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2015 - 2016 CATALOG ACCREDITATIONS American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Veterinary Technology Program Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) (Candidate for Accreditation) Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182 (312) 704-5300 e-mail: [email protected] Radiologic Technology Program National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF), Automotive Technology Program APPROVALS Pennsylvania Department of Education, State Board of Education United States Department of Education, Title IV Assistance Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Veterans Training American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) International Curriculum Certification, Drafter Level, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology Program REGISTRATIONS United States Department of Agriculture www.johnson.edu 3427 NORTH MAIN AVENUE • SCRANTON • PENNSYLVANIA 18508-1495 (570) 342-6404 (800) 293-9675 About This Catalog This catalog is a primary reference source for students, faculty, staff, and the community and will answer many, if not all, questions regarding Johnson College. Johnson College reserves the right, in its sole judgment, to make changes of any nature in its programs, calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or desirable. Changes may include course content, scheduling of classes, and canceling of classes and other academic activities. The College will make every effort to provide students with timely notification of such changes. This catalog does not establish a contractual relationship but summarizes current information regarding the calendar, admissions, degree requirements, fees, regulations, and course offerings. The information contained in this catalog is correct at the time of printing. Changes in policy, requirements, and regulations may occur during the year. Non-discrimination Policy Johnson College welcomes applications from prospective students interested in pursuing an intensive technical or clinical program of education. Johnson College does not discriminate with regard to race, color, creed, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, including a transgender identity, genetics, veteran status, or ancestry in the administration of its educational and admission policies, scholarship, loan, athletic and other school administered programs, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or any other legally protected category. For information regarding civil rights and grievance procedures, contact the President/CEO of Johnson College, 3427 North Main Avenue, Scranton, PA 18508; (570) 342-6404. i Accreditation/Approvals Johnson College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC.) The Pennsylvania Department of Education, State Board of Education, has approved Johnson College as a two-year college. The Automotive Technology Program is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF) The Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182 Phone: (312)704-5300 E-mail: [email protected] Website : www.jrcert.org The Veterinary Technology Program is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) The Architectural Drafting & Design Technology program has curriculum approval at the Drafter level by the American Design Drafting Association International (ADDA). *Effective October 25, 2013, Johnson College Physical Therapist Assistant program has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314; phone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]). Candidate for accreditation is a pre- accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates the program may matriculate students in technical/professional courses and that the program is progressing toward accreditation. Candidate for accreditation is not an accreditation status nor does it assure eventual accreditation. *Note – The accreditation status of Physical Therapist Assistant program has been updated to reflect current program guidelines and is solely placed on this website. It has been updated from the printed copy of the 2015-2016 Johnson College Catalog Introduction pages. Date of Publication August, 2014 O. S. Johnson Technical Institute t/a Johnson College ii TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Academic Calendar 2015-2016 1 History of Johnson College 2 Plan of Education 4 Mission Statement 5 Vision Statement 5 Core Values 5 Degrees Awarded 6 Certificates Awarded 6 Admissions Information Admissions Process 7 Admission Requirements / Procedure 8 GED / Home-schooled Students 9 Preparing your Application 10 Application Deadline Dates 11 Acceptance 11 Campus Visit 11 Career Advising 11 Veterans 11 Rehabilitation 11 SOAR 11 Transfer of Credit Policy 12 Approval for Off-Campus Study 12 Transfer of Credit with Baccalaureate Institution 13 Enrollment Information Tuition Deposit 14 ACCUPLACER College Placement Exam 14 Johnson College Preparatory Program 14 Medical Inoculations 14 Criminal Background Check / Alcohol and Drug Screening 15 Tuition, Fees, Expenses Application Fee 16 Tuition Deposit 16 Tuition 16 Additional Fees 16 iii Financial Aid Eligibility 19 Grants 19 Loans 19 Work Study Employment 19 Satisfactory Academic Progress and Receipt of Financial Aid 20 Industry Tuition Reimbursement Plans 23 Scholarships and Merit Awards Scholarships 24 Merit Awards 27 Withdrawal and Adjustment of Charges Tuition Adjustment 29 State Guidelines 29 Federal Guidelines 29 Application of Policy 30 Academic Information Freshman Seminar 32 Change of Name / Address 32 Verification 32 Length of Programs 33 Prior Learning Assessment 33 Credit by Examination 33 Service Members Opportunity College 35 Credit for Military Experience 35 Workforce Training 36 Registration 36 Student Academic Course Load 37 Formation of Sections and Cancellation of Courses 37 Course Audits 37 Practicum / Internship / Cooperative Education Experience 37 Change of Major 38 Change of Schedule 38 Repeated Courses 39 Credit Hours and Grading System 39 iv Attendance Policy Class Cuts 41 Attendance and Tardiness 41 Make-up Work 41 Satisfactory Academic Progress 42 Academic Probation 42 Termination from the College 43 Dismissal from a Program of Study 43 Withdrawal from the College 43 Medical Withdrawal and Re-entry Policy 43 Student Complaint / Grievance Procedure 44 Readmission Policy 44 Veterans’ Readmission 45 Readmission Procedure 46 Graduation Requirements 46 Academic Honors and Recognition The President’s List 47 Honors upon Graduation 47 Second Degree 48 Student Records and Record Maintenance 48 Student Rights of Privacy and Access 49 Distance Education Classes 49 Student Services Student Information Handbook 51 Facilities Library / Resource Center 51 Computer Labs 51 Fitness Center 51 Cafeteria 51 Student Apartment Housing 51 Bookstore 52 National Honor Societies Alpha Beta Kappa 53 Chi Alpha Epsilon 53 Career Services 53 Student Life Student Life Department 54 Freshman Orientation 54 Student Organizations v Student Government Association 54 Social Force Club 54 Ambassador Program 54 Johnson Power (J-POW) 55 Johnson Activity Group (JAG) 55 Athletics 55 Intramurals 55 Tech Clubs 55 KAPPA PSI NU 56 Student Support Services Counseling 56 Perkins Grant 56 Tutoring 56 Learning Support / Testing Accommodations 56 SUCCESS Program 57 Educational Resources 57 Deaf / Hard of Hearing 57 Student Responsibilities, Conduct, and Dress 57 Discrimination, Harassment and Sexual Violence 58 Program Objectives and Employment Opportunities Architectural Drafting & Design Technology 60 Automotive Technology 63 Biomedical Equipment Technology 66 Business Management Logistics & Supply Chain Management Technology 70 Project Management Track 74 Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology 77 Computer Information Technology 80 Diesel Truck Technology 83 Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology 86 Electronic Engineering Technology 89 Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology 92 Physical Therapist Assistant 95 Radiologic Technology 101 Veterinary Technology 109 vi Certificate Programs Diesel Preventative Maintenance Technology 115 Welding Technology 117 Course Descriptions Programs of Study 119-179 General Education Courses 180-187 College Register Board of Directors 188 Administration 190 Faculty 191 Staff 196 vii 2015-2016 ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall Semester 2015 Aug. 24 Semester Begins Monday Sept. 7 Labor Day, College Closed Monday Oct. 12 Fall Break (no classes) Monday Nov. 5 Drop Date Thursday Nov. 11 Veterans Day , College Closed Wednesday Nov. 26-29 Thanksgiving Break, College Closed Thursday thru Sunday Dec. 7 Classes End Monday Dec. 8 Study Day Tuesday Dec. 9-12 Final Exams Thursday thru Saturday Spring Semester 2016 Jan. 11 Semester Begins Monday Jan. 18 Martin Luther King Day, College Closed Monday Feb. 15 Presidents Day, College Closed Monday March 6-12 Spring Break,