Algonquin College - Police & Public Safety Institute

Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.'s)

How do I apply for an exemption (external transfer of credit) for a course I took at another institution? How do I apply for an exemption (internal transfer of credit) for a course I took at Algonquin College? How do I purchase a locker / and or parking? How can I obtain a student card? When and how will I receive my new timetable? How do I add / drop courses? What if I have a question that I can’t find the answer? How do I check my Algonquin College email? How do I get on to Blackboard? What do I do if I don’t own a computer? How do I use a particular program or online service at Algonquin? Do I have to have all my textbooks before I start classes? What if I have a criminal record?

How do I apply for an exemption (external transfer of credit) for a course I took at another institution? Policy: http://www.algonquincollege.com/registrar/academicpolicy/E10.pdf Form: You may purchase a form from the Registrar’s Office C150 in person. Top

How do I apply for an exemption (internal transfer of credit) for a course I took at Algonquin College? Policy: http://www.algonquincollege.com/registrar/academicpolicy/E09.pdf Form: http://www.algonquincollege.com/registrar/Forms/rgstr022.pdf Top

How do I purchase a locker / and or parking? http://www.algonquincollege.com/ancillary/parking/index.htm Top

How can I obtain a student card? http://www.algonquincollege.com/ancillary/parking/Card%20Systems%20Site/pages/howto.htm Top

When and how will I receive my new timetable? New students: will be mailed a copy in August. Returning students: may view their timetables on ACSIS in August . https://acsis.algonquincollege.com/ Top

How do I add / drop courses? http://extraweb.algonquincollege.com/registrar/faq/faq_topic.asp?topic=Registration Top

What if I have a question that I can’t find the answer? http://extraweb.algonquincollege.com/registrar/faq/faq_form.asp?topic=Registration Top

How do I check my Algonquin College mail? Use Algonquin College webmail (webmail.algonquincollege.com) Top

How do I get on to Blackboard? Check with the Online Learning Cennter, C102 or go to ITS in Room C316. Top

What do I do if I don’t own a computer? Use one of the College Access Labs, available 7/24. Top

How do I use a particular program or online service at Algonquin? Go to the Online Learning Center located in Room C102. Top

Do I have to have all my textbooks before I start classes? NO – wait until you go to your first class before you purchase ANY text, including used texts from senior students. (Texts can and do change from year to year). Top

What if I have a criminal record? A conviction for a criminal offence may hinder your employment opportunities or disqualify you for field placements in certain programs.. You are encouraged to speak with the program coordinator if you have concerns in this area. Top