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www.bhc.edu 2016-2017 CATALOG Catalog August 1, 2016 Black Hawk College Quad Cities Campus Black Hawk College East Campus 6600 34th Avenue 26230 Black Hawk Road Moline, IL 61265-5899 Galva, IL 61434-9476 309-796-5000 309-854-1700 Black Hawk College Catalog – 2016 Page 2 Vision Total accessibility, quality instructional programs, student-centered services, and strategic alliances position Black Hawk College as the preferred choice for education and training. Mission Black Hawk College enriches the community by providing the environment and educational resources for individuals to become lifelong learners. Core Values Appreciation of Diversity, Caring and Compassion, Fairness, Honesty, Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility. Student Learning and Assessment Black Hawk College is committed to providing a learning- The assessment of student learning includes: centered environment. Faculty are interested in students’ • Developing outcomes for student learning mastery of course content as well as the process by which • Selecting appropriate assessment measures students acquire knowledge. Students develop skills and • Systematically collecting, analyzing, and interpreting adapt concepts that will support them throughout life as these measures effective citizens as well as professionals in their fields. • Using feedback loops to make changes to improve student learning The assessment of student learning is one very important component of a learning-centered environment. Assess- Students play a significant role in their learning and the ment is an ongoing, systematic process that measures assessment process. They have opportunities to learn how student learning. Through feedback processes, this the assessment process works, how the results will benefit assessment also provides a means to improve student them, and how to become active participants in the learning at Black Hawk College. process. Black Hawk College Catalog – 2016 Page 3 Black Hawk College Accreditation Recognized by the Illinois Community College Board Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago Illinois 60604 1-800-621-7440 http://www.bhc.edu/about-us/general-information/ Additional Accrediting Agencies Institution/Curriculum Accrediting/Approving Body Associate in Science-EMS Committee on Accreditation of Paramedic and Emergency Educational Program for the Medical Technician- EMS Professions. CoAEMSP/ Paramedic Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs Associate Degree Nursing Accreditation Commission in Nursing Education (ACEN) Child Development National Association for Education for young children (NAEYC) Certified Nursing Assistant Illinois Department of Public Health Fire Science Officer Illinois State Fire Marshal Physical Therapist Commission on Accreditation Assistant in Physical Therapy Education: American Physical Therapy Association (CAPTE) Practical Nursing Illinois Department of Financial Certificate and Professional Regulation Black Hawk College Catalog – 2016 Page 4 From the President of Black Hawk College Welcome and thank you for choosing Black Hawk College! For 70 years, Black Hawk College has provided the highest- quality education in a personal environment. You will find dedicated staff and faculty who are anxious to help you achieve your educational goals. We offer more than 120 career, certificate, and transfer program opportunities. Your experiences in the classroom will be readily transferable to the workplace or to a four-year college. Over the last 25 years as a member of the Black Hawk family, I have had the pleasure of teaching students as well as providing vision and direction in several leadership roles. I am dedicated to continuing the tradition of providing excellent learning opportunities for residents of the nine counties we serve in western Illinois, a region that has a rich and diverse culture. You are entering Black Hawk College at an exciting time. It is a time of change and growth as we expand our campus, enhance our academic program, and broaden student experiences. Our goal is to improve lives by providing an affordable and accessible quality education. Our excellent faculty and staff fulfill our mission of enriching the community by providing the environment and educational resources for individuals to become lifelong learners. It is a joy and a privilege to welcome you to Black Hawk College. I look forward to seeing you on campus! Bettie A. Truitt, Ph.D. President Black Hawk College Catalog – 2016 Page 5 Quick Reference Table of Contents Catalog Disclaimer .............................................................................................. 11 Admission Information ...................................................................................... 15 Financial Aid ...................................................................................................... 18 Tuition and Fee Information ............................................................................. 24 Graduation Requirements ................................................................................. 43 Career Program Descriptions ........................................................................... 57 Transfer Programs ........................................................................................... 106 Course Descriptions ......................................................................................... 142 Listing of Course Descriptions by Subject ....................................................... 10 Black Hawk College Catalog – 2016 Page 6 Table of Contents Vision .......................................................................................2 New Student Advising and Registration Sessions .......... 22 Mission ....................................................................................2 Auditing .......................................................................... 22 Core Values .............................................................................2 Maximum Course Load .................................................. 22 Student Learning and Assessment ........................................2 Semester Credit Hour Load ............................................ 23 Black Hawk College Accreditation .......................................3 Cancellation of Courses .................................................. 23 Additional Accrediting Agencies ..................................... 3 Tuition and Fee Information .............................................. 24 From the President of Black Hawk College .........................4 Residency ....................................................................... 24 2016-2017 Academic Calendar Year .................................. 10 Tuition and Fees ............................................................. 25 College Information & Policies ........................................... 11 Payment Options ............................................................ 25 Black Hawk College ID Number ................................... 11 Cooperative Educational Agreements and Catalog Disclaimer ......................................................... 11 Chargebacks ................................................................... 26 Governance .................................................................... 11 Tuition and Fees Refund Schedule ................................. 26 myBlackHawk ................................................................ 11 Tuition and Fees Refund Policy ..................................... 26 Student E-Mail Accounts ............................................... 11 Return of Federal Financial Aid Policy .......................... 28 Affirmative Action ......................................................... 11 Military Called to Active Duty ....................................... 28 Freedom of Information Act .......................................... 12 Senior Citizens Tuition Waiver ...................................... 28 Student Right to Know ................................................... 12 Books and Supplies ........................................................ 28 Nondescrimination ......................................................... 12 Returned Checks ............................................................. 28 Title IX/SaVE ................................................................ 12 Financial Arrears ............................................................ 28 Facilities ................................................................................ 13 Student Involvement ............................................................ 29 Quad Cities Campus....................................................... 13 Student Involvement ....................................................... 29 East Campus ................................................................... 13 Students Resources .............................................................. 30 Outreach Centers ............................................................ 14 Student ID....................................................................... 30 Parking ........................................................................... 14 Advisement Services ...................................................... 30 Information Technology Services .................................. 14 Career Services ............................................................... 30 Admission Information .......................................................