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2019 Student Guide
www.nic.bc.ca
Everything you need to know
about being a student at
North Island CollegeIT’S ALL RIGHT HERE
We know that becoming a student can be
exciting and difficult to navigate all at the
same time. That’s why we created this Student
Guide to make sure you have the answers you
need to feel well-informed and prepared.
Here, you’ll find everything from how to
make course changes and pay for your tuition
to figuring out what you’re allowed to bring
to your exams and how to apply to graduate.
There is a lot you need to know, but don’t panic.
If you ever have questions or prefer guidance
by phone or in person, your student services
team is always available and happy to help.
WELCOME TO NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE
nic.bc.caCONTENTS
Your Guide to Exam Schedule...............................................16 Education Council....................................... 23
North Island College................ 2 Distance Course Exams...............................16 Board of Governors.................................... 23
Our Mission.....................................................2 Arranging an On-Campus Distance Exam..16 Parking.......................................................... 23
Our Vision for the Future.............................2 Arranging an Off-Campus Exam.............16 Food .............................................................. 23
Our Focus is Your Success............................2 Scheduled Course Exams...........................16 Transportation............................................ 23
Student Responsibility.................................2 Learning Strategies......................................16 Bike Racks..................................................... 23
Confidentiality of your Record...................2 Academic Awards....................................... 17 Gender Neutral Washrooms.................... 23
Release of Information Proxy.....................2 Medal Awards................................................17 Child Care..................................................... 23
President’s Award Smoking Areas............................................ 23
Schedules & Deadlines - for Academic Excellence.............................17 Cannabis Use............................................... 23
Key Dates.................................... 3 Dean’s Honour Roll.......................................17 Housing......................................................... 23
Programs with Varying Start Dates and President’s Community
Distance Courses ..........................................3 Engagement Award.....................................17 College Policies
Programs and Courses with Term-based Graduation................................................... 17 & Guidelines............................. 24
Start Dates......................................................5 1. Register........................................................17 Guidelines and Student Conduct........... 24
Contact Us.................................. 9 2. Attend the Ceremony.............................17 1-01 Freedom of Information/Protection
3. Get your Credentials...............................17 of Privacy Act (FIPPA) ..................................24
MyNIC....................................... 10 Online forms................................................ 17 2-08 Human Rights......................................24
Computers for Student Use..................... 10 3-06 Community Code of Conduct.........25
myNIC............................................................ 10 Student Services..................... 18 3-08 President’s Award...............................25
Log In.................................................................10 Advisors........................................................ 18 3-17 Instructional Accommodation
Forgot your user ID . ....................................10 Appointment booking.................................18 and Access Services for Students with
Forgot or Reset your Password.................10 Counselling.................................................. 18 Disabilities.......................................................25
Using myNIC................................................ 11 Services.............................................................18 3-19 Attendance and Performance
myNIC web parts .........................................11 Limits of Confide tiality.............................18 in Courses and Programs ..........................25
Student email................................................11 Spiritual and Religious Diversity..............18 3-21 Dean’s Honour Roll . ..........................25
BlackBoard Learn ....................................... 11 Aboriginal Student Services................ 18 3-30 Student Appeals . ...............................25
Having problems logging on? ........... 11 Elders in Residence................................ 19 3-31 Student Complaint Resolution..........25
Student Technical Services ...................... 11 Aboriginal Student Lounges................ 19 3-33 Evaluation of Student Performance...25
Student Planning........................................ 11 Support Services for Students with 3-34 Sexual Violence and Misconduct.....25
Your NIC App ............................................... 11 Disabilities............................................... 19 3-35 Course Outline.....................................26
Invigilation Services.............................. 19 3-36 President’s Community
Registration to Graduation... 12 Student Employment Services................ 19 Engagement Award ....................................26
Registration.................................................. 12 Co-operative Education............................ 19 4-04 Tuition, Fees And Refunds . .............26
Registration Period.......................................12 Internships................................................... 19 4-06 Student Audit.......................................26
1. Understand Course Codes Financial Aid ............................................... 19 4-09 Registration...........................................26
and Delivery Methods..........................12 Student Loans and Grants ........................19 4-16 Mature Student Status.....................26
2. Choose Your Courses ..............................13 Sponsorships..................................................20 4-17 Admission ............................................26
3. Timetable Your Courses . .......................13 Financial Awards ....................................... 20 Health and Safety....................................... 27
4. Register in Your Courses . ......................13 Scholarships and Bursaries........................20 First Aid and Safety......................................27
5. Protect your GPA . ....................................13 Library & Learning Commons (LLC)........ 20 Liability Waivers............................................27
Residency Requirement............................ 14 Research...........................................................20 Field Trips.........................................................27
Transfer Credits........................................... 14 Math Support.................................................20 WorksafeBC Coverage.................................27
Recognition for Prior Learning (PLA).......14 Student Technical Services........................20 Emergencies...................................................27
Tuition and Fees.......................................... 14 Peer Tutoring..................................................20 First Aid............................................................27
Making a Payment........................................14 Writing Support............................................20 Human Rights................................................27
Understanding Your Fees...........................14 Printing and Photocopying........................21 Diversity...........................................................27
Tax Receipts (T2202A)............................... 15 Online Resources........................................ 21 Policies and Procedures..............................27
Student Identification Cards................... 15 Safe Harbour .................................................27
Textbooks..................................................... 15 Office of Glo l Engagement.. 21 Scent Free Policy............................................27
Campus Stores...............................................15 Internationalization at Home................ 21 Emergencies and Closures....................... 28
Orientation.................................................. 15 Study Abroad..................................................21 Emergencies...................................................28
International Student Orientation........ 15 Services for International Students........21 Closures............................................................28
Student Records.......................................... 15
Student Life............................. 22 NOTE: This Student Guide is published
Grade Point Average (GPA).........................16
Student Ambassadors............................... 22 before the beginning of the academic year,
My Progress.....................................................16
Students’ Union.......................................... 22 and while every attempt has been made to
Transcripts.................................................... 16 ensure the accuracy of its content, it may
Student Leadership ................................... 22
Exams............................................................ 16 be amended from time to time. Check our
OGE Peer Mentors...................................... 22
website for up-to-date information.
