Durham College - Yearbook (Oshawa, Ontario Canada)

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applied arts The Applied Arts Division teaches practical and creative skills in graphics, interior design, journalism, public relations and sports and entertainment administration. Emphasis is on application of classroom content through field trips, a leadership camp, great speakers, and a laboratory approach wherever possible. The second year of some programs require students to work two days a week for an agency in their field of study. Through the emphasis on applied skill, and by working in partnership with their instructors in an informal atmosphere, students are challenged to develop maturity, independence, and good work habits.

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adult training The training programmes offered through Adult Training provide academic upgrading and skill development. There are two methods of registering in this division. The first is by being sponsored through the local office of Manpower under the terms of the Occupational Training Act. The second method is to be a fee-paying student. These programmes may appeal to some high school graduates who are not otherwise interested in College or University. 6

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The technology Division had a record growth year m 1979. Enrollment increased by 20.6% over the previous year. This increase was the highest for any technology division in the college system. The number of students taking technology programmes throughout the system is below industry requirements and consequently job openings exceed the number of graduates. At the core of the problem is the demanding nature of technology programmes resulting from the increasing com- plexity of the industrial world. Canada must develop an industrial base to survive as an advanced industrial nation. This will assure Canada of a place in the future of this world. 8