San Antonio College · - · EMSP-Emergency Medical Tech Emer Med Technician - Basic EMSP-1501 Full Term Summer 2018 Section 001.14364 5-3-8 Credits 06/04/2018 to 08/13/2018 Modified 06/01/2018 Meeting Times
EMSP 1501 will meet: Monday - Thursday from 0900 hours to 1300 hours: San Antonio College Fire Academy, Building #6, Room TBD Contact Information
Instructor: Captain Fred Chambers
Email: [email protected] Office: NAHC 134 Phone: 210-486-1502 Cell: 832-704-1287 (for emergencies only) Website: www.alamo.edu/sac/alldhlth/ems
Allied Health Department
San Antonio College
1300 San Pedro Ave. , San Antonio, TX 78212
NAHC 134, (210) 486-1502
www.alamo.edu/sac/alldhlth Materials
Uniform (Required) Class Polo, Blue medic pants, all black boots or work shoes,
Availability: Campus bookstore
The Navy blue Medic or "BDU" style pants and all-black footwear may be purchased at several local uniform providers. When purchasing from one of these vendors, check with the instructor for approval.
Miscellaneous Equipment Stethoscope (required)
Eye Protection (required) Watch with a second hand (required)
BP cuff (optional)
Penlight (optional)
Availability: Various area suppliers
Before purchasing the above equipment, consult the instructor of the course or the program coordinator for approval.
1 of 18 Emergency Care and Transportation of The Sick and Injured Author: AAOS Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Learning Edition: Eleventh Edition ISBN: 9781284110531 Availability: Campus Bookstore Description
Preparation for certification as an Emergency Medical Technician EMT - Basic. Includes all the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an emergency service or other specialized services. A detailed study of the knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients with traumatic injuries.
Prerequisite(s) MDCA 1313 Objectives
Lesson 1-1 Introduction to Emergency Medical Care
Familiarizes the EMT-Basic candidate with the introductory aspects of emergency
medical care. Topics covered include the Emergency Medical Services system, roles
and responsibilities of the EMT-Basic, quality improvement, and medical direction.
Lesson 1-2 Well-Being of the EMT-Basic
Covers the emotional aspects of emergency care, stress management, introduction to
Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD), scene safety, body substance isolation (BSI),
personal protection equipment (PPE), and safety precautions that can be taken prior to
performing the role of an EMT-Basic.
Lesson 1-3 Medical/Legal and Ethical Issues
Explores the scope of practice, ethical responsibilities, advance directives, consent,
refusals, abandonment, negligence, duty to act, confidentiality, and special situations
such as organ donors and crime scenes. Medical/legal and ethical issues are vital
elements of the EMT-Basic's daily life.
Lesson 1-4 The Human Body
Enhances the EMT-Basic's knowledge of the human body. A brief overview of body
systems, anatomy, physiology and topographic anatomy will be given in this session.
EMT-Basic: National Standard Curriculum
Lesson 1-5 Baseline Vital Signs and SAMPLE History
Teaches assessing and recording of a patient's vital signs and a SAMPLE history.
Lesson 1-6 Lifting and Moving Patients
Provides students with knowledge of body mechanics, lifting and carrying techniques, 2 of 18 principles of moving patients, and an overview of equipment. Practical skills of lifting and moving will also be developed during this lesson.
Lesson 1-7 Evaluation: Preparatory Module
Conduct a written and skills evaluation to determine the student's level of achievement of the cognitive, psychomotor and affective objectives from this module of instruction.
MODULE 2 AIRWAY
Lesson 2-1 Airway
Teaches airway anatomy and physiology, how to maintain an open airway, pulmonary resuscitation, variations for infants and children and patients with laryngectomies. The use of airways, suction equipment, oxygen equipment and delivery systems, and resuscitation devices will be discussed in this lesson.
Lesson 2-2 Practical Skills Lab: Airway
Provides supervised practice for students to develop the psychomotor skills of airway care. The use of airways, suction equipment, oxygen equipment and delivery systems, and resuscitation devices will be included in this lesson.
Lesson 2-3 Evaluation: Airway Module
Conduct a written and skills evaluation to determine the student's level of achievement of the cognitive, psychomotor and affective objectives from this module of instruction.
MODULE 3 PATIENT ASSESSMENT
Lesson 3-1 Scene Size-Up
Enhance the EMT-Basic's ability to evaluate a scene for potential hazards, determine by the number of patients if additional help is necessary, and evaluate mechanism of injury or nature of illness. This lesson draws on the knowledge of Lesson 1-2.
