Student Handbook

“E X C E L L E N C E T H R O U G H K N O W L E D G E ”
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Welcome to the
Universityof
Technology,
Jamaica
M I S S I O N S TAT E M E N T
To Stimulate Positive Change in Caribbean Society
through the Provision of High Quality Learning and
Research Opportunities and Service to our Communities.
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I M P O R TA N T N OT I C E
On registering, each student at the University of Technology, Jamaica formally agrees to observe and
obey all the policies and rules governing students and the operation of the University.
The University has the right to change any information appearing in this or any other publication
relating to admission, its programmes, continuation of study, fees, and the requirements for the
granting of degrees, diplomas, or certificates and any other matter.
New and returning students are required to familiarise themselves with the information in the
Student Handbook.
Student Services and Registry

University of Technology, Jamaica
237 Old Hope Road,
Kingston 6,
Jamaica, West Indies.
Telephone: (876) 927-1680–8

Fax: (876) 977-4388
E-Mail: regist@utech.edu.jm
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Printed & Published August 2009.
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Message from the President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Message from the Registrar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Message from the Students’ Union President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
College and Faculty Deans and Vice Deans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Heads of Schools/Departments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
College/Faculty Administrators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
The Emblem and its Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Significant Dates 2009/2010 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Schedule of College/Faculty Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
SECTION A: I N T R O D U C T I O N TO T H E U N I V E R S I T Y
G OV E R N A N C E A N D A D M I N I S T R AT I O N
INTRODUCTION TO THE UNIVERSITY / 23

History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
The College, Faculties and Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
College of Health Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Faculty of the Built Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Faculty of Business & Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Faculty of Education and Liberal Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Faculty of Engineering and Computing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Faculty of Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Faculty of Science and Sport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Slipe Pen Road Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Other Campuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Franchise and Outreach Institutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Legal Instruments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
University Council. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Academic Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
College/Faculty Organisation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Faculty Student Academic Affairs Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
The University Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
SECTION B: D I V I S I O N O F S T U D E N T S E R V I C E S & R E G I S T RY
SUPPORT SERVICES FOR STUDENTS
DIVISION OF STUDENT SERVICES AND REGISTRY / 38

Division of Student Services and Registry Personnel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Office of the Registrar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
University Secretariat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Student Relations Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Academic Services Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Office of Admissions and Enrolment Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Examinations Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Students’ Records Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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Assistant Registrar, Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Student Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Special Needs Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Chaplaincy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
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Accommodations Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Career & Placement Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Counselling Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
International Students’ Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Financial Aid Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
SUPPORT SERVICES FOR STUDENTS / 48

Bryan’s Bookstores Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Caribbean Poison Information Network (CARPIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Community Service Secretariat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Computing Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Cynthia Shako Day Care Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Drug Information Service (DIS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
e:Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Foundations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Library Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Medical Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Printery/Bindery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Self-Access Communication Learning Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Technology Innovation Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
UTech Alumni Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
UTech Centre for the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
UTech Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
SECTION C: NE W AND RECENT DE VELOPMENTS
NEW AND RECENT DEVELOPMENTS / 62

Semesterisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
New Procedures for New and Lost Identification Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Policy Governing the Implementation of Academic Advisement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
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Policy Governing the Use of Cellular Phones and Multimedia/

Mobile Devices in Classroom and the Calvin McCain Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Policy and Procedures for Handling Student Complaints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
SECTION D: F E E P AY M E N T, R E G I S T R AT I O N & E N R O L M E N T
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Payment Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Government of Jamaica Special Loan Fund – UWI and Community Credit Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Fee Refund Policy – (in cases of Withdrawal/ Leave of Absence). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Fee Payment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
R E G I S T R AT I O N & E N R O L M E N T / 8 7
Registered Student – Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Enrolment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Deferrals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Withdrawal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
SECTION E: S T U D E N T R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S & E X A M I N AT I O N S
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES / 90
Class Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Dress Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
E X A M I N AT I O N S / 9 1
Examination Timetable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Examination Clashes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Policy on the “Resheduling of Examinations for Student Representing University
during Scheduled Examination Sessions”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Rescheduling of Exams under other Circumstances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Registration on Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
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Examination Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Examination Receipts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Absence from Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Official Notification of Examination Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Lost Examination Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Examination Grade Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Re-do of Examination Policy & Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Registration for Re-do Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
External Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Externally-Moderated Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Completion of Instructor/Course Evaluation Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Projects Assessments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Instructions for Taking Examinations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
SECTION F: SECURITY & STUDENT LIFE
SECURITY / 100
Display of ID Cards for Security Purposes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Security Gate Passes for Motor Vehicles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Speed Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Parking Violations, Tickets & Clamping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Halls of Residence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Campus Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
STUDENT LIFE / 103

Dining Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Sports & Recreation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Students’ Union. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Welfare & Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Community Outreach Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Teach the Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Tag Drive Week of Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
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Council Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Student Organisations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Clubs & Societies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Entertainment and Cultural Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Sports Day and Athletic Championship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
SECTION G: G R A D UAT I O N I N F O R M AT I O N
PRESIDENT’S HONOUR ROLL/DEAN’S LIST
G R A D U AT I O N I N F O R M AT I O N / 1 1 6
Application to Graduate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Registration for Graduation Ceremony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Circumstances Affecting Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Requirements for Granting of Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
PRESIDENT’S HONOUR ROLL/DEAN’S LIST / 117

President’s Honour Roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Dean’s List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Types of Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
SECTION H: I M P O R TA N T R E G U L AT I O N S , P O L I C I E S A N D
ORDINANCE 14
R E G U L AT I O N 3
ACADEMIC PROGRESS AND GRANTING OF AWA R D S / 1 2 0
Student Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Academic Terminology, Policies and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
DEGREES, DIPLOMAS AND C E R T I F I C AT E / 1 2 4

Grant of Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Transfer of Credits and Course Exemptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
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Prior Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Grading System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Calculation of GPA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Grading Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
CLASSES OF AC A D E M I C AWA R D S / 1 2 8
Conditions for Award of Undergraduate Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Community Service Programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Policy for Affecting Name Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
R E G U L AT I O N 4 – R E G U L AT I O N S G O V E R N I N G E X A M I N AT I O N
IN COURSES OF STUDY / 131
Undergraduate Degree, Diploma and Certificate Courses of Study

Appointment of Boards of Examiners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Appointment of External Examiners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Appointment of Internal Examination Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Publication of Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Retention of Examination Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Review of Decisions on Academic Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Presentation of Evidence of Extenuating Circumstances. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Dissertation/Major Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
R E G U L AT I O N 5 – C O N D I T I O N S A N D P R O C E D U R E S G O V E R N I N G S T U D E N T
ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT / 137
General Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Academic Misconduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Categories of Academic Misconduct. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Procedural Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Academic Misconduct Inquiry Panel (AMIP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
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Appeals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Right to Representation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Sanctions/Penalties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Confidentiality Clause. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
ORDINANCE 1999/14 – STUDENT DISCIPLINE / 147

Responsibility for Discipline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Breach of Discipline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Offences: Jurisdiction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Disciplinary Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Suspension or Exclusion by the President. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Disciplinary Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
The Appeal Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Schedule A – Classification of Offences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Schedule B – Classification of Punishment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Schedule C – Procedure to be followed by the Disciplinary Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Schedule D – Appeal Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Re-do Examination Policies and Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Add/Drop Policy and Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Credit Allocation for Major and Minor Undergraduate Courses of Study
Specialisations Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
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Other Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

Important Contact Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
The University Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Appendicies I & II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Transportation Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Calendars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
P R O F. T H E H O N . E R R O L M O R R I S O N O J , M D, Ph D, F R C P ( G l a s g ) , FAC P, F R S M ( U K ) , F R S H
I am happy to welcome new students to the University of

Technology, Jamaica (UTech) for the academic year 2009/2010.
You have made the best decision to invest in a world-class
educational experience at UTech.
The University boasts a unique heritage of providing education
and training in a wide range of disciplines. As the demand for
training evolves, the University seeks to continuously expand
and upgrade our academic programmes to meet relevant
workforce needs.
In the last academic year the Faculty of Law was established.
Effective at the beginning of this Academic Year, the College of
Health Sciences comes into effect replacing the School of
Pharmacy and Health Sciences. The College comprises four schools – Pharmacy, Nursing and Allied
Health, Public Health and Dental Sciences.
The newly established Faculty of Science and Sport which also comes into effect at the start of this
Academic Year will build on the tradition of excellence established by the former Department of
Science and Mathematics. The Faculty houses three Schools: Natural and Applied Sciences,
Mathematics and Statistics, Caribbean School of Sport Sciences.
Not only have you come to the best place in the land to pursue your tertiary studies in whatever aca-
demic discipline you have chosen, but also you now enjoy the enviable privilege of being in the
“Home of World Class Athletes”. At the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, 12 UTech-based athletes were
on the Jamaica Team winning eight or 73% of Jamaica’s 11 medals. No other University in the world
can claim to have ever surpassed this remarkable feat! It is my hope that you will be inspired by the
spirit of hard work and tenacity of our athletes as you pursue your academic goals.
Do make the best of your sojourn at UTech through full participation in the many cultural
activities, intellectual and sporting events, student clubs and societies and community service.
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UNIVERSITY REGISTRAR’S MESSAGE
D I A N N E M I TC H E L L , B S c, M Ph i l UWI , M B A UNO
E ach year, as I welcome our new students and welcome back

returning students, I indicate that the University is going
through an important phase of its development. For this year the
claim is no less true.
One of the most important changes affecting new students is

what we define as “Semesterisation.” Although the academic
year has been divided into semesters since 1999/2000 the
change that you will experience this year is an increase in the
level of flexibility afforded you choosing the time slots in which
you pursue your modules. Other changes will be implemented in
the following years.
On-Line registration, which has been in the pipeline for some time, is now a reality. This we hope will
be a welcome move away from long lines on campus.
The Division of Student Services and Registry is responsible for student welfare and academic-
related services. Student welfare encompasses counselling, housing, career placement, financial aid
and the overseas students’ office. Academic-related services include student records, admissions
and examinations. Make an effort to acquaint yourself with the members of staff who provide these
services which are essential supports to your academic pursuits.
The years spent at University will be some of the most exciting and rewarding in your life and the
choice of a university is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Let me therefore assure
you that you have made the right choice. Together, we can shape the future and build this nation
because as leaders and future leaders of the society, the decisions you make today will affect the
quality of your life tomorrow.
I wish for you a very productive and rewarding academic year 2009/2010.
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STUDENTS’ UNION PRESIDENT MESSAGE
RYA N O M A R D AV I S
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you all to the University

of Technology Jamaica, in this the academic year 2009/10.
Welcome to the year in which you can make a difference in the
lives of your friends, the university and your country.
To those of you entering these gates for the first time as

students, welcome to the first year of the rest of your lives. There
are opportunities and learning experiences here that will enrich
your lives and help to make you an invaluable asset to your
nation. You will make friendships that will last a lifetime and find
lessons, both in and out of the classroom, that will prove invalu-
able.
Returning classmates and colleagues, it is with joy that I welcome you back. This new year we take the
lessons of the past and use them to help us in the future. Remember, the courses we did before are
simply building blocks for the ones we will do this year. The friendships we have built will become the
shoulders we lean on and the solidarity in which we stand this year. We have a major task before us,
leading those around us and respecting the authority before us. Let us stand with pride and in unity
this year for ourselves, our fellow students and our nations.
I want to take this opportunity to encourage you to go beyond the classroom, take advantage of all
the university has to offer. Join clubs or societies, participate in sports, become involved in your
faculty, participate in dorm activities, become an active member of the UTech family.
This is the first year of the rest of your life; make it better than the last and become greater than your
past tells you can be.
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COLLEGE/FACULT Y DEANS AND VICE DEANS
Dr Eugenie Brown-Myrie Dr Carol Archer Prof. Gavin Chen Dr Haldane Johnson

Dean, College of Health Dean, Faculty of the Built Dean, Faculty of Business Dean, Faculty of Education
Sciences Environment and Management and Liberal Studies
Mrs Charmaine Delisser Mr Kent Pantry Dr Colin Gyles Dr Claudette Williams-Myers

Dean, Faculty of Engineering Dean, Faculty of Law Dean, Faculty of Science and Vice Dean, Faculty of
and Computing Sport Business and Management
Dr Jennifer Hall Dr Felix Akinladejo Mrs Patricia Bullock

Vice Dean, Faculty of Educa- Vice Dean, Faculty of Engi- Vice Dean, College of Health
tion and Liberal Studies neering and Computing Sciences
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H E A D S O F S C H O O L S / D E PA R T M E N TS
Prof. Winston Davidson Dr Philip Onuoha Dr Sarafadeen Adebayo Mrs Cadien Mr L. Mark Taylor
School of Public Health School of Nursing and School of Pharmacy Murray-Stuart Caribbean School of
Allied Health School of Building and Land Architecture
Management (Actg.)
Mrs Marilyn Cornelius Mrs Joan Lawla Mrs Shermaine Barrett Miss Sheila Coulson Dr Nilza Smith
School of Hospitality and School of Business and School of Technical and Department of Liberal School of Engineering
Tourism Management Management (Actg.) Vocational Education Studies
(Actg.)
Missing:
Dr James Smith
School of Natural and
Applied Sciences
To be announced:
Head, School of
Dental Science
Mr Arnett Campbell Mr Errol Rowe Dr Neville Graham

School of Computing and School of Mathematics & School of Sport Sciences
Information Technology Statistics (Actg.) (Interim)
(Actg.)
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CO L L E G E / FAC U LT Y A D M I N I S T R ATO R S
Miss Delva Barnes Mrs Sonia Young Mrs Sharon

College of Health Sciences Faculty of the Built
Environment
Anderson-Roach
Faculty of Business and
Management
Miss Verona Henry Mrs Tracey-Ann Pessoa Mrs Karen Rhule

Faculty of Education and Faculty of Engineering and Faculty of Law
Liberal Studies Computing
To be announced:
Faculty of Science and Sport
Administrator
THE EMBLEM AND ITS USE
The emblem embodies the dignity of the University and should not be used
in any manner that would bring dishonour to the Institution.
In creating the Emblem or Arms, the University sought to reflect its values
and focus while maintaining a link with the College of Arts, Science and
Technology (CAST). The components, which are generally stylised, are inter-
preted below:
The Doctor Bird (feeding on the Hibiscus – a source of sustenance) and
pineapples (part of the Jamaica Coat of Arms) symbolize the uniqueness of
the institution as the foremost national university. The Lignum vitae, a native Jamaican flower, is abun-
dant on the Liguanea Plains on which the University is located and symbolises productivity and the
capacity to withstand adversity.
The sun symbolises life, light and energy; the mountains – strength, majesty and beauty; the open
book on its sides, which follows the contours of the mountains, the generation, accessibility and
transfer of knowledge; and the pair of dividers, also a component of the CAST logo – technology and
the continuity between CAST and UTech.
Guidelines already accepted by the Governance Committee are as follows:
• The emblem should be used only on official University documents. These include letterheads,
faculty brochures and other University stationery.
• The emblem should be placed at the top left-hand corner of documents or top centre of degree
parchments and certificates issued by the University alone, or the University in collaboration
with other academic institutions.
• No writing should appear above the emblem or to the left of it.
• The original colours (the University colours) should be represented exactly.
• It should not be encircled by lines or decorations.
Permission to use the emblem should be sought from the Governance Committee through the
Vice-President – Student Services and Registrar. Forms are available on the Intranet.
The University’s motto, “Magna per artem gesta” is engraved on the emblem. This Latin phrase
translates to “Excellence through knowledge.”
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S I G N I F I C A N T D AT E S
S I G N I F I C A N T D AT E S 1 F O R A C A D E M I C Y E A R :
A U G U S T 2 0 0 9 – J U LY 2 0 1 0 A N D S E M E S T E R I – 2 0 0 9 / 1 0
YEAR 2009
Date Activity
August 03–27 Registration – Returning Students
August 03–27 Boarding Registration for Returning Students
August 03 & 13 Academic Awards Review Panel Meeting
August 14 Check in for Hall Teams of Executive Students
August 17 – 21 Boarding Registration for New Students
August 17–27 Registration New students
August 20 Academic Board Meeting
August 23 Check-in for all new Resident Students
August 23–30 Orientation Week (inclusive of Parent/Spouse Orientation, Halls
of Residence Orientation & Community Service Conference)
August 26 FELS Postgraduate Orientation
August 26 IPSL Orientation
August 30 Check-in for all returning Resident Students
August 31–December 19 Semester 1 2009/2010 (16 Weeks)
August 31 Classes begin for all students
August 31–September 04 Validation & Publication of Summer Session Examination
Results
1. Please visit the University website (www.utechjamaica.edu.jm) for the dates for activities of the
College, Faculties, Institute and Divisions.
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S I G N I F I C A N T D A T E S (Cont’d)
YEAR 2009
Date Activity
September 04 WED and IPSL Programme begin
September 05 M.Ed. Programme begins
September 07–18 Grade Reviews – Summer Session examinations results
September 07–11 Registration period for returning part time & full time students
who sat August 2009 exams
September 10 High School Mentoring Programme begins
September 11 Final date for students to submit Add/Drop & Exemption forms
for Semester 1 modules to Schools
September 12 Meeting of FELS Masters Students
September14–16 WED external examiner visits
September 14 & 28 Academic Awards Review Panel Meetings
September 17 M.Ed. Advisory Committee (tentative)
September 18 Final date for Faculties/Schools to submit approved Add/Drop
and exemption forms for Semester 1 modules to ARAS
September 21 Council Meeting
September 21–October 02 Registration for Graduation
September 24 Meeting with first year FELS students – Observation
September 24 Mentoring Opening Reception
September 24–25 UCJ Accreditation visit for M.Ed. (tentative)
October 01 Applications open for all courses of study – 2010/2011
October 01 Applications open for boarding 2010/2011 (Summer &
year-long)
YEAR 2009
Date Activity
October 01 Employment Empowerment Session begins
October 05–09 Payments accepted from current/enrolled students (Years 2–5)
only for Semester 1 Final Examinations
October 05–09 First Year Teaching Practice Observation
October 19 National Heroes Day (Public Holiday)
October 23 Final date for submission of all Exam papers to be sat during
Semester 1 – Final Examinations to the University Examinations
Centre
October 23 Final date for the submission of withdrawals from a Module
offered in Semester 1 to the ARAS. Addition of modules or
refunds not applicable (See Regulation 3)
November 02–13 Team Teaching – Third Years (FELS)
November 02– 27 Year 1 students select class times for Semester 2 modules2
November 04 Annual General Meeting of the Council
November 07 Graduation Ceremony (The National Arena at 10:00 am)
November 08 –14 Tag Drive Activities (Classes suspended on November 13th)
November 09–27 Distribution of Examination Cards (Penalty applies after this
period)
November 10–11 Conference on Business, Hospitality and Tourism Management
2Year 1 students can begin paying fees for Semester 2 once their selection of modules for Semester 2 is
completed. Year 2–5 students tuition fee payment commences on November 2, 2009. Final date for
payment for Semester 2 –January 13, 2010.
YEAR 2009
Date Activity
November 12 2nd Annual Undergraduate Students’ Conference on
Law and Society
November 14 Halls of Residence Dorm Day
November 19 Academic Board Meeting
November 19 Employment Empowerment Session Ends
November 20 Final Publication of Timetable for Semester 1 Final
Examinations
November 26 College of Health Sciences – Health Fair
November 30 – December 05 Study Week & College of Health Sciences Practical
December 01 Early Bird Applications Close
December 07 – 18 Semester 1 Final Examinations
December 17 Joint Board of Studies (BUS & BGSRE) (10:00 am)
December 21 Council Meeting
December 22 Final Day for Semester 1 Check-out for resident students
December 24 University closes at 12:00 noon
CALENDAR YEAR 2010, SEMESTER 2 – ACADEMIC YEAR 2009/2010

January 04 UNIVERSITY RE-OPENS
January 04– February 26 Fourth Year Teaching Practice
January 11–15 Validation and publication of Semester 1 Final Examination
results
January 13 Final date for payment of Semester 2 fees for all students
YEAR 2010
Date Activity
January 15 Master of Arts in International Service (MAIS) Orientation
January 14–15 Semester 2 Boarding Registration and Check-in for all Halls of
Residence Students
January 15 Seminar for Fourth Year Students (FELS)
January 18 Classes resume for all Students
January 18–29 Grade Reviews – Semester 1 Final examination results
January 18– May 08 Semester 2 (16 weeks)
January 18– May 28 Classes for MAIS
January 21 Mentoring Mid-Review Session
January 28 Employment Empowerment Session Begins
January 28 Applications close for 2009/2010 Academic Year (all courses of
study and boarding)
January 29 Final date for students to submit Add/Drop & Exemption forms
February 01–05 Payments accepted from current/registered students
(Year 2–5) only for April/May Re-do Examinations
February 05 Final date for Faculties/Schools to submit approved Add/Drop
February 11–12 Professional Development Seminar (SCIT)
February 17 Ash Wednesday (Public Holiday)
February 18 Academic Board Meeting
February 26–28 Aptitude test for SCIT
YEAR 2010
Date Activity
March 04 Employment Empowerment Session ends
March 04 Inter-Faith Awareness Day
March 10 Papine/UTech Cultural Explosion
March 12 Final date for submission of all exam papers to be sat during
Semester 2 Final examinations to the University Examinations
Centre
March 12 Final Date for the submission of withdrawals from a Module
March 14–19 Anniversary Week
March 15 Council Meeting
March 19 University Athletic Championship (Classes suspended)
March 22–April 16 Distribution of Examination Cards (penalty applies after
this period)
March 26 Annual Career and Job Placement Fair
March 28–April 04 FOBM Week of Excellence
April 01 Holy Thursday (University closes at 12:00 noon)
April 02 Good Friday (Public Holiday)
April 05 Easter Monday (Public Holiday)
April 09 Final publication of timetable for Semester 2 Final
Examinations
April 10 Halls of Residence Annual Awards & Dinner
April 14 FELS Symposium (subject to change)
YEAR 2010
Date Activity
April 15 Mentoring Closing Reception
April 16 Business & Computer Studies Conference (date subject to change)
April 18 Dean’s Banquet for Final Year Students (date subject to change)
April 19–24 Study Week

April 26– May 07 Semester 2 Final Examinations
May 08 Semester 2 ends
May 09–12 Check-out for all Halls of Residence Students
May 10–21 Online enrolment for Summer Session
May 10–21 Boarding registration of Summer Students
May 10–21 CSA exhibition

May 10–August 30 Summer Session
May 11–15 Leadership Development Programme (Student Services)
May 20 Academic Board
May 21 Family & Consumer Studies Conference (date subject to change)
May 23 (Sunday) Labour Day (To be observed on May 24th)
May 23–31 Poison Prevention Week

May 24–28 Payments accepted from current/enrolled students (Years 2–5)
only for Semesters I & Semester 2 Re-do examinations in Summer
Session Examinations
May 28 Check-in of Summer students on Dorm
May 28 MAIS Classes end (date subject to change)
YEAR 2010
Date Activity
May 31 Summer Classes begin
May 31–June 04 Validation and publication of Semester 1 Re-do & Semester 2
Final Examination results
June 04 Final date for students to submit Add/Drop & Exemption forms
for Summer modules to Schools
June 07–18 Grade Reviews: Semester 2 Final examination results
June 11 Final date for College/Faculties/Schools to submit approved
Add/Drop and exemption forms for Summer modules to ARAS
June 11 Exam papers due in University Examinations Centre for
Summer Session Final & Re-do examinations
June 11 Submission of Re-do Modules & Names of Re-do registered
students to University Examinations Centre
June 21 Council Meeting
June 28–August 10 Summer Session for B.Ed. Students (FELS)
July 01–August 13 Enrolment for 2010/11 Academic Year
July 01–August 13 Boarding registration for new and returning Resident Students
July 04 Final date for the submission of withdrawals from a Module
offered in Summer Session to the ARAS. Addition of modules or
July 05–16 Distribution of Summer Session Final & Re-do Examination
Cards (penalty applies after this period)
July 09 Final publication of exam timetables for Summer Session Final
& Re-do examinations
YEAR 2010
Date Activity
July 12 Academic Awards Review Panel meeting
June 14 Final publication of all examination results
July 26–30 Summer Session Final & Re-do Examinations
August 01 (Sunday) Emancipation Day (Public Holiday)
August 04 Final date for Check out of Resident Summer Students
August 06 Independence Day (Public Holiday)
August 07 Summer Session academic delivery ends
August 09 Academic Awards Review Panel Meeting
August 13 Halls of Residence Executive student body check-in
August 19 Academic Board Meeting
August 22 Check-in of New Resident Students
August 22–29 Orientation Week (inclusive of Parent/Spouse Orientation, Halls
of Residence Orientation & Community Service Conference)
August 23–27 Validation and Progression – Summer Session Final & Re-do
Examination results
August 26 Orientation for International Partnership of Service Learning
(IPSL) Students
August 29 Check-in of returning students to Halls of Residence
ACADEMIC YEAR 2010/2011, SEMESTER 1
YEAR 2010
Date Activity
August 30 –December 1 8 Semester 1 2010/2011 (16 weeks)

August 30 Classes begin for all students
August 30–September 10 Grade Reviews – Summer Session Final & Re-do examination
results
September 10 Final date for students to submit Add/Drop & Exemption forms
September 06 & 27 Academic Awards Review Panel Meetings
September 17 Final date for Faculties/Schools to submit approved Add/Drop
September 20 Council Meeting
September 20–October 01 Registration for Graduation
October 01 Applications open for all courses of study – 2011/2012
October 04–08 Payments accepted from current/enroled students (Years 2–5)
for Semester 1 Final examinations
October 18 National Heroes Day (Public Holiday)
October 22 Final date for submission of all Exam papers to be sat during
Semester 1 – Final Examinations to the University Examinations
Centre
October 22 Final date for the submission of withdrawals from a Module
YEAR 2010
Date Activity
November 01–26 Year 1 students select class times for Semester 2 modules3
November 08–26 Distribution of Examination Cards (Penalty applies after this
period)
November 03 Annual Council Meeting
November 06 Graduation Ceremony (The National Arena at 10:00am)
November 07–13 Tag Drive Activities (Classes suspended on November 12th)
November 13 Halls of Residence Dorm Day
November 18 Academic Board Meeting
November 19 Final publication of timetable for Semester 1 Final
Examinations
November 29–December 03 Study Week & College of Health Sciences – Practicals
December 01 Early Bird Applications Close
December 06– December 18 Semester 1 Final Examinations
December 15 Check-out of resident students from Halls of Residence
December 20 Council Meeting
December 24 University closes at 12:00 noon.
3. Year 1 students can begin paying fees for Semester 2 once their selection of modules for Semester 2 is
completed. Years 2–5 students tuition fee payment commences on November 1, 2010.
S C H E D U L E O F C O L L E G E / FA C U LT Y M E E T I N GS
College/Faculty Faculty Board Student Academic

Faculty Affairs Committee
Health Sciences Last Wednesday 2nd Friday
Built Environment Last Tuesday 3rd Wednesday
Business & Management Last Thursday 2nd Wednesday
Education & Liberal Studies Last Monday 3rd Thursday
Engineering & Computing Last Friday 2nd Friday

(every three months)
Law Last Wednesday 2nd Thursday
Note: Meetings are not held in July & December.
SECTION A
INTRODUCTION TO THE UNIVERSIT Y
G O V E R N A N C E & A D M I N I S T R AT I O N
INTRODUCTION TO THE UNIVERSITY
HISTORY Technology, Jamaica Act 27 – 1999, which

makes permanent provisions for the establish-
T he University of Technology, Jamaica

(UTech) dates its beginning from 1958, orig-
inally as the Jamaica Institute of Technology. In
ment of the University of Technology, Jamaica,
was approved by Parliament on June 8, 1999
and signed into law by the Governor General
1959 the name of the institution was changed
on June 29, 1999.
to the College of Arts, Science and Technology
and it became incorporated in the College of The history of the institution is intimately con-
Arts, Science and Technology (CAST) Scheme of nected with the social and economic develop-
1959. This was validated by an Act of Parliament ment of Jamaica. From just over 50 students
in 1964. In 1986, the CAST Scheme was revised and four programmes in 1958, UTech has
in order to make the College a degree-granting grown to become a major national institution
institution, and the College became legally with a student population of over 10,000. It
empowered to conduct its affairs under a now offers more than 50 programmes at
governing Council and Academic Board. certificate, diploma and degree levels.
The institution was formally accorded Univer- Syllabuses are modelled on the English poly-
sity status on September 1, 1995 as the Univer- technic system, with emphasis on flexibility of
sity of Technology, Jamaica. The University of approach, work-based learning and profes-
sional linkages. Flexibility in its academic pro-
grammes is reflected in the various modes of
course delivery, which include full-time and
part-time (day release and evening) and co-
operative work-based programmes. Several
credit and non-credit courses are offered during
the Summer Session from mid-May to August.
In addition, several programmes are franchised
through links with community colleges, and
most programmes are linked to national and
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip unveiling international professional organisations.
Plaque for Auditorium, February 15, 1983
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T H E C O L L E G E , FA C U LT I E S A N D D E PA RT M E N T OF NURSING – MONTEGO
SCHOOLS B AY C A M P U S
The University has one college and six faculties. In order to accommodate the large number of
applicants from the Western Region wanting to
pursue nursing as a career, UTech began offer-
COLLEGE OF H E A LT H S C I E N C E S
ing a four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The College of Health Sciences was established degree at Barnett’s Clinic, 2 Cottage Close,
to replace the School of Pharmacy and Health Montego Bay, in September 2007.
Science within the former Faculty of Health and
Applied Science. The College will offer a wide F A C U LT Y O F T H E B U I LT
range of graduate and undergraduate courses ENVIRONMENT
to health professionals for the local, regional
The Faculty of the Built Environment was
and global markets in areas such as Pharmacy,
established in 1998 under the new charter
Dental Auxiliary, Nursing, Dietetics and Nutri-
and statute of the University of Technology,
tion, Medical Technology, Public Health Nursing
Jamaica. However, its history goes back to 1958
and Environmental Health. The College will also
when the Diploma in Construction Technology
conduct research that will address /provide
was offered in the Engineering Department of
solutions to health care problems in the coun-
the then recently established College of Arts,
try and region. The College will comprise five
Science & Technology (CAST).
schools; namely, School of Public Health, School
of Dental Sciences, School of Pharmacy, School As demand increased for widening training
of Nursing and School of Allied Health opportunities in Construction Engineering and
Professions. related disciplines, the Building Department
was established in 1978. The new department
For the academic year 2009/2010, however,
was made up of six divisions delivering
only four of these schools will be activated.
diploma and/or certificate programmes. In
These schools are: School of Public Health,
1988 the Caribbean School of Architecture was
School of Dental Sciences, School of Pharmacy
instituted.
and School of Nursing and Allied Health (a
merger of Nursing and Health Professions). The Faculty now comprises two schools,
The schools are located at different campuses namely, the School of Building and Land
within the Corporate Area and Montego Bay. Management and the Caribbean School of
Architecture. The schools deliver a wide range
of undergraduate certificate, diploma and entrepreneurial ventures and in the commer-

degree programmes together with a postgrad- cial, manufacturing, and information technol-
uate diploma and a Master’s degree. In addi- ogy sectors.
tion, faculty members are actively involved in
research and consultancy relating to issues of F A C U LT Y OF E D U C AT I O N & L I B E R A L
the Built Environment. STUDIES
For programme offerings, please visit our The Faculty of Education and Liberal Studies,
website www.utechjamaica.edu.jm. through the School of Technical and Vocational
Education, provides the highest quality teach-
F A C U LT Y O F B U S I N E S S & ers and trainers in technical specialisations by
MANAGEMENT promoting academic excellence through skill
The Faculty of Business and Management, mastery and competency development in
comprising the Schools of Business Administra- critical areas of need. In addition, through its
tion and Hospitality and Tourism Management, Department of Liberal Studies, the Faculty pro-
was established in academic year 1998/99. vides learning experiences that foster critical
and creative thinking, a heightened awareness
The policy of the Faculty is to create and main- and practise of professionalism and the devel-
tain close strategic alliances with corporate opment of skills in effective communication
Jamaica and other similar entities in the region and social learning. Our aim is to provide the
to help ensure the continued relevance of its Jamaican and Caribbean education and train-
programmes. Exemptions from certain profes- ing systems with technical-vocational educa-
sional examinations are also available to some tors of the highest level of competence and
graduates of the degree and diploma professionalism.
programmes.
F A C U LT Y OF ENGINEERING & COM-
Undergraduate students of the Faculty are
PUTING
attracted by its reputation of superior instruc-
tion and the positive reviews received from The Faculty of Engineering and Computing is
employers and alumni. Many have assumed currently the only tertiary level institution in
leadership positions in the financial services, Jamaica that provides internationally accred-
hotel, restaurant, and tourism service areas, in ited programmes in Engineering. It is also the
management consulting, in the education only tertiary level institution in Jamaica that
sector, as well as in certain areas of the indus- offers options in both Enterprise and Forensic
trial sector. Some have also achieved success in Computing.
The Faculty offers a wide range of programmes, An example of the Faculty’s innovative
including Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) approach is the teaching of modules – such as
degrees in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical and Entertainment Law, Sports Law, and Intellectual
Industrial Engineering, with various options; the Property – that support emerging dynamic
BEng in Agricultural & Biological Engineering; growth sectors of the economy. In addition, the
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering diplo- course of study provides learners with the
mas; BSc in Computing; Computer Science opportunity to explore and develop an interest
and Information Technology. in the laws and legal systems of Jamaica and
the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
Additionally, students have established student
chapters of International Professional Associa- For those wanting to practice law, this pro-
tions – for example, the Association of Comput- gramme provides a flexible route by which to
ing Machinery (ACM), Institute of Electrical & complete the academic stage of the training
Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Association of needed for the progression to the vocational
Chemical Engineers (ACHE), the American Soci- stage of legal education or related fields.
ety of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), and most
recently, the National Society of Black Engineers F A C U LT Y OF SCIENCE & SPORT
(NSBE). Students participate actively in, and
source funding for travel overseas to Interna- The Faculty of Science and Sport replaces and
tional Student Competitions that test their builds on the former Department of Science
knowledge-based design capabilities and and Mathematics. It will offer courses of study
creativity. at both undergraduate and graduate levels and
continue to offer science and mathematics
F A C U LT Y OF L AW modules in all courses of study in all Faculties
across the university. Through relevant research
The Faculty of Law, launched on September 18, and consultancy work, the Faculty will con-
2008 offers the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree. tribute to the development of science and
Students have the opportunity of completing technology within the society. It will offer solu-
the degree programme in three years (full- tions to problems in industry by contributing
time) or in four years (part-time). Taught by a the services of appropriate consultancy teams.
cadre of local and international experts with The Faculty will also offer various kinds of short
interdisciplinary training and experience, the courses, thus providing opportunities for con-
programme is delivered through lectures, tinuing education and life-long learning.
tutorials, casebook methods, research, seminars
and moots. The Faculty includes three Schools; namely, the
School of Natural and Applied Sciences, the The University is also in the advanced stages of
School of Mathematics and Statistics and the its planning for opening other campuses at
School of Sport Sciences. various locations within the country, in order
to facilitate the burgeoning need for our
L O C AT I O N programmes.
The University’s main campus is located within

the Greater Kingston Metropolitan Region in FRANCHISE AND OUTREACH
the parish of St. Andrew and occupies approxi- INSTITUTIONS
mately 18.2 hectares. It lies to the east of the
Five national community colleges (Brown’s
Hope Botanical Gardens within the Papine/
Town, Excelsior, Montego Bay, Portmore, and
Liguanea commercial centres. The campus is
Knox) have franchise arrangements with the
served by several bus routes and is within walk-
University. Under this arrangement, the first
ing distance from the Mona Campus of the
and/or second years of diploma and/or under-
regional University of the West Indies and the
graduate degree courses in the Faculties of
University Hospital.
Business & Management and Engineering &
OTHER CAMPUSES Computing may be pursued at these institu-
tions. An Associate degree is available through
SLIPE PEN ROAD CAMPUS the Caribbean Maritime Institute.
UTech’s Public Health Division is located at 21 The University also operates an Outreach
Slipe Pen Road, Kingston 5, site of the former Centre at Portmore Community College.
West Indies School of Public Health. The Univer-
sity assumed responsibility for the facility from
A C C R E D I TAT I O N
the Government of Jamaica/Ministry of Health
in September 2000. Academic staff, including a The University of Technology, Jamaica is
Programme Director (who also heads the facil- committed to excellence in all aspects of its
ity), and administrative staff members operate academic offerings. By submitting its courses
from Slipe Pen Road. of study to accrediting bodies for review and
accreditation, the University ensures that its
The B.Sc. degrees in Environmental Health
academic offerings are of high quality and
and Public Health Nursing are offered at this
international standard.
facility.
The University Council of Jamaica (UCJ) has
registered UTech as a tertiary institution, eligi-
ble for UCJ accreditation. This accreditation is • Bachelor of Construction Management

used as one benchmark of excellence for all of • B.Sc. Quantity Surveying.
the University’s courses.
F A C U LT Y O F B U S I N E S S AND
The following courses of study are currently
MANAGEMENT
accredited by the UCJ:
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
COLLEGE OF H E A LT H S C I E N C E S • Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and
Tourism Management (B.Sc. HTM) (joint
• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm.)
degree with University of the West Indies)
• Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
(B.Sc. HS)
• Bachelor of Science in Food Service
Management (B.Sc. FSM).
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
(B.Sc. MT)
F A C U LT Y O F E D U C AT I O N AND
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental LIBERAL STUDIES
Health (B.Sc. EH)
• Post-Diploma Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
• Bachelor of Science in Public Health (B.Sc.
PHN).
• Bachelor of Education in Technical and
Vocational Education (B.Ed. TVET)
F A C U LT Y OF THE B U I LT E N V I R O N M E N T • Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PDE).
• Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional

