Ceramics - Advanced Certificate

Length: 10 months

Total Credits: 21

Intake Terms: Fall

Delivery Method: In-person

Campus: Victoria Street

Credential: Advanced Certificate

Cost: Approximate program cost

Student Loans:

This program is not eligible for student loans.

Effective Term: Fall

Delivery Year: 09/02/2025

Effective Year: 09/02/2025

Re-Entry Instructions:

1. Any student who has left the program, must seek approval from the school chair for re-entry.

Assessment:

1. Credit/No Credit Granted

Grading Table: Competency-Based

Grading Table: Credit/No Credit Granted

Types of Assessments:

1. Evaluation and assignment of grades will be based upon the quality of work produced and skills demonstrated relative to the goals identified in the proposal and will take into consideration individual development, learning and mastery, experimentation and problem-solving, and self-reflection.

Program Specific Regulations:

1. Studio Equipment
   1. Students will be required to complete all mandatory safety training prior to using college supplied equipment and facilities. Students must wear suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) in all designated areas.
   2. Studios and the equipment in them are a vital part of program delivery. These rooms and all equipment must be used and maintained to high standards for the programs to operate effectively. To ensure this the following methods must be employed:
      1. Return signed out equipment promptly.
      2. Adhere to correct equipment usage to prevent damage.
      3. Inform faculty or staff when a piece of equipment is damaged, is not operating properly, or becomes unsafe to use.
      4. Keep the studio clean.

Professional Requirements:

1. Physical Health and Safety
   1. Students are required follow the safety directions of Selkirk College faculty and staff. Additionally, students must wear prescribed personal protective equipment (PPE) in all designated areas. Failure to follow either of these guidelines may result in the suspension of studio access privileges. Only the School Chair may reinstate studio access privileges.
   2. Students will be provided with information about safety issues and safety guidelines. Students are encouraged to inform the School Chair of any health (physical and/or mental) conditions (e.g., anxiety, diabetes, epilepsy, allergies), or prescription medications, which could lead to problems in isolated or studio situations. This information is for safety reasons only and will be kept confidential. Students should also inform the School Chair of any physical problems that may create difficulties for them in the program. Students who are unsafe or impact the safe environment for others will be required to leave the studio until required remediation has been met.
   3. When participating in program field trips or other off-campus, college-related activities, students are required to comply with the health and safety and safety guidelines of both Selkirk College and those of their hosts. See College Policy 8350: Educational Field Trips.
2. Working Alone and in Isolation
   1. In the evenings and on weekends, students are not permitted to work alone or in isolation. At least two students must be working in a studio at any time. It is the student’s responsibility to meet this requirement. Students are required to sign in and out of studios.
   2. Guests and visitors of students are not permitted in the studios without prior, written approval of the School Chair. A guest or visitor is not considered to be a second student for purposes of working in the studio.
   3. Students may be employed by the college as a studio monitor or other assigned roles. See College Policy: 6410 Working Alone or in Isolation.
3. Alcohol and Drug Use in the Studio
   1. No alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or cannabis products are to be consumed on the college property during or before a college activity. If a student appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol in the studio or on the premises, they will be required to leave the studio and will be suspended from use of the studio and subject to disciplinary action as outlined in Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct.
4. Electronic Devices in the Studio
   1. The use of personal electronic devices in the learning environment can be disruptive and unsafe. Usage and restrictions will be identified in the safety guidelines and may vary from studio to studio.

Other regulations:

1. After Hours Studio Access
   1. After hours studio access is granted to students in good standing. Access hours will be published prior to the start of the Fall and Winter semesters. Access hours are subject to change.
   2. After hours studio access can be revoked when a violation of the Student Code of Conduct has been identified. Only the School Chair or Dean may reinstate a student’s access. See College Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct.
2. Required Exclusion/Dismissal
   1. An instructor may recommend to the School Chair that a student be withdrawn from a course if that student has missed instructional times or failed to complete assigned work to such a degree that they could not compensate sufficiently to pass the course in the time available, or if the student has compromised the safety of others, has been destructive to property, or has disrupted the learning opportunities of others.
3. Probation
   1. See College Policy 8619: Student Probation.
4. Academic Integrity
   1. See College Policy 8610: Cheating and Plagiarism.
5. Appeals
   1. See College Policy 8400: Student Appeals.