2015-2016
Electronic Systems Engineering
(1094C)
Program Handbook r1
Conestoga College Institute of Technology and
Advanced Learning
Note: This is a companion document to the current
Conestoga College Student Guide.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents ............................................................................................................ 2
1)
PROGRAM HANDBOOK GUIDELINES .................................................................. 4
2)
PROGRAM ACADEMIC TEAM ................................................................................ 4
2.1 Welcome ................................................................................................................ 4
2.2 Program Administration and Faculty ...................................................................... 4
3)
PROGRAM OVERVIEW .......................................................................................... 6
3.1 Program Description .............................................................................................. 6
3.2 Program Design ..................................................................................................... 6
3.3 Program Outcomes................................................................................................ 7
4)
PROGRAM ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND REQUIREMENTS.......................... 7
4.1 Academic Promotion Decisions ............................................................................. 7
4.2 Clearance of Academic Deficiency ........................................................................ 7
4.3 Probation ............................................................................................................... 8
4.4 Discontinuance ...................................................................................................... 8
4.5 Re-admission ......................................................................................................... 8
4.6 Graduation ............................................................................................................. 9
4.7 Withdrawal ............................................................................................................. 9
5)
PROGRAM INFORMATION .................................................................................... 9
5.1 Academic Assistance............................................................................................. 9
5.2 Academic Dates................................................................................................... 10
5.3 Attendance .......................................................................................................... 10
5.4 Awards ................................................................................................................. 10
5.5 Communication and Emailing Requirements ....................................................... 10
5.6 Course Changes (Adding/Dropping) .................................................................... 10
5.7 Co-operative Education Eligibility ........................................................................ 11
5.8 Credit Transfers (Exemptions) ............................................................................. 11
5.9 Equipment, Supplies and Texts ........................................................................... 12
5.10 Evaluations (deadlines, tests and examinations) ............................................... 13
5.11 Interdisciplinary Electives .................................................................................. 13
5.12 Maintaining Student Files .................................................................................. 14
5.13 Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) ........................................ 14
5.14 Program Advisory Committee ............................................................................ 14
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5.15 Program Transfer............................................................................................... 14
5.16 Resources.......................................................................................................... 15
5.17 Student Feedback.............................................................................................. 15
5.18 Student Representation ..................................................................................... 15
6)
FACILITY INFORMATION ..................................................................................... 16
6.1 After Hours Access for College Classrooms and Computer Labs........................ 16
7)
SAFETY INFORMATION ....................................................................................... 17
7.1 Safety and Security Information ........................................................................... 17
7.2 Basic Safety ......................................................................................................... 18
7.3 Emergency Telephone Messages ....................................................................... 18
7.4 Machine Operation and Safety ............................................................................ 18
7.5 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ................................................................. 19
7.6 Student Protection Acknowledgement ................................................................. 19
8)
STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION ................................................................. 19
9)
COLLEGE-WIDE ACADEMIC POLICIES/PROCEDURES .................................... 20
10)
PROGRAM HANDBOOK REVISION LOG .......................................................... 20
APPENDIX A – ESE PROMOTIONAL DECISIONS ..................................................... 21
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1) PROGRAM HANDBOOK GUIDELINES
The purpose of this handbook is to provide students with program specific details and
other important information. The material in this handbook is accurate at the date of
posting, and is applicable for the current academic year. Students will be informed of
handbook changes that occur, if any, through college email. Program handbooks are
updated yearly and students must check their program handbook for the current edition.
2) PROGRAM ACADEMIC TEAM
2.1 Welcome
Welcome to the School of Engineering and Information Technology
Conestoga offers a full range of engineering and information technology programs to
suit your interests and career aspirations. Within these there are one year certificate
(both foundational and post-diploma), two and three year diploma, and four year
bachelor’s degree programs. Pathways exist within these allowing for students to reach
their full potential.
All of our programs incorporate active learning that may include project-based learning,
co-operative education, case studies and capstone projects. Active learning allows
students to apply theory to practice during their studies and results in a graduate who is
better prepared for the real work world. Employers like this, which is why the School of
Engineering & Information Technology has a history of excellent graduate and co-op
placement rates.
