Diploma in Business - Supply Chain and Operations

at Fanshawe College - London Campus Canada

Electronics and Embedded Systems Development is a two-year Ontario college graduate program designed to build on students' theoretical knowledge of electrical engineering and provides training on electrical technologies, embedded systems, and computer-aided design. Graduates will be prepared for the workforce after completing a capstone project where students have the opportunity to design, implement and manage real-world solutions.

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.

The program provides the technical knowledge and skills required to manage the construction of industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings from the planning stage through to completion. Studies include construction materials and methods, construction equipment, surveying, project management, scheduling, estimating, building economics, and construction contracts. Twelve months of co-operative work experience is an integral part of the program.

Co-operative Education
This three-year program has three co-operative 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.

Learning Outcomes

• Develop and use strategies to enhance professional growth and ongoing learning in the construction engineering field.
• Comply with workplace health and safety practices and procedures in accordance with current legislation and regulations.
• Complete duties and assist in monitoring that work is performed in compliance with contractual obligations, applicable laws, standards, bylaws, codes and ethical practices in the construction engineering field.
• Promote and carry out sustainability practices in accordance with contract documents, industry standards and environmental legislative requirements.
• Facilitate the collaboration and interaction among project stakeholders to support construction engineering projects.
• Collect, process, analyze and coordinate technical data to produce written and graphical project-related documents.
• Coordinate and facilitate the collecting, processing, interpreting and application of survey/geomatics and layout information* to implement construction projects.
• Select and use industry-specific electronic and digital technologies to support the design and construction of projects.
• Analyze and solve technical problems related to the design and implementation of construction projects by applying engineering concepts, technical mathematics and building science.
• Schedule, coordinate and monitor the progression of construction projects by applying principles of construction project management.
• Prepare estimates of time, cost, quality and quantity, tenders and bids.
• Perform, coordinate and facilitate quality control* testing and monitoring of equipment, materials and methods involved in the implementation and completion of construction projects.
• Apply teamwork, leadership, supervision and interpersonal skills when working individually or within multidisciplinary teams to complete work on construction projects.

The Interactive Media Design program will professionally prepare students for an evolving job market in digital media design, development and production, providing comprehensive training in new media technologies with an emphasis on web application design, interactive rich media, and current technologies for developing usable, media-rich sites and applications. The curriculum will combine courses in design, coding, marketing and media management and incorporate industry-standard tools from companies such as Adobe, Maxon, etc., as well as open-source technologies for web application development.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

• Complete both individual and collaborative interactive media projects effectively.
• Use best practices and tools to design and develop dynamic, rich-media content.
• Contribute to the assessment of the requirements of an interactive media project.
• Contribute to the development, budgeting, planning and professional presentation of an interactive media project.
• Design a media project (interface, navigation, graphics, text treatment) using current best practice design and development principles, and applying conceptual and theoretical frameworks.
• Build effective and dynamic Web sites and/or mobile applications.Identify and analyze ethical and professional issues arising in an online environment.
• Apply research and conceptual skills to propose possible solutions for mobile/multimedia/Web development problems.
• Use creative and critical thinking techniques in the effective design, development and implementation of an interactive media project.
• Contribute to the assessment of the financial, technical and artistic success of an interactive media project.

Professional Financial Services is a one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program, completed in two four-month levels. The program is designed to leverage a university or college credential in any discipline by providing a fast track to a career as a Professional Financial Planner. An intensive curriculum prepares graduates to provide clients with professional advice to build wealth and ensure financial security through setting goals, managing finances, minimizing tax, managing life's risks, and building investment portfolios, as well as customer relations and providing product to clients. The curriculum prepares students to pursue the Certified Financial Planner® CFP®, with the CFP designation awarded by the Financial Planning Standards Council www.fpsc.ca.  Graduates complete the Registered Retirement Consultant curriculum and may challenge the RRC® designation assessment.     Students are prepared to write the Canadian Securities Course® CSC® and Life Licensing Qualification Program exams. Upon successful completion of the program and external examinations, graduates are well equipped with skills and credentials to enter a wide variety of careers in banking, investment, insurance, credit and financial planning.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

