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2010-2011 A CAliforniA Community College ACCREDITED BY The Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community & Junior Colleges 10 Commercial Blvd, Ste 204 Novato, CA 94949 (415) 506.0234 Fax (415) 506.0238 APPROVED BY The Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges The California Department of Education The University of California The California State Universities APPROVED FOR The training of U.S. veterans and other eligible persons COLLEGE OF THE CANYONS Valencia Campus 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (661) 259-7800 http://www.canyons.edu COLLEGE OF THE CANYONS Canyon Country Campus 17200 Sierra Highway Santa Clarita, CA 91351 (661) 362-3800 http://www.canyoncountrycampus.com Accuracy Statement The Santa Clarita Community College District and College of the Canyons have made every reasonable effort to determine that everything stated in this catalog is accurate. Courses and programs offered, together with other matters contained herein, are subject to changes without notice by the administration of the College for reasons related to student enrollment, level of financial support or for any other reason at the discretion of the College. The College further reserves the right to add, to amend, or repeal any of the rules, regulations, policies and procedures, consistent with applicable laws. College of the Canyons 1 TABLEOF CONTENTS Administrative Officers, The Board of Trustees . ..3 Chancellor’s Message . ..4 Mission Statement, Vision Statement, Philosophy . .. .5 Academic Calendar . .. .6 History of the College . .. .7 College of the Canyons Foundation . .. .9 Admission to the College/ Getting Started . .. .11 Academic Information . .. .19 Support Services and Programs . .. .35 Instructional Programs . .. .46 Program and Course Descriptions – Credit . .. .49 Continuing Education – Noncredit . .. .219 Faculty . .. .227 Regulations and Policies . .. .239 Crime Statistics . .. .254 Index . .. .255 Office Directory – Canyon Country Campus . .. .258 Office Directory – Valencia Campus . .. .259 2 Santa Clarita Community College District ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook Chancellor, Santa Clarita Community College District and President, College of the Canyons Dr. Mitjl Capet Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Instruction Dr. Michael Wilding Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Student Services Dr. Barry Gribbons Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Institutional Development, Technology and Online Services Ms. Sharlene Coleal Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Business Services Ms. Diane Fiero Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Human Resources Mr. James Schrage Vice President, Facilities Planning, Operations and Construction Mr. John McElwain Vice President, District Communication, Marketing and External Relations Dr. Dena Maloney Vice President, Canyon Country Campus and Economic Development Ms. Audrey Green Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs Ms. Cynthia Dorroh Dean, Allied Health and Public Safety Ms. Kristin Houser Dean, Career Technical Education Mr. James Glapa-Grossklag Dean, Education Technology, Learning Resources and Distance Learning Ms. Diane Stewart Dean, Early Childhood Education and Training Programs Dr. Bruce Getzan Dean, Economic Development Ms. Deborah Rio Dean, Enrollment Services Dr. Floyd Moos Division Dean, Fine and Performing Arts Dr. Michael McMahan Division Dean, Humanities Mr. Omar Torres Division Dean, Mathematics, Sciences and Engineering Mr. Len Mohney Division Dean, Physical Education & Athletics Dr. Patty Robinson Division Dean, Social Science and Business Mr. Michael Joslin Dean, Student Services Dr. Kevin Kistler Dean, Instructional Support Ms. Cathy Ritz Chief Operational Officer, COC Foundation THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Mr. Scott Wilk President Ms. Michele R. Jenkins Vice President Mr. Michael D. Berger Clerk Ms. Joan W. MacGregor Member Mr. Bruce D. Fortine Member Mr. Nick Onyshko Student Trustee Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook Secretary/Parliamentarian College of the Canyons 3 CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE “The key to success is often the ability to adapt.” The team of people that make up College of the Canyons embodies the spirit of innovation and advancement that drives our growth and change. First and foremost, we are Welcome to College of led by a team of energetic managers and administrators. the Canyons! Our talented faculty members push the envelope in their respective specialty areas, and our committed classified On behalf of the faculty, staff, staff put the needs of students first. And, our dedicated administration, and your fellow Board of Trustees provides the guidance to ensure this students, I thank you for choosing college is well-prepared and well-equipped. Our success is College of the Canyons to pursue the result of collective hard work and a willingness to do higher education and the what it takes to offer the best educational experiences we opportunities that come with it. can to our community. Those opportunities can take The