Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges Accredited by the Connecticut Board of Governors for Higher Education Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education Member of American Association of Community Colleges Member of National Council for Occupational Education Member of League of Innovation Tunxis Community College • Fall 2009 to Spring 2010 Catalog • 860.255.3500 • tunxis.commnet.edu • Page 1 Tunxis Community College Mission Statement Tunxis Community College offers its students a quality, yet affordable education in an accessible and supportive environment, fostering the skills necessary to succeed in an increasingly complex world. Vision Statement Tunxis Community College will be a vibrant educational and cultural center responsive to current as well as emerging student and community needs. Accreditation Statement Tunxis Community College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. (NEASC), a non-governmental, nationally-recognized organization whose affiliated institutions include elementary schools through collegiate institutions offering postgraduate instruction. Accreditation of an institution by NEASC indicates that it meets or exceeds criteria for the assessment of institutional quality periodically applied through a peer group review process. An accredited school or college is one which has available the necessary resources to achieve its stated purposes through appropriate educational programs, is substantially doing so, and gives reasonable evidence that it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future. Institutional integrity is also addressed through accreditation. Accreditation by NEASC is not partial but applies to the institution as a whole. As such, it is not a guarantee of the quality of every course or program offered, or the competence of individual graduates. Rather, it provides reasonable assurance about the quality of opportunities available to students who attend the institution. Inquiries regarding the status of the institution’s accreditation by NEASC should be directed to the administrative staff of the College. Individuals may also contact NEASC at 209 Burlington Road, Bedford, Massachusetts 01730-1433. Page 2 • Tunxis Community College • Fall 2009 to Spring 2010 Catalog • 860.255.3500 • tunxis.commnet.edu President’s Message Welcome to Tunxis Community College! A transformation has been occurring at Tunxis Community College, and we hope that you are excited by it as we are. The new library and classroom buildings have given us more space in which to offer quality programming for you and for members of the Tunxis community. Our students have always been supported in their efforts to prepare for their futures, and we continue to do the best job we can to change with the needs and desires of those who come to us. You will find that the learning environment at Tunxis is very exciting; students of all ages and backgrounds make a life-changing decision to invest in themselves. We then work very hard to protect that investment by providing state-of-the-art technology, a first-class library, a wide variety of special events, and a cadre of highly-qualified faculty and staff. This catalog is designed to acquaint you with the College’s programs and services and to help you better understand the educational adventure that awaits you as a Tunxis student. We look forward to having you join us! Sincerely, Cathryn L. Addy, Ph.D. President Tunxis Community College • Fall 2009 to Spring 2010 Catalog • 860.255.3500 • tunxis.commnet.edu • Page 3 Contents Academic Calendars ....................................................................................................................................................................................5-6 General Information .................................................................................................................................................................................7-21 Admissions ...................................................................................................................................................................................................22-32 Student Affairs ...........................................................................................................................................................................................33-39 Financial Aid Services ............................................................................................................................................................................40-46 Academic Information ..........................................................................................................................................................................47-62 Programs/Program Learning Objectives .................................................................................................................................63-158 Course Descriptions ........................................................................................................................................................................159-221 Expenses .................................................................................................................................................................................................222-227 Workforce Development & Continuing Education ....................................................................................................... 228-230 Policy Statements ...............................................................................................................................................................................231-258 Tunxis CC Foundation and Advisory Board, Inc. .......................................................................................................................259 Alumni Association of Tunxis Community College ...................................................................................................................260 Directory ................................................................................................................................................................................................261-289 Index .........................................................................................................................................................................................................290-296 Maps of Campus ................................................................................................................................................................................297-301 Directions / Maps ..............................................................................................................................................................................302-303 Telephone Directory ..................................................................................................................................................................................304 Tunxis Community College reserves the right to change any of the provisions in this catalog at any time. Information and regulations printed herein are subject to change. The board of Trustees and the College Administration may extend, expand, or delete courses and programs described. Tunxis Community College was established by Public Act 812 of the 1969 General Assembly. Tunxis Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Non-discrimination Policy The Community College System of the state of Connecticut will not discriminate against any person on the grounds of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, marital status, mental retardation, sexual orientation, learning disability, or physical disability, including, but not limited to, blindness, or prior conviction of a crime, unless the provisions of sections 46a-60(b), 46a-80(b), or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there is a bona fide occupational qualification excluding persons in one of the above protected groups. With respect to the foregoing, discrimination on the basis of sex shall include sexual harassment as defined in section 46a- 60(8) of the Connecticut General Statutes. Although it is recognized that there are bona fide occupational qualifications, which provide for exception from employment prohibitions, it is understood these exceptions are to be applied pursuant to section 46a-68-33 of the administrative regulations. Further, the System will not discriminate against any person on the grounds of political beliefs or veteran status. Page 4 • Tunxis Community College • Fall 2009 to Spring 2010 Catalog • 860.255.3500 • tunxis.commnet.edu Academic Calendars for 2009-2010 2009 Fall Semester (August 28 - December 23) August 25 (T – 10am-6:30pm) In-person/Final Registration (ALL Students) August 26 (W – 10am-6:30pm) In-person/Final Registration (ALL Students) August 27 (R – by 4pm) Last Day to Drop a Course With 100% Tuition Refund August 28 (F) FIRST DAY OF CLASSES August 28 (F – 9am-4pm) Add/Drop Registration (Current & Returning Students ONLY) Late fee applies August 31 (M – 9am-6pm) Add/Drop Registration (Current & Returning Students ONLY) Late fee applies August 31 (M – 10am) Senior Registration September 01-03 (T-R – 9am-6pm) Add/Drop Registration (Current & Returning Students ONLY) Late fee applies September 03 (R) Last Day