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Examine the process and challenges faced by IT managers to identify, justify, evolve, and orchestrate technology to enhance business performance. Explore topics such as application portfolio management, demand management, the leadership role of information technology, and creating the technology roadmap.

Explore how IT units are structured and managed to effectively deliver products and services to organizations. Find out how to link IT strategy to business value, and learn about topics such as IT value proposition, IT structure and resourcing, IT budgeting, and risk management.

This course prepares practitioners responsible to plan, design and implement wetland restoration and construction projects with a focus on best practices and techniques. Topics include evaluating site information, selecting construction techniques, planning hydrology, grading and planting plans, performance standards, monitoring and maintenance techniques. An overview of compensatory mitigation programs and regulatory requirements will also be covered. This course requires one-day in-field trip to visit completed wetland restoration project sites.

Introduces the practice of surface water hydrology as water plays a role in the development of most human activities. Various hydrologic processes will be described. Methods of development of intensity duration frequency curves, stream flow measurement methods, flood frequency analysis and risk assessment in hydrologic design will be discussed. A brief overview of groundwater flow will be provided. An introduction to soil erosion and soil conservation practices will also be provided. Various hydrologic and hydraulic modes used in the professional domain will be introduced.

Learn more about the multi-disciplinary topic of land recla­ma­tion. The course will cover reg­u­la­tions gov­ern­ing land recla­ma­tion, soil conservation, han­dling and stor­age, site prepa­ra­tion, plant com­mu­ni­ty ecol­o­gy, veg­e­ta­tion selec­tion and plant­i­ng, mon­i­tor­ing, and determinants of suc­cess with­in recla­ma­tion. Case studies and course work will be used to explore real-world application and project management in a land reclamation context.

Revegetation standards, practices, and commonly used methods to re-establish native plant communities as part of the reclamation process for disturbed sites on public lands of Alberta will be covered. Topics will also include planning, species selection and sourcing native plant material, site preparation and establishment methods, maintenance, monitoring, and criteria for success. Plant identification of native plants, weeds, and invasive species will also be introduced.

The Environmental Impact Assessment process from initiation to project commissioning. Covers assessment approaches under Alberta and Canadian legislation and regulations including the EIAs role in a major project, how to complete a cumulative environmental assessment, addressing approval conditions, and use of the EIA a tool for environmental management. Requirements for public and Indigenous consultation, gathering stakeholder input into the EIA process, and expected outcomes will be outlined.

Through lecture, classroom and field exercises, students can expect to learn methods to identify wetlands and delineate their boundaries based on indicators of vegetation, soils, and hydrology, in addition to conducting desktop delineations through aerial photo interpretation. Other topics to be covered include wetland classification, impact and assess reports, and relative-value assessments. Prior knowledge of soils and vegetation is helpful, but not required.

Examine basic physical composition and processes of both the solid and liquid phases of soil. This includes how water is held by soil, how water moves through soil and the linkage between soil water regime and processes within the hydrologic cycle, with emphasis on water infiltration and redistribution. Other topics include soil thermal and aeration properties and processes, impact of spatial variability and soil mechanics. The course will explore applied soil management challenges involving the use of soil physics to address agronomic, environmental and reclamation objectives.

This course will introduce students to the soil principal reactive chemical constituents and their processes. Topics will include an introduction to the soil solid and liquid components (chemical composition, mineralogy, organic matter and soil solution); and description of important soil chemical processes and their relevance to environmental and agricultural applications (mineral stability and weathering, oxidation-reduction, surface adsorption and exchange, colloidal behaviour and soil acidity and salinity).

The importance of soil fertility in plant growth and nutrient uptake by crops and the agronomic significance of soil physical, chemical, and biological properties as they pertain to it will be discussed. Topics include major nutrients, secondary and micronutrients, and corresponding fertilizers. Soil fertility evaluation: soil testing; the backbone of soil fertility and problems soils (acid and saline soils) will be examined. Soil management challenges including fertilizer application, water use efficiency, interactions amount nutrients, and economics of plant-nutrient use will be covered.

Introduction to the three phase approach for the management of contaminated sites in Alberta. Phase 1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment will be covered in detail. Risk Management Plan and remediation will also be reviewed. Alberta Site Assessment standards and the Alberta Tier 1 and 2 soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines will be utilized. Additional topics will include the applicability of risk management and/or site remediation to various sites. Case studies will be used to provide focus on contamination sources, characterization, transportation, and fate in the environment.