Sincerely,
Julia Biedermann, PhD, PEng
Executive Dean
2.2 Program Administration and Faculty
Executive Dean – Engineering–Technology–Trades
Julia Biedermann, PhD, P.Eng.
A2205-4 - Cambridge Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 3212
jbiederman@conestogac.on.ca
Administrative Assistant to Executive Dean:
Rebecca Dougherty
A2205-5 – Cambridge Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 4573
rdougherty@conestogac.on.ca
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Program Chair
Ig Kolenko, P.Eng.
W4 – Woodskills Building, Doon Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 2280
ikolenko@conestogac.on.ca
Administrative Assistant to Program Chair:
Melanie Hogeveen
A1213 – Cambridge Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 4502
mhogeveen@conestogac.on.ca
Program Coordinators
Nancy Nelson, P. Eng.
A3223 – Cambridge Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 3724
nnelson@conestogac.on.ca
Jim Smith, P. Eng.
A3223 – Cambridge Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 2261
jsmith@conestogac.on.ca
Program Faculty
Jack Cole
A3223 – Cambridge Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 2283
jcole@conestogac.on.ca
Monzur Kabir, P. Eng.
A3223 – Cambridge Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 3857
mkabir@conestogac.on.ca
Peter Roeser, P. Eng.
A3223 – Cambridge Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 2230
proeser@conestogac.on.ca
Bill Stefanuk
A3223 – Cambridge Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 2323
bstefanuk@conestogac.on.ca
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Ali Tehrani
A3223 – Cambridge Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 3275
atehrani@conestogac.on.ca
Alex Tugulea
A3223 – Cambridge Campus
519-748-5220 ext. 2289
atugulea@conestogac.on.ca
Other Faculty
In addition to the core complement of your full-time program faculty, other faculty will
work with you for the duration of this program. These include faculty from other Schools
for breadth and or/general education courses, as well as faculty with particular expertise
in specific areas of program focus.
Contact information for this faculty will typically be provided on the first day of related
courses.
3) PROGRAM OVERVIEW
3.1 Program Description
The Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic Systems Engineering program (ESE) is a
Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB)-accredited engineering program,
allowing students to start on the path to becoming a professional engineer. It is a unique
project-based co-op program that allows students to apply the high level of theory they
learn to interesting, real-world projects. It is geared to motivated individuals looking for
challenging careers in the dynamic and fast-paced world of digital and analog
electronics, embedded systems, software, and communications.
3.2 Program Design
Students can find their program design on the Student Portal by following the steps
below:
1. Log in to Student Portal
2. Click on ‘My Courses’ tab
3. Select ‘View Progress Report’ button
Courses are listed by level/semester. Students can also view courses for the most
current program design for this academic year on the Conestoga College website. To
find these courses, students need to scroll down the page to the ‘Program Courses’.
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3.3 Program Outcomes
Program outcomes are developed with the expectations and requirements of external
regulatory/accrediting bodies and consultation with Program Advisory Committees
(PACs) and related industry experts. These outcomes are coordinated and articulated in
a manner designed to result in the achievement by of sets of specified learning attributes.
Program Outcomes are located on the Electronic Systems Engineering program
webpage on the left side navigation bar.
4) PROGRAM ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Academic Promotion Decisions
Students actively registered in cohort delivered programs who take longer than the
designed program length of time to complete their studies are accountable for
completing any new or additional courses that may result due to changes in the
program of study. Unless otherwise stated, students registered in non-cohort delivered
programs must complete the program of study within seven years of being admitted to
the program.
Promotion from one semester to the next requires a program grade point average
(GPA) of 2.5 and two (2) or fewer un-cleared failures from that semester and all
previous semesters.
A grade of 60% is considered the minimum level of achievement for successful
completion of a course.
A student with a program GPA of less than 1.0 will be discontinued from the program.
Normally there will be no academic decision made at the end of semester one. However
a student may be discontinued at the end of semester one based on a unanimous
recommendation of the program’s Academic Promotion Committee.
