2020-2021 Catalog
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2020-2021 CATALOG FOLSOM LAKE COLLEGE 2020-2021 Catalog Publication Date: June 1, 2020 Folsom Lake College El Dorado Center Rancho Cordova Center (916) 608-6500 (530) 642-5644 (916) 361-6321 10 College Parkway 6699 Campus Drive 10259 Folsom Boulevard Folsom, CA 95630 Placerville, CA 95667 Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 Disclaimer Every effort has been made to ensure that what is stated in this catalog is accurate. The courses and programs we offer, together with other information contained in this online catalog, are subject to change without notice by the administration of the Los Rios Community College District and Folsom Lake College for reasons related to student enrollment, level of financial support, or for any other reason, at the discretion of the district and Folsom Lake College. The district and Folsom Lake College further reserve the right to add, amend, or repeal any of their rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Website: flc.losrios.edu Table of Contents 3 Table of Contents Introduction 7 How to Use This Catalog 7 About Folsom Lake College 7 Mission, Vision, and Values 8 Accreditation 8 Board of Trustees and Chancellor 8 Getting Started 10 Academic Calendar 10 How to Enroll 10 Challenges to Matriculation Process 11 Admission Requirements and Procedures 12 Admissions Eligibility 12 Admission with Transfer Credit 12 Admission for Veterans and Dependents Using Veterans Educational Benefits 13 International Student Admission 13 Advanced Education for High School Students 13 Undocumented Student Admission 14 Residency Requirements 14 Readmission from Dismissed Status 14 Fees 14 Fee Payment Deadlines 18 Debts Owed to College 19 Federal Education Tax Credits 19 Fee Refunds 19 While You Are Here 22 Financial Aid 22 Free Application for Federal Student Aid 23 California Dream Act Application 24 Promise Programs 24 Grants 25 Federal Work-Study 29 Scholarships 30 Federal Direct Loans 31 College and Academic Regulations 33 Enrollment Verification 40 Alternative Credit/Study Options 40 Advanced Placement Test Scores 45 College-Level Examination Program Scores 48 FOLSOM LAKE COLLEGE 2020-2021 Catalog 4 Table of Contents International Baccalaureate Test Scores 50 College Safety and Security 51 Crime Prevention 51 Campus Traffic Regulations 52 Reporting a Crime/Incident 52 Clery Report 52 Student Rights and Responsibilities 54 Academic Rights and Responsibilities 54 Access to Student Records (FERPA) 56 Alcohol, Drug, and Smoking Policy 56 Computer and Internet Use Policy 57 Copyright and Piracy Policy 58 Disciplinary Procedures and Due Process 59 Plagiarism and Cheating Policy 60 Right-to-Know Program Completion 61 Service Animals on Campus 61 Social Media Policy 62 Standards of Conduct 63 Student Grievance and Class-Related Concerns 64 Equal Opportunity, Equity, Discrimination, and Harassment 66 Equal Opportunity 66 Non-Discrimination Policy 68 Sexual Harassment or Assault 68 Types of Harassment 71 Discrimination and Harassment Complaint Procedures 73 Graduation and Transfer 74 Associate Degree Graduation Requirements 74 Petition for a Certificate 78 Petition for a Degree 79 Commencement 80 Preparing to Transfer 81 Transfer to California State University 81 Transfer to University of California 82 Transfer to Private Colleges 83 2020-2021 California State University General Education Requirements 84 2020-2021 Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum Requirements 88 Transfer Degree Requirements 92 Course Transferability and C-ID 93 Programs of Study 94 List of Degrees and Certificates 96 2020-2021 Catalog FOLSOM LAKE COLLEGE Table of Contents 5 Description of Courses 100 Course Numbering 100 Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Advisories 100 To Be Arranged Scheduling 102 Course Prefixes 103 Cross-Listed Courses 105 Meta-Majors 106 List of Programs 108 Accounting 109 Administration of Justice 114 Allied Health 119 Anthropology 121 Art 126 Art History 133 Astronomy 138 Biology 139 Business 151 Business Technology 164 Chemistry 169 Communication Studies 173 Computer Information Science 180 Dance Studies 188 Early Childhood Education 197 Economics 211 Education/Teaching 215 Emergency Medical Technology 217 Engineering 219 English 221 English as a Second Language 235 Environmental Technology 242 French 246 General Education 248 Geography 250 Geology 256 Gerontology 261 Health Education 265 History 267 Human/Career Development 274 Humanities 276 Imaging 281 FOLSOM LAKE COLLEGE 2020-2021 Catalog 6 Table of Contents Interdisciplinary Studies 286 Journalism 298 Kinesiology 299 Learning, Tutoring, and Academic Technology 315 Library 316 Management 317 Marketing 320 Mathematics & Statistics 322 Medical Technology 332 Modern Making 338 Music 341 Nutrition 352 Philosophy 