CEGEP JOHN ABBOTT COLLEGE MISSION AND STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

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ABOUT JOHN ABBOTT COLLEGE
Named after Sir John Abbott, Canada's third prime minister, the College primarily serves Montreal's
West Island community, although you can also meet students here from other parts of Quebec and
Canada. Located in historic Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, on the western tip of the Island of Montreal, John
Abbott’s distinctive red brick buildings and magnificent campus were originally deeded to McGill
University in 1906 by wealthy industrialist Sir William Macdonald.
Established in 1971, John Abbott offers five pre-university and eleven career programs, including
Quebec’s only English-language CEGEP training in Pre-Hospital Emergency Care, Dental Hygiene,
Information and Library Technologies, Engineering Technologies, Police Technology, and Youth and
Adult Correctional Intervention. Over 5000 students are enrolled in the Day Division and another 2000
in Continuing Education. Only a half hour drive from downtown Montreal, the College is easily
accessible by city bus or commuter train.
CEGEP JOHN ABBOTT COLLEGE
MISSION AND STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
WE ARE COMMITTED TO:
Learning
• Foster in our students the ability to make and articulate informed intellectual, aesthetic and ethical
decisions, while demonstrating skills needed for success in modern society.
• Cultivate a love of learning, autonomy and responsible citizenship in our students, both in the
classroom and through socio-cultural, leadership, recreational and sports activities.
• Respect and learn from diverse world views and international perspectives, as reflected in our
programs, our approach and our community.
Quality
• Provide well-rounded and balanced pre-university and career programs that meet high standards of
quality and ethical consciousness, and respond to the requirements of universities, employers and
society.
• Value excellence in teaching and learning as dynamic and interactive processes.
• Promote lifelong learning and continuous improvement in the College community, with a
commitment to innovative pedagogy, effective administration and quality support services.
• Deliver leading-edge training, tailored to the needs of business, industry and other sectors, through
our continuing education services and specialized programs.
Students
• Cultivate a safe, caring and challenging learning environment that bolsters self-esteem and promotes a
sense of belonging and purpose, mutual respect, and healthy lifestyles, leading students to attain
academic, professional and personal success.
• Ensure governance that reflects the active engagement of students, staff and faculty, and places
student learning at the centre of our decisions and actions.
• Establish effective partnerships with academic, professional and social communities, to maximize our
students’ success and continued growth.

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Publication: Communications and Admissions Office
Production: John Abbott College Press
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Québec
Dépôt Légal: Bibliothèque nationale du Québec
National Library of Canada
May 2009
ISSN: 1710-3622

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Certificates of Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8
Programs Offered and Entrance Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 10
Preparatory Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Pre-University Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Career Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
General Education Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Complementary Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Fees and Financial Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Library and Audiovisual Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Bursaries and Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
Centre for Continuing Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Institutional Policy On The Evaluation of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Student Achievement (IPESA)
General Policies and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Governance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Department Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
ABOUT THIS COURSE CALENDAR
This Calendar provides general information on admission policies, programs and courses as well as on
student services and activities. But, it is only an introduction.
To learn more about John Abbott College’s many academic programs, prospective students and their
parents are invited to call the College, talk to faculty and attend events such as our open houses which
are held every February and October. Individual and school tours of John Abbott College are available
and may be arranged through the Admissions Office.
Students and parents are also invited to visit
John Abbott College’s website at: www.johnabbott.qc.ca
and discover the many links to Admissions, Registrar,
Student Services and individual departments.
For further information about our academic programs and student services,
please contact high school guidance counsellors or:
John Abbott College’s Admissions Office
514-457-6610, local 5355, 5361 or 5358
Come visit us, e-mail us, ask as many questions as you like and discover how you can get the most
from your education at John Abbott College.
The College reserves the right to make changes without prior notice to the information contained in this
publication, including the alteration of various fees, schedules and the revision or cancellation of
particular courses.

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ADMISSIONS
GENERAL ADMISSIONS POLICY
John Abbott College accepts applicants who meet the minimum admission requirements as defined by
the Ministry of Education and who, in the College's opinion, have a reasonable chance of succeeding in
the program to which they apply. Permanent Quebec residents receive consideration over non-residents.
Fulfillment of the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Program Selection
Committees are responsible for admissions decisions and reserve the right to defer or refuse admission
to any applicant whose qualifications are inappropriate to the demands of the program. A personal
interview, audition, and/or portfolio may be required for admission to specific programs. The
qualifications of applicants educated outside Quebec will be assessed on an individual basis by the
appropriate selection committee.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Quebec High School Students
To be admissible in a program leading to a Diploma of College Studies, applicants must have:
a Secondary School Diploma which includes the following subjects:
(1) Secondary V Language of Instruction;
(2) Secondary V Second Language;
(3) Secondary IV Mathematics;
(4) Secondary IV Physical Science; and
(5) Secondary IV History of Québec and Canada
OORR
A Secondary School Vocational Diploma which includes the following subjects:
(1) Secondary V Language of Instruction;
(2) Secondary V Second Language; and
(3) Secondary IV Mathematics.
Out-of-Province Applicants
Applicants with Canadian secondary school certificates other than the Quebec Secondary V Diploma
are required to have completed an equivalent high school diploma from their province. Non-Québec
residents are subject to out of province fees of $990.00 per semester (fees subject to change).
Advanced Standing
Students who have accumulated credits from other post-secondary institutions – i.e., CEGEPs, community
colleges or universities – may request that these credits be transferred to their program of study at John
Abbott. All requests must be made through Academic Advising in the Student Services Department.
Mature Students
Applicants who obtained their high school diploma more than five years ago and have not attended any
post-secondary institution, should contact the Admissions Office prior to applying.
International Applicants
Please contact the International Programs Office should you have any questions about the SRAM online
application process.
ee--mmaaiill: international@johnabbott.qc.ca or pphhoonnee: local 5469
The College will consider applicants who have attended school systems outside Canada if their
certificates are equivalent to the Quebec Secondary V Diploma. Specific program prerequisites and all
other requirements particular to John Abbott College must be met.
Applicants whose language of instruction is not English must submit the results of the Test of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL) with their application. Information about TOEFL may be obtained at Consulates, Cultural
Affairs Offices or, by visiting their website at: www.ets.org.
All international students must submit their online application at: sram-international.omnivox.ca .
Applications sent directly to the College will not be processed. You may contact the International Programs
Office should you encounter difficulties with the online submission via SRAM.
If your test TOEFL results are not available at the time of the SRAM application, please inform the International
Programs Office accordingly.
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International applicants may apply for the fall and winter semester. Note: Winter admissions are not always
possible due to time restrictions. Those requesting admission from outside the country must submit a French or
English translation of their academic grades for the last two years of study and diplomas obtained (legible copies
certified by the school). Equivalences will be processed through SRAM. International students must pay a non-
refundable application fee of $75.00.
All international applicants are advised of admission decisions by mail. Once notified of acceptance into a
program, the applicant must confirm his/her decision by returning the confirmation form along with a confirmation
fee payable to John Abbott College. The student is responsible for following immigration procedures to obtain a
Quebec Certificate of Acceptance (CAQ - issued by the government of Quebec), a Study Permit (issued by the
Government of Canada) and, if applicable, a student visa (issued by the Canadian embassy in the country of
residence). The student must show proof of his/her immigration documents upon arrival. These documents must
be presented to the Registrar’s office. If the student fails to do so, he/she will be prohibited from studying at John
Abbott College. Information on procedures to follow may be obtained from the Canadian Embassy, Consulate or
the Service d’immigration du Québec. Students should consult the websites below for application procedures for a
CAQ and study permit. International students must pay tuition fees in addition to health and accident insurance
before they register. Please note that John Abbott College is part of a mandatory group insurance plan for
international students. Students must purchase health insurance through John Abbott College. The College does
not accept any health insurance bought through other insurance providers. The insurance card will be distributed
by the International Programs Office (Herzberg 416) upon arrival at John Abbott College.
Please refer to the FEES AND FINANCIAL AID section of the Calendar for specific information on tuition
fees and health insurance.
Applicants with Foreign Certificates
Applicants currently living in Canada who have completed high school leaving certificates in a foreign
country must also submit a French or English translation of their academic grades and diplomas
obtained (certified copies). SRAM will then proceed to a study of equivalence for which candidates
must add an additional $45.00 to the admission fee (total $75.00).
IMPORTANT WEB SITES FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
Important information for international students can be found on the following web sites. Students
should consult these prior to submitting their application:
Government of Quebec: www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/index.asp
click on international students
Government of Canada: www.cic.gc.ca/english click on to study
APPLICATIONS TO
JOHN ABBOTT COLLEGE
John Abbott College is affiliated with le Service régional
d'admission du Montréal métropolitain (SRAM), which
processes student applications. Applications to the College
must be submitted to SRAM by March 1st for the Fall
semester and November 1st for the Winter semester.
The application fee of $30.00 payable to SRAM
is non-refundable.
Applications must be submitted online at
http://sram.omnivox.ca. Students can print a copy of the
Admissions Guide directly from this site or they may obtain
one from the Admissions Office, or high school guidance
departments.
International students must submit their online application
at: http://sram-international.omnivox.ca
APPLICATIONS TO
THE HONOURS PROGRAMS
John Abbott College offers different honours or enriched
programs. They are Honours Science, Honours Social
Science and Honours Commerce. Admission into these
programs requires students to complete a separate applica-
tion. Contrary to their application to the College which
must be sent to SRAM, applications to the honours pro-
grams accompanied by the required documents, must be
submitted directly to the College.
For further information about the honours programs, or on
how to access the application forms, please refer to the
Pre-University Programs section of this Calendar or contact
the John Abbott College Admissions Office, local 5355,
5358 or 5361.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Over the last fifty years the environment has increasingly
become important to all sectors of society. Pollution,
species extinctions, climate change, resource depletion,
and a host of other environmental problems touch every-
one now more than ever.
Our basic life-support system is maintained by all the
species that make-up the biosphere—from the smallest to
the largest. The survival of these species are interconnect-
ed and dependent on each other. The actual processes
that take place between species and the environment are
extremely complex and fragile. If humanity causes the
extinction of one species—it inevitably means the extinc-
tion of numerous species and the decline of our life-sup-
port system for future generations and us.
Unfortunately, our current economic models have neg-
lected to factor into the equation the tremendous bene-
fits nature provides. However, when economists and
environmental scientists have tried to estimate in dollars
what it would cost us to accomplish the services nature
provides the results are staggering. Using multiple data-
bases, they estimate that nature provides $33 trillion dol-
lars worth of services every year—that's nearly twice the
annual Gross National Product or GNP of all the coun-
tries in the world combined. For example, forests pre-
vent soil erosion, landslides, and flooding; maintain the
purity of the air and water; affect local and global rainfall;
temper climatic fluctuations; and promote watersheds
and biodiversity. Other ecosystems like bogs, wetlands,
grasslands, deserts, oceans, coral reefs, tundra-arctic
regions, and so on similarly provide unique benefits.
Learning to live in harmony with the natural environment
and thinking critically about environmental issues requires
an interdisciplinary approach.
The Environmental Studies Certificate Option is an inter-
disciplinary curriculum that seeks to improve the stu-
dent’s understanding of key scientific, economic, and
political issues that underlie environmental problems and
their management. Students can address environmental
issues
from a variety of perspectives drawn from the natural sci-
ences, the social sciences, physical education, the
humanities, and the arts. Students in the certificate
choose from a variety of courses that best suit their own
personal approach to environmental studies.
Perhaps the best reason for pursuing an environmental
studies certificate is a student's own personal interest in
learning more about the environment. In some cases,
earning a certificate can also make a graduate more
attractive to employers and to gaining entry into university
programs. Problems encountered in the "real-world"
often require understanding beyond that of a single
academic discipline. For this reason, more and more
employers seek people with interdisciplinary training.
The Environmental Studies Certificate Option exposes
students to a broad range of knowledge. It helps put
other courses into perspective. The Environmental Studies
Certificate is evidence to university departments and
employers that the student has acquired not only depth
in the major field, but breadth beyond that field—an out-
standing combination.
Students within any of the college's programs can receive
an Environmental Studies Certificate.
To achieve the Certificate students must take at least six
courses designated as Environmental Studies courses, and
complete a "Special Project", involving a self-designated
assignment, in one of those courses. A list of eligible
courses can be found semester by semester in the
Schedule of Courses or on the John Abbott College web-
site. Such courses can be taken as the student's General
Education requirements, as well as within their program
of study. The Certificate will be granted upon graduation.
For more information, please contact Doris Miller,
Coordinator of Environmental Studies, local 5167, or
email: envirostudies@johnabbott.qc.ca
CERTIFICATES
Certificates can be earned with any regular DEC, without extra courses or workload. They allow
students to focus on and explore topics of interest to them within “clusters” of courses. Certificates are
the most self-directed learning option a student can register for at John Abbott, and they are
accompanied by extra-curricular opportunities as well as academic rewards.
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PEACE STUDIES
Peace is multi-layered and multi-faceted. It is non-vio-
lence in thought, word and act; it is radical and reac-
tionary, personal and political. It is urgent. As we attend
to ourselves and personal interactions we reflect global
problems.
The Peace Studies Certificate brings together college
courses which inform students about world issues and
their impacts on our personal lives. It works to empower
them to take action on their own, to allow them to state
clearly, “Peace matters.”
We are all involved in the exploitation and distribution of
resources and services, and need to be aware of what our
choices as consumers and civilians entail. The potential
for widespread conflict is great in the interplay of global
trade, consumption and aid. War is one of the least sus-
tainable activities on earth, yet conflicts of ideology can
result in violent confrontations bringing incalculable
immediate and long-term human tragedy. Absolutism, the
belief in the superiority of one set of ideas over all others,
often the refuge of the powerless and sometimes the
smokescreen of the powerful, charts a course towards
conflict and interference in the autonomy of others.
Charters, Conventions, pressure groups, individuals and
international institutions attempt to define peace. The
UN and the International Court of Justice are key institu-
tions. Organizations of civil society struggle to help
achieve goals of social and economic justice, human
rights, education, health, environmental responsibility and
peace, while others work in the opposite direction
toward maximum exploitation and consumption. In
Canada there is a project to develop a federal
Department of Peace, and many initiatives responding to
the UN millennium call for a culture of peace through
peace education. John Abbott is a pioneer in peace
teaching: the Peace Certificate is over 30 years old, the
oldest in the country.
The Peace Studies Certificate helps individuals to unfold
their own courses toward peace and deal with the reper-
cussions of others’ violence. Students can learn to identi-
fy models which promote peace, and move in that direc-
tion. To complete the Certificate, register with the cer-
tificate co-ordinator, take at least six Peace Studies
courses from the Schedule of Classes course list, and
undertake a special project, which is a self-designated
assignment in one of those courses. The list of eligible
courses can also be found on the JAC website:
www.johnabbott.qc.ca/student_zone/departments/
peacestudiescertificate/courseofferings
These courses can be chosen among the student’s
General Education requirements as well as within their
program of study. If you wish to learn more about Peace
Studies or wish to register as a Peace Studies student,
please contact the Peace Studies Coordinator, local 5448,
who will help you register for Peace Studies at any time
of the year before your final term, and build ideas for
your special project. Peacestudies@johnabbott.qc.ca
WOMEN’S STUDIES
AND GENDER RELATIONS
Students involved in deciding upon a career, creating or
maintaining a relationship, functioning in a work place,
attending classes, or simply receiving messages of the vari-
ous mass media can benefit from the awareness that
seemingly personal feelings, actions, decisions and prob-
lems are subtly influenced by society’s concepts of male
and female. The Certificate in Women’s Studies and
Gender Relations helps students attain this understanding,
work carefully through its implications for their own lives,
and thus increase their personal freedom, power, and ful-
fillment. By providing a dynamic and comprehensive
study of gender issues and women’s accomplishments
placed within psychological, social, political, and historical
contexts, the courses help students achieve personal
growth and they promote their awareness of and partici-
pation in social issues and change.
Women’s Studies and Gender Relations courses span a
wide variety of disciplines and include such offerings as
Gender and Communication, Male/Female, Women in Film,
Women and Literature, Human Relations, La Condition
Féminine, Sociology and Philosophy of Sexuality, Physical
Education, and Sociology of Women. Many courses are
available for Women’s Studies and Gender Relations credit.
This certificate is offered to both female and male students.
Students choose a minimum of five specially designated
courses. These courses fulfill the requirements of both the
student’s diploma and the Women’s Studies and Gender
Relations Certificate at the same time, and may also meet
the requirements of the Environmental Studies Certificate,
and/or the Peace Studies Certificate.
For specific course offerings, please consult the Women’s
Studies and Gender Relations Certificate course listing in
the Schedule of Classes.
For more information, please contact the Co-ordinator
for Women’s Studies and Gender Relations, at
feminism@johnabbott.qc.ca .

