Yuba College A Public Community College in its Eighty-Ninth Year of Service Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, and recognized as a fully accredited two-year Community College by the University of California, the California State University, the California Community Colleges, the United States Office of Education, the Veterans Administration, and the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers. Yuba College 2088 North Beale Road Marysville, California 95901 (530) 741-6700 yc.yccd.edu Clear Lake Campus 15880 Dam Road Extension Clearlake, California 95422 (707) 995-7900 clc.yccd.edu Sutter County Center 3301 E. Onstott Road Yuba City, California 95993 (530) 751-5600 Beale AFB Outreach Services Base Education Building 17849 16th Street Beale AFB, California 95903 (530) 788-0973 Information about course offerings, fees, refunds, and college policies published in this Catalog, is subject to change without prior notice. Any updates to courses and programs can be found in the Catalog Addendum. Any updates to policy, enrollment, or fee information can be found in the online Semester Class Schedule prior to registration each term (Fall 2015 and Spring 2016). District Map 2015-16 Catalog Table of Contents Page District Map ...................................................... 2 District Calendar .............................................. 4 President’s Welcome ....................................... 7 District Organization ........................................ 8 sville District Information......................................... 10 College Goals, Mission and Philosophy .........11 General Information ....................................... 12 Programs and Services ................................. 14 Admissions .................................................... 23 Registration Procedures ................................ 27 Student Fees and Expenses ......................... 30 Financial Aid .................................................. 32 College Life.................................................... 34 Academic Regulations and Information ......... 38 Graduation Requirements ............................. 50 Transfer Preparation and Information ............ 52 Programs and Options................................... 56 Course Information ........................................ 64 Programs and Courses.................................. 68 Classified Staff ............................................. 196 Academic Faculty and Administrators ......... 199 Legend Index ............................................................ 205 District Boundary Important Phone Numbers .......................... 208 Roadways County Lines Campus Map ........................ Inside Back Cover Yuba College and District Office District Campuses and Centers Photos contributed by: Jerabi Tascoe & Jeanette O’Bryan 2 2015-2016 Catalog 3 District Calendar District Calendar Summer 2015 Spring 2016 June 8 Summer Session 2015 commences for regular six-week summer Spring Semester 2016 – 83 days of regular instruction classes; other classes have different dates June 10 Last day to add a class/register for six-week classes January 18 Academic and administrative holiday – Martin Luther King Day June 15 Refund deadline for six-week classes observance (Monday) July 1 Deadline to apply for summer 2015 graduation January 19 INSTRUCTION BEGINS FOR SPRING SEMESTER July 1 Last day to drop a class with a “W” for six-week classes January 22 **Last day to add courses or register without special permission July 2 Academic and administrative holiday – Independence Day January 29 **Last day to be eligible for refund of enrollment, parking, student observed (Thursday) services fees, and non-resident tuition July 16 Regular six-week classes end January 29 Instructors are to drop No Shows for Census Roster Clearance January 29 **Last day to drop class(es) without a “W” grade on permanent Fall 2015 record Fall Semester 2015- 84 days of regular instruction February 1 Census date for full-term classes February 12 Academic and administrative holiday – Lincoln’s Birthday August 17 Instruction begins for Fall Semester observance (Friday) August 21 ** Last day to add courses or register without special permission February 15 Academic and administrative holiday – Washington’s Birthday August 28 ** Last day to be eligible for refund of enrollment, parking, student observance (Monday) services fees, and non-resident tuition February 19 **Last day to elect Pass/No Pass grading option September 4 Instructors are to drop No Shows for Census Roster Clearance March 2 Cal Grant deadline – Free Application for Federal Student Aid September 4 ** Last day to drop class(es) to prevent “W” grade(s) on permanent (FAFSA) completed and submitted to the federal government to record determine Cal Grant eligibility and federal aid priority funding September 7 Academic and administrative holiday – Labor Day (Monday) March 28 – April 1 Spring recess; academic holidays September 8 Census date for full-term classes (Tuesday) March 30—April 1 Administrative holidays (Wednesday-Friday) September 17 Constitution Day (observance) – activities to be announced April 15 Deadline to apply for spring 2016 graduation September 18 ** Last day to elect Pass/No Pass grading option April 22 **Last day to drop class(es) with a “W” grade on permanent record November 11 Academic and administrative holiday – Veterans Day observed May 15 Closing date for International Student Applications for fall 2016 (Wednesday) May 16-23 Limited student activities November 13 ** Last day to drop class(es) with a “W” grade on permanent record May 17-23 Final examination period November 13 Deadline to apply for fall 2015 graduation May 20 Commencement ceremonies November 26-27 Academic and administrative holiday – Thanksgiving (Thursday – May 23 Conclusion of spring semester; Academic Year 2015-2016 ends Friday) May 26 Grades from instructors are due for spring 2016 semester December 1 Closing date for International Student Applications for spring 2016 May 30 Academic and administrative holiday – Memorial Day observance December 7-16 Limited extracurricular student activities (Monday) December 10-16 Final examination period December 16 Conclusion of fall semester **Dates apply to full-semester classes; short-term class dates will vary. December 21 Grades from instructors are due for fall 2015 semester December 24 – Winter recess – all offices CLOSED Summer 2016 January 1 June 13 Summer Session 2016 commences (regular 6-week summer classes will end on July 21; other classes have different dates) **Dates apply to full-semester classes; short-term class dates will vary. July 1 Deadline to apply for summer 2016 graduation 4 2015-2016 Catalog 5 District Calendar President’s Welcome Welcome to Yuba College. We are elated that you have selected Yuba College as an institution of choice to continue your higher education experience. An educational degree is a distinguishing achieve- ment that will provide you a lifetime of rewards. Our counselors and staff are ready to provide guidance in selecting a field of study and the related courses that parallel your interests. Your career goals drive Yuba College to offer many certificates and associate degrees in applied GH Javaheripour sciences and transfer degree programs. We provide President a large selection of introductory courses to support your education needs towards achieving your career goals. Yuba College sup- ports high school students in the community to jumpstart their higher educa- tion goals. We offer concurrent enrollment courses that apply to meeting the requirements for your high school diploma while accumulating credits towards your associate degree. Our faculty and instructional support staff are eager to extend their expertise in ensuring your educational success. Yuba College administration is committed to updating technologies that enhance your educational experience as a student in the fields of allied health, career technology, public safety fields, or any of our transfer degree programs. We are equally committed to providing our students with a healthy and safe teaching and learning environment by constantly improving conditions. We provide programs that address your academic needs and your opportu- nity for a robust student life experience that will prepare you for professional life. The Yuba College Associated Students, a multitude of sports teams and events, theater and fine arts, and various cultural programs are among the ac- tivities you may enjoy while completing your course of study at Yuba College. You have the commitment from our faculty and staff to provide exceptional instruction, student services, and student life experiences at Yuba College. Your journey to great things begins at Yuba College. 6 2015-2016 Catalog 7 District Organization Divisions: 2015-2016 Applied Academics ...............................................................................................Dr. Daren Otten, Dean Programs Agriculture Culinary Arts District Organization Automotive Technology Drafting Business Manufacturing Technology Cooperative Work Experience Veterinary Technology Governing Board Cosmetology Welding Gary Sandy, Board President .................................................................................................................. Trustee Area 5 Director, Public Safety .........................................................................................................Dr. Pete Villarreal Michael