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MESSAGE FROM THE EMC A very warm and special welcome to the new first years, who are now part of the TUT family where your lecturers are your parental guides and fellow students your big brothers and sisters. This year, 2021, is the start of the next chapter in your lives, and it will no doubt be an exciting one. We encourage you to make the most of all the University has to offer. We also want to congratulate you. By joining TUT, you have done more than just enrolling at one of South Africa’s largest higher education institutions; you have become part of an institution that attaches a lot of importance to academic excellence and service to society, a university that prides itself on its successes, including alumni successes, research outputs and community engagements. In line with the University’s motto that we empower people, TUT takes pride in all activities that result in us producing graduates who are knowledgeable intellectuals as well as skilled professionals who can contribute to the economic and social development of our nation. And therefore my promise to you is that TUT will provide you with opportunities to increase your skills and knowledge in order to contribute to your overall development to become skilled professionals. This is a new and unknown world to you therefore my advice to you is not to be afraid of failure and not to be disheartened by set-backs. We often gain more wisdom from our failures than from our successes. Always aim to move your goal posts outside your comfort zone. Do not be content with the mediocre and don’t settle for second best. Ask as many questions as possible to ensure you truly get to understand your subjects. We urge you all to cherish this opportunity to be a university student. Enjoy the freedom that comes with it, but also exercise self-discipline so that you will be able to use this freedom in a responsible manner. Please take full advantage of the various support units that TUT has put in place to assist you in your social and academic journey. The time has come for you to embrace a wider, richer, more diverse and multicultural view. Regardless of where you come from, you all share a common destiny of a successful future and career on completion of your studies. Embrace differences and be open to them, stay true to what is right and challenge yourself to become empowered, well- educated and responsible citizens of our country. Lastly, we wish you every success, a healthy body and spirit, and a very happy and fruitful university life. Prof Lourens R van Staden Vice-Chancellor and Principal 1
WORD OF WELCOME BY THE EXECUTIVE DEAN Welcome to the Faculty of Management Sciences as a student in 2021. A wonderful phase in your life awaits you! You have made our Faculty your choice, and we will equip you with a perfect mix of theory and practice to be able to start your careers after completing your studies. It will require sustained dedication, perseverance and hard work, but in the end this will be the most fulfilling time of your live. Of course there will be times of disappointment, failure and frustrations, but hang in there it will be worth your while. As someone once said: “Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly”. The Faculty of Management Sciences is at your service. Our students are important to us and we want you to be inspired to reach your full potential, to achieve success and be happy. Dr Edgar Nesamvuni Executive Dean 2
IMPORTANT NUMBERS IN THE FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES PRETORIA CAMPUS Office of the Executive Dean Name Number Building Executive Secretary Ms SE Nkomzwayo 012 382-5632 Bld 30-288 Executive Dean Dr EA Nesamvuni 012 382-5632 Bld 30-288 Academic Excellence Coordinator Ms V Kgatla 012 382-4705 Bld 30-312 Student Faculty Council 012 382-4972 Bld 30-313 Hospitality Management Departmental Administrator Ms E le Roux 012 382-6530 Bld 20-L14 Head of Department Dr JR Roberson 012 382-6529 Bld 20-L39 Management & Entrepreneurship Departmental Administrator Ms E Mpshe 012 382-5732 Bld 30-396 Head of Department Dr KH Masilo 012 382-5613 Marketing, Logistics & Sport Management Departmental Administrator Ms T Marx 012 382-5824 Bld 30-483 Head of Department Dr EM Wannenburg 012 382-5824 Business & Information Management Services Departmental Administrator Ms J Motsoko 012 382-5560 Bld 30-158 Head of Department Dr E Bruhns 012 382-5621 Operations Management Departmental Administrator Ms K Moepja 012 382-5573 Bld 30-233 Head of Department Dr T Munyai 012 382-5582 People Management & Development Departmental Administrator Ms I Pienaar 012 382-4181 Bld 30-242B Head of Department Dr L Paul Dachapalli 012 382-5603 Tourism Management Departmental Administrator Ms E Swart 012 382-4665 Bld 30-165 Head of Department Dr NN Tshipala 012 382-4665 DISTANCE CAMPUSES eMalahleni Name Number Building Campus Rector: Interim Prof C Richards 013 653-3107 Bld 7 Faculty representatives Departmental Administrator Ms PD Mnguni 013 653-3150 Bld 2-G12 Academic Manager Dr PJ Lekgothoane 013 653-3158 Mbombela Campus Rector Dr KF Netshiombo 013 745-3501 Bld 1-G23 Faculty representatives Departmental Administrator Mr MJ Mthethwa 013 745-3505 Bld 1-G21A Academic Manager Dr A Breytenbach 013 745-3629 Polokwane Campus Rector Dr NW Tshamano 015 287-0700 Faculty representatives Departmental Administrator Ms PN Sinthumule 015 287-0751 CNVC Academic Manager Dr I Swarts 015 287-0712 3
OTHER CONTACT DETAILS Student Residences Pretoria Campus 012 382-5511/4 resadminp@tut.ac.za eMalahleni Campus 013 656-4893 mnisitm@tut.ac.za Mbombela Campus 013 752-3215 msibim@tut.ac.za Polokwane Campus 015 287-0700 matekgann@tut.ac.za Electronic Resource Centre (ERC) Pretoria Campus Bld 2, 6, 20, 30, 44 eMalahleni Campus Bld 12 Mbombela Campus Bld 4 and 9 Polokwane Campus Bld 1 Financial Aid (See page 5 for details) Pretoria Campus 012 382-4465 Bld 53 eMalahleni Campus 013 653-3121 Bld 7-G78 Mbombela Campus 013 745-3559 Bld 14 Polokwane Campus 015 287-0776 Bld 1 Library (See page 6 for details) Pretoria Campus Bld 20 eMalahleni Campus Bld 12 Mbombela Campus Bld 4 Polokwane Campus Bld 1 -G140 Student Affairs and Extracurricular Development (SAED) (See page 8 for details) Pretoria Campus 012 382-5900 Bld 4-G48 eMalahleni Campus 013 653-3163/3167 Bld 18 Mbombela Campus 013 745-3632 Bld 1 Student Centre Polokwane Campus 015 287-0734 Bld 1 Student Affairs Student Development and Support (SDS) (See page 13 for details) Pretoria Campus 012 382-5010 Bld 6-361 eMalahleni Campus 013 653-3109 Bld 7-G78 Mbombela Campus 013 745-3570 Office 7 Polokwane Campus 015 287-0722 Bld 1-G09 4
BANKING DETAILS OF TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY ABSA (Student Account) Account holder: Tshwane University of Technology Account type: Cheque Branch: Quagga Centre, Pretoria West Account nr: 405 314 2603 Swift address: ABSAZAJJCPT Reference: Your registered student number STANDARD BANK (Student Account) Account holder: Tshwane University of Technology Account type: Cheque Branch: West End Account nr: 011 414 154 (Student account) 011 418 893 (Meal account) Swift address: ABSAZAJJCPT Reference: Your registered student number WHAT ELSE YOU NEED TO KNOW... THE DIRECTORATE OF FINANCIAL AID The Directorate of Financial Aid has its core business the responsibility to manage and administer various student funding opportunities to deserving students according to specific requirements. Our goal is to ensure that eligible students across campuses have the opportunity to have access to these funds with a transparent and equitable application and assessment process. The Directorate of Financial Aid provides a highly effective system of financial support services. The following loans and bursaries are available: • Glencore Coal SA Tertiary Bursary Programme • TETA Bursary and SIPS advert 2014/15 • Bursary Application Form 2014/15 • Various merit bursaries (academic, sport, etc.) • Corporate bursaries • Government bursaries • Postgraduate bursaries • Loans allocated by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) • Student Group Life Insurance Scheme All the above are allocated in accordance with the criteria set by the donors. To read the Policy on Financial Aid visit the following link: http://www.tut.ac.za/Students/financial/Documents/Policy%20on%20Financial%20Aid.pdf 5
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE OFFICE Who we are The Academic Excellence Office is a center of Undergraduate student support at the Faculty of Management Sciences. The Academic Excellence Coordinators are available for students in the four campuses: Pretoria West, Mbombela, Emalahleni and Polokwane campus. Student support services The office is responsible for promoting student development and academic success by providing the following services: 1. Academic coaching- we coach students regarding any challenges or issues that affect their academic progress. 2. We conduct student support needs evaluation – the data is utilised to tailor support interventions to enhance academic success. 3. We monitor first year students’ academic progress – the data is utilised to identify students in need of additional support. 