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PRE-UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS / OPTIONS and PROFILES
PROGRAM NAMES SPECIFIC PREREQUISITES
PROGRAMS OFFERED AND ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS.
200.12 Science and Social Science – Double-DEC Math 536 70%
Physics 534 70%
Chemistry 534 70%
700.B0 Liberal Arts No specific prerequisites
510.A0 Fine Arts No specific prerequisites
500.67 Creative Arts Literature & Languages
Theatre Profile
No specific prerequisites
500.48 Creative Arts, Literature & Languages
Arts and Culture with Languages Profile
Languages Option
Arts and Culture Profile
Media Arts Profile
300.A2 Commerce Profile Math 526 or 536
300.A1 Social Science with Math Profile Math 526 or 536
300.A0 Social Science No specific prerequisites
200.B0 Science Math 536 70%
Physics 534 70%
Chemistry 534 70%
PROGRAMSOFFEREDANDENTRANCEREQUIREMENTS
700.A0 Arts and Sciences Math 536 70%
Physics 534 70%
Chemistry 534 70%
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TRANSITION PROGRAM 081.03
The Transition Program is a one-semester program designed to give students an opportunity to pick up
missing prerequisites to enter a selected program. New students may begin their studies in the
Transition program in their second semester if their selected program is not available. Returning
students should discuss their plans with an Academic Advisor, and submit a change of program request
to the Admissions Office.
To be eligible for the Transition program, students must be transitioning to another cegep
program. Students can only be in Transition for one semester unless the program they are
heading to is not offered in the Winter semester.
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS and OPTIONS
PROGRAM NAMES SPECIFIC PREREQUISITES
561.C0 Professional Theatre (Acting) No specific prerequisites - Audition
561.A0 Professional Theatre (Production and Design Options) No specific prerequisites - Interview
420.A0 Computer Science Technology Math 526
412.A0 Publication Design & Hypermedia Technology No specific prerequisites
410.B0 Business Administration Math 436 or 526
*393.A0 Information & Library Technologies No specific prerequisites
310.B0 Youth and Adult Correctional Intervention No specific prerequisites
244.A1 Engineering Technologies Photonics Option Physics 534, Math 526
244.A2 Engineering Technologies Energy Management Profile
Physics 534, Math 526
offered to students in 3rd year of 244.A1
*180.A0 Nursing Physical Science 436
Chemistry 534
Math 436 highly recommended
111.A0 Dental Hygiene Chemistry 534
Math 536 highly recommended
*310.A0 Police Technology Math 514
Candidates must have a minimum of a proba-
tionary drivers’s license at the March 1st
application deadline. They must also pass
pre-admission testing and once conditionally
accepted, a medical exam, and be a Canadian
citizen or landed immigrant.
181.A0 Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Candidates must have a minimum of a proba-
tionary drivers’s license at the March 1st
application deadline. They must also pass
pre-admission testing and once conditionally
accepted, a medical exam, and be a Canadian
citizen or landed immigrant.
PROGRAMS OFFERED AND ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS cont’d
* Program also offered in a 2-year intensive format for students who have completed all of their CEGEP general education
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PATHWAYS PROGRAMS
PREPARATORY PROGRAMS
John Abbott College offers a variety of programs for high school students whose preparation for CEGEP
studies may not be complete. The aim of these one- or two-semester programs is to equip students
with the skills required to be successful in their studies and to help them acquire any missing
prerequisite courses for entrance into a particular program of study. Each program is individually
designed to meet each student’s specific needs and combines a mix of regular program courses, general
education courses, make-up and/or introductory courses, and a compulsory course in Learning
Techniques or Career Explorations.
Please note: 1) To be eligible for any of the Pathways programs, students must have a Quebec
Secondary School Diploma and meet CEGEP entrance requirements or have
an equivalent high school diploma.
2) Students must be applying directly from high school OR may never have attended
CEGEP before.
Students who successfully complete their Pathways Program will be eligible to apply to their intended
program of study. Students will be required to submit a change of program request to the Admissions
Office by the deadline: March 1st for the Fall semester and November 1st for the Winter semester.
For further information about any of these programs,
and their entrance requirements or prerequisites,
please contact the Admissions Office,
local 5355, 5361 or 5358, or the Pathways Coordinator, pathways@johnabbott.qc.ca.
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PATHWAYS TO SCIENCE (200.14)
This one- or two-semester program is designed for stu-
dents who wish to pursue a diploma in the Sciences, but
who lack one or more of the Science prerequisites (Math
536, Chemistry 534 and Physics 534), or who have a
grade of 60 - 69% in their Science prerequisites and
require some improvement in their basic foundation in
Science. In their first semester, students will take a science
Learning Techniques course, along with regular Science
courses, and any missing prerequisite course(s) and/or
introductory courses in their weak Science subject(s).
Successful completion of the Learning Techniques course
and their missing prerequisite/introductory courses is a
requirement to remain in Pathways to Science in their sec-
ond semester, and/or for entrance into the Science pro-
gram.
(Note: “introductory” courses are make-up courses for
students who have passed the prerequisite in high
school or CEGEP, but who did not obtain a minimum
grade of 70%.)
Notes:
1) Students who are failing a Science prerequisite at the
time of application will be refused admission to the
program.
2) Admission to the Pathways to Science Program will be
cancelled if a student fails a Science prerequisite at
the end of the school year or during the summer.
Should this be the case, students will be allowed
to select another program of study at the College
pending availability of space in the chosen program.
PATHWAYS TO SCIENCE (200.14)
PROGRAM OF STUDY
FALL 2005 AND LATER
FIRST SEMESTER
2 GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
___-___ ENGLISH (according to your placement test)
___-___ PHYSICAL EDUCATION
3 CONCENTRATION COURSES CHOSEN FROM:
___-___ 201-NYA or 912-015 Mathematics
or *201-007 or *201-009
___-___ 202-NYB or 912-016 Chemistry
or *202-006
___-___ 203-NYA or 912-017 Physics
or *203-006
___-___ 982-021 Physical Science
* Students normally will be permitted to take no more than
two Make-up or introductory courses per semester
* Students must obtain a grade of 70% or greater to be eligible
for science courses.
1 LEARNING TECHNIQUES COURSE
___-___ 360-902-85 Learning Techniques (for Sciences)
Successful completion of this course, and the science prerequisite
course(s) are required to either remain in Pathways to Science in the
second semester, or to transfer into the regular Science Program.
6 = Regular Course Load
Students will be pre-registered in their missing prerequisite and/or
introductory courses and in their Learning Techniques course.
PATHWAYS TO SOCIAL SCIENCE (300.14)
PROGRAM OF STUDY
FIRST SEMESTER
___-___ HUMANITIES
2 CONCENTRATION COURSES
___-___ 350-102-AB Psychology
(co-requisite with Learning Techniques)
OR
___-___ 330-910-AB History
(co-requisite with Learning Techniques)
___-___ ___-___ PLUS
ONE LEVEL 1
Social Science Course
1 LEARNING TECHNIQUES COURSE
___-___ 360-902-85 Learning Techniques
(for Social Science)
Successful completion of this course is a requirement for students to
enrol in the regular Social Science Program in their second semester.
Students will be pre-registered in their Psychology or History course and in
their Learning Techniques course.
PATHWAYS TO SOCIAL SCIENCE (300.14)
This one-semester program is designed to ease the
transition into CEGEP for Social Science students with
marginal Secondary V grades. The program concentrates
on providing students with the necessary skills required to
succeed in the Social Science program. In their first
semester, students take a Learning Techniques course
along with a reduced load of regular Social Science
courses. Successful completion of the Learning
Techniques course is a requirement for entrance into the
Social Science program in the student’s second semester.

