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admissions<br />

handbook<br />

<strong>2014</strong>-2015


MISSION STATEMENT<br />

Mission<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> Regional <strong>College</strong> is a public, Englishlanguage<br />

post-secondary institution that provides<br />

pre-university and technical college-level education and<br />

training, primarily in English, <strong>to</strong> learners in both Regular<br />

Day and Continuing Education programs. The <strong>College</strong>,<br />

through its unique multiregional structure, responds <strong>to</strong><br />

the needs of diverse linguistic and cultural communities<br />

and contributes <strong>to</strong> the educational and socio-economic<br />

development of the regions of Quebec served by<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong>-Lennoxville, <strong>Champlain</strong>-St-Lambert and<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong>-St. Lawrence.<br />

The <strong>College</strong> is dedicated <strong>to</strong> fostering the individual<br />

success of its students and their development as wellrounded,<br />

responsible and informed citizens of the world.<br />

values<br />

The <strong>College</strong> values:<br />

lifelong learning for students, faculty and staff through<br />

personal growth and professional development<br />

excellence through striving for continuous<br />

improvement<br />

respect for all individuals, manifested through open<br />

communications and a commitment <strong>to</strong> fairness, justice<br />

and honesty<br />

caring through compassion, c<strong>our</strong>tesy and friendliness<br />

and a commitment <strong>to</strong> the wellness of students, faculty<br />

and staff<br />

collaboration in the achievement of shared goals and<br />

objectives<br />

stewardship through the responsible and effective<br />

use of human, physical, environmental and financial<br />

res<strong>our</strong>ces<br />

a sense of community and tradition within and among<br />

all locations of the <strong>College</strong><br />

vision<br />

Passionate in <strong>our</strong> commitment <strong>to</strong> students, and<br />

inspired by <strong>our</strong> mission and values, <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

Regional <strong>College</strong> aspires <strong>to</strong>:<br />

offer unique and innovative high-quality programs<br />

and services<br />

graduate students who are recognized for the<br />

excellence of the knowledge and skills they<br />

have acquired<br />

attract and retain outstanding faculty and staff; and<br />

be a learning-centered college<br />

ADMISSIONS HANDBOOK <strong>2014</strong>-2015 1


TABLE OF CONTENTS<br />

3 At a glance<br />

4-10 It’s all about y<strong>our</strong> success<br />

• Academic Advising, Academic Services<br />

• Student Services, Teachers<br />

• Support Services<br />

• Library<br />

• Life on Campus<br />

• Clubs and Sports<br />

11 Making it y<strong>our</strong> CEGEP<br />

• Fees<br />

• Books and Supplies<br />

12-15 General Education Component<br />

• English<br />

• French<br />

• Humanities<br />

• Physical Education<br />

• Complementary<br />

40-41 Ajouter une langue à <strong>to</strong>n arc :<br />

un avantage qui en vaut l’effort !<br />

• Studying in English for the first time<br />

42 Additional Information<br />

43 Studying in Australia<br />

44 Transportation and Directions<br />

• Driving directions, map<br />

For more information, email us at :<br />

admissions@champlaincollege.qc.ca<br />

Don’t forget <strong>to</strong> checkout <strong>our</strong> web site:<br />

www.champlainonline.com<br />

16-30 Pre-University Programs<br />

31-37 Three-year Career Programs<br />

38-39 Admission Requirements and Guidelines<br />

• <strong>Admissions</strong> Requirements<br />

• Foreign Students<br />

• Scholarships<br />

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CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE SAINT-LAMBERT


At a glance<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert is a public English<br />

language CEGEP located on the South Shore of<br />

Montreal within a short 10-minute walk from the<br />

Longueuil–Université de Sherbrooke Métro station.<br />

We offer both two-year pre-university and three-year<br />

career programs.<br />

There are approximately 3,000 students attending<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert. Our students<br />

come from diverse cultures and speak a variety of<br />

languages giving the college a friendly and multicultural<br />

environment where you will meet new people and live<br />

new experiences.<br />

Students have easy access <strong>to</strong> a variety of academic<br />

support services, such as counselling, academic<br />

advising, and tu<strong>to</strong>rs.<br />

Look through <strong>our</strong> <strong>Admissions</strong> <strong>Handbook</strong>, visit us<br />

during <strong>our</strong> Open House, Sunday, November 3, <strong>2013</strong>,<br />

come for a campus <strong>to</strong>ur or <strong>our</strong> Info Evening, Thursday,<br />

February 6, <strong>2014</strong> and discover what <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />

Saint-Lambert has <strong>to</strong> offer you on y<strong>our</strong> road <strong>to</strong> success.<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert is a campus of<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> Regional <strong>College</strong>.<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert offers a unique and<br />

interesting combination of programs in a college where<br />

<strong>our</strong> size is <strong>our</strong> strength. Our teachers can take the time<br />

<strong>to</strong> get <strong>to</strong> know you and give you personal attention and<br />

feedback. We also have a state of the art library spread<br />

over two floors with 80,000 books and completely<br />

renovated sciences labs.<br />

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IT’S ALL ABOUT YOUR SUCCESS<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> provides students with a range<br />

of services <strong>to</strong> help support them in their academic<br />

endeavors and their personal growth. Whether a<br />

student needs additional help with their c<strong>our</strong>ses outside<br />

the classroom, needs guidance in choosing a career<br />

path, or wants more information about getting involved<br />

in <strong>Champlain</strong> life, experienced and friendly staff are<br />

always there <strong>to</strong> lend a hand.<br />

Academic Advising<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> wants you <strong>to</strong> succeed. Academic Advisors<br />

help students from admission <strong>to</strong> graduation. They can<br />

assist you with making that all important decision about<br />

y<strong>our</strong> choice of college program and guide you through<br />

the whole college experience. Advisors are available<br />

<strong>to</strong> give you the details you need about y<strong>our</strong> program,<br />

c<strong>our</strong>se selection and how <strong>to</strong> get the most out of college<br />

life at <strong>Champlain</strong>.<br />

During y<strong>our</strong> college studies, appointments can be<br />

made with an Academic Advisor <strong>to</strong> discuss a variety<br />

of academic issues such as university entrance<br />

requirements, the R score, change of program, c<strong>our</strong>se<br />

withdrawal deadlines and summer school information.<br />

Academic Advisors are happy <strong>to</strong> assist you with y<strong>our</strong><br />

applications <strong>to</strong> university programs and are available for<br />

assistance with scholarship applications.<br />

Academic Services<br />

In addition <strong>to</strong> academic advising, we offer other<br />

services <strong>to</strong> help you with y<strong>our</strong> college studies including:<br />

Centre de ress<strong>our</strong>ces en français<br />

C-Tech Student Computer Lab<br />

Drop-in Help Centers in Mathematics, Chemistry &<br />

Physics<br />

Easy Access <strong>to</strong> labs for computer-based assignments<br />

iMac workstations<br />

Internet access for student schedules, grades<br />

and R scores<br />

Learning Centre<br />

Library<br />

Peer Tu<strong>to</strong>ring<br />

Study Skills Workshops<br />

Wireless internet access in multiple areas throughout<br />

the building<br />

Student Services<br />

Student Services at <strong>Champlain</strong> has everything <strong>to</strong> help<br />

you continue y<strong>our</strong> learning outside the classroom, get<br />

involved on campus, find out more about y<strong>our</strong>self,<br />

address y<strong>our</strong> non-academic needs or enhance y<strong>our</strong><br />

college experience. Student Services specialists can<br />

assist you with:<br />

Campus Life opportunities<br />

Counselling<br />

Employment Information<br />

Financial Aid & Scholarships<br />

Health Services<br />

Housing Registry<br />

Intercollegiate Athletics<br />

Lost & Found<br />

Recreation & Intramural Sports<br />

Services for student with Special Needs/Adapted<br />

Educational Services<br />

Student Government and Clubs<br />

Volunteering<br />

Teachers<br />

Our teachers play a vital role in making learning at<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert an unforgettable<br />

experience. They are dedicated <strong>to</strong> helping students<br />

achieve their maximum potential, thereby preparing<br />

them for the challenges of university as well as the<br />

job market. As a team, <strong>our</strong> teachers are an invaluable<br />

res<strong>our</strong>ce <strong>to</strong> all who attend <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-<br />

Lambert.<br />

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IT’S ALL ABOUT YOUR SUCCESS<br />

Support Services<br />

What is success At <strong>Champlain</strong>, it’s more than passing<br />

y<strong>our</strong> c<strong>our</strong>ses; it’s being able <strong>to</strong> make connections<br />

between what you are taught in one c<strong>our</strong>se with<br />

learning experiences in other c<strong>our</strong>ses and in life.<br />

Teachers and staff at <strong>Champlain</strong> will help you achieve<br />

this by:<br />

• providing you with academic preparation for<br />

university entrance and technical training for<br />

employment<br />

• giving you opportunities <strong>to</strong> pursue personal, social,<br />

cultural and career interests<br />

• continuously finding new ways <strong>to</strong> support you in y<strong>our</strong><br />

efforts <strong>to</strong> succeed<br />

• preparing you for lifelong learning<br />

Student success has always been a priority at<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong>. A plan of action was developed that<br />

<strong>to</strong>uches on a wide range of issues that might affect<br />

you during y<strong>our</strong> years in college, in particular y<strong>our</strong><br />

experience as a first year student.<br />

Some of the ideas included in the plan are:<br />

• use of the web and the Welcome Week <strong>to</strong> provide<br />

students with important information on what is<br />

expected in college<br />

• teacher/student and student/student men<strong>to</strong>ring<br />

programs<br />

• <strong>to</strong> enc<strong>our</strong>age and facilitate the use of academic<br />

advising, career planning, counselling, and tu<strong>to</strong>rial<br />

services<br />

• the development of program-specific orientation<br />

meetings with first-year students<br />

• free workshops focusing on academic challenges such<br />

as preparing for exams, time management, memory<br />

retention, and dealing with stress<br />

Additional Services<br />

We know that learning doesn’t s<strong>to</strong>p when a class ends.<br />

Many students want and need additional support<br />

outside the classroom, and we have designed many<br />

services <strong>to</strong> do just that.<br />

Our student support services focus on many different<br />

general abilities. These services are cus<strong>to</strong>mized <strong>to</strong><br />

provide specific skills such as developing a better<br />

understanding of a math problem or chemistry<br />

experiment discussed in class. Our support services<br />

begin even before you register for classes and continue<br />

right up until graduation when you are making those<br />

all-important university and career decisions.<br />

Faculty<br />

Individual faculty members are available <strong>to</strong> students<br />

during their posted office h<strong>our</strong>s or by appointment.<br />

Faculty Tu<strong>to</strong>ring / Encadrement<br />

Drop-in centres by faculty or “encadrement” are<br />

available. A detailed list of h<strong>our</strong>s and locations are<br />

posted in the Learning Centre.<br />

Peer Tu<strong>to</strong>ring<br />

Students can apply for individual tu<strong>to</strong>ring in a variety<br />

of subjects. Tu<strong>to</strong>ring is provided at no charge by<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> tu<strong>to</strong>rs-in-training registered in the c<strong>our</strong>se<br />

“English for Tu<strong>to</strong>rs”.<br />

External Tu<strong>to</strong>rs<br />

Referrals <strong>to</strong> tu<strong>to</strong>rs who may be hired privately by<br />

students are available. H<strong>our</strong>ly rates are set by the tu<strong>to</strong>rs.<br />

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IT’S ALL ABOUT YOUR SUCCESS<br />

Library<br />

Occupying 2 floors, the Library provides access <strong>to</strong>:<br />

• A collection of over 80,000 books, electronic reports,<br />

periodical titles and government publications;<br />

• Space for both quiet study and collaborative<br />

group work<br />

• 50 computers for student use for conducting<br />

research and writing up assignments, as well as<br />

wireless connectivity for students with lap<strong>to</strong>ps<br />

• Online access <strong>to</strong> the Library’s collection, as well as a<br />

wealth of subject guides and other res<strong>our</strong>ces from<br />

around the world<br />

• Information literacy, Library orientation and research<br />

workshops. Missed a workshop Consult one of <strong>our</strong><br />

“How <strong>to</strong>” videos available via www.youtube.com/<br />

champlibrary<br />

• Personalized help from a team of librarians, library<br />

technicians and other staff members<br />

Writing Labs<br />

Internet access and word processing labs are available<br />

throughout the college.<br />

Research Skills<br />

We offer a range of workshops focused on research<br />

skills. We also offer individual assistance in finding and<br />

selecting appropriate res<strong>our</strong>ces.<br />

Career Information<br />

Students are enc<strong>our</strong>aged <strong>to</strong> acquire information about<br />

career choices in the Career Centre. Printed materials<br />

and the Choices computer program are available.<br />

Students should also consult with a counsellor for<br />

further information and guidance.<br />

Educational Information<br />

Students are enc<strong>our</strong>aged <strong>to</strong> research alternate or<br />

further educational opportunities and prerequisites.<br />

Academic Advisors are available <strong>to</strong> provide detailed<br />

information on university scholarships and applications.<br />

And More …<br />

• Centre for Continuing Education for adults wishing<br />

<strong>to</strong> pursue their studies<br />

• <strong>Champlain</strong> Books<strong>to</strong>re – students can purchase<br />

their required books on campus. Online ordering<br />

is also available<br />

• Educational Media Centre equipped with PC and<br />

Macin<strong>to</strong>sh computer labs<br />

• Study halls for students looking <strong>to</strong> study in a quiet<br />

and private environment<br />

Life on <strong>our</strong> Campus<br />

When you ask <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert<br />

students what they enjoy about the college, they<br />

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IT’S ALL ABOUT YOUR SUCCESS<br />

invariably mention the school’s atmosphere and the fact<br />

that <strong>Champlain</strong> students are very active. There’s a wide<br />

variety of clubs <strong>to</strong> join — cultural clubs, gaming clubs,<br />

on-campus media, etc. — as well as many activities<br />

taking place throughout the school year<br />

Counselling Services<br />

Appointments for Counselling Services can be made<br />

in Student Services or at ext. 355. There are also<br />

daily drop-in time slots for students who wish <strong>to</strong> see<br />

someone without an appointment.<br />

Personal Counselling<br />

There are licensed Counsellors and Psychologists<br />

who are available <strong>to</strong> assist students in identifying and<br />

resolving any difficulties which could interfere in the<br />

attainment of their goals within the areas of personal,<br />

career, and life development. This is done through<br />

understanding, identifying, exploring, and finding<br />

different alternatives <strong>to</strong> the issue(s) in a confidential<br />

manner. They also work with students <strong>to</strong> overcome<br />

difficulties associated with academics and develop<br />

better study skills.<br />

textbook, etc. Counsellors and psychologists are also<br />

here <strong>to</strong> help you through these issues.<br />

Financial Aid<br />

The Financial Aid Office assists students who are<br />

in need of financial assistance <strong>to</strong> pursue their postsecondary<br />

education. The Financial Aid Officer works<br />

with students <strong>to</strong> complete Government Student Loan<br />

& Bursary applications (Aide Financière aux Études<br />

http://www.afe.gouv. qc.ca/en/index.asp) as well<br />

as provide information about internal and external<br />

scholarships, awards and bursaries. The Financial<br />

Aid Office also provides professional workshops for<br />

students who wish <strong>to</strong> better understand budgeting,<br />

credit cards, managing debt and financial planning. It<br />

also runs an emergency student loan fund as well as a<br />

student food bank program. These programs are done<br />

in collaboration with the foundation and CSA. If you<br />

would like <strong>to</strong> contact the Financial Aid visit <strong>our</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />

Financial Aid page at http://www.champlainonline.<br />

com/prospective-students/financialaid.<br />

Career Counselling<br />

Some students come <strong>to</strong> CEGEP<br />

with an idea of what they want<br />

<strong>to</strong> do and which career path they<br />

want <strong>to</strong> pursue; but there are many<br />

students who are unsure or who feel<br />

confused about which path <strong>to</strong> take.<br />

Counsellors and psychologists are<br />

here <strong>to</strong> guide students through this<br />

process <strong>to</strong> help students develop<br />

a career plan and explore their<br />

options through standardized tests,<br />

self-reflection, researching careers,<br />

online <strong>to</strong>ols, meeting professionals,<br />

exploring experiential opportunities,<br />

such as volunteering or workshops,<br />

and discussion.<br />

Study Skills<br />

Sometimes students’ academic<br />

performance may be compromised<br />

because of a personal issue and/or<br />

there is something else that is going<br />

on such as time management, exam/<br />

class anxiety and/or procrastination.<br />

Students may also have difficulty<br />

with study skills such as note-taking,<br />

preparing for exams, how <strong>to</strong> read a<br />

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IT’S ALL ABOUT YOUR SUCCESS<br />

Health Services<br />

The <strong>College</strong> Nurse is on campus 3 days a week. Please<br />

consult her schedule in Student Services.<br />

• Providing first aid when present<br />

• Discussing any health preoccupation, physical and/or<br />

psychological, assessing the situation and referring if<br />

need be<br />

• Health counselling for <strong>to</strong>bacco prevention/cessation ,<br />

nutrition/fitness, eating disorder, stress<br />

• Giving information about/discussing matters of,<br />

sexuality and birth control<br />

• Providing a prescription for many/most birth control<br />

methods. This prescription is valid in all pharmacies<br />

• Giving the morning after pill for those in need of it,<br />

offering pregnancy tests<br />

• Teaching about ways <strong>to</strong> prevent sexually transmitted<br />

infections (STI’s)<br />

• Testing for STI’s, both for males and females. Results<br />

available within about ten days<br />

• Prescribing the treatment via a prescription for one of<br />

the STI’s (Chlamydia), for both the student and his/her<br />

partner(s)<br />

• Providing a safe and welcoming area for students <strong>to</strong> heal<br />

Students with Special Needs<br />

The Office offers support <strong>to</strong> students who have<br />

difficulties and challenges due <strong>to</strong> medical diagnoses that<br />

are hindering their academic performance or college<br />

experience at <strong>Champlain</strong> St-Lambert and require special<br />

accommodations. Once accepted in<strong>to</strong> the college students<br />

should contact the Office for Students with Special Needs<br />

regardless of whether the difficulties they are experiencing<br />

are permanent or temporary.<br />

The Office supports students with a wide variety of<br />

situations, from medical diagnoses <strong>to</strong> mental health<br />

issues and anxiety disorders, and also includes long term<br />

support <strong>to</strong> accompany students with Learning Disabilities,<br />

ADD or ADHD, Asperger’s and autism.<br />

Students should contact the Office even if you are being<br />

followed by a medical, mental health or counseling unit<br />

outside of the college. The help available can include<br />

support for academic success and also for social<br />

integration and the transition <strong>to</strong> college life.<br />

The first step is <strong>to</strong> contact the office as early as possible<br />

after receiving y<strong>our</strong> acceptance <strong>to</strong> the college at office on<br />

450-672-7360 ext.355 (general information or <strong>to</strong> book an<br />

appointment), 450-672-7360 ext.411 (Office for Student<br />

with Special Needs) or email mpupo@champlaincollege.<br />

qc.ca.<br />

Campus Life<br />

Student orientation and flip program<br />

Orientation - Discover SLAM and the FLIP 1st year<br />

Experience Program are activities <strong>to</strong> welcome new<br />

students <strong>to</strong> the <strong>Champlain</strong> Saint-Lambert community<br />

and <strong>to</strong> orient them <strong>to</strong> the facilities and res<strong>our</strong>ces<br />

available that can assist in making a successful transition<br />

<strong>to</strong> college life.<br />

Discover SLAM & FLIP events take place throughout<br />

the year and use the expertise of many departments<br />

in the college so that 1st year students develop an<br />

understanding and appreciation of the res<strong>our</strong>ces and<br />

social opportunities available for them.<br />

Don't hesitate <strong>to</strong> drop by Students Services <strong>to</strong> find<br />

out more and make sure that you find y<strong>our</strong> niche at<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong>.<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> Activities Council<br />

