c a l e n d a r
2008 ~ 2009

Box 5005, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 5H5
100 College Blvd (56 Ave & 32 St)
Phone: (403) 342-3300
Fax: (403 340-8940
Website: www.rdc.ab.ca

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Contents
Table of Contents ....................................... 2
Index ................................................ 201
President’s Message ................................... 3
Academic Schedule 2007-2009 ............... 4
Admission .................................................. 8
Fees
.................................................. 11
Prior Learning Assessment ..................... 12
Degree Completion Programs: ...........
-Red Deer College Applied Degree in ....
Motion Picture Arts .................... 15
-University of Calgary Bachelor
of Arts ............................................. 16
-University of Alberta Bachelor ..............
of Education .............................. 20
-Athabasca University Bachelor
of General Studies .......................... 20
-Athabasca University Bachelor of ..........
Management .................................. 20
-University of Alberta Bachelor
of Science in Nursing ..................... 21
-University of Calgary Bachelor of
Social Work ..................................... 16
University Transfer Programs: ..........
-Bachelor of Arts ............................... 24
-Anthropology ................................. 27
-Communications .......................... 28
-Economics .................................... 29
-English ......................................... 30
-French or Spanish ........................ 31
-History .......................................... 32
-Philosophy .................................... 33
-Political Science ........................... 34
-Psychology .................................... 35
-Sociology ....................................... 36
-Recreation & Leisure Studies ....... 37
-Bachelor of Commerce .................... 38
-Bachelor of Education ..................... 40
-Bachelor of Science & Bachelor of .......
Education Combined Degree .... 42
-Bachelor of Fine Art ......................... 43
-Bachelor of Kinesiology &
Sport Studies .................................. 45
-Bachelor of Science &
Pre-Professional Programs ............. 48
-B.Sc. General ........................... 49
-B.Sc. in Agriculture ...................... 51
-B.Sc. in Agriculture/Food Business ...
Management .............................. 52
-B.Sc. in Atmospheric Sciences/ .........
Environmental Earth Sciences ... 53

-B.Sc. in Biochemistry ................... 54
-B.Sc. in Biological Sciences ......... 55
-B.Sc. in Chemistry ........................ 56
-B.Sc. in Computing Science ......... 57
-B.Sc. in Engineering .................... 58
-B.Sc. in Environmental &
Conservation Sciences ................ 59
-B.Sc. Environmental Science or .........
Environmental Management ...... 60
-B.Sc. in Forestry ............................ 61
-B.Sc. in Forest Business
Management .............................. 62
-B.Sc. in Human Ecology ............... 63
-B.Sc. in Mathematics or Statistics
or Math and Economics ............ 64
-B.Sc. in Nutrition and Food Science 65
-B.Sc. in Physics or Geophysics ..... 66
-B.Sc. in Physiology ....................... 67
-B.Sc. in Psychology ....................... 68
-Pre-Professional - Chiropractic .... 69
-Pre Professional - Dentistry .......... 70
-Pre Professional - Medicine ......... 70
-Pre Professional - Optometry ........ 71
-Pre-Professional - Pharmacy ........ 71
-Pre-Professional - Veterinary
Medicine .................................... 72
Apprenticeship and Trades ............ 73
Certificate & Diploma Programs: 77
-Automotive Service .......................... 78
-Business Administration ................. 79
-Career & Academic Preparation ...... 82
-Carpentry & Construction ................ 83
- Disability & Community Studies ..........
(formerly Rehabilitation Services .. 84
- Early Childhood Development (see
Early Learning & Child Care) .... 85
- Educational Assistant (formerly
Teacher Assistant) .......................... 87
-Financial Services ............................ 88
-General Studies (see Open
Studies) ....................................... 105
-Health Related Programs ................ 90
-Health Care Aide Program ........... 90
-Nursing Guided Practice Course .. 91
-Nursing Refresher Program ......... 91
-Hospitality and Tourism .......................
Management .................................. 92
-Kinesiology & Sport Studies ............ 94
-Legal Assistant Diploma .................. 98
-Management Certificate .................. 81

-Motion Picture Arts ......................... 99
-Music ............................................. 100
-Office Technology Certificate ......... 104
-Open Studies (formerly General ..........
Studies) ....................................... 105
-Pharmacy Technician .................... 106
-Practical Nurse Diploma ............... 108
-Professional Driver Certificate ....... 109
-Rehabilitation Services (see Disability &
Community Studies) ................. 84
-Social Work ................................... 110
-Teacher Assistant (see Educational .......
Assistant) ................................... 87
-Theatre Studies: ............................. 112
-Acting ..................................... 113
-Technical Theatre .................. 113
-Transitional/Vocational Program .. 114
-Unit Clerk Program ....................... 115
-Virtual Assistant Certificate ............ 116
-Visual Art ....................................... 117
Career Development Programs .........
-Multimedia Web Developer .......... 118
-Microsoft Office Specialist ............ 118
-Microsoft Certified Systems
Administrator .......................... 119
-Professional Bookkeeping Certificate
Program ....................................... 119
-Alberta Senior Citizens Housing ...........
Association .............................. 120
-Occupational Health & Safety ........ 121
-English as a Second Language ...... 121
Other Training Opportunities ...........
-Aviation ......................................... 122
-Continuing Education ................... 123
-Professional Accountant Designation124
Course Descriptions: .................. 125
College and University .................... 126
Career & Academic Preparation ..... 188
Adult Basic Education .................... 191
Series Visual Arts Summer School .. 192
International Learning ...........................
Opportunities .............................. 195

