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Contents

1. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................... 3

2. PROGRAMME GENERAL INFORMATION ...................................................... 5

Division of Applied Science and Technology 5

Programme Aims 5Programme Intended Learning Outcomes 6

Further Studies and Career Opportunities 6

Admission Requirements 7

Programme Management Team 8

3. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE AND CURRICULUM.......................................... 9

Structure of the Programme 9

Programme Curriculum 9

English Language Requirement 11

Study Progression Plan (2012-13) 12

4. COURSES OUTLINES.................................................................................... 13

Programme-generic Courses 13

Discipline-specific Courses 14

Language Courses 15General Education Courses 16

5. TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT................................................ 19

Teaching & Learning 19

Assessment and Academic Honesty 19

Grade, Grade Point, and Award 20

Maximum Period of Study 21

6. STUDENT DEVELOPMENT ........................................................................... 23

Communication Channels 23

Services, Supports and Scholarships 24

7. STUDENT CHARTER..................................................................................... 27

Our Commitment 27

Orienting Yourself for University Life 27

Making Teaching and Learning Effective 28

Participating as a University Citizen 29

Making Full Use of Learning Support 29


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Looking Ahead for Career Planning 30

Handling Complaints 30

8. STAFF AND CONTACTS................................................................................ 32

Academic Staff 32

Administrative Staff 33

Location and Opening Hours of General Office 34

Enquiries 34

9. ACADEMIC CALENDAR................................................................................. 35

Semester A 2012/13 35

Semester B 2012/13 36


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1. IntroductionThis handbook provides you with important information you need for your specific

programme. You should read it carefully and keep the handbook for reference

throughout your time at CCCU.

The Associate Degree programme you have chosen is one of the many high quality

programmes being offered by the Community College of City University.

There are four academic units in the College. These are the Division of Business, the

Division of Applied Science and Technology, the Division of Languages and

Communication, and the Division of Social Sciences. Together they offer a wide range of

Associate Degree programmes.

The following Associate Degree programmes will be offered in the 2012/13 academic

year:

Offering Unit Programme

Division ofBusiness

Associate of Business Administration

(Accountancy)

(China Business Management)

(Financial Services)

(International Business Management)

(General Management)

(Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management)

(Human Resources Management)

(Marketing)

Division ofApplied Science andTechnology

Associate of EngineeringAssociate of Science in

Applied Business Statistics

Airport Operations and Aviation Logistics

Creative and Interactive Media Production

Environmental Studies

Information Systems Development

Network and Systems Administration


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Division ofLanguages and

Communication

Associate of Arts in

Applied Chinese Studies

Applied Japanese Studies

Bilingual Communication Studies

Digital Visual Design

English for Professional Communication

Communication and Public Relations

Translation and Interpretation

Division ofSocial Sciences

Associate of Social Science

Associate of Social Science in

Applied Psychology

Applied Social Studies

Event Management

Leisure and Tourism Management

Public Administration and Management

Public Relations and Advertising

Social Work ^

^ Offered in both government and non-government funded modes


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2. Programme General InformationDivision of Applied Science and Technology

The Division of Applied Science and Technology (AST, formerly named as Division of

Computer Studies) had its new beginning in 2004 when the Community College of CityUniversity (CCCU) was established to offer sub-degree programmes. The vision of the

Division is Sustained Excellence in Applied Science and Technology Education in Hong

Kong and the mission statements are to

- Produce competent and responsible graduates for the social-economicdevelopment of Hong Kong.

- Maintain close links with applied science and technology sectors for the

exchange of ideas and transfer of technology.- Keep on top of current technological developments for the benefits of our

students and society.

The programmes being offered in the Division have stood the test of time, and could be

distinguished in a number of aspects from others. These include a strong professional core,

a commitment to the development of application skills with a variety of choices, and a

willingness to accommodate the needs of students with diversified backgrounds in science,

arts and commerce.

In response to community needs, the Division currently offers a number of self-financing

associate-degree (AD) level programmes in the areas of information technology, aviation

logistics, environmental studies, statistics, engineering and creative media. They are

Associate of Science in Information Systems Development (AScISD), Associate of Science in

Network and Systems Administration (AScNSA), Associate of Science in Airport Operations

and Aviation Logistics (AScAOAL), Associate of Science in Environmental Studies (AScES),

Associate of Science in Applied Business Statistics (AScABS), Associate of Engineering

(AENG), and Associate of Science in Creative and Interactive Media Production (AScCIMP).

Programme Aims

The Associate of Science in Environmental Studies Programme aims to provide an entry-

level programme for the preparation of para-professionals in the environmental studies;

and develop transferable skills which build confidence in a range of areas including

monitoring, analysis, evaluation, assessment, communication skills and solving problems in

relation to the environment.


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Programme Intended Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme, students will able to:

1. Apply intellectual and practical skills through the study of humanities,

social science, business, science and technology to interact with others in

culturally diverse settings;

2. Apply fundamental mathematical and statistical methods to the analysis

and interpretation of environmental data;

3. Collect data relevant to environmental studies and apply information

technology systems to present and interpret environmental data, and for

management and planning purposes;

4. Relate environmental activity and issues to the context of urban policy,

planning, and management;

5. Apply basic skills and ethics in management to environmental issues; and

6. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on environmental

issues using English.

Further Studies and Career Opportunities

The programme is designed with advice obtained from the City University of Hong Kong to

facilitate articulation through credit transfer to Bachelor of Science in Environmental

Science and Management, Bachelor of Social Science in Environmental Policy Studies (CityUniversity of Hong Kong), Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (The Chinese

University of Hong Kong), Bachelor of Science in Environmental & Occupational Safety &

Health, Bachelor of Science in Environmental & Sustainable Development(The Hong Kong

Polytechnic University). In 2011, around 62% of graduates had pursed further studies in

the following local institutions:

Institution %

City University of Hong Kong 12.9Hong Kong Polytechnic University 12.9

Hong Kong Open University 48.4

Others (incl Top-up Degree) 25.8

Survey response rate: 87.7%

Graduates from this programme might find employment in the technical support area in

Environmental Protection Department Food and Environmental Hygiene Department

Fisheries and Conservation Department


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marketing executives in occupational health and environmental safety products

environmental assistant/planner in property development companies,

construction firms, or architectural firms

technician in environmental consultancies, regulatory organizations

research assistant in related discipline

Graduates can continue their studies in a relevant degree programme, both locally andoverseas. With sufficient years of work experience and additional academic qualification,

he/she can be promoted to supervisory or management grades.

