HOUSATONICCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE 2008 - 2009 CATALOG ANDSTUDENTHANDBOOK AN EXCEPTIONAL PLACE FOR YOU TO SUCCEED

A Nationally Selected ACHIEVING THE DREAM College One of Three in 900 Lafayette Blvd. Bridgeport, CT 06604 203-332-5100 www.hcc.commnet.edu CATALOG 2008 - 2009

HOUSATONIC COMMUNITYCOLLEGE

900 Lafayette Boulevard Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604-4704

www.hcc.commnet.edu CONTENTS

Information ...... inside front cover Calendar ...... 3 About Housatonic ...... 4 Mission of the College ...... 4 Workforce Development ...... 4 Accreditation ...... 5 Continuing Education ...... 5 Connecticut Community College System Mission ...... 5 Housatonic Museum of Art ...... 6 Admissions ...... 7 Placement Testing/CLEP/DSST ...... 7 Programs for High School Students ...... 8 Transfer Students ...... 10 Fees & Financial Information ...... 11 Financial Aid ...... 11 Academic Procedures ...... 16 Fresh Start ...... 19 Grading ...... 17 Academic Support ...... 23 Library ...... 24 Graduation ...... 24 myCommNet (Student Self-Service) ...... 25 Transfer from HCC to other colleges ...... 26 Student Services & Activities ...... 27 Guaranteed Admission Agreement ...... 27 Scholarships ...... 14, 27 Early Childhood Laboratory School ...... 29 Where to go for help ...... 32 Floor Plans ...... 34 Degree Programs ...... 37 Certificate Programs ...... 70 Course Descriptions ...... 82 People ...... 122 Board of Governors ...... 122 Board of Trustees ...... 122 Regional Advisory Council ...... 122 Board of Directors, HCC Foundation ...... 122 Program Advisory Committees ...... 123 Administrators, Faculty and Staff ...... 124 College Policies ...... 137 Index ...... 155

2 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog CALENDAR 2008 • 2009 FALL 2008 SPRING 2009

Orientation August 6 & 18 Martin Luther King Day January 19 Late Registration August 26 - 29 College Closed Labor Day Weekend August 30 - Sept. 1 Late Registration January 20 - 23 College Closed Classes Begin January 26 Classes Begin September 2 Last Day For Enrolled Students to Add Open Course Last Day For Enrolled Students Without Permission February 2 to Add Open Course Without Permission September 9 Lincoln’s Birthday February 12 College Closed Last Day to Declare Audit Status September 25 Presidents Day February 16 College Closed Last Day To Drop Courses and Receive Automatic ‘W’ October 6 Last Day to Declare Audit Status February 23 Columbus Day (classes in session) October 13 Last Day To Drop Courses Mid-Term Grades entered and Receive Automatic ‘W’ March 2 by Faculty October 23 Mid-Term Grades entered Last Day to Complete ‘I’ Grades by Faculty March 20 from Spring/Summer ‘08 November 6 Spring Break April 6 - 12 Veteran’s Day November 11 College Closed Easter Break April 10 - 12 College Closed Last Day To Drop Courses November 13 Last Day to Complete ‘I’ Grades Thanksgiving Holiday November 26 - 30 from Fall/Winter ‘08 April 13 College Closed on November 27 Last Day To Drop Courses April 20 Last Day of Classes December 12 Professional Day April 24 Final Exams December 13 - 19 No Day classes. Evening classes held Final Grades Due December 23 Last Day Of Classes May 12 Final Exams May 13 - 19 Final Grades Due May 21 Memorial Day May 25 Winter 2008- 2009 College Closed Commencement May 28 Registration Begins October 31 Classes Begin December 26 New Year’s Day January 1 College is closed: (2008) August 30, 31; College Closed September 1; November 11, 27; December 25; (2009) January 1, Weekends 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18; February 12, 16; Classes End January 13 April 10-12; May 25; and July 3, 2009. See Academic Calendar brochure for a complete listing of when the College buildings are closed.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 3 HOUSATONIC COMMUNITY COLLEGE Role and Scope The student body has grown and continues Academic Goals to grow and reflect the diversity of the service Housatonic Community College serves an region. Changes in student ages, educational Housatonic Community College is a two- eleven-town area in Southwestern Connecticut, goals, racial, ethnic, social, and economic year comprehensive community college centering on the City of Bridgeport, diversity are responded to with flexibility and authorized to award the Associate in Arts and Connecticut’s largest city. A member of the responsible adjustment in programs and services. Associate in Science degrees. Students are Connecticut Community-Technical College Outreach to the local community is part of the prepared to continue their education, and to system, the College was founded in 1967. In mission of the College. Non-credit courses, transfer their credits to four-year institutions 1997, the College moved to its present site in seminars, cultural events, and forums are throughout the country. The career programs of downtown Bridgeport. In fall 2008 our new designed to respond to specific learning needs the College prepare graduates for occupations building, Beacon Hall, adds approximately and to stimulate community dialogue. Non- in business, industry and the health services 174,000 gross square feet to the College credit offerings focus on the rapidly changing that ordinarily require no more than two years facilities housing additional classrooms, student nature and requirements of the workplace, as of collegiate study. All career curricula include activity and development space, computer and well as needs for personal enrichment. a core of studies in liberal and general educa- language labs, offices, expanded continuing tion as well as technical and occupational education facilities, and an enlarged bookstore. courses. This project includes a state-of-the-art renovated Housatonic’s Mission The College also offers a broad variety of Performing Arts Center in Lafayette Hall. The certificate programs and program options to Housatonic Museum of Art and Sculpture Our purpose at Housatonic Community prepare students for employment or advance- Garden are part of the teaching mission of College is to empower all individuals to develop ment in business, industry, health, and public the College. With nearly 4000 works in the to their full potential. We are committed to life- service organizations. Academic support services collection, and over 1700 displayed throughout long learning for all. As a knowledgeable and designed to help students succeed include the building, the Museum offers lectures, dedicated faculty and staff, we work together Writing Across the Curriculum Center, a demonstrations, and changing exhibitions in with students in a learner-centered, supportive, program for those with disabilities, and free the Burt Chernow Galleries. and stimulating environment. We prepare tutoring including online tutoring. A highly Housatonic is accredited by the New students to participate in, and contribute qualified and committed faculty and staff England Association of Schools and Colleges responsibly to, our global society. provide these support and instructional services and the Board of Governors for Higher primarily at the main campus and other sites Education of the State of Connecticut. We strive for: within the service area to meet educational • Affordable, accessible, and high-quality needs. In response to community and student higher education; needs, Housatonic offers Associate degree programs in preparation for transfer to four- • Sensitivity to students with diverse back- year institutions, as well as occupationally grounds, needs and goals; Workforce Development oriented Associate degree and Certificate • An intellectually active and culturally rich The Workforce Development Program at programs. Short-term, non-credit courses, environment that features the largest art HCC is part of the Business and Industry seminars and workshops, as well as targeted collection of any two-year college in the Services Network of the Connecticut student services, also help satisfy community country; Community Colleges System. The Workforce and personal enrichment needs. These • A state-of-the-art campus with up-to-date Development Program strives to provide work- programs prepare students for employment, technology and facilities designed to serve force training statewide for businesses, industry, and advancement in business, industry, health students, community groups, and local government and social service agencies, and services, fine arts, theater, digital media, early businesses; other. This special workforce training offers a childhood education, natural sciences, computer wide range of educational, professional and • A vital liberal arts foundation to help arts and information systems, and human customized training programs to meet the students to develop creativity, critical services. The College also assists local businesses immediate needs of our local businesses and thinking, and problem-solving skills; and institutions to train and update the skills of workforce development in this region. their workers. • Certificate, training, and associate programs The Workforce training involves assessment for transfer to baccalaureate institutions, for Housatonic is a student-centered institution of the company and the individual’s needs, specific job and employment skills, and for and is a participant in the national initiative, on-site training and re-training in specific fields, personal enrichment; Achieving the Dream. The College strives to curriculum development, quality instruction, provide high quality, accessible instructional • Comprehensive student support services seminars, workshops, certificates, certifications, and student services within an environment that work proactively with students for their or specialized courses. All training programs are of mutual respect among faculty, staff, and success; designed using our current non-credit offerings. students. These services are provided through • Active partnerships with the community, Additional information can be obtained by con- an open-door admissions policy, at affordable businesses, and other educational institutions. tacting the Continuing Education Department cost, in a variety of settings, and through a at (203) 332-5150 or (203) 332-5057. variety of teaching methods and approaches. Special support services responding to student and community need include disabilities support services, career and transfer counseling, academic support and tutoring, library facilities and instruction, English as a Second Language programming, and an array of student activities, including The Women’s Center.

4 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Continuing Education The Housatonic • Build community through the sponsorship of intellectual, cultural, social and recreational Continuing Education offers non-credit, Community College events and activities; short-duration courses, certificates and special Foundation, Inc. certification programs to assist individuals in • Engage students and community members the community with professional goals or to The Housatonic Community College to become active and responsible leaders in personally enrich their own lives. Programs are Foundation, Inc. was formed in 1990 by a their communities. designed in response to the rapid changes in group of Greater Bridgeport area residents to the economy along with the community’s needs assist the College and its students beyond the and interests within our local service region. fundamentals provided by the state, and to Accreditation help the College grow as a unique resource. For more information about Continuing Housatonic is accredited by the Board of Education programs, visit the website at The HCC Foundation provides resources Governors for Higher Education of the State of www.hcc.commnet.edu or call (203) 332-5057 for scholarships, equipment, program enhance- Connecticut and by the New England or (203) 332-5150. ments, community outreach and support for Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. the Housatonic Museum of Art. The (NEASC), a national, non-governmental organ- Housatonic Community College Foundation ization whose affiliated institutions include Organization recently conducted a major gift campaign - the elementary schools through institutions offering first of it kind in the history of the College. Housatonic Community College is one of post-graduate instruction. Accreditation by the 12* regional community colleges in In 2007-2008 “Pathways to Success... New England Association indicates that an Connecticut. Each serves specific geographic Building a Strong Community Through institution meets or exceeds criteria for quality, areas and each offers some specialized degree Education” raised over $1 million to enable the institutional integrity, and continuity. and certificate programs. College to continue its 40-year tradition of To view the 2002 NEASC Self-Study docu- providing convenient and affordable post- ment or the 2007 5-year Interim Report you The system was established under Public secondary training, baccalaureate preparation Act 330 enacted in 1965 and amended in 1989 may download it as a PDF file from the HCC and lifelong education to students of all ages in web site (requires Acrobat Reader). when the separate community college and the Greater Bridgeport area. technical college systems were merged. One Inquiries regarding the status of an institu- governing board, the Board of Trustees of The Foundation has awarded over tion’s accreditation by the New England Community-Technical Colleges, and one central $534,000 in scholarships and other assistance Association should be directed to the adminis- administrative office oversees the 12 institutions. to Housatonic students, since its founding. It trative staff of Housatonic Community College continues to seek ways to assist the College and or to the New England Association of Schools *Currently the institutions are: Asnuntuck to identify sources of additional funds. The (Enfield), Capital (Hartford), Gateway (New and Colleges, 209 Burlington Rd, Suite 201, Foundation is approved by the IRS as a tax- Bedford, MA, USA 01730-1433, (781) 271-0022. Haven), Housatonic (Bridgeport), Manchester exempt organization. Contributions can be sent (Manchester), Middlesex (Middletown), to: Housatonic Community College curricula Naugatuck Valley (Waterbury), Northwestern HCC Foundation, Inc. are licensed and accredited by the Board of (Winsted), Norwalk (Norwalk), Quinebaug 900 Lafayette Boulevard Governors for Higher Education of the State of Valley (Danielson), Three Rivers (Norwich), Bridgeport, CT 06604-4704. Connecticut. The College is authorized to and Tunxis (Farmington). award the Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees. The Community College For accreditation for the following programs, Housatonic’s System Mission see their program page: Administrative Officers: Occupational Therapy Assistant ...... 66 Connecticut’s Community Colleges are Physical Therapist Assistant ...... 67 The President: state-wide leaders and partners in the academic, Ms. Anita T. Gliniecki economic, and cultural lives of our communities, The Dean of Administration: providing comprehensive, accessible, innovative, Dr. Paul S. McNamara and affordable learning. To realize this distinc- The Academic Dean: tive mission, the Community Colleges: Ms. Elizabeth G. Roop • Provide a broad range of credit and non- The Dean of Outreach Services: credit liberal arts and sciences, career, and Dr. Robert H. Thornton technical, associate degree and certificate programs leading to transfer, employment, The Dean of Students: and lifelong learning; Dr. Avis D. Hendrickson • Promote learner success and inclusion through a stimulating, nurturing learning environment, high-quality instruction, support services, and co-curricular activities; • Support economic development through partnerships with labor, business, industry, government and our communities, providing workforce development, business develop- ment and technology transfer;

www.hcc.commnet.edu 5 The Housatonic Among those artists represented are: Pablo The Museum’s Mission: Picasso, , , Joan • To establish a collection of artworks that will Museum of Art Miro, , Giorgio DeChirico, Mary serve as a repository of important artistic The Housatonic Museum of Art, founded in Cassatt, Milton Avery, Everett Shinn, Richard achievement. 1967, has one of the largest permanent collec- Lindner, Larry Rivers, Ben Shahn, Victor tions of any two-year college in New England. Vasarely, Andy Warhol, Andre Derain, Marisol, • To introduce the Greater Bridgeport area to the pleasures and challenges that result from The Museum collection represents the real- Robert Rauschenberg, Leonard Baskin, Roy exposure to original art. ization of a philosophy that makes art a daily Lichtenstein, Alex Katz, , Paul part of the life of every student and staff Jenkins, Saul Steinberg, , • To continue and expand The Housatonic member at Housatonic. The Museum collection Alfonso Ossorio, Jim Dine, Christo and Jean- Museum of Art as an expression of the is primarily composed of outstanding examples Claude, Jean Dubuffet, Gustav Klimt, and serious commitment the College has made of 20th century paintings and sculpture, art Alberto Giacometti. to cultural enrichment. and ethnographic objects from the Far and Visit the Museum web site at: • To maintain and enhance the collection, Near East, Africa, and Oceania. Drawings, www.HousatonicMuseum.org. with a focus on providing the College with prints and photographs are well represented. an opportunity to engage students through The collection is periodically augmented object-based learning. and enhanced by new acquisitions. • The Museum and The Burt Chernow From the moment one enters the College Galleries are expressions of a serious campus, one continuously encounters paintings, commitment to cultural enrichment. The sculpture, prints, and art objects in lounges, College considers it essential for students, hallways, and offices. In addition, The Burt faculty members, administrators and visitors Chernow Galleries are open to the public and to experience art as an integral part of the schedule changing exhibitions each year that educational environment, as important as may initiate from the permanent collection, libraries, textbooks and teachers. show the work of established or emerging artists, or feature traveling exhibitions.

The Burt Chernow Galleries are open to the public and schedule changing exhibitions throughout the year.

6 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog ADMISSIONS General Philosophy Residency Requirements Documentation must be submitted before registration! The College provides educational opportu- Per general statutes of CT Sec.10a-29. nities to people regardless of age, religion, (Formerly Sec. 10-329e). Determination of *Students EXEMPT from showing proof of racial or ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. student status. measles and rubella immunization include: Admission to some programs within Per general statutes of CT Sec. 10a-30, it • All students born before January 1, 1957 Housatonic require a personal interview and/or shall be presumed that the establishment of a • Non-degree students. new domicile in the state of Connecticut by an special academic background. The specific • All students taking non-credit, continuing emancipated person has not occurred until requirements of these programs are on the education classes. individual program page: he has resided in this state for a period of not Nursing...... 65 less than one year. See general statutes 10a-27, • Students who have graduated from Occupational Therapy Assistant...... 66 10a-28, 10a-29, 10a-30 for full text and related Connecticut high schools in 1999 or later. Physical Therapist Assistant ...... 67 statutes. • *Home-schooled and GED students must The Admissions Office assists anyone provide proof of immunization. needing further program information. You may Admission Dates For more information call Health Services at contact the Admissions Office at 203-332-5100 Individuals interested in enrolling at (203) 332-5062. or e-mail at: Housatonic should apply for admission as early [email protected]. as possible. Students are admitted on a first- come, first-served basis. Placement Testing Admission Students entering Allied Health programs Most first-time students admitted to HCC are admitted only for the Fall semester (see are required to take a placement test. Requirements individual program descriptions) but may Administered on a computer, it tests basic If you plan to enroll at Housatonic enroll earlier for their prerequisite academic core academic skills in English and mathematics. This Community College, you must be a graduate of courses under the General Studies program. information assists students and the College in making decisions about placement in particular an approved secondary school or hold a State Application forms and other information courses or about the course section suited to the Equivalency Certificate (GED). If you are a about applying for admission can be obtained student’s level of preparation. Test scores mature applicant who cannot meet these from the Admissions Office by a personal visit remain valid for two years without the student requirements, you may be given special consid- to the office at 900 Lafayette Boulevard, on the needing to be retested. For further information eration based on your qualifications and web site at www.hcc.commnet.edu, by calling on the Accuplacer placement test and a list of experience. This consideration must be 332-5100, or by mail to: internet sites to help you prepare for the test, approved by the President or his/her designee. Admissions Office visit the HCC home page at Housatonic Community College To apply for admissions, you must: www.hcc.commnet.edu and click on “Testing 900 Lafayette Boulevard 1. Obtain an application from the Admissions Services”. Bridgeport, CT 06604-4704 Office or from a high school guidance office, The following are required to take the test: apply online, or download an application from the web site. • All first-time students enrolled in a degree or certificate program; 2. Return the completed application with a $20 Measles/Rubella Immunization • Any student who does not initially seek a non-refundable application fee, (personal Connecticut Law Public Act 03-13 check or money order), to the Admissions degree or certificate but who registers for a Students born on or after January 1, 1957, Office. course that would result in the accumulation seeking a degree, may have to show proof of of 12 or more credits; 3. Submit an official copy of your high school measles and rubella immunization. This applies • Any transfer student who has not success- transcript (sent from your high school) to all out-of-state high school students and fully completed both an English composition showing graduation, or a copy of your in-state high school students graduating prior course and a college-level math course diploma, or a copy of your G.E.D. Students to 1999. All other students are exempt.* without a high school diploma must (transcripts required); Official Documents include: successfully pass an Ability to Benefit test. • Any student electing to take an English • Physician’s documentation of inoculations. 4. Submit an official transcript of previous writing course or a mathematics course; course work to the Admissions Office if • Blood work indicating immunity. • Any student electing to take English as a you have attended another post-secondary • A physician’s certification that the student Second Language courses. institution (college/training institute). had the disease. 5. Provide proof of compliance with the • A physician’s certification that inoculation is When the Test is Given Measles/Rubella Immunization policy. See medically contraindicated. Placement testing is regularly scheduled section on Measles/Rubella Immunization throughout the year. Call (203) 332-5019 to for complete information. • A signed statement that receiving immu- nizations is against your religious beliefs. schedule an appointment. Please note: you 6. Complete the Accuplacer Placement Test. must apply for admissions and have a student • The first measles and rubella inoculation Please contact the Academic Support Center Banner ID number in order to take the test. at (203) 332-5019 only AFTER submitting must be after the student’s first birthday and Testing continued on following page. the application for admissions. Placement after January 1, 1969. A second measles testing is required for all students entering inoculation is required, must be at least thirty degree/certificate programs, or for those days after the first, and must have been students who have not taken and passed a given after 1980. college level English and math course. www.hcc.commnet.edu 7 Test Waivers Students with Programs for High First-time students who have earned an Disabilities School Students associate degree or higher need not be tested. Students with disabilities are advised to Housatonic offers a number of programs Official transcripts are required, though register with the Disability Support Services which provide access to the College for high unofficial transcripts may be used for advising program immediately after acceptance by the school students. and placement purposes. College. Students are encouraged to inquire about services at the time of admissions, High School Partnership Credit (by examination) for through the Coordinator of Disability Support Experiential Learning Services. We welcome students with disabilities Program (HSP) and the opportunity to make their college Housatonic and many area high schools Educational experiences gained outside of experience a successful one. have signed agreements, which permit eligible the traditional college setting through employ- high school juniors and seniors to enroll in ment, military, volunteer work or independent college-level credit courses at Housatonic at study activities may be valid towards completing Students with Medical no cost under the Housatonic High School degree requirements. Students who have Partnership Program. To be eligible for consid- enrolled in a degree or certificate program at Problems eration, students must have the written HCC may be granted credit and advanced It is the student’s responsibility to notify the recommendation of their high school principal standing for such experiences, if applicable. Dean of Students Office, the Health Services or counselor, have at least an 80 (“B”) If you wish to earn credit for experiential Office, and instructors of any chronic medical academic average, and test into college-level learning, you must complete either a Challenge problem which may require accommodations (non-remedial) courses. Students admitted Exam Form or a Portfolio Assessment Form or adjustments. Such accommodations and under the High School Partnership Program are from the Admissions Office and submit it to the adjustments will be considered when appropriate. responsible for the cost of their books and appropriate academic department for approval. transportation. Each high school is limited to Upon approval, arrangements will be made for one student each semester. completing either a standardized or depart- Non-degree, mental test or other assessment procedure for Non-matriculated Middle College Program determining if credit will be granted. The Students Academic Advising Center will notify you of for High School Students credit awards. As per Board Policy, no more (Not Currently in High School) The Middle College Program (MCP) at than fifty percent of an approved program may Non-degree, non-matriculated students Housatonic Community College is a pre-college, be awarded for prior experiential learning. All (not currently in high school) are individuals academic preparation program designed “to work must be completed within one year from who have not yet selected a program, although reduce the number of high school students that the initial date of the request. they have been formally admitted to the require developmental course work upon College. Non-degree, non-matriculated students entering college and to provide an academic CLEP/DSST Examinations are not required to submit an official high enrichment experience” in a college campus school or college transcript until they enroll environment. Students from three Bridgeport The College Level Examination Program into a degree or certificate program. They may high schools: Bassick, Harding and Central (CLEP) and DSST (DANTES) exams are widely register only as part-time students (11 or less High Schools participate in the Middle College accepted credit-by-examination programs, credits per semester) and enroll on a course-by- Program. Students are placed in a mathematics which allow you to earn college credit by course basis. These students may have the credits and English class for one academic school year. demonstrating college-level knowledge gained applied toward a degree or certificate upon Students, who successfully complete the course through prior academic study, independent declaration of degree status. Non-degree, non- with a “C” or higher grade, are eligible to study, or professional experience. matriculated students are not eligible for receive three (3) college credits and an HCC Exams are 90 minutes in length and cover financial aid. A student who has accumulated scholarship. In addition, students who partici- a wide range of academic subjects. Upon 12 or more credits is required to declare a pate in MCP attend college preparation work- successful completion, you will be granted degree or certificate program and become a shops, career presentations and receive personal, credits determined by HCC. These credits will matriculated student in order to continue financial aid and academic counseling. appear on your transcript but are not used for enrollment at the College. calculating your Grade Point Average or your eligibility for Academic Honors designation at graduation. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Academic Support Center (B116) at (203) 332-5217.

Admissions to Special Programs Please refer to the following programs and pages for special admission requirements Nursing ...... 65 Occupational Therapy Assistant ...... 66 Physical Therapist Assistant ...... 67

8 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog College Career Pathway application to the Admissions Office. These Tuition waivers are granted to all current CT students are required to pay tuition and fees for Guard personnel in good standing as well as Program (formerly Tech Prep) any courses taken. veterans who served during Desert Storm or Housatonic participates in the College All high school students may be admitted to other military operations and were discharged Career Pathways (formerly Tech Prep), 2+2 courses of study for which they satisfy the honorably. Associate Degree Program. The College Career prerequisites. These students should have such The dependent children of certain service- Pathways program is a high school-based and maturity and other qualities indicating ability men who have been declared missing in action, college-based experience that combines academic to profit from a program offered by the College. 100% disabled by the V.A., or prisoners of war and occupational learning. Maturity level may be determined through a may be eligible for benefits. College Career Pathways (CCP) serves as a personal interview. The credits earned shall be link between secondary and post-secondary held until graduation from high school, at education and offers up to four years of a which time credits may be used to satisfy Admission of sequential program of study that includes appropriate degree requirements or may be Foreign Students mathematics, science, communication and a transferred to other colleges. career course at the secondary and post- Each of the steps listed below are critical A placement test is required of all students secondary levels to prepare students for career for enrolling Foreign Students and must be who are interested in participating in the fields. Courses typically begin in the 11th grade followed: High School Partnership Program and for other and may result in an award of an associate high school students on a tuition-paying 1. You must have the equivalent of an degree or certificate after two years of post- basis who plan on taking classes at Housatonic American high school diploma and must secondary training. Community College. present official copies of all academic The College Career Pathways program is records with the application. College tran- designed to build student competency in scripts in a language other than English academic subjects and provide academic Admission of Senior must be accompanied by certified transla- preparation in a career area. High school Citizens & Veterans tions from an accredited agency such as students interested in this program should WES (World Education Services, Inc). speak with their guidance counselors or call All foreign students, except those from the Housatonic Coordinator for High School Waiver of Tuition for Senior countries where English is the only official Outreach Programs at 203-332-5176 or email Citizens, Qualified Veterans language, must demonstrate proficiency in [email protected]. the English language by taking the Test of and the Children of Certain English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Summer Programs Servicemen Information and registration forms for this Connecticut residents aged 62 or older who test are available at American Embassies, for High School Students have been accepted for admission to Housatonic Consulates, and offices of the United States The College offers summer academic pro- Community College shall be exempt from pay- Information Service, or by writing to Test of grams for Gear-Up students who are entering ment of tuition, general fees, and the applica- English as a Foreign Language, Box 899, their senior year and new high school graduates tion fee provided if, at the end of the regular Princeton, New Jersey 08540. Since the who will enter college in the fall. registration period, there is space available in College has no housing facilities for students, prospective foreign students must give These courses include additional enrichment the course(s) in which the person intends to written evidence, along with their application, and academic support services. enroll. Proof of age must be submitted to the Business Office to complete the eligibility of their residence plans and means of For more information, contact the Dean of requirements for this waiver. A special registra- supporting themselves and paying for Students Office. tion session is held just prior to each fall and college tuition and fees while in the United spring semester. States. All of the above-mentioned creden- All Other High School Students tials should be submitted to the Admissions Office at least three months before the In order for other high school students Admission of Veterans requested date of admission. (including non-HSP and all others without a Housatonic’s Veteran’s Affairs Representative high school diploma or GED) to be admitted to This school is authorized under Federal law is located in B109 and is available to answer Housatonic, they must demonstrate sufficient to enroll non-immigrant alien students. questions regarding Veteran’s tuition benefits. scholastic ability as demonstrated by meeting 2. You are also required to include a copy of the following minimum scores on the Qualified veterans, who were residents of your High School Diploma or Official High Accuplacer placement test: Reading (score of Connecticut when accepted for admission to School Transcripts. High School Diplomas 52 or higher); Sentence Skills (score of 60 or Housatonic Community College, may be exempt (only) can be submitted in another language. higher); Arithmetic (score of 36 or higher). from payment of tuition. Persons who believe Official transcripts must be in English Students must achieve the minimum scores they may qualify for this waiver of tuition should showing your academic course work in all three skills areas in order to meet the speak with the Veterans Affairs Office for further completed at your high school and each standards for ability to benefit. For consistency information about eligibility requirements. college where applicable. (Official transcripts purposes, these are the same minimum scores In addition, veterans eligible to receive - all course work must be translated into used by the Federal government in determining educational benefits must bring a copy of their English in order to be evaluated.) These financial aid eligibility for certain students. DD-214 (separation papers) and MBR-4. credentials are evaluated in accordance with Students must achieve the minimum scores in Veterans eligible to receive military educational the College’s general admissions requirements. each skills area in order to meet the standards benefits under the GI Bill must bring a legible continued for ability to benefit and therefore enrollment at copy of their DD-214 discharge if there was Housatonic. A letter of recommendation from prior active duty on their current Notice of their high school principal or a designated Basic Eligibility (NOBE) if the student is a representative also must be submitted with the member of the CT Guard or Reserves. www.hcc.commnet.edu 9 3. A notarized letter of residence must be New England Regional 4. When a student seeks transfer credit for submitted stating your intended local technical or specialty courses into a program residential address in Connecticut while Student Program that is also accredited by a national or attending Housatonic. The New England Regional Student regional specialized accrediting agency, 4. You, the prospective international student, Program (RSP), one of the basic programs such credits must be from a comparably friend, relative or sponsor must provide a administered by the New England Board of accredited program. In the case of a request (notarized) financial affidavit letter. A letter Higher Education (NEBHE), was established in for transfer credit for technical or specialty stating “who” will be responsible for your 1957. The RSP enables residents of New courses from a non-specially accredited pro- total college expenses. (IMPORTANT: This England to attend an out-of-state public college gram, the college shall provide appropriate letter “must” state the total and exact or university within New England for certain means for the validation of the student’s expense amount.) The government requires degree programs that are not available in their competency in the technical specialty this to cover your cost of living expenses, home-state public institutions and pay either course areas. tuition, fees and books.) Note: Housatonic is in-state tuition or 50 percent above that 5. This policy shall appear in all college catalogs. amount. a commuter school; there are no housing (Adopted January 16, 1973; amended facilities for students. For more information go to the New November 19, 1979; May 16, 2005; May 21, 5. Financial Proof: Referring to #4, The England Board of Higher Education web site at 2007) Sponsor for the applicant must provide www.NEBHE.org/tuitionbreak. “financial proof” they are able to do this. Receiving Transfer Credit Financial proof: recent bank statements, notarized letter from the bank stating you Transfer Students An applicant who has attended another presently have sufficient funds and/or equity, At all Community Colleges, degree and post-secondary institution (college/training scholarship certificates as proof of financial certificate credit shall be granted only for institute) and wishes to have transfer credits support totaling the exact tuition and fee credit courses completed at all institutions earned from another accredited academic amount. This must be in US Dollar equiva- within the Connecticut state system of higher institution applied towards his or her degree at lency. education and at all other collegiate institutions Housatonic Community College must fulfill the following requirements: 6. Copy of Current passport/I-94 card (only accredited by an agency recognized by the for students who have a passport). You must Council for Higher Education Accreditation as 1. An applicant who has attended another bring original and we will make copies of either a “Regional Accrediting Organization” or post-secondary institution (college/training the front and back. a “Specialized and Professional Accrediting institute) must request official transcript(s) Organization” in accordance with the following: of previous course work be sent to the HCC 7. The College awards no financial aid, nor Admissions Office; does the College make housing available. 1. Degree and certificate credit shall be granted for all credit courses that are applicable to 2. Official college transcript(s) from previous 8. International students are required to attend the objectives of, or equivalent to the course college(s) can be mailed directly or hand full time and will pay out-of-state tuition requirements of, the curriculum in which delivered in a sealed envelope to the and fees. the transferring student enrolls. Credit work Admissions Office. Official transcripts are that is not applicable or equivalent to imprinted with a raised college seal; Admission for a curriculum requirements shall be accepted 3. Transfer students are required to provide for credit at the discretion of the college. course descriptions for any course work Second Degree Degree and certificate credit shall also be completed ten years ago or more; granted on the basis of performance on A student who already holds an academic 4. The applicant must be enrolled in a degree degree may earn a second degree in a different examinations in accordance with standards and limits approved by the board of or certificate program and currently attend- curriculum at Housatonic Community College. ing classes. Such a student will be treated in the same trustees. manner as a transfer student with respect to the 2. Degree and certificate credit shall be granted See page 11 for a checklist for receiving minimum number of credits to be taken for the for credit courses completed with a letter transfer credit. second degree at Housatonic. This will require grade of “C” or better, or with a grade of “P” at least 25 percent of the minimum credit (Pass). Such credit courses shall be accepted requirements in the second curriculum to be only for credit, and letter grades assigned by additional coursework completed at the College. other institutions shall not be recorded or In no case can a second degree be awarded included in computations of student grade unless a student has 75 or more credits. point averages. For further information contact Admissions 3. Notwithstanding the number of degree or at 203-332-5100. certificate credits which shall be granted in accordance with the foregoing, the student must complete at least twenty-five percent of the minimum credit requirements for the degree or certificate through coursework at the college awarding the degree or certificate.

10 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog FEES & FINANCIAL AID Checklist for Receiving Tuition & Fees Special Fees Transfer Credits Regional Community College Schedule of Application Fee...... $ 20.00 Student must be in a Degree/ Tuition & Fees Program Enrollment Fee 2...... 20.00 Certificate Program in order to Academic Year 2008-2009 Late Registration Fee...... 5.00 1 transfer credits into Housatonic Tuition Fees Graduation Fee...... 42.00 Community College. (Effective Fall 2008) Replacement of Lost ID Card...... 1.00 1. New and Transfer students: notify the Full-time student (12 semester hours or CLEP Examination Fee3 Each Exam...... 70.00 Admissions Office immediately about more) transfer credits from previous college(s). CLEP Service Fee...... 15.00 Re-Admit and Returning students can bring a. Connecticut resident...... $ 1,320.00 Academic Evaluation Fee...... 15.00 copies of the unofficial transcript(s) to b. Non-resident ...... 3,960.00 Portfolio Assessment Fee ...... 50.00 Academic Advising for evaluation. Official c. NEBHE ...... 1,980.00 transcripts need to be sent to the Returned Check...... 25.00 Admissions Office. Please see #2. Part-time student (per semester hour) Late Payment Fee...... 15.00 2. Request “Official” college transcript(s) from a. Connecticut resident...... $ 110.00 Installment Plan Fee ...... $25.00 previous college(s) be mailed directly to the b. Non-resident ...... 330.00 Tuition and fees listed above are subject to Admissions Office. Official transcripts are c. NEBHE ...... 165.00 change by the Board of Trustees for imprinted with a raised college seal and can Community-Technical Colleges. be mailed or hand delivered directly to the Admissions Office in a sealed envelope. Excess Credits Tuition Charge - An Special Fees are NON-REFUNDABLE 3. Check with the Admissions Office 332-5100 additional flat tuition charge of $100 per and ask if your transcripts have arrived. semester shall apply when total registered Additional Mandatory Once receipt of transcript(s) is confirmed, credits exceed 17 for the semester. contact the Academic Advising Center at Usage Fees 332-8556 to schedule an appointment. Extension Fees Effective Fall 2007 An academic advisor will evaluate the Laboratory Course Fee - Per registration in a transcript(s) and award transfer credit. Credit courses: per semester hour:$ 125.00 designated laboratory course ...... $ 66.00 Courses accepted as transfer credit will Non-credit courses: Rate set on a per course Studio Course Fee - Per registration in a appear on your HCC transcript which can basis depending upon course offered. be found online at myCommNet. Academic designated studio course ...... $ 72.00 Advising will send a letter notifying you of Clinical Program Fee - Level 1 - Per semester the credits accepted for transfer. Note: Not General Fees (Fall and Spring only) Level 1 - allied health all credits accepted may apply to your programs ...... $ 227.00 major. Please see an academic advisor for College Services Fee - Connecticut resident Clinical Program Fee - Level 2 - Per semester details. (Fall and Spring only) Level 2 - allied health 4. What if my “Official” transcripts are not Full-time student - per semester..$ 162.00 programs ...... $ 163.00 available at this time? You must submit an Part-time student See the Full Grid of Tuition and Fees on the “Unofficial” transcript to be evaluated (Cost determined by credit load) web at www.hcc.commnet.edu unofficially for advising purposes. per semester “Unofficial” transcripts can be photocopies (1 through 11 credits)...... $ 54.00-150.00 of transcript or semester final grade reports. Explanation of Notes (You must follow up with Steps 2 and 3.) Student Activity Fee 1. Waivers - per general statutes of CT, Sec. 5. What if I change my major and I have Full-time student - per semester....$ 10.00 10A - 77; Sec. 27 - 103A and Board of transfer credits from another college? Trustees policies. Declaration of Major forms are located in Part-time student - per semester...... 5.00 A102 and A108. Complete the top portion a. Complete waiver of tuition for dependent of the form and bring it to A102. child of a Connecticut resident who was later declared missing in action or a prisoner 6. Graduating Students: Make sure you visit of war after 1/1/60. the Registrar’s Office and fill out a Graduation Evaluation Form. Check with b. Tuition is waived for eligible veterans Academic Advising (A102) to insure all who are Connecticut residents at the time of transfer credit has been awarded. admission if they served on active duty as defined in C.G.S. Sec. 27-103(a) in the 7. BHSN Graduates, please provide a copy of Armed Forces of the U.S. or any government your BHSN Official Transcript. Credits will associated with the U.S. during the following not be transferred unless an official gradua- conflicts and were released from service tion evaluation has been completed by the under honorable conditions: Persian Gulf Registrar’s Office. War 8/2/1990 until ending via Presidential 8. The Academic Advising Center evaluates proclamation, the invasion of Panama transcripts as they are received from the (12/20/1989 - 1/31/1990), Operation Admissions Office, as expeditiously as Earnest Will (2/1/1987 - 7/23/1987), the possible. invasion of Grenada (10/25/1983 - www.hcc.commnet.edu 11 12/15/1983), the peace-keeping mission in New England Regional Registration and Fee Deposit Lebanon (9/29/1982 - 3/30/1984), the Students registering for credit general fund/ Vietnam era (2/28/1961 - 7/1/1975), and Student Program tuition account courses prior to the tuition due earlier conflicts specified in C.G.S. Sec. 27- Each New England state has agreed to admit date must pay a non-refundable deposit of 103(a). out-of-state New England residents for study at applicable College services and student activity its public, degree-granting colleges, universities c. Tuition, general fees and the application fees to hold their registration. fee are completely waived for those and institutions. At HCC, these students pay The total tuition and any mandatory usage Connecticut residents 62 years of age or the same student activity fees as students from fees are payable in one installment and are due over provided, at the end of regular registra- Connecticut, and the same tuition and college no later than the announced deadline. Failure tion, there is space available in the course. services fee, plus a 50 percent tuition and to have made all payments by the announced Special fees other than the application fee college services fee surcharge. deadline will result in the cancellation of the must still be paid. student’s registration unless an installment d. Tuition may be waived or remitted by the payment plan option has been approved. President or a designated appointee for any Tuition and Fees All registrations between the announced in-State student who demonstrates substantial Payment Schedule deadline and the first day of classes shall be financial need and who is enrolled on a full- or accompanied by full payment of all tuition and part-time basis in a degree or certificate Tuition and fees are payable in advance in fees applicable to the course unless an install- program or a pre-college remedial program. accordance with deadline dates announced each semester. Tuition and fees are subject to ment payment plan option has been approved. e. Tuition shall be waived for any student change without prior notice. Failure to make payments in accordance attending the Connecticut State Police with an installment payment plan option will Academy who is enrolled in a law enforce- Housatonic offers an Installment Payment also result in the cancellation of the student’s ment program of the Academy that is Plan option (requires a $25.00 fee) for qualified registration. offered in coordination with a Regional students. Inquire at the Business Office. Community College that accredits courses Students presenting bad checks must taken in the program. This waiver applies Continuing Education Courses replace them within seven days of the College’s receipt of such notification, or the student’s only to courses taken at the Connecticut For information about the fees applicable registration will be immediately canceled. State Police Academy and not to course work to Continuing Education courses, see the required for a degree taken at the College. Continuing Education information available in f. The tuition of any eligible member of the advance of each semester or special session. Connecticut Army or Air National Guard Refunds of Tuition Only shall be waived. To be eligible for such Waiver of Tuition for the Requests for the refund of tuition must be waiver, a member of the Connecticut Army made in writing. Requests made by telephone or Air National Guard must (1) present Elderly, Qualified Veterans and or email will not be accepted. Fees will not be certification by the Adjutant General or his the Children of Certain refunded. All refunds take 2 to 3 weeks for designee as a member in good standing of Servicemen processing. Please refer to the appropriate the Guard, and (2) be enrolled or accepted schedule of classes for the semester that lists for admission to a regional community Connecticut residents aged 62 or older who specific dates for registration, tuition payment college on a full-time or part-time basis in a have been accepted for admission to deadline and refund dates. degree-granting program.The tuition waiver Housatonic Community College shall be shall be reduced by the amount of any exempt from payment of tuition, general fees, Fall and Spring Semester educational reimbursement received from and the application fee provided if, at the end an employer. of the regular registration period, there is Courses space available in the course(s) in which the g. The tuition shall be waived for any Students who wish to withdraw from the person intends to enroll. Proof of age must be College shall direct their requests for withdrawal dependent child of a police officer or fire submitted to the Business Office to complete fighter killed in the line of duty. to the Registrar’s Office. Refunds are made the eligibility requirements for this waiver. according to the conditions and in the amounts h. The community college presidents are Qualified veterans, who were residents of set forth below. authorized to waive the student activity fee Connecticut when accepted for admission to only for students enrolled in General If written notice of complete withdrawal Housatonic Community College, may be from the College, indicated by completion of an Fund/Tuition-financed courses offered at exempt from payment of tuition. Persons who off-campus locations. official withdrawal form, is received by the last believe they may qualify for this waiver of business day prior to the first day of classes for 2. Not applicable if student paid the $20.00 tuition should speak with the Veterans Affairs that semester, 100 percent of the total tuition, application fee. Office for further information about eligibility lab and studio fees for all courses in which one 3. CLEP exam fees are payable to College Level requirements. has registered will be refunded. If a notice of Examination Board and are not deposited or The dependent children of certain service- withdrawal is received through the first 14 held in state accounts. This fee is subject to men who have been declared missing in action calendar days of the semester, a 50 percent change by the College Level Examination or prisoners of war are eligible for a full or refund of tuition, lab and studio fees will be Board. partial waiver of the tuition. Details about this granted both full-time and part-time students. Fees are subject to change. waiver are available from the Veterans Affairs No refunds will be granted either full-time or Office. part-time students beyond the 14th calendar College presidents, with the approval of the day of the semester. The College Services Fee Chancellor, are authorized to waive General and Student Activity Fee are not refundable. and Special Fees of students enrolled in special programs when the circumstances justify such action. 12 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Summer School Courses The Student Aid Report that the student will Student Responsibilities receive after filing the FAFSA need not be sub- All financial aid applicants are assumed to Supported by the Educational mitted to the Financial Aid office. The Financial be familiar with the contents of the HCC Extension Account Aid office will download reports electronically. catalog. Students are responsible for reading In the event the College cancels a summer and understanding all forms they are asked to school course, students will receive a complete Requirements for Student sign and should keep copies of all documents refund. A student who withdraws from a Financial Aid submitted to the Financial Aid Office. summer school course prior to the first day of the session will receive a full refund of credit In order to receive financial aid, students Financial aid recipients must inform the tuition, lab and studio fees, provided that a must have completed the entire admissions Financial Aid Office in writing of any change in written request for refund shall have been process and be accepted into a degree or name, address, marital status, family size, or received by the Registrar’s Office not later than eligible certificate program. You may be eligible financial circumstances. 4 p.m. on the last business day preceding the for financial assistance if you are: Students with questions concerning the first day of the session (requests must be • A citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. accuracy or completeness of their applications received by 4 p.m. Friday for sessions that or Trust Territories; should contact the Financial Aid Office. If your begin on the following Monday). application is in any stage of processing or • In good academic standing and making review and you have not received an official No refunds are granted if withdrawal is satisfactory academic progress according to notification of financial aid at the time you wish made on or after the first day of the session. the standards and practices of HCC (see to enroll, you will be responsible for your Program fees are non-refundable. Appendix XI for Satisfactory Academic tuition bill at the time of registration, and must Progress Policy For Student Financial Aid make payment arrangements with the Business Recipients); Financial Assistance Office. If payment arrangements have not been • In compliance with draft (Selective Service) made and you do not have an official notifica- to Students registration requirements; tion of financial aid, your classes will, in all The purpose of financial aid is to • Not in default in the repayment of any probability, be cancelled. provide financial assistance to students educational loans or owe a refund on any The only formal announcement of financial who would otherwise be unable to Title IV grant program at any institution. aid is an official award letter or e-mail sent by attend college. the Financial Aid Office. Information online at How Financial Aid Works myCommNet is not official unless you have General Guidelines received an official e-mail award notification or Financial aid awards are based on your have been sent an award letter. Housatonic offers financial aid to students enrollment status as of the 14th calendar day of who have been determined to have financial the semester. Any course added after that time Please Note... need, according to Federal need analysis. The will not be covered by financial aid and will be Applicants are responsible for completing financial aid awarded depends on the financial billed directly to you. all Federal eligibility and file completion need, the availability of funds at Housatonic, Students should remember that: requirements as soon as possible. Under NO and any other aid the student is receiving. The circumstances will financial aid be available for • Financial aid cannot be used for non-credit financial aid package may include grants, loans, the fall semester unless ALL requirements are courses offered through the Continuing work-study, or a combination of these funds. satisfied by November 15; or for the spring Education Program; All financial aid awards are subject to change. semester by April 15. • Financial aid cannot be used for audited Applying for Financial Aid courses; Satisfactory Academic Progress All applications for financial aid should be • Withdrawal during the first two weeks of Policy For Student Financial completed by May 1 for students enrolling in any semester will result in the cancellation September, and November 1 for students of all financial aid. Students will be billed by Aid Recipients enrolling in January. Applications are accepted the Business Office for 50 percent of their A student receiving Federal Title IV financial throughout the academic year, but awards tuition, all fees and any bookstore charges; aid or other financial aid directly administered made after the recommended deadlines depend • Please see Policy for Refunds of Cash or certified by the college must maintain on fund availability. A new application must be Disbursement of Title IV Financial Aid for satisfactory academic progress towards the completed for each academic year. withdrawals after the first 14 days of the completion of a certificate or degree program of Eligibility is determined by completing the semester; study. Satisfactory academic progress for financial aid recipients is measured by both Free Application for Federal Student Aid • Financial aid does not cover the cost of any quantitative and qualitative standards and is an (FAFSA). Apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. course and/or related books for which a assessment of a student’s cumulative academic student registers and never attends. The The information provided in the FAFSA record at the college. Students should be aware charges for any such course become the provides a consistent way of measuring the that the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy responsibility of the student who will be ability of families and/or students to pay for financial aid recipients differs from the insti- billed directly by the Business Office. educational costs. The student is determined to tutional Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy. have need if the cost of education exceeds the • Financial Aid is NOT available for the The current Financial Aid Satisfactory student’s available resources, based upon a Winter Session. standardized formula that was established by Academic Progress Policy is available online at Congress. All allowable educational expenses myCommNet, in Appendix XI of the College are considered when financial aid applications Policies section, or in the Financial Aid Office. are reviewed.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 13 Policy for Refunds & Federal Family Educational Loan Tax Credit Programs Program - Federal Stafford and Federal Repayments of Cash Unsubsidized Stafford Loans. Financial aid The Hope Scholarship provides up to Disbursements of Title IV eligibility must be determined before loan $3,300 for qualified education expenses. applications can be processed. Eligible students can receive up to a $1,650 tax Financial Aid (Withdrawal credit for each of the first two years of college. Information) Contact the Financial Aid Office regarding any additional requirements for these programs. The Lifetime Learning Program helps students Students who officially withdraw between offset the cost of education by providing a the 15th day and the 60% point (generally the Lifetime tax credit of 20% of qualified tuition 9th week) in any semester will be subject to a State Programs - and fee expenses, up to $2,000 per year. Title IV calculation to determine how much Connecticut Aid for Public College For more information on these programs, federal financial aid was actually earned. Students - a state grant awarded by the consult your tax advisor, the IRS, or ask for a Students who stop attending classes at any College in various amounts to full- or part-time free HCC brochure. time during a semester or register and never students with demonstrated financial need. attend are considered unofficial withdrawals. Students must be Connecticut residents in order The College will perform the Title IV calcula- to qualify. Scholarships tion and will assume that 50 percent of your Connecticut Community College Grant federal financial aid was earned. Program - a state program awarded by the Housatonic Community College In both of the above situations, a letter College as a grant for full- or part-time students Foundation, Inc. Scholarships will be sent to you explaining your financial with demonstrated financial need. Students must The Housatonic Community College obligation to the College and the US be Connecticut residents in order to qualify. Foundation is committed to the education of all Department of Education. You will have 45 State Work Study - A State program for HCC students. To this end, financial assistance days from the date of the letter to pay the students with Financial Aid eligibility which is available for tuition and fees based on College. provides an opportunity for students to work academic achievement and financial need as and earn an income. Students must be determined by the Scholarship Committee of How Financial Aid Credit Connecticut residents. the Foundation Board of Directors. Balances Are Processed Awards of all Federal and State Financial Information about scholarship applications Aid resources are determined by the Financial and deadlines is publicized regularly through- Students must remain in attendance to be Aid Office. out the HCC community. Preference is given to eligible for refunds of financial aid monies after students in good academic standing with a GPA all debt to HCC is satisfied. If a student does of 3.0 or higher and who have completed at not remain in attendance, the excess aid will be Veterans’ Educational least 9 credits at Housatonic. Students are returned to the Federal government. In the case notified when applications are available and of students who withdraw, payment will be Benefits when the deadlines are for submitting them. prorated based on length of attendance accord- Housatonic is approved by the State ing to the Federal Title IV Refund calculation. Department of Higher Education for student In addition to HCC Foundation scholarship funds, the following are available to incoming Refunds of any amount after eligible educa- benefits under appropriate chapters of Title 38, and current students: tional expenses are deducted are normally U.S. Code. Under specific circumstances, made by the State Controller’s Office. spouses, widows, widowers, and children may also be eligible for these benefits. Veterans or Awards & Scholarships for their dependents should contact the Veteran’s Incoming Students What Programs Are Representative in the Registrar’s Office for assistance in effecting certification of eligibility. The Koskoff-Bieder Scholarship Fund - Available established in 2007 to assist incoming students Housatonic, through the State of who are working part-time, demonstrate Federal Programs - Connecticut, is also able to offer veterans financial need, are in good academic standing tuition waivers for General Fund courses. To be and are not receiving financial aid. Preference Pell Grant is a federal grant based on need eligible, a veteran must have served honorably given to applicants who participate in FSW’s and restricted to students pursuing a first on active duty during qualified war eras and (formerly Family Services Woodfield) Business undergraduate degree. fulfill residency requirements. Please refer to Youth Center Program. Federal Supplemental Educational the Admissions section for more information. Opportunity Grant - a federal grant usually Each veteran must present a valid Form awarded to Federal Pell recipients with greatest DD-214 when applying for student benefits financial need. under the G.I. Bill or Tuition Waiver. Federal Work Study - a federal program Note: The Advanced English Proficiency for students with financial aid eligibility which (ESL) certificate is not a vocational program provides an opportunity for students to work approvable for veteran benefits. However, and earn an income. It is expected that any veterans and eligible dependents may be paid earnings will be used for costs relating to for remedial, deficiency or refresher courses attendance at the College. (such as ESL) when it is determined that they need the courses in order to pursue a program for which they would be otherwise eligible. Certification of need (as determined by testing) can be made to the VA.

