Les diplômés du programme d’Histoire et civilisation du Cégep Heritage College sont bien préparés à s’épanouir dans les programmes universitaires et à poursuivre des carrières dans le milieu académique, le journalisme, le droit, l’éducation, l’analyse des politiques, et bien d’autres domaines. Au début du programme, les étudiant.e.s suivent des cours d’introduction en anglais, en philosophie, en histoire, en santé et activité physique et en méthodes de recherche.
Au fur et à mesure qu’ils avancent dans le programme, ils étudient des sujets plus spécifiques, tels que la poésie épique, la philosophie moderne, l’éthique et les droits de l’homme. Tout au long du programme, les étudiant.e.s choisissent des cours facultatifs tels que l’histoire de l’art, le cinéma, l’art dramatique, la psychologie générale et bien d’autres encore.
Enfin, au cours de leur quatrième session, les étudiant.e.s réalisent un projet d’intégration substantiel dans lequel ils appliquent des idées issues de l’ensemble du programme d’études en Histoire et civilisation à un sujet de leur choix.
Physical activity and health is an introductory course that combines a variety of physical activities in order to promote an active and healthy lifestyle. Stress management, motivational factors, designing an exercise program, healthy eating habits and nutrition are some of the topics that complement the weekly activities. Students are expected to participate to the best of their ability in a fun-filled environment. The following activities may be offered: Soccer, Ultimate, Volleyball, Hockey, Ringette, Basketball, Snowshoeing, Hiking, Cross country running, Weight training, Circuit training, Yoga, Badminton, Flexibility, and Relaxation, and others.
This course is directed toward improving English language skills by extensive written work based on literary texts. It uses the same textbooks as the Introduction to College English: Literature, but because of the emphasis on writing skills has a reduced list of readings.
This course’s emphasis is on how knowledge is defined, acquired, transmitted and applied. Students examine both messages and media to identify the strengths and limitations of each. Students learn to situate knowledge in a social, historical and personal context, a skill they will need in order to become lifelong learners.
(For Liberal Arts students)
This course is designed to introduce students to the principles and methods of research and writing in the overall academic area of the Liberal Arts. Students will acquire the skills they need to undertake research and to master the technologies associated with pursuing academic studies in today’s library.
This course aims to introduce the student to the historical study of antiquity through a survey of ancient civilization, beginning with Mesopotamia and Egypt, and carrying on through the cultures of ancient Greece and Rome. In so doing, the student will be made aware of the character, originality, achievements, and lasting accomplishments of these ancient cultures, and how each in turn has left its imprint on our world today.
The objective of this course is to introduce students to the faith and teachings of the three related monotheistic religions which originated in the ancient Mid-East, namely, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
(Prerequisite: Secondary V Mathematics: Technical and Scientific or Science Options or equivalent)
This is a course in Differential Calculus designed for students in Social Science and Liberal Arts. The course starts by reviewing the properties of different functions and their graphs. Limits are calculated and linked to the long-term behavior of models of various real-world situations. The derivative is used to solve marginal analysis, rate of change, optimization, and demographics problems from the Social Sciences, including Business and Economics.
The purpose of the second set is to encourage students to use a goal-oriented approach to improve the effectiveness of a physical activity whether it is a sport, corporal expression or an outdoor activity. After an initial assessment, students evaluate the physical activity in terms of their ability and attitudes; they set goals and try an approach aimed at improving their motor skills, their technique or their mastery of complex strategies. Finally, students are called upon to assess their progress.
involves the introduction of skills including serving, underhand and overhead strokes, rules and etiquette of the game and basic strategies of singles and doubles play.
This course provides a great opportunity to work out with a group in a friendly setting, where everyone works to their own capacity. Workouts will consist of different training approaches based on the five fitness components. The resistance used will be of personal choice of weights and/or body weight. Ultimately all workouts will provide both cardiovascular and muscular strength/endurance benefits, resulting in a very functional form of fitness
Students will experience a blend of activities such as yoga, meditation and stress management techniques. The course aims to increase flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and muscular strength through a variety of workoutswhile developing awareness of mind and body.
involves learning the skills and strategies to comfortably use the winter environment to travel over snow and ice. Snow sports will include cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and skating in the Gatineau Park and surrounding facilities. Exercising in cold weather conditions requires an understanding of proper nutrition, safety management, cold weather injuries, and dressing techniques; all topics that are covered in the course.
