Academic Catalog 2019-2020
Vermilion Community College A member of Minnesota State Vermilion Community College 1900 East Camp Street • Ely, Minnesota 55731 218-365-7200 • 1-800-657-3608 Fax: 218-235-2173 www.vcc.edu
Vermilion Community College is a member college of the Northeast Higher Education District, and Minnesota State. It is our intention to provide resources relevant to the academic, extracurricular, and social lives of students. The information in this catalog is for use as an academic planning tool.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the material contained within this catalog as of the date of publication. However, all policies, procedures, academic schedules, program information, and fees are subject to change at any time by appropriate action of the faculty, the College administration, the Minnesota State Board of Trustees, or the Minnesota Legislature without prior notification. The provisions of this catalog do not constitute a contract between the student and the College.
Upon printing of this catalog, all previous issues are revoked. For the most current and up-to-date information please visit our website.
Upon request, this publication is available in alternative formats by calling one of the following: 218-235-2119 (office), 1-800-657-3608 (toll-free). Vermilion Community College is an equal opportunity employer and educator.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Minnesota Manifesto
Minnesota’s colleges and universities have accepted special roles and responsibilities in fostering diversity in our society. We are dedicated to the search for knowledge and the rights of every individual in our learning communities to pursue that search with freedom, dignity, and security, regardless of religious affiliation, race, ethnic heritage, gender, age, sexual orientation, or physical ability.
Representing all sectors of higher education in Minnesota, we publicly declare our intentions:
To continue the development of multicultural learning communities that will not tolerate acts of harassment and intolerance;
To establish, communicate, and enforce standards of behavior for students, staff, and faculty that uphold our academic values and our legal obligations;
To promote the acceptance and respect for individuals in an atmosphere of caring for others.
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1 Introduction 4 Mission Statement, Vision, Goals, and Principles, Provost’s Greeting, Accreditation, History, The Campus, Valuing Diversity, Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination, Americans with Disabilities Act, Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence Policy, Drug and Alcohol–Free Policy 2 Admissions and Registration 8 Admissions: Requirements, Procedures, and Information, Assessment for Course Placement, Financial Aid, Registration, College Costs and Schedule of Fees, and Student Payment and Refund Policies 3 Student Services and Resource Information 25 Directory of College Services 4 Academic Information and Credit Award Alternatives 30 Academic Information and Credit Award Alternatives 5 Campus Academic Policies 34 Academic Dishonesty Policy and Procedure, Academic Forgiveness Policy, Academic Standing / Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy, Code of Conduct, Confidentiality of Student Records and Data Privacy Policy, Grades – Definitions and Policy, Finality of Grades 6 Educational Philosophy and Academic Awards 45 General Education Philosophy, Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) with Course Listing, Goals and Learning Outcomes, Articulation Agreements for Transfer, Associate of Arts Degree, Associate of Science Degree, Associate of Applied Science Degree, Diploma, and Certificate 7 Programs of Study 52 Designated Degree, Diploma, and Certificate Programs 8 Course Descriptions 65
9 Continuing Education 95
10 Faculty, Staff, and Administration 96 Mission Statement
Vermilion Community College educates people from all walks of life to become well- rounded, ethical citizens prepared to work, live, and learn in a changing world, especially the natural world that surrounds us.
Vision
Vermilion Community College will be recognized as a vital two-year residential college that serves the changing needs of its communities by providing a quality comprehensive learning environment.
Goals
Provide a rich, uniquely diverse learning environment.
Invest in the college’s future.
Foster strong connections/partnerships.
Ensure the college’s financial stability.
Principles
Excellence. We strive for excellence in our educational programs, student experiences, partnerships, and services.
Responsiveness. We actively anticipate and respond to the changing needs of our constituents.
Community. We encourage and support learning and civic involvement that creates strong connections between the college and our communities.
Diversity. We recognize, respect, and learn from the diversity of our campus community.
Culture. We respect our history, culture, and surroundings and use them to create our unique learning environment.
Unity. We achieve our goals through open communication, mutual support, and respect. 4 Greetings from Vermilion Community College’s Provost
On behalf of the faculty and staff of Vermilion Community College, we welcome you to The Boundary Waters College. Whether you are a current high school student, a recent graduate, or a nontraditional student returning to higher education to hone or obtain new skills, Vermilion is sure to be the educational adventure for you.
Our beautiful location, perched on the very edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, offers you a million acres of unspoiled natural laboratory in which to experience our many unique degree programs, and a one of a kind setting for those of you seeking your liberal arts degree with plans to transfer after your sophomore year. Our student body is made up of graduates from 200 Minnesota high schools and over 20 different states. Vermilion’s rich mix of programming and our unique mission draw students from all over the country to explore general education and career opportunities pertaining to our natural world. Whatever your educational aspirations, Vermilion has a friendly and committed faculty and staff waiting to help guide you down the road to obtain your goals.
Vermilion Community College is a residential, comprehensive, community college where students from all walks of life come to be part of our family of learners. Founded in 1922, Vermilion is now one of five colleges in the Northeast Higher Education District that shares a common college president, Michael Raich. Under the leadership of Interim President Raich, and with the support of our vibrant community of Ely, Vermilion stands as a shining example of the benefits a small college offers today’s student; small classes, engaged instructors who know their students, knowledgeable staff, and a top-notch education.
Vermilion prides itself in our hands-on experiential approach to learning. We maintain a vibrant student life program and support numerous academic and student clubs, ranging from Archery to Wilderness. The lifelong friends you make here at Vermilion and the extracurricular activities, both planned through the college and those you throw together yourself, will also be an integral part of your college experience.
Within the pages of this catalog you will find answers to most of your questions, but don’t hesitate to contact us for any additional information. We thank you for choosing Vermilion, The Boundary Waters College.
Welcome!
Shawn Bina Provost
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Accreditation Vermilion’s natural setting not only provides Vermilion Community College is accredited by an outdoor classroom, it is fully utilized for the Higher Learning Commission, a regional instructional purposes also. Over three-fourths accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. of the college’s students come from beyond the Department of Education. Learn more about immediate commuting area. Because of this, this organization from their website at Vermilion is a true residential college, owning www.hlcommision.org. and operating three types of student housing: a residence hall, an apartment building, and duplex housing. Student life at Vermilion is as History rich, as full, and as meaningful as students wish Vermilion Community College opened in 1922 to make it. College activities offer an excellent as Ely Junior College and was originally part of opportunity for student participation, adding the Ely Public Schools. Although the institution both enrichment and enjoyment to the college became Ely State Junior College in 1964, the experience. Opportunities for student name was later changed to Vermilion State involvement and leadership abound. At Junior College, and in 1973, to Vermilion Vermilion, there is a place for everyone. Community College. In 1982, the College became a member institution in the Arrowhead Community Colleges, a multi-college network Valuing Diversity providing educational services throughout Vermilion has a responsibility in fostering northeastern Minnesota. This regional college diversity in our society. Managing diversity structure was dissolved in the Minnesota State requires valuing members of the College for Colleges and Universities reorganization of their individual contributions and their 1995. differences. Vermilion strives to implement policies and programs that promote equal In 1996, Vermilion Community College along opportunity for people from protected groups. with Mesabi Range Community & Technical College in Virginia and Eveleth, joined to form Vermilion is committed to maintaining a the Laurentian Community & Technical respectful, fair, and secure educational College District, enabling the two colleges to environment, free from discrimination or share senior administrative positions, programs harassment. and services. The College publicly declares its intentions to In November 1999, the Minnesota State continue to provide a multicultural learning Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees community that does not tolerate any acts of formed the Northeast Higher Education District harassment which might infringe on a positive (NHED). Vermilion Community College is a educational environment. member of the District. Valuing local autonomy and community based colleges, the Additionally, the College continues to vision of the NHED is to enhance student establish, communicate, and enforce standards access and learning options throughout the of behavior for students and staff that uphold region and to focus on each member college’s our academic values and promote the connection to the community. acceptance of and respect for all members of the Vermilion College Community. Vermilion will continue to enforce policies that ensure an The Campus educational environment that is free from Vermilion is located in Ely in the heart of the illegal harassment. Superior National Forest and on the doorstep of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
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Equal Opportunity and alcoholic beverages and 3.2% malt liquor at Nondiscrimination institutions and institution-sponsored events on or off campus is prohibited. Alcohol and/or Vermilion is committed to promoting equal illegal drugs are not permitted on the Vermilion educational opportunities and access to and campus grounds except for instructional participation in programs, services, and purpose and other permitted use set out in full activities without regard to race, sex, color, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, Alcohol and Drug Policy. The complete policy marital status, status with regard to public is printed in the Student Handbook. assistance, sexual orientation, or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by When students misuse and/or abuse alcohol, law. Providing equal opportunity is the academic performance, health, personal responsibility of each staff member and extends relationships and safety suffer. Vermilion to all aspects of the curriculum and other Community College is committed to a standard activities of the college. of student conduct that prohibits the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of alcohol or Americans with Disabilities Act other illegal drugs. The College will impose Vermilion is committed to providing equal administrative and legal sanctions on those who access to all college programs, services, and violate this policy as outlined in the Drug-Free activities to persons with disabilities and strives Schools and Communities Act Amendments of to comply with the Americans with Disabilities 1989 (Public Law 101-226) and Minnesota Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Statutes 152. Act and Minnesota law. The College makes reasonable accommodations to ensure access to programs, services, and activities as required Sexual Harassment and Sexual by law. Access means that a qualified Violence individual with a disability will not be excluded Vermilion is committed to ensuring an from participation in or be denied the benefits educational and employment environment free of the services, programs, or activities of the of sexual harassment, sexual violence or college, nor will the individual be subjected to harassment based on sexual orientation. All discrimination. members of the college are expected to report incidents of sexual harassment, sexual violence Reasonable accommodations may include or assault, or harassment based on gender or modifications to rules, policies, or practices, the sexual orientation. Sexual harassment is a removal of architectural, communication, or violation of Section 703 of Title VII of the Civil transportation barriers, provision of auxiliary Rights Act of 1964 as amended in 1972, the aids or the provision of equally effective Minnesota Human Rights Law 363.03 programs, services, or activities. For additional subdivision 51, and Title IX of the Educational information regarding services to students with Amendments and is punishable under both disabilities, please contact: federal and state laws.
Molly Johnston If you have any question or you feel you, or Director of Disability Services others, have experience harassment please CC108C contact: 218-235-2119 or [email protected] Jeff Nelson Drug and Alcohol-Free Campus Director of Enrollment and Student Services It is Vermilion and Minnesota State policy that PE 130B the possession, use, sale or distribution of 218-235-2193 or [email protected]
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Admissions
Vermilion Community College is committed to have the opportunity to tour the campus, have promoting equal educational and employment lunch in our cafeteria, and meet with faculty, opportunities without regard to race, color, staff, and coaches. Let us know ahead of time creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, if you have any specific requests. We tailor disability, sexual orientation, reliance on public each visit to meet your needs. The college is assistance, or organizational membership open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday commission. through Friday, excluding holidays.
Campus Visit Program To ensure that the Enrollment Services Office There are many ways to learn about Vermilion is able to provide a prospective student with a to help you decide whether it is the right college complete and well-planned visit, please call, for you. There is no substitute for visiting write, or email the Enrollment Services Office Vermilion and Ely to experience our to arrange a campus visit. environment first hand! Enrollment Services During your visit you will have a one-on-one Vermilion Community College meeting with one of our admissions 1900 East Camp Street, Ely, MN 55731 representatives. He or she will describe the Toll Free: 1-800-657-3608 college and its academic programs, student life, Local: 218-235-2191 residence life, and student services. You will V/TTY: MN Relay 711 or 800-627-3529 [email protected]
Admissions Policy and Requirements
Vermilion is committed to an open door State application form for Vermilion) admissions policy with the following found online at www.vcc.edu. requirements: 2. Nonrefundable $20 Application Fee. 1. A high school diploma or General 3. High school transcript mailed directly from Equivalency Diploma (GED) certificate, or the high school, or GED certificate. 2. Current high school students who meet 4. Official transcripts from each higher Post-Secondary Enrollment Options educational institution attended. program or concurrent enrollment criteria, 5. International students must satisfy or additional requirements for admission. 3. A person who has neither a high school 6. High school students seeking admission diploma nor a GED certificate may be under the Post Secondary Enrollment admitted if, at the discretion of the College, Options (PSEO) program must satisfy that person demonstrates the potential for those specific requirements for admission. being a successful college student as determined by the College’s Ability to Admission to Vermilion does not guarantee Benefit assessment standards. admission to college-level courses. Academic, fiscal, and/or facility considerations may limit Applicants must submit: admission to particular programs offered by the 1. A completed Vermilion Community College. Contact Enrollment Services for College application form (or the Minnesota
8 Admissions and Registration 2 specific requirements or refer to the Admission designee) is considered for students under 21 Procedures later in this chapter. years of age. For students 21 years of age or older, the student’s permanent residence is Ability to Benefit considered. Students who do not have a GED or high school diploma may qualify for admissions under the Exemptions to the above policies are: Ability to Benefit Policy. To qualify, students must be assessed by taking the College Board’s 1. Active Military Duty. U.S. military ACCUPLACER Assessment. Achievement of personnel serving on active duty satisfactory scores on this assessment will assignment in Minnesota, veterans, and allow students to be admitted to the college. their spouses and dependent children.
To be eligible for financial aid, a candidate 2. Minnesota High School Graduates. A must meet or exceed the minimum score on student who graduated from a Minnesota each of the approved tests in a single testing high school, if the student was a resident of experience. Candidates who do not achieve Minnesota during the student’s period of passing scores may retake the tests in attendance at the Minnesota high school alternative forms. and the student physically attends a Minnesota State College or University. Proof of Immunization Minnesota Statute (M.S. 135A.14) requires all Additional State Residency Exemptions and students born after 1956 and enrolled in a Requirements can be found within Minnesota public or private post-secondary school in State Colleges and Universities Board Policy Minnesota be immunized against diphtheria, 2.2, or by contacting the Director of Enrollment tetanus, measles, mumps, and rubella – Services. allowing for certain exceptions. No proof of immunization is needed from students who are State Tuition Reciprocity assumed to be up-to-date with their Residents of Wisconsin, North Dakota, South immunizations due to requirements imposed by Dakota and Manitoba, Canada may attend their previous school enrollment, such as public institutions in Minnesota at a special students who graduated from a Minnesota high state-negotiated rate. These students are school in 1997 or later. charged special tuition fees similar to those charged to Minnesota residents. Potential Applicants from outside of Minnesota and students from these states should contact their those from Minnesota who graduated from high high school counselors or principals for the school prior to 1997 must provide address of the state office which handles immunization records (month and year of applications for the reciprocity program. immunizations) with their application to Students are responsible to complete the Vermilion. A form is available from required reciprocity paperwork. Enrollment Services or on our website (www.vcc.edu) in the Admission Procedures Midwest Student Exchange Program section. Students from Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska may enroll in Determination of Residency designated Minnesota institutions and Residence status of students shall be programs at reduced tuition levels outside their determined at the time of registration. The home state. The Midwest Exchange tuition rate permanent residence of the student’s parents will be 125% of the Minnesota resident tuition (or guardians if approved by the Chancellor or rate.
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Application for admission is open for fall, Applicants must supply documentation (month spring, and summer terms. Students may apply and year) of immunization against mumps, and register for classes through the first five measles, rubella, diphtheria, and tetanus, if days of the semester. Early application and born in 1957 or later. Refer to “Proof of registration are recommended. Immunization” section.
The quickest and easiest way to apply is with Step 6: Complete and return your Vermilion our online application, found on our website at Residence Life contract. www.vcc.edu. You may also contact Enrollment Services and we will send you a Once we receive your application for paper application. Applying online through admission, we will send you a Vermilion Minnesota State, and selecting Vermilion Residence Life contract for on-campus Community College, is also acceptable. housing. If you plan to live on-campus, please Completed applications should be sent to the complete and return the contract with the Admissions/Enrollment Services Office. required deposit.
Completing the confidential information We process housing requests on a first-come, requested on the admission application is first-served basis. The sooner you get your voluntary. This information will assist contract to us, the better your chances of getting Minnesota State in evaluating student your preferred housing. recruitment and retention policies. It will not be used as a basis for admission. Step 7: Attend Orientation & Registration.
First-year Students While it is not required, we highly recommend attending Orientation and Registration Days, Step 1: Understand Vermilion’s admission our orientation and registration session. To requirements. learn more about orientation, call the Enrollment Office or visit our website at Step 2: Complete a Vermilion application. www.vcc.edu.
Step 3: Send us your high school transcripts. Transfer Students In addition to meeting the criteria for new Contact your high school counseling office and students, students transferring from another request that they send us your high school college or university must be in good academic transcripts. Transcripts should include courses standing. Good academic standing is defined you have taken with grades and standardized as: test results and should include your graduation date verifying graduation. Credits Attempted Min. Cumulative GPA 0 – 5 0.00 Step 4: Send us application fee. 6 – 19 1.80 20+ 2.00 Applicants need to pay a $20 nonrefundable application fee. This fee should be sent to All students who have attempted six credits or Enrollment Services or paid online. more are required to earn a minimum of 67% of cumulative registered credits. Students must Step 5: Provide immunization information. contact each college’s records office and ask them to forward official transcripts to our enrollment department. Vermilion will be able
10 Admissions and Registration 2 to download transcripts from all Minnesota outlines, objectives, learning outcomes and/or State Colleges and Universities. relevant information. The student will be notified within 10 days of the decision and Step 1: Understand Vermilion’s admission rationale for the decision via student’s local requirements. and/or permanent residence. A student who is not satisfied with the college transfer appeal Step 2: Complete a Vermilion application. decision may appeal the decision to the senior vice chancellor for academic and student affairs Step 3: Send us your high school and college at the system level. transcripts. A student on academic suspension from If you are transferring fewer than 60 college another college or university will be required to credits, contact your high school counseling appeal for admittance to Vermilion Community office and request that they send us your high College. school transcripts. Transcripts should include courses you have taken with grades and Step 4: Send us the application fee. standardized test results and should include your graduation date verifying graduation. Applicants need to pay a $20 nonrefundable application fee, sent to Enrollment Services or In addition, please contact each college’s paid online. records office and ask them to forward official transcripts to our enrollment department. Step 5: Send us your immunization Vermilion will be able to download transcripts information. from all Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. Applicants must supply documentation (month and year) of immunization against mumps, College transcripts will be evaluated to measles, rubella, diphtheria, and tetanus, if determine acceptable credits to be applied born in 1957 or later. Refer to “Proof of toward degree or certificate programs. Lower Immunization” section. division credits earned at a college or university accredited by a regional accrediting association Step 6: Complete and return your Vermilion may be accepted by the college’s credit Residence Life contract. evaluator. The grade point average from the transfer institution is not used in computing the Once we receive your application for student’s GPA at Vermilion. admission, we will send you a Vermilion Residence Life contract for on-campus Transfer students may be given provisional housing. If you plan to live on-campus, please admission until all transcripts are received by complete and return the contract with the the College. Failure to supply the necessary required deposit. transcripts may lead to suspension from the College. Students are responsible for paying for We process housing requests on a first-come all credits they register for prior to the College first-served basis. The sooner you get your receiving late transcripts. contract to us, the better your chances of getting your preferred housing. If a student is not satisfied with the college’s transfer decision, the student may appeal a Step 7: Attend Orientation & Registration. transfer decision at the college level and at the system level. Students may appeal the transfer While it is not required, we highly recommend credit evaluation from Vermilion by submitting attending Orientation and Registration, our a request to the Provost. The review of the orientation and registration session. To learn appeal shall be based on course descriptions, 11 more about orientation, call the Enrollment Applicants need to pay a $20 nonrefundable Office or visit our website at www.vcc.edu. application fee, sent to Enrollment Services or paid online. International Students Qualified international students must complete Step 5: Provide immunization information. all of the following steps in order to be accepted for admission to Vermilion Community Applicants must supply documentation (month College. I-20 forms, authorizing admission into and year) of immunization against mumps, the United States for educational purposes, will measles, rubella, diphtheria, and tetanus, if be issued when all admissions requirements are born in 1957 or later. Refer to “Proof of met and applicants have been accepted. Immunization” section.
Step 1: Understand Vermilion’s admission Step 6: Submit detailed Financial Certificate. requirements. With your international application, you will Step 2: Complete the Vermilion International receive a Financial Certificate form that must Application for Admission. be filled out completely. This statement must show proof of sufficient funds to cover all The Vermilion International Application for expected expenses for the entire academic year. Admission is different than Vermilion’s An estimate of expected expenses for standard application. Please contact Enrollment international students is sent with the Services and we will send you an international application package. application. Students planning to enroll for fall semester must submit their application by June Applicants should not rely on financial aid from 30. Students planning to enroll for spring the College or from other employment in the semester must submit their application by United States as a source of income. As a rule, October 31. neither financial aid nor permission to be employed is available to international students. Step 3: Send us your high school and college transcripts. Step 7: Applicants must purchase the Minnesota State Colleges and If you are transferring fewer than 60 college Universities international student credits, contact your high school counseling accident and injury insurance plan. office and request that they send us your high school transcripts. Transcripts should include Students must maintain insurance coverage courses you have taken with grades and throughout the duration of attendance at standardized test results and should be Vermilion. Student coverage will be verified submitted in English. every year. It is the student’s responsibility to See Step 3 in Transfer Student Requirements make sure that insurance is renewed every year for all other relevant requirements. of attendance. Vermilion assumes no responsibility for medical expenses. International students shall be considered for admission if their scholastic preparation is Step 8: Submit proof of English proficiency. judged to be equivalent to Vermilion’s admissions requirements. Applicants who are not native speakers of English shall be required to demonstrate proficiency in English through one of the Step 4: Send us the application fee. following:
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1. Attend and graduate from an accredited Residence Life contract for on-campus United States secondary or post- housing. If you plan to live on-campus, please secondary institution. complete and return the contract with the 2. Satisfactorily complete college-level required deposit. English course work at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution. We process housing requests on a first–come, 3. Submit an official copy of your first-served basis. The sooner you get your TOEFL scores if English is not your contract to us, the better your chances of getting native language. This must be sent your preferred housing. directly to Vermilion from ETS. The minimum score is 61 on the internet- Step 12: Attend Orientation & Registration. based TOEFL test. The TOEFL test code for Vermilion is 6194. Start While it is not required, we highly recommend preparing by accessing using their attending Orientation and Registration Days, study guide found online our orientation and registration session. To (www.toeflgoanywhere.org). learn more about orientation, call the 4. Receive a recommendation from an Enrollment Office or visit our website at English as a Second Language Center www.vcc.edu. (such as Hamline University) in the range of 17 to 20. Non-degree Seeking Students 5. Receive a recommendation from the A student seeking credit for a course but not English as a Second Language seeking a degree from Vermilion can enroll in Program at the University stating that any Vermilion course as long as that student you are “exempt from further ESL— meets the prerequisites for that course. To ready for full academic load”. determine if the student meets the prerequisites, the student may be required to complete the Step 9: Submit the I-20 mailing fee to current Vermilion college readiness assessment Vermilion and pay for the FedEx and/or submit official transcripts from other shipping rate. colleges or universities that the student has attended. Step 10: Pay the SEVIS fee to the Department of Homeland Security. Step 1: Understand Vermilion’s admission requirements. International students coming to the United States for college on an F-1 visa must pay a fee Step 2: Complete a Vermilion application. to the Department of Homeland Security. This fee is used to cover DHS’s cost of running the SEVIS program which is used to issue and Post-Secondary Enrollment track F-1 visas. This fee must be paid by the Options Students student directly to the DHS. For detailed Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) information about this fee and to pay the fee are established by Minnesota State Statutes online, visit their website at www.fmjfee.com. 124D.09 and supported by Board Policy 3.5, to It is important that this fee be paid at least three promote rigorous educational pursuits and business days before entering the U.S. at a Port provide a wider variety of options for students. of Entry. Through PSEO, high school students may concurrently earn both secondary and Step 11: Complete and return your Vermilion postsecondary credit for college and/or Residence Life contract. university courses completed on a college or university campus, at a high school, or at Once we receive your application for another location. admission, we will send you a Vermilion 13
PSEO enrollment is available to sophomores, Vermilion Community College will ensure that juniors and seniors enrolled through any all PSEO students are provided, through Minnesota secondary school, home school, or student orientation sessions, print and/or alternative learning center, who present electronic materials, and academic advising, evidence of the ability to perform college work. with information that informs them about the Such evidence includes the following: academic and student support services available to all students at Vermilion. This for juniors, class rank in the upper material will also outline their responsibilities, one-third of their class or a score at or including the responsibility to communicate above the 70th percentile on a with their high school about their academic nationally standardized, norm- progress in PSEO courses. referenced test; for seniors, class rank in the upper Students will receive high school credit for one-half of their class or a score at or successfully completing classes taken at above the 50th percentile on a Vermilion that are equivalent to their high nationally standardized, norm- school classes. referenced test; OR an overall high school GPA of 2.5 for Vermilion will determine that a student is high school seniors or a 3.0 for high eligible for each course selected through PSEO. school juniors. Courses with differential tuition or course fees for sophomores, passed the reading greater than $50 are not eligible to be taken portion of the 8th grade MCA test with through the PSEO program. This is based on a “meet or exceed” level. the Vermilion policy which states, “Vermilion Community College reserves the right to Sophomores are allowed to enroll in one Career exclude enrollment in certain courses/programs and Technical Education (CTE) course through with differential tuition and/or specific fees.” PSEO. If he/she earns a grade of “C” grade or better, they are eligible to take additional CTE Vermilion will monitor the progress of each courses while in 10th grade. student enrolled in PSEO courses.
Students choosing to enroll in PSEO courses, PSEO Students (on-campus) including PSEO concurrent enrollment courses, shall meet the requirements of Board Step 1: Understand PSEO eligibility Policy 3.3 and System Procedure 3.3.1, requirements. Assessment for Course Placement, before enrolling. Vermilion requires that prospective Step 2: Complete the PSEO Notice of Student PSEO students complete the college readiness Registration form. assessment in English, reading, and math, and place college-level in English and reading. The Minnesota Department of Education Postsecondary Enrollment Options Program Students must be aware that the social and Notice of Student Registration form must be academic atmosphere at college may vary completed. Students may obtain this official greatly from that at their high school. More form from their high school principal, high freedom and less structure in the academic and school counselor, or the Vermilion Enrollment social setting of a college require maturity and Services Office. The appropriate signatures responsibility in order for a student to succeed. from either the high school principal or high All PSEO students are expected to perform to school counselor, and the college counselor are the standards to which Vermilion’s non-PSEO required. students are held accountable. Step 3: Complete a Vermilion application.
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Please indicate on the application that you plan Step 6: Attend Orientation & Registration. to enroll in PSEO. While it is not required, we highly recommend Step 4: Send us your high school and any attending Orientation and Registration, our college transcripts. orientation and registration session. To learn more about orientation, call the Enrollment Contact your high school counseling office and Office or visit our website at www.vcc.edu. request that they send us your high school transcripts. Transcripts should include courses Concurrent Enrollment Program you have taken with grades and standardized Another option for PSEO students is our test results. Concurrent Enrollment Program. In this program, eligible high school students, as If you have college credits to transfer to defined by the PSEO admissions requirements, Vermilion, please contact each college’s are enrolled in college level courses offered at records office and ask them to forward official their own high schools through collaborative transcripts to our Enrollment Services Office. partnerships with Vermilion. There are many Vermilion will be able to download transcripts benefits of participation by high school students from all Minnesota State Colleges and in the CEP. One advantage is the opportunity Universities. for high school students to earn the same college credits while staying at their own high Step 5: Complete the Consent for Release of school with their peer group. Additional Information Form. information can be obtained from the Concurrent Enrollment Director at Vermilion. This form is available from the Enrollment Services Office and must be returned as part of the application process.
Admissions Information
Admissions Appeal National Guard In the event that a student fails to meet Persons enlisted in the Minnesota National admissions requirements, he or she may appeal Guard may be eligible for educational benefits in writing. A written appeal should be in the through the Guard. Such individuals should form of a letter to the Academic Appeals contact their Commanding Officer for more Committee and must include a description of information and financial assistance the circumstances, rationale for enrollment, and registration materials. other important information to aid in the appeal process. Part-Time Students Students are considered to be part-time if they Career Information register for 11 or fewer credits in a semester and Vermilion has many excellent technical and are not working toward a degree or certificate. professional academic programs that prepare All part-time students can complete Part-time students for employment. Prospective students Student Registration Form available from the can find information on career exploration and Records Office or they can create their job opportunities on the program pages of the Minnesota State StarID and register online. Vermilion website and through websites such as ISEEK, MCIS, and CareerOneStop Veterans Veterans, war orphans, and dependents of disabled or deceased veterans have the 15 opportunity to continue their education under Referrals from faculty and staff various educational programs administered by Referrals from community agencies and the United States Veterans Administration. the Workforce Center Veterans and/or their dependents may be Referrals from area schools entitled to obtain these benefits while pursuing Self-referrals a course of study at Vermilion Community College. Veterans enrolled under Public Law During and after enrollment, faculty and staff 815 must carry at least 12 credits during each will assist students with limited English semester of the academic year to be eligible for proficiency using the following techniques: full-time allotments. Contact the Records Consultation with student, counselor, Office to have your Certification of Enrollment advisor, or faculty member of the program Form completed. All inquiries concerning the interest areas ongoing veterans program should be directed to Obtain and provide sample materials from the Records Office program for student to review Recommend sitting in on a class to observe Procedure for Assisting Students with and help determine the level of English Limited English Proficiency comprehension required Lack of English skills should not be a barrier to admission or participation. In order to eliminate Students with limited English proficiency may barriers, we take appropriate measures to assess refer to the Academic Resource Center for each student’s ability to participate and benefit services such as: through placement testing and counseling. Individual or small group tutoring Based on the assessment and counseling, Study groups students are then provided with campus Testing/assessment: read tests/assessments services or a referral to community services to aloud, extended time, and alternate times be better prepared for successful participation. and locations if necessary Note takers for class as a service Students with a limited proficiency in English Taping lectures are assisted in the pre-enrollment and enrollment process. A particular emphasis for Keeping open communications between these students is providing additional and students with limited English proficiency specific services, as needed, for integration into and faculty and staff the college setting and eventually into the world of work.
Services to English as a Second Language students are individualized for each student and provided via a team approach of college staff and community resources as coordinated by the college counselor. A formal ESL program is presently not available at the college. Before enrollment, college faculty and staff will assist in identifying students who potentially may have a limited English speaking ability in several ways: Interviews with prospective students Interviews during the admissions process
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Assessment for Course Placement
Educational Planning the skills necessary to be successful. The At Vermilion, students work with professional results of the assessments determine which educators and advisors to assess their academic English, reading, and mathematics courses a skills, plan their educational programs, and student may need to take in order to meet the prepare for future employment or education. requirements of their chosen program. All degree programs require students to have or Student Assessment develop basic, intermediate, and college- Unless otherwise exempted, all students who level skills in those areas. Students should register for eight or more credits or who wish check the requirements of their program for to enroll in a credit course requiring skills in specific information. reading, composition, and/or mathematics are required to participate in the College Board’s Assessment Retests ACCUPLACER assessment. This tool Students who believe that their placement combines student background information with into a developmental class is inaccurate may assessment results in reading comprehension retest prior to the fifth day of class. and mathematics to identify a student’s current Vermilion allows for two retests (three times levels of ability and to aid in course placement. total) of the ACCUPLACER in a year, the The assessments are scored but have no impact first time being the start date for the one-year on a student’s acceptance. The purpose of the limit. assessment is to ensure that students are placed into classes appropriate to their ability, to help Students are limited to five retests per students plan an effective course of study, and general subject (for example, mathematics) to identify support services at Vermilion that within the period that the scores are valid will assist in achieving success. (two calendar years for mathematics and three calendar years for reading Students meet with advisors to review comprehension). This limit includes all ACCUPLACER results, identify program exams taken across the Minnesota State requirements, and develop an education plan. system, but excludes those taken while a Students with disabilities who need any secondary student not formally admitted to a accommodations for ACCUPLACER testing college or university (for example, taken for should contact the Disability Services Director. PSEO or concurrent enrollment admission).
Students who have taken the assessment at An additional retest may be allowed with another Minnesota State college or university permission by the test administrator or in the last two years are not required to take the counselor. assessment again, provided the test scores are available. Scores on the ACT, SAT, and MCA College-level Reading Skills can also be used to determine college level. Students must have proficiency in reading comprehension and in drawing inferences from Students transferring to Vermilion who have written material in order to be successful in completed college-level courses with a C or college-level courses, and many courses have better may also be exempt from taking all or reading prerequisites. Although placement into portions of the ACCUPLACER and should developmental reading courses is based on check with an advisor. ACCUPLACER scores, students who have experienced difficulty in reading-based high Placement for Success school courses should consider enrolling in a The assessment of academic skills ensures developmental reading course to build their that students begin college coursework with reading skills. 17
College-level Composition Skills to attain the “C” grade. Most developmental College-level placement in composition education courses are financial aid eligible. The begins with the course ENGL 1511 College exception is MATH 0091 Arithmetic, which is Composition I. High School preparation not financial aid eligible. consists of four years of English with a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Technical programs are often tightly sequenced, and students who need several College-level Mathematics Skills developmental courses should expect to take College-level placement in mathematics begins longer to complete any program. Student who with one of the four following courses: MATH need to meet developmental prerequisites 1515 Survey of Mathematics, MATH 1521 should work closely with a college advisor to College Algebra, MATH 1456 Introduction to understand and plan a course of study that leads Statistics, or MATH 1557 Pre-calculus. High to their success. school preparation for students planning a Students are exempt from taking any major in natural sciences consists of four years developmental education courses in any subject of mathematics, including two years of algebra. are for which the student can provide The math requirement for individual majors documentation of scoring as college-ready on varies, but all Associate of Arts students are an assessment test in that subject area and required to achieve a minimum math within the validation period. Assessment test competency of MATH 1515 Survey of Math. scores accepted include ACCUPLACER, ACT, SAT, and MCA, if taken within the validation Developmental Education period for that test. (For the ACCUPLACER, Coursework in reading, mathematics, or this is two calendar years for mathematics and English that is numbered below 1000 (for three calendar years for reading example, ENGL 0092) is considered to be comprehension; for the ACT, SAT, and MCAs, developmental coursework that leads to college this is five years.) level work. Depending upon students’ academic program requirements and their The goal of developmental education is to ACCUPLACER placement, specific provide students with a solid foundation of developmental courses may be required. These basic skills and knowledge before they move courses are not counted toward graduation, and into college-level courses. Required each must be passed with a grade of C or higher developmental courses reflect the commitment in order to proceed to the next course in the Vermilion has to ensuring the success of all sequence or discipline. Students may take students and to providing educational developmental courses more than once in order opportunities to those who enroll.
