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EX0024 | tech07-003 | 06/2006, 09/2007 About Excelsior College College is to become a model for ease of access to academic degree completion, through student-centered services and the Excelsior College was originally founded in 1971 as the validation of learning. Through this vision, the College will be external degree program of the New York State Board of recognized as the institution most responsive to the needs of Regents. In 1998, the Board of Regents granted the College career-oriented adult learners at a distance. (then known as Regents College) an absolute charter to operate as a private, independent college. As are all colleges in the state, The Mission of Excelsior College Excelsior College is a member of The University of the State of New York. The College is governed by a board of trustees Excelsior College exists to expand educational opportunity,

comprised of individuals from across the United States who are with efficiency, economy, and academic excellence, and with prominent in the fields of business, education, government, and a particular concern for those historically underrepresented the professions. in higher education. The College meets students where they Excelsior College awards degrees in 36 programs: 33 at are academically, geographically, and technologically and the associate and baccalaureate levels in liberal arts, nursing, personally assists them in reaching their goals by offering a business, technology, and health sciences, and 3 master’s- full range of flexible academic options. level degrees in liberal studies, nursing, and business. The The College seeks to meet the needs of a pluralistic College also awards certificates in business, health sciences, society, increasingly dependent on an informed and educated and liberal arts. citizenry. It focuses upon the needs of the individual student, The faculty of Excelsior College are drawn from many primarily adults, who want to advance themselves in a colleges and universities as well as from industry and the flexible, self-paced manner, using a variety of faculty professions. They establish and monitor academic policies approved learning resources, frequently at a distance. The and standards, determine degree requirements and the ways College is an international resource, a global leader, and a in which credit can be earned, develop the content for all prime advocate for higher and distance education. Ranked first in acceptance of transfer students U.S. by News and World Report World forand the past three years. examinations, teach our courses, review the records of students to verify their degree requirement completion, Accreditation and recommend degree conferral to the Board of Trustees. Approximately 13 percent of the students enrolled in Excelsior College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Excelsior College come from New York State; the remaining Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and 87 percent come from all other states and many foreign Schools, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 215-662- countries. Approximately 110,000 persons have earned 5606. The Commission on Higher Education is an institutional An education degrees from Excelsior College. Many of them indicate that accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of they expect to earn a master’s or higher degree at some point Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation in the future, and a large percentage of our baccalaureate (CHEA). The associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degree on the graduates pursue postgraduate study immediately after programs in nursing are accredited by the National League for earning their Excelsior College degrees. Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006, 800-669-1656. The NLNAC is a leading edge. The Philosophy of Excelsior College specialized accrediting agency for nursing recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. The baccalaureate degree programs What you know is more important than where or how you in electronics engineering technology and nuclear engineering learned it.® technology are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission (TAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering The Vision for Higher Education and Technology (ABET), 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202, 410-347-7700. The TAC of ABET is a Higher education will become an instrument through which specialized accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary The only thing changing faster than business is technology. How all people can attain economic advancement, social justice, and of Education. The Master of Arts in Liberal Studies program has can you stay current in these fields—and advance your career—while still a world at peace. Education is a good thing for all peoples and been accepted into full membership by the Association of tending to work and family? The Excelsior College School of Business and we should have more of it. Education breaks down barriers Graduate Liberal Studies Programs (AGLSP). This constitutes Technology is your answer. Excelsior College technology programs give between neighbors and nations; it enhances the social fabric accreditation in the field of graduate liberal studies. All the you the chance to advance your career and stay abreast of the latest by creating understanding and self-sufficiency; it particularly College’s academic programs are registered (i.e., approved) by benefits those in less favored positions in society; and, allied the New York State Education Department. Excelsior College technology—while staying on the job. We accept credit from a vast array with an advancing technology, it can spread enlightenment Examinations are recognized by the American Council on of sources including professional IT certifications, military training, www.excelsior.edu Go for it! and enlightened self-interest across the globe. Education (ACE), Center for Adult Learning and Educational workplace training, and previously earned college credit, while immersing Credentials, for the award of college-level credit. Excelsior you in the most current, relevant knowledge in your field of interest. The Call 888-647-2388 The Vision for Excelsior College College Examinations in nursing are the only nursing exams result? A faster, more efficient way to earn your technology degree. (press 2-7 at the prompt) approved by ACE. Ever cognizant of the great lessons learned throughout history, Excelsior College contributes to the greater world good Located at 7 Columbia Circle • Albany, New York, 12203 • 518-464-8500. Excelsior College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association through its programs for adult learners. The vision of Excelsior of Colleges and Schools • 3624 Market Street • Philadelphia, PA 19104, 215-662-5606. The Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). The associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degree programs in nursing are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) • 61 Broadway • New York, NY 10006 • 800-669-1656. The NLNAC is a specialized accrediting agency for nursing recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. All the College’s academic programs are registered (i.e., approved) by the New York State Education Department. Excelsior College admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin. Technology Degrees Catalog Addendum

School of Business and Technology

June, 2008

Corrections to the School of Business and Technology Catalog: The Technology Degrees

Program Requirement Corrections Page 46: Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology text for mathematics and natural sciences Page 32: Students enrolled in the Associate in Science requirements in Technology degree program are required to complete There is no minimum credit hour requirement for nat- a course or exam in computer applications or program- ural sciences. Rather, students must complete certain ming as part of their technical electives. required courses in the natural sciences:

Physics I–II (with at least one physics lab). Program Objective Correction Students are required to complete at least 24 semester On page 46, Objective # 8 for the Bachelor of Science hours of credit in the combined areas of mathematics and in Electronics Engineering Technology degree program natural sciences, with at least 12 credit hours in math at should read as follows: the level of college algebra or above, including Calculus I–II and Differential Equations. 8. Integrate knowledge of the functional areas of electronics technology. Pages 54: Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology text for mathematics and natural sciences requirements The following corrections apply to the There is no minimum credit hour requirement for nat- natural sciences requirements for several ural sciences. Rather, students must complete certain degree programs required courses in the natural sciences: Chemistry (with lab) Page 44: Bachelor of Science in Computer Technology Physics I–II (with at least one physics lab) text for mathematics and natural sciences requirements Atomic Physics There is no minimum credit hour requirement for nat- Nuclear Physics ural sciences. Rather, students must complete certain Thermodynamics required courses in the natural sciences: Students are required to complete at least 24 semes- Physics I–II (with at least one physics lab). ter hours of credit in the combined areas of mathematics Students are required to complete at least 24 semes- and natural sciences, with at least 12 credit hours in ter hours of credit in the combined areas of mathematics math at the level of college algebra or above, including and natural sciences, with at least 12 credit hours in Calculus I–II. math at the level of college algebra or above, including Calculus I–II.

Addendum page 1 Program Educational Objective for Page 39: Graduates of BS in Electronics Engineering Updated BS Technology Program Outcomes Technology (pg. 48), Information Technology (pg. 50), and Nuclear Engineering Technology Graduates will be able to: (pg. 53) 1. Demonstrate the ability to understand and use quantitative expressions in the natural sciences. Graduates will be able to: 1. Apply general and discipline-specific concepts 2. Demonstrate the application of algebra and higher and methodologies to identify, analyze, and solve mathematics to problem solving in technology areas. technical problems. 3. Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written 2. Demonstrate an individual desire and commitment communications. to remain technically current with, and adaptive to, 4. Demonstrate an ability to understand professional, hanging technologies through continuous learning ethical, and social responsibilities, including the and self-improvement. impacts of culture, diversity, and interpersonal 3. Demonstrate independent thinking, function relations. effectively in team-oriented settings, and maintain a high level of performance in a professional/ 5. Demonstrate computer usage in the technical industrial environment. specialty area including technical problem solving. 4. Communicate effectively in a professional/industrial 6. Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, and environment. solve problems in the technical specialty area. 5. Perform ethically and professionally in business, industry, and society. 6. Attain increasing levels of responsibility and leadership in one’s chosen career field.

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General Information 1 Technology Degree Time Limit ...... 29 Programs Information 14 Credit for Navy Nuclear Power School (Enlisted) . . .29 Excelsior College Degree Programs 2 Credit for Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operators Sources of Undergraduate Credit 3 Degree Program Components 15 (Prototype) ...... 3 . 0 Excelsior College: Suiting Your Lifestyle, Requirements and Policies for Technology Degrees .1 6 Credit for the National Registry of Meeting Your Needs ...... 4. Written English Requirement ...... 1. 6 Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) . . . 30 Is Excelsior College Right for Me? ...... 4 Information Literacy Requirement ...... 16 Credits from training programs completed Level Requirement ...... 1 . 7 How Will an Excelsior College Degree Help Me? . . 5 . at United States Nuclear Power Plants that How Do I Get My Degree? ...... 5. Business/Industry/Military Training . . . . .17 are accredited by the National Academy Degree Programs ...... 6 Diversity ...... 1 . 7 for Nuclear Training ...... 3. 0 Degree Requirements ...... 6 Free Elective Credits ...... 1 . 7 Associate in Science in Technology 31 How Do I Get Started? ...... 6 Mathematics Policy ...... 17 I . Arts and Sciences Component ...... 31 MyEC ...... 6 Minimum Academic Average ...... 1. 7 II . Technology Component ...... 31 First Apply ...... 7 Time Limits ...... 17 III . Information Literacy Requirement . . . . . 3. 2 Then Enroll ...... 7 Time Limit ...... 32 Associate Degree Programs Begin the Process of Earning in Technology 18 Sample Technical Specialty and Your Excelsior College Degree ...... 8 Technical Electives for Each Undergraduate Enrollment Policies ...... 9 Associate in Applied Science in Aviation Studies Technical Specialty Area 34 and Submission of Military Documentation . . . . . 9 Chemical Technologies ...... 3 . 4 Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies 18 Active Duty Personnel, National Guard, Reservists .9 Electromechanical Technologies ...... 35 I . Arts and Sciences Component ...... 19 Servicemembers With Language Training . . . . 9 Computer Technologies ...... 35 II . Career Component ...... 19 Veterans of All Branches Except Enlisted Electronic/Instrumentation Technologies . . . . .36 III . Free Elective Component ...... 19 Air Force Personnel ...... 9 Manufacturing Technologies ...... 36 Associate in Occupational Studies in Aviation 20 Military Partnerships ...... 10 Mechanical/Welding Technologies ...... 37 I . Arts and Sciences Component ...... 20 Navy College Program Distance Nuclear Technologies ...... 3 . 7 II . Career Component ...... 20 Learning Partnership ...... 1 . 0 Optical Technologies ...... 38 III . Free Elective Component ...... 20 SOCCOAST/Coast Guard Distance Power Plant Technologies ...... 3. 8 Learning Partnership ...... 1 . 0 Associate in Science in Computer Software 21 Army National Guard Education I . Arts and Sciences Component ...... 22 Baccalaureate Degree Programs Support Center (MOU) ...... 10 II . Computer Software Component ...... 22 in Technology 39 eArmyU ...... 10 III . Information Literacy Requirement . . . . . 2. 3 Bachelor of Science in Technology 39 DANTES ...... 10 Programming Language Cap ...... 23 I . Arts and Sciences Component ...... 41 Credit Assignment ...... 10 Credit for Vendor Examinations ...... 2. 3 II . Technology Component ...... 41 General Education Outcomes Measurement . . . .11 Time Limit ...... 23 III . Free Elective Component ...... 42 Costs of an Excelsior College Education . . . . .11 Associate in Science in Electronics Technology 23 Time Limit ...... 42 Required Fees ...... 1 . 1 I . Arts and Sciences Component ...... 24 Bachelor of Science in Computer Technology 42 SSAF Payment Plan ...... 12 II . Electronics Technology Component . . . . .25 I . Arts and Sciences Component ...... 42 The Graduation Fee ...... 12 III . Information Literacy Requirement . . . . . 2. 6 II . Computer Technology Component ...... 44 Additional Fees ...... 12 Time Limit ...... 26 III . Free Elective Component ...... 45 Sample Optional Fees ...... 1. 2 Associate in Science in Nuclear Technology 26 Time Limit ...... 45 General Refund Policy ...... 13 I . Arts and Sciences Component ...... 27 Credit for ICCP and Vendor Examinations . . . . 4 . 5 Policies and Procedures 13 II . Nuclear Technology Component ...... 28 Second Degree Restrictions ...... 45 III . Information Literacy Requirement . . . . . 2. 9

i Bachelor of Science in Electronics Use of Proficiency Exams for Excelsior College Credit Bank ...... 64 Engineering Technology 45 Technology Degree Credit 59 Community Resources 64 I . Arts and Sciences Component ...... 46 Proficiency Exams for Technology Degree Credit 60 Local Colleges and Universities ...... 64 II . Electronics Engineering Technology Component . .46 Excelsior College Examinations 60 Public Libraries ...... 64 III . Free Elective Component ...... 49 CLEP Tests ...... 60 For your benefit: Course Materials Policy ...... 49 DANTES Examinations ...... 60 A Word of Caution About Test Preparation and Tutorial Services ...... 6 . 5 Time Limit ...... 49 Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) Subject Tests 60 Second Degree Restrictions ...... 49 ICCP Examinations ...... 6. 0 Bachelor of Science in Information Technology 49 Credit for ICCP (Institute for Certification Excelsior College Board of Trustees 67 I . Arts and Sciences Component ...... 50 of Computing Professionals) Examinations . . . 6. 0 II . Information Technology Component ...... 50 Credit for Vendor Examinations ...... 6. 0 Excelsior College Leadership Staff 68 III . Free Elective Component ...... 52 Use of Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) Programming Language Cap ...... 52 Subject Tests ...... 6. 0 Credit for Vendor Examinations ...... 5. 2 Excelsior CollegeTechnology Game Institute™ Courses ...... 52 Learning Resources 61 Degrees Faculty 69 Time Limit ...... 52 The Excelsior College Virtual Library (ECVL) . . . 6. 1 Course Materials Policy ...... 52 Academic Advising ...... 6. 1 New York State Education Department Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Excelsior College Bookstore ...... 61 Inventory of Registered Programs ...... 71 Engineering Technology 53 Excelsior College Workshops ...... 6 . 2 I . Arts and Sciences Component ...... 53 Course Search ...... 6 . 2 II . Nuclear Engineering Technology Component . . 5 . 4 Online Tutoring Services ...... 6. 2 III . Free Elective Component ...... 56 Guided Learning Packages ...... 62 Course Materials Policy ...... 56 My Access!® Online Guided Writing Tool . . . . .62 Time Limit ...... 56 The Excelsior College Web Site ...... 6. 2 Credit for the National Registry of The Electronic Peer Network (EPN) ...... 6 . 3 Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) . . . 57 The Graduate Resource Network (GRN) . . . . 63 Credit for Navy Nuclear Power School (Enlisted) . . .57 Career Services ...... 63 Credit for Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operators (Prototype) ...... 5 . 8 Excelsior College® Examinations ...... 63 Credits from training programs completed Study Resources for Excelsior College Examinations 63 at United States Nuclear Power Plants that Excelsior College Practice Exams ...... 6 . 3 are accredited by the National Academy Portfolio-Based Assessment ...... 64 for Nuclear Training ...... 5. 8 Other Examination Programs ...... 6 . 4

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Limitations Information in this catalog is current as of June 1, 2006, and is subject to change without advance notice. CHANGES IN COLLEGE POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND REQUIREMENTS The College reserves the right to modify or revise the admission requirements to any program of the College; degree and graduation requirements; examinations, courses, tuition, and fees; and other academic policies, procedures, and requirements. Generally, program modifications and revisions will not apply to currently enrolled students so long as they actively pursue their degree requirements. However, in the event that it is necessary to make program changes for enrolled students, every effort will be made to give notice. It is also the responsibility of students to keep Important: It is important for themselves informed of the content of all notices concerning you to keep us informed of your current such changes. contact information, so we can reach you . You can update your address, phone

Excelsior College maintains a drug-free workplace and is a drug-free school, as provided by the Federal numbers, fax number, and email preference Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 . on our Web site, www .excelsior .edu, by clicking on “MyEC” and then “My Profile ”. Excelsior College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race, gender, or sexual orientation in the educational programs and activi- Or you can call us with this information . ties which it operates . Portions of this publication can be made available in a variety of formats upon request . Inquiries should be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer, Excelsior College, 7 Columbia Circle, Albany, NY 12203-5159 . Campus Crime Statistics can be found at the following Web site: http://ope .ed .gov/security . 1 Excelsior College Programs Business Associate in Applied Science, Administrative/Management Studies* Associate in Science, Business

General Bachelor of Science, General Business Information Bachelor of Science, Accounting (General) Bachelor of Science, Accounting (NYS CPA Track) Bachelor of Science, Finance Bachelor of Science, Global Business Bachelor of Science, Hospitality Management Bachelor of Science, Management of Human Resources Bachelor of Science, Management Information Systems Bachelor of Science, Marketing Bachelor of Science, Operations Management Bachelor of Science, Risk Management and Insurance Master of Business Administration Certificate in Entrepreneurship Health Sciences Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences Certificate in End of Life Care Certificate in Health Care Informatics Certificate in Health Care Management Liberal Arts Associate in Arts Associate in Science Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Science Master of Arts in Liberal Studies Certificate in Homeland Security Nursing Associate in Applied Science Associate in Science Bachelor of Science Master of Science Technology Associate in Applied Science, Aviation Studies* Associate in Applied Science, Technical Studies (with specialty)* Associate in Occupational Studies, Aviation* Associate in Science, Computer Software Associate in Science, Electronics Technology Associate in Science, Nuclear Technology Associate in Science, Technology (with specialty) Bachelor of Science, Technology (with specialty) Bachelor of Science, Computer Technology Bachelor of Science, Electronics Engineering Technology Bachelor of Science, Information Technology (with concentration) Bachelor of Science, Nuclear Engineering Technology

*Designed specifically to meet the needs of members of the armed services. Sources of Undergraduate Credit Excelsior College accepts credits from a wide variety of sources represented by those listed on our Sources of Under- graduate Credit below. In general, Excelsior College accepts credits from those colleges and universities that are regionally Information

accredited; those recognized by the New York State Education Department; and those that have been evaluated by the General Excelsior College faculty and found to follow acceptable educational practices and apply toward our degree programs.

