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section onegetting startedmeet elac people >LAYLA CHAVARRIA“When I was a little girl, I wanted <strong>to</strong> be a police officerso I could help people. I majored in AJ <strong>and</strong>was inspired by Mr. San<strong>to</strong>yo because of his experiencesas an LAPD officer <strong>and</strong> his insistencethat an education is important. My goal is <strong>to</strong>work with the FBI so I need at least a BA degree.Now I am ready <strong>to</strong> transfer <strong>to</strong> UC Irvine <strong>to</strong> pursuea major in criminology, psychology <strong>and</strong> socialbehavior. My ELAC professors pushed me <strong>to</strong>excel because they want me <strong>to</strong> succeed.”After graduating with honors from Jordon HighSchool, Layla couldn’t follow her dream of attendingUniversity of California, Irvine, becauseof funding. She started college at ELAC SouthGate, commuting by bus, <strong>and</strong> quickly fell in lovewith the friendly atmosphere <strong>and</strong> great professorsshe found at the centeradministrationof justice


7Matriculation Process, at the time of submittingadmission application.Student Rights <strong>and</strong> Responsibilitiesin Accordance with the MatriculationAgreement• All students have the right <strong>to</strong> challengeor appeal any step in the MatriculationProcess. If a student feels that the assessment,orientation, counseling, <strong>and</strong>/orany other component of the MatriculationProcess is being applied in a discrimina<strong>to</strong>rymanner, please see the MatriculationCoordina<strong>to</strong>r in Building E1, Room 183.• All students have the right <strong>to</strong> challenge anyprerequisite or corequisite by the challengedeadline (“Prerequisite or CorequisiteChallenge Petition” forms are available inthe Enrollment Center, Admissions, <strong>and</strong>Counseling area).• All students have the right <strong>to</strong> an efficientMatriculation Process.• All students have the right <strong>to</strong> refuse anyparts of the Matriculation Process. Pleaserequest a “Matriculation Refusal” form at thetime of admissions in the Enrollment Center.<strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong>Policy On AcademicHonestyApproved February 28, 2006 by theAcademic Senate <strong>and</strong> Vice President ofStudent ServicesStudents, you are expected <strong>to</strong> refrainfrom engaging in the following behaviors:1. Using, receiving, or providing unauthorizedinformation during tests or on anywritten assignments.2. Changing answers on assignments afterwork has been graded.3. Using unauthorized electronic devices,such as cell phones, PDAs, electronic dictionaries,IPODs, etc.4. Having another student take an examinationfor you or taking an examination foranother student. Pho<strong>to</strong> identification maybe required at the first examination.5. Plagiarizing or presenting someone else’swork as your own.6. Forging or altering registration documents,grades, or add permits.7. Bribing or attempting <strong>to</strong> bribe an instruc<strong>to</strong>ror other college official for grade considerationor other special favors.8. Violating any other st<strong>and</strong>ard that an instruc<strong>to</strong>ridentifies as cheating in that particularcourse or subject area.When there is evidence of academic dishonesty,the instruc<strong>to</strong>r may issue the student azero or “F” on that particular assignment ortest. The instruc<strong>to</strong>r may also initiate studentdiscipline under LACCD Board Rule 91101,which may include the issuance of a verbalor written warning. Pursuant <strong>to</strong> LACCDBoard Rule 91101.11 (a), the Vice Presiden<strong>to</strong>f Student Services will place documentationof such warnings in the student’s file.Any student concerned about the implementationof this policy should review the<strong>College</strong> Catalog Student Information, wherehe/she will find references <strong>to</strong> the StudentGrievance Procedure <strong>and</strong> the relevant BoardRules. He/she might also contact the VP ofStudent Services.Continuing StudentRegistration ProcessPriority RegistrationContinuing students have priority in the selectionof courses over all new <strong>and</strong> returningstudents. Priority appointments are basedupon the number of units completed at <strong>East</strong><strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong>.Registration appointments are emailed atleast two weeks before their appointmentdate <strong>and</strong> time <strong>to</strong> their email address on recordwith the Admissions Office. Studentsmay also access the Student InformationSystem at https://eweb4.laccd.edu/WebStudent/signon.asp <strong>to</strong> obtain their registrationappointment; failure <strong>to</strong> register forclasses on the scheduled appointment date<strong>and</strong> time, forfeits priority status.See a CounselorAll continuing students are strongly recommended<strong>to</strong> visit a counselor <strong>and</strong> review theirStudent Educational Plan before registering.Counseling appointments may be made bycontacting the counseling department (323)265-8751. Counseling appointments shouldbe scheduled in advance of the registrationdate <strong>and</strong> time.Schedule of ClassesContinuing students will be provided a freeschedule of classes at the college books<strong>to</strong>rewhen they present an ELAC studentID card. The schedule is also available twoweeks prior <strong>to</strong> the start of registration onlineat www.elac.edu.schedule. Prerequisite challenges are submitted<strong>to</strong> the respective department.Enrollment Processfor New <strong>and</strong> ReturningStudents1. Admission ApplicationComplete And Submit An AdmissionsApplication online or in-person.Online – Complete <strong>and</strong> submit an admissionsapplication online at www.elac.edu.You will receive registration <strong>and</strong> matriculationinformation through email within 2 daysof submission.In-Person – Complete <strong>and</strong> submit anadmissions application in person at theEnrollment Center or Admissions Office atthe South Gate Educational Center. You willneed <strong>to</strong> bring the following documentation.a. Required Documentation forAdmission:You will need <strong>to</strong> bring the following documentationin order <strong>to</strong> process your admissionsapplication <strong>and</strong> <strong>to</strong> determine residencyfor tuition fee purposes.• Identification: Driver’s License, Pho<strong>to</strong>Identification Card, Passport or any otherform of identification.• Social Security Card: A student’s socialsecurity number will be utilized forFinancial Aid purposes only. A student IDnumber can be assigned in lieu of the useof social security number.• Residency:1. Non-U.S. Citizens will need <strong>to</strong> providelegal documentation <strong>to</strong> determine tuitionfees. Documents <strong>to</strong> bring includePermanent Resident Card, EmploymentAuthorization Card, Passport, Visa or otheroriginal immigration documentation.2. Non CA Residents: if you have lived inCA less than two years, submit proof ofCalifornia residence.b. Minor Students enrolled in grades K<strong>to</strong> 12thAdditional documentation is required for specialadmit students enrolled in grades K <strong>to</strong> 12th:• Supplemental Application for Admissions ofStudents Enrolled in grades K – 12th: mustbe signed by the parent or legal guardian<strong>and</strong> home school principal or designee.• If enrolled in grades K <strong>to</strong> 8th or under14 years old, approval <strong>to</strong> attend collegeis determined by a campus committee.Potential students need <strong>to</strong> submit the documentslisted in addition <strong>to</strong> home schooltranscripts, support letter from homeschool official <strong>and</strong> personal statementfrom the student. Supporting documentsschedule OF CLASSESPrerequisitesAll students must clear prerequisites beforeregistering for courses with listed prerequisites.Students currently enrolled in the prerequisitecourse will be allowed <strong>to</strong> registerfor the next level course. If a student dropsor does not pass the prerequisite coursetheir enrollment will be swept from thecourse requiring the prerequisite completion.All prerequisite completion petitions need<strong>to</strong> be submitted <strong>to</strong> the Admissions Officebefore the deadline date listed in the class