14 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Awards & Scholarships for The Southern Connecticut Gas Company Community Scholarship - Incoming and Current Students Awarded to a current full-time or part time Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust HCC student who has completed one year at Scholarship – provides tuition assistance to the College. Preference will be given to a current HCC students. The scholarship qualifi- student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher who cations are based on scholastic achievement demonstrates financial need and financial need. Connecticut Women’s Forum Endowed Barden Foundation Scholarship - awarded Scholarship Fund - awarded to female students to two students who are continuing their educa- with financial need who are enrolled in any tion in science, including computer science. two-year program at HCC. Kim Thibodeau Chiaraluce Endowed Daphne Seybolt Culpeper Memorial Scholarship Fund - established to provide Foundation Scholarship - awarded to a HCC funds for a young woman attending the College student pursing a course of study in the area of for the academic year either on a full- or part- allied health. time basis who demonstrates academic achieve- The Luiz Claudio dos Santos Memorial ment and financial need. Scholarship - a tuition scholarship awarded The William Pitt, III Foundation on an annual basis to a foreign student who Scholarship - awarded to full-time Housatonic maintains a GPA of 2.5 or above and demon- students who are in good academic standing strates financial need. with a GPA of 2.3 or better and who are not The Nursing Scholarship Fund - provides receiving financial aid. Students are not tuition assistance to a student in the pre- required to have 9 credits for this particular nursing program. A student must be in good scholarship. academic standing. Preference is given to The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher who Scholarship - given to a current HCC student have completed 9 or more credits. Students who is currently employed, preferably at a receiving full financial aid are ineligible. Subway Restaurant. Student must demonstrate For additional information regarding the success in all areas of academic achievement, HCC Foundation and scholarships please go to participation in extra-curricular activities, and the HCC website and click on the HCC financial need. Foundation under Quick Links. Doane Scholarship - established in memory Additional scholarship information for of a Housatonic lab assistant and awarded to a graduating students can be found on page 27. student continuing his or her education in computer science, mathematics, or engineering. Supplemental Assistance Fund Mrs. Marguerite Sullivan Dunigan Endowed Scholarship Fund - established to The Housatonic Community College honor Marguerite Sullivan Dunigan’s achieve- Foundation has established a Supplemental ments as a single mother, grandmother, friend, Assistance Fund for students who experience sister, Housatonic student, and graduate. unexpected financial problems directly related Awarded to a single mother currently attending to their ability to continue their studies at HCC. Housatonic. Applications are available each semester and are reviewed by a committee on a President Edward J. Liston Endowed case-by-case basis. Students are limited to a Scholarship Fund - established to provide maximum of $500 during their Housatonic funds for students enrolled in one of the College’s career. two-year degree programs and who demonstrate academic achievement or financial need and involvement in extracurricular activities. Early Childhood Laboratory Elizabeth Pfriem Endowed Scholarship School Funds Fund - awarded to Housatonic Foundation The Foundation may assist students with Scholars. Scholars are current HCC students in tuition for their children at the Housatonic good academic standing who demonstrate Early Childhood Laboratory School. financial need and have completed 9 or more credits at the College with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Domenico Simone Scholarship – require- ments for this scholarship are need-based and merit-based. Also, the student must be in the Business or Math/Science department.

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www.hcc.commnet.edu 15 ACADEMIC PROCEDURES Registration Attendance If an extension of time beyond one semester is needed, a written request must be filed in the New and currently enrolled students have With enrollment in College, students accept office of the Academic Dean prior to the end of several registration options if they choose to responsibility to take full advantage of their the 10-week period. Extensions will be at the register early for the upcoming semester. Early educational opportunity by regular attendance discretion of the instructor and the Academic registration will permit students to have first in classes and laboratories. Dean. choice of courses and class times. Payment of The College does not administer a uniform the appropriate College fees will hold these system of attendance regulations. At the classes until full payment is made no later than beginning of each semester the instructor will Withdrawing from three weeks before the start of classes. Fees are provide a course outline and what he/she College or Dropping not refundable. Delaying registration until the considers necessary for the successful comple- beginning of the semester may result in desired tion of the subject matter. Students are expected a Course classes and times being unavailable. to meet academic obligations or to assume the A student who wishes to drop a course or to Before new, readmit or transfer students risks of failure. withdraw from the College should follow the register for classes, they must be advised by an The instructor will extend make-up of work official procedure outlined below. Students academic advisor or counselor. In addition, missed because of absence or other reasons who do not officially drop courses or withdraw students must be in full compliance with all only when there is sufficient justification. from the College or fail to complete courses other College policies and requirements. Lack of attendance cannot be the sole ground satisfactorily may be subject to probation, Registration is not complete until all forms for exclusion from a course. suspension or dismissal. are completed and submitted and tuition and 1. Contact a counselor in the Counseling fees are paid in full. Students who do not pay Office, The Academic Advising Center, or a or make financial arrangements with the Repeating a Course/ faculty advisor and follow his or her instruc- Business Office will have their registrations Higher Grade Prevails tions. canceled. Students may only repeat the same course 2. Obtain an add/drop notice form from the twice in which they receive a grade of “C-” or Registrar’s Office. Auditing Courses lower (C-, D+, D-, F). Credit will be granted 3. Students who cannot appear in person to only once for a course unless otherwise specified withdraw from the College should attempt A student not wishing credit may audit in the course description. The student transcript to work with a counselor. No drop or courses. This status may allow the student to will reflect all grades, but for the purpose of the withdrawal requests can be accepted by participate in classroom activities. computation of the GPA, the higher or highest telephone. Students must obtain the written approval grade prevails. Repeated courses that are counted 4. During Fall and Spring semesters, for all of the instructor in order to audit a class. An in the computation of the GPA are noted with students who withdraw from the College or Audit form signed by the class instructor must “I” on the transcript following the grade points drop a course prior to or during the first two be completed within four weeks of the start of to indicate “included” in calculation. Courses weeks of class of the semester the course classes for a standard semester and earlier for that are not counted in the computation of the will not appear on the student’s transcript. summer or winter sessions. Forms are available GPA are noted with “E” on the transcripts Courses withdrawn from or dropped prior at the Registrar’s office. Full tuition and fees are following the grade points to indicate “excluded” to the Summer or Winter sessions will not due for any audited classes. While the student in calculation. appear on the student’s transcript. may ask to have papers critiqued, the instructor is not required to grade an auditor’s course 5. Students who drop a course or withdraw work. Audited classes are listed on the student’s Incomplete Work from the College after two weeks, but prior transcript as AU. While a student may in to the end of six weeks after the start of If there are exceptional circumstances, a classes for a standard semester are entitled succeeding semesters take for credit a class student whose work in a course is incomplete previously audited, students may not petition to receive a grade of “W” in each course at the time of grading may request a grade of from which they have officially dropped or to receive credit for an audited class and may “I.” from the course instructor. The instructor not change to a credit basis during the semester. withdrawn. After that time, through the will complete an Incomplete Grade Form 12th week of a standard semester, the faculty which lists what the student must do to member has the option to assign a grade of Change of Major/Add complete the course requirements and a default “W” or “F.” Before dropping a course, it is grade if the student fails to do so. If the work recommended that the student discuss the a Secondary Program for the course and the procedures for changing matter with the faculty member. (Refer to Students who wish to change their enroll- a grade are not completed within 10 weeks of the section on Grading.) After the 12th ment from one major to another (for example, the following regular semesters (fall or spring), week, no course can be dropped. to change from General Studies to Fine Arts - the “I” automatically converts to the default Art) or add a secondary program should obtain grade provided by the faculty member. (Grades the proper form from the Counseling Office or of “I” received at the end of the spring semester the Academic Advising Center. The completed would automatically become the default grade Change of Major form needs to be submitted to at the end of the fall semester.) the Academic Advising Center, A102. The student is responsible for meeting with the instructor to make arrangements to complete course work.

16 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Online and Hybrid Hybrid Courses Grading Courses Hybrid Courses combine online work with Grades are available at regular on-campus class meetings, but do not Online Courses have as many on-campus class meetings as myCommNet Online courses provide all instructional the typical on-campus course. Hybrid classes Semester grades can be obtained by the compnents in a distance learning environment typically require that 50% of the coursework student in their myCommNet account at except for some orientation and assessment take place in a classroom with a set schedule; http://my.commnet.edu. Mid-term grades are sessions which may be held on campus. the other 50% of the coursework is online posted mid-semester, final grades are posted at using Blackboard Vista. Online courses operate differently than our the completion of each semester. Unofficial transcripts may be printed from myCommNet on-ground courses by incorporating various Hybrid Course Schedule technological components. Courses are for free. The published Class Schedule indicates designed to be communication intensive. All where and when your hybrid class will meet. online courses contain the essential resources Explanation of Grading System The instructors will explain procedures for such as course outline, syllabus, reading and online course work during the first class Adopted May 1983, amended April 1990, April written assignments, quizzes and/or tests meeting. All hybrid courses meet in the class- 2000, April 2001, April 2002. including any additional resources deemed room on the FIRST scheduled class day. necessary to assist learners with the subject I. Credits matter. Online courses are accompanied by a In both online courses and hybrid courses, A credit is a unit of academic achievement textbook or e-book, and interactive learning students should expect an amount of work which is awarded upon the successful comple- activities. A learner will interact with faculty equivalent to what would be required in any tion of a course. and other students either through discussion college level course even though the online boards, e-mail, group collaborative assignments format allows students to go online at any time II. Semester Hours and/or synchronized learning (live chat). The to complete class work. Taking an online or A semester hour is a measure of time usually online courses are accessible through the use hybrid course gives students greater flexibility corresponding to 55 minutes of lecture once of a home computer or any other supported in scheduling their time, but online requirements per week for an entire semester. technological hardware that provides Internet will be as time-consuming and demanding as access. other courses offered fully on campus. III. Grades If you think you might be interested in Grades are an indication of the standard of taking an online course but aren’t sure, take the Terms academic work performed and/or the status of self-assessment at www.hcc.commnet.edu/ the student in relation to a course and/or the webct/DL/orientation_new.asp to help you You Need to Know College. The academic grading system consists of five basic grades of student performance: decide whether online learning is right for you. Freshman - a student who has earned Students should review the system technical fewer than 30 credits “A,” “B,” “C,” “D,” “F,” and four grades of computer requirements to ensure that they student status: “I,” “M,” “W,” “N.” In addition, Sophomore - a student who has earned at have the correct equipment for a successful participants enrolled in non-credit courses least 30 credits online educational experience. Additional through Continuing Education courses may be resources for online learning can be found at Credit or Credit Hour - a standard of awarded Continuing Education Units (CEUs) www.hcc.commnet.edu under the Distance measure of the amount of instruction time on a Pass/Fail (P/F) basis. Learning heading. required to successfully complete a course A letter grade of “A” through “F” indicates a Online Environment Demonstration GPA (Grade Point Average) - a numerical student’s performance in terms of what was computation of the student’s academic grade done, how much was done, and how well the For a demonstration of the Blackboard Vista Auditing - enrolling in and attending a class work was done from the start to the online course environment used at Housatonic, course on a non-credit basis. The instructor’s completion of a class. Other academic grades you may go to the Connecticut Distance permission is needed and an audit form must indicate a student’s status in terms of his/her Learning Consortium’s website at be properly completed within the specified entry or exit point from a class over time and www.ctdlc.org/Sample/ and go through their time limits for that semester or session. condition (W, N) or at the close of the official Blackboard Vista Sample Course. grading period (I, M). Dropping a course - officially withdrawing Accessing an Online Course from a course. Drop procedures require filing a Administrative marks include: “AU,” and “N.” HCC online classes use the Blackboard Vista “drop” form available from the Registrar’s online course environment. You must be regis- Office. Following the proper procedures can tered in a class before you will be able to log in. help prevent a failing grade or negative effect on the student’s grade point average. Please go to the http://my.commnet.edu, login and select the Blackboard Vista icon. You Withdrawing from College - officially can log in to myCommNet using the 8 digits of withdrawing from all classes in a semester. your Banner ID @)student.commnet.edu and Following the proper procedures (see the your chosen password. Registrar) can help the student return to Housatonic in good standing. Withdrawal If you have never signed on before procedures require the filing of a drop form for please follow the directions found at all courses. www.hcc.commnet.edu/webct/DL/login_my commnet.asp.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 17 Academic Standard Grades The only mid-term grades assigned are “S,” “U,” Definition of Grades & and “M.” Grades are not generally changed after Grade Grade Points one year of their issuance. Administrative Marks A 4.0 A-F A- 3.7 V. Statement on Satisfactory Academic Standard Grades. A letter B+ 3.3 Progress grade of “A” through “F” indicates a student’s performance in terms of the quantity and the B 3.0 1. The grading system employed by each quality of that work performance. Only these B- 2.7 college should accurately reflect the academic grades are considered in the determination of a achievement of the student. In order to C+ 2.3 grade point average (GPA) for a student. Any ensure appropriate use of state resources grade followed by the # sign indicates a C 2.0 available for the education of its citizens, Developmental Studies course and will not C- 1.7 each college will develop procedures to contribute any points to the student’s GPA. monitor satisfactory progress through its I D+ 1.3 warning, probation and suspension policy. Incomplete. May be awarded by an D 1.0 2. This policy shall be applicable to all students instructor only when a majority of course D- 0.7 enrolled for developmental and/or credit requirements and assignments has been courses, no matter the number of credits for F 0 successfully completed. The “I” grade is a which they are enrolled. # following grade deferred grade, neither passing nor failing, on indicates 3. No course may be repeated for credit more the official transcript. Incomplete work must be Developmental Studies than twice. The highest grade received will submitted to an instructor at least 14 days course 0 be used in calculating the student’s academic before the 10th week of the following regular average. This does not apply to those courses semester so that grades can be submitted no I 0 that are designed to be repeated for addi- later than the 10th week of the following M (developmental tional credit. regular semester, fall or spring. courses only) 0 4. Satisfactory completion of fifty percent of M N 0 the credits attempted (this phrase means Maintaining progress. An administrative actual continued enrollment beyond the P (for CEU courses only) 0 transcript notation used only for developmental add/drop period) will be the minimum courses to indicate that the student is main- W 0 standard for good standing. taining progress but not at the usual rate. It S (Satisfactory progress, 5. Students who have completed 11 or fewer may be given to a student for a course only mid-term grade only) 0 credits whose Cumulative Grade Point twice. U (Unsatisfactory progress, Average (CGPA) falls below 1.5 will be given N mid-term grade only) 0 a written warning. Students who have com- pleted between 12 and 30 credits inclusive No Grade. A transcript notation for any Administrative Marks whose CGPA falls below 1.7, and those who situation where there is no grade reported at have completed 31 or more credits whose the end of the traditional semester (i.e., no AU 0 CGPA falls below 2.0, will be given a written grade received from a faculty member, courses N 0 notice that they are placed on academic in progress, or no basis for a grade). probation. P IV. Mid-Term Grades 6. Students placed on academic probation will Passing. “P” is used for students enrolled in Mid-term grades are advisory grades indi- be required to take a reduced course load non-credit courses. The CEU is a measurement cating a student’s progress through the first half for one semester. (one unit equals ten class contact hours) of a standard semester. If a student is making 7. Students who, after being placed on nationally recognized by business, industry and satisfactory progress, he/she will be awarded a academic probation for one semester and professional organizations for evaluating an grade of “S” to indicate satisfactory progress. If after taking a reduced course load, fail to individual’s effort toward professional growth. a student is not making satisfactory progress, attain the required CGPA as shown above When “P” is used, it may reflect performance at he/she will be awarded a grade of “U” to will be notified in writing that they are any of the passing levels (A, B, C, D). indicate unsatisfactory progress. A student in suspended for one semester. Permanent records of CEUs are kept by the Office of Continuing Education programs. developmental courses may also be awarded an 8. After the period of suspension, students “M” grade to indicate that he/she is maintaining may be reinstated, either as regular or S progress, but not sufficient to attain the mid- probationary students, upon application to Satisfactory progress, mid-term grade only term grade of “S.” When compared to traditional the college. grades, the “S” grade equates to a grade of “C” U 9. An appeals process will be established by or higher, while a grade of “U” equates to a Unsatisfactory progress, mid-term grade each college, which provides for due “C-” or lower. only process. Students are assigned mid-semester grades in each subject. These are merely estimates of 10. College procedures will be included in the students’ progress and are not entered on appropriate publications and communica- permanent records. However, grades of “W,” tions. and “AU” are considered permanent final (Adopted October 17, 1993, amended January grades when awarded either as mid-semester or 28, 2002, amended February 23, 2004, amended final grades and entered on permanent records. September 20, 2004)

18 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog AU Example: Definition of Readmit Student Audit. “AU” is used for students wishing to Course Credit Grade Grade A “Readmit” student is a student returning take a credit course for no credit. Students Hours Points to the College after an absence of at least 2 must pay the regular fees and audit status must ENG* E101 3 B+ 9.9 years (including summer and winter sessions). be indicated within four weeks of the start of PSY* E111 3D3.0 Definition of a New Student class. The audit student will receive no credit MAT* E137 3A12.0 and a grade of “AU” and may not change to a A “New” student is a first-time first-year credit basis. The student may in succeeding BIO* E105 4 B- 10.8 student attending any institution for the first semesters take for credit any course he/she has 13 35.7 time at the undergraduate level. This definition previously audited. Audit courses will be The GPA for this student would be 2.74 for includes students enrolled for the fall term who reflected on the student’s record as “AU.” The the semester (35.7 divided by 13 = 2.74). attended the same college for the first time in student may not petition for credit for the the prior summer term. This definition also audited course. includes students who entered with advanced W Fresh Start standing (college credits earned before gradua- tion from high school - AP, Tech Prep/College Withdrawal. “W” is used for students who for Readmit Students Career Pathways, HS Partnership, etc.). formally withdraw from a course. Students who Fresh Start Option allows students who withdraw through the Registrar’s Office within have not registered for college credit courses for the first two weeks of the semester receive no two or more years and have a poor academic Appeal of Grades grade for the course. Students who formally record to refresh their Grade Point Average withdraw after the 2nd week, but prior to the A student who wishes to appeal an awarded (GPA) and develop a more favorable academic end of the 6th week of classes, automatically grade should first confer with the faculty record. A poor academic record is defined as receive a grade of “W.” After six weeks and up member concerned within 15 days from the multiple courses completed with course grades to the 12th week of classes, a “W” may be time the Registrar posts grades. If the student is of less than 2.0. The only grades eligible for Fresh awarded by the instructor only if formal with- not satisfied with the outcome of that conference, Start are those earned prior to readmission. drawal is initiated by the student, and at the the student may submit a written appeal with discretion of the instructor. The Fresh Start Option may be used only the Academic Dean who will consult with the once. A student must apply for this option faculty member and the appropriate department prior to, or during, the first semester after chair. The written appeal must include the Transcripts returning to HCC. Students are INELIGIBLE if grade attained, the grade the student believes Students wishing to have an official copy of they have completed a Certificate or Degree was earned in the course and the exact reason(s) their transcript may request one online by and the option will not apply to completed the grade is incorrect. Reasons that a grade is accessing their myCommNet account or fax or certificates or Degrees. incorrect are mathematical error or grade mail the request form from our website. No If the request for the Fresh Start Option is assigned on basis other than the criteria cited in telephone requests can be accepted. Transcripts, approved, all grades previously earned will the course syllabus. official or unofficial, will not be faxed. remain on the student’s transcript. The semesters The appeals process is described in detail in Transcript requests are normally processed for which Fresh Start is involved will include a the College Policies section, Appendix II, within 10 working days. There is no charge for transcript symbol indicating that the policy is Section 3: Review of Academic Standing. official transcripts; any questions contact the in effect. The original GPA will not be included Registrars Office at 332-5088 in any subsequent computation of the new GPA. In accordance with the system policy on Academic Honors Grade Point Average (GPA) transfer grades, if the Fresh start option is Dean’s List Grade points are calculated by multiplying approved, the student will receive credit for the number of points of each grade by the total courses with a grade of “C” (not including C-) There shall be a Dean’s List of full-time number of credit hours assigned to that course. or above, including “P” (Pass). students who earn a semester grade point The GPA is obtained by dividing the total A student must complete a minimum of 15 average of 3.4 or higher. Part-time students number of grade points earned by the total credits after returning to college under the who pursue three credits or more in a semester number of credit hours attempted. Only the Fresh Start Option to be eligible for a degree or shall be eligible for semester honors. A course academic standard grades of “A,” “B,” “C,” “D,” certificate, and for graduation honors. For Withdrawal or Incomplete shall make the “F” including plus and minus are used in more information, please contact the student ineligible for Dean’s List recognition calculating the GPA. Counseling Center at 332-5097. that semester. Upon completion of the Incomplete, the student may be recognized A student’s transcript identifies two different retroactively. Grade Point Average (GPA) ratios. The first is the Semester GPA which is based upon the courses a student has taken during the current semester. The second is a Cumulative GPA which consists of all of the courses a student has taken at the College and the grades received for these courses:

www.hcc.commnet.edu 19 Academic Standards Progress Probation: GPA Suspension Criteria Description: Student has not satisfactorily (prohibits registration): completed a minimum of 50 percent of student’s Satisfactory Progress Description: Student’s accumulated credits class credits and is not making satisfactory and cumulative grade point average are below Students are required to maintain satisfactory progress towards the completion of his or her the required level. Students who have been academic progress during their enrollment at coursework, degree, and/or certificate. Grades placed on GPA Probation for one semester and the College. See the College Policies section of F, F#, W, N and N# are considered unsatis- who have not attained the overall GPA to move Appendix XI of College Catalog for Board factory completions and can result in a student back into good standing are placed on GPA Policy 3.8 Satisfactory Academic Progress being placed into Progress Probation status. suspension. (See chart for explanation.) (includes Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (See chart for explanation.) Result: The student is suspended and is not for Student Financial Aid Recipients). Result: A student is limited to four (4) permitted to register for classes at Housatonic courses totaling no more than 13 credit hours for the upcoming semester, without prior Student Academic Standing including any required remedial courses. If approval. If student has already registered for student has registered for more than four (4) To remain eligible for continued enrollment, the upcoming semester, student will be auto- courses, student must contact the Counseling a student must maintain a cumulative grade matically dropped from all classes one week Office (A108) or the Advising Center (A102) point average (GPA) equal to or above the before the start of classes. immediately or student’s course load may be minimum stated in the Academic Standards automatically reduced for the student. Criteria listed below. A student’s combined Progress Probation and academic standing is determined based on cumulative credit hours, overall GPA, and GPA Suspension progress evaluation: (prohibits registration): Description: Students who are on both Student Academic Standing Progress Probation and GPA Suspension should read the two descriptions above. (See chart for Cumulative Credit Hours Overall GPA Academic Standing Maximum explanation.) Credits Allowed Result: A student is not permitted to register 0.5 - 11.99 credits 0.0 - 1.49 GPA Written Warning 13 credits for classes at Housatonic for the upcoming 12 – 30.99 credits 0.0 – 1.69 GPA GPA Probation 7 credits semester, without prior approval. If student has 31 – 999.99 credits 0.0 – 1.99 GPA GPA Probation 7 credits already registered for the upcoming semester, Satisfactory completion Progress Probation 13 credits s/he will be automatically dropped from all in less than 50 of credits classes one week before the start of classes. After one semester of GPA probation GPA Suspension 0 credits Confidentiality of Written Warning: GPA and Progress Probation: Student Records Description: Student’s cumulative grade Description: Students who are on both GPA NOTIFICATION OF RIGHTS UNDER THE point average is low, and the student is at risk and Progress probation should read the two FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY of continued poor performance at the College. descriptions above. (See chart for explanation.) ACT (FERPA) (See chart for explanation) Result: A student is limited to two (2) The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Result: A student is limited to four (4) courses totaling no more than 7 credit hours Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with courses totaling no more than 13 credit hours including any required remedial courses. If the respect to their education records. including any required remedial courses. student has registered for more than 2 courses, These rights are included in the College Students in this standing should seek additional s/he must contact the Counseling Office (A108) Policies section in Appendix XVII. advising, tutoring or other help that is available or the Academic Advising Center (A102) at the College. Please contact the Advising immediately or student’s course load may be Center (A102), the Academic Support Center automatically reduced for the student. (B116), or the Counseling Office (A108) for further assistance. (See chart for explanation.)

GPA Probation: Description: Student’s cumulative grade point average has fallen below the required level. (See chart for explanation) Result: A student is limited to two (2) courses totaling no more than 7 credit hours including any required remedial courses. If the student has registered for more than 2 courses, s/he must contact the Counseling Office (A108) or the Advising Center (A102) immediately or student’s course load may be automatically reduced for him or her.

20 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Policies Media Allowable Portion 2. Circulate an attendance sheet with the under Fair Use course number and section for each student Please refer to the Faculty/Staff Reserve shelf to sign. Provide this information to the in the Library or to the College Policies section • Fiction or Non-fiction book One chapter or 10%, whichever is less offices listed in paragraph 1 when you leave beginning on page 135 for the complete the classroom. At that point you are free to policies and texts concerning the following: • Short story leave if you have received no other direc- Up to 1000 words or 10%, whichever is less Academic Dishonesty tions. • Poem Students of Housatonic Community College Up to 250 words or 10%, up to 3 from one Computer Policies are expected to do their own work on assign- poet Using computers can be a very important ments, laboratory exercises, quizzes, examina- part of your education. The HCC computer tions and any other academic work. Academic • Article One article from an issue of a periodical laboratories are available for registered student dishonesty ultimately injures the individual use. and depreciates the value of grades received by • Chart other students. Cheating in any form is viewed One from a book or issue of a periodical The College, Board of Governors for Higher Education, and State of Connecticut have by the faculty, the students and the administra- • Music, lyrics, or music video tion as a most serious offense. endorsed uniform policies regarding computer Up to 10% but not more than 30 seconds use and computer software ownership. Under Academic dishonesty can result in your • Cartoon, diagram, graph, illustration, these policies, you cannot use the laboratory receiving an “F” grade on the paper or exam in or photograph facilities to create software for any illegal question, an “F” grade in the course, suspension Up to 15 works or 10% from a publication, activity nor can you use these facilities for from College, or expulsion from College. The and up to 5 images from one artist personal work whether for a profit or non-profit last two penalties - suspension or expulsion from purpose. You cannot duplicate or load software • Numerical data set College - can only be invoked through the unless the duplication or loading is directly Up to 10% or 2500 fields Academic Dean. Faculty members may invoke related to a course and is under the direct the first two penalties - an “F” grade on the All copyright-protected material used must supervision of a faculty member. Further, paper or exam in question or an “F” grade in include the complete source citation and the College policy forbids viewing pornographic or the course. rights holder. This information should appear other potentially offensive material on the Faculty members try to explain to students on the same page as the material itself. College computers. Willful violation of any of exactly what is meant by academic dishonesty If you have a copyright question not these policies may result in disciplinary action. and plagiarism and what the penalties are at the answered by this information, please contact For the complete policy see Appendix IV. beginning of the semester. If you are unsure of the Library Director for assistance. what the policy is or whether an activity might See Appendix XVII for the complete Policy. Bringing Your Children to School be considered academic dishonesty or plagiarism, Class Cancellations Generally, visitors are not allowed in the it is wise to consult with the faculty member classroom. However, if, in an emergency situa- prior to undertaking the action or submitting Housatonic has the right to cancel any class tion, you would like to have your child with the paper. or to change instructors. Upon course cancella- you at the College when you are attending tion, a student will be notified and referred to class, you are required to receive permission Housatonic Community College an advisor or counselor who will meet with the Copyright Policy for Students from the instructor. If approved, you must have student to select another ongoing course in the child or children with you in the classroom Copyright refers to exclusive legal rights which the student will be enrolled provided at all times. You cannot leave your children authors or owners have over their works for a he/she meets the pre-requisites/parallels. unattended anywhere in the College. specific period. These rights include copying Restrictions apply in equipment-related courses, whole or parts of works, creating derivative and ENG* 101 and ENG* 102. Drug-Free Workplace works, and distributing or performing the Occasionally classes have to be cancelled The Board of Trustees of Community- works. because of extreme weather conditions or other Technical Colleges has adopted the policy on Students may not make additional copies of emergencies. The most detailed information is drug-free workplaces for the system of any copyright-protected materials given to on the HCC website (www.hcc.commnet.edu). community colleges. them in the classroom. Faculty Absences No student or employee shall knowingly Students may make one copy of materials possess, use, distribute, transmit, sell, or be placed on Course Reserve for them in a library If a faculty member is going to be late or under the influence of any controlled substance or tutoring center. The copy may only be used cannot meet a class because of an emergency, on the College campus or off the College campus for personal use, and additional copies may not he or she will make every effort to have some- at a College-sponsored activity, function, or be made for distribution to others. one inform you. Many faculty members will event. Use or possession of a drug authorized inform you during the first class sessions what Students may print one copy of articles by a medical prescription from a registered to do in such an event. However, if any faculty found in an online database for their personal physician shall not be a violation of this provi- member is late arriving for class (more than 20 use. sion. minutes), you can: Students may print one copy of information These include CT Statutes, CT Policy for a 1. Go to the Academic Dean (A204a), the found in an Internet site for their personal use. drug-free workplace, Drugs with Addictive Evening Division Office (A102) or the office Potential, Description of Health Risks, and Students may make one copy of portions of of the department chair for that academic Federal Trafficking Penalties. copyright-protected materials as indicated area (refer to “Where To Go For Help,” page below, for use in their papers, presentations, 32) and ask for guidance; For the complete policy see Appendix XII. etc.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 21 Standards and Procedures for Smoking Persons in possession of firearms, fireworks, Student Discipline Smoking is not permitted anywhere in dangerous weapons, or unauthorized chemicals The Board of Trustees of Community- Housatonic Community College. will be subject to disciplinary action. Technical Colleges has adopted the policy on For the complete policy see Appendix VII. student discipline for the system of community People with Disabilities colleges. This policy is put forth to ensure that no Domestic Violence For the complete policy see Appendix I. qualified person be excluded from participation Domestic Violence knows no gender, class, in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be religion, education, or economic standing. In Student Rights subjected to discrimination under any program the past, domestic violence had been perceived As a student, you are entitled to an atmos- or activity on a community college campus. as a personal and private problem that phere conducive to learning and to impartial For the complete policy see Appendix VI. happened only to people within a certain socio- treatment in all aspects of the teacher/student economic group. Now, domestic violence is relationship. This includes the right to be Racism and Acts of Intolerance seen as the devastating social problem that it is and programs have been established to combat evaluated solely on academic performance and The community colleges have long been com- this far too common form of abuse. Chances are not on any matter irrelevant to that perform- mitted to providing educational opportunities that someone you know such as a friend, neigh- ance. As a student you are free to take reasoned to all who seek and can benefit from them, as bor, classmate, or colleague is a victim of exception to the data or views offered in any evidenced in the mission statements and policies domestic violence. Domestic violence will often course, but you are responsible for learning the concerning student rights, affirmative action, come onto campus under a blanket of silence content of the course of study as defined by and equal opportunity. The board and the and shame. Remember this is not a private official College publications, such as the College colleges recognize that an important part of issue!! At Housatonic we are a community, and Catalog. providing opportunity is creating a welcoming this is a societal problem that needs to be environment in which all people are able to For the complete policy see Appendix II. addressed by the community. Knowledge and work and study together, regardless of their understanding are important and effective tools Change of Address differentness. that faculty, students and staff can call upon to It is important that the College have your See Appendix VI for the complete policy. help a victim stay safe. correct address and your correct name at all Sexual Harassment The following staff members are Safety times. Therefore, you are required to report any Network Liaisons and are trained in domestic change of address or name to the Registrar’s Sexual harassment can take many forms, violence facilitation: Office immediately, using a change of personal such as physical (touching, kissing, pinching), data form. verbal (jokes or sexual innuendoes), visual • Deloris Curtis (display of offensive pictures whether printed Director, Admissions If you do not report address and name or computer displayed), or threatening harass- 332-5102, Room A102a changes promptly you will not receive your ment (implied or explicit abuse which threatens • Janet Lanci grades and other important information from a person who does not comply with sexual Assistant Professor, the College. requests). 332-8548, Room A206 Should you find yourself in a situation Cellular Telephones/Pagers • Pat Dicks which you suspect may be a type of sexual Head Counselor, Cellular telephones/pagers are a wonderful harassment, you are urged to speak with the Counseling Center convenience. However, they can be disruptive Academic Dean, the Dean of Students, the 332-5039, Room A108c in the classroom. When in class or in the Director of the Counseling Center, or the library, cellular telephones and pagers must be Director of Human Resources/Affirmative • Mickey Reed turned off or muted. Receiving or making calls Action Officer. Coordinator, OTA Program during class not only interrupts your classmates 332-5214, Room C226 and professors, but is discourteous. Please turn Any of these people will advise you of • Heidi Szobota off all cellular telephones and paging devices appropriate channels available to you and will Director, Early Childhood Lab School before class begins. Students may be asked to respect the confidentiality of the situation. 332-5030, Room B137a leave the classroom if a cellphone, pager or Sexual harassment, as well as any reprisal or other electronic device becomes a retaliation by an offender, is illegal and punish- In addition, resource material is available for distraction. able by law. viewing or loan in the Women’s Center. Gambling Use of the Internet for viewing pornographic AIDS and Other Communicable material or carrying on “chat” sessions of sexual Diseases Gambling of any type on the College nature is considered sexual harassment and is campus or at a College sponsored activity, forbidden. The community college system reaffirms its function, or event subjects you to disciplinary commitment to provide a safe and healthy action. For the complete policy see Appendix VI. educational environment, safeguard the rights of individuals, and comply with state and Connecticut General Statutes state that “any Violence in the Workplace Prevention federal antidiscrimination laws and regulations. person who plays at any game for any valuable The Board of Trustees for the Connecticut Sound and compassionate legal, ethical, moral, thing, or solicits another to do the same, upon Community-Technical Colleges has adopted a and educational principles require that students any public conveyance, or wins or loses any zero tolerance violence in the workplace policy. and employees with AIDS, HIV infection, and valuable thing by so playing or betting on such “Violence” is defined as an overt act or threat of other communicable diseases be accorded the play or by sharing in any stake or wager of harm to any person or property, or any act that same rights and assume the same responsibili- those who bet or play, shall be fined not more poses a substantial threat to the safety of any ties as all other members of the community than two hundred dollars and imprisoned not person or property. college community. more than six months.” For the complete policy see Appendix V. 22 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog ACADEMIC SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES Advising Academic Support Testing Services Academic Advising includes students meeting Center Placement testing takes place throughout the year. See pages 7 and 8 for additional infor- with an advisor one-on-one, going over place- The Academic Support Center in rooms mation. ment test results, transfer credits, selection or B116, B118, and B120 includes a variety of declaration of major, degree requirements, how student support services including the Tutoring CLEP and DANTES testing is offered on a to use the college catalog and schedule booklet, Center, Disabilities Support Services, Writing limited basis. completion of the registration form, assignment Across the Curriculum Center, and the Center When extreme circumstances arise, instruc- of a faculty advisor, and preparing students for for Testing Services. tors may allow students to complete a makeup the registration process in subsequent semesters. Some of the specific services are: exam. Make up exams are scheduled through The Academic Advising Center is located in the Testing Coordinator and are proctored by A102. Two full time academic advisors are video camera. available to all students on a walk-in basis. Tutoring Center Primarily new, transfer, readmit and non- We Help You Help Yourself! The Writing Across the degree seeking students are the focus. • One-on-one tutoring with master and peer However, all students are welcome to the tutors in approximately 90 percent of the Curriculum Center Center for advising questions, changes to major courses listed in each semester’s schedule. Writing is a skill that can be improved or faculty advisor, and completion of necessary through practice. The Writing Across the • Online Tutoring: Students can receive a free paperwork such as the Declaration of Major Curriculum Center is a place where students of account to log on and work with a tutor form. all writing abilities can receive help to improve in real time or via email. Log on to their skills. Students can make appointments or In addition, student advising is conducted www.etutoring.org in the Counseling Center (A108) and the drop in for help with writing from faculty and Academic Support Center (B120) when faculty • Mega Math Fridays: No appointment neces- tutors who work in the Center. In addition to advisors are not available. Continuing students sary and stay as long as you would like! Get individual tutoring sessions, group tutoring are encouraged to see their faculty advisor prior the help you need in any level of math from sessions and workshops are held on aspects of to the end of each fall and spring semester. excellent math tutors. writing at various skill levels. Students seeking advising in the summer • Group Tutoring: Meet with your classmates months can go to A102, A108, or B120 for and your professor here at the ASC for a advising since most full time faculty are not special supplemental tutoring session. Counseling Center available. • Computers available: Eight state-of-the-art The Counseling Center is dedicated to Students seeking information on transfer- computers are available for student use. encouraging and assisting all students to ability of coursework and articulation agreements Type and print your paper, insert your achieve their maximum academic, career and with the four state universities and private course CD, or log in to the internet for personal development. The College provides a colleges in the state of Connecticut can utilize research purposes. number of services that are geared to helping the services of the Transfer Counselor in the students meet this objective. The Counseling Counseling Center (A108). Disability Support Services Center is available to discuss issues with students and help them achieve success at Successful students are those who plan. The program for students with disabilities Housatonic. Planning requires that students are clear on the may provide accommodations, academic Counseling services can be used as follows: requirements of their specific degree, what tutoring, and technology to assist students with their short and long term goals are, and the all varieties of disabilities. The program is Academic advising helps you select courses knowledge of the student resources available designed to assist students in developing their to ensure that your Housatonic certificate and on campus. Students are encouraged to seek talents to the fullest by providing assistive associate degree program requirements are advising prior to registration. The Academic services which may include evaluation of indi- satisfied. Counselors work closely with program Advising Center, the Counseling Center, and vidual learning styles, counseling and course advisors to make this process as easy as possible. the Academic Support Center are excellent advising, alternative administration of exami- If you want to change your academic program, resources for all students to utilize to enhance nations, tutoring, audio-visual and computer their success. you can work with counselors to make sure learning equipment and group support. The that your progress toward your career goals is DSS’s professional staff assists students in uninterrupted. This is a very important aspect developing ways to cope with their disabilities of your education and by giving careful and achieve academic success without altering attention to the process; you can save time and the nature of the college courses. effort. • Students with disabilities are encouraged to If you want to transfer to a four-year institu- meet with the Disability Support Services tion, Counseling Center counselors can make Coordinator, located in B120, to view docu- the transition easier by guiding you through the mentation and determine accommodations. steps of the process. You can be assisted in • Also located in B120 is the Adaptive checking admission and program requirements Technology Center that contains computers and transfer credit information. with software such as JAWS, WYNN and a If you experience an academic problem, closed circuit TV. come to the Counseling Center and discuss your options with a counselor. Counselors can www.hcc.commnet.edu 23 act as intermediaries among students, adminis- English as a Second checked out. Periodicals are for use in the trators, and faculty. Counselors can help with library only. The Media Services Department of academic advising regarding mid-term grades, Language the library maintains a substantial multi-media probation/suspension, graduation requirements Housatonic Community College offers a collection of videos and compact discs, most of and ways to improve your study skills. six-semester sequence of English as a Second which may be checked out. Media that may not The Strong Interest Inventory is available Language courses designed to accommodate be checked out may be viewed and/or listened in the Center Resource Room, A108b. This the needs of non-native speakers of English at to by patrons in the library. The video collec- computer program can help you assess work basic, intermediate, and advanced levels of tion offers feature films and educational titles in preferences. Counselors assist in interpreting proficiency. Placement in each level is based both VHS and DVD formats. Educational titles the results and talk with you about career upon the results of an ESL interview and relate to all areas of the curriculum. options, relating these options to educational reading and writing evaluation. Electronic information services offered by programming. Resources and information The six-hour courses are intensive and the library include many on-line databases concerning occupational opportunities are stress the development of listening and reading providing full-text access to journal and news- available in the Career Resource Center, comprehension, speaking and writing skills to paper articles and other reference sources. The A108b. Opportunities for employment are help students gain confidence and proficiency databases cover the major curricular areas posted regularly. in the use of English to succeed in academic including literature, health, business, the social Personal counseling is available. Sometimes and career programs. Students entering the sciences, current news, and general information. you want to just sit down and talk about lowest level, ESL* E010, Combined Skills I, The ReQuest database permits the patron to personal or non-academic concerns. We recog- should have a little experience speaking and search the holdings of more than 300 nize that many students are trying to balance writing English before enrolling at the College. Connecticut libraries. work, school, and family responsibilities as well Students must demonstrate mastery of skills The library’s extensive collection of books as personal needs. We understand that over- before progressing to the next level. After and other media can be searched in the HCC whelming pressures can build. We offer you a successful completion of the ESL sequence, Online Catalog by using keyword, subject, friendly ear in a confidential setting. Referrals students progress to ENG* 043 or ENG* 101. author, or title. Students, faculty, and staff may to outside agencies are made when necessary. use the interlibrary loan service to borrow Independent Study books and articles from libraries worldwide. Computer Laboratories Students may go to myCommNet Outstanding students may study a particular (my.commnet.edu) for remote access to the Computer labs are available for all registered topic or set of topics outside of the classroom catalog and to most of the online databases as students. Generally, the labs are open during under the supervision of a full-time faculty well as to other library-related information. the spring and fall semesters from 8:30 a.m. to member. The faculty member determines if the InfoAnyTime, an after-hours supplemental 9:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from student is qualified to undertake the project and reference service, is also available from the 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Friday and from 9:00 provides guidance to the student. library web page. a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. Lab hours may The project must be of an advanced nature vary and are subject to change. and cannot duplicate an existing Housatonic The labs are equipped with state-of-the-art course. Summer Sessions computers and laser printers. A variety of soft- To register for an independent study course, Three summer sessions are designed to ware is installed to assist students taking a written study outline or contract must be serve the needs of a variety of students. These computer science, office automation, and submitted by the student and approved in courses are open to new students who will be general study courses. Internet access for writing by the faculty member supervising the attending Housatonic in the fall, students from academic purposes only is available, but is project, the department head and the Academic other colleges, current Housatonic students limited to one hour at a time. The computer lab Dean. Full tuition and fees are charged for who wish to accelerate their academic program, equipment may not be used for personal or independent study courses. and individuals seeking specific knowledge. commercial purposes. Generally, Summer session classes meet either Lab assistants will provide students with a four days each week for five weeks, or twice copy of the Computer Lab Operating Guide. Library each week for eight weeks. Classes are Failure to follow the operating guide rules may The Housatonic Library provides resources scheduled both day and evening. result in a loss of lab privileges. and services in support of the academic programs of the College. To the extent possible, it also serves personal and non-curricular intellectual Winter Session needs of the faculty, staff and students. Students Winter session classes are held during the come to the library to find information, do period between Christmas and the start of the research, study in a pleasant atmosphere, and, spring term and are open to Housatonic sometimes, just to relax and read the news- students, students from other colleges, or new paper or browse the Best Seller collection. The students. Generally, classes are held Monday staff is helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Librarians are available to assist patrons during Laboratory time follows immediately after class all hours of library operation. for science courses. Students can earn 3 or 4 The library maintains an open stack book credits a course. Waivers of tuition are not collection of over 50,000 volumes and a peri- honored for winter session courses. odical collection of approximately 180 current More information is available in the winter/ titles. Books, with the exception of those in the spring course schedule, by calling the Registrar’s Reference and Reserve sections, may be Office, 332-5088 or at the HCC website.

