Honours Bachelor of Digital Experience Design

494 Pages·2016·7.78 MB·English

May 2016

Submission:

Honours Bachelor of Digital Experience
Design

Applying for Ministerial Consent under
the Postsecondary Education Choice and Excellence Act, 2000

The Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU)
c/o The Universities Unit
900 Bay Street
9th Floor, Mowat Block
Toronto, ON M7A 1L2

Section 1 Introduction
1.1 College and Program Information

Name of the College: George Brown College of Applied Arts and Technology

URL for the College: georgebrown.ca

Proposed Degree Nomenclature: Honours Bachelor of Digital Experience Design

Location (specific address) where program is to be delivered:

St. James Campus
230 Richmond East
Toronto, Ontario M5A 1P4

Contact Information for person responsible for this submission:

Daphne Bonar, PhD
Manager of Degree Development and Academic Pathways
Room 224, 210 King Street East
Toronto, Ontario M5A 1J7

Phone: [phone] Ext. 2549
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]

Site Visit Coordinator (if different from above):

Daphne Bonar, PhD
Manager of Degree Development and Academic Pathways
Room 224, 210 King Street East
Toronto, Ontario M5A 1J7

Phone: [phone] Ext. 2549
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]

George Brown College – Honours Bachelor of Digital Experience Design 3
1.2 Expert Reviewer Nominations (removed for web version)

George Brown College – Honours Bachelor of Digital Experience Design 4
1.3 Table of Contents