Financial Aid
Vermilion has an extensive financial aid determined by filling out the Free Application program to assist students with paying for for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, from college. Students’ financial aid may take the the college’s annual cost of attendance or form of grants, loans, student employment, or budget. The typical budget of a student living scholarships and is generally awarded in a on campus for the academic year includes costs “package” consisting of more than one type of that are aid. Financial aid is awarded for one academic billed by Vermilion, year only, and students must reapply each year. not billed by Vermilion, but are associated with being a student in attendance at Financial aid need is determined by deducting Vermilion. the student’s expected family contribution,
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How to Apply for Financial Aid Vermilion Foundation Scholarships – The After filing current year federal tax returns, Vermilion Community College Foundation has applicants need to complete the FAFSA based over $120,000 in scholarships available to new upon their (and their parents’ when the student and returning Vermilion students. The is dependent) completed tax return information. application process is open annually through FAFSA applications can be done online by February. Application materials are available going directly to the government’s official online at www.vcc.edu (from the top menu website (www.fafsa.gov). Online application choose “Foundation/Alumni” and then for the FAFSA is the most efficient and “Scholarship Opportunities”). expedient way of processing your information. Since this application process determines a Federal Supplemental Education student’s eligibility for financial aid, it is Opportunity Grants (FSEOG) – Annual important that both the student and/or parent awards are $900 at Vermilion Community complete this application process as soon as College. These grants are disbursed each they have completed their income tax returns semester after the drop/add period. Grants are for the previous year. Students need to read all awarded on the basis of greatest need. Funds correspondence that may come from the may be limited, so priority consideration is college’s Financial Aid Office and complete given to students with financial files completed and return any requested documents promptly. early. This will ensure that their financial aid file will be completed on a timely basis. Work-Study (Federal and State) – Federal and state work-study provides employment Students eligible for and interested in taking out for those students with a financial need who student loans to pay for college must fill out choose to earn a part of their financial aid. separate applications. Loan applications are Employment may be during the academic available through the student’s Vermilion e- year and/or during summer. Paychecks are Services account under Financial Aid/Loans. disbursed bi-weekly. Types of Financial Aid Work-study jobs are normally performed during daytime hours while classes are in The following aid programs are available to session, but could also be done on evenings and eligible students at Vermilion: weekends. Generally students work about ten hours per week. Over the summer, students Federal Pell Grant – Pell Grants do not have may be eligible for additional hours. to be repaid and are disbursed each semester after the drop/add period. Full-time status is 12 Federal Direct Student Loan Programs – semester credits, but part-time students may also qualify. To be eligible, students must Loan amounts are available to eligible students demonstrate sufficient financial aid need and who are enrolled in at least six credits. These meet program requirements. loans have a fixed interest rate and are borrowed directly from the U.S. Department of Minnesota State Grant – Minnesota State Education. If you are eligible for a Subsidized Grants do not have to be repaid and are Direct Loan (determined by need), the federal disbursed each semester after the drop/add government pays the interest while the student period. Grant awards are based upon the is enrolled at least half-time and for the first six number of credits for which the student is months after the student leaves school. If you registered. To be eligible, the student must are eligible for an Unsubsidized Direct Loan demonstrate sufficient financial aid need, be a (not dependent on need) the student is Minnesota resident, enroll full time at 15 or responsible for all the interest which accrues on more credits. the loan while the student is in school, during the six month grace period, and during deferment periods. Dependent students may 19
borrow up to $5,500 to $6,500 per year and family size, family income, and number of independent students may borrow up to $9,500 credits the student is taking during the to $10,500 per year. semester. The student must be registered in a degree-seeking program, be a Minnesota Federal Direct PLUS (Parent Loan) – A resident, and meet income guidelines. PLUS loan is taken out by a parent of a dependent student. Interest rates are fixed and Satisfactory Academic Progress and the parent may borrow up to the student’s cost Financial Aid of attendance minus any other financial aid Federal and state regulations require that all awarded. financial aid recipients maintain “satisfactory academic progress” and that they advance SELF Loan (Student Educational Loan steadily toward the completion of their degrees Fund) – The SELF Loan is funded by the State or certificates. Students receiving financial aid of Minnesota and is taken out by the student who do not maintain satisfactory academic with a creditworthy co-signer. The SELF Loan progress will be placed under a warning status cannot exceed the student’s cost of attendance for one term. If the deficiencies are not when combined with other aid. Vermilion corrected during the warning term, the students students may not borrow more than $7,500 could be suspended from financial aid. If this from this source per year. should occur, students have the right to appeal for reinstatement. Satisfactory academic Indian Scholarship Assistance – Various progress is met by maintaining a cumulative scholarships and grants are available for Grade Point Average of 2.0 or greater, and American Indian students attending Vermilion. completing 67% of credits attempted. Please Students must complete the FAFSA as well as see the complete Satisfactory Academic a separate Minnesota Indian Scholarship Progress Policy in a later chapter of this catalog application. In addition, each of the Minnesota or under the Financial Aid/Policies section of Indian tribes has scholarships available to Vermilion’s website. eligible students. Student Responsibilities Rehabilitation Services – Aid may be Students have the responsibility to review and available for persons with disabilities. Funds consider all information about a financial aid may be obtained for books, supplies, tuition, program before they enroll. Students must pay and in some cases, maintenance costs. Contact special attention to their financial aid the nearest Minnesota WorkForce Center for application, completing the FAFSA accurately, further details. Students must have completed a and submitting the FAFSA for processing in a FAFSA in order to be considered for timely manner. Students must return all Rehabilitation Services. requested documents to the Financial Aid Office. Failure to do so will result in an Minnesota Postsecondary Childcare Grant – incomplete financial aid file and a delay in Contact the Financial Aid Office for current receiving financial aid. information. Childcare assistance is based upon
Registration
The registration period for each semester is advisor prior to registration. During pre- posted by Academic Guidance. Currently registration, professional advisors are available enrolled students register prior to the beginning to assist students in reviewing their academic of each semester, and each student is required backgrounds, interests, goals, and in making to have his or her program plan reviewed by an appropriate immediate and long-range plans.
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Registration Procedures credit course, without obligation. Subject to the Registration consists of the following: refund for full withdrawal provision, students Assessment testing (if needed prior to are obligated for any classes dropped after the initial registration). fifth business day of the term, or one business Program planning and review of the day after the first class session, whichever is schedule with advisor. later. Registering for courses using web registration. If a fee for a dropped class is for the recovery Payment of fees. of costs already incurred by the College, refund If a student’s tuition and fees are to be of such fees is the decision of the Provost. paid by an outside agency, arrangements for such payments must be completed at Financial aid for all registered credits will be the Business Office before first class day. disbursed at the regularly scheduled disbursement date (tenth day of the semester). Late Registration Students who drop “irregular start date” courses for which they have received financial Students may not enroll after the fifth day of aid will be required to repay in accordance with classes. Students who enroll after the first day federal and state repayment policies. of classes will be required to make up all missed class work. Withdrawal Policy Drop/Add Policy Students may withdraw from courses any time after the last day for dropping the course and Students may make changes in their course through the final date for official course schedules by dropping and/or adding courses. withdrawal (the last day on which students may Courses greater than four (4) weeks in length officially terminate their enrollment in a and not starting before the first official day of course). For regular, full-semester-long the term may be added or dropped up through courses, this is the date on which eighty percent the first five (5) business days of the term, or (80%) of the days in the academic semester one business day after the first class meeting, have elapsed. For courses not on a standard whichever is later. For purposes of this policy, academic semester schedule, the final date for business days are determined as Monday official course withdrawal is the date on which through Friday (excluding posted holidays). eighty percent (80%) of the instructional days for the course have elapsed. Students are permitted to add or drop courses which are four (4) weeks or less in length up Students must initiate course withdrawals by through one business day after the first class seeing an advisor, and indication of a meeting. withdrawal will be recorded on the student’s transcript with a “W.” (Students who stop Students will not be obligated for tuition and attending a course without completing the fees for courses dropped within specified drop- official withdrawal process will NOT be add (“no obligation”) time frame. Dropped considered withdrawn. Semester grades will be classes do not appear on a student’s transcript, calculated in the normal fashion, usually but drops must be initiated by the student using resulting in the posting of an F in each course a web registration. Students should review the student has stopped attending.) implications of schedule changes with an advisor or counselor before changes are made. No tuition refunds will be issued for partial withdrawals. Refunds for total withdrawals are Drop/Add Policy for Courses Which issued in accordance with the College’s Begin on Irregular Start Dates “Refunds Policy.” Students are entitled to have the opportunity to attend one class session for each registered, for- 21
College Costs and Schedule of Fees
The schedule of fees is established by school year. This may vary depending on the Minnesota State for its colleges and universities student’s program and credit load. and is subject to change each year. Base Tuition and Fees 2019-2020 Application Fee (subject to change) Vermilion will charge a $20 admission Residency, per credit (15 credits) application fee to all students except: Minnesota, North Dakota, Manitoba 1. Students who attend Vermilion under $182.20 ($2,733.00) the Post-Secondary Enrollment Nonresident, Options program. $222.78 ($3,341.70) Wisconsin 2. A student who has previously been $217.78 ($3,266.70) admitted to Vermilion as a candidate South Dakota for a certificate, diploma, or degree. $182.20 ($2,733.00) 3. A non-matriculating student taking Midwest Student Exchange courses for credit. $222.78 ($3,341.70)
This fee will be waived for: Senior Citizen Fee 1. Graduates of Ely Memorial High Except for an administrative fee of $20 per School and Northeast Range High credit, a senior citizen (age 62 and above) who School. is a legal resident of Minnesota is entitled 2. Prospective students who provide without payment of tuition or student life fees documentation stating that they are a to attend courses offered for credit, audit any ward of the state. courses offered for credit, or enroll in any 3. Students who qualify based on income noncredit courses when space is available after levels as approved by high schools all tuition-paying students have been counselors or TRIO staff. accommodated. Senior citizens must pay any 4. Military personnel serving overseas on materials, personal property, additional fees, or active duty. service charges for the course. There is no administrative fee charged to a senior citizen Vermilion will not process a prospective auditing a course. This special fee does not student’s application until the application fee apply to courses designed and offered has been paid or waived. specifically and exclusively for senior citizens. Registration for seniors will begin on the second day of class. (Potential senior students Tuition should connect with their instructors prior to Tuition for a semester is based upon the number the start of the semester to see if they will be of credit hours a student takes. Tuition charges allowed to attend from the first day of class.) per credit are the same for day, evening, or summer courses. Audited courses require the same payment as courses taken for credit. Special Fees (subject to change) Technology Fee – A per credit fee is charged to advance the technological status Estimate of Costs of the campus. This includes acquisition of Based on the preceding information, students computer hardware, software, and other may compute tuition and fees for the semester equipment to enhance student learning. and the year. Books and supplies are additional, and costs vary for each student each semester. Minnesota Community College Student The national average cost for books and Association and Student Life Fee – A supplies for a full-time student is $900 per credit fee is collected from each student
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each semester, regardless of the number of Special Fees – The College reserves the credits taken. right to establish additional special fees for Facility Use Fee – Students and staff are certain courses as necessary. charged up to $30 per semester for facility upkeep including parking lots and sidewalks.
Student Payment and Refund Policies
The registration process is complete only after semester. Students are obligated for payment a student has paid in full his or her tuition and for any classes dropped after the five-day fees. It is ultimately the student’s responsibility drop/add period. For courses which begin on an to be aware of tuition obligation, payment irregular start date, students may drop classes status, and payment obligation. Failure to with no obligation for tuition and fees prior to receive an invoice does not release students the second class session or within two days from their financial obligation. Failure to attend after the first class session, whichever comes class does not constitute a drop, withdrawal, or first. Students who drop “irregular start date” exemption from payment. courses for which they received financial aid will be required to repay in accordance with Payment in Full federal and state repayment policies. Tuition and fees must be made on or before the first day of the semester. Paid in full is defined If a fee for a dropped class is for the recovery as having made full payment, enrollment in an of costs already incurred by the College, refund approved payment plan (FACTS), a completed of such fees is at the discretion of the Provost and filed financial aid application, partial or designee. payment (15% or $300, whichever is less) or payment by a third party. Students not meeting Partial Withdrawals at least one of these criteria may be dropped Refunds are not given to students who from all classes. If you have questions, contact withdraw from a portion of their total credit the Business Office. Fee charges and policies load after the drop/add period. are as of the publication date and are subject to change. Total Withdrawals Refunds for official total withdrawal from the Drop for Nonpayment College will be issued in accordance with the Vermilion will drop students for nonpayment following schedule. from all courses where payment in full, as defined above, has not been received on or Regular Academic Year before the fifth day of the semester or by an earlier announced date as determined by the Withdrawal Period Refund % institution. 1st through 5th class day of term 100 In the event a student registers after the drop for 6th through 10th class day of term 75 nonpayment date, payment in full (as defined 11th through 15th class day of term above) shall be due at the time of registration. 50 16th through 20th class day of term 25 Refunds for Dropped Classes after 20th class day 0 Students may drop classes with no obligation for tuition and fees through the fifth day of the
23 Summer Session register for subsequent semesters until obligations have been met or payment arrangements have been made. Withdrawal Period Refund %
1st through 5th class day of term 100 Tuition Waivers Policy 6th through 10th class day of term 50 A full refund of tuition and fees may be made in the case of significant personal after 10th class day of term 0 circumstances or death or serious injury/illness requiring extensive hospital and/or Except for irregular start classes, refunds are convalescent care which prohibits return to based on the first day of the semester, not the class within the calendar semester. Students first day of the class. must complete a petition to request a tuition waiver and will be required to provide medical Return of Financial Aid or other official documentation. If a student withdraws during a semester, a portion of the aid award may be required to be If a student’s course schedule is reduced at the repaid. The formula used to compute convenience of the College, such as in the case repayment is available from the Financial Aid of cancellation for insufficient enrollment, Office. Before withdrawing it is recommended tuition and fees will be adjusted without that you contact the Financial Aid Office to penalty. review the impact on any aid you receive. Any student who stops attending all of his/her Credits and Refunds When Called to courses and does not officially withdraw is Active Duty in Armed Forces considered to have unofficially withdrawn. The Students who are members of any branch of the student’s last date of attendance is documented U.S. military reserves and who are unable to as the date of the student’s last academically- complete a semester due to having been called related activity. Faculty report last dates of to active duty shall to the extent possible be attendance of students who have never provided one of the following options: attended. The Financial Aid Office uses this The student may be given a full refund of data to track attendance of financial aid tuition. Students receiving financial aid recipients. who choose this option should be made aware that they may be liable for any If the students stopped attending prior to the required refunds of state or federal financial 60% point of the term, the midpoint date of the aid funds. term is used as the withdrawal date. Financial The student may be given a grade of Aid is recalculated in accordance with federal incomplete in a course and complete it and state return policies. upon release from active duty. Course completion may be accomplished by Late Fees independent study or by retaking the course The College will add late fee of $50 for not paid without payment of tuition. Under federal in full by the 25th day. The late fee will only financial aid policies, a course that is apply to accounts greater than $100. retaken this way may not be counted toward a student's enrollment load. Withholding Diplomas and Transcripts If in the instructor's judgment the student The College will withhold the issuance of has completed sufficient course work to diplomas and transcripts to students until all earn a grade of “C” or better, the student money due the college has been paid, with the may be given credit for completion of a exception of loans scheduled to mature at a course. future date. Students with unpaid college financial obligations may not be permitted to
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Chapter 3: Student Services and Resource Information
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25 inventories which can prove to be very helpful and counselors are available to students on an to assist career exploration. For additional appointment or walk-in basis. Written and information on job opportunities, career Internet resources are available in the center exploration, and placement rates, please the regarding careers, colleges, and transfer placement page on the website. information. Career assessments and personality inventories are available, Clubs and Organizations accompanied by individualized academic and Clubs and student organizations are a vital part career counseling. of campus life at Vermilion Community College. Over 60% of Vermilion students Degree Audit Reporting System participate in one or more student organizations (218-235-2164) on campus. Academic and special interest clubs The Degree Audit Reporting System is part of provide activities and events that contribute to Vermilion’s commitment to academic advising students’ academic programs or their physical, for students. A DARS report is an electronic cultural, and social well-being. Clubs and summary of a student’s academic progress student organizations provide a great way for toward completion of a degree or program. students to get involved on campus. Vermilion’s clubs include: Students may run their own Degree Audit Art report anytime through their e-Services. The Business report indicates requirements that have already Disc Golf been completed, requirements that remain Fly Fishing unsatisfied, and how transfer courses fulfill Law Enforcement requirements. The report offers suggestions for NRT Forestry Wildlife appropriate courses that may be taken to meet NPS Student Association specific requirements and is particularly helpful Outdoor Endeavors when meeting with counselors and academic advisors. Travel Water Tech Wilderness Disability Services Wingshooters (218-235-2119) Vermilion Community College ensures that no otherwise qualified person with a disability will Computer Labs and Services be denied access to and participation in (218-235-2196) programs, services, and activities due to their Vermilion provides state of the art computer disability. Vermilion does not discriminate facilities, both for classroom instruction and against students with disabilities and will student applications. The computer labs offer a provide reasonable accommodations for a broad spectrum of current software use as well student. as full Internet access and email capabilities. Vermilion students have access to the All students with disabilities who seek Microsoft Office Suite of programs including; accommodations at Vermilion have the Office 365 email. Frequent upgrades to both responsibility to identify themselves to the computer software and hardware ensure the Director of Disabilities. Identification may take student the latest in innovative technology. place at admissions or at any time during the student’s course of study. All students with Counseling Services Office disabilities have the responsibility to provide (218-235-2121 or 235-2175) documentation at their own expense in order to The Counseling Services Office offers personal be eligible for accommodations. The request counseling, academic planning, and transfer for accommodation and supporting information. Counselors’ schedules are posted
26 Student Services and Resource Information 3 documentation must be provided in a timely convenience and enjoyment of students, staff, manner. and guests during the week. Meal plans are available for all students living both off and on Services provided may include assistance with campus. application and registration procedures, career and academic counseling, auxiliary aids and Library adaptive equipment, classroom and testing (218-235-2158) accommodations, advocacy, accessibility Vermilion’s library is a vital part of the information, and referrals to community instructional program. The library carries a agencies. wide range of materials from print to digital that support all programs at Vermilion. The Enrollment Services library provides students and faculty with 24/7 (218-235-2191) access to the library via the library homepage Individuals wishing to attend Vermilion, or and off-campus access site. In addition, the anyone desiring more information on students and faculty have access to materials Vermilion Community College, may contact from any library in the state of Minnesota and the Enrollment Services Office. College tours, a wide variety of resources throughout the application forms, and up-to-date information world. The library continually updates and on college programs, requirements, and adapts to meet the changing information needs enrollment procedures are available through of its patrons, students, and faculty at this office. Vermilion.
Financial Aid Outdoor Equipment (218-235-2153) (218-235-2123) Vermilion Community College has an The Vermilion Residence Life Office has a extensive financial aid program to assist variety of outdoor gear available for students to students with paying for college. Students’ use and rent. This allows students to discover financial aid may take the form of grants, loans, individually or in a group, the challenges and student employment, or scholarships and is rewards of life through adventure and generally awarded in a “package” consisting of recreation in the outdoors. The areas countless more than one type of aid. Financial aid is backroads, lakes, rivers, bogs, and unspoiled awarded for one academic year only, and terrain make for an awe-inspiring place to learn students must reapply each year. and develop outdoor skills
For more information on financial aid or the Vermilion has equipment for activities such as financial aid process, refer to Chapter 2 of this canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, catalog or contact the financial aid office. camping, skiing, and snowshoeing provide adventures for our students and guests. Fitness Center Vermilion has a Fitness Center designed to Records Office meet the needs of a wide range of users. Many (218-235-2164) pieces of equipment are provided for increasing The Records Office maintains academic aerobic fitness. Weight training machines and records. Students may obtain address change free weights are also available. forms, transcripts (via online request), registration information, and academic petition Food Service forms through this office. (218-235-2117) A cafeteria service for breakfasts, lunches, All students are responsible for keeping address dinners, and snacks is available for the and phone number information current with the Records Office.
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Residence Life / On-Campus Vermilion Community College through Housing activities, events, dances, seminars, and workshops that enrich a student’s education, (218-235-2125) social, or recreational well-being while At Vermilion, we believe that living on campus attending Vermilion. is an important and enjoyable part of going to college. Vermilion has several options for the The Student Life committee is made up of student who desires to live on-campus. The students, staff, and faculty volunteers. The College also maintains a current list of Committee meets bi-weekly through the available off-campus housing. For further academic year to help organize, support, and information, contact the Director of Residence execute campus activities. Through the Life. committee, students have input about the direction and level of services provided to meet Service Learning their academic and social needs. Groups, clubs, Service Learning is a type of experiential student services, facilities, athletics, events, learning that engages students in service within speakers, and special events are funded through the community as an integrated aspect of a Student Life. course or college experience. Service Learning provides students an active, collaborative, and To see a schedule of Student Life activities, inquiry based learning experience that meets visit our calendar on the web at: www.vcc.edu. identified community needs. Vermilion offers a number of service-learning opportunities Student Senate through student groups, departments, and The Vermilion Community College Student courses with service learning components. Senate is the voice of the student body. The Student Senate functions as the focal point for Student Handbook student views and involvement in the College All students are responsible for understanding governing process. In addition, the Student Vermilion’s policies and procedures which are Senate assists with the coordination and located in the Student Handbook. The Student promotion of campus activities. The student Handbook can be found under the Current body elects all officers in the spring of each Student section on Vermilion’s website at year. www.vcc.edu. Theater (218-235-2142) Student Identification Card The community theater program at Vermilion The VCC Card is the official student offers opportunities for experience in identification card for Vermilion Community production and performance to interested College. It reflects a student's name, students. Opportunities from acting to photograph, Student ID number, and library bar backstage support are available throughout the code. Students are issued their card during school year on a number of different Orientation and Registration Days and during productions. the first week of the start of each semester. The student's first card is free. Replacement Cards are available for a $5 fee, payable in the Tours cafeteria. (218-235-2191) Visitors are always welcome at Vermilion. Student Life Campus tours can be arranged by contacting the Enrollment Services Office. College visits are (218-235-2125, 218-235-2123) hosted by students and staff members who will Vermilion Student Life and Vermilion’s acquaint you with Vermilion, answer Student Life Committee support the questions, and arrange for appointments with instructional and academic programs of faculty and staff upon request.
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TRIO Student Support Services Students who may be eligible to receive VA (218-235-2175) educational benefits should connect with the The Student Support Services Program VA to complete the appropriate application. provides eligible students with a variety of services, including academic, career, and Next, the student should apply to Vermilion personal support services, free tutoring, support and register for courses. Eligible students groups, and cultural activities. Participants in should also complete the Veteran’s Information the SSS program are eligible to receive free for VA Education Benefits Certification form credits by enrolling in a variety of courses and (in the Student Forms section). workshops. Program participants must meet eligibility criteria and must apply for This completed form, along with either a acceptance into the program by contacting the Certificate of Eligibility (COE) or Notice of SSS Program Director. Basic Eligibility (NOBE) from the VA, is turned in to the VA School Certifying Official at Vermilion with a request to be certified for Transcripts VA Education Benefits. Students are required Both current and former students can use to notify the VA School Certifying Official eServices to see their list of courses taken and anytime a change is made to enrolled credits grades earned; this academic record can serve (dropping, adding, or withdrawing from as an unofficial transcript. Other colleges and courses), the program of pursuit, and/or if universities in the Minnesota State system can withdrawing from school. retrieve your Vermilion transcript directly through eTranscript. Additional information on veterans’ personal, financial, and educational questions can be For requests for transcripts to be sent to other found by contacting the Northeast Regional schools, employers, or others, Vermilion Coordinator for the Minnesota Department of partners with the National Student Veterans Affairs: Clearinghouse for online transcript ordering. Students access the online form from Barry Martinson Vermilion’s website. There is a small fee for Higher Education Veterans Programs Office this service. 218-262-6739 or [email protected]
VA Education Benefits Vermlion Community College complies with Minnesota Statute 197.775 which exceeds all (218-235-2164) criteria of Title 38 United States Code Section The determination of eligibility for veteran and 3679(e). dependent educational benefits is made by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
29 Chapter 4: Academic Information and Credit Award Alternatives Academic Information
Academic Appeals on all credits completed at Vermilion Students may appeal for exceptions to college Highest Honors Graduate – 3.75 GPA or procedures by obtaining a student petition form higher on all credits completed at from the Student Services Office, discussing Vermilion the circumstances of the petition with an academic advisor, and following the Attendance appropriate steps for each type of appeal. Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes and are responsible for all work missed Academic Credit during absences. Each instructor has his or her A one contact-hour class taught in a lecture own policies on absences and make-up work. format carries one semester hour of credit. A Absences should be discussed with the two contact-hour class taught in a laboratory instructor. format carries one semester hour of credit. Auditing a Course Academic Dishonesty A student may register to audit a course by Academic dishonesty includes such things as completing the petition form available from an cheating on examinations and plagiarizing advisor or the Records Office. An audited one’s work. It is considered to be a violation of course carries the same tuition rate as a course the Code of Conduct and will result in taken for credit; financial aid is not available disciplinary action. The full Academic for audited courses. The petition to audit a Dishonesty Policy and Procedure can be found course must be submitted by the end of the in the policy section at the end of this chapter. drop-add period; auditing is allowed on a space-available basis. No credit is earned in an Academic Honors List audited course, and there is no impact on a Students who enroll and earn 12 or more credits student’s grade point average or completion and achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0 during any rate. fall or spring semester will be recognized for honors on their transcripts as follows: Awarding of Two Degrees / Double Honors – 3.0 to 3.49 GPA on semester Majors credits completed at Vermilion A student may want to complete two related High Honors – 3.5 to 3.74 GPA on technical programs or degrees (A.A., A.S., and semester credits completed at Vermilion A.A.S.) to enhance their employment potential. Highest Honors – 3.75 GPA or higher on Students who desire a double major or two semester credits completed at Vermilion degrees will not necessarily have to accumulate the total number of credits required in both Academic Honors Graduate programs provided they have completed all of Students who earn and are awarded a degree, the required courses for both degrees. diploma, or certificate from Vermilion who complete at least 70% of their credits from this Students who desire to complete a double major institution will be recognized as an Honors or two degrees should select their electives in Graduate on their transcripts under the the first program from courses in the second to following criteria: reduce the time factor involved. Students Honors Graduate – 3.0 to 3.49 GPA on all should be aware that it is difficult to complete credits completed at Vermilion a double major or two degrees in the standard two-year enrollment period. High Honors Graduate – 3.5 to 3.74 GPA 30 Academic Information and Credit Award Alternatives 4
technical program. Such release must be Credit Load approved by the Program Coordinator and A normal course load varies in relation to a Provost. Complete information is available student’s ability and achievements, but is from technical program faculty and academic usually 12 to 19 credits per semester. A advisors. student’s program of study, interest and ability, and external obligations are also all factors in Faculty Office Hours how many credits a student might pursue in a Faculty members maintain office hours for semester. The minimum semester credit load to consultation with students. Copies of faculty be at full-time student status is 12 credits. members’ office hours are posted on their Fewer than that is considered part-time. office doors.
Students are allowed to register for a maximum Final Examinations of 19 credits in an academic term. Students Final examinations are expressly held wishing to carry a credit load in excess of 19 according to a schedule that is issued by the credits must have a grade point average (GPA) administration. All students must take of 3.0 or better from the previous full-time scheduled final examinations. Permission will term, and must acquire written approval from not be given to take final exams in advance of their advisor or counselor after discussion of scheduled times. their plans with them. (Written approval is granted by the advisor or counselor using Time Limit for Meeting Graduation Vermilion’s Drop-Add Form.) Students who Requirements have never attended college are ineligible. It is the policy of Vermilion Community Minnesota State policy states a student shall not College that students may follow the catalog exceed enrollment of 22 credits in a semester. requirements listed at the time they enter college. Students who enroll, withdraw (have a Early Placement Option break from enrollment at Vermilion of one Since job placement is a primary goal of semester or more), and re-enter must follow the Vermilion’s technical programs, consideration requirements in effect at the time of their re- may be given toward allowing early release for enrollment unless otherwise petitioned. work directly related to a graduating student’s
Credit Award Alternatives
Advanced Placement substantially similar or equivalent to an Vermilion will grant equivalent course credit existing Vermilion course. Nonequivalent for a specific lower division college course for course credits may be applied to certificate, each AP examination that covers substantially diploma, and/or degree programs as elective similar material and in which a student presents courses. a score of 3 or higher (the same number of credits shall be granted for scores of 3, 4, and The total number of credits a student may earn 5). Equivalent course credits may be applied to through AP examinations is not limited so long certificate, diploma and/or degree programs as as the total of earned credits does not contradict either required or elective courses. the intent of Board Policy 3.36 and the College’s residency policy. A minimum of three lower division elective course credits will be granted when a student A student must arrange for an official report of presents a score of 3 or higher on an AP AP examination scores to be sent from the examination that covers material that is not
31 College Board to the Admissions Office at Each Credit by Examination attempt requires Vermilion in order to receive credit. students to complete a Credit by Examination/Test-Out Petition Form, obtain College-Level Examination Program the consent and signature of the instructor, The College-Level Examination Program registration, and payment of a nonrefundable (CLEP) provides students of any age with the fee prior to taking the exam. opportunity to demonstrate college-level achievement through a program of exams in Students need to be aware that a course taken undergraduate college courses. A student by Credit by Examination is not eligible for interested in taking CLEP exams should financial aid. A maximum of ten credits may be contact a CLEP testing center. More earned at Vermilion through Credit by information may be obtained from the Examination. Registrar’s Office or at clep.collegeboard.org. A test out exam may only be taken once, and a Students successfully completing CLEP student may not test out by exam if they have examinations with a score of 50 or higher previously taken the course. A student may not (higher scores required in foreign languages) earn Credit by Examination for courses with will receive college credit as recommended by lower numbers or at a lower skill level than a the American Council on Education. course already passed.
Credit by Examination/Test Out Students intending to transfer to other Students may have gained knowledge in certain institutions should be aware that the transfer fields through classes, training, or experience. institution determines the transferability of Credit by Examination may be given for courses where credit has been received through selected courses, approved by faculty, which Credit by Examination. are regularly taught for credit and which are described in the college catalog. Credit for Prior Learning Prior Learning Assessment at Vermilion It is the responsibility of a student considering provides a process by which students who have Credit by Examination to determine if they been out of high school for 10 or more years have obtained the necessary mastery of can gain college credit for prior nontraditional conceptual knowledge and skills required for a learning. This prior learning may have come passing grade for a course. Students from work experience, on-the-job training, considering course Credit by Examination volunteering, intense personal experience, should obtain a copy of the course syllabus and career school education, or other sources. a copy of the course text before attempting to Students identify those experiences which test out of a course. provided knowledge similar to that which would be gained in a college class, document The Credit by Examination requirements and new learning to add to this knowledge, and grading system (P/NC, or A, B, C, D, F) are at provide evidence to an evaluation team. In the discretion of Vermilion departmental some cases, the team may require a instructors. A passing grade requires a grade of demonstration of performance. “C” or better on the examination, which will be designed by the departmental instructor to Students register for competency evaluation reflect the entirety of the course syllabus. through the registrar. Evaluation fees are $125 per class or topic. An evaluation team All Credit by Examinations must be completed consisting of the Provost and at least two and grade recorded by the fifth day of the faculty members will be formed to look for how semester. well the demonstrated learning matches the course/topic learning outcomes. This team will respond to each request with expected criteria
32 Academic Information and Credit Award Alternatives 4 on how the student can document, integrate, A course outline must accompany the petition and demonstrate mastery of their learning. and is subject to the approval of the Provost Credit or Waiver for Armed Services prior to the start of the semester during which Training credits will be earned. No course offered during Vermilion recognizes and will award the semester will be offered as an independent educational credits for courses that were part of study, except with the approval of the Provost. a veteran’s military training or service if the A higher tuition rate to cover the cost of courses meet the standards of the American Independent Study credits will be charged. Council on Education or equivalent standards for awarding credit. International Baccalaureate Program The International Baccalaureate program is an Independent Study internationally recognized program through Students may register for one to four credits of which secondary students complete a Independent Study during any semester of the comprehensive curriculum of rigorous study academic year. Students may earn a maximum and demonstrate performance on IB of nine elective credits in this program. examinations. Students who complete an IB Independent study credits are accepted toward diploma with a score of 4 or higher will be graduation as elective credits unless the course granted credits according to Minnesota State is an approved Vermilion curriculum course. Board Policy. Students applying for IB credits The instructor’s signature on an Independent should have copies of their diploma or Study petition is required prior to registration. certificate mailed to the Admissions Office.
33 Chapter 5: Campus Academic Policies
Important academic policies follow; refer to Vermilion’s website for additional policies and procedures.
Academic Dishonesty Policy and Procedure
Academic dishonesty is considered to be a violation student about the breach of policy and the of the Code of Conduct and will result in implications or sanctions. During this meeting, disciplinary action. Academic dishonesty includes the instructor should inform the student of the cheating on examinations, plagiarizing, stealing, right to appeal following the imposition of duplicating, buying, and/or selling exams or papers, sanctions. fabricating or falsifying data, submitting work that 3. A “Report of Academic Dishonesty” form will is not one’s own, knowingly furnishing false or be completed and forwarded to the Provost. misleading academic information to college 4. If a student wishes to appeal a decision of an officials, and sabotaging another student’s work. instructor, the Provost will address the appeal. Plagiarism is using others’ ideas or words without The request for appeal must be done in writing clearly acknowledging the source of that within ten working days of the notice of information. Students are responsible for giving sanction. The written request for appeal must credit for all source materials or ideas. include the reason for the appeal and whether it be for the finding of academic dishonesty or the Disciplinary Action Procedures: sanction itself. 1. All instructors will have “academic dishonesty” 5. If the Provost initiates a sanction against a statements on course syllabi, as well as possible student found in violation of this policy, the sanctions for violations. student may appeal the decision to the 2. In the case of a suspected infraction, Academic Appeals Committee. Notice of intent documented by actual evidence, the instructor to appeal must be given in writing. should meet privately and speak with the
Academic Forgiveness Policy
Vermilion’s Academic Forgiveness policy is the student must complete Vermilion Community intended to give the undergraduate student who has College’s "Academic Forgiveness Application" not attended any college or university for at least available in the Records Office. Reasons for the five consecutive years a one-time opportunity to previous poor performance and details about a establish a new GPA by ignoring D, F, and FN current educational plan for success must be grades in the computation of the new cumulative provided. GPA. the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Committee will review the student’s application A student will be considered for academic and determine whether academic forgiveness is a forgiveness if: better approach than the use of the repeat policy. the student has not attended any college or Once a student has been approved for academic university for a minimum of 5 consecutive years forgiveness, the Registrar will make the following prior to his/her application for academic adjustments to the student’s Vermilion Community forgiveness. College transcript: the student has not previously received academic the student’s transcript will be separated into two forgiveness from Vermilion Community College. sections, indicating the point of academic after readmission, the student has demonstrated forgiveness. Academic forgiveness will be renewed academic motivation by completing 12 indicated on the transcript, with courses in the undergraduate credits at Vermilion Community period of forgiveness marked by brackets ([ ]). College with a minimum 2.0 GPA. grades used in the calculation of the student’s cumulative GPA will not include any grade Once the academic forgiveness criteria listed above received prior to the date of academic forgiveness have been met: that is lower than a C.
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aid cumulative grade point average, completion All credits a student has attempted, whether or not percentage, and maximum time frame. they are included in academic forgiveness, will appear on the student’s transcript. Academic forgiveness granted by one institution may not be honored by a subsequent transfer Federal financial aid regulations do not recognize institution. Academic forgiveness applies to academic forgiveness. All credits a student was Vermilion Community College credits only. registered for, regardless if the student was granted academic forgiveness, will be counted for financial (September 12, 2019)
Academic Standing / Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
Vermilion requires that students make satisfactory academic progress in order to be reinstated to academic progress toward a degree, diploma, or academic and full financial aid eligibility. certificate to remain in good standing. Additionally, all financial aid recipients are required to meet Maximum time frame – The maximum number of minimum satisfactory academic progress cumulative attempted credits within the requirements in order to remain eligible for aid. In academic program which a student must compliance with federal statute 34 CFR § 668.34 complete. and Minnesota State Board Policy 2.9, the College has established and will apply the following Probation status – The status of a student who has standards of academic progress to all students. successfully appealed a satisfactory academic These standards apply to both financial aid and progress suspension and regained academic and academic standing. The standards (both qualitative financial aid eligibility for one evaluation period, and quantitative, as described below) are cumulative after which the student must either meet the and include all periods of enrollment, whether or not college cumulative GPA and completion a student previously received financial aid. percentage standards, or successfully complete the requirements of an academic plan developed Students may change their major from when they for that student by the College. originally enrolled in school, may begin to pursue an additional program before completing their first Qualitative measure – The Grade Point Average program, and/or may take courses outside of (GPA) a student must maintain in order to retain program requirements. In all three situations, all academic and financial aid eligibility. credit-bearing courses are considered when determining academic progress, even courses that Quantitative measure – The pace at which a student do not apply to the chosen major as in the case of a must progress through a program in order to change of major or non-required courses taken for retain academic and financial aid eligibility. personal interest. Required completion percentage – The percentage Students bear primary responsibility for their own of cumulative attempted credits that a student academic progress and for seeking assistance when must successfully complete in order to retain experiencing academic difficulty. Vermilion’s academic and financial aid eligibility. Financial Aid Office and Records Office implement and monitor compliance with this policy. Satisfactory Academic Progress – Meeting both a defined qualitative measure of progress (grade For the purposes of this policy, the following words point average) and a defined quantitative and terms are defined as follows: measure of progress (completion percentage and maximum time frame) in working toward the Academic Plan – The plan developed by the College completion of a degree, diploma, or certificate. for a student that stipulates the minimum number These measures are defined in Part 1 and Part 2 of credits the student must earn in a term, and/or of this policy. the minimum term grade point average the student must achieve to make satisfactory Steps for Success – The action steps a student identifies with their advisor and commits to
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taking to best position themselves for academic Vermilion uses the academic term (fall, spring, and success while on probation status. summer) as the evaluation period. Following the end of each term, Vermilion faculty have a four calendar Terms of Probation – The specific GPA and days to post course grades. Within the week completion rate set for a student on probation following the end of the term, every student’s while working to achieve satisfactory academic academic progress will be reviewed and evaluated. progress. Programs less than one year in length shall be Warning status – The status of a student who has evaluated at the midpoint of the program. been warned that academic and financial aid Part 4. Failure to Meet Standards eligibility are at risk and will continue for one A student will be placed on academic and financial evaluation period despite a determination that aid suspension for failure to maintain satisfactory the student has not met the College’s grade point academic progress. Academic progress will be average standard, or completion percentage monitored as follows: standard, or both. Subpart A. Academic and Financial Aid Warning Part 1. Qualitative Measure of Progress (Grade Point Average) 1. Warning status. If at the end of the evaluation All students who have attempted one or more credits period a student has not met either the College’s are required to maintain a cumulative grade point grade point average standard or required average (GPA) as indicated on the following completion percentage standard, the College “graduated” scale. Grades of A, B, C, D, F, and FN shall allow that student to retain financial aid will be included in the GPA calculation. eligibility under a warning status for one evaluation period. Cumulative Credits Attempted Min. Cum. GPA 2. Reinstatement of students on warning status. If 0 – 5 0.00 at the end of the warning period a student who 6 – 19 1.80 has been on warning status has met both the 20+ 2.00 College’s cumulative grade point average and completion percentage standards, the College Part 2. Quantitative Measure of Progress shall end the student’s warning status. (Completion % and Maximum Time Frame) Subpart B. Academic and Financial Aid Suspension Subpart A. Required Completion Percentage of Students on Warning Status All students who have attempted one credit or more If at the end of the warning period a student who has will be monitored for completion rate. The been on warning status has not met both the completion rate for zero (0) to five (5) credits College’s cumulative grade point average and attempted is 0%. All students who have attempted completion percentage standards, the College shall six (6) or more credits are required to earn a suspend the student immediately upon completion minimum of 67% of cumulative registered credits. of the evaluation. Grades of A, B, C, D, and P will be included in the calculation of cumulative credit completion Subpart C. Academic and Financial Aid Suspension percentage as courses successfully completed. of Students for Other Reasons Courses for which a student receives a letter grade of I, IP, Z, W, F, NC, FN, and NN will be treated as 1. Suspension for maximum time frame failure. If credits attempted but not successfully completed. at the end of the evaluation period a student has Audited courses (AU grades) are not counted. failed to meet the College’s standard for measurement of maximum time frame, the Subpart B. Maximum Time Frame College shall suspend the student from academic All students are expected to complete their degree, and financial aid eligibility immediately upon diploma, or certificate within an acceptable period completion of the evaluation. of time. The maximum time frame for credits for 2. Suspension for extraordinary circumstances. The financial aid recipients is 150 percent of the College may immediately suspend students from published credit length of the program. academic and financial aid eligibility in the event of extraordinary circumstances, including but Part 3. Evaluation Period not limited to the following: reinstated students whose academic performance falls below
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acceptable standards during a subsequent term of 2. Develops an Academic Plan with the student enrollment; students who register for courses and that, if followed, will ensure the student is able receive financial aid but do not attend any to meet satisfactory academic progress standards classes; and students whose attendance patterns by a specific point in time. If the academic plan appear to abuse the receipt of financial aid. includes term standards of GPA and percent of 3. Suspension for inability to meet program completion, they shall be higher than the requirements within the maximum time frame. If college’s cumulative standards. at the end of any evaluation period the College determines that it is not possible for a student to The initial consideration of appeals is undertaken by raise her or his GPA or course completion the Satisfactory Academic Progress Committee. percentage to meet the College’s standards Results of all appeals will be communicated to the before the student would reach the end of the student in writing. Notification of approved appeals program for which he or she is receiving will include the standards that the student is financial aid, the College shall suspend the expected to meet (Terms of Probation), and the student from financial aid eligibility academic plan that the student is expected to immediately upon completion of the evaluation. complete (Steps for Success), in order to continue to enroll in courses and retain financial aid eligibility Part 5. Appeals and Probation at the end of the next evaluation period.
