Missouri University of Science and Technology Undergraduate

Missouri University of Science and Technology

Undergraduate Catalog

2008-2009

Missouri S&T publishes two catalogs – undergraduate and graduate. Both are official publications of Missouri S&T and may be requested from the Office of Admission or Office of the Registrar.

All statements in this publication are announcements of present policies only and are subject to change at any time without prior notice. They are not to be regarded as offers to contract.

Missouri S&T is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution. 2 — General Information Statement of Inquiries concerning the above may be addressed to: Chancellor, Missouri University of Science and Affirmative Action Technology Rolla, Missouri 65409-9957

Missouri University of Science and Director, Office for Civil Rights Technology Department of Health and Human Services Washington, D.C. 20201 It is the policy of Missouri University of Science and Technology to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national Information on the World Wide Web origin, age, disability, and status as Vietnam Era Veter- For the most current information regarding course an; to prohibit discrimination in recruitment, employ- descriptions go to: http://registrar.mst.edu ment and conditions of employment, including salary Students are also advised to consult the web sites and benefits related thereto; to promote equal employ- of individual department offices. ment opportunity and to take Affirmative Action in this regard. Affirmative Action means the elimination of existing discriminatory conditions whether purposeful or inadvertent. This nondiscrimination policy applies to all persons.

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 “No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 “No otherwise qualified handicapped individual in the United States...shall, solely by reason of the handicap, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

Section 303 of the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Section 102 Discrimination General Rule. – No covered entity shall discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability because of the disability of such individual in regard to job application procedures, the hiring, advancement, or discharge of employees, employee compensation, job training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. Missouri S&T conducts its programs and activities involving admission and treatment of students, employment, teaching, research, and public service in a non-discriminatory manner as prescribed by Federal law and regulation. General Information — 3

Engineering ...... 133 Table of Contents Engineering Graphics ...... 133 Engineering Management ...... 134 Administrators ...... 5 Engineering Mechanics ...... 140 Calendar ...... 9 English ...... 141 Affirmative Action ...... 2 Enterprise Resource Planning ...... 145 Educational Goals/Mission/Vision ...... 5 Environmental Engineering ...... 146 Introduction ...... 6 Etymology ...... 150 Finance ...... 151 General Information Foreign Languages ...... 151 Academic Resources ...... 10 French ...... 151 Accreditation ...... 8 Freshman Engineering Program ...... 152 Admissions ...... 10 Geological Engineering ...... 152 Aerospace Studies (Air Force ROTC) ...... 16 Geology and Geophysics ...... 159 Assessment Requirements ...... 17 German ...... 167 Career Opportunities Center ...... 18 History ...... 168 Computing at Missouri S&T ...... 25 Information Science and Technology ...... 172 Counseling and Disability Support ...... 20 Interdisciplinary Engineering ...... 176 Distance and Continuing Education ...... 22 Latin ...... 179 Fees ...... 13 Management and Information Systems ...... 179 Financial Assistance ...... 22 Marketing ...... 180 Honors Academy ...... 27 Materials, Energy, and Earth Resources ...... 180 Information Technology ...... 25 Materials, Science, and Engineering ...... 180 International Affairs ...... 27 Mathematics ...... 181 Library ...... 29 Mechanical Engineering ...... 187 Maastricht Center for Transatlantic Students ...... 29 Metallurgical Engineering ...... 197 Military Science (Army ROTC) ...... 30 Military Science ...... 203 Missouri London Program ...... 31 Mining Engineering ...... 205 New Student Programs ...... 31 Multiculturalism & Diversity ...... 212 Nuclear Reactor ...... 32 Music ...... 213 Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) ...... 32 Nuclear Engineering ...... 215 Office of the Registrar ...... 32 Petroleum Engineering ...... 220 Residential Life ...... 36 Philosophy ...... 224 Student Design ...... 37 Physical Education ...... 227 Student Diversity ...... 37 Physics ...... 228 Student Health Services ...... 38 Political Science ...... 233 Student Organizations ...... 39 Prehealth Professions ...... 234 Teacher Education Program ...... 40 Prelaw ...... 235 University Police ...... 41 Psychology ...... 235 Video Communications ...... 44 Russian ...... 241 Women’s Leadership Institute ...... 45 Spanish ...... 242 Writing Across the Curriculum ...... 45 Speech and Media Studies ...... 242 Statistics ...... 244 Degree Programs, Departments, Systems Engineering ...... 245 and Course Listings Technical Communication ...... 246 Theatre ...... 248 Degree Programs ...... 47 Aerospace Engineering ...... 51 Index ...... 250 Aerospace Studies ...... 58 Campus Map ...... 249 Architectural Engineering ...... 59 Art ...... 65 Arts and Sciences ...... 66 Biological Sciences ...... 66 Business and Management Systems ...... 71 Ceramic Engineering ...... 75 Chemical and Biological Engineering ...... 80 Chemistry ...... 86 Civil Engineering ...... 96 Computer Engineering ...... 104 Computer Science ...... 110 Economics ...... 116 Education ...... 120 Electrical Engineering ...... 125 4 — General Information General Information — 5

On Jan. 1, 2008, UMR became Missouri Univer- Educational Goals of sity of Science and Technology, or Missouri S&T. Our new name will not only help us gain broader Missouri S&T national recognition, but will also give us an identity that fits our mission - to be the state’s tech- As Missouri’s technological research university, the nological research university. Missouri University of Science and Technology’s mission is to educate tomorrow’s leaders. In a world growing in- University of Missouri creasingly dependent on science and technology, tomorrow’s graduates must be prepared to be leaders in Board of Curators more than just their chosen professions. They must also Marion H. Cairns, 1-1-2009 be leaders in business, in government, in education, Cheryl D.S. Walker, 1-1-2009 (Chair) and in all aspects of society. Missouri S&T is dedicated Don Walsworth, 1-1-2009 to providing leadership opportunities for its students. John M. Carnahan III, 1-1-2011 The opportunity to receive an excellent technological Doug Russell, 1-1-2011 education is only part of the educational experience re- David G. Wasinger, 1-1-2011 ceived by students at Missouri S&T. Missouri S&T offers Warren K. Erdman, 1-1-2013 a full range of engineering and science degrees, coupled Bo M. Fraser, 1-1-2013 (Vice Chair) with business and liberal arts degrees and programs that are vital to the kind of comprehensive education Judith G. Haggard, 1-1-2013 that turns bright young men and women into leaders. Kathleen Miller, (Secretary to the Board) Missouri S&T is nationally recognized for its excel- Tony Luetkemeyer, (Student Representative lent undergraduate engineering programs, and is distin- to the Board) guished for producing cutting-edge research and key technologies vital to the economic success of Missouri Missouri University of Science and and the nation. Missouri S&T has a distinguished facul- Technology Administrators ty dedicated wholeheartedly to the teaching, research, and creative activities necessary for scholarly learning John F. Carney III, Chancellor experiences and advancements to the frontiers of Warren K. Wray, Provost and Executive Vice knowledge. Missouri S&T has excellent physical facili- Chancellor for Academic Affairs ties, which support the best possible education in the Connie Eggert, Vice Chancellor liberal arts, engineering, science, applied science, and University Advancement selected interrelated fields. F. Stephen Malott, Vice Chancellor Missouri S&T’s programs in science, engineering, Administrative Services and business, its technology transfer programs, its leadership opportunities, and its learning environment are Debra Robinson, Vice Chancellor all integral parts of the total educational package avail- Student Affairs able to students who attend the Missouri University of Venkat Allada, Vice Provost, Science and Technology. Graduate Studies Harvest L. Collier, Vice Provost, Mission Statement Undergraduate Studies Missouri University of Science and Technology inte- K. Krishnamurthy, Vice Provost, Research grates education and research to create and convey Robert Schwartz, Vice Provost, knowledge to solve problems for our State and the tech- Academic Affairs nological world. Jay W. Goff, Dean, (Approved January 2008 Board of Curators’ Meet- ing) Enrollment Management Henry A. Wiebe, Dean, Vision Extended Learning The vision of the Missouri University of Science and Technology is to be a top-five technological research Missouri S&T Board of Trustees university by 2011. Richard Arnoldy, ARCO Construction Company, Inc., St. Louis, MO Keith Bailey, Williams Companies (retired), Tulsa OK James Bertelsmeyer, Pinnacle Investment Partners, LLC, Tulsa, OK Raymond Betz, The Betz Companies, Houston, TX Robert G. Brinkmann, R.G. Brinkmann Const. Co., St. Louis, MO Roger Dorf, Navini Networks Inc, Richardson, TX Robert Garvey, Birmingham Steel (retired), Wayzata, MN 6 — General Information

Gary Havener, Havener Companies, White Curators' Professors Settlement, TX Jean Holley, Tellabs, Naperville, IL Harlin U. Anderson of Ceramic Engineering Thomas Holmes, (retired) Ingersoll-Rand Co., (Emeritus) Woodcliff Lake, NJ Bassem F. Armaly of Mechanical Engineering Barry Koenemann, United Construction Enterprise Frank D. Blum of Chemistry Co, St. Louis, MO Richard Brow of Ceramic Engineering John Mathes, John Mathes & Associates (retired), K. Chandrashekhara, Mechanical and Aerospace Columbia, IL Engineering J. Ronald Miller, Procter & Gamble (retired), Ta-Shen Chen of Mechanical Engineering (Emeritus) Cincinnati, OH Franklin Yih Cheng of Civil Engineering (Emeritus) Zebulun Nash, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Baytown, Alfred L. Crosbie of Mechanical Engineering TX Delbert E. Day of Ceramic Engineering (Emeritus) Darlene Ramsay, Missouri University of Science and Lokesh R. Dharani of Mechanical & Aerospace Technology, Rolla, MO Engineering Mike Richter, Anheuser Busch, St. Louis, MO James Drewniak of Electrical Engineering Perrin Roller, Devon Energy Corporation, Singapore Walter Eversman of Mechanical & Aerospace John Schneider, Boeing Company, St. Louis, MO Engineering Richard Stegemeier, Unocal Corp (retired), Stig Friberg of Chemistry (Emeritus) Anaheim, CA Richard D. Hagni of Geology & Geophysics Geoffrey Steinhart, Anheiser Busch, St. Louis, MO (Emeritus) Cynthia Tang, Insight Industries Inc. (retired), Don H. Madison of Physics Platteville, WI Ronald E. Olson of Physics (Emeritus) Richard Vitek, Fotodyne Inc. (retired), Hartland, WI Michael Schulz of Physics Cheryl Walker, Obasi Enterprises LLC, St. Louis, MO James O. Stoffer of Chemistry (Emeritus) Theodore Weise, Federal Express Corporation David A. Summers of Mining Engineering (retired), Memphis, TN Wei-Wen Yu of Civil Engineering (Emeritus) Joan Woodard, Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque, NM Curators’ Teaching Professorship Missouri S&T Named Professorships Donald R. Askeland of Metallurgical Engineering (Emeritus) Mariesa Crow, Fred W. Finley Distinguished D.J. Belarbi of Civil Engineering Professorship of Electrical and Computer Engineering James J. Bogan of Arts, Languages & Philosophy Samuel Frimpong, Robert H. Quenon Missouri Lawrence O. Christensen of History & Political Professorship in Mining Engineering Science (Emeritus) James Giglio, Maxwell C. Weiner Missouri Nord L. Gale of Biological Sciences (Emeritus) Distinguished Professorship in History Larry Gragg of History & Political Science Steven L. Grant, Roy A. Wilkens Professorship Leonard F. Koederitz of Geological & Petroleum Shubhender Kapila, Missouri Soybean Research Engineering (Emeritus) Professorship, Roger A. LaBoube of Civil Engineering Robert Laudon, Gulf Oil Foundation Professorship Yinfa MA of Chemistry Ming Leu, Keith & Pat Bailey Missouri Professorship in O. Allan Pringle of Physics Mechanical Engineering Frances D. Haemmerlie Montgomery of Psychology Ann Miller, Cynthia Tang Missouri Professorship in Kent Peaslee of Materials Science & Engineering Computer Engineering Jack B. Ridley of History & Political Science Kent Peaslee, F. Kenneth Iverson Chair of (Emeritus) Steelmaking Technologies Von Richards, Robert V. Wolf Missouri Professorship Introduction to in Metallurgical Engineering J. David Rogers, Karl F. Hasselmann Missouri Missouri University of Endowed Professorship/Chair in Geological & Petroleum Engineering Science and Technology Jay Switzer, Castleman/FCR Missouri Endowed Professorship of Discovery in Chemistry A college education offers you a number of options. Thomas Weigert, Daniel St. Clair Endowed Chair in It can be the foundation you’ll need to pursue a chal- Computer Science lenging career or the background to further your stud- Don Wunsch, Mary K. "Jimmie" Finley Missouri ies in a graduate or professional school. Professorship in Computer Engineering Selecting the college or university that will help you Reza Zoughi, Schlumberger Endowed Professorship prepare for these options is a decision that requires of Electrical and Computer Engineering careful consideration. You have to ask yourself what you want from an education and what your goals are. You General Information — 7 also should consider academic programs, location, and ence, humanities, business and social sciences. Master the availability of scholarships and financial assistance. of science degrees are offered in 27 disciplines, the Before you make your decision, we would like you to doctor of philosophy in 20 and the doctor of engineer- know more about what Missouri University of Science ing in nine. and Technology has to offer you, including: The Missouri S&T campus is home to 46 research • degrees in engineering, science, and the humanities and academic support centers. Externally sponsored and social sciences program expenditures have almost doubled since • annual ranking among the national leaders in the FY2001, from $17.23 million to $32.37 million in number of bachelor’s degrees granted in engineering FY2007. In FY2007, Missouri S&T received a record • medium-sized campus of about 5,500 students lo- $37.23 million in new grant and contract awards. cated in the beautiful Missouri Ozarks Missouri S&T will enhance its research activity and per- • financial assistance and scholarships for qualified formance to establish its status as a top-five techno- individuals logical research university, distinguishing itself by inter- • career assistance disciplinary collaborations of national significance. Missouri S&T enrolls more than 6,100 students In classes at Missouri S&T, you are encouraged to from 47 states and 50 countries. More than 70 percent participate and explore the subjects that interest you. of students study in engineering, science or computer Technologically advanced laboratories help you under- fields, but Missouri S&T also offers liberal arts, human- stand the concepts learned in the classroom. Professors ities, social science, and business degrees, as well as and advisors will help you plan your academic program certification in select education fields. In 2007, Missouri so that you may attain your academic and career goals. S&T officially started offering an MBA. Many of the Co-curricular activities provide outlets for your in- nation's top companies actively recruit graduates from terests and talents. There are intercollegiate athletics all disciplines. In 2007-2008, more than 700 different and intramural sports, musical groups and dramatic employers recruited Missouri S&T students. The aver- productions, and student publications. You also can ex- age starting salary for those earning undergraduate plore the rivers, parks, and lakes of the nearby Missouri degrees exceeds $53,000. Ozarks and enjoy St. Louis and Springfield, each within approximately 100 miles of Rolla. Missouri S&T offers opportunities to help you with Campus Life your educational finances. If you are eligible, there are Missouri S&T offers a number of campus living op- loans, grants, and scholarships available, or you can ap- tions, including fraternity and sorority houses, tradition- ply for a part-time job through the work-study program. al residence halls and the new Residential College. The The Cooperative Training Program at Missouri S&T university has more than 200 student organizations, in- allows qualified students to alternate semesters of cluding a dozen student design teams, a competitive school with semesters of work in industry. When you are NCAA Division II athletic program, student professional ready to graduate, the Career Opportunities Center of- societies, a student radio station, and theatre and mu- fers job-finding assistance. sic programs. Each year, Missouri S&T students help to We invite you and your parents to take a closer look organize one of the largest St. Pat's celebrations in the at the Missouri University of Science and Technology. nation. The following pages will introduce you to the opportunities that await you. We encourage you to visit the cam- University of Missouri pus. If you would like more information, or to arrange a tour of the campus, please contact the Office of Admis- Structure & History sions, 106 Parker Hall, Missouri University of Science The four University of Missouri campuses are locat- and Technology, Rolla, MO 65409-1060. Telephone: 1- ed in Rolla, Columbia, Kansas City and St. Louis. Gov- 800-522-0938. erning these campuses is the Board of Curators, whose members are appointed by the Governor of Missouri and About the Campus confirmed by the Missouri Senate. The president of the university directs and coordinates programs of all four One of the four campuses in the University of campuses with assistance from staff in finance, busi- Missouri System, Missouri University of Science and ness management, academic affairs, research, exten- Technology was founded in 1870 as the University of sion, development, public information, and other uni- Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy and was the versity services. The activities of each campus are un- first technological institution west of the Mississippi der the supervision of a chancellor, who directs campus River. It became the University of Missouri-Rolla in affairs within policies established by the UM Board of 1964, Missouri University of Science and Technology in Curators and the president. 2008, and remains one of the nation’s best technologi- The University of Missouri has a long and proud his- cal universities. tory. It was established at Columbia in 1839, only 18 The 284-acre campus is located in Rolla, Mo., a years after Missouri became a state. A land-grant uni- town of 16,000 in the heart of the Ozarks. The univer- versity, UM is recognized as the first state university sity offers bachelor of arts and bachelor of science west of the Mississippi River. The university remained a degrees in 30 fields of study, including engineering, sci- single campus institution until 1870 when the Universi- 8 — General Information ty of Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy (Missouri S&T’s former designation) was established at Rolla. Campuses at St. Louis and Kansas City were added in 1963. On July 1, 1964, the UM Board of Curators took action to rename the University of Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy to the University of Missouri-Rolla.

Missouri University of Science and Technology On Jan. 1, 2008, UMR became Missouri University of Science and Technology, or Missouri S&T. Our new name will not only help us gain broader national recognition, but will also give us an identity that fits our mission as the state’s technological research university.

Accreditation The University has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, http://www.ncahigherlearning- commission.org, (800) 621-7440. Further information on specialized accreditation by department is available in the Missouri S&T Fact Book or at http://ira.mst.edu/accreditation.html.

