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Seychelles Institute of Technology Learner’s Handbook 2015 Page | 1
Seychelles Institute
of Technology (SIT)
LEARNER’S HANDBOOK 2015
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Internal Telephone Directory
Tel: 4601501/ 4601502 Fax 4601059
Administration
Director - Mr. Hubert Barbé 501 Assistant Director - 503 Administrative Officer - Mrs. Jourdanne Cousin 514 Students Support Officer - Mrs. Dora Ernesta 505 Office Assistant - Mrs. Nicole Charles 501 Office Assistant - Ms. Yuna Nioze 502
Office Assistant - Ms. Rosemay Balette 516
Heads of Programme Carpentry & Plumbing - Mr. Andrew Bristol 507 Electrical & Refrigeration - Mr. Stanley Albest 509 Electronics & Telecommunications - Mr. Asanga Edrisinghe 509 Masonry, Painting & Dip. Construction - Mr. Steven Jolicoeur 507 Mechanical Engineering - Ms. Pauldina Lajoie 504 Motor Vehicle Engineering - Mr. Francois Bristol 504 WBE/Apprenceship/TVET/ RPL - 508 Workshops Carpentry & Joinery …………………………………. 524 Electrical Installation …………………………………. 519 Electrical & Electronics …………………………………. 519 Masonry/Painting &Decorating …………………………………. 513 Mechanical Engineering/Refrigeration …………………………………. 522 Motor Vehicle Mechanics …………………………………. 521 Plumbing …………………………………. 506 Library - Ms. Beguyta Dubignon 517 Gate Security …………………………………. 518
Address: Seychelles Institute of Technology (SIT)
Industrial Estate - Providence, Mahe Republic of Seychelles Email: [email protected]
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Contents Director‟s Message……………………………………………………………… 05
The Seychelles Institute Of Technology……………………………..……… 06
Vision and Mission Statement…………………………………….………… 07
Sit Core Values………………………………………………………………… 08
Programmes on Offer Full-Time……………………………………..……… 09
Certificate Level Programmes (Units/ Modules)………………….……… 08
Certificate in Electrical Installation 09
Certificate in Painting & Decorating 09
Certificate in Plumbing 10
Certificate in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning 10
Advanced Certificate Level Programmes (Units/ Modules) …………… 11
Advanced Certificate In Carpentry & Joinery 11
Advanced Certificate In Electrical & Electronics Engineering 12
Advanced Certificate In Masonry 13
Advanced Certificate In Mechanical Engineering 14
Advanced Certificate In Motor Vehicle Mechanics 15
Technician Diploma Programmes (City & Guilds)……………….……… 16
Technician Diploma In Construction Industry (6165) 18
Technician Diploma In Mech. & Elect. Engineering (2850) 18
Technician Diploma In Motor Vehicle Engineering (3905) 18
Technician Diploma In Telecommunication Systems (2730) 18
Class Periods (Example of Weekly Timetable)…………………………… 19
Assessments and Results…………………………………………...……… 20
Missed Assessments 21
Rescheduled Assessment 21
Procedure for late submission of Assignment 21
Late submission: Special Consideration 21
Final Results Notification 22
Appeals on Results 22
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Contents
Academic Integrity…………………………………………………………… 23
Prohibited Conduct…………………………………………………..……… 24
Learners Rights and Responsibilities…………………………….……… 30
Disciplinary Action for Noncompliance…………………………..……… 32
Deposit For Training Facilities……………………………………..……… 34
Library Facilities……………………………………………………………… 34
Cafeteria………………………………………………………………..……… 34
Recreational Facilities………………………………….…………………… 35
Clubs…………………………………………………………………….……… 36
Drugs And Alcohol…………………………………………………………… 36
Political Affiliation…………………………………………..………… ……… 36
Maintenance Allowance……………………………………………………… 36
Learner’s Bus Pass…………………………………………………… ……… 37
Insurance Policy & Claim Procedure……………………………… ……… 37
Acadamic Calendar 2015………………………………………..…………… 38
Sit Logo……………………………………………………………….………… 40
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Director’s Message
The Seychelles Institute of Technology was established in the academic year 2005 and was inaugurated in June 2006. As of 2015, SIT has become a professional centre under the new Tertiary Education Act of 2011.
SIT has its charter, which gives its management, leadership and other staff members, including learners, their role and responsi-bilities as stakeholders of the professional centre.
The number of students following training is increasing as is the number of training pro-grammes being upgraded. Employment demands and job opportunities at all levels are steadily increasing across our islands. Several of our certificate training programmes have recently been upgraded to advanced cer-tificate level with the objective of ensuring that our graduates become easily employable. The Diplomas in Telecommunication Systems and Mechanical & Electrical Engineering have recently been revised by City and Guilds and those in the Construction Industry and Motor Vehicle Engineering are being finalized for implementation in the coming year. This Learner‟s Handbook 2015 presents an overview of our programmes, services, and the learner‟s code of conduct. Please read it thoroughly to become familiar with what is expected from you as a learner at SIT. I take this opportunity, on behalf of all the staff at SIT, to thank you for taking such a decision to enroll with our Institution. This is the start of an exhilarating journey of knowledge and skill acquisition as you work towards obtaining a qualification that will prepare your future career. Please take time to read through this handbook for you to better understand the functions of SIT better and also to really learn what is expected of you, being a learner at the Professional Centre. You are now at our institution, playing in a vital role to ensure that our institution increases its place in achieving its goals. As we welcome you at SIT, we also wish you a successful experi-ence. Mr. Hubert Barbé Director
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The Seychelles Institute of Technology (SIT)
The Seychelles Institute of Technology (SIT) is a Technical
and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution. SIT
established in 2005. It operates under a mandate to provide
technical and occupational training, primarily to secondary
school leavers in Seychelles in order to meet manpower
needs. SIT also works with outside organisations, business
and services background to provide other tailor-made training
programmes .
Programmes on offer are from level 3 to level 6, that is, a
Certificate, Advanced Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma as established in the Na-
tional Qualification Framework (NQF). Programmes at certificate and advanced certificate
levels are locally developed to meet the needs of industry. These are Carpentry and Joinery,
Electrical Installation, Electrical and Electronics, Masonry, Mechanical Engineering, Motor
Vehicle Mechanics, Painting and Decorating, Plumbing and Refrigeration and Air Condition-
ing. Programmes at diploma and advanced diploma levels are those from City & Guilds Inter-
national and these are Construction Industry, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Motor
Vehicle Engineering and Telecommunications Systems.
SIT is situated in the Industrial Estate at Providence and has a capacity to take 600 students
full-time on campus. Since its inception, SIT has adopted a logo and motto; “Steps Towards
Success”, both of which indicate progression through the centre.
SIT remains as the only TVET institution providing training in Built Environment and Engineer-
ing. Hundreds of students have graduated from SIT and are gainfully employed whilst a good
number of them have been able to pursue further studies overseas up to degree level in uni-
versities.
From, this year 2015, SIT is under a new management and leadership which is governed by a board of directors. The management of SIT comprises of the Director, the Assistant Director, the Administrative Officer, Programme Leaders and the Students‟ Support Officer. The SIT programmes are designed to equip learners with the knowledge, practical skills and the maturity required in the employment. SIT graduates entering the labour force are job ready. Job readiness is one of the key strengths of SIT graduates. Learners complete a work place-ment programme to learn how to apply their skills in the workplace. This unit component is compulsory on every programme SIT is equipped with class rooms, training rooms, laboratories, Technical drawing rooms, computer rooms, workshops and a library.
