Available at the Granville campus.
60 credits -15 courses -12 months - 4 quarters - Diploma

Whether it is an insatiable sweet tooth or a love of warm, homebaked bread, all students in the Baking & Pastry Arts Program at The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Vancouver share a passion for the pastry and desserts field.

Practical training covers the basics of fine dessert and pastry making. Pastry curriculum introduces classic creams, custards, and other fillings, as well as methods for making mousses, tarts, and cakes. Students are also acquainted with creative decorating and plating techniques. Baking curriculum explores methods for the preparation of yeast and sweet dough products and students learn the importance of weights and measures, temperatures, hand-skills, and creative finishing techniques. Students also learn to create hearth and artisan breads and to produce and deliver assorted bread products to the school?s various outlets on a daily basis - much like a true working bake shop.

To provide students with a broad background and create a more versatile employee, Baking & Pastry Arts students receive instruction in the concepts and theories of culinary techniques.

This includes the fundamental concepts, skills, and techniques involved in basic cookery, as well as an exploration of a wide realm of topics in the culinary arts including the advantages and disadvantages of working in specific areas of the hospitality industry.

Building on the basics learned in the first two quarters of the program, students begin to refine their skills and explore the techniques of plated desserts and the theory behind building edible art for a-la-carte service, competition, and banquet functions. Students also study - through hands-on training - the creation of wedding cakes, chocolates, confections, tortes, European cakes, and centrepieces.

Instruction in purchasing, product identification, and in the planning and control process of the restaurant service industry provides essential knowledge about the business side of a career in the culinary arts. In the Externship portion of the program, students work in positions in commercial food service and hospitality establishments approved by The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Vancouver.

If you are looking for a Vancouver art & design school that offers you a certificate course in Baking & Pastry Arts, and hope to pursue a career in the culinary profession, the following Art Institute of Vancouver program may be just the education you've been searching for.

From cakes to custards and meringues to macaroons, the exacting, creative expression that characterizes the baking and pastry arts is a respected and demanding facet of the culinary profession. The Baking & Pastry Arts ? Level I program is ideal for culinary students and professionals who want to explore the opportunities that exist in the colourful and creative world of pastry and desserts.

A highly creative yet technical specialization, pastry arts is experiencing a renaissance that reflects the rapid growth of the food service industry. Our curriculum emphasizes speed, coordination, and teamwork when preparing pastry from scratch. Topics such as cake and pastry preparation, frozen desserts and chocolate, regional desserts, and cake decorating are specifically included in courses to prepare students for careers in baking and pastry-making.

Through hands-on experimentation and in-class instruction, students discover the tools and techniques used by industry to achieve professional results. Students receive a solid foundation that enhances their knowledge and skills in the kitchen, and prepares them for entry-level positions within the baking and pastry industry. Studies in nutrition, sanitation, safety management, and careers in the restaurant business give students a full spectrum of knowledge about the culinary industry as they develop their skills as pastry technicians.

If you are looking for a Vancouver art & design school that offers you a certificate course in Baking & Pastry Arts, and hope to pursue a career in the culinary profession, the following Art Institute of Vancouver program may be just the education you've been searching for.

Baking and pastry arts professionals have a distinct knack for distinguishing all the subtle nuances of a dessert's flavour, appearance and aroma. In the Baking & Pastry Arts - Level II program, students are introduced to more advanced tools and techniques used by professional bakers and pastry chefs. Emphasis is on developing the skills, coordination and teamwork required in the baking and pastry industry.

Topics such as the preparation of cakes, pastries, frozen desserts, chocolate, regional desserts as well as classical and artisan bread baking techniques are taught. Baking and pastry instruction is delivered through lecture and hands-on kitchen instruction with students developing competencies in breads, desserts, cake decoration, buffet centerpieces, and show pieces. Special significance is placed on the study of ingredient functions, product identification and weights and measures as applied to confections. Instruction in planning and controlling costs familiarizes students with the tools required to budget effectively, create profit and loss statements and maintain sales and cost histories.

To provide students with a broad background and create a more versatile employee, students are also instructed in the concepts and theories of culinary techniques. This includes the fundamental concepts, skills and techniques involved in basic cookery as well as an exploration of a wide realm of topics in the culinary arts, including the advantages and disadvantages of working in specific areas of the hospitality industry.

Studies in nutrition, sanitation and safety, management, and careers in the restaurant business give students a full spectrum of knowledge about the culinary industry as they develop their skills as baking and pastry technicians. Graduates are prepared for employment in bakeries, restaurants, catering houses and institutional settings in entry-level positions as assistant bakers and pastry cooks.

Available at the Granville campus.
60 credits -15 courses -12 months - 4 quarters - Diploma

The mission of the Culinary Arts Diploma Program is to provide an environment for students to become learners possessing the skills, knowledge, creativity, and ethical values necessary to survive and flourish in the rapidly-changing culinary, restaurant and catering professions. Experienced industry professionals impart their knowledge and up-to-date technical acumen to their students, and curriculum relies heavily on actual participation in projects that are practical and technical in scope.

Throughout this four-quarter program, students learn the business aspects of culinary arts along with intensive practical hands-on training. Instruction begins with an introduction to culinary skills, which outlines the fundamental concepts, skills and techniques involved in basic cookery. Students simultaneously learn the concepts and theories of culinary techniques, as well as food and environmental sanitation and safety. By the end of the first quarter students possess a well-rounded knowledge of the hospitality industry and an increased awareness of the various opportunities available in the culinary world.

As the course progresses, students continue to hone their skills in a production setting and build their confidence in the techniques explored in the first quarter. The development of knife skills is accented, and students begin to learn the specifics of ingredient functions, weights and measures, mise en place, timelines, plate presentation, and team work. An introduction to both baking and pastry is incorporated in the curriculum and students prepare, taste, serve, and evaluate International, Asian and North American regional cuisine. Instruction in food and beverage operations management culminates in the production of a complete dining room and bar operation manual.

During the fourth and final quarter of the program, students combine all the critical skills they have acquired and apply it to the development of a complete business plan for a minimum 100-seat restaurant. They are then prepared to embark on an externship in the industry to gain real world experience.

