Courses offered (except CMSK 0011 and CMSK 0015) are equivalent to Alberta Learning courses and are accepted for admission purposes by all post-secondary institutions within Alberta and Canada.
A prerequisite is a preliminary requirement, normally the completion of another course, usually with a minimum grade of D, which must be met before a course can be taken. For example, the prerequisite for CHEM 30 is CHEM 20.
It is very important that prerequisites are met since institutions have the right to withhold credit for any course taken for which the prerequisites were not first satisfied. Prerequisites are listed at the end of the individual course descriptions.
The course list identifies approved courses that MacEwan University may offer. Not all courses will be offered every term.
BIOL 020 - Biology 20
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Biology 20 is equivalent to Alberta Learning's Biology 20. The course deals with major concepts of systems, equilibrium, energy and matter. The major topics include cell dynamics, cellular pathways, the biosphere, cellular matter and energy flow, matter and energy exchange in ecosystems, and matter and energy exchange by the human organism. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in SCIE 010 |
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BIOL 030 - Biology 30
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Biology 30 is equivalent to Alberta Learning's Biology 30. The course concentrates on many aspects of the human body - its function and maintenance. The major topics include the nervous system, hormones and controls, reproduction and human development, cell division and classical genetics, heredity and molecular genetics, population dynamics and populations and communities. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in BIOL 020 |
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CHEM 020 - Chemistry 20
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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The material covered in this course is equivalent to Alberta Learning's Chemistry 20. Topics include matter as solutions (acids, bases and gases), quantitative relationships in chemical changes, chemical bonding in matter and the diversity of matter (organic chemistry). |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of a D in SCIE 010 |
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CHEM 030 - Chemistry 30
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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The material covered in this course is equivalent to Alberta Learning's Chemistry 30. Topics include basic concepts of chemistry, atoms, molecules and ions, stoichiometry, oxidation/ reduction reactions, electrochemistry, acids and bases, chemical energetics, nuclear chemistry and chemical kinetics. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in CHEM 020 |
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CMSK 011 - Computers Level I
| Hours:0:75:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Computers Level I is a beginner level computer applications course. The purpose of this course is to provide students with the skills to use a word processing and a spreadsheet program. The emphasis is on skills that can be used in further studies such as preparing reports and essays and researching via the Internet. Students work with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) in a Windows environment. Topics covered include: basic computer literacy, keyboarding skills, word processing, spreadsheets, email and Internet. |
| Prerequisites: N/A |
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CMSK 015 - Computers Level II
| Hours:0:75:0 |
Credits:5 |
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This course is intended to continue to develop the computer skills that a student needs in order to do his/her course work. Word processing skills are practiced in order to create simple and complex documents. Students learn to annotate and cite references using the MLA and APA formats. Spreadsheets are used to organize data and draw graphs. Internet activities focus on locating and retrieving information in various forms. The course uses e-mail, Internet Explorer, Windows and Microsoft Office components: PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Access. The course includes 15 hours of lab time to complete projects. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in CMSK 011 |
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ENGL 020-1 - English 20-1
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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This course builds upon the skills and concepts developed in English 10-1. Emphasis is placed on analytical skills through the detailed study of literature, including: the short story, the essay, the novel, modern drama, Shakespearean drama, and poetry. This course is equivalent to Alberta Learning's English 20-1. Prerequisites: ENGL 010-1 or equivalent. |
| Prerequisites: N/A |
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ENGL 020-2 - English 20-2
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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English 20-2 is an intermediate non-academic stream study of literature emphasizing the development of language skills including reading, speaking, writing, listening, viewing, and representing. This course is equivalent to Alberta Learning's English 20-2. Prerequisites: ENGL 010-2 or equivalent. |
| Prerequisites: N/A |
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ENGL 030-1 - Senior Academic English
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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The goals of English 30-1 are to provide an advanced study in the academic stream of literature. This study includes the following genres: the short story, the essay, the novel, Shakespearean drama, poetry and either a modern drama or a film study. Language arts skills, including reading, writing, speaking, viewing, listening and representing, are covered with the literature in thematic units. Intensive analytical and interpretive skills are emphasized along with the refinement of formal writing skills. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in ENGL 020-1 |
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ENGL 030-2 - Senior Non-Academic English
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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The goals of English 30-2 are to provide an advanced study in the non-academic stream of literature. This study includes the following genres: the short story, the essay, drama, film, poetry and the novel. Language art skills, including reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing and representing, are emphasized. A variety of literature is studied in thematic units. As well, a unit focuses on employment skills. Primary focus in this course is placed on comprehensive and clear communication. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum grade of D in ENGL 020-1 or ENGL 020-2 |