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Vision and Mission
Vision Statement
A premier professional centre providing high quality technical education and training in the Engi-
neering, Built Environment, information & Communication Technology fields.
Mission Statement
The mission of SIT is to work in partnership with industry, continually improving its programmes
and incorporate innovation and research in order to deliver quality education and training that
will equip the Seychellois youth and other learners for employment in an increasingly globalised
environment.
The goals as guided by the mission are:
1. To improve the quality of technical and vocational education and training pro-
grammes.
2. To utilise student-centered learning approach to enable learners to acquire the
required competencies in their training.
3. To provide guidance, support and the necessary skills for learners to excel in
work and in life.
4. To improve the operational management of the centre.
5. To attract, employ and retain highly qualified staff, and support their professional
development.
6. To ensure availability of resources for the effective and efficient operation of the
professional centre.
7. To continually seek out and develop wide-ranging partnerships with other edu-
cation and training providers, industrial organisations and other agencies.
8. To promote innovation that improves the status of the centre.
9. To continue the process of programme development to meet the needs of all
stakeholders.
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SIT CORE Values
The SIT CORE values based on the SIT staff character attributes are the foundation of our
genuine relationships with students, parents and each other. Passionate, knowledgeable,
skillful lecturers are the core strength of our institution system. We expect our departments
and staff to provide a dynamic and rewarding learning experience for learners. Excellent
teaching begins with strong relationships between departments and learners and is nurtured
by collaboration among colleagues. We are committed to supporting a professional team
that creates and sustains an atmosphere of intellectual excitement, innovative instruction
and personal growth.
We create safe, positive climates for learning and working environments that prepare learn-
ers to be empathetic citizens of the Seychelles.
Self-discipline We will take ownership of our behaviour as individuals, have
the courage to think and act independently, demonstrate problem solving and decision-making skills and be reliable and trustworthy and the same will be instilled in our learners.
Innovation We will pursue quality in teaching and learning through en-
couragement and support of creativity and ingenuity.
Team-work We will work as a team, remaining united in our endeavors,
engaging in collaborative partnerships for win-win outcomes and we will inculcate the same spirit in our learners.
Care We will go the extra mile in being compassionate, showing
genuine interest and consideration for others and for the environment.
Openness We will display transparency by practicing the highest ethical
standards and promoting honesty and trust as keys to sincere relationships.
Responsibility We will display conscientiousness in all that we undertake
and contribute to the learning environment to support the centre‟s mission.
Excellence We will strive to uphold excellence and continuously seek
improvement in teaching and learning as well as in all other aspects of the centre.
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Programmes Offered on Full-time
All training programmes are competency based approach (CBA) with emphasis put on skills
acquisition, especially on the Certificate and Advanced Certificate Programs.
Certificate Level Programmes
The certificate programmes are to provide students with the necessary practical skills
for work in their selected field under close supervision. The programmes are about
1200 hours (one year duration) for full time programmes and 1800 hours (18 months
duration) for the apprenticeship model of training. Work Based Experience (WBE) is a
compulsory component of the programmes, where students are attached to a relevant
work-related organization or business company on a rotational basis.
Evaluation Criteria for successful completion of a unit and programme
a) Pass mark
Each of the Certificate and Advanced Certificate programmes consists of a number of units or courses. To be successful and qualify for a certificate, a student must achieve a minimum final mark of 55% on every unit including WBE.
b) Attendance Requirement:
Students must have an attendance record of above 90% in both on-campus training and WBE to qualify for the SIT Certificate and Advanced Certificate.
Re-Sit of final unit assessments:
A student will be given one opportunity to re-sit each final unit assessment he/she has failed during the semester. A second re-sit counted as last re-sit attempt may be given if there is evidence of improvement over the previous attempt. Students must pass with the minimum 55% for every re-sit of unit assessment.
The training programmes at Certificate level are;
Certificate in Electrical Installation
Certificate in Painting & Decorating
Certificate in Plumbing
Certificate in Refrigeration & Air conditioning
Part-Time-Apprenticeship Training Scheme
Certificate in Carpentry & Joinery
Certificate in Masonry
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Certificate Level Programmes (Units/ Modules)
Certificate in Electrical Installation Semester 1
01) Health, Safety and Security Procedures
02) Domestic Installation
03) Tools, equipment and instruments
04) Electrician Inspection & Testing Occupation in the context of Seychelles
05) Electrical Fundamentals/ Science
06) Material and Components
07) English
08) Mathematics
09) Technical Drawing 1
10) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 1)
Semester 2
01) ICT
02) Domestic Installation
03) Electrical Servicing
04) Electrical Distribution
05) IEE Regulation
06) Electric Motors
07) Technical Drawing 2
08) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 2)
Certificate in Painting & Decorating Semester 1
01) Health, Safety and Security Procedures
02) Tools, equipment and instruments 1
03) Materials
04) Painter and Decorator Occupation in the context of Seychelles
05) Surface Preparation (1)
06) Plain Painting (1)
07) English
08) Mathematics
09) Technical drawing 1
10) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 1)
Semester 2
01) ICT
02) Decorative Painting
03) Colour Scheme
04) Ladders and Scaffolding
05) Surface Preparation (2)
06) Plain Painting (2)
07) Technical drawing 2
08) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 2)
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Certificate in Plumbing Semester 1
01) Health, Safety and Security Procedures
02) Hand Tools, Portable Powered Tools & Equipment
03) Plumber Occupation in the context of Seychelles
04) English
05) Applied Science 1
06) Pipes and Fittings used in Plumbing Installation 1
07) Domestic cold water Supply
08) Sanitary Appliances 1
09) Mathematics
10) Technical Drawing 1
11) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 1)
Semester 2
01) Installation of Eave Gutters
02) Sanitary Pipework
03) Below Ground Drainage System
04) Electricity
05) Pipes and Fittings used in Plumbing Installation 2
06) Domestic hot water supply
07) Sanitary Appliances 2
08) ICT
09) Technical Drawing 2
10) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 2)
Certificate in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Semester 1
01) Health, Safety and Security Procedures
02) Ref.and AC.Mechanics Occupation in the context of Seychelles
03) Engineering Tools, Instrument and Materials
04) Fundamentals of Refrigeration
05) Refrigeration Systems and Applications
06) Refrigerants and Lubricants
07) Electricity
08) English
09) Mathematics
10) Technical drawing 1
11) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 1)
Semester 2 01) Electrical Motors 02) Circuit Diagrams 03) Room Split Air conditioners 04) Troubleshooting and Servicing 05) Accessories, Auxiliaries and Controls 06) ICT 07) Technical drawing 2 08) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 2)
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Advanced Certificate Programmes
The Advanced Certificate programmes are to provide students with necessary knowledge
of the practice and the techniques required to perform proficiently in the area of specializa-
tion under a lesser degree of supervision. The programs are about 2400 hours (two years
duration).
Promotion from Certificate to Advanced Certificate Programme:
To be promoted to second year where the programme on offer is an Advanced
Certificate, the student must pass every unit, including WBE, with the minimum
final mark of 55% at the least, and should also achieve an overall average of
65% or above, to be promoted to the second year of the advanced certificate
level. Attendance and punctuality should be above 90%. Discipline and attitude
will also be taken into consideration
An application form to res-it any unit at first and second attempt will have to be
collected from the Programme Leader and completed by the student wishing to
re-sit an assessment. For each re-sit you will need an application form.
Entry Criteria Certificate and Advanced Certificates Programmes
For Advanced Certificate programmes, the entry criteria to year one is similar to that of the
certificate i.e. applicants must have completed S5 education and have attained a pass in
Mathematics, Science and English from the S5 National Exams and a record of Achieve-
ment (ROA) that indicates a proven aptitude and interest in the training applied for. S5
students who have successfully completed the TVET programmes are also eligible to
apply for the different Programmes both at Certificate and Advanced Certificate levels.