elac SPRING 2011must be submitted two weeks prior <strong>to</strong>the start of the college term. Submissionof documents does not guaranteeadmittance.c. California Residence Requirement• A California Resident is defined as onewho has established both physical presence<strong>and</strong> intent <strong>to</strong> make California <strong>and</strong> theUnited States their permanent home, formore than one year from the ResidencyDetermination Date. The ResidencyDetermination Date is defined as the dayimmediately proceeding the opening dayof instruction. Physical presence is definedas continuous physical presence withinthe State of California, excluding temporaryabsences. Intent <strong>to</strong> make the UnitedStates the permanent home is determinedbased upon acceptable evidence submittedby the student, showing intent <strong>to</strong> makethe United States the student’s permanenthome <strong>and</strong> evidence showing the studentis not precluded from establishing permanentresidency in the United States. Forminors under the age of 18, residency willbe derived from their parent or legal guardian.Check with the Enrollment Center regardingyour particular status.• A Non-California Resident student isone who has not resided in the State ofCalifornia for more than one year <strong>and</strong> theday immediately preceding the ResidencyDetermination Date or who has shownconduct inconsistent with a claim forUnited States residence or who is precludedfrom establishing domicile in the UnitedStates. Non-residents, except those whohave temporary United States visas, stillmay attend the college subject <strong>to</strong> nonresidenttuition fees as established by theDistrict’s Board of Trustees.d. Residence ReclassificationStudents who have been classified as nonresidentsmay submit a SupplementaryResidency Questionnaire <strong>to</strong> be reclassifiedas California resident if their status haschanged. The Supplementary ResidencyQuestionnaire is available online or at theEnrollment Center <strong>and</strong> must be submittedprior <strong>to</strong> the semester start date withthe appropriate documentation showingboth physical presence <strong>and</strong> intent <strong>to</strong> makeCalifornia their permanent home, for morethan one year.e. Resident AppealA student may appeal the final residenceclassification determined by the college.The appeal must be made within 30 calendardays of receipt of notification ofthe residence classification. The appealmust be submitted in writing <strong>to</strong> the collegeAdmissions Office who will forward it <strong>to</strong> theDistrict Residency Appeal Officer.f. Fees for Non-Resident Visa Holders• Foreign Residents - Students with visaswhich require residency in the countrygranting the visa or who have not applied<strong>to</strong>wards United States residency status forover one year before the start of the semesterwill be required <strong>to</strong> pay an enrollmentfee of *$26 per unit <strong>and</strong> additional*$204 per unit.• Non-California Residents – United StatesCitizens <strong>and</strong> Permanent Resident CardHolders who have lived in California forless than one year will be required <strong>to</strong> payan enrollment fee of *$26 per unit <strong>and</strong> additional*$186 per unit.*Fees are subject <strong>to</strong> change at any time byBoard action.g. Non-Resident Tuition ExemptionsCertain Non-resident students may be exemptfrom paying non-resident fees:• AB540 – Non-resident students who havecompleted at least three (3) years <strong>and</strong>graduated from a California High Schoolmay be eligible <strong>to</strong> have non-resident tuitionwaived. A student must not be undera non-immigrant visa status, such asB-2 (<strong>to</strong>urist) or F-1 (student) visas <strong>and</strong> musthave or are planning <strong>to</strong> apply for residentstatus in the United States.• Non-Resident Fee Waiver – Non-residentstudents may be exempt from the nonresidenttuition fee, if the nonresident hasdemonstrated a financial need for theexemption.Non-resident tuition exemption certificationforms are available at the Enrollment Centeror South Gate Educational Center <strong>and</strong> onlineat http://www.elac.edu/admission/forms.htm.2. Assessment PlacementProcessMatriculation is an on-going process whichwill help you attain your educational goals.As a matriculant, you will be assisted fromthe moment you first apply <strong>to</strong> the time youcomplete your educational goal. This processworks most effectively by matchingyour skills, interests, needs <strong>and</strong> goals withthe <strong>College</strong>’s courses, programs <strong>and</strong> services.With this information, <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong><strong>College</strong> feels you will be able <strong>to</strong> make thebest choices for your education.At <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong>, you will beconsidered a matriculant if, as a new, continuingor returning student, you declare anyeducational goal or are undecided.In accordance with legislation passed by theCalifornia State legislature, <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong><strong>College</strong> developed a Matriculation Planwhich offers you the following components:a. Participate in the AssessmentPlacementNew students who are not exempt willobtain an Assessment Placement LabSchedule at the time of admission <strong>to</strong> thecollege. Assessment of English, Reading<strong>and</strong> Math courses are not pass or fail tests.The assessment results will provide guidance<strong>and</strong> information needed for a successfulexperience at <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong>,as well as assistance in selecting classes.Please refer <strong>to</strong> the Assessment PlacementLab Schedule available at the Matriculation/Assessment Office or online at www.elac.edu for the assessment lab hoursb. OrientationIt is recommended that new students refer<strong>to</strong> the online orientation (www.elac.edu, Admissions & Records, Matriculation/Assessment, Online Orientation) <strong>and</strong>/orparticipate in the Student Orientation &Counseling Q & A Sessions. Please visit theCounseling Department for session dates &times, or call (323) 265-8751.You may qualify forfree tuition!$…It’s as easy as 1-2-31. Complete Board of Governor’s FeeWaiver Application or the Free ForFederal Student Aid2. Submit <strong>to</strong> Financial Aid Office forimmediate processing3. <strong>Register</strong> for Free Classes, whenapproved2010-2011 INCOME STANDARDSFAMILY SIZE 2009 INCOME1 $ 16,2452 $ 21,8553 $ 27,4654 $ 33,0755 $ 38,6856 $ 44,2957 $ 49,9058 $ 55,517Each AdditionalFamily Member $ 5,610*NOTE: To receive additional funding forcollege expenses please see theFinancial Aid staff <strong>to</strong> complete the applicationprocess.8


9c. Advisement/CounselingAll student matriculants are highly recommended<strong>to</strong> meet with an <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong><strong>College</strong> counselor <strong>and</strong> complete a StudentEducational Plan. This plan will assist you indetermining your educational goal <strong>and</strong> planningthe classes you need for the current<strong>and</strong> future semesters.d. Other Exams Offered• Chemistry 101 Readiness Exam• Ability <strong>to</strong> Benefit (ATB) Exam - alternative <strong>to</strong>meeting High School diploma requirementfor financial aid qualification purposes only.• LACCD Math Competency Exam - alternative<strong>to</strong> meeting the math competency requirementfor AA/AS graduation purposesonly.For more information please visit or call theMatriculation/Assessment Office (E1-183) at(323) 415-4141.3. Course Registrationa. Selection of ClassesUse Section Two of this Schedule of Classes<strong>to</strong> find the course names <strong>and</strong> section numbersfor the courses you want <strong>to</strong> take. Whenchoosing your courses, be sure that themeeting day <strong>and</strong> time of each course doesnot conflict with the meeting day <strong>and</strong> time ofany other course you are planning <strong>to</strong> take.b. Alternative Course SelectionAfter you have selected your first choicecourses, go through the selection processagain <strong>and</strong> select your second choice courses.If your first selection is full you will havethe option <strong>to</strong> select your second choice.Please consider several alternative choicesfor class day <strong>and</strong> times.c. Check Prerequisites/CorequisitesVerify that you have met all prerequisites<strong>and</strong>/or corequisites prior <strong>to</strong> enrolling incourses. Students who do not meet the requirementswill be blocked from courseregistration.d. Counseling AdviseIf you need help selecting your classes visitthe Counseling department. You may want<strong>to</strong> consult with a counselor <strong>to</strong> clarify thetransfer <strong>and</strong> graduation information whichappears in Section Four of this schedule ofclasses.e. Registration optionsStudents may register for classes on the designatedappointment time <strong>and</strong> make programadjustments through any one of the two optionslisted below. STUDENTS WILL NOT BEPERMITTED TO REGISTER BEFORE THEAPPOINTMENT DATE AND TIME.• Online Registration: Don’t wait in lineregister online! Students may registerusing the internet by logging on <strong>to</strong> theStudent Information System (SIS) at www.elac.edu. To access the SIS the studentwill need <strong>to</strong> provide the Student ID number<strong>and</strong> four digit Personal ID number (month<strong>and</strong> day of the student’s birthday).• In-Person Registration: Students mayregister in-person at the Admissions Office.Students will need <strong>to</strong> bring a pho<strong>to</strong> ID.Students should complete the CourseSelection Worksheet prior <strong>to</strong> registration.Students will be provided a Course RequestCard <strong>to</strong> complete the registration process.4. Payment of FeesFee WaiverYou may wish <strong>to</strong> visit the Financial AidOffice <strong>to</strong> see if you are eligible for a Boardof Governors Grant (BOGG), which will payyour enrollment fees. All BOGG eligible studentsmust pay the health fee. If you qualifyfor a BOGG, you will be given a “FinancialAid Waiver Card”.(BOGG Application located incenter spread.)Payment is required <strong>to</strong> complete enrollment.Students are required <strong>to</strong> pay all fees <strong>and</strong> tuitionat the time of registration. Failure <strong>to</strong> payall fees will result in restrictive holds <strong>to</strong> beplaced on the student’s records.PAYMENT OPTIONSGo <strong>to</strong> the Fiscal Office, E1 Building. Presentyour picture ID <strong>to</strong> pay for all fees. FinanicalAid waivers must also be processed at theFiscal Office. You may pay with cash, check,money order, VISA, MasterCard, DiscoverCard or American Express credit cards.ReceiptWhen your fees have been paid, the FiscalOffice will give you a “Registration/ FeeReceipt” listing all the classes for which youare enrolled <strong>and</strong> a fee sticker <strong>to</strong> be placedon the back of your student ID card. Yourregistration process is completed.5. Student Pho<strong>to</strong> IDNew <strong>and</strong> returning students are required <strong>to</strong>go <strong>to</strong> the “Picture Identification Station” atStudent Activities Office <strong>to</strong> obtain their personalizedStudent ID Card. DO NOT losethis card! You will need it for the entire timethat you are a student at <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong><strong>College</strong>. If you lose your Student ID Card,you will need <strong>to</strong> obtain a duplicate <strong>and</strong> thecollege will charge a $5.00 fee.Enrollment Fee forCalifornia ResidentsCalifornia residents will be required <strong>to</strong> pay*$26 per unit plus a one time, $11.00 m<strong>and</strong>a<strong>to</strong>ryHealth Fee. For example, if you take10 units, the cost will be$260 + $11.00 = $271.00Applicants for student financial assistance,enrolled in units at more than one college,may combine their unit load from each college<strong>to</strong> meet the enrollment levels required<strong>to</strong> receive financial aid. Contact the campusfinancial aid office for procedural details.*Subject <strong>to</strong> change by the California Legislature.Student ID NumberInformationIn accordance with state legislation, newstudents will be issued a student ID numberat the time of application. Every student IDwill begin with the numbers “88” <strong>to</strong> make iteasy <strong>to</strong> identify.Adding <strong>and</strong> DroppingClassesAdding Before theSemester BeginsYou may change your program in person orthrough the internet until the Thursday beforethe start of the semester.Adding After theSemester BeginsYou would need <strong>to</strong> request an ADD PERMITdirectly from the classroom instruc<strong>to</strong>r.Please take your add permit immediately<strong>to</strong> the Office of Admissions (E1 Building).All registration forms must be submitted <strong>to</strong>Admissions by the posted add deadline (seesemester calendar).Course Drops <strong>and</strong> Withdrawals30% of the term – No record: Studentswho drop or withdraw from a course by filingthe appropriate drop card with theAdmissions Office before the end of 30% ofthe term will not have the course recordedon their transcript.75% of the term – W is recorded: Studentswho drop or withdraw from a course between30-75% of the term will have a notationof “W” (withdrawal) recorded for thedropped course on their transcript. EffectiveFall 2009 Title V limits the enrollment in thesame course in which a student has receivedfour (4) “W’s”.After 75% of the term – Grade required:Students who remain in a course beyond75% of the term shall be given a grade bythe instruc<strong>to</strong>r for that course: THE GRADECANNOT BE a “W” (withdrawal). The gradeschedule OF CLASSES


