{"id":25811,"date":"2021-10-28T13:35:19","date_gmt":"2021-10-28T17:35:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/its-cuthemedev1.carleton.ca\/engineering-design\/?page_id=25811"},"modified":"2026-07-28T17:26:49","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T21:26:49","slug":"fed-academic-integrity","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/engineering-design\/current-students\/fed-academic-integrity\/","title":{"rendered":"Academic Integrity"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\n Academic Integrity\n <\/h1>\n \n \n <\/header>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

All students must follow the Academic Integrity Policy<\/a> when completing course requirements and when interacting with the University. This policy reflects the high academic standards that form the basis for all credentials awarded by the University. When a student is suspected of violating the Policy, most commonly based on work submitted by the student, an administrative investigation is initiated by the Faculty, with evidence supplied by the faculty member reporting the suspected violation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Information for Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This page contains information for student regarding Academic Integrity matters within the undergraduate and graduate courses within the Faculty of Engineering and Design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have a question? An answer may already be available in the FAQ maintained by Ombuds Services. <\/a>See also Additional Resources<\/strong> at the bottom of this page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Academic Integrity Investigation Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Faculty of Engineering and Design academic integrity investigations follow this workflow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. When an instructor believes misconduct has occurred they submit a report to the FED Associate Dean\u2019s Office.
\n2. The Dean or designate reviews the evidence submitted by the instructor to determine if a full investigation is warranted. When a full investigation begins, an email notifying the student is sent giving a brief indication of the issue(s) of concern. When it is felt that the evidence is clear and substantial, this letter will include an option for the student to accept responsibility and the associated penalty. When a full investigation is not undertaken, the instructor is notified to proceed with grading the course based on the submitted work without penalty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Current Processing Timelines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a result of a high volume of reports, processing times for academic integrity offences have been lengthened and delays may occur between the time the report is submitted by the instructor and the time the case is assigned to a Dean. If you need to check on the status of your case, please contact FEDAcademicIntegrity@carleton.ca.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to do if Accused<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have been accused of violating the Academic Integrity Policy, you will receive an allegation letter via email from FEDAcademicIntegrity@carleton.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The allegation letter will include: the nature of the allegation, a copy of the evidence of the offence, and an invitation to respond via written statement or by scheduling a virtual meeting. The allegation letter will also include a deadline by which you are expected to respond; If you do not respond by the deadline, or if you refuse to attend a requested meeting, the Dean may make a decision based on the available evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Faculty strongly recommends that you review the evidence provided, and promptly contact Ombuds Services<\/a> for advice before responding. Please note: whenever possible, all FED Academic Integrity meetings are attended by a representative from the University Ombuds Office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you have responded to the allegation, the Dean will consider the statements and evidence from both you and your instructor, and may request additional information from either in the process of their investigation. They will then decide based on a thorough assessment of all the evidence, whether or not you have violated the Academic Integrity Policy. The Dean\u2019s decision will be communicated to you in a decision letter, sent via email from FEDAcademicIntegrity@carleton.ca<\/a>. Your instructor will receive a copy of the decision letter and, if applicable, will apply the sanctions specified by the Dean in the calculation of your final grade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Appeal Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You have the right to appeal a sanction imposed pursuant to this policy to the Student Academic Integrity Appeals Committee. Appeals of the Academic Integrity Policy are administered by the Assistant Registrar, Central Academic Records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Filing an Appeal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Appeals shall be made in writing using the online appeal application form<\/a>. The appeal must contain a concise statement that identifies precisely the grounds for the appeal. Valid grounds for appeal are specified in the Academic Integrity Policy. You are advised to consult with Ombuds Services<\/a> or the Assistant Registrar, Central Academic Records<\/a> for assistance in completing your appeal documentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Appeal Decision<\/h3>\n\n\n\n