Design Thinking uses a designer mindset to produce business innovations in products and services, with a focus on deep understanding of and empathy with the people who use them. Following a holistic innovation process for an area of interest or organization, students build an initial business case and apply design thinking and creative problem-solving strategies to make innovation a sustainable practice.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Ontario continues to generate more and more waste; historically, three quarters of this waste has been discarded. In this course, learners are introduced to the tremendous environmental and economic opportunities that exist to embrace resource conservation ideology and a circular economy - a system in which products are never discarded, but reused, recycled and reintroduced into new products. With interactive activities, videos, and gaming; learners identify concepts and technologies to make informed decisions regarding waste management. Learners reflect on material learned, connect it to their own personalized industry or interest, and locate innovation and entrepreneurship opportunities.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Students explore how individuals acquire knowledge and skills and how environments influence the learning process. Through examination of different theories from both historical and current perspectives, students develop an understanding of how learning is influenced by developmental, psychological and social elements. Students use real life experiences to identify how these theories can be used to support learning and development within continuously changing environments.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Establishing and maintaining healthy personal financial affairs are important steps towards autonomy and agency. Students discover how financial decision-making is a continuous process, requiring foundation skills in economics, behavioural science, and surprisingly, Canadian history. Through personal reflection, analysis of economic lived experiences, and application of practical budgeting and financial planning strategies, students acquire knowledge and skills to harness the power of money.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

All forms of art have a powerful influence on our perceptions. Students describe and explore through case studies a range of disabilities and their unique features. Using arts, enquiry and discussion, students critique historical and modern-day portrayals of individuals with disabilities. Students consider the attitudes and social barriers that individuals with disabilities face, and focus on the link between the formation of cultural identity and the arts.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Anti-racism is the practice of identifying, challenging, and changing the values, structures, and behaviors that perpetuate systemic racism. Students explore concepts of anti-oppressive practice, anti-racist pedagogy, diversity, and inclusion at the personal, societal, and institutional levels. Students develop an understanding of historical and present-day groups and figures that challenge oppressive structures in Canadian society. Through various learning activities and discussion boards, students will develop the necessary knowledge, attitude, and skills to become an authentic ally within society.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

This course will allow students to explore social media and its effects on free speech and public discourse in contemporary society. It will cover the philosophical foundations of free speech, the legal and institutional expressions of free speech in modern democracies, the characteristics of social media infrastructure, how our society's free speech is being influenced if not transformed by this infrastructure, and perspectives on the need, or not, for "regulatory fixes" advanced from different viewpoints.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

The effects of transatlantic slavery, which began in the 15th century and was not abolished until the 19th, are still present in contemporary social, political and economic systems. In this course, students are provided with a chronological understanding of the transatlantic slave trade that charts: 1) its creation and its economic underpinnings in European and American power and wealth; 2) the resistance to slavery and its eventual abolition; and 3) the afterlife of slavery in the present day. Through class discussion, examination of academic and non-academic literature, and analysis of images and videos, students will be introduced to the history and continuing legacy of the transatlantic slave trade.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Understanding fungi is critical for a more complete picture of both natural history, as well as historical and current human affairs. Students learn the major groups of fungi most of which are beneficial to humans. Students learn the influence of fungi on historical and cultural activities including art and food. Students also examine the direct involvement of fungi on industrial processes and current medical and biotechnological processes. Students explore the role of fungi as it relates to soil fertility and best practices in agriculture and environmental sustainability. Students will connect fungi to the world around them.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Though death is an immutable consequence of life, society's attitudes and reactions to it have been ever-changing. The viewpoint that life is sacrosanct, to be protected at all costs, is now being challenged by individuals demanding greater control of their quality of life, including the right to die. An historical overview of attitudes towards death will be examined, with a focus on the growing acceptability of medical assistance in dying (MAID), and the reasons behind this movement (demographics, economics, medicine). This course, through discussion of differing social perspectives, government legislation, case studies, research, images and videos will provide students a greater understanding of society's past and present approaches to death.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Understanding the natural environment and the geological features and landscapes that shape our world is vital for students to have a greater understanding and respect for others by being more globally and culturally aware. The transformation of Earth as we know it has been a 4.5 billion year marvel in the making. The ever-changing continents, oceans, seas, and geographic landforms continue to reshape our world. Through the exploration of the unique landscapes of Earth and the examination of the geographic distribution of populations, countries, and regions of the world, students will use virtual field trips, case studies, and web quests to enhance their sense of global community.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