24 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Online Access to College Services and Inside myCommNet Information STUDENT SELF-SERVICE myCommNet Portal On November 21, 2007, Student Online Course Search and Services (SOS) became Student Self- Student Detail Schedule Via the Internet on- or off-campus, Service a part of the myCommNet inter- myCommNet (http://my.commnet.edu) will be net service which allows you to view In planning your registration, especially the source of information and services for and print important information that is if you are considering mail, fax, drop- students, faculty and staff of the Connecticut essential in planning your registration. off, or online registration, you should Community Colleges. myCommNet makes it This online alternative allows you to utilize Student Self-Service to determine easier to conduct college business, communi- access both secured and public academic course availability. cate with others in your classes, and participate information via the internet. Students Course Search is available in the in online class opportunities. It’s where you can can access the system from any computer Student Self-Service. Click on Course register for classes, check your academic lab on campus or via a World Wide Web Search and follow in order: progress, interact with classmates, and manage browser when off-campus. your college finances, all with a single sign-on. 1.Term: Select (current term) You only have to remember one user ID and Type of Information 2.College: Select “Housatonic C.C.” one password to reach all of your college’s Available 3.Subject: Select “all” online services. 4.Title: Leave blank (login is required) In addition to activities for existing students, 5.Level: Select “all” myCommNet also provides links to submit an • Course Search - Check the status of 6.By: Select “Open” application for admission and to search for courses, what is available, when they 7.Instruction courses offered by semester. meet, number of seats available. Type: Select “all” • Registration - Display your semester 8.Start Time: To access myCommNet, please go to course schedule; check your registra- End Time: http://my.commnet.edu and enter your tion status. Days: Leave blank NetID. The format is as follows: • Student Records - View your holds, 9.Click “Get Courses” User name: if any exist; display your grades and All open courses (courses with seats [email protected] academic history; review your charges, remaining) will be displayed in alpha- (your Banner number @student.commnet.edu) payments and fee information. betical order according to course prefix Password (Example): Jan&5678** If your record shows an Accounts (ACC for Accounting appears first and **If you have never logged in to Receivable hold, please contact the THA for Theater Arts appears last). my.commnet.edu your password defaults Bursar’s Office at (203) 332-5004 or by Scrolling right will provide all available to the first three letters of your birth email at [email protected]. information regarding the course month, The “&“ symbol, and the last 4 including time, day, room, seats remain- digits of your social security number. Once • Financial Aid - View overall status of ing, and instructor’s name. your financial aid at HCC; check your you have entered this information you will If you have registered by mail, fax, be prompted to change your password. eligibility, view document requirements, academic progress, holds; review your drop-off or online, you can check your (your 8-character or longer complex registration status by logging into the password) award information, view award by year; award payment schedule, history of loan Student Self-Service area of myCommNet. Instructions for users can be found at applications. In order for you to gain access to this hcc.commnet.edu. area, you must know your Banner ID • Personal Information - View the number. Login instructions are provided records the College maintains for you on the site. Once you have gained access, regarding address and telephone click on “Housatonic” and follow in number. Contact the Registrar’s Office order: whenever your records are incorrect or changes are necessary. 1.Click on “Registration, Student Records and Financial Aid” Accessing myCommNet 2.Click on “Registration & Payment” You can access myCommNet virtually 3.Click on “Student Detail Schedule” any time, from anywhere in the world. The web site is www.my.commnet.edu. 4.Term: Select (current term) Once you have located the site, navigate 5.Click on “Submit Term” your way to Student Self-Service. Be Your “Student Detail Schedule” will sure you follow all instructions. See the appear and this schedule confirms your next section for specific directions to registration. Since this schedule must be help you in planning your registration produced in order to purchase textbooks and confirming your registration status. at the College Bookstore and secure a parking permit for the garage, you should print this schedule.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 25 Graduation • Prompt and timely payment of the gradua- Transfer from tion fee. Housatonic Community College awards the Housatonic to Other Associate in Arts (AA) and Associate in Science • Fulfillment of all financial obligations to the Colleges (AS) degrees and certificates to qualified candi- college. dates as authorized by the General Assembly of Graduation Honors: Housatonic Community College the State of Connecticut. Associate Degrees are conferred with Articulation & Transfer Graduation Is Not Automatic Honors to students whose Cumulative GPA is Agreements It is recommended that students request a 3.40 to 3.69; High Honors to those whose Transfer agreements have been completed degree evaluation from their advisor when they average is 3.70-3.89; Highest Honors to those with a variety of four-year baccalaureate insti- complete 30 credits, or print one out them- whose average is 3.90-4.00. Graduation honors tutions for transfer students who have completed selves at any time from myCommNet. Students do not apply to certificate programs. associate degrees at Housatonic Community seeking a certificate should print their evalua- To qualify for academic honors, students College. Most of these agreements provide that tion at the end of the first semester. must have earned a minimum of 36 credits at these graduates in specified programs will be Housatonic Community College. These credits admitted with full junior class status if they Catalog Selection do not include those earned through examina- have achieved a specified grade point average. Students are evaluated according to the tion or departmental evaluation for life experi- Additional information regarding these agree- curriculum printed in the catalog when they ence. ments is available in the Academic Dean’s office, first enrolled except: All graduation honors are recorded on the Student Services, the Academic Advising Center If you are out for 2 or more years you are a student’s academic record. See “Awards for and the Counseling Center. re-admit student and are evaluated under the Graduating Students” in the FEES & FINAN- Agreements have been completed with the re-admission catalog semester. CIAL AID section of this catalog. following four-year institutions: If you change your degree program you are • University of Connecticut evaluated on the semester that your program Earning Multiple Degrees: Guaranteed Admission Program (GAP) was changed. Students may earn a second degree in a (Stamford, Waterbury, Storrs) The Guaranteed Admission Program is an Graduation Process: different curriculum at Housatonic Community College. This will require that a student complete agreement between the University of Graduation Application Forms are online or all program requirements of the second degree Connecticut and the Connecticut available at the Registrar’s Office. They must be with 25% of the credits earned in the new Community College system. It is designed completed and handed in to the Registrar’s curriculum as new credit hours at the college for students who are enrolled in a Liberal Office to be placed on the potential graduate through which the second degree is to be Arts transfer program at one of the list. A Graduation Fee for all candidates must conferred. A student may earn two degrees Connecticut community colleges and plan be submitted with the application. This should simultaneously at HCC by fulfilling all require- to earn a bachelor’s degree in the College of be completed at least by mid-term before the ments as stated above. Liberal Arts and Sciences and/or the College student plans to graduate. Students will be of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the notified by the Registrar’s Office with the results A student wishing to earn a certificate and University of Connecticut. of their degree evaluation. degree in the same program must complete the Agriculture and Natural Resources: 11 requirements of the certificate program and Candidates for graduation in May, August, majors including Allied Health, Environ- apply for graduation prior to earning the mental Science, Nutrition; College of or December are encouraged to attend the degree. commencement ceremony in May. Liberal Arts & Sciences: 42 majors Requests for additional degrees beyond the including American Studies, Biological Transfer Credits: second require prior approval from the Sciences, Communications, Economics, History, Human Development & Family Students who wish to have credits from Academic Dean. Studies, Maritime Studies, Mathematics, another institution transferred to Housatonic Psychology, Statistics, Women’s Studies as should visit the Academic Advising Center in Completing HCC Degree well as Bachelor of General Studies, General, room A102 and arrange for an evaluation of Requirements at Other Colleges Business Administration, Accounting, transfer credits. Students enrolled in a degree program who Business Law Graduation Requirements: wish to complete Housatonic Community Business and Technology • Official enrollment in a certificate or degree College degree requirements at other colleges Transfer Pathway Program program. or universities should request approval, when If you are earning the associate degree in • Completion of a minimum number of possible, from the Office of the Academic Dean business at Housatonic, you may be eligible semester hours for the certificate or degree prior to undertaking such work. This procedure to enter the School of Business to pursue a program with an Academic Average of 2.00 is referred to as “reverse transfer.” Bachelor of Science degree in Business and GPA or above. Technology. Students are able to complete this major at University of Connecticut • Most degree programs require a minimum campuses in Stamford, Greater Hartford, of fifteen 200-level credits. Consult individual Waterbury, and Torrington. To qualify for program requirements. admission to the Business and Technology • At least 25% of the graduation credit program as part of the Transfer Pathway, requirements must be granted by you must: Housatonic Community College. Complete your associate degree in the • Satisfactory completion of all courses appropriate business program at one of the required in the student’s program. participating community colleges; 26 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Earn a minimum cumulative grade point Transfer Course Agreements If you are interested in learning more about average of 3.0; • Charter Oak State College available scholarship opportunities, you should contact the Counseling Center (A108) or the Achieve a 3.0 or higher in courses being • Eastern Connecticut State University used to meet junior/senior-level major Foundation Office (A202). requirements; • Fairfield University Complete and submit an application for • Quinnipiac University Awards transfer admission to the University of • St Joseph College Connecticut by the stated deadline. For each Housatonic graduating class, • University of Connecticut awards or prizes are given to students for out- The Connecticut College of Technology • University of Connecticut standing academic achievement in specific The Engineering Science Pathway program Stamford/Waterbury/Hartford (with core subject areas and for community and/or college allows community college students to courses also available in Torrington/School involvement. The following awards are usually follow a specific course of study leading to of Business) Business & Technology presented but are subject to change: an associate degree, preparing for the ultimate goal of earning a bachelor's degree The Beverly G. Anderson Memorial in Engineering at the University of Guaranteed Admissions Award** - established in memory of HCC and Connecticut. Harding High School counselor and presented Agreement between the to an outstanding graduate who graduated • Albertus Magnus College from a Bridgeport high school. General, Human Services Connecticut Community Colleges Greater Bridgeport Chapter of the • Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing Connecticut Society of CPAs Accounting Nursing (Cooperative Agreement) and The Connecticut Prize - presented by this local professional • Connecticut State University System State University System group to an outstanding accounting student Central Connecticut (New Britain) Graduates of an associate degree program continuing his or her education. Eastern Connecticut (Willimantic) within Connecticut’s community colleges with Burt Chernow Scholarship** - established Southern Connecticut (New Haven) a GPA of 2.0 or higher are guaranteed admis- in memory of the founder of the Housatonic Western Connecticut (Danbury) sion to the university of their choice within the Museum of Art and presented to a graduate • Fairfield University Connecticut State University System. continuing his or her education in art or art Engineering, Liberal Arts and Sciences, There is no guarantee that all course credits education at a four-year institution. College of Arts & Sciences, School of earned at a Connecticut community college will Connecticut Post Award - presented by Business, School of Nursing, School of be accepted for transfer to a university within Post Publishing Company and the Connecticut Continuing Education the Connecticut State University System. Post to outstanding journalism students. • Marymount College However, all Guaranteed Admission students are guaranteed junior status and guaranteed Salvatore Curiale Scholarship** - estab- Graduates in all Associate Degree Programs that a minimum of 60 transfer credits will be lished in memory of the director of admissions • New York University applied toward a baccalaureate degree at the at Housatonic and presented to a student Education, Nursing, Health, and Arts university. Graduates of a community college continuing his/her education in nursing. • Quinnipiac University who meet the requirements for guaranteed Jeanne DuBois Scholarship** - established Accounting, Business Administration, Early admissions must still make application by the in memory of an alumna of the first graduating Childhood Education, Human Services, date and on the forms prescribed by each class who served in many important positions university within the CSU System, including Clinical Lab Tech, Liberal Arts and Sciences, at the College including manager of the the submission of all the required transcripts, Humanities/Social Science, Data Processing Museum, and presented to a graduate continuing documents, and fees. his or her education in art or art history. • Sacred Heart University For more information on this agreement General, Business, Criminal Justice and the procedures, contact the Counseling Ralph Fabrizio Scholarship** - established • Post University Office at (203) 332-5097. in memory of a professor of psychology and Criminal Justice awarded to an outstanding student in the behavioral sciences. • University of Bridgeport General, Dental Hygiene, Human Services, Scholarships for Flint Prize** - established in honor of the Business, Computer Science/Engineering, Graduating Students Flint family and presented to the student Math, Accounting, Biology, Computer receiving the Dean’s Academic Award. Applications & Information Systems, The Counseling Center and the Foundation The George Scholarship** - Presented to Marketing, Management, Journalism, Office have scholarship information available a graduating student in the Computer Science Banking, Fine Arts, and Graphic Design for current Housatonic students and for Associate Degree program who demonstrates graduates. These scholarships are offered by academic achievement. • University of New Haven area businesses and organizations, the Dual admission in all programs Housatonic Community College Foundation, The Joyce Gerber Early Childhood • Wheelock College Inc. and other colleges and universities. These Education Endowed Scholarship** - Human Development (Children, Family include scholarships based on outstanding Presented to a student graduating with a degree and Culture) academic achievement and/or financial need. in Early Childhood Education and with the The nature of the scholarships available each highest grade point average among graduates of year may vary and the scholarships may have the Early Childhood Education Program, who additional requirements. Some are available for plans to transfer to a four-year college. study at HCC and others are available to continued students graduating and transferring to 4-year colleges and universities. www.hcc.commnet.edu 27 STUDENT LIFE & ACTIVITIES Jane Mahoney Memorial Award** - established in memory of a professor of English and presented to a student who began his or HCC is dedicated to providing comprehensive Housatonic Museum of Art her studies in developmental English classes. support services for its students. The College The Housatonic Museum of Art is located has developed a variety of opportunities throughout the College. The Burt Chernow Robert Gerard Naples Scholarship** - for students. These services and the depart- Galleries off the main lobby in Lafayette Hall established in memory of a Housatonic student ments that administer them are: offers changing exhibitions. and presented to an outstanding student who plans to continue their studies in math or science at a four year institution. Academic Messages for Students Marshall Rachleff Scholarship Award** Housatonic Community College strives to - established in memory of a professor of history Academic Support Center provide an atmosphere of access and success and presented to an outstanding student in Located in B118, it includes the Testing for our students during their classroom time on history,government, economics, or labor studies. Center, The Writing Center, The Disabilities campus, and we make every effort to reduce the number of classroom interruptions for students. Frank J. Scallon Foundation Support Services Center, and tutoring services. College staff will deliver messages to students Scholarship** - awarded to a graduating See page 23 for detailed information. only in cases of serious emergency, as deter- student or students who are pursuing an mined by the Dean of Students Office, or the education in the field of psychology or medi- Academic Advising Center Evening Division after hours. It will be neces- cine at a four-year institution in Connecticut. The Academic Advising Center, located in sary for us to ask the caller about the nature of David Susskind Memorial Scholarship A102, offers guidance for registration, transfer, the emergency, so that we can determine if it is Award** - established in memory of David program requirements, graduation preparation. a qualifying emergency. If there is a qualifying Susskind and awarded to an outstanding emergency (such as illness or death), the Dean See page 23 for detailed information. student in the social sciences who intends to of Students Office or the Evening Division will pursue a bachelor’s degree in political science, make an attempt to locate the student in class. history, or public administration. Evening Division However, we cannot guarantee that a message Swain Prize** - established in honor of a The Evening Division in 116 is open every will reach the intended recipient and generally local English professor and awarded to the night that classes are in session until 9:30 p.m. do not confirm delivery status of a message. outstanding student in English. This office can refer you to those who help you Additionally, it is the general practice of the College and its staff not to release information Dale Ward Scholarship - established by with academic counseling, handle emergency regarding the whereabouts of a student on the Student Senate in honor of a Housatonic situations, or provide information about the campus or their attendance status at the professor and Senate advisor and presented to College. You can also leave messages in the office College. If someone must reach you in the the graduates with the highest cumulative aver- for part-time faculty members. event of a serious emergency, please make ages planning on continuing their education. arrangements in advance for them to contact Dale Ward Endowed Scholarship Other you or make sure you provide them with your Fund** - awarded to the highest-ranking exact class schedule including day and time of students planning to continue their education. Bookstore class, instructor name, and room location. For This scholarship complements the HCC Senate Located on campus at the Broad Street more information, contact the Dean of Students Scholarship named in honor of former professor entrance to Beacon Hall. For information and Office at 332-5184. Dale Ward. hours see the Bookstore’s web site at **Administered through the Housatonic http://www.hctc.bkstr.com/ or through a link Student Life Community College Foundation, Inc. on the HCC home page. The Office of Student Life is located in 317, Beacon Hall in the Student Activities area along Cafeteria with Student Clubs and the Student Senate There are two cafeterias on campus located offices. in C wing of Lafayette Hall and one the first floor of Beacon Hall. The cafeterias are open Women’s Center during Fall and Spring semesters when classes The Housatonic Women’s Center is located are in session (hours vary). in Beacon Hall room 371 (phone 332-5268) and is an informal drop-in center open to all Campus Safety women, and the Center also welcomes men. It Located off the main lobbies in Lafayette was created as a “safe haven” where students, Hall (A105) and Beacon Hall (110). faculty, and staff might go for advice and advocacy. The Center also functions as an educational resource with books, journals, Early Childhood Laboratory magazines, and videos, and offers a variety of School programs and workshops on women’s issues. Located in B137, near the Broad Street entrance.

28 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Early Childhood Student Life Student Clubs Laboratory School Many activities and events enhance student College is more than just classes, homework The nationally accredited Housatonic Early life at Housatonic, making it a very special and exams. It is making new friends, meeting Childhood Laboratory School has a two-fold place. Student activities, events and programs new people and learning new skills. purpose: a high quality, pre-school program for enrich the total student educational experience Participating in Housatonic’s student activi- the young children of students, faculty, staff, by providing a broad range of social, cultural, ties can help you feel more at home. You will and the community; and a laboratory setting and recreational events. Students who are find people with common interests. You will and resource for HCC’s Early Childhood involved in the planning and implementation experience new things and gain leadership and Education Program and other disciplines in the of such activities have the opportunity to management skills. College. develop skills in human relations, group process, legislative procedures, program planning Housatonic clubs are open to all interested To enroll, children must be three years of and evaluation, and financial management. students. Watch for signs announcing meetings age by December 31 of the calendar year in Those who participate in college activities and and events or contact the faculty/staff advisors which they enter the School. The School is events often develop lasting friendships with for information. Clubs plan speakers, films, open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to their fellow students and faculty. The Director trips, parties, social events and community 5:30 p.m., 50 weeks a year. of Student Life & Activities, can be reached in service activities. All student clubs and organi- As a laboratory setting, the Early Childhood the Student Life office, on the 3rd floor in zation are required to have a faculty or staff Education faculty assigns students to a variety Beacon Hall in the Student Activities area along advisor. Please contact the Student Life Office of activities and observations that need to be with Student Clubs and the Student Senate for an updated list of student clubs, organiza- completed at the Laboratory School. The director, offices. tions and their advisors. teachers, and teacher assistants evaluate these activities and/or answer any questions that Student Senate A.L.A.S - Association of the College students may ask. Students from Latin American Students related fields also use the Laboratory School as The Student Senate is the leadership and a resource for fieldwork and papers. government arm of the student body. It The Association of Latin and American represents the entire student body on matters Students unites people of different Latin Applications for children are available in the relating to the welfare of students. Its committees cultures with others in hopes to make students Early Childhood Laboratory School, the and the clubs/organizations which it charters, aware of the diversity within the College Business Office and the Admissions Office. offer social, cultural, and recreational activities community. Parranda Night and trips to Limited Housatonic Community College funded by student activity fees. Procedures for Repertorio Español in New York make learning Foundation Scholarships are available for the scheduling these activities are available from a new culture fun and interactive. children of students. Children are accepted into the Director of Student Activities and in the the Program on a first come first served basis. College Policies section. The Program serves children with disabilities African Student Alliance (ASA) and from diverse racial, ethnic, economic and Contact the advisor for information. ability backgrounds. For further information, Student Publications call the director of the Early Childhood The College’s student newspaper is funded Art Club Laboratory School at 332-5030. with student activities monies. Housatonic student editors, reporters and photographers The Art Club provides our students with the publish the newspaper, Horizons, four times opportunity to visit exhibitions of painting, Health Services each semester. Horizons covers College activities sculpture and crafts in a wide variety of museums and galleries in New York City, The Health Services office is located on the and outside events of interest to students. The College’s literary magazine, Images, is published Boston, Washington, DC and other locations. first floor of Lafayette Hall (A113). Generally, The club has hosted guest speakers and media the office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 annually. Students are encouraged to submit essays, stories, poems, plays, and other works demonstrations; shown films and arranged for - 4:30. Hours are subject to change so please student art exhibitions. call ahead for specific hours. A registered nurse for consideration. is available to provide first aid, emergency care, health education, health counseling, and Biology Club referrals to health care providers, and assistance The Biology Club is a group of students who with medical insurance information. The nurse meet to discuss current topics in Science. We can be reached at 332-5062. In case of have discussions and presentations on Biology, emergencies before or after office hours, students Ecology, and Science Research. Our club offers may call the Security Office at 332-5025. educational field trips to Aquariums, Special All full-time students are automatically Biology Exhibitions, Science Museums, and covered under a “school time only” accident Research Centers. We sponsor and participate insurance. Through the same company, an in community events related to science and optional twenty-four hour accident and sickness education. insurance is available to full-time students for an annual premium payment. You can get additional information on insur- ance coverage for part time students, enrollment, premiums, and claim forms in the Health Services Office (A113).

www.hcc.commnet.edu 29 Black Student Union (BSU) Gay/Straight Alliance (GSA) Photography Club The Black Student Union’s mission is to The Gay-Straight Alliance focuses on The Photography Club meets the interests form a sense of unity and togetherness making promoting unity and diversity by sponsoring of students interested in chemical-based the organization into something positive that activities and events that encourage awareness, photography techniques. As digital processes represents black students. The group works to understanding and acceptance between and have now overtaken traditional film photo- develop a positive academic and scholastic amongst individuals of various backgrounds, graphy, the club has morphed into an organiza- atmosphere for black students, teaching them cultures and lifestyles. tion concerned with the new technology and about their history and heritage. The BSU methods of pixel based imagery. They arrange promotes students in all activities of the Graphic Design Club for visits to the International Center of College, using meetings as a forum for students Photography and other locations to see to discuss issues that affect them. Finally, the This Club was organized to provide the photography exhibitions; they have conducted BSU develops leadership skills, cultural educa- student body with the opportunity to broaden photography safaris to the Brooklyn and Bronx tion to abolish stereotypes, and stimulation of a their perspective on the graphic design indus- Botanical gardens, the Bronx Zoo, Mystic healthy and positive environment for students try and its computer software. Seaport, Sturbridge Village, Ellis Island and the of color. Statue of Liberty and other locations. Human Services Club Business Club While working together as a team, students The Outing Club The Business club comes to life as members learn what it is like to help, counsel and The Outing Club seeks to provide the put together job fairs, workshops and training volunteer in the community. By having food student body with the opportunity to explore sessions to teach students what they are getting and clothing drives throughout the year, this the outdoors, experience the healthful and into when they enter the business world. club is able to really give back to their relaxing nature of the outdoors, increase the Annual trips to the NASDAQ and business community. Trips include going to the Institute student body’s awareness of the natural beauty expos are common in this group. of Living and other organizations to see what it of both Connecticut and New England, and to is like to work in a helping profession. provide outdoor education to the community at Christian Studies Club large. Literary Club The Christian Studies Club seeks to unite the student body by meeting to discuss the Established to encourage participation in Activities Bible and to relate Christian aspects to all cultural events of a literary or artistic nature religions. The members also coordinate gospel and promote the reading and discussion of If You Want to Plan or Publicize a concerts and purchases books and music that books and themes which go beyond the normal Student Activity are available in the library. classroom discussions. Any event planned by a student or student club or organization should comply with the Early Childhood Club Multi-Cultural Club policies, procedures, and guidelines as set forth This is the club to visit if you want to see a by the Student Life Office and the Dean of The Early Childhood Club meets and plans Students. Student clubs are required to consult events and activities with ECE Majors. We plan melting pot of culture. Members bring their culture to life as they share customs, stories, their Faculty Advisors in the planning process, trips to world renowned places such as the submit the appropriate and required forms for Bronx Zoo and the NYC Rose Planetarium. Visit dance, music, history and food in special events. Their main event which draws the planning and room reservations, and receive unique ECE education schools and programs, final approval from the Student Life Office and provide community services to enrich and entire student body together is the International festival. the Dean of Students. Events that do not follow enliven classroom experiences. these policies, procedures, and guidelines will be ineligible for funding through the Student Friends of the Environment Music Club Senate and may be subject to cancellation. All (FOE) Many students at HCC have an interest publicity by any student or student club or in music. Many are talented singers and organization should be submitted to the The Friends of the Environment Club musicians. This club was established so they Student Life Office for approval prior to (F.O.E) provides all members of the HCC could have an outlet to share and express these distribution or posting. For more information, student body with the opportunity to broaden talents. contact the Director of Student Activities. their perspective on the environment, as well as to enlighten students and the HCC Community Scheduling Rooms for Activities on scientific, economic and social aspects of Occupational Therapy College areas may be used by any College environmental problems and solutions. The Occupational Therapy Association club or organization for its activities. However, helps students learn what it is like to work with the limited number of rooms requires careful Game Club people that are in physical and occupational scheduling. rehabilitation. The HCC Games Club offers students a To reserve a room, the individual in charge chance to compete and socialize in a friendly, of the group should contact the Student Life challenging atmosphere. Game choices are Performing Arts Club Office to fill out the appropriate forms and obtain the necessary signatures. Areas are wide open, but past suggestions have included Watch as these students come together to assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. chess, Magic, Guitar Hero, D&D and Risk. New perform for you! Plays and musicals are members are always welcome! presented throughout the year. Members create Housatonic also has facilities for outside talent shows and offer skits at events to bring groups to rent. Groups not affiliated with the the stage to HCC. College who wish to use College facilities should call 332-5058 for information.

30 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Kiosks and Bulletin Boards Cafeteria Public Safety Kiosks and bulletin boards announcing The spacious Housatonic cafeteria in The main Public Safety Office is located in items of importance to you are located Lafayette Hall overlooks the courtyard containing Lafayette Hall, A105. There are satellite Public throughout the building. Official notices and the sculpture garden. The grill offers sand- Safety Offices located throughout the campus. announcements of coming events and many wiches, snacks, and hot meals. An additional, Security patrols both the campus and the student activities are posted for your information. smaller cafeteria is located in Beacon Hall. parking garage. If you wish to post fliers, notices, or posters Cafeteria hours are subject to change. Check The Police Officers, Building and Grounds pertaining to events or activities planned by the cafeteria bulletin board for specific hours. Patrol Officers, and Security Guards will assist student clubs and organizations, you must have Vending machines have sodas and snacks at all students in security related matters, including each notice approved and stamped by the times. The sculpture garden has picnic tables providing an escort for any person that Director of Student Activities (332-5045) prior and is a pleasant place to eat when the weather requests one. Stop by the office or call Public to posting. All unapproved student, club, or is fine. Safety for more information about escorts or organization postings will be removed. any of the security functions. If a student or outside contact wishes to Please assist security in keeping Housatonic post other materials unrelated to student Bookstore a safe place by taking common sense precau- activities or events, the materials must be You can purchase the books you need for tions. Always place valuables in your car’s approved through the Dean of Outreach courses at the Follett Bookstore on the HCC trunk and lock your car while it is in the park- Services at 332-5085. campus. The Bookstore also has notebooks and ing garage. Carry only what you need for class Inviting Speakers to Campus other supplies, laboratory equipment, news- and make sure you keep your valuables with papers, paperbacks, t-shirts, cards, candy, and you at all times when on campus. Any student club or organization recog- other items. During registration and the first If you lose anything, you should check with nized and funded by the Student Senate may two weeks of classes, the Bookstore is open the Security Office on the first floor. If your request use of College facilities for meetings or extended hours*. At the end of each semester, item is not there, you should fill out a lost events that include invitations to outside the Bookstore will buy back textbooks. speakers or performers. Student clubs and property form available from the Security organizations must comply with the College’s *Students should check the Bookstore web Office. site (http://www.hctc.bkstr.com), the bulletin Policy for Inviting Speakers to Campus, Please turn in any found items to the board ouside the Bookstore, or call 203-335- Appendix VII in the College Policies section. Security Office. The speaker and event must have the approval 2949 for hours of operation. Please be careful with your belongings. of the club membership and the Faculty Develop the habit of making sure you have all Advisor, and the requesting club or organiza- your books, notebooks, and other personal tion must complete the required paperwork. Parking and Security belongings with you before you leave a class- Speaker-related events that do not comply with Free parking is available for students in the room, the library, lounge or cafeteria. the campus speaker policy may be subject to parking garage. You enter the garage from cancellation. A copy of this policy is available Lafayette Boulevard. You must obtain a parking At any time, it is always best to carry with in the policies section or from the Director of hangtag in order to park in the garage. The you only those items you are going to need and Student Activities or the Dean of Students Garage Security Office issues hang tags upon to leave unneeded items including cash and Office. verification of registration. credit cards at home. Call the Department of Public Safety at Charging Admission Park in the student area of the garage; other sections are reserved for faculty and staff 332-5025 or dial ** from any of the voice over Student organizations may not charge members. IP phones located throughout the campus to admission to events without prior approval of report any suspicious person or activity you Handicapped parking is available on all the Dean of Students. The determination of may see. admission charges will be based upon: 1) the floors in the garage. All handicapped parking In accordance with state and federal regula- organization’s budget provided from the areas are restricted to individuals with current tions, the Public Safety Department publishes Student Activity Fund and 2) the projected cost Connecticut handicapped certificates. an annual campus crime report and security of the event. It is expected that all social events Temporary Special Parking permits are procedures which are available on the web at will provide social and cultural opportunities. available for short-term parking needs (resulting www.hcc.commnet.edu/gen/safety. The report from an injury, surgery, etc.). Contact the is available each September for the preceding Using Housatonic’s Name Director of Public Safety, A105. calendar year. Only recognized student clubs and organi- Housatonic assumes no responsibility for zations may use the name, sponsorship and vehicles or the contents therein which are facilities of the College. Prior authorization is parked on College property. Parking is strictly required. at the owner’s risk.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 31 Academic Honor Where To Go For Help Career Development Counselor, A108 Societies When classes are in session, campus offices are generally open between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 Change of Name or Address Registrar’s Office, B109 Phi Theta Kappa p.m. or later Monday through Friday. Please check in advance with individual offices for Change of Program A chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the interna- specific hours. During the day, contact the Academic Advising Center, A102 tional honor society for two-year colleges, is Information Desk at 332-5000 for general Counseling Center, A108 active at Housatonic. Students are inducted information. During evening hours, contact the into the Chi Rho chapter each spring at a Clubs Evening Division Office, 116 at 332-5056, for Student Life Office, 317 formal induction ceremony. To be eligible for information and assistance with advising, membership, students must have completed adding or dropping a class, and many other Computer Labs 30 semester hours at Housatonic with a matters. Lab Assistants, A232a Grade Point Average of 3.5 or better, receive All room numbers in Lafayette Hall are Continuing Education recommendations from faculty members, and Coordinator, C108 have a record of good citizenship and involve- preceded by a letter (A, B, C) indicating the ment with the College and the community. wing of the building. Floor locations are Counseling - Personal indicated by the numeral 1 for the first floor Counseling Center, A108 and 2 for the second. Psi Beta© Dean’s List Room numbers in Beacon Hall are indicated Academic Dean, A204a Psi Beta is the national honor society in simply by a number. The first number of the Developmental Studies Department psychology for community and junior colleges. room indicates the floor it is on. It is the first two-year honor society approved Chair, B108 for membership in the Association of College Absences from Class Disabilities Support Services Honor Societies, which regulates membership Your Instructor Coordinator, B120a requirements. Psi Beta was founded for the Academic Calendar Discrimination purpose of stimulating, encouraging, and College Catalog Affirmative Action Officer, A204c recognizing students’ outstanding scholarship Academic Matters Discipline and interest in psychology. Psychology students Academic Dean, A204a become members by invitation of the College Dean of Students, A110 chapter. Academic Catalog Dropping a Course Admissions Office, A106 Registrar’s Office, B109 or Library, B114 Alpha Beta Gamma Early Childhood Laboratory School Academic Advising Center Director, B137 Housatonic has a chapter of Alpha Beta Director, A102a Gamma, the International Business Honor Employment (off-campus) Society. This society encourages scholarship Academic Standing Counseling Center, A108 Registrar’s Office, B109 among two-year college students in business. Employment (work/study) To be eligible for membership, a student must Academic Support Financial Aid, A111 be enrolled in a business curriculum and must Director, B118 have completed 40 academic credit hours in Evening Division Accidents - Student Coordinator, 116 courses leading to a degree. Additionally, the Health Office, A113 student must have attained a 3.2 GPA in or Campus Security, A105, 110 Faculty Offices business courses and a 3.2 overall cumulative Information Desk average. Members are eligible for scholarships Activities/Activities Authorization Director of Student Life, 317 Faculty Office Hours at four-year institutions, and have networking Academic Dean, A204a and leadership opportunities available through Admissions a variety of activities. Admissions Office, A106 Financial Aid Financial Aid Office, A111 Advising Academic Advising Center, A102 Financial Emergency Assistance Dean of Students, A110 Affirmative Action or Foundation Office, A202 Human Resources Office, A204c Foreign Students Housatonic Museum of Art Admissions Office, A106 Director, Museum of Art, A112 Grades & Records Behavioral & Social Science Department Registrar’s Office, B109 Chair, 257 Graduation - Evaluation & Requirements Bookstore Registrar’s Office, B109 Bookstore Manager, 137 Grants (non-student) Bursar Grant Writer, A203 Bursar’s Office, A104 Grievances Business Administration Department Dean of Students, A110 Chair, 338 Honors Program Cafeteria Concerns Coordinator, B220 Dean of Administration, A205a

32 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Humanities Department Chair, 215 Identification Cards Student Life Office, 317 Illness or Immunizations Student Health Office, A113 Library Services Library, B114 Lost & Found Campus Security Office, A105, 110 Math/Science Department Chair, B239 Parking Tags, Student Parking Garage Office or Campus Security Office, A105 President President’s Office, A201 Publications Publications Coordinator, 281 Public Relations Public Relations Coordinator, 279 Registration Procedures Registrar’s Office, B109 Regulations, College Dean of Students, A110 Scheduling of non-College Events Coordinator, 284 Scholarship Information Counseling Center, A108 or Foundation Office, A202 Security Campus Security Office, A105, 110 Student Health Insurance Health Office, A113 Student Newspaper Horizons’ Office, B234 Student Senate Student Life Office, 317 Testing Services Academic Support Center, B116 Transcripts Registrar’s Office, B109 Transfer to other Colleges Counseling Center, A108 Transfer from other Colleges Academic Advising Center, A102 Tuition & Fees Bursar’s Office, A104 Tutoring Academic Support Center, B116 Veteran’s Affairs Registrar’s Office, B109 Withdrawing (Course or College) Registrar’s Office, B109 Women’s Center, 371 Writing Across the Curriculum Academic Support Center, B120 www.hcc.commnet.edu 33 FLOOR PLANS Lafayette Hall H All room numbers in Lafayette Hall are F preceded by a letter (A, B, C) indicating the wing of the building. Floor locations are indicated by the numeral 1 for the first floor

and 2 for the second. For example: C232 is C105B A HD located on the second floor in the “C” wing. 127 137 AA E B137 C103 F C101 Note: Offices in Lafayette Hall may change C107 B125 C101 throughout the year as many offices have been B135 GBA C105C C105 ACADEMIC B123 relocated to Beacon Hall. SUPPORTF A C104 A E B121 B116 D B118 C115 B119 B120 C102 C106€ C110 C108 PERFORMING ARTS CENTER B114 B C C B Performing B117 A Arts A1 A1 C112e A103 A103B B114

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36 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog DEGREES and CERTIFICATES General Education Core Computer Fundamentals All degree programs at HCC share a common core of learning. This Requirement core, considered General Education, is that aspect of the College’s All students enrolling in a degree program are required to demon- instructional program that develops and integrates the student’s know- strate basic computer literacy. The College has defined the fundamentals ledge, skills, and experiences so that the student can engage effectively of computer literacy as “the ability to use computers effectively. At the in a lifelong process of inquiry and critical thinking. basic level, this means knowing how to turn a computer on and off, General Education Core* courses are: how to start, manipulate and stop simple application programs, and ENG* E101 and ENG* E102 6 credits how to save and print information.” Students must satisfy this computer requirement before they graduate from the associate degree program in Mathematics 3-4 credits which they are enrolled. This requirement can be met in any one of the Science 3-4 credits following ways: Fine Arts 3 credits • Successful performance on a College-administered computer literacy Social Science 3 credits exam; Behavioral Science 3 credits • Completion of a high school computer course with a grade of “C” or higher (an official high school transcript must be submitted with Humanities 3 credits course description); Total 24 - 26 credits • Successful performance on a CLEP or DSST (DANTES) exam in *In addition to the General Education core students must complete computer science and applications; a computer fundamentals requirement. • Successful completion of a computer applications course from Goals and Objectives of the General Education Core another accredited college or university (an official transcript must The student will be able to: be submitted); 1. Demonstrate a general knowledge of the liberal arts and sciences: • Successful completion of any one of the Housatonic computer-related courses, identified in Course Descriptions. 1.1 Demonstrate a knowledge of the humanities and their methods; • Completion of any of these courses can be used to satisfy another 1.2 Demonstrate a knowledge of the behavioral and social sciences degree requirement. Fulfillment of the Computer Fundamentals and their methods; Requirement does not increase the total number of credits needed 1.3 Demonstrate a knowledge of the sciences and their methods; to finish a degree. This requirement affects all degree students who enrolled for the first time during the Fall 1997 semester or later. 1.4 Demonstrate a knowledge of fine arts and their methods; 2. Develop the ability to think critically: 2.1 State a problem clearly; Course Elective Codes 2.2 Observe data accurately; DEGREES All degree and certificate programs require various courses that 2.3 Analyze and organize facts and ideas; must be completed to meet graduation requirements. Many programs 2.4 Draw reasonable inferences from facts and ideas. include elective courses in addition to specific courses. 3. Develop the ability to communicate effectively: The following codes are used after course titles to help you and your advisor determine which elective the course will meet upon its 3.1 Write and speak clearly in standard English; successful completion. In addition to the codes indicated, all courses 3.2 Receive and comprehend written and oral information; except those with course numbers less than 100 (ENG* E073, as example) 3.3 Develop and explain a main idea; qualify as open electives. You are advised to pay special attention to program footnotes when planning your electives. 3.4 Develop an argument to persuade an audience. Codes: 4. Develop the ability to use print and electronic information systems: B Business elective 4.1 Collect and organize information about a topic; BS Behavioral Science elective 4.2 Access information from libraries using printed and electronic sources; C Computer Fundamentals (satisfies requirement) 4.3 Know the fundamentals of computer operation. CS Computer Science Elective 5. Develop the ability to make informed judgments concerning ethical issues: F Fine Arts elective 5.1 Recognize both personal and public ethical issues; H Humanities elective 5.2 Understand the consequences of a decision or a course of action. M Mathematics elective 6. Develop the ability to reason quantitatively S Science elective 6.1 Apply arithmetic and basic algebraic skills to problem-solving; SS Social Science elective 6.2 Interpret numerical information as presented in charts and Open graphs. Elective All courses numbered 100 or higher

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Certificate programs - short-term programs, usually 30 credits or less, intended for occupational training, upgrading, or retraining. Students receive a Certificate upon successfully fulfilling all require- ments and applying for graduation. Degree programs - academic programs requiring 60 to 68 credit hours to complete and which earn Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees. Distance Learning or Online Courses - courses offered through computer Internet connection, no regularly scheduled on-campus classes. For more information, Students should contact the Director of Distance Learning, (203) 332-8571. Orientation or final assessment may be scheduled on campus. Electives - credit courses selected by the student to supplement the required courses in the program of study. Students should consult with their faculty advisors when choosing electives. The courses from which electives may be selected are specified in the program of study. Hybrid is a name given to describe courses that combine traditional classroom lecture with online coursework. Prerequisite Course - a course that must be successfully completed before a student can enroll in the next course. Often a grade of “C” or higher is required. Parallel Course - a course that must be taken either before the course or during the same semester. Behavioral Sciences electives - courses included in the behavioral sciences (anthropology, psychology, sociology). Social Sciences electives - courses included in the social sciences (economics, geography, government, history) and SOC* E220 and SOC*E222. Business electives - courses included under the following headings: accounting, business administration, business office technology, computer science, and economics. Fine Arts electives - courses in ART* (except ART* E209 and ART* E290), music, theater (except THA* E120), and creative writing (ENG* E281). Humanities electives - courses in humanities, literature (except ENG* E281), philosophy, religion, and foreign languages. Mathematics electives - any mathematics course (except MAT* E075 and MAT* E095). Open electives - courses whose credits can be applied toward graduation, numbered 100 or higher. Computer Science electives - any computer science course except CSA* E106, CSA* E163, CSA* E220, CSA* E231, and CST* E112. Science electives - any course listed under biology, chemistry, engi- neering, natural science, and physics. Students planning to transfer should seriously consider selecting a science elective with a laboratory.

38 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Associate Degree Programs Certificate Programs Program Option-Concentration Page Program Option-Concentration Page Accounting...... 40 Business Certificates Accounting Assistant Option ...... 40 Accounting ...... 70 Aviation Maintenance ...... 41 Administrative Support Assistant (BOT) ...... 70 Banking ...... 41 Customer Service/Marketing ...... 71 Business Administration ...... 42 Legal Assisting (BOT)...... 71 Customer Service/Marketing Option ...... 42 PC Applications ...... 72 Finance Option ...... 43 Retail Banking...... 72 Global Business...... 43 Small Business Management/ Entrepreneurship...... 73 Health Care Management Option...... 44 Word/Information Processor (BOT) ...... 73 Human Resource Management Option ...... 44 Computer Information Certificates Management Option ...... 45 Network Administrator...... 74 Small Business Management/ Entrepreneurship Option 45 Personal Computer Repair Technology ...... 74 UCONN-Stamford/ Web Design Technology ...... 74 Waterbury Transfer Program ...... 46 Criminal Justice Certificates Business Office Technology Corrections ...... 75 Executive Assistant Option...... 47 Criminal Investigation ...... 75 Word Information Processing Specialist Option ...... 48 Police Management and Administration ...... 75 Clinical Laboratory Technology ...... 49 Security Operations...... 75 Biotechnology Option...... 50 Early Childhood Education Certificates College of Technology Pathway Program Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) ...... 76 Engineering Science Option ...... 51 Early Childhood Education ...... 76 Technological Studies ...... 51 Infant/Toddler ...... 76 Technology Studies: Electrical Option ...... 52 ESL Certificates Technology Studies: Industrial Technology Option . . . . 52 Advanced English Proficiency ...... 77 Computer Information Systems ...... 53 Graphics Certificates Criminal Justice...... 54 Graphic Design ...... 77 Early Childhood Education ...... 55 Web Design-Graphics Foundation ...... 78 DEGREES Special Education Option ...... 56 Health Careers Pathway Certificate ...... 78 Engineering Pathway Program ...... 69 Human Services Certificates Fine Arts: Art Option...... 56 Behavioral Healthcare Specialist Track I...... 79 General Studies ...... 57 Behavioral Healthcare Specialist Track II ...... 79 Graphic Design ...... 57 Children & Youth Mental Health ...... 79 Computer Graphics Option ...... 58 Disabilities Specialist...... 80 Human Services...... 59 Mental Health (MERGE) ...... 80 Liberal Arts & Sciences Victim Services ...... 81 Computer Science Concentration...... 60 Math/Science Certificates Concentration for Transfer to Electrical ...... 81 Elementary Ed/Psychology Specialization ...... 60 Humanities/Behavioral & Social Sciences Concentration ...... 61 Journalism/Communications Concentration ...... 62 Mathematics/Science Concentration ...... 63 Pre-Engineering Science Concentration...... 64 Pre-Environmental Science Concentration...... 64 Nursing ...... 65 Occupational Therapy Assistant...... 66 Physical Therapist Assistant...... 67 Theater Arts...... 68

www.hcc.commnet.edu 39 Accounting: Accounting: Parent Program (EA03) Accounting (for Small Business Management) (EA06) Associate in Science Degree This program provides students with basic accounting knowledge nec- Associate in Science Degree essary for an entry-level position in that area, and it also provides the This program is designed to qualify the student for employment as preliminary knowledge required for transfer to a four-year institution. a full-charge bookkeeper or accounting assistant and to enable the Outcomes: student currently employed in these positions to enhance his or her knowledge for advancement purposes. The basic mechanics of book- • Demonstrate proficiency in accurately observing and organizing keeping and accounting theory are complemented by extensive study financial data. of computers and computer applications relative to the bookkeeping • Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills. and accounting process. • Demonstrate the use of accounting principles and procedures as they apply to the recording and reporting of financial information. Outcomes: • Demonstrate proficiency in valuing, recording, and reporting the • Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills. business entity’s assets, liabilities, and equity. • Demonstrate the use of accounting principles and procedures as • Demonstrate proficiency in the use of financial data in planning, they apply to the recording and reporting of financial information. controlling, and evaluating entity performance. • Demonstrate proficiency in applying financial accounting data in Suggested Sequence of Courses: the preparation of the business entity’s Federal and State payroll tax, Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course sales tax, and income tax returns. descriptions for details. • Demonstrate proficiency in the use of accounting and spreadsheet software Freshman Year • Demonstrate the use of financial data in controlling and evaluating ENG* E101 Composition 3 entity performance. Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Suggested Sequence of Courses: BES* E118 2 Small Business Management 3 Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course or BBG* E101 Introduction to Business descriptions for details. ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 Humanities Elective 3 Freshman Year ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Business 3 Elective 3 BES* E118 Small Business Management 3 ACC* E117 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 ACC* E101 2 Accounting Procedures I 3 ACC* E123 Accounting Software Applications 3 CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Sophomore Year Science Elective 3 - 4 Fine Arts Elective 3 ACC* E125 Accounting Computer Applications I 3 BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 ACC* E102 2 Accounting Procedures II 3 ACC* E275 Principles of Intermediate Accounting I ACC* E117 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 (Fall only) 4 BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3 Sophomore Year ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 BBG* E210 Business Communication ACC* E123 Accounting Software Applications 3 (Spring and Summer only) 3 Humanities Elective 3 ACC* E276 Principles of Intermediate Accounting II BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3 (Spring only) 4 BBG* E210 Business Communication Business 3 Elective 3 (Spring and Summer only) 3 BBG* E232 Business Law II 3 Business 3 Elective 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 ACC* E241 Federal Taxes I 3 Total Credits: 62 - 64 ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 1 MAT* E137 or higher. or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics Behavioral Science Elective 3 2 Alternate may not be taken as a Business elective. Total Credits: 61 - 63 3 ACC* E125 or ACC* E241 are suggested for your Business Electives. 1 MAT* E103 or higher. See Accounting Academic Advisor for career objective advisement. 2 ACC* E101 and ACC* E102 are open to Accounting for Small Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. Business Management associate degree and certificate students only. 3 See Accounting Academic Advisor for career objective and advise- ment. ACC* E113 CANNOT be used as an elective. Note: A minimum of 12 credits must be taken in 200-level courses.

40 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Aviation Maintenance: Banking: Parent Program (EA30) Parent Program (EF08) Associate in Science Degree Associate in Science Degree The goal of this program is to expand higher education opportunities This degree program is offered as a career development program for for the graduates of the FAA certified post-secondary airframe and employees currently working in all types of financial service organiza- powerplant mechanics program. Enrollment in this program is restricted tions. It prepares employees of savings banks, commercial banks, to students who have successfully completed a Federal Aviation savings and loan associations, and credit unions for supervisory and Administration Program in Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics and middle-management positions. have an active FAA license. Outcomes: Outcomes: • Demonstrate an understanding of the basic theory and practice of • Pass the certification examination administered by the Federal business administration and banking. Aviation Administration. • Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and prepare standard • Complete the general education courses in satisfaction of the types of business communications. associate degree requirements. • Demonstrate analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills • Students receive 30 college credits for the Airframe and Powerplant applicable to business administration and banking. Mechanics coursework provided they have passed the certification • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and examination administered by the Federal Aviation Administration. information as applied to the various applications in business administration and banking. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Suggested Sequence of Courses: descriptions for details. Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. ENG* E101 Composition 3 Mathematics Elective 3 - 4 Freshman Year Science Elective 3 - 4 ENG* E101 Composition 3 Social Science Elective 3 MAT* E167 Principles of Statistics 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 Open Elective 3 - 4 CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 Humanities Elective 3 BFN* E125 Principles of Banking 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Open Elective 3 - 4 BMK* E201 Principles of Marketing 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 ACC* E117 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 AIR 1 Airframe and Powerplant BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3

Mechanics Coursework 30 BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 DEGREES Total Credits: 60 - 64 Sophomore Year 1 Students receive 30 college credits for the Airframe and Powerplant COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 Mechanics coursework provided they have passed the certification BMK* E123 Principles of Customer Service 3 examination administered by the Federal Aviation Administration. BMG* E202 Principles of Management 3 Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. BFN* E211 Money & Banking (Fall only) 3 Note: For degree completion, the student must complete the computer ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 fundamentals requirement. or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics BBG* E210 Business Communication (Spring and Summer only) 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 Restricted 1 Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Total Credits: 61 - 62 1 Selection of restricted elective (BFN* E203, BBG* E232, or BMK* E106) should be made after consultation with the Program Advisor. BFN* E203 is only offered in the spring semester.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 41 Business Administration: Business Administration: Parent Program (EA67) Customer Service/Marketing Option (EB55) Associate in Science Degree This program provides the student with the basic general business Associate in Science Degree knowledge necessary for the start of a business career, and it provides This program provides students with knowledge, techniques, and the student with the preliminary knowledge required for transfer to a perspectives in the theory and practice of customer service and more specialized four-year business major. marketing. The program prepares students for careers in customer Outcomes: service and marketing. • Demonstrate an understanding of basic theory and practice of busi- Outcomes: ness and business administration. • Demonstrate an understanding of basic theory and practice of • Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and prepare standard business administration and customer service marketing. types of business communications. • Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and prepare standard • Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making types of business communications. skills applicable to business and business administration. • Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and skills applicable to business administration, customer service and information as applied to the various applications in business marketing. administration. • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and Suggested Sequence of Courses: information as applied to the various applications in business Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course administration, customer service and marketing. descriptions for details. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Freshman Year Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course ENG* E101 Composition 3 descriptions for details. Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Freshman Year BBG* E101 2 Introduction to Business 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 or BES* E118 Small Business Management Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 BBG* E101 2 Introduction to Business 3 BBG* E215 Global Business (Fall only) 3 or BES* E118 Small Business Management ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 BMK* E106 Principles of Selling 3 BMK* E201 Principles of Marketing 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 ACC* E117 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 BMK* E201 Principles of Marketing 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 BMK* E123 Principles of Customer Service 3 Sophomore Year CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 Fine Arts Elective 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3 Sophomore Year BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 Business 3 Elective 3 BMG* E202 Principles of Management 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3 BMG* E202 Principles of Management 3 BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 BBG* E210 Business Communication BMK* E207 Consumer Behavior 3 (Spring and Summer only) 3 ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 Business 3 Elective 3 or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 BBG* E210 Business Communication or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics (Spring and Summer only) 3 Humanities Elective 3 BMK* E205 Business to Business Marketing 3 Total Credits: 61 - 63 or BMK* E241 Principles of Advertising Humanities Elective 3 1 MAT* E137 or higher. Behavioral Science Elective 3 2 Alternate may not be taken as a Business elective. Total Credits: 61 - 63 3 Business electives should be selected in consultation with a Business advisor. Business electives may be chosen from Accounting, Business, 1 MAT* E137 or higher. Computer Science, alternate Economics course, and Business Office 2 BBG* E101 is highly recommended. Please see your academic advisor. Technology. Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses.

42 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Business Administration: Business Administration: Finance Option Global Business (EA56) (EA65) Associate in Science Degree Associate in Science Degree This program provides the student with an understanding of the The increasing internationalization of business is requiring managers to principles and concepts of finance within the general framework of have a global business perspective gained through experience, education basic general business knowledge. It is designed for the student or both. Competition from global competitors is mounting. The huge planning a career in financial or general business management. This increase in import penetration moreover, the massive amounts of over- program provides the preliminary knowledge required for transfer to a seas investment means that firms of all sizes face competitors from four-year institution and for an entry-level position in finance. everywhere in the world. International business differs from its domestic counterpart in that it involves three environments-domestic, foreign, Outcomes: and international-instead of one. • Demonstrate an understanding of basic theory and practice of business administration and finance. Outcomes: • Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and prepare standard • Describe our global environment. types of business communications. • Depict the challenges of globalization. • Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making • Portray the diversity and competitiveness of international business. skills applicable to business administration and finance. • Compare/contrast the social, cultural, political, economic, religious • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and and legal aspects of each country with which we wish to trade. information as applied to the various applications in business • Explain the differences in the environmental focus of the markets in administration and finance. which they operate. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. descriptions for details. Freshman Year Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 BBG* E101 Introduction to Business 3 BBG* E101 Introduction to Business 3 ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 BMK* E201 Principles of Marketing 3 BBG* E215 Global Business (Fall only) 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 BMK* E201 Principles of Marketing 3 ACC* E117 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 BBG* E271 Basics in Importing 3 DEGREES BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3 CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 Behavioral Science Elective 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 Sophomore Year Sophomore Year Fine Arts Elective 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 BMG* E202 Principles of Management 3 BFN* E211 Money & Banking (Fall only) 3 BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3 BMG* E202 Principles of Management 3 BBG* E272 Export Documentation 3 ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 BMK* E214 International Marketing 3 BBG* E210 Business Communication BFN* E235 International Finance 3 (Spring and Summer only) 3 BBG* E210 Business Communication ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics 3 (Spring and Summer only) 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 Behavioral Science Elective 3 BFN* E203 Investment Principles (Spring only) 3 ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 Humanities Elective 3 or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics Total Credits: 61 - 63 PHL* E151 World Religions 3 Total Credits: 61 - 63 1 MAT* E137 or !m of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. 1 Must be MAT* E137 or higher. Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 43 Business Administration: Business Administration: Health Care Management Option Human Resource Management (EB58) Option (EB56) Associate in Science Degree This program provides students with knowledge of, techniques, and Associate in Science Degree perspectives in the theory and practice of health care management. It This program provides students with knowledge of, techniques, and prepares students for careers in health care management and adminis- perspectives in the theory and practice of human resource manage- tration. ment. It prepares students for careers in human resource management Outcomes: and administration. • Demonstrate an understanding of basic theory and practice of Outcomes: business administration and health care management. • Demonstrate an understanding of basic theory and practice of • Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and prepare standard business administration and human resources. types of business communications. • Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and prepare standard • Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making types of business communications. skills applicable to business administration and health care • Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making management. skills applicable to business administration and human resources. • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and information as applied to the various applications in business information as applied to the various applications in business administration and health care management. administration and human resources. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. descriptions for details. Freshman Year Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 BBG* E101 2 Introduction to Business 3 BBG* E101 2 Introduction to Business 3 or BES* E118 Small Business Management or BES* E118 Small Business Management ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 BBG* E120 Introduction to BBG* E215 Global Business (Fall only) 3 Health Systems Management 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 ACC* E117 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 BMK* E201 Principles of Marketing 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 ACC* E117 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 Humanities Elective 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 Sophomore Year Sophomore Year Fine Arts Elective 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 BBG* E240 Business Ethics (Fall only) 3 BMG* E202 Principles of Management 3 BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3 BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3 BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 BMG* E202 Principles of Management 3 BFN* E225 Health Care Financial Management 3 BBG* E210 Business Communication BBG* E210 Business Communication (Spring and Summer only) 3 (Spring and Summer only) 3 BMG* E220 Human Resources Management 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 BMG* E226 Negotiation 3 BMG* E234 Strategic Health Care Management 3 ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics Behavioral Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Total Credits: 61 - 63 Total Credits: 61 - 63 1 MAT* E137 or higher. 1 MAT* E137 or higher. 2 BBG* E101 is highly recommended. Please see your academic advi- 2 BBG* E101 is highly recommended. Please see your academic advi- sor. sor. 3 BMG* E220 and BBG* E240 will alternate semesters between day Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. and evening. Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses.

