FID Orienation 2024 by Cape Peninsula University of Technology

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN 2024 Orientation Programmes

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

WELCOME MESSAGE DEAN – FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN Please find a warm welcome from the Faculty of Informatics and Design. Our faculty is a home of five Departments (Information Technology, Architectural Technology, Applied Design, Media and Urban and Regional Planning). The diverse nature of the faculty is presenting possible staff and students’ collaborations for technological cutting-edge projects. The design and technology nature of our programmes prepares our graduates for the world of works requirements demanded by the Fourth and Fifth Industrial Technology. The staff and students in the faculty have won different national and international competitions, which presents the quality of work our faculty is contributing to the global community. The students have an opportunity to explore possibilities of applying for the international student exchange programs. Part of Service/Work Integrated and project-based learning, our students are given opportunities to engage with industry partners. The faculty strives to embrace inclusiveness that harnesses appropriate technologies in a collaborative, supportive and transformative academic environment by being responsive and adaptive to local, national, continental, and global socio, eco and cultural context. This vision is supported by our mission statement which seeks to embrace the spirit of oneness (ubunye) in providing diverse innovative T&L, research, and community engagement, for students and staff towards achieving excellence in academic performance, entrepreneurship, and lifelong learning. We work hard in producing well rounded graduates that are ready for industry and be able to be employers by starting their businesses. Welcome to FID you have made a right choice to join the family that focuses on bringing solutions to national and global communities.

PROF TEMBISA NGQONDI

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

ONE MORE THING WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THE ORIENTATION IN PREPARATION FOR THE 2024 ACADEMIC YEAR. Once the orientation programmes for the various programmes are completed, classes will continue as per the timetable. Timetables are discussed during the orientation week with the respective programmes. Please divert any questions to the email links provided for the respective departments. We hope to see you soon!

Please bring your proof of registration or student card. Security at the various entrances may request it.

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

EXTENDED CURRICULUM (ECP) APPLIED DESIGN STUDENTS Venue: District Six Campus, Design Building, Engineering Building, Room 2.13/2.13A Instructions to venue: The entrance is located off Hanover Street. Enter the gates and walk up the path, all the way up to the Design Building. For more information: Ms Amanda Morris – MorrisA@cput.ac.za

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: • • • • •

Please bring your proof of registration or student card. Security at the various entrances may request it. Please note that this programme is subject to change at short notice (due to factors, among others, like load shedding etc.). Pay special attention to the various venues allocated to each activity. Special activity materials will be provided. Students are required to BRING THEIR OWN PEN, PENCIL, AND NOTEBOOK.

12 FEBRUARY 2024

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

09h00 – 11h00

Welcoming and Introduction to ECP

11h00

BREAK

11h30 – 12h30

GROUP 1: T1 Being a design student (Room 2.18 Design Building, District Six)

PRESENTER HOD, ECP staff

(Rooms 2.18 & 2.20 Design Building, District Six)

Elna/Penny

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 2: T2 Systems / Communication (Room 4.52 Engineering Building, District Six)

Amanda

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 3: T3 Facilities / Resources (Room 2.20 Design Building District Six)

Cheri/Micah

Activity materials will be supplied.

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

TIME 09h00 – 10h00

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE GROUP 1: T2 Systems / Communication (Room 4.52 Engineering Building, District Six)

PRESENTER Amanda

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 2: T3 Facilities / Resources (Room 2.20 Design Building, District Six)

Cheri/Micah

13 FEBRUARY 2024

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 3: T1 Being a design student (Room 2.18 Design Building, District Six)

Elna/Penny

Activity materials will be supplied. BRING OWN PEN, PENCIL, AND NOTEBOOK. DISTRICT SIX CAMPUS PIAZZA 10h0011h30

VC’s welcome address

11h3012h00

GROUP 1: T3 Facilities / Resources (Room 2.20 Design Building, District Six)

Vice Chancellor

Plus, short BREAK Cheri/Micah

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 2: T1 Being a design student (Room 2.18 Design Building, District Six)

Elna/Penny

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 3: T2 Systems / Communication (Room 4.52 Engineering Building, District Six)

Amanda

Activity materials will be supplied.

14 FEBRUARY 2024

BRING OWN PEN, PENCIL AND NOTEBOOK.

TIME 09h00 – 10h30

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE GROUP 1: Studio Orientation (Room 2.18 Design Building, District Six)

PRESENTER Elna

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 2: Studio Orientation (Room 2.20 Design Building, District Six)

Penny

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 3: Studio Orientation (Room 4.66 Engineering Building, District Six)

Cheri

Activity materials will be supplied. BRING OWN PEN, PENCIL AND NOTEBOOK.

