Fall 2024 General Arts & Science Course list (available soon)

Summer course registration only available for Compressed July-August courses. 

Mandatory courses: 

1 Writ-1030 or Writ-1034 in first semester 
1 Comm-3073 in second semester 
1 SILEx course must be taken in the first or second semester 
7 Electives of your choice
* Students who place out of Writ-1030 after writing the Writ Assessment must either take Comm-3073 in their first semester or another elective.  The Writ Assessment does not count as a course. 

* International Students must take WRIT-1034. Please contact us to enroll in this course. 

* Students who re-take a course will only get credit for the course once.  We do try to always use the higher grade when students re-take a course.  Students are responsible for making sure that they are aware of the courses they have taken in the past.   

* Make note of the course code. Ex. WRIT-1030-40.  WRIT (Course Subject), 1030 (Course Number), 40 (Section Number), then register on WebAdvisor and choose Express Registration.  
* A full course load is 5 courses per semester. 

*Please note you can only pick one course per band. 

  

If you have any questions, please make sure to reach out to Academic Advisors:
Briar Capes bcapes@fanshawec.ca (in-person students)
Bev Antone-Collar bantone-collar@fanshawec.ca (online students and part time).  

If you are interested in reviewing the Course Information Sheets for more details on any of the courses below, please go to this link and search for the specific classes

Courses Available

Courses subject to change.      

  • Courses listed under Bands 1-10 are blended with 2 hours in-class plus 1 hour online.

 

Compressed July-August (Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & Thursdays 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., plus 2 hours online)

HIST-1050-90: Modern History – 1914-1945

This course surveys the significant political, economic, cultural, and diplomatic developments that define the period between 1914 and 1945. Special emphasis is placed on the First and Second World Wars as well as the development of political ideologies like fascism, communism, and socialism during the interwar years.

INDS-1111-90: Weeding Through Cannabis in Canada  

Since its legalization on October 17th 2018, there has been a great deal of public interest in recreational & medicinal cannabis use. After decades of prohibition, there are many questions that need to be answered: What are the benefits of cannabis use? The risks? Why was it illegal in the first place? Although cannabis has been used by humans for thousands of years, it feels like we are just beginning to understand its effects. This introductory course surveys the history and culture of cannabis production and prohibition, through current understandings of its medical, sociocultural, psychological, and spiritual aspects.

  

The courses listed below are completely online and do not have set schedules (asynchronous).

 

Online Compressed July-August

HIST-1037-90: History of the World in 15 Machines  
This course examines the history of technology by surveying some of the most significant inventions in human history. Students learn not only about the machines themselves, but also about the inventors responsible for their creation. Topics include the invention of the printing press, telescope, plow, cotton gin, automobile, and computer. By placing these inventions in their historical contexts, students gain an understanding of the social, economic, and political impact of each invention.

INDS-1033-90: Video Game Theory
This course will analyze the cultural and artistic significance of video games, and also the ways gaming reflects our larger relationships with technology. This course aims to discuss the relationship between video games and other media; gamers and the gaming community; and the important sociological, cultural, industrial, and economic issues
that surround gaming. 

INDS-1059-90: Myth, Folktale & Fairytale  
This course will examine a selection of myths and legends from Ancient Greece, Continental Europe, and Britain. We will look at how these stories have evolved over time from sacred tales to secular stories. The course will also explore the important role that folktales and fairy tales have played in shaping the culture of the people who told these stories. Our goals will be to discover connections among the stories, seek out similar themes and characters across cultures and time periods, and explain the enduring popularity of these stories to this day.

INDS-1077-90: Queer as Folk 
How does one define sexual desire and/or gender identity, particularly when it differs from that of the majority? This interdisciplinary course will introduce students to the field of sexuality studies specifically, representations of LGBT culture through the lens of literature, film, art, news media, advertising, and television, as well as changing conceptions of gender identity throughout history, and contemporary legal and political issues. Students of all orientations and gender identities will have the opportunity to gain a greater understanding and appreciation of the multifaceted nature of the society within which we live.

PSYC-1121-90: Psychology of Music     
A song plays on the radio. Do you turn up the volume or change the station? That depends on the effect that song has on you. Music can profoundly influence humans, animals, and even plants. In this course we examine the psychological effects of music. We discuss our interpretations of music and the role of music in emotions, learning, consciousness, therapy, and health. We debate the purpose of music, whether music makes us smarter, how music changes our behaviour, and the effects of violent and provocative musical expression. Finally, we examine why one person's music is another person's noise.

INDS-1119-90: Global Citizenship (SILEx) 
This course will help students understand the interconnectivity of global and local issues. An interdisciplinary and thematic approach will introduce students to the roles, responsibilities, and impact that individuals can have within their local, national, and international communities. The course will define 'citizenship' and 'global citizenship', as well as use ethical reasoning as a mechanism for analyzing thematic topics. We will examine topics such as health, race/diversity, nationalism, wealth and poverty, technology, migration, global economics, conflict and the environment. Finally, the course will conclude with a discussion of areas of action for global citizens, including work, study and travel. This is a SILEx course-a signature learning experience. It will include one of the following SILEx elements: applied research, entrepreneurship, global projects, live client interactions or a multi-disciplinary project. In addition, it is important to note that there may an additional fee when enrolling in this course.


INDS-1123-60: Global Music (SILEx) 
Music has existed for thousands of years and is played and enjoyed all around the world. It can be one of the richest and rewarding ways to learn about another culture. In this course, students will explore music from different cultures. They will learn about music practices from a variety of places in the world and the social, cultural, and historical context of those practices. Through listening to different musical examples, students will learn about topics such as diversity, identity, intercultural collaboration, globalization, and cultural appropriation, as well as consider the role of technology. Students will deepen their understanding and appreciation of different musical traditions as well as their own. No prior background in music or ability to read music is required. This is a SILEx course-a signature learning experience. It will include one of the following SILEx elements: applied research, entrepreneurship, global projects, live client interactions or a multi-disciplinary project. In addition, it is important to note that there may be an additional fee when enrolling in this course.