• Analyse client information to formulate financial planning strategies.
• Create a comprehensive financial plan.
• Analyse customer credit capacity and select loan instruments to meet customer needs.
• Evaluate Canadian statute law as it applies to the formulation of financial planning strategy.
• Analyse compliance cases to reconcile planner advice and conduct, against accepted industryconduct and practice standardsthat reflect the industry code of ethics.
• Plan tax minimization strategies for clients.
• Evaluate client risk tolerance, net worth and wealth creation potential to select appropriate investments most likely to achieve client goals and objectives.
• Analyse client or business risk manageemnt needs and recommend appropriate insurance product strategies.
• Evaluate client estate and personal care needs in order to recommend strategies to ensure efficient estate distribution and continuity of personal care.
• Develop a financial services business plan to build long term relationships, maintain efficient client communication and ensure accurate client records management.
• Evaluate the Canadian financial services industry, capital markets efficiency, regulatory issues and global integration.
• Evaluate financial products and recommend asset allocation strategies in a constantly changing economic and political environment

The Recreation and Leisure Services program is committed to developing the leadership skills of each of its students to support the achievement of recreation and leisure outcomes for individuals, groups and communities. Through concentrated academic and field work over the two years, students acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies to promote community development and involvement and to plan and implement special events and programs in a variety of recreation fields. This is practised in settings which emphasize planning, implementation and evaluation that can respond to the multi-dimensional needs of all members of the community. The students will be able to develop benefits based programming that addresses recreation as an essential service; one that can effectively respond to a variety of individual or community needs.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

• Create, plan, implement, and evaluate recreation and leisure programs and special events which respond to identified needs and maximize the delivery of the benefits of recreation.
• Apply the principles of marketing to the promotion of the benefits of recreation and leisure programs, special events, services, and facilities.
• Generate revenue for recreation and leisure programs, special events, services, and facilities by applying sound business principles.
• Contribute to strategies for effectively managing the performance and development of staff and volunteers in recreation and leisure settings.
• Apply administration skills to recreation and leisure settings.
• Contribute to the safe and effective management of recreation venues.
• Design and implement appropriate research and planning strategies.
• Educate others regarding the value and benefits of recreation, leisure, and lifestyle enhancement.
• Apply community development strategies for advocating and facilitating the personal, social, economic, and environmental benefits of recreation.
• Apply principles of lifespan growth and development to individuals and groups in recreation and leisure settings.
• Apply the concept of inclusion to the design and delivery of recreation and leisure programs, special events, services, and facilities.
• Develop plans for ongoing personal and professional growth and development.

Fashion Marketing and Management is the business of fashion. We provide the knowledge with the hands on approach to prepare you for a dynamic career in retail. Our three areas of study focus on business, technology and visual presentation with emphasis on principles of marketing and management. Students will be responsible for the retail operations of our program campus store Live Chic and LiveChic.ca through buying, sales, inventory, merchandising, visual presentation, marketing and social media.

Co-operative Education
This two-year program has two 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.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

• Examine the evolution of fashion and design movements and their relationship to designers, producers and retailers.
• Adhere to ethical, sustainable and innovative practices for leadership in the domestic and global fashion industry.
• Apply principles of purchasing, inventory management, and merchandising when making business operations decisions in the manufacturing, wholesale and retail sectors of the fashion industry.
• Apply accounting fundamentals and financial management skills when making business operations decisions.
• Apply principles of effective organization, management, employee and labour relations to the operation of a fashion business.
• Discuss the construction of fashion merchandise and the relationship of design, workmanship and price range to consumer behavior and satisfaction.
• Analyze current design trends to predict sales dynamics for fashion products and services.
• Develop marketing goals, objectives, and strategies related to advertising and promotion of fashion products and services, using contemporary consumer psychology concepts and emerging technology.
• Use professional sales and customer service techniques to sell in retail, wholesale and e-commerce settings.
• Develop creative concepts for fashion products and services that meet innovation, entrepreneurship or social enterprise objectives.
• Develop and apply business communication strategies for personal, career and professional development to enhance work performance and maximize management and leadership skills.