2008-2009 CALENDAR
The Web version is now the official Academic Calendar of Red Deer College. The Calendar and timetable set forth the intention of the College, at the time of publication, with
respect to all matters contained therein. The College reserves the right, at any time, to make whatever changes are necessary, including the cancellation of particular courses, in
order to serve the best interests of the College, or because of circumstances or occurrences beyond the College’s control. The College expressly denies responsibility or liability to
any person or persons who may suffer loss or who may be otherwise adversely affected by such.
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Welcome to Red Deer College
Based on that, we’ve designed everything
about RDC to ensure your time with us is
the very best it can be ... and that starts
with programming.

Mr. Ron Woodward
President
Welcome! We are thrilled that you’re
considering Red Deer College as a part of
your future. RDC is college as you always
imagined it would be ... great programs,
great people and a great campus ... all
right in the heart of central Alberta.
RDC was built around a community and
although our city is now the third largest
in the province, the sense of community
that has always made RDC so special
remains to this day. Our classes are small,
our learning approach hands-on, our
instructors friendly & accessible, and our
campus welcoming. Since 1964 RDC has
been an integral part of the central Alberta
landscape, working in partnership with
our community and our region to deliver
quality educational programming to all
our students. From our earliest days
housed in the wing of Lindsay Thurber
high school we have been committed to
offering our students a different approach
to post-secondary education ... we like to
say a more ‘balanced’ approach. At RDC
we understand that you come to college
not only to get a great education but also
to experience life. We understand that the
chance to meet new people is as
important as the chance to exchange ideas
and that as much learning takes place
over coffee as it does in the classroom.

Red Deer College • www.rdc.ab.ca

Since we first opened our doors we’ve
been committed to offering our students a
wide variety of choice in programming.
We just figure you deserve it! After all,
your time at RDC is laying the foundation
for your future and it’s our belief that you
should have access to as much diversity in
programming as possible. From
certificates to diplomas, apprenticeships
to degrees, RDC offers over 75 different
programs for you to choose from.
Whether your passion is in Motion
Pictures, Management or Mechanics,
we’ve got you covered. Because demands
in the marketplace are constantly shifting,
we are constantly on the lookout for ways
that we can enhance our programming
and ensure you have access to the courses
you want. It adds up to a lot of choice!
Not sure where to start? No problem ...
the folks in our Student Services
department will be happy to help.
And speaking of student services ... while
you’re here you’ll enjoy a fabulous range
of social activities and support services to
ensure your time at RDC really is the time
of your life. Hang out with your friends in
the Farside, the Forum or one of the
lounges, cheer on (or play on!) one of
our athletics teams at a game or join one
of dozens of on-campus student clubs.
Need a place to live? Have kids? Special
needs? No problem. Our goal at RDC is
to help you succeed and build a bright
future and we’ve stacked the campus with
support services to help you succeed.

has a comprehensive listing of the awards
and scholarships we have available
including our guaranteed scholarship
for every entry level student coming
directly from high school, with an average
of 85% or higher. We know you’ve
worked hard to get this far ... it’s our way
of saying ‘great job!’
We may be biased but we think you
couldn’t have chosen a better time to join
us at RDC. Why? Although we’re
strategically located right off the Queen
Elizabeth II highway, an hour and a half’s
drive from each of the province’s major
centres, we’ve been a hidden jewel for 44
years. But our reputation is starting to
catch up with us! Not only does RDC offer
a quality education in an intimate,
friendly, balanced environment, but we’re
also on a major expansion track that will
allow us to share the RDC experience with
even more students in the years to come.
Our expansion program, Building
Communities Through Learning, is
designed to ensure we can meet provincial
demand for increased programming in
health, business, visual arts,
manufacturing and trades. Thanks to
significant funding from Alberta Advanced
Education and major community
supporters, the first component of the
expansion program is nearing completion
and will add more than 18,000 square
metres (200,000 square feet) of learning
space to our campus. That’s a lot of space
for growing minds we can’t wait to
welcome to campus.
... continued on page 198

One of the most obvious ways we can help
you succeed is through financial support.
Through an increased bursary, scholarship
and awards program, we’re making every
effort to ensure that if there’s a will there’s a way - for you to get to College.
Our website, located at www.rdc.ab.ca

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Academic Schedule - 2008 - 2009

Academic Schedule - 2008-2009
Some programs may have courses which
begin earlier or later than the dates
indicated below. Please refer to specific
programs or course descriptions for
further information.

July, 2008
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1 - Canada Day. Forty-fifth College
year begins.
- Statutory Holiday. College Closed.
4 - Last day to apply for Supplemental
exams for Spring.
11- Supplemental exams for Spring
written.

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First day to apply for Spring Term
2009.
4- Civic Holiday. College Closed.
15- Fees for Fall Term and Full year
courses are due.
Registration will be cancelled
if fees are not paid.

September, 2008

December, 2008

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1 - Labour Day. College Closed
2 - New Student Orientation
3 - First day of classes for Fall Term.
11- Last day to register or add/drop Fall
or Full year courses.
- Last day to have tuition refunded
for Fall or Full year courses.