given by the instruc<strong>to</strong>r must be one of thefollowing: A, B, C, D, F, INC., CR, or NCR.Course Drops <strong>and</strong> WithdrawalsShort Term Courses:All short term classes have shorter deadlinesthan a full term course. Please consult withAdmissions or your instruc<strong>to</strong>r about specificdeadline dates.Warning: Your enrollment for any classyou add is not complete unless yousubmit your add card <strong>to</strong> Admissions forprocessing.Student’s must return processed addpermit copy back <strong>to</strong> the instruc<strong>to</strong>r bythe following class meeting.It is the student’s responsibility <strong>to</strong> submitadd permits <strong>to</strong> Admissions beforethe add deadline. Failure <strong>to</strong> do so willresult in NO COURSE CREDIT.It is the student’s responsibility <strong>to</strong>drop or withdraw from courses. Oncethe semester begins, students mustdrop classes in person at the Officeof Admissions or through online registration.An instruc<strong>to</strong>r’s signature is notrequired.Student FeesA picture ID must be presented for all FiscalOffice transactions, except when a studentis picking up a Financial Aid check or anysstudent loan checks when two legal IDs arerequired.Enrollment/Tuition FeesIt is the student’s responsibility <strong>to</strong> pay for alltuition <strong>and</strong> fees at the time of class enrollment.units or less, but required for special fulltimeconcurrent resident students taking 12units or more.*$26 per unit.*subject <strong>to</strong> change by Board actionConcurrent Non-California<strong>and</strong> Non-U.S. Residents(K <strong>to</strong> 12 students)Concurrent non-resident students will be required<strong>to</strong> pay $193-$203 per unit.*subject <strong>to</strong> change by Board actionHealth FeeThe <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> Community <strong>College</strong> Districtcharges a $11.00 per semester (<strong>and</strong> a $8.00per Session) m<strong>and</strong>a<strong>to</strong>ry Health Fee payableat one <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>District campus only <strong>to</strong> cover the costs ofthe Student Health Center. Students maybe exempt from paying the Health Fee ifthey are enrolled in off-campus classes, orfor religious reasons. Contact the StudentServices Office (for exemption procedure.)(323) 265-8633.Parking FeeSpring <strong>and</strong> Fall Semesters• Regular Student parking is $20. This entitlesyou <strong>to</strong> park in the Stadium Parking Lot, north<strong>and</strong> south Avalanche Roads, <strong>and</strong> B2 Lot.• ASU permit is $27. This entitles you <strong>to</strong>park in the ASU lot, the multi-level parkingstructure, the Stadium Parking Lot, north<strong>and</strong> south Avalanche Roads <strong>and</strong> B2 Lot.For Summer <strong>and</strong> Winter Sessions• Regular Student parking fee is $7. Thisentitles you <strong>to</strong> park in the StadiumParking Lot, north <strong>and</strong> South AvalancheRoads, <strong>and</strong> B2 Lot.• ASU permit is $10. This entitles you <strong>to</strong>park in the ASU lot, the multi-level parkingstructure, the Stadium Parking Lot, north<strong>and</strong> south Avalanche Roads, <strong>and</strong> B2 Lot.change. Please read all posted signs. <strong>Los</strong><strong>to</strong>r s<strong>to</strong>len permits cannot be replaced. Anew permit must be purchased while supplieslast. There is a one week grace periodat the beginning of each semester. For furtherinformation, please review the parkingbrochure available in the Fiscal Office, theKiosks, <strong>and</strong> the ELAC Sheriff’s OfficeASU Membership FeeThe Associated Student Union Fee forSpring & Fall semesters is $7.00 <strong>and</strong> $3.00for Summer & Winter. We strongly encourageyou <strong>to</strong> join ASU <strong>and</strong> become activein student activities <strong>and</strong> student government.Some privileges include StudentGovernment; ASU parking benefits; discounts<strong>to</strong> ELAC sports <strong>and</strong> other on-campusevents; amusement park discountssuch as Magic Mountain, Aquarium of thePacific, <strong>and</strong> Universal Studios; off-campusdiscounts <strong>to</strong> participating s<strong>to</strong>res.Note: Instructional Materials FeeStudents may be required <strong>to</strong> pay for instructional<strong>and</strong> other materials required for somecourses. Such materials shall be of continuingvalue <strong>to</strong> a student outside the classroomsetting <strong>and</strong> shall not be solely or exclusivelyavailable from the District.Fee for Auditing ClassesStudents are required <strong>to</strong> pay a fee of $15per unit <strong>to</strong> audit a class. Students enrolledin classes <strong>to</strong> receive credit for ten or moresemester units shall not be charged a fee <strong>to</strong>audit three or fewer semester units per semester.Audit fee cannot be refunded.Auditing can only be authorized by the classinstruc<strong>to</strong>r once the class has started. Auditclasses cannot be dropped <strong>and</strong> no academiccredit will be received.• California ResidentsCalifornia residents are required <strong>to</strong> pay *$26per unit.Fee Refund PoliciesA picture ID must be presented for all cash<strong>and</strong> credit card refunds, <strong>and</strong> check pick up.elac SPRING 2011• Non-California ResidentsNon-California residents will pay *$186per unit.*subject <strong>to</strong> change by Board action• Non-U.S. ResidentsNon-U.S. Residents will pay *$204 per unit.*subject <strong>to</strong> change by Board actionNon-Resident TuitionPayment PolicyIt is the student’s responsibility <strong>to</strong> pay all tuition<strong>and</strong> fees at the time of class enrollment.Concurrent Residents(K <strong>to</strong> 12 students)Enrollment fees are waived for special parttimeconcurrent resident students taking 11ONE-DAY PERMITS: $2:• One-day permit machines are available atthe middle section of the Stadium Lot <strong>and</strong>the on the northeast side of the LSF. Thesepermits are only valid at the Stadium Lot,north <strong>and</strong> south Avalanche Roads, <strong>and</strong>B2 Lot.You may pay the parking fee <strong>and</strong> obtain aparking permit from the Fiscal Office. TheFiscal Office in NOT responsible for parkingcitations given <strong>to</strong> students. All parkingcitations/appeals are h<strong>and</strong>les by the ELACSheriff’s Department located on the stadiumconcourse (323) 265-8800. Students areresponsible for underst<strong>and</strong>ing where theyare allowed <strong>to</strong> park. Due <strong>to</strong> ongoing campusconstruction, information is subject <strong>to</strong>For Full Term CoursesA student will receive a full refund of the enrollmentfee up <strong>to</strong> the refund deadline (seesemester calendar). Thereafter, no refund isauthorized, except when college action <strong>to</strong>cancel or reschedule a class necessitatesthe drop. Please note that after the refunddeadline there will be absolutely no refunds.For Short Term CoursesPlease consult your instruc<strong>to</strong>r or AdmissionsOffice regarding drop dates. Dates mayvary; therefore, please make a note of thedates given. There will be no refunds afterthat time, unless a class was cancelled orrescheduled by the college administration.10


