Duration: Four-month semester (May 5 to August 16)

BIOL 110 Introductory Ecology 

Designed to introduce non-science majors to ecological systems. Principles of ecology, biotic and abiotic conditions, population, community and ecosystem structure, human impacts on these systems, and basic concepts of conservation and preservation of ecosystems.

Course date: May 5 to August 11
Exam week: August 12 to 16
Mode of delivery: Online without set meeting times.

SOCW 201 Introduction to Social Welfare

Students will be introduced to the welfare state in Canadian society. It examines historical, ideological and contemporary issues in the Canadian welfare state and reviews some of the major programs, policies and concerns confronting policy makers, social workers and client groups. 

SOCW 201 is a pre-requisite for entry into UNBC Bachelor of Social Work program for students without a Bachelor's degree. 

Course dates: May 5 to August 11
Exam week: August 12 to 16
Mode of delivery: Online without set meeting times.

Duration: Two-month intersession (May 5 to June 20)

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BIOL 103 Introductory Biology I

This lecture-based course is an introduction to the biological sciences including the nature of life, cell structure, function, development, metabolism, genetics and evolutionary theory.

Pre-requisites: Life Sciences 11 or Anatomy & Physiology 12

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online without set meeting times.

Biology 123 lab component is OPTIONAL. It introduces students to techniques in the biological science, closely following the lecture organization in BIOL 103-3. Students typically take this course concurrently with BIOL 103-3 as the lab component complements the lecture. 

Is the BIOL 123 lab right for you? Contact a Future Student Liaison today! 

COMM 100 Introduction to Canadian Business

This course is an overview of the Canadian business environment, forms of organizations, the management function, and an introduction to the functional areas of business management. The course includes the challenges and opportunities facing small business.

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online without set meeting times.

ENGL 100 Introduction to Literary Structures

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the basic structural principles and rhetorical strategies of literary texts, as well as the three major genres: poetry, prose, and drama.

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online with set meeting times
Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 8:30am to 11:20am PST

FNST 100 The Aboriginal Peoples of Canada

This course is an introduction to the languages, history, culture and enduring presence of the aboriginal people of Canada, intended to explore the range of aboriginal social formations, both past and present, and to consider the future. Oral, written, and archaeological records will be examined. Special attention will be given to the crucial economic, social, and spiritual contacts that exist within aboriginal societies, as well as to materials on the changes that have occurred since the advent of the Europeans.

FNST 100 is a pre-requisite for entry into UNBC Bachelor of Social Work program for students without a Bachelor's degree. 

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online with set meeting times.
Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 6:30pm to 7:50pm PST

GEOG 101 Planet Earth

This course examines pressing global issues such as how 10 billion people will live in a world of finite resources, increasing mobility, and rising inequality. Students learn about core human geography concepts as a means to make sense of humanity’s place in the world. 

This examination includes the multifaceted ways in which human societies inhabit and transform the Earth’s natural environments, the interconnectedness of places and different ways in which societies respond to widespread challenges.

Course dates: May 5 to June 13          
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online with set meeting times.
Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 1:00pm to 2:30pm PST

HHSC 111 Anatomy and Physiology I

This course is the first half of a comprehensive survey of the structures and functions of the human organ systems. Lecture topics include cellular physiology, histology, and studies of the integumentary, skeletal, nervous and endocrine systems. 

A lab component is required for this course. This course is appropriate for students who intend to enter health profession fields.

Pre-requisites: Biology 12 and Chemistry 11 or Chemistry 12 with minimum 50% grade. 

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online with set meeting times.

Lecture: Monday and Wednesday. 9:00am to 11:50am PST
Lab: Tuesday. 8:00am to 10:50am PST

INTS 181 Beginning Spanish I

This introductory Spanish language course focuses on the four basic linguistic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students are also introduced to Spanish culture through the language.

This course is designed for students who have no prior knowledge of the Spanish language. It is not open to native speakers. Permission of the instructor is required for students who have prior knowledge of Spanish or who have completed Grade 10 Spanish or equivalent courses.

A lab component is included in this course. You must register separately for the lecture and lab components. 

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online with set meeting times.