What makes a psychopath tick? Are they born that way, or are they products of society? Are serial killers really possessed with evil, or do they know exactly what they are doing? In this course, students will study how and why some individuals become criminals and why some actually become killers. You will study what is known about serial killers, stalkers, rapists and criminals. Also, the latest techniques used in criminal profiling and questioning will be examined.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

DNA is the recipe book for all living things. This small molecule can tell us about our past, present, and future. It is what makes us all unique and what ties us together. DNA can answer some of life's biggest questions: Where do we come from? How are we made? Can we cure disease? Can we predict the future or change the outcome? In this course, we will examine the spectacular DNA molecule and how it works. Through contemporary articles, research, images, and videos, we will investigate ways in which DNA can be used to predict traits, detect disease, discover ancestry and engineer babies. We will look at DNA's involvement in our evolution, and how we can harness its powers to create superfoods, change a wolf into a pug or clone extinct species. Through a combination of discussion boards, quizzes and assignments, students will discuss DNA history, technology and social attitudes, providing them with a greater understanding of their genetic make-up, both on a personal and global level.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Design Thinking uses a designer mindset to produce business innovations in products and services, with a focus on deep understanding of and empathy with the people who use them. Following a holistic innovation process for an area of interest or organization, students build an initial business case and apply design thinking and creative problem-solving strategies to make innovation a sustainable practice.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Ontario continues to generate more and more waste; historically, three quarters of this waste has been discarded. In this course, learners are introduced to the tremendous environmental and economic opportunities that exist to embrace resource conservation ideology and a circular economy - a system in which products are never discarded, but reused, recycled and reintroduced into new products. With interactive activities, videos, and gaming; learners identify concepts and technologies to make informed decisions regarding waste management. Learners reflect on material learned, connect it to their own personalized industry or interest, and locate innovation and entrepreneurship opportunities.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Students explore how individuals acquire knowledge and skills and how environments influence the learning process. Through examination of different theories from both historical and current perspectives, students develop an understanding of how learning is influenced by developmental, psychological and social elements. Students use real life experiences to identify how these theories can be used to support learning and development within continuously changing environments.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Establishing and maintaining healthy personal financial affairs are important steps towards autonomy and agency. Students discover how financial decision-making is a continuous process, requiring foundation skills in economics, behavioural science, and surprisingly, Canadian history. Through personal reflection, analysis of economic lived experiences, and application of practical budgeting and financial planning strategies, students acquire knowledge and skills to harness the power of money.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

All forms of art have a powerful influence on our perceptions. Students describe and explore through case studies a range of disabilities and their unique features. Using arts, enquiry and discussion, students critique historical and modern-day portrayals of individuals with disabilities. Students consider the attitudes and social barriers that individuals with disabilities face, and focus on the link between the formation of cultural identity and the arts.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Anti-racism is the practice of identifying, challenging, and changing the values, structures, and behaviors that perpetuate systemic racism. Students explore concepts of anti-oppressive practice, anti-racist pedagogy, diversity, and inclusion at the personal, societal, and institutional levels. Students develop an understanding of historical and present-day groups and figures that challenge oppressive structures in Canadian society. Through various learning activities and discussion boards, students will develop the necessary knowledge, attitude, and skills to become an authentic ally within society.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