For More Information If you have additional questions, write or call the Di- rector of Admissions, Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO 65409-1060 (800) 522-0938. You also may wish to contact one of the following offices for specific information: • Air Force ROTC (573) 341-4925 • Army ROTC (573) 341-4744 • Career Opportunities Center (573) 341-4343 • Counseling and Disability Support (573) 341-4211 • Disability Support and Services (573) 341-4222 • Extended Learning (573) 341-4132 • Freshman Engineering (573) 341-4977 • Honors Academy Program (573) 341-4131 • Intercollegiate Athletics (573) 341-4175 • International and Cultural Affairs (573) 341-4208 • Minority in Engineering and Science Program (573) 341-4212 • New Student Programs (573) 341-4025 • Registrar (573) 341-4181 • Residential Life and Student Support(573) 341- 4218 • Student Diversity Programs (573) 341-4212 • Student Financial Aid (573) 341-4282 • University Police (573) 341-4300 • Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs (573) 341-4292 • Women in Engineering and Science Program(573) 341-4212 General Information — 9 Calendar

Fall Semester 2008 International Student Orientation ...... August 12 Residence Halls Open for first-time Freshman only ...... August 16 Freshman Opening Week Orientation Begins ...... August 17 Transfer Student Orientation ...... August 21 Registration Period via Joe’SS ends ...... August 21 Classes Begin 8:00 a.m ...... August 25 Labor Day Holiday ...... September 1 Mid-Semester ...... October 11 Thanksgiving Vacation Begins 8:00 a.m ...... November 23 Thanksgiving Vacation Ends 8:00 a.m ...... December 1 Last Class Day ...... December 12 Reading Day ...... December 13 Final Exams Begin 8:00 a.m ...... December 15 Final Exams End 6:00 p.m ...... December 19 Semester Closes 6:00 p.m ...... December 19 Residence Halls Close ...... December 20 December Commencement 11:00 a.m ...... December 20 Spring Semester 2009 International Student Orientation ...... January 5 Registration Period via Joe’SS ends ...... January 8 Residence Halls Open for all residents ...... January 11 Classes Begin 8:00 a.m ...... January 12 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday ...... January 19 Mid-Semester ...... March 7 Spring Recess Begins 8:00 a.m ...... March 12 Spring Recess Ends 8:00 a.m ...... March 16 Spring Break Begins 8:00 a.m ...... March 22 Spring Break Ends 8:00 a.m ...... March 30 Last Class Day ...... May 8 Reading Day ...... May 9 Final Exams Begin 8:00 a.m ...... May 11 Final Exams End 6:00 p.m ...... May 15 Semester Closes 6:00 p.m ...... May 15 Residence Halls Close ...... May 16 May Commencement 11:00 a.m ...... May 16 Summer Session 2009 Registration Period via Joe’SS ends ...... June 5 Residence Halls Open for all residents ...... June 7 Classes Begin 8:00 a.m ...... June 8 Independence Day Holiday (observed) ...... July 3 Final Exams Begin 8:00 a.m...... July 30 Final Exams End 12:30 p.m...... July 31 Residence Halls Close ...... July 31 Semester Closes 12:30 p.m...... July 31 10 — General Information

•Library, 341-4227, http://campus.mst.edu/library Academic Resources •Great study or meeting facility, and broad learning On Campus resources Admission LEAD “Learning Enhancement Across Disciplines” Program Requirements The Learning Enhancement Across Disciplines (LEAD) program offers learning forums for students who Applications for the fall semester should be submit- wish to improve their understanding of concepts and ted by July 1, for the spring semester by Dec. 1, and for their mastery of skills in a wide variety of foundational the summer session by May 1. All first-time applicants courses to achieve their full potential. LEAD sponsors must submit an application fee of $35, paid in U.S. cur- learning centers and tutoring for courses listed at rency only. An application, application fee, high school http://campus.mst.edu/tutors. transcript and one appropriate test score (ACT or SAT) must be submitted. Acceptance is on a rolling basis. LEAD Learning Centers The completed admission application (with supporting documents) serves as the scholarship application for The LEAD program sponsors open-environment most merit-based aid programs. The Priority scholarship Learning Centers for several large-enrollment introduc- deadline is December 1 and the final scholarship dead- tory courses. Discipline-based faculty and undergradu- line is February 1 with scholarships awarded on a rolling ate peer instructors staff the centers during fixed hours basis. each week. Students are encouraged to work in interac- Upon acceptance, new students are required to at- tive groups to solve problems and to develop strategies, tend a Preview, Registration, and Orientation (PRO) ses- guided and validated by the experts on duty. The cen- sion and comply with the Health Services Policy (see ters are designed not only to help students with course Student Health Services). content, but to also help them gain professional skills in communication, problem solving, and teamwork. Regular Admission From High School LEAD Peer Tutoring The following minimum requirements are established for general admission of first-time college stu- Scheduled drop-in tutoring is available at fixed lo- dents to the Missouri University of Science and Technol- cations for a large number of introductory and founda- ogy. Meeting the minimum requirements, however, does tional courses. It focuses on individual and small-group not guarantee admission. The Office of Admissions will interactive assistance. The undergraduate peer tutors notify applicants in a timely manner whether they have are accomplished in the course material, trained by pro- been accepted, rejected, or placed on a waiting list. fessional LEAD staff, and communicate with LEAD facul- Effective as of the fall semester 1997, regular ad- ty mentors in the associated disciplines. mission of first-time college students (entering fresh- For further information about LEAD, call 341-7070 man) requires completion of at least 17 units of credit or check the website at http://lead.mst.edu. (1 unit = 1 year in class) as follows: Sources of Academic Assistance at Missouri A) Four (4) units of English, one of which may be S&T speech or debate. Two units emphasizing composi- tion or writing skills are required. There are several sources of academic assistance at B) Four (4) units of mathematics (Algebra I or high- Missouri S&T that students can access to improve their er). This requirement may be satisfied by the com- understanding of and proficiency with course material pletion of courses in middle school, junior high, or and learning process. senior high. •Professors C) Three (3) units of science (not including General •Professors can clarify concepts or refer students Science). The three units of science must include at to peers or resources that can provide academ- least one laboratory course and must include units ic assistance from at least two of the following areas: physical •Math Help Program, Mathematics & Statistics Depart- science, biology, physics, chemistry, and earth sci- ment, 341-4641, http://math.mst.edu ences. This requirement may be satisfied by the •Writing Center, 113 Campus Support Facility, 341- completion of courses in middle school, junior high, 4436, http://writingcenter.mst.edu or senior high. •New facility with state-of-the-art computers, all D) Three (3) units of social studies. the latest software, and a staff of highly trained, E) One (1) unit of fine arts, to be taken in visual arts, motivated, and friendly peer writing tutors. music, dance or theater. •Counseling Center , 204 Norwood Hall, 341-4211, F) Two (2) units of a single foreign language. This re- http://counsel.mst.edu quirement may be satisfied by the completion of •Study skill reference material at the Van Matre courses in middle school, junior high, or senior high. Resource Center Students will also be evaluated on a combination of aptitude examination percentile (ACT or SAT test), class General Information — 11 rank and grade point average (GPA). If the sum of the • letter of recommendation from high school prin- high school class rank percentile and aptitude examina- cipal or counselor tion percentile is: • written parental approval 120 or greater: The student is generally directly ad- 2) Dual High School-University Enrollment. Superior missible. However, the university placement process high school students may be admitted in a special may require remediation and reduced schedules for student category for the purpose of taking universi- some students. ty courses while in high school. Students from high 100-120: Students in this range are frequently at schools in the local areas are served by this option. high risk in successfully completing university level Students must submit a regular application for ad- work. Students in this category may be admitted, but mission along with a special request that includes a will receive advising, recommendations for remediation, high school recommendation and written parental and reduced academic schedules. approval. Admissions are limited and governed by Less than 100: Students in this range are normally space available in, and prerequisites for, the desired admissible only after additional academic development course or courses. which is not available at Missouri S&T. Students in this 3) Trial Admission. Graduates of Missouri high schools category are encouraged to apply to Missouri S&T who do not meet the standards for regular admis- through the Transfer Assistance Program (TAP). sion from high school may be admitted on a condi- The University seeks a heterogenous student body tional basis, in the summer session, to any campus reflecting diversity of race, gender, ethnicity, age, geog- of the university. Typically, the enrollment is for six raphy (including international students), and physical hours, and if “C” grades or better are earned in disability. Factors given prime consideration for admis- those six hours, the student is permitted to enroll sion to undergraduate study are an applicant’s previous the following semester. academic success and the quality of the records pre- 4) Accredited High School Equivalency. An individual sented. Applicants who do not meet the criteria set forth may apply for admission on the basis of scores on for regular admission from high school may be consid- the General Educational Development (accredited) ered by appealing to the Admissions Appeal Committee. test after the individual’s high school class has grad- Additional factors which may be considered for admis- uated. Applicants in this category are admitted on sions include: an individual basis. • extensive extracurricular activity 5) Graduates of Accredited High Schools. Graduates • personal statement of 200 words or less (optional) who have been out of high school for a number of • outstanding talents and/or abilities years or for similar reason do not have a record of • number and scope of college preparatory courses taken rank in high school class are required to have a min- • evidence of marked improvement, over time, in imum ACT enhanced composite of 24 or equivalent high school academic record SAT for direct admission. • significant work experience and/or family responsibilities 6) Admission from Non-Accredited High Schools and Home Schooled Students. Graduates of high schools Special Admission Cases that are not accredited by recognized regional ac- 1) Early Admission from High School. Superior high crediting associations or approved by recognized school students may be admitted before they have state agencies; e.g., the University of Missouri Com- graduated from high school. There are two types of mittee on the Accreditation of Non-Public Schools, early admission: are required to have a minimum ACT enhanced A) If the student has completed all of the require- composite of 24 or equivalent SAT. This applies to ments for graduation from high school, eligibili- home schooled students. ty for admission will be determined by the pro- 7) Admission from Non-Ranking High Schools. Gradu- cedures established for regular admission from ates of high schools that do not rank their students high school. Certification by the high school are considered on an individual basis. A minimum principal or counselor that graduation require- ACT Composite score of 24 or equivalent SAT is nor- ments have been met and a high school diplo- mally required. ma will be issued is required. B) If the student has not completed all require- A Campus Admissions Committee will establish nec- ments for graduation from high school, a test essary policies for and oversee the administration of score and a high school class rank must be pre- these regulations. The committee, or the director of ad- sented. The combination of test score and class mission acting under its direction, will determine which rank will be evaluated on the basis of a standard applicants will be admitted. The committee has the au- that is higher than the standard for regular ad- thority to establish standard application forms, to re- mission from high school. A GED will be required quest interviews from an applicant, and to establish in lieu of a diploma. procedures for admission during the senior year while In either case, an interview will be required and the required courses are being completed. The committee following information is required from each applicant: has the authority to establish procedures for early ad- • application for admission mission from high school, dual high school-university • high school transcript (sent by school) enrollment, trial admission, and GED high school equivalency enrollment. 12 — General Information

Admission of Transfer Students script. Official transcripts must be sent directly from all previously attended colleges or universi- The following minimal requirements are established ties. A list of courses in progress must also be sent. for general admission of transfer students. They do not Missouri S&T’s international student School include more stringent requirements that may be es- Transfer Eligibility form must be completed by the tablished by the faculties of the individual campuses, or international student advisor from American insti- the requirements of special programs (most engineer- tutions attended. ing degree programs require a higher GPA for admis- 4) Submit a statement verifying ability to provide fi- sion). It is the responsibility of the transfer student to nancial support: check with Missouri S&T transfer personnel regarding A) Applicants: A bank statement made by the admission requirements. sponsor or bank indicating source and amount of funds available per year. 1) A student who has completed fewer than 24 semes- Note: Your application for admission will not be given ter hours of college-level work must apply under the consideration until items one through three (English procedures for admission to the freshman class and verification, application fee, complete transcripts,) have must have at least a 2.0 overall grade point average been received. The I-20 cannot be processed without a (4.0 system) in all college-level courses attempted bank statement. If your completed application materi- at previous institutions. als are not received by the deadlines indicated below, 2) An applicant who has completed 24 or more semes- admission may be delayed one semester. ter hours of college-level work is eligible for admission if he or she is in good standing and has attained • Fall semester – June 15 an overall grade point average of at least 2.0 (4.0 • Spring semester – November 15 system) in all college-level courses attempted at • Summer session – April 1 previous institutions. (Each campus faculty governing group shall review the performance of transfer Dual Enrollment of Missouri S&T Un- students and may recommend at that time a meas- dergraduate Students in Graduate ure of performance which would indicate a reasonable chance of making a 2.0 grade point average at School the university.) A 2.0 GPA does not guarantee ad- Undergraduates may apply for dual enrollment as mission to specific degree programs. both an undergraduate and a graduate student for the 3) An applicant who does not meet these standards second semester of their senior year. A student who may apply by submitting to the Admissions Com- seeks dual enrollment must submit an application to the mittee such data as the committee considers appro- Director of Admissions. Admission for dually enrolled priate. The committee, or the director of admissions students is granted by the department chair and the acting under its direction, may determine who shall Vice Provost of Graduate Studies. Admission is normal- be admitted. ly limited to those students who rank in the upper third of their undergraduate class. As an alternative to class Admission of International Students rank, students who have at least a 3.0 GPA for the pre- International students who wish to enter the Uni- vious three semesters and at least a 3.0 mid-semester versity of Missouri-Rolla are required to: GPA in the semester prior to registering shall be per- 1) Demonstrate sufficient command of English to suc- mitted to dually enroll. Undergraduates in the honors cessfully pursue work at the Missouri University of program may be dually enrolled for two semesters of Science and Technology. Departments normally re- their senior year. A form for this purpose can be ob- quire a TOEFL score of 213 (computer based score) tained at http://registrar.mst.edu/documents/dualen- or 79 (Internet-based scoring) or 550 (paper-based rolled.pdf. Students must declare which courses are to score) or an IELTS score of 6.0. Students may also be taken for graduate credit within the first two weeks submit proof of successful completion of a recog- of the semester. A dually enrolled student must take at nized ESL program. least three hours of undergraduate credit from Missouri 2) Submit an application for admission, accompanied S&T each semester. by a $35.00 admission fee. Paid in U.S. currency. Dually enrolled students are limited to sixteen total (No waivers.) credit hours per semester, but petitions for additional 3) Submit at the earliest possible date official tran- credit hours will be considered by the Provost. Petition scripts (mark sheets) for each year from all second- forms are available at http://registrar.mst.edu/docu- ary schools attended, showing courses taken, ments/dualen rolled.pdf. If a dually enrolled student grades earned, rank in class, grade point average, fails to meet minimum undergraduate scholastic stan- and class or division earned if applicable. The appli- dards, his or her resulting academic probationary status cant will be notified when evaluation is completed. will be that of an undergraduate and will be evaluated Please note the following condition: without reference to the student’s grades in his or her Students transferring from another American graduate course(s). college or university are required to complete at least one semester before transferring. With the application, students must submit a complete tran- General Information — 13

Transfer Credit Policy college at another participating institution and then assist them in completing their education at Missouri S&T. Missouri S&T accepts college-level (not remedial) When students enroll in TAP, they will be provided course credits. All grades, quality points and credit with a model transfer program that is developed in con- hours are transferred and computed in the cumulative junction with the participating local college. TAP pro- GPA. Grades not included in the transfer institution’s vides a semester-by-semester course of study for the GPA due to a repeat or forgiveness policy may be re- two years spent at a participating college. moved from the Missouri S&T cumulative GPA upon ver- Missouri S&T Transfer staff will assist transfer stu- ification to the Registrar’s Office. No more than 15 se- dents with questions and make regularly scheduled vis- mester transfer hours will be dropped from the calcula- its to participating colleges. Specially trained Missouri tion of the student’s cumulative GPA. S&T academic advisors assist with pre-advising pro- College-level (not remedial) course credit earned grams that offer the same opportunity for course selec- while enrolled in high school (dual-credit) shall follow tion as currently enrolled students. the same policy as transfer credit. TAP students generally do well academically; how- The last 60 hours of an undergraduate program ever, the first semester at Missouri S&T can be a time of must normally be taken in residence at Missouri S&T. A adjustment. The Admissions transfer personnel will help student may, with departmental approval, take up to 15 the student adapt to the campus. hours of this 60 hours off campus. If the student wish- Orientation programs designed specifically for the es to exceed 15 hours (of the last 60 hours) taken off transfer student allow new transfer students to speak campus, the student must obtain approval of the de- with students who have already made the transition partment chair of the student’s major department. from their two-or four-year local college to Missouri S&T Mathematics Placement Test and to discuss career and personal counseling, computer services, placement services, health services, stu- All new freshmen will take placement tests. These dent activities, and library instruction. tests will be given during the spring and summer orien- If you decide to become part of TAP, check the web tation sessions or during the fall registration (for those site, http://www.admissions.mst.edu, or contact the who do not preregister). A high level of performance is Transfer Representative, Office of Admissions, Missouri required on both these tests in order to place into Cal- S&T, Rolla, MO 65409-1060 or call 1-800-522-0938, culus with Analytic Geometry I the first semester. email: [email protected]. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that students have four years of high school mathematics courses and that algebra and trigonometry be thoroughly reviewed Fees before taking these tests. “The University reserves the right to modify by in- Credit by Examination crease or decrease the fees charged for attendance and other services at the University, including but not limit- There are six different programs included in Mis- ed to educational fees, at any time when in the discre- souri S&T’s credit by examination policy. These pro- tion of the governing board the same is in the best in- grams include Advanced Placement, International Bac- terest of the University, provided that no increases can calaureate, subject exams in the College Level Exami- or will be effective unless approved by the governing nation Program (CLEP), Missouri S&T Placement Test- board not less than thirty (30) days prior to the begin- ing, military coursework/experiences (Commission on ning of the academic term (semester, etc,) to which the Accreditation of Services), and in some instances, de- fees are applicable, with all modification of fees to be ef- partmental examinations. Contact Admissions at 1-800- fective irrespective as to whether fees have or have not 522-0938 or http://www.mst.edu for Credit by Exam in- been paid by or on behalf of a student prior to the ef- formation. To inquire about Math Placement or CLEP fective date of the modification.” testing, contact the Missouri S&T Testing Center at 1- 573-341-4222 or at http://testcenter.mst.edu. Electronic Billing Statements Transfer Assistance Program (TAP) Electronic billing is the official billing method for currently enrolled students at Missouri University of Sci- Missouri institutions of higher education welcome ence and Technology. Students will be notified by e-mail transfer students; however, you should be aware that at their Missouri S&T e-mail account when monthly actual requirements for degrees vary from institution to billing statements are available. Currently enrolled stu- institution. This factor makes it particularly important for dents will be able to view, print, and pay their student you to contact the campus where you eventually wish to fee bill online at Joe’SS. graduate very early in your academic program. By ar- Currently enrolled students can also authorize oth- ranging an advance understanding of the transfer of ap- ers (parents, grandparents, guardians) to view and pay plicable courses, it is likely that problems can be mini- their student fee bill. Authorized users can be estab- mized. Unresolved problems of credit transfer may be lished and maintained on Joe’SS under Campus Fi- appealed to the Student Scholastic Appeals Committee. nances, Billing Authorized Users. Authorized users have The Transfer Assistance Program, TAP, is designed access to electronically view and print the monthly to assist entering students during their first two years of billing statement and make payment online. They are 14 — General Information also notified when the statement is available at the e- The activity/facility fee is determined and approved by mail address entered by the student during set-up. For the Student Council. The activity/facility fee includes further information, visit the Missouri S&T Cashier's Of- fees for the Havener Center, intramural and recreation- fice web site at http://cashier.mst.edu al facilities and programs, campus events, the student newspaper, radio station and yearbook, and funding for Educational Fees a variety of student organizations. The activity fee for the fall semester is $296.50, for the spring semester is All students enrolled at Missouri S&T are required to $296.50, and for the summer semester is $124.35. The pay an educational fee. Rollamo Yearbook fee of $10.00 will be charged to all Educational Fee per Credit Hour undergraduate students enrolled for seven or more hours and will remain optional for all undergraduate stu- Missouri Residents Non-Residents dents enrolled for fewer than seven hours and all grad- $245.60 Undergraduate $615.30 uate students. Graduate students pay $3.30 to fund the Council of Graduate Students. The activity/facility fee is $298.70 Graduate $771.20 prorated for students enrolled in fewer than 10 hours. The activity/facility fee is charged to all students, Courses audited and courses taken for reduced undergraduate and graduate. Students attending the credit will be counted at their normal credit value in Engineering Education Center in St. Louis pay the des- computing the amount of fees to be paid. Students en- ignated UMSL student activity fee. rolling in zero credit hours are required to pay fees ac- Additional information concerning the Missouri S&T cording to the equivalent credit for the course. Student Activity/Facility Fee is available at: http://stu- The difference between the educational fee for nonresi- dentlife.mst.edu. dent and Missouri resident students is waived for a graduate or first professional degree student who is a Health Service Fee teaching, research or extension assistant holding a .25 The Health Service Fee is charged to all students, or more FTE (full-time equivalent appointment). graduate and undergraduate (full or part time enrolled.) The difference between the educational fee for non- • Fall/Spring session: $79.00 per session resident and Missouri resident student is waived for a • Summer session: $39.50 graduate or first professional degree student holding a fellowship that does not include payment of required fees. Time of Payment of Fees Information Technology Fee All fees must be paid in full, or payment arrangements made, at the time of registration at the opening All students enrolled at Missouri University of Sci- of each semester or term as a condition of admission to ence and Technology are required to pay an Information classes. Consult the academic calendar for dates of reg- Technology Fee of $12.20 per credit hour. istration and payment of fees. Supplemental Fees Minimum Fee Payment Plan An additional Supplemental Fee will apply to the fol- The student’s account (to include fees, housing, lowing and will be charged per credit hour: telephone, traffic violations, etc.) will be billed for the An Engineering Supplemental Fee of $54.50 per full amount each month with a minimum payment al- credit hour will be charged to all students enrolled in en- lowed. The minimum payment is derived by dividing the gineering courses, except for courses offered by the De- full account balance by the number of scheduled pay- partment of Geology & Geophysics. Co-listed courses ments remaining in the semester. If a student chooses are subject to the Engineering Supplemental Fee. to pay the minimum amount, a 1% per month interest A Science Supplemental Fee of $54.50 per credit charge will be assessed on the remaining unpaid ac- hour will be charged to all students enrolled in Comput- count balance. er Science, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Geology, and Geophysics courses. Co-listed courses are subject to the Late Payment Fee Science Supplemental Fee. Student fee accounts will be subject to a late fee of A Science Supplemental Fee of $27.30 per credit $10.00 for unpaid amounts billed when payment is not hour will be charged to all students enrolled in Physics received by the scheduled due date as communicated courses. Co-listed courses are subject to the Science on the student’s monthly billing statement. If the mini- Supplemental Fee. mum payment or billed balance due is paid on or before A Business, IS&T, and M&IS Course Fee of $27.30 the scheduled due date, as it appears on the student’s per credit hour will be charged to all students enrolled monthly billing statement, no late fees will apply. in Business, IS&T, and M&IS courses. Co-listed courses Past due amounts owed the University must be sat- are subject to the Business Supplemental Fee. isfied by payment in full. Failure to pay may result in Student Activity/Facility Fee transcripts or diplomas being withheld. The University will pursue appropriate collections practices which may A student activity/facility Fee is charged to students include referrals to a collection agency for accounts that each semester to pay for a variety of activities, servic- remain past due. The account may be assessed an ad- es, and bonded debt on student fee funded buildings. General Information — 15 ditional collection charge of up to 50% of the balance if print the monthly billing statement and make payment referral to a collection agency becomes necessary. online. Because of FERPA laws, financial information is not shown. The 2.75% service charge will apply to any Fall Semester Payment Due Dates credit card payments made. Preregistered students: Five installments due July, August, September, October and November 15th. Late Registration Fee Regular registration students: four installments A student who registers later than the regular reg- with the first one due at registration and the remaining istration days for a semester will be charged the late due September, October and November 15th. registration fee of $245.60. Also, by registering late, a student may find certain sections or entire courses Spring Semester Payment Due Dates closed to registration. Each department reserves the Preregistered students: five installments due De- right to close sections of courses or even to close en- cember, January, February, March and April 15th. rollment in a department, when the capacity of the class Regular registration students: four installments is reached. with the first one due at registration and the remaining due February, March and April 15th. International Student Sponsored Student Program Summer Semester Payment Due Dates A full range of services for sponsored international Preregistered students; 50% of fees due May 15th students is provided through the Office of International and 50% due June 15th. Regular registration students: Affairs (IA). International students sponsored by inter- total fees due at registration. national agencies receive special services and are charged $250 per semester per student. Details on the Financial Aid current Sponsored Student program and costs are avail- Approved financial aid is applied directly to a stu- able upon request from the Office of International Af- dent’s account. The entry will appear as a credit on the fairs, 103 Norwood Hall, Rolla, Missouri 65409-0160. billing statement and will reduce the current term balance due. The balance remaining after application of fi- Mandatory Health Insurance for nancial aid will be billed to the student and will be sub- International Students ject to the minimum payment process and interest All international students, as a condition of their en- charge calculation. rollment, are required to purchase mandatory health in Personal Checks surance. This includes all F-1 and J-1 visa students. In addition, J-1 visa students whose spouse and/or chil- Personal checks will be accepted only for the dren are living in the U.S. are required to carry health amount due from the student. A late registration fee will insurance. An independent carrier, working through the be assessed if a check presented in payment of student International Affairs (IA) office, provides an insurance fees is returned unpaid and remains unpaid after the policy at a reasonable cost. Premiums must be paid close of the regular registration period. within two weeks of the beginning of the Fall and Spring Credit Card Payments semester. (Summer premiums are included in the Spring Semester.) The University of Missouri Cashier's offices do not For more information on the mandatory health in- accept Visa-branded credit cards for payments to the surance requirements for international students, con- student account. If you choose to make payments on tact the International Affairs Office, 103 Norwood Hall, the student account using MasterCard or Discover 573-341-4208. cards, the third-party vendor will add a service charge of 2.75% to the transaction. To avoid the service Offset of Missouri Income Tax charge, students are able to make payments directly For those non-residents who pay Missouri income from any checking account by using the web payment tax, the non-resident educational fee shall be credited in option (Electronic Funds Transfer) through Joe'SS, sim- an amount equal to the actual Missouri income tax paid ply by entering the bank/financial institution routing for the previous calendar year, except that the remain- and account number information at the time of online ing obligation shall not be less than the amount of the payment. The student will need his or her single sign-on resident educational fee. Unemancipated minor or adult and password in order to make payment. The student is dependent students are eligible for reason of payment the only one who should have this information. Parents of Missouri income tax by the non-resident individual or are able to make a credit card payment by going to the individuals having custody of said students. Students cashier's office web site at http://cashier.mst.edu and entering in January shall be regarded as entering in the clicking on the "Make a Parental Credit Card Payment." fall for purposes of determining previous calender year. This option requires only the student ID number and the For students entering after January, previous year birth date of the student. Currently enrolled students means immediate past calender year. can also authorize others (parents, grandparents, For those non-resident student’s who have non-res- guardians) to view and pay their student fee bill. Au- ident scholarships, the amount of this scholarship will be thorized users have access to electronically view and deducted first from their non-resident fee. If a student 16 — General Information qualifies, the remainder of the non-resident balance Class days are counted by excluding Saturdays, may be offset by Missouri income taxes paid (see Sundays and holidays. above). *Deductions may be made from any refund of fees To effect an offset, the student shall furnish to the for any financial obligation due the university. Cashier’s Office satisfactory evidence that the tax was paid, the date of payment, and that the student is entitled to an offset. Ordinarily, evidence of payment and the Aerospace Studies date thereof will be confirmed by exhibiting to the Mis- (Air Force ROTC) souri S&T Cashier, a copy of the State Income Tax return, The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps together with canceled check (if any) or photo copies (AFROTC) is an educational program designed to give thereof; or if all taxes were withheld, the MO-WH-2 form, young men and women the opportunity to become Air or photo copy thereof, showing the amount of tax with- Force officers while completing a bachelor’s or mas- held must be presented. After reviewing the evidence ter’s degree. The mission of Air Force ROTC is to deve- submitted, the Cashier may request other evidence of lope quality leaders for the Air Force. As the largest payment of tax. source of Air Force officers, AFROTC prepares officer Tax credit thus established may be used only once candidates to assume positions of increasing responsi- as an offset against the non-resident educational fee, bility and importance in today’s Air Force. Leadership, but any tax credit not used in a given term may be car- communication, and basic military skills are the focus ried forward to be used in a subsequent term, subject to of the AFROTC program. In addition to helping stu- the time limitation stated above. If several students dents succeed during college, AFROTC also fosters from the same family claim allowable tax credit, the tax self-confidence and self-discipline. credit shall be applied as the taxpayer directs. If the taxpayer does not direct application, the Cashier shall The Program: make such application. Tax credit may be offset against the non-resident educational fee only, and may not be The AFROTC program at Missouri S&T is a four-year offset against any other fees or obligations. program. However, some students may choose either a three or two year course of study, determined by per- Refund of Fees sonal circumstances. The first two years of the program, called the General Military Course (GMC), cover basic in- Fees subject to refund include: educational fees, introductory military topics as well as communication and formation technology fees, engineering, science, and leadership. Each GMC class is a one-hour course. Stu- business supplemental fees, student activity/faculty dents can enroll in the GMC by registering for aerospace fees, health service fees and any instruction-related studies just as they register for any other university miscellaneous fees that may be assessed.* Students course. There is absolutely no obligation incurred for who have registered for credit courses, and made pay- service in the Air Force for taking GMC courses, unless ment of fees, and whose registration is subsequently the student has an active AFROTC scholarship. canceled, or who withdraw from the university or The final two years of the program, called the Pro- reduce their course load, will, subject to certain excep- fessional Officer Course (POC), cover topics such as tions and upon written request to the Cashier’s Office, leadership, management, doctrine, international receive a refund of the fees in accordance with the fol- events, quality, communication, and officership. Each lowing schedule: class day of cancellation, withdrawal, POC class is a three-hour course. In addition to the ac- or change of course load. The official Missouri S&T ademic GMC/POC ROTC class, all cadets attend up to a refund policy can be found from the Chancellor’s Policy two hour leadership laboratory each week. Leadership Memorandum site at: http://chancellor.mst.edu/docu- laboratory provides cadets with the knowledge and ments/III16.pdf practical command and staff leadership experience in Fall/Spring Semester – 16 weeks preparation for active duty as Air Force officers. It is largely cadet planned, directed, and centered. Before the first day of classes: 100% refund, less an en- Students usually attend summer field training prior rollment cancellation fee of $20.00. to their junior year, before elevation into the POC. Field Class days 1-5...... 90% refund. training is either a four week, or six week encampment, Class days 6-10...... 70% refund. depending on the individual’s ROTC program length. En- Class days 11-25...... 50% refund. trance into the POC is based on an extensive evaluation After class day 25...... NO REFUND. and selection process during the student’s sophomore Summer Session – 8 weeks year. Selections are based on the “whole person” con- cept, which considers the results of an Air Force Officer Before the first day of classes: 100% refund, less and Qualifying Test, a military physical examination, univer- enrollment cancellation fee of $20.00. sity grade point averages, and physical fitness perform- Class days 1-3...... 90% refund. ance, among other factors. Class days 4-5...... 70%refund. Class days 6-13...... 50% refund. After class day 13...... NO REFUND. General Information — 17