F A C U LT Y O F E N G I N E E R I N G AND
Planning
COMPUTING
• Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies
(B.A. AS). • Bachelor of Science in Computing with
Management Studies (B.Sc. BCMS)
In addition, a self-study document is being
prepared or applications have been submitted
• Bachelor of Science in Computing and
Information Technology (B.Sc. CIT)
for accreditation for:
• Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Electrical,
• B.Sc. Surveying & Geographic Information Mechanical and Chemical.
Sciences (Post-Diploma)
• B.Sc. Surveying & Geographic Information
Sciences
• B.Sc. Construction Management
• B.Sc. Land Economy & Valuation Surveying
G O V E R N A N C E A N D A D M I N I S T R AT I O N
GOVERNANCE system of governance comprising a governing

body – the University Council – and an aca-
LEGAL INSTRUMENTS
demic arm – the Academic Board. Faculty
The University of Technology, Jamaica Act has Boards, which report to the Academic Board,
two Schedules; the first – The Charter, and the are provided for in the Charter and Statutes.
second – The Statutes. Ordinances, Regulations,
UNIVERSIT Y COUNCIL
Policies and decisions of the Council are sub-
sidiary rules supporting the main instruments. The Council is the supreme University body and
has legal responsibility for all University
The Objects of the University as stipulated in
appointments and promotions, resources
the First Schedule – the Charter, are as follows:
(financial, material and physical) and for the
(a) “to advance education and development maintenance of standards within the
of technology through a variety of pat- University.
terns, levels and modes of study and by a
The Chancellor is head of the University and
diversity of means by encouraging and
chairs at least one meeting of Council annually.
developing learning and creativity for sus-
In the absence of the Chancellor, the Council is
tainable development for the benefit of
chaired by the Pro-Chancellor. The membership
the people of Jamaica, the Caribbean and
consists of representatives of a wide cross-
elsewhere;
section of the Jamaican society including
(b) to preserve, advance and disseminate commerce and industry, the Alumni Associa-
knowledge and culture through teaching, tion, local and regional educational institutions,
scholarship and research; staff unions and the Students’ Union, profes-
(c) to make available the results of such sional societies and the Government. The Chan-
research and service to promote wisdom cellor also has a representative on the Council.
and understanding by the example and Much of the Council’s work is carried out by
influence of corporate life.” committees. The standing committees of the
Council are Finance, Governance, Audit and the
The University operates under a bicameral
Student Appeal Board.
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ACADEMIC BOARD dent and the Academic Board for its adminis-
tration and academic affairs. The academic sub-
The Academic Board is the academic authority
divisions within
of the University. Subject to the powers of the
each entity include Schools, Departments and
President and Council, it has responsibility for
Divisions.
the academic affairs of the University including
policy, standards, instruction, research, admis- Membership of the College and each Faculty
sions, examinations, curriculum development Board includes representatives from its own
and evaluation. The Board also has the respon- staff, other Faculties, central administration, the
sibility of regulating and promoting the alumni and students.
academic life of the University.
F A C U LT Y S T U D E N T A C A D E M I C A F F A I R S
The Board is chaired by the President. Its other
COMMIT TEE (FSAAC) (UNDER REVIEW )
members are the Deputy President, Vice Presi-
dents, Associate Vice-President – Academic The Faculty Student Academic Affairs Commit-
Management, Associate Vice-President – tee is a committee of the Faculty Boards. It has
Continuing Education, Open and Distance been delegated powers to make recommenda-
Learning, Deans, University Librarian, a student tions to the Faculty Boards on matters relating
representative, and an elected academic staff to the academic affairs of students, collectively
representative from each Faculty, President’s and/or individually. The Committee considers
nominees and co-opted members. student matters relating, but not exclusively, to
the following:
The Academic Board carries out its mandate
of academic excellence through the standing • Deferral of registration
committees; that is, the recently established • Cancellation of registration
Board of Undergraduate Studies and the • Fee refund
Board of Graduate Studies, Research and • Leave of absence
Entrepreneurship.
• Permanent withdrawal from programme
A C A D E M I C O R G A N I S AT I O N • Re-admission
• Re-instatement
The University is organised into one College
• Programme completion
and six Faculties. See pages 24–26.
• Deferral of examination
The College and each Faculty are headed by a • Interfaculty transfers.
Dean, who is responsible to the Deputy Presi-
The scope of its responsibilities, as indicated in responsible to the Council for the organisation
the “Terms of Reference” of the FSAAC, is as and operation of the institution and has
follows: general responsibility for maintaining and
– “The Committee shall consider requests promoting its efficiency and good order. The
from students submitted to the Dean of President is assisted by the Deputy President,
the Faculty copied to the Student Relations Vice Presidents, Associate Vice Presidents,
Officer. (See “Schedule of Faculty Meetings” Deans, Directors and Managers. The Vice Presi-
on page 19). dent Development, Senior Director, Human
– Requests that are within policy shall be Resource and the Director of Safety and
decided on by the Committee and the Security report directly to him.
decisions forwarded to the Student
Relations Office for dispatch. OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT
– Requests that are outside of policy shall be
Headed by a Vice President, the Office of Devel-
referred to the Faculty Board for a resolu-
opment supports and develops new and inno-
tion or to the Board of Undergraduate
vative activities to foster the development of
Studies (BUS) or the Board of Graduate
the University. This includes developing
Studies, Research and Entrepreneurship
income-diversification strategies and entrepre-
(BGSRE), if not resolved by the Faculty
neurial projects; securing funding for institu-
Board.
tional priorities from a variety of sources and
– On matters that require Academic Board’s
donors; promoting the strategic direction of
review or approval, the Committee shall
the University; fostering and monitoring strate-
refer those matters to the BUS or BGSRE
gic partnerships and collaborations to facilitate
for submission to the Academic Board
UTech’s development.
Student Affairs Review Panel.
– In discharging its duties, the Committee The departments in the Office include:
shall be guided by the appropriate Univer-
• Advancement Department – established
sity Policies and Regulations, as well as the
to provide support services in Corporate
relevant Faculty Regulations.”
Communications, Marketing, Alumni Rela-
U N I V E R S I T Y A D M I N I S T R AT I O N tions and corporate relations to Founda-
tions. The Department supports image
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
building, manages alumni relations,
The President, who heads the academic, execu- attracts funding, and fosters support from
tive and administrative arms of the University, is other stakeholders.
• Computing, Engineering & Entrepre- OFFICE OF THE LEGAL COUNSEL AND
neurial Centre (CEEC) – the entrepreneur- COMPLIANCE

ial arm of the University of Technology,
The Office of Legal Counsel and Compliance
Jamaica in the areas of Engineering and
was established in January 2008 and is part of
Computing, providing a range of services
the Office of the President. The responsibilities
using experienced UTech’s lecturers or a
are in respect of the legal affairs of the Univer-
combination of Industry consultants and
sity, the UTech Foundation in Jamaica, the
UTech’s in-house specialists.
Alumni and the Students’ Union.
• Community Service Secretariat, which
The compliance role is to ensure that the objec-
connects faculty, staff and students to serv-
tives of the University’s Act, the Statutes and
ice opportunities that benefit the univer-
Ordinances are met and that the rules and
sity environment while promoting civic
regulations are complied with. In addition, the
responsibility in the wider community. It
compliance role entails ensuring that the Uni-
maintains the presence of the University in
versity complies with all other related statutes
the community through its Community
such as the Income Tax Act, the National
Development activities, working with both
Housing Trust Act, the Education Tax Act and
formal and informal community groups.
all other applicable laws.
• UTech Centre for the Arts, which pro-
vides for the holistic development of the General legal assistance/advice is also provided
student through the Arts, within an envi- to students and staff who have serious difficul-
ronment that fosters the growth of ties of a legal nature.
authentic enquiring minds. DIVISION OF AC A D E M I C A F FA I R S

• Department of Sport, which provides a
The Academic Affairs Division, which provides
high quality sporting programme geared
administrative oversight and academic leader-
at producing world class student athletes
ship, is led be the Deputy President who
within a stimulating and supportive
oversees all its operations.
environment.
The Division’s major responsibilities at both
• Technology Innovation Centre (TIC),
undergraduate and graduate levels include
which supports the growth and develop-
academic planning, courses of study develop-
ment of technology-oriented businesses in
ment and implementation, academic policy
their early stages, and provides institu-
development and review, academic
tional consultancy services.
governance and quality assurance.
A variety of special projects, including coordi- • Office of Continuing Education and Dis-
nation of the University’s Academic Institu- tance Learning (CEODL) with responsibility
tional Plan, recruitment of Deans and Associate for continuing professional studies and
Vice Presidents and Accreditation/Re-accredita- distance learning.
tion of courses of study are overseen by the
In January 2009, the Office of Intellectual Prop-
Academic Affairs Division. In addition, there are
erty was established within the School of Grad-
two boards operating under the Academic
uate Studies, Research & Entrepreneurship.The
Affairs Division, which are the Board of Under-
central function of the Office is to serve as advi-
graduate Studies (BUS) and the Board of Gradu-
sor to the President and the University commu-
ate Studies, Research & Entrepreneurship
nity on all matters pertaining to intellectual
(BGSRE)
property, to represent the University’s interests
Along with the Vice President, Graduate Stud- in intellectual property negotiations and,
ies, Research and Entrepreneurship, Faculty importantly, to manage the implementation
Deans, Associate Vice Presidents and Heads of of the Intellectual Property Policy for the
Schools/Departments, the Division administers University.
the delivery of existing courses of study and is
also responsible for helping students and DIVISION OF FINANCE AND BUSINESS
faculty achieve their academic and professional SERVICES
goals.
The Chief Business and Finance Officer of the
The following divisional units are represented University is responsible for providing leader-
within the Division: ship, management and oversight for the Uni-
• School of Graduate Studies, Research & versity’s overall financial operations, auxiliary
Entrepreneurship (SGSRE) with responsibil- business services, and general business activi-
ity for the development and management ties. The Chief Business and Finance Officer
of graduate programmes, research, entre- reports directly to the President, serves as a
preneurial activities and intellectual member of his/her senior leadership team
property rights as well academic and plays an integral role in the University’s
publications; decision-making process.
• Office of Curriculum Development and
The Division of Finance and Business Services is
Evaluation (OCDE) with responsibilities for
curriculum development, prior learning responsible for the general administration and
assessment, cooperative education and control of the financial, business, and all monies
quality assurance; and the and property payable or deliverable to the
institution. This includes fees and payments for financial sustainability. There are two main
transcripts. This Division also oversees the Uni- components to the project; construction and
versity enterprises such as the, printery, and all institutional strengthening.
approved vendors on campus.
Facilities Management, which focuses on
creating and maintaining a clean and safe
DIVISION OF P L A N N I N G & O P E R AT I O N S
environment to facilitate learning.
The Planning & Operations Division leads insti-
Technology Information Management (TIM),
tutional planning and research. It facilitates,
which seeks to improve Student and Staff
coordinates and guides UTech’s strategic plan-
access to the Information Technology World,
ning process. Additionally the division over-
and in particular to mission critical application
sees the facilities and the technical information
systems. There are three units in this Depart-
management functions. Headed by a Vice Presi-
ment: Enterprise Application Systems Unit
dent, the division comprises the following
(EAS) that manages the University’s core appli-
departments:
cations; Learning Technologies Support Unit
Planning & Development – developing and (LTSU) that manages various learning technolo-
articulating the University’s strategic planning gies and web-based resources; and Network
framework. Operations & System Support (NOSS) that
manages the University’s network and IT
Enhancement Project – established to infrastructure.
enhance the University’s capacity to provide
quality level education in Jamaica through DIVISION OF STUDENT SERVICES &
expansion and upgrading of the facilities, REGISTRY
further development of staff and improved See Section B
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SECTION B
DIVISION OF STUDENT SERVICES

AND REGISTRY
AND REGISTRY PERSONNEL
Mrs Dianne Mitchell Mrs Mercedes Deane Dr Eslyn Jones Mrs Angella Isaac-Brown Mr Barry Thomas
Vice President and Assistant Registrar Assistant Registrar Accommodations Officer Admissions Officer
University Registrar Academic Services Student Services
Mrs Dorsett Mr Karl Whyte Mrs Pat Eves-McKenzie Mrs Garcia Green-Imoru Mrs Janice Sinclair-
Gabbidon-Pottinger Counsellor Counsellor (Snr.) Financial Aid Officer Morgan
Career Placement Officer International Students’
Coordinator
Miss Ann-Marie Lodge Mrs Denese Brown-Bell Mrs Paulette Groves- Mrs Charmagne Mortley
Student Relations Officer Robinson University Secretariat
Student Records
Supervisor University Examinations Administrator
Officer
AND REGISTRY
OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR S T U D E N T R E L AT I O N S O F F I C E
This Division is headed by the Vice-President, The Student Relations Office serves as a clear-
Student Services and University Registrar. It is ing house for matters relating to the academic-
responsible for matters relating to University related and non-academic services to students,
Governance, Corporate Records, the University and as a resource centre for the Faculties and
Secretariat, and administering the affairs of stu- Central Administration on policies and proce-
dents, from their admission to graduation. The dures pertaining to these services. Student
Division also handles requests for academic matters handled by the Office include requests
records including transcripts and statements. for consideration by the Faculty Student Aca-
The Office of the Registrar, which is located on demic Affairs Committee; academic/non-aca-
the mezzanine floor of the main Administration demic misconduct; refunds queries of a general
Building, may be reached on extensions nature. The Office also advocates for students,
2034–35. affected by extenuating circumstances, by pre-
senting their cases to the senior academic and
U N I V E R S I T Y S E C R E TA R I AT administrative managers. Appeals against deci-
sions made by student-related committees and
The Vice-President Student Services & Univer- student complaints are also handled by the
sity Registrar serves as Secretary to the Council, Student Relations Office. Students’ issues are
Academic Board and Faculty and College dealt with equitably, guided by policies. The
Boards and any Standing, Special or Advisory Student Relations Office is located on the
Committee set up by these bodies. Meetings of ground floor of the Student Services building
these bodies are serviced by the University Sec- and can be reached at: Tel. Ext. 2008/2359; email
retariat headed by the University Secretariat dbell@utech.edu.jm or hfindlay@utech.edu.jm.
Administrator, Mrs Charmagne Mortley. The
Secretariat also has responsibility for, inter alia, AC A D E M I C S E R V I C E S D E PA R T M E N T
managing the use of the University’s ceremo-
nial symbols and University Seal. This department is responsible for administer-
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D I V I S I O N O F S T U D E N T S E R V I C E S A N D R E G I S T R Y
ing student academic affairs in the areas of programmes, and make recommendations and
admissions, examinations, international stu- projections based on these trends. The Office
dents and student records; coordinating activi- also plays an integral role in promoting the
ties relating to academic misconduct; institution both locally and overseas. OAEM is
recommending/developing student-related located at the building behind the Credit Union
academic policies and procedures. Each area is and is managed by Mr Barry Thomas. He may
headed by a supervisor who oversees its day- be contacted at admissions@utech.edu.jm.
to-day activities. Other responsibilities include
interpreting the University’s academic regula- U N I V E R S I T Y E X A M I N AT I O N S C E N T R E
tions to staff and students, publishing the
The Examinations Centre administers all major
Student Handbook, and the preparation of Aca-
University examinations and prepares and
demic Awards for the graduation ceremony.
issues examination cards to students. The Cen-
The Assistant Registrar, Academic Services, Mrs
tre is also responsible for the preparation of
Mercedes Deane, may be reached at ext. 2441
examinations timetables and scheduling invigi-
or 2255. The office is located on the mezzanine
lators for examinations. Further, it assists in mat-
floor of the main Administration Building.
ters related to graduation. The Centre is directly
supervised by Examinations Officer, Mrs
OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS &
Paulette Groves-Robinson, and may be reached
ENROLMENT MANAGEMENT
at exts. 2000 – 2006. The Centre is located on
The Office of Admissions & Enrolment Manage- the ground floor of the Administration Build-
ment (OAEM) is responsible for developing ing, but student visits to the Centre are not
admissions and enrolment management allowed.
policies and procedures, ensuring that these
procedures are adhered to and ensuring that STUDENT RECORDS OFFICE
all programmes in each Faculty are fully
The Student Records Office:
subscribed. The Office has the ultimate respon-
sibility of ensuring selection and enrollment of
• maintains a filing system of records of past
and current students
students for various programmes in each
• creates files for new students, updates files
Faculty. In addition, OAEM monitors student
as necessary, safeguards the security and
attrition and progress from admission to com- confidentiality of all students files, liaises
pletion of programmes. To do so, the Office with Faculties regarding all student
prepares, maintains and analyses statistical academic records
data to monitor trends in all the University’s
• stores and safeguards all examination Our administrative support staff play a key role
results received in providing frontline information, advice and
• prepares and dispatches transcripts/state- guidance, ensuring that all inquiries are dealt
ments/Status Letters and other student with discreetly, professionally and as quickly as
academic records, and provides external possible.
organizations with information relating to
students’ and alumni status, in accordance
with approved procedures
A S S I S TA N T R E G I S T R A R , S T U D E N T
• processes students’ academic awards for SERVICES
Graduation
The Assistant Registrar coordinates the student
• prepares statistical data and reports, as
support services and is specifically responsible
scheduled or requested
for the Orientation Programme, Student Lead-
• verifies the authenticity of academic
ership Development, Student Insurance, Special
awards, transcripts /Status Letters.
Needs students, and Chaplaincy. The Assistant
The Office is directly supervised by Miss Ann
Registrar also chairs the Graduation Commit-
Lodge, Student Records Officer, and may be
tee, and coordinates the High School Mentor-
reached at ext. 2015, 2016 or 2020. The office is
ing Programme.
located on the ground floor of the Administra-
tion Building. O R I E N TAT I O N
All students entering the University for the first

STUDENT SERVICES time are required to participate in the Orienta-
tion Programme which is held in the week
The Student Services Department takes your
following enrolment.
needs seriously. We provide professional serv-
ices that are designed to enhance your student The Programme introduces students to the
experience during your stay at the University of University’s history, traditions, educational
Technology, Jamaica. Our staff work closely programmes, co-curricular programmes and
with other service providers, both internally academic requirements to ensure successful
and externally, to ensure that we meet your completion of their programme.
needs. Please feel free to visit our Centre, our
STUDENT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
WebPages at www.utech.edu.jm, write in, or
just simply give us a call at 512-2280 or 512- All student leaders elected to serve in a leader-
2193. The following support services can help ship position are required to attend a Residen-
you create an optimal university experience. tial Student Leaders’ Workshop at the end of
the second semester. This workshop is accident will be processed. Claims for taxi
designed to expose all student leaders to train- fare, food, etc. will not be honoured.
ing that would assist them in successfully per- The Schedule of Benefits may be obtained from
forming their duties. They are exposed to issues the Student Services Department.
such as student governance, managing finance,
communication, dining etiquette, protocol, and SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS
conflict resolution, among others. They are also
given an opportunity to participate in commu- The Assistant Registrar’s office provides
nity service. services to students with special needs. Such

services include:
STUDENT INSURANCE – Advice & information
– Readers through the Community Service
MEDICAL
Programme.
All students are required to have health insur- – Liaison with the University Examinations
ance to register at the University of Technology, Centre in arranging special sittings organ-
Jamaica. ized for exams
– Special tutoring by faculty
INSURED STUDENTS ARE COVERED IN THE
– The Job Access Work System (JAWS) – this
E V E N T O F P E R S O N A L I N J U R Y O R D E AT H
programme was installed in the Self Access
R E S U LT I N G F R O M A N A C C I D E N T :
Centre and the Library to assist visually
– Students are covered on and off campus, impaired students.
24 hours/365 days of the year (global
Our services are impartial, non-judgmental and
coverage)
confidential.
– All claims should be submitted to the
Department of Student Services within
CHAPLAINCY
thirty (30) days. The final deadline for claim
submission is ninety (90) days from the Chaplains visit the campus weekly and conduct
occurrence of the accident. pastoral counselling sessions for any student
– There is a one-time deductible fee of requiring these services. Office hours are as
Seven Hundred Dollars ($700), which is follows:
considered as the student’s out-of-pocket
– Tuesdays: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
expense for the first claim made during the
contract period, September 1- August 31.
– Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
– Only claims related to or derived from the – Fridays: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
A C C O M M O D AT I O N O F F I C E For further information, please contact the

Accommodation Office at 927-1680-8 exten-
The Accommodation Office is located on the
sions 2262 or 2191 or e-mail anbrown@utech.
ground floor of the Student Services Centre,
edu.jm.
and is headed by the Accommodation Officer,
who is supported by an Administrative
CAREER AND PLACEMENT UNIT
Assistant.
This Unit engages in activities that are geared
The University provides residential accommo-
towards students’ and graduates’ total
dation for 395 students. There are six halls of
preparedness for employment and or
residence, and there are no co-ed facilities. Four
entrepreneurship.
halls are allocated to females – namely, Halls A,
B, E, and Garvey Hall, and two for males – Hall F, The Unit constantly liaises with:
and Farquharson Hall. Garvey and Farquharson
• students/alumni to establish, and assist in
Halls are the largest Halls, accommodating 77
fulfilling their goals
females and 149 male students, respectively. A
• administration and academic departments
Resident Manager, supported by a Resident
regarding programmes and activities for
Assistant and an Executive Student Committee students and alumni
manage each Hall. • corporate society to identify job place-
Prospective students desirous of campus hous- ment opportunities and demand.
ing must complete a “Boarding Application” CAREER SERVICES
form. This form is attached to the back of the
UTech programme application form, obtainable Consultancy Services: These sessions are held
from the Admissions Department or online by appointment and are offered to students
from our website at http://www.utech.edu.jm. individually or in small groups. In these sessions
The application period for summer and year- you can explore your career options, get insight
long students is October 1–January 31. on the employment process, review items such
as résumés and cover letters from your portfo-
An off-campus accommodation information
lio, and/or be referred to other relevant services
listing is also provided by this Unit to students
available on or off the campus.
who were unsuccessful in obtaining on-cam-
pus housing. Employment Empowerment Sessions: These
Boarding fees are paid per semester. Hence, sessions are geared towards preparing final
requests to pay fees by installments will not be year students for the job market. However, we
considered. encourage all students to participate.
Approximately six sessions are held per prepared to gain rewarding employment
semester. during and /or after University by adopting the
following tips:
Symposiums, Seminars and other forms of
discussion: These sessions focus on relevant 1. Attend on-campus employment empower-
and or topical issues relating to the employment sessions.
ment process and entrepreneurship. 2. Visit the Centre for consultation on your
career plans and other related issues.
Mentoring Programme: The Unit, along with
3. Participate in our Job Fair which is held in
team members from the Division of Students
Semester 2.
Services and Registry and Alumni Office, coor-
dinates this programme, which is geared to 4. Be a lifelong learner. Take time out to stay
linking third and fourth-year students with suc- in touch with current affairs and other
cessful employers who can further assist in issues, learn new hobbies and skills. This
their preparation for the ‘world of work’. will enhance your total preparedness for
the job market.
Job Placement Services: The Unit assists stu-
5. Develop a holistic approach to being “job
dents/alumni in gaining various forms of
ready”. Focus on the mental, physical and
employment and/or exposure to the working
emotional self, since a “healthy self” is
world. You can obtain the following forms of
needed for optimum performance on the
employment through the Unit:
job.
• Full-time 6. Build a portfolio, which should include the
• Part-time following:
• Company-initiated Internships • Personal Statement
• Seasonal – e.g., during the summer • Cover letter
vacation • Résumé
• Voluntary. • References
We host an Annual Job Fair in Semester 2.This • Awards
gives you an opportunity to start networking • Sample of work done
with Human Resource professionals and other • Other relevant career building infor-
personnel who are poised to offer you various mation relating to you.
forms of employment and /or advice. We also Portfolio information should be displayed
have ongoing job placement opportunities in a folder that is easy to access and looks
throughout the calendar year. Become fully professional. Additionally, take time out to
frequently upgrade the documents in your Referrals and follow-ups are duly effected.
portfolio. Faculty and staff wishing to make referrals may
7. Apply to have job searches done for you at call: 927-1680 extensions: 2028 / 2460 or
the Career & Placement Unit. Application 512-2028 / 2460 (direct). Our office hours are
for all forms of job search is ongoing. Monday to Friday – 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The Career and Placement Unit is located on PEER COUNSELLING

the second floor of the Student Services Build- The Counselling Unit trains students in basic
ing – which is next door to the Medical Centre. counseling techniques. Peer counsellors help
fellow students with personal, social and aca-
COUNSELLING UNIT
demic concerns. All information provided to
The University Counselling Unit, located in the the Peer Counsellors is treated as strictly
Medical Centre was established to help the Uni- confidential.
versity Community (students, staff and faculty)
deal effectively with the inherent stresses of I N T E R N AT I O N A L S T U D E N T S ’ O F F I C E
daily life and university life. The International Students’ Office supports all
Professionally trained, full-time experienced aspects of student life for our international
counsellors and a part-time psychiatrist use a students by facilitating their recruitment,
multi-disciplinary and eclectic approach in admissions, registration, accommodation and
working with students, faculty and staff. In sponsorship.
accordance with the counselling profession’s
To facilitate their adjustment to their new envi-
Code of Ethics, all information received is held
ronment, we have developed programmes such
in strictest confidence.
as, City Tour, Airport Pick-up and Opening
The Counsellors offer individual, couple, group, Reception. We also assist with all travel, passport
and family therapy with a view to assisting the and immigration related issues, health insur-
recipients to confidently manage the various ance, and basic security and safety guidelines.
situations with which they are confronted.
The Office is also responsible for promoting the
The Unit helps students develop new skills and University overseas, and direct recruiting of
understanding through its workshops and pro- international students. The Office is located at
grammes. These workshops cover personal, the Student Services Building and is managed
academic and career development needs of by the International Student’s Coordinator, Mrs
individuals and groups. In an emergency, clients Janice Sinclair-Morgan. Please contact her at
may be seen on a “drop in” basis. jsinclair@utech.edu.jm.
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE Option 1 – Working in Semesters 1 & 2, when

full-time students are allowed to work 24 hrs
The Financial Aid Office administers the Schol-
per fortnight and part-time students are
arship and Bursary, Earn and Study and Finan-
allowed to work 48-hrs per fortnight.
cial Aid Office Grants Programmes. It also plays
a proactive role in identifying other sources of Option 2 – Working in the Summer Semester,
funding for students who are financially where all students are allowed to work a 40-hrs
challenged. work week from Monday to Friday.
Please note the following:

SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES
• First (1st) year students are NOT allowed to
Scholarships and Bursaries are awarded annu- work in Semesters 1 & 2 but can work in the
ally mainly to full-time Jamaican nationals Summer Semester of their first (1st) year.
studying at the undergraduate and post-gradu- • Final year students are NOT allowed to work
ate levels. However, there are specific scholar- in the summer semester of their final year.
ships which are available to other Caribbean The application period for Earn and Study is as
nationals. follows:
The application period for scholarships opens 1) Semesters I & II – August 11–September
on May 4, 2009 and the closing dates are as fol- 12, 2008
lows (unless otherwise stated):
2) Summer Semester – April 1–April 14, 2009
– Scholarships offered to new students in
year 1 – July 31, 2009 FINANCIAL AID OFFICE GRANTS
– Scholarships offered to returning students A limited number of Financial Aid Office Grants
in years 2-4 – June 30, 2009 are given to students who are experiencing
severe economic hardships. Grants are normally
EARN AND S T U D Y ( C A M P U S E M P L OY M E N T ) given to second, third and fourth year students.
In exceptional circumstances, first-year students
Employment is provided for students on cam-
may also benefit. Applicants must demonstrate
pus through the Earn and Study Programme.
need, which should be substantiated by a letter
Work is scheduled to avoid conflict with the
from a Minister of Religion, Justice of the Peace
students’ academic performance.
or University Counselor or Lecturer.
Students who wish to participate in the Earn Further information may be obtained from the
and Study programme may choose one of the Financial Aid Office at extensions 2192, 2219
following options: and 2184 or by e-mailing gimoru@utech.edu.jm.
The following are the extended opening hours for the various units:
Unit Day Time
• Assistant Registrar‘s Office Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Financial Aid Monday–Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Accommodation Monday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• International Students Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Career and Placement Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Counselling Unit Monday–Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
B R YA N ’ S B O O K S T O R E S LT D . C A R I B B E A N P O I S O N I N F O R M AT I O N
NETWORK (CARPIN)
Bryan’s Bookstores is the University’s campus
bookstore and it is located next to the The Regional Nerve Centre (CARPIN) is housed
Students’ Union Office. in the Faculty of Health and Applied Science.
The bookstore caters to all Faculties of the CARPIN’S Mission is to:

