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Effective Term:

Advanced Standing:

1. For this program, students may obtain credit for a maximum of 75% of program requirements by Transfer Credit, Advanced Placement, Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) or combination thereof.
2. Students who enter the Business Administration diploma program with a minimum grade of 73% in Accounting 12 (taken in British Columbia in the three years prior to starting the program) may receive credit for COMM 240. Processes as outlined in Policy 8614 will be adhered to.
3. During the entire time in the program, a student may only perform one PLA for a course already attempted at Selkirk College.
4. For more information, see Policy 8614: Advanced Standing.

Re-Entry Instructions:

1. See Policy 8615: Standards of Academic Progress.

Assessment:

1. This Program uses Grading Table 1.
2. For COOP course, use the Competency Based grading table. To view all College grading tables, see Policy 8612: Grading.

Grading Table:

Standard Academic and Career Programs

Types of Assessments:

1. Students are expected to complete the course outcomes independently and with original work unless specified otherwise by the instructor.
2. Students are assessed and graded for each course outcome as indicated in the respective course outline.
3. Exams, labs, group or individual projects, assignments, presentations, professionalism and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.
4. Missed assignments and tests will receive a zero mark if not submitted. However, in some courses it may be mandatory to submit all assignments to an acceptable level and/or to write all exams in order to receive credit for the course.
5. Individual course outline may have other specific requirements for assignments, grades, and/or examinations.

Program Specific Regulations:

1. Co-op Education
   1. Co-operative education courses provide students with documented experience and possible designation based on the number of COOP courses taken. A co-op semester may be taken within a program or in the semester immediately after all academic courses have been completed.
   2. Each co-op course consists of a minimum 420 working hours. A co-op course may occur in any of the three academic semesters (fall, winter, spring) and are recorded at 6 credits each.
   3. Students can elect to take one or more COOP courses to augment their academic studies. COOP 101 can be used as an elective as noted below the term 2 required course list. A maximum of 3 COOP credits can be applied towards program graduation requirements as listed in this document. COOP 101 may also be taken as additional credits to program course requirements.
   4. Students should know that in a situation where co-op course credits are used to meet program graduation requirements, this may affect existing block transfer agreements and should consult with the receiving institution for details. Students will be required to acknowledge in writing this information with the COOP department.
2. Eligibility
   1. Acceptance into one of the Business Administration diploma programs.
   2. Completion of at least 15 credits at Selkirk College towards the Business Administration program with a minimum Program GPA of at least 2.33.
   3. School Chair approval.
   4. Follow Selkirk COOP Education requirements, process, and timelines.
   5. Successfully completes COOP Workplace Readiness Training.
   6. Pay the COOP tuition fee.
3. Co-op Designation
   1. Students wishing to pursue a COOP designation on their credential must complete a minimum of 12 COOP credits in total, which comprises of COOP 101 and COOP 201.COOP 301 course is also available upon request.
4. Academic Courses while on a work term
   1. Students are strongly discouraged from taking any academic courses while on a work term. Students must have COOP program and School Chair approval to pursue additional academic courses during a work term.
5. Courses and Credits
   1. A standard co-op term is equivalent to a 6-credit course and can be taken as an elective as noted below the term 4 required course list. However, only a maximum of three credits can be applied to the Business Administration diploma program graduation requirements. COOP credits are not included in GPA calculation.
6. Co-op education courses will provide students with documented, program relevant work experience that is recognized with a designation on their transcript.
7. Please refer to Policy 8370 Selkirk College Co-operative Education and Selkirk College Co-operative Education Procedures for additional information regarding Co-op Education at Selkirk College.
8. In order to receive your credential in your program, you must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

Attendance:

1. Punctual and regular attendance for scheduled classes, laboratory sessions and all of the scheduled learning activities is expected of all students.
2. Where absenteeism adversely affects a student’s progress and performance, behavioural probation and/or withdrawal from the program may result.
3. Students planning to be absent from class must notify or make prior arrangements with their instructor in advance. Instructors are not obligated to provide alternative instructional or assessments in order to accommodate student absences. Failure to notify the instructor may result in withdrawal from the course.
4. See individual course outlines for any additional attendance and punctuality requirements.