Scholarships Military Obligation Students do not have to be on a scholarship to com- Upon graduation and commissioning as an officer in plete our program and be an Air Force officer. However, the U.S. Air Force, students fulfill their military obliga- Air Force ROTC Scholarship, can include all tuition costs, tion by agreeing to retain their commission for a period incidental and lab fees, and a flat rate for text books. A of eight years, serving at least four years on active duty, monthly stipend is given during the academic year to depending on their selected Air Force career field. Pilots each cadet on scholarship and also members of the incur a ten-year active duty service commitment after POC. Students who receive an AFROTC scholarship also completing undergraduate pilot training. Navigators in- receive an annual $2,000 supplement from Missouri cur a eight-year active duty service commitment after S&T, which will currently cover most room costs, board completing undergraduate navigator training. Aircraft not included. The university currently offers a limited Battle Management Officers incur a six-year active duty amount of scholarship funding to be applied to dormito- service commitment after completing A&M Training. ry rooms, which are awarded annually to AFROTC cadets based on scholarship status, financial need, and Opportunities merit. Out-of-state Air Force 3-year scholarship winners Opportunities in the Air Force are excellent, with could qualify for free tuition their first year through Mis- over 100 possible career fields available. Career field souri S&T’s Loan-Forgiveness Program (call for further availability depends on academic discipline, medical information). condition, desires of the individual, and needs of the Air Force. As newly commissioned Second Lieutenants on Field Training active duty, Air Force ROTC graduates can serve re- Air Force ROTC cadets’ first extended exposure to a warding duties in highly technical, scientific, and opera- military environment comes with a Field Training Unit, tional areas such as design, research, engineering, sys- usually at the end of the sophomore year. The cadets tems development, space operations, computer sci- get a close look at Air Force life and activities and the Air ence, procurement, flying, management, acquisition, Force simultaneously takes a close look at the cadets. and maintenance. These FTUs include cadet orientation, survival training, junior officer training, physical training, organiza- The Corps of Cadets tion and functions of an Air Force base, career orienta- The Air Force ROTC unit at Missouri S&T is organized tion, drill and ceremony, small arms familiarization, and as an objective wing, with associated groups, supplemental training. squadrons, and flights. Freshmen and sophomore As mentioned before, the length of field training, ei- cadets are assigned to one of the flights. They receive ther a four or six-week unit, depends on the length of instructions from POC cadets in basic military customs the ROTC program the cadet is taking. For a cadet with and courtesies, drill movements, and many other facets a typical four-year ROTC program, field training consists of Air Force operations. Additionally, they are offered of a four-week unit. the opportunity to visit Air Force bases and discuss career opportunities with Air Force members. Junior and Graduate Study senior cadets are assigned and rotated through various The Air Force realizes there is an increasing demand leadership positions, gaining experience in manage- for graduate education among its personnel and has es- ment procedures. tablished several programs to provide this training. The If you are interested in the Air Force ROTC program Air Force Institute of Technology is available to AFROTC here at Missouri S&T or have any questions, please call graduates and offers advanced degree training in col- or visit the detachment. We are on the second floor of lege curricula that are related to Air Force career fields, Harris Hall. Our phone number is (573) 341-4925, or including engineering, meteorology, the physical sci- you can also find us at http://campus.mst.edu/airforce. ences, mathematics, languages, logistics, and business administration. Assessment Qualifications Requirements All students who desire to enter Air Fore ROTC must All students at Missouri S&T are required to partici- be citizens of the United States, be of sound physical pate in appropriate assessment activities. The require- condition, and be of the highest moral character. Pilot ment to assess students originates from a directive at and navigator candidates must be no older than 29 at the Governor’s Office and from the legislature of the commissioning; other age restrictions may apply for State of Missouri. Public universities are accountable to non-rated commissionees. the state, and are expected to prove, by demonstrating student performance outcomes, that funds are being Physical Requirements spent appropriately and learning objectives are realized. Detailed information on physical requirements is The Board of Curators has supported that directive, and available at the detachment on campus located on the the campus faculty assessment committees have devel- second floor of Harris Hall, or at www.afrotc.com. oped Missouri S&T’s assessment policy in order to implement the directive. 18 — General Information

Assessment involves the systematic process of to catalog year and may change during a student’s un- gathering and using data for evaluating and improving dergraduate career. programs and services. Standard educational research methods are used to gain concrete evidence about how well Missouri S&T is achieving its mission goals. Career Opportunities With the advent of the performance funding initiative in recent years, Missouri S&T’s level of funding depends Center (COC) in part on the performance of students on assessment exams. The Career Opportunities Center, located on the Student results: In cases where individual student third floor of Norwood Hall, provides many services to scores are available, they will be distributed to interest- assist Missouri University of Science and Technology ed students. Individual results will be used for research students and graduates in their job search for profes- purposes only. The Office of Institutional Research and sional full-time, summer and co-op employment. Assessment guarantees complete confidentiality for all The COC is an effective link between Missouri S&T students. students and employers, and its goals are two-fold: first, to PREPARE students for conducting a successful Missouri S&T Policy job search, and second, to PROVIDE opportunities for All graduating seniors must fulfill the assessment employment. requirements, as determined by the major field depart- I. JOB SEARCH PREPARATION ment and consistent with Office of Institutional Re- search and Assessment, campus and the Board of Cura- tors’ guidelines, before graduating. http://career.mst.edu All other full-time students must fulfill Office of In- The COC webpage is accessible on the Internet and stitutional Research and Assessment, and the assess- contains information on services, career fairs, events, ment requirements as determined by the campus con- on-campus interviews, and job listings, as well as on- sistent with the Board of Curator’s guidelines, before line copies of the COC Career Guide. registering for further course work. Compliance is important to Missouri S&T students, Individual Advising programs, and the entire institution. Specifically, stu- Appointments are available with career advisors dents must cooperate in the following manner, which is who work one-on-one with students to review their re- subject to change: sume and cover letter and to discuss job search con- General Education cerns. 1) Freshmen complete various surveys such as Workshops & Events needs, satisfaction, and state wide surveys. Workshops on Resume and Cover Letter Writing, 2) Students who have completed a sufficient num- Conquering the Career Fair, Professionalism & Inter- ber of credit hours will be scheduled to take a general viewing Skills, Plant Trips and Evaluating a Job Offer are education test such as the Measure of Academic Profi- presented both semesters at convenient times for stu- ciency and Progress (MAPP), which measures several dents. general education skills. An Etiquette Dinner is provided each semester to Students will be notified the semester they are ex- review dining and business etiquette. pected to fulfill the requirements. Should a student fail "Life after Missouri S&T" is presented each spring to meet the requirements as scheduled, registration for for graduating students. This is a series of seminars to future courses will be withheld. help students make a smoother transition to the real Assessment requirements affect enrolled students world and includes tips from business and industry ex- immediately. Assessment requirements are not linked perts. to catalog year and may change during a student’s undergraduate career. Practice Interviews Practice interviews are available for students who Major Field would like to assess their interviewing skills. Students Seniors take a major field test, such as the Funda- are evaluated by a career advisor and given feedback on mentals of Engineering (FE) test or the Major Field Test their strengths and areas that need improvement. (MFT), before being approved for graduation. Students receive MFT notification from their depart- II. JOB SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES ment. Information about FE test dates and requirements is available through engineering departments. Career Fairs Participation in the assessment program ensures Two career fairs are sponsored each year to provide continuous improvement and a quality education for students direct access to hundreds of employer repre- current and future generations of students. sentatives. Students have the opportunity to meet face- Assessment requirements affect enrolled students to-face with recruiters, hand out resumes, and collect immediately. Assessment requirements are not linked General Information — 19 employer information. These contacts often lead to full- Co-op Benefits time, summer, and co-op interviews and employment. • Gain future employment advantage On-Campus Interviews •Earn a higher starting full-time salary •Validate your career plans Full-time, summer and co-op interviews are con- •Option to earn academic credit ducted by employers in the COC's professional interview •Network with professionals and other college stu- suites, located on the 3rd floor of Norwood Hall. Stu- dents dents must be registered with the COC to upload their •Apply your textbook knowledge resume into InterviewTRAK and participate in on-cam- •Learn corporate recruiting strategies pus interviews. Students should check the system daily •Help finance college - the average monthly co-op for information about employers coming to interview, salary is approximately $2,600.00 job requirements, and important dates. Each student is responsible for submitting his or her resume electroni- Co-op Eligibility cally and for signing up for interviews by the stated deadlines. To be eligible to participate in the Co-op Program, a student must be enrolled full-time when applying for Resume Referrals and while participating in the Co-op Program. (Full-time is defined as satisfactorily carrying and passing a mini- When a student registers with the COC, his or her mum of 12 credit hours in a fall or spring semester and resume can be referred to employers who are interest- a minimum of 6 hours in a summer session.) ed in hiring Missouri S&T students even though the em- A student must have a cumulative GPA of at least ployer may not necessarily be coming to campus to in- 2.0 out of 4.0 to apply to and participate in the program. terview. The employer will then contact the student di- The student must not be on any type of probation. Stu- rectly if he or she are interested. dents in all majors at Missouri S&T may participate in Resume Drops co-op. The actual amount of academic work that must be Some employers will list their job opportunities and completed before being selected for the program or be- request a "Resume Drop" from students. Interested stu- fore beginning a work period is up to the employer, but dents are responsible for submitting their resume to the a freshman must have completed at least two semes- employer through InterviewTRAK by a designated date. ters. Other eligibility requirements may be established Resumes submitted are reviewed and students in whom by the sponsoring company with the concurrence of Mis- the employer is interested will be contacted. souri S&T. Financial need is not a determining factor as Alumni to which students are employed. A transfer student may register for co-op as soon as Missouri S&T alumni may also register with the he or she begins classes at Missouri S&T. A transfer stu- COC. Once registered, they will receive password access dent who is participating in a co-op program through to InterviewTrak to search job listings. In addition, another institution may transfer and continue the co-op alumni resumes are uploaded in the system and will be affiliation subject to Missouri S&T's guidelines. sent to employers requesting resume referrals if they match their hiring qualifications. Missouri S&T Registration during Co-op Cooperative Education Students participating in the Co-op Program regis- Program (Co-op) ter each work term (Summer, Fall, and/or Spring) with the COC. To register with the University, students pay The Missouri University of Science and Technology's the educational fee of one in-state credit hour, regard- Cooperative Education Program, administered by the less of residency. Registration includes: COC, is designed to provide students with an employ- • Retaining scholarship(s) which require that the stu- ment opportunity to gain practical degree-related, work dent be registered with the University. experience prior to graduation. The program is set up • Maintaining continuously enrolled status for insur- so that students can take a break from studies and work ance and loan purposes. full-time for one or for a combination of semesters such • Not having to apply for readmission to Missouri S&T as spring/summer or summer/fall, allowing 8-9 months to attend classes following the co-op work term. of work experience vs. the 3 summer months allowed • Receiving pre-registration information. for internship positions. Students may also obtain par- • Documentation of co-op participation on the stu- allel co-op jobs in which they work and study on a part- dent transcript. time basis simultaneously. Approximately 100-150 em- Credit for co-op is awarded at the discretion of the stu- ployers hire Missouri S&T co-op students annually, and dent’s academic department. Students must be regis- students apply for those positions through the tradition- tered with the university for work terms when academic al resume/interview job search process that is facilitat- credit is to be earned. ed by the COC. The COC also helps to create new student co-op opportunities with employers who have not previously hired co-ops at Missouri S&T. 20 — General Information