PATHWAYS TO POLICE TECHNOLOGY (310.14)
PROGRAM OF STUDY FALL 2007 AND LATER
FIRST SEMESTER
___-___ FRENCH
___-___ HUMANITIES
___-___ PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Police section)
1 CONCENTRATION COURSE
310-112-AB Criminology & Judicial Process
1 CAREER EXPLORATIONS COURSE
360-103-AB Career Explorations
plus Introduction to Driving Seminar (Theory)
SECOND SEMESTER
3 OR 4 GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
___-___ ENGLISH
___-___ FRENCH
___-___ HUMANITIES
___-___ Complementary Course
310-111-AB First Responder
310-610-AB Private Law
A 7th course may be selected in consultation with an Academic Advisor
This Pathways stream is designed exclusively for high school students to provide the
opportunity to explore their career goals in policing, experience Cegep level courses,
participate in physical fitness, and extra-curricular activities. Students will follow regu-
lar application procedures for Police Technology as follows:
1. Pass the pre-admission testing.
2. Apply to SRAM by March 1st..
3. Students accepted to Pathways will be waived out of the medical exam for one
year.
4. Students will only be required to have a learner’s driving permit for the
Pathways program.
5. Students will be required to sign a letter of understanding.
6. Students will be required to request a change of program by March 1st of the fol-
lowing year, at which time they must present a probationary driver’s license.
There is no guarantee of admission to the Police Technology program after the
Pathways program is completed, as the admission process is competitive. If the stu-
dent is given a conditional acceptance to the Police Technology program, a med-
ical exam will be required. Students will be required to redo the pre-admission
testing at a reduced fee of $35.00. Bilingualism (English/French) and computer lit-
eracy are necessary.
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PATHWAYS TO
POLICE TECHNOLOGY (310.14)
The Pathways to Police Technology is a two-semester inte-
gration program for students wishing to enter into the
Police Technology program at John Abbott College, but
who may not meet all the requirements for immediate
entrance. In their first semester students will take General
Education courses, a sample of first year Police
Technology courses, and a Career Explorations course.
The aim of this last course is to help students explore
their career interests and to improve upon their academic
skills. Successful completion of the Career Explorations
course is a requirement to remain in the Pathways to
Police Technology Program in their second semester.
PATHWAYS TO THE CREATIVE ARTS,
LITERATURE AND LANGUAGES (C.A.L.L.)
PROGRAM (500.14)
This one-semester program provides a first semester
integration into the general C.A.L.L. program. It is
designed to ease the transition into CEGEP for C.A.L.L.
students with marginal Secondary V grades. The pro-
gram concentrates on providing students with the neces-
sary skills required to succeed in the C.A.L.L program. In
their first semester, students will take a Career
Explorations course, along with a reduced load of regu-
lar C.A.L.L. program courses. Successful completion of
this course is a requirement for entrance into the
C.A.L.L. program in the student’s second semester.
PATHWAYS TO THE CREATIVE ARTS, LITERATURE AND
LANGUAGES (C.A.L.L.) PROGRAM (500.14)
PROGRAM OF STUDY
FIRST SEMESTER
___-___ ENGLISH
___-___ HUMANITIES
2 CONCENTRATION COURSES
___-___ 502-DCA-03 Exploring the Universe
of the Arts and Letters
PLUS
___-___ ___-___ ONE COURSE CHOSEN FROM
THE LIST OF CREATIVE ARTS
CONCENTRATION COURSES
(see list below)
___-___ 360-103-AB Career Explorations
Successful completion of this course is a requirement for students to
enrol in the regular C.A.L.L. in their second semester.
Students will be pre-registered in their Career Explorations and Exploring
the Universe of the Arts & Letters Course.
CREATIVE ARTS CONCENTRATION COURSES:
Painting and Drawing I
Filmmaking I
Darkroom Photography I
Video Production I
Radio I
Animation I
Journalism I
Theatre Workshop:Techniques
Theatre Workshop: Production I
CREATIVE ARTS - LANGUAGES PROFILE COURSES
Spanish I & II (607-SP1/607-SP2)
Italian I & II (608-TL1/608-TL2)
German I & II (609-GR1/609-GR2)
PROGRAMSOFFEREDANDENTRANCEREQUIREMENTS

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PATHWAYS TO
A CAREER PROGRAM (800.14)
The Pathways to a Career Program is a one or
two semester integration program for students wishing to
enter into a Career program at John Abbott College. The
program concentrates on preparing students for entrance
into the Career program of their choice, and teaches stu-
dents the necessary skills required to be successful.
Students who are undecided about which Career program
is right for them have the opportunity to explore a variety
of Career programs before they make a choice. Students
can also obtain missing prerequisites or improve their aca-
demic record in order to meet entrance requirements for a
particular Career program. In their first
semester students will take General Education courses, a
sample of first year Career program courses, any missing
prerequisite courses, and a Career Explorations course.
The aim of this last course is to help students explore their
career interests and to improve upon their academic skills.
Successful completion of the Career Explorations course is
a requirement to remain in the Pathways to a Career
Program in their second semester.
For further information about any of these programs, and
their entrance requirements or prerequisites, please con-
tact the Admissions Office, local 5355, 5361 or 5358, or
the Pathways Coordinator, pathways@johnabbott.qc.ca.
CAREER PROGRAM COURSE OFFERINGS
FALL SEMESTER
PROGRAM COURSE COURSE TITLE
Business Administration 410-125-AB Global Vision
Computer Science 420-126-AB Introduction to Computers
Dental Hygiene 111-103-AB Introduction to the Profession
Engineering Technologies No courses offered
Information & Library 393-DCA-03 Profession of Documentation
Technician
Nursing 350-803-AB Developmental Psychology
Publication Design & 412-100-AB Web Design 1 (HTML)
Hypermedia
Theatre 560-DCA-03 Introduction to Theatre –
Techniques
Youth & Adult 310-100-AB Analysis of the Profession
Correctional Intervention
CAREER PROGRAM COURSE OFFERINGS
WINTER SEMESTER
PROGRAM COURSE COURSE TITLE PRE-REQ
Business Administration 410-235-AB Marketing
Computer Science 420-226-AB Technical Support 420-126-AB
Dental Hygiene 350-203-AB Communication & Teamwork
Engineering TechnologiesNo courses offered
Information & Library 393-DDJ-03 Communcation 393-DCA-03
and Teamwork
Nursing 387-803-AB Sociology of Diverse Families
&Communities
Publication Design 412-202-AB OR Web Design II (Dreamweaver)
& Hypermedia 412-203-AB Digital Photo Processing
Theatre 560-DCC-03 Introduction to Theatre – Scenes
Youth & Adult 310-200-AB Communication Techniques
Correctional Intervention
PATHWAYS TO A CAREER PROGRAM (800.14)
PROGRAM OF STUDY
FALL 2004 AND LATER
FIRST SEMESTER
___-___ ENGLISH
___-___ HUMANITIES
PREREQUISITE COURSE(S)
Courses depend on choice of career program and which prerequisites the stu-
dent is missing: in most cases this will include Math or Science courses.
CAREER PROGRAM COURSE(S)
Courses depend on the career program; students may explore more than one
career program, as their schedule allows.
___-___ 360-103-AB Career Explorations
Successful completion of Career Explorations is a requirement
for students to continue in Pathways in their SECOND SEMESTER.
5 or 6 = regular course load
Students will be pre-registered in their prerequisite, career program & Career
Explorations courses.
SECOND SEMESTER
3 OR 4 GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
___-___ ENGLISH
___-___ HUMANITIES
OR
___-___ FRENCH
PREREQUISITE COURSE(S)
Courses depend on choice of career program and which prerequisites the stu-
dent is still missing after one semester in Pathways; in most cases this will
include Math or Science courses.
CAREER PROGRAM COURSE(S)
Courses depend on choice of career program and the availability of SECOND
SEMESTER career courses.
OPTIONAL COURSES
Students are encouraged to explore courses from other programs at the College,
as their schedule allows. Students are encouraged to consult an Academic
Advisor in the Student Services Department for help with these choices.
STUDENTS MUST TAKE A MINIMUM OF 5 COURSES

