Induction to College and Programme
AC
1.1 Summarise the College core values (ETHOS).
One of the Coleg Gwent’s priorities is an achievement of
excellence. Everyone has to strive for it. Learner’s collaboration with the
others should be based on honesty, trust and respect. Coleg Gwent believes that
through collaboration and innovation the learners will get the higher
achievement. The other Coleg Gwent’s core value is that everyone has to be
encouraged in order to achieve best results. Everyone has the ability to grow
and develop. Also, the learners have to contribute to and benefit from Coleg
Gwent success. Responsibility for success has to be shared.
AC 1.2 Justify core values and agree
boundaries and expectations with the group.
Rules in Area51
- All students should value their facilities and have some pride in area51. The technology is paramount and you should adopt a partnership with it. Care of equipment and keeping everything clean and tidy should be part of your learning process.
- Chairs should always be left neat and tidy at the desks
- Any misuse of the facilities MUST be reported to the Programme Leader.
- Piracy, pornography or other inappropriate use of the systems will not be tolerated.
- No smoking, eating or drinking in Area51 at any time
- Mobile phones are strictly forbidden during class except where utilised for classwork.
- No first year or first diploma students are permitted to wear headphones in area51. If student wish to bring in their own laptops they do so at their own risk. The college does not accept any liability. If students bring in laptops purely to play games on or listen to music during class then they will be instructed not to bring the computer into class again.
- IPods and consoles are strictly forbidden during timetabled sessions.
- Students must make regular backups of their work – it is your responsibility to make sure that this is done. Files going missing, being corrupted or computer failure are not acceptable excuses for not handing in work.
- Students may only save work in their allocated areas
- Students may not download from the Internet without permission from a member of staff
- Students may not move or borrow equipment from Area51.
- Students are not permitted in the Area51 complex without staff supervision
- Students may not use Area51 to play online games at any time.
Expectations
of Student behaviour at college
On
Campus
· Behaving in an adult manner
· Not spitting or swearing
· Driving vehicles slowly, within the speed limit (5mph)
· Reporting any suspicious/
inappropriate behaviour
· Co-operating with security staff
· Wearing your ID
· Keeping the Campus tidy – using the bins
In
Class
· Respecting the learning environment
· Attending class fully prepared
· No shouting or behaving in a disruptive way
· Treating furniture and equipment with respect
· Submitting work on time in accordance with the College
Policy
The
use of drugs and/or alcohol is not tolerated on Campus.
Course
Attendance and Punctuality
It
is essential that students attend regularly and punctually so that they have
every opportunity to succeed. The minimum attendance required on this
course is 85%, although you should aim to be present 100% of the time.
AC
2.1 Describe the level, structure, content, of his/her programme of study.
My
Extended National Diploma L3 in Multimedia runs over two years and is comprised
of a total of 18 modules. You will study 9 modules per year but many modules
cross over and there will be plenty of opportunity for you to improve your work
and grading over the two years.
Web
Design
Unit
44
You
will develop your understanding of how design, technology and accessibility are
used in the web design industry.
3D
Animation
Unit
52
In
this unit you will have the opportunity to use a 3D animation software
application to produce a 3D animated scene.
Interactive
Media Authoring
Unit
62
You
will learn who uses interactive media authoring.You will also develop an
understanding of the capabilities and interface of interactive media authoring
software and understand and use the main tools and features. You will use
scripting languages associated with interactive media authoring software.
Digital
Video Production for Interactive Media
Unit
66
You
can use this unit to gain experience of producing digital video material and
preparing it for incorporation in an interactive media product such as a DVD,
for web or for mobile device delivery.
Web
Animation for Interactive Media
Unit
53
The
aim of this unit is to develop my practical skills in the creation of
interactive animation designed for web delivery.
Computer
Game Design
Unit
68
You
will use the specialist skills you have developed in other units through
exploring and using media, materials and techniques.
DVD
Menu Design & Authoring
Unit
58
The
material that I collected at the end of year 1 and the ideas I generated will
form the basis for ideas sessions in the first term of year 2. Gradually with
the help of my tutors I will narrow this down to a final theme for my FMP plus
designs for the 4 strands of this work.
Application,
Exploration & Realisation in Art & Design
Unit
6
In
this unit you will develop and extend your specialist subject understanding and
skills, realising
your
creative potential through personal research, experimentation and communication
of ideas using specialist art and design media.
The
Final Major Project-FMP
The
two years of your Extended National Diploma work towards producing a body of
work in the final two terms called the Final Major Project. This is a large
body of work made up of 4 separate products that all fit into a single broad
theme.