Subpart A. Appeals A student whose appeal is denied (for both Students have the right to appeal their academic and academics and financial aid, or just financial aid) financial aid suspension status based on unusual or may write a letter to request the provost review the extenuating circumstances. Types of unusual or decision of the Committee. extenuating circumstances that may be considered include but are not limited to the following: death of A student changing majors or pursuing additional a relative; illness of student or immediate family majors may require additional semesters beyond the member; hospitalization of student or immediate 150% completion standard of maximum time frame family member; injury of student or immediate to complete the program requirements of the new family member; natural disaster; or unforeseen major. Therefore, a student in this situation of financial crisis within the immediate family. suspension due to maximum time frame must complete the maximum time frame appeal process. An official Suspension Appeal Form must be In order to be approved to receive financial aid, the completed and submitted to the Satisfactory maximum time frame appeal must be approved by Academic Progress Committee before the date the Director of Financial Aid. specified on the appeal form for the particular term. The student shall submit information as requested A student whose maximum time frame appeal is regarding why the student failed to make denied by the Director of Financial Aid, may satisfactory academic progress and what has continue the appeal with the Provost. changed in the student’s situation that will now allow academic success at the end of the next Subpart B. Probationary Status and Terms of evaluation period. Probation A student’s appeal may be approved for academics The “Steps for Success” portion of the Suspension (student is allowed back to school) but denied for Appeal Form must be completed, and the student financial aid (student not eligible for financial aid). must review with his or her academic advisor the A student who has successfully appealed will be Academic Plan that will be put in place should their placed on probation (academic, or academic and appeal be approved. All outstanding financial financial aid, depending upon the determination of obligations to the College must be paid. Appeals the appeal) for one evaluation period. from students with financial holds will not be reviewed. The Terms of Probation for returning Vermilion students requires completion of at least 75% of An appeal may be approved only if the College: registered credits and earning a GPA of 2.50 or 1. Has determined that the student should be able to higher. Incoming transfer students do not yet have a meet satisfactory academic progress standards at Vermilion GPA or completion rate. For these the end of the next evaluation period; or students, the Terms of Probation require meeting the
37 standards for satisfactory academic progress retain academic enrollment and financial aid (completion of 67% of registered credits and earning eligibility at the end of the next evaluation period. a GPA of 2.00 or higher). Notification of denied appeals shall describe the If at the end of the next evaluation period a student reason(s) for the denial and the student’s option for on probation status: appealing that denial. 1. Has met the College’s cumulative grade point average and completion percentage standards for Part 7. Reinstatement satisfactory academic progress, the student will A student who has been suspended from enrollment regain good standing and financial aid eligibility, may return to Vermilion only after an academic or appeal has been approved, or after not attending for 2. Has not met the College’s cumulative grade one full academic year. point average and completion percentage standards for satisfactory academic progress, but However, neither paying for their own classes nor has met the conditions specified in his or her sitting out a period of time is sufficient in and of Academic Plan (Terms of Probation), the student itself to re-establish a student’s financial aid will retain his or her probationary status (that is, eligibility. regain financial aid eligibility subject to the terms of the student’s academic plan) for a Students whose financial aid eligibility has been subsequent evaluation period, or suspended may regain their eligibility only through 3. Has not met the College’s cumulative grade the College’s appeal process or when they are again point average and completion percentage meeting the College’s financial aid satisfactory standards and has also not met the conditions academic progress grade point average and specified in the student’s Academic Plan, the completion percentage standards. student will be re-suspended immediately upon completion of the evaluation. Part 8. Treatment of Grades and Credits
Part 6. Notification of Status (Warning, Suspension, Subpart A. Treatment of Grades Probation) and Appeal Results The college treats course withdrawals, incomplete grades, repeated courses, and developmental Subpart A. Status (“remedial”) coursework in the determination of The College shall notify a student in writing any satisfactory academic progress as follows: time the student is placed in a warning, suspension, 1. Grades of A, B, C, D, F, and FN will be included or probation status. in the GPA calculation. 1. Notification of warning – The College shall also 2. Courses for which a student receives a letter grade notify a student in writing of the conditions of of A, B, C, D, and P will be included in the that student’s warning status. calculation of cumulative credit completion 2. Notification of suspension – The College shall percentage as courses successfully completed. also notify of the right to appeal the suspension. 3. Courses for which a student receives a letter grade 3. Notification of probation – The College shall of I, IP, NC, W, F, FN, NN, W, and Z, will be also notify a student in writing of the standards treated as credits attempted but not successfully the student is expected to meet or the Academic completed. Plan the student is expected to complete in order 4. Audited courses (AU grades) are not counted. to retain academic enrollment and financial aid eligibility at the end of the next evaluation Subpart B. Academic Forgiveness (“Academic period. Amnesty”) Credits for which students have been granted Subpart B. Appeal Results. academic forgiveness (“Academic Amnesty”) are The College shall notify a student in writing of the recorded and retained in the student data system and results of all appeals. will be included in both the grade point average and completion percentage measurement of financial aid Notification of approved appeals will include the satisfactory academic progress. standards that the student is expected to meet or the Academic Plan (Terms of Probation) the student is Subpart C. Audited Courses expected to complete in order to be removed from Audited courses will not be funded by financial aid the academic probation or suspension status and and are not included in any financial aid satisfactory
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academic progress measurements, including grade Although both grades will appear on the student’s point average and completion rate. transcript, the repeat grade will become the grade calculated for GPA purposes. Credits from the Subpart D. Consortium Credits original course as well as each repeat course all Consortium credits are credits earned at another count in the completion rate calculation. A student college but are included on a student’s Vermilion will not be permitted to receive financial aid for transcript for the purpose of processing financial aid more than one repetition of a previously passed through Vermilion. A student can only receive course. financial aid assistance for courses that are required as part of the student’s degree, diploma, or Subpart G. Transfer Credits certificate program at Vermilion. Credits for which Transfer credits accepted by the College and applied financial aid is received under a consortium to the student’s program requirements will be agreement will be included in cumulative GPA, counted as credits attempted and completed for the completion percentage, and maximum time frame calculation of the cumulative completion calculations. percentage. Grades associated with these credits will not be used in calculating a cumulative GPA. Subpart E. Remedial/Developmental Credits Courses designated by numbers below 1000 are Transfer credits accepted and applied by the College developmental courses, and are remedial in content. toward a student’s general education, program, or Students may receive financial aid for up to a degree requirements will apply toward the maximum of 30 credits of developmental maximum time frame calculation. coursework. Developmental credits are included in the GPA and completion percentage measurement Subpart H. Withdrawals of satisfactory academic progress. Up to 30 Credits for which a grade of W is received are developmental credits are excluded from the considered attempted credits but not successfully maximum time frame calculation. completed credits for the purpose of monitoring satisfactory academic progress. Thus, a W does not Subpart F. Repeated Courses impact GPA but does negatively impact the Repeated credits are credits awarded when a student cumulative completion percentage. repeats a course in order to improve a grade. A student may repeat a course in which they have (September 12, 2019) received a grade of D, F, FN, W, NN, or NC.
Code of Conduct
Purpose and Basis of Authority The Vermilion Community College Student Code of Philosophy Conduct serves two purposes. The first purpose is to As an institution dedicated to teaching and learning, serve as a guide for student behavior; the second Vermilion Community College has a vested interest purpose is to outline the procedures to be followed, in maintaining an environment in which students are both by students and college officials, should free to pursue their academic interests and violations of the Code of Conduct occur. It is responsibilities. Conduct that unreasonably restricts expected that all students will read this code and will such freedom and interferes with the College’s be responsible for knowing and abiding by its mission of promoting student learning is subject to content. regulation and/or sanction by the College. The creation of such an environment is premised on the As a citizen of the larger community, each student assumption that students have both rights and is expected to abide by the rules, regulations, and responsibilities. Therefore, a major function of the policies of the College as well as local, state, and College is to recognize student rights, yet demand federal laws. Copies of the policy manual containing student responsibility. all of the policies which govern the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system are available in the Student Rights and Due Process Vermilion Community College Library and in the Disciplinary action against individual students or Administration Offices. groups of students must be administered in the
39 context of a unified and coordinated set of campus regulations and processes to ensure fair, equitable, The administration of the Student Code of Conduct and legal outcomes. Each person involved in the should also guarantee procedural fairness to an administration of the Student Code of Conduct of accused student. Practices in disciplinary cases may Vermilion Community College will act in a fair, vary in formality with the gravity of the alleged objective, humane, and consistent manner. Each offense and the potential sanctions which may be case, however, must be recognized as a highly applied. Sanctions shall be commensurate with the individual matter, and consistency for the sake of seriousness of the offense and may include consistency should not be the dominant concern. suspension/expulsion from the residence hall and/ or Those involved in administering the Student Code the College community. Repeated violations justify of Conduct should be aware that their efforts are increasingly severe sanctions. In all cases, primarily directed toward: procedural fair play requires that a student charged with misconduct be informed of the nature of the 1. Protecting the integrity and order of the charges, given a fair opportunity to refute them, that institution, and the morale and reputation the institution not be arbitrary in its actions, and that of faculty, students and staff. there be provision for appeal of a decision. 2. Educating the student involved with the Therefore, persons making charges are required to conduct process so that he or she may learn provide pertinent information in writing and, if to discipline himself or herself and accept necessary, appear at a hearing. responsibilities of membership in the College community. A complete copy of Vermilion Community 3. Helping the student gain insight into the College’s Code of Conduct including procedures for reasons and consequences of his/her enforcing the Code, possible sanctions, and appeal behavior so that he/she may cope with guidelines may be found in the Student Handbook future difficult situations more under the Current Students section of the website successfully. www.vcc.edu.
Confidentiality of Student Records and Data Privacy Policy
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of in violation of the student’s privacy rights under 1974 (FERPA) is federal law designed to protect FERPA. the privacy of a student’s education record. The 4. The right to provide written consent before the law applies to all educational agencies and College discloses personally identifiable institutions that receive funding under any program information from the student’s education administered by the U.S. Department of Education records, except to the extent that FERPA and to private entities who perform services on authorizes disclosure without consent. behalf of those educational agencies and 5. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. institutions. It is also codified in the Minnesota Department of Education concerning alleged Government Data Practices Act at Minn. Stat. failures by the College to comply with the Section 13.32. requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is: Students have the following rights under FERPA Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. and Minn. Stat. 13.32: Department of Education, 400 Maryland 1. The right to inspect and review the student’s Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202-4605. education record within 10 business days of the 6. The right to request that the College treat the day the College receives a written request to student’s directory data as private educational inspect. data. 2. The right to obtain copies of educational records within 10 business days of the day the This information is also sent in an annual notice to College receives a written request for copies, if all enrolled students, as required by FERPA. the student is willing to pay any applicable copy costs. Requests to Inspect/Review and Amend/Remove 3. The right to request the amendment of the Education Records student’s education records that the student Upon signed written request, the College shall believes are inaccurate, misleading or otherwise provide a student with access to his or her
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education records, unless limited by law. The education records without prior written consent of College shall also provide copies of educational the student except as authorized by law. data to students if the student is willing to pay applicable copy costs. Students who believe that The “Authorization for Release of Student their education records contain information that is Information” form is used by a student to provide inaccurate, misleading, incomplete, or is otherwise written consent for disclosure of education records. in violation of their privacy rights may challenge To be valid it must specify the records to be the record through the complaint process. Students disclosed, state the purpose of the disclosure, whose records are not amended will be informed of identify the party or class of parties to whom the their right to a formal hearing. disclosure may be made, and be signed and dated by the student. Disclosure without Consent via FERPA Exceptions The College may provide educational data to third The authorization consent begins on the date parties without student consent as set forth in 99 signed, and expires three years from the date CFR 99.30 and Minn. Stat. 13.32. signed or until consent is withdrawn, whichever comes first. A section at the bottom of the Federal and state law authorize release of private “Authorization for Release of Student Information” information without consent to: form is to be used to withdraw previous consent. • other school officials, including faculty within the College/University, who have legitimate At a student’s request Vermilion will provide a educational interests in the information; copy of the records released pursuant to the • other schools in which you seek or intend to consent. enroll, or are enrolled; • other schools where you are also enrolled or Directory Data receiving education services; Vermilion Community College designates the • the federal Comptroller General or other federal, following information as directory data. Directory state or local education officials for purposes of data is public data under Minn. Stat. Section 13.32: program compliance, audit or evaluation; • Name • as appropriate in connection with your • Hometown (city and state listed in permanent application for, or receipt of, financial aid; address record) • the juvenile justice system, if you are a juvenile, • Major field of study (program pursued) and the information is necessary, prior to • Class status (freshman or sophomore) adjudication, to determine the juvenile justice • Enrollment status (full-time or part-time) system's ability to serve you; • Dates of attendance • an alleged victim of crime of violence or sexual • Honors, awards, and scholarships received assault, if you are the alleged perpetrator of the • Degrees, diplomas, certificates, and dates assault, and the release is of the final results of a awarded disciplinary proceeding against you related to the • Participation in officially recognized activities alleged crime; and sports • a court, grand jury, or state or federal agency, if • Weight and height of athletic team members the information is sought with a valid subpoena; • Most recent previous educational institution • an institution engaged in research for an attended educational institution or agency related to testing, student aid, or improved instruction; Regardless of the above list, Minnesota statute • appropriate persons in connection with an prohibits colleges from providing student contact emergency, if necessary to protect your health or information to credit card issuers. safety or the health or safety of others; • if required by a court order; Limited Directory Data • others as required or permitted by law. Vermilion Community College has designated the following data as “limited directory data” under Allowing Disclosure / Authorization for Release of FERPA: Information 1. Student name, e-mail address, and Student The College will not disclose or release to a third Change Code (NEW/RTN/DROP) are defined party personally identifiable information from as limited directory data for sharing with the official College student association.
41 2. Student email addresses and Star ID numbers Students who are considering restricting their are defined as Limited Directory Data for directory information should realize the following: enterprise technology related purposes internal • Even with a restriction, a student’s directory to the Minnesota State system of colleges and information will be used by internally by universities that are approved by System Office Vermilion as needed to perform college IT, including, but not limited to, inclusion of business and as otherwise allowed by law. email addresses and Star ID numbers in a • Restrictions may have negative consequences directory accessible to Minnesota State students or inconveniences for the student. With a and employees. restriction in place, a student’s name will not 3. Student images (ID picture, photographs, etc.) appear in honors lists or the commencement are defined as limited directory data for release program. Third parties such as potential at the discretion of the college to media and employers will be informed there is no other third parties as official college information available about the student’s photographs, and for publications by the enrollment or degrees awarded. college. A student’s request for restriction remains in effect Suppressing Directory Data until formal written request to remove the A student chooses to restrict/suppress their restriction is received by Vermilion. A section at directory data from being disclosed by completing the bottom of the “Request to Restrict Directory a “Request to Restrict Directory Information” Information” form is used to rescind previously form. requested restrictions.
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Grades – Definitions and Policy
Grades – A letter grade is assigned at the end of the semester for each course in which the student is enrolled. Students who complete credit courses are assigned grades using the following definitions:
Grade Credits Attempted / Successfully Points Included in Completion Completed? Grade Achievement per Percentage? Credit A Superior 4 Yes Yes
B Above Average 3 Yes Yes
C Average 2 Yes Yes
D Below Average 1 Yes Yes
F Failure 0 Yes No Failure for Non-attendance FN 0 Yes No (never attended) P Passing NA Yes Yes
NC No Credit NA Yes No No Credit for Non-attendance NN NA Yes No (never attended) I Incomplete NA Yes No
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Yes IP In Progress NA No
AU Audit NA No No
W Withdrawn from course NA Yes No No grade submitted as of Z NA Yes No printed grade report
Grade Point Total – Grade point total is the sum of will automatically become an F grade (or NC in the grade points earned as determined by multiplying case of courses numbered below 1000) at the end of the specific grade point value (Grade Point per the next semester (not including summer sessions) Credit in the chart above) by the number of course if the requirements to complete the course work credits. Vermilion uses a four-point grading scale. have not been satisfactorily met. Instructors have the option of setting an earlier completion date for the Grade Point Average – Grade point average (GPA) student. is the quotient of the student’s grade point total divided by the total grade point credits. Each Pass/Fail Grading Option – A student is allowed to transcript shows the student’s GPA for the semester exercise the Pass/Fail Option for a maximum of 12 and cumulative GPA since admission. Passing (P) cumulative credits. P grades do not enter into the grades do not carry a grade point value and as such, computation of grade point average, but credit is are not calculated in the GPA. A grade of P will not given for all courses completed with a P grade. Most improve the student’s GPA; however, credits from college courses are offered with the Pass/Fail option courses with a grade of P will count toward to give students an opportunity to explore areas of registered credits. study without fear of affecting their cumulative grade point average. Prerequisites must be followed Credit – The credit is the unit by which academic as in the normal class sequence. Students who opt to work is measured. take a course on a Pass/Fail option must achieve at least a grade of C to receive a passing grade (P) for Cumulative Credits – Cumulative credits are the that course. Students earning grades of either D, F, total number of credits registered for all terms of FN, NC, or NN will receive the grade earned. enrollment at the College, including summer terms and terms for which the student did not receive Pass/Fail courses are best taken to fulfill general financial aid. education requirements. Students may not select the Pass/Fail option for courses within their chosen Registered Credits – Registered credits are the total major fields. Students seeking the A.A.S. or A.S. number of credits for which a student is officially degree, certificates, or diplomas in designated enrolled at the end of the registration drop period for degree fields may not select the Pass/Fail option for each term. courses bearing technical prefixes or those which are required within their programs. Students should Earned Credits – Earned credits include credits from seek advice from their advisor regarding the courses in which grades of A, B, C, D, P, F, and FN Pass/Fail option. Students working toward an A.A. are assigned. The credits from courses with grades degree or those who plan to transfer to a four-year of I (incomplete), IP (in progress), W (withdraw), college should have no more than twenty percent NC (no credit), or NN (no credit for non-attendance) (20%) of their college credits in Pass/Fail credit. The are not considered earned credits but are factored in College, therefore, limits students to a total of 12 the student’s completion rate. cumulative credits of Pass/Fail with not more than five (5) credits in any one semester. Incompletes – Grades of I and IP are temporary grades which are assigned only in exceptional A petition obtained from the Records Office must be circumstances. These grades will be given only to signed for each course taken as Pass/Fail. This students who cannot complete the work of a course petition must be completed within one week on schedule because of illness or other following mid-semester examinations. circumstances beyond their control. An I or IP grade
43 Finality of Grades Course grades are considered final when entered on A student who believes his or her grade is unfair the student’s official record. Once recorded, grades should first discuss the matter with the instructor. If may be changed only to reflect a correction. the instructor concurs, the grade may then be Corrections must be requested by petition or grade considered to be “Error by Instructor” and may be change form within one year of recording and are corrected by the instructor as described above. authorized only under the circumstances outlined below. Any changes in grade made by an instructor If the instructor does not concur, the student may after one full year cannot be made via the grade appeal the grade. Notification of an appeal must be change form, but instead must be submitted to the made in writing and received by the College no later Provost with substantial supporting documentation than 90 days after the grade was entered on the of the reasoning behind the proposed change. student’s record.
Error by Instructor In case of an appeal, the Provost will appoint a panel If an error was made in the original computation or to review the appeal. The panel shall request the recording of a course grade by the instructor, it may student to submit a written appeal narrative, be changed by the instructor. In such event, the outlining in detail the reason he or she believes the instructor must write a brief explanation of the grade is unfair. The instructor shall be provided a reason for the change, which shall be recorded in a copy of the narrative and requested to respond in file maintained by the Records Office. writing. A copy of the instructor’s response shall be provided to the student. The student may, at his or Recording Error by Records Office her option, submit a written rebuttal to the If an error was made by the Records Office in instructor’s response, in which case a copy of the recording the grade, the error may be corrected by rebuttal shall be provided to the instructor. the Records Office to reflect the grade submitted by the instructor. After discussion and vote, the panel will submit recommendations to the Provost regarding the Unfair Grade disposition of the complaint. The Provost will make A grade is unfair if it is not awarded in compliance the final decision on the appeal. with criteria set forth in the syllabus or if it is the result of bias, prejudice, caprice, or retaliation.
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Chapter 6: Educational Philosophy and Academic Awards
Vermilion offers five types of academic programs to As a Goal Area: Completion of a goal area of help students achieve a wide variety of educational the MnTC at one institution will be accepted and career goals. The five program types include: as a goal completion at another institution. Associate of Arts Degree (A.A.), Associate of Science Degree (A.S.), Associate of Applied As a Course within a Goal Area: A completed Science Degree (A.A.S.), Diploma, and Certificate. course which is included as part of a goal area at the sending institution will be accepted for The degree program types are designed for different full credit within the same goal area at career and transfer objectives, and are distinguished another institution. When courses are from one another by the distribution of credits recognized as meeting requirements for two required to earn each type of degree. The diploma different goal areas at a sending institution, and certificate are distinguished from degrees by the course will be accepted in transfer at being specifically focused on an occupational area another institution for the same two goal and requiring fewer credits. areas.
General Education Philosophy All MnTC courses, goal areas, and the completed Vermilion Community College believes that an MnTC (40 credits) offered by a Minnesota State educated student has developed the knowledge, college or university must transfer to another skills, and values needed to work, live, and learn in Minnesota State institution into goal areas as a changing world, especially the natural world designated by the original sending institution. around us. These goals are concretely articulated (Additional transfer information can be found at: and outlined in the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum, www.mntransfer.org.) the standard by which the college determines and evaluates the general education requirements of The section following lists the ten areas of MnTC each degree program. emphasis, details about the competencies, the requirements at Vermilion for completing each goal area and the entire MnTC, and the courses offered at Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Vermilion within each goal area. Courses marked The Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) is the with an asterisk (*) will also fulfill requirements of result of a collaborative effort among all two- and another goal area, with that second goal number four-year public colleges and universities in listed in parenthesis ( ) after the asterisk. These Minnesota. The goal of this effort is to help students courses may count toward completion of the MnTC transfer their coursework in lower division general in a maximum of two goal areas, but they only count education. once toward completion of the required 40 MnTC credits and graduation in terms of credits earned. Completion of a defined transfer curriculum at one institution enables a student to receive credit for all Goal 1: Communication lower-division general education upon admission to This goal is designed to develop writers and any other institution. These courses are also used in speakers who use the English language effectively the general education portion of the A.A., A.S., and who read, write, speak and listen critically. As a A.A.S., diploma, and certificate programs. base, all students should complete introductory communication requirements early in their The MnTC transfers as follows: collegiate studies. Writing competency is an ongoing process to be reinforced through writing- As an Entire Package: Completion of the intensive courses and writing across the curriculum. MnTC at one institution will be accepted as Speaking and listening skills need reinforcement completion of the MnTC at another through multiple opportunities for interpersonal institution. To complete the entire MnTC, communication, public speaking, and discussion. students must earn a minimum of 40 credits in the ten goal areas, meet the specific Students will be able to: requirements for each of the goal areas, and Understand/demonstrate the writing and earn a minimum 2.00 GPA in the courses speaking processes through invention, completing the MnTC.
45 organization, drafting, revision, editing and interpretations, analyses, and evaluations made presentation. by ourselves and others. Participate effectively in groups with emphasis on listening, critical and reflective thinking, and Taught and used throughout the MnTC, MnTC responding. completion at Vermilion fulfills the Goal 2 Locate, evaluate, and synthesize in a requirement. responsible manner material from diverse sources and points of view. Goal 3: Natural Sciences Select appropriate communication choices for This goal is designed to improve students' specific audiences. understanding of natural science principles and of Construct logical and coherent arguments. the methods of scientific inquiry, i.e., the ways in Use authority, point-of-view, and individual which scientists investigate natural science voice and style in their writing and speaking. phenomena. As a basis for lifelong learning, Employ syntax and usage appropriate to students need to know the vocabulary of science and academic disciplines and the professional to realize that while a set of principles has been world. developed through the work of previous scientists, ongoing scientific inquiry and new knowledge will Students must complete two ENGL and one SPCH bring changes in some of the ways scientists view courses (10 credits minimum). the world. By studying the problems that engage today's scientists, students learn to appreciate the Course # Course Title Credits importance of science in their lives and to ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 understand the value of a scientific perspective. ENGL 1512 College Composition II* (9) 3 Students should be encouraged to study both the ENGL 1522 Report Writing 3 biological and physical sciences. SPCH 1555 Introduction to Speech 3 SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3 Students will be able to: SPCH 1575 Intercultural Communication* (7) 3 Demonstrate understanding of scientific theories. Goal 2: Critical Thinking Formulate and test hypotheses by performing This goal is designed to develop thinkers who are laboratory, simulation, or field experiments in able to unify factual, creative, rational, and value- at least two of the natural science disciplines. sensitive modes of thought. Critical thinking will be One of these experimental components should taught and used throughout the general education develop, in greater depth, students' laboratory curriculum in order to develop students' awareness experience in the collection of data, its of their own thinking and problem-solving statistical and graphical analysis, and an procedures. To integrate new skills into their appreciation of its sources of error and customary ways of thinking, students must be uncertainty. actively engaged in practicing thinking skills and Communicate their experimental findings, applying them to open-ended problems. analyses, and interpretations both orally and in writing. Students will be able to: Evaluate societal issues from a natural science Gather factual information and apply it to a perspective, ask questions about the evidence given problem in a manner that is relevant, presented, and make informed judgments about clear, comprehensive, and conscious of science-related topics and policies. possible bias in the information selected. Imagine and seek out a variety of possible Students must complete seven credits, including one goals, assumptions, interpretations, or lab science course (7 credits minimum). perspectives which can give alternative meanings or solutions to given situations or Course # Course Title Credits problems. BIOL 1555 Environmental Science* (10) 3 Analyze the logical connections among the [ESCI 1555 Environmental Science* (10) 3] facts, goals, and implicit assumptions relevant BIOL 1255 Dendrology and Plant Ecology 3 to a problem or claim; generate and evaluate BIOL 1541 College Biology I 4 implications that follow from them. BIOL 1542 College Biology II 4 Recognize and articulate the value assumptions BIOL 1545 Fundamentals of College Biology 4 BIOL 2455 Limnology 3 which underlie and affect decisions, BIOL 2525 Microbiology 4
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BIOL 2545 Ecology 3 Students will be able to: BIOL 2551 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 Employ the methods and data that historians BIOL 2552 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 and social and behavioral scientists use to CHEM 1511 Fundamentals of College Chemistry 4 investigate the human condition. CHEM 1551 General Chemistry I 4 CHEM 1552 General Chemistry II 4 Examine social institutions and processes ESCI 1559 Meteorology 3 across a range of historical periods and cultures. GEOL 1557 Physical Geology 4 Use and critique alternative explanatory PHYS 1555 Fundamentals of College Physics 4 systems or theories. Develop and communicate alternative Goal 4: Mathematics/Logical Reasoning explanations or solutions for contemporary This goal is designed to increase students' social issues. knowledge about mathematical and logical modes of thinking. This will enable students to appreciate Students must complete one course from each group the breadth of applications of mathematics, evaluate (6 credits minimum). arguments, and detect fallacious reasoning. Students will learn to apply mathematics, logic, and/or Course # Course Title Credits statistics to help them make decisions in their lives and careers. Minnesota's public higher education Group I systems have agreed that developmental ECON 1556 Principles of Economics-Micro 3 mathematics includes the first three years of a high ECON 1557 Principles of Economics-Macro 3 school mathematics sequence through intermediate HIST 1555 History of Western Civilization I 4 HIST 1556 History of Western Civilization II 4 algebra. HIST 1565 American History I 4 HIST 1566 American History II 4 Students will be able to: HIST 1568 Minnesota History 3 Illustrate historical and contemporary HIST 1575 World History I* (8) 4 applications of mathematics/logical systems. HIST 1576 World History II* (8) 4 Clearly express mathematical/logical ideas in POLS 1555 Political Ideas and Institutions* (9) 3 writing. POLS 1556 American Government* (9) 3 POLS 1557 State and Local Government* (9) 3 Explain what constitutes a valid mathematical/logical argument (proof). Group II Apply higher-order problem-solving and/or ANTH 1525 Cultural Anthropology * (8) 3 modeling strategies. ENGL 2565 Film and Society* (6) 3 PSYC 2551 General Psychology 3 Students must complete one course (3 credits PSYC 2457 Human Sexuality* (7) 3 minimum). PSYC 2567 Lifespan Development Psychology 4 SOC 1451 Introduction to Criminal Justice* (9) 3 SOC 1452 Crime and Delinquency* (9) 3 Course # Course Title Credits SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology* (7) 3 MATH 1515 Survey of Math 3 MATH 1521 College Algebra 3 MATH 1546 Introduction to Statistics 3 Goal 6: The Humanities and Fine Arts MATH 1555 Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry 3 This goal is designed to expand students' knowledge MATH 1557 Pre-calculus: College Algebra & Trig 5 of the human condition and human cultures, MATH 1561 Calculus I: Calculus/Analytic Geometry 5 especially in relation to behavior, ideas, and values MATH 1562 Calculus II: Calculus/Analytic Geometry 5 expressed in works of human imagination and thought. Through study in disciplines such as Goal 5: History and the Social and Behavioral literature, philosophy, and the fine arts, students will Sciences engage in critical analysis, form aesthetic This goal is designed to increase students' judgments, and develop an appreciation of the arts knowledge of how historians and social and and humanities as fundamental to the health and behavioral scientists discover, describe, and explain survival of any society. Students should have the behaviors and interactions among individuals, experiences in both the arts and humanities. groups, institutions, events, and ideas. Such knowledge will better equip students to understand Students will be able to: themselves and the roles they play in addressing the Demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety issues facing humanity. of works in the arts and humanities.
47 Understand those works as expressions of ART 1546 Ceramics Wheelwork 3 individual and human values within a historical ART 1547 Introduction to Sculpture 3 and social context. ART 1565 Special Topics in Art 3 ART 2525 Wilderness Digital Photography 3 Respond critically to works in the arts and ART 2535 Painting 3 humanities. ART 2545 Airbrush Techniques 2 Engage in the creative process or interpretive ART 2555 Raku Ceramics 1 performance. ENGL 1555 Introduction to Creative Writing 3 Articulate an informed personal reaction to MUSC 1315, 1365, 2315, 2365 Applied Musics 1-4 works in the arts and humanities. THTR 1421 Peer Theater 1 THTR 1525 Thtr Prtcptn Production Prctcm 1 Students must choose Option 1 (7 credits minimum) THTR 1535 Thtr Prtcptn Performance Prctcm 3 THTR 1565 Beginning Acting 3 or Option 2 (9 credits minimum).
OPTION 1—Students must complete HUM 1555 and Goal 7: Human Diversity three additional Goal 6 credits. This goal is designed to increase students' understanding of individual and group differences Course # Course Title Credits (e.g. race, gender, class) and their knowledge of the HUM 1555 Adventures in the Human Spirit 4 traditions and values of various groups in the United States. Students should be able to evaluate the OPTION 2—Students must complete three credits United States' historical and contemporary from each of the following three groups. responses to group differences.
Group I: Analysis and Criticism – Art or Music Students will be able to: Course # Course Title Credits Understand the development of and the ART 1521 Art History I* (8) 3 changing meanings of group identities in the ART 1522 Art History II 3 United States' history and culture. ART 1525 Art Appreciation* (8) 3 Demonstrate an awareness of the individual and MUSC 1556 Music Appreciation 3 institutional dynamics of unequal power MUSC 1558 Music Topics 3 relations between groups in contemporary MUSC 1566 Basic Music Principles 3 society. Analyze their own attitudes, behaviors, Group II: Analysis & Criticism - Literature or Philosophy concepts and beliefs regarding diversity, racism, and bigotry. Course # Course Title Credits Describe and discuss the experience and ENGL 1535 World Literature* (8) 3 contributions (political, social, economic, etc.) ENGL 1545 Introduction to the Short Story 3 of the many groups that shape American society ENGL 1546 Introduction to the Novel 3 and culture, in particular those groups that have ENGL 1547 Introduction to Poetry 3 suffered discrimination and exclusion. ENGL 1557 Literature for the Stage 3 ENGL 1565 English Topics 3 Demonstrate communication skills necessary ENGL 1568 Environmental Literature 3 for living and working effectively in a society ENGL 2535 Survey of British Literature I 3 with great population diversity. ENGL 2536 Survey of British Literature II 3 ENGL 2537 Survey of American Literature I* (7) 3 Students must complete one course (3 credits ENGL 2538 Survey of American Literature II* (7) 3 minimum). ENGL 2539 Modern Black Literature* (7) 3 ENGL 2565 Film and Society* (5) 3 Course # Course Title Credits PHIL 1551 Introduction to Ethics* (9) 3 ENGL 2537 Survey of American Literature I* (6) 3 PHIL 1555 Introduction to Logical Reasoning 3 ENGL 2538 Survey of American Literature II* (6) 3 PHIL 1575 Introduction to Philosophy 3 ENGL 2539 Modern Black Literature* (6) 3 PSYC 2457 Human Sexuality* (5) 3 Group III: Creative Process or Interpretive Performance SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology * (5) 3 SOC 1565 Social Problems* (8) 3 Course # Course Title Credits SPCH 1575 Intercultural Communication* (1) 3 ART 1515 Introduction to Studio Art 3 ART 1531 Drawing 3 Goal 8: Global Perspective ART 1535 Intro to Video & the Moving Image 3 ART 1545 Ceramics Hand-building 3 This goal is designed to increase students' understanding of the growing interdependence of
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nations and peoples and develop their ability to Students must complete one course (3 credits apply a comparative perspective to cross-cultural minimum). social, economic and political experiences. Course # Course Title Credits Students will be able to: ENGL 1512 College Composition II* (1) 3 Describe and analyze political, economic, and PHIL 1551 Introduction to Ethics* (6) 3 cultural elements which influence relations of POLS 1555 Political Ideas and Institutions* (5) 3 POLS 1556 American Government* (5) 3 states and societies in their historical and POLS 1557 State and Local Government* (5) 3 contemporary dimensions. SOC 1451 Introduction to Criminal Justice* (5) 3 Demonstrate knowledge of cultural, social, SOC 1452 Crime and Delinquency* (5) 3 religious and linguistic differences. SOC 2475 Society and Computer Issues 1 Analyze specific international problems, illustrating the cultural, economic, and political Goal 10: People and the Environment differences that affect their solution. This goal is designed to improve students' Understand the role of a world citizen and the understanding of today's complex environmental responsibility world citizens share for their challenges. Students will examine the inter- common global future. relatedness of human society and the natural environment. Knowledge of both bio-physical Students must complete one course (3 credits principles and socio-cultural systems is the minimum). foundation for integrative and critical thinking about environmental issues. Course # Course Title Credits ANTH 1525 Intro to Cultural Anthropology* (5) 3 Students will be able to: ART 1521 Art History I* (6) 3 Explain the basic structure and function of ART 1525 Art Appreciation* (6) 3 various natural ecosystems and of human ENGL 1535 World Literature* (6) 3 adaptive strategies within those systems. HIST 1575 World History I* (5) 4 HIST 1576 World History II* (5) 4 Discern patterns and interrelationships of bio- SOC 1565 Social Problems* (7) 3 physical and socio-cultural systems. SOC 2575 Environmental Sociology* (10) 3 Describe the basic institutional arrangements (social, legal, political, economic, religious) Goal 9: Ethical and Civic Responsibility that are evolving to deal with environmental This goal is designed to develop students' capacity and natural resource challenges. to identify, discuss, and reflect upon the ethical Evaluate critically environmental and natural dimensions of political, social, and personal life and resource issues in light of understandings about to understand the ways in which they can exercise interrelationships, ecosystems, and institutions. responsible and productive citizenship. While there Propose and assess alternative solutions to are diverse views of social justice or the common environmental problems. good in a pluralistic society, students should learn Articulate and defend the actions they would that responsible citizenship requires them to develop take on various environmental issues. skills to understand their own and others' positions, be part of the free exchange of ideas, and function Students must complete one course (3 credits as public-minded citizens. minimum).