International Students sistance with test anxiety, time management, and other skills related to success at Missouri S & T. International students are required to register for Group counseling is an interactive, supportive, and co-op at the COC in order to be legally eligible to obtain interpersonal form of therapy. Counseling Services of- work authorization. This applies to both co-op and sum- fers several groups based on campus need and interest. mer internships. International students must complete Some current and past groups are Family Issues, Grad- paperwork with the International and Cultural Affairs of- uate Student Support Group, and Career Exploration. fice first and then with the COC. After completion and The Counseling Center actively promotes student approval of paperwork, international students will re- learning and professional development through its ceive work authorization and the necessary documenta- learning enhancement and outreach programming serv- tion to provide to their employer. International students ices. The staff offers programs to campus groups on are eligible for co-op after 9 months of studies, with ac- topics such as teamwork, stress management, academ- ademic department approval. ic success, test anxiety, conflict resolution, and time More Information management. The Van Matre Resource Center, a self-help library, For additional information concerning the COC contains excellent audio, video, and reading materials. please contact: Topics range from communication skills to parenting, Career Opportunities Center career exploration issues to dealing with depression, 1870 Miner Circle anxiety, and abuse. Materials are available for checkout. Third floor Norwood Hall The Faculty Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) offers Missouri University of Science and Technology a variety of services such as counseling, consultation, Rolla, Missouri 65409-0240 organizational development, and programming for fac- (573) 341-4343 ulty and staff. For more information contact Counseling and Dis- ability Support Services, 204 Norwood Hall, 341-4211 Counseling and or visit our web site at http://counsel.mst.edu and Disability Support http://dss.mst.edu. Services Disability Support Services The Counseling Center The Counseling Center offers a variety of services to This policy statement relating to otherwise qualified the Missouri S & T campus community, including indi- persons with disabilities outlines the roles and responsi- vidual, group, and crisis counseling; consultation; pro- bilities of students, faculty, staff, and the Coordinator of gramming for organizational development; presenta- Disability Support Services (Coordinator/Advisor) in tions on many topics; the Van Matre Resource Center of making Missouri University of Science and Technology self-help materials; and the Faculty and Staff Assistance programs and services available to all persons. The Uni- Program. versity places specific emphasis on accommodating the Missouri S&T’s Disability Support Services ensure needs of matriculated students with a disability, provid- that students with disabilities have equal access to aca- ing related services, and ensuring the academic integri- demic classrooms and curriculum by coordinating serv- ty of Missouri S&T. This policy statement is in accor- ices and academic support. Accommodations can make dance with Section 240.040 E, Policy Related to Stu- a difference in academic success. dents with Disabilities, Collected Rules and Regulations Personal, academic, and career counseling is proof the University of Missouri, the Missouri Human Rights vided on a time-limited basis to Missouri S & T students Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and and benefit-eligible employees. Services, which are pro- the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. vided by professionally trained counselors and/or psy- chologists, are free and confidential within ethical and I. Confidentiality legal limitations. Concerns commonly addressed in per- A) In accordance with the requirements of the Family sonal counseling include self-exploration, college ad- Educational Rights and Privacy Act, medical infor- justment, family issues, feelings of depression and anx- mation concerning a disability will be treated with iety, interpersonal issues, communication skills, and utmost confidentiality. It will be: self-esteem. Relaxation strategies and methods to cope 1) treated like other medical information, with the many stressors of daily living may also be ad- 2) maintained in secure files under the jurisdiction dressed. of the Coordinator/Advisor, and Individuals wondering about their majors and ca- 3) released only on a need-to-know basis within reer options may benefit from career counseling, which the university community. typically explores personal and professional goals and how to achieve them. Academic counseling involves as- General Information — 21

II. Responsibilities of the Student E) Any disagreement relating to accommodations shall be described in writing and submitted to the Chan- A) All disabled students seeking reasonable accom- cellor or his/her designee for resolution in a prompt modations and provision of disability-related servic- manner. This appeal must specify why the accom- es must: modation request is considered unreasonable or un- 1) identify himself or herself to the workable. Coordinator/Advisor as desiring accommoda- F) In any disagreement related to IV.E, the Chancellor tions, or his/her designee shall take into consideration all 2) provide current and adequate documentation of relevant factors including but not limited to: his/her disability and of appropriate accommo- 1) current documentation of the specific disability, dations to the Coordinator/Advisor, and 2) the need for the requested services or accom- 3) request needed classroom accommodations and modations, related services of the Coordinator/Advisor. 3) the essential elements of the academic program B) All of the above requirements must be met by the or course of study being pursued, and student in a timely manner to ensure full resolution 4) the fact that no applicable law requires Missouri of accommodations and related services prior to the S&T to substantially alter essential elements of student’s entrance into the program or course of its academic program or course of study or to study. The student should provide the necessary otherwise compromise its academic standards. documentation at least six weeks prior to the first G) The written judgement of the Chancellor or his/her semester for which accommodations are being re- designee shall be presented to the faculty member quested, and should provide the Coordinator/Advi- or department administrator within ten working sor with a copy of his/her class schedule as soon as days following receipt of the written notice of dis- it is available for each semester during which s/he is agreement. seeking accommodations. Waiver of these deadlines may be made by the Coordinator/Advisor on a case V. Specific Responsibilities of the by case basis. Failure to meet the specified dead- Faculty lines and requirements may result in a denial of accommodations. A) It is the responsibility of the faculty to: 1) establish curriculum requirements and uphold III. Documentation Procedure the academic standards of Missouri S&T, A) Documentation of a specific disability provided to 2) determine that the essential elements of these the Coordinator/Advisor must be adequate and up curricula, as well as those of an individual to date. Diagnosis and evaluation costs shall not be course, are being fulfilled, the responsibility of the university. 3) work with the Coordinator/Advisor to determine 1) Current medical or other diagnostic documenta- the provision of reasonable accommodations tion of a disability must be provided by a quali- and related services for disabled students when fied physician or other qualified diagnostician. requested by the Coordinator/Advisor, and 2) Current documentation of the need for reason- 4) follow applicable rules with respect to individual able accommodations and related services must privacy and confidentiality. also be provided to the Coordinator/Advisor. B) If the faculty member concerned opposes the de- 3) If existing documentation is incomplete or out- termination made by the Coordinator/Advisor, s/he dated, the Coordinator/Advisor may require the should proceed as follows: student to provide additional documentation at 1) S/he initiates a review of this determination the student’s expense. with the Coordinator/Advisor. 2) If after this review the faculty member or de- IV. Collaborative Responsibilities of partment administrator still does not agree with the Coordinator, Faculty, and Staff the Coordinator’s/Advisor determination, s/he may have recourse to the procedures outlined A) The Coordinator/Advisor shall review the documen- by Section IV, subsections E and F. tation provided by the student and discuss the ac- commodation and related services requested. VI. Grievance & Complaint Process B) The Coordinator/Advisor shall make an initial deter- A) A student who believes that the determination of mination as to whether requested accommodations the Coordinator/Advisor for the provision of reason- and related services are required. able accommodations and related services is not C) The Coordinator/Advisor shall provide the student being fulfilled by a faculty or staff member must with a letter describing recommended accommoda- contact the coordinator in a timely manner to dis- tions and related services. cuss the concerns. D) The faculty or staff member responsible for a spe- B) A student who is not satisfied with the accommoda- cific class, program, or service shall then determine tion plan or the initial determination of the Coordi- accommodations of the disability and provision of nator/Advisor may file a grievance under the Uni- related services in consultation with the Coordina- versity of Missouri Discrimination Grievance Proce- tor/Advisor, if necessary. 22 — General Information

dure for Students (Section 370.010). A copy of this state, and agency sources, facilitate a vast number of policy can be obtained from the following sources: university awards based on performance, and provides 1) The UM system web page at http://www.sys- debt management and credit card counseling to inter- tem. ested parties. missouri.edu:80/uminfo/rules/griev- The Student Financial Assistance Office continually ance/390010.htm and strives to provide high quality service to all students, 2) The Affirmative Action/EEO office in 106 Harris families, faculty, and staff while using automated sys- Hall (573) 341-6314 tems for timely delivery of financial aid funds. 3) Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs To help you put yourself through school, Missouri 106 Norwood (573) 341-4292. S&T has a vast number of ways for you to get financial assistance. Freshman university scholarship applicants Contact Information must complete the Missouri S&T Undergraduate Appli- Coordinator/Advisor of Disability Support Services: cation for Admission & Scholarships and be accepted to Counseling & Disability Support Services the university for scholarship consideration. 203 Norwood Hall For other financial aid (grants, loans, work-study), Phone: (573) 341-4211; TTY: (573) 341-6645 you must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Fax: (573) 341-6179 Aid (FAFSA). Preference will be given to those students Email: [email protected] whose Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been received by March 1. If you apply at any other Distance and Continuing time of the year, Missouri S&T will attempt to fill your financial needs to the extent that funds or opportunities Education are available. You will be notified as to the types of aid available University Center to you. To give you a general idea, they are outlined This is a campus-based department which adminis- here. Federal and state agencies and alumni, business ters and coordinates a wide variety of credit and non- firms, foundations, trusts, and friends of Missouri S&T credit programs for Missouri S&T students and other au- have provided funds for student financial assistance in diences: local, national and international. Programming Missouri S&T’s departments. A more detailed list of fi- is available both live or on-line using the Internet and nancial aid can be found in the Missouri S&T Financial streaming video technology, and provides access to pro- Assistance brochure. Please contact the Student Finan- grams at a time convenient to the users. cial Assistance Office for more detailed information. Credit courses can lead to a Certificate of Comple- You can apply for a loan or a grant. You can work at tion in a specific area of interest. Certificates can also a part-time job – maybe with the Federal Work-Study serve as a way to qualify for subsequent admission to an Program. In the Cooperative Training Program, you can appropriate master’s degree program. alternate semesters of school at Missouri S&T with se- Credit courses are supplemented by a wide variety mesters of work in industry. You can test out of some of activities and educational opportunities through non- courses to get through faster. You may want to look into credit short courses, conferences, and technical semi- Missouri S&T’s Minority Engineering and Science Pro- nars. Descriptions of currently available programs may gram and Women in Engineering and Science Programs. be found on the web site: http://dce.mst.edu. Army and Air Force ROTC each offer scholarships. The athletic department offers many grants in various sports. For further information, contact: There’s assistance for you if you’re from Kansas, Michi- Distance and Continuing Education gan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, or Wisconsin. Missouri University of Science and Technology (More details on the Midwest Student Exchange Program 216 University Center are available from the Director of Student Financial Assis- 1870 Miner Circle tance.) Rolla, MO 65409-1560 The Student Financial Assistance Office strongly en- Phone: (573) 341-6222 courages students to keep their expected graduation date Fax: (573) 341-4992 current. Having an incorrect expected graduation date e-mail: [email protected] could affect a student receiving financial aid for a given semester. Contact the Registrar’s Office if you wish to change your expected graduation date. Financial Assistance Missouri S&T Curators’ Scholarship Program Our Mission You must be from a Missouri high school. You must be a Missouri resident and an undergraduate The Student Financial Assistance Office is dedicated student to qualify. to helping families obtain financial funding to pay for a 1) Freshman Scholar. You should rank in the top five college education at the Missouri University of Science percent of your graduating class and have ACT com- and Technology. The Student Financial Assistance Office posite test scores of 28 or better. The value of the also has the responsibility to coordinate many federal, Missouri S&T Curators Freshman Scholarship is General Information — 23

$3,500.00. Renewal is considered automatically and Alumni Sons/Daughters is based on a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or better. If re- newed, you are a Freshman Scholar – Renewal. Scholarship Program 2) Freshman Scholar-Renewals. You must have a cu- (For Non-Missouri Residents) mulative grade point average of 3.25 or better and The Alumni Sons/Daughters Scholarship Program is have completed at least 24 credit hours during the for non-Missouri resident students whose parents grad- previous academic year. uated from Missouri S&T. To qualify, students must be freshman who are in the upper 25 percent of their high University Scholarships school graduating class and have an ACT composite To be considered for the majority of university score of 24 or better. Non-Missouri resident transfer stu- scholarships (i.e. Excellence, Trustees, and Miner) of- dents are eligible, as are non-Missouri resident Missouri fered by the Admissions and Student Financial Assis- S&T upperclass students who have completed 30 hours tance Offices, you must be accepted for admission to of university-level course work and have a cumulative Missouri S&T by Dec. 1 (for early awards) and Feb. 1 (fi- grade point average of 3.2 or higher. A student must nal deadline) if you’re an incoming freshman, or March complete an application to be considered for this schol- 1 if you’re a transfer student. arship. Alumni Sons/Daughters Scholarship applications We will consider you for University scholarships may be received from Missouri S&T’s Student Financial based on information on your admission application (i.e. Assistance Office. ACT/SAT test scores, high school class rank, and high school grade point average). Alumni Grandchildren Scholarship Currently enrolled students are considered auto- Program (For Non-Missouri Residents) matically and a list of all qualified students is provided The Alumni Grandchildren Scholarship Program is by the Admissions Office. for non-Missouri resident students whose grandparents University scholarships include funds provided by graduated from Missouri S&T. To qualify students must the Alumni Association, business firms, foundations, be freshmen who are in the upper 25 percent of their trusts, and friends of Missouri S&T. A faculty committee high school graduating class and have an ACT compos- is responsible for determining which scholarships are ite score of 24 or better. Non-Missouri resident transfer available each year. students are eligible as are non-Missouri resident Mis- Generally, early awards are made by December, the souri S&T upperclass students who have completed 30 final freshman scholarship recipients are selected in Feb- hours of university-level course work and have a cu- ruary. Transfer selections are made in March. Scholarship mulative grade point average of 3.2 or above. A stu- amounts vary from $1,000 to $10,000 per year. Repay- dent must complete an application to be considered for ment is not required; however, recipients are encouraged this scholarship. Alumni Grandchildren Scholarship ap- to support future students by contributing to the scholar- plications may be received from Missouri S&T’s Student ship program when they are financially able. Most schol- Financial Assistance Office. arships are renewable and that renewal is based on the recipient’s academic performance. Renewal is automati- Excellence II, Trustees II & Miner II cally reviewed by the scholarship committee. Scholarship Programs The Missouri Higher Education (For Non-Missouri Residents) Academic “Bright Flight” The Excellence II, Trustees II and Miner II Scholar- Scholarship Program ship Programs will provide a scholarship toward non-Mis- souri resident fees. Qualifications for consideration: The “Bright Flight” Scholarship Program will provide Complete the Missouri S&T Undergraduate Application awards in the amount of $2,000 to eligible entering for Admission & Scholarships. freshman students. To be eligible for this scholarship, a The application priority deadline is Dec. 1 preceding student must: the academic year of enrollment. This scholarship is re- • Be a Missouri resident. newed each academic year for a total of eight semesters • Have a test score in the top 3% of Missouri resi- as long as the student maintains a cumulative GPA of dents. (2007-2008 is ACT enhanced composite 3.25 or higher. score of 31 or better or an SAT score of verbal 770 and math 770 or better) Federal Pell Grant National Merit Scholarships The source of funding is the federal government. • Eligibility: You must have a financial need, be a half- Missouri S&T offers a number of National Merit time student, be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, Scholarships, ranging from $1000 to $2,000 each year and have never received a bachelor’s degree. to students who are classified as “finalists” in the Na- • Amount: Up to $4,731 (during the 2008-2009 aca- tional Merit Scholarship competition. For more informa- demic year) tion on National Merit Scholarships, contact your high • Repayment: None school counselor. • Renewal: Must re-apply, if eligible, each year. 24 — General Information

• Applications: Complete a Free Application for Fed- students may receive up to $8,500 per year. A student eral Student Aid. must be enrolled at least half-time. A FASFA must be completed in order for a student Federal Perkins Loan to receive a FFELP Stafford Loan. Interest does not start This source of funding is from the federal govern- to accrue on Subsidized FFELP Stafford Loans until 6 ment to the university. You must have an established fi- months after a student graduates or ceases to be at nancial need, be at least a half-time student, and a U.S. least a half-time student. citizen or permanent resident. Interest on Unsubsidized Ford Direct Loans begins • Amount: Varies to a maximum of $3,000 per year as soon as the student receives his loan. Interest rate for undergraduate study. for first-time borrowers after 10/01/92 will be variable • Repayment: The Federal Perkins Loans must be re- (T-Bills +3.1%), capped at 8.25%. paid. The repayment begins nine months after leaving school with five percent interest starting at that Other Possibilities time. University Loans Alumni Educational Assistance Program The source of funding is gifts to Missouri S&T from The source of funding is the Alumni Association. the Alumni Association, business firms, foundations, • Eligibility: normally advanced standing and ap- trusts, and friends of Missouri S&T. proval of a special committee. • Eligibility: You must have an established need, be • Amount, repayment, renewal and limitations: at least a half-time student, and a U.S. citizen or per- same as work-study employment. manent resident. • Amount: Varies depending on the stipulations of the Student Diversity Programs loan guidelines. Minority Engineering and Science • Repayment: Repayment begins after you leave Scholarship (MEP) Missouri S&T. This scholarship is designed to encourage and sup- Federal Supplement Educational port under represented minority students (African Opportunity Grant American, Hispanic American, and Native American) who desire to pursue an engineering or science degree. The funds for this program are awarded to students MEP offers a variety of freshmen and transfer scholar- with an extreme need. ships ($1,000-$4,000) and services to students to help • Amount: Varies from $200 to $1,500 per year. foster academic, professional, and personal growth. For • Eligibility: You must be at least a half-time student, more information on MEP scholarships and programs a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and never have please contact us at (573) 341-4212, via email at asks- received a bachelor’s degree. Must complete FAFSA. [email protected] or visit our site at http://sdp.mst.edu. Federal Work-Study (FWS) Women in Science and Engineering The source of funding is from the federal govern- (WISE) ment to the university. All students who have complet- The mission of the WISE program is to meet the ed a FASFA and have an established need will be con- needs of female students within the university commu- sidered automatically for the FWS program, with special nity, with the aim of increasing the number of female consideration given to students from low-income fami- graduates entering the engineering and science work- lies. The FWS program is financial aid that the student force. The WISE office provides a variety of services in- must earn through work. The student is paid above the cluding: $1,000 scholarships for incoming freshmen current minimum wage and usually works an average of and transfer students, student socials, 10 hours per week. The student must be a U.S. citizen professional/technical workshops, and mentoring/net- or permanent resident. working programs. The WISE office also houses a Access Missouri Program women's social lounge, the Society of Women Engineers student office, resource library, computer center, and Full-time Missouri resident undergraduates with ex- conference room for student meetings. To apply for pected family contribution between $2,001 - $12,000. scholarships and obtain more details, contact the WISE • Amount: Varies. To apply, complete FAFSA annually office at: 212 ERL, 573-341-4212, [email protected], by the April 1 deadline. www.mst.edu/~women. FFELP Stafford Loans Athletic Grants The source of funding for the FFELP Stafford Loan For information on athletic programs at Missouri program is provided by lending institutions. The amount S&T, contact: Missouri S&T Athletic Department, Gale can vary depending on the individual student’s need, up Bullman Multi-Purpose Building, Missouri S&T, Rolla, MO to a maximum of $3,500 as a dependent freshman, 65409-0740. Telephone: (573) 341-4175. $4,500 as a dependent sophomore, and $5,500 as a dependent junior, senior, or fifth-year student. Graduate General Information — 25