Available at the Granville campus.
90 credits - 23 courses - 18 months - 6 quarters - Diploma

Top professionals in the culinary arts do more than just cook. They manage restaurants, cater special events, offer personal chef services, and more. For many however, the ultimate dream is to own their own restaurant - to create a place that reflects their culinary passions and lets them share their style and personal panache with the world. For these individuals, The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Vancouver offers the Culinary Arts & Restaurant Ownership Advanced Diploma Program.

The program begins with basic culinary skills and progresses to advanced food techniques, garnishing, and presentation. During the hands-on production, students are exposed to specialty products and produce, as well as the skills and techniques of baking and pastry arts. International, Asian, Classical French, and North American regional cuisine help round-out the student?s knowledge of the culinary world. As they hone their skills and gain a solid foundation in the culinary and baking and pastry arts, students move on to develop managerial and leadership skills.

They receive training in management, marketing, human resources, accounting and financial management, technology, business communications, beverage management, legal issues, customer service, and global management and operations as they relate to the food service industry. Management by menu, garde manger, and catering and banquet operations are also covered and students learn to celebrate the culinary styles, restaurants, and chefs who are currently in the industry spotlight. As part of the practical training received in the program, students work in the studentrun, 40-seat Culinaria Restaurant, where they learn to prepare modern and regional North American cuisine, and rotate working in the various positions (both front and back of house) found in any top-end restaurant.

During the sixth and final quarter of the program, students combine all the critical skills they have acquired in the program to the development of a complete business plan for a minimum 100-seat restaurant. Successful graduates leave with a solid understanding of how to establish effective communication between all restaurant staff, and have the necessary building blocks to start constructing a life-long career in the culinary arts.

If you are looking for a Vancouver art & design school that offers you a certificate course in Culinary Arts, and hope to pursue a career in the culinary profession, the following Art Institute of Vancouver program may be just the education you've been searching for.

Poaching, roasting, braising and frying: Do these words do more than just make your mouth water? Do they get you wondering how Chefs prepare delicious meals or balance the workload of a busy kitchen? The Culinary Arts - Level I certificate program at The International Culinary Schools at The Art Institute of Vancouver, is ideal for anyone wishing to explore the career options available to them in the world of culinary arts. Curriculum is broad and addresses the fundamental concepts, skills and techniques involved in basic cookery. Students are grounded in the basics and given a clear picture, through lectures and practical use, of how to build a career from the ground-up. Training covers a diverse range of topics, from kitchen operation and nutrition to knife skills and hygiene. Rigorous hand-on kitchen work familiarizes students with cooking techniques, preparation, ingredients, cooking theories and presentation. Our Chef instructors combine classical principles and modern techniques and trends in both the classroom and the kitchen portions of the program. Over four quarters, students prepare, taste, serve and evaluate a wide range of dishes to provide them with insight into the scope of the culinary world.

As students progress through the program, they learn about modern, regional and classical cuisines and practice making their own culinary creations in our instructional kitchens. Successful completion of the program prepares graduates for entry-level jobs such as prep cook, line cook and first cook. Culinary Arts - Level I can be taken independently as a certificate program, or combined with Culinary Arts - Level II as a requirement of the Culinary Arts diploma program.

If you are looking for a Vancouver art & design school that offers you a certificate course in Culinary Arts, and hope to pursue a career in the culinary profession, the following Art Institute of Vancouver program may be just the education you've been searching for.

Few occupations offer the creativity, excitement, and growth found in the culinary arts. With dining out gaining popularity as a recreational activity, the food service industry is expanding at a rapid rate. The expectations of consumers are rising accordingly and demands are being placed upon the industry to respond to increasing needs for service, quality, nutrition, and diversity of product and flavour. Building upon the knowledge gained in the Culinary Arts - Level I program, students acquire more advanced skills that will help them meet the challenges and demands of this dynamic industry.

Our Chef Instructors help students expand on their basic cookery skills by teaching the principles behind menu development, cost control, pricing, professional standards of performance, guest relations and communication skills. As always, students continually return to the kitchen to practice new techniques.

At this level of the program, students receive an introduction to the pastry arts, where they learn the basics of fine dessert and pastry-making. These skills are then complemented by instruction in creative decoration and plating skills. Specialized instruction is also given in Asian cuisine, where emphasis is placed on India, the four regions of China, Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines and Indonesia.

As part of the practical training received in this program, students work in the student-run, 40-seat Culinaria restaurant, where they learn to prepare modern and regional North American cuisine, and rotate working in the various positions (both front and back of house) found in any top-end restaurant. In the Externship portion of the program, students work in positions in commercial food service and hospitality establishments approved by The International Culinary Schools at The Art Institute of Vancouver.

Graduates of the Culinary Arts - Level II program are prepared for employment in entry-level positions in the food service industry, such as prep cook, short-order cook, and line cook.

Available at the Granville campus.
30 credits - 8 courses - 6 months - 2 quarters - Diploma

Maybe you think you have what it takes to manage a dining room operation or run a bustling kitchen, but you want to get the right training before you make the leap. Or perhaps you have always wanted to own a top restaurant, but want to understand the foodservice industry from the inside out. Either way, in the Entrepreneurship & Restaurant Ownership Program at The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Vancouver, you have the opportunity to become competent in the identified priorities of the foodservice industry: communication, training, leadership, management, human resources, technology, accounting, marketing, and customer relations.

Graduates of the Culinary Arts Diploma Program at The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Vancouver, or those with equivalent training or industry experience, are ideal candidates for this program, which builds upon foundation culinary skills and techniques, and foodservice industry knowledge. From overseeing food quality and to dealing with customers, to making staffing decisions, a restaurant entrepreneur handles hundreds of varied yet critically important tasks every day.

The ability to make decisions quickly often determines their ultimate success or failure. Curriculum focuses on financial management and understanding the various market segments and demands that affect a restaurant?s profit margins. Students learn to work with proven marketing strategies, how to maximize value for owners and investors, and how to use analytical techniques to make informed business decisions.

