Merced College 3600 M Street Merced, CA 95348-2898 (209) 384-6000 www.mccd.edu Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges This catalog is published for informational purposes. Although every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy, it is not to be considered an irrevocable contract between the student and Merced College. The college reserves the right to change provisions and descriptions at any time while taking precautions that such changes do not adversely affect enrolled students. Students are advised to consult the current Schedule of Classes and college counselors for supplementary information. FROM THE PRESIDENT Welcome to Merced College where students are our focus! The Merced College Team is committed to helping you achieve your educational and career goals. Our committed faculty, classified professionals, and leadership work hard to ensure access and success for all students. Since first opening our doors in 1962, thousands of students have pursued and achieved their academic and professional goals. With more than 14,000 students enrolled, we provide cutting edge and innovative programs to prepare society ready graduates with both regional and global perspectives. We put students first whether we are providing academic counseling, teaching in the classroom, maintaining our beautiful campus and facilities, or assisting with student support programs and services. With more than 135 associate degree and certificate program available, guaranteed transfer agreements with four-year institutions, and comprehensive career technical education programs, Merced College is prepared to equip you for the career of your choice. Merced College is accredited with the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. A number of our specialized programs maintain their own professional accreditation as well. At Merced College, we honor and pursue our mission, institutional philosophy, and core values and beliefs. We also pursue the goals of our current strategic plan, striving always to improve our institutional effectiveness and our learning outcomes for students. We are glad that you have discovered Merced College as a place where you can continue on your individual path to a better future through education. Every member of the college community is here to support you in reaching your academic goals. It is my sincere hope that you find a home at Merced College. Please let our dedicated team of professionals know how we can best meet your needs. I look forward to seeing you when you are on campus. Sincerely, Chris Vitelli, M.Ed. Superintendent/President WWW.MCCD.EDU 2017-2018 CATALOG TABLE OF CONTENTS Calendar ..............................................................................................................................................................................5 Campus Map ...........................................................................................................................................................267-268 Board of Trustees and Administration ................................................................................................................................6 Directors ...............................................................................................................................................................................7 Faculty ..............................................................................................................................................................................260 General District Information ...............................................................................................................................................8 College Policies, Regulations and Procedures ..............................................................................................................11 Admission & Registration ...................................................................................................................................................17 Who Can Be Admitted ..........................................................................................................................................17 Student Success and Support Program (Matriculation) ....................................................................................17 Registering for Courses ..........................................................................................................................................18 Changing Your Schedule ......................................................................................................................................20 Tuition, Fees, and Refunds .....................................................................................................................................20 Residency & Tuition ................................................................................................................................................21 Attendance & Grading .........................................................................................................................................22 Acceptance of Credit from Other Institutions at Merced College .................................................................23 Other Means of Obtaining Credit at Merced College .....................................................................................23 Probation & Dismissal .............................................................................................................................................24 Student and College Services ...........................................................................................................................................26 Associate Degree Majors and Certificate Programs .....................................................................................................34 Preparing for Graduation ..................................................................................................................................................32 Competency Requirements .................................................................................................................................33 Associate Degree Breadth Requirements ...........................................................................................................37 CLEP .....................................................................................................................................................................38 International Baccalaureate (IB) .........................................................................................................................41 AP Examinations and Placement Grid ................................................................................................................42 English As a Second Language and Pre-College English Sequence ..............................................................57 Mathematics Sequence .......................................................................................................................................58 Transfer Requirements .......................................................................................................................................................45 CSU-GE Breadth Certification Requirements ......................................................................................................47 Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) .....................................................................50 UC TCA (University of California Transfer Course Agreement) .........................................................................53 Course Numbering ............................................................................................................................................................17 Course Descriptions ..........................................................................................................................................................17 Continuing Education (Noncredit) Courses ..................................................................................................................256 Business and Community Programs ................................................................................................................................59 Index................ .................................................................................................................................................................269 • General District Information • 3 MERCED COLLEGE 209.384.6000 ACADEMIC SCHEDULE 2017-2018 SUMMER 2017 SUMMER 2017 dates for 6 week classes Summer and Fall 2017 Semester Registration Begins..................................................................................................................................... April 12, 2017 SUMMER 2017 SEMESTER BEGINS ...............................................................................................................................................................June 5, 2017 Adds Require Instructor’s Signature beginning first day of the term ..................................................................................................................June 5, 2017 Refund Deadline for for all classes, you must drop before 10% of the class meetings ..................................................... before 10% of the class meetings