Music/Theatre Awards Scholarship Reinstatement Policy For more information on music and theatre awards Students who lose a renewable scholarship due to available at Missouri S&T, write: Music/Theatre, 127 not earning the required renewal cumulative grade point Castleman Hall, Missouri S&T, Rolla, MO 65409-0670. average, and are able to raise their cumulative grade point average after the completion of the next academ- Cooperative Training Program ic year (i.e. spring semester) to the renewal cumulative For information on the co-op program at Missouri S&T, grade point average, could have their scholarship rein- contact: Cooperative Training Program, 303 Norwood Hall, stated for the following academic year. Missouri S&T, Rolla, MO 65409-0240. Telephone: (573) It is the scholarship recipient’s responsibility to in- 341-4309. form the Student Financial Assistance Office that he or she meets the renewal cumulative grade point average Transfer Scholarship Program to receive their scholarship for the next academic year. Missouri S&T offers a vast number of scholarships to This notification must be received in writing by the Di- new transfer students who will be enrolling at Missouri rector of Student Financial Assistance prior to the end of S&T. For more information on this scholarship program, the fourth week of classes in the fall semester. contact: Transfer Coordinator, Office of Admission, 106 Once the fourth week of classes in the fall semester Parker Hall, Missouri S&T, Rolla, MO 65409-0250. Tele- has passed, a student can not receive scholarship funds phone: (573) 341-4165. retroactive for the current or previous semesters based upon meeting the renewal cumulative grade point re- Kansas Scholarship quirement. (For Kansas Residents Only) This policy only applies to general operating scholarships. Departmental, Alumni, donor (non-general op- Missouri S&T has a scholarship for Kansas residents erating), and state scholarships will not be affected by to cover non-resident fees for students majoring in ce- this policy. ramic engineering, geological engineering, mining and metallurgy. For more information, contact Mr. Robert W. Financial Aid Satisfactory Progress Whites, Director, Student Financial Assistance, G-1 Policy Parker Hall, Missouri University of Science and Technol- ogy, Rolla, MO. 65409-0930 or call (573) 341-4282. Federal regulations require financial assistance recipients to make satisfactory academic progress toward Missouri Income Tax Deduction their degree in order to continue to receive federal fi- (For Non-Missouri Residents Only) nancial assistance (i.e. Federal Pell Grant, Federal Sup- plemental Educational Opportunity Grant, Federal Non-Missouri residents who pay Missouri income tax Perkins Loan, Federal Work Study, and Federal Ford Di- get a deduction on the non-resident fees up to the rect Student Loans.) Students who enroll full-time (12 amount of Missouri income tax they pay in conjunction or more hours undergraduate, 9 or more hours gradu- with any non-resident scholarship. For more information ate) and do not “pass” 18 hours full-time enrollment contact the Cashier’s Office, G-4 Parker Hall, Missouri during the academic year will jeopardize future federal S&T, Rolla, MO. 65409-1160 or call (573) 341-4194. financial aid eligibility. Federal regulations also require federal assistance recipients to receive their degree in Departmental Scholarships 150% of the time required to receive a degree. Various departments within the university offer a number of scholarships to students majoring in that area. Interested students should contact the depart- Information ment in which they are majoring. Technology (IT) ROTC (Army or Air Force) For more information on the ROTC programs at Mis- Getting Started souri S&T, contact Army ROTC, 301 Harris Hall, Missouri S&T, Rolla, MO 65409-0310. Telephone: (573) 341- Missouri S&T’s Information Technology (IT) Depart- 4744 or Air Force ROTC, 206 Harris Hall, Missouri S&T, ment provides a variety of computing tools and re- Rolla, MO 65409-1450. Telephone: (573) 341-4925. sources to assist with academic and administrative work done at the university. Faculty, staff and students use Graduate Student Aid computers daily to register for classes, communicate Federal Work Study, Federal Perkins Loans, Univer- with friends, send e-mail, collaborate on group projects sity Loans and Ford Direct Loans are available for grad- and research, publish web pages, write reports and find uate students through the Missouri S&T Student Finan- course schedules. cial Assistance Office. Graduate students should contact Computer Accounts the department in which they are majoring for other possibilities for scholarships, grants, fellowships or as- Computer accounts are assigned to students and sistant ships. are used to access various resources at Missouri S&T, 26 — General Information such as the computing network and the computers and Network Facilities Acceptable Use Policy" describes the software in Computer Learning Centers (CLCs). Most ethical and legal responsibilities regarding computing Missouri S&T IT services require an authorized comput- resources. er account (User ID and password) to gain access. The Other computing policies and procedures, including following services are available through IT computer ac- the University of Missouri policies, can be found at counts. http://it.mst.edu/policies/index.html. • E-mail • Network file storage Individually Owned Computers • Personal website storage folders Missouri S&T IT, in conjunction with the Missouri • Access to the campus network, including wireless S&T Bookstore, provides recommendations for sup- networks on campus ported hardware and software to those wishing to purchase for personal use. Setting up Computer Accounts Academic discounts are available for personally New computer accounts can be activated by visiting owned computers and software purchased through the Help Desk website at http://helpdesk.mst.edu and the Missouri S&T Bookstore. Software on university- clicking the New Students menu. owned machines is provided through licensing agreements with various vendors. Leaving Missouri S&T Missouri S&T IT provides Microsoft Outlook to Assigned computer accounts remain active and students free of charge (available from the IT Walk- available for use as long as a student is enrolled in class- In Center on the first floor of the library). McAfee es at Missouri S&T. Additional information regarding ac- Anti-Virus is also available for free download at count maintenance may be found at http://helpdesk.mst.edu/generalinfo/security/an- http://it.mst.edu/policies/index.html by clicking the tivirus.html (login required). "User ID Maintenance" link. Please visit http://www.mstbookstore.com and Students who leave Missouri S&T still retain access click MinerTech for more information on supported to their university email accounts for twelve months. technology and recommended systems. Students who leave the university should notify all email contacts of their pending Missouri S&T email account Connecting to the Network deactivation. Computers in campus residence halls and fraternities or sororities connect to the network through an Eth- Systems and Software ernet connection or via wireless connection. Wireless Missouri S&T IT provides a wide variety of comput- coverage currently extends to over 70 percent of the ing and networking facilities and support. These facili- campus (including the Residential College, providing ties include, but are not limited to the following: great flexibility and convenience for members of the • Windows-based PCs campus community. • Macintosh systems To register a machine on the campus network, sim- • Linux systems ply plugin to an available Ethernet jack and open a web • Computer Learning centers (CLCs) browser. An online registration page will load. Complete • General Purpose Cluster computing the online form and you are ready to access the network. Detailed instructions on connecting to the net- Computer Learning Center work, using either wired or wireless Ethernet, are avail- Computer Learning Centers (CLCs) are computing able at http://helpdesk.mst.edu/generalinfo/net- sites provided to support academic computing and workingindex.html. teaching methodologies. More than 40 CLCs are located Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections are avail- in various buildings around campus. Use of computers able, which allow members of the campus community to and technology in these locations is restricted to Mis- connect to the network while away from campus or trav- souri S&T faculty, staff and students. eling. Additionally, IT provides maintenance and support Special usage policies apply to network connec- for classrooms that use other types of specialized learn- tions. For more information, see the "Policies and Pro- ing technology, such as smart boards, cameras and cedures" web page at http://it.mst.edu/policies/in- clickers. dex.html. In addition, Ethernet cards (both wired and A list of CLC locations, hours of operation and equip- wireless) and cables may be purchased through the Mis- ment is available online at souri S&T Bookstore, which is located in the Havener http://helpdesk.mst.edu/generalinfo/about/tlss.html. Center. Privileges and Responsibilities Emergency Alert System Missouri S&T IT provides access to computing, net- Missouri S&T has a system in place to alert the cam- working and information resources in support of teach- pus community in the event of a campuswide emer- ing, research and other official duties of the university. gency. An email is automatically sent to every univer- Access to the computing resources and facilities is a sity email account, but students, faculty and staff can privilege, not a right. The “Missouri S&T Computing and enter additional contact information and register to re- General Information — 27 ceive emergency alerts via cell phone voicemail or text Qualifications message. For more information, or to register for the Emer- Incoming freshmen are eligible to apply if: gency Alert System, visit http://it.mst.edu/generalin- 1) Their ACT score is 29 or higher/SAT is 1440 or fo/emergencyalert.html. above, & 2) They rank in the top 10% of their high school Getting Help class or have a minimum GPA of 3.5. Incoming transfer students and students currently The Missouri S&T IT Help Desk and the IT Walk-In enrolled at Missouri S&T are eligible to apply if: Center are available to assist the students, faculty and 1) They have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and staff of Missouri S&T in using the different computing 2) A minimum of 24 graded, college-level credits. systems on campus. Help is available on a wide range of items, including New Student Honors Seminar Windows-based PCs, Macintosh systems and Linux workstations and the supported software on these sys- To participate in Honors Academy, students partic- tems. ipate in New Student Honors Seminar their first year at Members of the campus community may call 573- Missouri S&T. During the fall semester, participating 341-HELP or access the online Help Request system at students have the opportunity to meet the Curator's help.mst.edu. Hours of operation are available by visit- Teaching Professors and are provided an introduction to ing research opportunities at Missouri S&T. During the http://helpdesk.mst.edu/generalinfo/about/index.html. spring semester, students have the opportunity to attend a leadership development conference and presen- Internet Resources tations by invited speakers. In addition, students have • IT Press Blog (breaking IT news, updates, etc.) – the opportunity to participate in social activities with http://itpress.mst.edu faculty members and other Honors Academy scholars. • Online Help Request – http://help.mst.edu To participate, students enroll for "HONORS SEMI- • Missouri S&T campus gateway- NAR" during their PRO session. (Transfer students may http://www.mst.edu join New Student Honors Seminar during either the Fall • IT Help Desk – http://helpdesk.mst.edu or Spring semester.) • IT Department Homepage – http://it.mst.edu • IT Security - http://helpdesk.mst.edu/generalin- Honors Academy (Sophomore-Senior fo/security/index.html Year) • Campus Library – http://library.mst.edu • Joe'SS (student web portal) – http://joess.mst.edu Following their first year, Honors Academy students University Communications to must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5 to continue their participation in the program. Honors Academy students Students will enroll in and complete 15 credit hours of "Honors" Each student, once initially registered for classes, course work to include 12 hours of "Honors" course will be issued a Missouri S&T e-mail account with an ad- work and 3 hours of Senior Project. The "Honors" course dress on the mst.edu domain. This is the account used designation is based on extra work conducted in regular for official University business and official University Missouri S&T courses wherein the instructor agrees to communications to students. Students are expected to approve and oversee the effort. regularly check their Missouri S&T e-mail account for Course requirements: One course must be outside University communications and are responsible for com- of the major field of study. During the senior year, Hon- munications sent to this account. Therefore, communi- ors Academy students will complete 3 hours of Senior cations sent to this account will be considered to have Thesis/Project. No more than 3 credit hours may be in- fulfilled any University obligation for notification. dividual study courses (300, 302 & 390). The Honors Academy Honors Distinctions Honors Academy students who graduate with a 3.5 The Missouri S&T Honors Academy offers students GPA or better and have at least 15 credit hours of "Hon- the opportunity to be a part of a community of out- ors" course credits will earn the distinction of "Honors standing scholars who are seeking an enhanced educa- Academy Fellow" at graduation. This distinction will be tional experience. noted on their diploma, transcript, and commencement At Missouri S&T, Honors Academy students are rec- program. For more information, please contact the Of- ognized for their academic excellence and are provided fice of Undergraduate Studies at (573) 341-7276. with individualized attention and opportunities to establish leadership development skills, interact with faculty International Affairs members, and participate in special projects including undergraduate research, service learning, and other The Office of International Affairs (IA) coordinates beneficial experiences. international activities, administers all matters involving immigration for international students and scholars, and 28 — General Information provides advisement services to the University’s inter- • Fachhochschule Aachen (Germany) national population. • Kutaisi State Technical University (Republic of Georgia) The Office of International Affairs is responsible for • University of the Western Cape (South Africa) the recruitment of international students, and serves as a • Harbin University of Technology (China) direct contact with U.S. government agencies, embassies, See “Missouri London Program” section for other study consulates, and the private sector concerning internation- abroad opportunities. al activities. The office serves as the campus home for international student exchange programs and the majority Intensive English Program (IEP) of study abroad activities (see section on Study Abroad The Intensive English Program (IEP) at the Missouri Programs). In addition, the Office assists faculty wishing University of Science and Technology provides intensive to travel or work overseas, and offers special educational instruction in the English language for international stu- and training programs, both domestically and abroad. dents whose proficiency in the language is insufficient The Office of International Affairs coordinates and for full-time academic admission to Missouri S&T. administers Missouri S&T’s Applied Language Institute, The IEP offers 20 hours of non-credit course work which houses the University’s Intensive English Pro- per week in all aspects of language learning – pronun- gram. The Office is also responsible for the organization ciation, reading comprehension, vocabulary develop- of international protocol activities, and monitors the ment, grammar, writing, listening comprehension, status of Missouri S&T international linkage agree- speaking interaction, and note-taking. The program ments. provides instruction at four proficiency levels: Beginning English, General English, Introduction to Academic Eng- International Student Sponsored lish, and English for Academic Purposes. Student Program All international students who have not satisfied the A full range of services for sponsored international University’s language-proficiency requirements are re- students is provided through the Office of International quired to complete IEP’s assessment testing, which is Affairs. International students sponsored by interna- comprised of four parts: tional agencies receive special services, and are Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency charged $250 per semester per student administrative (MTELP) A standardized test that evaluates abilities in fee. Individual students desiring to take advantage of grammar, reading comprehension, and vocabulary. these special services may apply for sponsored student Test of Writing Proficiency (TWP) A locally de- status. veloped test that evaluates abilities to write clear, well- Details on the current sponsored student program organized English based on nationally developed guide- and costs are available upon request from the Office of lines. International Affairs, 103 Norwood Hall, Rolla, Missouri Oral Proficiency Evaluation (ORE) A locally de- 65409-0160. veloped test that evaluates abilities to speak English clearly based on nationally developed guidelines. Mandatory Health Insurance for Test of Listening Proficiency (TLP) A locally de- International Students veloped test that evaluates abilities to understand spoken English, especially in a classroom setting. All international students are required to purchase Students who perform well on all tests may be ap- Missouri S&T international student health insurance as a proved immediately for academic course work at the condition of their enrollment. This includes all F-1 and J- University. Other students are enrolled in IEP course 1 visa holders. In addition, the J-2 dependents of the J- work, and may then complete the series of tests again at 1 visa holders are required to purchase international the end of the semester. Recommendations for promo- student health insurance. Student insurance premiums tion into a higher level of the IEP or for advancement into are charged to the student’s Missouri S&T Cashier’s ac- university course work are made by the IEP’s academic count. coordinator based on student testing and faculty input. For more information on the mandatory health in- Student’s who enroll in the IEP must complete that surance requirement, contact the Office of Internation- program to the satisfaction of its director and academic al Affairs, 103 Norwood Hall, 573-341-4208. coordinator (i.e. satisfy all completion requirements) before being allowed to enroll full-time in university Study Abroad Programs course work. A student may enroll in a reduced univer- The Office of International Affairs coordinates study sity load (in conjunction with IEP course work) with the abroad opportunities for Missouri S&T students. Stu- approval of both his/her academic department and the dents may choose from a variety of exchange programs. director of the IEP. Credit toward the student’s Missouri S&T degree pro- Ordinarily, the IEP is open only to students who in- gram may be awarded for study abroad experience with tend to pursue study at Missouri S&T, and who have pre-approval. The following provides a sample listing of been conditionally admitted to the University. If space institutions with which Missouri S&T has current study exists, international students already admitted to Mis- abroad agreements: souri S&T and already taking course work may enroll in • Hautes Etudes Commercials Liege (Belgium) IEP courses to improve their English. In addition, inter- • Provincial Hogeschool Limburg (The Netherlands) national persons with no academic affiliation with the • Satakunta Polytechnic (Finland) University may be considered for admittance for Inten- General Information — 29 sive English Students. packages, graphics manipulation programs, poster Testing fees and program costs can be obtained by printing, and laminating. contacting the number below. For more information on Missouri S&T is a selective depository for United the IEP, contact the Office of International Affairs (IA), States and Missouri government documents. The library 103 Norwood Hall, Missouri University of Science and receives a wide selection of print, microform, and elec- Technology, Rolla, MO 65409-0160. Phone: (573) 341- tronic materials from the Government Printing Office 6328 Fax: (573) 341-6356. E-mail address is and other agencies. A large percentage of all new gov- [email protected]. ernment publications are now available online. Links to government sources can be found on the library’s government publications web page. The full text of many Curtis Laws Wilson online government documents is also accessible through the library catalog. Library: Gateway to Through interlibrary loan, the Missouri S&T collection is supplemented by materials owned by other li- Information braries throughout the United States. Wilson Library is usually able to borrow those materials needed by stu- As the primary learning resource center for the Mis- dents from other libraries. souri S&T Campus, Wilson Library provides services and Yesterday’s library was a collection of books, and materials to support the University’s academic pro- the information universe was fairly static. Today’s li- grams. In addition to providing students with access to brary has become a dynamic resource center, where research resources, the library is a place where students books and journals coexist with online databases and can develop the information seeking and management Web-based resources. The information universe is no skills that are necessary to excel in an information- longer limited to Missouri S&T’s physical campus. As based society. student and faculty information skills become more crit- Missouri S&T is known as Missouri’s premier tech- ically important, Wilson Library will continue to be Mis- nological research university; Wilson Library is equally souri S&T’s gateway to the ever-expanding world of in- well known for its strong science and technology collec- formation. Students are encouraged to explore the li- tion. The humanities and social science collections have brary’s homepage at http://library.mst.edu. also grown to support programs in those areas. The print collection consists of approximately 467,000 vol- umes and around 760 scholarly and popular journals. Maastricht Center for Print resources are supplemented by many other materials, including DVDs, videos, CDs, and CD-ROMs. Nu- Transatlantic Studies merous online resources are also available via the Web from the library homepage. Maastricht, The Wilson Library makes every effort to provide Mis- souri S&T students with access to state-of-the-art library Netherlands technologies. In 1983, Missouri S&T was the first campus in the University of Missouri system to implement an Missouri S&T, along with sixteen universities from online public access catalog. The current catalog, called the United States, Europe and Mexico, work together to MERLIN, shows the library’s holdings and links to elec- send qualified students for a period of study in Maas- tronic full-text items. The library catalog not only lets tricht, The Netherlands. Maastricht is the southern most students look at Missouri S&T’s holdings but also allows city of The Netherlands and has served as a crossroads them to search, view, and borrow from the collections at between the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium and the three other University of Missouri campuses. In ad- France. Courses are taught in 3-1/2 week blocks, allow- dition to the MERLIN library catalog, patrons can access ing ample opportunity for travel to surrounding areas of MOBIUS (Missouri Bibliographic Information User Sys- Europe. Students and faculty live in a centralized com- tem), in which they are able to browse and borrow from munity that contributes significantly to their intercultur- over 60 Missouri libraries which are linked by a daily al experience. Students may attend the program for the courier service that speeds the exchange of materials fall semester, spring semester, or the entire year. within the consortium. These catalogs are complement- You are eligible for the program if you have a cu- ed by databases that cover a wide range of subject ar- mulative grade point average of 2.50. All courses of- eas. They are available through the library’s webpage or fered in the MCTS can be used for credit toward grad- in the library. uation. Courses from a variety of subjects are avail- In the library’s Multimedia Center, which was made able, and can be generally divided into the social sci- possible by a grant from the Emerson Electric Company, ences, humanities and business. Each course is de- the library ceases to be a repository for information and signed to reflect a comparative, transatlantic per- becomes a laboratory where students are active partic- spective that allows for insight for students from the ipants in the creation and manipulation of information. different nationalities. Students have access to state of the art technologies, Cost of the program includes regular Missouri S&T including non-linear video editing, scanners, illustration fees plus a non-academic program fee that includes room, food, computer lab, books, and field trips. Stu- 30 — General Information dents eligible for financial aid at Missouri S&T may be room, meals, and transportation to and from camp. able to apply this aid to the MCTS. Successful completion of the LDAC is required prior to For more information, contact the Director of MCTS, commissioning. G-4 Humanities/Social Sciences Building, Missouri S&T, Rolla, MO 65409-0570, Telephone (573) 341-4869. Army Schools There are summer opportunities for selected students to attend the following Army schools: Military Science Airborne School – A three-week school that teach- (Army ROTC) es the fundamentals of Army parachute jumping. After initial training, students make at least five actual Reserves Officers’ Training Corps jumps (two Hollywood jumps, two full combat jumps, and one night jump). Army ROTC is the primary source of officers for the Air Assault School – A physically and mentally de- U.S. Army, the Army Reserve, and the Army National manding two-week school that teaches the funda- Guard. Army ROTC has been a part of the MSM/Missouri mentals of employing Army helicopters in support of S&T campus since 1919. Over 2,700 officers have front line units. In addition to helicopter rappelling, earned their commissions as lieutenants in the U.S. students learn various techniques to balance loads in Army through ROTC at Missouri S&T. Eleven of these a helicopter and to configure various sling loads for have become generals. Thousands of other students large equipment. Training and testing are done in a have received leadership training provided by the De- stressful environment. partment of Military Science, and applied it to their civil- Mountain Warfare School – A challenging three- ian careers. week school in which students learn and practice the Army ROTC is a four-year program divided into two principles of military operations in mountainous terrain. parts – the Basic Course and the Advanced Course. The Safety, climbing, rappelling, stealth, survival, communi- Basic Course is normally taken during the freshman and cations, and physical conditioning are emphasized. sophomore years, although these classes are open to Northern Warfare – An invigorating three-week any student on campus. No military commitment is in- school in Alaska where students learn and practice the curred in the Basic Course unless students are contract- techniques of military operations in extremely cold cli- ed on our scholarship. Subjects taught include leader- mates. The course emphasizes safety, survival, trans- ship and management development, communications, portation, and communications. land navigation, military history, small unit tactics, survival techniques, marksmanship, drill and ceremonies, Two Year Program military courtesy, discipline, and customs. Students may only enter the advanced courses if they have con- There is a special two-year program for community tracted to do so. and junior college graduates and students at Missouri All students enrolled at Missouri S&T can take any of S&T who have not taken part in Army ROTC during their the Basic Military Science classes without further enroll- first two college years. Students can enter this program ment or obligation to ROTC or the Army. and qualify for the Advanced Course by successfully After completing the Basic Course, selected stu- completing a four-week Leader’s Training Course (LTC), dents may enroll in the Advanced Course during the fi- for which they receive pay. The LTC replaces and is the nal two years of college. Instruction in this program in- equivalent to the Basic Course (the first two years of the cludes further leadership development, ethics and pro- regular four-year ROTC program). fessionalism, principles of war and military justice. Dur- Scholarships ing the Advanced Course, cadets are provided hands-on leadership experience in various kinds of leadership po- Army ROTC offers scholarships for four, three and sitions within the cadet chain of command. Campus and two years. Four-year scholarships are awarded on a na- laboratory instructions are reinforced with weekend tionwide competitive basis to U.S. citizens who will be field training exercises (usually one per semester). entering college as freshmen. Four-year scholarship ap- Cadets in the Advanced Course receive uniforms and a plications are available from April 1 to December 1. subsistence allowance of up to $5,000 each year, in ad- Four-year scholarship applications can be obtained by dition to other potential benefits to help defray the cost applying online at http://armyrotc.com/. of their education. Three and two-year scholarships are awarded com- Cadets in the Advanced Courses must attend a five- petitively to students who are already enrolled in col- week Leader Development and Assessment Course lege. Students who attend the LTC before entering the (LDAC) normally held during the summer between their two-year program may also compete for two-year junior and senior years. This camp permits cadets to scholarships while at camp. Four, three, and two-year further refine and put into practice the principles, theo- scholarships are available for active duty Army enlisted ries, and skills they have acquired. LDAC includes lead- personnel on a competitive basis. ership, tactics, marksmanship, land navigation, physical All ROTC scholarships pay full college tuition and training, and many other leadership and military skills. mandatory educational fees, plus $900.00 per year for Cadets receive a salary during LDAC, as well as free miscellaneous fees, textbooks, supplies, and equipment. Each scholarship also provides a subsistence allowance of up to $5,000 each year the scholarship is in General Information — 31 effect. All students who receive a scholarship through en your appreciation of literature, drama, history, art, the (Army) Reserve Officer Training Corps Program at and historical roots of the American political system the Missouri University of Science and Technology will through direct contact with British culture. receive an additional $2,000 scholarship from Missouri Cost of the program includes regular Missouri S&T S&T their first academic year, and each following year fees plus a non-academic program fee that includes ac- they retain their ROTC scholarship. commodations in London, a weekly program of cultural Four-year scholarship recipients incur a military ob- and social activities, membership in the Student’s Union ligation at the beginning of their sophomore year. Three of the Imperial College, membership in the Kensington and two-year scholarship recipients incur an obligation Public Library, and subsidized course-related excur- concurrently with the commencement of their scholar- sions. Students eligible for financial assistance at Mis- ship benefits. After commissioning and graduation, souri S&T may be able to apply this aid to the MLP. For Army ROTC scholarship recipients serve in the military. information, contact the Director of the Missouri London This is normally fulfilled by serving on active duty up to Program, G-4 Humanities-Social Sciences Building, Mis- four years, followed by service in the Army National souri S&T, Rolla, MO 65409-0570, Telephone (573) 341- Guard, Army Reserve or Individual Ready Reserve for 4869. the remainder of the eight year obligation. It may also be fulfilled by serving eight years in the ARNG or USAR, Missouri London Program Business which includes a three to six-month active duty period Internship for initial training. Students entering today’s corporate world need to Reserve Forces Duty be more prepared than ever to deal with current international issues. While many of these issues can be Under the ROTC-Reserve Forces Duty Scholarship discussed at a certain level in the classroom, future Program, a limited number of two and three-year schol- employers recognize the necessity of hands-on expe- arships are also available to students who desire to rience to truly understand the role these issues play in serve with the Army Reserve or the Army National business. The Business Internship in London program Guard in lieu of extended active duty. is run in conjunction with the Missouri London Pro- The Simultaneous Membership Program permits a gram. The Internship is supervised field experience in cadet to combine service in the Army Reserve or Na- a British business or organization. Projects include a tional Guard as an officer trainee with participation in variety of tasks such as market research, product pro- ROTC, and be paid for both. Federal and State Tuition motion, analysis/system design, feasibility studies, Assistance, as well as other Financial benefits, are avail- cost/benefit analysis, strategy evaluation, business able to qualified Guard and Reserve members. plan development, and others. All internships are Details about the Army ROTC program may be ob- non-paying positions. tained at the Miner ROTC Battalion, 301 Harris Hall. Cost of the program includes regular Missouri S&T (341-4744). fees plus a non academic program fee which includes Missouri Consortium for accommodations in London, a weekly program of cultural and social activities, membership in the Student’s International Studies (MOCON) Union of the Imperial College, membership in the Kens- The Missouri University of Science and Technology ington Public Library, and subsidized course-related ex- is a member of the Missouri Consortium for Interna- cursions. Students eligible for financial assistance at tional Programs and Studies (MOCON). As a member Missouri S&T may be able to apply this aid to the MLP of MOCON, Missouri S&T is able to offer its students Business Internship. several unique study abroad opportunities. For more information contact the MLP Director, G-4 Humanities/Social Sciences Building, Missouri S&T, Rol- Missouri London la, MO 65409-0570. Telephone 573-341-4869. Program New Student Programs Semester in London Missouri S&T has joined eight other Missouri univer- New Student Programs, an office of Enrollment sities in offering qualified students a semester of study Management, is responsible for the campus orientation in London, England. The Missouri London Program programs, which includes Preview, Registration and Ori- (MLP) offers a core of courses taught by faculty from the entation (PRO); Opening Week Orientation; Transfer participating universities. Orientation; Student Mentors; and PRO Leaders. New You are eligible to participate in the program if you Student Programs serves to orient and welcome new have a cumulative grade point average of 2.50. Some students to Missouri S&T; facilitates the transition to parts of the MLP require higher grade point averages. All college life through interactions with faculty/staff mem- courses offered in the MLP can be used for credit toward bers, peers and upperclassmen; provides information graduation. The MLP offers you the opportunity to deep- concerning resources on campus; builds the foundation 32 — General Information for future success; and introduces the concepts of proof Energy (DOE) located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. fessional development and leadership. ORAU works with its member institutions to help their During a one-day PRO session in the spring or sum- students and faculty gain access to federal research mer, incoming students take placement exams, learn facilities throughout the country; to keep its members more about student success, campus resources, living informed about opportunity for fellowship, scholarship, options, obtain Missouri S&T ID cards, open computer and research appointments; and to organize research accounts, and meet with an academic advisor to deter- alliances among its members. mine their fall class schedules. Opening Week Orienta- Through the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Ed- tion takes place the week before fall classes. This pro- ucation (ORISE), the DOE facility that ORAU operates, gram includes New Student Convocation, participation undergraduates, graduates, postgraduates, as well as in student mentor groups, academic workshops, team faculty enjoy access to a multitude of opportunities for projects, and activities that focus on academic, profes- study and research. Students can participate in pro- sional, personal, and social development. grams covering a wide variety of disciplines including PRO Leaders are a selected group of students for business, earth sciences, epidemiology, engineering, the New Student Programs Office with primary duties physics, geological sciences, pharmacology, ocean sci- consisting of, assisting with planning and executing pro- ences, biomedical sciences, nuclear chemistry, and grams for new students during PRO and Opening Week. mathematics. Appointment and program lengths range New Student Programs office also operates the Uni- from one month to four years. Many of these programs versity’s “Miner Card” ID system services. are especially designed to increase the number of under-represented minority students pursing degrees in science- and engineering- related disciplines. A compre- Nuclear Reactor hensive listing of these programs and other opportunities, their disciplines, and details on locations and ben- The Missouri S&T Nuclear Reactor is a Nuclear Reg- efits can be found at: http://www.orau.gov/orise/educ.htm, ulatory Commission (NRC) licensed 200 kilowatt pool- or by calling either of the contacts below. type reactor that is used to support the engineering and ORAU’s Office of Partnership Development seeks science activities on campus. Using the facility, the re- opportunities for partnerships and alliances among actor staff provides hands-on laboratory, research and ORAU’s members, private industry, and major federal development, and project opportunities. The reactor it- facilities. Activities include faculty development pro- self uses uranium fuel and is cooled by natural convec- grams, such as the Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty En- tion in a pool containing approximately 30,000 gallons hancement Awards, the Visiting Industrial Scholars Pro- of water. The reactor generates a brilliant blue glow gram, consortium research funding initiatives, faculty (Cerenkov radiation) when operated at higher powers. research, and support programs as well as services to The open pool design allows access to the reactor chief research officers. core where experiments and samples to be irradiated For more information about ORAU and its programs, can be positioned. The facility is equipped with a pneu- contact: K. Krishnamurthy, Vice Provost for Research, matics sample irradiation system, a neutron beam port Sponsored Programs, ORAU Counselor for Missouri Uni- that provides a collimate neutron beam, a thermal col- versity of Science and Technology (573) 341-4154; umn that provides a diffused thermal neutron source, Monnie E. Champion, ORAU Corporate Secretary (865) gamma spectroscopy system, and computer data acqui- 576-3306; or visit the ORAU Home Page (http://www.orau.org). sition and control systems. The reactor is open to the greater campus community and offers an active (operations) licensure program Office of the Registrar for interested students and others. The facility hosts numerous projects that actively engage students of various backgrounds: some recent projects include activi- Mission Statement ties in: 1) applied robotics, 2) applied biometrics, 3) The primary mission of the Office of the Registrar is photolytically induced material development, 4) radia- to insure the accuracy, integrity, and security of the action tolerance of electronic chips, 5) instrumentation ademic records of the Missouri University of Science and and sensors, 6) convective heat transfer and multiphase Technology. In addition, the Office will strive to provide flows and so on. We encourage you to contact the facil- quality service to students, alumni, faculty, staff, and ity for additional information. other constituents of the University. To this end, the Of- fice will attempt to utilize available technology to deliver services and information in an efficient manner. Further, Oak Ridge Associated the Office will seek to interpret and apply the academic policies and regulations of the Univeristy for the benefit Universities (ORAU) of the institution and its constituents. Since 1981, students and faculty of the Missouri Absence from Class University of Science and Technology have benefited from its membership in Oak Ridge Associated Univer- Work missed due to absence from class must be sities (ORAU). ORAU is a consortium of 91 colleges and made up to the satisfaction of the instructor concerned. universities and a contractor for the U.S. Department Excessive absences from class may result in the student General Information — 33 being dropped from the course at the request of his or available to persons other than law enforcement her instructor. officials of the same jurisdiction. C) In the case of persons who are employed by the Application for Graduation university but are not in attendance at the uni- Students planning on graduating must do the versity, records made and maintained in the following: normal course of business which relate exclu- • Fill out an Application for Graduation form at the sively to such person and person’s capacity as Registrar’s office. an employee where the records are not avail- • Submit this application to the Registrar’s Office for able for any other purpose. processing. D) All records on any university students which are • Check application deadlines for the semester in created and maintained by a physician, psychi- which you are applying for graduation. atrist, psychologist, or other recognized professional or paraprofessional acting in his or her Certification of Enrollment Status professional or paraprofessional capacity, or as- Certifications of enrollment status to lending agen- sisting in that capacity, and which are created, cies should be requested through the Registrar’s Office maintained, or used only in connection with the either by visiting 103 Parker Hall or using the form provision of treatment to the student, and are located at: http://registrar.mst.edu/documents/cert- not available to anyone other than persons pro- let.pdf. Certification of full-time or half-time status is viding such treatment, provided, however, that based on the number of credit hours for which the stu- such records can be personally reviewed by a dent is enrolled and includes courses in which the stu- physician or other appropriate professional of dent is enrolled as a hearer, with one exception. Hear- the student’s choice. er courses are not included for international student sta- 2) The Missouri University of Science and Technology tus, as defined by SEVIS. recognizes “Directory Information” to be the stu- For undergraduate students, full-time is based on at dent’s name, e-mail address, address, telephone least 12 credit hours; half-time is at least six credit listing (including local and permanent address), hours during the regular fall and spring term. For the date and place of birth, major field of study, partic- summer term: full-time is six credit hours and half-time ipation in officially recognized activities and sports, is at least three credit hours. weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, Confidentiality Policy: The Family the most recent previous educational agency or in- Educational Rights and Privacy Act stitution attended by a student, student level, and full- or part-time status. All students must inform of 1974 (FERPA) the Registrar’s Office before the end of the two- These statements are set forth as guidelines and week period following the first day of classes that procedures to implement the University of Missouri Pol- this information should not be released without the icy on student records developed from The Family Edu- student’s prior consent. The information listed cational Rights of Privacy Act 1974. above will become directory information as of the The Missouri University of Science and Technology first day of classes following the end of the one- as charged in the Act will annually inform its eligible stu- week period during the summer session. dents by including in the Academic Regulations and the 3) Missouri University of Science and Technology stu- General Catalog the following information: dents have access to the educational records iden- 1) “Educational Records” are those records, files, doc- tified in Paragraph 1 above. In accordance with Pub. uments, and other materials which contain informa- L. 93-380, as amended, the Missouri University of tion directly related to a student and are maintained Science and Technology will not make available to by the university. Those records made available un- students the following material: der The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of A) Financial records of the parents of students or 1974 are student financial aid, the student’s muta- any information contained therein. tive advisement file, student health records, disci- B) Confidential letters and statements of recom- plinary record, the admissions file, and the academ- mendation which were placed in the education ic record. The Missouri University of Science and records prior to January 1, 1975, if such letters Technology “Educational Records” do not include: or statements are not used for the purpose A) Records of instructional, supervisory, and ad- other than those for which they were specifical- ministrative personnel and educational person- ly intended. nel ancillary thereof which are in the sole pos- C) Confidential recommendations respecting ad- session of the maker thereof and which are not mission to the university, application for em- accessible or revealed to any other person ex- ployment, and receipt of an honor or honorary cept a substitute. recognition, where the student has signed a B) The records and documents of the University of waiver of the student’s rights of access as pro- Missouri Police Department that are maintained vided in 6.0404 the University Policy on Student solely for law enforcement purposes and are not Records. 34 — General Information