Section 1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 College and Program Information................................................................................................. 3
1.2 Expert Reviewer Nominations (removed for web version) .......................................................... 4
1.3 Table of Contents .......................................................................................................................... 5
1.4 Executive Summary ..................................................................................................................... 11
1.5 Program Abstract ........................................................................................................................ 20
Section 2 Degree Level Standard ........................................................................................................ 21
Section 3 Admission, Promotion and Graduation .............................................................................. 33
3.1 Admission Requirements for Direct Entry .................................................................................. 33
3.1.1 Degree Programs ................................................................................................................ 33
3.1.2 Direct Entry – Admission Requirements ............................................................................. 34
3.1.3 Direct Entry – Other Admission Requirements ................................................................... 34
3.2 Admission Policies and Procedures for Mature Students ........................................................... 35
3.3 Promotion and Graduation Requirements ................................................................................. 36
3.3.1 Grading System ................................................................................................................... 36
3.3.2 Promotion and Graduation ................................................................................................. 38
3.3.3 Remediation, Sanctions and Suspensions ........................................................................... 38
3.4 Advanced Standing Policies and Requirements .......................................................................... 38
3.4.1 Credit Transfer/Recognition ............................................................................................... 38
3.4.2 Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition ....................................................................... 39
3.4.3 Advanced Standing – Degree Completion Arrangements .................................................. 39
Section 4 Program Content ................................................................................................................. 41
4.1 Overview of Program Development and Structure .................................................................... 41
4.1.1 Curriculum Development Team (names removed for web version) .................................. 41
4.1.2 Curriculum Development Process ....................................................................................... 42
4.1.3 Program Structure ............................................................................................................... 44
4.1.4 Program Outcomes ............................................................................................................. 46
4.1.5 Bridge Pathways from Diploma to Degree.......................................................................... 52
4.2 Program Advisory Committee (PAC) ........................................................................................... 52
4.2.1 PAC Membership ................................................................................................................ 52
4.2.2 PAC Meeting Minutes – July 9, 2015 .................................................................................. 53
4.2.3 PAC Meeting Minutes – December 10, 2015 ...................................................................... 54
George Brown College – Honours Bachelor of Digital Experience Design 5
4.3 Learning Outcomes ..................................................................................................................... 56
4.3.1 Degree Outcomes and Corresponding Courses .................................................................. 56
4.3.2 Program Outcomes and Corresponding Courses ................................................................ 58
4.4 Course Descriptions .................................................................................................................... 67
4.4.1 Core Course Descriptions .................................................................................................... 67
4.4.2 Non-Core Course Descriptions ............................................................................................ 75
4.5 Course Schedules ........................................................................................................................ 90
4.5.1 Course Schedule 1(removed for web version) .................................................................... 90
4.5.2 Course Schedule 2 ............................................................................................................... 90
4.6 Work Integrated Learning ........................................................................................................... 98
4.6.1 Work Experience Opportunities.......................................................................................... 98
4.6.2 Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Outcomes ........................................................................ 99
4.6.3 Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Evaluation ....................................................................... 99
4.6.4 Support for Work Experience............................................................................................ 100
4.6.5 SAMPLE Work Term Student Handbook ........................................................................... 102
4.6.6 SAMPLE School of Design Field Education Learning Contract .......................................... 103
4.6.7 Work Integrated Learning Course Outline ........................................................................ 104
4.7 Core Course Outlines ................................................................................................................ 109
4.7.1 Non-Core Course Outlines ................................................................................................ 284
4.8 Pathways ................................................................................................................................... 284
4.8.1 Bridging Pathway – Interaction Design and Development Diploma Graduates ............... 285
4.8.2 Core Bridging Course Descriptions .................................................................................... 286
4.8.3 Bridge Course Outlines...................................................................................................... 287
4.8.4 Gap Analysis – George Brown College Diploma Program ................................................. 305
4.8.5 Bridging Pathways from Other Programs in Ontario ........................................................ 313
Section 5 Program Delivery .............................................................................................................. 314
5.1 Delivery Methods ...................................................................................................................... 314
5.2 Quality Assurance of Delivery ................................................................................................... 315
5.2.1 Program Review ................................................................................................................ 315
5.3 Student Feedback ..................................................................................................................... 316
5.3.1 Student Feedback Questionnaire (SFQ) – In Class Course ................................................ 316
5.3.2 Student Feedback Questionnaire (SFQ) – Field Experience .............................................. 318
5.3.3 Other Sources of Student Feedback ................................................................................. 319
5.4 Blended, Hybrid and Online Learning ....................................................................................... 319
Section 6 Capacity to Deliver ............................................................................................................ 320
George Brown College – Honours Bachelor of Digital Experience Design 6
6.1 Demonstrated Strength ............................................................................................................ 320
6.1.1 Demonstrated Strength – George Brown College ............................................................ 320
6.1.2 Demonstrated Strength – School of Design ...................................................................... 320
6.1.3 Demonstrated Strength – Design Training, Research, and Practice ................................. 323
6.2 Academic Services and Learning Resources – Resources and Technologies ............................ 325
6.2.1 LLC Collections .................................................................................................................. 325
6.2.2 LLC Computer Resources and Equipment ......................................................................... 325
6.2.3 LLC Learning Spaces (Physical and Virtual) ....................................................................... 326
6.2.4 LLC Learning Supports and Accessibility ........................................................................... 327
6.2.5 LLC Service Standards ....................................................................................................... 329
6.2.6 Collaboration with Faculty Liaison Librarian ..................................................................... 331
6.2.7 Assessment of Current Resources – Field of Study ........................................................... 332
6.2.8 Overall Assessment: .......................................................................................................... 340
6.2.9 Assessment of Current Technology: Hardware/Software - Field of Study ....................... 341
6.2.10 Learning Resources Upgrading and Renewal – Field of Study .......................................... 342
6.3 College Facilities, Space, and Capacity ...................................................................................... 344
6.3.1 Enrolment ......................................................................................................................... 344
6.3.2 College Renewal and Expansion........................................................................................ 344
6.3.3 School of Design Renovations and Expansions ................................................................. 345
6.3.4 Equipment in Classrooms:................................................................................................. 346
6.3.5 Additional space needs: .................................................................................................... 347
6.3.6 Upgrading of Classrooms .................................................................................................. 347
6.3.7 Upgrading of Laboratories and Equipment – School of Design Equipment, Workstations
and Laboratory Space ....................................................................................................................... 347
6.3.8 Upgrading of Laboratories and Equipment – George Brown Computer Labs .................. 348
6.4 Support Services ....................................................................................................................... 348
6.4.1 Academic Supports ........................................................................................................... 348
