Performance Evaluation - B. S. Nautical Technology

At TMI the academic year is divided into two 23 week semesters. During each semester students are required to complete a prescribed set of courses. Each course is assigned a number of credits depending on the level of effort required.

Students are continuously evaluated in each course based on class participation and performance on assignments and tests. At the beginning of each course students are advised of the scope of the course and the specifics of its evaluation scheme.

On completion of each course a student is awarded a grade (A to E) which translates into grade points. An E grade is a failing grade and requires that the course including all tests and assignments be repeated. For each semester a students overall performance is described by a Grade Point Average and a Cumulative Grade Point Average is computed on the basis of all courses completed to date to represent the student's overall performance. More information can be found by clicking here.

1 Continuous evaluation

The effort and progress of the students in each subject is continuously assessed throughout the semester by grading performances in assignments, class discussions / presentations, tests and laboratory / workshop work. A special emphasis is placed on report writing.

2 Examinations

Written, oral and/or practical examinations are conducted in each subject, at the middle and end of each semester. The written tests are either "open book" or "closed book". As per ISO 9001:2000 norms, the answer books, after evaluation, are distributed back to students so that they can review their results and work on areas of improvement.

For every subject, each evaluation component is assigned a weightage for incorporation into the cumulative marks scored for the semester. Using this method, each student receives an overall percentage scored in each subject during each semester.

3 Extracurricular activities

Physical fitness is critical to a successful career in the merchant navy. Participation in sports and the disciplinary regimen of marching and physical education also earn a student credit marks.