Degree Level Course Descriptions
APSC 1003 Practices and Mechanics of Materials
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course deals with the practices of selecting and working with materials, including considerations for green practices. Selection of materials is based on many properties depending on the application; usually strength, workability, durability, and costs are key concerns. Green practices during the construction of machines, structures and buildings will include traditional properties and their environmental and resource efficiency including their deconstruction. Using green materials and products promotes conservation of dwindling non renewable resources and helps to reduce the environmental impacts associated with the extraction, transport, processing, fabrication, installation, reuse, recycling, and disposal of these source materials.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
APSC 1004 Wood Construction Technology I
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This is an introductory course in the selection, operation, and maintenance of woodworking hand and power tools. The principles of selection, operation, and maintenance of workshop tools in the modern woodworking shop are studied. Students will be required to present seminars on various fabrication techniques and construction tools. Occupational Health and Safety issues pertaining to wood shop work procedures will be covered.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 2
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
APSC 1005 Metal Construction Technology I
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This is an introductory course to familiarize students with common metal construction technologies, machines, and tools used in a metal fabrication shop. The principles of welding and welding applications will be emphasized. Students will be required to present demonstrations on the use of various metal hand and power tools, as well as present a seminar on some form of metal fabrication technology. Occupational Health and Safety issues pertaining to metal shop work procedures will be covered.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 2
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
APSC 2000 Environmental Impacts and Resource Management (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course is an introduction to environmental engineering and technology, emphasizing a quantitative engineering approach. The course addresses the issues associated with the safe and ecologically appropriate handling, processing, storage, and utilization of organic wastes arising from human activities, including agricultural and bio-resource production systems. Topics covered will include: growth models for populations of living organisms, as well as models for depletion and replenishment of natural resources; the concept of mass and energy balances applied to quantify changes in environmental systems; physical, chemical, and biological unit operations for treatment and reduction of solid, liquid, and gaseous wastes; and reduction of pollution impacts on air and water resources.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
PREREQUISITES:
BIOA 1002.03,
CHMA 1001.03
APSC 2002 Bioresource Systems Analysis (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course introduces the concepts of systems theory and systems analysis. Natural and engineered systems function on the basis of different inputs triggering throughput processes that result in a range of outputs. The emphasis will be on the use of systems analysis on managing current bioresource, environmental, and technological issues affecting our world. Students will work through case studies, specific example datasets, and contemporary world issues using a systems analysis framework as an integrated problem-solving tool. Real-world systems will be examined through application driven problems, discussions, and case study analysis.
FORMAT:
- Lecture
- Lab
- Other (explain in comments)
FORMAT COMMENTS: Hybrid - Online content and in person experiential or application oriented classes, and/or Online Delivery where appropriate.
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
APSC 2003 Composting and Compost Use (A) DE
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Composting and the utilization of organic matter produced on the farm provide the basis for soil fertility in organic systems; however, potential benefits derived from compost use are often limited by the supply and quality of composts produced on-farm. The objective of this web-based course is to teach composting primarily by providing students with the opportunity to make their own compost over a period of 13 weeks. Students learn through five stand-alone modules: Composting of Organic Materials; Composting Process; On-Farm Composting; Compost Quality; and Compost Utilization and Marketing.
NOTES: Making compost and completing all five modules will be a requirement for students who are taking the course for credit.
FORMAT: Online Delivery
FORMAT COMMENTS: DE - Only offered as a web-based/online course.
APSC 2004 Aquacultural Environment (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Principles necessary for understanding and providing optimal aquatic environments for aquaculture production are reviewed. Topics in water habitat management will be emphasized, including: water properties of both fresh- and salt-water systems; water quality and reconditioning techniques; maintenance of dissolved oxygen and removal of metabolic wastes in aquaculture rearing systems; and evaluation of water resource requirements for aquaculture.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
APSC 2008 Digital Electronics and Computer Interfacing
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course covers the theory and applications of digital electronics technology and the control of digital devices by computers and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Digital technology has become the dominant method of communication, control, sensing, computation, and amusement in modern society. This course will provide the foundation to better understand current and future digital systems. Digital logic circuits, data forms, and applications are studied. Computers in the laboratory are used to interface with and control a variety of digital devices such as computer numerical controlled (CNC) machines, robotics, cameras, scanners, lab equipment, etc. Students are introduced to Visual Basic programming for interfacing with computer ports and analog input devices. Hands on projects are completed to control real-world applications such as traffic lights, process control and experimentation equipment.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
APSC 2009 Metal Construction Technology II
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This is an advanced course in metal construction technologies using power machines (including CNC) and tools used in a metal fabrication shop. Advanced principles of welding and welding applications will be emphasized. Students will be required to present demonstrations on the use of various power machines, and to design and construct a major metal project using the skills learned in both Metal Construction Technology courses.