The official promotion policy can be found on the college website.
Graduation from the program requires a cumulative GPA of 2.5 and completion of all
courses and modules including the three (3) required Co-op semesters.
A flow chart showing how ESE promotional decisions are made is shown in Appendix A.
4.2 Clearance of Academic Deficiency
Incomplete Work
A student will only be granted an incomplete in a given subject area if the following
conditions are met:
a) The student has accumulated a grade of at least 50%
b) The student is not in a position to be discontinued (as specified in the official
promotion policy for degree programs)
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c) The student has passed the theory portion of the course
d) The student has attended at least 80% of the classes
e) 80% of the assigned work is completed
Supplemental
A student will only be granted a supplemental in a given subject area if the following
conditions are met:
a) The student has accumulated a grade of at least 50%
b) The student is not in a position to be discontinued (as specified in the official
promotion policy for degree programs)
c) The student does not qualify for an incomplete
Failures
A course that has been failed will be considered un-cleared until the student receives a
passing grade for it. A previously failed course or module must be cleared through one
of the following methods (as defined by the professor):
a) Repeat the course or module
b) Take a supplemental examination
c) Enter into and complete a learning contract
If a student successfully passes a previously failed course through either a
supplemental examination or a learning contract, the previously awarded grade for the
course will be changed to 60%. If a student repeats a course or module, the grade
earned on the repeated course will be recorded and used to calculate cumulative
average and Grade Point.
4.3 Probation
A student with a program GPA between 2.0 and 2.5 and two (2) or fewer failures will be
placed on academic probation. Failures must be cleared and the student’s GPA must be
raised in order to return to normal academic status. Students on academic probation are
eligible to apply for co-op placements as long as they meet the academic requirements
specified in section 5.7 - Co-operative Education Eligibility.
4.4 Discontinuance
A student with a program GPA of less than 1.0 OR who has failed the same course
three (3) times will be discontinued from the program. Normally there will be no
academic decision made at the end of level one. However a student may be
discontinued at the end of level one based on a unanimous recommendation of the
program’s Academic Promotion Committee.
4.5 Re-admission
Students that have been discontinued form the program may apply to be readmitted
subject to the following requirements:
1. Readmission will not be granted sooner than one year after the discontinuance
decision.
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2. Student must complete one of the following academic upgrading activities during
the one year absence from the program:
a. Successful completion of two full-time semesters (minimum of five courses
per semester) in one of Conestoga College’s electronic engineering
technology diploma programs (Computer Engineering Technology or
Electronics Engineering Technology) with no final grade less than 65% in
individual courses. It is the applicant’s responsibility to identify appropriate
engineering technology programs if not attending one of the above
mentioned Conestoga College programs.
b. Re-take all failed courses within the level preceding the discontinuance
decision
c. If the discontinuance was solely the result of failing the same course three
(3) times then all failed courses must be cleared within a year
3. All readmitted students will be on academic probation for one year after their
readmission. Performance will be assessed under the probation requirements.
4. Students are permitted only one readmission into the program.
4.6 Graduation
Students are eligible to graduate upon completion of all academic requirements in their
program of study, including three co-op placements. Students are expected to respond
to their invitation to convocation through their Student Portal. Convocation ceremonies
are held in the spring and fall of each academic year. Students, who take longer than
the advertised program length, are responsible for completing any new or additional
courses due to a program design change. Students who complete their program after
the scheduled completion date are required to fill out an Application to Graduate form
and submit it with payment to the registrar’s office. Students who are discontinued or
have withdrawn and then return to the college will be placed in the current program
design and must meet all requirements to graduate.
4.7 Withdrawal
Students considering withdrawing from a program should meet with their program
coordinator/academic advisor prior to withdrawing. In order to formally withdraw from a
program, the student must complete the Program Withdrawal form and submit it to the
Registrar’s Office. Deadlines for withdrawing from a program with/without an academic
penalty or with/without a refund are posted on the website under Academic Dates.
