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BLACKBOARD

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BOOKSTORE/NEW TECHNOLOGY COMPUTER STORE

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CENTRE FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

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COUNSELLING SERVICES

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EMERGENCY EVACUATION

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In the event that the college needs to evacuate, Algonquin has put into place an emergency evacuation procedure to ensure that all students with mobility impairments are quickly located and safely evacuated by trained personnel.

If you have mobility impairment and would like more information about this service, contact the Centre for Students with Disabilities as follows:
Telephone: 613-727-4723 ext. 7683

Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723 ext 7683

TTY: 613-727-7747

Email: csd@algonquincollege.com

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FINANCIAL AID FOR PART-TIME STUDENTS

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www.algonquincollege.com/financialaid 

 

It may be possible for part-time students to receive financial aid through OSAP for courses that are related to a full-time program. For information regarding eligibility requirements, the application form and loan repayment policy, visit the OSAP website at www.osap.gov.on.ca or contact our Financial Aid Office as follows: 

Telephone: 613-727-0002

Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723

Welcome Station: Room C150

Email: financialaid@algonquincollege.com

 

IMPORTANT: The Financial Assistance Part-time Study Application form and supporting documentation must be submitted and approved prior to course registration.

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www.algonquinsa.com

The Algonquin Fitness Zone is a state-of-the-art 20,000-square-foot facility operated by the Students' Association that offers personal trainers, registered massage therapists, saunas and more. Membership includes towel service, aerobic classes and an orientation of the equipment.

For more information:

Telephone: 613-727-4723 ext. 7294

Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723 ext. 7294

 

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday to Friday: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Holidays: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

www.algonquincollege.com/foodservices

The Algonquin College Food Services at the Woodroffe Campus is an in-house service which operates The Marketplace Food Court, The First Cup/Deli, The Portable Feast, Thunder Alley, Bits n' Bytes, 35th Street Market Café, Vending, Office Coffee Services and Catering. 

Weekend Fall/Winter service: The Portable Feast (B Bldg.) and the 35th Street Market Café (Residence) are open on Saturday and Sunday.

Visit our virtual tour: algonquincollege.com and click on Department & Services, Food and Food & Beverage.

For further information:

Telephone: 613-727-4723 ext. 7615

Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723 ext. 7615

Email: catering@algonquincollege.com or mealplans@algonquincollege.com.

www.algonquincollege.com/healthservices

 

The College operates comprehensive health services at the Woodroffe Campus.  These services are available to students from the Centre for Continuing and Online Learning during standard College office hours.

 

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

 

For further information:

Telephone: 613-727-4723 ext. 7222

Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723 ext. 7222

 

 

www.algonquincollege.com/lrc

Students, faculty and staff are welcome to explore and access a wide range of services provided by The Learning Resource Centre.
Traditional and non-traditional services provided include: research assistance; online access to electronic resources; circulation of
print and non-print materials; inter-campus and inter-library loans; use of a laptop within the Centre; access to computers, printers,
photocopiers; math and English support; and assistance with general computer questions. To learn more about our services,
hours, locations and how to access materials from your home computer visit our website.

Toll-free for all campuses: 1-800-565-4723
Woodroffe: 613-727-4723 ext. 5834
Perth: 613-267-2859 ext. 5607
Pembroke: 613-735-4700 ext. 2707

www.algonquincollege.com/ombudsperson

Every Algonquin College student, full-time or part-time, can seek the Ombudsperson's help in finding solutions to problems that might arise with the College or the Students' Association.  This free service is impartial and independent.  Information obtained by the Ombudsperson is held in the strictest confidence, so that students can discuss their concerns fully and frankly.  The Ombudsperson investigates complaints about all aspects of college life. 

 

For further information:

Telephone: 613-727-4723 ext. 5306

Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723 ext. 5306

Email: depowh@algonquincollege.com

www.algonquincollege.com/parking

There are no parking fees charged weekends or after 5:00 p.m. on weekdays in the lot 8 (red), lot 9 (green) and lot 12.  Parking permits or fee payment for weekday parking prior to 5:00 p.m. in all areas is required.  Contact the Parking Services Office for applicable rates.

