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Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Science 2020/21 Calendar Changes

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Current Calendar Entry Proposed Calendar Entry

AFNS 521 Carcass and Meat Quality ★ 3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-0-3/2) The conversion of muscle to meat in livestock and poultry: definitions and measurement of carcass and meat quality; influences of pre- and post-slaughter factors on carcass and meat quality. The lab will consist of a two-day field trip during Reading Week. Lectures and labs are the same as for AN SC 420, but with additional assignments and evaluation appropriate to graduate studies. Credit will only be given for one of AFNS 521 and AN SC 420. Prerequisites: *3 Biochemistry or AN SC 320 and consent of instructor

AFNS 521 Meat Science ★ 3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-0-3/2) The conversion of muscle to meat in livestock and poultry: definitions and measurement of carcass and meat quality; influences of pre- and post-slaughter factors on carcass and meat quality; and biological, biochemical, chemical and technological aspects of meat processing. The lab will consist of a three-day field trip during Reading Week. Lectures and labs are the same as for AN SC 420, but with additional assignments and evaluation appropriate to graduate studies. Credit will only be given for one of AFNS 521 and AN SC 420. Prerequisites: *3 Biochemistry or AN SC 320, and consent of instructor.

Proposed by: Heather Bruce (Instructor) and Mike Dyck (Animal Science Division Director) Rationale for Change: Both the graduate (AFNS 521) and undergraduate (AN SC 420) courses are amalgamating content from NUFS 404 Muscle Food Science and Technology to provide NUFS students with access to a muscle food course. To reflect this, additional course content has been added and the title of the course has been changed. Detailed Rationale: There are two main changes: (1) The titles of AN SC 420 and AFNS 521 have been changed from “Carcass and Meat Quality” to “Meat Science” to reflect the additional food science content; and (2) the additional course content from NUFS 404 has been added to each course to reflect the incorporation of meat processing content into the courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Endorsed by the Division of Nutrition and Food Science at the last retreat April 16-17, 2018, as part of the discussion regarding the graduate certification in Meat Science. Endorsed by the Agriculture-Animal Health Program Committee on Feb 01, 2019; endorsed by the Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science on February 8, 2019 AN SC 420 Carcass and Meat Quality ★ 3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-0-3/2) The conversion of muscle to meat in livestock and poultry: definitions and measurement of carcass and meat quality; influences of pre- and post-slaughter factors on carcass and meat quality. The lab will consist of a two day field trip during Reading Week. Graduate students may not register for credit (see AFNS 521). Credit will only be given for one of AFNS 521 and AN SC 420. Prerequisite: *3 Biochemistry or AN SC 320, or consent of instructor.

AN SC 420 Meat Science ★ 3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-0-3/2) The conversion of muscle to meat in livestock and poultry: definitions and measurement of carcass and meat quality; influences of pre- and post-slaughter factors on carcass and meat quality; and biological, biochemical, chemical and technological aspects of meat processing. The lab will consist of a three day field trip during Reading Week. Graduate students may not register for credit (see AFNS 521). Credit will only be given for one of AFNS 521 and AN SC 420. Prerequisite: *3 Biochemistry or AN SC 320, or consent of instructor.

Proposed by: Heather Bruce (Instructor) and Mike Dyck (Animal Science Division Director) Rationale for Change: Both the graduate (AFNS 521) and undergraduate (AN SC 420) courses are amalgamating content from NUFS 404 Muscle Food Science and Technology to provide NUFS students with access to a muscle food course. To reflect this, additional course content has been added and the title of the course has been changed. Detailed Rationale: There are two main changes: (1) The titles of AN SC 420 and AFNS 521 have been changed from “Carcass and Meat Quality” to “Meat Science” to reflect the additional food science content; and (2) the additional course content from NUFS 404 has been added to each course to reflect the incorporation of meat processing content into the courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Endorsed by the Division of Nutrition and Food Science at the last retreat April 16-17, 2018, as part of the discussion regarding the graduate certification in Meat Science. Endorsed by the Agriculture-Animal Health Program Committee on Feb 01, 2019; endorsed by the Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science on February 8, 2019


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AN SC 496 Research on the Human Animal Bond ★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-3) Exploration of research methods and measures; critical appraisal of research on the human-animal bond; application of research findings to the improvement of human and animal welfare. Students will conduct library and empirical research in the laboratory component. Prerequisites: AN SC 378 or (*90 and consent of instructor).

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Proposed by: Michael Dyck (Division Director Animal Science) / Ruurd Zijlstra (Chair) Rationale for Change: Lack of capacity and resources to teach AN SC 496, with no change in this situation in the foreseeable future; required program competencies covered by this course will be picked up in other required courses. Detailed Rationale: Since the introduction of the Companion and Performance Animal major, AN SC 496 has been delivered by a sessional instructor. The current instructor for AN SC 496 has indicated that they will no longer be available to teach the course, starting in Fall 2019. Given current teaching loads, the Animal Science Division is not in a position to be able to provide an instructor from the cohort of continuing academic staff, and have not been able to identify a potential sessional instructor. Therefore, this is not a short-term issue, and so requires a Calendar change. The Division Director will work to ensure that key competencies currently covered in AN SC 496 are picked up in other courses that are requirements for the Companion and Performance Animal major; AN SC 120, AN SC 378 and AN SC 499. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Endorsed by the Animal Science Division on Deb 17, 2018; endorsed by Program Committee on February 1, 2019; endorsed by the Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science on February 8, 2019. New Course BIOEN 200 Introduction to Bioresource Technology

★3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-0) The course introduces the biorefining of biomass resources to renewable fuels, chemicals and biomaterials with a focus on reduced carbon emissions. The course integrates elements of circular market economies, sustainability, green chemical approaches, and technology development in the bioindustries. Prerequisite: BIOL 107 and CHEM 101 or 103.

Proposed by: David Bressler (instructor) and Ruurd Zijlstra (Chair, AFNS) Rationale for Change: This proposed course reflects a growing emphasis on research and applications in the Faculty of ALES related to the area of bioresource technology. The course will serve as an approved elective for students in current ALES programs such as agriculture, nutrition and food science, agricultural/food business management, etc. BIOEN is a previously approved course designator in ALES. All BIOEN courses were inactivated over the last few years, with BIOEN 200 being the most recent case (in 2015). This is therefore being proposed as a new course. Detailed Rationale: The course will serve as an introduction to the concepts of applied bioresource utilization. Alberta is rich in natural resources and agricultural/forestry producing lands. With its existing 21.1 million (M) hectares (HA) of land use for crop and livestock production and 35.2M ha of land that is publicly managed for timber production and a range of ecosystem services, Alberta has the ability to play a critical role in the important emerging bioresource sector. The emerging bioindustry looks for ways to effectively use low-value biomass and convert them to create high-value renewable chemicals, sustainable materials and biofuels. For instance, low-value materials such as animal fat, wood chips, low grade canola oil, even garbage, can be converted into an array of value-added products including biofuels, specialty chemicals (used as ingredients in food and cosmetics, among others), lubricants, plastics, coatings, spray foam insulations and other products. ALES is uniquely positioned as a leader in the development of environmentally friendly, low-carbon, sustainable bioresources from the Province’s abundant agricultural, forestry,


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and municipal biomass. As a foundational course it will introduce and attract students into the future program and serve as an option applicable to a wide range of faculty programs. Students will learn about the interrelationships between the biological resources available and potential applications in a bio-based economy. The course has been proposed as a result of a request from the department and faculty offices as a first entry towards the creation of a certificate in bioresource technology. The creation of a new Course identifier (BIOR) creates the new brand and will be coupled with existing bioresource offerings currently at the graduate/undergrad level (AFNS 522, AFNS 510, NUFS 499, REN R 345. Underlying Strategy: The long-term goal will be to build an undergraduate program in Bioresource Technology. This course is the first step in developing a program that will pull programming from REES, RENR, AFNS and other campus units to develop a program with an emphasis on biomass utilization, chemistry and conversion with elements of economics, sustainability, resource management and enhanced communication/entrepreneurial training. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Proposed by Division Director/AFNS Chair. Approved Food Science and Bioresource Technology Division January 15, 2019. Both NUFS and Agriculture/Animal health are engaged to include this course on their APE lists. Please note that due to the sabbatical leaves of four academics within the Food Science and Bioresource Technology division, an early implementation of this course in 2019-2020 is not possible. Instructor resources will be available in 2020-2021. Alternate Descriptors: B RES 200, BIORES 200 HECOL 100 Introduction to Principles and Practice in Human Ecology ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) An introductory course that provides a foundation in the body of knowledge that constitutes the field of human ecology. The history, philosophy, theoretical approaches and scope of the field are explored and skills that foster effective professional practice are discussed.

HECOL 100 Introduction to Principles and Practice in Human Ecology ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) An introductory course that provides a foundation in the body of knowledge that constitutes the field of human ecology (i.e., its history and philosophy; theories for studying everyday life). The scope of the field is explored and skills that foster effective professional practice by human ecologists are discussed.

