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French (FREN) 101
French for Beginners II (Revision 3)

Credits: 3 - Humanities. This course may be taken for credit towards most degree programs. It cannot, however, be applied to the BA major in French.

Prerequisite: FREN 100 or recent completion of French 20 (or two years of senior high school French or equivalent). A good knowledge of English grammar is essential.

Precluded course: FREN 103 (FREN 100 may not be taken for credit if credit has already been obtained for FREN 103.)

Centre: Centre for Language and Literature

FREN 101 is not available for challenge.

Overview

FREN 101 continues the study of the basic elements of the French language acquired in FREN 100. Oral and written skills are developed through the study of vocabulary, grammar, and idiomatic expressions. This course will enable students to speak and write in simple French in a range of everyday situations. A basic knowledge of English grammar is very important since FREN 101 contains a major grammar component.
Outline

French in Action: Lessons 14-26. This component of the course will enable you to speak and write in simple French about:
your origins, your family and your childhood
jobs and employment
shopping
holidays and other events in the past tenses
education (schooling)
subjects you study
food and food habits
ordering food in restaurants
culinary habits in general and more specifically in France
travel in general and tourism in France

French in Action is the televised component of FREN 101. Each lesson of the textbook corresponds to a televison episode. Students must view each program. Students who register at a time that does not correspond to the television broadcasts or who are residing outside of the broadcast range of ACCESS, The Education Station in Alberta, may borrow videotapes from Athabasca University Library.

En bons termes is the basic grammar component of FREN 101. Lessons 11-18 are covered in FREN 101. The grammar component is very important and must be studied methodically. En bons termes covers grammatical concepts such as:
the comparative and superlative
reflexive verbs in the passé composé
the use of the imparfait together with the passé composé
depuis with expressions of time
demonstrative pronouns
the futur
object pronouns used with the impératif
the use of the conditionnel
possessive pronouns
the plus-que-parfait
indefinite adjectives
irregular verb conjugations and the use of prepositions
the futur antérieur
the use of the negations
the subjunctive
relative pronouns

Undergraduate Course of Computers and Management Information Systems (CMIS) > Athabasca University

Computers and Management Information Systems (CMIS) 455
Accounting Information Systems

Overview

CMIS 455: Accounting Information Systems has two basic sections that are presented in three parts. In the first section, Lessons 1–4 teach the technical underpinnings of accounting information systems (AIS), and Lessons 5–8 present auditing and control principles as they pertain to AIS. The second section is a fusion of the first two parts: the technical and theoretical concepts covered in the first eight lessons are illustrated in the revenue, expenditure, production, and human resources management/payroll accounting cycles (Lessons 9–12).
Outline

Students of CMIS 455 study the following units:
Lesson 1: Accounting Information Systems—An Overview
Lesson 2: Systems Development and Documentation Techniques
Lesson 3: Relational Databases
Lesson 4: Database Design Using the REA Data Model
Lesson 5: Computer Fraud and Abuse
Lesson 6: Control and Accounting Information Systems
Lesson 7: Information Systems Controls and System Reliability
Lesson 8: Auditing Computer-based Information Systems
Lesson 9: Revenue and Expenditure Cycles
Lesson 10: The Production Cycle
Lesson 11: The Human Resources Management and Payroll Cycle
Lesson 12: General Ledger

BS 2010 Basic Biochemistry 4 credits
Prerequisite: BS 1001 General Chemistry
Emphasis is placed on understanding the structure, function and metabolism of amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. Enzyme action and kinetics. Laboratory work; Basic biochemical laboratory procedures including exercises with buffers, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins nucleic acids. Use of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.

BS 2009 Analytical Chemistry 4 credits
Prerequisite: BS 1001 General Chemistry
Lecture and laboratory course emphasizing quantitative chemical analyses such as gravimetry, colorimetry, titrimetry,
solvent extraction and chromatographic techniques, and chromatography. Major emphasis is laboratory
exercises use analysis of real samples chosen to illustrate the lecture material.

BS 1002 General Chemistry Laboratory 1 credit
Prerequisite or Corequisite: BS 1001 General Chemistry
Laboratory exercises to accompany BS 1001 general chemistry. Exercises follow basic outline of lectures.

Course of Economics and Global Studies at Assumption College

ECO 115 Statistics

The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding on an introductory level of how statistical inferences are made in the face of uncertainty. The underlying role of probability is stressed. A secondary purpose is the application of various test designs to formulate research questions. These designs include: t tests, analysis of variance, chi square analysis, and linear regression. (ECO 115 may be counted as a “second” Math in the General Education requirement if MAT 114 or higher is taken as a first course.) Prerequisite: MAT 111. (Fall, Spring) Charlebois, Fahy, Gerace, Kantarelis, White/Three credits

Course of Economics and Global Studies at Assumption College

ECO 110 Principles of Microeconomics

An examination of the basic theory and performance of the household, business, and government in determining the nature of the output of the economy and its distribution among the members of the society. Policy issues considered may include public control of business, labor unions, agriculture, the environment, income distribution and poverty, and international trade. (ECO 110 may be taken to satisfy the General Education requirement for Social Science.) Prerequisite: MAT 111. (Fall, Spring) Staff/Three credits

A Major in Biology teaches students how to investigate and appreciate the unity of function that underlies the diversity of life forms. Lectures encourage students to synthesize the best of classical and contemporary ideas in Biology. Laboratory work gives students technical expertise, and helps them to observe, ask questions, test hypotheses, analyze results, and present their conclusions orally and in writing. Elective courses provide a guided choice of advanced study in Biology and related areas. Students may participate in seminars, independent study, internships and summer research. With its flexibility, the major prepares students for careers in industry, education, research and the health professions, and for further study in graduate and professional schools.

