Programs & Courses

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 2012


Jan 09-Apr 1615 Weeks$621.71CRN: 43095
Jan 09-Apr 16Mon13:30-16:20BBY NE23 102
Note: No class Monday, April 9 (Easter). ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON THE DESIGNATED DATE AND TIME. This is a 45-hour course. In the case of fewer than 15 sessions, additional coursework will be assigned by instructor.
Note: For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
course outlinefull

Jan 09-Apr 2015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 43096
Jan 09-Apr 20  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course, 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: 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 09-Apr 2015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 44505
Jan 09-Apr 20  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course, 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

Jan 09-Apr 2015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 44988
Jan 09-Apr 20  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course, 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: 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 09-Apr 2015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 47656
Jan 09-Apr 20  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course, 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: 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 09-Apr 2015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 49675
Jan 09-Apr 20  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course, 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 outlinecancelled

Jan 09-Apr 2015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 73331
Jan 09-Apr 20  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course, 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: 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 09-Apr 2015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 74103
Jan 09-Apr 20  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course, 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 outlinecancelled

Jan 09-Apr 1615 Weeks$621.71CRN: 74104
Jan 09-Apr 16Mon18:30-21:30BBY SW1 3150
Note: No class on Monday, April 9 (Easter). This is a 45 hour course. If there are fewer than 15 sessions, additional course work will be assigned by the instructor. ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON THE DESIGNATED DATE AND TIME.
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 09-Apr 2015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 78341
Jan 09-Apr 20  NET
Note: ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams.*** Course, 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 outlinecancelled

Jan 10-Apr 1715 Weeks$621.71CRN: 44990
Jan 10-Jan 17Tue18:30-21:30BBY NE23 105
Jan 24-Apr 17Tue18:30-21:30BBY SW1 2024
Note: ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON THE DESIGNATED DATE AND TIME.
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 11-Apr 1815 Weeks$621.71CRN: 48227
Jan 11-Apr 18Wed18:30-21:30BBY SW1 2024
Note: ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON THE DESIGNATED DATE AND TIME.
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 11-Apr 1815 Weeks$621.71CRN: 74102
Jan 11-Mar 09Wed11:30-14:20BBY SW1 3170
Mar 19-Apr 18Wed11:30-14:20BBY NE1 410
Note: ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON THE DESIGNATED DATE AND TIME.
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 12-Apr 1915 Weeks$621.71CRN: 49631
Jan 12-Apr 19Thu18:30-21:30BBY SW1 2024
Note: ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON THE DESIGNATED DATE AND TIME.
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 12-Apr 1915 Weeks$621.71CRN: 78340
Jan 12-Apr 19Thu18:30-21:30BBY   
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 outlinecancelled

Spring/Summer 2012


Apr 30-Aug 1015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 29695
Apr 30-Aug 10  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 30-Aug 1015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 50866
Apr 30-Aug 10  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 30-Aug 1015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 51736
Apr 30-Aug 10  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 30-Aug 1015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 57899
Apr 30-Aug 10  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 30-Aug 1015 Weeks$621.71CRN: 58585
Apr 30-Aug 10  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 exam 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 of 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 01-Aug 0715 Weeks$621.71CRN: 28529
May 01-Aug 07Tue18:30-21:30BBY SE6 114
Note: ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON THE DESIGNATED DATE AND TIME.
course outlineadd to cart

May 02-Aug 0815 Weeks$621.71CRN: 28531
May 02-Aug 08Wed18:30-21:30BBY SW1 2024
Note: ALL FINAL EXAMS MUST BE WRITTEN DURING THE LAST WEEK OF THE COURSE ON THE DESIGNATED DATE AND TIME.
course outlineadd to cart

May 14-Aug 0312 Weeks$621.71CRN: 58580
May 14-Aug 03  NET
Note: THIS SECTION IS FOR CURRENT FULL-TIME NURSING STUDENTS ONLY. Students who register for this section who not enrolled in the BCIT Nursing Program will be withdrawn. ***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 14-Aug 0312 Weeks$621.71CRN: 58581
May 14-Aug 03  NET
Note: THIS SECTION IS FOR CURRENT FULL-TIME NURSING STUDENTS ONLY. Students who register for this section who are not enrolled in the BCIT Nursing Program will be withdrawn. ***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 14-Aug 0312 Weeks$621.71CRN: 58582
May 14-Aug 03  NET
Note: THIS SECTION IS FOR CURRENT FULL-TIME NURSING STUDENTS ONLY. Students who register for this section who are not enrolled in the BCIT Nursing Program will be withdrawn. ***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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