Proposed by: Sherry Ann Chapman (instructor) and Jane Batcheller (Undergrad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: Course description updated by the instructor. Detailed Rationale: Currently, the course description is vague in meaning for readers who may be unfamiliar with human ecology. There are three main changes: (1) addition of “everyday life” to state the scope of human ecology that is considered in the course. This scope is consistent with the study of human ecology in the Faculty of ALES, as compared with macro-level foci that are studied elsewhere. (2) Addition of “human ecologists” to specify the type of professional practice and related skills that are explored in the course. (3) Reference to history, philosophy, and theoretical approaches moved into parentheses to describe more directly (i.e., in the same sentence) topics that comprise the body of human-ecological knowledge to be explored in the course. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the Undergraduate Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 250 Design Studies and Practice ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-3) Explores the production of artifacts as material culture from a human ecology perspective. Artifact production focuses on the design process including visualization, communication, inspiration/influence and interface. Students are introduced to the production of two-and three-dimensional design through historical and contemporary

HECOL 250 Design Studies and Practices ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-3) Explores the production of designed things as material culture from a human ecological perspective. Theories and practices of object production focus on design processes including visualization, communication, inspiration/influence and interface in the context of two-and three-dimensional design. Students learn theories during lectures and apply


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examples. Students also complete hands-on design projects in the studio. Note. Credit will only be given for one of HECOL 150, 250 or 350.

these in hands-on design projects in the studio.

Proposed by: Megan Strickfaden (Instructor) and Jane Batcheller (Undergrad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: Clarifying language and making the description more precise. HECOL 150 and 350 have not been offered for many years and so the note can now be removed. Detailed Rationale Changes to the course description reflect changes made to the course by the course instructor. The reference to HECOL 150 and 350 is being removed because these courses have not been offered for many years. Documentation of Approval/Consultation Approved by the Undergraduate Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 268 Survey of Historic Dress in the Western World ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) Introduction to the historical development of dress in the Western World with contemporary applications in design, merchandising, arts performance, education and museums. Resources include the Clothing and Textiles Collection.

HECOL 268 Survey of Historic Dress in the Western World ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) Introduction to the historical development of dress in the Western World with contemporary applications in design, merchandising, arts performance, education and museums. Resources include the Anne Lambert Clothing and Textiles Collection.

Proposed by: Anne Bissonnette (instructor) and Jane Batcheller (Undergrad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: Updating the name of the Clothing and Textiles Collection. Detailed Rationale The change to the course description reflects the new name of the Clothing &Textiles Collection. Documentation of Approval/Consultation Approved by the Undergraduate Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 310 Parent-Child Relationships ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) An exploration of parent-child relationships, with a concentration from infancy through adolescence. An examination of theoretical and research perspectives of parent-child relationships and the practical application of those perspectives. Prerequisite: PSYCO 104 and 105 or EDPY 200; PSYCO 104 and 105 are preferred.

HECOL 410 Parent-Child Relationships ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) An exploration of parent-child relationships, with a concentration from infancy through adolescence. An examination of theoretical and research perspectives of parent-child relationships and the practical application of those perspectives. Prerequisite: PSYCO 223.

Proposed by: Adam Galovan (instructor) and Deanna Williamson (Department Chair). Rationale for Change: Given recent and proposed changes to the family science program the course is being updated to be taught at a 400 level. Detailed Rationale: Two changes to the family science major make the suggested change necessary. First, PSYCO 223 (Lifespan Developmental Psychology) has been required for family science majors for several years. In teaching parent-child relationships, HECOL 310 reviewed many of the ideas taught in PSYCO 223. By having PSYCO 223 as a prerequisite, HECOL 310 can be taught at a higher level. Next, proposed changes in the courses offered/required for the family science major created a need to offer additional 400-level courses. Given the possibility of teaching HECOL 310 at a higher level (as HECOL 410), this change fills the program need to have additional 400-level courses available for students. Documentation of Approval/Consultation Approved by the Undergraduate Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 415 Families and Aging ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) Explore issues in mid and later life families including intergenerational and interpersonal relationships and family care. Prerequisite: HECOL 214.

HECOL 415 Families and Aging ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) Explore issues in mid and later life families including intergenerational and interpersonal relationships and family care. Prerequisite: HECOL 214 or 313.


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Proposed by: Deanna Williamson (Chair, Human Ecology). Rationale for Change: HECOL 214 will no longer be required in the Family Science major and will not be offered on a regular basis, so it is no longer suitable as a prerequisite. Detailed Rationale: Because HECOL 214 will no longer be required in the Family Science major, it will not be offered on a regular basis. As such, it cannot serve as a prerequisite for HECOL 415. HECOL 313 is an appropriate prerequisite for 2 reasons: 1) it will provide important background knowledge about family dynamics and 2) it will increase the likelihood that only senior-level undergraduate students take the course. HECOL 415 will be offered together with HECOL 615, and will be too advanced for first and second year students to take. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the Undergraduate Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 460 Nineteenth, Twentieth and Twenty-first Century Dress in the Western World ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-3) Advanced study of Western dress from the 19th century to the present. Lectures and labs introduce students to artifactual research and the handling, storage, examination, documentation and exhibition of artifacts. Resources include fashion plates, photographic archives, and artifacts from the University of Alberta's Clothing and Textiles Collection. Prerequisite: HECOL 268. Normally offered in alternate years.

HECOL 460 Nineteenth, Twentieth and Twenty-first Century Dress in the Western World ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-3) Advanced study of Western dress from the 19th century to the present. Lectures and labs introduce students to artifactual research and the handling, storage, examination, documentation and exhibition of artifacts. Resources include fashion plates, photographic archives, and artifacts from the Anne Lambert Clothing and Textiles Collection. Students co-curate an exhibition as part of the course. Prerequisite: HECOL 268. Normally offered in alternate years.

Proposed by: Anne Bissonnette (instructor) and Jane Batcheller (Undergrad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: Changes to the course description reflect the new name of the Clothing and Textiles Collection and clarify the exhibition component of the course. Detailed Rationale: Changes to the course description reflect the new name of the Clothing and Textiles Collection and clarify the exhibition component of the course. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the Undergraduate Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 462 Material Culture in Home and Community ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 2-0-3) Framed within the context of theories in human ecology, this course investigates material culture ranging from individual artifacts to community, including local and global environments. The roles and effects of material culture on individual, familial and community living are explored through literature, artifacts and life-stories. These issues are examined through a combination of seminars and group work culminating in an exhibit. Prerequisite: HECOL 201. Offered in alternate years.

HECOL 462 Material Culture in Home and Community ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 2-0-3) Framed within the context of theories in human ecology, this course investigates material culture ranging from individual artifacts to community, including local and global environments. The roles and effects of material culture on individual, familial and community living are explored through literature, artifacts and life-stories. These issues are examined through a combination of seminars and group work culminating in an exhibit. Prerequisite: HECOL 201.

Proposed by: Megan Strickfaden (instructor) and Jane Batcheller (Undergrad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: Because the course is only offered occasionally, the statement indicating that it is offered in alternate years needs to be removed. Detailed Rationale: Although this course has not been offered for several years, it is relevant to the program and should stay in the calendar. The statement indicating that the course is offered in alternate years is not correct and needs to be removed. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the Undergrad Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 465 Research Methods for Material Culture and HECOL 465 Research Methods for Material Culture and


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Design Studies ★3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-0) Explores how to do research into the relationships between people and objects (from clothing to buildings). Students will learn how to conduct primary research through a range of methods, approaches, and theories associated with material culture and design studies. Credit will only be given for one of HECOL 465 or 565. Prerequisite: *60.

Design Studies ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) Explores how to do research into the relationships between people and objects (from clothing to buildings). Students will learn how to conduct primary research through a range of methods, approaches, and theories associated with material culture and design studies. Prerequisite: *60.

Proposed by: Arlene Oak (instructor) and Jane Batcheller (Undergrad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: The course may be offered in either term, also because graduate courses cannot be taken by undergraduate students, the statement regarding credit for 465 and 565 is being removed. Detailed Rationale: Graduate courses cannot be taken by undergraduate students, so the statement regarding credit for 465 and 565 needs to be removed. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the Undergraduate Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 470 Topics in Advanced Textile and Apparel Science ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0). Advanced topics in functional textiles and protective clothing are addressed. Resistance of textiles to mechanical, thermal, chemical, biological, and electrical hazards as well as questions of durability and comfort are discussed with an emphasis on current research. The course describes phenomena and mechanisms involved, presents appropriate materials and structures, and depicts the relevant test methods. Prerequisite: HECOL 370. Credit will only be given for one of HECOL 470 or 570.

HECOL 470 Advanced Materials for Protective Clothing ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0). Students explore advanced materials for protective clothing. Resistance of textiles to mechanical, thermal, chemical, biological, and electrical hazards as well as questions of durability and comfort are discussed with an emphasis on current research. The course describes phenomena and mechanisms involved, presents appropriate materials and structures, and depicts the relevant test methods. Prerequisite: HECOL 370.

