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This document is the Provisional Harmattan 2025/2026 Examination Timetable specifically designed for General 200LVL students at Xirius. It serves as an official schedule outlining the dates, times, courses, course codes, venues, and invigilators for the upcoming Harmattan semester examinations. The timetable spans five consecutive days, from Monday, February 10th, 2025, to Friday, February 14th, 2025, with two examination sessions scheduled per day.

The primary purpose of this document is to inform students and staff about the examination schedule, enabling students to prepare adequately and staff to manage the examination process efficiently. It lists a total of ten General Studies (GST) courses, all of which are scheduled to be held at the CBT Centre, indicating a computer-based testing format for these examinations. Crucially, the document emphasizes its provisional nature, advising students to report any clashes to the Examination and Timetable Committee and providing a set of important rules and regulations that students must adhere to before, during, and after the examinations.

Beyond just the schedule, the document includes critical instructions regarding student conduct, required identification, examination clearance, and penalties for malpractice. It highlights the importance of checking attendance lists, bringing valid ID cards and clearance, and adhering to strict entry and exit times for the examination hall. The timetable is signed by the Examination and Timetable Committee, underscoring its official, albeit provisional, status.

This section details the specific academic period and student level for which the timetable is applicable.

* Harmattan 2025/2026 Semester: The examinations are scheduled for the Harmattan semester of the 2025/2026 academic session. This specifies the academic context for the examinations.

* General 200LVL Students: The timetable is exclusively for students in the General 200 Level. This indicates that the courses listed are general studies courses typically taken by students across various departments at this academic level.

The core of the document is a tabular timetable, organized into specific columns to provide comprehensive information for each examination.

* S/N (Serial Number): A sequential numbering of the examination entries, from 1 to 10, for easy reference.

* DAY: Specifies the day of the week the examination is scheduled (e.g., Monday, Tuesday).

* DATE: Provides the exact calendar date for the examination (e.g., 10th February 2025).

* TIME: Indicates the start and end times for each examination session. There are two sessions daily: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM.

* COURSE: The full title of the course being examined (e.g., Use of Library, Study Skills & ICT).

* COURSE CODE: The alphanumeric identifier for the course (e.g., GST 201). All courses listed are General Studies (GST) courses.

* VENUE: The location where the examination will take place. For all listed courses, the venue is the "CBT Centre," implying a Computer-Based Test format.

* INVIGILATOR: The individual or group responsible for overseeing the examination. For all listed courses, the invigilator is "CBT Staff," consistent with the CBT Centre venue.

A crucial section at the bottom of the timetable provides essential guidelines and warnings for students.

* Provisional Nature: The timetable is explicitly stated as "Provisional." This means it is subject to change, and students are advised to report any identified clashes to the Examination and Timetable Committee through their Departmental Examination Officer.

* Attendance List: Students are required to check their names on the examination attendance list before the examination commences. This is vital for verification and record-keeping.

* Required Identification: Students must come with their valid school ID card and examination clearance. These documents are mandatory for entry into the examination hall.

* Entry Restrictions: No student will be allowed into the examination hall 30 minutes after the commencement of the examination. This rule enforces punctuality.

* Exit Restrictions: No student will be allowed to leave the examination hall 30 minutes before the end of the examination. This rule aims to prevent disruption and potential malpractice.

* Examination Malpractice: A stern warning is issued against examination malpractice, stating that any student caught will be severely dealt with according to the University's rules and regulations.

* Adherence to Rules: All students are instructed to adhere strictly to the examination rules and regulations.

* Authority: The notes are signed by the "Examination and Timetable Committee," indicating the official body responsible for the timetable and its regulations.

* Provisional Timetable: A preliminary or temporary schedule that is subject to change. It is issued to give advance notice but may be modified based on unforeseen circumstances or identified conflicts. Students are typically advised to confirm the final version closer to the examination date.

* Harmattan Semester: Refers to one of the academic semesters in a university calendar, often the first semester of the academic year, typically running from late September/October to February/March.

* General 200LVL: Denotes students in their second year of study who are taking general courses, often referred to as General Studies (GST) courses, which are compulsory for all students regardless of their specific discipline.

* Course Code: A unique alphanumeric identifier assigned to a specific academic course (e.g., GST 201). It helps in precise identification and registration.

* CBT Centre: Stands for Computer-Based Test Centre. This is a dedicated facility equipped with computers where examinations are conducted electronically, requiring students to answer questions on a computer rather than on paper.

* Invigilator: An individual appointed to supervise students during an examination to ensure fairness, prevent cheating, and maintain order. In this context, "CBT Staff" implies personnel specifically trained to manage computer-based examinations.