The <strong>Champlain</strong> Activities Council is made up of a group<br />

of motivated, dynamic, and determined students who<br />

assist in organizing sporting events/<strong>to</strong>urnaments,<br />

intramurals, after school activities and trips for their<br />

fellow <strong>Champlain</strong> classmates. The Activities Council<br />

meets once a week <strong>to</strong> discuss and plan current events<br />

as well as the running of lunch time intramurals and after<br />

school activities.<br />

2012-<strong>2013</strong> Campus Life Activities<br />

Action 500 Paintball & Go-Karting, Anime/Video Game<br />

Over Night Events, Art Festivals, Black His<strong>to</strong>ry Month,<br />

Battle of the Bands!, Carnival Week, <strong>Champlain</strong>’s Got<br />

Talent!, <strong>Champlain</strong> X Fac<strong>to</strong>r, Cross Country Ski Club,<br />

Dance Shows/Contests, Earth Week, Earth Appreciation<br />

Day, Eight Ball Classic, Environmental Activities, Fashion<br />

Show, Financial Literacy Workshops, Food Drives,<br />

Food Fest, Foosball Championship, Green Committee,<br />

Intramural Sports, Lunchtime Aerobics/Open Gym,<br />

Math Contests, McGill Fest, Music Shows/Concerts,<br />

Movie Nights, Midnight Madness Sports, Multicultural<br />

Festival, New York City Trips, Nicaragua Housing Project,<br />

Public Speaking Contests, Professional Development<br />

Workshops, Recreational Sports, Running Club, Science<br />

Fair, Ski / Snowboarding Trips, Stand-Up Comedians,<br />

Stress Awareness Week, Strong Man/Woman<br />

Competitions, Suicide Awareness Week, Table Tennis<br />

Challenge, Theatre Productions, Thirty H<strong>our</strong> Famine,<br />

Weight Training.<br />

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Health & Wellness Committee<br />

Throughout the year, student volunteers organize<br />

awareness campaigns <strong>to</strong> promote wellness and health<br />

at school in collaboration with the counsellors and<br />

nurse in Student Services. It is a great way <strong>to</strong> get<br />

involved, gain some valuable experience working with<br />

other people while helping <strong>to</strong> promote awareness on<br />

issues that affect <strong>our</strong> day-<strong>to</strong>-day lives.<br />

Hema Quebec Blood Drives<br />

In September and February, Hema Quebec will be in<br />

need of student volunteers <strong>to</strong> assist with their annual<br />

on campus blood drive.<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> Student Association (CSA)<br />

Y<strong>our</strong> student association annually recognizes and<br />

funds a variety of student clubs which plan and run<br />

events that promote student life and enc<strong>our</strong>age<br />

the participation of all <strong>Champlain</strong> students. They<br />

also host events and activities throughout the year<br />

such as Welcome Week, Carnival Week and bring in<br />

entertainment of all varieties for y<strong>our</strong> enjoyment.<br />

2012-<strong>2013</strong> Student Clubs<br />

• Amnesty International<br />

• Animé Club<br />

• Cham Radio<br />

• Charity Club<br />

• F.A.C.T.<br />

• Multicultural Club<br />

• Music Club<br />

• Muslim Student Association<br />

• Reinventing the F Word<br />

• Table Top<br />

• The Green Team<br />

• The Word (<strong>Champlain</strong> Newspaper)<br />

• Theater Club<br />

• Video Game<br />

For more information, send an email <strong>to</strong>:<br />

CSA@ champlaincollege.qc.ca<br />

ADMISSIONS HANDBOOK <strong>2014</strong>-2015<br />

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IT’S ALL ABOUT YOUR SUCCESS<br />

Student Leadership Program<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> is proud <strong>to</strong> offer 3 different programs<br />

that assist in the learning, development and exploration<br />

of leadership. Offered through the department of Student<br />

Services, the Leadership Program offers workshops, a certificate<br />

program as well as professional development opportunities.<br />

Intercollegiate Athletics, Intramural<br />

Sports and Recreation Activities <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-<br />

Lambert offers a number of varied athletic and recreational<br />

programs <strong>to</strong> keep students active, involved and have a lot<br />

of fun. With 13 Intercollegiate teams, an extensive intramural<br />

program and open recreational times during the week, there’s<br />

something for everyone at <strong>Champlain</strong>!<br />

Intercollegiate Athletics -<br />

The <strong>Champlain</strong> Cavaliers<br />

The <strong>Champlain</strong> Cavaliers<br />

Intercollegiate Program currently<br />

has 13 teams competing at<br />

different levels in the Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec<br />

(RSEQ). With almost 10% of the student population competing<br />

at this level, it’s no wonder that the Cavaliers have done very<br />

well, capturing numerous regional and provincial titles and<br />

making many appearances at the Canadian Collegiate Athletic<br />

Association (CCAA) National Championships in Basketball,<br />

Soccer and Cross-Country Running. With an over 90%<br />

graduation rate, quite a few of <strong>our</strong> student-athletes have gone<br />

on <strong>to</strong> compete in the CIS and NCAA while going <strong>to</strong> university;<br />

others have competed at the international level or played<br />

in professional leagues. The Cavaliers have a proud his<strong>to</strong>ry.<br />

We want <strong>our</strong> student-athletes <strong>to</strong> develop and succeed in the<br />

classroom and on the field of competition. We want <strong>to</strong> see you<br />

become a part of that tradition…<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> - Cavalier Teams<br />

• Badmin<strong>to</strong>n<br />

(Men’s & Women’s) - Div. 1<br />

• Basketball<br />

(Men’s & Women’s) - Div. 1<br />

• Cheerleading<br />

• Cross-Country Running<br />

• Football (Men) - Div. 3<br />

• Rugby (Men’s & Women’s)<br />

• Soccer<br />

(Men’s & Women’s) - Div. 1<br />

• Volleyball<br />

(Men’s & Women’s) - Div. 2<br />

Sports Injury Clinic<br />

Our sports medicine clinic is located right next <strong>to</strong> the gymnasium<br />

and is open from 4 p.m. <strong>to</strong> 9 p.m. every day. The college provides<br />

the services of a leading sports therapist as well as a number of<br />

student therapist interns from Concordia University’s Athletic<br />

Therapy Program. The clinic, which is only open <strong>to</strong> intercollegiate<br />

athletes, provides a wide range of services, including prevention,<br />

assessment and rehabilitation of injuries as well as a referral<br />

program <strong>to</strong> many other qualified health care professionals.<br />

Intramurals, Open Gyms & Recreation:<br />

The Intramural Sports Program at <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> offers all<br />

full time day students the opportunity <strong>to</strong> participate in both<br />

indoor and outdoor sports and activities. Every day from 12:00-<br />

1:00pm, the <strong>Champlain</strong> gymnasium, fitness room and weight<br />

room are open for student use. Organized Intramural league play<br />

takes place during the Activity Block on Wednesday between<br />

12:30-2:30. There is a high emphasis on participation and a low<br />

emphasis on competition. Any and all skill levels are welcome.<br />

Games are played in the gym facilities, or outside on the nearby<br />

Seaway Park Fields. Past Intramural Sports have included<br />

Badmin<strong>to</strong>n, Basketball, Cosom Hockey, Dodgeball, Flag-Football,<br />

Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.<br />

1) What are Intramurals<br />

• Individual and team sport competitions open <strong>to</strong> all<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> full time day students.<br />

• All intramural Sports programs are co-ed and all skill levels<br />

are welcome.<br />

• All Intramural activities are free of charge.<br />

2) Where/When do the events take place<br />

• All Intramural events take place on Wednesday from 12:30-<br />

2:30 in the gym or on the outdoor fields near the college.<br />

3) Why should I play<br />

• Because it is fun!! It is a great way <strong>to</strong> get y<strong>our</strong> daily exercise,<br />

meet new people and relieve and reduce stress associated<br />

with college life.<br />

4) I have a sport or activity I want <strong>to</strong> play but it<br />

is not on the list<br />

• <strong>Champlain</strong> is always looking for new ideas. If you have an<br />

idea for a sport you want <strong>to</strong> play, do not hesitate <strong>to</strong> contact<br />

us and we will do <strong>our</strong> best <strong>to</strong> make it happen.<br />

Academic Coaches on Campus<br />

Each intercollegiate athlete benefits from of one or more<br />

volunteer staff or faculty members. This one-on-one relationship<br />

is very beneficial for the Cavaliers who develop stronger<br />

connections with the college and a better understanding of the<br />

support services provided by the <strong>College</strong>, such as the Learning<br />

Center and Counselling Services (academic & personal). The<br />

outstanding academic success of <strong>Champlain</strong>’s student athletes<br />

is an indica<strong>to</strong>r of the value of this and other programs on<br />

campus.<br />

Athletic Facilities<br />

With seating for 450 specta<strong>to</strong>rs, the gymnasium is the<br />

competition site for <strong>our</strong> Basketball, Volleyball and Badmin<strong>to</strong>n<br />

teams. In addition, the <strong>College</strong> is proud <strong>to</strong> have:<br />

• Fully equipped weight room with Universal gym and<br />

free weights<br />

• State-of-the-art cardiovascular training equipment by Life<br />

Fitness including upright and recumbent bikes, rowers and<br />

treadmills<br />

• Gymnasium, fitness studio and professional dance studio.<br />

• Direct access <strong>to</strong> the Seaway Park (1) for practices and <strong>to</strong><br />

Seaway Park (3) for Rugby, Soccer and Football games<br />

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Making it y<strong>our</strong> CEGEP<br />

Applications<br />

The application deadlines are March 1st for fall admission<br />

and November 1st for winter. Please note that not all<br />

programs have a winter start date; consult the pre-university<br />

and career program sections of this booklet for the<br />

application deadlines by program. Late applications will be<br />

re<strong>view</strong>ed as long as space remains available.<br />

Before submitting y<strong>our</strong> application form, you should follow<br />

steps 1 through 4.<br />

1. Open House is a terrific way for you <strong>to</strong> get information<br />

about <strong>Champlain</strong>’s programs and services. It is also a<br />

great opportunity <strong>to</strong> meet some of the teachers and<br />

students. <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert’s Open<br />

House will be held on Sunday, November 3, <strong>2013</strong> between<br />

1 p.m. and 4 p.m. An Information Evening will also be<br />

held on Thursday, February 6, <strong>2014</strong> before the March 1st<br />

application deadline.<br />

2. Representatives from <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert<br />

will be visiting various high schools throughout the fall<br />

and winter semesters. Please verify with y<strong>our</strong> high school<br />

guidance counsellor for more information on upcoming<br />

visits.<br />

3. Take a group campus <strong>to</strong>ur. If you wish <strong>to</strong> visit <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

<strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert, have y<strong>our</strong> guidance counsellor<br />

call us at (450) 672-7360, or e-mail us at admissions@<br />

champlaincollege.qc.ca, <strong>to</strong> organize a class visit.<br />

4. Talk <strong>to</strong> <strong>Champlain</strong> students, friends and parents. Find out<br />

what people think of <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert; it’s<br />

one of the best ways <strong>to</strong> evaluate the quality of <strong>our</strong> CEGEP.<br />

Here is a statement of what it<br />

would cost <strong>to</strong> attend <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

<strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert<br />

Application Fee: $30<br />

Student Fee: $170 per semester<br />

The $170 Student Fee includes a $15 donation <strong>to</strong> the<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert Foundation. The<br />

Foundation is a non-profit organization which benefits<br />

students. The fees collected help fund various studentrelated<br />

projects, such as student awards and scholarships,<br />

emergency student loans for books and food, learning<br />

res<strong>our</strong>ces, extracurricular activities, the revitalization of<br />

the college library and providing technology for use in<br />

the classroom. If students do not wish <strong>to</strong> contribute <strong>to</strong> the<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert Foundation, they may<br />

remit a $155 Student Fee.<br />

Books and Supplies: $400-$800 per year<br />

You can apply online on <strong>our</strong> website at:<br />

www.champlainonline.com<br />

Here is a statement of what it<br />

ADMISSIONS HANDBOOK <strong>2014</strong>-2015<br />

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GENERAL EDUCATION<br />

GENERAL EDUCATION COMPONENT<br />

All Cegep students are required <strong>to</strong> take c<strong>our</strong>ses from<br />

the General Education component <strong>to</strong> complete their<br />

Cegep diploma requirements.<br />

• English<br />

• French<br />

• Humanities<br />

• Physical Education<br />

• Complementary<br />

English<br />

Students must take f<strong>our</strong> c<strong>our</strong>ses <strong>to</strong> complete their<br />

English General Education requirements. In the first<br />

semester, students will be placed in introduction <strong>to</strong><br />

<strong>College</strong> Literature (603-101- MQ).<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> <strong>College</strong> Literature<br />

This c<strong>our</strong>se introduce students <strong>to</strong> thinking, talking and<br />

writing about literature at the college level. By the end<br />

of term, successful students will be able <strong>to</strong> analyze a<br />

short s<strong>to</strong>ry and write a 750-word theme analysis.<br />

Students also take one c<strong>our</strong>se in each of the following<br />

categories:<br />

Literary Genres -<br />

The objective of Literary Genres c<strong>our</strong>ses is <strong>to</strong> enable<br />

students <strong>to</strong> apply a critical approach <strong>to</strong> the study<br />

of literary genres. To this end, students will learn<br />

<strong>to</strong> recognize literary genres and their conventions.<br />

Successful students will understand a work’s<br />

relationship <strong>to</strong> literary and his<strong>to</strong>rical context and will<br />

produce a 1000-word literary analysis essay.<br />

Literary Themes -<br />

The objective of the Literary Themes c<strong>our</strong>ses is <strong>to</strong><br />

enable students <strong>to</strong> apply a critical approach <strong>to</strong> the<br />

study of literary themes. To this end, students will learn<br />

<strong>to</strong> recognize a work’s literary themes, cultural context<br />

and value system. Students will analyze a text from a<br />

thematic perspective and will produce a 1000-word<br />

literary analysis essay.<br />

Specific Program - Block B -<br />

The objective of these c<strong>our</strong>ses is <strong>to</strong> enable students<br />

<strong>to</strong> communicate in forms appropriate <strong>to</strong> specific<br />

programs. To this end, students will learn <strong>to</strong> recognize<br />

how fact and arguments are organized in different<br />

disciplines. Students will learn <strong>to</strong> develop their own<br />

ideas in<strong>to</strong> arguments, <strong>to</strong> organize them and <strong>to</strong> edit<br />

their work. At the end of the c<strong>our</strong>se, successful<br />

students will produce a 1000-word analysis.<br />

English Exit exam<br />

All students must write the Ministerial Examination of<br />

<strong>College</strong> English (better known as the English Exit Exam)<br />

prior <strong>to</strong> graduation. <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert<br />

has some of the best results in the college system.<br />

Faculty members from the English Department provide<br />

students with an excellent foundation <strong>to</strong> help them<br />

succeed with their college studies, leading <strong>to</strong> success in<br />

the required Ministerial exam.<br />

Français<br />

C<strong>our</strong>s de français<br />

Le français est obliga<strong>to</strong>ire au cégep. Les étudiants<br />

sont classés dans l’un ou l’autre des quatre niveaux<br />

ci-dessous selon les résultats qu’ils ont obtenus au<br />

secondaire. Ceux qui n’ont pas étudié le français au<br />

Québec sont évalués et classés individuellement.<br />

602-100-MQ Français de base I*<br />

602-101-MQ Français et communication<br />

602-102-MQ Français et culture<br />

602-103-MQ Français et littérature<br />

* Ceux dont les connaissances sont insuffisantes<br />

devront suivre un c<strong>our</strong>s de mise à niveau non crédité,<br />

le 602-009, avant le 602-100.<br />

La formation en français comporte deux c<strong>our</strong>s p<strong>our</strong><br />

<strong>to</strong>us les étudiants. Dans le premier, ils reçoivent une<br />

formation générale commune à <strong>to</strong>us les programmes.<br />

Dans le deuxième, la formation inclut des éléments<br />

liés aux champs d’études des étudiants. Le tableau qui<br />

suit montre la séquence des deux c<strong>our</strong>s p<strong>our</strong> chaque<br />

programme et p<strong>our</strong> chaque niveau.<br />

French C<strong>our</strong>ses<br />

French c<strong>our</strong>ses are manda<strong>to</strong>ry in Cegep. Students are<br />

placed in one of f<strong>our</strong> levels according <strong>to</strong> their high<br />

school grades. Students who completed high school<br />

outside Quebec will be evaluated and placed on an<br />

individual basis. The levels are:<br />

602-100-MQ Français de base I*<br />

602-101-MQ Français et communication<br />

602-102-MQ Français et culture<br />

602-103-MQ Français et littérature<br />

* Students whose knowledge of the language is<br />

insufficient will be required <strong>to</strong> take a non-credit<br />

qualifying c<strong>our</strong>se, 602-009, before 602-100.<br />

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GENERAL EDUCATION<br />

Programme de<br />

l’étudiant<br />

Si le premier c<strong>our</strong>s<br />

est le :<br />

le deuxième c<strong>our</strong>s<br />

sera le :<br />

Tous les programmes 602-100-MQ Français de base I 602-BMP-LA Français de base II<br />

Sciences<br />

Nursing<br />

602-101-MQ Français et communication<br />

602-102-MQ Français et culture<br />

602-103-MQ Français et littérature<br />

602-BMK-LA Français et société I<br />

602-BMH-LA Français et sciences II<br />

602-BMJ-LA Français et sciences III<br />

Social Sciences (all options)<br />

Creative Arts 602-101-MQ Français et communication 602-BMK-LA Français et société I<br />

Modern Languages 602-102-MQ Français et culture 602-BMM-LA Français et sciences II<br />

Liberal Arts 602-103-MQ Français et littérature 602-BMN-LA Français et sciences III<br />

Sport Marketing & Mgmt<br />

Advertising Management 602-101-MQ Français et communication 602-BMQ-LA Français et société I<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism Management 602-102-MQ Français et culture 602-BMR-LA Français et sciences II<br />

Computer Science 602-103-MQ Français et littérature 602-BMS-LA Français et sciences III<br />

Graphic Communications<br />

All students must successfully complete two French<br />

c<strong>our</strong>ses. The first is a general c<strong>our</strong>se common <strong>to</strong> all<br />

programs. The second is tied <strong>to</strong> the student’s field<br />

of study. The table below shows the two c<strong>our</strong>ses in<br />

sequence according <strong>to</strong> each program and each level.<br />

Humanities<br />

Students must take three c<strong>our</strong>ses <strong>to</strong> complete their<br />

Humanities requirements. One c<strong>our</strong>se will be taken<br />

from each of the three categories described below.<br />

The order of c<strong>our</strong>ses is as follows:<br />

1st C<strong>our</strong>se – 345-101: Knowledge:<br />

Organization and Utilization<br />

2nd C<strong>our</strong>se – 345-102: World<strong>view</strong>s<br />

3rd C<strong>our</strong>se – 345-BMX: Humanities<br />

Block B - Specific Program<br />

Knowledge: Organization and Utilization – 345-101<br />

C<strong>our</strong>ses in this group examine ways of knowing, ways<br />

of assessing knowledge and truth and the difference<br />

between knowledge and belief. Students will begin<br />

<strong>to</strong> understand how knowledge can be organized,<br />

analyzed and related <strong>to</strong> his<strong>to</strong>rical context. Students will<br />

consider if knowledge is used <strong>to</strong> restrict or contribute<br />

<strong>to</strong> the progress of a society.<br />

World<strong>view</strong>s – 345-102<br />

A world<strong>view</strong> <strong>to</strong>uches every aspect of a person’s life.<br />