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1 - First day to apply for Fall Term 2009
13 - Thanksgiving Day. College closed.
16 - Emergency Response Day
23- Mid term feedback date.
Instructors give students formal
feedback on their academic standing
in Fall Term courses.

November, 2008
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7 - Final examination schedule posted.
10- College open. No classes
11- Remembrance Day. College closed.
12- Last day to withdraw from Fall Term
courses and receive a WD.

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3 - Last day of classes for Fall Term
courses.
8 - First day of final examinations for Fall
Term courses.
15- Last day of final examinations for Fall
Term courses.
17- Deferred exams written.
19- Last day for submission of
final grades for Fall Term courses.
23- Final grades available
25-31 College closed.

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1 - New Years Day. College closed.
2 - College opens.
6 - First day of classes for Winter Term.
- Mid term feedback date.
Instructors give students formal
feedback on their academic
standing in Full year courses.
9 - Last day to pay fees for Winter.
Registration will be cancelled if
fees are not paid.
13 - Last day to register or add/drop
Winter Term courses.
- Last day to withdraw from Full Year
courses and receive a WD
- Last day to have tuition refunded
for Winter Term courses.
- Last day to apply for Supplemental
Exam.
17- Supplemental Exams written.

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Academic Schedule - 2008 - 2009

Academic Schedule - 2008-2009
February, 2009

April, 2009

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23- Classes resume after mid-term break.

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9 - Last day of classes for Full Year
and Winter Term courses.
10- Good Friday. College closed.
15- First day of final examinations for Full
Year and Winter Term courses.
22- Last day of final examinations for Full
Year and Winter Term courses.
24- Deferred exams written.
28- Last day for submission of final
grades for Winter Term courses.
29- Final grades available.

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Term courses and receive a WD.
18- Last day of classes for Spring Term
courses.
22- First day of final examinations for
Spring Term courses.
25- Last day of final examinations for
Spring Term courses.
26- Deferred exams written.
29- Last day for submission of final
grades for Spring Term courses.
30- Final grades available
- College Year ends.

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4 - Mid term feedback date
Instructors give students formal
feedback on their academic standing
in Winter Term courses.
5 - Emergency Response Day
12- Continuing student registration
begins.
13- Final examination schedule posted.
19- Last day to withdraw from Winter
Term courses and receive a WD.

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Examinations for Winter.
4 - First day of classes for Spring Term.
- Last day to pay fees for Spring
Term.
Registration will be cancelled if
fees are not paid.
8 - Last day to register or add/drop
courses for Spring Term.
- Last day to have tuition refunded
for Spring Term courses.
- Supplemental Examinations for
Winter Term written
18- Victoria Day. College closed.
23- Convocation.
29- Final examination schedule posted.
- Mid term feedback date.
Instructors give students formal
feedback on their academic standing
in Spring Term courses.

1 - Canada Day. Forty-sixth College
year begins.
3 - Last day to apply for Supplemental
exams for Spring
10- Supplemental exams for Spring
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Academic Schedule - 2009-2010
Some programs may have courses which
begin earlier or later than the dates
indicated below. Please refer to specific
programs or course descriptions for
further information.

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1 - Canada Day. Forty-sixth College
year begins.
- Statutory Holiday. College Closed.
3 - Last day to apply for Supplemental
exams for Spring.
10- Supplemental exams for Spring
written.

August, 2009
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Civic Holiday. College Closed.
First day to apply for Spring Term
2010.
14- Fees for Fall Term and Full year
courses are due.
Registration will be cancelled
if fees are not paid.

September, 2009

December, 2009

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7 - Labour Day. College Closed
8 - New Student Orientation
9 - First day of classes for Fall Term.
17- Last day to register or add/drop Fall
or Full year courses.
- Last day to have tuition
refunded for Fall or Full year
courses.

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8 - Last day of classes for Fall Term
courses.
12- First day of final examinations for
Fall Term courses.
18- Last day of final examinations for Fall
Term courses.
19- Deferred exams written.
22- Last day for submission of
final grades for Fall Term courses.
24- Final grades available.
25-31 College closed.

October, 2009
January, 2010
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1 - First day to apply for Fall Term 2010
12 - Thanksgiving Day. College closed.
30- Mid term feedback date.
Instructors give students formal
feedback on their academic standing
in Fall Term courses.

November, 2009
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10- Final examination schedule posted
11- Remembrance Day. College closed.
17- Last day to withdraw from Fall Term
courses and receive a WD.

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1 - New Years Day. College closed.
4 - College opens.
6 - First day of classes for Winter Term.
- Mid term feedback date.
Instructors give students formal
feedback on their academic
standing in Full year courses.
11- Last day to pay fees for Winter.
Registration will be cancelled if
fees are not paid.
13 - Last day to register or add/drop
Winter Term courses.
- Last day to withdraw from Full Year
courses and receive a WD
- Last day to have tuition
refunded for Winter Term
courses.
- Last day to apply for Supplemental
Exam.
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Academic Schedule - 2009-2010
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April, 2010

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22- Classes resume after mid-term
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1 - First day to apply for Winter 2011.
2- Good Friday. College closed.
12- Last day of classes for Full Year
and Winter Term courses.
17- First day of final examinations for
Full Year and Winter Term courses.
24- Last day of final examinations for
Full Year and Winter Term courses.
26- Deferred exams written.
29- Last day for submission of final
grades for Winter Term courses.
30- Final grades available.

