Here are a few upcoming programs and courses you may be interested in. More programs can be found by visiting the web sites of the organizations listed on this page.
APICS builds operations management excellence in individuals and enterprises through superior education and training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and a worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.
The Canadian Centre for Environmental Education (CCEE) has taken the next step in ensuring that its Certificate Program in Environmental Practice is aligned with the needs of employers today.
The program is a partnership between ECO Canada and Royal Roads University, but universities and colleges across Canada have joined forces to provide the most up-to-date and relevant online courses that can be used to fulfill the requirements of the certificate.
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"This certificate is a great example of how the academic community in Canada is coming together to offer education specifically designed to meet the current needs in the environment industry" says Grant Trump, President and CEO of ECO Canada.
Please visit www.ccee.ca to learn more. Or contact us at info@ccee.ca.
The Canadian Centre for Environmental Education (CCEE) has recently established a distance-based post-graduate certificate program that is intended to provide environmental practitioners with additional environmental qualifications.
The CCEE is a partnership between ECO Canada and Royal Roads University and offers valuable services in addition to the Certificate in Environmental Practice.
Please visit the CCEE web site to learn more about environmental career services, professional recognition initiatives, and to enrol in the certificate program.
A certificate program that is offered by the University of Manitoba Continuing Education Division. The IPTCM Certificate consists of a blend of courses in intellectual property and in technology commercialization and in management that may be taken in any order except where prerequisites apply (i.e., TCM Level I may be taken before IPM Level I). The certificate consists of four core courses and two elective courses.
For further information contact April Dunn, Program Administrator, Continuing Education Division, tel: (204) 474-8022, fax: (204) 474-7660, email: april_dunn@umanitoba.ca or visit the course web page.
Seneca College, in partnership with Carson Dunlop and Associates, is offering a ten subject Home Inspection program offered in cooperation with the Ontario Association of Home Inspectors (OAHI). The program incorporates the Standards of Practice of ASHI/CAHPI (American Society of Home Inspectors/Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors). The program is based on curriculum developed by ASHI in conjunction with Columbia Assessment Services Inc., as a result of their Role Delineation Study of the home inspection profession. It is also consistent with the Occupational Standards document created on behalf of CAHPI.
The program is being delivered in the classroom, through correspondence and online.
This comprehensive program has also been adopted by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (CAHPI) in British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. The Carson Dunlop program complies with ASHI Curriculum and Standards of Practice.
Contact Norma Columbus, Program Coordinator, tel: 416-491-5050, ext. 2515 or email: Norma.Columbus@senecac.on.ca or visit the program web site.
Focuses on a systematic approach to managing medical technology in clinical settings. Through real-life examples, case studies and projects, leads into analyzing and evaluating the needs and the processes in the management of medical technology in different phases of technology life-cycle. Provides continuous challenge to the ability of critically reviewing information and solving problems. Prerequisite: Completion of BCIT Diploma in Health Sciences or equivalent, or with the approval of the Program Head.
For more information contact the British Columbia Institute of Technology, 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, V5G 3H2, tel: 604-434-5734 or visit the course web page.
Introduces device design and development, standards and regulation. Emphasizes engineering design control issues based on the FDA's Quality System Requirements (21CFR820.30). Consists of three modules: The first module provides an overview, discusses product life cycle models and compares medical device regulations and standards applicable in Canada, the US and Europe. The second module focuses on design control. Topics include project planning, hazard analysis, design input/output, verification/validation, and design reviews. Lessons are reinforced with medical device design examples. The third module addresses design documentation, design transfer and post-design activities. Specifically emphasizes the basic design control concepts that are applicable to system and hardware design and could form the basis for software design. Prerequisite: BMET Diploma (a technical diploma is desirable) or similar Diploma or Degree or with special permission of the Program Head.
For more information contact the British Columbia Institute of Technology, 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, V5G 3H2, tel: 604-434-5734 or visit the course web page.
This course is for professional engineers and geoscientists concerned with mineral project reporting for an issuer on a Canadian stock exchange. It provides guidance for preparation of a technical report under National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. NI 43-101 establishes the standards for all public disclosure of scientific and technical information about a mineral project. The course is also a reference source of mineral project reporting standards for property owners, securities analysts, investors and regulators
This course is designed for engineering, operating and administrative personnel, as well as senior executives ... in fact, for all stakeholders whose participation and commitment are essential to the success of any TQM initiative. It draws on leadership and cultural issues that are critical to motivate individuals to buy into the program. Practical suggestions are provided on how to structure an implementation program
A course for maintenance and operating managers and supervisors that reviews the concepts and application of maintenance practices as they apply to the integrated mining operations of the 21st. century.
A course on project management prepared for engineers, estimators, purchasing agents, senior managers and company presidents that addresses planning and scheduling, estimating, cost-control, change forecasting, procurement, contracts, reporting, administration, consultants, and problems that lead to delays and cost overruns and ways to avoid them.
For further information about all CIM courses, please contact:
Marie-Hélène Émond
Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM)
Tel: (514) 939-2710, ext.1302
Fax: (514) 939-2714
E-mail: jwatier@cim.org
EduMine presents a wide range of online courses and short courses on mining and geoscience topics.
Professionals in mining and the geosciences are using these courses to meet their CPD (Continuing Professional Development) requirements.
This certificate is a partnership of the following organizations:
Visit the Manitoba Quality Network (QNet) web site for details.
This is a 10 week course providing in depth instruction on lighting practices. It is currently the most advanced course offered by IESNA. It is an extension of ED100 and provides material on systems, equipment, calculation procedures and terminology. This course is ideal for those who have a strong working knowledge of lighting and professionals who want a thorough overview of the field. This course is offered once every five years and will be offered this year based on student interest. IES reserves the right to cancel due to lack of participation. Students will be notified once course offering is confirmed.
For more information visit the the Illuminating Engineering Society, Winnipeg Charter web site. To register as a potential student, please contact Nazra Gladu by e-mail (ngladu@hydro.mb.ca) or phone (360-3746). Students will be notified and sent the appropriate course registration documents once this course offering is confirmed.
Global Innovative Campus (GIC) Canada is a provider of professional training in many areas of business, engineering, and project management. GIC offers technical education via face-to-face classroom courses, in-house training, distance education, and video conferences. GIC successfully trains professionals to upgrade their knowledge to make them more productive as well as helping them advance along their career path.
To meet the ever-changing needs of our society, GIC provides structured, practical and affordable educational solutions in traditional and information age technology, for individuals in quest of lifelong learning, through a variety of delivery modes.
Technology Solutions For The Workplace
The Civil Engineering Technology Department offers short courses and work shops in May and June each year. They are intended to be practical hands-on courses in a variety of timely subjects where participants can enhance and upgrade skills in a focused professional development environment. Fees include lunch, refreshments, parking and related course materials.