Admission Requirements

You must satisfy one of the following sets of entrance requirements for admission to the

Associate of Science in Environmental Studies:

GeneralRequirements

English LanguageRequirements

Chinese Language / AlternativeLanguage Requirement

- Pass in 1 HKAL or 2 AS-level

subjects in HKALE, which may

include Use of English and

Chinese Language and

Culture

AND

- 3 passes in HKCEE; and

Level 2 / Grade E or above inChinese Language and

English Language

Satisfy ONE of the following:

- E in HKALE (AS level) Use of English

- E in HKALE (AL level) Literature in English

- E in HKCEE English Language (Syl B)

- C in HKCEE English Language (Syl A)

- Level 2 in HKCEE English Language

- E in GCEAL English Literature

- E in GCEOL/GCSE English Language- Score of 500 in the Test of English as a

Foreign Language (TOEFL)

- Score of 5 in the International English

Language Testing System (IELTS)

- Pass in Northern Examinations and

Assessment Board (NEAB) University Test

in English for Speakers of Other

Languages

Satisfy ONE of the following:

- E in HKALE (AS level) Chinese

Language and Culture

- E in HKALE (AL level) Chinese

Literature

- E in HKCEE Chinese Language

- Level 2 in HKCEE Chinese

Language

- E in HKCEE a language subject

other

- than Chinese or English

- C in GCSE/GCEOL a language

subject other than Chinese or

English

Plus, passes in HKCEE/AS/AL, must include one of the following subjects: Physics,

Chemistry, Biology, Geography, or equivalent;

The following admission requirement applies to the HKDSE candidates

Level 2 or above in 5 subjects including Chinese, English andeither one of the followingsubjects: Chemistry, Biology, Geography or equivalent.

Students who do not satisfy the above requirements may be considered based on other

qualifications attained. These other qualifications may include an academic qualification

from a local post secondary institution or a professional qualification acceptable to the

CCCU.


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Qualification attained by study at a local international school, or a non-local high school,

at Grade 12 or equivalent, are also accepted as satisfying the General Entrance

Requirements.

Applicant whose entrance qualification is obtained in a language other than English will

need an acceptable result in an approved English language qualification such as TOEFL,

IELTS, or the NEAB University Entrance Test in English.

Those who do not possess the formal academic qualifications required for admission but

are aged 23 or above on 1 September in the year of admission, may be granted

exemption from the Colleges entrance requirements provided that they can

demonstrate to the satisfaction of the aptitude and suitability for the programme on the

basis of work experience, maturity and academic attainment.

Programme Management Team

Programme Leader: Dr. Andrew Layfield

Tel: 3442 4772

Office: AC2-6431, Main Campus

Email:[email protected]

Member: Dr. Lewis Cheung T O

Tel: 3442 7688Office: AC2-6416, Main Campus


Ms. Renee Lo K S

Tel: 3442 5780


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3. Programme Structure and CurriculumStructure of the Programme

The normal pattern of study is to spend two academic years on a full-time basis, starting

in Semester A of Year 1 and finishing at the end of Semester B in Year 2. To be eligiblefor the award of Associate of Science in Environmental Studies, students should

accumulate at least 63 credit units with the following distribution:

Credit Units

Discipline-specific Courses 24

Programme-generic Courses 18

General Education (GE) Courses 15

English Language Courses 6Total: 63

Programme Curriculum

The programme features an appropriate combination of (1) Environmental Science and

Conservation, (2) Sustainability and Monitoring, (3) Environment and Health, (4) Statistics

and Geographic Information System GIS, and (5) Language and General Education.

Students are required to spend a few days in a university in mainland China for thepurpose of acquiring practical laboratory experience in basic environmental chemistry

and biology. During this period, students will also participate in site visits of

environmental relevance. Students gain both academic and cultural benefits via this

exposure to mainland practice.

In the summer, students might have the chance of taking internship in which students

are placed in a company or organization to gain practical work experience. The following

tables show the courses to be taken within the programme duration.

I. Generic Courses: (18 credit units)

Course Code Course Title Credits

DCO10113 Foundation Statistics 3

DCO11201 Introduction to Environmental Conservation 3

DCO11202 Foundations of Earth Systems 3

CM10306 Management 3

DCO21203 Environment and Energy 3

DCO21204 Corporate Environmental Responsibility and Sustainability 3

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DCO10210 Chemistry 3

DCO10211 Biology 3

DCO20210 Ecology 3

DCO20211 Environment and Health 3

DCO21211 Environmental Studies Laboratory 0

DCO21212 Principles of Environmental Chemistry 3

DCO21213 Environmental Issues and Sustainability 3

DCO21214 Environmental Impact and Monitoring 3

DCO22112 Statistical Data Processing and Geographic Information Systems 3

III. English Language Courses: (6 credit units)

For students who have NOT attained satisfactory English level(refer to the English Language Requirement in next pagefor more details)

Course Code Course Title CreditsCGE1000 English for Academic Studies A 3

CGE2001 English Professional Communication Skills for Technology 3

For students who have attained satisfactory English level


CGE1500 English for Academic Studies B 3

CGE2001 English Professional Communication Skills for Technology 3

IV. General Education (GE) Courses: (15 credit units)

Students are required to take 3 credit units of CGE26504 Contemporary China:Challenges and Strategies, and at least 3 credits (1 course) from each of the followingfour domains. Out of the 12 credit units taken, 3 credit units must be fulfilled by takinga course at level A2 (CGE2xxxx).


