Course Overview
The course covers topics of importance to new and continuing students on how to balance school and related activities to enhance chances of success in their academic careers. In this course students will learn a variety of different techniques to improve study habits, note taking, and time management skills. The class will also present other topics of interest to CST students and will introduce students to various support systems at BCIT.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will develop:
- Determine alternate paths to completion for the CST program.
- Explain the differences between the different CST options.
- List several job opportunities for CST graduates.
- Make an informed decision about applying to the co-op program.
- Find available BCIT and online resources.
- Identify and follow BCIT policies.
- Apply time management techniques to the CST schedule.
- Explain the strengths and weaknesses of different critical thinking strategies and techniques
- Demonstrate multiple note-taking techniques.
- Identify how to apply different test taking techniques and strategies.
Effective as of Fall 2014
Related Programs
CST Program Fundamentals (COMP 1100) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Computer Systems Technology
Diploma Full-time
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