Lesson 3-2 Initial Assessment
Provides the knowledge and skills to properly perform the initial assessment. In this session, the student will learn about forming a general impression, determining responsiveness, assessment of the airway, breathing and circulation. Students will also discuss how to determine priorities of patient care.
Lesson 3-3 Focused History and Physical Exam - Trauma Patients
Describes and demonstrates the method of assessing patients' traumatic injuries. A rapid approach to the trauma patient will be the focus of this lesson.
Lesson 3-4 Focused History and Physical Exam - Medical Patients
Describes and demonstrates the method of assessing patients with medical complaints
3 of 18 or signs and symptoms. This lesson will also serve as an introduction to the care of the medical patient.
Lesson 3-5 Detailed Physical Exam
Teaches the knowledge and skills required to continue the assessment and treatment of the patient.
Lesson 3-6 On-Going Assessment
Stresses the importance of trending, recording changes in the patient's condition, and reassessment of interventions to assure appropriate care.
Lesson 3-7 Communications
Discusses the components of a communication system, radio communications, communication with medical direction, verbal communication, interpersonal communication, and quality improvement.
Lesson 3-8 Documentation
Assists the EMT-Basic in understanding the components of the written report, special considerations regarding patient refusal, the legal implications of the report, and special reporting situations. Reports are an important aspect of prehospital care. This skill will be integrated into all student practices.
Lesson 3-9 Practical Skills Lab: Patient Assessment
Integrates the knowledge and skills learned thus far to assure that the student has the knowledge and skills of assessment necessary to continue with the management of patients with medical complaints and traumatic injuries.
Lesson 3-10 Evaluation: Patient Assessment Module
Conduct written and skills evaluation to determine the student's level of achievement of the cognitive, psychomotor and affective objectives from this module of instruction.
MODULE 4 MEDICAL/BEHAVIORAL EMERGENCIES AND
OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY
Lesson 4-1 General Pharmacology
Provides the student with a basic knowledge of pharmacology, providing a foundation for the administration of medications given by the EMT-Basic and those used to assist a patient with self-administration.
Lesson 4-2 Respiratory Emergencies
Reviews components of the lesson on respiratory anatomy and physiology. It will also provide instruction on assessment of respiratory difficulty and emergency medical care
4 of 18 of respiratory problems, and the administration of prescribed inhalers.
Lesson 4-3 Cardiovascular Emergencies
Reviews of the cardiovascular system, an introduction to the signs and symptoms of cardiovascular disease, administration of a patient's prescribed nitroglycerin, and use of the automated external defibrillator.
Lesson 4-4 Diabetes/Altered Mental Status
Reviews of the signs and symptoms of altered level of consciousness, the emergency medical care of a patient with signs and symptoms of altered mental status and a history of diabetes, and the administration of oral glucose.
Lesson 4-5 Allergies
Teaches the student to recognize the signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction, and to assist the patient with a prescribed epinephrine auto-injector.
Lesson 4-6 Poisoning/Overdose
Teaches the student to recognize the signs and symptoms of poisoning and overdose.
Information on the administration of activated charcoal is also included in this section.
Lesson 4-7 Environmental Emergencies
Covers recognizing the signs and symptoms of heat and cold exposure, as well as the emergency medical care of these conditions. Information on aquatic emergencies and bites and stings will also be included in this lesson.
Lesson 4-8 Behavioral Emergencies
Develops the student's awareness of behavioral emergencies and the management of the disturbed patient. Restraining the combative patient will also be taught in this lesson.
Lesson 4-9 Obstetrics/Gynecology
Reviews the anatomical and physiological changes that occur during pregnancy, demonstrate normal and abnormal deliveries, summarize signs and symptoms of common gynecological emergencies, and neonatal resuscitation.
Lesson 4-10 Practical Skills Lab: Medical/Behavioral Emergencies and
Obstetrics/Gynecology
Draws on the knowledge and skills learned thus far in this practical lab. Students will be given the opportunity to assess and treat a variety of patients with various medical complaints.
Lesson 4-11 Evaluation: Medical/Behavioral Emergencies and
5 of 18 Obstetrics/Gynecology
Conducts a written and skills evaluation to determine the student's level of achievement of the cognitive, psychomotor and affective objectives from this module of instruction.
