Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Accounting (Co-op)

at Fanshawe College - London Campus Canada

This program, as the name implies, shall give Engineering students a one-year, intensive training in the practical elements associated with their profession, such as CAD, Blueprint Reading, Machining and Welding.  The program has been created to complement the theoretical skills that they presently obtain in their formal studies.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to :

• Solve complex technical problems related to mechanical environments and evaluate solutions according to accepted engineering principles.
• Design and analyze mechanical components, processes, and systems through the application of complex engineering principles and practices.
• Create graphics and other technical documents and evaluate these documents against appropriate engineering standards.
• Utilize current and relevant hardware and software to support the mechanical engineering environment.
• Design components using knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Apply knowledge of materials and engineering principles to manufacturing operations andprocesses as required.
• Select and utilize various machinery, tools, and other equipment used in manufacturing processes as required.
• Coordinate, conduct and analyze quality control and quality assurance procedures.
• Create a relevant project document including the creation of a risk management strategy, incorporating the environmental, economic, legal, safety, and ethical implications inherent in mechanical engineering projects.
• Produce, maintain and utilize documentation, and inventory and records systems.
• Participate in the management of an engineering product.
• Develop and implement strategies and plans to improve job performance and work relationships.

Business - Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a two-year Ontario College Diploma program. The curriculum covers theory and application of supply chain management in private and public sector environments. Specifically, courses address material sourcing, transportation methods, inventory, retail management, negotiation skills and analytical techniques. Students also enhance their computer skills and their business communication skills. The program aligns to the curriculum of various professional associations in supply chain management. Graduates, equipped with the skills required to improve an organization's profitability and operations, are in high demand in both the private and public sector.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

• Apply knowledge of the functional components of logistics to the interrelationships in the integrated supply chain.
• employ a working knowledge of operations processes and systems required in manufacturing, distribution, and services.
• Contribute to plans and schedules, at various levels in an organization.
• Apply the basics of purchasing and supplier management to current best practices.
• Apply best practices for inventory planning and control throughout the integrated system.
• Utilize information technology to support logistics management functions.
• Evaluate and select warehousing and transportation options and recommend appropriate solutions for business requirements.
• Participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of projects.
• Conduct business in the international marketplace.
• Conduct business in compliance with relevant national and international law, legislation, regulations, safety requirements, and professional standards.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, as required in a business culture.
• Apply problem-solving and critical-thinking skills as required in logistics management.
• Use effective human relations, interpersonal, and team skills in an organizational environment.
• Develop strategies for ongoing professional development to maintain and increase competence.
• Apply basic knowledge of the interrelationships among the functional areas of business in logistics management.

Co-operative Education

• Applicants seeking a Co-op Endorsed Diploma should apply to the Business - Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Co-op) program, Program Code BLS2.

This three-year Advanced Diploma in Cyber Security will provide students with the foundational Information Security (InfoSec) skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in the IT Security industry. Foundational topics will include information security, ethics, network management/analysis, programming and scripting, operating systems, and database management. Building on those foundational topics, the curriculum will also develop students’ skills in the areas of risk analysis, cryptography, vulnerability testing, access control implementation, and security audit performance. Graduates of this program will be able to proactively implement sound security practices to mitigate security risks and respond quickly to security breaches and issues that may have occurred.

Through hands-on laboratory activities, case study analyses, and research projects, students will enhance their Information Security understanding and develop their interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. This program will also include three co-operative education work placements to further enhance all of those skills.

Learning Outcomes

• Configure, implement, and manage security devices and equipment considering the unique features of the computer operating systems, networks, applications and software.
• Implement and evaluate security solutions for business processes, applications and communications to protect business resources and respond to the needs of all the internal stakeholders.
• Use project management principles to implement security strategies and processes that address the organization’s information security requirements.
• Develop, implement and evaluate organizational security policies, standards and regulations to promote internal security.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing for infrastructures, web and applications, using both manual and automated techniques.
• Evaluate and apply tools and techniques to formulate countermeasures to secure information systems against security threats.
• Perform security audits and forensic analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of a security system, and identify and correct security vulnerabilities.
• Monitor and analyze logs and alerts from security devices to determine the extent of a security breach and what data has been compromised.
• Identify, collect and log relevant data as evidence for a sample case within a business or in the Canadian Justice System.

Co-operative Education
This three-year program has three co-op work terms.  Students who fulfill both the academic and co-op requirements of the program will be eligible to graduate with a Co-op Endorsed Diploma.  More information about Co-operative Education can be found at www.fanshawec.ca/co-op.

The Social Service Worker (Fast Track) program provides an opportunity for university graduates (Psychology, Sociology or Social Work related) and community college Community Studies diploma graduates to complete the requirements for graduation from the Social Service Worker program in three levels (ten months). Graduates from the Social Service Worker program are eligible for admission to The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and must be members of this regulating body to use the professional title "Registered Social Service Worker".

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

• Develop and maintain professional relationships which adhere to professional, legal, and ethical standards aligned to social service work.
• Identify strengths, resources, and challenges of individuals, families, groups, and communities to assist them in achieving their goals.
• Recognize diverse needs and experiences of individuals, groups, families, and communities to promote accessible and responsive programs and services.
• Identify current social policy, relevant legislation, and political, social, and/or economic systems and their impacts on service delivery.
• Advocate for appropriate access to resources to assist individuals, families, groups, and communities.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and community partners.
• Develop strategies and plans that lead to the promotion of self-care, improved job performance, and enhanced work relationships.
• Integrate social group work and group facilitation skills across a wide range of environments, supporting growth and development of individuals, families, and communities.
• Work in communities to advocate for change strategies that promote social and economic justice and challenge patterns of oppression and discrimination.

