1. WELCOME TO THE FACULTY OF [_____] &
THE [_____] PROGRAM!

2. AGENDA
1. Planning For Your First Semester
• Program Structure
• Program Classes
• Program Requirements
• Program Assistance
2. Getting Your Questions Answered Or The
Help You Need

3. 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 with a break week at the
midpoint

4. Program Structure-Coop Students
• this program offers you the opportunity to take
what you have learned in class and apply it to
the ‘real world’
• IMPORTANT TO NOTE:
– coop is not guaranteed
– students require a minimum ‘C’ average
– you must pass all courses

5. Program Classes
• classes are limited to [ ] students
• you will take [ ] classes per week/semester
• in general, classes are 3 hours each
• types of classes:
1. traditional classes
• face-to-face instruction
2. hybrid classes
• blend of face-to-face instruction/online learning
3. online classes

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

7. Program Classes
Faculty Expectations
Students will:
– Get to know your Teachers
– Attend Class
– Complete Coursework with Academic Integrity
– Read Assigned Readings
– Study
– Participate in Class
– Get Help (if needed)

8. 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
– pick up an application form from the Student Services Centre
• 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 10th

9. Program Requirements
1. Technology Requirements
• students are required to bring laptop to class
• expect to use your laptop in and out of class
2. Complete Diploma Requirements
• you can view your diploma requirements online
3. Grade Requirements
• maintaining good academic standing is critical
to your success

10. Program Assistance
You all have an Academic Advisor
Your Academic Advisor 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

11. Program Assistance
Your Academic Advisor is [_____].
Contact [_____] if you have questions that are specific to
your program:
@sheridanc.on.ca

12. General Assistance
You also have a Student Advisor
Your Student Advisor is available if:
• you want to discuss ways to improve your grades
• you have questions about college services or policies
• you are considering dropping/adding a class and want to discuss all
implications (incl. financial)
• you are considering changing programs
• you have encountered extenuating circumstances and need to
discuss your options
• you have decided to discontinue your studies

13. General Assistance
Student Advisors are available on a drop-in basis,
please visit the Student Services Centre or email
askanadvisor@sheridanc.on.ca
if you have any questions related to your
student experience at Sheridan.

14. What You Need to Do Before
Starting Classes

15. QUESTIONS?