Proposed by: Patricia Dolez (instructor) and Jane Batcheller (Undergraduate Program Committee Chair) Rationale for Change: The course title and description are being changed to better reflect the course content as indicated by the instructor. Because graduate courses cannot be taken by undergraduate students, the statement regarding credit for 470 and 570 is being removed. Detailed Rationale: The title and the first sentence of the description have been changed to better reflect the course content, which focuses on advanced materials for protective clothing and the properties of these materials. Graduate courses cannot be taken by undergraduate students, so the statement regarding credit for 470 and 570 needs to be removed. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the Undergraduate Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 474 Introduction to Nanotechnologies and Smart Textiles ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0). Students explore opportunities offered by nanotechnologies and smart materials/structures as they relate to textile products. Mechanisms involved, materials used, fabrication processes, properties/performance obtained, and some examples of commercial applications are presented. Challenges encountered with these new technologies are also discussed. Prerequisite: (100 level CHEM or PHYS) and (HECOL 270 or consent of the instructor). Credit will only be given for one of HECOL 474 or 574.

HECOL 474 Introduction to Nanotechnologies and Smart Textiles ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0). Students explore opportunities offered by nanotechnologies and smart materials/structures as they relate to textile products. Mechanisms involved, materials used, fabrication processes, properties/performance obtained, and some examples of commercial applications are presented. Challenges encountered with these new technologies are also discussed. Prerequisite: HECOL 270.


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Proposed by: Patricia Dolez (instructor) and Jane Batcheller (Undergraduate Program Committee Chair) Rationale for Change: The prerequisite of chemistry or physics is not required and is being removed. Because graduate courses cannot be taken by undergraduate students, the statement regarding credit for 474 and 574 is being removed. Detailed Rationale: After the course was given a first time, it was found out that students do not need a prior 100-level CHEM or PHYS course to achieve the course learning objectives so this prerequisite has been removed. Graduate courses cannot be taken by undergraduate students, so the statement regarding credit for 474 and 574 needs to be removed. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the Undergraduate Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 476 Textile Analysis and Care ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-1.5) The causes of deterioration and damage in modern and historic textiles are addressed. Macro and microscopic evidence are combined with theories of fibre degradation and textile soiling to identify the causes of material wear, discoloration and failure during normal use, care and storage. Theory related to the cleaning of textiles will include detergency, bleaching, dry-cleaning and specialized procedures for historical textiles. Prerequisite: HECOL 270. Normally offered in alternate years.

HECOL 476 Textile Analysis and Care ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-1.5) Deterioration and preservation of modern and historical textiles are investigated. Macro and microscopic evidence are combined with theories of fibre degradation and textile soiling to identify the causes of wear, discoloration and failure during the normal use, care and storage of textiles. Theory related to the cleaning of textiles will include detergency, bleaching, dry-cleaning and specialized procedures for historical textiles. Prerequisite: HECOL 270. Normally offered in alternate years.

Proposed by: Jane Batcheller (instructor and Undergraduate Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: The course description is being changed to match the slash course description and to better represent the content of the course. Detailed Rationale: The course description is being changed to include textile preservation as a component of the course and also to ensures that the course description matches that of the slash course HECOL 576. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the Undergraduate Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. New Course HECOL 508 Graduate Intentional Professional Practice

★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) Preparation for human ecology practicum placement. Effective workplace relationships and issues involved in professional practice are explored within the context of being a practicum student. Reflective practice and career development are key concepts of the course. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. Not to be taken if credit received for HECOL 408.

Proposed by: Sherry Ann Chapman (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Graduate Program Co-ordinator). Rationale for Change: This new slash course with HECOL 408 will be recommended for graduate students who are taking a graduate practicum HECOL 613. This course will provide HECOL graduate students with professional development skills that will better prepare them for their practicum experience. Classes in the new course will run concurrently with HECOL 408. As well, the graduate student’s academic supervisor will have a role in the course, as part of their responsibility in supervising the student. Therefore, this course will not require additional resources. Detailed Rationale: Graduate students who take a graduate practicum HECOL 613 currently do not take any preparatory courses to help them prepare for their practicum placement. The level of preparation prior to going into their practicum is dependent on the student, their academic supervisor and expectations set by the practicum placement field supervisor. In the undergraduate program, all students are required to take HECOL 408 prior to their


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practicum placement. Because of this, they are well prepared with knowledge about the organization they will be placed in and potential professional practice issues that may arise during their experience. Incorporating a pre-practicum placement course such as HECOL 508 will better equip our graduate students to have a more successful practicum placement and will ensure better quality and consistency within our graduate practicum course. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 562 Material Culture in Home and Community ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 2-0-3) Framed within the context of theories in human ecology, this course investigates material culture ranging from individual artifacts to community, including local and global environments. The roles and effects of material culture on individual, familial and community living are explored through literature, artifacts and life-stories. These issues are examined through a combination of seminars and group work culminating in an exhibit. Prerequisite: consent of Supervisor and Department.

HECOL 562 Material Culture in Home and Community ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 2-0-3) Framed within the context of theories in human ecology, this course investigates material culture ranging from individual artifacts to community, including local and global environments. The roles and effects of material culture on individual, familial and community living are explored through literature, artifacts and life-stories. These issues are examined through a combination of seminars and group work culminating in an exhibit. Not to be taken if credit received for HECOL 462.

Proposed by: Megan Strickfaden (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair).. Rationale for Change: The prerequisite is no longer considered necessary. The added information about course credits will let students know that they cannot receive credit for both HECOL 462 and 562. Detailed Rationale: This is a slash course and the lecture content of HECOL 462 is the same as HECOL 562. The change will make it clear to students that they cannot receive credit for both courses. Although this course has not been offered for a few years, the GPC and instructors would like to keep it in the calendar. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 565 Material Culture and Design Studies: Methods of Qualitative Analysis ★3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-0) Explores specific qualitative research methods that are used in the field of material culture and design studies. Students collect, examine, and interpret data concerning material culture (including dress) and design (including interior design) in relation to personal and social identities and relevant theories. Credit will only be given for one of HECOL 465 or 565.

HECOL 565 Material Culture and Design Studies: Methods of Qualitative Analysis ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) Explores specific qualitative research approaches, theories, and methods that relate to the fields of material culture and design studies. Students collect, examine, and interpret data concerning people’s relationships with items of material culture (including design). Not to be taken if credit received for HECOL 465.

Proposed by: Arlene Oak (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: The course description has been revised to reflect changes made to the course content as indicated by the instructor. The statement about course credit is being changed to be consistent with other slash courses. Detailed Rationale: The course description has been updated to reflect what’s being offered in the 500-level course as indicated by the instructor. For consistency in the calendar entries for slash courses, a change to the statement regarding course credit is being made. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 569 Material Culture in Practice ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) Explores how human ecological and material culture approaches contribute to the analysis of a range of contemporary issues in design practice.

HECOL 569 Material Culture in Practice ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) Explores how human ecological and material culture approaches contribute to the analysis of a range of contemporary issues in design practice. Not to be taken if credit received for HECOL 469.

Proposed by: Megan Strickfaden (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: The added information about course credits will let students know that they cannot receive credit for both HECOL 469 and 569.


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Detailed Rationale: The statement regarding course credit is being added to all relevant slash courses. The lecture content in HECOL 469 is the same as HECOL 569 and the change will make it clear to students that they cannot receive credit for both courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 570 Topics in Advanced Textile and Apparel Science ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0). Advanced topics in functional textiles and protective clothing are addressed. Resistance of textiles to mechanical, thermal, chemical, biological, and electrical hazards as well as questions of durability and comfort are discussed with an emphasis on current research. The course describes phenomena and mechanisms involved, presents appropriate materials and structures, and depicts the relevant test methods. Credit will only be given for one of HECOL 470 or 570.

HECOL 570 Advanced Materials for Protective Clothing ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0). Students explore advanced materials for protective clothing. Resistance of textiles to mechanical, thermal, chemical, biological, and electrical hazards as well as questions of durability and comfort are discussed with an emphasis on current research. The course describes phenomena and mechanisms involved, presents appropriate materials and structures, and depicts the relevant test methods. Not to be taken if credit received for HECOL 470.

Proposed by: Patricia Dolez (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: The course title and description are being changed to better reflect the course content as indicated by the course instructor. The statement about course credit is being changed to be consistent with other slash courses. Detailed Rationale: The title and the first sentence of the description have been changed to better reflect the course content, which is targeting advanced materials for protective clothing. For consistency in the calendar entries for slash courses, a change to the statement regarding course credit is being made. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 573 Clothing and Materials for Sport and Safety ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-1.5) A human ecological exploration of the selection, use and performance of clothing and materials used for workplace safety protection and sporting/recreational activities. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Normally offered in alternate years.

HECOL 573 Clothing and Materials for Sport and Safety ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-1.5) A human ecological exploration of the selection, use and performance of clothing and materials used for workplace safety protection and sporting/recreational activities. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Normally offered in alternate years. Not to be taken if credit received for HECOL 473.

Proposed by: Rachel McQueen (instructor and Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: This is a slash course and the lecture content is the same as HECOL 473. The added statement makes it clear that students with credit for HECOL 473 cannot receive credit for HECOL 573. Detailed Rationale: The statement regarding course credit is being added to all relevant slash courses. The lecture content in HECOL 473 is the same as HECOL 573 and the change will make it clear to students that they cannot receive credit for both courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 574 Introduction to Nanotechnologies and Smart Textiles ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) Students explore opportunities offered by nanotechnologies and smart materials/structures as they relate to textile products. Mechanisms involved, materials used, fabrication processes, properties/performance obtained, and some examples of commercial applications are presented. Challenges encountered with these new technologies are also discussed. Prerequisite: (100 level CHEM or PHYS)

HECOL 574 Introduction to Nanotechnologies and Smart Textiles ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0). Students explore opportunities offered by nanotechnologies and smart materials/structures as they relate to textile products. Mechanisms involved, materials used, fabrication processes, properties/performance obtained, and some examples of commercial applications are presented. Challenges encountered with these new technologies are also discussed. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor.