MODULE 5 TRAUMA
Lesson 5-1 Bleeding and Shock
Reviews the cardiovascular system, describes the care of the patient with internal and external bleeding, signs and symptoms of shock (hypoperfusion), and the emergency medical care of shock (hypoperfusion).
Lesson 5-2 Soft Tissue Injuries
Continues with the information taught in Bleeding and Shock, discussing the anatomy of the skin and the management of soft tissue injuries and the management of burns.
Techniques of dressing and bandaging wounds will also be taught in this lesson.
Lesson 5-3 Musculoskeletal Care
Reviews of the musculoskeletal system before recognition of signs and symptoms of a painful, swollen, deformed extremity and splinting are taught in this section.
EMT-Basic: National Standard Curriculum
Lesson 5-4 Injuries to the Head and Spine
Reviews the anatomy of the nervous system and the skeletal system. Injuries to the spine and head, including mechanism of injury, signs and symptoms of injury, and assessment. Emergency medical care, including the use of cervical immobilization devices and short and long back boards will also be discussed and demonstrated by the instructor and students. Other topics include helmet removal and infant and child considerations.
Lesson 5-5 Practical Skills Lab: Trauma
Provides practice of the assessment and management of patients with traumatic injuries.
Lesson 5-6 Evaluation: Trauma Module
Conducts a written and skills evaluation to determine the student's level of achievement of the cognitive, psychomotor and affective objectives from this module of instruction.
MODULE 6 INFANTS AND CHILDREN
Lesson 6-1 Infants and Children
Presents information concerning the developmental and anatomical differences in infants and children, discuss common medical and trauma situations, and also covered
6 of 18 are infants children dependent on special technology. Dealing with an ill or injured
infant or child patient has always been a challenge for EMS providers.
Lesson 6-2 Practical Skills Lab: Infants and Children
Provides the EMT-Basic student with the opportunity to interact with infants and
children, and to practice the knowledge and skills learned thus far concerning this
special population.
Lesson 6-3 Evaluation: Infants and Children
Conduct a written and skills evaluation to determine the student's level of achievement
of the cognitive, psychomotor and affective objectives from this module of instruction.
MODULE 7 OPERATIONS
Lesson 7-1 Ambulance Operations
Presents an overview of the knowledge needed to function in the prehospital
environment. Topics covered include responding to a call, emergency vehicle
operations, transferring patients, and the phases of an ambulance call.
Lesson 7-2 Gaining Access
Provides the EMT-Basic student with an overview of rescue operations. Topics
covered include roles and responsibilities at a crash scene, equipment, gaining access,
and removing the patient.
Lesson 7-3 Overviews
Provides the EMT-Basic student with information on hazardous materials, incident
management systems, mass casualty situations, and basic triage.
Lesson 7-4 Evaluation: Operations
Conduct a written and skills evaluation will be done to determine the student's level of
achievement of the cognitive, psychomotor and affective objectives from this module of instruction
This outline is subject to change Outcomes
1 Demonstrate proficiency in cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains in accordance with the current guidelines of the credentialing agency DEPARTMENTAL STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES Immobilize a joint injury
Immobilize the spine of a seated patient
Immobilize a long bone injury
7 of 18 Immobilize the spine of a supine patient
Demonstrate proficiency in cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains in accordance with the current guidelines of the credentialing agency.
Describe Safe Driving Habits
Understand Traffic Laws
Assess Trauma Patient
Assess Medical Patient
Obtain Vital Signs
Safely administer Oxygen
Safely use airway adjuncts to maintain an airway
Properly use a bag mask device
Safely suction an airway
Properly apply a bandage
Understand the principles of managing shock
Correctly apply a traction splint
Safely demonstrate treatment of shock using basic techniques Evaluation
GRADING METHODOLOGY
The minimum passing grade in any EMSP course is 70%, which equals to a "C" on the students’ transcript.
The class schedule is subject to change, as deemed necessary. Exams may be rescheduled, moved, or added at the instructor’s discretion. In addition, designated assignments may be given an exam weight. This course contains take home assignments, class notes, or any other assignment the instructor chooses. Students will be given notice in advance of these assignments and will know ahead of time whether they'll be weighted as a quiz or an exam. May 2011
All students must pass the Final Exam AND have an overall average of 70% in order to receive a Course Completion Certificate from the San Antonio College EMS Degree Program – there will be no exceptions.