This course investigates the different remediation technologies utilized for the remediation of contaminated soil and groundwater. The main remediation processes (engineering, physical, chemical, biological, and thermal) are studied. Description, applicability, advantages, limitations, time frames, potential health and safety issues, and cost of various technologies and key decision making factors are to be studied in this course. Case studies of contaminated sites with special emphasis on remediation technologies currently available for handling contaminated sites in Alberta will be explored.

This course will cover the concepts, applications, planning procedures, and implementation strategies involved in the successful construction of wetlands that look and function like natural wetlands. Students can expect to learn about site selection, testing soil texture, selecting construction techniques, establishing designed hydrology and vegetation aspects, and working with heavy equipment operators. Topics in peatland restoration will also be covered. The course will be offered as a combination of mandatory hands-on experience in the field, in addition to classroom lecture.

The practice of hydrogeology as generally applied in Alberta is presented. The course begins with the basics of groundwater flow, groundwater chemistry, and characterizing groundwater. The principles of groundwater contaminated site assessment, site conceptual models, and groundwater remediation will then be introduced along with regulatory considerations. Regional groundwater flow and its manifestations, aquifers and water wells in Alberta, groundwater resource evaluation, vulnerability, modelling, groundwater-surface water interaction, and implications of climate change will be explored.

Advanced agrology course with emphasis on clas­si­fi­ca­tion and map­ping of soils. Soil process­es, prin­ci­ples of the Cana­di­an Sys­tem of Soil Clas­si­fi­ca­tion, soil pro­files and diag­nos­tic fea­tures, fac­tors of soil formation and soil-form­ing process­es, soil sur­vey pro­ce­dures, and uti­liza­tion of exist­ing spa­tial infor­ma­tion to sup­port soil map­ping at a detailed scale are covered. A manda­to­ry field trip to collect data for the map­ping exer­cis­e is required; students need to be fit for duty. Pri­or knowl­edge of soil sci­ence is strongly recommended for this course.

Learn about soil formation and soil classification with emphasis on Western Canadian soils. Explore aspects such as soil-forming factors and processes, properties of common soils, and cycles of nutrients in the soil. Find out about essential online information resources available in the area of soil sciences. Acquire a foundation of knowledge and skills for application within more specialized soil and environmental sciences courses.

This course will cover the design and analysis of pre-stressed (PC) and post-tensioned (PT) concrete elements under flexural, shear, and axial stresses. The emphasis will be the fundamental behaviours and principles within the mechanics and strength of materials. The course will also include concepts involved in the analysis and design of PC and PT structures under the framework of the Canadian concretes standard, as well as an understanding of the mechanics and structural principles of code provisions, and application of common theories within applicable structures.

This is a must-have course for professionals who are seeking foundational, conceptual, and technical knowledge in machine learning. Learn how to analyze the credibility of artificial intelligence/machine learning and its applications in business. Gain an understanding of unsupervised, supervised, and reinforcement learning, the three widely accepted categorizations of machine learning.

Organizations that excel in today's competitive workplace understand the importance of the employer/employee relationship to their success. The relationship is central to the organizational culture and defines how people approach their work. The relationships we seek should be positive and contribute to a respectful workplace. However positive work environments do not just happen--they require thoughtful planning supported by leadership practices that are consistent with corporate plans. In other words, you create the work environment you deserve.

Acquire the skills, knowledge, and direction to start your chosen venture and increase the probability of its success. Learn to develop and fine-tune your business model by linking marketing, operations, people and finance; identifying your value proposition and determine why prospective customers should choose you; and understanding what it means to operate under the entrepreneur's mindset.

Expand your knowledge of running a business, including learning the difference between a sole proprietorship and a corporation. Prepare a feasibility study under varied scenarios, and build an in-depth marketing plan that links promotional initiatives, including social media, with product/service and price points. Case studies will focus on past successful entrepreneurial ventures.

Increase your knowledge of business funding development, including understanding the advantages and disadvantages of debt, equity and alternative financing. Improve your promotional skills to present your ideas to potential funding sources and increase prospective customer awareness and motivation, and learn about the advantages and disadvantages of partnerships. Guest speakers from the banking industry will share their insights on funding entrepreneurs.