Questions? Email questions@nic.bc.ca or call 1-800-715-0914 today. 1YOUR GUIDE TO NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE
Welcome. We’re glad you’ve chosen to study with us. At NIC, you’ll have the best
possible instruction and learning environment as well as the opportunity to join a
supportive community focused on your success. This Student Guide was created to
assist you in navigating your journey as a North Island College student.
OUR MISSION STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
North Island College is committed to meeting the education and It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of College policies
training needs of adults within its service region by: providing high regarding your conduct, attendance, performance, registration and
quality, affordable higher education and skills training, collaborating any other related policies.
with our partners to create pathways to learning, and empowering
individuals to achieve their full potential. CONFIDENTIALITY OF YOUR RECORD
Only you can add/drop courses, pay fees, or inquire about your
OUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE student record. That means your parents, spouse, or friend cannot
North Island College holds a vision of being a premier community conduct business for you without official onsent.
and destination college, in a spectacular west-coast environment,
that inspires and prepares students for success in a rapidly RELEASE OF INFORMATION PROXY
changing world. You can give another person access to your account by submitting
a Proxy/Release of Information form which is available online or at
OUR FOCUS IS YOUR SUCCESS your local campus.
Student Services provides a wide range of services and resources
to help you reach your goals. Throughout your time at North Island
College, you’ll find e’re here to help not just with admission,
registration, and advising, but with everything from random
information and directions to firs aid and security.
2 2 0 1 9 ST U DENT G UIDESCHEDULES & DEADLINES – KEY DATES
Do you know when you need to pay your tuition or when your reading break is? Not all
NIC programs follow the same schedule. Keep track of your program’s registration, fee
payment and withdrawal deadlines, fall and winter breaks, exam schedule, and more.
PROGRAMS WITH VARYING START DATES Early Childhood Care & Education
AND DISTANCE COURSES Early Childhood Care & Education Certificate:
North Island College offers a wide range of programs with varying • Full fees are due approximately 3 weeks prior to start of
schedules and deadlines. Please ensure that you are following the the program. Dates are provided in your admission letter.
timelines associated with your program. For more information or • Last day to drop for refund is 10 days from the start date
guidance, please contact Student Services. of the program.
Applied Business Technology • Fall reading break is Thursday, November 7
to Friday, November 8, 2019.
Office Assistant I certificate, Administrative Assistant certificate, • Winter break is December 25, 2019 to January 1, 2020
Computing Accounting Assistant certificate, Office Management inclusive. Winter classes start January 6, 2020.
certificate:
• Spring reading break TBA.
• Students registering from May to September for the Fall, • All stat holidays apply.
Winter, Spring and Summer terms must pay full fees by
Early Childhood Care & Education Diploma:
4:00 pm by the due date of each term (see below).
• Students registering during the terms must pay full fees at • Full fees are due approximately 3 weeks prior to start of
the time of registration. the program. Dates are provided in your admission letter.
• Last day to drop for refund is within 10% of the course. Last • Last day to drop for refund is 10 days from the start date
day to withdraw without academic penalty is within 25% of of the program.
the course. • Fall reading break is Thursday, November 7
• Term start dates: to Friday, November 8, 2019.
2019FA – Tuesday, September 3rd • Winter break is December 25, 2019 to January 1, 2020
2020WI – Monday, January 6th
inclusive.
2020SP – Monday, May 4th
2020SU – Monday, July 6th • Winter term starts January 6, 2020.
• All stat holidays apply.
Questions? Email questions@nic.bc.ca or call 1-800-715-0914 today. 3SCHEDULES & DEADLINES – KEY DATES
Health & Human Services Trades & Technology
Health Care Assistant Certificate: Aircraft Structures Technician (AME-S), Aquaculture Technician
Certificate, Aquaculture Technician Diploma, Automotive Service
• Full fees are due approximately 3 weeks prior to start of the
Technician Foundation Harmonized, Carpentry Foundation
program. Dates are provided in your admission letter.
Harmonized, Culinary Business Operations Diploma,
• Last day to drop for refund is 10 days from the start date of Culinary Business Operations Advanced Diploma, Electrician
the program. Foundation Harmonized, Heavy Mechanical Foundation,
• Winter break is December 25, 2019 to January 1, 2020 Joinery/Cabinetmaking Foundation, Metal Fabrication Foundation,
inclusive. Plumbing & Piping Foundation, Professional Cook 1, 2, 3,
• Winter classes start January 6, 2020. Welding Foundation Harmonized:
• All stat holidays apply. No reading breaks. • Typically full fees are due 3 weeks prior to start of the
program. Dates are provided in your admission letter.
Practical Nursing Diploma
• Last day to drop for refund is 10 days from the
• Full fees for the firs term are due 3 weeks prior to start of the start date of program.
program. Dates are provided in your admission letter.
• Winter break is December 25, 2019 to January 1, 2020
• Last day to drop for refund is 10 days from the start date of inclusive.
the term.
• Winter classes start January 6, 2020.
• Winter break December 25, 2019 – January 1, 2020 inclusive.
• All stat holidays apply. No reading breaks.
• Winter classes start January 6, 2020.
Apprenticeship Technical Training
Animal Care Aide Certific te &
Carpenter Apprenticeship Harmonized, Electrician Apprenticeship,
Hospital Unit Clerk Certific te Heavy Mechanical Apprenticeship, Plumbing Apprenticeship,
• Full fees are due 3 weeks prior to start of the program. Dates Welding Apprenticeship Harmonized :
are provided in your admission letter.