This course will allow students to explore social media and its effects on free speech and public discourse in contemporary society. It will cover the philosophical foundations of free speech, the legal and institutional expressions of free speech in modern democracies, the characteristics of social media infrastructure, how our society's free speech is being influenced if not transformed by this infrastructure, and perspectives on the need, or not, for "regulatory fixes" advanced from different viewpoints.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

The effects of transatlantic slavery, which began in the 15th century and was not abolished until the 19th, are still present in contemporary social, political and economic systems. In this course, students are provided with a chronological understanding of the transatlantic slave trade that charts: 1) its creation and its economic underpinnings in European and American power and wealth; 2) the resistance to slavery and its eventual abolition; and 3) the afterlife of slavery in the present day. Through class discussion, examination of academic and non-academic literature, and analysis of images and videos, students will be introduced to the history and continuing legacy of the transatlantic slave trade.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Understanding fungi is critical for a more complete picture of both natural history, as well as historical and current human affairs. Students learn the major groups of fungi most of which are beneficial to humans. Students learn the influence of fungi on historical and cultural activities including art and food. Students also examine the direct involvement of fungi on industrial processes and current medical and biotechnological processes. Students explore the role of fungi as it relates to soil fertility and best practices in agriculture and environmental sustainability. Students will connect fungi to the world around them.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Though death is an immutable consequence of life, society's attitudes and reactions to it have been ever-changing. The viewpoint that life is sacrosanct, to be protected at all costs, is now being challenged by individuals demanding greater control of their quality of life, including the right to die. An historical overview of attitudes towards death will be examined, with a focus on the growing acceptability of medical assistance in dying (MAID), and the reasons behind this movement (demographics, economics, medicine). This course, through discussion of differing social perspectives, government legislation, case studies, research, images and videos will provide students a greater understanding of society's past and present approaches to death.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Understanding the natural environment and the geological features and landscapes that shape our world is vital for students to have a greater understanding and respect for others by being more globally and culturally aware. The transformation of Earth as we know it has been a 4.5 billion year marvel in the making. The ever-changing continents, oceans, seas, and geographic landforms continue to reshape our world. Through the exploration of the unique landscapes of Earth and the examination of the geographic distribution of populations, countries, and regions of the world, students will use virtual field trips, case studies, and web quests to enhance their sense of global community.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

What makes a psychopath tick? Are they born that way, or are they products of society? Are serial killers really possessed with evil, or do they know exactly what they are doing? In this course, students will study how and why some individuals become criminals and why some actually become killers. You will study what is known about serial killers, stalkers, rapists and criminals. Also, the latest techniques used in criminal profiling and questioning will be examined.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

DNA is the recipe book for all living things. This small molecule can tell us about our past, present, and future. It is what makes us all unique and what ties us together. DNA can answer some of life's biggest questions: Where do we come from? How are we made? Can we cure disease? Can we predict the future or change the outcome? In this course, we will examine the spectacular DNA molecule and how it works. Through contemporary articles, research, images, and videos, we will investigate ways in which DNA can be used to predict traits, detect disease, discover ancestry and engineer babies. We will look at DNA's involvement in our evolution, and how we can harness its powers to create superfoods, change a wolf into a pug or clone extinct species. Through a combination of discussion boards, quizzes and assignments, students will discuss DNA history, technology and social attitudes, providing them with a greater understanding of their genetic make-up, both on a personal and global level.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

In the world of technology there is an ever changing and growing number of disruptive products, exciting tools and assistive services technology professionals can leverage as we invent, develop and produce technology solutions. Students explore emerging technologies and further develop the skillset to rapidly build and deploy technology solutions. Students research emerging technologies, and through hands-on learning, examine and implement these cutting-edge solutions. Topics may include machine learning and artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, big data, data analytics and visualization.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Mobile devices are the primary means of communication in today's world, and having knowledge in development of mobile applications is advantageous. Students expand their mobile application development knowledge through applied projects. Topics include an in-depth study of application development, integration of application programming interfaces (APIs) and utilization of mobile cloud services. Students experiment with location, networking, data storage, wearable technology and wireless communication using current industry protocols. The final capstone project is based on individual or group application development.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

