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Courses
Introduction to the Bio-economy
An introduction to the bio-economy in Canada, its various sectors and sub-sectors, sets the stage for the specific essential skills courses.
Problem Solving Fundamentals
In this course, we will first explore what problem-solving skills are essential to the bio-economy workplace and why they are important. Then, you will have an opportunity to assess your current practices and identify both your problem-solving strengths and opportunities for improvement. The remainder of this course focuses on how you can strengthen your proficiency in these areas by reviewing a variety of problem-solving skills and best practices and taking some time to apply the information you are learning today.
- Identify problems
- Analyze their causes
- Propose solutions
- Address problems
- Learn from the experiences you have, both positive and negative
Key Elements
- IDENTIFY AND GATHER
- ANALYZE
- ADDRESS AND EVALUATE
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Reading Fundamentals
Defines and puts into practice key terms such as skimming and scanning, identifies essential reading skills, and reviews important reading strategies.
- $75
- Approximate time: 2 hours
Writing Fundamentals
Reviews and puts into practice important writing skills such as preparation, plain writing, formatting, writing for the job, editing, and revising.
- $75
- Approximate time: 2 hours
Numeracy Fundamentals
Reviews metric numbering and conversions, using and converting fractions and percentages, simple equations, and calculating concentrations and dilutions.
- $75
- Approximate time: 2 hours
Document Use Fundamentals
Reviews and puts into practice common documents one might encounter frequently on the job such as lists, tables, entry forms, charts, graphs, and flowcharts.
- $75
- Approximate time: 2 hours
Communication Fundamentals
This course delves into what communications skills are important in the bio-economy workplace, assesses your strengths and weaknesses, and helps build on your existing skill sets.
- $75
- Approximate time: 2 hours
Collaboration Fundamentals
This course discusses the importance of collaboration in today’s bio-economy, examines your current strengths and opportunities for improvement, and hones those skills to help you become the ultimate teammate.
- $75
- Approximate time: 2 hours