Available in Castlegar, Grand Forks, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, and Trail. To register, call the centre nearest you to meet with an ABE instructor. Equivalent Courses: Communications 12. Pre-requisites: ENGL 10 or equivalent skills. ESL-ABE 01-03 - ENGLISH ASA SECOND LANGUAGE IN ABE This course helps students new to the English language build speaking, reading, and writing skills from beginner level through to advanced level. These courses may not be offered at all centres. Call to discuss course availability in Castlegar, Grand Forks, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, and Trail. ESL-ABE 49 — ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL IN ABE This course helps ESL students expand their vocabulary, improve reading and writing skills and expand their comprehension of English. In the class, discussion groups help develop listening and conversation skills, while practicing composition helps develop grammar and self-expression. This course may not be offered at all centres. Call to discuss course availability in Castlegar, Grand Forks, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, and Trail. ESL-ABE 50 - ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE IN ABE - ADVANCED LEVEL English as a Second Language in ABE introduces ESL students to basic essay writing. Topics also include reading and study skills, vocabulary development, oral participation and listening and note-taking skills. Upon completion of English as a Second Language in ABE, students are ready to enter ABE English courses at the level recommended by their instructor. This course may not be offered at all centres. Call to discuss course availability in Castlegar, Grand Forks, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, and Trail. Pre-requisites: ESL ABE 49 or equivalent skill level. HIST 62/63 —- HISTORY - PROVINCIAL LEVEL This history course examines the major social, economic and political movements from the late 1900's into the 21st century. Students develop an understanding of global events, from war to social movements to economic crises as presented through text, video and lecture/discussion. Students learn how global issues are interconnected geographically and politically. Skills to analyze events and to write brief synopses for presentations are developed. This course prepares students for further studies in social sciences at the post-secondary level. This course qualifies for the BC Adult Graduation Diploma. History 62/63 is equivalent to History 12. Pre-requisites: ENGL 52/53 or equivalent skills. selkirk.ca/programs LSK 01-06 AND RSK 01-06 — FUNDAMENTAL ENGLISH This course is for students who want to improve their communication and English language skills. Throughout the six levels of Fundamental English students will improve their reading and writing. They will build reading fluency and comprehension; improve critical thinking and vocabulary; as well as learn to analyze and summarize content. Students will write sentences, paragraphs, letters, and summaries; generate and organize their ideas; and edit their own work, using various sentence types and correct grammar. This course helps learners gain a better understanding of themselves and their communities and can improve confidence, self-reliance and self-awareness. This course is often paired with Skills and Strategies for Fundamental Learning. Students begin at the level that is right for them. To get started, students meet with an instructor at the campus nearest them to discuss their goals and assess their skills. Call for an appointment in Castlegar, Grand Forks, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, and Trail. Upon completion of Fundamental English, students are ready to enter an Intermediate (grade 10) level English course. MATH 46 — MATHEMATICS — INTERMEDIATE LEVEL Intermediate Mathematics provides a solid foundation in number operations. Topics include estimation, measurement, fractions, ratio and proportion, percent, geometry, statistics, signed numbers, exponents, algebra, trigonometry, graphing and polynomials. This course prepares students for most trades programs or to take Math 56/57 Foundations Mathematics — Advanced Level. Available in Castlegar, Grand Forks, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, and Trail. To register, call the centre nearest you to meet with an ABE instructor. Pre-requisites: Meet with an ABE instructor to find out where to begin in math. MATH 49 - INTRODUCTORY ALGEBRA — INTERMEDIATE LEVEL This course provides an introduction to algebra. Topics include a review of number functions, followed by an introduction to real numbers, equations and inequalities, polynomials, rational expressions, graphing linear equations and inequalities and systems of equations. A brief introduction to trigonometry completes this course. Completing this course prepares students for Math 50. ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (ABE) selkirk.ca/abe Available in Castlegar, Grand Forks, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, and Trail. To register, call the centre nearest you to meet with an ABE instructor. Pre-requisites: Meet with an ABE instructor to find out where to begin in math. MATH 52/53 - INTRODUCTORY ALGEBRA — ADVANCED LEVEL Introductory Algebra is for adults to upgrade their skills in mathematics. This course covers the following topics: linear equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations and inequalities, systems of equations with two and three variables, operations with polynomials, rational and radical expressions, quadratic equations and functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and an introduction to trigonometric functions. Upon completion of Math 52/ 53, students are ready to enter Math 62/63 (Math 12 equivalent) or non-science or career post-secondary programs. This course qualifies for the BC Adult Graduation Diploma. Available in Castlegar (as Math 050), Grand Forks, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, and Trail. To register, call the centre nearest you to meet with an ABE instructor. Equivalent Courses: Math 52/ 53 is equivalent to Math os0, and each is equivalent to Pre-calculus 11. Pre-requisites: Math 49 or equivalent skill level. MATH 54 — APPLIED MATHEMATICS - ADVANCED LEVEL This is a math course with an applied focus designed for those planning to enter the workforce or take vocational or technical training in the future. An initial review of equations, inequalities and graphing is followed by selected topics covering both consumer and technical math. This course qualifies for the BC Adult Graduation Diploma. Available in Castlegar, Grand Forks, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, and Trail. To register, call the centre nearest you to meet with an ABE instructor. Equivalent Courses: Math 54 is similar to Applications and Workplace Math 11 Pre-requisites: Math 46 or equivalent skill level. MATH 56/57 - FOUNDATIONS MATHEMATICS — ADVANCED LEVEL Foundations Math is designed for students interested in gaining entry to some non-science career programs and/or earning credit for their Adult Dogwood Diploma. Topics include financial math, measurement, algebra, geometry, probability, statistics, logical reasoning, and trigonometry. This course qualifies for the BC Adult Graduation Diploma. Selkirk College Academic Calendar 2016-17 7