Sources of Undergraduate Credit 5. Programs reviewed by the American Council on Education (ACE) College Credit Recom- 1. Excelsior College courses mendation Service of the Center for Adult Examples of Graduate Learning and Educational Credentials, by the Schools Accepting 2. Transfer of degree-level credit from regionally New York State Board of Regents National Our Graduates accredited and NYS Education Department- Program on Noncollegiate Sponsored In- approved colleges and universities American University struction (National PONSI), by the Excelsior Arizona State University 3. College-level proficiency examination pro- College Criminal Justice Training Assessment grams reviewed by the American Council Program, or by the Excelsior College Faculty Boston University (e.g., Nuclear Utility Accreditation Program on Education (ACE) College Credit Recom- Brigham Young University mendation Service of the Center for Adult (NUAP), Game Institute, and General Catholic University Learning and Educational Credentials Physics) Columbia Law School 4. College-level proficiency examination pro- 6. International Credentials grams reviewed by Excelsior College faculty Cornell University Degree-level credit at approved universi- Fordham University a. Information Technology (IT) Vendor ties or university-parallel institutions Certification Examinations (Microsoft, beyond the United States. Transcripts Harvard University CompTIA, Cisco, Sun, International are evaluated by Educational Credential Indiana University Computer Driving License [ICDL], etc.) Evaluators, Inc. (ECE), Commission on The Johns Hopkins University Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools b. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) (CGFNS), Josef Silny & Associates, Inc. Michigan State University Subject Tests (for Israel only), GLOBE (for Russia The New School for c. National Commission on Certification of only), and other faculty-approved interna- Social Research Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Physician tional institutions. Northwestern University Assistant National Certifying Examina- tion (PANCE) 7. Evaluation of extra-institutional learning The Ohio State University (Excelsior College endorses the Council for The Pennsylvania State University d. National Certification Board of Pediatric Higher Education and Accreditation state- Nurses General Pediatric Nursing (GPN) ment on the validation of extra-institutional Rutgers University Certification Examination and experiential learning for transfer pur- Syracuse University poses) e. New York University Foreign Language Temple University Proficiency Tests 8. Excelsior College, Charter Oak, and Ohio University of Arizona University portfolio-based assessment f. Hebrew University of Jerusalem University of California, Berkeley Examination 9. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) University of Colorado Fixed Wing Certificates g. Approved proficiency examination University of Kentucky programs listed in Excelsior College 10. Degree-granting professional school pro- University of Massachusetts DistanceLearn® database grams with Council for Higher Education (CHEA) professional accreditation following University of Miami h. Adult, Pediatric, or Neonatal Critical Excelsior College’s policy on credit accep- University of Michigan Care Certification (CCRN) through the tance of transcripts from non-regionally AACN Certification Corporation University of North Carolina, accredited professional schools Chapel Hill i. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or 11. College-level credit from any degree granting University of Notre Dame a Certified Pediatric Oncology Nurse institution accredited by the Distance Educa- (CPON) through the Oncology Nursing University of Texas tion and Training Council (DETC) that also Certification Group has been approved and recommended by the Vanderbilt University j. Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse American Council on Education’s (ACE) Villanova University College Credit Recommendation Service (CRRN) through the Rehabilitation Yale University Nursing Certification Board 12. Association of Advanced Rabbinical and Talmudic Schools (limited) 3 Excelsior College: Suiting Your Lifestyle, take advantage of the flexibility and unique program Meeting Your Needs offerings at Excelsior College. Unless otherwise specified, information in the gen- No matter where you live, no matter how busy you are, eral sections of this catalog pertains to undergraduate

General Excelsior College offers the flexibility you need to finish degree programs. Specific graduate program informa- Information your college degree. tion is presented in program materials and catalog Excelsior College may be the program to help you sections pertaining to the particular graduate programs. complete your undergraduate degree if you We welcome your requests for further information and encourage you to contact the College and speak with have taken some college-level courses. an admissions counselor regarding any questions you have acquired college-level learning through other may have about our graduate program offerings. You means and want to apply it toward a degree. can also find information about all our programs on the College’s Web site at https://www.excelsior.edu. need flexibility in the place and time frame in which you earn your degree. prefer to work at your own pace. Is Excelsior College Right for Me? have a schedule that would make it difficult to attend a traditional college. If you want to earn a college degree and have the motivation to work toward that goal, we can help. It is We believe that “what you know is more important up to you to decide whether or not Excelsior College is than where or how you learned it.”® We recognize that the program for you. You have a good chance of suc- you can demonstrate your college-level knowledge and ceeding as an Excelsior College student if you competencies through a variety of means including the are a motivated self-directed learner. submission of transcripts from regionally accredited colleges and universities and other approved sources, have already acquired some college-level learning theory or performance examination results, and other through college courses, the military, corporate assessment procedures. training, independent study, work experience, or We also believe that your need for further learn- extensive reading. ing can be met in a variety of ways, both traditional are comfortable working at a distance via phone, and nontraditional, from passing proficiency examina- mail, or Internet, rather than in person. tions to taking college courses to pursuing independent have the ability to plan ahead, be detailed in your study. work, and meet deadlines. Independent learners are take-charge people. If you are able to assimilate information from written are one of them, Excelsior College can help you orga- materials and to locate and use a variety of learning nize your efforts to meet your educational goals. As a resources. leader in innovative education, we work in partnership with other colleges and universities and with employers As you are making your decision about enrolling in and other organizations to remove barriers to educa- Excelsior College, you should study the degree require- tional opportunity. ments listed in a current catalog for the degree you Most of our graduates are working adults who once wish to earn. Please be aware that you will be subject thought they could never attain a college degree. Yet to the program requirements and College policies in ef- thousands of students around the world have fulfilled fect when you enroll. Some requirements and policies their dreams by earning associate and bachelor’s de- change periodically and as an enrolled student you will grees through our unique program. be notified accordingly. You can access all our catalogs And now, with the introduction of our Certificate on the Excelsior College Web site, and we will be hap- Program in Health Care Informatics and our Master py to send you hard copies of current materials at any of Arts degree in Liberal Studies (MA/LS), Master of time. Science in nursing, and Master of Business Adminis- As a distance learning institution, Excelsior Col- tration (MBA) programs, graduate students can also lege provides access and support for many of the unique needs of adult learners. Misconceptions about

4 > www.excelsior.edu distance learning may cause confusion, and some stu- tivation required for success in their degree programs dents may have unrealistic expectations regarding the proved to be equally valuable assets for success in grad- Information General services and programs we offer. Therefore, as you con- uate school. sider enrolling in Excelsior College, it may be helpful Our graduates report their degrees have enhanced to learn about some of the services we do not provide. their lives in other ways as well. A large number of Excelsior College does not graduates report that through their independent col- automatically award credit for all educational lege studies they have enjoyed significant intellectual experiences. growth, enhanced their critical thinking abilities, im- proved their oral and written communication skills, and grant credit for life experience rather than for experienced personal growth and fulfillment. Workers learning gained from that experience. and employers alike believe that this unique type of guarantee that all previously earned credit will college experience provides excellent preparation for fulfill degree requirements. jobs and career growth. provide on-the-spot evaluation and/or advisement services. How Do I Get My Degree? provide clinical learning experience for nursing students. The flexibility of an Excelsior College undergraduate send a diploma until all the degree requirements degree program means you can demonstrate your pre- listed in our catalogs have been fulfilled and the vious college-level learning and earn degree-level credit degree has been conferred. in a variety of ways. We will help you identify and evaluate the college-level learning you have already acquired, and our academic advisors will help you develop a re- How Will an Excelsior College alistic plan for completing your degree requirements as Degree Help Me? effectively and efficiently as possible. You may want to take advantage of Excelsior Col- An Excelsior College degree will help you lege’s course offerings or study independently and then take proficiency examinations such as Excelsior get ahead in your career. increase your salary. boost your self-confidence. prepare for success in graduate school. achieve personal satisfaction in completing what you started.

You could be one of the approximately 5,000 adults who graduate from our College each year, motivated individuals who achieve their goals and move forward in their lives. Surveys of the College’s baccalaureate degree graduates have shown that a large percentage continue on to graduate and professional schools. Over 250 graduate institutions have admitted our graduates. These have included many of the most competitive and prestigious in the country, schools such as Columbia University, Harvard University, The Ohio State University, UCLA, and Yale University. Most graduate programs in nursing in the United States accept our graduates. Many of our graduates say that the independence and mo-

General Information 5 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College College® Examinations to earn required credits (min- Note: The certificate and graduate programs imum grade of C required). You may choose to take have more focused yet still flexible requirement courses from other approved colleges or universities categories. Please refer to program-specific in- and apply credits from those courses to your degree formation for details if you plan to enroll in a requirements as well. Distance learning is attractive to certificate or graduate program. General

Information many students because distance courses are more flex- The general education requirements of our under- ible and self-paced than classroom courses, yet more graduate degree programs ensure that you have a good structured and directed than independent study. Excel- foundation in the natural sciences, the humanities, and sior College and many other colleges and universities the social sciences. The College expects you to master offer distance courses. These courses are generally quantitative skills and to be able to communicate ef- available in formats such as online, CD-ROM, print, fectively in writing and speech. In addition, we strongly correspondence, and audio or video. You may even de- recommend that you cultivate an understanding of the cide to use a combination of these sources of credit. We history and cultural values of many different ethnic encourage you to use the Course Search feature on our and cultural groups. A sensitivity to the perspectives of Web site to locate courses that will fulfill your degree all groups provides valuable insight into the continuing requirements. development of the global community. If you enroll in an Excelsior College graduate or Completion of the requirements in a specific field of certificate program, you will also have a degree of flex- study prepares you professionally in business, nursing, ibility in planning your requirement completion within or technology, or facilitates mastery of a discipline in a specific framework of options. arts or sciences in preparation for continued education or career growth. Elective/applied professional subjects Degree Programs allow you to pursue personal learning interests and satisfy your intellectual curiosity. Excelsior College offers 36 different degree programs Finally, the College encourages you to recognize at the associate and baccalaureate levels in business, that true learning is lifelong and that the deepest sat- liberal arts, nursing, health sciences, and technology— isfactions come when you attain your highest level of and master’s-level degree programs in business, liberal accomplishment. studies, and nursing. The College also offers a number of certificate programs. Information about these programs is available upon request and on the College’s How Do I Get Started? Web site. Excelsior College is open to all who wish to pursue a If you are a New York State resident and do not college degree. Excelsior College does not discriminate have a high school diploma, Excelsior College can help on the basis of age, color, religion, creed, disability, you obtain a high school equivalency diploma after you marital status, veteran status, national origin, race, gen- have accumulated 24 college credits. This diploma is is- der, or sexual orientation in the education programs and sued by the New York State Education Department. activities it operates. The College encourages students For further information, contact the New York State to seek admission if its programs and services will meet Education High School Equivalency Department at their educational needs. Some degree programs have 518-474-5906. special admission criteria.

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accepted. Please review carefully the instructions General sions process is geared toward busy, working adults: accompanying the Undergraduate Application for You can start on your degree anytime. Admission for specific information relating to the proper submission of your academic records. The first step toward completing your degree (Military candidates can refer to pages 8 and 9 for is to submit the Undergraduate Application more specific information.) for Admission. After you apply, we will send you an unofficial Note: If you have graduated from an Excelsior review that shows the requirements you have already College degree program or have been enrolled in fulfilled for your chosen degree program and what an Excelsior College degree program within the credits you still need to complete to finish your last five years, please contact your academic degree. You may be closer than you think! advisor. You can apply online by visiting the If you prefer to use a paper application, you can Our knowledgeable admissions counselors (avail- download a pdf of the application instead. able by phone or email) can explain our programs to you and help you take the steps you need to get If you have any questions before completing your started. Application, please contact the Admissions Office in one of the following ways: Then Enroll Call toll free: 888-647-2388 Once your application to Excelsior College is accepted, (press 2-7 at the prompt) the next step toward meeting your educational goals is Email: [email protected]. to enroll. If you have not gone through the application process, you must do so before enrolling. If you decide With your application, you will also submit official to enroll in Excelsior College as an undergraduate, you copies of your academic records from all the may do so at any time during the year. sources you wish to present for credit toward a To enroll, simply go to www.excelsior.edu/enroll degree. These include official transcripts from where you can enroll online. You will be prompted to accredited colleges and universities, score reports create a user account if you have not already done so. from testing agencies, international credentials evaluations, and documentation from military or Complete the online enrollment form and pay your fee with secure-access credit card payment or apply for our payment plan online. If you enroll online, you must pay your enrollment fee with a credit card. We accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover Card.

If you prefer to use a paper enrollment process, you can download a pdf of the enrollment form from www.excelsior.edu/enroll. Simply fill out the enrollment form and submit it with the required enclosures as specified on our fee schedule to the address indicated. Your enrollment will be official when we receive and process your enrollment form. You will then receive an acknowledgment letter and information packet from the Records Office.

General Information 7 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College The cost to enroll in Excelsior College varies accord- ing to the program in which you enroll and the payment The Student Online Success Guide method you choose for paying your tuition fees. This resource is designed to help prepare students for online For detailed information about enrollment fees success . Included are self-assessment tools, study strategies, General and associated costs, go to the Excelsior College Pub-

Information and assistance with identifying your learning style . Navigate lications Request page (www.excelsior.edu/publications), the Student Online Success Guide by reading the Introduc- where you can access, view, and print out the fee sched- tion and continuing through the topics listed in the menu . ule relevant to your student status and chosen area of Be sure to view a sample Excelsior College online course in study. WebCT . Courses in WebCT provide an experience that is most If you have any questions before completing your like traditional education . Scroll to the link titled Sample enrollment form, please contact the Admissions Office Course to view this interactive simulation . Each demo pro- in either of the following ways: vides a short movie with accompanying text, showing you the Call toll free: 888-647-2388 look and feel of the courses you may be taking . (press 2-7 at the prompt) Email: [email protected].

When we receive your completed enrollment form along with any additional academic records earned Begin the Process of Earning since your admissions application, we will compare Your Excelsior College Degree your educational experience to the requirements of your selected degree program. This initial evaluation Excelsior College uses team advising to support you usually takes four to six weeks to complete once all in your educational progress. After you enroll, we will documents are received by Excelsior College. After assign you an advising team based on your degree pro- your advising team has completed your evaluation, gram. Your academic advisors will help you plan your your status report and evaluation summary will be degree program and select appropriate methods for available on our Web site. Your status report indicates completing degree requirements. They can help you how we applied credit represented on the documents; locate distance learning and proficiency examination the evaluation summary tells you what you still need options to fulfill our degree requirements. to complete for your degree requirements. You will re- The student policy handbook, available in pdf ceive email notification when the evaluation is ready format at www.excelsior.edu/studentpolicyhandbook, for you to view at your MyEC page. If you are not an includes useful guidelines and tips on making our advis- e-delivery student, your evaluation will be mailed to ing system work for you. Excelsior College also offers you. a unique Course Search feature at our Web site that Note: If within three weeks of your enrollment allows enrolled students to search for specific courses we have not received all the official documents to complete their degree requirements. If you choose to listed on your enrollment form, we will conduct use traditional college courses, it is your responsibility the initial evaluation based upon the informa- to locate such courses. Regardless of the method used tion received to date. As new official documents to earn credit, you must receive prior approval from are received, your status report will be updated your advisor to ensure that the credit earned will apply accordingly. Updates are usually completed in toward your Excelsior College degree. four to six weeks. Once you have your status re- Each time you complete additional examinations port in hand, we will then work with you to help or courses that fulfill your degree requirements, you plan the ways in which you can earn the addi- should request that an official transcript be sent to the tional credit you need to fulfill your goal of Excelsior College Records Office. Provided you remain earning a college degree. actively enrolled, we will continue to update your status report until our records indicate you have satisfied all the requirements for your degree, at which time your records will automatically be submitted for the next eligible degree conferral.

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Support Center for assistance in degree program Information You may be enrolled in only one degree program planning online at www.virtualarmory.com or by General at a time. If you withdraw from the College and phone at 877-632-7644. subsequently reenroll, you will have to satisfy the Coast Guard: Coast Guard Transcript submitted di- degree requirements in effect at the time of your reen- rectly from the Coast Guard Institute, 5900 SW 64th rollment. St., Room 235, Oklahoma City, OK 73169-6990. Some of our degree programs have admissions Information on ordering an official Coast Guard criteria, and academic requirements may vary among Transcript is available through your Education them. You’ll find information on any criteria or require- Services Office or online at www.uscg.mil/hq/cgi. ments specific to a degree program in the catalog for Marine Corps: SMARTS (Sailor/Marine ACE Reg- your degree program. The College does have general istry Transcript) available through your Education policies and procedures that apply to all of our degree Services Office. Log on to https://www.navycollege. programs. Detailed descriptions may be found in the navy.mil or call 877-253-7122 for SMARTS Tran- Student Policy Handbook available on our Web site at script ordering information. www.excelsior.edu/studentpolicyhandbook. By enrolling in the College, you agree that your con- Navy: SMARTS (Sailor/Marine ACE Registry tractual relationship with the College will be governed Transcript) available through your Education Ser- by the laws of the state of New York; and that any litiga- vices Office. Log on to https://www.navycollege. tion or assertion of rights in a judicial or quasi-judicial navy.mil or call 877-253-7122 for SMARTS Tran- forum will be brought only in a court or other forum script ordering information. having jurisdiction within the state of New York. Servicemembers With Language Training

Submission of Military Documentation Defense Language Institute Courses-Transcript submitted directly from DLI. The forms required for providing official documen- Defense Language Proficiency Tests (DLPT)-DLPT tation of military educational experiences can be Score Report submitted directly from DLI or DLPT requested from the following sources. Score Report/DA Form 330 submitted directly from the military education center with certifying officer’s Active Duty Personnel, National Guard, Reservists signature and date.

Air Force: Enlisted Air Force Personnel: Community Veterans of All Branches Except College of the Air Force transcript submitted direct- Enlisted Air Force Personnel ly from CCAF, 130 W. Maxwell Blvd., Simler Hall, Suite 104, Maxwell AFB, AL 36112. Commissioned Official copy of the DD Form 214. The DD Form 214 Officers should request an official DD Form 295 sub- must be signed, currently dated, and certified to be a true mitted directly from the military education center. copy and submitted directly from one of the following sources: Army: Enlisted Army Personnel: AARTS (Army/ American Council on Education Registry Tran- Veterans Affairs (VA) Office (state- or county-level) script System) sent directly from the AARTS County Clerk’s Office Operations Center, 415 McPherson Ave., Fort Leav- enworth, KS 66027-1373. Information on ordering General Services Administration-National Person- an Official Institution Copy of your AARTS Tran- nel Records Center (Military Personnel Records), script and eligibility requirements is available online 9700 Page Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63132 at https://arts.leavenworth.army.mil or by phone at Note: Students may submit certified copies of 866-297-4427. Officer/Warrant Officer Army - Per military documentation from the originating sonnel should request an official DD Form 295 source in a sealed envelope and forwarded to submitted directly from the military education cen- Excelsior College unopened. ter. Army National Guard Personnel may wish to

General Information 9 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College Military Partnerships the degree plans generated by the ARNG ESC, provide feedback to the student who may need assistance, and send a monthly list of enrollments to the ARNG ESC. Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership eArmyU General Information Excelsior College offers associate and bachelor’s de- The U.S. Army has created one of the most innova- grees designed to meet the needs of Sailors through the tive programs of higher education in the world — Army Navy College Program Distance Learning Partnership. University Access Online (known as eArmyU). Students can take Excelsior College Distance Learning eArmyU provides access to quality education for en- Courses delivered through CD-ROM and video no mat- listed soldiers across the globe, helping them further ter where they are to earn credit toward their degree. their professional and personal goals and provid- Courses begin every other month and are eligible for ing the Army with top preparation for its forces. It up-front Tuition Assistance. There are many student brings together a unique collaboration of colleges and support services available such as academic advising universities offering a broad range of educational op- by phone, fax, and email; online library services; and portunities. Once enrolled, soldiers receive up to 100% an online bookstore, which delivers course materials funding for tuition, books, and course fees, as well as a directly to you. This program is outlined in detail at personal laptop, printer, email account, and an Inter- www.excelsior.edu. net Service Provider (ISP) account. eArmyU provides soldiers with assistance in determining a program of SOCCOAST/Coast Guard study, registering for courses, and transferring credits. Distance Learning Partnership Excelsior College is a participating college in eArmyU Excelsior College offers associate and bachelor’s degrees delivering the Master of Arts degree in Liberal Stud- designed to meet the needs of Coast Guard personnel ies and Master of Science degree in nursing. These two through SOCCOAST/Coast Guard Distance Learning graduate degree programs can be completed entirely Partnership. Students can take Excelsior College Dis- online. tance Learning Courses delivered through CD-ROM and video no matter where they are to earn credit to- DANTES ward their degree. Courses begin every other month DANTES is the umbrella organization that oversees and are eligible for up-front Tuition Assistance. There all military education programs for the armed ser- are many student support services available such as aca- vices. DANTES publicizes Excelsior College degree demic advising by phone, fax, and email; online library programs in their DANTES Directory of External services; and an online bookstore which delivers course Degree Programs, DANTES Guide to Independent materials directly to you. This program is outlined in Study, DANTES Distance Learning Brochures, and detail at www.excelsior.edu. DANTES Examination Program Handbook. Excelsior College has a contract with DANTES for the adminis- Army National Guard Education tration and funding of Excelsior College Examinations Support Center (MOU) to active-duty, reserve, and National Guard military Excelsior College has formed a partnership with the personnel. Army National Guard Education Support Center (ARNG ESC) to meet the needs of Army National Guard (ARNG) soldiers, their family members, and Credit Assignment ARNG civilian employees. Under this agreement, the ARNG ESC will publicize Excelsior College on their Credit assignment for examinations is determined by Web site and in National Guard related publications, faculty content experts who reference the learning out- generate an automated degree plan for Excelsior Col- comes assessed by each examination to corresponding lege prospective students for the degree program of their courses taught at United States colleges and universi- choice, assemble and submit official enrollment packets, ties. These credit assignments are recognized by the and provide examination study material through the American Council on Education through their College Student Guide to Success. Excelsior College will review Credit Recommendation Service. Credit assignment for online courses is determined by faculty content experts