Domain: Arts and Humanities

CGE12301 Cultural Neighbours China, Japan and Korea 3

CGE12401 Cinema: West to East 3

CGE12402 Appreciation of Western Art 3

Domain: Science and Technology

CGE13201 Environment, Technology and Future 3

CGE13203 Information Technology: Applications and Impacts 3

CGE23202 Quantitative Reasoning and Applications 3

Domain: Life Management

CGE14102 Total Life Planning: Wealth, Wellness & You 3

CGE14402 Practical Psychology for Everyday Life 3

CGE24101 Ethics and Society 3

CGE24402 Understanding Human Communication 3


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Domain: Regional and Global Issues

CGE25101 Globalization and Business 3

CGE25401 Understanding Society 3

CGE26504 Contemporary China: Challenges and Strategies (compulsory) 3

English Language Requirement

All students of CCCU are required to fulfill the CCCU English Language Requirement (ELR)

through the CGE courses. All students must take either CGE1000 or CGE1500 depending

on their current English level attainment. Students who enter their programme of study

with the following level of English will be required to study CGE1500:

a grade D or above in HKALE Use of English;

a grade D or above in HKCEE English Language (Syllabus B) or Level 3 or above in

HKCEE English Language; an IELTS score of5.5 or above ;

a TOEFL score of550 or above (paper based) / 213 or above (computer based) /

80 or above (internet based);

Cambridge Proficiency in English at grade C or above; or

GCSEOL / GCSE English at grade B or above.

Students who do not meet any of the above English standards are required to take

CGE1000.

CCCU will also provide sponsorship to those CCCU students who have achieved the

required level in the following internationally recognized language proficiency tests such

as IELTS. For the details, please visithttp://www.cityu.edu.hk/cccu/cs_ielts_sponsor.htm
http://www.cityu.edu.hk/cccu/cs_ielts_sponsor.htmhttp://www.cityu.edu.hk/cccu/cs_ielts_sponsor.htmhttp://www.cityu.edu.hk/cccu/cs_ielts_sponsor.htmhttp://www.cityu.edu.hk/cccu/cs_ielts_sponsor.htm


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4. Courses OutlinesProgramme-generic Courses

DCO10113 Foundation Statistics

This course helps students understand the basic concepts of descriptive statistics,probability distributions, and the ideas of statistical inference. It also develops students

quantitative reasoning skills which can apply to the various disciplines such as

engineering, business and environmental studies.

DCO11201 Introduction to Environmental Conservation

This course aims to provide students with broad understanding of the influences of

humans on the environment, and the implications of these interrelations for present and

future conservation management. Students will be able to develop an appreciation ofnatural and cultural heritages in Hong Kong.

DCO11202 Foundations of Earth Systems

This course aims to provide students with a basic knowledge on various earth systems

which affect daily lives such as atmospheric, hydrological and geological systems. The

course also enables students to develop a fundamental understanding of the planet

Earth and the interaction between various systems. It also helps students to increase

their appreciation and interest in the planet and enables them to assess and reflect on

the human impacts on the Earth.

DCO21203 Environment and Energy

By introducing to students the essential knowledge in areas of energy and environment,

with special reference to the importance of balance between energy consumption and

preservation of the natural environment, this course seeks to stimulate students

awareness on the controversial issues relating to energy sources, power supplies,

pollution, environmental sustainability and renewable energy.

DCO21204 Corporate Environmental Responsibility and Sustainability

This course aims to examine the sustainability awareness, literacy and theoretical

frameworks of corporate green practices; equip students with knowledge and skills to

enhance sustainable business value based on triple bottom line; and provide the

students with current evidence and case studies to understand the environmental and

social performance of different business.


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CM10306 Management

This aim of this course is to provide students with an overall understanding of

management theory and practice. It helps students to appreciate and analyze the factors

and forces involved in making organisations and people work effectively and efficiently.

Discipline-specific Courses

DCO10210 Chemistry

This course is designed to present an introduction to general chemistry. It aims at

providing students a broad understanding of the major concepts of chemistry, and

developing students' competence to solve general chemistry problems.

DCO10211 Biology

This course is designed to present an introduction to general biology. It aims atintroducing students the fundamental principles of biology with emphasis on the

molecular and cellular basis of life.

DCO20210 Ecology

This course is designed to present an introduction to current theories and practices in

ecology. It aims to cover the various issues in ecology; the theories and models to

address those issues; and the methodologies for examining the proposed hypotheses.

DCO20211 Environment and Health

This course is designed to enhance students understanding on the issues of both

environmental and human health. The aims of this course are to provide students with

the current theories and practices relating environmental and human health, and allow

them to find out the interrelationship between economic development, the environment,

and human health. Students will also able to understand the decision-making processes

that will influence human health and environmental quality.

DCO21211 Environmental Studies LaboratoryThis course aims to provide students with practical hand-on experience in using basic

laboratory experiments to obtain chemical and bacteriological data on air and water

samples; and analyzing chemical and bacteriological data from air and water samples to

determine its environmental significance..

DCO21212 Principles of Environmental Chemistry

This course is designed to present an introduction to the study of environmental

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circulation of major elements with particular emphasis on the significance in the

environment.

DCO21213 Environmental Issues and Sustainability

This course introduces students to the foundations of environmental issues, current and

emerging issues. It involves an interdisciplinary examination of some fundamental

environmental problems faced by individuals and communities. This course also aims tocover the environmental justices, social responsibility, and economics, legal and

institutional requirements for environmental protection and sustainability.

DCO21214 Environmental Impact and Monitoring

This course introduces students to the environmental science programme on how to

monitor the environment. The course aims to provide students with the concepts of

environmental impact assessment and the fundamentals of the planning, collection and

interpretation of environmental data for the purposes of environmental monitoring.

DCO22112 Statistical Data Processing and Geographic Information Systems

The course aims to give students an understanding of the principles of Geographical

Information System; and enable students to use the methods and techniques applicable

to discover relationships obtained from different kinds of measurements, and integrate

and transform them to conform to a desired framework for use in strategic planning of

environment, land utilisation, and facility localities. The course also provides students

hands on statistical package in GIS application.

English Language Courses

CGE1000 English for Academic Studies A

Information structures, discourse markers, reading strategies, listening strategies,

presentation skills (oral and written), presenting and refuting arguments, summary

writing, intervening in discussion, correction of mispronounced speech sounds, incorrect

stress.

CGE1500 English for Academic Studies B

Information structures, discourse markers, reading strategies, listening strategies,

presentation skills (oral and written), presenting and refuting arguments, summary

writing, intervening in discussion, correction of mispronounced speech sounds, incorrect

stress.

