2007-2008 Catalog and Student Handbook
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COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2007-2008 Catalog and Student Handbook Accreditations Jefferson State is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; Telephone number 404/679-4501) to award the Associate Degree. The Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006;Telephone number 212/363-5555, ext. 153, FAX 212/812-0390. The Clinical Laboratory Technology Program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 8410 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 670, Chicago, Illinois 60631-3415; Telephone number 773/714-8880, FAX 773/714-8886, e-mail [email protected]. The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association. The Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The Funeral Service Education Program is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education, Inc., 3432 Ashland Avenue, Suite U, St. Joseph, MO 64506, Telephone number 816/233-3747, www.abfse.org. The Culinary Apprenticeship Program is accredited by The American Culinary Federation Accrediting Commission. The Construction Management Technology Option of the Construction and Building Science Technology Program is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE). Jefferson State Community College is nationally accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) for the offering of the Associate Degrees in Accounting, Business Management, Finance Administration, Office Administration Technology, and Business transfer Programs. The Interior Design Program has been approved by the Alabama State Board of Registration for Interior Design for licensure and registration. The Veterinary Technology Program is accredited by the Committee on Veterinary Technicians Education and Activities (CVTEA) of the American Veterinary Medical Association. www.jeffstateonline.com Volume XXVIII No. 1 Published annually by Jefferson State Community College Third class postage paid at Birmingham, Alabama. 2 Table of Contents Calendar 2007-2008 Vision . .3 Fall Semester 2007 August 14-15 . .Jefferson Campus Registration Statement of Philosophy and Purpose . .3 August 16 . .Shelby-Hoover Campus/Pell City Registration August 16 . .Moody Registration General Information . .6 August 18 . .Classes Begin August 20-22 . .Schedule Adjustment Admission to the College . .18 September 3 . .Labor Day Holiday September 7 . .Last Day to Withdraw with Partial Refund Financial Information . .30 November 10 . .Last Day to Receive Automatic W November 12 . .Veterans' Day Holiday Support Services . .36 November 19-21 . .Professional Development November 22-24 . .Thanksgiving Holidays Academic Regulations . .44 December 8 . .Saturday Classes - Final Exams December 12-14 & 17-18 . .Final Exams Degree Requirements . .50 Spring Semester 2008 Academic Inventory . .56 January 2 . .Jefferson Campus/Pell City Registration University Parallel Programs . .64 January 3 . .Shelby-Hoover Campus/Moody Registration January 5 . .Classes Begin Career Programs . .96 January 7-9 . .Schedule Adjustment January 21 . .Martin Luther King, Jr./Robert E. Lee Holiday Course Descriptions . .156 January 25 . .Last Day to Withdraw with Partial Refund March 20-22 . .Spring Holidays Advisory Committees . .226 April 5 . .Last Day to Receive Automatic W April 25 . .Friday Classes - Final Exams Personnel . .234 April 26 . .Saturday Classes - Final Exams April 28-May 2 . .Final Exams Student Handbook . .248 May 2 . .Graduation Summer Term 2008 General Index . .278 May 6 . .May Mini - Term Registration May 7 . .May Mini - Term Classes Begin May14 . .May Mini - Term Finals May 21 . .Jefferson Campus/Pell City Registration May 22 . .Shelby-Hoover Campus/Moody Registration May 24 . .Classes Begin May 26 . .Memorial Day Holiday May 27-28 . .Schedule Adjustment June 13 . .Last Day to Withdraw with Partial Refund July 4 . .Independence Day Holiday July 19 . .Last Day to Receive Automatic W August 1 . .Friday Classes - Final Exams August 2 . .Saturday Classes - Final Exams August 6-7 . .Final Exams Program and Catalog Changes College Closed The contents of this catalog are for informational purposes only and are not to be considered as a contract between a September 3 . .Labor Day Holiday student and Jefferson State. November 12 . .Veterans' Day Holiday November 22-24 . .Thanksgiving Holidays Jefferson State reserves the right to change any provision December 24-28, January 1 . .Christmas Holidays listed in this catalog without furnishing actual notice to indi- January 21 . .Martin Luther King, Jr./Robert E. Lee Holiday vidual students. Information