It is important for intended Biology majors to take both CHE 131 and BIO 160 in their first year.

Required Courses*:

CHE 201- 202 Organic Chemistry PHY 201- 202 General Physics BIO 210 Genetics (must be taken before Junior year)
One of four: BIO 220 Invertebrate Zoology BIO 230 Botany BIO 240 Mammalian Anatomy BIO 250 Microbiology One of five: BIO 330 Histology BIO 340 Cell and Molecular Biology BIO 370 General Physiology BIO 410 Immunology BIO 420 Developmental Biology One of four: BIO 360 Ecology BIO 320 Evolution BIO 310 Animal Behavior BIO 430 Comparative Physiology

Electives:

Four additional three- or four-credit electives from: Biology at the 200 level or above; or CHE 414 Biochemistry; or BIO 480 Seminar in the Life Sciences. At least one course must be at the 400 level. A maximum of two of these electives can be selected from internships of BIO 490 or 491. Additional internship of independent study credits will count toward degree requirements but will not count toward the major in Biology.

MAJOR IN BIOLOGY WITH CONCENTRATION IN BIOTECHNOLOGY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

In the past 20 years, a new biotechnology has developed around the study of living things at the molecular level. The chemistry of genetics has found applications in medicine and industry. Techniques of molecular genetics have allowed dramatic advances in our understanding of developmental biology, physiology, immunology, and evolution. This major provides a balanced foundation in biology, plus an introduction to the theory and methods of biotechnology and molecular biology. Students in the major are encouraged to do internships at biotechnology laboratories in the Worcester area. When they graduate, students can pursue graduate study in the biological sciences or in the health sciences. The major is also excellent preparation for a teaching career or employment in a biotechnology-based field. Required Courses*: CHE 201- 202 Organic Chemistry PHY 201- 202 General Physics BIO 210 Genetics BIO 250 Microbiology BIO 340 Cell and Molecular Biology BIO 440 Biotechnology: Theory and Practice CHE 414 Biochemistry

Electives:

Three additional three- or four-credit electives in Biology from level 200 or above. A maximum of two of these electives can be selected from internships or BIO 490 or 491. Additional internship or independent study credits will count toward degree requirements but will not count toward the major in Biology. (Total of 12 required courses)

DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL SCIENCES 108 DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL SCIENCES MINOR IN BIOLOGY

Students who wish to pursue the study of life forms and functions may elect a Minor in Biology. This course of study may appeal to students majoring in the behavioral sciences who plan a career in a healthrelated field. Ordinarily the student will begin with BIO 160 Concepts in Biology, adding at least four courses chosen from the departmental offerings in consultation with an advisor from the department. Courses taken below BIO 160 require the approval of the department Chairperson.

EDCI 204 General Music Methods I
1 day section each fall
EDCI 220 Teaching Drama/Theatre GR PreK-6
1 day section spring even years
EDCI 230 PK Workshop Teaching GR PreK-12 Field
Experience
1 day section each spring
EDFN 231 Workshop in Teaching
1 day section each fall
EDCI 250 X Introduction to Educational Intervention
1 evening section each fall
EDCI 325 General Music Methods II
1 day section spring odd
EDPE 330 HP Classroom Management Field Experience
Health/PE PreK-12
1 section each spring
EDCI 342 Assessment & Teaching Mild/Moderate Educ.
Needs
1 day section each fall
EDCI 343 Curriculum Methods Mild/Moderate/Intensive
Educ. Intervention
1 day section each spring
EDCI 380 Foreign Lang. Education Curriculum &
Instruction
1 day section spring even year
EDCI 383 Vocational Integrated Business
1 day section each spring
EDCI 389 Vocational Family & Consumer Sciences
Methods 7-12
1 day section spring even year
EDCI 394 FCS Occupational Methods
1 day section spring odd year
EDCI 395 Curriculum & Methods Instrumental Music
1 day section fall even year
EDCI 396 Curriculum & Methods Choral Music
1 day section fall even year
EDCI 430 Workshop Teaching Intervention Specialist
Moderate/Intensive
1 day section each fall
EDCI 432 Methods-Grades 7-12
(Various) see specific departments
EDFN 436 Christian School
Arranged
EDCI 441 Creative Effective Learning Environments
1 day section each spring
EDCI 442 Communication, Consultation & Teaming
Skills
1 day section each fall
EDCI 445 Advanced Behavior Management
1 day section each fall
EDCI 450 Language/Communication Disorders in
Children & Intervention
1 day section each spring

BIO 201 Molecular and Cellular Basis of Life
BIO 202 Organisms, Adaptation, and Diversity
BIO 301 Professional Preparation
BIO 303 Genetics
BIO 330 Principles of Toxicology
BIO 331 Methods in Toxicology
BIO 429 Biochemistry
BIO 429L Biochemistry lab
BIO 430 Applied Toxicol.
BIO 432/433 Pharm. Toxicol. I & 11
BIO 495 Biology Senior Seminar
BIO Electives (courses numbered 200 or above. See department chair for any course(s) not permitted)
CHEM 103/104 General Chemistry
CHEM 204 Quant. Analysis
CHEM 307 Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 420 Instru. Analysis
MATH 201/202 Calculus for Mgmt.
OR MATH 205/206 The Calculus
MATH 208 Elementary Statistics