UNIT 5

AC 5.1

When attending Coleg Gwent all learners have a duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of both themselves and others who may be affected by their actions. 

This will requires all students to:

• Observe all instructions, whether written or verbal, given to ensure personal safety
and the safety of others
• Conduct themselves at all times in an orderly manner and use all safety equipment and/or protective. clothing as instructed, reporting any loss or defect to their lecturer.
• Not to interfere or misuse any equipment provided for health and safety purposes.
• Report all hazards to their lecturer.
• Report all accidents to their lecturer, whether injury is sustained or not.
• Be familiar with the emergency evacuation procedure, and the location of fire alarm
points and emergency equipment.
• Place all used paper in one of the blue paper recycling bin.

AC 5.2

It is the responsibility of all learners to familiarise themselves and adhere to the college
fire/emergency procedures. 

Action to be taken by a student discovering a fire:
 
If I see a fire:
• raise the alarm immediately by activating the nearest fire alarm call point
• evacuate the building by the safest and nearest fire escape route
 
If I hear the alarm:
• leave by the nearest fire exit
• do not run or panic
• go to my designated assembly point
• do not go back into the building until I am told that it is safe to do so

UNIT 4

AC 4.1

I believe that I am a quick learner and that, given the resources that are available to me, I will be able to meet the deadlines set FOR me and the targets set BY me.

AC 4.2

The grading I wish to achieve by the end of this course is Distinction, Merit, Merit. I need at least these grades to continue down the path I have chosen for myself.

AC 4.3

I have agreed upon a learning plan with my tutor. 

 

UNIT 3

 AC 3.1

The Welsh Government provides the College with the LSF to offer financial help and support vulnerable learners. The fund can help towards cases of financial hardship and can assist me if I need extra help to pay for transport, books and equipment or childcare costs.
To be eligible for this grant I must be a full time learner with an annual household income of £20,000 or less. Learners whose annual household income is £16,190 or under may also be eligible for free meals from the college canteen. In order to apply I must complete an Application Form and meet the College’s criteria explained in the guidance notes.

The cost of a College concessionary bus pass per term will be £10. The bus pass will then entitle me to travel for a discounted single fare payable for each journey between home and college. This single ticket is valid for transfers if a change of bus is necessary.The table below show how much a single ticket will cost.
 
Learners aged 16 - 18 years old in Caerphilly are automatically entitled to a free pass and free travel. All other learners can also apply for the means tested Learner Support Fund (LSF) that may enable me to benefit from a free bus pass and free travel to and from the College. Forms are available from Learner Services at your campus at the start of the academic year.
 
If the learner is aged 19 years or over, an overseas/international student or studying an HE course they will need to apply directly to the college and pay the appropriate fee.  Application forms are available from Learner Service.

AC 3.2

My sources of learning are:

•   In the learning centre.
•  Tutors can help me personally.

AC 3.3

All full-time students are allocated a personal tutor who provides support and guidance to the group or individuals.
 
My personal tutor this year is:
 
Raj Chand (phone no 466063)
 
During the tutorial I will meet individually with the tutor to discuss progress and/or problems I may have. My personal tutor will make sure I get expert help if my problem is of a more serious nature. My progress will be reviewed regularly and I will know if you are on track to achieve my desired qualification.

Through the year, my tutorial group will undertake certain activities  together – this includes Induction and Careers information. I have to use my tutorial time to get the best out of my course – ideas for improving the course or Campus are always welcome and the tutorial is a good place to discuss such ideas. 

 

  

UNIT 2

 AC 2.1

My course is made up of 18 modules.Over the course I will study 9 modules per year but many modules cross over, so there will be plenty of opportunity for me to improve work and grading over the two years. 

Having successfully completed year 1, I potentially could've already attained the first 9
modules in the first year of my course. This is the year where tutors ask me to really explore the creative possibilities in front of me. As part of the course I will receive directed lessons, workshops and theory sessions designed to equip me with the skills and knowledge I need to start on my journey to creating stunning work.The first term of year 2 is project based. Alongside this I will be working through the research gathered through my summer project to help me decide on a theme for my final major project.

The final two terms are dedicated to producing my Final Major Project, which forms the basis of my exhibition at the end of year Multimedia public show. My Program Leader will explain the Final Major Project to me and it is important that if there is anything I do not understand that I should speak to my tutors as soon as possible.
 
I will also be expected throughout the year to keep a record of my design process and creative thought. This will take a variety of creative forms such as sketchbooks, blogs, diaries etc but it is important that we can, as a team regularly, discuss my work and development.

AC 2.2

Different methods of assessment used on the course are:

• Video Podcasts

• Blogger and other online blogs

• Video essays

Work will be internally verified by another tutor to make sure the assessment decisions are correct. An external verifier will then sample the work before certification is awarded. 

AC 2.3

There are multiple ways that progress of the year can be recorded:

• In A Timeline

• In a Word Document

• In Blogs

    

UNIT 1

AC1.1 - Summarise the College core values (ETHOS). 

ETHOS in Coleg Gwent stands for:

Excellence in teaching & learning.

Teaching and learning is Coleg Gwent’s priority. Everyone has a role in contributing to the achievement of excellence 

Trust, honesty & respect for everyone.

Coleg Gwent believes that all you do with others should be based on trust, honesty and respect 

Higher achievement through innovation and collaboration.

Coleg Gwent believes that all staff should be empowered and encouraged to work innovatively to generate initiatives and ideas that will lead to high achievement 

Opportunity and choice.

Coleg Gwent believes that everyone has the ability and the right to grow and develop. Everyone should be encouraged to make informed choices 

Shared responsibility for success.

Everyone should contribute to, participate in and benefit from Coleg Gwent’s success 

AC1.2 - Justify core values and agree boundaries and expectations with the group.

There are agreed upon rules that are in place around the college and in Area 51.

The rules of Area 51 are as follows:

Chairs should always be left neat and tidy at the desks after use.
Any misuse of the facilities MUST be reported to the Programme Leader.
Inappropriate use of the systems will not be tolerated.
No eating or drinking in Area51 at any time.
Mobile phones are not allowed to be used during class unless there is an emergency.

If student wish to bring in their own laptops they do so at their own risk.
Ipods and consoles are strictly forbidden during timetabled sessions.
Students may only save work in their allocated areas.
Students may not download from the Internet without permission from a member of staff.
Students may not move or borrow equipment from Area51.
Students are not permitted in the Area51 complex without staff supervision.
Students may not use Area51 to play online games at any time.

Student expected to follow these rules at all times to ensure that everyone gets an equal opportunity to work in a safe and professional environment. 

General Campus rules are as follows:

On Campus
Behaving in an adult manner
Not spitting or swearing
Driving vehicles slowly, within the speed limit (5mph)
Reporting any suspicious/ inappropriate behaviour
Co-operating with security staff Wearing your ID
Keeping the Campus tidy – using the bins

In Class
Respecting the learning environment
Attending class fully prepared
No shouting or behaving in a disruptive way
Treating furniture and equipment with respect
Submitting work on time in accordance with the College Policy

The use of drugs and/or alcohol is not tolerated on Campus. Students who appear to have been taking drugs or drinking will be asked to leave the premises. (There is a policy of contacting the Police if drug-taking/possession is suspected).

Maintaining a professional approach at all times will help make everyone’s learning environment more enjoyable