Subject - A formal and universally accepted division of knowledge, such as English, Physics and History.
Course - The unit of study in a particular subject area.
Program - The group of courses required for a College diploma or certificate.
Ontario College Certificate - Official document of the College issued to students who satisfactorily complete the requirements of the program, which is normally two academic semesters.
Ontario College Diploma - Official document of the College issued to students who satisfactorily complete the requirements of the program, which is normally four academic semesters.
Ontario College Advanced Diploma - Official document of the College issued to students who satisfactorily complete the requirements of the program, which is normally six academic terms.
Ontario College Graduate Certificate - Official document of the College issued to students who satisfactorily complete the requirements of the program, which is normally two academic terms.
Term - A time period of approximately 15 weeks during which courses are offered. The academic year is divided into Fall, Winter and Spring/Summer terms.
Academic Year - The time period which commences September 1 and terminates August 31.
Post-Secondary Programs - Those programs that require the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (O.S.S.D.), or the equivalent for admission.
Non-Post Secondary Programs - All programs other than those defined as post-secondary programs.
Course Symbol and Credit Value - Each course is given a unique symbol, which includes an alpha-numeric code and a credit value. For example, the course symbol for Psychology I is PSY 1003. The last digit, ‘3’, is the credit value of the course.
Student Classifications
Full-time Student - A student registered in 70% of the hours or 66 2/3% of the courses defined for the particular semester and term program in which the student is enrolled.
Part-time Student - A student who is not a full-time student as defined above.
Mature Student - An applicant who is 19 years of age or older, by the first day of classes, and who does not have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent from other province or country) is considered for admission as a “mature student.” The applicant will be required to attend an assessment session.
General Education - Following the Framework for Programs of Instruction which supports the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002, General Education courses are included in all programs at Lambton College. These courses are intended to enhance the growth of “citizens, who are conscious of the diversity, complexity, and richness of the human experience; who are able to establish meaning through this consciousness; and, who, as a result, are able to contribute thoughtfully, creatively, and positively to the society in which they live and work.” General Education also provides opportunities for students to develop critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills while exploring topics outside their fields of study.
Learning Skills
Student success in College depends not only on prior academic achievement but also on developed learning skills and attitudes. While achievement is of major importance in program admissions, other skills such as, working independently, participating in teams, being well-organized, showing initiative and developing good work habits are those that contribute to the greatest success in College.
By contrast, students lacking these skills are less likely to become well integrated into College programs and are more likely to leave without completing the program. Applicants should therefore, ensure that they have thoroughly developed these skills and attitudes before beginning their College programs.
Admission Requirements and Policies
Admission to Post-Secondary Programs
The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (O.S.S.D.)
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Mature Student Qualifications:
Each of the following conditions must be satisfied:
Applicants who are 19 years of age on or before the starting date of the program and who have not completed their O.S.S.D. may be considered for admission to an appropriate program as mature students.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate in a tangible way, as determined by the College, usually through aptitude and achievement tests, that they are able to cope with College work. Mature applicants are required to contact the Counselling Department for appropriate evaluation.
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Applicants must possess the equivalent to an O.S.S.D. from another province or country. See the Program Admission Requirements section on the next page. Specific admission requirements are shown with each program description.
The G.E.D. High School Equivalency Certificate
Applicants to post secondary programs who have received the provincial Certificate of High School Equivalency through G.E.D. Testing will be considered on the same basis as applicants with the O.S.S.D. Where programs have specific course requirements, such applicants will be required to successfully complete the required courses.
The A.C.E. High School Equivalency Certificate
Applicants to post secondary programs who have successfully received the provincial Academic and Career Entrance Certificate (ACE) will be considered on the same basis as applicants with the O.S.S.D.
Transfer Credit
Transfer credit for course(s) beyond Grade 12 from Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology or other institutions will be considered on a course-by-course basis.
Transfer credit will be granted where, in the opinion of the College,
the work covered is equivalent in content or objectives to the corresponding courses of study at Lambton College. A minimum grade of “C” must have been earned in each course for which transfer credit is being considered.
Every effort is made by the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology to facilitate transfers between Colleges. Students should be cautioned, however, that specific course requirements in similar programs may vary from College to College.
Credit for work completed at other institutions is assessed on the basis of the academic standing obtained and the relevance to the program requested at Lambton College. Applicants must arrange to have official transcripts documenting the results of work completed in other institutions sent directly to the attention of the Registrar, Lambton College, by the appropriate issuing authority.