Promotion to year two is based on the performance results of a student after completing
year one. Only those learners enrolled on the advanced certificate, who have passed all
the required units and obtained an overall average mark of 65% or above will be promoted
to year two of the programme.
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Advanced Certificate Level Programmes (Units/Modules)
Advanced Certificate in Carpentry & Joinery Semester 1
01) Health, Safety and Security Procedures
02) Tools, Instrument and Equipment (1)
03) Carpenter and Joiner Occupation in the context of Seychelles
04) Materials
05) Wood Joints 1
06) Furniture 1
07) Wood Surface Treatment
08) English
09) Mathematics
10) Technical drawing 1
11) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 1)
Semester 2 01) Tools, Instrument and Equipment (2)
02) Wood Machining (1)
03) Electricity
04) Door Making (1)
05) Timber Frames
06) Ironmongery
07) ICT
08) Technical Drawing 2
09) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 2)
Semester 3 01) Maintenance of Machineries
02) Door Making 2
03) Formwork
04) Mathematics 2
05) Technical Drawing 3
06) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 3)
Semester 4 01) Wood Machining 2
02) Furniture 2
03) Timber Roof
04) Timber Floors
05) Technical Drawing 4
06) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 4)
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Advanced Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics Semester 1
01) Health, Safety and Security Procedures
02) Measurement & Instrumentation
03) Tools & Equipments 1
04) Motor Vehicle Mechanic‟s Occupation in the context of Seychelles
05) Engine System 1
06) Chasis System 1
07) Science
08) English
09) Mathematics 1
10) Technical Drawing 1
11) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 1)
Semester 2
01) Fastening & Joining
02) Electrical Fundamental
03) Engine Systems 2
04) Chasis System 2
05) Vehicle Electrical 1
06) ICT
07) Technical Drawing 2
08) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 2)
Semester 3
01) Tools & Equipments 2
02) Electronics Fundamental
03) Engine Systems 3
04) Chasis System 3
05) Vehicle Electrical 3
06) Mathematics 2
07) Technical Drawing 3
08) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 3)
Semester 4
01) Vehicle Electronics Applications
02) Engine Systems 4
03) Chasis System 4
04) Vehicle Electrical 4
05) Technical Drawing 4
06) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 4)
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Advanced Certificate in Electrical & Electronic Engineering Semester 1
01) Health, Safety and Security Procedures
02) Science
03) Tools, Equipment and Instruments
04) Electrical & Electronic Occupation in the context of Seychelles
05) Electrical Fundamentals 1
06) Electrical Circuits
07) Electronics Components
08) English
09) Mathematics 1
10) Technical Drawing 1
11) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 1)
Semester 2
01) ICT
02) Electrical & Electronics Application 1
03) Electronic Signal
04) Digital Electronics 1
05) A.C. & D.C. Supply 1
06) Electrical & Electronics Servicing 1
07) Electric Motors
08) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 2)
Semester 3
01) Electrical & Electronics Application 2
02) Measurement & Instrumentation
03) Digital Electronics 2
04) A.C. & D.C. Supply 2
05) Electrical Fundamentals 2
06) Electrical & Electronics Servicing 2
07) Renewable Energy
08) Mathematics 2
09) Technical Drawing 2
10) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 3)
Semester 4
01) Telecommunication Systems
02) Electrical & Electronic Application
03) Digital Electronics 3
04) Computer Hardware
05) Electrical & Electronic s Servicing 3
06) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 4)
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Advanced Certificate in Masonry Semester 1
01) Health, Safety and Security Procedures 02) Tools, equipment and instruments 03) Materials 04) Mason Occupation in the context of Seychelles 05) Block/ Brick Wall Construction 1 06) English 07) Mathematics 1 08) Technical Drawing 1 09) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 1)
Semester 2
01) Block Making 02) Opening in Walls 03) Machinery in Construction 04) Block/ Brick Wall Construction 2 05) Rendering and Plastering 1 06) Pavement Construction 1 07) Concreting 1 08) ICT 09) Technical Drawing 2 10) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 2)
Semester 3
01) Stone Masonry 1 02) Tiling 1 03) Block/ Brick Wall Construction 3 04) Rendering and Plastering 2 05) Concreting 2 06) Setting out of Small Buildings 1 07) Technical Drawing 3 08) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 3)
Semester 4
01) Stone Masonry 2 02) Tiling 2 03) Block/ Brick Wall Construction 4 04) Rendering and Plastering 3 05) Resource Management 06) Formwork Construction 07) Setting out of Small Building 2 08) Technical Drawing 4
Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 4)
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Advanced Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Semester 1
01) Health, Safety and Security Procedures 02) Engineering Materials & Science 1 03) Engineering Tools, Instrument and Materials 04) Mechanical Technician‟s Occupation in the context of Seychelles 05) Arc Welding 1 06) Electricity 07) English 08) Mathematics 1 09) Technical Drawing 1 10) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 1)
Semester 2
01) Engineering Materials & Science 2 02) Sheet Metal Work 1 03) Gas Welding 1 04) Power Tools 05) Machining & Fittings 1 06) ICT 07) Technical Drawing 2 08) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 2)
Semester 3
01) Engineering Materials & Science 3 02) Sheet Metal Work 2 03) Gas Welding 2 04) Arc Welding 2 05) Electrical & Electronics 06) Machining & Fittings 2 07) Mathematics 2 08) Technical Drawing 3 09) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 3)
Semester 4
01) Gas Welding 3 02) Arc Welding 3 03) Plant Maintenance 04) Machining & Fittings 3 05) Technical Drawing 4 06) Work Based Experience (W.B.E rotation 4)
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Technician Diploma Programmes The aims of Technician Diploma programmes are to provide learners with solid tech-
nical principles in technology and applied science. The Technician Diploma pro-
grammes are about 3600 hours (three years duration). Year one of the pro-
grammes is structured such that learners are able to acquire basic skills in engineer-
ing and in building services. In year two and year three learners then follow between
one and two modules towards the Technician Diploma and sit for the City and Guilds
examinations at the end of every semester upon completion of the modules.
For City & Guilds Technician Diploma programmes, applicants should have IGCSE
Ordinary Level with a “C” pass or above in Mathematics, Science and English as a
Second Language or equivalent qualifications.
Assessments/ Assignments Learners following full-time diploma programmes are required to do various assign-
ments and sit mid-semester assessments on the different modules being covered in
the semester. Learners must also sit for a final examination for each module at the
end of each semester. Learners must achieve passes in the internal assessment
results to be entered for the City and Guilds (C&G) International examinations.
Evaluation Criteria for successful completion of a module and Programme A learner must achieve a minimum final pass mark of 55% in the internal assess-
ments to pass a module.
End of Semester Evaluation: 40% of the average of all assessments/assignment marks + 60% by the end of se-
mester exam marks make up the final mark for the module.
Attendance Requirement: Leaners must have an attendance record above 90% to sit for any C&G examina-
tion.
Re-Sit of City & Guilds Exams: The Ministry is responsible for paying learners exams only on their first attempt .
Learners who fail their exam (s) on the first attempt may re-sit the City & Guilds Ex-
amination paper (s) at their own expense.
Leaners failing two or more City & Guilds exam papers at one sitting may have to
bear the cost of the remaining City & Guilds exam papers on the programme.
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Performance Based Sanctions for Failing City & Guilds Examinations: Failing two or more modules at one sitting will result in a strong warning plus a letter of notifica-
tion and the learner will be calling in with parents for a case conference with the lecturer, Pro-
gramme Leader and Assistant Director, which may also lead to dismissal on the programme.
