Trades Specific Assessment and Evaluation (TRAI 3003)

The Trades Specific Assessment and Evaluation course examines the practices that support the assessment and evaluation strategies used in vocational training settings and organizations. The course enables the participants to plan, construct and use valid and reliable assessment instruments that are appropriate to a vocational training context. The course provides the knowledge and skills to design and implement a comprehensive strategy for obtaining information that is used to inform learners of their progress both formally and informally and guide them to successful completion.
Course code: TRAI 3003
Credits: 2.0
Length: 30.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=TRAI&number=3003

Schedule

TRAI 3003 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
43194February 24, 2025
to April 17, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
Mauger, Douglas
60975July 14, 2025
to July 18, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A
Mauger, Douglas
71204October 6, 2025
to November 28, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online
Mauger, Douglas

Additional Information

  • Assessment and evaluation terminology and concepts
    Theories and approaches to evaluation and assessment
    Ethical issues in assessment and evaluation
    Knowledge assessment instruments
    Performance assessment instruments (rubrics, rating guides and checklists)
    Informal assessment strategies
    Curriculum Alignment
    Evaluation strategies

1. Actual curriculum products / portfolio created and used by the applicant in their workplace which are judged equivalent to course assignments.
2. A successful interview with the SIE Department Leader or delegate.
3. An essay that describes the development of their thinking on the themes, issues, and concepts in the course.

Please contact the School of Instructor Education at 604.871.7488 or 604.871.7499 or by email at sie@vcc.ca to apply. 

For more information, please see the PIDP Program Content Guide

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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