6.4.2 Personal Supports ............................................................................................................. 350
6.4.3 Wellness, Applied Research and Visionary Education (WAVE) ......................................... 352
6.4.4 Technical Supports ............................................................................................................ 353
6.4.5 Career Services .................................................................................................................. 354
6.5 Faculty ....................................................................................................................................... 354
6.5.1 Four-Year Projection of Cumulative Enrolment ................................................................ 354
6.5.2 Faculty Plan ....................................................................................................................... 355
6.5.3 Hiring Plan ......................................................................................................................... 356
George Brown College – Honours Bachelor of Digital Experience Design 7
6.5.4 Overall Faculty Complement ............................................................................................. 356
6.5.5 Terminal Credential ........................................................................................................... 359
6.5.6 Policies Related to Faculty ................................................................................................ 359
6.6 Curriculum Vitae of Faculty Teaching Core Courses (removed for web version) ..................... 359
6.7 Research and Partnerships ....................................................................................................... 360
6.7.1 Institute without Boundaries (IwB) ................................................................................... 360
6.7.2 The Office of Research and Innovation (ORI) .................................................................... 360
6.7.3 Community Partnerships Office (CPO) .............................................................................. 361
Section 7 Credential Recognition ...................................................................................................... 362
7.1 Credential Recognition – Employers ......................................................................................... 362
7.1.1 Letters of Recognition – Employers .................................................................................. 363
7.2 Credential Recognition – Graduate Programs .......................................................................... 364
7.2.1 Letters of Recognition – Graduate Programs ................................................................... 364
Section 8 Regulation and Accreditation ........................................................................................... 367
Section 9 Nomenclature ................................................................................................................... 369
Section 10 Program Evaluation ....................................................................................................... 371
10.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................... 371
10.2 Program Review ........................................................................................................................ 371
10.3 Types of Program Review ......................................................................................................... 372
10.3.1 Comprehensive Program Review/Self-study .................................................................... 372
10.3.2 Annual Program Review .................................................................................................... 374
10.4 Program Review Schedule ........................................................................................................ 385
10.5 Internal Annual Program Review Process ................................................................................. 385
10.5.1 Internal Annual Program Review Timetable ..................................................................... 385
10.5.2 Comprehensive Program Review Process ......................................................................... 386
10.5.3 Comprehensive Program Review Timetable ..................................................................... 386
10.5.4 Follow-up and Accountability ........................................................................................... 387
10.6 Surveys Created Specifically for Program Review..................................................................... 389
10.6.1 Sample Faculty Survey ...................................................................................................... 389
10.6.2 Sample Student Survey ..................................................................................................... 395
10.6.3 Sample Program Graduate Survey .................................................................................... 402
Section 11 Academic Freedom and Integrity .................................................................................. 407
11.1 Academic Freedom ................................................................................................................... 407
11.1.1 Academic Honesty ............................................................................................................ 407
11.1.2 Offences Warranting Disciplinary Action .......................................................................... 408
George Brown College – Honours Bachelor of Digital Experience Design 8
11.2 Consequences ........................................................................................................................... 410
11.3 Assessment of Academic Dishonesty ........................................................................................ 410
11.3.1 Process for Course Faculty ................................................................................................ 410
11.3.2 Process for Invigilator (Exam Supervisors) ........................................................................ 411
11.3.3 Discipline Reports and Records ......................................................................................... 411
11.3.4 Ensuring Understanding of George Brown Policies and Procedures Concerning Academic
Dishonesty ......................................................................................................................................... 411
11.4 Intellectual Products of Employees and Students .................................................................... 412
11.5 George Brown College Copyright Policy and Guidelines .......................................................... 413
11.6 Research at George Brown ....................................................................................................... 414
11.6.1 Human Subjects Policy ...................................................................................................... 414
11.6.2 Financial Administration of Research Awards at George Brown College ......................... 414
11.6.3 New Awards, Monitoring and Reporting .......................................................................... 414
Section 12 Student Protection ........................................................................................................ 415
12.1 Academic Calendar and Promotional Material ......................................................................... 415
12.2 Student Awareness of Policies and Procedures ........................................................................ 415
12.3 Resolution of Students’ Academic Appeals, Complaints, Grievances, Disputes ....................... 417
12.4 Student Dismissal ...................................................................................................................... 418
12.5 Diversity, Equity and Human Rights Services ............................................................................ 419
Section 13 Economic Need ............................................................................................................. 421
13.1 Summary of Key Findings .......................................................................................................... 421
13.1.1 Industry/Sector Overview ................................................................................................. 421
13.1.2 IDM Employment Prospects to 2020 ................................................................................ 422
13.1.3 Employment Outlook ........................................................................................................ 425
13.2 Sector Demand for Degree Level Graduates ............................................................................ 426
13.2.1 ................................................................................................................................................ 429
13.3 Desired Graduate Skills Sets...................................................................................................... 429
13.3.1 Preliminary Interviews ...................................................................................................... 430
13.3.2 Focus Groups ..................................................................................................................... 431
13.3.3 In-depth Interviews with Potential Employers ................................................................. 432
13.4 Willingness to Hire Program Graduates .................................................................................... 434
13.5 Potential Career Paths and Salaries .......................................................................................... 434
13.5.1 Sample Job Advertisements .............................................................................................. 436
13.6 Student Demand ....................................................................................................................... 440
13.6.1 Student Interest in the Sector ........................................................................................... 440
George Brown College – Honours Bachelor of Digital Experience Design 9
13.6.2 Interest Among Current and Prospective Students .......................................................... 442
13.7 Further Sources ......................................................................................................................... 443
Section 14 Duplication .................................................................................................................... 445
14.1 Comparison with Ontario College Diploma, Advanced Diploma, and Certificates ................... 445
14.1.1 Ontario College (3-year) Advanced Diploma Programs .................................................... 445
14.1.2 Ontario College (2-year) Diploma Programs ..................................................................... 447
14.1.3 College Graduate Certificate Programs ............................................................................ 450
14.2 Comparison with Ontario College and University Degrees ...................................................... 451
14.2.1 College Degree Programs .................................................................................................. 451
14.2.2 University Degree Programs ............................................................................................. 453
14.3 Conclusion ................................................................................................................................. 457
Section 15 Optional Material .......................................................................................................... 459
Section 16 Policies .......................................................................................................................... 461

George Brown College – Honours Bachelor of Digital Experience Design 10