A world<strong>view</strong> may be common <strong>to</strong> an entire civilization<br />

or his<strong>to</strong>rical period, or specific <strong>to</strong> a particular social<br />

group or philosophical outlook. C<strong>our</strong>ses in this group<br />

examine how ideas, values and experiences inherent<br />

in a world<strong>view</strong> influence an individual’s understanding<br />

of the world. Students will analyze and compare the<br />

central ideas of two or more world<strong>view</strong>s with the goal<br />

of understanding how world<strong>view</strong>s both reflect and<br />

shape societies.<br />

Humanities Block-B – Special Program – 345-BMX<br />

345-BMA - Ethical Issues in the Sciences<br />

345-BMB - Ethical Issues in the Social Sciences<br />

345-BMC - Ethical Issues in the Professional Programs<br />

345-BMD - Ethical Issues for Liberal Arts<br />

345-BME - Justice, Knowledge and the Ideal State<br />

345-BMF - Ethical Issues in Creative Arts and Modern<br />

Languages<br />

345-BMN - Ethical Issues in Nursing<br />

C<strong>our</strong>ses in this group require students <strong>to</strong> examine<br />

the connection between ethical choices and social<br />

responsibility. A number of theories and principles<br />

of ethical decision-making are introduced. Students<br />

are required <strong>to</strong> consider opposing sides of issues by<br />

applying ethical theories. In particular, students will<br />

focus on issues related <strong>to</strong> their program of study.<br />

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GENERAL EDUCATION<br />

Physical Activity and Health: 109-101-MQ<br />

The 101 c<strong>our</strong>se involves identifying the role that certain<br />

lifestyle behavi<strong>our</strong>s, such as regular physical activity,<br />

good nutrition and stress management, play in the<br />

pursuit of optimal health and well-being. Students will<br />

examine the health and wellness effects derived from<br />

participation in regular physical activity and will explore<br />

the effects of their current lifestyle habits. Students will<br />

identify appropriate activity options based on their own<br />

interests, needs and abilities, and explore the fac<strong>to</strong>rs<br />

influencing their motivation for maintaining or increasing<br />

regular physical activity. Please Note: Students must<br />

purchase a manual for the 101 level c<strong>our</strong>se.<br />

Physical Activity and Effectiveness: 109-102-MQ<br />

The 102 c<strong>our</strong>se is designed <strong>to</strong> provide each student<br />

with the knowledge and <strong>to</strong>ols necessary <strong>to</strong> effectively<br />

learn the skills and be a successful participant in the<br />

chosen activity. Each student will be expected <strong>to</strong><br />

analyze the fac<strong>to</strong>rs that contribute <strong>to</strong> the acquisition of<br />

skills. Using a problem-solving approach, the student<br />

will conduct a personal analysis of her/his knowledge<br />

and abilities, establish personal goals, and plan<br />

strategies leading <strong>to</strong> the improvement of those skills.<br />

Physical Education<br />

All students are required <strong>to</strong> take three c<strong>our</strong>ses in<br />

Physical Education <strong>to</strong> fulfill the requirements for the<br />

Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies. Because of the many<br />

interests, abilities and motivations which affect a<br />

student's choice of physical activities, <strong>Champlain</strong> Saint-<br />

Lambert endeav<strong>our</strong>s <strong>to</strong> offer a wide range of c<strong>our</strong>ses.<br />

Every student can be sure of finding an activity that is<br />

interesting, enjoyable and healthful. It is the policy of<br />

the <strong>College</strong> <strong>to</strong> promote not only competitive sports,<br />

but also <strong>to</strong> enc<strong>our</strong>age a taste and an aptitude for<br />

recreational pursuits which may be enjoyed throughout<br />

life. Students must complete the following c<strong>our</strong>ses:<br />

Physical Eduction 101 and 102 can be completed in<br />

any order. Once both completed, students then take<br />

Physical Education 103.<br />

Physical Activity and Au<strong>to</strong>nomy: 109-103-MQ<br />

The 103 c<strong>our</strong>se addresses the competency of designing<br />

and managing a personal activity program that<br />

incorporates healthy lifestyle choices. This c<strong>our</strong>se<br />

contributes <strong>to</strong> the development of responsible<br />

behavi<strong>our</strong>s leading <strong>to</strong> the promotion and improvement<br />

of health. The learning situation will require the<br />

application of fundamental knowledge and experiences<br />

acquired in the 101 and 102 Physical Education c<strong>our</strong>ses.<br />

The student will explore a variety of health-related<br />

activities and be responsible for choosing, performing<br />

and scheduling activities appropriate <strong>to</strong> meet personal<br />

needs, interests and abilities.<br />

Complementary C<strong>our</strong>ses<br />

Students take two Complementary c<strong>our</strong>ses from<br />

designated areas of study. The c<strong>our</strong>ses are selected from<br />

among the Five Major Domains or General Areas of Study.<br />

Domain “1”: Social Sciences<br />

All aspects of human behavi<strong>our</strong> can be examined from<br />

the various Social Sciences domain c<strong>our</strong>ses. C<strong>our</strong>ses<br />

offer a unique and specialized way of understanding<br />

the human experience and allow students <strong>to</strong> explore<br />

the social world from a scientific perspective.<br />

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GENERAL EDUCATION<br />

Domain”2”: Science and Technology<br />

Since the Scientific Revolution of the 17th century,<br />

science and technology have shaped the world we live in,<br />

substantially modified the world we live in, substantially<br />

modified <strong>our</strong> relationship <strong>to</strong> nature, reality and have<br />

redefined <strong>our</strong> most fundamental values. C<strong>our</strong>ses in the<br />

Science and Technology domain provide a more informed<br />

understanding of the general nature of both science and<br />

technology, of their relationship and interdependence and<br />

of the great challenges that face them in the 21st century.<br />

Domain “3”: Modern Languages<br />

The c<strong>our</strong>ses in the Modern Languages domain permit<br />

students <strong>to</strong> learn the rudiments of a third language<br />

by focusing on the following basic skills: listening,<br />

understanding, speaking, reading and writing. After<br />

two c<strong>our</strong>ses in the new language, motivated students<br />

will be able <strong>to</strong> express themselves with relative ease<br />

at a café, restaurant, train station, supermarket and in<br />

conversation with friends.<br />

Domain “4”: Language of Mathematics and Computer<br />

Science<br />

The c<strong>our</strong>ses in the Language of Mathematics and<br />

Computer Science domain offer an understanding of<br />

the culture of mathematics and computers. Students<br />

learn the basic elements of important computer <strong>to</strong>ols in<br />

computer software.<br />

Domain “5”: Art and Aesthetics<br />

Arts and Aesthetics c<strong>our</strong>ses lead students <strong>to</strong> respond<br />

<strong>to</strong> and appreciate diverse forms of artistic creation.<br />

Students explore various forms of artistic expression<br />

by examining, analyzing and evaluating art, as well as<br />

by hands-on experimentation and production using a<br />

variety of media.<br />

Domain “6”: Contemporary Issues<br />

To consider contemporary issues from a crossdisciplinary<br />

perspective.<br />

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International<br />

Baccalaureate Program<br />

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE 200.10<br />

The IB Learner Profile<br />

IB learners strive <strong>to</strong> be:<br />

INQUIRERS: They develop their<br />

natural curiosity. They acquire<br />

the skills necessary <strong>to</strong> conduct<br />

inquiry and research and show<br />

independence in learning. They<br />

actively enjoy learning and this<br />

love of learning will be sustained<br />

throughout their lives.<br />

KNOWLEDGEABLE: They explore<br />

concepts, ideas and issues that<br />

have local and global significance.<br />

In so doing, they acquire indepth<br />

knowledge and develop<br />

understanding across a broad and<br />

balanced range of disciplines.<br />

THINKERS: They exercise initiative<br />

in applying thinking skills critically<br />

and creatively <strong>to</strong> recognize and<br />

approach complex problems, and<br />

make reasoned, ethical decisions.<br />

COMMUNICATORS: They<br />

understand and express ideas<br />

and information confidently<br />

and creatively in more than one<br />

language and in a variety of modes<br />

of communication. They work<br />

effectively and willingly in<br />

collaboration with others.<br />

“Through IB, I realized that projects need not remain<br />

projects, but can be transformed in<strong>to</strong> concrete<br />

accomplishments. I learned <strong>to</strong> take the lead, start<br />

organizations, take action, and work in a team <strong>to</strong> reach<br />

a common objective. IB gave me confidence in myself<br />

and my thoughts. I learned <strong>to</strong> be critical and question my<br />

surrounding world, but also <strong>to</strong> be passionate about learning<br />

and continually live in awe in face of human knowledge.<br />

Above all, solidarity, kindness, and friendship are words I<br />

will always associate with my IB experience. The convivial<br />

environment and family-like atmosphere make it nearly<br />

impossible <strong>to</strong> be otherwise.”<br />

-Julien Hebert, TD Community Leadership Scholarship<br />

Winner, McGill Medicine Class of 2017<br />

THE PROGRAM<br />

The International Baccalaureate<br />

Program offers the most thorough<br />

pre-university education available.<br />

Only the IB program can provide<br />

you with the combination of a<br />

broad education and necessary<br />

extra-curricular activities. Studies<br />

are focused on languages and<br />

literature, mathematics, sciences,<br />

and the humanities. Additional<br />

requirements such as Theory of<br />

Knowledge c<strong>our</strong>ses, the Extended<br />

Essay and the Creativity, Activity<br />

and Service (CAS) component<br />

complement y<strong>our</strong> studies by<br />

providing you with the knowledge,<br />

skills and experience needed <strong>to</strong><br />

apply <strong>to</strong> competitive university<br />

programs and scholarships.<br />

The IB Program is designed for<br />

students who enjoy discussing<br />

ideas, like working with others, are<br />

self-disciplined, motivated and<br />

interested in a unique Cegep<br />

experience. If you like new and<br />

challenging experiences, then the IB<br />

at <strong>Champlain</strong> is for you.<br />

Special features<br />

of the Program:<br />

• International focus: <strong>Champlain</strong>’s<br />

IB students travel <strong>to</strong> Central<br />

America <strong>to</strong> work on humanitarian<br />

projects and learn about<br />

international issues. During<br />

the Service and Learning trips,<br />

students build schools in rural<br />

communities, live with host<br />

families, and help with social<br />

programs and sustainable-growth<br />

projects.<br />

• CAS: <strong>Champlain</strong>’s IB students take<br />

part in the CAS program during<br />

their two-year Cegep experience.<br />

You will propose and execute<br />

y<strong>our</strong> own extracurricular program<br />

and participate in activities that<br />

involve creativity, action and<br />

service. The CAS program means<br />

that IB students are active in<br />

student government and clubs,<br />

on sports teams and in cultural<br />

pursuits such as pho<strong>to</strong>graphy,<br />

dance and creative writing.<br />

• Extended Essay: The extended<br />

essay is y<strong>our</strong> opportunity <strong>to</strong><br />

engage in-depth research on a<br />

<strong>to</strong>pic of y<strong>our</strong> choice and in the<br />

discipline of y<strong>our</strong> choice. The<br />

extended essay helps IB students<br />

develop the research, writing and<br />

critical thinking skills essential for<br />

university studies<br />

• Faculty and Community: The IB<br />

program at <strong>Champlain</strong> is led by a<br />

dedicated community of teachers<br />

who are committed <strong>to</strong> excellent<br />

teaching and developing the<br />

potential of their students.<br />

The IB Advantage<br />

Students who graduate from the IB<br />

program receive the internationally<br />

recognized IB Diploma and are<br />

highly coveted by educational<br />

institutions the world over.<br />

Graduates applying <strong>to</strong> Quebec<br />

universities receive a bonus on their<br />

“r-score,” which benefits students<br />

with their applications.<br />

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International<br />

Baccalaureate Program<br />

Why Choose the IB<br />

Program at <strong>Champlain</strong>:<br />

• The single best preparation for<br />

university in terms of research, study,<br />

work ethic, and time management<br />

skills<br />

• A diploma offered in approximately<br />

120 countries and recognized by<br />

universities all over the world, as well<br />

as a diploma of collegial studies<br />

• Academic support and preparation<br />

such as peer tu<strong>to</strong>ring, mock<br />

inter<strong>view</strong>s for Law and Medicine,<br />

scholarship application assistance,<br />

information sessions for university<br />

entrance requirements as well as the<br />

invaluable experience of <strong>our</strong> teachers<br />

and staff<br />

Health SCIENCE or<br />

Pure & ApplieD SCIENCE<br />

The IB program offers two distinct<br />

streams of scientific study, Health<br />

Science and Pure & Applied Science.<br />

Each stream gives students a solid<br />

foundation in the sciences, but the<br />

choice between them allows for<br />

specialization for future studies. As<br />

the names suggest, students wishing<br />

<strong>to</strong> pursue further study in health<br />

fields should enroll in Health Sciences,<br />

whereas those interested in applied<br />

sciences would most benefit from<br />

studying in the Pure and Applied<br />

stream.<br />

Second Language<br />

Requirements<br />

All IB students are required <strong>to</strong> follow<br />

a second language curriculum. The<br />

two language options at <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

are French and Spanish. In most cases,<br />

students are required <strong>to</strong> take French<br />

as a second language. However, if<br />

students demonstrate a sufficiently<br />

high level of ability in French as a<br />

mother<strong>to</strong>ngue, they will be offered the<br />

possibility of taking beginners Spanish<br />

instead of French. Please note that<br />

the Spanish option is not available <strong>to</strong><br />

students who have taken Spanish in<br />

high school.<br />

MINIMUM ADMISSION<br />

REQUIREMENTS<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong><br />

Studies, applicants must possess a<br />

Diploma of Secondary Studies or its<br />

equivalent with a good grounding in<br />

both English and French. They must<br />

also have completed Mathematics TS<br />

5 or SN 5, Secondary 5 Physics and<br />

Secondary 5 Chemistry. Due <strong>to</strong> limited<br />

space in the program, and based<br />

on the overall average of previous<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> IB students, it is suggested<br />

that students applying <strong>to</strong> the IB<br />

program have an 80% average as well<br />

as a minimum of 80% in Chemistry,<br />

Physics and Mathematics.<br />

ADMISSION PRIORITIES<br />

Even if applicants meet the<br />

requirements of the Règlement sur<br />

le régime des études collégiales, they<br />

may be refused admission due <strong>to</strong> lack<br />

of space.<br />

APPLICATION DEADLINE<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

“I fondly remember my two years<br />

in the International Baccalaureate<br />

program at <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> and still<br />

miss the open, inquisitive intellectual<br />

atmosphere that characterized <strong>our</strong><br />

group. Being part of such a group of<br />

dynamic, inspiring, and highly motivated<br />

individuals profoundly influenced my<br />

way of thinking about the world and<br />

about myself. The program provided an<br />

excellent preparation for my university<br />

studies and helped me become a truly<br />

well-rounded individual and a deep<br />

thinker. Coming from a French-speaking<br />

background, I greatly appreciated the<br />

continuous support I received from<br />

both my instruc<strong>to</strong>rs and my classmates,<br />

which made my transition <strong>to</strong> an Englishspeaking<br />

environment much easier than<br />

I expected. In a nutshell, the challenging<br />

IB program taught me <strong>to</strong> think, <strong>to</strong> write<br />

and <strong>to</strong> work; it also gave me many<br />

lifelong friends.”<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

I.B. Health Science Profile<br />

Health Science students - Please Note: Students planning<br />

<strong>to</strong> enter a university program in Health Science are<br />

strongly recommended <strong>to</strong> take General Biology II in their<br />

3rd semester.<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Literature<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Philosophy<br />

Physical Education<br />

Calculus I<br />

General Chemistry I<br />

Mechanics<br />

World Literature<br />

Theory of Knowledge I<br />

Humanities for IB Programs<br />

General Biology I<br />

Calculus II<br />

General Chemistry II<br />

Waves and Modern Physics<br />

Shakespeare & Other Genres<br />

Theory of Knowledge II<br />

Physical Education<br />

General Biology II - see note above<br />

Probability and Statistics<br />

Electricity and Magnetism<br />

Organic Chemistry I<br />

Second Language C<strong>our</strong>ses:<br />

French or Spanish<br />

Literature in Context<br />

Linear Algebra<br />

Organic Chemistry II<br />

Extra Topics in Physics<br />

Philosophy & Human Nature<br />

Second Language C<strong>our</strong>ses:<br />

French or Spanish<br />

I.B. Pure & Applied Science Profile<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Literature<br />

Physical Education<br />

Calculus I<br />

General Chemistry I<br />

Mechanics<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Philosophy<br />

World Literature<br />

Theory of Knowledge I<br />

Humanities for IB Programs<br />

General Biology I<br />

Calculus II<br />

General Chemistry II<br />

Waves & Modern Physics<br />

Shakespeare & Other Genres<br />

Theory of Knowledge II<br />

Physical Education<br />

Probability and Statistics<br />

Organic Chemistry I<br />

Electricity and Magnetism<br />

Second Language C<strong>our</strong>ses:<br />

French or Spanish<br />

Literature in Context<br />

Linear Algebra<br />

Organic Chemistry II<br />

Extra Topics in Physics<br />

Philosophy & Human Nature<br />

Second Language C<strong>our</strong>ses:<br />

French or Spanish<br />

–Jonathan Beauchamp<br />

PhD. Economics from Harvard ADMISSIONS HANDBOOK <strong>2014</strong>-2015<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

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SCIENCES<br />

SCIENCE PROGRAM (200.B0)<br />

which is used for special projects.<br />

The labs are equipped with the<br />

latest in computerized <strong>to</strong>ols for<br />

data collection and analysis that<br />

will enhance y<strong>our</strong> experimental<br />

skills. Each lab workstation is<br />

equipped with a computer as well<br />

as sophisticated sensors and dataacquisition<br />

devices that allow you<br />

<strong>to</strong> immediately see the outcome of<br />

y<strong>our</strong> work.<br />

The Program<br />

The two-year pre-university Science<br />

Program prepares you for university<br />

admission <strong>to</strong> Science Programs.<br />

At <strong>Champlain</strong>, we have found that the<br />

best way for students <strong>to</strong> succeed is by<br />

making them part of the c<strong>our</strong>ses they<br />

take and giving them the opportunity<br />

<strong>to</strong> study scientific problems the way<br />

professional scientists do. In Biology,<br />

this means that you spend less time<br />

listening <strong>to</strong> lectures and more time<br />

participating in group activities and<br />

studying relevant cases. In Chemistry,<br />

you have the opportunity <strong>to</strong> put in<strong>to</strong><br />

practice what you learn thanks <strong>to</strong> a<br />

major lab component in each c<strong>our</strong>se.<br />

In Physics, option c<strong>our</strong>ses that are<br />

directly relevant <strong>to</strong> trends in science<br />

and engineering are added <strong>to</strong> the<br />

curriculum.<br />

Science option (Health or<br />

Pure & Applied)<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> offers two distinct<br />

streams of scientific study, Health<br />

Science and Pure & Applied Science.<br />

Each stream gives students a solid<br />

foundation in Biology, Chemistry,<br />

Mathematics, and Physics. The<br />

Health Science option includes<br />

additional instruction in Biology<br />

and Chemistry <strong>to</strong> better prepare<br />

graduates for university study in<br />

programs such as medicine and<br />

health science research. Those<br />

enrolled in Pure & Applied have more<br />

flexibility in their studies and are able<br />

<strong>to</strong> choose from amongst a selection<br />

of additional science credits <strong>to</strong><br />

better suit their academic ambitions.<br />

Facilities<br />

All of <strong>our</strong> labs were recently<br />

renovated <strong>to</strong> ensure above standard<br />

c<strong>our</strong>se delivery.<br />

The Chemistry Department has f<strong>our</strong><br />

fully equipped labs. The labs are<br />

equipped with lap<strong>to</strong>p computers<br />

and the latest data acquisition <strong>to</strong>ols.<br />

Students can see the relationship<br />

between the equipment and<br />

the results in real time. Other<br />

equipment include: an A<strong>to</strong>mic<br />

Absorption Spectropho<strong>to</strong>meter, a<br />

Gas Chroma<strong>to</strong>graph, an Infrared<br />

Spectropho<strong>to</strong>meter, and nine<br />

Electronic Analytical Balances.<br />

The Physics Department has f<strong>our</strong><br />

fully equipped labs, three of which<br />

are used by students <strong>to</strong> perform<br />

standard experiments and one<br />

In the Biology Department’s two<br />

fully equipped labs, students<br />

pursue open-ended inquiries of<br />

their own design. While some<br />

students make high quality digital<br />

recordings of the behavior of pond<br />

life under a microscope, others<br />

use computers <strong>to</strong> delve in<strong>to</strong> the<br />

mysteries of protein structure<br />

using research quality molecular<br />

imaging programs. Sophisticated<br />

computer software simulates<br />

biological systems and processes<br />

otherwise difficult or impossible <strong>to</strong><br />

study. Teachers and students draw<br />

upon a comprehensive collection of<br />

specimens, video clips and models<br />

<strong>to</strong> augment their labs and lectures.<br />

Where Science<br />

at <strong>Champlain</strong> can<br />

take you<br />

You should apply for the Health<br />

Science option if you wish <strong>to</strong> pursue<br />

a career in one of the following fields:<br />

• Biotechnology<br />

• Occupational Therapy<br />

• Dentistry<br />

• Op<strong>to</strong>metry<br />

• Dietetics<br />

• Pharmacy<br />

• Forensics<br />

• Physiotherapy<br />

• Medicine<br />

• Psychology (B.Sc.)<br />

• Nursing<br />

• Veterinary Medicine<br />

• Nutrition<br />

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SCIENCES<br />

You should apply for the Pure &<br />

Applied Science option if you wish<br />

<strong>to</strong> pursue a career in one of the<br />

following fields:<br />

• Agriculture<br />

• Forestry<br />

• Architecture<br />

• Geology<br />

• Computer Science<br />

• Mathematics (B.Sc.)<br />

• Engineering<br />

• Physics (B.Sc.)<br />

Minimum Admission<br />

Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a<br />

Quebec Secondary School Diploma or<br />

have completed a level of education<br />

that is deemed equivalent by the<br />

<strong>College</strong>. Applicants must also have<br />

successfully completed Mathematics TS<br />

5 or SN 5, Secondary 5 Chemistry and<br />

Secondary 5 Physics.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the<br />

requirements of the Règlement sur le<br />

régime des études collégiales, they<br />

may be refused admission due <strong>to</strong> lack<br />

of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

“<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> provides a nice<br />

bridge between high school and<br />

university thanks <strong>to</strong> many friendly,<br />

approachable teachers who are<br />

eager <strong>to</strong> help and support students<br />

throughout their studies. The smaller<br />

campus also promotes more studentteacher<br />

and peer interactions. As a<br />

result, students generally feel less<br />

intimidated and can really open<br />

themselves <strong>to</strong> the opportunities<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> offers. I feel the Health<br />