Students will be able to: Course # Course Title Credits Examine, articulate, and apply their own ethical BIOL 1265 Introduction to Natural Resources 3 views. BIOL 1555 Environmental Science* (10) 3 Understand and apply core concepts (e.g. [ESCI 1555 Environmental Science* (10) 3] SOC 2575 Environmental Sociology* (8) 3 politics, rights and obligations, justice, liberty) to specific issues. Analyze and reflect on the ethical dimensions Articulation Agreements for Transfer of legal, social, and scientific issues. In addition to the MnTC agreement with all of the Recognize the diversity of political motivations two-year and four-year public colleges and and interests of others. universities in Minnesota, Vermilion Community Identify ways to exercise the rights and College has signed articulation and transfer responsibilities of citizenship. agreements with a number of public and private
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institutions in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. 4. Completion of a minimum of 20 credits at Articulation agreements facilitate credit transfer and Vermilion in courses numbered 1000 or provide a smooth transition from one related degree above. (This residency requirement may be program to another. (Articulation agreements and decreased upon recommendation by the other transfer information can be found at: faculty and approval by the Provost.) www.mntransfer.org. Click on Students, Transfer 5. Application for graduation filed with college Planning, and then Articulation Agreements to advisor before the start of the last semester search for Vermilion’s articulation agreements.) preceding graduation.
Associate of Arts Degree Distribution Requirements for the A.A. Degree: Completed Minnesota Transfer Curriculum 40 credits The Associate of Arts Degree is intended for CNSL 1466 College Life 1 credit students who plan to transfer to another college or HLTH Elective 1 credit university to complete a baccalaureate degree. PHED Activity Elective 1 credit Vermilion’s 60-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (excludes varsity athletics taken before Fall 2010) A.A. degree includes completion of at least a 40- Pre-major Requirements/General Electives 17 credits credit general education curriculum that fulfills the Total Credits for A.A. Degree 60 credits Minnesota Transfer Curriculum goal areas, plus three additional credits comprised of one credit in Associate of Science Degree health, a physical education activity credit, and the The Associate of Science Degree is intended for course CNSL 1466 College Life. The remaining those students who wish to balance liberal arts credits may be MnTC goal courses, pre-major education with career-oriented classes in scientific, requirements, or electives. technological, or other professional fields. The A.S. degree is designed to transfer in its entirety to a related The A.A. degree is a general liberal arts and sciences baccalaureate program by way of an articulation degree, and no specific major is listed in conjunction agreement. Courses included provide the credentials with the degree. However, many students choose to for a specific career and prepare graduates for concentrate in a particular field of study as admissions to a baccalaureate college or university. preparation for a specific major at a baccalaureate The extent to which credits transfer varies with the college or university. Students are encouraged to specific program completed and the subsequent develop an educational plan by consulting with a major selected. Vermilion advisor or counselor. A.S. Degree Programs Listed below is a short list of the bachelor degree or Business Transfer Pathway pre-professional programs students have begun at Criminal Justice-Police Science Vermilion. Environmental Science Fisheries and Wildlife Management Accounting Architecture Land Surveying Arts Biology Outdoor Leadership Business Administration Education Outdoor Recreation Therapy Environmental Science Geography Watershed Science History Nursing Political Science Pre-Medical General Requirements for the A.S. Degree: Psychology Social Science 1. Successful completion of a minimum of 60 Sociology Speech credits from courses numbered 1000 or Theater/Drama Waste Management above. 2. Completion of required number of courses General Requirements for A.A. Degree: from the MnTC. 1. Successful completion of a minimum of 60 3. Minimum overall GPA of 2.0. credits from courses numbered 1000 or 4. Completion of a minimum of 20 credits at above. Vermilion in courses numbered 1000 or 2. Completion of required number of courses above. (This residency requirement may be from the MnTC with a minimum decreased upon recommendation by the accumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of faculty and approval by the Provost.) 2.0 in these courses. 3. Minimum overall GPA of 2.0.
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5. Application for graduation filed with college Diploma advisor before the start of the last semester The diploma is primarily intended to prepare preceding graduation. students for employment by providing job applicable skills. A diploma may be awarded after Distribution Requirements for the A.S. Degree: successful completion of a specialized program of Minnesota Transfer Curriculum 30 credits study ranging from 31 to 72 semester credits, with a (includes courses from six goal areas minimum) minimum of 24 credits in occupational or technical Required Program Courses 30 credits courses. Total Credits for A.S. Degree 60 credits
Diploma Programs Associate of Applied Science Degree General Business The Associate of Applied Science Degree is Water Operations intended primarily for those students who plan to use the competence gained through their degree for General Requirements for Diplomas: immediate employment. All A.A.S. degree 1. Successful completion of the specific programs are in a named field of study in scientific, requirements for the diploma. technological, or other professional fields. This 2. Minimum overall GPA of 2.0. degree prepares students for employment in an 3. Completion of a minimum of one third of the occupation or range of occupations. An A.A.S. degree credits from Vermilion. may also be accepted in transfer to a related 4. Application for graduation filed with college baccalaureate program. advisor before the start of the last semester preceding graduation. A.A.S. Degree Programs Natural Resource Technology-Forestry/Wildlife Outdoor Leadership Professional Certificate Veterinary Technician The certificate is primarily intended for those Water Quality Science students who want to focus on learning specific Wilderness and Park Management occupational skills and use them for immediate Wildland/Wildlife Law Enforcement employment or career advancements. A certificate is awarded after the successful completion of a General Requirements for A.A.S. Degree: specialized program of study ranging from nine to 1. Successful completion of a minimum of 60 30 credits. credits from courses numbered 1000 or above. Certificate Programs 2. Completion of required number of courses Backcountry Guide from the MnTC. Coaching 3. Minimum overall GPA of 2.0. Emergency Medical Services 4. Completion of a minimum of 20 credits at Entrepreneurship Vermilion in courses numbered 1000 or Fireline EMT above. (This residency requirement may be Land Surveying decreased upon recommendation by the Outdoor Leadership faculty and approval by the Provost.) Seasonal Park Law Enforcement Ranger Training 5. Application for graduation filed with college Wilderness Emergency Medical Services advisor before the start of the last semester Wildlife Ecology preceding graduation. General Requirements for Certificates: Distribution Requirements for the A.A.S. Degree: 1. Successful completion of the specific Minnesota Transfer Curriculum 15 credits requirements for the certificate. (includes courses from three goal areas, minimum) 2. Minimum overall GPA of 2.0. Occupational or Technical Field Preparation 3. Completion of a minimum of one third of the (minimum) 30 credits credits from Vermilion. Other Required Courses 15-30 credits 4. Application for graduation filed with college Total Credits for A.A.S. Degree 60-75 credits advisor before the start of the last semester preceding graduation.
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Vermilion offers a variety of programs in the broad certificate is primarily intended for those students areas of Law Enforcement/EMS, Natural Resource who want to focus on learning specific occupational & Water Management, and Outdoor Recreation & skills and use them for immediate employment or Wilderness. Additionally, students can choose from career advancements. Certificates can be pursued by options in Liberal Arts & Science, Business, themselves, or they can be used to complement a Coaching, and Veterinary Science. In most of these degree program by providing additional technical areas, multiple award types from certificates to skills in a particular area. Occasionally, a prior diplomas, to A.A., A.S., and A.A.S. degrees, are degree may be required for enrollment in a available. certificate designed to provide advanced skills in a particular field. While A.A., A.S., and A.A.S. Each educational degree type is primarily designed degree programs usually take two years to complete, for a different career and/or transfer objective. The most diploma and certificate programs can typically A.A. degree is intended for students planning to be completed in just one or two semesters. transfer to another college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree. Although the specific skills The chapter pages that follow include descriptions acquired can lead to immediate employment, the for each Vermilion program, as well as specific A.S. is designed to transfer in its entirety to a related course requirements. Note that requirements for baccalaureate program by way of an articulation these programs do change from year to year, and not agreement. The specific intent of the A.A.S. degree all specifics are included here. For the most recent is to prepare students for a particular occupation or check-sheet for each program, students should range of occupations however, an A.A.S. degree connect with their advisor, or check the website. may also be accepted in transfer to a related Official check-sheets contain additional baccalaureate program. The diploma is a specialized information, including course pre-requisites, listings program of study in occupational or technical of related programs and additional recommended courses primarily intended to prepare students for courses, and articulation agreement designations. employment by providing employment skills. The
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Course # Course Title Credits Liberal Arts and Sciences ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 ASSOCIATE OF ARTS (60 credits) ENGL 1512 College Composition II* (9) 3 The Associate of Arts Degree (A.A.) is intended for ENGL 1522 Report Writing 3 students who plan to transfer to another college or SPCH 1555 Introduction to Speech 3 university to complete a baccalaureate degree. SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3 Vermilion’s 60-credit A.A. degree includes completion of SPCH 1575 Intercultural Communication* (7) 3 at least a 40-credit general education curriculum that fulfills the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum goal areas, Goal 2: Critical Thinking—Taught and used throughout plus three additional credits comprised of one credit in the MnTC, MnTC completion at Vermilion fulfills the health, a physical education activity credit, and the course Goal 2 requirement. CNSL 1466 College Life. The remaining credits may be MnTC goal courses, pre-major requirements, or electives. Goal 3: Natural Sciences—Complete seven credits, including one lab science course (7 credits minimum). The A.A. degree is a general liberal arts degree, and no specific major is listed in conjunction with the degree. Course # Course Title Credits However, many students choose to concentrate in a BIOL 1555 Environmental Science* (10) 3 particular field of study as preparation for a specific major [ESCI 1555 Environmental Science* (10) 3] at a baccalaureate college or university. Students are BIOL 1255 Dendrology and Plant Ecology 3 encouraged to develop an educational plan in consultation BIOL 1541 College Biology I 4 with a Vermilion advisor. BIOL 1542 College Biology II 4 BIOL 1545 Fundamentals of College Biology 4 Goal 1: Communication—Complete two ENGL courses BIOL 2455 Limnology 3 and one SPCH course (10 credits minimum). BIOL 2545 Ecology 3 BIOL 2551 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4
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BIOL 2552 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 Group I: Analysis and Criticism – Art or Music CHEM 1511 Fundamentals of College Chemistry 4 CHEM 1551 General Chemistry I 4 Course # Course Title Credits CHEM 1552 General Chemistry II 4 ART 1521 Art History I* (8) 3 ESCI 1559 Meteorology 3 ART 1522 Art History II 3 GEOL 1557 Physical Geology 4 ART 1525 Art Appreciation* (8) 3 PHYS 1555 Fundamentals of College Physics 4 MUSC 1556 Music Appreciation 3 MUSC 1558 Music Topics 3 Goal 4: Mathematics/Logical Reasoning—Complete MUSC 1566 Basic Music Principles 3 one course (3 credits minimum). Group II: Analysis & Criticism - Literature or Philosophy Course # Course Title Credits MATH 1515 Survey of Math 3 Course # Course Title Credits MATH 1521 College Algebra 3 ENGL 1535 World Literature* (8) 3 MATH 1546 Introduction to Statistics 3 ENGL 1545 Introduction to the Short Story 3 MATH 1555 Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry 3 ENGL 1546 Introduction to the Novel 3 MATH 1557 Pre-calculus: College Algebra and Trig 5 ENGL 1547 Introduction to Poetry 3 MATH 1561 Calculus I:Calculus/Analytic Geometry 5 ENGL 1557 Literature for the Stage 3 MATH 1562 Calculus II:Calculus/Analytic Geometry 5 ENGL 1565 English Topics 3 ENGL 1568 Environmental Literature 3 Goal 5: History and the Social and Behavioral ENGL 2535 Survey of British Literature I 3 Sciences—Complete one course from each group (6 ENGL 2536 Survey of British Literature II 3 credits minimum). ENGL 2537 Survey of American Literature I* (7) 3 ENGL 2538 Survey of American Literature II* (7) 3 Course # Course Title Credits ENGL 2539 Modern Black Literature* (7) 3 ENGL 2565 Film and Society* (5) 3 Group I PHIL 1551 Introduction to Ethics* (9) 3 ECON 1555 Survey of Economics 3 PHIL 1555 Introduction to Logical Reasoning 3 ECON 1556 Principles of Economics-Micro 3 PHIL 1575 Introduction to Philosophy 3 ECON 1557 Principles of Economics-Macro 3 HIST 1555 History of Western Civilization I 4 Group III: Creative Process or Interpretive Performance HIST 1556 History of Western Civilization II 4 HIST 1565 American History I 4 Course # Course Title Credits HIST 1566 American History II 4 ART 1515 Introduction to Studio Art 3 HIST 1568 Minnesota History 3 ART 1531 Drawing 3 HIST 1575 World History I* (8) 4 ART 1535 Intro to Video & the Moving Image 3 HIST 1576 World History II* (8) 4 ART 1545 Ceramics Hand-building 3 POLS 1555 Political Ideas and Institutions* (9) 3 ART 1546 Ceramics Wheelwork 3 POLS 1556 American Government* (9) 3 ART 1547 Introduction to Sculpture 3 POLS 1557 State and Local Government* (9) 3 ART 1565 Special Topics in Art 3 ART 2525 Wilderness Digital Photography 3 Group II ART 2535 Painting 3 ANTH 1525 Cultural Anthropology * (8) 3 ART 2545 Airbrush Techniques 2 ENGL 2565 Film and Society* (6) 3 ART 2555 Raku Ceramics 1 PSYC 2551 General Psychology 3 ENGL 1555 Introduction to Creative Writing 3 PSYC 2457 Human Sexuality* (7) 3 MUSC 1315, 1365, 2315, 2365 Applied Musics 1-4 PSYC 2567 Lifespan Development Psychology 4 THTR 1421 Peer Theater 1 SOC 1451 Introduction to Criminal Justice* (9) 3 THTR 1525 Thtr Prtcptn Production Prctcm 1 SOC 1452 Crime and Delinquency* (9) 3 THTR 1535 Thtr Prtcptn Performance Prctcm 3 SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology* (7) 3 THTR 1565 Beginning Acting 3
Goal 6: The Humanities and Fine Arts—Choose Goal 7: Human Diversity—Complete one course (3 Option 1 (7 credits minimum) or Option 2 (9 credits credits minimum). minimum). Course # Course Title Credits OPTION 1—Complete HUM 1555 and three additional ENGL 2537 Survey of American Literature I* (6) 3 Goal 6 credits. ENGL 2538 Survey of American Literature II* (6) 3 ENGL 2539 Modern Black Literature* (6) 3 Course # Course Title Credits PSYC 2457 Human Sexuality* (5) 3 HUM 1555 Adventures in the Human Spirit 4 SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology * (5) 3 OPTION 2—Complete three credits from each of the SOC 1565 Social Problems* (8) 3 following three groups. SPCH 1575 Intercultural Communication* (1) 3
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Goal 8: Global Perspective—Complete one course (3 SOC 1452 Crime and Delinquency* (5) 3 credits minimum). SOC 2475 Society and Computer Issues 1
Course # Course Title Credits Goal 10: People and the Environment—Complete one ANTH 1525 Intro to Cultural Anthropology* (5) 3 course (3 credits minimum). ART 1521 Art History I* (6) 3 ART 1525 Art Appreciation* (6) 3 Course # Course Title Credits ENGL 1535 World Literature* (6) 3 BIOL 1265 Introduction to Natural Resources 3 HIST 1575 World History I* (5) 4 BIOL 1555 Environmental Science* (3) 3 HIST 1576 World History II* (5) 4 [ESCI 1555 Environmental Science* (3) 3] SOC 1565 Social Problems* (7) 3 SOC 2575 Environmental Sociology* (8) 3 SOC 2575 Environmental Sociology* (10) 3 Additional A.A. Requirements—Also complete: Goal 9: Ethical and Civic Responsibility—Complete one course (3 credits minimum). Course # Course Title Credits CNSL 1466 College Life 1 Course # Course Title Credits HLTH Elective 1 ENGL 1512 College Composition II* (1) 3 PHED Activity Elective 1 PHIL 1551 Introduction to Ethics* (6) 3 (excludes varsity athletics taken before Fall 2010) POLS 1555 Political Ideas and Institutions* (5) 3 POLS 1556 American Government* (5) 3 MnTC Course Note—Courses marked with an asterisk POLS 1557 State and Local Government* (5) 3 (*) may count in a maximum of two goal areas, but course SOC 1451 Introduction to Criminal Justice* (5) 3 credits only count once toward graduation.
Business and Coaching
Business Transfer Pathway General Business ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (60 credits) DIPLOMA (33 credits) Vermilion’s Business Transfer Pathway A.S. The General Business Diploma is designed for focuses on the general study of business, including individuals interested in a business career or for the process of interchanging goods and services individuals currently employed in a business setting (buying, selling and producing), business who wish to update their business skills and organization, and accounting as used in profit- knowledge. This diploma includes a strong making organizations. concentration of business courses and several MnTC courses. Course # Course Title Credits ACCT 2691 Financial Accounting 4 Course # Course Title Credits ACCT 2692 Managerial Accounting 4 ACCT 2691 Financial Accounting 4 BUS 1655 Introduction to Business 3 BUS 1455 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 3 BUS 2660 Principles of Marketing 3 BUS 1655 Introduction to Business 3 BUS 2675 Principles of Management 3 BUS 2655 Legal Environment of Business 3 CSCI 1455 Information Technology 3 BUS 2660 Principles of Marketing 3 BUS 2655 Legal Environment of Business 3 BUS 2675 Principles of Management 3 ECON 1556 Principles of Economics: Micro 3 ACCT 2692 Managerial Accounting 4 ECON 1557 Principles of Economics: Macro 3 ECON 1556 Principles of Economics: Micro 3 ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 ENGL 1512 College Composition II 3 SPCH 1555 Introduction to Speech 3 MATH 1521 College Algebra 3 (or SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3) MATH 1546 Introduction to Statistics 3 PHIL 1551 Introduction to Ethics 3 SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology 3 SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3 (or SPCH 1555 Intro to Speech 3) Business Elective course 3 MnTC Goal Area 6, Group I or Group III course 3 MnTC Goal 3 course 3
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Entrepreneurship Coaching CERTIFICATE (12 credits) CERTIFICATE (11 or 12 credits) Entrepreneurial studies prepare individuals to The coaching certificate prepares student for head perform basic development, marketing, and varsity coaching positions and fulfills the management functions associated with owning and requirements of Minnesota Statute 122 A.33. This operating a business. Vermilion has a special focus certificate is designed for a student considering on business plan development. coaching at the high school level, and it Course # Course Title Credits complements any degree. Courses in coaching BUS 1455 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 3 theory, communication, first aid, injury care, and weight training/conditioning are all included. Restricted Electives Complete at least 9 credits from the following: Course # Course Title Credits ACCT 2691 Principles of Accounting I 4 HLTH 1425 First Aid for Sports 1 BUS 1655 Introduction to Business 3 HLTH 1435 Prevention/Care of Athletic Injuries 3 BUS 2655 Legal Environment of Business 3 PHED 1210 Theory of Coaching 2 BUS 2660 Principles of Marketing 3 PHED 1415 Weight Training 1 BUS 2675 Principles of Management 3 (or PHED 1420 Strength and Speed Development 2) CSCI 1455 Information Technology 3 PHED 2220 Coaching Internship 1 ECON 1556 Principles of Economics: Micro 3 SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3 SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3
Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician Students must be at or above college level in reading ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE and writing, and be eligible for placement into MATH 0094 or above to start this program. (75 credits) The Veterinary Technician A.A.S. degree program is academically rigorous, and it takes a highly Course # Course Title Credits motivated individual to succeed. Students must have BIOL 1545 Fundamentals of College Biology 4 BIOL 2525 Microbiology 4 better than average ability to master a sizeable CHEM 1511 Fundamentals of College Chemistry 4 course load of scientific and medical material in a PHIL 1551 Introduction to Ethics 3 relatively short time. In order for a student to be SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3 eligible to sit for the Veterinary Technician National VTCH 1215 Introduction to Veterinary Technology 2 Examination (VTNE) the student must graduate VTCH 1225 Medical Terminology 2 from an American Veterinary Medical Association VTCH 1235 Animal Husbandry 4 (AVMA) accredited program. Vermilion’s program VTCH 1315 Medical Math 1 is AVMA accredited. The AVMA has specific VTCH 1345 Comparative Anatomy & Physiology 3 educational criteria which must be taught in a VTCH 1351 Pharmacology I 2 VTCH 1352 Pharmacology II 2 program and which must be learned by the VTCH 1355 Animal Behavior 2 student. In order to adequately cover the AVMA VTCH 2215 Clinical Pathology 3 specified educational criteria, Veterinary VTCH 2220 Veterinary Technician Internship 3 Technician A.A.S. degree programs average about VTCH 2225 Parasitology 3 72 credits nationally, and slightly higher in VTCH 2235 Disease and Preventative Care 2 Minnesota. Vermilion’s program includes 18 credits VTCH 2315 Veterinary Hospital Procedures 2 MnTC and 57 credits technical coursework in the VTCH 2325 Intro to Laboratory Animals/Exotics 2 field of Veterinary Technology. It is designed as a VTCH 2335 Introduction to Imaging 3 five-semester program, and includes an internship VTCH 2411 Small Animal Nursing I 4 VTCH 2412 Small Animal Nursing II 2 following the second full year of coursework. (or VTCH 2422 Large Animal Nursing II 2) Coursework is designed to be taken in sequence, VTCH 2421 Large Animal Nursing I 4 following the principle of learning about the normal, VTCH 2510 Surgical Nursing 4 healthy states of animals first. Subsequent VTCH 2530 Anesthesiology 2 coursework includes the study of disease, and then VTCH 2540 Emergency and Critical Care Nursing 2 finally, learning to assist the veterinarian in the VTCH 2570 Kennel/Shelter 2 diagnosis and treatment of disease in animals. VTCH 2590 National Exam Prep 2
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Law Enforcement and Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
CAOR 2255 Placement 1 Criminal Justice – Police Science CRJS 1412 Criminal Investigations 3 ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (60 credits) CRJS 2212 Criminal Evidence and Procedure 3 The Criminal Justice-Police Science A.S. degree CRJS 2213 Criminal Law/Statutes/Traffic Law 4 program prepares students for a career in criminal CRJS 2214 Critical Issues/Community Relations 3 justice/law enforcement, meeting the standards of CRJS 2220 LE and Resource Protection Internship 4 the Minnesota Board of Peace Officers Standards CSCI 1471 Computer Applications I 1 and Training (POST). Students who wish to become CSCI 1472 Computer Applications II 1 peace officers must complete a state-certified law ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 ENGL 1522 Report Writing 3 enforcement program. HLTH 1457 Tobacco, Alcohol and Drug Education 2 HLTH 1755 Emergency Medical Responder 3 Course # Course Title Credits MATH 1521 College Algebra 3 CAOR 2255 Placement 1 NRT 1211 Forest Field Skills 3 CRJS 1412 Criminal Investigations 3 NRT 1226 Principles of Wildlife Management 3 CRJS 2212 Criminal Evidence & Procedure 3 PHED 1525 Physical Fitness, Wellness & Nutrition 1 CRJS 2213 Criminal Law/Statutes/Traffic Law 4 PSYC 2551 General Psychology 3 CRJS 2214 Critical Issues/Community Relations 3 SOC 1451 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 SOC 1452 Crime and Delinquency 3 ENGL 1522 Report Writing 3 SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology 3 ESCI 1555 Environmental Science 3 SOC 1565 Social Problems 3 HLTH 1457 Tobacco, Alcohol & Drug Education 2 SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3 HLTH 1755 Emergency Medical Responder 3 WILD 1265 Intro to Wilderness/Park Management 3 MATH 1521 College Algebra 3 WILD 1420 Wilderness Topics 3 PSYC 2551 General Psychology 3 MnTC Goal Area 6 Course 3 SOC 1451 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 SOC 1452 Crime and Delinquency 3 SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology 3 Emergency Medical Services SOC 1565 Social Problems 3 SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3 CERTIFICATE (10 credits) MnTC Goal Area 5 – Group I 3 The Emergency Medical Services program trains MnTC Goal Area 6 - Humanities Elective 4 participants to be part of the nation’s Emergency MnTC Goal Area 6 – Elective 3 Medical System. Areas of study include scene control, patient assessment, triage, use of medical trauma situations. Emergency Medical Technician Wildland/Wildlife Law (EMT) certification requires hospital and Enforcement ambulance time, skill test competencies, 70% ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE passing scores on all sections of the National (72 credits) Registry Exam and fee payments. A tuberculin test The Wilderness/Wildlife Law Enforcement A.A.S. or X-ray clearance from a physician is required for degree program is designed to prepare students for the clinical portion of the training. Other several career tracks in natural resources law certification requirements include a minimum age of enforcement. Graduates will meet the academic 18 and an application process with a criminal requirements of MN POST, have the natural background check. (Consult the National Registry resource education necessary for careers with the for EMTs and the State of Minnesota EMS four federal land management agencies (BLM, NPS, Regulatory Board for specific requirements of EMT USFS, and USFWS), have fulfilled Articulation certification.) Agreement requirements and be prepared for the Course # Course Title Credits advanced academic work required in the pursuit of HLTH 1459 Wellness 3 a baccalaureate degree, and be eligible for the NPS HLTH 1765 Emergency Medical Technician 7 accredited Seasonal Park Law Enforcement Ranger (or HLTH 1755 Emergency Medical Responder 3 Training program for employment with the National and HLTH 1762 EMT Completion Course 4) Park Service.
Course # Course Title Credits BIOL 1255 Dendrology and Plant Biology 3
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Fireline Emergency Medical Board. It is the only integrated program in the state of Minnesota that prepares officers to perform law Technician (EMT) enforcement both in areas administered by the CERTIFICATE (18 credits) National Park Service (NPS) and as a Peace Officer The Fireline Emergency Medical Technician in the State of Minnesota. All successful graduates certificate trains participants to be part of the will be eligible to receive a Type II National Park nation’s Incident Management Team focused in the Service Law Enforcement Commission, and state Emergency Medical Services System. Successful candidates will be eligible to take the Minnesota students in this certificate will have the skills POST Exam. Since this is an integrated program necessary to seek employment as Emergency with the Department of the Interior for the National Medical Responders (EMRs) and Emergency Park Service and the MN Peace Officers Standards Medical Technicians (EMTs) in State and National and Training, additional certifications are received Fire and Incident Management Systems. The by successful graduates. program consists of Emergency Medical Responder and Emergency Medical Technician courses, as well Course # Course Title Credits as wildland fire training/mechanical skills and forest CRJS 2271 Enforcement Operations 3 field skills courses. Courses in search and rescue CRJS 2272 Legal Aspects 3 management and wilderness survival round out the CRJS 2273 Enforcement Techniques 4 certificate, providing graduates with the skills CRJS 2274 Enforcement Practical Skills 5 CRJS 2275 Behavioral Science 2 necessary for playing a successful and safe role on a CRJS 2276 Natural Resource Law 2 fire or natural disaster incident.
Course # Course Title Credits Wilderness Emergency Medical HLTH 1765 Emergency Medical Technician 7 (or HLTH 1755 Emergency Medical Responder 3 Services and HLTH 1762 EMT Completion Course 4) CERTIFICATE (16 credits) NRT 1211 Forest Field Skills 3 The Wilderness Emergency Medical Services NRT 1221 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills I 1 program trains participants to be part of the nation’s NRT 1222 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills II 1 Emergency Medical System. A wilderness emphasis NRT 1223 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills III 1 is placed on the following areas of study: scene PREC 1255 Search Management Systems 2 HLTH 1760 Fireline EMT Preparation 1 control, patient assessment, triage, use of standard equipment, transport concerns, legalities, and Restricted Electives – take two credits from list below: physiological theory related to medical trauma HLTH 1275 Wilderness First Responder 3 situations. Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) HLTH 1450 Technical Rescue I 2 certification requires a skills test competencies, 70% HLTH 1451 Technical Rescue II 2 passing scores on all sections of the National NRT 2257 Wildland Fire Control and Management 2 Registry Exam, and fee payments. PREC 1435 Wilderness Survival 2 Course # Course Title Credits HLTH 1275 Wilderness First Responder 3 Seasonal Park Law Enforcement (or HLTH 1755 Emergency Medical Responder 3) Ranger HLTH 1450 Technical Rescue I 2 CERTIFICATE (19 credits) HLTH 1451 Technical Rescue II 2 PREC 1255 Search Management Systems 2 Graduates of Vermilion’s Wildland/Wildlife Law PREC 1435 Wilderness Survival 2 Enforcement A.A.S. degree program or the Criminal Justice-Police Science A.S. degree Restricted Electives (to meet 16-credit minimum): program may take this program in the fall semester OUTL 1210 Backpack Expedition 2 after their graduation. This program is taught as a OUTL 1230 Canoe Expedition 2 semester-long academy, comprised of six integrated OUTL 1251 Outdoor Pursuits I 3 courses. Other students, transferring to Vermilion PHED 1315 Dogsledding 1 Community College with two-year or four-year PHED 1441 Rock Climbing 1 PHED 1459 Canoeing 1 degrees, may also apply to enroll. This program is PHED 1465 Winter Camping 1 approved by the Department of the Interior and MN PHED 1469 Backpacking 1 Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST)
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Course # Course Title Credits Environmental Science BIOL 1255 Dendrology and Plant Ecology 3 ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (60 credits) BIOL 1265 Introduction to Natural Resources 3 The Environmental Science A.S. degree program at BIOL 1541 College Biology I 4 Vermilion includes the broad range of science and BIOL 1542 College Biology II 4 mathematics courses necessary to ensure that BIOL 2449 Ecology/Management of North. Fishes 2 students are well-prepared for transfer into a 4-year BIOL 2455 Limnology 3 bachelor’s degree program in Environmental (or BIOL 2545 Ecology 3) Science. CHEM 1551 General Chemistry I 5 ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 ENGL 1512 College Composition II 3 Course # Course Title Credits (or ENGL 1522 Report Writing 3) BIOL 1541 College Biology I 4 MATH 1546 Introduction to Statistics 3 BIOL 1542 College Biology II 4 MATH 1557 Pre-calculus 5 ESCI 1555 Environmental Science 3 MATH 1561 Calculus I: Calculus/Analytic Geometry 5 CHEM 1551 General Chemistry I 4 NRT 1211 Forest Field Skills 3 CHEM 1552 General Chemistry II 4 NRT 1212 General Forestry 2 ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 NRT 1226 Principles of Wildlife Management 3 ENGL 1512 College Composition II 3 POLS 1556 American Government 3 GEOL 1557 Physical Geology 4 (or POLS 1557State and Local Government 3) MATH 1546 Introduction to Statistics 3 SPCH 1555 Introduction to Speech 3 MATH 1557 Pre-Calculus: College Algebra & Trig 5 (or SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3) MATH 1561 Calculus I: Calculus/Analytic Geometry 5 WSHD 2258 Soils and Hydrology 3 NRT 2315 Introduction to GIS 2 POLS 1555 Political Ideas and Institutions 3 (or POLS 1556 American Government 3 or POLS 1557 State and Local Government 3) Land Surveying SPCH 1555 Introduction to Speech 3 ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (60 credits) (or SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3) The Land Surveying A.S. degree program combines SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology 3 a strong historical focus on the Public Land Survey WQAL 1656 Environmental Compliance 3 System and the federal government’s survey of WSHD 2258 Soils and Hydrology 3 public lands, with the technology and issues facing present day land surveyors and technicians. Important elements of training necessary for Fisheries and Wildlife employment include basic mapping skills using Management coordinate grid systems of latitude/longitude, Public ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (60 credits) Land Survey System, and the Universal Transverse The Fisheries and Wildlife Management A.S. is Mercator System. Students will use a variety of GPS designed as a transfer program. A strong component models to gain skills in data acquisition and of field based courses early in the academic program computerized mapping. This is a transfer degree prepares students to be wildlife managers and program with fewer technical skills courses, and biologists. Courses included focus on basic field more general education courses to allow for a skills, knowledge of plant communities, wildlife smooth transfer into a bachelor’s degree program, species habitat requirements, and biological and and eventually licensing as a registered Land ecological concepts. This mix of field based courses, Surveyor. along with the mathematic and scientific rigor of this academic program allows students an Course # Course Title Credits opportunity to gain summer employment in the BIOL 1255 Dendrology and Plant Ecology 3 field, while continuing to make progress toward a 4- BIOL 1265 Introduction to Natural Resources 3 BIOL 1541 College Biology I 4 year degree. Students that complete both the ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 Fisheries and Wildlife Management A.S. degree ENGL 1522 Report Writing 3 program and the Wildlife Ecology Certificate ESCI 2220 Land Surveying Internship 1 qualify for North American Wildlife Technician ESCI 2236 Land Surveying 3 Association accreditation (www.nawta.org). Please GEOG 1555 Geography 3 notify your program coordinator if you intend to HUM 1555 Adventures in the Human Spirit 4 seek the NAWTA accreditation. MATH 1557 Pre-Calculus 5
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MATH 1561 Calculus I: Calculus/Analytic Geometry 5 the society of American Foresters with core content MATH 1562 Calculus II: Calculus/Analytic Geometry 5 emphasizing the skills necessary to be a forestry NRT 1211 Forest Field Skills 3 technician. The NRT degree program is also NRT 2315 Intro to GIS 2 accredited by the North American Wildlife PHIL 1555 Introduction to Logical Reasoning 3 Technician Association, for skills necessary to be a POLS 1556 American Government 3 SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology 3 wildlife technician. Please notify your program SPCH 1575 Intercultural Communication 3 coordinator if you intend to seek the NAWTA (or SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3) accreditation. An application to receive NAWTA accreditation must be completed with supporting The entire MnTC is imbedded in the program documentation prior to graduation. The NRT degree requirements. program is designed to maximize technical skills in natural resources, allowing students the best opportunity to work in that field after two years of Watershed Science education. ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (60 credits) The Watershed Science program is designed to Course # Course Title Credits prepare students for positions in field data BIOL 1255 Dendrology and Plant Ecology 3 collections, analysis, groundwater sampling, BIOL 1265 Introduction to Natural Resources 3 streamflow monitoring, and laboratory analysis. BIOL 1541 College Biology I 4 Graduates may elect to continue their education BIOL 1542 College Biology II 4 toward a baccalaureate degree. Optional field BIOL 2449 Ecology/Management of North. Fishes 2 experience, elected between the first and second ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 ESCI 2236 Land Surveying 3 years to enhance employability and demonstrate MATH 1521 College Algebra 3 work potential, is strongly recommended. (or MATH 1515 Survey of Math 3) NRT 1211 Forest Field Skills 3 Course # Course Title Credits NRT 1212 General Forestry 2 BIOL 1541 College Biology I 4 NRT 1221 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills I 1 BIOL 1542 College Biology II 4 NRT 1222 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills II 1 BIOL 2455 Limnology 3 NRT 1223 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills III 1 BIOL 2449 Ecology/Management of North. Fishes 2 NRT 1225 Natural Resources Careers 1 CHEM 1511 Fundamentals of College Chemistry 4 NRT 1226 Principles of Wildlife Management 3 (or CHEM 1551 General Chemistry I 4) NRT 2220 Forestry/Wildlife Internship 1 ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 NRT 2238 NR Measurements/Remote Sensing 4 ESCI 1559 Meteorology 3 NRT 2241 Forest Ecology and Silviculture 3 GEOL 1557 Physical Geology 4 NRT 2242 Silviculture II 4 MATH 1521 College Algebra 3 NRT 2248 Forest Products 1 MATH 1546 Introduction to Statistics 3 NRT 2251 Forest Measurements 2 NRT 1211 Forest Field Skills 3 NRT 2252 Wildlife Measurements 2 NRT 2315 Introduction to GIS 2 NRT 2256 Surveying and Mapping Techniques 2 POLS 1557 State and Local Government 3 NRT 2257 Wildland Fire Control and Management 2 SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology 3 NRT 2315 Intro to GIS 2 (or PHIL 1551 Intro to Ethics 3) WSHD 2258 Soils and Hydrology 3 WSHD 1255 Water Resource Field Visits 1 Any MnTC Course 3 WSHD 1258 Soils and Hydrology 3 WSHD 1656 Environmental Compliance 3 WSHD 2265 Water and Wastewater Analysis 5 Water Quality Science WSHD 2267 Watershed Management 3 ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (60 credits) Natural Resource Technology- The Water Quality Science program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions, with the Forestry/Wildlife potential and skills to advance to supervisory and ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE management positions in water operations, (67 credits) wastewater treatment, environmental laboratory The Natural Resource Technology- work, equipment maintenance, public health work, Forestry/Wildlife degree program is designed to and environmental engineering technical work. qualify graduates for positions at the technical level Upon completion of the degree, students are eligible in forestry, wildlife, and other related natural to take the Minnesota Class D Water and resource disciplines. The program is accredited by Wastewater Operators license examination.