14 FEBRUARY 2024

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

11h00

BREAK

11h3012h30

GROUP 1: T1 Scamping (Room 2.18 Design Building, District Six)

Penny

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 2: T1 Scamping (Room 2.20 Design Building, District Six)

Micha

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 3: T1 Scamping (Room 4.66 Engineering Building, District Six)

Cheri

Activity materials will be supplied. BRING OWN PEN, PENCIL AND NOTEBOOK. TIME 09h00 – 10h00

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE GROUP 1: Photo / PDF + BlackBoard App submit (Room 4.66 Engineering Building, District Six)

PRESENTER Cheri

15 FEBRUARY 2024

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 2: Basic Materials info session (Room 2.20 Design Building, District Six)

Penny

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 3: Student Counselling Vids (Room 4.52 Engineering Building, District Six)

Lab Assistant

Activity materials will be supplied. 10h00 – 11h00

GROUP 1: Basic Materials info session (Room 2.20 Design Building, District Six)

Penny

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 2: Student Counselling Vids (Room 4.52 Engineering Building, District Six)

Lab Assistant

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 3: Photo / PDF + BlackBoard App submit (Room 4.66 Engineering Building, District Six)

Cheri

Activity materials will be supplied. BRING OWN PEN, PENCIL AND NOTEBOOK.

16 FEBRUARY 2024

15 FEBRUARY 2024

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

11h00

BREAK

11h3012h30

GROUP 1: Student Counselling Vids (Room 4.52 Engineering Building, District Six)

Lab Assistant

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 2: Photo / PDF + BlackBoard App submit (Room 4.66 Engineering Building, District Six)

Cheri

Activity materials will be supplied. GROUP 3: Basic Materials info session (Room 2.20 Design Building, District Six)

Penny

Activity materials will be supplied. BRING OWN PEN, PENCIL, AND NOTEBOOK.

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

09h00 – 10h30

All students gather in Room 2.18 and 2.20 Design Building, District Six

Student Assistants, All ECP Staff and Coordinator

• •

Course Guide, Timetable, Weekly, Year Planner, Assessments Create Class Groups BRING OWN PEN, PENCIL, AND NOTEBOOK.

10h30

BREAK

11h0012h30

Orientation Task (Room 2.18 Design Building, District Six) Mounting exercises (Room 2.20 Design Building, District Six)

Student Assistants, All ECP Staff and Coordinator

Activity materials will be supplied.

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FIRST YEAR VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN STUDENTS Venue: District Six Campus, Design Building, District Six Instructions to venue: The entrance is located off Hanover Street. Enter the gates and walk up the path, all the way up to the Design Building. Enter the building and walk up to the top floor. For more information: Mr Lionel Franciscus – FranciscusL@cput.ac.za

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: • •

12 FEBRUARY 2024

TIME 09h00

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

INFORMATION: Forms to be filled out (VCD Foyer Building)

VCD Lecturers and Mentors

MATERIALS: notebook and pen 09h30

WELCOME: Introduction to VCD team.

VCD Lecturers

10h00

STUDIO: Activity (VCD1 Studios Room Building)

Sean

11h00

BREAK

11h20

STUDIO: Photoshoot (VCD Photo Studio Room Building)

Nicole

11h40 – complete

STUDIO: Drawing exercise: head & object studies (VCD1 Studios Room Building)

Brendan

MATERIALS: pencils – HB, 2B, 3B, 4B and eraser STUDIO: Continue with headshots photos (VCD Photo Studio Room Building)

13 FEBRUARY 2024

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

09h00 – 10h00

STUDIO: Photoshoot 1 – headshots continued for students who did not complete this activity the previous day (VCD Photo Studio Room Building)

14 FEBRUARY 2024

Brendan

MATERIALS: notebook and pen DISTRICT SIX CAMPUS PIAZZA 10h00 – 11h00

VC’s welcome address

Vice Chancellor

11h30 – 12h30

STUDIO: Photoshoot 2 – Personality shots (VCD Photo Studio Room Building)

Brendan

12h30 – 13h30

STUDIO: Group activity (VCD1 Studios Room Building) MATERIALS: black marker (or any other colour), fine liner.

TIME

15 FEBRUARY 2024

PRESENTER

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

09h00 0930

INTRODUCTION: Student Counselling (VCD1 Studios Room Building)

Student Counselling Speaker

09h30

BREAK

10h45

STUDIO: Design exercise (VCD1 Studios Room Building)

Lionel

12h00 – 12h30

BRIEF: Mapping the City brief (VCD1 Studios Room Building)

Sean

MATERIALS: Notepad & pen GROUP: Class allocations (VCD1 Studios Room Building) 12h30 – 13h00

VISIT: Art-Sauce. Kits finalised

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

VCD Lecturers and Mentors

PRESENTER

09h00 – 10h30

Mapping the City Walkabout

10h45– 11h00

Mapping the City Prep Feedback

11h00

BREAK

11h15 – 12:15

Presentations of City Mapping (VCD1 Studios Room Building)

Students

12h30 – 13h30

PEER REVIEW: Life at CPUT from the Perspective of Advanced Diploma Students (VCD1 Studios Room Building)

Advanced Diploma Students

MATERIALS: Sunhat and sunblock for city walk

Student Counselling Speaker Sean

16 FEBRUARY 2024

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

09h00 – 10h00

ROLES: This is Your Course (VCD1 Studios Room Building)

Margaret

10h00 – complete

HOW-TO: Mount and Display Your Work (VCD1 Studios Room Building)

Mentors

MATERIALS: Mounting Board, NT Cutter, HB pencil, set square, metal ruler PHOTOSHOOT: Catch-up (VCD Photo Studio Room Building)

TBC

ADMIN MATTERS: Residence, registration, kit & other (VCD1 Studios Room Building)

