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2007-2008 CATALOG www.gwc.info WELCOME FROM THE 2007-08 ASGWC PRESIDENT Welcome to the 2007-2008 academic year here at Golden West College! Whether you’re an ambitious new or returning student, dedicated faculty or staff, it’s my pleasure and pride to have you be a part of the Golden West Family. For those who are starting out, starting over, or just gaining new skills, Golden West College is a wonderful pathway to the destination of your choice. At GWC, we believe that people learn in many different ways that extend beyond the classroom. That is why a wide variety of academic, cultural, and athletic opportunities such as student governance, college committees, clubs, sports, and the arts that can serve as a learning laboratory, lead to new friendships, and create a richer and more memorable college experience. Here at GWC, we focus on making change our tradition. Our innovative team is constantly working together to create a stimulating learning environment, which is available to each and every student. Our role as students is to learn, engage, and change the world. As your ASGWC President, I encourage you to create your own unique experience by exploring the boundless opportunities GWC offers foremost to its students. I am confident you will enjoy your experience and be pleased to be part of the tradition of excellence. Tahnee D. Le ASGWC President 2007-2008 WELCOME FROM THE PRESIDENT Golden West College’s theme is “OCEANS OF OPPORTUNITY” The other day I had the opportunity to walk with a new student on a tour of our campus. While on that walk, I was reminded what is unique about Golden West College is not really the catalog you have in your hand right now. The special thing about this campus is the people who work here. I was able to introduce this student to faculty and staff members who are the best of the best. More than anything it is the people who work here that make this college what it is. We pride ourselves on a friendly staff and a vibrant faculty. We know that you are the reason we are here, and we want to serve you with kindness and professionalism. So when you feel stuck or don’t understand something in our schedule, give us a call, visit a counselor, stop by an office, or send us an email, and we will be glad to help you succeed at GWC. Our college offers three different AA degree options, because we know that one size does not fit all. We also offer 65 different career certificates, because some students are looking for entry level career preparation, while others are changing careers or coming back to refresh their skills. That’s what we mean by“Oceans of Opportunity.” Of course the reason we have chosen the ocean as part of our theme is location, location, location! It would be hard to find a better place to study and play than Surf City (Huntington Beach), California. Our park-like campus is safe, serene, and spacious. GWC provides you with wonderful facilities – a contemporary student center, innovative student success center, up-to-date computer technologies, well maintained sports venues, advanced labs, and plenty of parking spaces. It doesn’t get any better than this, and that’s why I invite you to come to Golden West College where you will find“Oceans of Opportunity.” Wes Bryan Golden West College President CATALOG 2007 – 2008 1 15744 Golden West Street • P.O. Box 2748 • Huntington Beach • CA • 92647-2748 • (714) 892-7711 www.gwc.info TABLE OF CONTENTS Academic Calendars. 2-3 Activities, Programs & Organizations. 27-31 Admissions, Registration & Matriculation. 7-17 Administration and Faculty . 173-181 Associate In Arts Degree Requirements. 34-38 Board Of Trustees. 174 Career and Certificate Programs. 47-77 Courses Of Instruction. 78-162 General Information. 4-6 Graduation Requirements. 32-38 Rights, Responsibilities, Policies & Regulations. 163-172 Student Services. 18-26 Suspended Courses. 161-162 Transfer Information & Requirements. 39-46 Index. 182-185 Every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the information in this catalog. Students are advised, however, that such information is subject to change without notice and the Board of Trustees of the Coast Community College District, the Chancellor of the Coast Community College District, and the President of Golden West College reserve the right to add, amend, or repeal rules, resolutions, or policies within the administration area of such officers. In addition, some courses are not offered every semester or every year. It is the policy of the Coast Community College District to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, or marital status. If you need information in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility Center for Education at (714) 895-8721 (voice) or (714) 895-8350 (TDD). 714-892-7711 Golden West College 2007-2008 Catalog 2 ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2007 – 2008 FALL SEMESTER 2007 August 13 ............................................................................................................................ Early Start (Special Programs) Classes Begin August 26 ....................................................................................................................................................Residency Determination Date August 27 ........................................................................................................................Regular Classes Begin (16 and 8-Week Classes) September 3 .............................................................................................................................................. Labor Day (Campus Closed) October 1 .....................................................................................................................Application Period for the Spring Semester Begins October 22 .............................................................................................................................................Second Eight-Week Classes Begin November 12 ..........................................................................................................................................Veterans Day (Campus Closed) November 22 - 25 ...................................................................................................................... Thanksgiving Break (Campus Closed) November 30 ....................................................................................................................................... Filing Deadline for Fall Graduation December 16 ...................................................................................................................................................... Last Day of Fall Semester December 17 - January 1 .................................................................................................................... Winter Break (Campus Closed) INTERSESSION 2008 January 2 ............................................................................................................................................................... Class Instruction Begins January 21 .................................................................................................................. Martin Luther King Holiday (Campus Closed) January 27 .............................................................................................................................................................Intersession Classes End SPRING SEMESTER 2008 January 14 ........................................................................................................................... Early Start (Special Programs) Classes Begin January 27 ...................................................................................................................................................Residency Determination Date January 28 .......................................................................................................................Regular Classes Begin (16 and 8-Week Classes) February 15 ..........................................................................................................................................Lincoln’s Day (Campus Closed) February 18 ...................................................................................................................................Washington’s Day (Campus Closed) March 24 - March 30 ...........................................................................................................................Spring Recess (Campus Closed) March 31 ...............................................................................................................................................Second Eight-Week Classes Begin April 11 ...........................................................................................................................................Filing Deadline for Spring Graduation May 23 ............................................................................................................................................................................... Commencement May 25 ...........................................................................................................................................................Last Day of Spring Semester CLASS CANCELLATION College reserves the right to cancel classes. All classes offered are based upon sufficient enrollment to economically warrant them. Classes may be cancelled as a result of low enrollment,