59 Graduates may also elect to continue their education mathematics, geography, field skills, land toward baccalaureate degree. surveying, GIS, AutoCAD, and work in the surveying profession through an internship. The Course # Course Title Credits certificate does not replace an Associate of Science BIOL 1541 College Biology I 4 degree in Land Surveying for employment, but is BIOL 1542 College Biology II 4 designed as a sub-credential certificate of the Land BIOL 2455 Limnology 3 Surveying A.S. The benefit of the certificate is to CHEM 1511 Fundamentals of College Chemistry 4 enhance another degree earned and gain additional (or CHEM 1551 General Chemistry I 4) ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 experience with GIS, GPS, and applications of MATH 1521 College Algebra 3 mapping. Land Surveying A.S. students may want NRT 2315 Introduction to GIS 2 additional field experience in combination with their POLS 1557 State & Local Government 3 transfer degree, or students who are pursuing a PHIL 1551 Introduction to Ethics 3 Natural Resource Technology-Forestry/Wildlife (or SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology 3) A.A.S. may want the enhanced mathematical and WQAL 1255 Water Resource Field Visits 2 surveying application skills obtained through the WQAL 1257 System Hydraulics 3 Land Surveying Certificate curriculum to maximize WQAL 1651 Water Treatment 3 employment opportunities at the technician level. WQAL 1652 Wastewater Treatment 3 WQAL 1656 Environmental Compliance 3 WQAL 2220 Water Resources Internship 2 Course # Course Title Credits WQAL 2265 Water and Wastewater Analysis I 5 BIOL 1255 Dendrology and Plant Ecology 3 WQAL 2267 Watershed Management 3 ESCI 2220 Land Surveying Internship 1 WQAL 2269 Water & Wastewater Analysis II 3 ESCI 2236 Land Surveying 3 WSHD 2258 Soils & Hydrology 3 ESCI 2256 Surveying and Mapping Techniques 2 GEOG 1555 Geography 3 MATH 1521 College Algebra 3 Water Operations MATH 1555 Trigonometry & Analytic Geometry 3 NRT 1211 Forest Field Skills 3 DIPLOMA (34 credits) NRT 2315 Intro to GIS 2 The Water Operations Diploma is designed to prepare students for entry level positions, with the potential and skills to advance to supervisory and Wildlife Ecology management positions in water operations, CERTIFICATE (25 credits) wastewater treatment, environmental laboratory The Wildlife Ecology certificate recognizes work, equipment maintenance, public health work, specialization in subjects related to wildlife and environmental engineering technical work. resources. It is a combination of 25 credits in the Upon completion of this diploma, students are area of wildlife management and ecology. Students eligible to take the Class D Water and Wastewater can choose from a variety of courses unique to Operators license examination. Vermilion. The certificate does not replace a natural resource degree for employment in wildlife. This Course # Course Title Credits certificate has been designed as a sub-credential of BIOL 1541 College Biology I 4 the Natural Resource Technology-Forestry Wildlife BIOL 1542 College Biology II 4 A.A.S. degree program, and requires only six CAOR 2255 Placement 1 CHEM 1511 Fundamentals of College Chemistry 4 additional credits to complete both. With 14 of the (or CHEM 551 General Chemistry I 4) 25 credits built into the Fisheries and Wildlife CSCI 1471 Computer Applications I 1 Management A.S. degree program, completion of CSCI 1472 Computer Applications II 1 both that program and this certificate can be WQAL 1255 Water Resource Field Visits 2 achieved with only nine additional credits. WQAL 1257 System Hydraulics 3 Generally, an Associates degree is required to be WQAL 1651 Water Treatment 3 employed as an entry-level wildlife technician. The WQAL 1652 Wastewater Treatment 3 benefit of the certificate is to enhance an existing WQAL 1656 Environmental Compliance 3 degree and gain additional ecology, behavior, and WQAL 2265 Water & Wastewater Analysis I 5 animal identification coursework. The Wildlife Ecology certificate can benefit students enrolled in Land Surveying any of Vermilion’s environmental programs, and is CERTIFICATE (23 credits) a good way to get involved in the field and gain The Land Surveying Certificate includes a skills while preparing to enter the Natural Resource combination of 23 credits drawn from the areas of Technology-Forestry/Wildlife A.A.S. or the
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Fisheries and Wildlife Management A.S. Transfer NRT 2252 Wildlife Measurements 2 students may be interested in obtaining the certificate to enhance field skills and expose them to Four credits from Biology/Research courses below: environmental issues they will encounter BIOL 1445 Mammal Tracking 1 BIOL 1446 Field Biology* 2 throughout their professional careers. These field BIOL 1448 Wolf Research Practicum* 2 based courses may give any student an edge and the BIOL 1476 Intro to Ethology/Wolf Behavior* 2 experience needed to succeed in a competitive field. BIOL 2449 Ecology/Management North. Fishes* 2 Students that complete both the Fisheries and BIOL 2710 Independent Study 1-3 Wildlife Management A.S. and the Wildlife (or BIOL 2710 Independent Study 1-3) Ecology certificate qualify for North American Wildlife Technician Association (NAWTA) Four credits from Ecology/Behavior courses below: accreditation. BIOL 1448 Wolf Research Practicum* 2 BIOL 1465 Intro to Wolf and Deer Ecology* 1 Course # Course Title Credits BIOL 1466 Introduction to Black Bear Ecology* 1 BIOL 1255 Dendrology and Plant Ecology 3 BIOL 1467 Beaver Ecology* 1 BIOL 1265 Introduction to Natural Resources 3 BIOL 1468 Moose Ecology* 1 (or WILD 1265 Intro to Wilderness Management 3) BIOL 1476 Intro to Ethology & Wolf Behavior* 2 NRT 1211 Forest Field Skills 3 BIOL 2710 Independent Study 1-3 NRT 1221 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills I 1 (or BIOL 2710 Independent Study 1-3) NRT 2315 Introduction to GIS 3 NRT 1226 Principles of Wildlife Management 3 * For NAWTA accreditation, select from these courses.
Outdoor Recreation and Wilderness
Outdoor Leadership OUTL 1230 Canoe Expedition 2 OUTL 1245 Leave No Trace Trainer Certification 1 ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (60 credits) OUTL 1251 Outdoor Pursuits I 3 The Outdoor Leadership program is designed to OUTL 1252 Outdoor Pursuits II 3 give students academic and technical knowledge in OUTL 2210 Theory/Practice Teaching Paddlesports 3 the field of outdoor leadership, while recognizing OUTL 2220 Outdoor Leadership Internship 1 the specialized subjects of outdoor education, OUTL 2250 Outdoor Leadership Capstone 3 experiential education, and wilderness leadership. PHIL 1551 Introduction to Ethics 3 Students choose from a variety of courses unique to PREC 1241 Intro to Recreation, Parks & Tourism 3 PREC 2256 Recreation Programming 3 Vermilion. Successful students in this program gain SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology 3 fundamental skills in the planning, delivery, and SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3 assessment of outdoor leadership programming. (or SPCH 1555 Introduction to Speech 3) These skills will aid them in gaining employment in MnTC Goal Area 3, 6, or 8 (any 3 credit course) 3 the fields of adventure education, experiential MnTC Goal Area 5 Group I 3 education, guiding or instructing in outdoor pursuits, wilderness and backcountry travel, adventure tourism, and backcountry recreation. This Outdoor Recreation Therapy degree program can also be used to augment the ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (60 credits) transcript of transfer students planning to pursue Today an increasing number of people enjoy teaching licensure as it is becoming more common outdoor pursuits, and people with disabilities are for schools to employ adventure education among the more active and engaged outdoor programming in their curriculum. recreationists. The Outdoor Recreation Therapy A.S. degree program provides students with a Course # Course Title Credits rewarding education and skill-set to serve the BIOL 1541 College Biology I 4 disabled community in an outdoor recreation ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 context. Students will learn to work with and ENGL 1512 College Composition II 3 understand adaptive techniques for people ESCI 1555 Environmental Science 3 experiencing various disabilities. Students will learn HLTH 1275 Wilderness First Responder 3 to apply adaptive activities to provide outdoor HLTH 1449 Lifeguarding 1 MATH 1515 Survey of Math 3 recreational activities for people experiencing (or MATH 1521 College Algebra 3) physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychological OUTL 1210 Backpack Expedition 2 disabilities. Recreation participants’ needs,
61 limitations, assessment, and possibilities are Red Cross, and Center for Outdoor Ethics are of examined in order to lead and facilitate outdoor particular interest to employers and what makes this activities such as paddlesports, backcountry travel, program stand out. skiing, and rock climbing. The curriculum also examines various adaptive outdoor programs, Course # Course Title Credits legislation, and current practices, as well as includes ART 2525 Wilderness Digital Photography 3 hands-on experience with adaptive recreation BIOL 1255 Dendrology and Plant Ecology 3 ESCI 1555 Environmental Science 3 service providers. ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 HLTH 1275 Wilderness First Responder 3 Course # Course Title Credits HLTH 1449 Lifeguarding 1 BIOL 2551 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 HLTH 1450 Technical Rescue I 2 BIOL 2552 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 HLTH 1451 Technical Rescue II 2 ESCI 1555 Environmental Science 3 OUTL 1210 Backpack Expedition 2 ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 OUTL 1230 Canoe Expedition 2 ENGL 1522 Report Writing 3 OUTL 1245 Leave No Trace Trainer Certification 1 HLTH 1275 Wilderness First Responder 3 OUTL 1251 Outdoor Pursuits I 3 HUM 1555 Adventures in the Human Spirit 4 OUTL 1252 Outdoor Pursuits II 3 MATH 1555 Survey of Math 3 OUTL 1255 Intro to Outdoor Recreation Therapy 3 (or MATH 1521 College Algebra 3) OUTL 2210 Theory /Practice Teaching Paddlesports 3 OUTL 1245 Leave No Trace Trainer Certification 1 OUTL 2220 Outdoor Leadership Internship 2 OUTL 1251 Outdoor Pursuits I 3 OUTL 2250 Outdoor Leadership Capstone 3 OUTL 1255 Intro to Outdoor Rec. Therapy 3 OUTL 2255 Adaptive Techniques / Outdoor Pursuits 3 OUTL 2220 Outdoor Leadership Internship 1 PREC 1241 Intro to Recreation, Parks & Tourism 3 OUTL 2255 Adaptive Techniques/Outdoor Pursuits 3 PREC 1252 Environmental Interpretation/Education 3 PHIL 1551 Introduction to Ethics 3 PREC 1435 Wilderness Survival 2 PREC 1241 Intro to Recreation, Parks & Tourism 3 PREC 2256 Recreation Programming 3 PREC 2256 Recreation Programming 3 SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3 PSYC 2551 General Psychology 3 SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology 3 SOC 1565 Social Problems 3 SPCH 1555 Introduction to Speech 3 Wilderness and Park Management (or SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication 3) ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (60 credits) The A.A.S. degree in Wilderness and Park Outdoor Leadership Professional Management is designed to provide the academic ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE and experiential background to qualify students for (60 credits) entry level positions in the management of protected The A.A.S. degree in Outdoor Leadership gives lands. The curriculum addresses the history, students a solid and broad foundation in the field. attitudes, philosophy, legal foundations, and Outdoor Leadership professionals need a strong ecosystem and human benefits of protected lands in technical outdoor skill-set and broad understanding the United States and beyond. This framework is of a wide range of potential participants in their supplemented by the hands-on skills and programs. This degree option delivers both. certifications necessary for the planning, Students spend purposeful time developing and maintenance and interpretive elements of honing outdoor skills such as paddling, rock management. Students will also learn about the climbing, winter camping, backpacking, wilderness Federal and state agencies and non-profit medicine, backcountry travel, and Leave No Trace organizations which play vital roles in land ethics. Additionally, the program offers experiential management. Through collaborative field and classroom instruction in leadership, adventure experiences with such agencies as the U.S. Forest education, risk management, and decision-making, Service, National Park Service and Minnesota State all aimed at serving diverse populations of Parks, students gain a realistic perspective of land participants. Graduates will be prepared to lead management occupations and the professional groups including youth, at-risk populations, people preparation necessary to enter the field. with disabilities, and adults in a wide range of outdoor pursuits. The professional certifications and Course # Course Title Credits assessments embedded in the curriculum and ART 1425 Environmental Design 3 awarded through Wilderness Medical Associates, BIOL 1255 Dendrology and Plant Ecology 3 BIOL 1541 College Biology I 4 The American Canoe Association, The American ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4
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ESCI 1555 Environmental Science 3 leadership A.S. and Wilderness and Park A.A.S. at GEOL 1557 Physical Geology 4 Vermilion. There are two distinct topic areas that a (or HIST 1566 American History II 4) student may pursue. The Outdoor Leadership topic HLTH 1275 Wilderness First Responder 3 area is designed for those students who wish to MATH 1555 Survey of Math 3 pursue opportunities relating to wilderness and (or MATH 1521 College Algebra 3) NRT 1211 Forest Field Skills 3 outdoor adventure leadership while the Naturalist NRT 1221 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills I 1 Guide topic area is designed for those who wish to NRT 1222 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills II 1 pursue opportunities relating to environmental NRT 1223 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills III 1 interpretation and education. This certificate is NRT 2315 Intro to GIS 2 embedded in the Outdoor Leadership A.S. degree. It OUTL 1251 Outdoor Pursuits I 3 also serves to augment other degrees at Vermilion PREC 1252 Environmental Interpretation/Education 3 such as Wilderness and Park Management A.S., PREC 1255 Search Management Systems 2 Fisheries and Wildlife Management A.S., Natural PREC 2220 Wilderness/Park Management Internship 3 Resources Technology-Forestry/Wildlife A.A.S., PREC 2256 Recreation Programing 3 PREC 1435 Wilderness Survival 2 Water Quality Science A.A.S., Watershed Science WILD 1265 Intro to Wilderness/Park Management 3 A.S., Wildland/Wildlife Law Enforcement A.A.S., WILD 1271 Wilderness/Park Maintenance & Oprtns 4 and the Liberal Arts and Sciences A.A. WILD 1420 Wilderness Topics 3 WSHD 2258 Soils and Hydrology 3 Course # Course Title Credits HLTH 1275 Wilderness First Responder 3 Additional Requirements OUTL 1245 Leave No Trace Trainer Certification 1 (One or more credits from each of the two areas, to OUTL 1251 Outdoor Pursuits I 3 equal four total credits) OUTL 2250 Outdoor Leadership Capstone 3 PREC 1241 Intro to Recreation, Parks & Tourism 3 Outdoor Travel: (or WILD 1265 Intro to Wilderness Management 3)
OUTL 1210 Backpack Expedition 2 OUTL 1230 Canoe Expedition 2 Topic Areas OUTL 1250 Coastal Kayak Expedition 2 (3 credits required, from one or both areas) PHED 1315 Dogsledding 1 PHED 1457 Sea Kayaking 1 Outdoor Leadership Topic Area Courses: PHED 1459 Canoeing 1 HLTH 1449 Lifeguarding 1 PHED 1465 Winter Camping 1 HLTH 1450 Technical Rescue I 2 PHED 1469 Backpacking 1 HLTH 1451 Technical Rescue II 2 OUTL 1210 Backpack Expedition 2 Natural History: OUTL 1230 Canoe Expedition 2 BIOL 1445 Mammal Tracking 1 OUTL 1252 Outdoor Pursuits II 3 BIOL 1446 Field Biology 2 OUTL 2210 Theory/ Practice Teaching Paddlesports 3 BIOL 1465 Introduction to Wolf/Deer Ecology 1 OUTL 2220 Outdoor Leadership Internship 1 BIOL 1466 Black Bear Ecology 1 PHED 1315 Dogsledding 1 BIOL 1467 Beaver Ecology 1 PHED 1429 Shotgun Sports 1 BIOL 1468 Moose Ecology 1 PHED 1441 Rock Climbing 1 BIOL 2449 Ecology/Management of North. Fishes 2 PHED 1457 Sea Kayaking 1 PHED 1459 Canoeing 1 PHED 1465 Winter Camping 1 Backcountry Guide PHED 1469 Backpacking 1 CERTIFICATE (16 credits) The Backcountry Guide Certificate consists of 16 Naturalist Guide Topic Area Courses: BIOL 1445 Mammal Tracking 1 credits of outdoor leadership, parks and recreation, BIOL 1446 Field Biology 2 wilderness, physical education, biology, and health BIOL 1465 Introduction to Wolf/Deer Ecology 1 courses. The certificate is designed to give students BIOL 1466 Black Bear Ecology 1 academic and technical knowledge related to the BIOL 1467 Beaver Ecology 1 field of guiding trips, excursions, and recreational BIOL 1468 Moose Ecology 1 activities in a backcountry or wilderness setting. BIOL 2449 Ecology/Management North. Fishes 2 Students can choose from a wide variety of courses unique to Vermilion Community College. This certificate is intended to complement another degree in a student’s training and education. This certificate has been designed as a sub-credential of the Outdoor
63 Outdoor Leadership CERTIFICATE (30 credits) The Outdoor Leadership Certificate consists of the 30 core credits included in the Outdoor Leadership A.S. degree, in the disciplines of outdoor leadership, parks and recreation, and health. The certificate is designed to give students academic and technical knowledge related to the field of outdoor leadership and recognizes the specialization related to subjects in outdoor leadership. Students can choose from a wide variety of courses unique to Vermilion Community College. This certificate is intended to complement another degree in a student’s training and education and is not intended to replace the Outdoor Leadership A.S. at Vermilion. It is generally recognized that students wanting to be employed in Outdoor Leadership have at least a two-year degree. Transfer students may wish to pursue the Outdoor Leadership Certificate to gain leadership and teaching experience as well as outdoor technical skills that they may employ in related fields such as natural resources and recreation management, teaching, and business.
Course # Course Title Credits HLTH 1275 Wilderness First Responder 3 OUTL 1210 Backpack Expedition 2 OUTL 1230 Canoe Expedition 2 OUTL 1245 Leave No Trace Trainer Certification 1 OUTL 1251 Outdoor Pursuits I 3 OUTL 1252 Outdoor Pursuits II 3 OUTL 2210 Theory/ Practice Teaching Paddlesports 3 OUTL 2250 Outdoor Leadership Capstone 3 PHED 1441 Rock Climbing 1 PREC 1241 Intro to Recreation, Parks & Tourism 3 PREC 2256 Recreation Programming 3
Restricted Electives (3 credits required): ART 1435 Canoe Paddle Building 2 ART 1445 Kayak Paddle Building 1 HLTH 1449 Lifeguarding 1 HTLH 1450 Technical Rescue I 2 PHED 1315 Dogsledding 1 PHED 1459 Canoeing 1 PHED 1465 Winter Camping 1
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Chapter 8: Course Descriptions
ART/ARCH 1425 Environmental Design ACCOUNTING 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) This course covers the elements, principles, and processes ACCT 2691 Financial Accounting of visual design as a foundation for environmental design. 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) Emphasis is on the development of creativity and skills This is a practical accounting course which stresses basic through the application of theory and techniques in a principles of accounting and reinforces those principles series of two and three dimensional design projects as with illustrations, examples, and correlated problems. applied to environmental design fields of planning, urban Financial accounting concepts are covered from a “user” design, landscape architecture, architecture, and interior perspective and the focus is on the application of these design. concepts in a real-world environment. The central theme Prerequisite(s): None emphasizes how economic information is identified, measured, and communicated. Topics given special emphasis are debits and credits, the accounting cycle, end ART of cycle procedures, payroll records and taxes, control systems, evaluations of current assets, accruals and ART 1435 Canoe Paddle Building deferrals, and current liabilities. 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Studio Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and This course will introduce the student to the art of canoe MATH 0094 or placement above paddle creation. The student will also gain an understanding of how to safely use various hand and ACCT 2692 Managerial Accounting power tools. 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) Prerequisite(s): None This course begins by completing the Financial Accounting material by covering the Statement of Cash ART 1445 Kayak Paddle Building Flows and Financial Statement Analysis. The majority of 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Studio Hours: 1) the semester will be spent focusing on strategic decision- This course will introduce the student to the art of making related to cost analysis and cost management. Greenland kayak paddle creation. The student will also Topics given special emphasis include: job order and gain an understanding of how to safely use various hand process costing, cost behavior and cost-volume-profit and power tools. analysis, budgeting, and management performance Prerequisite(s): None evaluation. The focus is on the use of information in an accounting system. ART 1515 Introduction to Studio Art Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2691 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) This is an introductory course that explores concepts, materials and techniques used in the visual arts. Students ANTHROPOLOGY are introduced to the elements and principles of aesthetic language through lectures that include art theory and ANTH 1525 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology criticism. This is a basic course designed to provide a 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) foundation for all art studio courses, and is recommended This course is a survey of human cultural development as an introduction to the art field and creative process for from the beginning of human history to the present. all students. Ancient, Preliterate, and modern societies are compared Prerequisite(s): None and contrasted. MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and ENGL 0092 or placement above ART 1521 Art History I MnTC Goal Areas: 5 Grp II & 8 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) Art History provides the setting and context for a work of ARCHITECTURE art and helps us understand the artist and the circumstances in which the work was created. This course ART/ARCH 1415 Intro to Landscape Architecture is a survey of art and architecture from the Paleolithic 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) period through the seventeenth century. This course is a survey of introductory theories, Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and methods and practice of landscape architecture. Basic ENGL 0092 or placement above design principles are explored in graphic representations MnTC Goal Areas: 6 Grp I & 8 using traditional drawing media; computer generated designs, and combined field research projects and/or ART 1522 Art History II presentations. 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) Prerequisite(s): None Art History provides the setting and context for a work of art and helps us understand the artist and the circumstances in which the work was created. This course
65 looks at art and architecture from the eighteenth, ART 1546 Ceramics-Wheelwork nineteenth and twentieth centuries. 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Studio Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and This course is an introduction to ceramic wheelwork. ENGL 0092 or placement above Techniques covered include throwing on the wheel, MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp I decoration, glazing and firing. Students will also be introduced to a variety of historical and contemporary ART 1525 Art Appreciation wheelwork through lectures that introduce the elements 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) and principles of aesthetic language and include art theory This is an introductory survey of human creativity and and criticism concerns of sculptural, as well as, functional expression in the visual arts. This lecture-based course wheel thrown clay forms. will examine both fine and applied arts from a wide Prerequisite(s): None spectrum of human history and world cultures. MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and ENGL 0092 or placement above ART 1547 Introduction to Sculpture MnTC Goal Areas: 6 Grp I & 8 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Studio Hours: 2) This studio course introduces students to creative, three- ART 1531 Drawing dimensional problem solving. Students will examine 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Studio Hours: 2) form, space, and materials through additive and This is an introduction to drawing fundamentals using subtractive techniques. Sculpture will be presented in traditional black and white media. One-half of this course historical and contemporary context, enabling the student focuses on perceptual abilities and the use of line, value, to build a 3-D vocabulary. Lectures introduce the space, proportion and composition; the other half on elements and principles of aesthetic language and include meaning, expression and creativity. Students are the art theory and criticism concerns of sculptural forms. introduced to the elements and principles of aesthetic Prerequisite(s): None language through lectures that include art theory, criticism MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III and historical/contemporary drawing examples. This course is required for art majors and recommended to ART 1565 Special Topics in Art others as an introduction to the fine arts. 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Studio Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): None This course is an in-depth investigation in a studio setting MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III of selected topics in the visual arts. Issues of current and historical interests, methods, and techniques are ART 1535 Introduction to Video and the Moving addressed. Topics will vary in accordance with changes in Image student needs and interests. The course is intended for 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Studio Hours: 2) students interested in art for career opportunities as well This course is an introduction to video/audio production as personal growth and self-expression. The title of this for digital media/multimedia that examines the diverse course may differ depending on the topic being covered ways moving images are used in the fine arts, short film when the course is offered. and cinema. Students will become familiar with basic Prerequisite(s): None field production and editing techniques while exploring MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III the varied ways moving images are used for individual expression, entertainment, social and intellectual inquiry. ART 2525 Wilderness Digital Photography Through screenings, discussions and critiques students 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Studio Hours: 2) will develop abilities of conceptualization, interpretation, The course will cover the fundamentals of digital and evaluation of video based art. Students must have a photography with emphasis on basic working knowledge of Windows or Mac platform. techniques/applications for the wilderness and outdoor Prerequisite(s): None environment including composition and presentation. It MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III includes a survey of history, theory and concepts of art as it relates to the practical principles of photography in the ART 1545 Ceramics - Handbuilding digital era. This introductory course is a web-based course 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Studio Hours: 2) designed for self-motivated students who are comfortable This course is an introduction to hand-built ceramic art. with personal computers, the Internet and interested in Techniques covered include hand construction methods, experiencing the outdoors. The course includes a surface decoration, glazing and firing. Students will also minimum of 15 hours for the outdoor experiential be introduced to a wide variety of both historical and component that must be completed within the course time contemporary clay work through lectures that introduce frame. Documentation of the experiential lab component the elements and principles of aesthetic language and will be verified by the instructor or comparable delegate include art theory and criticism concerns of sculptural, as if field work is completed through a prearranged alternate well as, functional hand built clay forms. project. A digital camera and computer with specific Prerequisite(s): None photo editing software are required. MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III Prerequisite(s): Working knowledge of Windows or Macintosh platform. MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III
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ART 2535 Painting field identification of major trees, shrubs and herbs of 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Studio Hours: 2) Minnesota. The major characteristics of commercial This course is an introduction to painting with water- forest tree species are included as well. Field trips to local based media. It presents a variety of traditional and plant communities are used to illustrate various aspects of innovative concepts, techniques, and approaches to plant ecology. painting. Students explore color, composition and Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and expression supported by lectures that introduce the ENGL 0092 or placement above elements and principles of aesthetic language and include MnTC Goal Area: 3 art theory and criticism. Prerequisite(s): None BIOL 1265 (NRT 1265) Introduction to Natural MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III Resources 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) ART 2545 Airbrush Techniques This course provides an understanding of past and present 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Studio Hours: 2) natural resource management legislation, policy, values Airbrush introduces students to the history, the aesthetic and issues impacted by the social and resource demands and ethical issues, technical skills, and processes available of society. Students will examine traditional and current to the artist while utilizing an airbrush. Creative economic, ethical, scientific and ecological principles and possibilities and practical applications will be explored apply them to current issues of renewable resource along with details on how paints and pigmentation work, management locally, nationally, and globally. color theory, tips on airbrush usage, accessories and Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and maintenance. The range of projects will progress from ENGL 0092 or placement above basic operation, masking methods and freehand MnTC Goal Area: 10 illustration to advanced airbrush effects. Students are introduced to the basic design principles in class projects BIOL 1445 (NRT 1445) Mammal Tracking using both B/W and color mediums. Airbrush emphasizes 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) both creative and technical applications for areas such as This course uses field-based projects to familiarize the illustration, commercial art, taxidermy, and automotive student with the common mammals of northern applications. Minnesota and the identification and interpretation of Prerequisite(s): None their tracks. It covers basic mammal life histories, habitat MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III use and predator prey interactions. Prerequisite(s): None ART 2555 Raku Ceramics 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Studio Hours: 1) BIOL 1446 (NRT 1446) Field Biology Raku is a course in low-temperature ceramics, which uses 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) quick firing techniques for porous clay bodies. This This is a field-oriented course covering a broad range of course will cover the history, clay forming, decorating, data collection techniques in ecology, forestry and and finishing methods for Raku. Students will design and wildlife. Plant and wildlife sign identification are included construct forms based on hand building and/or wheel- as well as an introduction to basic map and compass skills. throwing techniques and participate in glaze mixing and Prerequisite(s): None firing. Students will also be introduced to a variety of historical and contemporary Raku works through lectures BIOL 1448 Wolf Research Practicum that introduce the elements and principles of aesthetic 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) language and include art theory and criticism concerns of This is a field-oriented course designed to provide the sculptural, as well as, functional clay forms. student with practical hands-on experience in the Prerequisite(s): Previous or concurrent college level art objectives and techniques of modern wolf research, course or instructor permission including study design, data collection and analysis. MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III Training and orientation to basic wolf ecology, behavior, physiology and habitat requirements will also be ART 2710 Independent Study - Art emphasized. 1 to 3 credits Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1465 or NRT 1211 This course is an opportunity to complete an independent project under faculty supervision. BIOL 1458 Wetlands Ecology Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor and Provost after a 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) special petition has been filed. This is an introductory course on the distribution and nature of wetlands. The course emphasis will be on northern wetlands including bogs, swamps, marshes, and BIOLOGY will cover wetland characteristics, plant and animal inhabitants and the role of wetlands in flood control, BIOL 1255 Dendrology and Plant Ecology pollution filtration and wildlife habitat. Content related to 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) Minnesota Board of Water and Soils wetland delineation This course is an introductory course in the structure and certification will be addressed. Students are encouraged to function of plants, which includes a heavy emphasis on advance their knowledge in wetland delineation training
67 and complete the in-training exam. imagery/video observations of wild wolf behavior, Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1255 research of existing ethograms and field activities including observing and recording behavioral data from BIOL 1465 Introduction to Wolf and Deer Ecology cooperating captive facilities. 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1465 This course covers the basic principles of wolf and deer ecology and includes lectures on life history, predator- BIOL 1541 College Biology I prey interactions, social structures, physiology, 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) behavioral interactions and communication. Wolf and This is an integrated introductory course covering the deer research techniques will be introduced. basic principles by which all living organisms operate. Prerequisite(s): None Topics include the origin of life, natural selection and evolution, the chemical basis of life, cell theory and cell BIOL 1466 Black Bear Ecology functions, introductory genetics, DNA structure and 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) protein synthesis, and introductory ecology. This course covers the basic principles of black bear Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above. A high ecology, including lectures on life history, food habits, school chemistry is recommended. physiology, social behavior, current research and MnTC Goal Area: 3 management. The role of bears in early cultures and bear species of the world will be addressed. This course BIOL 1542 College Biology II includes discussions with bear management agencies both 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) government and non-government organizations. The course is an application of biology fundamentals to Prerequisite(s): None the animal and plant kingdoms through lectures, discussions and laboratory exercises. Emphasis is placed BIOL 1467 Beaver Ecology on the structures, functions and adaptations of the various 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) taxonomic groups of plants and animals. This course is an in-depth look at the beaver with an Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1541 emphasis on its ecology in the northern forest. Classroom MnTC Goal Area: 3 and field activities will investigate the impacts of beaver on stream ecology, fisheries, riparian vegetation and plant BIOL 1545 Fundamentals of College Biology community succession. Physical and behavioral 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) adaptations to life in an aquatic environment will be This course is an introduction to biological principles covered. Current issues in research and management will designed for non-science majors. Topics include scientific be discussed. method, introductory chemistry of life, cells and cell Prerequisite(s): None processes, DNA and genetics, ecology and ecosystems, and current topics. BIOL 1468 Moose Ecology Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) MnTC Goal Area: 3 This course covers the basic principles of moose ecology including lectures on population dynamics, census BIOL 1555 (ESCI 1555) Environmental Science techniques, habitat analysis, and physiology. Field 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) assignments help students investigate habitat, conduct This course is an introduction to basic characteristics of tracking surveys, and relate forest succession to moose the natural world and an exploration of how natural population dynamics. systems affect and are affected by the social and Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and technological human environment. Students will examine ENGL 0092 or placement above the environmental consequences of selected lifestyle choices in practical and simulated experiences outside of BIOL 1469 Boreal Forest Ecology class. 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and This course covers the ecology of northern systems with a MATH 0092 or placement above focus on the boreal forest of northern Minnesota. Northern MnTC Goal Areas: 3 & 10 flora, fauna and the influence of landform will be emphasized, including historical change and present-day BIOL 2449 Ecology and Management of Northern management issues. Fishes Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) An introductory course on the ecology and management BIOL 1476 Introduction to Ethology - Wolf Behavior of fish with an emphasis on local habitats and species 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) within the Northern Forest regions. Topics include habitat This course covers the basic principles of animal behavior types, fish anatomical and behavioral characteristics, including: behavioral development, stimuli and population dynamics, fisheries management, and exotic communication, motivation, learned versus instinctual species. behavior, social organization, and the adaptability and Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1541 or BIOL 1545 evolution of behavior. Emphasis will be placed on
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BIOL 2455 Limnology 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) BUSINESS This course is a lecture and lab-based examination of the structure and function of freshwater ecosystems with an BUS 1455 Introduction to Entrepreneurship emphasis on the relationships among physical, chemical, 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) and biological properties of lakes. Applications to wise This course is designed to explore attributes of successful use of water resources will be covered. entrepreneurs and prepare students to start a business. In Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1541 or BIOL 1545 this course, potential small business owners will gain a MnTC Goal Area: 3 better understanding of what it takes to start and manage a small business. Sample topics to be explored include: BIOL 2525 Microbiology the foundations of entrepreneurship, profiling the target 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) customer, reading and beating the competition, building a This is a beginning course in the study of microorganisms, winning team, developing and analyzing financial designed to acquaint the student with various forms of statements, legal aspects of owning a business and bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Morphology, life cycles, creating a successful business plan. metabolism, and common pathogenic microorganisms are Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0091 or placement above, MATH stressed, with some focus directed toward veterinary 0092 or placement above, and READ 0092 or placement microorganisms. above Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1541 or 1545 MnTC Goal Area: 3 BUS 1655 Introduction to Business 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) BIOL 2545 Ecology This course examines the role and function of business 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) enterprise within the United States economic framework. This course covers interrelationships of plants and This includes a global perspective of business, the animals, ecosystems concepts, distribution of biotic impending changes in business, organizational structures, communities and application of ecological principles to marketing, human resources and economics. This course environmental problems. The basic concepts of ecology is designed primarily for students interested in a career in are presented with main emphasis on ecosystem the field of business. components and functions. Field activities and data Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and analysis outside of class will support selected lecture ENGL 0092 or placement above topics. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1541 or BIOL 1545 BUS 2220 Business Internship MnTC Goal Area: 3 1 to 3 credits (Lab Hours: 80 hours per credit) This course consists of on-the-job training in a business BIOL 2551 Human Anatomy and Physiology I establishment. This is an opportunity for the student to 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) learn the functional organization of business, to apply This is an introductory overview of human anatomy and classroom theory to hands-on learning experiences, and to physiology. Part of a two-semester sequence, Biology participate in the total merchandising/service process. 2551 includes discussion of the cellular and tissue levels Students will be expected to complete 80 hours of on-the- of organization in the human body and the structures and site work for each credit taken. The instructor/coordinator functions of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and will oversee associated academic coursework. nervous systems. Prerequisite(s): Business Program instructor approval, Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above 2.0 GPA MnTC Goal Area: 3 BUS 2655 Legal Environment of Business BIOL 2552 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) This course is an introduction to the legal terminology, This is a completion of the two-course sequence in human concepts, and principles of the legal system including our anatomy and physiology. Biology 2552 includes study of court system, contracts, sales, employer/employee the endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, urinary, relationships, and insurance. digestive and reproductive systems. Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above ENGL 0092 or placement above MnTC Goal Area: 3 BUS 2660 Principles of Marketing BIOL 2710 Independent Study - Biology 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) 1 to 3 credits This course provides an overview of marketing with This course is an opportunity to complete an independent emphasis on pricing, purchasing, advertising, sales project under faculty supervision. promotion, physical distribution, and consumer behavior Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor and Provost after a as they relate to marketing. We explore traditional special petition has been filed. marketing strategies along with digital marketing strategies.