CGE2003 English Professional Communication Skills for Technology

Components of communication; nature of communication in organizations;

organizational culture and barriers to effective communication; professional writing:


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letters, CVs, reports, critical thinking skills citations and references; oral presentation

skills: tone of voice, intonation, pronunciation, body language.

General Education (GE) Courses

CGE12301 Cultural Neighbours China, Japan and Korea

China, Japan and Korea are the three most influential countries in Asia. The course offers

a basic and comprehensive introduction to cultural issues in these three countries.

Students will understand the people, languages, religions, historical backgrounds and

their mutual influences, the traditional culture and values, the major socio-cultural issues,

as well as the lifestyles, consumption culture and behaviour of people in these three

countries.

CGE12401 Cinema: West to East

Film watching is not only interesting but can also be intellectually stimulating. This course

introduces students to certain classic and prototypical films and helps them appreciate

the different elements, features and styles of film expression. The course also examines

certain issues such as the historical and technological development of cinema, the film as

entertainment vs. art debate, and the social and cultural role of cinema in society.

CGE12402 Appreciation of Western Art

Art beautifies and enriches our life. The course discusses the basic concepts of art, its

elements and principles, and the functions and ways of expressions. It also introducesstudents to the different styles of paintings from a historical perspective, ranging from

Renaissance to impressionism, post-impressionism and post-modernism. Critical issues

about art (e.g., indigenous arts vs. cultural dominance; arts vs. pornography) are also

examined.

CGE13201 Environment, Technology and Future

Environmental issues are among the most critical problems in the world. The course

discusses issues of the environment by applying concepts from ecology, chemistry,biology, and physics. It also examines recent progress in transportation, information

technology, material science and architecture and their impact on our lives. Issues

concerning environmental protection and sustainable development are also discussed.(Not for AScES students)

CGE13203 Information Technology: Applications and Impacts

From this course, students learn to apply computer software to manage documents and

analyse data effectively, to edit multimedia productions, to share information through

web-applications, and to search for academic information from E-journals and E-library.Students also gain an awareness of various social issues related to the use of information

technologies in modern life.


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CGE23202 Quantitative Reasoning and Applications

Numbers pervade every aspect of our lives. The course aims to help students identify and

understand various indexes (such as Hang Seng Index, Consumer Price Index) and their

application in contemporary society. It also enables students to develop skills in

interpreting the findings and judging the accuracy in research reports of various

disciplines. Students also learn to use statistical software to perform simple statisticalcalculations. This course is specifically designed for the students with no statistical

background.

CGE14102 Total Life Planning: Wealth, Wellness & You

This course aims to prepare students to take a balanced approach to life by

understanding that personal well-being will be better off in the long run with an optimal

mix of financial, physical and psychological well-being. It prepares students to make

plans in key areas of life: personal budgeting, buying an apartment, saving for educationand marriage, retiring comfortably as well as building personal wellness. Basic concepts

in economics and finance, physical and psychological well-being, and total life planning

will be discussed.

CGE14402 Practical Psychology for Everyday Life

Psychology offers insights and strategies for dealing with everyday life. This course aims

at enhancing students self-awareness of his / her behaviour patterns, particularly when

interacting with others. Students learn how to understand themselves, how to achieve

effective communication with others, how to build up and maintain personal and

intimate relationships, how to develop a good mental health and manage a healthy

lifestyle, and how to be assertive in relating with others to achieve win-win relationships.

CGE24101 Ethics and Society

We are confronted with ethical issues on a daily basis during social interactions at the

workplace and school. The course discusses important concepts related to ethics (such as

morality, nihilism, good and right, benevolence, virtue, duty, utility, and justice) and

introduces basic ethical perspectives to help students examine moral issuessystematically. Students will be able to formulate their ethical positions on current real

life issues in contemporary society.

CGE24402 Understanding Human Communication

People cant NOT communicate. The course explains how an individuals self may affect

communication with others and discusses how interpersonal conflicts may arise due to

gender or cultural differences or organizational issues. The emergence of Internet

technology and the social media, their effects on communication among people andsocial groups, and the social and ethical issues involved are discussed.


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CGE25101 Globalization and Business

Nowadays, players must keep the global economies in mind when they operate their

business. The course examines the different forces of globalization, and their

transformations towards global convergence. The role of global communication and e-

commerce, global logistics, global mobility of talents, globalization of the marketplace,

and how globalization may lead to income redistribution and social disruption are

discussed.

CGE25401 Understanding Society

No man is an island; we all live in society. The course helps students to examine how

cultural, economic, political and technology forces shape society. Some particular

phenomena such as how McDonalds and Disney transform society, migration and its

effects on the family, social inequality and the idea of M-form society, technology and

globalization, and the rise of citizen movement are examined.

CGE26504 Contemporary China: Challenges and Strategies

This course aims to help students develop a basic understanding of the social, economic

and political structures of contemporary China and a critical awareness of some major

contemporary issues such as economic inequality, one child policy and the aging

population, moral crisis, environmental problems and international relations. Students

will learn how China copes with these challenges and the impacts of its strategies on the

country and the world. This course is delivered in Cantonese.

The latest syllabus and learning outcome for individual course can be accessed from the

following websites:

http://www.cityu.edu.hk/arro/catalogue/AD_CCCU/catalogue_prog.htm
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5. Teaching, Learning and AssessmentTeaching & Learning

An ultimate goal for teaching and learning is to cultivate the capability of students as

independent learners so they will be able to learn during their future studies and career.Education discourses indicate that the deep approach student learning is most desirable

as it involves students in the transformation and restructuring of their knowledge to

enable them to understand and interpret the materials and to view it from more than

one perspective (Chalmers and Fuller 1996:7). Although the traditional teaching pattern

with a mixture of lecture, tutorial and laboratory sessions are used for delivery of

courses, guided discussions, case studies, peer group learning, critique and self-reflection

activities will be incorporated in teaching the courses as seen appropriate by the

instructors.

All programmes offered by CCCU adopt the Outcome-Based Teaching and Learning

(OBTL) approaches. As a programme emphasizing operations students not only are

expected to acquire the necessary knowledge for different relevant operations, learning

how to analyse different situations and come up with reasonable decisions and practices

are also essential. To nurture a work attitude that is responsible, reliable and

cooperative always remains as another major goal of the programme.