• Full fees are due 60 days prior to the start day of your course.
• Last day to drop for refund is 14 days prior to the start date of
the program. • Last day to drop for refund is 28 days prior to start of course.
• Schedule of training dates can be found at
Activity Assistant Certific te: www.tradestrainingbc.ca
• Full fees are due 3 weeks prior to start of the program. Dates
are provided in your admission letter.
University Studies
Electronics Technician Core, Industrial Automation Technician
• Last day to drop for refund is 14 days prior to the start date of
the program. • Typically full fees are due 3 weeks prior to start of the
• Last day to withdraw without academic penalty is within program. Dates are provided in your admission letter.
60% of the program. • Last day to drop for refund is 10 days from the start
date of program.
Tourism & Hospitality • Last day to withdraw without academic penalty
Hospitality Distance Learning: is within 60% of the program.
• Full fees are due at the time of registration. • Winter break is December 25, 2019 to
• Last day to drop for refund is 10 days from course start date. January 1, 2020 inclusive.
• Winter classes start January 6, 2020.
• All stat holidays apply. No reading breaks.
4 20 1 9 ST U DEN T G UIDESCHEDULES & DEADLINES – KEY DATES
University Studies Distance PROGRAMS AND COURSES
North Island College offers three types of distance courses for WITH TERM-BASED START DATES
which different deadlines apply. Distance courses may be offered
The following North Island College programs and courses are
fully online or paper-based or a combination of the two.
guided by the term-based schedule and deadlines listed in the
Flexible distance courses: calendar of dates in this section of the guide:
(Identified with an ‘F’ as the 3rd letter in the section code eg: CVF1) Upgrading & Special Programs
• Last day to register is the Friday of the 6th week for both the
Adult Basic Education courses, Academic English Language Program.
fall and winter terms.
Business
• Last day for tuition refunds or to change status (credit/ audit)
is 30 calendar days after the student start date. Business Administration certific te, diploma, degrees and post
degree diploma.
• Last day to withdraw without academic penalty is 60% from
student start date. Fine Arts & Design
• Last day to submit all course requirements is the second Friday of Fine Arts diploma, Interactive Media programs (Web Design diploma,
February (fall term) and the second Friday of June (winter term). Web & Mobile Application diploma, Communication Design diploma,
• Exams are scheduled on an individual student basis. Advanced Communication Design diploma), Mobile Application
Development diploma, Metal Jewellery Design certific te.
Lock-step distance courses: Tourism & Hospitality
(Identified with an “L” as the 3rd letter in the section code eg: CVL1)
• Term-based schedule and deadlines apply. Tourism & Hospitality Management certific te and diploma,
Global Tourism & Hospitality Management advanced certific te
Continuous entry/exit distance courses: and advanced diploma.
(Identified with a ‘W’ as the 3rd letter in the section code eg: CVW1) Health & Community Care
• Last day for tuition refunds is 10 days from student start date.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, Human Services programs
• Last day to withdraw without academic penalty is 60% from (Education Assistant/Community Support certific tes, Human
student start date. Services diploma, Social Service diploma).
Distance University Studies & transfer
(Identified with a ‘D’ as the 3rd letter in the section code eg: CVD1) Associate of Arts and Science degrees, Criminology diploma,
• A distance course that does not follow term based timelines. University Studies courses.
Add/drop and withdrawal dates may vary depending on
program area.
Withdrawal Without Academic Penalty
Programs that are longer than 13 weeks in length with varying start
and end dates will have within 60% of the program to withdraw
without academic penalty.
Questions? Email questions@nic.bc.ca or call 1-800-715-0914 today. 5SCHEDULES & DEADLINES – KEY DATES | TERM BASED DATES
WINTER TERM 2019
JANUARY 2019 FEBRUARY 2019 MARCH 2019 APRIL 2019
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
30 31 1 2 3 4 5 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 31 1 2 3 4 5 6
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
27 28 29 30 31 1 2 24 25 26 27 28 1 2 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 1 2 3 4
31 1 2 3 4 5 6
Jan 2 First Day of Winter Term. No Classes. Feb 8 Last day to register for Apr 1 Timetable Posted for Fall and
All fees must be paid in full and all flexible distance courses. Mar 18-22 Reading Break - Early Winter Terms
prerequisites met by 4 pm. Feb 18 Family Day, College closed. Childhood Care & Education Apr 4-10 Last week of classes.
International Student Orientation. certificate and diploma
Feb 19-22 Reading Break for ABE, BSAM, Apr 13-26 Winter final exams.
Jan 3 First Day of Classes for Winter Term. Interactive Media, Fine Arts, Apr 19 Good Friday,
Jan 8 Last day for waitlisted students to Human Services, Bachelor of College Closed
claim seats; remaining waitlists will be Science in Nursing, University
cleared at 4 pm. Studies, AELP Apr 22 Easter Monday,
College Closed.
Jan 11 Last day to register, apply for refund, Feb 19 Winter Exam Schedule Posted.
change from credit to audit. Last day to register for ABE at
the Port Alberni and Mount
Waddington campuses.
Feb 27 Last day to withdraw without
academic penalty.
SPRING TERM 2019 SUMMER TERM 2019
MAY 2019 JUNE 2019 JULY 2019 AUGUST 2019
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
28 29 30 1 2 3 4 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 28 29 30 31 1 2 3
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
26 27 28 29 30 31 1 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 29 30 31 1 2 4 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
30 1 2 3 4 5 6
May 1 First day of classes: 7-week spring term Jul 1 Canada Day, College closed. Aug 2 Last day to withdraw without
and 14-week spring/summer term. Jun 7 Last Day to Withdraw Without academic penalty:
All fees must be paid in full and all Jul 2 Summer term begins.
Academic Penalty: Classes begin. All fees must 7-week Summer intersession
prerequisites met by 4 pm.