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8 - Last day to withdraw from Spring
Term courses and receive a WD.
17- Last day of classes for Spring Term
courses.
21- First day of final examinations for
Spring Term courses.
24- Last day of final examinations for
Spring Term courses.
25- Deferred exams written.
29- Last day for submission of final
grades for Spring Term courses.
30- Final grades available
- College Year ends.

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March, 2010
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Instructors give students formal
feedback on their academic
standingin Winter Term courses.
12- Continuing student registration
begins.
- Final examination schedule posted.
22- Last day to withdraw from Winter
Term courses and receive a WD.

Red Deer College • www.rdc.ab.ca

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3 - First day of classes for Spring Term.
- Last day to apply for Supplemental
Examinations for Winter.
- Last day to pay fees for Spring
Term.
Registration will be cancelled if
fees are not paid.
7 - Last day to register or add/drop
courses for Spring Term.
- Last day to have tuition
refunded for Spring Term
courses.
10- Supplemental Examinations for
Winter Term written
17- Victoria Day. College closed.
22- Convocation.
28- Final examination schedule posted.
- Mid term feedback date.
Instructors give students formal
feedback on their academic standing
in Spring Term courses.

1 - Canada Day. Forty-seventh College
year begins.
5 - Last day to apply for Supplemental
exams for Spring
12- Supplemental exams for Spring
written

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3 - First day to apply for Spring Term
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A d m i s s i o n

Admission
Information and Advice
Contact the Registrar’s Office at 342-3400
for information or an appointment.

Policy on Admission to
Credit Programs
Each program has specific admission
requirements. These are approved by
Academic Council.
You should apply and complete your
admission file at the earliest possible date.
It is to your advantage to apply as early as
possible since most programs can
accommodate only a limited number of
students and the College may stop
accepting applications at any time.
Note: Bachelor of Science Nursing
applicants will be offered admission on a
competitive basis, based on GPA ranking.

Admission Categories
You may apply as one of the following:
Regular Student
You are able to meet the regular admission
requirements for the program. (See the
program section of this calendar.) The
regular admission requirements may
include:
• suitable courses, grades, and averages
• tests, auditions, portfolios, or other
approved criteria.
Mature Student
You must be 19 years of age or older. You
must be out of school for at least one full
year before the program starts. Admission
under this category is not automatic.
Check the specific admission requirements
for the program you want to enter. (See
the program section of this Guide.)

The Registrar will evaluate courses taken in
other educational institutions for
equivalence.
Unclassified Student
You may take a maximum of two courses
per term without presenting documents.
Prerequisites for courses must be
presented.
Visiting Student
You must present approval from another
accredited institution to take a course(s) at
Red Deer College. Your home institution
will determine admission requirements.
College Advanced Placement
You must have successfully completed at
least one 30-level course.
You must have a minimum final mark of
80% in any Grade 12 subject that is a
prerequisite for the chosen College course.
You must have a letter from your high
school principal indicating:
1. you are currently enrolled in high
school
2. you are eligible for, or have had a
successful background in, a gifted
education program, and
3. you show social maturity, creativity,
exceptional talent, and a commitment
to finishing tasks.

General Information About
Admission
Program Admission Requirements
The admission requirements for each
college program are listed in the program
sections of this Guide.
Most college programs require computer
skills, especially in the areas of word
processing, spreadsheets, e-mail and web
navigation.

Red Deer College Career and Academic
Preparation courses and upgrading
courses from other colleges are equivalent
to Alberta high school diploma courses for
admission purposes.

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Alberta Grade 12 Course Groups
Because of the changes to English
Language Arts Curriculum, Red Deer
College accepts English 30-1 as meeting
English 30 admission requirements and
English 30-2 as meeting English 33
admission requirements.
Admission requirements for specific
programs will often refer to Alberta Grade
12 course groups. These groups are:
Group A (Humanities)
1. ELA 30-1
2. Social Studies 30
3. Language (other than English) at the 30
level
4. Additional Language (other than
English) at the 30 level
Group B (Fine Arts)
1. Art 30
2. Art 31
3. Commercial Art 35
4. Drama 30
5. Music 30
6. Music 31
7. Performing Arts 35A, 35B, or 35C
8. Visual Communications 32A, 32B, or
32C
Group C (Sciences)
1. Biology 30
2. Chemistry 30
3. Mathematics 30 (Pure)
4. Mathematics 31
5. Physics 30
6. Science 30
Group D (Optional Subjects)
One 5-credit subject at the 30 level, or two
3-credit subjects at the 30 level (Special
Projects 30 excluded).
Math 30 (Applied)
OR
Five 1-credit CTS units

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Alberta Education Courses Used For
Admission and Prerequisite
Purposes
Alberta Education
RDC CAP
Course Name
Course Name
Accounting 10/20
Accounting 075
Biology 10/20
Biology 075
Biology 30
Biology 095
Chemistry 10/20
Chemistry 075
Chemistry 30
Chemistry 095
Computing 20
Computing 085
ELA 10-1/ELA 20-2
English 075
ELA 30-1
English 095
ELA 30-2
English 090
French 10/20
French 101
French 30
French 102
Keyboarding 30
No equivalent
Math 10 (Pure)
Math 075
Math 20
Math 085
Math 20 (Pure)
Math 085
Math 30 (Pure)
Math 096
Math 31
Math 097
Physics 10/20
Physics 075
Physics 30
Physics 095
Social Studies 13
No equivalent
Social Studies 23
No equivalent
Social Studies 30
Social Studies 095
Social Studies 33
Social Studies 090
Spanish 10/20
Spanish 101
Spanish 30
Spanish 102
CAP - Alberta Education Grade
Comparison
NOTE: This grade comparison does not
represent grade conversions made by Red
Deer College instructors when grades are
assigned. It is a statement of competence
equivalency between Career and Academic
Preparation Program and Alberta Education
courses, and will be used for admission
purposes only.
Alberta
Education %