This one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program develops advanced knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and awareness of effective intervention techniques via two field placements and academic study.  Graduates have highly specialized areas of knowledge in ASD and Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) to design and implement behaviour strategies, understand evidence-based treatments for individuals with ASD, collect and analyze data, and work with and train families on implementing behavioural strategies.

Learning Outcomes

• The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to
• Assess and analyze the characteristics, skills, and behaviour of individuals with ASD to effectively implement evidence-based behavioural interventions.
• Design and implement effective behavioural intervention plans under appropriate supervision and based on the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).
• Evaluate the effectiveness of behavioural intervention plans based on the principles of ABA.
• Work collaboratively with families, teams, service providers, and the broader community to respond to the learning and behavioural needs of individuals with ASD.
• Design, implement, and evaluate as part of a team, ABA based transition plans for individuals with ASD.
• Comply with established ethical principles and professional guidelines
• Provide leadership in the promotion and provision of services to meet the needs of individuals with ASD and their families.
• Evaluate empirical evidence in order to select appropriate interventions for individuals with ASD.

The Aviation Technician - Avionics Maintenance program is a Transport Canada approved program (TC-2011-08-4128) that provides the knowledge and skills required to start a career in aircraft avionics maintenance, which is responsible for servicing, repair and maintenance of aircraft electrical and electronics systems such as communication, navigation and data systems. This program covers all aspects of aircraft avionics systems used in general aviation, corporate, charter transport category aircraft and helicopters.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

• Apply the current regulatory requirements to the safety and airworthiness of aircraft.
• Perform major and minor maintenance tasks on airframes and engines.
• Install and maintain aircraft electrical systems.
• Install and maintain aircraft instrument systems.
• Install and maintain aircraft avionic and flight control systems.
• Apply the principles and practices of aircraft maintenance engineer category “E” to all work situations.

The Customer Relationship Marketing and Sales Management program responds to the growing need within business for a skill set that places the customer at the centre of business decisions. This skill is critical since marketing and sales success depends on attracting new customers while retaining and strengthening relationships with current customers.  

This one-year post-graduate certificate program provides students with a foundation in marketing and sales, with a focus on the examination and application of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Customer Experience (CX) best practices, strategies, tactics, tools, and techniques. Students will have an opportunity to apply industry standard business and marketing analytics and use CRM platforms to enhance the marketing and sales process.  Student will also learn strategies and tactics for account development in the field of sales and sales management.

Construction Engineering Technology is a two-year diploma for students interested in overseeing the construction of residential, industrial and commercial projects. Students will learn to estimate project costs, develop a construction plan, schedule projects, and perform on-site inspections using the latest technology. Graduates will be prepared for their career by learning soft skills required to be an effective leader.

This three-year, advanced diploma program follows a curriculum approved by the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO), the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CRST) and the National Alliance of Respiratory Therapy Regulatory Bodies (NARTRB), and is accredited nationally through Accreditation Canada.  College faculty, together with instructors from the clinical affiliates, provide the scientific foundation and clinical experience required to prepare students for practice at the entry-level within Ontario, as well as nationally and internationally.

Business - Marketing (Co-op) is a two-year Ontario College Diploma program with a co-operative education component. This program provides students with a strong foundation to gain entry to a variety of marketing career paths. Courses cover topics such as customer analysis, segmentation, and targeting; integrated marketing communications; pricing and distribution strategies; and product and service development and management. Hands-on activities include market research studies, advertising campaigns, sales and business plans - many of these activities involving live clients from industry. Students learn to use current software programs, including presentation, spreadsheet, graphic design and publishing applications. Graduates receive full credit toward a credential with the Canadian Institute of Marketing and earn credits towards the Certified Sales Professional designation offered by the Canadian Professional Sales Association. Graduates who meet admission requirements are eligible for transfer to the Business Administration - Marketing Advanced Diploma program.

Other Information

• The Business - Marketing (Co-op) program shares a common first level with all business diploma programs in the Lawrence Kinlin School of Business which allows for program transfer, with no loss of credit, after Level 1.
• Graduates of the two-year Business - Marketing (Co-op) Ontario College Diploma program may apply for program transfer to the Business Administration - Marketing Ontario College Advanced Diploma program or the Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Digital Marketing) Degree program. Application for Program Transfer" forms are available from the Office of the Registrar, Room E1012.  
• All program levels are offered in the fall and winter terms to allow students to make continuous progression to meet personal or co-op education needs. Levels 1, 2 and 3 run in the summer term.
• Students entering Level 1 of the program in January are expected to proceed into Level 2 of the program in the summer term. Students entering Level 1 of the program in February or May will proceed to Level 2 of the program in September.
• Graduates may be eligible for admission to the following Graduate Certificate programs in the Lawrence Kinlin School of Business: Agri-Business Management, Human Resources Management, International Business Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Marketing Management, Operations Management, Professional Financial Services, or Project Management. Graduate Certificate programs deliver a specialized professional curriculum in two four-month levels.
• This program is eligible for consideration of college to college transfer of credits under the Ontario Provincial ONCAT agreement.

Co-operative Education
In order to be eligible for co-op, students must maintain a 2.5 GPA and be academically complete at the commencement of their co-op work term.

This is a two-year Co-operative Education program.  Students who fulfill both the academic and co-op requirements of the program will be eligible to graduate with a Co-op Endorsed Diploma.  More information about co-operative education can be found at www.fanshawec.ca/co-op.

Applicants seeking a non Co-op Endorsed Diploma should apply to the Business - Marketing program, Program Code BMK1.