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2016 - 2017 CATALOG ACCREDITATIONS American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Veterinary Technology Program The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Johnson College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]; website: http://www.capteonline.org. Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182 (312) 704-5300 e-mail: [email protected] Radiologic Technology Program National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF), Automotive Technology Program APPROVALS Pennsylvania Department of Education, State Board of Education United States Department of Education, Title IV Assistance Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Veterans Training American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) International Curriculum Certification, Drafter Level, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology Program REGISTRATIONS United States Department of Agriculture www.johnson.edu 3427 NORTH MAIN AVENUE • SCRANTON • PENNSYLVANIA 18508-1495 (570) 342-6404 (800) 293-9675 About This Catalog This catalog is a primary reference source for students, faculty, staff, and the community and will answer many, if not all, questions regarding Johnson College. Johnson College reserves the right, in its sole judgment, to make changes of any nature in its programs, calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or desirable. Changes may include course content, scheduling of classes, and canceling of classes and other academic activities. The College will make every effort to provide students with timely notification of such changes. This catalog does not establish a contractual relationship but summarizes current information regarding the calendar, admissions, degree requirements, fees, regulations, and course offerings. The information contained in this catalog is correct at the time of printing. Changes in policy, requirements, and regulations may occur during the year. Non-discrimination Policy Johnson College welcomes applications from prospective students interested in pursuing an intensive technical or clinical program of education. Johnson College does not discriminate with regard to race, color, creed, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, including a transgender identity, genetics, veteran status, or ancestry in the administration of its educational and admission policies, scholarship, loan, athletic and other school administered programs, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or any other legally protected category. For information regarding civil rights and grievance procedures, contact the President/CEO of Johnson College, 3427 North Main Avenue, Scranton, PA 18508; (570) 342-6404. i Accreditation/Approvals Johnson College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC.) The Pennsylvania Department of Education, State Board of Education, has approved Johnson College as a two-year college. The Automotive Technology Program is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF) The Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182 Phone: (312)704-5300 E-mail: [email protected] Website : www.jrcert.org The Veterinary Technology Program is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) The Architectural Drafting & Design Technology program has curriculum approval at the Drafter level by the American Design Drafting Association International (ADDA). The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Johnson College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]; website: http://www.capteonline.org. Date of Publication August, 2015 O. S. Johnson Technical Institute t/a Johnson College ii TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Academic Calendars 1 History of Johnson College 3 Plan of Education 5 Mission Statement 6 Vision Statement 6 Core Values 6 Degrees Awarded 7 Certificates Awarded 7 Admissions Information Admissions Process 8 Admission Requirements / Procedure 9 GED Students 10 Home-schooled Students 11 Preparing your Application 11 Application Deadline Dates 12 Acceptance 12 Campus Visit 12 Career Advising 12 Veterans 12 Rehabilitation 12 SOAR 12 Transcript Evaluation Policy 13 Approval for Off-Campus Study 14 Transfer of Credit with Baccalaureate Institution 14 Enrollment Information Tuition Deposit 15 ACCUPLACER College Placement Exam 15 Johnson College Preparatory Program 15 Medical Inoculations 15 