7-week Spring intersession be paid in full and all Aug 5 BC Day, College closed.
May 6 Last day for waitlisted students in
7-week Spring term courses to claim Jun 10 Exam Schedule posted: prerequisites met by 4 pm.
Aug 6-16 Final exams:
seats. Remaining waitlists cleared 14-week Spring/Summer term Jul 4 Last day for waitlisted 14-week Spring/Summer term
at 4 pm. students to claim seats;
Jun 10-14 Last Week of Classes: Aug 12-16 Last week of classes:
May 7 Last Day to Register, Apply for Refund, remaining waitlists will be
Change From Credit to Audit in 7-week 7-week Spring intersession. 7-week Summer intersession
cleared at 4 pm.
Spring term courses. Jun 21 Last date to withdraw without Aug 13 Last day to pay all fees for Fall
May 7 Last day for waitlisted students to academic penalty. Jul 8 Last day to register, apply
Limited Entry Programs.
claim seats for 14-week Spring/ 14-week Spring/Summer for refund, change from
Summer term. Remaining waitlists term credit to audit. Aug 17-23 Final exams:
will be cleared at 4 pm. 7-week Summer intersession.
Jun 15-21 Final exams: Jul 15 Exam Schedule Posted:
May 10 Last day to register, apply for refund Aug 26-30 International student
or change from credit to audit: 7-week Spring intersession. 7-week Summer intersession
orientation
14-week Spring/Summer term Jun 27-28 Reading Break: 14-week Jul 29-Aug 2 Last week of classes: 14-week
May 13 Continuing Student Registration Begins Spring/Summer term Spring/Summer term
for Fall and Winter Terms. (no classes).
May 15 Exam schedule posted:
7-week Spring intersession.
May 20 Victoria Day, College closed .
May 27 New student registration begins
for Fall and Winter terms.
6 2 0 1 9 ST U DENT G UIDESCHEDULES & DEADLINES – KEY DATES | TERM BASED DATES
FALL TERM 2019
SEPTEMBER 2019 OCTOBER 2019 NOVEMBER 2019 DECEMBER 2019
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
1 2 3 4 5 6 1 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 1
8 9 10 11 12 13 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 8 9 10 11 12 13 8
15 16 17 18 19 20 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 15 16 17 18 19 20 15
22 23 24 25 26 27 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 22 23 24 25 26 27 22
29 30 1 2 3 4 5 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Sep 2 Labour Day , college closed. Oct 11 Last day to register for Nov 7-8 Fall Reading Break Dec 2-6 Last week of classes.
flexible distance courses.
Sep 3 Orientation Day - no regular scheduled Nov 11 Remembrance Day – Dec 9-21 Final exams.
classes. First day of Fall term. All fees Oct 14 Thanksgiving Day, college closed.
Dec 25/19-Jan 1/20
must be paid in full and all prerequisites college closed.
met by 4 pm. Winter break – College closed.
Oct 15 Fall exam schedule posted.
Sep 4 Fall classes begin.
Oct 25 Last day to withdraw
Sep 9 Last day for waitlisted students to without academic penalty.
claim seats; remaining waitlists will be
cleared at 4 pm.
Sep 12 Last day to register, apply for refund,
change from credit to audit.
Sep 30 Last day to opt-out of NISU Health and
Dental Benefits.
WINTER TERM 2020
JANUARY 2020 FEBRUARY 2020 MARCH 2020 APRIL 2020
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
29 30 31 1 2 3 4 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 9 10 11 12 13 8 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 15 16 17 18 19 20 15 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 22 23 24 25 26 27 22 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30 31 1 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 26 27 28 29 30 1 2
Jan 2-3 Orientation for Feb 14 Last day to register for Apr 6 Timetable posted for the
International students. flexible distance courses. fall/winter terms.
Jan 6 First Day of Winter term. Winter classes Feb 14 Last day to register in ABE Apr 6-9 Last week of classes:
begin. All fees must be paid in full and continuous entry/exit (Port winter term.
all prerequisites met by 4 pm Alberni and Mount Waddington Apr 10 Good Friday,
Jan 13 Last day for waitlisted students to campuses only) College Closed.
claim seats; remaining waitlists will be Feb 17 Family Day, College closed. Apr 13 Easter Monday,
cleared at 4 pm Feb 18-21 Reading break - no classes College Closed.
Jan 15 Last day to register, apply for refund, Feb 18 Winter exam schedule posted Apr 14-27 Winter final exams.
change from credit to audit.
Feb 28 Last day to withdraw without
Jan 31 Last day to opt-out of NISU Health and academic penalty.
Dental Benefits.
7 20 1 9 ST U DEN T G UIDE Questions? Email questions@nic.bc.ca or call 1-800-715-0914 today. 7SCHEDULES & DEADLINES – KEY DATES | TERM BASED DATES
SPRING TERM 2020 SUMMER TERM 2020
MAY 2020 JUNE 2020 JULY 2020 AUGUST 2020
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
26 27 28 29 30 1 2 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 28 29 30 31 1 2 3
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
31 1 2 3 4 5 6
Jul 1 Canada Day, College closed. Aug 3-7 Last week of classes:
May 4 First day of 7-week Spring term Jul 2-3 Reading Break: 14-week Spring
Jun 15-19 Last week of classes:
and 14-week Spring intersession. 14-week Spring intersession . intersession
7-week Spring term.
All fees must be paid in full and all Aug 3 BC Day, College closed.
prerequisites met by 4 pm. Jun 15 14-week Spring intersession Jul 6 First day of Summer term.
exam schedule posted. All fees must be paid in full and Aug 10-22 Final exams:
May 6 Last day for waitlisted students to claim all prerequisites met by 4 pm. 14-week Spring
seats: 7-week Spring term. Remaining Jun 22-27 Final exams:
Jul 8 Last day for waitlisted students to intersession.
waitlists will be cleared at 4 pm. 7-week Spring Term.
claim seats: 7-week Summer term. Aug 11 Last day to pay fees
May 8 Last day to register, apply for refund, Jun 26 Last day to withdraw without
Remaining waitlists will be cleared for Fall Limited Entry
change from credit to audit: academic penalty:
at 4 pm. Programs.
