2015-16 PCC Catalog
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Important Phone Numbers Admissions Arts & Sciences Division – (252) 493-7820 Business Division – (252) 493-7371 Construction & Industrial Division – (252) 493-7222 Public Services & Fine Arts – (252) 493-7222 Vice President of Student Development – (252) 493-7211 Cashier’s Offi ce – (252) 493-7234 College Outreach – (252) 752-7298 Continuing Education and Community Development – (252) 493-7388 Evening Programs – (252) 493-7627 Financial Aid – (252) 493-7339 General Information – (252) 493-7200 Health Sciences Admissions Specialist – (252) 493-7473 Library – (252) 493-7350 Lifelong Learning, Basic Skills – (252) 493-7396 PCC Police/Public Safety – (252) 493-7777 Registrar – (252) 493-7232 Student Government Association – (252) 493-7226 Transcripts – (252) 493-7232 Weekend College – (252) 493-7627 Pitt Community College Foundation – (252) 493-7210 PITT COMMUNITY COLLEGE Winterville, North Carolina Pitt Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Associate Degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Pitt Community College. CATALOG OF COURSES DAY AND EVENING PROGRAMS Volume XXXIV 2015 - 2016 Copyright 2015 All Rights Reserved Pitt Community College publishes this catalog to provide students and other interested persons with information about the College and its programs. The information provided is up-to-date as of June 15, 2015. For information about changes after this date, refer to the addendums to the catalog on the Pitt Community College website (www.pittcc.edu). The provisions of the catalog are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between students and Pitt Community College. The College reserves the right to change any provisions, requirements, or schedules at any time or to add or withdraw courses or program offerings. Every effort will be made to minimize the inconvenience such changes create for students. Students having questions not answered in this publication may secure additional information from the Office of the Vice President of Student Development Services, Pitt Community College, P. O. Drawer 7007, Greenville, North Carolina 27835-7007; telephone (252) 493-7211, Vernon White Building, Room 4. It is the policy of Pitt Community College not to discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, handicap, religion, age, or national origin in the recruitment and admission of students; the recruitment, employment, training, and promotion of faculty and staff; and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations. Pitt Community College is an equal opportunity institution. For Admissions information please call (252) 493-7232 or visit our web site at: http://www.pittcc.edu. 2 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Pitt Community College is on the move, and we are glad that you are taking advantage of our learning opportunities. We continue to add degrees and certifications which fit employer needs and coordinate with baccalaureate and graduate degree programs. We know that you have many options for higher education. For us, the completion of your educational goals is our top objective. Student success, one of Pitt’s strategic goals, depends upon your active participation in academic and career planning. It also places responsibility on our faculty and staff to deliver a learning experience which is connected with industry standards and responds to you as an individual. Investments in our facilities have increased, with a new bookstore, career center, computer lab and student lounge in the Craig Goess Student Center. We will also break ground for what will be the largest building on campus in 2015, the Science Building. These spaces and others will provide the environments for learning, but you are the essential ingredient. Please do everything you can to complete courses and stay on track to meet your goals. This catalog provides a detailed description of the College’s policies, procedures, courses, and other information as you progress through your academic program or shift to a new one. You may also consult our website (www.pittcc.edu) for the most current information and activities. I welcome you to carefully consider the broad array of programs we offer and become involved in the classroom, in campus activities, and in our many clubs and organizations. All faculty and staff are dedicated to helping you achieve your educational and career goals as you explore new learning experiences at PCC. Thank you for your interest in Pitt Community College. I wish you great success in learning and realizing your dreams related to careers, further education and the development of your full potential. Dr. G. Dennis Massey 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ACADEMIC CALENDAR ...............................................................................13 ORGANIZATION ..............................................................................................17 Board of Trustees ......................................................................................... 17 Pitt County Board of Commissioners .......................................................... 17 Pitt Community College Foundation ........................................................... 18 Office of the President ................................................................................. 19 Office of theVice President, Academic Affairs ........................................... 19 Curriculum Instruction ................................................................................. 19 Career and Academic Planning .................................................................... 19 Placement Testing ........................................................................................ 19 Instructional Staff by Division ..................................................................... 20 Library ......................................................................................................... 25 Continuing Education and Community Development ................................. 28 Office of theVice President, Administrative Services ................................. 29 Campus Police ............................................................................................. 29 Facilities Services ........................................................................................ 29 Human Resources ........................................................................................ 30 Information Technology and Services ......................................................... 30 Inventory Control/Courier Services ............................................................. 31 Office of the Chief Financial Officer ........................................................... 31 Office of theVice President, Institutional Advancement ....................................................................... 31 Alumni and Resource Development ............................................................ 32 Marketing ..................................................................................................... 32 Media Relations ........................................................................................... 32 VISIONS and HORIZONS Programs ......................................................... 32 Office of theVice President, Student Development Services ...................... 32 GENERAL INFORMATION ...........................................................................34 History of the College ...................................................................................34 Location ........................................................................................................36 Mission Statement ........................................................................................37 Vision Statement ...........................................................................................37 Goals .............................................................................................................37 Diversity Leadership Statement ....................................................................37 General Education Requirements .................................................................37 Non-Degree Curriculum Credit ....................................................................37 ADMISSIONS ....................................................................................................38 State Authorization of Distance Learning .....................................................38 General Admissions ......................................................................................39 Admission of Home Schooled Students .......................................................40 Refusal of Admission Policy ........................................................................40 New Student Orientation ..............................................................................40 Placement Testing .........................................................................................40 Foreign Language Placement Testing ...........................................................42 College Level Exam Program (CLEP Testing) .............................................42 4 Acceptance of Information Technology Certifications .................................43 Health Sciences Admissions .........................................................................44