Catalog and Student Handbook 2015-2016

Catalog

and

Student Handbook

2015-2016

Published annually by Gadsden State Community College

1001 George Wallace Drive P.O. Box 227

Gadsden, AL 35902-0227 Gadsden, Alabama 35902-0227

256.549.8200

NOTICE

Gadsden State Community College attempts to provide clear and accurate information about its programs and services through various media, especially through this catalog and handbook. Changes, however, inevitably occur after the catalog is printed. Therefore, the statements in this book are not the basis of a contract between the College and the student. Gadsden State Community College will try to do what this catalog/handbook indicates that it will do and will make every effort to make students aware of any changes. However, the College has the right to change any provision appearing in this publication without notifying a student individually. If the College decides that it must abolish the program in which a student is enrolled, it may substitute a limited number of courses to ensure the student's opportunity for program completion.

Statement of Nondiscrimination It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System and Gadsden State Community College, a postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall be discriminated against on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law.

Gadsden State Community College is an Equal Employment/Equal Education Opportunity Institution. No employee or applicant for employment or promotion, shall be discriminated against on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law.

Inquiries related to this policy may be directed to Michele Bradford, Director of Legal Affairs, Gadsden State Community College, Joe Ford Center, P.O. Box 227, Gadsden, AL 35902-0227; telephone 256.439.6822; fax 256.439.6812; e-mail mbradford@gadsdenstate.edu.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents..........................................................................................................................................................i Alabama Community College System ........................................................................................................................7 Accreditation ................................................................................................................................................................7 College Calendar 2015-2016........................................................................................................................................9 Campus Locations .....................................................................................................................................................10 General Information ...................................................................................................................................................14

History ................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Alabama Community College System Mission Statement ....................................................................................14 Mission Statement ................................................................................................................................................14 Institutional Goals .................................................................................................................................................14 Assurances of Compliance with Federal Laws .......................................................................................................15 Admission Policies and Procedures ........................................................................................................................15 Procedures for Admission ........................................................................................................................................15 First-time Student..................................................................................................................................................15 Returning Student .................................................................................................................................................16 Admission of U.S. Citizens....................................................................................................................................16 Admission Requirements to Non-Degree (Certificate) Courses ............................................................................17 Admission of First-Time College Students ............................................................................................................17 Admission of Non-Native English Speakers..........................................................................................................17 Admission of Transfer Students ............................................................................................................................17 Admission of Transient Students ..........................................................................................................................18 Transfer of Credit ..................................................................................................................................................18 Early Admission for Accelerated High School Students ........................................................................................18 Dual Enrollment for High School Students ............................................................................................................19 Senior Citizens......................................................................................................................................................19 International Students ...........................................................................................................................................19 Registration Procedure .............................................................................................................................................21 Registration for Classes ........................................................................................................................................21 Orientation to College ...........................................................................................................................................21 F.O.C.U.S. ............................................................................................................................................................22 eLearning ..............................................................................................................................................................22 Tuition, Fees and Refunds ........................................................................................................................................22 Tuition and Fees ...................................................................................................................................................22 Refunds................................................................................................................................................................. 26 Financial Assistance..................................................................................................................................................27 Financial Aid .........................................................................................................................................................28 Alabama GI Dependents' Scholarship Program....................................................................................................29 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009..............................................................................................30 Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997..................................................................................................................................30 Scholarships .........................................................................................................................................................30 Student Services ........................................................................................................................................................31 Alabama Articulation Program (STARS) ...............................................................................................................31 Arledge Center for Adult Learners ........................................................................................................................31 Bookstore .............................................................................................................................................................. 31 Cafeteria ...............................................................................................................................................................32 Career Services ....................................................................................................................................................33 Career Transitions Program..................................................................................................................................33 Counseling and Advising Center...........................................................................................................................33 Disability Services.................................................................................................................................................33 Early College Enrollment Program (ECEP)...........................................................................................................34 First Aid.................................................................................................................................................................34 Fowler Residence Hall ..........................................................................................................................................34 GED Testing Center..............................................................................................................................................34 Resource Center...................................................................................................................................................34 Student Support Services Program.......................................................................................................................35 Testing Services ...................................................................................................................................................35 Title III Program ....................................................................................................................................................36 Veterans Affairs ....................................................................................................................................................36 Veterans Upward Bound .......................................................................................................................................36 WSGN ................................................................................................................................................................... 36 Other Student Services .............................................................................................................................................37