This course is condensed into the first seven weeks of the winter semester.
This is a true Canadian experience.
will allow students to experience the health advantages and adventure of outdoor based activities. Students will learn skills important to safely adventure in the outdoors including navigational skills, wilderness first aid, risk management and basic survival skills while engaging in a range of outdoor activities that will build their muscular and cardiovascular endurance. This course is condensed into the first seven weeks of the fall semester.
focuses on the progression of fundamental skills,. Team Sports is comprised of three different activities each lasting five weeks, to be determined by the individual teacher. Three of the following sports could be offered: Soccer, Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball, Ultimate Frisbee or others.
is a practice that has evolved over a period of approximately 5,000 years dealing with all aspects of health. The term yoga literally means union of mind and body. Throughout the semester, students will be introduced to the many different styles of yoga, focusing on a variety of forward bends, back bending and balancing postures.
The course focuses on how individuals, groups, societies or nations organize ideas, perceptions and values into explanatory patterns. Students explore major ideas and value systems by which diverse individuals, groups, societies or nations seek to explain the world and their place in it.
This course studies ancient Greek philosophy and the cultural world in which it arose. A major text of the period will be read and discussed. Students learn how to identify, analyze and criticize philosophical ideas.
Ce cours présente aux étudiant.e.s en Histoire et civilisation les textes classiques grecs et romains les plus importants, notamment les œuvres d’Homère, de Virgile et d’Ovide. Les principaux thèmes et conventions de ces œuvres sont examinés à la lumière de leur importance dans la formation de la culture et de la pensée occidentales.
(Prerequisite: 201-SH2-RE OR 201-SN2-RE)
This course continues the study of limits alongside an introduction to the definite integral and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. It covers techniques of integration, improper integrals, and applications to areas, probabilities, and economics. Differential equations related to real-world situations are constructed and solved.
Ce cours vise à transmettre aux étudiant.e.s une compréhension critique et une appréciation du développement historique et des idées importantes de la science médiévale et moderne, ainsi que de leurs méthodes, procédures et découvertes.
This course introduces students to the historical development and mutual influences of European and neighbouring civilizations from the period following the collapse of the Western Roman Empire to the twentieth century. Selected time periods and regions are examined to illustrate the continuity of ideas and institutions.
Les étudiant.e.s exploreront des thèmes sélectionnés tels qu’ils figurent dans l’histoire de l’art, en examinant des œuvres d’art et en établissant des liens entre différentes cultures et périodes.
The course introduces students to modern Western philosophy (15th to 20th century) as expressed in the writings of some of its major philosophers (e.g. Descartes and Hume). Topics covered may include epistemology (e.g. rationalism, empiricism, transcendentalism), metaphysics (e.g. human nature, God, mind/body problem, personal identity, meaning of life), and value theory (e.g. morality, politics). Some contemporary versions of philosophical issues stemming from modern philosophy (e.g. nature of consciousness, free will) may also be explored.
(Prerequisite: Secondary V Mathematics: Technical and Scientific or Science Options or equivalent)
Matrices and their operations are introduced to solve systems of linear equations using Gaussian elimination and inverses. Vectors in Euclidean space, scalar products, and vector products are used to study geometry in two and three dimensions. Applications include Markov chains, Leontief Economic models, and linear programming.
Les étudiant.e.s apprennent les bases du dessin. Aucune compétence particulière n’est requise, car il s’agit d’un cours « pratique ». Cette introduction permet aux étudiant.e.s de se familiariser non seulement avec les aspects techniques du dessin, mais aussi, et surtout, avec le processus artistique. Le cours commence lentement dans un studio soigneusement supervisé. Il s’agit d’un cours pour tous, qui permet aux étudiant.e.s de prendre conscience de la discipline et de l’apprécier.
Pour savoir comment se comprendre et comprendre les autres, il faut d’abord comprendre les fondements du comportement humain. L’étude de la psychologie fournit aux étudiant.e.s des explications sur les raisons pour lesquelles les gens pensent et agissent comme ils le font. Dans ce cours, les étudiant.e.s recevront une introduction générale à la discipline de la psychologie. Les principaux sujets abordés sont l’apprentissage, la mémoire, la perception, la conscience, la pensée et le langage, ainsi que les dimensions biologiques de l’être humain.