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and HECOL 270 or consent of instructor). Credit will only be given for one of HECOL 474 or 574.

Not to be taken if credit received for HECOL 474.

Proposed by: Patricia Dolez (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: The prerequisite of chemistry or physics is not required and is being removed. The statement regarding course credit is being changed to be consistent with other slash courses. Detailed Rationale: After the course was given a first time, it was found out that students do not need a prior 100-level CHEM or PHYS course to achieve the course learning objectives so this prerequisite has been removed. The statement regarding course credit is being added to all relevant slash courses. The lecture content in HECOL 474 is the same as HECOL 574 and the change will make it clear that credit cannot be received for both courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 576 Textile Analysis and Care ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-1.5) The causes of deterioration and damage in modern and historic textiles are addressed. Macro and microscopic evidence are combined with theories of fibre degradation and textile soiling to identify the causes of material wear, discoloration and failure during normal use, care and storage. Theory related to the cleaning of textiles will include detergency, bleaching, dry-cleaning and specialized procedures for historical textiles. Lectures and labs are the same as for HECOL 476, but with additional assignments and evaluation appropriate to graduate studies. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. Normally offered in alternate years.

HECOL 576 Textile Analysis and Care ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-1.5) Deterioration and preservation of modern and historical textiles are investigated. Macro and microscopic evidence are combined with theories of fibre degradation and textile soiling to identify the causes of wear, discoloration and failure during the normal use, care and storage of textiles. Theory related to the cleaning of textiles will include detergency, bleaching, dry-cleaning and specialized procedures for historical textiles. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Normally offered in alternate years. Not to be taken if credit received for HECOL 476.

Proposed by: Jane Batcheller (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: Some changes to the wording of the description were made for clarity. As well, this is a slash course with HECOL 476 and the added statement will let students know they cannot receive credit for both courses. Detailed Rationale: The statement regarding course credit is being added to all relevant slash courses. The lecture content in HECOL 476 is the same as HECOL 576 and the change will make it clear that credit cannot be received for both courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 612 Family Challenges ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) An in-depth exploration of several family challenges (e.g., addiction and homelessness). An introduction to specific intervention approaches related to family challenges.

HECOL 612 Family Challenges ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) An in-depth exploration of several family challenges (e.g., addiction and homelessness). An introduction to specific intervention approaches related to family challenges. Not to be taken if credit received for HECOL 412.

Proposed by: Pushpanjali Dashora (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: This is a slash course with HECOL 412 and the added statement will let students know that they cannot receive credit for both courses. Detailed Rationale: The statement regarding course credit is being added to all relevant slash courses. The lecture content of HECOL 612 is the same as HECOL 412 and the change will make it clear that credit cannot be received for both courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 640 Development and Analysis of Family Policy ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-3s-0) An examination of the elements of policies and policy issues that affect contemporary Canadian families. The elements of

HECOL 640 Development and Analysis of Family Policy ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-3s-0) An examination of the elements of policies and policy issues that affect contemporary Canadian families. The elements of


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policies and policy issues studied include: their origins and underlying ideologies; their institutional frameworks and foundations; and their substance, nature, and impact on families. Prerequisite: HECOL 300 or equivalent.

policies and policy issues studied include: their origins and underlying ideologies; their institutional frameworks and foundations; and their substance, nature, and impact on families. Prerequisite: HECOL 300 or equivalent. Not to be taken if credit received for HECOL 440.

Proposed by: Rhonda Breitkreuz (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: This is a slash course with HECOL 440 and the added statement will let students know that they cannot receive credit for both courses. Detailed Rationale: The statement regarding course credit is being added to all relevant slash courses. The lecture content of HECOL 640 is the same as HECOL 440 and the change will make it clear that credit cannot be received for both courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 661 Perspectives on Material Culture ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-3s-0) A critical analysis of specific issues, theories, and perspectives that influence material culture studies, as a field of research and practice.

HECOL 661 Perspectives on Material Culture and Design Studies ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-3s-0) A critical analysis of specific issues, theories, and perspectives that influence material culture and design studies, as fields of research and practice. This course looks into designed things, from clothing to urban environments, and is focused on supporting students as they explore issues and develop theories connected to their research.

Proposed by: Megan Strickfaden (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: The title has been modified and the description has been updated by the course instructor to better reflect the content of the course. Detailed Rationale: The title has been modified and the content of the description has been elaborated upon by the course instructor to better reflect the content of the course. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 662 Themes in Material Culture ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-3s-0) A range of perspectives and approaches to theory and research as they are used in the field of material culture studies.

HECOL 662 Themes in Material Culture and Design Studies ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-3s-0) An overview of disciplinary themes and approaches to theory and research as they relate to the interdisciplinary fields of material culture and design studies. This course raises issues that are relevant to the study of diverse objects and creative practices, from art to engineering.

Proposed by: Arlene Oak (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: The title has been modified and the course description has been changed by the instructor to better reflect the content of the course. Detailed Rationale: The title has been modified and the content of the description has been updated by the course instructor to better reflect the content of the course. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 664 Fashion and Material Culture: Politics, Economies, Societies, c. 1600-1900 ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-3s-0) Examines the evolution and practice of fashion as a social, economic, political and cultural phenomenon from a cross-cultural perspective. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor.

HECOL 664 Fashion and Material Culture: Politics, Economies, Societies, c. 1600-1900 ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-3s-0) Examines the evolution and practice of fashion as a social, economic, political and cultural phenomenon from a cross-cultural perspective. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. Not to be taken if credit received for HECOL 464.


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Proposed by: Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: This is a slash course with HECOL 464 and the added statement will let students know that they cannot receive credit for both courses. Detailed Rationale: The statement regarding course credit is being added to all relevant slash courses. The lecture content of HECOL 464 is the same as HECOL 664 and the change will make it clear that credit cannot be received for both courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. HECOL 668 Material Culture and Curatorship ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-3s-0) Examines the different ways in which artifacts are interpreted and used in both physical and virtual exhibitions. Discussion of different types of artifacts and institutions, registration processes, collection storage, handling and mounting, documentation and exhibition design.

HECOL 668 Material Culture and Curatorship ★3 (fi 6) (either term, 0-3s-0) Examines the different ways in which artifacts―from the body to the built environment―are interpreted in physical and virtual exhibitions. The course is designed to include a variety of student interests but pieces from the Anne Lambert Clothing and Textiles Collection will serve as preferred artifacts for assignments. Guest lecturers and site visits add to lectures on museum practices such as handling and mounting, storage, registrarial processes, research and exhibition design. Students co-curate an exhibition as part of the course.

Proposed by: Anne Bissonnette (instructor) and Rachel McQueen (Grad Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: The course description has been changed to better convey the breadth of the course and include the exhibition co-curation experiential learning project. Detailed Rationale: The course instructor feels that the current description does not convey the breath of the course and does not include the exhibition co-curation experiential learning project. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019. NU FS 223 The Cultural Ecology of Food and Health ★3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-0) Contemporary dietary patterns, including how food choices are shaped by cultural, social, and economic spheres. The roles of culture and religion as determinants of healthy eating will be highlighted. Prerequisite: NUTR 100 or NU FS 305.

NU FS 223 The Cultural Ecology of Food and Health ★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-0) Overview of contemporary food culture issues. Provides students with insight into a diversity of food cultures and how food is used in religious customs, ceremony, celebrations, nutritional health, and medicinal treatment. Discussion of nutritional indicators associated with dietary practices. Prerequisite: NUTR 100 or NU FS 305.

Proposed by: Noreen Willows (instructor) and Donna Vine (NUFS Program Chair) Rationale for Change: Change of calendar entry to more accurately reflect updated course content. Detailed Rationale: These refinements in course content and calendar description are in alignment with review of other NUFS and NUTR courses in Dietetic Specialization and NUFS general program following accreditation and program review in 2017-18. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by Division Human Nutrition: Jan 10th 2019 Approved by NU FS Program committee: Jan 18th 2019 Endorsed by the Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science on February 8, 2019 NU FS 283 Introduction to Food Engineering ★3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-0-3) Mass and energy balances, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer in food systems. Prerequisites: NU FS 201 or (*3 PHYS and MATH 113 or 114).

NU FS 283 Introduction to Food Engineering ★3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-0-3) Mass and energy balances, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer in food systems. Prerequisites: NU FS 201 or (*3 PHYS and one of MATH 113, 114, 134, 144, or 154).