University and provides a wide variety of prod- • make poison information readily available;
ucts and services, including textbooks and a and
comprehensive range of stationery and • create a general awareness of poisoning,
school/office supplies. It also offers magazines, associated dangers and how to manage
novels, motivational, spiritual, career and per- poison cases.
sonal development books and material, as well CARPIN’s functions include:
as UTech souvenir shirts. In addition, a Member-
• collecting data from sentinel sites and
ship Programme gives students added benefits generating reports;
at the Bookstore.
• disseminating information;
The bookstore provides project binding, lami- • generating publications on issues related
nating, and special order services. As an to poisonings; and
adjunct, it also offers a variety of snack items • carrying out research and initiating educa-
and beverages. All students of the University tion and training.
with valid IDs are offered a 10% discount on Sentinel sites will receive enquiries, make neces-
textbooks. sary referrals, and participate in public education
and programmes initiated by the Nerve Centre.
During the regular school semester, the Book-
CARPIN also provides an opportunity for
store’s opening hours are:
national and regional collaboration among a
• Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. wide cross-section of professionals, individuals
and organizations, including physicians, nurses,
• Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
pharmacists, medical technologists and many
• Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. other groups.
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S U P P O R T S E R V I C E S F O R S T U D E N T S
The Nerve Centre provides services during the CSP1001, its objectives, requirements and
following hours: administration. (See also “Community Service
Programme”, page 130).
• Monday to Thursday 9:00a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Friday 9:00a.m. – 4:00 p.m. J A M A I C A VA L U E S A N D AT T I T U D E S
The services are transferred to the University P R O G R A M M E ( J A M VAT )
Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) Accident Students may apply to participate in the JAM-
and Emergency Department after 6:00 p.m. on VAT programme of the National Youth Service,
weekdays, weekends and holidays. in which they perform 200 hours of community
Contact Information: service in return for 30% of tuition fees for that
Telephone: (876) 927-1680-8 ext 2300 or year. Application forms are downloaded from
(876) 977-7777 www.nysjamaica.org, completed and submit-
ted to the Community Service Secretariat and
Toll Free: 1-888-POISONS (764-7667)
routed to JAMVAT.
Fax: (876) 927-1699
E-mail: carpin@utech.edu.jm The Secretariat is located in the Student Serv-
ices Building, call 927-1680 extensions 2050,
Contact UHWI Emergency Division 2343 or 2253 or 702-4536 or e-mail us at
Telephone: (876) 927-1620-8 ext 2500 sriley@utech.edu.jm.
C O M M U N I T Y S E R V I C E S E C R E TA R I AT CO M P U T I N G FAC I L I T I E S
Community Service is an integral part of the All students are required to do an introductory
University’s’ historic mission and forms a central course in Information Technology. The Univer-
part of it current activities and direction. It is sity is, therefore, continuously upgrading and
inclusive – involving both students and staff. expanding its computing facilities both to keep
pace with an ever-evolving industry and to
The Secretariat coordinates the service activities
meet student needs.
on campus, as well as in the wider community
with a special emphasis on the Papine area. C Y N T H I A S H A K O D AY C A R E C E N T R E
The Secretariat also coordinates the Commu- The Day Care Centre offers exceptional care for
nity Service Programme, popularly called CSP. children 3 months to 12 years of age and is
It is a 40-hour 1-credit course. A brochure is open Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to
available to all students and gives details on 6:00 p.m.
Our goal at the Cynthia Shako Day Care Centre e: V I S I O N

is to promote physical, cognitive, linguistic,
UTech has a state-of-the-art Integrated Student
social and emotional development in an envi-
Administration System (ISAS). A major feature
ronment which is safe, caring and nurturing for
of this system is called e:Vision, which can be
your child.
accessed via the Internet from UTech’s website
D R U G I N F O R M AT I O N S E R V I C E ( D I S ) at www.utechjamaica.edu.jm.
The DIS is located in the College of Health e:Vision is an online tool that students must
Sciences and is an integral part of the School use in order to facilitate their academic journey
of Pharmacy. with the University. Students need to ensure

that they keep abreast of the “Calendar of
Its main functions are: Events” on the portal, so as to complete the
relevant exercises within the allotted time.
1. To recommend specific solutions for drug
related problems; e:Vision will facilitate the following activities:
2. To train undergraduate students in the
1. Pre-enrolment for returning students
area of drug literature;
(specialisation/major-minor selection)
3. To provide accurate, unbiased drug infor-
2. Selecting University and/or School
mation retrieval and evaluation; and
Electives
4. To publish a newsletter containing current
3. Registering online
and relevant drug information.
4. Updating online curriculum vitae
The Centre’s resources include pharmaceutical
5. Updating personal/favourite links
literature, medical and scientific reference text-
books, journals and software, such as Martin- 6. Selecting payment plan
dale and Drugdex. 7. Viewing:
It also provides photocopying services to the a. Electronic Notices

students in the College. The Centre is managed b. Payment schedules/fee breakdowns
by a clinical pharmacist, who is assisted by c. Provisional module results
library support staff. b. Provisional course-work results
e. Re-do results
Opening hours are:
f. Provisional transcript results
Mondays to Fridays: 9:00a.m. – 4:00 p.m. g. Account balances
h. Personalized exam timetables e: V I S I O N C O N T E N T

i. Career Placement applications (final
The “Home” tab has:
year students)
• Portal Options – change password and
The following activities will be available on change security question and answer
e:Vision in the near future: • Intray – register online; check incoming
• Flexible module selection/scheduling messages
• Online application • Personal links – add favourite links
• Online payment • Upcoming Events – view University’s
Calendar of Events
• Viewing of class timetable.
• Calendar & Search
A C C E S S I N G e: V I S I O N • Flexible Payment Plan – select plan; view
payment schedule.
e:Vision is accessible anywhere in the world,
once you have access to a computer with an The “Student” tab has:
Internet connection: • Student Details – personal details
• Click on the browser icon on your desktop
• Student Actions – choose Electives online
and view module information
or in the Start menu
• In the address bar, type www.utechja-
• Your Academic Information – view provi-
sional coursework and module results
maica.edu.jm
• Student’s Report – view provisional
• Click on the ‘Student Portal’ link at the top
transcript
right section of the page
• Your Fee Information – account payments
• Next click on the ‘Log-in to UTech Portal • Useful Links.
here’ link
ENROLLING ONLINE EMAIL SERVICE
Once you have been financially cleared, you can The Student Portal enabled by e:Vision has
enrol online. From the Home Page go to your become an important means of providing
‘Intray’ and a message will be seen with an information to students, and serves as the
action/link, labelled, “Click here to Enrol”. After gateway for the email service. A message with
you have clicked on that link, your online regis- instructions on how to access the email service
tration process will begin. After completing will be sent to each student’s Intray, which is
each step, click on “Next” until you have located on the Home Page of the portal. You
reached the final page and your registration will only be able to access the e-mail service
will be complete. through e-vision.
WIRELESS AND DIAL-UP CONNECTIVIT Y staff training and development, research and
(WIFI) other special projects. The Foundation seeks to
promote academic excellence and provide
The need to access posted assignments by way
support for needy students.
of the Student Integrated Administration Sys-
tem (ISAS), Library Information System (LIMS) The American Foundation of the University
and other on-line resources, has become more of Technology, Jamaica (AFUTech) was estab-
important as students acquire their own per- lished March 10, 2004 to:
sonal laptops thereby becoming less depend- • support institutions of higher learning
ent on computer laboratories. with capital improvements, general oper-
ating expenses, provision of services or
Wireless access is currently available in areas
participation in joint undertakings
that are mainly used by students. These are:
• sponsor and support scholarships for
• Library students in institutions of higher learning
• CSA
• operate exclusively for charitable and
• SCIT
educational purposes.
• Auditorium
• SHTM Application forms for Foundation scholarships
• FELS are available at the Financial Aid Office on the
• COHS Papine campus.
• The Gazebo in front of the SCIT by the
Administration Building. LIBRARY SERVICES
The WiFi signals spread sufficiently to service I N F O R M AT I O N R E S O U R C E S
the general areas used by students.
The Calvin McKain Library offers a wide range
F O U N D AT I O N S of information resources and services to stu-
dents and faculty in support of teaching, learn-
Two Foundations have been established as
ing and research. On the 31 March 2009, the
charitable organizations to support the
library’s collection stood at 118,970 books, 747
University of Technology, Jamaica and its
e-books via NetLibrary and 995 journal titles in
programmes.
print. In addition, access is available to more
The UTech Foundation in Jamaica was estab- than 9000 journal titles through 15 online
lished in 1988 and has been providing extra- resources covering 42 databases. There are also
budgetary financial support to the University 1,530 videos, DVDs, CD ROMS and audio tapes,
for scholarships to local students, financial aid, including the Art & Architecture special collec-
tion. Pamphlets, newspapers, government and 28-station cyber lab and student kiosks in
private sector publications, such as the PAHO Reading Room 2, the Caribbean Reading Room
Collection, are also a part of the library’s stock. and the 24-hour reading room. All are equip-
ped to facilitate research using online resources.
A Reserved Materials Collection, located in the
Client Services Division, contains textbooks and NETWORKS
other resources available for 3-hour loans.
Materials in the Caribbean Collection are avail- The library participates in the National Informa-
able for a similar loan period. The reference tion System and is the focal point for the Col-
librarian is located in Caribbean Reading Room lege Libraries Information Network (COLINET).
and provides assistance with research, interli- It is also a member of the Advisory Committee
brary loan and document delivery services. for National Information Systems (ACNIS), the
Audio-visual Information Network (AVIN), the
The Archives, which is also a part of the Library, Science and Technology Information Network
houses some of the historical records of the (STIN) and the Social and Economic Information
University. Network (SECIN). These networks facilitate
The Instructional Media Services Unit offers access to information.
services such as editing, conversion and L I B R A R Y I N F O R M AT I O N M A N A G E M E N T
duplication. SYSTEM (LIMS)
FAC I L I T I E S A modern integrated library system allows

The facilities comprise four (4) main reading clients to search the library’s catalogue; request
rooms, including the 24-hour reading room information; view individual accounts; access
with a room for graduate students, a faculty online databases, electronic books and past
reading room, a Caribbean Reading Room and a examination papers of some modules.
multi-purpose room. The 24-hour reading room
I N F O R M AT I O N L I T E R A C Y S E S S I O N S
provides access to a quiet, comfortably fur-
nished study area during and after regular Library sessions are held to assist clients to
library hours. In addition, the Instructional enhance their information, seeking skills and to
Media Services Unit has a Graphics lab, a video become familiar with the resources and serv-
studio and an audio-visual theatre and provides ices of their library. Sessions are held on a set
a variety of audio-visual equipment and materi- schedule in Semester 1 or by special request
als for classroom, fieldwork and in-library use. from groups. For further information contact:
Computer access is provided through a 512-2258.
G E N E R A L I N F O R M AT I O N Slipe Pen Road Campus
Detailed information about the collections, • Monday– Friday: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

CALCAT (online catalogue), location of materi- • Saturday: CLOSED
als, borrowing privileges, other services pro-
vided, opening hours, rules and regulations is Montego Bay (Cottage Close)
provided on the website www.utech.jamaica. • Monday– Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00a.m
edu.jm/library/index.htm and in the Library • Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Handbook.
All students, including those at off-campus MEDICAL CENTRE

locations, have borrowing and/or reading
privileges. The Centre is staffed with health care profes-
sionals who provide the following services for
Opening hours are:
students and staff:
Main Library
• medical care
• Monday– Friday: 8:30 – 10:00 p.m.
• educational support and counselling
• Saturday: 12:30 – 8:00 p.m. related to healthy lifestyles
24 Hour Reading Room • formal and informal health education
sessions, e.g., seminars, health fairs
• Monday – Thursday: 10:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
& 10:00 p.m. – 8:30 a.m. next day • family planning services
• Friday: 10:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. & 10:00 p.m. – • referrals.
12:30 p.m. next day
Opening Hours:
• Saturday: 8:00 p.m. & all day next day
• Sunday: Open all day – 8:30 a.m. next day September–May:
Faculty of Built Environment Resource Unit Monday–Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Monday–Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Saturday: CLOSED June–August:
Drug Information Service Monday–Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Saturday: CLOSED Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
EMERGENCIES SERVICES PRINTERY/BINDERY
Persons with life threatening emergencies who The Printery, located beside the Computer Lab,
visit the Health Centre will receive supportive is responsible for most internal publications,
care and then be transferred via ambulance to such as books, teaching manuals and other
the Emergency Department at the University educational and informational materials devel-
Hospital of the West Indies. oped and produced by Faculty and other units.
S T U D E N T H E A LT H I N S U R A N C E P L A N The Printery also offers the following services

to students at a cost:
All registered students are provided with a
health insurance information card. This card
• digital colour and black-and-white printing
and photocopying of documents or other
along with the Student Identification card is
materials, such as “Projects” and theses –
needed to access service at the Medical Centre.
these documents can be printed from flash
M E D I C A L L A B O R AT O R Y S E R V I C E drives/CDs/and other data storage devices
(maximum print or copy size 11”x 17”)
Service is available on weekdays between the • binding–ring or hard bound
hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. • repair and recovering of text books.
C O L L A B O R AT I O N W I T H T H E F O U N D AT I O N
S E L F - A C C E S S C O M M U N I C AT I O N
FOR I N T E R N AT I O N A L S E L F H E L P
LEARNING CENTRE
( F. I . S . H . )
The Self-Access Communication Learning Cen-
Located at 19 Gordon Town Road, Kingston 6 tre is located in Room 8A12 of the Faculty of
and adjacent to the Jamaica National Building Education and Liberal Studies. It provides
Society, this clinic will provide various services opportunities for members of the University
to the UTech Community. If the need arises, a community to upgrade their oral and written
payment schedule can be arranged. language and communication skills in a pleas-
ant, relaxed atmosphere.
Students will be able to access the following
services at a discounted rate: Although this multi-media center allows for
• Dental examination self-determined, independent study, users are
able to benefit from the guidance of a facilita-
• Medical examination
tor. The Centre supports programmes of study
• Optical examinations / frames / lenses
in English, Spanish, Japanese, French, Philoso-
• Pre/Post-Natal clinic
phy and Ethics offered by the Liberal Studies
• Immunization
Department.
Opening hours are: • Shared facilities – the centre offers clients

Monday–Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 24/7 access to its facility, receptionist and
Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. office services including those available
from the Business Services Unit, confer-
T E C H N O L O G Y I N N O VAT I O N C E N T R E ence and meeting rooms, broadband
internet access and video conferencing
Established in 2002, the Technology Innovation
Center (TIC) is a specialized division of the • Monitoring services –There is one-to-one
University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech) that counselling from the Incubator Manager
and where necessary external consultant
supports the growth and development of
services are contracted;
early stage, technology-oriented businesses.
• Training – strategic planning, business
It was developed out of the former Entrepre- development and management.
neurial Centre, which was established at UTech
in 1987. The Virtual Tenancy Programme enables
fledgling businesses to be set up without the
The TIC holds the distinction of being the first need to invest in working space. ‘Virtual Client’
Business Incubator in the English Speaking status is particularly helpful for entrepreneurs
Caribbean. A business incubator is a facility who operate from home, or are full time
designed to assist businesses to become estab- employees pursuing part time enterprises or
lished and profitable during their start up or businesses in need of corporate facilities
early development phase. The main benefit is without the overhead costs.
its ability to substantially reduce the start-up
costs of enterprises and reduce the risk of small The following services are available to ‘virtual’
business failure. A research study done by the tenants:
National Business Incubator Association, the US • Business Mailing Address
umbrella organisation, showed that 84 percent • Networking Sessions
of all firms graduating from incubators remain • Telephone Number w/voicemail
in business for the long term. • Training.
Through our Business Incubation service, clients C O N S U LT A N C Y U N I T
are offered the following range of services: The Consultancy Services Unit enables the
• Space – 25 air conditioned and furnished transformation of public and private sector
office suites that can be flexibly configured enterprises primarily through the delivery of
to meet clients needs, as well as 4 manu- consultancy services and customised executive
facturing bays; training.
The Unit applies a collaborative approach to • opportunities for personal development;

maintaining a expanding network of expert • opportunities to influence changes in
professionals with extensive experience in a UTech’s policies and to effect other mean-
wide range of disciplines. The Unit hopes to ingful changes to add value to their certifi-
involve post-graduate students in the imple- cation;
mentation of projects relevant to their course • substantial discounts on goods and
of study and research initiatives. services with a Corporate Discount Card.
Business Services Unit (BSU) offers a range of

Staff and students have been reaping big
efficient and cost effective document process-
savings on a wide variety of goods and services
ing services to its clients, including students.
from over 100 merchants island-wide with the
These services include; high-speed colour and
Corporate Discount Card. We urge you all
black/white printing and photocopying, fax
(current students, staff and alumni) to register
receival and transmission, binding, laminating,
with the Alumni Office and get your discount
scanning, internet access, enlarging of docu-
card now.
ments, ID services and lots more.
Students should also seek to access the mentor-
For further information on the TIC & its range of
ing programme offered through the Associa-
services you may call us on 512-2500 or 512-
tion. Many influential alumni have made
2505 or email information@ticjamaica.com.
themselves available to be regular mentors and
U T E C H A L U M N I A S S O C I AT I O N e-mentors. Mentees have benefited significantly
The UTech Alumni Relations Office is located in in personal development, career counseling,
the main Administration Building and is the and employment opportunities locally and
official link between the University and alumni overseas. These are opportunities that are treas-
and provides support to its Alumni Chapters. A ured by all progressive students, and we invite
vibrant Alumni Association is equally beneficial all our students to take advantage of them.
to alumni and their alma mater. Four chapters
We use this medium to also thank our gradu-
are already established: Jamaica, Ontario, New
ates who have been excellent ambassadors and
York and Florida.
who have been facilitating a strong image
Through the UTech Alumni Association, gradu- internationally. They are also responsible for
ates are afforded: donations to UTech in cash, products and
• great opportunities for networking; services valuing millions of dollars. Thank you
meaningful relationships; access to UTech for your invaluable support. We hope the exam-
facilities; ple you set will be followed by all graduates.
The team from the Alumni Relations Office showcases works by renowned local and
welcomes all new and returning students international sculptors.
and invites you to visit our office at your
Besides the Sculpture Park, there are works of
convenience.
art represented in other strategic areas of the
Hector Wheeler, Director of Advancement, has campus, consistent with the Centre’s goal to
direct responsibility for Alumni Relations and integrate the arts in every facet of the Univer-
can be reached on telephone at 512-2074. sity experience. In 2006, the Centre also
acquired and restored the prestigious A.D. Scott
UTECH CENTRE FOR THE ARTS Private Collection through the kind sponsor-
ship of the JN Foundation. The sculpture pieces
The Centre for the Arts was established in 1998 are on display in the main Administration
to link the Arts with Science and Technology. Its building and the University library.
focus is to help its clients (students and staff
alike) fulfill their potential through involvement
COMMUNIT Y SERVICE OUTREACH
in the Arts. Courses in Dance, Drama, Music and
the Visual Arts are offered to the general UTech The Centre’s Community Service Outreach
community, while students also have the programmes are open to the wider community,
opportunity to do electives in Dance, Drama particularly children and teens. Children aged
and Music and gain three credits towards com- 5–14 years benefit from the cultural pro-
pleting their degree programme. grammes through its major community
outreach project, “Tomorrow’s Children”. This is
U T E C H A R T & T H E AT R E E N S E M B L E an integrated arts programme aimed at bring-
Outstanding students from the Centre’s cultural ing together groups of children with the intent
courses form the UTech Art and Theatre Ensem- of socializing them through the Arts to a com-
ble and Instrumental Band, which at present is mon understanding of themselves as citizens.
being trained for professional off-campus per- Furthermore, for some of these children, the
formances. To this end, the Centre frequently programme serves as a curative measure to
hosts activities to showcase the talents of our counter the emotional abuse suffered.
students alongside professional artists. Besides working with “Tomorrow’s Children”, the
Centre is the nucleus for the Jamaican Chapter
T H E C A R I B B E A N S C U L P T U R E PA R K
of Partners of the Americas, a private, non-
The Caribbean Sculpture Park is the first of its profit, non-partisan organization that develops
kind in the English-speaking Caribbean. It leadership, understanding and opportunity
among the citizens of Jamaica. Partnership, The Pharmacy is managed and operated by
knowledge and resource-sharing are at the registered pharmacists with the assistance of
core of this group’s existence, and these values Pharmacy students and a Pharmacy Technician.
contribute to the creation of opportunities for It is a legally operated facility that is registered
social development and empowerment for our by the Pharmacy Council of Jamaica.
fellow Jamaicans, especially at-risk groups
The pharmacy now carries a wide range of
such as teenage mothers and misguided
prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, toi-
adolescents.
letries, first aid supplies, multi-vitamins, snacks,
T H E C A R I B B E A N C U LT U R A L C E N T R E contraceptives, cough and cold preparations
and much more. It has an up-to-date computer-
The activities/programmes at the Centre for the
ized programme for processing prescriptions.
Arts are ever increasing, with the newest addi-
tion being the Literary Arts Festival. In recogni- Accepted insurance schemes include Blue
tion of this fact, there are plans to build a Cross (Swipe Card) and First Life (Swipe Card).
Caribbean Cultural Centre which will expand All Major Credit Cards and Debit Cards are also
and intensify the programmes offered. The accepted.
complex will serve as a theatre for the perform-
UTech staff members are entitled to 10% dis-
ing arts (accommodating up to 1,200 persons),
count on prescriptions with or without a Health
an exhibition space for the visual arts, studios
Card. Students are entitled to 30% discount on
for training and practising a variety of art forms,
all prescriptions filled with a Health Card.
and a facility for research and study. It is to
serve as a complement to the University’s cur- Pharmacists are available for private consulta-
rent programme offering, and will be a major tion regarding your prescriptions, drug-related
contributor to the balanced approach to edu- matters and disease conditions. Please feel free
cation that UTech is actively pursuing. to talk to them.
UTECH PHARMACY Opening Hours:
The objectives for the Pharmacy are: Monday–Thursday: 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.

1. to facilitate the learning process of 3rd- Friday: 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.
year Pharmacy students, giving them real
Contact Information:
hands-on experience;
2. to provide pharmaceutical services to the Straight Line: 970-2492
UTech and surrounding communities. Extension: 2301
SECTION C
NEW AND RECENT

DEVELOPMENTS
NEW AND RECENT DEVELOPMENTS
S E M E S T E R I S AT I O N selecting their class times. This will impact all

processes in academic delivery and administra-
UTech began implementing a Semester System
tion: application through to admission and
in the 1999/2000 academic year. At that time,
registration/ enrolment; academic delivery –
two changes to the system were:
curriculum delivery, assessment, progression;
• The academic year was restructured into completion and graduation. Policy frameworks,
three Academic Sessions: Semester 1 – technology and non-academic administrative
August to December; Semester 2 – January systems will, of course, underpin these
to May; and, the Summer Session – May to processes and must be adjusted as necessary.
August; and
• All Courses of Study (Programmes) were The 2009/2010 Academic Year will be a pilot
modularised. year with the following elements of semesteri-
sation being introduced:
Since then, further adjustments in the System
have been realised, including: • Flexibility for students in selecting class
times
• Development of General Education
courses • Individual timetables for students from
• Defining of pre-requisite and core modules central master timetable
for Courses of Study • Class lists for lecturers
• Modification of diploma and certificate • A longer period for student registration,
courses to fit the semester system; and which will be done online.
• Introduction of end-of-semester
These new arrangements will result in a num-
examinations.
ber of changes to existing academic delivery
Beginning in the upcoming Academic Year, and administrative processes. They will be
2009/2010, the University will embark on introduced with new students entering Year 1
another major step in semesterisation: the of their respective courses of study.
introduction of flexibility in the delivery and
scheduling of modules, allowing students to Students who will be in the second, third or
select their modules and have some choice in fourth year in Academic Year 2009/10 will
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N E W A N D R E C E N T D E V E L O P M E N T S
continue with the existing structure of their equivalent and will, therefore, have the same
courses of study/diets until graduation. schedule on the Master Timetable. Continued
refinement in establishing equivalencies and
I N TA K E P E R I O D S
reconciling overlaps will take place through
E N R O L M E N T / I N TA K E T I M E S DURING OCDE reviews of module content and deliv-
ACADEMIC YEAR ery/scheduling options.
• August
• January (under special arrangements) D U R AT I O N
• May/June for Summer Session
Students enrolled for undergraduate courses
D E T E R M I N AT I O N OF CORE MODULES of study will be allowed a maximum of the
prescribed time plus two years to complete.
All Courses of Study will have a predetermined
percentage of core modules. These core mod-
STUDENT CREDIT LOAD PER SEMESTER
ules at each level/year of study must be taken
by the student. All core modules and technical SEMESTERS 1 & 2
modules for a given course of study must first
be scheduled on a student’s timetable and only Regular undergraduate degree students
after that will the student be able to choose • Full-time: Minimum 12 credits; Maximum
non-core modules and electives. Non-core 18 credits
modules and electives will be accessible to Credits beyond the maximum will be
students only where space is available. permitted on the recommendation of a
Student Advisor [or with approval from
D E T E R M I N AT I O N O F PRE-REQUISITES
the Dean of the Faculty].
AND CO-REQUISITES
• Part-time: Minimum 6 credits; Maximum 11
Pre-requisites will be linked to the requisite credits
modules such that it would not be possible for Not applicable where the student is taking
a student to select a module if s/he has not suc- the final module/modules for completion
cessfully completed the pre-requisite. Co-requi- of a Course of Study.
sites will also be linked to requisite modules.
Credit banking students
D E T E R M I N AT I O N OF E Q U I VA L E N C E S • Maximum six credits.
All modules that are assessed by the same Auditing Students

examination paper will be treated as being • No credits or examination.
O P T I O N S AVA I L A B L E TO STUDENTS limitation on the number of independent

study modules would be established by each
Students will be allowed to “fast track” comple- Programme/Faculty.
tion of their degrees and other courses of study
on the recommendation of their advisor and PROGRESSION
would, therefore, be able to complete these
Students’ academic standing and progression
programmes within the shortest time possible.
will be based on the number of credits com-
Acceleration may be achieved through:
pleted. This will require that all grades are
• Pursuing additional credits submitted within two weeks after
• Independent study assessment/examination.
• Distance Education The “new” Progression “Year” will be defined in

• Collaboration with other universities (It is terms of the number of credits a student has
envisioned that students will be able to completed, for example, a year/level 1 student
take modules – (including those previously is a student who has attempted/completed
failed) – at another approved institution, if 24–36 credits.
these are not available at UTech. The cred-
A final year/level 4 completing student would
its would then be transferred to his/her
module of study at UTech. have attempted/be completing a minimum of
120 credits.
• Pursuing general education modules,
which should be available in all semesters Progression rules, would now be based on
• Doing make-up modules/exams in the number of credits/GPA and Cumulative Grade
semester immediately following the one in Point Average (CGPA). As noted above, it will
which the module was failed or in the also be possible for a student to accelerate
Summer Session. Modules that tend to have his/her studies.
a high failure rate may be scheduled in both
semesters and possibly in the summer NEW PROCEDURES FOR NEW AND
session if the numbers make this viable. L O S T I D E N T I F I C AT I O N C A R D S
Independent Study Please note that a valid UTech identification
Alternative and replacement modules along card will be the only acceptable form of
with independent study modules (such as identification.
the subject-based extended study [SBES] as
practised in SOTAVE) are means by which The Safety and Security Department will pro-
students can navigate the semester system if duce UTech ID cards as of the first day of enrol-
their most favoured module is unavailable. A ment. Students in need of an ID card should
first contact the Admissions Office. Students the academic advisement system in each Fac-
who enroll in the Auditorium should be able to ulty and assist students on academic probation
collect their ID card from the Department to restructure their programme diets. The
within minutes of submission of their properly FAAU will also hold consultations with students
completed documents. These cards are pro- who may be referred to the FAAU by their
grammable and will only allow access to Academic Advisor for more intensive academic
designated areas (and may or may not allow advisement.
student’s access to some areas) of the campus,
HOW IS THE ASSIGNMENT OF ACADEMIC
depending on the status of the student’s
ADVISORS ACHIEVED?
accounts.
Whether you are a full-time of part-time
Students who have lost their ID card will be
student, the Faculty Academic Advisement Unit
required to pay a replacement fee of $1000 at
(FAAU) for your Faculty will assign you an
Accounts Receivable and present their receipt
Academic Advisor when you enter UTech.
at the Admissions Office, so that the replace-
Your assigned Advisor will continue with you
ment can be arranged.
throughout your University career.
POLICIES GOVERNING THE W H AT S E R V I C E S D O E S Y O U R A C A D E M I C

I M P L E M E N TAT I O N O F A C A D E M I C ADVISOR OFFER?
ADVISEMENT
Your Academic Advisor will:
W H AT I S A C A D E M I C A D V I S E M E N T ?
• meet with you and his/her other advisees
Academic advisement is a structured support as a group during Orientation, or the first
system available to every student when making week of the Semester, to explain Academic
important academic decisions related to Advisement – the new features of Regula-
tion 3 and the advisement services offered;
his/her course, available options, electives, and
academic progress in general. Academic
• exchange with you a reliable means of
communicating with each other quickly;
advisement is managed in each Faculty by the
Faculty Academic Advisement Unit (FAAU).
• provide individual counseling to discuss
academic problems and University
W H AT I S T H E F A C U LT Y A C A D E M I C expectations;
A D V I S E M E N T U N I T ( FA A U ) ? • explain/interpret academic policies and

their implications for your success in your
The FAAU serves as the hub of the advisement course of study as well as individual
system in each Faculty. The FAAU will monitor modules;
• provide assistance/advice in deciding how POLICY GOVERNING THE USE OF

you can meet the demands of your course C E L L U L A R P H O N E S A N D M U LT I M E -
and modules; DIA/MOBILE DEVICES IN CLASS-
• monitor your progress regularly if you are ROOMS AND THE C A LV I N M C C A I N

on academic probation; LIBRARY
• assist you in academic problem-solving Both students and staff members are required
and/or interpreting academic demands of to turn off their cellular telephones, multimedia
your course and modules (including the and mobile devices during classes. While stu-
implications and applications of Regula- dents frequently keep their cellular phones in
tion 3) so that you can achieve success in
“Discreet” mode during classes, their getting up
your studies.
to leave the class in order to answer their
phones is disruptive. Therefore, the University’s
ASSIGNMENT OF ADVISEES TO AN policy effective from January 2007 is that all
ACADEMIC ADVISOR cellular phones – whether students’ or staff
members’ – must be turned OFF on entry to a
Each Academic Advisor is responsible for a
class, and are to remain in that mode for the
group of no more that 30 advisees at any given
duration of the instructional period.
time. This group can also serve as a support sys-
tem for you during your University career. Your USE OF CELLULAR TELEPHONES TO
Advisor will follow your progress throughout RECORD CLASSES
your academic career at the University.
Beginning in January 2007, students may NOT
PROVISION FOR CHANGING YOUR use cellular phones and/or multimedia/mobile
ACADEMIC ADVISOR devices to record classes or any part of classes
without the express permission of the instruc-
Since you are assigned to your Academic Advi- tor. Such prohibition of recording includes lec-
sor at random, occasionally it may transpire tures, class presentations, assignments, tutorial
that the match of Advisee and Advisor is lessons and test/examination answers and/or
incompatible. Therefore, should you wish to solutions.
request a change in your Academic Advisor,
you may complete a form, provided for that USE OF LAPTOP COMPUTERS IN CLASSES
purpose, which is available from the Faculty With the permission of the instructor, students
Academic Advisement Unit (FAAU). may use laptop computers in classes to take
notes.
USE O F L A P T O P S A N D M O B I L E / M U LT I M E - Lecturers: Students should report a lecturer’s

