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CHEM 213 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

A continuation of CHEM 212. The survey of organic
families is continued with a study of aldehydes and
ketones, carboxylic acid derivatives, aromatics and
amines. The chemistry of a variety of compounds of
biological interest is also discussed. The laboratory
work involves synthesis and organic structure
determination.

Prerequisites: CHEM 212 with a grade of “C” or higher.

CHEM 225 - PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY
FOR BIOSCIENCES

Presents the basic concepts of chemical
thermodynamics and kinetics that apply to biological
systems. Students will explore why gases would
behave differently at different conditions (e.g. deep
sea diving, high altitude, other planets), how ideal
engines function, why some reactions spontaneous,
how do we explain the effect of salting roads in
winter, how batteries and our metabolism generate
energy, how kinetics is related to thermodynamics
(why diamonds do not break down into graphene)
and how we use of spectroscopy to explore biological
structures. In the laboratory, quantitative properties
of systems are measured, to illustrate the theory
discussed in lectures.

Prerequisites: CHEM 125 and MATH 100 with a grade
of “C” or higher.

ENGL 110 - COLLEGE COMPOSITION

About thinking and writing. You will learn how to
develop and express informed opinions on issues that
matter. You will also learn about research, editing,
and expository and persuasive academic writing
forms.

Prerequisites: English Studies 12 or equivalent with a
grade of “C” or higher or LPI level 4.

ENGL 111 - INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE

Live more intensely. Rather than providing answers,
literature prompts us to ask better questions of
ourselves and each other. Drama, poetry, short
stories, and novels will guide us in discussion,
reflection, and writing about literature. Note: English
112/114 is intended for students interested ina
literary focus.

Prerequisites: ENGL 110 with a grade of “C” or higher.

INDG 302 - INDIGENOUS
HEALTH AND HEALING

Introduces the topic of Indigenous health and healing
from the time prior to first contact with European
newcomers through to the present. Indigenous
health and healing is explored from within a variety
of Indigenous perspectives that are inclusive

of the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual
aspects of health and wellbeing. There is a focus on
cultural awareness and critical thinking on current

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Indigenous health & healing issues. Skill based
training in cultural safety and anti-racism based on
the recommendations and information provided by
the Truth and Reconciliation Commission results and
the “Calls to Action” are emphasized. Indigenous
worldviews and “ways of knowing” are embedded
in the course delivery as well as course content.
Transfer Details: UNBC FNST 302. This course is
included in the block transfer agreement between
Royal Roads University and Selkirk College which
allows Selkirk ADRPM students entry into fourth-year
RR BSc Degree.

Prerequisites: ENGL 110, Third-year standing in
Advanced Diploma in Rural Pre-Medicine (ADRPM), or
third-year standing in Bachelor of Science in Nursing
(BSN.)

MATH 100 - CALCULUS I

A course designed to provide students with the
background in calculus needed for further studies.
This course includes: a review of functions

and graphs; limits; the derivative of algebraic,
trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions;
applications of the derivative including related

rates, maxima, minima, velocity and acceleration;
the definite integral; an introduction to elementary
differential equations; and, applications of integration
including velocity, acceleration, areas, and growth
and decay problems.

Prerequisites: Pre-calculus 12, Principles of MATH 12
or equivalent with a grade of “C+” or higher.

MATH 101 - CALCULUS II

This course is a sequel to MATH 100 for those
students who wish to major in mathematics,
sciences or applied sciences. The course includes:
antidifferentiation and integration; the definite
integral; areas and volumes; transcendental
functions; techniques of integration; parametric
equations; polar coordinates; indeterminate forms,
improper integrals and Taylor’s formula; and infinite
series.

Prerequisites: MATH 100 or equivalent with a
grade of “C” or higher.

PHIL 210 - BIOMEDICAL ETHICS

Explores moral questions that arise in the context of
healthcare. Students will engage with these questions
by learning ethical theory and by studying challenging
cases. They will outline the relevant features of

real life examples, weigh moral considerations, and
practice articulating recommendations about what

to do. The course covers biomedical topics such as
autonomy, informed consent, surrogate decision
making, traumatic brain injury, refusing care, medical
assistance in dying, assisted reproduction, abortion,
public health, organ donation, genetic screening

and therapy, research and experimentation, rural
medicine, and global health intervention. While this

RURAL PRE-MEDICINE
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course is geared primarily to Rural Pre-Medicine
students, it may be of interest to anyone concerned
with medical ethics and healthcare.

Prerequisites: English Studies 12 with a
grade of “C” or higher.

PSYC 100 - INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY |

An introduction to the methods, theory and practice
of psychology as a science. Among others, topics

will include motivation and emotion, learning and
memory, biological foundations, sensation and
perception. Other topics are added at the discretion
of the individual instructor. Class demonstrations and
activities are used to illustrate concepts. Teaching
methods and resources in the course vary with the
instructor.

Prerequisites: English Studies 12 or equivalent with a
grade of “C” or higher.

PSYC 101 - INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY II

Topics include thinking and other cognitive processes,
development of the individual, personality, behaviour
disorders, health and social psychology. Other topics
are added at the discretion of the instructor. Class
demonstrations and activities are used to illustrate
concepts.

Prerequisites: PSYC 100 with a grade of “C” or higher.

PSYC 202 - RESEARCH METHODS

This course introduces prospective Psychology
majors to the major methodological principles which
guide research in Psychology. The primary focus is on
experimental design, but students will be exposed to
some elementary descriptive statistics. Topics include
critical thinking and scientific reasoning, principles

of measurement, types of variables, validity and
reliability, and research ethics. Weekly labs offer
hands-on applications of basic concepts to the design
of research.

Prerequisites: PSYC 100/101.

RPM 120 - RURAL HEALTH ISSUES |

Introduces the profession of rural health physicians
by way of invited speakers, tours, lectures and
discussions. This one-credit course is designed

to introduce students to the medical profession

in general and the distinct challenges of rural
physicians in particular. Information will be provided
on pathways into the profession, preparation for
application to medical school, the branches of
medicine, and the work conducted by practicing

rural physicians. The course will include field trips to
various healthcare facilities and guest lectures from
practicing rural physicians. Students will explore
various facets of preparation for medical professions
through small-group projects and presentations.
Professionalism and record keeping will be examined
and emphasized throughout the curriculum.

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