About Program Advisory Committees (PACs)
List of PACs at Cambrian College
PAC Minutes (on myCambrian) - Updated by Office of VPA as received by programs
- Program Advisory Committees (PACs) provide essential industry-related feedback that informs decision-making and actions taken by the College as they relate to its academic programs.
- They play a critical role in evaluating program effectiveness and ensure that our programs remain relevant and serve the needs of our communities, near and far.
- They also serve as a vital, ongoing link with the community and industry.
- The community and industry leaders who are part of our PACs provide important expertise and insight into the current needs and future trends for which our graduates must be prepared.
- They ensure our students graduate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in both their personal and professional lives.
Who are Cambrian PAC members?
- PAC members are employers, business and industry leaders, practitioners, and labour representatives.
- They are as diverse as our programs and student body and represent large and small organizations, public and private sector groups, and local and international trends.
- While not members of a PAC, program faculty, staff, and student representatives also participate during PAC meetings by sharing relevant updates and feedback.
- The appointment is for three academic years.
- Committees meet at least twice yearly. Committees, or representatives from committees, may meet more frequently for special projects.
How do PACs make a difference?
- The primary function of PACs is to provide advice that can better inform the overall teaching and learning experience at Cambrian College, shaping the programs and courses offered by the college to ensure they are current, relevant, competitive, and forward-looking. They do this in a variety of ways:
- Assist in the assessment of Cambrian’s academic programs in relation to community, provincial, and national needs as well as labour market trends
- Advise on placements, internships, and mentoring partnerships
- Share information on evolving industry trends and the acquisition of new specialized equipment
- Support practical, real-world, and hands-on learning opportunities including applied research opportunities
- Support student awards and scholarships
PACs and Quality Assurance at Cambrian
- When submitting new programs or program modifications to the Credential Validation Service (CVS), we are required to provide information about PACs, date of the last PAC meeting, and evidence of PAC support for program modifications (ex: title change, VLO updates, etc.). Typically this evidence for support is recorded through PAC minutes.