11For Non-Resident TuitionRefunds of tuition paid by non-resident studentsenrolled in full term or short termcourses are governed by the same policies,respectively, as are indicated above. Anon-resident student who formally drops orotherwise separates from part or all of his/her enrollment may request a refund of previouslypaid non-resident tuition in accordancewith these policies. Such requestsmust be made in writing on a form providedby the Fiscal Office. The date used fornon-resident refund purposes is the dateon which such requests are filed <strong>and</strong> timestamped, regardless of when separationmay have occurred. All non-resident refundswill be made by mail.For Parking FeeRefunds for parking permits are given forpermits returned <strong>to</strong> the Fiscal Office on orbefore the deadline date. (Deadline date isthe same day as the last day <strong>to</strong> drop withouthaving <strong>to</strong> pay fees. Please see the academiccalendar on the class schedule for the ELACwebsite for this date). You may also be eligiblefor a parking permit refund if your parkingpermit was purchased at the fiscal officeor online but was never picked up.For Health Center <strong>and</strong>Associated Student Union FeesRefunds for the health center <strong>and</strong>/or associatedstudent fees are made only for studentswho withdraw entirely from the college bydropping all their active units by the refunddeadline (see semester calendar). Studentswho withdraw after the refund deadline willnot be given a refund. Once the ASU stickerissued it is non-refundable.Attendance PoliciesRegular AttendanceThe student is expected <strong>to</strong> attend everymeeting of all classes for which he or sheis registered. Attending a class without beingregistered is contrary <strong>to</strong> the <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong>Community <strong>College</strong> District rules <strong>and</strong> cannotbe used as the basis for a petition <strong>to</strong> adda class. Students who have enrolled for aclass <strong>and</strong> who do not attend or who are lateor absent from the first meeting of the classforfeit their right <strong>to</strong> a place in the class.Mitigating circumstances may be consideredby the instruc<strong>to</strong>r. Whenever absences“in hours” exceed the number of hours theclass meets per week, the student may beexcluded from class by the instruc<strong>to</strong>r.1. If a student s<strong>to</strong>ps attending a class, it isthe student’s responsibility <strong>to</strong> officiallydrop the class.2. It is the student’s responsibility <strong>to</strong> consultwith his or her instruc<strong>to</strong>r regarding anyabsences that could result in exclusion.3. Concurrent enrollment in more than onesection of the same course during a semesteris not permitted. Violation of thisregulation will result in exclusion from class<strong>and</strong> denial of course credit in both courses.TardiesThree tardies will be considered the equivalen<strong>to</strong>f one hour of class absence. Continuedtardies may result in exclusion.Prerequisite, Corequisite,<strong>and</strong> Advisory DefinitionsPrerequisiteA prerequisite is a measure of readinessfor a course or program that a student is(REQUIRED) <strong>to</strong> meet as a condition of enrollingin a course or program. A prerequisitemay be a course, activity, audition, test orsimilar measure of readiness. Prerequisitesin many disciplines are now checked bycomputer <strong>and</strong> are strictly enforced.CorequisiteA corequisite is a requirement that (MUST)be satisfied at the time a particular course istaken; usually a corequisite is concurrent enrollmentin another course, but may, in certainsituations, be completed at an earlier time.AdvisoryAn advisory is a measure of readiness for acourse or program that is (RECOMMENDED)for students. May be a course, activity, audition,test, or similar measure of readiness.Registration LimitationAll students need <strong>to</strong> demonstrate they meetthe prerequisite or corequisite requirement inorder <strong>to</strong> register for the course. If a studentmeets the requirement through satisfac<strong>to</strong>rycompletion of a course at <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong><strong>College</strong> or through Assessment placement,you will au<strong>to</strong>matically be cleared for courseregistration. If you meet the course prerequisiteor corequisite through other methods,you must submit a “Student Prerequisiteor Corequisite Completion Petition” <strong>to</strong>Admissions by the deadline date, with supportingdocuments.Student Prerequisite orCorequisite PoliciesIt is the student’s responsibility <strong>to</strong> know <strong>and</strong><strong>to</strong> meet all course prerequisites. These requirementsare indicated following the coursename <strong>and</strong> number. If prerequisites have beenmet at another college, students must file a“Prerequisite Completion Petition” with an unofficialtranscript or assessment results.Students who wish <strong>to</strong> challenge prerequisitesor corequisites must file a “Prerequisiteor Corequisite Challenge Petition” by thedeadline date with documentation sufficient<strong>to</strong> support the challenge. In keepingwith requirements <strong>and</strong> provisions of Section55201(f) of Title 5 <strong>and</strong> Section I.B 1-3 of the<strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> Community <strong>College</strong> DistrictModel Policy, <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong> hasan established procedure by which any studentwho provides satisfac<strong>to</strong>ry evidence,may seek entry in<strong>to</strong> a course according <strong>to</strong>the college’s challenge process.The grounds forstudent challenges(According <strong>to</strong> Section 55201(e) of Title 5)1. Student has the appropriate documentedknowledge or experience or ability <strong>to</strong> succeedin the course for which the prerequisiteor corequisite is specified.2. Requirement (prerequisite or corequisite)was not established by adopted L.A.C.C.district process, or was established in violationof Title 5.3. Requirement is unlawfully discriminatingor applied in an unlawful discrimina<strong>to</strong>rymanner.4. Student will be delayed in completing myeducational objectives by a semester ormore in fulfilling the requirements for a degreeor certificate because the prerequisitecourse has not been made reasonablyavailable.a. Student has specified an educational goalafter having completed 15 units of collegework with a GPA of C or better, have filedan educational plan 90 days after completingthe said 15 units, <strong>and</strong>b. Alternate course <strong>to</strong> fulfill degree or certificaterequirements are not available.5. Student has the appropriate documentation<strong>to</strong> show that they do not pose ahealth or safety threat <strong>to</strong> others or myselfin course for which a health or safety prerequisiteis specified.6. Student will be delayed in completing myeducational goals by a semester or morein fulfilling the requirements for a degreeor certificate because course enrollmentwas limited <strong>to</strong> students judged more qualifiedin intercollegiate competition, honors,or public performance or enrollment waslimited <strong>to</strong> a particular cohort of students.Student filed an Educational Plan <strong>and</strong>specified an educational goal after havingcompleted 15 units of college work withSatisfac<strong>to</strong>ry Academic Progress.Student Prerequisite orCorequisite Process1. A student must file proof of completionor challenge a course prerequisite orschedule OF CLASSES