During the second quarter of the program, students combine all the critical skills they have acquired in the program to the development of a complete business plan for a minimum 100-seat restaurant. Successful graduates demonstrate practical, analytical, and technical abilities to potential employers.

Available at the Granville campus.
60 credits - 18 courses - 12 months - 4 quarters - Diploma

The world?s most illustrious restaurants build their reputations on being able to meet customer expectations and demands for service, quality, nutrition, diversity of product, and flavour. At The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Vancouver, we understand that successful communication between all the players in the business - in the kitchen and in the front of the house - keeps things running smoothly and contributes to the overall success of any culinary venture.

Curriculum for the Hospitality & Restaurant Business Management Program begins with an introduction to the fundamental culinary skills and techniques used in basic cookery. Students then explore the various dimensions of culinary, such as the role of culinary education and various career opportunities, before moving on to both practical and theoretical skills in the business arena. Purchasing, budgeting, planning, and cost control knowledge informs students of the market requirements of running a food and beverage business. Front-end management issues such as dining room procedures, management by menu, and human resources management expand on the student?s ability to foster effective communication with key staff.

Students are also grounded in the marketing, financial management, and kitchen management skills critical to operating a business in the hospitality and culinary industries. During the fourth and final quarter of the program, students combine all the critical skills they have acquired in the program to the development of a complete business plan for a minimum 100-seat restaurant. They are then prepared to embark on an externship in industry, to gain real world experience.

The Hospitality & Restaurant Business Management Program is a prudent choice for those who possess a passion for the culinary and hospitality industries. Whether you dream of owning or managing a restaurant, or are looking to work with catering companies, hotels, and cafes, the program opens a variety doors to employment. The program also suits individuals currently employed in the service industry who are looking to challenge themselves and broaden their career options. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are prepared to seek entry-level positions in the work force with a well-rounded portfolio that lays the foundation for a life-long career in the culinary arts.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
30 credits - 10 courses - 6 months - 2 quarters - Advanced Diploma

Introduction
Advanced Graphic Design is a user-centred design program that will provide graphic design graduates with the opportunity to expand upon their graphic design skills by acquiring Web development and design skills. Students in this program will build interactive applications for web delivery. In addition, students will foray into interactive design technologies that encompass video production, scripting languages, and dynamic web design. Program outcomes are focused on creativity, design strategy, and technology solutions across media platforms. Graduates are prepared to seek employment as freelance web design and developers and in the field of interactive design.

Program Description
In order to be admitted to the Advanced Graphic Design program, students must have completed either the Graphic Design diploma program or the Graphic Design and Foundation for Design diploma program at The Art Institute of Vancouver, or have the permission of the Academic Director. Some course prerequisites for this program are satisfied by having completed one of the Graphic Design diploma programs.

The Art Institute of Vancouver offers an Advanced Diploma of Achievement upon successful completion of the Advanced Graphic Design Program. This program lasts half of an academic year (two quarters) and contains 30 quarter credits. Each course within the program is worth 3 credits (except GD330 Portfolio II which is 6 credits) and the program consists of 9 courses.

Method of Instruction
Instructional methods at The Art Institute of Vancouver include lecture, demonstration, tutorials, one-on-one instruction, and periodic examinations. Except for field trips, all instruction is conducted in a classroom/studio setting.

Graduation Requirements
To receive a Diploma in Advanced Graphic Design, students must complete a minimum of 30 quarter credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Students must also receive a passing grade or credits for all required course work, meet portfolio or other requirements outlined in the student handbook, and satisfy all financial obligations with The Art Institute of Vancouver.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
90 credits - 29 courses - 18 months - 6 quarters - Diploma

Introduction
The goal of the Advertising Diploma Program at The Art Institute of Vancouver is to prepare students for careers in the diverse arena of advertising. To teach advertising from business to creative across all media platforms with content to enrich the understanding of advertising as an essential component of our economic and social system. To provide a curriculum based on regular examination of the industry and the evolving media. A commitment to lifelong learning is instilled in students as a means to develop their careers from entry-level positions in the advertising field.

Program Description
The Diploma Program in Advertising is a six-quarter program. The program provides students with skills in conceptual thinking, copywriting, design, marketing, developing advertising campaigns, and account planning. The diploma also educates the student in the application of advertising principles to evolving communication channels (interactive media) and the life skills needed to develop and sustain a career in advertising and related fields.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
60 credits - 24 courses - 12 months - 4 quarters - Certificate

Introduction
Write a popular song, score a film or documentary, or create the music and sound effects for a video game. With the music/sound design needs of Vancouver?s busy film, animation, and video game industries, graduates of the Electronic Music Program have the skills and knowledge necessary to produce their own electronic music and run an independent business.

Synthesizers, samplers, and computer-based recording make the creation of professional electronic music easy on a home computer. For individuals interested in electronic music creation and composition in the digital age, and in marketing that music to industry, the Electronic Music Program at The Art Institute of Vancouver is the right place to start. Topics include musical structure and notation, ear training, rhythmic, melodic and harmonic structure and notation, tonality and scales, and cadences. Song writing, arrangement, and production are covered using industry standard samplers, sequencers, synthesizers and hard disk recorders. Courses address audio theory, psychoacoustic principles, and musical structure.

Program Description
The Art Institute of Vancouver offers a Certificate of Achievement upon successful completion of the Electronic Music Program. The object of this program is to provide students with skills and knowledge in the area of Electronic Music to enable them to explore further opportunities in this growing field.

Method of Instruction
Instructional methods at The Art Institute of Vancouver include lecture, demonstration, tutorials, one-on-one instruction, and periodic examinations. Except for field trips, all instruction is conducted in a classroom/studio setting.

Graduation Requirements
To receive a Certificate in Electronic Music, students must complete a minimum of 60 quarter credit hours with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Students must also receive a passing grade or credits for all required course work, meet portfolio or other requirements outlined in the student handbook, and satisfy all financial obligations with The Art Institute of Vancouver.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
60 credits - 20 courses - 12 months - 4 quarters - Diploma

Introduction
Every day special events take place all over the world. Festivals, galas, awards shows, conferences, exhibitions, meetings, incentive programs, marketing events, sporting events, and many more. All these events require someone, or a team of people to put them together. Event managers and coordinators spend countless hours preparing and coordinating every detail of their event so that the audience can enjoy a seamless and spectacular event.