44 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Business Administration: Business Administration: Management Option Small Business Management/ (EA60) Entrepreneurship Option (EA89) Associate in Science Degree This program provides students with knowledge, techniques and Associate in Science Degree perspectives in the theory and practice of management. It prepares This program is designed to develop, through its varied course offerings, students for careers in management and administration. an understanding of the economic and social environment within Outcomes: which small businesses function. Most of the course offerings afford practice in decision making under conditions of uncertainty, the same • Demonstrate an understanding of basic theory and practice of conditions prevalent in the business world. business administration and management. • Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and prepare standard Outcomes: types of business communications. • Demonstrate an understanding of basic theory and practice of small • Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making business administration and entrepreneurship. skills applicable to business administration and management. • Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and prepare standard • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and types of business communications. information as applied to the various applications in business • Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making administration and management. skills applicable to small business administration and entrepre- Suggested Sequence of Courses: neurship. Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and descriptions for details. information as applied to the various applications in small business administration and entrepreneurship. Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 Suggested Sequence of Courses: Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course BBG* E101 Introduction to Business 3 descriptions for details. ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 Freshman Year BBG* E215 Global Business (Fall only) 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 BES* E118 Small Business Management 3 Business 2 Elective 3 ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 ACC* E117 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 BMK* E201 Principles of Marketing 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3

ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 DEGREES CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 Sophomore Year BMK* E103 Principles of Retailing 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 ACC* E117 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 BBG* E240 3 Business Ethics (Fall only) 3 Sophomore Year ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3 BMG* E220 3 Human Resources Management 3 BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 BBG* E210 Business Communication ACC* E125 Accounting Computer Applications I 3 (Spring and Summer only) 3 ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 BMG* E202 Principles of Management 3 or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics Science Elective 3 - 4 BBG* E210 Business Communication Humanities Elective 3 (Spring and Summer only) 3 Total Credits: 61 - 63 Business 2 Elective 3 BES* E218 Entrepreneurship 3 1 MAT* E137 or higher. Humanities Elective 3 2 Business elective must be selected in consultation with a Business Science Elective 3 - 4 Program advisor. Business electives may be chosen from Accounting, Total Credits: 61 - 63 Business, Computer Science, alternate Economics course, or Business Office Technology. 1 MAT* E137 or higher. 3 BMG* E220 and BBG* E240 will alternate semesters between day 2 Business electives should be selected in consultation with a business and evening. program advisor. Business electives may be chosen from Accounting, Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. Business, Computer Science, alternate Economics course, and Business Office Technology. BBG* E101 may not be taken as a Business Elective. Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 45 Business Administration: Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course UCONN-Stamford/Waterbury descriptions for details. Transfer Program Freshman Year (EA67tr) ENG* E101 Composition 3 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Associate in Science Degree BBG* E101 2 Introduction to Business 3 UCONN-Stamford/Waterbury Transfer Agreement or BES* E118 Small Business Management ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 Students may have determined their intent to attend the University of BBG* E215 Global Business (Fall only) 3 Connecticut School of Business at Stamford.Graduates of HCC receiving ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 the Associate in Science Degree in Business Administration may enter CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 the UConn School of Business to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree BMK* E201 Principles of Marketing 3 in Business and Technology at the University of Connecticut Stamford. ACC* E117 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 Students who have completed all requirements, earned an overall GPA PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 of 3.0 (4.0 scale) and achieve a B (3.0) or higher in courses being used for 200-level major requirements are guaranteed admission to the Sophomore Year School of Business in the Business and Technology major. Those students Fine Arts Elective 3 who have determined to seek admission to this program should follow BFN* E201 Principles of Finance 3 these course requirements: BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 Outcomes: ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics 3 • Demonstrate an understanding of basic theory and practice of Science (with Lab) 3Elective (with Lab) 4 business and business administration. BMG* E202 Principles of Management 3 • Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and prepare standard BBG* E210 Business Communication types of business communications. (Spring and Summer only) 3 • Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making Business 4 Elective 3 skills applicable to business and business administration. ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and PHL* E101 Introduction to Philosophy 3 information as applied to the various applications in business Total Credits: 62 - 63 administration. 1 MAT* E137 or higher. 2 Alternate may not be taken as a Business elective. 3 The science elective may be met with any lab course (4 credits) in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. 4 Business electives should be selected in consultation with a Business advisor. Business electives may be chosen from Accounting, Business, Computer Science, alternate Economics course, and Business Office Technology.

46 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Business Office Technology: Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Executive Assistant Option descriptions for details. (EB18) Freshman Year Associate in Science Degree ENG* E101 Composition 3 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 This program provides students with the skills necessary to excel in an ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 office environment. Students become proficient in keyboarding, word BOT* E111 Keyboarding for Information Processing I 3 processing, office procedures, office management skills, interpersonal Humanities Elective 3 skills, and customer service or help desk orientation as well as decision- ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 making and problem-solving techniques. Students are encouraged to Science Elective 3 - 4 develop individual areas of interest through elective courses and BOT* E112 Keyboarding for Information Processing II 3 through part-time and summer employment. BOT* E137 Word Processing Applications 3 Outcomes: Fine Arts Elective 3 • Read, understand, and prepare standard types of documents with Sophomore Year speed and accuracy. Business • Compose business documents that are clear, concise, complete, and (restricted) Elective 3 courteous. 2 • Possess appropriate skills in the following software applications: ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 operating system, word processing, spreadsheet, database manage- or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics ment, integrated office applications, presentation graphics and BBG* E231 Business Law I 3 other software appropriate for the office environment. BOT* E215 Word Processing Applications II 3 • Employ appropriate administrative office procedures and office Business 3 Elective 3 management decision-making and problem-solving skills and BOT* E260 Administrative Management 3 techniques. or BMG* E202 Principles of Management • Apply communication skills related to the occupation, including, BOT* E251 Administrative Procedures 3 but not limited to, reading, writing, listening, verbal, and nonverbal BBG* E210 Business Communication communication. (Spring and Summer only) 3 Business 3 Elective 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 Total Credits: 60 - 62 1 MAT* E075 and MAT* E095 not acceptable. MAT* E103 is preferred if going to a 4-year school, see your BOT Academic Advisor.

2 Restrictive Business electives must be chosen from BOT* E216, DEGREES BOT* E218, CSA* E220. 3 Approval of BOT advisor required.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 47 Business Office Technology: Freshman Year Word/Information Processing ENG* E101 Composition 3 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Specialist Option ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 (EA92) BOT* E111 Keyboarding for Information Processing I 3 Humanities Elective 3 Associate in Science Degree ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 This program provides students with the skills necessary to excel in a BOT* E112 Keyboarding for Information Processing II 3 word/information processing environment. Students become proficient BOT* E137 Word Processing Applications 3 in keyboarding, word processing, language arts skills, help desk activities Fine Arts Elective 3 and they are introduced to desktop publishing and office integration skills. Word Processing students are encouraged to develop individual Sophomore Year areas of interest through part-time and summer employment. BMG* E202 2 Principles of Management 3 Outcomes: or BOT* E260 Administrative Management • Demonstrate speed and accuracy in keyboarding and computer ACC* E125 Accounting Computer Applications I 3 application skills that will meet current industry standards. BOT* E216 Spreadsheet Applications 3 • Generate complex and integrated documents using current word BOT* E215 Word Processing Applications II 3 processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation graphics, and desk- BOT* E217 3 Desktop Publishing 3 top publishing software as well as other software appropriate for the or CSA* E220 Web Graphics office environment. ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 • Use logic to make decisions, solve problems, acquire and use infor- or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics mation, and evaluate outcomes for clarification. BBG* E210 Business Communication • Apply mathematical skills in solving problems related to the design, (Spring and Summer only) 3 format, tabulation, and presentation of business documents. BOT* E251 Administrative Procedures 3 • Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the automated Behavioral Science Elective 3 office including managing the office environment, and its systems BOT* E218 Database Management 3 and issues. Total Credits: 60 - 62 Suggested Sequence of Courses: 1 MAT* E075 and MAT* E095 not acceptable. MAT* E103, Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Mathematics of Finance, preferred if going to a 4-year school. See descriptions for details. your BOT advisor before taking MAT elective. 2 Either BMG* E202 or BOT* E260 is required. 3 Either BOT* E217 or CSA* E220 is required.

48 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Clinical Laboratory Technology: Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Parent Program (EA97) descriptions for details. Freshman Year This program is no longer accepting new students. ENG* E101 Composition 3 MAT* E167 Principles of Statistics 3 Associates in Science Degree BIO* E211 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 The Clinical Laboratory Technology Program is designed to prepare CHE* E111 Concepts of Chemistry 4 graduates for employment in hospitals, commercial laboratories, physi- CLT* E101 Introduction to cian office laboratories and pharmaceutical companies. Clinical Clinical Laboratory Technology I 2 Laboratory Technicians follow specific procedures to perform a variety ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 of routine diagnostic tests on blood and other body fluids in chemistry, BIO* E212 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 hematology, urinalysis, immunohematology, microbiology, and CLT* E102 Introduction to immunology. Thus, CLTs, in cooperation with other laboratory Clinical Laboratory Technology II 2 personnel, provide physicians with valuable information needed in the BIO* E235 Microbiology 4 care of patients. The curriculum combines the general college core CHE* E112 Principles of Organic & Biochemistry 4 courses in the humanities and sciences with clinical courses. Area hospital laboratories provide the environment where students perform Summer Session all laboratory procedures, learn interpersonal skills, study diseases, and CLT* E201 Laboratory Practicum I 4 relate laboratory medicine to other aspects of health care. Upon program completion, students are eligible to take national certification Sophomore Year examinations. CHE* E220 Biochemistry 4 Outcomes: Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 CLT* E202 Laboratory Practicum II 4 • Collect and prepare clinical specimens for analysis. CLT* E204 Clinical Laboratory Seminar I 3 • Operate laboratory instruments. Behavioral Science 2 Elective 3 • Monitor and assess the quality of data generated. Humanities Elective 3 • Recognize problems that may occur during testing. CLT* E203 Laboratory Practicum III 4 • Describe principles, reactions, and reagents for each method CLT* E205 Clinical Laboratory Seminar II 3 studied. Total Credits: 64 - 65 • Relate test results to other patient information to the extent required for understanding the analyses. 1 MAT*137 or higher acceptable • Demonstrate behavior and attitudes consistent with those of 2 PSY* E111 or SOC* E101 laboratory professionals. Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer fundamentals requirement. DEGREES

www.hcc.commnet.edu 49 Clinical Laboratory Technology: Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 Biotechnology Option MAT* E167 Principles of Statistics 3 (EA98) BIO* E121 General Biology I 4 CHE* E111 Concepts of Chemistry 4 This program is no longer accepting new students. ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 BIO* E235 Microbiology 4 Associates in Science Degree CHE* E112 Principles of Organic & Biochemistry 4 CLT* E101 Introduction to The Clinical Laboratory Technology Option in Biotechnology is Clinical Laboratory Technology I 2 designed to prepare graduates with the necessary skills, knowledge, CLT* E102 Introduction to and attributes for a career in biotechnology as a Biotechnology Clinical Laboratory Technology II 2 Laboratory Technician. Students who complete this program may wish to further their education at four-year institutions or seek employment Summer Session as technicians in pharmaceutical, agricultural, environmental, forensic CLT* E201 Laboratory Practicum I 4 or medical industries. Sophomore Year Outcomes: CHE* E220 Biochemistry 4 • Operate laboratory instruments. Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 • Perform a variety of experiments according to prescribed method- BIO* E211 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 ology. BIO* E212 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 • Recognize problems that may occur during experiments. CLT* E212 Molecular Biotechniques 4 • Describe principles, reactions, and reagents for each method studied. SCI* E225 Special Problems in the Natural Sciences 3 • Relate results to other information to the extent required for under- CLT* E213 Biotechnology Laboratory Seminar 3 standing the experiments. Behavioral Science 2 Elective 3 • Demonstrate behavior and attitudes consistent with those of Humanities Elective 3 laboratory professionals. Total Credits: 64 - 65 Suggested Sequence of Courses: 1 MAT*137 or higher acceptable Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course 2 PSY* E111 or SOC* E101 descriptions for details. Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer fundamentals requirement.

50 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog College of Technology Pathway College of Technology Pathway Program: Program: Engineering Science Option Technological Studies (EB16) (EA90) Associate in Science Degree Associate in Science Degree Transfer Program: The pre-engineering pathway is based upon a math- Transfer Program: The pre-technology pathway offers a core of courses ematics and science core that provides the nucleus for engineering edu- that will provide the foundation for the bachelor of science degree in cation. In addition to the 64-hour core of courses listed below, the stu- Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or Technology dent must maintain a “B” or better average with no grade less than a “C” Education at Central Connecticut State University. Continuation for continuation in the engineering program at the University of requirements include a minimum grade of “C” and 64 hours of college Connecticut. credit as listed below. Outcomes: Outcomes: • Understand the basic principles of the physical sciences. • Understand the basic principles of the physical sciences. • Perform a scientific experiment and interpret results. • Perform a scientific experiment and interpret the results. • Demonstrate an understanding of the major concepts of differential • Complete the general education courses in satisfaction of the asso- and integral calculus. ciate degree requirements. • Have the ability to write and document a computer program. Note: Not all courses are offered at HCC. • Complete the general education courses in satisfaction of the asso- ciate degree requirements. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Note: Not all courses are offered at HCC. Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. Note: For students interested in Chemical Engineering, Computer Science ENG* E101 Composition 3 and Engineering, or Electrical Engineering, additional technical coursework ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 is needed prior to the junior year in the UConn curriculum. This course- COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 work may be completed at one of the regional UCONN campuses while Fine Art/Humanities Elective 3 progressing through the Pathway Program or may be obtained through the History Elective 3 use of the electives prescribed in the core listed above. CHE* E111 Concepts of Chemistry 4 Suggested Sequence of Courses: or CHE* E112 Principles of Organic & Biochemistry Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course PHY* E121 General Physics I 4 descriptions for details. or PHY* E122 General Physics II MAT* E137 Intermediate Algebra 3 Art 1 Elective 3 ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics 3 DEGREES Economics 1 Elective 3 SOC* E101 Principles of Sociology 3 History 1 Elective 3 CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 Philosophy 1 Elective 3 BBG* E101 Introduction to Business 3 CSC* E106 Structured Programming 3 BBG* E281 Writing and Research MAT* E254 Calculus I 4 in Business and Industry 3 MAT* E256 Calculus II 4 MAT* E186 Precalculus 4 MAT* E268 Calculus III: Multivariable 4 MFG* E230 Statistical Process Control (SPC) 3 MAT* E285 Differential Equations 3 CAD* E133 CAD Mechanical AutoCad 3 CAD* E133 CAD Mechanical AutoCad 3 MFG* E102 Manufacturing Processes 3 MFG* E102 Manufacturing Processes 3 Directed Electives PHY* E221 2 Calculus-Based Physics I 4 (4 courses) 1 12 PHY* E222 2 Calculus-Based Physics II 4 Total Credits: 67 CHE* E121 General Chemistry I 4 CHE* E122 General Chemistry II 4 1 These electives are courses which may not be available at HCC. ENG* E101 Composition 3 Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 EGR* E211 3 Engineering Statics 3 EGR* E212 3 Engineering Dynamics 3 Total Credits: 64 1 For students pursuing Mechanical Engineering degree at Fairfield University the following courses must be taken as electives: ART* E101, ECN* E102, HIS* E101, PHL* E151. 2 This course is offered in the SUMMER SESSION ONLY at HCC. It may also be taken at another Community College. 3 Course is not offered at Housatonic, may be taken at Fairfield University (Engineering Statics ME 201, Engineering Dynamics ME 203), Gateway Community College, or Norwalk Community College.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 51 College of Technology Pathway College of Technology Pathway Program: Technology Studies: Program: Technology Studies: Electrical Option Industrial Technology Option (EF06) (EA08) Associate in Science Degree Associate in Science Degree Transfer Program: The pre-technology, electrical option pathway offers Transfer Program: The purpose of the program is to provide students a core of courses that will provide the foundation for the bachelor of with a general education core and industry specific courses (specialized science degree in Electrical Engineering Technology at Central core) which will permit students to enter directly into employment and Connecticut State University. Continuation requirements include a provide the basis for a transfer opportunity. Students selecting this pro- minimum grade of “C” and 64 hours of college credit as listed below. gram may be recent high school graduates, particularly those students who completed their education at a technical high school, and current Outcomes: employees in local industries seeking to advance their careers. • Understand the basic principles of the physical sciences. • Perform a scientific experiment and interpret the results. Outcomes: • Complete the general education courses in satisfaction of the asso- • Demonstrate the ability to research, develop reports, and prepare ciate degree requirements. oral and written presentations applicable to Business and Industry. Note: Not all courses are offered at HCC • Apply appropriate mathematical and scientific principles in the manufacturing setting. Suggested Sequence of Courses: • Demonstrate understanding of the impact of social and economic Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course systems on the manufacturing industry. descriptions for details. • Demonstrate proficiency in current manufacturing processes including CAD, CAM, and CNC. • Develop dimensional measurement ability as applied in the manu- Behavioral Science 1 Elective 3 facturing environment. Fine Arts 2 Elective 3 • Demonstrate the ability to define structure and properties and ten- Humanities sile strength of materials and their impact in selection and utiliza- (2 courses) Electives 6 tion of materials for manufacturing processes. Social Science • Demonstrate ability to complete an analysis of environmental safety, (2 courses) 3 Electives 6 risk factors, problem identification, and management controls within State and National environmental guidelines for business and industry. ENG* E101 Composition 3 MAT* E167 Principles of Statistics 3 Suggested Sequence of Courses: CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course CAD* E133 CAD Mechanical AutoCad 3 descriptions for details. MAT* E137 Intermediate Algebra 3 Freshman Year MAT* E186 Precalculus 4 COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 CHE* E121 General Chemistry I 4 MAT* E137 Intermediate Algebra 3 PHY* E121 General Physics I 4 CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 MFG* E209 Engineering Processes 3 CAD* E133 CAD Mechanical AutoCad 3 Directed Electives History Elective 3 (5 courses) 4 15 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Total Credits: 67 MAT* E186 Precalculus 4 CHE* E111 Concepts of Chemistry 4 1 Psychology or Sociology or CHE* E121 General Chemistry I 2 Art or Music COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 3 History or Economics MFG* E102 Manufacturing Processes 3Sophomore 4 These electives are courses not available at HCC. Year Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. BBG* E101 Introduction to Business 3 MFG* E209 Engineering Processes 3 MFG* E230 Statistical Process Control (SPC) 3 PHY* E121 General Physics I 4 or PHY* E221 Calculus-Based Physics I ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics 3 MFG* E120 Metrology 3 MFG* E226 Environmental, Safety, and Health Management 3 Fine Art/Humanities Elective 3 BBG* E281 Writing and Research in Business and Industry 3 MFG* E258 Computer Numeric Control (CNC) 3 SOC* E101 Principles of Sociology 3 Total Credits: 67 52 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Computer Information Systems: Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 Parent Program (EB60) Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Associate in Science Degree CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 CST* E145 Digital Circuits and Logic 4 This program provides instruction in business-related computer infor- CSC *E105 Programming Logic 3 mation technology for persons who wish to upgrade their current ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 professional skills or for those actively seeking employment in various CSC* E205 Visual Basic I 3 computer positions. CST* E184 Network Administration I 3 Outcomes: Behavioral Science Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 • Demonstrate understanding of information technology necessary for entry-level employment and advancement. Sophomore Year • Demonstrate desirable attitudes and work habits, including creative Fine Arts Elective 3 thinking, the ability to solve problems, cooperation, good judg- CST* E150 Web Design and Development I 3 ment, responsibility and self-reliance. CST* E210 Operating Systems 3 • Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Science Elective 3 - 4 • Demonstrate knowledge of terminology and structure of various CSC* E231 Database Design I 3 programming languages, personal computers, and the use of soft- CST* E231 Data Communications & Networks 3 ware tools in the workplace. ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 • Troubleshoot common programming and software problems and or ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics test for solutions. Computer Science • Develop, write, debug, and test simple programs in Visual BASIC and other languages. (2 courses) 2 Electives 6 - 7 • Demonstrate a commitment to professional organizations and BBG* E210 Business Communication continuing education. (Spring and Summer only) 3 Total Credits: 62 - 65 Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course 1 Must be one of the following: MAT* E137, MAT* E186, MAT* E254 descriptions for details. 2 Computer Science electives must be selected in consultation with the program advisor based on the student’s concentration, e.g., applica- tions, hardware, programming, or networking. See CIS certificate program. DEGREES

www.hcc.commnet.edu 53 Criminal Justice: Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 Parent Program (EB13) POL* E111 Introduction to American Government 3 PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 Associate in Science Degree SOC* E101 Principles of Sociology 3 This program is designed as an occupational career program to provide CJS* E101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 students with the professional knowledge, skills, and techniques ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 required in the area of criminal justice. Students may specialize in the HIS* E201 US History I 3 following options: law enforcement; administration, corrections, inves- or HIS* E202 US History II tigation, and security and loss prevention. Course offerings are trans- Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 ferable to four-year institutions having programs in criminal justice, CJS* E201 Criminology 3 public administration, social sciences, etc. Criminal Justice 2 Elective 3 Outcomes: Sophomore Year • Identify and explain the basic structures and functions of the CJS* E211 Criminal Law I 3 American criminal justice system, and the impacts of sociological, Criminal Justice Elective 3 psychological, political, and legal conditions on the system. 2 • Identify and explain the basic theories and applications of Science Elective 3 - 4 criminology. Fine Arts Elective 3 • Identify and explain the basic concepts and functions of criminal Restricted 3 Elective 3 law. CJS* E213 Evidence and Criminal Procedure 3 • Identify and explain the major instruments of data collection in the CJS* E290 Practicum in Criminal Justice 3 criminal justice system. CJS* E259 Writing and Research for Law Enforcement 3 • Identify and explain the current problems facing the criminal Open Elective 3 - 4 justice system. Humanities Elective 3 • Recognize and apply the relevant elements of the United States Total Credits: 60 - 63 Constitution to criminal justice practices. • Integrate the theoretical, practical, and ethical issues and 1 MAT* E075, MAT* E095 not acceptable. applications within the criminal justice system. 2 Criminal Justice electives should be based on the student’s career objectives and should be made after consultation with the program Suggested Sequence of Courses: advisor. Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course 3 Restricted electives cannot be Criminal Justice courses. Restricted descriptions for details. electives should be selected after consultation with the program advi- sor. Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer fundamentals requirement.

54 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Early Childhood Education: Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 Parent Program (EA95) PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 Associate in Science Degree Science 2 Elective 3 - 4 ECE* E101 Introduction to This program is designed to prepare qualified students to become Early Childhood Education 3 teachers and teachers’ assistants in the field of early care and education. ECE* E103 Creative Experiences 3 This program equips students with the skills and competencies to work ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 effectively with young children in a variety of educational settings. SOC* E101 Principles of Sociology 3 Instruction is designed to be practical and heavily supplemented with PSY* E202 Child Psychology & Development 3 field observations, internships, workshops, and seminars. ECE* E190 ECE Behavior Management 3 Outcomes: ECE* E210 Observation, Participation and Seminar 3 • Identify the theoretical and philosophical approaches to early child- Sophomore Year hood education within the context of children’s diverse cognitive, Humanities 2 Elective 3 linguistic, physical, social, emotional, and cultural needs. Mathematics Elective 3 - 4 • Plan curricula consistent with developmentally appropriate prac- 1 tices based on knowledge of child development and observation, HIS* E201 US History I 3 individual children’s needs, and the environment. ECE* E207 Natural Science and Safety for Children 3 • Implement a learning environment that supports all aspects of the ECE* E215 The Exceptional Learner 3 well-being of all children including those with special needs and Fine Arts 2 Elective 3 diverse backgrounds. ECE* E222 Methods & Techniques in ECE 3 • Define collaborative strategies that help in establishing and main- ECE* E231 Early Language and Literacy Development 3 taining relationships with families and the community to support ECE* E295 Student Teaching Practicum 6 children’s growth and development. Total Credits: 60 - 62 • Communicate effectively with other professionals to support chil- 1 MAT* E075 or MAT* E095 not acceptable. dren’s development, learning and well-being. Examine professional responsibilities including professional development, advocacy, and 2 All electives should be based on student’s career objectives. It is recommended that selection of electives be discussed with the ethical conduct. program advisors. • Demonstrate the ability to link theory and practice in early child- hood settings. Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer • Access professional literature, organizations, and other resources to fundamentals requirement. inform and improve practice. Note: To meet state articulation requirements, transfer students must take the following courses: Science: must be a laboratory science; Math: must be MAT* E137 or higher; History must be HIS* E201. Transfer students must have a 2.7 GPA and pass the state-mandated skills DEGREES examination (PRAXIS I) before they can be admitted into a university education program. Note: Fingerprinting and a background criminal check are required for any job working with children. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 55 Early Childhood Education: Art Option Special Education Option (EB20) (EB14) Associate in Arts Degree Associate in Science Degree The following combination of courses allows any student to obtain This option prepares students for a career in educational programs both an Associate in Arts Degree and to transfer into most four-year designed for exceptional and special learners. Students participate in colleges offering programs in Fine Art, Art Education, and Art History. internships in special education environments. Outcomes: Outcomes: • Attain mastery of the basic conventions of drawing and design. • • Identical to those of the Early Childhood Education Program with Become competent in a variety of artistic media. • an emphasis focused on special needs children. Demonstrate visual thinking and productive problem-solving. • Note: To meet state articulation requirements, transfer students must Enhance visual literacy and esthetic appreciation, through the study take the following courses: Science: must be a laboratory science; Math: of art history, of the culture we have inherited. must be MAT* E137 or higher; History must be HIS* E201; Open: Suggested Sequence of Courses: Computer Science course recommended. Transfer students must have Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course a 2.7 GPA and pass the state-mandated skills examination (PRAXIS I) descriptions for details. before they can be admitted into a university education program. Special Education degree students must take ECE* E101 and ECE* Freshman Year E222 to meet transfer requirements. ENG* E101 Composition 3 ART* E101 Art History I 3 Note: Fingerprinting and a background criminal check are required for ART* E121 Two-Dimensional Design 3 any job working with children. ART* E111 Drawing I 3 Suggested Sequence of Courses: Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 descriptions for details. ART* E102 Art History II 3 ART* E109 Color Theory 3 Freshman Year ART* E112 Drawing II 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 Science 2 Elective 3 - 4 Sophomore Year ECE* E101 Introduction to Humanities Elective 3 Early Childhood Education 3 ART* E103 Art History III 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Art (sculpture) 2 Sculpture Elective 3 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 ART* E113 Figure Drawing I 3 ECE* E103 Creative Experiences 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 SOC* E101 Principles of Sociology 3 Art (painting) 3 Painting Elective 3 ECE* E210 Observation, Participation and Seminar 3 Social Science Elective 3 ECE* E215 The Exceptional Learner 3 GRA* E111 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 Art Elective 3 Sophomore Year Open 4 Elective 3 - 4 ECE* E190 ECE Behavior Management 3 Total Credits: 60 - 63 ECE* E207 Natural Science and Safety for Children 3 ECE* E216 Methods & Techniques 1 MAT* E075, MAT* E095 not acceptable. in Special Education 3 2 Choose from ART* E131 or ART* E235 Humanities 2 Elective 3 3 Choose from: ART* E157, ART* E253, ART* E155. HIS* E201 US History I 3 4 Cannot be an art course. A 200-level course is recommended. PSY* E202 Child Psychology & Development 3 ECE* E231 Early Language and Literacy Development 3 Note: There is no minimum requirement for the number of 200-level ECE* E295 Student Teaching Practicum 6 courses necessary for completion of the Associate in Arts degree. Fine Arts 2 Elective 3 Total Credits: 60 - 62 1 MAT* E075 and MAT* E095 not acceptable. 2 All electives should be based on student’s career objectives. It is recommended that selection of electives be discussed with the pro- gram advisors. Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer fundamentals requirement.

56 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog General Studies: Graphic Design: Parent Program (EB30) Parent Program (EB33) Associate in Science Degree Associate in Science Degree This program is designed for those who wish a broader general The following combination of courses allows any student to obtain education background. Programs will be arranged on an individual both an Associate in Science degree and to transfer into most four-year basis through consultation with the student’s advisor. A maximum of colleges offering programs in Graphic Design. Students are also prepared flexibility in choice of courses is permitted in this curriculum but the for entry-level positions in graphic design and related fields. degree will be awarded only to those students whose programs meet the minimum requirements of this curriculum. Outcomes: • Attain mastery of the basic conventions of drawing and design. Outcomes: • Become competent in the specific skills that are required in today’s • Complete the general education core requirements. graphic design industry. • Complete the computer fundamentals requirement. • Demonstrate the skills necessary for visual thinking and productive • Explore areas of interest via extensive coursework in liberal arts, problem-solving. business, and career areas in anticipation of employment or • Attain an expanded awareness and a critical understanding of transfer. graphic design products. • Become familiar with the computer graphics software products that Suggested Sequence of Courses: are industry standards. Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course ENG* E101 Composition 3 descriptions for details. Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Science Elective 3 - 4 Freshman Year Social Science Elective 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Humanities Elective 3 ART* E121 Two-Dimensional Design 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 ART* E111 Drawing I 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 GRA* E111 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 Social Science Elective 3 ART* E109 Color Theory 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 ART* E112 Drawing II 3 Humanities Elective 3 GRA* E230 Digital Imaging I 3 Open Electives 24 Behavioral Science Elective 3

Total Credits: 60 - 63 DEGREES Sophomore Year 1 MAT* E075, MAT* E095 not acceptable. Humanities Elective 3 Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer Social Science Elective 3 fundamentals requirement. Science Elective 3 - 4 Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. ART* E250 Digital Photography I 3 Note: It is recommended that students take one year of a foreign GRA* E151 Graphic Design 3 language. Art History 2 Elective 3 GRA* E241 Digital Page Design 3 GRA* E221 Illustration I 3 ART/GRA 3 Elective 3 Open 4 Elective 3 - 4 Total Credits: 60 - 63 1 MAT* E075, MAT* E095 not acceptable. 2 Choose from ART* E101, ART* E102, or ART* E103 3 It is suggested that students discuss selection of elective with program coordinator. 4 Suggested course: BOT* E111, Keyboarding for Information Processing I. Cannot be an ART/GRA course.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 57 Graphic Design: Computer Graphics Option (EB59) Associate in Science Degree This program prepares students for entry-level positions in graphic design and related fields, especially those pertaining to computer graphics. The program provides the opportunity to transfer to a four-year institu- tion offering programs in graphic design. Outcomes: • Attain mastery of the basic conventions of drawing and design. • Become competent in the specific skills that are required in today’s graphic design industry. • Demonstrate the skills necessary for visual thinking and productive problem-solving. • Attain an expanded awareness and a critical understanding of graphic design products. • Become familiar with the computer graphics software products that have become industry standards. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 ART* E121 Two-Dimensional Design 3 ART* E111 Drawing I 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 GRA* E111 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 ART* E109 Color Theory 3 ART* E112 Drawing II 3 GRA* E230 Digital Imaging I 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 Sophomore Year Humanities Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 ART* E243 Studio Photography I 3 or ART* E250 Digital Photography I GRA* E151 Graphic Design 3 Art History 2 Elective 3 GRA* E241 Digital Page Design 3 GRA* E261 Web Design 3 Art 3 Elective 3 Open 4 Elective 3 - 4 Total Credits: 60 - 63 1 MAT* E075, MAT* E095 not acceptable. 2 Choose ART* E101, ART* E102, or ART* E103 3 Choose From: ART* E101, ART* E102, ART* E244, ART* E157, ART* E253, ART* E155, GRA* E247, GRA* E271, or GRA* E221 4 Cannot be an art course.

58 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Human Services: Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Parent Program (EB35) descriptions for details. Associate in Science Degree Freshman Year This program is designed to prepare qualified students for a wide ENG* E101 Composition 3 variety of community counseling-related employment positions in the POL* E111 Introduction to American Government 3 urban-suburban region of Greater Bridgeport and surrounding metro- PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 politan areas. Career positions in such fields as counseling, mental Science Elective 3 - 4 health, social services, substance abuse, community outreach, and HSE* E101 Introduction to Human Services 3 gerontology. Instruction is cross-disciplinary and is designed for ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 maximum transferability for those wishing to continue their studies. PSY* E245 Abnormal Psychology 3 Outcomes: SOC* E101 Principles of Sociology 3 • Demonstrate knowledge of the range of effective communication HSE* E210 Group and Interpersonal Relations 3 and basic counseling strategies/skills necessary to establish a col- HSE* E243 Human Services Skills and Methods 3 laborative relationship with the client or patient. Sophomore Year • Apply knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices in Fine Arts Elective 3 order to respond to the needs, desires, and interests of the client. COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 • Demonstrate knowledge of formal and informal supports available in the community. Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 • Demonstrate knowledge of the range of participatory planning and HSE* E202 Introduction to Counseling/Interviewing 3 outreach techniques associated with the helping professions. HSE* E291 3 Human Services Internship I 3 • Demonstrate the ability to match specific supports and interven- Human Services 2 Elective 3 tions to the unique needs of individual clients and recognize the HSE* E235 Professional & Ethical Issues importance of friends, family, and community relationships. in Human Services 3 • Demonstrate awareness of the diverse challenges facing clients (e.g. HSE* E292 3 Human Services Internship II 3 human-rights, legal, administrative, and financial) and be able to Humanities Elective 3 identify and use effective advocacy strategies to overcome such Open 2 Elective 3 - 4 challenges. Total Credits: 60 - 63 • Demonstrate knowledge and appropriate application of crisis prevention, intervention and resolution techniques, and be able to 1 MAT* E075, MAT* E095 not acceptable. match such techniques to particular circumstances and individuals. 2 It is required that students discuss selection of elective with Program • Demonstrate case-management skills with clients including the Coordinator. development of collaborative relationships, assisting with the iden- 3 Internship courses (HSE* E291 and HSE* E292) must be taken in tification and access to community supports, implementing plans separate semesters and approved in advance by the Program in a collaborative and expeditious manner, promoting an advocacy Coordinator. DEGREES position, and mobilizing resources and support necessary to assist Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer clients. fundamentals requirement. • Understand and articulate a systems perspective for the treatment and resolution of individual, family, group, and community human service problems. • Develop and demonstrate ethical standards and sensibilities.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 59 Liberal Arts & Sciences: Liberal Arts & Sciences: Computer Science Concentration Concentration for Transfer to (EB38) Elementary Ed/Psychology Specialization (EB45ed) Associate in Arts Degree The goal of this program is to prepare computer science majors to Associate in Arts Degree transfer to a baccalaureate degree program. Students have the opportu- nity to explore their interests and meet their first- and second-year This transfer program parallels the core requirements of the first two requirements in computer science, mathematics, science, humanities, years of most four-year college elementary teacher certification programs and social science courses. Students are advised to review the require- in Connecticut. The academic experiences provide the foundation for ments of the transfer institution prior to course selection. Students are specialization for psychology majors. Students are advised to review the advised to review the requirements of the transfer institution prior to requirements of the transfer institution prior to course selection. course selection. Outcomes: Outcomes: • Recognize and explain the relationship between the individual and • Write, compile, and run effective programs in the various struc- psychological behavior. tured programming languages. • Identify and explain basic theories of interpersonal and group • Have the ability to write a documented computer program using a relationships. data structure. • Explain the scientific methodology used for behavioral scientific • Demonstrate competence in basic digital logic. research. • Understand the basic principles of the physical and/or natural • Demonstrate the ability to communicate orally and in writing. sciences. Suggested Sequence of Courses: • Demonstrate an understanding of the major concepts of differential Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course and integral calculus. descriptions for details. • Complete the general education courses in satisfaction of the associate degree requirements. Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 Suggested Sequence of Courses: HIS* E101 Western Civilization I 3 Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course or HIS* E102 Western Civilization II descriptions for details. BIO* E105 Introduction to Biology 4 Freshman Year Foreign Language 1 Elective 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 MAT* E137 Intermediate Algebra 3 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 HIS* E101 Western Civilization I 3 PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 or HIS* E102 Western Civilization II Open 5 Elective 3 - 4 Science 2 Elective 3 - 4 Foreign Language 1 Elective 3 CSC* E106 Structured Programming 3 MAT* E167 Principles of Statistics 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 Sophomore Year Science 2 Elective 3 - 4 Fine Arts 2 Elective 3 CST* E145 Digital Circuits and Logic 4 PSY* E202 Child Psychology & Development 3 CSC* E107 Structured Programming II 3 ECE* E215 The Exceptional Learner 3 or ECE* E216 Methods & Techniques in Special Education Sophomore Year HIS* E201 US History I 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 Science (restricted) 3 Elective (see footnote) Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 4 CSC* E240 Data Structures 3 Humanities 4 Elective 3 Humanities 4 Elective 3 PSY* E205 Adolescent Development 3 Social Science Elective 3 COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 Computer Science 3 Elective 3 - 4 Open 5 Elective 3 - 4 Behavioral Science Elective 3 PSY* E245 Abnormal Psychology 3 Humanities 4 Elective 3 Total Credits: 62 - 64 Open (2 courses) Electives 6 1 Foreign Language Elective: Two semesters of the same language. Total Credits: 61 - 67 2 Fine Arts Elective: Choose from: ART* E101, ART* E102, ART* 1 At least 3 mathematics courses from the following: MAT* E186, E103, MUS* E 101 or THR* E102 MAT* E254, MAT* E256, MAT* E268, MAT* E285 3 Science Elective: Chemistry or Physics. 2 Any 4-credit science course. 4 Humanities Elective: English 200 level Literature, ENG* E281 not 3 Three credits from CSC* E205, CSC* E208, CSC* E223, CST* accepted. E184, or CST* E231 5 Open Elective: Social Science, choose one from: Economics, POL* 4 One year of foreign language is recommended. E101, POL* E111, GEO* E111. Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer fundamentals requirement. 60 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Liberal Arts & Sciences: Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 Humanities/Behavioral & Social HIS* E101 Western Civilization I 3 Sciences Concentration or HIS* E102 Western Civilization II (EB45) Science Elective 3 - 4 Foreign Language 2 Elective 3 Associate in Arts Degree Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 The Liberal Arts and Sciences program parallels the first two years of most four-year colleges. The academic experiences in this area provide HIS* E201 US History I 3 the foundation for later specialization, graduate study, and professional or HIS* E202 US History II school. In addition to completing their pre-professional work, future Science Elective 3 - 4 lawyers, teachers, and business people develop their appreciation for Foreign Language 2 Elective 3 the liberal arts before transferring to another institution. Students are Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 advised to review the requirements of the transfer institution prior to course selection. The program also provides enrichment in liberal arts Sophomore Year for those wishing to acquire only an associate degree. Fine Arts Elective 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 Outcomes: Open Elective 3 - 4 • Recognize and explain the relationship between individual and Social Science Elective 3 group psychological behavior and sociological conditions. Humanities Elective 3 • Identify and explain basic theories of social and psychological English Elective 3 behavior. Open Elective 3 - 4 • Explain the scientific methodology used for behavioral scientific Open Elective 3 - 4 research. Behavioral Science Elective 3 • Demonstrate knowledge of the history of the United States and the Humanities Elective 3 western world to understand life and events in the past and how Total Credits: 60 - 67 they relate to one’s own life experiences. • Demonstrate an understanding of the key institutions of American 1 MAT* E075, MAT* E095 not acceptable. government, and the process by which people in the American 2 Foreign Language Elective: Two semesters of the same language. polity create rules and laws to regulate the dynamic relationships of Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. individual rights and societal needs. Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer • Demonstrate an understanding of the American constitution and of fundamentals requirement. the rights, obligations, and privileges associated with living in a representative democracy. • Demonstrate the ability to communicate orally and in writing. • Recognize situations that present ethical issues and understand the DEGREES personal and social responsibilities of decisions involving ethical issues. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 61 Liberal Arts & Sciences: Journalism/Communications Concentration (EB46) Associate in Arts Degree The following combination of courses within the Liberal Arts Program prepares the student for transfer to a four-year college/university with a major in Journalism/Communications. It provides a background in the basic concepts and practices of contemporary communications and journalism. Outcomes: • Perform the basics of preparing news copy and writing leads. • Prepare, conduct, and write interview stories. • Write a variety of opinion pieces. • Conduct and write in-depth reporting stories. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 Mathematics Elective 3 - 4 COM* E101 Introduction to Mass Communications 3 COM* E222 Basic News Writing 3 HIS* E101 Western Civilization I 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 COM* E223 Feature and Magazine Writing 3 COM* E116 Publications Workshop I 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 HIS* E102 Western Civilization II 3 Sophomore Year COM* E216 Publications Workshop II 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 Science Elective 3 - 4 Fine Arts Elective 3 Humanities 1 Elective 3 Literature Elective 3 Behav./Soc.Science Elective 3 Humanities 1 Elective 3 Open (2 courses) Electives 6 Total Credits: 60 - 63 1 One Year of foreign language recommended. Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer fundamentals requirement.

62 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Liberal Arts & Sciences: Mathematics/Science Concentration (EB42) Associate in Arts Degree The goal of this program is to prepare science and mathematics majors 1 Students not presenting two years of a high school foreign language to transfer to a baccalaureate degree program. Students have the oppor- must take 12 credit hours of one language. Students with two years tunity to explore their interests and meet their first- and second-year of a high school foreign language may satisfy the 12 hour require- program requirements in mathematics, science, computer science, ment by taking 6 additional hours of the same language at the inter- humanities, and social science courses. Students are advised to review mediate level and 6 hours in open electives. the requirements of the transfer institution prior to course selection. 2 Math elective must be chosen from the following courses: MAT* E186, MAT* E254, MAT* E256, MAT* E268, or MAT* E285. Outcomes: 3 Only four-credit science courses may be used to meet this require- • Understand the basic principles of the physical and/or natural sciences. ment. MAT* E137 is required prior to CHE* E121 or CHE* E122. • Perform a scientific experiment and interpret results. 4 Recommended from CSC* E106 or CSC* E205 • Demonstrate an understanding of the major concepts of differential and integral calculus. Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. • Have the ability to write and document a computer program. • Complete the general education courses in satisfaction of the asso- ciate degree requirements. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 HIS* E101 Western Civilization I 3 Foreign Language 1 Elective 3 Mathematics (4-credit) 2 Elective 4 Science (4-credit) 3 Elective 4 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3

HIS* E102 Western Civilization II 3 DEGREES Foreign Language 1 Elective 3 Mathematics (4-credit) 2 Elective 4 Science (4-credit) 3 Elective 4 Sophomore Year Mathematics (4-credit) 2 Elective 4 Science (4-credit) 3 Elective 4 Fine Arts Elective 3 Foreign Language 1 Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Mathematics (4-credit) 2 Elective 4 Foreign Language 1 Elective 3 Open Elective 3 - 4 Computer Science 4 Elective 3 - 4 Behavioral Science Elective 3 Total Credits: 67 - 69

www.hcc.commnet.edu 63 Liberal Arts & Sciences: Liberal Arts & Sciences: Pre-Engineering Science Pre-Environmental Science Concentration Concentration (EB48) (EB47) Associate in Arts Degree Associate in Arts Degree The goal of this program is to prepare environmental science majors The goal of this program is to prepare engineering science majors to transfer to a baccalaureate degree program. Students have the oppor- to transfer to a baccalaureate degree program. Students have the oppor- tunity to meet their first- and second-year program requirements in tunity to meet their first- and second-year program requirements biology, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, humanities, and by completing engineering science, mathematics, science, computer social science courses. Students are advised to review the requirements science, humanities, and social science courses. Students are advised to of the transfer institution prior to course selection. review the requirements of the transfer institution prior to course Outcomes: selection. • Understand the basic principles of the physical and/or natural sciences. Outcomes: • Perform a scientific experiment and interpret the results. • Understand the basic principles of the physical sciences. • Demonstrate an understanding of the major concepts of differential • Perform a scientific experiment and interpret the results. and integral calculus. • Demonstrate an understanding of the major concepts of differential • Have the ability to write and document a computer program. and integral calculus. • Complete the general education courses in satisfaction of the asso- • Have the ability to write and document a computer program. ciate degree requirements. • Complete the general education courses in satisfaction of the Suggested Sequence of Courses: associate degree requirements. Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Note: Students planning to enter this program should have a strong descriptions for details. background in high school algebra, geometry, trigonometry and func- tions, and in physics and chemistry. Their total high school record Freshman Year should indicate an ability to succeed in the Engineering Program. One ENG* E101 Composition 3 year of foreign language is recommended. MAT* E254 Calculus I 4 Suggested Sequence of Courses: Social Science Elective 3 Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Science (restricted)1 Elective (see footnote) 4 descriptions for details. Science (restricted)1 Elective (see footnote) 4 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Freshman Year MAT* E256 Calculus II 4 ENG* E101 Composition 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 MAT* E254 Calculus I 4 Science (restricted)1 Elective (see footnote) 4 PHY* E221 1 Calculus-Based Physics I 4 Science (restricted)1 Elective (see footnote) 4 CHE* E121 General Chemistry I 4 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Sophomore Year MAT* E256 Calculus II 4 Fine Arts Elective 3 PHY* E222 1 Calculus-Based Physics II 4 Mathematics 2 Elective 3 - 4 CSC* E106 Structured Programming 3 Humanities Elective 3 CHE* E122 General Chemistry II 4 Restricted 3 Elective 3 Computer Science 4 Elective 3 - 4 Sophomore Year Humanities Elective 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 Behav./Soc.Science Elective 3 MAT* E268 Calculus III: Multivariable 4 Mathematics 2 Elective 3 - 4 Social Science Elective 3 Open Elective 3 - 4 Humanities Elective 3 Restricted Elective 3 MAT* E285 Differential Equations 3 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 Total Credits: 66 - 70 Humanities Elective 3 1 After consultation with an advisor, science electives should be cho- Open (2 courses) Electives 6 sen from BIO* E121, BIO* E122; CHE* E121, CHE* E122, CHE* Total Credits: 61 E211, CHE* E212; PHY* E121, PHY*122, PHY*221, PHY*222. 1 This course is offered in the SUMMER SESSION ONLY at HCC. It 2 MAT* E075, MAT* E095 not acceptable. may also be taken at another Community College. 3 Restricted electives to be chosen after consultation with an advisor; recommended electives are appropriate mathematics and science courses. 4 Should be chosen from CSC* E106 or CSC* E205 Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses. Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer fundamentals requirement.

64 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Nursing: Note: Students should initially and frequently consult with the Coordinator of the Nursing Program at HCC in order to assure proper Parent Program (EB30n) sequencing and progression through the college core courses before applying to BHSN. Associate in Science Degree The goal of this program is to expand higher educational opportunities Suggested Sequence of Courses: for graduates of the Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing (BHSN) Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course by applying the courses taken in its program towards satisfaction of descriptions for details. associate degree requirements at Housatonic. The program provides for students entering BHSN in September 1984, and after the opportunity Courses to be taken at HCC to receive an associate in science degree in nursing from Housatonic. ENG* E101 Composition 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Outcomes: PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 • Graduate from Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing. PSY* E202 Child Psychology & Development 3 • Pass the NCLEX-RN examination for nursing licensure. SOC* E101 Principles of Sociology 3 • Complete the general education courses in satisfaction of the COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 associate degree requirements. Humanities 1 Elective 3 BIO* E211 2 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 Special Admissions BIO* E212 2 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 The Nursing Program is a cooperative program with Bridgeport BIO* E235 2 Microbiology 4 Hospital School of Nursing. Students expressing an interest in nursing should enroll at Housatonic in the General Studies Program. By sepa- Nursing specialty courses to be taken at the Bridgeport rate application to BHSN, one becomes eligible for the specific nursing Hospital School of Nursing course taught there. Level I 3 Nursing I ** 6 Prospective students interested in the cooperative program must have Level II 3 Nursing II ** 8 graduated from the Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing and passed Level III 3 Nursing III, IV, and V *** 19 the licensure examination for nursing before applying specifically for Total Credits: 66 the Nursing Degree Program. 1 See Coordinator for appropriate choices. Special Requirements 2 Specific math and science prerequisites apply. Please see program Note: This Associate in Science Degree program is a collaborative effort coordinator. between The Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing (BHSN) and 3 **The credit award for the hospital diploma program is based on an Housatonic Community College. It provides for students entering assessment conducted by the New York State Board of Regents’ BHSN in September 1984 and after to receive an Associate in Science National Program on Noncollegiate Sponsored Instruction. Degree in Nursing from Housatonic after they graduate from the BHSN Note: A minimum of 15 credits must be taken in 200-level courses.

