The document provides an overview of mathematics programs at Seneca College, including details about various engineering technology programs, program standards, and support for students. It discusses how college programs are developed based on labor market needs and input from advisory committees. It also outlines the key components of program standards, including vocational learning outcomes and indicators of performance. Support for first semester students around time management, learning styles, and mathematics preparation is also addressed.

1. Math@Seneca An Introduction to Mathematics at Seneca with a focus on Seneca’s Applied Science and Engineering Technology Programs Unionville High School, April 14, 2009 Carol Carruthers and Laurel Schollen Seneca College

2. Presentation Overview Who we are and what we do Your experience with “college bound” students How are college programs developed? Program standards – key components

3. Who we are and what we do Carol Carruthers Laurel Schollen The York/Seneca Institute for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education

4. Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering Technology 5 Campuses Aviation and Flight Technology Biological Sciences and Applied Chemistry Centre for the Built Environment Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology Fire Protection Engineering Technology Centre for Advanced Technology

5. The college bound student….. What are your observations regarding “college bound” students with respect to their learning skills (motivation, preparation, time management, group work, learning styles, etc.)?

6. How are college programs developed? Labour market need or student market Program Advisory committees Outcomes based approach Program Proposal and Approval Process Role of advisory committee, Board of Governors, Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities and the Credential Validation Service Program Standards Accreditation, certification Program review, Key Performance Indicators

7. Program Standards What are the key components of a program standard? Vocational Standard Essential (Generic) Employability Skills Standard General Education Standard Outcomes and Elements /Indicators of Performance Program mapping

8. Program Standard “Assignment” At each table there are multiple copies of one of the following program standards: Chemical Laboratory Technology Computer Engineering Technology Electromechanical Engineering Technology As a group, take 10 minutes to review the program standard at your table with the following focus….

9. Program Standard “Assignment” Vocational Learning Outcomes (VLOs) Elements/indicators of performance for each VLO.

10. Program Standard “Assignment” Complete the following sentences 1. “ I had no idea that……” 2. “The learning outcome that most surprised me was……” 3. “The first thing I will tell my students on Monday is….” Write your responses on the flip chart paper at your table. Assign a group member to report on your responses.

11. The First Semester Student How you can help your students become a success at college. Learning to cope with the “freedoms” Time management Attendance Deadlines Learning styles and strategies Admission requirements and placement testing Mathematics and communication

12. [email_address] MCT4C or 12U; consideration for MCR3U or high grades in MAP4C (reference CMP2008 report) Assessment (post admissions) for placement purposes- All students CAT3-Level 19 (FASET) CPT (Business) Preparatory strategy: MTH148 (6 hours) – all FASET programs; elongated model for Business Applied Science and Technology Fundamentals Certificate

13. [email_address] Calculators Use of technology Learning environment Assessment

14. Mathematics Innovation at Seneca HP Teaching with Technology Project HEQCO- Developmental Math Project Mathematics Transitions Project (Halton District School Board)

15. And Finally Question and Answer How can we support you in your teaching of college bound students? Contact information: Carol: 416.491.5050 ext 3625 [email_address] Laurel: 416.491.5050 ext 2430 or 3775 [email_address]