Grading Criteria
90% - 100% A Quizzes and Assignments 20%
80% - 89% B Exams 50%
70% - 79% C Attendance 5%
<70% F Final Exam 25%
Total 100%
May be modified by the instructor as needed to conform to the needs of the course or the program.
8 of 18 Course Policies
The following policies, rules, and regulations are in addition to the Student Policies and Code of Conduct as outlines in the San Antonio College 2010-2011 Bulletin.
CLASSROOM POLICIES
Students will be in their assigned seat at the time class begins.
It is highly recommended that any electronic devices should not be used in the classroom. If students bring electronic devices, they should be turned off and secured. Any exception to this will be at the discretion of the instructor. Electronic devices include, but are not limited to, cell phones, lap tops, pagers, etc.
All classrooms will be kept clean and neat at all times.
Each student will be responsible for seeing that all trash is placed in the appropriate receptacles.
Notices, schedules, and special announcements will be posted on the bulletin board that is located in the classroom.
Students are not authorized to make changes or mark on any announcements that are posted in the classroom.
Students are not allowed to post anything in the classroom without permission.
CLASSROOM/CLINICAL ATTENDANCE
In order for students to get the most benefit from their educational experience, attendance in class and clinical rotations for the required time is imperative. Leaving early or arriving late to any class or clinical rotation site is a form of absenteeism. As a result, the following policy has been implemented for the San Antonio EMS Degree Program:
Students who arrive 30 minutes or more after class time will be considered absent. Students who leave 30 minutes or more prior to class ending will be considered absent. Students who arrive between 15-29 minutes late will be considered tardy. Students who leave early from class or before the class is dismissed without permission from the instructor will result in a tardy or absence given the above time parameters. Tardiness also includes coming back late to class after any break. May 2011
CLASSROOM/CLINICAL ATTENDANCE (continued)
Three tardies will count as one absence.
Basic EMT students cannot have more than six absences for EMSP 1501 and no more than two-eight hour absences from EMSP 1260. Any absences in excess of this amount can result in students being dropped from the entire course.
Any exception to the absentee policy is at the discretion of the lead instructor and must be approved by the program coordinator.
Since all EMSP classes are taken concurrently with other designated classes, a student who is dropped from any clinical will also be dropped from all associated or designated EMSP classes pertaining to the current semester enrollment.
The tardy policy for hospital rotations will apply as above. For ambulance rotations, the student must make every effort possible to be on time. If arriving late for an EMS or ambulance shift, it will be at the discretion of the ambulance service to determine if the student will be allowed to stay for their shift.
CONDUCT
The Student Code of Conduct as outlined in the San Antonio College Bulletin will enforced during any
EMSP courses. Due to the domain and uniqueness of the EMS profession, the following additional rules will be enforced:
Students’ personal conduct must not cast any adverse reflection on the San Antonio College EMS Degree Program. Students will not wear any uniform that has the logo of the EMS Degree Program while engaging in any activity outside of the classroom or clinical location, legal or otherwise. This includes, but is not limited to, purchasing or consuming alcoholic beverages anywhere while wearing any uniform associated with the San Antonio College EMS Degree Program.
9 of 18 Class disruptions of any kind will not be tolerated. This may include asking to leave class early or asking to go to lunch during a lecture. Interrupting the instructor in an attempt to sharp-shoot or disrupt class in any way is not permitted.
Physical, visual, or verbal harassment based on gender, race, or ethnicity of any kind will not be tolerated. Allegations of harassment will be thoroughly investigated and may result in immediate dismissal from the program. Refer to the San Antonio College general policy and Code of Conduct to ensure you understand this policy.
Instructors will be addressed by their proper name – Mr., Mrs., Miss, Captain, Lieutenant,Chief, etc. May 2011
Students will obey any appropriate order or directive issued by the course coordinator or any course instructor.
Each student is responsible for their own work. This includes, but is not limited to, scheduling rotations, turning in assignments, contacting the instructor (verbal, email, phone, etc.) Students may not relay messages to the instructor on behalf of another student. Students are responsible for contacting the instructor, preceptor or course coordinator on their own.
Students shall exercise extreme care and caution with any equipment issued to them.
Possession of unauthorized training equipment by a student is considered stealing, and students will be disciplined accordingly. This may include dismissal from the program.
Students are required to help instructors with equipment during skills days and to clean up the classroom/skills lab before leaving.
Students are not allowed in the storage area without permission from an instructor.
