Transcript Professional Diploma in Construction Engineering

Trent Global College of Technology & Management
Professional Diploma
in
Construction Engineering
June– July 2013 Course Induction
TENG KWOK KHEONG
FCIOB FBENG FSIB FHKICE PCENG CMILT MBIFM
SINGAPORE REPRESENTATIVE
FELLOW OF HERIOT WATT UNIVERSITY
Trent Global College of Technology & Management
Timetable for the day
a) Brief on the Trent Global College
b) Brief Introduction of New Students
c) Briefing of the School
d) CPE guidelines ( www.cpe.gov.sg)
e) Briefing on Procedures, Instruction etc on the Course
f) Questions and Answers
Trent Global College
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A Private School registered with CPE (Council of Private Education),
under the Private Education Act.
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Registration number: 200400538K
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Validity Date: 08/7/2011 to 7/7/2015
Trent Global College also achieved provisional EduTrust Certification
(EduTrust No. : EDU-3-3084 & Validity : 24/02/2012 - 23/03/2013).
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School website: www.trentglobal.edu.sg
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HWU: Largest ALP ( in terms of student number) of HWU since 2009.
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HWU 2010: The performance of the students studying at Trent Global
College continues to be of high standard.
Managers
Managers
Mission, Values, Facilities
( ISO 9001, ERF, )
About the Programme
Professional Diploma in Construction Engineering :
The aim of this course is to provide students with a strong foundation, and wide
coverage of all aspects of the construction so that they could proceed to acquire
higher degree qualifications.
The principal underlining this course is to merge theory with actual practices in the
Singapore construction industry. The theories will base on the Singapore context
and regulations.
Topics range from engineering, construction technology, facilities management
principles and property development concepts. This enables graduates to proceed
to any of the built environment degree programmes.
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PDCE Articulation
Singapore Institute of Building (www.sib.com.sg) - Eligible to apply
for Associate Member (AMSIB)
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Singapore Institute of Engineering Technologists (www.siet.org.sg)Eligible to apply for Member (MSIET)
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The Society of Professional Engineers (UK) [eligible as MSPE, PEng
(UK)]
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Association of Building Engineers
(http://www.abe.org.uk/membership/) - Eligible to apply for
Associate Member (Associate ABEng)
Qualification : BCA Class2 Technical Controller , General Builders
PDCE Articulation
Articulation by Heriot Watt University
Graduates of the Professional Diploma in Construction Engineering who achieve an average of CGPA of 2.7 or
better meet the education requirement for entry to year 3 of the Heriot Watt University (HWU) delivered in
Singapore. The students also eligible to join year 3 of course in HWU in Edinburgh.
The Professional Diploma holders who have four years of graduate level work experience since completing their
professional diploma studies may join postgraduate diploma courses in:
• Facilities Management
• Construction Project Management
• Quantity Surveying
Heriot-Watt
– the name
Commemorating two champions of
commerce, education and technology
George Heriot, financier
to
King James VI and
benefactor
of education
in Edinburgh
(1563 - 1623)
James Watt, the great 18thCentury Scottish engineer and
pioneer of steam power
8 Oldest Higher Education Institution in UK.
Origins dated back to 1821 through the School of Arts of Edinburgh
Obtained Royal Charter in 1966
The name Heriot-Watt, commemorates
George Heriot, the renowned 16
th
th
century jeweller and financier to James VI (and James I of England) and James Watt,
the great 18th century inventor and engineer.