69 Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and This is the first course in a two-semester sequence that ENGL 0092 or placement above examines the basic theories and principles of chemistry. The emphasis will be on science and the scientific method, BUS 2675 Principles of Management atomic and molecular structure, bonding, periodicity, 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) states of matter, stoichiometry, acids and bases, gases, and A survey of management practices and approaches in molecular geometry. Laboratory activities will emphasize different public and private organizations. Includes a the skills of observation, data collection, and report study of methods and dynamics used by managers. writing. Management effectiveness will be examined, focusing Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and on knowledge and skills. Assessments will be made of MATH 0094 or placement above. High school chemistry how work is accomplished by employing different is recommended. management practices, systems, and skills. MnTC Goal Area: 3 Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and ENGL 0092 or placement above CHEM 1552 General Chemistry II 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) BUS 2710 Independent Study - Business This course is a continuation of General Chemistry I and 1 to 3 credits the coverage of the basic theories and concepts of This course is an opportunity to complete an independent chemistry for science disciplines. Topics include an project under faculty supervision. introduction to organic and polymer chemistry, Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor and Provost after a intermolecular forces and the chemistry of solutions, special petition has been filed. kinetics, nuclear chemistry, weak acid/base and solubility equilibria, chemical thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. Lab work addresses the topics covered CAREER ORIENTATION in the classroom as well as the qualitative analysis of selection cations and anions. CAOR 1445 Career Exploration Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1551 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) MnTC Goal Area: 3 This course is designed to help students learn about the career development process and assess their own skills, interests, and values in relation to career satisfaction. COMPUTER SCIENCE Students will take several career, interest, and personality inventories and will utilize resources to help them plan an CSCI 1471 Computer Applications I educational and career path. 1 credits (Lecture Hours: 1) Prerequisite(s): None This course will focus on building techniques suitable for creating standard forms of documents and CAOR 2255 Placement communications by using common word processors 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) while utilizing the full capabilities of the software, Job placement will prepare the student for pursuing whether PC-based or web-based. employment in any field of interest. Provides practical Prerequisite(s): None exercises in job seeking skills such as interviewing, identifying potential employers, locating employment CSCI 1472 Computer Applications II vacancies, preparing a competitive resume or application. 1 credits (Lecture Hours: 1) This course is designed to optimize employment potential This course focuses on data and information for both temporary and permanent positions. management via spreadsheets. Students will learn to Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and create and use spreadsheets in a manner that will ENGL 0092 or placement above facilitate applied problem solving and analysis. Emphasis is on effective utilization of the software capabilities to help students from various disciplines CHEMISTRY with accurate, efficient, and flexible applied problem solving using spreadsheets, charts, and graphs. CHEM 1511 Fundamentals of College Chemistry Prerequisite(s): MATH 0092 (or currently enrolled), or 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) placement above This is a course in the basic principles of chemistry for non-science majors. Topics include basic problem solving, metric system, atomic theory, energy, and the COUNSELING impact of these on our lives and our environment. Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and CNSL 1424 Peer Leadership MATH 0092 or placement above 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) MnTC Goal Area: 3 This course teaches skills in developing peer programs focusing on social educational topics pertinent to college CHEM 1551 General Chemistry I students today. Topics may include areas such as sexual 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) health and responsibility, chemical use, emotional health, and political issues. Students may take this course up to
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four times. Professional Peace Officers Education Program prior to Prerequisite(s): None taking this course.
CNSL 1466 College Life CRJS 2220 Law Enforcement and Resource 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) Protection Internship College Life is designed to promote academic and 1-6 Credits (Lab Hours: 80 hours per credit) personal success in college. Students will identify factors This course provides structure to a work experience with that impact student success and will learn effective an agency or department related to this career field. This strategies to advance academic success and personal internship will offer the opportunity to learn from on-the- growth. job experience in law enforcement, land management and Prerequisite(s): None natural resource protection while evaluating skills for career preparation. Students will be expected to complete 80 hours of on-the-site work for each credit taken. This CRIMINAL JUSTICE course may be repeated once during a student’s academic coursework. CRJS 1412 Criminal Investigations Prerequisite: CRJS 1412, ENGL 1522, 2.0 GPA 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) Students will study the fundamentals of investigation, CRJS 2271 Enforcement Operations crime scene search and recording, collection and 3 Credits (Lecture Hours: 2.75, Lab Hours: 0.5) preservation of physical evidence, scientific aids, modus This is a Natural Resource Law Enforcement methods operandi, sources of information, interview and course, which includes the areas of enforcement interrogation, follow-up and case separation. operations. This course includes the subjects: Accident Prerequisite: SOC 1451 Investigation, Report Procedures, Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, Radar Training, Hazardous Materials, CRJS 2212 Criminal Evidence and Procedure Air / Bloodborne Pathogens, and Arson. This course trains 3 Credits (Lecture Hours: 3) the student to write police reports and NPS reports using Students will study the constitutional, legislative, and official forms and trains the students in field sobriety judicial regulation of the Criminal Justice System, with testing and use of a police radar. This course combined particular emphasis upon the police process, including with the other CRJS courses and PREC 2261 covers the arrest; search and seizure; interviews and interrogations; academic qualifications required of seasonal park rangers identification procedures and rules of evidence by the National Park Service. controlling criminal proceedings. NOTE: Students must take this course before being Prerequisite: SOC 1451 eligible to be commissioned by the National Park Service as a law enforcement ranger or to take the Minnesota CRJS 2213 Criminal Law/MN Statutes/Traffic Law POST licensing exam. In addition to completing this 4 Credits (Lecture Hours: 4) course, students seeking National Park Service Students will be provided with an introduction to criminal commission must complete four years of college or the law, including the classification and analysis of crimes equivalent combination of college and specialized and criminal acts with an emphasis on the Minnesota experience and students seeking Minnesota POST Criminal code and the study of criminal law as a means of licensure must complete a two year A.A.S., A.S., or A.A. preserving and protecting life and property. Students will degree or a four year B.A. or B.S. degree and complete the also be introduced to Minnesota traffic law, specifically Minnesota Professional Peace Officer Education required by the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Program. Standards and Training. Prerequisite: Completion of sophomore year and Prerequisite: SOC 1451 acceptance into the course by program coordinator.
CRJS 2214 Critical Issues and Community Relations CRJS 2272 Legal Aspects 3 Credits (Lecture Hours: 3) 3 Credits (Lecture Hours: 2.75, Lab Hours: 0.5) Students will examine issues in criminal justice This is a Natural Resource Law Enforcement methods embracing the following: law enforcement and First course that includes the legal application of law Amendment rights, police ethics, community relations, enforcement skills. This includes the areas of legal crime prevention, crisis intervention, including authority. It includes the following: Federal Law and recognizing and handling abnormal persons, stress Code of Federal regulations; Officer liability; management, officer liability, selected judicial decisions, Constitutional law; Courtroom testimony; Federal statutes and reporting. The course explores relationships criminal law; Fourth amendment requirements; Juvenile between the criminal justice system and the community procedure and Courtroom evidence. This course meets the with emphasis on developing positive relationships. requirements set forth by the National Park Service and Students will complete a service learning project during the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and the semester. Training. Prerequisite: Non-Law Enforcement Program students NOTE: Students must take this course before being must have completed SOC 1555 and SOC 1451. All Law eligible to be commissioned by the National Park Service Enforcement students must have been accepted into the as a law enforcement ranger or to take the Minnesota
71 POST licensing exam. In addition to completing this Prerequisite: Completion of sophomore year and course, students seeking National Park Service acceptance into the course by program coordinator. commission must complete four years of college or the equivalent combination of college and specialized CRJS 2275 Behavioral Science experience and students seeking Minnesota POST 2 Credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) licensure must complete a two year A.A.S., A.S., or A.A. Encompassing the broad topic of Behavioral Science as it degree or a four year B.A. or B.S. degree and complete the relates to natural resource law enforcement, this course Minnesota Professional Peace Officer Education addresses ethical behavior and core values; interviewing Program. skills for law enforcement officers; human relations and Prerequisite: Completion of sophomore year and interpersonal communication for officers; human acceptance into the course by program coordinator. behavior and crisis intervention; community policing; media relations; victim witness awareness; conflict CRJS 2273 Enforcement Techniques management and mediation; bias motivated crime; 4 Credits (Lecture Hours: 2.75, Lab Hours: 2.5) managing abnormal behavior; special needs groups; This is a Natural Resource Law Enforcement methods cultural diversity; and psychological survival and stress course, which includes the areas of enforcement management for law enforcement officers. This course techniques. This course includes the subjects such as meets specific requirements of the Minnesota Board of patrol procedures, including: foot, horse, boat, and vehicle Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) in the areas patrol. It trains students how to conduct crime scene of Community Policing; Victims and Victims’ Rights; and management and how to describe and identify evidence. Leading, Managing and Communicating. The Behavioral It also trains the future officer in drug identification and Science section of the National Park Service Seasonal abuse recognition. This course combined with the other Law Enforcement Training Program syllabi is fully CRJS courses and PREC 2261 covers the academic incorporated into this course, which is one of six courses qualifications required of seasonal park rangers by the comprising the Seasonal Park Law Enforcement Ranger National Park Service. Training (SPLERT) Certificate, an academy program. To NOTE: Students must take this course before being enroll, a student must have completed their sophomore eligible to be commissioned by the National Park Service year and be accepted into the course by the program as a law enforcement ranger or to take the Minnesota coordinator. POST licensing exam. In addition to completing this NOTE: Students must take this course to meet eligibility course, students seeking National Park Service requirements to be commissioned as law enforcement commission must complete four years of college or the rangers by the National Park Service or to be eligible to equivalent combination of college and specialized take the Minnesota POST licensing exam. Students must experience and students seeking Minnesota POST also complete four years college or the equivalent of licensure must complete a two year A.A.S., A.S., or A.A. college and specialized experience and students must degree or a four year B.A. or B.S. degree and complete the complete a two year A.A.S., AS, or A.A. degree or a four Minnesota Professional Peace Officer Education year B.A. or B.S. degree and complete the Minnesota Program. Professional Peace Officer Education Program before Prerequisite: Completion of sophomore year and being eligible for hire in the State of Minnesota. acceptance into the course by program coordinator. Prerequisite: Completion of sophomore year and acceptance into the course by program coordinator. CRJS 2274 Law Enforcement Patrol Practical Skills 5 Credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 6) CRJS 2276 Natural Resource Law This is a Natural Resource Law Enforcement methods 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) course that includes the practical application of law This course is an introduction to significant federal enforcement skills. This includes emergency vehicle legislation and judicial decisions which affect natural and operation, firearms training, defensive tactics, use of cultural resources. It reviews the regulation and impact weapons and OC aerosol. This course combined enforcement of natural/cultural resource laws by federal with the other CRJS courses and PREC 2261 covers the land management and law enforcement agencies. The academic qualifications required of seasonal law course is designed to focus on the theory and practice of enforcement rangers by the National Park Service. This enforcement of federal legislation in the National Park course also meets all requirements of the Minnesota Board System of the United States. The history of land of Peace Officer Standards and Training. protection, natural/cultural resource law enforcement and NOTE: Students must take this course to meet eligibility the policies of preservation and protection in the National requirements to be commissioned as law enforcement Parks will be presented. The course will also familiarize rangers by the National Park Service or to be eligible to the student with the basics of constitutional law and how take the Minnesota POST licensing exam. Students must it relates to the enforcement ranger and the backcountry also complete four years of college or the equivalent manager. The course creates an awareness of the unique combination of college and specialized experience and situation a land manager or ranger will face in enforcing students must complete a two year A.A.S., A.S., or A.A. resource laws in park and wildland areas. Several degree or a four year B.A. or B.S. degree and complete the components (representing 24 hours of lecture content) of Minnesota Professional Peace Officer Education Program the Legal section of the National Park Service Seasonal before being eligible for hire in the State of Minnesota. Law Enforcement Training Program syllabi are fully
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incorporated into this course, which is one of six courses comprising the Seasonal Park Law Enforcement Ranger ECONOMICS Training (SPLERT) Certificate, and academy program. Prerequisite(s): Completion of sophomore year and ECON 1556 Principles of Economics - Micro acceptance into the course by program coordinator. 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) Microeconomics operates on the level of the individual firm, as well as that of the individual consumer. Students EARTH SCIENCE will learn how business firms maximize profits as well as maximize customer satisfaction. Microeconomics
consists of demand and supply, the price system, firm ESCI 1555 (BIOL 1555) Environmental Science production and costs, income distribution, input and 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) output markets, and the efficient allocation of scarce This course is an introduction to basic characteristics of resources. the natural world and an exploration of how natural Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and systems affect and are affected by the social and MATH 0092 or placement above technological human environment. Students will examine MnTC Goal Area: 5 Grp I the environmental consequences of selected lifestyle choices in practical and simulated experiences outside of ECON 1557 Principles of Economics-Macro class. 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and Macroeconomics deals with topical areas such as supply MATH 0092 or placement above and demand, Gross Domestic Product, employment, fiscal MnTC Goal Areas: 3 & 10 policy, the national debt, monetary policy, the Federal
Reserve System, business cycles, inflation, recessions, ESCI 1559 Meteorology and the allocation of scarce resources. 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and The weather elements are studied in detail to determine MATH 0092 or placement above how they produce our weather. A climatological approach MnTC Goal Area: 5 Grp I is used to develop an understanding of the weather elements and their distribution over the continent. Equipment utilized in the college’s weather station will be ENGLISH used to familiarize students with weather instrumentation and will be incorporated into lab-like simulations. ENGL 0090 Preparation for College Writing I + II Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) MnTC Goal Area: 3 Preparation for College Writing I + II is a combined beginning- and intermediate-level developmental writing ESCI 2220 Land Surveying Internship course designed to prepare students for college-level 1 to 6 credits (Lab Hours: 80 hours per credit) writing. The focus of this course is on reading and writing This course provides structure to a work experience with for various purposes and in specific rhetorical modes. an agency or company related to this career field. This Emphasis is on use of language appropriate to college- internship will offer the opportunity for the student to level writing and review of grammar, punctuation, and further develop on-the-job experience related to this field mechanics. Only grades of A, B, C (passing) or NC, NN, of study and enhance future career options. Students will W (not passing) will be assigned. ENGL 0090 is a be expected to complete 80 hours of on-the-site work for competency-based course. each credit taken. The instructor/coordinator will oversee Prerequisite(s): None associated academic coursework. This course may be repeated once during student’s academic coursework. ENGL 0092 Preparation for College Writing II Prerequisite(s): NRT 1211, 2.0 GPA. 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) Preparation for College Writing II is an intermediate-level ESCI 2354 Computer Aided Drafting and Mapping developmental writing course designed to prepare 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) students for college-level writing. The focus of this course This is an introductory course that addresses the basic is on reading and writing for various purposes and in operation, graphic commands and proper application of specific rhetorical modes. Emphasis is on use of language the AutoCAD software. Specific computer hardware appropriate to college-level writing and review of needs will be addressed as will concepts including grammar, punctuation, and mechanics. Only grades of A, drawing setup, 2-dimensional drawings, coordinate data B, C (passing) or NC, NN, W (not passing) will be entry, mapping symbols and map presentation. File assigned. ENGL 0092 is a competency-based course. management skills are critical as students begin to apply Prerequisite(s): Classic ACCUPLACER score of 54, the software. Next-Generation ACCUPLACER score of 235 Prerequisite(s): NRT 2236 ENGL 1511 College Composition I 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) College Composition I is the first course in a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for writing across
73 the disciplines in various rhetorical modes, which may judging works of literature. While the course stresses include narration/description, example/illustration, analysis, it also emphasizes the belief that literature is to problem analysis, comparison/contrast, and literary be enjoyed; hence the readings are chosen in the hope that analysis. This course offers a multitude of writing the stories will teach students about humanity, about their situations and an environment that encourages each writer own lives, perceptions and feelings, and about the shared to develop his or her individual style and voice. Emphasis patterns of human existence. In this way, then, the course is on the steps in the writing process, including planning, may be the beginning of a lifelong understanding and joy prewriting, drafting, revision, and editing. Students will in literature. hone writing skills and work toward achieving an Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and acceptable level of mechanical correctness on all final ENGL 0092 or placement above drafts. Library and online researching skills will be MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp II introduced as a preparation for further study in English and other disciplines. ENGL 1546 Introduction to the Novel Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) ENGL 0092 or placement above A study of the novel, this course includes a rigorous MnTC Goal Area: 1 reading schedule of college-level novels giving students the opportunity to experience and use literary concepts ENGL 1512 College Composition II such as plot, characterization, setting, theme, imagery, 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) historical context, and others to analyze literature. This is an advanced writing course dealing with Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and argumentation, research, and writing from sources. A ENGL 0092 or placement above majority of the content of the course is devoted to MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp II significant social and ethical issues of the day. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1511 ENGL 1547 Introduction to Poetry MnTC Goal Areas: 1 & 9 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) Introduction to Poetry is a course designed to help ENGL 1522 Report Writing students learn to read and enjoy poetry. This course will 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) include a rigorous reading schedule of college-level Report Writing is an advanced writing course designed to literary works and thoughtful writing and discussion prepare students for writing in the workplace. Students projects. Students will study a wide variety of poems in will learn the basic principles and types of technical terms of their elements and their different contexts— writing, with the emphasis on employing proper authorial, historical, and cultural—as well as analyze document design and formatting for various types of groups of poems from canonized authors. professional reports. In addition to practicing the writing Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and process, students will learn research methods and ENGL 0092 or placement above documentation styles and review grammar and usage. MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp II Students are required to complete an oral presentation, offering them practice in oral and visual communication. ENGL 1555 Introduction to Creative Writing Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1511 or consent of instructor 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) MnTC Goal Areas: 1 Introduction to Creative Writing provides students an opportunity to read, analyze, and write fiction, poetry, and ENGL 1535 World Literature creative nonfiction. Students will apply the framework of 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) analysis to professional and amateur works and peer World Literature exposes students to literature written submissions as well as their own creative works in at least from all areas of the world. Students will analyze, discuss, two of the genres studied. and write about a wide variety of creative works in several Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and different genres, informed by the geographic, political, ENGL 0092 or placement above economic, and cultural contexts of the literature and its MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III writers. This course will include a rigorous reading schedule of college-level literary works and thoughtful ENGL 1557 Literature for the Stage writing and discussion projects although content may vary 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) with course offering. Literature for the Stage will examine literature meant for Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and theatrical production. Plays for study will be selected from ENGL 0092 or placement above major works from ancient Greek to modern drama. MnTC Goal Areas: 6 Grp II & 8 Reading and analysis of plays will focus on various genres in historical context and the function of theater in society. ENGL 1545 Introduction to Short Story Play analyses will consist of watching and performing 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) dramatic selections and include verbal and written Introduction to Short Story is a course designed for the responses to those selections. college student who is beginning a serious study of fiction. Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and Students will read and study fiction in terms of its ENGL 0092 or placement above elements as well as learn criteria for analyzing and MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp II
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ENGL 1565 English Topics Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) ENGL 0092 or placement above This humanities-based course focuses on a genre or theme MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp II & 7 such as memoir, satire, the wilderness, women’s literature, modern drama, etc. Content includes the ENGL 2538 Survey of American Literature II literature as well as examination of the historical and 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) social contexts of each literary work. A survey of the writings of American authors from 1865 Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and to the present, Survey of American Literature II places ENGL 0092 or placement above special emphasis on literary works whose authors MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp II represent the cultural diversity of American society. Special attention is given to writers not normally ENGL 1568 Environmental Literature represented in the literary canon, including female, 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) Native-American, African-American, and immigrant Environmental Literature is a survey of nature writing and authors. Readings include stories, plays, and poems environmental literature that spans the past three decades. within the context of United States’ history, keeping a Topics may include early nature writing, the early years close eye on unequal power relations between groups as of the environmental ethic and land preservation, and well as the ethnic, regional, and cultural diversity of growing awareness of humans’ impact on the American society. environment. Within an understanding of historical and Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and social context, students will read and respond to essays, ENGL 0092 or placement above books and book excerpts, speeches, memoirs, journals, MnTC Goal Areas: 6 Grp II & 7 and poetry from English and American nature writers. Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and ENGL 2539 Modern Black Literature ENGL 0092 or placement above 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp II Modern Black Literature is a study of Black American literary expression. Students will be introduced to the ENGL 2535 Survey of British Literature I social, historical, and cultural contexts of modern Black 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) literature and analysis of the literature within those Survey of British Literature I introduces students to contexts. Beginning with the Harlem Renaissance of the British literature written from the Middle Ages to the 1920s, the course includes works by Black writers into the Eighteenth Century. While the course stresses the great twenty-first century including short stories, poetry, at least eras and themes of British literature, it also emphasizes one novel, and nonfiction. the pleasure and relevance modern readers can find in Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and great works of poetry, drama, fiction, and prose. ENGL 0092 or placement above Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and MnTC Goal Areas: 6 Grp II & 7 ENGL 0092 or placement above MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp II ENGL 2565 Film and Society 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) ENGL 2536 Survey of British Literature II This course is designed to encourage students to critically 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) view film as an art form that both reflects and influences Survey of British Literature II is a survey of British society and culture. The course will introduce students to literature of the Romantic, Victorian, and Modern eras the basic terms and principles of film analysis using with an emphasis on both historical context and the source films from a variety of styles and cinematic universal themes that span the eras. The course focuses on traditions. Throughout, the emphasis will be on the role British literature and writers from the late eighteenth cinema plays in relating individuals to the values and century to the present and emphasizes the pleasure and assumptions of their culture. relevance modern readers can find in classic works of Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1511, SOC 1555 poetry, drama, fiction, and prose. MnTC Goal Areas: 5 Grp II & 6 Grp II Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and ENGL 0092 or placement above ENGL 2710 Independent Study - English MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp II 1 to 3 credits This course is an opportunity to complete an independent ENGL 2537 Survey of American Literature I project under faculty supervision. Topic will be selected 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) by student in consultation with and approved by Survey of American Literature I introduces the works of instructor. major American writers from the colonial period to 1865. Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor and Provost after a Special attention is given to writers not normally special petition has been filed. represented in the literary canon, including female, Native-American, and African-American. The class readings and writing assignments help students explore their own lives, perceptions, and feelings and connect to the shared patterns of human experience.
75 HLTH 1425 First Aid for Sports GEOLOGY 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Lab Hours: 1) First Aid for Sports includes components of American GEOL 1557 Physical Geology Heart Association training programs in First Aid and 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) CPR/AED, as well as the following sports safety goals: This course provides an introduction to the basic keeping athletes safe, enabling coaches and trainers to processes which influence the Earth’s crust. Rock types, prevent, prepare for, and respond to sports related injuries, geologic landscapes and the dynamic processes which and raising awareness of safety issues in athletics. Upon produce those landscapes are emphasized. successful completion of all requirements, participants Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above will receive an American Heart Association Heartsaver MnTC Goal Area: 3 First Aid/CPR/AED Provider card. Prerequisite(s): None HEALTH HLTH 1435 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) HLTH 1275 Wilderness First Responder This course is designed to introduce the necessary skills 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 4) and competencies required for prevention and treatment Wilderness First Responder (WFR) is the definitive of basic athletic injuries. This course will include modern course in medical training for outdoor educators, guides, theories and principles of athletic training as well as the search and rescue (SAR) team members, and others who nature and causes of the most common sports-related work or play in remote areas. The curriculum is injuries. comprehensive and practical, including all of the essential Prerequisite(s): None principles and skills required to assess and manage medical problems in isolated and extreme environments. Graduates will receive WFR certification by Wilderness HLTH 1449 Lifeguarding 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) Medical Associates®, valid for three years, as well as This class prepares participants to work as lifeguards, and Basic Life Support/ Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) includes Community First Aid and CPR for the and anaphylaxis certification. Students must be at least 18 Professional Rescuer components. Ability to swim basic years of age at time of certification, and have skills in strokes is required. Use of equipment, prevention of lifting and communication. accidents, responsibilities and duties of a lifeguard are Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above included in the course. Recommended entry skills and knowledge include: ability to swim 500 yards using front HLTH 1276 WMA Wilderness First Responder Open crawl, and breaststroke; ability to retrieve a brick from 7 Recertification Course feet of water; reasonable ability to complete required 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Lab Hours: 1) skills by the end of the course; Red Cross minimum age The Open Recertification course is open to graduates of limit for certification is 15. All Red Cross skill all wilderness medical training courses of 64 hours or components must be completed; all Red Cross tests must longer with a current Wilderness First Responder be passed at 80%. certification. Successful graduates of this course will Prerequisite(s): One of the following courses: HLTH receive Wilderness Medical Associates’ Wilderness First 1275 or HLTH 1425 Responder, Anaphylaxis, and BLS/Healthcare Provider- level CPR certifications. WMA WEMT graduates with a HLTH 1450 Technical Rescue I current EMT-B or Paramedic certificate may also 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Lab Hours: 3) recertify the wilderness portion of their WEMT with this This course provides wilderness rescue operations course. training and patient management in a wilderness setting. Prerequisite(s): To be eligible for a WFR recertification Topics include wilderness rescue considerations, ATV through this course, candidates must have completed a operation, calm and swift water awareness, and boat wilderness medical training course of at least 64 hours. rescue. The course addresses multiple aspects of Cumulative training hours from different courses are not wilderness emergency response, and includes outdoor eligible. Training must have been completed within three activities. Emergency Medical Responders and EMTs years of participation in our Open Recertification course. may use the training for Continuing Education hours. Any exceptions to these conditions must be verified prior Successful students earn Minnesota State ATV Operator to the course by contacting the Wilderness Medical and Minnesota State Boat Operator Certificates. Associates office. Proof of current certification is Prerequisite(s): None required at the start of the course. Students without proof of certification or approval from WMA International will HLTH 1451 Technical Rescue II not be eligible for WFR certification. Only WMA 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Lab Hours: 3) International trained WEMTs are eligible for WEMT This course allows participants to learn wilderness rescue recertification through this course. considerations and patient management in a wilderness READ 0092 or placement above, and ENGL 0092 or setting including winter rescue operations, ice rescue, placement above snowmobile, and low angle rope rescue awareness. The course will address multiple aspects of wilderness
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emergency response, and include outdoor activities. certification requires successful completion of both a Emergency Medical Responders and EMTs may use the cognitive and the psychomotor exam. (Consult the training for Continuing Education hours. Certificates National Registry for EMTs and the State of Minnesota coming out of this class include: Minnesota State EMS Regulatory Board for additional information.) Snowmobile. Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above Prerequisite(s): None HLTH 1760 Fireline EMT Preparation HLTH 1457 Tobacco, Alcohol and Drug Education 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) This is a preparatory course that introduces the additional A review of basic historical, economic, and biological depth of understanding and breadth of concepts necessary facts related to tobacco, alcohol, and drug use, course for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) on a fire topics are recreational drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and line. It requires application of knowledge and skills in medical drugs. This class examines individual, family, scenario situations an EMT might encounter. Students community, national and international factors which will begin to master the content and skills necessary to create and support patterns of recreational chemical use. successfully pass the arduous pack test. Students will Discussion regarding “responsible” use is designed to learn how and when to apply to fire line EMT positions, help clarify cultural value systems and how they relate to including fireline EMT, base camp EMT, and natural personal decision-making skills. Drug education concepts disaster EMT work. are integrated throughout the course materials and include Prerequisite(s): None educational concepts relating to dependency, relationships, parenting, and professional expectations. HLTH 1762 EMT Completion Course Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) This course is the final course in a set of three courses HLTH 1459 Wellness comprising a state-approved EMT program which follows 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) the National EMS Education Standards. The primary Wellness offers an opportunity to examine the effects of focus of the EMT is to provide basic emergency medical health habits on short and long-term well-being. Theories care and transportation for critical and emergent patients and decision-making skills in areas of diet, exercise, stress who access the emergency medical system. This management, relaxation, communication, relationships individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills and family, emotional reactions and spirituality are necessary to provide patient care and transportation. emphasized. Wellness topics focus on national and EMTs function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, international challenges which confront all people’s under medical oversight. EMTs perform interventions health and well-being, and include historical and with the basic equipment typically found on an economic examinations of health challenges. Many labs ambulance. The EMT is a link from the scene to the include physical activities, such as fitness workouts, emergency health care system. This course includes both aerobic workouts, weight training skills, relaxation skills, a Hospital/Clinical Experience with patient assessments and other fitness topics. and a Field Experience with documented patient contacts. Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above (A tuberculin test or X-ray clearance from a physician is required for this clinical portion.) HLTH 1755 Emergency Medical Responder 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 1.5, Lab Hours: 3) Successful completion of this course fulfills two of several Using National EMS Education Standards, this course requirements to apply for EMT certification within two provides students the knowledge and skills training years; first, this course is a state-approved EMT course required by the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR). exceeding US DOT EMT curriculum, and second, it The primary focus of the EMR is to initiate immediate includes the CPR training required to achieve the requisite lifesaving care to critical patients who access the CPR credential. Other requirements include a minimum emergency medical system. This individual possesses the age of 18, successful completion of an approved national basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide lifesaving skills test (the EMT psychomotor exam), and an interventions while awaiting additional EMS response application process with a criminal background check. and to assist higher level personnel at the scene and during National EMT certification requires successful transport. EMRs function as part of a comprehensive EMS completion of both a cognitive and the psychomotor response, under medical oversight. EMRs perform basic exam. (Consult the National Registry for EMTs and the interventions with minimal equipment. State of Minnesota EMS Regulatory Board for additional information.) Successful completion of this course fulfills two of several requirements to apply for EMR certification within two This course, plus HLTH 1755 Emergency Medical years; first, this course is a state-approved EMR course Responder comprise a pair of courses equivalent to HLTH exceeding US DOT EMR curriculum, and second, it 1765 Emergency Medical Technician. includes the CPR training required to achieve the requisite Prerequisite(s): HLTH 1755 Emergency Medical CPR credential. An additional requirement of a successful Responder completion of an approved skills test (the EMR psychomotor exam) is also required. National EMR
77 HLTH 1765 Emergency Medical Technician This course is a study of the major economic, social, and 8 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 10) political developments in the United States from the This course is a state-approved EMT program following prehistoric period through 1860. Emphasis is placed on the National EMS Education Standards. The primary the interactions between Native Americans, Africans, and focus of the EMT is to provide basic emergency medical Europeans that shaped the American experience and that care and transportation for critical and emergent patients influenced issues relating to race, ethnicity, class and who access the emergency medical system. This gender. individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and necessary to provide patient care and transportation. ENGL 0092 or placement above EMTs function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, MnTC Goal Area: 5 Grp I under medical oversight. EMTs perform interventions with the basic equipment typically found on an HIST 1566 American History II ambulance. The EMT is a link from the scene to the 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) emergency health care system. This course includes both This course covers the major political, economic, social, a Hospital/Clinical Experience with patient assessments and cultural developments in the United States from the and a Field Experience with documented patient contacts. Civil War through the present. Special emphasis is placed (A tuberculin test or X-ray clearance from a physician is on issues relating to race, ethnicity, class and gender. required for this clinical portion.) Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and ENGL 0092 or placement above Successful completion of this course fulfills two of several MnTC Goal Area: 5 Grp I requirements to apply for EMT certification within two years; first, this course is a state-approved EMT course HIST 1568 Minnesota History exceeding US DOT EMT curriculum, and second, it 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) includes the CPR training required to achieve the requisite The growth of Minnesota from the prehistoric period CPR credential. Other requirements include a minimum through the fur trade, statehood, the logging, farming and age of 18, successful completion of an approved national iron mining frontiers is covered in this course. Special skills test (the EMT psychomotor exam), and an emphasis is placed on the settlement of the state, its ethnic application process with a criminal background check. and racial diversity, the formation of a strong diversified National EMT certification requires successful economy, urbanization, and Minnesota’s unique completion of both a cognitive and the psychomotor contributions to the political history of the United States. exam. (Consult the National Registry for EMTs and the Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and State of Minnesota EMS Regulatory Board for additional ENGL 0092 or placement above information.) MnTC Goal Area: 5 Grp I Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above HIST 1575 World History I 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) HISTORY This focuses on cross-cultural and global study of the rise of civilization to 1500 with emphasis on the Near East HIST 1555 History of Western Civilization I including Mesopotamia and Asia, Africa including 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) Ancient Egypt, China, India, Greece and Rome, Early This course is a survey of Western Civilization from the Europe, and the Americas. Emphasis is placed on the dawn of civilization through the late Middle Ages with origins of the world’s great religions, culture and society, special emphasis on the civilizations of Mesopotamia, governmental institutions, political theory, and Egypt, Greece and Rome as well as the emergence of the intellectual developments and law and legal institutions. three great western religions: Judaism, Christianity and Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and Islam. ENGL 0092 or placement above Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and MnTC Goal Areas: 5 Grp I & 8 ENGL 0092 or placement above MnTC Goal Area: 5 Grp I HIST 1576 World History II 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) HIST 1556 History of Western Civilization II This cross-cultural and global study of human civilization 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) from 1500 to the present focuses on the Middle East, This course is a survey of Western Civilization from the Africa, China, Asia, India, Europe and the Americas. Renaissance to the present with special emphasis on Emphasis is placed on economics, culture and society, revolutionary periods, ideologies, scientific discoveries, governmental institutions, political theory, and colonialism and imperialism, and military history. intellectual developments and law and legal institutions as Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and well as Western Imperialism, the World Wars, and the ENGL 0092 or placement above impact of the Cold War on non-Western societies. MnTC Goal Area: 5 Grp I Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and ENGL 0092 or placement above HIST 1565 American History I MnTC Goal Areas: 5 Grp I & 8 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4)
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equations, and an introduction to function notation. Only HUMANITIES grades of A, B, C (passing) or NC, NN, W (not passing) will be assigned. HUM 1555 Adventures in the Human Spirit Prerequisite(s): MATH 0093 with a grade of “C” or 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) better, or placement above This course is an introductory survey of human creativity and expression in the arts and humanities. Works to be MATH 1515 Survey of Math examined will be selected from a broad spectrum of 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) human history and world cultures. Emphasis will be Survey of Mathematics consists of area and volume of placed on understanding the interplay between individual geometric figures, right triangle trigonometry with talents, artistic traditions, human values and social and applications, set theory, logical reasoning methods, historical contexts. counting methods, probability, introduction to statistics, Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and linear equations and linear regression, and bank financing. ENGL 0092 or placement above Prerequisite(s): MATH 0093 with a grade of “C”, or MnTC Goal Area: 6 Opt 1 placement above MnTC Goal Area: 4 LEARNING SKILLS MATH 1521 College Algebra LSK 1401 College Learning Skills 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) College Algebra emphasizes the concepts of functions and College Learning Skills develops those skills necessary to solving equations. The course focuses on, linear, be a successful college student including learning styles, quadratic, polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, time management, note taking, memory, and test taking. logarithmic, and inverse functions and their graphs. The course includes lecture, discussion, demonstration, Prerequisite(s): MATH 0095 with a grade of “C” or and practice of these skills applied to the expectations of better, or placement above a college environment. MnTC Goal Area: 4 Prerequisite(s): None MATH 1546 Introduction to Statistics 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) MATHEMATICS Introduction to statistics consists of grouping of numerical data, frequency distribution, measures of central MATH 0091 Arithmetic tendency, probability and sampling, prediction and 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) variability. Arithmetic is a preparation course for elementary and Prerequisite(s): MATH 0093 with a grade of “C” or intermediate algebra that consists of a review of the skill better, or placement above of basic mathematics. It is a study of the elementary MnTC Goal Area: 4 operations on whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents. Only grades of A, B, C (passing) or NC, NN, W MATH 1555 Trigonometry and Analytical Geometry (not passing) will be assigned. 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) Prerequisite(s): None This course consists of right triangle trigonometry, laws of sines and cosines, applications, trigonometric MATH 0093 Elementary Algebra identities, and graphing. Identifying and graphing conic 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) sections and solving non-linear systems are also included. Elementary Algebra consists of an intensive review of Prerequisite(s): MATH 1521 with a grade of “C” or introductory algebra followed by a preparation for better, or placement above intermediate algebra. This preparation consists of MnTC Goal Area: 4 operations and properties of both real numbers and algebraic expressions, algebraic relations, laws of MATH 1557 Precalculus: College Algebra & exponents, linear equations and inequalities in one Trigonometry variable, absolute value, rectangular coordinate graphing, 5 credits (Lecture Hours: 5) equations of lines, systems of linear equations, and an Precalculus begins with the concepts of functions and introduction to polynomials. Only grades of A, B, C solving algebraic equations. The course covers (passing) or NC, NN, W (not passing) will be assigned. polynomials, rational, radical, exponential, logarithmic, Prerequisite(s): MATH 0091 with a grade of “C” or and inverse functions and their graphs. The trigonometric better, or placement above portion of the course consists of right triangle trigonometry, laws of sine and cosine, applications, MATH 0095 Intermediate Algebra trigonometric identities, and graphing. The course 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) concludes with an introduction to limits and Intermediate Algebra consists of polynomial expressions differentiation. and equations, factoring, rational expressions and Prerequisite(s): MATH 0095 with a grade of “C” or equations, radical expressions and equations, quadratic better, or placement above equations, logarithmic and exponential expressions and MnTC Goal Area: 4
