2010-11 College Catalog - South Florida State College
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sfccTable of ContentsPresident’s Message.........................................................6District Board of Trustees...............................................7Officers of the <strong>College</strong>....................................................8General <strong>College</strong> Information............................................9SFCC Vision.................................................................10SFCC Mission..............................................................10SFCC Institutional Core Values....................................10History .........................................................................10Locations......................................................................<strong>11</strong>Academic Calendar......................................................12Services Information....................................................14Organization of the <strong>College</strong>..........................................15Recognition of Academic Excellence...........................16President’s List.........................................................16Vice President’s List.................................................16Graduation with Distinction......................................16Honors Program ........................................................16Outstanding Student Awards...................................16<strong>Florida</strong> Blue Key......................................................16Phi Theta Kappa......................................................16Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)..........................16<strong>College</strong> Hours..............................................................16<strong>College</strong> Year.................................................................17Drug-Free Campus and Drug-Free WorkplaceProgram...................................................................17Equal Access/Equal Opportunity..................................17Law Enforcement/Security...........................................17Reporting of Emergencies and Criminal Activity..........17Safety Awareness Programs........................................17Sexual Misconduct.......................................................17The Hotel Jacaranda ...................................................17Admissions......................................................................18Admissions Policy........................................................19Admission to the A.A., A.S., or A.A.S. DegreePrograms.............................................................19Admission to the Certificate Programs....................19Admission to SFCC’s Adult High School..................19Admission to <strong>State</strong> of <strong>Florida</strong> High SchoolDiploma (GED).....................................................20Admissions Procedures...............................................20New Students..........................................................20Career Pathways Articulation Credit........................20Early-<strong>College</strong>/Dual Enrollment Program..................20Public School Procedure.....................................21Private/Home School Procedure.........................22Early Admissions/<strong>College</strong> Credit Program...................23Admission to Selective Programs................................23Admission and Program Support Documents..............24International Students..................................................25Admission of International Students........................25Resident Information and Requirements......................25Testing .........................................................................27Placement Testing....................................................27GED Testing.............................................................27<strong>College</strong> Credit Certificate Testing.............................27Occupational Certificate Testing..............................27Assessment Testing.................................................28Transfer Students.........................................................28Transient Students.......................................................28SFCC Students Attending Another <strong>College</strong>.............28Other <strong>College</strong> Students Attending SFCC.................28Adult and Community Education..................................29Adult Education............................................................30Adult Basic Education (ABE) and GeneralEducational Development (GED) Classes...........30English for Speakers of Other Languages(ESOL).................................................................30Adult High School....................................................30SFCC Adult High School Early <strong>College</strong> Program....30Community Education..................................................31Leadership Highlands..............................................31Lifetime Learners Institute.......................................31Heartland Senior Games.........................................31Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP).......31The Artists’ Group (TAG)..........................................31Parents, Children, and Divorce................................31Driver Education Programs......................................32Alcohol Drug Accident Prevention Training .(ADAPT)...........................................................32Safe Driving Accident Prevention Program .(SDAPP)...........................................................328-Hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) .............32Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI)...................32Youth Enrichment Programs....................................32Summer Youth Enrichment Program...................32ACT/SAT Prep.....................................................32Special Programs, Courses, and Services...................33Accelerated/Alternative Education...............................34Advanced Placement Credit (AP)............................34<strong>College</strong> Level Examination Program (CLEP)...........34Credit Awarded for Armed Services EducationalExperiences.........................................................35Credit for Experience...............................................35Directed/Special Independent Study (DIS)/(SIS).....35Electronic (Distance) Learning (eLearning).............35Asynchronous......................................................35Mixed-Model/Hybrid.............................................35Video Conference (Two-way InteractiveTelevised Courses - 2xTV)...............................35Web-Enhanced....................................................35Cooperative Education (Co-op) and Job Placement ...36Baccalaureate and Graduate Degree Programs..........37Corporate and Continuing Education Programs..........37Financial and Financial Aid Information...................... 38Estimated Costs of Attendance................................... 39Fees ........................................................................ 39Student Obligations................................................ 39Fees for Adult General Education Courses............ 40Fees for Community Education Courses................ 402
sfccWithdrawal for Academic Reasons..........................57Withdrawal for Lack of Attendance..........................57Student Directory Information......................................57Notification of Social Security Number (SSN)Collection and Use...................................................58Athletics Department...............................................58Corporate and Continuing Education/Driver .Education Program..............................................58Financial Aid Office..................................................58Human Resources and Payroll Offices....................58Institutional Effectiveness Office..............................58Outreach Programs.................................................58SFCC Foundation....................................................58Records Maintenance and Privacy Guidelines........58Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ............58Disclosure of Education Records.............................59Parent Access to Records.......................................59Health or Safety Emergency....................................59Disciplinary Records................................................59Law Enforcement Unit Records...............................59Directory Information...............................................59Directory Requests..................................................60Access to Educational Records...............................60Amendment of Educational Records.......................60Requests Definitions................................................60Student Information........................................................61Graduation Ceremony Procedures..............................62Highlands Campus Bookstore......................................62Highlands Campus Cafeteria.......................................62Career Planning, Placement, and Co-op Education .Center......................................................................62Job Placement Student Services.............................62Job Placement Employer Services..........................62Disabled Student Services...........................................62Equal Access/Equal Opportunity (EA/EO)...................63Student Conduct and Discipline...................................63Initiating Changes at the <strong>College</strong>.................................63Learning Resources Center (LRC)...............................63The Library...............................................................63The Tutoring and Learning Center (TLC).................63eLearning.................................................................64Panther Athletics..........................................................64Student Activities..........................................................64Support Services..........................................................64Student Rights and Code of Conduct...........................64Primary Rights.........................................................64Definitions................................................................64Annual Notification Requirement.............................65Procedure to Inspect Education Records................65Refusal to Provide Copies.......................................65Disclosure of Student Records................................65Record of Requests for Disclosure..........................66Directory Information...............................................66Non-Release of Directory Information.....................66Limited Access Records..........................................66Amendment of Educational Records.......................66Right to File a Complaint.........................................67Code of Conduct......................................................67Freedom of Inquiry and Expression.........................67Protection of Freedom of Expression......................67Protection Against Improper Disclosure...................67Students’ Right to Know Information............................68Associate in Arts Degree................................................69Associate in Arts Degree Program...............................70Core Degree Requirements.........................................70Competency Requirements for the A.A. Degree..........70A.A. Degree Completion Procedures...........................71Foreign Language........................................................71General Education Requirements for theA.A. Degree.............................................................72General Education Outcomes..................................72General Education Requirements............................73<strong>College</strong> Developmental Course Rule.......................74<strong>College</strong> Entrance Testing and PlacementProcedures..........................................................75CETPP Chart.......................................................76The Honors Program at SFCC.....................................77Writing and Computation Course Requirements .........78Associate in Arts Transfer PlansUniversity Transfer...................................................78Occupational Degree and Certificate Programs..........80Associate in Science Degree Programs.......................81Associate in Applied Science Degree Programs..........81<strong>College</strong> Credit, Advanced Technical Diploma, andOccupational Certificate Programs..........................82Educator Preparation Institute (EPI).............................83Institutional Credit........................................................83Apprenticeship Programs..............................................84Occupational Programs of Study .................................85Program List.................................................................85Program Offerings by Location.....................................87Program Guides...........................................................89Accounting Applications - C.C.C..............................89Accounting Paraprofessional - A.A.S.......................89Agri-Business Specialization - A.A.S.......................90Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and HeatingTechnology - O.C.................................................90Automotive Collision Repair and Refinish - O.C......91Automotive Service Technology - O.C.....................91Bio-Medical Electronic Systems - A.A.S..................91Building Restoration, Preservation, andRenovation - A.A.S..............................................92Business Administration - A.A.S..............................92Business Administration - A.S. ................................93Business Management - C.C.C...............................94Child Development and Education - A.A.S..............94Citrus Specialization - A.A.S....................................95Commercial Air Conditioning - Apprenticeship.........95Commercial Vehicle Driving - O.C...........................96Computer Electronics Technology - O.C..................96Computer Engineering Technology - A.A.S..............96Computer Information Systems - A.S......................97Computer Programming and Analysis - A.A.S.........98Computer Programming - C.C.C.............................99Construction Management - A.A.S..........................99Correctional Officer - O.C......................................100Correctional to Correctional Probation (Crossover)- O.C.........................................................101Correctional to Law Enforcement (Crossover) -O.C.....................................................................1014
sfccCosmetology - O.C................................................101Criminal Justice Technology - A.A.S......................102Criminal Justice Technology - A.S. ........................103Dental Assistant - O.C...........................................103Dental Hygiene - A.A.S. ........................................105Drafting and Design Technology - A.A.S................108Drafting - O.C.........................................................109Educator Preparation Institute (EPI)......................109Electrical - Apprenticeship.....................................109Electrical Distribution Technology - A.A.S..............<strong>11</strong>0Electrical Lineman - Apprenticeship....................... <strong>11</strong>1Electric Line Service Repair - O.C......................... <strong>11</strong>1Electronics Engineering - A.A.S.............................<strong>11</strong>2Electronics Engineering - A.S. ..............................<strong>11</strong>2Electronics Technology - O.C.................................<strong>11</strong>3Emergency Medical Services - A.A.S....................<strong>11</strong>3Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) - A.T.D.....<strong>11</strong>4Fire Science Technology - A.A.S............................<strong>11</strong>5Food Management, Production, andServices - O.C....................................................<strong>11</strong>5Hospitality and Tourism Management - A.A.S........<strong>11</strong>6Hospitality and Tourism Management - A.S...........<strong>11</strong>6Industrial Management Technology - A.A.S...........<strong>11</strong>7Landscape and Horticulture Professional - C.C.C...<strong>11</strong>7Landscape and Horticulture Specialization - A.A.S...<strong>11</strong>8Landscape and Horticulture Technician - C.C.C....<strong>11</strong>8Law Enforcement Auxiliary Officer - O.C...............<strong>11</strong>9Law Enforcement (Basic) - O.C.............................<strong>11</strong>9Nail Specialty - O.C...............................................120Networking Services Technology - A.A.S...............120Network Support Services - O.C............................121Nurse Assistant - O.C............................................121Nursing (Generic - RN) - A.A.S..............................122Nursing (Generic - RN) - A.S. ...............................124Nursing (Practical) - O.C........................................126Nursing (Transition - LPN to RN) - A.A.S...............127Nursing (Transition - LPN to RN) - A.S. ................129Paramedic - C.C.C.................................................132Phlebotomy - O.C..................................................132Plumbing Technology - Apprenticeship..................133Radiography - A.A.S..............................................133Secretarial/Administrative Assistant - O.C.............135Secretarial (General) - A.A.S.................................135Secretarial (Medical) - A.A.S..................................136Secretarial (Medical) - O.C....................................136Secretarial Specialist (General) - C.C.C................137Secretarial Specialist (Medical) - C.C.C. ..............137Skin Care Specialty - O.C......................................137Course Information.......................................................138<strong>Florida</strong>’s <strong>State</strong>wide Course Numbering System.........139General Rule for Course Equivalencies.................139The Course Prefix..................................................140Authority for Acceptance of Equivalent Courses....140Exceptions to the General Rule for Equivalency...140SFCC Course Descriptions and Cross-References...141Areas of Study to Course Prefixes.............................141Description of Course Codes.....................................142Course Descriptions...................................................143Directory .......................................................................203Full-time Faculty and Administrative Staff..................204Highlands Campus Map.............................................210DeSoto Campus Map.................................................2<strong>11</strong>Hardee Campus Map.................................................212Lake Placid Center Map.............................................213Index .......................................................................214Addendum..................................................................2185
sfccPresident’s MessageDear SFCC Community,Throughout our history, we have and will continue to serve a diverse population of students of all ages, of all interests, and ofmany backgrounds and experiences. Our students come to us for one or more of the following reasons.• They are seeking an academic course of study to allow them to successfully transfer to a college or university to pursuebaccalaureate or other professional degrees and credentials.• They are seeking the necessary skills and academic preparation for successfulemployment either as new entrants to the world of work or to continue in theiremployment while expanding their options and their opportunities.• They are seeking basic and college developmental skills to allow the successful pursuitof their educational or career goals.• They are seeking personal and social enrichment through lifelong learning opportunitiesthat are interesting, challenging, and certainly fun.SFCC supports and facilitates the civic, economic, social-cultural, and environmentaldevelopment of the college’s service area through partnerships and through cooperativeefforts with other colleges and schools, with business and industry, and with all levels ofgovernment. We like to say that “community” is the most important word in our name.We’re here to help you. We want you to learn through relevant and challenging educational experiences. We want the educationyou receive to be of the highest quality that is possible, and we want you to enjoy pursuing your education at SFCC. Your futureis our business.Whether you are just getting started with your college education or perhaps you’ve been out of school for many years helpingto raise a family, and working full-time as well, you will find us understanding, caring, and prepared to work with you. I hope wecan help you.And remember, SFCC is: Down-Home, Friendly . . .World Class Quality!Sincerely,Norman L. Stephens Jr.President6
sfccDistrict Board of TrusteesDavid Leidel, ChairHighlands CountyGary Delatorre, Vice ChairHardee CountyTimothy BackerDeSoto CountyTami CullensHighlands CountyJoan HarttHighlands CountyDr. Louis KirschnerDeSoto CountyRichard MaenpaaHardee CountyAnne ReynoldsHighlands County<strong>College</strong> AttorneyAndrew Jackson, Esq.7
sfccOfficers of the <strong>College</strong>Dr. Norman L. Stephens Jr. ............................................................................................................................................. PresidentGlenn W. Little............................................................................................................... Vice President for Administrative ServicesDr. Leana Revell...........................................................................................Vice President for Educational and Student ServicesAnnie Alexander-Harvey............................................................................................................................ Dean, Student ServicesDouglas M. Andrews................................................................................................................................ Dean, Cultural ProgramsDonald L. Appelquist........................................................................................................................Dean, Resource DevelopmentDr. Kimberly J. Batty-Herbert................................................................................................. Dean, Division of Arts and SciencesJ. Kevin Brown............................................................................................ Dean, Division of Applied Sciences and TechnologiesDr. Michael J. McLeod..................................................................................... Dean, Division of Adult and Community EducationAnita A. Kovacs............................................................................................................................................................... ControllerDr. Linda A. Ward......................................................................................................................................Chief Information OfficerLaura M. White...........................................................................Associate Dean, Enrollment Management and University CenterRebecca Sroda........................................................................................................................Associate Dean, Allied Health/Dental EducationDr. Deborah M. Fuschetti................................................................................................................................................. RegistrarSusan D. Hale......................................................................................................................................Director, Human ResourcesDr. Robert Flores........................................................................................... Director, Remodeling, Renovation and MaintenanceTeresa M. Crawford................................................................................................................................. Director, Hardee CampusEffie L. Keen........................................................................................................................................... Director, DeSoto CampusRandall K. Paeplow............................................................................................................................. Director, Lake Placid Center8
sfccGENERAL COLLEGE INFORMATIONSFCC VisionSFCC MissionSFCC Institutional Core ValuesHistoryLocationsAcademic CalendarServices InformationOrganization of the <strong>College</strong>Recognition of Academic ExcellenceAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA)<strong>College</strong> Hours<strong>College</strong> YearDrug-Free Campus and Drug-Free Workplace ProgramEqual Access / Equal OpportunityLaw Enforcement / SecurityReporting of Emergencies and Criminal ActivitySafety Awareness ProgramsSexual MisconductThe Hotel Jacaranda9
sfccGeneral <strong>College</strong> InformationSFCC VisionEnriching our communities through education…one lifeat a time.SFCC MissionSFCC is an open-access, higher education institutiondedicated to providing a learning-centered environmentthrough quality programs, training, and services. Workingin partnership with organizations and communities,the <strong>College</strong> provides leadership and a comprehensiverange of opportunities for the educational, cultural, andeconomic development of the service district.The <strong>College</strong> assists the people of its service district(DeSoto, Hardee, and Highlands counties) regardless ofeconomic, social or educational background to achievesuccess in:• Completing an associate’s degree in preparation forpursuing a baccalaureate or other professional degreeor credential.• Completing career and technical training to enter theworkforce or to improve career circumstances.• Completing college preparatory programs of studyincluding those leading to the high school diploma.• Obtaining basic skills in literacy, numeracy, andcitizenship to prosper as a contributing member ofsociety.• Gaining personal, cultural, and global awareness;appreciation; and understanding needed in a complexcontemporary society.• Pursuing advanced academic preparation andcredentials available through partnerships withcolleges and universities.• Participating in the social, cultural, environmental, andeconomic development of the communities served bythe <strong>College</strong>.We believe in the worth of each of our students and,through all of our educational programs and services, weseek to develop human potential and to create brighterfutures.SFCC Institutional Core ValuesThe attributes that guide our behavior as we pursue ourvision are:Integrity - We encourage the free exchange of ideasin an environment that embraces honesty, fairness,personal responsibility, and ethical leadership.Service - We actively seek opportunities to enhanceachievement and success in our local and worldcommunities.Community - We embrace cultural diversity,inclusiveness, collaboration, mutual respect, responsiveand productive partnerships and the sharing of resources.Learning - We are committed to providing opportunitiesfor students and staff to succeed in a highly competitiveenvironment so that they can become effective lifelonglearners.Excellence - We seek to provide high-quality, innovative,and flexible teaching and learning opportunities in alearning-centered environment.Accountability - We value personal and institutionalownership through integrated planning and assessmentof all programs.Responsibility - We honor our commitments in allinitiatives and leadership endeavors as well as promoteenvironmental stewardship.HistoryFurthering the established policy of placing high-qualitypost-secondary education within commuting distance of99 percent of <strong>Florida</strong>’s population, the 1965 Legislatureauthorized the establishment of a state-supported juniorcollege in Highlands County to serve the needs of thecitizens of DeSoto, Hardee, and Highlands counties.SFCC began operation in August 1966 in temporarydonated facilities provided to the community by publicspirited citizens of Avon Park. These facilities or buildingswere renovated, air conditioned, and partly furnished byvoluntary contributions of many interested individuals andorganizations of Hardee and Highlands counties, and bythe municipalities of Avon Park, Bowling Green, LakePlacid, and Sebring.10
sfccThe <strong>College</strong> established contact with the <strong>South</strong>ernAssociation of <strong>College</strong>s and Schools during its first yearof operation, and was fully accredited during the thirdyear of operation.Since its inception, SFCC was designated as the AreaTechnical School to serve Hardee and Highlands countiesand, later, DeSoto County.Since 1965, the <strong>College</strong> has grown considerably instudent enrollment and physical facilities. In October1968, construction of the nine-building permanentcampus was began in Highlands County. The <strong>College</strong>moved into the new facility in early January 1970. TheHighlands Campus now consists of 228 acres with morethan 30 buildings, including a 1500-seat auditorium anda 1500-seat gymnasium. The <strong>College</strong> also offers classesat many other locations in the tri-county area. The overallgrowth of the <strong>College</strong> reflects the community’s support ofand participation in SFCC’s programs.LocationsSFCC serves the agricultural heartland of <strong>South</strong> Central<strong>Florida</strong>. Highlands Campus is located approximately onemile south of Avon Park, a city with a population of morethan 8,000 in the northwest corner of Highlands County.The DeSoto Campus, which was opened in 2003, islocated on 40 acres of land in Arcadia on Turner Road nearthe DeSoto County High School and the Agri-Civic Center.The Hardee Campus, which also opened in 2003, consistsof 50 acres and is located on the east side of Highway17, north of Wauchula.The Lake Placid Center is located on four acres of landat 500 Interlake Boulevard in downtown Lake Placid.Located 25 miles south from the Highlands Campus, theLake Placid Center sits in a park-like setting.In 2002, the <strong>College</strong> received donations of land in DeSotoand Hardee counties to construct new campuses. Thenew, full-service campuses were completed in 2003,and each of the 30,000 square-foot facilities provide allstudent services, a library, bookstore, general classrooms,computer labs, a large number of classrooms that arewired for two-way interactive television, two large technicalprogram areas and a student lounge area. The DeSotoCampus is located on a site north of Arcadia at the cornerof Gibson and Turner Roads near the DeSoto County HighSchool and the County Agri-Civic Center. The HardeeCampus is located on a site on Highway 17 north ofWauchula between Bostick and Sauls roads.Today, SFCC has evolved from a small college into amid-sized one that annually serves approximately 19,000residents of DeSoto, Hardee, and Highlands counties. The<strong>College</strong> has matured into a responsible and responsiveinstitution of higher learning that provides the communitywith quality academic programs, specialized technicaltraining, continuing workforce education and adulteducation, community services, cultural experiences,collegiate athletics, informational services, and programswhich enrich the quality of community life. SFCC is pleasedwith the prestige its faculty and graduates have received.This reputation has been earned through effective andconcerned teaching. The continued success of the<strong>College</strong> depends upon superior teaching and the facultymembers are selected with this quality in mind. SFCCbelieves its student-centered approach to learning willhelp its graduates meet the challenges of our fast-pacedand rapidly changing society.<strong>11</strong>
sfcc<strong>2010</strong>-20<strong>11</strong> Academic CalendarClasses for community education, workforce training, and selected certificate programs are ongoing. Adult Educationclasses are open-entry and are offered year-round. Please check our Web site at www.southflorida.edu or with acounselor/advisor for the most current offerings. Dual-enrollment students check with a high school counselor forbeginning and ending dates.<strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>Academic Dates and DeadlinesFall <strong>2010</strong> Spring 20<strong>11</strong> Summer 20<strong>11</strong>Regular Term (16 weeks) Aug 23 - Dec 16 Jan 5 - May 3 May 5 - Jul 29Priority date to apply for financial aid Apr 15 Oct 15 Mar 15Begin priority registration for students with over 40 hours Apr 5 Nov 1 Apr 4Begin open registration Apr 19 Nov 15 Apr 18Priority date for SFCC Foundation Scholarships Jun 15 15-Oct Mar 15Fee payment deadline Aug 2* Dec 13* Apr 22*Faculty return Aug 16 Jan 4 -Welcome Back Assembly Aug 16 - -Registration ends Aug 22 Jan 4 May 4Classes begin Aug 23 Jan 5 May 5Final day to drop classes with refund or change audit status Aug 27 Jan 12 May 12Last day to apply for graduation Sept 1 Jan 12 May 5Last day to withdraw with a grade of W Nov 1 Mar 14 Jun 27Last day of classes Dec 16 May 3 Jul 29Grades due in Registrar's Office Dec 17 (by 9 a.m.) May 4 (by noon) Jul 29 (by 5 p.m.)Commencement - May 4 -First Flex Session (8 weeks) Aug 23 - Oct 14 Jan 5 - Mar 1 May 5 - Jun 16Begin priority registration for students with over 40 hours Apr 5 Nov 1 Apr 4Begin open registration Apr 19 Nov 15 Apr 18Fee payment deadline Aug 2* Dec 13* Apr 22*Registration ends Aug 22 Jan 4 May 4Classes begin Aug 23 Jan 5 May 5Final day to drop classes with refund or change audit status Aug 27 Jan 12 May 12Last day to apply for graduation Sept 1 Jan 12 May 5Last day to withdraw with a grade of W Sept 24 Feb 8 May 31Last day of classes Oct 14 Mar 1 Jun 16Grades due in Registrar's Office Oct 15 (by noon) Mar 2 (by noon) Jun 16 (by 5 p.m.)Second Flex Session (8 weeks) Oct 18 - Dec 16 Mar 2 - May 3 Jun 17 - Jul 29Begin priority registration for students with over 40 hours Apr 5 Nov 1 Apr 4Begin open registration Apr 19 Nov 15 Apr 18Fee payment deadline Aug 2* Dec 13* Apr 22*Last day to apply for graduation Sept 1 Jan 12 May 5Registration ends Oct 17 Mar 1 Jun 16Classes begin Oct 18 Mar 2 Jun 17Final day to drop classes with refund or change audit status Oct 22 Mar 9 Jun 24Last day to withdraw with a grade of W Nov 23 Apr 12 Jul 13Last day of classes Dec 16 May 3 Jul 29Grades due in Registrar's Office Dec 17 (by 9 a.m.) May 4 (by noon) Jul 29 (by 5 p.m.)Limited Services AvailableAssessment Day Oct 15 - -Staff Development Day - Feb 18 -HolidaysNo classes - college closed Labor Day - Sept 6 New Year's Day - Jan 3 Memorial Day - May 30(Exceptions: Community Education, Workforce Training, and Thanksgiving - Nov 24-27 Martin Luther King - Jan 17 Independence Day - Jul 4Adult Education) Winter Break - Dec 18-Jan 3 Spring Break - Mar 28-Apr 2* Fees due on day of registration after deadline date.12
sfcc<strong>2010</strong>-20<strong>11</strong> Academic YearAugustS M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 <strong>11</strong> 12 13 1415 16 17 18 19 20 2122 23 24 25 26 27 2829 30 31NovemberS M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 <strong>11</strong> 12 1314 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 2728 29 30FebruaryS M T W T F S1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 <strong>11</strong> 1213 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28SeptemberS M T W T F S1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 <strong>11</strong>12 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30DecemberS M T W T F S1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 <strong>11</strong>12 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30 31MarchS M T W T F S1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 <strong>11</strong> 1213 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30 31OctoberS M T W T F S1 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 <strong>11</strong> 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 29 3031JanuaryS M T W T F S12 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 <strong>11</strong> 12 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 2930 31AprilS M T W T F S1 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 <strong>11</strong> 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 29 30MayS M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 <strong>11</strong> 12 13 1415 16 17 18 19 20 2122 23 24 25 26 27 2829 30 31JuneS M T W T F S1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 <strong>11</strong>12 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30JulyS M T W T F S1 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 <strong>11</strong> 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 29 3031Selected Calendar of EventsAugust 23 - Fall Classes Begin January 3 - New Year’s Day May 4 - CommencementSeptember 6 - Labor Day Holiday January 5 - Spring Classes Begin May 5 - Summer Classes BeginOctober 15 - Assessment Day January 17 - Martin Luther King Holiday May 30 - Memorial Day HolidayNovember 24-27 - Thanksgiving February 18 - Staff Development Day July 4 - Independence Day HolidayDecember 16 - Fall Term Ends March 28-April 2 - Spring Break July 29 - Summer Term EndsDecember 18-January 3 - Winter Break May 3 - Spring Term Ends13
sfccServices InformationService Phone# LocationADA Student Coordinator (863) 784-7107 B274Admissions (863) 784-7405 B (1st Floor)Adult Education (863) 784-7441 H (2nd Floor)Athletic Department (863) 784-7035 EBookstore (863) 784-7<strong>11</strong>2 B102Box Office (863) 784-7178 ACafeteria (863) 784-7199 JCareer Pathways (863) 784-7431 R7Career Planning, Placement, and Co-op Ed. (863) 784-7410 B250Cashier (863) 784-7142 B150<strong>College</strong> Reach-Out Program (CROP) (863) 784-7196 B161Community Education (863) 784-7388 H<strong>11</strong>1Community Relations and Marketing (863) 784-7151 C<strong>11</strong>4Corporate and Continuing Education (863) 784-7033 T9Counseling/Advising (863) 784-7131 B152Crews Center (863) 453-2250 Avon ParkCultural Programs (863) 784-7177 Main AuditoriumDean, Division, Adult and Community Education (863) 784-7441 Y209Dean, Division, Applied Sciences and Technologies (863) 784-7424 T6Dean, Division, Arts and Sciences (863) 784-7330 B207Dean, Cultural Programs (863) 784-7177 A203Dean, Student Services (863) 784-7107 B274DeSoto Campus (863) 784-7040 ArcadiaDriver Education (863) 784-7388 H<strong>11</strong>1EA/EO Student Coordinator (863) 784-7107 B274Educator Preparation Institute (EPI) (863) 784-7403 UC<strong>11</strong>7ESOL (863) 784-7380 H (2nd Floor)Financial Aid (863) 784-7254 B168<strong>Florida</strong> Farmworker Jobs and Education Program (863) 784-7072 R2Hardee Campus (863) 784-7060 WauchulaHighlands Campus (863) 784-6661 Avon ParkHonors Program (863) 784-7247 B205Lake Placid Center (863) 784-7082 Lake PlacidLeadership Highlands (863) 784-7392 H (1st Floor)Library - Learning Resources Center (LRC) (863) 784-7302 Y-LRC (2nd Floor)Lorida Schoolhouse (863) 655-2954 LoridaOpen Computer Lab (863) 784-5121 Y-LRC (1st Floor)Panther Youth (863) 784-7161 R7Refunds (863) 784-7142 B178Registrar (863) 784-7139 B151RSVP (863) 784-7189 Y (1st Floor)Security (863) 453-0806 K1Student Government Association (SGA) (863) 784-7450 B109Student Services (863) 784-7107 B274Switchboard (Central) (863) 453-6661 B108Testing Center (863) 784-7214 B255The Artist’s Group (TAG) (863) 784-7392 H (1st Floor)The Hotel Jacaranda (863) 784-7338 Avon ParkThe Teacherage (863) 382-3441 SebringTutoring and Learning Center (TLC) (863) 784-7102 Y (1st Floor)University Center (863) 784-7408 UC10014
sfccOrganization of the <strong>College</strong>PresidentPresident of the <strong>College</strong> - Dr. Norman L. Stephens Jr.Executive Assistant to the President - Tammy BushDean, Resource Development/Executive Director, SFCCFoundation - Donald L. AppelquistDirector, Grants Development - Lindsay B. LynchCoordinator, Take Stock in Children Program - IreneCastanonDirector, Community Relations and Marketing - DeborahJ. BellCoordinator, Community Relations - Sharon L. JonesCoordinator, Community Relations - Jennifer YoungWebmaster, Richard MerrittCoordinator, ADA Employee - Susan D. HaleCoordinator, ADA Student - Annie Alexander-HarveyCoordinator, EA/EO Employee - Susan D. HaleCoordinator, EA/EO Student - Annie Alexander-HarveyCoordinator, Equity Plan - Laura M. WhiteAdministrative ServicesVice President for Administrative Services - Glenn W. LittleChief Information Officer - Dr. Linda A. WardDirector, Application Software Development - CharlesF. HemlerDirector, Network Systems - Clifford HangleyController - Anita A. KovacsCoordinator, General Accounting - Pamela D. JordanCoordinator, Financial Services - Susan E. ZelenenkiCoordinator, Purchasing - Richard T. PeavyCoordinator, Restricted Accounting and Payroll -Theresa F. EldersDirector, Human Resources - Susan D. HaleDirector, Remodeling, Renovation, and Maintenance -Dr. Robert FloresCoordinator, Grounds Maintenance - Steven D. NoelCoordinator, Physical Plant Operations - Lynne HoodCoordinator, Remodeling and Renovation - RobertMathyBuilding Official - Randal L. GeigerCoordinator, Risk Management - Keith LowekeEducational and Student ServicesVice President for Educational and Student Services -Dr. Leana RevellDean, Division of Arts and Sciences - Dr. Kimberly J.Batty-HerbertChair, Humanities - Dr. Theresa JamesChair, Mathematics - Davida M. AustinChair, Natural Sciences - Erik ChristensenChair, Social and Behavioral Sciences - Michele DevaneCoordinator, Honors - Dr. Charlotte PresslerCoordinator, Academic Foundations - Elizabeth AndrewsDean, Division of Applied Sciences and Technologies -J. Kevin BrownAssociate Dean, Allied Health and Dental Education- Rebecca SrodaChair, EMS and Fire Science Programs - Steven L.AshworthDirector, Nursing Education - Michele D. HestonDirector, Radiography Technology - Junior A. GrayChair, Business and Computer Technologies - Joel E.BoydstonChair, Technical and Industrial Education - ThomasBushDirector, Public Service Programs - Jerry C. DeJongeProgram Manager, Apprenticeship Programs - ThomasBushProgram Manager, Cosmetology - Timothy E. JohnsonCoordinator, Child Development Program - ColleenRafattiCoordinator, Corporate and Continuing Education -Lorrie KeyCoordinator, Educator Preparation Institute (EPI) -Colleen RafattiCoordinator, Tech Prep and Early <strong>College</strong>/Dual Enrollment-Courtney GreenDean, Division of Adult and Community Education -Dr. Michael J. McLeodChair, Library Services - Lena D. Phelps-EllerkerDirector, Adult Education - Dr. Christopher D. van der KaayCoordinator, ESOL - Nelly FordDirector, Community Education - Rebecca B. RouschCoordinator, RSVP - Kris SchmidtCoordinator, Tutoring and Learning Center - BenjaminF. Carter Jr.Dean, Student Services - Annie Alexander-HarveyAssociate Dean, Enrollment Management andUniversity Relations - Laura M. WhiteRegistrar - Dr. Deborah M. FuschettiChair, Counseling - Judy ZemkoDirector, Career Planning, Placement, and Co-opEducation - Paul A. FoxDirector, Financial Aid - Susie JohnsonCoordinator, Testing/Assessment - Mary Ann LittleDean, Cultural Programs - Douglas M. AndrewsDirector, Technical-Cultural Programs - William J. KovacsCurator, Museum of <strong>Florida</strong> Art and Culture - MollieDoctrowCoordinator, Facilities Scheduling - Lorrie W. SmithDirector, DeSoto Campus - Effie L. KeenDirector, Hardee Campus - Teresa M. CrawfordDirector, Lake Placid Center - Randall K. PaeplowDirector, Athletics - Richard J. HittDirector, Electronic Learning - Melanie Morgan-JacksonDirector, Institutional Effectiveness - Daniel D. McAuliffCoordinator, Curriculum Support - Elisavet C. Rios15
sfccRECOGNITION OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE - SFCC willrecognize you for academic excellence during your courseof study. You will be eligible for the following distinctions:President’s List - If you accumulate 12 or more credithours and earn a GPA of 3.80 to 4.00, SFCC’s presidentwill be send you a recognition letter.Vice President’s List - If you accumulate 12 or morecredit hours and have a GPA of 3.50 to 3.79, SFCC’s vicepresident for educational and student services will sendyou a recognition letter.Graduation with Distinction - If you graduate withan excellent GPA in the A.A., A.S. and A.A.S. degreeprograms, you will receive recognition on your diplomaaccording to the following GPAs:3.90 to 4.00 summa cum laude3.70 to 3.89 magna cum laude3.50 to 3.69 cum laudeIf you attended no other post-secondary institution other thanSFCC, this GPA is based on the GPA earned at SFCC. If youattended at least one other post-secondary institution andearned 45 or more credits at SFCC, this GPA is based onthe higher GPA earned at SFCC or the cumulative GPA fromall institutions attempted. If you attended at least one otherpost-secondary institution and earned less than 45 creditsat SFCC, this GPA is based on the cumulative GPA from allinstitutions attended.If you have fulfilled the requirements for a college creditcertificate, occupational certificate, or adult high schooldiploma and achieved a 3.50 GPA or higher, you will graduatewith distinction. Likewise, if you have earned a <strong>State</strong> of<strong>Florida</strong> High School Diploma with a score of 3100 or higheron the General Educational Development (GED) test, youwill graduate with distinction.To be recognized with distinction at the graduation ceremony,you must have met all degree requirements by the end ofspring term. The determining GPA will be based upon yourfall term cumulative GPA.Honors Program - If you fulfill the requirements of the HonorsProgram, you will receive your degree of Associate in Artsdegree with an Honors endorsement on your transcript anddiploma, and special recognition at the graduation ceremony.Outstanding Student Awards are given annually. If you showleadership in scholastic achievements, student activities, andathletics, you may be eligible.The <strong>Florida</strong> Blue Key is awarded by the University of <strong>Florida</strong>.It is a community college leadership honor given to oneoutstanding female and male from each of <strong>Florida</strong>’s 28community colleges.Phi Theta Kappa is the international honor society thatrecognizes and encourages scholarship among communitycollege A.A., A.S. and A.A.S. degree-seeking students.SFCC’s chapter, Tau Epsilon, was founded in 1968. Theorganization provides an opportunity to develop leadershipand service, promotes an intellectual climate for scholars, andfosters a continued interest in academic excellence. Eligiblestudents must be currently enrolled in a college credit degreeprogram and must have earned 12 or more college credithours with a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. If interested,please call (863) 784-7231.AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) - SFCCseeks to ensure that programs, services, and facilities areaccessible to and usable by persons with disabilities. If youare a qualified student with a disability, the <strong>College</strong> will makeevery effort to provide reasonable accommodations.If you are a person with a disability, this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong> isavailable to you in hard copy and digital format. Telephoneor written requests should include your name, address, andtelephone or TDD number. Your requests should be made tothe ADA student coordinator, SFCC, 600 West <strong>College</strong> Drive,Avon Park, FL 33825, (863) 784-7107 at least two weeksprior to the time you need the publication.The following college staff members have been assignedto assist in ensuring that you have access to the <strong>College</strong>’sprograms, services, and facilities. If you require assistanceor have general questions/concerns, please contact:Annie Alexander-Harvey, Dean of Student ServicesADA Student Coordinator(863) 784-7107, Building B, 2nd FloorAnnie.Alexander-Harvey@southflorida.eduSusan Hale, Human Resources DirectorADA Employee Coordinator(863) 784-7132, Building I, 1st FloorSusan.Hale@southflorida.eduCOLLEGE HOURS - Regular college operations areconducted between the hours of 8 a.m. and 7 p.m., Mondaythrough Thursday, and 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Friday. Except forspecial events, the <strong>College</strong> is closed to students and visitorsduring other hours. If you require access to college facilitiesat times other than normal working hours, you must adviseSecurity, (863) 453-0806, of your location and expectedtime of departure. The <strong>College</strong> offers you a wide selectionof college credit, adult, and occupational classes in theevening. These classes serve as an extension of the dayprogram using the same textbooks, instructional procedures,instructors, and contact hours. The majority of your eveningcredit classes meet once a week during fall and spring termsand twice a week during summer terms. Classes are availableevening and weekends. Consult your Schedule of Classesfor evening and weekend offerings.16
sfccCOLLEGE YEAR - The college year is divided into fall andspring terms of approximately 16 weeks each and a summerterm of 12 weeks with flex sessions in all three terms. Thecollege calendar is coordinated closely with the calendars ofother public community colleges, the state universities, andcounty school systems.DRUG-FREE CAMPUS AND DRUG-FREE WORKPLACEPROGRAM - SFCC is a drug-free college and workplace.Illegal use of drugs or alcohol will not be tolerated on anySFCC-campus, center, or at any SFCC sponsored eventoff campus. Alcohol and drug-free campus handouts aredistributed to new students at orientation and to continuingstudents at their first registration in each academic year.These handouts describe standards of conduct that prohibitunlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs andalcohol on campus; health risks, applicable legal sanctionsunder the law; programs that address counseling treatmentor rehabilitation/reentry programs; and disciplinary sanctionsthat SFCC will impose on students and employees. Youwill find information regarding the Drug Free Campus andDrug-Free Workplace Program in the Student Handbook/Planner.EQUAL ACCESS/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY - SFCC pledgesto provide equal access to education and employmentopportunity to all regardless of race, color, religion, gender,national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation,and sexual orientation. The <strong>College</strong> adheres to federal andstate laws that control equal access/equal opportunity. Thispledge covers all aspects of the educational and employmentrelationship with our students and employees. If you haveconcerns regarding this pledge, address them to the EA/EOstudent coordinator, (863) 784-7107. Nothing containedwithin this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong> is intended to discriminateon the basis of the previously mentioned factors.The following staff members have been assigned to assistin ensuring that you have access to the <strong>College</strong>’s programs,services, and facilities. Please contact these individuals, ifyou require assistance.Annie Alexander-Harvey, Dean of Student ServicesEA/EO Student Coordinator(863) 784-7107, Building B, 2nd FloorAnnie.Alexander-Harvey@southflorida.eduSusan Hale, Human Resources DirectorEA/EO Employee Coordinator(863) 784-7132, Building I, 1st FloorSusan.Hale@southflorida.eduLaura M. WhiteEquity Plan Coordinator(863) 784-7154, University Center, 1st FloorLaura.White@southflorida.eduLAW ENFORCEMENT/SECURITY - Campus securitypersonnel are not law enforcement officers. Law enforcementauthority for the Highlands Campus is the responsibility ofthe Highlands County Sheriff’s Office. Law enforcement atother campuses is the responsibility of local police. Securitypersonnel are responsible for the safety of personnel andthe safety of buildings and their contents. The <strong>College</strong> worksdirectly with local law enforcement agencies to report criminalactivities and incidents.REPORTING OF EMERGENCY AND CRIMINAL ACTIVITY-SFCC has developed a set of guidelines for reportingemergencies and criminal activities. It is important to notethat each emergency situation or criminal activity has differentcircumstances requiring different actions. Each actionshould address the safety and security of victims and otherparticipants. You will find reporting guidelines in the StudentHandbook. Procedures for reporting information are postedthroughout the college classrooms.SAFETY AWARENESS PROGRAMS - Your security andsafety is the responsibility of all. Report unsafe conditionsor criminal activities; it is important to the safety of everyoneat SFCC. You are required to go through student orientationprograms that include safety information. Current andcontinuing students are provided with information regardingpersonal safety.SEXUAL MISCONDUCT - SFCC is committed to providingan environment, which is free from all forms of sexualmisconduct including sexual harassment, public indecency,voyeurism, battery, or assault. If you are a victim, contact the<strong>College</strong>’s EA/EO student coordinator (863) 784-7107, andyou will receive assistance and support. If you are accusedof such a charge, you may be subject to dismissal from the<strong>College</strong>. Please consult the Student Handbook for the entirepolicy and the procedures to follow in the event of an act ofsexual misconduct.The Hotel JacarandaThe SFCC Foundation operates a residence facility within TheHotel Jacaranda. This historic hotel, located approximatelytwo miles from the Highlands Campus in downtown AvonPark, opened for business in 1926 and is listed on theNational Register of Historic Places. It is a private residencefacility for full-time SFCC students. Accommodations areavailable for approximately 34 male students and 34 femalestudents on separate floors of the residence facility.For additional information, contact the SFCC Foundationat 13 East Main Street, Avon Park, FL 33825, or call (863)453-3133. Housing is assigned on a first come, first servedbasis.NOTE: Staff located at 600 West <strong>College</strong> Drive, Avon Park, FL 33825.17
sfccAdmissionsADMISSIONS POLICY - You can be admitted to non-selectivedegree programs upon application by presenting an officialhigh school graduation transcript or high school equivalencyscores, that meet <strong>Florida</strong> standards, provided your placementtest results indicate the ability to progress successfully.Diplomas are not required for admission to most occupationalprograms. If you enroll in A.A., A.S., or A.A.S. degreeprograms, you are required to take a placement test prior toadvisement and registration.If you are 16 years or older and legally out of school, youmay be eligible to enroll in occupational certificate, continuingeducation, or adult education programs. If you are a highschool student, you may enroll in A.A. degree, A.S. degree,A.A.S. degree, or certificate programs provided you havemet the early-college/dual-enrollment or early admissionrequirements.Some occupational programs have limited seating whileothers have special admission requirements. You areresponsible for being aware of the admission requirementsfor your desired program of study. Counseling/Advisingstaff, faculty advisors in appropriate departments, programmanagers, coordinators, directors, or department chairs areavailable to discuss admission requirements and the courseof study before enrolling.The <strong>College</strong> reserves the right to refuse admission to anyindividual whose presence on campus has been determinedby the <strong>College</strong> not to be in the best interest of the studentand/or SFCC.Admission applications and specific information aboutadmissions are available on the Highlands, DeSoto, andHardee campuses, Lake Placid Center and online at www.southflorida.edu.Due to limited space in some classes and programs,class registrations are handled on a first-come, firstservedbasis. Apply for admission and register forclasses as early as possible. Some occupationalprograms have special admission requirements andclass size restrictions.I. Admission to the A.A., A.S., or A.A.S. degree programsshall include the following criteria:A. You must have a standard high school diploma,a high school equivalency diploma (GED), orpreviously demonstrated competency (15 creditswith C or higher) in college credit postsecondarycoursework.B. If you have met all requirements for a standard highschool diploma except for earning passing scoreson the 10th-grade FCAT (or approved alternate),II.you may be eligible to be admitted to a degreeseekingprogram contact Enrollment Services at(863) 784-7408.C. If you are home schooled, a signed affidavit must besubmitted by your parent or legal guardian attestingthat you have completed a home education programpursuant to the requirements of prevailing <strong>Florida</strong>Statutes.D. You must achieve a minimum score on the American<strong>College</strong> Testing Program (ACT), Scholastic AptitudeTest (SAT), or college entry level placement test.The minimum scores are defined in the latest SFCC<strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.E. You must submit an official transcript(s) ordocumentation of all coursework completed.Admission to the certificate programs shall include thefollowing criteria:A. You must be at least 16 years of age.B. If you are in an occupational certificate program,you must take the complete battery of the Testsof Adult Basic Education (TABE - A Level) or acollege placement test (ACT or SAT) For advisingpurposes, if you are in the Advanced TechnicalDiploma Program or the <strong>College</strong> Credit CertificateProgram, you must take the TABE or ACT, or SAT.C. If you are in the Advanced Technical Diploma Programor the <strong>College</strong> Credit Certificate Program, you mustsubmit an official transcript or documentation of allcoursework completed.III. Admission to SFCC’s Adult High School shall includethe following criteria:A. You must be at least 16 years of age.B. You must have earned a minimum of ten (10) highschool credits. If you have fewer than ten (10)credits, you will be considered for admission on anindividual basis.C. You must submit an official transcript ordocumentation of all coursework completed at thesecondary level.D. You must score <strong>11</strong>.0 in Reading, Math, andLanguage on the TABE (A Level) or meet minimumscore requirements on a college placement test(ACT or SAT).E. You may transfer credits from any public, privateor home education program. Written confirmationprovided by the principal of a high school or parentof a home-schooled student attesting that they areproviding education in accordance with <strong>Florida</strong>Statutes is sufficient evidence for purposes ofadmission.19
sfccIV. Admission to <strong>State</strong> of <strong>Florida</strong> High School Diploma (GED)Program shall include the following criteria:A. You must be at least 16 years of age.B. You must take the complete battery of the Tests ofAdult Basic Education (TABE).C. You must register for the appropriate class basedon the TABE scores. You will be enrolled in an ABEclass if at least one score is below 9.0. or a GEDclass if all scores are 9.0 or above.V. Admission to some programs is selective as a resultof limited space or other special requirements. Youare admitted to these programs based on the dateyour completed application is received and all programrequirements are met. For more information on selectiveprograms, see Admission to Selective Programs sectionof this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.ADMISSIONS PROCEDURESNew Students:I .New students seeking admission to college creditand certificate programs must file an Application forAdmission, provide relevant test scores or complete theappropriate testing, complete an orientation and meetwith a counselor/advisor prior to registration for classes.A. You must complete and sign the Application forAdmission form verifying that all information is correctand accurate. Form is available on our SFCC Website at www.southflorida.edu.B. If you are a dependent student, the residencysection must be completed and signed by yourparent or guardian (see Residency Information).C. To be eligible for in-state fees, you, your parent,or guardian (if you are a dependent) must provideinformation that shows you qualify as a bona fideresident of <strong>Florida</strong> according to <strong>Florida</strong> Statute.You may be required to bring additional supportingdocumentation such as drivers license, voter ID,vehicle registration, tax forms.D. Right-to-know information is directly accessible onour SFCC Web site at www.southflorida.edu.E. The Admissions Office staff will inform you of theplacement testing requirements of the program forwhich you are applying.F. All applicants, except early-college/dual-enrollmentand technical students, must send directly to theAdmissions Office, 600 West <strong>College</strong> Drive, AvonPark, FL 33825 either an official copy of their highschool transcript or provide a copy of their GEDdiploma (and GED scores if from out-of-state), orhigh school equivalency scores that meet <strong>Florida</strong>standards.II.G. If you do not have a high school diploma or GED,you must demonstrate the ability to benefit throughappropriate testing.H. Transfer students who have successfully completedat least fifteen hours of college credit may provideofficial college transcripts in lieu of high schooltranscripts.I. Non-degree students who have completed anAssociate in Arts degree or higher may provideofficial college transcript(s) in lieu of their highschool transcripts.J. Applicants seeking an A.A., A.S. or A.A.S. degreewho have attended a postsecondary institution musthave an official copy of their transcript from eachinstitution they attended sent directly to the <strong>College</strong>.K. Applicants who can provide written proof of unusualreasons why any required record is unavailable (i.e.,records destroyed by fire, home country in turmoil),may be admitted with the permission of the dean ofStudent Services.L. Applicants for limited enrollment/selective programsmay be required to provide additional documentation.Selective program applicants are referred to theRegistrar’s Office and/or the department chair.If your last date of enrollment is over a year old or if youhave attended another college/university since attendingSFCC, you must update your previous application. Ifyou have changed your name or changed your programof study, you will be required to complete a Change ofInformation form or Change of Program form.III. You will not be authorized to proceed with registrationuntil an admissions application has been designated as“accepted.”Career Pathways Articulation Credit - If you attended apublic high school in DeSoto, Hardee, or Highlands Countyand are admitted to SFCC after high school graduation asa student seeking an Associate in Science, Associate inApplied Science, <strong>College</strong> Credit Certificate, or OccupationalCertificate, you may be eligible to receive college credit forcoursework taken in high school. All articulated high schoolcourses must have been completed with a grade of B orhigher and must apply to your program of study. A minimumof 15 credit hours of applicable college credit courses or 240occupational contact hours at SFCC must be successfullycompleted before you may submit a Career PathwaysArticulated Credit Request form to the Admissions Office.Contact the registrar for more information.Early-<strong>College</strong>/Dual-Enrollment Program - If you are ahigh school student in a DeSoto, Hardee, or Highlandscounty public school, private school, or an approved homeeducation program, you may enroll in SFCC’s Early-<strong>College</strong>/Dual-Enrollment Program provided you have met program20
sfccrequirements and have written recommendations from theappropriate school official (principal, superintendent and/orparent). Each high school and SFCC’s Admissions Officehas dual enrollment forms.Dual enrollment includes academic as well as occupationalcourses. You should consult a counselor for more information.If you are enrolled in the Early <strong>College</strong>/Dual EnrollmentProgram at DeSoto, Hardee, or Highlands county publicschools and your courses meet the core requirements forhigh school graduation credit, you will not be charged feesfor registration or books.All public high school dual enrollments will be in compliancewith the annual inter-institutional articulation agreementbetween the <strong>College</strong> and school board. If you are enrolled ina private school or a home education program, you may enrollin courses taken for high school credit and not be chargedfor registration, but you are responsible for purchasing yourbooks. If you are not receiving high school graduation credit,you must pay your own fees and purchase your own books.Specific details may be obtained from SFCC’s dual-enrollmentcoordinator, registrar, your high school guidance office, or anSFCC campus/center director or counselor/advisor.I. Public School Procedure - Early-college/dual-enrolledstudents at the local high schools are to complete thefollowing steps in order to participate in college credit ortechnical coursework through SFCC.Academic CreditA. Admissions:1. If you are a high school student planning toenter early-college/dual-enrolled classes, youwill be required to complete the AdmissionsApplication Form prior to testing and/or enrollingin academic or technical coursework.2. If you plan to use your national admissions testscores (ACT/SAT) to meet the <strong>College</strong>’s testingrequirement, you must submit them along withthe admissions application form.3. Verification of your Grade Point Average (GPA)and guidance office certification is required onthe admissions application.B. Testing: The SFCC Testing Center will scheduledates for testing at each district high school site.The dates will be coordinated with appropriate staffat the high schools. (The following is the generaltimeline to schedule testing):1. Fall Term Enrollment: The Testing Center willtest in March-April any applicants planningto enter early-college/dual-enrollmentacademic classes during the fall term. Ifyou are a continuing student who needs tobe retested, you may also test at this time,provided notification of your eligibility hasbeen coordinated with the SFCC TestingCoordinator. FTIC students who are unableto participate in the April testing will have theoption of testing during late June/early Julyby making arrangements through the TestingCenter by calling (863) 784-7214.2. Spring Term Enrollment: The Testing Centerwill test in November any applicants planningto enter early-college/dual-enrollmentacademic classes during the spring term. Ifyou are a continuing student who needs tobe retested, you may also test at this time,provided notification of your eligibility has beencoordinated with the SFCC Testing Coordinator.Any applicants unable to participate duringthese dates will have the option of arrangingalternative testing times through the SFCCTesting Center by calling (863) 784-7214.3. Retesting: You may retest after 30 days uponapproval of the district school guidance officeor the SFCC Testing Coordinator. You may testno more than twice per academic year.4. Notification of Test Results: Test results willbe forwarded to the high schools and toSFCC Counseling/Advising, Admissions,and Registration for evaluation and follow upservices.C. Registration:1. If you have completed the admissions process,have evidence of appropriate test scores, andhave an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or above, youwill be eligible to register for academic earlycollege/dual-enrollmentcourses.2. The SFCC Registrar’s Office will coordinatewith the appropriate high school guidancepersonnel to officially register eligible students.D. Orientation and Advising:1. All early-college/dual-enrollment students arerequired to complete an orientation. Orientationsession times will be coordinated throughSFCC and jointly planned with the high schoolguidance staff. Parents and students will receiveadvanced notification of scheduled dates andtimes.2. General information sessions will be scheduledtwice annually at each high school (Octoberand April). These sessions will promote studentsuccess, introduce participants to educationalresources, and provide advising related tospecific programs and majors.21
sfccII.Technical CreditA. Admissions:1. If you plan to enter technical early-college/dual-enrollment classes, you will be requiredto complete the Early-<strong>College</strong>/Dual-EnrollmentAdmissions Application form prior to testingand/or enrolling in academic or technicalcoursework. You will not be permitted to testor enroll in coursework prior to completion ofthe application process.2. The application must list the technical programin which you plan to enroll.3. The SFCC Admissions Office will coordinatedissemination and collection of admissionsapplications.B. Initial Testing:1. The SFCC Testing Center will coordinatewith the appropriate departments, campuses,centers, and high schools to provide the TABE.2. Test results will be forwarded to the technicalinstructors and to the high school. If you donot attain certification scores for your technicalprogram, you will be advised of your optionsfor remediation.C. Registration:1. When you have completed the admissionsprocess, have evidence of appropriate testscores, and have an unweighted GPA of2.0 or above, you will be eligible to registerfor technical early-college/dual-enrollmentcourses. NOTE: If you are designated asperformance based, you will not be requiredto meet the 2.0 unweighted GPA requirement.D. Orientation and Advising:1. All early-college/dual-enrolled students arerequired to complete an orientation. Orientationsession times will be coordinated throughSFCC and jointly planned with the high schoolguidance staff. Parents and students willreceive advanced notification of scheduleddates and times.2. General information sessions will be scheduledtwice annually at each high school (Octoberand April). These sessions will promote studentsuccess, introduce participants to educationalresources, and provide counseling related tospecific programs and majors.Private/Home School Procedure - early-college/dual-enrolled students at private or home high schoolsuse the following steps to participate in college credit ortechnical credit coursework through SFCC.A. Admissions:1. If you are attending a private or home schoolprogram, and plan to enroll in early-college/dual-enrolled classes, you must submit anAdmissions Application to the Registrar’s Officeprior to testing and/or registration. You mustbe between 15 - 17 years of age (younger agerequires the approval of the dean of StudentServices).2. You will not be permitted to test or enroll priorto completion of the application process.B. Testing:1. You must contact the SFCC Testing Center toschedule an appointment to take the collegeplacement test prior to registration. Test scoreswill be submitted to the registrar for interpretationand to determine whether you are eligible to enrollin classes. ACT and/or SAT scores should besubmitted along with the Admissions Application,if you plan to use these tests to meet the testingrequirement.2. Retesting: You may retest after 30 days uponapproval of the SFCC Testing Coordinator.3. Notification of Test Results: You will receivenotification of test results from the SFCCTesting Center. If you do not meet test scoreeligibility, you will not be permitted to register.C. Registration:1. The registrar is responsible for approving yourregistration form each term. You may registerduring the regular registration scheduled datesat any SFCC campus. (Registration conductedat the other SFCC locations must have approvalof the registrar.)2. Parents or school officials must submit to theRegistrar’s Office a list of courses you need tocomplete your high school education. You mustbe at the secondary level of education and musthave a minimum of 3.0 GPA for college transfercourse enrollment and 2.0 for technical courseenrollment.3. Transcripts of high school, home school, and/orprivate school courses previously taken mustbe submitted to the SFCC Registrar’s Office forevaluation prior to registration.4. At the end of each year, an updated transcriptmust be submitted to the registrar prior to eachfall term registration.5. Parents must submit a signed affidavit of HomeEducation Program approved by the countyand/or a signed affidavit from private schooladministrators.22
sfcc6. Parents are responsible for the cost of booksand transportation to the <strong>College</strong>.D. Orientation and Advising:1. All early-college/dual-enrolled students arerequired to complete an orientation. Orientationsession times will be coordinated throughSFCC Counseling/Advising. Parents andstudents will receive advance notification ofscheduled orientation dates and times. It is yourresponsibility to arrange to attend an orientationsession prior to registering for classes.EARLY ADMISSIONS/COLLEGE CREDIT PROGRAM - Ifyou are an eligible secondary school student, you are ableto enroll in the <strong>College</strong> on a full-time basis in courses thatare creditable to the high school diploma and the associateor baccalaureate degree through early admission (a form ofearly college/dual enrollment).ADMISSION TO SELECTIVE PROGRAMS - Admissionto some programs is selective as a result of limited spaceor other special requirements. You are admitted to theseprograms based on the date your completed application isreceived and when you have met all program requirements.If you are interested in the following selective programs, youshould contact the appropriate department for applicationforms and entry requirements either in person or by calling.• Correctional OfficerPublic Service Academy (863) 784-7280• CosmetologyCosmetology Department (863) 784-7143• Dental AssistantDental Education (863) 784-7021Allied Health advisor (863) 784-7290• Dental HygieneDental Education (863) 784-7021Allied Health advisor (863) 784-7290• Emergency Medical TechnicianEmergency Medical Department (863) 784-7272Allied Health advisor (863) 784-7290• Fire Science TechnologyFire Science Service Department (863) 784-7272• Honors ProgramDirector of the Honors Program(863) 784-7247• Law EnforcementPublic Service Academy (863) 784-7280• NursingNursing Department (863) 784-7<strong>11</strong>8Allied Health advisor (863) 784-7290• ParamedicEmergency Medical Department(863) 784-7272Allied Health advisor (863) 784-7290• RadiographyAllied Health advisor (863) 784-729023
sfccADMISSION AND PROGRAM SUPPORT DOCUMENTS -The following chart summarizes the supporting documentsrequired for the various categories of eligibility (to be sent tothe Admissions Office). All transcripts must be sent directlyfrom the high school or college to the SFCC AdmissionsOffice; copies will not be recognized as official. If you area degree-seeking applicant, you will be notified in writing ofyour acceptance.Admissions Support DocumentsA.A. Degree X X X 4 X 1 X 2Adult High School X X XAdvance Technical Diploma X X X 4A.S./A.A.S. Degree X X X 4 X 1 X 2<strong>College</strong> Credit Certificate X X X 4 X 1 X 2Early Admissions X X X X 2 X XH.S. Dual Enrollment-<strong>College</strong> Credit X X X 2 X XH.S. Dual Enrollment-Occupational X X X X XInternational Students X X X X 1 X 2 X X XNon-Degree X X X 2 X 2 X 2Occupational Certificate X X XApplication FormResidency Affidavit (on application)<strong>College</strong> Transcript(s)H.S. Transcript or equivalent<strong>College</strong> Placement Tests (CPT/ACT/SAT)School's RecommendationTOEFL ScoreTests of Adult Basic Education (TABE)Certificate of Financial AbilitySupplemental FormsProgram Support DocumentsAssociate Degree Nurse* X X X 4 X 1 X 2Dental Assistant* X X X X XDental Hygiene* X X X X X 2 XHonors Program* X X X 4 X 1 X 3 XLicensed Practical Nurse* X X X X 1 X 3 XTeacher Re-certification* X X X*Program support documents.Teaching CertificateNOTES1. Required prior to advisement and registration for first term from each college or university attended.2. Required of all students planning to pursue a degree or enroll in college-level courses. (See exceptionsunder placement testing section.)3. Cutoff scores used for acceptance into program.4. You must submit proof of high school completion or college credits prior to advisement/registration for yourfirst term at SFCC.24
sfccINTERNATIONAL STUDENTS - You are classified as aninternational student when you are an alien (non-United<strong>State</strong>s citizen) who has a valid student visa and any otherforms required by the U.S. Citizenship and ImmigrationServices.If you are an applicant who is foreign born but has residentalien status, been granted amnesty, been accepted as arefugee and/or an asylum-seeker, you are not consideredan international student and must present proof of statusand <strong>Florida</strong> residency in order to be admitted and enrolledin degree, certificate, or adult education programs. Contactthe Admissions Office at (863) 784-7140 for additionalinformation.Admission of International Students - File requiredapplication papers and credentials including admissionstest scores (ACT or SAT) at least three months prior tothe term for which you plan to register. Required formsand credentials include:1. A completed Application for Admission.2. Official copies of all secondary school and collegerecords in the original language and certifiedtranslations into the English language by atranslation certifying organization. Transcripts mustbe evaluated, at your expense, on a documentby-documentbasis and must show the equivalentof a U.S. high school diploma. A list of certifyingorganizations is provided in the internationaladmissions packet.When all required forms and credentials have beenreceived, SFCC will issue the student an I-20 form forobtaining a student visa. International students mustmeet all other admission requirements.RESIDENT INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS - You willbe classified as a resident or non-resident for the purposeof assessing tuition fees in public community colleges anduniversities (Section 1009.21, <strong>Florida</strong> Statutes, and Rule6A-10.044).I. Definitions under this section:A . “Parent” means the natural or adoptive parent orlegal guardian of a dependent person.B. “Dependent” means you are living with your parent;you are eligible to be claimed by your parent as adependent under the Federal Income Tax Code.C. “Institution of Higher Education” means any of theconstituent institutions under the jurisdiction of the<strong>State</strong> University System or the <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>College</strong>System.D. “Legal Resident” means you have maintainedyour residence in this state for at least 12 monthspreceding the first day of classes of the term inwhich you seek <strong>Florida</strong> residency.E. “Resident for Tuition Purposes” means you qualifyas provided in subsection (II) for the resident tuitionrate.3. Current evidence of proficiency in speaking,writing, and understanding the English languageby submitting scores on the Test of English asa Foreign Language (TOEFL) which is requiredwhen your native language is not English. TOEFLis administered by the Educational Testing Service(ETS), P.O. Box 6151, Princeton, New Jersey08541-6151, U.S.A., at a number of sites worldwide.The telephone number is (609) 771-7100. (Thecode for SFCC is #5666.) You are responsible formaking arrangements directly with ETS to take theexamination and for requesting those results to besent to the Admissions Office at SFCC. You musthave a score of at least 500 on the paper versionand 173 on the Internet version of the TOEFL.4. Provide a certified declaration of finances thatindicates that you will have sufficient funds to pay fullmatriculation and tuition fees, textbooks, and livingand transportation expenses. The funds must beavailable to you each term of enrollment. Estimatedexpenses for a 12-month period are $20,765 U.S.dollars.5. Provide proof of standard health insurance for theentire period of enrollment at the <strong>College</strong>. SFCCdoes not provide health and medical services.II.F. “Non-resident for Tuition Purposes” means you donot qualify for the resident tuition rate.To qualify as a resident for tuition purposes:A . You, or if you are a dependent, your parent(s), musthave established and maintained legal residencein this state for at least 12 consecutive monthsimmediately prior to your qualification. A copy ofyour (or your parent’s) most recent tax return orother documentation may be requested to establishdependence/independence.B. You or your parents (if a dependent) will be required tomake a statement as to the length of your residencein the state. If you are a dependent, the presence ofyour parent(s) in the state during the past 12 monthswas, for the purpose of maintaining a permanentresidence rather than for the purpose of maintaininga mere temporary residence or abode incident toenrollment in an institution of higher education. <strong>Florida</strong>statute requires that you demonstrate 12-monthsof continuance residency solely for the purpose ofmaintaining permanent residency.C. You may qualify as a resident for tuition purposes ifyou live with an adult relative who has maintainedlegal residence in <strong>Florida</strong> for at least 12 consecutive25
sfccmonths immediately prior to your qualification,provided you have resided continuously with thisrelative for five years immediately prior to yourqualification. The adult relative must have exercisedday-to-day care, supervision, and control over you.D. If you are a dependent whose parents are residentsof <strong>Florida</strong> and divorced, separated, or otherwiseliving apart, your legal residence will be deemed tobe this state.III. You will not be classified as a resident for tuitionpurposes and will not be eligible to receive the residenttuition rate until you have provided clear and convincingdocumentation related to legal residence.IV. Living or attending school in <strong>Florida</strong> does not establisha legal residency for tuition purposes. Maintaining alegal residence in <strong>Florida</strong> requires substantial physicalpresence as a condition.V. You will be considered eligible to establish <strong>Florida</strong>residency for tuition purposes, if you are a non-U.S.citizen such as a permanent resident, parolee, asylumseeker,refugee, or other permanent status person(i.e., conditional permanent residents and temporaryresidents), who has applied to and has been approved bythe U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)with no date certain for departure. For a list of eligiblevisa categories, contact the Admissions Office.A . You will not be precluded from establishing ormaintaining legal residence in this state andsubsequently qualifying or continuing to qualify asa resident for tuition purposes solely by reason ofmarriage to a person domiciled outside this state,even when your spouse continues to be domiciledoutside of this state, provided you maintain yourlegal residence in this state.B. You will not be determined to have establishedor maintained a legal residence in this state andsubsequently to have qualified or continued to qualifyas a resident for tuition purposes solely by reason ofmarriage to a person who resides in this state.C. If you are married, making a determination of yourresidency, irrespective of gender, will include the factof the marriage and the place of residence of yourspouse.VI. If you are a non-resident, who marries a legal residentof this state or marries a person who later becomes alegal resident, you may, upon becoming a legal residentof this state (and relinquishing all legal ties to any otherstate), accede to the benefit of the spouse’s immediatelyprecedent duration as a legal resident for purposes ofsatisfying the 12-month duration requirement of thissection.VII. You will not lose your resident status for tuition purposessolely by reason of serving, or, if you are a dependent, byreason of your parent’s or parents’ serving, in the ArmedForces outside this state.VIII. If you have been properly classified as a resident for tuitionpurposes but, while enrolled in an institution of highereducation in this state, you lose your resident tuition statusbecause you (or if you are a dependent, your parent orparents) establish domicile or legal residence elsewhere,you shall continue to enjoy the resident tuition rate for astatutory grace period, which period shall be measuredfrom the date on which the circumstances arose thatculminated in the loss of resident tuition status and shallcontinue for 12 months. However, if the 12-month graceperiod ends during an academic term for which you areenrolled, such grace period shall be extended to the endof that academic term.IX. If you cease to be enrolled at or graduate from aninstitution of higher education while classified as aresident for tuition purposes and subsequently abandonyour domicile in this state, you will be permitted tore-enroll at an institution of higher education in this stateas a resident for tuition purposes without the necessityof meeting the 12-month duration requirement of thissection whether you have re-established your domicilein this state within 12 months of such abandonment andcontinuously maintained the re-established domicileduring the period of enrollment.X. You will be classified as a resident for tuition purposes(documentary evidence is always required when, inthe judgment of the reviewing officials, inconsistencieswith <strong>Florida</strong> residency for tuition purposes appear in theapplication materials and documents):A . if you are an active duty member of the armedservices of the United <strong>State</strong>s residing or stationed in<strong>Florida</strong> (and spouse/dependent children) or militarypersonnel not stationed in <strong>Florida</strong> whose home ofrecord or state of legal residence certificate, DDForm 2058, is <strong>Florida</strong>;B. if you are a full-time instructional and administrativepersonnel employed by state public schools,colleges, and institutions of higher education, asdefined in <strong>Florida</strong> Statute 1000.04 and your spousesand dependent children;C. if you are a student enrolled in the <strong>Florida</strong> Prepaid<strong>College</strong> Program;D. if you are a full-time employee of a state agency ora political subdivision of the state when your feesare paid by the state agency or political subdivisionfor the purpose of job related law enforcement orcorrections training;E. if you have attended a <strong>Florida</strong> public high schoolfor four consecutive years immediately prior tohigh school graduation and you enroll in a <strong>Florida</strong>26