7-week Spring term. 14-week Spring intersession
Jul 10 Last day to register, apply Aug 17-21 Last week of classes:
May 11 Continuing student registration begins for refund, change from 7-week Summer term.
for Fall and Winter terms. credit to audit:
Aug 24-29 Final exams:
May 11 Last day for waitlisted students 7-week Summer Term.
7-week Summer term
to claim seats: 14-week Spring Jul 20 Summer exam schedule posted.
intersession. Remaining waitlists
will be cleared at 4 pm. Jul 31 Last day to withdraw without
academic penalty:
May 13 Last day to register, apply for refund 7-week Summer term.
or change from credit to audit:
14-week Spring intersession
May 18 Victoria Day, College closed.
May 19 Spring exam schedule posted.
May 25 New student registration begins
for Fall and Winter terms.
May 29 Last day to withdraw
without academic penalty:
14-week Spring intersession
8 20 1 9 ST U DENT G UIDECONTACT US
All Communities Port Alberni
Information/Registration (toll-free in BC)........1-800-715-0914 Port Alberni Campus
North Island College Online......................................www.nic.bc.ca 3699 Roger Street, Port Alberni BC V9Y 8E3
NIC Employee Student Services/Registration..................................250-724-8711
Directory...............www.nic.bc.ca/about-us/contact-us/directory Fax......................................................................................250-724-8700
Inquiries............................................................... questions@nic.bc.ca Educational Advisors (Education & Financial Aid)....250-724-8711
Office of Global Engageme t............................... study@nic.bc.ca Counsellors.....................................................................250-724-8711
............................................................................................250-334-5033 Aboriginal Education Advisor...................................250-724-8711
Peer Tutoring.........................................................tutoring@nic.bc.ca Campus Store................................................................ 250-724-8720
Library & Learning Commons...................................250-724-8733
Campbell River
Facilities...........................................................................250-724-8711
Campbell River Campus
Tebo Vocational Centre
1685 South Dogwood Street, Campbell River BC V9W 8C1
4781 Tebo Avenue, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 6X7
Student Services/Registration..................................250-923-9700
Tel ......................................................................................250-724-8738
Fax......................................................................................250-923-9703
Fax . ...................................................................................250-723-4573
Educational Advisors (Education & Financial Aid)...250-923-9700
Counsellors.....................................................................250-923-9700
Port Hardy
Aboriginal Education Advisor...................................250-923-9700
Mount Waddington Regional Campus
Employment Service Advisor....................................250-923-9739
PO Box 901, 140 - 8950 Granville Street, Port Hardy BC V0N 2P0
Campus Store.................................................................250-923-9705
Student Services/Registration . ...............................250-949-7912
Library & Learning Commons...................................250-923-9785
Fax . ...................................................................................250-949-2617
Facilities...........................................................................250-923-9700
Educational Advisors (Education & Financial Aid)....250-949-7912
Forest Circle Childcare.................................................250-923-4440
Facilities...........................................................................250-949-7912
Vigar Vocational Centre
2780 Vigar Road, Campbell River, BC V9W 6A3 Ucluelet
Tel ......................................................................................250-923-9794
Ucluelet Centre
Fax......................................................................................250-830-0816
PO Box 198, 10 – 1636 Peninsula Road, Ucluelet BC V0R 3A0
Comox Valley Information/Registration...........................................250-726-2697
Comox Valley Campus Fax......................................................................................250-726-2698
2300 Ryan Road, Courtenay BC V9N 8N6
Inquiries toll-free in BC...........................................1-800-715-0914
Student Services/Registration..................................250-334-5000
Fax . ...................................................................................250-334-5018
Educational Advisors (Education & Financial Aid)...250-334-5000
Counsellors.....................................................................250-334-5000
Aboriginal Education Advisor...................................250-334-5000
Employment Service Advisor....................................250-334-5076
Campus Store.................................................................250-334-5013
Library & Learning Commons...................................250-334-5037
Facilities...........................................................................250-334-5000
Comox Valley Aquatic Centre....................................250-334-2527
Beaufort Children’s Centre........................................250-897-1223
Looking for a specific No th Island College employee or department?
www.nic.bc.ca/about-us/contact-us/directory
Enquiries toll-free in BC: 1-800-715-0914
Questions? Email questions@nic.bc.ca or call 1-800-715-0914 today. 9myNIC
North Island College uses a number of technologies to serve the educational needs
of our students. For most of our courses and programs, you will need to have access
to a computer connected to the internet and be able to operate a variety of software
applications. If you do not have access to the necessary technology, you may
access computers at campus locations such as the Library & Learning Commons
and Computer Labs. If you are a distance student or are unable to attend one of our
facilities, you will be expected to provide your own computer and internet connection.
COMPUTERS FOR STUDENT USE Log In
North Island College students are provided with access to Access myNIC Login online at
computers which can be found in the Library & Learning Commons www.nic.bc.ca/life-at-nic/mynic/ or
and Computer Labs. Students should inquire at their local campus click myNIC link located in the upper
for availability and scheduling details. right hand corner on the North Island
College website www.nic.bc.ca.