There are many ways--some evolutionary, others revolutionary--the transportation and logistics sector could develop to meet the challenges posed by new market entrants, technology, and business models. The networkbased nature of the logistics industry provides a framework for implementing and scaling artificial intelligence (AI), amplifying the human components of highly organized global supply chains. In this course, you will build a fundamental understanding of AI, machine, earning, digital twins, data analytics, augmented reality, robotics, and blockchains in the field of logistics.

Global logistics connects critical components of the supply chain from a product¿s point of origin to its point of consumption. Physical distribution is inextricably tied with international trade, multinational manufacturing, and sourcing of raw materials, components, and supplies. Topics in this course will help participants understand the channels of global logistics, challenges in managing physical distribution, INCOTERMS, free trade zones, tariffs, security, hedging, sourcing strategies, risk, and resilience in international trade.

Understand how to decrease environmental impact in the areas of logistics, distribution, and warehousing operations. Learn about technologies that can affect efficiencies and connectivity, including QR codes, VMI solutions, RFID applications, autonomous vehicles, and replenishment options. Explore ways of reducing emissions in fleet operations and find out about packaging material alternatives and GHG footprint estimates. Discuss issues such as outsourcing, scheduling options through 3PLs, and supply chain strategies for resiliency to mitigate risks.

Participants will understand the principles and purpose of ESG and Social Procurement in business, focusing on sourcing strategies. As well they will attain working knowledge of how to contribute to social capital and economic development; draft policies which reflect social values; understand the role of technology in affecting sustainability; develop relevant KPIs, strategies and tactics; understand trade agreement obligations at national and international levels; build awareness of circular economy impacts; identify opportunities and challenges, and hear directly from Canadian ESG leaders.

In this interactive workshop, participants will cultivate essential skills for effective self-management and successful leadership. This course offers a comprehensive exploration of a frontline leader's role and effective strategies to motivate and manage individuals. Participants will gain insights into navigating organizational change, honing problem-solving and decision-making abilities, and fostering impactful performance conversations.

Effective communication is a cornerstone of operational success and plays a pivotal role in establishing meaningful work relationships. In this workshop, we couple experiential and reflective activities with listening, strategic questioning, and non-verbal communication techniques to empower participants to express themselves with clarity and finesse. The course explores the intricacies of interpersonal communication, deciphering the messages of others, navigating interactions across diverse communication styles, and enhancing one's understanding of and ability to manage interpersonal conflicts.

Team leadership and management are pivotal in driving the success of a team. These critical roles encompass anticipating future challenges amidst constant change while maximizing the diverse strengths within the team and fostering respect for differences. In this work­shop, par­tic­i­pants will learn about the ben­e­fits of cre­at­ing a pos­i­tive team cul­ture and what it takes to boost a team's well-being and pro­duc­tiv­i­ty. Assess­ing team dynam­ics will guide par­tic­i­pants in explor­ing the con­cept of team agree­ments, prin­ci­ples and shared values.

Understand the modern concept of privacy in a liberal democracy. Learn about the evolution of the principles of privacy as you examine the historical, philosophical, and legislative frameworks of personal information data privacy and security, both in the public and in the private sector. Discuss the conflicts between the public interest and the constitutional right to personal data privacy, and explore ways of resolving them.

Health care providers and their staff are required to follow Canadian laws that protect their patients' health information. Understand the fundamentals of privacy protection in the context of health care as you keep up-to-date with new legislation and explore the evolving security threats brought upon by emerging technologies. Learn how to establish a privacy program, protect health information, be prepared for privacy breaches, and carry out breach response plans.

A key element in any professional's role is the ability to communicate with confidence. This course will introduce a range of concepts and techniques related to effective communication skills, such as looking at different types of communication: interpersonal (1-to-1); group and team (1-to-few); and larger audiences (1-to-many). Other topics covered are empathy, active listening, and non-verbal communications. Through self-assessments, guided practice and activities, participants will create and deliver a pitch as well as a formal presentation.

This course explores the foundational principles of intellectual property, its strategic applications, and organizational management. Topics include: identifying and searching for different types of intellectual property; strategies for idea development; defining, implementing, evaluating, and enhancing security practices; and identifying and complying with Canadian ethics legislation.

This course focuses on identifying intellectual property opportunities and translating them into marketable innovations. Topics include: defining the four main components of intellectual property and the different protections offered by Canadian legislation; recognizing intellectual property assets; completion of the intellectual property audit process; and developing and updating audit documentation as intellectual property is created and developed.