5) PROGRAM INFORMATION
5.1 Academic Assistance
Academic assistance is available to students through a variety of avenues. The
program coordinator/academic advisor and faculty can advise students on specific
program and course information such as adding/dropping courses, special timetabling,
etc. Access the Conestoga website for assistance provided through Accessibility
Services. Access the Learning Commons website for detailed information on the
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academic services they provide, including Learning Skills, Peer Services, Math and
Writing assistance.
5.2 Academic Dates
Program start and end dates, holidays and deadlines for course add/drop, withdrawal
and refunds are located in your Student Guide. Course changes (add/dropping may
also be made through the Student Portal under the “My Courses” tab.
5.3 Attendance
Students are expected to attend all assigned classes. Any student who will miss a class
must inform the professor by telephone or by e-mail before the class takes place.
Any student who, for legitimate reasons, will miss a scheduled evaluation must inform
the professor by telephone or by e-mail before the evaluation takes place.
Absent students are responsible for content covered during missed classes. It is the
student's responsibility to ensure that information they receive is correct.
5.4 Awards
Conestoga has more than 400 awards, bursaries, scholarships and academic grants
available to Conestoga students. These funds are made available to our students
through the partnerships we have established with local business and industry leaders.
To be considered for an award, complete the General Application available through your
Student Portal. Notifications and instructions to complete the application are sent to all
full-time students’ email accounts in the fall semester (Deadline: First Friday in October)
and winter semester (Deadline: First Friday in February). Visit the Financial Aid and
Student Awards Office on Conestoga’s website.
5.5 Communication and Emailing Requirements
Conestoga College student email accounts are used to communicate with students.
Students are expected to regularly check their student email accounts. Faculty will not
respond to emails from non- Conestoga email addresses.
5.6 Course Changes (Adding/Dropping)
Students can find their program design on the Student Portal by following the steps
below:
1. Log in to Student Portal.
2. Click on ‘My Courses’ tab.
3. Scroll over the icons to the right of individual course listings.
It is strongly recommended that students consult their program coordinator/academic
advisor prior to dropping a course on the Student Portal.
• If a course withdrawal is processed prior to the deadline date, a dropped course
will be recorded as a “W” (withdrawal) on the transcript.
• If a course withdrawal is processed after the deadline, an “F” (fail) will be
recorded on the transcript.
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Continuing Education and OntarioLearn courses are not included in student full-time
fees. Students wishing to take these part-time courses are required to pay the full fee
for the individual course(s). Students may add these or other courses under the ‘Browse
Continuing Education’ tab in their Student Portal.
5.7 Co-operative Education Eligibility
The academic requirements to be eligible for a co-op work term in ESE are:
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Minimum 2.5 sessional GPA (65% weighted sessional average) two academic
semesters prior to any co-op work term
Maximum of two failures or dropped courses during the academic semester that
occurs two academic semesters prior to the co-op work term
Students on academic probation are eligible for a co-op work term as long as they meet
the above criteria.
If a student changes cohorts (i.e., graduation is delayed by one year or more) then their
sequence of work terms will be adjusted accordingly. They will not be allowed to repeat
a passed work term. The student is advised to consult with the co-op advisor as soon
as possible. See the college website for information on co-op.
5.8 Credit Transfers (Exemptions)
Conestoga recognizes that students may have a variety of previous experiences and
formal education that may allow students to enter a program at an advanced level or
provide for a specific course transfer credit. A student who has already earned
academic credit from a recognized post-secondary institution for a specific course(s) at
Conestoga may request a transfer of credit. Questions regarding Credit Transfer may
be sent to CreditTransfer@conestogac.on.ca or answered by the Credit Transfer Policy
and Procedure posted on the college website.
Advanced Standing
The admission of a student into a program in a semester beyond semester one of that
program based on previous post-secondary learning and/or life and work experience.
Exemption
Exemption is the waiving of a course for students who have proven that they have
comparable or equivalent learning. Course learning outcomes will be the criteria for
determining exemptions. The notation of “G” is used for the grade.