elac SPRING 2011corequisite with either the “PrerequisiteCompletion Petition” or “Prerequisite orCorequisite Challenge Petition” form.These forms can be obtained from theOffice of Admission <strong>and</strong> Counseling (E1Building) or on-line at www.elac.edu.2. The completed petition <strong>and</strong> any <strong>and</strong> allappropriate documentation (e.g. unofficialtranscripts, verifications of experience,etc.) must be filed no later than 10 workingdays before a semester or session beginswith the office of Admissions.3. The petition will be processed within 10working days of its receipt, <strong>and</strong> the studentwill be notified accordingly.4. If the petition is found <strong>to</strong> be justified, <strong>and</strong>no space is available in the course at thetime the petition is filed, the student shallbe permitted <strong>to</strong> enroll for the next term.Enrollment will be permitted only if space isavailable when the student registers for thesubsequent semester, or summer session.5. In the event the petition is denied, thestudent may appeal the decision onthe completion petition <strong>to</strong> the Dean ofAdmissions <strong>and</strong> the challenge petition <strong>to</strong>the Dean of Academic Affairs (G1 207).6. Notification of the appeal decision willbe sent <strong>to</strong> the student within five workingdays after its receipt by the Office ofAdmissions or Academic Affairs.Unit LoadThe normal class load for full-time studentsin the Fall or Spring semester is from 12 <strong>to</strong>18 units per semester. Students who will beemployed while attending college should reducetheir programs accordingly. A collegeprogram of 15 units is equivalent <strong>to</strong> at least a50 hour work week for most students. A studentwho desires <strong>to</strong> take more than 18 unitsmust obtain approval from a counselor in E1Building.Programs that Require aMinimum Number of Units• International Students:12 units• Student Body Officers: Day 9 units,Evening, 6 units• Athletes:12 units including a PhysicalEducation course or courses• Social Security Program: 6 units• EOPS Students:12 units• Financial Aid Students: At least 6 units<strong>College</strong> CatalogThe current college catalog is available in the<strong>College</strong> Books<strong>to</strong>re, online <strong>and</strong> Fiscal Office.Classes Open <strong>to</strong> the PublicIt is the policy of the District that, unless specificallyexempted by statute, every course,course section or class, the average daily attendanceof which is <strong>to</strong> be reported for stateaid, wherever offered <strong>and</strong> maintained bythe District, shall be fully opened <strong>to</strong> enrollment<strong>and</strong> participation by any person whohas been admitted <strong>to</strong> the college(s) <strong>and</strong> whomeets such prerequisites as may be establishedpursuant <strong>to</strong> Chapter 2, Division2, Part IV, Title 5 of the California Code ofRegulations, commencing with Section 51820(Adopted by Board action April 6, 1977).Classes Subject <strong>to</strong> ChangeThe <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>District <strong>and</strong> <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong> havemade every reasonable effort <strong>to</strong> determinethat everything stated in this class scheduleis accurate. Courses <strong>and</strong> programs offered,<strong>to</strong>gether with other matters containedherein, are subject <strong>to</strong> change without noticeby the administration of the <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong>Community <strong>College</strong> District or <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong><strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong> for reasons related <strong>to</strong> studentenrollment, level of financial support,or for any other reason, at the discretion ofthe District <strong>and</strong> the <strong>College</strong>. The District <strong>and</strong>the <strong>College</strong> further reserve the right <strong>to</strong> add,amend, or repeal any of their rules, regulations,policies, <strong>and</strong> procedures.Privacy Act/Students’ RightsCongress has provided in the “FamilyEducation Rights <strong>and</strong> Privacy Act” that studentshave certain rights.• Right <strong>to</strong> inspect <strong>and</strong> review their educationalrecords.• Right <strong>to</strong> request amendment of recordsa students believes <strong>to</strong> be inaccurate ormisleading.• Right <strong>to</strong> consent <strong>to</strong> disclosure of personallyidentifiable information from educationrecords by an educational agency orinstitution.• Education records <strong>and</strong> direc<strong>to</strong>ry information(address, telephone number) may bedisclosed <strong>to</strong> school officials (administra<strong>to</strong>r,faculty <strong>and</strong> staff) without prior consent,unless a student wishes <strong>to</strong> refuse the releaseof direc<strong>to</strong>ry information.• Under federal law, the military is entitled <strong>to</strong>receive direc<strong>to</strong>ry information for recruitingpurposes. A student can refuse the releaseof direc<strong>to</strong>ry information by completing a“Release of Direc<strong>to</strong>ry Information” form <strong>and</strong>submitting it <strong>to</strong> the Admissions Office.• The <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>District is committed <strong>to</strong> protecting studentprivacy <strong>and</strong> currently uses collection <strong>and</strong>s<strong>to</strong>rage systems <strong>to</strong> eliminate the use of socialsecurity numbers as the primary methodof student identification.Grading <strong>and</strong>Academic St<strong>and</strong>ardsCredit/No-CreditThe grade of CR (credit) will be given if thestudent’s performance in class is equal <strong>to</strong>a “C” grade or better. The grade of “NCR”(no credit) will be given if the performancein class is equal <strong>to</strong> a “D” or “FAIL” grade.Students may petition only those classeslisted in the Catalog on a Credit/No Creditbasis by the deadline date (see class schedulecalendar).Once a student’s petition <strong>to</strong> take a courseon a Credit/No Credit has been approved,the student is not permitted <strong>to</strong> receive aletter grade in the approved course. Thesymbol CR or NCR must appear on thestudent’s permanent transcript for thatcourse.“Credit/No-Credit” <strong>and</strong> “Creditby Examination” courses are listed in the<strong>College</strong> Catalog.Credit By ExaminationThe <strong>College</strong> President may designate coursesin the <strong>College</strong> Catalog which a studentmay challenge if the student meets the followingrequirements:a. Currently enrolled with a minimum cumulativegrade-point average of 2.0.b. Completed 12 units of coursework withinthe <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>District.c. Not currently enrolled in, or have completed,a more advanced course in thatdiscipline.d. The maximum number of units for whicha student may petition for credit by examinationat the <strong>College</strong> shall be 15 units.Grade Request ProceduresStudents will be able <strong>to</strong> receive informationon their grades through the StudentInformation System on-line. If you needa copy of your grades, you can obtain aone semester grade prin<strong>to</strong>ut from the internet.This prin<strong>to</strong>ut is NOT a Transcrip<strong>to</strong>r a Verification of Enrollment. If you needan Official Transcript or a Verification ofEnrollment, you may order them from theAdmissions Office.IncompleteAn “INC” (incomplete) must be made up bythe deadline established by the instruc<strong>to</strong>r.The deadline may not be any later than oneyear following the end of the term in which itwas assigned.Scholarship St<strong>and</strong>ardsA student is expected <strong>to</strong> maintain at least a“C” average (2.0 grade point average on a4.0 scale).12


13Scholastic Probation<strong>and</strong> DismissalStudents shall be placed on academic probation,if after attempting a minimum of 12units, any of the following occur:a. Low Grade Point Average. The studenthas a GPA less than a “C” (2.0).b. Transfer Student. The student hastransferred with a GPA less than “C” (2.0).c. Progress Probation. When the percentageof all units in which grades of “W” (withdrawal),“INC” (incomplete), <strong>and</strong> “NCR”(no credit) reaches or exceeds 50%.A student on academic probation shallbe DISMISSED from the college if:a. The cumulative GPA is less than 2.0 inall units attempted in two consecutivesemesters.b. If the cumulative percentage of “W”, “INC”,<strong>and</strong> “NCR” grades are 50% or greater intwo consecutive semesters. Dismissalfrom one college in the <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong>Community <strong>College</strong> District shall disqualifya student from admission <strong>to</strong> any of theother eight colleges within the District.Academic RenewalStudents who have a 2.5 grade point averagein their last 15 units or 2.0 in their last 30units completed at any accredited collegeor university may petition <strong>to</strong> have up <strong>to</strong> 18units of “D” or “F” grades removed from cumulativegrade point average considerationprovided such course work was completedtwo years prior <strong>to</strong> effective date of petition.The grade point average will be basedon the most recently earned grades for thefirst 15 units of repeated work. After thesefirst 15 units the grade point average will bebased on all grades assigned <strong>and</strong> on all attemptedunits.Note: Graduation honors <strong>and</strong> awards arebased on full cumulative grade point average.Dean’s Honor ListStudents with outst<strong>and</strong>ing scholasticachievement are given public recognitionthrough the Dean’s Honor List.Consideration is given <strong>to</strong> all students whohave completed no more than 70 units <strong>and</strong>is awarded by semester. To qualify, a studentmust earn a grade point average of3.5 or better in 12 or more units in degreeapplicable courses, excluding an “INC”,“CR”, <strong>and</strong> “RD’s”. Part-time students mustearn a grade point average of 3.5 or betterin 9 or more units degree applicable courses,excluding an “INC”, “CR, <strong>and</strong> “RD’s” incourses leading <strong>to</strong> a degree.Repetition of CoursesAcademic credit courses taken at <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong><strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong> or another campus withinthe <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> Community <strong>College</strong> Districtin which a final grade of D, F, or NCR was receivedmay be repeated.Activity courses, i.e. Art, P.E., MusicalTheatre, may be repeated three (3) times.Consult a counselor for the latest restrictedactivity enrollment list.Students will not receive credit for coursesthat are illegally repeated.schedule OF CLASSESS<strong>to</strong>p WeekStudent Services During FinalsLearning Assistance Center(323) 265-8762Schedule for First <strong>and</strong>Second Week before finals.Monday – Thursday, 10:00 am <strong>to</strong> 8:00 pmFriday, 10:00 am <strong>to</strong> 1:00 pmSaturday, 10:00 am <strong>to</strong> 4:00 pmLibrary(323) 265-8758First Week:Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am <strong>to</strong> 11:00 pmFriday, 8:00 am <strong>to</strong> 4:30 pmSaturday, 9:00 am <strong>to</strong> 2:00 pmSunday, 1:00 pm <strong>to</strong> 5:00 pmSecond Week:Monday – Wednesday, 8:00 am <strong>to</strong> 9:00 pmThursday 8:00 am <strong>to</strong> 4:00 pmStudent Activities Center(323) 265-8742OR(323) 260-8196First Week:Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am <strong>to</strong> 11:00 pmFriday, 8:00 am <strong>to</strong> 5:00 pmSaturday & Sunday, ClosedSecond Week:Monday – Tuesday, 8:00 am <strong>to</strong> 11:00 pmWednesday – Thursday, 8:00 am <strong>to</strong> 4:00 pmServices AvailableLearning Center & StudentActivities Center:ComputerWord ProcessingPrintersTu<strong>to</strong>rsStudy GroupsPho<strong>to</strong>copierLibrary:Pho<strong>to</strong>copierStudy RoomsReference AssistanceEscort Service will be availableServices provided by Academic Affairs,ASU, <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> County Sheriffs Office,Learning Assistance Center, Library, StudentActivities Office, <strong>and</strong> Student Services