Ranked 20 in 2012 and 22nd in 2010 (Guardian Universities League)
NATIONAL STUDENT SURVEY 2012
Number 1 University in Scotland (Up from number 3 last year)
Number 4 University in UK (Up from number 29 last year)
The Scottish University of the Year (The Sunday Times University Guide 2011-2012
th
& 2013)
HWU Student Union has been named as University Student's Union of the Year
2012 (National Union of Student, Scotland Awards 2012)
HWU Civil Engineering and Building/Town and Country planning were ranked
second in Scotland (Guardian Universities Guide 2012)
Student Contract (PEI)
TGC Student Handbook
TGC Student Handbook
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1.0 ABOUT TRENT GLOBAL
 1.1 Brief History
 1.2 Our Vision & Mission
 1.3 Our Creed
 1.4 Academic & Examination Board
 1.4.1 Objective
 1.4.2 Frequency of Meetings
 1.4.3 Members
 1.5 Organisational Set-up
 1.6 Important Contacts & Helpline
 1.6.1 Helpline
 1.6.2
Health & Safety
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2.0 PROGRAMME INFORMATION
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3.0 ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION
 3.1
Withdrawal
 3.2
Deferment
 3.3
Transfer
 3.4
Termination
 3.5
Progression & Assessment
 3.5.1
External Developed
Programmes
 3.5.2
Internal Developed
Programmes
 3.6
Award of Degree
 3.6.1
External Developed
Programmes
 3.6.2
Internal Developed
Programmes
 3.7
Examination Process, Reassessment & Appeal Procedures
 3.7.1
External Developed
Programmes
 3.7.2
Internal Developed
Programmes
 3.8
Medical Certificates
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4.0 ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
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4.1 Plagiarism Procedure
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5.4
Student Privacy Policy
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5.5
Student’s Pass Requirements
5.0 STUDENT MATTERS
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5.1 Fee Protection Scheme
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5.2 Medical Insurance
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5.3 Refund Policy & Procedure
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5.3.1 Notification and Arrangement
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5.3.2 Withdrawal for Cause
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5.3.3 Refunds for Withdrawal for Cause
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5.3.4 Refunds for Withdrawal without Cause
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5.3.5 Non-refundable Fees
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5.3.6 Cooling-Off Period
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5.3.7 Refund Procedure
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5.3.8 Dispute Resolution Procedure
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5.5.1 ICA Rules & Regulations
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5.5.2 Attendance requirement
5.6
Student Support Services
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5.6.1 Academic Support
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5.6.2 Student Services & Counselling
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5.7
Email Communication
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5.8
Absenteeism
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5.9
Student Complaint Procedure
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5.10 Student Feedback
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5.11 Home Leave Application
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5.12 Official Letter
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5.13 Health & Safety Policy Statement
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5.14 Change of Personal Particulars
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6.0 EXPULSION
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6.1 Attire and Grooming
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6.2 Code of Conduct
7.0 Other relevant Information
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7.1 Standard PEI Student Contract
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7.2 College’s Website
Fees Protection Scheme
(AXA Insurance Scheme and HSBC Insurance)
Payment information
(Equal Installments)
Fee Protection Insurance
Medical Insurance
It is compulsory for all students studying at Private Education Institutions (PEI) in
Singapore to have medical insurance coverage through CPE approved insurance
provider for hospitalisation, outpatient and related medical treatment for the entire
course duration. HSBC Insurance (Singapore) Pte Ltd has been appointed as the
insurance provider for Trent Global College’s students.
The following students can choose to opt out of the medical insurance scheme if
they can show that they are already covered by their own medical insurance:
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Singapore citizens, permanent residents and international students not on the Student's Pass, and
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Students under corporate sponsorship or corporate agreement signed between the private education
institution and the sponsor organisation.
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Medical insurance is not applicable to part-time students and students taking courses with duration of
not more than one month or 50 hours.
Student Complaint Resolution Form
Dispute Resolution Procedure (In TGC Handbook)
The new Private Education
Act — 21 Dec 2009
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All students must sign a standard contract
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All fees are protected — AXA Fee Protection Insurance, $30 for PDCE
students (per installment payment)
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Students Contract & Student Handbook are available at PEI Act
(www.trentglobal.edu.sg)
Refund Policy Procedures (In TGC Handbook)
Student Feedbacks
There are principally two options open to students to communicate
their views on courses and the college’s service standards.
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Module feedback : Questionnaires are regularly issued for students to
complete at the end of each module, allowing students to give
feedback on the quality of the modules and teaching.
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Post Course Feedback: is also sought from graduating students to
assess the college’s overall standards of service.
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Random survey: carried out by walking around by the CEO to gather
feedbacks from students in non-structured and structured ways.
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Suggestion Box : Available in the TGC webpage
Miscellaneous Fees (as per
your student contract)
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(a) Application Fees: $ 250
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(b) Late Payment Fees : 2% per month
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(c) Re-assessment per module(2nd attempt): $ 75 upon registration
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(d) Replacement for Diploma certificate: $ 100 upon request
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(e) Deferment of study: $ 100 upon request
Study expectations
Teaching Methods:
a) 30 Lecture hours
b) 09 Tutorials
Attendance: 90% for student Pass Holders, 75% for F/T & P/T
students (Non Student Pass).
Attendance is monitored monthly basis
Attendance Requirement
Local students attendance are monitored monthly basis. Students who fall
below Attendance requirement (75%) will be issued warning letter
immediately.
Counseling will be carried out after 2 consecutive warning letters and students
are unable to submit acceptable reason. Counseling will be carried out by
telephone calls by the Manager/Director. Subsequent absentees will be
referred to the Academic and Exam boards for further action.
Change of Personal Particulars
Students are required to fill the request form in order to inform the college if
there is a change in their personal particulars (such as name, address and
contact numbers).
Note: Request form can be downloaded from TGC webpage  Forms
Lecturing
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Please read course notes and prepare questions before-hand.
