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• BC Reads: Adult Literacy Fundamental English - Course Pack 4

  Author(s): Shantel Ivits, Vancouver Community College

  Updated: Sep 29, 2021

  Description: This course pack is designed to meet the learning outcomes for Adult Literacy Fundamental English Level 4 (roughly equivalent to grades 4.5 to 6 in the K-12 system). Every chapter includes a level-appropriate, high-interest reading of between 400 and 500 words. The readings are freely available in a separate reader with convenient links to the readings in each chapter of this course pack. Font size and line spacing can be adjusted in the online view, and have been enhanced for the print and PDF...[more]

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• BC Reads: Adult Literacy Fundamental English - Course Pack 3

  Author(s): Shantel Ivits, Vancouver Community College

  Updated: Sep 29, 2021

  Description: This course pack is designed to meet the learning outcomes for Adult Literacy Fundamental English Level 3 (roughly equivalent to grades 3 to 4.5 in the K-12 system). Every chapter within the three units includes a level-appropriate, high-interest reading of between 350 and 500 words. The readings are freely available in a separate reader with convenient links to the readings in each chapter of this course pack. For students using this program in a self-paced format, there are audio clips embedd...[more]

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• BC Reads: Adult Literacy Fundamental English - Course Pack 2

  Author(s): Shantel Ivits, Vancouver Community College

  Updated: Sep 29, 2021

  Description: This course pack is designed to meet the learning outcomes for Adult Literacy Fundamental English Level 2 (roughly equivalent to grades 1.5 to 3 in the K-12 system). Every of the eight chapters includes a level-appropriate, high-interest reading of approximately 200 words. The readings are freely available in a separate reader with convenient links to the readings in each chapter of this course pack. The online version of this course pack also contains audio recordings of each story in the read...[more]

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• BC Reads: Adult Literacy Fundamental English - Course Pack 1

  Author(s): Shantel Ivits, Vancouver Community College

  Updated: Sep 29, 2021

  Description: This course pack is designed to meet the learning outcomes for Adult Literacy Fundamental English Level 1 (roughly equivalent to beginner to grade 1.5 in the K-12 system). Every of the nine chapters includes a level-appropriate, high-interest reading of approximately 100 words. The readings are freely available in a separate reader with convenient links to the readings in each chapter of this course pack. The online version of this course pack also contains audio recordings of each story in the...[more]

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• Basic Motor Control

  Author(s): Chad Flinn, BCIT, Aaron Lee, BCIT

  Updated: Sep 29, 2021

  Description: This readily accessible online resource was developed for anyone who has interest in, or works with, AC motors and their associated motor control equipment. Whether you are an electrical apprentice learning about the subject in school or a seasoned journeyperson installing equipment in the field, you will find it easy to navigate through the descriptive text, original diagrams, and explanatory videos to find the exact information you are looking for.

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• Basic Kitchen and Food Service Management

  Author(s): go2HR, The BC Cook Articulation Committee

  Updated: Sep 29, 2021

  Description: Basic Kitchen and Food Service Management is one of a series of Culinary Arts open textbooks developed to support the training of students and apprentices in British Columbia’s foodservice and hospitality industry. Although created with the Professional Cook, Baker and Meatcutter programs in mind, these have been designed as a modular series, and therefore can be used to support a wide variety of programs that offer training in foodservice skills.

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• Basic HVAC

  Author(s): Aaron Lee, BCIT

  Updated: Sep 29, 2021

  Description: This readily accessible online introductory resource was developed for anyone who has interest in, or works with, HVAC controls and equipment. Designed for electrical and HVAC apprentices learning about the subject in school, you will find the descriptive text and original diagrams easy to navigate through, while the question bank will help students review the subject matter covered in each section.

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• Barbering Techniques for Hairstylists

  Author(s): Arden Magtiza, Vancouver Island University, Gary Franceschini, Vancouver Community College

  Updated: Sep 29, 2021

  Description: This manual serves as a guide for apprentices who desire to grow beyond their foundational haircutting knowledge and skills, and expand their knowledge to include more advanced barbering services, such as beard and moustache design, and straight razor shaves.

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• Pattern Development: Sheet Metal Level 1

  Author(s): Brian Coey, Camosun College

  Updated: Sep 22, 2021

  Description: This book covers all three forms of layout as well as geometric construction. It introduces the learner to the techniques used in parallel line, radial line, and triangulation. With videos and animations, the learner has an opportunity to play, pause, and rewind as they practice these techniques. This book covers material required for a level 1 sheet metal apprentice (Line E).

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• Digging into Canadian Soils

  Author(s): Canadian Society of Soil Science

  Updated: Sep 21, 2021

  Description: Written entirely by members of the Canadian Society of Soil Science, "Digging into Canadian Soils: An Introduction to Soil Science" provides an introduction to the core disciplines of soil science, and introduces the concepts and vocabulary needed by students just beginning their soil science journey. The textbook provides supplementary materials that are specific to regions in Canada, or may be of specific interest beyond what might be considered introductory soil science material. Importantly...[more]