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PRE-UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS
John Abbott College offers six pre-university programs in: Science, Social Science (including Commerce),
Creative Arts, Literature and Languages, Fine Arts and Liberal Arts double - DEC in Science and
Social Science, and an DEC in Arts and Sciences.
PRE-UNIVERSITY PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Each pre-university program is made up of two components: GENERAL EDUCATION and
CONCENTRATION courses. (Note: The Liberal Arts Program and Arts and Sciences does not have any
complementary courses.) Please refer to the Diploma Requirement charts on the following pages to
determine the diploma requirements for your program.
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL EDUCATION
The compulsory subjects common to all CEGEP programs are English, French, Humanities, Physical Education and
complementary. These subjects are referred to as GENERAL EDUCATION courses.
General Education requirements are as follows: English (four courses); French (two courses); Humanities (three courses);
Physical Education (three courses). The courses and requirements are listed in the course description section of the
Calendar.
Complementary courses, which also make up a part of the General Education requirements, provide an opportunity for
students to explore subjects outside their field of concentration. For example, Science students may choose a Film course.
CONCENTRATION COURSES
Concentration courses are those courses which are directly related to your field of study. In the Science, Social Science,
Creative Arts, Literature and Languages and Liberal Arts programs, the concentration component of the program is made
up of both compulsory and optional credits. The Fine Arts Program is composed of compulsory concentration courses only.
Please refer to the Diploma Requirement charts on the following pages for more details.
COURSE TITLES AND NUMBERS
Every course in the Course Description section of the Calendar is identified with a number, title and ponderation.
For example:
PONDERATION
Ponderation specifies the weekly learning activities of the course. In the above example, ponderation is listed as:
HOW TO CALCULATE CREDIT VALUE
A credit is equal to three hours of learning activities (teaching, laboratory, stage or workshop and homework) per week.
Credits for every course are determined by adding the total number of hours in the ponderation and dividing by three. For
example:
2 + 2 + 4 = 8 hours ÷ 3 = 2-2/3 credits
Understanding the pre-university program structure while trying to choose courses can be confusing. Academic
Advisors are available throughout the year to provide assistance with course selection and diploma requirements.
Make an appointment well before registration by dropping in to Herzberg, Room 148 or by calling, local 5290.
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660033--110011--0044 ((22..22..44))
ponderation
year number or number of contact hours
identifies course content
English - subject discipline code
2 . 2 . 4
homework hours
laboratory, workshop hours
teaching hours
PRE-UNIVERSITYPROGRAMS

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n Does not count towards a diploma
N Required Math courses for Science students. Students are advised to take the required courses first.
* This course is a prerequisite for BA Psychology programs at universities in Quebec and requires 360-300-RE
Quantitative Methods as a prerequisite.
Mathematics/Academic Advising Departments SPRING 2006
PRE-UNIVERSITY MATHEMATICS SEQUENCE CHART
201-103-RE CALCULUS I (NON-SCIENCE)
201-DDB-05
CALCULUS III (SCIENCE)
201-DDC-05
LINEAR ALGEBRA II
FOR SCIENCE STUDENTS
HIGH SCHOOL
COURSES PASSED
GRADE JOHN ABBOTT COLLEGE
MATH COURSE YOU MAY REGISTER IN
JAC MATH
PLACEMENT LEVEL
514, 574 LEVEL 2
426, 436, 526 LEVEL 4
534, 536 LEVEL 5
534, 536 201-NYA - 05 N CALCULUS I (SCIENCE) LEVEL 6
201-DDD-05
STATISTICS
NO LEVEL
201-009-50 n ALGEBRA & TRIGONOMETRY
201-007-50 n INTRO TO ALGEBRA
60%
MIN
60%
MIN
60% - 69%
70% OR
HIGHER
201-NYB-05 N
CALCULUS II (SCIENCE)
201-NYC-05 N
LINEAR ALGEBRA I (SCIENCE)
NO LEVEL
FOR SOCIAL SCIENCE & COMMERCE STUDENTS
HIGH SCHOOL
COURSES PASSED
GRADE JOHN ABBOTT COLLEGE
MATH COURSE YOU MAY REGISTER IN
JAC MATH
PLACEMENT LEVEL
514, 574 LEVEL 2
426, 436 LEVEL 4
526, 534, 536 LEVEL 6
201-105-RE
LINEAR ALGEBRA
(NON SCIENCE)
NO LEVEL
201-009-50 n ALGEBRA & TRIGONOMETRY
201-007-50 n INTRO TO ALGEBRA
60%
MIN
60%
MIN
60%
MIN
201-203-RE
CALCULUS II
(NON SCIENCE)
201-301-RE *
ADVANCED QUANTITATIVE
METHODS
912-015-94 n INTRO TO COLLEGE MATH
60% - 69% 70% OR HIGHER

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SCIENCE (200.BO)
The Science Program is a pre-university program of the Ministry of Education intended to provide
students with a balanced education, which integrates the basic components of a rigorous scientific and
general education.
The Science Program at John Abbott College provides a solid grounding in mathematics, chemistry,
physics, biology and geology. The approach is competency-based and interdisciplinary, emphasizing the
ways in which scientific problem-solving techniques can be applied to many other disciplines. It
prepares students for a number of university science and professional programs. Students select their
option courses according to their intention to enter either a Pure and Applied or Health Science
program at university.
Admission into the program requires a strong overall average
and a minimum of 70% in the prerequisite courses, Math
536, Chemistry 534 and Physics 534.
The John Abbott College Science Program graduate masters
the knowledge and skills of a basic general education as
detailed in the objectives of the General Education courses.
The goals of general education are to provide students with
a common cultural core, to help them acquire and develop
generic skills and to foster desirable attitudes. As well, gradu-
ates master the knowledge and skills of a basic scientific
education as listed in the outcomes below.
The program is organized according to objectives to be
attained in each course.
The following is a list of the Ministerial program objectives
linked with Science courses.
• To analyze the organization, functioning and diversity of
living beings.
• To analyze chemical and physical changes in matter using
concepts associated with the structure of atoms and mole-
cules.
• To analyze the properties of solutions and reactions in
solutions.
• To apply the methods of differential calculus to the study
of functions and problem solving.
• To apply the methods of integral calculus to the study of
functions and problem solving.
• To apply the methods of linear algebra and vector
geometry to problem solving.
• To analyze various situations and phenomena in physics
using the basic principles of classical mechanics.
• To analyze various situations and phenomena in physics
using the basic laws of electricity and magnetism.
• To analyze various situations or phenomena associated
with waves, optics and modern physics using basic
principles.
• To apply acquired knowledge to one or more subjects in
the sciences.
• To apply the experimental method in a scientific field.
• (Optional) To analyze the structure and functioning of
multi-celled organisms in terms of homeostasis and from
an evolutionary perspective.
• (Optional) To solve simple problems in organic chemistry.
Agriculture
Architecture
Astronomy
Biology
Biochemistry
Chemistry
Computer Science
Dentistry
Dietetics
Education
Engineering
Environmental Science
Forestry
Geology
Mathematics
Medicine
Nursing
Nutrition
Occupational Therapy
Optometry
Pharmacy
Physical Education
Physics
Physiotherapy
Veterinary Medicine
Graduates from the Science Program may pursue further studies at university in:

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COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT AND
INTEGRATION IN THE SCIENCE PROGRAM
The Ministry of Education requires every student to pass a
“program comprehensive assessment” and a program “inte-
grating activity” (Exit Profile Competency 14: “to apply what
has been learned to new situations” and Ministry objective
00UU: “To apply acquired knowledge to one or more sub-
jects in the sciences”). The Ministry introduced these
requirements because it recognized the importance of con-
necting the various components within each program.
Rather than impose a major exam or paper at the end of
the program, or requiring a single course to fulfill these
requirements, John Abbott College has integrated them into
the ‘option’ courses taken late in the program. These cours-
es have been designed so that by passing any three option
courses a student will have met the above requirements of
the program.
The various competencies taught and assessed in the
Science Program are outlined in the outcomes and stan-
dards of the Science Program Exit Profile and listed below.
They are divided into two groups: those competencies that
are taught and assessed in virtually every course in the pro-
gram, and those that will be the primary focus of the option
courses. It is recognized, of course, that many of the former
will also be included in the option courses.
The following competencies are taught and assessed in most
courses of the program:
3. To Apply (the) a scientific method.
4. To Apply a systematic approach to problem solving.
5. To Use appropriate data processing techniques.
6. To reason with rigour, i.e. with precision.
8. To learn in an autonomous manner.
13. To display attitudes and behaviour compatible with the
scientific spirit and method.
The following competencies will be the special focus of the
option courses of the program:
7. To communicate effectively.
9. To work as a member of a team.
10. To recognize the links between science, technology
and the evolution of society.
11. To develop a personal system of values.
12. To put into context the emergence and development
of scientific concepts.
14. To apply what has been learned to new situations.
Most, though not all, of these six competencies will be
addressed in each option course. The requirement is that a
combination of any three option courses will address them
all. It is the responsibility of the Science Program that this
requirement be met. Each option course will clearly state in
its course outline which competencies are to be taught and
how they are to be assessed.
To prepare the student for formal assessment of the compe-
tencies assigned to the option courses, these competencies
will be introduced in the compulsory courses of the program
according to the following grid:
GRID OF COMPETENCIES TAUGHT AND
ASSESSED IN COMPULSORY COURSES
NNoottee::
7a Written communication (reading/writing scientific
material)
7b Oral communication of scientific material
In these courses, the assigned competencies will be taught
and assessed a grade as part of the course grade, but this
grade will not be part of the formal assessment of the com-
petency. The course outline for each of these courses will
clearly outline how the competency is to be taught and
assessed.
HONOURS SCIENCE (200.16)
The Honours Science Certificate program is designed for
students interested in pursuing science-related careers and it
focuses on interdisciplinary learning and student develop-
ment. In their first year, Honours students take their
required science courses as a group and share a common
meeting time for science-related field trips and invited
speakers. They also work on individual and team projects.
To be considered for Honours Science, students must
graduate from high school with an overall grade average of
85% or higher, and minimum marks of 80% in chemistry,
mathematics and physics. In addition to the SRAM
application, students must also submit a separate written
application to Honours Science.
For further information about John Abbott’s Honours
Science program, please contact the John Abbott College
Admissions Office, local 5355, 5361 or 5358; or the
Honours Science Coordinator at: honours.science@johnab-
bott.qc.ca.
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TTeerrmm aanndd CCoouurrssee
FIRST SEMESTER
Chemistry 202-NYB
Math 201-NYA
Physics 203-NYA X
SECOND/THRID SEMESTER
Biology 101-NYA X
Chemistry 202-NYA X
Math 201-NYB X X
Physics 203-NYB X
THRID/FOURTH SEMESTER
Math 201-NYC
Physics 203-NYC