If you do not have a permit for parking before 5:00 p.m., the college has pay-and-display lots, a visitor parking area with a staffed booth Monday to Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.  and Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or day permits available from the main Parking Services Office in C044a.
 
Note: Parking meters, pay-and-display lots, reserved spaces, fire routes, loading zones, handicap spaces, and visitor lot restrictions remain in effect at all times. 
 
For further information, including rates:

Telephone: 613-727-4723 ext. 7187

Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723 ext. 7187

Emai: parking@algonquincollege.com

Address: Room C044a in Building C

 

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday to Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

 

www.algonquincollege.com/printshop

The Print Shop is a full scale copy and print centre that provides professional quality prints at competitive prices that accomodates a student's budget. With a wide assortment of paper and card stocks, the Print Shop is your first choice for printing assignments, projects, portfolios, photos, business cards and anything else you can imagine. PDF files can be printed to the Print Shop's colour and black/white printers form a number of computer labs throughout the college or from computers conveniently set up in the Print Shop. Wide Format printing up t 42 inches wide and banner printing in full colour are tow new services offered at the Print Shop. Other services include coil or cerlox binding, scanning documents or photos, laminating, scoring, stapling, cutting and medite mounting. The Print Shop also offers free local faxing and two cutting areas.

 

Design Ink offers a graphic design and desktop publishing service for items such as posters, banners, flyers, brochures, newsletters, business cards, tickets and much more.

 

The Print Shop/Design Ink is conveniently located on campus near the Observatory in Room A190.

 

For further information:
Telephone: 613-727-4723 ext. 7109

Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723 ext. 7109

Fax: 613-727-7684

Email:  publishing@algonquincollege.com

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday to Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

You must be 19 years of age or older to register in any course. Students 18 years of age or less must possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent to register. Students under 19 years of age and without an OSSD will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

www.algonquincollege.com/registrarsoffice/forms

Students may be eligible for a Transfer of Academic Credit (Exemption) for individual courses based on learning attained at another educational institution or at Algonquin College. We will award an exemption for courses if the learning achievements are equivalent to the course in the current program of study.

 

To request an exemption, you must complete the appropriate form and submit it to the Registrar’s Office, along with supporting documentation (transcripts and course outlines). Once received, requests are forwarded to the appropriate academic department for final assessment. To check the status of your exemption request, log into ACSIS. If granted, the course status will appear as ‘EX’ on your transcript. If denied, you will be notified by email. Processing time is approximately two to four weeks so allow sufficient time to process your request before classes begin. If your request is approved prior to the second scheduled class and you have registered for this course, a full refund for your tuition fee will be issued.

A $10 fee applies for each external exemption request submitted and payment must be provided with the application. There is no fee for internal exemptions.

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AUDITING A COURSE

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In certain cases, you may audit a credit course. Audit status must be declared in writing at the time of registration. Your request will be forwarded to the academic department for approval. Normal course fees still apply. You will not be required to complete class assignments, tests or formal evaluations. The grade of an audit course is not calculated in the grade point average but the course will appear on your transcript. Credit status cannot be changed to audit status after the second scheduled class.

Audit status cannot be granted for Online Learning courses.

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CANCELLED COURSES

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The college reserves the right to cancel or alter courses as deemed necessary. If this occurs, you can register in another course or a different course/section (if available) or receive a full refund. Refunds for courses paid by credit card will be refunded to the credit card used for the registration within 5-7 business days.

If a course is cancelled, we will contact you at the telephone numbers provided on your registration. It is your responsibility to ensure we have your current personal information on file. You can update your personal information (address, telephone number and email address) by logging onto ACSIS.

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CERTIFICATION

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www.algonquincollege.com/registrarsoffice/forms

Many of our course can lead to a College-approved Certificate or an Ontario College credential. Others may lead to certification or accreditation by external professional or licensing bodies. Requirements are clearly outlined in program information monographs.