TBC

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FIRST YEAR PRODUCT DESIGN STUDENTS Venue: District Six Campus, Design Building, District Six Instructions to venue: The entrance is located off Hanover Street. Enter the gates and walk up the path, all the way up to the Design Building. Enter the building and walk onto the ground floor. For more information: Mr Craig Finnan - FinnanC@cput.ac.za

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: •

12 FEBRUARY 2024

•

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES ROOM 1.14 GROUND FLOOR DESIGN BUILDING

09h00 – 14h00

WELCOME: Head of Department INTRODUCTION: Academic and Support Staff REGISTRATION: Checking on registration status, accessing the CPUT network ADMIN: Capturing of student info LIBRARY: Orientation (11h00) TOUR: Campus tour ONLINE: Navigating the student digital environment

13 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES ROOM 1.14 GROUND FLOOR DESIGN BUILDING

09h00 – 14h00

PIAZZA: The Vice-Chancellor of the Cape Peninsula University of Technology will address all registering first-year (10h00) ACTIVITIES: Creativity exercises

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

14 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES ROOM 1.14 GROUND FLOOR DESIGN BUILDING

09h00 – 14h00

ACTIVITIES: Creativity exercises continued STUDENT COUNSELLING: Presentation (11h30)

15 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES ROOM 1.14 GROUND FLOOR DESIGN BUILDING

09h00 – 14h00

ACTIVITIES: Creativity exercises continued

16 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES ROOM 1.14 GROUND FLOOR DESIGN BUILDING

09h00 – 14h00

ACTIVITIES: Creativity exercises continued

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FIRST YEAR JEWELLERY DESIGN STUDENTS Venue: District Six Campus, Science Building, District Six Instructions to venue: Please join WhatsApp group to receive detailed directions. For more information: Carena Janse van Rensburg - jansevanrensburgc@cput.ac.za

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: • •

12 FEBRUARY 2024

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES ROOM 1.14 SCIENCES BUILDING

09h00 – 10h00

ROLE CALL: Student details

10h00 – 12h00

INTRODUCTION: Vassiliki Konstandakellis REGISTRATION: Confirmation

12h00

BREAK

12h30 – 14h00

TOUR: Campus with Senior Students

13 FEBRUARY 2024

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES DISTRICT SIX CAMPUS PIAZZA

10h00 – 11h00

PIAZZA: The Vice-Chancellor of the Cape Peninsula University of Technology will address all registering first-year

11h00

BREAK ROOM 1.14 SCIENCES BUILDING

12h30 – 15h00

WORKSHOP PRACTICE: Linda Cameron-Dow Health and Safety Rules and Regulations Account set up and payment 13 FEBRU ARY 2024

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

15 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME 10h00 – 12h00

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES LIBRARY: Meet the Librarian ROOM 1.14 SCIENCES BUILDING

12h30

FUNDANI: All students in the program to attend the presentation

16 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME 09h00 – 14h00

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES GET TO KNOW CAPE TOWN: Jewellery Suppliers and Eateries

19 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES ROOM 1.14 SCIENCES BUILDING

09h00 – 15h00

BENCH ALLOCATION AND UNPACK TOOLKITS: Introduction PC LAB. Uploading a photo to Black Board (Group 1) BENCH ALLOCATION AND UNPACK TOOLKITS: Introduction PC LAB. Uploading a photo to Black Board (Group 2)

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FIRST YEAR FASHION DESIGN STUDENTS Venue: District Six Campus, Design Building, District Six Instructions to venue: The entrance is located off Hanover Street. Enter the gates and walk up the path, all the way up to the Design Building. Enter the building and walk up to the first floor. For more information: Ms Joanna Voysey – VoyseyV@cput.ac.za

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: • •

12 FEBRUARY 2024

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES ROOM 1.7 DESIGN BUILDING

09h30 – 10h00 10h00 – 11h00

WELCOME: Introductions Dr. M Di Ruvo (HOD) and Bongi Kolisi- Staff Introductions

ICEBREAKER: Speed dating ROOM 4.66 ENGINEERING BUILDING

11h30 – 12h30

PRESENTATION: What it means to be a design student

12h30 – 13h30

IT: Wi-Fi and email access NB: Contact list

13 FEBRUARY 2024

TIME 09h30 – 10h00

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES CAMPUS and LIBRARY TOUR: Senior students walk with the first years ROOM 2.8 DESIGN BUILDING

10h00 – 11h00

SEWING LAB TOUR AND RULES: Calvin Myamya ROOM 1.7 DESIGN BUILDING

11h30 – 12h00

FABRIC STORES: Walkabout Group Project 13 FEBRU ARY 2024

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

16 FEBRUARY 2024

15 FEBRUARY 2024

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES ROOM 1.7 DESIGN BUILDING

09h30 – 10h00

ORIENTATION PROJECT BRIEF: Marquin

10h00 – 11h00

UNPACKING OF KITS: Design, Patterns and Sewing kits

11h30 – 12h30

FUNDANI TALKS: Representatives SRC TALKS: Representatives ROOM 4.66 ENGINEERING BUILDING

12h30 – 13h00

TIME

BLACKBOARD: Navigation

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES ROOM 1.7 DESIGN BUILDING

09h00 – 13h00

GUIDANCE: Year Planner, Timetable, Budget ROOM 2.8 DESIGN BUILDING

10h00 – 13h00

SEWING MACHINE TRAINING: All first years

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FIRST YEAR ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY AND INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENTS Venue: District Six Campus, 80 Roeland Street, Cape Town – First Year Studio: First Floor | ECP Studio: Second Floor

MAP

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: •

12 FEBRUARY 2024

•

Please note that this programme is subject to change at short notice (due to factors, among others, like load shedding etc.). Please bring your proof of registration or student card. Security at the various entrances may request it.