AC
2.2 Analyse different methods of assessment used on the programme and describe
three forms of evidence required.
Throughout
my course I will be assessed in a range of ways like presentation, written
reports, interactive media products, notes on production techniques and
observation. Every assignment will have particular assessment criteria for
Pass, Merit and Distinction.
By the time we graduate, different methods of assessment will help us to develop a well- rounded set of abilities.
AC
2.3 Explain the methods of recording progress for the programme.
Our
progress and development is very seriously taken in Area51. It is recorded in
ILP section in Moodle 2. We have 6 one to one progress review sessions with our
personal tutor throughout the year. The progress is recorded in several ways.
One of them is recording according to percentage. It is also recorded via a progress
review number (1=excellent, 2=good, 3=satisfactory, 4=more effort needed) or it
is written, explaining more in depth the progress. The final grading criteria for
different modules are Pass, Merit or Distinction.
AC
2.4 Describe the appeals procedure.
Learner
who wishes to appeal against any decisions made in relation to their assessment
should contact the Head of Learner Services, if the Assessor is not agreed with
the learner. The nature of the appeal should be set out in writing, clearly
explaining the grounds for the appeal.
For
information see this link:
AC
3.1 Summarise the support services available to learners including financial
assistance, transport and emergency situations.
Learners
receive a great number of support services. Learning Centre is a support for
learning in order the learner to get the best possible results. Induction helps
you to understand what you are going to do on your new course. Special Learning
Difficulties helps learners who need additional learning support or have
disability. Student Services can help you with questions such as grants, ID
cards, transport and other matters not directly related to your course. Careers
Wales Gwent is a resource centre where you can find information about higher
education and employment as well as careers and university course. The Coleg
Gwent Counselling Service will support you in making your own decisions if you
have any problems in your life. Bilingual champion: Kelly Young will give the
information about what is available in your campus in Welsh. Full-time learners may be able to get free or
subsidised travel during college time, and reduced fares in the evenings and at
weekends. Hot and cold food is available in the canteen at Coleg Gwent campus
as well as vending machines. Also, you can get financial support. You have to
familiarize yourself and adhere to the college fire/emergency and first aid
procedures.
AC
3.2 Analyse the sources of learning support available.
AC
3.3 Explain the role of the personal tutor in terms of providing academic and
pastoral support.
All
full time learners will have a personal tutor, who will provide accessible and
informed
guidance
and support to address their needs in terms of their academic progress,
personal
development and career development.
AC
4.1 Assess own study skills and decide how to use these to improve performance.
Using my strengths, I am going to improve my weaknesses
and threats. For example, working hard will give me more experience and more confidence
in my abilities. My ability to manage time will help me not to be stressed when
I have to do many tasks for the same time. Competitors will not be my threats
anymore if I am confident in my knowledge, punctual and professional.
AC
4.2 Identify target grades.
Here are my target grades. All of them are distinctions
as I always tend to achieve best results. I am going to do it, using my strengths.
AC
4.3 Develop an agreed individual learning plan with tutor.
Smart
Targets
I am going to achieve my targets on time, being more
organized and managing my time properly. I find it hard doing many tasks on the
same time and I have to work on it as multitasking is a very important part of
the working process.
My
Learning Pathway
I am going to achieve my
aims mainly working hard.
AC
5.1 Describe the Health and Safety regulation within the College.
All
of the students have to:
•
observe all instructions, whether written or verbal, given to ensure personal
safety
and the safety of others
•
conduct themselves at all times in an orderly manner and refrain from any form
of
horseplay use all safety equipment and/or
protective clothing as instructed, reporting
any loss or defect to their lecturer
•
not to interfere or misuse any equipment provided for health and safety
purposes
•
report all hazards to their lecturer
•
report all accidents to their lecturer, whether injury is sustained or not
•
be familiar with the emergency evacuation procedure, and the location of fire
alarm
points and emergency equipment
•
place all used paper in one of the blue paper recycling bins
AC
5.2 Explain the procedures to follow in case of fire and accident.
If
you see a Fire:
•
raise the alarm immediately by activating the nearest fire alarm call point
•
evacuate the building by the safest and nearest fire escape route
If
you hear the alarm:
•
leave by the nearest fire exit
•
do not run or panic
•
go to your designated assembly point
•
do not go back into the building until you are told that it is safe to do so
First Aid
If
you need First Aid treatment, speak to the lecturer taking your class.
If
you are not in class when the incident occurs, contact the campus
main
reception.