D I A D E V I C E S I N C L A S S P R E S E N TAT I O N S persistent interruption of classes/instruction by
personal cellular telephone calls to their Head
Students may use laptop computers or other
of School for action, in accordance with discipli-
mobile/multimedia devices where they are
nary measures under Ordinance 15.
required for project or other presentations that
the students are making to a class or panel of EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY
judges.
The policy will not apply in the following
circumstances:
USE OF CELLULAR PHONES AND
M U LT I M E D I A / M O B I L E D E V I C E S I N • Where students are using mobile technol-
THE C A LV I N M C C A I N L I B R A R Y ogy to make class presentations or to
connect with external sites as part of class
Cellular telephones and multimedia/mobile assignments;
devices must be turned OFF on entry to the • Where a student or member of staff is
Calvin McCain Library. The recording of library experiencing a personal emergency that
materials using cellular or multimedia/mobile requires constant contact, his/her cellular
devices contravenes in most cases international phone/mobile device may be kept on
copyright law. Therefore, such recording is pro- “Discreet” mode.
hibited in the Calvin McCain Library. In the latter case, the student should inform the
instructor and seek his/her permission before
If circumstances require that the student or
the beginning of the class. The instructor will
staff member have his/her cellular telephone
notify the class of the possibility of the inter-
turned on while in the Library, the device must
ruption at the beginning of the class. In the
be kept in the “Discreet” mode, and in answer-
event of a call, the student/staff member will
ing the call, the student/staff member should
excuse him/herself, with a minimum of disrup-
ensure that those around him/her are not
tion to the class, to answer the emergency call.
disturbed.
POLICY AND PROCEDURES FOR
SANCTIONS FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH
HANDLING STUDENT COMPLAINTS
THE POLICY
(UNDER REVIEW)
Students: A student who is found in breach of THE UNIVERSIT Y’S COMMITMENT
this policy may be asked to remove him/herself
for the remainder of the class in accordance The University of Technology, Jamaica is
with Ordinance 14. committed to:
i. delivering high quality service and encour- iv. facilitates early resolution;
ages its students to say where there is v. allows the University, in whole or in part, to
cause for concern and a case for improve- benefit from the experience.
ment
W H AT IS A COMPLAINT?
ii. providing a learning and working environ-
ment in which complaints are responded A complaint is a statement expressing dissatis-
to promptly and with minimum distress faction, made to a member of staff, academic or
and maximum protection to all parties non- academic, or any other person in authority
iii. ethical and responsible management, at UTech, that requires action or response.
transparency in its decision-making The person making the complaint (“the com-
processes, and a visible, accessible and fair plainant”) will have to be identified to the
complaints process. person complained about (“the respondent”).
The University views students’ complaints as Feedback from students about administrative
providing an opportunity to review and and academic programs and services offered
improve its policies and practices, and also to by the University is encouraged, and would not
gain insight into student satisfaction levels. normally be viewed as a complaint unless spe-
cific redress was requested. In some cases, how-
It is expected that in raising possible issues of ever, students may feel that they have
complaint, students themselves have observed experienced unreasonable treatment, disad-
their obligations as members of the University, vantage or distress, about which they want to
through meeting their academic commitments complain officially.
and a level of general behaviour that is in con-
cert with the University’s regulations or reason- RESPONSIBILITIES OF S TA F F AND
able consideration for others. The University’s STUDENTS

commitments and student rights are declared in
Designated officers are responsible for dealing
the Undergraduate Student Charter, July 2005.
appropriately with complaints and managing
UTech endeavours to handle complaints in a the resolution process, in keeping with the Uni-
way that: versity’s complaint handling policies and proce-
dures. They are also responsible for ensuring
i. encourages informal conciliation;
that staff and students involved in the com-
ii. is fair and efficient; plaint resolution process understand their
iii. treats complaints with appropriate serious- rights and responsibilities in relation to this
ness, empathy and confidentiality; policy.
Students and staff have a responsibility to con- interact with as part of an approved exter-
tribute to the achievement of a productive, nal programme of study such as work
safe, equitable and harmonious study and work experience, industrial or clinical place-
environment at UTech. In particular, students ments, continuing education or exchanges.
and staff have a responsibility to:
Students may make a complaint about any
i. participate in the complaint resolution matter, which relates to their programme of
process in good faith; study at UTech, even if the incident, which is the
ii. co-operate fully in any investigation basis of the complaint, did not occur on cam-
process; pus. The scope of this policy includes incidents
arising from field trips, external placements,
iii. assist the person handling the complaint
exchanges, UTech social functions, or distance
in reaching satisfactory resolution wher-
education courses.
ever possible, and avoid complaining
about the same matter to several different Students are encouraged to raise their com-
units or individuals at the same time; plaint in the first instance directly with the per-
iv. avoid making complaints or counter-com- son concerned. This is appropriate in matters
plaints with mischievous or malicious where the student feels comfortable with mak-
intent. ing a direct approach, or where the complaint
does not relate to allegations of unlawful
SCOPE OF THE POLICY ON HANDLING behaviour (e.g. assault, harassment, or
STUDENT COMPLAINTS corruption).
This policy applies to all aspects of a student’s Where it is not appropriate for the student to
educational experience at UTech. Students raise the issue directly with the other person/s,
may make a complaint about any of the they can make a complaint to the appropriate
following: UTech officer:
i. Other students of the University i. In a Faculty, the appropriate officer may be
ii. Academic, administrative staff and support the Programme Director, Head of Depart-
staff (including continuing, contract, sub- ment, Head of School, Faculty Administra-
contract or casual, visiting appointments, tor or Dean.
guest lecturers) ii. If the complaint relates to an administra-
iii. Visitors to the University tive unit, the appropriate officer would
normally be the Head of the Unit.
iv. People external to UTech that students
iii. No complaint will be pre-judged. xi. If one of the parties to the complaint
iv. The appropriate officer has a responsibility believes that the person in authority has a
to respond to complaints within a reason- conflict of interest or bias, s/he should refer
able timeframe. the matter to that person’s supervisor.
v. Complaints will be responded to as quickly xii. Confidentiality will be respected wherever

as possible in the circumstances, and com- possible within the constraints of the need
plainants will be advised of the proposed to fully investigate the complaint, and mat-
timeframe for resolution. ters pertaining to the complaint will not be
discussed beyond the parties to the com-
vi. Unless a complaint is unusually complex or
plaint and staff involved in resolving the
involves allegations of misconduct, the
complaint.
University will achieve resolution of a com-
plaint within 4 weeks of the complaint xiii. Resolution of the complaint will usually
being lodged with the appropriate person take into account the preferred process of
in authority. resolution of the person who made the
complaint. However, there may be
vii. If it is not possible to achieve resolution
instances where a complaint is of such a
within this timeframe the complainant will
serious nature that formal action is
be advised of this, and will be kept
required that is beyond the wishes of the
informed of the progress of the matter.
complainant – e.g., when a complaint
viii. Students should be aware that if the mat- raises or relates to allegations of unlawful
ter has been lodged initially at an inappro- behaviour or corruption, or when the Uni-
priate level of authority, it might take versity’s duty of care to staff or students
longer to respond to the complaint. may be compromised if no action is taken.
ix. The appropriate officer will ensure that DEFINITION OF A P P R O P R I AT E O F F I C E R S
s/he has no conflict of interest or bias in
relation to any party to the complaint, and The following persons are designated as appro-
that there is no perception by the parties priate officers and are empowered to act in
that s/he has a conflict of interest or bias. accordance with Ordinance 1999/14 in relation
to students’ complaints within their area of
x. If the person in authority does not believe
responsibility:
s/he can handle the complaint in an impar-
tial way, s/he will exclude themselves from • President
the process, and refer the matter to his/her • Deputy President
supervisor. • Senior Vice Presidents
• Vice presidents S TA G E 3 : C O M P L A I N T TO THE REGISTRAR

• Deans AND COUNCIL
• Heads of School/Departments
If the student is not satisfied with the response
• University Librarian by the Appropriate Officer, s/he may submit the
• Directors (Administrative) complaint to the Registrar who will investigate
• Assistant Registrars the matter.
• Resident Managers
• Any person acting in the above capacity. If the student is not satisfied with the outcome,
• Any other person so designated by the s/he may appeal to the Council through the
Registrar of the University. Registrar.
PROCEDURE FOR MAKING A COMPLAINT The Council will deal with the complaint as it
sees fit. The Council’s decision is final.
A record must be kept of all actions taken to
resolve a complaint at each stage of the The procedure for making a complaint is sum-
process and should be recorded on the Student marised in Appendix I: Procedures for making a
Complaint form in instances where the matter Complaint: A Summary for Students (Page 177).
is being referred to the Registrar.
SOME POSSIBLE OUTCOMES OF A
S TA G E 1 : D I R E C T A P P R O A C H
STUDENT COMPLAINT
If a student has a complaint and feels comfort-
i. Through the resolution process, the stu-
able to approach the individual who is directly
dent gains a better understanding of the
responsible for the situation, s/he may do so. If
situation so that his/her concerns are
s/he is satisfied with the response, no further
addressed.
action will be taken.
ii. A mutually acceptable resolution is
S TA G E 2 : C O M P L A I N T TO A P P R O P R I AT E reached through conciliation or mediation.
OFFICER
iii. The student receives an apology, and/or
If the student is not satisfied with the response the issue or behaviour that was the basis of
or feels that s/he cannot approach the individ- his/her complaint is modified.
ual directly, s/he should raise his/her complaint iv. In some cases, the complaint cannot be
with the Appropriate Officer concerned. substantiated and no further action will
result.
If the student is satisfied with the response no
further action will be taken. v. In more serious cases, the University’s
formal disciplinary processes will be which was the basis of the complaint, and out-
invoked. Any disciplinary action will be comes will be applied consistently across the
undertaken in accordance with the University.
processes prescribed in relevant Industrial
D O C U M E N TAT I O N
Agreements (for staff ) or Ordinance
1999/14 (for students). Formal warnings All documentation relating to complaints will
about inappropriate behaviour are a com- be kept strictly confidential and will not be
mon outcome in the first instance, unless accessible to anyone who is not directly
the behaviour is of a very serious nature involved in handling the complaint. Any mate-
(for example, involving repeated incidents rial about the outcome of the complaint will be
of inappropriate behaviour or serious placed on the appropriate student’s file.
breaches of the University’s Regulations,
Policies, etc.). The most serious breaches R E L AT I O N S H I P TO OTHER UTECH
may result in expulsion (for students) or POLICIES
dismissal (for staff ). This policy does not over-ride the established
N O T I F I C AT I O N OF OUTCOME administrative or appeal procedures which
would normally be followed in relation to aca-
Students will receive written advice of the out- demic matters; e.g., appeals against assessment
come of their complaint. The outcome will be in grades, exclusion, etc.
keeping with the seriousness of the incident,
SECTION D
F E E PAY M E N T
R E G I S T R AT I O N & E N R O L M E N T
F E E PAY M E N T
F E E PAY M E N T Personal Cheques are not accepted by the

University.
The University of Technology Jamaica, Finance
and Business Services Division has approved a NO cash payment of tuition fees will be
fee payment guide and enrolment procedures permitted at Accounts Receivable.
for students attending the Institution. Students
are therefore required to comply with the rules PAY M E N T AT EXTERNAL SITES
stipulated in this guide which is subjected to

For N.C.B customers ONLY payments in local
change without notice.
currency can be made to
The pre-enrolment process involves paying fees • The e-banking facility at www.jncb.com
and completing the registration process as • Telemidas 1 888 NCB FIRST (1 888 622
approved by the University Registrar. 3477)
PAY M E N T AT U T E C H A C C O U N T S Other Payment Locations include:

R E C E I VA B L E • Paymaster offices island-wide
The normal opening hours for the Accounts

• National Commercial Bank (NCB) branches
island wide
Receivable Unit at the UTech Papine campus
are: Your Student Identification number and
name should be clearly written on the
Monday–Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
lodgment slip.
Friday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Fees should be paid by cash, debit/credit card
Payment for tuition fees on campus can ONLY
or Manager’s Cheques at any of the above loca-
be made in the form of:
tions. Fees paid at the National Commercial
• Debit Card Bank or Paymaster offices will take at least two
• Credit Card (2) working days for payments to be cleared by
• Managers’ Cheque the Accounts Department. Financial clearance
75
F E E PAY M E N T
may exceed two working days during the peak National Commercial Bank (NCB), Matildas
season in particular registration period. Corner
• US$ Bank Account number 376089223
BANK PROCEDURE • Swift code JNCBJMKX
Students upon entering the bank should com- • Fax bank receipt of payment transaction to
the Student Receivable, at 970-2302.
plete a lodgment slip based on the currency on
the student fee breakdown. It is also important FEE STRUCTURE
that the student’s identification number, name,
The fees payable upon registration at the
amount and UTech’s Bank Account number are
beginning of the Academic Year are as follows:
clearly stated on the lodgment slip.
(a) Tuition
All fee payments at the National Commercial
Bank (NCB) must be lodged to UTech’s bank (b) Examination
account as stated below. (c) Ancillary (non-refundable)
• Students’ Union
ACCOUNT NUMBER
• Health
• Jamaican Dollar deposit – 371360247
• Student Welfare Fund
• US Dollar deposit – 376089223
• Registration
PAY M A S T E R P R O C E D U R E • JamCopy Tariff
• Health/Personal Accident Insurance
Students are required to indicate the following
(non-refundable)
to the teller at any of the Paymaster offices
• All students (full time, part-time, repeat,
island-wide:
etc.) are required to pay all the fee compo-
• Student Identification Number nents outlined above. In addition, some
• Student Name Schools/Courses of Study may have other
• Payment amount prescribed fees for particular activities.
• Recipients of loans from the Students’ Loan
Verify that the details printed on the receipt
Bureau (SLB) are required to settle, prior to
correspond. (UTech Bank Account number is
registration – all fees that are not covered
NOT required)
by the SLB. The SLB covers tuition and
PAY I N G FEESOVERSEAS VIA TRANSFER assessment fees only.
FUNDS TO UTECH BANK ACCOUNT • Full/Partial Scholarship students must first
report to the Finance & Business Services
• Transfer of funds should be made to the Division (Scholarship), with the commit-
F E E PAY M E N T
ment letter received from the sponsoring • Proceed with registration steps outlined
organization, for verification and approval. online.
Your commitment fee of $9,500.00, paid to

PAY M E N T P L A N secure your place at UTech, represents your
NEW STUDENTS ancillary fee and should be subtracted from
your invoice viewed online.
The University introduces new segments of its
semesterisation system for the academic year New Students will not be permitted to make
2009/10 – arrangements that will allow new part payments on modules selected as per
students entering in Year 1 to select modules semester.
and class times online using UTech’s webpage
www.utechjamaica.edu.jm. The tuition fee is RETURNING STUDENTS
based on modules students will undertake dur-
UTech has developed a Flexible Payment Plan
ing the academic year and, along with examina-
which only applies to returning students. The
tions fees is to be paid per semester. Ancillary
conditions that apply are detailed on the fee
fees are paid yearly.
breakdown. The payment options applicable
The tuition fee that you pay as a Year 1 student are as follows:
is calculated as an average of all the modules
Option A: “Payment in full” (at the beginning of
that you will do in a given academic year. Some
a course of study)
modules will have more inputs than others and
will therefore cost more or less. The cost per This represents the lowest cost to the student.
credit differs across Faculties/Schools and is Fees are paid in full at the start of each year of
arrived at on a credit average which includes the Course of Study.
the University General Education modules. With
the average there is a leveling of the cost across Option B: “Payment by Semester”
the board. This Option requires that payments are made
Procedures applicable to new students for gen- prior to the start of each semester and is more
erating their invoices are as follows: costly than Option A.
• Select modules to be pursued at the N.B. * Students are urged, therefore, to

beginning of each semester review the options available and decide on
• Print invoice for modules selection the most suitable plan. ( *The names of the
• Pay in full at any location outlined above students who fail to comply with payment
F E E PAY M E N T
agreement as per registration will be published F I N A N C I A L C L E A R A N C E R E G I S T R AT I O N

and sent to an external debt collector. )
Effective August 2009 students will not be
required to visit campus for “Financial Clear-
P E N A LT I E S FOR NON-COMPLIANCE
ance”. The Students Receivable Unit in conjunc-
• A Student will be deemed to be in arrears
tion with the Enterprise Application Systems
if:
(EAS) Department, will be downloading data as
– fees from previous years are unpaid
per payment agencies and uploading informa-
(not normally be allowed to register)
tion to student accounts in accordance with
– an expected payment is not received payment records received to facilitate auto-
on or before the due date, or mated financial clearance for each student. Stu-
– any late fees or miscellaneous fees dents should refer to the online Registration
are unpaid. Guide, which gives the steps and procedures
• Students who are in arrears will not be for completing all steps for enrollment.
afforded normal student privileges, includ-
ing access to the library. Any problems relating to financial clearance
should be transmitted to email address recac-
• Students who are in arrears will be deregis-
counts@utech.edu, The Receivables Depart-
tered.
ment will be sending emails to your student
• Students who are in arrears will not be
portal, to inform you of your registration status.
allowed to sit Semester Exams.
• Individuals attending class who have not STUDENT LOAN BUREAU (SLB)
registered or have been deregistered are
not students and will be asked to leave the Students using the Student Loan Bureau
classroom. scheme for the payment of tuition fees will be
granted financial clearance for Semester 1
• Students whose payments are late will be
charged a late fee of $2,000 per month. only, once the loan has been approved and
communication has been sent to the University
• Delinquent persons will not be eligible for
electronically by the Student Loan Bureau. Stu-
Option B for the remainder of the duration
dent should therefore ensure that they:
of their course of study. (Fees must ,there-
fore, be paid in full upon registration) • follow up with SLB and ensure that all
• Students who have been deregistered are guarantors’ documents have been
liable for the amount in arrears and no submitted
amounts will be refunded. • pay all Miscellaneous fees for enrolment
F E E PAY M E N T
• ensure that fees are paid to the University lined by the Admissions Office cannot be
by the Student Loan Bureau. completed unless the prerequisite fees have
been paid and financial clearance approval
SCHOLARSHIP/SPONSORSHIP
given electronically based on invoice and
Recipients of scholarship or sponsorships payment agreement.
should ensure that all commitment letters have S T U D E N T D ATA
been approved and submitted to the Division
of Finance & Business Services prior to the reg- It is the responsibility of the student to ensure
istration period. In addition, all ancillary and that EAS, and, where applicable, the Accounts
miscellaneous fees should be paid. This will Department and the Financial Aid Office have
allow a smooth update of student records and current telephone numbers and or e-mail
facilitate the automated financial clearance addresses. Any correction to your data must be
within two working days. done online before completing the enrolment
procedure. It is the responsibility of the student
All scholarship/sponsorship bodies should to check e: Vision and their mailboxes periodi-
forward all payments by September 25, cally, especially prior to payment deadlines and
2009. Students should also ensure that the the deadline for the issue of exam cards.
sponsors remitting funds comply with the
stipulated deadlines. REFUND PROCESS
Students who have overpaid on their account

GOVERNMENT OF JAMAICA SPECIAL
are required to submit receipts and invoice at
LOAN FUND – UWI AND COMMUNIT Y
the Accounts Receivable unit to initiate the
CREDIT UNION
process of refund. Cheques will normally be
Loans are available to full-time students under available within 10 working days from the date
the Government of Jamaica Student Loan of receipt of refund request.
Scheme, which assists students with the pay-
*Refund to students who have received schol-
ment of tuition fees. This may be of particular
arship, grants, students’ loan or any other finan-
help to unsuccessful SLB applicants and stu-
cial assistance will not be processed until the
dents who are unable to access loans at other
funds have been received by the University.
institutions. Interested applicants can contact
the UWI (Mona) & Community Co-op. Credit EXEMPTIONS
Union (UTech) Branch for details.
Students who have received approval for
*Please note that the enrolment steps out- exemption on modules from the University’s
F E E PAY M E N T
Academic Board will not be given a refund. students prior to the beginning of each pro-
gramme, based on the number of students
R E - D O R E G I S T R AT I O N ( R E T U R N I N G who have indicated their intention to enroll.
STUDENTS) Normally, these expenses are not subject to
change at short notice. Students who cancel
Students who have failed modules during the their enrolment prior to the beginning of the
course of the academic year and wish to redo programme or withdraw during the Semester/
these modules; given that they are being Summer Session may deprive others of the
offered during the semester, will be required to opportunity to gain entry for the particular
follow the steps below: Year/Summer Session or may create vacancies
• Complete “Redo” form in triplicate and that cannot be filled.
obtain the signature of the Dean of Fac-
ulty/Head of School/ Programme Director If a student needs to cancel his/her enrolment
to register for modules or withdraw from the University, he or she must
• Proceed to the Admissions Office to give written notice to the Registrar’s Office.
process and enter modules on diet and Informing a faculty member of non-attendance
create invoice at classes, or withdrawal, does not constitute
• Proceed to Accounts Receivable to pay official notification or approval. Written
amount indicated on invoice(part pay- approval from the Registrar is required in order
ment is not allowed) for a refund to be considered under the Univer-
The cost associated with redo is charged on a sity Refund Policy. Students desirous of with-
per credit per module basis. drawing are required to complete a “Faculty
Student Academic Affairs Committee Request”
Students who have submitted forms for pro- form and submit it to the Registrar’s Office.
cessing to the Admissions Office and who are
absent from an exam and/or who fail to pay Any student who withdraws from a programme
fees as stipulated, are liable to all redo fees as without obtaining permission from the Aca-
stated on their account and will be awarded a demic Board will be deemed to have aban-
failing grade for that module. doned his/her studentship and will be subject
to the University’s formal re-admission process.
FEE REFUND POLICY – (IN CASES OF Fees outstanding for the year of withdrawal or
W I T H D R AWA L / L E AV E O F A B S E N C E ) leave of absence must be settled before read-
mission is granted. Any refund of fees will be in
The University of Technology, Jamaica projects accordance with the Fee Refund Policy outlined
expenses for the provision of services to
F E E PAY M E N T
herein. Requests for refunds outside of the trative fees, and not upon the amount paid.
stipulated schedule will not be entertained. Refund payments are made by cheque in the
name of the student, unless he or she directs
The date on which the withdrawal request is
otherwise.
received at the Registrar’s Office will be used as
the withdrawal date for computing any refund. A student who is expelled or suspended will
Requests by mail will be dated according to the not be entitled to any fee refund. Students who
postmark. The Finance and Business Services write to the University Registrar and are
Office refunds tuition fees within six weeks, granted permission to withdraw from a pro-
provided that all information and documents gramme or who are granted Leave of Absence,
have been submitted. Refunds are based on the receive a refund of tuition and examination
assessment of charges incurred, e.g., adminis- fees according to the Schedule outlined below.
Tuition, Accommodation and Examination Refund Payment Schedule
Date of Submission of Request to Office % of Fees Refundable

of the Registrar (less charges incurred)
Programmes beginning at the start of the Academic

year (full-time & part-time):
1–2 weeks from commencement of classes 90% of Tuition & Exam
Beyond 5 weeks *No refund
New Students, Summer Session Students, Students in Courses of Study Lasting Less than 15 Weeks
Within 1 week from commencement of classes 90% of Tuition & Exam

Beyond 3 weeks *No refund
* Student is liable for all outstanding fees.
Note: Students who have part paid fees and have applied for withdrawal with permission, after the
specified deadlines outlined above, will not be entitled to a refund and will be required to pay the
fees due before they resume their course of study.
F E E PAY M E N T
F R E Q U E N T LY A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S Ques: If my sponsor commits to paying more

R E G A R D I N G F E E PAY M E N T than my fees, how early will UTech give
me a refund?
Ques: Will payments at NCB, Paymaster or Ans: Refunds will not be processed from a
UTech allow for Financial Clearance Letter of Commitment, but upon the
immediately? University receiving payment from the
Ans: No, all payment transactions require sponsor and the sponsor’s authorisation
at least 2 clear workings days to be for UTech to make the refund payable to
processing. the student.
Ques: How will UTech treat excess funds Ques: If I pay my fees to register and then am
received from the Students’ Loan approved for a SLB loan during the year,
Bureau? when will I receive a refund?
Ans: The Students’ Loan Bureau is committed Ans: A student can only be refunded his/her
to paying Tuition and Exam fees only. All portion when SLB remits payment to the
excess funds received must be returned University.
to the Bureau. Ques: I paid my fees in full but no modules are
Ques: What will happen if the Students’ Loan printed on my exam card. Will I be
Bureau remits my loan short? allowed to write the exams?
Ans: The student will have to pay the differ- Ans: No. It is the responsibility of the student
ence or apply to the Students’ Loan to check e:Vision to ensure that the
Bureau for reassessment. modules registered for are on his/her
diet. Missing modules must be reported
Ques: If I register with a Letter of Commitment
to the Admissions Office, and not to the
for a scholarship, can I make payment at
Accounts Department.
the National Commercial Bank upon
receiving the cheque from my sponsor? Ques: If I failed a prerequisite module in Year 1,
why do I have to pay the full fees for Year
Ans: No. All cheques originating from a Letter
2 even though I am not allowed to do
of Commitment must be received at the
the more advanced module until I have
Finance & Business Service Office (Schol-
passed the prerequisite module?
arship Office), so that both sponsor and
student accounts can be updated Ans: Once you pay the full fee, you will not be
accordingly. required to pay extra for the failed mod-
ule when you qualify to take it.
F E E PAY M E N T
Ques: If my Loan is approved by the Students’ Ques: What if I only need the ‘Grant-In-Aid’ and
Loan Bureau and having completed all not the Loan?
the necessary processes at the Bureau, Ans: The Grant-In-Aid is approved for stu-
will UTech ensure that the Bureau remits dents deemed needy by the Students’
payment on my behalf? Loan Bureau and, as such, students who
Ans: No. It is the sole responsibility of the stu- do not need the Loan will not be given
dent to ensure that the Students’ Loan the Grant-In-Aid.
Bureau remits payment to the Univer- Ques: What will happen if I receive a full schol-
sity. Students can either check with arship after being approved for the
Accounts Receivable, through the Stu- Students’ Loan and Grant-In-Aid?
dents’ Portal on e:Vision, or with the Stu-
Ans: The University will notify the Students’
dents Loan Bureau to verify that this has
Loan Bureau immediately and return
been done.
both the Loan and the Grant-In-Aid.
Ques: How will I know the actual payment that
Ques: If my account is in arrears, will UTech
the Students’ Loan Bureau remits to the
give me the opportunity to write my
University?
final exams?
Ans: All students whose fees are paid by the
Ans: All accounts should be financially
Students’ Loan Bureau must collect their
cleared as specified by the Finance
SLB receipts at Accounts Receivable
Department in order to sit the final
each semester as soon as they are
exam.
available.
Ques: If I registered on a plan and decide that I
Ques: If the Students’ Loan Bureau (SLB) pays
need to change my option, can this be
my fees, will I be awarded the ‘Grant- In-
done?
Aid’?
Ans: No, once you have paid your fees you are
Ans: The Students’ Loan Bureau awards
locked into that plan.
‘Grant-In-Aid’ to students after evaluat-
ing their applications. However, students Ques: If I make payment at the National Com-
should check with SLB, the Students’ mercial Bank or Paymaster and either
Receivable Unit in the Finance and Busi- agency remits the payment to UTECH 24
nesses Services Division and the Notice hours after the midnight of the due
Boards on campus to see if they were date, will I have to pay the $2,000.00
approved for same. late fee?
F E E PAY M E N T
Ans: UTech will not penalize you if the pay- Ans: The “Fee Breakdown” and receipts must
ment to our collecting agencies was be copied and the copies taken to the
made to them on time yet they remitted Accounts Department. It will take a mini-
it to us late. The late remittance will be a mum of 10 working days after the docu-
matter between the University and the ments are submitted before a cheque is
collecting agency. prepared in the student’s name.
Ques: If I register for a Re-do but did not write Ques: Will I be allowed to register for a new
the exam as I was unable to pay for the academic year with a balance outstand-
Re-do, will I have to pay the outstanding ing?
fee before registering for another school Ans: All outstanding balances must be set-
year? tled before a student is given financial
Ans: If a student registers for a module by clearance for a new academic year.
submitting the completed Re-do forms Ques: If I already have an insurance/health
to the Admissions Office for processing card, am I still required to pay the
and is absent from the examination amount which is on the “Fee Break-
without permission, a failing grade will down”?
be awarded and he/she will be liable for
Ans: Yes, No student is exempted from this
the associated charges. (See “Notice to
fee.
Students Registering for Re-do” on the
reverse of the “Re-do Registration” form.) Ques: If I receive exemption for a certain num-
ber of modules will there be a reduction
Ques: If I registered and paid my Re-do fees
in my tuition fees?
but did not write the exams, can I
request a refund of my payment or can Ans: No. Students are not entitled to a reduc-
the payment be deferred to another tion in their fees if they have received
school year? exemptions.
Ans: The student should write to the Stu- Ques: If I am sponsored by SLB do I still have to
dents Relation Office and the Faculty so pay to register?
that the case can be examined and a Ans: Yes. Students are required to pay the
decision taken by the Faculty Board. auxiliary fees as SLB is responsible for
Ques: If I have overpaid on my fees, what is the tuition and examination fees only.
procedure for the funds to be returned Ques: Will I be allowed to do part-payment for
and how long would it take? re-do?
F E E PAY M E N T
Ans: No, Only full payments are acceptable. indication to the University that a
Ques: After I have received my fee breakdown prospective student is seriously consid-
and made the necessary payments, am I ering pursuing studies. This fee repre-
registered? sents the ancillary charges of your
school fee.
Ans: No. students are not registered until
they have completed the registration Ques: What is the procedure to register for
process online. re-do?
Ques: If my package is not ready and I need Ans: To register for re-do, students should get
the fee breakdown to take to a financial the “Re-do” forms from their respective
institution for assistance, what can I do? Faculty, complete, seek approval from
the authorized Faculty officer, proceed
Ans: The student can request a letter from
to the Admissions Office for a fee
the Accounts Department stating the
breakdown, and then to Accounts for
fees. This will take a minimum of three
payment.
(3) working days.
Ques: How do you pay to “top-up” printing
Ques: If I am partially sponsored, can I do
quota at SCIT, CSA, and SBLM for print
part-payment on the balance?
credit?
Ans: Student are required to act according to
Ans: Pay at Accounts Department, present
payment plan selected on registration.
your ID and state the amount of pages
Ques: Will I be allowed to register with a you intend to buy. Proceed to the
Commitment Letter? respective lab with receipt.
Ans: Once the letter is approved by the Ques: I paid to top up my printing quota but
Finance Office or Financial Aid Office, was informed at the lab that they are
you will be allowed to register. out of paper. Can I receive a refund of
Ques: Can we pay our fees in US$ if it is quoted my payment?
in JA$? Ans: The designated personnel at the lab
Ans: If tuition and accommodation fees are must immediately sign and stamp the
quoted in JA$ or US$, the payment must back of the receipt requesting that
be in the respective currency. refund be made to student. Receipts not
submitted on the same day will be paid
Ques: Why do we pay a Commitment Fee?
by cheque, with a minimum of 10 work-
Ans: Payment of the Commitment Fee is an ing days.
F E E PAY M E N T
Ques: If my Identification card is lost what Ans: We prefer to have that fee paid at the
should be done to get another? Accounts Department.
Ans: Report immediately to the Admissions Ques: Can we make part payment for
Office which will investigate. Accommodation?
Ques: What are the different methods of Ans: Accommodation fee breakdown is
payment at UTech? quoted per semester so you pay per
Ans: Payments can be made using semester. Part payment is not allowed.
debit/credit card, Manager’s Cheque Ques: Can I get an official statement of my
(payable to the University of Technology, account balance?
Jamaica) or cash, for miscellaneous Ans: Students are required to ask the
transactions. Students Receivable section for a letter
Ques: Can Re-do be paid for at Paymaster or stating the account balance. This usually
the Bank? takes at least three (3) working days or
students can visit the Student Portal.
R E G I S T R AT I O N A N D E N R O L M E N T
REGISTERED STUDENT – DEFINITION DEFERRALS
A student will be considered “registered” when Applicants offered admission to the University
may request a deferral of their registration for a
all the following conditions have been met:
period of one year as stipulated in Regulation 3.
1. Accepted the offer of admission and paid Requests for deferral should be done in writing
the commitment fee by the stipulated to the Registrar and copied to tile Head of
date; School/Department before the beginning of
2. Paid other fees and charges prescribed by the instructional period in which the course of
the University by the stipulated date; study would normally commence.
Applicants who have been granted deferrals will
3. Signed a declaration form to abide by the
be guaranteed places for the next academic
regulations of the University.
year, in the course of study for which the origi-
ENROLMENT nal offer was made, only if there are no changes
to the matriculation requirements. A new appli-
Enrolment is the process by which registered
cation will be required if there have been
students select and confirm modules and/or changes to the matriculation requirements.
class times specific to their courses of study, in
Two months prior to the expiry of the deferral
conjunction with their academic advisor. Upon
period, applicants will be contacted in writing
completion of selection and confirmation of by the Admissions Office to determine their
modules students are required to collect their intention to take up the offer so that appropri-
identification cards. ate preparations can be made.
Enrolment allows students to attend lectures, Note: Applicants who were granted deferrals
tutorials and sit examinations. must complete the “Application for Read-
mission” form.
ENROLMENT PERIODS
W I T H D R AWA L
All students, including those with repeat status
Enrolled students who are unable to com-
who intend to do re-do exams during the aca-
mence their studies must notify the Registrar in
demic year, are required to enrol online with
writing, copied to their Head of School/Depart-
the University. (Please see “Significant Dates” for ment and the Admissions Officer.
periods).
Refunds will be made in accordance with the
Refund Policy, pages 80–81.
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SECTION E
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
E X A M I N AT I O N S
E X C E L L E N C E T H R O U G H K N O W L E D G E
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
(ALSO SEE U N D E R G R A D U AT E S T U D E N T C H A R T E R )
As an academic community, the University

seeks to establish and maintain an environ-
Regulations by failing to conduct themselves in
an acceptable manner or by violating the rights
ment conducive to effective teaching, learning of others, or by damaging University property,
and research. This requires the co-operation of or by being found guilty of breaching the
all members of the community to ensure aca- Regulations in another way may be asked to
demic and intellectual freedom and maintain discontinue their studies.
the highest standards in teaching, learning,
research, evaluation and personal integrity.
C L A S S AT T E N D A N C E
In addition to being bound by the policies, laws
Consistent class attendance will ensure you the
and regulations of the University, registered
best opportunity for optimum academic per-
students are also bound by the specific Regula-
formance. Absence from laboratory/practical
tions of the programme in which they are
classes and/or courses where class work con-
enrolled. They are expected, therefore, to famil-
tributes to the final grade will have a negative
iarise themselves with these Regulations.
impact on your student achievement. Faculty-
The University is a public institution that pro- specific requirements exist for some pro-
vides educational opportunities to a large stu- grammes.
dent body and serves a wide variety of interest
groups. Thus, it is important for the institution DRESS CODE
to have a set of rules to govern the interaction
of students, faculty and the wider University Students are expected to follow acceptable
community. Acceptable standards of student standards of dress and proper grooming.
conduct are based on common sense and
Some courses require the wearing of specific
common courtesy.
clothing for sanitation and safety reasons and
Students who breach the University or Faculty students must dress accordingly.
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In addition to regular coursework – that is, tests Students who identify conflicts, e.g., missing
and assignments forming an integral part of exam modules and module code anomalies in
the University’s overall evaluation require- their examination schedules, should report
ments, official examinations are held during them immediately to their Faculty/School Exam
specified times throughout the academic year. Coordinator for resolution.
Generally, the official examinations and their The draft timetable is subject to change and
schedules are as follows: should not be used to make pre-arranged plans
concerning the final exam dates.
1. Final Examinations:
Semester 1 – December E X A M I N AT I O N C L A S H E S
Semester 2 – April/May
1. The onus is on students to view the
Summer Session – August
examination timetable when it becomes
2. R e-do Examinations normally held in: available.
• April/May for courses delivered in
2. All clashes should be immediately
Semester 1
reported to the Examination’s Coordinator
• July for courses delivered in Semesters 1
within the College/Faculty/School.
and 2
• December for courses delivered in the 3. All clashes should be reported at least
Summer Session seven (7) days prior to the start of exami-

nations.
3. Professional examinations:
4. In the event that the clashes are unre-
These are normally held outside of the above
solved, the student will be directed to the
periods.
“Clash-room” by the College/ Faculty/
School Exam Coordinator.
E X A M I N AT I O N T I M E TA B L E
5. Students will only be allowed to leave the
The examination timetable can be viewed on
“Clash-room” if accompanied by an invigi-
the University Examinations Notice Board and
lator or any such person designated by the
on e:Vision (PERSONALIZED TIMETABLE). Publi-
University. Cellular phones are not allowed
cation dates are in the “Significant Dates”
in the clash-room.
section of this Handbook (page 8).
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POLICY ON “THE RESCHEDULING OF each examination module to be taken