sfccinstitution of higher education within 12 monthsof graduating from a <strong>Florida</strong> public high school,provided that you:1. are a U.S. citizen or are in another category ofeligible aliens as specified in residency rulesand regulations, and2. submit the high school transcript prior to initialenrollment.XI. Residency Reclassification Determination. If you areclassified as a nonresident for tuition purposes, youmay become eligible for reclassification as a residentfor tuition purposes by presenting a minimum of three(3) documents identified in F.S. 1009.21(3)(c)(1) or1009.21(3)(c)(2), that convincingly demonstrate theestablishment of your permanent legal residence in<strong>Florida</strong> other than for the sole purpose of pursuinga postsecondary education. Documentation mustdemonstrate that you have maintained legal residencein <strong>Florida</strong> for at least twelve (12) consecutive monthsprior to your initial enrollment in an institution of highereducation. You may also be eligible for reclassificationunder the following circumstances:A. You have documentation of permanent full-timeemployment in <strong>Florida</strong> for at least thirty (30) hoursper week for a twelve- (12) month period while notenrolled in a public postsecondary institution in<strong>Florida</strong>; orB. You have purchased a home in <strong>Florida</strong> andresidence therein for the twelve (12) month periodwhile not enrolled in a public postsecondaryinstitution in <strong>Florida</strong>.XII. Residency Appeal Process. If you are otherwise unableto qualify for in-state classification by the guidelinesposted in the <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>, you may submit apetition to the Residency Appeals Committee in theRegistrar’s Office. You must include documentationevidencing the grounds on which the appeal for in-stateclassification is based. Petition forms are availableat any campus or center and on the SFCC Web site.The Residency Appeals Committee will render a finalresidency determination in writing that includes thereason for the determination.TESTINGPlacement Testing - If you enroll in the A.A., A.S., orA.A.S. degree programs and some certificate programs,you must, by state law, have college placement test scoreson file or take the placement test given by the <strong>College</strong> asa part of the admissions procedure. This placement testincludes mathematics, reading, and English languageskills.You are not required to take the test, if you:• have an A.A. degree or higher;• are non-degree seeking;• are registering for <strong>11</strong> credit hours or fewer (collegelevelmath and English courses require placement testscores);• are a transfer student who has completed all requiredcollege-level English and math courses; or• have records that indicate you have already taken oneof the state-mandated tests within the last two years.The placement test is not a pass/fail test. Studentsare encouraged to review before the test. Reviewmaterials are available on the Testing Center Web pageat www.southflorida.edu. You should contact theCounseling/Advising Office for interpretation of placementscores. SFCC advisors use test results to determine youracademic level upon entering and to place you in theproper course selections.The placement tests accepted by SFCC are thosedesignated by the <strong>State</strong> Board of Education. These are thecollege entrance exam of the American <strong>College</strong> TestingProgram (ACT), the Scholastic Aptitude Test or <strong>College</strong>Board Test. (SAT), and the <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>College</strong> Entry LevelPlacement Test (FCELPT). Placement scores that areover two years old at the time of admission with no courseenrollment cannot be accepted.If you have not met the <strong>State</strong> Board of Educationplacement scores on any part of the ACT or SAT I, youmust take the respective part or parts of college placementtest.If you have college placement test scores that are belowthe 9.0 grade equivalent level scores, you must takethe Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE) in orderto determine your appropriate program (see “<strong>College</strong>Developmental Course Rule” in this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>).GED Testing - Please see Adult Education Section ofthis <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.<strong>College</strong> Credit Certificate Testing - For advising purposes,if you enroll in a college credit certificate program, you musttake the TABE.If you have an A.A.S. degree or higher, or have scoresat or above the state minimum acceptable scores on theACT, SAT I, or college placement test within the pasttwo years, you are exempt from college credit placementtesting and from the TABE requirement. Ref. <strong>State</strong> BoardRule 6A-10.040.Occupational Certificate Testing - If you are inoccupational certificate programs of 450 or more hours,you are required to take the TABE or any other testdesignated by the <strong>State</strong> Department of Education. If youhave a high school diploma or if you are a dual-enrolledhigh school student, you must complete this testing27
sfccrequirement prior to registration. If you do not have adiploma, you must complete the test prior to registration(<strong>Florida</strong> Statute 1004.91).If you do not meet the minimum basic skills gradelevel for your occupational program, you will be giventhe opportunity to upgrade your skills in reading andmathematics before the completion of your occupationalprogram. If you score below 7.0 on TABE, you may berequired to enroll in Adult Basic Education classes prior toenrolling in technical courses. You must meet the minimumbasic skills grade level for your occupational program inorder to be eligible for an occupational certificate. Ref.<strong>State</strong> Board Rule 6A-6.0571.If you are a new student, you must provide TABEscores that are less than two years old at the time ofyour admission. If the occupational program basic skillsstandards are at or above the 9.0 grade level, youmust provide Level A, Complete Battery, TABE scores.Programs with standards below 9.0 grade level mayprovide either A or D level TABE scores.Some limited access programs require that you meetminimum basic skills requirements prior to entry into theprogram. You should consult the schedule so that you cancomplete all requirements prior to class start dates andadmission to the program.Assessment Testing - The Testing Center schedulesand administers assessment batteries to students andadults at all levels who are referred by counselors,teachers, or community agencies. Different types of testsare administered in order to assist with career planning,occupational rehabilitation, learning problems, andacademic or occupational planning. Tests such as interest,aptitude, dexterity, work samples, basic skills, etc. maybe given. A fee schedule determines the cost of thesetest batteries. Most fees are waived for enrolled students.Written reports provide information to students andcounselors to assist in future planning. See a counseloror advisor for an individualized assessment.TRANSFER STUDENTSIf you are a degree-seeking student, you must havean official transcript sent from each institution of highereducation attended to the Admissions Office prior toadvisement/registration for your first term at SFCC.An evaluation of credit course transferability is madesoon after you are admitted to SFCC and the officialtranscript is received. A written evaluation will be mailedto you. If you wish to apply for academic amnesty, seepage 52. Placement test scores within the last two yearsare required, unless you have completed a college-levelEnglish and/or math course prior to entry to SFCC.Transfer credit is defined as follows (criteria will applywhere relevant):1. If you are admitted in good standing or on probation,you will receive credit for freshman and sophomorelevel courses in which you have made a grade ofD or higher at another college or university, exceptfor courses used as writing and computation courserequirements, provided the courses are relevant tothe instructional program of SFCC (see Writing andComputation Course Requirements in this <strong>College</strong><strong>Catalog</strong>).2. If you are a transfer student, admitted on probation, andfail to earn a 2.0 GPA on work attempted during yourfirst term at SFCC, you will be subject to suspension(See Academic Suspension).3. All incoming transfer credit is evaluated by theRegistrar’s Office/Admissions and Records basedon several criteria. All lower-division credits awardedby a regionally accredited agency transfer to SFCC.If the credits were awarded by a non-regionallyaccredited agency or by an institution that is not partof the state-wide articulation agreements, then theregistrar and appropriate faculty/department chairswill evaluate each course individually and will makea decision regarding equivalency based on availabledocuments. To ensure that the transfer course is fullyequivalent to that taught by SFCC, you must submitthe following: the course description in the catalog ofthe awarding institution, a copy of each course syllabusthat indicates textbooks and course requirements, andeducational credentials of the instructor.TRANSIENT STUDENTSSFCC Students Attending Another <strong>College</strong> - If youattend another college or university as a transient studentand apply the courses taken from another college oruniversity to the program of study at SFCC, you musthave completed 15 credit hours at SFCC and have priorapproval from the dean of student services or designee.NOTE: Transient students should apply for approval totake coursework at other institutions at www.facts.org.Other <strong>College</strong> Students Attending SFCC - If you arecurrently enrolled at another college or university and wishto take courses from SFCC and apply the credit earnedto a program at your home institution, you must obtain atransient student approval form from your institution. Thisapproval will ensure that you are registering for appropriatecourses at SFCC which will be accepted by your homeinstitution. Completion of the form permits you to attendSFCC without submitting transcripts and/or taking theplacement test from SFCC.28
sfccADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATIONAdult EducationAdult Basic Education (ABE) and General Educational Development (GED) ClassesEnglish for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)Adult High SchoolSFCC Adult High School Early <strong>College</strong> ProgramCommunity EducationLeadership HighlandsLifetime Learners InstituteHeartland Senior GamesRetired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)The Artists’ Group (TAG)Parents, Children, and DivorceDriver Education ProgramsAlcohol Drug Accident Prevention Training (ADAPT)Safe Driving Accident Prevention Program (SDAPP)8-Hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI)Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI)Youth Enrichment ProgramsSummer Youth Enrichment ProgramACT/SAT Prep29
sfccAdult EducationThe Adult Education programs at SFCC provide students witha range of educational services to improve basic reading,math, and writing skills; complete a high school diploma; orimprove English language communication. Students mustbe at least 16 years old to access these programs of study.Classes do not necessarily follow the SFCC academiccalendar and are offered year-round at a variety of class sites.You may start classes at any time during the year.Adult Basic Education (ABE) and General EducationalDevelopment (GED) Classes - These classes are designedto help GED students improve basic skills and to preparefor the GED exam. Course instruction covers readingcomprehension, mathematics, writing, science, social studiesand consumer education. You must take the Tests of AdultBasic Education (TABE) in order to register for any ABE orGED course. Once you complete the GED program, you willearn a <strong>State</strong> of <strong>Florida</strong> High School Diploma.Requirements to Earn a <strong>State</strong> of <strong>Florida</strong> High SchoolDiploma:1. Earn scores of <strong>11</strong>.0 or higher in the Reading, Math, andLanguage sections of the TABE.2. Pre-GED scores of 450 in each section and a compositescore of 2300*.3. GED composite score of 2250, with a minimum scoreof 410 on each subtest (average score of 450).* Sixteen and 17 year-old students must complete the waiverprogram before proceeding to the GED examFor graduation ceremony procedures, see “Student Information“section of this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) -TheESOL Program prepares you to communicate effectivelyin contemporary American English. The courses aredesigned to be interactive and include many opportunitiesfor you to practice listening, reading, speaking and writingthe English language. The curriculum also focuses ongrammar, pronunciation and accent reduction, readingcomprehension, vocabulary, and interactive listeningskills that are applicable and transferable to daily life. OurEnglish language immersion classrooms, in conjunctionwith educational activities and materials designed for adultlearners, engage learners at every level and enhancethe learning experience. The program includes modelsto enhance skills useful in workplace, life and academicapplications.You will start by taking the CASAS assessment. It isrecommended that students attain a score of 6 on theCASAS before advancing to the ABE or GED program, ortransitioning into a college program. The Advanced ESOLclass allows a seamless transition to Adult Education and/or other courses of study.A citizenship class is offered to assist you, if eligible,through the application process and prepares you for theoral and written examination in the U.S. Citizenship andImmigration Services interview. Lessons on AmericanHistory, Civics, and Geography prepare you to demonstrateyour knowledge of U.S. government. In addition to reading,writing, and speaking the English language, you will learnabout the other requirements for citizenship.For your convenience, classes are offered year-round ata variety of locations and hours in Highlands and Hardeecounties. You must be at least 16 years old to register andyou may register at any time during the year.Adult High School - The SFCC Adult High School programis open to students who have earned at least 10 high schoolcredits and have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 orhigher. Students must earn 24 high school credits, maintain a2.0 grade point average, and earn passing scores on requiredstatewide, standardized end-of-course (EOC) assessmentsto complete the diploma requirements. Upon completion ofthe program, students earn a SFCC High School Diploma.SFCC High School Diploma Credit Requirements:EnglishMathematicsScienceSocial ScienceOccupational/Fine ArtsLife ManagementElectives4 credits4 credits (including Geometry,Algebra I and II)3 credits (including Biology Iand Chemistry or Physics)3 credits to include:1 American History½ Economics½ American Government1 World History1 credit½ credit8 ½ creditsFor graduation ceremony procedures, see “Student Information“section of this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.SFCC Adult High School Early <strong>College</strong> Program - TheEarly <strong>College</strong> Program is open to students who meet thestandard SFCC Adult High School requirements, but whoalso have a 3.0 grade point average and college placementtest scores of 83 in Reading, 83 in Sentence Skills, and 77 inElementary Algebra or equivalent scores on either the SAT orACT. This program allows academically advanced students toearn college credit while completing a high school diploma.30
sfccCommunity EducationSFCC offers an array of non-credit personal enrichmentcourses designed to enhance your quality of life or to improveyour competencies. You may choose from numerous courses,workshops, seminars, special programs, and other enrichingeducational experiences provided to meet your needs andinterests. You may schedule your instruction at varioustimes and locations. Classes include, but are not limitedto, art, conversational Spanish, hands-on computer labs,healthy living, creative writing, genealogy, Tai Chi, aerobics,tennis, cooking, Nautilus weight training, and aquabics. AllCommunity Education classes are fee supported; therefore,the cost varies with the duration of the programs and materialsinvolved.Leadership Highlands - The Leadership Highlands programhas been developing local leaders since the pilot classgraduated in 2000. The mission of the Leadership Highlandsprogram is to develop leaders with a thorough understandingof, and strong sense of commitment to, Highlands Countyand an appreciation for the strength found in our County’sabundant diversities.Founded and nurtured by the three Highlands Countychambers of commerce and select alumni, who comprisethe Leadership Highlands Advisory Board, the goals ofthe program are to acquaint the participants with theinfrastructure, agencies and economic enterprises that existin Highlands County; to expose the participants to the rangeof needs in the community and to identify the resourcesavailable to meet those needs; to provide participants theopportunity to meet and exchange ideas with each otherand existing community leaders, so as to learn from thebackgrounds and perspectives of one another; and toencourage civic participation and volunteer involvement inthe community.Each graduating class includes an orientation in August, aretreat in September, nine monthly themed sessions thatinclude an overnight trip to Tallahassee, and a graduationceremony in June. For information about enrollment orparticipation, please contact the Community EducationDirector at (863) 784-7392.lifestyles, and to inspire those who do not. The games areheld annually in March, and are sanctioned by the <strong>Florida</strong>Sports Foundation. The top five finalists in each age categoryand each gender qualify to compete in the <strong>Florida</strong> SeniorGames <strong>State</strong> Championships.Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) - RSVP ispart of Senior Corps, a network of national service programsthat supports the engagement of nearly 500,000 Americansage 55 and older in service to meet critical needs incommunities across the nation. Senior corps is administeredby the Corporation for National and Community Service andis sponsored locally by SFCC. RSVP provides volunteerplacement in over 50 non-profit, public community agencies,and health care facilities across Highlands County. As anRSVP Volunteer, you will receive free volunteer placement;the opportunity to use your experience and skills whilemaking new friends; supplemental accident and liabilityinsurance; recognition, and the ongoing satisfaction ofknowing you are making a difference in our community.Please contact the RSVP office at (863) 784-7189 for moreinformation about volunteer opportunities.The Artists’ Group (TAG) - TAG is a group of local artistswho meet regularly at The Hotel Jacaranda to develop theirindividual talents, and to promote an appreciation of art andartistic expression. This member-centered program offersa forum for individual and creative artistic collaboration, aswell as a venue for art instruction and display. For moreinformation, call the Community Education Department at(863) 784-7392.Parents, Children, and Divorce - The Parents, Children,and Divorce class meets the <strong>Florida</strong> Statute requirements forparents with minor children who seek a divorce in <strong>Florida</strong>. Itfocuses on the concerns you have regarding your decisionsin divorce, and the impact this process will have on your childor children. You will learn effective ways of communicatingwith each other and of making decisions that are in the bestinterests of your child or children. SFCC is the designatedprovider of this training for DeSoto, Hardee, and Highlandscounties. This four-hour course is offered monthly.Lifetime Learners Institute - The Lifetime Learners Instituteis a series of offerings that provide short-term educationalopportunities and various social activities for individualsinterested in expanding their intellectual horizons. Lectures,discussions, presentations, and optional field trips providethe structure for the program. Series presenters arealways welcome to share their expertise. Please contactthe Community Education Office at (863) 784-7392 forinformation about becoming an adjunct instructor.Heartland Senior Games - The purpose of the HeartlandSenior Games is to promote physical fitness, good health,and a competitive spirit among adults over 50 who live active31
sfccDriver Education Programs - SFCC offers a variety of driverimprovement programs at four sites within the tri-county area.Alcohol Drug Accident Prevention Training (ADAPT) -This four-hour course is required of all first-time applicantsfor a driver’s license who have not completed a <strong>Florida</strong>Department of Education - approved driver educationcourse. This course focuses on <strong>Florida</strong>’s traffic laws andthe consequences of substance abuse and its effects onyour ability to drive responsibly.Safe Driving Accident Prevention Program (SDAPP) -If you have received a traffic citation, you may register forthe Safe Driving Accident Prevention Program. Successfulcompletion of this four-hour course may prevent you fromreceiving points or paying the full civil penalty.Both ADAPT and SDAPP classes are available in theSpanish language.8-Hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) - This courseis required, if you have received two traffic citations in aone-year period.Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI) - Advanced DriverImprovement is a required course, if you have accumulatedsufficient points to result in license suspension. This12-hour course concentrates on providing you with thetools to develop positive attitudes and behaviors whilemaintaining control of a motor vehicle.Youth Enrichment Programs - SFCC offers a variety ofeducational and entertaining activities for youth of all ages.Summer Youth Enrichment Program - The SummerYouth Enrichment Program invites young students toapply skills in an interactive environment. The programincludes classes focusing on technology, science,drama, math, and reading. Students also participate instructured games and supervised free time at the pool.Teens can participate in a leadership program whichfocuses on character, interpersonal communicationsskills, and group dynamics.ACT/SAT Prep - Throughout the year classes are offeredto help students prepare for the ACT and SAT tests.32
sfccSPECIAL PROGRAMS, COURSES, AND SERVICESAccelerated /Alternative EducationAdvanced Placement Credit (AP)<strong>College</strong> Level Examination Program (CLEP)Credit Awarded for Armed Services Educational ExperiencesCredit for ExperienceDirected/Special Independent StudyElectronic (Distance) Learning (eLearning)AsynchronousMixed-Mode/HybridVideo Conference (Two-Way Interactive Televised Courses - 2xTV)Web-EnhancedCooperative Education (Co-op) and Job PlacementBaccalaureate and Graduate Degree ProgramsCorporate and Continuing Education Programs33
sfccAccelerated/AlternativeEducationSFCC offers many programs to help you meet your individualeducational goals and needs. The <strong>College</strong> also providesspecialized services for business and industry.SFCC provides a number of options to assist you inaccelerating your program of study or gaining credit throughalternative methods. A maximum number of 45 credit hoursmay be earned toward graduation requirements throughindependent study, challenge exams, and other accelerated/alternative education mechanisms. (Writing and computationcourse requirements must be met.) These options include:Advanced Placement Credit (AP) - is awarded uponsubmission of the AP test results from the <strong>College</strong> EntranceExamination Board with scores of 5, 4, or 3. (Send an officialcopy of AP scores to the Registrar’s Office.)<strong>College</strong> Level Examination Program (CLEP) - You mayearn college credit by scoring above minimum required levelson CLEP tests. No more than six credits can be transferredin each of the following areas: English, Humanities,Mathematics, Natural Sciences, and Social Science - History.You may receive credit for courses with a letter grade of Sindicating satisfactory completion. Earned CLEP credits arenot computed in GPAs. CLEP application fees and additionalinformation are available in the Testing Center.Advanced Placement (AP)Credit-by-Exam EquivalenciesCourseExam Title Score Crs. EquivalentBiology 3 3 BSC 1005C4 4 BSC 1010C5 8 BSC 1010C andBSC 10<strong>11</strong>CCalculus AB 3 4 MAC 23<strong>11</strong>Calculus BC 3 4 MAC 23<strong>11</strong>4 8 MAC 23<strong>11</strong> and 2312Chemistry 3 4 CHM 1025C4 4 CHM 2045C5 8 CHM 2045C and2046CEnglish Literature 3 3 ENC <strong>11</strong>014 6 ENC <strong>11</strong>01 andeither ENC <strong>11</strong>02or LIT 1005English Language 3 3 ENC <strong>11</strong>014 6 ENC <strong>11</strong>01 and <strong>11</strong>02Government: U.S. 3 3 POS 1041Psychology 3 3 PSY 2012U.S. History 3 3 AMH Elective4 6 AMH 1010 and 1020Exam TitleCLEP ExaminationsMinimum CourseScore Crs. EquivalentAccounting, Financial 50 3 ACG 2001*Algebra, <strong>College</strong> 50 3 MAC <strong>11</strong>05*American Government 50 3 POS 1041*American Literature 50 3 Elective credit55 6 AML <strong>2010</strong> and 2020Analyzing and InterpretingLiteratureNone*Biology, General 50 3 BSC 1005Business Law, Intro to 50 3 BUL 2241*Calculus with ElementaryFunctions 50 3 MAC 2233*Chemistry, General 50 3 Elective creditEducational Psychology,Introduction to 50 3 Elective credit*<strong>College</strong> Composition 50 6 ENC <strong>11</strong>01 and <strong>11</strong>02*British Literature 50 3 Elective credit55 6 ENL 2012 and 2022*French 50 4 FRE <strong>11</strong>2059 8 FRE <strong>11</strong>20 and <strong>11</strong>21<strong>College</strong> CompositionModularNone*German 50 4 Languageelective credit63 8 Languageelective credit*History of the United<strong>State</strong>s I 50 3 AMH 1010*History of the United<strong>State</strong>s II 50 3 AMH 1020*Human Growth andDevelopment 50 3 DEP 1004*HumanitiesNone*Information Systems andComputer Applications 50 3 CGS 1077*Macroeconomics 50 3 ECO 2013Management, Principles of 50 3 MAN 2021Marketing, Principles of 50 3 MAR 20<strong>11</strong>*Mathematics, <strong>College</strong> 50 3 MGF <strong>11</strong>07*Microeconomics 50 3 ECO 2023Natural ScienceNone*Pre-calculus 50 3 MAC <strong>11</strong>40*Psychology, Introductory 50 3 PSY 2012Social Science and HistoryNone*Sociology, Introductory 50 3 SYG 2000*Spanish 50 4 SPN <strong>11</strong>2063 8 SPN <strong>11</strong>20 and <strong>11</strong>21*Western Civilization I 50 3 EUH 1000*Western Civilization II 50 3 EUH 1001*Eligible for use with Bright Futures Scholarship students.Minimum acceptable scores are subject to changewithout notice.34
sfccCredit Awarded for Armed Services Educational Experiences- In recognition of the advanced academic andtechnical content of many military education experiences,SFCC will grant credit for military education that has beenevaluated and recommended as suitable for post-secondarycredit by the American Council on Education’s (ACE)Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences inthe Armed Services. After enrollment in the <strong>College</strong>,you may initiate the request for such credit by providingappropriate documentation as determined by the <strong>College</strong>.Recommendations in the ACE Guide are advisory in natureand are not binding upon the <strong>College</strong>.Credit for Experience - If you are a degree- or certificateseekingstudent wishing to earn credits through theassessment of prior learning process, you should contactthe registrar or call (863) 784-7139 for details. If you arecurrently enrolled at SFCC, you are also eligible to requestassessment.You may have gained knowledge and skills through lifeexperiences which are equivalent to those taught in collegecourses. The registrar will assist you in identifying applicableknowledge and skills, assess the skills, and award credit asappropriate up to a maximum of 30 hours of college creditor half the length of the program, whichever is less, or 600clock hours (20 occupational credits), or half the length ofthe program, whichever is less. In all situations however, youmust complete a minimum of 15 credit hours or its equivalentin residence at SFCC. All graduation requirements must bemet. If a faculty evaluation is required, a fee will be assessed.Directed/Special Independent Study (DIS)/(SIS) - If youwish to take a course (except for college developmentalcourses) by Directed or Special Independent Study (DIS)/(SIS), you must secure a request form from the Registrar’sOffice and submit it to the appropriate chair and dean forapproval. Upon approval, an instructor will be assigned.Directed Independent Study (DIS) courses are speciallydesigned to allow you to pursue particular topics withina specific academic discipline under the guidance of aqualified instructor.Special Independent Study (SIS) is a way to completean existing course through independent study. An SIS ispermitted when a course was canceled due to insufficientenrollment, when you are unable to register for a neededcourse because of documented reasons beyond yourcontrol, and/or you are in your last term and a courserequired for graduation is not offered.The maximum number of hours allowed by independentstudy is 15 hours. Once properly documented, independentstudy status is begun only upon approval of the divisiondean, department chair, and the college instructor selected tosupervise the study. The instructor specifies the requirementsto be completed including tests, periodic class attendance,term papers, etc. The regular grading system applies to allIndependent Study students. Grades earned by IndependentStudy have the same status as those acquired throughregular class attendance. If you take a course throughIndependent Study, you must register for the specific coursesection in the regular manner.Electronic (Distance) Learning (eLearning) - SFCC offersyou the opportunity to receive instruction at a distance.Currently, four instructional delivery modes are in use. Eachinvolves at least some learning that takes place outsidethe traditional classroom setting. A self-test is available onour SFCC Web site that is designed to aid you in decidingwhether you are suited for eLearning and to assist you inchoosing the most appropriate type of eLearning courses.To complete this self-test, visit the SFCC “Online Learning”Web site and choose the link “Are you READI.” This self-testshould be completed prior to registering for any eLearningcourse and must be completed prior to the first day of classfor any eLearning student.SFCC provides you with an account in our online learningenvironment. This environment, called the “Panther Den,”includes access to your SFCC e-mail, news bulletins andcourse resources. To receive your username and password,contact an eLearning Department team member.The types of eLearning currently available are:• Asynchronous - More than 80 percent of the instructionof these courses is online. These courses use Web-basedinstruction, communication and collaboration. Coursesmay require proctored examinations, and may includeopportunities for face-to-face orientations, but there mayalso be no class attendance requirements. Check the“Schedule of Classes” for specific course attendancerequirements for each online course.• Mixed-Mode/Hybrid - More than 50 percent of theinstruction of these courses is online. These coursesmay include required classroom attendance andalternate eLearning delivery methods. Hybrid courseshave considerable instruction distributed over theInternet and/or via other eLearning delivery methods,which may replace some face-to-face class sessions.• Video Conference (Two-Way Interactive TelevisedCourses - 2xTV) - These are courses delivered in alive classroom and simultaneously transmitted to SFCCcampuses and center using television and telephoneequipment. You experience real time interactivitybetween the instructor and students at all sites.• Web-Enhanced - In addition to these formal coursedesignations, many courses involve some instructionand resources via course Web sites. Some courseshave their syllabi and course notes posted online, butthe course is otherwise a traditional face-to-face course.Enhanced with a variety of technology resources thesecourses have no classroom meeting time reduction, butthere are substantial Internet/electronic components.35
sfccCooperative Education (Co-op)andJob PlacementCooperative Education is a unique plan of educationalenrichment. It is designed to make your educational programmore relevant and meaningful by integrating classroomcurriculum with academically related periods of practicalexperience related to your major field of study and careerobjectives. The blend of classroom theory and practicalon-the-job training adds a vital extra dimension to the learningprocess.This program is called Cooperative Education (Co-op)because it involves a cooperative alliance between SFCC,employers, and you to define, implement, and monitor thisexceptional learning opportunity. Classroom learning issupported and reinforced by a series of working experiencesin business, industry, health, or public sector agencies. Youmay earn credit and grades while working in a position relatedto your academic and career goals. Co-op strengthensunderstanding, clarifies interests, supports personal growth,and enhances your professional preparation.You may work in your Co-op placement whether part time orfull time while attending college. This is called the PARALLELPLAN. Both the Cooperative Education/Job PlacementDirector and the faculty counselor/advisor in your chosendiscipline will work with you to locate a Co-op learning, paidor volunteer, experience that offers an appropriate educationaltraining. You may earn credit toward your associate’s degree oroccupational certificate; a maximum of 7 credit hours may beapplied toward meeting your associate’s degree requirements.Co-op Work Experience I: Available in most disciplines.Prerequisite: Completion of 12 credit hours of coursework,a minimum GPA of 2.0, satisfaction of employer workrequirements and approval by the Cooperative Education/Job Placement Director or faculty counselor/advisor. Firstwork experience in the Cooperative Education Program is ahands-on learning activity directly related to your academicmajor and career objective. Grade determined by CooperativeEducation/Job Placement Office, faculty counselor/advisor,or program manager.Co-op Work Experience II: Available in most disciplines.Prerequisite: Successful completion of Co-op WorkExperience I, a minimum GPA of 2.0, satisfaction of employerwork requirements and approval by the CooperativeEducation/Job Placement Director or faculty counselor/advisor. Second work experience is a continuation of Co-opWork Experience I, or a change in learning assignment withapproval by the Cooperative Education/Job Placement Office,faculty counselor/advisor, or program manager.• Auto Collision Repair (ARR)• Auto Technology (AER)• Biological Sciences (BSC)• Chemistry (CHM)• Child Development (CHD)• Computer Information Systems (CIS)• Computer Programming (COP)• Drafting and Design (ETD)• Education (EDG)• Electrical Distribution (EET)• Electronics (EER)• Environmental and Natural Sciences (EVS)• Finance and Investments (FIN)• General Business (GEB)*• Health Science (HSC)• History (HIS)• Humanities (HUM)• Interdisciplinary Studies (SLS)• Library Science (LIS)• Management (MAN)*• Mass Media Communications (MMC)• Mathematics (MAT)• Music (MUS)• Office Systems Technology (OST)• Philosophy and Logic (PHI)• Photography (PGY)• Physical Science (PSC)• Physics (PHY)• Political Science (POS)• Psychology (PSY)• Reading (REA)• Spanish (SPN)• Speech (SPC)*Check course description for prerequisites.The Cooperative Education/Job Placement Office or facultycounselor/advisor reserves the right to accept or refuse anyco-op placement.The Cooperative Education/Job Placement Office maintainsinformational resources to assist you in choosing careergoals, majors, colleges, and life directions, and to learn thesteps that lead toward those goals. Offered are user-friendlycomputerized assessments of a person’s interests, values,personality and other relevant factors. Other services include:job postings, employer recruiting, job fairs, career strategiesworkshops, fax, and electronic resume referral services.• Accounting (ACG)*• Air Conditioning (ACR)• Art and Graphic Design (ART)36
sfccBaccalaureate andGraduate Degree ProgramsThe SFCC University Center, established in July 1999,provides several baccalaureate and graduate programs tostudents who choose to seek a degree without moving awayfrom the area. Under this arrangement, SFCC has enteredinto partnerships with several universities to offer degrees onthe SFCC campus and using other delivery systems. Underthese 2+2 partnerships, you may complete the first two yearsof your education through the community college then entera University Center program to complete a baccalaureatedegree and a graduate degree. At the University Center(863) 784-7408, academic counseling, program information,and registration information is available. University Centerpartners are:• Barry University - Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration,Miami, FL, www.barry.edu• <strong>Florida</strong> Gulf Coast University - Bachelor’s degree inCriminal Justice, Fort Myers, FL, www.fgcu.edu• <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> University - Bachelor’s degrees in ComputerInformation Science and Interdisciplinary Social Sciences,Tallahassee, FL, www.fsu.edu• Hodges University - Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies,Naples, FL, www.hodges.edu• Saint Leo University - Bachelor’s degree in CriminalJustice, Saint Leo, FL, www.saintleo.edu• Strayer University - Bachelor’s degree in InformationTechnology, Tampa, FL, www.strayer.edu• University of <strong>Florida</strong> (Warrington <strong>College</strong> of Business)-Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration,Gainesville, FL, www.ufl.edu• University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> - Bachelor’s degrees inElementary Education and Master’s degrees in EducationLeadership and Reading, Tampa, FL, www.usf.edu• Warner University - Bachelor’s degree in OrganizationalManagement, Lake Wales, FL, www.warner.edu• Webber International University - Bachelor’s degreesin Accounting, Business Management, and HospitalityManagement, Babson Park, FL, www.webber.edu• Webster University - Master’s degrees in BusinessAdministration and Counseling, Lakeland, FL, www.webster.eduSeveral delivery methods are available. These includetraditional classroom study and various distance learningoptions.If you are a student enrolled in an A.A. program, you shoulddiscuss your options with your SFCC advisor. If you have 40or more credits, meet with your counselor/advisor or someonein the University Center to inform him or her of your intent toenter a local program. It is recommended that you also visitthe SFCC University Center to obtain admissions information,and pursue scholarships and financial aid options for theuniversity program you have chosen.NOTE: If you are a non-degree-seeking student interestedin upgrading your skills/knowledge or in certification/recertification in education or business, coursework is alsoavailable. For information, contact the SFCC University Centerat (863) 784-7408.Corporate and ContinuingEducation ProgramsYou can upgrade your skills, customize a program to trainyour employees, or find a location to present your own trainingevent through SFCC’s Corporate and Continuing Education(CCE), which is sometimes referred to as continuingworkforce education. CCE classes are taught at every SFCCcampus and center and online through Element K. Manyare available through the college’s strong partnerships withbusiness and community organizations, such as economicdevelopment commissions and chambers of commerce. CCEclasses may meet for a few hours or over several days. Youdon’t earn college credits, but through some classes you mayreceive the continuing education units you must completeeach year to maintain your professional accreditations,certifications, or state licenses. Each year, the list of CCEclasses continues to grow.Listed below are examples of training opportunities available:• Certified Crop Advisor Recertification• Code and Contractor’s Recertification Course• <strong>Florida</strong> Firefighters Recertification• Business and Computer Training• Bus Mechanic and Driver Training• Child Development Training• Commercial Drivers License Refresher and Exam• Nursing Continuing Education• Public Service Continuing Education• Health and Science Continuing Education• Element K Online TrainingVisit us online to see our class schedule and Web page atwww.southflorida.edu.For more information on CCE courses or developing a classfor your business, contact Corporate and Continuing Educationat (863) 784-7033 or (863) 784-7034.37
sfccFINANCIAL AND FINANCIAL AID INFORMATIONEstimated Costs of AttendanceStudents Living with ParentsStudents Living on Their OwnFeesStudent ObligationsFees for Adult General Education CoursesFees for Community Education CoursesInsurance FeesLab FeesTuition and Fee Deferment for VeteransFinancial AidEligibility Criteria for Federal Financial AidApplying for Financial AidTypes of Financial AidGrants, Scholarships, Work Study, Loans, and ServicesBorrowing BasicsWelfare Transition Services (WTS)SFCC and Other Financial Aid ProgramsScholarships, Work Study, Loans, and Grants, TIP PlanStandards of Academic ProgressSatisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)Regaining Eligibility Through Appeal ProcessStudent Rights and ResponsibilitiesRefundsRefund Policy38
sfccEstimated Costs of AttendanceFollowing are the estimated costs used by the Financial Aid Office to determine financial aid award amounts as required underfederal financial aid guidelines. This information is provided to assist you in planning your educational expenses.<strong>2010</strong>-20<strong>11</strong> Estimated Costs of Attendance - The amounts listed below are used for financial aid purposes and are estimated ineach category based on 15 credit hours in attendance for two terms. Actual costs may vary depending upon the type of program,number of hours enrolled, etc.For students living with parents:Tuition & Fees<strong>Florida</strong> Residents2,766Non Residents10,433Books/Supplies 994 994Room and Board 1,967 1,967Transportation Expense 1,793 1,793Misc./Personal 1,093 1,093TOTAL ESTIMATED COST $8,613 $16,280For students living on their own:Tuition & Fees<strong>Florida</strong> Residents2,766Non Residents10,433Books/Supplies 994 994Room and Board 5,821 5,821Transportation Expense 1,793 1,793Misc./Personal 1,724 1,724TOTAL ESTIMATED COST $13,098 $20,765FeesAll fees are due and payable on the day of registration, unless other arrangements are made before the class begins. Fees may bepaid by cash, check, Discover, MasterCard, Visa, or the Tuition Installment Payment (TIP) Plan. If you request loans or scholarships,you should contact the Financial Aid Office prior to registration to confirm the status of your request. All fees are subject to change.Student Obligations - If you have outstanding obligations with the <strong>College</strong>, you will be unable to receive further fee-basedservices from the <strong>College</strong> until your debts have been satisfied in full. Such services include transcript requests, registration, andlibrary services. All delinquent accounts may require an additional fee. Please note that:1. Fees depend on <strong>Florida</strong> residence status (see Admissions).2. Registration is not complete until fees are paid (cash, financial aid, etc.). It is your responsibility to complete this requirement.3. Fees to audit a course are the same as regular fees.4. Credit by examination fees are the same as regular fees.5. Fees may be changed at the discretion of the District Board of Trustees.6. You should bring sufficient funds to meet immediate needs. Personal checks are accepted only for the exact amount offees.7. Student debt will be collected from the first available funds in your name.8. Course fees are charged separately from costs of books and supplies. You should be prepared to make these paymentsseparately.9. Some courses include lab instruction which may require lab fees.10. Check term schedule for current list of fees.39
sfccFees for Adult General Education Courses:Adult Basic Education and GED Classes ...*No ChargeAdult High School Courses .........................*No ChargeEnglish for Speakers of OtherLanguages (ESOL).................................No Charge* <strong>Florida</strong> residents who have earned a high school diplomaor equivalency and score above the eighth-grade levelon the placement test will be charged a fee per contacthour. Non-resident students will be charged an additionalfee per contact hour. (Subject to change with legislation.Contact the Division of Adult and Community Educationfor additional information (863)784-7441).Fees for Community Education Courses - Fees forCommunity Education courses vary depending uponthe number of hours of instruction and are listed in eachclass activity announcement. Programs operated throughCommunity Education include:• Driver Education Program• Parents, Children and Divorce• Lifetime Learners InstitutePlease call the Community Education Office at (863)784-7388 for the schedule and fees.Insurance Fees - Several courses offered by SFCC requirethat you be insured while enrolled in the courses. Insurancefees are in addition to other special or lab fees. See Scheduleof Classes for current fees listings.Lab Fees - Many courses offered by SFCC require you touse expendable resources or special equipment. If you areenrolled in these courses, you will be charged a lab fee topay for these costs. To determine lab fees for courses, checkthe current Schedule of Courses distributed each term andavailable in the Admissions Office.Tuition and Fee Deferment for Veterans - If you are aveteran and have provided all required documents to beeligible to be certified for your educational benefits, youmay be permitted to defer your tuition and fees (no books orsupplies) once per year or after a break in attendance equalto or greater than one term. This period may be as much as60 days. Deferments must be paid on the due date whetheror not you have received a benefit payment or had a paymentposted to your account. Consult the Financial Aid Office at(863) 784-7254 for further information.Financial AidSFCC’s financial aid program is designed to provide financialassistance to eligible students to attend college. Thisassistance may come from one or any combination of grants,scholarships, loans, or student employment. Financial aid isawarded on the basis of your academic ability or special talent,demonstrated financial need, and the availability of funds fromfederal, state, institutional and or local sources. Financial aidawards will not be processed until you have been admitted to adegree program or eligible certificate program. For informationand assistance, contact the Financial Aid Office (FAO) at (863)784-7254.Eligibility Criteria for Federal Financial AidTo qualify for federal student financial aid, you must meetthe following basic eligibility requirements:1. be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;2. be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an eligibledegree or certificate program;3. be registered with the Selective Service System, ifrequired (applies to males between the ages of 18and 25);4. must have a high school diploma or equivalent(GED), or pass an “approved ability-to-benefit” test(i.e., a college placement test or Wonderlic BasicSkills Test (WBST));5. must make satisfactory academic progress;6. must not be in default on a federal student loan orowe a repayment of a federal student grant receivedat any institution;7. must have resolved any drug conviction issue; and8. must have signed the statement of educationalpurpose located on the Free Application for FederalStudent Aid (FAFSA).New Students - must apply to the <strong>College</strong> by submitting anApplication for Admission to the Registrar’s Office.Former Students - if you return to SFCC, you will come backunder the conditions from which you left. You may be ineligibleto receive financial aid but will have the option to appeal inorder to receive additional funds. See “Appeals” process.Transfer Students - must have all of their transcripts fromprevious institutions received and evaluated before financialaid may be awarded.If you are allowed to register and are in a Title IV eligibledegree program, you may meet the standards for the firstterm. After the first term, you will be evaluated based on40
sfcctransferred coursework and coursework at SFCC. You mustearn your degree within a maximum number of attemptedcredit hours after you first enroll at SFCC. Once you reach themaximum time frame, you are no longer eligible for financialaid as an undergraduate student. Federal regulationsstipulate that the maximum time frame for an undergraduatestudent cannot exceed 150 percent of the published lengthof an academic or a certificate program.Applying for Financial AidFinancial aid files must be completed at least three (3)weeks prior to registration for you to use your awardstowards payment of your tuition fees and books. If yourfile is incomplete prior to registration, you must comeprepared to pay your own tuition fees and books. If youare found eligible later, you will be reimbursed to theextent of your eligibility.You must reapply each year for financial aid. Awardsare not renewed automatically.1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) by applying online at www.fafsa.gov. Theschool code for SFCC is 001522. The FAFSA must becompleted to apply for any federal grants, work study,and/or student loans at SFCC. The FAFSA worksheet isavailable in the FAO and other SFCC Campuses. Applyas soon as possible after January 1.2. Complete an application for admission to SFCC. Youracademic records (i.e., high school transcript, GED, andcollege transcript) and other supporting documents mustbe submitted to the Admissions Office as specified byAdmissions personnel. If you previously attended anyother post-secondary institutions, the above informationmust be received by the Admission Office before the FAOcan determine your eligibility for aid.3. The FAO will receive your Institutional Student Aid Report(ISAR) from the processor as long as SFCC is listed asone of your schools in Step 6 on the FAFSA. You willreceive a Student Aid Report (SAR) within 2 weeks, ifdone via Internet. If you do not receive your SAR withinthis time, you may want to call the processor at (800)433-3243 from 8 a.m. through midnight (Eastern Time)or check online at www.fafsa.gov.4. The SAR indicates your expected family contribution,which is used to determine your eligibility for financial aid.The SAR also lists the information you reported on yourFAFSA. You must check your information for accuracy.5. Additional information/forms will be requested by the FAO(i.e., Income Tax Forms, W2’s), if you are selected for aprocess called Verification.6. Complete the SFCC Foundation’s Scholarship Application.The priority deadline dates are:Awards for High School Graduates(apply through H.S.) March 15Fall Term Awards June 15Spring Term Awards October 15Summer Term Awards March 15Completed applications and all supporting documentsmust be submitted to the FAO of SFCC, 600 W. <strong>College</strong>Drive, Avon Park, FL 33825.7. A separate application is required, if you are applying fora Direct Student Loan. Applications are available on ourWeb site at www.southflorida.edu under the financialaid link or in the FAO. First time borrowers must alsocomplete an Entrance Interview.8. If your financial aid file has been considered to be“complete,” a provisional award letter will be mailed toyou from the FAO. Awards listed on your award letter aretentative and are not final. Awards can be either adjustedor cancelled at any time due to ineligible program code,enrollment, academic standing, and/or availability offunds.9. Please notify the FAO, if you are expecting the <strong>Florida</strong>Bright Futures Scholarship.Follow up on your application. You are responsiblefor following up on your financial aid application. Donot wait until school begins. APPLY EARLY!If you need assistance in completing application forms, youshould contact the FAO. You have a right to understand howyour financial aid award is determined. SFCC’s FAO is alwayswilling to discuss financial aid decisions with you and your parentsto promote a better understanding of the financial aid process.Priority Dates For Applying for Financial Aid at SFCC -Applications for financial aid should be made well in advanceof registration. The PRIORITY consideration dates for applyingfor financial aid at SFCC for <strong>2010</strong>-<strong>11</strong> year for each term are:Fall Term April 15Spring Term October 15Summer Term March 15If you do not meet the priority dates, you may still qualify forfinancial aid but may experience lengthy delays in receivingfinancial aid.Early filers with a complete file will be given first priorityin determining eligibility to receive the <strong>Florida</strong> StudentAssistance Grant (FSAG), the Federal SupplementalEducation Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Work Study(FWS), and <strong>Florida</strong> Work Experience Program (FWEP).41
sfccTypes of Financial AidFederal Pell Grant - provided by the federal government tostudents with demonstrated financial need seeking a two-yeardegree or certificate. You may be eligible for a Pell Granteven if you are enrolled in just one class. Award eligibility isdetermined by the U.S. Department of Education and youmust complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) annually.Requirements:• complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov;• demonstrate financial need;• be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;• be enrolled or accepted in an eligible degree orcertification program; and• must meet all other Title IV eligibility requirements (i.e.,ABT, Selective Service, SAP, etc.).Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) - isgift aid (does not have to be repaid) funded by the federalgovernment to students with demonstrated financial need.As a first year student you are awarded $750 per year; as asecond year student you must have a GPA of 3.0 and haveearned 30+ hours. If the GPA or the hours’ requirement werenot met, there is no appeal process. ACG is awarded for thefall and spring. If you enroll for only one term, you will havesummer eligibility as long as you are enrolled full time. ACGis awarded for the fall and spring terms. However, if you didnot use all your ACG funds for those terms, you may havesummer eligibility for enrollment of at least half-time.Requirements:• complete the FAFSA;• demonstrate financial need;• be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;• be a Pell Grant recipient;• be enrolled in a two-year credit degree program andor a certificate program, (certificate program must beat least one year in length);• be enrolled at least half-time;• must meet all other Title IV eligibility requirements (i.e.,ABT, Selective Service, SAP, etc.);• did not receive the grant at the same level in prioracademic year;• first time being a regular student in an undergraduateprogram; and• have completed a rigorous secondary school (highschool) curriculum determined by U.S. Secretary ofEducation.Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant(FSEOG) - is provided by the federal government to assiststudents with the highest level of need. You must be enrolledat least half-time to be considered for this grant. These fundsare very limited and are awarded to students who meet thepriority date as listed in the catalog and the availability offunds.<strong>Florida</strong> Student Assistance Grant (FSAG) - is awarded toa <strong>Florida</strong> resident a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen, whomeets state mandated criteria. You can be full time or parttime to receive this award. To maintain eligibility for renewalthe following school year you must complete all courseworkenrolled in and maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA during theacademic year in which you received this award. (As an FYI,credit hours earned in the previous summer may be countedin determining your renewal eligibility.) <strong>State</strong> priority date isMay 15. Funds are limited after this date.<strong>Florida</strong> Student Assistance Grant-Career Education(FSAG-CE) - is awarded to a <strong>Florida</strong> resident who is a U.S.citizen or eligible non-citizen. You must be enrolled for aminimum of 180 clock hours per term and you must maintaina 2.0 cumulative GPA and complete all coursework enrolledin. <strong>State</strong> priority date is May 15 and funds are limited afterthis date.<strong>Florida</strong> Bright Futures (BF) Scholarship Program -includes several state-funded scholarships based on highschool academic achievement. It is for students who enrollin an eligible <strong>Florida</strong> postsecondary educational institutionwithin three years of graduation from a <strong>Florida</strong> high school.Students who are receiving the Bright Futures Scholarshipmust be enrolled for a minimum of six non-remedial creditsand must be a degree or certificate seeking student. Foradditional information, contact your high school counselor orcall the <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Education at (888) 827-2004.Repayment Procedure for BF Withdrawals - You will berequired to repay the cost of any course funded by BF thatyou withdraw from after the drop/add period of each term.Your repayment for the cost of withdrawn courses is requiredto renew a BF award for a subsequent academic year.Federal <strong>College</strong> Work Study (FWS) - federal monies areawarded to students with financial need who express aninterest in working on-campus under the program. You maywork between 15 and 20 hours per week at the minimumhourly wage. Selection is based on financial need asdetermined by the FAFSA at www.fafsa.gov, satisfactoryacademic progress, available positions, funds, and jobinterviews. You may contact the Career Center at (863)784-7410 for information on available positions or to beplaced on a waiting list.<strong>Florida</strong> Work Experience Program (FWEP) - This is aneed-based program funded by the state of <strong>Florida</strong> to provideeligible SFCC students experience working on campus that42
sfccwill complement and reinforce their educational and careergoals. You may work between 20 and 25 hours per week atan hourly rate slightly above the minimum rate. Selectionis based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA atwww.fafsa.gov, satisfactory academic progress, availablepositions, funds, and job interviews. You may contact theCareer Center for information on available positions or to beplaced on a waiting list.Federal Direct Student Loan Program - The Direct LoanProgram was created to simplify federal student loan deliveryand provide borrowers with flexible repayment options witha single loan holder. The lender is the U.S. Department ofEducation rather than a bank or other financial institutions.<strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong> is a new participant in theFederal Direct Student Loan Program. Beginning with Fall<strong>2010</strong> term, all new and returning students requesting a loanmust first apply for all federal financial aid by completingthe Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) andsubmit the “Federal Student Loan Request” form to theFinancial Aid Office. There are two types of Federal DirectStudent Loans:• Federal Subsidized Direct Student Loan - This loanis based on financial need and requires you to haveunmet financial need. The federal government willpay the interest on your behalf while you are enrolledin school, and you must repay the loan plus interestbeginning 6 months after you leave school or drop toless than half-time status. You must be enrolled in atleast 6 credits hours or 8 clock hours per term.• Federal Unsubsidized Direct Student Loan - Thisloan is not based on your financial need. The federalgovernment does not pay the interest on your behalfwhile you are enrolled in school. You the borroweris responsible for the interest that accrues andcapitalizes within 60 days of your first disbursement.You must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours or 8clock hours per term. Though this loan is non-needbased aid, the amount of the of it combined withother aid cannot exceed the total estimated cost ofattendance.Federal PLUS Direct Loan - This loan is a parent loanfor undergraduate dependent students (PLUS). Parents ofdependent students may borrow on behalf of their children.Although, income is not a factor the borrower cannothave adverse credit. To receive the maximum financialassistance, you should first apply for other types of financialaid by completing the FAFSA at www.fafsa.gov. Loanamounts must not exceed the cost of education less otherfinancial aid. Parent loans must be repaid over a 10-yearperiod with interest beginning 60 days after disbursement.Borrowing Basics for Federal Direct Student Loan -How Much Can I Borrow?How much you borrow each year depends on yourenrollment, cost of attendance, and other financialassistance received. There are limits for each federalstudent loan, depending on the type of loan and yourgrade level in school.How Much Should I Borrow?You should borrow as little as possible to meet your need.Because it is relatively easy to obtain student loans, youmight borrow more than you really need. Remember thatborrowing is simply renting somebody else’s money. Youwill have to repay that money - with interest.First Time Loan BorrowersIf you are a first-time borrower, federal regulations requirea 30-day delay before you receive your loan check(typically 30 days from the start of the term). You mustalso complete the required loan entrance counseling atthe FAO or on our Web site www.southflorida.edu.Loan DisbursementLoans are required to have a minimum of twodisbursements: the start of each term for two term loansor mid-point for a single term loan.Eligibility RequirementsAll first year, first time undergraduate students, includingtransfer students from other institutions, may not beeligible to receive a Direct Student Loan the first term theyare enrolled at SFCC (basis on case by case). Once youhave completed at least 12 hours at SFCC and maintaineda 2.0 cumulative GPA with at least 67 percent completionratio, you may be considered for a loan. In addition, if youreceive a Direct Student Loan, in the term that the firstdisbursement was made, you must maintain an overallGPA of 2.0 or higher with at least a 67 percent completionratio to receive the second disbursement of your studentloan proceeds.Federal TEACH Grant - The U.S. Department of Education’sTEACH Grant Program provides grant funds to post-secondarystudents who are completing or plan to complete courseworkthat is needed to begin a career in teaching. You must agreeto serve for at least four years as a full-time, highly-qualifiedteacher in a high-need field, in a school serving low-incomestudents. To receive a TEACH grant, you must meet thefollowing criteria:• Complete the FAFSA, although you do not have todemonstrate financial need.• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.• Be enrolled as an undergraduate in a post-secondaryeducational institution that has chosen to participate inthe TEACH Grant Program.43
sfcc• Be enrolled in coursework that is necessary to begin acareer in teaching or plan to complete such coursework.• Meet certain academic achievement requirements bymaintaining a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25.• Sign the TEACH Grant Agreement to Serve.• Visit www.FederalStudentAid.gov or the FinancialAid Office for additional information.Welfare Transition Services (WTS) - If you, the client, arereceiving public assistance benefits to enter training or jobprograms which will lead you to a self-sufficient life-style, youmay be referred to this program by The <strong>Florida</strong> Departmentof Children and Families. The goal of the <strong>College</strong> is toassist you through matriculation, tuition, books, childcare,transportation, and other personal advising services whichwill assist you in overcoming barriers to success. Contact theHeartland Workforce Office at (863) 385-3672.SFCC and OtherFinancial Aid ProgramsPerformance/Participation Scholarships - Your outstandingabilities in academics, athletics, music, performing arts, andother skill areas may make you eligible for this program.Contact the activity sponsor in the department where yourspecialty is assigned.Top 10 Percent Academic Incentives - These are awardedto graduates from a high school in SFCC’s district in the top10 percent of the class.Occupational Scholarships - If you are interested in anoccupational program, contact your high school guidancecounselor or the SFCC Financial Aid Office to determine youreligibility for an occupational scholarship.SFCC Work Study - A limited number of part-time workstudy positions are funded by SFCC each year. Contact theFinancial Aid Office for information on available positions orto be placed on a waiting list. This program is not based onfinancial need. Contact the Financial Aid Office for furtherinformation at (863) 784-7254.Tuition Installment Payment (TIP) Plan - To help meetyour education expenses, SFCC is pleased to provide theTuition Payment Plan. TIP is available at all campuses andto all students at SFCC. TIP allows you to pay your tuition inmonthly payments. The earlier you enroll, the more paymentoptions you have. You may enroll in the TIP plan or review theavailable payment plans online at www.southflorida.edu.TIP is administered for SFCC by Nelnet Business Solutions.Enrollment in TIP’s is provided online by using e-Cashiertuition management. For more information, pamphlets areavailable in Counseling and Advising Office, the Cashier’sOffice, and the Financial Aid Office.The SFCC Foundation Scholarships - Scholarships ofvarious types are available from the SFCC FoundationScholarship applications may be submitted at any time tothe Financial Aid Office. However, there are priority datesassociated with these scholarships. (See dates listed underFinancial Aid Information.) The SFCC Scholarship Committeemeets at appropriate times to review applications and selectrecipients. If you wish to apply for one of these scholarships,go to our Web site at www.southflorida.edu under theFinancial Aid link, download the scholarship applicationpacket, and submit the application to the Financial Aid Office.One of the criteria is that you must complete the FAFSA format www.fafsa.gov. Following is a list (descriptions of theseare found on our Web site) of current scholarships offeredby the Foundation:Merit Based Scholarships• AAUW 2nd Chance Book• Barbara J. Kurtz Nursing• Betty B. Wild• C. Elton and Norma D. Crews• Charles and Tami Cullens Endowment• Edward K. Roberts Honors Program• George W. Smoot and Louise O’Neal Smoot• Joseph E. Johnston/Bette L. McDearman Memorial• Lake Placid Noon Rotary Club• Phi Theta Kappa (Becci Davis) Tau Epsilon Chapter• SFCC Board of Trustees Honor Scholar Award• The Military Officers Association of America JROTC• Vinod C. Thakkar NursingNeed and Merit Based Scholarships• Artistic Endeavors• Avon Park Board of Realtors• Ben Hill Griffin Cinco de Mayo• Hanford D. Brace Sr. Memorial• Hazel and Chester Connerly• Hibiscus Garden Club• Highlands County Citrus Growers Association• Justin N. Patel Memorial• Larry Macbeth Memorial• Pushpaben M. Joshi Memorial• Ralph H. Hartt Memorial• Snyder/Singletary Memorial• Steven Martin Durrance Memorial• SunTrust• The Forty and Eight “Black Sheep” Nursing• The Forty and Eight Nursing• Zenon C. R. Hansen MemorialNeed Based Scholarships• A. Harrison Kosovo Memorial• Avon Park Breakfast Rotary• Avon Park Professional Firefighters (Local 3132)• Benjamin/Brown/Maxwell/AITF• Democratic Women’s Club of Highlands County• Frances and Richard Knapp Endowment• Fred E. Pennel Memorial• General Nursing Endowment• George S. Buck Endowment• Helping Hearts and Hands• Highlands Independent Bank• Knights of Columbus Council 5441 Endowment44
sfcc• Robert J. and Jane H. Barben Family• Rotary Club of Highlands County• Sebring Optimist Club Vocational• Thomas P. Clinard Nursing Endowment• Wanda Daymon Memorial• West Coast District Dental AssociationOther Scholarships• African-American/Willie J. Dennard Jr.• Avon Park High School JROTC• Avon Park Noon Rotary Music• Bank of America Dream Makers• Ben Hill Griffin Jr. Endowment (General)• Ben Hill Griffin Jr. Endowment (Music)• Bill and Barbara Sachsenmaier• Bill Blanding Memorial• Bill Jarrett Automotive - Automotive Service and Auto BodyRepair and Refinishing• Brain Bowl• Catherine P. Cornelius Endowment• David Wyche Memorial• DeSoto County Special• Dr. Harold E. Henderson Memorial• Edward Morgan• First Generation in <strong>College</strong>• <strong>Florida</strong> Association of Community <strong>College</strong>s• Gwen Sanders-Hill Memorial• Heacock• Highlands County Bar Association (in memory of Jani Branham)• James Fentress Memorial• Joe L. and Pat Davis Endowment• Joy S. Y. Chen Memorial• Lee R. Cullens Memorial Athletic Housing• Leotis McNeil Memorial• Miriah Brenner Memorial• Patrick and Mercedes Carruthers African-American• Peace River Electric Cooperative• Progress Energy/<strong>Florida</strong> Power Electrical Lineman• Sebring Noon Rotary Club Education• Sebring Sunrise Rotary Club• SFCC Artist Series Music• SFCC Career Employees Council• SFCC General• SFCC Law Enforcement• Smokey Padgett Memorial• The Helios Education Foundation First Generation in <strong>College</strong>• Thomas Burch amd Carolyn P. Cornelius Memorial• Wanda Daymon Junior Achievement/Student of the Year• William F. Ward Family• Wauchula Women’s ClubAlmost all scholarships require the completion of the FAFSAat www.fafsa.gov and enrollment of at least 6 hours or more.Unless otherwise stated, applicants must attend SFCC. Youmay visit the Financial Aid Office or the Web site for additionalinformation.Local Scholarships - Various local groups and organizationsselect recipients for their scholarships. These awards arecoordinated by or through the Financial Aid Office.Occupational/Vocational Scholarship Application -The Occupational/Vocational Scholarship is a need-basedprogram designed to help you enroll in Post Secondary AdultVocational (PSAV) and non-credit Continuing EducationPrograms (or courses). In general, these are non-creditworkforce development courses as defined by <strong>Florida</strong>statute. You must have financial need as determined bythe FAFSA; therefore, you must complete the FAFSA atwww.fafsa.gov. If you are receiving payment of tuition andfees from other programs, you may not be eligible for theOccupational/Vocational Scholarship. If you are receivingthe federal Pell Grant and/or other assistance, you may beeligible, depending on the amount and type of assistance oryour individual circumstances. If you are receiving paymentof tuition and fees from sources outside of the FinancialAid Office (i.e., WIA, Vocational Rehabilitation, etc.), youmay not be eligible. The Financial Aid Office determineseligibility based on the official FAFSA information as wellas other financial resources that may or may not includethe Pell Grant. To be considered for this scholarship forfinancial assistance you must apply each term during theregular registration process by completing the Occupational/Vocational Scholarship Application in the Financial Aid Office.Standards of Academic ProgressFederal and state regulations (34CFR Sections 668.16(e),668.32(f), 668.34) require that you meet minimum standardsof academic progress to be eligible to receive financial aidfunds. The minimum standards at SFCC are applied toall Title IV Federal Financial Aid Programs administeredby the <strong>College</strong>, except those programs whose eligibilityrequirements are restricted to institutional funds or outsidedonor restrictions.The financial aid standard of progress applies to all termsof enrollment periods regardless of whether you receivedfinancial aid during a given term or enrollment period. Certainstate and locally administered financial aid programs have amore stringent progress standard. In these cases, the morestringent progress standards will be applied in addition tothe college standard.Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) - Calculation ofthe standards of academic progress will include all terms ofenrollment regardless of whether you were a financial aidrecipient during those terms. This is not measured until afteryou have attempted a minimum of seven (7) credit hours. Atthe completion of each term or enrollment period after the firstseven (7) credit hours, including a measure of progress madein the first seven hours, your progress toward an educationgoal is measured in two ways: successful completion ratioand Grade Point Average (GPA).1. You must meet the academic performance requirement ofat least 2.0 annual and cumulative GPA. The standard ofacademic progress is reviewed at the end of each term.2. You must make progress toward your degree orcertificate. Minimum progress toward a degree requiressuccessful completion of 67 percent of courses attempted,cumulatively, and annually for renewal eligibility.45
sfcc3. You must complete your educational program withina given time frame. The maximum time frame is 150percent of the credits required for the educationalobjectives. A degree requiring 60 credits hours has alimit of 90 credit hours of attempted college coursework.This includes all college coursework; all transfer creditswhether or not financial aid was received, and whethercourses are applicable toward your degree program.4. If you have reached the maximum attempted hours of 90credits in an academic program or reach 150 percent ofthe published length of the educational program (clockhour),you will be ineligible to receive financial aid.If you qualify for financial aid and enroll at or above thepost-secondary level for the first time at SFCC, you will beeligible to receive financial aid. If you are a first-time SFCCstudent with course history that does not meet the satisfactoryprogress standard, you may be placed in a financial aidprobation status based on the transfer or dual enrollmentgrades.A term is defined as any of the major terms: fall, spring, andsummer. First and second summer flex sessions are treatedas one term for financial aid purposes. An enrollment periodis defined as the term or portion of a term for which you enroll.Successful completion is defined as any course completedwith a final grade of A, B, C, D, or S. Courses for which youreceive grades of W, I, F, N, U, or X, as well as the previousattempt(s) of repeated courses regardless of previous grade,are counted as courses attempted but not successfullycompleted.Failure to meet the minimum standard of progresswill result in the following action(s):Financial Aid Probation - This occurs at the end of theterm or enrollment period for which you fail to meet therequired measurements as outlined above. In probationstatus, you retain your eligibility for financial aid as longas you are permitted to enroll. Probation status is notsubject to appeals/petitions and is not accepted/reviewedfor this status.Financial Aid Continued Probation - This occurs afteryou attend one term or enrollment period in a probationstatus and successfully complete 100 percent of allcourses attempted in that term, achieve or maintain theminimum GPA of 2.0 but do not reach the 67 percentcumulative successful completion ratio. In continuedprobation status you may continue to receive financial aidand will remain in the continued probation status.Financial Aid Suspension - This occurs at the end of thenext term or enrollment period for which you have failed tomaintain either one or both of the measurements outlinedabove with the exception of the continued probationstatus. In suspension status, all eligibility of financial aidadministered by the FAO will be terminated until you meetthe minimum standard of academic progress for receiptof financial aid.Maximum Time Frame - As a financial aid recipient,you must earn your degree within a maximum number ofattempted credit hours or clock hours after you first enrollat SFCC. Once you reach the maximum time frame, youare no longer eligible for financial aid as an undergraduatestudent. Federal regulations stipulate that the maximumtime frame for an undergraduate student cannot exceed150 percent of the published length of an academicprogram and/or a certificate program.Transfer Student Hours - If you are a transfer studentwith hours above the 150 percent maximum time frame,you will not be eligible to receive financial aid.Regaining Eligibility Through Appeal Process - If youbelieve extenuating circumstances prevented you frommeeting the required standards as outlined above, you mayappeal to the Financial Aid Appeal Committee by completingthe Financial Aid Appeal Form. This form is available on ourWeb site at www.southflorida.edu under the financial aidlink under forms or in the Financial Aid Office.If you desire to file an appeal to be reviewed for the currentterm, you should come prepared to pay all tuition and feesawaiting the decision of the committee. If the decision isfavorable, your financial aid will be reinstated and you willbe required to sign a financial aid agreement and meet allcontingencies therein. All appeals must have the followingas applicable to your circumstances:• Letter written by you describing mitigating circumstancesthat prevented you from achieving satisfactoryprogress. Explain what changes have occurredthat will enable you to meet the academic progressrequirements in your term of enrollment.• Proof that the mitigating circumstances you describeactually occurred (such as police report, deathcertificate, etc.). If appeal is based on medicalcircumstances, the followings must be included: Lettersfrom physician, copies of medical bills, etc.• For maximum time frame you must explain why youhave not met graduation requirements or your goalsat SFCC. Describe what the actions or plans you havetaken or will take to make sure you graduate in the nearfuture.The committee reviews the appeals and determines whetherthere are sufficient reasons to allow your financial aid to bereinstated. You will be notified in writing of the committee’sdecision. If your eligibility to receive financial aid for anadditional term is granted, you must sign a financial aidagreement and meet all contingencies therein by the endof the term or be placed back on suspension. If you areplaced on Financial Aid Suspension and you do not havespecial circumstances or your appeal is denied, you may46
sfccregain your eligibility for financial aid by enrolling in coursesat your own expense and bringing your Cumulative GPA upto a 2.0 or better and your Cumulative Completion Rate toat least 67 percent.Other Important Satisfactory Progress Information:1. The Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy isapplied to all terms that you are enrolled at SFCCwhether or not you receive financial aid.2. If you change your major multiple times during yourenrollment at SFCC and this causes your attempts toexceed the maximum time frame of 150 percent ofthe published length of the program including transferhours, you may no longer be eligible for financial aid.This is based on a maximum time frame of 150 percentand/or three years (six terms) for a full-time studentto complete a two-year degree. Changes in major,double majors and/or certificates - do not increaseyour maximum time frame and may cause you to loseyour eligibility before earning a degree.3. A grade of I will not affect your GPA in determiningfinancial aid eligibility. If the I grade is not removedby the last class day in the next 16-week term, itreverts to an F grade. Such a grade may contribute tosuspension of financial aid eligibility. A grade of I willaffect your progression within a time frame towardsadequate completion of all college coursework andthe maximum time frame in which you must completeyour educational objective in determining financial aideligibility.4. You may use financial aid to repeat a course inwhich an N, D, or F has been earned, if you have notreached the maximum time frame of 150 percent ofthe given program. You may not repeat a course forcredit in which a grade of C or higher was earned(unless permission of the dean of Students Services isobtained). You may also improve a grade in a courseand the repeat credit(s) will be included in the totalnumber of credits when determining enrollment statusas well as total number of attempts in determining yourquantitative measure. You must be making satisfactoryprogress.Any further appeal of the decision of the Financial Aid AppealsCommittee must be made in writing to the dean of StudentServices.Exceptions to the Appeals Process - The Financial AidDirector or designee can waive the appeal process incertain limited situations. If you reach the 90 credit hourlimit, but have less than one academic year to completeyour current (final) program of study, you may continueto receive financial aid at the discretion of the FinancialAid Director or designee provided you meet all otherstandards of progress measurements. The Financial AidDirector or designee may also refer you to the FinancialAid Appeals Committee. NOTE: This is a one-time optionand does not apply to multiple associate’s degrees orcertificates.Student Rights and Responsibilities - As a student andpotential recipient of financial aid at SFCC, it is importantthat you read and understand the following student rightsand responsibilities pertaining to financial aid.Student Rights - You have the right to ask:1. What financial assistance is available, includinginformation on all federal, state, and institutionalfinancial aid programs.2. What the deadlines are for submitting applications foreach of the financial aid programs available.3. What the cost of attending is and what policies areon refunds if you drop out.4. What criteria are used to select financial aid recipients.5. How the school determines a student’s financial need.This process includes how costs for tuition and fees,room and board, travel, books and supplies, personal,and miscellaneous expenses, etc. are considered inyour budget.6. What resources (such as expected family contribution,other financial aid, veterans’ benefits, etc.) areconsidered in the calculation of your need.7. Establish plans to meet your educational and livingexpenses in case of delay in receiving financial aidassistance.8. Keep informed by reviewing all information sent to you,as well as by regularly checking your status in PantherCentral.9. Apply for financial aid early, if you believe you willneed financial assistance.10. Keep SFCC informed of any changes of address,name or marital status while you are a student, anduntil all loans have been repaid in full.<strong>11</strong>. Maintain satisfactory academic progress.12. How much of your financial need, as determined bythe institution, has been met.13. To explain the various programs in your aid awardpackage; to request reconsideration of the awardpackage made.14. What portion of the financial aid is a loan, work, or agrant? If the aid is a loan, you have the right to knowwhat the interest rate is, the total amount that mustbe repaid, and the pay-back provisions including thelength of time you have to repay the loan and whenrepayment is to begin.47
sfcc15. How the school determines whether you are makingsatisfactory progress and what happens if you arenot.16. To make available for review, a copy of the documentsdescribing the institution’s accreditation, approval, orlicensing.Student Responsibilities - It is your responsibility to:1. Review and consider all information about a school’sprogram(s) before enrolling.2. Pay special attention to the application for studentfinancial aid, complete it accurately and thoroughly,and submit it on time to the correct location. Errors candelay receiving financial aid. Intentional misreportingon application forms for financial aid is a violation ofthe law and is considered a criminal offense subjectto penalties under the U.S. Criminal Code.3. Return all additional documentation, verificationinformation, corrections, and/or new informationrequested by either the Financial Aid Office or theagency to which an application was submitted.4. Read and understand all forms before signing andkeep copies of them.5. Accept responsibility for all agreements that bear yoursignature.6. Notify the lender of changes in the name, address,or school status if a loan exists.7. Perform in a satisfactory manner the work that isagreed upon in accepting a work study award.8. Know and comply with the deadlines for applicationor re-application for aid.9. Comply with the school’s refund procedures.10. Request financial aid transcripts from each postsecondaryinstitution previously attended even if nofinancial aid was received.<strong>11</strong>. Notify Financial Aid Office of all financial aid receivedfrom any source(s) other than the <strong>College</strong> as soon asthe student receives it.12. Know the time for the disbursement of the award(s)and pick up any aid checks within a reasonable periodof time.13. Abide by all conditions of the financial aid award(s).Questions concerning financial aid programsand other student rights and responsibilitiesshould be directed to the Financial Aid Officeat (863) 784-7254.REFUNDSREFUND POLICY - You must officially drop a course toobtain consideration for a refund. Refunds must be requestedwithin the drop with refund period at the Registrar’s Office(see Academic Calendar for drop with refund deadlines).Refund exceptions to this rule must be requested in writingto the Academic Appeals Committee and be based upondocumented reasons beyond your control.The refund period for summer, and other short terms isreduced in proportion to the length of the term. Changes inyour schedule may involve application of the refund policy.For example: If you drop a class during the refund periodand add another, you will have the money applied towardthe added class.Fees paid by check will not be refunded until your checkclears the <strong>College</strong>’s bank. Refunds are paid by collegecheck or paid by crediting the credit card that paid the fees.Refunds are processed two to four weeks after the end ofthe drop with refund period.Refunds for <strong>College</strong> Credit, Occupational CertificateCourses, and Short Term Classes:1. Fall and Spring Terms: 100 percent refund whenofficial withdrawal is received by the Registrar’s Officeby the last day of the drop with refund period duringnormal operating hours.2. Summer Term: 100 percent refund when officialwithdrawal is received by the Registrar’s Office on thethird day of classes during normal operating hours.This provision applies to other six-week and eightweekterms or courses.3. Full Term Occupational Classes, 150-480 contacthours: 100 percent refund when official withdrawal isreceived by the Registrar’s Office prior to end of firstcalendar week of student enrollment.4. Short Term Occupational Classes, 30-140 contacthours: 100 percent refund when withdrawal isreceived by the Registrar’s Office prior to secondclass meeting.5. Short Term Occupational Classes, 1-29 contacthours: 100 percent refund when official withdrawalis received by the Registrar’s Office prior to thesecond class meeting, except, in the case of singleterm classes, workshops, or seminars when officialwithdrawal must be completed and received by theRegistrar’s Office prior to the start of the class oractivity.Special Refunds - The <strong>College</strong> will issue or apply 100percent refund for courses for the following schedulechanges: (1) courses canceled by the <strong>College</strong>; (2) courselevel changes within subject area during the first four48
sfccweeks of fall and spring terms or the first 10 days of thesummer term; (3) course changes to equalize class size;(4) course changes resulting from a college administrativeaction; or (5) approval of your appeal by the AcademicAppeals Committee. Written documentation is requiredbefore any of these changes can be made. Exception tothe college refund policy is made pursuant to the federalrules and regulations regarding as follows:Federal Title IV Policy on Withdrawals and Return ofFinancial Aid - As part of the Higher Education Amendmentof 1998, Congress passed provisions governing whathappens to your federal financial aid when you completelywithdraw from school in any term. The policy governsall federal grants and loan programs, including theAcademic Competitiveness Grant (ACG), the Pell Grant,the SEOG, the Stafford Loans, and the Parent Loan forUndergraduate Students (PLUS). It does not affect theFederal Work Study.This law assumes that you earn federal financial aidawards in direct proportion to the number of days of theterm attended. If you receive more aid than you earn,the unearned excess funds must be returned to theDepartment of Education. However, if you receive lessaid than the amount earned, you may be able to receivethose additional funds. NOTE: Unnegotiated federal awardchecks revert to the granting federal program 180 daysafter they are issued regardless of eligibility.Return of Federal Financial Aid Calculation Method-Return of Title IV funds are calculated as follows: Theportion of federal grants and loans you are entitled toreceive is calculated on a percentage basis by comparingthe total number of days in the term to the number of dayscompleted before withdrawal.4. The last date of attendance at an academically relatedactivity as documented by the <strong>College</strong>.Any award money you are required to return is designatedas a federal grant overpayment. Unearned federal aid (theamount that must be returned to the appropriate programs)will be returned to the following programs in the followingorder as prescribed by federal rules and regulations:1. Federal Unsubsidized Loans2. Federal Subsidized Loans3. Federal PLUS4. Federal Pell Grant5. Federal ACG6. Federal SEOGIf the return of unearned federal aid causes any portionof tuition and fees to become a liability to the <strong>College</strong>, the<strong>College</strong> will bill you the new balance due. You will loseTitle IV eligibility unless you return the amount of unearnedaid (overpayment) in full to SFCC within 45 days from thedate SFCC notifies you of the overpayment. After the 45thday of an unpaid balance, you will be referred to the U.S.Department of Education.Refund/Academic Appeals - Refunds requested foracademic appeals can only be granted for refunds notinvolving Title IV financial aid. Federal law currently doesnot provide for an appeal of this repayment policy.For example, if 30 percent of the term is completed, 30percent of the scheduled aid is earned and 70 percentof the scheduled awards remain unearned and must bereturned to the federal government. The total numberof calendar days in a term excludes any scheduledbreaks of more than five days. After the 61 percent pointof the term, you have earned all (100 percent) of theaid. If withdrawal from the <strong>College</strong> occurs on or beforecompleting 61 percent of the term, you may have to repayany unearned federal money that was already disbursed.The law provides that if you must repay grant funds, theamount of the repayment will be reduced by 50 percent.A withdrawal date will be determined by the <strong>College</strong> whenone of these four occurrences:1. The instructor initiates the withdrawal process (formore information refer to Withdrawals in this <strong>College</strong><strong>Catalog</strong>).2. The date the student officially notified (verbally or inwriting) the Registrar’s Office of intent to withdraw.3. The midpoint (50 percent) of the term if you withdrawwithout notifying the <strong>College</strong>.49