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Adult Education Program ......................................................................................................................................37 Alabama Language Institute (English as a Second Language) ............................................................................37 Alabama Technology Network-Gadsden ..............................................................................................................37 Articulated Credit ..................................................................................................................................................38 Awarding Credit through Experiential Learning.....................................................................................................38 College Credit by Examination or Experience.......................................................................................................38 Consortium for Alabama Regional Colleges for Automotive Manufacturing (CARCAM) .......................................40 Continuing Education............................................................................................................................................40 Cooperative Education (CO-OP)...........................................................................................................................40 Developmental Studies .........................................................................................................................................40 Educational Talent Search ....................................................................................................................................41 Honors Courses ....................................................................................................................................................41 Honors Scholars Program.....................................................................................................................................41 Library Services ....................................................................................................................................................42 Service Learning ...................................................................................................................................................42 Skills Training Division ..........................................................................................................................................43 Training for Existing Business and Industry and Workforce Development............................................................43 Upward Bound ......................................................................................................................................................43 Student Activities.......................................................................................................................................................43 Gadsden State A Cappella Choir and Gadsden State Singers .............................................................................43 Gadsden State Community College Alumni Association.......................................................................................44 Gadsden State Show Band...................................................................................................................................44 Honors and Recognitions......................................................................................................................................44 Intercollegiate Athletics .........................................................................................................................................44 Miss Gadsden State..............................................................................................................................................44 R.O.T.C. ................................................................................................................................................................ 44 Student Organizations ..........................................................................................................................................44 Student Government Association..........................................................................................................................44 College Regulations...................................................................................................................................................45 Registration ........................................................................................................................................................... 45 Enrollment ............................................................................................................................................................. 45 Non-Payment of Fees ...........................................................................................................................................45 Credit Hour Definition............................................................................................................................................45 Prerequisites and Corequisites .............................................................................................................................45 Course Load .........................................................................................................................................................45 Independent Study................................................................................................................................................45 Schedule Change .................................................................................................................................................45 Identification and Library Card ..............................................................................................................................45 Attendance Policy .................................................................................................................................................46 Academic Advising Policy .....................................................................................................................................46 Academic Honesty Policy......................................................................................................................................46 Withdrawal from a Class .......................................................................................................................................47 Withdrawal from the College .................................................................................................................................47 Administrative Withdrawal or Drop from a Course or the College .........................................................................47 Repetition of Courses ...........................................................................................................................................47 Course Work Expiration Policy..............................................................................................................................48 Academic Bankruptcy ...........................................................................................................................................48 Repeat Course Forgiveness .................................................................................................................................48 Grading System ....................................................................................................................................................49 Grade Changes.....................................................................................................................................................49 State of Alabama Policy on Standards of Academic Progress..............................................................................49 Admissions Appeals..............................................................................................................................................50 Transcripts ............................................................................................................................................................51 Final Examinations................................................................................................................................................51 Academic Honors..................................................................................................................................................51 President's List......................................................................................................................................................51 Dean's List ............................................................................................................................................................51 Graduation Honors................................................................................................................................................52 Graduation Requirements .....................................................................................................................................52 Graduation ............................................................................................................................................................53 Policies for Students Who Receive VA Benefits ...................................................................................................53 Safety and Security...............................................................................................................................................55 Student Grievance ................................................................................................................................................55 Student Code of Conduct and Discipline ? Non-Academic ...................................................................................56

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Policy Against Harassment and Discrimination.....................................................................................................60 Policy on Sexual Misconduct ................................................................................................................................60 Policies on Computer Use and Internet Access ....................................................................................................61 Policy on Copyright and Fair Use..........................................................................................................................61 Policy on Student Communication ........................................................................................................................62 Policy on Alcohol and Drugs .................................................................................................................................62 Policies and Procedures on Fund-Raising Activities .............................................................................................62 Policy on Sales and Solicitations ..........................................................................................................................62 Policies and Procedures on Work Orders .............................................................................................................63 Policy on Social Media ..........................................................................................................................................63 Policy on No Smoking and Tobacco Use ..............................................................................................................63 Policy on No Trespass & Appeal Procedure .........................................................................................................63 Policy on Registered Sex Offender Notification ....................................................................................................63 Policy on Email as Official Communication for Students.......................................................................................64 Policy on Children on Campus..............................................................................................................................64 General Education .....................................................................................................................................................65 Programs of Study and Transfer Guides .................................................................................................................65 Skills Training Division..............................................................................................................................................66 Programs of Study ................................................................................................................................................66 Division of Health Sciences ......................................................................................................................................67 Clinical Laboratory Technology Program ..............................................................................................................67 Phlebotomy Training Program ..............................................................................................................................67 Emergency Medical Services................................................................................................................................67 Healthcare Linkage Programs...............................................................................................................................67 Massage Therapy Program...................................................................................................................................67 Nursing Assistant ..................................................................................................................................................68 Nursing Education.................................................................................................................................................68 Public Safety Telecommunications .......................................................................................................................69 Radiologic Technology Program - General Information ........................................................................................69 Surgical/Operating Room Technology ..................................................................................................................69 Degree and Certificate Requirements ......................................................................................................................70 Associate in Arts Degree (or) Associate in Science Degree .................................................................................70 Associate in Applied Science Degree ...................................................................................................................71 Certificate .............................................................................................................................................................. 72 Short-Term Certificate...........................................................................................................................................72 PROGRAMS OF STUDY .............................................................................................................................................73 Accounting Technology A.A.S...............................................................................................................................73 Accounting Specialist (Computerized) Short-Term Certificate ..............................................................................74 Agribusiness Education Transfer Guide................................................................................................................75 Agriculture Transfer Guide ....................................................................................................................................76 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration A.A.S. .............................................................................................................77 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certificate .......................................................................................................79 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Short-Term Certificate........................................................................................80 Aquaculture Technician Short-Term Certificate ....................................................................................................81 Aquatic Biology Transfer Guide ............................................................................................................................82 Art Transfer Guide ................................................................................................................................................83 Auto Collision Repair Technology Certificate ........................................................................................................84 Auto Collision Repair Technology Short-Term Certificate .....................................................................................85 Automotive Manufacturing Technology A.A.S.......................................................................................................86 Automotive Manufacturing Technology Certificate................................................................................................88 Automotive Manufacturing Technology Short-Term Certificate.............................................................................89 Automotive Service Technology Certificate...........................................................................................................90 Automotive Service Technology Short-Term Certificate .......................................................................................91 Biology Transfer Guide .........................................................................................................................................92 Business Administration Transfer Guide...............................................................................................................93 Carpentry - Advanced Carpentry Short-Term Certificate ......................................................................................94 Carpentry - Basic Carpentry Short-Term Certificate .............................................................................................94 Chemistry Transfer Guide .....................................................................................................................................95 Child Development A.A.S......................................................................................................................................96 Child Development Short-Term Certificate............................................................................................................97 Civil Engineering Technology A.A.S. ....................................................................................................................98 Civil Engineering Technology Certificate ............................................................................................................100