E X A M I N AT I O N S F O R S T U D E N T S R E P R E - and submit to the Director of Sport/Pro-
SENTING THE UNIVERSITY DURING gramme Director.
S C H E D U L E D E X A M I N AT I O N S E S S I O N S ” • Return form to the Director of Sport/Pro-
gramme Director. This should be done at
PURPOSE least three weeks prior to the start of the
scheduled examination period as
This policy is intended for an enrolled student
published in the Student Handbook.
who wishes to apply for the rescheduling of
examinations if he/she is unable to sit the Director of Sport/Programme Director
scheduled final examination due to the
Upon receipt of appropriate documentation
following:
from the student, the Director of Sport/
• The student will be representing the Programme Director will be required to:
University on approved activities
• Prepare a memorandum requesting
• The student will be involved in activities of
the rescheduling of the examinations,
statutory and national importance, e.g.,
along with supporting documentation,
jury duty, special mission and national
including:
emergencies
– Names of students
• Emergencies or other situations where
rescheduling may be required will be dealt – Activity
with at the Faculty level. – Period within which student will be
away from the University
Appropriate documentation indicating the
service/duty must be submitted to the Office of – Modules to be rescheduled.
the Registrar for approval. Prior approval from Submit above to the Office of the Registrar. This
the University is required before an examina- should be done three weeks prior to the start
tion is rescheduled. of the scheduled examination period as
published in the Student Handbook.
PROCEDURAL RULES
Student University Registrar
Advanced rescheduling of examinations will be

• Upon receiving request from the Director
of Sport/Programme Director, if approved,
allowed only under the procedures noted
the University Registrar sends appropriate
below:
documentation to the University Examina-
• The student must complete and sign an tions Centre, Dean and Head of School.
“Examination Reschedule” Form stating • Informs student of decision.
Faculty/School • Redo fees will be applicable, if the student

• The Dean will review and sign the “Exami- fails to show for the rescheduled examina-
nation Reschedule” form and Head of tion without a medical or because of other
School will inform the Lecturer/s to set mitigating circumstances.
paper. • Students should not do more than two (2)
• Lecturer/s will be required to prepare examinations in any given day.
examination question papers for such • The rescheduled examinations should be
student/s within the specified period. held within two weeks after the scheduled
• Lecturer/s submits examination paper/s to examinations.
School Examination Coordinator. • Changes to the final examination schedule
• Faculty submits examination paper to the must be authorized by the V.P. Student
University Examination Centre by the end Services & Registrar.
of the final week of the scheduled exami- CONCLUSION
nation period.
The University encourages students’ participa-
University Examinations Centre
tion in a variety of competitive and recreational
• Upon receiving examination paper from sporting activities, seeks to facilitate holistic
College/Faculty/School, the University development of the students, and is committed
Examinations Centre will indicate the
to providing support for students to succeed
rescheduled date, time, and venue of the
academically.
examination/s, in consultation with the
College/Faculty/School RESCHEDULING OF EXAMS UNDER OTHER
• Conduct examinations. C I R C U M S TA N C E S
PREREQUISITES The University will not normally reschedule

• All questions regarding rescheduling of exams under other circumstances. Affected
examinations should be directed to the students are encouraged to write exams at the
University Examinations Centre. next available sitting, subject to the approval of
• Examinations will not be rescheduled to an the Registrar.
earlier date of the scheduled examination
R E G I S T R AT I O N ON MODULES
as published in the Student Handbook.
• Failure of the student to show for the Students should ensure that they are correctly
rescheduled examination without a med- registered on all modules for which they are
ical or because of other mitigating circum- attending lectures by checking e:Vision. Failure
stances, will automatically assign a zero to
to do so may result in such students being dis-
the exam assessment.
allowed from writing examinations for modules ABSENCE FROM E X A M I N AT I O N S

for which they might think they are registered.
A candidate who is unable to write a final
examination/module assessment because of ill-
E X A M I N AT I O N C A R D S
ness is required to submit a medical certificate
Examination cards are colour-coded for easy to the Registrar, through the University’s Health
identification and security purposes. Students Services Administrator. The medical certificate
should collect exam cards from the University may be obtained from:
Exams Centre/Main Administration Building,
i. a medical practitioner at UTech Medical
according to schedule, in the week(s) preceding
Centre OR
the start of the examination period.
ii. your medical practitioner.
Dates for collecting cards are in the “Significant
You must ask him/her to send a confidential
Dates” section of this booklet and will be
medical report on the designated form to:
posted in College, Faculties and Schools. A fine
of $700 is charged for late collection. Medical Practitioner
UTech Medical Centre
Students with outstanding financial obligation
so that your case may be considered by the
to the University will not be issued exam cards
Registrar.
and will not be allowed to write final examina-
tions without clearing their obligation or Designated forms may be collected at the
obtaining approval from the Finance Office. UTech Medical Centre or downloaded from
e:Vision and UTech’s website.
Lost or misplaced examination cards can be
replaced by paying a fee of $200 to Accounts Please note that the University reserves the
Receivable. Upon payment of this fee and right to request an examination by its medical
submission of the receipt to the Examinations practitioner.
Centre, a new card will be issued. The medical certificate should be presented to
the Registrar within five working days of the
E X A M I N AT I O N R E C E I P T S missed examination. Certificates received
outside of this period will NOT be considered.
An examination receipt is issued to a student
upon his/her submission of an examination It is important, therefore, that you visit the
script, or other piece of work/assessment, given UTech Medical Centre or private practiti-
by a lecturer that will contribute to a module oner immediately following your missed
grade. examination.
MEDICAL CERTIFICATES WHICH SIMPLY STATE: tion Grades”). In the case of a graduate, he/she
“Mr/Miss X was unfit for work on ‘x’ days” are should be offered the lowest grade that will not
NOT acceptable. Please bring this to the atten- result in a lowering of the class of award
tion of your doctor. earned.
Note: E X A M I N AT I O N G R A D E R E V I E W
1. A waiver of examination fees is NOT A review may be obtained only if there were
automatic. extenuating circumstances not known to the
2. Students who absent themselves from a examiners or evidence of irregularities in the
final examination without a valid reason conduct of the examinations (for procedures,
will receive a failing grade. see No. 15, “Other Frequently Asked Questions”
3. If there are circumstances, such as illness, on page 169).
which may affect the student’s perform- R E - D O E X A M I N AT I O N P O L I C Y AND
ance in an examination and the student PROCEDURES
chooses to write the examination, he/she
cannot normally appeal the results. The Re-do Policy is summarized on page 162.
O F F I C I A L N O T I F I C AT I O N OF R E G I S T R AT I O N F O R R E - D O
E X A M I N AT I O N R E S U LT S E X A M I N AT I O N S
Students can obtain their official progress It is the responsibility of each student to note
reports from their Faculty/School. Progress the specific closing dates for registration and
Reports are issued at the end of semesters, re-do examinations. The onus is on the student
Summer Sessions and July re-do examinations. to complete and submit the required registra-
Students may also access results and Progress tion forms and pay the required fees. The regis-
Reports via the e:Vision and the Student Portal. tration date can be found in the “Significant
Dates” section of this Handbook.
L O S T E X A M I N AT I O N G R A D E S
E X T E R N A L E X A M I N AT I O N S
If a lecturer cannot produce a grade for an
examination done by a student and the course- The University has always maintained close ties
work was passed, the student should be offered with overseas examination bodies. The exami-
a passing grade or the opportunity to Re-do nations of some professional groups in Jamaica
the examination with tutorial assistance, if nec- are administered in collaboration with overseas
essary, at no cost (See policy on “Lost Examina- examining bodies.
Some students are also qualified to sit these laid down in the Ordinance and Regula-
overseas examinations, and it is the policy of tions, and paid the prescribed fee or made
the University to accommodate them when- alternative arrangements with the Office of
ever possible. Finance, Business and ICT Services. It is
your responsibility to note the specific
E X T E R N A L LY - M O D E R AT E D E X A M I N AT I O N S
closing dates for registration for all Univer-
In the case of externally-moderated examina- sity Examinations. The onus is on you to
tions, the question papers and answer scripts complete and submit the required entry
are referred to competent professional persons forms and to pay the required examination
outside the University who act as external fee.
examiners/moderators, in keeping with the pol- 2. You are required to be present in the
icy of the University to maintain quality and Examination Room fifteen (15) minutes
acceptable academic standards. before the scheduled start time.
COMPLETION OF INSTRUCTOR/COURSE 3. You will not be admitted to an examina-

E VA L U AT I O N F O R M tion later than thirty (30) minutes after it
has commenced, except with the permis-
Two weeks before the end of each semester, sion of the Registrar’s Office.
each class will be asked to complete instruc-
4. You must remain silent at all times during
tor/course evaluation forms during class time.
the period you are in the Examination
These should be returned to the class represen-
Room, unless permitted to speak by an
tative immediately.
invigilator. You must not attempt to com-
The responses will be analysed and the results municate by any means with another
may have implications for both course delivery candidate.
and content. 5. Borrowing or lending of material or
PROJECT ASSESSMENTS equipment is not permitted.
6. Jackets, handbags, books, pencil cases,
Students should observe their Faculty dead-
calculator cases, programmable calcula-
lines for submission of projects.
tors, electronic organizers, Walkmans or
I N S T R U C T I O N S F O R C A N D I D AT E S TA K I N G other personal belongings and materials
E X A M I N AT I O N S are not permitted at your desk and should
be left in the designated area(s).
1. To be admitted to an examination you
should have complied with the conditions 7. The University will not accept responsibil-
ity for any personal belongings lost or alarms, must be switched off and placed in
misplaced at examination venues. the designated area prior to the start of
8. Weapons, including knives, guns, ice picks, exams.
blades, daggers, sticks, cutlasses are not 17. You should enter your UTech ID number,
allowed in exam venues. Where necessary, the title of the examination and the date
candidates should contact the consult- on the front page of the answer booklet.
ant/Director, Safety and Security. 18. Complete the Student Receipt form and
9. Cellular phones are not allowed in the return it to the invigilator. A copy will be
exam venues. returned to you. This will be the only proof
10. You will not be permitted to sit the exami- that you have submitted an examination
nation without a valid Examination Card script.
and a valid UTech Identification Card. 19. Do not pull answer the booklet/s apart. If
11. The Examination Card and valid UTech you do so, you will have all pieces taken
Identification Card must be prominently from you and given a new booklet in
displayed on your desk. which to restart the examination. NO
EXTRA TIME will be allowed for this.
12. Any handwritten information on the Exam-
Rough work calculations must be done in
ination Card, excepting date, time, venue
the answer booklet and a line drawn
and titles of examinations, will be consid-
through to indicate that it is not part of the
ered as intent to cheat and you will be
answer. You should not copy the questions
disqualified.
into your answer booklet. In the case of
13. All unauthorized materials, including blank multiple choice papers, rough work must
pieces of paper, are deemed in breach of be done in the space provided in the ques-
the Regulations governing academic tion booklet and under no circumstances
misconduct. on the answer sheet, unless the question
14. You may not smoke, eat or drink during the so directs.
examination. 20. If you require another answer booklet, or
15. Some schools provide calculators for any other assistance, you should raise your
students. Use of programmable ones and hand.
those not operationally quiet will not be 21. If you need to leave the room for any rea-
permitted. son, raise your hand. Only one candidate
16. All electronic equipment, such as watch will be permitted to leave the room at any
one time. Any candidate leaving the room, assessment are legible. The examiners may
to go to the bathroom for example, will be decide not to mark examination scripts or
accompanied by an invigilator. other work judged by them to be illegible.
22. Any candidate who is considered by an 26. If you are absent from the examination
invigilator to be disruptive during an without medical or other valid reason, you
examination may be required to withdraw will automatically fail.
from the examination. 27. You should not remove from an examina-
23. If you leave the examination room without tion room any answer booklet or material
permission, you will be considered to have provided for the examination. Invigilators
failed the examination and a report will be may/may not permit you to take away
submitted to the University Registrar. question paper from the examination
24. You may not leave the room during the room.
first or last 30 minutes of the examination. 28. Offences and sanctions for academic mis-
25. You should ensure that all your examina- conduct are detailed in the “Important
tion scripts and other work submitted for Regulations” section in Regulation 5, on
the Internet and on e:Vision.
SECTION F
SECURITY AND STUDENT LIFE
SECURITY
D I S P L AY O F I D E N T I F I C AT I O N C A R D S should be made and serial numbers recorded

FOR SECURITY PURPOSES at Front and Pedestrian Gates.
Security checks conducted on the campus Parking regulations are in force from 8 a.m. to 6
require that students display their ID cards p.m. Monday to Friday except in areas other-
when entering the campus and present them wise specified. However, vehicles parked on
for inspection on demand by security and lawns and sidewalks or blocking exit/ entrances
other authorized personnel. Students not in will be clamped. General parking is provided for
compliance will be denied access to the Univer- students on a first-come-first-served basis, so
sity campus, library, computer laboratories and individual spaces cannot be reserved.
other restricted areas. Vehicles exiting the Campus may be subject to
search.
S E C U R I T Y G AT E PA S S E S F O R
MOTOR VEHICLES SPEED LIMIT
The speed limit on campus is 25 kmph and
Security personnel stationed at the main
entrance to the University issue a laminated should be adhered to at all times. Students who
chit/pass to each motorist entering the cam- habitually violate the speed limit may have
pus. This chit must be returned when exiting. their privilege of driving on campus rescinded.
Any motorist who is unable to return the chit This is a learning institution and, as such, loud
will have to prove ownership of the vehicle and car noise/levels will be considered unaccept-
pay a $500 fine at Accounts Receivables in the able. The department has equipment to meas-
Administration Building. The opening hours are ure decibel levels and any vehicle exceeding
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. At other times, please contact the acceptable levels may be banned from the
the Security Supervisor on duty. Please do not campus.
leave the chit in your vehicle. Keep it on you
at all times. PA R K I N G V I O L AT I O N T I C K E T AND
CLAMPING
Declaration of all equipment, computer and
other peripherals or any other personal items A vehicle will be ticketed and clamped if:
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S E C U R I T Y
• it is parked in a space assigned to another secure all dorms. Students must not allow
category of user; other people to use their access cards.
• it is parked in a NO PARKING zone. Misuse of the system could result in a removal
of privileges. Rules and Regulations relating to
If your vehicle has been clamped before
visitors are posted on each dorm and SHOULD
4:00 p.m.:
BE OBEYED!
• take the parking violation ticket (issued in
triplicate) to Accounts Receivables on the H A L L V I S I TAT I O N P R O C E D U R E S
ground floor of the Administration Build- • Visiting hours are between 12 noon and 10
ing and pay the $500 fine p.m. daily.
• take copy of ticket with receipt number • Visitors are not allowed to overnight on
indicated thereon to the Security Post in the Halls of Residence
the Administration Building and the Traffic • Visitors are not allowed in the utility areas.
Warden will be contacted to have the vehi-
• The Resident Manager or the Resident
cle unclamped
Assistant reserves the right to ask any
• if fee is not paid by 4 p.m., payment can be visitor whose behavior is considered
made the next day from 8 a.m. and the inappropriate to vacate the Hall.
vehicle unclamped.
• Observation of quiet periods must be
adhered to, as outlined in the Resident
HALLS OF RESIDENCE
Students’ Handbook.
DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES R O O M V I S I TAT I O N
All students should be aware of rules governing • Students should not entertain visitors in
the Halls of Residence. Residents who do not their rooms without the consent of their
comply with the rules and regulations of the roommate.
Resident Students’ Handbook or the general • Visitors must be accompanied to and from
rules of the University will be subject to: the room by a resident.
• the University’s Disciplinary Procedures

• Room visiting hours are between 4 p.m. –
10 p.m. daily.
detailed in Ordinance 1999/14-Student
Discipline. HALLS OF RESIDENCE SWIPE CARD
• termination of boarding privileges at any REPLACEMENT
time.
If a student damages or loses his/her Halls of
DORM SECURITY Residence swipe card, he/she will be required
to pay a replacement fee of $1000. This fee is
Security Officers and proximity access systems
S E C U R I T Y
subject to change in September 2009. Swipe grant permission for events to be held on the
cards are the property of the University and University’s campus. Application forms are
should be taken care of. They should not be available in the Safety and Security Office or
twisted, bent or punched to accommodate key www.Utech.edu.jm and should be submitted in
rings and so on. advance with a minimum 10 working days prior
to the date of the proposed event. Late forms
CAMPUS EVENTS will not be considered.
The Safety and Security Department is vested

with the responsibility and sole authority to

STUDENT LIFE
D I N I N G FAC I L I T I E S programmes provide and facilitate participa-

tion in competitive intercollegiate sports, CUSA
Dining facilities for students and faculty are
games, ODUCC games, Penn Relays, and league
provided at two locations – the main cafeteria
competitions. The sporting facilities are open
located in Farquharson Hall and Lillian’s Restau-
to all members of the UTech campus for
rant, a training facility for Hospitality and
recreation and fitness.
Tourism Management students. Meals are avail-
able at reasonable rates. Light snacks and The Department offers twelve intercollegiate
drinks are also available from the cafeteria and sports. Ten (10) of these are offered to both
from the Students’ Union-operated Tuck Shop. males and females; while for the other two pro-
Lillian’s Restaurant is closed on Saturdays and grammes one is offered to females only and the
public holidays. However, a Sunday brunch is other to males only. Over the past 35 years, our
served. programme has produced many national rep-
resentatives in cricket, football, hockey, table
SPORTS AND R E C R E AT I O N tennis, basketball and our flagship sport, track
and field. Our most notable past student-
It is the vision of the Department of Sport to athletes are Olympians Sherone Simpson,
have the best student athletics sport pro- Sherika Williams, Asafa Powell, Nesta Carter,
gramme in the world. and Germaine Mason. The current women’s
100m champion, Shelly-Ann Fraser is also a
Our primary goal is to provide a sporting envi-
student.
ronment, which enhances the development of
quality competitive and recreational sporting Students have the opportunity of choosing
activities which improve leadership skills, Sport as an elective in selected sporting
teamwork, confidence, discipline, and disciplines. Students earn three credits upon
character-building in our graduates. completion.
The Department has an excellent range of The Department stages annual international
competitive and recreational opportunities for sporting competitions known as the “UTech
students and staff. Our intensive training Classic Series”.
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S T U D E N T L I F E
The Alfred Sangster Auditorium is the hub of representations at all levels of UTech’s gover-
the sport facilities. It has a 600 sq. ft. stage floor nance. Students’ Union Council representatives,
of sprung timber and seating capacity for 1,100 namely the President and the 1st Vice Presi-
including a balcony with tiered seating for 220. dent, sit on the University Council and the
The auditorium includes a gym, squash court, Academic Board, respectively. Other Council
and a room for martial arts. In addition, there is members operate as student representatives
marked floor space for basketball, badminton, on the various Faculty Boards and University
table tennis, volleyball and netball. committees.
Outdoor facilities include a cricket pitch, a The Students’ Union offers financial assistance
pavilion, a half-Olympic size swimming pool, a to students in the form of scholarships, grants,
grass running track, colourfully painted netball, books, lunch and transportation. The Union
volleyball, and basketball courts and a football endeavors to publish a regular Newsletter. The
field with changing facilities. Also provided are newsletter is a monthly publication which
tennis courts, and a golf putting green with a reflects students news and views also conducts
sand trap and fairways for par three, four and annual Inter-Faculty Quiz Competitions and
five-hole. Inter-Faculty Debate Competitions.
Mr Anthony Davis, Director of Sport, heads the The Students’ Union will re-launch its website
Department. this academic year to ensure that students have
access to the happenings around the campus
via the Union. The website will provide contact
information for Council members, so that stu-
THE STUDENTS’ UNION dents can make suggestions, send notes, or
inform them of any issue which may be affect-
The Students’ Union provides opportunities for ing them. Messages sent will be dealt with in a
participation in all campus activities, supports timely manner. The Council is working to
academic freedom and students’ rights, and improve efficiency and effectiveness through
promotes students’ cultural, social and physical restructuring exercises, with the continuation
welfare. of existing committees and the implementa-
tion of new ones in an effort to strengthen the
The Union is governed by a Council, which this
relationship between the membership and the
year is comprised of twenty-nine elected and
Council. The Council also seeks to make infor-
appointed members. The Council administers
mation-sharing more effective across the
the affairs of the Students’ Union and makes
campus.

All organized student activities must be • Alfred Sangster Scholarship

registered with the Students’ Union if they are • Students’ Union President Scholarship
to receive University approval.
• Students’ Union 1st Vice President
W E L FA R E AND SERVICES Academic Affairs Clubs & Societies
Scholarship
The Students’ Union, through its Council, oper-
ates a number of activities on behalf, and for
• Students’ Union Vice President,
Finance Scholarship
the benefit, of students, namely:
• Students’ Union Vice President, Public
STUDENT UNION SERVICES
Relations Scholarship
1. Document Printing: The Union offers • Students’ Union Vice President,
printing services to students, for items Student Services Scholarship
such as theses, reports, ‘Major Projects’, etc. • Students’ Union Executive Secretary
2. Photocopying: Students may access Scholarship
photocopying facilities at different costs. • Emmanuel Akindele Scholarship (in
Colour photocopying is also provided. memory of the overseas student who
3. Facsimile Services: Further information is died in 2007)
available at the Student’s Union Office. • Part-time/ Evening Scholarship
4. Scanning: Documents can be scanned at • Dee- Andrea Morris Scholarship

the Students’ Union Office for a minimal • All Faculties and College scholar-
charge. ships.
Visit the Office for price listing and remember 2. “Love Lunch”
to display your ID Cards to get the discounted This is a programme whereby the Stu-
rate for students. dents’ Union subsidizes large and small
lunches. Tickets may be purchased at the
W E L FA R E S E R V I C E S :
Students’ Union Office between 11:00 am
1. Scholarships & Bursaries and 1:00 pm.
A number of grants and bursaries are dis-
tributed throughout the year. The Treasury
B U S ( T R A N S P O R TAT I O N ) S E R V I C E
operates this programme, for students
who apply and meet the basic criterion of The schedule of service between the
need. There are 16 scholarships now avail- Papine campus and student destinations is
able. They are as follows: as follows:
Inbound Outbound Liguanea

Morning Trips Evening Trips UTech
Spanish Town – UTech Spanish Town KINGSTON/DUHANEY PARK
6:15 am & 8:05 am 5:30 pm & 9:15 pm
“Price Rite”, Meadowbrook
Harbour View – UTech Harbour View
Duhaney Park
7:00 am 5:30 pm & 9:15 pm
Washington Boulevard
Kingston/Duhaney Park Duhaney Park
Molynes Road
6:30 am 5:30 pm & 9:15 pm
Half-Way-Tree
Greater Portmore – UTech Greater Portmore UTech
6:00 am 5:30 pm & 9:15 pm
GREATER PORTMORE
Gregory Park – UTech Gregory Park
6:05 am 5:30 pm & 9:15 pm Greater Portmore
Texaco Gas Station (Braeton)
The following are the pick up points/stops on
North Daytona
each route:
Monza
SPANISH TOWN Newland Road
Spanish Town Bus Park Roundabout #1 (Garveymeade)
Greendale Portmore Mall
Twickenham Park Causeway
Central Village Three Miles
UTech Hagley Park Road
Half Way Tree
HARBOUR VIEW
UTech
Harbour View Roundabout)
Harbour View Drive GREGORY PARK
Windward Road Christian Pen
Mountain View Avenue Gregory Park
Langston Road Intersection Cayamanas Garden
Deanery Road Intersection Big Tree . . . Shell Station
Stanton Terrace Waterford
Old Hope Road Portmore Heart Academy

Portmore Mall tion (JAMR) and other charitable organisations.

Causeway Students traverse the campuses of UTech and
Three Miles UWI, the Corporate Area and rural Jamaica, col-
Hagley Park Road lecting money in tins. Recently, the Council has
put the “drive in over-drive” by getting more
Half Way Tree
students to participate fully in this philan-
UTech
thropic venture. The week of activities takes
COMMUNIT Y OUTREACH SERVICES place in November of each academic year;
however, collection continues until all tins are
The Students’ Union believes in national returned and monies counted.
development through community service, and
encourages this objective through the organi- The “Tag Drive” week of activities is scheduled
sations and groups that fall under its manage- to begin on Sunday, November 8th and will
ment. In recognition of the University’s need to end on Saturday, November 14th 2009.
contribute to youth and community develop- Sunday, November 8th – Opening Cere-
ment, it undertakes two major annual projects: mony: This event will be hosted at the Student
THE ANNUAL “ TEACH THE YOUTH” Activity Centre (SAC) on the grounds of UTech.
PROGRAMME Sponsors, students, representatives from
Jamaican Association on Mental Retardation
This programme was created in summer of (JAMR) and other interest groups are invited to
1999 for students to go to two communities this event. The ceremony also serves as a distri-
and carry out remedial and other important bution point for collection gear. Artwork and
general education work. The programme has other exhibits from JAMR will be on display.
since been expanded to four communities –
Monday, November 9th – Forums: These
Kintyre, August Town, Tavern and Papine, and
forums aim at educating the student popula-
now is a mandated annual event of the
tion about the purpose of the “Tag Drive” and
Students’ Union Council. Since its inception,
the basis for maximum participation. Highlights
hundreds of students have benefited from it.
of past Tag Drives will be on display in a booth
A N N U A L TAG D R I V E to stimulate student involvement.
Tuesday, November 10th – Toll Day: By fully
In November, students raise funds over a three-
utilizing the Extension Programme campuses,
day island wide Tag Drive. Funds provide assis-
i.e., Portmore Community College, Mobay Com-
tance for disabled children under the care of
munity College, EXED and Knox Community
the Jamaican Association on Mental Retarda-
College, the Students’ Union aims at raising as Friday November 13th – Corporate Drive: All
much funds as it can to help in its community Students participating in the corporate drive
outreach. Students may begin to sign-up for will wear UTech Students’ Union T-shirts to be
the Campus and Corporate Drives now at the easily identified while soliciting funds on behalf
Office. of the Union. The Corporate Area represents the
financial capital of Jamaica and, as such, we try
Wednesday, November 11th – Campus Drive:
to exploit this by ‘storming’ the streets as early
Wednesday’s activities are aimed at having our
as 7:00 a.m. to collect funds on behalf of the
presence felt within the Papine community. We
less fortunate. A Concert/Celebrity Dutch
will clean and paint the park, whitewash and
Auction Show will take place at the SAC to end
paint the pedestrian crossings in and around
this day’s activities.
the UTech area. These will be done with the
assistance of the clubs and societies of UTech. Saturday November 14th – Rural Drive: The
Sign-ups for both corporate and rural drives rural drive will feature six major targeted areas:
continue on this date.
• Port Antonio
Thursday November 12th – Campus Drive: • Negril
Thursday’s activities are intended to motivate • Montego Bay
students towards participating in some form of • Ocho Rios
community development. We will have a joint • Mandeville
campus drive with other surrounding tertiary • May Pen.
institutions, such as Exed Community College,
The rural drive involves the departure of twelve
Portmore Community College, Edna Manley
buses from the SAC at UTech at 6:30 a.m. On
College for the Visual and Performing Arts,
this drive, we will facilitate the participation of
Shortwood Teachers College, Mico University
students from the UWI and the Montego Bay
College and with the UWI. We will end the day
Community College.
promoting the corporate and rural drive at
UWI’s weekly integration party.

STUDENTS’ UNION COUNCIL MEMBERS 2009–2010
Executive Members
Ryan Davis President
Temard Butterfield 1st Vice President Academic Affairs, Clubs & Societies
Kemar Kerr Vice President, Finance
Crystal Cornwall Vice President, Student Services
Shikisha Cowan Vice President, Public Relations
Karen Mannings-Henry Executive Secretary
Representatives
David Sterling C.O.H.S. Representative
Oneil Morrisson F. E. L. S. Representative
Dennis Waugh S. O. E. Representative
Kedrian James S. C. I. T. Representative
Natalie Anderson S. O. B. A. Representative
Sherilla Gordon S. H. T. M. Representative
Rakeish Francis S. B. L. M. Representative
Stephen Spence C. S. A. Representative
Ivor Carr Hall Chairperson
Rommel Beckford Part-Time Representative
Kamarla Questelles International Representative
(Vacant) Law Representative
STUDENTS’ UNION COUNCIL MEMBERS 2009–2010
Directors
Yakeani Brown Community Service
Racquel Robinson Elections
Michael Bailey Health and Safety
Ian Richards Entertainment and Cultural Activities
Treshan Green Female Sports
Ronnie-Dane Renford Male Sports
(Vacant) Spiritual Development
Kirsten Whitely Editor-in-Chief
Rochelle Harriott Extension Programmes
Orane James Special Projects
Advisors
Derron Williams President Advisor
Wayde Williams Academic Affairs Advisor
Alex Brown Executive Advisor
Andre Lindsay Council Advisor

S T U D E N T O R G A N I S AT I O N S • UTech Debating and Public Speaking

Society (UDPSS)
At UTech, several student-based associations
• International Youth Fellowship (IYF)
exist. These cover a range of activities including
• Tae-Kwon-Do
student clubs and professional societies, cul-
• University and Colleges Christian
tural, religious and special interest groups. The
Fellowship (UCCF)
clubs comprise students from various Faculties,
• Planning Students Society (PSS)
Schools and programmes, while the societies
• African Cultural Renaissance Movement
are aligned to specific disciplines. They all offer
(ACRM)
students the opportunity for increased social
• Land Economy and Valuation Surveying
interaction and the ability to gain invaluable
(LEVS)
experience while expanding their network of
• Land Surveyors Club
friends and associates. All students are encour-
• Poetry Club
aged to join at least one student-based organi-
• Association of Construction Engineering
sation so as to increase social activism on our
Students (ACES)
campus.
• UTech Association of Nutrition & Dietetic
The Clubs and Society Advisory Board (CSAB) Students (UTANDS)
aims to help in the general operation of the • UTech Association of Childcare and
clubs and societies on campus, as well as in Development Students (UTACCDS
promoting and generating funds. CSAB Week in • UTech Association of Student Engineers
September will showcase the various clubs and (UTASE)
societies through expositions, forums and a • UTech Student Teachers’Association (USTA)
concert. • UTech International Students’Association
(UTISA)
• UTech Association for Student Computer
Some of the clubs and societies include:
Engineers (UTASCE)
• Circle K • UTech Association of Medical Technology
• University and Colleges Apostolic Students (UNAMETS)
Ministries (UCAM) • Jamaica College Old Boys Association
• Accounting Students Association (ASA) (JCOBA)
• Tourism Action Club (TAC) • Rotaract Club of UTech
• UTech Association of Pharmacy Students • UTech Football Club
(UTAPS) • UTech Environmental Club
• Advent Fellowship • UTech Photography Club.
If you do not see a club or society that fits you, THE STUDENT ACTIVIT Y CENTRE
you can start one of your own. Contact the
The Student Activity Centre is an area desig-
Students’ Union Office for further details.
nated for all student-related activities. It is next
E N T E R TA I N M E N T AND C U LT U R A L to the School of Hospitality and Tourism Man-
ACTIVITIES agement (SHTM), and was designed with you in
mind.
BONFIRE AND S O U P F I E S TA
THE GREEN HOUSE
We will try to capture the “good ole days” with a
bonfire and “ole time” stories (Anancy, Tukuma). On entering the Student Activity Centre, the
Soup (fish, mannish-water, chicken) and corn, all building to the left is known as ‘The Green-
courtesy of the Council, will go along with the house’. It is fully-equipped to de-stress any stu-
story-telling and cultural vibes. dent, even one that studies all day and night.
There is a pool table, domino tables, a big
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
screen TV, wireless internet connection, air
In February, the Students’ Union Council, in hockey, among other things. Each week night
conjunction with various clubs, societies and there will be activities just for students who
organisations, will host a series of events to want to enjoy themselves. Hungry? Why wait
commemorate Black History Month. This year when there is a bar, grill and snack shop in the
the focus will be on the regeneration of our cul- Greenhouse that caters to your every need?
ture. There will be exhibitions throughout the Enjoy a scrumptious meal, and then buy a
month. This will culminate with a Culture Week refreshing drink at the bar.
in which all aspects of our cultural heritage will
S P O R T S D AY A N D A T H L E T I C
be explored and given the respect they
CHAMPIONSHIP
deserve. Come see members of the Students’
Union Council dressed up in vintage wear UTech has been dubbed the “Home of World
(afros, bell-bottoms and platform boots) as they Class Athletes”, as the former world record
add flare to the celebrations. holder at the 100m, and 2008 Olympic 4 X
100m gold medalist, Asafa Powell, the 2008
U W I / U T E C H C A R N I VA L
Olympic Women’s 100m gold medalist, Shelly-
The UWI/UTech Carnival takes place during the Ann Fraiser, the 2004 Olympic gold medal win-
UWI Carnival Week of Activities and sees stu- ner in the 4 X100m – Sherone Simpson, 2005
dents from both universities participating in an World Championship silver medal winner in the
exhilarating and fun-filled Caribbean tradition. 100m hurdles – Brigitte Foster Hylton, 2005

World Championship Silver medal winner in the most thrilling activities of the year. Come
the 100m,Michael Frater, are all based at UTech. out and see your College/Faculty compete
against rival teams. Support your favourite
Each year you have the opportunity to witness
member of the Union’s Council in the Council
a world-class event free of cost. Our Sports Day
race; and maybe you’ll witness a world class
and Athletics Championships scheduled for
performance by one of our world class athletes.
Friday, March 23, 2010, promises to be one of
SECTION G
G R A D U AT I O N I N F O R M AT I O N
PRESIDENT’S HONOUR
R EO L L / DT E A N KS L I S T
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E X C E L L E N C E T H R O U G H K N O W L E D G E
G R A D UAT I O N I N F O R M AT I O N
A P P L I C AT I O N TO G R A D U AT E No degrees, diplomas, certificates or other aca-

demic awards will be conferred on a student if
Final year students are required to complete an
a charge of academic dishonesty or conduct
“Application to Graduate” form.
violation is pending, and where the penalty
If a graduand, because of unavoidable circum- could be suspension, expulsion, failing grades
stances, cannot attend the Graduation Cere- or any combination of the above, until such
mony and notifies the Registrar, the Registrar time as the charge is cleared and the academic
will arrange to have the Award forwarded to requirements met.
the individual. Awards may also be collected
from the Student Records Office, ground floor REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTING OF
of the Administration Building. AWA R D S
This information is detailed in Regulation 3,

R E G I S T R AT I O N FOR G R A D U AT I O N Section G: “Important Regulations Governing
CEREMONY Students” of this booklet.
Students who wish to march at the ceremony

must present themselves and register at the
Administration Building on the advertised
dates. A non-refundable registration fee will
be payable.
C I R C U M S TA N C E S A F F E C T I N G
G R A D U AT I O N
In extraordinary situations, the University may

recommend that degrees, diplomas or certifi-
cates be withheld or withdrawn. In any such
case, the student will be notified and given
every opportunity to object.
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PRESIDENT’S HONOUR ROLL/DEAN’S LIST
INTRODUCTION • Full time students must have completed

12 credits per instructional period
The University of Technology, Jamaica recog-
• Part-time and summer students must have
nises the academic success of its students in
completed 9 credits per instructional
various ways. One such way is by naming stu-
period.
dents to the appropriate Dean’s List or to the
President’s Honour Roll. Each academic unit Types of Awards may be one or a combination
may name to its list a maximum of 10% of its of the following:
students, selected on the basis of academic • Commendatory letter;
performance in the nominating period.
• President’s Pin, presented by the President
PRESIDENT’S HONOUR ROLL at the Congregation for the Presentation of
Graduates
The President’s Honour Roll, compiled at the
• Financial Award
end of each academic year, recognises final
year students who have demonstrated
• Notation placed on student’s permanent
record.
outstanding academic performance.
DEAN’S LIST
ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible, the student must attain the
• The Dean’s List, prepared at the end of
each Academic Year, recognises those stu-
following qualifications in the upper division
dents who have achieved academic dis-
courses: (i.e., Levels 3 and 4 for undergrad
tinction in a Faculty. To qualify, the student
students) must attain the following qualifications:
• A grade of ‘A’ and above • GPA of 3.45 and above
• GPA of 3.75 – 4.00.
• Passed all courses on the first attempt.
GENERAL CRITERIA GENERAL CRITERIA

• Students must be in good standing with • Students must be in good standing with
the University the University
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P R E S I D E N T ’ S H O N O U R R O L L /D E A N ’ S L I S T
• Full time students must have completed C O M P I L AT I O N OF LISTS

12 credits per semester/summer session
The Office of the Registrar will assume respon-
• Part-time and summer students must have
sibility for procedures relating to collecting and
completed 9 graded credits per
recording the particulars of students nomi-
semester/session.
nated from each academic unit.
TYPES OF AWA R D S
After each semester exams, the Office of the
Awards may be one or a combination of the Registrar will provide academic units with the
following: names of students who have a GPA of 3.45 or
better, in accordance with the criteria.
• Commendatory letter
• Citation The Deans will review the candidates’ academic
• School medal records in detail and choose, at most, 10% of
• Financial Award the total number of students enrolled in the
• Plaque Unit.
• Books
Academic units are expected to respond to the
• Display of citation on website/scroll,
challenge plate Registrar’s Office within one month, so that s
• Certificate of Commendation tudents’ transcripts can be updated. The tran-
• Notation placed on student’s permanent script entry will indicate the name of the aca-
record. demic unit and the academic year for which the
award is given.

