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ACC 200 Introduction to Financial Accounting
This course focuses on the accounting concepts and procedures involved in recording and reporting the organization and operation of business corporations. In addition to accounting principles, students also learn how to read and interpret finnacial statements.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
BUS 100
Course Sections
| Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A2210 | Tue 6:30pm - 9:30pm |
Wednesday, September 6, 2017 to Wednesday, December 20, 2017 |
Fall |
ACC 210 Managerial Accounting
Based on the concepts learned in ACC 200, this course explores the applications of accounting information in the management context. Topics include: management planning and control, inventory and cost flow analysis, job order costing, standard costs and variance analysis, budgeting, break-even analysis, relevant costs and decision-making.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
ACC 200
Course Sections
| Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue / Thu 8:15am - 9:30am |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
ACC 301 Intermediate Financial Accounting I
This course examines current conventional accounting standards with respect to asset and liability measurement and income determination with a particular emphasis on the asset side of the balance sheet. Specific topics include case, receivables, inventories, short and long-term investments, intangible assets and capital assets.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
ACC 200
Course Sections
| Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 6:30pm - 9:30pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
ACC 302 Intermediate Financial Accounting II
This course examines current accounting standards with a particular emphasis on the liability/equity side of the balance sheet and some specialized areas of financial statement presentation. Specific topics include short and long-term liabilities, statement of changes in financial position, pensions, leases, income taxes, earnings per share, and accounting changes and error corrections.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
ACC 200
ACC 310 Intermediate Managerial Accounting
This course provides advanced coverage of managerial accounting concepts and the use of accounting information for management and decision making. Topics to be covered include accumulating and analyzing costs using various costing approaches and then, through case studies, exploring the application of cost data in areas such as strategy formulation, organizational performance evaluation, and pricing, revenue, and investment analysis.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
ACC 210
ACC 401 Advanced Financial Accounting
This senior level accounting course analyzes the concepts and practices underlying financial reporting in complex areas such as business combinations and intercompany investments; joint ventures; translation of foreign currency transactions and financial statements; bankruptcy; partnerships; and nonprofit organizations.
Instructor: Sara Jimenez
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Type
Modular
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
ACC 301 & ACC 302
Course Sections
| Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00am - 12:00pm |
Tuesday, May 1, 2018 to Thursday, May 24, 2018 |
Spring |
ACC 403 Principles of Auditing
Introduces students to the fundamental concepts and principles used by the Canadian auditing profession. It explores the role of the auditor, as well as the legal and ethical environment of auditing. In addition to examining the methods and procedures used in auditing and reporting with respect to financial statements, other topics to be covered include internal control and computerization, risk and materiality, and audit planning.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
ACC 301
ACC 425 Introduction to Taxation
This course provides an introduction to personal and corporate Canadian income tax systems. The impact of taxes on business decisions will be examined. Students will be required to analyze personal and business tax problems and apply the concepts learned to resolve these situations.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
ACC 301
Course Sections
| Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE 104 | Tue / Thu 9:45am - 11:00am |
Wednesday, September 6, 2017 to Wednesday, December 20, 2017 |
Fall |
ART 200 Art History I
This course provides a chronological and historical survey examining painting, sculpture, and architecture of Western cultures beginning with prehistory to the fifteenth century. This course will focus on significant developments in the visual arts and their connection to and reflection of the political, religious and social influences of the time. In addition, the course will consider how art can be interpreted through a Christian worldview.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Type
Featured Courses
Course Credits
3.00
Course Sections
| Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1085-1 | Mon 9:45am - 12:30pm |
Wednesday, September 6, 2017 to Wednesday, December 20, 2017 |
Fall |
ART 201 Art History II
This course provides a chronological and historical survey examining painting, sculpture, and architecture of Western cultures beginning with the Renaissance to the present day. This course will focus on significant developments in the visual arts and their connection to and reflection of the political, religious, and social influences of the time. In addition, the course will consider how art can be understood through a Christian worldview.