sfccACADEMIC REGULATIONSAcademic Counseling/AdvisingAcademic AmnestyAcademic AppealsAcademic Suspension, Refunds, WithdrawalGrade AppealsAcademic Ethics PolicyDishonestyPlagiarismAuditing ClassesClass AttendanceCourse RequirementsCourse LoadGrading SystemGrade Point Average (GPA)Course Attempts (Withdrawal and Forgiveness Policy)Graduation Procedures for All ProgramsIncomplete “I” GradeSchedule of ClassesStudent ClassificationStandards of Academic Progress<strong>College</strong> Credit/Occupational CreditStudent ResponsibilitiesVeterans Educational Benefits RecipientsWithdrawalsStudent Directory InformationNotification of Social Security Number (SSN) Collection and Use50
sfccAcademic RegulationsYou may register for classes each term according to publisheddates. The <strong>College</strong> may refuse permission to register for suchreasons as: unpaid fees, overdue loans, non-returned librarybooks and audiovisual materials, academic suspension ordismissal, incomplete admission records, and disciplinaryaction. If you have academic difficulties, you may be limitedin the number and type of courses for which you may register.ACADEMIC COUNSELING/ADVISING - After you havecompleted the application process, appropriate testing,and orientation, the next step in registering is academiccounseling/advising. You should arrange to meet with acounselor/advisor either by calling or visiting Highlands,DeSoto, or Hardee campuses or Lake Placid Center ormeeting with the appropriate department chair or Instructor.Counseling/Advising services are available at Highlands,DeSoto, and Hardee campuses and Lake Placid Center,Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday, 8a.m. to 5 p.m. Hours may be shorter during summer term.Appointments are available during non-registration periods.You are encouraged to discuss your academic goals andintended program of study with the counseling/advisingstaff, SFCC center or campus director, or department chair/manager. Counseling/Advising can help you register, identifyyour values and interests, plan your education, assist indeciding a career, and solve problems that might interferewith academic and personal success. All counseling/advisingor instructor sessions and your records are confidential. Ifyou are a first-time enrolling student, you are required to seea counselor/advisor prior to registration.ACADEMIC AMNESTY - Academic Amnesty allows you torequest that all your college coursework (SFCC and transfer)that is at least 10 calendar years old be excluded from yourGPA calculations.Academic Amnesty is a one-time, non-reversible optionso you should carefully consider your decision toimplement it. Before you apply for Academic Amnesty youshould first discuss the program with a counselor/advisor,assistant registrar, or registrar.Your petition for Academic Amnesty applies only at SFCC.If you plan to transfer to another college or university, youare strongly cautioned that the receiving institution may usegrades for all courses you’ve attempted when computing yourGPA for admissions eligibility or for other purposes.Academic Amnesty has no effect on your student financialaid. It also has no effect on the calculation of course attemptsrelated to the multiple course attempt surcharge.It is important to note that individual courses may not beretained when you apply for Academic Amnesty. ALL yourcoursework is excluded.To be considered for Academic Amnesty, you must submita completed Academic Amnesty Petition to the Registrar’sOffice during the first term of enrollment. The AcademicAppeals Committee evaluates all Academic Amnestypetitions and recommends those who demonstrate potentialfor success.To be eligible for Academic Amnesty you must complete aminimum of 15 earned credits at SFCC while maintaining aGPA of 2.50 or higher. <strong>College</strong> developmental courses arenot included in these 15 earned credits.When Academic Amnesty is granted, all college coursework(SFCC and transfer) that is at least 10 years old is excludedfrom calculation of your SFCC GPA and use in meeting SFCCgraduation requirements. All coursework taken, whether oldor new will remain on your permanent record (transcript) andthe following statement is added to your transcript: “AcademicAmnesty Applied Terms XXXXXX – XXXXXX.”ACADEMIC APPEALS -I. Academic Suspension, Refunds, Withdrawal:A. The Academic Appeals Committee reviews requestsfor exceptions to college academic procedures whenthere are factors beyond your control. The committeehears requests for waiving academic suspensions,approving tuition refunds, and approving withdrawalfrom a class after the deadline.B. You have a maximum of six months followingcompletion of a class to appeal for a tuition refundor withdrawal from a class after the deadline.C. You have a maximum of six months after the term inwhich you receive a GPA below the required level toappeal an academic suspension.D. Documentation verifying extenuating circumstancesmust accompany any request for refund, withdrawalor academic suspension.E. You should obtain the Academic Appeals Form fromthe Registrar’s Office. The completed form along withsupporting documentation is to be submitted to theRegistrar’s Office for processing.F. The Academic Appeals Committee will make arecommendation to the dean of Student Services toapprove or deny the request.G. The dean of Student Services makes the final decisionto approve or deny the request.H. The Registrar’s Office informs you of the final decision.II. Grade Appeals:A. Members of the teaching faculty are responsible forissuing grades. If you believe you have received anincorrect grade, immediately request a conference51
sfccwith your instructor(s) within 15 working days afterthe grade(s) is issued.B. If the conference does not resolve the disputedgrade, you should make an appointment to discussthe problem with the instructor’s director, departmentchair, or program manager within five college workingdays after meeting with the instructor.C. If the meeting with the director, department chair, orprogram manager still does not resolve the situation,you may submit a written appeal to the academic deanwithin five college working days after meeting with thedirector, department chair, or program manager.D. If the meeting with the dean does not resolve thesituation, you may submit a written appeal to the VicePresident for Educational and Student Services withinfive college working days after the conference with thedean.E. The Vice President for Educational and StudentServices makes the final decision to approve or denythe request for grade change.Statute). Courses taken on an audit basis do not count forcredit. Regular fees are charged and you must abide by theinstructor’s audit policy. Audited courses are recorded on youracademic record with a grade of X. You may not change yourregistration for a course from credit to audit after the end ofthe Drop with Refund Period.CLASS ATTENDANCE - Absences from class may resultin your being withdrawn by the instructor. Instructors willexplain their class attendance policies (this policy must beprovided to you during the first week of class). If you arenot registered for the class, you are not permitted to attend.There are additional attendance requirements for veteransin occupational programs and financial aid students.COURSE REQUIREMENTS - You are responsible forchecking the admission requirements of limited admissionsprograms. You are also responsible for knowing theprerequisites and/or corequisites of each course in whichyou plan to enroll. (See Course Descriptions.) If you havenot met all requirements, you will not be permitted to registerfor courses.ACADEMIC ETHICS POLICY - The faculty of SFCC iscommitted to a policy of honesty in academic affairs.Conduct for which you may be subject to administrative and/or disciplinary penalties, up to and including suspension orexpulsion, includes:1. Dishonesty consisting of cheating of any kind withrespect to examinations, course assignments, orillegal possession of examination papers. If you helpanother to cheat, you will be subject to the samepenalties as the student assisted.2. Plagiarism consisting of the deliberate use andappropriation of another’s work without identifying thesource and the passing off such work as your own. Ifyou fail to give full credit for ideas or materials takenfrom another, you have plagiarized.Procedure: In case of cheating or plagiarism: Theinstructor may take academic action consistent withcollege policy that may range from loss of credit for aspecific assignment, examination, or project to removalfrom the course with a grade of F. Your instructor andyou should seek to resolve the problem to your mutualsatisfaction. Failing this, your instructor or you mayrequest action from the appropriate chair, dean/director,and the Vice President for Educational and StudentServices (see Grade Appeals in this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>)who adjudicates on the basis of college policy.COPYRIGHT - See “Addendum”INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY - See “Addendum”AUDITING CLASSES - You may register to audit a courseonce prior to registering for credit (college developmentalcourses cannot be audited - 6A-14.0301, 1001.02 <strong>Florida</strong>52
sfccCOURSE LOAD - Credit for work completed in college creditcourses is shown as credit hours. A one-credit hour coursegenerally meets one hour per week during the 16 week term.Generally, laboratory type courses are required to meet twicethat length of time or number of hours.If you are an unemployed full-time student, you could carryan academic load of 12 to 18 credit hours during fall andspring terms. The normal load is six to eight credit hoursduring summer term. If you are employed or have other majorresponsibilities, you should enroll in fewer courses. Approvalmust be obtained from the dean of Student Services to enrollin more than 18 credit hours in the fall or spring term, andeight credit hours in summer term.If your GPA is below 2.0, you should register for 12 or fewercredit hours. A counselor’s approval of your class scheduleprior to registration is required.GRADING SYSTEM - <strong>College</strong> and occupational creditstudents receive final grades at the end of each term. Thecollege grades according to the following Grade PointAverage (GPA) system:Grade Point Average (GPA):1. Cumulative GPA for all credit-level courses is based onall credit-level courses at SFCC and other institutions.2. Cumulative GPA for all occupational-level coursesis based on all occupational-level courses at SFCCand other institutions.The GPA is computed by adding the total quality pointsfor all courses in a term and dividing by the total numberof credits earned. For example: If you take 16 hours (5courses) during fall term and earn the following grades:English 3 credits A (4 points) = 12 grade pointsBiology 4 credits B (3 points) = 12 grade pointsMath 3 credits C (2 points) = 6 grade pointsHistory 3 credits D (1 point) = 3 grade pointsSpeech 3 credits F (0 point) = 0 grade pointsTotal Credits 16 Total Points 33Divide 33 grade points by 16 credits = 2.062 GPAA. Grades used to compute GPAQuality PointGrade Percent Definition ValueA 90-100 Excellent 4B 80-89 Good 3C 70-79 Average 2D 60-69 Passing 1F 0-59 Failure 0B. Grades not used to compute GPANNo gradeWWithdraw or not completedXAuditSSatisfactoryPPassUUnsatisfactoryIIncomplete3, 4, 5 Advanced placement test gradesD*, F*Transfer grades not used in GPA calculationA.,B.,C.,D.,F. Grades received in a college developmental course53
sfccCOURSE ATTEMPTS (Withdrawal and ForgivenessPolicy) - You will not be permitted to register for a course asa credit student more than three times.1. You will not be permitted to repeat a course in whichyou have earned a grade of C or higher unless thecourse is specified as being repeatable for credit;i.e., certain applied music courses. See a counseloror campus/center director.2. You may repeat a course in which you have earneda grade of D or F a maximum of two (2) times for thepurpose of grade improvement. Only the last gradeearned counts in the cumulative GPA. On the thirdregistration, you will be required to pay the full cost ofinstruction which is equal to the non-resident coursefee.3. You will be permitted a maximum of two (2)withdrawals per course. Grades of W assigned priorto the fall of 1997 will not be counted as a registration.4. Withdrawal from a third registration is not permittedand the grade earned will be included in thecalculation of the cumulative GPA.5. A fourth registration may be allowed, but only whenapproved by the Exceptions Committee and based onextenuating circumstances. All grades from the thirdand subsequent attempts will be calculated in theGPA (you will be assessed the full cost of instructionwhich is equal to the non-resident course fee).6. You should seek advice from a counselor or theregistrar regarding the potential impact of forgivencourses in the computation of your GPA in transferringto other institutions and the need to consider theimpact of retaking a course on your financial aideligibility.GRADUATION PROCEDURES FOR ALL PROGRAMS - Ifyou are in anticipation of degree and/or program completionat the end of the term, you are to complete the followingpre-graduation procedures:1. Obtain and complete an Application for Graduationfrom the Registrar’s Office or counselor/advisor.2. A.A., A.S., and A.A.S. degree students: meet witha counselor, campus/center director, or departmentchair for a graduation requirement check to ensureeligibility to graduate. Occupational certificate, adulthigh school, and GED diploma students must becertified by the director, department chair, programmanager, or coordinator.3. If you are receiving or have received a federal loan,you must complete a required financial aid exitinterview.4. Participate in an in-person exit interview and completea graduation satisfaction survey.5. Pay the graduation fee by the deadline stated in theAcademic Calendar in this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.The SFCC commencement ceremony is held in Mayof each year (see Academic Calendar). If you havecompleted graduation requirements in the fall or springterm, or have applied early for graduation for the summerterm, you are invited to participate in the ceremony.However, if you have applied for graduation in May, buthave not completed all graduation requirements, youcannot be recognized for honors or high honors duringgraduation ceremony.INCOMPLETE “I” GRADE - If you have participatedthroughout the term but are unable to complete all courserequirements (such as a term paper, project or final exam)because of illness or other extenuating circumstances,you may request a grade of incomplete. If you receive an Igrade, you have six weeks from the beginning of the nextcollege enrollment period to make up the work in the courseas outlined on the incomplete form. If you do not completethe assigned work, the grade is automatically changed tothe grade assigned by the instructor. Incomplete gradesin competency-based programs are governed by theappropriate departmental policies.SCHEDULE OF CLASSES - The Schedule of Classes foreach term is available on the Internet at www.southflorida.edu.SFCC offers a variety of courses at convenient times andlocations. However, the <strong>College</strong>, at times, may be requiredto change or cancel a scheduled class. Changes are postedat all registration locations.STUDENT CLASSIFICATION - You are full-time collegecreditstudent if you enroll in 12 or more hours of crediteach term during the fall or spring term. You are a part-timestudent, if you register for fewer than 12 credits. Full-timeenrollment during the summer term is considered to be sixor more hours each term.NOTE: A total of 12 credit hours must be taken during thesummer term to qualify as a full-time student for financial aidand veteran’s purposes.You are a full-time occupational and adult education student,if you are enrolled in 480 contact hours during the fall andspring terms and 180 contact hours during summer term.STANDARDS OF ACADEMIC PROGRESS -<strong>College</strong> CreditI. Academic Probation 1:A. If your cumulative GPA falls below 2.0 after seven ormore credit hours, you will be placed on AcademicProbation 1.54
sfccB. If you are on Academic Probation 1, you will berequired to attend individual counseling/advisingsessions, restricted to enrolling in not more than 13credit hours, and must have your program of studyapproved by a counselor or advisor prior to yournext registration.C. You will remain on Academic Probation 1 statusuntil your cumulative GPA rises above 2.0 or untilmoved to Academic Probation 2 status.II. Academic Probation 2:A. If you have been placed on Academic Probation 1,you will be placed on Academic Probation 2 if yourGPA for any subsequent term falls below 2.0.B. If you are on Academic Probation 2, you will berequired to attend individual counseling/advisingsessions, be limited to no more than a 13 credithour class load, and be restricted to a prescribedprogram that may include courses to overcome skillsdeficiencies.C. You will remain on Academic Probation 2 statuseach term that your cumulative GPA remains below2.0 unless you are moved to Academic Suspensionstatus.III. Academic Suspension:A. You will be placed on Academic Suspension if yourGPA for any two consecutive terms falls below2.0.B. The period of Academic Suspension is oneterm.C. You may request that the Academic AppealsCommittee review your case.D. While on Academic Suspension, you may audittwo non-developmental courses while receivingassistance in the Tutoring and Learning Center.E. If you are on Academic Suspension, you may notattend college credit classes for the term (a term isdefined as the fall, spring, or summer terms) unlessapproved by review under the following procedure:“Removal of Academic Suspension/Probation.”IV. Removal of Academic Probation/Suspension Status:A. You may be removed from Academic Probation 1status by attaining a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higherduring the current term.B. You may be upgraded from Academic Probation 2to Academic Probation 1 by achieving a term GPAof 2.0 or higher.C. If you are readmitted after Academic Suspension,you will enter on Academic Probation 2 unless yourcumulative GPA is 2.0 or higher.V. Determination of Satisfactory Progress: Determinationof satisfactory progress will be measured at the end ofeach term.VI. Transfer Students - When you transfer to SFCC, yourcumulative GPA is determined by the transfer coursesposted on your transcript. You remain in good standinguntil your transfer credits have been officially evaluatedand become a part of your academic record. In mostcases, this should occur prior to advising/registration foryour first term.NOTE:A. The cumulative GPA does not include collegedevelopmental courses.B. If you are a college credit student who has beensuspended, you may change to an occupationalcertificate program and register for occupationalclasses and be placed in good standing.C. If you transfer into the SFCC Associate in Artsdegree program with less than a 2.0 GPA, you willbe admitted on probation.Occupational CreditI. Occupational Program Probation Procedure:A. If you fail to maintain satisfactory progress towardoccupational program competencies during anyterm, you will be placed on occupational programprobation. Program competencies may includeany state of <strong>Florida</strong> Occupational Program StudentPerformance Standard.B. Any instructor has the right to recommend probationarystatus at any time during your program enrollment.C. Occupational program probation must be for aspecified length of time with specific conditionsfor your remediation assigned in order to have theprobationary status lifted. Conditions of probationare determined by the program instructor and thedepartment chair or division dean.II. Removal of Probation:A. You will be removed from probationary status uponsatisfactory completion of the probation conditions.III. Occupational Program Suspension:A. If you have been placed on occupational programprobation, as determined by the instructor anddepartment chair or division dean and do notcomplete the conditions of probation, you will besuspended from the occupational program.B. Program suspension is for a minimum of two terms.If the suspension occurs prior to mid-term, the termcounts as a term of suspension. If suspension55
sfccoccurs after mid-term, the term does not count as aterm of suspension. A term is defined as fall, spring,or summer enrollment periods.IV. Occupational Appeal Process:A. If you have been placed on suspension froman occupational program, you may appeal yoursuspension through the program instructor, thedepartment chair, and the division dean.STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES - When you register atSFCC, you agree to accept the rules and regulations of the<strong>College</strong>. Refer to the Student Handbook Student Rights andResponsibilities.VETERANS EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS RECIPIENTS -Standards of Progress for Veterans and Other EligiblePersons. If you receive veterans’ benefits, you must adhereto the following Standards of Progress. None of the followingpolicies/procedures affect your right to attend SFCC. Theypertain only to receiving U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs(VA) educational benefits. For more information contact theCounseling and Advising Office by calling (863) 784-7131.Attendance Standards - VA regulations require thatattendance records be kept on you, if you receiveveteran’s benefits and are enrolled in programs notleading to a standard college degree. This includes allapproved certificate and adult education programs. If youreceive veteran’s benefits and accumulate three or moreunexcused absences during any calendar month, you willhave your VA educational benefits terminated. Three tardydays may count as one day of absence and two partialdays absent may count as one day of absence. If you areterminated for excessive absences, you may be reinstatedonce during a given term upon written permission of theprogram director. Any further termination for the samereason will be considered unsatisfactory progress.Academic Standards - The VA Regional Office is notifiedimmediately whenever you receive a grade or gradesof X, N, or W, and credit hours for benefit purposes areadjusted accordingly. These are considered non-punitivegrades and unless extenuating circumstances prevail, youwill be in over-payment for any benefits paid for such acourse or courses from the first day of the term to the daythe grade was assigned.Program Length - You are certified to the VA and paid bythe VA only for those courses required for their particularprogram of study. All degree programs are approved fora specific number of credit hours. You are not certifiedto the VA or paid by the VA for any courses above andbeyond the approved length of the course. Occupationalcertificate programs are measured in clock hours ratherthan credit hours, but the same rule applies.Unsatisfactory Progress - When you are determinedto be making unsatisfactory progress, the payment ofVA educational benefits is suspended until the cause ofthe unsatisfactory progress has been removed, and yourprogram of education is determined to be suited to youraptitudes, interests, and abilities.Following the first term with a GPA below 2.0, you willreceive a notice that you are on academic probation.If you have two or more consecutive terms with a GPAbelow 2.0 for each term, you will have educational benefitsterminated for failure to maintain satisfactory progress.You are cautioned that while you need to maintain aminimum GPA of 2.0 to continue receiving VA benefits,you must also achieve a minimum GPA of 2.0 to graduate.All courses attempted are used to compute the GPA. TheGPA is computed by dividing the sum of the quality pointsby the total number of hours for that particular term. GPAcomputations are done three times each school year,following fall and spring terms and summer term. If youattend only one summer flex session, your GPA will becomputed after that session.WITHDRAWALS - If you are registered for a course forthe third time, you cannot withdraw or be withdrawn by aninstructor with a grade of W. A letter grade A - F must beassigned.<strong>College</strong> Withdrawal - To officially withdraw from the<strong>College</strong>, you must complete a withdrawal form andsubmit it to the Counseling and Advising Office. However,withdrawing from the <strong>College</strong> may not be the best or onlysolution for you.The <strong>College</strong> advises that you discuss thesituation with a counselor/advisor beforebeginning withdrawal procedures.If you are enrolled in a third attempt of any course, youcannot withdraw from this course. A grade must beassigned and will be included in the cumulative GPA.Student Withdrawals (First and Second Attempts Only):<strong>College</strong> Credit - If you enroll in college credit courses,you may drop any course with a full refund until thedrop with refund period ends and withdraw without arefund from your first or second attempt until the lastday for withdrawal. (See Academic Calendar in thefront section of this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.) If you withdrawfrom a developmental course, you must first consulta counselor/advisor. (See <strong>College</strong> DevelopmentalCourse Rule.)56
sfccNOTE: Failure to withdraw or withdrawals made afterthe voluntary withdrawal/drop date may result in a gradeof F. Requests for withdrawal without grade penaltyand/or refund after deadline must be in the form of apetition to the Academic Appeals Committee.Occupational Credit - If you enroll in an occupationalprogram (150-480 contact hours), you may drop acourse with a full refund up to one week after yourregistration. You may withdraw from your first or secondattempt in an occupational credit course at anytime priorto the end of the course with the instructor’s approvalwithout grade penalty. A withdrawal is counted asregistration and only three registrations of any courseare permitted except for the required lab courses thatare repeatable.NOTE: Failure to withdraw or withdrawals withoutinstructor approval will result in an automatic grade ofF. Requests for refund after the deadline must be in theform of a petition to the Academic Appeals Committee.Withdrawal for Academic Reasons - An institutionalwithdrawal for academic reasons may be issued by yourinstructor up to the last date for withdrawal specified inthe catalog. Exception: If you enroll in a college creditor developmental course for the third time, you may notwithdraw. A grade must be assigned. These students willbe identified on the class roster with a registration statuscode of 3 or E.NOTE: Enrollments prior to the 1997 fall term shall not becounted. The three-time repeat limitation excludes coursesthat are designated as repeatable for credit. These mayinclude applied music courses, music ensemble courses,or those required more than once by the program of study.Before an instructor can withdraw you for lack of academicprogress, the following steps must be followed:1. The Instructor must complete and submit an AcademicProgress Report form to the Registrar’s Office.2. The Registrar’s Office will notify you that you are indanger of failing or being withdrawn from the coursefor lack of academic progress and will request thatyou meet with the instructor as soon as possible. Awarning notice, sent to you in your third attempt, willindicate that you will receive a grade for the courseand are not permitted to withdraw from the course.3. Ten (10) school days from the date of a warning,the instructor may withdraw you in your first orsecond attempt from the course if you do not havea mathematical chance of passing the course. Theinstructor may not withdraw you in your third attempt.Withdrawal for Lack of Attendance - Your instructorhas the authority to withdraw you for lack of attendanceup to the last date for withdrawal specified in the catalogprovided it is not your third attempt in a college credit ordevelopmental course. The instructor may withdraw youfor lack of attendance upon completing the following:1. The instructor must provide you with a writtenstatement of the course attendance policy during thefirst week of class and must orally explain the policy.This constitutes the first warning.2. The instructor must complete and submit a ClassAbsence Report form to the Registrar’s Office.3. The Registrar’s Office will notify you that you are indanger of being withdrawn/failing the course for lackof attendance. It is your responsibility to meet withyour instructor within ten (10) school days. A warningnotice, sent to you in your third attempt, will indicatethat you are not permitted to withdraw from the course.4. Ten (10) school days from the date of notification, theinstructor may withdraw you if it is your first or secondattempt. The instructor may not withdraw you in yourthird attempt.5. If extenuating circumstances occur after the withdrawaldate, you may petition to the Academic AppealsCommittee to request a withdrawal from the class witha grade of W.STUDENT DIRECTORY INFORMATION - Federalregulations requires each institution to determine directoryinformation that may be released without the student’sconsent, unless the student has specifically requested thatsome or all of the information not be released. SFCC hasidentified the following as directory information:• student name;• dates of attendance;• academic program;• honors received (president’s and vice president’slist, cum laude, etc.);• degree received and date conferred;• lists of prospective graduates;• participation in officially recognized activities andsports; and• weight and height of athletic team members.NOTE: Although SFCC has designated student directoryinformation, it will appear only in SFCC-generatedinformation such as the commencement ceremonyprograms, SFCC publications, student IDs (ID Card), andnews releases of awards. In addition, students’ names andaddresses will be given to selected institutions of highereducation for recruiting purposes and to branches of theU.S. military in accordance with federal guidelines.57
sfccNOTIFICATION OF SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (SSN)COLLECTION AND USE - In compliance with <strong>Florida</strong>Statute <strong>11</strong>9.071(5), SBE Rule 6A-1.0955(3)(e), SFCCissues this notification regarding the purpose of thecollection and use of your SSN.SFCC collects your SSN for use in performance of the<strong>College</strong>’s duties and responsibilities. To protect your identity,SFCC will secure your SSN from unauthorized access.SFCC will never release your SSN to unauthorized parties,and each student at SFCC will be issued a unique studentidentification number. Your unique student identificationnumber is used for all educational purposes at SFCCincluding registration, access of your online record.Federal legislation relating to the Hope Tax Credit, IRC Section25A, requires that all postsecondary institutions report theSSN of all postsecondary students to the Internal RevenueService (IRS). This IRS requirement makes it necessary forcommunity colleges to collect the SSN of every student. Astudent may refuse to disclose his/her SSN to the <strong>College</strong>, butrefusing to comply with the federal requirement may result infines established by the IRS.In addition to the federal reporting requirements, thepublic school system in <strong>Florida</strong> uses the SSN as a studentidentifier. This use is authorized in 229.559 <strong>Florida</strong> Statuteand in 1008.386 School Code Section. In a seamlessK-20 educational system, it is beneficial for postsecondaryinstitutions to have access to the same information forpurposes of tracking and assisting students in the transitionfrom one educational level to the next. All SSN areprotected by federal regulations and are never released tounauthorized parties.Athletics Department - If you are awarded ascholarship through the Athletics Department buthave not yet been officially admitted to the <strong>College</strong>and assigned a <strong>College</strong> ID, your SSN will be usedto report the award.Corporate and Continuing Education/DriverEducation Program - According to <strong>Florida</strong> stateeducation reporting requirements, you mustsubmit your SSN when enrolling in Corporate andContinuing Education Driver Eduction classes. Inaddition, the Driver Education Program is requiredto provide your SSN to the Department of HighwaySafety and Motor Vehicles after completion ofspecific courses. For professional developmentand licensing classes, your SSN is used forstate licensure reporting requirements. For adulteducation and workforce grant-funded programs,your SSN is used as an identifier for programenrollment and completion.Financial Aid Office - The Financial Aid Officeat SFCC requires that you submit your SSN onvarious forms to correctly identify you, match yourfinancial aid record with your student record, and tohelp coordinate state and federal aid programs. TheFinancial Aid Office collects SSNs as mandated bythe following: 20USC 1078; 20 ESC sections 1090,1091 and 1092; Section 483 of the Higher EducationAct of 1965 (collection of SSNs of students andparents); 34 CFR 668.16 (administrative use); 34CFR 668.33 (verify residency); 34 CFR 668.36(verify with FAFSA).Human Resources and Payroll Offices - The<strong>College</strong>’s Human Resources and Payroll Officescollect your SSN for the following purposes:classification of accounts; identification andverification; credit worthiness; billing and payments;data collection, reconciliation, tracking, benefitprocessing and tax reporting; and for fingerprintsubmissions to the <strong>Florida</strong> Department of LawEnforcement. Your SSN is also used as a uniquenumeric identifier and may be used for searchpurposes. Providing your SSN is a condition ofemployment at SFCC.Institutional Effectiveness Office - TheInstitutional Effectiveness Office uses your SSNfor data collection and required annual state andfederal reporting.Outreach Programs - The <strong>College</strong> Reach-OutProgram (CROP) collects your SSN to track yourprogress for outcome data.SFCC Foundation - The SFCC Foundation collectsyour SSN for the following purposes: as a uniquenumeric identifier and for reporting scholarshiprecipients to the <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Educationand the <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong> Foundation.Your SSN is also required by certain scholarshipdonors in accordance with their trust or scholarshipagreements.Records Maintenance and Privacy Guidelines - TheRegistration Department maintains permanent educationalrecords for any of you who have ever enrolled at SFCC.Your educational record may contain an application foradmission, high school and/or college transcripts, theSFCC academic record or transcript, authorized changesto the record and other documentation appropriate to yourenrollment at the <strong>College</strong>.Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) -FERPA is a federal law that applies to educational agenciesand institutions that receive funding under a programadministered by the U.S. Department of Education. Thestatute is found at 20 U.S.C. 1232g and the department’sregulations are found at 34 CFR Part 99. Under FERPA,schools must generally grant you, if you are attending apost-secondary institution, access to your educationalinformation, an opportunity to seek and have your recordsamended, and some control over the disclosure ofinformation from the records.58
sfccFERPA requires the <strong>College</strong> to protect the privacy of yourrecord information with regard to access to your collegerecords, the release of such records, and the opportunityto challenge records should they be inaccurate, misleading,or inappropriate. No information, other than the datadetermined to be “directory information” can be provided toa custodial parent, non-custodial parent, or other third partywithout your permission unless very specific criteria havebeen met.FERPA requires the <strong>College</strong> to establish a policy with regardto the data items that can be released to third parties uponrequest, and to establish the procedures for the release ofsuch information. You have the option of making your “file”and “data” confidential. If you choose to have your datamarked as confidential, you are identified in the studentinformation system, and your information is excluded fromthe <strong>College</strong>’s directory information.Disclosure of Education Records -The <strong>College</strong> must:1. have your written consent prior to the disclosure ofeducational records.2. ensure that the consent is signed and dated andstates the purpose of the disclosure.The <strong>College</strong> may disclose education records without priorconsent when:1. the disclosure is to college officials who have beendetermined to have a legitimate educational interests.2. you are seeking or intending to enroll in anothercollege/university.3. the disclosure is to state or local education authoritiesauditing or enforcing federal or state supportededucation programs or enforcing federal laws whichrelate to those programs.4. the disclosure is to your parents, if you are a dependentfor income tax purposes.5. the disclosure is in connection with determiningeligibility, amounts and terms for financial aid, orenforcing the terms and conditions of financial aid.6. the disclosure is pursuant to lawfully issued courtorder or subpoena.7. the information disclosed has been appropriatelydesignated as directory information by the <strong>College</strong>.Parent Access to Records - Your records may be releasedto your parent (either custodial or non-custodial) withoutyour prior approval only when a SFCC parent informationrequest form has been completed. This form requires therequesting party to attach documentation that verifies thatyou were claimed as a dependent student on the mostrecently filed IRS tax return. (Copies already supplied tothe Financial Aid Office can be used.) Once this form anddocumentation is received, you will be notified of the requestprior to the release of the requested information ten dayshence. Your information is subject to the FERPA guidelineseven if you are below age 18.FERPA permits the <strong>College</strong> to disclose information toa parent, if you are in a health or safety emergency.The <strong>College</strong> is also allowed to inform parents, if you areunder age 21 and have violated any law or its policyconcerning the use or possession of alcohol or a controlledsubstance. A college official may generally share with aparent information that is based on that official’s personalknowledge or observation of you. You may choose to haveyour records provided to a parent, or other third party, ona one-time or one-year basis by completing the StudentRelease of Academic Information form.Health or Safety Emergency - In addition, the <strong>College</strong> isallowed to disclose without your consent education records,including personally identifiable information from thoserecords, to protect your health and safety and that of otherindividuals. At such times, records and information may bereleased to appropriate parties such as law enforcementofficials, public health officials, and trained medicalpersonnel. This exception to FERPA’s general consent ruleis limited to the period of the emergency, and generally doesnot allow for a blanket release of personally identifiableinformation.Disciplinary Records - While your disciplinary records areprotected as education records under FERPA, there arecertain circumstances in which disciplinary records may bedisclosed without your consent. The <strong>College</strong> may discloseto an alleged victim of any crime of violence or non-forciblesex offense the final results of a disciplinary proceedingconducted by the <strong>College</strong> against the alleged perpetratorof that crime. The <strong>College</strong> may disclose to anyone the finalresults of a disciplinary hearing, if it determines that youare an alleged perpetrator of violence or non-forcible sexoffense and with respect to the allegation made againstyou, you have committed a violation of the <strong>College</strong>’ rulesor policies.Law Enforcement Unit Records - Investigative reportsand other records created and maintained by the lawenforcement units are not considered to be educationrecords subject to FERPA. Accordingly, the <strong>College</strong> maydisclose information from law enforcement unit recordsto anyone, including outside law enforcement authorities,without your consent. The Campus Safety Office isresponsible for referring potential or alleged violations oflaw to local police authorities.Directory Information - Directory information may bereleased to the public without your consent followingspecific request procedures. Directory information willnot be released, if you requested in writing to keep yourinformation confidential.59
sfccAt any time you may complete a form in the Records Officeto mark your records as confidential.The SFCC directory information includes:• your name;• date of attendance;• academic program;• honors received (president’s and vice president’slists, cum laude, etc.);• degree received and date conferred;• lists of prospective graduates/graduates;• participation in officially recognized activities andsports; and• weight and height of athletic team members.The <strong>College</strong> reserves the right to provide additionalinformation, such as street address and telephone number,where there is a signed articulation agreement with anotherpost-secondary institution for purposes of recruitment, andin cases that are superseded by the Solomon Amendmentgiving military recruiters access to your recruitinginformation.Any other information is considered to be personallyidentifiable information and cannot be released to a thirdparty, including parents, without your written consent.Directory Requests - The procedure to request SFCCdirectory information is indicated below. Directory informationrequests are not recorded in your individual records.1. The request must be made in writing on the letterheadof the company, agency, or school requesting theinformation.2. If the request is being made by an individual, therequest needs to indicate the name, address, andphone number of the requestor and the reason for therequest.3. Requests for the entire student directory, requestsfrom any military sources under the SolomonAmendment, or requests for a “class” of students,such as all students in any one major, should bedirected to the Records Office.Access to Educational Records -The <strong>College</strong> is required by FERPA to:1. provide you with an opportunity to inspect and reviewyour education records within 45 days of the receipt ofthe request.2. provide you with copies of education records or otherwisemake records available to you if you, for instance, liveoutside of commuting distance of the <strong>College</strong>.3. redact the names and other personally identifiableinformation about other students that may be includedin your education records.Amendment of Educational Records -Under FERPA, the <strong>College</strong> must:1. consider your request to amend inaccurate ormisleading information in your education records;2. offer you a hearing on the matter, if it decides not toamend the records in accordance with the request;and3. offer you a right to place a statement to be kept anddisclosed with the record, if as a result of the hearing,the <strong>College</strong> decides not to amend the record.The <strong>College</strong> is not required to consider requests foramendment under FERPA that:1. seek to change a grade or disciplinary record.2. seek to change the opinions or reflections of a collegeofficial or other person reflected in an education record.You have the right to file a complaint with the U.S.Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the<strong>College</strong> to comply with the requirements of FERPA. Thename and address of the office that administers FERPA is:Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue, SWWashington, DC 20202-5901Questions about the administration of FERPA at SFCC andthe release or amendment of any of your records, should beaddressed to the registrar.Requests Definitions:Change in Records - A written request to change yourrecord. Typical changes include name, address, telephonenumber, social security number, and program code(major). Most changes require you to present appropriatedocumentation.Enrollment Verification - An official college statementindicating term of enrollment and your status (i.e., full orpart time).Transfer Credit Evaluation - A statement of all courseworkand grades accepted from another post-secondaryinstitution. Transcript evaluation summary is availableonline at www.southflorida.edu on the Records menu.Non-Release of Directory Information - A requestsubmitted for non-release of directory information bycompleting a form in the SFCC Records’ Office. Thisnon-release request will remain in effect until you requesta removal of the non-release hold.Official Transcripts - A written request is needed foran official copy of your academic record. There is a$5 fee for each official hard-copy transcript requested.Electronic transcripts are free.60
sfccSTUDENT INFORMATIONGraduation Ceremony ProceduresHighlands Campus BookstoreHighlands Campus CafeteriaCareer Planning, Placement, and Co-op Education CenterJob Placement Student ServicesJob Placement Employer ServicesDisabled Student ServicesEqual Access/Equal Opportunity (EA/EO)Student Conduct and DisciplineInitiating Changes at the <strong>College</strong>Learning Resources Center (LRC)The LibraryThe Tutoring and Learning Center (TLC)eLearningPanther AthleticsStudent ActivitiesSupport ServicesStudent Rights and Code of ConductStudents’ Right to Know Information61
sfccStudent InformationGRADUATION CEREMONY PROCEDURES - The SFCCCommencement ceremony is held in May of each year (seeAcademic Calendar). If you have completed graduationrequirements in the fall or spring term or have applied forgraduation for the summer term, you are invited to participatein the ceremony. However, if you have applied for graduationin May, but have not completed all graduation requirements,you cannot be recognized for honors or high honors duringthe graduation ceremony.If you plan to participate in the graduation ceremony, you mustcomplete the following pregraduation procedures:1. Obtain an Application for Graduation from theCounseling and Advising Office.2. Meet with a counselor/advisor/program manager fora graduation requirement check to ensure eligibility tograduate.3. Complete the Application for Graduation form.4. Pay the graduation fee by the deadline date stated inthe Academic Calendar.HIGHLANDS CAMPUS BOOKSTORE - The SFCCBookstore is located on the first floor in Building B. TheBookstore carries all required textbooks and supplies.Textbooks may be purchased at each SFCC Campus/Center at the beginning of each term. Textbooks can alsobe purchased on the bookstore’s Web site http://www.southfloridabookstore.com/. When purchasing textbooksand other class materials, please be sure that you have theright textbook for your class prior to breaking any shrinkwrap or packaging materials as opened packages can notbe returned. Highlands Campus Bookstore hours are from8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m. to2 p.m. on Fridays. During registration, hours are extended.Textbooks may be returned only if the cash register receiptis available, the textbooks are undamaged, and the return iswithin the Drop with Refund Period (See Bookstore Policy).The Highlands Campus Bookstore purchases used textbooksif the books are in reasonable condition and the <strong>College</strong> hasan immediate need for them.HIGHLANDS CAMPUS CAFETERIA - The Cafeteria/SnackBar (Kelly’s Korner) is located in the Joseph E. JohnstonMemorial Student Center. Breakfast and lunch are availabledaily. Highlands Campus Cafeteria hours are from 7:30 a.m. to1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hours vary in the summerand are posted in the Cafeteria.CAREER PLANNING, PLACEMENT, AND CO-OP EDUCA-TION CENTER - The Campus Career Center maintainsinformational resources to assist you in choosing career goals,majors, colleges, and life directions, and to learn the stepsthat lead toward those goals. User-friendly computerizedassessments of your interests, values, personality and otherrelevant factors are available.Job Placement Student Services - The Job Placementand Co-op Center offers a variety of job-finding servicesto fit your needs:• Access to hundreds of local area job openings.• One-on-one consulting on resume writing, interviewingand job-search techniques.• On-campus employer recruiting.• Annual community-wide job fairs.• Resume referral service.• Career Resources Library.Books, videos and multimedia software on these topicsare also available:Interest SurveysCareer StrategiesFinancial AidInterviewingResumesJob SearchingOccupationsEmployers and SalariesJob Placement Employer Services -The Job Placementand Co-op Center provides many avenues for employersto fulfill their recruitment needs:• Full-time or part-time (free) job listing service.• On-campus recruiting opportunities.• Annual Job Fairs and featured seminars.• Recruit students from specific training programs.• Fax and electronic resume referral service.DISABLED STUDENT SERVICES - In keeping with the<strong>College</strong>’s open door philosophy and in accordance withsection 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amendedand the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, SFCCprovides reasonable accommodations to educational/training opportunities for otherwise qualified individuals withdocumented disabilities. It is your responsibility to self-identifywith the disability specialist and provide the <strong>College</strong> withappropriate documentation of the disabling condition. If youchoose not to self-identify, you may be ineligible for servicesand/or accommodations.Services include but are not limited to: admission andregistration assistance, special campus orientation, notetaking, tutoring, testing accommodations, readers, mobilityaids, course substitutions and assistive technology.More information is available by contacting the disabilityspecialist located at the Counseling and Advising Office inBuilding B or by calling (863) 784-7176.62
sfccEQUAL ACCESS/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EA/EO) - SFCCpledges to provide equal access to education and employmentopportunity to all regardless of race, color, religion, gender,national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation,and sexual orientation. The <strong>College</strong> adheres to federal andstate laws that control equal access/equal opportunity. Thispledge covers all aspects of the educational and employmentrelationship with our students and employees. Concernsregarding this pledge are to be addressed to the EA/EO studentcoordinator (863) 784-7107.STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE - SFCC has theright and the duty to protect its educational activities and itsstudents through the reasonable regulation of your conductand the use of the institution’s facilities. The dean of StudentServices or designee is responsible for consideration andaction on all disciplinary problems. All decisions will be basedon college policy. See Student Handbook for additionalinformation.INITIATING CHANGES AT THE COLLEGE - If you havean idea or want to make a request for improvement inthe regulations and conditions governing student life atSFCC, you should make your desires known to the StudentGovernment Association (SGA). The SGA will evaluate theproposal and, through the SGA coordinator and designatedrepresentatives, make suggestions and recommendations toan appropriate member of the college staff for considerationand action.If this process does not result in a mutually acceptableoutcome, you may request that the proposal be reviewed inthe following order:1. The Learning and Student Success Committee;2. The Vice President, Educational and Student Services;3. The President of the <strong>College</strong>; and4. The Board of Trustees.At any step in this process, you may request a recommendationfrom the dean of Student Services of the <strong>College</strong>.LEARNING RESOURCES CENTER (LRC) - The LearningResources Center (LRC) is located on the HighlandsCampus. It includes the Library, media production and theTutoring and Learning Center (TLC) services. The DeSotoand Hardee campuses and the Lake Placid Center each havea library. The purpose of the departments within the LRC is tosupport and supplement the learning activities by providingthe materials, equipment, and staff required to satisfy theinformational and study needs of members of the collegefaculty, staff, students, and residents of the communitiesserved by the <strong>College</strong>.The Library - The Department of Library Services providesmaterials and services to SFCC students, faculty, andstaff, and to community members. The Highlands CampusLibrary is located on the second floor of the LRC. Librariesare also maintained on the DeSoto and Hardee campusesand at the Lake Placid Center. All SFCC libraries collectand circulate books and audio/visual items; journals,magazines and newspapers are available for reading onsite. The Library collection also includes several thousandfull-text electronic books (e-books).Computers in each library provide access to the SFCCLibrary catalog, other library catalogs, and World WideWeb sites, as well as word processing, spreadsheetsand other desktop applications. The Library subscribesto useful online databases to support SFCC coursework.You may access Library online products from any placeat any time by entering your Library card number at theLibrary Web page.Reference assistance is available in person, by phone,and via e-mail, from staff at the Highlands Campus LibraryReference Desk. Librarians provide library skills instructionto classes at all SFCC campuses/center, at instructors’requests. You are welcome to contact the SFCC librarianswith questions on the use of our materials and services.Interlibrary loan arrangements enable the SFCC Library tolocate and request books from other libraries for your use.You are highly encouraged to visit our libraries for reading,studying, and research throughout the day. We strive tocreate pleasant, welcoming environments and to providesupport for student success.The Highlands Campus Library is open from 7:45 a.m.to 9:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 7:45 a.m. to 4p.m., Friday; and 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, excluding holidays.Special hours are posted as needed. Libraries at theDeSoto, Hardee, and Lake Placid sites are open whenthe campus or center is in operation.The Tutoring and Learning Center (TLC) - Our staffwelcomes you to the SFCC Tutoring and Learning Center(TLC). The personnel, state of the art equipment, andfacilities support academic success by providing servicesto all currently enrolled students and to those studentsparticipating in approved programs.The TLC is located on the first floor of the LearningResources Center (LRC), on the Highlands Campus. Itconsists of the Open Lab, Mathematics Lab, and Writing/English Lab.The TLC maintains daytime and evening hours, Mondaythrough Friday. It is a welcoming place where you can study,check e-mail, use computer assisted modules, work withprofessional lab specialists and peer tutors, attend privatetutoring sessions, receive assistance from mathematics,writing/English and reading faculty members, organizestudy groups, or just find a helping hand.This state-of-the-art facility has Internet accessiblecomputers, diagnostic learning tools, and educational63
sfccsoftware that you can use at the TLC or, in some cases,at home. You can come to the TLC to finish homework,do Internet research, or improve your math, reading, andwriting skills.The Open Lab is available from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Mondaythrough Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays. TheMath Lab and Writing/English Lab have more flexiblehours that change from term to term dependent on suchvariables as student usage, student demand for servicesand staffing availability. The operating hours are postedeach term outside of the respective labs. Every effort ismade to meet the current needs of our students in regardsto these operating hours.<strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong> also offers onlinetutoring to all students. To access this resource, pleasefollow the steps below. For any challenges or questions,please contact your eLearning Help Desk at onlinehelp@southflorida.edu or (863) 784-7017.1. Launch your Internet browser (Internet Explorer, Safari,etc.);2. Go to http://www.smarthinking.com/;3. In the “Username” box, type your username (PantherDen online e-mail address) smithj@online.southflorida.edu; and4. In the “Password” box, type in your password (originaldefault is: 1234).eLearning - Located on the first floor of the LRC,eLearning is available to assist you in enhancingclassroom presentations by helping you chooseappropriate technology and assist in creating a varietyof audio and visual materials, including video taping,computer graphics, and digital photography. Requestsneed to be made at least three weeks in advance, and youare charged only for the materials used. eLearning also canassist you with questions relating to SFCC student e-mail,online course resources, online tutoring and academictechnology challenges.PANTHER ATHLETICS - SFCC offers intercollegiate athleticprograms in women’s softball, women’s volleyball andmen’s baseball. SFCC is an National Junior <strong>College</strong> AthleticAssociation (NJCAA) affiliate participating as a Division Icommunity college in the Suncoast (<strong>South</strong>ern - Baseball)Conference of <strong>Florida</strong>. Athletic scholarships are offered ineach of the <strong>College</strong>’s three sports.The home facilities for Panther Athletics are Panther Gym(volleyball) and Panther Field (baseball/softball). Moreinformation regarding Panther Athletics can be found on ourSFCC Web site under “Athletics.”STUDENT ACTIVITIES - You may participate in a varietyof college clubs and organizations, cultural events, games,intercollegiate athletics, and other programs. Many of theseactivities are supported by student activity fees. You areencouraged to participate in the <strong>College</strong>’s decision-makingprocesses through active involvement in the StudentGovernment Association (SGA) as either a representativefrom a club, academic division, or campus or as an SGAappointee to a college-wide committee such as: thecurriculum committee, student judicial committee, or programadvisory committee. Information about various activities canbe found in the Student Handbook or from the SGA Office,or at any campus or center.SUPPORT SERVICES - SFCC provides a variety of supportservices designed to reinforce your academic skills. Theseservices are further outlined in the Student Handbook whichmay be obtained from Student Services in Building B or atany campus or center.STUDENT RIGHTS AND CODE OF CONDUCT - Yourstudent rights are ensured by Part 99 of Title 34 of the Codeof Federal Regulations, the Family Educational Rights andPrivacy Act (FERPA) and Section 1002.22 <strong>Florida</strong> Statutes.I. Primary RightsII.A. Right to inspect and review your education records.B. Right to seek to amend your education records.C. Right to have some control over the disclosure ofinformation from your education records.DefinitionsA. “Student” means any person who is attending orwho has attended SFCC.B. Student education records are any record (inhandwriting, print, tapes, film or other medium)maintained by SFCC or an agent of the <strong>College</strong>which is directly related to a student, except:1. Sole possession records are those maintainedby an administrator, member of the DistrictBoard of Trustees, faculty or staff provided onlythe maker of the record has access to them.2. Records created and maintained by the SFCCLaw Enforcement unit for a law enforcementpurpose.3. Employment records provided employment isnot contingent upon enrollment and providedthe record is used only in relation to theindividual’s employment.4. Medical records made and maintained inconnection with treatment and disclosed onlyto individuals providing treatment.5. Alumni records that only contain informationabout an individual after he or she is no longera student.64
sfccC. Personally identifiable information includes, but isnot limited to:1. Your name.2. Name of your parents or other family members.3. Your address or your family’s address.4. A personal identifier, such as your social securitynumber or generated identification number.5. A list of personal characteristics or otherinformation that would make your identity easilytraceable.III. Annual Notification RequirementYou are notified of your FERPA rights through theSFCC <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong> and Student Handbook whichare published annually and distributed to each newstudent during orientation and each continuing studentat registration. A Student Records brochure is also givento each new student during orientation.These publications are available in the Welcome Centeron each campus and online.IV. Procedure to Inspect Education RecordsA. You must submit a written request to inspect andreview your education records to the SFCC registrar.The request shall identify as precisely as possible therecord or records you wish to inspect.B. Inspection and review of education records shalltake place in the Student Services building onthe Highlands Campus or other center/campuslocations. If you cannot come to one of theselocations, you may request that copies be made andmailed. There are no fees for copying and mailingof documents.C. The registrar shall make arrangements for access aspromptly as possible and notify you of the time andplace where the records may be inspected. Accessmust be given in 30 days or less from the receiptof the request. Proper identification such as a validdrivers license must be presented before inspectionis allowed. The request for access or release shallbe retained in your file.V. Refusal to Provide CopiesWhile SFCC cannot deny you access to your educationrecords, it may deny you a copy of such records if:A. You have an unpaid financial obligation to the<strong>College</strong>.B. An unresolved disciplinary action against you ispending.VI. Disclosure of Education RecordsSFCC will disclose personally identifiable information fromyour education records ONLY with your written consent.Exception – SFCC may disclose educational records toschool officials who have a legitimate educational interest inthe records. School officials are defined as:A. A person employed by the <strong>College</strong> in an administrative,supervisory, academic, or support staff position or awork study student in the office where the educationrecord is maintained.B. A person appointed to the SFCC District Board ofTrustees.C. A person employed by or under contract to the<strong>College</strong> to perform a specific task, such as the collegeattorney, auditor, or consultant.D. A student serving as a student representative on acollege committee.Each of these school officials will be properly informedof his or her responsibility to protect your rights andconfidentiality of your education records before accessis given. A school official has a legitimate educationalinterest, if the official is:A. Performing a task specified in his/her positiondescription or contract.B. Performing a task related to your education.C. Performing a task related to your discipline.D. Providing a service or benefit relating to you oryour family, such as health care, counseling, jobplacement, or financial aid.Exception – SFCC may disclose educational records tothe following:A. Upon request to officials of another school in whichyou seek or intend to enroll.B. To certain officials of the U.S. Department ofEducation, the Comptroller General, and stateand local educational authorities, in connectionwith certain state or federally supported educationprograms.C. In connection with your request for, or receipt of,financial aid as necessary to determine the eligibility,amount, or conditions of the financial aid, or to enforcethe terms and conditions of the aid.D. If required by a state law requiring disclosureadopted before November 19, 1994.E. To organizations conducting certain studies for oron behalf of the <strong>College</strong>.65
sfccF. To accrediting organizations to carry out theirfunctions.G. To comply with a judicial order or a lawfully issuedsubpoena. SFCC shall make a reasonable attemptto notify you before responding to a judicial orderor lawfully issued subpoena.H. To appropriate parties in a health or safetyemergency.I. For directory information as identified by SFCC.(See Directory Information).J. To an alleged victim of a crime of violence the resultsof the disciplinary proceeding conducted by the<strong>College</strong> against the alleged perpetrator.VII. Record of Requests for DisclosureSFCC maintains a record of all requests for and/ordisclosure of information from your education recordsexcept for requests from a school official, a party seekingdirectory information, or your parents, if you are under18 years of age. This record will indicate the name of theparty making the request, any additional party to whom itmay be redisclosed, and the legitimate interest the partyhad in requesting or obtaining the information. This recordbecomes a part of your education record.VIII.Directory InformationSFCC may release information classified as directoryinformation without your written permission. The followinginformation has been classified as directory information:• name;• dates of attendance;• academic program;• honors received (president’s and vice president’slist, cum laude, etc.);• degree received and date conferred;• lists of prospective graduates;• participation in officially recognized activities andsports; and• weight and height of athletic team members.The <strong>College</strong> may disclose any of these items without priorwritten consent, unless you have requested non-releaseof directory information.IX. Non-release of Directory InformationYou may request non-release of directory information attime of registration each term. You may also make thisrequest during the term in the Registrar’s Office or at oneof the other SFCC locations. Once requested, non-releaseshall be maintained until you request that it be removed.X. Limited Access RecordsLimited Access Records include all information notspecifically identified as directory information. Thisencompasses records of admission, enrollment, personalcounseling, disciplinary action, finance, financial aid, health,placement, and testing.The registrar is authorized to release limited accessrecords under the conditions outlined below:A. Student Request -1. You may authorize release of limited accessinformation by signing a written request(personal letter or request form generatedeither by SFCC or any other organization).2. A copy of the request will be retained by theCustodian of the Record.B. Request of Parents/Guardians of StudentsUnder 18 - The parent/guardian presents properidentification and proof that the you are under 18to the custodian/designee.C. Request of SFCC Faculty/Administrative Staff -Information is released on a “need-to-know” basis.D. Court Subpoena -1. Information will be released upon receipt of asubpoena presented by a court of competentjurisdiction.2. Prior to release of the information, thecustodian will notify you by certified letter ofthe information requested by the court. (NOTE:The <strong>College</strong> is not required to give you priornotice when responding to a federal Grand Jurysubpoena or other law enforcement subpoenathat requires that you not be informed of theexistence of the subpoena.)E. <strong>State</strong> of <strong>Florida</strong> Public <strong>College</strong>/University - Limitedaccess records will be released to another publiccollege or university in the state of <strong>Florida</strong> on writtenor electronic request.F. Emergency - Information may be released to properauthorities when needed to protect the life, health,or safety of you or other persons.XI. Amendment of Educational RecordsYou have the right to request to have an education recordcorrected that you believe is inaccurate, misleading,or in violation of your privacy rights. The following areprocedures for correction of these records:A. You must submit a written request to the SFCCregistrar to amend a record. You should identify thepart of the record you want changed and specifywhy you believe it is inaccurate, misleading or inviolation of your privacy or other rights.66
sfccB. SFCC may or may not comply with the request. Theregistrar will notify you of the decision. If the <strong>College</strong>decides not to comply, the registrar will advise you ofyour right to a hearing to challenge the informationbelieved to be inaccurate, misleading, or in violationof your rights.C. Upon request, SFCC will arrange for a hearing,and notify you, reasonably in advance, of the date,place, and time of the hearing.D. The hearing will be conducted by a hearing officerwho is a disinterested party; however, the hearingofficer may be an official of the institution. You shallbe afforded a full and fair opportunity to presentevidence relevant to the issues raised in the originalrequest to amend your education record. You maybe assisted by one or more individuals, includingan attorney.E. SFCC will prepare a written decision based solely onthe evidence presented at the hearing. The decisionwill include a summary of the evidence presentedand the reasons for the decision.F. If SFCC decides that the challenged informationis not inaccurate, misleading or in violation of yourright of privacy, it will notify you that you have a rightto place a statement in the record commenting onthe challenge information and/or a statement settingforth reasons for disagreeing with the decision.G. The statement will be maintained as a part of youreducation records as long as the contested portionis maintained. If SFCC discloses the contestedportion of the record, it must also disclose thestatement.H. If SFCC decides that the information is inaccurate,misleading, or in violation of your right of privacy, itwill amend the record and notify you, in writing, thatthe record has been amended.XII. Right to File a ComplaintIf you feel that your right to privacy under FERPA hasbeen violated, you may file a complaint with the U.S.Department of Education. The complaint must be filedwithin 180 days of the date of the alleged violation or ofthe date that you knew or reasonably should have knownof it. To file a complaint, you shall contact:XIII. Code of ConductFamily Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue, SWWashington, DC 20202-4605(202) 260-3877When you are admitted to SFCC, you are subject to thejurisdiction of the <strong>College</strong> during your enrollment. As amember of the college community, you are expectedto act responsibly in all areas of personal and socialconduct. You are responsible for the observance of allSFCC District Board of Trustees’ policies and proceduresas published in the catalog, the Student Handbook, andother college information bulletins. Violation of any ofthese rules may lead to disciplinary action in accordancewith prescribed procedures for the handling of disciplinarycases and may range from reprimand to expulsion fromthe <strong>College</strong>. See details on conduct and due process inthe current student handbook.XIV. Freedom of Inquiry and ExpressionStudents and student organizations are free to examineand to discuss all questions of interest to them and toexpress opinions publicly and privately. You are free tosupport causes by orderly, peaceable, and acceptablemeans which do not disrupt the regular and essentialoperations of the <strong>College</strong>.When anyone wishes to invite a speaker to the SFCCcampus, certain rules must be met by the inviting personor persons. Any speaker, entertainer, consultant, orother person(s) not employed by the <strong>College</strong> or enrolledin the <strong>College</strong>, invited or uninvited to the campus forthe purpose of addressing, entertaining, consulting, orotherwise contacting any group of students, faculty, orother employees of the <strong>College</strong>, must have the approvalof the President of SFCC or designated representativein advance of the visit. The approval or disapproval shallbe obtained from the President or designee upon writtenrequest. If the person or persons desire to come oncampus uninvited, then it will be the responsibility of theperson or persons to secure the approval or disapprovalof the President in advance of the visit.The institutional control of the campus facilities will notbe used as an instrument of censorship. In cases wherethere is a reasonable prediction of disruption on thecampus, because of the controversial nature of a speakeror the speaker’s subject, or both, an invitation may bewithheld. It is the responsibility of the persons who inviteoutside speakers to make it clear to the <strong>College</strong> andoutside community that all views expressed are not thoseof the students, faculty, or employees of SFCC.XV. Protection of Freedom of ExpressionYou are free to take reasoned exception to the dataor views offered in any course of study and to reservejudgment about matters of opinion; however, you areresponsible for learning the content of any course ofstudy in which you are enrolled.XVI.Protection Against Improper DisclosureInformation about student views, beliefs, and politicalassociations which instructors, counselors, and advisorsacquire in the course of your work is consideredconfidential.67
sfccStudents’ Right to KnowInformationTo provide you with information related to attending SFCC,the following reports, policies and general information areavailable to you upon request from the Office of the Dean ofStudent Services, Cornelius Complex Room B274, Avon Park.In addition, much of this information is directly accessible onthe SFCC Web site at www.southflorida.edu. Student PrivacyInformation: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act(FERPA) provides certain privacy rights to you related toeducation records. This information can also be found in this<strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>. <strong>College</strong> Graduation and Placement Rates:This information concerns the completion/graduation andplacement rates of all full-time students entering college. Atable of graduation rates is also available from the Office ofEnrollment Management or the Office of Institutional Research.Campus Crime Report and Safety Policies: Crime statisticsare reported annually. Safety information is available in theSFCC Student Handbook or addendum. Information regardingsexual predators or offenders attending or employed by aninstitution of higher learning may be obtained from the local lawenforcement agency, the FDLE hotline (888) FL-PREDATORor (888) 357-7332, or the FDLE Web site at www.fdle.state.fl.us/ sexual predators. Drug Free Campus: This informationis provided at the time of admission or employment at SFCC.See current student handbook for greater detail. FinancialAssistance Information: This information can be found in this<strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong> or is available from the Financial Aid Office,Cornelius Complex, Room B173. Athletic Participation andFinancial Support Report and Data: This information can beobtained from the Athletic Director, Building E, Avon Park.Voter Registration Information: Voter registration forms areavailable from the Records Office in Avon Park, any SFCCCenter, or from your county Supervisor of Elections Office.SFCC encourages all students who are 18 years of age andU.S. Citizens to register to vote.68
sfccASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREEAssociate in Arts Degree ProgramCore Degree RequirementsCompetency Requirements for the A.A. DegreeA.A. Degree Completion ProceduresForeign LanguageGeneral Education Requirements for the A.A. DegreeGeneral Education OutcomesGeneral Education Requirements<strong>College</strong> Developmental Course Rule<strong>College</strong> Entrance Testing and Placement ProceduresThe Honors Program at SFCCWriting and Computation Course RequirementsAssociate in Arts Transfer Plans - University Transfer69
sfccAssociate in ArtsDegree ProgramSFCC is committed to a comprehensive university-transferprogram that provides opportunities for intellectual, cultural,and social growth along with specialized learning.SFCC awards the Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) uponcompletion of a prescribed two-year program whichis designed for transfer to the upper division of publicuniversities and colleges. According to the <strong>Florida</strong> ArticulationAgreement, earning an A.A. degree indicates that you havemet the general education requirements for admission tothe upper division of <strong>Florida</strong>’s public universities and will beadmitted with full junior standing, provided you have met thestate competencies requirements or qualified for competencyalternatives, paid all fees, and met academic standards. Youshould investigate transfer requirements of the upperdivision school or college you plan to attend as earlyas possible in order to fit the appropriate courses intoyour program at SFCC.If you have completed specialized prerequisites, you are ableto continue that specialty at the transfer institution. Shouldyou not maintain continuous enrollment, you will be subjectto all new rules and regulations adopted by the <strong>College</strong> sinceyour last admission date.The A.A. degree is awarded, if you meet the followingrequirements:1. Applied for graduation and paid the graduation fee;2. Completed a total of 60 or more hours of college creditcourses which includes 36 credit hours of generaleducation requirements and 24 credit hours of electives(See General Education Requirements);3. Completed a minimum of 15 college credit hours atSFCC in the A.A. degree program;4. Achieved a minimum of 2.0 GPA in the SFCC <strong>College</strong>credit hours completed that are applicable towardgraduation as well as a minimum 2.0 cumulativeaverage;5. Successfully completed 12 college credit hours ofcourses in which you are required to demonstratewriting skills. (See reference to the <strong>State</strong> Boardof Education Rule 6A-010.30(2)(a) in this <strong>College</strong><strong>Catalog</strong>.) Additionally, completed six college credithours of math coursework at the level of <strong>College</strong>Algebra or higher. Successful completion is defined asa grade of C or higher for each of the courses underthis item;6. Fulfilled all financial obligations to the <strong>College</strong>.Core Degree RequirementsAll associate’s degrees at SFCC include a basic core ofgeneral education courses from the areas of humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences, and natural sciences/mathematics. If you are graduating with an associate’sdegree, you must demonstrate competencies in reading,writing, speech communication, fundamental mathematicalskills and the basic use of computers as follows: (1) reading- achieve the “college level” score on a college placementtest or pass REA 0002C; (2) writing - earn a passing gradeof C or higher in ENC <strong>11</strong>01; (3) fundamentals of speechcommunication - earn a passing grade in SPC 2608; (4)fundamental mathematical skills - achieve the “college level”score on a college placement test and pass the mathematicscourse included in your degree curriculum with a grade ofC or higher; (5) basic use of computers - have a passinggrade in a computer course on a high school transcript, earna grade of D or higher in a computer course at the <strong>College</strong>,or pass a competency test administered by the ComputerScience Department.Competency Requirementsfor the A.A. DegreeTo demonstrate continuing concern for institutionalaccountability and effectiveness, as well as performancestandards for student learning outcomes, the Legislaturemaintained the current exemptions listed here as evidence ofappropriate college level communication and mathematicsskills required to meet degree requirements.If you graduate after July 1, 2009, the following alternativeswill fulfill the competency requirements in addition to othercurrent requirements for the A.A. degree:1. American <strong>College</strong> Testing Program (ACT):a. Math - Achieve 21 or above on the enhanced ACT inmath or on the original ACT.b. Reading - Achieve 22 or above on the enhanced ACTin reading or a score of 20 or above on the compositeof the original ACT.c. English Language Skills and Essay - Achieve 21 orabove on the enhanced ACT in English or a score of20 or above on the original ACT2. Scholastic Achievement Test (SAT-I):a. Math - Achieve 500 or above on the recentered scorescale, or its equivalent on the original score scale,meets computation requirements.b. Verbal - Achieve 500 or above on the recenteredscore scale, or its equivalent on the original scorescale, meets reading, English language skills andessay requirements.70
sfcc3. <strong>College</strong> Board ACCUPLACER/<strong>College</strong> Placement Test:a. Math - Achieve 91 or above on the elementary algebrameets computation requirements.b. Reading - Achieve 93 or above, meets readingrequirements.c. Writing - Achieve 105 or above, meets writingrequirements.4. Grade Point Average:a. English Language Skills - Achieve a 2.5 GPA in twocourses for a minimum of 6 hours of credit fromENC <strong>11</strong>01 and ENC <strong>11</strong>02 or equivalent college-levelEnglish courses (see list below).b. Math Skills - Achieve a 2.5 GPA in two courses for aminimum of 6 hours of credit from any of the followingmath courses: MAC <strong>11</strong>05 and any other MAC coursewith the last three digits higher than 105; MGF <strong>11</strong>06and any other MGF course with the last three digitshigher than 106; and any STA or equivalent statisticscourse.5. <strong>College</strong> Level Exam Program (CLEP):Achieve minimum acceptable scores as required onEnglish or math exams to be transferred in for degreecredit.6. Waiver by committee for students with documentedspecific learning disabilities and other extenuatingcircumstances.Equivalent courses communication (including Honors):AML <strong>2010</strong> - American Literature I (Honors only)AML 2020 - American Literature IICRW 2001 - Creative WritingENC 2210 - Technical WritingENL 2012 - British Literature IENL 2022 - British Literature IILIT 2<strong>11</strong>0 - World Literature ILIT 2120 - World Literature IIA.A. DegreeCompletion Procedures1. You should contact a counselor, advisor, campus/center director, or the registrar to discuss graduationrequirements. Normally you would graduate under thedegree requirements of the catalog in which you startedor the most recent catalog, but there may be instanceswhen another catalog may be more appropriate.Otherwise, you will graduate under the catalog in effectat the time you were admitted into the program andmaintained continuous enrollment. You may not combinerequirements from more than one catalog.2. The registrar is the official authority responsible forcertifying that all graduation requirements have been met.For graduation (commencement) ceremony procedures,see “Student Information” section of this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.Foreign LanguageSFCC does not require foreign language as a component ofthe associate’s degree. However, foreign language may bean entry requirement for transfer to any of the eleven (<strong>11</strong>)state universities or required for your bachelor’s degree.It would be important for you to speak with someone inSFCC’s Counseling and Advising Office to determine foreignlanguage requirements for your educational goals andinstitution of choice, which you may wish to complete aselective credits towards your degree.Equivalent courses computation (including Honors):MAC <strong>11</strong>05 - <strong>College</strong> AlgebraMAC <strong>11</strong>14 - Plane TrigonometryMAC <strong>11</strong>40 - Precalculus AlgebraMAC <strong>11</strong>47 - Precalculus Algebra/TrigonometryMAC 2233 - Calculus for Business and Social SciencesMAC 23<strong>11</strong> - Calculus I with Analytic GeometryMAC 2312 - Calculus IIMAC 2313 - Calculus IIIMGF <strong>11</strong>06 - Liberal Arts Mathematics IMGF <strong>11</strong>07 - Liberal Arts Mathematics IISTA 2023 - Elementary Statistics71
sfccGeneral Education Requirementsfor the A.A. DegreeThe general education program provides you with the basicknowledge and skills needed to transfer to upper levelinstitutions. Although you may select certain courses withinthese areas, you must complete the minimum requirementsfor each area. To broaden your educational foundation, youare required to take courses in Communication, Humanities,Social Sciences, Science, and Mathematics. These coursesconstitute the General Education Requirements.The <strong>Florida</strong> Articulation Agreement between state-supportedsenior universities and community colleges assures thatwhen you have been certified by this institution as havingcompleted the general education requirements, no furtherlower division general education courses will be required.This, of course, does not preclude the possibility that youmay occasionally need additional prerequisite courses inyour major area of study.You are required to meet with an academic counselor/advisorupon initial enrollment at SFCC. In order to plan courseworkappropriate to a certain major/program, you are encouragedto investigate and discuss transfer requirements with theacademic counselor/advisor as early as possible.GENERAL EDUCATION OUTCOMES:SFCC emphasizes the development of general educationskills for every student. The <strong>College</strong>’s general educationmission is “developing students across the <strong>College</strong> who arewell-informed, self-reliant, globally-responsible citizens byproviding diverse educational opportunities.” In each courseoffered at the <strong>College</strong>, you will be assessed on at least oneof five student general education learning outcomes at oneof these levels of focus:I = Introduced; exposure to the concept for the first time.E = Emphasized; expansion upon previously introducedideas.R = Reinforced; continually refining previously emphasizedideas.Your mastery of the general education outcomes isdetermined by the course instructor, utilizing college-wideevaluative rubrics or instruments designed by your instructorthat incorporate key elements from the rubric.I. You will demonstrate the ability to communicate (read,write, speak, and listen) effectively.A. You will be able to construct an essay thatdemonstrates excellent composition skills including aclear and thought-provoking thesis; appropriate andeffective organization; lively and convincing supportingmaterials; effective sentence skills; and perfect or nearperfect mechanics including spelling, and punctuation(<strong>College</strong>-wide Rubric - Writing).B. You will be able to present a speech that is appropriate forthe purpose, occasion, and audience; contains a clearand identifiable organizational structure and format;uses language that is clear, vivid, and appropriate; andincorporates effective nonverbal behaviors includingeye contact, gestures, facial expressions and posture(<strong>College</strong>-wide Rubric - Speech).II. You will demonstrate the ability to reflect, analyze,synthesize and apply knowledge.A. You will be able to exhibit accurate and fullexplanations of deductive and inductive reasoningprocesses; discern differences and similaritiesamong theories, view information from multipleperspectives; formulate questions; recognize soundand unsound arguments; distinguish facts frominferences and opinions; and demonstrate the abilityto transfer thinking from the classroom to the realworld (<strong>College</strong>-wide Rubric - Critical Thinking).III. You will demonstrate knowledge and application ofmathematical and scientific principles and methods.A. You will be able to identify relevant numericalinformation in mathematical or other concepts; applymathematical and/or basic statistical reasoning toanalyze data and graphs; represent and evaluatebasic mathematical information verbally, numerically,graphically, and symbolically; propose and evaluatesolutions; and apply mathematical concepts to thesolution of real-life problems (<strong>College</strong>-wide Rubric- Mathematics).B. You will be able to explain a scientific or biologicalidea by providing accurate facts; gather and criticallyevaluate data using the scientific method; analyzeand apply scientific data, concepts, and models;evaluate and test a scientific hypothesis; and applyappropriate natural science concepts and theoriesto contemporary issues (<strong>College</strong>-wide Rubric -Science).IV. You will demonstrate the ability to find, evaluate,organize, and use information.A. You will be able to locate and collect sufficient andaccurate information necessary to solve a problemor support an argument; organize information;demonstrate an understanding of sources and typesof information; and analyze information and sourcescritically to determine its quality and utility.B. You will recognize the need for information; identifypotential sources with or without technology;understand that accurate and complete informationis the basis for intelligent decision making; and useinformation ethically and legally (<strong>College</strong>-wide Rubric- Information).72