This course is designed for students pursuing studies in Science or Arts. The literature texts studied focus on subjects pertaining to these two fields, including: the portrayals of scientists and artists, the search for truth, the roles of the artist and the scientist, and the concerns of science fiction. The course also introduces students to the basic assumptions and theories of literary criticism (new criticism, reader-response, deconstructive, biographical, historical, new historical, psychological, feminist) as they pertain to the three core disciplines. Students learn to apply theory in the analysis of texts and in their own writing. Each student also engages in an oral presentation that deals with issues pertaining to science, liberal arts, and visual arts.
This course explores the philosophical and historical foundations of the concept of human rights. It examines the seminal philosophical literature on the subject and the history of the most important codes and charters of rights.
(Prerequisites: 109-101-MQ, 109-102-MQ)
The third physical education course is aimed at integrating physical activity into the student’s daily lifestyle through more effective application of related personal factors (i.e. time management, motivation, nutrition needs, designing an exercise program) that contribute to continued participation. During scheduled course hours, the student will be introduced to new skills and concepts related to the specific activity chosen. The student is also expected to maintain regular physical activity outside class hours within a personal activity program under the professor’s supervision by applying the knowledge gained while integrating new course material.
This course will encourage students to assume more responsibility for directing and managing their own fitness & health. Students will develop programs related to cardiovascular health, flexibility, muscular strength, stress management, nutrition and other lifestyle habits. Students will work in groups to prepare and present a specific component of fitness or health to the class and will participate weekly in group fitness activities or workouts. They will independently create and execute their own fitness and health program addressing all components of fitness.
The group activity portion of this course will consist of a three day canoe camping trip on local waterways providing a quintessential Canadian experience. Students will be involved with various organizational aspects of the trip such as purchasing food, planning and preparing meals over fires/camp stoves, preparing and maintaining fires and other responsibilities associated with building camp. The rest of the semester is completed independently, with the guidance of the teacher, focusing on the student’s personal activity program that they have designed for themselves.
No matter where you are, cycling is a great way to travel and at the same time, benefit from some fresh air and exercise. In this course we will start off with preliminary outings that will take us into the Gatineau Park with a focus on bike selection, proper positioning and gear use. In addition, we will select, plan, and divide up the responsibilities for an overnight cycle tour in the region. Also, students will have planned and managed a personal activity of their choice in a health enhancing approach over the entire semester.
Fitness and Strength Training will allow students to develop and use personalized resistance training and cardiovascular training programs throughout the course. Classes are in two blocks that are broken down between workout/application and lecture.
This course will allow students to discover the Gatineau Park through many of its hiking trails. Three to four weekend outings will take them to different areas of the park to explore the diversity that the park has to offer. Topics covered during the hikes will include ‘leave no trace’ principles, local flora and fauna, risk management, appropriate clothing and footwear, local history, and basic hiking techniques. The rest of the semester is completed independently, with the guidance of the teacher, focusing on the student’s personal activity program that they have designed for themselves.
This course will encourage students to assume more responsibility for directing and managing their own sport experience. Students will develop sport-specific techniques and fitness; appreciate and be able to execute sport-specific strategic play; share planning and administration of sport experiences; provide responsible leadership. Classes are in two hour weekly blocks.
This weekend course will emphasize the importance of mind and body awareness through a broad range of activities which include yoga, meditation, Qi Gong and relaxation techniques. In addition, the outings may include hiking, orienteering and ziplining in the fall or snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, indoor climbing in the winter among other adventures depending on the year. The rest of the semester is completed independently, with the guidance of the teacher, focusing on the student’s personal activity program that they have designed for themselves.
This course explores a variety of outdoor paddling sports that will introduce and refine paddling skills during three weekend day outings on local rivers and lakes. The students will be introduced to Stand up Paddling, Dragon boating and Canoeing with a focus on flat water skills, equipment knowledge, and safety. The rest of the semester is completed independently, with the guidance of the teacher, focusing on the student’s personal activity program that they have designed for themselves.