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES 80 ROELAND STREET CAPE TOWN

09h00

Start Arriving (ECP students to meet at ECP studio from 09h00-09h45)

10h00

WELCOME: Head of Department

10h20

INTRODUCTION: Academic and Support Staff

10h30

BREAK

11h00

UNIVERSITY SUPPORT SERVICES: Library Services

11h30

UNIVERSITY SUPPORT SERVICES: Student Counselling

12 FEBRUARY 2024

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

12h00

UNIVERSITY SUPPORT SERVICES: Faculty Office

12h30

UNIVERSITY SUPPORT SERVICES: Building and Campus security

13h00

BREAK

13h30

UNIVERSITY SUPPORT SERVICES: SRC

14h00

UNIVERSITY SUPPORT SERVICES: HIV Unit

14h30

IT: Computer and Wi-Fi access, Learner Management System (BlackBoard)

15h00

13 FEBRUARY 2024

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES DISTRICT SIX MAIN CAMPUS DISTRICT SIX CAMPUS PIAZZA Arrive early and make your way to the Piazza to secure a seat

10h00 – 14h00

The Vice-Chancellor of the Cape Peninsula University of Technology will address all registering first-year. DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS AND SERVICES: Invites all first-year students to visit the stalls, exhibitions and student activities that will be on offer between 10h00 to 14h00. This will give students the opportunity to familiarise themselves with all the different student support departments and services on offer to students. WHILE ON DISTRICT SIX CAMPUS:

14 FEBRUARY 2024

• •

Problem Solving: Kit list, student cards, etc. Visit and explore library, introduce yourself to Department Librarian

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES SUBJECT ORIENTATION

09h30

Feedback/discussion on ATID Primer, District Six and Library visit

09h45

INTRO TO SUBJECT STREAMS: Design, Technology, Environmental Design, Literacy, and Practice

10h30

BREAK

11h00

Join Vertical Project team

13h00

LUNCH HOUR SCHOOL TALK: Cape Institute for Architecture (CIFA)

14h00

Continue with Vertical Project

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

15 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES BUILDING ORIENTATION

09h30 – 14h30

BUILDING ORIENTATION: Meet in the first-year studio for briefing VERTICAL PROJECT: – join your VP team

16 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME 10h00 – 12h00

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES VERTICAL PROJECT: Milestone 1 – Join your VP team to present project progress

19 – 23 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME 09h00

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES VERTICAL PROJECT: Milestone 2 – Continue with Vertical Project teams

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FIRST YEAR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS Venue: District Six Campus, Engineering Building, District Six Instructions to venue: The entrance is located off Tenant Street. Enter the boom gates past security. Walk all the way up to the Engineering Building entrance. For more information: Mr Bhadra Ranchod – ranchodb@cput.ac.za

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: • • • •

Due to the number of first-year IT students, the above programme will be duplicated over two days to accommodate the prospective 400 students. Activities mentioned for the orientation will be subject to change. Please note that this programme is subject to change at short notice (due to factors, among others, like load shedding etc.). Please bring your proof of registration or student card. Security at the various entrances may request it.

To the first-year IT students Congratulations on making it to the first year in the IT department at CPUT. As a department, we are thrilled to welcome you to our vibrant community where innovation, problem-solving, teamwork, and endless possibilities converge. I must say, you are embarking on a journey into the dynamic and forever-evolving realm of IT. So, as you step into this exciting field, remember that you are not just entering a course of study; you are joining an IT community of forward-thinkers and technology enthusiasts. In this department, you'll explore the latest advancements in the Multimedia, Communication Networks, and Application Development programmes. In your academic journey, you will encounter challenges and opportunities that will shape your skills and mindset. Embrace your journey because it will be a steppingstone towards mastering the intricacies of IT. You'll also find yourself working with diverse teams, exchanging ideas, and building solutions that can change the world. Remember, the knowledge you gain here will not only empower you but also contribute to the greater technological landscape. Please don't hesitate to ask questions, seek guidance, and explore your interests. Your lecturers, student assistants, mentors, and peers are here to support you. Take advantage of the available resources and embrace the power of technology to create, innovate, and make a positive impact. Your journey starts now and the department can't wait to see the incredible contributions you'll make to the world of Information Technology and the society at large. All the best | Okuhle kodwa

DR TABISA NCUBUKEZI Head of Department: Information Technology

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES

PRESENTER

12 FEBRUARY 2024

ROOM 1.19 ENGINEERING BUILDING 09h00

ARRIVAL: First year students are collected from the back entrance of the Engineering Building and escorted to the IT Department (yellow doors).

