Part of a telecourse series, this film covers the six major areas of a well developed market plan: the specific characteristics of the product or service, sales methods, promotion methods, pricing, distribution and the location of the venture. Randy Vandermark, Department Head, BCIT Marketing Management, introduces the film: How will you penetrate your market? Bob Grasely hosts the middle section which includes still cartoons which are used to review and tie the lesson together and interviews with business people talking about their real-life experiences including: Richard Maybee, R. C. Maybee Ltd., Judy Sarick, the Children's Bookstore, Matti Korhonen, Freelance Illustrator, Maryanne Heller, Vintage Furs Ltd., Kemeel Azan, Azan's Beauty World, . The video concludes with a panel discussion with Bruce Schmidt, Vice-President Marketing, Keg Restaurants Ltd. and Morie Shacker Marketing Management BCIT Faculty. This telecourse if made possible by: The British Columbia Ministries and Education and Small Business Development.

Event recording from the Gas Reticulation Training program agreement signing ceremony on July 3, 1991 in Malaysia. The recording includes part of John Watson's speech about the MARA-BCIT partnership and the signing of the partnership contract.

Katherine Doyle, R.N. (Nursing Instructor at BCIT) discusses her experience studying nurse training programs in Malaysia during a project funded by CIDA Professional Awards Program and BCIT. The film is a video transfer of 3 projector slides and sound program (voice over of interviews and narration).

Instructional video for students about research tools available at the BCIT library. Includes information about the research guides, how to find and research a subject in a library catalogue, how to find an item in the library, what information to note for a bibliography, how to use a periodical index, and how to request an interlibrary loan.

A resource for instructors about cooperative learning and how to implement it in their classes.

Promotional video for BCIT's School of Management; two year diploma programs. Features shots of downtown Vancouver, BCIT Bookstore, and students in computer rooms, classrooms, lecture halls and hallways. Interviews with professionals including: Ray Stone, Corporate Comptroller, Bentall Group (BCIT graduate 1970), Jacquie Koropatnick, Account Executive, Ronalds Reynolds (BCIT graduate 1981), George Madden, Director Communications, Expo 1986 (BCIT graduate 1974), Terry Heenan, President BC Tel. (re: hiring BCIT graduates) and Wynne Powell, General Manager, LD Computers (re: hiring BCIT graduates).

Promotion video about BCIT Engineering Technology programs for potential students. Programs highlighted are: Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Mechanical Technology, Mechanical Systems, Forest Resource, Lumber & Plywood Technology, Mining Technology, Natural Gas & Petroleum, Surveying, Civil and Structural Technologists, Building Technology, Computer Systems, CAD/CAM, Electrical/Electronics. Includes clips of students working in the classroom and in the field with voice over, brief clips with Dr. Basil Peters, Harry Jackson, John Leech and Roy Murray (President, BCIT).

Identifies four types of hoists, or lifting devices, used in industry: the block and tackle, tirfor jack, chain fall and come along. Emphasizes the importance of safety precautions when using the hoists as well as how and when to use each. Includes review questions and answers at the end of the video. Special thanks to Instructor Ivan Holmes. Produced by Pacific Vocational Institute.

Recording of an employment presentation for Forestry / Fish, Wildlife and Recreation students at BCIT. The event is hosted by Judith Hall. Speakers include: Deanna Rex, BCIT Student Services ; Jim Folster, Dept. of Fisheries and Oceans ; Iris Finwick, Human Resource, BC Parks ; Michael Thorpe, graduate from BCIT Forestry program ; Glen Carlson, Habitat Protection Head for Ministry of Environment, Lands and Parks ; Krista Payette(?), graduate from Fish, Wildlife and Rec. program [Part 1 ends partway into this presentation] ; Greg Lorack(?), Manager of Continuous Learning and Special Initiatives, Canadian Heritage ; Michelle Suitor, graduate of BCIT Forestry program ; Steve Dumell(?), Manager from Ministry of Forest ; Scott Barrett, graduate of BCIT Fish, Wildlife and Rec. program [Part 2 ends partway into this presentation].

Describes the procedures for checking can integrity in commercial food processing. Host is Pam Howard-Jones. Credits: director and editor Ian Cameron; graphics Ken Gill; camera Don Chaput; content experts Ian Devlin, Steve Yip, and Ralph Drew; and special thanks to Ocean Fisheries Ltd., Fisheries and Ocean Canada, Canadian Fishing Co., Neptune Dynamics Ltd., Empire Stevedoring Co., and Save-on-Foods and Drugs. Produced by Audiovisual Department BCIT.