Nursing Diploma Program and satisfy the requirements specified by the Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer DEGREES College. It does not require that the College requirements be satisfied fundamentals requirement. in order for the BHSN graduate to sit for the NCLEX-RN Examination for nursing licensure, but students must pass the licensing exam before applying for the associate degree and being formally admitted to the Nursing Degree Program.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 65 Occupational Therapy Assistant: Special Requirements Parent Program (EA77) Students are required to obtain a grade of “B” or higher in Science and Kinesiology and a grade of “C” or higher in all other OTA courses for Associate in Science Degree progression in the program. Students are also required to purchase their own malpractice insurance, uniforms, and to provide their own The Occupational Therapy Assistant Program is designed to prepare transportation to and from all clinical assignments. In addition to having graduates for employment in hospitals, long term care facilities, reha- a physical examination within six months prior to entering the bilitation centers, clinics, and schools. Upon program completion, practicum, students must also provide evidence of immunity to students are eligible to take state licensure exams and the national Hepatitis B, and certification in CPR and First Aid before starting Level certification examinations administered by the National Board for 2 practicum. All students placed on fieldwork assignments are required Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). to show proof of health insurance. Occupational Therapy Assistants develop, administer and modify treat- In addition to academic requirements, students must meet non ment plans based on the assessment and recommendation of Registered academic essentials and technical standards in order to complete the Occupational Therapists. The purpose of Occupational Therapy is to program. A separate Occupational Therapy Assistant Student assist people in maximizing independence after illness, trauma, disability, Handbook details additional requirements specific to the program. or injury has altered their physical, emotional, or mental abilities. Students must complete all Level 2 Practicum work within 18 months The curriculum combines the general college core courses in the following the completion of academic preparation. For more informa- humanities and sciences with clinical courses. Area school and health tion on the program and to downlaod an application packet visit the care facilities provide the environment where students study occupa- OTA program page on the HCC web site. tion, dysfunction, interpersonal skills, treatment planning, and inter- vention skills. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Outcomes: descriptions for details. • Demonstrate an understanding of the essential role of occupation in Freshman Year treatment. • Utilize treatment planning principles and techniques that demon- ENG* E101 Composition 3 strate sensitivity to the whole person including physical, cognitive, BIO* E117 Biological Basis of Health and Disease 4 social, emotional, economic, and cultural diversity factors. PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 • Develop and implement a plan of treatment using appropriate mod- OTA* E111 Foundations of Occupational Therapy 3 ifications and grading. OTA* E115 Occupational Therapy Assistant I 4 • Demonstrate effective communication techniques with patients, ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 families, caregivers, peers, and supervisors. OTA* E121 Kinesiology 4 • Understand how OT service provision is influenced by social OTA* E123 Occupational Therapy Assistant II 4 responsibility. OTA* E113 Task Analysis 1 • Recognize, assess, take action, and accommodate unique treatment OTA* E125 Group Dynamics in Occupational Therapy 3 situations as they arise. • Demonstrate professional behaviors with patients, families, care- Sophomore Year givers, peers, and supervisors. Fine Arts Elective 3 • Collaborate with patients, families, and teams to provide efficient, Mathematics Elective 3 - 4 effective, and respectful care plans and treatment. Psychology 1 Elective 3 OTA* E213 Occupational Therapy Assistant III 4 Special Admissions OTA* E217 Case Studies in Occupational Therapy 4 Students who wish to be considered for admission to the Occupational Social Science 2 Elective 3 Therapy Assistant Program must present credentials matching the OTA* E219 Occupational Therapy Assistant Seminar 2 following guidelines: OTA* E127 Occupation in Treatments 1 OTA* E221 Professional Preparation 1 All students must have completed all required developmental course work and have earned 12 college credits. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is OTA* E231 Clinical Practicum - Level IIA 5 required for entrance into this program. Regardless of courses taken, OTA* E233 Clinical Practicum - Level IIB 5 students must score a 7 on the Accuplacer essay. All students must Total Credits: 66 - 67 attend a mandatory program information session. 1 Upper level Psychology course required. PSY* E245 (Abnormal Psychology) or PSY* E202 (Child Psychology & Development) high- Admission to the program is selective and completion of minimum ly recommended. requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Criteria such as comple- tion of non-OTA courses, date of application, and date of completion 2 SOC* E220 (Racial and Ethnic Diversity) highly recommended. of exploratory assignments may be used in the decision process. Additional admissions requirements include an interview, approved volunteer experiences and a structured report of an observation of an Occupational Therapist (Please see application packet for guidelines). Application deadline is May 15th prior to the anticipated fall entry date. Late applications are considered on a space available basis only.

66 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Physical Therapist Assistant: The program is accredited by: The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, American Physical Therapy Association, Parent Program (EA79) 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314. Associate in Science Degree Note: Clinical internship experiences are scheduled at affiliated clinics throughout the state. Students are not routinely placed out-of-state. The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is designed to prepare graduates for employment in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, private HCC Liaison, Physical Therapist Assistant Program: practices, schools, and home care agencies. Physical Therapist Kathy Cercone, PT, PhD Assistants (PTAs) provide a variety of skilled physical therapy treatment (203) 332-5177 to patients following a care plan designed by the Physical Therapist [email protected]. (PT) and under the supervision and direction of a PT. Upon program Director, Physical Therapist Assistant Program: completion, students are eligible for licensure. Cindy Lacouture, PT, MA The program is offered through a collaborative agreement between Ekstrom Hall # 630 HCC and Naugatuck Valley Community College. The two-year course Naugatuck Valley Community College of study begins in January and includes 67-68 credits. The PTA core 750 Chase Parkway courses are taken at Naugatuck Valley Community College during the Waterbury, CT 06708 day. All other courses are taken at HCC. (203) 596-2168 [email protected]. The curriculum combines general college courses in the humanities and sciences with clinical skill courses and clinical internship. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Hospitals, out-patient departments, geriatric, and general facilities Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course provide the environment where students practice techniques under the descriptions for details. supervision of experienced clinicians. Prerequisite Outcomes: BIO* E211 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 • Recognize the role and scope of the field of Physical Therapy and Spring I Physical Therapist Assistants including ethical and legal boundaries; PTA* E120 Introduction to Physical Therapy • Communicate appropriately and respectfully with, and educate, (taught at NVCC) 3 patients, personnel, and others; PTA* E125 Physical Therapy for Function • Demonstrate required knowledge and skills for observation, data (taught at NVCC) 4 collection, and clinical problem-solving; BIO* E212 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 • Provide, adjust, and document treatments/interventions according ENG* E101 Composition 3 to an established plan of care under the supervision of a physical PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 therapist in a safe and competent manner; • Participate in planning, supervising, and other departmental, Summer I administrative activities as appropriate to the role of the PTA; PTA* E220 Introduction to Physical Therapy Clinic

• Demonstrate a commitment to the public welfare through self- (taught at NVCC) 1 DEGREES evaluation, lifelong learning, and advocacy for self and others. Fall I Special Admissions PTA* E230 Physical Agents in Physical Therapy Students who wish to be considered for admission to the Physical (taught at NVCC) 4 Therapist Assistant Program must present credentials matching the PTA* E235 Kinesiology for Rehabilitation following guidelines: All students must take placement tests in English, (taught at NVCC) 4 mathematics, and reading and place above the developmental level Communications 2 Elective 3 prior to enrolling in PT 125. Mathematics 1 Elective 3 - 4 All students must submit a high school transcript (or G.E.D.) including ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 one year each of biology and chemistry and two years of algebra with Spring II grades of “C” or better within the last five years (equivalent courses taken in college would be acceptable substitutes). Attendance at a PTA* E250 Therapeutic Exercise (taught at NVCC) 5 Program Information Session is required during the calendar year prior PTA* E253 Pathophysiology for Rehabilitation to admission. Application deadline is October 15th of each year. (taught at NVCC) 3 PTA* E258 PTA in the Healthcare Area Admission to the program is selective and completion of minimum (taught at NVCC) 2 requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Criteria such as completion Fine Art/Humanities Elective 3 of related non-PTA courses, date of application, and date of completion Social Science Elective 3 of minimum requirements may be used in the decision process. Fall II Special Requirements PTA* E260 Physical Therapy Seminar (taught at NVCC) 2 Students are required to obtain a grade of “C” or higher in science and PTA* E262 PTA Internship II (taught at NVCC) 5 PTA courses for progression in the program. Students are also required PTA* E265 PTA Internship III (taught at NVCC) 5 to purchase appropriate clinic attire, and to provide their own trans- Total Credits: 67 - 68 portation to and from all clinical assignments. In addition to having a physical examination, CPR certification, Hepatitis B immunization and 1 MAT*137 or higher acceptable drug screening may also be required of students prior to entering clin- 2 Course choices: COM*101, COM*173 ical training. Students should note that internship experiences consti- Note: For degree completion the student must complete the computer tute academic courses, therefore tuition and fees are applied. fundamentals requirement.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 67 Theater Arts: Parent Program (EB61) Associate in Arts Degree The objective of the Theater Arts Program at Housatonic Community College is to provide a strong foundation in the Theater Arts as a creative and practical enterprise, to prepare the students for transfer, internship or employment opportunities by ensuring a working know- ledge of the responsibilities and requirements of these positions, and to serve as a means to empower the students to develop to their full potential through self-discovery, discipline, teamwork and creative thought inherent in the Theater Arts process. Outcomes: • Attain an expanded awareness and critical understanding of theater methods, practices and responsibilities. • Demonstrate competency in theater performance, production, and administrative techniques. • Demonstrate a creative approach to interpretation and problem solving. • Identify and construct a collaborative connection between a theater company and its community. • Apply creative, cooperative and disciplined approach to career and personal challenges. • Attain an expanded awareness and critical understanding of theater methods, practices and responsibilities. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. Freshman Year ENG* E101 Composition 3 Mathematics Elective 3 - 4 Humanities Elective 3 THR* E101 Introduction to Theater 3 THR* E112 Voice and Diction (Fall only) 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Open 1 Elective 3 - 4 Science Elective 3 - 4 THR* E110 Acting I 3 THR* E120 Stagecraft 3 Sophomore Year THR* E102 Theater History (Fall only) 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3 Behavioral Science Elective 3 THR* E114 Modern Dance (Fall only) 3 Fine Arts Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3 Open 1 Elective 3 - 4 THR* E210 Acting II (Spring only) 3 THR* E225 Directing (Spring only) 3 Total Credits: 60 - 64 1 THR* E190 and THR* E290 are strongly recommended. Note: For degree completion the student must complete the comput- er fundamentals requirement. Note: For Humanities, Fine Arts, and/or Open electives, the Theater Program strongly suggests selecting from the following courses: ART* E206, BMK* E118, BMK* E201, BMG* E226, BIO* E111, COM* E173, ENG* E233, ENG* E298.

68 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Transfer Program: Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Engineering Science Pathway descriptions for details. Program ART* E101 Art History I 3 (Fairfield University) (EB16pfu) CAD* E133 CAD Mechanical AutoCad 3 CHE* E121 General Chemistry I 4 Associates in Science Degree CHE* E122 General Chemistry II 4 CSC* E106 Structured Programming 3 Academic Alliance for Degree Completion at ECN* E102 Principles of Micro-Economics 3 Fairfield University EGR* E211 1 Engineering Statics 3 EGR* E212 1 Engineering Dynamics 3 Housatonic Community College and the Fairfield University School of Engineering have established an articulation agreement that allows ENG* E101 Composition 3 Housatonic graduates to transfer their courses to Fairfield University. ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 By this arrangement, Housatonic students who have earned their A.S. HIS* E101 Western Civilization I 3 in engineering science and wish to complete a four-year bachelor of MAT* E254 2 Calculus I 4 science degree in engineering at Fairfield University can do so in MAT* E256 2 Calculus II 4 minimal time and in a cost-effective manner. Students can enroll in the MAT* E268 2 Calculus III: Multivariable 4 bachelor’s degree program in electrical engineering or mechanical MAT* E285 Differential Equations 3 engineering. The articulation agreement allows the transfer of credits MFG* E102 Manufacturing Processes 3 as shown on the inside panel. Students interested in completing PHL* E151 World Religions 3 their degrees in either software engineering or computer engineering PHY* E221 3 Calculus-Based Physics I 4 should contact Fairfield’s School of Engineering directly by calling PHY* E222 3 Calculus-Based Physics II 4 (203) 254-4147 or e-mailing Associate Dean Bill Taylor at [email protected]. Total Credits: 64 1 Courses offered at HCC via video conferencing, but may be taken at At Fairfield University, class sizes are kept small so that students have Fairfield University at a reduced rate for Housatonic Community the opportunity to work closely with their professors and classmates. College students. The engineering faculty at Fairfield have outstanding academic creden- 2 The three calculus courses given by HCC are equivalent to the four tials, as well as industrial experience. They assist in transforming their calculus courses, MA 125, MA 126, MA 227, and MA 228 given by students into professional engineers. They employ hands-on teaching Fairfield University. techniques, including in-class projects and computer simulations. Learning in the classroom is reinforced in state-of-the-art laboratories 3 This course is offered in the SUMMER SESSION ONLY at HCC. It may also be taken at another Community College. which are upgraded annually with sophisticated instrumentation. The six-credit capstone class, the Senior Design Project, provides a crucial Several additional core courses may be transferred, but the student learning experience for all engineering students. should check with Fairfield University first. DEGREES Once at Fairfield, students can take advantage of a full spectrum of academic and career services, including out-of-class assistance by faculty-level tutors, and career counseling at the University’s Career Planning Center. An important feature of the Fairfield University program is the place- ment of students in paid internships arranged by the School of Engineering. If you are interested in completing your engineering degree at Fairfield University, please contact the Alliance Coordinator, Prof. Michael Simon, Rm. C218, (203) 332-5158 on the Housatonic campus. (Course Grid Goes Here, still to be determined) Notes:: 1 Courses not offered at HCC but may be taken at Fairfield University at a reduced rate for Housatonic Community College students. 2 The three calculus courses given by HCC are equivalent to the four calculus courses, MA 125, MA 126, MA 227, and MA 228 given by Fairfield University. 3 Several additional core courses may be transferred, but the student should check with Fairfield University first. 4 This course is offered in the SUMMER SESSION ONLY at HCC. It may also be taken at another Community College.

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Business Certificate: Business Certificate: Accounting Administrative Support Assistant (for Small Business Management) (EJ05) (BOT) (EJ09) Certificate Certificate A study of bookkeeping principles and procedures as they relate to the This program allows students to specialize in areas of interest and accounting system of a small business. Emphasis is placed on the obtain entry-level office positions. The role of the receptionist who recording process, general and subsidiary ledger and financial state- must deal with the public will receive emphasis. Students who complete ments. Attention is also given to the preparation of bank reconciliations, this program will find employment opportunities in professional offices payroll and payroll tax filings. Practice set projects are used to enhance and business firms. Course credits may be applied to an associate student knowledge and proficiency in applying these principles and degree program in BOT. procedures. Credits can be applied toward an associate degree in Accounting for Small Business Management option. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course NOTE: Scheduling conflicts, course availability and/or course difficulty descriptions for details. (i.e. some students may not wish to take several courses in one semester) First Semester may preclude the completion of this program in three semesters. ENG* E101 Composition 3 Suggested Sequence of Courses: ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course BOT* E111 Keyboarding for Information Processing I 3 descriptions for details. or BOT* E112 Keyboarding for Information Processing II BOT* E137 Word Processing Applications 3 First Semester Business 1 Elective 3 ACC* E101 1 Accounting Procedures I 3 Second Semester CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 BOT* E112 Keyboarding for Information Processing II 3 Second Semester or BOT* E210 Computerized Office Applications ACC* E102 1 Accounting Procedures II 3 Business 1 Elective 3 ACC* E123 Accounting Software Applications 3 BOT* E251 Administrative Procedures 3 ACC* E117 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 BBG* E210 2 Business Communication Third Semester (Spring and Summer only) 3 ACC* E241 Federal Taxes I 3 BOT* E260 Administrative Management 3 ACC* E125 Accounting Computer Applications I 3 or BMG* E202 Principles of Management Total Credits: 22 Total Credits: 30 1 ACC* E101 and ACC* E102 are open to Accounting for Small Business electives must be approved by the BOT Academic Advisor. Business Management degree and certificate students only. 1 Business electives may be chosen from Accounting, Business, Computer Science, Economics, and Business Office Technology. BOT* E210 can be used as a business elective. 2 BBG* E210 requires permission of the instructor or permission of the Academic Advisor.

70 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Business Certificate: Business Certificate: Customer Service/Marketing Legal Assisting (EK03) (BOT) (EJ70) Certificate Certificate The objective of this Certificate program is to provide primary skills This program prepares students for employment in, or advancement to, and knowledge to individuals seeking entry level positions in the area positions where both business office technology as well as formal legal of customer service and marketing. In addition, the certificate will aid knowledge are desired. A high degree of proficiency in language arts those seeking to improve their understanding of customer service and skills and legal terminology is required for the successful completion of marketing pursuing transfer and or promotion within their organiza- this certificate. Students will find employment opportunities in profes- tions. Credits may be applied toward an associate degree in Customer sional offices and business firms that employ legal counsel. Service/Marketing. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Outcomes: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course • Demonstrate an understanding of the basic theory, principles and descriptions for details. practice of the business function of customer service and marketing. First Semester • Demonstrate the ability to read, understand and prepare types of LAW E101 Legal Writing 3 communication related to customer service and marketing. BOT* E112 1 Keyboarding for Information Processing II 3 • Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving and decision-making LAW E102 Contracts 3 skills applicable to customer service and marketing. BOT* E137 Word Processing Applications 3 • Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and LAW E103 Litigation 3 information as applied to the various applications in customer service and marketing Second Semester LAW E201 Torts 3 Suggested Sequence of Courses: BOT* E240 Machine Transcription 3 Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course BBG* E210 2 Business Communication descriptions for details. (Spring and Summer only) 3 First Semester LAW 3 Elective 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 Total Credits: 27 BMK* E123 Principles of Customer Service 3 BMK* E201 Principles of Marketing 3 1 Students may be required to complete prerequisite before taking Second Semester BOT*112. BMK* E205 Business to Business Marketing 3 2 BBG* E210 requires permission of the instructor or permission of the BMK* E207 Consumer Behavior 3 Academic Advisor. BBG* E210 1 Business Communication 3 Must be chosen with the Academic Advisor. Choices are: Real (Spring and Summer only) 3 Property, Probate Law, Business, Organization, or Family Law. Restricted 2 Elective 3 Total Credits: 21 CERTIFICATES 1 Three credits are restricted to BMK* E106, BMK* E214, BMK* E241. Choice should be made after consultation with the Program Advisor. 2 BBG* E210 requires permission of the instructor or permission of the Academic Advisor.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 71 Business Certificate: Business Certificate: PC Applications Retail Banking (BOT) (EJ01) (EK04) Certificate Certificate Designed to provide students with introductory skill knowledge in the The objective of this certificate program is to provide fundamental areas of word processing, spreadsheet applications, and data base man- knowledge and skills to individuals seeking entry-level positions in agement. This program is aimed at those currently using PCs in busi- Connecticut’s retail banking industry - primarily in branch banking and ness operations and wishing to improve their skills in the changing direct customer service/sales. However, completion of the program technology of PC software, and those wishing to gain entry-level skills would help a student obtain an administrative support role in this for employment in businesses utilizing PCs. industry. NOTE: Scheduling conflicts, course availability and/or course difficulty Upon successful completion of the Certificate program, students will be (i.e. some students may not wish to take several courses in one semester) able to: may preclude the completion of this program in three semesters. Outcomes: • Explain the fundamental principles of economics, money and Suggested Sequence of Courses: banking Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of retail financial institu- descriptions for details. tions in our society and personal lives. First Semester • Clearly understand the basic retail banking products. ENG* E043 Writing: Paragraph to Essay 3 • Engage others in discussions of personal financial management - or ENG* E101 Composition borrowing, saving, bill paying, etc.. • Evaluate competitive banking products BOT* E111 Keyboarding for Information Processing I 3 • Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills BOT* E216 Spreadsheet Applications 3 applicable to customer service in a retail banking environment. Second Semester BOT* E112 Keyboarding for Information Processing II 3 Suggested Sequence of Courses: BOT* E137 Word Processing Applications 3 Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Third Semester descriptions for details. BOT* E218 Database Management 3 First Semester CSA* E220 Web Graphics 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 Total Credits: 21 BMK* E123 Principles of Customer Service 3 BFN* E125 Principles of Banking 3 BFN* E211 Money & Banking (Fall only) 3 Second Semester ECN* E101 Principles of Macro-Economics 3 BBG* E210 1 Business Communication (Spring and Summer only) 3 BMK* E106 Principles of Selling 3 Total Credits: 21

1 BBG* E210 requires permission of the instructor or permission of the Business Academic Advisor. It is imperative that you see your Business Program Academic Advisor.

72 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Business Certificate: Business Certificate: Small Business Management/ Word/Information Processor Entrepreneurship (BOT) (EJ60) (EK05) Certificate Certificate The accurate entry and retrieval of data is essential in today’s business environment. Many kinds of business organizations are seeking personnel This program is designed to provide students with basic knowledge with this training. A high degree of proficiency in language arts and and skills to operate a small business. The following topics will be word processing skills is required. Course credit may be applied toward covered: market analysis, advertising strategy, and retail site selection, an associate degree program in BOT. operations management, and financial considerations. Students will become familiar with an automated accounting package. Small busi- Suggested Sequence of Courses: ness and entrepreneurial skills will encompass problem solving while Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course utilizing analytical skills in decision making. The students will write a descriptions for details. business plan for a start-up organization. Credits can be applied toward an associate degree in Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship. First Semester ENG* E101 Composition 3 The Small Business Management/ Entrepreneurship certificate will BOT* E111 1 Keyboarding for Information Processing I 3 provide the students with the following managerial skills needed for BOT* E137 Word Processing Applications 3 the positions within small business: BOT* E216 Spreadsheet Applications 3 Outcomes: Business 2 Elective 3 • A proficiency to analyze marketing strategy emphasizing competi- Second Semester tive advantage and the ability to provide recommendations. BOT* E112 Keyboarding for Information Processing II 3 • A proficiency in the selection of advertising methods, pricing BOT* E251 Administrative Procedures 3 strategy and site selection strategy. or BOT* E260 Administrative Management • A proficiency in management operations regarding forms of BOT* E218 Database Management 3 organization, human resource management, and e-commerce. BOT* E217 Desktop Publishing 3 • The ability to prepare financial statements. or CSA* E220 Web Graphics • The ability to produce automated financial statements. BBG* E210 3 Business Communication • The ability to write a business plan for a start-up organization. (Spring and Summer only) 3 Total Credits: 30 Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. 1 Students meeting requirements of BOT* E111 via departmental evaluation may select a Business elective ONLY with the approval of First Semester BOT program advisor. ENG* E101 Composition 3 2 Business electives must be selected from Accounting, Business, BES* E118 Small Business Management 3 Computer Science, Economics or Business Office Technology and ACC* E113 Principles of Financial Accounting 3 must be approved by the BOT advisor. ACC* E125 Accounting Computer Applications I 3 3 BBG* E210 requires permission of the instructor or permission of the

Second Semester CERTIFICATES Academic Advisor. BBG* E210 1 Business Communication (Spring and Summer only) 3 BES* E218 Entrepreneurship 3 Restricted 2 Elective 3 Total Credits: 21

1 BBG* E210 requires permission of the instructor or permission of the Academic Advisor. 2 Selection of restricted elective (BMK*E103 Principles of Retailing, BMG*E220 Human Resource Management, or BBG*E215 Global Business) should be made after consultation with the Program Advisor.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 73 Computer Information Certificate: Computer Information Certificate: Network Administrator Web Design Technology (EJ04) (EK07) (formerly EJ10) Certificate Certificate The objective of this Certificate program is to provide a primary level This program is designed to provide the technical computer skills of essential skills and knowledge to individuals seeking a background required to design business web sites. The program has as its learning in the area of network administration. The Network Administration outcomes the demonstrated proficiency in these skills, which are the Program provides students with the basic knowledge and skills following: required to install, configure, manage and support computer networks. Various network operating systems will be discussed as well as network Outcomes: hardware and use of the command line. • The ability to create web sites by programming in HTML, the indus- try standard language for Internet presentation. Students will At the completion of the program the student will be able to: demonstrate this skill by using HTML programming to create functional web sites that employ the all of fundamental aspects of • Manage workstation operating systems. HTML, including HTML syntax, links, tables, images, frames, • Manage server operating systems. forms, and cascading style sheets. • Implement and manage the software services required to support • The ability to create web sites that incorporate the graphical computer networks. elements required of business web sites. Students will demonstrate • Demonstrate the administrative skills to manage a corporate net- this skill by creating web sites that employ all of the major work environment. industry standard graphical file formats and graphical compression Suggested Sequence of Courses: techniques. Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course • The ability to produce dynamic web sites that interact with the user. descriptions for details. Students will demonstrate this skill by creating web sites that employ the fundamental client side interactive Internet technolo- ENG* E101 Composition 3 gies, such as Javascript, Dynamic HTML, and Macromedia Flash. CST* E184 Network Administration I 3 • The ability to produce web sites that serve as user interfaces to CST* E185 Network Administration II 3 computer programs and databases. Students will demonstrate this CST* E231 Data Communications & Networks 3 ability by designing web sites that pass data to and from databases CST* E186 Network Administration III 3 that reside on a web server. CST* E187 Network Administration IV 3 Total Credits: 18 Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. ENG* E101 Composition 3 CST* E150 Web Design and Development I 3 Computer Information Certificate: CSA* E220 Web Graphics 3 Personal Computer Repair CST* E250 Web Design and Development II 3 Technology CST* E258 Fundamentals of Internet Programming 4 Total Credits: 16 (EJ02) Certificate Designed to prepare personal computer technicians by providing basic instruction in computer applications, microcomputer systems, basic electronics, digital/integrated circuits, trouble-shooting and the use of diagnostic techniques. Qualified individuals will find a variety of opportunities open to them as technicians, including career upgrading and retraining opportunities for those currently in, or seeking employ- ment in, the personal computer field. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. ENG* E101 Composition 3 CSA* E106 Introduction to Computer Applications 4 CST* E144 Introduction to Electronics 4 CST* E184 Network Administration I 3 or CST* E231 Data Communications & Networks CST* E145 Digital Circuits and Logic 4 CST* E141 Computer Hardware 4 Total Credits: 22

74 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Criminal Justice Certificate: Criminal Justice Certificate: Corrections Police Management and (EJ62) Administration (EJ06) Certificate This program prepares students with the educational background Certificate needed for entry into the field of corrections or for advancement pos- The objective of this Certificate program is to provide specialty, in- sibilities to those currently employed in the field. Credits may be depth training to students interested in pursuing a career in police applied to an associate degree program in Criminal Justice. management and/or administration. This program may also be used as Suggested Sequence of Courses: a training opportunity for professional advancement for individuals Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course already employed in law enforcement-related professions descriptions for details. Suggested Sequence of Courses: First Semester Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course ENG* E101 Composition 3 descriptions for details. PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 SOC* E101 Principles of Sociology 3 PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 CJS* E101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 SOC* E101 Principles of Sociology 3 Second Semester CJS* E101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 CJS* E102 Introduction to Corrections 3 CJS* E105 Introduction to Law Enforcement 3 COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 CJS* E259 Writing & Research for Law Enforcement 3 Criminal Justice COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 (3 courses) 1 Electives 9 CJS* E250 Police Organization and Administration 3 Total Credits: 27 CJS* E251 Police Management Seminar 3 Total Credits: 27 1 Electives must be chosen from CJS* E214, CJS* E240, CJS* E243, CJS* E244 or HSE* E206.

Criminal Justice Certificate: Criminal Justice Certificate: Security Operations Criminal Investigation (EJ63) (EJ61) Certificate Certificate This program prepares students for entry level positions, or advance-

ment for those currently employed, in the field of private security. CERTIFICATES This program prepares students for advancement to investigative positions in their current employment or to enter employment as an Suggested Sequence of Courses: investigator. Credits may be applied to an associate degree program in Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Criminal Justice. descriptions for details. Suggested Sequence of Courses: First Semester Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course ENG* E101 Composition 3 descriptions for details. PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 First Semester SOC* E101 Principles of Sociology 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 CJS* E101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 Second Semester SOC* E101 Principles of Sociology 3 COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 CJS* E101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 CJS* E220 Criminal Investigation 3 Second Semester CJS* E103 Introduction to Security 3 CJS* E220 Criminal Investigation 3 CJS* E122 Loss Prevention 3 COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 CJS* E296 Contemporary Issues in Private Security 3 Criminal Justice Total Credits: 27 (3 courses) 1 Electives 9 Total Credits: 27

1 Electives must be chosen from CJS* E139, CJS* E221, CJS* E222, CJS* E225, CJS* E237, CJS* E295, or PSY* E217.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 75 Early Childhood Education Certificate: Early Childhood Education Credential: Early Childhood Education Child Development Associate (EJ89) Credential (CDA) (EJ73) Certificate Designed for the student who is interested in, or presently employed in the field of early childhood education. Instruction is designed to This option is for Head Start, Day Care, Nursery, or Family Day Care provide for teaching methods in early care and education centers. providers who wish to obtain a CDA through the National Credits may be applied to an associate degree program in Early Credentialing Program. To prepare for a CDA, an individual must Childhood Education. successfully complete: NOTE: Fingerprinting and a background criminal check are required NOTE: Fingerprinting and a background criminal check are required for any job working with children. for any job working with children. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. descriptions for details. First Semester Regular CDA Credential ENG* E101 Composition 3 ECE* E101 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 Early Childhood ECE* E101 Intro. to Early Childhood Education 3 Education Elective 3 ECE* E106 Music & Movement for Children 3 ECE* E180 CDA Credential Preparation 3 Second Semester Total Credits: 9 ECE* E210 Observation, Participation and Seminar 3 Cooperative Preparation Certificate PSY* E202 Child Psychology & Development 3 ECE* E101 Introduction to ECE* E231 Early Language and Literacy Development 3 Early Childhood Education 3 Third Semester ECE* E210 Observation, Participation and Seminar 3 ECE* E190 ECE Behavior Management 3 Early Childhood ECE* E222 Methods & Techniques in ECE 3 Education Elective 3 ECE* E207 Natural Science and Safety for Children 3 ECE* E180 CDA Credential Preparation 3 Total Credits: 30 Total Credits: 12

Early Childhood Education Certificate: Infant/Toddler (EJ07) Certificate This program is designed to serve people who are interested in, or working as child care providers, and who wish to be certified in this area. Some credits may be applied to an associate degree program in Early Childhood Education. NOTE: Fingerprinting and a background criminal check are required for any job working with children. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. First Semester ENG* E101 Composition 3 ECE* E141 Infant/Toddler Growth & Development 3 ECE* E103 Creative Experiences 3 PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 ECE* E207 Natural Science and Safety for Children 3 Second Semester ECE* E210 Observation, Participation and Seminar 3 ECE* E231 Early Language and Literacy Development 3 ECE* E241 Methods and Techniques for Infants and Toddlers 3 PSY* E202 Child Psychology & Development 3 ECE* E190 ECE Behavior Management 3 Total Credits: 30 76 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog ESL Certificate: Graphics Certificate: Advanced English Proficiency Graphic Design (EJ03) (EJ91) Certificate Certificate The Advanced ESL Program is designed for students whose native This program is designed to provide the enrolled student with the basic language is not English. Each of the courses in the program will skills of graphic design which include the development of visual arts prepare students in the English language skills necessary for success in abilities and graphic media presentations. It also provides students with academic studies or in careers. After successfully completing the basic skills to obtain entry-level jobs in the graphic design field or the courses in the program with a grade of “C” or higher, students will necessary training to continue in an advanced program of study. receive a Competency Certificate in English as a Second Language. Credits may be applied towards a degree program in Graphic Design. NOTE: All but two courses in this sequence are applicable to associate Suggested Sequence of Courses: degree programs. ESL* E150, ESL* E160, and ESL* E167 may be used Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course as foreign language/humanities or open electives. ENG* E101 and ENG* descriptions for details. E102 are required in all transfer programs. COM* E173 is required in First Semester various programs or may be used as an open elective in others. ENG* E101 Composition 3 Suggested Sequence of Courses: GRA* E111 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course ART* E121 Two-Dimensional Design 3 descriptions for details. ART* E111 Drawing I 3 ESL* E150 Combined Skills V 6 Second Semester ESL* E160 Combined Skills VI 6 ART* E109 Color Theory 3 ESL* E167 Oral Communications VI 3 ART* E112 Drawing II 3 ENG* E043 Writing: Paragraph to Essay 3 GRA* E230 Digital Imaging I 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 GRA* E151 Graphic Design 3 ENG* E102 Literature & Composition 3 Third Semester COM* E173 Public Speaking 3 GRA* E221 Illustration I 3 Total Credits: 27 ART* E243 Studio Photography I 3 ART* E103 Art History III 3 NOTE: A departmental replacement for one of the first four courses GRA* E241 Digital Page Design 3 listed above may be approved for certain advanced students whose Total Credits: 36 initial placement test scores or course performance indicates a high degree of language competence. Possible English-medium courses include: ENG* E222 or above, SOC* E101, POL* E111, HIS* E201, or HIS* E202. CERTIFICATES

www.hcc.commnet.edu 77 Graphics Certificate: Health Careers Certificate: Web Design-Graphics Foundation Health Careers Pathways (EK06) (EK55) Certificate Certificate The objective of the proposed Certificate Program is to provide the This program is designed to assist the students to achieve success in essential skills necessary to individuals seeking a career in Web Design. health care programs. Students will be provided with the foundation necessary for health care professions. Credits from this program may be The Web Design- Graphics Foundation Certificate provides students applied toward health care program requirements within Connecticut’s with the basic knowledge and skills required to create and maintain Community College System. However, completion of this program dynamic web pages. It combines the technical and creative aspects of does not guarantee an automatic acceptance into any health care program. web design into one comprehensive program. This includes developing Students are responsible for verifying specific requirements for their clean sophisticated layouts, strong use of typography, proficiency with program of interest. Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, and Flash, and a working knowledge of X/HTML and CSS. Students are introduced to server-side Outcomes: programming techniques, developing web sites that interact with • Upon successful completion of all program requirements, the servers, managing user session, and storing and retrieving data from student should be able to: databases. • Demonstrate competence in written and oral communication. • Demonstrate critical thinking, logical reasoning and problem Program content is continuously updated to reflect the current state solving skills. of the art in internet computing and web programming. Students • Effectively utilize and interpret medical terminology. completing the Web Design - Graphic Foundation Certificate may • Identify a variety of career opportunities and roles available in apply all but two courses to the Graphic Design: Associate Degree health care professions. Parent Program and all but one course to the Associate Degree in • Meet most requirements for entrance into health care programs. Graphic Design: Computer Graphics Option. • Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of psychological Suggested Sequence of Courses: principles and how they relate to the health care field. Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course • Use and apply scientific methods. descriptions for details. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Required Courses Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course ENG* E101 Composition 3 descriptions for details. ART* E121 Two-Dimensional Design 3 Required Courses ART* E109 Color Theory 3 HLT* E103 Investigations in Allied Health 3 GRA* E151 Graphic Design 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 GRA* E111 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 MAT* E137 Intermediate Algebra 3 GRA* E230 Digital Imaging I 3 BIO* E105 Introduction to Biology 4 CST* E150 Web Design and Development I 3 or BIO* E121 General Biology I CST* E258 Fundamentals of Internet Programming 4 CHE* E111 Concepts of Chemistry 4 GRA* E261 Web Design 3 PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 GRA* E271 Computer Animation 3 BIO* E211 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 Total Credits: 31 BIO* E212 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 Total Credits: 28

78 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Human Services Certificate: Human Services Certificate: Behavioral Healthcare Specialist Children & Youth Mental Health Track I (EJ71) (EJ67) Certificate Certificate This program prepares individuals to work with children, youth and This program will prepare individuals for employment in entry-level parent populations in a variety of mental health agencies and professional positions in public and private agencies serving mentally community-based programs. It is also designed to enhance the skills of ill and substance abusing patients. Instruction is also provided to allow professionals currently working with children and families in govern- for the continuation of studies at two- and four-year programs in the mental agencies such as the Department of Children and Families areas of substance abuse and mental health. (DCF), Department of Social Services, Department of Health and oth- ers. Instruction is also provided to allow for continuation of studies at Suggested Sequence of Courses: two- and four-year programs in the areas of human services, mental Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course health, social work, and counseling psychology. descriptions for details. Suggested Sequence of Courses: First Semester Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course ENG* E101 Composition 3 descriptions for details. PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 First Semester HSE* E202 Introduction to Counseling/Interviewing 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 HSE* E210 Group and Interpersonal Relations 3 PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 HSE* E141 Addiction and Mental Illness HSE* E134 Introduction to Mental Health Systems 3 in Behavioral Health Care 3 HSE* E121 Strategies for Developing Capable Second Semester Children and Youth 3 PSY* E140 Psychology of Addiction 3 Second Semester PSY* E245 Abnormal Psychology 3 PSY* E202 Child Psychology & Development 3 HSE* E147 Change Theory and Strategies PSY* E205 Adolescent Development 3 in Behavioral Health Care 3 HSE* E202 Introduction to Counseling/Interviewing 3 HSE* E286 Practicum in Behavioral Health Care 3 HSE* E222 Emotional Disorders in Total Credits: 27 Children and Youth 3 HSE* E285 Practicum in Children and Youth Mental Health 3 Total Credits: 27

Human Services Certificate: Behavioral Healthcare Specialist Track II

(EJ68) CERTIFICATES Certificate This program will prepare individuals with prior higher education and professional experience for career advancement and certification in public and private agencies serving mentally ill and substance abusing patients. Instruction is also provided to allow for the continuation of studies at two- and four-year programs in areas of substance abuse and mental health. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. First Semester PSY* E140 Psychology of Addiction 3 HSE* E141 Addiction and Mental Illness in Behavioral Health Care 3 Second Semester HSE* E147 Change Theory and Strategies in Behavioral Health Care 3 HSE* E286 Practicum in Behavioral Health Care 3 Total Credits: 12

www.hcc.commnet.edu 79 Human Services Certificate: Human Services Certificate: Disabilities Specialist Mental Health (MERGE) (EJ72) (EJ93) Certificate Certificate This program prepares individuals for work with citizens with disabil- This program (MERGE) prepares individuals for employment in entry- ities in a variety of community treatment and supportive environments. level positions in public and private mental health agencies. Instruction It is designed to bridge the gap between a constantly increasing need of is designed to allow for continuation of studies at two- and four-year programming and community services for people with disabilities, and programs in the areas of mental health, human services, and social a well-trained cadre of professionals to meet that need. Further, it is work. designed to assist community agencies with their requirements for continuing, professional education of their current workforce in this Suggested Sequence of Courses: field. Instruction also allows for continuation of studies at two- and Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course four-year programs in the areas of disabilities, human services, mental descriptions for details. health, social work, counseling, and psychology. First Semester Suggested Sequence of Courses: ENG* E101 Composition 3 Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 descriptions for details. HSE* E134 Introduction to Mental Health Systems 3 HSE* E202 Introduction to Counseling/Interviewing 3 First Semester HSE* E210 Group and Interpersonal Relations 3 ENG* E101 Composition 3 Second Semester PSY* E111 General Psychology I 3 PSY* E245 Abnormal Psychology 3 HSE* E202 Introduction to Counseling/Interviewing 3 HSE* E243 1 Human Services Skills and Methods 3 HSE* E161 Disabilities Across the Lifespan 3 or HSE* E132 Peer Training for Behavioral/Mental Health Second Semester or HSE* E141 Addiction & Mental Illness in Behavioral HSE* E210 Group and Interpersonal Relations 3 Health Care HSE* E261 Community Support Skills for or HSE* E114 Advocacy in Human Services Persons with Disabilities 3 HSE* E139 Topics in Mental Health 3 HSE* E262 Positive Behavioral Supports for HSE* E287 Practicum in Mental Health 3 Persons with Disabilities 3 Total Credits: 27 HSE* E266 Professional and Ethical Issues in Disability Services 3 1 Alternate course also accepted: HSE* E161. HSE* E280 Practicum in Disability Services 3 Total Credits: 27

80 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Human Services Certificate: Victim Services (EJ69) Certificate This program prepares students for positions as victim advocates in both the public and private sectors. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. CJS* E101 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 HSE* E202 Introduction to Counseling/Interviewing 3 HSE* E243 Human Services Skills and Methods 3 CJS* E280 Victimology 3 HSE* E114 Advocacy in Human Services 3 CJS* E290 Practicum in Criminal Justice 3 Total Credits: 18

Math/Science Certificate: Electrical (EN12) Certificate This program offers those who have completed the electrical training general education courses that will provide them with the knowledge and skills valuable at the work site and for promotional opportunities. The Directed Electrical courses are available through the Independent Electrical Contractors of Connecticut. Suggested Sequence of Courses: Prerequisite or parallel may be required. Please check individual course descriptions for details. CERTIFICATES First Semester MAT* E137 Intermediate Algebra 3 PHY* E121 General Physics I 4 Computer Science Elective 3 - 4 Directed Electrical 3 Directed Electrical 3 Second Semester ENG* E101 Composition 3 CHE* E111 Concepts of Chemistry 4 Directed Electrical 3 Directed Electrical 3 Total Credits: 29 - 30

www.hcc.commnet.edu 81 HOUSATONIC’S PEOPLE Board of Governors for Regional Advisory Housatonic Community Higher Education Council for HCC College Foundation, Inc. Frank W. Ridley, Chair Meriden Civic leaders in education, religion, the profes- The Housatonic Community College William A. Aniskovich Branford sions, business and industry serve as advisors Foundation was established in 1990 by a group to the Board of Trustees. The Advisors with of Greater Bridgeport residents, business and Dorothea E. Brennan Fairfield their range of experience and interests contribute arts leaders. The Foundation provides financial Brian J. Flaherty, Vice Chair Watertown in an important way to reciprocal understanding assistance to the College and its students James H. Gatling Southington between the College and the community. beyond the fundamentals provided by the State of Connecticut. It assists the College in Harry H. Penner, Jr. Guilford Honorable Eddie Rodriguez, Jr., ‘70, Chair, Superior Court Judge becoming a unique educational resource for its Jean E. Reynolds Danbury Bridgeport students and the community. The Foundation Robert S. Robins Stamford also serves as a vehicle generating funding for James Benson, Merit Insurance, Inc. Housatonic student scholarships, student Albert B. Vertefeuille Lebanon Bridgeport emergency assistance, child care assistance for Margaret J. Villani Monroe Desiree Brooks parents enrolled at Housatonic, program Ansonia, CT enhancements and support of the Housatonic Gregg Dancho, Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Museum of Art. Board of Trustees of Bridgeport HCC Foundation Officers Community-Technical Georgia Day, Rainy Faye, LLC Barbara P. Johnson, President Colleges Bridgeport Fayerweather Light Enterprises, LLC Louise S. Berry, Chair Danielson Anita T. Gliniecki, President Peter Clarke, Vice President Tim Ackert Coventry Housatonic Community College Advanced Cleaning Concepts Murali Atluru, Ph.D. North Haven Scott A. Hughes, City Librarian Diane L. Nunn, Vice President Bridgeport CT Natural Gas Company Hilary C. Barhydt Litchfield Craig Kelly, Greater Bridgeport Branch NAACP Linda Bayusik ‘96, Secretary David H. Blackwell, Esq., Manchester Bridgeport Housatonic Community College Secretary Kris Lorch, Alloy Engineering Company, Inc. A. Donald Janezic, Jr., CPA, Treasurer Rev. David L. Cannon Preston Bridgeport Bigelow Tea Company Hugh Cox Middletown Bishop Kenneth H. Moales HCC Foundation Directors Carolyn Fabbri West Hartford Prayer Tabernacle Church of Love Paul Antinozzi Jules Lang, Esq. Norwalk Bridgeport Antinozzi Associates William McGurk Somers Iris Molina, City of Bridgeport, Social Services Bridgeport Carol Birks Ababkre Mounir New Haven Kevin Nunn, Bridgeport Economic Resource Warren G. Harding High School J. Ashley Odell Manchester Center Deborah S. Breck, Esq. Win Oppel Shelton Bridgeport Pullman & Comley Marie M. Spivey, RN, MPA Newington William E. Purcell, Greater Valley Chamber Sean M. Carroll Vice Chair Shelton Merit Insurance Carol P. Wallace Middlefield Katherine A. Saint, The Schwerdtle Stamp Thomas D’Addario Company D’Addario Buick Pontiac GMC/D’Addario Kenneth E. Wilson, Jr. Guilford Bridgeport Nissan/Cadillac Virginia D. Zawoy Clinton Roger Salls, Roger Salls Photography Maureen Dowdle, CFRE Stratford HCC Foundation Liaison Dr. Robert H. Thornton, Housatonic Richard F. Fagan Community College Retired, General Electric Bridgeport Virginia Giuffré, CFM, CRPC, WMA AmyMarie Vizzo-Paniccia, Guy’s Automotive Merrill Lynch Specialties, Inc. Steven Gold, Esq. Bridgeport Shipman & Goodwin LLP Mary Hoyt, CPA Blum, Shapiro & Co., PC Janet L. Janczewski Southern CT Gas Company Marianne Laska, RN Pediatric Nurse Consultant Eugene P. O’Neill City of Bridgeport

122 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Cynthia Payne Frederick C. Stakel, Jr. Leslie Miklus New York Life Insurance President Owner/Director, A Child’s World Thomas Sheehan, Esq. Bakers Choice Products Dr. Laurie R. Noe Dreier LLP Coordinator, Early Childhood Education Maria A. Stolfi Business Office Technology Housatonic Community College People’s United Bank Ada Carbone ‘04 Eileen O’Donnell Peter P. Traussi Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Assistant Professor, Early Childhood Retired, People’s Bank Administration Education Housatonic Community College Housatonic Community College Catherine Cron (ex-officio) HCC (Faculty Representative) Deloris Curtis ’79 Eileen Sheridan Director of Admissions Head Librarian, Bridgeport Public Library Anita T. Gliniecki (ex-officio) Housatonic Community College President, HCC Heidi Szobota MaryLou DeRosa Director, Early Childhood Laboratory Arian Pagán (ex-officio) Interim Dean – University College School Student Representative Sacred Heart University Housatonic Community College Frank E. Metrusky Sonia Velasquez ‘02 Financial Consultant Assistant Director, Early Childhood Program Advisory Metrusky Financial Services Education Committees MaryJane Paris Jewish Center for Community Services Accounting Consultant Mary Beth Stickley Scott Colvin, CPA, CMA, CVA Positive Impact, LLC Director of Early Childhood Professor of Accounting George Romano Bridgeport Public Schools Naugatuck Valley Community College Director of Distributive Education Michele Cohen John Evanich Trumbull High School Instructor, Early Childhood Education Certified Public Accountant Housatonic Community College Haggett Longobardi, Division of J. H. Cohn Computer Information Systems Joseph Guerra Robert Bajoros Engineering Manager of Accounting DF Works Training & Support Engineer John J. Bellizi OCE Imagistics Inc. Pitney Bowes Sikorsky Aircraft Mary Miller Peter F. Gomis Joseph Benedetti Certified Public Accountant Senior Programmer Analyst Senior Designer, Airframe/Loft Skandia Technology Center Dr. Patricia Poli Sikorsky Aircraft Assistant Professor of Accounting Ray Lansing Instructor of Engineering Graphics Fairfield University G.E. Credit Bridgeport Engineering Institute Arthur W. Derbyshire Noelle Taddei Criminal Justice Certified Public Accountant Retired: Quality Engineering Consultant Tom Bobkowski Edward M. Parker Robert E. Wnek Monroe Police Department Assistant Dean Product Designer, Auto-Cad Echlin Chair of Accounting Department Richard Arsenault Francis N. Rooney, Sr. University of New Haven Shelton Police Department Air Compliance Engineer Police Academy Instructor Department of Environmental Protection Business Diane Barber State of Connecticut Mitch Adamek CT State Probation Robert Sliwinski Senior Vice President & Chief Procurement Howard Stein Officer State’s Attorney’s Office Graphic Design Pepsico Joanne Anzenberger Kevin Carbone ‘71 Armando Goncalves Stamford Police Department Art Director/Partner, Comp Design Senior Vice President HCC Instructor Carmine Picarello People’s United Bank Robert Wannagot Owner, Magic Light Productions Garrett Gizowski CT State Probation (Ret.) Blaine Kruger President & Chief Executive Officer Housatonic Community College General Electric Employees Early Childhood Education Peter Rembetsy Paul H. Hiller Thomas Coakley, Independent Consultant Owner, Rembetsy & Associates Chief Fiscal Officer Infant/Toddler; Special Needs; Family Town of Fairfield Involvement Marcia Rifkin Computer Graphics Artist Wayne Powers Agnes Dubow, Chair PEOPLE President Coordinator, Family Resource Center Jack Tom Principal, Jack Tom Design Studio Time Inc., Media Group Whanetta Edmonds Senior Coordinator Child Care, ABCD

www.hcc.commnet.edu 123 HOUSATONIC’S PEOPLE Human Services Ronald Remy Frank Herbert Shelley Berman, LCSW Principal, Bassick High School Theatre Department Chair Community Relations Coordinator Judy Resnick Western Connecticut State University The Jewish Home for the Elderly Director, Workforce Dev. and Train., CT Miles Marek Lori Evans ‘07 Business & Industry Association (CBIA) Producing Director Graduate, Human Services Program Elizabeth Roop Fairfield Theatre Company Margaret Khan Dean of Academic Affairs, HCC Jan Mason Director, Staff Development James Shattuck Adjunct Instructor Greater Bridgeport Community Mental President, Venture 2 Reality, LLC HCC Theater Arts Health Center William Taylor D. Scott Meikle Shirley Leto ‘00 Associate Dean, School of Engineering Education Chair, IATSE Local 133 Rehabilitation Specialist, BRIDGES Fairfield University Stagehands Union Adjunct Instructor, HCC Theater Arts William J. Metzger, ‘87 Paul Timpanelli Consultant, THERAPLAY President, Bridgeport Regional Business Richard Fewell Council (BRBC) Playwright Deborah Oliver ‘93 New Play Development Coordinator, Coordinator, Children in Placement Frank Warecke Prometheus’ Fire Annie Smith ‘88 Industrial Technology Outreach Coordinator, HCC Matt Shicker Program Director, Hall-Brooke Hospital Producing Artistic Director Shahidah Thomas ‘08 Karen Wosczyna-Birch Playhouse on the Green Past President, Human Services Club Executive Director, College of Technology Regional Center for Next Generation Mfg. Michael Wallace, Director (Retired) Connecticut Community Colleges Forensic Unit Administrative Officers* Southwestern Connecticut Mental Health Shirley Zajdel Chairman, Math/Science Department, HCC Anita T. Gliniecki System President Frank Wargo ‘08 Occupational Therapy Assistant B.S.N., University of Michigan Clinician, Kennedy Center, Trumbull, CT M.S.N., Wayne State University Jodi Bortone, OTR/L Camilla Costantini Industrial Technology Director, OT Program Sacred Heart University Executive Assistant to the President Joseph Carbone A.S., Sacred Heart University President, WorkPlace, Inc. Steven Mark Professor of English Elizabeth Roop Paula Chapla Housatonic Community College Academic Dean Operations Manager, Sikorsky A.S. Middlesex Community College Stephanie Hart B.S. University of Massachusetts Robert D’Andrea Associate Professor of English M.S., Lesley University Vice President Glbl Human Res., CASCO Housatonic Community College Paul S. McNamara, Ph.D. Anita Gliniecki Brian Gallo COTA/L Dean of Administration President, HCC Bishop Wicke Health Care Center B.S., University of Bridgeport William Griffin Miriam Andrade COTA/L M.S., Southern Illinois University Academic Coordinator, HCC 3030 Park Ph.D., Southern Illinois University Frank Johnson Moira Ethier OTR/L Avis D. Hendrickson, Ed.D. Executive Director, Manufacturing Alliance Bishop Wicke Health Care Center Dean of Students of Connecticut (MAC) Karen C. MacDonald OTR/L B.A., John J. College Joseph LaVorgna Private Practice M.S.Ed., Hunter College Director, Bullard Havens Voc. Tech School Ed.D., Grambling State University Nestor Leon Theater Arts Robert H. Thornton, Ph.D. Manager of Workforce Dev., WorkPlace, Inc. Ray Aranha Dean of Outreach Services B.L.S., Boston University Kris Lorch Founder/Artistic Director M.A., New York University President, Alloy Engineering, Inc. Prometheus’ Fire Ph.D., The Union Institute Peter Marcisz Jim Clark Manufacturing Instructor/Consultant Education Coordinator Long Wharf Theatre Michael McCarthy Managing Director, METAL, WorkPlace, Inc. Hugh Hallinan Producer, Downtown Cabaret Theatre Jeff McCathron President, BRI Avis Hatcher Adjunct Instructor Kevin Nunn HCC Theater Arts President, Bridgeport Economic Resource Center (BERC)