Science program provides a nice<br />

scientific background that is easy <strong>to</strong><br />

draw from and build on in later studies.<br />

Many introduc<strong>to</strong>ry classes at McGill<br />

University present the basics provided<br />

<strong>to</strong> science students at <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

before delving deeper in<strong>to</strong> the subject<br />

at hand and often these classes will<br />

<strong>to</strong>uch on interdisciplinary concepts,<br />

theories and ideologies formerly seen.<br />

It is particularly appreciable that<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> offers science electives<br />

permitting students <strong>to</strong> personalize<br />

and shape their education <strong>to</strong> fit the<br />

disciplines they plan <strong>to</strong> continue their<br />

studies in. As a student with a passion<br />

for biology, I enjoyed the availability<br />

of the Biology 3 class as it provided<br />

novel hands-on experience in ana<strong>to</strong>my<br />

via several dissections. Today, the<br />

dissection experience gained has been<br />

a rare skill which has given me the<br />

upper hand as an applicant for several<br />

labora<strong>to</strong>ry volunteer positions, a must<br />

for students aiming for post-graduate<br />

studies.”<br />

–Marie-Lynn Fillion, Graduate<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Health Science<br />

Semester 1 Semester 1<br />

Semester 2 Semester 2<br />

Semester 3 Semester 3<br />

Semester 4 Semester 4<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Calculus I<br />

General Chemistry I<br />

Mechanics<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Calculus II<br />

General Chemistry II<br />

Waves & Modern Physics<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

General Biology I<br />

Organic Chemistry I<br />

Electricity & Magnetism<br />

English<br />

French<br />

General Biology II<br />

Physical Education<br />

Linear Algebra<br />

One Option C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Pure and Applied Science<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Calculus I<br />

General Chemistry I<br />

Mechanics<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Calculus II<br />

General Chemistry II<br />

Waves & Modern Physics<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

General Biology I<br />

Organic Chemistry I<br />

Electricity & Magnetism<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Three Option C<strong>our</strong>ses<br />

ADMISSIONS HANDBOOK <strong>2014</strong>-2015<br />

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Computer Science<br />

and Mathematics<br />

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS PROGRAM 200.C1<br />

The Program<br />

The Computer Science and Mathematics<br />

program (200.C0) will allow graduates<br />

<strong>to</strong> pursue studies in the exciting and ever<br />

growing field of Computer Sciences. As<br />

a pre-university program, students are<br />

also able <strong>to</strong> enter university programs in<br />

Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Computer<br />

Gaming, Information Systems as well as<br />

traditional fields of studies in both sciences<br />

and engineering.<br />

With this new program graduates will find<br />

a challenging and exciting way <strong>to</strong> enter the<br />

academic and career worlds of computers<br />

and mathematics.<br />

The innovative computer science c<strong>our</strong>ses<br />

in this program will give you the chance<br />

<strong>to</strong> take y<strong>our</strong> skills, interests and passion<br />

for computers and technology and make<br />

them in<strong>to</strong> an exciting base for academic<br />

studies. Students in Computer Science and<br />

Mathematics will use a program approach<br />

<strong>to</strong> present scientific solutions <strong>to</strong> problems<br />

using math, chemistry and physics.<br />

While studying Computer Sciences and<br />

Mathematics you will combine science and<br />

computer technology c<strong>our</strong>ses.<br />

Minimum Admission Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a<br />

Quebec Secondary School Diploma or<br />

have completed a level of education that<br />

is deemed equivalent by the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

Applicants must also have successfully<br />

completed Mathematics TS 5 or SN 5,<br />

Secondary 5 Chemistry and Secondary 5<br />

Physics.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the requirements<br />

of the Règlement sur le régime des études<br />

collégiales, they may be refused admission<br />

due <strong>to</strong> lack of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Calculus I<br />

Mechanics<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Programming<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Calculus II<br />

Waves & Modern Physics<br />

Data Structure and Object<br />

oriented Programming<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary<br />

General Chemistry<br />

Electricity & Magnetism<br />

Program Development in<br />

a Graphical Environment<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary<br />

Discrete Mathematics<br />

Linear Algebra<br />

Integrative Project in Computer<br />

Science and Mathematics<br />

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GENERAL SOCIAL SCIENCE<br />

GENERAL OPTION / SOCIAL SCIENCE PROGRAM (300. AO)<br />

The Social Science General Option<br />

allows students the greatest amount of<br />

flexibility when selecting social science<br />

c<strong>our</strong>ses. It allows you <strong>to</strong> explore the social<br />

sciences before making a commitment<br />

<strong>to</strong> a particular subject or area of study. It<br />

provides you with a strong background<br />

that will allow you <strong>to</strong> pursue studies in<br />

many programs at the university level.<br />

Our Teachers are Dedicated<br />

The Social Science teachers regularly work<br />

<strong>to</strong>gether and with students <strong>to</strong> find new<br />

ways <strong>to</strong> keep the Social Science program<br />

truly alive and <strong>to</strong> ensure that you are well<br />

prepared for university.<br />

The Learning is Dynamic<br />

In addition <strong>to</strong> traditional class lectures,<br />

teachers use a wide variety of teaching<br />

methods <strong>to</strong> keep classes interesting and<br />

dynamic. Multimedia, computer simulations,<br />

s<strong>our</strong>ces from current events and the news,<br />

and debating are all part of teaching and<br />

learning at <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong>.<br />

It is Well Structured and<br />

Organized<br />

Teaching in <strong>our</strong> Social Science program<br />

is structured <strong>to</strong> ensure that c<strong>our</strong>ses<br />

complement each other. This coherence<br />

assures that what you are learning is both<br />

practical and purposeful while preparing<br />

you for university studies. Social Science<br />

is the study of human behavi<strong>our</strong> and<br />

social phenomena through the use of<br />

a wide variety of both qualitative and<br />

quantitative methods. Social Science<br />

involves many bodies of knowledge<br />

including administration, anthropology,<br />

economics, geography, his<strong>to</strong>ry, political<br />

science, psychology and sociology. Through<br />

a variety of c<strong>our</strong>ses, students will have the<br />

opportunity <strong>to</strong> study human interactions<br />

with other individuals, groups, institutions,<br />

cultures and societies using the <strong>to</strong>ols and<br />

methods of a social scientist.<br />

In this program, you will learn <strong>to</strong>:<br />

• Communicate ideas clearly in written and<br />

oral formats<br />

• Work effectively as a member of a group<br />

• Use strategies that allow you <strong>to</strong> reach<br />

y<strong>our</strong> short and long-term goals<br />

• Develop comprehensive research skills<br />

• At <strong>Champlain</strong>, mathematics is available<br />

<strong>to</strong> students who want <strong>to</strong> meet certain<br />

university program entrance requirements.<br />

Where General Social Science at<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> can take you<br />

You should apply for the Social Science<br />

program if you want <strong>to</strong> pursue a career in<br />

one of the following areas:<br />

• Administration<br />

• Education<br />

(including Physical<br />

Education)<br />

• Anthropology<br />

• Civil Service<br />

• Economics<br />

• Communications<br />

• English<br />

• Decisional Sciences<br />

• Geography<br />

• Economics<br />

• Foreign Affairs<br />

• His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

• Psychology<br />

• Industrial<br />

Res<strong>our</strong>ces<br />

• Public Affairs<br />

• J<strong>our</strong>nalism<br />

• Religion<br />

• Law<br />

• Social Work<br />

• Library Studies<br />

• Sociology<br />

• Marketing<br />

• Specialized Writing<br />

• Philosophy<br />

(Economics,<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ry, Politics)<br />

• Political Science<br />

Minimum Admission Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a Quebec<br />

Secondary School Diploma or have<br />

completed a level of education that is<br />

deemed equivalent by the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the requirements<br />

of the Règlement sur le régime des études<br />

collégiales, they may be refused admission<br />

due <strong>to</strong> lack of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

November 1st for the Winter Semester<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Western Civilization<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Psychology<br />

Level I Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Level I Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Complementary<br />

Quantitative Methods<br />

Macroeconomics<br />

Level I Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Methodology<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

English<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary<br />

Integration Seminar in the<br />

Social Sciences<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

You can choose y<strong>our</strong> Level I<br />

and Level II Concentration<br />

C<strong>our</strong>ses from:<br />

Anthropology<br />

Economics<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

Mathematics**<br />

Sociology<br />

Business<br />

Geography<br />

Human Biology*<br />

Psychology<br />

* To meet university entrance<br />

requirements<br />

** Some restrictions may apply<br />

“I applied <strong>to</strong> <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> because it<br />

was recommended <strong>to</strong> me. What I liked the<br />

best about my time at <strong>Champlain</strong> are the<br />

people I met, the diversity of the c<strong>our</strong>ses and<br />

the great teachers.”<br />

–Camille DuGuay, Graduate<br />

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Commerce<br />

COMMERCE OPTION / SOCIAL SCIENCE PROGRAM (300.A0)<br />

In this program,<br />

you will learn <strong>to</strong>:<br />

• Communicate ideas clearly in written<br />

and oral formats<br />

• Work effectively as a member of<br />

a group<br />

• Use strategies that allow you <strong>to</strong> reach<br />

y<strong>our</strong> short and long-term goals<br />

• Develop comprehensive research skills<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Calculus I<br />

Macroeconomics<br />

Fundamentals of Business<br />

Level I Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Interested in studies in commerce,<br />

business administration, law or computer<br />

science at university <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

<strong>College</strong>’s Commerce Option provides<br />

you with the required mathematics<br />

(Calculus I, Linear Algebra, and either<br />

Calculus 2 or Statistics), business<br />

(Fundamentals of Business, Accounting<br />

and Marketing or Commerce Law),<br />

economics (both macro and micro) and<br />

computer literacy c<strong>our</strong>ses required for<br />

university admission in these fields. At<br />

the same time, you’ll also get <strong>to</strong> study<br />

his<strong>to</strong>ry, psychology, and at least one<br />

other discipline in the social sciences<br />

– giving you an education that is not<br />

only well-rounded but pertinent. The<br />

Commerce Option is designed <strong>to</strong> provide<br />

you with the strong social science<br />

background sought by universities.<br />

Minimum Admission Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a<br />

Quebec Secondary School Diploma<br />

including Math TS 5 or SN 5, or have<br />

completed a level of education that is<br />

deemed equivalent by the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the requirements<br />

of the Règlement sur le régime des<br />

études collégiales, they may be refused<br />

admission due <strong>to</strong> lack of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

November 1st for the Winter Semester.<br />

“<strong>Champlain</strong>’s Commerce program gave<br />

me the <strong>to</strong>ols necessary <strong>to</strong> effectively<br />

integrate myself in<strong>to</strong> university life. I gained<br />

a lot of valuable experience during my<br />

2 years, especially in the areas of effective<br />

presentation skills and sound analytical<br />

thinking.”<br />

–Nicholas Henderson, Graduate<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Calculus II<br />

Western Civilization<br />

Quantitative Methods<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Accounting<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary:<br />

Computer Applications for<br />

Commerce<br />

Physical Education<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Methodology<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Psychology<br />

Microeconomics<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Integration Seminar in<br />

the Social Sciences<br />

Linear Algebra<br />

Business C<strong>our</strong>se: Marketing<br />

or Commercial Law<br />

You can choose y<strong>our</strong> Level<br />

I Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

from:<br />

• Anthropology<br />

• Economics<br />

• His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

• Mathematics**<br />

• Sociology<br />

• Business<br />

• Geography<br />

• Human Biology*<br />

• Psychology<br />

* To meet university entrance<br />

requirements<br />

** Some restrictions may apply<br />

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Criminology<br />

CRIMINOLOGY OPTION / SOCIAL SCIENCE PROGRAM (300.A0)<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Western Civilization<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Psychology<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Sociology<br />

Complementary C<strong>our</strong>se /<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Forensic Science<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Psychological Development<br />

of Criminal Behavi<strong>our</strong><br />

Quantitative Methods<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Anthropology<br />

Sociology of Deviance,<br />

Law & Society<br />

Level I Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Criminology Option<br />

at <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

The Criminology Option is intended <strong>to</strong><br />

give students a background that permits<br />

them <strong>to</strong> apply <strong>to</strong> many fields of study<br />

at university. The option is ideal for<br />

students wanting <strong>to</strong> explore studies in<br />

anthropology, criminology, psychology or<br />

sociology. Criminology Option students<br />

may pursue studies in law, however this<br />

is not intended <strong>to</strong> be a pre-law program.<br />

Students interested in Criminology might<br />

go in<strong>to</strong> careers in corrections, probation,<br />

law enforcement, private policing, and law<br />

reform or rehabilitation programs – but<br />

only after university studies. Students<br />

may also pursue possibilities in j<strong>our</strong>nalism,<br />

administrative and research positions<br />

within the criminal justice system, or<br />

working in policy setting and application<br />

in social and judicial agencies.<br />

Minimum Admission Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a Quebec<br />

Secondary School Diploma, or have<br />

“I applied <strong>to</strong> <strong>Champlain</strong> because I wanted <strong>to</strong><br />

take up a challenge. Having studied all my life<br />

in francophone schools, I saw <strong>Champlain</strong> as an<br />

opportunity <strong>to</strong> surpass myself while improving<br />

my knowledge of English. I was also attracted<br />

by the unique Criminology Option in the Social<br />

Science program. <strong>Champlain</strong> helped me meet<br />

my academic goals through their amazing<br />

teachers. I met professors who were nice and<br />

interesting, but who were also open-minded,<br />

eager <strong>to</strong> help students and passionate about<br />

their material. Not only did they help me<br />

succeed in their classes, but they made me<br />

enjoy going <strong>to</strong> school.”<br />

–Stephanie Lord, 2nd Year Student<br />

completed a level of education that is<br />

deemed equivalent by the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the requirements<br />

of the Règlement sur le régime des<br />

études collégiales, they may be refused<br />

admission due <strong>to</strong> lack of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Methodology<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Forensic<br />

Anthropology: CSI<br />

Abnornal Psychology & Criminal<br />

Behavior<br />

English<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Integration Seminar in the<br />

Social Sciences<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ry of Crime & Punishment<br />

Macroeconomics<br />

Sociology of Gender, Race<br />

& Justice<br />

You can choose y<strong>our</strong> Level I<br />

Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se from:<br />

• Anthropology<br />

• Economics<br />

• His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

• Mathematics**<br />

• Sociology<br />

• Business<br />

• Geography<br />

• Human Biology*<br />

• Psychology<br />

* To meet university entrance requirements<br />

** Some restrictions may apply<br />

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ABC<br />

Education<br />

EDUCATION OPTION / SOCIAL SCIENCE PROGRAM (300.A0)<br />

Education Option<br />

at <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

The Education Option is designed for<br />

anyone considering a career in teaching<br />

or other fields related <strong>to</strong> education.<br />

The aim of this option is <strong>to</strong> give you a<br />

firm grounding in several social science<br />

disciplines relevant <strong>to</strong> education,<br />

specifically anthropology, psychology<br />

and sociology.<br />

The Education Option will offer you<br />

many different ways of looking at<br />

education. It will give you a behind<br />

the scenes look at schools, teaching<br />

and related current concerns. You<br />

will examine education broadly <strong>to</strong><br />

see how it fits with the rest of society<br />

and its connection with the lab<strong>our</strong><br />

force. You will look at schools from<br />

the perspective of the classroom and<br />

student-teacher interaction. You will<br />

gain an understanding of students’<br />

psychological development. You will<br />

study various social problems such as<br />

racism and sexism <strong>to</strong> see how they have<br />

an impact on students, schools and the<br />

society and what solutions are feasible.<br />

The Education Option will give you<br />

a greater awareness of a place and<br />

process that you have been engaged<br />

in for, at this point, most of y<strong>our</strong> life.<br />

This social science foundation will also<br />

give you a formidable background<br />

from which <strong>to</strong> pursue y<strong>our</strong> teaching<br />

training c<strong>our</strong>ses at university. You’ll get<br />

a pre<strong>view</strong> of what learning <strong>to</strong> become a<br />

teacher may entail, which may also help<br />

you solidify or modify y<strong>our</strong> goals.<br />

While the Education Option focuses<br />

on schooling, it also provides an<br />

excellent preparation for any Arts<br />

program at university. The social science<br />

perspectives and analytical and writing<br />

skills you acquire will be profitable<br />

whatever path you choose.<br />

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Minimum Admission Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a<br />

Quebec Secondary School Diploma or<br />

have completed a level of education that<br />

is deemed equivalent by the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the requirements<br />

of the Règlement sur le régime des<br />

études collégiales, they may be refused<br />

admission due <strong>to</strong> lack of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

“The main reason I applied <strong>to</strong> <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

was due <strong>to</strong> the excellent re<strong>view</strong>s that I had<br />

heard from family and friends who were<br />

former students at the college. They <strong>to</strong>ld me<br />

about the great teaching staff, the helpful<br />

services offered <strong>to</strong> students, and the many<br />

different teams, clubs and associations that<br />

allowed people <strong>to</strong> get involved in their school.<br />

The type of learning environment that my<br />

friends and family described seemed fun and<br />

exciting. Once I started my studies, I was<br />

not disappointed in any way! <strong>Champlain</strong> has<br />

helped me meet my academic and personal<br />

goals. The teachers are extremely dedicated<br />

in helping students in any way necessary<br />

<strong>to</strong> help us succeed. One of the remarkable<br />

aspects about <strong>Champlain</strong> is its highly diverse<br />

student body. I met a wide range of new<br />

people and made friends that I know will stick<br />

with me long after graduation. Additionally, by<br />

meeting people from different backgrounds,<br />

I was able <strong>to</strong> expand my knowledge about<br />

different cultures, allowing me <strong>to</strong> establish a<br />

better understanding of the world around me.<br />

To future students: <strong>Champlain</strong> is an excellent<br />

school that will allow you <strong>to</strong> learn and grow<br />

in so many ways both academically and<br />

personally! The college offers a wide variety<br />

of activities <strong>to</strong> get involved such as, team<br />

sports, clubs, and the <strong>Champlain</strong> Student<br />

Association (CSA) which aids in giving a<br />

voice <strong>to</strong> each and every student throughout<br />

the school. Additionally, <strong>Champlain</strong>’s staff<br />

consists of friendly and helpful people who<br />

are all dedicated <strong>to</strong> making you succeed not<br />

only at <strong>Champlain</strong> but in the rest of y<strong>our</strong> lives.<br />