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SCIENCE (200.BO)
FIRST SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
345- HUMANITIES
109- PHYSICAL EDUCATION
_____-_____ Complementary Course
AND
201-NYA-05 Calculus I
202-NYB-05 Chemistry of Solutions
203-NYA-05 Mechanics
SECOND SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
602- FRENCH
345- HUMANITIES
AND
THREE OF THE FOLLOWING:
101-NYA-05 General Biology I
201-NYB-05 Calculus II
202-NYA-05 General Chemistry
203-NYB-05 Electricity & Magnetism
SCIENCE 200.B0
PROGRAM OF STUDY
FALL 1999 OR LATER
THIRD SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
345- HUMANITIES
ONE OF THE FOLLOWING NOT TAKEN IN THE SECOND SEMESTER
101-NYA-05 General Biology I
202-NYA-05 General Chemistry
201-NYB-05 Calculus II
203-NYB-05 Electricity & Magnetism
AND
TWO OF THE FOLLOWING:
201-NYC-05 Linear Algebra I or
203-NYC-05 Waves Optics & Modern Physics or
_____-_____ Science Option course*
FOURTH SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
602- FRENCH
_____-_____ Complementary Course
AND
Remaining 3 Science Courses
_____-_____ Remaining Science Option or required course
Complementary courses: Please refer to the Schedule of Classes for rules/restrictions on complementary courses.
Students will be required to pass an English Exit Exam and a Program Comprehensive Assessment.
* Refer to Science Option Chart for choices

SCIENCES PLACEMENT CHART
FALL 2007 or later
For SCIENCE (200.B0) and PATHWAYS TO SCIENCE (200.14) STUDENTS
Pathways to Career (800.14) Students should consult with an Academic
Advisor regarding their program course selection/prerequisites.
High School / Cegep course passed
John Abbott College science course
you may register in.
101 - BIOLOGY
Biology recommended 101-NYA General Biology
202 - CHEMISTRY
Final grade of 70% or higher in
High School Chemistry 534 or 584 or
Cegep Chemistry 202-006.
Level 3 202-NYB Chemistry of Solutions
Final grade of 60% - 69% in
High School Chemistry 534 or 584 or
Cegep Chemistry 202-006
Level 2 912-016 Introduction to College
Chemistry *
Physical Science 430, 436 Level 1 202-006 Make-up Chemistry *
201 - MATHEMATICS
See Pre-University Mathematics Sequence Chart
982 - PHYSICAL SCIENCE
No pre-requisite or Physical Science 416
982-021 Introduction to
Physical Science*
203 - PHYSICS
Final grade of 70% or higher in
High School Physics 534 or 584 or
Cegep Physics 203-006 and also have
a Final Grade of 70% in Math 536.
Level 3 203-NYA Mechanics
Final grade of 60%-69% in
High School Physics 534 or 584 or
Cegep Physics 203-006.
(Students must also have passed Math 536
or Cegep Math 009).
Level 2 912-017 Introduction to College
Physics*
Math 536 passed or Cegep Math
201-009 in progress.
Level 1 203-006 Make-up Physics
Course*
* Course does not count towards a College Diploma
Questions – Please see an Academic Advisor for clarification.
February, 2008
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LIST OF SCIENCE OPTION COURSES
Science students need 3 (2.66 credit) science option courses to meet
the minimum 8 credit optional science component.
CHECK UNIVERSITY ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND
DISCUSS YOUR EDUCATIONAL PLANS WITH AN ACADEMIC ADVISOR
BEFORE YOU REGISTER
Note: Not all courses are offered every semester
BIOLOGY (101)
101-DCN-05
GENERAL BIOLOGY II
101-DDB-05
HUMAN ANATOMY
AND PHYSIOLOGY
101-DDM-05
HUMAN GENETICS
CHEMISTRY (202)
202-DCP-05
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
202-DDB-05
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
202-DDN-05
CHEMISTRY OF THE
ENVIRONMENT
202-DDP-05
FORENSIC CHEMISTRY
EARTH/OCEAN
SCIENCE (205)
205-DDP-AB
EARTH SYSTEM
SCIENCE
205-DDM-05
UNDERSTANDING
PLANET EARTH
205-DDN-AB
INTRODUCTION TO
OCEANOGRAPHY
MATHEMATICS (201)
201-DDB-05
CALCULUS III
201-DDC-05
LINEAR ALGEBRA II
201-DDD-05
STATISTICAL METHODS
PHYSICS (203)
203-DDB-05
PHYSICS FOR
ENGINEERS
203-DDC-05
ASTROPHYSICS
203-DDM-05
ASTRONOMY
203-DDN-05
PHYSICS OF SPORTS