4) The director of financial aid, the appropriate aca- efit relating to the student or student’s family, such demic department chair, the director of the student as health care, counseling, job placement or finan- health service, the vice chancellor for student af- cial aid. fairs, the director of admissions, and the registrar 10)If any material or document in the educational are the officials responsible for the maintenance of record of a student includes information on more each type of record listed in Paragraph 1. than one student, they may inspect and review only 5) Any student may, upon request, review his or her such part of such material or document as relates to records and if inaccurate information is included, him or her or to be informed of the specific infor- may request the expunging of such information mation contained in such part of such material. from his or her file. Such inaccurate information will 11)Students desiring reproduction of copies of educa- then be expunged upon authorization of the official tional records will be charged $.10 per page. Official responsible for the file. copies of transcripts are $7.00 per copy for current- 6) Students desiring to challenge the content of their ly enrolled students and alumni. record may request an opportunity for a hearing to challenge the content of his or her educational Schedule of Classes record in order to ensure that the record is not in- The most current information regarding the sched- accurate, misleading or otherwise in violation of the ule of classes is located at http://registrar.mst.edu/clas- privacy or other rights of the student, and to provide sofferings/index.html. an opportunity for the correction of deletion of any such inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise inappro- Course Information priate data contained therein and to insert into such The number in parentheses following the name of records a written explanation respecting the content the course indicates the number of credit hours given of such records. for successfully completing the course. It also reflects 7) The university official charged with custody of the the section type; for example, (LEC 3.0) designates a records will attempt to settle informally any dis- lecture course of three hours credit; (LAB 1.0) desig- putes with any student regarding the content of the nates a laboratory course of one-hour credit and (IND university’s educational records through informal 0.0-15.0) designates independent study or research meeting and discussions with the student. with variable hours. A lecture credit hour is usually the 8) Upon request of the student or the university official credit granted for satisfactorily passing a course of ap- charged with custody of the records of the student, proximately 15 classroom hours. A laboratory course of a formal hearing shall be conducted, as follows: one-hour credit would normally meet three classroom A) The request for a hearing shall be submitted in hours per week for 15 weeks. writing to the campus chancellor who will ap- Three credit hour courses normally meet 50 min- point a hearing officer of a hearing committee to utes three times per week, or 75 minutes twice a week, conduct the hearing. for 15 weeks. The time in class is the same in each case. B) The hearing shall be conducted and decided If you have two classes in succession, there should be within a reasonable period of time following the at least 10 minutes between classes. Classes meeting request for the hearing. The parties shall be en- Monday-Wednesday-Friday will normally begin on the titled to 10 days prior written notice of the item hour. Classes meeting Tuesday-Thursday will normally and place of the hearing. alternate between the hour and half hour, beginning at C) The hearing shall be conducted and the decision 8:00 a.m. In addition, there is an Academic Free hour rendered by an appointed hearing official or of- 12:00-1:00 on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. ficials who shall not have a direct interest in the Students must have completed the stated prerequi- outcome of the hearing. site(s) for the course for admission to the course or ob- D) The decision shall be rendered in writing within tain the ‘Consent of the Instructor’ of the course. a reasonable period of time after the conclusion of the hearing. Course Numbers E) Either part may appeal the decision of the hear- This section has been prepared to give you a listing ing official or officials to the campus chancellor. and description of the approved undergraduate courses Appeal from the chancellor’s decision is to the at the Missouri University of Science and Technology. president of the Board of Curators. Courses listed are those approved at the time this pub- 9) The Missouri University of Science and Technology lication went to press. Changes are made at regular in- may permit access to or release the educational tervals. Electronic catalog descriptions, which are up- records without the written consent to a school offi- dated during the academic year, are available through cial with legitimate educational interest. A school of- Joe’SS at http://registrar.mst.edu. This will enable you ficial is determined to have legitimate educational to keep abreast of new course additions. For current in- interest if the information requested is necessary formation on when courses are available, consult class for that official to (a) perform appropriate tasks that offerings available through the Office of the Registrar are specified in his or her position or by a contract website at: http://registrar.mst.edu/classofferings. agreement; (b) perform a task related to a stu- 0-99 Courses normally taken by freshman and dent’s education; (c) perform a task related to the sophomores. May not be used as any part of a discipline of a student; (d) provide a service or ben- graduate degree program. General Information — 35