4. We assign students to Tutors and Mentors. 5. We facilitate various development workshops such as Mindpower training study technique, First year success festival, Academic success plan, Academic Empowerment sessions, career guidance, subject symposium, motivation sessions, and many more. 6. We further facilitate support programme for probation students and students who are readmitted after academic exclusion. Contact us Be sure to save the following Academic Excellence Office emails and numbers in your phones: Pretoria Campus: PtaAEO@tut.ac.za 012 382-4705 Polokwane Campus: PolAEO@tut.ac.za 015 287 0796 Mbombela Campus: MboAEO@tut.ac.za 013 745 3600 Emalahleni Campus: EmaAEO@tut.ac.za 013 653 3159 6
LIBRARY Here are a few library hacks and tricks that will help you to become a successful information user: • Challenge your own thinking Many people think of a library as a place full of old books. In reality your local campus library is more like a gateway or portal that gives you access to a world of quality information, most of which is available at the touch of a button. To enter this exciting virtual world, simply use the following address: http://lib.tut.ac.za. • Time-out in tranquillity Your local campus library is a perfect place of tranquillity to focus on your studies and assignments or just to enjoy a moment of complete relaxation. Grab a novel - forget about the challenges of campus life while you recharge your energy levels. • Complete the tutorial You can boost your progress towards academic success by attending library orientation that is offered to all first year students. The orientation will help you to: • Become comfortable with your local campus library who is your new best friend. • Turn into an independent explorer of information. • Save time and energy when navigating your way through a maze of information. • Obtain special abilities to operate in a complicated information environment. • Learn the library lingo You will come across new and unfamiliar words and terminologies when using your local campus library or accessing electronic content via the LIS Homepage. The most common words and terminologies are explained here: Ask-a- A Web based service that allows you to communicate with an Information Librarian Librarian through e-mail or chat instead of approaching an Information Librarian in person. To borrow library materials for a specific period of time. The borrowing period Check out varies according to your level of study and type of item borrowed. Circulation The service counter in the library where you can check out, return, or renew library desk materials, generally located near the main entrance of the library. A powerful Web based service that allows you to search TUT’s entire collection of Discovery library resources simultaneously using a single search box. You can access and use Service this service from the library’s Homepage, which is: http://lib.tut.ac.za. A service of the library’s Circulation desk which allows you to place a “hold” on a Hold book. When the book is returned you will be the next person who can borrow it. Information A qualified information specialist that will help you find information on a topic when Librarian you get stuck. Information A set of skills that enable you to find, evaluate and use information effectively. literacy An acronym for the “Online Public Access Catalogue”. It is an electronic database indexed by keyword, author, title, and subject that is used to determine whether a OPAC particular campus library owns a specific item (such as a book or periodical) and to find out where it is located. Open A collection of books that you may borrow for 14 days; generally located on the collection main shelves of a campus library. To extend the loan period of an item you have borrowed provided that another user Renew has not requested the same item; generally 2 renewals are permitted. The combination of numbers and letters (such as 658.4 MAN) used to label each Shelf library item and give it a specific “address” on a library shelf. Items are arranged number on the shelves by their shelf numbers. 7