With outcome based teaching and learning (OBTL) there is no norm referencing of the

results of each course. Providing you meet the criteria set by the course examiner for

achieving a particular grade for a particular piece of assessment, you will receive that

grade. This means that if all students in a class meet the stated criteria for an A+ grade

for the course; they will all get an A+ grade.

It is therefore to your mutual advantage to assist each other not by copying from each

other (!!!), but by helping your fellow student understand the course materials so that

they can complete their assignments themselves. This is peer learning and it is

considered to be one of the most effective learning mechanisms.

Assessment and Academic Honesty

Students progress is assessed by a combination of formal examinations at specifiedtimes in the year, together with periodic assessments of coursework, laboratoryexercises and project work.

The assessment of students performance is an appraisal of the extent to which studentsare attaining or have attained the objectives of the programme. The Assessment Panel

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Please read the Academic Regulations of AD Programme from the CCCU website(http://www.cityu.edu.hk/cccu/cs_rules_regulation.htm) concerning assessment and note theregulations regarding appeals, extenuating circumstances, and application deadline for areview of the decision of the Assessment Panel.

Academic honesty is your responsibility. CCCU advise you that: You must pursue your

studies with academic honesty, which is central to the conduct of academic work. You

are expected to present your own work, give proper acknowledgement of other's work,

and honestly report findings obtained. For the source of this quotation and more

information, please visit:

http://www.cityu.edu.hk/cccu/rules_acad_honesty_20100726.pdf

Grade, Grade Point, and Award

Each course you complete is given a letter grade. From best to worst, the grades are A+,

A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, C-, D, and F. Each grade is also converted into a grade point. The

conversion is A+ = 4.3, A = 4.0, A- = 3.7, B+ = 3.3, B = 3.0, .., C- = 1.7, D = 1, F = 0.

Grade F indicates failure in a course and a student failing a course will have to re-take it.

Students with grade D in a course are recommended to re-take it with a hope of

achieving a better result. After re-taking a grade D or F course, the new grade will

replace the original grade. Under the regulations of the University, students can only

attempt a course for not more than three times and are only allowed to re-take courses

with grade D or below.

Grade I means that the assessment in a particular course is incomplete due to

extenuating circumstances (e.g. sickness) that have prevented a student from completing

required work or attending an examination. An I grade can also be assigned by the

Assessment Panel at its discretion to allow some students the chance to improve their

course grades. Where an I grade is assigned, the Panel will approve a schedule for the

completion of work or a supplementary examination.

In a semester if you have taken m courses, your Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA)is the average of the grade point of those m courses:

SGPA =

m

i

m

i

Ui

UiGi

1

1)(

If you attend classes, complete tests and assignments, it is very unlikely you will fail.

Students who fail do so because they do not attend classes or attend tests or complete

assignments. Failure typically occurs for one of the following two reasons:

1. Too much part-time work and/or entertainment.

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2. Personal problems involving family and relationships. If this happens to you, pleaseapproach us immediately. We can help you make appointments with the Universitys personal

counselors for further assistance.

After a student has completed all the required courses for the programme a Cumulative

Grade Point Average (CGPA) is calculated, indicating the average GPA of all the courses

the student has taken (except Pass-and-Fail courses). Suppose the student has taken ncourses:

CGPA =

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i

n

i

Ui

UiGi

1

1)(

A student passing all the required courses in the progragmme will be awarded the

Associate degree by the University provided that his/her CGPA is 1.7 or above. It is

possible for a student with an exceptionally good CGPA to be awarded graduation with

Credit or with Distinction.

If your CGPA falls below 1.7 in any semester, your academic status will be marked as

Academic Warning or Probation, depending on how low your CGPA is. An Academic

Advisor will then be appointed to discuss with you the reason for your poor performance

and to give you advice. Students on Probation must contact their Programme Leader for

academic advice as soon as possible after receiving the letter informing them of their

probation status.

Students who are unable to get out of Probation after two semesters or fail a coursethree times are typically recommended for Termination. If your studies are terminated,

you will not be able to apply for another programme of study at CCCU for a period of one

year. Alternatively, a letter explaining extenuating circumstances must be sent to the

Chairman of the CCCU Examination Board, via the Programme Leader, well before the

Board meeting for consideration.

Maximum Period of Study

Students shall complete all programme requirements (i.e. 63 credits) within 4 years,

inclusive of programme transfer and any periods of leave of absence and suspension of

studies. Requests for extension of study beyond the maximum study period will not be

granted.

Students who cannot complete all programme requirements for graduation within the

maximum study period will be required to discontinue their studies and is not allowed

readmission to the same programme. If a student applies for programme transfer

involving a change of study mode, the new maximum period of study will be calculated

on a pro-rata basis as determined by CCCU.


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Students who have accumulated several failures, especially repeated failures, will need

to extend their programme of study beyond two years. They need to be cautious that

some courses might not be available in future and that they risk not being able to

complete the programme if they continue to accumulate failures. Also, they will need

some advice as to when to approach the Programme Leader for advice on completing the

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6. Student DevelopmentCommunication Channels

It is vitally important for students to monitor any communication channel relating to

academic matters and students activities. The main channels for promulgatinginformation to students are

1. E-mail provided by CityU/CCCU.(Important Note: Please include in your email messages your full name, student ID number,

programme of study, and, if the matter relates to a particular course, include the course code

as well. It is difficult and time consuming for a staff member to identify a student if the only

clue is the email alias. Your inquiry will be dealt with much faster if you provide these details.)

2. Course announcements page on Blackboard.

3. Programme announcements page on Blackboard.

4. Divisional Website (http://www.dco.cityu.edu.hk).

5. Lectures and classes.

6. Class Representatives.

Please check the Email and Blackboard channels regularly. If a staff member is unable tohold a lecture or class on a particular day due, for example, to illness, email andBlackboard is usually the fastest way of informing students.

