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Liberal Studies
LIBS 7001 - Critical Reading and Writing

Develops advanced skills in critical analysis, close reading and composition through lectures, discussion and group activities in which students analyse and evaluate materials from various disciplines. Readings might come from professional journals, reports, newspapers, magazines and literature. Multimedia such as video, music and the Internet may also be included. Prerequisite: equivalent of three credits of university/college composition or six credits BCIT Communication. (3 Credits)

Winter 2010


Jan 04-Apr 1215 Weeks$618.00CRN: 43095
Jan 04-Apr 12Mon1330-1620BBY NE23 102
Note: No class Monday, April 5 (Easter).  ***No classes during the Olympic Games period of February 13-28, 2010.  This is a 45-hour course.  In the case of fewer than 15 sessions, additional coursework will be assigned by instructor.***
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
course outlinein progress

Jan 04-Apr 1615 Weeks$618.00CRN: 43096
Jan 04-Apr 16  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Greater Vancouver Regional District area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinein progress

Jan 04-Apr 1615 Weeks$618.00CRN: 44505
Jan 04-Apr 16  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Greater Vancouver Regional District area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinein progress

Jan 04-Apr 1615 Weeks$618.00CRN: 44988
Jan 04-Apr 16  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Greater Vancouver Regional District area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinein progress

Jan 04-Apr 1615 Weeks$618.00CRN: 47656
Jan 04-Apr 16  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Greater Vancouver Regional District area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinein progress

Jan 04-Apr 1615 Weeks$618.00CRN: 49675
Jan 04-Apr 16  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Greater Vancouver Regional District area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinein progress

Jan 04-Apr 1615 Weeks$618.00CRN: 73331
Jan 04-Apr 16  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Greater Vancouver Regional District area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinein progress

Jan 04-Apr 1615 Weeks$618.00CRN: 74103
Jan 04-Apr 16  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Greater Vancouver Regional District area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinein progress

Jan 04-Apr 1215 Weeks$618.00CRN: 74104
Jan 04-Apr 12Mon1830-2130BBY SE6 210
Note: No class Monday, April 5 (Easter).  ***No classes during the Olympic Games period of February 13-28, 2010.  This is a 45-hour course.  In the case of fewer than 15 sessions, additional coursework will be assigned by instructor.***
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
course outlinein progress

Jan 05-Apr 1315 Weeks$618.00CRN: 44990
Jan 05-Apr 13Tue1830-2130BBY SW1 2016
Note: ***No classes during the Olympic Games period of February 13-28, 2010.  This is a 45-hour course.  In the case of fewer than 15 sessions, additional coursework will be assigned by instructor.***
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
course outlinein progress

Jan 06-Apr 1415 Weeks$618.00CRN: 48227
Jan 06-Apr 14Wed1830-2130BBY SW1 2024
Note: ***No classes during the Olympic Games period of February 13-28, 2010.  This is a 45-hour course.  In the case of fewer than 15 sessions, additional coursework will be assigned by instructor.***
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
course outlinein progress

Jan 06-Apr 1415 Weeks$618.00CRN: 74102
Jan 06-Apr 14Wed1130-1430BBY NE23 105
Note: ***No classes during the Olympic Games period of February 13-28, 2010.  This is a 45-hour course.  In the case of fewer than 15 sessions, additional coursework will be assigned by instructor.***
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
course outlinein progress

Jan 07-Apr 1515 Weeks$618.00CRN: 49631
Jan 07-Apr 15Thu1830-2130BBY SW1 2024
Instructor: Stephen Ogden
Note: ***No classes during the Olympic Games period of February 13-28, 2010.  This is a 45-hour course.  In the case of fewer than 15 sessions, additional coursework will be assigned by instructor.***
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
course outlinein progress

Spring/Summer 2010


Apr 26-Aug 0615 Weeks$618.00CRN: 29695
Apr 26-Aug 06  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinefull

Apr 26-Aug 0615 Weeks$618.00CRN: 50866
Apr 26-Aug 06  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlineadd to cart

Apr 26-Aug 0615 Weeks$618.00CRN: 51736
Apr 26-Aug 06  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinefull

Apr 27-Aug 0315 Weeks$618.00CRN: 28529
Apr 27-Aug 03Tue1830-2130BBY SE6 114
Note: ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON THE DESIGNATED DATE AND TIME. 
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
course outlinefull

Apr 28-Aug 0415 Weeks$618.00CRN: 28531
Apr 28-Aug 04Wed1830-2130BBY SE6 112
Note: ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON THE DESIGNATED DATE AND TIME. 
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
course outlinefull

May 10-Jul 3012 Weeks$618.00CRN: 58580
May 10-Jul 30  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinefull

May 10-Jul 3012 Weeks$618.00CRN: 58581
May 10-Jul 30  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlinefull

May 10-Jul 3012 Weeks$618.00CRN: 58582
May 10-Jul 30  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlineadd to cart

May 10-Jul 3012 Weeks$618.00CRN: 58583
May 10-Jul 30  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlineadd to cart

May 10-Jul 3012 Weeks$618.00CRN: 58584
May 10-Jul 30  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course.  There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses.  You must have an email address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents.  ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON DESIGNATED DATES AND TIMES.  If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor administer the exam. 
Note: Internet delivery format.
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
course outlineadd to cart


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