Comparable learning denotes that the learning outcomes of the course in question are
equivalent to the course under review. Equivalent learning denotes that the learning
outcomes in one course are comparable to the learning outcomes in another course.
Exemptions are not granted to Information Technology (IT) related courses completed
more than two years previously. For all other courses the time limit is seven years,
unless otherwise noted in the Program Data Pack under Admission Requirements.
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The maximum credit allowed through Transfer of Credits is 50% of the program credits.
Therefore, at least 50% of the program credits must be taken under the direct
supervision of Conestoga College faculty.
Transfer of Credits
The granting of course credits (exemptions) to students who have previously achieved
the learning outcomes through learning obtained at another post-secondary institution
or another post-secondary program within Conestoga College.
Note: When a student moves from one Conestoga College program to another and
where course numbers are identical, automatic credit is given if program passing grades
are met. The course grade from the original course will stand.
5.9 Equipment, Supplies and Texts
Sign-outs
There will be times when students sign out equipment, parts or resources. Each student
is responsible for anything signed out and is expected to return the item in a timely
manner in its original condition. Deposits may be required.
Books
Each year students are required to purchase a number of text books. The faculty team
has made every effort to select texts that will help students learn the concepts required
to succeed in the program. A full book list for this academic year will be provided during
the first week of courses.
Assigned reading lists are provided for many classes. Most of these readings will be
from the specified text books. Each student is responsible for completing this reading
before class.
Parts and Project Kits
In year one each student is required to purchase a parts kit and a leads kit. This kit is
used throughout the four years of the program. It is each student’s responsibility to
maintain their own parts kit. Students are given five days from the date of purchase to
ensure that all specified parts are included.
Each semester each student is also required to purchase a number of project kits.
These will contain the specific parts required for a given project. Any projects built with a
student-purchased project kit remain the property of the student.
Parts and project kits are paid for at the bookstore and picked up in the ESE Support
Staff Office. Any questions about the kits should be addressed to the staff in the ESE
Office.
A list of parts and project kits required for this academic year will be provided during the
first week of classes.
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5.10 Evaluations (deadlines, tests and examinations)
Missed evaluations
Any student who, for legitimate reasons, will miss a scheduled evaluation must inform
the professor by telephone or by e-mail before the evaluation takes place.
Documentation such as a Doctor's note or police report may be requested by the
professor. At the discretion of the faculty team a student may:
• Be granted the opportunity to write the test
• Have their mark based on an alternate evaluation(s)
Projects
Each project has a clearly defined set of dates for its deliverables. If, for a legitimate
reason, any student who does not believe that a project cannot be completed on time,
must formally request an extension to the due date from the project leader at least one
(1) week prior to the scheduled end of project. Approval of the request for extension will
be considered by the faculty team, but is not automatic.
Academic Dishonesty
Work submitted by a student must be the product of his/her effort. Claiming the work of
others as one’s own constitutes plagiarism. Plagiarism, cheating and other forms of
academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Please refer to the section on Academic
Dishonesty in the college's Student Procedures Guide for more information.
Assignments and Labs
Work is normally due one week from the date assigned. Any exceptions will be clearly
stated. Students are responsible for keeping a copy of all submitted and marked
assignments. A penalty of 20% is automatically deducted for late assignments.
Marking
All project work is evaluated using a set of predefined rubrics. Depending on the specific
outcomes for the week, student performance will be evaluated and recorded. Each
student will receive a copy of this marked rubric identifying specific areas of strength
and/or weakness. These rubrics should be kept as of a record of performance.
5.11 Interdisciplinary Electives
In the ESE program, you are required to complete two 2) Interdisciplinary
Electives. These courses are chosen by the student in the academic term indicated by
the program design. These elective course requirements are listed at the bottom of
each student’s progress report, which is found on the Student Portal. The progress
report indicates the level/semester and the minimum hours that are required for the
program. Students are responsible for adding the Interdisciplinary Elective course into
their schedule, during the designated semester. Eligible courses are approved and
posted each semester on the college website. Visit Current Students | Conestoga
College and click on ‘Announcements’. For additional information regarding
Interdisciplinary Elective courses, please contact the School of Liberal Studies.
