The Academic Council meeting involved the approval of several new program proposals, including Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Psychology Co-Op programs, a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies Co-Op, and a Trade Teacher Certificate. Significant time was dedicated to reviewing and approving course changes for various subjects, such as Engineering Statics, Applied Study, Contemporary Issues in Science, Introduction to Cell Biology, Molecular Genetics, Human Physiology, and Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology. The Council also approved revisions to the Admission to Credit Programs Policy and amendments to the Timetable Policy and Procedure regarding scheduling software limitations and class locations.
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The meeting involved several program change proposals, including modifications to the Bachelor of Applied Arts in Film Production, the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diploma, and the Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree. A new course proposal for Modern Astronomy and Cosmology was approved. The Council extended the deadline for the Constitution Review ad hoc Committee. Additionally, updates to the Timetable Policy regarding faculty wellbeing were approved, while several motions concerning scheduling procedures and faculty working hours were either deferred or failed to carry.
Apr 24, 2026·Board meeting
Academic Council Meeting Minutes
The council discussed the agenda and the placement of the Timetable Ad Hoc Committee Report for consideration. Action items included the approval of curriculum changes for the Bachelor of Applied Arts in Animation and Visual Effects, adjustments to contact hours for the OPTA 1130 Practicum, and updated prerequisites for the ENGL 1219 course. Members also addressed a discrepancy regarding a policy amendment that was not properly reflected on the website and reviewed information regarding the future academic schedule and previous executive meeting proceedings.
Dec 5, 2025·Board meeting
Red Deer Polytechnic Academic Council Minutes
The Academic Council reviewed and approved various new course proposals and course change proposals for multiple departments, including Acting, Kinesiology and Sports Study, Social Work, and Pharmacy Technician. Significant program changes were approved for the Kinesiology and Sport Studies Diploma, the Pharmacy Technician Diploma, and the Bachelor of Business Administration. Additionally, the Council decided to strike an ad-hoc committee to conduct a comprehensive review of the Academic Council Constitution and by-laws, with specific membership appointments confirmed.