To receive a College-approved Certificate or an Ontario College credential from Algonquin, at least 25 per cent of the course hours in your program of study must be completed through the College. Upon completion of the final course in the program, you must complete the Certificate/Diploma Application form and return the form by mail, by fax or in person as follows:

Algonquin College
Registrar's Office
Room C150
1385 Woodroffe Avenue
Ottawa, ON K2G 1V8
Fax: 613-727-7767

Provide your name (as you wish to have it appear on your Certificate/Diploma), student ID number, home address and telephone number. A $35 fee applies and payment must be sent with the request. Payment can be made by cheque, money order or credit card (VISA, MasterCard or American Express). If paying by credit card, provide the credit card number, name of the cardholder and the expiry date.

 

Your Certificate/Diploma application must be received by May 18, 2012 in order to be invited to the Spring Convocation ceremony.  Once approved, you will be invited to the Spring 2012 ceremonies being held June 18-20, 2012.  Applications received after this date will be invited to the Fall 2012 Convocation ceremony to be held in October 2012.

 

Convocation information and registration can be found online:

www.algonquincollege.com/registrarsoffice/convocation

 

 

 

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FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND PROTECTION OF INDIVIDUAL PRIVACY ACT

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To formalize compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Algonquin College requires that you read the following statement: 

The information gathered through this document is collected under the legal authorization of the Colleges and Universities Act, R.S.O. 1980, chapter 272, S.5; R.R.O. 1980, Regulation 640.  The information is used for the educational, administrative and statistical purposes of the College and/or ministries and agencies of the Government of Ontario and the Government of Canada.  The College publishes the names of students who graduate and/or achieve academic excellence.  Access to specific client information is restricted to clients themselves and to others upon receipt by the College of written permission from the client to release the information.

Statistics Canada is the national statistical agency.  As such, Statistics Canada carries out hundreds of surveys each year on a wide range of matters, including education.

It is essential to be able to follow students across time and institutions to understand, for example, the factors affecting enrolment demand at post-secondary institutions.  The increased emphasis on accountability for public investment means that it is also important to understand outcomes.  In order to carry out such studies, Statistics Canada asks all colleges and universities to provide data on students and graduates.  Institutions collect and provide to Statistics Canada student identification information (student's name, student ID number, Social Insurance Number), student contact information (address and telephone number), student demographic characteristics, enrolment information, previous education, and labour force activity.

The Federal Statistics Act provides the legal authority for Statistics Canada to obtain access to personal information held by educational institutions. The information may be used only for statistical purposes, and the confidentiality provisions of the Statistics Act prevent the information from being released in any way that would identify a student.

Students who do not wish to have their information used are able to ask Statistics Canada to remove their identification and contact information from the national database.

Further information on the use of this information can be obtained from Statistics Canada's website: statcan.ca or by writing to the Post Secondary Section, Centre for Education Statistics, 17th Floor, R.H. Coates Building, Tunney's Pasture, Ottawa, K1A 0T6. 

 

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NOTIFICATION OF DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION TO STATISTICS CANADA

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Statistics Canada is the national statistical agency.  As such, Statistics Canada carries out hundreds of surveys each year on a wide range of matters, including education.

It is essential to be able to follow students across time and institutions to understand, for example, the factors affecting enrolment demand at post-secondary institutions.  The increased emphasis on accountability for public investment means that it is also important to understand outcomes.  In order to carry out such studies, Statistics Canada asks all colleges and universities to provide data on students and graduates.  Institutions collect and provide to Statistics Canada student identification information (student's name, student ID number, Social Insurance Number), student contact information (address and telephone number), student demographic characteristics, enrolment information, previous education, and labour force activity.

The Federal Statistics Act provides the legal authority for Statistics Canada to obtain access to personal information held by educational institutions. The information may be used only for statistical purposes, and the confidentiality provisions of the Statistics Act prevent the information from being released in any way that would identify a student.

Students who do not wish to have their information used are able to ask Statistics Canada to remove their identification and contact information from the national database.

Further information on the use of this information can be obtained from Statistics Canada's website: statcan.ca or by writing to the Post Secondary Section, Centre for Education Statistics, 17th Floor, R.H. Coates Building, Tunney's Pasture, Ottawa, K1A 0T6.