Program Description
The Event Management Diploma Program is a one year, four quarter program that is designed to prepare students to enter into the professional and corporate world of special events. Reaching a number of industry sectors including the tourism, entertainment and meetings industries, there is a wide range of opportunities and entry-level career paths for graduates to pursue. With industry professionals as instructors, students receive relevant and industry specific education. Working to promote professionalism, ethics and growth in the special events industry, as well as to develop opportunities for students, The Art Institute of Vancouver is a proud member of the International Special Events Society (ISES), Canadian Special Events Society (CSES), and Meeting Professionals International (MPI).

The Event Management Diploma Program has worked with the Canadian Tourism Human Resource Council in order to provide curriculum that teaches to Event Management International Occupational Standards. These standards have been developed in a collaborative effort from a large group of authors and event management professionals from around the world, and has been endorsed by our local employer based Professional Advisory Committee.

Professional Designation (TCP-EVC)
The Art Institute of Vancouver and the Canadian Tourism Human Resource Council (CTHRC) have analyzed and compared the Event Management Diploma Program to the Occupational Knowledge component of the TCP- Event Coordinator certification program and found the programs to be equivalent. As a result, the two organizations as well as go2 who is the provincial partner of the CTHRC and delivery agent of emerit tourism training and certification in the province of British Columbia, have entered into an articulation agreement. Current and future students that successfully complete the Event Management Diploma Program with an overall cumulative grade point average of 3.0 automatically qualify to receive credit towards the knowledge component of the TCP-EVC certification and designation. (Application fees apply)

Memberships
All students enrolled in the program will receive a one-year student membership to Meeting Professionals International.

Students in this program will learn the basics of design, typography, and colour theory, and hone their skills in creative problem solving to help them learn how to meet the needs of clients quickly, creatively and economically. Students will be trained to design with the following software tools, Adobe Photoshop, Quark Xpress, Dreamweaver, and Adobe Illustrator.
Emphasis is placed on learning the skills and techniques of both computer graphics and traditional design and production tools, such as the drawing board and drawing instruments. Advanced training includes the execution of assignments encountered by professionals in the field. Students graduate with the training and portfolio required for an entry-level position in visual communications.

Magazines, newspapers, advertising, greeting cards, product packaging, and web development companies all require the services of graphic designers.
Students in this program will learn the basics of design, typography, and colour theory, and hone their skills in creative problem solving to help them learn how to meet the needs of clients quickly, creatively and economically. Students will be trained to design with the following software tools, Adobe Photoshop, Quark Xpress, Dreamweaver, and Adobe Illustrator.
Emphasis is placed on learning the skills and techniques of both computer graphics and traditional design and production tools, such as the drawing board and drawing instruments. Advanced training includes the execution of assignments encountered by professionals in the field. Students graduate with the training and portfolio required for an entry-level position in visual communications.

The Graphic Design & Foundation for Design diploma program teaches you the basics of design, typography, and color theory. Additional study and class projects in graphics, traditional design, and production tools, such as the drawing board and drawing instruments leads to a well-rounded educational experience. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as advertising designer, computer artist, freelance artist, graphic designer, or layout artist.

The Graphic Design & Foundation for Design diploma program teaches you the basics of design, typography, and color theory. Additional study and class projects in graphics, traditional design, and production tools, such as the drawing board and drawing instruments leads to a well-rounded educational experience. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as advertising designer, computer artist, freelance artist, graphic designer, or layout artist.

If you are looking for a Vancouver art & design school that offers you a diploma course in Interactive Media Design, and hope to pursue a career in the design industry, the following Art Institute of Vancouver program may be just the education you've been searching for.

Interactive Media Design is an exciting new field of integrated electronic communications that is becoming an essential part of the business, education, and entertainment industries. The advent of multimedia has established a regeneration of energy in business. This has led to the creation of employment opportunities that require an individual who can combine sound, graphic arts, text, and video or film to improve the dissemination of information.

Program outcomes are focused on creativity, design strategy and technology solutions across media platforms. Program competencies are those related to interface design, interactivity, visual design, database design, dynamic content design, technology, and information design.

Interactive Media Design is used to create everything from DVD menus to Web site navigation and touch screen. In the Interactive Media Design & Foundation for Design program, you’ll learn the basic skills needed to create friendly, usable interactions via the Web, CD-ROMS, DVDs, and kiosks. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as interactive designer, animator, special effects artist, and computer artist.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
180 credits - 59 courses - 36 months - 12 quarters - Bachelor of Applied Design Degree

Today?s professional interior designers enhance the function and quality of interior environments. Their mission, significant in today?s society, is to design spaces that improve the quality of life, protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public, and support increased productivity. The Bachelor of Applied Design in Interior Design degree program offers a well-rounded curriculum strengthened with numerous computer-based courses, designed to prepare graduates to meet the current demands of the profession.

Other important topics explored include the areas of universal design, human factors, environmental and sustainable design, business aspects of the profession, and other issues related to the interior design field.

The Interior Design program begins with a foundation in art and design to increase artistic sensitivity. The program is designed to emphasize the areas of drafting, space planning, history of interior design, materials, lighting, and residential and contract/commercial design. Courses cover two-dimensional and threedimensional computer-aided design, computer rendering, three-dimensional modeling, and architectural detailing/working drawing methods of presenting design ideas and communicating with related professional services. The analysis of client needs and desires to create design solutions that are aesthetically pleasing, functional, and in accordance with building codes and standards, is the essence of the Interior Design program.

Interior designers give form to the spaces in which we spend our lives. An interior designer is, by definition a person who identifies, researches, and solves problems pertaining to the function and quality of interiors. Their work includes programming, design analysis, as well as specifying and designing all aspects of interior spaces. Using specialized knowledge of interior construction, building codes, materials, lighting, and furnishings, interior designers prepare drawings and documents in order to protect the heath, safety, and welfare of the public.