CAP
gpa

100 - 90
89
88
87
86
85

4.00
3.95
3.90
3.85
3.80
3.75

CAP
A, A+

84
83
82
81
80
79
78
77
76
75
74
73
72
71
70
69
68
67
66
65
64
63
62
61
60
59
58
57
56
55
54
53
52
51
50
0-49

3.70
3.63
3.56
3.50
3.43
3.37
3.30
3.23
3.15
3.08
3.00
2.93
2.85
2.78
2.70
2.60
2.50
2.40
2.30
2.23
2.15
2.08
2.00
1.93
1.85
1.78
1.70
1.60
1.50
1.40
1.30
1.23
1.15
1.08
1.00
0.00

A-

When to Apply
Applications will be accepted according to
the dates published in the Academic
Schedule (see page 6).
B+

B

B-

C+

C-

D+

D
F

Credentials from Other Provinces and
Countries
If you are from another province or
country, you must have qualifications
comparable to those of Alberta applicants.
The Registrar’s Office has information on
specific requirements.
Quotas and Enrolment Limits
Many Red Deer College programs and
courses have limited enrollment, and fill
quickly due to a high number of
applications.

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All Applicants (Except Apprenticeship)
1. Submit a completed Application for
Admission form to the Registrar’s Office
by mail, in person or electronically
(http://www.rdc.ab.ca)
2. Submit a non-refundable application
fee. The fee for Canadian Citizens and
Permanent Residents is $50.00.
International Students pay $75.00.
3. Submit official transcripts of all previous
secondary and post-secondary
education. Official transcripts must be
sent directly from the issuing institution
to theRegistrar.

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Residency Requirement
In order to qualify for an RDC program
credential, students must complete 25% of
the credit requirements for the credential
through enrollment in RDC courses.
Please note that some RDC programs may
have a different residency requirement.

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How to Apply for Admission

Note: All documents submitted become the
property of the College. They will not be
returned to you.
International Students
For admission to RDC, follow all procedures
outlined above, and if your first language is
not English, submit evidence that you are
capable in the English language. The
College will accept as proof:
a) a minimum TOEFL score of: 550
paper based , or 213 computer based,
or 80 internet based
OR
b) a minimum grade of 60% in ELA 30-1
OR
c) IELTS - accept minimum score of 6.5
overall, with at least 5.5 on each
band score
d) CAEL - accept minimum score of 60
overall, with at least 60 on each band
score
e) MELAB - accept minimum score of
85 overall, with at least 80 on each
band score
*IQAS - you may be required to have your
documents evaluated by IQAS (International
Qualifications Assessment Service)
For further information, contact
Assessment
Room: 1101
Phone: (403) 342-3219

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Test Centre
Room 2204
Phone: (403) 342-3292
Email: test.centre@rdc.ab.ca
For entrance to a University transfer
program
1. As above
2. A minimum grade of 60% in English 30
3. An average of 60% overall on subjects
required for the particular program
If you are studying at Red Deer College
under student visa, you must consult the
calendar of the institution to which you
intend to transfer regarding their policy on
admitting international students.
Readmission
You must apply for readmission if
• you are accepted and do not attend, or
• you completely withdraw from a
program, or
• you leave the College for one term or
more (Spring/Summer excluded)
Current admission policy will apply in
most cases.
Admission to Another Program (for
students currently enrolled at RDC)
Apply at the Registrar’s Office.
Applications will be accepted according to
the dates published in the Academic
Schedule (see page 4).

Application Processing
Response Letters to Applications
•You will be advised by mail as to which
documents are needed to complete your
application.
An offer of Conditional Admission is
given if:
• your application form shows that you
have completed or are completing the
program admission requirements.
• you submit official documents (such as
final transcripts) before the program
begins.
Note: Acceptance may be cancelled if
these documents are not received by stated
deadlines.

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Acceptance of Offer of Admission
• If you wish to accept our offer, you must
confirm acceptance within 3 weeks.
Wait Lists
• If you qualify for admission after the
program has filled, you will be
placed on a wait list. You will be
advised if space becomes available.
• If you are on a wait list when the
program starts, you may stay on the wait
list for admission to the next available
term. All admission requirements and
documents MUST be provided before
you will be considered for the next
available term.
• If the program for which you are
waitlisted has been declared
oversubscribed, you will be given an
opportunity to indicate that you wish to
be considered for the next intake.
• If admission requirements change for
the program for which you are
waitlisted, you must meet the new
requirements by the document deadline
for the term you are admitted to.
Clear Admission
• Clear admission will be offered when all
final documents have been received,
showing you have met all program
admission requirements.
Deferring Your Acceptance for
Admission
• You can defer your acceptance once if
you are unable to attend because of
special circumstances.
• You must inform the Registrar’s Office in
writing if you wish to defer acceptance.
Cancelling Your Program
If, for any reason, you cannot attend the
program to which you were admitted,
please notify us of your intention to cancel
your admission. To do so, you can email
us at webadmission.rdc.ab.ca or phone us
(403)342-3400.
Test and Interview Results
• Test and interview results will be kept
confidential according to College policy
and the Freedom of Information and
Protection of Privacy Act.
• You may ask the Registrar for results of
tests given by the College for admission
purposes.
• If you have been rejected on the basis of
interviews, you can ask for the rationale
for rejection from the program
Chairperson.

