Fire Alarm Technology # Program Handbook

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1 Fire Alarm Technology # Program Handbook School of Engineering & Information Technology Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning Note: This is a companion document to the current Conestoga Student Guide. 1

2 Contents 1. WELCOME PROGRAM HANDBOOK GUIDELINES PROGRAM STAFF CONTACT INFORMATION Program Faculty PROGRAM OVERVIEW Program Description Program Design Program Learning Outcomes PROGRAM INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS Program Enrolment Academic Assistance Academic Dates Academic Probation Academic Standing and Promotion Attendance Awards Clearance of Academic Deficiency Communication and ing Requirements Course Add/Drop Credit Transfer/Exemptions Program-Specific Pathways Discontinuance Equipment Supplies and Texts Evaluations (deadlines, tests, and examinations) Graduation Program Advisory Committee (PAC) Program Progression Re-admission Requirements Student Feedback STUDENT SERVICES FACILITY INFORMATION SAFETY PROTOCOLS CONESTOGA POLICIES AND PROCEDURES PROGRAM REVISION LOG

3 1. WELCOME Welcome to Conestoga! This program handbook has been designed to provide you with information specific to Fire Alarm Technology #1356. It is a companion document to the Student Guide. We are proud of the programming we offer and the pathways that are available here at Conestoga. Continuing Education (including part-time evening, weekend and distance studies) at Conestoga attracts more than 30,000 enrolments each year from individuals across the communities we serve. In the past fifteen years, close to 40 per cent of adults in the region have taken at least one course at the college. Our faculty members are chosen not only for their subject matter expertise, but also for their passion for adult learning through the sharing of their knowledge and experience. Whether it be in a face-to-face, mixed, hybrid or online environment, our faculty have the teaching expertise to help you succeed in your educational goals. I wish you the best in your studies and encourage you to contact us if you have any questions about the program. Sincerely, Sandra Schelling, Dean, Educational Technology, Continuing Education and Corporate Training. 3

4 2. 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 . Program handbooks are updated yearly and students must check their program handbook for the current edition. 3. PROGRAM STAFF CONTACT INFORMATION Dean, Continuing Education, Educational Technology & Corporate Training Sandra Schelling Doon Campus, Welcome Centre (519) ext Program Associate Chair Michael Diamond, C.E.T. Doon Campus, ATS Building, Room 100 (519) ext Program Administrator Tannis Gayler Doon Campus, Welcome Centre (519) ext Program Faculty Contact information for this faculty will be provided on the first day of related courses. 4. PROGRAM OVERVIEW 4.1 Program Description This program is aimed at individuals who are interested in training to become a Fire Alarm Technician registered with the Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA). This program is comprised of five theory based courses that will help them gain the knowledge needed to inspect, service and maintain fire alarm and other life safety equipment as required under the Underwriters Laboratories of Canada Standards and the Ontario Fire Code. This program in conjunction with one year's work experience with a certified technician can lead to certification by the Canadian Fire Alarm Association as a Fire Alarm Technician. 4

5 4.2 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 Fire Alarm Technology #1356. To find these courses, scroll down the page to the Program Courses Program Learning Outcomes 1. Perform all work in accordance with current, relevant standards, codes and regulations as they pertain to Fire Alarm Systems. 2. Use tools and equipment to place in service and commission fire safety equipment and systems. 3. Use testing equipment for Fire Alarm Systems in accordance with industry procedures, practice and standards. 4. Solve technical problems pertaining to Fire Alarm Systems through the application of troubleshooting techniques. 5. Perform testing, repairing, replacing and troubleshooting of electrical and electronic circuits, equipment, and systems according to established procedures. 6. Interpret and prepare technical drawings and other documents using industryspecific tools, practices and procedures. 7. Use appropriate language, terminology and professional demeanor in all interactions with supervisors, co-workers and customers. 8. Make use of Fire Safety Plans for alternative procedures during fire alarm repairs and testing. 5. PROGRAM INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS 5.1 Program Enrolment Did you know that in order to graduate from this program, you must first submit a program application for acceptance? 5