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5.12 Maintaining Student Files
As part of the College’s quality initiative, the ESE program is required to maintain
academic evidence showing the achievement and progression of students through the
program. Within the first few weeks of the program all students are required to sign an
Authorization to Retain and Use Student Material form. See Appendix A for a copy of
the form.
Students will also be asked to sign a Consent Form for Use of Personal Information.
Signing the form grant the College permission to use the student’s name, program,
photo and project information for the purpose of promoting the college, and/or the ESE
programs and courses.
5.13 Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
Conestoga recognizes prior learning of skills, knowledge or competencies that have
been acquired through employment, education (informal/formal), non-formal learning or
other life experiences. Prior learning must be measured against the required course
outcomes and grading standards to meet the standards required of the course(s) in the
program. The course outline is the first place to look to determine if the course is PLAR
eligible. It must be noted that a PLAR cannot be used by registered Conestoga
students to clear academic deficiencies, to improve grades or to obtain admission into a
program. Questions regarding PLAR may be sent to CreditTransfer@conestogac.on.ca
or you can speak to your faculty in the course you want to PLAR.
5.14 Program Advisory Committee
Each program at Conestoga has a Program Advisory Committee (PAC), which is made
up of industry and academic representatives, as well as current students. They meet
three times a year to discuss the direction in which that industry is heading and any
improvements that can be made to keep the program current. This helps to ensure that
students are learning material that is relevant to their industry.
At the beginning of each year, the coordinator of the program will ask for student
volunteers. The coordinator will decide which students will represent the program. The
student representatives are expected to attend the meetings. Students must prepare
and submit a report based on guidelines provided by the Program Chair/Coordinator
which will be presented at the meeting. Students are expected to be professional, dress
in business attire and engage in discussions.
5.15 Program Transfer
Prior to transferring to another program, it is recommended that the student meet with
the program coordinator or academic advisor. Students who decide to change
programs may do so by completing and submitting a program application form to the
registrar’s office. If considering transferring to a program outside the school in which
they are currently enrolled in, students may want to discuss options with a career
advisor. When a student moves from one Conestoga program to another and where
courses numbers/codes are identical or equivalent, automatic credit is given if passing
grades are met. Additional information for career or academic advising is available from
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faculty, program coordinators or career advisors in the Welcome Centre or on the
Conestoga website.
5.16 Resources
ESE Support Staff
The Technologist in the ESE Support Staff Office is there to support the electronics
degree program. He is a valuable resource for both faculty and students. To keep things
moving smoothly, identify what is needed before going, fill out the required sign-out
forms properly, and return all items promptly. Remember ‘Poor planning on your part
does not constitute an emergency for anyone else!’
5.17 Student Feedback
Student feedback is an essential component of our continuous improvement process.
Our opportunities for student feedback include:
Key Performance Indicators
All college programs in the province are evaluated using Key Performance Indicators
(KPIs) through the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. This survey is
conducted each academic year. Strategic goals to improve the programs are developed
from these results. This data and other data specific to the campus and the
program/school are collected so that Conestoga College can continually improve
quality.
Student Appraisal of Teaching
The Student Appraisal of Teaching (SAT) allows direct feedback from students on
teaching for a particular course. Completion of the SAT form gives teachers and
academic managers valuable information, to use for improving teaching at Conestoga.
The SAT process occurs at semester-end. One-quarter of the faculty is appraised per
term, and each has two courses selected by their academic managers for appraisal. All
teachers have a SAT review at least once every two years. Students complete either an
electronic or paper copy of the SAT. A summary of results is prepared by Institutional
Research. The report is sent to the Academic Manager who shares the report with the
faculty member AFTER all marks for the semester have been collected.
Continuing Education students may have an opportunity to complete a SAT form at the
conclusion of each Continuing Education course.
5.18 Student Representation
CSI and Conestoga agree that a student has the right to invite a member of CSI to a
student/faculty meeting, provided that 24 hours advance notice is given to faculty. This
advance notice will ensure that all parties will have an opportunity to adequately prepare
for the meeting.