This course offers in-depth insights into safeguarding intellectual assets by equipping learners with essential knowledge about patents in Canada. Topics include: differentiating intellectual property types and uses; identifying and evaluating patentability criteria; differentiating patentability versus freedom to operate; determining when to file a patent; the patent application process; identifying steps between filing a patent application and receiving a patent; analyzing real-world case studies to understand the impact of patents on innovation, competition, and industry dynamics.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to team-based collaborative care, ideal for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of collaborative practices in diverse settings. Participants will explore key topics, including the rationale for team-based care, an overview of the competency framework for advancing collaboration, and essential skills for effective teamwork. The course also introduces simulation-based learning as a valuable tool for preparing professionals for real-world challenges.

This course introduces the foundational principles of caregiver-centered care. Learners will revisit the core competencies of team-based collaborative care and examine how a well-coordinated team of healthcare professionals can collaborate with patients and caregivers to develop effective care plans. The course culminates with an in-person simulation training experience, where learners can apply these foundational concepts in a hands-on, practical setting.

Ce cours initie les étudiants aux principes de base du cycle comptable, y compris les écritures de journal, les écritures de régularisation, les écritures de clôture, l'équilibre de vérification et les états financiers. Les sujets de la comptabilité pour services et de marchandises, pour le contrôle des activités de trésorerie et pour les actifs actuels et les immobilisations sont introduits. Les principes comptables généralement reconnus sont abordés tout au long du parcours, en ce qui concerne les domaines spécifiques.

Ce cours introduit les étudiants aux concepts de la littératie numérique. Il présente les applications utiles à la comptabilité. Outre la maîtrise des logiciels de comptabilité (tels que Quickbooks), les étudiants seront initiés au partage de documents en ligne (tels que DropBox et G-Drive) et sensibilisés aux questions de sécurité des données.

Ce cours permet aux étudiants de reconnaître les signes des troubles neurodéveloppementaux spécifiques aux troubles du spectre autistique selon le DSM-5. Il permet également à l'étudiant de décrire et de différencier les manifestations cliniques des troubles neurodéveloppementaux spécifiques au trouble du spectre autistique en parallèle avec les étapes du développement de l'enfant. L'étudiant sera appelé à comprendre les difficultés adaptatives biopsychosociales fréquentes associées à la neurodiversité. Il sera outillé pour planifier des interventions adaptées aux besoins de ces enfants et de leurs communautés respectives. Il sera également en mesure d'identifier les obstacles à l'inclusion de ces enfants afin d'agir sur les facteurs favorisant une société inclusive. Les méthodes d'adaptation et les stratégies d'intervention enseignées seront respectueuses des valeurs et de la diversité culturelle des communautés des Premières Nations, des Métis et des Inuits. Enfin, l'étudiant s'exercera à créer des plans qui démontrent une collaboration avec les familles et les communautés sur des activités et des stratégies éducatives conformes à un plan d'intervention.

Ce cours permet aux étudiants de comprendre et d'utiliser les étapes du processus d'intervention en éducation spécialisée, adapté aux caractéristiques et aux besoins des enfants atteints de troubles du spectre autistique. Les étudiants exploreront les étapes du processus d'intervention spécifique à l'éducation spécialisée (communication, observation, analyse, évaluation, planification, intervention et rétroaction). À la fin du cours, l'élève sera en mesure de décrire les problèmes d'adaptation biopsychosociale d'un enfant ayant un trouble du spectre autistique, de planifier une intervention éducative, de participer à la mise en ¿uvre du plan d'intervention, de proposer des ajustements au besoin et d'utiliser des stratégies d'intervention concrètes, tout en tenant compte des aspects culturels de l'enfant des Premières Nations, métis ou inuit ou de l'enfant issu de l'immigration.

This interactive seminar will help you understand and interpret construction drawings and project specifications. Acquire new skills and learn how to apply them to read, interpret, and extrapolate information from plans, elevations, sections, and details contained in construction drawings. Discuss standard CCA and CCDC documents used at various stages of pre-bid and construction. Understand the impacts of associated responsibilities, including risk management arising from bidding procedures, as well as the role of contract conditions and general requirements.

Explore the steps in the construction process from the award to close-out. Topics in this course will include scope of work, bidding, start up, control system requirements, role of consultants and organizational structure. Other topics include contractors safety program, work changes and preventing delays.