Assignments:

1. Assignments
   1. Students will normally receive at least one week notice of dates and times when assignments and/or tests are to be submitted and/or written.
   2. If accepted, late assignments may be subject to penalty.
   3. Students are normally expected to complete all assignments using a word processor, spreadsheet, or other computer application as applicable. See individual course outlines for specific requirements.
2. Examinations
   1. In some courses, students must receive a passing grade on specified exams in order to pass the course. The details will be explained in the applicable course outlines.
   2. Students may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements, with the appropriate instructor, for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.
   3. Any alternate arrangements for final examinations must be approved by the School Chair or designate.
   4. Tests and exams will ordinarily be retained by the instructor for no less than 6 months.
   5. Students who have not completed all assigned work and exams must obtain the instructor's approval to write the final exam before the exam date. The instructor may require the student to prepare a plan for completion of outstanding work.

Professional Requirements:

1. Student Conduct
   1. Students are expected to behave in a professional manner while in class and on Moodle. This includes being respectful of and contributing to the learning environment in accordance with the student code of conduct. For additional information, see Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct-Rights and Responsibilities.
   2. Students are expected to be prepared for all classes prior to entering the classroom. Assigned materials are to be completed by students; such materials and textbooks are not necessarily reviewed page by page in class by the instructor.
   3. The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students who miss a class.
   4. See individual course outlines for any additional professional requirements.

Other Regulations:

1. Probation
   1. If a student has a term or cumulative program GPA less than 2.00, the student will be placed on academic probation for at least the next semester.
   2. The maximum number of semesters on Academic Probation, consecutive or otherwise is two (2). A student will be withdrawn from the program if they exceed the maximum.
   3. A student who fails to meet the requirements in the letter of probation may be required to withdraw from the course or program.
   4. For additional information: see Policy 8619: Probation.
2. Cheating and Plagiarism
   1. See Policy 8618: Cheating and Plagiarism.

Effective Term:

Effective Year:

Advanced Standing:

1. For this program, a student may earn transfer credit by completing course credits at another English speaking post- secondary institution in Canada up to a maximum of 50% of diploma requirements.
   1. Course equivalency will be determined in accordance with Selkirk College Policy 8614: Advanced Standing.
   2. For more information, see Policy 8614: Advanced Standing.

Re-Entry Instructions:

1. See Policy 8615: Standards of Academic Progress.

Grading Table:

Standard Academic and Career Programs

Types of Assessments:

1. Students are expected to complete the course outcomes independently and with original work unless specified otherwise by the instructor.
2. Students are assessed and graded for each course outcome as indicated in the respective course outline.
3. Exams, labs, group or individual projects, assignments, presentations, professionalism and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.
4. Students not submitting assignments or not writing scheduled tests will receive a zero mark. However, in some courses it may be mandatory to submit all assignments to an acceptable level and/or to write all exams in order to receive credit for the course.
5. Individual course outline may have other specific requirements for assignments, grades, and/or examinations.

Program Specific Regulations:

1. Co-op Education
   1. Co-operative education courses provide students with documented experience and possible designation based on the number of COOP courses taken. A co-op semester may be taken within a program or in the semester immediately after all academic courses have been completed.
   2. Each co-op course consists of a minimum 420 working hours. A co-op course may occur in any of the three academic semesters (fall, winter, spring) and are recorded at 6 credits each.
   3. Students can elect to take one or more COOP courses to augment their academic studies. COOP 101 can be used as an elective as described noted below the elective courses table. A maximum of 3 COOP credits can be applied towards program graduation requirements as listed in this document. COOP 101 may also be taken as additional credits to program course requirements.
   4. Students should know that in a situation where co-op course credits are used to meet program graduation requirements, this may affect existing block transfer agreements and should consult with the receiving institution for details. Students will be required to acknowledge in writing this information with the COOP department.
2. Eligibility
   1. Acceptance into one of the Business Administration diploma programs.
   2. Completion of at least 15 credits at Selkirk College towards the Business Administration program with a minimum Program GPA of at least 2.33.
   3. School Chair approval.
   4. Follow Selkirk COOP Education requirements, process, and timelines.
   5. Successfully completes COOP Workplace Readiness Training.
   6. Pay the COOP tuition fee.
3. Co-op Designation
   1. Students wishing to pursue a COOP designation on their credential must complete a minimum of 12 COOP credits in total, which comprises of COOP 101 and COOP 201. COOP 301 course is also available upon request.
4. Academic Courses while on a work term
   1. Students are strongly discouraged from taking any academic courses while on a work term. Students must have COOP program and School Chair approval to pursue additional academic courses during a work term.
5. Courses and Credits
   1. A standard co-op term is equivalent to a 6-credit course and can be taken as an elective as noted in the elective courses table. However, only a maximum of three credits can be applied to the Business Administration diploma program graduation requirements. COOP credits are not included in GPA calculation.
6. Co-op education courses will provide students with documented, program relevant work experience that is recognized with a designation on their transcript.
7. Please refer to Policy 8370 Selkirk College Co-operative Education and Selkirk College Co-operative Education Procedures for additional information regarding Co-op Education at Selkirk College.
8. In order to receive your credential in your program, you must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

