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.

Evaluation

Format/delivery of evaluations are created with careful consideration to meet the course learning outcomes. The evaluation formats/delivery can not be altered upon request and students must be prepared to be evaluated in the manner defined by the course and its learning outcomes. Students with provision to write their test with CALC must make such arrangements ahead of time and notify their faculty. Student who arrives more than thirty (30) minutes after a test has commenced will not be permitted to write the test. Students shall stay seated during the first thirty (30) minutes of the start of any test. The faculty may ask students to remain seated during the last twenty (20) minutes of the exam to minimize disruption and until all test papers have been collected. Students shall ensure that they can provide photo identification upon request during evaluations. Evaluation where electronic devices are permitted, students must follow the directions provided by the
faculty for responsible use of technology. For online activities and assignments, students must submit or post their work to the designated location before the submission deadline. In case of a personal emergency of any sort (e.g. illness), students shall inform the faculty of their circumstances and request assistance or permission to leave, as circumstances warrant. Students have a right to ask the faculty for clarification if aspects of the test are unclear but should be aware that the faculty will not answer any question that is deemed to infringe on the integrity of the test. Other provisions stated in the Testing Guidelines may apply.

Missed Evaluations/Extensions

In the event of an emergency or special circumstances leading to the inability to complete a test or assignment at the established time, students shall notify faculty as soon as possible to explore options and possible alternatives. Students may be required to produce appropriate documentation. In a non-emergency situation students have a responsibility to notify faculty prior to the due date if they will be unable to attend a test or complete an assessment. Students must communicate with the faculty to explore options and negotiate possible alternatives. The faculty member may consult the associate dean prior to providing alternate evaluations. Other provisions stated in the Assessment and Evaluation policy may apply.

Make up Process for Missed Evaluations

It is the student’s responsibility to negotiate the makeup for missed assignments and tests with the course faculty. If the arrangement is negotiated verbally, it is the student’s responsibility to send a follow up email to the faculty, highlighting the details of the arrangements and agreed upon timeline. Make up for missed in-class participation or in-class evaluative group work may not be possible. Given prior arrangements with the faculty, all missed evaluations for a 14-week must be completed in the following manner. Submissions will not be marked if received after the listed timelines:

• Evaluations missed between week 1-6 must be completed by week 7.
• Evaluations missed between week 7 and 13 must be completed by week 14.

For courses shorter than 14 weeks, missed evaluation timeline must be negotiated with the faculty. All assessments for a course must be conducted and/or completed by the end of the semester, as published each year by the Enrollment Services, except where accommodation or academic flexibility has been granted. There will be no make up evaluation for a missed make up. Students missing a lab evaluation that requires demonstrating skills on a person are responsible to bring
a client for skill demonstration, if the make up is outside of regular lab time. Criteria for the client will be defined by the faculty advisor. There are no supplemental exams in this course. If the student is dissatisfied with their final grade, they may file an appeal if they meet the grounds outlined in the grade appeal policy.

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. Some courses have a Pass/Fail grading scheme. For these courses, a Pass does not impact your GPA but a Fail will. There are also other special grades that can be used for specific purposes.

Fieldwork placement courses are practical components are graded on a Pass/Fail.

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.

Grade Appeals