The Motive Power Technician (Automotive) Diploma program is a two-year Ontario College Diploma program. The program is designed to develop graduates with essential advanced technical, organizational, interpersonal, administrative and managerial skills required for the automotive service industry as well as providing progressive and comprehensive learning experiences on internal combustion spark ignition engines, power trains and related modern vehicle systems. Students will learn to communicate effectively, diagnose and solve problems logically and to undertake responsible work tasks with a minimum of supervision.

Graduates may also be in a favourable status if they wish to apply for our alternative Motive Power Technician (Diesel) Diploma program. Credit for those courses that bridge our diploma programs will be granted; therefore, significantly reducing the requirements for this second Ontario College Diploma.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

• Analyse, diagnose, and solve various motive power system problems by using problem-solving and critical thinking skills and strategies and by applyingfundamental knowledge of motor vehicle operation, components, and their interrelationships.
• Diagnose and repair climate control systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
• Diagnose and repair engine systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, electronic, personal safety, and emission components and systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
• Diagnose and repair drive train components and systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
• Diagnose and repair suspension, steering, and brake components and systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
• Disassemble and assemble components to required specifications by applying workshop skills and knowledge of basic shop practices.select and use a variety of troubleshooting techniques and test equipment to assess electronic circuits, vehicle systems, and subsystems.
• Apply knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics to the testing and analysis of motive power systems and subsystems.
• Communicate information effectively, credibly, and accurately by producing supporting documentation to appropriate standards.
• Use information technology and computer skills to support work in a motive power environment.
• Prepare, support, maintain, and communicate data from log, record, and documentation systems.
• Apply business practices, project management skills, and communication skills to improve customer service.
• Assist in quality-control and quality-assurance programs and procedures.
• Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to improve professional growth, job performance, and work relationships.
• Complete all assigned work in compliance with occupational, health, safety, and environmental law; established policies and procedures; codes and regulations; and in accordance with ethical principles.

Companies are increasingly challenged with how to collect and make sense of vast amounts of data in order to improve their competitive position. A critical role in the facilitation of software/system development for the purpose of collecting data will be played by the Technical Systems Analyst. This IT professional will interface with organizational areas to gather their business (data) requirements and translate them into functional systems design specifications that can be successfully implemented by IT teams. In order to fulfill this role, the candidate must have a solid foundation in IT supplemented by the critical skills to be developed in this program, including: application software development, business data analysis and modeling, customer engagement/communications management, business process and enterprise resource planning. A key part of this graduate program is the applied aspects of the curriculum. Students will have the opportunity to engage in the process of business analysis for information technology (IT) through case studies and industry-based projects.

This program will provide the student a better understanding of the use of Information Technology as it relates specifically to the Healthcare Information Technology domain. Global advancements in the use of technology in digital health, automated voice transcription, digital imaging concepts, electronic health records, continuum of care, healthcare workflow, HIPPA/PIPEDA/Security, billing, and similar technologies.

Learning Outcomes

• The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to
• Assess organizational requirements for health information system technologies (HIST) and evaluate the impact of HIST on business/clinical processes, and on health services delivery to inform change in necessary.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate health information management practices, policies and processes to support client care, organizational goals, operations, and regulatory compliance.
• Synthesize relevant local, national and global health care and health information management issues, trends, technologies and standards to support health information systems and processes.
• Ensure compliance with the legal health obligations, as well as with the professional, ethical and organizational standards that ensure privacy, security and confidentiality in the access, retention, storage and disposal of personal health information.
• Ensure the completeness, accuracy, consistency, timeliness and integrity of health information throughout the management of its lifecycle.
• Work professionally, ethically and collaboratively with stakeholders and as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team, to enhance the collection, distribution, use, security and awareness of quality health information and its impact on client care.