Attendance:

1. Punctual and regular attendance for scheduled classes, laboratory sessions and all of the scheduled learning activities is expected of all students.
2. Where absenteeism adversely affects a student’s progress and performance, behavioural probation and/or withdrawal from the program may result.
3. Students planning to be absent from class are required to notify or make prior arrangements with their instructor in advance. Instructors are not obligated to provide alternative instructional or assessments in order to accommodate student absences. Failure to notify the instructor may result in withdrawal from the course.
4. See individual course outlines for any additional attendance and punctuality requirements.

Assignments:

1. Students will normally receive at least one week notice of dates and times when assignments and/or tests are to be submitted and/or written.
2. If accepted, late assignments may be subject to penalty.
3. Students are normally expected to complete all assignments using a word processor, spreadsheet, or other computer application as applicable. See individual course outlines for specific requirements.
4. Examinations
   1. In some courses, students must receive a passing grade on specified exams in order to pass the course. The details will be explained in the applicable course outlines.
   2. Students may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements, with the appropriate instructor, for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.
   3. Any alternate arrangements for final examinations must be approved by the School Chair or designate.
   4. Tests and exams will ordinarily be retained by the instructor for no less than six months.
   5. Students who have not completed all assigned work and exams must obtain the instructor’s approval to write the final exam before the exam date. The instructor may require the student to prepare a plan for completion of outstanding work.

Professional Requirements:

1. Student Conduct
   1. Students are expected to behave in a professional manner while in class and on Moodle. This includes being respectful of and contributing to the learning environment in accordance with the student code of conduct. For additional information, see Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct-Rights and Responsibilities.
   2. Students are expected to be prepared for all classes prior to entering the classroom. Assigned materials are to be completed by students; such materials and textbooks are not necessarily reviewed page by page in class by the instructor.
   3. The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students who miss a class.
   4. See individual course outlines for any additional professional requirements.

Other Regulations:

1. Probation
   1. Normally, if a student’s term or cumulative GPA falls below 2.00, s/he will be placed on academic probation.
   2. A student with two (2) semesters on Academic Probation is cause for withdrawal from the program. Readmission to the program may be made at the discretion of the School Chair or designate.
2. See Policy 8619: Student Probation for more information.
3. Cheating and Plagiarism
   1. See Policy 8618: Cheating and Plagiarism
4. Required Withdrawal
   1. See Policy 8615: Standards of Academic Progress

Effective Term:

Effective Year:

Assessment:

Grading will be based on the categories defined in Selkirk College Policy 8612: Grading.

a) Grading Table 2 for Theoretical Component of Millwright/Machinist Foundation

b) Grading Options for Practical (Shop) Component of Millwright/Machinist Foundation

Credit Granted: CRG No Credit Granted: NCG

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Grading Table:

Standard Trades Programs

Types of Assessments:

1. Types and Frequency of Evaluation (Selkirk College Policy 8613: Student Evaluation)

a) Students are evaluated and graded in each subject or course topic as indicated in the program outline.

(i) Students will complete a series of weighted Subject Exams occurring as indicated in the program outline.

(ii) Students will complete the Program Final Examination at the conclusion of the program.

(iii) Students will complete an ongoing series of Practical Competencies to be evaluated on a day-to-day basis.