124 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Emeriti* Karen K. Isaacs Thomas Williams Director Emerita of Marketing and Public Professor Emeritus of Mathematics Edward F. Ahern Information Professor Emeritus of Social Science John Williamson Robert M. Isaacs Professor Emeritus of Mathematics Alfred S. Alperin Professor Emeritus of English Director Emeritus of Registration and Records David Kintzler Professor Emeritus of Art Administrators, Peter G. Anderheggen Director Emeritus of Services for the Lillie Margaret Lazaruk Counselors and Disabled Director Emerita, HCC Women’s Center Librarians* Nancy Blomstrom James M. Link Brenda A. Alexander Director Emerita of Library Services Assistant Dean Emeritus of Instruction and Director of Human Resources Personnel Relations Elaine Bodnar B.S., New Hampshire College Director Emerita of Financial Aid Maureen Maloney M.P.A., University of New Haven Professor Emerita of Psychology Robert J. Cannon Douglas Alton, Media Services Technician Dean Emeritus of Administration Paul Marchelli A.S., Housatonic Community College Director Emeritus of Financial Aid John Conway Linda Bayusik, Outreach Associate Professor Emeritus of Criminal Justice Alan R. Martin A.A., Housatonic Community-Technical Dean Emeritus of Student Affairs College Richard B. Cooper B.G.S., University of Connecticut Academic Dean Emeritus Judith Meinders Professor Emerita of Business Office Edwin Chapman, Counselor Barry N. Curran Technology B.S., North Carolina A & T State University Director Emeritus of the Center for M.S.W., S.U.N.Y. at Buffalo Educational Services Richard M. Monte Professor Emeritus of English Tracey Chavis, Academic Advisor Vincent S. Darnowski, Ph.D. B.A., University of Connecticut President Emeritus Norman Moore Professor Emeritus of Sociology M.A., University of Connecticut Elizabeth Lombardi Doane Omaa Chukwurah-Orezabo, Librarian Professor Emerita of Mathematics Marie Nulty Coordinator and Asst. Professor Ermerita of B.A., University of Nigeria Philip Doherty Early Childhood Education M.S., University of Bridgeport Professor Emeritus of History Richard Parent Mary Clark, Director of Academic Advising Robert Farrell Professor Emeritus of Chemistry B.A., University of Missouri - Columbia Professor Emeritus of English M.A., New Mexico State University Ernest Sapelli Martha Flint Associate Professor Emeritus of Business James Connolly, Registrar Professor Emerita of English A.S., Housatonic Community-Technical Bruce J. Sherwin College Ruth Frager Professor Emeritus of Psychology Professor Emerita of English B.S., Albertus Magnus College Jacqueline Skubly M.S., University of Bridgeport Giuseppe Frieri Professor Emerita of Foreign Languages Professor Emeritus of Foreign Languages Patricia Costeines, Testing Coordinator Bruce Smith B.S., Charter Oak College Thomas S. George, Jr. Coordinator Emeritus of Evenings & Andrea Cox, Assistant Teacher, Professor Emeritus of Computer Weekends Information Systems Early Childhood Laboratory School Tracy Smith A.S., Housatonic Community College Joyce Gerber Assistant Professor Emeritus of Science and Christopher Currivan Professor Emerita of Early Childhood Director Emeritus of Affirmative Action Education Information Technology Tech II Herbert Stegenga A.A., Housatonic Community College Walter J. Gerry Professor Emeritus of Business Certificate, Microcomputer Networks, Professor Emeritus of Accounting and Housatonic Community College Business Edward Sylvia Registrar Emeritus Deloris Y. Curtis, Director of Admissions Rosa C. Guy A.S., Housatonic Community College Director Emerita of Financial Aid Dimpna Torres Counselor Emerita B.S., New Hampshire College Janis M. Hadley, Ed.D. M.S., University of Bridgeport President Emerita Anita Tracy Certificate, Management Institute for Professor Emerita of Mathematics Women in Higher Education, Bruce Harvey Wellesley College Director Emeritus of Library Services John Vangor Professor Emeritus of Mathematics Patricia D. Dicks, Counselor Graham Hayes B.S., Central Connecticut State University PEOPLE Professor Emeritus of English Walter K. Welker Professor Emeritus of Business M.S., University of Bridgeport Patrick Hunter Administration 6th Year, University of Connecticut Professor Emeritus of Psychology

www.hcc.commnet.edu 125 HOUSATONIC’S PEOPLE Maureen Dowdle Deborah S. Kuchmas, Director of Workforce Heidi Szobota Director of Institutional Advancement and Non Credit Programs Director of Early Childhood Lab School B.A., Albertus Magnus College A.S., Holyoke Community College A.S., Gateway Community-Technical M.A., Fairfield University B.S., Springfield College College Mary E. Eady, Counselor M.Ed., Springfield College B.S., Teikyo Post University A.S., Housatonic Community College Lynne Langella, Learning Disabilities Specialist M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., Sacred Heart University B.S., Southern Connecticut State University Marianne Tecun, Director M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Academic Support Center M.S.W., Southern Connecticut State University Jesse McAllister, Information Technology Tech II B.S., Rhode Island College Theresa Eisenbach A.S., Housatonic Community College M.Ed., Seattle University A.B.D., University of Bridgeport Human Resources Specialist Lois McCracken, Media Services Librarian B.S., University of New Haven A.A., Housatonic Community College Ralph Tyler, Business Manager Peter Everett, Public Services Librarian B.A., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., University of Connecticut B.A., University of Oregon M.L.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., University of Connecticut M.L.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Hartford Graduate Center John Montanaro, Network Manager M.B.A., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Jennifer Falasco, Library Associate A.A., Sierra College A.S., Middlesex Community College B.S., California State University Anthony Vitola Director of Information Technology B.A., Central Connecticut State University Karen Papacoda, Child Development Teacher, M.L.I.S., Drexel University B.S.E.E., Fairfield University Early Childhood Lab School M.B.A., University of Bridgeport Joyce Gonzales, Bridges Coordinator B.S. Southern Connecticut State University M.S. Southern Connecticut State University Bonnie Wagner, Research Analyst Milagros Gonzalez, Associate Registrar B.A., Hartwick College A.S., Housatonic Community College Laurel Quinones, Director of Distance Learning M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Certificate, Children & Youth Mental Health, B.F.A., College of New Rochelle Housatonic Community College M.Ed., American Intercontinental University Marilyn L. Wehr, Counselor B.S., University of Bridgeport Certificate, Visual Communications, B.S., University of Massachusetts M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Mark Gore, Library Associate Gibbs College A.A., City College of San Francisco Certificate, Online Instructor, William Welsh B.A., San Francisco State University Capella University Director of Institutional Research M.L.S., Southern Connecticut State University Susan Ratanavong-Nadesan B.A., University of Massachusetts, Amherst Assistant Director of Admissions M.Ed., Springfield College Susan Greene, Webmaster Ed.D., University of Massachusetts, Amherst A.A.S., Fashion Institute of Technology B.S., Sacred Heart University B.S., Cornell University M.S., University of Bridgeport Yotisse Williams, Teacher, M.S., Sacred Heart University Raymond Rogers Early Childhood Laboratory School Information Technology Tech II, A.S., Housatonic Community-Technical William R. Griffin, Academic Coordinator College B.S., Southern Connecticut State University BANNER Specialist A.S., Housatonic Community College B.S., Charter Oak College M.Ed., The American University M.Ed., American InterContinenal University Linda Griffin, Coordinator of Health Services Andrea Salzburg Grants Development Specialist Hernan D. Yepes, Director of Student Services A.S., Orange County Community College A.S., Norwalk Community College B.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Keene State College M.P.A., Indiana University B.A., Sacred Heart University Monserrate Guzman, Assistant Teacher M.A., Fairfield University Cheryl Shain Early Childhood Laboratory School Robbin Zella, Director of the A.S., Housatonic Community College High School Outreach Coordinator A.S. Housatonic Community College Housatonic Museum of Art Qiming Han, Systems Librarian B.S., University of Bridgeport B.F.A., College of New Rochelle B.A., Huazhong Normal University, China M.Ed., University of Massachusetts, Amherst M.A., Bard College M.A., Mississippi State University Ed.D., Teachers College, M.L.I.S., University of Texas at Austin Columbia University Shanté Hanks, Director of Student Activities Frank Shea, Business Office Manager B.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.B.A., Western Connecticut State University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.B.A., University of New Haven Richard Hennessey, Director of Facilities Anson Smith, Public Relations Associate B.A., University of Connecticut B.A., Boston University Samuel Hynds, Information Technology Tech II Shelley Strohm, Director of Library Services A.S., Housatonic Community College A.S., Manchester Community College Blaine Kruger, Public Relations Associate - B.A., Central Connecticut State University Publications M.A ., University of Connecticut B.A., North Dakota State University M.L.S., Southern Connecticut State University Barbara Surowiec, Director of Financial Aid B.S., Fairfield University

126 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Full-time Faculty* Michele Cohen, Instructor of William Grossman, Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education Computer Science Ronald Abbe, Professor of Art B.A., Queen’s College, B.S., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Coordinator of the Art Program City University of New York M.S., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute B.A., Dartmouth College M.S., Queen’s College, M.B.A., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute B.F.A., Art Institute of Chicago City University of New York M.Ed., University of Hartford M.F.A., Art Institute of Chicago Janice Conway, Professor of Phyllis J. Gutowski, Professor of Science Rebecca Adams, Assistant Professor of English Occupational Therapy Assistant B.S., University of Vermont B.A., Fordham University Clinical Coordinator of OTA Program M.S., University of Bridgeport M.A., Fordham University B.S., Quinnipiac College Stephanie A. Hart, Associate Professor of Sheila Anderson, Professor of Mathematics M.A., The Graduate Institute English Chairperson of Developmental Studies Andrew Coté, Assistant Professor of B.A., Barnard College Department English as a Second Language M.F.A., Columbia University B.S., University of Illinois B.A., Long Island University M.S., Northeastern Illinois University Edward C. Keane, Professor of Psychology M.A., Manhattanville College and Sociology Joanne Anzenberger, Instructor of Catherine R. Cron, Professor of Mathematics Coordinator of Human Services Program Criminal Justice B.A., Carlow College B.S., Florida State University B.S., Iona College M.S., New York University M.Ed., Boston University M.S., Iona College Paul M. Danzer, Associate Professor of M.F.T., University of Bridgeport Sandra Barnes, Instructor of Biology Computer Science Ed.D., Boston University B.S., Louisiana State University B.E.E., Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn Ph.D., Fielding Graduate University M.P.H., Southern Connecticut State University M.S.E.E., Newark College of Engineering Paul J. Keenan, Associate Professor of M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Paul DePietro, Professor of Accounting Computer Science Edward Becker, Instructor of Business B.A., Sacred Heart University B.A., Rutgers University B.A., University of Connecticut B.S., University of Bridgeport M.A., New York University M.A., University of Connecticut M.B.A., Murray State University Glenn Kindilien, Professor of English M.B.A., University of Connecticut Barbara Dolyak, Professor of Science A.A., Mitchell College Joseph Behar, Professsor of Engineering Science Coordinator of the Nursing Program B.A., University of Connecticut B.S., City College of New York B.A., Southern Connecticut State University M.A., Pennsylvania State University M.S., New York University, M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Michelle Kocay, Associate Professor of the Courant Institute R.N., Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing Developmental English David Brown, Assistant Professor of Business Scott Empric, Associate Professor of B.A., Connecticut College B.S., West Virginia Wesleyan College Developmental English M.F.A., Wichita State University M.S., University of Bridgeport B.A., John Carroll University David Koch, Instructor of History M.S.A., Western Connecticut M.A., State University of New York, Fredonia B.A., Western Connecticut State University Madeleine T. Burbank, Assistant Professor of John Favret, Associate Professor of M.A., Western Connecticut State University Psychology Graphic Design John S. Kongsvold, Associate Professor of B.A., Wesleyan University Certificate in Computer Graphics, Computer Science M.A., Wesleyan University Rhode Island School of Design A.S., Housatonic Community College Maureen Cahill-Lamboley, Assistant Professor B.A., Bridgewater State College B.S., Charter Oak College of English as a Second Language M.F.A., East Texas State University M.S., University of New Haven B.A., Providence College Joan Nagy Gallagher, Professor of Business Teresa Garguilo Kozek, Professor of Ed.M., Boston University and Computer Science Developmental English Kathleen Cercone, Professor of Biology Chairperson of the B.A., Providence College Coordinator of the PTA Program Business Administration Department M.A., University of Connecticut B.S., Columbia University A.A., University of Bridgeport Vern Krill, Instructor of Criminal Justice M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., University of Bridgeport A.S., Housatonic Community College Ph.D., Capella University M.S., University of Bridgeport B.S., Charter Oak State College Edwena Chance, Associate Professor of 6th Year, University of Bridgeport M.S. University of Bridgeport English Certificate, Management Institute for M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Women in Higher Education, B.S., Western Connecticut State University Janet Lanci, Associate Professor of M.S., College of New Rochelle Wellesley College Certificate, Import Operations/Customs Human Services Claudine J. Coba-Loh, Professor of Psychology Brokerage Program, World Trade Institute A.S., Housatonic Community College and Human Services B.S., Liberty University Chairperson of the Behavioral/ Jennifer Galluzi, Associate Professor of M.S., University of Bridgeport Social Sciences Department Nutrition and Science M.O.T., University of Illinois Springfield

B.S., Brown University PEOPLE B.S., Sacred Heart University Mark Leach, Associate Professor of M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Tufts University Ph.D., Tufts University, Developmental Mathematics School of Nutrition Science B.S., University of Connecticut M.S., University of Connecticut

www.hcc.commnet.edu 127 HOUSATONIC’S PEOPLE Jacqueline Leo, Professor of English Pamela Pirog, Assistant Professor of Irene Sommers, Assistant Professor of English B.A., University of Connecticut Accounting A.S., Housatonic Community College M.A.T., Sacred Heart University B.S., Worcester State College B.A., Charter Oak State College Joan Lloyd, Associate Professor of Chemistry M.B.A. Anna Maria College M.A.L.S., Wesleyan University A.S., Norwalk State Technical College Michele Reed, Director of John C. Sopchak, Assistant Professor of B.S., Southern CT State University Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Psychology M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., California State College A.S., Norwalk Community College Michael R. Mandel, Professor of Business M.S., Tufts University B.A., Southern Connecticut State University A.S., Queensborough Community College M.S.Ed., Old Dominion University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Queens College Barbara Richards, Professor of Sociology Elizabeth Steeves, Associate Professor of M.B.A., New York Institute of Technology B.A., University of Michigan Chemistry Samantha M. Mannion, Professor of M.A., University of Michigan B.S., Fairfield University Criminal Justice and Political Science Ph.D., University of Michigan M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Coordinator of the Richard Rizzi, Instructor of Michael D. Stein, Professor of Art Criminal Justice Program Developmental Mathematics B.F.A., Kent State University B.S., New York University B.S., University of Connecticut M.A., Kent State University J.D., New York Law School M.S., University of Bridgeport M.F.A., Kent State University Steven Mark, Professor of English Maria Stiebel Roche, Professor of John Tibor, Professor of Business B.A., Southern Connecticut State University English as a Second Language B.A., University of West Florida M.A., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., University of Cincinnati M.B.A., University of New Haven Kathleen Micinilio, Associate Professor of M.S., Indiana University Kathleen Toedt, Instructor of Developmental English Eddie Rose, Assistant Professor of Anatomy & Physiology/Biology B.A., University of Connecticut Developmental Math B.S., Adelphi University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University A.S., Gateway Community College M.S., New York University Aubrey Moncrieffe, Assistant Professor of B.A., Albertus Magnus College M.Ph., New York University Developmental English M. Ed., Harvard University Ph.D., New York University B.A., Long Island University Grant Clifford Roti, Professor of English Peter J. Ulisse, Professor of English M.A., New York University B.A., University of Illinois Chairperson of the Humanities Susan Monroe, Instructor of M.A., University of Connecticut Department Developmental English Ph.D., State University of New York, Albany A.B., Providence College B.A., University of Baltimore David Rudnick, Instructor of M.A., University of Virginia M.A., Morgan State University Business Office Technology Mary Ann Valovcin, Professor of English Robert Nelson, Assistant Professor of B.S., Clarion University of Pennsylvania B.A., Sacred Heart University Developmental English M. Ed., University of South Florida M.S., University of Bridgeport B.A., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Emporia State University Jane Wampler, Associate Professor of M.F.A., Goddard College Rebecca Samberg, Professor of Developmental Math Laurie R. Noe, Assistant Professor of Developmental English B.S., LA Tech University Early Childhood Education B.A., Shippensburg University B.S., University of Alabama, Huntsville Coordinator of the Early Childhood M.A., Miami University M.S., LA Tech University Education Program Henry Schissler, Assistant Professor of Shirley Zajdel, Professor of Biology B.S., Syracuse University Sociology Chairperson of the Mathematics/Science M.S.A., Western Connecticut State University B.A., Goddard College Department Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University B.S., New Hampshire College B.S., Brooklyn College Eileen O’Donnell, Assistant Professor of M.S., Springfield College Ph.D., Boston University Early Childhood Education Antonio Senés, Associate Professor of Spanish Janet Zamparo, Associate Professor of English B.A., Adelphi University B.A., University of Granada B.A., Fordham University M.A., Fairfield University M.A., University of Granada M.A.T., Quinnipiac College Antonios Pappantoniou, Instructor of Biology M.S., Fairfield University A.B., Lehman College - CUNY Jonathan Shea, Assistant Professor of M.S., C.W. Post College Foreign Languages Ph.D., Fordham University B.S., Georgetown University Marina Philips, Associate Professor of M.A., University of Massachusetts Mathematics M.L.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., Jyothi Nivas College, Bangalor, India Geoffrey Sheehan, Associate Professor of M.S., University of Massachusetts Theater Arts Patricia A. Pifko, Professor of Mathematics B.F.A., University of Connecticut B.A., Emmanuel College M.A.L.S., Wesleyan University M.S., University of Bridgeport Michael Simon, Professor of Science B.E., The Cooper Union M.S., New York University

128 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Support Staff** Jeffrey Harrison, HVAC Carlos Torres, Maintainer Facilities Facilities Xiomara Alicea, Office Assistant Financial Aid Priscilla Jefferson, Registration Clerk Megane Watkins, Office Assistant Office of the Registrar Business Office Linda Anzaldi, Business Office Patricia Kurowski, Purchasing Services Officer I DeNeva Wilson, Clerk Business Office Information Desk Diane Artis, Payroll Officer I Business Office Cynthia Lidman, Administrative Assistant Mariann Ziembroski, Clerk Typist Office of the Academic Dean Early Childhood Laboratory School Aida Ayala, Cash Accounting Clerk Business Office Gloria Luneau, Secretary I Admissions Anita Bennett, Cash Accounting Clerk Student Life Office Drazenko Magazin, Maintainer Facilities Mildred Bost, Office Assistant Educational Assistants Admissions Patricia McDonnell, Clerk Typist Academic Advising Center & Part-time Robert Boswell, Lead Custodian Maintenance Carmen Medina, Office Assistant Professional Staff* Office of the Registrar Edward Brickett, Associate Accountant Danielle Bottino, Early Childhood Laboratory Business Office Evelyn Melendez, Secretary 1 School Assistant Continuing Education Early Childhood Laboratory School Heidi Burgos, Clerk Typist Financial Aid Jocelyn Miller-Hayes, Veesha Dash, Early Childhood Laboratory Head Cash Accounting Clerk School Assistant Magaly Cajigas, Secretary II Business Office Early Childhood Laboratory School Resource Development Dennis Minella, Building Superintendent II Nancy DelVecchio, Part-time Librarian Julie Calderon, Building and Grounds Officer Facilities Library Public Safety Wanda Mulero, Clerk Typist Lisa Elwell, Part-time Librarian Angelo Caputo, Maintainer Admissions Library Facilities Hoa Nguyen, Assistant Accountant Ekaterina Giotsas, Part-time Librarian Ada Carbone, Administrative Assistant Business Office Library Office of the Dean of Administration Teresa Oravetz, Associate Accountant Christine Kattler, Early Childhood Laboratory Ixia Caribe, Secretary II Business Office School Assistant Financial Aid Josephine Pelaggi, Administrative Assistant Early Childhood Laboratory School Rudolfo Carranza, Maintainer Office of the Dean of Outreach Services Nadine Krohley, Career Services Counselor Facilities Gonzalo Perez, Clerk Typist Student Development Office Scott Corcoran, Storekeeper Office of the Registrar Jose Labrador, Education Technology Specialist Facilities Lydia Pizarro-Quesada, Distance Learning Sam Cotto, Building and Grounds Officer Administrative Assistant Richard Parent, Chemistry Laboratory Assistant Public Safety Human Resources Math and Science Rosalee Creighton-Gordon, Secretary II Kathleen Provitz-Rosado, Payroll Clerk Norma Quinn, Lab Assistant Counseling Center Business Office Math and Science Anna Cruz, Administrative Assistant Molly Rivas, Office Assistant Lisa Slade, CONNTAC Counselor Office of the Dean of Students Business Office Student Development Clopha Deshotel, Clerk Typist Marie Roland, Accountant Esther Watstein, Educational Assistant Academic Support Center Business Office President’s Office Lou Ann Doehrer, Personnel Aide Gary Rooney, Security Officer Linda Wolfson, Counselor Business Office Public Safety Student Development Timothea Douglas, Clerk-Typist Aracelli Rosado, Office Assistant Marsha Woolery, Early Childhood Laboratory Information Desk Business Office School Assistant David Duberry, Maintainer Elaine Sansonetti, Secretary II Early Childhood Lab School Facilities Business Office Veetra Fields, Clerk Typist Angela Skyers, Weekend Coordinator Information Desk Evening Division Robert Gonzalez, Police Officer/Shift Patria Spignolio, Secretary Supervisor Evening Division Public Safety PEOPLE Julie Calderon, Building and Grounds Officer Christopher Gough, Director of Security Public Safety Public Safety Rich Strobel, Building and Grounds Officer Public Safety www.hcc.commnet.edu 129 HOUSATONIC’S PEOPLE Part-time Faculty* Leona Bayusik, Lecturer in English Charles Campbell, Instructor in B.A., Fairfield University Developmental Studies - English Donald Alfano, Lecturer in Music M.A.L.S., Wesleyan University B.S., State University of New York B.M., Boston University M.A., Bowling Green State University M.M., Manhattan School of Music Jeffrey D. Bears, Lecturer in Math/Science D.M.A., Case Western Reserve University B.A., Colby College Marguerite Carlucci, Instructor in Mathematics and The Cleveland Institute of Music S.M., Harvard University B.S., Western Connecticut State University Patricia Beers, Instructor in M.S., University of Bridgeport Juan Andreau, Lecturer in Art C.A.S., University of Bridgeport B.F.A., Institute Luis Vives Developmental Studies, English M.F.A., University of Valencia B.A., College of New Rochelle Fay Carpenter, Lecturer in Nutrition M.S., University of Bridgeport B.A., Pennsylvania State University Patricia J. Anthony, Lecturer in English M.S., University of Bridgeport M.A., University of South Florida Barbara P. Bellinger, Lecturer in Business B.A., Rutgers University B.A., Howard University Julia Chaffe, Lecturer in English M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., University of North Texas Jennifer Aronson, Lecturer in M.A., University of Dallas English as a Second Language and Spanish Janice Blevins, Lecturer in English B.S., Oberling College B.S., University of Connecticut Jeffrey Charles, Lecturer in M.S., Southern CT State University M.A., University of Evansville Developmental Studies Mary Blossfeld-Chung, Instructor in B.S., University of Connecticut Lisa Arpaia, Lecturer in M.B.A., Southern CT State University English as a Second Language Graphic Design/Art B.A., Fairfield University B.F.A., Michigan State University David Chiappetta, Lecturer in Government M.A., University of New Haven M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., New England College J.D., Quinnipiac University School of Law David Bothwell, Lecturer in Business M.Ed., University of Bridgeport David C. Arpie, Lecturer in Biology B.A., Villanova University Jennifer Chomiak, Instructor in A.S., Housatonic Community College J.D., Quinnipiac College School of Law Developmental Studies B.A., Sacred Heart University Diana Brancato, Lecturer in B.S., Central Connecticut State University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Early Childhood Education M.S., Central Connecticut State University D.C., University of Bridgeport, B.S., Sacred Heart University 6th Yr., Central Connecticut State University College of Chiropractic M.S., Sacred Heart University Omaa Chukwurah-Orezabo, Lecturer in Art Barbara W. Ashkenas, Lecturer in Art Lisa Brelsford, Lecturer in Psychology B.A., University of Nigeria B.S., Ohio State University B.S., Southern CT State University M.S., University of Bridgeport M.A.T., Manhattanville College M.A., Southern CT State University Joseph J. Cincotta, Lecturer in Chemistry Chris Auddino, Lecturer in Business Tom Brenner, Lecturer in Art B.S., Brooklyn College A.S., Norwalk Community College B.S., Yale University M.S., City University of New York Ph.D., City University of New York B.S., Sacred Heart University Joseph Briganti, Lecturer in Biology M.B.A., Sacred Heart University B.A., Quinnipiac University Barbara Clark, Instructor in Hana Bajes, Lecturer in Biology M.A., Quinnipiac University Early Childhood Education A.S., Housatonic Community College B.S., Syracuse University Christopher Brown, Lecturer in Biology M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., Southern CT State University B.S., Union College New York M.S., Southern CT State University Ph.D., University of Delaware Mary Clark, Lecturer in Developmental Studies Catherine Balco, Lecturer in Art Raymond Bryk, Lecturer in Mathematics B.A., Yale University B.A., University of Missouri - Columbia B.S., Central CT State University M.A., New Mexico State University M.F.A., Yale University M.S., University of Bridgeport Diane Barber, Lecturer in Criminal Justice 6 Year Certificate University of Bridgeport Arthur D. Cockerham, Lecturer in Mathematics B.S., Southern CT State University Joanne Butler, Lecturer in M.A., Fairfield University B.S., Boston College Psychology and Sociology M.A.T., Sacred Heart University Ralph J. Barbiero Jr., Lecturer in History A.A., University of Bridgeport B.S., University of Bridgeport B.S., Springfield College Sheryl A. Coe, Lecturer in Mathematics M.S., Universtiy of Bridgeport M.S.W., Fordham University B.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., University of Bridgeport Deborah Barton, Lecturer in Psychology Robert A. Caciopoli, Lecturer in 6th Yr., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., Southern CT State University Developmental Studies, English M.S.W., Southern CT State University B.S., Southern Connecticut State University Andrea Conway, Instructor in Developmental Studies - English Lynda Bauer, Lecturer in Chemistry M.S., Southern Connecticut State University C.A.S., Fairfield University B.A., Southern Connecticut State University A.S., Housatonic Community College M.L.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., Central Connecticut State University Rachael Cain, Lecturer in Biology Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Amherst A.S., Naugatuck Valley Community College Roger Conway, Instructor in Developmental Studies Laura Baumeister, Lecturer in B.S., Southern CT State University M.S., Southern CT State University B.A., Case Western Reserve University Developmental Studies M.A., Case Western Reserve University B.A., Smith College A.B.D., New York University M.A.T., Smith College

130 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Doris Cooper, Instructor in Gloria Dzerovych, Instructor in James H. Gelder, Lecturer in English Developmental Studies - Mathematics Human Services B.S., Florida State University A.B., State University of New York, Albany B.S.W., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Angelo Cordone, Instructor in M.S.W., Fordham University Pamela Gelder, Instructor in Developmental Studies - Mathematics Michael Enders, Lecturer in Government Developmental Studies - English B.S., Western Connecticut State University B.S., Indiana University B.A., Boston University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University J.D. Chicago Kent College of Law M.S., Southern Connecticut State University 6th Yr., University of Bridgeport Sandra Enders, Lecturer in Sociology 6th Yr., St. Joseph’s College Judith Corrigan, Lecturer in Art A.S., Middlesex Community College Arthur Gentile, Lecturer in Mathematics B.F.A., Sacred Heart University B.A., Holy Apostoles College B.S., Southern Connecticut State University Kieran J. Costello, Lecturer in Business M.S., Southern CT State University M.S., Fairfield University B.A., Boston College B.S., Charter Oak State College Toni Giannone, Instructor in J.D., University of Bridgeport 6th Yr., Southern Connecticut State University Developmental Studies - English Michael Covino, Lecturer in Ann Erikson, Lecturer in Psychology B.S., University of Connecticut Chemistry/Mathematics B.A., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Western Michigan University B.S., University of Bridgeport M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Edward Giegangack, Lecturer in Mathematics O.D., Illinois College of Optometry Deborah Estwan, Lecturer in Psychology B.A., Villanova University M.S., University of Bridgeport A.S., Housatonic Community College M.A., Fairfield University Maria Creyts, Lecturer in Art B.S., Sacred Heart University Peter Gomis, Instructor in B.F.A., Kansas City Art Institute M.A., Fairfield University Computer Science M.F.A., Yale University School of Art Moira Ethier, Instructor in B.S., University of Connecticut Joseph D. Cron, Lecturer in Mathematics Occupational Therapy M.B.A., Sacred Heart University B.S., Marist College B.S., Quinnipiac University Bruce Gormley, Instructor in M.S., New York University M.S., Sacred Heart University Computer Science John Curley, Lecturer in Mathematics Jean Evans, Lecturer in Developmental Studies B.A., Boston College B.S., Fitchburt State College A.S., Housatonic Community College M.A., Fairfield University M.S., University of Bridgeport B.A., University of Bridgeport George K. Goss, Instructor in M.S., University of Bridgeport Kathleen Curley, Instructor in Developmental Studies - Mathematics Developmental Studies - English Robert L. Fabbri, Lecturer in History B.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., College of St. Elizabeth B.S., Southern CT State University M.S., Michigan State University M.A., Fairfield University M.S., Southern CT State University M.A., Wesleyan University Deloris Y. Curtis, Instructor in Gary Farina, Instructor in Mary Grant, Lecturer in Mathematics Developmental Studies - English Developmental Studies - English B.S., University of New Haven A.S., Housatonic Community College B.S., Dowling College M.S., University of New Haven B.S., New Hampshire College M.S.Ed., Dowling College M.S., Fairfield University M.S., University of Bridgeport Robert Fitzgerald, Instructor in Cheryl Grant, Instructor in Certificate, Management Institute for Developmental Studies - English Business Office Technology Women in Higher Education, B.S., Southern Connecticut State University A.A., Housatonic Community College Wellesley College M.S., Southern Connecticut State University A.S., Housatonic Community College Cyrus D’amato, Lecturer in Graphic Design 6th Yr., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Boston Conservatory B.S., Sacred Heart University Johnson Fontaine, Lecturer in Psychology Lisa Greenberg, Lecturer in Art M.S., Sacred Heart University B.S., Iona College B.A., Clark University John M. Dederer, Lecturer in History M.A., Columbia University William Halmeck, Lecturer in Biology B.A., University of South Florida Larry Forte, Lecturer in Mathematics A.A., Norwalk Community College M.A., University of South Florida B.S., Southern Connecticut State College B.A., Western Connecticut State University Ph.D., University of Alabama M.S., Southern Connecticut State College M.A., Sacred Heart University Janet Delesanti, Lecturer in Psychology 6th Yr., Southern Connecticut State College Carol Hampton, Lecturer in English A.A., Rockland Community College Laura Frugone, Lecturer in English B.A., University of Connecticut B.A., Yale University B.S., Brooklyn College M.S., University of Bridgeport M.A., George Washington University M.S., College of Staten Island 6th Yr., University of Bridgeport Patricia D. Dicks, Instructor in Jeffrey Gaillard, Lecturer in History Mona Hanna, Lecturer in Chemistry Developmental Studies - English B.A., University of California B.S., Fairfield University B.S., Central Connecticut. State University M.A., University of Memphis M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., University of Bridgeport M.A., Yale University Divinity School M.A.T., Sacred Heart University 6th Yr., University of Connecticut Sandra Gallicchio-Enders, Instructor in Avis Hatcher, Lecturer in Theater William Duignan, Instructor in Political Science B.A., Trinity College PEOPLE Criminal Justice A.S., Middlesex Community College M.F.A., Case Western Reserve University A.S., Eastern Connecticut State College B.A., Holy Apostles College B.S., Eastern Connecticut State College B.S., Charter Oak College M.S., University of New Haven M.S., Southern Connecticut State University www.hcc.commnet.edu 131 HOUSATONIC’S PEOPLE Myra Healy, Instructor in Elizabeth Keefe, Lecturer in English Harriet Lebish, Lecturer in Art Early Childhood Education B.A., College of the Holy Cross B.S., University of Bridgeport B.S., Sacred Heart University M.A., Fairfield University Irod Lee, Lecturer in Mathematics M.Ed., Fairfield University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Binghamton University Karen Helyer, Lecturer in Carol Keenan, Instructor in M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Early Childhood Education English and Computer Science David Levy, Lecturer in English B.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., Central Connecticut State University B.A., University of Bridgeport M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.A.L.S., Wesleyan University M.S., University of Bridgeport 6 Yr., Southern Connecticut State University Linda Keller, Lecturer in Psychology Robert W. Lewonka, Esq., Lecturer in Van M. Hendrickson, Instructor in B.A., Boston University Business Law Developmental Studies - English M.S.W., Columbia University B.A., Iona College B.A., Gettysburg College M.A., Southern Connecticut State University J.D., Quinnipiac College School of Law M.A., Temple University Jeffrey Kiernan, Lecturer in Sociology Robert Litzie, Lecturer in Mathematics Barbara M. Hilli, Lecturer in Chemistry B.A., University of Bridgeport B.S., Southern Connecticut State University S.B., Simmons College M.A., University of Bridgeport M.S., University of Bridgeport M.A.T., Reed College Lucille King, Lecturer in English 6th Yr., University of Bridgeport M.S., Syracuse University B.A., College of William and Mary Ernest Lopez, Lecturer in Art Kathleen Hoefer, Instructor in M.S., College of New Rochelle B.F.A., University of Hartford Early Childhood Special Education Andrew J. Kosch, Lecturer in Biology M.F.A., Arizona State University B.A., Providence College B.S., Central Connecticut State University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Velma Lovelace-Cole, Lecturer in M.A., Fairfield University Psychology and Sociology Richard Hoffman, Lecturer in Mathematics M.S., University of Bridgeport M.Ed., Atlantic Union College B.A., University of Bridgeport Mary Kozlowski, Lecturer in ESL M.A., Fairfield University Beatriz Lozano, Lecturer in Spanish B.A., University of Bridgeport B.S., Universidad Santo Tomas Suzanne Hurley, Lecturer in History Teaching Certification, M.S., Universidad Cooperativa Colombia B.A., University of Scranton Sacred Heart University M.A., University of Scranton Laura Macaluso, Lecturer in Art Helene Kozma, Lecturer in B.A., Southern Connecticut State University Shari Ifrach, Lecturer in Computer Science Business Office Technology M.A., Syracuse University, Florence, Italy B.A., Central Connecticut State University B.A., Adelphi University Karen Crane MacDonald, OTR/L Robert M. Isaacs, Lecturer in English M.B.A., Sacred Heart University 6th Yr., Sacred Heart University B.S., Quinnipaic College B.A., City College of New York M.S., University of Bridgeport M.A., New York University Debbie Kuchmas, Instructor in Ph.D., New York University Karen K. Isaacs, Instructor in Behavioral/Social Science A.S., Holyoke Community College Maureen Maloney, Lecturer in Psychology Communications and English B.S., Sacred Heart University B.A., George Washington University B.S., Springfield College M.Ed., Springfield College M.A., Fairfield University M.A., Fairfield University Ed.D., University of Bridgeport Joan Jalbert, Instructor in Mary Ann Landino, Instructor in R.N. Holy Name Hospital School of Nursing Early Childhood Education Developmental Studies - English B.S., Southern Connecticut State University Dolores Mandel, Lecturer in Psychology B.A., Albertus Magnus College A.A., Nassau Community College M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University 6th Yr., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Western Connecticut State University Joan Johnson, Lecturer in M.S.W., Southern Connecticut State University Developmental Studies Lynne P. Langella, Instructor in Human Services Gani Manelli, Lecturer in History B.A., University of Bridgeport B.A., Boston University M.A., Fairfield University B.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.A., University of Connecticut Margaret Johnston, Lecturer in Joseph Marrone, Lecturer in Developmental Developmental Studies Nancy LaRocca, Instructor in Developmental Studies - English Studies and Human Services B.S., Central Connecticut State University B.A., Sacred Heart University B.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Sacred Heart University M.A., Sacred Heart University M.S., University of Bridgeport Huseni H. Kapadia, Instructor in Nancy Martin, Lecturer in English Developmental Studies - Mathematics Lorinda Larson, Lecturer in Business B.S., Central Connecticut State College B.S., University of Bridgeport B.S. (M.E.), I.I.T., Bombay, India M.A., Fairfield University M.S., University of Illinois M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.B.A., University of Bridgeport Edmond P. LaSalle, Lecturer in Humanities Donald Mascola, Lecturer in Biology M.A., University of New Haven John Karolus, Lecturer in Biology B.A., Charter Oak State College M.A., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., University of Bridgeport 6th Yr., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., University of Bridgeport Roxanne J. Leach, Lecturer in Jan Mason, Lecturer in Theater Ambroise Katundu, Lecturer in Mathematics English as a Second Language A.S., Gateway Community College B.S., Emerson College B.S., University of Kinshasa M.F.A., University of Virginia M.Div., UTS/Barrytown New York B.A., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., University of Bridgeport M.S., Southern Connecticut State University 132 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Robert Mastroni, Lecturer in Biology John Montanaro, Lecturer in Gail Ostrow, Lecturer in English B.S., Kansas State University Computer Science B.A., University of Minnesota M.A., Fairfield University A.A., Sierra College M.A., University of Minnesota 6 Yr., Fairfield University B.S., California State University M.S., University of Bridgeport Frank Mata, Lecturer in Spanish Gus Moran, Lecturer in Painting, Art Donna J. Pala, Instructor in B.S., University of Bidgeport B.S., Southern Connecticut State University Developmental Studies - English M.A., Uinversity of Bridgeport B.S., University of Bridgeport B.A., Sacred Heart University Wilfredo Matos, Instructor in M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Behavioral and Social Sciences Akalushi C. Muthukumarana, Lecturer in 6th Yr., St. Joseph’s College B.S., New Hampshire University Biology Susan Palmer, Lecturer in English Bernd Mattheis, Lecturer in Geography B.S., Clark University B.A., University of Connecticut A.S., Champlain College M.A., Clark University M.A., University of Hartford B.S., University of Vermont Elie Nakouzi, Lecturer in Biology Mary Jane Paris, Lecturer in Business M.B.A., Golden Gate University B.A., Central Connecticut State University B.A., Sacred Heart University M.A., Boston University M.D., St. George University, Bernard Pasierb, Lecturer in Business Gary Maynard, Lecturer in Art School of Medicine B.S., United States Military Academy B.F.A., University of Southern California Tracey Nashel, Lecturer in English at West Point Robert Mazal, Lecturer in Biology B.A., University of MA Amherst M.B.A., University of Utah B.S., Norwich University M.A., University of Connecticut Christine Peck, Lecturer in Psychology D.C., University of Bridgeport Ph.D., Fordham University B.A., Quinnipiac College Charise McCall, Instructor in Amy M. Nawrocki, Lecturer in English Psy.D., Rutgers University Developmental Studies B.A., Sarah Lawrence College Roberta Penna, Lecturer in B.S. Southern Connecticut State University M.F.A., University of Arkansas Developmental Studies M.S. University of New Haven Jeffrey Nettle, Lecturer in Psychology B.A., Albertus Magnus College Diane McNeill, Instructor in B.S., Sacred Heart University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Sociology and Criminal Justice M.A., New York University Robert Phelan, Lecturer in Sociology B.S., Southern Connecticut State University Heidi Nyitrai, Lecturer in B.A., Providence College M.A., Fairfield University Developmental Studies - Mathematics M.A., Indiana University - Bloomington Wayne Medoff, Lecturer in Accounting A.S., Housatonic Community College Dianna Piazza, Lecturer in Biology B.S., Central Connecticut State University B.S., Western Maryland College A.S., R.N., NYC Community College M.B.A., Sacred Heart University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., Sacred Heart University David S. Meikle, Lecturer in Theater Marietta O’Connor, Instructor in E.E.D., Nova University S.E. B.F.A., University of Connecticut Developmental Studies - English B.S., Charter Oak State College & M.F.A., National Theater Conservatory B.S., Southern Connecticut State University P.A., U.S. Public Health M.A., Southern Connecticut State University Carmine Picarello, Lecturer in Photography Frank E. Metrusky, Lecturer in Business 6th Yr., Southern Connecticut State University A.B., College of The Holy Cross A.A., Norwalk Community College M.S., Troy State University Erin O’Keefe, Lecturer in Accounting B.A., Mount Holyoke College M.M.A.S., U.S. Army Command and B.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.F.A., School of the Art Institute of Chicago General Staff College M.B.A., Southern Connecticut State University Andrew Pinto, Lecturer in Art William Metzger, Instructor in Mary-Ellen O’Sullivan, Instructor in A.A., Housatonic Community College Human Services Psychology B.F.A., Hartford Art School A.S., Housatonic Community College A.S., Housatonic Community College M.A,. Fairfield University B.S., Sacred Heart University B.A., Sacred Heart University Andrew Prayzner M.S.W., Southern Connecticut State University M.A., Southern Connecticut State University B.F.A., University of Hartford Elizabeth Meyers, Lecturer in Music Barbara J. Oleynick, Instructor in M.F.A., University of Pennsylvania B.S., Eastman School of Music Developmental Studies - English Lisa Anne Prince, Lecturer in English M.S. Eastman School of Music L.P.N., St. Vincent’s Hospital A.S., Norwalk Community College B.A., University of Rochchester A.S., Sacred Heart University B.A., Fairfield University B.S., Sacred Heart University M.A., Western Connecticut State University Sally Michlin, Lecturer in English M.F.A., New York University B.A.., Hofstra University Laurel Quinones, Lecturer in Business M.A., Fairfield University Raymond Osborne, Lecturer in B.F.A., College of New Rochelle Ph.D., Kennedy-Western University Criminal Justice M.Ed., American Intercontinental University B.S., IONA University Certificate, Visual Communications, Josephine Milano, Lecturer in Italian M.S., IONA University B.S., Southern Connecticut State University Gibbs College M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Carola Osses, Lecturer in Certificate, Online Instructor,

English as a Second Language Capella University PEOPLE Ruth Miller, Lecturer in Mathematics B.A., Ottawa University Michael Raferty, Lecturer in English B.A., University of Connecticut M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.A., Fairfield University B.A., Iona College M.Ed., Fordham University C.A.S., Fairfield University www.hcc.commnet.edu 133 HOUSATONIC’S PEOPLE Randolph Ramirez, Lecturer in Biology Jeannette Ronson, Lecturer in History Richard Seymour, Instructor in B.A., Yale University B.A., George Washington University Health Sciences M.D., University of Massachusetts M.A., Fairfield University B.S., Southern Connecticut State University Susan Ratanavong-Nadesan, Lecturer in M.S., University of Bridgeport M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Developmental Studies Judith Rozarie, Lecturer in Anthropology M.S., University of Bridgeport B.S., Sacred Heart University A.S., Housatonic Community College Cheryl Shain, Lecturer in Human Services M.S., University of Bridgeport B.S., Southern Connecticut State University A.S., Housatonic Community College Beth G. Reich, Lecturer in M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., University of Bridgeport Business Office Technology Luz E. Rubert-Lopez, Lecturer in Sociology M.Ed., University of Massachusetts, Amherst B.S., University of Bridgeport B.A., Inter-American University Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia University M.S., University of New England M.A., Inter-American University Carl Shapiro, Lecturer in Computer Science Lynn Reid, Lecturer in Business Daniel B. Ruskin, Lecturer in Business B.S., S.U.N.Y. at Albany A.S., Housatonic Community College B.S., University of Hartford M.S., Brooklyn Polytechnic B.E.S., University of Bridgeport M.B.A., Sacred Heart University Nanci J. Shapiro, Lecturer in Art E.M.B.A., University of New Haven Kevin Russo, Lecturer in Business B.A., Harper College Peter Rembetsy, Lecturer in Art A.S., Housatonic Community College M.A., SUNY Binghamton B.A., Southern Connecticut State University, B.S., Southern Connecticut State University Frank Shea, Lecturer in Business M.A., University of Bridgeport J.D., Western New England College of Law B.B.A., Western Connecticut State University Ronald Remy, Lecturer in English Louis Russo, Lecturer in Mathematics M.B.A., University of New Haven B.A., University of Connecticut B.A., University of Bridgeport Roger W. Sherman, Lecturer in Psychology 5th Yr., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Manhattan College M.A., Sacred Heart University John Sabulis, Lecturer in M.S., University of Bridgeport Gregory Richardson, Lecturer in Sociology Computer Aided Design (CAD) M.S.W., Fordham University B.S., Benedict College B.A., Sacred Heart University Bruce J. Sherwin, Lecturer in Psychology M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Central Connecticut State University B.A., University of Vermont Christopher Rickard, D.C., Instructor in M.A., Southern Connecticut State University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University Biology Beverly Salzman, Instructor in Ed.D., University of Tennessee B.A., Central Connecticut State University Psychology and Sociology Suzan Shutan, Lecturer in Art D.C., Western State Chiropractic College B.S., University of Bridgeport B.F.A., California Institute of the Arts Priscilla Riley, Lecturer in English M.S., University of Bridgeport M.F.A., Rutgers University A.S., Housatonic Community College M.B.A., Sacred Heart University Jacqueline Skubly, Lecturer in French B.A., Western Connecticut State University Sr. Prof. Certificate Applications B.A., University of Bridgeport M.A., Southern Connecticut State University of Psychology M.A., New York University Donna Risolo, Lecturer in English Mary Sandor, Lecturer in Human Services Lisa M. Slade, Lecturer in Human Services B.S., Southern Connecticut State University A.S., University of Bridgeport A.S., Housatonic Community College M.A., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., New Hampshire College B.S., Springfield College of Human Services M.S., University of Bridgeport Joanne Rochman, Lecturer in English M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Charter Oak State College Anson Smith, Lecturer in History M.A., Western Connecticut State University Patricia Schickler, Instructor in B.A., Boston University Developmental Studies - English Priscilla Rodriguez, Lecturer in Sociology B.A., Marietta College Mary Burk Smith, Lecturer in Art B.A., Fairfield University M.A., Fordham University B.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.S.W., Boston University School M.A., Southern Connecticut State University of Social Work Tracy L. Schnorr, Lecturer in Math/Science M.S., University of Pittsburgh Beverly Larson Smith, Instructor in Donald W. Rogers, Lecturer in History Developmental Studies - English B.A., Washington College Thomas Scippa, Lecturer in Art B.A., Wittenberg University M.A., University of Wisconsin, Madison B.F.A., Yale University M.S., University of Bridgeport Ph.D., University of Wisconsin, Madison M.F.A., Yale University 6th Yr., University of Bridgeport Barbara Rogo, Instructor in Barbara Secor, Lecturer in Paul R. Smith, Lecturer in Computer Science Developmental Studies - Mathematics Developmental Studies and ESL B.A., Barrington College B.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Manhatanville College M.Ed., University of Bridgeport Marcia Smith-Glasper, Lecturer in M.S., University of Bridgeport Communications 6th Yr., Southern Connecticut State University Laurence C. Segall, Lecturer in Sociology B.S., Southern Connecticut State University Emma Romanova, Instructor in B.A., SUNY at Buffalo M.H.S.A., Antioch New England English as a Second Language M.S., Yeshiva University Graduate School M.S.W., Yeshiva University B.A., Moscow University Howard Stein, Lecturer in Criminal Justice M.A., Moscow University C.A.S., Fairfield University Ph.D., Hunter College B.A., S.U.N.Y. J.D., University of Bridgeport