During your programme of study, you may encounter situations where you need advice,or you may even wish to complain about a particular situation. In general, if the matterrelates to your academic studies, the following steps are recommended

1. Consult the Course Examiner

2. Consult the Member(s) of the Programme Management Team

(or your Academic Advisor)

3. Consult the Programme Leader

4. Consult the Head of Division

5. Consult the VP (Academic) of CCCU

At each step, if your problem is not dealt with to your satisfaction move to the next step.If you prefer to consult a higher authority, it is recommended that you consider eitherthe Programme Leader or the Head of Division first. You may also follow the ComplaintsProcedure for CCCU Students and lodge your complaint in accordance with procedurespromulgated on CCCUs website at www.cityu.edu.hk/cccu > Current Students >Complaints.

On the other hand, if you need help with a personal matter or problem, your academicadvisor or members of the programme management team can help by arranging anappointment with one of the Universitys professional Personal Counselors.
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Services, Supports and Scholarships

Associate degree students of the Community College of City University can accessservices offered by both the Student Development Services (SDS) and the Career andInternship Office (CAIO) of the University.

SDS of CityU (http://www.cityu.edu.hk/sds)Students are strongly encouraged to make full use of the services offered. These include:

The Whole Person Development Scheme.

The Student Ambassador Scheme.

Seminars and Workshops which contribute to whole person development.

Personal Counseling. For students who have personal problems and need advice, theStudent Development Services providespersonal counselling services. Personalcounselors

are trained and experienced people who can provide valuable, practical advices. If you feel youneed their help, please contact the Student Development Services directly for an appointment

(Tel. 3442 8090).

CAIO of CityU (http://www.cityu.edu.hk/caio)

Students are strongly encouraged to make full use of the services offered. These areparticularly important. The CAIO send by email a monthly calendar to all students andstaff informing of the various events scheduled for the following month. These eventsinclude seminars by specific employers in Hong Kong and job interview trainingworkshops. It is very difficult to find this kind of training once you have completed yourstudies, so take full advantage of these opportunities while you are still our students.

Student Union and Divisional Societies

Students study at the Kowloon Tong campus can join any of the clubs and societiesorganized under the Student Union of the University. You are also able to participate asan officer of the clubs and societies (secretary, president, etc. subject to election).Students at the Telford campus can also join the Divisional Societies.

Student Mentoring Scheme (SMS)

The SMS aims to help the first-year students to adjust to the university learningenvironment and campus life. Senior students were engaged as their mentors tofacilitate this process. Financial support for mentoring activities is also available for allassociate degree students at CCCU.

CCCUStudent Development Services

To provide for the particular needs of CCCU students, the Community College of CityUniversity also has its own Student Development Services (CCCU SDS) unit.

CCCU encourages whole person development by organizing different competitions andscholarships/awards for students. Currently, CCCU provides the following scholarshipsand awards on an annual basis:


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Scholarship / AwardPlaces

AvailableAmount

CCCU Scholarship 36 $6,000

Entrance Scholarships 6 $6,000

Academic Improvement Scholarship 16 $6,000

Scholarship for Further Studies 4 Max. of $100,000

Overseas Scholarship 4 Max. of $300,000

Outstanding Student Leader Award 24 $6,000

Outstanding Competitive Event Award 12 $6,000

Competitive Event Sponsorship 4 Max. of $30,000

While the first three scholarships encourage academic achievement, the CCCUScholarship for Further Studies will be provided to CCCU graduates who can gain entry

to local publicly-funded degree programmes with CGPA 3.3 or above for the past threesemesters. The CCCU Overseas Scholarship is set up to support graduates (with CGPA3.4 or above for the past three semesters) to develop international perspectives throughundertaking top-up degree programmes overseas.

The Outstanding Student Leader Award is designed to encourage students to developleadership skills through activities such as:

Class representation (class rep)

Student mentoring

Student ambassadorship

Study tours and exchange programmes

Student clubs and societies

International student leadership

Please contact the Director of Student Learning (Dr. Andrew Layfield,[email protected]) for details on how to participate in these activities. Youcan record the time spent on any of these activities using a Student Leadership AwardScheme Activities Record Book which is available from the CCCU Office . Your hours will

be converted into points which are then used to decide the winners of the OutstandingStudent Leader Award.

The Outstanding Competitive Event Award is designed to encourage participation inopen competitive events which may include anything from sports to cultural activities.

The CCCU External Achievement Competition recognizes and rewards independentachievements outside of CityU and CCCU. There are several competition entries in thefollowing areas:

Open sports competitions

Other open competitions

Charity events


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Community services

Personal development

Winners receive a cash prize and their stories are included in the annual Records ofStudent Achievements. Copies of this tribute to our achievers are provided to localmedia and other organizations.

The Records of Student Achievements includes:

Scholarship award winners

Students on the Principals List

Winners of the CCCU External Achievement Competition

Former students who have established successful careers

Students can refer to the CCCUs Student Development Programme Community websiteon the Blackboard for the full details and regulations. The website will also be used to

inform all CCCU students about forthcoming events organized under the StudentDevelopment Programme. If you have any achievements, you are also welcome tosubmit them through this website.

Divisional Support

A very important component of the service provision to students is the support providedby your home Division. For help with academic matters please feel free to consult any ofthe following:

Your Lecturer or Tutor Your Course Examiner Your Academic Advisor Your Programme Leader Your Student Mentors

Other forms of support include:

Divisional Student Affairs Coordinator

Programme related internships Study tours and overseas exchange programmes Site visits and seminars Social and sports activities


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7. Student CharterOur Commitment

The Division of Applied Science and Technology (AST) would like to see staff and students

work together to improve the quality of teaching and learning by focusing on everyonesresponsibility to each other. The Charter sets out your rights and obligations as a student

in the Division. Every possible avenue has been made to enable your study here a fruitful

and worthwhile experience.

Orienting Yourself for University Life

You can expect us to give you the following:

A suitable introduction to student life at the CCCU. A handbook and a website containing the rules and standards that apply to your

programme, with details about the courses you will study, the choices you need to

make, and our regulations and procedures for assessment, behaviour, discipline,

and appeals.

A calendar for the academic year and your timetable on the Web.

Details of tutorials and other learning support arrangements, including who your

tutors are, what roles they have and how you can contact them.

Details of how to do course registration through the Web.

A clear statement about the requirements for passing your programme and what

will happen if you do not pass key assessments.