A learner who fails to attend a City and Guilds examination without a valid reason will be issued
with a final warning and called in with parents for a case conference with Programme leader and
Assistant Director, which may also lead to dismissal on the programme.
Promotion on the Diploma Level Programmes Year one students must be successful (55% or above in each unit) in the internal assessments
for the year to be promoted to year two of the programme.
Performance Based Sanction for Failing End of Semester Evaluations for Certificate, Ad-
vanced Certificate and Diploma year one.
Failing two units/modules will result in a written warning letter from programme Leader.
Failing more than two units/modules will result in a warning letter from the Assistant Director and
the learner will be called in with a parent for a case conference.
Failing more than half of the total units/modules will result in Programme Leader requesting
learner‟s dismissal from the programme.
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Technician Diploma Programmes City & Guilds Technician Diploma in Construction Industry (6165 C&G)
01 Basic Construction Skills - Principles
02 Construction Technician 1 - Principles
03 Core Skills - Principles
04 Applied Scientific Techniques - Principles
05 Drawing and Surveying - Principles
06 Design for Construction - Principles
07 Construction Mathematics - Principles
08 Measurement - Principles
09 Structural Mechanics - Principles
10 Environmental Science - Principles
City & Guilds Technician Diploma in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering (2850 C&G)
Compulsory Modules
01 Engineering Health and Safety
02 Engineering Principles
Selective Modules 03 Principles of Engineering Maintenance, Installation and Commissioning (or)
04 Principles of Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering (or/and)
05 Principles of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
City & Guilds Technician Diploma in Motor Vehicle Engineering (3905 C&G)
01 Mathematics, Science and Communications
02 Chassis Systems 1, 2 & 3
03 Engine Systems 1, 2 & 3
04 Mathematics Science and Electronics 1 & 2
05 Vehicle Systems Practical 1 & 2
City & Guilds Technician Diploma in Telecommunication Systems (2730 C&G)
01 Communication Systems
02 Digital Networks 1,2 & 3
03 Fundamentals of Electronic Communications 1,2 & 3
04 Programme Principles
05 Mathematics
06 Advanced Mathematics
07 Radio Systems
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Certification Seychelles Institute of Technology awards Certificate of Competences to success-
ful candidates on the Certificate and Advanced Certificate Programmes. The City &
Guilds International awards Technician Diplomas to successful candidates on the
Diploma Programmes.
A graduation ceremony will be held following your final semester at SIT.
Medium of Instruction The main medium of instructions is English but Creole is used between local lec-
turers and Seychellois youths for clarification .SIT lecturers and trainers use learn-
er-centred teaching and learning strategies which actively engage learners in their
own learning. Instruction fosters the development of a broad range of skills,
including:
Occupational Skills - skills to meet the standards of performance required by an
industry or profession.
Industrial skills – skills and knowledge that would enable a worker to understand
and appreciate the impact of their work in relation to the industrial sector or profes-
sion and its role in the Seychelles economy.
Essential skills (also known as employability skills) - enabling skills and capa-
bility required for a worker to be effective and adaptable in the workplace. Essen-
tial skills are considered crucial for success in modern business organisations
which include: workplace literacy and numeracy, information technologies, self-
management, workplace health and safety, problem- solving and decision making,
initiative and enterprise, oral and visual communication, relationship management,
life skills and lifelong learning.
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Class Periods - A typical timetable for any programme at SIT is as shown below.
There may be class sessions in the form of lectures or workshop practice which may start
after 3:00p.m or extended till up to 6:00p.m in the evening. Special sessions may take place
on Saturdays as well, depending on availability of resources.
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SIT Operational Procedures, Rules & Regulations
01) Assessments and Results
a) Your assessments are designed to demonstrate your ability to perform tasks
and duties to the standard expected in the workplace and to establish that you
have developed the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to be able to oper-
ate effectively in a particular industry or profession.
b) Assessments are not only exams but include practical and/or work-based
tasks, projects, role plays and other types of assessments as well.
c) For all units within each programme a student‟s final result is determined by
combining 40 % of all continuous assessment marks with 60% of the end of
unit examination mark.
d) 55% is established as the minimum pass mark for each unit
e) Your lecturers/trainers will tell you how you will be assessed on each unit,
which makes up the programme.
f) Your lecturers will be responsible for assessing your progress throughout your
programme.
g) Your lectuerer will assess your workshop practical exercises on a regular basis
to ensure that you are learning effectively. This work will be used, together with
formal assessments, to determine if you are competent in each of your units
that make up the programme.
h) You may be able to repeat a scheduled assessment once, if you are not yet
competent the first time (See assessment policy for details).
1.1) Missed Assessments
a) If you miss a scheduled assessment, you will need to produce a written letter providing a valid reason for your absence
1.2) Rescheduled Assessment
a) You must have a very good reason for missing an assessment, such as a medical or other emergency.
b) The Programme Leader will decide if it is possible to organise another assess-ment opportunity.
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1.3) Procedure for late submission of assignment
a) In fairness to those learners who do meet the assignment due date and
time, late submissions will in most cases receive a zero mark. A late
submission will only be allowed when a deferred deadline has been
approved by the year tutor in consultation with the programme leader
prior to due date because of medical or extenuating circumstances. This
will require documented evidence, e.g. Medical Certificate, etc.
b) If a learner is unable to submit an assignment on the due date due to
other commitments, then it is recommended that the learner submit on a
day earlier to the due date to avoid late submission deductions. Early
submissions are always welcomed.
1.4) Late submission: Special Consideration
a) In general learners are responsible to manage their time and ensure that
sufficient time is allocated between their training/studies and other activi-
ties. Learners need to apportion sufficient time to satisfactorily complete
the many and varied requirements of units in the programme.
b) Nevertheless unforeseen and exceptional circumstances can sometimes
arise that may prevent a learner from submitting an assignment by the
due date.
c) In cases of illness or other extenuating circumstances, a learner should
seek a supporting paper from the Students‟ Support Officer and apply to
the Programme Leader for Special Consideration.
1.5) Final Results Notification
Final Results for all learners will be ready two weeks after the final assessment unit or units has/have been taken and may be collected from the Programme leader.
Results will be reported as:
D - Distinction - for marks 85+
C - Credit -from 70 - 84
P - Pass -from 55 - 69
NYC - Not Yet Competent- from 0 - 54
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1.6) Appeals on Results
a) If you feel that there has been an error in the calculation of your final
results, you may request a result review. A „Unit Result Appeal’ form is
available at Student Support Services. You must complete this form and
then submit the Unit Result Appeal form to Student Services within two
weeks of receiving the result. There will be no result reviews after this
date, and the result of your appeal will be given to you before the start of
the semester. The Programme Leader will review all the evidence sub-
mitted in class throughout the semester.
b) He/She will also ensure that the assessment procedures were valid,
reliable, and fair, and that no administrative data errors occurred in the
recording of your results. The process will end with a review and approv-
al of the Assistant Director, Programme Leader and Students Support
Officer. The decision of the result review will be final.
1.7) Learner Obligation
a) We want to provide you with the highest quality teaching and learning so
that you can be successful in your studies.
b) There are also some things that you need to do to make sure that you
have the best possible chance of succeeding.
1.8) Attendance
a) You need to attend all your classes, to arrive on time and also to remain for the whole class. If you do not do this, you will not succeed in your studies and you may receive attendance warnings. If the number of absences increases after you receive your second warning and you may be dismissed.