134 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Heidi Szobota, Instructor in Robert A. Verna, Lecturer in Business David Wendelowski, Lecturer in Math Early Childhood Education B.S. University of Bridgeport B.S., Southern Connecticut State University A.S., Gateway Community-Technical College M.S. University of Bridgeport M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., Teikyo Post University Marianna Vieira, Lecturer in English Patricia L. White, Lecturer in English M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Russell Sage College B.A., Marymount College Gerald Szwaya, Lecturer in Business M.S., University of Bridgeport M.A., Fairfield University B.S., Upper Iowa University M.A., State University of New York, Albany Yotisse Williams, Lecturer in M.S., Central Connecticut State University Daniel Vinton, Lecturer in Mathematics Early Childhood Education 6th Yr., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., The King’s College A.S., Housatonic Community-Technical Noelle A. Taddei, Lecturer in Accounting M.A., Western Connecticut State University College B.S., University of New Haven Ferdinand Vital, Lecturer in Biology B.S., Charter Oak College M.S., University of New Haven B.S., Fairfield University M.Ed., American InterContinenal University Nancy Tamis, Instructor in M.S., Teachers College Columbia Univesity John Williamson, Lecturer in Mathematics Early Childhood Education M.A., Teachers College Columbia University A.B., Boston College B.A., Tufts University Mary Vlahac, Lecturer in Business M.A., (Philosophy) Boston College M.A., Fairfield University A.S., Housatonic Community College M.A., (Mathematics) Fordham University Kenneth Tavares, Lecturer in Mathematics B.S., University of Connecticut Loribeth Williams-Young, Instructor in B.S., University of Bridgeport M.B.A, University of Bridgeport Political Science M.S., University of Bridgeport Ad.D., University of New Haven B.S., University of New Haven 6th Yr., University of Bridgeport Joyce E. Wall, Lecturer in Biology M.H.S.A., Antioch New England Marianne Tecun, Instructor in A.S., Housatonic Community College Graduate School Developmental Studies B.S., Southern Connecticut State University J.D., Quinnipiac University A.B.D., University of Bridgeport M.S., Southern Connecticut State University David Wilson, Lecturer in Government B.S., University of Rhode Island M.A., Southern Connecticut State University B.S., University of New Haven M.Ed., Seattle University Judi L. Wannagot, Instructor in M.P.A., University of New Haven Patricia Tomchik, Lecturer in Mathematics English as a Second Language Jessica Wolf, Lecturer in Mental Health B.A., University of Bridgeport B.S., Sacred Heart University B.A., Wellesley College M.A., University of Bridgeport M.S., Southern Connecticut State University M.A., Yale University Shelley Tomey, Instructor in Robert Wannagot, Instructor in M.Phil., Yale University Early Childhood Education Criminal Justice Ph.D., Yale University B.A., University of Connecticut B.S., IONA University Cynthia Wolfe, Lecturer in M.A.T., Sacred Heart University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University English and Communications Ivy Travisano, Instructor in Alan Weaver, Lecturer in Computer Science B.A., Southern Connecticut State University English as a Second Language B.A., University of Connecticut Sheila Woodlock, Lecturer in B.A., Hofstra University M.A., Fairfield University English as a Second Language M.A., CW Post College LeighAnn Weber, Lecturer in Sociology B.A., St. John’s University Frances Trelease, Lecturer in English B.S., University of Connecticut M.S., Hunter College B.A., University of Connecticut M.S., Southrn State University Rachael Wren, Lecturer in Art M.B.A, University of Connecticut Marilyn L. Wehr, Lecturer in B.A., University of Pennsylvania Jason Treuting, Lecturer in Music Developmental Studies M.F.A., University of Washington B.M., Eastman School of Music B.S., University of Massachusetts Cornell Wright, Lecturer in Business M.M., Yale University M.S., Southern Connecticut State University B.A., Lafayette College A.D., Yale University Tina Weiner, Lecturer in M.B.A., University of Bridgeport Kathleen Tunstall, Instructor in Early Childhood Education Joanne T. Wright, Lecturer in Psychology English as a Second Language B.S., University of Hartford A.A., University of Bridgeport B.S., College of Saint Rose M.S., Fairfield University B.S., Springfield College M.A., Fairfield University Alan Weiner, Lecturer in Theater Arts M.S.W., Fordham University Majorie Van Cleef, Lecturer in English B.A., University of Miami Barbara Young, Lecturer in Spanish B.A., Oberlin College M.S.A., Antioch International London & B.A., Vassar College M. Ed., University of Massachusetts Oxford M.S., Southern Connecticut State University John Vangor, Lecturer in Mathematics Richard Weingarten, Lecturer in B.A., Eastern Nazarene College Human Services M.Ed., Northeastern University B.A., Trinity College - Hartford M.A.T., Brown University M.A., Pacific Oak College Alicia Velazquez Blanchard, Lecturer in Carol J. Welles, Lecturer in Philosophy

Spanish B.A., Carleton College PEOPLE B.A., Fairfield University M.A.R., Yale University Divinity School M.A., Fairfield University 6th Yr., Central Connecticut State University

www.hcc.commnet.edu 135 Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Adjunct Faculty Facilities Albhin Center, Bridgeport Ashlar of Newtown, Newtown Avante of Lynchburg, Virginia Bishop Wicke Health Care Center Shelton, CT Bloomfield Public Schools, Bloomfield, CT Blue Ridge Therapy Associates, Virginia Bridgeport Community Mental Health Center, Bridgeport Bridgeport Health Care Center, Bridgeport Brookview Health Care Center Bloomfield, CT Bridgeport School System, Bridgeport Cambridge Manor, Fairfield Carolton Hospital & Rehab Center Fairfield, CT Center for Behavioral Health Middletown, CT CT Mental Health Center, New Haven Darian School System, Darian Easton Public School System, Easton, CT Gaylord, Wallingford Giant Steps, Southport, CT Golden Hill Health Care Center, Bridgeport Guilford Public School System, Guilford, CT Hand Therapy Associates, Wallingford Healthsouth, Trumbull, CT Laural Woods Health Center, East Haven Meriden Public School System, Meriden, CT Milford Health Care Center, Milford Monroe Public Schools, Monroe Newtown Public Schools, Newtown, CT Northbridge Health Care Center, Bridgeport Norwalk Rehab Services, Stamford, CT Norwalk School System, Norwalk Rehabilitation Associates, Fairfield, CT St. Vincent's Hospital, Bridgeport, CT St. Vincents Special Needs, Trumbull Stamford School System, Stamford West River Health Care Center , Milford

* As of July 2008

136 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog COLLEGE POLICIES Appendix I College-related activities of another member of 4. Demonstrate respect for others by: the College community and does not create a a. refraining from conduct that constitutes a Policy on Student Conduct risk of harm to the College community. The danger to the personal health or safety of decision to exercise this right will be in the sole Section 1: other members of the College community discretion of the President or his/her designee. and guests or licensees of the College, Student Conduct Philosophy For purposes of the Policy on Student including intentionally causing or attempting Academic institutions exist for the transmission Conduct, a “student” is any person who has to cause injury; of knowledge, the pursuit of truth, the develop- registered for at least one (1) course, credit or b. refraining from conduct that obstructs or ment of students and the general well-being of non-credit, at the College. Student status seriously impairs or attempts to obstruct or society. This Policy is intended to ensure that continues in effect for two (2) calendar years seriously impair College-sponsored or members of the College community are able to after the conclusion of the last course in which College-authorized activities; and pursue their goals in an atmosphere free from the student was registered, unless the student unreasonable interference or threat of interfer- has formally withdrawn from the College, c. refraining from harassment, which is ence. graduated or been expelled. defined as conduct that is abusive or which substantially interferes with a person’s pur- This Policy is also intended to foster the suit of his or her customary or usual affairs; development of important values, including Section 3: accountability, responsibility, fairness, respect Expectations for Student Conduct 5. Demonstrate respect for others by refraining for self and others, appreciation of personal Consistent with the Student Conduct Philos- from sexual misconduct (see the Sexual freedoms and a recognition of the importance ophy set forth in Section 1 of this Policy, Misconduct and Relationship Violence of physical safety in the College community. students are expected to: Statement); Compliance with the Policy provides an 1. Demonstrate respect for the College com- 6. Be truthful in all matters and not knowingly opportunity to develop and practice skills in munity by acting in accordance with make false statements to any employee or leadership, group process, decision making and published Board policies and College rules agent of the Board or the College with ethical and moral reasoning. Students who and regulations; regard to a College-related matter, nor forge, demonstrate these values and possess these alter or otherwise misuse any document or skills are more likely to find success and fulfill- 2. Demonstrate academic integrity by not record; ment in their academic, professional, family engaging in conduct that has as its intent or 7. Comply with the directions of College staff and personal endeavors. effect the false representation of a student’s academic performance, including but not members acting within the scope of their This Policy sets forth a number of expecta- limited to: employment responsibilities; tions for student conduct and prescribes 8. Contribute to a safe and healthy learning procedures for enforcement. Since students are a. cheating on an examination, and working environment by refraining assumed to be at various stages of moral and b. collaborating with others in work to be from the unauthorized possession or use of social development, sanctions imposed should presented, contrary to the stated rules of weapons or dangerous instruments as attempt to assist students in their growth and the course, defined by law and pursuant to Board Policy, development, wherever possible. However, the c. plagiarizing, including the submission of and by refraining from possessing or using paramount consideration must always be to others’ ideas or papers (whether purchased, other objects in a manner that causes harm, protect members of the College community borrowed or otherwise obtained) as one’s threatens or endangers oneself or others; and the educational process from harm. own, 9. Respect oneself and others in the community Section 2: d. stealing or having unauthorized access to by refraining from knowingly possessing, Application of the Student Conduct examination or course materials, using, transferring, selling or being under COLLEGE POLICIES Policy e. falsifying records or laboratory or other the influence of any controlled substance, as data, defined by law, or possessing or consuming This Policy applies to student conduct on alcoholic beverages unless specifically campus and on other property or facilities g. submitting, if contrary to the rules of a authorized, pursuant to Board Policy. Use or owned, controlled or used by the College. It course, work previously presented in another possession of a drug authorized by prescrip- also applies to student conduct on premises not course, and tion from a licensed medical practitioner is owned, controlled or used by the College if the h. knowingly assisting another student in not covered by this statement; off-campus conduct impairs College-related any of the above, including an arrangement 10. Refrain from any unauthorized use of activities or affairs of another member of the whereby any work, classroom performance, College community or creates a risk of harm electronic or other devices to make an audio examination, or other activity is submitted or video record of any person while on to any member or members of the College or performed by a person other than the community. College premises without his/her prior student under whose name the work is knowledge or without his/her expressed Conduct on or off College premises that is submitted or performed; consent; prohibited by federal, state or local law, codes 3. Demonstrate respect for the property of the 11. Conduct oneself in a civil and respectful and ordinances is also covered. Students who College and of others by not damaging or engage in behavior prohibited by law may be manner, both within and outside the destroying or attempting to damage or College. subject to civil or criminal sanctions as well as destroy such property, and by not possessing to the sanctions of this Policy. or attempting to possess such property Students may be sanctioned for behavior Additionally, where a court of law has found without authorization, including unautho- that is not in accordance with the above-stated a student to have violated the law, a College has rized entry to or use of College premises; expectations. the right to impose the sanctions of this Policy even though the conduct does not impair the

www.hcc.commnet.edu 137 Section 4: student on an interim basis if, in the record of the student, that a sanction of less Sanctions judgment of the Dean, the continued than suspension or expulsion is appropriate, presence of the student at the College or the Dean shall schedule an administrative The prior conduct record of a student shall be continued participation in the full range of conference with the student. The student considered in determining the appropriate college activities poses a danger to persons shall be given reasonable notice of the time sanction for a student who has been found to or property or constitutes an ongoing threat and place of the conference. At the adminis- have violated any part of Section 3 of this of disrupting the academic process. trative conference, the student shall have Policy. Sanctions shall be progressive in nature; the opportunity to present information for that is, more serious sanctions may be imposed a. “Interim restrictions” are limitations on the Dean’s consideration. At the conclusion if warranted by the prior conduct record of the the student’s participation in certain College of the administrative conference, the Dean student. functions and activities, access to certain locations on campus or access to certain shall determine whether it is more likely A “sanction” may be any action affecting the persons, that do not prevent the student than not that the student has violated the status of an individual as a student taken by the from continuing to pursue his/her academic Policy and, if so, impose a sanction less than College in response to a violation of this Policy, program. A student upon whom the Dean suspension or expulsion. The Dean shall including but not limited to the following: has placed interim restrictions shall be provide the student with a written explana- 1. “Expulsion” is a permanent separation from afforded written reasons for the restrictions, tion for the determination. The decision of the College that involves denial of all student as well as the time period during which the the Dean shall be final. privileges, including entrance to College interim restrictions shall apply. The decision 5. If, upon the conclusion of the Dean’s inves- premises; of the Dean regarding interim restrictions tigation, the Dean determines that there is 2. “Suspension” is a temporary separation shall be final. reason to believe the student has committed from the College that involves denial of all b. “Interim suspension” is the temporary a violation of any part of Section 3 of this student privileges, including entrance to separation of the student from the College Policy and, after considering both the viola- college premises for the duration of the that involves the denial of all privileges, tion and the prior conduct record of the suspension, and may include conditions for including entrance to College premises. student, that a sanction of suspension or reinstatement; Prior to imposing an interim suspension, expulsion is appropriate, the Dean shall provide the student with reasonable written 3. “Removal of College privileges” involves the Dean shall make a good faith effort to notice of a meeting and shall inform the restrictions on student access to certain meet with the student. At this meeting, the student that his/her failure to attend the locations, functions and/or activities but does Dean shall inform the student of the infor- meeting or to respond to the notice may not preclude the student from continuing to mation received and provide the student an result in the imposition of the maximum pursue his/her academic program; opportunity to present other information for the Dean’s consideration. Based upon the permissible sanction. At the meeting, the 4. “Probation” is a status that indicates either information available at that time, the Dean Dean shall provide the student with a (a) serious misconduct not warranting shall determine whether the student’s written statement that shall include the expulsion, suspension or removal of College continued presence on campus poses a following: privileges, or (b) repetition of misconduct danger to persons or property or constitutes a. a concise statement of the alleged facts; after a warning has been imposed; an ongoing threat of disrupting the academic b. the provision(s) of Section 3 that appear 5. “Warning” is a written notice to the student process. A student suspended on an interim to have been violated; indicating that he or she has engaged in basis by the Dean shall be provided written conduct that is in violation of Section 3 of reasons for the suspension and shall be c. the maximum permissible sanction; and this Policy and that any repetition of such entitled to an administrative conference or a d. a statement that the student may resolve conduct or other conduct that violates this hearing as soon as possible, normally within the matter by mutual agreement with the Policy is likely to result in more serious ten (10) business days from the date the Dean, or may request a hearing by notifying sanctions; interim suspension was imposed. The deci- the Dean in a writing, which must be 6. “Community restitution” requires a student sion of the Dean regarding an interim received by 5:00 pm on the following to perform a number of hours of service on suspension shall be final. business day. the campus or in the community at large. 3. Following the imposition of interim restric- 6. If the student requests a hearing, he/she is tions or interim suspension, if any, the Dean entitled to the following: Section 5: shall promptly investigate the information a. to be heard, within five (5) business days, Procedures received by meeting with individuals who or as soon as reasonably possible, by an The following procedures shall govern the may have knowledge of the matter, including impartial party or panel whose members enforcement of this Policy: the accused student, and by reviewing all shall be appointed by the Dean; relevant documents. If upon the conclusion 1. Information that a student may have of the Dean’s investigation, the Dean deter- b. if the Dean appoints an impartial panel, violated this Policy should be submitted to mines that there is insufficient reason to to have a student on the panel, if requested the Dean of Students or other designee of believe the student has committed a viola- by the student; the President (hereinafter referred to as “the tion of any part of Section 3 of this Policy, c. to appear in person and to have a non- Dean”), normally within thirty (30) days of the Dean shall dismiss the matter and shall lawyer advisor. However, if there is pending the date of a possible violation or within so inform the student in writing. at the time of the hearing a criminal matter thirty (30) days of the date that the facts 4. If, upon the conclusion of the Dean’s inves- pertaining to the same incident that is the constituting a possible violation were subject of the hearing, a lawyer may be known. tigation, the Dean determines that there is reason to believe the student has committed present for the sole purpose of observing 2. Upon receipt of information relating to a a violation of any part of Section 3 of this the proceedings and advising the student possible violation, the Dean may immedi- Policy and, after considering both the concerning the effect of the proceedings on ately place restrictions on or suspend a possible violation and the prior conduct the pending criminal matter;

138 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog d. to hear and to question the information 11.Decisions under this procedure shall be Sexual Misconduct and presented; made only by the college officials indicated. Relationship Violence Statement e. to present information, to present witnesses Section 6: To insure that each member of the Connecticut and to make a statement in his or her behalf; Community College community has the oppor- Additional Hearing Procedures for and tunity to participate fully in the process of Sexual Misconduct Cases f. to receive a written decision following learning and understanding, the Connecticut the hearing. In any hearing conducted pursuant to Section Community Colleges strive to maintain a safe 5, paragraph 6 of this Policy and involving and welcoming environment free from acts of (See Section 6 for additional procedures allegations of sexual misconduct, the accuser sexual misconduct and relationship violence. It regarding sexual misconduct.) and the accused student shall each have the is the intent of the Colleges to provide safety, 7. As used herein, the term “impartial” shall right to: privacy and support to victims of sexual mean that the individual was not a party to a. be accompanied by a support person misconduct and relationship violence. the incident under consideration and has no during the hearing (see Section 5, paragraph Sexual Misconduct is defined as: personal interest in the outcome of the 6c of this policy regarding limited right to proceedings. Prior to the commencement of Non-consensual sexual intercourse, which have a lawyer present.); and the hearing, the student who is subject to includes any sexual intercourse (anal, oral, or the hearing may challenge the appointment b. receive a written report from the Dean vaginal), however slight, with any body part or of an impartial party or panel member on indicating the determination of the impartial object, by a man or a woman, without effective the ground that the person(s) is (are) not party or panel and the sanction(s) imposed consent. impartial. The challenge shall be made in on the accused student, if any. Non-consensual sexual contact, which writing to the Dean and shall contain the includes sexual touching, however slight, with reasons for the assertion that the person(s) Section 7: any object, by a man or a woman, without is (are) not impartial. The decision of the Miscellaneous effective consent. Dean shall be final. The written decision resulting from an admin- Sexual exploitation, which includes non- 8. The written decision of the impartial party istrative conference or a hearing under this consensual, unjust or abusive sexual advantage or panel shall specify whether, based on the Policy shall become part of the student’s educa- taken by a student of another, for his or her information presented, it is more likely than tional record and shall be subject to the provi- own advantage or benefit, or to benefit or not that the student committed the viola- sions of the Family Educational Rights and advantage any one other than the one being tion(s) reported and shall state the sanction Privacy Act (FERPA). While student educational exploited, and that behavior does not otherwise to be imposed, if any. The written decision records are generally protected from disclosure constitute non-consensual sexual intercourse, shall be provided to the student. by FERPA, there are a number of exceptions to non-consensual sexual contact or sexual 9. Sanctions imposed by an impartial party or this rule. Students should be aware that a harassment. Examples of sexual exploitation panel are effective immediately. The record concerning his/her behavior while a include, but are not limited to: prostitution, President may, for good cause, suspend student at the College may be shared with other videotaping consensual sex without a partner’s imposition of the sanctions imposed by the colleges or universities to which the student consent, peeping tommery and knowingly impartial party or panel to allow the student may subsequently wish to transfer or be admitted. transmitting sexually transmitted infections time to prepare a written request for review. Similarly, prospective employers may require a without a partner’s knowledge. student to provide access to his/her College If a written request is received, the President Definition of Consent may continue to suspend imposition of the records as part of the employment application Consent must be informed, freely and sanctions until he has reviewed and acted process. A record of having been sanctioned for actively given, involving an understandable on the student’s request. conduct that violates Section 3 of the Policy may disqualify a student for admission to exchange of affirmative words or actions, which 10.A written request for review of the decision another college or university, and may interfere indicates a willingness to participate in mutually COLLEGE POLICIES of the impartial party or panel must be with his/her selection for employment. agreed upon sexual activity. It is the responsi- received by the President within three (3) bility of the initiator to obtain clear and calendar days after the student is notified of Any question concerning the interpretation or application of this Policy on Student affirmative responses at each stage of sexual the decision and must clearly identify the involvement. The lack of a negative response is grounds for review. The review by the Conduct should be referred to the President or his/her designee. not consent. Consent may not be given by a President is limited to the record of the minor or by any individual who is incapacitated, hearing, the written request and any Section 8: whether voluntarily or involuntarily, by drugs supporting documentation submitted with Publication of Student Conduct and/or alcohol. Past consent of sexual activities the request by the student. The decision of does not imply ongoing future consent. the impartial party or the panel shall be Policy Stalking is defined as; upheld unless the President finds that: This Policy shall be published in College Any behaviors or activities occurring on a. violation of the procedures set forth herein catalogs and student handbooks and should be more than one (1) occasion that collectively significantly prejudiced the student; and/or distributed in other ways that are likely to ensure student awareness of the Policy. instill fear in the victim and/or threaten her/his b. the information presented to the impartial safety, mental health and/or physical health. party or panel was not substantial enough to Section 9: Such behaviors or activities may include, but justify the decision; and/or, Policy Review are not limited to, whether on or off campus, c. the sanction(s) imposed was (were) non-consensual communications (face to face, Five years following adoption of this Policy, and disproportionate to the seriousness of the telephone, e-mail, etc.), threatening or obscene as often thereafter as the Chancellor shall deem violation. gestures, surveillance or being present outside appropriate, the Chancellor shall designate a the victim’s classroom or workplace. committee to review the Policy on Student Conduct, as necessary. www.hcc.commnet.edu 139 Relationship Violence is defined as: Time for Reporting exception to the data or views offered in any Physical abuse, which can include but is not Normally reports must be received by the course of study, but they are responsible for limited to, slapping, pulling hair or punching. Dean of Students or other designee of the learning the content of the course of study as defined by official college publications. Threat of abuse, which can include but is President within thirty (30) days of the date of not limited to, threatening to hit, harm or use a a possible violation or within thirty (30) days Community college students are both citi- weapon on another (whether victim or of the date the facts constituting a possible zens and members of the academic community. acquaintance, friend or family member of the violation were known. However, the College As citizens they enjoy the same freedom of victim) or other forms of verbal threat. recognizes that the decision to file a report of speech, peaceful assembly, and right of petition sexual misconduct or relationship violence is that other citizens enjoy, and as members of the Emotional abuse, which can include but is difficult and may take some time. Because academic community they are subject to the not limited to, damage to one’s property, driving memories may fade and witnesses may become obligations which accrue to them by virtue of recklessly to scare someone, name calling, inaccessible, the sooner information is gathered, this membership. threatening to hurt one’s pets and humiliating the greater is the ability of the College to another person. effectively investigate and resolve the matter Section 2: Sexual harassment, which can include any fairly to all parties concerned. Student Grievance Procedure unwelcome sexual advance or request for sexual (Adopted October 18, 1976; amended 1. Definition: A grievance is an allegation by a favors, or any conduct of a sexual nature when February 19, 1979, April 20, 1981, July 20, student that, as to him or her, an agent of submission to such conduct is made either 1981, November 16, 1987, and February 26, the college has violated board or college explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an 1990, and entirely replaced February 26, policies relating to students other than individual’s education; submission to or rejec- 2007) assignment of grades or other academic tion of such conduct by an individual is used as evaluation (see Section 3: Review of a basis for academic decisions affecting the Academic Standing). individual; or such conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an 2. How to file a grievance: A grievance is to be individual’s academic performance or creating submitted in writing to the dean of student an intimidating, hostile or offensive educational Appendix II affairs or such other college official as the environment. Examples of conduct which may president may designate (hereinafter, the constitute sexual harassment include but are Policy on Student Rights dean of student affairs), within thirty days of not limited to: the date the grievant knew or reasonably Section 1: should have known of the alleged violation. a. sexual flirtation, touching, advances or Rights of Students The written grievance shall specify the right propositions It is the policy of the Board of Trustees of claimed to have been violated and state b. verbal abuse of a sexual nature Community-Technical colleges that the educa- briefly the underlying facts. c. pressure to engage in sexual activity tional offerings of the community colleges be 3. Procedure for grievance resolution: The available to students without regard to the dean of student affairs shall investigate the d. graphic or suggestive comments about an individual’s race, color, religious creed, sex, age, individual’s dress or appearance grievance and, within thirty days from the national origin, ancestry, present or past history time the grievance was submitted recom- e. use of sexually degrading words to of mental disorder, marital status, sexual orien- mend to the president a disposition of the describe an individual tation, mental or learning or physical disability, grievance, except as provided hereinafter: including, but not limited to, blindness, or f. display of sexually suggestive objects, a. In the course of each investigation, the pictures or photographs prior conviction of a crime (unless the provisions of sections 46a-60(b), 46a-80(b), or 46a-81(b) dean of student affairs shall consult with the g. sexual jokes of the Connecticut general statutes are dean responsible for the area of college h. stereotypic comments based upon gender controlling or there is a bona fide educational operations in which the grievance arose. i. threats, demands or suggestions that qualification excluding persons in one of the b. In the case of a grievance alleging retention of one’s educational status is con- above protected groups). With respect to the discrimination based on race, color, religious tingent upon toleration of or acquiescence foregoing, discrimination on the basis of sex creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, in sexual advances. shall include sexual harassment as defined in present or past history of mental disorder, Section 46A-60(8) of the Connecticut General marital status, mental retardation or physical The definitions contained in this statement Statutes. Further, the system will not discrimi- disability, prior conviction of a crime, are in addition to any applicable provisions of nate against any person on the grounds of political beliefs, veteran status, or sexual state law. political beliefs or veteran status. preference, the dean of student affairs shall Students are entitled to an atmosphere consult with the college’s affirmative action Confidentiality conducive to learning and to impartial treat- person during the course of the investiga- While the College will treat reports of sexual ment in all aspects of the teacher-student tion. misconduct and relationship violence seriously relationship. The student should not be forced c. In the case of a grievance against a dean, and with sensitivity for all concerned, the by the authority inherent in the instructional the grievance shall be filed with the president. College can not assure complete confidentiality role to make particular personal choices as to The president may accept or reject the in all instances with respect to such informa- political action or his or her own part in society. recommendation, or direct such further tion, particularly when that information pertains Evaluation of students and the award of credit investigation as he or she deems appropriate. to an offense or an alleged offender that may must be based on academic performance pro- The president shall notify the student of the affect the safety of others on campus or is fessionally judged and not on matters irrelevant final disposition of the grievance within mandated to be reported. to that performance, whether personality, race, fifteen days of receiving the recommendation, religion, degree of political activism, or personal except for good cause or as provided in 4., beliefs. Students are free to take reasoned below.

140 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog 4. Advisory Committee: The president may or she decides that fairness requires broader II. Withdrawals and Refunds - establish an advisory committee of students review. The decision of the president shall General Tuition Fund Courses and staff which may be charged with the be final. 1. A registered student wishing to withdraw responsibility of making recommendations 5. The time frames provided herein may be must submit a withdrawal request, in writing at either the level of the deans or the president. modified by the president for good cause with appropriate documentation, to the The president may appoint and remove shown. Registrar. The effective date of withdrawal is members of the committee. If an advisory the date the withdrawal is received by the committee is appointed, the president shall (Adopted October 18, 1976; amended Registrar. In counting calendar days, if the establish a reasonable time frame within February 19, 1979, April 20, 1981, July 20, latest date for withdrawal falls on a Saturday which the committee must make recom- 1981, November 16, 1987, February 26, 1990, or Sunday, the preceding Friday shall be the mendations. March 16, 1998, and November 15, 1999) effective day. If the latest date for withdrawal Section 3: falls on a legal holiday, the prior business day shall be the effective day. Review of Academic Standing 2. For Notice of Withdrawal received prior to A student may seek review of the assignment of the first day of college classes for that semester, a grade or other decision affecting academic Appendix III a refund of 100 percent of tuition, lab and status in accordance with the following proce- studio fees will be granted for both full-time dure: Refunds of Tuition and and part-time students. College services fees 1. The grade or academic decision affecting Fees (6.5.5) and student activity fees are non-refundable. academic status should be discussed informally I. Registration and Fee Deposit - 3. For Notice of Withdrawal received on the with the instructor or official responsible for General Tuition Fund Courses first day of classes and through the four- the decision within fifteen calendar days of the teenth calendar day of that semester, a student’s awareness of the decision. 1. Full-time and part-time students registering prior to the tuition due date must pay a refund of 50 percent of total tuition, lab and 2. If the matter is not satisfactorily adjusted non-refundable deposit of all college services studio fees applicable to the courses for within ten calendar days of this appeal or fees and student activity fees applicable to which registered will be granted for both the instructor is not available, the student the courses for which registered, exclusive full-time and part-time students. College may refer the matter to the academic dean of tuition. services fees and student activity fees are by filing a written appeal. The appeal must non-refundable. be filed with the academic dean within thirty 2. The total tuition and mandatory usage fees 4. For a reduction in load which occurs on the calendar days of the student’s awareness of applicable to the courses for which regis- first day of classes and through the four- the decision which is being appealed. Upon tered is payable in one installment and is teenth calendar day of that semester, 50 receipt of such appeal, the dean shall meet due approximately three weeks before the percent of the difference of the tuition with the instructor, if he or she is available, first day of classes unless a deferred pay- applicable to the original and revised course to determine that step 1 has taken place or ment plan, in accordance with the approved schedules will be refunded. is not possible and to receive relevant Board of Trustees policy, has been approved information from the instructor responsible by the Bursar’s Office. 5. No refund of tuition will be granted for for the decision. The dean may then refer 3. Failure to have made all applicable pay- either full-time or part-time students the matter to the academic supervisor for ments by announced deadlines will result in beyond the fourteenth calendar day after the informal consideration prior to step 3 below. the withdrawal of the student’s registration first day of classes. 3. The academic dean or other designated unless a deferred payment plan has been 6. Please refer to the appropriate College official(s) shall afford review as provided approved. course schedule for specific date and time

below. The president may designate an 4. All registrations which occur during the deadlines. COLLEGE POLICIES official or an academic appeals committee to three-week period before the first day of provide review at this step in lieu of the classes shall be accompanied by full pay- III. Withdrawals and Refunds - academic dean. ment of all tuition and fees applicable to the Tuition Fund Courses The student shall be afforded the right to course for which registered unless a 1. One-hundred (100) percent refund of present a statement of appeal and relevant deferred payment plan has been approved. tuition and fees will be granted students information in support of it. It is the student’s 5. Please refer to the appropriate College entering the Armed Services before responsibility to show that the decision in course schedule for specific date and time earning degree credit in any semester, upon question is arbitrary, i.e., without a reason- deadlines. submitting notice in writing of withdrawal able basis, or was made for improper accompanied by a certified copy of enlist- reasons in violation of section 1 of this ment papers. policy. The student is entitled to a written 2. Veterans or other eligible persons (war response within thirty days of the comple- orphans, children of disabled veterans, tion of his or her presentation. A decision to etc.): change the grade or modify the decision a. which has been appealed is advisory to and Those covered by subsection (b) of subject to the approval of the president. section 10-38 (h) of the General Statues (Vietnam-Era veterans and dependent 4. The foregoing decision may be appealed to children of certain veterans) pay no tuition; the president by filing a statement of appeal only their fees will be refunded as that of all within ten calendar days of the date of the other students. decision. Review by the president shall be on the basis of the written record unless he

www.hcc.commnet.edu 141 b. Veterans or other eligible persons war has no enrollment in any credit courses as of E. Publication of Payment and orphans, children of disabled veterans, etc.) the end of the college’s official drop-add period, Refund Policies will be granted a refund in the same manner may request a full refund of the clinical fee or All colleges will insert in their college cata- as any other student. elimination of the fee receivable from his or her logs and brochures the information concerning account. tuition payment and refunds contained in this IV. Withdrawals and Refunds - The mandatory laboratory and studio fees policy. Extension Fund Courses paid by all students for each registration in a F. Special Waivers 1. Class cancellations: If an Extension Fund general/tuition or extension funded credit course is canceled, students will receive a course with a laboratory or studio requirement College presidents are authorized to modify full refund of all tuition and applicable fees. as defined in 6.5.2.II B, is refundable according the tuition and fee refund policy for specific students on a case by case basis under the 2. If you wish to withdraw from a course and to the same terms and schedule as the applica- ble tuition or extension fee refund, and is 100% following extenuating or extraordinary circum- receive a tuition refund, you must notify stances: severe illness documented by a doctor’s the Registrar’s Office in writing of your refundable when the course section is cancelled by the college. certificate; erroneous advisement by the college; withdrawal prior to the first day of College and military transfer. Other extenuating or classes for that semester. II. General Tuition Funded Courses extraordinary circumstances may also be 3. Please refer to the appropriate College considered upon written request submitted by A. Refund Schedule - General course schedule for specific date and time a college president to the chancellor. deadlines. For notice of withdrawal received prior to Exceptions which should not normally be the first day of college classes for that semester, considered include change in job, normal V. General Conditions a refund of one hundred percent of total tuition illness, and poor decision or change of mind by 1. The special fees which are non-refundable will be granted for both full-time and part-time a student. students. are as follows: G. Change of Registration - Application Fee For notice of withdrawal received on the General and Extension Courses first day of classes and through the fourteenth Where a student has changed his or her Program Enrollment Fee calendar day of that semester, a refund of fifty course schedule to a different mix of general percent of total tuition applicable to the courses Late Registration Fee and extension credit courses, the college may for which registered will be granted for both Late Payment Fee elect not to apply the refund policy which full-time and part-time students. Make-up Examination Fee would otherwise be in effect with respect to the For a reduction in load which occurs on the course(s) deleted, and may, instead, collect or Graduation Fee (payable in semester in first day of classes and through the fourteenth refund only the net amount due based on the which student expects to graduate) calendar day of that semester, fifty percent of tuition and fee policies applicable to the total Replacement of lost ID card the difference of the tuition applicable to the student course load. original and revised course schedule will be Academic Evaluation Fee refunded. III. Extension Funded Credit Courses Transcript Fee No refund of tuition will be granted for - Extension fees may be refunded in Returned Check either full-time or part-time students beyond accordance with the following: CLEP Examination Fee each exam the fourteenth calendar day after the first day of A student who withdraws by the last business classes. CLEP Service Fee day before the first class meeting of the B. Refund Schedule - Armed Services course(s) is entitled to a full refund of all Installment Payment Plan Fee One hundred percent refund of tuition and extension [account] fees. A request for with- Portfolio Assessment Fee fees will be granted students entering the drawal must be received by the president or his 2. For purposes of the refund policy outlined, armed services before earning degree credit in or her designee no later than the end of the last an individual is considered a student when any semester, upon submitting notice in writing regular business day of the college before the he/she has registered and paid, either by of withdrawal accompanied by a certified copy first meeting of the course(s). cash or by obligation, by the first day of of enlistment papers. A student reducing his or her extension class. C. Special Fees - The following special fees course load will be entitled to a full refund of The complete Board of Trustees policy follows are non-refundable: extension [account] fees appropriate to the in it’s entirety. course(s) dropped, provided the request for application fee refund is received by the president or his or her I. Required Fees program enrollment fee designee no later than the end of the last regular business day of the college before the The college services fee and student activity late registration fee first class meeting of the course(s). fee paid by all students registering for credit graduation fee general tuition funded courses, or credit exten- No refund will be made after the first class sion funded courses, is non-refundable, except replacement of lost ID card fee meeting of the course except in cases of serious when course sections cancelled by the college academic evaluation fee illness or other extraordinary circumstances, at the discretion of the college president or his or would result in a change in fees otherwise due. portfolio assessment fee her designee. The mandatory clinical fee paid each Fall D. Students Covered and Spring by enrolled students matriculated If a class is cancelled, a full refund of exten- and declaring a major in a Level 1 or 2 allied For purposes of the refund policy outlined sion course fees will be made. health program as defined in 6.5.2.II B, is non- above, an individual is considered a student refundable, except that a student who drops when he or she has registered and paid, in part out of the allied health program entirely or who or full, either by cash or by obligation, by the first day of class. 142 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog IV. Refund Policy for Students electronic communications and network damage, adverse effects on IT resources, loss of Participating in Federal Title IV security. Colleges shall ensure that users of IT evidence of one or more violations of law or of Student Aid Programs resources are aware of all IT policies, standards the CCC policies or liability to the CCC or to and procedures, as appropriate. members of the CCC community. Refund or return of Federal Title IV funds shall be made in accordance with applicable (Adopted October 21, 2002) IT Resources: Federal rules and regulations, as amended from [This policy replaces that adopted on July 22, This includes, but is not limited to, computers, time to time, which shall take precedence over 1985.] computing staff, hardware, software, networks, these tuition and fee refund policies. computing laboratories, databases, files, infor- mation, software licenses, computing-related The chancellor or designee shall implement Acceptable Use Policy contracts, network bandwidth, usernames, procedures to ensure compliance with Federal I. Introduction passwords, documentation, disks, CD-ROMs, requirements. DVDs, magnetic tapes, and electronic commu- Section 6.5.5, IV A and IV B – Repealed This Policy governs the acceptable use of nication. December, 2002. Connecticut Community Colleges (CCC) Information Technology (IT) resources. These D. Responsibilities (Adopted March 21, 1994; amended July 22, resources are a valuable asset to be used and Policy. This Policy was issued by the 1996; June 19, 2000, December 16, 2002) managed responsibly to ensure their integrity, Chancellor of the CCC after consultation with security, and availability for appropriate appropriate councils, including the Council of academic and administrative use. Presidents and the Information Technology Users of CCC IT resources are responsible Policy Committee. for using those resources in accordance with Implementation. In support of this Policy, Appendix IV CCC policies and the law. Use of CCC IT system standards and procedures shall be resources is a privilege that depends upon developed, published and maintained. And Information Technology appropriate use of those resources. Individuals where CCC standards and procedures do not Resources (2.8.1) who violate CCC policy or the law regarding exist, each college is responsible for policy the use of IT resources are subject to loss of implementation. The Connecticut Community College (CCC) access to those resources as well as to CCC Informational Material. Each college shall System provides information technology disciplinary and/or legal action. resources (IT resources) to faculty, staff and ensure that users of CCC IT resources are aware of all IT policies, standards and procedures as students for academic and administrative use. II. General Provisions IT resources may also be available to members appropriate. A. Purpose of the college community through college E. Violations of Law and Policy libraries and websites. This policy applies to all The purpose of this Policy is to: The CCC considers any violation of accept- users of IT resources. • Ensure that CCC IT resources are used for able use to be a serious offense and reserves the IT resources include, but are not limited to, purposes appropriate to the CCC mission right to copy and examine any files or informa- computers and peripheral hardware, software, and goals; tion resident on CCC IT resources to ensure networks, databases, electronic communica- • Prevent disruptions to and misuse of CCC compliance. Violations of this policy should be tions and Internet connectivity. CCC IT IT resources; reported to the appropriate CCC authority. resources are the property of the Board of Sanctions of Law. Both federal and state Trustees. Use of such resources is a privilege • Ensure that the CCC community is aware that use of CCC IT resources is subject to law prohibit theft or abuse of IT resources. and is subject to such IT policies, standards and Abuses include (but are not limited to) unau- procedures as may be promulgated from time state and federal laws and the CCC policies; and thorized entry, use, transfer, tampering with the to time. communications of others, and interference COLLEGE POLICIES IT resources shall be used solely for legitimate • Ensure that IT resources are used in compli- with the work of others and with the operation and authorized academic and administrative ance with those laws and the CCC policies. of IT resources. Any form of harassing, defam- purposes, and in furtherance of CCC mission B. Scope atory, offensive, illegal, discriminatory, obscene, and goals. They shall not be used for personal This Policy applies to: or pornographic communication, at any time, purposes, including monetary gain. Use of IT to any person is also prohibited by law. Viola- resources may be monitored by the appropriate • All IT resources owned or managed by the tions of law may result in criminal penalties. CCC; CCC authority to ensure proper and efficient Disciplinary Actions. Violators of this usage, as well as to identify problems or to • All IT resources provided by the CCC Policy may be subject to disciplinary action up check for security violations. through contracts and other agreements to and including dismissal or expulsion pursuant Any unauthorized or illegitimate use of IT with the CCC; and to applicable Board policies and collective resources may subject the user to disciplinary • All users and uses of CCC IT resources. bargaining agreements. action, up to and including dismissal or expul- C. Definitions F. No Expectation of Privacy sion, as well as loss of computing privileges. Users must comply with all applicable state and The following terms are used in this Policy. There is no expectation of privacy in the use federal laws and may be subject to criminal Knowledge of these definitions is important to of CCC IT resources. CCC reserves the right to prosecution for violation thereof under state an understanding of this Policy: inspect, monitor, and disclose all IT resources and federal laws. Appropriate CCC Authority: including files, data, programs and electronic Chancellor, College President or designee. communications records without the consent The Chancellor is authorized to promulgate of the holder of such records. necessary and appropriate IT policies, standards Compelling Circumstances: and procedures, including but not limited to Circumstances in which time is of the essence those affecting acceptable uses of IT resources, or failure to act might result in property loss or www.hcc.commnet.edu 143 III. Acceptable Use Appendix V Appendix VI In making acceptable use of CCC IT resources you must: Policy on AIDS and Other Racism and Acts of • use resources solely for legitimate and Communicable Diseases Intolerance - Policy authorized administrative and academic (2.10) Statement (2.1.5) purposes. The community college system reaffirms its The community colleges have long been com- • protect your User ID and IT resources from commitment to provide a safe and healthy mitted to providing educational opportunities unauthorized use. You are responsible for all educational environment, safeguard the rights to all who seek and can benefit from them, as activities on your User ID or that originate of individuals, and comply with state and evidenced in the mission statements and policies from IT resources under your control. federal antidiscrimination laws and regulations. concerning student rights, affirmative action, • access only information that is your own, Sound and compassionate legal, ethical, moral, and equal opportunity. The board and the that is publicly available, or to which you and educational principles require that students colleges recognize that an important part of have been given authorized access. and employees with AIDS, HIV infection, and providing opportunity is creating a welcoming • use only legal versions of copyrighted soft- other communicable diseases be accorded the environment in which all people are able to ware in compliance with vendor license same rights and assume the same responsibili- work and study together, regardless of their requirements. ties as all other members of the community differentness. At the same time, colleges and college community. It is recognized that the universities have traditionally been at the • use shared resources appropriately. (e.g. best method of allaying fears and promoting cutting edge of protection of our most cherished refrain from monopolizing systems, over- understanding is education: the dissemination freedoms, most notably freedom of speech loading networks with excessive data, of information based on fact and current and non-violent action, which protect even degrading services, or wasting computer scientific knowledge. unpopular or divisive ideas and perspectives. time, connect time, disk space, printer paper, manuals, or other resources). 1. People with AIDS and other communicable Such constitutionally-protected expression diseases shall be accorded the same rights as can contribute to an unwelcoming and even In making acceptable use of CCC IT all other students and employees. State offensive social and educational environment resources you must NOT: and federal laws and regulations prohibit for some individuals in the college community, • use CCC IT resources to violate any CCC discrimination against and harassment of particularly when it concerns race, religion, policy or state or federal law. individuals solely because of disability. No sex, sexual orientation, disability, national • use another person’s IT resource, User ID, individual shall be discriminated against in origin, or ethnicity, and the first amendment password, files, or data. any college programs, services, or employ- does not preclude colleges from taking affirma- ment solely because of his or her status as tive steps to sensitize the college community to • have unauthorized access or breach any AIDS- or HIV-infected or having any other the effects of creating such a negative environ- security measure including decoding pass- communicable disease. ment. Therefore, the community colleges words or accessing control information, or recognize that they have an obligation not only attempt to do any of the above. 2. Each college shall provide information and educational programs and activities con- to punish proscribed actions, but also to • engage in any activity that might be harmful cerning AIDS and other communicable provide programs which promote pluralism to IT resources or to any information stored diseases for students and employees. Such and diversity and encourage the college thereon, such as creating or propagating information and programs shall rely on the community to respect and appreciate the value viruses, disrupting services, damaging files most current knowledge about such diseases and dignity of every person and his or her right or making unauthorized modifications to and shall focus on how such diseases are to an atmosphere not only free of harassment, computer data. and are not transmitted, how they can be hostility, and violence but supportive of indi- • make or use illegal copies of copyrighted prevented, and the rights of persons with vidual academic, personal, social, and profes- materials or software, store such copies on such diseases. sional growth. CCC IT resources, or transmit them over 3. Each college president shall designate an Acts of racism or harassment directed CCC networks. individual responsible for coordination, against individuals or specific groups of indi- • harass or intimidate others or interfere with delivery, and evaluation of the college AIDS viduals will not be tolerated and will be dealt the ability of others to conduct CCC business. education program. with under the employee affirmative action grievance procedures and the student grievance • directly or indirectly cause strain on IT A committee representative of the college and disciplinary procedures. resources such as downloading large files, community should be involved in formulating unless prior authorization from the appro- educational and information activities. Each college will provide a comprehensive priate CCC authority is given. educational program designed to foster under- 4. Restrictions shall not be placed on admission, standing of differentness and the value of • use CCC IT resources for personal purposes programs, services, or employment offered cultural diversity. This will include plans to (1) including but not limited to, monetary gain, to an individual on the basis of a diagnosis promote pluralism, (2) educate the college commercial or political purposes. of AIDS, HIV infection, or other communi- community about appropriate and inappropriate • engage in any other activity that does not cable disease, except in individual cases behaviors to increase sensitivity and encourage comply with the general principles presented when it has been medically determined that acceptance, and (3) widely disseminate this policy above. there is risk of infection or danger to others statement to the entire college community. or in programs from which individuals with specific communicable diseases are excluded (Adopted February 26, 1990) by law or regulation. All community college employees are further subject to the June 3, 1988 “AIDS Policy for State Personnel” and the January 1987 “AIDS Guidelines for State Personnel.” 144 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog People with Disabilities: Grievance Procedure for e. display of sexually suggestive objects, Policy Statement (2.1.6) Students with Disabilities pictures or photographs; f. sexual jokes; People with Disabilities in the If the conflict resolution process (as detailed Community Colleges in the Guide For Students With Disabilities) g. stereotypic comments based upon gender; doesn’t resolve the conflict a student may The Board of Trustees of Community-Technical h. threats, demands or suggestions that submit a written grievance within 15 days to Colleges and all of the colleges under its juris- retention of one’s employment or educational the Dean of Students stating the nature of the diction are committed to the goal of achieving status is contingent upon toleration of or complaint, procedures already taken and remedy equal educational opportunity and full partici- acquiescence in sexual advances. sought. These reports are confidential and will pation for people with disabilities in the The perpetrator of sexual harassment, like not be disclosed to unauthorized persons. The community colleges. To that end, this statement the victim of such conduct, may be a man or a Dean will seek a resolution to the grievance by of policy is put forth to reaffirm our commit- woman. Sexual harassment may involve having a hearing with all the parties involved, ment to ensure that no qualified person be individuals of the same or opposite sex and, in including the Coordinator of Disabilities excluded from participation in, be denied the the College environment, may involve an Support Services. If a resolution is not reached benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to employee and a student, an employee and the student may appeal to the President of the discrimination under any program or activity another employee or a student and another college who shall make the final decision. on a community college campus or in the student. Harassment in any of these relation- system office of the board of trustees. ships is a violation of the Board’s policy. The board recognizes that a physical or Policy Against Sexual Because of the power relationship between functional impairment is a disability only to the Harassment faculty and student, and between supervisor extent that it contributes to cutting the person and subordinate employee, freedom of choice off from some valued experience, activity, or Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimina- may be compromised in such relationships. role. Higher education is therefore especially tion which is illegal under state and federal law Accordingly, this policy holds that where a important to people with disabilities, since it and is also prohibited by the Board of Trustee’ faculty member or professional staff member aims to increase every student’s access to valued Nondiscrimination Policy. The Board’s policy has responsibility for a student through teaching, experiences, activities, and roles. Improving recognizes that sexual harassment undermines advising, supervision or other obligation, access for students and employees means the integrity of employer-employee and student- romantic or sexual liaisons between such removing existing barriers that are physical, faculty-staff relationships and interferes with persons shall be deemed a violation of this programmatic, and attitudinal; it also means the right of all members of the College policy. Romantic or sexual liaisons between taking care not to erect new barriers along the community to work and learn in an environ- supervisors and subordinate employees, while way. ment free from harassment. Such conduct will not prohibited, are strongly discouraged. not be tolerated. The efforts of the community colleges to It should be noted, additionally, that retalia- accommodate people with disabilities should Sexual harassment may be described as: tion against a person for complaining or being be measured against the goals of full participa- Any unwelcome sexual advance or request associated in any way with the resolution of a tion and integration. Services and programs for sexual favors, or any conduct of a sexual complaint of sexual harassment also violates best promote full participation and integration nature when (a) submission to such conduct is Board policy. of people with disabilities when they comple- made either explicitly or implicitly a term or ment and support, but do not duplicate, the condition of an individual’s employment or What to do if you are the victim of regular services and programs of the college. education, (b) submission to or a rejection of sexual harassment Achieving the goal of full participation and such conduct by an individual is used as a basis When an employee or student feels that he or integration of people with disabilities requires for employment or academic decisions affecting she has been the victim of sexual harassment, cooperative efforts within and among higher the individual, or (c) such conduct has the he or she should report such incident(s) to a COLLEGE POLICIES education. The board of trustees will work with purpose or effect of substantially interfering College official. the board of governors to achieve a higher level with an individual’s academic or work perform- ance or creating an intimidating, hostile or Report incidents of sexual harassment to the of services and appropriate delivery methods at Dean of Students, the Director of Learning all Connecticut Community Colleges. offensive employment or educational environ- ment. Support, the College Affirmative Action Officer This statement is intended to reaffirm the or another College official who has been desig- board’s commitment to affirmative action and Sexual harassment may be verbal, visual or nated by the President as a recipient of such equal opportunity for all people and in no way physical. It may be overt or implicit and may, complaints. to replace the equal opportunity policy state- but need not, have tangible adverse effects on the victim’s employment or learning experience. Nothing shall prevent students from speaking ment. to a college counselor about their concerns. (Adopted November 20, 1989) Examples of conduct which may constitute However, this communication is not a substitute sexual harassment include, but are not limited for filing a complaint of sexual harassment with Note: The Section 504 Coordinator for to: Housatonic Community College is the Dean of an appropriate College designee. Students. a. sexual flirtation, touching, advances or A claim that an employee of a third party propositions; contractor has engaged in sexual harassment on b. verbal abuse of a sexual nature; College premises or in connection with the c. graphic or suggestive comments about an performance of the third party contract should individual’s dress or appearance; be reported immediately either to the President or to another appropriate official as set forth in d. use of sexually degrading words to this policy. The President will ensure that describe an individual; appropriate follow-up action is taken.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 145 Depending on the nature of the complaint Notice re: Campus Sex Crimes Appendix VII and the desires of the complainant, the College Prevention Act official to whom the complaint has been made As a result of a recent decision by the U.S. may attempt to resolve the complaint informally. Policy on Violence Supreme Court, the Connecticut Department Prevention and Response Any informal resolution of a complaint must be of Public Safety (CDPS) is again publishing the approved by the College President. No person names of persons who have been convicted of (2.13) shall be forced to pursue informal avenues of criminal sex offenses and who are required to On August 4, 1999, Governor John G. resolution before filing a formal complaint of register in Connecticut. The law requires us to Rowland signed Executive Order No. 16 sexual harassment. inform you that sex offender registry informa- instituting a “zero tolerance ”Violence in the If informal resolution is not possible or tion is available at CDPS offices throughout the Workplace Prevention Policy for all state appropriate, a written complaint should be State, at local police departments and at state agency personnel, contractors, subcontractors filed in accordance with the existing Student police troops with jurisdiction over your and vendors. In accordance with this directive Grievance Procedure (see page 167). A written region. It is also available online at and in an effort to provide a safe environment complaint should be filed within thirty (30) www.state.ct.us/dps/Sex_Offender_Registry.ht for employees, students, visitors and guests days of the date the grievant knew or should m. while on the premises of the Community have known of the alleged harassment. Note that it is not the obligation of higher Colleges, the Board of Trustees of Community- However, a delay in filing a formal complaint education institutions to request information Technical Colleges has adopted and expanded will not be a reason for refusing to investigate concerning registered sex offenders from the the application of the Governor’s policy. such complaints. Although the ability to inves- State. However, we are required to let you Executive Order No. 16 is attached to this tigate may be compromised by delay, a written know that law enforcement agency information Board policy and is fully incorporated herein. complaint will be treated in the manner pre- concerning a person on the registry may be For purposes of this policy, “violence” is scribed by this policy if filed within 180 days of obtained by making a request of the CDPS for defined as an overt act or threat of harm to a the date the student knew or should have the criminal history record of such person. The person or property, or any act that poses a known of the alleged harassment. name and date of birth of the individual are substantial threat to the safety of any person or When a formal complaint of sexual harass- required for such search. property. “Premises” is defined as any space ment is received, the College will investigate it. Note also that inclusion in the sex offender owned or leased by the Community Colleges or The rights of all persons involved in the inves- registry does not per se disqualify any person any of its constituent units, including vehicles tigation shall be respected and every effort will from employment or from being a student at an and any location where college or system be made to protect the confidentiality of both institution of higher education. Since persons business or activities are conducted. the alleged victim and the alleged harasser. included in the registry have been released into Conduct that may violate this policy Toward this end, only persons with a need to the community, by definition, they have repaid includes, but is not limited to, the following: know shall be made privy to the complaint. their debt to society. Also note that it is a However, complete anonymity cannot be • Intimidating, harassing or threatening criminal offense to use information in the sex behaviors assured, given the College’s obligation under offender registry to injure, harass or commit a law to investigate and take appropriate action criminal act against any person included in the • Physical abuse, including hitting, slapping, in all cases of sexual harassment. registry. poking, kicking punching, grabbing, etc. All complaints of sexual harassment shall be If you have any questions or concerns about • Verbal abuse, including yelling, shouting, taken seriously. It is expected that complaints the information contained in this memoran- use of sexually, racially or ethnically charged will be made in good faith, however. Frivolous dum, please address them to the Dean of epithets, etc. or vexatious complaints can cause irremediable Students or to the Human Resource Director, as • Vandalism damage to the reputation of an accused person, appropriate. even though he or she is subsequently vindi- • Carrying or possessing weapons or danger- cated. Therefore, any person who files a false ous instruments of any kind on Community complaint of sexual harassment shall himself or College premises, unless properly authorized herself be subject to disciplinary action, up to • Using such weapons and including expulsion. • Any other act that a reasonable person A student who believes he or she has been would consider to constitute a threat of vio- sexually harassed may, in addition to the avail- lence, including oral or written statements, able grievance procedure, file a complaint with gestures or expressions that communicate a the federal Office for Civil Rights, U.S. direct or indirect threat of physical harm. Department of Education (Region 1), John W. McCormack Post Office and Courthouse, Room 222, Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109.