• Do the Q&A These questions and answers provide you with the basic information about the library which is important for your advancement as a first year student. Pretoria campus Building 20 eMalahleni campus Building 12 Where is my campus library located? Mbombela campus Building 4 Polokwane campus Building 1 Room G140 The operating hours of all campus libraries are exactly the same: Mon - Thu 08:00-22:00 Fri 08:00-16:00 When is my campus library open? Sat 09:00-17:00 Sun Closed During the recess we are open: Mon - Fri 08:00-16:00 We are closed on public and TUT holidays. What do I need to access my campus You need a valid student card. library? Yes, you can use any of the campus libraries. You Am I allowed to use any of the campus can also approach your local campus library that will libraries? assist you in getting hold of a book that is kept in another campus library. As a 1st year student you can borrow 4 books for 14 How many books can I borrow? days. Yes, simply contact the relevant campus library: Pretoria 012 382-5803/4 Can I renew my books by phone? eMalahleni 013 653-3171 Mbombela 013 745-3566 Polokwane 015 287-0724 You will pay a fine that is levied per day per item. You What happens if I keep books beyond the will also receive overdue reminders by e-mail. If you due date? still do not return the books you will be liable for the replacement charges. What happens if I do not pay the fines Your examination results will be withheld. and charges? Where can I go to search for information Each campus has an Electronic Resource Centre (ERC) and/or type an assignment? and/or I-Centre. You can access electronic information resources by How do I access electronic information using the following address: resources? http://lib.tut.ac.za. Each campus library has a basic photocopying facility. You can also make photocopies in ERCs and I-Centres. How do I go about making photocopies? You must adhere to copyright laws at all times when making photocopies. I’ve tried to find information myself, Visit the Information Librarian that is responsible for but I did not get the information I need. your Department or use the “Ask-a-Librarian” service. What can I do? http://lib.tut.ac.za. Each campus library offers an Information Literacy I need more information skills to survive Training programme that will teach you the skills to my 1st year. What can I do? locate, evaluate and use information effectively. 8
STUDENT AFFAIRS AND EXTRACURRICULAR DEVELOPMENT (SAED) Accommodation, Residence Life and Catering Sport & Recreation SAED Extracurricular Development Student Governance and Leadership Development Student Affairs and Health and Wellness Extracurricular Development Accommodation, Extracurricular Development Health and Wellness Sport & Recreation Student Governance and Residence Life and This is a vibrant unit that makes a The Directorate of Health and Wellness TUT Sport contributes in building a Leadership Development Catering substantial contribution to the provides comprehensive and strong TUT brand and the University’s Programmes We offer accommodation to students enhancement of the students’ university confidential health and wellness sportsmen and women, including • Student Governance – Student experience, contributing to the holistic services that promote health, prevent coaches and administrators, annually Representative Council, Student at affordable rates. Each residence development and enrichment of campus ill-health, and maintain and restore the represent the country at national and Faculty Council & Political Structures provides basic facilities, but certain life. This Directorate provides you with mental and physical well-being of TUT international competitions. specialised facilities are unique to • Strategic Planning Workshops the opportunity to express your talents by students. The directorate strives to • Athletics • Aerobics specific residences. In each residence • Roundtable Sessions joining a wide range of interactive and students will be welcomed and promote health and wellbeing among • Basketball • Chess • SRC Elections cultural societies. These societies are assisted to adapt to the residence students. • Cricket • E-Sport • TUT Journal Newsletter diverse and include performing arts, and campus environment. • Football • Netball • Community Outreach Projects dancing, music, drama and choirs, Mr and Tel: +27 12 382 6611/6613 Miss TUT Pageant Annual talent festivals, • Rugby • Softball • Educational Excursions Tel: 012 382 5514 Email: Heaths@tut.ac.za • Tennis • Volleyball Gospel Weeks/concerts and Religious • Induction Sessions E-mail: resadminp@tut.ac.za outreach sessions Tel: +27 12 382 5392 Tel: 012 382 5324 Tel: +27 12 382 5103 Email: MurrayH@tut.ac.za E-mail:nelwamondomp@tut.ac.za Email: ChokweBMF@tut.ac.za 9