1.9) Documentation required for Absence
a) If you are absent from classes and work based experience, you must
provide evidence explaining why you missed class or did not report for
WBE.
b) This must be an official document such as a Medical Certificate.
c) Medical certificates must be stamped by the Health Authority.
d) Documents produced will be taken into consideration in relation to the
issuing of warnings and dismissal from SIT.
e) Absences for travel cannot be accepted. If you must travel for an ex-
tended period, you may be asked to withdraw from the term.
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1.10) Extenuating Circumstances for Extended Absence
a) Reasons for extended absence can include illness, pregnancy, or
family bereavement. If you need to have an extended time away from
your classes, you need to:
b) Discuss this with your Programme leader followed by a letter of re-
quest signed by a parent.
c) After an extended absence, you may not be able to return to your
studies, you will have to defer your enrollment for the next semester,
or you may have to reapply for admission in another semester.
Note: i) You can only have one extended leave of absence during your time at
SIT.
ii) You can have only one unsuccessful semester during your time at
SIT.
iii) If you have two successive unsuccessful terms, you will not be offered
enrollment at SIT.
Mobile Phones
a) You are not allowed to use your mobile phone during class time.
b) Mobile phones must be put on silent and should not be visible in the
classroom.
c) If you do use your mobile phone during class, your lecturer has the
right to take it away and you will have to collect it at a later time.
d) If you use your mobile phone in class or at an unauthorised time or in
an unauthorised place, you may face disciplinary action.
e) Please ensure your family members, know the telephone number of
your campus: SIT- 4601501/4601502
f) In case of emergency, the campus number can be called and a re-
ception staff will come to your classroom or workshop and notify you
immediately.
Academic Integrity
a) All learners are expected to engage in their studies honestly and con-
scientiously and to adhere to SIT policies and procedures. When you
register as an SIT learner, you acknowledge and accept all policies
and procedures and the associated rights and responsibilities.
b) You are responsible for becoming familiar with, and understanding,
the policies, codes, rights and responsibilities of being a learner at
SIT.
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3.1) Academic integrity requires you to:
a) Show respect and consideration for all members of the Profession-
al Centre community.
b) Behave in a way that does not affect the learning, enjoyment, health
and safety of all members of the Professional Centre community.
c) Be courteous, responsible, mature and respecting the rights and
opinions of others.
d) Respect the work, ideas, beliefs, values and opinions of others.
e) Work co-operatively with all members of the Professional Centre
community and carrying out instructions and requests when asked
to do so.
f) Wear the SIT uniform in the stated way and following appropriate
grooming procedures.
g) Maintain a clean, tidy, orderly and healthy SIT environment.
h) Use all SIT equipment and resources safely and responsibly.
i) Return any items or books by the time required.
j) Attend all classes regularly and on time.
k) Complete course work and other parts of the programme (e.g. Work
Based Experience) to a satisfactory standard and on time.
l) Switch off mobile phones and/or other personal devices in all learn-
ing areas.
m) Know and follow ALL SIT policies, procedures and specific regula-
tions.
4.0) Prohibited Conduct
a) Any learner found to have engaged, or attempted to engage, in the
following while within the SIT's jurisdiction, shall be subjected to
disciplinary action by the SIT.
4.1) Academic misconduct;
Examples of academic misconduct include, but are not limited to:
a) Violation of programme rules;
b) Plagiarism, copying or cheating to improve your performance or
gain other rewards;
c) Knowingly providing, receiving, using or being in possession of
unauthorised materials during examinations;
d) Knowingly providing or using unauthorized assistance on a course
assignment;
e) Collaborating with someone else on assessments which should
have been individual work;
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f) Serving as, or enlisting the assistance of a substitute for a learner in any graded assignments;
g) Alteration of grades or marks by the learner in an effort to change
the earned grade or credit; h) Alteration of academically-related SIT forms or records, or unauthor-
ised use of those forms or records; i) Engaging in activities that unfairly place other learners at a disad-
vantage, such as taking, hiding or altering resource material, or manipulating a grading system;
j) Endangering health or safety of any member of the SIT community;
4.2) Sexual misconduct;
4.3) Bullying;
4.4) Destruction of property;
4.5) Misuse of SIT premises;
4.6) Possession, use of dangerous weapons, devices, or substances;
4.7) Dishonest conduct;
a) Theft, attempted theft, or the unauthorised use or possession of SIT property, services, resources, or the property of others;
b) Failure to comply with SIT or civil authority directives; c) Use, production, distribution, sale, or possession of illegal substanc-
es;
d) Use, production, distribution, sale, or possession of alcohol; e) Being under the influence of alcohol or any illegal substances; f) Disorderly or disruptive conduct; g) Using abusive language or assaulting others; h) Using electronic or other means to make a video or photographic
record of any person in a location where there is a reasonable ex-pectation of privacy without the person's prior knowledge, when such a recording is likely to cause injury, distress, or damage to reputa-tion;
i) Putting video or photographic record of SIT personnel and/or learn-
ers on social media such as Facebook without the person‟s prior knowledge and permission;
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5.0) Violations
a) Any learner who violates the Code of Conduct shall be subject to speci-
fied sanctions by the SIT. A complaint alleging a violation of the Code of
Conduct must be filed with the SIT as soon as practicable following the
discovery of the alleged violation.
b) Learners shall be notified of Professional Centre violations in writing,
and a copy shall be maintained in the learner‟s file. For learners below 18
years, parents shall be called in for conferencing.
c) Following notification of violations, learners are strongly encouraged to
and shall be afforded the opportunity to meet with a Professional Centre
official for the purpose of explaining the Professional Centre violation
and discussion of the disciplinary action.
6.0) Academic Breaches of Misconduct and Dishonesty
a) SIT assumes that all learners come to the Institute for a serious purpose
and expects them to be responsible individuals who demand of them-
selves high standards of honesty and personal conduct.
b) You must make sure that all items submitted for your assessments are
your own work.
6.1) What constitutes a breach in academic integrity?
The followings are the most common breaches of academic integrity. They
considered serious offenses for which disciplinary penalties can be imposed;
a) Cheating (of any kind);
b) Representing someone else‟s work as your own (plagiarism);
c) Collaborating on work when permission was not granted;
d) Utilising library or internet sources without giving credit;
e) Using a previous assignment or paper from another class, course or
colleague/relative from past years;
f) Using someone else's papers or assignments as your own;
g) Fabricating or falsifying data;
h) Where a learner is aware of a breach committed by a fellow learner, he/
she may wish to report the matter in confidence; in such instances the
reporting learner‟s confidentiality will be maintained as far as possible but
may need to be revealed in certain circumstances.
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6.2) Handling of Violations
a) When a staff member believes that a learner has violated the expected
standards of academic conduct, he/she will report the incident to the
Programme Leader of the section.
b) The first step is for the Programme Leader and the assessor arrange to
talk to the learner in question as soon as possible.
c) If from the talk, the Programme Leader decides that there is a case at
hand, then a formal request for a meeting within a week from the first
meeting, accompanied by his/her parent (s) is made in writing. At this
meeting the Programme Leader should explain the reason for believing
that a breach of academic honesty has occurred and to give the learner
the opportunity to respond fully to all allegations.
d) As a result of the discussion between the Programme Leader and the
learner, the Programme Leader may wish to take some further action.
e) The Programme Leader may wish to take a direct action, such as one of
those described below) or to bring the case to the office the Student‟s
Support Officer. In making this choice, the Programme Leader should
take into account such factors as the severity of the offence, the attitude
of the learner, and the amount of uncertainty that exists over the facts.
f) Before making a decision (but after meeting with the student), the Pro-
gramme Leader may wish to refer to the leaner‟s file to determine if he/
she has received any previous warning letters as a result of academic
dishonesty. If the Programme Leader defers making a decision for this
reason, the learner should be told when to expect to be notified of the
decision.