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Prepare questions on assignment approximately the 4th lesson.
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Assignment submission will on the Exam dates.
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Form study group yourself.
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Attempt all self assessment examination questions (or) previous exam paper (if any)
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Practice assignment questions.
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NO standard answers will be provided
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Reassessment will be taken in next assessment date provided by the College
Counseling
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Compile your questions and forward to [email protected]
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Do not raise last minute questions
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Do not ask for “how to answer” type of question
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Make appointment with Mr Teng for individual discussion or small
group discussion (it will be during office hours)
Module Arrangement
Module code
Module Title
Schedule
Exam /Coursework
submission Date
Start Date
End Date
TG10CC
Construction Contracts
24th Jul 2013
17th Aug 2013
17th Aug 2013
TG02CT
Construction Technology 1
21st Aug 2013
14th Sep 2013
14th Sep 2013
TG03CT
Construction Technology 2
18th Sep 2013
12th Oct 2013
12th Oct 2013
TG04SP
TG08RS
Site Supervision and Project Management
R.C Construction & Steel Construction
5th Oct 2013
16th Oct 2013
14th Dec 2013
9th Nov 2013
14th Dec 2013
9th Nov 2013
TD17FYP
TG06FM
Project
Facilities Management Principle
13th Nov 2013
15th Dec 2013
7th Dec 2013
6th Jan 2014
7th Dec 2013
6th Jan 2014
TGD16EM
Engineering Mathematics
8th Jan 2014
5th Feb 2014
5th Feb 2014
TG14GT
Green Technology
12th Feb 2014
1st Mar 2014
1st Mar 2014
TG15MBE
Management in the Built Environment
5th Mar 2014
30 Mar 2014
30 Mar 2014
TG09AM
Asset Maintenance Management
2nd Apr 2014
26th Apr 2014
26th Apr 2014
TG13PD
Property Development
30th Apr 2014
24th May 2014
24th May 2014
TG12MB
Measurement (Builders)
28th May 2014
21st June 2014
21st June 2014
TG11M&E
Measurement (M&E)
25th June 2014
19th July 2014
19th July 2014
TG01CP
Construction Practice
23rd July 2014
9th Aug 2014
9th Aug 2014
TG07SRM
Safety and Risk Management
Procurement
13rd Aug 2014
6th Sep 2014
6th Sep 2014
9th Sep 2014
7th Oct 2014
7th Oct 2014
TG05PC
Assessment mode
Module code
Module Title
Assessment
Credit
TG10CC
Construction Contracts
100% Examination
3
TG02CT
Construction Technology 1
100% Examination
3
TG03CT
Construction Technology 2
100% Examination
3
100% Examination
3
100% Examination
3
TG04SP
TG08RS
Site Supervision and Project Management
R.C Construction & Steel Construction
TG06FM
Facilities Management Principle
100% Examination
3
TGD16EM
Engineering Mathematics
100% Examination
3
TG14GT
Green Technology
100% Examination
3
TG15MBE
Management in the Built Environment
100% Examination
3
TG09AM
Asset Maintenance Management
100% Examination
3
TG13PD
Property Development
100% Examination
3
TG12MB
Measurement (Builders)
100% Assignment
3
TG11M&E
Measurement (M&E)
100% Assignment
3
100% Examination
3
100% Examination
3
100% Examination
100% Assignment
3
18
TG01CP
TG07SRM
TG05PC
TD17FYP
Construction Practice
Safety and Risk Management
Procurement
Project
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Passing rate is 40% for modules
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Student must obtain 64 credits in order to be awarded
Assessment mode
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Exam results will be released within 3 months from the exam date. Students those
who fail the exam must take reassessment exam for the particular module.
Students are required to fill in the reassessment form and submit to the college
($75 per module). Students have to repeat the module in case fail the
reassessment examination ($500 per module)
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100% examination
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100%examination
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100% assignment
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100%assignment
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Assessment mode for repeat will remain same as the first attempt. The results of
all attempts are shown in the transcript.
Assignments/Course-works
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No late submission after the scheduled date.
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Cover sheet available in the “Forms” TGC webpage.
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TG resource
 User
Name:tgstudentjan11
 Password:
********
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Course-work submission dates: On the Exam Date. No extension.
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Late submission:
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Penalty — 30 marks deduction (within one week)
Student submitting after 7 days will not be accepted and apply for reassessment
Coursework Cover Sheet
Coursework Feedback Form
Misconduct, Malpractice &
Plagiarism
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To conduct the assessment in fair manner and maintain standard
quality of assessment and conducive environment. Please refer
to Student handbook for more information on Misconduct and
Malpractice.