10 > www.excelsior.edu who consider the depth and breadth of the content, re- While the College’s fees are intentionally kept rea- quired learning activities and student assignments, and sonable in order to accommodate adults with other Information General learning outcomes. financial responsibilities, in most cases they will not be the only costs incurred. As you develop your budget, you should take into account the cost of college cours- General Education Outcomes Measurement es, examinations, books and other learning materials, transportation, postage, online resources, and miscel- There is currently a movement in higher educa- laneous charges and supplies. tion to provide hard evidence of student success, Our fee structure allows you to pay designated fees generally referred to as outcomes assessment. Peri- as you go through the process of earning your degree. odically, Excelsior College students will be asked to Bear in mind that if you have already earned a great deal take a test to measure their attainment of the gen- of credit, your costs should be relatively low, whereas if eral education outcomes. The assessment results are you begin your degree program with little prior credit, used to continuously improve our programs as well your costs will be higher. as to report on the effectiveness of our institution. The following are the major fees that students pay to Scores on general education outcomes assessments are Excelsior College. Please note that there are distinct fee kept completely confidential and do not appear on in- policies and structures that apply to students in the mili- dividual student transcripts, although favorable scores tary and students who are enrolled in our undergraduate can be reported to employers and other educational and graduate degree programs. For more detailed infor- institutions at the request of participants. There is no mation, refer to the relevant fee schedule or consult with fee for participating in the general education outcomes your academic advisor or the Admissions Office. assessment. Required Fees

Costs of an Excelsior College Education The application fee covers the cost of processing your application and the unofficial evaluation by The cost of earning your Excelsior College degree will your team of academic advisors of your prior aca- depend upon the requirements of your degree pro- demic credits from official college transcripts, score gram, the pace at which you complete that program, reports, and additional official academic records. and the ways through which you choose to earn credit. If you primarily take college courses, for example, The enrollment fee covers the cost of processing you will have higher costs than if you primarily take your enrollment form and the official evaluation by examinations, because tuition fees are often higher your team of academic advisors of your prior aca- than examination fees. demic credits from official college transcripts, score reports, and additional official academic records. It also allows access to all Excelsior College student services and online services such as the Excelsior College Virtual Library, your customized MyEC Web page, and the Electronic Peer Network (EPN). This fee also covers the evaluation of additional official academic records you submit, academic advising, and program planning services for a period of one year from the date your initial Status Report notification (or two years from such date if you enroll in an AAS or AOS degree program within the School of Business and Technology).

General Information 11 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College If you are submitting credentials from universities The Graduation Fee located outside the United States, you may be required to pay an additional fee to an independent This fee covers the cost of the final evaluation and credential evaluation service to have those docu- verification of your total academic record, costs in- ments reviewed for equivalency to U.S. degrees and volved in processing your records for award of your General degree, one student (unofficial) and one official Information courses. copy of your final transcript, and preparation and The Student Service Annual Fee (SSAF) covers the mailing of your diploma and diploma cover. cost of twelve months of evaluation of academic records submitted by you or the source directly, aca- Additional Fees demic advising and program planning services, and maintenance of your student records. The SSAF In terms of additional fees, the exact expense you is assessed each year you renew your enrollment at incur at Excelsior College will be largely influenced Excelsior College (or after your second year in an by the degree program you choose. For example, AAS or AOS degree program within the School if you are a nursing student, you will be required of Business and Technology), approximately six to to take theory and performance examinations for seven weeks prior to the anniversary date of issu- which additional charges are assessed. Likewise, if ance of your initial Status Report. If it takes you you enroll in the electronics engineering technology more than a year (or two years in an AAS or AOS or nuclear engineering technology program, you will program) to complete your degree program from be required to complete an Integrated Technology the date of issuance of your initial Status Report, Assessment (ITA) for which an additional charge is you will need to stay actively enrolled in the College assessed. by paying this fee. You may pay your SSAF fee in full by the due date or you may use our SSAF pay- Sample Optional Fees ment plan to budget and pay your SSAF. See below for details. The Transcript Fee covers the cost of preparing and mailing an Excelsior College transcript. Note: Failure to pay the SSAF when due will inter- rupt your progress toward reaching your education- The Program Transfer Fee is assessed if you decide al destination, and the College may be forced to to transfer from one degree area (division) to an- change your status from “active” to “withdrawn.” other (e.g., from the School of Business and Technology to the School of Liberal Arts). The fee SSAF Payment Plan covers the cost of reevaluating your records to determine how they apply to the requirements of the We are pleased to offer our SSAF Payment Plan to new program. help you stay on track toward earning your degree. A Late Fee is assessed if you do not pay fees by the The SSAF Payment Plan is an affordable way to budget date shown on the invoice. The Late Fee applies to and pay your Student Service Annual Fee. past due payments of the Student Service Annual You can budget your Student Service Annual Fee Fee (SSAF) or the Graduation Fee. (SSAF), choosing from two to six monthly payments. A Reactivation Fee is assessed if you reenter your If you have questions about the SSAF Payment degree program within twelve weeks of our chang- Plan, please call our Student Accounting Office toll ing your status from “active” to “withdrawn” free at 888-647-2388; at the prompt, press 1-4-2. because of your failure to pay the Student Ser- vice Annual Fee (SSAF) within four weeks of its due date. If you reenter your degree program more than twelve weeks after this status change, you will be considered a new student and subject to the full enrollment fee and all policies in effect at that time.

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The fees described above are not refundable. The only Policies General exception allows two thirds of the enrollment fee to be refunded if you request a refund in writing within six and Procedures months of enrollment and if the College has not yet Excelsior College has various academic and adminis- conducted an evaluation of your academic records. trative policies that are important as you move forward Detailed information about refund, payment, and with your studies. Information on these policies can be cancellation policies related to specific programs and found at www.excelsior.edu/policies. Those that apply student populations is provided in relevant fee sched- only to a specific degree program may also be listed in ules, which are accessible on the College’s Web site the catalog for that program. Please take a few minutes and available free upon request from the Admissions today to review this valuable information. Office. It is your responsibility to be familiar with all the policies related to your activity as a student at Excel- sior College. The term “student” includes: students currently matriculated at Excelsior College taking examinations and/or courses, non-matriculated students taking examinations and/or courses, non-matriculated students in the application process, individuals using credit bank, formerly matriculated students currently in withdrawn status, and graduates.

Excelsior College offers technology programs that enable you to earn credit and complete degree requirements at a distance, fostering enhanced career opportunities for motivated individuals while increasing opportunities for professional organizations and corporations to develop a more technologically literate workforce.

Associate-level technology Baccalaureate-level technology degree programs: degree programs:

Associate in Applied Science in Aviation Studies 18 Bachelor of Science in Technology (with specialty) 39 Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies (with specialty) 18 Bachelor of Science in Computer Technology 42 Associate in Occupational Studies in Aviation 20 Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology 45 Associate in Science in Computer Software 21 Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (with concentration) 49 Associate in Science in Electronics Technology 23 Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology 53 Associate in Science in Nuclear Technology 26 Associate in Science in Technology (with specialty) 31 The use of proficiency examinations for technology degree credit Sample technical specialty and technical elective subjects: Excelsior College Examinations 60 CLEP tests 60 Chemical Technologies 34 DANTES Examinations 60 Computer Technologies 35 Graduate Record Examination (GRE) subject tests 60 Electromechanical Technologies 35 ICCP Examinations 60 Electronic/Instrumentation Technologies 36 Manufacturing Technologies 36 Mechanical/Welding Technologies 37 Nuclear Technologies 37 Optical Technologies 38 Power Plant Technologies 38

The baccalaureate degree programs in Electronics Engineering Technology and Nuclear Engineering Technology are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission (TAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). TAC of ABET is a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. 14 Degree Programs Undergraduate

Because of limited technological degree program nations and distance courses may not be available opportunities across the country, completing degree for some core and laboratory requirements, but requirements at a distance is often the only option for generally these requirements may be completed adults with technical backgrounds acquired at insti- through traditional coursework. tutions of higher education, on the job, and/or in the military. As an adult learner undertaking study for a technology degree at a distance, you should familiarize yourself with the various academic requirements and Degree Program policies that form the bases of available programs and make your educational decision based on a complete Components understanding of all relevant factors. Included here is a summary of the most important information regarding Every Excelsior College technology degree program the Excelsior College technology degree programs; the requires a specific number of semester hours of credit rest of this catalog contains more detailed descriptions in each of its component areas. These areas include and other relevant information. an arts and sciences component, a technology component (or, in some programs, a career component) You are a good candidate for a baccalaureate-level and a free elective component in which you may earn technology degree program if you: credits through applicable coursework or examinations in subject areas that interest you to individualize your have a two-year technology degree or a significant program design. number of credits in a technology discipline from a regionally accredited college; Within the arts and sciences component, you must earn a specified number of credits by successfully com- are prepared to complete coursework in mathemat- pleting coursework or examinations in the humanities, ics at the level of College Algebra or above, which social sciences/history, and natural sciences/mathemat- may include Discrete Math, Calculus I and II and/or ics areas. Within the technology component (or career Differential Equations, if required for your degree component), you must earn a specified number of program; credits by successfully completing coursework in core requirement and technology elective areas. The free have completed or have access to professional elective component includes courses taken in any disci- courses that have been evaluated for college-level pline except physical education activity courses. credit by either the American Council on Education (ACE) College Credit Recommendation Service of the Center for Adult Learning and Educational Cre- dentials or the New York State Board of Regents National Program on Noncollegiate Sponsored Note: Throughout this catalog the term Instruction (National PONSI); “credits” is used to indicate semester have completed military training that has been hours. Quarter hours are converted to evaluated by the American Council on Education. semester hours by multiplying quarter- Based on its content and your degree program, hour values by two thirds. this credit may apply toward the technology component, arts and sciences component, or free elective component.

satisfy technology component requirements through a combination of methods, including traditional classroom study, proficiency examinations, approved military- and industry-sponsored credit, and/or distance courses. Proficiency exami-

Technology Degree Programs Information 15 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College Requirements and Policies ENGx111 English Composition exam for which three cred- for Technology Degrees its may be used for humanities and three credits satisfy Undergraduate

Degree Programs the written English requirement). All coursework must be from an English-speaking institution. An English as Written English Requirement a Second Language (ESL) course may not be used to satisfy the Written English Requirement. A maximum You must demonstrate competency in expository of 6 credits in English Composition/Freshman English writing in English in one of the following ways: can apply toward degree requirements. 1. Successful completion of an approved college- Examples of one-semester courses from other level proficiency examination such as the Excelsior colleges and universities (3 credits) that will satisfy the College Examination in English Composition Written English Requirement: [ENGx101 College Writing and ENGx111 English Com- position] or the Advanced Placement (AP) English English Composition Examination. Expository Writing I Freshman Composition Note: Excelsior College does not accept the CLEP General Examination in English Composition with Essay toward this Effective Writing requirement. Introduction to Writing College Writing I 2. Successful completion of a college course (minimum 3 semester or 4 quarter-hour credits; minimum Information Literacy Requirement grade of C) from one of the following options: Students are expected to demonstrate competency in a. One-semester expository writing course such information literacy. The standards, performance indi- as such as [ENG 131: Elementary Composi- cators, and outcomes for this requirement were selected tion, ENG 231: Professional Writing Skills and from the Association of College and Research Libraries MLS 500: Graduate Research and Writing] (Some (ACRL) Information Literacy Competency Standards restrictions apply.) for Higher Education. Competency will be assessed b. Two institutionally designated writing-inten- through a one-credit pass/fail course offered online by sive, writing emphasis courses. Excelsior College or through successful completion of c. Two applied writing courses. The applied a course taken at a regionally accredited college cover- writing courses must focus on different appli- ing comparable content. cations of the writing process. The information literate student will be able to 3. Submission of an official statement of proficiency determine the nature and extent of the from a regionally accredited institution, from which information needed. transfer credit is being accepted, verifying satisfac- tory completion of its writing requirement. access needed information effectively and efficiently. 4. Completion of a noncollegiate sponsored instruction course or program on writing that has been evaluate information and its sources critically. evaluated by either the New York State Board incorporate selected information into his of Regents National Program on Noncollegiate or her knowledge base and value system. Sponsored Instruction (National PONSI) or the American Council on Education (ACE), Center understand many of the economic, legal, for Adult Learning and Educational Credentials, and social issues surrounding the use of and which contains a recommendation of at least information. 3 credits for the course. This course must con- access and use information ethically and legally. tain an actual assessment of your competence in expository writing in English. Students seeking additional information should check the Excelsior College Web site or consult with Examinations or courses used to fulfill the Writ- their academic advisor team. ten English Requirement may not be used to satisfy the humanities distribution requirement of an Excelsior College degree (except the six-credit Excelsior College

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Level Requirement Mathematics Policy Excelsior College baccalaureate-level technology Arithmetic courses and other mathematics courses degree programs require 15 or 16 upper-level credits designated as developmental or remedial may not be within the technology component, depending on the used toward the degree. No more than 9 credits of math discipline selected. A course is considered upper-level below the level of calculus may be applied to any degree. if it is offered at the junior or senior level and is not Representative titles of math courses below the level introductory in content. Course credits from two-year of calculus include College Math, College Algebra, institutions may not be used to satisfy upper-level Elementary Functions, Modern Math, Fundamentals requirements. Acceptance of course credits toward the of Algebra, Trigonometry, and Precalculus. upper-level requirement is subject to faculty approval. Minimum Academic Average Business/Industry/Military Training You must have a cumulative grade point average of C Courses offered by business, industry, and the military (2.00) or better in order to qualify for graduation from tend to be application-oriented and may not contain Excelsior College. Only course or examination grades sufficient depth and breadth of content to meet our of C or higher (to include pass (P) grades) may be technology core requirements. Transfer credit from the used to satisfy the technology, or other specific, degree Community College of the Air Force, for example, is requirements. You may apply credit to the general arts usually applicable to the arts and sciences or free elective and sciences and free electives components, as long as credits component of our technology degree programs. your overall GPA is at least 2.00. We encourage you to contact our Admissions Office before you enroll if you have questions about how your Time Limits business/industry and/or military courses will apply. Since the content of different technologies changes at Diversity varying rates, each degree program has specific time limits applied to certain technology component courses Excelsior College encourages you to plan your program submitted for transfer credit. Unless otherwise specified, in the humanities and social sciences to include study the time limit for the application of credits for informa- of the diverse perspectives of various ethnic and cul- tion technology, computer technology, and electronics tural groups as well as investigation of the fundamental technology is ten years prior to the date of enrollment. assumptions of Western civilization. See particular degree information for further details.

Free Elective Credits All Excelsior College technology baccalaureate degree programs allow you the flexibility of using free elective credits to meet degree requirements beyond the required credits in arts and sciences and general education. Free elective credits can be earned in disciplines such as, but not limited to: agriculture, architecture, business, criminal justice, education, graphic design, law, library science, medicine, and nutrition.

Associate Degree Associate in Applied Science, Associate in Occupational Studies, and Associate in Science

Associate in You are subject to the degree requirements in effect at the time of your enrollment or pro- Applied Science gram/degree transfer (program transfer refers to change from one school to another; degree in Aviation Studies transfer refers to changing degrees within the same school). The faculty reserves the right to make and changes in curricular requirements as necessary to reflect professional practice. Changes may Associate in affect both enrolled and prospective students. It is your responsibility to keep informed of Applied Science such changes. We make every effort to inform you of changes as they occur. Current information about degree requirements is posted in Technical Studies on our Web site. Information about changes to Excelsior College offers two associate in applied science degree requirements is also made available on degrees in technology: our Web site.

Associate in Applied Science in Aviation Studies (for pilots only) While these degree programs were designed specifically to meet the needs of those with military Associate in Applied Science in Technical backgrounds by recognizing the college-level learning Studies, with a specialty in one of the following areas: that takes place as a result of military training, the pro- Chemical Technologies grams may also be appropriate for some non-military Computer Technologies students. Graduates of these programs, who are interested in continuing on to baccalaureate-level study, Electromechanical Technologies should contact the technology advising team for advice Electronic/Instrumentation Technologies on the preferred program of study. Nuclear Technologies Power Plant Technologies

18 > www.excelsior.edu I. Arts and Sciences Component The Associate in Applied Science in Aviation Stud- Chart 1 ies and the Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies require a minimum of 20 credits in the arts and sciences distributed as follows: A. Humanities: At least 6 credits must be earned in Associate in Applied Science humanities. Three credits must come from a course Degree in Aviation Studies that satisfies the Written English Requirement (see Associate Degree page 16). The remaining 3 credits must be in and Programs humanities subjects other than writing, which Associate in Applied Science include literature, foreign languages, religion, phi- Degree in Technical Studies losophy, art, ethics, and music.

B. Social Sciences/history: At least 6 credits must AS be earned in social sciences/history, including a course (minimum 3 credits) in behavioral sciences. Social sciences/history subjects include, but are Total Degree

not limited to, political science, anthropology, Credits economics, geography, and history. Behavioral AAS Required: 60 AAS sciences subjects include, but are not limited to, psychology and sociology. C. Natural Sciences/Mathematics: At least 6 credits must be earned in natural sciences/mathe- Arts and Sciences matics. Some sample subjects are biology, chemistry, Credit physics, geology, college algebra, trigonometry, Component Hours

calculus, and statistics. Written English Requirement 3 Humanities 3 II. Career Component Social Sciences/History 3 The Associate in Applied Science in Aviation Stud- Behavioral Sciences 3 ies and the Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies degrees require a minimum of 20 credits in the Natural Sciences/Mathematics 6 career component. The career component consists of Arts and Sciences Electives 2 technology credits related to your career field. Total Arts and Sciences 20 III. Free Elective Component The Associate in Applied Science in Aviation Stud- ies and the Associate in Applied Science in Technical Credit Studies degree programs allow room for up to 20 cred- Other Requirements Hours its in free electives. Applied to this component is the 1 credit for Excelsior College’s Information Literacy Career Component 20 Requirement. See page 16 for more information about Free Electives (includes 1-credit information literacy. 20 Information Literacy Requirement)

Total Other Requirements 40

Associate Degree Programs in Technology 19 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College Associate in Occupational Chart 2 Studies in Aviation Excelsior College offers an Associate in Occupational Studies in Aviation. This degree program was designed Associate in Occupational specifically to meet the needs of pilots with military backgrounds by recognizing the college-level learn- Studies in Aviation ing that takes place as a result of military training. Programs Graduates of this degree program who are interested Associate Degree in continuing on to baccalaureate-level study should consult the technology advising team for advice on the Total Degree preferred program of study. (for pilots only) Credits AOS Required: 60 I. Arts and Sciences Component The Associate in Occupational Studies in Aviation requires a minimum of 9 credits in the arts and sciences distributed as follows: Arts and Sciences A. Written English Requirement: At least 3 credits Credit must come from a course that satisfies the Written Component CreditHours English Requirement (see page 16). Hours Written English Requirement 3 B. Behavioral Sciences: At least 3 credits must be Behavioral Sciences 3 earned in the area of behavioral science. Behav- College Mathematics 3 ioral science subjects include, but are not limited to, psychology and sociology. C. College Mathematics: At least 3 credits must Total Arts and Sciences 9 be earned in mathematics at the level of college Credit mathematics or above. Hours

II. Career Component Credit The Associate in Occupational Studies in Aviation Other Requirements Hours requires a minimum of 45 credits in the career component. The career component consists of technology Career Component 45 credits in the aviation field. Free Electives (includes 1-credit Credit 6 Information Literacy requirement) Hours III. Free Elective Component The Associate in Occupational Studies in Aviation allows room for up to 6 credits in free electives. Applied Total Other Requirements 51 to this component is the 1 credit for Excelsior College’s Information Literacy Requirement. See page 16 for more information about information literacy. You may earn the remaining 5 credits in any field of college study, including professional or technical subjects, as well as in the arts and sciences. Credit is not granted for physical education activity courses.

