Palomar College Catalog

PALOMAR COLLEGE? Learning for Success

2020-2021 CATALOG

PALOMARPOWERED Possibilities

PALOMAR COLLEGE? Learning for Success

2020 - 2021 CATALOG Vol. LXIX

Palomar Community College District 1140 West Mission Road

San Marcos, California 92069-1487 760-744-1150



Palomar College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, (10 Commercial Boulevard, Suite 204, Novato, CA 94949 (415) 506-0234), an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. Full credit is given by the University of California, the California State Universities, and other major colleges and universities. Academic programs with external accreditation include Dental Assisting, accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association and by the Dental Board of California; Nursing Education, accredited by the Board of Registered Nursing and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing; Paramedic Program, accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for Emergency Medical Services Professionals; and the Basic Police Academy, accredited by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Palomar College holds membership in the Community College League of California (CCLC), the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) and the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU). The College is approved for training of veterans and service members and is authorized under federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students. Accreditation information is available in the office of the Superintendent/ President. Palomar College endeavors to present itself and its programs to the public accurately and fairly. To this end, the College subscribes to a policy of truth in advertising. Those responsible for the preparation of this catalog, the class schedule, and all other announcements for public consumption make every effort to assure that the information presented is correct and up to date. However, the College reserves the right to add, amend, or repeal any rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. The College assumes no responsibility for program changes and/or publication errors beyond its control. Requirements and courses in this catalog are effective with the Fall 2020 semester.

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PALOMAR COLLEGE 2020-2021 Catalog

Welcome to Palomar College!

Your educational success is our top priority! At Palomar, we empower you to achieve your goals by providing the wide variety of degrees, certificates and transfer options and the most valuable career education programs of any higher education institution in our region.

In this catalog you will find programs and courses designed with you in mind, opportunities to expand your horizons, meet the requirements of your chosen field, and prepare you for the demands of the workforce. Whether your goal is earning an associate degree, transferring to a four-year university, being trained for a specific career, or gaining valuable skills to elevate your position in the job market, Palomar makes it possible!

Besides the tens of thousands of students we are proud to serve, Palomar is home to an exceptional team of faculty, staff and administrators who are dedicated to your success. Many of our student clubs and organizations are among the finest of any community college and will continue to meet remotely to offer you a great opportunity to engage with your peers. While you are here, you will be able to take advantage of the many valuable online student support services and programs, including counseling, health, financial aid, veteran services, tutoring and career guidance.

The information in this catalog will help you achieve your educational goals by explaining our academic policies, course offerings and support services. You will also learn what is expected of you as a Palomar student. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with this publication and reference it during the year.

At Palomar College, we care about your goal, get you there within your budget, and on your schedule!

?Bienvenido a Palomar College!

?Tu ?xito acad?mico es nuestra primera prioridad! En Palomar, te damos las herramientas para que logres tus objetivos, poniendo a tu disposici?n la oferta m?s amplia de t?tulos, certificados y opciones de transferencia acad?mica, as? como los m?s valiosos programas de educaci?n profesional de cualquier instituci?n de educaci?n superior de la regi?n.

En el cat?logo encontrar?s clases dise?adas para ti, clases que ampl?an tus horizontes, que cumplen con los requisitos del campo de estudios de tu elecci?n y que te preparan para las exigencias profesionales. Independientemente de si tu objetivo es obtener un diploma de carrera corta, prepararte para una carrera espec?fica, transferirte a un programa de licenciatura o adquirir aptitudes valiosas para mejorar tus oportunidades profesionales, ?Palomar lo hace posible!

En Palomar, nos enorgullecemos de servir a decenas de miles de estudiantes, as? como de contar con un equipo excepcional de profesores, personal y administradores, dedicados a ayudarte a alcanzar el ?xito. Muchos de nuestros clubes y organizaciones estudiantiles se hallan entre los mejores de cualquier colegio comunitario y continuar?n reuni?ndose a distancia para ofrecerte una gran oportunidad de interactuar con tus compa?eros. Como estudiante de Palomar, podr?s aprovechar los valiosos servicios y programas de apoyo en l?nea, incluyendo asesor?a, atenci?n m?dica, ayuda financiera, servicios para veteranos, tutor?a acad?mica y orientaci?n profesional.

La informaci?n en este cat?logo te ayudar? a alcanzar tus metas acad?micas. En el encontrar?s nuestras pol?ticas acad?micas, los cursos que se ofrecen y los servicios de apoyo disponibles. Tambi?n aprender?s sobre lo que se espera de un estudiante Palomar. Te invitamos a familiarizarte con esta publicaci?n y continuar consult?ndola a lo largo del a?o.

En Palomar College, nos importa tu objetivo, as? como ayudarte a alcanzarlo a tu ritmo y dentro de tu presupuesto.