79 MATH 1561 Calculus I: Calculus and Analytic includes basic music theory and the historical and social Geometry context of the musical genre. 5 credits (Lecture Hours: 5) Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and Calculus I consists of a formal development of limits, ENGL 0092 or placement above continuity, derivatives, and integration of algebraic, MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp I trigonometric, and other transcendental functions; with a focus on the proper uses and applications of the chain rule, MUSC 1566 Basic Music Principles implicit differentiation, and differentials. The course 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) concludes with the study of applications of the definite This course covers basic principles of music theory - integral to area, volume, length of a plane curve, surface rhythm, melody, harmony, form and timbre. Some area, and work. harmonization and modal scales will be included, as will Prerequisite(s): MATH 1555 or MATH 1557 with a grade discussion of the historical and cultural environment of “C” or better, or placement above surrounding musical forms, styles and performance MnTC Goal Area: 4 practices. Course is designed for the non-music major. Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and MATH 1562 Calculus II: Calculus and Analytic ENGL 0092 or placement above Geometry MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp I 5 credits (Lecture Hours: 5) Calculus II consists of derivatives and integrals of MUSC 2315-2365 Applied Music II logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric, inverse 1 credit (Studio Hours: 14 30-min. lessons/semester) trigonometric, hyperbolic and inverse hyperbolic These individual lessons are designed for students who functions. The course will also explore methods of have had several years of instruction and who demonstrate integration such as formulas and integration by parts, intermediate or advanced proficiency in theory, sight- improper integrals, indeterminate forms of limits and reading, technique and repertoire. Applied music classes L’Hopital’s rule and an in-depth study of infinite may be taken for up to 4 total credits. sequences and series. The course also looks at analytic Prerequisite(s): Students must demonstrate proficiency at geometry in calculus and gives an introduction to the intermediate level. differential equations. MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III Prerequisite(s): MATH 1561 with a grade of “C” or better, or placement above MUSC 2710 Independent Study MnTC Goal Area: 4 1 to 3 credits This course is an opportunity to complete an independent project under faculty supervision. MUSIC Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor and Provost after a special petition has been filed. MUSC 1315-1365 Applied Music 1 credit (Studio Hours: 14 lessons/semester) These individual lessons are designed for students at the NATURAL RESOURCE beginning or elementary level who have little or no TECHNOLOGY experience. This course includes basic music theory and performance practices, and may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. NRT 1211 Forest Field Skills 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): None Introduces students to basic field techniques, MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III measurements, and terminology encountered in natural resource management. The development of skill in basic MUSC 1556 Music Appreciation surveying/orienteering and safe, efficient use of field 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) equipment is emphasized. This course covers a review of basic musical elements, Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and music theory, musical forms (vocal and instrumental) and MATH 0092 or placement above musical styles and characteristics including Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and 20th Century, including the historical, social and cultural NRT 1212 General Forestry 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) climate of those time periods. This course is a study of basic principles of forest resource Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and management, including the history of forestry in the ENGL 0092 or placement above United States and an overview of present forestry MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp I practices. Lab exercises introduce the basic skills, tools, and concepts of forest management. MUSC 1558 Music Topics Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1255, BIOL 1265, NRT 1211 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) An examination of a particular musical genre (i.e., rock, jazz, American popular music) or the works of a particular NRT 1221 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills I 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) composer or music of a specific period or style, this course Fire Training and Mechanical Skills I is the Wildland
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Firefighting component in a series of skills courses. NRT 1226 Principles of Wildlife Management Students will be introduced to wildland fire statistics, 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) terminology and practices within the United States, and This course covers the concepts and techniques used in the will receive 32 hours of classroom/lab training as required management of wildlife populations. Major course topics by the National Interagency Fire Qualification System. include population dynamics, habitat, predation, harvest, This includes S-130 Basic Firefighter Training, S-190 and wildlife legislation and policy. Identification of Introduction to Fire Behavior, and L-180 Human Factors wildlife and the development of skill in basic wildlife on the Fireline. The National Incident Management research techniques are emphasized. System (NIMS) training, IS-100 Incident Command, will Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1255, BIOL 1265 or WILD 1265, be required as an online assignment outside of classroom NRT 1211 time. Many units are designed to be taught in either the classroom or the field, depending upon weather NRT 1265 (BIOL 1265) Introduction to Natural conditions. Resources Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in NRT 1211 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) This course provides an understanding of past and present NRT 1222 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills II natural resource management legislation, policy, values 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) and issues impacted by the social and resource demands Fire Training and Mechanical Skills II is the Wildfire of society. Students will examine traditional and current Power Saws component in a series of skills courses. economic, ethical, scientific and ecological principles and Students will be introduced to the function, maintenance apply them to current issues of renewable resource and use of internal combustion engine powered chain management locally, nationally, and globally. saws, and their tactical wildland fire application. Field Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and exercises support entry level training for firefighters with ENGL 0092 or placement above little or no previous experience in operating a chain saw, MnTC Goal Area: 10 providing hands-on cutting experience in surroundings similar to fireline situations. Students will receive a NRT 1445 (BIOL 1445) Mammal Tracking Bloodborne Pathogens training session which is required 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) prior to the use of chainsaws and prior to awarding the S- This course uses field-based projects to familiarize the 212 Wildfire Power Saws certificate. Students will also be student with the common mammals of northern required to complete the Minnesota DNR ATV online Minnesota and the identification and interpretation of training course and MN Snowmobile Safety as their tracks. It covers basic mammal life histories, habitat supplemental assignments related to travel to and from an use and predator prey interactions. incident or fuels reduction project. Prerequisite(s): None Prerequisite(s): NRT 1221 NRT 1446 (BIOL 1446) Field Biology NRT 1223 Fire Training and Mechanical Skills III 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) This is a field-oriented course covering a broad range of Fire Training and Mechanical Skills III is the Portable data collection techniques in ecology, forestry and Pumps and Water Use component in a series of skills wildlife. Plant and wildlife sign identification are included courses. Students will complete S-211 Portable Pumps as well as an introduction to basic map and compass skills. and Water Use, covering three areas of skill: supply, Prerequisite(s): None delivery, and application of water. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of correct water use, basic NRT 2220 Natural Resource Technology-Forestry and hydraulics, and equipment care. The field exercise Wildlife Internship requires set up, operation, and maintenance of pump 1 to 6 credits (Lab Hours: 80 hours per credit) equipment. The State of Minnesota Online Boat Safety This course provides structure to a work experience with Certificate is required as a supplemental mechanical skill an agency or company related to this career field. This in aspects of navigation and travel to incidents. internship will offer the opportunity for the student to Prerequisite(s): NRT 1221 further develop on-the-job experience related to this field of study and enhance future career options. Students will NRT 1225 Natural Resource Careers be expected to complete 80 hours of on-the-site work for 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) each credit taken. The instructor/coordinator will oversee Students are introduced to career opportunities and the associated academic coursework. This course may be necessary procedures for obtaining employment in natural repeated once during a student’s academic coursework. resources. Topics include the summer field experience, Prerequisite(s): NRT 1225, 2.0 GPA. job applications, interviews, and specific employment opportunities. Job search techniques will emphasize web- NRT 2233 Natural Resources Leadership and based applications, announcements, and resumes. This Business Opportunities course also examines the personal characteristics and 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) work habits required for successful job performance. This course is an introduction to leadership concepts, Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1255, BIOL 1265, NRT 1211 principles, and techniques as well as current supervisory issues in the natural resource field. It includes a review of
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personal characteristics and techniques necessary for NRT 2242 Silviculture II successful supervision of employees, and prepares 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 4) students for eventual roles as leaders and supervisors by Including the principles and technical procedures used in examining case studies, role-playing, and problem- the production and maintenance of forest stands for a solving related to effective leadership. Student career variety of objectives, this course is a more thorough and opportunities are maximized with online profiles and more detailed treatment of the subject material covered in portfolios application formats utilized by federal, state and Forest Ecology and Silviculture. Forest management for county resource agencies. Emphasis will be placed on the protection from insects and diseases and control contracting opportunities and training standards necessary strategies for specific forest health hazards are covered. to be a private contractor. Actual field applications of silvicultural techniques are Prerequisite(s): NRT 1225, NRT 2220 included, along with field trips identifying stand management activities. NRT 2236 Land Surveying Prerequisite(s): NRT 2241, NRT 2238, NRT 2248, NRT 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 4) 2315, WSHD 1258 This is an introductory course in plane surveying that reviews the standard techniques and procedures necessary NRT 2248 Forest Products to survey forest land within the rectangular land survey 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) system. Students are provided with the history of the Examine the forest products industry from social, rectangular land survey system and the opportunity to political, historical, economic, and forest management develop skills in locating boundaries and corners within perspectives. The basic principles of wood technology are the system. An application of Geographic Information tied to the major product categories. Outline specific System (GIS) principles and the basic operations of GPS forest product categories, their manufacturing processes, and AutoCAD software as used in natural resource final product, and markets/ consumers. Timber sale and management applications are included. forest harvesting principles are included, as the first step Prerequisite(s): NRT 2315 or NRT 1211 in the forest product cycle. The silvicultural implications of forest management for different products are strongly NRT 2238 Natural Resource Measurements and emphasized. Field trips to representative forest product Remote Sensing mill sites are included. 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 4) Prerequisite(s): NRT 1212, NRT 2220 Classroom and field study of the basic terminology, principles, equipment, and skills required for land, NRT 2251 Forest Measurements wildlife and timber measurements are included in this 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) course, as well as field exercises utilizing commonly used This course is the field application of measurement natural resource measurements tools. The application of techniques for forest management and research. Primary formulas, tables, tally sheets, and final reports is emphasis is on practical measurement scenarios emphasized. Course is designed to prepare the student for commonly encountered by the field forestry technician. more specific and detailed exercises in Forest Application of techniques is achieved through class field Measurements (NRT-2251) and Wildlife Measurements exercises and projects. (NRT-2252). Introduced are the basic concepts of Prerequisite(s): NRT 2241, NRT 2238, NRT 2248, NRT statistics, as typically applied to natural resource 2315 measurements. The course covers the basic terminology, techniques, and skills necessary for the interpretation of NRT 2252 Wildlife Measurements aerial photographs used in natural resource management, 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) and an introduction to satellite imagery principles is This course presents the field application of measurement included. techniques for wildlife research and management. Prerequisite(s): NRT 1212, NRT 1226, NRT 2220 Experience and understanding of wildlife data collection is gained through class field exercises and participation in NRT 2241 Forest Ecology and Silviculture research and management projects with government 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 4) agencies. Introducing terminology, concepts, and techniques Prerequisite(s): NRT 1212, NRT 1226, NRT 2238 or with involved in silviculture, the theory of controlling the instructor’s approval for Wildlife Ecology Certificate establishment, composition, and growth of forest stands, students emphasis is on management for timber/ forest products. Other landowner objectives such as wildlife, recreation, NRT 2256 Surveying & Mapping Techniques in and aesthetics are included. The principles, equipment, Natural Resources and techniques used in modern forest harvesting in the 2 credits ((Lab Hours: 4) Lake States, an examination of forest harvesting from the This course is a field study of land survey systems, social, economic, and silvicultural standpoint, and field including training in land navigation and corner location. trips to managed forest stands and active forest harvesting It incorporates the utilization of GPS technologies to operations are all included. perform traditional natural resource surveying functions. Prerequisite(s): NRT 1212 Students will develop an understanding of the most current mapping and data retrieval systems through
82 Course Descriptions 8 expanding their skills with GIS and CAD software to OUTL 1230 Canoe Expedition focus on spatial analysis, topographic surveys, boundary 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Lab Hours: 3) locations and map compilation. A capstone management This course familiarizes students with beginner to project, using GPS and GIS technologies, is included. intermediate canoeing techniques and wilderness Prerequisite(s): NRT 2236, NRT 2241 camping. Safety, equipment selection, food preparation, Leave No Trace camping techniques, and trip planning NRT 2257 Wildland Fire Control & Management will be covered. This course meets a few times at the 2 credits (Lab Hours: 4) beginning of the semester and is taught in the field on an Introducing the student to common forest firefighter extended wilderness trip. concepts and practices used throughout the United States, Prerequisite(s): None this course provides an opportunity to examine and discuss suppression equipment and techniques currently OUTL 1245 Leave No Trace Trainer Certification being used by U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 0.2, Lab Hours: 1.6) and DNR in Northern Minnesota. Topics will include an Successful completion of this course provides students introduction to U.S. wildfire statistics including fire with the professional certification at the Trainer level for causes and the impact of forest wildfires. Management Leave No Trace. This course teaches students the seven techniques and equipment for fire control are examined principles of Leave No Trace and techniques for and skill development in fire control for both wildfires and disseminating these low impact skills in various back prescribed fires will be assessed. As a lab based course, country and front country settings. LNT Trainer courses the student will be an active participant in fuel reduction are designed for educators, guides, agency employees and projects and if logistically feasible, local agency other outdoor professionals. Successful graduates of the prescribed burn efforts, where safety will be a primary Trainer Course gain the skills to teach Leave No Trace focus. techniques. Prerequisite(s): NRT 1222, 2236, 2241 Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and ENGL 0092 or placement above NRT 2315 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems OUTL 1250 Coastal (Sea) Kayak Expedition 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Lab Hours: 3) An introductory lab oriented course in GIS concepts, This course familiarizes students with beginner to terminology, hardware and ArcView software, this course intermediate coastal kayak techniques and wilderness allows students to develop an understanding of the most camping. Safety, self and assisted rescues, navigation, current mapping and data retrieval systems through an marine environment operations, equipment selection, introduction to GIS software, spatial analysis, overlay food preparation, Leave No Trace camping techniques, analysis and map compilation. Lab exercises will and trip planning will be covered. This course meets a few demonstrate GIS technologies as a tool in natural resource times at the beginning of the semester and is taught in the management. Data and map layers will reflect typical field on an extended wilderness trip. natural resource applications. Prerequisite(s): None Prerequisite(s): NRT 1211 Forest Field Skills or WQAL\WSHD 1656 Environmental Compliance OUTL 1251 Outdoor Pursuits I 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 1.5, Lab Hours: 3.0) NRT 2710 Independent Study – Natural Resources This course outlines the knowledge, skills, techniques and 1 to 3 credits instructional methods related to safe, educationally This course is an opportunity to complete an independent effective, and environmentally sustainable travel in the project under faculty supervision. Registration is by backcountry. The emphasis is on skills and educational petition, and requires instructor and provost approval. delivery methods suited to three-season activities Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor and Provost after a including land and water based travel. This course special petition has been filed. includes a field component. Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP ENGL 0092 or placement above OUTL 1252 Outdoor Pursuits II OUTL 1210 Backpack Expedition 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 1.5, Lab Hours: 3.0) 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Lab Hours: 3) This course outlines the knowledge, skills, techniques and This course familiarizes students with beginner to instructional methods related to safe, educationally intermediate backpacking techniques and wilderness effective, and environmentally sustainable travel in the camping. Safety, trip planning, navigation, equipment backcountry. The emphasis is on skills and educational selection, food preparation, Leave No Trace camping delivery methods suited to winter season activities techniques, and group dynamics will be covered. This including skiing, snowshoeing, dog sledding, and winter course meets a few times at the beginning of the semester camping. This course includes a field component. and is taught in the field on an extended wilderness trip. Prerequisite(s): OUTL 1251 Prerequisite(s): None
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OUTL 1255 Introduction to Outdoor Recreation Coastal Kayak Instructor Certification Therapy 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Lab Hours: 3.0) 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) This course is a five-day Instructor Development This foundation level course in Outdoor Recreation Workshop/Instructor Certification Exam (IDW/ICE) Therapy is designed to give students foundational intended to certify qualified students as an American knowledge in the field of Therapeutic Recreation Canoe Association (ACA) Introduction, Essentials, or Services. Students will identify and examine unique Basic Coastal Kayak Instructor. Qualified students may recreation programs that offer opportunities to people test and certify at one of three levels, Introduction, with cognitive, physical, emotional, and developmental Essentials, or Basic Coastal Kayak Instructor depending limitations. General therapeutic recreation practices on their skills and teaching ability. Students have the including assessment, planning, implementation, and choice of testing at any level at the start of the course evaluation will be covered as they pertain to community, based on self-assessment and instructor assessment. outdoor, and backcountry settings. Prerequisite(s): PHED 1457 or OUTL 1250 Prerequisite(s): PREC 1241 and OUTL 1251 OUTL 2250 Outdoor Leadership Capstone OUTL 2210 Theory and Practice of Teaching 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) Paddlesports This course examines the history, theoretical models, 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 4) various program philosophies, instructional design, This course will provide students with the knowledge and leadership techniques, legal issues, and safety skills to teach beginning to intermediate paddlesports. management principles associated with the conduct of Paddlesports incorporated into the course will include outdoor pursuits and adventure education programs. An canoeing (flat and possibly moving water), coastal emphasis is put on experiential learning theory and kayaking, and SUP (Stand Up Paddle-boarding). Each practice and how experiential learning is incorporated into student will be assessed on their paddling ability in each programming for various population segments of society. discipline covered and will receive an American Canoe Prerequisite(s): PREC 1241 and OUTL 1251 Association Skills Assessment card for whichever level they achieve. OUTL 2255 Adaptive Techniques for Outdoor Prerequisite(s): OUTL 1230 and OUTL 1251, or Pursuits Instructor Approval for Outdoor Leadership Certificate 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) only students This course focuses on the adaptive technology, equipment, and techniques required for providing outdoor OUTL 2220 Outdoor Leadership Internship recreational activities to people experiencing various 1 to 2 credits (Lab Hours: 80 hours per credit) disabilities. Recreation participant needs, limitations, and This is a supervised field experience course whereby the possibilities will be examined as well as the techniques student participates and/or works in a program related to required to adapt gear and equipment to special needs. The the field of Outdoor Leadership. The student must course will also examine various adaptive outdoor complete 80 hours of work/participation for each credit in programs, legislation, and current practices. The lab which they are enrolled. This internship is supervised in portion will consist of engaging with adaptive recreation agreement between the instructor/program coordinator service providers, practicing adaptive techniques, and and supervisor at the program where the internship is to modifying equipment. be completed. This course may be repeated once during a Prerequisite(s): OUTL 1255 student’s academic coursework.
Prerequisite(s): OUTL 1251 and any OUTL expedition PARKS AND RECREATION course, and 2.0 GPA. TECHNOLOGY
OUTL 2230 American Canoe Association (ACA) PREC 1241 Introduction to Recreation, Parks and Canoe Instructor Certification Tourism 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Lab Hours: 3.0) 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) This course is a five-day Instructor Development An introduction to recreation in modern life, this course Workshop/Instructor Certification Exam (IDW/ICE) covers the concepts, history and philosophy of recreation, intended to certify qualified students as an American leisure and tourism. Examination of the use, resources, Canoe Association (ACA) Introduction, Essentials, or issues and providers of outdoor recreation, and Basic Coastal Canoe Instructor. Qualified students may exploration of careers and professional preparation, are test and certify at one of three levels, Introduction, included. Essentials, or Basic Canoe Instructor depending on their Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and skills and teaching ability. Students have the choice of ENGL 0092 or placement above testing at any level at the start of the course based on self- assessment and instructor assessment. PREC 1252 Environmental Interpretation/Education Prerequisite(s): PHED 1459 or OUTL 1230 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) An introduction to the principles and practices used in OUTL 2240 American Canoe Association (ACA) environmental interpretation and education, students will
84 Course Descriptions 8 apply communication psychology, interpretive principles subjectivity and objectivity) and related moral theories and use varied media to interpret natural resource, outdoor with attention given to deliberation and discussion about recreation and environmental subjects. Students will the nature, logical structure, factors and controversies prepare talks, design interpretive displays, and conduct involved in making moral decisions about contemporary environmental education activities. moral issues. Prerequisite(s): PREC 1241 or WILD 1265, and ENGL Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and 1511 or concurrent enrollment ENGL 0092 or placement above MnTC Goal Areas: 6 Grp II & 9 PREC 1255 Search Management Systems 2 Credits (Lecture Hours: 1.5, Lab Hours: 1) PHIL 1555 Introduction to Logical Reasoning This course will prepare agency personnel, wilderness 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) leaders and emergency response volunteers to plan and An introduction to the art of reasoning and critical implement a search for missing persons presumed lost. thinking, this course includes inductive and deductive Through use of workbook exercises, case studies, outdoor arguments, the recognition of fallacies, the assessment of skills practice and scenarios, students will learn incident the strengths and weaknesses of an argument, and the management principles, search assumptions, resources, practical application of logical thinking skills. objectives and strategies to use in real life situations. Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and Prerequisite(s): None ENGL 0092 or placement above MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp II PREC 1435 Wilderness Survival 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) PHIL 1575 Introduction to Philosophy This course introduces students to the basic decision- 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) making and primitive field skills necessary for personal This course is a study of the nature and domains of survival when confronted with unexpected, adverse and philosophy, including an examination of the significant remote outdoor circumstances. Students will be able to theories relating to epistemology (knowledge), prioritize human psychological and physiological needs metaphysics (reality), ontology(being), axiology (values), under various environmental circumstances, and perform the nature of human nature, political, and social the decision-making and tasks necessary for survival. philosophy, including some non-western viewpoints. Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and MATH 0092 or placement above ENGL 0092 or placement above MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp II PREC 2220 Wilderness and Park Management Internship 1 to 6 credits (Lab Hours: 80 hours per credit) This course provides structure to a work experience with PHYSICAL EDUCATION an agency or company related to this career field. This internship will offer the opportunity to learn from on-the- PHED 1210 Theory of Coaching job experience in outdoor recreation and resource 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) protection while evaluating skills for career preparation. This course will give individuals an introduction to the Students will be expected to complete 80 hours of on-the- coaching profession. It will cover topics such as: role of site work for each credit taken. This course may be taken the coach, administration responsibilities, liability and twice during a student’s academic coursework. legal issues, coaching philosophy, budgeting, facilities, Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1255, NRT 1211, PREC 1252, practice planning, psychology of coaching and a scope of WILD 1271, and 2.0 GPA. athletics in today’s society. Completion of this course fulfills the Minnesota High School League Coaching PREC 2256 Recreation Programming Education requirement of a coaching theory course. 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) Prerequisite(s): None This course explores the purpose and planning of recreation activities and events, including the essentials PHED 1315 Dogsledding and design concepts of program planning. Setting 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) objectives, organizational activities and evaluation of This is an introductory course designed to give the student programs will be covered. Emphasis is placed on student the skills and knowledge necessary for assisting in the involvement in planning and conducting programs for care and operation of a dog team. The course includes diverse populations in a variety of physical settings. lecture and field work in dogsledding history, equipment, Prerequisite(s): PREC 1241 or WILD 1265, OUTL 1251 and technique. Dog training, care and medical treatment, and issues relating to racing and freight dogsledding will PHILOSOPHY be addressed. Dogsledding trip included. Prerequisite(s): None
PHIL 1551 Introduction to Ethics PHED 1414 Introduction to Yoga 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) This course is an examination of basic ethical concepts This course introduces students to the fundamental (right and wrong, good and bad, duty, conscience,
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philosophies, skills, techniques and terms of yoga. Yoga PHED 1457 Sea Kayaking postures enhance flexibility, balance, strength, and relieve 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 0.2, Lab Hours: 1.6) stress, while focusing on mind/body awareness. Emphasis This introductory course will cover flat water kayaking is placed on the performance of yoga postures, breathing skills (strokes, rolling, etc.) and will include discussions exercises, meditation, and relaxation techniques. Students of various weather and water conditions. Students are will study an overview of the many health benefits expected to participate in classroom, and open water field through a yoga practice. trips or overnight outings are planned. It is recommended Prerequisite(s): None that a student have at least an intermediate swimming ability. PHED 1415 Weight Training Prerequisite(s): None 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) Fundamentals and practices of resistance exercise as PHED 1459 Canoeing employed for the development of the human body is the 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 0.2, Lab Hours: 1.6) focus of this course. Physical activity level: moderate to This course covers the basic canoe strokes, canoeing high safety, care and use of equipment. Paddling skills are Prerequisite(s): None developed during canoe outings or overnight trips. Prerequisite(s): None PHED 1417 Running for Fitness 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) PHED 1465 Winter Camping Designed for both the beginner as well as the advanced 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 0.2, Lab Hours: 1.6) competitive runner, Running for Fitness combines the This course is intended to familiarize the student with benefits of a good workout with the opportunity for winter conditions and to provide the knowledge and learning techniques to plan an individual running experience necessary to safely enjoy camping in cold program. The goal is better cardiovascular fitness, but environments. Topics include shelter construction, individual goals, such as weight loss or improved equipment selection and use, cold injuries, campsite competitive performance, will vary for each student. selection and minimum impact. A lab activity will Prerequisite(s): None encompass an overnight camping trip into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). PHED 1420 Strength and Speed Development Prerequisite(s): None 2 credits (Lab Hours: 4) Students will learn the basic principles of metabolic PHED 1469 Backpacking training, muscle strength and endurance training, and 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 0.4, Lab Hours: 1.2) cardiovascular training applied to athletic performance. This is a beginning course stressing technique and Specifically, the course will focus on the development of equipment. Safety and basic first aid, map and compass power, speed, acceleration, agility and quickness for the and route finding will be covered. Leave No Trace development of high-quality sport performance. Students camping methods will be discussed. The course will will design a testing scheme for sport performance, use feature a weekend wilderness camping trip. various modalities to analyze performance, and design a Prerequisite(s): None personal wellness plan. Students will also be introduced to strength training emphasizing muscle anatomy and PHED 1492 Clay Targets (Trap) physiology, adaptive responses of muscle tissue, safety 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) procedures, relationship to chronic disease, and types of This course requires participation in the clay target (trap) strength training routines using machines and free program. It provides the fundamentals, rules and weights. strategies of clay target (trap) and may be repeated for a Prerequisite(s): None maximum of two credits. Physical activity level: Low Prerequisite(s): None PHED 1441 Rock Climbing I 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 0.2, Lab Hours: 1.6) PHED 1495 Varsity Football This beginning course in rock climbing stresses the proper 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) use of safety equipment, knots, belaying systems, and This course requires participation in the varsity football techniques needed for ascending and descending cliffs. program. It provides the fundamentals, rules and Weekend climbing sessions are required. strategies of football and may be repeated for a maximum Prerequisite(s): None of two credits. Physical activity level: High Prerequisite(s): Doctor’s physical examination and proof PHED 1449 Walking for Fitness of medical insurance 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) This course is designed for the beginning fitness walker. PHED 1496 Varsity Volleyball It combines the benefits of a good workout with the 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) opportunity for learning techniques to plan an individual This course requires participation in the varsity volleyball walking program. Physical activity level: low to moderate program. It provides the fundamentals, rules and Prerequisite(s): None strategies of volleyball. It may be repeated for a maximum of two credits. Physical activity level: High
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PHED 1497 Varsity Basketball PHYS 1555 Fundamentals of College Physics 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) This course requires participation in the varsity basketball This course provides the student with a working program. It provides the fundamentals, rules and knowledge of some of the basic laws and principles of strategies of basketball and may be repeated for a physics, their historic development and how they apply to maximum of two credits. Physical activity level: High everyday life. Intended for non-science majors, this Prerequisite(s): Doctor’s physical examination and proof course provides the student with an introduction to science of medical insurance laboratory practices and procedures. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0092 or placement above, READ PHED 1498 Varsity Baseball 0092 or placement above, and MATH 0092 or placement 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) above This course requires participation in the varsity baseball MnTC Goal Area: 3 program with emphasis on fundamentals, rules, and strategies of baseball and may be repeated for a maximum POLITICAL SCIENCE of two credits. Physical activity level: High Prerequisite(s): Doctor’s physical examination and proof POLS 1555 Political Ideas and Institutions of medical insurance 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) This course is an analysis of the major philosophies, PHED 1499 Varsity Softball institutions and processes of government. 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and This course requires participation in the varsity softball ENGL 0092 or placement above program. It provides the fundamentals, rules and MnTC Goal Areas: 5 Grp I & 9 strategies of softball. It may be repeated for a maximum of two credits. Physical activity level: High POLS 1556 American Government Prerequisite(s): Doctor’s physical examination and proof 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) of medical insurance This course is a study of the structure and functions of the national government. PHED 1525 Physical Fitness, Wellness, and Nutrition Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and 1 credit (Lab Hours: 2) ENGL 0092 or placement above This course is intended to prepare students in the Criminal MnTC Goal Areas: 5 Grp I & 9 Justice AS program or the WWLE AAS program for the Physical Efficiency Battery (PEB) fitness test required POLS 1557 State and Local Government during skills training. Topics covered include body 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) composition, components of wellness, diet, physical This course is a study of the structure and functions of fitness and weight training. state and local governments. Emphasis is placed on Prerequisite(s): None Minnesota Government. Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and PHED 2220 Coaching Internship ENGL 0092 or placement above 1 credit (Lab Hours: 80 hours per credit) MnTC Goal Areas: 5 Grp I & 9 Designed to give students the opportunity to further develop coaching knowledge and experience in a practical coaching environment, this course provides structure to a PSYCHOLOGY work experience. The internship offers the opportunity for the student to broaden future career options by gaining on- PSYC 2457 Human Sexuality Credits: 3 the-job experience while working closely with a mentor 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) coach in a sport program. Students are expected to This course examines the varied dimensions of human complete 80 hours of on-the-site work for the credit taken. sexuality, gender, anatomy and physiology, social and The instructor will oversee associated academic psychological influence, ethics values and attitudes. coursework. This course may be repeated once. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0092 or placement above, and Prerequisite(s): 2.0 GPA READ 0092 or placement above MnTC Goal Areas: 5 Grp II & 7 PHED 2710 Independent Study-Physical Education 1 to 3 credits PSYC 2551 General Psychology This course is an opportunity to complete an independent 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) project under faculty supervision. This course is an introduction to a scientific micro-level Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor and Provost after a study of human behavior with an emphasis on the basic special petition has been filed. principles, concepts and procedures used in psychology. Major topics include development, perception, learning, memory, personality, abnormal and social psychology.
87 Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and SOC 1452 Crime and Delinquency ENGL 0092 or placement above 3 credits (Lecture Credits: 3) MnTC Goal Area: 5 Grp II This course examines crime and delinquency from the social and psychological view. Emphasis will be placed PSYC 2567 Lifespan Development Psychology upon the definition, nature causes and degree of criminal 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) and delinquent behavior and its effect upon society. This course is a theoretical examination of physical, Prerequisite(s): SOC 1555 cognitive, emotional, and social development which MnTC Goal Areas: 5 Grp II & 9 occurs across the life span: infancy, early to late childhood, adolescence, early to late adulthood, and death SOC 1555 Introduction to Sociology and dying. 3 credits (Lecture hours: 3) Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2551 This course examines the characteristics of human group MnTC Goal Area: 5 Grp II life, factors associated with development of human group life and social environment, structure of social PSYC 2710 Independent Study environment and its influence upon an individual’s 1 to 3 credits behavior. This course is an opportunity to complete an independent Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and project under faculty supervision. ENGL 0092 or placement above Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor and Provost after a MnTC Goal Areas: 5 Grp II & 7 special petition has been filed. SOC 1565 Social Problems 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) READING This course is an extended examination of social problems, both domestic and international. The course READ 0090 Preparation for College Reading I + II focuses on structural conditions that contribute to societal 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 4) and personal problems. Preparation for College Reading I + II is a combined Prerequisite(s): SOC 1555 and ENGL 1511 beginning- and intermediate-level developmental reading MnTC Goal Areas: 7 & 8 course designed to prepare students for college-level reading. Emphasis is on the development of reading SOC 2475 Society and Computer Issues fluency and comprehension including independent and 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) self-regulated reading, active reading strategies, textual Integrating technology into our lives presents many analysis, and reading behaviors that influence reading issues. In this course students will be encouraged to think engagement. Only grades of A, B, C (passing) or NC, NN, about issues of computer ethics, including privacy, W (not passing) will be assigned. intellectual property rights and computer security. Prerequisite(s): None Ergonomics, green computing, computer addiction, and maintaining an overall healthy balance of technology in READ 0092 Preparation for College Reading II daily life will be discussed. 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and Preparation for College Reading II is an intermediate- ENGL 0092 or placement above level developmental reading course designed to prepare MnTC Goal Area: 9 students for college-level reading. Emphasis is on the development of reading fluency and comprehension SOC 2575 Environmental Sociology including independent and self-regulated reading, active 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) reading strategies, textual analysis, and reading behaviors This course examines the social causes and social that influence reading engagement. Only grades of A, B, consequences of environmental problems, C (passing) or NC, NN, W (not passing) will be assigned. interrelationship between social inequality and Prerequisite(s): Classic ACCUPLACER score 54 and environmental inequality, environmental racism, the Next-Generation ACCUPLACER score 235 social construction of nature and the environment, environmental mobilization and movements. SOCIOLOGY Prerequisite(s): SOC 1555 and ENGL 1511 MnTC Goal Areas: 8 & 10 SOC 1451 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) SOC 2710 Independent Study This course is an introduction to Criminal Justice and 1 to 3 credits provides students with an analysis of the criminal justice This course is an opportunity to complete an independent system in the United States. Topics include criminal law project under faculty supervision. and the roles and relationships of agencies of crime and Prerequisite(s): SOC 1555 & Consent of Instructor and delinquency prevention, police, courts and corrections. Provost after a special petition has been filed Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and ENGL 0092 or placement above MnTC Goal Areas: 5 Grp II & 9
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SPEECH MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III THTR 1525 Theatre Participation: Production SPCH 1555 Introduction to Speech Practicum 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) 1 credit (Lab Hours: As needed/required for rehearsals This course is an introduction to public speaking and basic and performances) oral communication. This course is designed to give students a hands-on Prerequisite(s): None experience in some technical aspect(s) of theatre - MnTC Goal Area: 1 lighting, sound, set design/construction, running crew, etc. Interviews with the technical and artistic directors are SPCH 1565 Interpersonal Communication required. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) 2 credits. Students will develop the process of exchanging verbal Prerequisite(s): None and non-verbal messages in order to understand, develop, MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III and influence human relationships. Prerequisite(s): None THTR 1535 Theatre Participation: Performance MnTC Goal Area: 1 Practicum 3 credits (Lab Hours: As needed/required for rehearsals SPCH 1575 Intercultural Communication and performances) 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) This course is designed to give students a hands-on This course focuses on the theory and practice of experience in one or more aspect(s) of theatre - acting, intercultural communication skills. The course material singing, and dancing. Auditioning for on-stage roles is will increase the student’s knowledge of different required. This course may be repeated for a maximum of cultures, and improve their day-to-day interactions with 6 credits. other persons of different cultures. Major ethnic cultures, Prerequisite(s): None as well as significant co-cultures, will become focus of MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III study. Topics explored: defining culture, differences and similarities in using verbal and nonverbal symbols among THTR 1565 Beginning Acting different cultures, barriers to effective intercultural 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) communication, interactive listening, and strategies for This course is designed for the beginning actor to explore bridging cultural differences. acting theory, character development, and theater history Prerequisite(s): None and literature through class lecture, readings, discussion MnTC Goal Areas: 1 & 7 and participation in in-class exercises and performances. The student will develop his/ her acting instruments of SPCH 2710 Independent Study – Speech voice, posture, facial expression and gesture through 1 to 3 credits exercises. This course is an opportunity to complete an independent Prerequisite(s): None project under faculty supervision. MnTC Goal Area: 6 Grp III Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor and Provost after a special petition has been filed. VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY THEATER VTCH 1215 Introduction to Veterinary Technology 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) THTR 1421 Peer Theater This course is an introduction to the profession. Topics 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) covered will include career options, veterinary legal Peer Theater gives students an introduction to a hands-on considerations, the value of professional organizations, experience in acting. Students will learn basic theater crisis intervention/grief management skills with clients, terminology and staging skills, and will engage in the and the importance of continuing education. Safety in the creative process and interpretive performance as they workplace and the role of the veterinary technician in rehearse and present short scenes generally performed for keeping livestock safe from exotic disease (biosecurity) the Vermilion student body or a special population. Peer are also covered. Theater entails an educational as well as entertainment Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Vet Tech program function. Note: Peer Theater may be offered as a pre- semester course for performance during new student VTCH 1225 Medical Terminology orientation in the fall. In this case the course is held the 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) week prior to the regular academic year and is only This course introduces students to vocabulary commonly available to returning Vermilion students. Students who encountered in veterinary medicine. Terminology related take the class at this time receive a stipend equal to to anatomy, procedures, and healthy and diseased states resident tuition is covered. Students will learn to construct medical terms Prerequisite(s): None. See note above if taking this class using prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Additionally, non- as the pre-semester fall course for new student orientation.
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scientific but common veterinary-specific terminology is commonly encountered behavioral problems reported by introduced. clients in these species. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Vet Tech program Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in VTCH 1235
VTCH 1235 Animal Husbandry VTCH 2215 Clinical Pathology 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) Animal husbandry introduces students to the species Clinical pathology focuses on hematology, cytology, and commonly encountered in veterinary practice. Students urine analysis. Proper collection, sample preparation, and will learn to recognize breeds and determine the sex of staining techniques are discussed. Students use various species. Safe restraint, humane treatment, proper microscopes as well as blood analysis machinery to housing, nutrition, and common husbandry-related perform common examinations. Specialized in house illnesses will be covered. Additionally, students are testing (ELISA) as well as tests typically performed at introduced to the ethics of and techniques for humane reference laboratories are covered. euthanasia. Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in each BIOL Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Vet Tech program 1545 and VTCH 1345.