sfccV. You will be prepared to participate actively as aninformed and responsible citizen in social, cultural,global, and environmental matters.A. You will be able to describe the cultural forces affectingthe traditions of visual and auditory arts, as well associal and historical events in western and nonwesternsocieties; and explain how international cultures,societies, political economics, and the environmentrelate to complex, modern world systems.B. You will be able to demonstrate a mature perspectiveof cultural diversity; explain the complexity of yourown cultural identity; and appreciate your role as amember of the global community (<strong>College</strong>-wideRubric - Global).GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS - A.A. DEGREE(36 hours required)I. COMMUNICATION (9 credit hours) - You must completethe following three (3) courses:ENC <strong>11</strong>01 - Freshman English I or Honors Freshman English I*ENC <strong>11</strong>02 - Freshman English II or Honors Freshman English II*SPC 2608 - Fundamentals of Speech Communication or HonorsFundamentals of Speech Communication*Denotes writing and computation course requirements.These courses require demonstration of college-level writing skillsthrough multiple writing assignments. A minimum grade of C isrequired for courses used to fulfill the writing and computationcourse requirements.II. HUMANITIES (6 credit hours) - You must complete HUM2210 or 2230 and one (1) additional course:AML <strong>2010</strong> - Honors American Literature IAML 2020 - American Literature IIAML 2020 - Honors American Literature IIARH 2000 - Art History Appreciation IARH 2051 - Art History Appreciation IIENL 2012 - British Literature IENL 2012 - Honors British Literature IENL 2022 - British Literature IIENL 2022 - Honors British Literature IIHUM 2210 - Humanities Survey I*HUM 2210 - Honors Humanities Survey I*HUM 2230 - Humanities Survey II*HUM 2230 - Honors Humanities Survey II*IDH 1921 - Honors Symposium I-VIIDH 2001-2006 - Honors Seminar I-VILIT 2<strong>11</strong>0 - World Literature ILIT 2<strong>11</strong>0 - Honors World Literature ILIT 2120 - World Literature IILIT 2120 - Honors World Literature IIMUL 2<strong>11</strong>0 - Music History AppreciationPHI <strong>2010</strong> - Introduction to PhilosophyPHI <strong>2010</strong> - Honors Introduction to PhilosophyREL 2300 - Comparative ReligionTHE <strong>2010</strong> - Theatre History and Appreciation*Denotes writing and computation course requirements.These courses require demonstration of college-level writing skillsthrough multiple writing assignments. A minimum grade of C isrequired for courses used to fulfill the writing and computationcourse requirements.III. SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (6 credit hours)-You must complete POS 1041 and one (1) additionalcourse:AMH 1010 - American History IAMH 1020 - American History IICPO 2001 - Comparative PoliticsCPO 2001 - Honors Comparative PoliticsEUH 1000 - Western Civilization IEUH 1001 - Western Civilization IIINR 2002 - International RelationsPOS 1041 - American National Government*POS 1041 - Honors American National Government*PSY 2012 - General PsychologySYG 2000 - General Sociology*Denotes writing and computation course requirements.These courses require demonstration of college-level writingskills in multiple writing assignments. A minimum grade of C isrequired for courses used to fulfill the writing and computationcourse requirements. If you have not already passed English<strong>11</strong>01, then you must be co-enrolled in English ENC <strong>11</strong>01 to takeAmerican National Government or Honors American NationalGovernment. In order to take the other courses in this section(Social and Behavioral Sciences), you must be qualified to takeEnglish ENC <strong>11</strong>01.IV. SCIENCE (7-8 credit hours) - You must complete at leastone (1) of the following laboratory science courses:Laboratory Sciences (5 cr. hrs.):CHM 2210C - Organic Chemistry I or Honors Organic Chemistry ICHM 22<strong>11</strong>C - Organic Chemistry II or Honors Organic Chemistry IIPHY 2048C - General Physics w/Calculus I or Honors GeneralPhysics w/Calculus IPHY 2049C - General Physics w/Calculus II or Honors GeneralPhysics w/Calculus IIPHY 2053C - General Physics IPHY 2054C - General Physics IILaboratory Sciences (1 & 4 cr. hr. labs):BOT 1010C - BotanyBSC 1009C - Introduction to BiologyBSC 1010C - General Biology IBSC 10<strong>11</strong>C - General Biology IIBSC 1085C - Human Anatomy and Physiology IBSC 1086C - Human Anatomy and Physiology IICHM 1025C - Introduction to General ChemistryCHM 2045C - General Chemistry ICHM 2046C - General Chemistry IIMCB <strong>2010</strong>C - MicrobiologyOCB 1000L - Introduction to Marine Biology Lab (1 cr. hr.)OCB <strong>11</strong>03L - Marine Biology Field Study (1 cr. hr.)PHY 1001C - Introduction to General PhysicsNon-Laboratory Sciences (3 cr. hrs.):AST 1002 - Descriptive AstronomyBSC 1005 - Introducing BiologyGLY 1000 - An Introduction to Geology: Earth Revealed73
sfccMET 1001 - Weather and ClimateOCB 1000 - Introduction to Marine BiologyPCB 2033 - Introduction to Ecology: EnvironmentPSC <strong>11</strong>21 - Physical ScienceV. MATHEMATICS (6 - 8 credit hours): You must completetwo (2) mathematics courses. MAC 23<strong>11</strong> and MAC 2233may not be used together to meet this requirement:(5 cr. hrs. each)MAC <strong>11</strong>47 - Precalculus Algebra/Trigonometry(4 cr. hrs. each)MAC 23<strong>11</strong> - Calculus I w/Analytic Geometry or Honors Calculus Iw/Analytic GeometryMAC 2312 - Calculus IIMAC 2313 - Calculus III(3 cr. hrs. each)MAC <strong>11</strong>05 - <strong>College</strong> AlgebraMAC <strong>11</strong>14 - Plane TrigonometryMAC <strong>11</strong>40 - Precalculus AlgebraMAC 2233 - Calculus for Business and Social SciencesMAP 2302 - Differential EquationsMGF <strong>11</strong>06 - Liberal Arts Mathematics IMGF <strong>11</strong>07 - Liberal Arts Mathematics IIMTG 1204 - Geometry for <strong>College</strong> StudentsSTA 2023 - Elementary StatisticsNOTE: A minimum grade of C is required for the course usedto fulfill the six hours of mathematics required as computationintensive course.VI. GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES (2-3 credit hours) -You must complete the following requirement:CGS <strong>11</strong>00C - Introduction to Microcomputers using WindowsIf you are exempt from CGS <strong>11</strong>00C, you must complete one ofthe following courses, if you have not completed a total of 36hours of General Education from the other five categories:ECO 2013 - MacroeconomicsECO 2023 - MicroeconomicsGEA 2000 - World Regional GeographyVII. ELECTIVES (21-24 credit hours) - You should consultwith SFCC’s counseling/advising staff or a campus/centerdirector to select the proper courses to meet this sectionof the A.A. degree requirements.Elective courses assist you in specializing in an academicmajor field of study. You must take a minimum of 21 credithours of electives. Elective courses should be selected onthe basis of your intended major. If you are uncertain aboutyour major area of study, you should consult a counseloror advisor before choosing elective courses.<strong>College</strong> DevelopmentalCourse RuleYour required placement test scores may require that youenroll in a developmental mathematics, writing, or readingcourse. It is important for your college success that youdemonstrate sufficient mathematics, writing, and readingproficiencies. When you enroll for SFCC courses, yourproficiencies in these areas will be assessed. If your scoreson the college placement test are below “college level” formathematics and/or communication, you must pursue oneof the four alternatives to college developmental instruction:1. <strong>College</strong> developmental courses,2. Proprietary college developmental courses,3. Special Web-based instruction available at the TLC, or4. The Adult Basic Education Program.You must enroll in a college developmental course, if yourcollege placement test scores are below the cut scoresbut are at or above the 9.0 grade equivalent score on thecollege placement test (see <strong>College</strong> Entrance Testing andPlacement Procedures Chart - Letter A). If you have collegeplacement test scores that are below both the cut scores andthe 9.0 grade equivalent score, you are required to take therespective parts of the Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE).Your TABE scores will then determine proper placement incollege developmental instruction (see <strong>College</strong> EntranceTesting and Placement Procedures Chart - Letter B)1. If you score 8.0 to 12.9 grade equivalent on the TABE(Form 9 or 10 level A only), you may remediate atthe TLC and re-test or you must enroll in collegedevelopmental courses or a proprietary program.2. If you score 7.9 grade equivalent and below, you maybe enrolled in the Academic Adult Basic EducationProgram until you have reached the required skillslevels.You may attempt a college developmental course three (3)times at SFCC. An attempt is defined as “remaining enrolledpast the end of the Drop with Refund Period” (see AcademicCalendar). If you do not successfully pass your third attempt,you will not be permitted to continue in college developmentaland enroll in any college credit courses simultaneously. You willbe given an opportunity to participate in an alternative programdesigned to work with you on an individual basis to prepareyou to re-enter the regular college-level curriculum, or you maypetition to enroll in a fourth attempt in college developmental. Ifyou have not successfully completed a college developmentalcourse after the second attempt and desire to continue yourefforts toward the A.A., A.S., or A.A.S. degree, you will berequired to pay the full cost of instruction, which is equal tothe non-resident course fees. An exception to the fee maybe granted under extenuating circumstances. You may notwithdraw from a third attempt of a developmental course.74
sfccIf you have completed the last course in a collegedevelopmental skill area (ENC 0010C, REA 0002C, MAT0024C), an exit exam is required. If you do not pass the exitexam, you must repeat the course for REA 0002C and MAT0024C. If you do not pass the exit exam in ENC 0010C, youmust retake the course or take ENC 0020C as an alternative.You should complete all college developmental courses bythe time you have earned twelve (12) college credit hours.If your required college developmental courses have notbeen completed by the time you have completed twelve (12)college credit hours, you may continue to enroll in collegecredit hours provided: 1) you enroll in at least one (1) collegedevelopmental course in each term and 2) your overall collegecredit cumulative GPA is 2.0 or higher. If you are required toenroll in one or more college developmental courses, you maynot drop from all college developmental courses without alsodropping from all college credit courses.<strong>College</strong> Entrance Testing andPlacement ProceduresYou must take an entrance placement test. If you are adegree-seeking student or if you enroll in English or Math,you must take the a college placement test or submit ACTor SAT exam scores. If you are in an Occupational Program,Adult Basic Education, Adult High School, or GED, you musttake the Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE). Based uponthe results of the placement test, you will be scheduled intothe appropriate courses. You should see a counselor, advisor,or campus/center director for information regarding thescores required for placement into courses and/or programs.<strong>College</strong> Developmental Reading, Writing, and Math courseshave an Exit Exam that you must pass in order to enroll in<strong>College</strong> Credit English and Math courses. Occupationalprograms have a grade level requirement in English andMath on the TABE for you to graduate from the program. Ifyou have questions regarding the testing program, contact acounselor/advisor, the Testing Center, program manager, ora campus/center director for more information.If you are a degree-seeking student with college placementtest scores that require you to enroll in one or more collegedevelopmental courses, you may either remediate usingthe TLC resources and re-test or you must enroll in at leastone of the college developmental courses required of youwithin the first 12 hours of college credit enrollment. If youchoose the latter route, you may also concurrently enroll incollege credit courses that do not require the skills addressedin your college developmental courses. If your collegeplacement test scores require that you enroll in more thanone developmental course, you must also enroll in SLS1501 - Master Student/<strong>College</strong> Success. SLS 1501 providesthree hours of elective college credit towards a degree. Thisrequirement is to provide you with life skills and study skillsto enhance your learning experience. You may enroll in nomore than 12 college credit hours before satisfying all yourcollege developmental course requirements.If you have completed the last course in a collegedevelopmental skill area (ENC 0010C, REA 0002C, MAT0024C), an exit exam is required. If you do not pass the exitexam, you must repeat the course for REA 0002C and MAT0024C. If you do not pass the exit exam in ENC 0010C, youmust retake the course or take ENC 0020C as an alternative.You may not withdraw from a third attempt of a collegedevelopmental course. If you have completed the last coursein a college developmental skill area (ENC 0010C, REA0002C, MAT 0024C), you must pass an exit exam. If youdo not pass the exit exam and fail to successfully re-test(college placement test), you will be required to retake thecourse. You should complete all college developmentalcourses by the time you complete twelve (12) collegecredit hours. If your required college developmental courseshave not been completed by the time you have completedtwelve (12) college credit hours, you may continue to enroll incollege credit courses provided: 1) you enroll in at least one(1) college developmental course in each term and 2) youroverall college credit cumulative GPA is 2.0 or higher. If youare required to enroll in one or more college developmentalcourses, you may not drop from all college developmentalcourses without also dropping from all college credit courses.Once you begin taking a college developmental course, youmay re-test at any time. If you meet the required collegeplacement test score, you may either complete the classor withdraw. This means that, if you enroll in a collegedevelopmental course and have not met the requiredscore prior to the last day to Drop With Refund, you mustmaintain enrollment in the class until the end of that term -even if you choose to “withdraw” from the class. If you stopattending and do not “withdraw,” you will receive a failinggrade for the class. Should you fail to successfully completea college developmental class, you may re-test and, if youachieve the requisite college placement test score(s), youmay advance to the appropriate college developmentalclass or a college transfer class if there is no higher collegedevelopmental class to be completed. Any student with acollege placement test score that indicates assignment toa college developmental sequence may remediate utilizingthe TLC Web-based resources. Upon completion, thatstudent may re-test. If your college placement test re-test issuccessful, the new score replaces your original one.75
sfcc<strong>College</strong> Entrance Testing and Placement Procedures(for A.A., A.S., A.A.S., and non-degree seeking English/Math Students)TAKENACT or SAT?noTAKECPT/PERTyesyesReadingSCORES AT or ABOVECOLLEGE CUT SCORESACT READ 18ACT WRITING 17ACT MATH 21SAT VERB 440SAT MATH 500<strong>College</strong> Placement Test Scores:83 – 12060 – 8220 – 59noyesFreshman English – ENC <strong>11</strong>01Developmental Reading II – REA 0002CDevelopmental Reading I – REA 0001CREGISTER IN COLLEGE CREDITCOURSESPassEXITEXAMFail83 – 120Freshman English – ENC <strong>11</strong>01ASentenceSkills76 – 8265 – 75 (65 = 9.0)20 – 64 (scores below 9.0)Fundamentals of Writing – ENC 0010C* or IDS 0001LWriting for Success – ENC 0001C or #See “B” below+ CLM<strong>College</strong>Level Math90 – 12070 – 890 – 69MAC <strong>11</strong>40 or MAC <strong>11</strong>47MAC <strong>11</strong>14 or MAC 2233MAC <strong>11</strong>05, MGF <strong>11</strong>06, MGF <strong>11</strong>07, or STA 2023100 – 120May take placement test <strong>College</strong> Level Math (CLM)ElementaryAlgebra85 – 12072 – 84or ACT 19 – 20or SAT 440 - 490MAC <strong>11</strong>05, MGF <strong>11</strong>06, MGF <strong>11</strong>07, or STA 2023Intermediate Algebra – MAT 1033 elective credit(32 = <strong>11</strong>.0)27 – 71^(27 = 9.0)Beginning Algebra – MAT 0024C or # or IDS 0001LArithmetic85 or above84 or belowBeginning Algebra – MAT 0024C or IDS 0001LPre-algebra – MAT 0012CBTAKE TABELEVEL “A”Grade EquivalentScores8.0 – 12.90.0 – 7.9REA 0001C, ENC 0001C, or #IDS 0001L or # and must remain a minimumof one term. May not enroll in college credit.If 2 nd or 3 rd attempt. Retake developmental course.If 4 or more attempts. Register for academic review or #. Remain for at least oneterm and may not re-enroll in any college credit courses until passing the Exit Exam.Fourth attempt requires approval through the Appeals Process.* Pass comprehensive portion but not the essay, register for ENC 0020C.# Proprietary school alternative to college developmental instruction.^ If Elementary Algebra score is below 71, must take college placement test Arithmetic.+ Must have one of the following scores to take: SAT 500 or higher, or ACT 21 or higher,or college placement test EA 100 or higher.76
sfccThe Honors Program at SFCCAssociate in Arts with HonorsThe Honors Program at SFCC prepares you for the fullchallenge of upper-division study at a selective four-yearcollege or university program.Intellectual development - in your Honors courses, you willbe encouraged to think for yourself, pursue your individualintellectual interests, and participate actively in discussions.You will increase your abilities to research independently,reason logically, and think critically.Cultural enrichment - with other Honors students andfaculty, you may attend regional cultural events, academicconferences, and student development workshops. Youmay participate in a stimulating intellectual and culturalatmosphere, learning to express yourself with poise, clarity,confidence, and style.Recognition - as a graduate of the Honors Program, youwill receive the degree of Associate in Arts with an Honorsendorsement on your diploma and transcript, as well asspecial recognition at the graduation ceremony.Financial support - when you enroll in the SFCC HonorsProgram, scholarships and other forms of financialsupport for honors students may become available to you.Additional scholarship opportunities are available to Honorsstudents who complete the A.A. with Honors degree, thentransfer from community colleges to four-year colleges anduniversities.Admission is selective. To be admitted, you must be able todocument that you satisfy one of the following criteria:1. SAT Reasoning Test: mathematics: minimum score600; critical reading: minimum score 550.2. ACT: English: minimum score 25; mathematics:minimum score 25; reading: minimum score 25.3. <strong>College</strong> placement test sentence skills component,also known as the FCELPT (<strong>Florida</strong> <strong>College</strong>Entry Level Placement Test) sentence structurecomponent: Minimum score <strong>11</strong>1.4. High school cumulative GPA of 3.65 or higher (ona 4.0 scale), or rank at top 5 percent of high schoolclass.5. <strong>College</strong> cumulative GPA of 3.30 in at least 12 hoursof college credit courses.6. Application by letter to the Honors Council,accompanied by two letters of recommendationfrom college instructors. This option requires apersonal interview with the Honors Council.To complete the Associate in Arts degree with honors, youmust:1. complete 60 credit hours of coursework in theDivision of Arts and Sciences. Fifteen (15) of thesecredit hours must be earned in Honors courses.These must include: IDH 2001-06, The HonorsSeminar (3 credits) and IDH <strong>11</strong>07, The CompetitiveEdge (1 credit);2. achieve a 3.30 cumulative GPA;3. submit a portfolio to the Honors ProgramCoordinator which demonstrates your Honorslevelachievement in the following core academicareas: writing, research skills, critical thinking, andrhetorical and logical analysis;4. make a successful oral presentation using visualaids and/or technological enhancements;5. complete and log 25 hours of service-learning;6. complete any additional requirements for yourAssociate in Arts degree.The following Honors courses are currently being offeredthrough the Division of Arts and Sciences:I. English and Writing:AML <strong>2010</strong> Honors American Literature IAML 2020 Honors American Literature IICRW 2001 Honors Creative WritingENC <strong>11</strong>01 Honors Freshman English IENC <strong>11</strong>02 Honors Freshman English IIENL 2012 Honors British Literature IENL 2022 Honors British Literature IILIT 2<strong>11</strong>0 Honors World Literature ILIT 2120 Honors World Literature IIII.III.IV.Social and Behavioral Sciences:CLP 2140 Honors Abnormal PsychologyCPO 2001 Honors Comparative PoliticsPOS 1041 Honors American National Gov’tHumanities and General Studies:ART 2939 Honors Special Topics in ArtHUM 2210 Honors Humanities Survey IHUM 2230 Honors Humanities Survey IIIDH <strong>11</strong>07 The Competitive EdgeIDH 1921 Honors Symposium I-VIIDH 2001 Honors Seminar I-VIIDH 2930 Honors Special Topics in InterdisciplinaryPHI <strong>2010</strong> Honors Introduction to PhilosophySPC 2410 Honors Parliamentary ProcedureSPC 2608 Honors Fund. of Speech CommunicationMathematics and the Sciences:CHM 2932 Honors Special Topics in ChemistryCHM 2210C Honors Organic Chemistry ICHM 22<strong>11</strong>C Honors Organic Chemistry IIMAC 23<strong>11</strong> Honors Calculus I w/Analytic GeometryPHY 2936 Honors Special Topics in PhysicsPHY 2048C Honors General Physics w/Calculus IPHY 2049C Honors General Physics w/Calculus IIFor more information, consult the Honors ProgramCoordinator at (863) 784-7247.77
sfccWriting and ComputationCourse RequirementsThis is a <strong>Florida</strong> Board of Education Rule. NOTE: This Ruleapplies only to first time college credit students who enteredcollege after October 1, 1982. The <strong>Florida</strong> Board of Educationrequires the achievement of college level communicationand computation skills through completion of coursework inEnglish and mathematics. Before receiving an Associate inArts degree from a public community college or universityin <strong>Florida</strong>, or prior to entry into the upper division of a publicuniversity in <strong>Florida</strong>, you must complete with a grade ofC or higher the following writing and computation courserequirements:Communication/Humanities/Social Science - You musttake four writing intensive courses in order to meet thewriting and computation course requirements. A minimum ofsix credit hours of English coursework and six credit hoursof additional coursework including a Humanities course andAmerican National Government must be completed. You arerequired to demonstrate college-level English skills throughmultiple assignments and earn a grade of C or higher ineach course. The following courses may be used to meetthe writing and computation course requirements:CoursePrefix NumberAmerican National Government or HonorsAmerican National Government POS 1041Freshman English I or Honors FreshmanEnglish I ENC <strong>11</strong>01Freshman English II or Honors FreshmanEnglish II ENC <strong>11</strong>02Humanities Survey I or Honors HumanitiesSurvey I HUM 2210Humanities Survey II or Honors HumanitiesSurvey II HUM 2230Mathematics - If you take courses to meet the writing andcomputation course requirements in Mathematics, you mustcomplete six hours of mathematics from the following courseswith a grade of C or higher. However, MAC 23<strong>11</strong> and MAC2233 may not be used together to meet this requirement.Calculus I w/Analytic Geometry MAC 23<strong>11</strong>Calculus II MAC 2312Calculus III MAC 2313Calculus for Business and Social Sciences MAC 2233<strong>College</strong> Algebra MAC <strong>11</strong>05Differential Equations MAP 2302Elementary Statistics STA 2023Geometry for <strong>College</strong> Students MTG 1204Liberal Arts Math I MGF <strong>11</strong>06Liberal Arts Math II MGF <strong>11</strong>07Plane Trigonometry MAC <strong>11</strong>14Precalculus Algebra MAC <strong>11</strong>40Precalculus Algebra/Trigonometry MAC <strong>11</strong>47Associate in Arts Transfer PlansUniversity TransferFACTS STATECODE Transfer Plans CIP CIP0002 Dual Enrolled Credit 000000 <strong>11</strong>924010100003 Undecided 000000 <strong>11</strong>924010100004 University-Non-degree 000000 99999999990005 Non-Degree Seeking-Credit 000000 99999999990006 Teacher Cert.-Non-Degree Credit 000000 9999999999Agricultural, Agricultural Operations0010 Agricultural Business/Operations 010102 <strong>11</strong>124010100012 Ag (Food and Resource) Economics 010103 <strong>11</strong>124010100020 Agriculture Science 010000 <strong>11</strong>124010100024 Animal Science 010901 <strong>11</strong>124010100028 Food Science and Technology 0<strong>11</strong>001 <strong>11</strong>124010100030 Horticulture Science 0<strong>11</strong>103 <strong>11</strong>124010100032 Plant Sciences 0<strong>11</strong>101 <strong>11</strong>124010100036 Soils Science 0<strong>11</strong>201 <strong>11</strong>12401010Architecture and Related Services0040 Architecture 040201 <strong>11</strong>124010100042 Urban and Regional Planning 040301 <strong>11</strong>12401010Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies0045 American Studies 050102 <strong>11</strong>32401010Business, Management, and Marketing0060 Accounting 520301 <strong>11</strong>524010100062 Actuarial Science 521304 <strong>11</strong>524010100064 Business Administration/Management 520201 <strong>11</strong>524010100066 Business Managerial Economics 520601 <strong>11</strong>524010100068 Business, General 5<strong>2010</strong>1 <strong>11</strong>524010100070 Finance, General 520801 <strong>11</strong>524010100072 Financial Services 520803 <strong>11</strong>524010100074 Hospitality Administration/Management 520901 <strong>11</strong>524010100076 Human Resources Management 521001 <strong>11</strong>524010100078 Insurance and Risk Management 521701 <strong>11</strong>524010100080 International Business Management 52<strong>11</strong>01 <strong>11</strong>524010100082 Management Information Systems 521201 <strong>11</strong>524010100084 Management Science 521301 <strong>11</strong>524010100088 Business/Marketing Management 521401 <strong>11</strong>524010100090 Real Estate 521501 <strong>11</strong>524010100092 Transportation Management 520209 <strong>11</strong>52401010Computer and Information Sciences0100 Computer and Information Science <strong>11</strong>0101 <strong>11</strong>624010100108 Information Sciences/Studies <strong>11</strong>0401 <strong>11</strong>62401010Education0120 Agricultural Teacher Education (VOC) 131301 <strong>11</strong>424010100122 Art Teacher Education 131302 <strong>11</strong>424010100124 Business Teacher Education (VOC) 131303 <strong>11</strong>424010100126 Education - Specific Learning Disabilities 1310<strong>11</strong> <strong>11</strong>424010100128 Education - Blind Handicapped 131009 <strong>11</strong>424010100130 Education - Emotionally Handicapped 131005 <strong>11</strong>424010100132 Education - Mentally Handicapped 131006 <strong>11</strong>424010100134 Elementary Teacher Education 131202 <strong>11</strong>424010100136 English Teacher Education 131305 <strong>11</strong>424010100138 Foreign Languages Teacher Education 131306 <strong>11</strong>424010100140 Health Teacher Education 131307 <strong>11</strong>424010100142 Family and Consumer Sciences Education 131308 <strong>11</strong>424010100144 Jr. High/Middle School Teacher Education 131203 <strong>11</strong>424010100146 Mathematics Teacher Education 1313<strong>11</strong> <strong>11</strong>424010100148 Music Teacher Education 131312 <strong>11</strong>424010100150 Early Childhood Teacher Education 131210 <strong>11</strong>424010100152 Science Teacher Education 131316 <strong>11</strong>424010100154 Secondary Teacher Education 131205 <strong>11</strong>424010100156 Social Sciences Teacher Education 131317 <strong>11</strong>424010100158 Special Education, General 131001 <strong>11</strong>424010100160 Trade/Industrial Teacher Education (VOC) 131320 <strong>11</strong>4240101078
sfccEngineering0170 Aerospace Engineering 140201 <strong>11</strong>124010100172 Agricultural Engineering 140301 <strong>11</strong>124010100174 Chemical Engineering 140701 <strong>11</strong>124010100176 Civil Engineering 140801 <strong>11</strong>124010100178 Coastal and Ocean Engineering 142401 <strong>11</strong>124010100180 Computer Engineering 140901 <strong>11</strong>124010100182 Electrical and Electronics Engineering 141001 <strong>11</strong>124010100184 Engineering Science 141301 <strong>11</strong>124010100186 Engineering, General 140101 <strong>11</strong>124010100188 Environmental Health Engineering 141401 <strong>11</strong>124010100190 Industrial and Systems Engineering 142701 <strong>11</strong>124010100192 Industrial Manufacturing Engineering 143501 <strong>11</strong>124010100194 Materials Engineering 141801 <strong>11</strong>124010100196 Mechanical Engineering 141901 <strong>11</strong>124010100198 Nuclear Engineering 142301 <strong>11</strong>12401010Engineering 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sfccOCCUPATIONAL DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMSAssociate in Science Degree ProgramsAssociate in Applied Science Degree Programs<strong>College</strong> Credit, Advanced Technical Diploma, and OccupationalCertificate ProgramsEducator Preparation Institute (EPI)Apprenticeship ProgramsOccupational Programs of StudyProgram ListProgram Offerings by LocationProgram Guides80
sfccAssociate in ScienceDegree ProgramsThe two-year Associate in Science Degree Programs prepareyou for employment in a variety of specialized fields inbusiness, electronics, hospitality, criminal justice, and nursing.These specialized training programs can help you accelerateyour professional growth and keep pace with the changesin your selected field. Each program stresses practicalapplication. Classes are conducted in sophisticated, modernlabs and technical facilities. The A.S. degree programs offeryou an opportunity to learn tomorrow’s technology today.Some universities accept A.S. degree courses. Additionalprogram information may be obtained from a counselor,department chair, or campus/center director.NOTE: A.S. degree courses with (G.E.) following them areGeneral Education required courses for that degree.The A.S. degree is awarded, if you meet the followingrequirements:1. Applied for graduation and paid the graduation fees.2. Completed the minimum number of hours and coursesrequired by your program.3. Earned a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above.4. Completed a minimum of 25 percent of the credit hoursrequired in the program at SFCC.5. Fulfilled all financial obligations to the <strong>College</strong>.For graduation ceremony procedures, see “Student Information”section of this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.It is recommended that you contact a counselor/advisor or the registrar to discuss graduationrequirements. You will graduate under the catalog ineffect at the time you were admitted into the programand maintained continuous enrollment.General Education Requirements for the A.S. Degree -Associate in Science Degree Programs include 5 or 6General Education courses (15 to 18 college credit hours)from the disciplines of humanities/fine arts, social/behavioralsciences, and natural sciences/mathematics. The purpose ofthese courses is to broaden your understanding of the basicconcepts and knowledge of today’s world. Specific generaleducation courses included in each A.S. degree program areidentified in the “Occupational Programs of Study” section ofthis <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong> and are identified with the note (G.E.).The English and math courses in each program require youto secure a college level score on the college placementtest or to successfully complete the appropriate collegedevelopmental course prior to enrolling into the English ormath course.Core Degree Requirements - All associate’s degrees atSFCC include a basic core of general education courses fromthe areas of humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences,and natural sciences/mathematics. If you wish to graduatewith an associate’s degree, you must demonstrate that youare competent in reading, writing, speech communication,fundamental mathematical skills, and the basic use ofcomputers. You may demonstrate your competencies inthese areas as follows: (1) reading - achieve the “collegelevel” score on a college placement test or pass REA 0002Cwith a grade of C or higher; (2) writing - earn a passing gradeof C or higher in ENC <strong>11</strong>01; (3) fundamentals of speechcommunication - earn a passing grade in SPC 2608; (4)fundamental mathematical skills - achieve the “college level”score on a college placement test and pass the mathematicscourse included in the degree curriculum with a grade of C orhigher; (5) basic use of computers - have a passing grade ina computer course on a high school transcript, earn a gradeof D or higher in a computer course at the <strong>College</strong>, or passa competency test administered by the Computer ScienceDepartment.Associate in Applied ScienceDegree ProgramsThe two-year Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degreeprograms prepare you for employment in a variety ofspecialized fields in agriculture, business, health, gainfulhome economics, technical, industrial, and public serviceoccupations. These specialized training programs can help youaccelerate your professional growth and keep pace with thechanges in your selected field. Each program stresses practicalapplication. Classes are conducted in sophisticated, modernlabs and technical facilities. The A.A.S. degree programsoffer you an opportunity to learn tomorrow’s technologytoday. Additional program information may be obtained froma counselor.If you are interested in A.A.S. degree programs, you mustmeet the program admission requirements and take theappropriate college placement tests. If you score belowplacement test requirements, SFCC assists in providingappropriate courses. Since some A.A.S. degree programshave limited enrollment, admission to these programs isbased on when your completed application is received andother admission requirements are met.If you have extensive practical or lifetime experience and/or have successfully completed an occupational certificateprogram, you may receive experiential learning credit towardsan A.A.S. degree. (See “Credit for Experience” section inthis <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.) Contact department chair, programmanager, or counselor/advisor for more information. Acomplete description of each of the A.A.S. degree programsis included in this catalog.81
sfccA.A.S. degree programs are not designed foruniversity transfer, so if you plan to transfer to afour-year institution, check with a counselor/advisor.NOTE: Courses with “G.E.” following them are GeneralEducation required courses for that degree program.The A.A.S. degree is awarded, if you meet the followingrequirements:1. Applied for graduation and paid the graduation fees.2. Completed the minimum number of hours and coursesrequired by your program.3. Earned a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above.4. Completed a minimum of 25 percent of the credit hoursrequired in the program at SFCC.5. Fulfilled all financial obligations to the <strong>College</strong>.For graduation ceremony procedures, see “Student Information”section of this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.It is recommended that you contact a counselor/advisor or the registrar to discuss graduationrequirements. You will graduate under the catalogin effect at the time you were admitted into theprogram and maintained continuous enrollment.General Education Requirements for the A.A.S. Degree -Associate in Applied Science Degree Programs include 5 or6 General Education courses (15 to 18 college credit hours)from the disciplines of humanities/fine arts, social/behavioralsciences, and natural sciences/mathematics. The purpose ofthese courses is to broaden your understanding of the basicconcepts and knowledge of today’s world. Specific generaleducation courses included in each A.A.S. degree programare found in the “Occupational Programs of Study” section ofthis <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong> and are identified with the note (G.E.).The English and math courses in each program require thatyou secure a college level score on a college placementtest or successfully complete the appropriate collegedevelopmental course(s) prior to enrolling into English ormath courses.Core Degree Requirements - All associate’s degrees atSFCC include a basic core of general education courses fromthe areas of humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences,and natural sciences/mathematics. If you wish to graduatewith an associate’s degree, you must demonstrate that youare competent in reading, writing, speech communication,fundamental mathematical skills, and the basic use ofcomputers. You may demonstrate your competencies inthese areas as follows: (1) reading - achieve the “collegelevel” score on a college placement test or pass REA 0002Cwith a grade of C or higher; (2) writing - earn a passing gradeof C or higher in ENC <strong>11</strong>01; (3) fundamentals of speechcommunication - earn a passing grade in SPC 2608; (4)fundamental mathematical skills - achieve the “college level”score on a college placement test and pass the mathematicscourse included in the degree curriculum with a grade of C orhigher; (5) basic use of computers - have a passing grade ina computer course on a high school transcript, earn a gradeof D or higher in a computer course at the <strong>College</strong>, or passa competency test administered by the Computer ScienceDepartment.<strong>College</strong> Credit, AdvancedTechnical Diploma, andOccupational Certificate ProgramsMany entry-level jobs require a training program of one yearor less. SFCC offers numerous certificate programs to providethis type of entry-level training. Certificate programs are for you,if you can spend three to six hours a day, five days a week,learning a skill. These programs usually are longer than oneterm, but less than two years. Details of each program are listedin the section describing programs. Part-time attendance ispossible in certain programs. Remember that you might have tospend additional time at the <strong>College</strong>, if you do not meet all therequirements of a program. SFCC provides special assistanceto you toward completing your program.There are four types of certificate programs: full-time collegecredit, part-time college credit, full-time occupational credit, andpart-time occupational credit. The full and part-time college creditprograms provide you with immediate job training instruction,while offering the opportunity to take many of the coursesthat lead to an A.A.S. degree, which may be pursued later. Ifyou receive immediate job preparation in the full or part-timeoccupational certificate programs, you also are prepared forjobs that have specific clock-hour requirements for training. Youmay work full-time while receiving immediate job preparationin part-time occupational credit programs. Additional programinformation may be obtained from a counselor.You must be 16 years or older and no longer enrolled in highschool or enrolled in early-college/dual-enrollment classesto be admitted to a certificate program.You must meet the general admissions requirements of the<strong>College</strong> and other requirements as specified in programdescriptions. Waivers of requirements are possible andusually are based on experience, schoolwork, hobbies relatedto the program, or test scores.NOTE: Many of the certificate programs have limitedenrollment due to the size of lab and instructional facilities.82
sfcc<strong>College</strong> Credit Certificate and Advanced TechnicalDiploma Programs (Completion Requirements) -Candidates for college credit certificate programs must:1. Complete all required courses.2. Earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 in SFCC courses.3. Completed a minimum of 25 percent of the credithours required in the program at SFCC.4. Applied for graduation and paid the graduation fees.For graduation ceremony procedures, see “Student Information”section of this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.Occupational Programs (Completion Requirements) -Candidates for occupational certificate programs must:1. Complete all competencies in your designatedprogram with a minimum 2.0 average GPA.2. Pass the Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE)at the level designated for your individualprogram (levels differ by program).3. Completed a minimum of 25 percent of theoccupational hours required in the program at SFCC.4. Applied for graduation and paid the graduation fees.For graduation ceremony procedures, see “Student Information”section of this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>.Fee Information - See the section on Fees and Refunds inthe current Schedule of Classes publication.New Occupational Certificate Programs - As a statedesignatedarea technical school for Highlands, Hardee, andDeSoto counties, SFCC stands ready to meet the businessand industry training needs for this area. Most programslisted in this section can be adjusted to meet the needs ofboth students and industry. This includes flexible scheduling,on-site training, co-op training, individualized study, etc.The <strong>College</strong>, in cooperation with the Heartland WorkforceInvestment Board, the Industry Services Department ofthe <strong>State</strong> Department of Education, and local Chambers ofCommerce, is willing to explore the offering of job trainingprograms in a variety of areas to meet the needs of theresidents of this district. Persons having a training need intheir business or organization, please call the dean of AppliedSciences and Technologies at (863) 784-7424.Educator PreparationInstitute (EPI)EPI is SFCC’s alternative teacher certification program,designed to help alleviate highly qualified teachers. EPIis an accelerated program that provides adults who holdbaccalaureate degrees an opportunity to successfullycomplete the components of <strong>Florida</strong> teacher certification inapproximately nine months EPI graduates, once certified bythe <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Education, receive a ProfessionalCertificate and may teach anywhere in <strong>Florida</strong>. EPI is a flexibleand nonsequential program designed to accommodate theneeds of working and parenting adults. Most classes aretaught on Saturdays. Students may begin their studies atany time during the year that a new EPI course begins, andmay complete their courses in any order.For you to be eligible for the EPI Program you:1. must hold a baccalaureate or higher degree from aregionally accredited college or university approvedby the <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Education (FLDOE);2. be accepted as a student at SFCC;3. be eligible for a temporary teaching certificate fromFLDOE;4. demonstrate competency in basic writing, math, andcomputer skills; and5. be approved by the EPI Interview and SelectionCommittee.You do not need to be currently employed as a teacher to beaccepted into the EPI Program.EPI courses earn “institutional credit.” This credit isrecognized by the <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Education only forthe purpose of determining that all EPI Program requirementshave been met for the purpose of helping a prospectiveteacher earn eligibility for teacher certification in the stateof <strong>Florida</strong>. While EPI course credit may be transferable toother EPI Programs in <strong>Florida</strong>, it cannot be transferred toan associate’s, baccalaureate, or higher degree program.The EPI curriculum consists of seven core courses and twofield experiences (totaling 21 institutional credit hours ofcollege coursework):• EPI 0001 - Classroom Management• EPI 0002 - Instructional Strategies• EPI 0003 - Technology• EPI 0004 - Teaching and Learning Process• EPI 0010 - Research-Based Practices in Reading• EPI 0020 - Professional Foundations• EPI 0030 - Diversity• EPI 0940 - Professional Foundations Field Experience*• EPI 0945 - Diversity Field Experience** Each Field Experience course requires you to complete aminimum of 15 hours of observation and supervised teachingpractice in approved local public or private schools.83
sfccEPI faculty include teachers and administrators from localschools, experts in highly specialized content areas suchas reading, and recently retired educators with extensivebackgrounds in public and private education.Your EPI classes are taught using a variety of strategiesincluding traditional lecture, interactive discussion,Web-enhanced coursework, and self-directed study. A centralelement of the competency-based curriculum is providingyou with practical information, blended with essential theoryand real-life practice, to provide the knowledge and skillsthat you need to be successful classroom teacher. Eachcourse addresses one or more of the 12 <strong>Florida</strong> EducatorAccomplished Practices and requires that you submitassigned projects for a mandatory electronic portfolio thatdocuments your mastery of the 12 competencies.Apprenticeship ProgramsApprenticeship programs are selective admission programsrestricted to individuals who are employed in either theair conditioning, plumbing, electrical, or electrical linemanindustry and are working for a participating employer.Prospective students who are currently working for aparticipating employer in these areas are encouraged to applyfor selection to the appropriate Apprenticeship Committeebefore August of each year. For more information call (863)453-2250.EPI courses are supported by your free access to theSFCC Panther Den online learning community and coursemanagement system. Panther Den is Internet-based and canbe accessed from any computer with an Internet connection.Your EPI certificate of completion will be issued when:1. you have successfully passed each EPI course witha GPA of 2.5 or higher;2. you have earned a passing score on each required<strong>Florida</strong> teacher certification examination as outlinedon your Status of Eligibility letter from the <strong>Florida</strong>Department of Education, which may include thegeneral knowledge exam, professional educationexam, and one or more subject area exam(s);3. competency in each of the 12 Educator AccomplishedPractices has been documented through your portfolioproducts and other methods; and4. all SFCC fees and obligations have been satisfied.You may wish to explore several types of financial aidincluding Pell Grant and Federal Student Loans. (Thereare several student loan “forgiveness” programs availablefor teachers who are later employed in high need schools.)Military veterans may be eligible for special “Troops toTeachers” scholarships. SFCC also offers you the FACTSTuition Installment Plan (TIP).If you are interested in exploring these financial aid options,you are strongly encouraged to meet with an SFCC financialaid advisor as soon as possible. Contact the SFCC FinancialAid Office at (863) 784-7108 for an appointment andadditional information.For more information about teacher certification in <strong>Florida</strong>,go to www.fldoe.org/ed.cert and www.teachinflorida.com. For more information about EPI or to apply forprogram admission, contact the EPI Program Coordinatorat (863) 784-7403 or visit the program Web page at www.southflorida.edu/educatorprep.84
sfccOccupational Programs of StudyProgram ListAssociate in Science - ASAssociate in Applied Science - AASAdvanced Technical Diploma - ATD<strong>College</strong> Credit Certificate - CCCOccupational Certificate - OCApprenticeship - APPNew Length <strong>State</strong> Instructional PageCode Program Title cr/con CIP Supervisor NumberAccounting<strong>2010</strong> Accounting Paraprofessional - AAS 64 0507010100 Boydston 893010 Accounting Applications - CCC 27 0507019903 Boydston 89Agriculture2022 Agri-Business Specialization - AAS 64 0101060500 Bush 902062 Citrus Specialization - AAS 64 0101060500 Bush 952242 Landscape and Horticulture Specialization - AAS 64 0101060500 Bush <strong>11</strong>83032 Landscape and Horticulture Professional - CCC 18 0101060504 Bush <strong>11</strong>73034 Landscape and Horticulture Technician - CCC 30 0101060505 Bush <strong>11</strong>8Allied Health3550 Phlebotomy - OC 165* 0317030101 Sroda 132Automotive3210 Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing - OC 1620* 0647060300 Bush 913220 Automotive Service Technology - OC 2100* 0647060405 Bush 913260 Commercial Vehicle Driving - OC 320* 0649020500 Bush 96Business1510 Business Administration - AS 64 1506040102 Boydston 932050 Business Administration - AAS 64 0506040102 Boydston 923070 Business Management - CCC 24 0506180101 Boydston 94Commercial A/C and Appliance Repair3250 Air Cond., Refrig, and Heating Technology - OC 1350* 0647020302 Bush 903901 Commercial Air Conditioning - APP 8000* 0847020302 Hegwood 95Computer1570 Computer Information Systems - AS 63 1507030500 Boydston 972080 Computer Programming and Analysis - AAS 63 0507030500 Boydston 982210 Networking Services Technology - AAS 63 0507030401 Boydston 1203020 Computer Programming - CCC 33 0507030100 Boydston 993370 Network Support Services - OC 960* 0507030402 Boydston 121Construction2030 Building Restoration, Preser., and Renov. - AAS 66 0615010100 Bush 922090 Construction Management - AAS 64 0615100101 Bush 993903 Plumbing Technology - APP 8000* 0846050302 Hegwood 133Cosmetology3280 Cosmetology - OC 1260* 0612040315 Johnson 1013282 Skin Care Specialty - OC 300* 0612040305 Johnson 1373283 Nail Specialty - OC 260 0612040304 Johnson 120Dental Education2250 Dental Hygiene - AAS 88 0317010200 Sroda 1052251 Pre-Dental Hygiene - Awaiting Program Entry 22 0317010200 Sroda 1053450 Dental Assistant - OC 1230* 0317010107 Sroda 1033451 Pre-Dental Assistant - Awaiting Program Entry 6* 0317010107 Sroda 103Drafting and Design2<strong>11</strong>0 Drafting and Design Technology - AAS 62 0615020200 Bush 1083290 Drafting - OC 1800* 0648010301 Bush 10985
sfccNew Length <strong>State</strong> Instructional PageCode Program Title cr/con CIP Supervisor NumberEducation2070 Child Development and Education - AAS 63 0420020203 Rafatti 945001 Educator Preparation Institute (EPI) 21** 5551399990 Rafatti 109Electricity2120 Electrical Distribution Technology - AAS 65 0615030201 Bush <strong>11</strong>03300 Electric Line Service Repair - OC 1500* 0646030300 Bush <strong>11</strong>13902 Electrical - APP 8000* 0846030204 Hegwood 1093905 Electrical Lineman - APP 8000* 0846030300 Hegwood <strong>11</strong>1Electronics1530 Electronics Engineering - AS 68 1615030301 Bush <strong>11</strong>22040 Bio-Medical Electronic Systems - AAS 68 0615030301 Bush 912<strong>11</strong>2 Computer Engineering Technology - AAS 68 0615040200 Bush 962130 Electronics Engineering - AAS 68 0615030301 Bush <strong>11</strong>23310 Electronics Technology - OC 1400* 0615030300 Bush <strong>11</strong>33312 Computer Electronics Technology - OC 1650* 0647010400 Bush 96Emergency Medical Services2260 Emergency Medical Services - AAS 73 0317020601 Ashworth <strong>11</strong>32810 Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) - ATD <strong>11</strong> 0317020503 Ashworth <strong>11</strong>43042 Paramedic - CCC 44 0317020600 Ashworth 132Hospitality1540 Hospitality and Tourism Management - AS 64 1206079900 Boydston <strong>11</strong>62150 Hospitality and Tourism Management - AAS 64 0206079900 Boydston <strong>11</strong>63330 Food Management, Production, and Services - OC <strong>11</strong>40* 0420040212 Boydston <strong>11</strong>5Manufacturing2160 Industrial Management Technology - AAS 60 0606200101 Bush <strong>11</strong>7Nursing Education1550 Nursing (Generic - RN) - AS 72 1318<strong>11</strong>0100 Heston 1241560 Nursing (Transition - LPN to RN) - AS 72 1318<strong>11</strong>0100 Heston 1292220 Nursing (Generic - RN) - AAS 72 0318<strong>11</strong>0100 Heston 1222221 Pre-Nursing Generic - Awaiting Program Entry - AAS 12 0318<strong>11</strong>0100 Heston 1222230 Nursing (Transition - LPN to RN) - AAS 72 0318<strong>11</strong>0100 Heston 1272231 Pre-Nursing Transition - Awaiting Program Entry - AAS 24 0318<strong>11</strong>0100 Heston 1273390 Nurse Assistant - OC 180* 0317060200 Heston 1213400 Nursing (Practical) - OC 1350* 0317060500 Heston 1263401 Pre-Practical Nursing - Awaiting Program Entry 128* 0317060500 Heston 126Office/Secretarial2140 Secretarial (General) - AAS 63 0507060300 Boydston 1352190 Secretarial (Medical) - AAS 63 0507060300 Boydston 1363050 Secretarial Specialist (General) - CCC 27 0507060301 Boydston 1373060 Secretarial Specialist (Medical) - CCC 27 0507060301 Boydston 1373360 Secretarial (Medical) - OC 1320* 0507060503 Boydston 1363430 Secretarial/Administrative Assistant - OC 1320* 0507040103 Boydston 135Public Services1520 Criminal Justice Technology - AS 64 1743010300 DeJonge 1032100 Criminal Justice Technology - AAS 64 0743010300 DeJonge 1022142 Fire Science Technology - AAS 60 07430<strong>2010</strong>0 Ashworth <strong>11</strong>53270 Correctional Officer - OC 552* 0743010200 DeJonge 1003274 Correctional to Correctional Probation (Crossover) - OC 172* 0743010203 DeJonge 1013340 Law Enforcement (Basic) - OC 770* 0743010700 DeJonge <strong>11</strong>93342 Correctional to Law Enforcement (Crossover) - OC 457* 0743010702 DeJonge 1023350 Law Enforcement Auxiliary Officer - OC <strong>11</strong>1* 0743010701 DeJonge <strong>11</strong>9Radiography2270 Radiography - AAS 77 0317020900 Gray 1332271 Pre-Radiography - Awaiting Program Entry 10 0317020900 Gray 133*Program contact hours.**Institutional credit hours.86
sfccOccupational Program Offerings by LocationProgramsHighlands CampusDeSoto CampusHardee CampusAssociate in Arts X X X XAccountingLake Placid CenterSFCC Crews CenterThe Hotel JacarandaAccounting Applications Certificate X XAccounting Paraprofessional - A.A.S. Degree X XAgricultureAgri-Business Specialization - A.A.S. Degree X XCitrus Specialization - A.A.S. Degree X XLandscape and Horticulture Professional Certificate X XLandscape and Horticulture Specialization - A.A.S. Degree X XLandscape and Horticulture Technician Certificate X XAllied HealthPhlebotomy CertificateXAutomotiveAutomotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Certificate X XAutomotive Service Technology Certificate X XCommercial Vehicle Driving Certificate X X XBusinessBusiness Administration - A.A.S. Degree X XBusiness Administration - A.S. Degree X XBusiness Management Certificate X X XCommercial A/C and Appliance RepairAir Cond., Refrig, and Heating Technology CertificateXCommercial Air Conditioning Apprenticeship X X XComputerComputer Information Systems - A.S. Degree X X X XComputer Programming and Analysis - A.A.S. Degree X XComputer Programming Certificate X XNetworking Services Technology - A.A.S. Degree X XNetwork Support Services CertificateXConstructionBuilding Restoration, Preser., and Renov. - A.A.S. Degree X* X* X* X* XConstruction Management - A.A.S. Degree X* X* X* X* XPlumbing Technology Apprenticeship X XCosmetologyCosmetology Certificate X XNail Specialty Certificate X XSkin Care specialty Certificate X XDental EducationDental Assistant Certificate X XDental Hygiene - A.A.S. Degree X X XDrafting and DesignDrafting and Design Technology - A.A.S. Degree X XDrafting Certificate X X XEducationChild Development & Education - A.A.S. Degree X X X X XEducator Preparation Institute (EPI) X XLimited Access**Online***87
sfccElectricityProgramsHighlands CampusDeSoto CampusHardee CampusLake Placid CenterSFCC Crews CenterThe Hotel JacarandaLimited Access**Online***Electrical Apprenticeship X XElectrical Distribution Technology - A.A.S. Degree X XElectrical Lineman Apprenticeship X XElectric Line Service Repair Certificate X XElectronicsBio-Medical Electronic Systems - A.A.S. DegreeXComputer Electronics Technology CertificateXComputer Engineering Technology - A.A.S. Degree X XElectronics Engineering - A.A.S. DegreeXElectronics Engineering - A.S. DegreeXElectronics Technology CertificateXEmergency Medical ServicesEmergency Medical Services - A.A.S. Degree X XEmergency Medical Technician Advanced Technical Diploma X X X XParamedic Certificate X XHospitalityFood Management, Production, and Services CertificateXHospitality and Tourism Management - A.S. Degree X X XHospitality and Tourism Management - A.A.S. Degree X X XManufacturingIndustrial Management Technology - A.A.S. Degree X* X* X* X* XNursing EducationNurse Assistant Certificate X XNursing (Generic - RN) - A.A.S. Degree X XNursing (Generic - RN) - A.S. Degree X XNursing (Practical) Certificate X X XNursing (Transition - LPN to RN) - A.A.S. Degree X XNursing (Transition - LPN to RN) - A.S. Degree X XOffice/SecretarialSecretarial/Administrative Assistant CertificateXSecretarial (General) - A.A.S. Degree X XSecretarial (Medical) - A.A.S. Degree X XSecretarial (Medical) CertificateXSecretarial Specialist (General) Certificate X XSecretarial Specialist (Medical) CertificateXPublic ServicesCorrectional Officer Certificate X XCorrectional to Law Enforcement (Crossover) Certificate X XCorrectional to Probation (Crossover) Certificate X XCriminal Justice Technology - A.A.S. Degree X X XCriminal Justice Technology - A.S. Degree X X XFire Science Technology - A.A.S. Degree X X XLaw Enforcement Auxiliary Officer Certificate X XLaw Enforcement (BASIC) Certificate X XRadiographyRadiography - A.A.S. Degree X X*Program instruction obtained through independent study only.**Limited Access Program - Consult a counselor/advisor.***Online offerings available.88
sfccOccupational Programs of StudyProgram GuidesACCOUNTING APPLICATIONSCOLLEGE CREDIT CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3010Description of Program: The Accounting Applicationscertificate prepares you for employment as a bookkeeper,small business assistant, accounts receivable/payable clerk,or an accountant’s assistant in a small business. You willalso learn financial accounting principles and procedures,basic operation and use of microcomputers, an overview ofbusiness operations, and business communications. Somecredits will articulate directly toward the A.A.S. degree inAccounting Paraprofessional (Program #<strong>2010</strong>).Length: 27 credit hoursPrefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAROST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3* QMB 1001 Mathematics of Finance orMTB <strong>11</strong>03 Business Mathematics using Spreadsheets 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I or+ ACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3OST 2335 Business Communications 312Second TermCGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3***+ACG 20<strong>11</strong> Financial Accounting II 3GEB 10<strong>11</strong> Introduction to Business 3*** ACG 2450C Accounting for the Microcomputer 312Summer Term*** ACG 2071 Managerial Accounting 33ACCOUNTINGPARAPROFESSIONAL(Accounting Technology)ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: <strong>2010</strong>Description of Program: This program prepares you foremployment as an accounts receivable, accounts payableand payroll supervisor, a small business accountant, anaccounting technician in a professional accounting/taxoffice, and other accounting related positions. You will alsolearn financial, cost, and managerial accounting principlesand procedures; financial statement components andinterpretation; management use of accounting informationfor strategic and operational planning and controlling; andrelated business issues.Length: Two (2) years (64 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3GEB 10<strong>11</strong> Introduction to Business 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra (G.E.) 3OST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I or+ ACG 2021 Financial Accounting 315Second Term** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3***+ACG 20<strong>11</strong> Financial Accounting II 3*** ACG 2450C Accounting for the Microcomputer 315Summer Term*** ACG 2071 Managerial Accounting 3** Elective 36First TermSECOND YEARSPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3*** ACG 2170 Financial <strong>State</strong>ment Analysis 3TAX 2000 Personal Income Tax 3BUL 2241 Business Law I 3** Business Elective 315Second TermAPA 2136 Bookkeeping Certification Preparation 3ECO 2013 Macroeconomics (G.E.) 3GEB 2430 Business Ethics 3FIN 2001 Principles of Finance 3ACO 2807 Payroll Accounting <strong>11</strong>3* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.+ If completing ACG 2021 instead of ACG 2001 and ACG 20<strong>11</strong>,you must also complete an additional 3 hour Business Elective.89
sfccAGRI-BUSINESS SPECIALIZATIONASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2022Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in Agri-BusinessSpecialization (Landscape and Horticulture Technology)prepares you for employment as a farm or agriculturalprofessional, manager, or supervisor. Course contentincludes, but is not limited to, instruction that prepares youto apply the economic and business principles involved inthe organization, operation, and management of farms andagricultural businesses. You will also learn marketing, finance,and equipment and facilities management.Length: Two (2) years (64 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3HOS 1010 Introduction to Plant Science 3SWS <strong>11</strong>02 Soils and Fertilization 3INP 1390 Human Relations orPSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 315Second TermOST 2335 Business Communications 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3FRC 12<strong>11</strong> Citrus Culture 3BUL 2241 Business Law I 3AGR 2931 Agriculture Seminar <strong>11</strong>6Summer TermANS 1003 Introduction to Animal Science 3** Social Science Elective G.E.) 36First TermSECOND YEARMNA 2345 Management and Supervision 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I or+ ACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3AOM 1310 Agriculture Machinery and Equipment 3ORH 1010 Introduction to Horticulture 3** Humanities Elective G.E) 315Second Term**+ ACG 20<strong>11</strong> Financial Accounting II 3FNR 1060 Environmental Science and Policy 3AEB 2102 Principles of Agri-Business Management 3AGR 2949 Co-op Work Experience in Agriculture orAGR 2915 Internship in Agriculture 312* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.+ If completing ACG 2021 instead of ACG 2001 and ACG 20<strong>11</strong>, youmust also complete an additional 3 hour Agricultural or BusinessElective.NOTE: Many agriculture specific courses are conducted as Webenhancedindependent studies. A mandatory orientation is held thefirst Tuesday of the term at 6 p.m. in Building T, Room 20.AIR CONDITIONING,REFRIGERATION, and HEATINGTECHNOLOGYOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3250Description of Program: The Air Conditioning, Refrigeration,and Heating Technology occupational certificate preparesyou for employment as a technician or repair person ofhome and commercial air conditioning and refrigerationsystems. Course content includes, but is not limited to, thefundamentals of refrigeration, basic electricity, and heatingsystems.Length: 1350 contact hours / 45 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermFIRST YEARACR 0000 Fundamentals of Refrigeration 60ACR 0080L Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, andHeating Mechanics Lab 180ACR 0102 Basic Electricity: Systems and Controls 60ACR 0080L Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, andHeating Mechanics Lab 180Second TermACR 0609 Refrigeration: Trouble Analysis 60ACR 0080L Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, andHeating Mechanics Lab 180ACR 0600 Heating Systems 60ACR 0080L Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, andHeating Mechanics Lab 180Summer TermACR 0060 Indoor Air Quality and System Design andACR 0080L Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, andHeating Mechanics Lab or* ACR 0949 Co-op in Refrigeration orACR 0940 Internship in Refrigeration 180First TermSECOND YEARACR 0930 Selected Topics in Air Conditioning 60ACR 0080L Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, andHeating Mechanics Lab 150* It is recommended that you complete vocational internship and coopprior to earning your certificate.NOTE: Lab hours and internship/co-op hours may be usedinterchangeably.90
sfccAUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIRand REFINISHINGOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3210Description of Program: The Automotive Collision Repairand Refinishing occupational certificate prepares you foremployment in the auto collision repair and refinishingindustry as a repair technician or an auto collision painter.Course content includes, but is not limited to, fundamentalsof auto body repair, basic sheet metal repair, paintingtechniques, science of unibody repair, and panel repair andreplacement.Length: 1620 contact hours / 54 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermFIRST YEARARR 0001 Fundamentals of Auto Body Repair 60ARR 0930L Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Lab 180ARR 0<strong>11</strong>0 Basic Sheet Metal Repairs 60ARR 0930L Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Lab 180Second TermARR 0100 Painting Techniques 60ARR 0930L Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Lab 180ARR 0292 Applied Techniques in Auto Body Repair 60ARR 0930L Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Lab 180Summer TermARR 0120 Advanced Painting Techniques 60ARR 0930L Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Lab 30ARR 0310 Panel Repair and Replacement 60ARR 0930L Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Lab 30First TermSECOND YEARARR 0330 Science of Unibody Repair 60ARR 0930L Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Lab 180ARR 0949 Co-op Work Experience in Auto Collision 240NOTE: Lab hours and internship/co-op hours may be usedinterchangeably.manual and automatic transmissions, automotive heatingand air-conditioning, electrical systems, and engine repair.Length: 2100 contact hours / 70 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermAER 0010FIRST YEARIntroduction to Automotive ServiceTechnology 60AER 0930L Automotive Service Technology Lab 180AER 0595 Brake Systems 60AER 0930L Automotive Service Technology Lab 180Second TermAER 0401 Steering and Suspension 60AER 0930L Automotive Service Technology Lab 180AER 0390 Manual Drive Transmissions 60AER 0930L Automotive Service Technology Lab 180Summer Flex SessionAER 0797 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning 60AER 0930L Automotive Service Technology Lab 120First TermSECOND YEARAER 0299 Automatic Transmission and Transaxles 60AER 0930L Automotive Service Technology Lab 180AER 0691 Electrical Systems 60AER 0930L Automotive Service Technology Lab 180Second TermAER 0190 Engine Diagnostic Repair and Rebuilding 60AER 0930L Automotive Service Technology Lab 180AER 0697 Engine Performance 60AER 0930L Automotive Service Technology Lab 180NOTE: Lab hours and internship/co-op hours may be usedinterchangeably.BIO-MEDICAL ELECTRONICSYSTEMS(Electronics Engineering Technology)ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2040AUTOMOTIVE SERVICETECHNOLOGYOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3220Description of Program: The Automotive Service Technologyoccupational certificate prepares you to enter the automotiveservice industry as a technician. Course content includes,but is not limited to, brake systems, steering, suspension,Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in Bio-MedicalElectronic Systems prepares you for employment as abio-medical repair technician. Emphasis is placed onassembling, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, andrepairing electronic equipment used in the health care industry.Length: Two (2) years (68 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra (G.E.) 391
sfccEET 1015C Electronics I 4BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4OST 2257 Medical Terminology 317Second TermEET 1025C Electronics II 4*** MAC <strong>11</strong>14 Plane Trigonometry (G.E.) 3SPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 316Summer Term*** EET <strong>11</strong>41C Introduction to Solid <strong>State</strong> Devices 4** Elective 37First TermSECOND YEAREET <strong>11</strong>42C Electronics III 4CET 2<strong>11</strong>4C Digital Electronics I 4*** CET 2123C Introduction to Microprocessors 4PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 315Second TermEET 2915 Internship in Bio-Medical ElectronicSystems 10CET 2905 Seminar in Bio-Medical ElectronicSystems 313* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.BUILDING RESTORATION,PRESERVATION, andRENOVATION(Architectural Design and Construction)ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2030Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in BuildingRestoration, Preservation, and Renovation prepares youfor employment in the management and technical arenasof building restoration, preservation, and renovation.Course content includes, but is not limited to, governmentalrestoration requirements, grant preparation for restorationassistance, evaluation of restoration projects, location andacquisition of building materials, and supervision of technicaland skilled personnel working on the restoration project.The program provides limited hands-on and operationalexperience with existing restoration projects.Length: Two (2) years (66 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputerusing Windows (G.E.) 3ETD <strong>11</strong>02C Technical Drawing I 3TAR 1820 Historical Preservation 315Second TermSPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3INP 1390 Human Relations orPSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3TAR 1831 History of Building Technology 3ETD 1320C Computer Aided Drafting I 3BCN 1230Building Construction: Materialsand Methods 416Summer TermBCT 1770 Building Construction Estimating,Scheduling, and Cost Control 3** Social Science Elective (G.E.) 36First TermSECOND YEAR*** ETD 1530C Architectural Drawing I 3BCT 2705 Construction Contracting 3MNA 2345 Management and Supervision 3** Electives 615Second Term*** TAR 2832 Principles of Building Restoration 4*** ETD 2531C Architectural Drawing II 3TAR 2905 Building Restoration 2ETD 2905 Directed Study in Drafting and Design 2** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 314* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.NOTE: The BCN, BCT, and TAR classes are conducted as onlineindependent studies. Students enrolling should be familiar with thecollege Panther Den Online. SFCC orientation may be completedonline. You may find out more about the online orientation option byvisiting http://www.southflorida.edu/student/resources/orientation/.BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2050Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in BusinessAdministration prepares you for entry-level supervisory andmanagement positions in business. In this program, you willbe introduced to essential management, legal, ethical, andfinancial skills. Through the careful selection of business92
sfccelectives, you may tailor this degree toward your specificneeds and interests.Length: Two (2) years (64 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I or+ ACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra (G.E.) 3GEB 10<strong>11</strong> Introduction to Business 315Second TermOST 2335 Business Communications 3***+ACG 20<strong>11</strong> Financial Accounting II 3MAN 2021 Principles of Management 3OST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3** Business Elective <strong>11</strong>3Summer Term** ACG 2071 Managerial Accounting 3** Business Elective 36First TermSECOND YEARBUL 2241 Business Law I 3MNA 2345 Management and Supervision 3PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3** Business Elective 3** Business Elective 315Second TermGEB 2430 Business Ethics 3** FIN 2001 Principles of Finance 3SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3** Business Elective 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 315* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.+ If completing ACG 2021 instead of ACG 2001 and ACG 20<strong>11</strong>, youmust also complete an additional 3 hour Business Elective.electives allow you the flexibility to tailor the degree towardindividual educational and career goals.Length: Two (2) years (64 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I or+ ACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra (G.E.) 3GEB 10<strong>11</strong> Introduction to Business 315Second Term*** ENC <strong>11</strong>02 Freshman English II (G.E.) 3***+ACG 20<strong>11</strong> Financial Accounting II 3*** MAC 2233 Calculus for Business and SocialSciences (G.E.) 3BUL 2241 Business Law I 3** Professional Elective <strong>11</strong>3Summer Term*** ACG 2071 Managerial Accounting 3SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 36First TermSECOND YEARMAR 20<strong>11</strong> Principles of Marketing 3ECO 2023 Microeconomics (G.E.) 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 3** Professional Elective 3** Professional Elective 315Second TermECO 2013 Macroeconomics (G.E.) 3*** STA 2023 Elementary Statistics (G.E.) 3MAN 2021 Principles of Management 3** Professional Elective 3** Professional Elective 315Professional Core Electives:CGS 2510C Spreadsheet Applications 3LIS 2004 Introduction to Internet Research 1PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3SPN <strong>11</strong>20 Elementary Spanish I orFRE <strong>11</strong>20 Elementary French I 4SPN <strong>11</strong>21 Elementary Spanish II orFRE <strong>11</strong>21 Elementary French II 4SYG 2000 General Sociology (G.E.) 3BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONASSOCIATE IN SCIENCEProgram Code: 1510Description of Program: The A.S. degree in BusinessAdministration will prepare you for an entry-level positionin management. In this program you will be introduced toessential management, legal, and financial skills. Professional* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.+ If completing ACG 2021 instead of ACG 2001 and ACG 20<strong>11</strong>, youmust also complete an additional 3 hour Professional Elective.NOTE: You must consult with a counselor before selecting your“Professional electives.”93
sfccBUSINESS MANAGEMENTCOLLEGE CREDIT CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3070Description of Program: The certificate in BusinessManagement provides you with the necessary backgroundto train you as a management assistant. Course contentincludes, but is not limited to, financial accounting principles andprocedures, basic operations and use of microcomputers, anoverview of business operations and business communications.Some credits will articulate directly toward the A.A.S. degreein Business Administration (Program #2050).Length: 24 credit hoursPrefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermOST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3* QMB 1001 Mathematics of Finance orMTB <strong>11</strong>03 Business Mathematics usingSpreadsheets 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I or+ ACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3OST 2335 Business Communications 312Second TermCGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3**+ ACG 20<strong>11</strong> Financial Accounting II 3GEB 10<strong>11</strong> Introduction to Business 3Business Elective 312* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 or MGF <strong>11</strong>06 may be substituted for QMB 1001.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.+ If completing ACG 2021 instead of ACG 2001 and ACG 20<strong>11</strong>, youmust also complete an additional 3 hour Business Elective.CHILD DEVELOPMENT ANDEDUCATIONASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2070instructional aide. In this program you will learn about childdevelopment; strategies for observing and assessing youngchildren; parent involvement and communication; rules andregulations related to early childhood care and education;identifying child abuse and neglect; child safety, health andnutrition; classroom management; and staff developmentand program management.Length: Two (2) years (63 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3SLS 1501 Master Student/<strong>College</strong> Success 3* Mathematics or Natural ScienceGeneral Education Elective (G.E.) 3CHD <strong>11</strong>04 Introduction to Early ChildhoodEducation 3EEC 1407 Facilitating Social Development 315Second TermOST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3INP 1390 Human Relations orSYG 2000 General Sociology (G.E.) 3EEC 1601 Observing Children 3EEC 1000 Child Growth and Development 312Summer TermCGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3EEC 1941 Practicum 36First TermSECOND YEAR*** ENC <strong>11</strong>02 Freshman English II (G.E.) 3PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3EEC 2732 Infant, Toddlers, and Caregivers 3EEC 2200 Preschool Curriculum I 3EEC 2940 Internship 315Second TermSPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3EEC 2202 Preschool Curriculum II 3EEC 2401 Professional Networking 3EEC 2002 Program Management 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 315* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.Description of Program: This A.A.S. degree program inChild Development and Education prepares you to work in thefield of early childhood care and education, with emphasis onchildren from birth through age eight. Your job opportunities,once you graduate from the program, include preschool orvoluntary pre-kindergarten teacher in public or private childcare centers and family child care homes, child care centeror family day care home director, early childhood educationcoordinator or resource aide, and elementary school94
sfccCITRUS SPECIALIZATIONASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2062Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in CitrusSpecialization (Landscape and Horticulture Technology)prepares you for employment as a citrus production orcitrus nursery foreperson or manager, harvest supervisor,citrus supply salesperson, fruit and tree inspector, or othercitrus-related occupations. Course content includes, butis not limited to, instruction that prepares you to producecitrus trees and fruit and manage services associated withcitrus production. You will also learn pest management,propagation, nutrition, irrigation, equipment management,environmental management, business management andmarketing.Length: Two (2) years (64 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3HOS 1010 Introduction to Plant Science 3SWS <strong>11</strong>02 Soils and Fertilization 3INP 1390 Human Relations orPSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 315Second TermOST 2335 Business Communications 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3FRC 12<strong>11</strong> Citrus Culture 3IPM 2671 Principles of Pest Management (Citrus) 3AGR 2931 Agriculture Seminar (Citrus) <strong>11</strong>6Summer Term** Agriculture Elective 3** Humanities Elective (G.E) 36First TermAOM 1310SECOND YEARAgricultural Machinery andEquipment (Citrus) 3ORH 1010 Introduction to Horticulture 3FRC 1220 Citrus Production and Management 3** Social Science Elective (G.E.) 3** Citrus Elective 315Second TermMNA 2345 Management and Supervision 3FNR 1060 Environmental Science and Policy 3AEB 2102 Principles of Agri-Business Management 3AGR 2949AGR 2915Co-op Work Experience inAgriculture (Citrus Industry) orInternship in Agriculture (CitrusIndustry) 312* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.NOTE: Many agriculture specific courses are conducted as Webenhancedindependent studies. A mandatory orientation is held thefirst Tuesday of the term at 6 p.m. in Building T, Room 20.COMMERCIAL AIR CONDITIONINGAPPRENTICESHIPProgram Code: 3901Description of Program: The Commercial Air ConditioningApprenticeship Program is sponsored by the Heartland AirConditioning Apprenticeship Committee. Program completionrequires that you perform 640 hours of related class trainingand 8,000 hours of on-the-job training (OJT). Related classtraining hours may count towards completion, but OJT hoursare not recorded until you are indentured to a participatingemployer. The Commercial Air Conditioning Apprenticeshipprogram is a selective admission program restricted toindividuals who are employed in the air conditioning industryand are working for a participating employer. Prospectivestudents who are currently working for a participatingemployer in this area are encouraged to apply for selectionto the Apprenticeship Committee before August of each year.For more information call (863) 453-2250. This program isregistered with the <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Education and isrecognized by the United <strong>State</strong>s Department of Labor, Bureauof Apprenticeship Training.Length: 640 classroom contact hrs. and 8,000 hrs. on-thejobtraining / 21 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermFIRST YEARACR 0004 Air Conditioning Mechanic I 80ACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 320Second TermACR 0004 Air Conditioning Mechanic I 80ACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 320Summer TermACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 400First TermSECOND YEAR* ACR 0005 Air Conditioning Mechanic II 80ACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 320Second Term* ACR 0005 Air Conditioning Mechanic II 80ACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 32095
sfccSummer TermACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 400First TermTHIRD YEAR* ACR 0006 Air Conditioning Mechanic III 80ACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 320Second Term* ACR 0006 Air Conditioning Mechanic III 80ACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 320Summer TermACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 400First TermFOURTH YEAR* ACR 0007 Air Conditioning Mechanic IV 80ACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 320Second Term* ACR 0007 Air Conditioning Mechanic IV 80ACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 320Summer TermACR 0941 Air Conditioning Mechanic Internship 400Apprentices must also document 8,000 hours of appropriate on-thejobtraining and pass the Journeyman Air Conditioning MechanicExam.COMMERCIAL VEHICLE DRIVINGOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3260Description of Program: This program prepares you forentry level into the job market. You will learn vehicle systems,D.O.T. rules and regulations, safety, logs and other legaltopics of interest to trucking and transportation. You willalso learn safe operation, Smith System (five principles ofdefensive driving), cargo handling, hazardous materials,personal finances, business math, and public and employerrelations. You will receive extensive hands-on experiencein emergency equipment, safe operations, and preventivemaintenance. This course will prepare you for the C.D.L.examination. The CDL Exam is administered by SFCC aspart of the program.Length: 320 contact hours / 10.66 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.TRA 0081 Commercial Vehicle Driving-TractorTrailer Truck Driver 320COMPUTER ELECTRONICSTECHNOLOGYOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3312Description of Program: The Computer ElectronicsTechnology Certificate prepares you for employment as atechnician in computer service/support related businessesand industries. Course content includes, but is not limitedto, AC circuits, DC circuits, PC support/service/repair ofhardware, software, network communications and digitaldevices.Length: 1650 contact hours / 55 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAREEV 08<strong>11</strong>C D.C. Circuits 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 180EEV 0812C A.C. Circuit 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 180Second TermEEV 0568C PC Service - A+ Core Hardware 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 180EEV 0569C PC Service - A+ OS Technologies 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 180Summer TermEEV 0554C LAN Service - Network+ 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 120First TermSECOND YEAR* EEV 0815C Digital Devices 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 210EER 0949 Co-op Work Experience ElectronicsTechnology 240* Check the course description for prerequisites.NOTE: Lab hours and internship/co-op hours may be usedinterchangeably.COMPUTER ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2<strong>11</strong>2Description of Program: When you graduate from theComputer Engineering Technology A.A.S. Program, you willbe prepared to join the work force as a technical professionalin a broad range of industries, commercial enterprises,and businesses. You will be able to use the principles96
sfccand theories of science, engineering, and mathematicsto install, service, and maintain computers, peripherals,networks and a variety of microprocessor, and computercontrolled equipment. You will be provided the knowledgeand skills required to solve technical issues in the design,development, testing, manufacture, repair, installation, andtroubleshooting of electronic equipment and systems, whichcan include automated industrial control systems, roboticmanufacturing systems, SCADA systems, informationtechnology infrastructure, and communication systems. Avariety of electronics, computer related hardware, software,networking, and programming courses are available, allowingyou some flexibility dependent upon personal interest andfuture employment targets. Hands-on computer experienceis emphasized throughout the program.Length: Two (2) years (68 credit hours)EET 2325C Electronic Communications 4ETD 1614C Applied Electronics Drawing 2Computer Science Electives:CET 1600C CISCO Networking Fundamentals 3CET 2792 Microsoft Windows Server 3CET 2794 Microsoft Directory Services 3CET 2796 Designing Security for a MicrosoftWindows Network 3CGS 2540C Introduction to Database Management 3CGS 2820 Introduction to Web Design 3CIS 2321C Systems Analysis and Design 3COP 2170C Principles of Computer Programming 3COP 2171C Advanced Programming Techniques 3COP 2224 Introduction to C++ Programming 3COP 2228 Advanced C++ Programming 3COP 2250 Java Programming 3COP 2810 Programming for the Internet 3CTS 2106 Fundamentals of UNIX 3Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.Fall TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3CET <strong>11</strong>78C PC Support A+ Core Hardware 3-4*** EET 1015C Electronics I 4CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 316Spring TermCET <strong>11</strong>79C PC Support A+ OS Technologies 3*** EET 1025C Electronics II 4CET 2<strong>11</strong>4C Digital Electronics I 4SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 317Summer TermPSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3CET 1588C LAN Support Network+ 36Fall TermSECOND YEARPHY 1001C Introduction to General Physics (G.E.) 4** Electronics Electives 6** Computer Science Electives 616Spring Term** Electronics Electives 4** Computer Science Electives 913* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, mathor reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair or counselorto select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.Electronics Electives:CET 2123C Introduction to Microprocessors 4EER 2930 Selected Topics in ElectronicsTechnology 1-4EET <strong>11</strong>41C Introduction to Solid <strong>State</strong> Devices 4EET <strong>11</strong>42C Electronics III 4EET 1605C Electronics Fabrication Techniques 3COMPUTER INFORMATIONSYSTEMS(Computer Programming and Analysis)ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCEProgram Code: 1570Description of Program: The A.S. in Computer InformationSystems prepares you as entry-level computer programmer,soft-ware applications specialist, data processing assistant,and/or Internet/Web design assistant. SFCC has developedan “articulation” agreement with Webber InternationalUniversity, Babson Park, FL. If you are an SFCC graduateof the A.S. degree in Computer Information Systems, thisagreement affords you the opportunity to transfer all the listedcourses and attend Webber with junior standing toward aB.S. degree in Computer Information Systems. If you wantto transfer to Webber upon completion of your A.S.degree, you should first consult with SFCC and Webberrepresentatives regarding program requirements.Length: Two (2) years (63 credit hours)***Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEARENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I or+ ACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3CGS 2565C Principles of Computer InformationSystems 3MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra (G.E.) 315Second TermENC <strong>11</strong>02 Freshman English II (G.E.) 3+ ACG 20<strong>11</strong> Financial Accounting II 397
