2017-2018 Catalog Contents Welcome to TCC Four-Year Degree TCC at a Glance ..................................................................1 Bachelor of Applied Science The College Campus ..........................................................5 in Health Information ...............................................67 2017-2018 Instructional Calendar ........................................6 Career Training Enroll in College Career Training Programs ..................................................69 Start here ............................................................................7 Accounting ........................................................................71 Admission to TCC ...............................................................8 Business ...........................................................................73 Residency ...........................................................................9 Diagnostic Medical Sonography ....................................... 76 Your Academic Success ................................................... 10 Early Childhood Education: Registration ......................................................................12 Emphasis on Children with Special Needs .............78 Schedule Changes ............................................................12 Emergency Medical & Health Services ...........................81 Tuition and Fees ................................................................14 Health Information Technology .........................................83 Financial Assistance .........................................................15 Human Services ...............................................................86 Refund Policy ....................................................................17 Networking and Cyber Security .......................................88 Nursing, RN Option ..........................................................91 Students Paralegal ...........................................................................94 Support for YOU ................................................................18 Radiologic Science ............................................................95 Student Services ..............................................................19 Respiratory Therapy ..........................................................97 Other Services ..................................................................21 Student Policies and Notices ............................................22 Transitional Studies Program Learning Outcomes .........................................100 Instruction Adult Basic Skills Programs ............................................ 101 Learning Outcomes ..........................................................26 Adult Basic Education .....................................................102 Instructional Support Services .........................................27 English as a Second Language .......................................106 Learning Formats ..............................................................29 English for Academic Purposes (EAP) ............................107 College Degrees ...............................................................31 Instructional Policies .........................................................33 Corporate Education ................................................109 Grades and Academic Policies .........................................35 Customized Training ........................................................ 110 Honor Societies ................................................................39 Graduation ........................................................................39 Continuing Education .............................................. 111 Community Education Classes ...................................... 112 College Transfer Job Skills and Career Training ......................................... 112 College-Level Education (Transfer) ...................................41 Online Non-credit Classes .............................................. 112 Associate in Arts ...............................................................44 Associate in Biology .........................................................46 Credit Course Descriptions ..................................... 113 Associate in Business ......................................................47 Associate in Computer Science .......................................49 The TCC Team Associate in Music ...........................................................50 Board of Trustees ............................................................182 Associate in Pre-Nursing ..................................................52 TCC Foundation ..............................................................183 Associate in Science.........................................................53 College Administrative Staff ...........................................183 Associate of Science in Bioengineering Faculty ............................................................................185 and Chemical Engineering ......................................56 Exempt Staff ...................................................................189 Associate of Science in Electrical Classified Staff ................................................................193 and Computer Engineering .....................................57 Definitions .................................................................196 Associate of Science in Mechanical, Civil, Aeronautical, Industrial and Material Science Engineering ...........58 NOTE: Information in this catalog is accurate at the time of publication. Associate in General Studies ............................................59 However, Tacoma Community College reserves the right to make Approved Distribution Course List ...................................60 appropriate changes in procedures, policies, calendars, requirements, Distinction Pathways ........................................................64 programs, courses and fees. When feasible, changes will be announced prior to their effectives dates, but the college assumes no responsibility for giving any particular notice of changes. Nothing included in this catalog should be construed to create any contractual rights. Welcome to TCC! Page 1 Welcome to TCC! TCC at a Glance Tacoma Community College provides a dynamic learning environment that is recognized for student success, academic excellence and quality instruction. Students who enroll at the college enjoy intimate class sizes, diverse classmates and highly qualified professors. Of TCC’s 136 full-time faculty, 79 hold master’s degrees and 40 hold doctorates. TCC students interact with students from local and international backgrounds, and have opportunities to participate in a variety of sports, clubs and activities. The college also offers strong student support services to help ensure student success. Mission TCC creates meaningful and relevant learning, inspires greater equity, and celebrates success in our lives and our communities. Vision Tacoma Community College is recognized as a spirited leader in emphasizing and documenting student learning. We are known for our commitment to innovation and excellence, our inclusive internal and external community, and our technology integration. We achieve this through the collective dedication and recognition of our college family and the generous support of our community. 2014-18 Strategic Plan Core Themes • Create Learning • Achieve Equity • Engage Community • Embrace Discovery 2017-2018 Catalog Tacoma Community College 2017-2018 CATALOG Page 2 Welcome to TCC! Values Educational Options TCC is a Smart Investment The college promotes student success Since 1965, we’ve supported more While the cost of attending four-year by embracing core values of: than 500,000 students in discovering colleges and universities is beyond the • Integrity their passion and preparing for fulfilling reach of many students, tuition at Tacoma careers. Students can pursue degrees Community College remains affordable, • Leadership or receive career training for affordable and TCC academic credits will transfer to • Trust tuition at convenient locations during most four-year colleges and universities. the day, evenings, weekends or online. • Excellence Students can choose: TCC offers a variety of financial aid • Innovation packages to help students reach their • College Transfer (page 41) educational goals. In 2015-2016, the • Access TCC offers several Associate degrees average TCC award -- including grants, • Responsibility to help you prepare for your bachelor’s loans, work study employment and • Diversity degree. Each degree is directly scholarships -- was $6,100. Students transferable to most four-year colleges received $1.6 million in scholarships. • Mutual Respect and institutions in Washington state. • Collegiality TCC’s Financial Aid office offers • Career Training (page 68) limited work study jobs to eligible TCC’s certificate and degree programs students. Work study positions provide training for high demand are posted on the TCC website. careers in business, health and The TCC Career Center posts professional services. new jobs each month and • Transitional Studies (page 99) offers job search services These programs help students improve to students. their basic reading, writing and math $39,235* skills, earn a high school diploma or IBEST job-ready certificate, or study English for Academic Purposes (EAP).