6.3) The followings are the direct actions (penalties) which the Programme Leader may wish to take:
a) Provide feedback, issue a warning to be retained on the learner‟s file and
award a mark appropriate to the work submitted, taking account of the
fact that not all of the work is that of the learner.
b) Require the learner to re-submit the same piece of work for the same
capped mark (should the student fail to re-submit the work a mark of 0
(zero) will be awarded)
c) Award no marks (0) zero, for the piece of work.
d) Award a fail grade for the module/unit concerned with or without the right
of re-sit.
e) Failure in the year as a whole.
f) Termination of the programme (a request for termination in writing is
made to the Director through Student‟s Support Officer from
The Programme Leader or Assistant Director)
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7.0) Grounds for Appeal
a) A learner may only appeal in writing against a decision made by the As-
sistant Director or Programme Leader if he/she can produce evidence of
one or more of the following;
b) That he/she possesses new evidence not available at the time the Assis-
tant Director or Programme Leader made the decision.
c) That his/her performance had been adversely affected by illness or by
other factors (e.g: family crisis) which, in exceptional circumstances, they
were unable or for valid reason unwilling to disclose to the Assistant
Director or Programme Leader before he/she made his/her decision.
d) That there had been a significant failure in the application of procedures
which had affected the decision of the Relevant Body.
e) Under no circumstances may a learner question the academic judgement
of the assessors and any appeal made, based on such grounds, will not
be considered.
7.1) The Academic Appeals Process
a) The office of the Student‟s Support Officer is responsible for ensuring that the processes are correctly followed and appropriate records are kept.
b) An appeal may only be made by the learner concerned, it may not be
made by a representative or relative.
c) A formal appeal is made in writing addressed to the Director of SIT
providing appropriate written evidence within one week after judgement
has been made.
d) Once the letter has been received, Director will check that the learner
has attempted to resolve the matter through preliminary discussions with the Lecturer/ Programme Leader.
e) No appeal can be considered unless such discussions have taken place. f) After an appeal has been lodged, Director will appoint a chair- person
who could be the Assistant Director or a Programme leader from another section, plus the Student‟s Support Officer and one or two other senior members, on the Appeal panel.
g) Provided preliminary discussions have taken place, and is accepted that
the learner has presented evidence under one of the grounds for appeal, the chairperson will convene a meeting of the Academic Appeal Panel.
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h) Care should be taken that the members of the Appeal Panel do not have
an individual relationship with the learner (e.g. Through personal tutoring,
small group teaching, project etc.).
i) Wherever possible the Academic Appeal panel should include at least one
member of the same gender as the student.
8.0) Rewards
a) Learners will be appropriately rewarded for positive behavior. Rewards
may include, but are not limited to, oral or written formal praise; commen-
dation letter; certificate; nomination for national awards.
9.0) Sanctions
a) Sanctions shall be commensurate with the violations found to have
occurred.
b) In addition, sanctions should take into account any circumstances or fac-
tors relating to the violation. This may include, but is not limited to, any
provocation that elicited the violation; any past misconduct by the learner;
any previous sanction already applied to the learner; any failure of the
learner to comply fully with previous sanctions; the actual and potential
harm caused by the violation; the degree of intent and motivation of the
learner in committing the violation.
10.0) One or more of the following courses of action may
be taken when a learner has been found to have
violated Code of Conduct:
a) An oral or written informal reprimand
b) A formal written letter of warning
c) Disciplinary probation for a specified period of time, which may also
involve the loss of specified privileges. A further violation of SIT policies
during the probationary period will additionally be viewed as a violation of
the probation, which shall result in further action up to and including sus-
pension or dismissal.
d) Suspension* for a specified period of time. Satisfactory completion of
specified stipulations may be required for readmission at the end of the
suspension period.
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e) Dismissal*, whereby a learner‟s enrollment at the SIT is immediately
terminated without opportunity to re-enroll in the future.
i. *A learner who has been sanctioned with a suspension or dis-
missal shall be denied all privileges afforded a learner and shall
be required to vacate Professional Centre premises at a speci-
fied time. After vacating Professional Centre premises, a sus-
pended or dismissed learner may not return at any time, for any
purpose, in the absence of expressed written permission from
the director.
ii. Other appropriate sanctions may be imposed singularly or in
combination with any of the above-listed sanctions. Examples
include, but are not limited to, repayment of any damaged or
appropriated property; reassignment to another room, class or
group; restriction of access to specified PC premises; referral to
medical resources or counselling personnel.
10.1) Appeal
a) A learner found to have violated the Code of Conduct has the right to
appeal the original decision within seven days as per policy.
b) An appeal committee will process the appeal and inform the learner of
the final decision in writing. The decision of the appeal committee shall
be final.
c) A learner who has accepted responsibility for violating the Code of Con-
duct waives the right to appeal, except on the basis that the disciplinary
sanction is grossly disproportionate to the violation(s) committed.
10.2) Learners’ concerns, complaints, and grievances
a) A Learner who complains or grieves regarding constitutional rights, equal
access to programmes, discrimination, or personal safety issues may
complain directly to the Programme Leader or Students Support Officer
within thirty (30) days of an alleged occurrence.
b) The initial complaint or grievance should be made in writing, however, a
verbal complaint or grievance may also be made.
c) Complaints and grievances related to violence, harassment, intimidation
or bullying are to be filed in accordance with the respective policies.
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11.0) Guidelines for student behaviour
The punishment for violations set forth under this "Guidelines for Learner‟s Be-
haviors" shall be administered according to these rules and regulations, applying
due process procedures, and taking into consideration the seriousness of the
offence and the potential rehabilitation of the student offender. See policy on
code of conduct.
Definitions
a) Suspension. Learners may be suspended from lecture or WBE only by
Programme Leader b) Learners who are suspended out of the Professional Centre are marked
absent. c) A suspension for longer than ten days may extend into subsequent semes-
ters. d) Learners who have been suspended out of the Professional Centre may
not be on campus of SIT at any time, for any reason, without prior approval from the SIT administration or they will be cited for trespassing. Learners may make up work for credit but may not participate in or attend extra-curricular activities until midnight of the final date of suspension. Any learner who is suspended through the date of the Graduation Ceremony will not be eligible to participate in the Graduation Ceremony.
e) Expulsion/Dismissal. Learners may be expelled from the SIT as laid out in the policy on the Code of Conduct.
f) Expulsion is the exclusion of a learner from his or her studies. Learners who have been expelled from the SIT cannot re-enrolled again without Govern-ing Board‟s approval.
12.0) Learners Rights and Responsibilities
a) Professional Centre’s Jurisdiction: Learners are responsible for their
conduct from the time they leave home until they return home. All learners enrolled, without regard to age, are responsible for their conduct under all the provisions of existing policies.
b) The Administration reserves the right to take action involving learner‟s con-
duct, regardless of where or when said action takes place if the student brings discredit upon the SIT or staff.
c) Any learner who is suspended through the date of the Graduation Ceremony
will not be eligible to participate in the Graduation Ceremony. If the suspend-ed learner has earned the certificate or diploma, then arrangements may be made for the certificate or diploma to be delivered or picked up.
d) The learner does not have a “right” to the activity of the ceremony. The cere-
mony is a privilege and an SIT activity.
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12.1) Cleanliness/Tidiness of Classrooms/ Drawing rooms/
labs and workshop
a) Learners are responsible for the cleanliness, tidiness of their classrooms/
Drawing rooms, Computer rooms, Library, training rooms and workshop.