Wireless internet is widely available for student use at all North
Island College campuses. To log-on, users will be required to use Type in your user ID and password.
their NIC username and password to access wireless at NIC. Users Your user ID and password were sent
should only have to log-on once and then connect automatically to you at the time of your application.
afterwards. If you experience issues, please contact Student
Technical Support. Forgot your user ID
Your user ID is your student number
myNIC preceded by a small letter ‘n’. eg:
n0123456
myNIC is your account at North Island College. You can manage
your classes, print your schedule, pay for your courses, and check Forgot or Reset your Password
your grades online and more. Through myNIC you have access to
From the log in page, click on ‘Forgot your password’. A new
self-service student email, personal digital storage, BlackBoard
temporary password will be emailed to your personal email
Learn , team sites, and Learning Communities for staying
address. Be sure to click on ‘I want to change my password after
connected. A calendar is also included to help you organize your
logging on’ to create your own personal password.
time and announcements for staying up to date on important
information.
10 2 0 1 9 ST U DENT G UIDE Questions? Email questions@nic.bc.ca or call 1-800-715-0914 today. 10myNIC
Using myNIC BLACKBOARD LEARN
myNIC is made up of the following web parts: is an online educational tool designed to
enhance student-instructor and student-student
Student email: Located in the upper right hand corner of your
communication by providing a centralized area to
myNIC homepage is your student email account. Communication
access classes and class information. It enables instructors to put
from NIC will be sent to your student email account. myNIC FAQ
up course materials, tests, web links, discussion forums, blogs, wikis
are available to help you to activate your email account after your
and announcements on the Internet for easy access by students.
initial log in if you have not already done so. FAQ also includes
Blackboard Learn is accessible via your web browser or available as
instructions to forward your NIC email to your personal email
an app for your Android or Apple mobile device.
address should you wish to do so.
If your instructor uses BlackBoard Learn, you will see it and the
Please check your email frequently for important information from courses you are enrolled in on your myNIC site.
North Island College staff and faculty.
Self Service: Here you can register for courses, make payments, Having problems logging on?
view grades, order transcripts, evaluate your program and more. • Ensure your Java is updated.
Click on the drop down arrows to expand and view the multiple You can do this by going to www.java.com/en
self-serve options.
• Adobe Reader will need to be updated as well.
My Week/My To Do: The My Week and My To Do web parts
You can do this by going to http://get.adobe.com/reader
summarize information from your student mailbox and personal
calendar entries as well as the meeting times for courses you are
enrolled in. STUDENT TECHNICAL SERVICES
Announcements/News/Events If you are still experiencing technical problems logging on,
• Announcements - NIC will post announcements here. you can contact tech services three easy ways:
Check often for important information. 1. At the Student Technical Services website:
• News - Links to all the NIC news. Keep up with us and what is libguides.nic.bc.ca/studenttech (preferred)
happening around campus. 2. In-Person at the Student Technical Services desk located
• Events - Links to the NIC calendar of events. in the Comox Valley Library & Learning Commons (during
available hours)
myNIC FAQ’s: Find answers to some of the most frequently asked
3. By calling 250-334-5010
questions. If you’re having difficulty using yNIC,
browse through this information, and you may find the
answer you need. STUDENT PLANNING
My Bookmarks: Provides links to the following resources: Student Planning can be accessed from Self-Service. Student
• Election Rules and Regulations planning allows you to plan all course requirements for your
program before registration opens. Plan for the year or plan for your
• Exam Schedule
full diploma or degree. By checking your course prerequisites, you
• Key Dates can plan all your courses into the correct terms. Once registration
• Library & Learning Commons opens just choose your section and with one click of a button you’re
• NIC Advising Syllabus registered in all your courses for that academic year. You can add,
drop or make changes as required.
• NIC Employee Directory
Student Planning also allows you to view your academic progress.
• NIC Forms
Click on ‘Go to My Progress’ to see how far along you are, what
• Student Employment Services courses are missing.
• Student Guide
Educational Advisors are here to help you plan.
• Student Policies www.nic.bc.ca/student-services/advising
• Student Technical Services
You can also save your own links in this list under My Links. YOUR NIC APP
OneDrive: Access your personal files online whe ever you have online The NIC app allows you to access many of the services supported by
access. myNIC from your mobile device. Log in with your myNIC user name
My Team Sites: Here are program areas, interest groups and and password. Use the app to register for courses, view tuition
other community groups that may have “Learning Communities”. balances and make payments. Access Blackboard Learn, your
These Learning Communities are areas where group members can timetable and assignment deadlines and academic schedules and
collaborate online for discussions, document sharing, etc. deadlines. You can also view your grades, read the latest NIC news
and access campus maps and the NIC directory.
Questions? Email questions@nic.bc.ca or call 1-800-715-0914 today. 11REGISTRATION TO GRADUATION
This section will guide you through from registration to graduation and
everything in between.
REGISTRATION For example:
Once you have paid your non-refundable tuition deposit BIO 160L CVS1N
(not required for Apprenticeships or ABE), you can register in your
classes. • BIO – the subject is Biology
If you are in one of the following programs, you must firs see an • 160 – a one-hundred level/firs -year course
educational advisor before registering in classes: L – indicates the course is a lab
• CV – location (in this case, the Comox Valley)
• Applied Business Technology programs
• S – the delivery method
• Adult Basic Education (in this case, a scheduled class)
Registration Period • 1 – the number of the section offered
(in this case, the first
Registration begins in May for the academic year that begins in
September and ends on the last day of the add-drop period for each • N – if there is a fi th digit, it is a reserved section
term. View Key Dates on myNIC for your program’s registration (in this case, reserved for nursing students). Examples of
period. other codes: B=Business, C=Communication, F=Fine Arts,
I=Web Development, T=Tourism, U=Human Services
1. Understand course codes
and delivery methods
Locations
Course codes are composed of three parts: the subject, the level
and the section. • CV – Comox Valley
• CR – Campbell River
• PA – Port Alberni
• PH – Mount Waddington (Port Hardy)
• UC – Ucluelet
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Delivery methods describe how a class is presented and are 3. Timetable your courses
indicated in the section part of the course code.