Criminal Background Check / Alcohol and Drug Screening 16 Tuition, Fees, Expenses Application Fee 17 Tuition Deposit 17 Tuition 17 iii Additional Fees 17 Financial Aid Eligibility 20 Grants 20 Loans 20 Work Study Employment 20 Satisfactory Academic Progress and Receipt of Financial Aid 21 Industry Tuition Reimbursement Plans 24 Scholarships and Merit Awards Scholarships 25 Merit Awards 28 Withdrawal and Adjustment of Charges Tuition Adjustment 29 State Guidelines 29 Federal Guidelines 29 Application of Policy 30 Academic Information Student Success Seminar 32 Change of Name / Address 32 Verification 32 Length of Programs 33 Prior Learning Assessment 33 Credit by Examination 33 Service Members Opportunity College 35 Credit for Military Experience 35 Workforce Training 36 Registration 36 Student Academic Course Load 37 Formation of Sections and Cancellation of Courses 37 Course Audits 38 Practicum / Internship / Cooperative Education Experience 38 Change of Major 38 Change of Schedule 38 Repeated Courses 39 Credit Hours and Grading System 39 iv Attendance Policy 41 Make-up Work 42 Satisfactory Academic Progress 42 Academic Probation 43 Termination from the College 43 Dismissal from a Program of Study 43 Withdrawal from the College 44 Medical Withdrawal and Re-entry Policy 44 Student Complaint / Grievance Procedure 44 Readmission Policy 45 Veterans’ Readmission 45 Readmission Procedure 46 Graduation Requirements 47 Academic Honors and Recognition The President’s List 48 Honors upon Graduation 48 Second Degree 48 Student Records and Record Maintenance 49 Student Rights of Privacy and Access 49 Distance Education Classes 50 Student Services Student Information Handbook 51 Facilities Library / Resource Center 51 Computer Labs 51 Fitness Center 51 Cafeteria 51 Student Housing 51 Bookstore 52 National Honor Societies Alpha Beta Kappa 53 Chi Alpha Epsilon 53 Career Services 53 Student Life Student Life Department 54 Freshman Orientation 54 Student Organizations Student Government Association 54 Social Force 54 v Ambassador Program 54 Johnson Power (J-POW) 54 Johnson Activity Group (JAG) 55 Athletics 55 Intramurals 55 Gamer Geekz 55 Snow Jags 55 KAPPA PSI NU 55 Student Support Services Counseling 56 Perkins Grant 56 Tutoring 56 Learning Support / Testing Accommodations 56 SUCCESS Program 57 Educational Resources 57 Deaf / Hard of Hearing 57 Student Responsibilities, Conduct, and Dress 57 Discrimination, Harassment and Sexual Violence 58 Program Objectives and Employment Opportunities Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Technology 60 Architectural Drafting & Design Technology 63 Automotive Technology 66 Biomedical Equipment Technology 69 Business Management Logistics & Supply Chain Management Technology 73 Project Management Track 77 Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology 80 Computer Information Technology 83 Diesel Truck Technology 86 Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology 89 Electronic Engineering Technology 92 Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology 95 Physical Therapist Assistant 98 Radiologic Technology 106 Veterinary Technology 113 vi Certificate Programs Diesel Preventative Maintenance Technology 118 Welding Technology 120 Course Descriptions Programs of Study 122-188 General Education Courses 189-196 College Register Board of Directors 197 Administration 199 Faculty 200 Staff 203 vii 2016-2017 ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall Semester 2016 Aug. 22 Semester Begins Monday Sept. 5 Labor Day, College Closed Monday Oct. 10 Fall Break (no classes) Monday Oct. 28 Course Drop Date Friday Nov. 11 Veterans Day, College Closed Friday Nov. 24-27 Thanksgiving Break, College Closed Thursday thru Sunday Dec. 9 Classes / Semester Ends Friday Spring Semester 2017 Jan. 9 Semester Begins Monday Jan. 16 Martin Luther King Day, College Closed Monday Feb. 20 Presidents Day, College Closed Monday March 12-18 Spring Break, No Classes Sunday thru Saturday March 24 Course Drop Date Friday April 14-17 Break, College Closed Friday thru Monday May 5 Classes / Semester Ends Friday May 12 Commencement Practice Friday May 13 Commencement (tentative) Saturday 1 2017-2018 ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall Semester 2017 Aug. 21 Semester Begins Monday Sept. 4 Labor Day, College Closed Monday Oct. 16 Fall Break (no classes) Monday Oct. 27 Course Drop Date Friday Nov. 10 Veterans Day, College Closed Friday Nov. 23-26 Thanksgiving Break,