12.2) General Attire
a) Learners are expected to wear uniforms at all times during training hours
and when on WBE as per guideline unless otherwise stated. b) Learners must always wear clean overalls and appropriate safety shoes
at SIT and while on WBE. Failure to do so will result in learners not being allowed into the workshop for practical work.
c) Other than recommended safety shoes, no canvas shoes, flip-flops or slip
-on are allowed. In the case of a learner not being able to wear safety boots or shoes either because of injury or any other reasons, he/she should forward a medical certificate and/or a written explanation. (N.B. He/she would not be allowed to perform some of the tasks, which have to be carried out in the workshop).
12.3) Guidelines for wearing Uniform
a) The uniform shall not be worn for sports activities.
b) The manner of a learner‟s wear of the uniform shall be neat, clean and
properly fitted.
c) Clothing must be sized appropriately to the learner. No tight/loose or
overly baggy.
d) Clothing shall be allowed as per the sketch provided.
e) Memorabilia shall not be worn with the uniform.
f) Proper footwear shall be worn at all times.
g) Caps and Hats shall not be worn on campus, in class/training room /
workshop .
h) If belts are worn, they must not be oversized and must suit the design of
the uniform.
i) Students shall not smoke, consume alcohol and use illegal sub-
stances while in uniform and on campus.
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12.4) Male Learners
a) The shirt must be tucked in at all times.
b) The shirt shall be long enough to cover the midriff when sitting or
standing.
c) Undergarments shall not be visible at any time.
d) The shorts shall be knee length and shall not be worn on the hips, as
per sketch provided.
e) Visible body piercing/tongue piercing/tattoos/love bites are not
allowed. Studs/ear-rings and excessive jewelry are not allowed.
These will be confiscated and returned at the end of the semester
f) Hair must be neatly cut above the collar in the back and tidy at all
times.
g) Learners shall not shave their heads to the skin. Coloured, highlight-
ed and braided hair is not allowed.
h) Beards shall be kept short and neat.
i) Public display of intimate affection are not allowed.
12.5) Female Learners
a) Extreme make-up shall not be allowed.
b) Hair must be kept neat and tidy at all times. Colouring or highlighting
of the hair is not allowed.
c) The shirt/blouse must be of sufficient length (no shorter than the top of
the hip bones) and must remain tucked inside skirts/shorts at all times
or as specified by the design of the SIT.
d) The skirt/shorts must be knee length.
e) Fashion belts shall not be allowed.
f) Only one pair of ear-rings shall be allowed. Ear-rings must not be
distracting (extra long, dangling, etc.).
g) Toe-rings and anklets are not allowed.
h) Visible body piercing/tongue piercing/tattoos/love bites are not
allowed. Studs/ear-rings and excessive jewelry are not allowed.
These will be confiscated and returned at the end of the semester
i) Public display of intimate affection is not allowed.
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13.0) Disciplinary Action for Noncompliance
Infringement of the Code of Conduct will result in disciplinary action. Depending on the nature and severity of the offence, the sequence of disciplinary actions may take the following forms.
Note: In some cases it may be necessary to skip a higher order of disciplinary action. A learner may be suspended or dismissed immediately without prior warning.
13.a First level Offence
Verbal Warning:
This is recorded in the learner‟s file, using a formal form to be com-
pleted and signed by the lecturer concerned and the learner receiving
the verbal warning. Accumulating three verbal warnings warrant the
learner a first written warning.
13.b Second level Offence
First Written Warning:
This warning is issued by the Programme Leader following recom-
mendation from a lecturer and is copied to the learner‟s file and to
parents/guardians.
13.c Third level Offence
Second Written Warning:
This second warning is issued by the Assistant Director, upon recom-
mendation from the Programme Leader copied to the student‟s file,
sent to parents/guardians and suspended until he/she reports with
parent/guardian within 1 week.
Note: In certain circumstances, a Strong Warning letter may be is-
sued bearing the same weighting as a second warning.
13.d Fourth level Offence
Final Written Warning and dismissal:
This final warning is issued upon recommendation from the Assistant
Director, to the Director who may also prolong suspension, dismiss or
terminate the studies of the offender.
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14.0) Deposit For Training Facilities
SIT provides valuable equipment and other facilities to enhance training
and learning. Tools will be provided at the workshops for the practical
work and learners are asked to take great care and to use the right tools
for the right task. All tools should be kept clean at all times. A learner who
looses tools on purpose/negligence will have to replace them. If any de-
fective tools, equipment or machinery is noticed, they should be reported
to their lecturers immediately.
Every learner is required to pay a deposit of SR 225/- to cover the cost of
lost or damaged tools/equipment. The deposit will be refunded after the
graduation, with necessary deductions if any, once the learner completes
a clearance form at the end of the training programme or at any time he/
she resigns/terminates the training. Unclaimed deposits within a year after
completion/termination of training will not be refunded.
15.0) Library Facilities
The library offers a wide range of access to books, magazines, journals,
newspapers, newsletters, government documents as well as to research
on internet . Books may be borrowed on short-term or long–term loan. A
short-term loan allows learners to borrow books for one/two days and a
long-term loan allows learners to borrow books for two weeks (up to 2
books for Certificate and Advanced Certificate level learners and 3
books for Diploma level learners). If a learner wishes to keep a book
longer, he/she needs to have it renewed. Failure to return library books in
time will warranty fines at the rate of SR 1/- per day. Lost materials must
be replaced with the latest edition (for books) or paid according to the
latest price. However, there are certain books/documents that cannot be
removed from the library as they are very rare, delicate or expensive and
thus may only be consulted in the library. The library has a developing
programme designed to help new learners to use the facilities effective-
ly. Library tours are arranged during the start of the first semester and
classes are held to explain the main features of library facilities. Photo-
copy facilities will be available for students at the rate of SR 1/- per side
per copy and SR 2/- if back to back per copy.
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16.0) Cafeteria A cafeteria (at ground floor of block A) for all SIT staff and learners is opera-
tional from morning till afternoon. Snacks and drinks including certain food
stuff for takeaway and education materials such as pens, pencil, eraser, etc.
can be purchased during the opening time. Students are encouraged to pur-
chase their items before the morning session starts and/or during break time
and lunch time. Special permission to purchase items during normal sessions
must be obtained from Lecturer or Programme Leader. Learners should re-
frain from making too much noise while in the cafeteria, especially when play-
ing approved indoor games or viewing videos on their laptops as they may
disturb the administration offices located just above the cafeteria.
17.0) Recreational Facilities
A multi-purpose court located annexed to the Masonry section is available to SIT learners, which they can occupy during break time and lunch time for recreational activities including basketball, volleyball and football. Learners can borrow balls from the office of the Students Support Officer by signing for them.
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18.0) Clubs
SIT welcomes the creation of different clubs where learners will engage
their activities in research, projects, and environmental initiatives and in
any other important educational and cultural aspects that will make the
standing of the Professional Centre. Usually these clubs will require the
support and follow-up from an SIT staff.
19.0) Drugs And Alcohol
Learners are strongly warned that the possession, use and supply of
illegal (non-prescriptive) drugs are criminal offences and are therefore
not permitted. In the event that a learner is found in breach of the law
(inside or outside of campus) dismissal is the most likely outcome. Fur-
thermore, criminal procedures will be pursued against the learner. The
use, possession or supply of cigarettes, dangerous substance and alco-
hol on campus is also strictly prohibited. The institution will instantly
warn, suspend or dismiss learners who breach these regulations. The
parent/guardian of the learner will immediately be notified of the offence
and the actions that the institution is likely to take.