6 Why should you complete a program application and be accepted in to this program? You will receive course and program communication updates. Credit for courses which are part of your program will be honoured despite program requirement changes. For more information please see the Program Application Form. 5.2 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, etc. Access the Conestoga website for assistance provided through Accessibility Services. 5.3 Academic Dates Program start and end dates, holidays and deadlines for course add/drop and withdrawal are located in the Student Guide. Course changes (add/dropping) may also be made through the Student Portal under the My Courses tab. Note: Not all programs follow listed dates. Contact your program coordinator or administrator for more information. 5.4 Academic Probation For more information visit the College Policies, Procedures and Guidelines webpage then click on the Academic Administration side tab and search for the document entitled Academic Standing and Promotion Requirements Procedure. 5.5 Academic Standing and Promotion Students are required to successfully pass all courses by meeting the specified minimum requirements, as stated in each course outline, in order to continue with the program. 5.6 Attendance The attendance policy varies from course to course. For more information please refer to your course outline. 5.7 Awards Visit the Financial Aid and Student Awards Office on Conestoga s website for more information. 6

7 5.8 Clearance of Academic Deficiency During a student s academic career, there may be occasions when the student s performance results in a failing grade for a course. Conestoga grants students the opportunity to raise this grade to the minimum passing grade under specific circumstances. For more information visit the College Policies, Procedures and Guidelines webpage then click on the Academic Administration side tab and search for the document entitled Clearance of Academic Deficiency. 5.9 Communication and ing Requirements Conestoga College student accounts are used to communicate with students. Students are expected to regularly check their student accounts. Faculty will not respond to s from non-conestoga addresses Course Add/Drop For more information regarding course add/drop, please refer to the Continuing Education Part-time Studies section of the Student Guide located in the Student Portal. It is strongly recommended that students consult their program coordinator/program administrator prior to dropping a course or for more information Credit Transfer/Exemptions Please see the Student Guide for more details regarding credit transfer/exemptions Program-Specific Pathways There are a number of different opportunities available to students who want to continue studying at Conestoga. For more information regarding program-specific pathways visit the Conestoga Pathways webpage Discontinuance Students may be discontinued from a program if they do not meet specific academic standards. For more information visit the College Policies, Procedures and Guidelines webpage then click on the Academic Administration side tab and search for the document entitled Discontinuance Policy Equipment Supplies and Texts For the most current listing of the required textbook for each course please visit the college bookstore. 7

8 On occasion you may be required to attend a practical lab. Standard safety rules must be adhered to when visiting any lab. Your instructor will inform you of the safety rules well in advance so that you can be prepared Evaluations (deadlines, tests, and examinations) Copying and plagiarism of assignments will be dealt with in accordance with College Policy regarding Academic Integrity. Attendance for exams and tests is mandatory. If you miss an exam or test then a grade of 0% will be assigned and a re-write will not be permitted. The only time a re-write will be arranged is when you can provide a medical certificate stating due to illness or other authorized reasons you were unable to write the exam or test on the scheduled day. Faculty may choose to handle the makeup tests/exams directly or use the test centre service. For more information visit the Testing & Assessment Services webpage Graduation Students are eligible to graduate upon completion of all academic requirements in their program of study, including co-op placements if applicable. 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 have successfully completed their program design 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 Program Advisory Committee (PAC) This program has a Program Advisory Committee (PAC) which is made up of industry and academic representatives as well as current students. They meet twice per 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. 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 Program Progression 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 resulting from changes in the program of 8

9 study. Unless otherwise stated, students registered in non-cohort delivered programs must complete the program of study within two (2) years of being admitted to the program Re-admission Requirements Please see the Student Guide for more information regarding re-admission requirements Student Feedback Student feedback is an essential component of our continuous improvement process. Our opportunities for student feedback will include: 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 survey gives teachers and academic managers valuable information, to use for improving teaching at Conestoga. 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. 6. STUDENT SERVICES Refer to the Student Guide for information on Accessibility. 7. FACILITY INFORMATION Refer to the Student Guide for information on after-hours parking, classroom and computer labs. 8. SAFETY PROTOCOLS Refer to the Student Guide for Conestoga s Safety and Security Services and procedures. 9. CONESTOGA POLICIES AND 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 Dispute and Resolution Policy/Procedure 9

10 Academic Integrity Policy Academic Recognition Policy Academic Credential Procedure Clearance of Academic Deficiency Policy/Procedure Co-operative Education Policy Discontinuance Policy/Procedure Eligibility to Participate in Co-op Work Terms Policy/Procedure Evaluation of Student Learning Policy/Procedure Grading Procedure Graduation Requirements and Convocation Procedure Honours Policy/Procedure Program/Course (Cohort) Withdrawal Procedure Student Concerns and Issues/Procedure Student Fees Policy Student Feedback Policy Violation of Academic Integrity Procedure 10. PROGRAM REVISION LOG Revision Date Summary of changes 01/08/2014 Original handbook creation. 01/07/2015 Updated per CCQI. 10