BIOLOGY
Biology courses provide students with an
opportunity to develop an understanding
and appreciation of important biological
concepts. Students also develop an appre-
ciation of the implications of technologi-
cal developments on the biological world.
All students should verify with Academic
Advising which of the following Biology
courses are required for admission to specif-
ic university programs.
GENERAL BIOLOGY I
101-NYA-05 (3.2.3)
General Biology I is an introductory
level course compulsory for all sci-
ence students and is a prerequisite for
all other Biology courses offered in
the Science Program.
This course offers students an intro-
duction to the life sciences focusing
on the organization, functioning and
diversity of life forms . Upon comple-
tion of General Biology I students will
be able to:
1. Recognize the relationship
between structure and function at
different levels of organization;
2. Understand cell division and the
genetic mechanisms important in
inheritance;
3. Appreciate the mechanisms of evo-
lution and understand how life
forms adapt to their environment;
4. Develop a basic understanding of the
principles of ecology and some of the
environmental issues facing man.
GENERAL BIOLOGY II
101-DCN-05 (3.2.3)
General Biology II is the second level
course in College Biology for students
in the Science Program. This course is
required for individuals planning to
enter the Biological or Health Sciences
(including Medicine) at university.
This course builds upon the concepts
introduced in General Biology I by
analyzing how the structure and func-
tioning of organisms at the chemical
and cellular levels work to maintain
homeostasis.
Upon completion of General Biology
II students will be able to:
1. Recognize the relationship
between structure and function at
different levels of organization;
2. Understand membrane transport
systems;
3. Describe the transformation of mat-
ter and energy that occurs during
cell respiration and photosynthesis;
4. Explain how the regulation of gene
expression occurs;
5. Understand and apply various
techniques used in biotechnology;
6. Explain the contribution of various
systems to the maintenance of
homeostasis in plants and animals.
HUMAN ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY
101-DDB-05 (3.2.3)
This is a science option course useful
to students planning to enter the
Biological or Health Sciences at
university. This course may be taken
before, concurrently with or after
Biology DCN.
Designed to introduce science stu-
dents to the study of human anatomy
and physiology, this course covers
many of the human body systems by
examining the anatomy of each sys-
tem and studying how each system
works to maintain the balanced func-
tioning of the body.
HUMAN GENETICS
101-DDM-05 (3.2.3)
A Biology option course open to sci-
ence students, this course is designed
to present the principles of human
genetics and to allow the student to
understand some of the latest devel-
opments in the field and how they are
shaping and revolutionizing society.
General course content includes:
1. The application of the laws of inher-
itance to human characteristics;
2. The basic principles of molecular
genetics and the significance of
DNA;
3. Discussion of social and moral
implications of genetic research on
society;
4. Genetic counselling, genetic
diseases, and the genetics of cancer
5. Modern DNA technology, cloning,
reproductive technologies.
After completing this course, students
should have a basic knowledge of
inheritance in humans and an aware-
ness of modern developments in the
field of genetics.
CHEMISTRY
PLACEMENT
Students are placed in College
Chemistry courses according to
Secondary V provincial results.
Please refer to the Science Placement
Chart on page 20.
Students should verify with Academic
Advising which of the following Chemistry
courses are required for admission to
specific university programs.
CHEMISTRY OF SOLUTIONS
202-NYB-05 (3.2.3)
P: SEE SCIENCE PLACEMENT CHART
Oriented towards understanding con-
cepts, this course examines numerous
macroscopic properties of solutions
and chemical reactions. Major topics
in this physical chemistry course
include colligative properties, reac-
tions, equilibrium (both general and
solution equilibria), electrochemistry,
kinetics, and acids and bases.
GENERAL CHEMISTRY
202-NYA-05 (3.2.3)
P: 202-NYB-05
This course introduces atomic and
molecular structures. Topics covered
include development of modern
atomic theory; chemical bonding and
its effect on the chemical and physical
properties of matter.
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
202-DCP-05 (3.2.3)
P: 202-NYA-05
An introduction to the chemistry of
organic molecules including alkanes,
alkenes, alkynes, aromatic systems and
their derivatives, this course employs a
mechanistic approach to the under-
standing of typical organic reactions.
Laboratory work is an important part
of the course.
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
202-DDB-05 (3.2.3)
P: 202-DCP-05
A continuation of 202-DCP, this
course extends the study of mecha-
nism, structure and synthesis in organ-
ic chemistry. The methods introduced
in 202-DCP are reviewed by applica-
tion to the study of aromatic and car-
bonyl compounds. The use of
spectropic techniques for determining
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molecular structure is emphasized.
Practical laboratory work, including
the use of chemical instrumentation,
is emphasized.
FORENSIC CHEMISTRY
202-DDP-05 (3.2.3)
P: 202-NYA-05
Is that blood on your hands? Did the
urbane Claus von Bulow attempt to
murder his rich socialite wife by sur-
reptitiously injecting insulin into her
medication? Remember the famous
‘Acid Experiments’ of the 1960’s con-
ducted in our back yard at McGill
University and secretly funded by the
CIA? What role does a chemist play
in the mysterious death of a woman -
a death later uncovered as murder
due to arsenic poisoning?
From sensational high-tech cases like
the O.J. Simpson trial to less well-
known crimes, intriguing details are
revealed in the course appropriately
subtitled Arsenic Milkshake. In this
course, which gives students a
behind-the-scenes look at what moti-
vates today’s new scientific sleuths,
you’ll get a chance to play forensic
detective, learn how to analyze gun-
shot residues, detect fingerprints,
check Breathalyzer test results, identi-
fy different blood types and analyse
drug poisonings.
CHEMISTRY OF THE
ENVIRONMENT:
CHEMICALS AROUND US
202-DDN-05 (3.2.3)
P: 202-NYA
This course is designed for science
students who want to learn more
about the chemistry of a healthy envi-
ronment, and techniques of assessing
environmental uses and abuses. This
course deals with:
1. environmental pollutants in water,
air and soil;
2. their sources, effects on plants and
humans and;
3. controls to minimize pollutants.
Topics include acid rain, nuclear
waste, radiation hazards, oil pollu-
tion, effects of smoking on
humans, toxic waste, pesticides,
smog, nutrition, environment and
physical fitness.
EARTH & OCEAN SCIENCE
EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCE
205-DDP-AB (3.2.3)
P: 202-NYB-05 & 203-NYA
You probably already know that a
feedback occurs when a guitar gets
too close to an amp, but did you
know that feedbacks also occur in
Earth Systems? The geosphere,
hydrosphere, atmosphere, and bios-
phere on Earth are functioning sys-
tems in and of themselves that also
interact in complex ways with each
other, creating the weather, rocks,
ecosystems, and climate. What hap-
pens when humans tinker with com-
plex Earth systems that have been in
place for millions of years? Learn the
science behind the climate change
headlines and examine the evidence
for potential significant change in our
lifetimes from a global geo-historic
perspective.
INTRODUCTION TO
OCEANOGRAPHY:
205-DDN-AB (3.2.3)
P: 202-NYB-05 & 203-NYA
Oceanography is truly an interdiscipli-
nary science incorporating aspects of
geology, chemistry, physics, and biolo-
gy to study the present and past of
the world ocean. Learn about the
generation of tsunamis and tidal
waves (not the same thing!), beaches
and tides, surface ocean currents and
global thermohaline ocean circula-
tion. Learn why oceans exist in the
first place, how their shapes are con-
stantly changing, and explore the
chemosynthetic communities of
organisms that live at the birthplaces
of oceans. Human impacts on the
oceans and the potential resulting cli-
mate changes will also be explored.
UNDERSTANDING PLANET
EARTH: 205-DDM-05 (3.2.3)
P: 202-NYB-05 & 203-NYA
Have you ever wondered why volca-
noes erupt in Hawaii, but not in
Quebec? Did you know that
Montreal is moving away from Paris at
about the same rate that your finger-
nails grow? Why are mountain chains
where they are? What makes earth-
quakes tick? Follow the history of
Earth from magma ocean to giant ice-
ball; through super-continents and
mountain-building episodes to
ancient seas; from recent glaciation to
modern-day global warming. Learn
how geoscientists uncover Earth's 4-
billion-year-story and decipher the
deep-Earth and surface processes that
continue to shape our home: it's all in
the rocks.
MATHEMATICS
All students are placed into Mathematics
courses according to their Secondary V
Provincial results. Refer to the Math
Sequence chart for Pre-University
students on page 16.
All students planning course selection to
meet university entrance requirements
should consult an Academic Advisor.
CALCULUS I
201-NYA-05 (3.2.3)
P: SEE MATH SEQUENCE CHART
This course includes a review of
algebra, functions, limits, continuity;
differentiation of algebraic, trigono-
metric, exponential and logarithmic
functions; related rates, curve
sketching, optimization, including
word problems, antiderivatives,
definite integrals and areas
CALCULUS II
201-NYB-05 (3.2.3)
P: 201-NYA
This course covers inverse trigonomet-
ric functions: graphs, differentiation,
integrals involving inverse trigonomet-
ric functions; integration techniques:
substitutions, powers of trig functions,
trig substitution, partial fractions, inte-
gration by parts; physical applications
of integration, areas between curves,
volumes of solids of revolution,
L’Hopital’s Rule and indeterminate
forms, improper integrals, sequences,
infinite series, power series, tests for
convergence, plus the Maclaurin and
Taylor series and applications.
LINEAR ALGEBRA I
201-NYC-05 (3.2.3)
P: 201-NYA
This course covers the solution of sys-
tems of linear equations, matrices,
determinants; vectors in 2-space and
3-space, dot product, cross product,
lines and planes, introduction to con-
cepts of linear combinations, spans,
subspaces, linear dependence and
independence, basis, dimension, row
space, column space, null space and
applications.
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CALCULUS III
201-DDB-O5 (3.2.3)
P: 201-NYB WITH AT LEAST 65%.
This course is strongly recommended
for students who intend to study
Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics
at university. Among the topics dis-
cussed are power series and Taylor
series, parametric equations, graphs
using polar co-ordinates, vector-valued
functions, limits, continuity and graphs
of multivariate functions, partial deriva-
tives, optimization problems, Lagrange
multipliers, multiple integrals, cylindri-
cal and spherical co-ordinates.
LINEAR ALGEBRA II
201-DDC-O5 (3.2.3)
P: 201-NYC
Recommended for students who
intend to pursue Engineering, Physics,
or Mathematics in university, this
course includes general vector spaces
and subspaces, inner product spaces,
linear transformations, eigenvalues
and eigenvectors, diagonalization and
selected applications (linear differen-
tial equations, quadric surfaces, linear
programming).
STATISTICAL METHODS
201-DDD-05 (3.2.3)
P: 201-NYA
This introductory statistics course is
especially recommended for all
Science students. Topics covered
include frequency distributions, prob-
ability distributions of a discrete ran-
dom variable, probability distributions
of a continuous random variable
using calculus, mathematical expecta-
tions including moment generating
functions, sampling and sampling dis-
tributions, linear models, point and
interval estimation and hypothesis
testing of one and two parameters.
PHYSICS
PHYSICS PLACEMENT
Students are placed in Physics courses
according to their Secondary V provincial
results. Please refer to the Science
Placement Chart on p. 20.
MECHANICS
203-NYA-05 (3.2.3)
Topics covered in this basic mechan-
ics course include linear and rotation-
al kinematics, trajectories, Newton’s
laws of motion, work, energy and
momentum. Emphasis is placed on
problem solving and laboratory work.
Many laboratory exercises involve using
computers for data acquisition, and stu-
dents are encouraged to use computers
to analyze data and plot graphs.
ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM
203-NYB-05 (3.2.3)
P: 203-NYA
This course emphasizes the basic
physical principles of electricity and
magnetism, with calculus being intro-
duced where necessary. Topics
include Coulomb’s Law, electric field,
electric potential, motion of charged
particles in electric fields, capacitors,
DC circuits, Kirchhoff’s Laws, RC cir-
cuits, Biot-Savart Law, magnetic fields,
motion of charged particles in mag-
netic fields, torque on a current loop
and Faraday’s Law.
WAVES, OPTICS AND
MODERN PHYSICS
203-NYC-05 (3.2.3)
P: 203-NYA & 201-NYA
C: 203-NYB (PASSED OR IN
PROGRESS)
Wave behaviour is fundamental to an
astonishing list of physical phenomena.
The student in this course will learn
how to analyze waves in both a quali-
tative and quantitative manner, and
will come face-to-face with some of
the bizarre and counterintuitive impli-
cations of modern physics. Topics
include simple harmonic motion,
waves and sound, interference and
diffraction of light, quantum mechan-
ics, and special relativity. Students
entering the course will be expected
to have solid physics, math and labo-
ratory skills.
PHYSICS FOR ENGINEERS
203-DDB-05 (3.2.3)
P: 203-NYC OR 203-NYB
& 201-NYA
Open to all science students, this
course is primarily designed for stu-
dents planning to study engineering or
applied science at university and helps
bridge the gap between CEGEP Physics
and university engineering courses.
Topics include data analysis using
spreadsheets, simple electronic circuits,
AC circuit theory, rotational motion
and static equilibrium. Laboratory
work includes projects which could
include such things as building radios,
popsicle bridges, small-scale robots, a
fully functional wind turbine, and elec-
tric soap-box go-cart, or something
along those lines.
ASTRONOMY
203-DDM-05 (3.2.3)
P: 203-NYA
This course is designed for science
students as a general introduction to
the fascinating world of Astronomy.
We begin with the historical roots of
the subject: the forecast of seasons for
farmers; the desire to predict the
future by astrologers; the many and
varied religious beliefs; and finally the
birth of modern science. Topics
include: understanding the night sky,
the evolution of the solar system,
planetary motions and composition,
the structure of the sun, the birth, life
and death of stars, the origin of galax-
ies, the “big bang” and the future
evolution of the universe. There will
be observation nights and students
will be introduced to the use of tele-
scopes. We plan trips to the
Planetarium if time permits.
ASTROPHYSICS
203-DDC-05 (3.2.3)
P: 203-NYA
Designed for science students, this
course attempts to help the student
understand why the universe is the
way it is. Topics include: orbital theo-
ry and Kepler’s laws, Newton’s
Universal Law of Gravity, conservation
of energy, the ideal gas law, black-
body radiation, the solar system, plan-
etary evolution, the minor bodies in
the solar system such as comets and
asteroids, stellar structure and lives
including white dwarf stars, neutron
stars and black holes, the “big bang”
and the formation of galaxies and var-
ious cosmological theories. There will
be observation nights and, if time per-
mits, a field trip to the Planetarium or
other facility is a possibility.
SCIENCE MAKE-UP
COURSES
BRIDGING
For Pathways to Science students and
students in the Transition Program.
INTRODUCTION TO
COLLEGE MATHEMATICS
912-015-94 (3.2.3)
This course is designed for students
lacking a solid background in high
school level math. Topics covered are:
basic algebraic functions, factoriza-
tion, equations, functional notation,
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inverse of a function, trigonometric
functions, identities, trigonometric
equations, sine law, cosine law, graphs
of trigonometric functions.
INTRODUCTION TO
COLLEGE CHEMISTRY
912-016-94 (3.2.3)
The material covered in this course
provides basic chemistry and prepares
students with poor grades in
Secondary V Chemistry for subse-
quent chemistry courses.
Emphasis is placed on nomenclature,
types of bonding, meaning and inter-
pretation of chemical equations, stoi-
chiometry, concentration terminology,
dilution, solution stoichiometry, titra-
tion and pH. Laboratory work is
included.
INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS
912-017-94 (3.2.3)
P: MATH 526, 536
OR 201-009
This course, which provides the nec-
essary background to students with
poor Secondary V grades in Physics,
considers fundamental concepts in
electricity and motion. In dealing with
these topics emphasis is placed on
improving problem solving skills, col-
lection and interpretation of data and
use of graphs in the representation
and interpretation of data.
CHEMISTRY
CHEMISTRY
202-006-06 (3.3.4)
Equivalent to Secondary V Chemistry
(051-534), this course is intended for
students who wish to pursue science
or technology programs and have
passed Secondary IV Physical Science,
or its equivalent (982-021-06), but
lack Secondary V Chemistry. This
course provides sufficient chemistry
for entry into many technology pro-
grams (such as Dental Hygiene) and
subsequent Chemistry courses.
MATHEMATICS
INTRODUCTION TO ALGEBRA
201-007-06 (4.2.4)
In this course, students learn expo-
nents, polynomials, factoring, opera-
tions with rational expressions, roots,
products, quotients, adding, subtract-
ing, rationalizing and simplifying, solv-
ing linear equations, linear systems in
two variables and quadratic equa-
tions, trig ratios, law of sines and
cosines.
ALGEBRA AND TRIGONOMETRY
201-009-05 (3.2.3)
In this course students learn algebra,
radicals, polynomials, rational expres-
sions, factoring, equations and
inequalities, functions, graphs, com-
position of functions, inverses, poly-
nomials, multiplication, long division,
rational functions, parabolas, expo-
nential and logarithmic functions,
properties, solving equations, applica-
tions, trigonometry, angles, triangle
trig, trig functions of any angle, identi-
ties, evaluate inverse trig functions
and applications.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
982-021-06 (4.2.3)
Equivalent to Secondary IV Physical
Science (056-436), this course is
intended for students who wish to
pursue science or technology pro-
grams, but lack the necessary Physical
Science prerequisite. The course will
provide sufficient chemistry to pre-
pare students for the Secondary V
equivalent, 202-006-06.
PHYSICS
PHYSICS 203-006-06 (4.2.4)
P OR C: MATH 526, 536 OR
201-009
Designed for students with no previ-
ous background in physics, this course
is equivalent to Secondary V high
school physics (534). It introduces
kinematics (emphasizing graphing
techniques), vector analysis, and
Newton’s laws of motion.
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SOCIAL SCIENCE (300.A0)
Graduates of the John Abbott Social Science program will be prepared to enter university studies in
fields related to social science, including law, education, and administration. This preparation will
comprise both a general education and an education in the knowledge and skills specific to the various
disciplines within Social Science.
Students will have
developed the following:
• A scholarly respect for, and a
foundation knowledge of, the large
body of evidence and theory as it is
evolving in social sciences
• A critical, scientific style of thinking as it applies to social
science
• An understanding of basic research methods
• Appropriate strategies for finding and evaluating reliable
sources, including information technology
• An appreciation of the moral and ethical dimensions of
social science
• A sense of informed, concerned, and active citizenship in
the local, national and world community.
• A transdisciplinary integration of knowledge, skills and
attitudes throughout the program.
• A commitment to ongoing personal development and an
enthusiasm to know more.
PPrreerreeqquuiissiitteess :: SSeeccoonnddaarryy VV CCeerrttiiffiiccaattee oorr eeqquuiivvaalleenntt
For further information about the Social Science program
entrance requirements or prerequisites, please contact the
John Abbott College Admissions Office, local 5355,
5361 or 5358.
NNOOTTEE:: Students are advised to consult with an Academic
Advisor to learn how to build university entrance
requirements into their program of study.
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Socia
l Science Paths to Your Car
eer
CriminalJustice
Law
Advertising
Labour Relations
Management
MarketingBroadcasting
PublicRelations
Journalism
Anthropology
Communication
Economics
Geography
History
Accounting
Political SciencePhilosophy
Psychology
Sociology
Counselling
EducationGeriatrics
Recreation
SocialWork
NN..BB.. Graduates from any of the Social Science
profiles will receive a diploma in Social Science
regardless of the profile chosen.