The Interior Design & Foundation for Design Program is rich in theory and practice. Our students will develop abilities in all aspects of the design of three-dimensional spaces, both residential and commercial. They learn how to communicate design solutions through a variety of visual media and develop aesthetic and ethical sensitivities. Students learn how the profession interfaces with others in the industry and how to manage the business of their profession. They will graduate prepared to enter the fields of commercial and residential design. This program lasts two academic years (8 quarters) and contains 120 credit hours.

Instructional methods at The Art Institute of Vancouver include lecture, demonstration, tutorials, one-on-one instruction, and periodic examinations. Except for field trips, all instruction is conducted in a classroom/studio setting.

The mission of our Interior Design Diploma Program is to graduate students so they are prepared for their profession and able to conceive and execute viable, creative design solutions in diverse occupations within our current market realities.

To receive a Diploma in Interior Design and Foundation for Design, students must complete a minimum of 120 quarter credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Students must also receive a passing grade or credits for all required course work, meet portfolio or other requirements outlined in the student handbook, and satisfy all financial obligations with The Art Institute of Vancouver.

Graduates of The Art Institute of Vancouver Interior Design and Foundation Diploma Program will be eligible to write the NCIDQ exam upon completion of the required work experience.

The foundation quarter is designed to develop a student?s critical portfolio skills. If a student wishes to challenge this quarter, they must submit a portfolio and have it accepted by the Admissions Committee before advanced standing is granted.

The Kitchen and Bath associate's program will prepare students for entry-level positions with a focused specialization in these two important areas of the home. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to participate in the design, sales, and installation of kitchen and bath projects. Typical duties would include: selection of products, working with showrooms, complete drawings, and related construction documents. Kitchen and bath designers work with contractors, builders, manufacturers, retailers, and private clients for completion of design development, budget management, and installation of kitchen and baths. Mission: The mission of the program is to prepare students for the kitchen and bath industry. The curriculum offers educational content that recognizes the professional standards of the kitchen and bath field. Career Opportunities: Start with a strong artistic foundation - classes in drawing, perspective, drafting and color. Move on to courses that give you practical expertise based on national Kitchen and Bath Association guidelines. You'll study computer-aided drafting in order to plan kitchen and bath spaces in a residential setting. Learn about lighting, materials, budgets, and estimates plus building systems and codes, along with products and appliances. You?ll also gain skills in business fundamentals such as project bidding, plus an introduction to public relations, marketing, and promotions. An internship gives you real-world experience and helps build your professional portfolio - your key to showing potentials employers exactly how you balance your creative talent with logic and know-how.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
90 credits - 29 courses - 18 months - 6 quarters - Diploma

The Web Design & Interactive Media and Foundation for Design diploma is a ?user-centred? design and development program. In this program students will focus upon building fundamental competencies in interface and information design, interactivity, database and dynamic content development, as well as new media production for online content. This program provides students with comprehensive design and technical skill sets as well as business strategies necessary to produce interactive technology solutions. The curriculum acknowledges the internet as an identified growth sector for business, entertainment, education, games, online communities and other sectors.

Graduates will be prepared to seek employment within online divisions at major companies and as innovative entrepreneurs. They will have broad skill sets suitable for employment in a host of entry-level positions. Furthermore, many graduates will become freelance contract specialists and work in collaboration with studios and agencies.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
90 credits - 28 courses - 18 months - 6 quarters - Diploma

The Fashion Design program offers the ability to transform design ideas into garments and accessories as well as knowledge of the business side of the fashion industry. In the design segment of the program, students develop skills in garments construction and design including tailoring, flat pattern drafting and draping as well as computer pattern drafting and grading to provide a solid foundation in the fundamentals of apparel engineering. In addition, marketing courses enable the students to develop, analyze and implement effective market strategies.

The faculty nurtures creativity and teaches hands-on skills using traditional tools as well as industrial equipment similar to those found in the fashion design field. The combination of professional marketing skills and technical knowledge will prepare students for entry level positions in the industry such as a junior designer, pattern grader, management trainees, visual merchandisers and assistant merchandise buyers.

The Fashion Design & Merchandising program offers the best of both worlds - the ability to transform design ideas into garments and accessories as well as knowledge of the business side of the fashion industry.

In the design segment of the program, students are introduced to basic skills of construction in sewing, tailoring, flat pattern drafting, and draping to provide a solid foundation in the fundamentals of apparel engineering. In the merchandising segment, usage of textiles, colours and design to create visual merchandising campaigns are taught. Business courses are added to teach students how to develop, analyze and implement effective sales strategies.

The faculty nurtures creativity and teaches hands-on skills using traditional tools as well as industrial equipment similar to that found in the fashion design field. The combination of professional marketing skills and technical knowledge help students prepare for successful entry into the industry as junior designers, patter grader, management trainee, visual merchandiser, and assistant merchandise buyer.

Students studying Fashion Design & Merchandising & Foundation for Design learn basics of apparel creation, with emphasis on design principles and final product merchandising. This program emphasizes hands-on training. Coursework discusses the business behind fashion merchandising, as well as the elements of strong design. Students also learn the process of garment construction — from initial concept to final product. Design challenges place students in situations they may experience in the professional world, providing valuable experience to take into the workplace. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment such as costume designer, assistant fashion buyer, fashion designer, fashion merchandiser, or seamstress.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
90 credits - 30 courses - 18 months - 6 quarters - Diploma

The Fashion Marketing program blends individual creativity with a keen sales orientation. Students are introduced to foundation skills such as colour theory, fashion sketching, costume history, digital imaging and introductory retail skills. They later move on to topics such as concepts and trends in apparel, merchandise management, textiles and fabrics, advertising and marketing,elements of retail operations and technology, manufacturing, retail mathematics, consumer behaviour, business ownership, media buying, human resources, accounting, store planning and lease management. Prior to graduating, students concentrate on developing a portfolio, securing an internship, and turn to topics on e-commerce and Web marketing.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
105 credits - 34 courses - 20 months - 7 quarters - Diploma

The 3D Modeling for Animation & Games diploma program at the Art Institute of Vancouver is designed to provide graduates with the relevant skills necessary to enter into and maintain a career in the game, animation and visual effects entertainment industries. Students will develop the technical and creative aptitude necessary to demonstrate and present their skills to industry. This goal is achieved by building a foundation of traditional artistic skill, and then providing students with hands on training in its modern application.