Recording of speeches and the unveiling of construction hoarding for the new Downtown Campus building on June 27, 1995. Presenters include Brian Gillespie (President of BCIT), Wynne Powell (Chair of Board of Directors), and Mike Harcourt (Premier of BC). Includes media interviews with Brian Gillespie and Premier Mike Harcourt after the unveiling, plus shots of the construction site.

Promotional video encouraging BCIT students to attend their graduation ceremony. Brief statements by students, video of convocation and celebrating as well as video of still photographs. Some animated text and scene changes.

A training film made for professional divers about safety requirements. These safety precautions include a dive briefing, a pre-dive safety check, a post-dive debriefing and emergency response plans.

Instructional video about how to use the library computer catalogue - DOBIS. Includes instructions on how to perform a search, which indexes are searchable, how to find a proper subject heading, how to understand search results, and how to troubleshoot problems.

Part of a telecourse series, this video explores why businesses commonly fail so that the entrepreneur can develop strategies to avoid that end. Randy Vandermark, Department Head, BCIT Marketing Management, introduces the film: How can you survive business crises? Special guest is Veron Forester, partner in Canadian Tire Operations in the Vancouver area. Feature report: Starting a Business with Bob Grasley: How can you survive business crises? Features still drawings and step-by-step process with a voiceover and advice/information from business experts. These experts include: Bernard R. Wilson, Vice-President, Director, Price Waterhouse; Ron Besse, Gage Publishing; Dick Maybee; David Robbins; Russell Morley; and Jeremy Brown. Video concludes with a discussion between Vandermark and Forester. This telecourse if made possible by: The British Columbia Ministries and Education and Small Business Development.

Introduces library research tools available for students enrolled in the distance education program. Includes information about the BCIT research guide, how to research a subject in a library catalogue, how to find an item in the library, what information to note for a bibliography, how to use a periodical index, and how to request an item from the BCIT Library.

Introduces library research tools available for students enrolled in the distance education program. Includes information about the BCIT research guide, how to research a subject in a library catalogue, how to find an item in the library, what information to note for a bibliography, how to use a periodical index, and how to request an item from the BCIT Library.

Educational video about vehicles emissions and air quality in British Columbia. Includes information about provincial plans to lower vehicle emissions in 1990. Includes a short interview with Dr. Joffre Berry who talks about how BCIT's Automotive and Chemical Sciences Environmental programs are helping lower emissions.

Short video containing the Call Centre of Excellence logo and some sounds associated with call centres as well as partner logos.

Brief introduction before the presentation: "Teleworking in the Virtual Call Centre" which is presented by Ken Robertson of KLR Consulting Inc. Camera moves between powerpoint presentation and Mr. Robertson as he gives the presentation. Video ends with a welcome to BCIT's new Call Centre of Excellence given by Gary Morrison. Morrison talks a little bit about the new building and future plans. Soft launch of industry partnership venture - called the Centre of Excellence (BCIT Downtown campus). Terry [?] is the MC of the event.

Introduction before the presentation: "Partnerships in Business" which is presented by Brian Gillespie, BCIT President and Don Calder, VP Network Operations, BC TEL. Camera moves between powerpoint presentation and the presenters. Mr. Gillespie talks about BCIT working with business and industry to improve business performance with a specific mention of specialized training centres: call centre, digital imaging, industrial control simulator, Venture program and Living Lab. Mr. Calder talks about the BCIT Call Centre-BCTEL partnership. After the presentation Jennifer Lee, Reservations Manager at Canadian Holidays, selects the winner of a draw for a trip to Las Vegas. Video ends with a small thank you presentation for Lynn Wagner for organizing the event.

Opening remarks and agenda outline. Opening remarks from Tom Brauser. Presentation "Call Centre Technologies" by Hossein Malek and John Hyslop. Camera moves between powerpoint presentation and the presenters. Their presentation discusses call centre trends and call centre evolution.

Introduction before the presentation: "Customer Access Strategies and its Organizational Impacts" presented by John Atkins from BC Tel Phone Power. Camera moves between powerpoint presentation and John Atkins speaking. Mr. Atkins talks about customer access strategy, changes in marketing, call centre issues and trends, organizational impacts, and new technologies.

Introduction from Terry. Speech by Rick Broadhead about the internet and the future of the internet and technology. Broadhead discusses key trends, opportunities, and threats to the internet.