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR STUDENTS 0861 960 960 Any registered TUT student. The student is covered for the entire Who is covered by EMS? academic year including holidays. What number should a TUT student call in case of Telephone: +2711 958 9085 a medical emergency? WhatsApp: +2782 969 0666 Yes, any phone or service provider including Cell C, MTN, 8ta and Can this number be called from any cell phone or Vodacom can be used and calls are charged at standard cell phone any telephone in South Africa? rates. Students are covered anywhere within South Africa during the academic year when they are: • On and off campus e.g. at home, in class or whilst performing Where are TUT students covered by EMS? activities on campus; • When travelling to and from the university; • During official university events • On holiday When can I call Maponya 911 for assistance? When a student has a medical emergency What do you say when Maponya 911 answers the I have an emergency and I am a student from Tshwane University of call? Technology. Give the telephone number you are calling from in case the call taker What number are you calling from? needs to call you back or if the phone gets disconnected while you are talking Maponya 911 needs to record who is activating the emergency so What is your name and student number? say your name, your student number and that you are a student of Tshwane University of Technology. Give the correct name of the building and address, street name and number, nearest road name (if in town), a description of how to find Where is the emergency? you. The better your description and information, the quicker life- saving paramedics can find you. Maponya 911 needs to know how many ambulances to send and if a helicopter or the fire department or SAPS are also needed for the emergency. For example, say 2 people are injured in a car accident, 1 What’s happening there? of them is very bad and I don’t think he is breathing and the other is bleeding very badly; or a girl has collapsed, she is breathing but she is not talking. If you need advice on first aid, stay on the line and the call taker will Do you need emergency instructions while the guide you to help the person. For example, how to do CPR, not to paramedics respond? move the person if they have fallen, not to give them something to eat or drink. Maponya 911 is not a medical aid so if a student is not on a medical aid, they will be taken to the closest provincial hospital. If the student Will the TUT student be transported to a private does have a medical aid, they will be taken to the closest most hospital or a provincial hospital? appropriate private hospital. Any costs from when you arrive at the hospital will be for the students own account. PANIC BUTTON APP. ON SMARTPHONES 10
STUDENT INSURANCE All registered students are covered as follows: - Death R10 000.00 - Disability Up to a maximum of R 22 000 cover for students who become totally and permanently disabled. - Death by accident R10 000.00 additional cover if a member should die as a result of an accident and Sanlam has approved the claim. Funeral R10 000.00 cover is payable directly into the beneficiary’s bank account within 48 hours after a claim has been lodged with Sanlam and TUT has officially provided a certified copy of the death certificate. In case of death your parent or guardian may contact Lindiwe Sikhosana on Tel. 012 382 4482 Email: Sikhosanal@tut.ac.za Pretoria campus: Building 4 Room – G24 • Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are available to all TUT registered students on and off Campus. As a registered Student of TUT you will enjoy the following benefits: 1. A trigger number: (010) 209 86 03 (To be used for all Medical emergencies) 2. Emergency response to scene of incident stabilization and transportation to a medical Facility and transport back to your place of residence. 3. Telephonic Medical advice (Including: HIV/Rape/Bereavement/Domestic/Trauma/Lifeline counselling) 11
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT (SDS) Services for the students from the Faculty of Management Science • Personal Counselling/Therapy • Study Counselling • Online LASSI modules – the self-directed study programme • Career Counselling and career assessment • Support for students with a disability • The English proficiency intervention (EPI) • The training of student mentors • Student profiling (MAP and GOAL psychometric assessments) General information on psychology and counselling can be found on MyTUTor Subject: Personal Counselling Pretoria campus 012 382 5010/4826/5273 BredenkampMJ@tut.ac.za Building 6 - 361 ChibbaN@tut.ac.za Malanl@tut.ac.za Polokwane campus 015 287 0785 AnokwuruMC@tut.ac.za Building 1- G09 PhokobyeHW@tut.ac.za MagwenaTA@tut.ac.za Mbombela campus 013 745 3570 PretoriusM2@tut.ac.za Building 14 – Office 7 WieseN@tut.ac.za HoltzhausenM@tut.ac.za SamboTP@tut.ac.za eMalahleni 013 653 3109 TelekoIM@tut.ac.za Building 7- G78 ElsEM@tut.ac.za MohaleniMP@tut.ac.za FreemeES@tut.ac.za VantonderI@tut.ac.za After-hours counselling and crises line for all TUT students (SADAG line) 0800 68 78 88 12