Career opportunities for graduating students may include 3D Modeler, Character Modeler, Environment Modeler, Texture Artist, Lighting Artist, Technical Artist, Junior Production Designer, Render Wrangler, and a host of related entry level production positions.

Each 3 month term of the program is comprised of tightly integrated, cohesive courses in which students accomplish specific, industry driven competencies and outcomes. Each course builds on the lessons of the ones before it and each term is a prerequisite for the following. The 3D Modeling for Animation & Games diploma program is focused upon enabling students to learn the fundamental artistic skills necessary to enter into and maintain a career in Media Arts industries.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
105 credits - 34 courses - 20 months - 7 quarters - Diploma

The Animation Art & Design diploma program is designed to provide graduates with the relevant skills necessary to enter into and maintain a career in the animation, game and visual effects entertainment industries. Students will develop the technical and creative aptitude necessary to demonstrate and present their skills to industry. This goal is achieved by building a foundation of traditional artistic skills, and then providing students with hands on training in various modern applications.

Career opportunities for graduating students may include 3D Animator, 2D Animator (traditional & vector based), Technical Animator, Video Game Animator, VFX Animator, Junior Production Designer, Motion Capture Artist, Junior Modeler, Junior Texture Artist, Render Wrangler, and a host of related entry-level animation production positions.

Each 3 month term of the program is comprised of tightly integrated, cohesive courses in which students accomplish specific, industry driven competencies and outcomes. Each course builds on the lessons of the ones before it and each term is a prerequisite for the following. The Animation Art & Design diploma program enables students to gain the fundamental artistic skills necessary to enter into and maintain a career in Media Arts industries.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
90 credits - 30 courses - 18 months - 6 quarters - Diploma

New tools for content creation are continually rising on the digital landscape. Today?s content developer must be able to navigate this world with confidence. The Digital Film & Video Program at The Art Institute of Vancouver provides an intensive study of digital production and visual storytelling, focusing on digital film, corporate and commercial video production.

Expanding digital markets continue to present new challenges for the workforce. With this in mind, the Digital Film & Video program offers students an ever expanding curriculum which prepares them to meet the needs of industry. With the guidance of seasoned industry professionals and mentors, students will explore the skills and organizational thinking necessary for a

creative and productive experience, accessing and executing their own ideas and vision via hands-on learning opportunities and practical field exercises. The curriculum, designed in consultation with industry representatives, prepares students for entry-level positions in digital filmmaking and related industries. The Digital Film & Video program is best suited for highly-motivated, selfstarters who want a well-rounded education preparing them for a career in Digital Film & Video production.

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and techniques of digital photography. It combines basic photography principles of composition and lighting with digital concepts such as exposure evaluation, file formats and image manipulations. This is a perfect course for anyone who wants to improve their photographic skills to capture better photographs.

Course Competencies:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

- Understand how digital cameras work and the appropriate application of digital capture
- Understand resolution, image compression and file formats
- Select the appropriate f-stop, shutter speed, exposure mode, lens and focal length
- Understand and apply lighting concepts such external flashes and natural light
- Understand and apply the elements of proper composition

Available at the Renfrew campus.
90 credits - 29 courses - 18 months - 6 quarters - Diploma

Introduction
Game designers are the people who give life to near flesh-and blood characters, embroil them in fantastic plots, and design levels placing them in a compelling environment. In sort, they create the user experience. This is a field that demands constant evolution as new gameplay engines, systems, and technology are introduced on a constant basis.

Students in the Game Art & Design Program at The Art Institute of Vancouver acquire a core skill set of written communication, game and level design, game scripting and a foundation in art. The student then learns to create professional documentation, design game play, articulate stories, characters and their environments, and apply knowledge of video and computer games to create their own interactive experiences. Graduates gain the training and skills necessary to compete for entry-level positions in the game industry: level designer, gameplay (interactivity) designer, mission scripter, story writer, tester, and assistant producer.

Program Description
The Game Art & Design Diploma Program is dedicated to providing graduates with the relevant skills necessary to enter into and maintain a career in the field of video game design. This goal is achieved by building a foundation of core game design skills, and then providing students with hands on training in the application of these skills to video games.

Each three month term of the program is comprised of tightly integrated, cohesive courses in which students accomplish specific, industry-driven competencies and outcomes. The Game Art & Design Diploma Program is about learning the fundamental design skills necessary to enter into and maintain a career in the video game industry, and developing the technical aptitude necessary to demonstrate and present the acquired skills effectively.

Please contact the Office of Admissions for more information about this new program.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
60 credits - 20 courses - 12 months - 4 quarters - Certificate

Introduction
Students train in digital and analogue recording studios using nonlinear recording technologies. Curriculum includes topics such as professional session engineering, microphone techniques, outboard equipment, MIDI, signal flow, critical listening, and audio/acoustic principles. Instruction includes non-linear digital audio theory, surround sound, system integration and synchronization (e.g., analogue, digital, video, automation) and advanced recording techniques. Practice and integration are emphasized along with technical skills, production and project management, and problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Program Description
The Art Institute of Vancouver offers a Certificate of Achievement upon successful completion of the Independent Recording Arts Program. The object of this program is to provide students with basic skills for working independently in the recording arts industry. Students learn skills in recording engineering, digital music technology, and audio editing. In addition, students receive practical business skills and knowledge in order to work as a freelance recording arts specialist.

Method of Instruction
Instructional methods at The Art Institute of Vancouver include lecture, demonstration, tutorials, one-on-one instruction, and periodic examinations. Except for field trips, all instruction is conducted in a classroom/studio setting.