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SOCIAL SCIENCE -
PSYCHOLOGY PROFILE (300.A3)
The Psychology profile is designed for students interested in
preparing for psychology studies at university. Students in
this profile must take Advanced Quantitative Methods,
Human Biology and two level 2 psychology courses.
Students select this option in their third semester by com-
pleting a Change of Program request available in the
Registrar’s Office.
Prerequisite: 360-300-RE Quantitative Methods
FIRST SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
602- FRENCH
345- HUMANITIES
330-910 Western Civilization
Psychology
___-___ Level 1 Social Science
course
SECOND SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
345- HUMANITIES
360-300 Quantitative Methods
383-920 Macroeconomics
course
course
PSYCHOLOGY PROFILE 300.A3
SOCIAL SCIENCE (300.A0)
Social Science is the study of all aspects of human life from
many different perspectives. In addition to the compulsory
courses in economics, history, methodology and psychology,
students in John Abbott College’s Social Science program
can choose courses in fields such as anthropology, business,
classics, geography, mathematics, philosophy, political sci-
ence, religion and sociology. The program’s greatest advan-
tage lies in the depth and breadth of knowledge and
understanding students acquire. Graduates gain invaluable
university skills in methods of research, writing, analysis and
the presentation of ideas.
FIRST SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
602- FRENCH
345- HUMANITIES
Psychology
course
SECOND SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
345- HUMANITIES
course
course
SOCIAL SCIENCE 300.A0
SOCIAL SCIENCE
WITH MATHEMATICS PROFILE (300.A1)
The Social Science with Mathematics profile is designed for
students who enjoy Mathematics yet wish to select from a
variety of Social Science subjects. Students in this profile
must take Calculus I, Calculus II and Linear Algebra in their
first three semesters in addition to the regular Social
Science compulsory courses.
Prerequisite: Math 526 or 536.
FIRST SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
602- FRENCH
201-103 Calculus I
course
SECOND SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
345- HUMANITIES
201-203 Calculus II
350-102 Introduction to Psychology
course
SOCIAL SCIENCE WITH MATHEMATICS PROFILE
300.A1
SOCIAL SCIENCE -
COMMERCE PROFILE (300.A2)
The Commerce profile is primarily designed for students
interested in preparing for business studies at university,
however it also prepares graduates for a variety of other
university programs. To complete the Commerce profile,
students must pass Calculus I, Linear Algebra, Basics of
Business, Microeconomics plus one additional business
course or Money and Banking course in addition to the
regular Social Science compulsory courses.
Prerequisite: Math 526 or 536.
FIRST SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
602- FRENCH
201-103 Calculus I
401-100 Introduction to Business
course
SECOND SEMESTER
603- ENGLISH
345- HUMANITIES
201-203 Calculus II
350-102 Introduction to Psychology
COMMERCE PROFILE 300.A2

HONOURS SOCIAL SCIENCE (300.A5) AND
HONOURS SOCIAL SCIENCE WITH MATH (300.A6)
AND
HONOURS COMMERCE (300.A7)
Honours Social Science students may follow the General Social Science
profile, the Social Science with Mathematics profile or the Commerce
profile.
Students follow the same program and courses offered to all Social
Science students with the following enhancements:
• Over their four semesters at John Abbott, Honours students take
common classes in Economics, History, Mathematics, Psychology
and Social Science research courses.
• Common meeting times to help promote peer support
• Informal social activities, guest speakers, and field trips
• Early registration privileges
• Assistance with career exploration and university
applications
How to apply to Honours?
• Apply to JAC on the SRAM application into:
300.30 Social Sciences
300.31 Social Sciences with Mathematics
300.32 Social Sciences - Commerce
AANNDD
• Apply to Honours Social Science by filling out the “John Abbott
College Application for Honours Social Science”. The form is avail-
able in high school guidance counsellor offices or by calling the
John Abbott College Admissions Office, or on the John Abbott
College web site.
Students will receive an acceptance letter to John Abbott College based
on their SRAM application and a letter regarding acceptance into the
Honours Program.
For further information about John Abbott’s Honours Social Science,
Social Science with Math, and Commerce programs, please contact the
Honours Social Science Coordinator, local 5717;
or honours.socialscience@johnabbott.qc.ca; or the John Abbott College
Admissions Office, local 5355, 5361 or 5358.
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LEVEL 2 COURSES
PONDERATION: 3.0.3 OR 2.1.3 CREDITS: 2.00 HOURS: 45
30
Not all courses are offered every semester. Consult the Schedule of Classes.
SOCIAL SCIENCE LIST OF COURSES
COMPULSORY COURSES
LEVEL 1 COURSES
330-910-AB History of Western Civilization
350-102-AB Introduction to Psychology
383-920-AB Macroeconomics
METHODOLOGY COURSES
300-300-AB Social Science Research Methods
300-301-AB Integration in the Social Sciences
360-300-RE Quantitative Methods in Social Sciences
UNIVERSITY PREREQUISITES
Level
201-103-RE Calculus I 1
101-901-RE Human Biology 2
201-203-RE Calculus II 2
201-105-RE Linear Algebra 2
201-301-RE Advanced Quantitative Methods 2
LEVEL 1 COURSES
PONDERATION: 3.0.3 OR 2.1.3 CREDITS: 2.00 HOURS: 45
320-100-AB Introduction to Geography
332-100-AB Introduction to Classics
340-101-AB Philosophical Questions
370-100-AB World Religions
381-100-AB Introduction to Anthropology
385-100-AB Introduction to Political Science
387-100-AB Introduction to Sociology
401-100-AB Introduction to Business
ANTHROPOLOGY
381-250-AB First Civilizations
381-251-AB Peoples of the World
381-252-AB Human Evolution
381-253-AB Race & Racism
381-254-AB Amerindians
381-255-AB Anthropology & Contemporary Issues
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
401-251-AB Marketing
401-253-AB Business Law
401-254-AB Introduction to Accounting
401-255-AB International Business
401-256-AB e-Business & Strategic Management
GEOGRAPHY
320-256-AB Geography of Tourism
320-257-AB The Middle East: A Regional
Geography
320-258-AB Geography of the World Economy
320-259-AB Geographical Information Systems
320-260-AB Cities & Urbanization
320-261-AB A Global Crisis?
320-262-AB Environmental Geography
320-263-AB People, Places, Nations
ECONOMICS
383-250-AB Microeconomics
383-251-AB Money & Banking
383-253-AB Economy of Quebec & Canada
HISTORY
330-250-AB History of Canada & the World
330-251-AB History of the United States
330-252-AB Modern History
330-253-AB History of the Developing World
330-254-AB Lost Civilizations
330-255-AB Ancient Greece
330-256-AB Ancient Rome
330-257-AB History of Russia and the USSR
PHILOSOPHY
340-252-AB Philosophy of Education
340-253-AB Social and Political Philosophy
340-254-AB Philosophy and the Crisis of
Modernity
340-255-AB Environmental Philosophy
POLITICAL SCIENCE
385-250-AB Modern Political Ideas
385-251-AB Introduction to International Politics
385-252-AB Political Ideologies & Regimes
385-253-AB Canadian Politics
PSYCHOLOGY
350-250-AB Child Psychology
350-251-AB Interaction & Communication
350-252-AB Psychology of Mental Health
350-253-AB Social Psychology
PSYCHOLOGY cont’d
350-257-AB The Human Brain
350-258-AB Psychology of the Paranormal
350-260-AB Evolutionary Psychology
350-261-AB Psychology of Learning & Memory
350-262-AB Psychology of Sport
350-263-AB Psychology Applied to Modern Life
350-264-AB Psychology of Sensation and
Perception
RELIGION
370-252-AB The Problem of Evil
370-253-AB Ritual and Tradition
370-254-AB New Spiritual Movements
370-255-AB Religion, Body and Myth
SOCIOLOGY
387-251-AB Mass Media & Popular Culture
387-252-AB Love, Relationships & Family
387-253-AB Sociology of Sexual
Relations/Gender Relations
387-254-AB Sociology of Education
387-255-AB Race, Ethnicity & Structured Inequality
387-257-AB Environmental Sociology
387-258-AB Crime & Social Control
387-259-AB Social Problems
387-260-AB Sociology of Cyberspace