After making a list of courses you want to register in,
• Scheduled (S) – Instructors teach course content face-to-face access Student Planning.
through lectures, laboratories, seminars and other methods
at regularly set days and times. • If you are building your timetable prior to the timetable being
open, you can start by adding all the courses to the terms
• Interactive Television (T) – Also referred to as ITV, these that you want to take them in. The term in which to plan
courses are scheduled courses that are linked by television them will be determined by the course prerequisites.
with students at one or more campus. The instructor is
located at one of these campuses. • Once the timetable is open you can now select the sections
for the course(s).
• Continuous Entry/Exit (C) – Students regularly attend
classes but proceed through course material at their own • If there are reserved sections for your program ensure you
pace, subject to completion deadlines. Students may enroll choose those.
throughout the semester until the last day of registration for • Educational Advisors are here to help you timetable.
the course or program area. www.nic.bc.ca/student-services/advising
• Distance (D) – A distance course that does not follow term
based timelines. Add/drop and withdrawal dates may vary 4. Register in your courses
depending on program area. Once you have timetabled all your courses and registration dates
• Lock-Step Distance (L) – A distance course that follows all the have open, click the Register All button to register in all your
same timelines for assignments and exams and completion courses.
as a scheduled course. Waitlists: If a course is full, you will be added to the waitlist.
• Flexible Distance (F) – A distance course where students work Once a space has opened, enrollment will happen automatically
through course material at their own pace within a specific and you will be notified via our North Island College email. It is
timeframe. your responsibility to drop the course if you no longer wish to be
enrolled in it.
• Web-Based (W) – An online distance course where work and
assignments are completed entirely online. These courses NOTE: If you are registered in a course, you may NOT waitlist for a
typically follow the scheduled course timelines. different section of that course.
• Blended (B) – Blended learning occurs when a course is If you are still on the waitlist by firs week of class, you may attend
organized so that a portion of the class will occur face to face the class in case a seat becomes available during the add/drop
in either a physical or virtual classroom and the remainder is period. This does not apply to labs or Fine Arts courses.
delivered using online tools.
5. Be a responsible student –
2. Choose your courses protect your Grade Point Average (GPA)
Attend your classes
Check your program curriculum
Refer to your program’s webpage (www.nic.bc.ca/programs-courses) You are responsible for dropping from any courses that you are
to see what courses you need to take. Click on each course code to not going to attend. If you do not drop a course, a DNC (Did Not
read its course description and to see if it has a prerequisite. Make a Complete with a grade point of “0”) will permanently be recorded on
list of courses you need to register in. your transcript. Refer to the Registration Policy on www.nic.bc.ca for
details.
Prerequisites: A prerequisite course is a course that must be taken
before a student can take more advanced courses in the discipline. First Day of Class-No-Show
You must provide Registration and Student Services with proof of If you are unable to attend the firs day of class, you must notify
prerequisites (official t anscripts, completion of placement testing, your instructor to avoid being dropped or receiving a DNC on your
application for transfer credit, or a signed prerequisite waiver) by record.
the firs day of term.
Add/drop courses by the add/drop deadline
Co-requisites: A co-requisite course is a course that must be taken at
the same time as another course. You are permitted to change your schedule without financial
penalty until the end of the add/drop period. For the add/drop
Electives: Some programs require electives, which are usually deadline dates, consult the Key Dates section of this guide or our
university transfer courses that students select outside of their website. For continuous exit/entry & fl xible distance courses, the
major area of study. If you need help choosing electives, make an add/drop period is 10 days from your registration date.
appointment with an Educational Advisor.
Dropping courses can be done by accessing your timetable
on Student Planning through myNIC, in person at a
Registration/Student Services Offic .
Student loan recipients: you must maintain a 60% course load to
retain your loan eligibility.
Questions? Email questions@nic.bc.ca or call 1-800-715-0914 today. 13REGISTRATION TO GRADUATION
Auditing courses TUITION AND FEES
To audit a course, you must request this in person within the add/ For most programs, payments are due on or before the firs day
drop period. You must pay full fees, but you do not need to meet of classes. Some programs have earlier payment dates, so double-
prerequisites. check your letter from Admissions to be sure.
Withdrawing from a course
Making a Payment
After the add/drop deadline, you can still “withdraw” from a course
You can pay your fees in the following ways:
without academic penalty if you do so by the academic withdrawal
deadline. Consult the Key Dates section in this guide or on our • myNIC – Credit Card payments can be made by accessing
website for specific deadline d tes. your myNIC account: Self Service > Students > Financial
NOTE: there are no refunds after the add/drop period. Information > View Account and Make Payments
To withdraw, complete and submit a Withdrawal Form to Student • Online Banking – You can set up “North Island College” as a
Services before the deadline. payee at your financial institution. Your account number is
Student loan recipients: withdrawing may jeopardize your seven-digit student ID number. Note that it can take up
the interest-free status of loans and future loan eligibility. to three business days for these payments to be processed.
Speak with a Financial Advisor before withdrawing. • Student Loans, Grants or Sponsorships
If you have been approved for full-time government student
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT loan/grant funding, you will be responsible to pay your fees
Generally, at least 50% of program requirements must be upon receiving your funds.
completed at North Island College with up to 50% met through
If you have been approved for part-time government student
transfer credit from other institutions.
loan/grant funding, your tuition will be paid directly to
the College. If funds that you are receiving are less than
TRANSFER CREDITS the required tuition amount, you are required to pay the
If you have taken courses at other universities or colleges and wish outstanding amount by the fee deadline date.
to transfer those course credits to NIC: If you have been approved for sponsorship by an external
1. Complete an Application for Transfer Credit form. Found at agency, it is your responsibility to ensure that the College has
www.nic.bc.ca/student-services/student-records/nic-forms. received the sponsorship approval. If the sponsorship you are
receiving is less than the required tuition amount, you will
2. Submit an official t anscript along with the detailed course need to pay the outstanding amount by the fee deadline date.
descriptions for those courses that you would like to transfer
in. The transcript must come directly from the institution. Consult a Financial Aid Advisor if you have questions.