In this course you will learn the fundamentals of estimating construction projects costs from concept to completion, including types of cost estimates, the tendering process, costing site overheads, and final assembly of tender. The roles of estimators and industrial cost engineers will be explored as well as value engineering and cost control processes and techniques. Cost risks inherent to Alberta conditions will also be discussed.

Through examining practical construction considerations, this course emphasizes critical path planning and scheduling methods. Topics will include network diagrams, time/resource/cost interrelationships, selection of crew, method and equipment, schedule monitoring, group planning techniques and monitoring, updating, and progress reporting.

Examine the principles of contract law as they relate to the construction industry. In particular, the course will deal with the creation and interpretation of contracts and the remedies available for breaches of contracts. There will be considerable emphasis on the rights and responsibilities of owners, contractors, and consultants in the bidding process. You will acquire knowledge and skills to administer projects with reduced legal difficulty and to resolve disputes in a timely and cost-effective manner.

The dynamics of today's business environment requires organizations to change, grow, and reinvent themselves. These new directions can only be achieved through the effective identification and implementation of projects. This seminar will provide you with a fundamental understanding of project management theory. You will develop an understanding of what projects are, what constitutes a complete project scope, how to develop an overall project schedule, what processes the project will have to follow, and what business systems will be required to ensure a successful outcome. A comprehensive project management model will be provided. As well, this seminar will address the human elements of project management.

This course will focus on the human elements of the construction industry is the focus. Topics will include: negotiation and communication strategies, methods, and styles; team building, collaboration, and the situational leadership model; conflict resolution, and strategies for dealing with issues such as intransigence, insubordination and absenteeism. Prior knowledge of project management and administrative controls is recommended, but not required.

Managing risk is a critical function to ensure successful construction projects. Construction is inherently risky including aspects such as: costs, time, physical (personal and property), environmental, jurisdictional, reputation, and general liability. Risk levels and sensitivity must be considered in detail for every project. This course will provide participants a solid foundation in the concepts, tools and techniques of construction risk management. The course draws from various perspective of the construction industry to give students a well-rounded approach to this process and an understanding of the rationale used in developing effective risk management systems.

Procurement analysis is an integral skill for construction professionals to optimize how they obtain services, materials and products while constrained by limited resources. This course will focus on developing source matrices, sourcing techniques, and alternative resource strategies. Approaches used by construction professionals to manage budget and material requirements within project management systems will also be covered.

This course will focus on the components of effective instructional design for the higher education classroom. Using the principles of constructive alignment, you will gain experience in writing appropriate learning outcomes, designing engaging learning activities and assessing student learning.

This course will build on the basics of instructional design discussed in EXELP 5706 and observations of higher education lessons. You will be introduced to various lesson-planning models, and to the concepts of emergent lesson design and the teachable moment, with the goal of applying these to the design of individual lessons.

This course gives you the opportunity to teach a mini-lesson, using the lesson plan developed in EXELP 5707. Participants will offer feedback to each other, the engage in self-reflection on their lesson.

The growing presence of international students in EMI contexts challenges educators to interact effectively with students from diverse cultural backgrounds and also to understand the importance of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity (EDI). This course will help participants to understand the theoretical and practical dimensions of intercultural competence, intercultural pedagogy, discipline-specific intercultural differences, and EDI strategies.

In this course, you will explore the use of technologies that can help make learning in higher education more active and interactive. You will examine the benefits and challenges of using a variety of technology-supported course delivery models, strategies, and tools, and their applicability in international contexts.

This course focuses on the specific disciplinary terminology and general academic language necessary for teaching content in EMI contexts. Participants will also be introduced to strategies for assisting their students to learn and use specialized vocabulary in English.

This course will give you the theoretical foundation on which to base your understanding and practice of teaching and learning in English-medium instruction contexts. Topics will include how students learn; an introduction to the concepts of student-centered learning and active learning; and differences and similarities between teaching and learning in a native language and in English.

This course will assist participants to consider their students' reasons for engagement and non-engagement in their classes, and strategies for more fully fostering participation. According to participant needs and interests, topics may include question-posing strategies; facilitating student engagement in large classes; planning effective group work; and providing alternatives to oral participation.

This course uses an academically oriented approach to English language learning that will help you develop your reading and writing proficiency, along with a content-based approach to developing oral communication skills

In this course, you will learn about topics critical to second-language instruction and address common challenges faced by language teachers. Topics covered may include: strategies for creating an optimal language learning classroom; task-based language teaching approaches; strategies for assessment, feedback, and error correction; inclusive education and approaches to intercultural learning; best practices for balancing accuracy and fluency; developing and implementing curriculum change; and integrating technology into your teaching.

