General and Aboriginal UCEP Program

Academic Management

Students develop skills in communication, planning, setting and achieving goals, studying and coping with stress in an academic context. Post-secondary options and degree planning is emphasized in the second term.

Biology 90 Pre-University Biology

A basic course in the biological sciences dealing with topics that give an overall background in biology, preparing students for entry into post-secondary courses. Includes physiology, genetics, botany, zoology, ecology, and an introduction to writing biology research papers. This course is equivalent to Biology 30.

Chemistry 90 Pre-University Chemistry

Chemistry 90 includes the basic knowledge and process skills that are a prerequisite for post-secondary courses. It is a comprehensive course in Chemistry for students who have had no previous courses in high school chemistry or no high school Chemistry for a significant period of time. This course is equivalent to Chemistry 30.

Computers 90

Through lectures and labs, students review basic word processing and Internet research skills and continue with intermediate and advanced word processing. The course also includes an introduction to spreadsheets and presentation graphics.

English 90 Pre-University English

An intensive and comprehensive review and skill development course in the language arts. Assesses areas where students need improvement and provides the English skills needed to begin a post secondary program. This course is equivalent to English 30-1.

Mathematics 90 Pre-University Mathematics

Provides the mathematical background required for university courses in mathematics and the natural and social sciences. Reviews basic mathematics and covers all areas of algebra and trigonometry. This course is equivalent to Pure Mathematics 30.

Social Studies 90 Pre-University Social Studies

In the first half of the year, this course examines the main themes in European history from the scientific revolution to the Cold War. The second part of the course traces the development of Canada from the earliest period of First Nations’ occupation, through the development of Canadian body politics in 1867 and finishes with an in-depth examination of modern Canadian history. This course is equivalent to Social Studies 30 and provides an excellent framework for first and second-year university history courses.

Study Skills Development 90 Workshop

In Study Skills, students develop skills in communicating, planning, setting and achieving goals, studying and coping with stress in an academic context. A knowledge of post-secondary options and degree planning is emphasized in the second term.

Physics 90 Pre-University Physics*

A non-calculus course in introductory general physics progressing from the basic laws of motion through classical to modern physics. Mathematics will be simple but necessary. No prior knowledge of chemistry or physics is assumed. The minimum objective of this course is to provide knowledge and skill with physics basics and scientific thinking so that entry into first-year university physics is a smooth transition. This course is equivalent to Physics 30.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 30 or 90.

* This is a Spring Session course only (May and June)

Native Studies 152 Introductory Cree

An overview of the Plains Cree language beginning with the Cree sound system, basic conversation, the basics of the structure of the Cree language and writing of the Cree language using Roman orthography.

Note: Native Studies 152 is a university-level course.

Learning Foundations Program and Learning Enhanced English Program

Students develop skills in communication, planning, setting and achieving goals, studying and coping with stress in an academic context. Post-secondary options and degree planning is emphasized in the second term.

Computing 70 Introductory Computer Skills

This course is an introduction to computers, aimed at developing basic skills in using the computer. Content areas include introduction to hardware and software, file management, Internet, and basic word processing commands and functions, including document editing, formatting, and printing.

English 70 English Skills Development

English 70 is an English skills development program that draws together basic aspects of the secondary English curriculum. Fundamental skills in literature, grammar/usage/mechanics, composition/writing, viewing and reading/language development are coordinated in a program of eight months.

Learning Enhanced English (LEE)

This course is intended to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to literature study and enhanced writing skills. It will introduce the students to English Literature based on the Alberta Curriculum for English Language Arts. Fundamental skills in literature, grammar/usage/mechanics, composition/writing, viewing and reading/language development are coordinated in intense eight month program which includes 9 hours of classroom instruction and five hours of computer lab time each week.

Mathematics 14/24 (Alberta Education)

The Mathematics 14–24 sequence is designed for students whose needs, interests and abilities focus on basic mathematical understanding. The emphasis is on learning whole numbers and fractions: decimals, proportions and percent. Real numbers and their properties; algebraic expressions. Finance; simple interest, compound interest and service charges. Understanding word problems. Practical applications of mathematics.

Mathematics 70 Math Skills Development

In Math Skills Development, students develop proficiency in the mathematics operations necessary for success in Mathematics 90 or high school level (grades 10-12) mathematics courses. Students review operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratios, and percent. Students develop measurement and graphing skills. Students become familiar with the fundamentals of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

Science 70 Science Skills Development

Science 70 is designed to provide a foundation for future science courses (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology). Students are introduced to the language of science, scientific method, laboratory protocols, and the basics of scientific study. Students are encouraged to develop curiosity, open-mindedness, and critical thinking skills when exploring the complexity of the natural world.

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