Graduation Requirements
To receive a Certificate in Independent Recording Arts, students must complete a minimum of 60 quarter credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Students must also receive a passing grade or credits for all required course work, meet portfolio or other requirements outlined in the student handbook, and satisfy all financial obligations with The Art Institute of Vancouver.

Course Description:

This course is similar in structure and design to Fundamental Skills for Aspiring Chefs. Its purpose is to enable the student to refine their skills and abilities learned during previous (Fundamental Skills for Aspiring Chefs) course. While emphasis is placed on sanitation, safety, preparation, cooking, food handling techniques, knife skills, general kitchen skills and knowledge. This course will allow the student to explore the cultures and culinary specialties from Scandinavia, France, Mediterranean, North Africa, and South America.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
60 credits - 19 courses - 12 months - 4 quarters - Diploma

Introduction
With the rapid growth of demand for audio and visual communication, the AV communications industry is thriving in every part of the world. AV systems have evolved to include not only audio and video systems, but also their integration into information communications and transmission of signals through digital networks.

Program Mission
The Professional Audio Visual (ProAV) Diploma Program is designed to prepare students for a variety of entry-level careers in the AV communications industry. This preparation is accomplished through a combination of practical hands on training, lecture and survey classes, as well as a large-scale capstone graduating project. The emphasis is on high-level competencies and outcomes to prepare each student for entry-level employment.

Program Description
The Professional Audio Visual (ProAV) Diploma Program is designed to provide a variety of specialized education to students planning to pursue a career in the in AV communications field. The program emphasizes training and coursework in the two key areas of the AV field: fixed installations and staged events. Graduates of our program will be prepared to seek entry-level career opportunities such as AV installation technicians, AV systems designers, AV programmers, audio technicians, video technicians, lighting technicians, staging professionals, and presentations professionals.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
90 credits - 30 courses - 18 months - 6 quarters - Diploma

Program Mission
The Art Institute of Vancouver?s Professional Recording Arts program is designed to prepare graduates for careers in the field of audio engineering and production. Through rigorous study of theoretical concepts, industry practices, and hands-on production techniques, students work to develop the technical skills and aesthetic sensibilities needed to become professional engineers, technicians, producers and business people.

Program Description
The tools for recording, editing, and delivery of audio are evolving at a rapid pace. Today?s professional audio engineers and producers must constantly stay abreast of current developments in equipment technology and production methods. To do this, they must have a solid foundation in the basic physics of sound and acoustics as well as skills in equipment operation, usage, and design.The Professional Recording Arts program will meet the needs of industry by offering a curriculum that provides students with a solid background in technology, theory and industry practices. Practical hands-on experience with recording and live production equipment is essential to being prepared for the contemporary market place.

The Diploma in Professional Recording Arts is a six-quarter, full time course of study that prepares students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to work in the field of audio. Graduates from the Diploma program may begin careers in music recording, live sound, television, home studio, radio, studio management, corporate AV, technical support, and others.

Introduction
The Professional Recording Arts (LIPA) Program is a fully articulated block transfer program. Students aspiring to a higher level of academic work and/or are clear about their desire to transfer to the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) may apply for the articulated program at the beginning of their studies at The Art Institute Vancouver. The program includes all course work in the Professional Recording Arts Diploma Program with additional academic and project requirements and higher expectations regarding academic achievement. Additional courses include Media Studies and Technology, and Directed Studies. The program requires the completion of a variety of written papers through Directed Studies courses. In addition, students are required to complete a major collaborative project.

Program Description
The Art Institute of Vancouver offers a Diploma of Achievement upon successful completion of the Professional Recording Arts (LIPA) Program. This program lasts six academic quarters and contains 108 quarter credits. Each course within the program is worth three quarter credits and the program consists of 36 courses. Successful graduates of this program are guaranteed an interview for advanced standing in the LIPA BA (Honours) Sound Technology Degree Program in Liverpool, UK.

Entrance
Students must apply for the Professional Recording Arts (LIPA) program at the beginning of the regular Professional Recording Arts Program. In order to be considered into the Professional Recoding Arts - LIPA Program, interested students must fulfill the follow requirements.
1. Students must agree to maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.4 or better throughout their program.
2. Provide a 1000 word essay on career goals and how the Professional Recording Arts (LIPA) Program will help the student achieve his/her goals.

Upon acceptance into the program, students are required to fill out the Professional Recording Arts (LIPA) Preparatory Program Agreement form that will be considered as part of the enrollment agreement.

Graduation Requirements
To receive a Diploma in Professional Recording Arts (LIPA), students must complete a minimum of 108 quarter credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.4 or higher. Students must also receive a passing grade or credits for all required course work, meet portfolio or other requirements outlined in the student handbook, and satisfy all financial obligations with The Art Institute of Vancouver.

The Diploma in Professional Recording Arts is a six-quarter, full time course of study that prepares students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to work in the field of audio. Graduates from the Diploma program may begin careers in music recording, live sound, television, home studio, radio, studio management, corporate AV, technical support, and others.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
105 credits - 34 courses - 20 months - 7 quarters - Diploma

The VFX diploma program at the Art Institute of Vancouver is designed to provide graduates with the relevant skills necessary to enter into and maintain a career in the post-production industry for film and television as VFX artists and technicians, as well as the game an animation industries. This goal is achieved by building a foundation of traditional artistic skill, a solid knowledge base in film and VFX theories and principles, and by then providing students with hands on training in various modern applications and tools including compositing and digital film production techniques.

Career opportunities available to graduating students include 3D Modeler, 3D Generalist, 3D Match Mover, 2D Compositor, VFX Wrangler, Texture Artist, Matte Painter, Render Wrangler, and a host of related entry level VFX production positions.

Each 3 month term of the program is comprised of tightly integrated, cohesive courses in which students accomplish specific, industry driven competencies and outcomes. Each course builds on the lessons of the ones before it and each term is a prerequisite for the following. The curriculum is structured to facilitate exceptional portfolio outcomes culminating in the development of a professional ?demo reel? and other marketing pieces.