First Year Lecturers to Collect Students

09h30

WELCOME: Presentation by the HOD

Dr Tabisa Ncubukezi

09h40

SUBJECT INTRODUCTION: First-year lecturers

First Year Lecturers

10h25

DISABILITY UNIT: Presentation on the learning environments and support for students with disabilities.

Ms De Vos

10h35

STUDENT COUNSELLING: Presentation on the support offered to CPUT students.

Ms Marineesa Majola

10h50

REGISTRATION: Presentation on the registration and deregistration processes, including for NSFAS.

Mr Isaac Paul

11h00

BLACKBOARD: Presentation on how to log in and navigate BlackBoard.

Mr William Olivier

11h20

Students are escorted to the various IT labs

First Year IT Lecturers

11h30

BLACKBOARD: Students are introduced to an orientation link via the BlackBoard portal that provides important information on the following:

First Year IT Lecturers

• • • • •

Student credentials i.e., student number and email addresses. Learner Management System (LMS): Introduction to BlackBoard (Ultra) Student Queries – How to use CRIMS. Student Online Services (SOS) Student Information Pack including subject guides, institutional guides etc.

11h50

TECHNICAL SUPPORT: Presentation by the IT department’s technicians.

Mr Rudi Pietersen/ Mr Ismail Saliem

12h00

FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE (FYE): Introduces students to various workshops on a variety of topics to help students succeed in their studies.

Ms Meagan Hamman/Zukile Ndyalivana

12h15

TRANSFORMATION: Presentation

Ms Siphokazi Tswane

12h25

GROUP ALLOCATION: Students are allocated to their Class Groups and will receive their respective timetable (attendance is vital and compulsory).

First Year IT lecturers

13h10

Distribution of Goodie Bags

First Year IT lecturers

13h55

CAMPUS TOURS: Library, Student Centre, Clinic and ELearning.

First Year IT lecturers

14h00

Orientation Ends and Students Go Home

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

13 FEBRUARY 2024 DISTRICT SIX CAMPUS PIAZZA 10:00 The Vice Chancellor greets and welcomes all first-year students at the Piazza

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES

PRESENTER

14 FEBRUARY 2024

ROOM 1.19 ENGINEERING BUILDING 09h00 – 09h30

ARRIVAL: First year students are collected from the back entrance of the Engineering Building and escorted to the IT Department (yellow doors).

First Year Lecturers to Collect Students

09h30 – 09h40

WELCOME: Presentation by the HOD

Dr Tabisa Ncubukezi

09h40 – 10h25

SUBJECT INTRODUCTION: First-year lecturers

First Year Lecturers

10h25 – 10h35

DISABILITY UNIT: Presentation on the learning environments and support for students with disabilities.

Ms De Vos

10h35 – 10h50

STUDENT COUNSELLING: Presentation on the support offered to CPUT students.

Ms Marineesa Majola

10h50 – 11h00

REGISTRATION: Presentation on the registration and deregistration processes, including for NSFAS.

Mr Isaac Paul

11h00 – 11h20

BLACKBOARD: Presentation on how to log in and navigate BlackBoard.

Mr William Olivier

11h20 – 11h30

Students are escorted to the various IT labs

First Year IT Lecturers

11h30 – 11h50

BLACKBOARD: Students are introduced to an Orientation link via the BlackBoard portal that provides important information on the following:

First Year IT Lecturers

• • • • •

11h50 – 12h00

TECHNICAL SUPPORT: Presentation by the IT department’s technicians.

Mr Rudi Pietersen/ Mr Ismail Saliem

12h00 – 12h15

FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE (FYE): Introduces students to various workshops on a variety of topics to help students succeed in their studies.

Ms Meagan Hamman/Zukile Ndyalivana

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

12h15 – 12h25

TRANSFORMATION: Presentation

Ms Siphokazi Tswane

12h25 – 13h10

GROUP ALLOCATION: Students are allocated to their Class Groups and will receive their respective timetable (attendance is vital and compulsory).

First Year IT lecturers

13h10 –

Distribution of Goodie Bags

First Year IT lecturers

13h55 – 14h00

CAMPUS TOURS: Library, Student Centre, Clinic and ELearning.

First Year IT lecturers

14h00

Orientation Ends

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FIRST YEAR PHOTOGRAPHY STUDENTS Venue: Room 2.62, Science Building, District Six Instructions to venue: The entrance is located off Tenant Street. Enter the boom gates past security. Walk all the way up to the Science Building entrance.

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: • •

12 FEBRUARY 2024

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

ROOM 2.62 SCIENCE BUILDING 09h00 – 09h15

ORIENTATION OVERVIEW: University Entrance (Tennant Street boom gate)

Photography Lecturers

09h15 – 09h30

MEET YOUR LECTURERS: Manyatsa Vilakazi – Lecturer

Manyatsa Vilakazi

09h30 – 10h00

MEET YOUR LECTURERS: Dr Waldemar Bussiahn – Senior Lecturer

Dr Waldemar Bussiahn

10h00 – 10h15

MEET YOUR LECTURERS: Kurt Engel – Lecturer

Kurt Engel

10h15 – 11h00

BREAK

11h00 – 12h00

PRESENTATION: “My Name Is…”

Students

13 FEBRUARY 2024 DISTRICT SIX CAMPUS PIAZZA 10:00 The Vice Chancellor greets and welcomes all first-year students at the Piazza

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

14 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME 09h30 – 10h30

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE LIBRARY: An Introductory Tour of the Library District Six Campus: meet at 09h15 in the library foyer at the main entrance.