Information about:

o the Students Union or Divisional Societies;

o our policies on health, safety, and the learning environment;

o the Student Development Services; and

o financial matters, including what kinds of support are provided by the Student

Development Services in case you are in difficulty.

We expect you to do the following:

Get familiar with the information we give you.

Follow our rules and procedures.

Fill out the Confidential Student Information Sheet including contact telephone

numbers and address, and return it to the General Office of the Division in due

course.

Actively participate in the activities organised by the CCCU, Divisional societies and

the Division.


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Making Teaching and Learning Effective

You can expect us to provide the following:

Teaching and learning activities that are up-to-date, well planned and based on

market need.

A range of ways to encourage and assess learning at each level of study.

A schedule of assignments for each course with reasonable time for completion. Details of how you will be assessed and the type of feedback you will get.

Your assignments marked and returned back to you with feedback from the tutor

within a reasonable period of time, unless there is a good reason why this cannot be

done.

A suitable learning environment for each type of learning activity.

The chance to express your opinion about the programme through group/class

representatives or by yourself.

Regular occasions to discuss your progress and get study advice through tutors and

lecturers. As much notice as we can if we change the teaching arrangements.

A notice on the notice board, Blackboard or through the email if we have to cancel

or reschedule class.

Replacement classes as necessary due to cancelled classes.

Information about what is expected in project work, how we will mark it, and what

formal supervision there will be.

An education level which lets you achieve a similar standard to those students doing

a similar programme in Hong Kong.

Continuous support for students with special needs from your Year Tutors and/or

Academic Advisors.

Concise course materials on the Web.

A timetable posted on individual lecturers door to indicate the consultation hours.

A detailed description on academic regulations and dishonesty on the CCCUs

website (http://www.cityu.edu.hk/cccu/cs_rules_regulation.htm).


Familiarize yourself with the programme documents and, particularly, the academicrequirements for graduation.

Work enthusiastically through your chosen programme of study.

Attend the scheduled classes and explain the reasons for any time off to your

tutor/lecturer.

Hand in coursework on time and tell tutors if you have any problems.

Do the assignments and laboratory exercises on your own and do not copy from

your fellow classmates.

Give us evidence ofany circumstances that you think have affected your study.

Contact the tutor/lecturer concerned during tutorials or consultation hours in case

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Keep us informed upon change of contact telephone numbers and/or addresses by

reporting to the General Office (GO) and the Academic Regulations and Records

Office (ARRO) as soon as possible.

Read the notice board in the Division and check your email messages on regular

basis.

Browse the websites concerned to obtain up-to-date information on course

materials on regular basis.Give us your opinion on the teaching and learning activities provided.

Participating as a University Citizen

You can expect to receive:

Information about how students are represented and involved in making decisions

on University matters through the Student Development Services. There are several

ways to involve yourself in making decisions in the University and opportunities togive your opinions and comments and get a response.

The chance to be represented on decision-making boards and groups such as the

CCCU Academic Board, etc.


Participate actively in the nomination and election of Student Representatives.

Take advantage of the training opportunities provided and attend relevant meetings

if you decide to be a Student Representative.

Making Full Use of Learning Support

You can expect us to do the following:

Make sure that the library has at least one copy of each book and article that

lecturers recommend in course outlines.

Make sure the Computer Laboratories are open at appropriate times.

Make sure that any planned changes to learning support and computing facilitiesare advertised.

Provide a quiet and virus-free environment in the Computer Laboratories.


Respect the rights of other users by keeping quiet, and refrain from eating and

drinking in each Computer Laboratory.

Follow the health and safety procedures and regulations in the laboratories.

Return items which you have borrowed when they are due for return.

Follow the rules posted in each Computer Laboratory and the instructions of the

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Take reasonable steps to protect computer/production equipment and not to install

your own unauthorised software.

Report any defects found in computer/production equipment to the TSC staff as

soon as possible.

Refrain from occupying computer/production equipment if you are not using them.

Looking Ahead for Career Planning

You can expect us to do the following:

Provide up-to-date, accurate and detailed information on what you can do after you

leave CCCU, including further education, training and job opportunities.

Provide career education as part of your study.

Arrange for career advisers to answer your questions.

Provide job vacancies on the notice board, Blackboard or through the email.

Help you practise interviewing skills through sessions arranged by the Division.


Visit the CAIO center to seek career information and guidance during the final year

of your programme of study.

Attend training programmes on interviewing skills offered by the CAIO and/or the

Division.

Tell the organizers if you cannot go to activities they have specially arranged for

you.

Handling Complaints

CCCU has its own systems of administration, teaching and learning, academic

programme development, student affairs and finance, with an independent

management and academic structure separate from that of City University of Hong Kong.

All complaints concerning CCCU matters should be addressed direct to CCCU

management, as there is no mechanism within City University of Hong Kong to deal withsuch matters.

Current CCCU students or past students who wish to make suggestions for improvements

or complaints about CCCU matters may do so by following the proper procedures. If you

wish to do so, you may consult the Complaints Procedure for CCCU Students and lodge

your complaint in accordance with procedures promulgated on CCCUs website at

www.cityu.edu.hk/cccu> Current Students > Complaints.

We are committed to equal access to facilities, fair practice, respect and courtesy. It isour belief that the best way to improve the Division is to improve communication

between students and staff. If you do have a problem, tell the person concerned. This is
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also a standard you can base on to assess the performance of a lecturer/tutor while

filling out the various online questionnaire like the Course Evaluation Questionnaire

(CEQ) and the Teaching and Learning Questionnaire (TLQ).

If you think there is something wrong with the programme or the course you are

studying, you should talk first to the staff member directly involved in the matter, that is,

the course tutor or lecturer teaching the course. If you are not satisfied with his/heranswer, you should speak to:

Course Examiner (for course specific problems)

Members of Programme Management Team (for general matters)

Programme Leader, or

Acting Head of Division

You can expect us to do the following: Provide the names, contact numbers and e-mail addresses of your Year Tutors,

lecturers, and Programme Leader on the Web.

Address the matter in an objective manner.


Be objective and brave to speak up.

Talk to your Class Representatives to rectify the situation.

Communicate with us and make suggestions.