Dollars for Scholars!Federal & State Financial Aid NewsFAFSA Financial Aid Program<strong>How</strong> To <strong>Apply</strong>Complete the FAFSA application online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Many studentsqualify but never apply for Federal <strong>and</strong> State Financial Aid. TheFinancial Aid <strong>and</strong> Scholarship Office processes Federal <strong>and</strong> State financialaid applications. The applications <strong>and</strong> processing are free. You donot have <strong>to</strong> pay back the grants. The grants will pay for the costs <strong>to</strong> attendcollege if you qualify.It takes less than 30 minutes <strong>to</strong> apply for federal grants. They will payyour costs, in addition <strong>to</strong> the fee waiver, needed <strong>to</strong> attend college. TheFree Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available in theFinancial Aid <strong>and</strong> Scholarship Office (E1 Building), Financial Aid ExpressOffice in building E1 Building, <strong>and</strong> the web at www.fafsa.ed.gov.When you file a FAFSA, you will be considered for:GRANTS – Funds that do not require repayment. (PELL, FSEOG)CAL GRANTS A, B, C (for California residents only)WORK-STUDY – An award that requires you <strong>to</strong> work. Work-study allowsyou <strong>to</strong> gain work experience <strong>and</strong> earn wages while attending school.LOANS – Funds that require repaymentBOGFW – Tuition Fee Waiver (see reverse side)The Financial Aid <strong>and</strong> Scholarship Officeis located in bungalow E1 BuildingThe office hours areMonday <strong>to</strong> Thursday, 8:00 am – 7:00 pmFriday, 8:00 am – 3:00 pmSouth Gate HoursMonday <strong>to</strong> Thursday, 9:00 am – 7:00 pmFriday – ClosedThe Financial Aid ExpressHours (E1 Building)Monday <strong>to</strong> Thursday ,8:00 am – 7:00 pm,Friday, 8:00 am – 3:00 pmDeadlines:We are accepting applications now.The last day <strong>to</strong> accept applications for the academicschool year 2010-2011 will be June 8, 2010.Please contact Financial Aid <strong>and</strong> Scholarship Office at323-265-8738 if you have any questions.elac SPRING 2011BOGFW Tuition Payment Program<strong>How</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>Apply</strong>It takes less than 5 minutes <strong>to</strong> apply for the states’ Board ofGovernor’s Fee Waiver.1. Complete the BOGFW application (inside insert).2. Sign the application or have your parent /guardian sign theapplication.3. Turn the completed application in<strong>to</strong> the Financial Aid Office inbuilding C2-3 or Financial Aid Express Office in building E6-105.Many students qualify but never apply for a fee waiver. TheFinancial Aid <strong>and</strong> Scholarship Office processes BOGFW state financialaid applications. The applications <strong>and</strong> processing are free.You do not have <strong>to</strong> pay back the grant.The grant will pay for your enrollment fees!It will pay your tuition costs of $26 per unit. The BOGFW applicationsare available in the Financial Aid <strong>and</strong> Scholarship Office <strong>and</strong>your class schedule.We are accepting BOGFW applications now!You may also qualify if you apply for Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA).Please contact Financial Aid <strong>and</strong> Scholarship Office at 323-265-8738if you have any questions.Board of Governors Fee WaiverProgram (BOGFW)2010-2011 Income St<strong>and</strong>ardsThe Board of Governors Fee Waiver is for CaliforniaResidents only. The waiver covers enrollment feesfor students that meet adjusted income criteria.Family Size . . . . . . . . . . . . 2009 Income1 $ 16,2452 $ 21,8553 $ 27,4654 $ 33,0755 $ 38,6856 $ 44,2957 $ 49,9058 $ 55,517Each additional Family Member . . . . . . . . $5,61014


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Student Orientation InformationStudent Orientation <strong>and</strong> Counseling Q & A SessionsThe Counseling Department will be offering Orientation <strong>and</strong> Counseling Q & A sessions for ELAC students beginning January 2011.The information provided during these one-hour sessions can prove <strong>to</strong> be instrumental in one’s success as a student.Topics covered include:• STUDENT ORIENTATION• GENERAL COUNSELING INFORMATION• FINANCIAL AID• STUDENT SERVICES• HOW TO ADD A CLASS• MUCH MOREAlthough open <strong>to</strong> all students, New/Returning students are strongly encouraged <strong>to</strong> attend any of the following sessions:Main Campus Sessions(323) 265-8751South Gate Campus Sessions(323) 357-6213elac SPRING 2011January 2011 through February 2011Mondays: 1:00 p.m. <strong>and</strong> 5:00 p.m. Room: E1-189Tuesdays: 1:00 p.m. <strong>and</strong> 5:00 p.m. Room: E1-189Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. <strong>and</strong> 5:00 p.m. Room: E1-189Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. <strong>and</strong> 5:00 p.m. Room: E1-189Fridays: 10:00 a.m. Room: E1-189*Please note that the college will be closed on January 17,2011 <strong>and</strong> February 18-21, 2011January 2011 through February 2011Mondays: 10:00 a.m. Room: SG-120Tuesdays: 10:00 a.m. Room: SG-120Wednesdays: 5:00 p.m. Room: SG-120Thursdays: 5:00 p.m. Room: SG-119Fridays: 10:00 a.m. Room: SG-119*Please note that the college will be closed on January 17,2011 <strong>and</strong> February 18-21, 201116