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Rationale for Change: These changes reflect the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings. Detailed Rationale The Faculty of Science has revised the suite of first year calculus courses. MATH 114 is being replaced by three courses; MATH 134, 144, and 154. The level of calculus taught in the three courses is consistent; the difference between the courses is the applications used in lectures. While one or another of the three courses may be most appropriate for specific ALES programs, the thinking is that any of these three would suffice to meet program requirements and/or course prerequisites. Please note that MATH 113 has not been offered in the last two years. Documentation of Approval/Consultation No formal approval by program committees/departments, given the rationale for the change. However, the change in Science course offerings was discussed at ACC. NU FS 377 Introduction to Nutrition in the Community ★ 3 (fi 6) (either term, 3-0-0) Examination of nutritional problems in contemporary communities. Community nutrition seeks to improve diets and nutritional status of whole populations by working at the community, provincial, national and international levels. Discussion of nutrition programs and resources. Credit will only be given for one of NU FS 377 and 477. Prerequisite: (NU FS 223 or 323) and (NU FS 305 or NUTR 301). May contain alternative delivery sections: refer to the Fees Payment Guide in the University Regulations and Information for Students section of the Calendar.

NU FS 377 Introduction to Nutrition in the Community ★ 3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-0-0) Community nutrition is the application of public health principles to design programs, interventions, policies and environments that aim to achieve the optimal health of populations and targeted groups. The course will introduce students to concepts used in the fields of community, public health and global nutrition including the principles of population health, health promotion, nutrition education, cultural competency, and program planning and evaluation. Prerequisite: NU FS 223 and (NU FS 305 or NUTR 301). May contain alternative delivery sections: refer to the Fees Payment Guide in the University Regulations and Information for Students section of the Calendar.

Proposed by: Noreen Willows (instructor) and Donna Vine (NUFS Program Chair) Rationale for Change: Change of calendar entry to more accurately reflect updated course content and course is only offered in the winter term. Detailed Rationale: These refinements in course content and calendar description are in alignment with review of other NUFS and NUTR courses in Dietetic Specialization and NUFS general program following accreditation and program review in 2017-18. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by Division Human Nutrition: Jan 10th 2019 Approved by NU FS Program committee: Jan 18th 2019 Endorsed by the Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science on February 8, 2019 NU FS 361 Food Microbiology ★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-3) Environmental factors affecting the growth, activity and destruction of microorganisms in food and their application to control foodborne illness and spoilage in the food processing and food service industries. Given concurrently with NU FS 363, not open to students with credit in NU FS 363. Limited registration. Preference will be given to students in the Food Science and Technology major. Prerequisite: MICRB 265.

NU FS 361 Food Microbiology ★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-3) Environmental factors affecting the growth, activity and destruction of microorganisms in food and their application to control foodborne illness and spoilage in the food processing and food service industries. Given concurrently with NU FS 363, not open to students with credit in NU FS 363. Prerequisite: MICRB 265.

Proposed by: Lynn McMullen and Michael Gänzle (Div FS&T) Rationale for Change: Change of calendar entry to reflect program change in 2015 (previously, the Food Science Technology Major in the NU FS program required the course). Currently, students in the Honors Food Science program and the Food Science and Technology Specialization require the course. Detailed Rationale: This change is house-keeping to keep calendar entries current with program requirements.


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Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Sent to Food Science and Technology Division on Sept 13th 2018 Approved by Food Science and Technology Division Jan 6th 2019 Approved by NU FS Program committee Jan 7th 2019 Endorsed by the Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science on February 8, 2019 New Course PL SC 310 Insect Pests in Cropping Systems

★3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-3) Introduction to the principles and practices of insect management within cropping systems, with emphasis on insect management in western Canadian field crops. Topics include methods of sampling and monitoring, monitoring and forecasting methods, estimating yield losses, economic thresholds, role of beneficial insects and integrated pest management strategies. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Proposed by: Linda Hall (Instructor) and Jocelyn Ozga (Division Director, Plant Biosystems) Rationale for Change: An entomologist has been hired with a research focus on insect pests in western Canada who can provide a course for the Crop Science major. Detailed Rationale: With the hiring of an entomologist in AFNS, we are now able to offer this core pest course on insect pests of Western Canadian cropping systems starting in 2020-2021. This course will be one of three courses on pests and pest management Crop Science majors are required to complete 2 or 3 classes. Therefore this class needs to be included as an APE for Crop Science majors. This course was offered a few years ago, but due to the loss of the instructor, the course was subsequently deleted instead of being placed on the Reserve List. We now have an instructor to teach this course (new hire) and he has been consulted on the course content for the calendar entry. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Endorsed by Plant Biosystems group, Dec 14, 2019; endorsed by the Agriculture and Animal Health Program Committee on February 1, 2019; endorsed by the Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science on February 8, 2019. REN R 215 Forest Measurements ★3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-0-3) Principles and practices of measuring and estimating present and future fibre production of forest communities, including applications of statistics, sampling techniques, regression analysis, and computer programming. Prerequisites: MATH 113 or 114, and *3 of statistics. Co-requisite: REN R 110. Credit may be obtained for only one of REN R 215 or FOR 210. Requires payment of additional student instructional support fees. Refer to the Fees Payment Guide in the University Regulations and Information for Students section of the Calendar.

REN R 215 Forest Measurements ★3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-0-3) Principles and practices of measuring and estimating present and future fibre production of forest communities, including applications of statistics, sampling techniques, regression analysis, and computer programming. Prerequisites: one of MATH 113, 114, 134, 144, or 154, and *3 of statistics. Co-requisite: REN R 110. Credit may be obtained for only one of REN R 215 or FOR 210. Requires payment of additional student instructional support fees. Refer to the Fees Payment Guide in the University Regulations and Information for Students section of the Calendar.

Proposed by: Scott Jeffrey (Associate Dean, Academic) Rationale for Change: These changes reflect the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings. Detailed Rationale The Faculty of Science has revised the suite of first year calculus courses. MATH 114 is being replaced by three courses; MATH 134, 144, and 154. The level of calculus taught in the three courses is consistent; the difference between the courses is the applications used in lectures. While one or another of the three courses may be most appropriate for specific ALES programs, the thinking is that any of these three would suffice to meet program requirements and/or course prerequisites. Please note that MATH 113 has not been offered in the last two years. Documentation of Approval/Consultation No formal approval by program committees/departments, given the rationale for the change. However, the change in Science course offerings was discussed at ACC. REN R 321 Tree Physiology REN R 321 Tree Physiology


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★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-3) Study of physiological processes in trees. Emphasis on primary and secondary metabolism, gas exchange, transport processes, growth, and environmental effects. *3 Chemistry and one of BIOL 107 or PL SC 221 are strongly recommended.

★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-3) Study of physiological processes in trees. Emphasis on primary and secondary metabolism, gas exchange, transport processes, growth, and environmental effects. Prerequisite: ★60. CHEM 101 and (BIOL 107 or PL SC 221) recommended.

Proposed by: Miles Dyck (Associate Chair, Undergraduate) Rationale for Change: The pre-requisites for this course have been changed. Detailed Rationale: Students with *60 are more likely to have the recommended background or at least be motivated to make up for deficiencies in their background during the course. *60 is added so Bear Tracks will restrict registration to third year students. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by REN R Department council via email vote, February 28, 2019, and endorsed by the ENCS/Forestry Program Committee. REN R 333 Wetland Sciences and Management ★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-3) The course includes an introduction to the hydrology, biogeochemistry and ecology of wetland ecosystems. Topics covered include wetland classifications, geomorphic settings, distributions, functions and ecosystem services. Human use, alteration and management of wetlands are examined. An emphasis is placed on wetlands and wetland management in Western Canada, including boreal peatlands and prairie marshes. A full day field trip on a Saturday is required. Prerequisite: BIOL 208 or EAS 201, or consent of instructor. Credit will only be given for one of REN R 333 and BIOL 333.

REN R 333 Wetland Sciences and Management ★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-3) The course includes an introduction to the hydrology, biogeochemistry and ecology of wetland ecosystems. Topics covered include wetland classifications, geomorphic settings, distributions, functions and ecosystem services. Human use, alteration and management of wetlands are examined. An emphasis is placed on wetlands and wetland management in Western Canada, including boreal peatlands and prairie marshes. A full day field trip on a Saturday is required. Prerequisite: BIOL 208 or EAS 201, or consent of instructor. Credit will only be given for one of REN R 333 and BIOL 333. Requires payment of additional student instructional support fees. Refer to the Fees Payment Guide in the University Regulations and Information for Students section of the Calendar.

Proposed by: Miles Dyck (Associate Chair, Undergraduate) Rationale for Change: The course description has been changed to indicate that fees are charged for the required field trip. Detailed Rationale: Two field trips are essential for students to visit local wetland sites to collect data for laboratory analysis. One field trip takes place on a Saturday in September (all day) and the second field trip is during lab/lecture time slot in October. A field trip fee for this this course will offset the cost of transportation fees associated with these field trips. Please add some information about the timeline: when did this course change such that fees were required and why? This is a new course since 2016, and until now the Departments have been covering the field trip costs? APC has approved the request to charge extra fees. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by REN R Department council via email vote, February 28, 2019, and endorsed by the ENCS/Forestry Program Committee. REN R 440 Disturbance Ecology Fundamentals ★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-1s-0) This course will cover various aspects of disturbance ecology, including concepts of disturbance frequency, severity, intensity; ecological resilience and resistance and ecosystem responses to and recovery from disturbance. Students will define what a disturbance is and critically evaluate disturbance types and their characteristics in different ecosystems and their implications for conservation, sustainability of ecosystems, and application to reclamation / restoration.

