2018 InternationalStudent Handbook

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Welcome to North Regional TAFE

Contact details Free call: 1300 996 573 Visit: www.northregionaltafe.wa.edu.au Broome Campus 68 Cable Beach Road Broome PO Box 1380 Broome WA 6725

ESOS Act and National Code The Australian Government wants international students in Australia to have a safe, enjoyable and quality study experience. Australian laws promote quality education and consumer protection for overseas students. These laws are known as the ESOS (Education Services for Overseas Students) framework and they include the ESOS Act and the National Code. For information about ESOS and your rights as an international student in Australia please refer to the following website: internationaleducation.gov.au/

Study at TAFE

Results and Certificates A Statement of Results is issued to all students at the completion of each semester. For units not satisfactorily completed, students may have the opportunity to undergo re-assessment at the end of the semester. Students will be required to pay additional fees for re-enrolments and re-assessments. If students do not complete all the requirements of the course, they may apply for a Statement of Attainment which will record the outcomes you have achieved towards the qualification.

Recognition of Prior Learning/Exemptions TAFE provides opportunities for students to claim exemptions or RPL. Students will enrol in the standard program and on arrival can present past study evidence to TAFE lecturers who will assess the exemption request. Students will need to provide evidence of previous qualifications (including the detailed subject descriptions) as well as any relevant work experience. Students may apply for exemptions or RPL within one week of the course commencement date.

Permission to Disclose Information From time to time we may need to contact a parent, guardian or agent to discuss matters concerning a student’s tuition payment status, welfare and academic progress. To do this, we require a student’s permission. Permission is sought in a declaration on the application form. Please note this includes providing exam results if requested. Personal information may also be made available to Commonwealth and State Agencies pursuant to obligations under the ESOS Act 2007 and the National Code.

Computer Usage

Student computer usage agreement This Agreement covers computer usage at North Regional TAFE, including email and internet. North Regional TAFE’s computing facilities are for use by TAFE’s students and staff only. Anyone else requires authorisation from the TAFE.

You must not reveal your password to others nor use another person’s account.

Users must not tamper with hardware, software or add equipment in the computing rooms. If a malfunction is detected, it should be reported to your lecturer immediately for action by Information Services.

Only authorised software that is pre-installed by Information Services may be used in the computing rooms. Installation of any applications or utilities by students is prohibited.

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Downloading and/or playing of unauthorised games is prohibited.

Seeking to gain or gaining unauthorised access to any computing, information or communication devices or resources, including, but not limited to, machines accessible via the internet is prohibited.

Altering, destroying or preventing rightful access to, or otherwise interfering with, the integrity of computer based information (files, data, passwords, devices or resources) is prohibited.

Distributing messages to inappropriate or unrelated forums, newsgroups or mailing lists (‘spamming’) is prohibited.

Transmitting communications that may be construed as harassment or disparagement of others via the means of electronic ‘stalking’ is prohibited.

Transmissions using abusive or aggressive language are prohibited.

All use of computer resources must be directly related to your course/qualification of study.

The use of North Regional TAFE computers and services for commercial activity is prohibited.

You must not use North Regional TAFE computers or services for any activities which contravene the laws of Australia or its states and territories, or of the destination country in the case of data being transmitted abroad. Report any problems with equipment to the lecturer. The lecturer will then ensure that action is taken to remedy the problem.

Printing: Before you print a document, make sure that the printer is on line and has sufficient paper for the job. Also ensure that your name is on the document. If you must print to another room, you can get your work during class breaks only. Only print once. If you have a problem with the print job see your lecturer immediately.

Campus Facilities

Learning Resource Centres We have Learning Resource Centres at Broome and Kununurra campuses. Library collections are also located at the Derby and

Halls Creek campuses. Students have access to computers, textbooks, DVDs, magazines, CD ROMs and online resources, and inter-library loans are also possible. Friendly staff will assist you in finding resources and information. Search the library catalogue on campus or at home using the internet by typing in the following links: Kimberley: http://primoapac01.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/primo_library/libweb/action/search.do?vid=TAFE_KTI Pilbara: http://primoapac01.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/primo_library/libweb/action/search.do?vid=TAFE_PILBARA or search all of our online resources via our Library webpage at: http://www.northregionaltafe.wa.edu.au/currentstudents/librarybookshop

Student Cards

You will be issued with a student card when you enrol. You will need this if you are borrowing from our Broome or Kununurra libraries.

Bookshop

Resources and texts required for your course are available through NRT’s Bookshop which is located in the Broome Learning Resource Centre. Please ask your lecturer for a list of required resources.

Computers

We have computers available for student use at each of our campuses. Talk to your lecturer about how to access these.

Charging Facility

The library at our Broome campus has a charging dock for charging phones, tablets, etc. Enquire at the Library counter.

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Safety on campus We want you to study and learn in a safe and healthy environment.

Health and safety We all share responsibility for health and safety. Lecturers will provide students with an overview of health and safety requirements for their course and while on TAFE premises. If you see a hazard, or identify a health and safety concern, please let us know so that we can quickly rectify.

Personal protective clothing and equipment There may be requirements in your course to wear protective clothing (such as a sun hat) or equipment (such as a welding mask). You lecturer will exclude you from class if you do not follow instructions to do so.

Personal security Do not leave your bag or personal belongings unattended on campus. The TAFE cannot accept responsibility for lost or stolen belongings. Make sure you lock your car and secure any valuables. The TAFE is not liable for any accidents or thefts that occur in the TAFE car parks.

Emergency procedures In the case of an emergency or evacuation, follow the instructions of your lecturer or other member of staff. . Remain calm. . Leave the building by the nearest exit. . Move quickly to the nearest emergency

assembly area. . Follow the directions provided by TAFE

staff. . Do not re-enter the building until the all-

clear is given by a designated Fire Warden.

First aid First Aid officers are located on each of our campuses. If you need first aid, advise a member of staff and they will contact a first aid officer to assist you.

If you become unresponsive on campus through illness or injury, an ambulance will be called.

Children on campus North Regional TAFE provides an adult learning environment for our students, and therefore we do not encourage students or staff to bring their children (under 16 years) into the workplace or training venue without prior discussion with a lecturer or TAFE manager.

Smoke-free campuses North Regional TAFE campuses are smoke-free, and smoking and the use of e-cigarettes are not allowed anywhere on TAFE premises. We endeavour to support our staff and students to be smoke-free by linking them into Quit programs and other similar activities.