Cosumnes River College 2005-2006 Catalog CollegeSource Visit the CollegeSource Online website at http://www.collegesource.org Copyright & Disclaimer You may: Information l print copies of the information for your own personal use, Copyright© 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005. l store the files on your own computer for per- CollegeSource, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. sonal use only, or l reference this material from your own docu- CollegeSource digital catalogs are derivative ments. works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content CollegeSource, Inc. and Career Guidance is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. Foundation reserves the right to revoke such authorization at any time, and any such use shall be While CollegeSource, Inc. and Career Guidance discontinued immediately upon written notice from Foundation provides information as a service to CollegeSource, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs. Disclaimer This means you may NOT: CollegeSource digital catalogs are converted from either the original printed catalog or elec- l distribute the digital catalog files to others, tronic media supplied by each school. Although every attempt is made to ensure accurate con- l “mirror” or include this material on an version of data, CollegeSource, Inc. and Career Internet (or Intranet) server, or Guidance Foundation and the schools which provide the data do not guarantee that this l modify or re-use digital files information is accurate or correct. The information without the express written consent of provided should be used only as reference and CollegeSource, Inc. and Career Guidance planning tools. Final decisions should be based and Foundation and the appropriate school. confirmed on data received directly from each school. COSUMNES RIVER COLLEGE 2005-2006 College Catalog SEEK KNOWLEDGE COSUMNES RIVER COLLEGE 8401 Center Parkway Sacramento, CA 95823-5799 (916) 691-7344 Los Rios Community College District i A Word from the College President Welcome to Cosumnes River College. At Cosumnes River College, we are proud that the 2005-06 academic year marks the 35th year of service to our students and our community. Since our inception in 1970, the college has served almost a quarter of a million students who are now making significant and lasting contributions to a wide range of professions, including those in business and industry, education, medicine, health, law, public service, arts and entertainment, and technology – to name a few. Soon, you will be amongst those ranks of students who have received an exemplary and affordable education. Our faculty, staff, and students continue to inspire academic excellence, personal growth, and civic responsibility. Our campus possesses a dynamic and supportive learning environment that draws from our talented, culturally rich, and diverse students, faculty, and staff. We invite you to take a close look at our comprehensive academic programs and curriculum – you’ll like what you see. CRC offers a broad range of courses and services to meet your needs. Some programs, like those in Agriculture, Dietetics, Veterinary Technology, Communications Media, Organizational Communication, Medical Assisting, and Construction are the only ones in the region. Whether its transferring to the university, obtaining a general degree or certificate for a specific profession, upgrading your skills, or simply taking courses to increase your breadth of knowledge, our goal is to help you succeed. Throughout the year, you’ll witness the construction of new facilities on campus to better serve you. We will be opening our new Learning Resources Center near the library and expanding our college bookstore. As we continue to grow and extend our reach in the community, you will also see other campus improvements that will enhance your overall learning experience. On behalf of my colleagues at Cosumnes River College, welcome to our college. We thank you for the confidence you have instilled in us to assist you in achieving your educational goals. Continued Success, Francisco C. Rodriguez Francisco C. Rodriguez ii TABLE OF CONTENTS ACADEMIC CALENDAR (Summer 2005, Fall 2005, Spring 2006) ....................................................................... iv ALPHABETICAL SUBJECT DIRECTORY ................................................................................................................ 1 AREAS OF STUDY ................................................................................................................................................ 2 ABOUT THE COLLEGE ......................................................................................................................................... 3 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES ............................................................................................. 6 STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES ............................................................................................................................ 9 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ................................................................................................................................... 15 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................................ 18 ALTERNATIVE CREDIT /STUDY OPTIONS ......................................................................................................... 20 CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITIES (G.E. Requirements for Transfer) ................................................................ 23 TRANSFER COURSES FOR C.S.U. SYSTEM ........................................................................................................ 24 UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SYSTEMWIDE (G.E. Requirements for Transfer) .................................................. 26 CALIFORNIA ARTICULATION NUMBER SYSTEM (CAN) .................................................................................. 27 INTERSEGMENTAL GENERAL EDUCATION TRANSFER CURRICULUM (IGETC).............................................. 28 TRANSFER COURSES FOR UC SYSTEM ............................................................................................................. 29 DEGREES & CERTIFICATES ................................................................................................................................. 30 DESCRIPTION OF COURSES / PREREQUISITES, COREQUISITES AND ADVISORIES......................................... 33 OFFICIAL COURSE PREFIX ................................................................................................................................. 34 CROSS LISTED AND CROSS REFERENCED COURSES .......................................................................................35 CAMPUS MAP .................................................................................................................................................... 37 MAP OF AREA .................................................................................................................................................... 38 COLLEGE & ACADEMIC REGULATIONS ........................................................................................................... 39 RIGHT TO KNOW .............................................................................................................................................. 43 COLLEGE ADMINISTRATION .......................................................................................................................... 338 FACULTY CODE OF ETHICS ............................................................................................................................ 339 FACULTY & STAFF ........................................................................................................................................... 339 RENUMBERING GUIDE, New Course Numbering System ................................................................................ 349 INDEX............................................................................................................................................................... 356 Board of Trustees Ms. Kay Albiani Mr. Terry Cochran Mr. Tim Loree Ms. Ruth Scribner Ms. Ann Blackwood Ms. Pamela Haynes Mr. Bruce Pomer Student Trustee Chancellor Dr. Brice W. Harris LOS RIOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT 1919 Spanos Court Sacramento, CA 95825 Catalog Publication Formats Available This publication is available in alternate formats (large print, Braille, Cover Design: Kristie West and Andrea Takeda audio tape, or e-text). Please call (916) 691-7273 (voice or TDD). iii 2005-2006 ACADEMIC CALENDAR SUMMER SESSION 2005 June 6............................................................................................................................................................... Instruction begins for 1st session June 13............................................................................................................................................Instruction begins for 8-Week / 2nd Session June 17........................................................................................................... Last Day to Petition for August Graduation and Certificates June 20.............................................................................................................................................Instruction begins for 6-week