REN R 440 Disturbance Ecology Fundamentals ★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 2-1s-0) This course will cover various aspects of disturbance ecology, including concepts of disturbance frequency, severity, intensity; ecological resilience and resistance and ecosystem responses to and recovery from disturbance. Students will define what a disturbance is and critically evaluate disturbance types and their characteristics in different ecosystems and their implications for conservation, sustainability of ecosystems, and application to reclamation / restoration.


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Prerequisites: *60 and BIOL 208. Prerequisites: *60 and BIOL 208. Proposed by: Miles Dyck (Associate Chair, Undergraduate) and Nadir Erbilgin (Instructor) Rationale for Change: Proposed to more accurately reflect how the course is delivered – 2 hours of lecture plus 1 hour seminar. Detailed Rationale: The course has three lecture hours, but since the lectures on Fridays are in a discussion format, considering the large class size (over 40), the discussions are split into two sessions and offered as 1-hour seminars: 9:00-9:50 and 10:00-10:50, so that each session has a smaller group of students (20 each). Depending on their schedules, students should pick one of these sessions on Fridays and should register for it, in addition to attending the lectures on M and W. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by REN R Department council via email vote, February 28, 2019, and endorsed by the ENCS/Forestry Program Committee. REN R 495 Land Reclamation ★ 6 (fi 12) (second term, 6-6.5s-0) Principles, practices, and philosophy of reclamation of degraded lands. Team based land reclamation project required. Should be taken in students’ last year as the Capstone Course for the Land Reclamation Major. Prerequisites: *90 including introductory courses in soil science, hydrology, ecology, and vegetation science; and REN R 307 or ENCS 307 or equivalent; and *3 in vegetation science at the 300-or 400-level and *6 in soil science at the 300-or 400-level. Prerequisites or corequisites: *3 in vegetation science at the 300-or 400-level; and *3 in soil science at the 300- or 400-level; and REN R 482 or ENCS 455. ENCS 406 recommended. Note: This course is not open to anyone who has taken REN R 475 or 485.

REN R 495 Land Reclamation ★ 3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-3s-0) Principles, practices, and philosophy of reclamation of degraded lands. Team based land reclamation project required. Prerequisites: *90 including introductory courses in soil science, hydrology, ecology, and vegetation science; and REN R 307 or ENCS 307 or equivalent; and *3 in vegetation science at the 300-or 400-level and *6 in soil science at the 300-or 400-level. Prerequisites or corequisites: *3 in vegetation science at the 300-or 400-level; and *3 in soil science at the 300- or 400-level; and REN R 482 or ENCS 455. ENCS 406 recommended.

Proposed by: Ellen Macdonald (Chair of the Department of Renewable Resources) Rationale for Change: Making the capstone course *3 will create uniformity among the ENCS majors, since all others have a *3 capstone. Detailed Rationale: The original instructor for the *6 version of the capstone is no longer available to teach this course, resulting in the need for a sessional instructor, a situation which is not sustainable. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by the Program Committee on February 5, 2019. Endorsed by REN R Department council via email vote, February 28, 2019, and endorsed by the ENCS/Forestry Program Committee on Feb. 5, 2019. REN R 501 Topics in Renewable Resources ★ 3-6 (variable) (either term, variable) Directed study in the multiple aspects of renewable resources. Open to fourth year or graduate students upon consent of instructor.

REN R 501 Topics in Renewable Resources ★ 1-6 (variable) (either term, variable) Directed study in the multiple aspects of renewable resources. Open to fourth year or graduate students upon consent of instructor.

Proposed by: Ellen MacDonald (Chair) and Miles Dyck (Associate Chair, Undergraduate) Rationale for Change: Changing the possible number of credit hours in REN R 501 from 3-6 to 1-6, to facilitate the offering of short courses on special topics possibly including, but not limited to statistics, experimental design, measurement methods or equipment. Detailed Rationale: This change is intended facilitate the: 1) piloting new courses in development before formally creating a new course; and 2) the offering of graduate-level material in a short-course format (i.e., specific field methods, lab methods or statistical methods). Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Endorsed by Department of REN R Department Council, January 29, 2019 and endorsed by the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies and Research.


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REN R 532 Disturbance Ecology Fundamentals ★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-1s-0) This course will cover various aspects of disturbance ecology, including concepts of disturbance frequency, severity, intensity; ecological resilience and resistance and ecosystem responses to and recovery from disturbance. Students will define what a disturbance is and critically evaluate disturbance types and their characteristics in different ecosystems and their implications for conservation, sustainability of ecosystems, and application to reclamation/restoration. Not available for students with credit in REN R 440 or REN R 732.

REN R 532 Disturbance Ecology ★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 2-1s-0) This course will cover various aspects of disturbance ecology, including concepts of disturbance frequency, severity, intensity; ecological resilience and resistance and ecosystem responses to and recovery from disturbance. Students will define what a disturbance is and critically evaluate disturbance types and their characteristics in different ecosystems and their implications for conservation, sustainability of ecosystems, and application to reclamation/restoration. Not available for students with credit in REN R 440 or REN R 732.

Proposed by: Miles Dyck (Associate Chair, Undergraduate) and Nadir Erbilgin (Instructor) Rationale for Change: Proposed to more accurately reflect how the course is delivered – 2 hours of lecture plus 1 hour seminar. Detailed Rationale: The course has three lecture hours, but since the lectures on Fridays are in a discussion format, considering the large class size (over 40), the discussions are split into two sessions and offered as 1-hour seminars: 9:00-9:50 and 10:00-10:50, so that each session has a smaller group of students (20 each). Depending on their schedules, students should pick one of these sessions on Fridays and should register for it, in addition to attending the lectures on M and W. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Approved by REN R Department council via email vote, February 28, 2019, and endorsed by the ENCS/Forestry Program Committee. New Course REN R 566 Parks, Ecology, and Society

★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-0) An overview of the diversity of management practices among protected areas, including national and provincial parks, interpreted in the context of the ongoing development of ecological science and environmentalism. Prerequisite: REN R 260. REN R 364 recommended. Not to be taken if credit received for REN R 462 or 766.

Proposed by: John Acorn (instructor) Rationale for Change: A replacement for the current 700-level offering, allowing this course to go toward the 500- level thesis-based MSc course requirements. Detailed Rationale: Due to lack of graduate courses available for thesis-based students, the Department encouraged instructors to convert 400/700-level slash courses to 400/500-level slash courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Conversions of 400/700-level slash courses to 400/500-level slash courses have been approved in principle at the REN R Department Council Nov 20, 2017. A syllabus distinguishing the graduate and undergraduate learning goals and grading schemes has been submitted to the Department Chair and Graduate Coordinator for review. New Course REN R 567 Environmental Interpretation and Science

Communication ★ 3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-0-0) An overview of theories and methods of communication, as applied to environmental topics and general audiences. Includes discussion of environmental interpretation, science communication, audio-visual communication, and media skills. Not to be taken if credit received for REN R 467 or 764.


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Proposed by: John Acorn (instructor) Rationale for Change: A replacement for the current 700-level offering, allowing this course to go toward the 500- level thesis-based MSc course requirements. Detailed Rationale: Due to lack of graduate courses available for thesis-based students, the Department encouraged instructors to convert 400/700-level slash courses to 400/500-level slash courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Conversions of 400/700-level slash courses to 400/500-level slash courses have been approved in principle at the REN R Department Council Nov 20, 2017. A syllabus distinguishing the graduate and undergraduate learning goals and grading schemes has been submitted to the Department Chair and Graduate Coordinator for review. REN R 764 Environmental Interpretation and Science Communication ★ 3 (fi 6) (second term, 3-0-0) An overview of theories and methods of communication, as applied to environmental topics and general audiences. Includes discussion of environmental interpretation, science communication, audio-visual communication, and media skills. Not available for students with credit in REN R 467 or ENCS 467. Available only to students in MAg, MBA/MAg, MF, or MBA/MF, or by consent of Department.

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Proposed by: John Acorn (instructor) Rationale for Change: As currently numbered, thesis-based MSc students can’t take this course for credit. This course will replaced with a 500-level offering for thesis-based MSc programs. Detailed Rationale: Due to lack of graduate courses available for thesis-based students, the Department encouraged instructors to convert 400/700-level slash courses to 400/500-level slash courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Conversions of 400/700-level slash courses to 400/500-level slash courses have been approved in principle at the REN R Department Council Nov 20, 2017. REN R 766 Parks, Ecology, and Society ★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-0) An overview of the diversity of management practices among protected areas, including national and provincial parks, interpreted in the context of the ongoing development of ecological science and environmentalism. Prerequisite: REN R 260 or ENCS 260. REN R 364 or ENCS 364 recommended. Not available for students with credit in REN R 462 or ENCS 462. Available only to students in MAg, MBA/MAg, MF, or MBA/MF, or by consent of Department.

