SCI888 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How will SCI888 be graded? Is it pass/fail?
A: SCI888 is not a pass/fail course. The course will be graded on the student's ability to pivot their thinking and design throughout the course, in the form of a variety of in-class assessments. A variety of presentation formats will be used, in addition to self-reflection and peer assessments to track development.
Q: Is this course credited, and graded differently than my regular undergraduate courses?
A: This is a for-credit course where the credit is similar to that of typical credited courses here at Toronto Metropolitan.
Q: Is SCI888 available for-credit for graduate studies?
A: No, but graduate students can receive a certificate from the Career Centre.
Q: What kind of credit will I receive?
A: SCI888 is an open-elective course, although in most cases, students may convert the credit into professionally related (PR), with approval from their program director. This course cannot be credited as a liberal elective.
Q: Is there a lab component?
A: Yes. It will consist of experiential learning opportunities such as Idea Shops.
Q: What is an Idea Shop?
A: We define Idea Shops as forms of experiential-based learning, where multidisciplinary teams have the opportunity to troubleshoot industry-based challenges.
Q: How many class hours are there per week?
A: 4 hours.
Q: In which semesters is this course offered?
A: This course is typically offered in all semesters: Fall, Winter and Spring/Summer. Whether the course runs in the summer depends on enrollment numbers. The next time this course runs will be Fall 3023.
Q: If I have a course conflict, can I still take the course?
A: Each SCI888 class session is mandatory due to the gradable work that is required to be done in class.
Q: What prerequisites or skills are needed to take the course?
A: There are no prerequisites required and also no specific skill level to enroll into this course.
Q: Who will be assigning the teams for the hackathons?
A: The teams will be determined by the course facilitator.
Q: How do I enroll?
A: The enrollment form for Fall 2023 will be available on our website closer to the course start-date.
Q: Is there coding or programming involved in this course?
A: No, the SDZ hackathon model does not involve coding or programming.