SECTION H
I M P O R TA N T R E G U L AT I O N S ,
POLICIES & ORDINANCE 14
I M P O R TA N T R E G U L AT I O N S , P O L I C I E S & O R D I N A N C E 14
R E G U L AT I O N 3 – A C A D E M I C P R O G R E S S
A N D G R A N T I N G O F AWA R D S
(UNDER REVIEW)
Subject to the final authority of the Academic make satisfactory progress will be placed on
Board, Faculty Boards of Examiners will deter- academic probation.
mine the academic progress of students on the The regulations governing students’ academic
basis of their performance in examination and progress and status, as outlined below, will
course work assessment. A student must main- apply to all new students effective Academic
tain a satisfactory academic standing to Year 2009/2010. Returning students for the
progress from year to year and level to level in a 2009/2010 Academic Year will not be affected
given course of study. Students who fail to by the revisions to Regulation 3.
S T U D E N T S TAT U S
Terminology Definitions
Currently Registered Registered and attending in the current Academic Year
On Leave of Absence Not attending classes for reasons given in Leave of Absence application.
On Academic Probation Status given to a current student who has a cumulative GPA of below 1.70
at the end of an academic year.
Withdrawn – P Authorized withdrawal from a course of study after commencement of
classes, for a period of time following a student’s written request for per-
mission to withdraw. Resumption notice in writing should be given one
Semester prior to return.
Withdrawn – NP Withdrawal from a course of study for a period of time without
notifying the university or having official authorization to do so.
Discontinued A student who fails to achieve a minimum GPA of 1.70 after two (2)
consecutive years of academic probation. Students on “Discontinued Status”
may apply for admission to another course of study.
Expired Studentship has ended as a result of failure to meet the requirements for
an academic award within the maximum permissible time for completion
of a course of study. The maximum completion time is the prescribed com-
pletion time plus two years. Students on “expired status” at the end of the
academic year may re-apply for re-admission
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R E G U L AT I O N 3 – A C A D E M I C P R O G R E S S A N D G R A N T I N G O F AWA R D S
CONDITIONS OF A C A D E M I C P R O B AT I O N hours of 8.00 a.m. and 9.00 p.m. from Monday

to Friday. Some courses of study require
A student with a GPA lower than 1.70 at the
students to attend classes on Saturdays or
end of a semester must seek academic advise-
Sundays.
ment.
ADD/DROP
If the GPA at the end of the academic year is
below 1.70 the student will be placed on Students wishing to add or drop modules must
Academic Probation and must remain in the complete the “Add/Drop” form available in their
level/year last registered until a GPA above 1.70 respective Faculty/School office within the first
is achieved. two weeks (10 working days) of Semesters 1 and
2 and the first five working days of the Summer
Students on Academic Probation are required
Session. (See Add/Drop Policy, page 163).
to meet regularly with their assigned Academic
Advisor to: A S S O C I AT E D E G R E E
• discuss reasons for unsatisfactory An award made upon successful completion
academic performance; of a course of study or training at the post-
• develop strategies to achieve satisfactory secondary level, which requires a minimum of
academic standing, and monitor progress
60 credit hours of instruction.
towards that goal.
BACHELOR’S DEGREE
A student failing to maintain a minimum GPA
of 1.70 over a period of two years will have An academic qualification or title awarded to or
his/her studentship terminated. conferred upon a student by the University
based on the successful completion of a
A C A D E M I C T E R M I N O L O G Y, P O L I C I E S
minimum of 120 credit hours and/or other
AND PROCEDURES
academic requirements.
ACADEMIC YEAR
C E R T I F I C AT E
The University operates a 12-month academic
Certificates are awarded upon the successful
year. The year is divided into two semesters and
a summer session as follows: completion of an approved group of modules
not constituting a degree or diploma.
Semester 1 August–December
Semester 2 January–May CORE MODULE
Summer Session May–August
A module which defines a particular course of
Classes are normally scheduled between the study. Core modules for a given Course of Study
are compulsory for students pursuing the Credit is granted when a student achieves a
particular Course of Study. passing grade within the University’s grading
scheme for a module approved as a credit
CREDIT HOURS module.
i. One Theory credit is given for every 15 DIPLOMA
hours of face-to-face lecture, tutorial or
seminar instruction during a semester. An award made upon successful completion
of a course of study or training at the post
ii. One Practical Credit is given for every 45
secondary level, which requires a minimum of
hours of laboratory/practical instruction in
90 credits.
a laboratory or workshop module.
iii. Design Studio Credit: One Credit is given ELECTIVE
for every 16–20 hours of Design Studio An elective is any module that the student
during a semester within the first two chooses to take outside of those required by
years of the Course of Study (see School’s the course of study.
prospectus). During Years 3 and 4 one
Credit is given for every 12 hours of Design FULL-TIME AND PA RT - T I M E S T U D E N T S
Studio. In the Design Studio, theory and A full-time student is one taking 12–21 credits
practice are combined. per semester. Where the credit load for the aca-
iv. One Cooperative Education Credit is given demic year has not been met in the semesters,
for every 80 (two weeks of work assign- students may complete their credit require-
ments) hours of cooperative education ments during the Summer Session, where the
work in an approved work location. relevant modules are being offered.
A part-time student is one taking 6–11 credits
Modules with other instructional delivery
during a semester. Such a student may also be
modes may require other class/student contact
completing credit requirements during the
hours for credit assignment. These are awarded
Summer Session.
pass/fail grades. Fees for redoing such modules
will be determined on a per credit basis. Subject to academic advisement, students may
take additional credits.
CREDIT MODULE GRADE REVIEW
A credit module is an approved University A review of any part of the examination process
module for which credit towards a University based on established rules and procedures.
degree, diploma or certificate may be earned.

L E AV E OF ABSENCE O P T I O N / S P E C I A L I S AT I O N
Leave of Absence is the suspension of studies The specialisation areas comprise major,
with the approval of the University, for one major/minor and double/major options. A
semester or one academic year. Leave of group of modules related to a major area of
absence up to one academic year does not specialised study within a course of study,
count against a student’s maximum comple- frequently developing from a common base;
tion time for the particular course of study. e.g., the Accounting and Marketing Options of
Leave of absence may be granted for the the Bachelor of Business Administration course
following reasons: of study.
• Medical (injury/illness, pregnancy, child- PROGRESS REPORT

birth, traumatic experiences and natural
A statement detailing a student’s academic
disasters)
performance for a semester or session, usually
• Academic (internship locally or overseas, issued or published at the end of the period.
student exchange with other institutions)
RE-ADMISSION
• Other (participation in approved competi-
tions, financial problems, international Admission by the University of a student who is
students with passport/visa issues) resuming his/her studies within the maximum
In all instances supporting documentation will completion time for his/her course of study.
be required. Students resuming are required to comply with
all the University’s re-application procedures.
A student applying for leave of absence should
obtain approval prior to the start of the aca- R E - I N S TAT E M E N T
demic year or the semester for which he/she is
Restoration by the Academic Board of a stu-
seeking leave of absence. Leave of absence is
dent to his/her former status in the University.
not granted retroactively.
Re-instatement applies to students who were
A student on leave of absence is required to on leave of absence and such other categories
pay a studentship fee in order to maintain as may be determined by the Academic Board.
his/her studentship. The amount will be deter- For students who have been suspended,
mined by the Office of Business and Finance. re-instatement will be subject to the terms and
conditions of their suspension.
Students are not permitted to pursue any stud-
ies at the University while on leave of absence. Students are required to request re-instate-
ment by writing to the Registrar.
SEMESTER/SUMMER SESSION four (4) weeks for the Summer Session. Failure
to apply for withdrawal will result in a “Fail”
A semester is one of the two main academic
grade for the module. There will be no right to
sessions in the academic year. It is normally 16
appeal. Students are limited to a maximum of
weeks in duration and includes teaching, study
two module withdrawals in any given academic
week and examination.
session.
A Summer Session runs within the period from
Refunds are not applicable to module
the end of Semester 2 to the beginning of the
withdrawals.
next Academic Year.
TRANSFER
DEGREES, DIPLOMAS
A transfer takes place when there is a change A N D C E R T I F I C AT E S
from one course of study, course of study spe-
GRANT OF AWA R D
cialisation, or campus to another. An applica-
tion should be submitted to the applicant’s 1. The University confers awards on students
Head of School six (6) weeks before the begin- who have successfully completed
ning of the Semester using the “Request for approved courses of study and who have
Transfer” form. satisfied the conditions specified in
Ordinance 7 (Ordinance under review).
TRANSCRIPT
2. To receive a University undergraduate or
A student’s academic record that will be sent, postgraduate degree, diploma, associate
upon request, to an approved third party at a degree, certificate or other award, a stu-
cost. A student copy of the transcript is avail- dent must successfully complete the
able for a fee. Express transcripts are available
requirements of his/her course of study as
in 1–3 days at additional cost.
well as fulfill other obligations to the
W I T H D R AWA L FROM A MODULE University.
To be eligible for graduation, a student
Withdrawal from a module is advised only in
must be in good academic standing and
extenuating circumstances. A student wishing
must have satisfied all other obligations to
to withdraw from a module shall discuss the
the University.
matter with his/her Academic Advisor before
submitting a letter to the Programme Director Generally, a student will be eligible to
no less than midway in each academic session, receive a degree, diploma, associate
that is, eight (8) weeks for semester 1 and 2 and degree, certificate or other award when:

(a) he/she has successfully completed all TRANSFER OF CREDITS AND MODULE
modules and assigned credit hours in EXEMPTIONS
a prescribed course of study.
5. Students entering or transferring to the
(b) he/she has been recommended by University of Technology, Jamaica from
both the Faculty Board and the Registrar. another approved educational institution
(c) he/she has met the requirements may be granted transfer credits for under-
specified in Ordinance 7, and graduate courses of study. Transfer credit
(d) recommendation has been approved from one institution to another involves at
by the Academic Board. least three considerations:
3. The University also offers a variety of pro- i the educational quality of the institu-
fessional courses and the requirements of tion from which the student transfers;
professional bodies and of the University ii. the comparability of the nature, con-
must be satisfied before an award may be tent, and level of credit earned to that
granted. offered by the University; and
4. (a) Course of Study iii. the appropriateness and applicability
A plan of study lasting a specified period of the credit earned to that offered
of time and leading to the award of a by the University, in light of the
degree, diploma, certificate or other student’s educational goals.
academic distinctions of the University.
Exemptions are given where equivalences
(b) Course of Study Completion Timeframe exists.
The maximum permissible time-frame to
The following guidelines will apply:
complete a programme is the prescribed
duration plus two years. • A written request for credit
transfer/exemption must be submitted to
(c) Prescribed Time-frame
the Head of School no later than two (2)
The stated duration of a course of study.
weeks after the commencement date of
(d) Accelerated Completion of Degree/ the module.
Diploma/Certificate • The student must have satisfied the neces-
Accelerated completion is completion of a sary pre-requisites for the course of study.
course of study in a shorter timeframe • Only modules completed with a grade B
based on a students’ decision to increase and above at the undergraduate level will
his/her credit load in a given academic be considered for transfer credits.
year as approved by the Faculty Board. • Individual modules will be evaluated for
credit by the appropriate Faculty Dean, PRIOR LEARNING

Head of School/Department, Programme
7. Prior learning includes skills, knowledge
Director and/or other academic staff. The
and competencies gained through life
length of time since a course of study was
taken will be a factor in granting credit. experiences for which credits may be
granted. Students registered in or applying
• It will be the student’s responsibility to
for entry into undergraduate courses of
provide original certified transcripts and
module syllabi to assist in the determina- study may apply for prior learning credits
tion of module equivalencies. In some by demonstrating, through portfolio devel-
cases an interview may be required. opment, that they have equivalent compe-
tency/learning.
• Credits granted on a transfer basis will
appear in the student’s academic record as Students applying for module credits
Transfer Credit with no grade or grade through portfolio assessment are expected
point value. to complete at least 50% of the course of
• To be awarded a first class or upper second study credits as registered students of the
class honours degree, transfer students University, including 60% of the upper divi-
must complete at least 80% of the full sion course of study credits, to receive a
course of study at UTech. University award.
6. Applicants who have previously completed E VA L U AT I O N

one or more years at the University of Tech-
8. The specific regulations pertaining to the
nology, Jamaica or another approved edu-
method of evaluation for modules will be
cational institution may be eligible for
established by each academic unit. A
admission to a level higher than first
student’s final academic standing will be
year/semester (advanced standing) and/or
determined by his/her achievement
transfer credit. Students must complete a
throughout the academic year or module
minimum of 50% of modules in a course of
delivery period, taking into account evalu-
study for qualification. Modules used as a
ation measures such as classroom tests
basis for admission are not recorded as
and examinations, laboratory work,
individual transfer credits. They do not
projects, supervised practical experience,
form part of the University’s record of the
theses and their defence.
student’s academic performance.
Academic staff shall advise students of the
method of evaluation of each module, no
later than the beginning of the module.

GRADING SYSTEM form part of calculated GPA). In Table 1

below, for Semester 1, the GPA is 53.64
9. The University’s official grading system is
divided by 20 = 2.68.
based on an 11-point grade scale:
Performance Grade Grade Percentage

Description Point Scale Table 1: Calculated GPA for Semester 1
Excellent A/A+ 4.00 90–100
A- 3.67 80–89 Module S T V W X Y Z Total
B+ 3.33 75–79 Credits 3 3 4 4 3 2 1 20

Good B 3.00 70–74 Grade A- C B+ C+ D B A
B- 2.67 65–69
Grade
C+ 2.33 60–64 Points 3.7 2.0 3.3 2.3 1.3 3.0 4.0
Satisfactory C 2.00 55–59
Grade
C- 1.67 50–54 Points
Marginal Fail D+ 1.33 45–49 earned 11.1 6.0 13.2 9.2 4.0 6.0 4.0 53.64
D 1.00 40–44
GPA 1 = 53.64/20 = 2.86
Unsatisfactory U 0.00 0–39
Percentages are used to facilitate staff in mark- The Table 2 shows the modules completed in
ing individual assignments and examination Semester 2, including the redone module X. The
but are not used to express the final result. GPA for this semester is 49 divided by 14 = 3.50,
and the cumulative GPA for both semesters is
G R A D E P O I N T A V E R A G E ( G PA )
(53.64+49) divided by (20+14) = 102.64/34 =
The GPA is a quantitative measure of a stu- 3.02
dent’s performance. It is the average obtained
Table 2: Calculated GPA for Semester 2, including
by dividing the sum of the product of grade
redone Module X.
point and credit for each module by the total
number of credits attempted. Module L P X (Redo) Q R Total
Credits 1 4 3 4 2 14
C A L C U L AT I O N OF G PA
Grade A A- B B+ A
10. The examples below indicate calculations
Grade
for modules taken including one failed, as Points 4.00 3.67 3.00 3.33 4.00
well as an example complete with re-dos. Grade
(Please note that failed modules will also Points
earned 4.0 15.0 9.0 13.32 8.0 49
GPA = 49/14 = 3.50
Community Service Programme (CSP) marks, have a higher passing grade to meet
transfer credits and Pass/Fail modules are not professional requirements.
included in the GPA calculation. 11.6 If a student has failed a module, he/she
GRADING POLICY must redo the module and all assess-
ment components, including course-
11.1 The final result for each module is work and/or final examination. The final
expressed as a grade and grade point. grade for the module will be the
11.2 A student’s overall academic perform- weighted average of coursework and
ance at the end of the academic year the new final exam mark.
will be determined by weighting each
module grade point earned in accor-
dance with its credit allocation and
CLASSES OF ACADEMIC
expressed as a Grade Point Average
(GPA). AWA R D S
11.3 Except for special requirements, usually To obtain an award, all modules satisfying the
of an external nature, the final grade for conditions stipulated in the course of study
a module is determined by weighting must have been passed. The regulations gov-
the allocation of marks for coursework erning classes of academic awards will apply to
assignments and final examination. The all students, whether new or returning, and will
allocation to coursework may vary from be implemented as follows:
40 to 100 per cent.
11.4 In a module that is examined by course- CO N D I T I O N S F O R AWA R D O F
work and final examination, students U N D E R G R A D U AT E C E R T I F I C AT I O N
may be given both their grade and per- BACHELOR’S DEGREES
centage mark for coursework assign-
ments. For modules examined by The cumulative GPA of Levels 1 to 4 modules
coursework only, the student will be will determine the class of award, beginning
given only the grade for their course- with students entering a new course of study in
work assessments. AY 2008/9.
11.5 An undergraduate module will have Post-diploma/Articulated Students: the GPA

been passed if the final result is grade C- of all post-diploma modules will determine the
or above. However, some modules will class of award.

FIRST CLASS (HONOURS) Not satisfying condition (b) or (c) will result in
the award of a Pass degree irrespective of the
a. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.45.
final GPA achieved.
b. All modules (from 2008/9) must have been
passed on the first attempt. PA S S
c. The course of study must be completed a. A minimum cumulative GPA of 1.70

within the prescribed timeframe. b. The course of study must be completed
d. Not satisfying Condition (b) or (c) will within the maximum permissible
result in the award of a lower class degree programme completion timeframe.
irrespective of the final GPA achieved.
D I P L O M A S , A S S O C I AT E D E G R E E S AND
The President’s Pin will be awarded to students C E R T I F I C AT E S

achieving a cumulative GPA of 3.75 and above. • Diplomas
SECOND CLASS (UPPER) HONOURS

With Honours
a. A minimum GPA of 3.05.
b. One re-do/re-submit of a trailed/failed
b. All modules (from Academic Year 2008/9)
module as of Academic Year 2008/9.
must have been passed at the first
c. The course of study must be completed attempt.
within the prescribed timeframe.
c. The course of study must be completed
d. Not satisfying condition (b) or (c) will result within the prescribed timeframe.
in the award of a lower class degree
d. Not satisfying condition (b) or (c) will result
irrespective of the final GPA achieved.
in a lower award Diploma irrespective of
SECOND CLASS (LOWER) HONOURS the final GPA achieved.

With Credit
b. Two re-do attempts are permitted as of
a. A minimum GPA of 2.75.
Academic Year 2008/9). This may either be
(a) one attempt at each of two b. One re-do/re-submit of a trailed/failed
failed/trailed modules or (b) two attempts module is permitted at the end of the final
at one failed/trailed module. year of the course of study.
c. The course of study must be completed c. The course of study must be completed
within the prescribed timeframe. within the prescribed timeframe.
Not satisfying condition (b) or (c) will result in mum of 45 hours of his/her time to a CSP
the award of a Pass Diploma irrespective of the assignment of his/her choice in an institutional
final GPA achieved. or community setting approved by the Univer-
sity. Successful completion of the CSP is
PA S S
required for graduation and will earn a student
a. A minimum GPA of 1.70. one credit. However, this credit will not be used
b. The course of study must be completed when determining the GPA or class of award.
within the maximum permissible
POLICY FOR EFFECTING STUDENT
programme completion timeframe.
NAME CHANGE
• Associate Degrees and Certificates A student may request that official records be
adjusted to reflect a change in his/her name
With Merit during an academic year, but not after August
31. Requests for names to appear on the gradu-
a. A minimum GPA of 3.05 (from AY 2009/10).
ation certificate acquired after the sitting of
b. All modules taken must have been passed
final examinations will not be accommodated.
at the first attempt.
The request should be made by completing, in
c. The course of study must be completed
duplicate, the “Application for Effecting Name
within the prescribed timeframe.
Change” form, available at the Front Desk, Main
d. Not satisfying condition (b) or (c) will result Administration Building. A certified copy of the
in the award of a Pass Degree/Certificate legal document attesting to the change must
irrespective of the final GPA achieved. accompany the application.
PA S S The Student Records Office will, after receiving

the request, effect the change on the student’s
a. A minimum GPA of 1.70 in the programme.
records and send a copy of the form to the
b. The course of study must be completed Head of School. The name that will be used on
within the maximum permissible comple- a student’s academic records is that occurring
tion timeframe. on the last registration form completed by the
student, unless a request for change of name is
COMMUNIT Y SERVICE PROGRAMME
made.
(CSP)
A name change will not be effected after a stu-
All undergraduate degree or diploma students dent has left the University.
at UTech are expected to contribute a mini-

R E G U L AT I O N 4 – R E G U L A T I O N S G O V E R N I N G
E X A M I N AT I O N I N C O U R S E S O F S T U D Y
(UNDER REVIEW)
U N D E R G R A D U AT E D E G R E E , study is located, the Programme
D I P L O M A A N D C E R T I F I C AT E Director(s), the Examination Officer,

the External Examiner(s) and any
COURSES OF STUDY
such persons approved by the Aca-
APPOINTMENT OF BOARDS OF demic Board, subject to Section 3.
EXAMINERS 3. External Examiners need not be involved
in the examining process for undergradu-
1. Subject to the final responsibility of the ate degree modules, which do not con-
Academic Board, the examination for tribute to the final award.
courses of study and the assessment of
In such circumstances, the Senior Vice-
performance and determination of the
President, Academic Affairs, acting on the
academic progress of the students
authority of the Academic Board, shall
enrolled therein shall be undertaken by
appoint a member of the Academic Board
Boards of Examiners.
and/or a Faculty Board to the Board of
2. (a) For undergraduate courses of study,
Examiners. This person shall not be a mem-
the Board of Examiners shall be the
ber of the Faculty in which the candidates
Faculty Board of Examiners. The
are to be examined.
Chairman of this Board shall be the
Dean of the Faculty in which the 4. The duties of Boards of Examiners shall be:
course of study is located or, in his or (a) to receive provisional results and
her absence, a member of the Aca- recommendations from the School
demic Board shall be appointed by Examination Panel,
the Senior Vice-President, Academic (b) to determine the results obtained by
Affairs, acting on the authority of the candidates and, where such results
Academic Board. lead directly to a degree, diploma,
(b) Members of the Board of Examiners certificate or other academic distinc-
shall be the Head of the School or tion, to forward to the Registrar, for
Department in which the course of transmission to the Academic Board
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and, where appropriate, to external 6. The duties of External Examiners shall

bodies, lists of successful candidates, include:
classified in accordance with the rele- (a) consultation with members of the
vant course of study regulations, with School Examination Panel in relation
recommendations for the award of to the approval and moderation of
degrees, diplomas, certificates and examination papers and other forms
other academic distinctions, of assessment;
(c) to determine on behalf of the Aca- (b) consideration of the standard of
demic Board the academic progress marking of papers and other forms of
of students on the basis of their per- assessment and reporting to mem-
formance in examinations and other bers of the School Examination Panel
forms of assessment, on such revisions of the markings as
(d) to ensure that the examination and they consider necessary;
assessment of candidates are con- (c) attendance with or without one or
ducted in accordance with regula- more members of the School Exami-
tions and procedures prescribed by nation Panel at viva voce examina-
the Academic Board, tions and oral examinations which
(e) to address such other matters as the are held at the discretion of the
Academic Board may refer to them external examiners;
from time to time. (d) confirmation, by joint signature with
Chairman of Board of Examiners, of
APPOINTMENT OF EXTERNAL
the pass and classified lists of candi-
EXAMINERS
dates including recommendation for
5. External examiners shall be appointed by the award of degree, diploma, certifi-
the Academic Board after consideration of cate and other academic distinctions;
recommendations from the Faculty Board. (e) submission to the President, as Chair-
Appointments of external examiners shall man of the Academic Board, reports
be for a period of not more than four years, on the examinations and on any mat-
in the first instance, but may be extended ter relating to the organisation, syl-
for a period of not more than two years for labus and structure of the course of
a new course of study in order to provide study, with copies submitted to the
continuity between successive groups of Dean, as Chairman of the Faculty
external examiners. Board;

(f ) such other duties as the Academic of this Panel shall be the Head of the
Board may specify from time to time. School or Department in which the course
7. Where there is disagreement within the of study is located, or his or her nominee.
Board of Examiners about results or classi- 13. Members of the Panel shall be the Pro-
fications, the view of the external examin- gramme Director(s), Programme Leader(s),
ers shall prevail. the Examination Officer, and any other
8. Unresolved disagreement between exter- persons approved by the Faculty Board.
nal examiners shall be reported to the Aca- 14. The duties of the School Examination
demic Board. Panel shall be as follows:
9. External examiners shall be present at all (a) To ensure that the examination
meetings where the performance of candi- process has been carried out in
dates, which contributes to the final award, accordance with University and
is being considered. Faculty regulations;
10. In exceptional circumstances, the Senior (b) To review a candidate’s module
Vice-President, Academic Affairs, acting on results in examination and other
the authority of the Academic Board, shall forms of assessments that have
make arrangements for the external exam- been submitted to the School/
ining of a course of study during the Department;
absence of the external examiners, which (c) To determine provisional marks, aca-
may include the submission of written demic status and/or University award
reports or the appointment of substitute for each candidate in a course of
examiners or both. study and submit the same to the
external examiners and/or the Board
11. The Academic Board may prescribe that
of Examiners;
the external examiners shall be present for
consideration of all stages of the examin- (d) Ensure that each candidate’s exami-
ing of a course of study. nation and other forms of assessment
are available to the external examin-
APPOINTMENT OF INTERNAL ers and/or the Board of Examiners;
E X A M I N AT I O N PA N E L S (e) Ensure that any other pertinent infor-
12. Acting on the authority of the Academic mation that has had a bearing on the
Board, the Faculty Board shall appoint an provisional recommendations is
Internal Examination Panel for the exami- made available to the external exam-
nation of a course of study. The Chairman iners and/or the Board of Examiners.
P U B L I C AT I O N OF R E S U LT S award has been examined after a semester,

or any other period of the Academic Year,
15. The list of results obtained by candidates
but before the external examiner(s) can be
in each examination, and the decisions
present on the Board of Examiners, then
about the academic progress of candi-
the Internal Examination Panel may pub-
dates, shall be drawn up by the Board of
lish the provisional results, on the condi-
Examiners. The Board of Examiners shall
tion that the notice clearly states that the
forward:
results are not University results and are
(a) to the Academic Board the pass and awaiting submission to the Board of
classified lists of candidates who Examiners.
have successfully completed the final
examinations leading to a degree, RETENTION O F E X A M I N AT I O N M AT E R I A L
diploma, certificate or other aca-
19. Except where alternative arrangements
demic distinction of the University;
have been approved by or on behalf of the
(b) to the appropriate institution or pro-
Academic Board, the retention of examina-
fessional body results of candidates
tion material shall be as follows:
in examinations leading to an award
(a) all written examinations and other
of the body concerned.
forms of assessment that were exam-
16. Boards of Examiners shall publish pass lists
ined during a candidate’s course of
of candidates who have successfully com-
study shall be preserved until six
pleted the final examinations leading to a
months following the date on which
degree, diploma, certificate or other aca-
the candidate qualified, or was due to
demic distinction of the University, and an
qualify, for an award;
academic progress list of other candidates,
(b) the six-month period shall be
who are not at a stage in their course of
extended until three years following
study leading to a degree, diploma, certifi-
the date that any particular written
cate or other academic distinction of the
transcript and other form of assess-
University.
ment was examined.
17. All candidates shall be provided with a
20. Candidates shall not have access to exami-
written record of the decision, which the
nation scripts.
Board of Examiners has taken about their
progress. Work on which cumulative and other
forms of assessment have been used may
18. When a module that contributes to a final
be returned to the candidates on a written

undertaking that it shall be given back, if P R E S E N TAT I O N OF EVIDENCE OF

required, at any time. Failure on the part of E X T E N U AT I N G C I R C U M S TA N C E S
a candidate to return work as required will
23. (a) Save in exceptional circumstances:
be sufficient reason for a Board of Examin-
• written medical evidence, or evi-
ers not to take the work into account in
dence of compassionate circum-
determining the results of the candidate.
stances relevant to the performance
Students who do not submit module proj- of a candidate in a written examina-
ect requirements in accordance with the tion must be presented to the Head
required deadlines will be deemed to have of School not later than seven work-
failed that part of the course. ing days following the examination;
• written medical evidence, or evi-
REVIEW OF DECISIONS ON dence of compassionate circum-
ACADEMIC PROGRESS stances relevant to the performance
of a candidate in cumulative or other
21. A candidate may request the Academic
forms of assessment must be pre-
Board to review a decision on academic
sented to the Head of School before
progress:
the date on which the work was due
(a) on the basis of extenuating circum-
to be submitted.
stances, relevant to his/her examina-
(b) Evidence of ill-health must be
tion performance which, in his/her
authenticated by the candidate’s
view, was not in the possession of the
medical advisor. Medical certificates
Board of Examiners at the time of the
should be forwarded directly to the
Board’s initial decision about his/her
Head of School. Self-certification will
academic progress;
not be accepted.
(b) on the basis of evidence of proce-
dural or other irregularities in the D I S S E R TAT I O N / M A J O R P R O J E C T
conduct of the examinations.
Where the submission of a dissertation is
22. Students are required to pay the Examina- required, two copies of each satisfactory disser-
tion Review Fee in accordance with current tation shall be lodged with the Registrar and
University rates. shall become the property of the University. A
summary or abstract of the work not exceeding
300 words in length shall be bound in with
each copy. One copy shall be deposited in the
University Library.
R E G U L AT I O N 4 : E X A M I N AT I O N P R O C E D U R E
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R E G U L AT I O N 5 ( S TAT U T E X I I I )
CONDITIONS AND PROCEDURES GOVERNING STUDENT

ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT
1.0 G E N E R A L A P P L I C AT I O N
1.1 The following conditions and procedures apply to academic misconduct such as
irregularities in University and School Department examinations, as well as other
forms of academic malfeasance. These specifically apply to:
1.1.1 University final theory, oral or practical examinations;
1.1.2 Faculty examinations, which include all tests, assignments, oral and practical exami-
nations related to course work and projects at the School/Department level;
1.1.3 Other forms of academic misconduct.
2.0 ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT

Generally, academic misconduct consists of academic dishonesty or fraud or unethical behaviour:
those acts which have the effect of unfairly promoting or enhancing one’s academic standing or
assisting someone in the pursuit of such an end result. Acts of academic dishonesty are serious mat-
ters which subvert the integrity and credibility of the educational process. The University will, there-
fore, initiate action to discipline students who have engaged in acts of academic dishonesty, fraud
or unethical behaviour or conduct.
3.0 C AT E G O R I E S OF ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT

The assigning and evaluating of academic exercises in the form of essays, projects, laboratory
reports, presentations, tests and examinations is central to the educational process, both as guid-
ance to the student and as a means of maintaining appropriate standards of quality assurance for
accreditation purposes. It is required that all academic exercises submitted for evaluation and
course credit be the product of the student’s individual effort, except in the case of team projects
arranged and approved of as such by the instructor.
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R E G U L AT I O N 5 (S TAT U T E X I I I )
There are three categories of Academic Misconduct – gross, major and lesser offences.
3.1 Gross Offences
3.1.1 Offences Committed in an Examination
Examination Cheating constitutes an attempt on the part of the student/candidate
to undermine the University examination exercise; that is, any act carried out dur-
ing an examination for the purpose of obtaining credit to which he/she is not enti-
tled. Gross offences committed in an examination include:
a. Presenting oneself for another candidate for the purpose of taking a test or
examination; or by allowing oneself to be represented by another for the same;
b. Having prior knowledge of the content of an examination question paper and
using same in the examination;
c. Other offences not herein specified but which subvert or would subvert the
integrity and credibility of the educational process.
3.1.2 Offences Committed Outside an Examination
Gross offences committed outside of an examination shall be subject to the same
disciplinary procedures as if committed in an examination room, and include:
a. Possessing or collaborating with another person or persons in obtaining access
to an un-administered examination paper prior to start of the examination;
b. Selling or publishing un-administered examination papers or other work
assigned for purposes of academic credit;
c. Altering examination work after it has been evaluated;
d. Forging, altering or falsifying any academic record, or making use of any such
altered, forged, or falsified record for purposes of academic credit;
e. Other offences not herein specified but which subvert or would subvert the
integrity and credibility of the educational process.
3.2 Major Offences
3.2.1 Offences Committed in an Examination
These include:
a. Copying from another candidate’s paper;

b. Possessing/using unauthorized examination aids/devices/materials;

c. Knowingly allowing one’s work to be copied during an examination;
f. Collaborating with another candidate orally or in writing during the examina-
tion/test without permission;
g. Directly or indirectly giving assistance to another candidate during the exami-
nation;
h. Accepting unauthorized assistance whether directly or indirectly from another
individual in the sitting of an examination;
i. Any other act that would serve to subvert the examination procedures and
process and give unfair advantage to the perpetrator.
3.2.2 Offences Committed Outside an Examination
These include:
a. Fabricating research results, including false claims regarding research results,
interviews or procedures; the omission of statements regarding interviews, pro-
cedures, or experiments, where the omission cannot be justified;
b. Plagiarism: presenting any material, whether in written, oral or electronic , that is
attributable to, or the property of another person as one’s own work without
acknowledging the source from which the material is taken. Merely changing
the words in someone else’s work still constitutes plagiarism. This includes in
whole or in part, but is not limited to the following material: articles, essays, jour-
nals, diagrams, graphs, tables, computer software, GIS files, photographs, digital
images, designs, models, maps, dissertations, reports, projects, lectures, music or
other works of art;
Some ways of avoiding plagiarism include using direct quotations, paraphras-
ing with acknowledgement of the source for example URL addresses, author,
year, publisher and page where possible;
c. Representing as one’s individual writing and/or final product a jointly written or
produced submission of any description, unless the instructor has approved a
co-authored submission;
d. Submitting work for which credit has been previously obtained or is being
sought in another course or programme of study in the University or

elsewhere, without authorization from the Faculty concerned;
e. Producing a paper, lab report, or other assignment for another student;
f. Copying another person’s paper, lab report or other assignment;
g. Conducting research in an unethical manner;
h. Engaging in any other irregularity not specified in this Regulation, but from
which an unfair advantage can be obtained.
3.3 Lesser Offences
These offences include:
3.3.1 Commencing to answer the paper before the official “start” time of the
examination;
3.3.2 Non-observance of the official “stop” time for the examination;
3.3.3 Other acts so deemed by the Academic Board.
4.0 PROCEDURAL RULES

4.1 If a candidate is suspected of cheating in an examination, the following sequence
of steps should be adhered to:
4.1.1 The circumstances should be carefully noted and documented by the
Chief Invigilator and all supporting evidence, excluding answer booklet,
confiscated;
4.1.2 The candidate shall be warned, but allowed to complete the examination;
4.1.3 A written statement shall be requested from the candidate at the end of
the examination;
4.1.4 Both the Chief Invigilator and the Invigilator who discovered the candi-
date’s misconduct shall, at the end of the examination, provide detailed
written statements of the misconduct as well as confiscated supportive
evidence to be handed over to the Head of School (HoS) of the Faculty
concerned, copied to the Dean of the Faculty and the Examinations
Officer/Manager. Failure to adhere will result in dismissal of the Chief
Invigilator and/or Invigilator.

4.1.5 The HoS shall immediately conduct preliminary investigations into the
matter and submit a written report of the findings (including all the evi-
dence) to the Assistant Registrar, Academic Affairs, copied to the Dean of
the Faculty, normally within three (3) working days;
4.2 In other forms of academic misconduct, the following will apply:
4.2.1 The circumstances should be carefully noted and documented and all
supporting evidence secured;
4.2.2 The matter shall be reported to the Head of School, copied to the Dean;
4.2.3 The Head of School shall warn the student in writing that s/he may have
committed a breach of the University’s Regulations Governing Academic
Misconduct. The letter should indicate the Regulation breached and the
misconduct;
4.2.4 The student shall be requested to submit a written response, on receipt of
the letter;
4.2.5 The Head of School shall immediately conduct investigations into the
matter and submit a written report of the findings, including all the evi-
dence, to the Assistant Registrar, Academic Affairs, copied to the Dean of
the Faculty and the Examinations Officer/Manager normally within three
(3) working days;
4.3 The Assistant Registrar, Academic Affairs, in collaboration with the HoS will deter-
mine if there is a case. If there is a case, the Assistant Registrar, Academic Affairs
shall constitute the Academic Misconduct Inquiry Panel to hear the matter.
NOTE: If the student wishes to admit to the charge (4.1.3 and 4.2.4) s/he may do so in writing to the Assis-
tant Registrar, Academic Affairs at any stage of the proceedings. In such instances, the student shall be
called before the Academic Misconduct Inquiry Panel to hear its decision in regard to penalty.
5.0 AC A D E M I C M I S CO N D U C T I N Q U I R Y PA N E L ( A M I P )
5.1 The AMIP shall be a standing committee constituted by the Academic Board and
shall have authority to:
5.1.1 Establish whether there has been an infraction;
5.1.2 Determine the category of academic misconduct;
5.1.3 Make a ruling on the sanction(s) to be applied. The sanctions shall be in

accordance with the levels and categories of penalties as laid out in these
regulations governing academic misconduct;
5.1.4 Inform the student of its decision through the Assistant Registrar,
Academic Affairs.
5.2 The AMIP shall meet within ten (10) working days after receipt of the formal report
from the HoS, to consider the allegation save and except when the University is
closed or on a semester break; in such instances AMIP shall meet within ten (10)
working days of the resumption of classes.
5.3 A Notice of the meeting of the Academic Misconduct Inquiry Panel (AMIP) shall be
served on the student by the Assistant Registrar, Academic Affairs at least three (3)
working days prior to the meeting of the Panel.
5.4 If the student charged with an offence does not attend the inquiry on the date and
at the time appointed, without prior satisfactory written explanation having been
received by the Assistant Registrar, Academic Affairs, the AMIP may deal with the
matter and, if appropriate, impose a penalty in the student’s absence.
5.5 The AMIP shall:
5.5.1 Review the written reports before it (the Chief Invigilator may be invited to
give an oral report and/or clarify any matter in the report submitted);
5.5.2 Outline to the student or his/her representative the alleged breach;
5.5.3 Invite the student or his/her representative to respond;
5.5.4 Invite the witness(es) to address the panel;
5.5.5 The AMIP shall submit a report of its findings, decisions and recommenda-
tions to the next meeting of the Academic Board.
5.6 Membership of AMIP
No person involved in bringing the complaint shall be a member of the AMIP
adjudicating the said complaint. The AMIP shall consist of:
5.6.1 Dean of a Faculty (not the Faculty in which the student concerned is regis-
tered) – Chair. If the alleged breach involves students from all Faculties, the
Deputy President, or the Registrar shall assume the Chair.

5.6.2 Dean (or another senior member appointed by him/her) of the Faculty in
which the student concerned is registered;
5.6.3 A member of the Academic Board, nominated by the Academic Board,
who should not be a dean or student;
5.6.4 The Assistant Registrar, Academic Affairs or the person acting in that
capacity;
5.6.5 The student representative on the Academic Board or another student
appointed by the Students’ Council;
5.7 In Attendance
The following persons may be required to be in attendance:
5.7.1 The Chief Invigilator for the examination in which the alleged breach
occurred;
5.7.2 The Invigilator who identified the breach if different from the Chief Invigi-
lator (as required);
5.7.3 The student against whom the case has been brought;
5.7.4 A Counsellor;
5.7.5 The Lecturer in whose examination/class/course the alleged breach
occurred (as required);
5.7.6 Student’s Representative (if any);
5.8 Secretariat
Student Relations Office.
6.0 APPEALS
Appeals shall be restricted to procedural matters, issues of leniency or submission of fresh evidence
not available at the time of the hearing.
6.1 Filing an Appeal
On receipt of the AMIP’s/Academic Board’s findings and decision, the candidate
can appeal the decision by writing to the Registrar. The appeals process must
commence with the filing by the student of:
(a) A Notice of Appeal (Form 1)
(b) Grounds for Appeal (Form 2)

(c) The name of the person who will represent the Appellant at the review of the
findings of the SAC.
Notice and Grounds of Appeal must be filed within 5 working days of the
release of the findings of the AMIP and the name of his/her representative at
least three (3) working days, prior to the hearing. The “Grounds of Appeal” form
can be collected from the Student Relations Office, located on the ground floor
of the Main Administrative Building.
6.2 Special Appeals Committee (SAC)

The Registrar shall refer the matter to the Special Appeals Committee within three
working days of the appeal, provided that all relevant information has been provided.
The Special Appeals Committee (SAC) shall review the reasons given for the deci-
sion of the AMIP and the notes of the hearing, and shall invite the Appellant and/or
his representative to address them on the grounds of appeal. The SAC can ask
questions of the representative(s) and, if necessary, ask the Chairman of AMIP to
respond. The witness(es) shall then be heard.
Having reviewed the notes of the hearing, reasons for the decision of the AMIP, and
heard the submissions of the parties, the Special Appeals Committee may confirm,
reverse or vary the recommendations of the AMIP.
Note: The findings and decision of the Special Appeals Committee shall be endorsed by
the Academic Board, save and except in any instance where the SAC recommends
expulsion. In such an event, the recommendation for expulsion shall be submitted to
the Council for a determination.
The Registrar shall communicate the Council’s decision to the candidate.
6.3 Membership
The Special Appeals Committee members shall comprise persons who have not
been members of the AMIP and shall consist of:
6.3.1 The President or Deputy President – Chairman;
6.3.2 One senior academic staff member (not the invigilator or course examiner
in the case of cheating) nominated by the Registrar;

6.3.3 A student representative appointed by the Students’ Council.

6.4 In Attendance
6.4.1 The Chairman of AMIP or a member of the Panel, nominated by him/her;
6.4.2 Other persons as determined by the SAC.
7.0 RIGHT TO R E P R E S E N TAT I O N

7.1 The Student
The student has the right to call witnesses and have a representative at all levels of
the proceedings, if so desired, and shall communicate his/her intent in writing to
the Registrar at least three working days prior to the hearing.
7.2 The University
The University reserves the right to have legal representation at any or all levels of
the proceedings.
7.3 Legal Costs
Where the appeal is dismissed, the candidate is required to pay the costs of the
legal representation of the University, subject to the procedures and awards of
costs established in the several courts in the island of Jamaica.
8.0 S A N C T I O N S / P E N A LT I E S
Sanctions/Penalties apply to all forms of academic misconduct.
8.1 Gross and Major Offences
Sanctions for the infringement of examinations rules and regulations apply to
those categories specified in 3.1.1 (a– c); section 3.1.2. (a– e); section 3.2.1 (a–i) and
3.2.2 (a–h) above, as follows:
8.1.1 For infringements under Gross Offences: 3.1 a & b and 3.2 a, b, c, d & e
expulsion from the University by the University Council.
8.1.2 For infringements under Major Offences: disqualification of course work
and examination in which the breach occurred (zero mark assigned) and
suspension from the University for a period of one academic year of study
(two semesters and one Summer Session). The offender will be required to
repeat the course work and examination following the period of

suspension.
8.1.3 A second breach under Major Offence will attract the ultimate sanction of
expulsion.
Note: i. The sanction shall be effective from the date that the alleged breach occurred.
ii. In instances where sanctions are applied, no refunds of fees will be made.
iii. The period of suspension shall be counted as part of the maximum allowable
time for programme completion.
iv. Students who have been suspended will only be eligible for ‘pass’ certification.
8.2 Lesser Offences
Infringements under 3.4 are regarded as being less severe; such offences shall
attract lesser sanctions as outlined hereunder:
8.2.1 For a first offence, the offender shall be cautioned and a file note made.
8.2.2 For a second offence of the same nature, a written warning shall be issued
and a copy placed on the student’s file; and this copy will be removed on
completion of the programme if no further offence of the same nature is
committed.
8.2.3 Further offences of the same nature shall be deemed major and shall be
dealt with as outlined in Section 4 of this Regulation.
9.0 CONFIDENTIALIT Y CLAUSE

9.1 Each party and participant in disciplinary proceedings instituted by virtue of these
regulations including, but not limited to, students and members of the various
committees mentioned, namely the Academic Misconduct Inquiry Panel, the Aca-
demic Board and the Special Appeals Committee shall, at all times, keep confiden-
tial any information of a confidential nature obtained in the course of such
proceedings and shall not use or disclose such information except in accordance
with the order of a court of competent jurisdiction.
9.2 Information of a confidential nature shall include but not be limited to all informa-
tion disclosed by one party to the other whether in writing, verbally or otherwise.

ORDINANCE 1999/14 – STUDENT DISCIPLINE
1.0 RESPONSIBILITY FOR DISCIPLINE

Subject to the provisions of Section 22 Statute IV (5), of the University of Technology, Jamaica Act
1999, the Council is responsible for the discipline of the students of the University and procedures
related thereto. Nothing in this Ordinance shall preclude the provisions of regulations and proce-
dures governing examination cheating and disciplinary arrangements contained in the Library
Regulations having jurisdiction and application, provided that these Regulations have been
approved by the Council following consultation with the Academic Board. The Council at its meet-
ing held on March 18, 2008 delegated its responsibility for student discipline to the President.
2.0 BREACH OF DISCIPLINE

2.1 Breach of discipline shall include but not be limited to misconduct or omissions
stated in schedule A
2.2 Breach of discipline shall be minor, major or gross misconduct.
3.0 OFFENCES: JURISDICTION

The appropriate officer shall have jurisdiction to investigate and punish minor offences in
accordance with procedure stated in 4.1 of this Ordinance.
The following persons are designated as appropriate officers empowered to act in
accordance with this Ordinance in relation to offences within their area of responsibility:
• President
• Deputy President
• Vice Presidents
• Deans
• Heads of Schools/Departments
• University Librarian
• Directors (Administrative)
• Assistant Registrars
• Chief of Security
• Resident Life Managers
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• Any person acting in the above capacity

• Any other person so designated by the Registrar of the University
The Disciplinary Committee shall have jurisdiction to investigate and punish major
offences and offences of gross misconduct in accordance with the procedures stated in 4.2
of this Ordinance.
4.0 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE

4.1 Minor Offences
4.1.1 The appropriate officer shall cause a written allegation of the offence to be submit-
ted to his office within three (3) days of an oral report or shall make a written nota-
tion of an allegation.
4.1.2 A copy of the allegation shall be served on the student within seven (7) days of the
written report/notation and the student shall acknowledge receipt of same or a
notation of non-acknowledgement shall be made by the person serving.
4.1.3 The student shall submit a written response to the allegation within seven (7) days
of receipt and the appropriate officer shall, upon receipt of the response or in any
event within 14 days, either impose a penalty in accordance with Schedule B or dis-
miss the allegation. A record will be kept in the Division/Department/Faculty and
will expire after six months if the offence is not repeated or if no other offence of a
disciplinary nature is committed.
4.1.4 The appropriate officer, before making a decision under 4.1.3, may call a panel of
enquiry within two working days of the receipt of the written response if the cir-
cumstances deem this necessary. The student shall be informed in writing by the
appropriate officer of the date, time and place of the meeting at least three days
before the meeting. The panel shall submit a written report to the appropriate
officer within seven (7) days of its meeting.
4.1.5 The appropriate officer may call oral evidence or may direct the panel of enquiry to
do the same.
4.1.6 The appropriate officer shall inform the student, in writing, of the decision taken
under 4.1.3 within seven (7) days and of the right of final appeal to the President, if
punishment is imposed.

4.1.7 If the alleged offender does not attend a panel of enquiry on the date and
at the time appointed, without prior satisfactory written explanation hav-
ing been received, the appropriate officer named in section 3.1 may deal
with the matter and, if necessary, impose a penalty in the student’s
absence.
4.1.8 A complainant or witness summoned to attend a meeting arranged by an
appropriate officer under section 3.1 or enquiry panel under section 4.1.4
who fails to attend without due cause may be liable to disciplinary
proceedings.
4.1.9 If the student is not prepared to accept the decision of the appropriate
officer/panel who has dealt with the alleged offence, the student has the
right of final appeal in writing to the President through the Registrar
within ten days of the notification of the decision. An appeal may be
brought against the procedure, the decision, or against the penalty where-
upon the grounds must be stated briefly and clearly.
4.1.10 The President shall have the power to set aside, vary, confirm or advise the
Registrar to refer the matter to the Disciplinary Committee.
4.1.11 In determining appeals, the Disciplinary Committee shall follow the
procedure set out in Schedule C of this Ordinance.
4.1.12 The Disciplinary Committee may set aside, vary or confirm the decision
taken by the appropriate officer/inquiry panel/President or may set aside
or vary the penalty imposed. There shall be no further appeal from a deci-
sion taken by the Disciplinary Committee under this section unless the
Committee has imposed a greater penalty.
4.2 Major Offences (See Schedule A)

4.2.1 All major offences shall be reported immediately to the President who
may suspend or exclude the student, pending investigation and determi-
nation of the allegation in accordance with Section 5 of this Ordinance.
4.2.2 The President shall cause a written allegation of the offence to be submit-
ted to the Registrar’s Office, copied to the Director of Safety and Security,
within 24 hours of an oral report or shall give instructions for a written
notation of the allegation to be forwarded to the Registrar’s Office copied

to the Chief of Security.
4.2.3 A copy of the allegation or a letter outlining the allegation shall be served
on the student within 24 hours of the written report/notation and the
student shall acknowledge receipt of same or a notation of non-acknowl-
edgement shall be made by the person serving. Offences deemed crimi-
nal, must be reported to the Police by the Director of Safety and Security.
4.2.4 The student shall submit a written response to the allegation to the Regis-
trar’s Office within 3 days of receipt.
4.2.5 The Registrar shall, upon further investigation, either impose appropriate
penalty in accordance with Schedule B, refer the matter to the Disciplinary
Committee; or refer the matter to the President.
4.2.6 In all circumstances when oral testimony or evidence is required to do
justice, the Registrar shall refer the matter to the Disciplinary Committee.
4.2.7 When the Registrar imposes an appropriate penalty under Schedule B,
the Registrar shall, within 24 hours, inform the student in writing of his
decision and the right of appeal to the Disciplinary Committee and shall
inform the President.
4.2.8 When the Registrar refers a matter to the President instead of imposing a
penalty under 4.2.5, and the President imposes a penalty, the Registrar
shall, within 24 hours, inform the student of the penalty and the right of
appeal to the Disciplinary Committee on receipt of information under
4.2.7.
4.2.9 The President shall have the power to set aside, vary, confirm or advise the
Registrar to refer matter to the Disciplinary Committee.
4.2.10 In investigation or appeals, the Disciplinary Committee shall follow the
procedures set out in Schedule C of this Ordinance.
4.2.11 The Disciplinary Committee may set aside, vary or confirm the decision
taken by the Registrar or may set aside or vary the penalty imposed under
4.2.5 and shall inform the student in writing with three (3) days of its
decision and of right of further appeal to the Appeal Board.

4.2.12 The procedure of appeal or further appeal to the Appeal Board is as

stated in Schedule D.
4.3 Gross Misconduct
4.3.1 All gross misconduct shall be reported immediately to the President who
may suspend or exclude the student pending investigation and determi-
nation of the allegation in accordance with Section 5 of this Ordinance.
4.3.2 The President shall cause a written allegation of the offence to be submit-
ted to the Registrar, copied to the Director of Safety and Security within 24
hours of an oral report or shall give instructions for a written notation of
the allegation to be forwarded to the Registrar, copied to the Director of
Safety and Security for submission to the Disciplinary Committee, for
consideration.
4.3.3 The Registrar shall serve the student with a copy of the written allegation
or a letter outlining the allegation and instruct the student to submit a
written response within 24 hours of receipt.
4.3:4 Following 4.3.3 at the expiration of the 24 hours, the Registrar shall refer
the matter with all relevant documents received or compiled to the
Disciplinary Committee.
4.3.5 In investigation or appeals, the Disciplinary Committee shall follow the
procedures set out in schedule C of this Ordinance.
4.3.6 The Disciplinary Committee may dismiss the allegation or impose a
penalty in accordance with Schedule B of this Ordinance and shall inform
the student in writing within seven (7) days of its decision and of right of
appeal to the Appeal Board.
4.3.7 The procedure of appeal to the Appeal Board is as stated in Schedule D of
this Ordinance.
5.0 SUSPENSION OR EXCLUSION BY THE PRESIDENT

The President may suspend any student or any other person studying at the University
from any or all studies at the University, and may exclude any student or other person
studying at the University or who is a candidate for an examination to be conducted at or
under the auspices of the University from the University or any part of the University and
its precincts and other premises owned or occupied by the University, for such period as
the President may determine but not lasting after the conclusion of disciplinary proceed-
ings (including an appeal, if any) in respect of that student.
5.1 The President shall report any such suspension or exclusion to the next meeting of
the Council and the Academic Board.
5.2 The President shall inform the student or other person in writing at the time of
suspension or exclusion of:
(a) The reason for the suspension or exclusion;
(b) The right of appeal to the Disciplinary Committee against such suspension or
exclusion.
(c) The right of appeal shall not apply to suspension or exclusion pending hearings.
5.3 A student who has been suspended from any class or classes, or excluded from the
whole or any part of the University by the President, may apply in writing to the
Disciplinary Committee for review of the decision through the Registrar within ten
days of the President’s decision. The application must state briefly the grounds on
which it is made.
5.4 In considering such applications, the Disciplinary Committee shall follow the
procedures set out in Schedule C of this Ordinance.
5.5 The Disciplinary Committee may amend, ratify or revoke the suspension or exclu-
sion of the student, or may forward a recommendation to the Council and the
Academic Board through the President, for the student’s expulsion from the
University.
5.6 The Disciplinary Committee shall report its decision or recommendation to the
President who shall inform the Council and Academic Board. No action shall be
taken on a decision or recommendation of the Committee until the period within
which the student may appeal to the Appeal Board has expired or, if an appeal has
been lodged within that period, until the decision of the Appeal Board is known.
5.7 Where the Disciplinary Committee, through the President, forwards a recommen-
dation to the Council and Academic Board for the student’s expulsion from the
University, it may direct, without reference to the Council and Academic Board, that
the student be suspended from any class or classes or excluded from any part of

the University or its precincts during the whole or any part of the period between
the time of its recommendation and the decision of the Appeal Board or, in a case
where the student does not exercise the right to appeal, the expiry of the period
within which that right may be exercised.
6.0 DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE
6.1 Subject to Statute XVIII 2-(2) of the Act, there shall be a Disciplinary Committee. The
Committee shall consist of the following members:
(a) three members of the Council, not being members of staff or a student, selected
by the President, one of whom shall be Chairman;
(b) three members of the academic staff, appointed by the Academic Board;
(c) the President of the Students’ Union or his/her nominee.
6.2 Three members shall constitute a quorum for meetings of the Committee provided
that one member appointed by the President and one member selected by the
Academic Board is in attendance.
6.3 If the Chairman is unavailable the Committee shall elect its own Chairman for the
duration of the meeting.
6.4 The penalties which may be imposed by the Disciplinary Committee may include
reprimand, suspension from academic or other privileges or a recommendation to
the Council and Academic Board for the student's suspension or expulsion from
the University as well as restitution and, in the case of damage to property or prem-
ises, a requirement to pay the cost, in whole or in part, of any damage caused.
6.5 When the Registrar receives a report of an alleged offence under Section 4.2 for
consideration by the Disciplinary Committee, the Registrar shall inform the student
of the details of the alleged offence and shall ask the student to respond in writing
within the prescribed time. If the student wishes to admit the charge s/he may do so
in writing to the Registrar on receipt of the notice and shall then appear before the
Disciplinary Committee to hear its decision in regard to the penalty. If the student
does not admit the charge the Disciplinary Committee shall meet to consider the
alleged offence and shall follow the procedure set out in schedule C of this
Ordinance.
6.6 If a student charged with an offence does not attend a disciplinary meeting on the
date and at the time appointed without prior satisfactory written explanation
having been received, the Disciplinary Committee may deal with the matter and, if
necessary, impose a penalty in the student’s absence.
6.7 A complainant or a witness who is summoned to attend a meeting of the Discipli-
nary Committee, and who fails to attend without due cause, may be liable to disci-
plinary proceedings under sections of this Ordinance. The Disciplinary Committee
shall determine whether the complainant or the witness has due cause for
absence.
6.8 The Disciplinary Committee shall report its decision or recommendation to the
President who may not take any action on a decision or recommendation of the
Committee until the period within which the student may appeal to the Appeal
Board has expired or, if an appeal was lodged within that period, until the decision
of the Appeal Board is known.
6.9 Where the Disciplinary Committee, through the President, forwards a recommen-
dation to the Council and Academic Board for a student’s expulsion from the Uni-
versity, it may direct, without reference to the Council and Academic Board, that the
student be suspended from any class or classes or excluded from any part of the
University or its precincts during the whole or any part of the time between the
recommendation and the decision of the Appeal Board or, in a case where the
student does not exercise the right to appeal, the expiry of the period within which
that right may be exercised.
6.10 Any student affected by a decision of the Disciplinary Committee has the right to
appeal in writing to the Appeal Board through the Registrar within ten (10) days of
the decision. The appeal may be against the decision of the Committee either in
whole or in part, and the appellant must state briefly the grounds on which it is
made.
7.0 THE APPEAL BOARD

7.1 Subject to the provisions of section 6.2, the composition of the Appeal Board shall
be: -

(a) A Chairman, not being a member of staff or a student, appointed by the Council;
(b) One member of the Council, not being a member of staff or a student,
appointed by the Council;
(c) two members of the Academic Board, appointed by the Academic Board;
(d) One student, appointed by the Students’ Union.
7.2 The Appeal Board shall be quorate, provided one member present has been
appointed by the Council, and one member present has been appointed by the
Academic Board.
7.3 No member of the Appeal Board shall have been a member of the Disciplinary
Committee at the time when it took the decision or made the recommendation
against which the student has appealed; no member shall have any direct or
indirect involvement in the case under consideration.
7.4 The Appeal Board may set aside, vary or confirm the decision of the Disciplinary
Committee or may set aside or vary the penalty imposed. There shall be no appeal
from a decision of the Appeal Board.
7.5 In determining appeals, the Appeal Board shall follow the procedures set out in
Schedule D of this Ordinance.
S C H E D U L E A – C L A S S I F I C AT I O N OF OFFENCES
The University, through the Office of the Registrar, shall have the right to classify offences.
MINOR OFFENCES
Minor Offences shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
1. Use of abusive, offensive or obscene language.
2. Being on campus under the influence of alcohol.
3. Failure to comply with a reasonable instruction given by an employee of the University.
4. Gambling on University property.
5. “Horse-play” or other similar conduct likely to cause injury to person or property.
6. Disruption of legitimate University activity.
7. Loitering in a prohibited zone.
8. Playing of loud and or offensive music on University property.

9. Using University property without permission.
10. Parking in an unauthorised zone or area.
11. Non-observance of University traffic regulations.
12. Non-compliance with school dress code.
13. Abuse of University e-mail facility.
14. Smoking in non-smoking areas.
15. Refusal to provide identification when asked to do so by an employee of the University, in
connection with security or breach of discipline.
16. Display of sexually suggestive or degrading material in the classroom/lecture theatre.
17. Use of study areas for purposes other than for the use intended
MAJOR OFFENCES
Major offences shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
1. Persistent commission of the offences classified as minor offences.
2. Causing damage or destruction to University property.
3. Causing damage to property or third party on University premises.
4. Failure to comply with a reasonable instruction given by an academic staff or senior administra-
tive staff or security personnel.
5. Fighting on University property.
6. Physical assault or battery of anyone on University property.
7. Threatening a University employee, fellow student or visitor.
8. Coming to school under the influence of illegal drugs.
9. Indiscriminate use of alcohol and illegal drugs on University property.
10. Stealing University property.
11. Stealing from a fellow University student or third parties.
12. Provoking or inciting students to riot or to behave in a disorderly manner.
13. Verbal threats or assaults to fellow students or third parties on University property.
14. Possession of dangerous substances or weapons on University property.
15. Possession of University property without permission.
16. Obstruction of teaching and learning.

