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2014-2015 CATALOG 1 SOUTH ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2014-2015 Catalog 1-800-955-2289 www.southark.edu West Campus East Campus Warren Site 300 S. West Ave. 3696 East Main Rd. 800 N. Walnut El Dorado, AR El Dorado, AR Warren, AR 71730 71730 71671 (870) 862-8131 (870) 862-4926 (870) 226-6920 2 President’s Welcome A Message from the President Un Mensaje del Presidente Welcome to South Arkansas Community Bienvenidos a South Arkansas Community College! College! We are so pleased you chose SouthArk for Nos complace que eligio SouthArk para furthering your education. We are dedi- promover su educacion. Continuamos la cated to making affordable, quality higher dedicacion a la fabricación de una edu- education and workforce training acces- cación superior, de la calidad y entre- sible to citizens of our region. As a compre- namiento de la mano de obra accesibles hensive community college, we prepare stu- a los ciudadanos de nuestra region. Como dents for associate-degree and certificate Instituto de Enseñanza Superior compren- occupational and workforce development sivo, preparamos a los estudiantes para programs and four-year university transfer, el grado de asociado y certificaciones de as well as provide non-credit courses for programas ocupacionales y de la mano lifelong learning, enjoyment, and enrich- de obra de desarrollo, transferencia a las ment, or workforce training. universades de cuatro años, tambien ofrec- Our faculty, staff and administrators are emos programas sin crédito para que la dedicated to creating a positive learning educación siga siendo interminable, dis- environment to enable you to achieve your frute y enriquecimiento, o enseñanza/apre- educational goals. We provide current tech- ndizaje de habilidades nuevas. nology, learning resources and support ser- Nuestra facultad, personal profesional vices to assist you in the learning process. y administradores se dedican a crear un Our vision is to be the leading resource for ambiente de aprendizaje positivo para education, workforce training, cultural ac- permitirle alcanzar sus metas educativas. tivities, collaborative partnerships and eco- Ofrecemos tecnología, recursos de apren- nomic development in the area. dizaje, y los servicios de asistencia actuales para asistirle en el proceso de aprendizaje. This catalog contains important informa- Nos esforzamos ser el recurso principal tion about the college’s courses, programs, para la educación, el entrenamiento de la services and policies. Courses are offered mano de obra, las actividades culturales, at various times and through various meth- las sociedades de colaboración y el desar- ods of delivery for your convenience. rollo económico en el área. If you require additional information, Este catálogo contiene la información im- please visit our website at www.southark. portante sobre los cursos de universidad, edu, contact the college at 1-800-955-2289 los programas, los servicios, y requisitos. or come visit the campus. We are here for Los cursos se ofrecen en las varias horas you! y con varios métodos de entrega para su Barbara R. Jones, Ph. D. conveniencia. President Si usted nececita mas información, visite por favor nuestra sitio web www.southark. edu, haga contacto con la universidad al 1-800-955-2289 o venga visitar el campus. ¡Estamos aquí para usted! Barbara R. Jones, Presidente, Ph.D. 3 SOUTH ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE has published this catalog to provide general information regarding program and course offerings. This information is the most accu rate available at the time of publication, but changes may become effective before the next catalog is printed. This catalog is not a legal contract, and all provisions contained herein are subject to change. It is ultimately the student’s responsibility to stay abreast of current regulations, curricula, and the status of specific programs being offered. Further, the college reserves the right to modify requirements, curricula offerings, and charges and to add, alter, or delete courses and programs through appropriate procedures. While reason- able efforts will be made to publicize such changes, students are encouraged to seek current information from appropriate offices. TABLE OF CONTENTS President’s Welcome ...........................................................................................................3 About the College ...............................................................................................................6 Academic Calendars .........................................................................................................15 Admissions Information ....................................................................................................20 Registration and Enrollment .............................................................................................27 Other Student Services ......................................................................................................42 Financial Aid and Scholarships .........................................................................................72 Tuition and Fees ................................................................................................................88 Credit Programs and Awards .............................................................................................94 Liberal Arts .....................................................................................................................103 Teacher Education ...........................................................................................................114 Health and Natural Sciences ...........................................................................................125 Information and Business Technology ............................................................................162 Trade and Industry ..........................................................................................................169 Non-Credit Programs ......................................................................................................183 Course Descriptions ........................................................................................................189 Faculty and Staff .............................................................................................................238 Index ...............................................................................................................................243 4 Institutional INFORMATION5 About the College A Historical Summary South Arkansas Community College, known locally as SouthArk, is a public, compre- hensive community college with an open-door policy, providing educational programs, workforce development, civic and cultural enrichment, and support services to students and residents in its service area. Formed from a merger of Southern Arkansas University, El Dorado Branch (SAU-EB), and Oil Belt Technical College (OBTC), South Arkansas Community College was approved by a 62 percent majority vote in Union County in March 1992. Then-Governor Bill Clinton appointed a nine-member Board of Trustees, and all assets and liabilities of Oil Belt and SAU-EB were transferred by June 30, 1992, to SouthArk. The former OBTC became known as the East Campus and SAU-EB the West Campus. Mission Statement South Arkansas Community College promotes excellence in learning, teaching, and ser- vice; provides lifelong educational opportunities; and serves as a cultural, intellectual, and economic resource for the community. College Vision South Arkansas Community College will be a regional leader in education, workforce de- velopment and lifelong learning. Collectively, we will build and maintain an accessible, inclusive and attractive environment that provides leading-edge technology and dynamic service to a diverse student body on campus, in our communities and at a distance. We will convey enthusiasm for our mission and continuously endeavor to increase opportunities for learning, teaching, mentoring and service, in an atmosphere which fosters academic freedom. Through systematic analysis, ongoing communication and outreach, we will address unmet needs in our service area; provide academic, professional and occupational curricula, as well as opportunities for cultural enrichment and maintain rigorous standards of excellence. Purposes of the College • To provide an environment that fosters excellence in learning and teaching. • To provide a university transfer program of high academic quality for students who plan to continue their education. • To offer degree and certificate programs to develop or enhance occupational skills that prepare learners for a changing global economy. • To provide developmental courses to prepare students to do college level work. • To provide adult education and workforce development. • To provide comprehensive student services to enhance students’ success. • To promote the civic and cultural life and the economic development of the community. • To make education accessible through innovative instructional methods. Values The college has identified six values statements that serve as guiding principles in fulfilling the Mission Statement. 6 Excellence in Education We are committed to providing students access to a highly competent, innovative, and supportive faculty and staff; modern facilities equipped with current technology; and high- quality academic and occupational programs. Student Learning We are committed to providing support, respect, and encouragement,