Snowshoeing is an excellent low impact, cardiovascular winter workout. Students will explore different types of terrain and visit different areas in the Gatineau Park over three weekend outings at the beginning of the winter semester. The rest of the semester is completed independently, with the guidance of the teacher, focusing on the student’s personal activity program that they have designed for themselves.
This course is a 15 week introductory course on the benefits and application of meditation. Classes will consist of various techniques to help with sharpening the mind for reflection and introspection. We will review various yoga postures to help with sitting for longer periods of time and students will be given tools to make improvements to their overall health and well being by selecting micro health habits. The overall objective of this course will be to give students the tools to live a long and happy life.
(Cours préalable recommandé : 300-302-94)
Ce cours est proposé au cours de la dernière session du programme d’Histoire et civilisation et réunit les enseignant.e.s et les étudiant.e.s dans un projet d’apprentissage interactif. Les étudiant.e.s doivent produire un travail de recherche original qui intègre au moins trois disciplines qu’ils ont étudiées dans le cadre du programme. L’objectif est de montrer la cohésion sous-jacente de la condition humaine et d’aider les étudiant.e.s à identifier et à clarifier les perspectives des différentes disciplines. Enfin, le cours donne aux étudiant.e.s l’occasion de réfléchir à leur apprentissage avant de poursuivre leurs études à l’université.
L’objectif de ce cours est de démontrer la nature du raisonnement formel. A cette fin, ce cours présentera aux étudiant.e.s : certains des concepts centraux des mathématiques et de la logique tels que la validité, la solidité, la preuve, l’axiome, le postulat, le théorème, la cohérence, etc. ; les systèmes déductifs et inductifs ; les principes de la pensée postulatoire et leur importance pour une grande partie des mathématiques ordinaires.
Les étudiant.e.s qui n’ont pas de compétences formelles ou d’expérience préalable en matière d’art peuvent explorer différents médias dans un atelier soigneusement supervisé. Ils apprennent à créer des objets en trois dimensions. Ce cours est conçu pour familiariser l’étudiant.e non-artiste avec les méthodes de base de la composition, du modelage, de la sculpture et de la construction en trois dimensions.
◉ Pour les titulaires de certificat d’admissibilité qui ont atteint le niveau 100 ou 101 en français
◈ Pour les titulaires de certificat d’éligibilité qui sont au niveau 102 ou 103 en français
▣ Pour les non-titulaires d’un certificat d’éligibilité
This course is directed toward improving English language skills by extensive written work based on literary texts. It uses the same textbooks as the Introduction to College English: Literature, but because of the emphasis on writing skills has a reduced list of readings.
This course’s emphasis is on how knowledge is defined, acquired, transmitted and applied. Students examine both messages and media to identify the strengths and limitations of each. Students learn to situate knowledge in a social, historical and personal context, a skill they will need in order to become lifelong learners.
Physical activity and health is an introductory course that combines a variety of physical activities in order to promote an active and healthy lifestyle. Stress management, motivational factors, designing an exercise program, healthy eating habits and nutrition are some of the topics that complement the weekly activities. Students are expected to participate to the best of their ability in a fun-filled environment. The following activities may be offered: Soccer, Ultimate, Volleyball, Hockey, Ringette, Basketball, Snowshoeing, Hiking, Cross country running, Weight training, Circuit training, Yoga, Badminton, Flexibility, and Relaxation, and others.
(For Liberal Arts students)
This course is designed to introduce students to the principles and methods of research and writing in the overall academic area of the Liberal Arts. Students will acquire the skills they need to undertake research and to master the technologies associated with pursuing academic studies in today’s library.
This course aims to introduce the student to the historical study of antiquity through a survey of ancient civilization, beginning with Mesopotamia and Egypt, and carrying on through the cultures of ancient Greece and Rome. In so doing, the student will be made aware of the character, originality, achievements, and lasting accomplishments of these ancient cultures, and how each in turn has left its imprint on our world today.
The objective of this course is to introduce students to the faith and teachings of the three related monotheistic religions which originated in the ancient Mid-East, namely, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
Students begin to learn the vocabulary associated with analyzing painting, sculpture and architecture. They will make appropriate connections between the artworks and their socio-historical contexts. They will observe and study specific movements in the history of art beginning with the notion of artworks from Ancient Greece to the 17th century.