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Proposed by: John Acorn (instructor) Rationale for Change: As currently numbered, thesis-based MSc students can’t take this course for credit. This course will replaced with a 500-level offering for thesis-based MSc programs. Detailed Rationale: Due to lack of graduate courses available for thesis-based students, the Department encouraged instructors to convert 400/700-level slash courses to 400/500-level slash courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Conversions of 400/700-level slash courses to 400/500-level slash courses have been approved in principle at the REN R Department Council Nov 20, 2017. WKEXP 984 Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences Work Experience IV ★ 0 (fi 1) (either term or Spring/Summer, unassigned) A four-month work placement for Faculty of Agricultural,

WKEXP 984 Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences Work Experience IV ★ 0 (fi 1) (either term or Spring/Summer, unassigned) A four-month work placement for Faculty of Agricultural,


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Life and Environmental Sciences students. The work experience provides the student with exposure to the practical application of their specialization and the general work environment. Prerequisite: consent of the Faculty.

Life and Environmental Sciences students. The work experience provides the student with exposure to the practical application of their specialization and the general work environment.

Proposed by: Jim Bohun (Assistant Dean, Academic and Student Programs) Rationale for Change: Updating course description to maintain consistency among our WKEXP courses. This course is closed to web registration. A note is placed in Bear Tracks that indicates who to contact for registration assistance. WKEXP 985 Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences Work Experience V ★ 0 (fi 1) (either term or Spring/Summer, unassigned) A four-month work placement for Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences students. The work experience provides the student with exposure to the practical application of their specialization and the general work environment. Prerequisite: consent of the Faculty.

WKEXP 985 Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences Work Experience V ★ 0 (fi 1) (either term or Spring/Summer, unassigned) A four-month work placement for Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences students. The work experience provides the student with exposure to the practical application of their specialization and the general work environment.

Proposed by: Jim Bohun (Assistant Dean, Academic and Student Programs) Rationale for Change: Updating course description to maintain consistency among our WKEXP courses. This course is closed to web registration. A note is placed in Bear Tracks that indicates who to contact for registration assistance. WKEXP 986 Food Science and Technology Work Experience ★ 3 (fi 6) (either term or Spring/Summer, unassigned) A four-month work placement for students in the Food Science and Technology Specialization of the BSc Nutrition and Food Science Program. The work experience provides the student with exposure to the practical application of their specialization and the general work environment. Prerequisite: consent of the Faculty.

WKEXP 986 Food Science and Technology Work Experience ★ 3 (fi 6) (either term or Spring/Summer, unassigned) A four-month work placement for students in the Food Science and Technology Specialization of the BSc Nutrition and Food Science Program. The work experience provides the student with exposure to the practical application of their specialization and the general work environment.

Proposed by: Jim Bohun (Assistant Dean, Academic and Student Programs) Rationale for Change: Updating course description to maintain consistency among our WKEXP courses. This course is closed to web registration. A note is placed in Bear Tracks that indicates who to contact for registration assistance. New Course

WKEXP 987 ALES Work Experience ★ 3 (fi 6) (either term or Spring/Summer, unassigned) A four-month work placement for students in the ALES Internship. The work experience provides the student with exposure to the practical application of their specialization and the general work environment. Requires assessable work to be eligible for credit.

Proposed by: Jim Bohun (Assistant Dean, Academic and Student Programs) Rationale for Change: Currently a *3 WKEXP course exists for students in the Food Science and Technology Specialization. This course was created to allow the possibility of a for credit WKEXP course to be used by other programs/majors where warranted.


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BSc Honors in Food Science Year 1 … • ★6 ENGL OR • ★3 ENGL AND ★3 WRS

• MATH 114 -OR • MATH 134

• NU FS 100 • STAT 151 • ★3 Free Elective

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BSc Honors in Food Science Year 1 … • ★6 ENGL OR • ★3 ENGL AND ★3 WRS


★3 from • MATH 134 • MATH 144 • MATH 154

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Proposed by: Scott Jeffrey (Associate Dean, Academic) Rationale for Change: These changes reflect the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings. Detailed Rationale The Faculty of Science has revised the suite of first year calculus courses. MATH 114 is being replaced by three courses; MATH 134, 144, and 154. The level of calculus taught in the three courses is consistent; the difference between the courses is the applications used in lectures. While one or another of the three courses may be most appropriate for specific ALES programs, the thinking is that any of these three would suffice to meet program requirements and/or course prerequisites. Please note that MATH 113 has not been offered in the last two years. Documentation of Approval/Consultation No formal approval by program committees/departments, given the rationale for the change. However, the change in Science course offerings was discussed at ACC. BSc Nutrition and Food Science, General Program Year 1 … ★3 from (see Note 1) • AN SC 100 • ANTHR 101 • AREC 173 • ECON 101 • HE ED 110 • HECOL 100


• PSYCO 104 • SOC 100

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BSc Nutrition and Food Science, General Program Year 1 … ★3 from (see Note 1) • AN SC 100 • ANTHR 101 • AREC 173 • ECON 101 • HE ED 110 • HECOL 100 • MATH 134 • MATH 144 • MATH 154 • PSYCO 104 • SOC 100

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Proposed by: Scott Jeffrey (Associate Dean, Academic) Rationale for Change: These changes reflect the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings. Detailed Rationale: Please refer to the detailed rationale posted for a similar entry in the BSc Honors in Food Science.

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BSc Nutrition and Food Science, Food Science and Technology Specialization Year 1 … • ★6 ENGL OR • ★3 ENGL AND ★3 WRS



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BSc Nutrition and Food Science, Food Science and Technology Specialization Year 1 … • ★6 ENGL OR • ★3 ENGL AND ★3 WRS



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Proposed by: Scott Jeffrey (Associate Dean, Academic) Rationale for Change: These changes reflect the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings. Detailed Rationale: Please refer to the detailed rationale posted for a similar entry in the BSc Honors in Food Science. BSc in Agricultural/Food Business Management Requirements of the BSc in Agricultural/Food Business Management Program (★99) … • ECON 281 • ECON 282 • FIN 301 • MARK 301


• ★21 Approved Program Electives (see Note 2) • ★12 Free Electives • ★3 Capstone Course (see the note under each major

below) …

BSc in Agricultural/Food Business Management Requirements of the BSc in Agricultural/Food Business Management Program (★99) … • ECON 281 • ECON 282 • FIN 301 • MARK 301

• ★21 Approved Program Electives (see Note 2) • ★12 Free Electives • ★3 Capstone Course (see the note under each major

below) ★3 from • MATH 134 • MATH 144 • MATH 154

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Proposed by: Scott Jeffrey (Associate Dean, Academic) Rationale for Change: These changes reflect the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings. Detailed Rationale: Please refer to the detailed rationale posted for a similar entry in the BSc Honors in Food Science. BSc in Agriculture Requirements of the BSc in Agriculture Program Core (★39)

BSc in Agriculture Requirements of the BSc in Agriculture Program Core (★39)










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… • ★3 ENGL • ALES 204 • AN SC 101 • AREC 200 • ECON 101 • MATH 114 -OR • MATH 134

• PL SC 221 • REN R 210 • STAT 151 • ★6 Free Electives • ★3 Capstone Course (see note under each major)

★3 from • BIOL 107 • BIOL 108 • BIOL 207 • BIOL 208

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… • ★3 ENGL • ALES 204 • AN SC 101 • AREC 200 • ECON 101 • PL SC 221 • REN R 210 • STAT 151 • ★6 Free Electives • ★3 Capstone Course (see note under each major)

★3 from • BIOL 107 • BIOL 108 • BIOL 207 • BIOL 208


… Proposed by: Scott Jeffrey (Associate Dean, Academic) Rationale for Change: These changes reflect the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings. Detailed Rationale: Please refer to the detailed rationale posted for a similar entry in the BSc Honors in Food Science. BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences/BA in Native Studies Combined Degrees Requirements of the BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences Program Core (★63) … • AREC 365 • BIOL 108 • BIOL 208 • CHEM 101 • ECON 101


• PL SC 221 • R SOC 375

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BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences/BA in Native Studies Combined Degrees Requirements of the BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences Program Core (★63) … • AREC 365 • BIOL 108 • BIOL 208 • CHEM 101 • ECON 101 • PL SC 221 • R SOC 375 • R SOC 410

… ★3 from • MATH 134 • MATH 144 • MATH 154

… Proposed by: Scott Jeffrey (Associate Dean, Academic) Rationale for Change: These changes reflect the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings.






