Academic Calendar

WINL – Work Integrated Learning

WINL 200
Work Integrated Learning
3 Credits          Total (0-0-90)

The student engages in entry-level work integrated learning through employment with the agency that would typically last for one semester. Any placement needs department approval. After the successful completion of the placement, there is a demonstration of the learning accomplished. The contact hours are a minimum of 90 hours but can involve more depending on the placement.

Prerequisites: Second year standing and consent of the department.

WINL 300
Work Integrated Learning Individual Study
3 Credits          Total (0-0-90)

The student engages in work integrated learning through employment with the agency that would typically last for one semester. Any placement needs department approval. After the successful completion of the placement, there is a critical analysis/demonstration of the learning accomplished. The contact hours are a minimum of 90 hours but can involve more depending on the placement.

Prerequisites: Consent of the Department.

WINL 301
Work Integrated Learning Within a Class Setting
3 Credits          Total (0-0-135)

Students engage in work integrated learning through a placement with an agency or community organization involving either a paid (employment) or an unpaid (volunteer) position and course-based instruction. The aim is to enable students to develop the ability to integrate their learning through a combination of academic and work-related activities. Enrolment requires department/Faculty approval. Successful completion of the course involves both a placement component (e.g. work experience) and coursework in a group setting (e.g. class experience), including a critical analysis/demonstration of the learning accomplished. The contact hours are a minimum of 90 hours but can involve more depending on the placement.

Prerequisite: Consent of the Department.