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PALOMAR COLLEGE 2020-2021 Catalog

Table of Contents

2020 - 2021 CATALOG............................................................................ 1 Vol. LXIX...................................................................................................... 1 Welcome to Palomar College!................................................................. 2 ?Bienvenido a Palomar College!............................................................... 2

Section 1 General Information

Palomar College ........................................................................................ 6 Education Center Locations..................................................................... 6 Escondido Education Center.................................................................... 6 Fallbrook Education Center..................................................................... 6 Rancho Bernardo Education Center....................................................... 6 Palomar College Site Locations............................................................... 6 Camp Pendleton ........................................................................................ 6 Pauma............................................................................................................ 7 Palomar College at Ramona..................................................................... 7 Palomar College Locations and District Map ...................................... 8

College Calendar 2020-2021

Summer Session 2020................................................................................ 9 Fall Semester 2020..................................................................................... 9 Winter Intersession 2021......................................................................... 9 Spring Semester 2021................................................................................ 9

College Organization

District Governing Board........................................................................ 10 Superintendent/President........................................................................ 10 Instructional Services............................................................................... 10 Division of Arts, Media, and Business Administration........................ 10 Division of Career,Technical, and Extended Education..................... 10 Division of Languages and Literature.................................................... 10 Division of Mathematics, Sciences, and Engineering........................... 10 Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences ......................................... 10 Palomar College Locations..................................................................... 10 Student Services....................................................................................... 11 Athletics...................................................................................................... 11 Campus Police........................................................................................... 11 Counseling Services................................................................................. 11 Enrollment Services.................................................................................. 11 Health Services......................................................................................... 11 Student Life & Leadership....................................................................... 11 Finance and Administrative Services .................................................... 11 Human Resource Services...................................................................... 11 History of the College ........................................................................... 12 Vision.......................................................................................................... 12 Mission........................................................................................................ 12 Values.......................................................................................................... 12 Educational Philosophy............................................................................ 13 Academic Freedom.................................................................................. 13 Governing Board and District Policy.................................................... 13 Palomar College Foundation.................................................................. 14 Commitment to Diversity....................................................................... 14 Designation of Responsible Employee as Title IX Coordinator...... 14

Section 2 Admission and Registration

Admissions Policy..................................................................................... 16 Nondiscrimination Policy........................................................................ 16 Application for Admission....................................................................... 16 Admission to Special Programs.............................................................. 16

Special Admission for Accelerated Students........................................ 16 Residency................................................................................................... 16 Residency Status....................................................................................... 16 International Students (F-1 and M-1 Visas).......................................... 17 Student Success and Support Program................................................ 18 Placement, Orientation and Educational Planning ............................ 18 Transcripts/Advanced Standing.............................................................. 19 Student Classification............................................................................... 20 Financial Aid Applications and Enrollment Fees.................................. 20 Enrollment Options.................................................................................. 20 Enrollment Procedures............................................................................ 21 Enrollment Appointments (Priority Registration).............................. 21 Procedure for Adding and Dropping Classes...................................... 22 Class Cancellations/Changes.................................................................. 22 Fees and Expenses.................................................................................... 22 Refunds....................................................................................................... 23

Section 3 Student Services

Admissions and Records......................................................................... 26 Articulation Services................................................................................ 26 Athletics...................................................................................................... 26 Bookstore Services.................................................................................. 26 Campus Tours............................................................................................ 26 Career Center........................................................................................... 26 Cashier Services....................................................................................... 26 Counseling Services................................................................................. 27 Disability Resource Center (DRC)....................................................... 27 Early Childhood Education Lab School ............................................... 27 Extended Opportunity Programs and Services EOPS/CARE ......... 27 Financial Aid & Scholarship Services (FAVSS)...................................... 28 Food Services............................................................................................ 29 GEAR UP.................................................................................................... 30 International Education........................................................................... 30 Library Services........................................................................................ 30 Puente......................................................................................................... 30 Student Life & Leadership....................................................................... 30 Student Health Centers.......................................................................... 31 Student Equity & Achievement............................................................... 32 Teaching & Learning Center Escondido............................................... 32 Teaching and Learning Center San Marcos ......................................... 32 Transfer Center......................................................................................... 32 TRIO Programs......................................................................................... 33 Tutoring Resources.................................................................................. 33 Veterans' Services..................................................................................... 34

Section 4 Student Rights and Responsibilities

Academic Accommodations for Students with Disabilities.............. 38 Academic Integrity.................................................................................... 38 Debts Owed to the College................................................................... 38 Drugs and Alcohol Policy........................................................................ 38 FERPA and Privacy Rights of Students.................................................. 39 Parking and Traffic Regulations............................................................... 40 Police Department................................................................................... 41 Sexual Harassment Policy....................................................................... 42 Smoking Policy........................................................................................... 42 Student Behavior Rules and Regulations.............................................. 43 Student Code of Conduct...................................................................... 43 Standards of Student Conduct (BP 5500)............................................ 43 Discipline.................................................................................................... 44

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