100-199 Courses normally taken by upper-class Students are responsible for knowing and meeting students. May not be used as any part of a degree requirements stated in the current Undergradu- graduate degree program. ate Catalog at the time of their initial enrollment as 200-299 Upper-class and restricted graduate freshmen. A student whose initial enrollment is in the courses. Courses so numbered do not give summer will use the catalog current the following fall. A graduate credit for an advanced degree in the student whose initial enrollment is in the spring will use field of the department offering the course. the catalog current the previous fall. Because of the rap- 300-399 Upper-class and graduate courses. Not id changes in the world today, the Faculty may feel it is restricted as to the major subject of the stu- in the best interests of the University’s students to make dent. changes in their degree requirements. In the event of such changes after a student enters Missouri S&T, that Student levels student will be required to satisfy the new degree re- 0-29 hours Freshman quirements, provided the following conditions are met: 30-59 hours Sophomore 1) The total hours required to graduate cannot be in- 60-89 hours Junior creased for a continuously enrolled student, without 90 hours Senior that student’s permission. 2) The total number of semesters needed to graduate Degree Requirements/Catalog Year cannot be increased for a continuously enrolled stu- The semester (term) that you enter college, after dent, without that student’s permission. graduation from high school, is stored in the Missouri 3) A new course cannot be substituted for an old S&T Student Information System database. This per- course which a continuously enrolled student has al- manent record is referred to as your catalog year and ready satisfactorily completed, without that stu- provides the definition of the catalog of graduation that dent’s permission. describes the degree requirements that you should fol- Transfer students from community colleges or other low to reach your degree goal. Your catalog year can universities will complete the Missouri S&T degree re- change if you do not remain continuously enrolled. The quirements in effect at the time of their initial enroll- Academic Council, on April 26, 1990, addressed the is- ments at their community colleges or universities. If sue of students who discontinue enrollment with the fol- there are changes in Missouri S&T degree requirements lowing regulation: after such students’ initial enrollments at their commu- Students are responsible for knowing and meeting nity colleges or universities, the rules stated above ap- degree requirements stated in the Undergraduate Cata- ply. log, current at the time of their initial enrollment as Missouri S&T Grade Reports on the freshmen. Transfers from community colleges and other universities are permitted to complete degree re- Web quirements in effect at the time of their enrollment as Students may obtain their grades on the web freshmen at the community college or university. Stu- through Joe’SS. Students who desire a paper copy of dents may elect to graduate under the most recent de- their grade report should contact the Registrar’s office. gree requirements. Students who interrupt their enrollment for two Grading System consecutive semesters, excluding summer sessions, The following system of grades is used: must meet the degree requirements in effect at the A-Excellent ...... 4 Grade Points per Credit Hour time of readmission. Students who interrupt their en- B-Superior ...... 3 Grade Points per Credit Hour rollment for extenuating circumstances may appeal C-Medium ...... 2 Grade Points per Credit Hour this regulation to the chair person of the degree-grant- D-Inferior ...... 1 Grade Points per Credit Hour ing department. The chair person will notify the Regis- F-Failure ...... 0 Grade Points per Credit Hour trar’s office if the student’s original catalog of gradua- I-Incomplete tion is reinstated. Non-enrolled students who intend to complete the S-Satisfactory (Indicates credit has been earned for degree requirements by transferring work from another course scheduled) institution or through correspondence courses must do U-Unsatisfactory (Indicates credit has not been so within a year of leaving Missouri S&T. Otherwise, stu- earned for course scheduled) dents who exceed this time limitation must meet the de- Grades of “S” and “U” are permitted only for orien- gree requirements in effect at the time of graduation. tation courses, seminars, special problems, special The person may appeal to the chair person of the degree readings, independent study courses (numbered 200, granting department to reinstate the catalog in effect 300, 350, and 390), and pass/fail courses. Standard during the last term enrolled. grades also may be used for all of the above courses ex- In order to meet accrediting standards and to up- cept the pass/fail courses. grade course offerings, the degree requirements speci- Effective Spring of 2001 the incomplete grade time fied by your catalog can be changed by the faculty un- limit will require the student to complete the course der certain conditions. On October 29, 1992 the Aca- work in which they are deficient within one calendar demic Council approved the following regulations spec- year from the close of the semester in which the “I” ifying these conditions: 36 — General Information grade was recorded. Incomplete grades recorded prior sonal items to give their room their own individual to Spring Semester 2001 must be removed by the tenth touch. Each community has its own study room and TV week (five weeks of summer school) of the next term lounge. Other facilities in the residence hall include enrolled or they will be changed to “F” grades by the laundry facilities, computer learning centers, fitness Registrar’s Office rooms, meeting areas, game rooms, and vending machines, depending on the complex. Pass/Fail Courses The residence hall communities are administered Grading options cannot be changed after the end of with input from students. Each complex has its own two weeks of class. “S” and “U” grades are used for governing body and the Residence Hall Association pass/fail courses and are not used in GPA calculations. (RHA) is a representative group of all residence hall stu- Only one pass/fail course per semester is permitted. De- dents. These groups play a major role in defining the gree requirements specified by discipline cannot be tak- policies that govern the residence halls and sponsor a en pass/fail. Graduate students cannot take courses significant number of social, diversity, community serv- pass/fail. See departmental policy in the Student Aca- ice and educational programs. Representatives for these demic Regulations handbook for other possible restric- groups are selected in community or complex elections. tions. Being a residential university, Missouri S&T requires freshman and sophomores to reside in campus-ap- University Communications to proved housing: the residence hall complexes, an approved fraternity house, an approved sorority house, or Students Christian Campus Fellowship house. Exceptions may be Each student, once initially registered for classes, granted for married students, students whose parents will be issued a Missouri S&T e-mail account with an ad- reside in the Rolla area, military veterans, students over dress on the mst.edu domain. This is the account used 21 years of age, or other justified situations. for official University business and official University Thomas Jefferson Hall, the largest residence hall communications to students. Students are expected to complex, is located at the north end of the campus. This regularly check their Missouri S&T e-mail account for is a co-ed facility that is capable of housing up to 720 University communications and are responsible for com- residents in two high-rise towers. Although this communications sent to this account. Therefore, communi- munity is comprised of a predominantly undergraduate cations sent to this account will be considered to have population, graduates have chosen to live in this area. fulfilled any University obligation for notification. Thomas Jefferson also houses the Voyager Learning Community. The Quadrangle residence hall complex is located on Residential Life the south end of the campus. It houses approximately The Missouri S&T Residential Life housing is com- 350 residents in four halls; McAnerney, Farrar, Holtman posed of three separate residence hall complexes, and Kelly. All of these halls are co-ed facilities with Far- Thomas Jefferson Hall, the Quadrangle Complex: and rar Hall providing cooperative living environments and the Residential College; and one apartment complex: Holtman Hall being designated to house students over Nagogami Apartments. The Residential Life Depart- age 21 in single rooms and students interested in the ment's intention in operating all of these facilities is to Holistic Community. The facilities and the environment provide students with a living environment that is best in Holtman Hall are administered with the intent of try- designed to meet the academic and personal needs of ing to meet the unique needs of its special population. the individual student. Each residence hall complex is The Residential College houses approximately 530 administered by a professional live-in resident director students and provides commons areas to host gather- and is staffed by paraprofessional students called resi- ings, teach learning communities, or showcase speak- dent assistants (RAs). The apartments are administered ers. Additional amenities include faculty and staff resi- by an apartment manager. All residence hall staff mem- dences, a reception and service area, and a computer bers work to develop academic living environments and learning center. Living accommodations will vary be- are trained to help students cope with the challenges tween four-person single-deluxe suites with a semi-pri- associated with college. Their efforts are supervised by vate bath to four-person double suites with two semi- the Residential Life staff and they work closely with the private half baths. To live in the Residential College Counseling Center staff and other members of the Stu- complex, students must be enrolled in one of the eight dent Affairs Division. courses directly connected to the Residential College The Residential Life Department strives to provide Learning Community: Women as Global Leaders, Entre- students with facilities and services that will best serve preneurial Scholars, Experiential Design, Global Re- the lifestyle needs of Missouri S&T students. Various liv- search, Honors Academy, Seeds of Success, Global Vil- ing arrangements are available to students, including lage, and Achieving a Life of Art. quiet floors, specialized learning communities and inter- Nagogami Terrace, located on the west side of the est area communities, upperclassmen housing, double campus, includes 36 two-bedroom apartments that rooms, suite-style housing, cooperative living units, and have outside exits that face directly into a courtyard set- married housing. All rooms are furnished with beds, ting. While both married and single graduate and un- closets or wardrobes, desks, chairs, bookshelves, and dergraduate students are housed in this community, study lamps. Students have the option of bringing per- priority is given to students who are married or with General Information — 37 family, graduate students, and then undergraduate students. Student Design and Meals are served in dining halls located in or near each complex. Dining halls offer full-meal service on the Experiential Learning weekdays and partial-meal service on the weekends when school is in session. Throughout the year special Center (SDELC) meals are served to provide more variety in the cafete- ria service. Seven meal plans are available that can be The Student Design & Experiential Learning Center used at all on-campus retail and dining locations. These (SDELC) was established in 2000 (as the UMR Student plans are designed to allow students the opportunity to Design Competition Center) with the specific purpose of select the meal plan that is best tailored to meet their consolidating support and management of the multi-dis- needs. Students who live in the residence halls are re- ciplinary, student design teams that existed independ- quired to contract for one of these seven plans. Stu- ently at the Missouri University of Science and Technolo- dents who live in the University's apartments or who live gy (formerly University of Missouri-Rolla). In 2004, a off campus have the option of purchasing a dining plan successful UM System Strategic Initiative proposal ex- if they so choose. panded the Center's mission to provide experiential learning in academic courses, identify and support stu- How to Apply dent service learning projects within the curriculum, and Applications and information regarding university support ad-hoc student teams in specialty academic housing are sent, beginning in October, to students who events supporting multi-disciplinary student research. are accepted for admission. If you are interested in Under the new mission the Center took steps to bet- more information about university housing, contact the ter fund our ten nationally competitive student design Residential Life Office, 107 Norwood Hall, Missouri Uni- teams that involve over 600 students from all campus versity of Science and Technology, 1870 Miner Circle, departments. We also began offering support and re- Rolla, MO 65409-0510, email [email protected], visit on- sources to special project teams that were multi-discipli- line at campus.mst.edu/reslife, or call (573) 341-4218. nary in nature and had a research base to their activities. The SDELC began to offer academic credit opportunities Housing Expenses by Semester in the form of three one-hour classes on design, leader- Residence Halls ship and communication. The Center also offers a half- TJ QUAD RES COLLEGE credit course through the Residential College (RC) pro- Fall $3,517 $3,317 $4,066 gram on experiential design. The RC program currently Spring $3,517 $3,317 $4,066 has an enrollment of over 100 students (each semester) actively engaged in hands-on learning projects. In sum- Total $7,034 $6,634 $8,132 mary, the SDELC supports four major types of experiential learning today: 1) student design teams, 2) course Several factors influence the cost of affiliating with implementation of experiential learning, 3) service fraternities and sororities. Consequently, the cost varies learning and 4) multi-disciplinary design research proj- from chapter to chapter, but compares favorably with ects. other types of student housing. To obtain the most accurate information, contact an individual fraternity or Visit our website at: design.mst.edu; call 573-341- sorority or the Student Life Office. Meals are available 7546, or E-mail: [email protected]. by each fraternity or sorority and additional meal plans are available through Residential Life. Additional information about the housing and food Student Diversity services offered by the University is available through the Residential Life Office, 107 Norwood Hall, Missouri Programs (SDP) University of Science and Technology, 1870 Miner Circle, Rolla, MO 65409-0510, email [email protected], visit on- The mission of Student Diversity Programs (SDP) is line at campus.mst.edu/reslife, or call (573) 341-4218. to actively recruit and retain academically talented students from ethnic populations that are historically un- Student Conduct der-represented in Higher Education. In conjunction A student enrolling in Missouri S&T assumes an ob- with the university’s mission, SDP’s ultimate goal is to ligation to behave in a manner compatible with the uni- create an environment that provides the develop- versity’s function as an educational institution. The Uni- ment/guidance and academic support needed to be suc- versity’s “Standard of Conduct” and “Rules of Procedures cessful at Missouri S&T; while equipping our students in Student Conduct Matters” are printed in the “Student with the knowledge and skills needed to transition ef- Handbook” and the “Student Academic Regulations” and fectively into society. can be found on the web. Other departments and organ- SDP through its programs, partnerships and ongo- izations, such as Residential Life and Computer Services, ing assessments of the learning, styles and personality have specific policies and standards for their residents traits will foster an academic environment that will en- and/or users, as well as procedures for handling viola- sure our students success. Through execution of these tions. See: www.mst.edu/~stu-aff/discipline.html. initiatives, the university will develop a pool of commit- 38 — General Information ted and gifted Missouri S&T’s ambassadors which could Exemptions from immunization are permitted for be utilized to recruit other underrepresented minority medical, religious, or philosophical reasons. Students students to the campus. who exempt themselves from immunization for religious SDP through its programs, partnerships and ongo- or philosophical reasons must sign the Missouri Univer- ing assessments of the learning, styles and personality sity of Science and Technology measles/rubella form traits will foster an academic environment that will en- (parents must sign for persons under the age of 18). For sure our students success. Through execution of these medical exemptions, the Missouri University of Science initiatives, the university will develop a pool of commit- and Technology measles/rubella form must be signed by ted and gifted Missouri S&T’s ambassadors which could a physician. This form will be on file in the student be utilized to recruit other underrepresented minority health clinic or other office designated by the Chancel- students to the campus. lor. For their own protection, students who have an ex- Activities include (but are not limited to) academic emption may be required to leave campus in the case of recognition events, off and on campus recruitment pro- a measles or rubella outbreak. grams, mentoring, leadership and professional development and scholarships. Such scholarships as the Mi- Meningitis Immunization nority Engineering and Science scholarships are to in- Beginning with the 2004-2005 school year and in crease minority representation representation in math, compliance with State Law (SB 686), all students living engineering, science or technology degree programs. in Missouri S&T approved housing shall provide docu- For more information about SDP and its events, pro- mented proof of the Meningococcal vaccine or be re- grams and scholarships, visit our website at quired to sign a waiver stating that the institution of www.sdp.mst.edu. Also, you may contact us directly at higher education has provided the student, parent or (573) 341-4212 or via email at [email protected]. guardian with detailed written information on the risks associated with the meningococcal disease and the availability and effectiveness of the meningococcal vac- Student Health cine. These records will be maintained at the SHS and will be available to the Resident Halls, Greek Housing, Services and other University housing. Proof of meningitis vaccine or a signed waiver must Any currently enrolled student can be treated at be provided by the student to SHS before he or she will Student Health Services (SHS). The cost is supported by be allowed to move into university approved housing. health fees paid each semester by all students. SHS offers a wide range of primary health-care services to Other Immunizations meet students’ needs and is designed for care of acute The following immunizations are recommended by and intermittent health problems. the American College Health Association: Insurance is recommended, since hospital care and • Diptheria/Tetanus (in past 10 years) specialists are not covered by the SHS fee. An optional • Hepatitis B (series of 3 injections) student group plan of accident and sickness insurance is • Hepatitis A (series of 2 injections) available to all students. Information on this plan may • PPD (tuberculosis test - n past year) be obtained at the Cashier’s Office. • Varicella (series of 2 injections) Measles and Rubella Immunization • Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) (series of 3 in- Policy jections) Policy for Tuberculosis Testing No incoming student born after 1956 shall be registered for classes at the Missouri University of Science Adopted 4-04 and Technology without documented proof of two doses The Missouri S&T campus takes reasonable steps to of live measles vaccine. Students matriculating only in protect students from exposure to infectious diseases. off-campus or continuing education/extension courses Students from endemic areas account for 95% of the are excluded. risk of a tuberculosis (TB) outbreak on campus. Un- The incoming student shall present acceptable doc- treated TB can result in serious health problems for the umentation of immunization before registration to the student and for other people who come in contact with Missouri University of Science and Technology is com- him or her. In order to ensure a healthy campus, begin- plete. Acceptable documentation shall be defined by the ning with the fall semester 2004 and every semester campus and may include a measles immunization thereafter, all international students shall be required record signed by a physician, or a health record from a to have a Mantoux skin test for tuberculosis adminis- high school or a branch of the military. tered in the United States and a reported reading in mil- Students not in compliance with this policy will be limeters. notified of the need to provide acceptable documenta- Testing with the Mantoux two - step skin test must tion in order to register for classes. In addition, a hold be done or verified, at no charge, at Missouri S&T Stu- will be placed on the records of students not in compli- dent Health. If a skin test is positive, a further test in- ance. volving a chest X-ray must be administered to determine if active tuberculosis is present. General Information — 39

All students who test positive for tuberculosis shall W. T. Schrenk Society, Water Environment Federation, Women be offered tuberculosis medication and must be directly in Mining observed taking their medicine at Student Health for the Governing and Programming designated time period. Associated Students of the University of Missouri, Coun- Enrollment is contingent upon completion of TB cil of Graduate Students, Interfraternity Council (IFC), testing and possible treatment as described above. Panhellenic Council, Residence Hall Association (RHA), St. Pat’s Celebration Committee, Student Council (Stu- Cultural Programs Co), Student Union Board (SUB) Cultural Programs promotes and supports diversity Honor and Professional and cultural education within the University and Rolla Alpha Chi Sigma, Alpha Iota Delta, Alpha Nu Sigma, community. Our mission is to educate Missouri S&T stu- Alpha Sigma Mu, Blue Key, Chi Epsilon, Eta Kappa Nu dents about differences and similarities. We provide ad- (HKN), Kappa Kappa Psi, Kappa Mu Epsilon (KME), vocacy for African American, Native American, interna- Keramos, National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH), tional and other minority groups, bringing people of all Omega Chi Epsilon, Omicron Delta Kappa, Order of races together and facilitating their participation in cam- Omega, Phi Alpha Theta, Phi Eta Sigma, Phi Sigma, Pi pus organizations and programs such as Student Coun- Epsilon Tau, Pi Tau Sigma, Psi Chi, Sigma Gamma cil and the Student Union Board. Various inter-cultural Epsilon, Sigma Gamma Tau, Sigma Tau Delta, programs are provided for the student body in celebra- Society of Women Engineers (SWE), Tau Beta Pi, tion of diversity. Tau Beta Sigma, Upsilon Pi Epsilon In addition, Cultural Programs contributes to student retention and satisfaction with high quality co-cur- Intercultural ricular opportunities and excellent customer service. African Student Association, Association of Black Stu- Our goal is to be an active and visible partner in the dents (ABS), Chinese Students & Scholars Association, campus and community. Furthermore, we provide safe, Chinese Students Association, India Association, Inter- clean, and affordable facilities for student and campus national Students Club, Korean Students Association, events. Cultural Programs is part of the Office of Stu- Saudi Students Association, Thai Students Association, dent Life in the Havener Center. Turkish Students Association Media and Publication KMNR Radio Station (89.7 FM), Mineshaft, Missouri Min- Student Organizations er, Rollamo, Southwinds, Recreation and Sports Academic Departmental Aikido (freestyle martial arts),Ballroom Dancing Club, American Association of Petroleum Geologists/C. L. Chess Club, Cycling Club, Fencing Club, Gaming Associ- Dake Society, American Ceramic Society, American Con- ation, In-Line Roller Hockey Club, Intramural Managers crete Institute, American Foundry Society, American In- Association, Juggling Club, Lacrosse Club, Racquetball dian Science & Engineering Society (AISES), American Club, Rugby Club, Skydiving Club, Spelunkers Club, Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics, American Insti- Table Tennis Club, TaeKwonDo Club, Tennis Club, Trap tute of Chemical Engineers, American Nuclear Society, and Skeet Club, Ultimate! Club, Volleyball Club, Yoga American Society for Engineering Management, Ameri- Fitness Club, Youn Wha Ryu Club can Society for Quality Control, American Society of Civ- il Engineers, American Society of Heating, Refrigeration Religious and Air-Conditioning Engineers, American Society of Baptist Student Union (BSU), Catholic Newman Center, Mechanical Engineers, Architectural Engineering Insti- Chi Alpha, Christian Campus Fellowship (CCF), Common tute, Association for Computing Machinery, Association Call Campus Ministry, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, for Computing Machinery-Women, Association of Engi- Koinonia (Student Fellowship of Church of Christ), Lat- neering Geologists, American Society of Mechanical En- ter-Day Saint Student Association, Lutheran Student gineers, Architectural Engineering Institute, Association Fellowship, Muslim Students Association (MSA), Vine, for Computing Machinery, Association for Computing The Voices of Inspiration, Wesley House Machinery-Women, Association of Engineering Geolo- Residence Hall gists, Associated of General Contractors, Earthquake Quadrangle Hall Association (QHA), Residential College Engineering Research Institute, El Club de Espanol, Ep- Association (RCA), Thomas Jefferson Hall Association silon Mu Eta, FBLA-PBL, Financial Management, Helix (TJHA) Life Science Club, History Club, Institute of Electrical & Service Electronic Engineers, Institute of Transportation Engi- Alpha Phi Omega (APO), Circle K, Engineers Without neers, International Society for Explosives Engineers, Borders, Gamma Alpha Delta (GAD), Habitat for Hu- Mathematical Association of America at Missouri S&T, manity, Intercollegiate Knights (IK), Lambda Sigma Pi, National Sand, Stone & Gravel Association, National Soci- Omega Sigma, Rotaract ety of Black Engineers, Society of Exploration Geophysicists, So- ciety of Hispanic Professional Engineers, Society of Manufactur- Social and Special Interest ing Engineers, Society of Metallurgical Engineers, Society of Min- Academic Competition Team, Actuarial Science Club, ing Engineers, Society of Petroleum Engineers, Society of BBQ Club, Black Man’s Think Tank, Blue Sabres, College Physics Students, Student Missouri State Teachers Association Democrats, College Republicans, Collegiate Eagle Scout 40 — General Information

Association, DaVinci Society, Fraternal Order of Leaders, 1) Symbolic Thought & Communications Independents, Delta Omicron Lambda, John Marshall A) Linguistic Studies (9 semester hours): You Society, M-Club, Military Aerospace Society, Perfect 10 are required to take two courses in written com- Improv, Radio Club (Amateur), SCRUBS (health sci- munication and one course in oral communica- ences), Show Me Anime, Society of Flight Test Engi- tion. You must have a grade of “C” or above in neers, STAT-Students Today Alumni Tomorrow, Techni- each course. cal Innovators & Entrepreneurs, Toastmasters B) Mathematical (3 semester hours). The course Student Design Groups must be college algebra or above with a “C” or Advanced Aero-Vehicle Group, Baja Club, Concrete Ca- above in each course. noe Team, Formula SAE Racing Team, Human Powered Vehicle Team, Material Advantage, Miners In Space, Ro- 2) Systems of Intellectual Inquiry botics Competition Team, Solar Car Team, Solar House A) Humanities: At least one course each from two Team, Steel Bridge Team of the following areas required: art, music, Greek Social Fraternities philosophy, literature, and theater. Alpha Epsilon Pi, Alpha Phi Alpha, Beta Sigma Psi, Delta B) Natural Science: One course in biological sci- Lambda Phi, Delta Tau Delta, Kappa Alpha, Kappa Alpha ences and one in physical science is Psi, Kappa Sigma, Lambda Chi Alpha, Phi Kappa Theta, required. One of these two courses must include Pi Kappa Alpha, Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Chi, Sigma Nu, Sig- a laboratory. ma Phi Epsilon, Sigma Pi, Sigma Tau Gamma, Tau Kap- C) Social and Behavioral Science: One course pa Epsilon, Theta Xi, Triangle in each of the following areas is required: (1) American History, (2) American Government Social Sororities and (3) General Psychology. Chi Omega, Phi Sigma Rho, Kappa Delta, Zeta Tau Alpha Secondary Education For more information contact the Department of Stu- In addition to the prescribed general education dent Life 341-6771 or email [email protected] courses, if you are preparing to become a secondary http://studentlife.mst.edu school teacher you must complete the following secondary professional education courses (40-Perspectives Teacher Education In Education, 104-Teacher Field Experience, 164-Aiding Elementary, Middle and Secondary Schools, 174-School Program Organization & Adm For Elementary Schools, 216- Teaching Reading In Content Area, 251-Historical Foun- Secondary Teaching Majors dation of American Education, 280-Teaching Methods If preparing for secondary school teaching, you are And Skills In The Content Areas, 298-Student Teaching required to have a teaching major. The major may be in Seminar, and 299-Student Teaching) and the required one of the following areas: Biological Science, Chemistry, courses of at least one teaching major. Economics, English, History, Mathematics, Physics, and You may major in English with English Certification Psychology. By careful program planning, it is possible to (9-12); Economics, History or Psychology with Social earn your certificate in more than one area. Studies Certification (9-12); Mathematics with Mathe- While your program of study may be strengthened matics Certification (9-12); Biological Sciences with Bi- by taking certain elective courses, such electives should ology Certification (9-12); Chemistry with Chemistry be taken after consultation with your academic program Certification (9-12); or Physics with Physics Certification advisor, the coordinator of education and/or looking on (9-12). website mst.edu/~tchreduc. You must meet Missouri S&T degree requirements and, in addition, course requirements for certification. General Education Requirements (Those having a degree prior to certification must check with the education office for clarification of requirement General education requirements are intended to procedures.) provide you with the intellectual knowledge and skills The necessary course requirement arrangements for basic education. This body of knowledge and skills is will be coordinated through the education office. Please arranged according to two broad categories: systems of pick up a sheet from the education office for your disci- symbolic thought and communication represented by pline area. linguistic and mathematical studies, and systems of intellectual inquiry represented by basic academic disci- Elementary Education plines. In addition, you must complete one course in cultural diversity, and the general education require- All the courses are offered for elementary education ments may be fulfilled at the same time. that are required by the State Department of Education. The following are generic requirements for all edu- It is imperative that you contact the coordinator of the cation students. However, any degree requirement not education office for details prior to enrollment for Ele- included in these general education requirements must mentary Education courses for an endorsement. be included in the professional requirements or subject Dr. Evalee Lasater, [email protected], 573-341-4692. matter requirements for each degree program. General Information — 41

