FAQ

What is an online course?
An online course is completed via the internet. At NVIT we offer courses that are entirely online, and partially online. Our courses are semester-based, and generally* follow the same semester schedule as our campus-based courses.

* courses that start and end outside of usual semester dates will be noted as such on schedules.

Entirely Online
You can complete the course from any location. You are not required to come to the NVIT campus or other locations to complete the course requirements. Course materials are available online, and you communicate with your instructor and classmates through discussion forums and email. You are required to login to the course frequently and actively participate in course activities and discussions.

Partially Online
Some of the course activities and resources are available online. This is combined with face-to-face meetings on campus or other locations.

How do I find out which courses are available online?
Visit the NVIT website at www.nvit.ca and select NVITConnect, then select Student Menu, then select Search for Classes. Enter the term and then under location, choose Online Courses. All online courses for that term will display. You can use the 'guest' access to view upcoming courses.

Search BCcampus programs and course for province-wide online course information via the BCcampus website at www.bccampus.ca. Select the Student Menu and then Choose Programs and Courses and then Available Online Courses.

Can I complete a course sooner if it is online?
Online courses generally have scheduled start and end dates meaning you must complete them according to a specific schedule. Note that self-paced courses may be implemented in the future.

How do I access my courses?

Online Learning @ NVIT STEPS - moodle.nvit.ca 

As a registered student at NVIT you will be given a username and password to access NVIT Moodle.
All student accounts will use the same username and password format.

username: n + 7 digit student number
password: birthdate in this format: year/month/date

Example:
username: n0000312
password: 690629

Log in to the site with your username and password and navigate to your course. You may be asked for an enrolment key. The enrolment key is available through your instructor or you can send a request to the Help Desk

(HYPERLINK "mailto:moodle@nvit.bc.ca"moodle@nvit.bc.ca.)"

What is BCcampus?
BCcampus is an educational service that connects students through a single access point to the wide variety of online learning resources available throughout British Columbia's colleges and universities.  NVIT is a participating BCcampus institution. This means that our online services are available to our students through the BCcampus portal at www.bccampus.ca . 

What equipment do I need to take an online course?
You will need frequent and reliable access to the Internet. High speed access is recommended. However, 56kps dial-up will be suitable for many courses.  You will also need access to a computer with the following minimum requirements:

  • Operating System: Windows 95 or Macintosh 9.1, or Linux 
  • CPU: Pentium or PowerPC (G3 300 MHz recommended) with 64 MB of RAM

Some courses may have special software requirements which will be stated in the course descriptions. 

How do I get my Books?
Contact the bookstore 250-378-3301 or call our Toll Free number  1-877-682-3300

Is there anything I need to know before taking an online course?
There are technical and communication skills that you will need to be successful in your online courses. You may access the "Introduction to Moodle" course anytime at moodle.nvit.ca . You will also find useful resources at the NVIT Helpdesk. Also, take some time to explore the resources and services offered through the BCcampus website at http://bccampus.ca . 

How do I access Library Services
To access BC college and university library services you will need a library card from a BC post secondary institution. Contact the NVIT library if you need a library card at (250) 378-3302 or 1-877-682-3300 toll free or on the web at http://nvit.ca/library/ . Online library resources are also available through the BCcampus portal. Click on the "Library" tab when you log in to the portal. 

How do I get help?

For help with Moodle:

Who do I call for general questions about NVIT's Online programs and courses?
For all online programs and courses you will need to apply to become an NVIT student and register through NVIT.  Advisors are available to help you. 

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