1 Triton College Catalog 2005-2006 Volume XXXX A public community college Illinois Community College District 504 Vision Statement Triton College will address the needs of its diverse community and establish a greater presence within its district. Triton College will expand on an environment that fosters a participatory involvement, innovative pro- grams, performance-based standards, and provide services that will enhance the learning process. Triton College will support learning and a technology enhanced education as a priority in every policy, program and practice. Mission Statement Responsive to diverse educational needs, Triton College is committed to a supportive lifelong learning envi- ronment empowering individuals personally, professionally and culturally to contribute to a global community. Core Values The Core Values of Triton College are Integrity, Communication, Excellence, Teamwork and Service. Board of Trustees Mark R. Stephens, Chairman; Donna L. Peluso, Vice Chairwoman; Irene Moskal Del Giudice, Secretary; Merrill M. Becker; Stephen Kubiczky; Glenn A. Stam; Diane Viverito; and Student Trustee, Nick Nolfi. President Patricia Granados, Ed.D Triton College is the community’s college, ready to sup- port the lifelong journey of learning. Its doors opened in 2 1964. Triton’s goal then, as well as now, is to provide access to a quality education to all citizens of the district. Triton College offers transfer programs and career pro- grams for students of all ages and backgrounds who wish to excel in a chosen field. Whatever a student’s educational development may be, our open-door admission policy wel- comes everyone. A Message At Triton College, you can learn the skills that will pre- pare you for a rewarding career — and put you in demand when you’re ready to start it. from the Through the four decades, we continue to provide a quality education at an affordable cost. Choose from more than 100 associate’s degree or certificate programs in today’s hottest fields, including nursing, computer information sys- President... tems, hospitality industry, teaching, and automotive technol- ogy. In order to address workforce needs and student needs, this past year we added to our program offerings the Associ- ate of Arts in Teaching degrees and the online associates degree program. Triton College continues to be committed to: • Growth: We are expanding programs and services to address the needs of the community. • Student Success: We want to help students achieve their personal and educational goals, such as learning new skills, developing a hobby, or getting good jobs. • Diversity: We are striving to enhance the environment that embraces diversity among our students and employees. • Quality: We continue to strive to provide the best edu- cation and services possible. • Collaboration: Working together with businesses, community organizations, and other educational insti- tutions, we are striving to make this institution the best it can be for its community. Best of luck with your higher education goals. I am con- fident that you will find Triton College eager to help you succeed. Sincerely, Dr. Patricia Granados President Board of Trustees 3 Mark R. Stephens Donna L. Peluso Irene Moskal Del Giudice Chairman Vice Chairwoman Secretary Merrill M. Becker Stephen Kubiczky Glenn A. Stam Diane Viverito Nick Nolfi Student Trustee Term Ending: April 2005 Triton College 2000 Fifth Avenue 4 River Grove, Illinois 60171 General (708) 456–0300 • Registration (708) 456–5000 Web site: http://www.triton.edu • E-mail: [email protected] Arts & Sciences Transfer Guarantee related to the program of study and must submit a letter, Triton College guarantees that courses approved for jointly signed by the employer, within one year of program transfer to another college will be honored either as pro- completion certifying that the graduate is lacking entry- gram requirements, general education requirements or level skills guaranteed in the program. electives. Students must develop their program of study • When a claim is determined to be valid, a written with an academic advisor or counselor to ensure that retraining program will be developed by the employer, selected courses are transferable. If they are not, and all pro- graduate and program coordinator, subject to the visions of the Credit Transfer Guarantee are followed, the approval of the program’s dean, specifying the course(s) tuition and course fees will be refunded to the student. and/or instruction to be provided and the skills to be Effective Summer 1998 for new incoming freshmen, the mastered. The college will have the option of provid- Illinois Articulation Initiative allows transfer of the General ing retraining through regularly offered courses or by Education Core curriculum between participating Illinois insti- instruction specifically designed for the employee. tutions. The Baccalaureate Majors Recommendations build on Course prerequisites and other admission require- the transferable General Education Core Curriculum by identi- ments for retraining courses must be met and are not fying courses in the major as well as prerequisite courses that part of this guarantee. students need to transfer with junior standing into the specific • Instruction and remediation must be completed within major. Triton students are encouraged to complete the associate’s one year from the time the retraining plan is agreed degree prior to transfer. upon. To complete a guarantee, students must meet with a • Instruction and remediation will be provided tuition- Triton College counselor and select courses based on the free. Lab fees and other costs are not included in the intended major and transfer institution. The student, the guarantee and said fees and costs will be the sole counselor and the Dean of Student Services will sign the responsibility of the student. guarantee. If the courses do not transfer as per the terms of • Program advisory committees validate the list of skills the signed Credit Transfer Guarantee, the tuition and specified in course outlines and may participate in the course fees will be refunded to the student. development of educational guarantee retraining guidelines. In the event of a disagreement between the Career Educational Guarantee college and an employer regarding whether or not the Triton College, as a demonstration of its dedication to student possesses the skills specified in the course out- providing exemplary programs and services, and as a reflec- line, the program advisory committee may serve as tion of its pride, confidence and accountability in education arbitrator and will make the final determination. and workforce preparation, hereby guarantees that all cer- The limits of the college’s liability is to the retraining tificate and degree graduates have obtained the skills speci- specified above. Additional conditions or procedures may fied in the program’s course outlines. Graduates whose be required in order to effectuate this guarantee. employers have determined they are lacking in the skills contained in the program may receive a maximum of 12 CATALOG DISCLAIMER: credit hours of occupational course work or up to 100 hours This catalog contains information regarding Triton of specially designed instruction, free of tuition, subject to College, which is current at the time of publication. It is not the conditions and procedures of the guarantee policy. intended to be a complete description of all Triton College’s policies and procedures, nor is it intended to be a contract. Conditions and Notification This catalog and its provisions are subject to change at any To use the guarantee, the graduate will submit a letter time, and may be revised by Triton College in the future to the appropriate dean, with appropriate documentation. without advance notice. The graduate must be employed in a position directly THIS CATALOG IS NOT A CONTRACT. State of Illinois Illinois assures transferring students that lower-divi- sion general education requirements for an associate’s General Education Core or bachelor’s degree have been satisfied. This agree- Curriculum Requirements ment is in effect for students entering an associate or baccalaureate degree-granting institution as a first- time freshman in summer 1998 (and thereafter). Effective for Incoming Freshmen as of Summer 1998 Contact an academic advisor for additional infor- Triton College is a participant in the Illinois mation and read about the IAI on the World Wide Articulation Initiative (IAI), a statewide agreement Web at http://www.iTransfer.org. that allows transfer of the completed General Educa- tion Core Curriculum between participating institu- tions. Completion of the General Education Core Cur- riculum at any participating college or university in Accreditation 3. Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education Triton College is accredited by the Commission 111 N. Canal Street, Suite 1053 on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Cen- Chicago, IL 60606 tral Association of Colleges and Schools. (312) 886-8434 (312) 353-2540 (TDD) 5 NCA-CIHE may be reached at: 4. Illinois Education Labor Relations Board 160 North LaSalle Street, Suite N-400 North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Chicago, IL 60601 Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (312) 793-3170 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400 (800) 526-0844 (TDD) Chicago, IL 60602-2504 Telephone: (800) 621-7440 Fax: (312) 263-7462 Acción Afirmativa y Título IX e-mail: [email protected] Triton College reafirma su cometido de Acción Web