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2003-2004 CATALOG GEORGE C. WALLACE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (WALLACE COMMUNITY COLLEGE) WALLACE CAMPUS 1141 Wallace Drive Dothan, Alabama 36303-9234 (334) 983-3521 FAX (334) 983-3600 or (334) 983-4255 SPARKS CAMPUS P.O. Drawer 580 Eufaula, Alabama 36072-0580 3235 South Eufaula Avenue Eufaula, Alabama 36027 (334) 687-3543 FAX (334) 687-0255 FORT RUCKER CENTER P.O. Box 6200032 Building 4502, Kingsman Street Fort Rucker, Alabama 36362 (334) 598-8866 FAX (334) 598-3578 Toll Free Number for All College Locations: 1-800-543-2426 Website Address: www.wallace.edu A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT I feel very fortunate to be a part of the world of education in the 21st Century—especially here at Wallace Community College! With the many technological advancements and learning opportunities in existence today, our students literally have the world at their feet! Today’s students can explore areas of interest on the Internet, practice skills in simulation, and link via satellite with instructors from anywhere in the world! Yes, technology is amazing. It has not only changed the way students learn, but it has also changed the way we teach. I have been astonished at the rapid growth of the College’s distance learning program within the past two years. We launched the program with seven Internet courses in 2001, and to-date, we have nearly 50 on-line courses for our students to study at their convenience. This option allows students with personal and family obligations time to fit an education into their already busy schedules. That’s an important aspect of Wallace Community College: the realization that our students are real people with real families and real dreams. We at Wallace Community College seek to address each student as an individual and to help him or her face the future equipped with the knowledge and skills to meet any goal. Our programs are readily adaptable to ensure that instruction is consistent with the expected standards and the ever-changing needs of business and industry. In a world filled with frequent change, however, it is always comforting to know that some things remain constant—like the Wallace commitment to our students and our many partners in the various industries of our service areas. That means this commitment extends to YOU! I encourage you to review this catalog to discover how you can benefit from one or more of our programs and special services. Counselors are available to assist you with any questions you may have—and I, too, am always ready to assist you. Sincerely, Linda C. Young President 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page College Calendar 2003-2004.............................................................................................................................4 Accreditations....................................................................................................................................................5 Vision, Values, Mission, Role and Scope, and Institutional Goals .............................................................. 5-6 History of the College .......................................................................................................................................6 Campus Photos and Maps .......................................................................................................................... 7-10 Student Affairs.................................................................................................................................................12 General Information and Special Instructional Programs ..............................................................................16 Admissions Policies and Procedures ..............................................................................................................19 Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid.....................................................................................................................24 General Policies...............................................................................................................................................32 Educational Options........................................................................................................................................40 Instructional Programs ...................................................................................................................................44 Course Descriptions........................................................................................................................................66 College Personnel..........................................................................................................................................110 Student Handbook........................................................................................................................................116 Index .............................................................................................................................................................131 3 2003-04 CALENDAR* WALLACE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FALL TERM, 2003 August 18, 19, 20 + Faculty Duty Day August 21, 22 Registration August 25 CLASSES BEGIN August 26, 27 Drop/Add, Late Registration/Late Fee September 1 Labor Day Holiday October 17 MID-TERM, End of 1st Mini-term, 2nd Mini-term Registration October 18 2nd Mini-term Begins, Drop/Add for 2nd Mini-term October 19 Drop/Add for 2nd Mini-term November 11 Veterans Day Holiday November 24, 25, 26 + State/Local Professional Development November 27, 28 Thanksgiving Holidays December 1 Classes Resume December 17, 18, 19 FINAL EXAMS December 22-January 2 + Christmas Holidays (Faculty) December 24-January 2 Christmas Holidays (Staff) SPRING TERM, 2004 January 5, 6, 7 + Faculty Duty Days January 8, 9 Registration January 12 CLASSES BEGIN January 13, 14 Drop/Add, Late Registration/Late Fee January 19 Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday March 5 MID-TERM, End of 1st Mini-term, 2nd Mini-term Registration March 8 2nd Mini-term Begins, Drop/Add for 2nd Mini-term March 9 Drop/Add for 2nd Mini-term March 22-26 + Spring Break March 29 Classes Resume May 4, 5, 6 FINAL EXAMS May 7-12 + Faculty Duty Days May 14 + Local Professional Development May 13 GRADUATION (Sparks Campus) May 14 GRADUATION (Wallace Campus) May 17-21 + Faculty Holidays SUMMER TERM, 2004 May 24 + Faculty Duty Day May 25 Registration May 26 CLASSES BEGIN May 27, 28 Drop/Add, Late Registration/Late Fee May 31 Memorial Day Holiday June 30 MID-TERM, End of 1st Mini-term July 1 2nd Mini-term Begins, Drop/Add for 2nd Mini-term July 2 Drop/Add for 2nd Mini-term July 5 Independence Day Holiday August 4, 5 FINAL EXAMS August 6, 9 + Faculty Duty Days August 10-13 + Faculty Holidays College Closed + No Classes * Tentative Calendar, subject to change. 4 ACCREDITATIONS CHANGES IN PROGRAMS AND CATALOGS Wallace Community College is accredited by The information contained in this publication conforms with policies and The Commission on Colleges of procedures of the State Board of Education, Department of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Postsecondary Education, and applicable state and federal statutes. Any 1866 Southern Lane policies and procedures of Wallace Community College that may be Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 found to be in violation of such are hereby declared null and void and of (404) 679-4501 no effect. The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational to award associate in arts, science, and applied science degrees purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and this institution. The EMT-Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of While provisions of this catalog will ordinarily be applied as stated, Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Wallace Community College reserves the right to change any provision 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 1970 listed in this catalog, including but not limited to academic requirements Chicago, Illinois 60601 for graduation, without actual notice to individual students. Every effort is (312) 553-9355 made to keep students advised of any such changes. It is especially on recommendation of the important that students keep themselves apprised of current graduation Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for requirements for their particular degree programs. Current information is the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP) available in the Student Affairs Department, Grimsley Hall, or by 1248 Harwood Road telephone, (334) 983-3521, ext. 2473. Bedford, Texas 76021-4244 HUMAN RIGHTS AND NON-DISCRIMINATION The Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Wallace Community College is committed to equal opportunity Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) education. The College is guided in philosophy and practice by the 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 1970 principle that individuals will not be treated differently because of race, Chicago, Illinois 60601 creed, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability, and that (312) 553-9355 legitimate and reasonable access to facilities is available to all. This on recommendation of the principle particularly applies to the admission of students in all programs Committee on Accreditation for Medical Assistant Education of the College and in their academic pursuits. It is also applicable in 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 1575 extracurricular activities, all Student Affairs services, employment of Chicago, Illinois 60606-2963 students by the College, and employment of