Horseplay, improper handling of equipment, or classroom supplies could result in students being asked to leave the class, resulting in an absence. If anyone is injured or any equipment is damaged as a result of such inappropriate behavior, students may be held responsible for reimbursement for any damages suffered. Schedule
EMT Basic – Initial Course Schedule
(4-Day Week/9 Weeks)
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Lead Instructor: Capt. Fred Chambers Telephone: (832) 704-1287 Email: [email protected]
Textbook(s): AAOS – Emergency Care & Transportation of the Sick and Injured (11th Ed.) Classroom Hours: 0900-1300
Week Date Course Topic Content Skills Practicum and Additional Information Chapter(s)
SUMMER 2018
PREPARATORY
I 6/4 EMS Systems 1 - 3 Meet & Greet Introduction to EMS Workforce Systems Safety & Wellness Intro. to Body Substance Isolation (PPE/BSI) Medical, Legal, & Ethical Issues Medical-Legal Considerations
10 of 18 6/5 Communications & Documentation 4 QUIZ 1 (Chap. 1-3)
Reporting & Recording Procedures
6/6 The Human Body 6 Basic Anatomy & Physiology
6/7 Life Span Development Lifting & 7 & 8 QUIZ 2 (Chap. 4-6) Moving Differences in Life Span Development
SKILL: Lifting, Positioning, and Transfer techniques
PATIENT ASSESSMENT/AIRWAY/PHARMACOLOGY
II 6/11 Patient Assessment 9 SECTION EXAM #1 (Chap. 1-8) Introduction to Patient Assessment/Vital Signs
SKILLS: Demo/Practice
6/12 Airway Management 10 QUIZ 3 (Chap. 9) Airway A&P, Assessment & Management
SKILLS: Demo/Practice
6/13 Principles of Pharmacology 11 QUIZ 4 (Chap. 10) Knowledge/Administration of Emergency Medications
SKILLS: Practice (Begin Vital Signs Log)
6/14 CLINICAL ORIENTATION
NOTE:
All students are required to have Clinical Books and a 1-inch 3-ring binder for the orientation session.
VITAL SIGNS LOG DUE
SHOCK/RESUSCITATION/MEDICAL
Week Date Course Topic Content Skill Practicum and Additional Information Chapter(s)
6/18 Shock 12 - 14 SECTION EXAM #2 (Chap. 9-11)
III BLS Resuscitation Fundamental causes, pathophysiology, and management of Shock. Systems Failure/Arrest. Review/Proficiency Assessment of BLS Skills Medical Overview Fundamental knowledge of common illnesses
6/19 15 QUIZ 5 (Chap. 12-14)
Respiratory Emergencies Assessment and Treatment of Common Respiratory Emergencies
SKILL: Bronchodilator Administration
11 of 18 6/20 Cardiovascular Emergencies 16 Assessment and Treatment of Common Cardiovascular Emergencies
SKILL: Cardiac Arrest Management/AED
6/21 SKILLS PRACTICE QUIZ 6 (Chap. 15-16)
SKILLS: All Skills to Date
IV 6/25 Neurologic Emergencies 17 & 18 SECTION EXAM #3 (Chap. 12-16)
Gastrointestinal & Urologic Emerg. Assessment/Treatment of Common Neurologic Emerg.
Assessment/Treatment of Common Gastrointestinal/Urologic Emerg.
6/26 Endocrine and Hematologic Emerg. 19 - 21 QUIZ 7 (Chap. 17-18)
Immunologic Emergencies Toxicology Assessment/Treatment of Common Endocrine & Hematologic Emerg. Emergencies Assessment/Treatment of Common Immunologic & Toxicology Emerg.
SKILL: EpiPen Auto Injector
6/27 Psychiatric Emergencies Gynecological 22 - 23 Assessment and Treatment of Common Psychiatric Emergencies Emergencies Assessment and Treatment of Common Gynecological Emergencies
6/28 SKILLS PRACTICE SKILLS: All Skills to Date
TRAUMA
Date Course Topic Content Skill Practicum and Additional Information Chapter(s)
V 7/2 Trauma Overview 24 - 26 SECTION EXAM #3 (Chap. 17-23)
Bleeding Assessment/Treatment of Common Trauma-Related Emergencies
Soft-Tissue Injuries Proper techniques for bleeding control & soft-tissue injury management
7/3 Face and Neck Injuries 27 - 28 QUIZ 8 (Chap. 24-26)
Head and Spine Injuries Assessment and Management of Head, Neck, and Spine Injuries.