VTCH 1315 Medical Math VTCH 2220 Veterinary Technician Internship 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) 1-6 credits ((Lab Hours: 80 hours per credit) This course teaches students how to calculate dosages, use This course provides structure to a work experience with English and metric units of measurement, and calculate an agency or company related to this career field. This rations and rates. internship will offer the opportunity for the student to Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Vet Tech program further develop on-the-job experience related to this field of study and enhance future career options. Students will VTCH 1345 Comparative Anatomy and Physiology be expected to complete 80 hours of on-the-site work for 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) each credit taken. The instructor/coordinator will oversee This course will teach students anatomical structures and associated academic coursework. This course may be basic physiological body functions of domestic animals. repeated once during a student’s academic coursework. Differences among selected species will be of particular Prerequisite(s): Completion of first two years VTCH focus. Body systems discussed will include integument, coursework, each course with a grade of “C” or better. musculoskeletal, sensory, neural, cardio-vascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, and VTCH 2225 Parasitology reproductive. 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in VTCH 1225. Parasitology is a survey of both internal and external parasites of domestic species. Life cycles, disease VTCH 1351 Pharmacology l transmission, diagnosis, and treatment are examined. 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in each, BIOL Topics include principles of pharmacology, labeling 1545, VTCH 1345, and VTCH 1351. drugs, using weights and measures and calculating drug dosages, managing inventory of controlled substances, VTCH 2235 Disease and Preventative Care explaining the appropriate routes and methods of drug 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) administration. In this course students learn about common infectious and Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into Vet Tech program, and non-infectious conditions and measures that can be used CHEM 1511 to prevent or limit the course of disease. Vaccination, weight management, and dentistry are among topics VTCH 1352 Pharmacology lI covered. 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in each, VTCH This course expands on principles presented in 1235, VTCH 1345, and VTCH 1351. Pharmacology I. Students will utilize knowledge gained in prior coursework to explore general pharmacological VTCH 2315 Veterinary Hospital Procedures principles of the following types and groups of drugs: 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) antibacterials, gastrointestinal, anti-inflammatories, This course introduces common business procedures used nutraceuticals, ophthalmics, otics, dermatologicals, and in veterinary practice such as bill collection, appointment chemotherapy. scheduling, telephone techniques, record keeping, Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in each, VTCH merchandising, and supervision of employees. The course 1315 and VTCH 1351. includes follow-up and discharge procedures, filing and record retention, and using the computer in veterinary VTCH 1355 Animal Behavior medicine. 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in each, VTCH This course will teach students how to identify behavior 1215, VTCH 1352, and VTCH 2235. signals of the dog, cat, horse, pocket pets, and reptiles. This course will also teach students some of the most
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VTCH 2325 Introduction to Laboratory Surgical nursing includes the topics of patient positioning Animals/Exotics and preparation, aseptic technique, instrumentation, intra 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) operative monitoring, post-operative monitoring, and Husbandry and handling of common laboratory animals, analgesia. "pocket pets," birds, and reptiles are introduced in this Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in each, VTCH course. In addition to husbandry, common illnesses and 2235, VTCH 2411, and VTCH 2421. their treatment, common clinical procedures and euthanasia are taught. VTCH 2530 Anesthesiology Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in each, VTCH 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) 1235, VTCH 1352, VTCH 2225, and VTCH 2235. This course covers the technician's role in record keeping of controlled drugs, premedicating, induction and VTCH 2335 Introduction to Imaging maintenance of anesthesia, and patient monitoring. 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 1) Students will gain exposure to both injectable and gas Both radiology and ultrasonography are introduced in this anesthetic agents. Local anesthetics, nerve blocks and course. After gaining understanding of the physics and analgesia are also discussed. safety elements of these modalities, students will learn to Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in each, VTCH position patients, take X-rays, assess film for technique 1352, VTCH 2411, and VTCH 2421. quality, and use an ultrasound for common procedures. Proper maintenance of machinery and developers is VTCH 2540 Emergency and Critical Care Nursing discussed. 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in VTCH 1315. Emergency/Critical Care Nursing introduces the skills needed to care for the patients that need care the most. VTCH 2411 Small Animal Nursing I Coursework will focus on fluid therapy, advanced 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) monitoring, and analgesia. This course introduces the student to concepts including Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in VTCH 2411. record keeping, taking histories, initial physical exam, basic grooming procedures, animal restraint, collection of VTCH 2570 Kennel/Shelter Medicine urine and fecal samples, administration of treatments, and 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) injection techniques. Students are exposed to issues related to housing groups Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in each, VTCH of companion animals. Husbandry issues, group health, 1352, VTCH 2215, and VTCH 2235. and “herd” economics are covered. Students will spend time at a humane society and a sled dog kennel. VTCH 2412 Small Animal Nursing II Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in each, VTCH 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) 2225, VTCH 2235, and VTCH 2411. This course expands on skills acquired in Small Animal Nursing I. Skills that are taught include wound VTCH 2590 National Exam Prep management, bandaging, IV catheter placement, and 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) administration of IV fluids and treatments. Test taking strategies are taught and practice exams are Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in VTCH 2411. taken for both state and national licensure. Prerequisite(s): VTCH 2220 with a grade of “C” or better VTCH 2421 Large Animal Nursing I and concurrent enrollment in VTCH 2510, VTCH 2530, 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) VTCH 2570, and VTCH 2412 or VTCH 2422. This course introduces the livestock and equine industry and the various species of large animal livestock. Includes livestock terminology, basic management practices, WATER QUALITY preventive medicine, lameness examinations, and necropsy. Techniques covered will include restraint, WQAL/WSHD 1255 Water Resources Field Visits behavior, venipuncture, and medical and surgical nursing 2 credits for WQAL 1255, 1 credit for WSHD 1255 procedures of large production animals and equines. (Lab Hours: 4) Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in each, VTCH This course is a weekly visit to area and regional water 1352, VTCH 2215, and VTCH 2235. projects, or guest speakers. Topics may include laboratories, government water agencies, engineering and VTCH 2422 Large Animal Nursing II consulting firms, industries, research activities, water and 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) wastewater treatment systems, well drilling, biosolids, Students expand on skills developed in Large Animal and hydrologic activities. Nursing I. Bandaging, wound management, and teeth Prerequisite(s): None floating are introduced. Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in VTCH 2421. WQAL 1257 System Hydraulics 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) VTCH 2510 Surgical Nursing Study theory, design and applications of equipment used 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 4) in the water resources field: pumps, piping, mechanical systems, water distribution supply, and storage,
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wastewater collection, lift stations, storm water systems, Prerequisite(s): WQAL 1651; WQAL 1652; mechanical maintenance, management and energy WSHD/WQAL 2265, and 2.0 GPA efficiency. This includes the design and selection of equipment, total dynamic head, equipment WQAL/WSHD 2265 Water and Wastewater Analysis manufacturer’s visits, cost analysis and recovery and a I field project in the area. 5 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 6) Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, ENGL This course includes chemical and biological analysis of 0092 or placement above, and MATH 0093 or placement water, wastewaters, surface and groundwater. Volumetric, above gravimetric, colorimetric, instrumentation and microbiological procedures are covered. Topics include WQAL 1651 Water Treatment lab safety, theory, test applications, sampling, QA/QC, 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) analytical procedures, troubleshooting and essential This course is a comprehensive study of water source and laboratory skills. supply, pollutants and principles of drinking water Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1511 or CHEM 1551 treatment, chemical dosages, softening, disinfection, fluoridation, system strategies and economics. It includes WQAL/WSHD 2267 Watershed Management Safe Drinking Water Act, Minnesota State Water 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) Operators Certification Exam preparation, and Apply team building and personal communication skills fundamental management concepts. to the development of basin-wide watershed management Prerequisite(s): MATH 0091 or placement above and planning. Study fundamental water resources READ 0090 or placement above management concepts as applied to the water/wastewater industry and the natural environment. Use techniques and WQAL 1652 Wastewater Treatment knowledge that have been developed in prior courses 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) within the water resources curriculum to manage water This course offers a practical and theoretical approach to resources from a watershed perspective. Public relations basic and advanced wastewater treatment and pollution and leadership skills will be emphasized in relation to control. Students will investigate a variety of pollutant achieving stakeholder consensus for basin-wide types and effects on surface water and ground water. watershed management plans/projects. This course Design, construction, operation and maintenance includes a focus on Comprehensive Local Water strategies, and water quality standards for municipal and Management Plans based on local priorities which link industrial treatment systems will be addressed. many land-use decisions with local goals for surface and Preparation for Minnesota State Wastewater Operators groundwater protection and management. Certification Exam will be a component of this course. Prerequisite(s): WQAL/WSHD 1656; NRT 2315 (or Prerequisite(s): MATH 0091 or placement above and concurrently) READ 0090 or placement above WQAL 2269 Water & Wastewater Analysis II WQAL/WSHD 1656 Environmental Compliance 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 4) 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) This course is a continuation of WQAL/WSHD 2265 This course is a comprehensive coverage of federal, state, Water & Wastewater Analysis I. The course addresses and local environmental laws and regulations advanced water analyses specific for process control of emphasizing those affecting water, wastewater treatment, water and wastewater systems. and watershed management. Policy development, Prerequisite(s): WQAL/WSHD 2265 program implementation, permitting, certification and enforcement are discussed. Basic field measurements that are encountered in the natural resources environment will WATERSHED SCIENCE also be introduced. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0090 or placement above, READ WSHD/ WQAL 1255 Water Resources Field Visits 0090 or placement above, and MATH 0091 or placement 2 credits for WQAL 1255, 1 credit for WSHD 1255 above (Lab Hours: 4) This course is a weekly visit to area and regional water WQAL/WSHD 2220 Water Resources Internship projects, or guest speakers. Topics may include 1 to 6 credits (Lab Hours: 80 hours per credit) laboratories, government water agencies, engineering and This field experience course provides structure to a work consulting firms, industries, research activities, water and experience with an agency or company related to the wastewater treatment systems, well drilling, biosolids, water resources field. This internship will offer the and hydrologic activities. opportunity for the student to further develop on-the-job Prerequisite(s): None experience related to this field of study and enhance future career options. Students will be expected to complete 80 WSHD/ WQAL 1656 Environmental Compliance hours of on-the-site work for each credit taken. The 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) instructor/coordinator will oversee associated academic This course is a comprehensive coverage of federal, state, coursework. This course may be repeated once during and local environmental laws and regulations student’s academic coursework. emphasizing those affecting water, wastewater treatment,
92 Course Descriptions 8 and watershed management. Policy development, includes a focus on Comprehensive Local Water program implementation, permitting, certification and Management Plans based on local priorities which link enforcement are discussed. Basic field measurements that many land-use decisions with local goals for surface and are encountered in the natural resources environment will groundwater protection and management. also be introduced. Prerequisite(s): WQAL/WSHD 1656; NRT 2315 (or Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0091 or placement above, READ concurrently) 0091 or placement above and MATH 0091 or placement above WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT WSHD/ WQAL 2220 Water Resources Internship 1 to 6 credits (Lab Hours: 80 hours per credit) WILD 1220 International Land Preservation Systems This field experience course provides structure to a work Field Experience experience with an agency or company related to the 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 1) water resources field. This internship will offer the This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of opportunity for the student to further develop on-the-job international land preservation systems, and it includes experience related to this field of study and enhance future the exploration of wilderness and preserves, in a specified career options. Students will be expected to complete 80 country through research and travel. Students will explore hours of on-the-site work for each credit taken. The international protected areas in predefined countries. This instructor/coordinator will oversee associated academic experience will be a discovery of how people and culture coursework. This course may be repeated once during define perspectives of wilderness. The student will student’s academic coursework. understand the positive and negative aspects of eco- Prerequisite(s): WQAL 1651; WQAL 1652; tourism and how it affects the host country. This course WSHD/WQAL 2265, and 2.0 GPA may be taken up to six times during a student’s academic coursework. WSHD 2258 Soils and Hydrology Prerequisite(s): None 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) This course is a systematic introduction to forest soils and WILD 1265 Introduction to Wilderness and Park the hydrologic cycle, emphasizing their effects on forest Management productivity and watersheds, and their role in forest and 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) water resource management. Soil development, Students will be provided with an introduction to the properties, identification and mapping are covered along wilderness and park concepts and land conservation in the with the principle of the hydrologic cycle and its United States. An overview of the Wilderness and Park component processes. Basic techniques of soil property Management Program at Vermilion will be presented with measurement and hydrologic data collection and analysis emphasis on its pre-professional nature and its career are practiced in the lab and in the field. opportunities. Topics include the history of wilderness Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1541 or BIOL 1545 and parks in the United States, the Wilderness Act of 1964 and other land protection legislation and mechanisms, WSHD/ WQAL 2265 Water and Wastewater Analysis anthropocentric and biocentric land use perspectives, I wilderness pioneers, land management agencies, wildland 5 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 6) advocacy organizations, and an overview of This course includes chemical and biological analysis of contemporary wilderness and park management water, wastewaters, surface and groundwater. Volumetric, philosophy and techniques. gravimetric, colorimetric, instrumentation and Prerequisite(s): READ 0092 or placement above, and microbiological procedures are covered. Topics include ENGL 0092 or placement above lab safety, theory, test applications, sampling, QA/QC, analytical procedures, troubleshooting and essential WILD 1271 Wilderness and Park Maintenance laboratory skills. 4 credits (Lecture Hours: 3, Lab Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1511 or CHEM 1551 This course introduces the student to the basics of front and back country trail, campsite, grounds and facility WSHD/ WQAL 2267 Watershed Management maintenance. Topics will include site evaluation, planning 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 2, Lab Hours: 2) and design for maintenance efficiency, maintenance Apply team building and personal communication skills standards, and resource/user safety. This course gives the to the development of basin-wide watershed management student the opportunity to work with tools and techniques planning. Study fundamental water resources in order to develop and maintain the wilderness and park management concepts as applied to the water/wastewater resource. Field work will be accomplished primarily industry and the natural environment. Use techniques and through United States Forest Service, Minnesota State knowledge that have been developed in prior courses Park and local community projects. Students will obtain within the water resources curriculum to manage water traditional tool certification from the Forest Service. resources from a watershed perspective. Public relations Prerequisite(s): WILD 1265 or PREC 1241 and leadership skills will be emphasized in relation to achieving stakeholder consensus for basin-wide watershed management plans/projects. This course
93 WILD 1420 Wilderness Topics Principles of wilderness policy emphasizing the 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) interaction between the law, the managing agency, and the This course is an examination of special wilderness topics, wilderness resource will be discussed. Students will learn which may include but is not limited to, research and specific applications of National Environmental Policy exploration of wilderness areas and issues in the United Act used by managing agencies. Students will understand States and worldwide. the public hearing process which is a part of Limits of Prerequisite(s): WILD 1265, ENGL 1511 Acceptable Change (LAC). Students will explore special interest groups, environmental litigation, and will WILD 2272 International Land Preservation Systems understand how a bill becomes a law. 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 1, Lab Hours: 2) Prerequisite(s): WILD 1265 This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of International Land Preservation Systems that will provide WILD 2277 Wilderness Horse Packing an exploration of wilderness and preserves. Students will 1 credit (Lecture Hours: 0.5, Lab Hours: 1) learn how biodiversity fits into the concept of cultural The principles of Wilderness Horse Packing will diversity, with an explanation of the differences between emphasize the interaction between the rider, the horse and our system of wilderness preservation and that in other the wilderness resource. Students will understand horse countries, as well as a brief look at protected areas around conformation which will enable a student to select the the globe. Students will discuss buffer zones and proper horse for a particular task. Students will learn sustainable development. Students will discover how specific applications used by professional horse packers people and culture define perspectives of wilderness. and "Leave No Trace" horse camping and packing Students will understand the positive and negative aspects techniques. of eco-tourism and how it affects the host country. The lab Prerequisite(s): WILD 1265 or Instructor Permission component will involve a travel experience to compare/contrast the respective management histories, WILD 2278 Wilderness Institute issues and practices of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area 4 credits (Lab Hours: 8) Wilderness and Quetico Provincial Park. This course will present the basic concepts of outdoor Prerequisite(s): WILD 2275 living and the student will gain an understanding of wilderness while traveling within the United States or WILD 2275 Wilderness Management Philosophy possibly abroad. Students will examine survival, 3 credits (Lecture Hours: 3) environmental and political issues concerning wilderness. This course in wilderness management philosophy will The curriculum includes safety, judgment, teamwork, provide a discussion of U.S. wilderness philosophy and primitive tool skills, outdoor skills, leadership, the personages that formed it. Students will review the environmental ethics, backpacking skills, and possibly Wilderness Act of 1964 as well as management and user horse handling and packing skills. The days will be spent implications from the act. Topics include wilderness traveling, camping, learning wilderness skills, using tools ethics, low impact travel and use, visitor management, on agency projects and developing leadership skills. commercial enterprise, non-recreational values of Students will experience living and working in the wilderness, cultural resources, law enforcement, limits of outdoors for various land management agencies. acceptable change, wildlife management, prescribed fire Prerequisite(s): WILD 1265 and fire control. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1511; WILD 1265 or PREC 1241 WILD 2710 Independent Study – Wilderness 1 to 3 credits WILD 2276 Wilderness Policy & Politics This course is an opportunity to complete an independent 2 credits (Lecture Hours: 2) project under faculty supervision. Students will receive a comprehensive history of Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor and Provost after a conservation politics from Teddy Roosevelt to the present special petition has been filed. (only concerning wilderness and preservation policy).
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Chapter 9: Continuing Education
Our Mission Road Scholar Programs Vermilion Community College promotes life-long Road Scholar is the name for the programs learning opportunities and fulfills individual, developed and offered by Elderhostel, Inc., the not- community, and business requests for training for-profit world leader in lifelong learning since through quality instruction delivered on campus, at 1975. Road Scholar’s mission is to empower adults requested locations, and through distance learning to explore the world’s places, peoples, cultures and formats. ideas, and in so doing discover more about themselves. We are proud to have sponsored Road Advanced Minnesota Scholar programs since 1984, and currently host a As the training provider of choice for northeastern variety of programs year round. Most programs Minnesota, everything we do builds individual include a natural history component such as wolf skills and regional economic vitality. ecology and northern birds. Active outdoor programs let participants experience canoeing and Our mission will be accomplished through two hiking, and an intergenerational wolf program is strategies: offered in cooperation with the International Wolf 1. Provide customized training and Center. (For additional information or to sign up, go continuing education programming to to www.roadscholar.org and search for “Vermilion meet the needs of business and industry in Community College”.) the region 2. Bring four-year and graduate degree Conferencing and Training programs to the region to enhance The Outdoor Learning Center and the individual skills Water Operator Training Facility In addition to the usual classroom, lecture hall, Advanced Minnesota: Training for Trades and theater, and laboratory space typically found at Technology integrates what are now five separate, colleges, Vermilion is also fortunate to have the competitive operations into a single thriving Outdoor Learning Center available for learning enterprise while retaining community access via endeavors. Complete with a waterfront, classroom, the Northeast Higher Education District colleges dining room, and cabins for overnight lodging, this (Hibbing Community College, Mesabi Range facility is perfect for courses and trainings with an Community and Technical College, Itasca outdoor focus. A drinking water treatment training Community College, Vermilion Community facility, referred to as the SWAMP (Safe Water for College, and Rainy River Community College). All Minnesota People) is also available for drinking water operator training. This specialized classroom More information is available on the website includes the water treatment equipment necessary (www.advancedmn.org/). for hands-on learning for trainees seeking remote operator certifications. Contact 218-235-2169 for more information about space rental.
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Faculty
Bontems, Roger Hill, Allison Chemistry Veterinary Technology B.S. Arizona State A.A. Mesabi Range College Ph.D. Arizona State A.A.S. Duluth Business University
Burum, Justin Hughes, Peter Biology Veterinary Technology B.A Gustavus Adolphus College B.A. Cornell College B.S Minnesota State University- Mankato D.V.M. Iowa State University Ph.D. University of North Dakota Kainz, Jessica Brodt, Holly Veterinary Technology Criminal Justice A.S. Vermilion Community College B.S. Northwestern College A.A.S. Argosy University
Carlson, Mark Klingsporn, Wade Outdoor Leadership Water Resources B.S. Minnesota State University - Mankato A.S. Vermilion Community College M.A. University of Minnesota B.S. University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point M.S. University of Idaho Coombe, Tom Baseball Coach Klun, Kelly B.S. University of Minnesota-Duluth Business M.B.A. University of Minnesota Cowley, Kate Juris Doctorate Hamline University Counselor, Advisor B.A. New School University Koch, Rita M.S.W. University of St. Thomas/St. Catherine Natural Resource Technology University B.S. University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point
Groeninger, Mary Koivisto, Christopher English Art B.A. University of Virginia B.A. Gustavus Adolphus College M.E.D. University of Massachusetts - Amherst M.F.A. University of North Dakota M.A. Carnegie Mellon University Kosik, Justin Heiman, Megan Health, Football, Physical Education English, Reading B.A. Texas State University B.A. University of Evansville M.S. A.T. Still University M.F.A. Spalding University Kosik, Nicole Helms, William Athletic Director, Volleyball Coach and English Women’s Basketball Coach B.A. University of Virginia B.A. California Polytechnic University, Pomona M.F.A. University of Pittsburgh M.A. Concordia University, Irvine, CA
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Kucera, Joseph Skelton, Sara Mathematics Fine Arts, Humanities A.A. Central Lakes College B.M. St. Olaf College B.A. Jamestown College B.S. University of Minnesota M.S. University of North Dakota M.F.A. University of Minnesota
Loney, Timothy Sponholz, Sarah Sociology, Diversity Mathematics M.A. Minnesota State University-Mankato. B.A. St. Olaf College M.A. University of Minnesota- Duluth Nelson, Alyssa Health, Wilderness & Park Management Terwilliger, John A.A.S Vermilion Community College Natural Resource Technology B.A.S University of Idaho. B.S. Colorado State University M.S. University of Minnesota - Duluth Nelson, Marja Speech, Psychology Tikkanen, Craig B.A. St. Olaf College Natural Resource Technology M.S. University of Wisconsin - River Falls B.S. Bemidji State University M.S. Iowa State University Petersen, Reed History, Political Science, Men’s Basketball Waugh, Marcus B.A. Gustavus Adolphus College Football, Softball M.S. Minnesota State University-Mankato A.A. Vermilion Community College
Ross, Carroll (CJ) Wilson, Melissa Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement Counseling, TRIO Student Support Services B.A. University of Maryland A.A. Mesabi Range College M.S. Troy State University B.S. University of Wisconsin Superior
Schmidt, Lori Natural Resource Technology A.A. Vermilion Community College A.A.S. Vermilion Community College B.S. University of Minnesota M.F. Lakehead University - Canada
Administration
Raich, Michael Bradach, Carmen Interim President, Northeast Higher Education Director of Human Resources District B.A. University of Minnesota - Duluth
Kedrowski, Karen Bina, Shawn Vice President, Northeast Higher Education Provost, Vermilion Community College District B.A. Luther College B.A. Metropolitan State University M.S. Iowa State University M.S. St. Cloud State University
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Bennett, Thomas Hartman, Chris Recruiting Coordinator Road Scholar Program A.A. Itasca Community College B.A. Chatham University B.A. College of St. Scholastica M.B.A. Lakeland University Hegenbarth, Christine Instructional Services Director, Registrar, and Chambers, Marcia Concurrent Enrollment Retention Specialist, TRIO Student Support B.S. University of Wisconsin, River Falls Services B.A. University of South Florida Horvat, Annette Supervisor of Academic Resources & TRIO Chase, Louise Student Support Services Enrollment Representative A.A. Mesabi Community College A.A. North Hennepin Community College A.S. Vermilion Community College B.S. Moorhead State University A.A.S. Vermilion Community College B.A. College of St. Scholastica Clay, Stephanie M.S. Southwest Minnesota State University Food Service Worker, Maintenance Johnston, Molly Cox, Jeanette Academic Advisor, Assessment, Disability Academic Support Specialist, Academic Services Resource Center/TRIO Student Support Services B.S. University of Wisconsin – LaCrosse B.A. University of Minnesota Larson, Richard Dyste, Donna Customer Service Specialist, Professional Math Food Service Worker Tutor Financial Aid, Academic Resource Center/TRIO Erzar, Debbie Student Support Services Library Technician B.S. Mathematics and Physics Bemidji State University Field, Ian General Maintenance Worker Loushin, Cynthia A.A. Vermilion Community College Office Administrative Specialist
Gauthier, Michael Mackie, Gregory General Maintenance Worker General Repair Worker
Guy-Levar, Sarah Marshall, David Executive Director, Vermilion Foundation Director of Facilities and Auxiliary Services B.S. University of Minnesota- Twin Cities B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth
Hanninen, Mandy Martin, Thomas Food Service Cook, Maintenance Assistant Director of Residence Life and Student Life Harding, Shannan A.A. Vermilion Community College District Project Retention Assistant, TRIO A.A.S. Vermilion Community College Student Support Services B.S. University of Wisconsin - Superior A.A. Vermilion Community College B.S. University of Wisconsin – Superior Morris, Deb M.Ed. Northern Arizona University Food Service Worker
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Muellerleile, Mary Thole, Rosario Accounting Technician Food Service Worker A.A.S. Vermilion Community College B.A. University of Minnesota - Duluth Velcheff, Tamera Food Service Cook Coordinator, General Nelson, Jeffrey Maintenance Worker Director of Enrollment and Student Services B.A. St. John’s University Walter, Sandy M.A. College of St. Scholastica General Maintenance Worker
Podominick, Raymond Weber, Hannah Bookstore, Financial Aid Food Service Worker A.A. Vermilion Community College B.S. Bemidji State University Zupancich, Michelle Executive Assistant to the Provost, Perkins Raati, Leonard Coordinator General Repair Worker A.A. Vermilion Community College B.S. University of Minnesota – Duluth
99 A Associate of Arts Degree ...... 50 Ability to Benefit, Admission ...... 9 Associate of Science Degree ...... 50-51 Academic Advising ...... 25 Athletics – Intercollegiate ...... 25 Academic Appeals ...... 30 Athletics – Intramurals ...... 25 Academic Assessment ...... 25 Attendance ...... 30 Academic Awards...... 45-51 Auditing a Course ...... 22, 30 Academic Campus Policies ...... 34-44 Awarding of Two Degrees...... 30-31 Academic Credit ...... 30 Academic Dishonesty ...... 30, 34 B Academic Forgiveness Policy ...... 34-35, 38-39 Backcountry Guide Certificate ...... 63 Academic Honors Graduate ...... 30 Biology, courses ...... 67-69 Academic Honors List ...... 30 Bookstore ...... 25 Academic Information ...... 30-31 Business Programs ...... 54-55 Academic Appeals ...... 30 Business Office ...... 25 Academic Credit ...... 30 Business Transfer Pathway AS ...... 54 Academic Dishonesty ...... 30 Business, courses ...... 69-70 Academic Honors Graduate ...... 30 Academic Honors List ...... 30 C Attendance ...... 30 Campus Visit Program ...... 8 Auditing a Course ...... 22, 30 Career and Placement ...... 25-26 Awarding of Two Degrees ...... 30-31 Career Information ...... 15 Credit Load ...... 31 Career Orientation, courses ...... 70 Double Majors ...... 30-31 Certificate ...... 51 Early Placement Option ...... 31 Chemistry, courses...... 70 Faculty Office Hours ...... 31 Clubs and Organizations ...... 26 Final Examinations ...... 31 Coaching Certificate ...... 55 Time Limit for Meeting Graduation Code of Conduct ...... 39-40 Requirements ...... 31 College Campus ...... 6 Academic Resource Center...... 25 College Costs ...... 22-23 Academic Standing / Financial Aid Satisfactory College Level Examination Program (CLEP) ...... 32 Academic Progress Policy ...... 35-39 Completion Percentage, SAP ...... 35 Accounting, courses ...... 65 Computer Labs and Services ...... 26 Accreditation ...... 6 Computer Science, courses ...... 70 Administration ...... 97 Concurrent Enrollment Program ...... 15 Admissions ...... 8-16, 25 Confidentiality Student Records/Data Privacy ... 40-42 Appeal ...... 15 Consortium Credits, SAP ...... 39 Policy and Requirements ...... 8-9 Continuing Education ...... 95 Procedures ...... 10-15 Counseling Services ...... 26 First-year Students ...... 10 Counseling, courses ...... 70-71 International Students ...... 12-13 Course Descriptions ...... 65-94 Non-degree Seeking Students ...... 13 Credit Award Alternatives ...... 31-33 PSEO Students ...... 13-15 Advanced Placement ...... 31-32 Transfer Students ...... 10-12 College Level Examination Program (CLEP) ...... 32 Advanced Minnesota ...... 95 Credit by Examination ...... 32 Advanced Placement ...... 31-32 Credit for Prior Learning ...... 32-33 Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity ...... 2, 7 Credit or Waiver for Armed Services Training .... 33 Americans with Disabilities Act ...... 7 Independent Study...... 33 Anthropology, course ...... 65 International Baccalaureate Program ...... 33 Application Fee ...... 22 Test Out ...... 32 Architecture, courses ...... 65 Credit by Examination ...... 32 Armed Forces, Credits and Refunds for Active Duty Credit for Prior Learning ...... 32-33 Calls ...... 24 Credit Load ...... 31 Art, courses ...... 65-57 Credit or Waiver for Armed Services Training ...... 33 Articulation Agreements for Transfer ...... 49-50 Criminal Justice – Police Science AS ...... 56 Assessment for Course Placement ...... 17-18 Criminal Justice, courses ...... 71-73 Associate of Applied Science Degree ...... 51
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D History, courses ...... 78 Degree Audit Reporting System ...... 26 Honors Graduate ...... 30 Developmental Credits, SAP ...... 39 Honors List ...... 30 Developmental Education ...... 18 Humanities, course ...... 79 Diploma ...... 51 Diplomas and Transcripts, Withholding of ...... 24 I Directory Data ...... 41 Immunization, Proof of ...... 9 Disability Services ...... 26-27 Incompletes ...... 43 Diversity ...... 6 Independent Study ...... 33 Double Majors ...... 30-31 Indian Scholarship Assistance ...... 20 Drop/Add Policy ...... 21 International Baccalaureate Program ...... 33 Drug and Alcohol-free Campus ...... 7 L E Land Surveying AS ...... 58-59 Early Placement Option ...... 31 Land Surveying Certificate ...... 60 Earth Science, courses ...... 73 Late Fees ...... 24 Economics, courses ...... 73 Law Enforcement and Emergency Medical Services Educational Philosophy ...... 45 Programs ...... 56-58 Emergency Medical Services ...... 56-58 Learning Skills, course ...... 79 Emergency Medical Services Certificate ...... 56 Liberal Arts and Science Programs ...... 52-55 English, courses ...... 73-75 Liberal Arts and Sciences AA ...... 52-54 Enrollment Services ...... 27 Library ...... 27 Entrepreneurship Certificate ...... 55 Limited Directory Data ...... 41 Environmental Science AS ...... 58 Limited English Proficiency ...... 16 Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination ...... 2, 7 Estimate of Costs ...... 22 M Mathematics, courses ...... 79-80 F Maximum Timeframe, SAP...... 35 Faculty ...... 96-97 Midwest Student Exchange ...... 9 Faculty Office Hours ...... 31 Minnesota Postsecondary Childcare Grant ...... 20 Faculty, Staff, and Administration ...... 96-99 Minnesota State Grant ...... 19 Federal Direct Student Loan Programs ...... 19-20 Minnesota Transfer Curriculum ...... 45-49 Federal Pell Grant ...... 19 Mission of College...... 4 Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Music, courses ...... 80 Grants ...... 19 Final Examinations ...... 31 N Finality of Grades ...... 44 National Guard ...... 15 Financial Aid ...... 18-20, 27 Natural Resource Technology, courses ...... 80-83 Financial Aid, Return of ...... 24 Natural Resource Technology-Forestry/Wildlife Fireline Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) AAS ...... 59 Certificate ...... 57 Natural Resources and Water Management Fisheries and Wildlife Management AS ...... 58 Programs ...... 58-61 Fitness Center ...... 27 Nondiscrimination ...... 7 Food Service ...... 27 O G Outdoor Equipment ...... 27 General Business Diploma ...... 54 Outdoor Leadership AS ...... 61 General Education Philosophy ...... 45 Outdoor Leadership Certificate ...... 64 Geology, course ...... 76 Outdoor Leadership Professional AAS ...... 62 Grade Point Average ...... 43 Outdoor Leadership, courses ...... 83-84 Grades – Definitions and Policy ...... 42-43 Outdoor Learning Center ...... 95 Grades, Finality of ...... 44 Outdoor Recreation and Wilderness Programs ... 61-64 Outdoor Recreation Therapy AS ...... 61-62 H Health, courses ...... 76-78 P History of College ...... 6 Parks and Recreation Technology, courses ...... 84-85
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Part-time Students...... 15 Computer Labs and Services ...... 26 Pass/Fail Grading ...... 43 Counseling Services ...... 26 Payment Policies...... 23-24 Degree Audit Reporting System ...... 26 Philosophy, courses ...... 85 Disability Services ...... 26-27 Physical Education, courses...... 85-87 Enrollment Services ...... 27 Physics, course ...... 87 Financial Aid ...... 27 Political Science, courses...... 87 Fitness Center ...... 27 Post-Secondary Enrollment Options ...... 13-15 Food Service ...... 27 Probation Status, SAP ...... 35, 37-38 Library ...... 27 Programs of Study ...... 52-64 Outdoor Equipment ...... 27 Provost’s Greeting ...... 5 Records Office ...... 27 Psychology, courses...... 87-88 Residence Life / On-campus Housing ...... 28 Service Learning ...... 28 R Student Handbook ...... 28 Reading, courses ...... 88 Student Identification Card ...... 28 Reciprocity ...... 9 Student Life ...... 28 Records Office ...... 27 Student Senate ...... 28 Refund Policies ...... 23-24 Theater ...... 28 Registration ...... 20-21 Tours ...... 28 Rehabilitation Services ...... 20 Transcripts...... 29 Remedial Credits, SAP ...... 39 TRIO Student Support Services ...... 29 Repeated Courses, SAP ...... 39 VA Education Benefits ...... 29 Residence Life / On-campus Housing ...... 28 Suspension Appeals, SAP ...... 37-38 Residency, Determination of ...... 9 Suspension, SAP ...... 36 Road Scholar Programs ...... 95 T S Terms of Probation, SAP ...... 36-38 Satisfactory Academic Progress & Financial Aid ... 20 Test Out ...... 32 Schedule of Fees ...... 22-23 Theater ...... 28 Seasonal Park Law Enforcement Ranger Theater, courses ...... 89 Certificate ...... 57 Time Limit for Meeting Graduation Requirements . 31 SELF Loan...... 20 Tours ...... 28 Senior Citizen Fee ...... 22 Transcripts ...... 29 Service Learning ...... 28 Transcripts and Diplomas, Withholding of ...... 24 Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence ...... 7 Transfer...... 10-12, 49-50 Sociology, courses ...... 88 Transfer Credits, SAP ...... 39 Special Fees ...... 22-23 Treatment of Grades and Credits, SAP ...... 38 Speech, courses ...... 89 TRIO Student Support Services ...... 29 Staff ...... 98-99 Tuition ...... 22 Steps for Success, SAP ...... 35 Tuition Waiver Policy ...... 24 Student Handbook ...... 28 Student Identification Card ...... 28 V Student Life ...... 28 VA Education Benefits ...... 29 Student Responsibilities ...... 20 Vermilion Foundation Scholarships ...... 19 Student Senate ...... 28 Veterans ...... 15-16 Student Services ...... 25-29 Veterinary Technician AAS ...... 55 Academic Advising ...... 25 Veterinary Technology, courses ...... 89-91 Academic Assessment ...... 25 Vision, Mission, Goals and Principles of College ..... 4 Academic Resource Center ...... 25 Admissions ...... 25 W Athletics – Intercollegiate ...... 25 Warning Status, SAP ...... 36 Athletics – Intramurals ...... 25 Water Operations Diploma ...... 60 Bookstore ...... 25 Water Operator Training Facility ...... 95 Business Office ...... 25 Water Quality Science AAS ...... 59-60 Career and Placement ...... 25-26 Water Quality, courses ...... 91-92 Clubs and Organizations ...... 26 Watershed Science AS ...... 59
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Watershed Science, courses ...... 92-93 Wildlife Ecology Certificate ...... 60-61 Wilderness and Park Management AAS ...... 62-63 Withdrawal Policy ...... 21 Wilderness Emergency Medical Services Withdrawals, SAP ...... 39 Certificate ...... 57 Work-study ...... 19 Wilderness Management, courses ...... 93-94 Wildland/Wildlife Law Enforcement AAS ...... 56
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