Course/Program Proposal Development Guide
General
1. I am making content changes to the following sections. I have attached
rationale for the proposed changes.
Yes
No
N/A
a. Course Title
b. Subject Code
c. Course Number
d. General Course Description
e. Program Information
f. CNC Credits (as per Credit Calculator)
http://tools.cnc.bc.ca/CNCPolicies/PolicyFiles.ashx?attId=109
g. Hours for this course
h. Course pre/co-requisites
I. Learning Objectives/Course Goals
i. Textbooks and required materials
j. Course topics
k. Essential skills developed in this course
l. Evaluation and assessment
m. New course
n. New program
2. This proposal reflects the principles of indigenization as outlined in
CNC’s strategic plan.
3. This proposal reflects the principles of internationalization.
4. This proposal reflects the principles of universal design for learning.
(Accessibility)
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5. I have discussed the proposed changes with the Centre for Teaching and
Learning.
6. The proposed changes have been approved by my Dean.
7. The formatting of my text is consistent in all sections of the course
outline.
8. The titles of all courses and programs are listed exactly as they appear
on the official course outlines and program profile.
9. All subject codes and course numbers are listed in the proper format.
(For example, CHEM 045, not Chem. 45)
10. My text has been proofread for errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation
and gender-neutral language.
11. My proposed changes are consistent with provincial frameworks and
requirements of governing bodies.
12. I have checked with the Office of the Registrar to ensure that the subject
code and course number (e.g. MATH 244) has not been used previously.
13. I have checked with the Office of the Registrar that changes in this
proposal do not require new course numbers.
14. I have included a transition plan for students who are unable to
graduate under the existing program.
Course Title
Yes
No
N/A
1. If this is a new or revised course title, I have checked with the Office of
the Registrar on proposed title.
General Calendar Description
Yes
No
N/A
1. The general calendar description is different from those of all other CNC
courses.
2. The general calendar description is written in complete sentences.
3. The general calendar description is accurate with respect to the course
topics.
4. The general calendar description accurately conveys the depth, breadth,
rigor, and quality of the course content.
5. The general calendar description is written in a way to maximize the
appeal of the course to prospective students.
6. The general calendar description is consistent with the learning
outcomes and course calendar
7. The general calendar description is not more than 80 words.
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Course Requisites
Yes
No
N/A
1. The wording of the pre-requisites and co-requisites sections is
consistent with the wording in the college calendar.
2. The pre- and co- requisites for the course are aligned with the program
admission requirements.
3. These requisites do not contradict each other.
4. Academic Upgrading (ACDU) equivalents are listed, if applicable
Learning Objectives and/or Course Goals
Yes
No
N/A
1. The learning objectives/course goals objectives are consistent with the
general course description and course topics.
2. The learning objectives/course goals are congruent with the depth,
breadth, rigor, and quality of the course content.
3. The listed learning objectives/course goals would be well received by an
external body such as an articulation committee.
4. The learning objectives/course goals are written so they can be easily
understood by and appeal to a prospective student.
5. All the significant learning objectives are listed.
6. The learning objectives/course goals use a measurable taxonomy.
Textbooks and Required Resources
Yes
No
N/A
1. Course materials are relevant and cited using an acceptable citation
format for my discipline.
Course Topics
Yes
No
N/A
1. All significant course topics are listed.
2. The course topics are consistent with the general course descriptions
and learning objectives.
3. The listed course topics serve as a good advertisement for the course.
4. The listed course topics would be well received by an external body such
as an articulation committee.
5. The same formatting is used for the learning objectives and course
topics. (For example, each bulleted point begins with a small or capital
letter and ends with a period or semicolon.)
Evaluation and Assessment
Yes
No
N/A
1. The method of evaluation is consistent with the general course
description, course topics, and learning objectives.
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2. This section is sufficiently clear to reduce the frequency of grade
appeals.
3. The evaluation and assessment scheme would be well received by an
external body such as an articulation committee.
4. The evaluation and assessment scheme is appropriately rigorous.
5. The evaluation and assessment scheme is consistent with those of
similar courses.
6. The sum of all evaluated components equals 100%.
7. The evaluation and assessment method meets CNC Policy requirements
(this policy is subject to revision, and you are encouraged to meet with
their Educational Administrator if clarification is required).
Resources
British Columbia Council on Admissions & Transfer (BCCAT) web site
CNC Strategic Plan
CNC Education Council
CNC Centre for Teaching and Learning
Truth and Reconciliation Commission
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Policies
Admission to the College E-1.01
Alignment of Credit E-1.42
College Credentials E-1.10
New Program Development E-1.25
Grading and Evaluation of Student E-1.22
Ten Year Timeline for Program Completion E-1.37
Transfer Credit and Advance Standing E-1.44
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