Missouri State Board of Education of the rear window or bumper on driver’s side of the vehicle. Temporary tags shall be affixed to the inside Approved Programs rear window on the driver’s side of the vehicle. The following professional education programs have 2) All vehicles shall be parked HEADING into the park- been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education ing spaces. (Do not back into or pull through the for the purposes of teacher preparation and certifica- space.) tion. The approval date for the Missouri University of 3) A visitor is anyone OTHER THAN an employee, stu- Science and Technology is December 1998 through dent or member of their family. 2010, in the following areas: 4) Regulations pertaining to area permits and metered parking are enforced YEAR ROUND from 7:30 a.m. • Middle School 5-9 endorsement to 4:30 p.m. except on Saturdays, Sundays and Of- • Elementary Education 1-6 endorsement ficial University holidays. Other regulations are en- • Secondary Education: forced at all times as noted below. English 9-12 5) Permit and metered parking at Thomas Jefferson Mathematics 9-12 Residence Hall and the Multi-Purpose Building shall Social Science 9-12 be enforced 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Biology 9-12 6) Employees and students lending their vehicle to a Chemistry 9-12 visitor will be responsible for any violations occur- Physics 9-12 ring on campus. NOTE: If changes occur at the state level, then those 7) Parking permit owners shall park only in the area to education requirements will supercede the catalog year which the purchased permit allows access. and DO NOT Fall under the grandfather clause. 8) Employees and students without parking permits shall use only metered spaces. 9) Specially marked disabled parking, driveways, yel- University Police Office low curbs and zones, spaces marked for 24 hour enforcement, fire lanes, vehicle types and areas not designated as a parking area, etc., shall be enforced Parking 24 hours a day 7 days a week All student-operated vehicles in the Rolla area 10)University driveways, yellow curbs and zones, and should be registered with the University Police Depart- any other area not specifically designated as a park- ment and should have either a valid campus parking ing area shall not be used at any time. permit or student registration decal affixed properly to 11)The Director of University Police, with the concur- the vehicle. Missouri S&T Parking, Security and Traffic rence of the Parking Committee Chair, shall have the Safety Regulations, as adopted by the Parking, Security authority to suspend all or part of the parking regu- and Traffic Safety Committee and approved by the lations for specific periods of time. Chancellor, provide for the payment of established fees The full and complete set of Missouri S&T Parking Rules for parking privileges and set fees for violation of those and Regulations can be found on our website: regulations. The University Police Department has the http://police.mst.edu/police/parking/parking.html. responsibility of enforcing parking regulations at Mis- Lost and Found souri S&T. The size of the student body, faculty, and staff, cou- The University Police Department is the central pled with the fact that a large number of students live “Lost and Found” repository for the campus. Any lost off-campus, leads to a relatively large number of motor and found items should be turned in to University Police vehicles on and near the campus. This traffic load, in for reclamation purposes. If an item is lost, information turn, complicates parking for the campus citizen and should be filled out with University Police, 341-4308, or creates a hazard for vehicles and pedestrians. The Com- can be reported by accessing: http://po- mittee has prescribed the rules governing the classifica- lice.mst.edu/lost.html in case the item is turned in at tion and use of parking lots, the qualifications for park- a later date. ing on those lots, and the rules for application, issuance, and use of parking permits. Campus Security Specific information on current regulations and oth- Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy er details pertaining to parking can be obtained at the and Campus Crime Statistics Act Statement. University Police Department, G-10 Campus Support Fa- The Missouri University of Science and Technology is cility, 341-4303. The regulations may also be found committed to the safety and welfare of the campus at:http://police.mst.edu/parking/parking.html community. This annual security report is intended to Missouri S&T Parking: heighten awareness of crime and security on campus. Rules in Capsule Form Campus safety and security at Missouri S&T is a shared responsibility. 1) All parking on campus requires either a purchased Missouri S&T’s annual security report includes sta- permit or payment at a meter. Decals (permit and tistics for the previous three years concerning reported registration stickers) must be affixed to the outside crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by Missouri S&T; and on 42 — General Information public property within the city limits of Rolla, MO. The tim is unwilling to report the assault directly. However, report also includes institutional policies concerning it is unlikely any prosecution of the assault will be made campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol unless the victim agrees later to make a direct report. and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, Through an anonymous report the victim contact sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a authorities and reports the details of the assault but copy of this report at: http://police.mst.edu/security- does not disclose her/his identity. Again, although this act/index.html or by contacting University Police, G-10 type of reporting may be useful in preventing addition- Campus Support Facility, Rolla, MO 65409. al assaults on campus, it cannot be used for investigation and prosecution of the assault. University Police The mission of the University Police, as a vital part Security of Campus of the administrative staff, is to support the academic Accountability of the security of campus facilities and campus community in fulfilling its commitment to originates with the department chair. Areas of responsi- teaching, research, and service. The responsibilities of bility include, but are not limited to, both interior and the University Police, as set forth in Chapter 172, Mis- exterior entryways, exists, and windows, and items of souri Revised Statutes, are: value within the department. Areas not under a specific “To protect and preserve peace and good order in department shall be under the responsibility of the next the public buildings and upon the campuses, higher level within the division. grounds, and farms, over which they may have The department chair is ultimately answerable for charge and controls.” security problems existing within his/her area of con- Chapter 172 also provides University Police with: trol, but can designate a dependable and reliable indi- “The same power to maintain order, preserve the vidual(s) areas of security responsibility. peace, and make arrests as is now held by police officers.” A particularly sensitive area in building access con- Duties include, but are not limited to, crime preven- trol is the issuance of keys by departments to faculty, tion through active campus involvement, individual in- staff, and students. Department key issuance and con- teractions, and public educational endeavors, preventa- trol shall comply with guidelines set forth in section 07- tive patrols, service to students and others in emergen- 13, under the title, “Property & Capital Equipment, Keys cies, maintenance of peace and order, special event cov- To University Buildings (Missouri S&T).” erage, control and supervision of traffic, the enforce- Buildings shall be secured during the evening hours ment of state laws and university rules and regulations, at the earliest reasonable time. Any facility open for an and the investigation of crimes. extended period after normal operating hours for that building shall require a permit to be open for the hours University Police to be Notified specified on the permit. The University Police Department is to be notified as During the academic year in which residence halls soon as practical of incidents involving alleged violation are open, those halls shall be secured during the of state statutes that occur on campus property and evening hours according to Housing Department regu- other circumstances requiring police service, including lations. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to health or safety emergencies. prevent access by unauthorized personnel, in both res- The University Police shall be responsible for the idence halls and other campus buildings, by verifying maintenance of peace and order, and the investigation any door entered or exited has closed and locked. of crimes occurring on University property. To help in- Maintenance of campus facilities involving securi- sure that this is accomplished, the campus community ty problem areas, such as broken locks, windows, must report incidents in a timely manner. door, etc., shall involve reporting the security prob- The University Police Department shall attempt to lem as soon as possible to the Physical Facilities de- monitor and record, in cooperation with local police partment, who shall rectify the security breach in a agencies, criminal activity at off-campus student organ- timely manner. izations with off-campus housing facilities. The Student Affairs Division at Missouri S&T has de- Notification of Agencies veloped a “Protocol for Responding to Survivors of Sex- Local law enforcement agencies (i.e., Rolla Police ual Assault” for Student Affairs personnel which outlines Department, Phelps County Sheriff’s Office, State High- the options for support and services available to the vic- way Patrol) are routinely notified of violations of law and tim during a time of crisis caused by a sexual assault. other incidents occurring on campus that appear to af- Reporting options include direct reporting, where fect the off-campus community. the victim speaks directly with law enforcement officers, The Director of University Police or his representa- whether it be Missouri S&T Police or Rolla Police. If the tive will act as liaison between the University and local victim does wish to participate in the prosecution of the law enforcement agencies and make the determination offender, direct reports are required and should be as to when they should be notified of an incident occur- made as soon as possible. ring on campus. Reporting by third party involves law enforcement being contacted by someone other than the victim, such Police Reports as University personnel, who reports the details of the Police reports involving criminal activity will be assault. This option should only be used when the vic- turned over to the County Prosecutor for his/her dispo- General Information — 43 sition. The Director of University Police shall review each Hall, 341-4292. Confidential consultation, assessment, report and make every effort to establish a procedural short term counseling, and referral services are available relationship to permit campus disciplinary procedures to free of charge to faculty, staff, and students. A variety of be implemented for minor infractions. prevention and education programs are also offered. Certain University officials, because of the nature of their responsibilities, will be informed in cases involving Sexual Assault Programs and students, faculty, and staff. Information concerning stu- Procedures dent conduct not required is referred to the office of the prosecutor and will be forwarded to the University Stu- Educational Programs dent Conduct Officer. • Rape/sexual assault prevention Compilation of Crime Statistics • Burglary/theft prevention • Room or building security surveys The University Police will compile crime statistics • Property engraving programs and prepare annual reports for dissemination according • Campus watch to University, state, and/or federal guidelines. These an- • Floor security programs nual reports shall be reviewed by the Director of Resi- • Alcohol/liquor law programs dential Life and, upon his or her review, be made avail- • Drug violation programs able for public examination. There is no set agenda for giving these programs, but Timely reports shall be made to the campus com- they are presented at least once a year and some of munity on crimes considered to be a threat to other stu- them numerous times during the school year. Any or all dents and employees. Those crimes include murder, of them can be given upon request by any student, fac- rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, and motor ulty, staff, or university related group. It is preferable vehicle theft. that arrangements be made as far in advanced as pos- Missouri S&T Crime Statistics sible to assure the program you may be interested in can be arranged at your convenience. The crime statistics for the University of MO-Rolla can be found at: http://police.mst.edu/securityact/in- Possible Sanctions For Sex Offenses dex.html or by contacting the University Police Depart- Possible sanctions for rape, acquaintance rape, or ment, 341-4300. other sex offenses following an on-campus disciplinary procedure includes disciplinary probation, suspension, Alcohol/Illegal Drugs Policies: or expulsion. Information involving any crimes committed on campus and investigated by the Missouri Univer- Alcoholic Beverages sity of Science and Technology Police Department will be The use or possession of any alcoholic beverage is submitted to the Phelps County Prosecutor for his or her prohibited on all University property, except in the Pres- disposition and possible prosecution of the alleged as- ident’s residence and the Chancellors’ residences, and sailant(s). the sale, use, or possession may, by appropriate Uni- versity approval be allowed in approved University Preserving Evidence if a Sex Offense Occurs Alumni Centers or Faculty Clubs, and for single events Receiving medical care immediately following a and reoccurring similar events in designated confer- rape, attempted rape, or sexual assault is extremely im- ence, meeting, or dining facilities provided by Universi- portant for the victim’s well being. It is essential that the ty food services, subject to all legal requirements. Fur- victim of the crime obtain: ther information pertaining to alcoholic beverages can 1) an emergency medical exam if the victim has seri- be obtained from the Missouri S&T Alcohol Handbook. ous injuries; 2) a general medical exam to ensure that she/he has- Illegal Drugs n’t obtained injuries that she/he’s unaware of or un- University of Missouri regulations prohibit the un- able to determine; lawful possession, use, distribution and sale of alcohol 3) a medical/legal examination for the collection of ev- and illicit drugs by University students and employees idence if she/he thinks there is any possibility on University-owned property and at University spon- she/he will want to pursue legal charges. sored or supervised activities. Local, state, and fed- 4) testing for Sexually Transmitted Diseases, AIDS, eral laws also prohibit the unlawful possession, use, and possible pregnancy (as part of follow-up treat- distribution, and sale of alcohol and illicit drugs. Vio- ment). lation of the University of Missouri regulations and For medical emergencies, call Missouri S&T Police (341- federal and state laws can result in disciplinary action 4300) who will subsequently have an ambulance dis- up to and including expulsion for students and dis- patched. It is strongly encourages that a report to the charge for employees. Missouri S&T Police be made as soon as possible after A variety of resources exist for drug and/or alcohol the sexual assault. A report can be made at the hospi- counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation program. For de- tal or the police department. tailed information concerning University and community Successful apprehension and/or prosecution of the resources, students and employees may contact the offender depends greatly on a rapid and accurate report Substance Abuse Prevention Program, 106 Norwood of the crime. Information about the assault can assist 44 — General Information law enforcement authorities in providing and improving Counseling, Mental Health Services For Sex- prevention strategies for the protection of the victim ual Assault Victims and others in the community. The Missouri S&T resource for crisis intervention is Making a report assists the police in protecting the the Missouri S&T Center for Personal and Professional community. While the actual prosecution of the offend- Development (341-4211). Missouri S&T counselors are er is pursued by the Phelps County Prosecutor (not by trained professionals who will assist victims of rape, at- the victim), prosecution is unlikely to occur without the tempted rape, or sexual assault in coping with the trau- consent and assistance of the victim. University Police ma or long standing victimization issues. There is no services are STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL, and in no way cost to the student for these services. The victim has the does contacting this support unit obligate the victim to right to decline an immediate interaction with the Cen- take any further action. ter for Personal and Professional Development. These If the victim is considering a medical/legal exam, services are STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL and contacting the only resource in this area is the Phelps County Re- this support service does not obligate the victim to take gional Medical Center Emergency Room. To obtain phys- any further action. Other counseling or mental health ical evidence that will be useful, the medical/legal exam services in the community include Central Ozarks Men- must be conducted within 48 hours of the assault. tal Health Services, 364-7551, and the Phelps County If the victim pursues this course of action the Mis- Regional Medical Center Stress Center, 341-2350. souri S&T Police and the Rolla Police will be contacted by Phelps County Regional Medical Center. The police will Changing Academic, Living Status After Al- be notified by the Emergency Room personnel who will leged Sexual Assault arrive at the hospital to begin their investigation upon If the accused and the victim may be in close con- completion of the exam. The Director of Residential Life tact with each other because of class schedules and/or will be contacted by Missouri S&T Police and informed of living arrangements, two situations may arise: the assault and the identity of the victim. The Director 1) The Director of Residential Life has the authority to of Residential Life is subsequently responsible for coor- give the victim and/or accused the option of chang- dinating the University response to the assault. ing living arrangements. If the victim and the ac- Other sources of emergency medical exams for vic- cused refuse to change living arrangements, the Di- tims include Missouri S&T’s Health Services, whose rector has the authority to change the living services are available 24 hours a day (341-4284), and arrangements of either person. Contact should be Planned Parenthood, where appointments are required made with the Director of Residential Life office, (364-1509). 341-4218, for assistance in this area. Sexual Assault On-Campus Disciplinary Ac- 2) The judicial officer shall give the parties the option tion Procedures of changing class schedules to avoid contact. How- ever, change of class schedules cannot be required There are two possible situations which may arise as until after disciplinary proceedings have concluded. a result of an accusation of sexual assault or rape. The Contact can be made with the judicial officer in the policy/procedures for dealing with the situations are de- Student Affairs Office, 341-4292, for assistance in fined in the Collected Rules and Regulations of the Uni- this area. versity of Missouri, Section 200.020, Part C: RULES OF PROCEDURES IN STUDENT DISCIPLINARY MATTERS, Video Communications approved by the Board of Curators. The situations which may arise are: 1) The victim has reported a rape or sexual assault to Center a law enforcement agency. The Director of Residen- The Video Communications Center located in G-8 tial Life is then notified by the Missouri S&T Police. Library offers a variety of video production services to 2) The victim does not report the rape or sexual as- the campus community. This is achieved through sever- sault to a law enforcement agency, but wishes the al specialized video-equipped classrooms, tele-confer- University to take action against the alleged perpe- ence rooms and a selection of recording and transmit- trator under Section 200.010 of the Collected Rules ting technologies. and Regulations of the University of Missouri: STAN- For the student - especially those pursuing ad- DARD OF CONDUCT. The campus judicial officer will vanced degrees -- the VCC offers an array of communi- inform the victim that an investigation may take cation tools for extending the traditional classroom and place, and that action may be taken without the vic- laboratory out into “the real world.” Services include: tim’s consent, if it is deemed in the best interest of • Multimedia classroom use for thesis defense and proj- the University community. ect presentation The accused will be contacted by the judicial officer im- • Tape, DVD or web-streaming video recording of the mediately after initial information has been gathered. above Both the accuser and the accused are entitled to the • Video teleconferencing for project presentation to same opportunities to have others present during a sponsoring companies, for student organizations meet- campus disciplinary proceeding, and both will be in- ing between campuses, and for job interviews formed of the outcome of any campus disciplinary proceeding involving a sexual assault complaint. 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• Conversion of video tapes to and from the several in- but as a process that develops over the course of one's ternational formats so the tapes can be played in the college years and throughout one's career. US, or sent overseas • Assistance in set up, capturing and converting re- The Writing Center search lab project videos for documentation and pres- The Writing Center, housed in the Dr. Beverley Bowen entation Moeller Writing Studio, was established to help under- • Participation in advanced coursework carried over and graduate students become effective writers in their cho- stored on the Web for later access sen majors and professions. The Center is staffed by • The opportunity to take courses “at a distance” while peer writing tutors who are trained both to teach general away from or after leaving Missouri S&T writing skills and to offer help with specialized forms of writing, such as research papers and laboratory reports. For more information on these and other services, con- Tutors can help students with all phases of the writing tact the Video Communications Center at (573) 341- process, from understanding assignments and organizing 4526; or e-mail: [email protected] or visit our website at: ideas to revising drafts. The Center maintains a collec- http://vcc.mst.edu tion of handbooks and other writing resources (in both print and digital format) for student use. The Center staff periodically offers workshops and presentations related Women’s Leadership to writing. Writing Center facilities and services are available to all Missouri S&T students free of charge. Institute (WLI) The Writing Center is located in 113 Campus Support Facility. Tutoring hours are published early each semester Women In Science and Engineering on the Writing Center web site at http://writingcen- (WISE) ter.mst.edu/. Students should feel free to drop in when- ever the Center is open, but making an appointment in The mission of the WLI/WISE program is to promote advance will ensure a tutor’s availability. diversity and support the needs of female graduates entering our nation’s engineering and science workforce, The Center for Writing Technologies and to serve as an Educational and Professional Devel- opment Resource Center for all Missouri S&T students. The Center for Writing Technologies is located in 114 The program provides a number of activities and pro- Campus Support Facility, adjacent to the Writing Center. grams for students to learn about leadership from the This is a Computer Learning Center equipped with writ- female perspective. Its goals encourage student in- ing, editing, and desktop publishing software. It is avail- volvement and strategic leadership in campus and com- able for student use during Writing Center office and tu- munity organizations through involvement in the follow- toring hours, when not occupied by classes or working areas: Classes, Residential College Learning Com- shops. munities, Guest Lecturers, Workshops, Scholarships, The Writing Across the Curriculum Program is com- WISE, Student Organizations, Resource Center, Mentor- mitted to providing opportunities for Missouri S&T stu- ing/networking programs, Social Activities. For more in- dents in all majors to develop their writing proficiency to formation contact the WLI/WISE office at: 212 Engi- the fullest. For further information, contact the Director neering Research Lab, 573-341-7286, [email protected], of Writing Across the Curriculum at the WAC office, Mon- [email protected], http://wli.mst.edu; http://wise.mst.edu. day-Friday 8:00 to 4:00, 113 Campus Support Facility, Missouri S&T, Rolla, MO 65409; call 341-4436; e-mail Writing Across the [email protected]. Curriculum

Missouri S&T’s Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) Program is designed to help students improve their writing abilities and communication skills. In addition to required and elective courses in the English Department, Writing Intensive and Emphasized courses in all disciplines give students writing experience in their academic and professional fields and satisfy the General Educa- tion Communication requirements. Missouri S&T graduates report that, in order to advance in their professions, they have had to refine their communication skills much more than they ever anticipated. Drawing on this information, WAC puts into practice the idea that writing proficiency develops over time, through practical experiences in writing various kinds of documents for various audiences. Writing is seen not as a simple skill that can be learned in a single semester or in a single course, 46 — General Information