7/4 Chest Injuries Abdominal & 29 - 30 QUIZ 9 (Chap. 27-28) Genitourinary Injuries Assessment & Mgmt. of Chest Injuries.
Assessment & Mgmt. of Abdominal, and Genitourinary Injuries.
7/5 SKILLS PRACTICE SKILL: Demo/Practice
SPECIAL PATIENT POPULATIONS
12 of 18 Date Course Topic Content Skills Practicum and Additional Information Chapter(s)
VI 7/9 Orthopaedic Injuries 31 - 32 SECTION EXAM #4 (Chap. 24-30)
Environmental Emergencies Assessment and Management of Long Bone and Joint Injuries.
Recognition & Management of the effects of environmental exposure.
7/10 Obstetrics & Neonatal Care Pediatric 33 - 34 QUIZ 10 (Chap. 31-32) Emergencies Assessment and Management of female patients during and through their gestational period, and care of infants during neonatal period.
Fundamental knowledge of pediatric growth, development and aging, to assist in assessment, treatment and transport.
7/11 Geriatric Emergencies Patients with 35 - 36 Fundamental knowledge of geriatric patients that will help in the assessment, Special Challenges treatment and transport processes.
Recognition of special challenges encountered by patients in normal and unusual circumstances.
7/12 SKILLS PRACTICE SECTION EXAM #5 (Chap. 31-36)
SKILL: All Skills to Date
EMS OPERATIONS
VII 7/16 Transport Operations Vehicle Extrication 37 -38 Operational roles and responsibilities that help to ensure patient, public, and & Special Rescue personnel safety (including transport, patient extrication, and disaster management situations.
7/17 Incident Management Terrorism 39 - 40 Familiarization of the roles and responsibilities centered around incident Response/Disaster Mgmt. control and disaster/terroristic scene management.
THE TEAM APPROACH TO HEALTH CARE
7/18 A Team Approach to Health Care 41
7/19 SKILLS PRACTICE SKILL: All Skills to Date
SKILLS VERIFICATION
VIII 7/23 Skills Proficiency Verification All Skills
7/24 Skills Proficiency Verification All Skills
7/25 Skills Proficiency Verification All Skills
7/26 Skills Proficiency Verification All Skills
13 of 18 IX 7/30 COURSE FINAL EXAM
(All-Inclusive Comprehensive Exam)
7/31 Course Final and Skill Proficiency -R ETESTS
8/1 Paperwork Completion, as needed
Institutional Policies
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Attendance:
SmartStart. Student absences will be recorded from the first day the class meets, and beginning Fall 2014, students who do not attend the first scheduled class meeting or contact the instructor will be dropped. Students should verify the drop is completed.
For fully online courses, an attendance verification activity is assigned and must be completed by the 3rd class day.
Effective Spring Term 2010, student absences will be recorded from the first day the class meets. Regular and punctual attendance in all classes and laboratories, day and evening, is required. Students who are absent for any reason should always consult with their instructors. Course syllabi must provide specific information regarding attendance, including, for courses involving the internet, online activity that constitutes “attendance.” Also, both tardiness and early departure from class may be considered forms of absenteeism. In all cases, students will be held responsible for completion of course requirements covered in their absence.
Additionally, it is the student’s responsibility to drop a course for nonattendance. Course instructors establish policy with regard to attendance in their respective syllabi and may drop a student for excessive absences. Absences are considered excessive when more than 12.5 percent of the total contact hours of instruction in a semester, including lecture and lab, are missed. For example, in a three- credit-hour lecture class, students may be dropped after more than six contact hours of absences. In a four-credit-hour lecture/lab class, students may be dropped after more than eight contact hours of absences. Absences are counted regardless of whether they occur consecutively.
In special programs with additional accreditation or certification standards, additional attendance requirements may be enforced but faculty must clearly explain these policies in their syllabi. Students who stop attending class for any reason should contact the instructor as soon as possible.
Failure to officially withdraw may result in a failing grade for the course. It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw officially from a class by submitting request through the Course Withdrawal link in ACES. Students may be required to consult with an advisor or designee before dropping.
Failure to officially withdraw may result in a failing grade for the course. It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw officially from a class by submitting a completed Withdrawal Form to the Admissions and Records Office.