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2. Examination Policy

a) Students may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements with the appropriate instructor only for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.

b) Any alternate arrangements for Final Examinations must be approved by the School Chair or designate.

c) Requests for Supplemental Subject Examinations will not be granted.

d) Where the BC Industry Training Authority provides access to Supplemental Final Examinations, requests for them at Selkirk College will not be granted. Otherwise, Supplemental Final Exam requests will be granted only under extenuating circumstances.

e) All tests and exams are the property of the college and will be retained by the instructor.

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3. Cheating and Plagiarism: Policy 8618: Cheating and Plagiarism

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Program Specific Regulations:

Health and Safety

• Students are required to follow the safety directions of Selkirk College staff and the safety guidelines specific to their program. Additionally, students must wear prescribed personal protective equipment (PPE) in all designated areas. Failure to follow safety directions may result in the suspension of shop access. Only the School Chair may reinstate access.
• Students are encouraged to complete the Voluntary Disclosure of Health History form for any health (physical and/or mental) conditions (e.g., anxiety, diabetes, epilepsy, allergies), or prescription medications which could lead to concerns in an industrial environment. This information is for safety reasons only and will be kept confidential.
• Students are required to complete all mandatory safety training prior to using program equipment. Students are responsible for adhering to correct usage of equipment and for informing staff when the equipment is damaged or unsafe to operate.
• Students who are unsafe or impact the safety of others will be required to leave the class or shop area until remediation has been met.
• The use of personal electronic devices in a learning environment can be disruptive and is unsafe in an industrial setting. Usage and restrictions will be identified in the program safety guidelines.
• No alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or cannabis products are to be consumed on the collegeproperty during or before a college activity. If a student appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol they will be required to leave the premises and subject to disciplinary action as outlined in Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct.
• When participating in program field trips or other off-campus college-related activities, students are required to comply with the health and safety guidelines of both Selkirk College and those of their hosts. See College Policy 8350: Educational Field Trips.

Attendance:

1. A student whose absenteeism exceeds 7.5% at any time, may be required to withdraw from the program.

2. Attendance at all scheduled lectures, shop activities, field trips, examinations and other learning experiences is mandatory. Absence from learning experiences, for any reason, may preclude the student being able to meet the required objectives for that course.

3. Students absent from any Millwright/Machinist Foundation Program course, for any reason, are responsible for the work they have missed. They must make-up assignments as required.

4. Students claiming illness or compassionate reasons for absence from learning experiences must contact the program instructor concerned directly.

5. Students may be required to supply a doctor's certificate to substantiate claims of illness.

6. Students who are excluded from a lesson, class or course for reasons outlined in Part II, E, 1 will be considered absent from those classes.

7. A student who must be absent from a learning experience (including testing) is responsible for notifying the program instructor at least one hour prior to the scheduled time for the experience to begin.

8. Selkirk College will not undertake to provide substitute learning when students have been absent, regardless of the reason for the absence.

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Assignments:

ASSIGNMENTS AND EXAMINATIONS

1. All Subject Exams and the Program Final Examination must be written at the time designated by the program instructor. Failure to do so will result in a zero percentage (0%) grade on that examination. Except in extenuating circumstances, requests for rescheduling exams will not be granted.

2. All Lab Assignments and Shop Assignments must be completed and/or submitted at the time designated by the program instructor.

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Professional Requirements:

STUDENT CONDUCT (see Selkirk College Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct: Rights and Responsibilities).

1. Faculty and students will conduct themselves in an appropriate manner.

2. Students are expected to be on time and prepared for all classes prior to entering the classroom. Assigned materials are to be read by students; such materials and textbooks are not necessarily reviewed page-by-page in class by the instructor.

3. The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students who miss a class.

4. In order to maintain a comfortable and safe learning environment, the following policies apply:

a) No food or beverage is allowed in classrooms and labs.

b) Use of tobacco products is not permitted in any College building.

c) Accident or injuries must be reported to program instructors immediately.

d) Cost of repair or replacement of any equipment damage by carelessness or misuse will be paid by the student.

e) Steel toe work boots or shoes and safety glasses are to be worn at all times in shop areas.

f) Payphones are available for student use. Students are not permitted to use office telephones.

g) All storage areas and instructors' offices are open to authorized personnel only. Students may not enter such areas without permission of the instructor.

h) Use of cell phones, pagers and other personal electronic equipment is prohibited in classrooms, shops and labs. Such equipment shall be muted when in the learning environment.