You can start today by browsing online: • In Person – You may come in person to any campus Student
Services office to p y by credit card, debit, cheque or cash.
• www.educationplanner.bc.ca
Search programs, fields of stud , locations, costs, admission NOTE: We do not take payments over the phone.
requirements, program lengths, and much more at 28 of BC’s A student may be denied admission, registration, grades, official
post-secondary institutions. transcripts or credentials until outstanding debts to the college
• www.bctransferguide.ca have been paid.
Search all your options from North Island College to
anywhere else in the province. Find out how transfer credit Understanding Your Fees
works, which courses are equivalent, and more. Deposits: Once you have been invited to NIC, your program may
require a deposit to complete your acceptance. Some programs
Recognition for Prior Learning (PLA) may also require a continuing-student deposit be paid every year
www.nic.bc.ca/student-services/assessment you attend. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable but
are applied towards your tuition once you have registered. Pay your
NIC recognizes that adult learners acquire knowledge and skills tuition deposit either online with a credit card through myNIC or in
through life and work experiences and study unassociated with person.
formal education. More information regarding Prior Learning
Assessment can be found online or by speaking with an educational Registration Fees: Your registration includes tuition, lab fees and
advisor. learner’s resources as well as your North Island Student Union
(NISU) dues. Fees may also include the cost of necessary equipment
for some programs. Students may incur additional costs, such as
field trips and supplies. or more details, consult your instructor.
Book Costs: For information on book costs, contact the campus
bookstore. Estimates for the current academic year are available on
the NIC website.
14 20 1 9 ST U DENT G UIDEREGISTRATION TO GRADUATION
Refunds CAMPUS STORES
You may request a refund for any courses that have been fully paid www.nic.bc.ca/life-at-nic/bookstores
and dropped prior to the last day of the add/drop period. Refunds The North Island College campus stores are located in Campbell
may be requested in person at a Registration and Student Services River, the Comox Valley, and Port Alberni. The Campbell River and
office or th ough myNIC: Self Service > Students > Financial Comox Valley campus stores, for a fee, offer fax services to students.
Information > Refund Request
In addition to textbooks and other learning resources, the campus
Electronic Transfer of Funds stores sell a selection of trade books, stationery, school supplies, art
Refunds may be deposited directly to your bank account if you supplies, greeting cards, gifts, bus passes, and convenience goods.
provide us with your banking information. Select E-Check Bank
Gift certific tes and NIC insignia products are also available.
Information in the Refund Request menu.
Returns cannot be authorized for opened course packages/
Health and Dental Plan eTexts, or titles marked or in damaged condition. Refunds and
As part of continued efforts to increase services for students, the returns are extended through peak periods, in accordance with
North Island Students’ Union has, after a successful referendum campus store policy.
in the spring of 2015, implemented a system of health and dental
benefits. The health and dental plan will be applied to students PrintBucks are also available for student printing needs and can be
taking a full time course load in a given term, defined as th ee or purchased at all campus stores.
more credit based courses per term or students who are enrolled Locker rentals are available at the Comox Valley, Port Alberni, and
in a vocational or certific te program that is six months or longer Campbell River campuses through the campus stores.
in duration with varying start dates and are considered full-time.
More information on benefits and plan op -out options can be Check our website for contact information, Campus Stores Refunds
found at http://nisu.ca/health-and-dental-plan/ and Returns Policy, and current text/price lists. Campus store hours
are subject to change.
TAX RECEIPTS (T2202A)
ORIENTATION
Official tax eceipts are available for download through myNIC at
the end of February. Self Service > Students > Financial Information Students are encouraged to attend orientation at their local
> My T2202A campus at the start of the Fall term. This event marks the
beginning of the academic year and is an opportunity to get
NOTE: the T2202A will pop up as a pdf. Ensure that your browser is to know your classmates and instructors while participating in
set to allow pop ups. Orientation activities. Each campus holds a variety of activities
and/or workshops with the goal of supporting student success
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDS and creating a sense of community. Specific in ormation regarding
Orientation will be posted on myNIC Announcements and on our
As a student, you are eligible to receive a Student Photo ID Card.
website at the end of August/beginning of September. It is also
Photos are taken in the Student Services office t your local
mailed out to all registered students.
campus. Remember to bring your student number and another
form of photo ID. Distance students are eligible for photo ID—call
your closest campus or centre for more details. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION
You’ll need to show your NIC student card when: The International Student Orientation is a week-long event
• Borrowing books from the library including seminars designed to connect newly-arriving
international students with their campus and community.
• Registering or withdrawing from courses in person
Students begin to build friendships with each other, connect with
• Voting in elections of student representatives instructors, and learn about college and community services. New
• Receiving student discounts at participating businesses students will appreciate the opportunity to begin to understand
A replacement card costs $10. the differences in academic cultures from home to Canada, find
out about work and volunteer opportunities and have some fun
TEXTBOOKS exploring the community. Information about the International
Student Orientation is shared with arriving students via email in
To find our required class textbooks you may use the Book Search the month before term start.
function online at:
www.nic.bc.ca/life-at-nic/bookstores/book-search
STUDENT RECORDS
Type in your subject, term, campus, course number, and section
to find our required texts and the latest available pricing. Every You can view your record online at myNICthrough Student Planning:
https://myNIC.nic.bc.ca
possible effort is made to ensure text listings refle t current prices;
however, prices are subject to change. If a “no book • Keep track of your academic profil
selection available at this time” comment appears, please check • View your grades, grade point average
back later. For distance learners, books may be ordered toll-free
from the campus stores at 1-800-715-0914 ext 4027. • View your current class schedule
• Request an Official Transcript
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