Assessment and Grading
Course Assessments
All credit courses have a formal method of evaluation and assessment. Your course outlines will communicate the evaluation scheme for each course, identifying assessment methods (assignments, projects, tests, etc.) that contribute to the final grade. Assessments are designed to evaluate the level at which you demonstrate the established course learning outcomes.
Grading Scheme
The standard grading scheme for most courses is a letter grade ranging from A to F with each letter representing the equivalent percentage grade achieved in the course. There are also other special grades that can be used for specific purposes.
| Letter Grade | Grade Description | Numerical Equivalent | Grade Point |
| A+ | Outstanding | 90-100% | 4.5 |
| A | Excellent | 80-89% | 4.0 |
| B+ | Very good | 75-79% | 3.5 |
| B | Good | 70-74% | 3.0 |
| C+ | Satisfactory | 65-69% | 2.5 |
| C | Satisfactory | 60-64% | 2.0 |
| D+ | Minimal* | 55-59% | 1.5 |
| D* | Minimal* | 50-54% | 1.0 |
| F | Failure** | 0-49% | 0 |
| FNA | Failure non-attendance | ||
| P | Pass** | ||
| I | Incomplete | ||
| AEG | Aegrotat standing | ||
| AUD | Audit status | ||
| CIP | Course in progress | ||
| TCR | Transfer credit | ||
| NGR | No grade required | ||
| *In courses in some programs, these grades may not be considered a passing grade, and a higher passing grade may be required. The minimum required GPA for graduation is 2.0
**May be used in a course where a percentage grade is inappropriate. |
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Accommodations
Centennial is committed to providing the best possible education for all of our students. This includes meeting the needs of students who may require adjustments or accommodations to equalize their opportunities to meet the essential requirements of achieving the learning outcomes in a course or program.
Tests and Assignments:
Tests and assignments are due on the dates specified by the professor. Absence due to illness or
extenuating circumstances is not an automatic excuse for missing a deadline. Absence must be
reported before the class in which the test is to be written or the assignment is due and
arrangements for handing in assignments must be made with the professor. A zero grade will be
assigned for missed tests and assignments. Arrangements for makeup tests are as follows: Students are
responsible to report absence to the professor prior to class in which test is given. Students will write all
makeup tests at the end of term. Students will reconfirm that they are planning to write the test with the
professor prior to the end of term. This notice will be available via email and during classes.
Students are expected to arrive at the examination on time. No student will be admitted 30 minutes after
the exam begins. No student may leave within the first 30 minutes after the exam has commenced.
In consultation with the Chair or Dean, a faculty member or instructor may administer additional or
alternative evaluations to fully assess the capability of a student.
When writing a test or examination, students must put their official photo-ID cards in full view for review by
the invigilator. Students who do not have official photo-ID will be permitted to write the examination with a
substitute photo-ID, but they will be required to produce photo-ID at the program or department office
within 24 hours or the next business day following the examination, or else the examination results will be
void.
Grade Appeals
- A clerical error has resulted in a miscalculation of the grade.
- The grade awarded did not fairly reflect your academic performance and/or the stated requirements for the course.
