2002–2003 CALENDAR
Flexible.
Individual.
Accessible.
BC Open University
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www.bcou.ca
2002 – 2003 CALENDAR
Imagine an educational institution designed
with you in mind.
University
College
Career and College
Preparation
One that encourages you to decide how, where, and
when you learn. Where your personal experiences and
previous learning are taken seriously. And earning a
university degree is within your reach— without having
to give up your daily life.
Get the recognition and credit you deserve for what you
already know. Or flexible access to over 500 accredited
university and college courses, seventeen certificate
programs, five diploma programs, and twenty-one
degree programs. This is learning that is tailored to
your personal needs.
This is BC Open University.
Flexible.
Individual.
Accessible.
For More Information
WEBSITE
www.bcou.ca
MAIL
Open Learning Agency
Student Services
Box 82080
Burnaby, BC V5C 6J8
Canada
PHONE AND EMAIL
Student Services
604-431-3300
1-800-663-9711 (toll-free in
Canada)
Email: [email protected]
■ OLA calendar orders
■ Course and program information
■ Admission
■ Registration
■ Transfer credit
■ Course materials, texts, supplies
■ Course withdrawals and extensions
■ Examination inquiries
■ Student records
■ Financial assistance
www.bcou.ca
Services for Students
with a Disability
Disability Services Office (DSO)
604-431-3043
1-800-663-1663, ext. 3043
(toll-free in Canada)
TTY 604 431 3361
Email: [email protected]
Student Library Service
604-431-3403
1-800-663-1699 (toll-free in
Canada)
Visit or write OLA:
4355 Mathissi Place
Burnaby, BC V5G 4S8
Welcome
For twenty-three years, BC Open University has been providing education
with you, the student, in mind.
We know that getting the educational credentials you need is not always easy.
From finding the right program of study, to transferring credits, to balancing
schoolwork with career and family commitments—the challenges for today’s
students are many.
At BC Open University, we’re committed to removing these barriers and
helping you to achieve your educational goals.
Much more than just a distance education provider, we work with you to
develop personalized learning plans, ensure that you receive maximum credit
for your prior learning, and give you access to the courses you want, how, and
when you need them.
That’s why more than 16,000 students each year choose to learn with us,
and how over 6,600 students have earned their Open College diplomas or
BC Open University degrees.
Terry Piper, Ph.D.
President and CEO (interim),
Open Learning Agency
Provost, BC Open University
We hope you will take the time to review the more than 500 distance
education courses available to you through BC Open University and its
consortium partners.
Welcome to a new way of thinking about education.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ABE Intermediate
ABE Advanced
Business Skills
Career Practitioner
Computer Programming
Database Administrator
General Studies
Home Support Attendant
Information Technology
Management Studies
Network Specialist
Nurse Refresher
Office Skills
Practical Nurse Refresher
Social Service Worker
Workplace Leadership Foundation
POST-DIPLOMA PROGRAMS
(or equivalent)
Advanced Certificate/Diploma
in Management
INDUSTRY/VENDOR PROGRAMS
Cisco (CCNA)
CompTIA (A+)
Help Desk and
Technical Support Specialist
Microsoft (MCSE)
Oracle (OCP-DBA)
DEGREE PROGRAMS
Associate of Arts
Associate of Science
Bachelor of Arts, General Program
Bachelor of Arts, General Studies
Bachelor of Arts, Major Program
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business in Real Estate
Bachelor of Design
Bachelor of Fine Art
Bachelor of General Studies
Bachelor of Health Science
(Physiotherapy)
Bachelor of Health Science
(Psychiatric Nursing)
Bachelor of Health Science
(Respiratory Therapy)
Bachelor of Music (Jazz Studies)
Bachelor of Music (Performance)
Bachelor of Music Therapy
Bachelor of Science, General Program
Bachelor of Science, Major Program
Bachelor of Technology (Computing)
Bachelor of Technology
(Technology Management)
Bachelor of Tourism Management
Individual courses are also offered.
Open Learning Agency (OLA) is a member
institution of the Association of Community
Colleges of Canada (ACCC).
BC Open University (BCOU) is a member
institution of the Association of Universities
and Colleges of Canada (AUCC).
DIPLOMA PROGRAMS
Adult Graduation
General Studies
Information Technology
and Management
Management Studies
MISSION
To enhance the personal
growth of individuals
and their performance
in society and in the
workplace through the
provision of high-quality,
flexible learning products,
services, and systems.
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Calendar
2002–2003
Calendar Notice
The 2002–2003 Open Learning Agency (OLA) Calendar is in effect
from September 1, 2002, to August 31, 2003, and describes courses
and programs offered through OLA at the time of publication.
Refer to the online OLA Calendar at www.bcou.ca for information
about new courses and programs and changes to courses, programs,
or administrative and academic policies occurring after publication
of the print calendar.
The online OLA Calendar is the official version of the calendar and
takes precedence over information published in the print calendar.
Notice to Students
Most courses and programs offered by the Open Learning Agency
have Canadian content. Though some select courses may be offered
in alternate languages, the language of business at the Open Learning
Agency is English and therefore services are provided in English.
Students registering in college or university courses are expected to
have reading and writing skills in English at the British Columbia
post-secondary level.
The Open Learning Agency will assist students with any questions
or problems which may arise concerning the interpretation of
academic regulations. It is, however, the responsibility of students to
see that their academic programs meet the regulations of a particular
institution in all respects.
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy
Personal information about students is collected and used under
the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (1992)
for admission, registration, and other purposes consistent with the
Open Learning Agency’s educational mandate.