17. Malicious abuse (verbal or physical).

18. Infringing safety regulations or disregarding notices concerning safety precautions in any part
of the University.
19. Impersonation or unauthorised possession of identification card.
20. Conduct aimed at putting the University in disrepute.
21. Discrimination on grounds of sex, disability, race, religion, class.
22. None payment of tuition or any other prescribed University fee.
23. Indecent/sexual assault
24. Assault/Battery
GROSS MISCONDUCT
Gross misconduct shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
1. Persistent commission of offences classified as major offences
2. Intentionally causing malicious damage to the University property or property of an employee
of the University or fellow student
3. Physical assault or battery of an individual on the University premises
4. Falsification of report, record, or any other document
5. Stealing University property
6. Unauthorised possession of University confidential document
7. Proven sexual immorality on University property
8. Provoking or inciting students to riot
9. Unauthorised use or disclosure of confidential information
10. Sexual harassment of student, visitor or employee of the university
11. Unauthorised possession of firearm or any lethal weapon or instrument on university property
12. Discharge of a firearm on University property
13. Commission or conviction of a criminal offence
14. Unauthorised access to record and databases of the University or any member of staff
15. Impersonation or unauthorised possession of identification card
16. Non-compliance with punishment made under disciplinary procedure
17. Conduct aimed at putting the University in disrepute
18. Rape
S C H E D U L E B – C L A S S I F I C AT I O N OF PUNISHMENT
The University, through the Office of the Registrar, shall have the right to classify punishment.
PUNISHMENT FOR MINOR OFFENCES
The University reserves the right to punish minor offences either individually or with a combination
of the following:
1. Exclusion from designated areas and/ or activities of the University.
2. Suspension from the University not exceeding one week.
3. Oral reprimand.
4. Written warning.
5. Order/Instruction to write and publish letter of apology.
6. Withdrawal of University privileges.
7. Withdrawal from University representation or Student Union representation.
8. Reimbursement of University/Employee/Student/Third party for damage at replacement cost.
PUNISHMENT FOR MAJOR OFFENCES
The University reserves the right to punish major offences either individually or with a combination
of the following:
1. Exclusion from University property or activities.
2, Suspension not exceeding three years from the University.
3. Written warning.
4. Binding student over to good behaviour.
5. Order/Instruction to write and publish letter of apology.
6. Withdrawal of University privileges.
7. Withdrawal from University representation or Student Union representation.
8. Reimburse University/employee/student/third party for damage at replacement cost.
9. Reimbursement of medical expenses resulting from physical injury.
PUNISHMENT FOR GROSS MISCONDUCT
The University reserves the right to punish gross misconduct either individually or with a combina-
tion of the following:

1. Withdrawal of University Certification.

2. Suspension.
3. Expulsion.
4. Reimburse University/employee/student/third party for damage at replacement cost.
5. Reimbursement of medical expenses resulting from physical injury.
SCHEDULE C: PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED BY THE DISCIPLINARY

COMMITTEE IN DEALING WITH OFFENCES AND APPEALS AGAINST
SUSPENSIONS OR EXCLUSIONS OR OTHER PUNISHMENTS
1.0 The Disciplinary Committee (through the Registrar) shall notify the student, in writing, to
appear before it, allowing at least five (5) working days notice of the hearing. The notice shall
give a brief statement of the alleged offence, and/or the reason for the suspension or exclusion.
At the same time the student shall be informed:
(a) Of the names of the members of the Disciplinary Committee.
(b) That any objection to any member of the Disciplinary Committee may be lodged with the
Registrar at least 48 hours before the hearing outlining the grounds of objection. Such
objection shall be for cause; no more than 2 such objections shall be permitted.
(c) That s/he may select a representative of his/her choice from the University membership
to make representation on his/her behalf before the Committee, and that s/he shall notify
the Registrar of the name of his/her elected representative at least 48 hours before the
hearing.
2.0 In the case of an alleged offence, if the student wishes to admit the charge, s/he may do so in
writing to the Registrar, on receipt of the notice. The student shall be called before the Commit-
tee to hear its decision in regard to penalty.
3.0 Hearings shall not be held in public.
4.0 The Committee has discretion to adjourn, continue or postpone a hearing. If the student does
not appear on the date and at the time appointed, and the Committee is satisfied that due
notice to appear has been received, it may proceed to deal with the matter and, if necessary,
impose a penalty in the student’s absence.
5.0 The names of witnesses called in support of the charge or the suspension or exclusion shall be
made known to the student at least 48 hours before the hearing. The names of witnesses called
by the student must be lodged with the Registrar at least 48 hours before the hearing. Persons
whose names are forwarded to the Registrar after this period will not be called as
witnesses.
6.0 A Chairman shall be appointed and shall have overall responsibility for presiding over the
committee and marshalling the evidence. The evidence in support of the charge or the suspen-
sion or exclusion shall be heard first, and then the evidence on behalf of the student. The
student concerned, and witnesses who are called, shall be subject to examination and
cross-examination in accordance with any procedural directions of the Chairman.
SCHEDULE D: APPEAL BOARD

The following procedures shall be used in relation to appeals to the Appeal Board, which shall be
restricted to procedural matters, issues of leniency or submission of fresh evidence not available at
the time of the hearing.
1. When an appeal has been lodged, the Appeal Board (through the Registrar) shall notify the
student in writing of the hearing. The student shall be notified of the date, place and time of the
hearing. At the same time the student shall be informed:
(a) of the names of the members of the Appeal Board and the rule regarding the appropriate
quorum;
(b) the student may be represented by a member of the University, who shall be entitled to
make representation on behalf of the appellant student;
(c) the student shall inform the Registrar of the name of his representative at least 48 hours
before the appeal is heard.
2. The Appeal Board shall itself decide on any objections to its members lodged by the student,
such objection shall be for cause and no more than 2 such objections shall be permitted. No
member to whom objection is raised shall take part in the decision in relation to membership,
and the Board may ask a member to withdraw when reaching its decision. The remaining
members, for the purposes of this section, shall constitute a quorum.
3. Hearings shall not be held in public.
4. The Appeal Board has the discretion to adjourn, continue or postpone a hearing. If a student
does not appear on the date and at the time appointed, and the Appeal Board is satisfied that
due notice to appear has been received, it may proceed to hear the appeal and, the Appeal
Board may dismiss the appeal in the absence of the student.
5. The appeal process must commence with the filing by the student of
(a) A Notice of Appeal (Form 1)

(b) Grounds for Appeal (Form 2)

(c) The name of the person who will represent the Appellant at the review of the findings of
the Disciplinary Committee by the Appeal Board.
(d) The Notice and Grounds of Appeal must be filled within seven (7) working days of the
release of the findings of the Disciplinary Committee.
(e) The Appellant must apply to the Disciplinary Committee within three (3) working days for
the written reasons for its decision, and for the notes of the hearing.
(f ) The written reasons must be supplied by the Disciplinary Committee within seven (7)
working days of receiving the request from the Appellant.
6. The Appeal Board shall review the reasons given for the decision of the Disciplinary Committee
and the notes of the hearing and shall invite the Appellant and/or his representative to address
them on the grounds of appeal. The Appeal Board can ask questions of the representative and
if necessary ask the Chairman of the Disciplinary Committee to respond. Having reviewed the
notes of the hearing, reasons for the decision of the Disciplinary Committee, and the submis-
sions of the parties, the Appeal Board may allow or dismiss the Appeal or make such findings as
in its discretion is just.
7. The student may be allowed to call or present fresh evidence at the discretion of the Appeal
Board, in which event the Appeal Board shall present any evidence to the contrary.
8. Decisions of the Appeal Board shall be by simple majority of the members attending. The
Chairman has the right to exercise a casting vote in the event of a tie of votes.
9. In cases where the Appeal Board rejects an appeal it may, at its discretion, confirm, reduce or
increase the penalty. The student shall be entitled to be heard in mitigation before the penalty
is determined.
10. Some other sanction may be imposed where the Committee dismisses the Appeal.
11. In determining the penalty, the Appeal Board may take into account any record of previous
misconduct in respect of which a disciplinary penalty has been imposed. In addition, the
Appeal Board shall examine the sanction imposed accordingly.
12. Minutes of the proceedings shall be kept by the Disciplinary Committee, which shall form part
of the record of the appeal submitted by the Appellant to the Appeal Board.
R E - D O E X A M I N AT I O N P O L I C I E S
A N D P R O C E D U R E S
(UNDER REVIEW)
1. A student who fails a module must redo 7. Only current students of the University are
the module, i.e., register for the module, eligible to register to re-do examinations.
attend classes, complete all coursework 8. Returning students are required to register
assignments, and sit the end-of-module and pay for re-do examinations during the
final examination. 3 payment periods specified under Signifi-
2. Opportunities for redoing a module may cant Dates in the Student Handbook: Octo-
be available during Semester 1 and 2 or ber for December; February for April/May;
the Summer Session of the current aca- and June for the July and August re-dos.
demic year. 9. Re-do fees are non-transferable to another
3. If a student registers for a re-do examina- session and are non-refundable.
tion and is absent from it, without permis- 10. Students are required to sit the examina-
sion, a failing grade will be awarded. tions for which they register during the
Permission to defer an examination for session for which they paid.
which a student registered must be
11. Only in unusual circumstances will permis-
obtained in writing from the Registrar, who
sion be granted to defer a re-do examina-
will give permission in writing.
tion. Such permission must be sought only
4. If a student fails a module that is a prereq- from the Office of the Registrar, in writing,
uisite for another module in the next or at least two weeks before the start of the
higher semester(s), s/he will be required to examination session. The application must
pass the re-do exam before registering for be accompanied by acceptable evidence
the requisite module. of extenuating circumstances.
5. Final and re-do examination scripts will be 12. Permission to defer a re-do exam will be
kept by the University for three years. given by the Registrar in writing.
6. Students shall not have access to examina-
tion scripts.
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ADD/DROP POLICY AND PROCEDURES

(UNDER REVIEW)
1.0 POLICY out dropping or withdraw from a module by

the stipulated deadlines a failing grade for the
Students may add or drop modules during
module will be on the transcript. See Regula-
the first two weeks of Semesters 1 and 2 and
tion 3 for withdrawal from modules.
the first week of the Summer Session.
1.1 ADD/DROP TIME FRAMES 2.0 PROCEDURES
Students wishing to add/drop modules must Any student wishing to add/drop a module
do so by completing and submitting the must complete the Add/Drop application form
Add/Drop Form to faculty offices by the end of available from the Faculty/School Office or the
the second week of classes in Semesters 1 and Admissions Office and first obtain the approval
2 and the end of the first week of classes in the of the Academic Advisor. Adding modules will
Summer Session. They must comply with any result in payment of additional fees where
faculty-specific requirements concerning these are in addition to modules covered in
attending lectures and laboratories and tuition fees already paid. Dropping a module
continue attending all classes until the may result in a refund of the tuition fee.
Add/Drop request has been fully approved. 1. Discuss the module(s) you want to
add/drop with your Academic Advisor to
Faculties/Schools are required to submit all
obtain advice. Complete the Add/Drop
approved Add/Drop forms to the Registrar by
form available from the College/Faculty/
the end of the third week of classes in the
School Office or the Admissions Office.
Semesters 1 and 2 and by the end of the
second week of the Summer Sessions. 2. Take the form to the lecturer of the class
you wish to add/drop, and have the
1 . 2 I M P L I C AT I O N S FOR TRANSCRIPT
lecturer sign the form.
If a module is dropped before the stipulated 3. Return the form to your Academic Advisor
deadline it will not appear on the student’s and have him/her sign the completed
transcript. If he/she stops attending class with- form.
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4. Take the completed form to the 2.1.3 PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

Programme Director for signing and
The Programme Director should review the
making changes to course diet.
student’s course diet and add/drop form and
2 . 1 A D M I N I S T R AT I V E R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S verify the accuracy of the information. The Pro-
gramme Director updates the student’s course
2.1.1 THE LECTURER
diet, and then submit the form to the Registrar-
The current and future lecturer of the Student Records Office for verification.
module(s) to be dropped/added should com-
2.1.4 THE REGISTRAR-STUDENT
plete and sign the relevant slots. By signing, the
RECORDS OFFICE
lecturer of the module to be added is indicat-
ing that space is available in the class. The Student Records Office will assess the
changes made on the Add/Drop form to
2.1.2 ACADEMIC ADVISOR
update student’s account/file.
The Academic Advisor should ensure that the
2.2 CUSTODY OF THE FORM
student is not applying to drop a module that is
needed to fulfil his/her professional goals The student should keep the original of the
and/or graduation requirements and sign the form after being signed off by the Programme
Add/Drop form. Director; the Programme Director keeps the
blue copy and submits this copy to the
Registrar – Student Records Office.
ADD/DROP GUIDELINES
(This information can be seen on the back of the Add/Drop form –copy of form is on page 165)
• Dropping a module during the first two weeks of Semesters 1 and 2 and the first week of the Summer
Session will result in the dropped module being removed from a student’s academic record.
• Add/Drops after three weeks are not allowed unless it is under extenuating circumstances
• Adding a module may attract the relevant fees.
• Fees for modules dropped after the end of the add/drop period will not be reimbursed, and the module
will be recorded as a withdrawal on the transcript.
• Ensure that the module to be dropped is not required for completion of programme.
• Ensure that the current timetable can accommodate added module(s).
• Consult your Academic Advisor before adding or dropping a module.
• The maximum number of modules that may be dropped within a semester is three.

UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, JAMAICA

DIVISION OF STUDENT SERVICES AND REGISTRAR
Application to Add/Drop a Module
Adding or dropping a module is the process of changing your course of study diet after you have already registered. (See
Add/Drop Guidelines overleaf and refer to Add/Drop Policy and Procedures for further details.)
STUDENTS\’S NAME __________________________________________________ ID# _________________

TELEPHONE: (H) _______________(O) ______________(C) ____________EMAIL: ____________________
SCHOOL ___________________________________________________________________________________
ACADEMIC YEAR _____________________________________ SEMESTER ________________________
CURRENT PROGRAMME: ___________________________________PROG. CODE: ___________________
MAJOR ______________________________________________MINOR ______________________________
DELIVERY MODE: [ ] FULL-TIME [ ] PART-TIME [ ] SUMMER [ ] OTHER __________________
ADD:
Module Module Name No. of Lecturer’s Name Lecturer’s Signature
Code Credits
DROP:
Module Module Name No. of Lecturer’s Name Lecturer’s Signature
Code Credits
REASONS(S) FOR CHANGE ___________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________
SIGNATURE OF STUDENT _____________________________________________DATE: ________________
ACADEMIC ADVISOR’S COMMNENTS:
____________________________________________________________________________________________
ACADEMIC ADVISOR’S SIGNATURE _______________________________________ DATE _____________
PROGRAMME DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS :
____________________________________________________________________________________________
PROGRAMME DIRECTOR’S APPROVAL: [ ] YES [ ] NO
SIGNATURE _________________________________________ DATE____________________
REGISTRAR’S COMMENTS :
____________________________________________________________________________________________
REGISTRAR’S APPROVAL: [ ] YES [ ] NO
SIGNATURE _________________________________________ DATE____________________
For Office Use Only

Refund Percentage: ……….% If no, indicate reason:
Add Fee: (Yes) (No) ( ) Module dropped at same time ( ) Administrative waiver of fee
( ) Course fee already charged ( ) Added prior to start of term
C R E D I T A L LO C AT I O N P O L I C Y F O R
M A J O R A N D M I N O R U N D E R G R A D UAT E
C O U R S E S O F S T U D Y S P E C I A L I S AT I O N
POLICY
(UNDER REVIEW)
The policy presents the division of the speciali- MAJOR/MINOR S P E C I A L I Z AT I O N I N A
sation credits to enable “major and “minor” COURSE OF STUDY
specialisation descriptors in a course of study.

A course of study with a major/minor speciali-
Although the courses of study in the University sation includes a major as well as a minor
frequently exceed the 120–130 credit hour specialisation which is a combination of
range prescribed (because of professional courses designed to provide a cohesive intro-
requirements or international comparability) duction to an area of study beyond the major.
the percentage allocated to categories of mod- Major/Minor: 30–36% credit hours (major);
ules in a course of study remains constant. 16%–19%credit hours (minor).
MAJOR S P E C I A L I S AT I O N I N A
SINGLE MAJOR WITH EMPHASIS
COURSE OF STUDY
This is a course of study that has a single
A major specialisation is the primary focus of a
major with an area of emphasis which is a
course of study. It is a cohesive combination of
sub-specialisation within a major field.
modules, including introductory, intermediate,
and advanced modules that designate a Single major with emphasis: 36–42 credit hours
student’s primary area of specialization. (major) (28%–32%) + 26–32 credit hours
(20%–25%) (emphasis).
Single subject major: 46%– 52% credit hours
The calculation of the number of credits into
DOUBLE M A J O R S P E C I A L I Z AT I O N I N A
which these percentages translate in a specific
COURSE OF STUDY
course of study is based on the initial determi-
A double major consists of two majors. Double nation of the total number of credits in the
major: minimum 33 credits/maximum 37 credit course, and the application of the percentage(s)
hours each (25%–28% each major) to that credit total.
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SECTION I
A D D I T I O N A L I N F O R M AT I O N
O T H E R F R E Q U E N T LY A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S ( F A Q ’ s )
1. HOW DO I TA K E A B R E A K F R O M M Y in August/September for year-long students and

STUDIES? May for summer students. Your registration
schedule will indicate the specific date and time.
Apply to FSAAC for a leave of absence. Nor-
mally, approval is given for only one year. This
R E - D O R E G I S T R AT I O N
time period will be excluded from the calcula-
tion of the time taken to complete your 5.WHEN DO I REGISTER FOR A RE-DO?
programme.
In order to register for a Re-do you must have
2. HOW MUCH TIME DO I H AV E T O already registered as a student of the University
CO M P L E T E M Y CO U R S E O F S T U DY ? in the periods indicated in 6 above. Re-do regis-
tration normally takes place at the end of May
The maximum timeframe is the prescribed
(during Summer Session registration) for Sum-
timeframe (stated duration of the course of
mer/August exams, October for December,
study) plus 2 years.
February for April/May and June for July. The
3 . W H AT I S T H E PROCEDURE FOR dates are indicated in the Significant Dates
RE-ENTERING THE UNIVERSITY/A COURSE section of the Handbook. Missed exams will
O F S T U DY A F T E R A P E R I O D O F A B S E N C E ? be recorded as a failure.
Complete the Application for Readmission form 6.WHEN ARE RE-DO EXAMS OFFERED?
and the FSAAC form and deposit them in the
FSAAC box at the Front Desk, Administration During end-of-semester/summer session and
Building. July re-do exam periods.
R E G I S T R AT I O N E X A M I N AT I O N S
4. WHEN DO I REGISTER AS A STUDENT OF 7 . W H AT IF I MISS AN EXAM?

THE UNIVERSITY?
Notify your Head of School as soon as possible.
Registration takes place only 2 times per year – If it was due to illness, submit a medical certifi-
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cate within 5 working days of the missed exam. RE-DO EXAMS

Otherwise, you will be assigned a zero.
13. CAN I RE-DO A COURSE/EX AM WITHOUT
8 . W H AT D O I N E E D I N O R D E R TO SIT AN AT T E N D I N G C L A S S E S ?
END-OF-SEMESTER EXAM?
Not if you are a new student entering the Uni-
You need an Examination Card and valid UTech versity in the 2005/06 academic year or repeat-
ID card. ing the first year. You must redo the course, i.e.,
register for the failed course, attend classes,
9. HOW DO I O B TA I N M Y EXAM CARD?
complete all the coursework and sit the final
Cards are distributed at designated times dur- exam.
ing the weeks preceding the start of each Uni-
versity exam session. Dates are indicated in the GRADE REVIEW
Significant Dates section of the Handbook. Dis-
14. UNDER W H AT C O N D I T I O N S M AY I O B TA I N
tribution points are advertised on the Examina-
A GRADE REVIEW?
tion Notice-board outside the Administration
Building and on faculty/school notice-boards You may obtain a grade review only if there
and e:vision. Cards that are collected after the were extenuating circumstances not known to
start of the examination session will attract a the examiners, or evidence of irregularities in
penalty of $700. the conduct of the examination.
10. HOW DO I REPL ACE MY EXAM CARD? 15. HOW DO I A P P LY F O R A G R A D E R E V I E W ?
Pay the $200 fee at Accounts Receivable and Complete the Application for Grade Review
submit your receipt at the Reception Desk, form, pay the $640 per credit fee at Accounts
Administration Building. Receivable and submit the form and receipt to
your Faculty/School office. The submission of
11. WHERE DO I O B TA I N M Y E X A M R E S U LT S ? the form and receipt should take place during
the 2-week period following the posting of
SITS Vision results.
12. WITH WHOM DO I SPEAK REGARDING

A C A D E M I C S TAT U S
OMISSION OF MODULES FROM MY DIET?
16. HOW DO I EFFECT A TRANSFER?
You may speak with the Student Affairs
Assistant in your College/Faculty/School office. Complete the Request for Transfer form, in
triplicate, and submit to your current Head of N A M E C H A N G E A P P L I C AT I O N

School before July 31. Transfers are not auto-
19. HOW DO I A P P LY F O R A C H A N G E O F
matic and will be influenced by a variety of
NAME?
factors including your qualifications, academic
status, aptitude for the discipline and space Complete a Change of Information form avail-
availability. The form is available in your able at the Student Records Office, Administra-
faculty/school office and at the Front Desk, tion Building, by August 31 for the current
Administration Building. academic year.
ADD/DROP ID CARDS
17. HOW DO I ADD OR DROP A MODULE?
20. HOW DO I REPL ACE MY ID CARD?
Discuss the request with your Programme Pay the $1,000 fee at Accounts Receivable then
Director then complete the Request to apply to the Admissions Office, which will make
Add/Drop a Course form and submit it to your arrangements with the Safety & Security
faculty/school office within the first 2 weeks of Deparment for a replacement.
the commencement of classes.
21. HOW DO I CORRECT I N F O R M AT I O N O N
T R A N S C R I P T A P P L I C AT I O N AN ID CARD?
18. HOW DO I A P P LY F O R A TRANSCRIPT? First report the matter to the Admissions Office,
which will make arrangements with the Safety
A transcript is a record of the programme and
& Security Deparment for a replacement card
grades for courses (passed/failed) taken by a
to be done.
student and any certification earned. Complete
the Transcript/Statement/Status Letter form
G R A D U AT I O N
available from the Front Desk, Administration
Building, pay the fee at Accounts Receivables, 22. HOW DO I P R E PA R E F O R G R A D U AT I O N ?
and submit the form at the Front Desk.
By completing the Application to Graduate
form and, later on, registering to attend the
ceremony during the period indicated in the
section on Significant Dates (page 9)

I M P O R TA N T C O N TA C T N U M B E R S
Tel. Extension/s
College of Health Sciences

Dean Dr Eugenie Brown-Myrie 2316–17
Vice Dean Mrs Patricia Bullock 2511
Head of School:
• Dental Science Vacant
• Nursing & Allied Health Dr Phillip Onuoha
• Pharmacy Dr Sarafadeen Adebayo 2311
• Public Health (Slipe Road) Prof. Winston Davidson 948-8784/948-9057
Faculty Administrator Miss Delva Barnes 2312
The Built Environment

Dean Dr Carol Archer 2257
Heads of School:
• Building & Land Management (Actg.) Mrs Cadien Murray-Stewart 2333
• Head Caribbean School of Architecture Mr L. Mark Taylor 2355–6
Faculty Administrator Mrs Sonia Young 2256
Business and Management

Dean Prof. Gavin Chen 2368
Vice-Dean Dr Claudette Williams-Myers 2137
Heads of School:
• Business Administration (Actg.) Mrs Joan Lawla 2369
• Hospitality & Tourism Management (Actg.) Mrs Marilyn Robinson-Cornelius 2430
Faculty Administrator Mrs Sharon Anderson-Roach 2367
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Tel. Extension/s
Education & Liberal Studies

Dean Dr Haldane Johnson 2417–9
Vice Dean Dr Jennifer Hall
Head of School:
• Technical & Vocational Education Mrs Shermaine Barrett 2411
Head of Department:
• Liberal Studies Miss Sheila Coulson 2407/ 2183
Faculty Administrator Miss Verona Henry 2418
Engineering & Computing

Dean Mrs Charmaine Delisser 2166/3130
Vice Dean Dr Felix Akinladejo 2158
Heads of School:
• Computing & Information Technology (Actg.) Mr Arnett Campbell 2160
• Engineering Dr Nilza Smith 2220
Faculty Administrator Mrs Tracey-Ann Pessoa 2295/3130
Law
Dean Mr Kent Pantry 2238
Programme Director Miss Dawn McNeil 2530
Faculty Administrator Mrs Karen Rhule 2530
Faculty of Science & Sport

Director Dr Colin Gyles 2310
Heads of School/Department:
• Mathematics & Statistics (Actg.) Mr Errol Rowe
• Natural & Applied Sciences Dr James Smith
• Sport Sciences (Interim) Dr Neville Graham 2094

Tel. Extension/s
Faculty of Science & Sport (Cont’d)

Faculty Administrator Vacant
Associate Vice-Presidents
Continuing Education, Open & Distance Learning Dr Jeanette Bartley-Bryan 2197
Academic Management & Quality Assurance Dr Winsome Russell 2297
Directors
Snr. Director, Human Resource Management Mrs Jennifer Ellis 2086
Snr. Director, Planning & Development Miss Denise Stephenson 3125
Advancement Mr Hector Wheeler 2074
Snr. Director, Facilities Management Mr Oneil Roper 2450/ 2454
Sports & Physical Education Mr Anthony Davis 2096
Community Development & Service Mr Seymour Riley 2253
Computing & Engineering Entrepreneurial Centre Mr Owen Gunning 3571
Culture & the Arts Mrs Pat Ramsay 3201
Technology & Information Management Mr Glenville Boyne 2196
Procurement & Office Services Mrs Dennise Haldane 2105
Business Development Mrs Carmen Facey 2061
Managers
Compensations and Benefits Mrs Antoinnette Rockhead-Reid 2456
Corporate Communications (Actg.) Mrs Michelle Beckford 2299
Enterprise Applications Systems Vacant 2266
Health Services Management Mrs Heather G. White 2459
Tel. Extension/s
Managers (Cont’d)
Information Services (Actg.) Mr Craig Chin 2071/2550
Marketing (Actg.) Miss Kerry-Ann White 2077
Multimedia Design & Production Mr Carlyon Russell 3765
Planning & Projects Mr Omar Brown 2072
Office of Intellectual Property Ms Kayanne Taylor 2576/3225
Special Resource Officers

Communication (Self Access) Learning Centre Mrs Pamella H. Kelly 2447
Drug Information Service, Director Dr Eugenie Brown-Myrie 2311
Technology Innovation Centre (TIC) Vacant 2144/5
Administrative Officers
Assistant Registrar, Academic Services Mrs Mercedes Deane 2441
Assistant Registrar, Student Services Dr Eslyn Jones 2193
Accommodation Officer Mrs Angella Isaacs-Brown 2191
Accountant Receivable Miss Janet Murphy 2057
Admissions Officer Mr Barry Thomas 2104
Counsellor (Snr.) Mrs Patricia Eves-McKenzie 2460
Counsellor Mr Karl Whyte 2469
Employee Relations Officer Miss Ava Weatherly 2069
Examinations Officer Mrs Paulette Groves-Robinson 2000
Housekeeping Administrator Mrs Bevon March-Brown 2455
International Students’ Coordinator Mrs Janice Sinclair-Morgan 2179
Career and Placement Officer Mrs Dorsett Gabbidon-Pottinger 2030
Printery Supervisor Mr Patrick Vassell 2157
Recruitment & Workforce Planning Officer Miss Maureen Leslie 2811
Student Recruitment Officer Miss Kerry-Ann White 2075

Tel. Extension/s
Administrative Officers (Cont’d)

Financial Aid Officer Mrs Garcia Imoru 2192
Secretariat Administrator Mrs Charmagne Mortley 2148
Student Relations Officer Mrs Denese Brown-Bell 2008
Student Records Supervisor Miss Ann Lodge 2020
Resident Managers
Home/Office
Farquharson Hall Mr Michael Rhule 2469/2010
Mr Clavery Allen 2198/2464
Hall A Miss Petula White 2476/2134
Hall B Vacant 2495/2019
Hall E Miss Verona Henry 2488/2317
Hall F Mr Courtney Garrick 2487/2134
Garvey Hall Miss Stephanie Morris 3577/2008
Hall Extensions
Hall A 2477/2481/2478
Hall B 2492/2499
Hall E 2489/2493
Hall F 2482/2486
Garvey 2474/2475
Farquharson 2049/2471/2472/2063
THE UNIVERSITY SONG
Building a Future Together
With arts, science and technology
Let’s build a future together
A future that is like a ship
Sailing bravely through any weather
So as we seek to enrich our lives
And new horizons explore
UTech stands to point the way
To make our future secure
Chorus
University of Technology, Jamaica
We will always sing in praise of you
And the knowledge you give
Teaches us how to live
So to UTech we’ll always be true
You teach us to give of our best
To lend a hand, to inspire
To answer where‘er duty calls
And to aim yet higher and higher
Wherever our lives shall lead us
Your banner will be unfurled
As we proudly stand to serve
Our nation and the wide world.
Composed by Noel Dexter
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APPENDIX I
PROCEDURES FOR MAKING COMPLAINTS: A SUMMARY FOR STUDENTS
No
177
APPENDIX II
A D M I S S I O N A N D E N R O L M E N T: I M P L E M E N TAT I O N O F R E G U L AT I O N 3
( F O R R E T U R N I N G S T U D E N T S O N LY )
Progression
Promote Promote with Repeat on

Promote with redos
redos on academic academic probation
no academic probation*
probation
Academic Advisor Adjust Diet

on ISAS. Submits amended
diet on prescribed form to
Enrolled
Students Record Offfice
Attend Classes Enrolled
Exams
*Note: Students with Redos and who are not on Academic Probation wiil be required to pay for
these modules at the period designated for Redo payments.
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ROUTE ORIGIN DESTINATION VIA
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51EX Three Miles PApine Hagley Park Road, Half-Way-Tree, Hope Road
61 Gordon Town City Old Hope Road, Tom Redcam Drive, Marescaux Road, East Street
68 Irvine Hall City Hope Pastures, Old Hope Road, Cross Roads
75EX Six Miles Papine Molynes Road, Half-Way-Tree, Hope Road
77 August Town City Mountain View Avenue
77EX August Town City Mountain View Avenue
78 August Town City Papine, Cross Roads
78EX August Town City Papine, Cross Roads
102* Harbour View August Town East Street, Half-Way-Tree Road, Papine
128 Angels Papine Washington Boulevard, Molynes Road, Hope Road
303 Christian Gardens Papine Waterford, Portmore Toll Road, Hope Road
308 Naggo Head Papine Portmore Toll, Hope Road
319 Greater Portmore Papine Hellshire Main Road, Portmore Toll Road, Hagley Park Road, Hope Road
900 Half-Way-Tree Papine Hope Road
* Special Service for the disabled
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GLOSSARY
AFUTech – American Foundation of the University of Technology, Jamaica
AMIP – Academic Misconduct Inquiry Panel
ARAS – Assistant Registrar, Academic Services
BBA – Bachelor of Business Administration
BGSRE – Board of Graduate Studies, Research and Entrepreneurship
BUS – Board of Undergraduate Studies
CARPIN – Caribbean Poison Information Network
CEEC – Computing, Engineering and Entrepreneurial Centre
CEODL – Continuing Education and Distance Learning
COHS – College of Health Sciences
CSA – Caribbean School of Architecture
CSP – Community Service Programme
CUSA – Caribbean University Sports Association
DOLS – Department of Liberal Studies
DOM – Department of Mathematics
EAS – Enterprise Application Systems
FELS – Faculty of Education and Liberal Studies
FENC – Faculty of Engineering and Computing
FHAS – Faculty of Health and Applied Science
FOBE – Faculty of the Built Environment
FOBM – Faculty of Business and Management
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G L O S S A R Y
FSAAC – Faculty Student Academic Affairs Committee
GPA – Grade Point Average
ICT – Information Computer Technology
ID – Identification Card
IPSL – International Partnership of Service Learning
ISAS – Integrated Student Administrative System
JAMVAT – Jamaica Values and Attitudes Programme
JAWS – Job Access Work System
LIMS – Library Information System
MAIS – Master of Arts in International Service
OCDE – Office of Curriculum Development and Evaluation
ODUCC – Organización Deportiva Universitaria de Centroameríca y del Caribe
SBLM – School of Building and Land Management
SCIT – School of Computing and Information Technology
SGSRE – School of Graduate Studies, Research & Entrepreneurship
SHTM – School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
SLB – Students’ Loan Bureau
SOTAVE – School of Technical and Vocational Education
TIC – Technology Innovation Centre
UCJ – University Council of Jamaica
UNESCO – United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
WED – Workforce Education and Development
WiFi – Wireless Dial-up Connectivity
CALENDAR FOR YEAR 2009
January February March

Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa
1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 31
April May June

1 2 3 4 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
26 27 28 29 30 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30
31
July August September

1 2 3 4 1 1 2 3 4 5
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
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26 27 28 29 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30
30 31
October November December

1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 27 28 29 30 31
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CALENDAR FOR YEAR 2010
January February March

1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 28 29 30 31
31
April May June

1 2 3 1 1 2 3 4 5
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
25 26 27 28 29 30 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30
30 31
July August September

1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30
October November December

1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 26 27 28 29 30 31
31
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Telephone: (876) 927-1680–8

Printed & Published August 2009.

Message from the President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

INTRODUCTION TO THE UNIVERSITY / 23

DIVISION OF STUDENT SERVICES AND REGISTRY / 38

SUPPORT SERVICES FOR STUDENTS / 48

SECTION C: NE W AND RECENT DE VELOPMENTS

NEW AND RECENT DEVELOPMENTS / 62

Policy Governing the Use of Cellular Phones and Multimedia/

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SECTION F: SECURITY & STUDENT LIFE

STUDENT LIFE / 103

Council Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

PRESIDENT’S HONOUR ROLL/DEAN’S LIST / 117

DEGREES, DIPLOMAS AND C E R T I F I C AT E / 1 2 4

Prior Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Community Service Programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Undergraduate Degree, Diploma and Certificate Courses of Study

ORDINANCE 1999/14 – STUDENT DISCIPLINE / 147

Other Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

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I am happy to welcome new students to the University of

E ach year, as I welcome our new students and welcome back

One of the most important changes affecting new students is

It gives me great pleasure to welcome you all to the University

To those of you entering these gates for the first time as

Dr Eugenie Brown-Myrie Dr Carol Archer Prof. Gavin Chen Dr Haldane Johnson

Mrs Charmaine Delisser Mr Kent Pantry Dr Colin Gyles Dr Claudette Williams-Myers

Dr Jennifer Hall Dr Felix Akinladejo Mrs Patricia Bullock

Mr Arnett Campbell Mr Errol Rowe Dr Neville Graham

Miss Delva Barnes Mrs Sonia Young Mrs Sharon

Miss Verona Henry Mrs Tracey-Ann Pessoa Mrs Karen Rhule

CALENDAR YEAR 2010, SEMESTER 2 – ACADEMIC YEAR 2009/2010

April 15 Mentoring Closing Reception

April 16 Business & Computer Studies Conference (date subject to change)

April 19–24 Study Week

May 09–12 Check-out for all Halls of Residence Students

May 10–21 Online enrolment for Summer Session

May 10–21 Boarding registration of Summer Students

May 10–21 CSA exhibition

May 21 Family & Consumer Studies Conference (date subject to change)

May 23 (Sunday) Labour Day (To be observed on May 24th)

May 23–31 Poison Prevention Week

May 28 Check-in of Summer students on Dorm

May 28 MAIS Classes end (date subject to change)

ACADEMIC YEAR 2010/2011, SEMESTER 1

August 30 –December 1 8 Semester 1 2010/2011 (16 weeks)

College/Faculty Faculty Board Student Academic

Health Sciences Last Wednesday 2nd Friday

Built Environment Last Tuesday 3rd Wednesday

Business & Management Last Thursday 2nd Wednesday

Education & Liberal Studies Last Monday 3rd Thursday

Engineering & Computing Last Friday 2nd Friday

Law Last Wednesday 2nd Thursday

Note: Meetings are not held in July & December.

INTRODUCTION TO THE UNIVERSIT Y

HISTORY Technology, Jamaica Act 27 – 1999, which

T he University of Technology, Jamaica

of undergraduate certificate, diploma and entrepreneurial ventures and in the commer-

The University’s main campus is located within