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8. Staff and ContactsAcademic Staff

Acting Head

Tse Ning, CyrilMPhil CityU, MEd PolyU, EdD UWA(Aust.), CIFI

Academic Interests: Cloud Computing, Internet Security, MobileApplication, Operation Research, Computer-Aided Learning.

Email:cyril.tse @cityu.edu.hk

Tel: 3442-9800


Principal Lecturers

Chan Chi-kong, JosephMEng Wisconsin, MSc PhD Indiana, MHKCS, MASA, MNSS

Academic Interests: Environmental and physiological acoustics,Environmental noises, Human factors in aviation.


Tel: 3442-8207


Layfield, Andrew MartinMSc Leicester, PhD Hull (UK)

Academic Interests: Computer Aided Assessment, EnvironmentalMonitoring.


Tel: 3442-4772


Lecturers

Chang Fong Cheuk-wai, RoseMEdPolyU, MBA Surrey (UK), MHKCS, MUPA

Academic Interests: Human-computer interface, Databaseapplication, Creative thinking.


Tel: 3442-7476


Cheung Ting-on, LewisBSc N. London (UK), MGIS PhD HKU

Academic Interests: Ecotourism, Nature Conservation,Environmental policy and planning, GIS application.


Tel: 3442-7688


Kwan Ho-yuet, VincentBEng HKUST, MPhil PhD CUHK

Academic Interests: Electronics, Digital Communications, MobileCommunications and Information Theory.

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 3442-9509


Kwong Chung-hang, TimothyMPhil PhD CityU, MBGS, MHKWMA, CCNA

Academic Interests: Database and Data Mining, Networking,Waste Management, Logistics.


Tel: 3442-8501

Office: AC2-6426 , Main Campus
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Lau Ho-lamMPhil PhD HKUST

Academic Interests: Web Application, Multimedia Processing,Data Mining, XML.


Tel: 3442-9252


Lo King-shuen, ReneeBBA MPhil CityU

Academic Interests: Statistical Analysis, Marketing Research,Economic Modeling and Optimization, Logistics.


Tel: 3442-5780


Ma Wai-kin, KennyMBA Leicester, DBA Newcastle (UK)

Academic Interests: Multimedia Authoring, Airline Operationsand Marketing.


Tel: 3442-9882


Tang Ka-keung

BSc HKU, MAcc Curtin(UK), MA CityUAcademic Interests: Business Information Technology, ProjectManagement, Liberal Studies.


Tel: 3442-4776Office: AC2-6418, Main Campus

Tsang W H, NelsonBSc MPhil CityU,

Academic Interests: Real-time Database, Mobile Computing,Artificial Intelligent, Computer Networking.


Tel: 3442-6140


Tsoi Yau-chat, DesmondBEng MPhilHKUST, PhD NTU(Singapore)

Academic Interests: Computer Vision, Image / Video Processing,Computer Graphics, Web Technology and Multimedia.


Tel: 3442-8167


Administrative Staff

Executive Officer Lun Kit-ming, Kimmy

Clerical Officers Chan Pui-ching, PhoebeCheung Wing-leung

Wong Wai-shan, Tiffany
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Location and Opening Hours of General Office

Location Opening hours

General Office

AC2-6436Main Campus

Monday Friday8:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.1:45 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

Saturday9:00 a.m. 12:00 noon

Enquiries

For more information about our programmes and the Division, you may contact us, visit our website or

email us.

Enquiries (General Office): 3442-8763 Fax: 3442-0519

Website: http://www.dco.cityu.edu.hk/ Email: [email protected]
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9. Academic CalendarSemester A 2012/13

September 2012

S M T W T F S

1

WK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

WK 2 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

WK 3 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

WK 4 23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30

Events / Public Holidays

6 Aug - 1 Sep Term Break

3 Sep - 1 Dec Semester A 2012/13*Applicable to current

students in bachelors degrees and associate degrees; senior-

year entrants to bachelors degrees; students admitted with

Advanced Standing II; new intakes and current students in

postgraduate programmes.

10 Sep - 8 Dec Semester A 2012/13# Applicable to all new

intakes admitted to bachelors degrees and associate degrees

in 2012/13 (including HKALE, HKDSE, students admitted

with Advanced Standing I, and 2011/12 foundation year

students proceeding to bachelor's degrees). There is no

revision week for them in Semester A 2012/13.

October 2012

S M T W T F S

WK 5 1 2 3 4 5 6

WK 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

WK 7 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

WK 8 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

WK 9 28 29 30 31


1 Day following Mid-Autumn Festival

2 Day following National Day

3 Graduation Date23 Chung Yeung Festival

November 2012

S M T W T F S

1 2 3

WK10 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

WK11 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

WK12 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

WK13 25 26 27 28 29 30

December 2012

S M T W T F S1

WK14 2 3 4 5 6 7 8


1 Last Day of Teaching*

3 - 8 Student Revision Period*

8 Last Day of Teaching#


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9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

10 - 22 Examination Period

24 Dec 2012 - 12 Jan 2013 Semester Break

25 Christmas Day

26 Day following Christmas Day

January 2013

S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31


1 First day of January

Semester B 2012/13

January 2013

S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

WK 1 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

WK 2 20 21 22 23 24 25 26

WK 3 27 28 29 30 31


24 Dec 2012 - 12 Jan 2013 Semester Break

1 First day of January

14 Jan - 27 AprSemester B 2012/13

February 2013

S M T W T F S

1 2WK 4 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

WK 5 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

WK 6 24 25 26 27 28


11 - 16 Lunar New Year Break

11 - 13 Lunar New Year Holidays

15 Graduation Date

March 2013

S M T W T F S1 2

WK 7 3 4 5 6 7 8 9


29 Good Friday

29 Mar - 4 AprEaster Break

30 Day following Good Friday


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WK 9 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

WK10 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

31

April 2013

S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 5 6

WK11 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

WK12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

WK13 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30


1 Easter Monday

4 Ching Ming Festival

27 Last Day of Teaching

29 Apr - 4 May Student Revision Period

May 2013

S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30 31


1 Labour Day

6 - 20 Examination Period

17 Buddha's Birthday

21 May - 8 Jun Semester Break

Please refer to the CCCU website for the latest version of the Academic Calendars.

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