In this 20-hour practicum, you will complete 12 hours of observations and eight hours of teaching. Four seminars will address topics related to the practicum experience, such as observation protocols, reflective practices, teaching philosophies, and reviewing lesson planning.

This course will help beginner-level students to develop a strong foundation of basic oral and written fluency in English. By the end of the course, you should be able to make contributions in small group discussions and engage in simple conversations. You will also demonstrate a growing understanding of written and spoken texts about general interest topics, as well as express ideas in writing at the sentence level with some clarity.

This course will help intermediate-level students to develop language skills in English. You will participate in interactive classes that provide many opportunities for meaningful language learning. Classes will include interactive tasks such as participating in group discussions, giving class presentations, and engaging with authentic video, audio, and digital material. The focus will be on developing fluency, accuracy, and vocabulary as you develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills with an emphasis on practical use.

This course will help high-intermediate-level students to develop their language skills in English. You will participate in interactive classes that provide many opportunities for meaningful language learning. Classes will include giving presentations, leading and participating in group discussions, and engaging with authentic video, audio, and digital material. By the end of the course, you should be able to deliver short presentations, demonstrate an understanding of intermediate-level written and spoken texts, and write about familiar topics with increased fluency.

This course will help beginner-level students to develop the most important basic language skills in English. You will participate in interactive classes with many opportunities to improve your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. You will also learn new words and understand how to use them correctly.

Designed for English language learners, this course will help you develop intermediate skills to enhance your reading comprehension, fluency, critical thinking, and vocabulary-building strategies. You will learn how to skim and scan to find information quickly and express your thoughts and opinions about the readings in a clear, organized manner. You will also use digital vocabulary-building tools to recognize and use new words in different situations.

Designed for English language learners, this course will help you develop intermediate skills to enhance your reading comprehension, fluency, critical thinking, and vocabulary-building strategies. Critical reading skills will enable you to challenge reasoning, examine assumptions, and identify biases. You will use textual annotation to learn how to read closely, identify key words and phrases, and have a deeper understanding of new vocabulary.

Designed for English language learners, this course is for those who want to develop public speaking skills. In these interactive classes, you will acquire tools and strategies for planning and delivering effective, persuasive presentations. The course is focused on concepts of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and will address features of various digital platforms, taking into account audience, presentation purpose, structure, and features of public speaking. You will have opportunities to practice your new skills and to deliver a minipresentation for instructor and peer feedback.

Designed for English language learners, this course will help you improve your ability to communicate in writing effectively and professionally. You will develop the writing skills that are necessary to compose clear, concise, and inclusive writing for emailing, texting, and correspondence at work. Topics that will be addressed include format, forms of address, grammar, punctuation, register, vocabulary development, and organization.

Designed for English language learners, this course will help you develop the language, habits, and attitudes needed to perform effectively in the workplace. You will learn how to deal with conflict, work with others to solve a problem, and analyze relationships to understand how to appropriately interact with co-workers and supervisors.

Designed for second-language learners, this course will teach you to communicate in most routine nursing situations with relative confidence. You will participate in interactive learning tasks that will help you develop new vocabulary related to the nursing profession, as well as improve your listening and speaking skills. You will also engage in role-play scenarios, interact with Canadian nurses and other guest speakers, and deliver a simple presentation to a panel audience.

Designed for English language learners, this course takes a content-based approach to developing oral communication skills. You will learn about the wider global community through the exploration of themes related to history, culture, diversity, sustainability, community engagement, and intercultural communication. You are encouraged to focus on building confidence while interacting with other students on topics of global interest.

Focuses on the development of language fluency and accuracy and on building the necessary vocabulary for further studies within an academic environment. Listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills are emphasized by engaging students in a variety of academic activities. This course which precedes EAP 140, will enable students to lay the foundation for successful academic writing. Students will be introduced to language learning strategies and will develop study skills that are crucial to their success in an English Language university. Students should have a minimum TOEFL iBT of 40 with a minimum of 12 in each band or IELTS score of 5.0 with a minimum score of 4.5 in each band.

This is a content-based oral communication course featuring Canadian history, culture, diversity, sustainability, community engagement and intercultural communication. Learners will communicate in everyday situations; ask for information related to student routines; take part in group discussions on Canadian culture/global citizenship; deliver short presentations on Canada/global community; identify main ideas and details when listening to media; get information from a variety of written texts; understand and appreciate others' perspectives; and interact across cultures.