B. Early Alert and Intervention
Alamo College instructors care about students’ success in every course. During the semester, students may receive alert emails through the ACES account regarding their progress and ultimate success in a course. Upon receipt of the email, students are to contact the course instructor to discuss specific tasks or actions to improve success in this course. In addition, students will also need to meet with their Certified Advisor. Discussions with faculty and Certified Advisors allows the student to identify actions that will help to successfully complete course requirements at the colleges of the Alamo Colleges District.
C. Student Responsibility for Success (Alamo Colleges District Policy F.6.2):
14 of 18 As members of the Alamo Colleges District learning community, students, faculty, staff and administrators all share the responsibility to create an atmosphere where knowledge, integrity, truth, and academic honesty are valued and expected. A clear acknowledgment of the mutual obligations of all members of the academic community emphasizes this implicit partnership in fostering the conditions necessary for student success.
In this relationship, the Alamo Colleges District provides institutional policies, procedures, and opportunities to facilitate student learning that encourage interaction, involvement and responsible participation. Inherent in the academic climate is the expectation that students will assume responsibility for contributing to their own development and learning. Academic success is directly tied to the effort students put into their studies, the degree to which they interact with faculty and peers, and the extent to which students integrate into the campus life.
1. Engagement
1. Create connections and build relationships with faculty, staff and students (visit during office hours, join clubs and organizations, participate in student activities, etc.); 2. Stay informed of policies, procedures, deadlines and events for academic and co-curricular activities; 3. Complete all requirements for admission, registration, and payment by deadlines; 4. Apply for financial assistance, if needed, complying with all federal, state and local regulations and procedures; 5. Meet all federal, state and local health care regulations.
2. Communication
1. Seek guidance from faculty, advisors or counselors for questions and concerns in regards to degree plans, major selection, academic status, grades, and issues impacting college success; 2. Develop a peer support system to identify student contacts for questions, group assignments, etc. regarding academic and co- curricular activities; 3. Communicate with College personnel promptly regarding academic or co-curricular concerns and assistance requests; 4. Carefully consider the information provided by College personnel and make decisions using that information; 5. Check the Alamo Colleges District’s Web Services regularly for emails, holds, student records, financial aid status and announcements; 6. Submit disability documentation if seeking services and request academic accommodations in advance of each semester.
3. Academic Success
1. Complete courses with passing grades and maintain good academic standing (2.0 GPA) status; 2. Read and follow all syllabi; 3. Purchase textbooks and required supplies in a timely manner; 4. Attend classes regularly and on time, with as few absences, late arrivals, and early exits as possible; 5. Arrive to class with all needed materials and completed assignments for that class period; 6. Be attentive in class and actively participate as appropriate; 7. Devote sufficient time for studying; 8. Ensure integrity in all aspects of academic and career development; 9. Accurately represent one’s own work and that of others used in creating academic assignments. Use information ethically and exercise appropriate caution to avoid plagiarism on all assignments; 10. Notify faculty in advance or as soon as possible about absences and provide documentation as appropriate; 11. Consult faculty members in advance when unable to complete projects, assignments, or take examinations as scheduled.
4. Self-Responsibility and Responsibility to Others
1. Maintain accurate and complete degree/certificate major selection and contact information including name, address, phone number and emergency contact; 2. Balance personal obligations and educational pursuits. Work with a counselor / advisor to design a realistic schedule that dedicates adequate effort to be successful in college studies; 3. Know and follow the regulations and guidelines outlined in the Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook; 4. Maintain respectful and appropriate behavior within and outside the classroom; 5. Ask for help when needed. Use all available resources and facilities provided by the College to enhance the learning experience; 6. Attend scheduled advising sessions, tutorials, and other appointments. Cancel or reschedule only with good reasons as early as possible; 15 of 18 7. Arrive prepared for tutorial sessions, bringing all needed materials (books, syllabi, rough drafts, calculators, assignment sheets, etc.).
D. Textbook Availability
A student of this institution is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from a university-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.
E. Licensed Concealed Campus Carry
No open carry of firearms is allowed on all property owned, controlled, or leased by the College District, including vehicles operated by the Alamo Colleges District. Concealed carry of a handgun by persons licensed to carry may not be restricted except in locations signed as prohibited areas.
Special testing locations requiring a complete surrender of personal effects during testing will be signed as prohibited areas. Persons may be required to place their purse, backpack or briefcase away from their person, but within their view during tests at the direction of their instructor or test administrator. License holders carrying on campus intending to access prohibited areas must leave their weapons locked in their vehicles. College lockers are not authorized for storage of handguns by license holders.