* Examination Clearance: An official document or process confirming that a student has fulfilled all administrative and financial obligations (e.g., tuition fees, course registration) required to be eligible to sit for examinations.

* Examination Malpractice: Any dishonest or fraudulent act committed by a student before, during, or after an examination with the intention of gaining an unfair advantage. This includes cheating, impersonation, bringing unauthorized materials, etc.

The document itself is an application of a timetable. Here are examples of how to interpret specific entries and apply the general rules:

* Example 1: Interpreting a specific examination entry

* Entry: S/N 1, DAY: Monday, DATE: 10th February 2025, TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, COURSE: Use of Library, Study Skills & ICT, COURSE CODE: GST 201, VENUE: CBT Centre, INVIGILATOR: CBT Staff.

* Application: A General 200LVL student registered for GST 201 (Use of Library, Study Skills & ICT) must report to the CBT Centre on Monday, February 10th, 2025, to begin their examination at 9:00 AM. They should plan to arrive well before 8:30 AM to check their name on the attendance list and ensure they have their valid ID and examination clearance. The examination will conclude at 12:00 PM.

* Example 2: Adhering to entry/exit restrictions

* Rule: "No student will be allowed into the examination hall 30 minutes after the commencement of the examination."

* Application: For the GST 201 exam starting at 9:00 AM, a student arriving at 9:31 AM or later will be denied entry, regardless of their reasons for lateness. Similarly, for the GST 202 exam starting at 1:00 PM, a student arriving at 1:31 PM or later will not be permitted to enter. This emphasizes the importance of punctuality.

* Example 3: Reporting a timetable clash

* Rule: "This is a Provisional Timetable, any clash should be reported to the Examination and Timetable Committee through the Departmental Examination Officer."

* Application: If a General 200LVL student is also taking a departmental course (e.g., from their specific faculty) that happens to be scheduled at the same time as GST 203 (Tuesday, 11th February 2025, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM), they must immediately inform their Departmental Examination Officer. The officer will then relay this information to the Examination and Timetable Committee to seek a resolution, such as rescheduling one of the conflicting examinations. This highlights the provisional nature and the mechanism for feedback.

The provided PDF document is the Provisional Harmattan 2025/2026 Examination Timetable specifically tailored for General 200LVL students at Xirius. It serves as a critical guide for students and faculty, outlining the schedule for ten compulsory General Studies (GST) courses over a five-day period, from Monday, February 10th, 2025, to Friday, February 14th, 2025.

The timetable is structured in a clear, tabular format, providing comprehensive details for each examination. Key information for each entry includes a serial number, the day of the week, the exact calendar date, the specific time slot (either 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM or 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM), the full course title, its corresponding course code (all being GST courses from GST 201 to GST 210), the examination venue, and the designated invigilator. Notably, all ten examinations are scheduled to take place at the CBT Centre, indicating a computer-based testing format, and will be invigilated by CBT Staff. This consistency in venue and invigilator suggests a standardized approach to these general examinations.

The courses covered are fundamental General Studies topics, including:

* GST 201: Use of Library, Study Skills & ICT

* GST 202: Philosophy, Logic & Human Existence

* GST 203: Introduction to Entrepreneurship Studies

* GST 204: Nigerian Peoples & Culture

* GST 205: Introduction to Peace & Conflict Studies

* GST 206: Introduction to African Culture & Civilization

* GST 207: Introduction to Environmental Studies

* GST 208: Introduction to Global Studies

* GST 209: Introduction to Gender Studies

* GST 210: Introduction to Research Methodology

Beyond the schedule itself, the document includes a vital section of "NOTE"s that convey crucial instructions and regulations. It explicitly states that the timetable is provisional, urging students to report any potential examination clashes to the Examination and Timetable Committee via their Departmental Examination Officer. Students are mandated to check their names on the attendance list prior to the examination and must present a valid school ID card and examination clearance for entry into the hall. Strict time-based rules are enforced: no student will be permitted entry 30 minutes after the examination has commenced, and no student will be allowed to leave the hall 30 minutes before the examination concludes. A severe warning is issued against examination malpractice, emphasizing that offenders will face strict penalties according to university regulations. All students are expected to adhere strictly to these rules. The document is officially signed by the Examination and Timetable Committee, lending authority to its contents.

In essence, this document is not merely a schedule but a comprehensive guide for General 200LVL students preparing for their Harmattan 2025/2026 examinations, detailing not only when and where their exams will be held but also the critical administrative and conduct requirements they must fulfill to participate successfully and ethically.