PRESENTER Faculty Librarian

ROOM 2.62 SCIENCE BUILDING 11h00 – 12h00

OVERVIEW: Timetable Overview & Equipment Guide

Manyatsa Vilakazi

15 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

LAB 3.75 SCIENCE BUILDING 09h30 – 11h30

BLACKBOARD: Orientation & Training

Thabisa Nondzube

16 FEBRUARY 2024 TIME 09h30 – 11h30

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

INFORMATION LITERACY TRAINING: Library District Six Campus: meet at 09h15 in the library foyer at the main entrance

Cavall Barends

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FIRST YEAR PUBLIC RELATIONS STUDENTS Venue: Room 2.73, Science Building, District Six Instructions to venue: The entrance is located off Tenant Street. Enter the boom gates past security. Walk all the way up to the Science Building entrance.

MAP

PUBLIC RELATIONS

For more information: Ms Rifqah Abrahams – abrahamsri@cput.ac.za

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: • •

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

12 FEBRUARY 2024

ROOM 2.73 SCIENCE BUILDING 09h00 – 09h30

WELCOME: Introduction of the Public Relations Department Staff

Department Staff

09h30 – 10h30

DEPARTMENT: Structure and Protocol

Deidre Porthen

10h30 – 10h45

ADMINISTRATOR: Role and responsibility

TBC

10h45 – 11h00

RETENTION OFFICER: Role and responsibility

Rifqah Abrahams

11h00 – 11h30

BREAK

11h30 – 12h00

INTRODUCTION: Student Protocol Document

Ian Cridland

12h00 – 13h00

DIGITAL ORIENTATION:

Thabisa Nondzube

• • • • • • •

13h00 – 13h30

Logging on to BlackBoard Mobile BlackBoard Application Purpose of BlackBoard as a Learner Management System BlackBoard Interface The Menu Uploading Content Accessing Recordings of BlackBoard Collaboration Ultra

CAMPUS ADMINISTRATION: • • • •

Rifqah Abrahams

Student Counselling (Academic Enhancement) NSFAS Residence Q&A

13 FEBRUARY 2024 DISTRICT SIX CAMPUS PIAZZA

14 FEBRUARY 2024

10:00 The Vice Chancellor greets and welcomes all first-year students at the Piazza

TIME

09h00 – 10h30

10h30 – 11h00

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

ROOM 2.73 SCIENCE BUILDING SEMINAR: What is Public Relations?

Rifqah Abrahams

ELEVATOR PITCH ASSIGNMENT: Who am I RESEARCH: The importance of research in the academic space

Dr Blessing Makwambeni

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

11h00 – 12h00

TIME MANAGEMENT & UNIVERSITY LIFE: Meet Student Mentor

Rifqah Abrahams

12h00

BREAK

12h30

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Ian Cridland

14h00

CAMPUS WALK

Department Staff

Some useful videos to watch at your leisure TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

15 FEBRUARY 2024

ROOM 2.73 SCIENCE BUILDING 09h00 – 09h30

INDUSTRY: The Public Relations Industry

Cherne Lutta Positive Dialogue

09h30 – 10h00

INTERN: A student life as an Intern

Tasneem du Toit Intern

10h00 – 11h00

CPUT ALUMNI: From Student to Professional (Life Experiences)

Shaquilah Nolan The Garden Venue Khanyi Mjodo City of Cape Town Babalo Kholi King James Group

11h00 – 12h00

LIFE: Managing multiple life activities

Ndyebo Mapekula Eclipse PR

12h00 – 13h00

STUDENT: Life as a Student

Kauthar Sallie Ammara Jacobs Labeeqa Gallie Students

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

16 FEBRUARY 2024

ROOM 2.73 SCIENCE BUILDING 09h00 – 09h30

INFORMATION LITERACY: Session

Cavall Barends

09h30 – 10h00

IT SUPPORT: Understanding the IT structure at CPUT

Chad Marthinussen

10h00 – 12h45

SUBJECT INTRODUCTION: Media Studies 1 Course Discussion

Dr Adelina Mbinjama

SUBJECT INTRODUCTION: Literacy Studies 1 & Social Studies 1

Thabisa Nondzube

SUBJECT INTRODUCTION: Public Relations 1 & Public Relations Practice 1 Course discussion

Deidre Porthen

SUBJECT INTRODUCTION: Public Relations 1 & Public Relations Practice 1 Course discussion

Deidre Porthen

SUBJECT INTRODUCTION: Communication Science 1 Course Discussion

Ms Donna Liedemann

12h45

BREAK

13h00 – 13h30

CLASS ADMIN: • • • • • •

Rifqah Abrahams

Class Representatives Selections Nominations Nominees’ short introduction Class reps and secondi for 2024 Assignment Timetable

TEST: Protocol document test on BlackBoard

IMPORTANT CONTACT DETAILS: Head Of Department: Prof Nirvana Bechan (Bechann@cput.ac.za) Public Relations HOP: Ms Deidre Porthen (Porthend@cput.ac.za Department Administrators: Kaylynn Daniels (DanielsK@cput.ac.za)