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Choosing Another Program
If you are not admitted into the program of
your choice, you will be told the reason
and offered assistance in choosing another
program.
Refusal of Admission
The College reserves the right to refuse
admission to any person.
Appeal of an Admission Decision
Contact the Registrar if you have concerns
about an admission decision.

Assessment
To assist students in registering in courses
for which they have adequate preparation,
Red Deer College requires or suggests
assessment in the following areas:
Placement Testing
Placement Testing is a requirement for all
students wishing to enter the Career and
Academic Preparation Program. General
Studies students needing or wishing to take
High School equivalency courses may be
required to arrange for placement testing
prior to registration.
Communications Course Placement
Students will be required to take a College
placement test before registering in a 200level written communications course.
(Students with 60% or greater in English
30 or ELA 30-1 will be exempted from this
test). Students who do not achieve a
satisfactory mark in this test will be
required to complete COMM 150 before
they can register in the required 200-level
course. Students should take the
placement test early in the event
preparatory work (COMM 150) is required.
Mathematics Diagnostic Test
First year university math is difficult for
many students. Red Deer College offers
the opportunity for students registering in
the courses to complete a diagnostic test
prior to the start of classes. Completion of
the test will allow students to anticipate
weak areas and receive assistance prior to
and during classes.

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Fees
Tuition and Student Association Fees are
charged on the number of billing credits
for the courses in which you are registered.
Some courses are also assessed Material
and Special Fees and are subject to
change.
Canadian Citizens and Permanent
Residents 2008/2009
Approved Tuition
All Programs
$ 102.50/cr
SA Fee
$ 4.25/cr
International Students 2008/2009
(per billing credit)
Tuition
$299.00/cr
SA Fee
$ 4.25/cr

Other Fees
Application Fee
- Canadian Resident
$ 50.00
- International Students
$100.00
Supplemental Exam
$ 50.00
Transcripts - per copy
$ 10.00
Returned Cheque Charge
$ 25.00
Prior Learning Assessment
$100.00
Graduation Gown Rental
$ 20.00
Diploma/Certificate Replacement $ 25.00
Advanced Placement
$ 50.00
Deferral or Late Charge
$ 25.00

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Health Fee (per year)
$128.00
Dental Fee (per year)
$128.00
Extension to Incomplete Grade $ 50.00
Challenge Exam
$100.00
Transfer Credit
$ 50.00
T2202A Replacement Fee
$ 10.00
iCard - Replacement
$ 20.00
-Withdrawal
$ 25.00
-Photo Replacement/Duplicate$ 5.00
-Printing/Photocopying
- white bond
$ .10
- color
$ .50
Letter of Permission
$ 10.00
Partial Credit for CMPT
$ 25.00
International Student Airport
Pickup Fee
$100.00
Parking Replacement Cards
$ 10.00
Activity & Wellness Fee/term
$ 20.00
Program Cancellation Fee
$ 50.00
(per course to a maximum of $200.00)
To waive, add family or re-activate Student
Health and Dental Plans, contact the
Student Benefits Plan Office before
September 19, 2008 (342-2844 or
sardcplan@gallivan.ca).

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Recognition of Prior Learning
Red Deer College recognizes prior learning
of skills, knowledge or competencies that
have been acquired through work, formal
and informal education or training, self
study or volunteer activity in the form of
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
RPL can take various forms, and the
associated outcomes can be used for a
variety of purposes relevant to the
individual’s educational program at RDC.
Students transferring to another postsecondary institution to obtain their final
academic credentials should be aware that
the receiving institution is not obliged to
recognize credit granted through RPL at
RDC. Students are strongly advised to
check with the receiving institution
regarding the transfer of credit. Students
who are funded by Student Finance Board
should note that credit granted via RPL
might affect their status as a full-time
student and attendant financial support.
In order to obtain RPL, a student must
provide relevant, supporting
documentation (usually in the form of an
official transcript) acceptable to the
college of an equivalent course. Normally
the Transfer Guide and the calendar
descriptions of equivalent courses will be
used to determine if the course may be
formally recognized. Recognition may also
be granted for experiences which are
equivalent to an identified RDC course (i.e.
practica or studio). In these cases, the
student must provide documentation
acceptable to the college.
Students registering for programs and
courses commencing in September must
file completed Recognition of Prior
Learning applications before the Add/Drop
date in the Fall term, for credit to be
applied to that term, and to be eligible to
“Drop” the appropriate course. Students
seeking Recognition of Prior Learning for
courses beginning in January, must file
Recognition of Prior Learning applications
before the Add/Drop date in the Winter
term, for credit to be applied to that term
and to be eligible to “Drop”. The same
provisions are in effect for the Spring term.