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HARMONIZED SALES TAX (HST)

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While most Centre for Continuing and Online Learning courses are exempt from the HST, the regulations contained in the legislation define courses that are not part of a program and those of general interest and recreational in nature to be taxable. Courses will include HST where applicable.

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GRADES

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Grades are usually available in ACSIS five business days following the end of each course. To view and print your grades, select "View Grades" and the appropriate term in the toolbar in ACSIS.

Term Grade Reports will be mailed to students taking print-based Online Learning courses only. If you require a Term Grade Report, contact the Registrar’s Office as follows:

Telephone: 613-727-0002
Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723

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LATE REGISTRATION

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Late registration into a course will normally be allowed up to the end of  the second scheduled class. However, late registration may not permitted for select courses.

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PLAR - PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT AND RECOGNITION

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www.algonquincollege.com/plar

Get the credit you deserve for your life and work experience. You have gained valuable knowledge and skill in the workplace and in your personal life. Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition can help you gain course credits in your program of study.

 

Your learning is assessed on a course-by-course basis and may involve writing a challenge exam, demonstrating a skill and/or submitting a portfolio with samples of your work. To request an assessment:

• Identify which program of study interests you.
• Pick out the courses that you believe you could challenge.
• Request copies of detailed course outlines.
• Submit the form for evaluation.

For additional information, contact the PLAR office as follows:
Telephone: 613-727-4723 ext. 7027

Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723 ext. 7027

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RESPONSIBILITY OF STUDENT

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Students are responsible for the following:

• Ensure prerequisites are met.
• Ensure you have registered in the correct course(s).
• Understand the Refund Policies.  (Refer to the reverse side of your timetable).
• Understand the Withdrawal and Transfer Policies.
• Understand the "Academic Penalty Withdrawal Date" reflected on your timetable. *
• Understand the requirements to audit a course.
• Request audit status at time of registration.
• Verify your transcript. Contact the Registrar's Office immediately if you have any questions regarding the content of your transcript.
• Request your Certificate/Diploma upon completion of the final course in the program.
• Access your official timetable by logging into ACSIS.

*The Academic Penalty Withdrawal Date refers to the last date to withdraw from a course without academic penalty.  Failure to do so will result in an "F" (failure) on your academic record (transcript).  This is not the refund date.

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STATUTORY HOLIDAYS

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Holidays (College Closed)	Dates for 2012
New Years Day	January 1, 2012
Family Day (Third Monday in February)	February 20, 2012
Good Friday (Friday before Easter)	April 6, 2012
Victoria Day (Monday before May 25)	May 21, 2012
Canada Day (Except if on a Sunday)	July 1, 2012
Civic Holiday (First Monday in August)	August 6, 2012
Labour Day (First Monday in September)	September 3, 2012
Thanksgiving Day (Second Monday in October)	October 8, 2012
Christmas Day/Boxing Day	December 25/26, 2012

 

The Centre for Continuing and Online Learning will be closed on these dates.

 

 

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STUDENT EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

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www.algonquincollege.com/employment 
 

We offer employment services for current students, graduates and Alumni. You can access the Graduate Referral Service and job postings online by logging into ACSIS. 

Telephone: 613-727-4723 ext. 7171

Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723 ext. 7171

 

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

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TIMETABLES

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You can access your timetable by logging into ACSIS. Your timetable for the current term can be displayed by selecting Timetable in the toolbar. If registering before the start of the term, select the correct term to view your timetable.

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TRANSFER TO ALTERNATE COURSE SECTION

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Requests to transfer from one course/section to another, in the same term, must be made through the Registrar’s Office in writing, by fax, by phone or in person (it cannot be done online). Transfers must satisfy two conditions:

• The transfer date is prior to the refund date for the course from which you wish to transfer, and
• The transfer date is prior to the second scheduled class for the course which you wish to transfer into. However, restrictions for late registration may apply.

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WITHDRAWALS

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To withdraw from a course, you must contact the Registrar’s Office in writing, by fax, by phone or in person (it cannot be done online). A substitute cannot take your place in class without proper registration. Failure to attend or stopping payment does not constitute a withdrawal. The refund policy is found at:  www.algonquincollege.com/RegistrarsOffice/services.