Instructor: TBA
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Type
Modular, Featured Courses
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
none
ART 405 Special Topics in Art
Degree Type(s)
Course Credits
3.00
BCH 241 Biochemistry of Life Process
This course will cover the chemistry of biological compounds, including the structure and metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. This course is meant for students going no further in Biochemistry.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
CHE 251 or CHE 253
BCH 297 Introduction to Biochemistry
This course will encompass the structure and function of major biomolecules, such as carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids, as well as energy transduction, enzyme mechanisms and regulation of metabolic pathways. The accompanying laboratory component will introduce some techniques commonly used in the study of biomolecules and enzymology.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
BIO 131 and CHE 251
Course Sections
| Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed / Fri 11:15am - 12:30pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BCH 357 Chemical Pharmacology
This course covers the physical and chemical properties of drugs, their biochemical and physiological effects, mechanisms of action, absorption, distribution, metabolism, elimination and adverse effects. With each classification of drugs covered, their mode of action, their clinical effects and side effects will be emphasized.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
BCH 297
BCH 367 Laboratory Techniques in Biochem & Molecular Biology
An introduction to the most common lab techniques used in biochemistry and molecular biology. The general purpose is to guide students through an array of crucial experiment protocols that will help them continue any lab work they choose to pursue in biochemistry and molecular biology.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
BIO 131, BIO 133, CHE 101, and CHE 103
BCH 397 Advanced Biochemistry
This course will discuss the current trends in biochemistry research and techniques through a seminar style using journal reviews and research papers. Students will be presenting several research papers as part of this course.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
BCH 297
BCH 405 Special Topics in Biochemistry
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
BCH 297
BHS 240 Research Methods
This course is an introduction to the concepts and processes of quantitative and qualitative research. Research processes include problem definition, designing a study, selection and development of theory, literature review, data collection, interpretation and analysis of data, and writing the research report. Students will develop research skills through the practical application of material covered in class, in the text readings, and in weekly labs.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
SO 121 and PS 121
Course Sections
| Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A2210 | Tue / Thu 4:00pm - 5:15pm |
Wednesday, September 6, 2017 to Wednesday, December 20, 2017 |
Fall |
BHS 304 Behavioural Science Educational Travel Study
This course provides an introduction to international community development incorporating the disciplines of community psychology and the sociology of development. It involves pre-reading assignments as well as post-travel written assignments that allow students to apply both theoretical and practical understandings of international community development. The practical component of the course involves volunteering for two weeks at a Two-Thirds World site, where students learn about community development first-hand. One of the main aims of the course is to help empower students to contribute to positive social change in both local and international communities.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
BHS 310 Quantitative Methods for Behavioural Science
This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of descriptive and inferential statistics. Emphasis is placed on practical application and students will learn to analyze and interpret basic statistical research. They will also learn to use computer software (SPSS) to analyze data. Lecture and laboratory components.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
BHS 240
Course Sections
| Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed / Fri 2:30pm - 3:45pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BHS 320 Practicum 1
A supervised practical experience with a community or social agency closely related to the student's interest and/or future plans. Readings, written assignments and group meetings will help students reflect on and integrate knowledge with practical experience.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
BHS 240
Course Sections
| Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Sanderson, PhD, MSc, BA | A2210 | Mon 1:00pm - 2:15pm |
Wednesday, September 6, 2017 to Wednesday, December 20, 2017 |
Fall |
BHS 350 / DVST 350 Shock Poverty
Shock Poverty is defined as instantaneous in its occurrence and devastating in its impact. Shock Poverty can be viewed through two lenses: the global and the personal. What leads to each? How do they impact each other? Poverty is a major theme in Christian Scripture and it is on that base that poverty in the modern world will be examined. In class, through readings and reflection, we will consider the impact of poverty in our world, we will address the question of poverty elimination and consider the root causes of poverty.
Instructor: Derek Cook
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Type
Featured Courses
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
Completion of 60 credits in any discipline or permission of the department
BHS 400 Seminar in Behavioural Science
An integrative capstone seminar based on the contributions of both sociology and psychology for understanding human behaviour. The course will integrate the method, academic content, and pragmatic application of those fields of knowledge to the social context of human behaviour and explore the ways this can lead to vocation and service in the world community. A variety of methodological, theoretical, and practical questions will be addressed.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
Other Prerequisite(s)
Permission of the Department
Course Sections
| Section ID | Section Professor | Location | Schedule | Start/End dates | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Sanderson, PhD, MSc, BA | Tue / Thu 1:00pm - 2:15pm |
Thursday, January 4, 2018 to Friday, April 20, 2018 |
Winter |
BHS 404 Human Behavioural Science Educational Travel Study
This course provides an introduction to international community development incorporating the disciplines of community psychology and the sociology of development. It involves pre-reading assignments as well as post-travel written assignments that allow students to apply both theoretical and practical understandings of international community development. The practical component of the course involves volunteering for two weeks at a Two-Thirds World site, where students learn about community development first-hand. One of the main aims of the course is to help empower students to contriobute to positive social change in both local and international communities.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
BHS 405 Special Topics in Behavioural Science
Special studies in Behavioural Science, as announced.
Degree Type(s)
Undergraduate
Course Credits
3.00
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