FORMAT:
FORMAT COMMENTS: Lecture 2 hours, lab 3 hours
PREREQUISITES:
APSC 1005
APSC 2010 Wood Construction Technology II
CREDIT HOURS: 3
An advanced course in the operation and maintenance of woodworking hand and power tools, and shop machinery. Students will learn about specialized machinery and advanced joinery technologies. The operation, maintenance, and repair of workshop tools in the modern woodworking shop are studied, with emphasis on re-alignment and setting up for accessories and jigs. Written work safety procedures will be reviewed. Individual projects are undertaken by students with the skills acquired in both Wood Construction Technology courses, utilizing the shop equipment.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 2
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
PREREQUISITES:
APSC 1004
APSC 2011 Technology for Precision Agriculture (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Principles and application of precision agriculture technologies including: GPS, GIS, sensors, digital photographic techniques, controllers, variable raqte applicators for site-specific application of inputs (pesticide, fertilizer, irrigation etc.), auto guidance system, data acquisition and management, and precision agriculture equipment management.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
APSC 2013 Machinery and Building Technology (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Two keys to the success of utilizing biomaterials are selection of appropriate machines and designing effective facilities to manage the production/processing system. In the first half of the course, students are introduced to the types of equipment, their productivity, and methods of selection for efficient operation. This will include machinery for soil preparation, planting, crop care, and harvesting. The machines and their unit operation are analyzed with respect to functions, work rates, material flow and power usage. The importance of monitoring machine performance relating to work quality and environmental effects of machine operation will be studied. The labs will emphasize safety, basic maintenance, adjustment, calibration and performance testing. The second half of the course provides an introduction to the planning process of structures and various topics related to the use of building materials, particularly “green” materials. Functional layouts and ventilation principles of storage and production buildings are considered. Field trips supplement the lecture material. A term paper is required.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
APSC 3001 Electrotechnology (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Electricity is integral to our society, and this course reviews application of AC and DC electricity. Safety and measurements are practised during hands-on lab sessions. Common sensors, measurements and control systems are discussed and applied to improve energy management.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
PREREQUISITES:
PHYS 1000 or
PHYS 1002
APSC 3002 Waste and Environmental Management
CREDIT HOURS: 3
A variety of wastes are produced across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors around the world. Solid and liquid waste management are integral to maintaining healthy environments. The focus of this course will be on solid waste management, with an introduction to wastewater technologies, under municipal, industrial, and agricultural contexts. Topics to be covered include: solid and liquid waste treatment and disposal technologies, bioresource conversion technologies, environmental impacts, and valorization of wastes. Agricultural wastes and biomass related by-products will be emphasized throughout the course.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
PREREQUISITES:
ENVA 2000
APSC 3013 Aquacultural Systems Technology (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Support facilities, equipment, and systems for aquatic production will be examined. Topics studied will include: selection of component materials and structures suitable for confinement, protection, and growth of aquaculture species; principles of design and selection of equipment for recirculation systems for aquaculture; and the principles of water flow and handling in open and closed conduits.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
APSC 3018 Technology Modules
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course deals with the operating concepts of CNC machines, plastics forming and construction technology, and transportation technology in a modular format. Approximately 4 weeks will be allocated to the study of each module area. The students will be able to perform operations in each technology area upon completion of the appropriate module. Practical hands-on laboratory and shop experiences are emphasized, as are associated aspects of Occupational Health and Safety. Students will also make presentations to the class regarding specific features and operations of the technologies studied.
FORMAT: Lecture
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 5
APSC 3019 Communications Technology
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course addresses issues, systems, and methodology in computer-related communications technology. Among the topics studied are desktop publishing, digital photography and image editing, video production, web page design, and presentation software usage. Supplementary classes in graphic design and screen printing will be available as time allows. Emphasis is placed on practical production techniques and individual design situations.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 2
APSC 3020 Energy Production and Utilization
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This lecture-based course provides an overview of the whole energy system, focusing on selected attributes of energy. The assessment, management and remediation of energy production is a global issue, which will ultimately impact all walks of life, business, industry and future infrastructure. It includes an introduction to the energy supply chain, transmission and distribution systems, energy use, energy policy and the environment and methods of generation. It also includes an overview of renewable energy assessment techniques and feasibility tools.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
PREREQUISITES:
MTHA 1001, preparatory:
PHYS 1000 or
PHYS 1002
APSC 4001 Water Quality Issues (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Current environmental water quality issues such as contamination of surface and ground water are discussed. Emphasis is placed on providing solutions to the water quality problems. Agricultural water quality models will also be examined.
FORMAT: Lecture
FORMAT COMMENTS: Offered in alternate years
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
APSC 4004 Energy Conversion and Assessment (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This lecture-based course focuses on selected attributes of existing and renewable energy options, including the reserves and consumption of oil, coal and gas; fossil energy technologies for power generation; fundamental principles, applications and status of solar energy, biomass energy, wind energy and hydro-power; and outlook and evaluation of renewable energy.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
PREREQUISITES:
APSC 3020