Grading Categories

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Successful completion of the course is determined by obtaining passing grades in all applicable categories below. Failing to meet the benchmark in one or more of the applicable categories, regardless of the other grades, will result in course failure unless otherwise noted. The Education Grading Policy Appendix at the end of this policy provides program‑specific details, as well as weighted calculations for each of the elements within a category.

  1. Overall Course Grade
    Students must score 70% or higher on their Overall Course Grade, in addition to passing scores on all relevant categories below as described in the Education Grading Policy Appendix. The Overall Course Grade is comprised of:
    • Class Grade
    • Lab Grade
  2. Class Grade
    Students must score 70% or higher on a combination of the items below to complete the Class Grade portion of this course*. The Class grade is a part of the overall course grade, and is comprised of:
    • Unit quizzes & assignments
    • Final Exam
    • Interactive Online Learnings (IOLs) and Test Drives (specific programs – see Education Grading Policy Appendix)
    • Outside‑of‑Class Assignments (specific programs – see Education Grading Policy Appendix)
  3. Lab Grade
    Students must score 70% or higher on a combination of the following items to complete the Lab Grade portion of the course*. The Lab Grade is part of the Overall Course Grade, and is comprised of:
    • Lab assignments
    • Lab final(s)
  4. Professionalism Standards
    Students must score 70% or higher in this category to pass the course**. Students will start with 100 points and will receive a deduction for each instance of not meeting the following standards:
    • Attitude: Exhibiting positive behaviors when things go right AND when things go wrong.
    • Appearance: Compliance with dress code.
    • Work Habits & Accountability: Courtesy, safety, cleanliness and following rules.
    • Communication: Listening and interacting effectively with other students and staff.
    • Punctuality & Attendance: the ability to show up on time.
      • 1 infraction for each instance of lateness or early departure, while attending more than half the class
      • 2 infractions for each instance for missing half or more of the class but attending some part of it.
      • 3 infractions for daily absences.​
    • Teamwork: Cooperating with others.
    • Problem Solving: Effectively solving problems and knowing when to ask for help.
    • Ethics: Doing the right thing.
      Multiple infractions may be given for excessive instances of unprofessional behavior. Exceeding 7 infractions results in course failure. Students do not have remediation options available to them for incurring professionalism infractions, except for those due to absences. See Infractions Waiver section.
  5. Online Academic Activity Standards
    Note: This category only applies to students enrolled in an Auto, Diesel, Auto/Diesel, Marine or Motorcycle program. Students must complete at least 70% of the following online coursework by the end of the course to complete the course:
    • Digital Lesson Presentations (Specific Programs – see Education Grading Policy Appendix)
    • Video assignments (Specific Programs – see Education Grading Policy Appendix)
      • ILT lecture videos
      • ILT demos
      • Lab demonstrations
      • Summaries
    • Progress Analysis Assignment
  6. Threaded Discussions
    Note: This category only applies to students enrolled in an Auto, Diesel, Auto/Diesel, Marine or Motorcycle program. Students must score at least 66.67% of the available Threaded Discussion points by the end of the course.
    • Threaded Discussions are due weekly and may have additional due dates during the week.
      • Threaded discussions are submitted online, and feedback will be provided back to the student within 5 business days.
  7. Interactive Online Learning (IOLs) and Test Drives
    Note: This category only applies to students enrolled in an Auto, Diesel, or Auto/Diesel program.
    Students must score at least 70% of the available IOL Test Drive points by the end of the course rotation to complete the course.
    * Motorcycle and Freightliner Finish First excepted. Refer to Education Grading Policy Appendix for more information.
    ** Freightliner Finish First excepted. Refer to Education Grading Policy Appendix for more information.
EEST Department Group of Programs Grading and Credentialing

In addition to the above grading categories, the below also applies to students in the EEST Department Group of Programs (Electrical, Electronics & Industrial Technology; Electrical, Robotics & Automation Technology; Electrical & Industrial Maintenance Technology; Electrical & Wind Turbine Technology).  Students enrolled in the EEST Department Group of Programs who successfully complete the required portions of the curriculum and achieve the National Center for Construction and Research (NCCER)’s credentialing requirements detailed below will be eligible to earn industry-recognized credentials through NCCER.

Students enrolled in the EEST Department Group of Programs will earn several grades in each of their courses. These grades apply to: (1) UTI requirements to pass the course; and (2) grades that contribute to National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) credentials.

1. UTI Passing Requirements

     a. To pass a UTI course, students must earn a minimum of 70% in each of the following categories:

          i. Overall Course Grade

         ii. Class Grade

        iii. Lab grade

        iv. Professionalism grade

2. NCCER Credentialing Requirements

• Pass all module exams with a minimum score of 70%.

• Successfully complete all applicable performance profile evaluations with a score of 100%

a. Upon completion of each credential level, students may access and print NCCER certificates of completion. These certificates (distinct from certifications) provide a record of all training credentials earned for each module within the completed level and are available through the NCCER system.

Important Note: A student may meet all UTI requirements and pass the course, but NCCER credentials will only be awarded if both the NCCER module exam and Performance Profile Evaluation are successfully completed to standard.

Students may be eligible to earn credentials through the following courses:

CORE COURSES
  • EE11-101 – Introduction to the Electrical Trades
  • RT11-102 – Applied Math and Measuring Tools
  • EE11-103 – Electrical Wiring
  • ET11-104 – DC Electrical Theory
  • EE11-105 – AC Electrical Theory
  • EE11-106 – Electrical Applications
  • EE11-107 – Electrical and Electronics Troubleshooting
  • ET11-112 – Advanced Electrical Control
LOW VOLTAGE & MECHATRONICS COURSES
  • EE10-108 – Networking & Computers
  • EE11-109 – Security Systems, Access Control and CCTV
  • EE11-110 – Fire Alarm Systems
  • EE11-111 – Satellite/Cable Wireless Technology

Upon successful completion of NCCER’s credentialing requirements, students may earn up to five (5) NCCER credentials:

  • Students are eligible for the first three credentials below upon successful completion of the core 8 courses & modules:

    1.  NCCER Core

    2. Electrical Level 1

    3. Electrical Level 2

  • Students enrolled in the Electrical, Electronics & Industrial Technology program are eligible for the 2 additional credentials below upon successful completion of low voltage and mechatronics courses & modules:

    4. Electronic Systems Technician (EST) Level 3

    5. EST Level 4

Please Note: Students enrolled in the Electrical, Electronics & Industrial Technology program who successfully complete all five level credentials — Core, Electrical Level 1, Electrical Level 2, Electronic Systems Technician Level 3, and Level 4, will be awarded the NCCER Craft Completion Credential Achievement as an Electronic Systems Technician.