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To qualify for an RDC program credential,
students must complete at least 25% of the
credit requirements for the credential
through enrollment in RDC. To receive
recognition of prior learning by RDC, the
individual requesting RPL must have
already applied to the College and been
admitted to a program.
RPL may take one of the following forms:
1. Transfer Credit is applicable when
students wish to have formal
accredited post-secondary courses
transferred to their RDC credential.
Official transcripts, course
descriptions and course outlines from
the sending institution must be
provided before the learning is
assessed. If granted, “TR” and the
credit granted would appear on the
official transcript, with no grade
assigned. A non-refundable fee will
be charged per application, with the
exception of courses listed in the
Alberta Transfer Guide; Block
Transfers from other post-secondary
institutions with existing transfer
agreements and courses from within
RDC.
2. Advanced Placement is a method of
recognizing learning, obtained via
formal or informal means, which
enables students to waive a
prerequisite and register directly into
a higher level course. Students must
provide appropriate documentation
or demonstrations as determined by
the assessor. If granted, “AP” will
appear on the official transcript with
no grade or course credit assigned. A
non-refundable fee per application
will be charged.

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3. Challenge exams allow students to
obtain a course grade in recognition
of their learning, obtained via
informal or formal means. Students
applying to write a Challenge exam
must provide appropriate
documentation to support the
learning experiences they feel qualify
them to apply for the exam. You may
only write a Challenge exam once,
unless you have new/additional
learning experiences in the subject
after writing the exam. A failing grade
in an RDC course is not substantive
grounds for a Challenge, unless the
student can supply documentation of
additional learning experiences.
Students may not challenge a course
for which Advanced Placement or
Transfer Credit has already been
granted or which has been waived as
a prerequisite for a higher level
course. If the Challenge application is
approved, a non-refundable fee per
course will be charged. A Challenge
process must be completed before the
last day of final exams for the term in
which the student is registered in the
Challenge section of the course. Once
the Challenge is completed, the
Challenge Letter Grade will appear
on the official transcript with the
appropriate credit weight, and a
comment indicating the grade was
obtained via the Challenge process.
After registering in a Challenge, a
student may apply to “Withdraw” from
this process before the last day of final
exams for the term in which they are
registered in the Challenge section of
the course. If a student withdraws
from a Challenge, a “WD” with a
Challenge comment will appear on
the transcript. The Challenge fee is
non-refundable. If the Challenge
process is not completed within the
timelines specified, a grade of “F will
appear on the transcript.

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4. Prior Learning Credit granted
through the Prior Learning
Assessment process recognizes formal
and informal learning. Applications
for Prior Learning Credit must be
accompanied by appropriate
supporting documentation as
determined by the assessor. The
assessment process may take many
forms including: portfolio, skill
demonstrations, documentation,
exams, letters of attestation of skill
mastery, or other assessment strategies
deemed appropriate by the subject
matter experts. If granted, “PL” and
the credit granted will appear on the
official transcript, no grade assigned.
A non-refundable fee per course will
be charged.
5. Home Schooling
Red Deer College recognizes that
students learn and acquire knowledge
in a variety of settings. A student who
has completed a Home Education
Program, authorized or approved by
the Alberta Ministry of Education, may
qualify for Red Deer College
admission by successfully completing
a Career and Academic Preparation
Course Challenge Assessment, or
Alberta Learning Departmental
Exams. Applicants must meet the
competence equivalencies for all the
courses designated as prerequisite
requirements for admission to a
specific program.
6. Restrictions
Each department is responsible for
outlining any restrictions in student
access to challenge and advanced
standing. The restrictions require the
approval of Academic Council.
Courses Not Eligible for Challenge:
All Art courses except ART 201, 203,
301, 303, 305, 306.
BADM 207, 270
BUS 303
CSYS 222
COMM 191, 294
DRAM 205, 212, 213, 303, 304,
305, 306, 307, 308, 310, 311, 312,
313, 314, 315, 316, 317, 318
One of ELCC 210 or 220
One of ELCC 310 or 320

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ENGG 200
LAW 250
Music - all MUSP, MUSS, and MUSE
courses.
OADM 140, 170, 240
DACS 208, 311, 312
NURS 281, 285, 381, 385, 391, 395
SOWK 206, 208, 308, 309
EDAS 114, 181
Courses Not Eligible for Advanced
Standing:
BADM 270
DACS 311, 312
SOWK 206, 208, 308, 309
7. Career and Technical Studies
Modules
Career and Technical Studies
modules may be considered for
admission, or prior learning
assessment purposes. Students
need to formally apply for Recognition
of Prior Learning, and provide
documentation from the high school,
of the specific modules completed to
be eligible for prior learning
assessments, or credit awards.
8. Advanced Placement (AP)
Program
AP graduates may receive academic
credit at RDC for their AP credential
earned during high school. Only AP
grades of 4 or 5 are accepted for
transfer credit. An official AP
transcript is required for assessment.
Transfer credit at RDC will be
awarded based on current articulation
agreements with Alberta Universities
as cited in the Alberta Transfer Guide.
For courses not governed by an
articulation agreement, students may
choose to pursue a Challenge process
in order to obtain academic credit at
RDC.
When registering please tell your
Academic Advisor that you have AP
courses. Caution must be exercised
as Advanced Standing for AP courses
may not be recognized by some
receiving institutions. Policies of
institutions which you plan to attend
after Red Deer College should be
taken into account.