English for Science and Technology is a language course designed to help international undergraduate students who are nearing completion or have completed their Bachelors' degree in Science or Engineering develop the language and communication strategies necessary for working, studying and undertaking research in a scientific setting. Students will have the opportunity to take part in activities in science-related areas at the University of Alberta, which may include simulated laboratory exercises, tours of faculties and facilities, and/or visits to relevant local institutions.

This course helps upper-level students to develop their grammar skills in English. Students will learn, practice, apply, and review common grammar items that are typically challenging for English language learners. Students will develop an understanding of grammar rules, applications, and strategies that will help them write with precision and clarity in current and future academic writing tasks. This course may be recommended to students of EAP 140 and EAP 145.

This course supports international students, educators and professionals who want to develop their pronunciation skills for successful interpersonal communication. The course will focus on increasing speech intelligibility, and will draw students' attention to elements of pronunciation that can lead to miscommunication. Students will develop an awareness of their own individual strengths and weaknesses in pronunciation, and will build strategies for expanding their pronunciation skills beyond the classroom.

This course supports upper-level English language learners as they develop practical academic writing skills in English. Lessons will focus on three dimensions of wrting that are pertinent to academic contexts: common grammar items, stylistic language choices, and applied writing skills such as summarizing and synthesizing information. Language items will be reviewed and analyzed using real examples of contemporary and academic texts. Students can apply these essential English writing tools to academic writing tasks.

This workshop supports English language learners as they develop presentation skills in English. Three interactive sessions give students tools and strategies for planning and delivering effective presentations. Each session will address features of presentation structure and features of public speaking. Session will each conclude with a practice mini-presentation with instructor feedback. The workshops is suitable for both students and professionals who are looking to develop their public speaking skills.

This course in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) focuses on general and specialized English language development and grammar. The course will stress the need for clear and accurate use of language with the goal of building confidence and fluency in an academic setting. There will be a focus on language and content-based speaking, listening, reading and writing tasks, employing collaborative communication strategies, and promoting autonomous learning strategies. EXELP 7155 promotes academic acculturation while introducing students to concepts of academic integrity and basic citation.

This course in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) focuses on general and specialized English language development and grammar. The course will stress the need for clear and accurate use of language with the goal of building confidence and fluency in an academic setting. There will be a focus on language and content-based speaking, listening, reading and writing tasks, employing collaborative communication strategies, and promoting autonomous learning strategies. EXELP 7155 promotes academic acculturation while introducing students to concepts of academic integrity and basic citation.

This course in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) focuses on general and specialized English language development and grammar. The course will stress the need for clear and accurate use of language with the goal of building confidence and fluency in an academic setting. There will be a focus on language and content-based speaking, listening, reading and writing tasks, employing collaborative communication strategies, and promoting autonomous learning strategies. EXELP 7155 promotes academic acculturation while introducing students to concepts of academic integrity and basic citation.

Academic and Intercultural Communications is designed to support international undergraduate students to transition and succeed in a research intensive Canadian university. Topics include: learning strategies and skills; academic integrity and the proper use of sources; first-year writing tasks; applied critical thinking and analysis; oral skills and presentations; use of eClass and online technologies; campus resources; equity, diversity and inclusion on campus; Indigenous initiatives on campus; classroom expectations; time management and task planning; emailing etiquette; grammar and tools for self-editing; and project-based collaboration.

Academic and Intercultural Communications is designed to support international undergraduate students to transition and succeed in a research intensive Canadian university. Topics include: learning strategies and skills; academic integrity and the proper use of sources; first-year writing tasks; applied critical thinking and analysis; oral skills and presentations; use of eClass and online technologies; campus resources; equity, diversity and inclusion on campus; Indigenous initiatives on campus; classroom expectations; time management and task planning; emailing etiquette; grammar and tools for self-editing; and project-based collaboration.

Academic and Intercultural Communications is designed to support international undergraduate students to transition and succeed in a research intensive Canadian university. Topics include: learning strategies and skills; academic integrity and the proper use of sources; first-year writing tasks; applied critical thinking and analysis; oral skills and presentations; use of eClass and online technologies; campus resources; equity, diversity and inclusion on campus; Indigenous initiatives on campus; classroom expectations; time management and task planning; emailing etiquette; grammar and tools for self-editing; and project-based collaboration.