It is strongly emphasised to learners that drug and alcohol abuse is not
conducive to healthy lifestyles or study. Use of illegal drugs and alcohol
diminishes one‟s ability to concentrate, to participate fully in scholarly
activities, to socialise, and can subsequently become a serious obstacle
in learner‟s career path and professional development.
Learners who may have difficulty in dealing with such problems are
advised to seek help and support within the institution (especially from
the Student Support Officer) or from responsible external agencies (like
CARE, the Youth Health Centre) where they can receive professional
counseling in a confidential environment. As a member of a profession-
al centre, the learner should always bear in mind that the younger mem-
bers of society who aspire to such status look up to him/her as a role
model. In behaving appropriately the learner benefits not only for him-
self/herself but also for the society in general.
20.0) Political Affiliation
Whilst on campus, learners are strictly forbidden to engage in any politi-
cal activity with a view to make known their political orientations. Learn-
ers are not allowed to form political groups which are campus-based or
to attempt to politically influence others.
Seychelles Institute of Technology Learner’s Handbook 2015 Page | 41
Learners are not allowed to wear any material such as badges, clothes, party logos, mottos etc., with them or on private belongings which promote the image of any particular political party. Displaying political messages or mate-rials on notice boards or in any part of the Institute is also strictly forbidden.
21.0) Maintenance Allowance
All students in Professional Centres are entitled to a maintenance allowance (as per government announcement).
Allowances are paid on a monthly basis and students are encouraged to
open a bank account in order to facilitate the payment.
Permission will not be granted for students to collect their allowances
during teaching hours.
22.0) Learner’s Bus Pass
SIT learners requiring SPTC smart card will have to contribute a minimum
determine by SPTC towards their travelling cost. Contribution for the bus
pass fee will be deducted from their learner‟s allowance The smart card will
enable learners in SIT uniform to use the designated SPTC buses at specific
time. There is also a fee of SR50/- for cases of lost or damaged smart card
unless otherwise stated.
23.0) Insurance Policy & Claim Procedure
All full time learners of the Seychelles Institute of Technology are covered by
an insurance policy against accidents while at the Professional Centre and
when on Work-Based Experience.
In cases of accident, the learner will need to report the incident immediately
to the Director of SIT through their respective Programme Leader and Stu-
dent Support Officer.
All claims will require a medical certificate and a report of the incident from
the immediate supervisor involved. Claims should be submitted to the office
of the Student Support Officer for follow up action.
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Dip
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Ap
pre
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TV
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Ap
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e Y
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Rem
ark
s
5th
Jan WBE
Selection WBE – Work
Based Experience
12th
Jan WBE
19th
Jan WBE
1 26th
Jan Selection Selection Selecti
on
Semester Starts
/Lectures Selection WBE
Semester Starts/Le
ctures
Semester Starts/Placement
with organisati
ons
Semester Starts for Advanced
certificates Yr.2 and Dip. Yr. 3
2 2nd
Feb Selection Selection Selecti
on Lectures Selection WBE Lectures
3 9th
Feb
Semester Starts
Thursday 12
th
February with
Orientation
Semester Starts
Thursday 12
th
February with
Orientation
Semester Starts
Thursday 12
th
February with
Orientation
Lectures/Assessm
ent
Semester Starts
Thursday 12
th
February with
Orientation
WBE Lectures
Semester Starts Thursday 12
th
February with Orientation for
new intakes
4 16th
Feb Lectures Lectures Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures
5 23th
Feb Lectures Lectures Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures
6 2nd
Mar Lectures Lectures Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures
7 9th
Mar Lectures/Assessm
ents
Lectures/Assessm
ents
Lectures/Assessm
ents WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures
8 16th
Mar Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures
9 23th
Mar Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures
10 30th
Mar Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Mid-
Sem.Assessments
Mid-Semester Assessm
ents
Mid-Semester Assessm
ents
Submission of Entries for City
and Guilds June Exams
11 6th
Apr MSB WBE MSB WBE MSB MSB MSB Lectures/Practices
MSB - Mid Semester Break (6
th - 10
th April)
12 13th
Apr Lectures WBE Final Unit Assessm
ents MSB Lectures Lectures Lectures
Lectures/ Practices
Lectures/ Practice
13 20th
Apr Lectures WBE WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures/ Practices
Lectures/ Practices
Graduation Ceremony -
Friday 24th April
2014
14 27th
April Final Unit Assessm
ents MSB WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures
Lectures/ Practices
Lectures/ Practices
15 4th
May WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures/ Practices
Lectures/ Practices
16 11th
May WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures/ Practices
Lectures/ Practices
17 18th
May WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures/ Practices
Lectures/ Practices
18 25th
May WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures/ Practices
Lectures/ Practices
Acadamic Calendar 2015
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Week
No
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Date
Certific
ate
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Certific
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B
Ad
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Certific
ate
.1
Ad
van
ce
d
Certific
ate
.2
Dip
lom
a 1
Dip
lom
a 2
Dip
lom
a 3
Ap
pre
ntic
e Y
ear 1
TV
ET
Ap
pre
ntic
e Y
ear 2
Rem
ark
s
19 1st
Jun WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures City&Guilds Exams
City &Guilds Exams
Lectures/ Practices
Lectures/ Practices
City & Guilds Exams as of 2
nd
June
20 8th
Jun WBE Final Unit Assessm
ents
Final Unit Assessm
ents Exams Exams
City &Guilds Exams
City &Guilds Exams
Lectures/ Practices
Lectures/ Practices
21 15th
June Final Unit Assessm
ents Final Unit Assessm
ents Final Unit Assessm
ents Exams Exams Vacation Vacation
Semester ends Friday 19
th June
23rd
Jun Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation
30
th Jun Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation
7th
Jul Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation WBE
14th
Jul Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation WBE
22 20th
Jul Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures WBE Semester 2
Starts/Lectures
23 27th
Jul Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures WBE
24 3rd
Aug Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures WBE
25 10th
Aug Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures WBE
26 17th
Aug Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures/WBE
27 24th
Aug Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures/
WBE
28 31st
Aug Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures/
WBE
Submission of Entries for City
and Guilds December
Exams
29 07th
Sept Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures/
WBE
14th
Sept Lectures WBE Lectures WBE Lectures lectures Lectures/
WBE
30 21st
Sept Final Unit Assessm
ents WBE
Final Unit Assessm
ents WBE
Mid-Semester Assessm
ents
Mid-Semester Assessm
ents
Mid-Semester Assessm
ents
31 28th
Sept MSB MSB MSB MSB MSB MSB MSB MSB - (28
th Sept
– 2nd
October)
32 05th
Oct WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures/
WBE
33 12th
Oct WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures/
WBE
34 19th
Oct WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures/
WBE
35 26th
Oct WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures/
WBE
36 2nd
Nov WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures/
WBE
37 9th
Nov WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Lectures Lectures/
WBE
38 16th
Nov WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Mock exams
Mock exams
39 23th
Nov WBE Lectures WBE Lectures Lectures Study leave
Study leave
40 30th
Nov Final Unit Assessm
ents
Final Unit Assessm
ents
Final Unit Assessm
ents Exams Exams
C & G Exams
C & G Exams
City & Guilds Exams
41 7th
Dec Final Unit Assessm
ents
Final Unit Assessm
ents
Final Unit Assessm
ents Exams Exams
C & G Exams
C & G Exams
8
th Dec P.Holy, 11
th
Dec End of Semester
42 14th
Dec Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation Vacation 15
th Dec.
to 25th Jan 2016
26th
Jan Start of Semester