Ian Cridland

Lecturer: Dr Adelina Mbinjama (mbinjamaa@cput.ac.za) Lecturer: Rifqah Abrahams (abrahamsri@cput.ac.za) Lecturer: Thabisa Nondzube (nondzubet@cput.ac.za) Lecturer: Ian Cridland (cridlandI@cput.ac.za)

Faculty Administrator: Anita America (Americaa@cput.ac.za)

Lecturer: Donna Liedemann (liedemannd@cput.ac.za)

IT, Wi-Fi, BlackBoard & Connectivity Issues: Chad Marthinussen (MarthinussenC@cput.ac.za)

Lecturer: Mavundura Dube (Dubem@cput.ac.za) Lecturer: Stacey Slinger (Slingers@cput.ac.za

Lecturer: Dr Blessing Makwambeni (Makwambenib@cput.ac.za)

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FIRST YEAR FILM STUDENTS Venue: Old Food Factory Building, District Six Instructions to venue: The entrance is located off Tenant Street. Enter the boom gates past security. Walk all the way up to the Science Building entrance.

MAP

FILM STUDIO

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: •

12 FEBRUARY 2024

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

OLD FOOD FACTORY BUILDING 09h00

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION TO THE UNIVERSITY: On their first day, all first years will assemble as a class and get an overview of the lecturing and support staff, as well as venues and other key buildings. This will give students a sense of the physical layout of the campus and where to go for various resources.

Film Production Lecturers

PLEASE NOTE: A staff member will wait for Film Students at the Tennent Road campus boom entrance from 8h50. From there, students will be guided to the venue. © 2024 Cape Peninsula University of Technology | Faculty of Informatics and Design

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN ACADEMIC BRIEFING: During the introduction session, you will meet with lecturing staff. During this session students can ask specific questions about courses, assignments and planning their academic journey. We’ll also answer any questions regarding the university’s policies and procedures.

13 FEBRUARY 2024 DISTRICT SIX CAMPUS PIAZZA 10:00 The Vice Chancellor greets and welcomes all first-year students at the Piazza ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUE

PRESENTER

OLD FOOD FACTORY BUILDING 09h00

During the week, first year students will be guided to the venues that will be used during the year for lectures, seminars, workshops and postproduction practices. Students will also be guided to the equipment storeroom where Mr Ricardo Koopman will explain equipment bookings practices. Our lecturers will provide specific orientation to their courses during the week. The schedule for these specific orientation presentations will be provided on Monday during our welcome session.

Film Production Lecturers

The schedule is also available on BlackBoard. VENUES: Production studio, lecture room 1, edit lab, equipment storerooms.

ONLINE ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES ONLINE ACADEMIC BASICS: PLAGARISM & REFERENCING 101

STUDENT ONBOARDING

14-16 FEBRUARY 2024

TIME

During the student onboarding process, students will do a short course in the library dedicated to academic basics such as plagiarism and referencing. The course will cover how to use the library as resource and understand citations and referencing. LEARNING STUDENT PORTALS: BLACKBOARD 101 During the student onboarding process, it is important to introduce students to the BlackBoard portal and provide them with the knowledge and skills they need to effectively use it throughout their academic journey. BlackBoard and Telegram are an important resource for staying up to date on coursework and communicating with instructors, therefore our first-year students will do an introductory course on how to use BlackBoard, and how to use the library as resource. This will be done during term 1 at the campus library. NOTE: All registered first year students have been added to the BlackBoard and TELEGRAM groups. © 2024 Cape Peninsula University of Technology | Faculty of Informatics and Design

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN ORIENTATION PACKET: All first-year students will receive an orientation packet during their orientation, which will include important videos about the university, courses and its policies and procedures. NOTE: This is accessible on BlackBoard under the Directing and Producing course folder. VIDEO DEPOSITORY:

ONLINE RESOURCES

These videos are designed to provide students with an introduction to the university and its resources, and to help them feel prepared and confident as they begin their academic journey. Some of the types of videos that will be included in the video depository during orientation week include: WELCOME VIDEO: These videos are intended to welcome students to the university and provide them with an overview of what to expect during their first year. CAMPUS TOURS: Campus tour videos are a great way for students to get a feel for the university and its facilities before they arrive. ACADEMIC OVERVIEW VIDEOS: These videos are designed to provide students with an overview of the academic programs and resources available at the university. SAFETY AND WELLNESS VIDEOS: Videos about safety and wellness are an important part of any orientation program. They may cover topics such as campus safety, health services, and mental health resources. STUDENT SERVICES VIDEOS: Videos about student services can help students get a better understanding of the resources and support systems available to them. These may include information about financial aid, career services, and academic advising. https://vimeo.com/showcase/10184373 UNIVERSITY WEBSITE: CPUT’s website is a comprehensive resource for students and is updated regularly with important information and announcements. https://www.cput.ac.za/students/about/orientation

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FIRST YEAR JOURNALISM STUDENTS Venue: District Six Campus, Science Building Instructions to venue: The entrance is located off Tenant Street. Enter the boom gates past security. Walk all the way up to the Science Building entrance. For more information: Charles King KingC@cput.ac.za

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: • •

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES

PRESENTER

12 FEBRUARY 2024

SCIENCE BUILDING 08h30

MEET: Students are to meet at the District Six Campus Tennant Street Parking security boom gate (close to where Tennant and Constitution Streets intersect).

