Email: Computing Flexible Learning
As Operations Coordinator for Computing Flexible Learning I work directly with 65+ instructors. My role includes collaborating with the Program Head to provide functional direction to 4 Program Assistants to organize, manage the scheduling and the set up over 150 COMP part-time course sections every term.
Computing Flexible Learning is the largest single department area in the School of Computing and Academic Studies, SoCAS. We deliver COMP courses into 15 different computing programs including laddered credentials to the CST FLEX Diploma.
As a spreadsheet expert, I teach MS Excel from beginner to advanced as a Flexible Learning instructor. Teaching fitness classes at the Burnaby campus initially led me to apply to work full-time at BCIT. Over the last 18 years, I have also volunteered for several committees including the BCIT Education Council and the Emergency Response Team.
For almost 20 years it has been a privilege to be a part of the BCIT Computing Flexible Learning team. As well as helping to grow our department, I have grown personally and have been able to earn credentials in business management and education.
My focus is on year-round planning, sustainable operations, academic integrity and the success of over 2,500 individual students every year.
As Program Assistant for Computing Flexible Learning, I work with a Flexible Learning Coordinator and Program Head to support 65+ Instructors and 2,500+ students in 15 programs. My portfolio includes: MS Office, Computer Applications, Database and Analytics Technologies.
I work with hundreds of students every term to manage priority registrations. Due to limited available seats, student priority is based on two main factors; prerequisite completion and program declaration.
My goal is to help students find answers or point them in the right direction. Every term when registration opens we are very busy and manage a large number of student enquires. The best and fastest method of communication is by email: cstflex@bcit.ca. Include your student number and allow 2-3 business days for a reply.
As Program Assistant for Computing Flexible Learning, I work with a Flexible Learning Coordinator and Program Head to support 65+ Instructors and 2,500+ students in 15 programs. My portfolio includes: Dental Reception, Web, and Systems Analysis.
I work with hundreds of students every term to manage priority registrations. Due to limited available seats, student priority is based on two main factors; prerequisite completion and program declaration.
Part of my role on the COMP Flexible Learning team is to help manage priority registrations. Due to limited available seats, student priority is based on prerequisite completion and program declaration. My goal is to help students find answers or point them in the right direction.
When registration opens we are very busy and manage a large number of student enquires. The best and fastest method of communication is by email: cstflex@bcit.ca.
Always be sure to include your student number and allow 2-3 business days for a reply when registration opens and at term start. Please do not send the same request multiple times, or phone us the same day after sending your email.
Cheers!
I work part-time in Computing Flexible Learning as a Program Assistant collaborating with the team and Program Head to support over 2,000 students a term.
I spend the rest of my time as a Program Coordinator for the Full-time Computer Systems Technology (CST) Diploma, and coordinating several major projects for the Computing Department.
My portfolio also includes helping guide Full-time CST and CIT Diploma students interested in moving to Flexible Learning. I also manage COMP Flexible Learning PLAR exams and support priority registrations during busy times.
During registration, we handle lots of student questions and requests. Since spots are limited, priority is given based on prerequisite completion and program declaration.
I’m here to guide you. For quick communication, email me at cstflex@bcit.ca. Please share your student number and expect a reply in 2-3 business days, especially during registration and the start of each term.
As Program Assistant for Computing Flexible Learning, I work with a Flexible Learning Coordinator and Program Head to support 65+ Instructors and 2,500+ students in 15 programs. My portfolio includes: Computer Concepts, Programming Languages, Agile Development and Security courses.
I work with hundreds of students every term to manage priority registrations. Due to limited available seats, student priority is based on two main factors; prerequisite completion and program declaration.
My goal is to help students find answers or point them in the right direction. Every term when registration opens we are very busy and manage a large number of student enquires.
The best and fastest method of communication is by email: cstflex@bcit.ca. Include your student number and allow 2-3 business days for a reply.
At the start of my business career I focused on operations, recruitment, and training. I learned to manage by the bottom line and became regional supervisor. I acquired skills in customer service, advertising, and building brand loyalty. This led to national marketing campaigns and new product development which helped me grow the business exponentially.
I was an early adopter of the personal computer for business use. My next role was with an international computer manufacturer to market their PC line to education and government accounts. By 1987 our business model changed to include turn-key PC solutions with peripherals, software, and service from our Victoria office.
After piloting some of the first networked PC labs with education software into BC high schools, I was promoted to branch manager of the Vancouver Computer Centre. At the same time, I also delivered classroom training, and managed our VAR channel. Then I took on a technical role as a systems integrator, and in 1992 became the lead Computer Support Rep for Western Canada.
After 20 years of business experience, I joined BCIT as Operations Coordinator for Computer Systems Technology (CST) Part-time Studies. My job description included increasing student satisfaction and doubling registrations. I achieved that goal in 1999 by listening to the students and working with industry to develop new courses and programs.
As program head I lead 65+ instructors with a Flexible Learning Operations Coordinator and three program assistants. I developed a series of Applied Associate Certificates as sub-sets of the CST Diploma laddered credentials.
In the process I have written, produced and directed over 100 new industry-driven courses with above-average student satisfaction ratings. These evening and weekend COMP courses have generated more than eighty million dollars ($80m) in tuition and made Computing the single largest program area at BCIT.
I created our first sector-based website and it became a model used across the institute. In 2008, I established “BCIT School of Computing” as a re-brand for the CST department and directed the development of the first landing page for all BCIT Computing programs.
In order to increase student success I created the Computing Flexible Learning Student Guide. My methods were documented as best practices for Flexible Learning Coordinators and Program Heads.
Since the 90s I have recruited, onboarded, and mentored over 50 new part-time faculty. I have also participated on many councils and selection committees for dean, associate dean, and full-time faculty positions. Currently I am a member of the Flexible Learning Part-time Studies PD Committee.
My tagline, “Start with just one course,” has helped the general public learn new skills one course at a time. BCIT has enabled me to achieve my goals of developing applied post-secondary credentials which did not previously exist. Over my last 25 years at BCIT, I feel fortunate to have helped tens of thousands of individuals advance their Computing and IT careers.
Not sure where to begin?
- COMP 1002 – Applied Computer Concepts
COMP 1002 is the foundation for all Computing Flexible Learning courses.
Each of the following core courses is an introduction and designed to determine your interest in different aspects of Computing and IT.