A signed Course Registration form or Program Admission form
from a student gives the Open Learning Agency permission to use
the personal information on the form for the above stated purposes.
Under the Act, this personal information is also protected from
unauthorized disclosure. For more information, contact the head
librarian, responsible for Freedom of Information and Protection
of Privacy at the Open Learning Agency.
OLA Calendar Production
Editor
Carol Herter
Design
Lillian Lee, Carol Herter
Copy Editor
Keith Learmonth
Cover Design
tst ink.
Special thanks to the Project and Content Teams
© 2002 Open Learning Agency
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ISBN 0-7790-0302-0
Disclaimer
The goal of the participating institutions
is to serve students efficiently and
effectively in their educational plans. In
particular, the institutions seek to ensure
that students are always treated justly,
courteously, and sympathetically.
However, eventualities may arise from
time to time which require changes or
amendments to some of the statements
made in this calendar.
While every effort has been made to
ensure accuracy in this publication, the
contents of this calendar are subject to
alteration or amendment without prior
notice. The institutions expressly reserve
the right to deviate from what appears in
this calendar, in whole or part. Without
limiting the generality of the foregoing,
this may include changes to programs,
courses, fees, or schedules.
Many circumstances, both within and
beyond the control of the institutions,
may cause changes. Again, without
limiting the generality of the foregoing,
these may include:
• Changes to serve the better interests of
the academic or student community, or
of the institutions
• Changes occurring through the willful
act or negligence of the institutions,
their partner institutions, and their
employees, or otherwise, and whether
or not they are beyond the reasonable
control of the institutions
• Changes in financial resources
• Natural catastrophes or disasters, labour
disagreements, or disputes
The institutions do not accept, and
hereby expressly disclaim, any
responsibility or liability to any person,
persons, or other legal entities, for any
loss, injury, damages, or adverse effect,
direct or indirect, from what is printed in
this calendar, whether such deviation is
caused by the negligence of the
institutions or otherwise. By registering
for a course with the institutions or by
having any dealings with a participating
institution, a student thereby accepts
such disclaimer and releases the
institution from any such responsibility
or liability.
Contents
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OPEN LEARNING 1
COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS 33
OPEN LEARNING OVERVIEW 2
ARTS AND SCIENCE 34
Courses and Programs 2
Associate of Arts 34
OLA Community-based Resources 3
Associate of Science 35
Educational Advising Services 4
Bachelor of Arts, General Program 36
Library Services for Students 5
Bachelor of Arts, General Studies 37
Services for Students with a Disability 5
Bachelor of Arts, Major Program 38
ADMISSION 6
Bachelor of Design 41
Admission Policy 6
Bachelor of Fine Art 42
Admission to a Program 6
Bachelor of Music (Jazz Studies) 43
REGISTRATION 8
Bachelor of Music (Performance) 44
Registration and Course Completion 8
Bachelor of Music Therapy 45
Tuition, Fees, Other Course Costs 10
Bachelor of Science, General Program 46
Non-Tuition Course Costs 12
Bachelor of Science, Major Program 47
How to Register 13
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES 48
Financial Aid and Awards 14
Selected OLA Business and Management
Studies Programs 48
ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE POLICIES 17
Student Conduct 17
Formal Transfer Credit 18
Prior Learning Assessment and
Recognition (PLAR) 20
Registration 21
Examinations 23
Final Grades 25
Academic Appeals 26
Program Completion and Graduation 27
Release of Student Information 28
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CAREER AND COLLEGE PREPARATION 29
Certificate in Business Skills 49
Certificate in Office Skills 49
Workplace Leadership Foundation
Certificate 50
Certificate in Management Studies 51
Diploma in Management Studies 52
Advanced Certificate in Management 53
Advanced Diploma in Management 54
Bachelor of Business Administration 55
Bachelor of Business in Real Estate 58
Bachelor of Technology
(Technology Management) 60
Bachelor of Tourism Management 60
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION 30
Business Courses Chart 62
Intermediate Certificate 31
Advanced Certificate 31
Adult Graduation Diploma 32
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CAREER PRACTITIONER 65
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COURSES 81
Career Practitioner Certificate 65
Reading a Course Description 82
GENERAL STUDIES 66
Professional Development Courses 84
General Studies Program 66
Index to Courses 85
Certificate in General Studies 66
Course Descriptions 87
Diploma in General Studies 66
Bachelor of General Studies 66
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UNIVERSITY CONSORTIUM
PROGRAMS 175
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES 67
SFU Distance Education 176
Home Support Attendant Certificate 67
UBC Distance Education 177
Nurse Refresher Certificate 68
UVic Distance Education 178
Practical Nurse Refresher Certificate 69
RRU Distance Education 179
Practical Nurse Qualifying Courses 70
UNBC Distance Education 179
Social Service Worker Certificate 71
Learn BC 180
Health Science Degree Programs 72
Bachelor of Health Science
(Physiotherapy) 73
Bachelor of Health Science
(Psychiatric Nursing) 74
Bachelor of Health Science
(Respiratory Therapy) 75
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 76
Onsite Training at OLA Skills Centres 76
Industry and Vendor Training 76
Help Desk and Technical Support
Specialist Programs 77
Certificate in Computer Programming
(Access Ability) 77
Database Administrator Certificate 78
Network Specialist Certificate 78
Certificate in Information Technology 79
Diploma in Information Technology
and Management 79
Bachelor of Technology (Computing) 80
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ADMINISTRATION, FACULTY,
PROFESSIONAL STAFF 181
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INDEX 185
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FORMS End of Calendar
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