17Districtwide RegistrationCourse Registration OptionsSIS (Student Information System)SIS can be used <strong>to</strong> add <strong>and</strong> drop classes before the start of the semester; <strong>to</strong>drop classes during the semester, <strong>and</strong> <strong>to</strong> access <strong>to</strong> your final grades after thesemester is over.Continuing students will be e-mailed registration appointments. Each studentwill be assigned a priority registration based upon the number of units completed.New students will be given a priority date based upon when they apply<strong>to</strong> the college. You may register anytime on your appointment date <strong>and</strong> time, oranytime after.SIS hours8:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m., Monday – SaturdayBefore registering, do the following:• Please clear any holds (Fiscal, Library, Financial Aid, etc.)• Read all instructions carefully <strong>and</strong> complete the worksheet on the next page.• Make an appointment <strong>to</strong> see a Counselor for help in planning your program323 265-8751.• Contact the Financial Aid Office at 323 265-8738 if you need fee assistance.• Select your major code, refer <strong>to</strong> page 221. Log on <strong>to</strong> ELAC’s homepage at www.elac.edu2. Click on the <strong>Register</strong> for Classes but<strong>to</strong>n (located on the <strong>to</strong>p right corner ofthe webpage)3. Enter your Student ID Number (SID) or Social Security Number (SSN) <strong>and</strong>4 Digit Pin Number (usually the month <strong>and</strong> day of your birth date. Ex: enter0502 for May 2nd). Click on “Submit” link4. Click on “Registration” link:5. On REGISTRATION PAGEa) From the <strong>College</strong> Menu bar select: “<strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong>”, the semester(Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall) <strong>and</strong> year you are registering for,option <strong>to</strong> “add” or “drop”, <strong>and</strong> enter the Section Number. Note: Selectthe but<strong>to</strong>n <strong>to</strong> view dates & times courses are offered.b) Select a Major Code (found in the current Schedule of Classes <strong>and</strong> inputthe number of hours per week you will work during the semester. Thenclick on “Submit.”6. You will be given a confirmation page indicating that you have been successfullyadded or dropped <strong>to</strong> the class (es) of your choice. Please print the pageor write down the confirmation number for future reference.Note: If you are not given a confirmation number, then you are not enrolled inthe course.<strong>Register</strong> At More Than One <strong>College</strong>!Students registering for classes through the college’sweb-based registration system will also have the opportunity<strong>to</strong> register for classes at any of the othercolleges in the <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>District – <strong>East</strong> L.A. <strong>College</strong>, L.A. City <strong>College</strong>, L.A.Harbor <strong>College</strong>, L.A. Mission <strong>College</strong>, Pierce <strong>College</strong>,L.A. Trade Technical <strong>College</strong>, L.A. Southwest<strong>College</strong>, L.A. Valley <strong>College</strong>, <strong>and</strong> West <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong><strong>College</strong>. Students can also register for InstructionalTelevision (ITV) classes as well.Search For Classes On The Web!Using the college’s web registration system, studentscan search for available classes at any college in the<strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> Community <strong>College</strong> District. They caneven search for a particular course by time <strong>and</strong> daysof the week!12,000 Classes To Choose From!The opportunity <strong>to</strong> enroll at multiple colleges givesstudents access <strong>to</strong> over 12,000 classes throughoutthe nine colleges in the <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> Community<strong>College</strong> District.Web RegistrationYou may register via the internet! Log on <strong>to</strong> the ELACwebsite www.elac.edu <strong>Register</strong> at home or use thecomputer in the campus library.Paperless Report CardsStudent Report Cards are no longer mailed. To accessgrades you may print a copy from the internetvia the District website: http://www.laccd.edu.Reminders!• Open enrollment for available classes can beviewed on the registration website.• It is the student’s responsibility <strong>to</strong> pay all fees <strong>and</strong>tuition immediately after course enrollment.If you have questions regarding registration, contactthe Admissions Office(323) 265-8966; (323) 265-8801; (323) 265- 8712Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.,Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.schedule OF CLASSES


Course Selection/FeesWorksheet• Select your classes from this schedule <strong>and</strong>fill in the worksheet with first <strong>and</strong> alternatechoices• WARNING! It is the student’s responsibility<strong>to</strong> meet the pre-requisites for all classes.Students who fail <strong>to</strong> do so may bedropped from the class.• Enter the 4–digit Section Number of eachclass you want. You will be given a confirmationpage indicating that you havebeen successfully added or dropped theclass(es) of your choice.• If your first choice for any class is not available,enter your alternate choice.• Repeat until you have entered all yourclasses.• Verify Enrollment: It is your responsibility<strong>to</strong> verify you have correctly entered yourcourse selection.• Calculate your fees below.Section Number Course Name Time & Day(s) Units SBTotal UnitsAlternate Choices Course Name Time & Day(s) Units SBTotal UnitsWorksheet for Fees(All Fees Are Subject <strong>to</strong> Change)a. Enrollment Fee for Resident Students: **$26.00 x ______ units = $ ______b. Fee for Out-of-State Non-Resident: **$186.00 x ______ units = $ ______c. Fee for Residents of a Foreign Country <strong>and</strong>/or F–1 VISA: **$204.00 x ______ units = $ ______d. International Students SEVIS Fee: **$25.00 $ ______e. International Student Medical Insurance: **$474.00 $ ______Part-time students from other institutions are exemptf. Health Center Fee: $11.00 $ ______(M<strong>and</strong>i<strong>to</strong>ry for all students, including students with BOGG)g. A.S.U. Membership: *$7.00 $ ______h. Parking Permits may be purchased at the <strong>College</strong> Fiscal Office: $20.00 $ ______(Parking Permits are on a first come, first served basis)Total Fees Due:. . . . . . . . . . . . . $ ______* To decline the A.S.U. Membership, please fill out the “Surrender of benefits Form,” available in the Fiscal Office <strong>and</strong>/or Student Activities Office.I underst<strong>and</strong> that by not being issued an A.S.U. Membership, I will have none of the privileges <strong>and</strong> benefits associated with the membership.** Subject <strong>to</strong> changeelac SPRING 2011Payment Options(choose one)do not mail cash!Payment by Mail:<strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong>1301 Avenida Cesar ChavezMonterey Park, CA 91754Attn: FISCAL OFFICEPlease include your Social Security Number(or Student Identification Number; see page 23)on your Check or Money OrderPayment in Person:Fiscal Office, E1 BuildingMonday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Payment on-line via credit cardUnless you pay in person, a receipt will bemailed when payment is completed <strong>and</strong> receivedby the Fiscal Office.For further information contactthe Fiscal Office, (323) 265-8701.18


section twoschedule of classesmeet elac people >STEVEN DELGADOAfter graduating from Schurr High School, Stevengave up on education <strong>and</strong> waited tables, playedin a b<strong>and</strong>, <strong>and</strong> finally realized he was going nowhere.He started attending ELAC, taking twoor three classes a semester. His “aha moment”came in Michael Colling’s his<strong>to</strong>ry class. He appreciatedthe professor’s challenge <strong>to</strong> think <strong>and</strong>not accept things at face value. Steven quit hispart-time jobs <strong>and</strong> concentrated on completinghis lower division requirements.“Paulina Palomino (Transfer Center Direc<strong>to</strong>r) inspiredme <strong>to</strong> transfer <strong>to</strong> University of California,Santa Barbara. We visited all the UC campuses<strong>and</strong> that was my favorite. It changed my life. Itried everything, even surfing! I learned <strong>to</strong> live lifeon the sunny side <strong>and</strong> developed a positive attitudeabout my future. Now I am working for theUCLA program “Bruin Corp” motivating kids likeme <strong>to</strong> attend college. Next yar I’ve enrolled atCalifornia State University, Long Beach, <strong>to</strong> prepare<strong>to</strong> teach his<strong>to</strong>ry at the high school level.”his<strong>to</strong>ry


This section lists the courses <strong>to</strong> be offered in the Fall semester of 2010 at <strong>East</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong> as of the time thisschedule went <strong>to</strong> press. There may be additions or deletions <strong>to</strong> this schedule if circumstances change. In that event, youwill be notified during the registration process.The section begins with diagrams which explain how <strong>to</strong> read the schedule <strong>and</strong> how <strong>to</strong> fill-in your Direc<strong>to</strong>ry/Course Request Cardwhen you select the classes in<strong>to</strong> which you wish <strong>to</strong> register.<strong>How</strong> <strong>to</strong> Read the Schedule of ClassesCOURSENAME & NUMBERCOURSETITLETRANSFERABILITYSYMBOLUNITSART 208LIFE DRAWING STUDIOPrerequisite: Art 207.(UC:CSU) 2.00 UNITSA course designed <strong>to</strong> develop the student’s ability <strong>to</strong> draw from life in variousmedia using quick sketch <strong>and</strong> long pose. Emphasis is placed on composition.0240 lab 12:50pm-5:05pm W UYEKAWA, J M AA 001Evening Classes3119 lab 5:45pm-10:00pm W UYEKAWA, J M AA 001BOLD TYPE INDICATESEVENING CLASSESSECTIONNUMBERTIMECLASS MEETSDAYSCLASS MEETSINSTRUCTOR BUILDING ROOMNUMBERelac SPRING 2011Note: Policy for RepeatingActivity CoursesCertain courses in the class schedule maybe repeated for additional unit credit. Thesecourses, marked “RPT” in the class sectionof the schedule, allow the student an exp<strong>and</strong>ededucational experience each timethe student enrolls in the course. Enrollmentin these courses is limited in any activity <strong>to</strong> amaximum of three repeats for a <strong>to</strong>tal of fourenrollments, regardless of the repeatabilityof individual courses. For example, a studentmay enroll four times in courses whichare considered <strong>to</strong> be the same activity, suchas twice in Theater 279 – Musical Theater(RPT 3), <strong>and</strong> twice in Theater 280 – MusicalTheater Workshop (RPT 3). Any combinationmay be used as long as four enrollmentsin one activity is not exceeded. Excess enrollmentwill result in administrative drop.Consult a counselor for the latest restrictedactivity enrollment list.Note: Whenever the student’s record is reviewedfor the purpose of determining unitcredits, all of the student’s record is reviewed,not just the course work since thebeginning of Fall 1983.20