As technology and software are constantly evolving, students are trained to be diagnostic in their study, to problem solve and above all, develop work ethic and standards in accordance with their professional practice. Finally, students will learn how to communicate ideas effectively, as well as how to work in a collaborative environment through a variety of team based projects.

Available at the Renfrew campus.
90 credits - 29 courses - 18 months - 6 quarters - Diploma

Introduction
Video game programmers must be well versed in the technical aspects of game creation. They must be able to create the core game engine subsystems, integrate art assets, and translate the intent of the game designers into functional game software. The game programmer?s skill set includes the ability to create and customize game code, scripts and tools to best meet the needs of an individual game project.

Visual & Game Programming is an intense hands-on program with a focus on technical programming skills for video games. While the emphasis is on object oriented programming, students also study mathematics, scripting, game design, and algorithm development. In addition to core programming skills, the curriculum introduces students to a number of programming topics including graphics, physics, gameplay and tools development.

Students learn C++, Python, Javascript and OpenGL. Students integrate all of the these skills during a final game project in which they create an original video game in a team setting.

Program Description
The Art Institute of Vancouver offers a Diploma upon successful completion of the Visual & Game Programming Program. The program?s objective is to provide students with the essential programming, mathematics, problem solving, and design skills required of a video game programmer. Graduates possess a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience that equips them for entry-level employment and career advancement. This program lasts one-and-a-half academic years (six quarters) and consists of 29 courses. Each course within the program is worth three or six quarter credits for a total of 90 credits upon completion.

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Available at the Renfrew campus.
75 credits - 25 courses - 15 months - 5 quarters - Diploma

The Web Design & Interactive Media diploma is a ?user-centred? design and development program. In this program students will focus upon building fundamental competencies in interface and information design, interactivity, database and dynamic content development, as well as new media production for online content.

This program provides students with comprehensive design and technical skill sets as well as business strategies necessary to produce interactive technology solutions. The curriculum acknowledges the internet as an identified growth sector for business, entertainment, education, games, online communities and other sectors.

Graduates will be prepared to seek employment within online divisions at major companies and as innovative entrepreneurs. They will have broad skill sets suitable for employment in a host of entry-level positions. Furthermore, many graduates will become freelance contract specialists and work in collaboration with studios and agencies.

This program is designed to build upon the fundamentals learned in the Intermediate program and comprises the first half of the WSET Advanced Level Certificate. The course features detailed discussion about the classic wine regions of France and Italy. The factors that affect the character and quality of the wines are explored with specific classes on viticultural and vinification techniques. The service of wine is covered from both a professional and non-professional perspective, as are the principles of food and wine matching. Each class is enhanced with a tasting that includes the benchmark wines discussed in the lecture.

This course comprises the second half of the Advanced Wines and Spirits program and is a continuation of the Level 3 course. It is designed to build upon the fundamentals learned in the Intermediate Certificate program. This program features detailed discussion about the classic regions and wines of the world not covered in Level 3 including specific lectures on production and types of spirits, sparkling, fortified and aromatized wines. The key factors that affect the character and quality of the wines will be explored. Each class is enhanced with a tasting that includes the benchmark wines discussed in the lecture.

This program is offered in conjunction with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) and students will gain the WSET Advanced Certificate in Wines & Spirits upon successful course completion.

This entry level program is designed to provide the basic product knowledge & skills in wine service for those in a junior position in the hospitality sector. It will hold equal appeal to those non-trade wine lovers who wish to gain some formal wine education. This highly interactive program introduces the student to many different aspects of the wine world including wine types & styles, wine tasting, major grape varieties and food & wine matching.

This program is offered in conjunction with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) and students will gain the WSET Foundation Certificate in Wines upon successful completion of the course.

This course consists of WSET Diploma Units 1 & 2 which is the mandatory starting point for the qualification. . The course begins with an overview of the global markets in terms of both production and consumption and major companies, with a detailed statistical analysis. The dynamics of the industry are then examined, with particular reference to the local market in BC. This is followed by an analysis of production issues relating to cost. The Unit 1 part is wrapped up with a discussion of topical issues in the business of wine and spirits.

The Unit 2 part of this course features detailed analysis of the Production of Wine. The course includes a study of viticulture, vinification, maturation and handling techniques. The characteristics of the most commercially significant grape varieties are also studied.

This program is designed to build upon the fundamentals learned in the Foundation course and features discussion on the classic grape varieties of the world. The factors that affect the character and quality of wines are explored and this program takes a basic look at viticultural and vinification techniques. The service and storage wine is covered from both a professional and non-professional perspective, as are the principles of food and wine matching. Each class is enhanced with a tasting that includes the benchmark wines discussed in the lecture

This program is offered in conjunction with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) and students will gain the WSET Intermediate Certificate in Wines & Spirits upon successful course completion.

This course, together with Light Wines of the World Section IV, makes up Unit 3 of the WSET Diploma. These two courses focus on the light wine regions of the world with the goal of preparing students for their final Unit 3 examination. Each class involves practice of the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting at the Diploma level. Workshop classes focus on giving students the necessary framework to study for the Unit 3 exam whereas lecture classes will feature industry specialists presenting on specific winegrowing regions.

This course, together with Light Wines of the World Section III, makes up Unit 3 of the WSET Diploma. These two courses focus on the light wine regions of the world with the goal of preparing students for their final Unit 3 examination. Each class involves practice of the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting at the Diploma level. Workshop classes focus on giving students the necessary framework to study for the Unit 3 exam whereas lecture classes will feature industry specialists presenting on specific winegrowing regions.

This program is designed to give a comprehensive level of focused product knowledge on spirits & liqueurs to those working in the hospitality, retail & agency sectors. The factors that affect the character and quality of spirits are explored and during this program, students will study production methods, the importance of branding & the spirits marketplace .The service and storage of spirits is covered from both a professional and non-professional perspective as are the health issues relating to spirit consumption. Each class is enhanced with a tasting that includes the benchmark spirits discussed in the lecture.

This program is offered in conjunction with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) and students will gain the WSET Professional Certificate in Spirits upon successful course completion.