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6) FACILITY INFORMATION
Refer to the Student Guide for information on after-hours access, parking, and
classroom & computer labs.
6.1 After Hours Access for College Classrooms and Computer Labs
Conestoga hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Conestoga recognizes that in
some programs of study, students may require after-hours access to classrooms and
labs. After-hours access is maintained in accordance with the academic needs of
individual programs. The after-hours access is a privilege, not a right.
If after-hours access is required, faculty must contact security in advance, with the
student(s) name, ID number, and program information, along with signed paperwork
approving access. The student must follow these guidelines:
• Be in the designated room with another approved person
• Inform security immediately of any out-of-the normal situations
• Have student identification card available
• Notify security upon departure
• Not move furniture
ESE Teaching Lab
General Rules
All of the learning takes place in a teaching lab. This lab is well equipped and must be
adequately maintained. The following general rules have been established to ensure it
is kept that way
• Equipment is not to be removed from the lab
• Students must conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times
• For safety reasons, two students must be present in the lab outside regular
college hours (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
• Proper safety equipment, including eyewear, must be worn when working at your
lab bench or in the manufacturing facilities
• There shall be no eating or drinking at any of the lab benches
• Eating during scheduled class time is only allowed with the instructor’s
permission
• There shall be no microwaves or cooking in the lab at any time
• When possible, all food, food wrappers and food containers should be discarded
in a garbage bin outside the room
• There shall be no games loaded onto or played on the lab computers
• The video display unit and front computer are for faculty use only
• All screen savers must be professional
• Use of digital devices (ex. phones, tablets, computers, etc.) during class is
restricted to program related activities
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Equipment
No equipment is to be removed from the lab for any reason. Each lab is assigned the
required equipment. Mention any concerns or problems to your professor.
Equipment that does not function properly should be brought to the attention of your
professor. He or she will fill out the appropriate repair tag and assign an alternate piece
of equipment for you to use. If the professor is unavailable, fill out the repair tag yourself
describing the problem in as much detail as you can. If the equipment does not get
tagged, it will not get fixed!
Under no circumstance is a student allowed to remove the cover from any computer or
piece of lab equipment.
All lab equipment is specially marked and is traceable by the police.
After Hours Access for ESE Teaching Labs
There are times when students may require access to the lab outside of scheduled time.
Access is available currently enrolled ESE student during these off hours. Students
must sign in at security and present their student card.
The lab must have two or more students present at all times. If one of the students is
female, there must be three students present in the lab at all times.
It is the students’ responsibility to close and lock the lab door when leaving.
Lab Deposits
A lab deposit may be required when signing out program specialized program parts or
equipment. This deposit is refunded when a student leaves the college assuming that all
borrowed parts and equipment are returned. Anything that is not returned will be
charged against the lab deposit. Any costs over and above the deposit will be charged
to the student.
7) SAFETY INFORMATION
7.1 Safety and Security Information
Security Services provides 24-hour security at the Doon and Cambridge campuses as
well as day, evening and 24-hour weekend security at the Guelph and Waterloo
campuses. Assistance is also available to students and staff at the Stratford and
Cambridge Campuses by calling the Doon Campus at 519-748-5220 ext. 3444.
Additional services students may find of benefit offered through Security Services:
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First Aid: for any major or minor physical or medical needs
Lost and Found
Parking: sales, assistance, and enforcement
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Information/Education: for home security audits, self-defence, anti-theft
precautions, and basic personal safety
Safety concerns of a personal nature or college related
Locker issues
Walk Safe: for safety escorts for students to any area on campus or residence
including homes in the near vicinity
Emergency Phones: located in strategic areas around Conestoga that provide
a direct link to Security Services
Security: at events on campus including any CSI pub night
7.2 Basic Safety
Refer to your Student Guide for Conestoga’s Safety and Security services and
procedures.
Note: Students may be required to sign a Conestoga College ITAL (CCITAL)
Acknowledgment of Safety Training and Responsibilities Form depending on program
requirements.
