SOUTH ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2011-2012 Catalog 1-800-955-2289 www.southark.edu West Campus East Campus Warren Site 300 S. West Ave. 3696 East Main Rd. 800 N. Walnut El Dorado, AR El Dorado, AR Warren, AR 71730 71730 71671 (870) 862-8131 (870) 862-4926 (870) 226-6920 1 President’s Welcome A Message from the President Un Mensaje del Presidente Welcome to South Arkansas Community Bienvenidos a South Arkansas Community College! College! We are dedicated to making affordable, Nos dedicamos a la fabricación de una quality higher education and workforce educación superior, de la calidad y entre- training accessible to citizens of south Ar- namiento de la mano de obra accesibles a kansas. As a comprehensive community los ciudadanos de Arkansas del sur. Como college, we prepare students for associate- Instituto de Enseñanza Superior compren- degree and certificate occupational and sivo, preparamos a los estudiantes para workforce development programs and four- el grado de asociado y certificaciones de year university transfer, as well as provide programas ocupacionales y de la mano non-credit programs for lifelong learning, de obra de desarrollo, transferencia a las enjoyment and enrichment, or workforce universades de cuatro años, tambien ofrec- training. emos programas sin crédito para que la educación siga siendo interminable, dis- Our faculty, staff and administrators are frute y enriquecimiento, o enseñanza/apre- dedicated to creating a positive learning ndizaje de habilidades nuevas. environment to enable you to achieve your educational goals. We provide current tech- Nuestra facultad, personal profesional nology, learning resources and support ser- y administradores se dedican a crear un vices to assist you in the learning process. ambiente de aprendizaje positivo para permitirle alcanzar sus metas educativas. We strive to be the leading resource for Ofrecemos tecnología, recursos de apren- education, workforce training, cultural ac- dizaje, y los servicios de asistencia actuales tivities, collaborative partnerships and eco- para asistirle en el proceso de aprendizaje. nomic development in the area. Nos esforzamos ser el recurso principal para la educación, el entrenamiento de la This catalog contains important informa- mano de obra, las actividades culturales, tion about the college’s courses, programs, las sociedades de colaboración y el desar- services and policies. Courses are offered rollo económico en el área. at various times and through various meth- ods of delivery for your convenience. Este catálogo contiene la información im- portante sobre los cursos de universidad, If you require additional information, los programas, los servicios, y requisitos. please visit our website at www.southark. Los cursos se ofrecen en las varias horas edu, contact the college at 1-800-955-2289 y con varios métodos de entrega para su or come visit the campus. We are here for conveniencia. Si usted nececita mas infor- you! mación, visite por favor nuestra sitio web www.southark. edu, haga contacto con la I look forward to seeing you on campus, universidad al 1-800-955-2289 o venga vis- itar el campus. ¡Estamos aquí para usted! Barbara R. Jones, Ph. D. President Nos vemos en el campus, Barbara R. Jones, Presidente, Ph.D. 2 South Arkansas Community College has published this catalog to provide general informa- tion regarding program and course offerings. The information contained is the most accu- rate available at the time of publication, but changes may become effective before the next catalog is printed. This catalog is not a legal contract, and all provisions contained herein are subject to change. It is ultimately the student’s responsibility to stay abreast of current regulations, curricula, and the status of specific programs being offered. Further, the col- lege reserves the right to modify requirements, curricula offerings, and charges and to add, alter, or delete courses and programs through appropriate procedures. While reasonable efforts will be made to publicize such changes, students are encouraged to seek current information from appropriate offices. TABLE OF CONTENTS President’s Welcome ...........................................................................................................2 About the College ...............................................................................................................4 Academic Calendar 2011-2012 .........................................................................................12 Admissions Information ....................................................................................................14 Registration and Enrollment .............................................................................................21 Student Services ................................................................................................................36 Financial Aid and Scholarships .........................................................................................56 Tuition and Fees ................................................................................................................64 Credit Programs and Awards .............................................................................................69 Liberal Arts .......................................................................................................................75 Education Programs ..........................................................................................................79 Health and Natural Science Programs ..............................................................................90 Information and Business Technology Programs ...........................................................122 Trade and Industry Programs ..........................................................................................129 Adult Education and Corporate and Community Education ..........................................141 Course Descriptions ........................................................................................................145 Faculty and Staff .............................................................................................................186 Index ...............................................................................................................................191 3 About the College A Historical Summary Sexual Harassment Mission Statement Complaints from the Public Purposes of the College Drug-Free Campus and Workplace Values Statement of Compliance Board of Trustees Helpful Contacts at SouthArk SouthArk Foundation Academic Calendar Accreditation and Affiliations Inclement Weather Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Hours of Operation A Historical Summary South Arkansas Community College, known locally as SouthArk, is a public, compre- hensive community college with an open-door policy, providing educational programs, workforce development, civic and cultural enrichment, and support services to students and residents in its service area. Formed from a merger of Southern Arkansas Univer- sity, El Dorado Branch (SAU-EB), and Oil Belt Technical College (OBTC), South Ar- kansas Community College was approved by a 62 percent majority vote in Union County in March 1992. Then-Governor Bill Clinton appointed a nine-member Board of Trustees, and all assets and liabilities of Oil Belt and SAU-EB were transferred by June 30, 1992, to SouthArk. The former OBTC became known as the East Campus and SAU-EB the West Campus. Mission Statement South Arkansas Community College promotes excellence in learning, teaching, and ser- vice; provides lifelong educational opportunities; and serves as a cultural, intellectual, and economic resource for the community. Purposes of the College To provide an environment that fosters excellence in learning and teaching. To provide a university transfer program of high academic quality for students who plan to continue their education. To offer degree and certificate programs to develop or enhance occupational skills that prepare learners for a changing global economy. To provide developmental courses to prepare students to do college level work. To provide adult education and workforce development. To provide comprehensive student services to enhance students’ success. To promote the civic and cultural life and the economic development of the community. To make education accessible through innovative instructional methods. Values The college has identified six values statements that serve as guiding principles in fulfilling the Mission Statement. Excellence in Education We are committed to providing students access to a highly competent, innovative, and supportive faculty and staff; modern facilities equipped with current technology; and high- quality academic and occupational programs. 4 Student Learning We are committed to providing support, respect, and encouragement, thereby enabling students to achieve their educational goals and develop skills for lifelong learning. Contribution to the Community We strive to serve the academic, occupational, and enrichment needs of the community; enhance its quality of life; and support economic development in South Arkansas. Quality of Work Environment Recognizing that everyone contributes to the learning process, we value each member of our college community; foster respect, trust, and support among faculty, staff, and students; encourage responsible, creative risk-taking and innovation; and recognize and reward ex- ceptional performance and integrity.