21Program PlannerTIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURADY(3) 7:15–10:257:25–8:507:458:008:158:308:459:00–10:259:159:309:4510:0010:1510:35–12:0011:0011:1511:3011:4512:0012:10–1:35(3) 12:10–3:2012:3012:451:001:151:301:45–3:10or 1:55–3:202:002:152:302:453:003:153:30–4:55(3) 3:30–6:403:454:004:154:304:455:005:15–6:405:305:456:006:156:30(3) 6:50–10:007:007:157:307:458:008:158:308:459:009:159:309:4510:00schedule OF CLASSES


Major Codeselac SPRING 2011ASSOCIATE DEGREES0502.00 Accounting2105.00 Administration of Justice0614.40 Animation2202.00 Anthropology0201.00 Architectural Computer-Aided Design0201.01 Architectural Drafting1030.00 Arts Graphic Communication0948.00 Au<strong>to</strong>mobile Technology0506.00 Business Management2203.00 Chicano Studies1305.00 Child Development1261.00 Community Health Worker0953.00 Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD)0953.01 Computer-Aided Drafting/Design (CADD)0702.00 Computer Science Information Technology0614.50 Desk<strong>to</strong>p Publishing0934.70 Electron Microscopy Technician0514.00 Executive Assistant2133.00 Fire Technology4903.10 General Studies: Arts <strong>and</strong> Humanities4902.00 General Studies: Natural Sciences2201.00 General Studies: Social <strong>and</strong> Behavioral Sciences1223.00 Health Information Technology0512.00 Insurance: Property <strong>and</strong> Casualty0602.00 Journalism0514.10 Legal Secretary4901.20 Liberal Studies (Teaching Preparation)0509.00 Marketing1701.00 Mathematics (A.A.)1701.01 Mathematics (A.S.)1208.00 Medical Assistant0514.20 Medical Secretary0614.10 Multimedia1004.00 Music1210.00 Non-Traditional Respira<strong>to</strong>ry Therapy1230.11 Nursing-L.V.N. <strong>to</strong> R.N.1230.10 Nursing-R.N.0514.01 Office Systems Specialist1012.00 Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy0835.00 Physical Education0511.00 Real Estate1210.01 Respira<strong>to</strong>ry Therapy1007.00 TheaterCERTIFICATES OF ACHIEVEMENT0502.00 Accounting2105.00 Administration of Justice2105.11 Administration of Justice/Law Emphasis2105.12 Administration of Justice/Sociological Emphasis0514.00 Administrative Assistant0614.40 Animation (Level I)0614.01 Animation (Level II)0201.00 Architectural Computer-Aided Design0201.11 Architectural Computer-Aided Design-Microstation0201.10 Architectural Design0201.01 Architectural Drafting0201.12 Architectural Drawing1030.00 Arts Graphic Communication0948.00 Au<strong>to</strong>mobile Technology2105.51 Basic Police Academy Preparation0934.71 Biological Applications of Electron Microscopy0430.00 Biotechnology Technician0506.00 Business Management2104.40 Chemical Dependency Counselor2105.14 Chemical Dependency Specialist in Criminal Justice1305.01 Child Development Supervisor Certificate 31305.00 Child Development Teacher Certificate 20514.02 Clerical Assistant1012.01 Color Printing <strong>and</strong> Processing1261.00 Community Health Worker0702.00 CSIT - Microcomputers0707.10 CSIT - Programming0953.00 Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD)0953.01 Computer-Aided Drafting/Design (CADD)0948.03 Cooling Systems <strong>and</strong> Climate Control Specialist4901.10 CSU General Education Breadth0518.00 Cus<strong>to</strong>mer Service Representative0614.50 Desk<strong>to</strong>p Publishing1012.02 Digital Imaging0948.06 Drivetrain Specialist1309.00 Elder Care/Geron<strong>to</strong>logy0934.70 Electron Microscopy Technician0948.04 Engine Performance <strong>and</strong> Drivability0514.01 Executive Assistant2133.50 Fire Technology/State Marshal Core Classes2105.40 Forensic Crime Scene Investigation1223.10 Health Information Coding <strong>and</strong> Statistics Clerk1223.11 Health Information Coding Specialist1223.00 Health Information Technology1223.12 Health Information Technology Clerk Typist0934.72 His<strong>to</strong>technologist1305.91 Infant/Toddler Emphasis0512.00 Insurance: Property <strong>and</strong> Casualty0508.00 International Trade0514.07 Internet Specialist4901.12 Intersegmental General Education Transfer (IGETC)0602.00 Journalism1012.03 Large Format Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy0514.10 Legal Secretary0509.00 Marketing1208.01 Medical Assistant1208.20 Medical Billing Assistant0514.20 Medical Secretary0707.11 Microcomputer Programming Specialist0614.41 Multimedia (Level I)0614.11 Multimedia (Level II)1230.10 Nursing-R.N., L.V.N. <strong>to</strong> R.N.0514.06 Office Assistant0514.05 Office Systems Specialist1012.00 Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy <strong>and</strong> Digital Imaging0511.00 Real Estate Broker1210.00 Respira<strong>to</strong>ry Therapy1006.03 Stage Management <strong>and</strong> Production1012.04 Studio Lighting <strong>and</strong> Techniques0514.04 Transcriber0514.03 Word Information ProcessorSKILLS CERTIFICATES0934.03 A+ Certification Training0502.01 Accounting Assistant0502.05 Accounting Using Quickbooks Pro0502.02 Advanced Accounting Specialist0201.02 Architectural Computer-Aided Design-3D Modeling0201.09 Architectural Computer-Aided Design-Au<strong>to</strong>CAD0201.08 Architectural Detailing0201.04 Architectural Geographic Information Systems/MAPS0201.07 Architectural Graphics0201.06 Architectural His<strong>to</strong>ry0299.00 Architectural Interiors0299.01 Architectural Professional Practice I0299.02 Architectural Professional Practice II0201.05 Architectural Transportation Planning0948.08 Au<strong>to</strong>motive Cus<strong>to</strong>mer Service Management0620.10 Basic Graphics Technology1012.11 Black <strong>and</strong> White Darkroom Labora<strong>to</strong>ry Processing1305.11 Child Development Associate Teacher-Certificate 11305.21 Children with Special Needs Emphasis1223.05 Community Agency Liaison2105.07 Community Service Officer2105.10 Cus<strong>to</strong>dy Assistant Officer1250.00 Emergency Department Assistant1250.01 Emergency Medical Technician1305.00 Family Child Care Provider2104.01 Family Counseling2105.01 Fingerprint Classification1309.00 Geron<strong>to</strong>logy Aide2105.06 Patrol Operations2105.50 Peace Officer of the State of California0614.00 Personnel Supervision1012.23 Portrait Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy2105.05 Public Safety Dispatcher0511.05 Real Estate Agent0511.01 Real Estate Appraisal Trainee0511.03 Real Estate Escrow0511.04 Real Estate Sales2104.40 Recovery Specialist2105.30 Security Officer2105.04 Supervisory Training0510.01 Technology <strong>and</strong> Logistics Level 10510.02 Technology <strong>and</strong> Logistics Level 22105.03 Traffic Investiga<strong>to</strong>r0948.07 Undercar Specialist22


Course Request Card<strong>How</strong> <strong>to</strong> fill out your Course Request CardB. Print your name <strong>and</strong>social security number (orstudent identificationnumber; see page 8)at the <strong>to</strong>pC. Write in Major Codes(see page 22)D. Complete work hoursestimateE. Complete “EmergencyContact” boxA. Indicate semester<strong>and</strong> year you areregistering for23schedule OF CLASSESF. Sign <strong>and</strong> date card G. In box 5 complete the information for the class(es) you wish <strong>to</strong> take.Make sure the section number is correct. The section number is theFOUR-DIGIT NUMBER PRINTED TO THE LEFT of each clss in theclass schedule. This number is put in<strong>to</strong> the computer. Make sure itis correct.

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