20 > www.excelsior.edu Associate in Science Program Outcomes We expect that as an Excelsior College associate-level in Computer Software computer software graduate you will be able to The Associate in Science in Computer Software degree 1. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of computer program is designed primarily for adults in indus- architecture, assembly language, data structures, try, government, and the military. Earning the AS and systems analysis and design. in Computer Software can be a goal in itself or an

2. Apply the fundamentals of algebra, trigonometry, Associate Degree intermediate step in pursuing a BS in Information and higher mathematics to problem solving in com- Programs Technology. puter software and systems applications. Graduates Typical occupational areas associated with computer should be able to apply the concepts of discrete software include applications programming, database mathematics to technical problem solving in the management, systems design and analysis, software broad area of computer information systems. management, and data communications. 3. Practice good oral and written communications. AS A graduate should be able to produce technical reports which are neat, grammatically correct, and lucid. In addition, the student should have acquired

AAS Chart 3

Associate in Science in Computer Software Total Degree Credits Required: 61 A S

Arts and Sciences Credit Computer Software Credit Component Hours Component Hours

Humanities 9 Core Requirements Social Sciences/History 6 Introduction to Computers Natural Sciences/Mathematics Computer Architecture/Assembly Language (must include one course in either High-Level Structured Language Discrete Mathematics or Calculus I) 9 Data Structures Arts and Sciences Electives 6 or Data Communications (must include a course that satisfies or Telecommunications the 3-credit Written English Requirement) Systems Analysis and Design Computer Software Electives

Total Arts and Sciences Component 30 Minimum Computer Software Component 30

Information Literacy Requirement 1

Associate Degree Programs in Technology 21 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College an appreciation and understanding of our cultural High-Level Structured Language heritage, interpersonal relationships, the interrela- Data Structures or Data Communications tionship between technology and society, and those or Telecommunications values essential for intelligent and discerning judg- Systems Analysis and Design ments. B. Computer Software Electives: The remaining 4. Demonstrate a working knowledge of computer credits come from various computing areas as elec- usage in the computer information systems area tives. Following is a listing of some sample elective and competence in at least one high-level computer subjects. language. 5. Design and analyze computer software and systems Sample Elective Subjects

Programs by use of established design and documentation Software Management

Associate Degree procedures. System reliability and security tech- Database Administration niques should be applied to this design and analysis Project Management process. Quality Assurance Software Engineering I. Arts and Sciences Component Management Information Systems Human-Computer Interface The Associate in Science in Computer Software Data Warehousing requires a minimum of 30 credits in the arts and Data Mining sciences distributed as follows: Information Security A. Humanities: At least 9 credits must be earned in Security Systems humanities. Humanities subjects include, but are not limited to, advanced writing, literature, foreign Applications languages, religion, ethics, philosophy, art, and Application Development music. Artificial Intelligence B. Social Sciences/history: At least 6 credits must CAD/CAM be earned in social sciences/history. Social sciences/ Computer Graphics history subjects include, but are not limited to, Microprocessors political science, anthropology, psychology, sociol- Numerical Methods ogy, economics, geography, and history. Robotics Simulation and Modeling C. Natural Sciences/Mathematics: At least 9 Digital Media credits must be earned in natural sciences/math- Multimedia ematics and include a course in either Discrete Mathematics or Calculus I. Some sample natural Software Techniques/Technology science subjects are biology, chemistry, geology, physics, and genetics. Communications Software Hardware/Software Selection D. Arts and Sciences Electives: A maximum of 6 (Information Systems Planning) credits may be earned in arts and sciences electives, Interactive Processing including a course (minimum of 3 credits) that satis- Structured Programming fies the Written English Requirement (see page 16). Systems Analysis (structured) Systems Design (structured) II. Computer Software Component Advanced Technology The Associate in Science in Computer Software requires a minimum of 30 credits in the following areas: Operating Systems Compiler Design A. Core Requirements: Computer Networks Distributive Systems The following five core requirements must be Expert Knowledge-Based Systems completed: Natural Language Processing Introduction to Computers TCP/IP Computer Architecture/Assembly Language UNIX

22 > www.excelsior.edu LINUX Biometrics Associate in Science in Web Technology LAN/WAN Electronics Technology Earning the Associate in Science in Electronics Tech- III. Information Literacy Requirement nology degree can be a goal in itself or an intermediate step in pursuing the BS in Electronics Engineering While the Associate in Science in Computer Software Technology or Computer Technology. degree program does not have a free elective compo- Associate Degree Within the electronics field, individuals who have nent, students are expected to demonstrate competency Programs in information literacy. See page 16 for more informa- AS degrees are usually employed as electronics techni- tion about information literacy. cians. They support the professional sector and may be employed in occupational areas that include design and development, manufacturing, testing, field service, and quality assurance. Programming Language Cap AS

The College has placed a 9-credit cap on introduc- Program Outcomes tory programming language courses, which include the We expect that as an Excelsior College associate-level

following languages: electronics technology graduate you will be able to:

COBOL AAS C 1. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of nature with the ability to understand, measure, and pro- C++ vide quantitative expressions of the phenomena of C# nature. A significant part of this knowledge should JAVA have been obtained from laboratory work with PYTHON required experimentation, observation, and accurate measurement. 2. Apply the fundamentals of algebra, trigonometry, Credit for Vendor Examinations and higher mathematics to problem solving in electronics areas. Graduates should be able to apply Excelsior College awards credit for certain examina- these mathematical concepts to technical problem tions from vendors such as Microsoft, CompTIA, solving in the broad area of electronics. ORACLE, SAS, Novell, Cisco, Sun, ICCP and ICDL. Please contact a technology advisor about the possi- 3. Practice good oral and written communications. bility of getting college-level credit toward your degree A graduate should be able to produce technical requirements. reports which are neat, grammatically correct, and lucid. In addition, the student should have acquired an appreciation and understanding of our cultural Time Limit heritage, interpersonal relationships, the interrelationship between technology and society, and those Because of the rapidly changing nature of technol- values essential for intelligent and discerning judg- ogy, Excelsior College has established a time-related ments. restriction on the application of credit from previous computer- and electronics-related coursework. To meet 4. Demonstrate competence in one or more high-level this requirement, relevant coursework must have been computer languages. completed more recently than 10 years prior to enroll- 5. Exhibit technical skills and techniques in electronic ment in Excelsior College. This may not be appealed. devices, circuit analysis, digital electronics, electronic The Associate in Science in Technology with a Com- communication, electronic control, microproces- puter Technologies specialty has a time limit that may sors, and systems analysis. This knowledge should be appealed. have been acquired by an appropriate combination of theory, applied problem solving, and laboratory experiences.

Associate Degree Programs in Technology 23 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College I. Arts and Sciences Component Courses in speech, written composition, technical writing, or similar courses in either written The distribution requirement ensures basic college- or oral communication are applicable toward level competence in three arts and sciences areas: the communications requirement. humanities, social sciences/history, and natural sciences/mathematics. 2. Ethics: At least 3 credits must be earned in ethics. This subject will be classified under A. Humanities and Social Sciences/History: At Humanities. least 12 credits must be earned in the humanities and social sciences/history distributed as follows: 3. Social Sciences/History: At least 3 credits must be earned in subjects such as sociology, 1. Communications: At least 6 credits must be economics, history, psychology, and anthropol- earned in communications courses, including Programs ogy.

Associate Degree a course (minimum 3 credits) that satisfies the Written English Requirement (see page 16). Chart 4

Associate in Science in Electronics Technology Total Degree Credits Required: 65 A S Arts and Sciences Electronics Technology Credit Credit Hours Component Hours Component*

Communications (must include Core Requirements 3-credit Written English Requirement) 6 Circuit Theory I Ethics 3 Circuit Theory II 3 Social Sciences/History Electronics I Electronics II Total Humanities and Social Sciences/History 12 Digital Electronics Microprocessors Mathematics (must include Electronic Communications Calculus I or Applied Calculus I) 8 Systems Natural Sciences (must include no Computer Programming Physics I and II [minimum one lab]) minimum Electronics Technology Electives

Total Natural Sciences/Mathematics 16 Minimum Electronics Technology Component 32 Total Arts and Sciences Electives 4

Total Arts and Sciences Component 32 * Seven technology laboratories are required (minimum of four from core subjects). Information Literacy Requirement 1

24 > www.excelsior.edu B. Natural Sciences/Mathematics: At least 16 on this list for its applicability as an elective in the credits must be earned in subjects such as biol- technology component. By choosing electives care- ogy, physics, chemistry, calculus, and geology, with fully, you may design a specialization beyond the 8 credits earned specifically in mathematics at the core. level of college algebra and higher. This requirement includes Calculus I or Applied Calculus I and Sample Electronics Technology Electives Physics I and II (minimum of one lab). The following list represent subjects typical of electronics technology electives: Associate Degree

II. Electronics Technology Component Electronics Electives Programs Completing this component ensures basic college-level Advanced Communications competence in the major functional areas of electronics Advanced Digital Electronics technology. Advanced Electronics Antennas

A. Core Requirements: The following core require- AS ments must be completed: Communications Systems Computer Architecture Circuit Theory I Computer Systems Circuit Theory II Control Systems Electronics I Data Communications (Hardware)

Electronics II Digital Process Control AAS Digital Systems Digital Electronics Electrical Drafting Microprocessors Electrical Machines Electronics Communications Electromechanical Systems Systems (The systems core requirement Electro-Optics may be satisfied with credits from Electro-Optics Measurement coursework in any of the following subjects: Electronic Devices Electromechanical Systems, Computer Electronic Measurements Architecture, Computer Systems, Micropro- Fiber Optics cessor-Based Robotics, Control Systems, Industrial/Power Electronics Communications Systems, Microprocessor Instrumentation (Test Equipment) Systems, Digital Systems.) Introduction to Lasers Laser Applications Computer Programming (The computer Light Sources and Wave Optics programming core requirement may be satisfied Microelectronics with credits from courses covering any of the Microprocessor-Based Robotics languages listed for the information technol- Microprocessor Systems ogy degrees on page 21, with the exception of Microwave Communications COBOL.) Microwave Devices B. Electronics Technology Electives: The list of Network Analysis electronics technology electives applicable toward Power Generation the electronics technology component is divided Robotics into two categories. You may select all or a major- Satellite Communications ity of electives from the electronics elective list to Servomechanisms satisfy the 32-credit requirement. The computer Special Problems (Project/Design) electives list is relevant for you if you choose to Systems Troubleshooting supplement your basic electronics technology back- Telecommunication ground coursework; however, you must select the Transmission and Distribution Systems majority of the technology component electives Video Systems from the electronics elective list. The faculty will review any course in an area that does not appear

Associate Degree Programs in Technology 25 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College Computer Electives Associate in Science CAD/CAM CIM in Nuclear Technology Computer Graphics Computer Languages (Software) The Associate in Science in Nuclear Technology degree Computer Systems (Hardware) program is designed primarily for employees of the Electromechanical Systems nuclear industry and the military. Earning the AS in Reliability/Maintainability Nuclear Engineering Technology degree can be a goal Robotics (Computer-Based) in itself or an intermediate step in pursuing a BS in Statistical Quality Control Nuclear Engineering Technology degree. Our program emphasizes basic principles of nuclear technology from Technical Instruction (Techniques) Programs a technical viewpoint. It is suited for people in occupa- Associate Degree C. Laboratory Requirement: The AS in Electronics tional areas such as reactor operations, health physics, Technology degree program requirements include at quality assurance, chemical technology, and instrumen- least eight laboratories. Of those eight, one physics tation and control technology as well as related areas laboratory is required in the natural sciences/math- in the nuclear technology field. ematics area, and the remaining seven must be in the technology component. Of those seven, four Program Outcomes must be related to the technology core content areas excluding computer programming. The remaining We expect that as an Excelsior College associate-level three laboratories may be in any technology com- nuclear technology graduate you will be able to: ponent subjects of your choice, either core courses 1. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of nature or electives, excluding computer labs. with the ability to understand, measure, and provide quantitative expressions of the phenomena III. Information Literacy Requirement of nature. Topics in the physical sciences should include conservation laws, rate processes, atomic Students are expected to demonstrate competency in and nuclear physics, and the fundamentals of ther- information literacy. See page 16 for more information modynamics. A significant part of this knowledge about information literacy. should have been obtained from laboratory work with required experimentation, observation, and accurate measurement. Time Limit 2. Apply the fundamentals of algebra, trigonometry, Because of the rapidly changing nature of technol- and higher mathematics to problem solving in ogy, Excelsior College has established a time-related nuclear areas. Graduates should be able to apply restriction on the application of credit from previous these concepts to technical problem solving in the computer- and electronics-related coursework. To meet broad area of nuclear technology. this requirement, relevant coursework must have been completed more recently than 10 years prior to enroll- 3. Practice good oral and written communications. ment in Excelsior College except Circuit Theory I and A graduate should be able to produce technical Circuit Theory II. Please note that course content in reports which are neat, grammatically correct, and such areas is subject to faculty approval. The time limit lucid. In addition, the student should have acquired may be appealed with verification of appropriate and an appreciation and understanding of our cultural current professional and/or academic experience. heritage, interpersonal relationships, the interrelationship between technology and society, and those values essential for intelligent and discerning judgments. 4. Demonstrate competence in at least one high-level computer language. 5. Exhibit technical skills and techniques in electrical theory, health physics, radiation protection, shielding, reactor core fundamentals, reactor systems, applied thermodynamics, nuclear instrumentation

26 > www.excelsior.edu and control systems, and reactor safety. This knowl- I. Arts and Sciences Component edge should have been acquired by an appropriate combination of theory, applied problem solving, The distribution requirement ensures basic college- and laboratory experiences. level competence in three arts and sciences areas: humanities, social sciences/history, and natural sci- 6. Demonstrate an understanding of nuclear processes ences/mathematics. and operation, the relationship between design and operation, and the role of the human and environ- A. Humanities: At least 9 credits must be earned, including a course (minimum 3 credits) that satis-

mental interface in the operation and maintenance Associate Degree fies the Written English Requirement (see page 16).

of nuclear systems. Programs The remaining 6 credits must be earned in humani- 7. Demonstrate knowledge of nuclear plant operation, ties subjects other than writing. These subjects which includes the areas of radiation protection include, but are not limited to, advanced writing, procedures, current applicable rules and regula- literature, foreign languages, religion, philosophy, tions, maintenance and control of nuclear systems, ethics, art, and music. quality assurance, and environmental integrity. AS B. Social Sciences/History: At least 6 credits must be earned in subjects such as sociology, economics, history, psychology, and anthropology.

AAS Chart 5

Associate in Science in Nuclear Technology Total Degree Credits Required: 61 A S

Arts and Sciences Credit Nuclear Technology Credit Component Hours Component Hours

Written English Requirement 3 Core Requirements Humanities 6 Electrical Theory Social Sciences/History 6 Computer Applications Health Physics/Radiation Protection Mathematics and Natural Sciences Radiation Measurement Lab mathematics (minimum of 7 credits to Plant Systems Overview include Calculus I or Applied Calculus I) Reactor Core Fundamentals 15 natural Sciences (to include Physics I, Atomic Physics Physics II, and Chemistry [one lab in Nuclear Physics Physics and one lab in Chemistry]) Nuclear Technology Electives

Total Arts and Sciences Component 30 Total Nuclear Technology Component 30

Information Literacy Requirement 1 Note: Three labs are required (chemistry, physics, and radiation measurement).

Associate Degree Programs in Technology 27 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College C. Natural Sciences/Mathematics: At least 15 Quality Assurance Technician credits must be earned in natural sciences/math- Measurements ematics, with 7 credits earned specifically in Codes and Standards mathematics at the level of college algebra and Regulations higher. This requirement includes Calculus I or Quality Assurance/Quality Control Applied Calculus I, Physics I and II (one lab mini- Computer Programming mum), and Chemistry (with lab). Computer Systems Database Management II. Nuclear Technology Component Probabilistic Reliability Analysis Technical Specifications A. Core Requirements: The nuclear technology Engineering Drawing/Blueprint Reading Programs component ensures basic college-level competence Associate Degree in the major functional areas of nuclear technology. Health Physics Technologist The following core requirements must be com- Radiation Biology pleted: Radiation Effects/Interaction with Matter Electrical Theory Advanced Instrumentation Computer Applications Instrument Calibration Health Physics/Radiation Protection Emergency Planning Metrology (instrument calibration) Radiation Measurement Lab Plant Systems Overview Chemistry Technician Reactor Core Fundamentals Water Chemistry Atomic Physics Corrosion Chemistry Nuclear Physics Instrumental Analysis (methods) Analytical Chemistry B. Nuclear Technology Electives: You may select Radiochemistry electives from the following list to complete remain- Advanced Computer Analysis (Chemistry) ing credits for your nuclear technology component. Physical Chemistry They have been categorized in occupational specialty areas to assist you in designing your program. Instrumentation and Controls Technician The faculty will review any nuclear technology courses whose titles do not appear on this list for Electronics their applicability as electives in the nuclear technol- Advanced Electronics ogy component. Through your choice of electives, Microprocessor Systems you may design a specialization beyond the core. Microprocessor Programming Digital Electronics Sample Nuclear Technology Electives Industrial Electronics Process Control Theory The following list represent subjects typical of Scaling (mathematical) nuclear technology electives: Metrology (instrument calibration) Reactor Operator Mechanical Technician Advanced Reactor Theory Control Systems (electromechanical) Filters and Resin Beds Instrument and Controls Heat Exchangers Nondestructive Testing Machinery Alignment Nuclear Welding Pipe Erosion/Corrosion Print Reading Pipe Supports/Constraints Radio Chemistry Precision Machine Tools and Instrumentation Reactor Control Systems Pressure Vessels and Piping Reactor Kinetics Pumps and Valves Reactor Safety–Mitigating Core Damage Steam Generators Shielding Tool Calibration Simulator Training Tube Inspection and Repair Systems (BWR, PWR) Valve Operators Transient Analysis Waste Processing (Rad and/or Industrial) 28 > www.excelsior.edu C. Laboratory Requirement: The AS degree pro- Time Limit gram requirements include a minimum of three laboratories. These must be in physics, chemistry, Because of the rapidly changing nature of technol- and radiation measurement. The Nuclear Power ogy, Excelsior College has established a time-related Prototype School (26 weeks) satisfies the radiation restriction on the application of credit from previous measurement laboratory requirement. computer- and electronics-related coursework. To meet this requirement, relevant coursework must have been III. Information Literacy Requirement completed more recently than 10 years prior to enrollment in Excelsior College. Credits in the area of nuclear Associate Degree Students are expected to demonstrate competency in materials can apply only if completed more recently Programs information literacy. See page 16 for more information than January 1970. about information literacy. AS

Credit for Navy Nuclear Power School (Enlisted)

The Excelsior College faculty has conducted a review of the Basic Nuclear Power course at the Navy

Nuclear Power School for enlisted personnel and will apply degree credits to students who have AAS completed the school’s curriculum since 1961. The credits may be applied to the requirements for the AS in Nuclear Technology degree as follows:

Credits Requirements Fulfilled

2 College Algebra Natural Sciences/Mathematics Elective 2 Trigonometry Natural Sciences/Mathematics Elective 3 Physics Physics I (without lab) 3 Physics Physics II (without lab) 3 atomic Physics Atomic Physics 3 nuclear Physics Nuclear Physics 3 Chemistry Chemistry (without lab) 2 Thermodynamics Thermodynamics 2 Radiological Fundamentals Health Physics/Radiation Protection 3 Reactor Technology Nuclear Technology Electives 3 Heat Transfer and Fluids Nuclear Technology Electives 2 nuclear Materials Nuclear Technology Electives

Credits for Operator Specialized Training

2 Machinist’s Mate Electrical Theory 2 Electronics Technician Mechanical Theory 2 Electrician’s Mate Mechanical Theory 2 Interior Communications Mechanical Theory

Associate Degree Programs in Technology 29 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College Credit for Nuclear Propulsion Plant Credit for the National Registry of Radia- Operators (Prototype) tion Protection Technologists (NRRPT)

The Excelsior College faculty has conducted a review The American Council on Education (ACE) College of the Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator courses at Credit Recommendation Service recommends the the Prototype School for enlisted personnel and will awarding of a total of 30 college credits for members apply degree credits to students who have completed accepted to the National Registry of Radiation Pro- the school’s curriculum since January 1990. The cred- tection Technologists (NRRPT) from November 1978 its may be applied to the requirements for the AS in to the present. Excelsior College recognizes the credit Nuclear Technology degree as follows: recommendations of the ACE College Credit Recom- mendation Service. Programs Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator Reactor: The Excelsior College faculty has reviewed the ACE Associate Degree Electronics Technician Rate credit recommendation toward the nuclear engineer- 3 credits in Oral Communications ing technology requirement and will award 8 of the 3 credits in Industrial Safety 30 credits in health physics/radiation protection. The 3 credits in Basic Health Physics remaining 22 credits will be applied toward the nuclear 3 credits in Introduction to Power Systems engineering technology electives. Credit will be awarded 8 credits in Reactor Systems Practicum after an official transcript is received from the NRRPT 3 credits in Troubleshooting Reactor Power Systems in Kennewick, Washington. Radiation measurement laboratory is satisfied.

Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator Electrical: Credits from training programs Electrician’s Mate Rate completed at United States Nuclear 3 credits in Oral Communications Power Plants that are accredited by the 3 credits in Industrial Safety National Academy for Nuclear Training 3 credits in Basic Health Physics 3 credits in Introduction to Power Systems The Excelsior College Technology faculty evaluated 6 credits in Electrical Systems Practicum several of the standardized training programs at nuclear 3 credits in Troubleshooting Electrical Systems power facilities that are accredited by NANT. The ten Radiation measurement laboratory is satisfied. utility training programs that have been evaluated for college credit are: Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator Mechanical: Shift Technical Advisor Machinist’s Mate Rate Senior Reactor Operator 3 credits in Oral Communications Licensed Reactor Operator 3 credits in Industrial Safety Non-licensed Reactor Operator 3 credits in Basic Health Physics Engineering Support Technician 3 credits in Introduction to Power Systems 8 credits in Mechanical Systems Practicum Radiation Protection Technician 3 credits in Troubleshooting Mechanical Systems Chemistry Technician Radiation measurement laboratory is satisfied. Electrical Maintenance Technician Instrumentation and Controls Technician Mechanical Maintenance Technician Instructor Training Note: For more information about this source of credit, please contact the School of Business and Technology.

30 > www.excelsior.edu A. Communications: At least 6 credits must be Associate in Science earned in communications, including a course (minimum of 3 credits) that satisfies the Written in Technology English Requirement (see page 16). Courses in The Associate in Science in Technology degree is speech, technical writing, or similar courses either designed for adults in industry, government, and the in written or oral communications are applicable military. Earning this degree can be a goal in itself or toward the communications requirement. can serve as an intermediate step in earning a BS in B. Humanities: At least 3 credits must be earned Technology. Within most technology fields, individuals Associate Degree

in humanities subjects other than writing. Human- Programs with AS degrees are usually employed as technicians. ities subjects include, but are not limited to, They support professionals and work in occupational literature, foreign languages, religion, philosophy, areas including field service, design, testing, manufac- art, ethics, and music. turing, and quality assurance. C. Social Sciences/history: At least 3 credits must

be earned in social sciences/history. Social sci- AS Program Outcomes ences/history subjects include, but are not limited We expect that as an Excelsior College associate-level to, political science, anthropology, economics, technology graduate you will be able to: geography, history, psychology, and sociology. D. Natural Sciences: At least 6 credits must be 1. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of nature earned in natural sciences. Some sample natural AAS with the ability to understand, measure, and pro- science courses are biology, chemistry, astronomy, vide quantitative expressions of the phenomena of oceanography, and geology. nature. A significant part of this knowledge should have been obtained from laboratory work with E. Mathematics: At least 6 credits must be earned required experimentation, observation, and accu- in mathematics at the level of college algebra or rate measurement. higher. F. Arts and Sciences Electives: The remaining 2. Apply the fundamentals of algebra, trigonometry, and higher mathematics to problem solving in tech- 6 credits needed to satisfy the 30-credit require- nology areas. ment may be earned in any area of the arts and sciences. 3. Practice good oral and written communications. A graduate should be able to produce technical II. Technology Component reports which are neat, grammatically correct, and lucid. In addition, the student should have acquired This degree program allows you to earn a technology an appreciation and understanding of our cultural degree with a specialty from one of nine technical spe- heritage, interpersonal relationships, the interrela- cialty areas. A technical specialty is a group of related tionship between technology and society, and those college-level courses within a technical component that values essential for intelligent and discerning judg- combine depth and breadth of study in a recognized ments. math/science-based technology discipline. The nine technical specialty areas are: 4. Demonstrate a working knowledge of computer usage in the technology area and develop compe- Chemical Technologies tence in at least one high-level computer language. Computer Technologies Electromechanical Technologies I. Arts and Sciences Component Electronic/Instrumentation Technologies Manufacturing Technologies The Associate in Science in Technology requires a min- Mechanical/Welding Technologies imum of 30 credits in the arts and sciences distributed Nuclear Technologies as follows: Optical Technologies Power Plant Technologies

Associate Degree Programs in Technology 31 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College The Associate in Science in Technology requires a Time Limit minimum of 30 credits in technology distributed as follows: Because of the rapidly changing nature of technology, Excelsior College has established a time-related A. Technical Specialty: At least 18 credits must be restriction on the application of credit from previ- earned in a chosen technical specialty. See pages ous computer- and electronics-related coursework. To 34 –38 for a list of sample technical specialty sub- meet this requirement, relevant coursework must have jects for each concentration. been completed more recently than 10 years prior to B. Technical Electives: A maximum of 12 credits enrollment in Excelsior College. The time limit may be in technical electives may be applied toward the appealed with verification of appropriate and current Associate in Science in Technology. See pages 34 –38 professional and/or academic experience showing that

Programs for a list of sample technical electives for each electronics/computer knowledge is current.

Associate Degree concentration. Students enrolled in the Associate in Science in Tech- nology degree program are required to complete a course or exam in computer applications or programming as part of their technical electives.

Note: Refer to pages 34–38 to review sample technical specialty and technical elective courses for each technical specialty area.

III. Information Literacy Requirement While the Associate in Science in technology degree program does not have a free elective component, students are expected to demonstrate competency in information literacy. See page 16 for more information about information literacy.

Note: When you graduate from this degree program, your diploma will state “Associate in Science in Technology” without the specialization area. However, the specialization area (e.g., manufacturing) will appear on your official transcript, which would be sent to employers and other colleges.

32 > www.excelsior.edu Chart 6

Associate in Science in Technology Associate Degree Programs Total Degree Credits Required: 61 A S AS

Technology Credit Arts and Sciences Credit Component Hours Component Hours

Technical Specialty Areas AAS Communications At least 18 credits must be earned in a (must include a course that satisfies chosen technical specialty. the 3-credit Written English Requirement) 6 See pages 34–38 for sample technical Humanities 3 specialty and technical elective subjects for Social Sciences/History 3 each specialty area. Natural Sciences 6 Chemical Technologies Mathematics Computer Technologies (at the level of College Algebra and above) 6 Electromechanical Technologies Electronic/Instrumentation Technologies Arts and Sciences Electives 6 Manufacturing Technologies Mechanical/Welding Technologies Nuclear Technologies Optical Technologies Total Arts and Sciences Component 30 Power Plant Technologies 18

Technical Electives including one course in 12 Information Literacy Requirement 1 computer applications or programming

Total Technology Component 30

Sample Technical Specialty and Technical Electives for Each Technical Specialty Area

Students enrolled in the Associate in Science in Technology and Bachelor of Science in Technology programs have the flexibility to explore a wide range of subjects in their declared specialty and the opportunity to branch out into different areas of technology education to round out the program. The following charts contain typical technical specialty subjects and technical elective subjects for each of the nine specialties. While these charts do not list all of the possible subjects, they provide a solid base upon which you can plan your educational goals. As always, it is best to speak with a member of your advising team before registering for courses.

Elective Courses Chemical Technologies Sample Specialty and

A technical discipline centered around the Typical Technical Elective Subjects design, construction, and maintenance of chemical production or environmental control facilities. Strength of Materials Pollution Control Technology Chemical Process Polymer Processing Instrumentation Plant Maintenance Typical Technical Specialty Subjects Separation Technology Technology Chemical Process Blueprint Reading Statics Chemical Unit Thermodynamics Industrial Safety Processes I Thermodynamics Chemical Reactor Technology Computer Programming Chemical Unit Fluid Processes Chemical Process Design Processes II Engineering Drawing Issues in the Engineering Economics Heat Transfer Electrical Theory Chemical Industry Environmental CAD Materials Unit Processes Instrumentation and Control

34 > www.excelsior.edu Sample Technical Specialty and Technical Electives for Each Technical Specialty Area

Computer Technologies A technical discipline centered around the design, assembly, testing, and mainte- Typical Technical Elective Subjects nance of computer circuitry and peripheral hardware. Assembly Language Computer-Based Robotics Programming Statistical Quality Control High-Level Typical Technical Specialty Subjects Control Theory Structured Language Blueprint Reading Digital Systems Design II AC Circuit Theory Database Concepts Industrial Safety Advanced Digital Electronics Applied Electronics Systems Analysis Computer Programming and Design Computer Graphics DC Circuit Theory CAD Data Communications Computer Integrated Digital Circuits Manufacturing Engineering Graphics Data Structures Microprocessors Software Engineering Computer Security Electronic Operating Systems Communications Microprocessor Interfacing Computer Architecture Computer Security Digital Systems Design I Project Management Sample Specialty and Elective Courses Electromechanical Technologies

A technical discipline centered around the combined efforts of the electrical engineer and Typical Technical Elective Subjects mechanical engineer to design, develop, and maintain devices that combine electrical, electronic, and mechanical principles in their operations. Applied Dynamics Mechanical Design

The number of technology credits should be evenly Applied Electronics Power Systems Analysis distributed between electronics/electricity technolo- Control Systems Programmable Controllers gies and mechanical technologies. Digital Signal Processing Quality Control Electromagnetics Robotics Typical Technical Specialty Subjects Electromechanical Solutions of Control Systems Engineering Problems Applied Circuit Theory Machine Components Energy Conversion Thermal Technology and Mechanisms Applied Mechanics Engineering Economics Vibration Analysis Microprocessors Digital Systems Industrial Electronics Blueprint Reading Pneumatic and Electromechanical Instrumentation Industrial Safety Hydraulic Systems Devices and Kinematics of Mechanisms CAD Mechanisms Heat Transfer Machine and Power Systems Computer Programming Electronic Devices Applied Thermodynamics Materials Technology Engineering Drawing Machine Processes

Electronic/Instrumentation Technologies

A technical discipline centered around the design, materials development, manufacture, and main- Typical Technical Elective Subjects tenance of devices that adapt and use electrical energy economically. Computer Network Analysis Linear Amplifier Design Electrical Instrumentation Power Amplifier Design

Typical Technical Specialty Subjects Electromagnetics Power Systems Analysis Electronic Design Programmable Controllers and Fabrication AC Circuit Theory Machines and Switching Circuit Design Power Systems Electronic Design Project Applied Electronics Blueprint Reading Microprocessors Electronic Systems Design DC Circuit Theory Industrial Safety Control Systems Energy Conversion Digital Circuits CAD High Frequency Data Communications Computer Programming Electronic Circuit Design Communications Computer Architecture Engineering Graphics Industrial Electronics Electronic Devices Optoelectronics

Elective Courses Typical Technical Elective Subjects

Sample Specialty and Manufacturing Technologies Strength of Materials Nontraditional Manufacturing Processes Machine Elements A technical discipline centered aroundaround thethe design,design, Manufacturing Computer Aided development, and construction ofof anan economieconomi-- Process Design cally justifiable process byby whichwhich aa productproduct willwill bebe Manufacturing Plastics Processing produced, thus bridgingbridging thethe gapgap betweenbetween productproduct Computer Control Systems design and full production. Time and Motion Study Design of Machine Elements Engineering Economics Machine Tools Blueprint Reading Typical Technical Specialty Subjects Manufacturing Analysis Industrial Safety Materials Technology II CAD Applied Thermodynamics Metrology Robotics Technology Computer Programming Fluid Systems Statics Statistical Quality Control Electrical Theory Manufacturing Machine Processes Plant Layout Processes Engineering Drawing Dynamics CNC Machine Tools Materials Technology Instrumentation Applied Dynamics Programmable Controllers Production Control Quality Control Tool Engineering

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Typical Technical Elective Subjects Mechanical/Welding Computer Aided Physical Measurements Technologies Manufacturing and Analysis Computer Control Systems Quality Control A technical discipline centered around the Design of Machine Elements Robotics Technology design, materials, production, and mainte- Energy Technology Solar Energy nance of equipment that generates, transmits, or uses power. Engineering Economics Solutions of Fluid Mechanics Engineering Problems and Hydraulics Statistical Quality Control Typical Technical Specialty Subjects Fluid Power Systems Thermal Technology Heating and Air Vibration Analysis Conditioning Technology Applied Thermodynamics Statics Blueprint Reading Heat Transfer Industrial Safety Fluid Systems Strength of Materials Internal Combustion CAD Manufacturing Heat Transfer Engine Design Processes Computer Programming Applied Dynamics Kinematics of Mechanisms Materials Technology I Electrical Theory Materials Technology II Machine Tools Mechanical Design I Electrical Drawing Mechanical Design Manufacturing Analysis Instrumentation Production Control Mechanical Design Drawing Machine Processes Mechanical Design Project Welding

Metrology Sample Specialty and Elective Courses

Nuclear Technologies Typical Technical Elective Subjects

A technical discipline centered around the Advanced Instrumentation Instrument Calibration design, materials, and maintenance associated Applied Analytical Chemistry Interaction of with radiation shielding, radiation detection Radiation with Matter instrumentation, and emergency planning Applied Health Physics II for nuclear research and power generation Applied Instrumental Metrology facilities. Analysis Quality Assurance Applied Radiation Biology Radiation Shielding II Applied Radiochemistry Reliability Analysis Typical Technical Specialty Subjects Applied Water Chemistry Blueprint Reading Corrosion Science Industrial Safety Applied Health Physics I Radiological Science Digital Electronics Computer Programming Emergency Planning Reactor Chemistry Health Physics Regulations Electrical Theory Introduction to Dynamics Industrial Electronics Welding Reactor Systems Statics Radiation Materials Instrumentation Nuclear Materials Credits toward the technical specialty in the Radiation Measurement Radiation Protection Health Physics option may be earned by passing Radiation Shielding the National Registry of Radiation Protection Electrical Theory Technologists Examination.

A technical discipline centered around the design, development, Optical Technologies manufacture, and testing of equipment for transmission of information and power-utilizing laser technology in conjunction with optical components.

Typical Technical Elective Subjects Typical Technical Specialty Subjects

Electrical Instrumentation Blueprint Reading AC Circuit Theory Electro-Optics Electromagnetics Industrial Safety Measurement DC Circuit Theory Light Sources Computer Programming Laser Applications Digital Circuits Fiber Optics CAD Control Systems Electronic Devices Fourier Optics Machine Processes Optical Design Introduction to Lasers Digital Image Processing Engineering Drawing Optical Communication Optoelectronics Quantum Electronics

ManufacturingPower Plant Typical Technical Elective Subjects Technologies Boiler Design and Operation Microprocessors

Elective Courses Turbine Design Protective Relays Sample Specialty and A technical discipline centered around the design, and Operation development,A technical discipline and construction centered aroundof an economi the design- Strength of Materials Generator callyand operationjustifiable of process conventional by which electric a product power will plants. be Electrical Distribution Design and Operation produced, thus bridging the gap between product (Plant and Switchyard) design and full production. Gas Turbine and Materials (w/Corrosion) Industrial Gas Turbine Typical Technical Specialty Subjects Design and Operation Water Chemistry Typical Technical Specialty Subjects Combined Cycle Lubrication Industrial Safety Digital Electronics Design and Operation Fuel Systems EnvironmentalApplied Thermodynamics PlantMetrology Management Diesel Engine Plant Components Compliance Design and Operation Fluid Systems InstrumentationStatics and Plant Efficiency Transformer MThermodynamicsanufacturing MControlachine S Processesystems Design and Operation Predictive Maintenance Processes AC/DC Theory and DynamicsPneumatic and Heat Transfer Preventive Maintenance MCircuitsaterials Technology Hydraulic Systems Applied Dynamics Fluids Metrology Production Control Quality Control Electronics Welding Theory and Application Blueprint Reading Electronic Instrumentation Engineering Economy

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Baccalaureate Degree Programs in Technology

Bachelor of Science You are subject to the degree requirements in effect at the time of your enrollment or pro- in Technology gram/degree transfer (program transfer refers to change from one school to another; degree The Bachelor of Science in Technology degree pro- transfer refers to changing degrees within the gram is designed to provide thorough preparation for a same school). first professional degree for technology occupations in industry, government, and the military. It is intended The faculty reserves the right to make to advance job skills by ensuring a breadth of expo- changes in curricular requirements as necessary sure to technology concepts as well as development of to reflect professional practice. Changes may a depth of understanding and skill in one of the chosen affect both enrolled and prospective students. technical specialties. It is your responsibility to keep informed of such changes. We make every effort to inform you of changes as they occur. Current infor- Program Outcomes mation about degree requirements is posted We expect that as an Excelsior College baccalaureate- on our Web site. Information about changes to level technology graduate you will be able to: degree requirements is also made available on our Web site. 1. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of nature with the ability to understand, measure, and provide quantitative expressions of the phenomena of tionship between technology and society, and those nature. values essential for intelligent and discerning judgments. 2. Apply the fundamentals of algebra, trigonometry, and higher mathematics to problem solving in tech- 4. Demonstrate a working knowledge of computer nology areas. usage in the technology area. In addition to developing competence in at least one high-level computer 3. Practice good oral and written communications. language, the graduate should be able to use the A graduate should be able to produce technical computer in technical problem solving. reports which are neat, grammatically correct, and lucid. In addition, the student should have acquired 5. Exhibit technical skills and techniques in the an appreciation and understanding of our cultural chosen Technical Specialty area. This knowledge heritage, interpersonal relationships, the interrela- should have been acquired by an appropriate combination of theory and applied problem solving.