sfccMathematics (Elementary Statistics issuggested) or Science Elective (G.E.) 3CGS 2510C Spreadsheet Applications 3Professional Elective 315Summer TermACG 2071 Managerial Accounting 3SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 36First TermSECOND YEARMAR 20<strong>11</strong> Principles of Marketing 3ECO 2013 Macroeconomics (G.E.) 3COP 2810 Programming for the Internet 3Humanities Elective (G.E.) 3Professional Elective 315Second TermECO 2023 Microeconomics (G.E.) 3MAN 2021 Principles of Management 3PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3Professional Elective 312List of Professional Electives that may transfer to Webber.Discuss these courses with your counselor/advisor.CGS 2540C Introduction to Database Management 3CGS 2554C Data Communications and Networking 3CGS 2820 Introduction to Web Design 3CIS 2321C Systems Analysis and Design 3COP 2170C Principles of Computer Programming 3COP 2171C Advanced Programming Techniques 3COP 2224 Introduction to C++ Programming 3COP 2228 Advanced C++ Programming 3COP 2250 Java Programming 3CTS 2106 Fundamentals of Unix 3CTS 2210 Introduction to Digital Graphics 3Science course (lab or non-lab) 3Social Science elective 3NOTE:• A maximum of two courses can be transferred to substitute for aWebber CIS 3XX level course in the CIS major. In this A.S. degreeprogram in Computer Information Systems, SFCC is requiringCOP 2810 and will substitute for Webber’s CIS 360. Only 1 othercourse may transfer and substitute for a CIS 3XX level course.• No substitutions for a Webber CIS 4XX level courses. Also, theemphasis Webber puts on visual basic in CIS 435 is on databaseprogramming. You must have a course in Microsoft Access first.• Webber International University will accept up to 69 hours oftransferable credit.+ If completing ACG 2021 instead of ACG 2001 and ACG 20<strong>11</strong>, youmust also complete an additional 3 hour Professional Elective.COMPUTER PROGRAMMINGand ANALYSISASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2080Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in ComputerProgramming and Analysis prepares you as an entry-levelprogrammer in the microcomputer environment. A varietyof programming languages, software applications, andnetworking courses are available, so you may individualizethe program depending on your personal career and interest.Course content includes computer programming, systemsanalysis, database applications, and data communications.Hands-on computer experience is emphasized throughoutthe program.Length: Two (2) years (63 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I orACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3*** MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3OST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 315Second TermSPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3GEB 2430 Business Ethics 3CGS 2554C Data Communications and Networking 3Programming/Applications Electives 615Summer TermCGS 2565C Principles of Computer Information Systems 3** General Elective 36First TermSECOND YEARPSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3CGS 2540C Introduction to Database Management 3** Programming/Applications Elective 612Second Term** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 3CIS 2321C Systems Analysis and Design 3** Business or Programming/ApplicationsElective 3** Programming/Applications Elective 615* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, mathor reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair or counselorto select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra is highly recommended.NOTE: At least twelve (12) elective hours must be COP (computerprogramming) courses. Of those 12 hours, at least 3 must be at theadvanced level.98
sfccProgramming Courses:COP 2170C Principles of Computer Programming 3COP 2224 Introduction to C++ Programming 3COP 2810 Programming for the Internet 3Advanced Programming Courses: (at least 3 COP credits must beamong the following courses)COP 2171C Advanced Programming Techniques 3COP 2228 Advanced C++ Programming 3COP 2250 Java Programming 3Applications and Other Courses:ACG 2450C Accounting for the Microcomputer 3CET 1600C CISCO Networking Fundamentals 3CET 1610C CISCO Router Technology 3CET 1614C CISCO Advanced Router Technology 3CET 1620C CISCO Project Based Learning 3CGS 2510C Spreadsheet Applications 3CGS 2820 Introduction to Web Design 3CIS 2930 Selected Topics in Computer Science 1-4CIS 2949 Co-op Ed. Training Assignment inComputer and Information Systems 1-4CTS 2106 Fundamentals of Unix 3CTS 2210 Introduction to Digital Graphics 3ETD 1320C Computer Aided Drafting I 3GRA <strong>11</strong>00 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3GRA <strong>11</strong>56 Intermediate Computer Graphics 3GRA <strong>11</strong>57 Advanced Computer Graphics 3OST 1713C Word Processing - MS Word 3OST 18<strong>11</strong>C Introduction to MS Publisher 1COMPUTER PROGRAMMINGCOLLEGE CREDIT CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3020Description of Program: The Computer Programmingcertificate prepares you as an entry-level programmer inthe microcomputer environment. A variety of programminglanguages, software applications, and networking coursesare available, so that you may individualize the programdepending on your personal career and interest. Hands-oncomputer experience is emphasized throughout the program.Some credits will articulate directly toward the A.A.S. degreein Computer Programming and Analysis (Program #2080).Length: One (1) year (33 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermOST 2335 Business Communications 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)MTB <strong>11</strong>03 Business Mathematics usingSpreadsheets orQMB 1001 Mathematics of Finance or* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3OST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 312Second TermGEB 2430 Business Ethics 3** Programming/Applications Electives 1215Summer TermCGS 2565C Principles of Computer Info Systems 3** Programming/Applications Electives 36* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, mathor reading course depending on college placement test scores.** At least nine (9) elective hours must be COP (computerprogramming) courses.Programming Electives:COP 2170C Principles of Computer Programming 3COP 2224 Introduction to C++ Programming 3COP 2810 Programming for the Internet 3Advanced Programming Electives: (at least 3 COP credits must beamong the following courses)COP 2171C Advanced Programming Techniques 3COP 2228 Advanced C++ Programming 3COP 2250 Java Programming 3Applications and Other Electives:ACG 2450C Accounting for the Microcomputer 3CET Networking courses 3CGS 2510C Spreadsheet Applications 3CGS 2820 Introduction to Web Design 3CIS 2930 Selected Topics in Computer Science 1-4CIS 2949 Co-op Ed. Training Assignment inComputer and Information Systems 1-4CTS 2106 Fundamentals of Unix 3CTS 2210 Introduction to Digital Graphics 3ETD 1320C Computer Aided Drafting I 3GRA <strong>11</strong>00 Introduction to Computer Graphics 3GRA <strong>11</strong>56 Intermediate Computer Graphics 3GRA <strong>11</strong>57 Advanced Computer Graphics 3OST 1713C Word Processing - MS Word 3OST 18<strong>11</strong>C Introduction to MS Publisher 1CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT(Building Construction Technology)ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2090Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in ConstructionManagement prepares you for employment as a constructionproject manager, job site supervisor, estimator, officemanager, or contractor. Course content includes, but is notlimited to, communication skills, leadership skills, humanrelations and employability skills, safe and efficient workpractices, construction practices, building codes, blueprintreading, personnel and resource management skills, safety,site selection, and planning and building residential andcommercial structures.Length: Two (2) years (64 credit hours)99
sfccPrefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3ETD <strong>11</strong>02C Technical Drawing I 3ETD 1320C Computer Aided Drafting I 315Second TermSPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3** BCN 1230 Materials and Methods 4** Elective 313Summer TermBCT 1770 Estimating, Scheduling, and Cost Control 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 36First TermSECOND YEARMNA 2345 Management and Supervision 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I or+ ACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3BUL 2241 Business Law I 3*** ETD 1530C Architectural Drawing I 3PHY 1001C Introduction to General Physics (G.E.) 416Second TermBCT 2705 Construction Contracting 3***+ACG 20<strong>11</strong> Financial Accounting II 3*** ETD 2531C Architectural Drawing II 3BCN 2905 Directed Study in Building Construction 2** Elective 314* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.+ If completing ACG 2021 instead of ACG 2001 and ACG 20<strong>11</strong>, youmust also complete an additional 3 hour Business Elective.NOTE: The BCN, BCT, and TAR classes are conducted as onlineindependent studies. Students enrolling should be familiar with thecollege Panther Den Online. SFCC orientation may be completedonline. You may find out more about the online orientation option byvisiting http://www.southflorida.edu/student/resources/orientation/.CORRECTIONAL OFFICEROCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3270Description of Program: This program is designed to trainyou to become a correctional officer in the state of <strong>Florida</strong>,and it meets the state requirements as approved by theCriminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. Uponsuccessful completion of this occupational program, youwill be eligible to take the state certification examinationto become a certified officer. You must attend all sessionsof training and score a minimum of 80 percent on allexaminations per Administrative Rule.You must:SPECIAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS1. obtain authorization from the director of Public Serviceprior to registering for all or part of this program.2. possess a valid <strong>Florida</strong> Driver’s License.3. be 19 years of age prior to graduation from the Academy.4. be a citizen of the United <strong>State</strong>s of America.5. submit to a background inquiry prior to admission (additionalfee for fingerprint submission).6. not have a record of conviction for any felony ormisdemeanor involving moral turpitude or domestic violence.7. successfully pass a Basic Abilities Test (additional fee)prior to admission.8. complete an Academy Application prior to admission.9. pass a physical exam for physical fitness training.* Weapons and uniforms that meet academy specificationsare your responsibility. See academy staff for details.* You must register for these classes as a “block” ofinstruction.*Length: 552 contact hours / 18.4 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.CJK 0101 Interpersonal Skills II 50CJK 0102 Correctional Operations 64CJK 0270 Criminal Justice Legal I 46CJK 0100 Interpersonal Skills I 62CJK 0031 First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers 40CJK 0040 Firearms 80CJK 0051 Defensive Tactics 80CJK 0285 Criminal Justice Legal II 22CJK 0286 Criminal Justice Communications 42CJK 0280 Physical Fitness Training (CO) 40CJK 0480 Emergency Preparedness 26NOTE: Courses, hours, and requirements are subject to changeas determined and required by the state of <strong>Florida</strong> Criminal JusticeStandards and Training Commission.100
sfccCorrectional toCorrectional Probation(crossover)Occupational CertificateProgram Code: 3274Description of Program: This program is designed to train youto become a probation officer in the state of <strong>Florida</strong>, and it meetsthe state requirements as approved by the Criminal JusticeStandards and Training Commission. If you hold a correctionsofficer certification, you may “crossover” to correctionalprobation. Upon successful completion of this occupationalprogram, you will be eligible to take the state certificationexamination to become a certified parole/probation officer. Youmust attend all sessions of training and score a minimum of 80percent on all examinations per administrative rule.You must:SPECIAL ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS1. be a certified corrections officer;2. obtain authorization from the director of Public ServicePrograms prior to registering for this program;3. complete an academy application prior to admission;4. successfully pass a basic abilities test (additional fee)prior to admission; and5. submit to a fingerprint background check (additional fee)prior to admission.Length: 172 contact hours / 5.7 Occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.CJK 0230 Correctional Probation Legal andCommunications 18CJK 0231 Correctional Probation Supervision 57CJK 0232 Correctional Probation Investigations 30CJK 0273 Correctional Probation CaseloadManagement 40CJK 0276 Correctional Probation ManagementInformation Systems 27NOTE: Courses, hours, and requirements are subject to changeas determined and required by the state of <strong>Florida</strong> Criminal JusticeStandards and Training Commission.CORRECTIONAL TO LAWENFORCEMENT (CROSSOVER)OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3342Description of Program: This program is designed to trainyou to become a law enforcement officer in the state of <strong>Florida</strong>,and it meets the state requirements as approved by theCriminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. If youhold a corrections officer certificate, you may “crossover” to lawenforcement. Upon successful completion of this occupationalprogram, you will be eligible to take the state certificationexamination to become a certified law enforcement officer.You must attend all sessions of training and score a minimumof 80 percent on all examinations per Administrative Rule.*Length: 457 contact hours / 15.2 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.CJK 0020 Vehicle Operations 48CJK 0061 Patrol I 58CJK 0062 Patrol II 40CJK 0071 Criminal Investigations 56CJK 0076 Crime Scene Investigations 24CJK 0082 Traffic Stops 24CJK 0083 DUI Traffic Stops 24CJK 0086 Traffic Crash Investigations 32CJK 0212 LE High Liabilities Weapons (Crossover) 8CJK 0221 Introduction and Legal 47CJK 0222 Communications (Crossover) 56CJK 0223 Human Issues (Crossover) 32CJK 0422 Dart-Firing Stun Gun Use 8NOTE: Courses, hours, and requirements are subject to changeas determined and required by the state of <strong>Florida</strong> Criminal JusticeStandards and Training Commission.COSMETOLOGYOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3280Description of Program: The Cosmetology certificateprepares you for entry-level employment in the Cosmetologyprofession. You will use a modern, well-equipped, schooloperatedsalon. During the first 200 hours of the program,you will perform laboratory services on one another andmannequins. After completion of 200 hours, you will performlaboratory services on local patrons and other students.Course content includes, but is not limited to, hair design,chemical reformation, precision cutting, manicuring, nailextensions, pedicuring, facials, makeup application, andtheory and practical study of trichoanalysis and chromatology.Upon completion of the certificate program, you will beeligible to apply for the <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> Board of Cosmetologyexamination.101
sfccADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTSYou can be admitted to the Cosmetology Program in August.You must complete items 1-5 to be considered for admissioninto the Cosmetology Program.1. Cosmetology Application (obtained from CosmetologyDepartment).2. Required TABE Scores: Reading - 10, Mathematics - 10,and Language - 10, prior to registration.3. Manual section of the General Aptitude Test Battery(GATB). There is no fee for the test.4. High school transcript or copy of equivalency certificatemust be sent to the Admissions Office.5. Required informational session when items 1 through 4have been met.You will be notified in writing of acceptance or non-acceptanceinto the Cosmetology Program. The Cosmetology Departmentreserves the right to deny admission, if you demonstrate thelack of necessary qualifications for the Cosmetology Program.Length: 1260 contact hours / 42 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.COS 0080 Cosmetology I 480*** COS 0081 Cosmetology II 480*** COS 0082 Cosmetology III 300*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.CRIMINAL JUSTICETECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2100Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in CriminalJustice Technology prepares you to work in law enforcementagencies, correctional institutions, juvenile courts, crimelaboratories, or mobile units dealing with physical evidence.If you have been previously or are currently employed inthese occupations, the program can provide continuingworkforce training for you. If you graduate from SFCC’sProgram #3270 or #3340, you may receive articulatedcredit toward this degree. Contact the registrar for details.Course content includes, but is not limited to, patrol andinvestigative activities; the handling and care of incarceratedindividuals; procedures for initial and post contact with thepublic in such matters as obtaining and relating information;developing critical thinking and decision-making processes;preparing reports, visitation programs, and testifying in court;techniques for collection, preparation, and transportation ofphysical evidence; methods of crime prevention; and methodsfor investigation, counseling, and referral of neglected/dependent children, delinquents, and youthful offenders.Length: Two (2) years (64 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3SYG 2000 General Sociology (G.E.) 3CCJ 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3** Criminal Justice Elective 315Second Term*** ENC <strong>11</strong>02 Freshman English II (G.E.) 3CJC 2002 Criminal Behavior 3CCJ 2949 Co-op Education Training in CriminalJustice 1* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3CJL 2100 Criminal Law 3CJC 1000 Introduction to Corrections 316Summer TermSPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3CJJ 1001 Juvenile Justice 36First TermSECOND YEARPSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E) 3CJE 2452 Criminal Justice and CommunityRelations 3CJE 2600 Criminal Investigations 3CJE 1000 Introduction to Law Enforcement 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 315Second TermCJC 2162 Probation, Pardon, and Parole 3CJE 2300 Police Administration and Organization 3CJL 2130 Criminal Evidence and Procedure 3** Criminal Justice Elective 312Suggested Criminal Justice Electives:CCJ <strong>11</strong>94 Interpersonal Communications 3CJC 2300 Administration of Correctional Institutions 3CJC 2400 Interviewing and Interrogation 3CJE 2500 Police Operations 3CJL <strong>11</strong>01 Constitutional Law 3CJE 2640 Modern Crime Scene Investigation 3EMS 1059C Medical First Responder/Health Issues 3* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.102
sfccCRIMINAL JUSTICETECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE IN SCIENCEProgram Code: 1520Description of Program: The A.S. degree in Criminal Justiceis designed to prepare you for entry-level employment inthe criminal justice field. Program content includes generaleducation requirements as well as introductory coursesrelevant to criminal justice.Length: Two (2) years (64 credit hours)CJE 2500 Police Operations 3CJL <strong>11</strong>01 Constitutional Law 3CJL 2130 Criminal Evidence and Procedure 3CJE 2640 Modern Crime Scene Investigation 3EMS 1059C Medical First Responder/Health Issues 3* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.<strong>Florida</strong> Gulf Coast University (FGCU) will accept 72 credithours from your SFCC A.S. degree in Criminal JusticeTechnology toward the Bachelor’s of Science degree, leaving48 hours to be taken through FGCU.Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3PSC <strong>11</strong>21 Physical Science or any non-labscience in A.A. degree (G.E.) 3CCJ 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 315Second Term*** ENC <strong>11</strong>02 Freshman English II (G.E.) 3CJC 2002 Criminal Behavior 3POS 1041 American National Government orHonors American National Gov’t (G.E.) 3CJL 2100 Criminal Law 3CJC 1000 Introduction to Corrections 315Summer TermSPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3CJJ 1001 Juvenile Justice 36First TermSECOND YEARPSY 2012 General Psychology orSYG 2000 General Sociology (G.E.) 3CJE 2452 Criminal Justice and CommunityRelations 3* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3CJE 1000 Introduction to Law Enforcement 3** Criminal Justice Elective 315Second Term* MGF <strong>11</strong>07 Liberal Arts Mathematics II or* STA 2023 Elementary Statistics (G.E.) 3BSC 1010C General Biology I orAny lab science in A.A. degree (G.E.) 4CJE 2600 Criminal Investigations 3** Criminal Justice Elective 313Suggested Criminal Justice Electives:CCJ <strong>11</strong>94 Interpersonal Communications 3CCJ 2949 Co-op Education Training in CriminalJustice 1-4CJC 2162 Probation, Pardon, and Parole 3CJC 2300 Administration of Correctional Institutions 3CJC 2400 Interviewing and Interrogation 3CJE 2300 Police Administration and Organization 3DENTAL ASSISTANTOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3450Description of Program: The vocational certificate in DentalAssistant curriculum prepares you to be versatile members ofthe dental health team who work alongside the dentist. Dentalassistants are assigned patient care responsibilities beyondthe duties traditionally performed by the dental auxiliary. Youwill be expected to master theoretical, practical and clinicalskills including dental basic sciences, dental radiographictechniques, dental materials, sterilization and disease control,chair side assisting, office management, dental specialtiesand expanded duties. Upon successful completion of theDental Assistant Program, you will receive certification inexpanded duties.Length: 1230 contact hours / 41 occupational creditsAdmission is once each year in the fall term.Application packets will be available beginningthe third Tuesday in January and the window ofsubmission is from that day until the third Fridayin April of each year. This is a limited accessprogram.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSI. Verification from a licensed dentist substantiatingcompletion of at least 16 hours of observation, or workexperience.II.<strong>College</strong> Entrance Testing (SFCC Testing Center is inBuilding B, Room 255; (863) 784-7214 or 784-7<strong>11</strong>4):A. You must document proof of occupational placementtesting with minimum scores from any combinationof the following:103
sfcc1. TABEa. Math: 10b. Reading: <strong>11</strong>c. Language: <strong>11</strong>....or....2. <strong>College</strong> placement testa. Reading: 83b. Sentence Skills: 83c. Elementary Algebra: 72....or....3. ACTa. Reading: 18b. Writing: 17c. Math: 19....or....4. SATa. Verbal: 440b. Math: 440B. You must have already taken and passed FreshmanEnglish I and/or Beginning Algebra, with a C orhigher… or…C. Have an A.A. or higher.III. Demonstrate competency in basic computer skills in oneof four ways:A. A passing grade in a computer course on a highschool transcript.B. A grade of C or higher in a computer course at thecollege level.C. Introduction to Microcomputers using Windowsduring the Dental Assistant Program.D. Verified experiential credit.IV. You must complete a Dental Assistant Programapplication for admission to the program.ADMISSION PROCEDURESYou are responsible for following the admissions proceduresand for ensuring that your records are complete in theAdmissions Office. No application will be considered unlessit is complete.I. Submit the following to the Admissions Office prior toapplying to the program:II.A. Completed college application.B. Official high school/GED transcript.C. Official transcript from each college attendedfor credit courses.D. <strong>College</strong> placement test scores.Submit the following to the Limited Enrollment Programadvisor (Building B) when applying to the program:A. An application for the Dental Assistant Program(applications are available in January). Applicationsreceived after the date specified on the applicationwill not be considered.B. Verification from a licensed dentist or dental hygienist,substantiating completion of at least 16 hours ofobservation, volunteer service, or work experience.SELECTION CRITERIAThe following are specific criteria that will be used whenmaking selections for the Dental Assistant Program:1. GED, high school diploma, or college degree or minimumof TABE scores: Math - 10; Reading - <strong>11</strong>, and Language- <strong>11</strong>2. Documentation of residence in Highlands, DeSoto,Hardee, or Polk county for one year immediately priorto the time of application.3. Verification from a licensed dentist, substantiatingcompletion of at least 16 hours of observation, or workexperience.SELECTION PROCESSI. If you meet the minimum application requirements, youwill be considered for admission into the program.II.In cases where all credentials are equal, the followingcriteria will be used in the noted sequence to determinewhether you will be admitted into the program:A. previous degree(s),B. completion of Freshman English I and/orFundamentals of Speech Communication,C. date of receiving application.III. You may be notified of acceptance into, or rejection from,the fall class during late May, early June.Upon notification of admission, you are required tocomplete the following prior to the start of the fall term:1. Physical health exam and a record of immunizationsfrom a licensed physician or nurse practitioner, and astatement of satisfactory dental health from a licenseddentist (form to be provided upon notification of admission.2. <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Law Enforcement fingerprinting willbe scheduled one week before classes begin).NOTE: Failure to complete these requirements will result inloss of eligibility for admission to the program.ADVANCED STANDINGIf you apply to SFCC’s Dental Assistant Program andhave attended a dental assistant program at an accreditedcommunity college or university in <strong>Florida</strong>, you may beadmitted to the SFCC Dental Assistant Program withadvanced standing credit. Dental Assistant courses withDES prefixes and the last three digits are automaticallytransferable. The Dental Assistant Program Directordetermines if the course or courses (whether from the <strong>Florida</strong>104
sfccDental Assistant Program or an out-of-state Dental AssistantProgram) are the same in content and credit hour(s) as thoseoffered at SFCC. A grade of C or higher must be earned foreach course equivalent.GENERAL INFORMATION1. SFCC reserves the right to deny admission to you, ifyou lack required qualifications for the Dental AssistantProgram.2. You must reapply, if you wish to be considered for asubsequent class. Each class is selected from a newapplicant pool.3. The <strong>College</strong> adheres to federal and state laws controllingequal access/equal opportunity.4. You are expected to be punctual in attending every lecture,laboratory, clinical session, and off campus rotation.5. If you have excessive absences, you will be droppedfrom the program (excessive absences are defined asbeing absent from 10 percent or more scheduled classcontact hours with a grade average less than 75 percent,or being absent from 15 percent or more scheduled classcontact hours regardless of the grade).6. If you have life or health conditions that might hinderattendance, you may wish to consider another programor delay application until a strong commitment toattendance can be made.7. An official criminal history background check isrequired for entry into the Dental Assistant Program.Please be aware that some providers of clinicalexperience will not allow individuals with certaintypes of criminal history into their facilities. This maybe cause for denial into the program, because suchindividuals would not be able to successfully completeclinical portions of the Dental Assistant Program.ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS1. You are expected to be punctual in attending everylecture, laboratory, clinical session, and off campusrotation. If you have excessive absences, you will bedropped from the program.2. You must maintain a 70 percent in each and everydental assistant course. Less than 70 percent will resultin being dropped from the program.Prefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.Fall Term (Weeks 1-16)DEA 0025 Preclinical Orientation I 40DEA 0025L Preclinical Orientation I Lab 30DES 0021 Orofacial and Dental Anatomy 48DES 0205 Dental Radiographic Techniques 32DES 0205L Dental Radiographic Techniques Lab 48DES 0602 Office Emergencies 32DES 0801 Introduction to Clinical Procedures 32DES 0801L Introduction to Clinical Procedures Lab 48DES 0830 Expanded Functions I 20DES 0830L Expanded Functions I Lab 16DES 0844 Preventive Dentistry 36Spring Term (Weeks 17-32)DEA 0026 Preclinical Orientation II 40DEA 0026L Preclinical Orientation II Lab 30DEA 0130 Allied Dental Theory 64DEA 0800 Clinical Practice I 32DEA 0800L Clinical Practice I Lab 216DES 0053 Nitrous Oxide Monitoring 32* DES 0103 Elements of Dental Materials 30DES 0103L Elements of Dental Materials Lab 30DES 0831L Expanded Functions II Lab 24Summer Term (Weeks 33-45)DEA 0801 Clinical Practice II 24DEA 0801L Clinical Practice II Lab 246DEA 0931 Orthodontics for Dental Auxiliary 32DES 0501 Dental Office Management 48*Articulates with dental hygiene program, if you are acceptedinto the dental hygiene program within three years ofsuccessfully graduating from the dental assistant program.Approximate costs:Tuition $2,361.60Uniforms 250Laboratory fees 885Textbooks 685Graduation pin 40Dental Assistant National Board 475<strong>Florida</strong> criminal background check 40Gas for clinical rotations 500Total $5,236.60DENTAL HYGIENEASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2250Description of Program: The goals of the A.A.S. degreeDental Hygiene Program are to prepare you to become aprofessional, ethical, competent, entry-level, preventive oralhealth care professional. Upon graduation, you will have anunderstanding of your role as a member of the dental healthteam, a concern for the total well-being of patients, the abilityand motivation needed to educate patients in oral health,and the knowledge and clinical skills necessary to provideoptimum dental hygiene treatment. SFCC provides optimaleducational experiences for you that promote successfulachievement of the intended outcomes specified by the<strong>Florida</strong> Department of Education Curriculum Framework andof patient care competencies specific to the ADA AccreditationStandards for graduates of an associate’s degree in DentalHygiene.105
sfccThe dental hygiene curriculum is designed to prepare youfor employment as a licensed dental hygienist. You will beexpected to master competencies of the dental professionsuch as patient assessment, dental hygiene instrumentation,direct patient care services including debridement, takingand interpreting diagnostic radiographs, oral hygieneeducation, special population dental care, expandedfunctions, office management, infection control, ethics, andjurisprudence. Upon successful completion of the program,you will be eligible to sit for the National Dental HygieneBoard Examination and the <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> Clinical LicensureExamination.Length: Two (2) years (88 credit hours - 66 credit hoursfollowing the completion of the prerequisites, 22 credithours)Admission is once each year in the fall term.Application packets will be available beginningthe third Tuesday in January and the windowof submission is from that day until the thirdFriday in April of each year. This is a limitedaccess program.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSIn addition to the admission requirements of the <strong>College</strong>,the following are requirements for admission to the DentalHygiene Program:I. Satisfactory completion of any remedial courseworkneeded to be eligible for college level courses.II. Completion of the six pre-dental hygiene courses witha grade of C or higher in each, prior to applying, andan average cumulative GPA 2.75 or higher. (Someof the prerequisite courses may themselves haveprerequisites; please verify this information withCounseling/Advising (863) 784-7131 or in this <strong>College</strong><strong>Catalog</strong> under Course Descriptions.) Laboratoryscience courses must have been completed within fiveyears prior to application.The pre-dental hygiene courses are:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4BSC 1086C Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4CHM 1025C Intro to General Chemistry 4MCB <strong>2010</strong>C Microbiology 4ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I 3MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra 3III. Verification from a licensed general dentist or dentalhygienist substantiating completion of at least 40 hoursof observation, volunteer service, or work experience ina dental facility.IV. Competency in basic computer skills.A. You must demonstrate competency in basic computerskills in one of four ways:1. have a passing grade in a computer course on ahigh school transcript.2. have a passing grade in a computer course on acollege or university transcript.3. take Introduction to Microcomputers usingWindows during the Dental Hygiene Program atSFCC.4. verify through experiential credit.V. A completed Dental Hygiene Program application(separate application required for admission).ADMISSION PROCEDURESYou are responsible for the following admissions proceduresand for ensuring that your records are complete in theAdmissions Office.No application will be considered unless it is complete.I. Submit the following to the Admissions Office prior toapplying to the program:A. Completed college application.B. Official high school/GED transcript.C. Official transcript from each college attended forcredit courses.D. An application for the Dental Hygiene Program(applications are available in January). Applicationsreceived after the date specified on the applicationwill not be considered.E. Verification from a licensed dentist or dental hygienist,substantiating completion of at least 40 hours ofobservation, volunteer service, or work experience.II. Submit the following to the Limited Enrollment Programadvisor after acceptance into the Dental HygieneProgram:A. Physical health exam and a record of immunizationsfrom a licensed physician or nurse practitioner, anda statement of satisfactory dental health from alicensed dentist (form to be provided upon notificationof admission).III. <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Law Enforcement fingerprinting(will be scheduled one week before classes begin).SELECTION CRITERIA AND PROCESSEntrance to the program is competitive. The higher the GPA,the better the chance of being selected for the program.Following are specific criteria that will be used when makingselections for the Dental Hygiene Program:I. Completion of six pre-dental hygiene courses with a gradeof C or above in each course, and an overall cumulativeGPA of 2.75 or above for all pre-dental hygiene courses.106
sfccII. Documentation of residence in Highlands, DeSoto,Hardee, or Polk county for one year immediately priorto the time of application.III. Verification from a licensed dentist or dental hygienist,substantiating completion of at least 40 hours ofobservation, volunteer service, or work experience.IV. In the event there are two or more applicants with anidentical number of points, the following criteria will beused, in the given sequence, as a tiebreaker:A. a higher cumulative GPA for the six prerequisitecourses.B. if GPAs are identical, then completion of any of theadditional 12 hours of general education courses(Fundamentals of Speech Communication, GeneralPsychology, General Sociology, and a three creditHumanities elective).C. if the same number of general education courseshave been completed, then a higher cumulative GPAfor the completed general education courses.D. if the GPAs of completed general education coursesare identical, then quantity of experience in a dentaloffice or clinic.E. if the experience in a dental office or clinic is identical,then the date of receiving the dental hygieneapplication.V. You may anticipated notification of acceptance into, orrejection from, the fall class in May.SELECTION PROCESS POINT SYSTEMCumulative GPA for the six pre-dental hygiene courses(Maximum Points = 65)4.0 to 3.81 65 Points3.80 to 3.72 61 Points3.71 to 3.63 54 Points3.62 to 3.45 47 Points3.44 to 3.27 39 Points3.26 to 3.13 30 Points3.12 to 3.0 20 Points2.99 to 2.72 10 Points2.71 to 2.5 5 PointsLess Than 2.50 PointsObservation, volunteer, or work experience in a dentaloffice or clinic (8 hours = 1 day, 21 days = 1 month)(Maximum Points = 6)6 days 1 Point7 days to 5 months 2 Points5 months 1 day to <strong>11</strong> months 3 Points<strong>11</strong> months 1 day to 24 months 4 Points24 months 1 day to 35 months 5 PointsMore than 35 months6 PointsPrevious degree (Maximum Points = 9)Graduate from ADA Accredited DentalAssistant ProgramA.A.S./A.S./A.A .degreeB.A./B.S. degreeA.A.S./A.S./A.A. degree and B.A./B.S. degreeM.A./M.S. degree1 Point2 Points3 Points5 Points3 PointsD.A. graduate, A.A.S./A.S./A.A. degree,B.A./B.S. degree, and M.A./M.S. degree9 PointsResident of Highlands, Hardee, DeSoto, or Polk counties(5 Points)Total Points = 100Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.Fall TermFIRST YEARDEH 1002 Introduction to Dental Hygiene 2DEH 1002L Dental Hygiene Pre-Clinic 2DES 1020 Orofacial Anatomy 2DES 1020L Orofacial Anatomy Lab 1DES 1200 Dental Radiology 2DES 1200L Dental Radiology Lab 2SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 314Spring TermDEH <strong>11</strong>30 Oral Embryology and Histology 3DES <strong>11</strong>00C Dental Materials and Expanded Duties 3DEH 1600 Medical Emergencies 2DEH 1800 Dental Hygiene Theory I 2DEH 1800L Dental Hygiene Clinic I 313Summer TermDEH 1802 Dental Hygiene Theory II 2DEH 1802L Dental Hygiene Clinic II 3DEH 2400 General and Oral Pathology 38Fall TermDEH 2602 Periodontology 2DEH 2300 Pharmacology and Pain Control 3PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3DEH 2804 Dental Hygiene Theory III 2DEH 2804L Dental Hygiene Clinic III 4DEH 2710 Nutritional and Dental Health 216Spring TermSECOND YEARDEH 2702 Community Dental Health 2DEH 2702L Community Dental Health Lab 1DEH 2806 Professional Development andEthical Principles 2DEH 2806L Dental Hygiene Clinic IV 4Humanities Elective (G.E.) 3SYG 2000 General Sociology (G.E.) 315Computer competency required prior to graduation.GENERAL INFORMATION1. SFCC reserves the right to deny admission to you, if youdemonstrate the lack of required qualifications for theDental Hygiene Program.2. You must reapply, if you wish to be considered for asubsequent class. Each class is selected from a newapplicant pool.3. The <strong>College</strong> adheres to federal and state laws controllingequal access/equal opportunity.4. You should understand that completion of all or part ofthe general education courses required in the degreedoes not guarantee acceptance into the program.107
sfcc5. If you have excessive absences, you will be dropped fromthe program. Excessive absences are defined as beingabsent from 10 percent or more scheduled class contacthours. If you have life or health conditions that mighthinder attendance, you may wish to consider anotherprogram or delay application until a strong commitmentto attendance can be made.6. An official criminal history background check isrequired for entry into the Dental Hygiene Program.Please be aware that some providers of clinicalexperience will not allow individuals with certaintypes of criminal history into their facilities. This maybe cause for denial into the program, because suchindividuals would not be able to successfully completeclinical portions of the Dental Hygiene Program.7. For information about the Dental Hygiene Program,application procedures, and employment opportunities,please contact the Limited Enrollment Program advisorat (863) 784-7290.Approximate costs:Resident tuition $ 5,402Uniforms 250Instruments 880Laboratory Fees 1,560Malpractice Insurance 120Textbooks 1,058Graduation pin 45National Dental Hygiene Board Exam Review 600National Dental Hygiene Board Exam 175<strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> Licensure Examination 895<strong>Florida</strong> Department of Law Enforcementbackground check 40Total $<strong>11</strong>,025The registrar determines course equivalency of pre-dentalhygiene courses taken at other colleges and universities. Ifthe registrar is unable to determine course equivalency, thencourse equivalency will be determined by the appropriateSFCC dean.DRAFTING and DESIGNTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2<strong>11</strong>0drafting office practices to assist mechanical, electrical, andelectronic, architectural, chemical, civil, or other engineersin the design and drafting of electrical circuits, machines,structures, and architectural plans.Length: Two (2) years (62 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEARETD <strong>11</strong>02C Technical Drawing I 3ETD 1320C Computer Aided Drafting 3*** ETD 1530C Architectural Drawing I 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 315Second Term*** ETD 2200C Technical Drawing II 3*** ETD 2340C Computer Aided Drafting II 3*** ETD 2531C Architectural Drawing II 3ETD 2905 Directed Study in Draftingand Design 413Summer TermSPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3TAR 1820 Historical Preservation 3ETD 2949 Co-op Education in Draftingand Design 39First TermSECOND YEAR* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra (G.E.) 3BCN 1230 Building Construction: Materialsand Methods 4CGS 2565C Principles of Computer InformationSystems 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 313Second Term*** MAC <strong>11</strong>14 Plane Trigonometry (G.E.) 3*** CET 1588C LAN Support-Network+ 3** Social Science Elective (G.E.) 3INP 1390 Human Relations orMNA 2345 Management and Supervision 312* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in Drafting andDesign Technology prepares you for a career as an assistantto architects, engineers, manufacturers, or building contractors.The drafting and design technician translates ideas, sketches,or written specifications into working drawings. Course contentincludes, but is not limited to, communication skills; leadershipskills; human relations and employability skills; safe andefficient work practices; drafting standards; math skills and108
sfccDRAFTINGOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3290Description of Program: The Drafting certificate preparesyou for employment as drafting assistants. The coursecontent includes, but is not limited to, communicationskills, leadership skills, human relations and employabilityskills, safe and efficient work practices, blueprint machineoperation, use of drafting tools and equipment, drafting skills,charts and graphs, computer aided drawings, and technicalmathematics. This is a limited access program. Requiredfor admission - TABE scores: Mathematics 10, Language 9,and Reading, 9.Length: 1800 contact hours / 60 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermFIRST YEARTDR 0102C Introduction to Technical Drawing 60TDR 0101L Drafting Lab 180TDR 0300C Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting 60TDR 0101L Drafting Lab 180Second Term* TDR 0350C Advanced Concepts in Computer AidedDrafting 60TDR 0101L Drafting Lab 180* TDR 0710C Technical Drawing for Manufacturing 60TDR 0101L Drafting Lab 180Summer TermTDR 0930 Special Problems Drafting/Design 60TDR 0101L Drafting Lab 120First TermSECOND YEARTDR 0501C Introduction to Architectural Drawing 60TDR 0101L Drafting Lab 180TDR 0930 Special Problems Drafting/Design 60TDR 0101L Drafting Lab 180Second Term* TDR 0504C Architectural and Construction Drawing(60 cont. hrs.) andTDR 0101L Drafting Lab (120 cont. hrs.) orTDR 0949 Co-op Work Experience in Drafting 180* Check the course description for prerequisites.NOTE: Lab hours and internship/co-op hours may be usedinterchangeably.Educator preparationinstitute (EPI)Program Code: 5001Description of Program: EPI is an accelerated programthat provides adults who hold baccalaureate degrees anopportunity to successfully complete the components of<strong>Florida</strong> teacher certification in approximately nine months.EPI graduates, once certified by the <strong>Florida</strong> Department ofEducation, receive a professional certificate and may teachanywhere in <strong>Florida</strong>.Length: 21 institutional credit hoursPrefix Number Course Title Inst. Cr. Hrs.First TermEPI 0001 Classroom Management 3EPI 0002 Instructional Strategies 3EPI 0003 Technology 3EPI 0004 Teaching and Learning Process 3EPI 0010 Research-Based Practices in Reading 3EPI 0020 Professional Foundations 2EPI 0030 Diversity 2EPI 0940 Professional Foundations Field Experience* 1EPI 0945 Diversity Field Experience* 1* Each field experience course requires you to complete a minimumof 15 hours of observation and supervised teaching practice inapproved local public or private schools.ELECTRICALAPPRENTICESHIPProgram Code: 3902Description of Program: The Heartland ElectricalApprenticeship Committee sponsors the ElectricalApprenticeship Program. Program completion requires thatyou perform 640 hours of related class training and 8,000hours of on-the-job training (OJT). Related class traininghours may count towards completion, but OJT hours are notrecorded until you are indentured to a participating employer.The Electrical Apprenticeship program is a selectiveadmission program restricted to individuals who are employedin the electrical industry and are working for a participatingemployer. Prospective students who are currently working fora participating employer in this area are encouraged to applyfor selection to the Apprenticeship Committee before Augustof each year. For more information call (863) 453-2250.This program is registered with the <strong>Florida</strong> Department ofEducation and is recognized by the United <strong>State</strong>s Departmentof Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship Training. This is a limitedaccess program.109
sfccLength: 640 classroom contact hours and 8,000 hourson-the-job training / 21 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermFIRST YEARBCA 0350 Electrical Wiring I 80BCA 0321 Electrician Internship 320Second TermBCA 0350 Electrical Wiring I 80BCA 0321 Electrician Internship 320Summer TermBCA 0321 Electrician Internship 400First TermSECOND YEAR* BCA 0351 Electrical Wiring II 80BCA 0321 Electrician Internship 320Second Term* BCA 0351 Electrical Wiring II 80BCA 0321 Electrician Internship 320Summer TermBCA 0321 Electrician Internship 400BCA 0321 Electrician Internship 320First TermTHIRD YEAR* BCA 0352 Electrical Wiring III 80BCA 0321 Electrician Internship 320Second Term* BCA 0352 Electrical Wiring III 80BCA 0321 Electrician Internship 320Summer TermBCA 0321 Electrician Internship 400First TermFOURTH YEAR* BCA 0353 Electrical Wiring IV 80BCA 0321 Electrician Internship 320Second Term* BCA 0353 Electrical Wiring IV 80BCA 0321 Electrician Internship 320Summer TermBCA 0321 Electrician Internship 400Apprentices must document 8,000 hours of appropriate on-the-jobtraining.ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTIONTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2120Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in ElectricalDistribution Technology prepares you to work as a lineworker in the construction, maintenance, and repair ofelectric utility overhead and underground systems. You willcombine electrical distribution system classroom study withlaboratory and practical applications. You will be expectedto master competencies such as electrical distribution safework practices; basic electrical theory; overhead pole lineand underground electrical construction operation andmaintenance; fundamentals of electric power systemsmanagement; and electrical distribution equipment installationand installation of residential/commercial service metering.Upon successful completion of the program, you will receivethe A.A.S. degree and will possess the necessary skills foremployment as an Electric Utility Distribution Line worker.Length: Two (2) years (65 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3EET 1772C First Aid, Rescue, and CPR 2CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 2EET 1006C Safe Work Practices 3EET 1505C Basic Electricity for Line Workers 3TRA 1250 CDL for Electrical Distribution I 417Second Term* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3EET 1761C Trucks and Excavation Equipment 3TRA 1251C CDL for Electrical Distribution II 3TRA 1252C CDL for Electrical Distribution III 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 315First TermSPC 2608SECOND YEARFundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E) 3EET 1760C Pole Climbing, Ropes, and Rigging 3EET 2765C Pole Line Equipment I 3EET 2769C Pole Line Equipment II 3** Electrical Distribution Elective 315Second TermEET 1763C Underground Distribution 3PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3EET 1762C Electrical Distribution Structures 3EET 2766C Metering and Energy Management 2EET 2770C Installing Overhead Conductors 4EET 2771C Electrical Distribution Substations 318* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.<strong>11</strong>0
sfcc** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.Program Core Curriculum Course Electives:EET 1764C Street and Area Lighting Systems 3EET 2767C American Power Systems 3Labs: With the approval of the program chair and course instructorand contingent upon meeting the program provisions, credit for labs/proficiencies may be earned on-the-job or given for experience.Electrical LinemanApprenticeshipProgram Code: 3905Description of Program: The program is designed tointroduce you to the historic and current methods andprocedures of entry level job skills of electrical lineman. Topicsinclude safety, required mathematics, electrical concepts,measuring electric output, understanding AC current, designof three phase systems, transformers and their installation,distribution and transmission poles, underground distributionsystems, application of meters, phasing and measuringvoltage and current, and an understanding of overall electricalsystem operations. The instruction consists of classroomstudy and hands-on practice. Program completion requiresthat you perform 640 hours of related classroom training,8,000 hours of internship and on-the-job training (OJT). TheElectrical Lineman Apprenticeship program is a selectiveadmission program restricted to individuals who are employedin the electrical industry and are working for a participatingemployer. Prospective students who are currently working fora participating employer in this area are encouraged to applyfor selection to the Apprenticeship Committee before Augustof each year. For more information call (863) 453-2250.Length: 640 classroom contact hours, 8,000 hours ofinternship and on-the-job training / 21.3 occupationalcreditsPrefix Number Course Title Cont. Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAREEV 0773 Lineman Apprenticeship I 4-80EEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 320Second TermEEV 0773 Lineman Apprenticeship I 4-80EEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 320Summer TermEEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 400First TermSECOND YEAREEV 0774 Lineman Apprenticeship II 4-80EEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 320Second TermEEV 0774 Lineman Apprenticeship II 4-80EEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 320Summer TermEEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 400First TermTHIRD YEAREEV 0775 Lineman Apprenticeship III 4-80EEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 320Second TermEEV 0775 Lineman Apprenticeship III 4-80EEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 320First TermFOURTH YEAREEV 0776 Lineman Apprenticeship IV 4-80EEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 320Second TermEEV 0776 Lineman Apprenticeship IV 4-80EEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 320Summer TermEEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 400EEV 0941 Lineman Apprenticeship Internship 400ELECTRIC LINE SERVICE REPAIROccupational CertificateProgram Code: 3300Description of Program: The Post-Secondary AdultVocational (PSAV) certificate in Electric Line Service Repairprepares you to work as an electric line technician in theconstruction, maintenance and repair of electric utilityoverhead and underground systems. You will combineelectrical distribution system classroom study with laboratoryand practical applications in the course of the program. Youwill master competencies expected of the trade such aselectrical distribution safe work practices; basic electricaltheory; overhead pole line and underground electricalconstruction operation and maintenance and electricaldistribution equipment installation. Upon completion ofthe program, you will receive the PSAV certificate and willpossess the necessary skills for employment in the electricutility field as an electric line service and repair technician.Length: 1500 contact hours / 50 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.EEV 0030 Basic Electricity for Line Workers 45EEV 0766L Electrical Distribution Lab 90EEV 0186 Safe Work Practices 45EEV 0766L Electrical Distribution Lab 90EEV 0760 Pole Climbing, Ropes, and Rigging 45EEV 0766L Electrical Distribution Lab 90<strong>11</strong>1
sfccEEV 0761 Trucks and Excavation Equipment 45EEV 0766L Electrical Distribution Lab 90EEV 0762 Electrical Distribution Structures 45EEV 0766L Electrical Distribution Lab 90EEV 0763 Underground Distribution 45EEV 0766L Electrical Distribution Lab 90EEV 0765 Pole Line Equipment I 45EEV 0766L Electrical Distribution Lab 90EEV 0769 Pole Line Equipment II 45EEV 0766L Electrical Distribution Lab 90EEV 0770 Installing Overhead Conductors 45EEV 0766L Electrical Distribution Lab 90EEV 0949 Co-op Work Experience in ElectricalDistribution 135TRA 0260 CDL for Electrical Line Service I 60TRA 0261 CDL for Electrical Line Service II 45TRA 0262 CDL for Electrical Line Service III 45Labs: With the approval of the program chair and course instructorand contingent upon meeting the program provisions, credit for labs/proficiencies may be earned on-the-job, given for experience, and/or EEV 0766L Electrical Distribution Lab.NOTE: Many of the courses will be offered concurrently with coursesfor the two-year A.A.S. degree curriculum in Electrical DistributionTechnology. The number of students enrolled in the PSAV programwill determine whether additional courses for PSAV program studentswill be offered. It may be possible to complete the program in less thantwo years. Lab hours and internship/co-op hours may be usedinterchangeably.ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING(Electronics Engineering Technology)ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2130Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in ElectronicsEngineering (Electronics Engineering Technology) preparesyou for employment in the electronics field, in such areas astechnology, engineering and science; in various disciplinesinvolving research, design, manufacturing, electronicequipment sales, computers, communications, and industrialcontrol systems. You will be provided the knowledge and skillsneeded to assist engineers in the application of electricaland electronics principles and procedures to the areas ofdesign, development, production, testing, and maintenance.Course content includes, but is not limited to basic conceptsof electricity and electronics, theory and use of electrical andelectronic test instruments, interpretation of circuit diagrams,basic electrical and electronics technical drawing, and digitalelectronics with emphasis on minicomputer systems.Length: Two (2) years (68 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra (G.E.) 3*** EET 1015C Electronics I 4PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3ETD <strong>11</strong>02C Technical Drawing I 316Second Term*** EET 1025C Electronics II 4*** MAC <strong>11</strong>14 Plane Trigonometry (G.E.) 3SPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3*** ETD 1614C Applied Electronics Drawing 2CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputerusing Windows (G.E.) 315Summer Term*** EET <strong>11</strong>41C Introduction to Solid <strong>State</strong> Devices 4EET 1605C Electronic Fabrication Techniques 37First TermSECOND YEARPHY 1001C Introduction to General Physics (G.E.) 4*** EET <strong>11</strong>42C Electronics III 4*** CET 2<strong>11</strong>4C Digital Electronics I 4** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 315Second Term*** CET 2123C Introduction to Microprocessors 4*** CET <strong>11</strong>78C PC Support A+ Core Hardware 4*** EET 2325C Electronic Communications 4** Elective 315* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.ELECTRONICS ENGINEERINGASSOCIATE IN SCIENCEProgram Code: 1530Description of Program: The A.S. degree in ElectronicsEngineering prepares you for employment in the electronicsfield, in such areas as technology, engineering and science; invarious disciplines involving research, design, manufacturing,electronic equipment sales, computers, communications, andindustrial control systems. You will be provided the knowledgeand skills needed to assist engineers in the application ofelectrical and electronic principles and procedures to theareas of design, development, production, testing, andmaintenance. Course content includes, but is not limited tobasic concepts of electricity and electronics, theory and useof electrical and electronics test instruments, interpretationof circuit diagrams, basic electrical and electronicstechnical drawing and digital electronics with emphasis onminicomputer systems.Length: Two (2) years (68 credit hours)<strong>11</strong>2
sfccPrefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra (G.E.) 3EET 1015C Electronics I 4INP 1390 Human Relations orPSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 316Second TermEET 1025C Electronics II 4*** MAC <strong>11</strong>14 Plane Trigonometry (G.E.) 3*** SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3ETD 1614C Applied Electronics Drawing 2** Social Sciences Elective (G.E.) 315Summer Term*** EET <strong>11</strong>41C Introduction to Solid <strong>State</strong> Devices 4EET 1605C Electronic Fabrication Techniques 37First TermSECOND YEARPHY 1001C Introduction to General Physics (G.E.) 4EET <strong>11</strong>42C Electronics III 4CET 2<strong>11</strong>4C Digital Electronics I 4** EET Technical Elective 315Second TermCET 2123C Introduction to Microprocessors 4CET <strong>11</strong>78C PC Support A+ Core Hardware 4EET 2325C Electronic Communications 4** EET Technical Elective 315Computer Competency Required.* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to select the proper course to fulfill thisrequirement after consulting with a counselor.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGYOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3310Description of Program: The Electronics Technologycertificate prepares you for employment as a technician inelectronics related businesses and industries. Course contentincludes, but is not limited to, A.C. and D.C. circuits, solid statedevices, analog circuits, digital devices, and microprocessing.Length: 1400 contact hours / 46.7 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermEEV 08<strong>11</strong>C D.C. Circuits 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 180EEV 0812C A.C. Circuits 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 180Second TermEEV 0813C Solid <strong>State</strong> Devices 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 180* EEV 0814C Analog Circuits 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 180First Summer Flex Session* EEV 0815C Digital Devices 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 120Second Summer Flex Session* EEV 0816C Microprocessors 60EEV 0360L Electronics Technology Lab 200* Check the course description for prerequisites.NOTE: Lab hours and internship/co-op hours may be usedinterchangeably.EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICESASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2260Description of Program: The A.A.S. Degree in EmergencyMedical Services provides you with supervisory levelinstruction related to emergency, out-of-hospital careunder the direction of an emergency physician. Emergencymedical services personnel direct and manage patient careaspects of the emergency response team. The EmergencyMedical Services Program is a two-year applied sciencesdegree program. It includes EMT, Paramedic, and generaleducation coursework. Students certified as an EmergencyMedical Technician may be awarded <strong>11</strong> credit hours towardthis program of study. Students certified as Paramedics maybe awarded up to 44 credit hours into this degree program.Students must take at least 15 credit hours in the program atSFCC to be awarded a degree by SFCC.Entry Requirement: This is a limited access program, youmust obtain authorization from the EMS Program managerprior to registering for all or part of this program. You must becertified as an EMT prior to enrolling in the Paramedic portionof the program. If you have experience as an EMT, you willbe given preference in entering the Paramedic portion of theprogram. The Paramedic portion of this program is limitedaccess due to space limitations. You are advised to take theGeneral Education portion of this program prior to or after yourParamedic training which requires extensive field exercises.Length: Two (2) years (73 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.Fall TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3<strong>11</strong>3
sfccCGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3PSY 2012 General Psychology or (G.E.)SYG 2000 General Sociology (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3SPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 318Spring TermEMS <strong>11</strong>59C Emergency Medical Technician Basics <strong>11</strong>Fall TermSECOND YEAREMS 1010C Anatomy for Paramedics 3EMS 1014 Paramedic Preparatory 2EMS 1600 Paramedic Fundamentals 2EMS 1600L Paramedic Fundamentals Lab 2EMS 1641 Paramedic Clinical Experience I 2EMS 1656 Paramedic Field Internship I 1EMS 1681 Paramedic Special Considerations 2EMS 1681L Paramedic Special Considerations Lab 216Spring TermEMS 1555 Paramedic Trauma Management 2EMS 1555L Paramedic Trauma Management Lab 1EMS 1642 Paramedic Clinical Experience II 2EMS 1657 Paramedic Field Internship II 2EMS 1685 Paramedic Medical Emergencies 3EMS 1685L Paramedic Medical Emergencies Lab 2EMS 1686 Paramedic Special Emergencies 3EMS 1686L Paramedic Special Emergencies Lab <strong>11</strong>6Summer TermEMS 1643 Paramedic Clinical Experience III 1EMS 1658 Paramedic Field Internship III 3EMS 1687 Paramedic Rescue Emergencies 4EMS 1687L Paramedic Rescue Emergencies Lab 412* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.EMERGENCY MEDICALTECHNICIAN (BASIC)ADVANCED TECHNICAL DIPLOMAProgram Code: 2810Description of Program: The Emergency MedicalTechnician (Basic) Advanced Technical Diploma is designedto train you to become an Emergency Medical Technician.This program is approved by the <strong>Florida</strong> Department ofEducation and the <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Health. Uponcompletion, you will be eligible to take the state certificationexamination. Some weekend hours are required for clinicalpractice. Program content includes, but is not limited to,anatomy, cardiac care, medical emergencies, emergencychildbirth, poisoning, shock, respiratory emergencies, andpsychological emergencies.ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSThe following entrance criteria must be fulfilled and submittedto the EMT Training Center a minimum of one month prior tothe scheduled class start date:I. Ninth grade level in reading, mathematics, and languageas certified by the TABE. This requirement may be waived,if you have received an associate’s degree or higher.II. Eighteen years of age or older. You must provide copyof current driver’s license.III. A high school/GED graduate (provide high schooltranscript, showing graduation with high school/GEDscores).IV. Physical examination. Have the <strong>College</strong> approvedphysical exam form completed and returned.V. Proof of immunization for Hepatitis B.VI. Must show proof of current C.P.R. training.VII. In addition, if you are admitted to the program, you arerequired to sign the following documents:A. <strong>State</strong>ment to the effect that, to the best of yourknowledge, you do not have any physical and/ormental condition that would interfere with your abilityto perform the required EMT responsibility.B. If you wish to use the SFCC EMT staff instructor asa reference on a job application, you must sign theGrade Release form. For any information related toyour performance to be released, the <strong>College</strong> mustreceive a signed statement from you authorizing therelease of the information.C. Compliance Agreements. This is required to ensurethat you are informed of the rights to which you areentitled according to standard college policy.D. Rescue/Injury Release form. This form is required toensure that you are aware and have been informedthat the clinical portion may result in your injury,death, or illness.REGISTRATION PROCESS1. Completed packets are date stamped upon receipt anda priority number is issued to your application based onthe date the packet is received.2. One month prior to the beginning of the class, you willbe notified, based on your priority number, of registrationdates and procedures. (If you do not register by thespecified date, you forfeit your priority number.)NOTE: The EMS department reserves the right to denyadmission to you, if you lack the necessary qualifications tothe EMT Program.<strong>11</strong>4
sfccLength: One (1) term (<strong>11</strong> credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.EMS <strong>11</strong>59C Emergency Medical Technician Basic <strong>11</strong>FIRE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2142Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in FireScience Technology provides you with educational classesthat prepares you for employment as a fire inspector andinvestigator, fire science technician, fire officer, fire safetyinspector, or firefighter. If you have been previously or arecurrently employed in these occupations, it can providesupplemental training for you. This program meets both thestate of <strong>Florida</strong> and FESHE degree models.* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.Fire Science Electives:FFP 1302 Fire Apparatus and Equipment 3FFP 1824 Basic Incident Management 1FFP 1825 Intermediate Incident Management 1FFP 1832 Emergency Response to Terrorism 1FFP 2401 Hazardous Materials Emergency Operations 3FFP 2402 Hazardous Materials II 3FFP 2423 Hazardous Materials III 2FFP 2510 Related Fire Codes and Standards 3FFP 2521 Blueprint Reading and Plans Examination 3FFP 2541 Private Fire Protection II 3FFP 2604 Fire Investigation and Arson Detection 3FFP 2606 Post Blast Investigations 3FFP 2630 Latent Investigations 3FFP 2670 Legal Issues for Investigators 3FFP 2706 Public Information Officer 3FFP 2741 Fire Service Course Design 3MNA 2303 Introduction to Public PersonnelManagement 3Length: Two (2) years (60 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.Fall TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3FFP 1505 Fire Prevention 3FFP 1540 Private Fire Protection I 3FFP 2810 Firefighting Tactics and Strategies I 315Spring TermFFP 1301 Fire Hydraulics and Water Supply 3PSY 2012 General Psychology orSYG 2000 General Sociology (G.E.) 3FFP 2720 Company Officer Leadership orFFP 2780 Fire Service Administration 3FFP 2120 Building Construction for Fire Protection 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 315Summer TermSPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 33Fall TermSECOND YEARFFP 2702 Principles of Emergency Services 3* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I or* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra (G.E.) 3FFP 2612 Fire Behavior and Combustion 3FFP 2740 Fire Service Course Delivery 3FFP 28<strong>11</strong> Firefighting Tactics and Strategies II 315Spring TermFFP 2770 Ethical and Legal Issues in Firefighting 3FFP 2610 Fire Investigation: Origin and Cause 3FFP 2<strong>11</strong>1 Fire Chemistry 3** Fire Science Elective 312FOOD MANAGEMENT,PRODUCTION, AND SERVICESOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3330Description of Program: The Food Management, Production,and Services certificate prepares you for employment asa kitchen manager and operations cook. The programalso provides supplemental training for persons previouslyor currently employed in this occupation. Course contentincludes kitchen organization, sanitation, and planning forproduction; quantity food preparation with emphasis on timing,quality, efficiency, and cost controls; detailed studies in rawmaterials, recipes, menu planning, and the use of institutionalequipment; and banquet presentation, catering, and otherspecialty preparations. Lab experience is an integral portionof this program. This includes instruction in the use of utensils,equipment, food, and in procedures required to prepare meals.Length: <strong>11</strong>40 contact hours / 38 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermFSS 0228 Food Preparation I 60FSS 0940L Food Production and Management Lab 30-180*** FSS 0236 Quantity Food Preparation I 60FSS 0940L Food Production and Management Lab 30-180Second Term*** FSS 0229 Food Preparation II 60FSS 0940L Food Production and Management Lab 30-180<strong>11</strong>5
sfccFSS 0237 Quantity Food Preparation II 60FSS 0940L Food Production and Management Lab 30-180Summer TermFSS 0949 Applied Techniques in Food Service 60-180FSS 0940L Food Production and Management Lab 30-180*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.HOSPITALITY AND TOURISMMANAGEMENTASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2150Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in Hospitalityand Tourism Management prepares you for entry-levelemployment in a number of areas, including front officemanager, dining room, restaurant, or kitchen manager, orany variety of positions in the hospitality field. Course contentincludes, but is not limited to, food service principles, food andbeverage management and controls, sanitation, supervision,merchandising, and front office procedures.Length: Two (2) years (64 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I orACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3HFT 1000 Introduction to HospitalityManagement 3FOS 2201 Sanitation and Safety 315Second TermSPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3Any Social/Behavioral ScienceGeneral Education Elective (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3FSS 1224C Food Preparation for Managers 3GEB 2430 Business Ethics 315Summer Term** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 3FSS 2120 Hospitality Purchasing 36First TermSECOND YEARBUL 2241 Business Law I 3FSS 1063C Introduction to Baking 3FSS 2251 Food and Beverage Controls 3GEB 10<strong>11</strong> Introduction to Business 3** Elective 315Second TermMNA 2345 Management and Supervision 3FSS 1248C Garde-Manger 3HFT 2530 Hospitality Merchandising and Advertising 3HFT 2949 Co-op Education Training in Hotel / Motel /Restaurant Management 413* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.HOSPITALITY AND TOURISMMANAGEMENTASSOCIATE IN SCIENCEProgram Code: 1540Description of Program: This A.S. degree in Hospitalityand Tourism Management prepares you for entry-levelemployment in a number of areas, including front officemanager, dining room, restaurant, or kitchen manager, or anyvariety of positions in the hospitality and tourism field. Coursecontent includes, but is not limited to, food service principles,food and beverage management and controls, sanitation,supervision, merchandising, and front office procedures.Length: Two (2) years (64 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I or+ ACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3HFT 1000 Introduction to HospitalityManagement 3FOS 2201 Sanitation and Safety 315Second TermSPC 2608Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3FSS 1224C Food Preparation for Managers 3GEB 2430 Business Ethics 315Summer Term** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 3FSS 2120 Hospitality Purchasing 36First TermSECOND YEARFSS 1063C Introduction to Baking 3FSS 2251 Food and Beverage Controls 3<strong>11</strong>6
sfccENC <strong>11</strong>02 Freshman English II (G.E.) 3*** General Elective 312Second Term** BUL 2241 Business Law I 3** MNA 2345 Management and Supervision (UCF majors) 3** FSS 1248C Garde-Manger or**+ ACG 20<strong>11</strong> Financial Accounting II (UCF majors) 3HFT 2530 Hospitality Merchandising and Advertising 3HFT 2949 Co-op Education Training in Hotel / Motel /Restaurant Management 416* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** UCF majors should take ECO 2013 as an elective.+ If completing ACG 2021 instead of ACG 2001 and ACG 20<strong>11</strong>, youmust also complete an additional 3 hour Business Elective.INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENTTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2160Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in IndustrialManagement Technology is designed to provide specificentry-level managerial and supervisory skills related toyour technical areas of training. You will gain a balance ofacademic, business, supervisory, management, and technicalskills. NOTE: Up to 30 college credits may be awarded for anoccupational certificate and/or lifetime experience.If you plan to enter this A.A.S. program, you must havecompleted a SFCC (or its equivalent) occupational certificatewith a GPA of 2.0 or higher prior to admission or providedocumented evidence of practical or lifetime experience. Ifyou are seeking credit for practical or lifetime experience,you must follow Experiential Learning Credit guidelines priorto enrolling in this program. If you are an incoming transferstudent who has completed comparable occupational creditcourses at other accredited institutions, you must havean official transcript sent to the Admissions Office. Theregistrar and the dean of Applied Sciences and Technologiesdetermine transferable courses that could be used towardthis program.To be eligible for this program, you must have a high schooldiploma or equivalent. The college credit awarded as part ofthis program will be held in escrow until the A.A.S. degreein Industrial Management Technology has been completedand may not be used toward any other degree. If you havespecial admission requirements, you must obtain approvalof your application by the dean of Applied Sciences andTechnologies.Length: Two (2) years (60 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3GEB 10<strong>11</strong> Introduction to Business 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3## Technical Requirements 315Second TermACG 2001 Financial Accounting I orACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3MNA 2345 Management and Supervision 3SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3# Technical Internship 312First TermSECOND YEARINP 1390 Human Relations orPSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3** Social Science Elective (G.E.) 3** Management Elective 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 312Second TermAwarded Credits and Electives 21* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.# Technical Internship - You will be required to intern within yourtechnical area. (See program manager.)## Technical Requirement -You will be required to complete six credithours of advanced technical training. (See program manager.)LANDSCAPE AND HORTICULTUREPROFESSIONALCOLLEGE CREDIT CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3032Description of Program: The purpose of this program is toprepare you for employment in the horticulture and landscapeindustries as nursery workers, landscape and groundkeepingworkers, landscape or horticulture specialists, and farm, ranch,and other agricultural workers. Course content includes, butis not limited to, instruction pertaining to an understanding ofplant physiology and growth, plant nutrition and fertilization,plant classification and identification, pest management,pruning and shaping plants, and employability skills. Creditswill articulate directly toward the A.A.S. degree in Landscapeand Horticulture Specialization (Program #2242).Length: One (1) year (18 credit hours)<strong>11</strong>7
sfccPrefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermORH 1010 Introduction to Horticulture 3HOS 1010 Introduction to Plant Science 3SWS <strong>11</strong>02 Soils and Fertilization 39Second TermAEB 2102 Principles of Agri-Business Management 3IPM 2671 Principles of Pest Management(Ornamental) 36Summer TermORH 1220 Turfgrass Management 33NOTE: Many agriculture specific courses are conducted as Webenhancedindependent studies. A mandatory orientation is held thefirst Tuesday of the term at 6 p.m. in Building T, Room 20.LANDSCAPE AND HORTICULTURESPECIALIZATIONASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2242Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in Landscapeand Horticulture Specialization prepares you for employmentin the landscape industry as an agricultural or nurseryand landscape professional or manager, landscapeand groundkeeping manager, production manager andsuperintendent, landscape gardener, landscape designer,supervisor, park worker, and a landscaping contractor. Coursecontent includes, but is not limited to, instruction pertainingto an understanding of plant physiology and growth, plantnutrition and fertilization, plant classification and identification,propagation, pest management, pruning and shaping plants,maintenance of landscape plants, equipment management,marketing, environmental management, employability andhuman relations skills, and business management.Length: Two (2) years (64 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3HOS 1010 Introduction to Plant Science 3SWS <strong>11</strong>02 Soils and Fertilization 312Second TermOST 2335 Business Communications 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3FRC 12<strong>11</strong> Citrus Culture 3IPM 2671 Principles of Pest Management(Ornamental) 3AGR 2931 Agriculture Seminar (Landscapeand Horticulture) <strong>11</strong>6Summer TermORH 1220 Turfgrass Management 3** Elective 36First TermSECOND YEARMNA 2345 Management and Supervision 3AOM 1310 Agricultural Machinery andEquipment (Landscape) 3ORH 1010 Introduction to Horticulture 3** Social Science Elective (G.E.) 3INP 1390 Human Relations orPSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 315Second Term** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 3LDE 2402 Landscape Design 3FNR 1060 Environmental Science and Policy 3AEB 2102 Principles of Agri-BusinessManagement 3AGR 2949AGR 2915Co-op Work Experience inAgriculture (Landscape andHorticulture Industry) orInternship in Agriculture (Landscapeand Horticulture Industry) 315* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, mathor reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair or counselorto select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.NOTE: Many agriculture specific courses are conducted as Webenhancedindependent studies. A mandatory orientation is held thefirst Tuesday of the term at 6 p.m. in Building T, Room 20.LANDSCAPE AND HORTICULTURETECHNICIANCOLLEGE CREDIT CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3034Description of Program: The purpose of this program is toprepare you for employment in the horticulture and landscapeindustries as nursery worker, landscape and groundkeepingworker, landscape or horticulture professional, landscapesupervisor, production and nursery supervisor, andhorticulture technician. Course content includes, but is notlimited to, instruction pertaining to an understanding of plantphysiology and growth, plant nutrition and fertilization, plantclassification and identification, pest management, pruningand shaping plants, maintenance of landscape plants,equipment maintenance, and employability skills. Credits willarticulate directly toward the A.A.S. degree in Landscape andHorticulture Specialization (Program #2242).Length: One (1) year (30 credit hours)<strong>11</strong>8
sfccPrefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermORH 1010 Introduction to Horticulture 3HOS 1010 Introduction to Plant Science 3AOM 1310Agricultural Machinery and Equipment(Landscape) 3SWS <strong>11</strong>02 Soils and Fertilization 312Second TermAEB 2102 Principles of Agri-Business Management 3FRC 12<strong>11</strong> Citrus Culture 3FNR 1060 Environmental Science and Policy 3IPM 2671 Principles of Pest Management(Ornamental) 3LDE 2402 Landscape Design 315Summer TermORH 1220 Turfgrass Management 33NOTE: Many agriculture specific courses are conducted as Webenhancedindependent studies. A mandatory orientation is held thefirst Tuesday of the term at 6 p.m. in Building T, Room 20.LAW ENFORCEMENT (BASIC)OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3340Description of Program: This program is designed to trainyou to become a law enforcement officer in the state of<strong>Florida</strong>, and it meets the state requirements as approved bythe Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.Upon successful completion of this occupational certificate,you will be eligible to take the state certification examination tobecome a certified law enforcement officer. You must attendall sessions of training and score a minimum of 80 percenton all examinations per Administrative Rule.You must:SPECIAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS1. obtain authorization from the director of Public Service priorto registering for all or part of this program.2. possess a valid <strong>Florida</strong> Driver’s License.3. be 19 years of age prior to graduation from the academy.LAW ENFORCEMENTAUXILIARY OFFICER(Prerequisite Course)OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3350Description of Program: This program is designed to trainyou to become a law enforcement auxiliary officer in the stateof <strong>Florida</strong>, and it meets the state requirements as approvedby the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.Upon successful completion of this “prerequisite” certificate,you may work as an auxiliary officer with limited authorityand in the company of a certified officer. You must attend allsessions of training and score a minimum of 80 percent onall examinations per Administrative Rule. If you graduate fromthis certificate, you may not carry a firearm, impact weapon,or operate a vehicle until you have successfully completedthe appropriate training through a certified training center oran agency with a certified high-liability instructor.*Length: <strong>11</strong>1 contact hours / 3.7 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.CJK 0031 First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers 40CJK 0240 LE Auxiliary Introduction 27CJK 0241 LE Auxiliary Patrol and Traffic 19CJK 0242 LE Auxiliary Investigations 17CJK 0422 Dart-Firing Stun Gun Use 8NOTE: Courses, hours, and requirements are subject to changeas determined and required by the state of <strong>Florida</strong> Criminal JusticeStandards and Training Commission.4. be a citizen of the United <strong>State</strong>s of America.5. submit to a background inquiry prior to admission(additional fee for fingerprint submission)6. not have a record of conviction for any felony ormisdemeanor involving moral turpitude or domesticviolence.7. successfully pass a Basic Abilities Test (additional fee) priorto admission.8. complete an Academy Application prior to admission.9. pass a physical exam for physical fitness training.* Weapons and uniforms that meet academy specificationsare your responsibility. See academy staff for details.* You must register for these classes as a “block” ofinstruction.*Length: 770 contact hours / 25.7 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.CJK 0007 Introduction to Law Enforcement <strong>11</strong>CJK 0008 Legal 69CJK 00<strong>11</strong> Human Issues 40CJK 0017 Communications 76CJK 0020 Vehicle Operations 48CJK 0031 First Aid for Criminal Justice Officers 40CJK 0040 Firearms 80CJK 0051 Defensive Tactics 80CJK 0061 Patrol I 58CJK 0062 Patrol II 40CJK 0071 Criminal Investigations 56<strong>11</strong>9
sfccCJK 0076 Crime Scene Investigations 24CJK 0082 Traffic Stops 24CJK 0083 DUI Traffic Stops 24CJK 0086 Traffic Crash Investigations 32CJK 0096 Physical Fitness Training 60CJK 0422 Dart-Firing Stun Gun Use 8NOTE: Courses, hours, and requirements are subject to changeas determined and required by the state of <strong>Florida</strong> Criminal JusticeStandards and Training Commission.NETWORKING SERVICESTECHNOLOGYASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2210Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in NetworkingServices Technology is a two-year program which preparesyou for working with sophisticated networking hardware andoperating system software and leads to industry-recognizedcertification. At the core of this degree program is the CiscoNetworking Academy curriculum, designed to prepare youfor working with high-tech Internet equipment and services.It also includes all related coursework to complete A.A.S.degree requirements. If you complete the Network SupportServices Certificate (Program #3370), you will be eligible toarticulate 12 credits toward this degree.Length: Two (2) years (63 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.NAIL SPECIALTYOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3283Description of Program: The Nail Specialty Program isdesigned to qualify you for employment upon successfullyobtaining a nail specialty certification. The program contentincludes but is not limited to: communication, leadership,human relations and employment skills; safe and efficientwork practice; development of skills in performing thetechniques required in the practice of nail specialistoccupations; <strong>Florida</strong> Cosmetology law and rules: acquisitionof knowledge of the nail specialist and related chemistry;bacteriology, anatomy and physiology.Length: 260 contact hours / 8.7 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.CSP 0013 Nail Specialty 260First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3** OST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboardingor Elective 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3# CET 1600C CISCO Networking Fundamentals 315Second Term*** ENC <strong>11</strong>02 Freshman English II (G.E.) 3*** CGS 2565C Principles of Computer InformationSystems 3# CET 1610C CISCO Router Technology 3** Social Science Elective (G.E.) 312Summer Term# CET 1615C CISCO Advanced Router Technology 3CET 2791 Microsoft Windows Client 36First TermSECOND YEAR# CET 1620C CISCO Project Based Learning 3*** COP 2170C Principles of Computer Programming 3SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3CET 2792 Microsoft Windows Server 3CGS 2820 Introduction to Web Design 315Second TermCET 2794 Microsoft Directory Services 3CTS 2106 Fundamentals of UNIX 3## Networking Electives 6** Humanities Electives (G.E.) 315* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course.** It is your responsibility to meet with the program manager orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.120
