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Academic Regulations & Procedures
Academic Regulations & Procedures
Competency Based Learning
The foundation for learning at Winnipeg Technical College is based on the competency based learning philosophy which centers around the individual strengths, needs, and learning styles of the student. Competency based learning is a personalized system that offers:
Students are informed of the specific skills and knowledge that they must attain in order to complete a program successfully. Students also know in advance how well they must perform on all tests, both written and practical, in order to attain the required knowledge and skills.
WTC programs utilize a listing of competencies which are divided into major skill areas or unit credit titles. Instructors work with students individually or in groups and guide the students through the learning process with the aid of many resources. The instructor’s role is to find the most effective way to help students master the competencies in the program.
Graduation
Students who have exited and completed their program, as well as those students who anticipate completing their program by October 31, will have their names placed on the graduation list.
Appeals with respect to eligibility for graduation may be considered by the Campus Dean.
Commencement Exercises are held during the month of June.
College Certificates and Diplomas
Certificates
The College issues the following certificates to students:
Other documents which may be issued to students include:
One original certificate is issued as part of the exiting procedure. If requested, another original will be issued at a cost of $25.00.
Mature Student High School Diploma
Eligibility criteria for obtaining a Mature Student High School Diploma under the Grade 9 to Grade 12 Mature Student Graduation requirements include:
Students can enroll in a school division/district or Adult Learning Centre for the purpose of obtaining the Mature Student High School Diploma. Criteria for graduation requirements include:
Procedure for Awarding the Diploma
• Last school attended
• Last year attended
• Last grade completed
• Date of birth
• Surnames used while in school
When the above information has been presented, the College will:
Work Practicum
Work Practicum is incorporated into most of the College’s programs. This experience is designed to provide a learning environment that simulates the workplace. Work Practicum offers students the opportunity to gain knowledge, master technical skills, and practice employability skills as defined by the Conference Board of Canada.
Workers’ Compensation Coverage
Winnipeg Technical College students are eligible for coverage through Workers Compensation Board while participating in a Work Practicum placement.
If injured while on Work Practicum, students must notify their instructor immediately and the appropriate forms will be completed by College staff.
Training Bonus Voucher
This initiative encourages the concept of lifelong learning and provides support to the College’s alumni after graduating.
The Training Bonus Voucher provides every graduate of a participating program with access to 30 hours (1 week) of additional training, without fees, in a regular (full-time) WTC program.
This benefit can be used to enhance skills in the original area of study or to acquire related skills from other programs within the following guidelines:
Accreditation/Apprenticeship
The Pharmacy Technician program is accredited by the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) and was granted Provisional Accreditation status effective January 2010. Students who graduate from the Pharmacy Technician program will be eligible to write the National Qualifying Exam, governed by the Pharmacy Examination Board of Canada (PEBC). For more information on the Pharmacy Technician accreditation, please refer to www.ccapp-accredit.ca and www.pebc.ca.
The College offers seven accredited training programs, leading to In-School Apprenticeship (Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade, Apprenticeship Branch) status. These programs include:
Students who successfully complete one of the above programs (having maintained a minimum average of 70% in both theory and practical), gain employment and register as an apprentice within 2 years of graduating, will receive credit for Level 1 In-School Apprenticeship Training (Level 2 for Electrical Applications). WTC will release student names to the Apprenticeship Branch for the purpose of issuing a certificate. Apprenticeship training varies from two to five years with the average program being four years in duration.
Apprenticeship Entrance Requirements and Program Information:
For the majority of apprenticeship programs, it is required that applicants have a high school diploma or equivalent academic standing. Mature students, age 19 years or older, may be required to participate in an assessment process.
To enter into apprenticeship training, an individual must find employment with an employer. In order to register as an apprentice, an Apprenticeship Application/Agreement must be completed and submitted to Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade, Apprenticeship Branch of Manitoba. For each level, apprentices spend 80 percent of their time learning practical skills on the job. The remaining 20 percent is for technical training which is usually four to ten weeks of in-school learning.
The length of apprenticeship varies by trade, ranging from 2 to 5 years. At the end of apprenticeship training, apprentices write a certification examination and must score at least 70 percent to receive a Certificate of Qualification. Most trade programs also issue a Certificate of Qualification with an Interprovincial Standards Red Seal endorsement which provides greater mobility for skilled workers.
Grading Scale
Student performance will be evaluated using the following grading scale:
A 90-100%
Student demonstrates excellent entry level performance based on theory and its application, and works independently.
B 80-89%
Student demonstrates very good entry level performance based on theory and its application, and requires minimal assistance.
C 70-79%
Student demonstrates satisfactory entry level performance based on theory and its application, and requires occasional assistance.
D 50-69%
Student demonstrates marginal entry level performance based on theory and its application, and requires frequent assistance.
F <50%
Student demonstrates unacceptable performance.
CC Credit Challenge
CT Credit Transfer
I Incomplete Credit