SOCIAL SCIENCE PROGRAM CERTIFICATE IN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
INTERNATIONAL STUDIES CERTIFICATE
Social Science students are offered a study option leading to a Certificate in International Studies. This option is open to all
general Social Science students and is intended for those students who wish to enhance their Social Science Diploma
(D.E.C.) with an international program of study.
The International Studies Certificate combines cultural and multi-disciplinary learning with the option of choosing language
acquisition via the complementary courses.
International Studies Profile
To receive a Certificate in International Studies the student must take at least six Social Science courses from the following
list of eligible courses:
Students in the International Profile are also encouraged to take courses in General Education which reflect the profile.
They however, ddoo nnoott ccoouunntt towards the compulsory six Social Sciences courses. There are suitable courses in English and
Humanities as well as complementary courses including foreign language courses.
Please see the Coordinator of International Studies before starting the profile:
Jim Vanstone, Hochelaga 131, local 5486, e-mail: international.studies@johnabbott.qc.ca
The following five compulsory Social Science courses, required of every social science student, many not be counted as one
of the six profile courses. However, both HHiissttoorryy ooff WWeesstteerrnn CCiivviilliizzaattiioonn ((333300--991100--RREE)) and MMaaccrrooeeccoonnoommiiccss ((338833--992200--RREE))
provide valuable information for the profile.
All students learn essential research skills in the required courses QQuuaannttiittaattiivvee MMeetthhooddss ((336600--330000--RREE)) and
RReesseeaarrcchh MMeetthhooddss ((330000--330000--9911))..
Profile students are expected to do their research project in the compulsory course Integration in the Social Sciences (300-
301-94) on a topic relevant to their chosen profile.
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DDIISSCCIIPPLLIINNEE CCOOUURRSSEE NNUUMMBBEERR CCOOUURRSSEE TTIITTLLEE
AAnntthhrrooppoollooggyy 381-251-AB Peoples of the World
381-253-AB Race and Racism
BBuussiinneessss 401-255-AB International Business
GGeeooggrraapphhyy 320-256-AB Geography of Tourism
320-257-AB The Middle East: A Regional Geography
320-258-AB Geography of the World Economy
320-261-AB A Global Crisis?
320-263-AB People, Places, Nations
HHiissttoorryy 330-250-AB History of Canada and the World
330-251-AB History of the United States
330-252-AB Modern History: 20th Century International relations
330-253-AB History of the Developing World
330-257-AB History of Russia and USSR
PPhhiilloossoopphhyy 340-101-AB Philosophical Questions
PPoolliittiiccaall SScciieennccee 385-100-AB Introduction to Political Science
385-250-AB Modern Political Ideas: An Introduction
385-251-AB Introduction to International Politics
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ANTHROPOLOGY
INTRODUCTION TO
ANTHROPOLOGY
381-100-AB (3.0.3)
Anthropology is the study of all
aspects of human life from the distant
past to the present and throughout all
areas of the world. In this course you
will be introduced to the methods
and concepts of physical anthropolo-
gy, archaeology, and cultural anthro-
pology. Through lectures and labs you
will learn about human evolution, the
prehistory and history of ancient civi-
lizations, and the diversity of cultures
in the world today. This introductory
course will provide you with general
knowledge of anthropology as well as
prepare you for more specialized
courses in the field.
FIRST CIVILIZATIONS
381-250-AB (3.0.3)
P: 381-100-AB
In this course, students will further
their knowledge of the methods and
concepts of Archaeology as a sub-dis-
cipline of Anthropology and will learn
about the transition from hunting-
gathering to food production. The
development of early civilizations in
both the Old and New Worlds will be
examined through a variety of case
studies from Mesopotamia, Asia,
Africa, Mesoamerica, and South
America. Topics to be covered in this
course will include the economic
bases of early civilizations, the role of
religion in early civilizations, the
development of social stratification,
and monumental architecture and art.
PEOPLES OF THE WORLD
381-251-AB (3.0.3)
P: 381-100-AB
concepts of Cultural Anthropology
and of the diversity of cultures in the
world. Studying others encourages us
to look more critically at ourselves. In
this way, cultures come to serve as
mirrors in which we can perceive our
own images, past and present. This,
in turn, should foster critical thinking
and a broader understanding of our-
selves and the world we live in.
Selected cultures from Asia, Africa,
Latin America, and elsewhere will be
used as case studies illustrating field-
work techniques, aspects of culture,
and adaptation. Topics to be covered
in the course will include adaptation,
exchange and economic systems,
domestic life, gender, anthropology
and the modern world, and selected
aspects of culture theory.
HUMAN EVOLUTION
381-252-AB (3.0.3)
P: 381-100-AB
concepts of Physical Anthropology as
a sub-discipline of Anthropology and
will learn about human evolution
from the early Primates through to
modern Homo sapiens as well as
about contemporary human biologi-
cal diversity. Topics to be covered
include mechanisms of evolution,
Primates and Primate behaviour, the
Australopithecines, Homo habilis,
Homo erectus, the Neanderthals,
early modern Homo sapiens, contem-
porary human diversity, and the con-
cept of race.
RACE AND RACISM
381-253-AB (3.0.3)
P: 381-100-AB
concepts of Anthropology as these
address the concept of race and the
sociocultural phenomenon of racism.
We will look at the history and usage
of the concept of race since it first
came to prominence in the 18th cen-
tury and how it is linked to the devel-
opment of systems of racial
stratification. The course has a theo-
retical as well as a vital personal
dimension: as we seek to understand
the social meaning of race and racism
we want to continually examine and
reassess our own beliefs. Topics to be
considered in this course include the
Anthropological perspective on race
relations, the contemporary
Anthropological critique of traditional
racial classifications, explanations of
contemporary variation, case studies
(including South Africa under
Apartheid, Nazi Germany and
Canada) to help explain the historical,
social, economic, and political forces
that create and sustain racism, and
concepts of ethnicity, prejudice,
stereotype, discrimination, and the
multiple forms that racism takes.
AMERINDIANS
381-254-AB (3.0.3)
P: 381-100-AB
concepts of Cultural Anthropology
and Archaeology in the study of
Native Americans. This course will
give students a better understanding
of the history and contemporary sta-
tus of aboriginal cultures. Topics to
considered include the earliest peo-
pling of the Americas, the cultural
prehistory of North America, the
diversity of cultures during the colo-
nial period, the effects of coloniza-
tion, and the contemporary issues
facing Canadian Indians and Inuit.
ANTHROPOLOGY AND
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES
381-255-AB (3.0.3)
P: 381-100-AB
concepts of Anthropology in the study
of a variety of contemporary issues.
The course may address a different
issue whenever it is offered. Topics
which may be considered in this
course include human sexuality in
cross-cultural perspective, the anthro-
pology of war and peace, and com-
parative religion, among others. The
specific description of the course will
be available from the department
each time the course is scheduled.
NNoottee:: Some Anthropology courses are
offered as complimentary courses.
Consult the complimentary course
section of the course calendar for a
list of available courses.
BIOLOGY
HUMAN BIOLOGY
101-901-RE (2.1.3)
Human Biology is a concentration
course for Social Science students in
the psychology profile. Focusing on
cell physiology, human reproduction
genetics and on the regulation of
homeostasis by the nervous and
endocrine systems, this course offers
an opportunity to develop an under-
standing of the biological concepts
which play an important role in
human behaviour.
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BUSINESS
The following courses - up to a maximum
of three - may be taken by SOCIAL SCI-
ENCE students. COMMERCE students are
required to take Introduction to Business,
one level two Business Administration
course or Money and Banking (econom-
ics). Accounting is recommended for stu-
dents pursuing business at university.
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
401-100-AB (3.0.3)
This course introduces students to the
primary functional areas of business
study, including management, market-
ing, accounting, finance, and law.
Students acquire an extensive knowl-
edge of business terms and concepts
as well as an understanding of the
role of business in society.
MARKETING
401-251-AB (3.0.3)
P: 401-100-AB
This course introduces students to
basic marketing concepts and phe-
nomena. It focuses on the social
impact of marketing practices, and
defines marketing as the process of
creating, distributing, promoting and
pricing goods services and ideas to
facilitate satisfying exchange relation-
ships in a dynamic environment.
INTRODUCTION TO
ACCOUNTING
401-254-AB (3.0.3)
P: 401-100-AB
fundamental principles and proce-
dures of the “double-entry” book-
keeping system as well as the
vocabulary found in business docu-
ments. Students learn correct meth-
ods of recording and reporting
financial data. The importance of cor-
rect reporting of financial information
for decision makers and its impact on
society is stressed.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
401-255-AB (3.0.3)
P: 401-100-AB
This course focuses on the impact of
International Business from the per-
spective of the various stakeholders
including business, consumers, gov-
ernment, employees and the physical,
social, and cultural environments in
the trend toward a more integrated
global economic system. Students
learn about how business, consumer,
and political objectives are played out
in the global marketplace and how
they impact on each other.
E-BUSINESS
401-256-AB (3.0.3)
P: 401-100-AB
This course explores strategic manage-
ment issues while simultaneously
examining the rapidly developing area
of business conduct on the Internet,
referred to as e-business (e-commerce).
Internet technology and globalization
are only two social environmental
forces that are greatly influencing
strategic management decision-mak-
ing. By examining these and other
forces, students will better appreciate
the strategic thinking that goes on
within a variety of organizations.
ECONOMICS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Some
universities require successful completion
of both Macroeconomics and
Microeconomics for entry into their
Commerce programs. At some universi-
ties students may receive an exemption
for Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
if their grade is 75% or more. Please
check with an Academic Advisor to verify
admission requirements.
MACROECONOMICS
383-920-AB (3.0.3)
This course familiarizes students with
important concepts such as the deter-
mination of gross domestic product,
unemployment rate, consumer price
index, business cycles, creation of
money and balance of payments.
Fiscal and monetary policies are
examined within the context of the
Canadian economy. Topics dealing
with international trade and finance
in relation to the Canadian experi-
ence are also discussed.
MICROECONOMICS
383-250-AB (3.0.3)
P:383-920-AB
This course acquaints students with
the basic principles of microeconom-
ics such as consumer theory, demand
and supply, elasticity, production and
costs, market structure and behavior,
and the determination of factor
incomes. Contemporary topics such
as the environment, urban issues and
government intervention in the mar-
ket are discussed.
Required course for the Commerce
profile.
MONEY AND BANKING
383-251-AB (3.0.3)
P: 383-920-AB
A continuation of Macroeconomics,
Money & Banking involves a more
detailed analysis of the money supply,
commercial banking system, non-
bank financial intermediaries and the
functions and operations of the Bank
of Canada. A more advanced
Macroeconomic model is developed
to give students greater insight into
the workings of the Canadian econo-
my. Economic policy is discussed in
relation to current developments in
Canadian and world economies.
This course fulfills the additional
Commerce level 2 course
requirements.
INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC
RELATIONS
383-252-AB (3.0.3)
P: 383-920-AB
This advanced course permits stu-
dents to apply economic principles to
a specific field of study. The pure the-
ory of international trade, terms of
trade, theory and applications of tar-
iffs, balance of payments and
exchange rates are discussed within
the context of Canada’s substantial
relation to other economies. The
nature and effects of international
economic institutions such as the
World Bank and International
Monetary Fund are also examined.
Although Macroeconomics (383-920-
RE) is the only prerequisite, students
will find this course more rewarding if
they have already taken both
Macroeconomics and
Microeconomics.
GEOGRAPHY
INTRODUCTION TO
GEOGRAPHY
320-100-AB (2.1.3)
main concepts, themes and methods
of geography. It looks at the major
subdisciplines of human and physical
geography, including population, cul-
tural and urban geography, climate,
earth and water resources, as well as
how maps can convey geographical
information. The relationship between
humans and their environments is
stressed throughout the course.
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