Mentors to Collect Students

09h30

WALKABOUT: Media Department/Journalism School facilities

Mentors

10h30

INTRODUCTION: Journalism Department Members – Dr Hermon Ogbamichael, Dr Brian Pindayi, Ms Rifqah Abrahams, Chad Marthinussen, Ricardo Koopman, Ms Kaylyn Arendse, Charles King

Journalism Lecturers and Staff

11h30 – 11h45

BREAK

11h45

COPING MECHANISMS: How to cope with university life, academic assignments and time management

Ms Rifqah Abrahams

12h30 – 13h15

CPUT SUPPORT SYSTEMS: Student counselling, Fundani & class representative selection

Dr Hermon Ogbamichael

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES

PRESENTER

13 FEBRUARY 2024

SCIENCE BUILDING 08h30 – 10h00

TOUR: Students to be given a tour of the District Six Campus (canteens, ATMs, Library, Campus Security, Sports Hall etc.).

10h00 – 14h00

FIRST-YEAR WELCOMING EVENT AND CAMPUS STALLS

Mentors

DISTRICT SIX CAMPUS PIAZZA VC’s welcome address (Piazza)

Vice Chancellor

The Division of Student Affairs and Services (DSA) will welcome all new first-year students and parents on campus after the Vice-Chancellor's address. All Student Affairs departments, various student structures, sports and arts groups, and exhibitors will have stalls and exhibits on campus between 10h00 and 14h00. The new student cohort and share a fun-filled informal day with them as they get to know their campus, and student life opportunities and support services. You are encouraged to engage with and participate in these activities and visit the various exhibits.

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES

PRESENTER

14 FEBRUARY 2024

SCIENCE BUILDING 09h00 – 09h45

TALK: Learning to be a journalist & what I wish I knew while studying journalism based on contemporary media realities

Dr Brian Pindayi and Mr Philani Nombembe

10h00 – 12h00

LIBRARY: Information Literacy Session 1

Cavall Barends

The following will be covered: • • •

12h15 – 13h15

Search Strategy: understanding your topic. Information Sources Information Tools and Evaluation

INTRODUCTION: BlackBoard • • • • • • • •

Thabisa Nondzube

Logging on to BlackBoard Mobile BlackBoard application Purpose of BlackBoard as a Learner Management System BlackBoard interface The menu Uploading content Accessing recordings of BlackBoard Collaboration Ultra Student questions

15 FEBRUARY 2024

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES

PRESENTER

SCIENCE BUILDING 09h00 – 09h45

IT SUPPORT: Understanding the IT structure at CPUT.

Mr Chad Marthinussen

09h45 – 10h00

GUIDE: media equipment store rules & good practice

Mr Ricardo Koopman

10h00 – 12h00

LIBRARY: Information Literacy Session 2

Cavall Barends

The above module is continued from the previous session ASSESSMENT BRIEF: This assessment is to be completed over the weekend. It is compulsory and marks will be allocated to count towards the students’ year mark.

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

FIRST YEAR URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING STUDENTS Venue: District Six Campus, Room 5.12 Engineering Building. Instructions to venue: The entrance is located off Tenant Street. Enter the boom gates past security. Walk all the way up to the Engineering Building entrance. For more information: Mzingisi Muluse <MULUSEM@cput.ac.za>

NOTE THE FOLLOWING: • •

13 FEBRUARY 2024 DISTRICT SIX CAMPUS PIAZZA 10:00 The Vice Chancellor greets and welcomes all first-year students at the Piazza

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES

PRESENTER

14 FEBRUARY 2024

ROOM 5.12 FIRST-YEAR STUDIO ENGINEERING BUILDING 09h00 – 09h30

WELCOME: Head of Department

09h30 – 12h00

SPACE: Place and Environment District Six Campus Tour

Mr Muluse

12h00 – 13h00

ACADEMIC LITERACY: Planning and Society, and Planning Research

Ms Letsoalo

13h00 – 1h45

BREAK

14h00 – 14h30

IT: Network Access and Wi-Fi

Mr. Muluse

14h30 – 15h00

Faculty Of Informatics and Design

Mr. Pinfold

Prof. Mokhele Mr Pinfold

Mr. Muluse

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN

TIME

ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES & VENUES

PRESENTER

15 FEBRUARY 2024

ROOM 5.12 FIRST-YEAR STUDIO ENGINEERING BUILDING 08h45 – 09h00

INTRODUCTION: Roll Call

09h00 – 10h00

LIFE COACHING: Learning Preparedness

Mrs. Shortles

10h00 – 10h30

INFO: Information Systems

Mr. Pinfold

10h30 – 11h30

STUDIO: Planning Design Studio

Mr. Fisher-Holloway

11h30 – 12h00

ACADEMIC: Promotion and Exclusion Rules

Mr. Muluse

13h00

BREAK

14h00 – 15h00

STUDENT LIFE: Peer Learning Session with Senior Students (Room 5.12, First-year Studio, Building)

Mr. Pinfold Mr. Muluse

Mr. Muluse