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Volume 31 • Number 3 ProgramsPrograms andand SSe e rvicesrvices 2001–20022001–2002 Table of Contents 2001-2002 Academic Calendar Statement of Mission and Values...............................................................4 Campus Telephone/Office Directory ..........................................................5 Fall Semester 2001 General Information .................................................................................10 September 4 ........................................................Classes Begin Admission.................................................................................................18 November 22-23 ................Thanksgiving Recess (no classes) December 21 ..................................................Fall Classes End Student Records ......................................................................................24 Financial Information................................................................................28 Winter Semester 2002 Student Support Services ........................................................................34 January 14 ............................................................Classes Begin January 21 ..................Martin Luther King Holiday (no classes) Learning Support Resources ...................................................................42 April 29 ......................................................Winter Classes End Programs that Provide Alternative Education ..........................................48 Continuing Education and Community Services .....................................52 Spring/Summer Semester 2002 May 6 ..................................................................Classes Begin Academic Policies/Procedures ................................................................56 May 27, 28 ........................................Memorial Day (no classes) Campus Information.................................................................................64 June 28 ......................................71/2 Week Spring Classes End Curriculum................................................................................................68 July 3-4 ......................Independence Day Holiday (no classes) July 18 ......................................10 Week Spring Classes End Course Descriptions...............................................................................138 August 22 ....................................Spring/Summer Classes End Personnel...............................................................................................258 Summer Session 2002 Glossary.................................................................................................276 June 28 ................................71/2 Week Summer Classes Begin Appendix & Index...................................................................................280 July 3-4 ........................Independence Day Holiday (no classes) Campus Map ..................................................................Inside Back Cover August 22 ..............................71/2 Week Summer Classes End This document is for informational purposes only and is not to be construed as a binding offer or contract between WCC and the student. This document was prepared on August 20, 2000 and is subject to change without notice. The Washtenaw Community College Bulletin is issued four times a year in February, July, September and October by: WASHTENAW COMMUNITY COLLEGE 4800 E. HURON RIVER DRIVE, P.O. BOX D-1 ANN ARBOR, MI 48106-1610. Periodicals postage is pending at Ann Arbor, Michigan. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: WASHTENAW COMMUNITY COLLEGE P.O. BOX D-1 ANN ARBOR, MI 48106-1610 World Wide Web Site Address See this location for the College Catalog and the Academic Class Schedule information: http://www.wccnet.org Graphic design and production by WCC Promotional Services. Rev: 6/01 0100 Greetings From President Larry L. Whitworth n behalf of Was h t e n a w Community faculty and staff, we l come to the College. Now in its 32nd year, th e OCollege offers its students an educational experience of the highest quality. If you are a current student, co n g r a t u l a - tions on your decision to invest in your future by accessing the appropriate education to advance your career opportuni- ti e s . If you are not currently enrolled let me encourage you to consider WCC and its excellent associate degree and certifi- cate programs. Was h t e n a w Community College offers each student an educa- tional experience designed to meet his/her future plans. It s comprehensive mission includes broad-based occupational pr o g r a m s , non-credit courses and classes that prepare stu- dents for academic transfer. Nearly 100 programs of study are available at WC C . I encourage you to take the time to review this catalog; in these list- in g s , you will discover the courses and programs that will give you the means for expanding your future opportunities. In addition to providing academic preparation, the College offers its students an array of services such as financial aid, personal and professional counseling, academic skills improve- ment and tutorial services. Whatever your specific needs are, I encourage you to seek out and use the comprehensive services available to all WCC students. All our current thinking suggests that the future is wide open for “k n o w l e d g e ”w o r k e r s . Continuous education is the key to becoming and remaining a “k n o w l e d g e ”w o r k e r . But it is not only your economic viability that is enhanced by continuing your education. The quality of other important aspects of your life also will be enriched by your experience as a WC C st u d e n t . Classes in the arts and humanities can expand your understanding of the beauty of our world; exposure to the social sciences can help build the intellectual foundations required to develop an appreciation of the richness of human diversity; and courses in the natural sciences will enhance your analytic and problem-solving skills. Your future and the future of those depending on you will be greatly affected by your deci- sion to continue your education. Let me encourage you to decide today to become a dedicated life-long learner. Si n c e r e l y , Larry Wh i t w o r t h Pr e s i d e n t Statement of Mission and Val u e s Mission of the College Values of the College Our college strives to make a positive difference in peo- Teaching and Learning: We embrace teaching and learning pl e ’ s lives through accessible and excellent educational as our central purpose. programs and services. Su p p o r t : We make every effort to help learners achi e v e • We provide a caring, open-door teaching and learning su c c e s s . en v i r o n m e n t . Di v e r s i t y : We respect differences in people and in ideas. • We provide excellent teachi n g , co u n s e l i n g , and support Pa r t n e r s h i p s : se r v i c e s . We plan and work together with respect, tr u s t , and honesty within the college and with the com- • We reach out to people who have limited income or munities we serve. other barriers to success. In n o v a t i o n : We seek the best possible ways to conduct our • We enable people to progress in their academic and wo r k . career pursuits. • We work in partnership with the communities we serve. Vision Statement WCC is a learner-c e n t e r e d , open-door college dedicated to We fulfill our mission by offering the following st u d e n t ,c o m m u n i t y , and staff success. We offer a wide spectrum of community college services with an emphasis programs and services: on premier technical and career education programs. Th e Occupational and Career Education: We offer certificate and College staff continuously learns to improve learning. associate degree programs, se m i n a r s , wo r k s h o p s , an d courses which enable people to pursue employment or Student Success: Our students come first. We are committed advance in a career. We develop and deliver job skills and to their learning, su c c e s s , and satisfaction. We strive to occupational education programs in partnership with serve every student in an effective, ca r i n g , and supportive bu s i n e s s , in d u s t r y , government and labor groups. way. In order to enhance student learning outcomes, we engage in continuous improvement of teachi n g , pr o g r a m s , General and Transfer Education: We offer individual courses pr o c e s s e s , and structures. We increase our accessibility by and associate degree programs in academic disciplines re a c hing learners where, wh e n , and how they need instruc- wh i c h transfer to four-year colleges and universities, co m - ti o n through the use of learning techn o l o g i e s , wo r k p l a c e plement career programs, and enhance personal growth. learning experiences, and flexible scheduling of cla s s e s . Continuing Education and Community Servi c e s : We offer credit Community Success: We are committed to community learn- and non-credit courses and programs at regional centers, in g , su c c e s s , and satisfaction. WC C ’ s primary contribution at local business and community sites, and via television to community success is the development of a highly and the Internet. We develop and offer programs, wh i c h skilled workforce. A strong partnership with area employ- respond to the educational needs of specific groups in the ers emphasizes customized employee training and rapid co m m u n i t y . adaptation of WCC programs to changing job