146 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Reporting Threats or Violent Act: Appendix VIII Students may recruit for student club A person who feels that he or she has been memberships at club-sponsored meetings, subjected to threats or acts of violence as activities or events. Additionally, recognized Event Planning and student clubs and organizations may seek to defined herein, or a person who witnesses such Campus Speaker Policy for threats or acts, must report the incident to a use the facilities of the College for the purpose supervisor, manager or to the Human Students of raising funds for bona fide charities and Resources office. Supervisors and managers Purpose Statement: affiliated with the activities of the club or organization. Student clubs and organizations who receive such reports shall seek advice from In the traditions of open inquiry, academic the Human Resources office regarding investi- must seek permission (for time, place, and freedom, and the pursuit of truth and know- manner considerations only) for such fund- gating the incident and initiating appropriate ledge, the College encourages students to plan action. Serious incidents or serious threats of raising activities from the Dean of Students’ student activities and events, including programs Office. imminent danger to the safety of persons or that involve outside speakers or performers. property should immediately be reported to Such programs are an invaluable opportunity Individual students or groups of students proper law enforcement authorities and/or to to encourage the free exchange of ideas in an not affiliated with a recognized student club or the campus Public Safety/Security Department. atmosphere of mutual respect and civility. organization may plan student activity events and, in the absence of a Faculty Advisor or club Any individual who has applied for or Policy: obtained a protective or restraining order affiliation, must collaborate directly from the which lists the premises of the Community Students as well as formally recognized and Dean of Students’ Office and comply with all Colleges as protected areas, must provide to the funded student clubs or organizations may other event planning procedures and require- Human Resources office a copy of the petition request the use of College facilities and equip- ments. and declaration used to seek the order, a copy ment for meetings or events, including programs Any student or student group wishing to of any temporary protective or restraining order that involve outside speakers or performers. initiate a spontaneous event or activity, for that is granted, and a copy of any protective or Student planned activities and events are subject which no campus facility or equipment is restraining order that is made permanent. The to all applicable policies, procedures, and needed or requested, may do so provided the sensitivity of the information requested is guidelines as set forth by the College adminis- activity does not interrupt the normal operation understood and colleges are responsible for tration and by the Board of Trustees, including and business of the College. Requests for use of treating such information in a manner that policies related to free speech, peaceful campus facilities and equipment requires recognizes and respects the privacy of the assembly, nondiscrimination event planning, advanced reservations, planning, and paper- reporting person. college purchasing, etc. Speakers should be work. made aware by the club of all applicable Any student-organized activities, events, Enforcement of this Policy: policies and procedures and of their obligation to comply. and meetings that do not comply with this All reported incidents of violence will be policy and related procedures shall not be taken seriously and will be dealt with appropri- This policy statement is intended to regulate approved for funding through the Student ately, including prompt evaluation, investiga- only the time, place, and manner in which Senate or College and shall not be granted use tion and response. An individual who makes a events planned by students are organized. The of space in College facilities. The President or substantial threat of violence or commits an act student organizers determine the content of her/his designee reserves the right to cancel of violence as defined in this policy shall be such events. Recognized student groups should reservations of planned activities at any time if removed from the premises. Any weapon or collaborate with their club advisor to ensure deemed necessary for public safety. The dangerous instrument will be confiscated and that events are appropriate to, and in the Coordinator for Student Life is responsible for turned over to appropriate law enforcement/ best interests of, the Housatonic community. ensuring compliance with this policy. public safety authorities. There is no reasonable Students not affiliated with a recognized Questions regarding event planning or inviting expectation of privacy with respect to such student group should collaborate with the speakers to campus may be directed to the COLLEGE POLICIES items on college premises. Dean of Students Office. Collaboration with a office of the Coordinator for Student Life or the club advisor or with the Dean of Students is Violations of this policy, including knowingly Dean of Students Office. advisory only and is not for the purpose of the providing a false report, or failing to cooperate college exercising control over the content of Procedure: fully with an investigation, may lead to disci- any proposed event. In order for a student-organized event to plinary action up to and including dismissal Programs and speakers representing all take place or for an off-campus speaker or from employment or expulsion from the college. performer to be invited to present at a student Violations may also result in criminal penalties. points of view are welcome. A faculty or staff moderator, selected by the student organizer(s), meeting, activity or event, the following steps is required for all meetings or events that must be completed: include an off-campus speaker. In the interests Step 1: For recognized clubs and organiza- of open discussion, the College suggests that tions, the club or organization’s membership any speaker take questions from the audience. must vote in favor of the event and the speaker; All events are open to the public. this vote must be reflected in the minutes of the Speakers may be invited to the campus to club or organization. Students not affiliated discuss political issues. The expression of with a recognized student club or organization political or other views, with the exception of should indicate their interest and intent to plan expression that is intended to incite violence on an activity or event to the Dean of Students college premises, is the prerogative of every Office in writing. individual or group. Student political clubs may form on campus. Private business may not be conducted in College facilities.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 147 Step 2: The official advisor(s) for a recog- Appendix IX the professor cannot gain control of the nized student group, or the Dean of Students class, or the safety and welfare of the Office in the case of unaffiliated students, must instructor or students are in jeopardy, the review and approve the event for time, place, Procedure for Dealing with instructor should immediately contact and manner considerations as described above Disruptive Students Campus Security by using the classroom/ before an invitation is extended to the speaker. Disruptive students interfere with the learning office phone and dialing x5296 or by pressing Step 3: Publicity and communications process and education mission of the College. the blue light emergency call buttons concerning student planned events, activities, Students are obligated to abide by the Student located in the hallways throughout the facility. or meetings shall clearly identify the name of Code of Conduct and all local, state, and federal The College will address any behavior the sponsoring student(s), club or organization laws. The Student Conduct Code, instituted by deemed to be inappropriate and disruptive in and must be stamped for posting by the the Board of Trustees of the Connecticut accordance with the policies set forth by the Student Life Office. In order to be stamped for Community College System, can be found Board of Trustees of the Connecticut posting, publicity flyers, posters, etc. for an under “Policy on Student Discipline” and Community College System, including the event must first be reviewed and approved (for “Policy on Student Rights” in the Housatonic policies on Sexual Harassment, Racism and time, place, and manner considerations only) Community College Student Handbook. Acts of Intolerance, and Violence Prevention by the student club or organization’s advisor(s), Students also are obligated to abide by the and Response. Any questions or concerns or by the Dean of Students Office in the case standards and expectations of proper classroom about disruptive students and the disciplinary of students that are not affiliated with a decorum as established by faculty in their class procedure should be directed to the Dean of recognized student club or organization. syllabi. Students Office at 332-5184. Step 4: Requests for the use of College Disruptive students will be subject to space or equipment by students or student immediate disciplinary intervention by the clubs and organizations must be submitted in Office of the Dean of Students. In the event of writing at least 7-10 business days prior to the an incident, faculty members are advised to event. More notice is required for spaces in follow the established College procedure for Appendix X high demand and for facilities that require dealing with disruptive students: greater setup coordination. A reservation 1. The instructor should inform the disruptive Housatonic Community request can be approved only if the space is student, either verbally or in writing, that available and if time allows for the necessary such behavior is unacceptable in the class- College Copyright Policy processing and coordination of room setup. room, and that the student may be removed for Students The request should be submitted to the College from the class for either that day (by the Copyright refers to exclusive legal rights staff responsible for scheduling reservations for instructor) or the rest of the semester (by authors or owners have over their works for a the preferred space. It is the responsibility of the Dean of Students Office only) if the specific period. These rights include copying the reserving College staff to notify the club or behavior continues. The verbal warning whole or parts of works, creating derivative organization representative regarding the status may take place privately or in the presence works, and distributing or performing the of the request in a timely manner. of others as witnesses. Faculty members are works. encouraged to consult with the Dean of Step 5: All students and student clubs and Students may not make additional copies of Students Office for guidance in providing organizations must show compliance with all any copyrighted materials given to them in the such feedback to the student. required steps and procedures by completing classroom. Students may make one copy of the required event planning forms, available 2. The instructor simultaneously should materials placed on Course Reserve for them in from the Student Life Office, at least seven (7) inform the Dean of Students Affairs and the a library or tutoring center. This includes: business days prior to the proposed event. Department Chair person via memo or • A chapter of a book, not the entire book However, events that involve contracts and e-mail regarding the feedback to the student financial commitments require a minimum of in question. The professor may request that • A journal article two (2) weeks notice. the Dean of Student Affairs or a designee • A short story or poem meet with the student to discuss the student’s • A short excerpt (up to 10%) of audio or behavior and potential disciplinary conse- visual material quences of further disruptive behavior and to reiterate that the professor has full The copy is for personal use and additional authority in the classroom. A behavior copies may not be made for distribution to contract may be required with the student at others. that time by the Dean of Students or a Students may print one copy of articles designee. Where and when appropriate, the found in an online database for their personal College does attempt to mediate/counsel a use. student prior to taking formal disciplinary Media action. Allowable Portion under Fair Use 3. If the student’s behavior continues to be • Fiction or Non-fiction book disruptive, the professor has the option of One chapter or 10%, whichever is less requesting the formal discipline process be implemented to remove the student from • Short story the class and, if warranted, from the Up to 1000 words or 10%, whichever is less College. This request should be made to the • Poem Dean of Students and the Department Chair Up to 250 words or 10%, up to 3 from one person via e-mail; or memo. However, if the poet disruptive behavior is of such a nature that 148 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog • Article Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy Maximum Credit Hours One article from an issue of a periodical for Student Financial Aid Recipients A student may receive student financial aid • Chart A student receiving Federal Title IV financial for any attempted credits in his/her program of One from a book or issue of a periodical aid or other financial aid directly administered study that do not exceed 150% of the published • Music, lyrics, or music video or certified by the college must maintain satis- length of the student’s educational program at Up to 10% but not more than 30 seconds factory academic progress towards the comple- the college. For example, a student enrolled in tion of a certificate or degree program of study. a 60-credit degree program may receive • Cartoon, diagram, graph, illustration, or Satisfactory academic progress for financial aid financial aid for a maximum of 90 attempted photograph recipients is measured by both quantitative and credit hours. Similarly, a student enrolled in a Up to 15 works or 10% from a publication, qualitative standards and is an assessment of a 30-credit certificate program may receive and up to 5 images from one artist student’s cumulative academic record at the financial aid for a maximum of 45 attempted • Numerical data set college. credit hours. Any attempted credits at the Up to 10% or 2500 fields college must be included in the calculation. A student must complete successfully two- This 150% maximum credit hours rule is appli- All copyright-protected material used must thirds (66.66%) of the credits (earned credits/ cable to students who change majors or who include the complete source citation and the attempted credits) s/he attempts. All attempted pursue a double major. rights holder. This information should appear credits resulting in either an academic grade or on the same page as the material itself. administrative transcript notation will be Reinstatement Policy If you have a copyright question not included in the quantitative calculation. A student’s financial aid eligibility will be answered by this information, please contact Incomplete courses, course withdrawals, course automatically reinstated at such time as the the Library Director for assistance. repetitions, and noncredit remedial courses student meets the minimum satisfactory academic (with appropriate credit equivalency evaluation) progress requirements. Reinstatement to the will be included in this assessment. Transfer financial aid program may also occur upon a credits will be counted as attempted and earned successful appeal by the student. credits in the calculation for determining Appeal Process satisfactory academic progress. Appendix XI Each college must develop an appropriate A student must also maintain a cumulative Appeal Process providing specific procedures minimum grade point average as noted below Satisfactory Progress (3.8) under which a student may appeal a determi- to be making satisfactory academic progress nation that the student is not making satisfactory Statement on Satisfactory Progress and be eligible to receive financial aid. progress. A student may request reinstatement The grading system employed by each college Earned Credits Minimum GPA to the financial aid program through the Appeal should accurately reflect the academic achieve- Process. ment of the student. In order to ensure appro- ≤15.99 1.50 Approved by Council of Presidents March 7, priate use of state resources available for the ≥16.00 2.00 2005 effective for the 2005-06 Award Year. education of its citizens, each college will A student’s cumulative academic history will develop procedures to monitor satisfactory be evaluated prior to each term’s financial aid progress through its probation and suspension disbursement. This policy will be used to evaluate policy. A QPA of 1.5 and satisfactory comple- full-time and part-time students. tion of fifty percent of the courses attempted (this phrase means actual continued enrollment Probation Period beyond the add/drop period) will be the mini- Any student who fails to meet the minimum mum standards for good standing. satisfactory academic progress standard will be

No course may be repeated more than placed on Financial Aid Probation once. The COLLEGE POLICIES twice. The highest grade received will be used probationary period will be the student’s next in calculating the student’s academic average. semester of enrollment at the college. The This does not apply to those courses that are college will communicate the Probation status designed to be repeated for additional credit. to the student and inform the student that s/he must meet the academic progress standard by College standards will be included in appro- the end of the Probation Period in order to priate college publications and communica- maintain eligibility to participate in the financial tions. aid program at the college. These standards shall not be applied Termination retroactively to the academic record of any student. Any student who fails to meet the minimum satisfactory academic progress standard at the A request for waiver of these standards shall end of the Probationary Period will be dismissed be based on special circumstances, be approved from the financial aid program at the college. by the college president, and be reported to the The college will communicate the Termination chancellor. status to the student and inform the student of (Adopted October 17, 1993, amended January the Reinstatement and Appeal Process available 28, 2002.) to the student.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 149 Appendix XII consumption of alcoholic beverages on Knowing that a minor possesses alcoholic campus may be authorized by the president liquor in a dwelling unit or private property subject to the following conditions, as and fails to make reasonable efforts to halt such Policy on Drugs and appropriate: possession. First Offense: Infraction. Second or Alcohol in the Community a. when a temporary permit for the sale of Subsequent Offense: Imprisonment for no Colleges (4.15) alcoholic beverages has been obtained and more than one (1) year or a fine not to exceed See Also: Connecticut Statutes; CT’s Policy for dram shop act insurance has been purchased; $500 or both. (Connecticut Public Act 06-112 § 1.2) a Drug-Free Workplace; Federal Trafficking b. when a college permit has been obtained; Penalties, Drugs with Addictive Potential; Possession of a narcotic substance. First Health Risks Associated with Illicit Drugs and c. when students bring their own beverages; Offense: Imprisonment for no more than seven Abuse d. when alcoholic beverages are provided by (7) years or a fine not to exceed $50,000 or a student organization and no fee is charged both. Second Offense: Imprisonment for no for attendance or for said beverages. more than fifteen (15) years or a fine not to Drugs and Alcohol exceed $100,000 or both. Third or Subsequent in the Community Colleges 3. All colleges shall provide educational pro- grams on the abuse of alcohol and other Offense: Imprisonment for no more than The Board of Trustees of Community- drugs and referral for assistance for students twenty-five (25) years or a fine of $250,000 or Technical Colleges endorses the statement of and employees who seek it. both. (Connecticut General Statutes § 21a-279a, the network of colleges and universities committed 2004) Colleges are encouraged to establish campus- to the elimination of drug and alcohol abuse, Possession of a hallucinogenic substance which is based on the following premise: wide committees to assist in development of these programs in response to particular other than marijuana or of four or more ounces American society is harmed in many ways campus needs and identification of referral of marijuana. First Offense: Imprisonment for by the abuse of alcohol and other drugs - resources in their respective service planning no more than five years or a fine not to exceed decreased productivity, serious health problems, regions. $2,000 or both. Second or Subsequent Offense: breakdown of the family structure, and strained Imprisonment for no more than ten years or a social resources. Problems of illicit use and 4. This policy shall be published in all college fine not to exceed $5,000 or both. (Connecticut abuse of substances have a pervasive effect upon catalogs, faculty and staff manuals, and General Statute § 21a-279b, 2004) other appropriate literature. many segments of society – all socio-economic Possession of any controlled substance groups, all age levels, and even the unborn, 5. Failure to comply with this policy will result other than a narcotic or hallucinogenic sub- Education and learning are especially impaired in invocation of the appropriate disciplinary stance or illegal possession of less than four by alcohol abuse and illicit drug use.* procedure and may result in separation (4) ounces of marijuana. First Offense: The board recognizes that education from the college and referral to the appro- Imprisonment for no more than one (1) year or regarding alcohol and substance abuse is an priate authorities for prosecution. a fine not to exceed $1,000 or both. Second or appropriate and even necessary part of contem- *Statement of the Network of Colleges and Subsequent Offense: Imprisonment for no porary college life. Since the unauthorized use Universities Committed to the Elimination of more than five (5) years or a fine not to exceed of controlled substances, in addition to the Drug and Alcohol Abuse $3,000 or both. (Connecticut General Statutes potential harmful effect it may have on students (Adopted November 20, 1989) § 21a-279c, 2004) and employees, is contrary to state and federal Manufacture, distribution, sale, prescription, law and regulation, it must be prohibited in any dispensing, compounding, or transportation college activity, on or off the college campus. Connecticut Statutes with intent to sell or dispense or possession Although the conditions of alcohol and drug Possession of alcohol by a minor. First with intent to sell or dispense, or offering, dependency may be considered disabilities or Offense: Infraction. Second or Subsequent giving, or administration of any hallucinogenic handicaps under state and federal law and Offense: Fine of not less than $200 and not substance other than marijuana or of any regulation and board of trustees policy, and more than $500. (Connecticut General Statutes narcotic substance. First Offense: Imprisonment employees and students will not be discriminated § 30-89b) for no more than fifteen (15) years or a fine not against because they have these disabilities, all Purchase or attempt to purchase or making to exceed $50,000 or both. Second Offense: students and employees are considered to be of a false statement in an attempt to procure Imprisonment for no more than thirty (30) responsible for their actions and their conduct. alcohol by a minor. Fine: $200 - $500. years or a fine not to exceed $100,000 or both. Third or Subsequent Offense: Imprisonment These provisions shall apply to all colleges (Connecticut General Statutes § 30-89a, 2004) for no more than thirty (30) years or a fine not under the jurisdiction of the board: Sale, shipment, delivery, or giving of alcohol to exceed $250,000 or both. (Connecticut 1. No student or employee shall knowingly to a minor by any means. Maximum General Statutes § 21a-277a, 2004) possess, use, distribute, transmit, sell, or be Punishment: Imprisonment for no more than Manufacture, distribution, sale, prescription, under the influence of any controlled eighteen (18) months or a fine not to exceed dispensing, compounding, or transportation substance on the college campus or off the $1,500 or both. (Connecticut General Statutes with intent to sell or dispense or possession college campus at a college-sponsored § 30-86, 2004) with intent to sell or dispense, or offering, activity, function, or event. Use or posses- Owners of private property where minors giving, or administration of any controlled sion of a drug authorized by a medical possess alcohol: No person having possession substance (includes marijuana) except a hallu- prescription from a registered physician of, or exercising domain and control over any cinogenic or narcotic substance. First Offense: shall not be a violation of this provision. dwelling unit or private property shall permit Imprisonment for no more than seven (7) years 2. All colleges shall develop and enforce policies any minor to possess alcoholic liquor. First or a fine not to exceed $25,000 or both. Second regarding the sale, distribution, possession, Offense: Infraction. Second or Subsequent or Subsequent Offense: Imprisonment for no or consumption of alcoholic beverages on Offense: Imprisonment for no more than one more than fifteen (15) years or a fine not to campus, subject to state and federal law. (1) year or a fine not to exceed $500 or both. exceed $100,000 or both. (Connecticut Consistent with previous board policy, the (Connecticut Public Act 06-112 § 1.1) General Statutes § 21a-277b, 2004) 150 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog Driving while under the influence of intoxi- It is the policy of the State of Connecticut Controlled substances are specifically cating liquor or any drug or both. First that employees shall not unlawfully manufac- defined in federal law. They consist of two Conviction: Imprisonment for not less than ture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a classes of “drugs:” 1) those commonly thought forty-eight (48) hours and not more than six controlled substance while on the job or in the of as “illegal” drugs, and 2) certain medications (6) months unless probation is imposed and workplace, or be under the influence of a available by prescription, but not being taken fined not less than $500 and not more than controlled substance, not prescribed for under a physician’s orders, which the federal $1,000 and a one (1) year suspension of driver’s him/her by a physician, while on the job or in government has determined have a potential license. Third or Subsequent Conviction (with- the workplace. Any employee violating this for abuse, or are potentially physically or in ten (10) years of a prior conviction): policy will be subject to discipline, up to and psychologically addictive. Imprisonment for not less than one (1) year including termination. and not more than three (3) years and proba- tion consisting of one hundred (100) hours of community service and a fine not less than Federal Trafficking Penalties $2,000 and not more than $8,000 and perma- nent revocation of driver’s license. (Connecticut General Statutes § 14-227a, 2004)

Connecticut’s Policy for a Drug-Free Workplace The State of Connecticut is committed to winning the battle against substance abuse. Substance abuse jeopardizes a stable family structure, exacerbates crime, threatens worker productivity and presents a continuing and growing drain of government funds. For our youth, substance abuse is an especially harmful threat. Drugs destroy their hopes and dreams and, all to often, their very lives. The workplace is not immune to the influ- ence of substance abuse. Worker safety, health and efficiency are adversely affected. Therefore, in harmony with Connecticut’s existing three- pronged strategy of education, treatment and enforcement to combat substance abuse, and in accordance with new federal legislation, the Drug-Free Workplace Policy has been adopted. Connecticut State employees will be protected and served by this new initiative, which includes an on-going substance abuse aware- ness program.

Effective March 18, 1989, the federal gov- COLLEGE POLICIES ernment enacted the “Drug-Free Workplace” Act. This act requires that any State agency which receives federal funding must certify that it will maintain a drug-free workplace. Among other things, the act requires that a policy is published notifying employees that the unlaw- ful manufacture, distribution, possession, or use of controlled substances is prohibited in the workplace. It also requires that certain actions be taken if this policy is broken. It is the policy of the State of Connecticut that each employee has a right to come to work and perform his or her job in an environment that is free from the illegal use of drug. It is also in the interest of the State and the public that employees be able to perform their duties safely and efficiently. The State is firmly com- mitted to promoting high standards of health, safety and efficient service. Thus, our goal is to maintain a work environment free from the effects of drug abuse.

www.hcc.commnet.edu 151 Federal Trafficking Penalties (continued) Inhalants (Poppers, Snappers, Rush, Glue) - Initial excitement, sedation and confusion. Prolonged or regular use could cause bone marrow depression, cerebral damage, liver and kidney disorders, irregular heartbeat and blood pressure, and respiratory disorders. Marijuana - Risks of short term memory problems, lung damage, major slowdown in cognitive functioning, loss of alertness and pro- ductiveness. Possible psychosis with chronic use.

Appendix XIII Weapons on College Campuses (4.23) Weapons on Campus The use or possession of weapons (as defined in Section 53-206 of the Connecticut General Statutes)* is prohibited on college campuses or at college activities except as authorized by Board or college policies. Colleges are hereby authorized to develop policies which allow for specific exemptions to the extent permitted by law. *(Adopted May 18, 1992)

Appendix XIV Admission (5.1) Description of Health accident risks. Effects at high doses include: Admission at the community college shall be as Risks Associated with the slurred speech, staggering, decreased ability to follows: reason and solve problems, difficulty in judging 1. Applicants for admission to a community Use of Illicit Drugs and distance and time, double vision, amnesia, college should present evidence of gradua- Abuse of Alcohol depresses breathing coma, brain damage and tion from an approved secondary school or Alcohol - profound acute impact on cognitive respiratory failure, especially when mixed with should have been awarded a state high functioning, i.e., loss of inhibitions, disruption alcohol. school diploma or its equivalent, or be of memory functions. Profound chronic impact Cocaine (Coke, Crack, Blow) - Increase heart qualified under the provisions of Board on cognitive functioning, e.g., permanent rate, blood pressure, breathing rate, and body Policy 5.1.5 - Home Schooled Students. memory impairment, dementia. Impaired coor- temperature. Constriction of blood vessels. 2. An applicant should have such maturity and dination. Increased risk of cancer, stroke, heart Pupillary dilation. Effects at high doses include: other qualities, which indicate an ability to disease, heart conduction disturbance, stomach cognitive confusion and physical disorganiza- profit from a program offered by the college. lesions, intestinal track injury and liver damage. tion, perspiration, chills, elevated heart rate, 3. Applicants meeting these qualifications Sexual functioning disturbances. Increased risk nausea, vomiting, hallucinations and possible should be admitted to the limits indicated of accidents, including drowning, fires and death from convulsions and respiratory arrest. by available funds and space, and applica- falls. Increase risk violence. Hallucinogens (LSD or Acid, Mesc, DMT, tions received beyond these limitations Amphetamines (Speed, Ups, Pep Pills, Meth) - DET) - Alterations of sensory, emotional and should be placed on a waiting list. Elevated heart rate, blood pressure and respira- cognitive functioning. Elevated heart rate, 4. The college president may grant a special tion rate. Decreased appetite. Pupillary dilation. Blood pressure, and body temperature. waiver of these requirements for individuals. Effects at high doses include; cognitive confu- Pupillary dilation, nausea, muscle weakness, sion, physical disorganization, inability to relax dizziness, tremors and exaggeration of normal 5. Notwithstanding the foregoing, whenever in and sleep, teeth-grinding, dry mouth, muscle reflexes. Risk of accidents, disorientation, wide the judgment of the college President the twitching, convulsions, fever, chest pain, mood wings, flashbacks. Possible psychosis. admission, re-admission or registration for irregular heart beat and lethal overdose. Heroin (H, Horse, Smack) - Reduces cognitive any course, whether credit or non-credit, of any person as a student would constitute an Barbiturate, Sedatives, Tranquilizers (Yellow and physical prowess. Blocks hunger. Dull unreasonable threat to the safety of the Jackets, Reds, Red Devils, Ludes, PCP or Angel aggression. Blocks menstrual cycle. Reduces people, the security of property or the Dust) - Difficulty concentrating, maintaining sex drive. Constricts pupils. Induces drowsiness integrity of academic processes or functions coordination and staying awake. Reduces and sedation. Causes constipation, itchy skin. of the college, such person may be denied cognitive and motor functioning. Increases Increases accident risk. High risk of respiratory collapse with overdose. admission or readmission to the college or registration for the course 152 Home Schooled Students Sex Offenders on Campus 3. Notwithstanding the number of degree or certificate credits which shall be granted in (5.1.5) (5.1.1) accordance with the foregoing, the student 1. A home-schooled student is defined, for Whenever in the judgment of the college presi- must complete at least twenty-five percent purposes of this policy, as someone who has dent the continued presence of a convicted sex of the minimum credit requirements for the completed a secondary school education in offender who has been previously admitted or degree or certificate through coursework at a home school setting that is treated as a registered as a student, credit or non-credit, the college awarding the degree or certificate. would constitute an unreasonable threat to the home school or private school under state 4. When a student seeks transfer credit for safety of people, the security of property or the law, or who is in the process of doing so. technical or specialty courses into a program integrity of academic processes and functions of 2. Home schooled students who wish to that is also accredited by a national or the college, such person may be denied contin- attend a community college and pursue a regional specialized accrediting agency, such ued attendance as a student or have limitations degree or certificate must meet the same credits must be from a comparably accredited placed on participation in college activities admission requirements as any other appli- program. In the case of a request for transfer and/or access to college property. The decision cant, except for providing evidence of credit for technical or specialty courses from to exclude a person under this provision must graduation from a secondary school or a non-specially accredited program, the be based on an assessment of the risk presented obtaining a state equivalency diploma. This college shall provide appropriate means for by the continued presence of the convicted sex includes, but is not necessarily limited to, the validation of the student’s competency in offender, who normally must be allowed to completing an application, paying admis- the technical specialty course areas. provide information pertinent to the decision. sion fees, submitting evidence of inocula- The decision to exclude such person may not 5. This policy shall appear in all college catalogs. tion against measles, mumps, and rubella, be based solely on the person’s status as a taking placement tests, etc. (Adopted January 16, 1973; amended convicted sex offender, nor shall any person use November 19, 1979; amended May 16, 2005) a. Home schooled applicants may also information regarding a convicted sex offender submit a copy of a transcript from any to injure or harass any person. The decision of secondary school attended, whether or not the president shall be final. they may have graduated there from, or a (Adopted December 17, 2007) Appendix XVI copy of a federal or state equivalency diploma, or a summary of the secondary program of study they pursued, and a Assessment of Skills and certificate of successful completion thereof, Competencies of Entering signed by the parent or other provider of the Appendix XV Students (3.19) home schooling. Transfer - Acceptance of Consistent with its statutory mandate and b. Home schooled applicants may be mission, the Board of Trustees of Community- required to submit transcripts, or records Credit at Community Technical Colleges has endorsed and promoted of study, if such are required for other Colleges (3.17.1) a host of system planning efforts rooted in applicants. At all community colleges, degree and certificate recognition of: 3. Home schooled applicants who wish to credit shall be granted only for credit courses • the need to extend to an increasingly diverse enroll at a community college, but not completed at all institutions within the student clientele access to educational pursue a degree or certificate, shall be treated Connecticut state system of higher education opportunity as any other non-matriculated student at the and at all other collegiate institutions accredited • the need to provide a wide variety of college. by an agency recognized by the Council for instructional and student support services Higher Education Accreditation as either a 4. Home schooled applicants may, at the to assist students to achieve their objectives discretion of the college to which they are Regional Accrediting Organization or a COLLEGE POLICIES applying, be required to have an in-person Specialized and Professional Accrediting • the need to enhance the quality of commu- interview with the college’s director of Organization in accordance with the following: nity college system programs and services. admissions, or such other officer as the 1. Degree and certificate credit shall be granted Accordingly and within this context, the college may direct, to assess the applicant’s for all credit courses that are applicable to board of trustees approves the following ability to benefit from the program of study. the objectives of, or equivalent to the course recommendations for implementation of a 5. Each college shall develop such procedures, requirements of, the curriculum in which system wide program for assessment of the forms, and other materials as may be the transferring student enrolls. Credit work skills and competencies of students who enter a necessary to manage this policy. that is not applicable or equivalent to community college: curriculum requirements shall be accepted 6. Each college shall also establish an appeals 1. The Accuplacer computerized adaptive test for credit at the discretion of the college. process, with appeals going to a designated shall be used for purposes of assessment Degree and certificate credit shall also be dean, who may, in special circumstances, placing of entering Connecticut Community granted on the basis of performance on waive the requirements of the policy. College students. examinations in accordance with standards 2. Each college shall use, at a minimum, the 7. If and when the State of Connecticut enacts and limits approved by the board of trustees. laws or issues policies regarding home reading comprehension, sentence skills and 2. Degree and certificate credit shall be granted schooled students or their admission to mathematics sections of the test, with the for credit courses completed with a letter public colleges, this policy will be revised remaining sections to be used at each grade of “C-minus” or better, or with a grade and reissued, as may be necessary, to ensure college’s option. of “P” (Pass). Such credit courses shall be compliance therewith. 3. Students seeking Ability to Benefit (ATB) in accepted only for credit, and letter grades order to qualify for Federal financial assis- (Adopted March 21, 1966; readopted May 17, assigned by other institutions shall not be tance shall be tested, at a minimum, in the 1966; amended May 10, 1971; April 18, 2005; recorded or included in computations of reading comprehension, sentence skills and December 17, 2007) student grade point averages. arithmetic sections of the Accuplacer test. www.hcc.commnet.edu 153 4. The Chancellor is authorized to develop an Additional information regarding the hearing crime with respect to that crime. alternative assessment program to pilot the procedures will be provided to the student Directory information as defined in the validity of testing instruments such as the when notified of the right to a hearing. policy of the Board of Trustees. ACT and SAT or other national or state tests Note: FERPA is not intended to provide a to be used for student academic assessment process to question substantive judgments that The right to refuse to permit the College to at the point of entry to a community college. are correctly recorded. For example, the right release directory information about the student, Colleges designated to participate in an of challenge does not allow a student to contest except to school officials with a legitimate alternative assessment program will be a grade in a course because the student believes educational interest and others as indicated required to follow the standards established that a higher grade should have been assigned. above. To do so, a student exercising this right must notify the Office of Registrar in writing. for the program and to report the research The right to consent to disclosure of per- findings for system wide use. Once filed, this notification becomes a perma- sonally identifiable information contained in nent part of the student’s record until the 5. Students with previous college-level English the student’s education records, except to the student instructs the College, in writing, to and/or Mathematics credits may be exempt extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure with- remove it. from placement testing. out consent. FERPA permits disclosure without consent to school officials with legitimate The right to file a complaint with the U.S. 6. Resources shall be made available to assist Department of Education concerning alleged colleges in implementation of the testing educational interests. A “school official” includes but is not limited to the following: a failures by Colleges to comply with the require- program and for appropriate research stud- ments of FERPA. The name and address of the ies. person employed by the College in an adminis- trative, supervisory, academic, research or Office that administers FERPA is: (Adopted May 16, 1988; amended May 16, support staff position (including law enforce- Family Policy Compliance Office 2005) ment and security personnel, counseling and U.S. Department of Education health staff); a person or company with whom 400 Maryland Avenue, S the College has contracted (such as an attorney, Washington, DC 20202-4605 auditor, collection agent or official of the Appendix XVII National Student Clearinghouse); a person Directory Information serving on the Board of Trustees who is author- The Board of Trustees has designated the Confidentiality of ized to act on its behalf; or a student serving on following as directory information: student Student Records an official committee, such as a disciplinary or names and addresses, dates of attendance, full grievance committee, or assisting another vs. part-time student status, awards and honors NOTIFICATION OF RIGHTS UNDER THE school official in performing his or her tasks. A and graduation date. For purposes of access by FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY school official has a legitimate educational military recruiters only, telephone listings and, ACT (FERPA) interest if the official needs to review an if known, age, level of education and major are The Family Educational Rights and Privacy education record in order to fulfill his or her also designated as directory information. Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with professional responsibilities. Colleges may disclose directory information respect to their education records. These rights FERPA also permits disclosure of education without prior consent, unless a student has include: records without consent in connection with, exercised the right to refuse to permit the The right to inspect and review the student’s but not limited to: College to release directory information in education records within 45 days of the day the • To comply with a judicial order or a lawfully accordance with paragraph 4 preceding. College receives a request for access. Students issued subpoena; should submit to the registrar, dean, head of Additional Information the academic department, or other appropriate • To appropriate parties in a health or safety official, written requests that identify the emergency; A FERPA brochure for Faculty, Staff, and record(s) they wish to inspect. The College • To officials of another school, upon request, Students is available in the Registrar’s Office. official will make arrangements for access and in which the student seeks or intends to notify the student of the time and place where enroll; the records may be inspected. If the records are • In connection with a student’s request for or not maintained by the College official to whom receipt of financial aid, as necessary to deter- the request was submitted, that official shall mine the eligibility, amount or conditions of advise the student of the correct official to the financial aid, or to enforce the terms and whom the request should be addressed. conditions of the aid; The right to request amendment of an • To certain officials of the U.S. Department education record that the student believes is of Education, the Comptroller General, to inaccurate. Students may ask an appropriate state and local educational authorities, in College official to amend a record that they connection with certain state or federally believe is inaccurate. The student should write supported education programs; to the College official, clearly identify the part of the record he or she wants changed, and • To accrediting organizations to carry out specify why he/she believes it is inaccurate. The their functions; College will notify the student of the decision. • To organizations conducting certain studies If the College decides not to amend the record for or on behalf of the College; as requested by the student, the College will The results of an institutional disciplinary advise the student of his or her right to a hearing proceeding against the alleged perpetrator of a regarding the request for amendment. crime of violence to the alleged victim of that

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A computer policies ...... 21 physics (PHY*) ...... 114 absence, faculty ...... 21 computer software ...... 21 Polish ...... 115 absence, student ...... 16 computer use ...... 21 political science (POL*) ...... 115 academic calendar ...... 3 confidentiality of student records . . .20, 154 psychology (PSY*) ...... 115 academic advising center ...... 23, 28 Continuing Education ...... 5 Russian ...... 117 academic dishonesty and plagiarism . . . . .21 Community-Technical College science/sciences (SCI*) ...... 117 academic goals ...... 4 Organization ...... 5 sociology (SOC*) ...... 117 academic honors ...... 19 Community-Technical College system Spanish (SPA*) ...... 119 ACADEMIC PROCEDURES ...... 16 Mission ...... 5 theater arts (THA*) ...... 119 ACADEMIC SUPPORT ...... 23 computer fundamentals requirement . . . . .37 course transcripts ...... 19 academic standards criteria ...... 20 copyright ...... 21 credit by examination (CLEP/DSST) ...... 8 Academic Support Center ...... 23 Counseling Center ...... 23 credit-free programs ...... 5 accreditation ...... 5 course elective codes ...... 37 credit by transfer ...... 10 adding courses ...... 16 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ...... 82 adjunct faculty ...... 130 accounting (ACC*) ...... 82 D administrative officers ...... 5, 124 anthropology (ANT*) ...... 83 Dean’s list ...... 19 administrators, counselors, librarians . . .125 art (ART*)/graphics (GRA*) ...... 83 degree programs ...... 39 Admissions ...... 7 biology (BIO*) ...... 86 department chairpersons . .inside front cover admissions to special programs ...... 8 business: deposits ...... 12 advising ...... 23 entreprenuership (BES*) ...... 87 directions to College ...... inside back cover advisory committees, programs ...... 123 finance (BFN*) ...... 87 directory information ...... 154 Advisory Council ...... 122 general (BEG*) ...... 88 disabilities, policy statement ...... 22 affirmative action ...... inside back cover management (BMG*) ...... 89 Disabilities Support Services ...... 23 AIDS, HIV policy statement ...... 22 marketing (BMK*) ...... 89 disciplinary penalties ...... 137 alcohol and drugs ...... 21 business office technology (BOT*) . . .90 discipline procedures ...... 137 appeal of grades ...... 19 chemistry (CHE*) ...... 92 dishonesty ...... 21 appendices/college policies ...... 137 clinical laboratory technology (CLT*) . .92 domestic violence ...... 22 Art Museum ...... 6 communications (COM*) ...... 93 dropping a course ...... 16 attendance ...... 16 computers: drugs, policy ...... 21 auditing courses ...... 16 applications (CSA*) ...... 94 awards ...... 15 computer programming (CSC*) . . . . .94 E technology (CST*) ...... 95 Early Childhood Laboratory School ...... 29 B cooperative education (CO) ...... 96 educational assistants ...... 129 Board of Governors ...... 122 criminal justice (CJS*) ...... 96 electives, codes of ...... 37 Board of Trustees ...... 122 developmental studies (DS) ...... 99 electives, definition of ...... 38 Bookstore ...... 31 early childhood education (ECE*) . . . . .99 Emeriti ...... 125 bulletin boards ...... 31 economics (ECN*) ...... 101 English as a Second Language ...... 24 Burt Chernow Galleries ...... 6 English (ENG*) ...... 101 Evening Division ...... 28 English as a Second Language (ESL*) .103 Event Planning Policy ...... 30 C French (FRE*) ...... 104 cafeteria ...... 31 geography (GEO*) ...... 104 F calendar, academic ...... 3 graphics (GRA*) ...... 83, 104 Fresh Start ...... 19 catalog, information ...... inside front cover health ...... 105 FACULTY ...... 127 cellular telephones/pagers ...... 22 history (HIS*) ...... 105 FEES ...... 11 INDEX certificate programs ...... 39, 70 honors (HN) ...... 106 FINANCIAL AID ...... 11 change of address ...... 22 human services (HSE*) ...... 106 floor plans ...... 34 change of program ...... 16 humanities (HUM*) ...... 108 foreign students, admissions, VISAs ...... 9 charging admission ...... 31 Italian (ITA*) ...... 108 Foundation ...... 5, 122 child care and education ...... 21 Latin (LAT*) ...... 109 children at the College ...... 21 law (LAW) ...... 109 class cancellation policy ...... 21 CLEP/DSST Test ...... 8 manufactury technology (MFT*) . . . . .109 clubs & organizations (student) ...... 29 mathematics (MAT*) ...... 110 College Careers Pathways ...... 9 music (MUS*) ...... 111 College closing ...... 21 occupational therapy (OTA*) ...... 112 College Policies ...... 137 philosophy (PHL*) ...... 113 computer labs ...... 24 physical therapy (PTA*) ...... 113

www.hcc.commnet.edu 155 G N Graphic Design ...... 57, 78 gambling ...... 22 New England Regional Student Program . .12 Global Business ...... 43 General Education Core ...... 37 non-discrimination, policy . .inside back cover Health Care Management ...... 44 grades - appeals ...... 19 Health Careers Pathway ...... 79 grades - definition ...... 18 O Human Resource Management ...... 44 grades and grade points ...... 18 online courses ...... 17 Human Services ...... 59 GRADING ...... 17 online services ...... 25 Humanities/Social Science ...... 61 grading system ...... 17 organizations (student clubs) ...... 29 Infant/Toddler ...... 77 GRADUATION ...... 26 OTA adjunct facilities ...... 136 Journalism/Communications ...... 62 graduation, GPA ...... 24 Legal Assisting ...... 71 graduation honors ...... 25 Management ...... 45 graduation requirements ...... 24 P Mathematics/Science ...... 63 grievances, procedures for students ...... 22 parking ...... 31 Mental Health (MERGE) ...... 81 guaranteed admissions ...... 27 part-time faculty ...... 130 Network Administrator ...... 74 guidance ...... 27 Pell Grants ...... 14 Nursing ...... 65 people ...... 122 Occupational Therapy Assistant ...... 66 H phone numbers ...... inside front cover PC Applications ...... 71 handicapped parking ...... 31 placement testing ...... 7 PC Repair Technology ...... 75 health services ...... 29 plagiarism ...... 21 Physical Therapist Assistant ...... 67 high school partnership program ...... 8 policies ...... 21, 137 Police Management & Administration . .76 high school students, admission ...... 8 policy on honesty ...... 21 Pre-Engineering Science ...... 64 home schooled students ...... 153 privacy ...... 20 Pre-Environmental Science ...... 64 honors - academic ...... 19 probation ...... 20 Retail Banking ...... 72 honor societies ...... 32 program contacts ...... inside front cover Security Operations ...... 76 Housatonic - academic goals ...... 4 PROGRAMS OF STUDY ...... 39 Small Business Management/ Housatonic Foundation ...... 5, 122 Accounting ...... 40, 70 Entreprenuership ...... 45, 73 Housatonic - mission ...... 4 Accounting Assistant ...... 40 UCONN Transfer Program ...... 46 Housatonic Museum of Art ...... 6, 28 Administrative Support Assistant ...... 70 Technological Studies ...... 51 Housatonic Role and Scope ...... 4 Advanced English Proficiency ...... 78 Industrial Technology option ...... 52 hybrid courses ...... 17 Art, Fine Arts ...... 56 Electrical option ...... 52 Aviation Maintenance ...... 41 Theater Arts ...... 68 I Banking ...... 41 Transfer Program - Elem. Ed./Psych. . . .60 ID cards ...... 33 Behavioral Healthcare Specialist ...... 77 Victim Services ...... 81 important course information ...... 37 Business Administration ...... 42 Web Design-Graphics Foundation . . . . .78 incomplete work ...... 16 Business Office Technology ...... 47 Web Design Technology ...... 75 independent study ...... 24 Child Development Associate ...... 77 Word Information Processing Specialist .48 insurance - health ...... 29 Children and Youth Mental Health . . . . .80 Word Information Processor ...... 74 intolerance, policy statement ...... 22 Clinical Laboratory Technology program advisory committees ...... 123 Biotechnology option ...... 50 publications (student) ...... 29 L Clinical Laboratory Technology ...... 49 publicity ...... 30 learning disabled students ...... 8 Computer Graphics ...... 58 Public Safety ...... 31 LIBRARY ...... 24 Computer Information Systems ...... 53 loans ...... 14 Computer Science ...... 60 R lost & found ...... 31 College of Technology Pathway ...... 51 racism, policy statement ...... 22 M Corrections ...... 76 receiving credit from other colleges ...... 10 Criminal Investigation ...... 76 refunds ...... 12 mandatory fees ...... 11 Criminal Justice ...... 54 Regional Advisory Council ...... 122 measles/rubella immunization ...... 7 Customer Service/Marketing ...... 42, 71 registration ...... 16 medical problems ...... 8 Disabilities Specialist ...... 80 repeating a course ...... 16 messages ...... 28 Early Childhood Education ...... 55, 77 rights of students ...... 22 Middle College ...... 8 Electrical ...... 81 role and scope ...... 4 Mission of Connecticut Elementary Education/ Community-Technical Colleges ...... 5 Psychology Specialization ...... 60 multiple degrees ...... 26 Engineering Science Pathway ...... 51, 69 Museum of Art ...... 6 Executive Assistant ...... 47 myCommNet - Student Self-Service ...... 25 Finance ...... 43 Fine Arts ...... 56 General Studies ...... 57 156 HCC 2008-2009 Catalog S satisfactory progress ...... 13 scheduling of rooms ...... 30 scholarships ...... 14, 27 second degree admissions ...... 10 security ...... 31 senior citizens, admissions ...... 9 senior citizens, tuition waivers ...... 9 sexual harassment policy statement ...... 22 smoking ...... 22 speakers on campus ...... 31 special students ...... 8 student activities ...... 27 student clubs ...... 29 student government ...... 29 student life ...... 29 student publications ...... 29 student records confidentiality ...... 20, 154 student responsiblity ...... 13 student rights ...... 22 Student Senate ...... 29 STUDENT LIFE ...... 28 summer sessions ...... 24 supplemental funds ...... 15 support staff ...... 129 suspension ...... 20 T tax credit programs ...... 14 telephone calls, emergency ...... 27 terms you need to know ...... 17, 38 transcripts ...... 19 transfer to Housatonic ...... 10 transfer to other colleges ...... 26 transfer to state universities ...... 26 Trustees, Board of ...... 122 tuition / tuition waivers ...... 11 tutorial assistance ...... 23 U use of College name ...... 31 V veterans, admissions ...... 9 veterans, tuition waivers ...... 9 violence in workplace policy ...... 22 INDEX visitors ...... inside front cover W waivers of tuition ...... 12 where to go for help ...... 32 winter session ...... 24 withdrawal from college ...... 16 withdrawing from a course ...... 16 Writing Across the Curriculum Center . . .23 Women’s Center ...... 28 workforce development ...... 4 work study ...... 14

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