This is an introductory course in the Spanish language which covers the basic requirements to understand and communicate with Hispanics. Oral comprehension and oral expression are emphasized throughout this course. Students who are fluent in the Spanish language will not be permitted to enroll in this course.
How do films communicate; what do films communicate? This course is a study of the language of film: its conventions, mechanisms, grammar, development and effect.
The purpose of the second set is to encourage students to use a goal-oriented approach to improve the effectiveness of a physical activity whether it is a sport, corporal expression or an outdoor activity. After an initial assessment, students evaluate the physical activity in terms of their ability and attitudes; they set goals and try an approach aimed at improving their motor skills, their technique or their mastery of complex strategies. Finally, students are called upon to assess their progress.
involves the introduction of skills including serving, underhand and overhead strokes, rules and etiquette of the game and basic strategies of singles and doubles play.
This course provides a great opportunity to work out with a group in a friendly setting, where everyone works to their own capacity. Workouts will consist of different training approaches based on the five fitness components. The resistance used will be of personal choice of weights and/or body weight. Ultimately all workouts will provide both cardiovascular and muscular strength/endurance benefits, resulting in a very functional form of fitness
Students will experience a blend of activities such as yoga, meditation and stress management techniques. The course aims to increase flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and muscular strength through a variety of workoutswhile developing awareness of mind and body.
involves learning the skills and strategies to comfortably use the winter environment to travel over snow and ice. Snow sports will include cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and skating in the Gatineau Park and surrounding facilities. Exercising in cold weather conditions requires an understanding of proper nutrition, safety management, cold weather injuries, and dressing techniques; all topics that are covered in the course.
This course is condensed into the first seven weeks of the winter semester.
This is a true Canadian experience.
will allow students to experience the health advantages and adventure of outdoor based activities. Students will learn skills important to safely adventure in the outdoors including navigational skills, wilderness first aid, risk management and basic survival skills while engaging in a range of outdoor activities that will build their muscular and cardiovascular endurance. This course is condensed into the first seven weeks of the fall semester.
focuses on the progression of fundamental skills,. Team Sports is comprised of three different activities each lasting five weeks, to be determined by the individual teacher. Three of the following sports could be offered: Soccer, Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball, Ultimate Frisbee or others.
is a practice that has evolved over a period of approximately 5,000 years dealing with all aspects of health. The term yoga literally means union of mind and body. Throughout the semester, students will be introduced to the many different styles of yoga, focusing on a variety of forward bends, back bending and balancing postures.
The course focuses on how individuals, groups, societies or nations organize ideas, perceptions and values into explanatory patterns. Students explore major ideas and value systems by which diverse individuals, groups, societies or nations seek to explain the world and their place in it.
This course studies ancient Greek philosophy and the cultural world in which it arose. A major text of the period will be read and discussed. Students learn how to identify, analyze and criticize philosophical ideas.
Ce cours présente aux étudiant.e.s en Histoire et civilisation les textes classiques grecs et romains les plus importants, notamment les œuvres d’Homère, de Virgile et d’Ovide. Les principaux thèmes et conventions de ces œuvres sont examinés à la lumière de leur importance dans la formation de la culture et de la pensée occidentales.
Students learn the vocabulary associated with analyzing painting, sculpture and architecture. They will make appropriate connections between the artworks and their socio-historical context. They will observe and study specific movements in the history of art from the 17th century to present day.
This course is offered to students who have acquired the basic skills of communication in Spanish (Level I) and who wish to further develop their proficiency. Students will develop both their oral and written skills in Spanish.
This course introduces students to the historical development and mutual influences of European and neighbouring civilizations from the period following the collapse of the Western Roman Empire to the twentieth century. Selected time periods and regions are examined to illustrate the continuity of ideas and institutions.
Les étudiant.e.s exploreront des thèmes sélectionnés tels qu’ils figurent dans l’histoire de l’art, en examinant des œuvres d’art et en établissant des liens entre différentes cultures et périodes.
Ce cours vise à transmettre aux étudiant.e.s une compréhension critique et une appréciation du développement historique et des idées importantes de la science médiévale et moderne, ainsi que de leurs méthodes, procédures et découvertes.