sfcc*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.# Graduates of the SFCC Network Support Services OccupationalProgram will have this course articulated directly into the program.## While any course in Computer Science or Networking Technologies,and several courses in Electronics will fulfill this requirement, youmay consider taking PC Hardware/Operating Systems whichprovides preparation for the CompTIA’s A+ certification.Networking Electives:CET 1685C Fundamentals of Network Security 3CET 1686C Intermediate Network Security 3CET 1854C Fundamentals of Wireless Networking 3CET 2793 Windows Network Infrastructure 3CET 2796 Designing Security for a Microsoft WindowsNetwork 3CET 2797 Designing a Windows Network Infrastructure 3Optional Certification Electives:* EEV 0684 Wireless Network Services I 60* EEV 0596 Network Security Services I 60EEV 0597 Network Security Services II 60* Prerequisite: EEV 0573NURSE ASSISTANTOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3390NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICESOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3370Description of Program: This program is designed toprepare you for employment as network support helpdesk, network support specialist, network administrator,and to provide continuing workforce development for thosepreviously or currently employed in these occupations. As aCISCO Networking Academy, SFCC is partnering with CISCOSystems, Inc., to provide a broad foundation of knowledgeand skills to prepare you for employment in network supportservices positions. The course content is designed to trainyou to design, build, and maintain sophisticated computernetworks. You will learn to build networks from the groundup, beginning with network design, proper cable installationtechniques, connecting and configuring Internet hardwareswitches and routers, and troubleshooting networks whenproblems occur. These courses will prepare you to work asa help desk support technician, installation expert, networktechnician, network support specialist, network designer,network installer, or network administrator.Length: 960 contact hours / 32 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermEEV 0570 Network Support Services I 60EEV 0930L Networking Lab 180EEV 0571 Network Support Services II 60EEV 0930L Networking Lab 180Second TermEEV 0572 Networking Support Services III 60EEV 0930L Networking Lab 180EEV 0573 Network Support Services IV 60EEV 0930L Networking Lab 180Description of Program: This program is designed toprepare you to work as a nursing assistant in a hospital,nursing home, skilled nursing facility, or other health caresettings. You should be able to provide basic patient careto all age groups in a safe manner. Emphasis is placed ongood clinical skills and effective communication. Successfulcompletion of the course permits you to take the state examfor certification. Some weekend hours are required for clinicalpurposes.Special Requirements: (1) Successfully pass CPR prior tothe beginning of classes, (2) Score Reading - 8, Mathematics- 8, and Language - 8, on TABE prior to registration.Length: 180 contact hours / 6 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.HCP 0100 Nursing Assistant 180Home Health Continuing Workforce EducationThis course is developed in accordance with the <strong>Florida</strong>Department of Children and Families guidelines for the HomeHealth Aide (Publication No. 10D-68.014, Home Health AideReg., Department of Children and Families).If you are taking this course, you will receive 40 hours ofspecialized instruction designed to prepare you for entrylevel employment in the home health field. Emphasis isplaced on communication, interpersonal relationships,nutrition, shopping, and home safety. Special Requirements:(1) Possess a Nurse Assistant certification from the stateof <strong>Florida</strong>, (2) Current Adult CPR card, (3) First Aid card,recommended.Prefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.VHZ 0506 Home Health 40121
sfccNURSING (Generic - RN)ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2220Description of Program: This two-year academic programis designed for you, if you are a beginning nursing studentwho wishes to become an Associate Degree Nurse (ADN).The program provides you the opportunity to acquire theknowledge, attitude, and skills needed to be eligible to take theNCLEX Exam for licensure as a registered nurse. The programis approved by the <strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing. This Board hasthe authority to deny a license to you, if you are found guiltyof violating <strong>Florida</strong> Statute 464.018 (<strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing,Nurse Practice Act - Professional Regulations).Length: Two (2) years (72 credit hours - 60 credit hoursfollowing the completion of the prerequisites, 12 credithours)You should consult with a counselor/advisor priorto enrolling in this program. Admission is onceeach year in the fall term. Application packets will beavailable beginning the third Tuesday in January andthe window of submission is from that day until thethird Friday in April of each year. The ADN Programis a limited access program.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSThe following materials and activities must be completed andsubmitted to the Allied Health advisor by March 1 in order foryou to be considered for admission:1. Completed SFCC Application for Admission.2. Completed Supplemental Nursing Application. (If youwish to apply to more than one nursing program, youmust submit a separate application for each program.)Application materials are available in Counseling/Advisingand online under Allied Health at www.southflorida.edu.3. Placement test scores from any one of the following tests:ACT, SAT I , or FCELPT (college placement test). Youmay schedule these tests through the <strong>College</strong>’s TestingCenter.4. Official high school transcript, GED, or equivalent verifyingproof of high school graduation.5. Official college transcript(s) verifying the completion of thefollowing courses and all other college work attempted:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 2* Must earn a grade of C or higher.The above prerequisites must be completed by the endof spring term. The acceptability of equivalents for any ofthe courses will be determined by SFCC’s dean of AppliedSciences and/or director of Nursing Education.6. Completed Health History Questionnaire.7. References from the following sources may be mailed ordelivered by hand, if it is in a sealed envelope:• Current or most recent employer.• Two persons of your choice other than a relative.8. Completed registration form and fee for NLN Pre-AdmissionExamination. All items must be forwarded to the AlliedHealth advisor at SFCC, 600 West <strong>College</strong> Drive, AvonPark, <strong>Florida</strong> 33825.9. Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Math for HealthOccupations, and Nutrition must have been taken withinseven years of admission to the program.10. All required developmental courses must be completedprior to application to the nursing programs.SELECTION CRITERIAThere are specific criteria which will be used when makingselections for the program. These criteria are as follows:1. Completion of the 12 prerequisite hours with a grade of C orhigher in each course and a cumulative prerequisite GPA of2.5 or higher. Prerequisite courses are as follows:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 2* Must earn a grade of C or higher.2. Achievement at the 50th percentile or above on the NLNpre-admission examination (composite percentile score).3. Satisfactory physical, mental, and dental health ascertified by a licensed physician and dentist. Certificationof satisfactory health is a requirement for admission to thenursing program. However, you will not be required to showdocumentation until after acceptance into the program.SELECTION PROCESSI. If you meet the application requirements as of March 1,you will be rank ordered, highest to lowest, on a productscore devised by multiplying the NLN composite percentilescore by the cumulative prerequisite GPA in the followingcourses:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3122
sfcc* PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 2* Must earn a grade of C or higher.II. In cases where all credentials are equal, the followingcriteria will be used in the given sequence to determinewho will be admitted into the program:A. Completion of any of the additional general educationcourses.B. Residence in service district.C. Completed application date.GENERAL INFORMATION1. SFCC reserves the right to deny admission to you, if youlack required qualifications for the ADN Program. You mustreapply, if you wish to be considered for a subsequentclass. Each class is selected from a new applicant pool.2. Completion of all or part of the general education coursesrequired in the degree does not guarantee acceptance intothe program.3. The nursing program at SFCC has a stringent attendancepolicy. It is imperative that you understand and agreeto abide by the published attendance standards prior toentering the program. The attendance policy is published inthe Nursing Student Handbook which specifies the numberof allowable absences for each portion of the program.If you have life or health conditions that might hinderattendance, you may wish to consider another program ordelay application until a strong commitment to attendancecan be made.4. An official criminal history background check isrequired for entry into this nursing program. Pleasebe aware that some providers of clinical experiencewill not allow individuals with certain types of criminalhistory into their facilities. This may deny entranceinto the program, because such individuals wouldnot be able to successfully complete clinical portionsof the nursing program. A criminal history may alsoprevent you from being allowed to take the NCLEXexamination for licensure by action of the <strong>Florida</strong>Board of Nursing.5. SFCC is a drug-free campus. As a student, you will berequired to submit to random drug testing.6. Computer literacy must be demonstrated prior tograduation.ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTSRegular and punctual attendance in all classes andlaboratories is required. In case of absence, it is yourresponsibility to contact the instructor prior to the beginningof the scheduled class or clinical experience. You may besubject to administrative and/or disciplinary penalties in actsof cheating, plagiarism, or failure to fulfill responsibilities inclinical areas.An overall GPA of 2.0 (C grade) or higher in all generaleducation courses and a grade of 3.0 (B grade) in eachand every nursing course. Theory and clinical grades arecomputed separately. Minimal passing grade for each is 80percent; achievement in either theory or clinical of less than80 percent constitutes a failure in the course.Additional costs may include:Uniforms $ 375Laboratory fees 725Textbooks 900Graduation pin 125Travel expense 500NCLEX Exam Fee 405Total $3,030Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.Fall TermFIRST YEARBSC 1086C Human Anatomy and Physiology II (G.E.) 4NUR 1020C Fundamentals of Nursing 6NUR <strong>11</strong>41C Pharmacology 1NUR <strong>11</strong>41L Pharmacology Lab 0<strong>11</strong>Spring TermHUN 1201 Nutrition 3*# Humanities Elective (G.E.) 2NUR 1710C Medical-Surgical Nursing for Adultsand Children I 6<strong>11</strong>Summer TermMCB <strong>2010</strong>C Microbiology (G.E.) 4NUR 1422C Nursing Care of Parents and Infants I 15Fall TermSECOND YEARNUR 2209C Medical-Surgical Nursing for Adultsand Children II 12NUR 2005C Nursing Skills Lab 214Spring TermNUR 2500C Nursing Care for Mental Health 6NUR 2500L Nursing Care for Mental Health Clinical 0NUR 2403C Nursing Care of Parents and Infants II 6NUR 2403L Nursing Care of Parents and Infants II Clinical 012Summer TermNUR 2802C Nursing Practicum 7Computer competency required prior to graduation.* Must earn a grade of C or higher.# It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair or counselorto select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.NOTE: Fundamentals of Speech Communication general educationrequirement is covered within the nursing curriculum.123
sfccNURSING (Generic - RN)ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCEProgram Code: 1550(Pending <strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing Approval)Description of Program: This two-year academic programis designed to prepare you as a registered Associate DegreeNurse (ADN) and/or for an advanced degree. The programprovides you the opportunity to acquire the knowledge,attitude, and skills needed to be eligible to take the NCLEXexam for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN). The <strong>Florida</strong><strong>State</strong> Board of Nursing has the authority to deny a license toyou, if you are found guilty of violating <strong>Florida</strong> Statute 464.018(<strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing, Nurse Practice Act - ProfessionalRegulations).You should consult with a counselor, advisor, and/or university representative prior to enrolling inthis program. Admission is once each year in the fallterm. Application packets will be available beginningthe third Tuesday in January and the window ofsubmission is from that day until the third Friday inApril of each year. The ADN Program is a limitedaccess program.Length: Two (2) years (72 credit hours - 53 credit hoursfollowing the completion of the prerequisites, 19 credithours)APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSThe following materials and activities must be completed andsubmitted to the Allied Health advisor by March 1 in order for you tobe considered for admission:1. Completed SFCC Application for Admission.2. Completed Supplemental Nursing Application. (If you wishto apply to more than one nursing program, you must submita separate application for each program.) Applicationmaterials are available in Counseling/Advising andonline under Allied Health at www.southflorida.edu.3. Placement test scores from any one of the following tests:ACT, SAT I, or FCELPT (college placement test). Youmay schedule these tests through the <strong>College</strong>’s TestingCenter.4. Official high school transcript, GED, or equivalent verifyingproof of high school graduation.5. Official college transcript(s) verifying the completion of thefollowing courses and all other college work attempted:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 2* STA 2023 Elementary Statistics (G.E.) 3CHM 1025C Introduction to General Chemistry (G.E.) 419* Must earn a grade of C or higher.The above prerequisites must be completed by the endof spring term. The acceptability of equivalents for any ofthe courses will be determined by SFCC’s dean of AppliedSciences and/or director of Nursing Education.6. Completed Health History Questionnaire.7. References from the following sources may be mailed ordelivered by hand if in a sealed envelope:a. Current or most recent employer.b. Two persons of your choice other than a relative.8. Completed registration form and fee for NLN pre-admissionexamination. All items must be forwarded to the AlliedHealth advisor at SFCC, 600 West <strong>College</strong> Drive, AvonPark, <strong>Florida</strong> 33825.9. Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Math for HealthOccupations, and Nutrition must have been taken withinseven years of admission to the program.10. All required developmental courses must be completedprior to application to the nursing programs.SELECTION CRITERIAThere are specific criteria which will be used when makingselections for the program. These criteria are as follows:1. Completion of the nineteen prerequisite hours with a gradeof C or higher in each course and a cumulative prerequisiteGPA of 2.5 or higher. Prerequisite courses are as follows:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 2* STA 2023 Elementary Statistics (G.E.) 3CHM 1025C Introduction to General Chemistry (G.E.) 419* Must earn a grade of C or higher.2. Achievement at the 50th percentile or above on the NLNpre-admission examination (composite percentile score).3. Satisfactory physical, mental, and dental health ascertified by a licensed physician and dentist. Certificationof satisfactory health is a requirement for admission tothe nursing program. However, you will not be requiredto show documentation until after acceptance into theprogram.SELECTION PROCESSI. If you meet the minimum requirements as of March 1st,you will be rank ordered, highest to lowest, on a productscore devised by multiplying the NLN composite percentile124
sfccscore by the cumulative prerequisite GPA in the followingcourses:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 2* Must earn a grade of C or higher.II. In cases where all credentials are equal, the followingcriteria will be used in the given sequence to determinewho will be admitted into the program:A. Completion of any of the additional general educationcourses.B. Residence in service district.C. Completed application date.GENERAL INFORMATION1. SFCC reserves the right to deny admission to you, if youlack required qualifications for the ADN Program. You mustreapply if you wish to be considered for a subsequentclass. Each class is selected from a new applicant pool.2. Completion of all or part of the general education coursesrequired in the degree does not guarantee acceptance intothe program.3. The nursing program at SFCC has a stringent attendancepolicy. It is imperative that you understand and agreeto abide by the published attendance standards prior toentering the program. The attendance policy is published inthe Nursing Student Handbook which specifies the numberof allowable absences for each portion of the program.If you have life or health conditions that might hinderattendance, you may wish to consider another program ordelay application until a strong commitment to attendancecan be made.4. An official criminal history background check isrequired for entry into this nursing program. Pleasebe aware that some providers of clinical experiencewill not allow individuals with certain types of criminalhistory into their facilities. This may deny entranceinto the program, because such individuals wouldnot be able to successfully complete clinical portionsof the nursing program. A criminal history may alsoprevent you from being allowed to take the NCLEXexamination for licensure by action of the <strong>Florida</strong>Board of Nursing5. SFCC is a drug-free campus. As a student, you will berequired to submit to random drug testing.6. Computer literacy must be demonstrated prior tograduation.ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTSRegular and punctual attendance in all classes andlaboratories is required. In case of absence, it is yourresponsibility to contact the instructor prior to the beginningof the scheduled class or clinical experience. You may besubject to administrative and/or disciplinary penalties in actsof cheating, plagiarism, or failure to fulfill responsibilities inclinical areas.An overall GPA of 2.0 (C grade) or higher in all generaleducation courses and a grade of 3.0 (B grade) in eachand every nursing course. Theory and clinical grades arecomputed separately. Minimal passing grade for each is 80percent; achievement in either theory or clinical of less than80 percent constitutes a failure in the course.Additional costs may include:Uniforms $ 375Laboratory fees 725Textbooks 900Graduation pin 125Travel expense 500NCLEX Exam Fee 405Total $3,030Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.Fall TermFIRST YEARBSC 1086C Human Anatomy and Physiology II (G.E.) 4NUR 1020C Fundamentals of Nursing 6NUR <strong>11</strong>41C Pharmacology <strong>11</strong>1Spring TermHUN 1201 Nutrition 3*# Humanities Elective (G.E.) 2NUR 1710C Medical-Surgical Nursing for Adultsand Children I 6<strong>11</strong>Summer TermMCB <strong>2010</strong>C Microbiology (G.E.) 44Fall TermSECOND YEARNUR 2209C Medical-Surgical Nursing for Adultsand Children II 12NUR 2005C Nursing Skills Lab 214Spring TermNUR 2500C Nursing Care for Mental Health 4NUR 2403C Nursing Care of Parents and Infants II 48Summer TermNUR 2802C Nursing Practicum 5Computer competency required prior to graduation.* Must earn a C or higher.# It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair or counselorto select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.NOTE: Fundamentals of Speech Communication general educationrequirement is covered within the nursing curriculum.125
sfccNURSING (PRACTICAL)OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3400Description of Program: This program is designed toprovide you with classroom theory and clinical experience innursing skills. The program includes the scientific principlesof nursing care common to all patients and the developmentof the beginning skills necessary to implement a nursing careplan. Guided learning experience in the care of selectedpatients is provided in community facilities. Upon completionof the program, you will be eligible to take the NCLEX examfor licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse. The program isapproved by the <strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing. This Board has theauthority to deny a license to you, if you are found guilty ofviolating <strong>Florida</strong> Statute 464.018, (<strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing,Nurse Practice Act - Professional Regulations).Length: Eleven (<strong>11</strong>) months (8 credit hours / 1350 contacthours / 45 occupational credits)You should consult with a counselor/advisor priorto enrolling in this program. Admission to thisprogram occurs twice per year. Application packetsare available beginning the third Tuesday in Januaryfor the class that begins in the Fall at the HighlandsCampus, and the window of submission is fromthat day until the third Friday of April of each year.Application packets are available beginning secondTuesday of August for the class that begins in Januaryat the Hardee Campus, and the window of submissionis from that day until the third Friday of November ofeach year. This is a limited access program.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSThe following materials and activities must be completed andsubmitted to the Allied Health advisor by April 15 (HighlandsCampus) and September 30 (Hardee Campus) in order foryou to be considered for admission:1. Completed SFCC Application for Admission Form.2. Completed Supplemental Nursing Application. (If youwish to apply to more than one nursing program, youmust submit a separate application for each program.)Application materials are available in Counseling/Advisingand online under Allied Health at www.southflorida.edu.3. Placement test scores of <strong>11</strong>.0 in reading, <strong>11</strong>.0 in math, and<strong>11</strong>.0 in language on the TABE or take college placementtest. (Applicants may schedule these tests through the<strong>College</strong>’s Testing Center.)4. Official high school transcript, GED, or equivalent verifyingproof of high school graduation.5. Official college transcript(s) verifying the completion ofthe following courses:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.DEP 1004 Human Development 3HUN 1201 Nutrition 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 26. Completed Health History Questionnaire.7. References from the following sources may be mailed ordelivered by hand if in a sealed envelope:• Current or most recent employer.• Two persons of your choice other than a relative.8. Completed Registration form and fee for NLNPre-Admission Examination. All items must be forwardedto the Allied Health advisor at SFCC, 600 W. <strong>College</strong>Drive, Avon Park, FL 33825.9. Math for Health Occupations and Nutrition must have beentaken within seven years of admission to the program.10. All required developmental courses must be completedprior to application to the nursing programs.SELECTION CRITERIAThere are specific criteria which will be used when makingselections for the program. These criteria are as follows:1. Completion of the eight prerequisite hours with a grade ofC or higher in each course and a cumulative prerequisiteGPA of 2.5 or higher. Prerequisite courses are as follows:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.DEP 1004 Human Development 3HUN 1201 Nutrition 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 22. Achievement at the 50th percentile or above on the NLNpre-admission examination (composite percentile score).3. Satisfactory physical, mental, and dental health as certifiedby a licensed physician and dentist. Certification ofsatisfactory health is a requirement for admission to thenursing program. However, you will not be required to showdocumentation until after acceptance into the program.SELECTION PROCESSI. If you meet the minimum requirements as of April 15, youwill be rank ordered, highest to lowest, on a product scoredevised by multiplying the NLN composite percentile scoreby the minimum GPA of 2.5 in the following prerequisitecourses:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.DEP 1004 Human Development 3HUN 1201 Nutrition 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 2126
sfccII. In cases where all credentials are equal, the followingcriteria will be used in the given sequence to determinewho will be admitted into the program:A. Residence in service district.B. Completed application date.GENERAL INFORMATION1. SFCC reserves the right to deny admission to you, if youlack the necessary qualifications for LPN Program. You mustreapply if you wish to be considered for a subsequent class.Each class is selected from a new applicant pool.2. Completion of all or part of the general education coursesrequired in the degree does not guarantee acceptance intothe program.3. The nursing program at SFCC has a stringent attendancepolicy. It is imperative that you understand and agreeto abide by the published attendance standards prior toentering the program. The attendance policy is published inthe Nursing Student Handbook which specifies the numberof allowable absences for each portion of the program.If you have life or health conditions that might hinderattendance, you may wish to consider another program ordelay application until a strong commitment to attendancecan be made.4. An official criminal history background check isrequired for entry into this nursing program. Pleasebe aware that some providers of clinical experiencewill not allow individuals with certain types of criminalhistory into their facilities. This may deny entranceinto the program, because such individuals wouldnot be able to successfully complete clinical portionsof the nursing program. A criminal history may alsoprevent you from being allowed to take the NCLEXexamination for licensure by action of the <strong>Florida</strong>Board of Nursing.5. SFCC is a drug-free campus. As a student, you will berequired to submit to random drug testing.ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTSRegular and punctual attendance in all classes andlaboratories is required. In case of absence, it is yourresponsibility to contact the instructor prior to the beginningof the scheduled class or clinical experience. You may besubject to administrative and/or disciplinary penalties in actsof cheating, plagiarism, or failure to fulfill responsibilities inclinical areas.An overall grade of 75 or higher in each and every nursingcourse. Theory and clinical grades are computed separately.Minimal passing grade for each is 75 percent; achievementin either theory or clinical of less than 75 percent constitutesa failure in the course.Prefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.Fall TermPRN 0000 Introduction to Nursing Theory 140PRN 0000L Introduction to Nursing Clinical 150PRN 0022 Body Structure and Function (Theory) 64PRN 0010Spring TermPRN 0030Vocational Adjustments I and Health(Theory) 30Administering Medicines (Theory andClinical) 55PRN 0200 Medical-Surgical Nursing Theory 160PRN 0200L Medical-Surgical Nursing Clinical 121PRN 0500 Geriatrics (Clinical) 144First Summer Flex SessionPRN 0100 Maternal and Newborn Care Theory 48PRN 0100L Maternal and Newborn Care Clinical 56PRN 0<strong>11</strong>0 Care of Children Theory 48PRN 0<strong>11</strong>0L Care of Children Clinical 56Second Summer Flex SessionPRN 00<strong>11</strong> Vocational Adjustments II (Theory) 20PRN 0200L Medical-Surgical Nursing Clinical 130NURSING(Transition - LPN to RN)ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2230Description of Program: This one-year academic programis designed for you, if you are a <strong>Florida</strong> Licensed PracticalNurse who wishes to become an Associate Degree Nurse.The program, by building on previously acquired knowledgeand skills, provides you with the opportunity for upwardmobility in nursing. The additional knowledge, attitude, andskills complete the Associate Degree Nurse requirementsneeded to be eligible to take the NCLEX Exam for licensureas a Registered Nurse. The program is approved by the<strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing. This Board has the authority to denya license to you, if you are found guilty of violating <strong>Florida</strong>Statute 464.018, (<strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing, Nurse PracticeAct - Professional Regulations).Length: One (1) year (72 credit hours - 48 credit hoursfollowing the completion of the prerequisites, 24 credithours)You should consult with a counselor/advisor priorto enrolling in this program. Admission is onceeach year in the fall term. Application packets will beavailable beginning the third Tuesday in January andthe window of submission is from that day until thethird Friday in April of each year. The ADN Programis a limited access program.127
sfccAPPLICATION REQUIREMENTSThe following materials and activities must be completed andsubmitted to the Allied Health advisor by March 1 in order foryou to be considered for admission:1. Completed SFCC Application for Admission.2. Completed Supplemental Nursing Application. (If youwish to apply to more than one nursing program, youmust submit a separate application for each program.)Application materials are available in Counseling/Advising and online under Allied Health at www.southflorida.edu.3. Placement test scores from any one of the following tests:ACT, SAT I , or FCELPT (college placement test). Youmay schedule these tests through the <strong>College</strong>’s TestingCenter.4. Official high school transcript, GED, or equivalent verifyingproof of high school graduation.5. Official practical nursing school transcript.6. Official college transcript(s) verifying the completion ofthe following prerequisite courses and all other collegework attempted:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 2HUN 1201 Nutrition 3DEP 1004 Human Development 3BSC 1086C Human Anatomy & Physiology II (G.E.) 4CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 2* Must earn a grade of C or higher.The above prerequisites must be completed by the endof spring term. The acceptability of equivalents for any ofthe courses will be determined by SFCC’s dean of AppliedSciences and/or director of Nursing Education.7. Current <strong>Florida</strong> LPN license (to be photocopied by theschool), or proof of application for <strong>Florida</strong> license, ifholding an out-of-state LPN license.8. Current CPR certificate that will not expire until completionof program, (to be photocopied by the school).9. Current IV Therapy certificate (to be photocopied by theschool).10. Completed Health History Questionnaire.<strong>11</strong>. References from the following sources may be mailed ordelivered by hand if in a sealed envelope:• current or most recent employer.• person of your choice other than a relative.12. Completed registration form and fee for NLN AccelerationExamination. All items must be forwarded to the AlliedHealth advisor at SFCC, 600 West <strong>College</strong> Drive, AvonPark, <strong>Florida</strong> 33825.13. Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Math for HealthOccupations, and Nutrition must have been taken withinseven years of admission to the program.14. All required developmental courses must be completedprior to application to the nursing programs.SELECTION CRITERIAThere are specific criteria which will be used when makingselections for the program. These criteria are as follows:1. Completion of the eight prerequisite courses with agrade of C or higher in each course and a cumulativeprerequisite GPA of 2.5 or higher.2. Achievement at the 40th percentile or above on theNLN Acceleration Examination (composite percentilescore). Any current NCLEX practical nursing examinationpreparation text or materials are recommended to preparefor the NLN Exam.3. Current direct patient care experience as deemedappropriate by the Selection Committee or enrollmentin SFCC Skill Refresher course or an equivalent courseupon acceptance into the Transition Program. TheSelection Committee will determine, if an applicant has theappropriate level of current direct care experience basedupon skill competency checklist/validation.4. Satisfactory physical, mental, and dental health ascertified by a licensed physician and dentist. Certificationof satisfactory health is a requirement for admission tothe nursing program. However, you will not be requiredto show documentation until after acceptance into theprogram.SELECTION PROCESSI. If you meet the minimum requirements as of March 1, youwill be rank ordered, highest to lowest, on a product scoredevised by multiplying the NLN composite percentilescore by the cumulative prerequisite GPA in the followingcourses:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 2HUN 1201 Nutrition 3DEP 1004 Human Development 3BSC 1086C Human Anatomy & Physiology II (G.E.) 4CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 2* Must earn a grade of C or higher.128
sfccII. In cases where all credentials are equal, the followingcriteria will be used in the given sequence to determinewho will be admitted into the program:A. Completion of any of the additional general educationcourses.B. Residence in service district.C. Completed application date.GENERAL INFORMATION1. SFCC reserves the right to deny admission to you, ifyou lack required qualifications for the ADN Program.You must reapply, if you wish to be considered for asubsequent class. Each class is selected from a newapplicant pool.2. Completion of all or part of the general education coursesrequired in the degree does not guarantee acceptance intothe program.3. The nursing program at SFCC has a stringent attendancepolicy. It is imperative that you understand and agree toabide by the published attendance standards prior toentering the program. The attendance policy is published inthe Nursing Student Handbook which specifies the numberof allowable absences for each portion of the program.If you have life or health conditions that might hinderattendance, you may wish to consider another program ordelay application until a strong commitment to attendancecan be made.4. An official criminal history background check isrequired for entry into this nursing program. Pleasebe aware that some providers of clinical experiencewill not allow individuals with certain types of criminalhistory into their facilities. This may deny entranceinto the program, because such individuals wouldnot be able to successfully complete clinical portionsof the nursing program. A criminal history may alsoprevent you from being allowed to take the NCLEXexamination for licensure by action of the <strong>Florida</strong>Board of Nursing.5. SFCC is a drug-free campus. As a student, you will berequired to submit to random drug testing.ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTSRegular and punctual attendance in all classes andlaboratories is required. In case of absence, it is yourresponsibility to contact the instructor prior to the beginningof the scheduled class or clinical experience. You may besubject to administrative and/or disciplinary penalties in actsof cheating, plagiarism, or failure to fulfill responsibilities inclinical areas.An overall GPA of 2.0 (C grade) or higher in all generaleducation courses and a grade of 3.0 (B grade) in eachand every nursing course. Theory and clinical grades arecomputed separately. Minimal passing grade for each is 80percent; achievement in either theory or clinical of less than80 percent constitutes a failure in the course.Additional costs may include:Uniforms $ 375Laboratory fees 725Textbooks 900Graduation pin 125Travel expense 500NCLEX Exam Fee 405Total $3,030Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.Summer TermNUR 2003C Nursing Transition 4MCB <strong>2010</strong>C Microbiology (G.E.) 48Fall TermNUR 2209C Medical-Surgical Nursing for Adultsand Children II 12* SYG 2000 General Sociology (G.E.) 3NUR 2005C Nursing Skills 217Spring TermNUR 2500C Nursing Care for Mental Health 6NUR 2500L Nursing Care for Mental Health Clinical 0NUR 2403C Nursing Care of Parents and Infants II 6NUR 2403L Nursing Care of Parents and Infants II Clinical 0NUR 2931 Nursing Selected Topics 1*# Humanities Elective (G.E.) 316Summer TermNUR 2802C Nursing Practicum 7* Must earn a grade of C or higher.# It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair or counselorto select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.NOTE: Fundamentals of Speech Communication general educationrequirement is covered within the nursing curriculum.NURSING(Transition - LPN to RN)ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCEProgram Code: 1560(Pending <strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing Approval)Description of Program: This one-year academic programis designed for you, if you are a Licensed Practical Nurse whowishes to become an Associate Degree Nurse (ADN). Theprogram, by building on previously acquired knowledge andskills, provides the opportunity for upward mobility in nursingand to pursue an additional advanced degree. The additionalknowledge, attitude, and skills complete the ADN requirements129
sfccneeded to be eligible to take the NCLEX exam for licensure asa Registered Nurse (RN). The <strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing hasthe authority to deny a license to you, if you are found guiltyof violating <strong>Florida</strong> Statute 464.018 (<strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing,Nurse Practice Act - Professional Regulations).Length: One (1) year (72 credit hours - 47 credit hoursfollowing the completion of the prerequisites, 25 credithours)You should consult with a counselor/advisor priorto enrolling in this program. Admission is onceeach year in the fall term. Application packets will beavailable beginning the third Tuesday in January andthe window of submission is from that day until thethird Friday in April of each year. The ADN Programis a limited access program.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSThe following materials and activities must be completed andsubmitted to the Allied Health advisor by March 1 in order foryou to be considered for admission:1. Completed SFCC Application for Admission.2. Completed Supplemental Nursing Application. (If youwish to apply to more than one nursing program, youmust submit a separate application for each program.)Application materials are available in Counseling/Advising and online under Allied Health at www.southflorida.edu.3. Placement test scores from any one of the following tests:ACT, SAT I , or FCELPT (college placement test). Youmay schedule these tests through the <strong>College</strong>’s TestingCenter.4. Official high school transcript, GED, or equivalent verifyingproof of high school graduation.5. Official practical nursing school transcript.6. Official college transcript(s) verifying the completion of thefollowing courses and all other college work attempted:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4BSC 1086C Human Anatomy and Physiology II (G.E.) 4* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3HUN 1201 Nutrition 3* STA 2023 Elementary Statistics (G.E.) 3* SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 225* Must earn a grade of C or higher.The above prerequisites must be completed by the endof spring term. The acceptability of equivalents for anyof the courses will be determined by SFCC’s dean ofApplied Sciences and/or director of Nursing Education.7. Current <strong>Florida</strong> LPN license (to be photocopied by theschool), or proof of application for <strong>Florida</strong> license, ifholding an out-of-state LPN license.8. Current CPR certificate that will not expire until completionof program, (to be photocopied by the school).9. Current IV Therapy certificate (to be photocopied by theschool).10. Completed Health History Questionnaire.<strong>11</strong>. References from the following sources may be mailedor delivered by hand if in a sealed envelope:• Current or most recent employer.• Person of your choice other than a relative.12. Completed registration form and fee for NLN AccelerationExamination. All items must be forwarded to the AlliedHealth advisor at SFCC, 600 West <strong>College</strong> Drive, AvonPark, <strong>Florida</strong> 33825.13. Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Math for HealthOccupations, and Nutrition must have been taken withinseven years of admission to the program.14. All required developmental courses must be completedprior to application to the nursing programs.SELECTION CRITERIAThere are specific criteria which will be used when makingselections for the program. These criteria are as follows:1. Completion of the eight prerequisite courses with agrade of C or higher in each course and a cumulativeprerequisite GPA of 2.5 or higher. You must havecompleted 19 hours prior to the summer term.Prerequisite courses are as follows:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4BSC 1086C Human Anatomy and Physiology II (G.E.) 4* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3HUN 1201 Nutrition 3* STA 2023 Elementary Statistics (G.E.) 3* SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 225* Must earn a grade of C or higher.2. Achievement at the 40th percentile or above on the NLNacceleration examination (composite percentile score).3. Current direct patient care experience as deemedappropriate by the Selection Committee or enrollmentin SFCC Skill Refresher course or an equivalent courseupon acceptance into the Transition Program. TheSelection Committee will determine if an applicant has theappropriate level of current direct care experience basedupon skill competency checklist/validation.130
sfcc4. Satisfactory physical, mental, and dental health ascertified by a licensed physician and dentist. Certificationof satisfactory health is a requirement for admission tothe nursing program. However, you will not be requiredto show documentation until after acceptance into theprogram.SELECTION PROCESSI. If you meet the minimum requirements as of March 1, youwill be rank ordered, highest to lowest, on a product scoredevised by multiplying the NLN composite percentilescore by the cumulative prerequisite GPA in the followingcourses:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3MTB 2371 Math for Health Occupations 2* Must earn a grade of C or higher.II. In cases where all credentials are equal, the followingcriteria will be used in the given sequence to determinewho will be admitted into the program:A. Completion of any of the additional general educationcourses.B. Residence in service district.C. Completed application date.GENERAL INFORMATION1. SFCC reserves the right to deny admission to you, ifyou lack required qualifications for the ADN Program.You must reapply, if you wish to be considered for asubsequent class. Each class is selected from a newapplicant pool.2. Completion of all or part of the general education coursesrequired in the degree does not guarantee acceptance intothe program.3. The nursing program at SFCC has a stringent attendancepolicy. It is imperative that you understand and agree toabide by the published attendance standards prior toentering the program. The attendance policy is publishedin the Nursing Student Handbook which specifies thenumber of allowable absences for each portion of theprogram. If you have life or health conditions that mighthinder attendance, you may wish to consider anotherprogram or delay application until a strong commitmentto attendance can be made.4. An official criminal history background check isrequired for entry into this nursing program. Pleasebe aware that some providers of clinical experiencewill not allow individuals with certain types ofcriminal history into their facilities. This may denyentrance into the program, because such individualswould not be able to successfully complete clinicalportions of the nursing program. A criminal historymay also prevent you from being allowed to take theNCLEX examination for licensure by action of the<strong>Florida</strong> Board of Nursing.5. SFCC is a drug-free campus. As a student, you will berequired to submit to random drug testing.6. Computer literacy must be demonstrated prior tograduation.ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTSRegular and punctual attendance in all classes andlaboratories is required. In case of absence, it is yourresponsibility to contact the instructor prior to the beginningof the scheduled class or clinical experience. You may besubject to administrative and/or disciplinary penalties in actsof cheating, plagiarism, or failure to fulfill responsibilities inclinical areas.An overall GPA of 2.0 (C grade) or higher in all generaleducation courses and a grade of 3.0 (B grade) in eachand every nursing course. Theory and clinical grades arecomputed separately. Minimal passing grade for each is 80percent; achievement in either theory or clinical of less than80 percent constitutes a failure in the course.Additional costs may include:Uniforms $ 375Laboratory fees 725Textbooks 900Graduation pin 125Travel expense 500NCLEX Exam Fee 405Total $3,030Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.Summer TermNUR 2003C Nursing Transition 4MCB <strong>2010</strong>C Microbiology (G.E.) 48Fall TermNUR 2209C Medical-Surgical Nursing for Adultsand Children II 12* SYG 2000 General Sociology (G.E.) 3NUR 2005C Nursing Skills 217Spring TermNUR 2500C Nursing Care for Mental Health 6NUR 2403C Nursing Care of Parents and Infants II 6* Humanities Elective (G.E.) 315Summer TermNUR 2802C Nursing Practicum 7Computer competency required prior to graduation.* Must earn a grade of C or higher.NOTE: Fundamentals of Speech Communication general educationrequirement is covered within the nursing curriculum.131
sfccPARAMEDICCOLLEGE CREDIT CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3042EMS 1687 Paramedic Rescue Emergencies 4EMS 1687L Paramedic Rescue Emergencies Lab 412Description of Program: The college credit certificatein Paramedic trains you to provide emergency, out-ofhospitalcare under the direction of an emergency physician.Paramedics direct and manage patient care aspects of theemergency response team. The emergency response teamis generally composed of public safety and communityservice agency personnel who respond to traffic accidents,fires, explosions, and other life-threatening situations.The Paramedic Program includes a three-term sequenceof lecture, lab, hospital clinical and emergency medicalservices clinical courses and instruction. Instruction includespatient airway management, patient assessment, traumaemergencies, medical emergencies, assessment-basedmanagement, and ambulance operations. Credits willarticulate directly toward the A.A.S. degree in EmergencyMedical Services (Program #2260).You must have current state of <strong>Florida</strong> certificationas an Emergency Medical Technician or havecompleted the Emergency Medical Techniciancourse from a state of <strong>Florida</strong> approved EMStraining center. <strong>State</strong> of <strong>Florida</strong> certification isrequired prior to starting the second term of theParamedic program. This is a limited accessprogram; you must obtain authorization from theEmergency Medical Services Program Managerprior to registering for all or part of this program.Length: Three (3) terms (44 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.Fall TermEMS 1010C Anatomy for Paramedics 3EMS 1014 Paramedic Preparatory 2EMS 1600 Paramedic Fundamentals 2EMS 1600L Paramedic Fundamentals Lab 2EMS 1641 Paramedic Clinical Experience I 2EMS 1656 Paramedic Field Internship I 1EMS 1681 Paramedic Special Considerations 2EMS 1681L Paramedic Special Considerations Lab 216Spring TermEMS 1555 Paramedic Trauma Management 2EMS 1555L Paramedic Trauma Management Lab 1EMS 1642 Paramedic Clinical Experience II 2EMS 1657 Paramedic Field Internship II 2EMS 1685 Paramedic Medical Emergencies 3EMS 1685L Paramedic Medical Emergencies Lab 2EMS 1686 Paramedic Special Emergencies 3EMS 1686L Paramedic Special Emergencies Lab <strong>11</strong>6Summer TermEMS 1643 Paramedic Clinical Experience III 1EMS 1658 Paramedic Field Internship III 3PHLEBOTOMYOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram #3550Description of Program: This is a 10-week program designedto prepare students for employment as phlebotomists.Students will acquire skills in the areas of communication,leadership, human relations, and employment; collect bloodspecimens by capillary or venipuncture on adults, childrenand infants; provide comfort and well-being of the patientwhile performing blood collecting duties; and observe safetypolicies and procedures both in the classroom and clinicalsettings.Application Requirements:1. Must be at least 18 years of age.2. Must score 9 or above on all three sections of theTABE.3. Complete an Allied Health Application.4. Meet with the Allied Health Advisor.After Acceptance:5. Complete the CPR for Healthcare Providers (8hours).6. Complete Background Check/Fingerprinting.7. Complete Health History/Physician Physical.8. Submit an Informed Consent.Length: Ten (10) Weeks (165 contact hours)Prefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.MLT 0043C Basic Concepts of Phlebotomy 82HSC 0405C CPR for Healthcare Providers 8HCP 0940 Phlebotomy Practicum 75132
sfccPLUMBING TECHNOLOGYAPPRENTICESHIPProgram Code: 3903Description of Program: The Plumbing TechnologyApprenticeship Program is sponsored by the HeartlandPlumbing Apprenticeship Committee. Program completionrequires that you perform 640 hours of related class trainingand 8000 hours of on-the-job training (OJT). Related classtraining hours may count towards completion, but OJT hoursare not recorded until you are indentured to a participatingemployer. The Plumbing Technology Apprenticeship programis a selective admission program restricted to individualswho are employed in the plumbing industry and are workingfor a participating employer. Prospective students who arecurrently working for a participating employer in this areaare encouraged to apply for selection to the ApprenticeshipCommittee before August of each year. For more informationcall (863) 453-2250. This program is registered with the<strong>Florida</strong> Department of Education and is recognized by theUnited <strong>State</strong>s Department of Labor, Bureau of ApprenticeshipTraining. This is a limited access program.Length: 640 classroom contact hours and 8,000 hourson-the-job training / 21 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermFIRST YEARBCA 0450 Plumbing I 80BCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 320Second TermBCA 0450 Plumbing I 80BCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 320Summer TermBCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 400First TermSECOND YEAR* BCA 0451 Plumbing II 80BCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 320Second Term* BCA 0451 Plumbing II 80BCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 320Summer TermBCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 400First TermTHIRD YEAR* BCA 0452 Plumbing III 80BCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 320Second Term* BCA 0452 Plumbing III 80BCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 320Summer TermBCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 400First TermFOURTH YEAR* BCA 0453 Plumbing IV 80BCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 320Second Term* BCA 0453 Plumbing IV 80BCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 320Summer TermBCA 0441 Plumbing Internship 400NOTE: Apprentices must document 8,000 hours of appropriate onthe-jobtraining.RADIOGRAPHYASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2270Description of Program: The Radiography Programprepares you as a skilled professional radiographer througha curriculum that includes both classroom and clinicalinstruction. The program has applied toward accreditationby the Joint Review Committee on Education in RadiologyTechnology. Upon successful completion of the accreditedprogram, you will be eligible to apply to take the AmericanRegistry of Radiologic Technologies national examinationfor certification and registration. As a radiographer, you mayfind employment in hospitals and clinics, physician offices,government and industrial facilities, and medical laboratorieswhere you may produce images of the human body to assistthe health care team in diagnosis and treatment of injury anddisease. You will learn to determine safe exposure limits,use infection control guidelines, provide appropriate patientcare during procedures, and expose radiographs using bothtraditional and digital techniques.Admission is once each year in the fall term.Application packets will be available beginningthe third Tuesday in January and the window ofsubmission is from that day until the third Fridayin April of each year. This is a limited accessprogram.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSIn addition to the admission requirements of the <strong>College</strong>, thefollowing are requirements for admission to the RadiographyProgram:1. Satisfactory completion of any remedial courseworkneeded to be eligible for college level courses.133
sfcc2. Completion of the three prerequisite courses with agrade of C or higher prior to applying. Laboratory sciencecourses must have been completed within five years priorto application. The three prerequisite courses are:Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1085C Anatomy and Physiology I (G.E.) 4* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra (G.E.) 3* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3* Must earn a grade of C or higher.3. A completed Radiography Program application (separatefrom the <strong>College</strong>’s application).4. Eight hours of documented observation/shadowing aradiologic technologist.ADMISSION PROCEDURESYou are responsible for following the admission proceduresand for ensuring your records are complete in the AdmissionsOffice. No application will be considered unless it is complete.The following should be submitted to the <strong>College</strong>’sAdmissions Office:1. Completed college application;2. Official high school transcript;3. Official transcript from each college attended for creditcourses; and4. Completed application to the Radiography Program.SELECTION CRITERIA AND PROCESSAcceptance to the Radiography Program is competitive. Thehigher your GPA in the three prerequisite courses, the betteryour chance in being selected for the program:1. A 2.75 GPA or higher must have been maintained in theten credit hours of prerequisites.2. Selection of the 12 students will be based upon thosewith the highest GPA in the three prerequisites.3. Residence in service district for one year immediatelyprior to the time of application.Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.Fall TermFIRST YEARMCB <strong>2010</strong>C Microbiology (G.E.) 4RTE 1000 Introduction to Radiography 1HSC 1531 Medical Terminology 2HSC 1230C Methods of Patient Care 2RTE 1503C Radiographic Procedures I 3RTE 1804L Radiographic Clinical Education I <strong>11</strong>3Spring Term** BSC 1086C Anatomy and Physiology II (G.E.) 4RTE 1418C Principles of Radiography I 2** RTE 1513C Radiographic Procedures II 4** RTE 1814L Radiographic Clinical Education II 212Summer Term** RTE 1458 Principles of Radiography II 3** RTE 1523C Radiographic Procedures III 4** RTE 1824L Radiographic Clinical Education III 2CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 312Fall TermSECOND YEAR** RTE 2533 Radiographic Procedures IV 3** RTE 2834L Radiographic Clinical Education IV 3RTE 2782 Radiographic Pathology 3PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 312Spring Term:** RTE 2563 Principles of Radiography III 4RTE 2385 Radiation Biology and Protection 2** RTE 2844L Radiographic Clinical Education V 3* Humanities Elective (G.E.) 312Summer Term:RTE 2061 Radiographic Seminar 3** RTE 2854L Radiographic Clinical Education VI 36* It is your responsibility to meet with the director or Allied Healthadvisor to select the proper course(s) to fulfill this requirement.** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.NOTES:• You must earn a grade of 75% or higher on all RTE and HSCcourses.• Fundamentals of Speech Communication general educationrequirement is covered within the radiography curriculum.In the event there are two or more applicants with identicalGPAs, the following criteria will be used as a tiebreaker (If youhave the highest combined GPA, including completed generaleducation courses, you will be selected):Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.BSC 1086C Anatomy and Physiology II (G.E.) 4MCB <strong>2010</strong>C Microbiology (G.E.) 4CGS <strong>11</strong>00CIntroduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3Humanities (G.E.) 3Length: Two (2) years (77 credit hours)134
sfccSECRETARIAL/ADMINISTRATIVEASSISTANTOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3430Description of Program: The Secretarial/AdministrativeAssistant certificate prepares you for an office occupation suchas typist, payroll clerk, accounts payable/accounts receivableclerk, word processor, receptionist, file clerk, general officeclerk, secretary, and administrative assistant. Course contentProgram Revisedincludes, but is not limited to, accounting (elective), payroll,business English, (See Addendum business communications, Bookmark) keyboarding,introduction to business trends, office machines, transcription,fundamental basic office procedures, introduction to computers,work relations, and interpersonal skills. If you receive yourSecretarial/Administrative Assistant occupational certificate,you may receive up to 30 credits toward an A.A.S. degree inGeneral Secretarial (Program #2140). Consult your instructor.Class Meetings: Classes meet Monday through Friday, 8a.m. to 3 p.m.Length: 1320 contact hours / 44 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermOTA 0101 Occupational Introductory Keyboarding 48OTA 03<strong>11</strong> Occupational Business English 48* OTA 0501 Occupational Business Math usingSpreadsheets 48OTA 0595 Occupational Introduction to Business 48OTA 0422L Office Practices Lab 288Second TermOTA 0322 Occupational Business Communications 48OCA 0301 Occupational Word Processing MS Word 48OTA 0490 Occupational Personal Business Skills 48* OTA 0405 Occupational Files Management andDocument Processing 48OTA 0422L Office Practices Lab 288First Summer Flex SessionOCA 0100 Occupational Computer Applications 48OTA 0402 Occupational Office Machines 48OTA 0422L Office Practices lab 84Second Summer Flex Session* OTA 0105 Occupational Intermediate Keyboarding 48* OTA 0943 Occupational Office Internship 48OTA 0422L Office Practices lab 84* Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.SECRETARIAL (GENERAL)(Office Systems Technology)ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2140Description of Program: The A.A.S. degree in GeneralSecretarial prepares you for employment as a receptionist, officeclerk, secretary, administrative-assistant, electronic publisher,data entry specialist, information processing assistant, softwareapplications specialist, word processing specialist, officesystems specialist, and/or office systems manager. Coursecontent includes, but is not limited to, development of basic skillsin preparing business letters, special communication forms,manuscripts, tabulated reports, general business terminology,information management concepts, basics of integratedaccounting systems, and an introduction to microcomputers(see General Secretarial Specialist).Length: Two (2) years (63 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3OST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I orACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3GEB 10<strong>11</strong> Introduction to Business 3SPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 315Second Term** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3OST 1221C Machine Transcription I 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3** Business Elective 315Summer TermSYG 2000 General Sociology or (G.E.)PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3OST 2214C Machine Transcription II 36First TermSECOND YEAROST 2335 Business Communication 3OST 2321C Office Machines 3MNA 2345 Management and Supervision 3CGS 2510C Spreadsheet Applications 3** Business Elective 315Second TermACG 2450C Accounting for the Microcomputer 3OST 1713C Word Processing using MS Word orOST <strong>11</strong>10C Intermediate to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3GEB 2430 Business Ethics 3OST 2949 Work Experience in Secretarial Bus. 312* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.135
sfcc** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.SECRETARIAL (MEDICAL)OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3360SECRETARIAL (MEDICAL)(Office Systems Technology)ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEProgram Code: 2190Description of Program: This A.A.S. degree in MedicalSecretarial is expected to train you for careers in the medicalsecretary/administrative (clerical) area, enabling them tomanage physicians’ offices and/or offices in local nursinghomes, clinics, and hospitals.Length: Two (2) years (63 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermFIRST YEAR* ENC <strong>11</strong>01 Freshman English I (G.E.) 3OST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3** OST 1221C Introductory Medical Transcription 3GEB 10<strong>11</strong> Introduction to Business 3OST 2257 Medical Terminology 315Second TermSPC 2608 Fundamentals of SpeechCommunication (G.E.) 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I orACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3* MAC <strong>11</strong>05 <strong>College</strong> Algebra or (G.E.)* MGF <strong>11</strong>06 Liberal Arts Mathematics I (G.E.) 3*** OST 2463 Medical Insurance/Billing 3** Humanities Elective (G.E.) 315Summer TermSYG 2000 General Sociology or (G.E.)PSY 2012 General Psychology (G.E.) 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputerusing Windows (G.E.) 36First TermSECOND YEAROST 2335 Business Communications 3** CGS 2510C Spreadsheet Applications 3OST 2321C Office Machines 3MNA 2345 Management and Supervision 3OST 2256 Advanced Medical Transcription 315Second TermOST 1713C Word Processing using MS Word 3OST 2461 Medical Office Management 3GEB 2430 Business Ethics 3OST 2949 Work Experience in Secretarial Business 312* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower level English, math,or reading course depending on college placement test scores.** It is your responsibility to meet with the department chair orcounselor to select the proper course to fulfill this requirement.*** Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.Description of Program: The Medical Secretarial certificateprepares you for employment as a medical secretary, medicalrecords clerk, or a receptionist in a medical records office,clinic, or other community health agency. Course contentincludes basic and advanced medical office procedures,medical terminology, insurance claim processing, andbusiness communication coupled with instruction in skillsbasic to today’s office, such as keyboarding, filing, handlingthe telephone, word processing, computerized billing,medical document transcribing, and calculating. Emphasis isplaced on employability skills to include resume writing andinterview preparation. If you receive your Medical Secretarialoccupational certificate, you may receive up to 30 creditstoward an A.A.S. degree in Medical Secretarial (Program#2190). Consult your instructor. Class Meetings: Classesmeet Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.Length: Twelve (12) months, 1320 contact hours / 44 occupationalcreditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.First TermOTA 03<strong>11</strong> Occupational Business English 48OTA 0101 Occupational Introductory Keyboarding 48HIM 0036 Occupational Introduction MedicalTranscription 48OTA 0501 Occupational Business Math usingSpreadsheets 48MEA 0230 Occupational Medical Terminology 48OTA 0422L Office Practices Lab 240Second Term* MEA 0334 Occupational Medical Insurance andBilling 48MEA 0310 Occupational Medical Office Procedures 48OTA 0322 Occupational Business Communication 48OCA 0301 Occupational Word Processing MS Word 48OTA 0490 Occupational Personal Business Skills 48OTA 0422L Office Practices Lab 240First Summer Flex SessionOCA 0100 Occupational Computer Applications 48OTA 0402 Occupational Office Machines 48OTA 0422L Office Practices Lab 84Second Summer Flex Session* OTA 0405 Occupational Files Management andDocument Processing 48* MEA 0810 Occupational Medical Work Experience 48OTA 0422L Office Practices Lab 84* Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.NOTE: If you enter the Medical Secretarial Occupational CertificateProgram in spring or summer terms, you will have limited courseselection and may require more than one year to complete.136
sfccSECRETARIAL SPECIALIST(GENERAL)(Office Systems Specialist)COLLEGE CREDIT CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3050Description of Program: The Office Systems Specialistcertificate prepares you for entry-level employment in thesecretarial field as a secretary, office system specialist, oroffice clerk. Course content includes, but is not limited to,accounting principles, keyboarding, office machines, andcomputer applications. Some credits will articulate directlytoward the A.A.S. degree in General Secretarial (Program#2140).Length: One (1) year (27 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermOST 2335 Business Communications 3OST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3ACG 2001 Financial Accounting I orACG 2021 Financial Accounting 3MTB <strong>11</strong>03 Business Math using Spreadsheets or* QMB 1001 Mathematics of Finance 312Second TermACG 2450C Accounting for the Microcomputer 3OST 2949 Work Experience in Secretarial Business 3OST 1713C Word Processing using MS Word orOST <strong>11</strong>10C Intermediate to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3MNA 2345 Management and Supervision 3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction Microcomputers usingWindows (G.E.) 315* It may be necessary to first enroll in a lower English, math, orreading course depending on college placement test scores.SECRETARIAL SPECIALIST(MEDICAL)(Office Systems Specialist)COLLEGE CREDIT CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3060Length: One (1) year (27 credit hours)Prefix Number Course Title Credit Hrs.First TermOST <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Keyboarding 3OST 1221C Introductory Medical Transcription* 0-3CGS <strong>11</strong>00C Introduction to Microcomputersusing Windows (G.E.) 3OST 2257 Medical Terminology 3OST 2335 Business Communication 3Second TermOST 1713C Word Processing using MS Word 3OST 2461 Medical Office Management orOST 2949 Work Experience in SecretarialBusiness 3MNA 2345 Management and Supervision orSBM 2000 Small Business Management 3MTB <strong>11</strong>03 Business Math using Spreadsheets 3OST 2463 Medical Insurance/Billing* 0-3*You may take OST 1221C Introductory Medical Transcription orOST 2463 Medical Insurance/Billing.SKIN CARE SPECIALTYOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3282Description of Program: The 300 hour Skin Care Specialtycertificate program prepares you for entry level employment inthe skin care profession. Program learning outcomes include,but are not limited to: communication, leadership, humanrelations, and employability skills, safe and efficient workpractices, <strong>Florida</strong> Cosmetology law and rules: acquisitionof knowledge of the facial specialist and related chemistry;bacteriology, anatomy and physiology; art of make-up:and development of skill in performing the manipulativeand electrical techniques required in the practice of facialspecialist occupations.Length: 300 contact hours / 10 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.CSP 0260 Skin Care Specialty 300Description of Program: This certificate in Medical SecretarialSpecialist prepares you for entry-level employment as amedical secretary, unit clerk, records clerk, or a receptionist ina medical facility. Course content includes, but is not limitedto, keyboarding, business principles, medical terminology,and insurance coordination. Some credits will articulatedirectly toward the A.A.S. degree in Medical Secretarial(Program #2190).137
sfccCOURSE INFORMATION<strong>Florida</strong>’s <strong>State</strong>wide Course Numbering SystemGeneral Rule for Course EquivalenciesThe Course PrefixAuthority for Acceptance of Equivalent CoursesExceptions to the General Rule for EquivalencyCourses at Nonregionally Accredited InstitutionsSFCC Course Descriptions and Cross-ReferenceAreas of Study to Course PrefixesDescription of Course CodesCourse Descriptions138
sfccFLORIDA’S STATEWIDE COURSENUMBERING SYSTEMCourses in this catalog are identified by prefixes and numbers that were assigned by <strong>Florida</strong>’s <strong>State</strong>wide Course NumberingSystem (SCNS). This numbering system is used by all public postsecondary institutions in <strong>Florida</strong> and 26 participating non-publicinstitutions. The major purpose of this system is to facilitate the transfer of courses between participating institutions. Studentsand administrators can use the online SCNS to obtain course descriptions and specific information about course transfer betweenparticipating <strong>Florida</strong> institutions. This information is at the SCNS Web site at http://scns.fldoe.org.Each participating institution controls the title, credit, and content of its own courses and recommends the first digit of the coursenumber to indicate the level at which students normally take the course. Course prefixes and the last three digits of the coursenumbers are assigned by members of faculty discipline committees appointed for that purpose by the <strong>Florida</strong> Department ofEducation in Tallahassee. Individuals nominated to serve on these committees are selected to maintain a representative balanceas to type of institution and discipline field or specialization.The course prefix and each digit in the course number have a meaning in the SCNS. The list of course prefixes and numbers,along with their generic titles, is referred to as the “SCNS taxonomy.” Descriptions of the content of courses are referred to as“statewide course profiles.”EXAMPLE OF COURSE IDENTIFIERPrefixLevel Code(first digit)Century Digit(second digit)Decade Digit(third digit)Unit Digit(fourth digit)Lab CodeENC 1 1 0 1EnglishCompositionLower (Freshman)Level at thisinstitutionFreshmanCompositionFreshmanCompositionSkillsFreshmanCompositionSkill INo laboratorycomponent inthis courseGENERAL RULE FOR COURSE EQUIVALENCIESEquivalent courses at different institutions are identified by the same prefixes and same last three digits of the course numberand are guaranteed to be transferable between participating institutions that offer the course, with a few exceptions. (Exceptionsare listed below.)For example, a freshman composition skills course is offered by 58 different postsecondary institutions. Each institution usesENC_101 to identify its freshman composition skills course. The level code is the first digit and represents the year in whichstudents normally take the course at a specific institution. In the SCNS taxonomy, ENC means “English Composition,” the centurydigit 1 represents “Freshman Composition,” the decade digit 0 represents “Freshman Composition Skills,” and the unit digit 1represents “Freshman Composition Skills I.”In the sciences and certain other areas, a C or L after the course number is known as a lab indicator. The C represents a combinedlecture and laboratory course that meets in the same place at the same time. The L represents a laboratory course or the laboratorypart of a course, having the same prefix and course number without a lab indicator, which meets at a different time or place.Transfer of any successfully completed course from one participating institution to another is guaranteed in cases where thecourse to be transferred is equivalent to one offered by the receiving institution. Equivalencies are established by the same prefixand last three digits and comparable faculty credentials at both institutions. For example, ENC <strong>11</strong>01 is offered at a communitycollege. The same course is offered at a state university as ENC 2101. A student who has successfully completed ENC <strong>11</strong>01 atthe community college is guaranteed to receive transfer credit for ENC 2101 at the state university, if the student transfers. Thestudent cannot be required to take ENC 2101 again since ENC <strong>11</strong>01 is equivalent to ENC 2101. Transfer credit must be awardedfor successfully completed equivalent courses and used by the receiving institution to determine satisfaction of requirementsby transfer students on the same basis as credit awarded to the native students. It is the prerogative of the receiving institution,however, to offer transfer credit for courses successfully completed that have not been designated as equivalent. NOTE: Creditgenerated at institutions on the quarter-term system may not transfer the equivalent number of credits to institutions on semestertermsystems. For example, 4.0 quarter hours often transfer as 2.67 semester hours.139
sfccTHE COURSE PREFIXThe course prefix is a three-letter designator for a major division of an academic discipline, subject matter area, or sub-categoryof knowledge. The prefix is not intended to identify the department in which a course is offered. Rather, the content of a coursedetermines the assigned prefix to identify the course.AUTHORITY FOR ACCEPTANCE OF EQUIVALENT COURSESSection 1007.24(7), <strong>Florida</strong> Statutes, states: Any student who transfers among postsecondary institutions that are fully accreditedby a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the United <strong>State</strong>s Department of Education and that participate inthe SCNS shall be awarded credit by the receiving institution for courses satisfactorily completed by the student at the previousinstitutions. Credit shall be awarded, if the courses are judged by the appropriate SCNS faculty committees representing schooldistricts, public postsecondary educational institutions, and participating nonpublic postsecondary educational institutions to beacademically equivalent to courses offered at the receiving institution, including equivalency of faculty credentials, regardless ofthe public or nonpublic control of the previous institution. The Department of Education shall ensure that credits to be acceptedby a receiving institution are generated in courses for which the faculty possess credentials that are comparable to those requiredby the accrediting association of the receiving institution. The award of credit may be limited to courses that are entered in theSCNS. Credits awarded pursuant to this subsection shall satisfy institutional requirements on the same basis as credits awardedto native students.EXCEPTIONS TO THE GENERAL RULE FOR EQUIVALENCYSince the initial implementation of the SCNS, specific disciplines or types of courses have been excepted from the guarantee oftransfer for equivalent courses. These include varying topics courses that must be evaluated individually, or applied courses inwhich the student must be evaluated for mastery of skill and technique. The following courses are exceptions to the general rulefor course equivalencies and may not transfer. Transferability is at the discretion of the receiving institution.A. Courses not offered by the receiving institution.B. For courses at non-regionally accredited institutions, courses offered prior to theestablished transfer date of the course in question.C. Courses in the _900-999 series are not automatically transferable, and must beevaluated individually. These include such courses as Special Topics, Internships,Practica, Study Abroad, Thesis and Dissertations.D. <strong>College</strong> developmental and vocational preparatory courses.E. Graduate courses.F. Internships, practica, clinical experiences and study abroad courses with numbersother than those ranging from 900-999.G. Applied courses in the performing arts (Art, Dance, Interior Design, Music, andTheatre) and skills courses in Criminal Justice are not guaranteed as transferable.COURSES AT NONREGIONALLY ACCREDITED INSTITUTIONSThe SCNS makes available on its home page (http://scns.fldoe.org) a report entitled “Courses at Nonregionally AccreditedInstitutions” that contains a comprehensive listing of all nonpublic institution courses in the SCNS inventory, as well as eachcourse’s transfer level and transfer effective date. This report is updated monthly.Questions about the SCNS and appeals regarding course credit transfer decisions should be directed to the Curriculum SupportCoordinator in Building F136 at (863) 784-7488 or the <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Education, Office of Articulation, 1401 TurlingtonBuilding, Tallahassee, <strong>Florida</strong> 32399-0400. Special reports and technical information may be requested by calling the SCNSoffice at (850) 245-0427 or via the Internet at http://scns.fldoe.org.140
sfccSFCC COURSE DESCRIPTIONS AND CROSS-REFERENCESAll courses offered by SFCC are listed in alphabetical order according to their statewide three-letter prefix (i.e., ACC, AER, ETC,MAT). If you know the prefix, then go directly to the alpha listing in the Course Descriptions section. Remember that severalcourses may have the same prefix, and you will need to look for the course number and title.If you are unsure of the prefix or have only the title of the course, you will want to use the cross-reference section below. Areasof Study to Course Prefixes is a listing of disciplines and, in some cases, course titles; following each discipline title are all of theprefixes associated with that area of study.Remember that not all courses are offered in all terms or at all locations. For current offerings, consult the “Schedule of Classes”on our Web site www.southflorida.edu posted each term prior to the registration period.AREAS OF STUDY TO COURSE PREFIXESAccounting..................................................ACG, ACO, APAAgriculture...............................AEB, AEE, AGR, ANS, AOM,.................................................................... FRC, IPM, SOSAir Conditioning.............................................................ACRAlgebra................................................................ MAC, MATAnalytic Geometry.........................................................MACAnatomy and Physiology.............................................. BSCAnthropology................................................................. ANTAppliance Repair........................................................... EERArchitectural....................................... BCT, ETD, TAR, TDRArt.............................................................. AGR, ARH, ARTAstronomy......................................................................ASTAutomotive Technology................................................. AERAuto Body.....................................................................ARRBiology............................................ BSC, MCB, OCB, ORHBotany........................................................................... BOTBritish Literature.............................................................ENLBuilding Construction......................... BCN, BCT, BCV, TARBusiness............................................................. GEB, SBMBusiness Law.................................................................BULCabinet Making............................................................. BCVCalculus........................................................................MACCareer............................................................................SLSChemistry..................................................................... CHMChild Care.....................................................................PRNChild Development..................................... CHD, DEP, EECCitrus.....................................................................FRC, IPMCommercial Vehicle Driving...........................................TRAComputer Applications.............................. CGS, CTS, OCAComputer Drafting................................................ETD, TDRComputer Science/Programming................ CGS, CIS, COPComputer Graphics/Design..................................CTS, GRACo-op............................................................................COECorrections................................. CJC, CJD, CJK, CJT, SCYCosmetology....................................................... COS, CSPCreative Writing............................................................CRWCriminal Justice...................................CCJ, CJC, CJD, CJE..............................................................CJJ, CJK, CJL, CJTDental Hygiene....................................................DEH, DESDental Assistant...................................................DEA, DESDrafting and Design....................................ETD, ETG, TDRDrawing....................................................... ART, ETD, TDREcology................................................................. PCB, IDSEconomics....................................................................ECOEducation.................................. AEE, EDF, EDG, EME, EPIEnvironmental Science ...................................... EVS, FNRElectrical Distribution/Repair.................................EET, EEVElectrical Apprenticeship......................................BCA, EEVElectronics.................................CET, EER, EET, EEV, ETDEmergency Medical Technician.....................................EMSEngineering Technologies................. CET, EET, EEV, EGN,.............................................................................ETD, MAPEnglish ...............................................................CRW, ENCFinance.................................................................FIN, QMBFire Science...................................................................FFPFood Preparation...........................................................FSSForeign Language....................................... ASL, FRE, SPNFrench Language.......................................................... FREGeneral Business..........................................................GEBGeography..........................................................GEA, GEOGeology..........................................................................GLYGeometry............................................................MAC, MTGGovernment..................................................................POSHealth Education and Safety........................................HSCHealthcare Providers....................................................HCPHistory........................................................AMH, EUH, HIS,Honors......... AMH, AML, ART, CHM, CLP, CPO, CRW, ENC,.................. ENL, HUM, IDH, LIT, MAC, PHI, PHY, POS, SPCHorticulture................................................ HOS, ORH, SOSHospitality Management.......................................FSS, HFTHuman Development.................................................... DEPHumanities................................................................... HUMInformation Systems...................................CGS, CIS, COPInterdisciplinary Studies..................................................IDSJournalism..................................................................... JOULandscaping...................................................................LDELaw Enforcement........................ CJD, CJE, CJK, CJL, CJTLibrary............................................................................. LISLiterature.......................................................AML, ENL, LITManagement.............................................MAN, MNA, SBMMarketing............................................................MAR, MKAMathematics............................ MAC, MAP, MAT, MGF, MTB...................................................................MTG, QMB, STAMedia Communications...............................................MMC141
sfccMedical Secretarial.....................................HSC, HIM, MEAMeteorology..................................................................METMicrobiology................................................................. MCBMusic General.................................MUL, MUN, MUS, MUTMusic, Applied...........................................MVB, MVK, MVP................................................................. MVS, MVV, MVWNetwork Support Services............................................ EEVNetworking Services Technology.................................. CETNursing.......................................................HCP, NUR, PRNNutrition................................................................FSS, HUNOffice Education.................................................. OST, OTAParamedic.....................................................................EMSPatient Care..................................................................HCPPhilosophy..................................................................... PHIPhlebotomy................................................................... MLTPhotography..................................................................PGYPhysical Science..........................................GLY, PHY, PSCPlumbing Apprenticeship.....................................BCA, BCVPolitical Science..................................................CPO, POSPottery........................................................................... ARTPest Management..........................................................IPMPsychology .......................................... CLP, DEP, INP, PSYRadiography.................................................................. RTEReading......................................................................... REAReal Estate...................................................................REERefrigeration....................................................... ACR, EERReligion..........................................................................RELSanitation and Safety........................................... EET, FOSSecretarial.................................................. OCA, OST, OTASign Language...............................................................ASLSocial Sciences................................AMH, DEP, ECO, GEO............................................................ISS, POS, PSY, SYGSociology.............................................................. INP, SYGSpanish Language........................................................ SPNSpeech..........................................................................SPCStatistics.........................................................................STAStudent Development....................................................SLSTaxes..............................................................................TAXTechnical Drawing................................................ETD, TDRTechnical Writing...........................................................ENCTheatre Arts.................................................................. THETrigonometry................................................................ MACWatercolor..................................................................... ARTWestern Civilization.......................................................EUHWriting.................................................................CRW, ENCZoology.........................................................................ZOODESCRIPTION OF COURSE CODESEach course description listed in this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong> is followed by (OA), (OC), (PR), or (TR). These indicate the following:(OA)(OC)(PR)(TR)(DV)Occupational Applied course - AAS/Credit Certificate (PSV)Occupational Certificate (PSAV)Developmental - Non-CreditTransfer - AA/AS (A&P)Course Satisfies SUS International and Diversity RequirementsLAB FEES:Courses which require a lab fee as part of their cost include the words “Lab Fee.” To determine the actual lab fee for each course,review the latest “Schedule of Classes.”TERMS OFFERED:Courses listed in this <strong>College</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong> are offered on a planned basis. Many courses are offered during morning, afternoon,and/or evening hours. Throughout the following pages, you will find statements as to which terms courses may be offered. Thepurpose of these statements is to help in your schedule planning. However, it should be noted that various situations may impactwhether or not a course will be held during a specific term, day, or time. To ensure that a specific course is offered during aspecific term, day, or time, please check the Schedule of Classes at our Web site www.southflorida.edu.142
