WELCOME TO THE FACULTY OF FAST & THE CP and CST-SA PROGRAMS!

Today you will be… 1.Preparing For Your First Semester Program Structure Program Classes Program Requirements Program Assistance 2.Getting Your Questions Answered Or The Help You Need Before Classes Start

Program Structure length of the program: – 1 year (Ontario College Certificate) – 2 year (Ontario College Diploma) – 3 year (Ontario College Advanced Diploma) program structure: – 1 year programs are 2 semesters – 2 year programs are 4 semesters – 3 year programs are 6 semesters semester structure: – each semester is 14 weeks – break week at the midpoint

Program Structure you will share common semesters 1-4 insight into options emphasis on applied computing knowledge first semester courses include: Semester One Web Development #1 Introduction to Business Software Systems Mathematics for Computing Object Oriented Programming I JAVA Technology: Apocalypse or Eden Problem Solving & Programming Logic

Overview – Computer Programmer – 2 yr Fast-Tracked in 18 months FallWinterSpringFall Term 1Term 2Term 3Term 4 FallSeptember – December WinterJanuary – April SummerMay - August

Overview Systems Analyst - three year Coop. Mix of Academic & Coop Work terms FallWinterSummer YR 1 Sem Sem No Classes YR 2 Sem Coop Sem YR 3 Coop Sem Coop YR 4 Sem Convocation (June 2017)

Program Structure: Co-op Students this program offers you the opportunity to take what you have learned in class and apply it to the ‘real world’ giving you experience in the industry Important to Note: – coop is not guaranteed – you require a minimum ‘C’ average – you must pass all courses

Program Classes classes are limited to between 30 and 40 students for most classes you will take approximately 6-7 classes per week/semester in general, classes are 3 hours each except for programming classes which are 6 credits and meet either 2 times a week for 3 hours OR 3 times a week for 2 hours types of classes: 1.traditional classes face-to-face instruction 2.hybrid classes blend of face-to-face instruction/online learning 3.online classes

you were automatically registered for classes classes are scheduled between 8AM & 10PM you may choose to make changes to your assigned timetable until September 9 th it is your responsibility to verify your timetable – read your schedule carefully – make any necessary changes online – For help, contact Program Classes

Grades, their numeric equivalencies and grade points are: GradeNumeric EquivalentGrade Point Equivalent A+ 90 – A B B C C D F Below 500.0

Example of GPA Calculation Grade Points Value Course Credit Value Weighted Grade Credit A 4.0 x 3.0 = 12.0 B+ 3.5 x 3.0 = 10.5 B 3.0 x 3.0 = 9.0 C+ 2.5 x 3.0 = 7.5 C 2.0 x 3.0 = 6.0 D 1.0 x 3.0 = 3.0 Total GPA = Total Weighted Credit Value ÷ Total Credit Value Based on example above: 48.0 ÷ 18.0 = 2.6 GPA

Expectations & Responsibilities Faculty expect you will: – Get to know your Teachers – Attend Class! – Complete Coursework with Academic Integrity – Complete Assigned Projects & Readings – Study – Participate in Class – Get Help (when needed & before it’s too late)

Program Classes: Transfer Students if you have taken courses at another college or university – they may be transferable to Sheridan to apply for advanced standing: – obtain course outlines for each course taken – obtain an official transcript of your grades – visit myotr.sheridancollege.ca for information or visit the Student Services Centre for assistance Important to Note: – if you wish to add a class to replace the class you have received advanced standing for you must complete the process by September 9 th

Program Requirements 1.Technology Requirements students are required to bring laptop to class expect to use your laptop in and out of class Laptops should be purchased and brought to the first day of class 2. Grade Requirements maintaining good academic standing is critical to your success – You must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to graduate even if you have completed all the program courses

Program Assistance Academic Advisor and Coordinator Your Academic Advisor or Coordinator is available if: you have questions about what courses you are required to take you have core classes from another school you want to transfer you want to know the impact dropping a class has on your academic plan you have questions about what careers your program may lead to you are not doing well in multiple classes

Program Assistance FAST Academic Advisor: Samar Haddad Coordinator for CP: Ann Cadger Coordinator for CST-SA: Jerry Kotuba FAST Offices: E200 at Trafalgar B204 at Davis

General Assistance You all have a Student Advisor Your Student Advisor is available if: you have questions about college information, services or policies you want to discuss ways to improve your grades you are considering dropping/adding a class and want to discuss the implications (incl. financial) you are feeling stressed or concerned and want to discuss your options and next steps you need to take time off from your studies You want to switch to a completely different program  Visit the Student Services Centre or

Learning Strategies can increase your academic performance! “Learn how to learn” effectively: Time management Organization ReadingWriting Studying Test taking Editing and proofreading And more…

Learning Strategist Drop-In Sessions Work one-on-one with Sheridan College’s Learning Strategist (inquire at the Student Services Centre) Drop into a session to find new strategies or “polish” old strategies to become successful in your studies!

Tips for Success Develop a daily /weekly routine Organize and review your notes Prepare for your classes in advance Participate in class Get to know your classmates Build a rapport with your teacher Get engaged in campus activities

What You Need to Do Before Starting Classes! 1) Review your timetable 2) Apply for Advanced Standing (if necessary) 3) Register with Accessible Learning Services (if necessary) 4) Check your Sheridan account 5) Follow up/ apply for OSAP 6) Set up your laptop

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