They provide students with invaluable <strong>to</strong>ols <strong>to</strong><br />

help us realize <strong>our</strong> full potential and ultimately<br />

become the people that we want <strong>to</strong> be!”<br />

–Jenna Prigioniero, Graduate<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Western Civilization<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Psychology<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Anthropology<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Sociology<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

(a computer c<strong>our</strong>se is recommended)<br />

Child & Adolescent Psychology<br />

Macroeconomics<br />

Sociology of Education<br />

Quantitative Methods<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Methodology<br />

Myth of Race & Reality of Racism<br />

World Geography<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Integration Seminar in<br />

the Social Sciences<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

You can choose y<strong>our</strong> Level I<br />

Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se from:<br />

• Anthropology<br />

• Economics<br />

• His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

• Mathematics**<br />

• Sociology<br />

• Business<br />

• Geography<br />

• Human Biology*<br />

• Psychology<br />

* To meet university entrance<br />

requirements<br />

** Some restrictions may apply


Psychology<br />

PSYCHOLOGY OPTION / SOCIAL SCIENCE PROGRAM (300.A0)<br />

Psychology Option<br />

at <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

The field of psychology investigates the<br />

mysteries of the human mind and the<br />

resulting behavior. Students intrigued<br />

by what causes behavior, how is it<br />

modified, and the therapies employed<br />

<strong>to</strong> do so, will have their curiosity<br />

rewarded in <strong>Champlain</strong>’s Psychology<br />

Option. The Psychology Option at<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> introduces students <strong>to</strong> the<br />

fundamentals of psychology, while also<br />

giving them the breadth of freedom<br />

<strong>to</strong> explore several specialized fields<br />

including, but not limited <strong>to</strong>: sports<br />

psychology, developmental psychology,<br />

and social psychology. At the same<br />

time, students will acquire core social<br />

science and research methodology skills<br />

preparing them for eventual university<br />

study.<br />

This option is for the student who is<br />

interested in becoming a practicing or<br />

research psychologist. Careers in these<br />

fields include: private clinics, mental<br />

health institutions, education (research<br />

and/or teaching) and large companies.<br />

Minimum Admission Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a<br />

Quebec Secondary School Diploma or<br />

have completed a level of education<br />

that is deemed equivalent by the<br />

<strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the<br />

requirements of the Règlement sur le<br />

régime des études collégiales, they<br />

may be refused admission due <strong>to</strong> lack<br />

of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

“I chose <strong>to</strong> attend <strong>Champlain</strong> because most<br />

of my friends <strong>to</strong>ld me that they really enjoyed<br />

their years there and that <strong>Champlain</strong> had a<br />

very social environment which made it easy <strong>to</strong><br />

make friends. Teachers are available in class<br />

and outside of class when I need their help.<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> also has a Writing Center which<br />

is really helpful. Having student <strong>to</strong> student<br />

interaction was very useful <strong>to</strong> me because it<br />

was less intimidating and it was also a way<br />

for me <strong>to</strong> make friends. <strong>Champlain</strong> has a great<br />

social environment. There are many different<br />

activities every week, which enables students<br />

<strong>to</strong> get <strong>to</strong> know each other and strengthen their<br />

social bonds. <strong>Champlain</strong> definitely prepared<br />

me for my future studies.”<br />

-Johan Capo-Chichi, Graduate 2012<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Complementary<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Psychology<br />

Level I Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Level I Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Western Civilization<br />

Level. II Psychology C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Quantitative Methods<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Human Biology<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Methodology<br />

Level. II Psychology C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Macroeconomics<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Statistics<br />

Integration Seminar in the Social<br />

Sciences<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

You can choose y<strong>our</strong> Level I and<br />

Level II Concentration C<strong>our</strong>ses<br />

from:<br />

• Anthropology<br />

• Business<br />

• Economics<br />

• Geography<br />

• His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

• Mathematics*<br />

• Political Science<br />

• Psychology<br />

• Sociology<br />

* <strong>to</strong> meet university entrance<br />

requirements<br />

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title World Studies<br />

WORLD STUDIES OPTION / SOCIAL SCIENCE PROGRAM (300.A0)<br />

The program<br />

The World Studies Option<br />

is designed <strong>to</strong> prepare you<br />

for university studies with an<br />

international focus. It will lead you<br />

<strong>to</strong> an understanding of the world’s<br />

diverse communities and of the<br />

cultural, economic and political<br />

implications of achieving closer<br />

relations. The option focuses on<br />

building a solid foundation in world<br />

geography, his<strong>to</strong>ry, international<br />

economics and international politics.<br />

The aim is <strong>to</strong> have you:<br />

• Develop knowledge and an<br />

interest in international affairs and<br />

an understanding of the impact<br />

that international forces and<br />

events have on y<strong>our</strong> life and the<br />

environment<br />

• Develop the ability <strong>to</strong><br />

communicate in and about an<br />

international context<br />

• Develop the ability <strong>to</strong> observe,<br />

ana lyze and evaluate international<br />

life from an interdisciplinary<br />

perspective<br />

• Develop the ability <strong>to</strong> understand<br />

international events and processes<br />

in an ethical context<br />

• Develop the ability <strong>to</strong> work in a<br />

team and <strong>to</strong> appreciate other<br />

cultures and value systems<br />

The World Studies Option is<br />

expected <strong>to</strong> prove useful <strong>to</strong> students<br />

planning a career in public service or<br />

in those parts of the private sec<strong>to</strong>r<br />

which have international interests.<br />

Minimum Admission<br />

Requirements:<br />

World Studies without Math<br />

• WORLD STUDIES WITHOUT<br />

MATH - In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong><br />

a program leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of<br />

<strong>College</strong> Studies (DEC), applicants<br />

must possess a Quebec Secondary<br />

School Diploma or have completed<br />

a level of education that is deemed<br />

equivalent by the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

• WORLD STUDIES WITH MATH -<br />

Students who wish <strong>to</strong> enter World<br />

Studies with Math must also have<br />

Mathematics TS 5 or SN 5.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the<br />

requirements of the Règlement sur<br />

le régime des études collégiales,<br />

they may be refused admission due<br />

<strong>to</strong> lack of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester<br />

Semester Breakdown<br />

World Studies with Math<br />

World Studies with Math Students are required <strong>to</strong> take<br />

three Mathematics C<strong>our</strong>ses as their Level I and Level II<br />

Concentration C<strong>our</strong>ses<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 1<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Calculus I<br />

World Geography<br />

Western Civilization<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong><br />

Political Science<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Calculus II<br />

Quantitative Methods<br />

Macroeconomics<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong><br />

Psychology<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Complementary<br />

Linear Algebra<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong><br />

Methodology<br />

Microeconomics<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Integration Seminar<br />

in the Social<br />

Sciences<br />

International<br />

Economics<br />

International Politics<br />

World Studies without Math<br />

English<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

French<br />

Semester 2<br />

Physical Education<br />

World Geography<br />

Western Civilization<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong><br />

Political Science<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Quantitative Methods<br />

Macroeconomics<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong><br />

Psychology<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong><br />

Anthropology<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong><br />

Methodology<br />

Twentieth Century<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

Level II Concentration<br />

C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Level II Concentration<br />

C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

English<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Integration Seminar<br />

in the Social<br />

Sciences<br />

International<br />

Economics<br />

International Politics<br />

Level II Concentration<br />

C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

“During their studies at <strong>Champlain</strong>, students in the World Studies acquire skills <strong>to</strong> analyze<br />

and interpret world events within a multidisciplinary context. Questions like what happened,<br />

where, when, why, and at what cost will enable students <strong>to</strong> develop a critical thinking in<br />

seeking plausible outcomes and satisfac<strong>to</strong>ry solutions. This will be of paramount importance<br />

in their future careers be it in law, education, business, civil service, politics, public<br />

administration, and international cooperation among others.”<br />

– Atanas Katrapani, Chair of Social Science<br />

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You can choose y<strong>our</strong> Level I and Level II<br />

Concentration C<strong>our</strong>ses from:<br />

• Anthropology<br />

• Business<br />

• Economics<br />

• Geography<br />

• His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

• Human Biology*<br />

• Mathematics**<br />

• Psychology<br />

• Sociology<br />

* To meet university entrance requirements<br />

** Some restrictions may apply


Modern Languages<br />

French<br />

Spanish<br />

Italian<br />

English<br />

CREATIVE ARTS, LANGUAGE & LITERATURE PROGRAM (500.A1)<br />

The Program<br />

International trade agreements,<br />

increased globalization and other similar<br />

trends all help explain why the ability <strong>to</strong><br />

communicate in more than one language<br />

is fast becoming a necessity for success<br />

in the job market. <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />

Saint-Lambert’s Modern Languages<br />

option gives you the perfect opportunity<br />

<strong>to</strong> learn two new languages in addition<br />

<strong>to</strong> perfecting y<strong>our</strong> French and English.<br />

Modern Languages helps you acquire<br />

important skills such as effective written<br />

and oral communication as well as<br />

critical and analytical thinking. These<br />

skills are essential for success during<br />

university studies and in the workplace.<br />

Español:<br />

Venga a estudiar español con nosotros<br />

y tendrá la oportunidad de aprender no<br />

sólo la lengua, sino también la cultura.<br />

Además, ofrecemos niveles avanzados<br />

en los cuales estudiará varios aspec<strong>to</strong>s<br />

de la civilización hispana.<br />

Italiano :<br />

Venite a studiare l’italiano con noi e<br />

non solo imparerete la lingua ma anche<br />

la cultura! In più, abbiamo dei corsi<br />

avanzati con enfasi sulla lingua parlata e<br />

sull’Italia e gli italiani oggi.<br />

Français :<br />

Le programme pré-universitaire<br />

de ‘Modern Languages’ du cégep<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> Saint-Lambert offre aux<br />

élèves l’occasion d’apprendre deux<br />

langues - l’espagnol et l’italien. Le<br />

programme permet aussi aux étudiants<br />

de perfectionner leur français et<br />

leur anglais, car nous croyons que<br />

l’approfondissement de ces deux<br />

langues est aussi important que<br />

l’apprentissage d’une langue étrangère.<br />

Notre programme f<strong>our</strong>nit aux élèves une<br />

excellente base p<strong>our</strong> p<strong>our</strong>suivre leurs<br />

études dans la majorité des programmes<br />

d’arts et lettres menant dans des<br />

carrières en traduction, en audiologie,<br />

en linguistique, en phonétique, en<br />

communication, en enseignement, en<br />

droit, etc.<br />

Where Modern Languages at<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> can take you :<br />

• Communications Literature<br />

• Translation • Phonetics<br />

Studies<br />

• Education<br />

• Creative Writing • Psycholinguistics<br />

• Linguistics • Languages<br />

• Comparative • Speech Therapy<br />

The Modern Languages option will also<br />

enable you <strong>to</strong> choose among careers in<br />

the following areas:<br />

• Copywriting<br />

• Diplomacy<br />

• Interpretation<br />

• J<strong>our</strong>nalism<br />

• Public Relations<br />

• Law (International<br />

Relations)<br />

• Media (TV and<br />

Radio)<br />

• Teaching<br />

Minimum Admission Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a<br />

Quebec Secondary School Diploma or<br />

have completed a level of education<br />

that is deemed equivalent by the<br />

<strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the<br />

requirements of the Règlement sur le<br />

régime des études collégiales, they may<br />

be refused admission due <strong>to</strong> lack of<br />

space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Humanities<br />

Art & Ideas<br />

Spanish I*<br />

Italian I<br />

Le français à travers les âges<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary<br />

Art & Media<br />

Spanish II*<br />

Italian II<br />

Les mots de la culture<br />

OR<br />

Littérature, culture et société<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary<br />

Spanish III*<br />

Italian III<br />

Research Methods in Romance<br />

Languages<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Spanish IV*<br />

Italian IV<br />

Désmarches Linquistiques<br />

Comprehensive Assessment<br />

* Higher level c<strong>our</strong>ses in Spanish<br />

are available for students whose<br />

language skills are above the<br />

beginner’s level.<br />

ADMISSIONS HANDBOOK <strong>2014</strong>-2015<br />

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Creative Arts<br />

CREATIVE ARTS OPTION / CREATIVE ARTS, LANGUAGE & LITERATURE PROGRAM (500.A1)<br />

• DIGITAL IMAGING / STUDIO ARTS PROFILE • FILM / VIDEO / COMMUNICATIONS PROFILE<br />

• PHOTOGRAPHY / DESIGN PROFILE<br />

THE PROGRAM<br />

Through its three distinct profiles<br />

– Digital Imaging and Studio Arts,<br />

Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy/Design, and Film/<br />

Video/Communications – Creative<br />

Arts introduces students <strong>to</strong> a<br />

broad range of visual possibilities<br />

from traditional studio arts <strong>to</strong><br />

contemporary digital media. Its<br />

aim is <strong>to</strong> help students find their<br />

passion, acquire the basic skills and<br />

self-discipline necessary <strong>to</strong> continue<br />

in the domains of art or media, and<br />

become more “visually literate,” an<br />

important quality in practically any<br />

field in <strong>to</strong>day’s media saturated world.<br />

The blend of general education and<br />

specialization in the Creative Arts<br />

program ensures that students are<br />

prepared for university studies in<br />

a wide range of programs in and<br />

outside of the creative arts, as well as<br />

future career opportunities.<br />

In their first semester, students are<br />

enrolled in introduc<strong>to</strong>ry c<strong>our</strong>ses from<br />

each of the profiles, along with the<br />

required general education c<strong>our</strong>ses.<br />

In the three semesters following,<br />

they specialize in the profile of their<br />

choice, deepening their knowledge<br />

and abilities, and producing a<br />

portfolio demonstrating the individual<br />

capabilities they have acquired during<br />

the f<strong>our</strong> semesters. During their third<br />

and f<strong>our</strong>th semesters, they also have<br />

the opportunity <strong>to</strong> choose two option<br />

classes from the other profiles.<br />

FILM/VIDEO/<br />

COMMUNICATIONS<br />

This profile concentrates on film<br />

and television as examples of the<br />

broader world of communications,<br />

considering their potential and power<br />

both as mass media and as a means<br />

of personal expression. In addition<br />

<strong>to</strong> building a strong foundation in<br />

the theory and his<strong>to</strong>ry of media, you<br />

will have the opportunity in every<br />

semester <strong>to</strong> get involved in handson<br />

digital production, beginning<br />

with shooting and editing in y<strong>our</strong><br />

very first weeks in the program. The<br />

profile leads directly <strong>to</strong> media-related<br />

university programs in j<strong>our</strong>nalism,<br />

communications, film, television, and<br />

radio, event planning, public relations,<br />

and web design and gaming.<br />

PHOTO/DESIGN<br />

This profile allows you <strong>to</strong> develop<br />

skills in visual communication,<br />

through the use of traditional<br />

and digital pho<strong>to</strong>graphy, and the<br />

fundamentals of graphic design and<br />

layout. There is extensive handson<br />

production in all areas, and the<br />

chance <strong>to</strong> build a strong portfolio<br />

that will illustrate both traditional<br />

and contemporary approaches <strong>to</strong><br />

pho<strong>to</strong>graphy, in black & white and<br />

col<strong>our</strong>. The profile is ideal if you<br />

are interested in advertising, art<br />

direction, art reproduction, graphic<br />

design, layout and pho<strong>to</strong> editing,<br />

pho<strong>to</strong>graphy (creative, commercial,<br />

corporate, fashion, publicity, and<br />

sport), pho<strong>to</strong>-j<strong>our</strong>nalism and edi<strong>to</strong>rial,<br />

scientific, and medical pho<strong>to</strong>graphy.<br />

DIGITAL IMAGING AND<br />

STUDIO ARTS<br />

The profile allows you <strong>to</strong> work<br />

with traditional art forms including<br />

drawing, painting, and sculpture,<br />

as well as with 2D and 3D digital<br />

software. You will acquire a<br />

command of col<strong>our</strong>, line, shading,<br />

composition, and other elements<br />

of an artist’s vocabulary, as well as<br />

the self-discipline <strong>to</strong> follow a visual<br />

creation from conception all the<br />

way <strong>to</strong> a polished final work. You<br />

will be enc<strong>our</strong>aged <strong>to</strong> put <strong>to</strong>gether<br />

a strong portfolio which shows y<strong>our</strong><br />

strengths and is tailored <strong>to</strong> y<strong>our</strong> own<br />

interests. The profile leads directly<br />

<strong>to</strong> university programs in studio arts<br />

(painting, sculpture, printmaking,<br />

etc.), art his<strong>to</strong>ry, animation, gaming,<br />

multi-media, computer graphics,<br />

interior design, web design, costume<br />

and theatre design, advertising and<br />

illustration.<br />

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT<br />

• Small class sizes <strong>to</strong> foster intimate<br />

learning<br />

• A hands-on approach <strong>to</strong> learning<br />

starting right away<br />

• Help in preparing a professional<br />

portfolio<br />

• Development of the skills you will<br />

need <strong>to</strong> succeed at university.<br />

Facilities<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong>’s facilities include:<br />

• Amphitheatre<br />

• Exhibition Space<br />

• Pho<strong>to</strong> Darkroom<br />

• Pho<strong>to</strong> Studio<br />

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Creative Arts<br />

Semester Breakdown<br />

Semester 1 - COMMON TO ALL PROFILES<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Intro <strong>to</strong> Digital Imaging/Studio Arts<br />

Intro <strong>to</strong> Pho<strong>to</strong>/Design<br />

Intro <strong>to</strong> Film/Video/Communications<br />

• Large, naturally lit, Painting,<br />

Drawing and Printmaking<br />

Studios<br />

• Digital Imaging Studio for<br />

Graphics and Animation<br />

• Professional Television Studio<br />

• Digital Video Editing Suites and<br />

Sound Studios<br />

• Access <strong>to</strong> Video, Film & Pho<strong>to</strong><br />

Cameras, Tripods, Lighting Kits,<br />

Microphones, etc.<br />

Minimum Admission<br />

Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a<br />

program leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of<br />

<strong>College</strong> Studies (DEC), applicants<br />

must possess a Quebec Secondary<br />

School Diploma or have completed<br />

a level of education that is deemed<br />

equivalent by the <strong>College</strong>. A<br />

portfolio is not required.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the<br />

requirements of the Règlement<br />

sur le régime des études<br />

collégiales, they may be refused<br />

admission due <strong>to</strong> lack of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

November 1st for the Winter<br />

Semester.<br />

Digital Imaging/Studio<br />

Arts profile<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Art & Ideas<br />

2D Digital Imaging<br />

Drawing<br />

Painting<br />

Digital Imaging/Studio<br />

Arts profile<br />

English<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Art & Media<br />

Sculpture<br />

3D Digital Imaging<br />

1 Option c<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Digital Imaging/Studio<br />

Arts profile<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

Advanced Workshop<br />

Digital<br />

Advanced Workshop:<br />

Studio<br />

1 Option c<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Creative Arts Portfolio:<br />

Digital Imaging/<br />

Studio Arts<br />

Semester 2<br />

Film/Video/Communications<br />

profile<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Art & Ideas<br />

Television Studio<br />

Screen Studies<br />

Digital Filmmaking II<br />

Semester 3<br />

Film/Video/Communications<br />

profile<br />

English<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Art & Media<br />

Film His<strong>to</strong>ry:<br />

Selected Topics<br />

Digital Filmmaking III<br />

1 Option c<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Semester 4<br />

Film/Video/Communications<br />

profile<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

Canadian Film and<br />

Television<br />

Digital Filmmaking IV<br />

1 Option c<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Creative Arts Portfolio:<br />

Digital Imaging/<br />

Studio Arts<br />

Pho<strong>to</strong>/Design<br />

profile<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Art & Ideas<br />

Col<strong>our</strong> Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy<br />