An intensive course designed to assist students whose first language is not English in attaining the academic and communication skills necessary for them to become effective, independent participants in graduate studies at an English -language university. Course content is interdisciplinary and focuses on acquiring a practical understanding of and proficiency in approaches to critical thinking, research methodologies, and presentation skills. The course also allows for cultural reflection, facilitating the transitional process, and helping international graduate students to succeed in a North American university setting. Students should have completed EAP 140 or have a minimum score of 69 TOEFL iBT or 6.0 IELTS.

An intensive course designed to assist students whose first language is not English in attaining the academic and communication skills necessary for them to become effective, independent participants in graduate studies at an English -language university. Course content is interdisciplinary and focuses on acquiring a practical understanding of and proficiency in approaches to critical thinking, research methodologies, and presentation skills. The course also allows for cultural reflection, facilitating the transitional process, and helping international graduate students to succeed in a North American university setting. Students should have completed EAP 140 or have a minimum score of 69 TOEFL iBT or 6.0 IELTS.

An intensive course designed to assist students whose first language is not English in attaining the academic and communication skills necessary for them to become effective, independent participants in graduate studies at an English -language university. Course content is interdisciplinary and focuses on acquiring a practical understanding of and proficiency in approaches to critical thinking, research methodologies, and presentation skills. The course also allows for cultural reflection, facilitating the transitional process, and helping international graduate students to succeed in a North American university setting. Students should have completed EAP 140 or have a minimum score of 69 TOEFL iBT or 6.0 IELTS.

This module offers an introduction to a variety of unsupervised and supervised methods of data processing. Learn different architecture configurations for predictive modeling, kernel methods, neural networks, and techniques for evaluation of model performance. You'll bring real-world problems from your own workplace, and use machine learning to solve them. With access to the state-of-the-art resources in the Faculty of Engineering, and leading researchers in the area, your learning will be hands-on and practical with application to industry. Prerequisite: Restricted to students admitted into the Certificate for Artificial Intelligence

Dive into Deep Learning methodology and begin to build neural networks. The module will cover subjects such as convolutional neural networks and their applications to images; recurrent network models for processing natural language and speech. It will also introduce networks representing probability distributions, in particular Bayesian and Markov networks, and their applications. Co-requisite: EXEN 2451

An introduction to principles of reinforcement learning that include algorithms supporting action decision processes that optimize long-term performance. Topics include: dynamic programming, Q-learning, Monte Carlo reinforcement learning, and efficient algorithms for single- and multi-agent planning. Co-requisite: EXEN 2452

The theory of optimization of various drilling operational parameters for minimum cost drilling operation (more specifically use of physics based data driven models, mechanical specific energy concept, technical limit of drilling rate concepts will be discussed). This course will also address the design concepts of drilling hydraulics and drillstring mechanics, as well as, the design concepts of drilling directional, long horizontal, and extended reach wells. We will consider modern drilling technologies such as underbalanced drilling and managed pressure drilling.

The purpose of the course is to introduce the fundamentals of the nodal analysis approach and its applications in modeling and optimization of the oil/gas production process. The course content includes how to obtain the inflow performance relationship, how to model the single-phase and multiphase flow in wells, how to model the single-phase and multiphase flow through restrictions, how to identify the weak components in the production system, how to improve/optimize the production system based on the nodal analysis results, and how to design artificial lift methods.

This is a design course covering new developments in the area of well engineering. The course is designed for participants to develop an understanding of the basic principles of oil and gas well completion and stimulation engineering design, specifically: elements of a well completion design, well planning, casing design, cementing design, tubing design, perforating, sand control, and hydraulic fracturing.

Learn the practical aspects of reservoir engineering. The course covers reservoir engineering principles, different methods to assess the field performances and methods to develop different types of fields.

You will learn the fundamental properties of reservoir rocks and reservoir fluids from both experimental and theoretical perspectives. The experimental techniques used to measure these properties will be explained in detail. Relevant theories/models used to describe/correlate these properties will be covered. The course will also touch on the challenges and opportunities associated with the characterization of rock and fluid properties in tight/shale reservoirs.

Develop your understanding of basic principles of open-hole well logging and formation evaluation tools. You will learn conventional, reconnaissance, and graphical, open hole log interpretation techniques as well as techniques of evaluating shaly formations and gas bearing formations, and techniques of evaluating unconventional shale oil/shale gas reservoirs.