 

Last Day to Withdraw from a Course Without Academic Penalty:

Refer to your timetable for the academic penalty withdrawal date for each course. To withdraw from a course after the refund date contact the Registrar’s Office before two-thirds of the scheduled classes have taken place. Failure to do so will result in an “F” (Failure) status on your academic record.

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FEES, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

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ONLINE LEARNING LOGIN

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IMPORTANT: As of January 2011, Online Learning students must log in at www.elearning.ca to access Blackboard. Refer to your electronic confirmation letter for further instructions.

 

Note: Login information is not available in ACSIS.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FEE

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Continuing Education Courses (part-time):

• Students pay $35 per term when registered in courses subject to the IT protocol. 
• Students registered in more than one course pay the IT Fee only once per term. 
• Eligible students will be provided with a network account, e-mail address, Internet access and two megabytes (2MB) of disk storage space. 
• Students in courses that are not IT applicable can pay $35 per term to obtain access.

Online Learning Courses (part-time):

• Online Learning students registered on a course-by-course basis pay an IT fee of  $50.00 per course. 
• The IT fee includes access to the Online Learning Student ePortal.

Online Learning Programs (full--time):

• Online Learning students registered into a full-time online program pay the IT fee as part of the program fee. 
• The IT fee includes access to the Online Learning Student ePortal.

Note: IT accounts are deleted at the end of each term.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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Students permitted by Citizenship and Immigration Canada to attend classes on a part-time basis may be assessed, in addition to other applicable fees, a premium of $16.46 per course hour, depending on Visa status.  

Health insurance is included in the fees for international students registered in full-time programs only. All other international students are strongly advised to obtain health insurance for the duration of their stay in Canada. Students are to self-identify and will be assessed international fees.

 

Online Learning courses:

Part-time off-shore International students registering into an online or print-based course may be assessed a premium of $400 per course in addition to other applicable fees. This is distinct from the additional amount charged for postage.

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MATERIAL FEES

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The cost of materials and/or supplies retained by the students is included in the course fee (where applicable). Full-time and part-time program students who take a course with the Centre for Continuing and Online Learning as part of their course load are responsible for applicable material fees. These fees are not eligible for Income Tax credit.

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SERVICE FEE

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Your course fee will include a service fee of $1.25 per course hour to cover the cost of providing additional services to Centre for Continuing and Online Learning students.

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SPONSORSHIP

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If your course fees are being paid by a sponsoring agency, your employer or a government department, you must present an official letter of authorization from the sponsor to the Registrar’s Office at the time of registration.  

Company information required:

• Organization name
• Full mailing address
• Telephone number
• email address
• Contact person
• Authorization signature
• Course name, course number, section number or start date

Information regarding student must include:

• Student’s name
• Full home address
• Home and alternate telephone number
• email address
• Student’s date of birth
• Algonquin College student ID number (if available)
• Attended or applied to Algonquin College previously? If yes, provide previous address and surname if different from name entered above 

The invoice will be sent to the sponsor. Students are responsible for any fees not covered by the sponsor. A timetable will be issued to the students once registration has been processed.

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STUDENT CENTRE BUILDING FEE

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A Student Centre Building Fee of $0.05 per course hour is assessed on all Centre for Continuing and Online Learning courses. Inquiries are to be directed to the Students' Association at 613-727-4723, ext. 7711.

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T2202A INCOME TAX FORM

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In early February, official tuition tax receipts (T2202A) are made available in ACSIS for qualifying programs and courses taken during the preceding calendar year. It is not necessary to include a T2202A with your income tax claim; it is only required to validate a claim if you are audited. The T2202A is issued in the student’s name. If a student is sponsored, the college issues a T2202A to the student and the sponsor will issue a T4A for the amount paid on the student’s behalf. The student must claim the sponsored amount as income and can claim the tuition credit or allocate it to a parent/guardian if applicable.

For more information, visit the Canada Revenue Agency’s website at cra-arc.gc.ca and select Fees, Policies and Procedures.

 

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