EDUROAM HOTSPOTS AT TUT Wireless Hotspot Area Pretoria Campus Building 02/6 Open Area Building 03 6th floor Building 04 Kiosk Building 04 North, Open Area Building 04 South, Courtyard Building 05 North, Open Area Building 06 Courtyard Building 20 Library, full coverage Building 21 Fountain Building 21 Prestige Building 30 Courtyard Building 31 Open Area Building 44 Cafeteria Area next to ATM Emalahleni Campus Building 15&16 Open Area Building 18 Library Polokwane Campus Student Library Hotspot Mbombela Campus Library Building 01 Outside Nelspruit Residence 13
TUT4 LIFE Your TUT4life e-mail address will be the only electronic channel lecturers, deans and administrators will use to communicate with you (deadlines, assignments, time tables, exclusions etc) Steps to follow... Please note that all TUT students are automatically registered and therefore do not have to go and activate their accounts. Go to internet explorer and type: https://tut4life.tut.ac.za/ 14
myTUTor This is the platform that the University uses to communicate and share information with the students. Login Journey for STUDENTS LMS ACCESS INFORMATION ACCESS FRAMEWORK BLACKBOARD D2L BRIGHTSPACE (Current LMS phase-out) (New LMS phase-in) Internet address (URL) https://mytutor.tut.ac.za/ https://mytutord2l.tut.ac.za/d2l/login Students Username Student number TUT4Life email address Password Own password Own password Don’t have Registered students can setup their TUT Registered students can setup their TUT credentials or email account and/or reset passwords at: email account and/or reset passwords email account https://tut4life.tut.ac.za/ at: https://tut4life.tut.ac.za/ MANAGE YOUR PASSWORD Changing and managing staff and student passwords are now possible via the TUT Password Manager APP. This can be downloaded from PlayStore (Android users) or AppStore (iOS users). Follow the prompts and install the App to reset your password. SELF-HELP NAVIGATION AND RESOURCES IN D2L BRIGHTSPACE As a registered student and staff member you will be able to access a Resource Module (staff) and Orientation Module (students) when logging in on myTUTor. Admission to this module is free and will give you access to resources in the D2L BrightSpace community on how to use the LMS to obtain the best results. Work through the module and enjoy the journey ! ENQUIRIES AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT myTUTor Service Desk Tel: (012) 382-4427 (Office hours: 08:00 – 16:00) eMail: myTUTor@tut.ac.za 15
FIVE EASY STEPS TO COMPLETE ONLINE REGISTRATION Step 1: (Rules and Regulations) • Read through the Rules and Regulations • Click on I accept … Step 2: (Submit Registration) • Verify qualification name • Select your employment status • Click on save and Continue • Select your subject(s) • Click on the save and proceed button • Verify the selected subjects for this year and/or the first semester. If you wish to change a subject click on restart process button and start from the beginning • Click on the accept registration Step 3: (Proof of Registration) • Proof of registration will be displayed on screen • Print the document for your use • If you require this document to be printed on a letterhead, visit any Campus Registration venue Step 4: (Address Validation and Communication Details) • Ensure that we have your correct details • Click on the description in blue • Change the information • Click on save Step 5: (Residence Registration) Only Already Admitted Residence Students • Click on residence registration • Read through the rules and regulations • Click on I accept… • Click on residence registration • Click on the year in blue • Click on save Add Subject To a Registration • Click on qualification code in blue • Select the subject(s) you want to add • When a subject is blocked, it means that you have already passed the subject or that you must submit proof that the subject has been already passed • Click on Continue • Click on accept registration Extras The online facility can also be used for the following (24/7) • To verify and update contact details • For class timetables • For test marks • For examination information • For financial statements 16
Tshwane University of Technology Faculty of Management Sciences Compiled by: Suzette Landman, Senior Faculty Marketer 17
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