www.otc.edu 2014–2015 ACADEMIC CATALOG Every effort has been made to make this publication accurate. However all policies, procedures, tuition and fees, and curricula are subject to change. This is not intended to be a contract explicit or implied, and the College reserves the right to make changes to the information contained herein. MESSAGE FROM THE CHANCELLOR Welcome to Ozarks Technical Community College. Since opening its doors in 1991, Ozarks Technical Community College has been an integral part of the success of thousands of our citizens. Twenty-three years later, we are the third-largest community college in Missouri, and we help more students every year to continue their education and prepare themselves for today’s competitive job market. Whether through technical education, academic instruction, workforce development opportunities, or other programs and services, we are constantly working to meet the needs of our neighbors. We opened the OTC Table Rock Campus and a new facility in Waynesville, and we have continued to improve our programs and partnerships to provide the best possible opportunities for our students. Please take a few moments to review the variety of courses focused on professional and personal development, as well as hands-on training and opportunities for growth. If you would like additional information on any of our college credit programs, workforce development options, or a High School Equivalency Certificate, please visit us at www.otc.edu or stop by one of our campuses or renters. I am excited about the future of this community, and about Ozarks Technical Community College’s Non-Discrimination Statement role in providing educational opportunities for the citizens of southwest Missouri. Ozarks Technical Community College prohibits Sincerely, discrimination and harassment and provides equal opportunities in its admissions, educational programs, activities, and employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, and disabilities that include HIV and AIDS, and medical conditions. Bona fide occupational qualifications will Hal L. Higdon, Ph.D. be allowed in those instances where age, gender, or physical requirements apply to the appropriate and Chancellor efficient administration of the position. Any person having inquiries concerning Ozarks Technical Community College compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI and Title IX is directed to contact: For Employment Inquiries College Director of Human Resources 1001 E. Chestnut Expressway Springfield, Missouri 65802 (417) 447-2631 For Student Inquiries Assistant Dean of Disability Support Services 1001 E. Chestnut Expressway Springfield, Missouri 65802 (417) 447-8188 2 Ozarks Technical Community College • Academic Catalog and Student Handbook 2014–2015 ADMINISTRATION & BOARD OF TRUSTEES ADMINISTRATION CHANCELLOR VICE CHANCELLOR FOR VICE CHANCELLOR FOR Dr. Hal L. Higdon ACADEMIC AFFAIRS/PROVOST ADvaNCEMENT | STUDENT AFFAIRS | Dr. Steve Bishop WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Mr. Cliff Davis VICE CHANCELLOR FOR VICE CHANCELLOR FOR VICE CHANCELLOR FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FINANCE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Mr. Joel LaReau Mrs. Marla Moody Mr. Rob Rector PRESIDENT ASSOCIATE VICE CHANCELLOR FOR OTC RICHWOOD VALLEY CAMPUS/ STUDENT AFFAIRS OTC TABLE ROCK CAMPUS Mrs. Joan Barrett Dr. Jeff Jochems BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Board of Trustees of Ozarks Technical Community College consists of six members elected from the district-at-large. Members are elected for terms of six years, with two members being elected in each even-numbered year. Bottom Row: Jeff Layman, Treasurer; Jackie McKinsey, Member; Greg DeLong, Vice President Top Row: J. Howard Fisk, Member; Dr. Maryellen Stratmann, Secretary; Larry Snyder, President Ozarks Technical Community College • Academic Catalog and Student Handbook 2014–2015 3 CONTENTS General Information . 6 Disability Support Services (DSS) .......................20 Academic Calendar .................................6 Testing Services ..................................21 Accreditation ......................................6 Speckman Tutoring and Learning Center (TLC) ............21 College History ....................................6 Libraries ........................................21 The College Today ..................................7 Carol Jones Writing Center ...........................21 OTC Springfield Campus .............................7 Speech Communication Center .......................21 OTC Richwood Valley Campus .........................7 Academic Information . 23 OTC Table Rock Campus .............................8 Academic Advisement ..............................23 OTC Centers ......................................8 Developmental Courses .............................23 College District ....................................8 High School Programs ..............................23 Mission ..........................................8 Adult Education Transition Program ....................24 Vision ...........................................8 Center for Workforce Development (CWD) ...............24 Core Values .......................................9 Community Enrichment Center (Non-Credit) .............24 Purpose ..........................................9 OTC Online ......................................25 Philosophy of Education ..............................9 Computer Use Expectations for Seated Courses ...........25 Assessment .......................................9 Honors Program ..................................25 Drug-Free Statement ...............................10 Classification of Students ............................25 Tobacco-Free Policy ................................10 Concurrent Enrollment ..............................25 Infectious and Contagious Diseases ....................10 Course Numbering System ...........................26 Inclement Weather Procedure .........................10 Course Delivery Options .............................26 Emergency Plan ...................................10 Grading System ...................................26 Academic Integrity .................................10 Course Load/Overload ..............................27 Student Rights/Responsibilities ........................11 Previously Earned Credit ............................27 Anti-Sexual Harassment Statement .....................11 Credit By Exam (Test Out) ...........................27 Enrollment Services . 12 Probation and Suspension ...........................27 Admissions Policy .................................12 Repeating Courses .................................27 Selective Admissions Programs ........................12 Academic & Course Grade Appeal .....................28 Admissions Categories .............................12 Academic Fresh Start ...............................28 Confidentiality of Student Records .....................14 Academic Hardship Withdrawal .......................28 Residency Classification for Students ...................14 Final Examinations .................................28 Evaluation of Transfer Credit ..........................14 Graduation Requirements ...........................28 Auditing a Course .................................14 Academic Honors ..................................28 Change of Schedule ................................15 Commencement ..................................28 Withdrawal From All Classes .........................15 Diplomas ........................................29 Transcript Services .................................15 Degree & Certificate Overviews . 30 Degree Audits ....................................15 General Degree Requirements ........................30 Tuition ..........................................15 Prerequisite Concerns ..............................30 Fees ...........................................15 Associate of Arts Degree (A.A.) .......................30 Refund Policy .....................................16 Associate of Science Degree (A.S.) .....................30 Fee Appeals ......................................16 Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.) .............31 Financial Aid .....................................17 Certificate of Achievement ...........................31 A+ Schools Program ...............................19 Certificate of Specialization ..........................31 VIP Tuition Waiver .................................19 Veterans Affairs—Certification of Benefits ...............19 Elective Choices . 32 Communication Electives ............................32 Student Support Services . 20 English Electives ..................................32 Counseling Services ................................20 Humanities Electives ...............................32 OTC Cares and the Behavioral Intervention Team ..........20 Mathematics Electives ..............................32 Breaking Traditions ................................20 Science Electives ..................................32 Career Employment Services .........................20 4 Ozarks Technical Community College • Academic Catalog and Student Handbook 2014–2015 CONTENTS Social/Behavioral Science Electives. 32 Nursing—Practical Nursing ..........................85 Sophomore Seminar ................................32 Occupational Therapy Assistant .......................86 Physical Therapist Assistant ..........................88 Associate of Arts Degree (A .A .) . 33 Respiratory Therapy ................................89 Associate of Arts in Business