The course introduces students to modern Western philosophy (15th to 20th century) as expressed in the writings of some of its major philosophers (e.g. Descartes and Hume). Topics covered may include epistemology (e.g. rationalism, empiricism, transcendentalism), metaphysics (e.g. human nature, God, mind/body problem, personal identity, meaning of life), and value theory (e.g. morality, politics). Some contemporary versions of philosophical issues stemming from modern philosophy (e.g. nature of consciousness, free will) may also be explored.
Les étudiant.e.s apprennent les bases du dessin. Aucune compétence particulière n’est requise, car il s’agit d’un cours « pratique ». Cette introduction permet aux étudiant.e.s de se familiariser non seulement avec les aspects techniques du dessin, mais aussi, et surtout, avec le processus artistique. Le cours commence lentement dans un studio soigneusement supervisé. Il s’agit d’un cours pour tous, qui permet aux étudiant.e.s de prendre conscience de la discipline et de l’apprécier.
How do films communicate; what do films communicate? This course is a study of the language of film: its conventions, mechanisms, grammar, development and effect.
Ce cours d’initiation consiste en une étude empirique et théorique du comportement humain et des processus mentaux. En tant qu’introduction générale à la psychologie, les principaux sujets abordés sont l’apprentissage, la mémoire, la perception, la conscience, la pensée et le langage, ainsi que les dimensions biologiques de l’être humain. Ce cours initie les étudiant.e.s à la rédaction de travaux de recherche formels en psychologie.
This course is designed for students pursuing studies in Science or Arts. The literature texts studied focus on subjects pertaining to these two fields, including: the portrayals of scientists and artists, the search for truth, the roles of the artist and the scientist, and the concerns of science fiction. The course also introduces students to the basic assumptions and theories of literary criticism (new criticism, reader-response, deconstructive, biographical, historical, new historical, psychological, feminist) as they pertain to the three core disciplines. Students learn to apply theory in the analysis of texts and in their own writing. Each student also engages in an oral presentation that deals with issues pertaining to science, liberal arts, and visual arts.
This course explores the philosophical and historical foundations of the concept of human rights. It examines the seminal philosophical literature on the subject and the history of the most important codes and charters of rights.
(Prerequisites: 109-101-MQ, 109-102-MQ)
The third physical education course is aimed at integrating physical activity into the student’s daily lifestyle through more effective application of related personal factors (i.e. time management, motivation, nutrition needs, designing an exercise program) that contribute to continued participation. During scheduled course hours, the student will be introduced to new skills and concepts related to the specific activity chosen. The student is also expected to maintain regular physical activity outside class hours within a personal activity program under the professor’s supervision by applying the knowledge gained while integrating new course material.
This course will encourage students to assume more responsibility for directing and managing their own fitness & health. Students will develop programs related to cardiovascular health, flexibility, muscular strength, stress management, nutrition and other lifestyle habits. Students will work in groups to prepare and present a specific component of fitness or health to the class and will participate weekly in group fitness activities or workouts. They will independently create and execute their own fitness and health program addressing all components of fitness.
The group activity portion of this course will consist of a three day canoe camping trip on local waterways providing a quintessential Canadian experience. Students will be involved with various organizational aspects of the trip such as purchasing food, planning and preparing meals over fires/camp stoves, preparing and maintaining fires and other responsibilities associated with building camp. The rest of the semester is completed independently, with the guidance of the teacher, focusing on the student’s personal activity program that they have designed for themselves.
No matter where you are, cycling is a great way to travel and at the same time, benefit from some fresh air and exercise. In this course we will start off with preliminary outings that will take us into the Gatineau Park with a focus on bike selection, proper positioning and gear use. In addition, we will select, plan, and divide up the responsibilities for an overnight cycle tour in the region. Also, students will have planned and managed a personal activity of their choice in a health enhancing approach over the entire semester.
Fitness and Strength Training will allow students to develop and use personalized resistance training and cardiovascular training programs throughout the course. Classes are in two blocks that are broken down between workout/application and lecture.
This course will allow students to discover the Gatineau Park through many of its hiking trails. Three to four weekend outings will take them to different areas of the park to explore the diversity that the park has to offer. Topics covered during the hikes will include ‘leave no trace’ principles, local flora and fauna, risk management, appropriate clothing and footwear, local history, and basic hiking techniques. The rest of the semester is completed independently, with the guidance of the teacher, focusing on the student’s personal activity program that they have designed for themselves.