AACG 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ACCOUNTING 1-3 cr. hrs.A hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directly relatedto your academic major/career objective. Prerequisite: ACG20<strong>11</strong> or ACG 2021. (TR)ACG 2001 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING I 3 cr. hrs.This is an introduction to accounting principles andprocedures. The course covers financial statements,components of the accounting cycle and generally acceptedaccounting principles as defined by the Financial AccountingStandards Board. (TR)ACG 20<strong>11</strong> FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING II 3 cr. hrs.A continuation of Financial Accounting I, this course coversFASB concepts and pronouncements as they pertain topartnerships, corporations, security transactions, and<strong>State</strong>ment of Cash Flow. The preparation, interpretation,and analysis of financial statements are emphasized.Prerequisite: ACG 2001. (TR)ACG 2021 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING 3 cr. hrs.This course is an accelerated alternative of ACG 2001and ACG 20<strong>11</strong>. It is an introduction to financial accountingprinciples and procedures. The preparation, analysis andinterpretation of financial statements are emphasized. (TR)ACG 2071 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING 3 cr. hrs.A study of managerial accounting concepts and principles,job order cost systems, process cost systems, cost behaviorand cost-volume-profit analysis, budgeting, variance analysis,differential analysis, and capital investment analysis.Prerequisite: ACG 2001 or ACG 2021 w/a grade of C orhigher. (TR)ACG 2170 FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS3 cr. hrs.A study of how to analyze financial statements to determinethe financial condition of a business enterprise. Loan andinvestment decision will be analyzed. Prerequisite: ACG2001 or ACG 2021. (TR)ACG 2360 COST ACCOUNTING 3 cr. hrs.A study of basic cost terminology. Major emphasis is on joborder cost, process cost, standard cost, joint product cost, andcost analysis for management decision making. Prerequisite:ACG 2071. Offered on Demand. (OA)ACG 2450C ACCOUNTING FOR THE MICROCOMPUTER3 cr. hrs.An introduction to four major integrated accounting systemscommonly found in computerized accounting departments.These systems: general ledger, accounts receivable, accountspayable, and payroll are presented in such a way as to requireno prior knowledge of computers or computerized accounting.Prerequisite: ACG 2001 or ACG 2021. Lab Fee. (OA)sfccCOURSE DESCRIPTIONS143ACG 2500 GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTING 3 cr. hrs.A study of budgetary and fund accounting systems as appliedin various types of governmental agencies and not-forprofitorganizations. Prerequisite: ACG 20<strong>11</strong>, ACG 2021 orInstructor’s approval. (OA)ACG 2930SELECTED TOPICS IN ACCOUNTING (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.ACG 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ACCOUNTING 1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. Prerequisite:ACG 20<strong>11</strong> or ACG 2021. (TR)ACO 00<strong>11</strong> OCCUPATIONAL FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING I45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.This course is an introduction to financial accounting principlesand procedures; the accounting cycle, internal control,accounting for cash, receivables, and current liabilities. (OC)ACO 05<strong>11</strong> OCCUPATIONAL ACCOUNTING ON MICRO-COMPUTERS 45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.Introduction to the four major integrated accounting systemscommonly found in computerized accounting departments.These systems include: general ledger, accounts receivable,accounts payable, and payroll. They are presented in sucha way as to require no prior knowledge of computers orcomputerized accounting. Prerequisite: ACO 00<strong>11</strong>. LabFee. (OC)ACO 0805 OCCUPATIONAL PAYROLL ACCOUNTING45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.A study of the payroll accounting process covering thecomputation of gross wages, payroll deductions, employeetax liability, employer tax liability, state and federal filingrequirements, and applicable labor laws. (OC)ACO 2807 PAYROLL ACCOUNTING 1 cr. hr.This course studies the payroll accounting process coveringthe computation of gross wages, payroll deductions,employee and employer tax liability, state and federal filingrequirements and applicable labor laws. Prerequisite: ACG2001 or ACG 2021. (OA)ACR 0000 FUNDAMENTALS OF REFRIGERATION60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.An introduction to the fundamentals of refrigeration,refrigerants, and the component parts used in most commonequipment. Corequisite: ACR 0080L. Lab Fee. (OC)ACR 0004 AIR CONDITIONING MECHANIC I80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.This course is available on a limited basis to you, if youare not participating in an indentured apprenticeship. Majorareas of study include safety, HVAC math, refrigerationpractices, blueprint reading, refrigeration systems, andbasic electricity. (OC)
ACR 0005 AIR CONDITIONING MECHANIC II80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.This course is available on a limited basis to you, if you arenot participating in an indentured apprenticeship. Major areasof study include hydronic systems, compression refrigerationsystems, piping and welding procedures, electrical systemsand equipment, A/C service, and customer relations.Prerequisite: ACR 0004 or Instructor’s approval. (OC)ACR 0006 AIR CONDITIONING MECHANIC III80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.This course is available on a limited basis to you, if you are notparticipating in an indentured apprenticeship. Major areas ofstudy include air movement, heating, heat pumps, installationpractices, start-up, and servicing. Prerequisite: ACR 0005 orInstructor’s approval. (OC)ACR 0007 AIR CONDITIONING MECHANIC IV80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.This course is available on a limited basis to you, if you arenot participating in an indentured apprenticeship. Major areasof study include commercial refrigeration, advanced blueprintreading, communications, A/C troubleshooting, heat pumps,control systems, code, and design practices. Prerequisite:ACR 0006 or Instructor’s approval. (OC)ACR 0060 INDOOR AIR QUALITY AND SYSTEM DE-SIGN60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.An introduction to psychometrics; load calculations and ductdesign; and the operation, installation, trouble analysis, andrepair of home and commercial refrigeration. Corequisite:ACR 0080L. Lab Fee. (OC)ACR 0080L Air Conditioning, REFRIGERATION,and HEATING MECHANICS LAB30-180 con. hrs. 1-6 occ. crs.This course provides you the opportunity to apply theoriesand skills learned to both simulate problem solving situationsand actual jobs representative of the trade. Through theseexperiences you will develop competence and expertise inthe skills of the trade. (OC)ACR 0102 BASIC ELECTRICITY SYSTEMS AND CON-TROLS60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Basic controls electrical and power systems applicable to airconditioning and refrigeration. You will also learn the theoryof operation of these systems. Corequisite: ACR 0080L. LabFee. (OC)ACR 0600 HEATING SYSTEMS60 con. hrs. 2 occ crs.Introduces you to a variety of heating systems including gas,electric, and oil systems. You will learn to diagnose and repairmalfunctions in these typical heating systems. Corequisite:ACR 0080L. Lab Fee. (OC)ACR 0609 REFRIGERATION: TROUBLE ANALYSIS60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Operation, installation, trouble analysis, and repair of homeand commercial air conditioning, heat pumps, and heatingsystems. Corequisite: ACR 0080L. Lab Fee. (OC)sfcc144ACR 0930ACR 0940ACR 0941ACR 0949SELECTED TOPICS IN AIR CONDITIONINGLab Fee. (OC) 30-120 con. hrs. 1-4 occ. crs.INTERNSHIP IN AIR CONDITIONING, RE-FRIGERATION, AND HEATING (OC)60-420 con. hrs. 2-14 occ. crs.INTERNSHIP IN AIR CONDITIONING ME-CHANIC (OC)30-420 con. hrs. 1-14 occ. crs.CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE IN AIR CON-DITIONING (OC)30-480 con. hrs. 1-16 occ. crs.AEB 2102 PRINCIPLES OF AGRI-BUSINESS MAN-AGEMENT3 cr. hrs.This course provides an introduction to the principles ofeconomics as applied to agribusiness management. It alsoprovides training in developing job skills, career planning,budgeting, recordkeeping and determining insurance needs.Offered on the Highlands Campus spring term. (TR)AER 0010 INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE SER-VICE TECHNOLOGY60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Prepares you to perform basic automotive tasks such aslubrication, tire changes, exhaust, and radiator service.Emphasis is placed on tool identification, measuring, basicelectricity, welding skills, and employability. Corequisite: AER0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)AER 0190 ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR AND RE-BUILDING 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Prepares you to repair and rebuild engines commonly foundin the automobile today. You will perform general diagnosis todetermine need for repairs and perform both upper and lowerengine breakdown, evaluation, and repairs. The lubricationand cooling systems are studied in depth. Corequisite: AER0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)AER 0299 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS ANDTRANSAXLES 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Prepares you to service and repair automatic transmissionsand automatic transaxles: diagnose general problems;perform maintenance and adjustment; in-car repairs; remove,disassemble, and assemble; inspect, measure, service, and/or replace oil pump and converter components; service orreplace gear train components. Corequisite: AER 0930L.Lab Fee. (OC)AER 0390 MANUAL DRIVE TRANSMISSIONS60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course prepares you to diagnose and repair manual drivetrain components including clutch, transmission, transaxle, driveshaft, universal joint, ring and pinion, differential case, axle,and four-wheel drive. Corequisite: AER 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)
sfccAER 0401 STEERING AND SUSPENSION60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Prepares you to inspect, evaluate, diagnose, and repairautomotive steering and suspension systems. You alsolearn wheel alignment, diagnosis, adjustment, and repair.Corequisite: AER 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)AER 0595 BRAKE SYSTEMS60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Prepares you to inspect, evaluate, diagnose, and serviceautomotive braking systems including drum and disc systemsas well as both manual and power controlled systems.Corequisite: AER 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)AER 0691 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Prepares you to perform general electrical diagnosis and toservice battery, starter systems, charging system, lightingsystem, gauges, driver information system, horn, wipers, andbody accessories. Corequisite: AER 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)AER 0697 ENGINE PERFORMANCE60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course prepares you to diagnose general engineperformance with respect to ignition; carburetion; fuelconsumption; and exhaust color, odor, and sound.Corequisite: AER 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)AER 0797 AUTOMOTIVE HEATING AND AIR CONDI-TIONING 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Prepares you to diagnose, service, and/or repair airconditioning systems; diagnose and repair refrigerationsystem compressor and clutch; diagnose and repairevaporator, receiver, drier, and condenser; diagnose andrepair heating systems; and diagnose and repair problemswith electrical control units. Corequisite: AER 0930L. LabFee. (OC)AER 0930L AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGYLAB 30-180 con. hrs. 1-6 occ. crs.Provides you with hands-on experience related to theorypresented in related courses. You have the opportunityto apply theory and skills to both simulated laboratoryexperiences as well as real life problems related toAutomotive Service Technology. (OC)AER 0940VOCATIONAL INTERNSHIP, AUTOMOTIVE(OC) 60-420 con. hrs. 2-14 occ. crs.AGR 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN AGRICULTURE SCIENCES1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)AGR 2915AGR 2930INTERNSHIP IN AGRICULTURE (TR)1- 4 cr. hrs.SPECIAL TOPICS IN AGRICULTURE (TR)1 cr. hr.AGR 2931 AGRICULTURAL SEMINAR I 1 cr. hr.This independent study course will increase your awarenessof career opportunities in agriculture and expose you tovarious agricultural occupations. The course will introduceyou to some of the industries allied to agriculture and toagencies and organizations that support agriculture. Offeredspring term. (TR)AGR 2932AGR 2949AGRICULTURAL SEMINAR II (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN AGRICULTURE SCIENCES (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.AMH 1010 AMERICAN HISTORY I 3 cr. hrs.Survey of the history of the United <strong>State</strong>s from its earliestcolonial beginnings to 1877. The course surveys the majorsocial, economic, cultural, and political developmentsof the American people up through the Civil War andReconstruction. Emphasis is placed upon the individuals andevents that have shaped these developments. (TR)AMH 1020 AMERICAN HISTORY II 3 cr. hrs.Surveys American history from 1877 to the present withemphasis on the major economic, social, political, and culturaltransformations of the American people since the Civil War,pursuing an essentially chronological approach. (TR)AMH 2070 HISTORY OF FLORIDA 3 cr. hrs.Survey of the history of <strong>Florida</strong> from the Spanish periodto the present. The course surveys the major events andpersonalities in <strong>Florida</strong> history from chronological and politicalperspectives. Attention is given to the economic and socialissues that have affected <strong>Florida</strong>’s history. Local historicalevents and personalities are emphasized. (TR)AER 0949AER 2905AER 2930CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE IN AUTOMO-TIVE SERVICES (OC)30-240 con. hrs. 1-8 occ. crs.SPECIAL PROJECTS - AUTO TECHNOL-OGY (OA)3 cr. hrs.SPECIAL TOPICS IN AUTOMOTIVE ME-CHANICS (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.AMH 2091 SURVEY OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN HIS-TORY3 cr. hrs.An historical survey that begins in Africa, then focuses on theAfrican American experience in the U.S. (TR) (DV)AMH 2949CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN HISTORY (TR) 1-4 cr. hrs.145
sfccAML <strong>2010</strong> HONORS AMERICAN LITERATURE I(1620-1865) 3 cr. hrs.Talk about, write about, and interact with American literaturefrom this period through extensive discussion, open debates,oral reports, computer-assisted research, field work, andcommunity service. Prerequisite: Successful completion ofENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a grade of C or better; ENC <strong>11</strong>02 stronglyrecommended. Offered fall term. (TR)AML 2020 AMERICAN LITERATURE II(1865 to Present) 3 cr. hrs.This course is a survey of American writers and their workssince 1865. Emphasis is on major trends in Realism,Naturalism, and Modernism in the 19th and 20th centuriesas they apply to the changing ideas in American culture.Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with agrade of C or better. Offered spring term. (TR)AML 2020 HONORS AMERICAN LITERATURE II(1865 to Present) 3 cr. hrs.Talk about, write about, and interact with American literature fromthis period through extensive discussion, open debates, oralreports, computer-assisted research, field work, and communityservice. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 witha grade of C or better; ENC <strong>11</strong>02 strongly recommended.Offered spring term. (TR)ANS 1003 INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL SCIENCE3 cr. hrs.An introduction to animal science, including a study of breedsand breeding procedures of cattle, swine, sheep, horses,poultry, and dairy. Basic genetics, feeding and nutrition arealso studied. Offered first summer flex session. Offeredonline. (TR)ANT 2410 GENERAL ANTHROPOLOGY 3 cr. hrs.An introductory study of the structure and process of culture.The basic concepts of culture are presented, includingsubsistence patterns, organizing devices, patterns oftransmission of culture, economics, political organization,social control and cultural change. The methods ofanthropological research and major theoretical orientationsare described. Many examples of cultural variations arestudied including traditional as well as modern societies.(TR) (DV)ANT 2949CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ANTHROPOLOGY (TR) 3 cr. hrs.AOM 1310 AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY AND EQUIP-MENT3 cr. hrs.Emphasizes the machinery and equipment utilized in<strong>Florida</strong> agri-business including safety, purchase, operation,maintenance, and repair. Offered fall term. Online. (TR)APA 2136 Bookkeeping certification preparation3 cr. hrs.This course provides you with the theoretical accountingknowledge and practical skills, practices, and proceduresnecessary to 1) pass the Certified Bookkeeper Exam, 2)reinforce key issues needed in the financial and accountingprofessions. The major areas of emphasis are 1) adjustmentsand error corrections, 2) payroll, 3) depreciation, 4) inventory,and 5) internal controls and fraud preventions. Prerequisites:ACG 20<strong>11</strong> or ACG 2021 or Instructor’s approval. Corequisite:ACO 2807. (OA)APA 2930APA 2949SELECTED TOPICS IN APPLIED ACCOUNT-ING (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ACCOUNTING (OA) 1-4 cr. hrs.ARH 2000 ART HISTORY AND APPRECIATION I3 cr. hrs.This course covers painting, sculpture, and architecturefrom the Prehistoric Era to the beginning of the Renaissanceincluding relations of styles to cultural context. Prerequisite:ENC <strong>11</strong>01. Offered fall term. (TR)ARH 2051 ART HISTORY AND APPRECIATION II3 cr. hrs.Covers painting, sculpture, and architecture from theRenaissance to the present including relationships of stylesto cultural context. Prerequisite: ENC <strong>11</strong>01. Offered springterm. (TR)ARR 0001 FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTO BODY REPAIR60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Basic instruction in the history of automobile constructionincluding an overview of general shop procedures,introduction to industry standards, shop operation procedures,and employment qualifications and outlook. Corequisite: ARR0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)ARR 0100 PAINTING TECHNIQUES60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Basic instruction in the use and care of the spray gun. Thecourse deals with the types of spray guns, various applicationsof spray gun techniques, spray gun adjustments, spray gunmaintenance, and mixing and application procedures.Corequisite: ARR 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)ARR 0<strong>11</strong>0 BASIC SHEET METAL REPAIRS60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Basic instruction covering hand tools, oxyacetylene welding,electric and plastic welding, and basic sheet metal repairs.Corequisite: ARR 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)ARR 0120 ADVANCED PAINTING TECHNIQUES60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Instruction in advanced painting techniques, such as colormatch, factory defects, spot, panel painting, custom painting,and paint related problems. Also included are plastic repairsand paint techniques peculiar to plastics, and techniques oninterior and exterior cleaning. Corequisite: ARR 0930L. LabFee. (OC)146
sfccARR 0292 APPLIED TECHNIQUES IN AUTO BODYREPAIR 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.A study of panel forming techniques, frame straighteningtechniques, measuring, suspension, and steering principles,job estimating, and customer relations. Corequisite: ARR0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)ARR 0310 PANEL REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.A study of sheet metal expansion, contraction and heatdistortion, body fitting methods, plastic fillers, refinishingmaterials, surface preparations, and spray gun techniques.Corequisite: ARR 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)ARR 0330 SCIENCE OF UNIBODY REPAIR60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.A study of unibody automobiles built since 1980 includingthe history of automobiles, damage repair, new science ofunibody repair, suspension designs, damage diagnosis, partsreplacement, and structural repair completion. Corequisite:ARR 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)ARR 0930L AUTO COLLISION REPAIR AND REFINISH-ING LAB 30-480 con. hrs. 1-16 occ. crs.Provides you with the opportunity to apply theories and skillslearned using both simulated problem solving situations andactual jobs associated with auto body repair. Through theseexperiences you will develop competence and expertise inthe skills of auto body repair and refinishing. (OC)ARR 0940ARR 0949VOCATIONAL INTERNSHIP IN AUTO BODY(OC) 60-420 con. hrs. 2-14 occ. crs.CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE IN AUTO COL-LISION (OC) 30-240 con. hrs. 1-8 occ. crs.ART 1201C 2-D DESIGN3 cr. hrs.This course is a study of the fundamental design elementsand principles; emphasizing the vocabulary of art andtechnical skills in handling art tools for two dimensional visualexpression. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 1202C 3-D DESIGN3 cr. hrs.This course is a study of the elements and principles ofdesign as they relate to the three dimensional format.Various materials, tools, and processes along with sculpturalvocabulary will be explored. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 1300C DRAWING I3 cr. hrs.Basic discipline of drawing through the use of still life,landscape, and the figure. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 1301C DRAWING II3 cr. hrs.Basic discipline of drawing through the use of still life,landscape, and the figure. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ART AND GRAPHIC DESIGN1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)ART 2012C MEDIA EXPLORATION 1-4 cr. hrs.Studio practice with materials, tools, techniques, andconcepts traditionally associated with painting and othermedia. This course may be repeated three times up to amaximum of 16 hours. Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 2330C FIGURE DRAWING3 cr. hrs.Study of the structure, movement, and rhythm of the humanfigure. This course may be repeated three times up to amaximum of 16 hours. Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 2400C PRINTMAKING I3 cr. hrs.This course is an introduction to printmaking covering relief,intaglio, collograph, monotype and silkscreen processes.Lab Fee. (TR)ART 2401C PRINTMAKING II3 cr. hrs.Printmaking II will cover intermediate printing techniquesand creative application of print processes. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 2501C PAINTING II3 cr. hrs.Painting II is a continuation of Painting I with emphasis ondeveloping a personal style. Exploration of oil and acrylic oncanvas, and mural work will be explored. Prerequisite: ART1500C. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 2540C WATERCOLOR PAINTING I 3 cr. hrs.An introduction to transparent and opaque water colorpainting. Emphasis is on compositional design and the useof media and equipment. Prerequisites: ART 1300C-1301Cor Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 2541C WATERCOLOR PAINTING II 3 cr. hrs.Watercolor II is a continuation of Watercolor I with emphasison developing a personal style and creating an advancedportfolio. Prerequisite: ART 2540C. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 2750C POTTERY I3 cr. hrs.Pottery I is the expression of self through clay creations.Emphasis of course is hand building, turning, application ofglazes, and firing. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 2751C POTTERY II3 cr. hrs.Pottery II continues “hand building” techniques with moreemphasis on creative expression, quality wheel turning, glazingand firing. Prerequisite: ART 2750C. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 2930SELECTED TOPICS IN ART (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.ART 1500C PAINTING I3 cr. hrs.Introduction to oil and acrylic painting. Emphasis is onfundamentals of media and color. Lab Fee. (TR)ART 2932SPECIAL TOPICS IN DRAWING FOR HU-MANITIES (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.147
sfccART 2939 HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS IN ART1-4 cr. hrs.A special course to design art for large indoor and outdoorspaces, including outdoor sculpture, suspended mobiles, andmurals. You will work independently and in groups. (TR)ART 2947CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN COMMERCIAL AND ADVERTIS-ING ART (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.ART 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ART AND GRAPHIC DESIGN1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)ASL 2130 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE III 3 cr. hrs.Intermediate American Sign Language (ASL III) is anintermediate course designed for you, if you have previouscoursework from ASL I and II with labs. ASL III continuesdevelopment of conversational skills in ASL with strongemphasis on narratives. The development of non-writtennarratives will increase both comprehension and expressiveskills specific to the deaf culture. This course will presentyou with the structure, conversational vocabulary andgrammatical principles, regional and idiomatic usages ofAmerican Sign Language while also focusing on the historical,cultural, and social aspects of deafness. Prerequisites: ASL2140C, ASL 2150C, and labs. (TR)ASL 2140C AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE I 4 cr. hrs.Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL I), as used inthe deaf community. General discussion of ASL structure andintroduction to various manual communication systems andphilosophies. Emphasis on building a basic sign vocabulary.Lab required. (TR)ASL 2150C AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE II 4 cr. hrs.A continuation of the basic course which expands yoursigning skills and introduces ASL idioms. Provides a greateropportunity for skill development in ASL structure and idiomaticusage. Prerequisite: ASL 2140C. Lab required. (TR)AST 1002 DESCRIPTIVE ASTRONOMY 3 cr. hrs.An introduction to the astronomical universe for non-sciencemajors including historical development, astronomicalinstruments, methods of discovery, motions of celestialobjects, evolution of stars, and a description of the membersof the solar system, galaxy, and universe. (TR)BCA 0150BCA 0151BCA 0152BMASONRY I - DeletedMASONRY II - DeletedMASONRY III - DeletedBCA 0160BCA 0321MASONRY INTERNSHIP - DeletedELECTRICIAN INTERNSHIP (OC)30-420 con. hrs. 1-14 occ. crs.BCA 0350 ELECTRICAL WIRING I80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.This course is available on a limited basis if you are notparticipating in an indentured apprenticeship. Major areas ofstudy include safety, DC current, mathematics for electricians,construction safety, and residential wiring. (OC)BCA 0351 ELECTRICAL WIRING II80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.This course is available on a limited basis if you are notparticipating in an indentured apprenticeship. Major areas ofstudy include AC current, mathematics for electricians, NECCodes, and commercial and residential wiring. Prerequisite:BCA 0350. (OC)BCA 0352 ELECTRICAL WIRING III80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.This course is available on a limited basis if you are notparticipating in an indentured apprenticeship. Major areasof study include safety, National Electrical Code, motors andmotor control, and blueprint reading. Prerequisite: BCA 0351or Instructor’s approval. (OC)BCA 0353 ELECTRICAL WIRING IV80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.This course is available on a limited basis if you are notparticipating in an indentured apprenticeship. Major areas ofstudy include safety, National Electrical Code, blueprint reading,and final preparation for the Journeyman Electrician Exam.Prerequisite: BCA 0352 or Instructor’s approval. (OC)BCA 0441PLUMBING INTERNSHIP (OC)30-420 con. hrs. 1-14 occ. crs.BCA 0450 PLUMBING I80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.Course is available on a limited basis to you not participatingin an indentured apprenticeship. Major areas of study includebasic plumbing tools and practices, plumbing mathematics,related sciences, installation practices, first aid, occupationalsafety and health, and blueprint reading. (OC)BCA 0451 PLUMBING II80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.This course is available on a limited basis if you are notparticipating in an indentured apprenticeship. Major areas ofstudy include installation practices, plumbing mathematics,blueprint reading, welding, related sciences, rigging, and hoisting.Prerequisite: BCA 0450 or Instructor’s approval. (OC)BCA 0452 PLUMBING III80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.This course is available on a limited basis if you are notparticipating in an indentured apprenticeship. Major areas of148
sfccstudy include installation practices, blueprint reading, heatingsystems, and plumbing code. Prerequisite: BCA 0451. (OC)BCA 0453 PLUMBING IV80-160 con. hrs. 2.7-5.3 occ. crs.This course is available on a limited basis if you are notparticipating in an indentured apprenticeship. Major areas ofstudy include installation practices, plumbing mathematics,gas code, related sciences, blueprint reading with emphasisgiven to layout and design of plumbing systems. Prerequisite:BCA 0452. (OC)BCN 1230 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION: MATERIALSAND METHODS4 cr. hrs.An introduction to building systems, materials, and processesused in building construction, and the sequential phasesrequired to complete a building project. Offered on HighlandsCampus fall or spring term. (OA)BCN 2905BCN 2949DIRECTED STUDY IN BUILDING CONSTRUC-TION (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.CO-OP IN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION(OA)1-4 cr. hrs.BCT 1770 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION: ESTIMATING,SCHEDULING, AND COST CONTROL3 cr. hrs.An introduction of the techniques used to estimate the cost ofstructures, schedule labor and materials, and analyze actualand estimated costs of construction to facilitate efficient managementand administration. Offered on Highlands Campussummer term. (OA)BCT 2705 CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTING3 cr. hrs.An overview of the construction industry with respect tobusiness ownership, company organization, constructioncontracts, surety bonds, construction insurance, constructionlaws, project management, labor law and labor relations,and project safety. Offered on Highlands Campus springterm. (OA)BCT 2930SPECIAL TOPICS IN BUILDING CONSTRUC-TION (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.BCV 0135L CONSTRUCTION LAB30-180 con. hrs. 1-6 occ. crs.Provides an opportunity to apply theories and skills learnedto both simulated problem solving situations and actual jobsrepresentative of the trade. Through these experiences youwill develop competence and expertise in the skills of thetrade. Lab Fee. (OC)BOT 1010C BOTANY4 cr. hrs.An introduction to the field of general botany with emphasison study of, the cell, the root, stem, leaf, and flower in theirstructural and functional relations and plant classifications.Corequisite: BOT 1010L. (TR)BSC 1005 INTRODUCING BIOLOGY 3 cr. hrs.An introductory course in biological science. It is an integratedcourse dealing with the fundamentals of both plants and animalswith particular emphasis on humans. (TR)BSC 1009C INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY 4 cr. hrs.A survey course for you, if you choose a major other thanscience. It covers principle concepts in modern biologyincluding cellular biology, plant biology, human body systems,reproduction and genetics, evolution, behavior, and ecology.Corequisite: BSC 1009L. Lab Fee. (TR)BSC 1010C GENERAL BIOLOGY I4 cr. hrs.This course includes the study of the basic principals inbiochemistry, cell structure, cellular metabolism, genetics,molecular biology, and evolution. Recommended for sciencemajors. Corequisite: BSC 1010L. Lab Fee. (TR)BSC 10<strong>11</strong>C GENERAL BIOLOGY II4 cr. hrs.A study of the diversity of living things, plant and animalstructure, function, animal behavior, and environmentalbiology. Prerequisite: BSC 1010C or Instructor’s approval.Corequisite: BSC 10<strong>11</strong>L. Lab Fee. (TR)BSC 1085C HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I4 cr. hrs.A study of the structure and function of the human body thatincludes basic chemistry, cell physiology, tissues, and thefollowing systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, andnervous. Corequisite: BSC 1085L. Lab Fee. (TR)BSC 1086C HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II4 cr. hrs.A study of the structure and function of the human bodythat includes the sensory organs, endocrine system,circulatory system, immune system, respiratory system,digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system.Prerequisite: BSC 1085C with a C or higher or Instructor’sapproval. Corequisite: BSC 1086L. Lab Fee. (TR)BSC 1088 PREPARING FOR ANATOMY AND PHYSI-OLOGY1 cr. hr.An elective, Web-based course that prepares you forAnatomy and Physiology I. It is designed to prepare you inbackground educational areas that are often missing, suchas word roots (Latin and Greek), basic chemistry, and basicbiology. (TR)BSC 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)BSC 2932 SELECTED TOPICS IN BIOLOGY1-4 cr. hrs.Each topic is a course in directed study under the supervision ofa faculty member. This course may be repeated. Prerequisites:BSC 1010C, BSC 10<strong>11</strong>C, or Instructor’s approval. (TR)149
sfccBSC 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)BUL 2241 BUSINESS LAW I 3 cr. hrs.A study of the working principles which govern the legal andsocial environment of business, crimes, torts, contracts, andsales. (TR)BUL 2242 BUSINESS LAW II 3 cr. hrs.An advanced study in the principles which govern contractsand business organizations. The course reflects currentthinking and recent changes in the law. Also examined areareas of uniform commercial code; creditor’s rights, agency,employment, partnership, corporations, and special ventures.Prerequisite: BUL 2241. (TR)CCCJ 1010 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE3 cr. hrs.Includes the philosophical and historical background oflaw enforcement agencies, their development, purposes,functions, and organization with attention given tocontemporary problems, processes, and constitutionalaspects involved in the administration of criminal justice in ademocratic society. (OA)CCJ <strong>11</strong>94 INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS3 cr. hrs.Includes interpersonal skills with topics such as humanbehavior/human needs; ethnic and cultural groups; mentallyill, retarded, or physically disabled inmates; orientation to crisisintervention; and stress recognition and reduction. (OA)CCJ 2949CET 0930CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.SELECTED TOPICS IN MICROCOMPUTERSYSTEMS AND HARDWARE (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.CET <strong>11</strong>78C PC SUPPORT A+ CORE HARDWARE3-4 cr. hrs.This course will provide a hands-on opportunity for you toobtain the knowledge and skills necessary to service, repairand upgrade computers and peripherals in preparation forthe CompTIA A+ Core Hardware exam. Topics include safetypractices, a detailed look at hardware components, powersupplies, CMOS, CPUs, motherboards, bus architectures,disk subsystems, hardware installation and configuration,resolving resource conflicts, data recovery, networking, systemmaintenance and troubleshooting, and other related topics.Upon completion, you should be able to safely repair and/or upgrade computer systems, identify and resolve systemconflicts and optimize system performance. Lab Fee. (OA)CET <strong>11</strong>79C PC SUPPORT - A+ OS TECHNOLOGIES3 cr. hrs.This course provides a thorough, step-by-step process forlearning the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshootingcomputer operating systems, thereby, better preparing youto pass the CompTIA A+ Operating System Technologiesexam. Topics include how the boot process works, softwareand hardware interactions, operating system and softwaresupport and troubleshooting, supporting and troubleshootingoperating systems and software on a network, peripheralinstallations, device conflict resolution, how to configureprinters, modems, networking components and multimediadevices. In a hands-on learning environment, you will learninstallation procedures for various operating systems, useFDISK, format, deport and various other utilities, createand use emergency boot diskettes, install and uninstalldevices, perform backups, manage system files, troubleshootoperating system errors, configure networks, configureInternet access and manage printers and other peripherals.Lab Fee. (OA)CET 1485C NETWORKING ESSENTIALS 3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to provide you with the backgroundnecessary to understand the local area networkinginformation on workstations in a networked environment.The material serves as a general introduction for you, if youneed a foundation in current networking technology for localarea networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and theInternet. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 1588C LAN SUPPORT - NETWORK+ 3 cr. hrs.The course will provide you with an introduction to the basicconcepts of home and Small Office Home Office PC networksin a hands-on intensive environment and aid in preparationfor the CompTIA Network+ exam. Achieving Network +certification is a good beginning for you, if you aspire a careerin the IT field. Topics include transmission media, networktopologies, LAN infrastructure, Ethernet, Token Ring, FDDI,wireless networks, OSI reference model, common networkprotocols such as NetBEUI and TCP/IP, fault tolerance,disaster recovery, network operating systems, networksecurity, troubleshooting and various utilities commonly usedto identify network connectivity issues. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 1600C CISCO NETWORKING FUNDAMENTALS3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to prepare a you to apply andunderstand the basics of networking technologies. Thecourse covers the OSI model and industry standards; networktopologies; IP addressing, including subnet masks; and basicnetwork design. This is the first of a four-part series to prepareyou for the Cisco Certified Networking Associate examination.Internet access from home (or other major availability will bemandatory for this course). Lab Fee. (OA)CET 1610C CISCO ROUTER TECHNOLOGY 3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to prepare you to apply andunderstand the basics of networking hardware. The coursecovers beginning router configurations; routed and routingprotocols; and introduction to LAN switching. This is the150
sfccsecond of a four-part series to prepare you for the CiscoCertified Networking Associate examination. Internet accessfrom home (or other major availability will be mandatory forthis course). Prerequisite: CET 1600C. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 1615C CISCO ADVANCED ROUTER TECHNOL-OGY3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to prepare you to apply andunderstand the advanced principles and applications ofnetworking hardware and the Cisco IOS. The course coversadvanced router configurations; LAN switching; networkmanagement; and advanced network design. This is the thirdof a four-part series to prepare you for the Cisco CertifiedNetworking Associate examination. Internet access from home(or other major availability will be mandatory for this course).Prerequisite: CET 1610C. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 1620C CISCO PROJECT BASED LEARNING3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to prepare you to apply andunderstand the advanced principles, applications, andimplementation of networking hardware. The course coversadvanced network design projects and advanced networkmanagement projects. This is the fourth of a four-part seriesto prepare you for the Cisco Certified Networking Associateexamination. Internet access from home (or other majoravailability will be mandatory for this course). Prerequisite:CET 1615C. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 1685C FUNDAMENTALS OF NETWORK SECU-RITY3 cr. hrs.Fundamentals of Network Security will teach you to designand implement security solutions that will reduce the riskof revenue loss and data vulnerability. It will provide anintroduction to network security and the overall securityprocesses. There will be emphasis on security policy designand management; security technologies, products andsolutions; firewall and secure router design, installation,configuration and maintenance; and AAA and VPNimplementation using routers and firewalls. This course willprepare you to take the MCNS (Managing Cisco NetworkSecurity) and the CompTIA Security+ exams. Prerequisite:CET 1600C or Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 1686C INTERMEDIATE NETWORK SECURITY3 cr. hrs.Intermediate Network Security will teach you to designand implement security solutions that will reduce therisk of revenue loss and data vulnerability. It will provideintermediate network security training and train you in moreadvanced security processes. There will be emphasis onthe Cisco PIX Firewall Appliance; security technologies,products and solutions; firewall and secure router design,installation, configuration and maintenance; and AAA andVPN implementation using hardware firewalls. This coursewill prepare you to take the MCNS (Managing Cisco NetworkSecurity), the CSPFA (Cisco Secure PIX Firewall Advanced),and the CompTIA Security+ exams. Prerequisite: CET 1685C.Lab Fee. (OA)CET 1854C FUNDAMENTALS OF WIRELESS NETWORK-ING3 cr. hrs.This course is intended to introduce you to wirelessnetworking design, implementation, and management.It is further designed to prepare completers for industryrecognized certification exams. Through a combination ofonline and text-based curriculum, you will develop the skillsneeded to identify industry standards, install commonlyused devices, troubleshoot and correct common wirelessnetwork problems, and to perform Radio Frequency (RF)site surveys prior to installation. You will also explore andpractice implementing standards-based security to protectnetworks against unwanted intrusion using such techniquesas WEP keys, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), and keyhopping. The study of security will also include identifyingsensitive information, establishing physical security, creatingand maintaining inventories and audits, and using otheradvanced solutions over public networks. Prerequisites:CET 1600C, 1610C, 1615C, and 1620C (CCNAI– IV), orInstructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 2<strong>11</strong>4C DIGITAL ELECTRONICS I 4 cr. hrs.Introduces topics needed to become proficient in digitalelectronics. Topics covered are number systems, computerarithmetic, Boolean algebra, logic functions, gates, flip flops,registers, counters, encoders, decoders, arithmetic circuits,shift counters, and memories. Lab experiments are used toverify the concepts studied. Prerequisite: EET <strong>11</strong>41C. LabFee. (OA)CET 2123C INTRODUCTION TO MICROPROCESSORS4 cr. hrs.This course uses the concepts learned in Digital Electronics Ito develop a systems concept using digital circuits. Emphasisis placed on the minicomputer system. Topics covered includeprogramming, CPU structure, internal timing, Buss structures,and interrupts. Hands-on experience with minicomputersystem is included. Prerequisite: CET 2<strong>11</strong>4C. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 2791 MICROSOFT WINDOWS CLIENT 3 cr. hrs.This course provides the core knowledge needed forsupporting Microsoft Windows Client Desktop OperatingSystems. The curriculum is designed to train you and supportprofessionals in all the skills needed to install, configure,customize, optimize, network, integrate, and troubleshootWindows client computers. Completion of this course willprepare you to take Microsoft’s Certification Exam andinvolves installing, configuring and administering MicrosoftWindows client computers. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 2792 MICROSOFT WINDOWS SERVER 3 cr. hrs.This course provides the core knowledge needed forsupporting Microsoft Windows Server Operating System. Thecurriculum is designed to train you and support professionals inall the skills needed to install, configure, customize, optimize,network, integrate, and troubleshoot Windows Servers in avariety of environments. Completion of this course will prepareyou to take the Microsoft Server Certification Exam whichincludes installing, configuring and administering MicrosoftWindows Server products. Lab Fee. (OA)151
sfccCET 2793 WINDOWS NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE3 cr. hrs.This course provides you with the knowledge and skillsrequired to install, manage, monitor, configure andtroubleshoot DNS, DHCP, Remote Access, NetworkProtocols, IP Routing and WINS in a Microsoft WindowsOperating System environment. Completion of this course willprepare you to take Microsoft’s Certification Exam requiringknowledge of how to implement and administer the MicrosoftWindows Network Infrastructure environment. Prerequisite:CET 2792. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 2794 MICROSOFT DIRECTORY SERVICES3 cr. hrs.This course provides you with the core knowledge neededfor supporting Microsoft Windows Operating Systems. Thecurriculum is designed to train you and support professionalsin all the skills needed to design, implement, and support aWindows Server object oriented directories including serveranalysis and optimization, network analysis and optimization;and troubleshooting in the enterprise environment.Completion of this course will prepare you to takeMicrosoft’s Certification Exam which includes implementingand administering Microsoft Windows Directory ServicesInfrastructure. Prerequisite: CET 2792. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 2796 DESIGNING SECURITY FOR A MICROSOFTWINDOWS NETWORK3 cr. hrs.This course provides the knowledge and skills required tocontrol and audit access to Microsoft Windows resources,setup authentication and encryption. It also provides theknowledge and skills to analyze the business, security andtechnical requirements required to operate medium to verylarge computing environments. Completion of this coursewill prepare you for Microsoft’s Certification Exam whichincludes designing security in a Microsoft Windows Network.Prerequisite: CET 2792. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 2797 DESIGNING A WINDOWS NETWORK IN-FRASTRUCTURE3 cr. hrs.This course provides the knowledge and skills required tomodify and design a Windows networking topology. It willalso teach the required skills needed to design for Internetand WAN infrastructures, and methods used to design amanagement and implementation strategy for Windowsnetworking. Completion of this course will prepare you to takeMicrosoft’s Certification Exam which includes the knowledgeto design a Microsoft Windows Network Infrastructure.Prerequisite: CET 2792. Lab Fee. (OA)CET 2905SEMINAR IN BIOMEDICAL ELECTRONICSYSTEMS (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.CET 2930C SELECTED TOPICS IN COMPUTER NET-WORKING Lab Fee. (OA) 1-4 cr. hrs.CET 2941INTERNSHIP IN MICROCOMPUTER SYS-TEMS TECHNOLOGY (OA) 3 cr. hrs.CGS <strong>11</strong>00C INTRODUCTION TO MICROCOMPUTERSUSING WINDOWS2-3 cr. hrs.An introduction to the components and uses of microcomputersystems. Basic computing concepts including input, output,processing, secondary storage, operating systems, datacommunications, software applications, and ethical andresponsible computer use will be covered. You will alsogain hands-on experience in word processing, spreadsheet,database, graphics, and software integration using MicrosoftOffice software. (If you have taken CGS 1560C or took CGS<strong>11</strong>60C prior to January 1995, you may take this course forcredit). Lab Fee. (TR)CGS 1555C INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET1 cr. hr.This course introduces you to the use of the Internet as aninformation resource tool. Searching the World Wide Webfor data and information, printing Web pages, and copyinginformation from Internet into other software applications willbe explored. Principles of electronic mail will be covered. Youwill also create simple Web pages using Web design tools.Prerequisite: CGS <strong>11</strong>00C or Instructor’s approval. Offeredon Demand. (OA)CGS 2510C SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS 3 cr. hrs.A study of electronic spreadsheet construction techniques.Topics to be discussed include spreadsheet design; usingthe command structure; making, copying, and moving cellentries; arithmetic operations and formulas; formattingcells; using built-in functions; using lookup tables; linkingspreadsheets; creating graphs; printing output; and designingand implementing macros. Prerequisite: CGS <strong>11</strong>00C orInstructor’s approval. Offered on Highlands Campus fall andspring terms. Lab Fee. (TR)CGS 2540C INTRODUCTION TO DATABASE MANAGE-MENT3 cr. hrs.A study of microcomputer database management systemsand their applications in a business environment. Topics to bediscussed include fundamental concepts of database design,creating, editing, and modifying database files, sorting,indexing, querying, and creating forms and reports withhands-on experience using appropriate database software.Prerequisite: CGS <strong>11</strong>00C or Instructor’s approval. Offeredfall term. Lab Fee. (TR)CGS 2554C DATA COMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORK-ING3 cr. hrs.Basic data communications, networking, and Internetconcepts. You will study management of a local area network,working with electronic mail, searching Internet subsystems,and transferring files over communications lines. Prerequisite:CGS <strong>11</strong>00C or Instructor’s approval. Offered spring term inalternating years. Lab Fee. (TR)CGS 2565C PRINCIPLES OF COMPUTER INFORMA-TION SYSTEMS3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to give you a foundation in computerinformation fundamentals. Computer terminology, basicsystem architecture, processing and storage concepts,152
sfccand data communications, and advanced applications willbe covered. In addition, you will acquire skills in operatingsystems, number systems (including binary, hexadecimal,octal, and decimal), algorithm development, and computerprogramming. Pre- or Corequisite: CGS <strong>11</strong>00C or Instructor’sapproval. This course will be offered online in the spring term.Lab Fee. (TR)CGS 2820 INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to teach you the skills needed todesign, create, modify, and publish Web sites on the Internet.You will gain knowledge of the principles of effective Web sitedesign, learn introductory Web graphics techniques, gainextensive HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) and CSS(Cascading Style Sheet) programming skills, and learn theprinciples of Web site construction/maintenance in AdobeDreamweaver. The course also includes a brief introductionto GIMP and JavaScript for Web site support. Lab Fee. (TR)CHD <strong>11</strong>04 INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOODEDUCATION3 cr. hrs.An overview of the vocation that provides education and carefor young children from birth through age eight. This coursecovers the history, types and guidelines for early childhoodeducational programs. Observational techniques, child growthand development, guidance, and curriculum design specificto early childhood are introduced. Issues and trends in earlychildhood education are investigated. (OA)CHM 1025C INTRODUCTION TO GENERAL CHEMIS-TRY4 cr. hrs.Designed for you, if you have not taken high school chemistryor have an inadequate background for CHM 2045C. Thecourse covers modern chemical theories used to develop anunderstanding of fundamentals of inorganic chemistry and itsapplications. Emphasis is on quantitative relationships usingdimensional analysis to solve problems and includes selectedtopics from organic and biochemistry. This course may not betaken for credit after earning a grade of C or higher in CHM2045C. This course is offered as a classroom course and/or as a TV distant learning course. Prerequisite: One yearof high school algebra or MAT 0024C. Corequisite: CHM1025L. Lab Fee. (TR)CHM 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN CHEMISTRY 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)CHM 2045C GENERAL CHEMISTRY I 4 cr. hrs.Topics include principles of chemistry, atomic and molecularstructure, the periodic system, stoichiometry, bonding,thermochemistry, gas laws, solutions, formulas, andequations. Pre- or Corequisite: MAC <strong>11</strong>05. Corequisite: CHM2045L. Lab Fee. (TR)CHM 2046C GENERAL CHEMISTRY II 4 cr. hrs.A continuation of CHM 2045C which includes kinetics,equilibrium, precipitation reactions, acid-base theory,coordination compounds, redox, nuclear reactions, qualitativeanalysis, and an introduction to organic compounds.Prerequisite: CHM 2045C. Corequisite: CHM 2046L. LabFee. (TR)CHM 2120C INTRODUCTION TO QUANTITATIVE CHEMI-CAL ANALYSIS - See CHM 2124CCHM 2124C INTRODUCTION TO QUANTITATIVE CHEMI-CAL ANALYSIS4 cr. hrs.An introduction to the principles and laboratory techniquesof quantitative chemical analysis, with emphasis on problemsolving. Lecture/discussion with considerable handsonlaboratory experiences. Prerequisite: CHM 2046C.Corequisite: CHM 2120L. Lab Fee. (TR)CHM 2210C ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I 5 cr. hrs.An introduction to the organic compounds of the alkane,alkene, alkyne, alcohol, ether, thiol, sulfide, and halide groups.Emphasis is on nomenclature, structural representation,stereochemistry, physical properties, and common reactions.It provides an understanding of modern instrumentation asapplied to organic chemistry. Prerequisites: CHM 2045C,CHM 2046C. Corequisite: CHM 2210L. Lab Fee. (TR)CHM 2210C HONORS ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I5 cr. hrs.The first of a two-term honors organic chemistry courseemphasizing nomenclature, structural representation,stereochemistry, physical properties, common reactions,and providing an understanding of modern instrumentationused in organic chemistry. Course content parallels OrganicChemistry I with additional requirements for student-ledactive research. Prerequisites: CHM 2045C, CHM 2046C.Corequisite: CHM 2210L. Lab Fee. (TR)CHM 22<strong>11</strong>C ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II 5 cr. hrs.Emphasizes reaction mechanisms, synthesis, functionality,spectroscopy, and chromatography. Prerequisite: CHM2210C. Corequisite: CHM 22<strong>11</strong>L. Lab Fee. (TR)CHM 22<strong>11</strong>C HONORS ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II5 cr. hrs.The second part of a two-term honors organic chemistrycourse emphasizing reaction mechanisms, synthesis,functionality, spectroscopy, and chromatography. Coursecontent parallels Organic Chemistry II with additionalrequirements for student-led active research. Prerequisite:CHM 2210C. Corequisite: CHM 22<strong>11</strong>L. Lab Fee. (TR)CHM 2932 honors SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY1-4 cr. hrs.Each topic is a course in directed study under the supervisionof a faculty member. This course may be repeated and offeredas an honors course. (TR)CHM 2936SELECTED TOPICS IN INTRODUCTIONTO QUANTITATIVE CHEMICAL ANALYSIS(TR)1-4 cr. hrs.153
sfccCHM 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN CHEMISTRY 1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)CIS 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGNMENTIN COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)CIS 2321C SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN3 cr. hrs.This course covers the System Development Life Cycle(SDLC) in detail. You will learn to apply modern and traditionalengineering techniques required to successfully plan,design, develop, implement and maintain major automatedinformation management systems. Systems Analysis topicscovered include requirements definition, data and processmodeling, feasibility analysis, cost and schedule estimation,and proposal development. System Design topics coveredinclude both structured and object oriented design, databasedesign, preliminary and detailed design, and design reviews.Topics in project management will also be discussed. Pre- orCorequisite: CGS 2565C or Instructor’s approval. Offeredspring term in alternating years. Lab Fee. (TR)CIS 2930 SELECTED TOPICS IN COMPUTER SCI-ENCE (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.CIS 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN COMPUTER INFORMATION SYS-TEMS1-4 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)CJC 1000 INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS3 cr. hrs.An examination of the enforcement, administration of justice,probation, prisons, correctional institutions, and parole. (OA)CJC 2002 CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR 3 cr. hrs.Historical, theoretical, and philosophical explanation of criminalbehavior; the function and objective of parole and probation;the judicial system and its relationship to the offender; andmodern approaches in the prevention and correction of crimes.Case studies in the development of criminal patterns fromchildhood to adulthood are presented. (OA)CJC 2162 PROBATION, PARDON, AND PAROLE3 cr. hrs.A study of probation as a judicial process and parole asan executive function in community-based correctionalprograms. (OA)CJC 2300 ADMINISTRATION OF CORRECTIONAL IN-STITUTIONS3 cr. hrs.Principles of administration in the correctional settingincluding fiscal responsibility, recruitment, development ofstaff, administrative decision making, public relations, andother correctional administrative functions. (OA)CJC 2400 INTERVIEWING AND INTERROGATION3 cr. hrs.The basic theories and techniques of interviewing andinterrogation. It includes the developmental stages of therelationship between the suspect and the criminal justiceofficer, the establishment of techniques leading to betterrapport, and basic interview techniques with emphasis ontotal communication. (OA)CJD 0939 CORRECTIONAL OFFICER EXAM RE-VIEW 40 con. hrs. 1.3 occ. crs.This course will provide you with valuable test taking skillsand course review in preparation for the state of <strong>Florida</strong> CorrectionalOfficer Certification Examination.CJE 1000 INTRODUCTION TO LAW ENFORCEMENT3 cr. hrs.A study of the philosophical and historical backgrounds oflaw enforcement; the purpose, organization, and functionof law enforcement and similar agencies involved in theadministration of criminal justice in the United <strong>State</strong>s; andorientation to careers in law enforcement. (OA)CJE 2300 POLICE ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANI-ZATION3 cr. hrs.The principles of law enforcement organization, administration,and supporting services as applied to staff functions;personnel recruiting, training, and promotion; planningand research along with inspection and control and policyformation study; and communication, records, and activitiesof other supportive services. (OA)CJE 2452 CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND COMMUNITY RE-LATIONS3 cr. hrs.An orientation to the concepts of criminal justice andcommunity relations relating particularly to law enforcementresponsibilities in the areas of social protest, minority groups,and youth. (OA)CJE 2500 POLICE OPERATIONS 3 cr. hrs.Principles of organization and administration as applied tooperational services includes patrol, criminal investigation,intelligence and vice units, as well as juvenile units, trafficadministration, and other services. (OA)CJE 2600 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS 3 cr. hrs.A study of the fundamentals, principles, concepts, theory, andhistory of investigation. It covers methods of investigation,case preparation, and problems in criminal investigation.Investigative techniques of specific crimes including juvenileoffenses are emphasized. (OA)CJE 2640 mODERN CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION3 cr. hrs.Basic techniques of collection, identification, preservation,and transportation of physical evidence within the resources154
sfccof the investigator or crime technician including advancedcriminalistics to familiarize you with the capabilities andlimitations of the advanced police science laboratory. (OA)CJJ 1001 JUVENILE JUSTICE 3 cr. hrs.A survey of the nature and extent of crime and delinquencytogether with the major approaches to causation,apprehension, control, and treatment. (OA)CJK 0007 INTRODUCTION to LAW Enforcement<strong>11</strong> con. hrs. .4 occ. cr.This course introduces you to the law enforcement academyprogram, criminal justice system in <strong>Florida</strong>, criminal justicevalues and ethics, and the criminal justice organizationalstructure. Lab Fee. (OC)CJK 0008 legal 69 con. hrs. 2.3 occ. crs.This course introduces you to the criminal justice system in<strong>Florida</strong>, Constitutional law, Elements of various crimes, andthe legal application of the enforcement of the laws. (OC)CJK 00<strong>11</strong> HUMAN ISSUES40 con. hrs. 1.3 occ. crs.This course introduces you to the law enforcement officer’sinteraction with citizens who may be in a crisis situations orsuffering from various mental or physical impairments. (OC)CJK 0017 COMMUNICATIONS76 con. hrs. 2.5 occ. crs.This course introduces you to basic communication theoryand techniques including how communication is affected bybehavior, responses, barriers and emotional triggers, andthe proper documentation of an incident in a report. (OC)CJK 0020 VEHICLE OPERATIONS48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.Includes the components of the police driving under normaland emergency conditions during daylight and nightconditions. Involves both lecture and practical exercises andtesting on the driving range. (OC)CJK 0031 FIRST AID FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE Officers40 con. hrs. 1.3 occ. crs.This course presents the techniques needed in emergencymedical situations and provides an orientation to the majortypes of communicable diseases, signs and symptoms, andtransmissions methods. Also, the symptoms of food-borneillnesses and general guidelines for health observations areincluded. (OC)CJK 0040 FIREARMS 80 con. hrs. 2.7 occ. crs.This course includes instruction in the use of officer firearmsincluding handguns, rifles, and shotguns. Safety proceduresweapon nomenclature, and ammunition are covered inlecture. Practical exercises and proficiency testing areincluded. (OC)CJK 0051 DEFENSIVE TACTICS80 con. hrs. 2.7 occ. crs.This course includes the techniques used for an officer’spersonal safety and those necessary to subdue, search, andthen transport resisting individuals. The use of restrainingdevices, impact weapons, and pressure points are covered.Instruction includes the use of chemical agents with practicalexercises included. (OC)CJK 0061 PATROL I 58 con. hrs. 1.9 occ. crs.This course is the first course in a sequence of instruction andaddresses the skills and techniques that are needed by officersdaily to do patrol tactics and respond to various types of calls.Methods of approach to various high-risk situations are exploredwith practical exercises included. (OC)CJK 0062 Patrol II 40 con. hrs. 1.3 occ. crs.This course is the second course in a sequence of instructionand addresses the skills and techniques that are needed byofficers daily to do patrol tactics and respond to various typesof calls. Methods of approach to various high-risk situations areexplored with practical exercises included. (OC)CJK 0071 Criminal INVESTIGATIONS56 con. hrs. 1.9 occ. crs.This course will introduce you to the basic investigativetechniques involving various offenses and victims. It focuseson the elements of various crimes, locating and interviewingwitnesses, and the presentation of information in thecourtroom, or depositions. (OC)CJK 0076 Crime scene Investigations24 con. hrs. .8 occ. cr.This course will introduce you to the basic skills necessaryto locate, protect, process, photograph and collect evidenceat a crime scene. (OC)CJK 0082 TRAFFIC STOPS 24 con. hrs. .8 occ. crs.This course addresses the skills and techniques used whenmaking an unknown traffic stop, performing search andinventory of a vehicle, and performing high risk traffic stops.(OC)CJK 0083 DUI TRAFFIC Stops24 con. hrs. .8 occ. crs.This course addresses the skills and techniques used whenmaking a suspected traffic stop for DUI, including observation,contact, field sobriety tests, arrest, and various tests todetermine breath/blood alcohol levels. (OC)CJK 0086 TRAFFIC CRASH INVESTIGATIONS32 con. hrs. 1.1 occ. crs.This course addresses the skills and techniques usedwhen investigating traffic crashes including determining thedamage to roadway and vehicles, applying proper safetyprocedures, determine causes and appropriate violations oftraffic statutes. (OC)CJK 0090TACTICAL APPLICATIONS - Deleted155
sfccCJK 0095 CRIMINAL JUSTICE SPECIAL TOPICS -DeletedCJK 0096 physical fitness training60 con. hrs. 2.0 occ. crs.This course will introduce you to the basic concepts ofwellness, and exercise with a goal of improving overall healthand fitness. You will be tested in five specific areas of 1.5mile run, 300 meter burst of energy, sit-ups, push-ups, andvertical jump. (OC)CJK 0100 INTERPERSONAL SKILLS I62 con. hrs. 2.1 occ. crs.Interpersonal skills with topics such as human behavior/humanneeds; ethnic and cultural groups; mentally ill, retarded, orphysically disabled inmates; orientation to crisis intervention;and stress recognition and reduction. (OC)CJK 0101 INTERPERSONAL SKILLS II50 con. hrs. 1.7 occ. crs.Course includes an examination of inmate populations andtechniques to supervise inmates. The focus is on inmatesocieties, criminal types, and institutional criminalities. (OC)CJK 0102 CORRECTIONAL OPERATIONS64 con. hrs. 2.1 occ. crs.Investigates the daily operations within the confines of thecorrectional facility including inmate intake, classification,safety release, accountability, movements/transfers,confinement, health care, and feeding. (OC)CJK 0212 LAW ENFORCEMENT HIGH LIABILITYWEAPONS (CROSSOVER)8 con. hrs. .3 occ. cr.This course includes instruction and proficiency testing in theuse of a firearm during nighttime hours. (OC)CJK 0221 INTRODUCTION AND LEGAL47 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.This course consists of three units of study that introducesyou to the law enforcement academy program, criminal justicesystem, constitutional law, and criminal justice values andethics. Lab Fee. (OC)CJK 0222 COMMUNICATIONS (CROSSOVER)56 con. hrs. 1.9 occ. crs.This course introduces you to the law enforcementcommunications, gathering information through observationand basic interviews, and documentation through properreport writing methods and techniques. (OC)CJK 0223 HUMAN ISSUES (CROSSOVER)32 con. hrs. 1.1 occ. crs.This course introduces you to the law enforcement human issuesincluding the proper response, recognition, responsibilitiesand proper intervention techniques to disabilities, the elderly,juveniles, and substance abuse. (OC)CJK 0230 CORRECTIONAL PROBATION LEGAL ANDCOMMUNICATIONS 18 con. hrs. .6 occ. cr.This course provides you, if you are a certified correctionalofficer with the laws, rules, structure, and components ofthe <strong>Florida</strong> Criminal Justice System along and interpersonalcommunication techniques with specific focus on the scopeof responsibility of a correctional probation officer. Objectivesaddressed include those established by the <strong>Florida</strong> Departmentof Law Enforcement Criminal Justice Standards and TrainingCommission. Lab Fee. (OC)CJK 0231 CORRECTIONAL PROBATION SUPERVI-SION 57 con. hrs. 1.9 occ. crs.This course provides an overview of the primary responsibilitiesof a correctional probation officer. Focus is placed on thesupervisory role of the officer in relation to those beingsupervised as well as the necessary skills of perception andrecognition. Objectives addressed include those establishedby the <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Law Enforcement CriminalJustice Standards and Training Commission. (OC)CJK 0232 CORRECTIONAL PROBATION INVESTI-GATIONS 30 con. hrs. 1.0 occ. cr.This course provides an overview of the basic investigationtechniques of a correctional probation officer. Focus is placedon investigative procedures, interviewing skills, observationand surveillance, report writing and evidence handling.Objectives addressed include those established by the<strong>Florida</strong> Department of Law Enforcement Criminal JusticeStandards and Training Commission. (OC)CJK 0240 LAW ENFORCEMENT AUXILIARY INTRO-DUCTION 27 con. hrs. .9 occ. crs.This is an introductory course in police auxiliary trainingdesigned for you, if you are employed or appointed by a lawenforcement agency less than full-time and will give you ageneral understanding of the various aspects of the dutiesof the law enforcement officer. Lab Fee. (OC)CJK 0241 LAW ENFORCEMENT AUXILIARY PATROLAND TRAFFIC 19 con. hrs. .6 occ. crs.This course addresses the skills and techniques that areneeded by auxiliary officers to do patrol tactics and respondto various types of calls. Course also introduces methods ofapproach to various high-risk situations, and hazards andtechniques involving traffic related incidents. (OC)CJK 0242 LAW ENFORCEMENT AUXILIARY INVESTI-GATIONS 17 con. hrs. .57 occ. crs.This course introduces you to the methods and techniques ofcrime scene and criminal investigations. (OC)CJK 0270 CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEGAL I46 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.Includes the introductory phase of the legal requirement forcertification eligibility by the Commission on Criminal JusticeStandards and Training. (OC)CJK 0271CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEGAL II - See CJK0285156
sfccCJK 0272CRIMINAL JUSTICE COMMUNICATIONS-See CJK 0286CJK 0273 CORRECTIONAL PROBATION CASELOADMANAGEMENT 40 con. hrs. 1.3 occ. crs.This course provides an overview of caseload management.You will define organization and explain the differentorganizational techniques that contribute to a well-balancedworking environment. Objectives addressed include thoseestablished by the <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Law EnforcementCriminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. (OC)CJK 0276 CORRECTIONAL PROBATION MANAGE-MENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS27 con. hrs. .9 occ. cr.This course provides an overview of the information systemsavailable to you as a correctional probation officer. You willidentify the basic features of the Offender-Based InformationSystem (OBIS) and the various types of reports generated bythe OBIS. Objectives addressed include those established bythe <strong>Florida</strong> Department of Law Enforcement Criminal JusticeStandards and Training Commission. (OC)CJK 0280 Physical fitness training (CO)40 con. hrs. 1.3 occ. crs.This course will introduce you to the basic concepts ofwellness, and exercise with a goal of improving overall healthand fitness. You will be tested in five specific areas of 1.5mile run, 300 meter burst of energy, sit-ups, push-ups, andvertical jump. (OC)CJK 0285 CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEGAL II22 con. hrs. 0.7 occ. cr.Instruction in this academy module constitutes a morecomplex, advanced legal examination. Course content includesconstitutional law and evidence rules and concepts. (OC)CJK 0286 CRIMINAL JUSTICE COMMUNICATIONS42 con. hrs. 1.4 occ. crs.Introduces you to the principles and rules of proper notetaking,taking statements, report writing, and familiarizationwith communications equipment, radio codes, telephoneprocedures, and interpersonal skills. Lab Fee. (OC)CJK 0422 Dart-Firing Stun Gun Use8 con. hrs. .3 occ. cr.This course will introduce you to the basics of both the stungun and the dart-firing stun gun and give you fundamentalknowledge on the emerging tool of criminal justice officers. (OC)CJK 0480 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS26 con. hrs. 0.9 occ. cr.Covers skills needed for riot and disturbance control andfire fighting. Content includes methods of riot prevention,handling of unusual occurrences, hostage and emergencyprocedures. (OC)CJL <strong>11</strong>01 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW 3 cr. hrs.A detailed study of <strong>Florida</strong> law including an in-depthexamination of both the statutory and case law currently ineffect in <strong>Florida</strong>. (OA)CJL 2100 CRIMINAL LAW 3 cr. hrs.This course covers the scope, purpose, and principlesof criminal law; the role of the Supreme Court, <strong>Florida</strong>Courts, state statutes, and concepts of constitutional law;an analysis of criminal acts against persons and property;the classification of crimes; and an examination of selectedspecific criminal offenses. (OA)CJL 2130 CRIMINAL EVIDENCE AND PROCEDURE3 cr. hrs.A study and evaluation of evidence and proof, rules ofevidence and important procedures at the operational levelin law enforcement, and the procedures of courts in criminalcases. (OA)CLP 2140 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY 3 cr. hrs.This course surveys the field of abnormal psychology. Itfocuses on psychological abnormality with reference tosymptom patterns, causation and treatment approaches.Prerequisite: PSY 2012. (TR)CLP 2140 HONORS ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY3 cr. hrs.Within the context of defining psychological abnormalitywith reference to the symptom patterns, causation, andtreatment approaches. You will be challenged to developcreative projects or research presentations. Prerequisite:PSY 2012. (TR)COE 1949 CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE I 1-3 cr. hrs.Available in most disciplines. Prerequisite: Completionof 12 credit hours of coursework, a minimum GPA of 2.0,satisfaction of employer work requirements and approvalby the co-op director/faculty advisor. First work experience(paid or non-paid) in the Cooperative Education Program, isa hands-on learning activity directly related to your academicmajor and career objective. Grade determined by Co-opOffice/Faculty advisor. (TR)COE 2949 CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE II 1-3 cr. hrs.Available in most disciplines. Prerequisite: Successfulcompletion of COE 1949 - Co-op Work Experience I,a minimum GPA of 2.0, satisfaction of employer workrequirements and approval by the co-op director/facultyadvisor. Second work experience (paid or non-paid) asa continuation COE 1949 Co-op Work Experience I, or achange in learning assignment with approval by the Co-opOffice. (TR)COP 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN COMPUTER PROGRAMMING1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)157
sfccCOP 2170C PRINCIPLES OF COMPUTER PROGRAM-MING3 cr. hrs.The course stresses proper programming methodology,problem solving, structured programming techniques, codeimplementation, debugging, and testing. Essential aspectsof programming are covered, including the construction andmanipulation of applications, controls, forms, code (includingdecisions, looping, and file access), and formatting. BasicInternet programming techniques will also be covered. Youwill gain extensive hands-on programming experience usingappropriate computer language will be used. Corequisite: CGS<strong>11</strong>00C. Offered fall term. Lab Fee. (TR)COP 2171C ADVANCED PROGRAMMING TECHNIQUES3 cr. hrs.This course covers the implementation of advancedprogramming techniques with an emphasis on the integrationof programming with existing computing applications. Writingprograms to customize and integrate word processing,spreadsheet, and database applications will be stressed, aswell as using programming techniques for object linking andembedding, and macro development. Previous experiencewith full-featured, Windows-based word processing,database, or spreadsheet is recommended. You will havethe opportunity to design, create, and maintain severaladvanced programming projects using an appropriatecomputer programming language. Prerequisite: COP 2170Cor Instructor’s approval. Offered on Highlands Campus springterm. Lab Fee. (TR)COP 2224 INTRODUCTION TO C++ PROGRAMMING3 cr. hrs.This course is an introduction to programming using the C++programming language. You will design, code, input, run anddebug basic programs in the C++ programming language.Variables, data types, arithmetic operations, conditionaloperations, basic input/output, functions, looping, and fileaccess will be covered. In addition, you will gain an overviewof the history of computing, basic computer organization,numbering systems, and the program development cycle.Prerequisite: CGS <strong>11</strong>00C. Offered fall term. Lab Fee. (TR)COP 2228 ADVANCED C++ PROGRAMMING3 cr. hrs.A continuation of Introductory C++ Programming. ObjectOriented Programming (OOP) concepts will be emphasized,specifically the use of classes and objects. Declarationand implementation of classes, constructors, destructors,data objects, and methods will be discussed. Abstraction,inheritance, and dynamic binding concepts will be presented.Database management through the use of advanced datastructures including arrays, pointers, linked lists, stacks,queues, and trees will be covered. Sorting, searching, andrecursion mechanisms will also be analyzed. Prerequisite:Successful completion of COP 2224 or Instructor’s approval.Offered spring term. Lab Fee. (TR)COP 2250 JAVA PROGRAMMING 3 cr. hrs.This course will cover the principles of object-orientedprogramming using the Java programming language. Javadata types, input/output, control structures, methods andobjects will be addressed. You will also learn basic fileaccess principles as well as how to apply Java in webbasedenvironments. You should have previously acquiredprogramming skills in another computer language beforetaking Java. Since the course will be available online,you should also have extensive Internet and computingskills, as well as the ability to work well independently. Thiscourse satisfies the degree requirements for an advancedprogramming class. Prerequisites: COP 2170C, COP 2224,other computer programming language course, or Instructor’sapproval. Offered fall term only. Lab Fee. (TR)COP 2810 PROGRAMMING FOR THE INTERNET3 cr. hrs.This course introduces you to both the client-side andserver-side of Web programming. You will gain extensiveskills in JavaScript to enable client-side calculations, datavalidation, and page/form enhancement. The PHP (HypertextPreProcessor) programming language for server-sideprogramming will also be introduced. PHP will be utilized tomanipulate form data, perform calculations, create and readdata files, and interact with SQL database structures. Youshould have basic skills in HTML and Web page design priorto taking this course. Prerequisite: CGS <strong>11</strong>00C or Instructor’sapproval. Lab Fee. (TR)COP 2930SELECTED TOPICS IN COMPUTER PRO-GRAMMING (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.COP 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN COMPUTER PROGRAMMING1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)COS 0080 COSMETOLOGY I480 con. hrs. 16 occ. crs.Preparation, care, waving, and treating of hair. Physiologyand applied chemistry are covered as well as the variedservices performed in a beauty salon. Competency isachieved in facials, hair shaping, scalp treatment and hairconditioning, hair lightening and color, shampoos, hair styling,chemical permanent waving and/or chemical hair relaxing,wig care, and manicuring. Lab Fee. (OC)COS 0081 COSMETOLOGY II480 con. hrs. 16 occ. crs.A continuation of training in practical skills as well asphysiology and applied chemistry involved in chemicaltreatments to the hair. Prerequisite: COS 0080. (OC)COS 0082 COSMETOLOGY III300 con. hrs. 10 occ. crs.Theory and practical study of trichoanalysis and chromatologyas well as continuation of other related skills. Prerequisites:COS 0080 and COS 0081. (OC)COS 0930SPECIAL TOPICS IN COSMETOLOGY (oa)30-240 con. hrs. 1-8 occ. crs.158
sfccCPO 2001 COMPARATIVE POLITICS 3 cr. hrs.The course is a comparative analysis of the domestic andsocial systems of several major European nations, Japan,and several Third World Nations. Research projects, analysisand discussion of contemporary issues and comparisons tothe American system will be emphasized. (TR)CPO 2001 HONORS COMPARATIVE POLITICS3 cr. hrs.Honors Comparative Politics is a comparative analysis of thepolitical domestic and social systems of countries representingboth the developed and developing world. Research projects,analysis and discussion of contemporary issues, andcomparisons with the American system will be emphasized.(TR) (DV)CRW 2001 CREATIVE WRITING 3 cr. hrs.Techniques of description and narration. Emphasis is placedupon personal essay, short stories, and poetry. (TR)CRW 2001 HONORS CREATIVE WRITING 3 cr. hrs.You will write fiction, poetry, and drama in a cooperativeclassroom where you will read and critique each others’ workand have your own work critiqued in return. Prerequisite:Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a grade of C orbetter. Usually offered fall term. (TR)CSP 0013 NAIL SPECIALTY260 con. hrs. 8.7 occ. crs.Nail specialty covers structure and diseases of nail as wellas all aspects of nail services including manicure, pedicure,and all extensions services. Lab Fee. (OC)CSP 0260 SKIN CARE SPECIALTY300 con. hrs. 10 occ. crs.The course contents includes communication, leadership,human relations and employability skills, safe and efficientwork practices, <strong>Florida</strong> Cosmetology law and rules,acquisition of knowledge of the facial specialist and relatedchemistry, bacteriology, anatomy and physiology art ofmake-up, development of skill in performing the manipulative,and electrical techniques required in the practice of facialsspecialist occupations. Lab Fee. (OC)cts 0061 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL DESIGN TECH-NIQUES 45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.This course prepares you to design and manage digitaldocuments (both print and Web-based) including layouts,photographs, and illustrations, in the business andorganizational workplace. You will develop skills with thefoundational concepts of typography, color, layout, tables,charts and graphs, graphic illustration, photographiccorrection, and text/graphic management. You will developskills in the use of Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, AdobeIllustrator, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Publisher.Offered at the Highlands Campus. Lab Fee. (OC)CTS 2106 FUNDAMENTALS OF UNIX 3 cr. hrs.This course is the first of two UNIX courses designed toprepare you for entry-level operation of the world’s leadingoperating systems for Internet Web sites. This course,combined with our offered A+ Certification preparationcourses, Part I and Part II to lead to the successful preparationfor CompTIA’s Linux+ certification. You will learn how toinstall, setup, and maintain Sun Microsystem’s Solaris (UNIX)Operating System. You will also learn to use a wide variety ofbuilt-in utility and application programs. This course is taughtusing the same sophisticated and proven curriculum engineas the Cisco Networking Academy’s CCNA certificationpreparation program. After completing this course, you will bewell on your way to taking and passing Sun’s Certified SystemAdministrator Certification Exam. Offered on HighlandsCampus spring term. Lab Fee. (TR)CTS 2207PRESENTATIONS WITH POWERPOINT- Deletedcts 2210 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL GRAPHICS3 cr. hrs.This course provides you with the skills needed to createeffective digital documents incorporating layouts, photographs,and illustrations in the business and organizationalenvironment. You will be introduced to fundamental, toolorientedprinciples of typography, color, layout, tables, chartsand graphs, graphic illustration, photographic correction, andtext/graphic integration. You will become proficient in the useof industry standard digital design applications. Offered at theHighlands Campus. Lab Fee. (TR)DDEA 0025 PRECLINICAL ORIENTATION I40 con. hrs. 1.34 occ. crs.This course introduces you to the practice of dental assisting.Psychology and communication, microbiology, dental handinstruments, dental hand pieces, and accessories, medicallyand physically compromised patients, oral diagnosis andtreatment planning, anesthesia and pain control, restorativedentistry, matrix systems for restorative dentistry, fixed andremovable prosthodontics will be discussed. Prerequisite:Program admission. Corequisite: DEA 0025L. (OC)DEA 0025L PRECLINICAL ORIENTATION I LAB30 con. hrs. 1 occ. cr.Preclinical Orientation I Lab provides you with the principles andapplication of dental assistant procedures. Laboratory topicsacquaint you with the scope of the dental assistant professionand provide you with a perspective of your role as an integralpart of the dental team. This course introduces you to thepractice of dental assisting. Psychology and communication,microbiology, dental hand instruments, dental hand pieces,and accessories, medically and physically compromisedpatients, oral diagnosis and treatment planning, anesthesiaand pain control, restorative dentistry, matrix systems forrestorative dentistry, fixed and removable prosthodontics willbe discussed. Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite:DEA 0025. Lab Fee. (OC)159