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9. International Baccalaureate (IB)
Program
IB graduates may receive up to 30
credits (five full course equivalents) at
RDC for their IB credential earned
during high school. IB grades of 5 or
lower will not be accepted for transfer
credit at RDC.
Transfer credit at RDC will be
awarded based on current articulation
agreements with Alberta Universities
as cited in the Alberta Transfer Guide.
For courses not governed by an
articulation agreement, students may
choose to pursue a Challenge process
in order to obtain academic credit at
RDC.
When registering please tell your
Academic Advisor that you have IB
courses. Caution must be exercised
as Advanced Standing for IB courses
may not be recognized by some
receiving institutions. Policies of
institutions which you plan to attend
after Red Deer College should be
taken into account.
Assessment of IB or AP Courses
Depending on the form of assessment,
a student may receive
•Transfer Credit (credit, but no
grade is given for the course) or
•Advanced Placement (the
requirement for completing the
course as a prerequisite for
higher level courses is waived,
but students will be required to
substitute another course to
meet transfer credit
requirements) or
•A challenge grade.
Following is an example of how
transfer credit for IB is currently
awarded based on existing
articulation agreements at Red Deer
College and the University of Alberta.
(See chart on following page).

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Example:
International Baccalaureate Course
Biology HL
Chemistry SL5
English HL
French SL
History HL
Mathematics SL5
IB Diploma
1
2

3
4
5

Red Deer College Course
BIOL 218
CHEM 211
ENGL 210
FREN 200
See Footnote 2
MATH 203 or 212
See Footnote 4

U of A Course
BIOL 107
See Footnote 1
ENGL 101
FREN 150
HIST 120
MATH 100 or 114
101 level Open Elective

Credits
3 credits
3 credits
6 credits
6 credits
6 credits
3 credits
3 credits

Students may apply to write a credit by special assessment examination in CHEM 101 or CHEM 103.
IB History of Europe HL is not equivalent to any course offered at RDC. However, students with IB History credentials who attend RDC and then
transfer to U of A will qualify for transfer credit for History 120 when they register at the U of A. Students with Full IB Diplomas will receive credit
for a 3-credit option course when they transfer to the U of A.
Students may apply to write a credit by special assessment examination in Math 100 or Math 114.
RDC will offer a $1,000.00 IB Diploma Scholarship to the first year RDC student with the highest IB Diploma score.
Students who plan to major in the physical sciences will be required by RDC to take the appropriate first year courses in mathematics and
chemistry or to write challenge examinations rather than to accept transfer credit for Mathematics 212 and Chemistry 211.

10. Tech Prep - Articulation Agreement existing with the Central Alberta Technology Preparation Consortium include:
Secondary Courses

Red Deer College Course Equivalents

Community Health Modules 1040, 1050, 1080, 2050, 2070, 3020, 3040, 3050
Community Health 2120
Community Health 2070 (ASL 1)
Community Health - Health Science Modules (Advanced) and NAIT EMR Certificate
Community Health 3010-3030, 3070, 3100
Community Health - Health Science Modules (80% minimum mark)
Construction Technologies Modules
Electro-Technologies Modules
Fabrication Studies Modules
Fashion Studies Modules 1030-1060, 2020, 2030, 2050-2110, 3020-3060, 3090
Financial Management 2010, 2050, 3030, 3020, 3040
Financial Management 2010, 2050, 3010, 3020, 3040
Financial Management 1010-1030
Financial Management 2020-2050
Foods 2150
Information Processing 1010, 1030, 1040, 2050, 2070, 2080
Information Processing 3110, 3120 & CMPT 110 Projects
Information Processing 1010, 1030, 1040, 2040
Information Processing 3030
Information Processing 3040
Information Processing 2050
Information Processing 2040
Information Processing 2050-2080, 2120
Information Processing 3030
Information Processing 2170, 2160, 3150 - 3170 and CSYS 112 final examination and assignment
Tourism Studies 1010, 1020
Tourism Studies 1030 (Alberta Best or equivalent)
Work Experience (250 hours relevant experience)
Work Experience (250 hours relevant experience)

ECD 211 & Course Audit
Grad requirement for some programs
Rehabilitation 351
Rehabilitation 205
Second year Social Work Option - 3 credits
Advanced progress in first two years of Nursing
Advanced Progress in first year apprenticeship
Advanced Progress in first year apprenticeship
Advanced Progress in first year apprenticeship
Drama 105
Hospitality 202 (non-accounting majors only)
Hospitality 202 (non-accounting majors only)
Office Administration 120
Office Administration 121
Hospitality 215
Hospitality 213
Computing 110
Hospitality 307
Law 125
Law 235
Law 126
Office Administration 110
Office Administration 100/101
Office Administration 111
Computer Systems Technology 112
Hospitality 301
Hospitality 233
Meets Social Work entrance requirement
Hospitality & Tourism Practicum - HOSP 209, 217, or 224 depending on
student’s major
One of:
Hospitality 209 (Marketing major)
Hospitality 224 (Accounting major)
Hospitality 217 (Food and Beverage major)

Work Site Learning (250 hours)
Industry-related placements only
Advanced credit relevant to student’s major

Students seeking advanced credit at the college level must be registered as Tech Prep students in high school, complete the high school courses identified by individual college
programs, and focus their studies in the most relevant CTS strand to the college program that they are entering.

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