Black & White<br />

Pho<strong>to</strong> Workshop<br />

2D/3D Design<br />

Pho<strong>to</strong>/Design<br />

profile<br />

English<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Art & Media<br />

Studio Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy<br />

2D Computer Design<br />

1 Option c<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Pho<strong>to</strong>/Design<br />

profile<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

Advanced Pho<strong>to</strong><br />

Workshop<br />

Digital Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy<br />

Workshop<br />

1 Option c<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Creative Arts Portfolio:<br />

Digital Imaging/<br />

Studio Arts<br />

Option c<strong>our</strong>ses for students enrolled in the other two profiles<br />

Digital Imaging/Studio<br />

Arts profile<br />

Drawing<br />

Computer Graphics<br />

Experimental Tech.<br />

in Drawing<br />

2D Comp. Animation<br />

Workshop<br />

Beyond the Object<br />

Film/Video/Communications<br />

profile<br />

Film/Video/Comm:<br />

Production<br />

Film/Video/Comm.:<br />

Film Studies<br />

Film/Video/Comm.:<br />

Prod./Workshop<br />

Pho<strong>to</strong>/Design<br />

profile<br />

Black & White<br />

Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy<br />

Light & Image<br />

S<strong>to</strong>ry Telling<br />

““The program’s intimate class sizes helped me learn a lot. In the television<br />

production class I was always in front of the camera, and my love for acting<br />

grew from there! I also learned the technical side of film and television<br />

which helped me when I faced the real situation on set.””<br />

–Christine Lan, Graduate<br />

ADMISSIONS HANDBOOK <strong>2014</strong>-2015<br />

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Liberal Arts<br />

(his<strong>to</strong>ry, ideas, and civilization)<br />

LIBERAL ARTS PROGRAM (700.B0)<br />

what is liberal arts (his<strong>to</strong>ry,<br />

ideas, and civilization) <br />

• A well-rounded education based on<br />

interdisciplinary studies<br />

• An exploration of ideas and<br />

knowledge-building skills in the areas<br />

of literature, his<strong>to</strong>ry, philosophy, the<br />

humanities, religion, his<strong>to</strong>ry of art, social<br />

sciences, natural sciences, as well as<br />

logic and mathematical languages<br />

• A broad understanding of the ideas<br />

of the western civiliation, a sense of<br />

the humanistic tradition and what it<br />

means <strong>to</strong> be citizen of the world<br />

• A unique program that avoids overspecialization<br />

in order <strong>to</strong> prepare<br />

academically-oriented students for<br />

many university programs, including<br />

the most competitive<br />

why liberal arts (his<strong>to</strong>ry, ideas,<br />

and civilization) at champlain<br />

college saint-lambert<br />

• An environment where faculty and<br />

students work <strong>to</strong>gether in a<br />

community dedicated <strong>to</strong> learning<br />

• Ability <strong>to</strong> think logically and read<br />

critically while expanding written<br />

and oral communication skills<br />

• Dynamic and stimulating discussions<br />

around issues from the Classical Age<br />

<strong>to</strong> the 21st Century<br />

• Opportunity <strong>to</strong> broaden y<strong>our</strong><br />

intellectual horizons by choosing option<br />

c<strong>our</strong>ses from the following areas:<br />

- Anthropology<br />

- Calculus<br />

- Economics<br />

- Geography<br />

- His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

- Human Biology<br />

- Philosophy<br />

- Political Science<br />

- Psychology<br />

- Public Speaking<br />

- Sociology<br />

- Spanish<br />

- Topics in Literature<br />

• Extra curricular activities such as<br />

concerts, plays, movies and field trips<br />

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where liberal arts (his<strong>to</strong>ry,<br />

ideas, and civilization) at<br />

champlain can take you!<br />

• Law<br />

• Communications<br />

• J<strong>our</strong>nalism<br />

• Education<br />

• Politics<br />

• His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

• Anthropology and Archeology<br />

• Philosophy<br />

• Religious Studies<br />

• Literature<br />

• Creative Writing<br />

• HumanitarianWork<br />

• Research in many academic fields<br />

Minimum Admission<br />

Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong><br />

Studies (DEC), applicants must<br />

possess a Quebec Secondary School<br />

Diploma, or have completed a level of<br />

education that is deemed equivalent<br />

by the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the<br />

requirements of the Règlement sur le<br />

régime des études collégiales, they<br />

may be refused admission due <strong>to</strong> lack<br />

of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

“When in high school, I found myself faced<br />

with the decision of where I wanted my<br />

future <strong>to</strong> go. It was not long before I figured<br />

out that I wanted <strong>to</strong> go in<strong>to</strong> Liberal Arts and<br />

that <strong>Champlain</strong> was one of the best schools.<br />

It only made sense <strong>to</strong> apply. While in cegep,<br />

I had two goals: become a better writer<br />

and take every opportunity <strong>to</strong> participate in<br />

theatre. In the very first semester, I became<br />

a better writer and the clubs let me enjoy<br />

theatre. The best aspect of <strong>Champlain</strong> is the<br />

number of people willing <strong>to</strong> help. Whether it is<br />

a teacher, a librarian, a tu<strong>to</strong>r or a friend, there<br />

is always someone ready <strong>to</strong> show you how <strong>to</strong><br />

achieve y<strong>our</strong> goals. Cegep can be a difficult<br />

time but that extra little bit of support is what<br />

makes all the difference.”<br />

–Adam Richard, Graduate<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

the Birth of Western Civilization<br />

Classical Literature<br />

Knowledge and Forms of Knowledge<br />

Ancient World His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

Physical Education<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Philosophy:<br />

Greece and Rome<br />

Two Option c<strong>our</strong>ses<br />

Middle Ages and Renaissance<br />

Medieval and Renaissance World<br />

Literature<br />

Medieval and Renaissance<br />

World Views<br />

World Religions<br />

Research Methods in<br />

the Liberal Arts<br />

Two Option c<strong>our</strong>ses<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

the Birth of the Modern Age<br />

17th <strong>to</strong> 19th Century Literature<br />

Post-Classical His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

Great Philosophical Ideas of the<br />

Modern World<br />

The “Sense” of Works of Art<br />

Principles of Logic and<br />

Mathematical Language<br />

Two Option c<strong>our</strong>ses<br />

the Contemporary World<br />

20th Century Literature<br />

Understanding Ethical Issues<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ry of Science and Scientific<br />

Methodology<br />

Liberal Arts Essay Seminar<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

One Option c<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Option C<strong>our</strong>ses may be selected<br />

from these concentration areas:<br />

• Anthropology<br />

• Digital Imaging/Studio Art<br />

• Economics<br />

• English Literature<br />

• Film/Video/Communications<br />

• Geography<br />

• His<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

• Mathematics<br />

• Modern Languages<br />

(beginner’s level c<strong>our</strong>ses)<br />

• Philosophy<br />

• Pho<strong>to</strong>/Design<br />

• Political Science<br />

• Psychology<br />

• Sociology<br />

C<strong>our</strong>ses will vary each semester<br />

depending on availability and space<br />

limitations.


Nursing<br />

NURSING PROGRAM (180.A0)<br />

being a nurse<br />

Nursing professionals are caring<br />

individuals with good communication<br />

skills who can work independently<br />

and as part of a team. Nurses provide<br />

health care <strong>to</strong> patients of all ages in a<br />

variety of settings. They must be able<br />

<strong>to</strong> exercise professional judgment while<br />

upholding the ethics and standards of<br />

their profession.<br />

Nursing at <strong>Champlain</strong> is…<br />

Nursing is a three-year program<br />

which blends classroom studies and<br />

nursing labs with clinical fieldwork<br />

in local hospitals and healthcare<br />

facilities. Students will be exposed<br />

<strong>to</strong> a variety of fields of practice such<br />

as obstetrics, pediatrics, ambula<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

care and geriatrics. Studies will focus<br />

on the seven dimensions of nursing:<br />

health promotion, prevention of<br />

disease, accidents and social problems,<br />

the therapeutic process, functional<br />

rehabilitation, quality of life and<br />

professional commitment.<br />

Where can Nursing<br />

take you <br />

Nursing graduates will be well prepared<br />

<strong>to</strong> enter the fast growing field of<br />

professional health care. Nurses work<br />

in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics and<br />

schools. A career in nursing can also<br />

lead <strong>to</strong> research in pharmaceutical<br />

labora<strong>to</strong>ries and universities. Nursing<br />

opportunities can also be found<br />

in industry, insurance companies,<br />

consulting for legal agencies,<br />

international travel and even cruise<br />

ships.<br />

Minimum Admission Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a<br />

Quebec Secondary School Diploma or<br />

have completed a level of education that<br />

is deemed equivalent by the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

They must also have the following<br />

prerequisites or equivalent c<strong>our</strong>ses:<br />

Sec IV Environmental Science &<br />

Technology (058-404 OR 558-404)<br />

OR Sec IV Science and Environment<br />

(058402 or 558402) OR Physical<br />

Science 436 AND Sec V Chemistry<br />

(051-504 or 551-504) or Chemistry 534.<br />

Adult Education Equivalences - PSC<br />

4010, 4011 & 4012, Chemistry 5021, 5042,<br />

& 5043 with labs.<br />

Recommended: Sec IV Mathematics<br />

Technical & Scientific Option (064406<br />

or 564406) or Mathematics Science<br />

Option (065406 or 565406) or Math<br />

436 or Math TS 4 or SN 4 is highly<br />

recommended.<br />

Applicants must submit a letter of intent.<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> become a practicing nurse,<br />

graduates must pass the L’Ordre des<br />

infirmiers et infirmières du Québec<br />

(OIIQ) licensing examination. Students<br />

must also demonstrate their ability <strong>to</strong><br />

function in French in order <strong>to</strong> meet<br />

the needs of their clientele. As proof,<br />

nursing candidates may be required <strong>to</strong><br />

pass an examination set by the OQLF.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the<br />

requirements of the Règlement sur le<br />

régime des études collégiales, they may<br />

be refused admission due <strong>to</strong> lack of<br />

space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester<br />

“Sharing my passion with young adults<br />

who are studying <strong>to</strong> become nurses is a<br />

wonderful adventure! I remember them<br />

at the beginning of the school year, they<br />

were quiet, shy but… so eager <strong>to</strong> learn. In<br />

less than a year they already demonstrate<br />

commitment, willingness <strong>to</strong> offer excellent,<br />

and safe nursing care and, most important,<br />

high level of professionalism. The students’<br />

enthusiasm is contagious. They are truly<br />

inspiring and I honestly think it is fantastic <strong>to</strong><br />

work with them!”<br />

–Carole Cormier, Nursing Teacher<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

Semester 5<br />

Semester 6<br />

Intro <strong>to</strong> <strong>College</strong> English<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary C<strong>our</strong>se<br />

Ana<strong>to</strong>my and Physiology 1<br />

Lifespan Development<br />

Fundamentals of Nursing<br />

(Chronic Long Term Care)<br />

English for Nursing<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Communication & Professional<br />

Challenges in Nursing<br />

Ana<strong>to</strong>my and Physiology II<br />

Fundamentals of Nursing II<br />

(Medicine Surgery)<br />

Pharmacotherapy<br />

English<br />

Physical Education<br />

Sociology of Health<br />

Ana<strong>to</strong>my of Physiology III<br />

Mental Health Challenges;<br />

Care of the Aging Client<br />

French Specific B Technical<br />

Programs<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Microbiology & Immunology<br />

Sociology of Families<br />

Care in Childbearing and<br />

Childrearing Family (Maternal -<br />

Perinatal - Neonatal & Pediatrics)<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Care of Persons with Complex<br />

Health Problems (Medical-Surgical<br />

& Ambula<strong>to</strong>ry Care)<br />

Complementary C<strong>our</strong>se II<br />

Nursing Integration<br />

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Advertising Management<br />

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (410.D0)<br />

The Program<br />

The Advertising Management Option<br />

is designed <strong>to</strong> provide students with<br />

a well-rounded understanding of the<br />

technical, creative, and business aspects<br />

of the advertising industry. This option<br />

is recommended for students who are<br />

interested in the co-ordination and<br />

creation of effective advertising and<br />

marketing campaigns. The advertising<br />

industry is an exciting, fast-paced<br />

environment. Successful people in<br />

this field need a strong imagination,<br />

creativity, initiative, discipline, and good<br />

interpersonal skills.<br />

Features of the Option<br />

In addition <strong>to</strong> learning how <strong>to</strong> develop and<br />

manage advertising campaigns, students<br />

will also:<br />

• Develop business communication and<br />

presentation skills<br />

• Improve their interpersonal and group<br />

interactive skills by working in teams<br />

• Acquire computer literacy in visual<br />

design and layout environments<br />

• Improve both time and stress<br />

management skills<br />

• Gain practical experience in the<br />

industry through on-the-job fieldwork<br />

(industry stage)<br />

Graduates of Advertising<br />

Management may pursue<br />

employment opportunities<br />

in:<br />

• Marketing Departments of<br />

manufacturing and service<br />

industry companies<br />

• Advertising Agencies<br />

• Government Agencies<br />

• Retail Organizations<br />

• Non Profit Organizations<br />

• Marketing and<br />

Advertising<br />

Research<br />

• Public Relations<br />

• Consultancy<br />

• Sales Promotion Agencies<br />

• Magazines and Newspapers<br />

• Trade and Consumer Publications<br />

• Media Buying Specialists<br />

• Radio and Television stations<br />

• Sales Agencies<br />

Minimum Admission Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a Quebec<br />

Secondary School Diploma or have<br />

completed a level of education that is<br />

deemed equivalent by the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the requirements<br />

of the Règlement sur le régime des<br />

études collégiales, they may be refused<br />

admission due <strong>to</strong> lack of space.<br />

Students who are considering possible<br />

university studies in Management should<br />

consider taking the CEGEP equivalent of<br />

Secondary V level math. Please consult an<br />

Academic Advisor for more information.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

Semester 5<br />

English<br />

Physical Education<br />

French<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Marketing<br />

The Business of Advertising<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Business<br />

Software Tools<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Television<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Consumer Behavi<strong>our</strong><br />

Business Law in Advertising<br />

Principles of Advertising<br />

Management<br />

Desk<strong>to</strong>p Applications for<br />

Print Marketing<br />

Business Communications<br />

in Quebec<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Accounting<br />

Managerial Statistical Methods<br />

Webpage Design for Marketing<br />

and Sales<br />

Français du travail<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

Public Relations and Event<br />

Planning<br />

Delivering Quality Cus<strong>to</strong>mer<br />

Service<br />

Interactive Advertising –<br />

Virtual S<strong>to</strong>refront<br />

Financial Budgetary Control<br />

Campaign Strategy<br />

Development<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary<br />

Advertising Research<br />

Global Marketing &<br />

International Advertising<br />

Career Planning<br />

Media Sales Management<br />

Internal Advertising<br />

Competition Practicum<br />

Commercial Management<br />

of Advertising<br />

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Semester 6<br />

Industrial Advertising Trade<br />

Shows Practicum<br />

External Advertising Campaign<br />

Practicum<br />

Advertising & Media Externship<br />

Strategic Media Planning


Sport Marketing<br />

and Management<br />

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (410.D0)<br />

The Program<br />

The Sport Marketing & Management<br />

program prepares students <strong>to</strong><br />

effectively manage and market in a<br />

wide range of sport-related enterprises.<br />

It is designed for the student who<br />

enjoys having responsibility, taking<br />

initiative, dealing with the public and<br />

being part of a team. This three-year<br />

program has a practical approach <strong>to</strong><br />

learning through the use of simulations,<br />

case studies, and assorted software<br />

applications. Students will have the<br />

opportunity <strong>to</strong> complete fieldwork<br />

or <strong>to</strong> develop a project through an<br />

independent study in Sport. Sport<br />

Marketing and Management will give<br />

you the knowledge and skills needed<br />

<strong>to</strong> succeed in business and can lead <strong>to</strong><br />

a career that is both challenging and<br />

rewarding.<br />

Careers in Business<br />

The aim of the program is <strong>to</strong> prepare<br />

you for management or marketing<br />

positions in:<br />

• Sports marketing companies<br />

• Amateur athletic organizations<br />

• Professional sports teams/leagues<br />

• Sports and communication firms<br />

• Corporate fitness and wellness<br />

programs<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong>’s Sport Marketing<br />

& Management program will focus on<br />

developing the key management and<br />

marketing skills required for success<br />

in this field. Graduates will possess<br />

a sound knowledge base, refined<br />

analytical and critical capability,<br />

proficiency in communication, and<br />

strong social skills, allowing for<br />

rewarding interactions with others.<br />

Always flexible, graduates will have the<br />

ability <strong>to</strong> apply their marketing and<br />

management skills and succeed should<br />

they choose <strong>to</strong> work in non-sports<br />

related fields.<br />

Minimum Admission<br />

Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a<br />

Quebec Secondary School Diploma or<br />

have completed a level of education<br />

that is deemed equivalent by the<br />

<strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the<br />

requirements of the Règlement sur<br />

le régime des études collégiales, they<br />

may be refused admission due <strong>to</strong><br />

the lack of space. Students who are<br />

considering possible university studies<br />

in Management should consider taking<br />

the CEGEP equivalent of Secondary V<br />

level math. Please consult an Academic<br />

Advisor for more information.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

Semester 5<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Sport Management<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Marketing<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Business Software<br />

Tools<br />

His<strong>to</strong>ry of Sports<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Accounting<br />

Consumer Behavi<strong>our</strong><br />

Presentation Techniques for<br />

Marketers<br />

Desk<strong>to</strong>p Applications for Marketing<br />

Sports Marketing, Promotions<br />

& Fundraising<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

Financial Management in Sport<br />

Legal Issues in Sport<br />

Webpage Design for Marketing &<br />

Sales<br />

Français du travail<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Managerial Statistical Methods<br />

Economics of Sports<br />

Sports Marketing Research<br />

Retailing in Sport<br />

Delivering Quality Cus<strong>to</strong>mer Service<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary<br />

Sales Force Training<br />

& Management<br />

Career Planning<br />

Project Management:<br />

Sport Product Launch<br />

or Facilities Management<br />

Sport Advertising<br />

Field Work in Sport or Independent<br />

Study in Sport<br />

Semester 6<br />

Media Relations in Sports<br />

Global Marketing of Sport<br />

Sales Practicum<br />

Sports Marketing Practicum<br />

Sports Management Externship<br />

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Graphic Communications<br />

OFFICE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM (412.A0)<br />

The Program<br />

Graphic Communications combines art<br />

and advertising in the production of print<br />

media, promotional materials, websites,<br />

and multimedia presentations. In <strong>our</strong><br />

c<strong>our</strong>ses, you learn by doing! During the last<br />

semester, you will have the opportunity<br />

<strong>to</strong> participate in an eight-week externship<br />

and apply y<strong>our</strong> skills in a real-world<br />

environment.<br />

The Business Center<br />

The Graphic Communications Business<br />

Center provides students with an<br />

opportunity <strong>to</strong> integrate management,<br />

design, and marketing skills while working<br />

in an authentic business environment.<br />

Working with actual clients will sharpen<br />

y<strong>our</strong> skills and develop y<strong>our</strong> ability <strong>to</strong><br />

communicate with clients <strong>to</strong> meet their<br />

needs. In the final semester, students<br />

produce multimedia and print portfolios<br />

showcasing their best work.<br />

Career Skills<br />

Graduates of this program will have some<br />

of the most sought after skills in <strong>to</strong>day’s job<br />

market, including the ability <strong>to</strong>:<br />

• Design web pages<br />

• Design page layouts<br />

• Produce publications such as brochures,<br />

flyers, manuals, forms and newsletters<br />

• Create and design interactive multimedia<br />

presentations<br />

Graduates have been employed as<br />

production artists, web authors, magazine<br />

layout artists, desk<strong>to</strong>p publishers, print<br />

shop technicians and in numerous other<br />

technology related jobs. Some graduates<br />

continue their studies in university<br />

programs leading <strong>to</strong> careers in advertising,<br />

communications, and graphic design.<br />

Minimum Admission Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a Quebec<br />

