Question about Coop at UTSC

[bsciit]

The coop course, COPD01H3 Y, is required for coop students and does not give you a credit.

1. Will the mark in this class count towards your GPA, even though you do not receive a credit in the course?
2. Should we treat this course like a proper course? Like study for tests, quizzes, exams (if there are any) and go to class regularly? Of course enough just to pass.

[animestan]

As long as they don't change it this year, this course is just a "PASS/FAIL" course. There is no mark associated with it and thus will not affect your GPA. To qualify for Co-op, you need to pass this course.
You'll be evaluated on resumes, cover letters, a job search assignment (might be a few other things I've missed, but throughout the course, they'll help you develop your resume and essential things that will be marked). You'll also be required to attend a set number of "social" events, networking events and classes.
Perhaps I'll meet you in a class, as a mentor.

[Sammmy]

I'm not too certain about the arts and science version, but the management/bba coop prep course is pretty much what animestan just said.

In addition, we also discussed office dress code, office politics, behaviour ect

[animestan]

Ah yes, thanks for mentioning that. I'm speaking from the management co-op program's POV.
It wouldn't hurt to drop by or call the co-op office as they handle the course for most, if not all co-op programs.

[Sammmy]

Oh and they take attendance. If you miss like two or more classes they will fail you

[bsciit]

Thanks for the replies. I wan't planning on skipping the class. I was thinking if I should take this class seriously because it takes up the
space of two classes so I was wondering whether I should take 12 classes this year (including the 2 coops) so I can get the standard 5 credits/year.