Plagiarism
Procedure
Examinations
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Exam dates and Venues are indicated in the Module timetable
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Actual dates and seating plans will be published at the Students Notice Boards,
and at the College Notice Board, there is no separate alert individually.
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Exam letter for exam leave
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Exam results will be released within 3 months
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Results will be publish on Students Notice Board
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Reassessed (2nd attempt): Payment of $75 and have to apply on the prescribed
reassessed form.
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The original and reassessed results will show on transcript.
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Allow one opportunity for reassessment.
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3rd attempt is repeat -- $500 per module, with Fees Protection Scheme
Examinations Student Responsible for:
 Ensuring they arrive for their exams at least 15 minutes
before the start of the exam.
 Ensuring that they do not bring in any unauthorised material
into the exam room. This includes mobile phones,
electronic equipment, and unauthorised notes.
 Making sure that they abide with the rules and regulations
of examination.
 Make certain that they have made appropriate
arrangements in order to stay the full length of the exam.
 Bringing in photographic Identification to the exam.
 Submitting coursework in time to meet the deadline set.
 Ensuring that all work submitted is all their own work and not
copied from other students or other sources.
Assessment
Process
(In Student
Handbook)
Grading System
Reassessment
Procedure
(In TG
Handbook)
Reassessment
Form
STUDENT GUIDE FOR THE
APPEALS PROCEDURE
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It is the policy of the college and administration to deal effectively with the
student appeals of results. This student guide for appeal is written with the
intent to ensure that the interests and well-being of students and staff
associated with an individual appeal are properly safeguarded, and that
appropriate support is provided for those associated with an appeal.
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The College will treat any documentation associated with the student
appeal confidentially, both that produced by the student and by other
parties. It will be necessary for the College to consider the student appeal
against certain criteria as set out in the Regulations and in the light of any
evidence the student submit.
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Students are advised to refer to the student handbook on college’s appeal
procedures, Student Guide for the Appeals Procedure or TGC website
(Student information – Student Guide for the Appeals Procedure).
Exam – Appeal Procedure
Deferment
Deferment of Studies: (try not to)
1.
14 days before the term commences
2.
on standard form
3.
State period of deferment
4.
Reasons & Supporting documents
5.
Deferment Fees - $100
Subject to approval.
Deferment
Form
Awarding Criteria
TGC ensures students meet award criteria.
Awarding Criteria
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Student have passed all the modules in the curriculum
and obtained credit units
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Student should have attained an overall attendance
rate of not less than 60%
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No outstanding payments
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Without misconduct
Student Notice-board
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Publish important development
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Not password protected.
 Exam
dates and Venue
 Exam
results
 Scholarships
 Graduations
 Class
change
 Notifications
 etc
FORMS
All forms available here
Forms: Available at website
under Student Info, “Forms”
TG Resources
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All lecturers ppt slides and additional information.
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General Information
 Examples
 Past
of good course-works
year exam questions
 Additional
Materials (if any)
Communications
Official Notification Channels:
1. School Notice Board
2. Virtual Students Notice Board @ TGC website
All notifications will be posted to the above - which includes payment
advice, change of classes, study information and etc.
Communications
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All notifications on the Notice-Board at website.
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No individual notification including exam details
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Office hours: 1030 to 1930 Monday to Friday
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Saturday: 1300 to 1500
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Telephone: 6372 1464/5
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HP: 97228051
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Call during office hours
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Email: [email protected]
Payment
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3 interest free equal installments
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PDCE payment schedule (every 5 months – Without Exemptions)
 1st
Payment : by 24/07/2013
 2nd
Payment : by 10/01/2014
 3rd
Payment : by 10/06/2014
 All
fees are under the AXA FPS protection scheme
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Bank Loan: Please sign letter of release early.
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All late payments: 2% interest per month.
SDF FUNDING
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For Singaporean/SPR, you are eligible for SDF Funding (under company’s account).
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Employers must enroll student/employee via Skills Connect System, and to be
approved by WDA. Enrollment must be made within 30 days of class commencement.
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Upon course completion of employee, to make an ‘Adhoc Claim’ employers must
submit:
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Attendance record of employee ( > 75% attendance rate & complete all assessments)
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Payment Invoice
These must be submitted within 120 days after course commencement, for WDA to
process claim.
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Employers must also submit the Absentee Payroll documents (proof to show that
employers did pay employees of the absentee pay)to WDA when making the
Absentee Payroll claim.
Procedure for
Refund/
Withdrawal
The Success Study P-Model
The right 3 Ps
The wrong 3 Ps
 Persistent
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 Perseverance
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 Patient
 Planning
 Partnering
 Present
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Plagiarism
Panic
Procrastinations (20/80 %
syndrome)
 Pride
 Prestigious
 Promotions
Balancing Act
Questions and Answers
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