Secondary School Diploma or have<br />

completed a level of education that is<br />

deemed equivalent by the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the requirements<br />

of the Règlement sur le régime des études<br />

collégiales, they may be refused admission<br />

due <strong>to</strong> lack of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

Here is what some of <strong>our</strong><br />

GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS<br />

graduates are saying :<br />

“Mon stage m’a permis de décrocher un<br />

poste comme coordonnatrice régional<br />

au marketing. Ce travail m’a permis de<br />

développer mes connaissances et de<br />

connaître mes préférences. J’ai ensuite<br />

été référé à une agence de publicité où<br />

j’ai pu me qualifier p<strong>our</strong> un emploi en<br />

communications. Je me suis présentement<br />

conseillère dans la production imprimé.”<br />

–Marie-Eve Bégin, Graduate<br />

“I am working as an Assistant Marketing<br />

Coordina<strong>to</strong>r. It is the ideal job for me as I<br />

am using my education from <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

and from my John Molson School of<br />

Business degree. I really feel that I have<br />

found a package deal!”<br />

–Marya Azizullah, Graduate<br />

“I completed my program stage<br />

(externship) at the Videotron department<br />

of TVA Publications and was subsequently<br />

hired. I am now working on special<br />

projects which are really fun and a perfect<br />

start for my career.”<br />

–Tân Bubendorff, Graduate<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

Semester 5<br />

Semester 6<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary<br />

Graphic Communication I<br />

Speaking for Success<br />

Digital Graphics I<br />

Integrated Business Applications<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Humanities<br />

Graphic Communication II<br />

Digital Graphics II<br />

Page Layout I<br />

Web Publishing I<br />

Written Communications<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Advertising Communication<br />

Language or Typography<br />

Page Layout II<br />

Web Publishing II<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Digital Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy<br />

Français du travail<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Consumer Behavi<strong>our</strong><br />

Media Writing<br />

Design for Advertising<br />

Animated Graphics<br />

Design Integration<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary<br />

Entrepreneurship<br />

PrePress<br />

Career Planning<br />

Business Centre I<br />

Magazine Publishing<br />

Selected Topics in Interactive Design<br />

Corporate Design<br />

Multimedia & Print Portfolio<br />

Graphic Communications Externship<br />

Business Centre II<br />

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Human res<strong>our</strong>ces<br />

Management<br />

OFFICE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM (412.HR)<br />

The Program<br />

Human Res<strong>our</strong>ces Management is the<br />

focal point of any organization and is<br />

key <strong>to</strong> organizational success. Human<br />

Res<strong>our</strong>ces specialists must possess<br />

a variety of skills. They must be able<br />

<strong>to</strong> read and analyze documents,<br />

write policy papers and evaluations,<br />

communicate effectively with all levels<br />

of an organization, problem-solve and<br />

make decisions, all while exhibiting<br />

leadership qualities and exercising<br />

good judgment and discretion in an<br />

ethical manner. <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />

Saint-Lambert’s Human Res<strong>our</strong>ces<br />

Management program is designed<br />

<strong>to</strong> prepare you for entry-level HR<br />

positions in both the corporate and<br />

private sec<strong>to</strong>rs. Our c<strong>our</strong>ses will offer<br />

you a solid foundation in the field of<br />

Human Res<strong>our</strong>ces, and are structured<br />

<strong>to</strong> help you develop a wide range<br />

of knowledge and skills in business<br />

communications, project management,<br />

inter<strong>view</strong> techniques, influencing and<br />

negotiating techniques, social media<br />

expertise and will provide you with<br />

an understanding of the Quebec<br />

business environment. You will have<br />

the opportunity <strong>to</strong> apply y<strong>our</strong> skills<br />

and knowledge through hands-on<br />

experience <strong>to</strong> ensure that you are<br />

ready <strong>to</strong> join the workforce.<br />

The Human Res<strong>our</strong>ces Management<br />

program prepares you <strong>to</strong>:<br />

• Recruit and staff effectively<br />

• Administer compensation and<br />

benefit plans<br />

• Assist in employee training and<br />

development<br />

• Examine and develop solutions for<br />

employee related issues<br />

• Create and maintain a positive and<br />

safe workplace<br />

• Understand and communicate<br />

employment laws, rights and<br />

obligations<br />

• Plan and prepare strategically for<br />

business environment changes<br />

as well as a new generation of<br />

employees<br />

Graduates of the program may choose<br />

<strong>to</strong> pursue a university degree or<br />

explore a variety of careers such as:<br />

• Junior recruiter in a corporate setting<br />

• Recruiter in a temporary placement<br />

agency<br />

• Recruitment research technician in a<br />

professional recruitment firm<br />

• HR technician in a corporate setting<br />

• HR analyst in a corporate setting<br />

• Health and safety coordina<strong>to</strong>r<br />

• Benefits coordina<strong>to</strong>r<br />

• Lab<strong>our</strong> relations officer<br />

• Training and development<br />

coordina<strong>to</strong>r<br />

Gaining experience in the Human<br />

Res<strong>our</strong>ces field may lead <strong>to</strong> positions<br />

such as:<br />

• HR generalist<br />

• HR coordina<strong>to</strong>r<br />

• Training and development manager<br />

• Recruiter or senior recruiter in a<br />

corporate setting<br />

• Client account manager in a<br />

temporary recruitment agency<br />

• Recruiter (headhunter) in a<br />

professional recruitment firm<br />

• HR advisor in a corporate setting<br />

• Employee relations advisor<br />

Minimum Admission<br />

Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), applicants must possess a<br />

Quebec Secondary School Diploma or<br />

have completed a level of education<br />

that is deemed equivalent by the<br />

<strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the<br />

requirements of the Règlement sur le<br />

régime des études collégiales, they<br />

may be refused admission due <strong>to</strong> lack<br />

of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown*<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

Semester 5<br />

Semester 6<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> Business<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> HR Management<br />

Writing Business Communications<br />

Project Management<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Humanities<br />

Organizational Behavior<br />

Employment Law<br />

Writing Business Communications<br />

Social Media Business Tool<br />

Strategic Staff Planning<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

Diversity in the Workforce<br />

Working with Numbers<br />

Health and Safety<br />

Job Analysis and Job Descriptions<br />

English<br />

Physical Education<br />

Humanities<br />

Talent Recruitment and Selection<br />

Performance Management<br />

Training<br />

Compensation & Benefits<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary<br />

Lab<strong>our</strong> Relations<br />

Media Writing for Recruitment<br />

Business Ethics<br />

Career Planning<br />

Speaking for Success<br />

Français du travail<br />

Job Recruitment Practicum<br />

Networking for Business<br />

Influencing and Negotiating<br />

Screening and Inter<strong>view</strong> Techniques<br />

Human Res<strong>our</strong>ces Externship<br />

* Pending Board approval<br />

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T<strong>our</strong>ism Management<br />

TOURISM PROGRAM (414.A0)<br />

The Program<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism is the world’s largest and fastest<br />

growing industry and, in Canada, <strong>to</strong>urism<br />

growth has consistently outpaced most<br />

industrial sec<strong>to</strong>rs over the past decade.<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert is the<br />

only English CEGEP <strong>to</strong> offer the three year,<br />

tuition-free T<strong>our</strong>ism program.<br />

In the T<strong>our</strong>ism Management option,<br />

you will discover the many facets of the<br />

industry, learn how <strong>to</strong> use the most recent<br />

industry technology and participate in<br />

trade shows as well as plan and go on<br />

local, regional, national and international<br />

trips (past destinations have included<br />

Switzerland, Amsterdam, London, Eastern<br />

Europe and the Caribbean). You will also<br />

participate in a two-month, full-time workstudy<br />

session (stage) which often leads <strong>to</strong><br />

full-time employment when you graduate.<br />

Unique Features of the Program<br />

As a graduate of T<strong>our</strong>ism Management, in<br />

addition <strong>to</strong> being qualified <strong>to</strong> work in travel<br />

and <strong>to</strong>urism, you will have among y<strong>our</strong><br />

assets:<br />

• Communication skills (including public<br />

speaking)<br />

• Principles of management, marketing,<br />

promotion, finance and sales<br />

• Research methodology<br />

• The ability <strong>to</strong> communicate in English,<br />

French and Spanish<br />

• Practical experience (stage in industry)<br />

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See what you can do with a<br />

Career in T<strong>our</strong>ism<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism Management can lead <strong>to</strong> careers<br />

in management, consultancy, public<br />

relations, market research and analysis,<br />

<strong>to</strong>urism associations, events, meetings<br />

and conventions, federal and provincial<br />

ministries of <strong>to</strong>urism, public relations,<br />

airlines, cruise lines, hotels and resorts,<br />

<strong>to</strong>ur opera<strong>to</strong>rs, wholesalers, and corporate<br />

and leisure travel companies. You could<br />

end up planning an adventure, eco-<strong>to</strong>urism<br />

or world travel package, running y<strong>our</strong> own<br />

travel office, working in the hospitality<br />

industry, or employed by the provincial<br />

government as part of a team whose task<br />

is <strong>to</strong> enc<strong>our</strong>age travel <strong>to</strong> Quebec.<br />

Minimum Admission Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong> Studies<br />

(DEC), candidates must possess a Quebec<br />

Secondary School Diploma including<br />

CST 4 Math or have completed a level of<br />

education that is deemed equivalent by<br />

the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the requirements<br />

of the Règlement sur le régime des<br />

études collégiales, they may be refused<br />

admission due <strong>to</strong> lack of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

“This program is truly useful on a general<br />

level because there are a variety of different<br />

c<strong>our</strong>ses <strong>to</strong> take. All of them link <strong>to</strong> one<br />

another and provide you with a selection of<br />

available career paths. When I started this<br />

program, I wanted <strong>to</strong> be a hotel manager<br />

and with the years I have learnt new and<br />

different types of careers. This program can<br />

lead <strong>to</strong> careers such as, event coordina<strong>to</strong>r,<br />

<strong>to</strong>ur guide, travel agent, and <strong>to</strong>ur manager.<br />

Now that I am about <strong>to</strong> graduate, I know<br />

what I want and what I don’t want. What I<br />

love most about this program is that I will be<br />

able <strong>to</strong> work in <strong>to</strong>ns of different fields with<br />

this one D.E.C.”<br />

–Melissa Lozeau, Graduate<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

Semester 5<br />

Semester 6<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

World Geography<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> T<strong>our</strong>ism Management<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism in Quebec & Canada<br />

Computer Applications for T<strong>our</strong>ism<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Cus<strong>to</strong>mer Service Management<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism in U.S.A. and Mexico<br />

Industry Field Studies<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism Research Methods<br />

Intro <strong>to</strong> T<strong>our</strong>ism Marketing<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Destinations Analysis: Europe<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism Consumer Behavior<br />

Sales Techniques<br />

Sustainable T<strong>our</strong>ism Practices<br />

Le français écrit du travail<br />

Spanish I *<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Destinations Analysis: Exotic<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism Marketing Applications<br />

Hotel Operations<br />

Cus<strong>to</strong>mized Individual Travel<br />

Spanish II *<br />

Complementary<br />

Physical Education<br />

Finance for T<strong>our</strong>ism Operations<br />

Human Res<strong>our</strong>ce Management<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism Law<br />

T<strong>our</strong> Management<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism Promotion<br />

Events, Meetings, Conventions<br />

Career Planning<br />

Group and Charters<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism Management & Trends<br />

Destinations Evaluation: Case Studies<br />

Reservations<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism Promotion Applications<br />

T<strong>our</strong>ism Portfolio<br />

Work Study


Computer Science –<br />

Legacy <strong>to</strong> Mobile<br />

Computer Science program (420.A2)<br />

The Program<br />

The Legacy <strong>to</strong> Mobile (L2M) option<br />

provides a unique experience<br />

in developing and supporting<br />

computer systems <strong>to</strong> satisfy business<br />

requirements. Graduates are well<br />

trained for a career as a programmer<br />

analyst/ technical support. Students<br />

will also benefit from an excellent onsite<br />

training at companies which may<br />

lead <strong>to</strong> full-time jobs.<br />

Our c<strong>our</strong>ses are constantly evolving<br />

<strong>to</strong> meet the needs of employers.<br />

Learning takes place in both the<br />

classrooms and computer labs. Our<br />

teachers bring sound knowledge<br />

and experience <strong>to</strong> the classroom.<br />

This three-year technical program<br />

is well-suited for students who are<br />

interested in computer programming.<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> will become one of the few<br />

Cegeps in Quebec <strong>to</strong> offer mainframe<br />

programming and, through <strong>our</strong><br />

partnership with the well established<br />

Fresche Legacy, students will have<br />

access <strong>to</strong> mainframe res<strong>our</strong>ces. In<br />

addition, students will focus on IT<br />

modernization solutions which include<br />

programming for mobile platforms<br />

such as tablets and phones.<br />

The program provides you<br />

with skills in:<br />

• problem solving<br />

• software design<br />

• operating systems<br />

• writing computer programs<br />

• client/server - multi-tiered<br />

architecture<br />

• web development<br />

• object-oriented programming<br />

• mobile device programming<br />

• database design and management<br />

• mainframe application programming<br />

Career Opportunities<br />

Prospects for both employment and<br />

advancement in the Information<br />

Technology industry are excellent.<br />

Over the past three years, the demand<br />

for IT professionals in Canada has<br />

doubled as baby boomers opt for<br />

retirement. The typical starting salary<br />

upon graduation is $45,000.<br />

A career as a Computer Programmer<br />

Analyst can provide you with exciting<br />

and rewarding work in areas such as:<br />

Computer programming, web<br />

development, systems development,<br />

data modeling, and database<br />

administration.<br />

Minimum Admission<br />

Requirements<br />

In order <strong>to</strong> be admitted <strong>to</strong> a program<br />

leading <strong>to</strong> a Diploma of <strong>College</strong><br />

Studies (DEC), applicants must<br />

possess a Quebec Secondary School<br />

Diploma or have completed a level of<br />

education that is deemed equivalent<br />

by the <strong>College</strong>. Applicants must<br />

also have successfully completed<br />

Mathematics TS 5 or SN 5.<br />

Admission Priorities<br />

Even if applicants meet the<br />

requirements of the Règlement sur le<br />

régime des études collégiales, they<br />

may be refused admission due <strong>to</strong> lack<br />

of space.<br />

Application Deadline<br />

March 1st for the Fall Semester.<br />

Semester<br />

Breakdown<br />

Semester 1<br />

Semester 2<br />

Semester 3<br />

Semester 4<br />

Semester 5<br />

Semester 6<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

French<br />

Physical Education<br />

Computing Mathematics<br />

Computer Fundamentals<br />

Introduction <strong>to</strong> OOP<br />

(Object Oriented Programming)<br />

Web Interface Design<br />

English<br />

French<br />

Humanities<br />

Complementary<br />

Quantitative Methods for Computer<br />

Science Students<br />

Programming with Java<br />

Web Site Planning and<br />

Implementation<br />

Operating Systems and Scripting<br />

Configuring, Managing and<br />

Maintaining Computers<br />

English<br />

Physical Education<br />

Complementary<br />

Business Fundamentals for IT<br />

Networking and Internet Services<br />

COBOL Programming<br />

Database Design and SQL Language<br />

Game Development<br />

English<br />

Humanities<br />

Physical Education<br />

Social Media Business Tool<br />

Business Systems Analysis<br />

JCL/RPG<br />

Legacy System Modernization<br />

Web Programming<br />

Database Systems Administration<br />

Software Testing and Quality<br />

Assurance<br />

Building Windows and Web<br />

Applications<br />

Final Project 1 – Legacy <strong>to</strong> Mobile<br />

Mobile Application Development<br />

Career Planning<br />

Emerging Technologies<br />

Externship – Legacy <strong>to</strong> Mobile<br />

Final Project 2 – Legacy <strong>to</strong> Mobile<br />

Comprehensive Assessment /<br />

Digital Portfolio<br />

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<strong>Admissions</strong> Requirements<br />

& Guidelines<br />

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<strong>Admissions</strong> Requirements<br />

& Guidelines<br />

<strong>Admissions</strong> Requirements & Guidelines<br />

STUDENT FEES PER SEMESTER<br />

sTUDENT fEES pER sEMESTER<br />

FOR ALL STUDENTS<br />

$30 application fee (one time only)<br />

$170 semester fee (includes optional $15 foundation fee)<br />

AdditionAl feeS reQuired AdditionAl feeS reQuired AdditionAl feeS reQuired<br />

qUEBEC NON-RESIDENT FEE<br />

(subject <strong>to</strong> change<br />

without notice)<br />

$1198 per semester<br />

INTERNATIONAL<br />

STUDENT FEE<br />

(subject <strong>to</strong> change<br />

without notice)<br />

$4949 per semester<br />

IB PROGRAM FEE<br />

(subject <strong>to</strong> change<br />

without notice)<br />

$400 per semester<br />

*All fees may paid online through y<strong>our</strong> Omnivox account, or sent <strong>to</strong> <strong>our</strong> office:<br />

BY MAIL/IN PERSON: ......900 riverside drive, f-103, Saint lambert, QC j4P 3P2<br />

QUESTIONS .................Call us at 450.672.7360, ext. 217<br />

Advanced Standing Applicants<br />

ADvANCED Students applying STANDING from other APPLICANTS Quebec Cegeps, private<br />

Students colleges, applying and other from other government-approved Québec CEgEPs, private colleges, and level other<br />

government-approved<br />

institutions must<br />

college<br />

submit<br />

level<br />

a student<br />

institutions<br />

copy<br />

must submit<br />

of their<br />

a student<br />

transcript<br />

copy of their<br />

transcript when applying. Upon admission, their official marks will be obtained<br />

when applying. Upon admission, their official marks will be<br />

directly from the ministry of Education and will be integrated in<strong>to</strong> their <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

obtained directly from the Ministry of Education and will be<br />

<strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert record. not all c<strong>our</strong>ses will necessarily be integrated.<br />

integrated in<strong>to</strong> their <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert record.<br />

EqUIvALENCES<br />

Not all c<strong>our</strong>ses will necessarily be integrated.<br />

Equivalences for c<strong>our</strong>ses taken at post-secondary institutions other than Quebec<br />

CEgEPs, Equivalences<br />

private colleges or other government-approved college level institutions<br />

are Equivalences considered on for a c<strong>our</strong>se-by-c<strong>our</strong>se c<strong>our</strong>ses taken basis at by post-secondary the Academic Advisors institutions<br />

consultation<br />

other with than the appropriate Quebec Cegeps, Department private head. Credit colleges will not or au<strong>to</strong>matically other be given<br />

for government-approved years or full semesters of study. college <strong>Champlain</strong> level <strong>College</strong> institutions Saint-Lambert are considered<br />

does not<br />

normally on a c<strong>our</strong>se-by-c<strong>our</strong>se grant equivalent credit basis for c<strong>our</strong>ses by the followed Academic at the university Advisors level. in<br />

consultation with the appropriate Department Heads. Credit will<br />

no request for equivalent credit will be considered until the following documentation<br />

has been submitted:<br />

not au<strong>to</strong>matically be given for years or full semesters of study.<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert does not normally grant<br />

equivalent (a) A detailed credit description for c<strong>our</strong>ses of the followed c<strong>our</strong>se content. at the university level.<br />

