Welcome to North Coast Institute Kingscliff Campus Course number: Course Name: Certificate 4 IT General

Introductions My Name is Steve Wigmore Contact Details Phone: (02)

Course Information Course Outline and Structure Credentials upon completion of course Timetable Study options Available Resources including electronic resources of campus server Student Assessment Guides (Sags) T:\~INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - STUDENT INFORMATION~\2007 Course Documents - SAGs\Semester 2

Relevant Dates Semester 1 Course Start Date: 6 February 2012 Course Finish Date: 24 June 2012 Vacation Period: 06 April to 22 April 2012 ( Start back 23 rd ) Semester 2 Course Start Date: 16 July 2012 Course Finish Date: 2 December 2012 Vacation Period: 24 September to 7 October 2012 (Start back 8 th )

Student Information Booklet This booklet provides you with : Information you need to know while studying at TAFE NSW-North Coast Institute in Presents essential information about studying at TAFE NSW, Explains policies, procedures and commonly used educational terms. Information on support services available to students - services ranging from career and personal counselling, to library and canteen facilities, as well as literacy and numeracy support. You can access this booklet at:

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) TAFE NSW - North Coast Institute recognises the skills and knowledge that you may have gained through previous studies, work and life experiences. When you commence your TAFE NSW course, the skills that you have learnt can be taken into consideration. We call this Recognition. Recognition for a unit of competency means you get advanced standing and will not have to study this unit of competency in your present course of enrolment.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) For specific advice on the evidence you need for a unit of competency, you should contact the relevant head teacher. If you are concerned about the effect recognition might have on employer requirements, your AUSTUDY or other benefits, you should speak with a counsellor. Information can also be located at:

Student Information Fast tracking through units/modules and challenge tests Introduction to teaching team and availability of head teacher Learning materials available by paying the course related charges or MSDNAA fees

Section Requirements Attendance Protocol when absent Students rights and responsibilities (pg 7 student information kit) Process for complaints Access to teachers including Head teacher Assessment procedures - including Policy for late and missed events Occupational Health and Safety Teacher Data – and location of IT documents

Campus Facilities Library Student administration Counsellor Disabilities support Student services and cafeteria/lounge IT Teachers Staffroom Literacy, numeracy and Study support – Learner Support Centre

Emergency Evacuation Procedure In the event of an emergency/evacuation: remain calm; cease work immediately; follow directions if asked to leave the building. If so, do so immediately in an orderly manner and take valuables; go to the designated assembly area; do not leave campus - stay with roll group and wait to have your name called; do not re-enter the building until directed campus staff. Emergency Evacuation Areas are marked campus maps throughout the campus.

Harassment & Discrimination It is against the law to harass or discriminate against another person on the basis of age, gender, sexual preference, race, disability, homosexuality, marital status or pregnancy. Harassment includes inappropriate conduct that is unwelcome, demeaning, unreciprocated, intimidating and/or offensive against an individual or a group of people. Viewing of bullying and harassment video T:\Bullying_and_Harrassment_Video.flv

Student Unique Log On When you log on to a computer at TAFE you will be required to log on with your Student DET User ID This will give you access to: Your own secure personal drive accessible from any workstation at your Campus. Access your personal details, enrolments and results on line at Student E Services E Services Access relevant web links and other system from the DET Portal ( Access your Education account at the DET PortalDET Portal

Student Induction Checklist Confirm that the above topics have been received and discussed during class or by appointment by completing and signing the Student induction Checklist provided by your teacher Please tick the box at the bottom of the checklist to give us permission to keep samples of your work for assessment validation purposes