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Detailed Rationale: Please refer to the detailed rationale posted for a similar entry in the BSc Honors in Food Science. BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences Requirements of the BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences Program Core (★69) … • MATH 114 -OR • MATH 134

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BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences Requirements of the BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences Program Core (★69) … • R SOC 375 • STAT 151 • ★ 9 Free Electives (see Note)


Proposed by: Scott Jeffrey (Associate Dean, Academic) Rationale for Change: The math proposal reflects the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings. Detailed Rationale: Please refer to the detailed rationale posted for a similar entry in the BSc Honors in Food Science. BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences BSc Major Requirements Conservation Biology Major Requirements of the Major (★51) ★3 from • REN R 468 • REN R 469 • REN R 480

BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences BSc Major Requirements Conservation Biology Major Requirements of the Major (★51) ★3 from • REN R 469 • REN R 476 • REN R 480

Proposed by: John Acorn (Chair of the ENCS/Forestry Program Committee) Rationale for Change: REN R 468 is only offered in the Yukon, and both REN R 469 (a reinstated course) and REN R 476 provide significant quantitative content. This category of courses is intended to ensure that students in the major develop sufficient quantitative skills. Detailed Rationale: This calendar change, in what we informally refer to as “the quantitative category,” is a formalization of the options that have been provided recently through ALES Student Services. Both the Program Committee, and the Department of Renewable Resources have identified the teaching of quantitative skills as a priority for our students. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Endorsed in principle by the Program Committee on October 30, 2017, before the reinstatement of REN R 469, as part of an ongoing discussion of quantitative requirements. BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences BSc Major Requirements Land Reclamation Major

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Requirements of the Major (*51) … • ★6 Capstone Course (REN R 495)

BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences BSc Major Requirements Land Reclamation Major [ALES]

… Requirements of the Major (*51) … • ★3 Capstone Course (REN R 495)





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• ★15 Approved Program Electives ...

• ★18 Approved Program Electives …

Proposed by: John Acorn (Chair of the ENCS/Forestry Program Committee) Rationale for Change: Making the capstone course *3 will create uniformity among the ENCS majors, since all others have a *3 capstone. As well, since the Land Reclamation Major is quite tightly prescribed, making an additional *3 available for APEs will give students greater flexibility in their programs. Detailed Rationale: The original instructor for the *6 version of the capstone is no longer available to teach this course, resulting in the need for a sessional instructor, a situation which is not sustainable. The additional APE should form part of the Category 4 ("Other") Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Endorsed by the Program Committee on February 5, 2019. Endorsed by electronic vote by REN R Department Council, Feb. 28, 2019 BSc in Fashion Business Management Requirements (★120): … • MARK 301 • MARK 320 • MARK 432 • MARK 468


• OM 352 • SMO 301 • STAT 151

BSc in Fashion Business Management Requirements (★120): … • MARK 301 • MARK 320 • MARK 432 • MARK 468 • OM 352 • SMO 301 • STAT 151


Proposed by: Scott Jeffrey (Associate Dean, Academic) Rationale for Change: These changes reflect the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings. Detailed Rationale: Please refer to the detailed rationale posted for a similar entry in the BSc Honors in Food Science. BSc in Forest Business Management Requirements of the BSc in Forest Business Management Program Core (★120) … • FIN 301 • FOREC 345 • FOREC 473 • MARK 301


… • ★3 Free Electives • ★6 400-level Approved Program Electives from the

Faculty of Business • ★3 Capstone Course (see Note 2)

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BSc in Forest Business Management Requirements of the BSc in Forest Business Management Program Core (★120) … • FIN 301 • FOREC 345 • FOREC 473 • MARK 301

… • ★3 Free Electives • ★6 400-level Approved Program Electives from the

Faculty of Business • ★3 Capstone Course (see Note 2)











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Proposed by: Scott Jeffrey (Associate Dean, Academic) Rationale for Change: These changes reflect the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings. Detailed Rationale: Please refer to the detailed rationale posted for a similar entry in the BSc Honors in Food Science. BSc in Forestry Requirements of the BSc in Forestry Program (★120) … • ECON 101 • FOREC 345 • FOREC 473


… • ★15 Approved Program Electives • ★12 Free Electives • ★3 Capstone Course

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BSc in Forestry Requirements of the BSc in Forestry Program (★120) … • ECON 101 • FOREC 345 • FOREC 473

… • ★15 Approved Program Electives • ★12 Free Electives • ★3 Capstone Course


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Proposed by: Scott Jeffrey (Associate Dean, Academic) Rationale for Change: These changes reflect the changes made by the Faculty of Science in calculus course offerings. Detailed Rationale: Please refer to the detailed rationale posted for a similar entry in the BSc Honors in Food Science. BSc in Human Ecology BSc Major Requirements Family Science Major The Family Science major provides students with the opportunity to learn about family strengths, issues, prevention and intervention techniques across the life span. Some areas that will be covered are parent-child relationships, family relations, community diversity, community development, sexuality, family challenges, aging, and family finances. Graduates will work in jobs such as program coordinators, career counselors, family support workers, credit counselors, retirement planners, life skills educators, and community programmers. Requirements of the Major (*57) • HECOL 210 • HECOL 211 • HECOL 214 • HECOL 301 • HECOL 310 • HECOL 313 • HECOL 315

BSc in Human Ecology BSc Major Requirements Family Science Major The Family Science major provides students with the opportunity to learn about family strengths, issues, prevention and intervention techniques across the life span. Some areas that will be covered are parent-child relationships, family relations, community diversity, community development, sexuality, family challenges, aging, and family finances. Graduates will work in jobs such as program coordinators, career counselors, family support workers, credit counselors, retirement planners, life skills educators, and community programmers. Requirements of the Major (*57) • HECOL 201 • HECOL 210 • HECOL 211 • HECOL 301 • HECOL 313 • HECOL 315 • HECOL 321








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• HECOL 321 • HECOL 322 • PSYCO 223 • SOC 271 ★12 from • HECOL 412 • HECOL 413 • HECOL 415 • HECOL 440 • HECOL 443

★12 Approved Program Electives

To see courses listed in the approved program electives, please go to ales.ualberta.ca.

• HECOL 322 • HECOL 410 • HECOL 412 • HECOL 415 • HECOL 440 • PSYCO 223 • SOC 271 ★3 from • NS 110 • NS 111 • NS 200 • NS 201

★12 Approved Program Electives

To see courses listed in the approved program electives, please go to ales.ualberta.ca.

Proposed by: Jane Batcheller (Undergraduate Program Committee Chair). Rationale for Change: Budget constraints: We have had to eliminate a vacant tenure track position, and as such have one fewer faculty member to teach Family Science courses. In addition, too many courses in the Family Science major have been routinely taught by sessional instructors, which we can no longer afford. Detailed Rationale: Due to budget constraints we have had to eliminate a vacant tenure-track position in Aging. With only one faculty member in the Aging area, we do not have the capacity to offer two undergraduate courses in Aging. Thus, HECOL 214 will no longer be offered in the Family Science major. We will maintain HECOL 415 because the focus on Aging and Families is unique on campus. HECOL 443 has been taught by a sessional instructor for at least 20 years and there are no current faculty members in Human Ecology with the requisite knowledge to teach it. HECOL 413 is the senior-level counseling course we have been offering. HECOL 315 is the junior-level counseling course. It has been taught by a sessional instructor for the past 5 years, which we can no longer afford. Because we have two counselling courses (HECOL 315 and 413), we will continue to offer HECOL 315 but no longer offer HECOL 413 as a required course in the Family Science major. Please see proposed course changes for rationale about HECOL 310 becoming a 400-level course. Also the inclusion of a *3 Native Studies course into the core requirements of the Family Science major provides the students with additional opportunities to achieve the ALES learning outcomes, in particular the outcome “to appreciate the legitimacy and value of diverse knowledge, including indigenous and culturally-specific knowledge”. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Faculty members who teach in the Family Science major agreed to the proposed changes on January 21, 2019. Approved by the Undergraduate Program Committee on Feb 1, 2019 and HECOL Department Council on Feb 12, 2019.


http://ales.ualberta.ca/


http://ales.ualberta.ca/


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Pre-Veterinary Medicine Pre-Veterinary Medicine at the University of Alberta is intended to allow the student to meet the entry requirements of either the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine or the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan. Application may be made to veterinary programs once requirements are met, after two or more years of study. There may be restrictions on admission to the veterinary schools, including quotas, based on provincial residency and citizenship status. For detailed information on residence policy and admissions procedures, contact the Admissions Office of the veterinary schools. Students may complete the requirements of Pre-Veterinary Medicine while registered in the BSc Agriculture Program (Animal Science major) or the BSc Animal Health Program (any major).

Pre-Veterinary Medicine Pre-Veterinary Medicine at the University of Alberta is intended to allow the student to meet the entry requirements of the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) as well as other veterinary schools. Students apply to their chosen veterinary program once admission requirements are met, usually after two or more years of study. Each veterinary school may have admission restrictions, including quotas, based on provincial residency and citizenship status. For detailed information on residence policy and admissions procedures, contact the Admissions Office of the desired veterinary school. Pre-Veterinary Medicine students register in the BSc Agriculture Program (Animal Science major) or the BSc Animal Health Program (any major). Specialized advising will be provided to Pre-Veterinary Medicine students.

Proposed by: Jim Bohun (Assistant Dean, Academic Programs) Rationale for Change: Alberta no longer has an agreement with WCVM, so reference is removed. Edited for clarity. Proposed by: John Acorn (instructor) Rationale for Change: A replacement for the current 700-level offering, allowing this course to go toward the 500- level thesis-based MSc course requirements. Detailed Rationale: Due to lack of graduate courses available for thesis-based students, the Department encouraged instructors to convert 400/700-level slash courses to 400/500-level slash courses. Documentation of Approval/Consultation: Conversions of 400/700-level slash courses to 400/500-level slash courses have been approved in principle at the REN R Department Council Nov 20, 2017. A syllabus distinguishing the graduate and undergraduate learning goals and grading schemes has been submitted to the Department Chair and Graduate Coordinator for review.

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