Bachelor of Science in Technology Total Degree Credits Required: 120 B S

Arts and Sciences Credit Technology Credit Component Hours Component Hours

Communications (must include Technical Specialty Areas 3-credit Written English Requirement) 6 24 credits must be earned in one of the Humanities 3 technical specialty areas in the following list. Ethics 3 See pages 34-38 for sample technical Baccalaureate Degree Program specialty and technical elective subjects for Social Sciences/History 6 each specialty area. Humanities and Chemical Technologies Social Sciences/History Electives 6 Computer Technologies Natural Sciences 9 Electromechanical Technologies Mathematics Electronic/Instrumentation Technologies (at the level of College Algebra and above) 12 Manufacturing Technologies Mechanical/Welding Technologies Arts and Sciences Electives 15 Nuclear Technologies Optical Technologies Power Plant Technologies 24 Total Arts and Sciences Component 60 Technical Electives (must include one course 24 in computer language/programming)

Total Technology Component 15 credits must be upper level 48

Free Elective Credit Component Hours

Free Elective Component (must include 1-credit 12 Information Literacy Requirement)

40 > www.excelsior.edu I. Arts and Sciences Component Chemical Technologies Computer Technologies The Bachelor of Science in Technology requires a minimum of 60 credits in the arts and sciences dis- Electromechanical Technologies tributed as follows: Electronic/Instrumentation Technologies Manufacturing Technologies A. Communications: At least 6 credits must be Mechanical/Welding Technologies earned in communications, including a course (minimum of 3 credits) that satisfies the Written Nuclear Technologies English Requirement (see page 16). Courses in Optical Technologies speech, technical writing, or a similar course either Power Plant Technologies in written or oral communications are applicable toward the communications requirement. Note: When you graduate from this S B B. Humanities: At least 6 credits must be earned in degree program, your diploma will humanities, including a course in ethics. Humani- state “Bachelor of Science in Technology” ties subjects include, but are not limited to, without the specialization area. advanced writing, literature, foreign languages, However, the specialization area (e.g., religion, philosophy, art, and music. manufacturing) will appear on your Degree Program C. Social Sciences/history: At least 6 credits official transcript, which would be sent Baccalaureate must be earned in social sciences/history. Social to employers and graduate schools. sciences/history subjects include, but are not limited to, political science, anthropology, economics, geography, history, psychology, and sociology. The Bachelor of Science in Technology requires a minimum of 48 credits in technology distributed as D. Humanities and Social Sciences/History follows: Electives: At least 6 credits must be earned in humanities and social sciences/history electives. A. Technical Specialty: At least 24 credits must be Any of the subjects listed in communications, earned in a chosen technical specialty. See pages humanities, or social sciences/history will apply 34–38 for a list of sample technical specialty toward this requirement. subjects for each concentration. E. Natural Sciences: At least 9 credits must be B. Technical Electives: A maximum of 24 credits earned in natural sciences. Some sample natural in technical electives may be applied toward the science courses are biology, chemistry, astronomy, Bachelor of Science in Technology. One course oceanography, and geology. in computer language/programming must be completed as part of this requirement. See pages F. Mathematics: At least 12 credits must be earned 32–36 for a list of sample technical electives for in mathematics at the level of college algebra and each concentration. above. G. Arts and Sciences Electives: The remaining Note: Refer to pages 34–38 to review sam- 15 credits needed to satisfy the 60-credit require- ple technical specialty and technical elective ment may be earned in any area of the arts and courses for each technical specialty area. sciences. C. Level Requirement: Of the 48 credits required II. Technology Component for the technology component, at least 15 credits must be upper level. A course is generally con- This degree program allows you to earn a technology sidered upper-level if it is offered at the junior or degree with a specialty from one of nine technical spe- senior level and clearly not introductory in con- cialty areas. A technical specialty is a group of related tent. Courses taken at two-year institutions may college-level courses within a technical component not be used to satisfy upper-level requirements. that combine depth and breadth of study in a recog- The acceptance of coursework for credit toward nized math/science-based technology discipline. The the upper-level requirement is subject to faculty nine technical specialty areas are: review.

Baccalaureate Degree Programs in Technology 41 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College III. Free Elective Component the concepts of calculus to technical problem solving in the broad area of computer technology. The Bachelor of Science in Technology allows room for up to 12 credits in free electives. Applied to this 3. Practice good oral and written communications. component is the one credit for Excelsior College’s A graduate should be able to produce technical information literacy requirement. See page 16 for reports which are neat, grammatically correct, more information about information literacy. and lucid. In addition, the student should have acquired an appreciation and understanding of our cultural heritage, interpersonal relationships, Time Limit the interrelationship between technology and society, and those values essential for intelligent Because of the rapidly changing nature of technol- and discerning judgments. ogy, Excelsior College has established a time-related 4. Demonstrate a working knowledge of computer restriction on the application of credit from previ- usage in the computer technology area. In addi- ous computer- and electronics-related coursework. To tion to developing competence in one or more meet this requirement, relevant coursework must have high-level computer languages, the graduate been completed more recently than 10 years prior to should be able to use the computer in technical enrollment in Excelsior College. The time limit may be problem solving. appealed with verification of appropriate and current professional and/or academic experience. 5. Exhibit technical skills and techniques in electronic devices, circuit analysis, digital electronics, electronic communication, electronic Baccalaureate Degree Program Bachelor of Science in control, microprocessors, and systems analysis. This knowledge should have been acquired by an Computer Technology appropriate combination of theory, applied prob- The Bachelor of Science in Computer Technology lem solving, and laboratory experiences. degree program is designed primarily for adults 6. Design computer devices and systems by use already working in industry, government, and the mil- of established design procedures. This design itary. It is intended to enhance job skills and improve process should incorporate the use of manuals, opportunities for career advancement. The duties of handbooks, material/equipment specifications, a technologist are broad and varied, encompassing and computers where applicable. technical aspects as well as the application of engineering principles. Typical occupational areas where computer technologists are employed include system I. Arts and Sciences Component design and development, installation and mainte- This distribution requirement ensures basic college- nance, applications, and sales. level competence in three arts and sciences areas: humanities, social sciences/history, and natural sci- Program Outcomes ences/mathematics. We expect that as an Excelsior College baccalaureate- A. Humanities and Social Sciences/History: level computer technology graduate you will be able At least 24 credits must be earned in the humani- to: ties and social sciences/history and distributed as follows: 1. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of nature with the ability to understand, measure, and pro- 1. Communications: At least 9 credits must be vide quantitative expressions of the phenomena earned in communications courses, includ- of nature. A significant part of this knowledge ing a course (minimum 3 credits) that satisfies should have been obtained from laboratory work the Written English Requirement (see page with required experimentation, observation, and 16). Courses in speech, written composition, accurate measurement. technical writing, or similar courses in either written or oral communications are applicable 2. Apply the fundamentals of algebra, trigonometry, toward the communications requirement. and higher mathematics to problem solving in electronics areas. Graduates should be able to apply 2. Ethics: At least 3 credits must be earned in ethics.

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Bachelor of Science in Computer Technology Total Degree Credits Required: 124 B S S B

Arts and Sciences Credit Computer Technology Credit Component Hours Component* Hours

Communications (must include 3-credit Core Requirements Degree Program Written English Requirement) 9 Circuit Theory I Baccalaureate Ethics 3 Circuit Theory II Electronics I Social Sciences/History 6 Electronics II Humanities and Digital Electronics Social Sciences/History Electives 6 Microprocessors Mathematics and Natural Sciences Systems mathematics Electronic Communications (minimum of 12 credits Computer Languages (two required) at the level of College Algebra and Computer Technology Electives 24 above including Calculus I and II) natural Sciences Total Technology Component (must include Physics I and Physics II 48 and at least one physics lab) 16 credits must be upper level Arts and Sciences Electives 12

Total Arts and Sciences Component 60

* Seven technology laboratories Free Elective Credit are required (minimum of four Component Hours from core subjects). Free Elective Component (must include 1-credit 16 Information Literacy Requirement)

Baccalaureate Degree Programs in Technology 43 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College 3. Social Sciences/History: At least 6 credits in any of the languages listed for the Infor- must be earned in subjects such as sociology, mation Technology degrees. One must be a economics, history, psychology, and anthropol- high-level structured language.) ogy. B. Computer Technology Electives: You may 4. Humanities and Social Sciences/His- select electives from the following list to satisfy tory Electives: The remaining 6 credits the 48-credit requirement. The faculty will review may be earned in any combination of social any course not on this list for its applicability as an sciences/history subjects and humanities sub- elective in the computer technology component. jects. Humanities subjects include, but are By choosing electives carefully, you may design a not limited to, advanced writing, literature, specialization beyond the core. foreign languages, religion, philosophy, art, Computer Technology Electives and music. Advanced Digital Electronics B. Mathematics: At least 12 credits must be earned CAD/CAM in math at the level of college algebra and above Computer Graphics and include Calculus I and Calculus II. Courses Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) in differential equations and discrete math are Computer Languages (Software) highly recommended. Computer Systems (Hardware) Database Concepts C. Natural Sciences: At least 12 credits must be Data Communications (Hardware) earned in natural sciences including Physics I, Electrical Drafting Physics II, and at least one physics lab. Chemistry Electromechanical Systems Baccalaureate

Degree Program is highly recommended. Other natural sciences Electronic Measurements subjects include, but are not limited to, biology Microprocessor Interfacing and geology. Microprocessor Systems Operating Environment D. Arts and Sciences Electives: The remaining 12 Reliability/Maintainability credits needed to satisfy the 60-credit requirement Robotics (Computer-Based) may be earned in any arts and sciences subjects. Special Problems (Project/Design) Software Engineering II. Computer Technology Component Statistical Quality Control Systems Troubleshooting/Debugging/ The computer technology component ensures col- Analysis Maintenance lege-level competence in the major functional areas of computer technology. C. Laboratory Requirement: The BS in Computer Technology degree program requires at least eight A. Core Requirements: The following core require- laboratories. One physics laboratory is required ments must be completed: in the natural sciences/mathematics area, and Circuit Theory I the remaining seven must be in the computer Circuit Theory II technology component. Of these seven, four must Electronics I be related to the computer technology core content areas, excluding computer programming. Electronics II The remaining three laboratories may be in any Digital Electronics computer technology component subjects, either Microprocessors core courses or electives, excluding computer laboratories. Electronic Communications Systems (The systems core requirement may D. Level Requirement: Of the 48 credits required be satisfied by completing coursework for the computer technology component, at least in computer architecture, microprocessor 16 must be upper level and primarily in the com- systems, or computer systems.) puter area. A course is generally considered upper level if it is offered at the junior or senior level and Computer Languages—two required clearly not introductory in content. Courses taken (The computer languages core requirement at two-year institutions may not be used to sat- may be satisfied with credits from coursework

44 > www.excelsior.edu isfy upper-level requirements. The acceptance of coursework credit toward the upper-level require- Bachelor of Science ment is subject to faculty approval. in Electronics III. Free Elective Component Engineering Technology The computer technology degree program is designed An individual who has a Bachelor of Science in Elec- to allow room for up to 16 credits from free electives. tronics Engineering Technology degree is typically Applied to this component is the one credit for our employed as an electronics technologist. The duties information literacy requirement. See page 16 for of a technologist are broad and varied, encompassing more information about information literacy. technical aspects as well as the application of engi- You may earn the remaining 15 credits in any field neering principles. Typical occupational areas where of college study, including professional or technical electronics technologists are employed include prod S - B subjects, as well as in the arts and sciences. Credit is uct design and development, manufacturing, field not granted for physical education activity courses. engineering, systems supervision, and quality assurance. The baccalaureate degree program in electronics Time Limit engineering technology is accredited by the Tech- Degree Program nology Accreditation Commission (TAC) of the Baccalaureate Because of the rapidly changing nature of technol- Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology ogy, Excelsior College has established a time-related (ABET). TAC of ABET is a specialized accrediting restriction on the application of credit from previous agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Educa- computer- and electronics-related coursework. To meet tion. this requirement, relevant coursework must have been completed more recently than 10 years prior to enrollment in Excelsior College except Circuit Theory I and Program Outcomes Circuit Theory II. Please note that course content in We expect that as an Excelsior College baccalaureate- these areas is subject to faculty approval. The time level electronics engineering technology graduate you limit may be appealed with verification of appropriate will be able to: and current professional and/or academic experience. 1. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of natural sciences including physics. Credit for ICCP and Vendor Examinations 2. Demonstrate the ability to understand, measure, and provide quantitative expressions of natural If you have taken examinations through the Institute science phenomena, including experimentation, for Certification of Computing Professionals (ICCP) observation, and accurate measurement. or certain vendors (e.g., Microsoft, CompTIA, and Novell), please contact a technology advisor about 3. Apply the fundamentals of algebra, trigonometry, the possibility of receiving college-level credit toward and calculus to problem solving in electronics your degree requirements. technology areas. 4. Make technical presentations in English using language appropriate to the audience. Second Degree Restrictions 5. Demonstrate proficiency in the written commu- Because of the similar core requirements in electron- nication of technical information using standard ics and computer technology, no student is permitted English. to earn both a BS in Electronics Engineering Technol- ogy and a BS in Computer Technology from Excelsior 6. Demonstrate a working knowledge of computer College. If you already hold a baccalaureate degree usage, including knowledge of one or more com- in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or puter languages and documentation of the use computer systems technology from another institu- of one or more computer software packages for tion, you will not subsequently be awarded either the technical problem solving appropriate to the elec- BS in Electronics Engineering Technology or BS in tronics technology discipline. Computer Technology by Excelsior College.

Baccalaureate Degree Programs in Technology 45 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College 7. Exhibit technical competency in electronics, 4. Humanities and Social Sciences/History circuit analysis, digital electronics, electronic Electives: The remaining 6 credits may be communications, microprocessors, and systems. earned in any combination of social sciences/ history subjects and humanities subjects. 8. Integrate knowledge of the functional areas of Humanities subjects include but are not limited electronics technology. to advanced writing, literature, foreign lan- 9. Demonstrate the ability to analyze, apply design guages, religion, philosophy, art, and music. concepts, and implement systems as appropriate B. Mathematics: At least 12 credits must be earned to electronics technology. in math at the level of College Algebra and above 10. Participate effectively in groups, and apply project and include Calculus I, Calculus II, and Differen- management techniques as appropriate to com- tial Equations. plete assignments. C. Natural Sciences: At least 12 credits must be 11. Demonstrate an ability to understand professional, earned in natural sciences and include Physics I, ethical, and social responsibilities, including the Physics II, and at least one physics lab. Chemistry impacts of culture, diversity, and interpersonal is highly recommended. Other natural sciences relations. subjects include, but are not limited to, biology and geology. 12. Demonstrate a commitment and ability to continue to engage in lifelong learning. D. Arts and Sciences Electives: The remaining 12 credits needed to satisfy the 60-credit requirement 13. Demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, may be earned in any arts and sciences subjects.

Baccalaureate and continuous improvement. Degree Program II. Electronics Engineering I. Arts and Sciences Component Technology Component The distribution requirement ensures basic college- The electronics engineering technology component level competence in three arts and sciences areas: ensures college-level competence in the major func- humanities, social sciences/history, and natural sci- tional areas of electronics engineering technology. ences/mathematics. A. Core Requirements: The following core require- A. Humanities and Social Sciences/History: ments must be completed: At least 24 credits must be earned in the humani- Circuit Theory I ties and social sciences/history and distributed as follows: Circuit Theory II Electronics I 1. Communications: At least 9 credits must be earned in communications courses, includ- Electronics II ing a course (minimum 3 credits) that satisfies Digital Electronics the Written English Requirement (see page Microprocessors 16). Courses in speech, written composition, Electronic Communications technical writing, or similar courses in either written or oral communications are applicable Systems (The systems core requirement toward the communications requirement. may be satisfied with credits from coursework in any of the following subjects: computer 2. Ethics: At least 3 credits must be earned in architecture, microprocessor systems, elec- ethics. tromechanical systems, computer systems, 3. Social Sciences/History: At least 6 credits control systems, communications systems, must be earned in subjects such as sociology, microprocessor systems, digital systems, or economics, history, psychology, and anthro- microprocessor-based robotics.) pology. Computer Programming (The computer programming core requirement may be satisfied with credits from coursework in any of the languages listed for the information technology degree, with the exception of COBOL.)

46 > www.excelsior.edu Integrated Technology Assessment Introduction to Lasers (All BS in Electronics Engineering Technol- Laser Applications ogy students must complete our ELEC 495: Light Sources and Wave Optics Integrated Technology Assessment course. Microelectronics This is an online portfolio development experi- Microprocessor-Based Robotics ence that requires students to reflect on their Microprocessor Systems past academic and professional experiences Microwave Communications and use the information gained to develop Microwave Devices learning statements related to the Electron- Network Analysis ics Engineering Technology degree program Opto-Electronics outcomes. These learning statements must be Power Generation supported by documented evidence demon- Robotics

strating that the outcomes have been met.) Satellite Communications S B Servomechanisms B. Electronics Engineering Technology Elec- Special Problems (Project/Design) tives: You may select electives from the following Systems Troubleshooting list to apply towards your Electronics Engineering Telecommunications Technology Component. The electives currently

Transmission and Distribution Systems accepted toward the electronics engineering tech- Degree Program

Video Systems Baccalaureate nology component are placed in two categories. You may select either all or a majority of electives Computer Electives from the electronics electives list. The computer CAD/CAM electives list is relevant for you if you choose to CIM supplement your electronics technology back- Computer Graphics ground with computer technology coursework. Computer Languages (Software) However, you must select the majority of the Computer Systems (Hardware) electronics engineering technology component Electromechanical Systems electives from the electronics electives list. The Reliability/Maintainability faculty will review any course not on this list for Robotics (Computer-Based) its applicability as an elective in the technology Statistical Quality Control component. By choosing electives carefully, you Technical Instruction (Techniques) may design a specialization beyond the core. C. Laboratory Requirement: The BS degree Electronics Electives program requirements include at least eight labo- Advanced Communications ratories. Of those eight, one physics laboratory is Advanced Digital Electronics required in the natural sciences/mathematics area Advanced Electronics and the remaining seven must be in the electron- Antennas ics engineering technology component. Of those Communications Systems seven, four must be related to the electronics engi- Computer Architecture neering technology core content areas, excluding Computer Systems computer programming. The remaining three Control Systems laboratories may be in any technology component Data Communications (Hardware) subjects, either core courses or electives, excluding Digital Process Control computer labs. Digital Systems Electrical Drafting D. Level Requirement: Of the 48 credits required Electrical Machines for the electronics engineering technology compo- Electromechanical Systems nent, at least 16 must be upper level and primarily Electro-Optics in the electronics area. A course is generally con- Electro-Optics Measurement sidered upper level if it is offered at the junior Electronic Devices or senior level and clearly not introductory in con- Electronic Measurements tent. Courses taken at two-year institutions may Fiber Optics not be used to satisfy upper-level requirements. Industrial/Power Electronics The acceptance of coursework for credit toward Instrumentation (Test Equipment) the upper-level requirement is subject to faculty approval.

Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology Total Degree Credits Required: 124 B S

Arts and Sciences Credit Electronics Engineering Credit Component Hours Technology Component* Hours

Communications (must include 3-credit Core Requirements Written English Requirement) 9 Circuit Theory I Ethics 3 Circuit Theory II Social Sciences/History 6 Electronics I Electronics II Baccalaureate Degree Program Humanities and Digital Electronics Social Sciences/History Electives 6 Microprocessors Mathematics and Natural Sciences Electronic Communications mathematics Systems Computer Programming (minimum of 12 credits at the level of Integrated Technology Assessment College Algebra and above including 24 Calculus I and II and Differential Equations) Electronics Engineering Technology Electives natural Sciences (must include Physics I and Physics II and at least one physics lab) Total Technology Component 48 Arts and Sciences Electives 12 16 credits must be upper level

Total Arts and Sciences Component 60 * Seven technology laboratories are required (minimum of four from core subjects). Free Elective Credit Component Hours

Free Elective Component (must include 1-credit 16 Information Literacy Requirement)

48 > www.excelsior.edu III. Free Elective Component ing, or computer systems technology from another institution, you will not subsequently be awarded The electronics engineering technology degree pro- either the BS in Electronics Engineering Technology gram is designed to allow room for up to 16 credits or BS in Computer Technology by Excelsior College. from free electives. Applied to this component is the one credit for our information literacy requirement. See page 16 for more information about information Bachelor of Science in literacy. You may earn the remaining 15 credits in any field Information Technology of college study, including professional or technical subjects, as well as in the arts and sciences. Credit is not granted for physical education activity courses. Program Outcomes

We expect that as an Excelsior College baccalaureate- S B level Information Technology graduate you will be Course Materials Policy able to:

The faculty requires that students submit course mate- 1. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of computer architecture, object oriented programming, rials for all math, science, and technology component

database concepts, data communications, oper- Degree Program

courses. Course materials should include graded home- Baccalaureate work, quizzes, tests, lab reports, papers, and other ating systems, computer security, and project student work as appropriate. Course outlines/syllabi management. should be included as well. This material is required by 2. Apply the fundamentals of algebra, trigonometry, TAC of ABET (Technology Accreditation Commis- and higher mathematics to problem solving in sion of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and information technology and systems applications. Technology) for curriculum review and accreditation Graduates should be able to apply the concepts of purposes. Once we have received your transcript indi- discrete mathematics to technical problem solving cating completion of a course and the corresponding in the broad area of information technology. student work materials, credit for the course will be added to your Status Report. 3. Practice good oral and written communications. A graduate should be able to produce technical reports that are neat, grammatically correct, Time Limit and lucid. In addition, the student should have acquired an appreciation and understanding of Because of the rapidly changing nature of technol- our cultural heritage, interpersonal relationships, ogy, Excelsior College has established a time-related the interrelationship between technology and restriction on the application of credit from previous society, and those values essential for intelligent computer- and electronics-related coursework. To meet and discerning judgments. this requirement, relevant coursework must have been 4. Demonstrate a working knowledge of computer completed more recently than 10 years prior to enroll- usage in the information technology area. In addi- ment in Excelsior College except Circuit Theory I and tion to developing competence in one or more Circuit Theory II. Please note that course content in high-level computer languages, the graduate these areas is subject to faculty approval. The time should be able to use the computer in technical limit may be appealed with verification of appropriate problem solving. and current professional and/or academic experience. 5. Build on the foundation of the Information Tech- nology core sequence of courses in order to apply Second Degree Restrictions the concepts and skills of one of several possible areas of concentration to contemporary organi- Because of the very similar core requirements in zational information technology needs. Areas electronics and computer technology, no student is of concentration include information security, permitted to earn both a BS in Electronics Engineering network management, object-oriented software Technology and a BS in Computer Technology from development, and video game and simulation Excelsior College. If you already hold a baccalaureate development. degree in electrical engineering, computer engineer-

Baccalaureate Degree Programs in Technology 49 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College I. Arts and Sciences Component B. Concentration Requirements: One of the following 7 concentrations must be declared. The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology See the chart on the following page for specific requires a minimum of 60 credits in the arts and requirements for each Information Technology sciences distributed as follows: concentration: A. Written English: At least 3 credits must come Information Security from a course that satisfies the Written English Network Management Requirement (see page 16). Object-Oriented Software Development B. Humanities: At least 9 credits must be earned in Video Game and Simulation Development humanities to include a course in Ethics. Humani- General Option ties subjects include, but are not limited to: advanced writing, literature, foreign languages, Information Technology religion, philosophy, art, and music. Concentration Requirements C. Social Sciences/history: At least 9 credits must All BS in Information Technology students must be earned in social sciences/history. Social sci- complete our IT 495: Integrated Technology ences/history subjects include, but are not limited Assessment course. This is an online portfolio to: political science, anthropology, psychology, development experience that requires students to sociology, economics, geography, and history. reflect on their past academic and professional experiences and use the information gained D. Natural Sciences/Mathematics: At least 12 to develop learning statements related to the credits must be earned in natural sciences/ Information Technology degree program outcomes. Baccalaureate Degree Program mathematics and include a course in discrete These learning statements must be supported mathematics and one course from the following by documented evidence demonstrating that the list: outcomes have been met. Calculus I Statistics and Probability Information Security (minimum of 15 credits) Quantitative Methods Network Security Finite Math Web Security Mathematical Logic Computer Forensics Information Assurance Management Some sample natural science subjects are: biology, Integrated Technology Assessment chemistry, geology, physics, and genetics. E. Arts and Sciences Electives: A maximum of Network Management (minimum of 15 credits) 27 credits may be earned. Advanced Networking Network Operating Systems II. Information Technology Component Wireless Technology Telecommunication Management The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Integrated Technology Assessment requires a minimum of 45 credits in the area of information technology distributed as follows: Object-Oriented Software Development (minimum of 15 credits) A. Core Requirements: The following core requirements must be met: Advanced Object-Oriented Programming I Advanced Object-Oriented Programming II Computer Architecture/Assembly Language Data Structures and Algorithms Object-Oriented Programming Software Systems Analysis and Design Database Concepts Integrated Technology Assessment Data Communications and Networking Operating Systems Overview of Computer Security Project Management

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Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Total Degree Credits Required: 120 Credits B S S B

Arts and Sciences Information Technology

Credit Component Hours Component Degree Program Baccalaureate

Written English Requirement 3 Core Requirements Ethics 3 All 7 core requirement must be met: Computer Architecture Humanities 6 Object-Oriented Programming Social Sciences/History 9 Database Concepts Natural Sciences/Math (must include Data Communications and Networking Discrete Math and one course from the Operating Systems following: Calculus I, Statistics and Probability, Overview of Computer Security Quantitative Methods, Finite Math, or Project Management Mathematical Logic) 12 Concentration Requirements 27 Arts and Sciences Electives One of the following concentrations must max. be declared (see pages 50 and 52 for concentration requirements): Information Security Total Arts and Sciences Component 60 Network Management Object-Oriented Software Development Video Game and Simulation Development General Option Note: Each concentration requires the completion of IT 495: Integrated Free Elective Credit Technology Assessment Component Hours

Free Elective Component Total Technology Component (must include 1-credit Information 15 45 Literacy Requirement) 15 credits must be upper level

Baccalaureate Degree Programs in Technology 51 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College Video Game and Simulation Development Credit for Vendor Examinations (Courses to be taken through the Game Institute™.) (minimum of 15 credits) Excelsior College awards credit for certain exami- Advanced C++ Programming for nations from vendors such as Microsoft, CompTIA, Game Developers Novell, Cisco, Sun, ORACLE, SAS and ICCP. Please Graphics Programming with DirectX9 contact a technology advisor about the possibil- Advanced Graphics Programming with DirectX9 ity of getting college-level credit toward your degree Graphics Programming with OpenGL requirements. Artificial Intelligence Integrated Technology Assessment Game Institute™ Courses General Option Students who are interested in the Video Game and Integrated Technology Assessment Simulation Development concentration must com- Approved IT Electives plete their concentration requirements through the Game Institute™. For more information about these C. Level Requirement: Of the 45 credits required courses, please visit the Game Institute™ Web site at: for the information technology component, at www.gameinstitute.com. least 15 must be upper level. No upper-level credit is awarded for introductory coursework in computer languages. A course is generally considered Time Limit upper level if it is offered at the junior or senior level Baccalaureate Degree Program and clearly not introductory in content. Courses Because of the rapidly changing nature of technol- taken at two-year institutions may not be used to ogy, Excelsior College has established a time-related satisfy upper-level requirements. The acceptance restriction on the application of credit from previ- of coursework for credit toward the upper-level ous computer- and electronics-related coursework. requirement is subject to faculty review. To meet this requirement, relevant coursework must have been completed more recently than 10 years III. Free Elective Component prior to enrollment in Excelsior College. This may not be appealed. The Bachelor of Science in Technology The Bachelor of Science in Information Technol- with a Computer Technologies specialty has a time ogy allows room for up to 15 credits in free electives. limit that may be appealed. Applied to this component is the one credit for Excel- sior College’s Information Literacy Requirement. See page 16 for more information about information Course Materials Policy literacy. You may earn the remaining 14 credits in any field The faculty requires that students submit course mate- of college study, including professional or technical rials for all math and technology component courses. subjects as well as in the arts and sciences. Credit is Course materials should include graded homework, not granted for physical education activity courses. quizzes, tests, lab reports, papers, and other student work as appropriate. Course outlines/syllabi should be included as well. This material is required by TAC of Programming Language Cap ABET (Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) The College has placed a 9-credit cap on introductory for curriculum review and accreditation purposes. Once programming language courses in the information we have received your transcript indicating completion technology component, which includes the following of a course and the corresponding student work mate- languages: rials, credit for the course will be added to your Status Report. COBOL JAVA PYTHON C C++ C#

No upper-level credit is awarded for coursework in introductory computer languages.

52 > www.excelsior.edu nical problem solving appropriate to the nuclear Bachelor of Science technology discipline. in Nuclear Engineering 7. Exhibit technical competency in electrical theory, nuclear and engineering materials, health physics/ radiation protection, reactor core fundamentals, Technology plant systems, heat transfer, fluids, and radiation The Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Tech- measurement lab. nology degree is designed primarily for employees of the nuclear industry and the military. This program 8. Demonstrate comprehension of radiation protec- emphasizes practical applications of engineering tion procedures; currently applicable rules and principles as they relate to the nuclear industry. It is regulations; maintenance, control and quality intended to equip people to perform competently in assurance; and a commitment to quality, timeli- occupational areas such as reactor operations, health ness, and continuous improvement. S B physics, quality assurance, chemical technology, and 9. Integrate knowledge of the functional areas of instrumentation and control technology as well as nuclear engineering technology in the operation related areas in the nuclear technology field. You can and maintenance of nuclear systems. develop an individualized program to meet your needs as a professional within the nuclear technology field. 10. Demonstrate the ability to apply design concepts, Degree Program The baccalaureate degree program in nuclear engi- creativity, balance, accuracy, and confidence Baccalaureate neering technology is accredited by the Technology limits through the understanding of the relation- Accreditation Commission (TAC) of the Accredita- ship between design and the operation of nuclear tion Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). systems. TAC of ABET is a specialized accrediting agency 11. Participate effectively in groups. recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. 12. Demonstrate an ability to understand professional, ethical, and social responsibilities, including the Program Outcomes impacts of culture, diversity, and interpersonal We expect that as an Excelsior College baccalaureate- relations. level nuclear engineering technology graduate you 13. Demonstrate a commitment and ability to con- will be able to: tinue to engage in lifelong learning. 1. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of natural sciences including physics, chemistry, thermody- I. Arts and Sciences Component namics, atomic physics, and nuclear physics. This distribution requirement ensures basic college- 2. Demonstrate the ability to understand, measure, level competence in three arts and sciences areas: and provide quantitative expressions of natural humanities, social sciences/history, and natural science phenomena, including experimentation, sciences/mathematics. observation, and accurate measurement. A. Humanities and Social Sciences: At least 3. Apply the fundamentals of algebra, trigonometry, 24 credits must be earned in the humanities and and calculus to problem solving in nuclear tech- social sciences and distributed as follows: nology areas. 1. Communications: At least 9 credits must be 4. Make technical presentations in English using earned in communications courses, includ- language appropriate to the audience. ing a course (minimum 3 credits) that satisfies 5. Demonstrate proficiency in the written commu- the Written English Requirement (see page nication of technical information using standard 16). Courses in speech, written composition, English. technical writing, or similar courses in either written or oral communications are applicable 6. Demonstrate a working knowledge of computer toward the communications requirement. usage, including knowledge of one or more computer languages or documentation of the use of 2. Ethics: At least 3 credits must be earned in one or more computer software packages for tech- ethics.

Baccalaureate Degree Programs in Technology 53 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College 3. Social Sciences/History: At least 6 credits experiences and use the information gained must be earned in such subjects as sociology, to develop learning statements related to economics, history, psychology, and anthropol- the Nuclear Engineering Technology degree ogy. program outcomes. These learning statements must be supported by documented evidence 4. Humanities and Social Sciences/His- demonstrating that the outcomes have tory Electives: The remaining 6 credits been met.) may be earned in any combination of social sciences/history subjects and humanities sub- B. Nuclear Engineering Technology Electives: jects. Humanities subjects include, but are You may apply electives from the following list not limited to, advanced writing, literature, toward completion of the 48-credit requirement foreign languages, religion, philosophy, art, of the technology component. They have been and music. categorized in occupational specialty areas to assist you in designing your program. The faculty B. Mathematics: At least 12 credits must be earned will review any nuclear engineering technology in math at the level of College Algebra and above courses whose titles do not appear on this list for and include Calculus I and Calculus II. their applicability as electives in the nuclear engi- C. Natural Sciences: At least 12 credits must be neering technology component. Through your earned in natural sciences and include Chemistry choice of electives, you may design a specializa- with lab, Physics I, Physics II (at least one physics tion beyond the core. lab), Atomic Physics, Nuclear Physics, and Ther- modynamics. Reactor Operator Baccalaureate

Degree Program Advanced Reactor Theory D. Arts and Sciences Electives: The remaining 12 Control Systems (electromechanical) credits needed to satisfy the 60-credit requirement Instruments and Controls may be earned in any arts and sciences subjects. Nondestructive Testing Nuclear Welding II. Nuclear Engineering Print Reading Technology Component Radio Chemistry Reactor Safety: Mitigating Core Damage A. Core Requirement: The nuclear engineering Reactor Kinetics technology component ensures basic college-level Reactor Control Systems competence in the major functional areas of nuclear Shielding engineering technology. Simulator Training The following core requirements must be Systems (BWR, PWR) completed: Transient Analysis Electrical Theory Quality Assurance Technician Computer Applications Codes and Standards Materials Computer Systems Nuclear Materials Computer Programming Health Physics/Radiation Protection Database Management Radiation Measurement Lab Engineering Drawing/Blueprint Reading Measurements Plant Systems Overview Probabilistic Reliability Analysis Reactor Core Fundamentals Quality Assurance/Quality Control Fluids Regulations Heat Transfer Technical Specifications Integrated Technology Assessment Requirement (All BS in Nuclear Engineering Health Physics Technologist Technology students must complete our Advanced Instrumentation NUC 495: Integrated Technology Assessment Emergency Planning course. This is an online portfolio develop- Instrument Calibration ment experience that requires students to Radiation Biology reflect on their past academic and professional Radiation Effects/Interaction with Matter

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Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology

Total Degree Credits Required: 124 B S S B Arts and Sciences Credit Nuclear Engineering Component Hours Technology Component* Degree Program

Communications (must include 3-credit Written Core Requirements Baccalaureate English Requirement) 9 Electrical Theory Ethics 3 Computer Applications Social Sciences/History 6 Materials Nuclear Materials Humanities and Health Physics/Radiation Protection Social Sciences/History Electives 6 Radiation Measurement Lab Mathematics and Natural Sciences Plant Systems Overview mathematics Reactor Core Fundamentals (at least 12 credits at the level of Fluids College Algebra and above to include Heat Transfer Calculus I and II) Integrated Technology Assessment 24 natural Sciences Nuclear Engineering Technology Electives (must include Chemistry with lab, Physics I and II with at least one physics lab, Atomic Physics, Nuclear Total Technology Component Physics, and Thermodynamics) 48 16 credits must be upper level Arts and Sciences Electives 12

Total Arts and Sciences Component 60 * Five labs are required (chemistry, physics, radiation measurement, and two additional in natural Free Elective Credit sciences and/or nuclear Hours Component engineering technology subjects).

Free Elective Component (must include 1-credit 16 Information Literacy Requirement)

Baccalaureate Degree Programs in Technology 55 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College Chemistry Technician those offered by the Navy Nuclear Power School. Analytical Chemistry The acceptance of courses toward the upper-level Advanced Computer Analysis (Chemistry) requirement is subject to faculty review. Corrosion Chemistry Instrumental Analysis (methods) III. Free Elective Component Physical Chemistry Radiochemistry The nuclear engineering technology degree program Water Chemistry is designed to allow room for up to 16 credits from free electives. Applied to this component is the one credit Instrumentation and Controls Technician for our Information Literacy Requirement. See page Advanced Electronics 16 for more information about information literacy. Computer Languages You may earn the remaining 15 credits in any field Computer Systems of college study, including professional or techni- Data Base Concepts cal subjects and the arts and sciences. Credit is not Digital Electronics granted for physical education activity courses. Electronics Industrial Electronics Metrology (instrument calibration) Course Materials Policy Microprocessor Programming Microprocessor Systems The faculty requires that students submit course mate- Process Control Theory rials for all math, science, and technology component Scaling (mathematical) courses. Course materials should include graded home- Baccalaureate Degree Program Digital Process Control work, quizzes, tests, lab reports, papers, and other student work as appropriate. Course outlines/syllabi Mechanical Technician should be included as well. This material is required by Filters and Resin Beds TAC of ABET (Technology Accreditation Commis- Heat Exchangers sion of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Machinery Alignment Technology) for curriculum review and accreditation Pipe Erosion/Corrosion purposes. Once we have received your transcript indi- Pipe Supports/Constraints cating completion of a course and the corresponding Precision Machine Tools and Instrumentation student work materials, credit for the course will be Pressure Vessels and Piping added to your Status Report. Pumps and Valves Steam Generators Tool Calibration Time Limit Tube Inspection and Repair Valve Operators Because of the rapidly changing nature of technol- Waste Processing (Rad and/or Industrial) ogy, Excelsior College has established a time-related C. Laboratory Requirement: Your BS degree pro- restriction on the application of credit from previous gram must include a minimum of five laboratories. computer- and electronics-related coursework. To meet Three of these must be in physics, chemistry, and this requirement, relevant coursework must have been radiation measurement. The remaining two may completed more recently than 10 years prior to enroll- be in the natural sciences or in nuclear engineering ment in Excelsior College. To apply course credit from technology subjects. the nuclear materials area, you must have completed relevant coursework more recently than January D. Level Requirement: Of the 48 credits required 1970. for the nuclear engineering technology component, at least 16 must be upper level. A course is generally considered upper level if it is offered at the junior or senior level and is clearly not introductory in content. Courses taken at two-year institutions cannot be used to satisfy upper-level requirements. Upper- level credit is not given for Navy Enlisted Ratings or military service school courses with the exception of

56 > www.excelsior.edu Credit for the National Registry of Radia- The Excelsior College faculty has reviewed the tion Protection Technologists (NRRPT) ACE credit recommendation toward the nuclear engineering technology requirement and will award The American Council on Education (ACE) College 8 of the 30 credits toward the upper level in health Credit Recommendation Service recommends the physics/radiation protection. The remaining 22 awarding of a total of 30 college credits for mem- credits will be applied toward the nuclear engineering bers accepted to the National Registry of Radiation technology electives. Credit will be awarded after an Protection Technologists (NRRPT) from November official transcript is received from the NRRPT in 1978 to the present. Excelsior College recognizes the Kennewick, Washington. credit recommendations of the ACE College Credit Recommendation Service. S B

Credit for Navy Nuclear Power School (Enlisted) Degree Program The Excelsior College faculty has conducted their own review of the Basic Nuclear Power course at the Baccalaureate Navy Nuclear Power School for enlisted personnel and will apply degree credits to students who have completed the school’s curriculum since 1961. The application of this credit to the requirements for the BS in Nuclear Technology degree is as follows:

Credits Requirements Fulfilled

2 College Algebra Natural Sciences/Mathematics Elective 2 Trigonometry Natural Sciences/Mathematics Elective 3 Physics Physics I (without lab) 3 Physics Physics II (without lab) 3 atomic Physics Atomic Physics 3 nuclear Physics Nuclear Physics 3 Chemistry Chemistry (without lab) 2 Thermodynamics Thermodynamics 2 Radiological Fundamentals Health Physics/Radiation Protection 3 Reactor Technology Nuclear Technology Electives 3 Heat Transfer and Fluids Heat Transfer and Fluids 2 nuclear Materials Nuclear Materials

Credits for Operator Specialized Training

2 Machinist’s Mate Electrical Theory 2 Electronics Technician Mechanical Theory 2 Electrician’s Mate Mechanical Theory 2 Interior Communications Mechanical Theory

Baccalaureate Degree Programs in Technology 57 © 2006, 2007 Excelsior College Credit for Nuclear Propulsion Credits from training programs completed Plant Operators (Prototype) at United States Nuclear Power Plants that are accredited by the National The Excelsior College faculty has conducted their Academy for Nuclear Training own review of the Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator courses at the Prototype School for enlisted person- The Excelsior College Technology faculty evaluated nel and will apply degree credits to students who have several of the standardized training programs at completed the school’s curriculum since January 1990. nuclear power facilities that are accredited by NANT. The application of this credit to the requirements for The ten utility training programs that have been eval- the BS in Nuclear Technology degree is as follows: uated for college credit are: Shift Technical Advisor Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator Reactor: Electronics Technician Rate Senior Reactor Operator Reactor Operator 3 credits in Oral Communications Non-licensed Reactor Operator 3 credits in Industrial Safety Engineering Support Technician 3 credits in Basic Health Physics 3 credits in Introduction to Power Systems Radiation Protection Technician 8 credits in Reactor Systems Practicum Chemistry Technician 3 credits in Troubleshooting Reactor Power Systems Electrical Maintenance Technician Radiation measurement laboratory is satisfied. Instrumentation and Controls Technician Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Baccalaureate Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator Electrical: Degree Program Instructor Training Electrician’s Mate Rate 3 credits in Oral Communications Note: For more information about this source 3 credits in Industrial Safety of credit, please contact the School of Business 3 credits in Basic Health Physics and Technology. 3 credits in Introduction to Power Systems 6 credits in Electrical Systems Practicum 3 credits in Troubleshooting Electrical Systems Radiation measurement laboratory is satisfied.

Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator Mechanical: Machinist’s Mate Rate 3 credits in Oral Communications 3 credits in Industrial Safety 3 credits in Basic Health Physics 3 credits in Introduction to Power Systems 8 credits in Mechanical Systems Practicum 3 credits in Troubleshooting Mechanical Systems Radiation measurement laboratory is satisfied.

Note: Because of the time limit on content, the nuclear materials requirement is not satisfied if the power school coursework was completed prior to 1970. See the time limit section of the nuclear engineering technology degree description for further information.

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The Excelsior College technology faculty awards a limited amount of credit from proficiency examinations toward the arts and sciences and/or applied professional elective credits components of the technology degree programs. Please be aware, however, that the nature of the Proficiency Exams for

specific technology requirements precludes, for the most part, the earn- Technology Degrees ing of relevant credit through testing except in the Associate in Science in Computer Software and the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree programs. If you are considering examinations, we strongly advise you to consult your academic advisor before registering for a proficiency examination. If you obtain an advisor’s approval of a particular test for degree credit, write or call the administrators of the various examinations on the following page for additional information about test content, study materials, scheduled test dates and locations, and other details.

Excelsior College awards credit, based on the credit for Technology recommendations of the American Council on Educa- tion (ACE), for the completion of examinations offered Degree Credit by the Institute for Certification of Computing Pro- fessionals (ICCP). The Excelsior College technology Excelsior College Examinations faculty have classified the credit recommendations in terms of the requirements of the computer technology, Test Administration Office computer software, and computer information systems Excelsior College degree programs. 7 Columbia Circle Albany, NY 12203-5159 Certain sections of the examinations duplicate each Toll free: 888-72EXAMS other. There may also be content duplication between these examinations and other sources of credit you transfer to Excelsior College. Please contact your advi- CLEP Tests sor to discuss how the ICCP examinations will apply College-Level Examination Program Services toward your degree requirements. PO Box 6600 Princeton, NJ 08541-6600 609-951-1026 Credit for Vendor Examinations

Excelsior College awards credit for completion of exam- DANTES Examinations inations offered for certification by certain technology DANTES Program Office vendors (e.g., Microsoft, CompTIA, and Novell). The Educational Testing Service Excelsior College technology faculty have classified the Princeton, NJ 08541-0001 credit recommendations in terms of the requirements 609-951-6425 of the computer technology, computer software, and information technology programs. Certain sections of the examinations may duplicate Graduate Record Examinations each other or other sources of credit you transfer to (GRE) Subject Tests Excelsior College. Please contact your advisor to dis- Technology Degrees Technology

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ICCP Examinations If you enrolled in Excelsior College and/or took a GRE Institute for Certification of Computing Professionals Subject Test after September 1, 1996, you are subject to 2350 East Devon Avenue, Suite 115 a policy under which credits are awarded based on the Des Plaines, IL 60018-4610 percentile rating corresponding to your scaled score. 800-U-GET-CCP or 847-299-4227 For more information about how the GRE applies to technology degrees, contact your advisor.

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64 > www.excelsior.edu terials, either within their own collections or through Excelsior College itself does provide its students with interlibrary loan. Excelsior College is a member of the a variety of learning opportunities and assistance. Capital District Library Council (CDLC). These include: If you live in one of the ten counties covered by the Guided learning materials prepared by our faculty CDLC (www.cdlc.org), you can obtain a DAP card who develop the exams that will enable you to borrow books and materials from CDLC members. For more information, contact Online practice tests for many of our exams [email protected]. Access to our online library which is provided in collaboration with Johns Hopkins University Workshops and teleconferences For your benefit: Help from master’s and doctoral prepared nurse educators for our nursing exams A Word of Caution About Test Preparation Since the materials and programs that Excelsior and Tutorial Services provides to its students are prepared by the faculty who develop the exams, you can be assured that Excelsior’s materials are current and cover the subjects you are However, because there are companies that sell Resources Learning test preparation products and services, we felt it in expected to master for the exams. our students’ best interest to develop operating standards, a set of Best Practices for Test Preparation Providers, which we believe these companies should voluntarily follow. We have done this to give our students a measure of confidence that the test preparation company with which they are dealing has a record of engaging in ethical business and financial practices with its clients. You can find these Best Practices at www.excelsior.edu/bestpractices. Using the services of a test preparation provider is up to individual students and whether or not they believe they need these services. We do not review the materials any company produces for content. Test preparation providers that agree to follow our Best Practices, though, are expected to use the learning resources that are required and/or recommended by our faculty in the development of the study materials that they produce. Before you spend hundreds, even thousands of dollars for the products and services of a test preparation provider, check to see if the company has voluntarily agreed in writing to follow our Best Practices for Test Preparation Providers. The best way is to call the College and ask us. Another way is to see if the company displays on its Web site and in its publications the graphic shown here. Only test preparation providers that have agreed to follow our Best Practices are authorized to display this symbol.

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Tuition AssistanceProgram (TAP) Aid for Part-Time Study (APTS) Department of Labor ProgramsDepartment of Vocational Rehabilitation andVESID Employer andUnionTuition Assistance Private Scholarships VeteransPersian Tuition Gulf Awards (PGVTA) Vietnam Veterans Tuition Awards (VVTA) Vocational Rehabilitation (Chapt (REPS) Restored Entitlement Program for Survivors Assistance Program (Chapter 35) Survivors’ andDependents’ Educational (Section 903) Educational Assistance Pilot Program (Section 901) Educational Assistance Test Program (Chapter 1607) Reserve Educational Assistance (REAP) converted toChapter 30) Old G.I. Bill (Chapter 34-noncontributory; Assistance Program (VEAP)(Chapter 32) Post-Vietnam Era Veterans Educational (Chapter 106) Montgomery G.I. Bill-Selected Reserve Montgomery G.I. Bill-Active Duty(Chapter 30) Military Tuition Assistance er 31)

Joshua L. Smith, EdD Chair Excelsior College Professor and Director (Ret.) Program in Higher Education and Center for Urban Community College Leadership Board of Trustees New York University, School of Education New York, NY

Susan Au Allen, JD, LLM Eduardo Marti, PhD Kathryn J. Whitmire, MS, CPA President President Senior Fellow US Pan Asian American Chamber Queensborough Academy of Leadership of Commerce Community College University of Maryland Washington, DC Bayside, NY Kaneohe, HI

Polly Baca, BA Peggy J. Miller, CPA Clarence W. Wright, BS President and CEO President Senior Vice President Latin American Research G & P Invesco AXA Equitable and Service Agency Portland, OR New York, NY Denver, CO William T. Moran, BS Richard Yep, MPA William E. Cox, EdD President Executive Director and CEO President W .T . Moran Corporation American Counseling Association Cox, Matthews, and Austin, TX Alexandria, VA Associates, Inc . Fairfax, VA James Partington, BA Marck Beggs, PhD Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy (Ret.) Dean, Graduate School Linda G. Davila, CFM, CIMA Lincoln, NE Henderson State University Vice President Arkadelphia, AR Merrill Lynch Roy L. Simpson, RN, C, CMAC, Chair, President’s Faculty Wealth Management Advisor FNAP, FAAN Advisory Council New York, NY Vice President, Nursing Informatics (ex-officio) Cerner Corporation Gloria R. Gelmann, PhD, EdD, RN Kansas City, MO John F. Ebersole Associate Professor President Seton Hall University Jean M. Smith, BA Excelsior College South Orange, NJ Vice President Albany, NY J .P . Morgan Chase (ex-officio) Arthur J. Gregg, BS Chase Community Development Lt. General, U.S. Army (Ret.) Corporation Mary O’Connor, PhD, RN, CHE Dumfries, VA New York, NY Assistant Professor College of Notre Dame of Maryland Harold (Bud) L. Hodgkinson, EdD Harry L. Staley, MA, CIO Baltimore, MD President Chairman/CEO President Hodgkinson Associates, LTD Prime Business Solutions, LLC Excelsior College Demographic Studies and Greenbelt, MD Alumni Association Presentations (ex-officio) Alexandria, VA Lawrence E. Vertucci, BA Executive Vice President and Joseph B. Porter, Esq Robert E. Kinsinger, EdD Regional President Vice President, Legal and Consultant HSBC Bank, USA (Ret .) Governmental Affairs National Service Corps Albany, NY & General Counsel of Retired Executives (SCORE) Excelsior College Vice President John R. Wetsch, PhD NC WISE Program Manager Albany, NY W .K . Kellogg Foundation (Ret .) (ex-officio) Twain Harte, CA NC Department of Public Instruction Raleigh, NC

67 Excelsior College John F. Ebersole, President Dana Offerman, PhD, Provost and Leadership Staff Chief Academic Officer

Nancy E. Davidson, BS Andrea Lucas, MS Vice President Assistant Dean, Test Administration Diana Budhai, MS Ed for Human Resources Director of Organizational Timothy Maciel, EdD and Administrative Services Effectiveness and Diversity Associate Provost Mary Beth Hanner, PhD, RN Anne F. Connor, BA Lori Morano, MS Ed Vice President for Director of Advisement Director of Records Outcomes Assessment and Evaluation and Faculty Development Susan Moyer, MS Ed School of Business and Technology Academic Evaluation Specialist Cathy S. Kushner, MA Ed Betsy DePersis, MA School of Liberal Arts Vice President Director of Advising Services for Institutional Advancement Laurie Nagelsmith, MS, RN Sandy A. DerGurahian, MS Ed Assistant Dean for State Boards John M. Pontius, Jr., CPA, MBA Director of Advisement School of Nursing Vice President for Finance and Evaluation and Administration Ruth Olmsted, PhD School of Nursing Assistant Dean, Test Development Joseph B. Porter, Esq Susan A. Dewan, MBA Vice President for Legal and Mary Lee Pollard, PhD, RN Assistant Dean, Governmental Affairs Associate Dean, School of Nursing School of Liberal Arts and General Counsel Director of Military Education Bernard J. Schumacher, DPS, CFA Bruce Smith, MAS Associate Dean, Patricia Edwards, EdD, RN, CNAA Vice President for School of Business and Technology Associate Dean, School of Nursing Enrollment Management Director, Nursing Graduate Program Janet Shideler, PhD Associate Dean, David Elliot, PhD School of Liberal Arts Harpal S. Dhillon, PhD Associate Dean Director, Master of Arts in Dean, School of Business School of Liberal Arts Liberal Studies Program and Technology Karen Fagan, MS Ed Helene Wallingford, MS, RN J. Patrick Jones, PhD Director of Advisement and Director Dean of Assessment Evaluation, School of Nursing Associate Degree Nursing Program Meredyth A. Leahy, EdD Laura Goff, MA Eileen Young, MS Ed Dean, School of Liberal Arts Director of Advisement Assistant Dean and Evaluation M. Bridget Nettleton, PhD, RN School of Business and Technology School of Health Sciences Dean, School of Nursing Jack Greene, M Ed Deborah Sopczyk, PhD, RN Assistant Dean, School of Liberal Dean, School of Health Sciences Arts and Director of Online Courses George Timmons, PhD Dawn Hurst, MS, RN Dean, Online Education Director, Baccalaureate and Learning Services Nursing Program

68 > www.excelsior.edu Excelsior College Technology Degrees Faculty

Faculty Committee for David W. Davis, PE, CPBE Faculty Committee for Civil Engineering Director of Distance Education Nuclear Engineering Technology Degrees College of Engineering Technology Degrees (Civil Engineering Technology degrees are University of Texas at Arlington Gilbert Brown, PhD currently under development) Ralph Folger, MS Professor Dr. Hugh Archer Professor Nuclear and Chemical Engineering President Department of University of Massachusetts−Lowell MAVICKAR Environmental Consultants Computer Information Science Hudson Valley Community College Richard P. Coe, PhD Hugh Archer, PhD University of Pittsburgh President Harry Efstathiadis, PhD Douglas F. Corteville, MSE MAVICKAR Environmental Consultants Research Scientist College of Nanoscale Science Coordinator Roger Blunt, Major General (ret.) and Engineering Electronic Engineering Technology President University at Albany - SUNY Iowa Western Community College Essex Construction David M. Hata, MSEE Eduardo B. Farfan, PhD Donald Pottle, MS Consultant Assistant Professor Professor TEMPlaTe Educational Consulting Department of Physics Engineering Technology Idaho State University University of Massachusetts Henry Kearny, PhD Lecturer Joseph D. Kowalski, MBA Rafael G. Quimpo, PhD Computer Science & Engineering President Professor University of Texas at Arlington Silver Fox Synergies, LLC Civil Engineering Jane LeClair, EdD University of Pittsburgh Robert A. Moore, MS Associate Professor Accreditation Coordinator National Technical Institute for the Deaf Nuclear Learning Center Faculty Committee for Department of Industrial Technologies Constellation Energy Electronics Engineering Robert L. Long, PhD Technology Degrees Arnold M. Peskin, MSEE Senior Scientist (ret .) Consultant James L. Antonakos, MS Brookhaven National Laboratory Nuclear Stewardship, LLC Professor Bimal Malaviya, PhD Electrical Engineering Technology Faculty Committee for Professor and Telecommunications Technology Information Technology Environmental and Energy Engineering Broome Community College Degrees Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Sohail Anwar, PhD Gregg Smith, MS Associate Professor Narayan S. Murthy, PhD Nuclear Utility Training Director (ret .) Engineering Professor and Chair of Computer Science Diversified Metal Penn State University, Altoona College Pace University Byron E. Thinger, PhD W. David Baker, MS Abhijit Pandya, PhD Senior Nuclear Engineer (ret ). Professor Emeritus Department of Computer Science Diablo Canyon Power Plant Rochester Institute of Technology and Engineering Florida Atlantic University Faculty Member and Liaison to Industrial Walter W. Buchanan, PhD Advisory Committee Professor and Head Kenneth Mansfield, MS Excelsior College J .R . Thompson Endowed Chair Professor Engineering Technology and Computer Studies Department Ind . Distribution Dept . Broome Community College Texas A&M University Stuart A. Varden, EdD Professor Emeritus Pace University

69 Faculty Committee for Industrial Advisory Donald Duquette Aviation Technology Degrees Committee for the Vice President Information Technology Operations Dr. George W. Brush General Physics President Emeritus Degrees College of Aeronautics David M. Brudnoy Richard D. Holman Vaughn College Research and Development Staff Consultant Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory Idaho National Laboratory Industrial Advisory Randy Dobson Jim Knubel Committee for the Principal President Electronics Engineering International IT Consulting Keffective Technology Degrees R .L . Dobson, LLC G. Charles Munzenmaier Associate Joseph A. Glad, PE Eric S. Harter Far Horizons Corporation Supervising Engineer President, CEO Ameren Corporation ADSnetcurve Ross Ridenoure Vice President & Chief Nuclear Officer Gerald E. Homstad Omaha Public Power District Consultant Industrial Advisory Committee GEH Consulting for the Nuclear Engineering Ann Winters Manager Adebisi Oladipupo Technology Degrees Institute of Nuclear Power Training Vice President Harry B. Bernhard Research & Technology Principal Norfolk State University Bernhard Management Consulting Linda R. Stuffle Walter J. Coakley Partner President Stuffle Engineering and Computer Demanding Technology Consultants, Inc . Consulting Services (SECCS)

70 > www.excelsior.edu New York State Education Department Inventory of Registered Programs

Higher Education General Information Survey Code for Classifying Academic Subject Areas.

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School of Business and Technology, Business Programs School of Liberal Arts Programs (continued)

Entrepreneurship 5004 Certificate History 2205 BA, BS Administrative/Management Studies 5004 AAS Literature in English 1502 BA, BS Business 5001 AS Mathematics 1701 BA, BS General Business 0501 BS Music 1005 BA, BS Accounting (General) 0502 BS Philosophy 1509 BA, BS Accounting (NYS CPA Track) 0502 BS Physics 1902 BA, BS Finance 0504 BS Political Science 2207 BA, BS Global Business 0513 BS Psychology 2001 BA, BS Management of Human Resources 0515 BS Sociology 2208 BA, BS Management Information Systems 0507 BS World Language and Literature 1199 BA, BS Marketing 0509 BS School of Nursing Programs Operations Management 0506 BS Nursing 5208 AAS, AS Risk Management and Insurance 0512 BS BS, RN-MS, Hospitality Management 0508 BS Nursing 1203 .10 MS Business 0506 MBA School of Business and Technology, Technology Programs School of Health Sciences Programs Aviation Studies 5302 AAS, AOS End of Life Care 1299 Certificate Technical Studies 5315 AAS Health Care Informatics 1203 12. Certificate Computer Software 5103 AS Nursing Management 1203 12. Certificate Electronics Technology 5103 AS Health Sciences 1201 BS Nuclear Technology 5316 AS School of Liberal Arts Programs Technology 5305 AS

Homeland Security 5505 Certificate Technology 0925 BS Liberal Arts 5649 AA, AS Computer Information Systems 0702 BS Computer Technology 0701 BS Liberal Studies 4901 BA, BS, MA Electronics Engineering Technology 0925 BS Area Studies 0399 BA, BS Information Technology 0702 BS Biology 0401 BA, BS Nuclear Engineering Technology 0925 BS Chemistry 1905 BA, BS Communication 0601 BA, BS Criminal Justice 2105 BS Economics 2204 BA, BS Geography 2206 BA, BS Geology 1904 BA, BS

71 About Excelsior College College is to become a model for ease of access to academic degree completion, through student-centered services and the Excelsior College was originally founded in 1971 as the validation of learning. Through this vision, the College will be external degree program of the New York State Board of recognized as the institution most responsive to the needs of Regents. In 1998, the Board of Regents granted the College career-oriented adult learners at a distance. (then known as Regents College) an absolute charter to operate as a private, independent college. As are all colleges in the state, The Mission of Excelsior College Excelsior College is a member of The University of the State of New York. The College is governed by a board of trustees Excelsior College exists to expand educational opportunity,

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