Theft, tampering, loss and/or destruction of college equipment/property is a serious
offence. Theft of personal or college equipment/property should be reported to security
services immediately. Students found stealing or tampering with college property will be
dealt with under the student code of conduct and may also face criminal charges.
Please review the list of all emergency guides, and the full list of all policies and
procedures relating to Security.
7.3 Emergency Telephone Messages
In an emergency situation, it may be necessary for family members to contact a student.
Family members need to know the student number, program name, school and campus
the student is registered in to aid Security in locating the student. This information will
be required when the family member calls. Please have family members contact
Security directly at 519-748-5220 ext. 3357 only if it is an emergency.
7.4 Machine Operation and Safety
All ESE students are trained to safely use all machinery available in the ESE labs. Each
student must demonstrate safe operation before being allowed access. Each student
will also be trained and tested on WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information
System) each academic year..
Refer to your Student Guide for Conestoga’s Safety and Security services and
procedures.
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7.5 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
All ESE students are required to follow the PPE requirements specified for each of the
ESE labs. Instruction is given during the Foundation module and students are routinely
monitored by both faculty and staff to ensure compliance.
Refer to your Student Guide for Conestoga’s Safety and Security services and
procedures.
7.6 Student Protection Acknowledgement
A Student Protection Acknowledgement confirmation pop-up will appear after the
applicant logs in into the Student Portal. A PDF will direct applicants to the location of
related policies, procedures and program information. Applicants will confirm that they
have been duly informed by Conestoga and attest to that fact by clicking the
acknowledgement box provided in the popup. Date and time of the applicant’s
acknowledgement will be captured in the Student Portal database. Conestoga will be
able to run reports as necessary.
Once the acknowledgement box has been clicked, the applicant may proceed to enter
the Student Portal and go about their business. An email will be automatically generated
and sent to the applicant acknowledging their acknowledgement. The Student
Protection Information PDF will be resent within the email for their reference.
The Student Protection Acknowledgement confirmation pop-up will appear to all
applicants and students (not just the degree applicants) once per academic year.
8) STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION
Student Services information can be found in the Student Guide and or on Conestoga's
website. The following is a short list of the types of services offered:
• Aboriginal Services
• Degree Completion Opportunities - Pathways
• Learning Commons
• Accessibility Services
• Bookstore
• Conestoga Student Inc.
• Co-op and Career Services
• Counselling Services
• First Generation
• Graduation (convocation)
• Health Services
• Library
• Student Financial Services
• Student Life
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9) COLLEGE-WIDE ACADEMIC POLICIES/PROCEDURES
A Student Protection Acknowledge confirmation pop-up will appear once an
applicant/student logs into the Student Portal. A PDF directs students to policies and
procedures relevant to their academic responsibilities. Policies and procedures are
searchable on Conestoga’s website. Students are advised to review and comply with
all policies and procedures including the following:
• Academic Credential Procedure
• Academic Dispute and Resolution Policy
• Academic Dispute Resolution and Appeal Procedure
• Academic Integrity Policy
• Academic Recognition Policy
• Clearance of Academic Deficiency Policy and Procedure
• Co-operative Education Policy
• Discontinuance Policy and Procedure
• Eligibility to Participate in Co-op Work Terms Policy and Procedure
• Evaluation of Student Learning Policy and Procedure
• Grading Procedure
• Graduation Requirements and Convocation Procedure
• Honours Policy and Honours Procedure
• Program/Course (Cohort) Withdrawal Procedure
• Student Concerns and Issues Policy and Procedure
• Student Feedback Policy
• Student Fees Policy
• Violation of Academic Integrity Procedure
10) PROGRAM HANDBOOK REVISION LOG
Date:
Type of Revision:
REVISION HISTORY
Rev #
1
Date
Section
20-Jan-2016 4.3
5.7
Item
added reference to co-op eligibility
updated co-op eligibility as per ETT procedure
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APPENDIX A – ESE PROMOTIONAL DECISIONS
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