In a team environment it is important to coordinate development efforts to increase efficiency and reduce errors. Students explore the techniques and architectures involved in developing, testing and deploying full-stack applications. The various phases of continuous integration and delivery are a key focus as well as application architecture and API design. Through a hands-on approach, students have an opportunity to work in teams to enhance, test and deploy a working full-stack application.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Possessing the skills to write software that is user-friendly, accessible and maintainable is desirable by industry and end users. Students gain hands-on experience in developing and deploying database-driven applications, with a focus on high-level software architecture and building interactive graphical user interfaces. Through extensive lab work, students build on their previous knowledge of software design to implement modular, testable application code. Students examine and utilize modern approaches to interface design using native and custom interface controls. Techniques for interacting with operating system APIs are explored.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Data warehousing systems are a foundation for Business Intelligence (BI) and decision making within an organization. Through designing and maintaining data warehouses, students examine the unique design requirements of data warehouses and gain experience performing Extraction, Transformation and Loading (ETL) processes. Students explore the analysis and presentation tools and techniques that can help inform and improve data-driven decisions.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Experience with practical projects provides students with learning opportunities to gain industry-relevant insight and experience. Through collaborative participation in applied research projects and working closely with stakeholders in real-world workplace environments, students develop solutions for problems of significant technical complexity. The phases of software development are expanded on including gathering requirements, documenting, designing, coding and testing working software prototypes. Knowledge about testing, debugging and quality assurance is expanded along with Agile software development methodology practices including Scrum, Kanban and Lean. Drawing upon skills previously acquired, students plan, conduct research for, and begin the creation of a written report that summarizes the work and findings resulting from the first release of the project.

Pre-requisites: CST8319

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Organizations recognize the importance of cybersecurity in the design, development and management of information systems. Students explore cybersecurity threats and best-practice responses to those threats. Primary focus is given to software and application layers. As well, to give students a broad understanding of the threat landscape, a variety of attack vectors through to the network and physical layers are discussed. Students gain hands-on experience with the tools and techniques used to mitigate security threats, and consider policies and regulations regarding cybersecurity and information privacy.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Assuring the quality of information technology systems is vital as these systems support businesses, health systems, entertainment franchises and more. Students employ a variety of testing strategies and industry best practices to analyze, document, develop, monitor, and maintain robust computing system solutions. Students develop these skills through a combination of lecture and practical activities using industry tools and techniques.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Information systems are an integral part of conducting business in today's world. An understanding of business concepts is key to the analysis and design of business information technology systems. Students develop an awareness of business concepts, business information systems, business processes, risk assessment, business impact analysis, software licensing, ethics, government standards, regulatory compliance and business media in the context of systems analysis and design and personal and professional development. Theory is reinforced with discussions, group work, case study and research.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

The ability to identify and satisfy all stakeholder expectations is essential in successful product development and delivery. Students collaborate to complete their applied research project in consultation with faculty and community partner to create deliverables by monitoring and controlling the project resources. Activities include implementing, testing, debugging and deploying information technology systems, creating installation packages, addressing security issues and concerns, adhering to quality assurance standards, and creating supporting documentation. Students defend developed solutions in formal oral and written presentations, and showcase the project to peers, faculty, staff and invited guests.

Pre-requisites: CST8414

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.

Taking a concept for a software product or service to market requires specific business knowledge. Students examine entrepreneurship as a fundamental skill for Information Technology (IT). Students explore how to investigate and develop the key components of a successful business plan. Focus is on developing business skills and innovative attitudes essential for those who want to be a founder of a technology start-up, a product manager working in a technology start-up, or an agent of change in an existing company.

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course.