Disciplinary Sanctions
Open carry, intentional display, unlicensed carry, and carry in spite of signed prohibition are subject to employee and student discipline, as well as possible prosecution. Unintentional display of a weapon by a license holder must be avoided. Police will exercise their enforcement discretion.
If you see a person openly carrying or deliberately displaying a firearm:
Call the Alamo Colleges District Police 210-485-0911 Do not confront the person or ask if the person has a permit
F. Title IX policy
Information and policy regarding Title IX, Civil Rights Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation can be found in Board Policy H.1.2.
COLLEGE REQUIREMENTS:
While other exams are given at the discretion of the instructor, a final assessment is given at the end of each semester for each course. The Final Exam Schedule changes with each term and differs from normal class meeting dates and times. See the Final Exam Schedule in the Catalog/Schedule of Classes in the left hand navigation bar.
A student who must be absent from a final evaluation should petition that instructor for permission to postpone the evaluation. A student absent without permission from a final evaluation is graded "0" on the exam.
Incomplete Grades. The conditional grade of “I” may be issued to a student having a passing average on all completed coursework but for a justified reason, such as illness or death in the family or by providential hindrance, has been prevented from taking the final examination or completing other required coursework. The “I” becomes an “F” in one hundred twenty (120) calendar days from the end of the term unless the student completes the balance of the coursework with a performance grade of “D” or higher. Re-enrollment in the course will not resolve the “I.” The student and faculty must fill out an Incomplete Contract, clearly defining the work remaining to be finished. College Policies
COLLEGE POLICIES:
A. San Antonio College is a smoke free campus.
B. Alamo Colleges District Police Department Emergency Phone Numbers:
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General Phone (210) 485-0099
Weather Phone (210) 485-0189 (For information on college closures)
C. A Rapid Response Team exists for the purpose of responding to emergencies. If you have a disability that will require assistance in the event of a building evacuation, notify San Antonio College disABILITY Support Services, Chance Academic Center 124C, (210) 486-0020.
D. Students are required to silence all electronic devices (e.g., pagers, cellular phones, etc.) when in classrooms, laboratories and the library.
E. Students must abide by the policies, procedures and rules set forth in the “Student Code of Conduct” and all other policies set forth in the San Antonio E-Catalog.
F. Academic Integrity Policy: College personnel with administrative authority may initiate disciplinary proceedings against a student accused of scholastic dishonesty. "Scholastic dishonesty" includes, but is not limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion. See Student Code of Conduct in the Student Handbook for more details.
G. Children in the Classroom: Students should not bring children to a classroom or lab. Faculty members have the right to prohibit children from entering the classroom for safety reasons. Minors under the age of 12 must not be left unattended on campus, including the library. DPS will be notified that unattended children are in the library.
H. Mental Health Services: Free, confidential mental health counseling is available on campus from Melissa Sutherland-Hunt in Moody Learning Center 114. Mrs. Sutherland-Hunt can be reached by phone at 210-486-0397 or by email at [email protected] (mailto:%[email protected]).
I. Student Success Policy:
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Disability Access Statement – In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, it is the responsibility of the student to self-identify with the campus Disability Services office. Only those students with appropriate documentation will receive a letter of accommodation from the Disability Services office. Instructors are required to follow only those accommodation and/or services outlined in the letter of accommodation. For further information, please contact the San Antonio College disABILITY Support Services office at (210) 486-0020 or visit the office located on the first floor of the Moody Learning Center. If you have specific needs, please discuss them privately with your instructor.
Marketable Skills– A student, through coursework at San Antonio College and attainment of a degree, will obtain the following marketable skills:
COMMUNICATION: A student will effectively convey and understand information verbally, in writing, and/or visually.
CRITICAL THINKING: A student will explore, identify, analyze, and evaluate issues, documents, and circumstances before reaching a conclusion.
EMPIRICAL AND QUANTITATIVE SKILLS: A student will generate, frame, and analyze data to make informed conclusions.
TEAMWORK: A student will be a flexible and resourceful team member who looks at different points of view and works with others to support a shared purpose or goal.
PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY: A student will connect personal choices, actions and consequences, with a commitment to excellence and success.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: A student will build rapport and establish competence within diverse multicultural settings.
PERFORMANCE: A student will create artistic or technical demonstrations through the means of self-expression, language, technology, and/or learned skills.
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