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Other Regulations:

A. PROBATION (Policy 8619: Student Probation)

1. Purpose

The purpose of probation is to create an awareness of the seriousness of unsuitable student conduct and/or performance, as well as to reinforce that students have obligations above and beyond those specified in the course outlines.

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a) Criteria for placement on academic probation

A student may be assigned probationary status for unsatisfactory academic performance in the first two-thirds of the program length, under the following circumstances:

(i) Failure to maintain a Progress Grade of 70% or better.

(ii) Failure to complete shop assignments in a timely manner.

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b) Criteria for placement on behavioural probation

A student may be assigned probationary status for unsatisfactory behaviour at any time during the program, if the student:

(i) is chronically late and/or absence from scheduled classes.

(ii) compromises the safety of him/herself or others.

(iii) assaults or abuses others.

(iv) damages, destroys or steals College and/or others’ property.

(v) disrupts the learning opportunities of others.

(vi) behaves in threatening or blatantly uncooperative manner towards students, College employees or other College members.

(vii) behaves in a manner which brings Selkirk College into disrepute.

(viii) cheats and/or plagiarizes.

(ix) contravenes program-specific policies.

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2. Criteria for removal from probation

a) Conditions for removal from probation will be specified in the written Notification of Probation.

b) Any student assigned probationary status must meet the following requirements:

(i) Complete attendance.

(ii) Complete and submit course work in a timely manner.

(iii) Acceptable academic performance in all courses.

(iv) Satisfactory behaviour.

(v) Any other conditions specified in the Notification of Probation.

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3. Failure to meet conditions of probation

A student placed on probation who does not meet the requirements specified in the Notification of Probation may be required to withdraw.

4. Number of probationary periods.

Students are limited to two probationary terms. Behaviour and/or academic performance that necessitates a third term will result in automatic dismissal from the program.

B. REQUIRED EXCLUSION/DISMISSAL

1. Criteria

Exclusion or dismissal from courses and programs during the semester.

a) The Registrar may exclude from the College a student who has failed to complete the applicable registration requirements.

b) An instructor may exclude a student from participating in a class, lab, field trip, salon session, shop session, etc., due to lateness, prior absences, inadequate preparation, failure to complete prerequisite assignments, or if s/he lacks appropriate personal protective equipment.

c) An instructor, the Registrar or a Campus Administrator may exclude a student from participating in a class, lab, salon session, shop session, field trip, etc., if the student compromises the safety of him/herself and/or others, assaults or abuses others, is destructive to property, disrupts the learning opportunities of others or behaves in a threatening or blatantly uncooperative manner towards students, College employees or other College members. The instructor shall report in writing to the School Chair or designate the circumstances giving rise to the exclusion. All other College employees should submit a written report of incident(s) to their appropriate supervisor.

d) An instructor or other employee may recommend to the School Chair that a student be completely excluded from a course/program if that student has missed instructional times, or failed to complete assigned work to such a degree that the student could not compensate sufficiently to pass the course in the time available, or if the student has compromised the safety of him/herself and/or others, assaults or abuses others, has been destructive to property, has disrupted the learning opportunities of others or has behaved in a threatening or blatantly uncooperative manner towards the instructor.

e) A student recommended for exclusion from a course/program will receive notification from and will be excluded by the Registrar on the written recommendation of the School Chair concerned. The student shall be notified of the appeal process by the Registrar.

f) A student may appeal exclusion/dismissal by following the appeals procedure specified by Selkirk College.

g) If in the opinion of the Registrar, the seriousness of the situation merits suspension or dismissal from the College, a recommendation will be forwarded to the President. The President shall act in accordance with the College and Institute Act. If the President suspends or dismisses the student from the College the student shall be advised of all rights under Policy 8400: Student Appeals.

h) A student excluded or dismissed under this section will receive a DNW on transcripts

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C. APPEAL (see College Policy 8400: Student Appeals)

Most disagreements should be resolved through informal discussion between the parties involved before beginning the appeal procedures. This would typically involve the Instructor and the School Chair or designate. For more details refer to College Policy 8400: Student Appeals which is available on the website.

NOTE: A student ombudsperson may be available to assist the student in this process.

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