(b) An official transcript.<br />

No request for equivalent credit will be considered until the<br />

APPLICATION following documentation PROCEDURE has been submitted:<br />

Applicants (a) A detailed can apply description by accessing the of the college c<strong>our</strong>se website content. at :<br />

www.<strong>Champlain</strong>online.com. (b) An official transcript. Application forms are also available at the offices of<br />

high school guidance counselors and at the <strong>Admissions</strong> Office of the <strong>College</strong>. The<br />

deadlines for applying for full-time studies are march 1st for the fall semester and<br />

Application Procedure<br />

november 1st for the winter semester. The application fee is $30.<br />

Applicants can apply by accessing the college website at : www.<br />

champlainonline.com. The deadlines for applying for full-time<br />

studies are March 1st for the fall semester and November 1st for<br />

the winter semester. The application fee is $30.<br />

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Scholarships<br />

SCHOLARSHIPS<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert offers a Scholarship offers a Scholarship Program for incoming, Program<br />

for current incoming, and graduating current students. and graduating The value of each students. entrance The scholarship value of is<br />

each<br />

$750.00.<br />

entrance<br />

They are<br />

scholarship<br />

awarded <strong>to</strong> the<br />

is<br />

student<br />

$750.00.<br />

in each<br />

They<br />

program<br />

are<br />

with<br />

awarded<br />

the highest<br />

<strong>to</strong> the<br />

entering<br />

academic average among students with averages of 80% or higher. Close <strong>to</strong><br />

student in each program with the highest entering academic<br />

10 000 dollars in <strong>to</strong>tal scholarships are awarded each year. Scholarships valued<br />

average among students with averages of 80% or higher. Close<br />

at $750.00 are also awarded on behalf of the Fédération des Caisses Desjardins<br />

<strong>to</strong><br />

du<br />

10<br />

Québec<br />

000 dollars<br />

<strong>to</strong> students<br />

in <strong>to</strong>tal<br />

who have<br />

scholarships<br />

the highest cote<br />

are<br />

de<br />

awarded<br />

rendement<br />

each<br />

(cote R)<br />

year.<br />

midway<br />

Scholarships through their program valued <strong>to</strong> at help $750.00 them complete are also their college awarded studies. on Over behalf 13 000 of<br />

the dollars Fédération in <strong>to</strong>tal are des awarded Caisses each year. Desjardins At the end du of Québec their studies, <strong>to</strong> graduating students<br />

who students have are the eligible highest for various cote awards, de rendement medals and (cote prizes such R) midway as the Lieutenant<br />

through governor their Award, program the Board <strong>to</strong> of governors help them Award complete and the Quebec their Association college of<br />

studies. Retired Teachers Over 13 prize. 000 Since dollars 2000, in <strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>to</strong>tal are <strong>College</strong> awarded Saint-Lambert each year.<br />

At has the had end f<strong>our</strong> of winners their of studies, the prestigious graduating Canadian students merit Foundation are eligible scholarships<br />

for<br />

(valued<br />

various<br />

at more<br />

awards,<br />

than $40,000).<br />

medals<br />

Graduating<br />

and prizes<br />

students<br />

such<br />

have<br />

as<br />

also<br />

the<br />

been<br />

Lieutenant<br />

recipients of<br />

the Canadian Millennium Foundation scholarships (valued at approx. $20,000) as<br />

Governor Award, the Board of Governors Award and the<br />

well as entrance scholarships <strong>to</strong> universities such as mcgill, Concordia, université<br />

Quebec Association of Retired Teachers prize. Since 2000,<br />

de Montréal, HEC, Queens University, etc. In 2008 a graduating student was one<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> Saint-Lambert has had f<strong>our</strong> winners of the<br />

of three students in Canada <strong>to</strong> receive the morehead Cain Scholarship valued at<br />

prestigious $140. 000 Canadian Merit Foundation scholarships (valued<br />

at more than $40,000). Graduating students have also been<br />

recipients Call the <strong>Admissions</strong> of the Canadian Office at (450) Millennium 672-7360, Foundation ext. 256 scholarships<br />

(valued for more information. approx. $20,000) as well as entrance scholarships <strong>to</strong><br />

universities such as McGill, Concordia, Université de Montréal,<br />

HEC, Queens University, etc. In 2008 a graduating student was<br />

one of three students in Canada <strong>to</strong> receive the Morehead Cain<br />

Scholarship valued at $140. 000. Call the <strong>Admissions</strong> Office at<br />

(450) 672-7360, ext. 256 for more information.<br />

CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE SAINT-LAMBERT<br />

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Ajouter une langue à <strong>to</strong>n arc :<br />

un avantage qui en vaut l’effort !<br />

c<strong>our</strong>amment l’anglais n’ont habituellement pas de<br />

difficulté d’adaptation. P<strong>our</strong> <strong>to</strong>us ceux qui utilisent très<br />

peu l’anglais, des efforts devront être faits en dehors<br />

des c<strong>our</strong>s p<strong>our</strong> parler l’anglais en vue de réussir au<br />

cégep.<br />

1. Est-il difficile de passer du français à<br />

l’anglais comme langue d’études <br />

Oui, non et peut-être. Chaque étudiant aura un niveau<br />

de difficulté différent des autres étudiants. Le nombre<br />

d’heures consacré aux études influencera le résultat<br />

final. Comme de nombreux étudiants provenant<br />

d’écoles francophones, tu peux réussir <strong>to</strong>n c<strong>our</strong>s<br />

collégial avec de très bonnes notes. Le niveau de<br />

difficulté dépend de la connaissance de l’anglais que<br />

tu as avant de commencer tes études collégiales. En<br />

général, les étudiants qui ont une bonne moyenne<br />

générale au secondaire (80% et plus) seront en<br />

mesure de relever le défi. Ces étudiants ont déjà en<br />

place des techniques p<strong>our</strong> leur aider à réussir.<br />

Si tu veux changer de langue d’études, tu dois bien<br />

réfléchir à :<br />

• ta volonté de réussir<br />

• ta volonté de surmonter ta timidité et de parler en<br />

anglais en classe et en dehors des c<strong>our</strong>s avec des<br />

étudiants anglophones<br />

Notre analyse de la clientèle révèle que, par le<br />

passé, les chance de succès sont meilleures p<strong>our</strong> les<br />

étudiants provenant d’écoles francophones qui avaient<br />

obtenu une note minimum de 75% dans leur c<strong>our</strong>s<br />

’enrichis’ d’anglais langue seconde ou 80% minimum<br />

dans leur c<strong>our</strong>s ’régulier’ d’anglais langue seconde.<br />

P<strong>our</strong> les critères d’admission spécifique ainsi qu’une<br />

description en français p<strong>our</strong> chaque programme,<br />

veuillez consulter les descriptions de programme à<br />

l’intérieur de ce document. Les étudiants qui parlent<br />

2. Combien faut -il de temps p<strong>our</strong> s’adapter <br />

La période d’adaptation varie, mais il est certain<br />

que la première session est la plus difficile. Il suffit<br />

d’un petit effort au <strong>to</strong>ut début p<strong>our</strong> t’assurer un<br />

grand avenir. Si la difficulté d’adaptation t’inquiète<br />

<strong>to</strong>ut particulièrement, tu peux songer à réduire le<br />

nombre de c<strong>our</strong>s à la première session, et même à la<br />

deuxième, pendant que tu consacres plus de temps à<br />

perfectionner tes compétences en anglais. Il se peut<br />

que tu aies à suivre des c<strong>our</strong>s d’été afin d’obtenir <strong>to</strong>n<br />

diplôme d’études collégiales en deux ou trois ans ou<br />

même t’inscrire à une session de plus. Il faut noter que,<br />

dans certains cas, les étudiants ne peuvent pas réduire<br />

leur nombre de c<strong>our</strong>s car le programme doit être<br />

complété tel que prévu. Par exemple, le programme<br />

du Baccalauréat International doit être suivi tel quel<br />

car les étudiants devront se préparer p<strong>our</strong> écrire des<br />

examens externes provenant de la Genève. À partir du<br />

premier trimestre, nos conseillers pédagogiques sont<br />

disponibles p<strong>our</strong> discuter des préalables universitaires<br />

et de la cote de rendement.<br />

3. Que puis-je faire p<strong>our</strong> améliorer<br />

mes compétences en anglais avant de<br />

commencer mes c<strong>our</strong>s au cégep <strong>Champlain</strong><br />

Saint-Lambert <br />

Familiarise-<strong>to</strong>i avec les sons et la prononciation<br />

en regardant la télévision et en écoutant la radio<br />

régulièrement en anglais (trois à cinq fois par<br />

semaine), et en regardant des films en anglais.<br />

Écoute des chansons en anglais quand tu portes<br />

MP3. Améliore ta capacité à lire et à écrire l’anglais en<br />

lisant, par exemple, des j<strong>our</strong>naux, des revues et des<br />

livres en anglais. Rédige <strong>to</strong>n j<strong>our</strong>nal intime en anglais.<br />

Écris à tes ami(e)s en anglais. Effectue ta recherche<br />

sur l’Internet en anglais. Si tu le peux, voyage dans<br />

les autres provinces ou aux États-Unis. Fais-<strong>to</strong>i des<br />

amis anglophones et parle anglais avec eux. C’est en<br />

pratiquant que tu y arriveras. Écoute un livre audio<br />

<strong>to</strong>ut en le lisant. En lisant à voix haute, on remarque<br />

beaucoup plus les in<strong>to</strong>nations.<br />

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Ajouter une langue à <strong>to</strong>n arc :<br />

un avantage qui en vaut l’effort !<br />

4. Le Cégep <strong>Champlain</strong> Saint-Lambert<br />

offre-t-il un soutien aux étudiants dans<br />

ma situation <br />

Les ress<strong>our</strong>ces sont là : il n’en tient qu’à <strong>to</strong>i de t’en<br />

servir ! Les professeurs d’anglais sont disponibles<br />

en dehors des heures de c<strong>our</strong>s p<strong>our</strong> discuter des<br />

différentes techniques utilisées p<strong>our</strong> la composition.<br />

L’expérience de ces professeurs t’aidera à surmonter<br />

les obstacles que tu éprouveras. C’est essential de<br />

garder un contact avec tes professeurs. Les étudiants<br />

qui ont besoin d’aide additionnelle peuvent participer<br />

à des séances de tu<strong>to</strong>rat. Celles-ci sont dispensées<br />

par des pairs, au Centre d’apprentissage du cégep<br />

situé au troisième étage de la bibliothèque. Des<br />

outils et conseils utiles seront mis à ta disposition<br />

p<strong>our</strong> être capable de réussir au cégep. Une session<br />

d’information est aussi offerte au mois d’août p<strong>our</strong> les<br />

étudiants provenant d’écoles francophones. Le ’French<br />

Connection’ est composé d’étudiants francophones<br />

inscrits au cégep <strong>Champlain</strong> Saint-Lambert. Ces<br />

étudiants ont passé à travers les mêmes étapes que tu<br />

auras à franchir. Ils ont des conseils à t’offrir et peuvent<br />

servir comme point de repère au besoin.<br />

5. Les examens et les dissertations<br />

peuventils être rédigés en français<br />

Nous supposons que la raison principale qui t’amène<br />

à étudier en anglais est d’améliorer tes compétences<br />

dans cette langue. Aussi, tu devras rédiger une<br />

Épreuve ministérielle en anglais p<strong>our</strong> obtenir <strong>to</strong>n<br />

diplôme. C’est p<strong>our</strong> cela que le Cégep exige que <strong>to</strong>us<br />

les étudiants remettent leurs travaux en anglais.<br />

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION<br />

Housing<br />

Our Student Services Department<br />

maintains a Housing Registry that will<br />

assist you in locating apartments and<br />

rooms in the vicinity of the <strong>College</strong>.<br />

The facilities in the Registry are not<br />

inspected by Student Services nor the<br />

<strong>College</strong>. Be sure <strong>to</strong> read all the “hints” in<br />

this section before you go apartment or<br />

room hunting. The lease that you sign<br />

or the arrangement that you undertake<br />

in the case of a private home is y<strong>our</strong><br />

responsibility. Y<strong>our</strong> comments on the<br />

facilities listed in the Housing Registry are<br />

always welcome.<br />

Types of accommodation<br />

Private Homes<br />

• Room with kitchen privileges<br />

This type of accommodation has proven<br />

<strong>to</strong> be popular and is most affordable.<br />

The student prepares his or her meals in<br />

the home at a lower cost than restaurant<br />

or cafeteria dining.<br />

• Room with meals provided<br />

Depending on the arrangements<br />

made with the family, this type of<br />

accommodation allows for two or three<br />

meals a day included in the rent. This can<br />

be quite a handy situation provided that<br />

it is convenient for you <strong>to</strong> be home for all<br />

of y<strong>our</strong> meals. If not, perhaps you should<br />

stick <strong>to</strong> a room with kitchen privileges.<br />

Apartments<br />

Most apartments are not furnished, but<br />

they will often have a refrigera<strong>to</strong>r and<br />

s<strong>to</strong>ve. However, utility costs (e.g. heat and<br />

electricity, etc.) may or may not be included<br />

in the rent. Students should be very cautious<br />

before signing any lease and inquire about<br />

any «extras» that may cost more. In the<br />

newspaper, an apartment will be described<br />

as 1-1/2, 2-1/2 etc. The “:1/2” usually refers<br />

<strong>to</strong> the bathroom. For example, a 2-1/2<br />

room apartment would include a bedroom,<br />

living room with a small kitchenette, and<br />

bathroom. A 3-1/2 would be the same, but<br />

would have a separate room for the kitchen.<br />

The rent will vary according <strong>to</strong> the size of<br />

the apartment, the building, the area it is<br />

located in and the facilities offered.<br />

Looking for a place <strong>to</strong> stay <br />

Keep the following in mind:<br />

• Owners of a private home are reluctant<br />

<strong>to</strong> rent early because a student may not<br />

pass his or her final high school exams,<br />

may not be accepted by the college,<br />

may change his or her mind, etc. August<br />

is usually the best month <strong>to</strong> look for a<br />

place <strong>to</strong> stay because, by then, most of<br />

the above facts are known.<br />

• A neat appearance helps <strong>to</strong> make a<br />

good impression.<br />

• Use the Student Services Housing<br />

Registry, but remember that there are<br />

other res<strong>our</strong>ces available.<br />

• Speak <strong>to</strong> other students. Remember,<br />

word of mouth can get you a great<br />

apartment or room.<br />

• Check the classified ads in the Montreal<br />

and South Shore newspapers. Le<br />

C<strong>our</strong>rier du Sud is a good s<strong>our</strong>ce<br />

of information. You can scan the<br />

classifieds on their Internet site at www.<br />

c<strong>our</strong>rierdusud.com<br />

• Check the bulletin boards in the local<br />

shopping centres, grocery s<strong>to</strong>res, etc.<br />

• Sharing an apartment with another<br />

student can be cheaper than renting on<br />

y<strong>our</strong> own. If you are interested in finding<br />

a roommate, s<strong>to</strong>p by Student Services<br />

and place an advertisement in the<br />

Housing Registry.<br />

Found a place <strong>to</strong> stay <br />

Ask y<strong>our</strong>self the following:<br />

• Do y<strong>our</strong> appliances work Nothing can<br />

be as frustrating as a s<strong>to</strong>ve that does not<br />

work, clogged drains, leaky faucets, etc.<br />

• Are the rooms well heated How<br />

• How clean is the building This will give<br />

you a clue as <strong>to</strong> the type of service that<br />

you will receive.<br />

• Is y<strong>our</strong> room soundproof Remember,<br />

living near an arcade or heavy traffic<br />

can be irritating and can cut in<strong>to</strong> sleep<br />

and study time.<br />

• Is there enough s<strong>to</strong>rage space and<br />

closet space For example, where will<br />

you put y<strong>our</strong> bike for the winter<br />

• If it is unfurnished, how big will y<strong>our</strong><br />

apartment be after you move in y<strong>our</strong><br />

furniture<br />

• How many electrical outlets are there<br />

Are they located in convenient places<br />

• Are there laundry facilities in the<br />

building If not, how far away is the<br />

nearest laundromat<br />

• How far away are you from shopping<br />

centres, grocery s<strong>to</strong>res, banks or a<br />

credit union<br />

• What is the route <strong>to</strong> school Will you<br />

have <strong>to</strong> pay two or more fares <strong>to</strong> get <strong>to</strong><br />

y<strong>our</strong> destination<br />

• Is there access <strong>to</strong> a telephone<br />

• Are pets allowed<br />

• If you own a car, are there proper par king<br />

facilities Do you have <strong>to</strong> pay extra<br />

• Are blankets and linen provided with<br />

y<strong>our</strong> room rental<br />

• Is there a secure lock leading in<strong>to</strong> y<strong>our</strong><br />

apartment or room<br />

• If you rent a room, what are the<br />

expectations about having friends visit,<br />

the sound level of y<strong>our</strong> music, etc.<br />

Incidentals<br />

Do you need pots and pans, dishes, <strong>to</strong>wels,<br />

blankets, sheets or small appli ances... All<br />

this can be costly if it’s not provided or if<br />

you do not bring y<strong>our</strong> own.<br />

Important note<br />

Before signing a lease, you should<br />

consider important information which is<br />

available from Student Services at (450)<br />

672-7360, extension 355. If you encounter<br />

problems with y<strong>our</strong> lease, you can contact:<br />

Régie du logement / Rental Board<br />

201 Place Charles Lemoyne, 6th floor,<br />

Longueuil<br />

(514) 873-2245 or www.rdl.gouv.qc.ca<br />

There is no charge for this service. If you<br />

have a room in a private home where<br />

three or more rooms are rented out, or<br />

if y<strong>our</strong> room has its own bathroom and<br />

a separate entrance, you are eligible for<br />

assistance from the Rental Board. Student<br />

Services is also available <strong>to</strong> give you a<br />

hand with any housing difficulties. The<br />

housing information is general and subject<br />

<strong>to</strong> change. Statements concerning rights<br />

obligations, deadlines, etc. should be<br />

carefully re<strong>view</strong>ed with the Rental Board<br />

before taking any action.<br />

Transportation<br />

Public transportation is an economical<br />

way <strong>to</strong> travel. See Student Services about<br />

bus routes and fares and whether you are<br />

eligible for a student pass. Information on<br />

the local South Shore bus routes, fares, etc.<br />

is available on the Réseau de transport de<br />

Longueuil web site at www.rtl-longueuil.<br />

qc.ca. Students who choose <strong>to</strong> drive <strong>to</strong><br />

school can park their vehicles at the college.<br />

Parking passes are available at $150 per<br />

year, $85 per semester and $35 per month.<br />

Daily parking fees are $5.00 per day.<br />

Students will be able <strong>to</strong> purchase booklets<br />

of 10 tickets for $30. A valid <strong>Champlain</strong> ID<br />

card is required at the time of purchase.<br />

Prices are subject <strong>to</strong> change without notice.<br />

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DEGREE AT GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY<br />

<strong>Champlain</strong> <strong>College</strong> joined with Griffith University<br />

(Queensland, Australia) <strong>to</strong> offer a variety of university<br />

degree programs in Australia for Students in<br />

Advertising Management, Sports Marketing and<br />

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TransferMyDegree for more information.<br />

SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL RESOURCES<br />

Griffith University offers more than 25 scholarships for<br />

students from Canadian <strong>College</strong>s each year. Contact<br />

AustraLearn for details and an application form. In most<br />

cases, Canadian students are eligible <strong>to</strong> apply their<br />

provincial student funding <strong>to</strong> study overseas.<br />

Visit www.canlearn.ca <strong>to</strong> find out more. Other<br />

financial aid res<strong>our</strong>ce information can be found on the<br />

AustraLearn website.<br />

More information is available on line on these websites:<br />

www.australearn.org<br />

www.asialearn.org<br />

www.eurolearn.org<br />

www.globalinksnewswire.com<br />

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Transportation & Directions<br />

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CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE SAINT-LAMBERT


900 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, SAINT-LAMBERT, QUÉBEC J4P 3P2<br />

TEL 450-672-7360 FAX 450-672-9299 TOLL-FREE 1-877-929-9197<br />

admissions@champlaincollege.qc.ca • www.champlainonline.com

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