on any changes will be available March 20-22 . .Spring Break in the offices of the president and the vice president. Every May 26 . .Memorial Day attempt will be made to advise students if any changes do July 4 . .Independence Day Holiday occur. It is the student's responsibility to know and follow all requirements. Jefferson State Community College 2007-2008 3 Members of the Alabama State Vision Board of Education The vision of Jefferson State Community College is to be rec- ognized as the most effective community college in the state Jefferson State Community College is a part of the Alabama of Alabama by providing individuals with knowledge and skills College System under the control of The State Board of needed to function in a technologically demanding society. Education. In a period of significant and rapid change, we intend to put Governor Bob Riley, President the learner's needs first by being responsive and innovative, Bradley Byrne, Chancellor as well as being a catalyst for lifelong learning through the use of a variety of delivery systems. District 1 Mr. Randy McKinney P. O. Box 2999 Statement of Philosophy Gulf Shores, AL 36547 (251) 967-2166 and Purpose District 2 Jefferson State Community College, as a comprehensive, Mrs. Betty Peters public, two-year, community college, exists to provide an 3507 Huntington Place educational environment in which the needs of the individual Dothan, AL 36303 (334) 794-8024 student, the community, and other target audiences can be met. Within this educational environment, Jefferson State District 3 endeavors to make collegiate education accessible to all who Mrs. Stephanie Bell seek it and in a manner consistent with the vision, mission, 3218 Lancaster Lane goals, and objectives of the Alabama College System. Montgomery, AL 36106 (334) 272-2777 The college is dedicated to offering programs and activities District 4 which reflect those characteristics that help define an edu- Dr. Ethel H. Hall cated person. These characteristics include a level of gener- 7125 Westmoreland Drive al education that enables the individual to understand his or Fairfield, AL 35064 (205) 923-6093 her culture and environment; the development of skills in analysis, communication, quantification, and synthesis nec- District 5 essary for further growth as a lifelong learner and a produc- Dr. Ella B. Bell tive member of society; the identification of a system of per- 2634 Airwood Drive sonal values based on accepted ethics that lead to civic and Montgomery, AL 36108 (334) 229-6866 social responsibility; and the attainment of skills that enhance the development of leisure activities and a healthful lifestyle. District 6 These characteristics are attained not only through organ- Mr. David Byers ized courses and programs, but also through the intellectual 2 Metroplex Drive and social climate of the college and through a variety of Suite 111 social, cultural, civic and other educational activities that are Birmingham, AL 35209 (205) 263-2400 offered based on the needs of the community. District 7 The following purposes stemming from this philosophy, are Mrs. Sandra Ray stated by the college as commitments to fulfilling the overall Presiding Officer role of the institution: 2008 University Blvd. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 758-7777 The college is committed to providing accessible educational and workforce development programs through which stu- District 8 dents may obtain the skills and knowledge necessary to pur- Dr. Mary Jane Caylor sue their life's work and to become educated members of P. O. Box 18903 society. Students may select an option from among: Huntsville, AL 35804 (256) 489-0541 • University parallel degree programs that prepare stu- dents to transfer to a college or university as a junior. • Career and professional degree programs that integrate general and career-specific education and prepare stu- dents for immediate employment. Jefferson State Community College 2007-2008 4 • Certificate and non-credit certificate programs and other learning opportunities that enable students to acquire specific training to prepare for employment or advancement in jobs requiring skilled employees. • Dual enrollment programs that allow qualified high school students to earn credits for a high school diploma and/or a postsecondary degree. • Distance learning programs and classes that pro- mote accessibility through new technologies. The college is committed to providing the services and envi- ronment necessary to assist its students in achieving their educational goals and enhancing their social and physical development. These include: • Student academic, developmental, and