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Civil Engineering Technology Short-Term Certificate .........................................................................................101 Clinical Laboratory Technology A.A.S.................................................................................................................102 Computer Information Systems Transfer Guide..................................................................................................103 Computer Science Scientific Transfer Guide ......................................................................................................104 Computer Science Technology - Network Administration A.A.S. ........................................................................105 Computer Science Technology A.A.S. ................................................................................................................106 Computer Science Technology Certificate ..........................................................................................................107 Cosmetology Technology Certificate ..................................................................................................................109 Cosmetology Esthetics Technology Short-Term Certificate ................................................................................110 Cosmetology Nail Technology Short-Term Certificate ........................................................................................110 Criminal Justice Transfer Guide..........................................................................................................................111 Diesel Technology Certificate .............................................................................................................................112 Drafting and Design Technology A.A.S...............................................................................................................114 Drafting and Design Technology Certificate........................................................................................................116 Drafting and Design Technology Short-Term Certificate.....................................................................................117 Electrical Technology A.A.S................................................................................................................................118 Electrical Technology Certificate.........................................................................................................................120 Electrical Technology Short-Term Certificate......................................................................................................121 Electronic Engineering Technology - General Option A.A.S. ..............................................................................123 Electronic Engineering Technology - Industrial Electronics Specialization A.A.S. ..............................................125 Electronic Engineering Technology Certificate....................................................................................................127 Elementary Education / Early Childhood / Preschool Education Transfer Guide ................................................128 Emergency Medical Services A.A.S....................................................................................................................129 English Transfer Guide .......................................................................................................................................130 Entrepreneurship ................................................................................................................................................131 Financial Planning and Counseling Transfer Guide ............................................................................................132 General Studies Transfer Guide .........................................................................................................................134 Health Information Technology Management Short-Term Certificate .................................................................135 Health, Physical Education, Recreation Transfer Guide .....................................................................................136 History/History Education Transfer Guide ...........................................................................................................137 Human Services A.A.S. ......................................................................................................................................138 Industrial Automation Technology A.A.S.............................................................................................................139 Industrial Automation Technology Certificate......................................................................................................141 Industrial Automation Technology Short-Term Certificate...................................................................................142 Legal Transcriptionist Short-Term Certificate......................................................................................................143 Liberal Arts Transfer Guide .................................................................................................................................144 Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate* ...............................................................................................................145 Machine Tool Technology A.A.S.........................................................................................................................146 Machine Tool Technology Certificate ..................................................................................................................148 Machine Tool Technology - Basic CNC Technology Certificate..........................................................................149 Machine Tool Technology - Basic Machine Tool Short-Term Certificate ............................................................150 Marketing Management A.A.S. ...........................................................................................................................151 Massage Therapy Short-Term Certificate ...........................................................................................................152 Mathematics/Mathematics Education Transfer Guide.........................................................................................153 Mechanical Design Technology - Civil Engineering Technology Degree/Mechanical Design Option A.A.S. ......154 Mechanical Design Technology - Civil Engineering Technology Degree/Mechanical Design Option Certificate 156 Medical Transcriptionist Short-Term Certificate ..................................................................................................157 Music Transfer Guide..........................................................................................................................................158 Nursing Assistant Short-Term Certificate............................................................................................................159 Office Administration A.A.S.................................................................................................................................160 Osteopathic Medical Program Transfer Guide ....................................................................................................163 Paralegal A.A.S...................................................................................................................................................164 Poultry Science Transfer Guide ..........................................................................................................................165 Pre-Athletic Training Transfer Guide...................................................................................................................166 Pre-Dentistry Transfer Guide ..............................................................................................................................167 Pre-Engineering Transfer Guide .........................................................................................................................168 Pre-Forestry Transfer Guide ...............................................................................................................................169 Pre-Law Transfer Guide......................................................................................................................................170 Pre-Medicine Transfer Guide ..............................................................................................................................171

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