Lecture: Tuesday and Thursday. 4:00pm to 5:20pm PST
Lab: Monday. 8:30am to 9:50am PST

WMST 100 Introduction to Women's Studies

A study of past and present women's positions in and contributions to society from a multidisciplinary perspective. Specific topics, with a focus on western society, will include an historical overview of politics, law and the family, productive roles, health and illness, science, culture and philosophy.

WMST 100 is a pre-requisite for entry into UNBC Bachelor of Social Work program for students without a Bachelor's degree. 

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online with set meeting times.

Days: Monday and Wednesday
Time: 9:00am to 11:50am PST

ANTH 213 Peoples and Culture

This course examines the diversity of human cultures and languages through the comparison of contemporary societies, and patterns of social organization.

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online with set meeting times.

Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 9:00am to 11:50am PST

ANTH 298 Anthropological Perspectives on Conflict

This course explores the dynamics and complexities of conflicts around the world and their connections to cultural factors such as religion, gender, nationality, and ethnicity. Case studies from countries including Northern Ireland, Rwanda, and Sierra Leone will be analyzed through various stages of conflict. The course will begin by examining the theories and methods of conducting anthropology in conflict and post-conflict settings. It will then explore the root causes of conflicts, the intricacies of war, humanitarianism, and international politics, and will conclude with discussions on post-conflict politics, forgiveness, and transitional justice.

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online without set meeting times.

HIST 205 Ancient Greek and Roman City States

This course examines the political, social and economic history of the ancient Greeks and Romans. 

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online without set meeting times.

SOCW 200 Introduction to Social Work Practice

This course provides an overview of Social Work practice including the historical, political, philosophical and practical bases in Canadian society. It introduces students to the values, concepts, and relevant Social Work Codes of Ethics. There is also an overview of current social problems and related fields of practice.

SOCW 200 is a pre-requisite for entry into UNBC Bachelor of Social Work program for students without a Bachelor's degree. 

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery: Online without set meeting times.

IN-PERSON

MATH 100 Calculus I

This course is an introduction to the calculus of one variable, primarily for majors and students in the sciences. 

Topics include functions of one variable; inverses; limits; continuity; the difference quotient and derivatives; rules for differentiation; differentiability; the mean value theorem; the differential; derivatives of trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions; l’Hôpital’s rule; higher derivatives; extrema; curve sketching; Newton’s method; antiderivatives; definite integrals; the fundamental theorem of calculus; integrals of elementary functions; area between curves; and applications of integration.

A lab component is required for this course.  You must register separately in lecture and lab components.

Pre-requisite: Pre-Calculus 12 with minimum grade of 67%.

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery:  In-person at UNBC"s Prince George campus.

Lecture: Monday, Wednesday and Friday. 11:30am to 1:20pm PST
Choose from Lab 1 or Lab 2
Lab 1: Monday. 3:00pm to 5:50pm PST
Lab 2: Tuesday. 8:00am to 10:50am PST

MATH 115 Precalculus

This course examines algebraic manipulation, solutions of algebraic equations, functions, inverses, graphing, and analytic geometry. This course includes a mandatory tutorial.

Pre-requisite: Precalculus 11 with minimum grade of 60% or Foundations of Math with a minimum grade of 73%.

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery:  In-person at UNBC's Prince George campus.

Days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Time: 4:30pm to 6:20pm PST

MATH 152 Calculus for Non-Majors

This course covers limits, the derivative, techniques of differentiation, exponential functions and exponential growth, maxima and minima, introductory curve sketching, introduction to definite and indefinite integrals and their properties, integration by substitution, partial derivatives, and optimization of functions of several variables, with applications in the social and physical sciences. 

Applications may vary among sections, depending on students' disciplines. This course is not open to MATH or CPSC majors.

Pre-requisite: Precalculus 12 with minimum grade of 60% or UNBC MATH 115 with a minimum grade of C-.

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery:  In-person at UNBC's Prince George campus.

Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 8:30am to 11:20am PST

ECON 206 Methods of Economic Evaluation

This course provides an introduction to the analysis and evaluation of socio-economic issues, projects, programs and policies. Contemporary techniques of project and program evaluation are examined. Methods of economic evaluation include cost-benefit, cost-effectiveness and impact analyses. These methods and techniques are applied to issues such as health care, deregulation, wildlife, and resource investment.

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery:  In-person at UNBC's Prince George campus.

Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 8:30am to 9:50am PST

STAT 240 Basic Statistics

This course is an introduction to the basic principles of statistics and procedures for data analysis. Topics include gathering data, displaying and summarizing data, examining relationships between variables, probability models, sampling distributions, estimation and significance tests, inference for means and proportions in one and two sample situations, contingency tables, and simple linear regression. Students register in a computer lab corresponding to their area of interest.

Note: You must register separately in lecture and lab/tutorial components if applicable.

Course dates: May 5 to June 13
Exam week: June 16 to 20
Mode of delivery:  In-person at UNBC's Prince George campus.

Lecture: Monday, Wednesday and Friday. 9:00am to 10:50am PST.
Choose from Lab 1 or Lab 2
Lab 1: Tuesday. 11:30am to 1:20pm PST
Lab 2: Monday. 11:30am to 1:20pm PST

Duration: Two-month intersession (July 2 to August 16)

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HHSC 112 Anatomy and Physiology II

This course is a continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I. It is designed to cover the anatomy and physiology of the muscular, cardio- vascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Emphasis is on the importance of homeostasis and how it is maintained by the concerted proper functioning of the body systems. 

A lab component is required for this course. You must register separately for the lecture and lab components. 

Course dates: July 2 to August 11
Exam week: August 12 to 16
Mode of delivery: Online with set meeting times.

Lecture: Monday and Wednesday. 9:00am to 11:50am PST
Lab: Tuesday. 8:00am to 10:50am PST

INTS 182 Beginning Spanish II

This course is a continuation of Beginning Spanish I. This course introduces more complex grammatical structures, along with a broader vocabulary. Students also explore cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world.

This course is not open to native speakers. Students must achieve a minimum grade of C in Beginning Spanish I or obtain permission of instructor to continue. 

There is a lab component for this course. You must register separately for the lecture and lab component. 

Permission of instructor is also required for students who have prior knowledge of Spanish.

Course dates: July 2 to August 11
Exam week: August 12 to 16
Mode of delivery: Online with set meeting times.

Lecture: Tuesday and Thursday. 4:00pm to 5:20pm PST
Lab: Monday. 8:30am to 9:50am PST

ANTH 298 Anthropology of Sex and Sexual Health

Description coming soon! 

Course dates: July 2 to August 11
Exam week: August 12 to 16
Mode of delivery: Online without set meeting times.

IN-PERSON

INTS 172 Beginning French II

This course is a continuation of Beginning French I. Communication abilities continue to be emphasized, along with application of grammatical rules in short compositions. Students acquire a deeper knowledge of the French culture.

A lab is included with this course. You must register separately for the lecture and lab component. 

This course is not open to native speakers. Students must achieve a minimum grade of C in Beginning French I, or obtain permission of instructor to continue. 

Permission of instructor is required for students who have completed grade 11 French, or some French immersion education.

Course dates: July 2 to August 11
Exam week: August 12 to 16
Mode of delivery:  In-person at UNBC's Prince George campus.

Lecture: Tuesday and Thursday. 6:30pm to 7:50pm PST
Lab: Monday. 6:30pm to 7:50pm PST

PHYS 115 General Introduction to Physics

This is an algebra-based introductory physics course for students without Grade 12 Physics. Topics include physics and measurement, motion in one and two dimensions, forces and Newton's laws of motion, circular motion, work and energy, electric forces and fields, electric potential, electric circuits, and magnetic forces and fields. Students with credit in Physics 12 require permission of the Program Chair.

A lab is required for this course. You must register separately in lecture and lab components.

Course dates: July 2 to August 11
Exam week: August 12 to 16
Mode of delivery:  In-person at UNBC's Prince George campus.

Lecture: Monday, Wednesday and Friday. 9:00am to 10:50am PST
Lab: Friday. 11:30am to 2:20pm PST