This course will encourage students to assume more responsibility for directing and managing their own sport experience. Students will develop sport-specific techniques and fitness; appreciate and be able to execute sport-specific strategic play; share planning and administration of sport experiences; provide responsible leadership. Classes are in two hour weekly blocks.
This weekend course will emphasize the importance of mind and body awareness through a broad range of activities which include yoga, meditation, Qi Gong and relaxation techniques. In addition, the outings may include hiking, orienteering and ziplining in the fall or snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, indoor climbing in the winter among other adventures depending on the year. The rest of the semester is completed independently, with the guidance of the teacher, focusing on the student’s personal activity program that they have designed for themselves.
This course explores a variety of outdoor paddling sports that will introduce and refine paddling skills during three weekend day outings on local rivers and lakes. The students will be introduced to Stand up Paddling, Dragon boating and Canoeing with a focus on flat water skills, equipment knowledge, and safety. The rest of the semester is completed independently, with the guidance of the teacher, focusing on the student’s personal activity program that they have designed for themselves.
Snowshoeing is an excellent low impact, cardiovascular winter workout. Students will explore different types of terrain and visit different areas in the Gatineau Park over three weekend outings at the beginning of the winter semester. The rest of the semester is completed independently, with the guidance of the teacher, focusing on the student’s personal activity program that they have designed for themselves.
This course is a 15 week introductory course on the benefits and application of meditation. Classes will consist of various techniques to help with sharpening the mind for reflection and introspection. We will review various yoga postures to help with sitting for longer periods of time and students will be given tools to make improvements to their overall health and well being by selecting micro health habits. The overall objective of this course will be to give students the tools to live a long and happy life.
L’objectif de ce cours est de démontrer la nature du raisonnement formel. A cette fin, ce cours présentera aux étudiant.e.s : certains des concepts centraux des mathématiques et de la logique tels que la validité, la solidité, la preuve, l’axiome, le postulat, le théorème, la cohérence, etc. ; les systèmes déductifs et inductifs ; les principes de la pensée postulatoire et leur importance pour une grande partie des mathématiques ordinaires.
(Cours préalable recommandé : 300-302-94)
Ce cours est proposé au cours de la dernière session du programme d’Histoire et civilisation et réunit les enseignant.e.s et les étudiant.e.s dans un projet d’apprentissage interactif. Les étudiant.e.s doivent produire un travail de recherche original qui intègre au moins trois disciplines qu’ils ont étudiées dans le cadre du programme. L’objectif est de montrer la cohésion sous-jacente de la condition humaine et d’aider les étudiant.e.s à identifier et à clarifier les perspectives des différentes disciplines. Enfin, le cours donne aux étudiant.e.s l’occasion de réfléchir à leur apprentissage avant de poursuivre leurs études à l’université.
Les étudiant.e.s qui n’ont pas de compétences formelles ou d’expérience préalable en matière d’art peuvent explorer différents médias dans un atelier soigneusement supervisé. Ils apprennent à créer des objets en trois dimensions. Ce cours est conçu pour familiariser l’étudiant.e non-artiste avec les méthodes de base de la composition, du modelage, de la sculpture et de la construction en trois dimensions.
Pour obtenir votre diplôme, vous devez réussir un examen ministériel de langue. Si vous êtes titulaire d’un certificat d’éligibilité à l’enseignement en anglais, vous devez passer l’épreuve uniforme d’anglais, , sinon vous devez passer l’épreuve uniforme de français.
L’épreuve synthèse de programme (ESP)est une activité d’évaluation finale qui témoigne des réalisations de l’étudiant.e tout au long du programme. Elle exige des étudiant.e.s qu’ils intègrent et synthétisent les connaissances et les compétences acquises dans le cadre de leur Diplôme d’études collégiales (DEC), comme l’indique la Politique n° 5 de notre établissement en matière de l’évaluation de la réussite étudiante.
Les conditions d’admission au programme d’Histoire et civilisation varient selon que vous êtes un.e résident.e. du Québec, un.e candidat.e. de l’extérieur de la province ou un.e candidat international.e. Veuillez prendre connaissance de toutes les conditions générales et spécifiques au programme avant de poser votre candidature.