University Center is a prime example of our many different forms. College of willingness to part from the norm in our quest for creative the Canyons may be the gateway solutions. Six universities offer 37 bachelor’s, master’s and to obtaining a four-year college or doctoral degrees and teaching credentials in the university degree. Or, it may University Center, enabling more than 1,300 people to equip you with the skills needed to obtain a job in a earn degrees they may not otherwise have been able to highly skilled and financially rewarding technical field. It achieve. could offer you the chance to upgrade your professional skills to jump-start your career. Or, it might give you the The times are changing faster than we might be able to opportunity to explore your options and find a new imagine. As has been said, “If you don’t create change, direction for your future. No matter your reasons for change will create you.” At College of the Canyons, we’re attending College of the Canyons, every student is working to help students like you create their own change working to change their future, to achieve their dream, to and be ready for whatever the future holds. With develop their potential and reach new heights. technology revolutionizing every aspect of life, we know that today’s jobs will be replaced by careers we’re just Creating these opportunities for the 23,000-plus students beginning to imagine. In biotechnology, for example, we we serve requires innovative thinking, flexibility, may one day see jobs titles such as Disease Predictor or leadership, confidence, courage and enthusiasm. The Gene Analyst, Health Life Planning Expert, Immunology people of College of the Canyons embody these Expert or Vaccine expert, and Database Managers for characteristics in everything they undertake! We DNA and gene information. challenge ourselves to provide an environment conducive to innovation and creativity for our students, as well as This college is ready to face the challenges of the future our employees. We encourage members of the college because we have achieved a track record of which to be community to embrace change, envision the future, proud, and proven time and time again that we grow with develop capabilities, and empower themselves to lead the the community. Our talented faculty and dedicated staff change that will enhance the college’s ability to fulfill its will continue to commit, to dream, to get involved, to risk, mission and develop into a center for higher education in to focus, to create, to adjust, to anticipate, to persist, to our valley. cooperate, and to achieve in ways that will benefit our students, amaze our community and continue to make us We can’t predict all of the new opportunities we will all proud. encounter in years ahead, but I know the dynamic nature of our community and our college ensures they will come. To that end, you will find information on the pages of this The Santa Clarita Valley is an exciting community to catalog about an array of programs and services to assist serve, and we are proud of our role as this community’s you in charting your next steps. More importantly, you college. As the valley continues to grow and adapt, the will find hundreds of people on our campus willing to need for more academic programs and majors, as well as answer your questions, offer assistance, and do whatever training initiatives and services of an increasingly they can to encourage you along your way. They are proud sophisticated nature, grows too. It is imperative that we of our college and how it changes lives. And, they are not just keep pace with this demand, but stay ahead of ready to help you enhance and develop yours. the curve. It is important that you do so as well. I am proud to welcome you to our campus, and I thank you As we look back on the history of the college’s service to for choosing this college as the place to lay a foundation this community for the last four decades years, I am proud for your future and begin the process of achieving your to say that we have remained at the forefront of change. goals. As you do, remember the words of William Arthur We have established a reputation for excellence and we Ward, who said, “If you can imagine it, you can achieve it; look forward to matching the community’s continued if you can dream it, you can become it.” growth. Given our track record, I know we will do so by We look forward to supporting your dreams and your maintaining our dedication to responsiveness, flexibility efforts to achieve success! and innovation. As you continue to explore college and ponder your next move, I encourage you to thoroughly examine this college and consider its advantages. While we have a great Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook location, ample parking, and an incredible array of classes Chancellor to offer, the one thing that sets College of the Canyons apart from any other college is our people. 4 Santa Clarita Community College District MISSION • VISION STATEMENT • PHILOSOPHY MISSION STATEMENT College of the Canyons provides relevant academic education at the lower division level, workforce training for businesses and lifelong learning programs for all who seek those opportunities.