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MATH 010R - Mathematics Preparation 10
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Math Prep. 10 is designed to meet the needs of Grade 10 students who wish to enroll in Math 10 Common but do not possess the prerequisite skills. Topics include: fractions and integers, rates, ratios, proportions, percents, exponents, linear equations, polynomials, measurement and geometry. Prerequisites: Grade 9 math or equivalent. |
| Prerequisites: N/A |
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MATH 010C - Math 10 Common
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Mathematics 10 Common is equivalent to Alberta Education's Math 10C. This course is intended to prepare students for further studies in high school mathematics. Students who successfully complete Math 10 Common can either continue on to Math 20-1 and then Math 30-1 or Math 20-2 and then Math 30-2. Topics studied in Math 10 Common include measurement, right triangle trigonometry, powers, irrational numbers, polynomials and factoring, functions and relations, coordinate geometry, and linear systems of equations. Emphasis is placed on understanding, application, and effective communication of mathematical concepts. Prerequisite: Completion of Math 9, Math 10 Prep or equivalent. |
| Prerequisites: N/A |
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MATH 020-1 - Mathematics 20-1
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Math 20-1 is equivalent to Alberta Education's Math 20-1 course. Most students who enroll in Math 20-1 intend to continue onto Math 30-1. Some of the topics studied in Math 20-1 include quadratic functions and equations, radical expressions and equations, rational expressions and equations, the absolute value and reciprocal of functions, linear and quadratic inequalities, sequences and series, law of sines and cosines, and angles in standard position. Problem solving and application of concepts are emphasized throughout the course. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in MATH 010C |
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MATH 030-1 - Mathematics 030-1
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Mathematics 030-1(Math 030-1) is equivalent to Alberta Education’s Mathematics 30-1 course. Students who enrol in Math 030-1 will most likely continue onto post-secondary programs that require the study of calculus. Some of the topics studied in Math 030-1 include trigonometric functions, equations, and identities, transformations and inverse of functions, exponential and logarithmic functions and equations, polynomial functions and equations, rational and radical functions, permutations, combinations, and the binomial theorem. Problem solving and application of concepts are emphasized throughout the course. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in MATH 020-1 |
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MATH 030-2 - Mathematics 030-2
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Mathematics 030-2 (Math 030-2) is equivalent to Alberta Education’s Mathematics 30-2 course. Students who enroll in Math 030-2 will most likely continue onto post-secondary programs that do not require the study of calculus. Some of the topics studied in Math 030-2 include set theory, fundamental counting principal, permutations and combinations, probability of mutually exclusive and non-mutually exclusive events, probability of dependent and independent events, rational expressions and equations, exponential and logarithmic functions and equations, polynomial and sinusoidal functions. Problem solving, logical reasoning, and application of concepts are emphasized throughout the course. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in MATH 020-1 or 020-2 |
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MATH 031 - Math 31
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Math 31 is equivalent to Alberta Learning's Math 31. The course focuses on the study of calculus and linear algebra, both as ends in themselves and as tools in developing problem solving skills and analytical thought processes. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in MATH 030-1 |
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PHYS 020 - Physics 20
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Physics 20 is equivalent to Alberta Learning's Physics 20. The course deals with major concepts of kinematics and dynamics, circular motion, universal gravitation, waves and light. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in SCIE 010 and MATH 010C |
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PHYS 030 - Physics 30
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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The material covered in this course is equivalent to Alberta Learning's Physics 30. Topics include conservation laws, electric and magnetic forces and fields, the nature of the atom and wave-particle duality in nature. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in PHYS 020
and Co-Requisite of MATH 030-1 |
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SCIE 010 - Science 10
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Science 10 is based upon the content of Alberta Learning's Science 10. The major topics include energy from the sun, energy and matter in living systems, energy and matter in chemical change, and change in energy. Prerequisite: Science 9 or equivalent. |
| Prerequisites: N/A |
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SOST 030-1 - Social Studies 030-1
| Hours:90:0:0 |
Credits:5 |
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Students are introduced to the complexities of ideologies. This includes the study of the origins of ideologies and their influences on regional, international, and global relations. Students will explore the origins and complexities of ideologies and examine multiple perspectives on the principles of classical and modern liberalism. Analyzing various political and economic systems will allow students to assess the viability of the principles of liberalism. Developing understandings of the roles and responsibilities associated with citizenship will encourage students to respond to emergent global issues. |
| Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of D in ENGL 020-1 or ENGL 020-2 |
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