358 Photography 366 Physical Science 368 Physics 369 Political Science 374 Project Management 378 Psychology 381 Real Estate 387 Sign Language Studies 389 Social Justice Studies 391 Social Work/Human Services 392 Sociology 399 Spanish 405 Student Government 407 Theatre Arts 408 Viticulture 424 Work Experience 427 Administrators, Faculty, and Staff 428 College Administrators 429 Faculty and Staff 431 2020-2021 Catalog FOLSOM LAKE COLLEGE Introduction 7 Introduction How to Use This Catalog An Important Resource This college catalog is a vital resource for you as a student at Folsom Lake College. Please spend some time becoming familiar with the information in this catalog – it can be a key tool in your academic success. Changes It's important to keep in mind that policies and regulations are subject to change. Many of these changes are dictated by the State of California or federal agencies. This catalog captures the latest information as of the publish date, but changes happen on a regular basis. For updated information, please consult the college website. Official Updates If there are significant changes – such as new courses, programs, or regulations – the college will publish a catalog update online (similar to an "addendum" in a print catalog). If updates are published, then they will typically appear in November of each year, but may be added at other times if critical content updates are necessary. Throughout the year, the catalog website (https://flc.losrios.edu/2020-2021-catalog) will always include the most current catalog content. Career Education Program Changes Please be aware that the required courses for career education (formerly career and technical education, or CTE) programs are subject to change due to state, regional, and federal agencies. It's important to meet with a counselor to stay on top of any potential changes to these programs. About This Catalog Every effort has been made to ensure that what is stated in this catalog is accurate. The courses and programs we offer, together with other information contained in this online catalog, are subject to change without notice by the administration of the Los Rios Community College District and Folsom Lake College for reasons related to student enrollment, level of financial support, or for any other reason, at the discretion of the district and Folsom Lake College The district and Folsom Lake College further reserve the right to add, amend, or repeal any of their rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. About Folsom Lake College Since 2004, Folsom Lake College has provided exceptional educational opportunities to the communities of eastern Sacramento and western El Dorado counties. The college serves approximately 8,700 students at the Main Folsom campus, the El Dorado Center in Placerville, the Rancho Cordova Center, and online. Folsom Lake College is committed to enriching and empowering students by bridging knowledge, experience, and innovation. FLC offers educational opportunities and support for students to transfer to four-year institutions, to improve foundational skills, to achieve career goals, and to earn associate degrees or certificates. FOLSOM LAKE COLLEGE 2020-2021 Catalog 8 Introduction Mission, Vision, and Values Our Vision Folsom Lake College opens minds and doors through the power of education, inspiring all students to become socially responsible global citizens. Our Mission Folsom Lake College enriches and empowers all students to strengthen our community by bridging knowledge, experience, and innovation. Folsom Lake College, serving the diverse communities of eastern Sacramento and western El Dorado counties, offers educational opportunities and support for students to transfer to four-year institutions, to improve foundational skills, to achieve career goals, and to earn associate degrees or certificates. Our Commitment to Equity Education should belong to everyone. To nourish this inclusion, Folsom Lake College champions equity, diversity, social justice, and environmental sustainability as foundational to academic, campus, and community life. We work with the communities we serve toward just and fair inclusion into society in which all people can participate, prosper, and reach their full potential. We commit to equity driven decision-making, planning, and reflective processes that are responsive to the diverse identities and experiences in our community. We seek to empower marginalized voices, nurture our many identities and social circumstances, foster cultural responsiveness, and stand against all manifestations of discrimination, including (but not limited to) those based on: ability statuses, age, ancestry, body size, citizenship/immigration status, economic status, educational status, employment status, ethnicity, food/housing insecurity, gender, gender identity, gender expression,