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RDS 100 Introduction to Data Science introduces the foundations of data science through programming and exploratory data analysis. Students will develop essential coding skills, use version control, apply basic data cleaning and wrangling techniques to prepare datasets for analysis, and create effective visualizations. Core topics include an introduction to statistical inference, regression

RDS 101 Foundations in Rural Research is a highly participatory course that examines how rural contexts influence research and data. Through discussions, readings, reflections, and guest lectures, the course emphasizes ethical and place-based considerations, including Indigenous data sovereignty, data equity, the digital divide, and rural data gaps. Students will explore rural-appropriate research

RETC 20 Retail Sector in the Community offers students hands-on experiences in the retail sector. Course topics will expand upon skills developed in RETE 20 and further explore retail service skills in our local community. Students will gain confidence and an understanding of the retail sector through short-term practicum visits to local retail sites. Students will learn about and practice time

RETE 20 Exploration of Retail Skills exposes students to a variety of retail sector skills. Course topics will focus on retail service skills that are relevant to our local community. Students will gain confidence and an understanding of the retail sector through various practicum visits to local retail sites. Students will learn about workplace values, professional appearance, acceptable

RETS 20 Retail Sector Skills explores more specific retail sector skills. Students will gain confidence and an understanding of a certain retail sector through a long-term practicum based in the community. Students will learn about important aspects of the workplace, such as understanding employer’s expectations, industry standards, evaluation in the workplace, workplace rules, policies and safety

RFW 200 Field Trip Study is a course in which second year Recreation, Fish and Wildlife students participate in field-based learning. This extended field trip provides students with opportunities to refine technical field skills in settings that mimic the workplace. Students will be involved in the planning and preparation for this trip and will be provided with opportunities to develop team

RFW 251 Environment Legislation and Policy provides an introduction to foundational principles related to Canada's legal system, while covering the study of statutes, regulations, court cases and policy governing recreation and the environment, with reference to legal issues involving indigenous peoples where applicable. Emphasis is placed on interpreting and applying environmental, conservation

RFW 255 RFW Field School is a two-week course in the spring where students learn and apply field-related skills directly in activities related to the recreation, fish and wildlife professional areas. Activities include canoeing, navigation, fish habitat surveys, habitat enhancement, wildlife survey, ATV safety, and trail work. Students who successfully complete the canoeing section will receive

RFW 256 Backcountry Risk Analysis and Mitigation I is a course where students integrate the knowledge and skills acquired in other program courses to identify, analyze, and manage areas of public and occupational risk within backcountry workplaces. Human, terrestrial, aquatic, and environmental hazards and risk are explored including an examination of leadership and decision-making skills, natural

RFW 257 Backcountry Risk Analysis and Mitigation II extends the study of natural hazard assessment and land management to winter backcountry environments. The course is delivered as a project-based analysis of a local provincial park or recreation area, in which students learn winter skills and identify and analyze avalanche terrain and site-specific snowpack characteristics for the risk of human

RFW 262 The course Ecosystem-Based Management provides learning opportunities for students in ecosystem-based management. In the course the student will continue to learn about ecosystem structure and function at the stand and landscape scale, forest ecosystem health including identification and biology of prominent forest insects and diseases, invasive species, wetland and riparian conservation

RFW 263 Outdoor Recreation Operations and Management prepares students for employment in parks and outdoor recreation. Students examine the roles of organizations that provide outdoor recreation opportunities in British Columbia. The course develops practical field skills such as trail and campground design, construction, and maintenance, along with management skills including impact monitoring

RFW 265 In Commercial Recreation Management students gain an understanding and awareness of the elements of commercial recreation operations from the proposal stage to the delivery stage including the nature and demand for outdoor commercial recreation activities and their potential environmental impacts. Particular attention is paid to the current policies, regulations and legislation governing

RFW 271 Applied Research Project is an introduction to the basic principles and methods of research with an emphasis on natural resource and ecosystem management. The objective of this course is to assist each student in completing an applied research project that has both a field-based data collection component and a literature-based research component. With assistance from a Faculty Advisor

RFW 272 Techniques in Wildlife Sciences I covers the ecology and management of bears, medium-sized carnivores and raptors in British Columbia. There is emphasis on applying wildlife sampling techniques and assessing and managing for species of concern.

RFW 273 Techniques in Wildlife Sciences II covers the ecology and management of sheep and goats, waterfowl, bats and songbirds in British Columbia. It introduces the student to sampling design, human-wildlife conflict and wildlife diseases. There is continued emphasis on applying wildlife sampling techniques and ecology to assessing, managing and conserving wildlife species of concern.

RFW 276 Resource Communications. Effective communication is critical to all RFW work environments. Communications is a two-way process and will be examined through exposure to a variety of approaches. Outgoing communication through writing, signs, brochures, displays and presentations will be emphasized as well as incoming communication through public involvement and questionnaires. Students will

RFW 280 Techniques in Aquatics and Fisheries I covers the biology, ecology and management of freshwater fish and aquatic ecosystems, including standard field, laboratory, and office techniques used to sample these ecosystems. The emphasis is on assessing and managing freshwater ecosystems in B.C. Fish taxonomy, physiology, reproduction and habitat requirements are included, with an emphasis on

RFW 281 Techniques in Aquatics and Fisheries II covers the ecology and management of freshwater fish and aquatic ecosystems, including standard field, laboratory, and office techniques used to sample in these ecosystems. The emphasis is on evaluating, assessing and managing freshwater ecosystems in B.C. This material in this course is a continuation of the material in RFW 280.

RHOT 099 Introduction to Community, Culture and Education in Canada will introduce and welcome students to Selkirk College, its surrounding community, culture, and educational expectations. This course will highlight learning, community and other helpful resources to assist international students on their post-secondary journey in Canada.

RHOT 150 Introduction to Tourism provides an overview of the tourism industry, examining the interrelationships between the tourism sectors as well as the economic, environmental, cultural, and social impacts of tourism.

RHOT 152 Supervisory Housekeeping and Maintenance provides an overview of the fundamentals of housekeeping and maintenance management in a hotel and resort setting. Areas discussed include: the role of the Executive Housekeeper, Maintenance Manager, labour cost control, scheduling, budgeting, cleaning procedures, material planning and laundry operations. You will discuss energy saving trends and

RHOT 153 Organizational Leadership is designed to help prospective supervisors understand how individuals and organizations function effectively. It provides students with a working knowledge of the formal relationships between employees and management in the work place through the study of leadership styles, motivation, group dynamics and conflict resolution. Students will gain an understanding

RHOT 155 Computer Applications will provide the student with a general introduction to computers and Microsoft application software. Setting up and using email and Moodle is emphasized, as assignments will be submitted to the instructor via this venue. The student will also explore and utilize the web and/or online libraries, searching for information for class assignments. The student will

RHOT 159 Business Communications focuses primarily on written and oral communication skills as they relate to the business world. Topics include writing memos, letters, emails, formal reports and other business correspondence, delivering effective verbal presentations, resume preparation and research techniques. Understanding the theory of business communication and being able to employ this