sfccDEA 0026 PRECLINICAL ORIENTATION II40 con. hrs. 1.34 occ. crs.This course introduces you to the practice of dental assisting,psychology and communication, microbiology, dental handinstruments, dental handpieces and accessories, medicallyand physically compromised patients, oral diagnostic andtreatment planning, anesthesia and pain control, restorativedentistry, matrix system for restorative dentistry, fixedprosthodontics, and removable prosthodontics. Prerequisite:DEA 0025. Corequisite: DEA 0026L. (OC)DEA 0026L PRECLINICAL ORIENTATION II LAB30 con. hrs. 1 occ. cr.This course introduces you to the practice of dental assisting.You will actively participate in scheduled dental procedures,psychology and communication, microbiology, dental handinstruments, dental handpieces and accessories, medicallyand physically compromised patients, oral diagnosis andtreatment planning, anesthesia and pain control, restorativedentistry, matrix systems for restorative dentistry, fixedprosthodontics, and removable prosthodontics will beincluded. Prerequisite: DEA 0025L. Corequisite: DEA 0026.Lab Fee. (OC)DEA 0130 Allied Dental Theory64 con. hrs. 2.14 occ. crs.This course is the study of those scientific areas related tothe field of dentistry; nutrition, pharmacology, pathology,human anatomy and physiology, and embryology/histology.Prerequisite: DES 0844. Corequisite: DEA 0800. (OC)DEA 0800 Clinical Practice I32 con. hrs. 1.1 occ. crs.Clinical Practice I is a continuation of Preclinical OrientationI. Endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, dentalimplants, periodontics, and pediatric dentistry are included.Prerequisite: DEA 0025. Corequisite: DEA 0800L. (OC)DEA 0800L CLINICAL PRACTICE I LAB216 con. hrs. 7.2 occ. crs.This course is a continuation of DEA 0025L and is designedto continue to comprehensively prepare you as a dentalassistant through an internship program in a private dentalpractice and college dental facility. You will have additionalresponsibilities in the area of restorative and cosmeticdentistry, fixed and removable prosthodontics, radiographyrequirements, infection control, team leadership, receptionistresponsibilities, patient management and expandedfunctions. Additional topics include: endodontics, oral andmaxillofacial surgery, dental implants, periodontics, andpediatric dentistry. Prerequisite: DEA 0025L. Corequisite:DEA 0800. Lab Fee. (OC)DEA 0801 Clinical Practice II24 con. hrs. .8 occ. crs.This course is a continuation of DEA 0800 and is designed toprovide you with an opportunity to discuss clinical proceduresand experiences received in clinical assignments in order tocomprehensively prepare you as a dental assistant. Prerequisite:DEA 0800. Corequisite: DEA 0801L. (OC)DEA 0801L CLINICAL PRACTICE II LAB246 con. hrs. 8.2 occ. crs.This course is a continuation of DEA 0800L and is designed tocontinue to comprehensively prepare you as a dental assistantthrough an internship program in a private dental practice.Prerequisite: DEA 0800L. Corequisite: DEA 0801. (OC)DEA 0931 ORTHODONTICS FOR DENTAL AUXILIARY32 con. hrs. 1.1 occ. crs.This course includes instruction on the history of orthodontics,malocclusion, orthodontic vocabulary, photographs, bracketslot, wires, tooth movement, and all phases of bondingwires, headgear, and retainer finishing. This courseincludes taking the state Expanded Functions OrthodonticsExamination. This course is required for completion ofthe Dental Assistant Program. Prerequisite: DES 0830.Corequisite: DES 0831L. (OC)DEH 1002 INTRODUCTION TO DENTAL HYGIENE2 cr. hrs.Introduction to Dental Hygiene introduces you to the theoryand practical skills necessary for basic instrumentation.Course includes professionalism and ethics, communicationskills, asepsis and maintenance of hand instrumentsand hand pieces, patient assessment, oral prophylacticprocedures, and dental charting. Prerequisite: Programadmission. Corequisite: DEH 1002L. (OA)DEH 1002L DENTAL HYGIENE PRE-CLINIC 2 cr. hrs.Dental Hygiene Pre-Clinic introduces you to the theory andpractical lab skills necessary for basic instrumentation. Pre-Clinical sessions include demonstrations in proficiency suchas utilizing dental hygiene instruments and dental charting.Additional topics include maintenance of hand instrumentsand hand pieces, patient assessment, oral prophylacticprocedures, and dental charting. Prerequisite: Programadmission. Corequisite: DEH 1002. Fee. (OA)DEH <strong>11</strong>30 ORAL EMBRYOLOGY AND HISTOLOGY3 cr. hrs.Oral embryology and histology is a comprehensive studyof the embryonic, fetal, and postnatal development, andmicroanatomy of the cells and tissues that comprise the head,neck, and oral cavity. Lecture topics include developmentand histology of the structures of the head, neck, and oralcavity; development and histology of teeth; development andhistology of the tooth supporting structures; and developmentand histology of orofacial structures. Laboratory experiencewill focus on examination and identification of microscopictissue samples. Prerequisite: DES 1200. Corequisites: DES<strong>11</strong>00C. (OA)DEH 1600 MEDICAL EMERGENCIES 2 cr. hrs.Medical Emergencies deals with the need to recognizethe total health status of the dental patient, as well as thedesirability of anticipating and preventing the development ofemergency situations in the dental office. Once an emergencyoccurs, the dental auxiliary must be able to recognizeand assist with the management of such emergencies.160
sfccThe relationship of health and medical histories will beemphasized in the context of preventing emergencies fromoccurring but in the event of an emergency, being able torecognize and assist with emergency care of dental patients.Prerequisite: DEH 1002. Lab Fee. (OA)DEH 1800 DENTAL HYGIENE THEORY I 2 cr. hrs.Dental Hygiene Theory I is the first term for direct patientcare. You will apply the principles and perform activities forthe prevention of oral disease, including data collection,prophylaxis, application of preventive agents, and oral homecare instructions. Prerequisite: DEH 1002. Corequisite: DEH1800L. (OA)DEH 1800L DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC I 3 cr. hrs.Dental Hygiene Clinic I is the first term for direct patient care.You will apply the clinical activities for the prevention of oraldisease, including data collection, prophylaxis, applicationof preventive agents, and oral home care instructions.You will be required to successfully complete a number ofprocedures. Prerequisite: DEH 1002L. Corequisite: DEH1800. Lab Fee. (OA)DEH 1802 DENTAL HYGIENE THEORY II 2 cr. hrs.Dental Hygiene Theory II is a continuation of DEH 1800.You will apply the principles for the prevention of oraldisease, including patient assessment, treatment planning,scaling, debridement, root planting, application of preventiveagents, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents, treatment ofhypersensitivity, and oral home care instructions. Additionaltopics include instrument sharpening, pulp vitality testing,special needs patients, nutritional counseling, ultrasonics,and air polishing. Prerequisite: DEH 1800. Corequisite: DEH1802L. (OA)DEH 1802L DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC II 3 cr. hrs.Dental Hygiene Clinic II is a continuation of DEH 1800L.You will apply the clinical activities for the prevention of oraldisease, including patient assessment, treatment planning,scaling, debridement, root planting, application of preventiveagents, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents, treatment ofhypersensitivity, and oral home care instructions. Additionalclinical topics include instrument sharpening, pulp vitalitytesting, special needs patients, nutritional counseling,ultrasonics, and air polishing. You will be required tosuccessfully complete a number of procedures. Prerequisite:DEH 1800L. Corequisite: DEH 1802. Lab Fee. (OA)DEH 2300 Pharmacology AND PAIN CONTROL3 cr. hrs.Pharmacology and Pain Control introduces principlesof basic pharmacology as they pertain to the practice ofdentistry and dental hygiene. It emphasizes actions andreactions of medications commonly used in the dental officeor taken by dental patients. Topics include terminology,pharmaceutical references, prescriptions and abbreviations,pharmacokinetics, drugs used in dentistry and theirpharmacokinetics, drugs that may alter dental treatment andtheir pharmacokinetics, drugs used in dental emergencies,drug abuse, and nitrous oxide monitoring. Prerequisite: DEH1802. Corequisite: DEH 2804. Lab Fee. (OA)DEH 2400 General and Oral Pathology3 cr. hrs.General and oral pathology presents the principles of generalpathology in relation to diseases of the teeth, soft tissue, andsupporting structures of the oral cavity, as well as generalpathologic conditions affecting the head and neck. Topicsinclude terminology and diagnostic procedures, variants ofnormal conditions, benign conditions of unknown cause,inflammation and repair, caries and pulpal pathology, immuneresponse, oral diseases with immunological pathogenesis,autoimmune diseases, infectious diseases, embryology of thehead and neck, developmental disorders of the soft tissuesand teeth, developmental cysts, neoplasia, odontogenictumors, other tumors of oral structures, genetics, geneticsyndromes and diseases of the head and neck, generalpathologic conditions affecting the oral structures, TMJdisorders, and dental implants. Prerequisite: DEH 1800.Corequisite: DEH 1802. (OA)DEH 2602 PERIODONTOLOGY 2 cr. hrs.This course provides information on the principles ofperiodontology pertinent to dental hygiene practice. Topicsinclude tissues of the periodontium, epidemiology ofperiodontal diseases, classification of periodontal diseases,disease prevention, disease treatment and management,drug therapy, immunology and host defense mechanisms,microorganisms associated with periodontology, surgicaland nonsurgical treatment, implantology and maintenance,and periodontal/endodontic emergencies. Prerequisite: DEH1802. Corequisite: DEH 2300. (OA)DEH 2702 COMMUNITY DENTAL HEALTH 2 cr. hrs.Community Dental Health provides you with a broadunderstanding of the health care system, an objective view ofthe significant social, political, psychological, and economicforces directing the system, and prepares you to promote oralhealth and prevent oral disease in a community by meetingspecific dental health needs of community groups. Topicsinclude epidemiology, community dental care assessment,community dental care provision, preventative counseling forgroups, group oral health education, sociological conceptsrelated to dentistry, biostatistics, terminology, dental caresystems, and concepts of dental research. Prerequisite: DEH2602. Corequisite: DEH 2702L. (OA)DEH 2702L COMMUNITY DENTAL HEALTH LABORA-TORY1 cr. hr.Community Dental Health Lab provides you with a broadunderstanding of the health care system, an objective view ofthe significant social, political, psychological, and economicforces directing the system, and prepares you to promoteoral health and prevent oral disease in a community bymeeting specific dental health needs of community groups.Topics learned in lecture during the fall term (epidemiology,community dental care assessment, community dental careprovision, preventative counseling for groups, group oralhealth education, sociological concepts related to dentistry,161
sfccbiostatistics, terminology, dental care systems, and conceptsof dental research. Prerequisite: DEH 2602. Corequisite:DEH 2702. (OA)DEH 2710 NUTRITIONAL AND DENTAL HEALTH2 cr. hrs.This course presents the biochemical aspects of nutrition andan overview of organic chemistry as applied to the practice ofdentistry. Included are basic principles of nutrition; nutritionaland biochemical aspects of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids,DNA and RNA; nutritional and biochemical aspects ofvitamins and minerals; nutritional and biochemical aspectsof water; nutrients in foods and their utilization by the body;nutritional counseling; and the control of nutritional disordersin the oral cavity. Prerequisite: DEH 1802. Corequisite: DEH2300. (OA)DEH 2804 DENTAL HYGIENE THEORY III 2 cr. hrs.Dental Hygiene Theory III is a continuation of DEH 1802. Youwill apply the principles and demonstrate improved patientcare skills for the prevention of oral disease, including patientassessment, treatment planning, scaling, debridement,root planting, ultrasonics, and air polishing application ofpreventive agents, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents,and oral home care instructions. Additional topics includedietary surveys, recall systems, applied techniques,employability skills. Prerequisite: DEH 1802. Corequisite:DEH 2804L. Lab Fee. (OA)DEH 2804L DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC III 4 cr. hrs.Dental Hygiene Clinic III, a continuation of DEH 1802L, is acombined course that provides discussion of clinical activitiesalong with clinical experience. This is the third term for directpatient care. You will apply the principles and demonstrateimproved patient care skills while performing clinicalactivities for the prevention of oral disease, including patientassessment, treatment planning, scaling, debridement,root planting, ultrasonics, and air polishing application ofpreventive agents, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents,and oral home care instructions. Additional topics includedietary surveys, recall systems, applied techniques,employability skills. You will be required to successfullycomplete a greater number of procedures. Prerequisite: DEH1802L. Corequisite: DEH 2804. Lab Fee (OA)DEH 2806 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANDETHICAL PRINCIPLES2 cr. hrs.Professional Development and Ethical Principles is acontinuation of DEH 2804. This is the fourth term for directpatient care, which emphasizes quality patient care, timeconstraints, and communication skills. You will continue todescribe the prevention of oral disease, treatment planning,scaling, debridement, root planting, ultrasonics, and airpolishing application of preventive agents, oral irrigationand antimicrobial agents, and oral home care instructions.Additional topics include office management, legal aspects,ethics, dental hygiene practice settings, dentistry anddental hygiene regulation, and general office procedures.Prerequisite: DEH 2804. Corequisite: DEH 2806L. (OA)DEH 2806L DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC IV 4 cr. hrs.Dental Hygiene Clinical IV is a continuation of DEH 2804L.This is the fourth term for direct patient care, which emphasizesquality patient care, time constraints, and communication skills.You will continue to perform clinical activities for the preventionof oral disease, including patient assessment, treatmentplanning, scaling, debridement, root planting, ultrasonics, andair polishing application of preventive agents, oral irrigationand antimicrobial agents, and oral home care instructions. Youare required to successfully complete an advanced numberof procedures. Prerequisite: DEH 2804L. Corequisite: DEH2806. Lab Fee. (OA)DEH 2930DIRECT INDEPENDENT STUDY IN DEN-TAL HYGIENE (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.DEP 1004 HUMAN DEVELOPMENT 3 cr. hrs.This course includes an analysis of basic principles andapplications covering the physiological and psychosocialchanges throughout the life cycle. (TR)DEP 2002 CHILD PSYCHOLOGY 3 cr. hrs.This course studies all aspects of children’s physical,cognitive, and psychological growth and development frombirth through adolescence. The course looks at children froma developmental perspective. Recent theoretical and appliedperspectives about effective ways to care for and work withchildren are included. (TR)DES 0021 OROFACIAL AND DENTAL ANATOMY48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.Orofacial and Dental Anatomy is a detailed study of thegross anatomy of the head and neck and the external andinternal morphology of the primary and permanent dentition.Emphasis is placed on structures directly affected by thepractice of dentistry. Orofacial anatomy lecture topics includeanatomic terminology, anatomic landmarks, the study ofskeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular,lymphatic, endocrine, exocrine systems, fascial spaces,and the spread of dental infections. Dental anatomy lecturetopics include anatomy of the oral cavity, dental terminology,external and internal tooth anatomy, tooth nomenclature andnumbering systems, individual tooth and root morphology,tooth eruption schedules, occlusion, and operative dentistry.In order to apply knowledge of head, neck, and dentalanatomy to clinical dentistry, you will study anatomical modelsof the head, neck, oral cavity, and teeth, and extracted teeth.Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite: DES 0844.Lab Fee. (OC)DES 0053 Nitrous Oxide Monitoring32 con. hrs. 1.1 occ. crs.Nitrous Oxide Monitoring introduces you to the study of thepharmacology of agents used in dentistry for local anesthesiaand pain control. Topics include the pharmacokinetics of localanesthetics, nonnarcotic analgesics, narcotic analgesics,sedative-hypnotics, nitrous oxide and oxygen conscioussedation (as mandated in the <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> AdministrativeCode Chapter 64B-14). Prerequisite: DES 0844. Corequisite:DEA 0130. Lab Fee. (OC)162
sfccDES 0103 ELEMENTS OF DENTAL MATERIALS30 con. hrs. 1 occ. cr.This course covers the nomenclature, characteristics, andapplication of the materials used in the dental laboratoryand clinical practice of dentistry. Prerequisite: DES 0801.Corequisite: DES 0103L. (OC)DES 0103L ELEMENTS OF DENTAL MATERIALS LAB30 con. hrs. 1 occ. cr.This course is the lab component of Elements of DentalMaterials and covers materials used in the laboratory andclinical practice of dentistry. Prerequisite: DES 0801L.Corequisite: DES 0103. Lab Fee. (OC)DES 0205 DENTAL RADIOGRAPHIC TECHNIQUES32 con. hrs. 1.1 occ. crs.This course is designed to acquaint you with the nature,physical behavior, biological effects, and methods ofcontrol, safety precautions, and the techniques for exposing,processing, and mounting radiographs. Prerequisite:Program admission. Corequisite: DES 0205L. (OC)DES 0205L DENTAL RADIOGRAPHIC TECHNIQUESLAB48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.As a supplement to the dental radiography lecture, you willapply radiographic techniques to clinical practice, includingperiapical, bitewing, occlusal, and panoramic radiographs.Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite: DES 0205.Lab Fee. (OC)DES 0501 DENTAL OFFICE MANAGEMENT48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.This course introduces you to HIPPA guidelines, dentalsoftware, telephone software, telephone techniques,appointment control, records management, accountingand business procedures associated with the dental office,inventory and purchasing control of dental office supplies,as well as written communication skills and resume writing.Prerequisite: DES 0103. Corequisite: DEA 0801. (OC)DES 0602 OFFICE EMERGENCIES32 con. hrs. 1.1 occ. crs.This course will present information in dealing with medicalemergencies that may occur in the dental office/clinic. This isa dental assistant course. Prerequisite: Program admission.Corequisite: DES 0844. (OC)DES 0801 INTRO TO CLINICAL PROCEDURES32 con. hrs. 1.1 occ. crs.This course introduces you to the practice of dentistry.Professionalism, the dental office, patient reception andpositioning for delivery of care, instrument exchange andoral evacuation, disease transmission and infection control,principles and techniques of instrument processing andsterilization, occupational health and safety, chemical andwaste management, patient information and assessment,vital signs, oral diagnosis and treatment planning, coronalpolishing, history or dentistry, and the dental health team willbe included. Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite:DES 0801L. (OC)DES 0801L INTRO TO CLINICAL PROCEDURES LAB48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.This course introduces you to the practice of dentistry. Youwill actively participate in scheduled dental evaluations forthe following areas: Professionalism, the dental office, patientreception and positioning for delivery of care, instrumentexchange and oral evacuation, disease transmission andinfection control, principles and techniques of instrumentprocessing and sterilization, occupational health and safety,chemical and waste management, patient informationand assessment, vital signs, oral diagnosis and treatmentplanning, extrinsic stain removal, history or dentistry, and thedental health team will be included. Prerequisite: Programadmission. Corequisite: DES 0801. Lab Fee. (OC)DES 0830 EXPANDED FUNCTIONS I20 con. hrs. .67 occ. crs.This course provides you with the knowledge to performexpanded functions permitted by the <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> Board ofDentistry. The ethical and legal aspects of dentistry, applyingsealants, making impressions for study casts, placing, andremoving rubber dams and matrices, applying cavity liners,varnishes and bases, and placing or removing temporaryrestorations will be discussed. Prerequisite: Program admission.Corequisite: DES 0830L. (OC)DES 0830L EXPANDED FUNCTIONS I LAB16 con. hrs. .54 occ. crs.This course provides you with the knowledge to performexpanded functions permitted by the <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> Board ofDentistry. The ethical and legal aspects of dentistry, applyingsealants, making impressions for study casts, placing, andremoving rubber dams and matrices, applying cavity liners,varnishes and bases, and placing or removing temporaryrestorations will be demonstrated and performed ontypodonts by the dental assistant you. Prerequisite: Programadmissions. Corequisite: DES 0830. Lab Fee. (OC)DES 0831L EXPANDED FUNCTIONS II LAB24 con. hrs. .8 occ. crs.This course provides you with the knowledge to performexpanded functions permitted by the <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> Boardof Dentistry. Suture removal, insert and remove dressingfrom alveolar sockets in post-operative osteitis, packingand removing retraction cord, fabricating temporary crownsand bridges intra-orally, cementing temporary crowns andbridges with temporary cement, removing excess cementfrom dental restorations and appliances, placing and removingperiodontal dressing will be discussed. Prerequisite: DES0830L. Corequisite: Enrolled in spring program. Lab Fee. (OC)DES 0844 PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY36 con. hrs. 1.2 occ. crs.This course introduces you to the practice of preventivedentistry. The dental auxiliary’s role in patient care isintroduced. The philosophy of preventive dentistry andmethods of plague control are emphasized. Patienteducation, tooth stains and discolorations, hypersensitiveteeth, and fluoride are also discussed. Prerequisite: Programadmission. Corequisite: DES 0021. (OC)163
sfccDES 1020 OROFACIAL ANATOMY 2 cr. hrs.Orofacial Anatomy is a detailed study of the gross anatomy ofthe head and neck and the external and internal morphology ofthe primary and permanent dentition. Emphasis is placed onstructures directly affected by the practice of dentistry. Headand neck anatomy lecture topics include anatomic terminology,anatomic landmarks, study of skeletal, muscular, nervous,respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, endocrine, exocrinesystems, facial spaces, and the spread of dental infections.Dental anatomy lecture topics include anatomy of the oral cavity,dental terminology, external and internal tooth anatomy, toothnomenclature and numbering systems, individual tooth and rootmorphology, tooth eruption schedules, occlusion, and operativedentistry. You will use anatomical models of the head, neck, oralcavity, and teeth, and extracted teeth to apply didactic informationin a laboratory setting, and apply knowledge of head, neck, anddental anatomy to clinical dental hygiene. Prerequisite: Programadmission. Corequisite: DES 1020L. (OA)DES 1020L OROFACIAL ANATOMY LAB 1 cr. hr.Orofacial Anatomy Lab is a detailed study of the gross anatomyof the head and neck and the external and internal morphologyof the primary and permanent dentition. Emphasis is placed onstructures directly affected by the practice of dentistry. Head andneck anatomy topics include anatomic terminology, anatomiclandmarks, study of skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory,cardiovascular, lymphatic, endocrine, exocrine systems, facialspaces, and the spread of dental infections. Dental anatomytopics include anatomy of the oral cavity, dental terminology,external and internal tooth anatomy, tooth nomenclature andnumbering systems, individual tooth and root morphology, tootheruption schedules, occlusion, and operative dentistry. Youwill use anatomical models of the head, neck, oral cavity, andteeth, and extracted teeth to apply didactic information duringlaboratory, and apply knowledge of head, neck, and dentalanatomy to preclinical dental hygiene. Prerequisite: Programadmission. Corequisite: DES 1020. Lab Fee. (OA)DES <strong>11</strong>00C DENTAL MATERIALS AND EXPANDED DU-TIES3 cr. hrs.Dental Materials and Expanded Duties focuses on the nature,qualities, composition, and manipulation of materials used indentistry. The primary goal of this course is to enhance yourability to make clinical judgments regarding the use and careof dental materials based on how these materials react inthe oral environment. Lecture topics include dental materialstandards, dental material properties, impression materials,gypsum products, mouthguards and whitening systems,dental bases, liners and cements, temporary restorations,classifications for restorative dentistry, direct restorativematerials, indirect restorative materials, polishing proceduresfor dental restorations, removable dental prostheses, sealantsand implants. You will have hands-on laboratory experience inapplying pit and fissure sealants, taking alginate impressions,and pouring and trimming study models. Some of the materialtaught in DES <strong>11</strong>00C provides didactic, practical, and clinicalexperience necessary for you to perform expanded functionsas required by, and outlined in <strong>Florida</strong> Statute Title XXXII,Chapter 466, Section 466.024, and in the <strong>Florida</strong> AdministrativeCode Chapter 64, Sections B5-16. 001, B5-16.002, andB5-16.006 through B5-16.010. Prerequisite: DEH 1002.Corequisite: DEH <strong>11</strong>30. Lab Fee. (OA)DES 1200 DENTAL RADIOLOGY 2 cr. hrs.Dental Radiography provides the fundamental knowledgeof the nature, physical behavior, and biological effects ofradiation to maximize understanding of proper methods ofcontrol and safety procedures to be in exposing, processing,mounting, and interpreting diagnostic radiographs of teethand their surrounding structures. Lecture topics includeradiation physics principles, radiation biology, radiation safety,infection control, radiographic need, radiographic qualityassurance, imaging theory, radiographic interpretation,principles of digital radiography, and legal issues of dentalradiography. Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite:DES 1200L. (OA)DES 1200L DENTAL RADIOLOGY LAB 2 cr. hrs.Dental Radiology Lab provides the fundamental knowledgeof the nature, physical behavior, and biological effects ofradiation to maximize understanding of proper methods ofcontrol and safety procedures to be in exposing, processing,mounting, and interpreting diagnostic radiographs of teethand their surrounding structures. Lab topics include radiationphysics principles, radiation biology, radiation safety, infectioncontrol, radiographic need, radiographic quality assurance,imaging theory, radiographic interpretation, principles ofdigital radiography, and legal issues of dental radiography.Laboratory experience includes correct operation of X-rayunits and digital sensors, exposing, processing, mounting,and interpreting diagnostically acceptable radiographs.Prerequisite: Program admission. Corequisite: DES 1200.Lab Fee. (OA)EEco 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ECONOMICS 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)ECO 2013 MACROeconomics 3 cr. hrs.This is a basic course in macroeconomics including principlessuch as national output and income, cyclical unemploymentand inflation, fiscal and monetary policy, the labor market,economic growth, history of economic thought, internationaltrade, globalization, economic growth in developing countries,and other timely subjects. (TR)ECO 2023 MICROeconomics 3 cr. hrs.This is a basic course in microeconomics including principlessuch as elasticity, the production process, different marketstructures, externalities, public goods, income distributionand poverty, and public finance. (TR)ECO 2949CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ECONOMICS (TR) 3 cr. hrs.164
sfccEDF 1005 INTRODUCTION TO THE TEACHING PRO-FESSION3 cr. hrs.This is a survey course including historical, sociological, andphilosophical foundations of education, governance and financeof education, educational policies, legal, moral, and ethicalissues and the professionalism of teaching. You will be requiredto complete 15 hours of field based experience with childrenand youth in schools or similar settings. (TR)EDf 2085 Introduction to diversity for educators3 cr. hrs.This course provides the opportunity to explore issues of diversity,including an understanding of the influence of exceptionalities,culture, family, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomicstatus, religion, language of origin, ethnicity, and age upon theeducational experience. A minimum of 15 hours of field basedexperience working with diverse populations of children and youthin schools or similar settings is required. (TR)EDF 2930EDF 2931SPECIAL TOPICS IN EDUCATION FOUNDA-TIONS (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.SELECTED TOPICS IN EDUCATION (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.EDG 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN EDUCATION 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)EDG 2905EDG 2949DIRECTED INDEPENDENT STUDY IN EDU-CATION (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN EDUCATION (TR) 1-3 cr. hrs.EEC 1000 CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT3 cr. hrs.A study of the growth and development of the child frompre-birth through age eight. This includes considerationsof children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitivedevelopment. Influences of health, safety, nutrition, andbehavior of others on the child’s development are consideredalong with theories of development. (OA)EEC 1407 FACILITATING SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT3 cr. hrs.This course focuses on the social development and behaviorof the young child. A child-centered philosophy utilizing positiveguidance skills is presented with opportunities for practice andimplementation. Further emphasis is placed on appropriatetypes of communication, limit setting, and classroommanagement, along with an investigation of play, self-esteem,stress, and pro-social skills among other topics. (OA)EEC 1601 OBSERVING CHILDREN 3 cr. hrs.This course covers techniques for observing and recordingthe behavior of the young child from a developmentalperspective. Emphasis is on the use of various types ofinformal measurements along with the appropriate useof standardized assessments is presented. Issues ofprofessionalism including confidentiality, anti-bias, and ethicalbehavior are addressed. (OA)EEC 1941 PRACTICUM 3 cr. hrs.A minimum of 176 clock hours is spent in a selectedsupervised work experience in an approved child carefacility. Practicum site, supervision, and objectives must beapproved in advanced by the Child Development ProgramDirector. Final grade will be based upon completion oftraining objectives, observation(s), along with the supervisors’evaluation and final report. Prerequisites include two of thefollowing: CHD <strong>11</strong>04, EEC 1407, or EEC 1601. (OA)EEC 2002 PROGRAM MANAGEMENT 3 cr. hrs.This course emphasizes managing all available resources toensure effective operation of a safe and effective child carecenter or family child care home. A systematic approach forplanning, organizing, and record keeping is developed. Uponsuccessful completion of the course, you will be prepared toadminister programs for young children in public or privatefacilities. Prerequisites: EEC 2200 and EEC 2401. (OA)EEC 2200 PRESCHOOL CURRICULUM I 3 cr. hrs.A study of the principles and techniques for developing aprogram for young children, including curriculum design,materials, and equipment for learning activities. Emphasisis placed on identification, selection, and application ofactivities, themes, and key concepts using an integratedapproach. Prerequisites: EEC 1407 and EEC 1000. (OA)EEC 2202 PRESCHOOL CURRICULUM II 3 cr. hrs.This course focuses on exploring and understanding the valueand purpose of creative experiences in the development ofthe young child’s creative abilities using art, music, dance,play and drama. The child’s acquisition of math and scienceconcepts through discovery learning is examined. Emphasisis placed on presentation of activities through an integratedapproach. Prerequisite: EEC 2200. (OA)EEC 2401 PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING 3 cr. hrs.This course covers methods for meeting the needs of parentsand children using early child care and education facilities.You will survey the resources available in the communityalong with the procedures to link families in need withthose services. Special emphasis is placed on nurturing theparent-child-teacher relationship and on maximizing parentinvolvement in their children’s lives at school. Prerequisites:EEC 1407, EEC 1601, and EEC 1000. (OA)EEC 2732 INFANTS, TODDLERS, AND CAREGIVERS3 cr. hrs.This course provides essential health care informationthat professionals use in caring for infants and toddlers.It also includes information to help care givers select anduse curriculum appropriately in an individualized mannerfor each child in their care. You will learn to give specialattention to the sequence of the development of children whilerecognizing differences in their rates of development. Theholistic emphasis of this course focuses on curriculum which165
sfccprovides for the physical, emotional, social, cognitive, andlanguage development of infants and toddlers. Prerequisites:EEC 1601 and EEC 1000. (OA)EEC 2940 INTERNSHIP IN CHILD CARE 3 cr. hrs.In this class, your final internship, you will demonstrate activeknowledge of the field of early care and education and childcare management. Application of this knowledge will be inan approved child care setting under a qualified supervisorwho works with the Child Development Program Director.The supervisor will rate your performance, knowledge andskills. The program director will conduct observation(s) ofyour teaching/management practices and evaluate yourinternship experience in consultation with the site supervisor.Prerequisite: Approval of program director. (OA)EER 0940EER 0949EER 2930INTERNSHIP IN ELECTRONICS TECH-NOLOGY (OC)60-420 con. hrs. 2-14 occ. crs.CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE IN ELECTRON-ICS TECHNOLOGY (OC)30-240 con. hrs. 1-8 occ. crs.SELECTED TOPICS IN ELECTRONICSTECHNOLOGY (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.EET 1006C SAFE WORK PRACTICES 3 cr. hrs.You will demonstrate knowledge of the National ElectricalSafety Code; FECA Safe Work Practices Handbook or theAPPA Safe Work Practices Handbook and OSHA (CFR29) Section 1910.269 Electric Power Generation andTransmission and Distribution and related sections. LabFee. (OA)EET 1015C ELECTRONICS I4 cr. hrs.Basic concepts of electricity. Topics covered are charge,current flow, potential difference, resistance, Ohm’s Law,series and parallel circuits, Kirchoff’s Law, Thevenin’sTheorem, Norton’s Theorem, the Super Position Theorem,the use of DC measuring instruments, alternating current,and the 60 HZ power line. Laboratory experiments are usedto verify all concepts instructed. Pre- or Corequisite: MAC<strong>11</strong>05 or Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (OA)EET 1025C ELECTRONICS II4 cr. hrs.Alternating current concepts and circuits. Topics coveredare inductance, capacitance, and their effect in AC circuits;time constants; RL, RC, and RLC circuits; complex numbers;vectors; phasors; resonance and filters studied for bothsinusoidal and non-sinusoidal applications; two terminalactive devices; rectifiers; and bipolar transistors. Labexperiments are used to verify all concepts studied. Pre- orCorequisite: MAC <strong>11</strong>14 or Instructor’s approval. Prerequisite:EET 1015C. Lab Fee. (OA)EET <strong>11</strong>41C INTRODUCTION TO SOLID STATE DEVICES4 cr. hrs.Semiconductor devices; properties of semiconductor material,measurement and analysis of P-N diodes characteristics,measurement of characteristics of special diodes, includingtunnel rectifier zener, varactor, bipolar transistors, field effecttransistors, thyristors, op amps, and opto-electronic devices.Prerequisite: EET 1025C. Lab Fee. (OA)EET <strong>11</strong>42C ELECTRONICS III4 cr. hrs.A study of subsystems for linear/analog electronics. Thesubsystem classifications are amplifiers, signal controlledswitches, and special functions. Topics of study involve discreteand integrated circuit types, circuit examples includeamplifiers, comparators, PNPN switches, oscillators, voltageregulators, signal shaping, and timing functions. Lab experimentationverifies all concepts presented. Prerequisites: EET1025C and ENC <strong>11</strong>01. Lab Fee. (OA)EET 1505C BASIC ELECTRICITY FOR LINE WORKERS3 cr. hrs.This is a specialized course in basic electricity and thefundamentals of electrical power that apply particularly tothe line worker. You will study the history of electricity, ACand DC circuits, the principles of induction, capacitance andreactance, portable generators and basic wiring, conductorsand insulator technology and electric power. You willdemonstrate proficiencies in basic electrical formulae andmeasuring/metering instruments. (OA)EET 1605C ELECTRONIC FABRICATION TECHNIQUES3 cr. hrs.Basic skills in the drawing and use of circuit diagrams,small hand tools (power and non-power), and special toolscommonly used in the fabrication and packaging of electronicequipment. Offered on Highlands Campus summer term.Lab Fee. (OA)EET 1760C POLE CLIMBING, ROPES, AND RIGGING3 cr. hrs.This is a specialized course in Electrical DistributionTechnology trade. You will identify and properly apply ropes,slings and rigging for lifting and rigging task for equipmentlifting and hot line work applications. The course will covercare maintenance and application of rope block andtackle; cable, chain and strap hoist. You will demonstrateproficiencies in lifting and rigging and the application careand maintenance of lift sticks, saddles and clamps, andbecome proficient in climbing wood poles and the care andmaintenance of pole climbing equipment. Lab Fee. (OA)EET 1761C TRUCKS AND EXCAVATION EQUIPMENT3 cr. hrs.You will demonstrate proficiencies in computing, planningand lifting loads; pole truck auger and winching operations;nonverbal hand signaling; winch cable maintenance andinspection and daily vehicle inspection of boom truck; buckettruck, digger truck, back hoe and trencher equipment. Youwill demonstrate boring equipment and aerial work platformoperations. You will demonstrate maintenance of glovingbucket booms, liners and dielectric testing, and equipmenttrailering safety. Prerequisite: EET 1006C, CDL License.Lab Fee. (OA)166
sfccEET 1762C ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION STRUCTURES3 cr. hrs.You will apply blueprint reading and staking practices relatedto distribution structures and be able to identify the differenttypes and applications of wood, concrete and steel structures.You will be able to identify a pole manufacturer and rating byreading the pole brand. You will demonstrate proficiencies inpole erection and guying; pole and guy grounding and groundtesting and will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of guysand attachments. You will be able to discuss wind loading,weight loading and modes of pole stress; typical structurefailure modes and inspection procedures; basic pole framingstandards and clearances and joint utility use considerations.You will demonstrate a basic knowledge of transmissionstructures, framing and clearances. Lab Fee. (OA)EET 1763C UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION3 cr. hrs.You will study blueprints and typical layouts for URD loopsand radial systems. You will be able to identify URD primaryand secondary cables and their applications. You will studyand be able to discuss trenching and cable installation;identify soil/cave-in conditions; discuss trenching safe workpractices, discuss locating of subterranean utilities anddiscuss site-built and pre-cast pad installations. You will beable to identify primary and secondary risers and potheadpole framing, and be able to install porcelain, butyl rubberand tape constructed primary terminators. You will alsodemonstrate proficiency installing and grounding of singleand three phase pad installations; URD switch cabinetinstallations; secondary risers and terminations; primaryand secondary cable failure modes; URD switching on liveand dead front equipment; fault finding and testing of URDcables. Prerequisite: EET 1505C. Lab Fee. (OA)EET 1764C STREET AND AREA LIGHTING SYSTEMS3 cr. hrs.You will study blueprint reading applying to overhead andunderground street lighting systems. You will be able todiscuss 6.6 amp series lighting auto-transformer basics,maintenance and the use and replacement of the film disccut out and re-lamping operations. You will be able to identifydifferent types of street and area lighting equipment, lightingcontrollers, fusing and technologies. You will demonstrateproficiencies in pole framing for installing, troubleshootingand maintaining area and street lighting. Prerequisite: EET1505C. Lab Fee. (OA)EET 1772C FIRST AID, RESCUE, AND CPR 2 cr. hrs.This course meets all the requirements of OSHA for electricalline workers as required in OSHA (CFR 29) 1910.269 (a)(2)(I) “manhole and pole top rescue” and 1910.269 (b)(1) “FirstAid and CPR.” You will demonstrate industry practices forrescuing injured coworkers aloft from structures, from buckettrucks or aerial devices and from manholes. You will identifydangers in planning rescue and how to coordinate, and theaspects of command and control in rescue procedures. Youwill become certified to perform life saving skills in First Aidand CPR. Lab Fee. (OA)EET 1949 CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE IN ELECTRI-CAL DISTRIBUTION3 cr. hrs.The Cooperative Work Experience in Electrical Distributionwill allow you to work along in the field with experiencedlinemen and be exposed to the skills needed and the typeof work environment of the trade. (OA)EET 2325C ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS4 cr. hrs.This course discusses the communication process as asystem. Topics covered include transmitters, receivers,and mediums of transfer. Specific items include the studyof AM and FM radio, microwave, and laser technologyprinciples. Lab work involves the verification of principlesusing commercial hardware. Prerequisite: EET <strong>11</strong>42C. LabFee. (OA)EET 2765C POLE LINE EQUIPMENT I 3 cr. hrs.You will demonstrate knowledge of blueprints for overheadline installations. You will identify and classify overhead lineinsulators. You will properly identify and discuss insulator andlightning arrestor technologies and applications and discussinsulator and arrestor failure modes. You will demonstrateproficiencies in switch and disconnect installation, operationand maintenance, cross arm identification, application andinstallation maintenance, proficiencies in insulator, arrestorinstallation and maintenance, basic hotstick techniques, andlive-line wire tying and clamping techniques. Prerequisite:EET 1760C. Lab Fee. (OA)EET 2766C METERING AND ENERGY MANAGEMENT2 cr. hrs.You will be able to discuss load shedding energy managementequipment application and techniques. You will demonstrateproficiencies in making up weather heads; wiring of URDmeter bases; application and installation of CT’s and PT’sfor metering installations and removing and installing singlephase, and three phase meters class 10 to 200. You willproperly apply class and style of electric meters to servicesand demonstrate correctly reading the meter kilowatt-hourand KVA demand display. Prerequisite: EET 1505C. (OA)EET 2767C AMERICAN POWER SYSTEMS 3 cr. hrs.You will be able to describe the Cooperative, REA, MunicipalPublic and private power provider and basic businessmanagement practices. You will demonstrate knowledgeof <strong>State</strong> and Federal power provider regulations such aspromulgated under the EPA, PSC, USDA and TSCA as wellas the Department of Labor and agency “standards.” Youwill demonstrate knowledge of hydropower, interagencyagreements, inter and intrastate power sales and agreements,mutual aid agreements; purchased power and leasedsystems. You will study and demonstrate proficiencies in poleline management systems and GPS mapping, reading andapplication. Prerequisites: MAT 1033 and CGS <strong>11</strong>00C. (OA)EET 2769C POLE LINE EQUIPMENT II 3 cr. hrs.You will study blueprint reading applying to overhead lineinstallations. You will be able to identify and classify oilcircuit breakers, primary metering, pole mounted three phase167
sfccreclosers, single and three phase transformer banks andcapacitor banks and pole mounted and platform mountedregulators. You will practice operating and maintaining OCB’s,primary metering installations, reclosers, transformers andtransformer banks, capacitor banks and regulators. Youwill be able to identify, operate and maintain manual andautomatic controllers for OCB’s, reclosers, capacitor banksand regulators. You will study and be able to discuss thetheory of operation, application and testing of regulators andregulator bypass switches. Prerequisites: EET 1760C andEET 2765C. Lab Fee. (OA)EET 2770C INSTALLING OVERHEAD CONDUCTORS4 cr. hrs.You will demonstrate proficiencies in setting up andoperating wire tuggers, tensioners and wire reel tenders.You will discuss techniques for wire pulling; safe guardingof buildings, cross streets, walkways and the public duringpulling operations; planning wire pulling; and identifyingpotential hazards that may be encountered during wire pullingoperations. You will demonstrate proficiencies in fanningand covering of energized lines and live equipment for reconductoring/pullingoperations; rigging of rollers and wirepulling devices; serving of cables and ropes for pulling; care,use and insulation of insulated mechanical jumpers; sagging,transfer of, tying in and dead-ending of pulled conductors;and installing of inline and pole mounted disconnects. Youwill demonstrate proficiencies in live line gloving practices.Prerequisite: EET 1006C. Lab Fee. (OA)EET 2771C ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION SUBSTA-TIONS3 cr. hrs.You will demonstrate an understanding of blueprint readingfor substation layouts and one-line electrical diagrams.You will study and be able to identify substation equipmentand discuss substation operation, Supervisory Control andData Acquisition applications, switching and maintenance.You will demonstrate proficiencies in substation regulatoroperation, buss tie operations, recloser operation and taggingoperations. Lab: Substation switching. Prerequisite: EET1006C. (OA)EET 2905EET 2915EET 2949SPECIAL TOPICS IN ELECTRONICS EN-GINEERING TECHNOLOGY (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.INTERNSHIP IN BIO-MEDICAL ELECTRON-ICS SYSTEMS (OA)10 cr. hrs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING(OA)1-4 cr. hrs.EEV 0030 BASIC ELECTRICITY FOR LINE WORK-ERS45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.This is a specialized course in basic electricity and thefundamentals of electrical power that apply particularly to theline worker. You will study the history of electricity; AC and DCcircuits; the principles of induction, capacitance and reactance;portable generators and basic wiring; conductors andinsulator technology and electric power. You will demonstrateproficiencies in basic electrical formulae and measuring/metering instruments. (OC)EEV 0186 SAFE WORK PRACTICES45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.You will demonstrate knowledge of the National ElectricalSafety Code; FECA Safe Work Practices Handbook or theAPPA Safe Work practices Handbook and OSHA (CFR29) Section 1910.269 Electric Power Generation andTransmission and Distribution and related sections. LabFee. (OC)EEV 0360L ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY LAB30-240 con. hrs. 1-8 occ. crs.This course enables you to complete lab experiments, simulatedelectronic diagnosis and repair assignments, and perform actualrepairs to electronic equipment as assigned. (OC)EEV 0546 MS WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM(SERVER) 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course is designed to train those new to the InformationTechnology field and those returning or retraining forcareers to design, implement, and support a Windows2000 Professional Server-based network. The curriculumis designed to train you and support professionals in allthe skills needed to install, configure, customize, optimize,network, integrate, and troubleshoot Windows 2000Server. Completion of this course will prepare you to takeMicrosoft’s Certification Exam for installing, configuring andadministering Microsoft Windows 2000 Server. Corequisite:EEV 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0547 MS WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM(WORKSTATION) 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course is designed to train you in the InformationTechnology field and those returning or retraining for careersto design, implement, and support a Windows workstations.The curriculum is designed to teach you and supportprofessionals the skills needed to install, configure, customize,optimize, network, integrate, and troubleshoot Windows 2000Professional. Completion of this course will prepare you totake Microsoft’s Certification Exam for the current workstationenvironment. Corequisite: EEV 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0548 MS WINDOWS - DIRECTORY SERVICES60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course is designed to train you in the InformationTechnology field and those returning or retraining for careersto design, implement, and support a Windows Server networkoperating system in a multi-domain enterprise environment.Specific topic areas include: Implementing MicrosoftWindows Server Directory Services; Microsoft WindowsServer Analysis and Optimization; Microsoft WindowsServer Network Analysis and Optimization; TroubleshootingMicrosoft Windows Server in the enterprise environment.Completion of this course will prepare you to take Microsoft’sCertification Exam for Directory Services. Prerequisite: EEV0546. Corequisite: EEV 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)168
sfccEEV 0549 MS WINDOWS NETWORK Infrastructure60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course provides you with the training and skills requiredto install, manage, monitor, configure and troubleshoot DNS,DHCP, Remote Access, Network Protocols, IP Routingand WINS in a Microsoft Windows 2000 operating systemenvironment. Completion of this course will prepare youto take the current Microsoft’s Certified Professional Examfor implementing and administering a Microsoft WindowsNetwork Infrastructure. Prerequisites: EEV 0546, EEV 0547 orInstructor’s approval. Corequisite: EEV 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0554C LAN SERVICE - NETWORK+60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course will provide you with an introduction to thebasic concepts of home and Small Office Home Office PCnetworks in a hands-on intensive environment and aid inpreparation for the CompTIA Network+ exam. AchievingNetwork + certification is a good beginning for anyoneaspiring to a career in the IT field. Topics include transmissionmedia, network topologies, LAN infrastructure, Ethernet,Token Ring, FDDI, wireless networks, OSI reference model,common network protocols such as NetBEUI and TCP/IP,fault tolerance, disaster recovery, network operating systems,network security, troubleshooting and various utilitiescommonly used to identify network connectivity issues.Corequisite: EEV 0360L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0568C PC SERVICE - A+ CORE HARDWARE60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course will provide a hands-on opportunity for you toobtain the knowledge and skills necessary to service, repairand upgrade computers and peripherals in preparation forthe CompTIA A+ Core Hardware exam. Topics include safetypractices, a detailed look at hardware components, powersupplies, CMOS, CPUs, motherboards, bus architectures,disk subsystems, hardware installation and configuration,resolving resource conflicts, data recovery, networking,system maintenance and troubleshooting, and other relatedtopics. Upon completion, you should be able to safelyrepair and/or upgrade computer systems, identify andresolve system conflicts and optimize system performance.Corequisite: EEV 0360L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0569C PC SERVICE - A+ OS TECHNOLOGIES60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course provides a thorough, step-by-step process forlearning the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshootingcomputer operating systems, thereby, better preparing youto pass the CompTIA A+ Operating System TechnologiesExam. Topics include how the boot process works, softwareand hardware interactions, operating system and softwaresupport and troubleshooting, supporting and troubleshootingoperating systems and software on a network, peripheralinstallations, device conflict resolution, how to configureprinters, modems, networking components and multimediadevices. In a hands-on learning environment, you will learninstallation procedures for various operating systems, useFDISK, format, delpart and various other utilities, create anduse emergency boot diskettes, install and uninstall devices,perform backups, manage system files, troubleshoot operatingsystem errors, configure networks, configure Internet accessand manage printers and other peripherals. Corequisite: EEV0360L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0570 NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES I60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course teaches important fundamentals of computernetworking and communications. You will study networkingterminology, hardware componentry, Local and Wide AreaNetworking (LAN/WAN) concepts and design, IP addressingand subnet masking, cabling techniques, network topologiesand the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model oflayered network communications. Corequisite: EEV 0930L.Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0571 NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES II60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course extends the concepts from Network SupportServices I. Study and lab work will center on networking,networking terminology and protocols, standards, LANsWANs, OSI modeling, Ethernet and Token Ring topologies,Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI), TCP/IP addressing,dynamic routing, and the network administrator’s roleand function. Particular emphasis will be given to the useof decision-making and problem-solving techniques inapplying science, mathematics, communications and socialstudies concepts to solve networking problems. In addition,instruction and training are provided in the proper care,safety, maintenance and use of networking software, tools,equipment and all local, state and federal safety, building andenvironment codes and regulations. Prerequisite: EEV 0570.Corequisite: EEV 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0572 NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES III60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course extends the concepts from Network SupportServices I and II. Study and lab work will center on building,configuring and troubleshooting and Ethernet TCP/IPLAN which includes hosts, hubs, routers, switches and allnecessary cabling, as well as the configuration of switchesto create a Virtual LAN (VLAN), developing an IP addressscheme for WANs and LANs, configuring networks to run RIPand IGRP, configuring standard and extended access lists onrouter interfaces and configuring and monitoring Novell IPXrouting. Prerequisites: EEV 0570 and EEV 0571. Corequisite:EEV 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0573 NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES IV60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course extends the concepts from Network SupportServices I, II and III. Study and lab work will center on theidentification and use of WAN-related router commands,configuring routers to implement basic District WAN functions,configuring and verifying PPP, ISDN and Frame Relay on therouters, and complete preparations for passing the skills-basedCCNA Exam. Prerequisites: EEV 0570, EEV 0571, and EEV0572. Corequisite: EEV 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)169
sfccEEV 0596 NETWORK SECURITY SERVICES I60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Network Security Services I will teach you to design and applysecurity solutions to reduce the risk of revenue loss and datavulnerability. It is an introduction to network security and theoverall security processes. There will be emphasis on practicalsecurity policy design and management; security technologies,products and solutions; firewall and secure router design,installation, configuration and maintenance; and AAA and VPNimplementation using routers. This course will prepare you totake the MCNS (Managing Cisco Network Security) and theCompTIA Security+ Exams. This course will help you to beprepared for work as a network security designer, networkadministrator, network installation and repair technician, ornetwork analyst. Prerequisites: EEV 0570, EEV 0571, EEV0572, and EEV 0573, and CCNA certification, or Instructor’sapproval. Corequisite: EEV 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0597 NETWORK SECURITY SERVICES II60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Network Security Services II will teach you to design andapply more advanced security solutions to reduce the risk ofrevenue loss and data vulnerability. It is intermediate networksecurity course and it extends your ability to manage andmaintain overall security procedures. There will be emphasison practical security policy design and management, securitytechnologies, products and solutions, intermediate firewalland secure router design, installation, configuration andmaintenance, and AAA and VPN implementation usingrouters and firewalls. This course will prepare you to takethe MCNS (Managing Cisco Network Security), the CSPFA(Cisco Secure PIX Firewall Advanced), and the CompTIASecurity+ Exams. When you complete your CCNA trainingand this course, you will be prepared for work as a networksecurity designer, network administrator, network installationand repair technician, or network analyst. Prerequisite: EEV0596. Corequisite: EEV 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0684 WIRELESS NETWORK SERVICES I60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This course is intended to teach you to successfullyemploy wireless networking design, implementation, andmanagement. It is further designed to prepare you for industryrecognizedcertification. Through a combination of online andtext-based curriculum, you will develop the skills needed towork with industry standards, install commonly used devices,troubleshoot and correct common wireless network problems,and to perform Radio Frequency (RF) site surveys prior toinstallation. You will also explore and practice implementingstandards-based security to protect networks against unwantedintrusion using such techniques as WEP keys, Virtual PrivateNetworks (VPNs), and key hopping. Further, training will alsoinclude identifying sensitive information, establishing physicalsecurity, creating and maintaining inventories and audits,and using other advanced solutions over public networks.Prerequisites: EEV 0570, EEV 0571, EEV 0572, EEV 0573and CCNA Certification, or Instructor’s approval. Corequisite:EEV 0930L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0760 POLE CLIMBING, ROPES, AND RIGGING45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.This is a specialized course in Electrical DistributionTechnology trade. You will identify and properly apply ropes,slings and rigging for lifting and rigging task for equipmentlifting and hot line work applications. The course will covercare maintenance and application of rope block and tackleand cable, chain and strap hoist. You will demonstrateproficiencies in lifting and rigging and the application careand maintenance of lift sticks, saddles and clamps; and willalso become proficient in climbing wood poles and the careand maintenance of pole climbing equipment. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0761 TRUCKS AND EXCAVATION EQUIPMENT45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.You will demonstrate proficiencies in computing, planningand lifting loads; pole truck auger and winching operations;nonverbal hand signaling; winch cable maintenance andinspection and daily vehicle inspection of boom truck; buckettruck, digger truck, back hoe and trencher equipment. Youwill demonstrate boring equipment and aerial work platformoperations. You will demonstrate maintenance of glovingbucket booms, liners and dielectric testing, and equipmenttrailering safety. Prerequisites: EEV 0186 and CDL License.Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0762 ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION STRUCTURES45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.You will apply blueprint reading and staking practices relatedto distribution structures and be able to identify the differenttypes and applications of wood, concrete and steel structures.You will be able to identify a pole manufacturer and rating byreading the pole brand. You will demonstrate proficiencies inpole erection and guying; pole and guy grounding and groundtesting and will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of guysand attachments. You will be able to discuss wind loading,weight loading and modes of pole stress, typical structurefailure modes and inspection procedures, basic pole framingstandards and clearances, and joint utility use considerations.You will demonstrate a basic knowledge of transmissionstructures, framing, and clearances. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0763 UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.You will study blueprints and typical layouts for URD loopsand radial systems. You will be able to identify URD primaryand secondary cables and their applications. You will studyand be able to discuss trenching and cable installation;identify soil/cave-in conditions; discuss trenching safe workpractices, discuss locating of subterranean utilities anddiscuss site-built and pre-cast pad installations. You will beable to identify primary and secondary risers and potheadpole framing, and be able to install porcelain, butyl rubberand tape constructed primary terminators. You will alsodemonstrate proficiency installing and grounding of singleand three phase pad installations; URD switch cabinetinstallations; secondary risers and terminations; primaryand secondary cable failure modes; URD switching on liveand dead front equipment; fault finding and testing of URDcables. Prerequisite: EEV 0030. Lab Fee. (OC)170
sfccattending technical courses of the apprenticeship program,you will only be eligible for an occupational certificate in thesubject area. (OC)EEV 08<strong>11</strong>C DC CIRCUITS 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Basic theory of electricity, DC circuits, electrical components,and test equipment. Corequisite: EEV 0360L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0812C AC CIRCUITS 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Instruction of AC electronics through problem solving, use ofcircuit diagrams, and schematics. Corequisite: EEV 0360L.Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0813C SOLID STATE DEVICES60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Instruction in semiconductor and circuits; properties ofsemiconductor material, measurement and analysis ofP-N diodes characteristics, analysis and measurement ofcharacteristics of special diodes, including tunnel rectifierzener, varactor. Corequisite: EEV 0360L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0814C ANALOG CIRCUITS60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Techniques of analyzing and troubleshooting amplifiers,power supplies, oscillators, OP amps, and filters. Prerequisite:EEV 0812C or Instructor’s approval. Corequisite: EEV 0360L.Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0815C DIGITAL DEVICES60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.An introduction to digital electronics, logic circuits, Booleanalgebra, and digital subsystems. Prerequisite: EEV 0814C.Corequisite: EEV 0360L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0816C MICROPROCESSORS60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Advanced digital electronics and analysis and servicing ofmicroprocessors and minicomputers. Prerequisite: EEV0815C. Corequisite: EEV 0360L. Lab Fee. (OC)EEV 0930L NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES LAB(OC) 30-480 con. hrs. 1-16 occ. crs.EEV 0941 LINEMAN APPRENTICESHIP INTERNSHIP30-420 con. hrs. 1-14 occ. crs.This course provides you the opportunity to acquire practicalexperience while working on-the-job training. Job skillsare defined by the work processes of the apprenticeshipagreement taught on-the-job. (OC)EEV 0949 CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE IN ELECTRI-CAL DISTRIBUTION30-240 con. hrs. 1-8 occ. crs.The Cooperative Work Experience in Electrical Distributionwill allow you to work along in the field with experiencedlinemen and be exposed to the skills needed and workenvironment of the trade. (OC)EGN 1949CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ENGINEERING 1-3 cr. hrs.EGN 2949CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ENGINEERING 1-3 cr. hrs.EME 2040 INTROduction to technology foreducators3 cr. hrs.This course will provide an application of instructional designprinciples for the use of technology to enhance the quality ofteaching and learning in the classroom. The course includeshands-on experiences with educational media, emergingtechnologies, and hardware, software, and peripheralsfor the personal computer as well as data driven decisionmaking processes. This course will include identification ofappropriate software for classroom applications, classroomprocedures for integrating technologies with emphasis onlegal and ethical use, and effective instructional strategiesfor teachers and students in regard to research, analysis,and demonstration of technology. Prerequisite: EDF 1005or Instructor’s approval. (TR)EMS 1010C ANATOMY FOR PARAMEDICS 3 cr. hrs.A comprehensive course presenting basic information onstructure, function of the human body. Applies principlesof anatomy and physiology to show interaction of bodysystem as they approach homeostasis. Each body systempresented with emphasis on cardiovascular, respiratory,nervous system. This course meets the objectives found inthe national DOT paramedic curriculum. Prerequisite: EMTCertificate. Corequisites: EMS 1600 and EMS 1600L. LabFee. (OA)EMS 1014 PARAMEDIC PREPARATORY 2 cr. hrs.This course is the first of a three-term sequence ofinstruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program andmeets the requirements of the United <strong>State</strong>s Departmentof Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Courseinstruction includes the rules and responsibilities of aParamedic within the EMS system, the value of personalwellness, medical, legal and ethical considerations,communications, pathophysiological principles, Life SpanDevelopment, illness and injury, and pharmacology.Prerequisite: EMT Certificate. (OA)EMS 1059C MEDICAL FIRST RESPONDER/HEALTH IS-SUES3 cr. hrs.Presents the techniques needed in emergency medicalsituations and provides an orientation to the major types ofcommunicable diseases, signs and symptoms of these, andtransmissions methods. Also, the symptoms of food-borneillnesses and general guidelines for health observations areincluded. (OA)EMS <strong>11</strong>59C EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN BA-SIC<strong>11</strong> cr. hrs.Emergency medical technician training includes: CPR,anatomy and patient assessment, cardio respiratory systems,patient handling, wounds and fractures, medical emergencies,childbirth and pediatric emergencies, psychological andenvironmental emergencies, crisis intervention, extricationand transportation, and disaster management. Lab Fee. (OA)172
sfccEMS 1555 PARAMEDIC TRAUMA MANAGEMENT2 cr. hrs.This course is designed to provide paramedic traumamanagement instruction for the Paramedic CertificateProgram and meets the requirements of the United <strong>State</strong>sDepartment of Transportation National Standard Curriculum.Course instruction includes trauma system/mechanism ofinjury, hemorrhage and shock, burns, soft tissue injuries, headtrauma, spinal trauma, thoracic trauma, abdominal trauma,and musculoskeletal trauma. Prerequisite: EMS 1010C.Corequisites: EMS 1555L, EMS 1642. (OA)EMS 1555L PARAMEDIC TRAUMA MANAGEMENT LAB1 cr. hr.This lab covers paramedic trauma management instruction forthe Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirementsof the United <strong>State</strong>s Department of Transportation NationalStandard Curriculum. Lab instruction includes traumasystem/mechanism of injury, hemorrhage and shock, burns,soft tissue injuries, head trauma, spinal trauma, thoracictrauma, abdominal trauma, and musculoskeletal trauma.Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisites: EMS 1555, EMS1642. Lab Fee. (OA)EMS 1600 PARAMEDIC FUNDAMENTALS 2 cr. hrs.Course instruction includes venous access and medicationadministration, history taking, techniques of patientassessment, communication, documentation, and airwayventilation. Prerequisite: EMT Certificate. Corequisite: EMS1014. (OA)EMS 1600L PARAMEDIC FUNDAMENTALS LAB2 cr. hrs.This lab covers paramedic fundamentals instruction for theParamedic Certificate Program and meets the requirementsof the United <strong>State</strong>s Department of Transportation NationalStandard Curriculum. Lab instruction includes venous accessand medication administration, history taking, techniques ofpatient assessment, communication, documentation, andairway ventilation. Prerequisite: EMT Certificate. Corequisites:EMS 1010C, EMS 1600. Lab Fee. (OA)EMS 1641 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL EXPERIENCE I2 cr. hrs.This clinical experience encompasses approximately 50hours in a designated hospital during which you will beevaluated in the performance of the activities and procedurescovered in EMS 1014, EMS 1600, and EMS 1681 duringthe first term of the Paramedic Program. This coursemeets the requirements of the United <strong>State</strong>s Department ofTransportation National Standard Curriculum. Prerequisite:EMT Certificate. Corequisite: EMS 1010C. (OA)EMS 1642 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL EXPERIENCE II2 cr. hrs.This clinical experience encompasses approximately 50hours in a designated hospital during which you will beevaluated in the performance of the activities and procedurescovered in EMS 1555, EMS 1685, and EMS 1686 duringthe second term of the Paramedic Program. This coursemeets the requirements of the United <strong>State</strong>s Department ofTransportation National Standard Curriculum. Prerequisite:EMS 1010C. Corequisite: EMS 1657. (OA)EMS 1643 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL EXPERIENCE III1 cr. hr.This clinical experience encompasses approximately 25hours in a designated hospital during which you will beevaluated in the performance of the activities and procedurescovered in EMS 1687 during the third term of the ParamedicProgram. This course meets the requirements of the United<strong>State</strong>s Department of Transportation National StandardCurriculum. Prerequisite: EMS 1642. Corequisite: EMS1658. (OA)EMS 1656 PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP I1 cr. hr.This field internship experience is approximately 78 hours inlength during which you will be evaluated in the performance ofthe activities and procedures covered in EMS 1014, EMS 1600,and EMS 1681 by Emergency Medical Services Personnel andcollege faculty during the first term of the Paramedic Program.This internship meets the requirements of the United <strong>State</strong>sDepartment of Transportation National Standard Curriculum.Prerequisite: EMT Certificate. Corequisite: EMS 1010C. (OA)EMS 1657 PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP II2 cr. hrs.This field internship experience is approximately 156 hours inlength during which you will be evaluated in the performanceof the activities and procedures covered in EMS 1555, EMS1685, and EMS 1686 by Emergency Medical ServicesPersonnel and college faculty during the second term of theParamedic Program. This internship meets the requirementsof the United <strong>State</strong>s Department of Transportation NationalStandard Curriculum. Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisite:EMS 1642. (OA)EMS 1658 PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP III3 cr. hrs.This field internship experience is approximately 234 hours inlength during which you will be evaluated in the performanceof the activities and procedures covered in EMS 1687, aswell as all other areas of instruction prior to this point inthe program by Emergency Medical Services Personneland college faculty during the third term of the ParamedicProgram. This internship is meant to be a cumulative learningexperience, preparing the student to be able to function as aparamedic in the field. This internship meets the requirementsof the United <strong>State</strong>s Department of Transportation NationalStandard Curriculum. Prerequisite: EMS 1642. Corequisite:EMS 1643. (OA)EMS 1681 PARAMEDIC SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS2 cr. hrs.This course provides paramedic special considerationsinstruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program andmeets the requirements of the United <strong>State</strong>s Departmentof Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Courseinstruction includes patient assessment, communication, and173
sfccdocumentation. Prerequisite: EMS <strong>11</strong>59C. Corequisites: EMS1010C, EMS 1681L. (OA)EMS 1681L PARAMEDIC SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONSLAB2 cr. hrs.This lab covers paramedic special considerationsinstruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program andmeets the requirements of the United <strong>State</strong>s Departmentof Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Labinstruction includes patient assessment, communication,and documentation. Prerequisite: EMS <strong>11</strong>59C. Corequisites:EMS 1010C, EMS 1681. Lab Fee. (OA)EMS 1685 PARAMEDIC MEDICAL EMERGENCIES3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to provide paramedic medicalemergencies instruction for the Paramedic CertificateProgram and meets the requirements of the United <strong>State</strong>sDepartment of Transportation National Standard Curriculum.Course instruction includes pulmonology and cardiology.Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisites: EMS 1642, EMS1685L. (OA)EMS 1685L PARAMEDIC MEDICAL EMERGENCIES LAB2 cr. hrs.This lab covers paramedic medical emergencies instructionfor the Paramedic Certificate Program and meetsthe requirements of the United <strong>State</strong>s Department ofTransportation National Standard Curriculum. Lab instructionincludes pulmonology and cardiology. Prerequisite: EMS1010C. Corequisites: EMS 1642, EMS 1685. Lab Fee. (OA)EMS 1686 PARAMEDIC SPECIAL EMERGENCIES3 cr. hrs.This course provides paramedic special emergenciesinstruction for the Paramedic Certificate Program andmeets the requirements of the United <strong>State</strong>s Departmentof Transportation National Standard Curriculum. Courseinstruction includes neurology, endocrinology, allergies andanaphylaxis, gastroenterology, genitourinary, toxicology,environmental, and infectious/communicable diseases.Prerequisite: EMS 1010C. Corequisites: EMS 1642, EMS1686L. (OA)EMS 1686L PARAMEDIC SPECIAL EMERGENCIES LAB1 cr. hr.This lab covers paramedic special emergencies instructionfor the Paramedic Certificate Program and meetsthe requirements of the United <strong>State</strong>s Department ofTransportation National Standard Curriculum. Lab instructionincludes neurology, endocrinology, allergies and anaphylaxis,gastroenterology, genitourinary, toxicology, environmental,and infectious/communicable diseases. Prerequisite: EMS1010C. Corequisites: EMS 1642, EMS 1686. Lab Fee. (OA)EMS 1687 PARAMEDIC RESCUE EMERGENCIES4 cr. hrs.Course instruction includes cardiology, hematology, andrescue awareness and operations, assessment basedmanagement, and ambulance operations. Prerequisites:EMS 1681, EMS 1685, EMS 1686. Corequisite: EMS 1687L.(OA)EMS 1687L PARAMEDIC RESCUE EMERGENCIES LAB4 cr. hrs.This lab covers paramedic rescue emergencies instruction forthe Paramedic Certificate Program and meets the requirementsof the United <strong>State</strong>s Department of Transportation NationalStandard Curriculum. Lab instruction includes neonatal,pediatrics, geriatrics, rescue awareness and operations,assessment based management, and ambulance operations,hazardous materials, crime scene awareness, abuse andassault, acute interventions with the chronically ill, and EMSresponse to terrorism. Prerequisite: EMS 1642. Corequisites:EMS 1643, EMS 1687. Lab Fee. (OA)EMS 2930SPECIAL TOPICS IN EMERGENCY MEDI-CAL TECHNOLOGY (OA) 1 cr. hr.ENC 0001C WRITING FOR SUCCESS 4 coll. prep. crs.Improves basic writing skills by stressing good sentenceand paragraph construction, grammar and usage, spelling,and punctuation. Classroom instruction, individual tutoringconferences, and two hours of laboratory activities per weekare required. This college developmental course does notcount toward the associate degrees. (PR)ENC 0010C FUNDAMENTALS OF WRITING4 coll. prep. crs.Instruction in basic writing skills through paragraph patternsand short essay writing. Classroom instruction, individualtutoring conferences, and two hours of laboratory activitiesper week are required. This college developmental class doesnot count toward the associate degrees. Lab required. (PR)ENC 0020C WRITING PORTFOLIO 4 coll. prep. crs.This course is designed for you, if you have already takenFundamentals of English at least once, and have passedthe theory portion of the exit exam but have not passedthe essay-writing portion. This is an opportunity to becomequalified to retake the essay portion of the exam. You willpractice prescribed essay writing skills throughout the termby responding to writing prompts. The prompts will inviteyou to improve your expository skills by practicing themodes, such as narration; description; comparison/contrast;illustration; process analysis; cause and effect; classification;and argumentation. This college developmental course doesnot count toward the associate degrees. Prerequisite: Five orlower on the essay portion of the exit exam and successfulpassing score on the theory portion of the exit exam. Labrequired. Usually offered online. (PR)ENC <strong>11</strong>01 FRESHMAN ENGLISH I 3 cr. hrs.A study of the forms of discourse, as illustrated in contemporaryessays, designed to train you in methods of forceful expression,logical thinking, and intelligent reading. The course includesintensive study and practice in the mechanics of compositionincluding a research paper. Prerequisite: Acceptable scores on174
sfccplacement test. Writing and computation course requirementsare college-level writing in multiple assignments. (TR)ENC <strong>11</strong>01 HONORS FRESHMAN ENGLISH I3 cr. hrs.This course introduces college-level writing, researching,analysis, and argumentation. Prerequisite: Acceptablescores on placement test. Writing and computationcourse requirements are college-level writing in multipleassignments. Offered fall term. (TR)ENC <strong>11</strong>02 FRESHMAN ENGLISH II 3 cr. hrs.Designed to develop your ability to read literature criticallyand to improve your ability to write effectively. Emphasis ison style; exposure to various literary genres; and planning,writing, and documenting short research papers andcritical essays. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENC<strong>11</strong>01 with a grade of C or better. Writing and computationcourse requirements are college-level writing in multipleassignments. (TR)ENC <strong>11</strong>02 HONORS FRESHMAN ENGLISH II3 cr. hrs.Within the context of exploring different genres and differentthemes/issues, you will be assigned creative projects,researched writing, and real-world applications. Prerequisite:Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a grade of C orbetter. Writing and computation course requirements arecollege-level writing in multiple assignments. Offered springterm. (TR)ENC 2210 TECHNICAL WRITING 3 cr. hrs.The study and practice of various forms of technical writingto include: abstracts, reviews, reports, articles, andspeeches. Emphasis is on scientific and technical ideasand effective verbal presentation of these ideas. Prerequisite:Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a grade of Cor better. (TR)ENL 2012 BRITISH LITERATURE I 3 cr. hrs.This course is a survey of the development of British literaturefrom Anglo-Saxon times through the eighteenth century,with attention to the historical background, the continuity ofessential traditions, and the characteristic flavor of the othersubsequent periods. Critical essays and oral reports areassigned. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01with a grade of C or better. (TR)ENL 2012 HONORS BRITISH LITERATURE I3 cr. hrs.A survey of literature from the British Isles from the collapse ofthe Roman Empire to the French Revolution, in perspectivesdrawn from formalist, historical, and cultural criticism. Themesand topics may vary slightly from term to term, but there willalways be several mystics, poets, knights, explorers, outlawsand outspoken women, a Shakespeare play, and at leastone dragon. Critical essays and oral reports are assigned.Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a gradeof C or better; ENC <strong>11</strong>02 strongly recommended. (TR)ENL 2022 BRITISH LITERATURE II 3 cr. hrs.A survey of the development of British literature from theNineteenth century to present. Emphasis is on the relevanceof the following traditions: Romanticism, Victorianism, and theearly Twentieth century as related to contemporary thought.Critical essays and reports are assigned. Prerequisite:Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a grade of C orbetter. (TR)ENL 2022 HONORS BRITISH LITERATURE II3 cr. hrs.A survey of the development of British literature from theNineteenth century to present. Emphasis is on the relevanceof the following traditions: Romanticism, Victorianism, and theearly Twentieth century as related to contemporary thought.Critical essays and reports are assigned. Prerequisite:Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a grade of C orbetter; ENC <strong>11</strong>02 strongly recommended. (TR)EPI 0001 Classroom Management3 inst. cr. hrs., 40 con. hrs.EPI 0001 is an introduction to the classroom environmentwhich prepares you to set up a classroom, establishclassroom policies and procedures, maintain cooperativerelations with parents, and research professional literatureto seek best practices and to hone the craft of effectiveinstruction. A major focus of this module is the ethical andlegal obligations of the teaching profession. Prerequisites:Approval of the EPI Coordinator, and official acceptance asan SFCC and EPI student.EPI 0002 Instructional Strategies3 inst. cr. hrs., 40 con. hrs.EPI 0002 prepares you to achieve proficiency in theapplication of a variety of instructional strategies basedon knowledge of diverse learning styles. Topics coveredin the course include lesson planning, Sunshine <strong>State</strong>Standards, Bloom’s Taxonomy, critical thinking, learningstyles, multiple intelligences, instructional presentation styles,cooperative learning, group learning, contextual learning,and project-based learning. Prerequisites: Approval of theEPI Coordinator, and official acceptance as an SFCC andEPI student.EPI 0003 Technology 3 inst. cr. hrs., 40 con. hrs.This hybrid course will enable you to acquire the technologyskills required for effective classroom instruction and recordsmanagement including learning centers, computer-basedrecord keeping, technology enhanced instructional strategies,Internet resources, Web quests, Web page development,integration of technology and the learning process, andcopyright and fair use guidelines. Prerequisites: Approvalof the EPI Coordinator, and official acceptance as an SFCCand EPI student.EPI 0004 Teaching and Learning Process3 inst. cr. hrs., 40 con. hrs.This course provides a fundamental understanding of thevaried learning theories applied in the instructional process.Standardized testing and use of testing results are stressed.175
sfccTopics include theories of learning and human development,intelligence, accommodations for student exceptionalities(including second language learners), student assessment,FCAT, and the Sunshine <strong>State</strong> Standards. Prerequisites:Approval of the EPI Coordinator, and official acceptance asan SFCC and EPI student.EPI 0010 Research-Based Practices in Reading3 inst. cr. hrs., 40 con. hrs.This is an intense hybrid course which will document yourachievement of module two of the reading competencyrequired for <strong>Florida</strong> teachers. Topics include evidence aboutlearning to read, introduction to the foundations of language,strategies for teaching reading, the reading and writingconnection, and reading in the content areas. Prerequisites:Approval of the EPI Coordinator, and official acceptance asan SFCC and EPI student.EPI 0020 Professional Foundations2 inst. cr. hrs., 30 con. hrs.This course is an introduction to the fundamental aspects ofbecoming a member of the teaching profession. You will gainan understanding of foundations of the American educationsystem, organization and administration of public schools,laws governing teachers, the code of ethics, and the purposeof schools. Topics covered include school governanceand finance, school law, teacher ethics, and professionaldevelopment. Prerequisites: Approval of the EPI Coordinator,and official acceptance as an SFCC and EPI student.EPI 0030 Diversity 2 inst. cr. hrs., 30 con. hrs.This course provides an understanding of the variety oflearner backgrounds and cultures that may be found in atypical classroom. Topics covered in the course include theimpact of socioeconomic class, religion, language, secondlanguage acquisition, gender, culture and ethnicity, physicaldifferences, and prejudice on the teaching and learningprocesses. Strategies for effective multicultural teaching arealso discussed. Prerequisites: Approval of the EPI Coordinator,and official acceptance as an SFCC and EPI student.EPI 0940 Professional Foundations FieldExperience 1 inst. cr. hr., 15 con. hrs.This course is an introduction to the classroom environmentconducted in real-life education settings through directedobservation. The goals of the field experience are for youto: 1) gain insight into the work of a teacher, 2) observe thedynamics of the instructional process, and 3) interact withteachers and learners in classrooms and other educationsettings. Prerequisites: Approval of the EPI Coordinator,official acceptance as an SFCC and EPI student, andcompletion of level 2 background clearance screening.EPI 0945 Diversity Field Experience1 inst. cr. hr., 15 con. hrs.This course expands on the experiences of EPI 0940.The goals of the field experience are for you to observehighly-qualified teachers at work and to teach under theirsupervision. You will receive feedback on your teachingperformance from clinical educators or nationally boardcertified teachers. Prerequisites: Approval of the EPICoordinator, official acceptance as an SFCC and EPI student,prior completion of EPI 0940 with a grade of 2.5 or higher,and completion of level 2 background clearance screening.Lab Fee.ETD <strong>11</strong>02C TECHNICAL DRAWING I 3 cr. hrs.Use of drawing instruments and computer aided drafting,orthographic and pictorial drawings, sketching, sections,dimensioning, and auxiliary views as applied to manufacturing,building construction, civil engineering, and electronics. LabFee. (OA)ETD 1320C COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING I 3 cr. hrs.Equipment, software, and applications used in computeraided drafting. Lab Fee. (OA)ETD 1530C ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING I 3 cr. hrs.Prepares you to read and prepare construction drawings.You will work with plans, elevations, sections, and detailsas applied to wood, masonry, and concrete structures inaccordance to building code requirements. Pre/Corequisite:ETD 1320C and Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (OA)ETD 1614C APPLIED ELECTRONICS DRAWING2 cr. hrs.Prepares you to create schematics for electronic devices andto design printed circuit boards using E-Z Route Software.Prerequisite: ETD <strong>11</strong>02C. Lab Fee. (OA)ETD 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN DRAFTING AND DESIGN1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)ETD 2200C TECHNICAL DRAWING II 3 cr. hrs.Provides further study and practice in the understandingand application of the engineering graphic language.Topics studied include descriptive geometry, developments,technical illustrations, thread, gearing, tolerance and surfacefinishes. Prerequisite: ETD <strong>11</strong>02C. Lab Fee. (OA)ETD 2340C COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING II 3 cr. hrs.A study of the use of blocks, attributes, customizing ofAutoCAD, the generation of 3-D drawings and models aswell as other selected advanced techniques. Prerequisite:ETD 1320C. Lab Fee. (OA)ETD 2531C ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING II 3 cr. hrs.You will learn to prepare construction drawings for residentialand commercial buildings. Emphasis is given to sitedevelopment plans; sections; foundation plans; framingplans; and electrical, mechanical, and plumbing plans.Prerequisite: ETD 1530C. Lab Fee. (OA)ETD 2905DIRECTED STUDY IN DRAFTING AND DE-SIGN Lab Fee. (OA) 1-4 cr. hrs.176
sfccETD 2930ETD 2949ETG 1949ETG 2949SPECIAL TOPICS IN DRAFTING AND DE-SIGN Lab Fee. (OA) 1-4 cr. hrs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN DRAFTING AND DESIGN (OA)1-3 cr. hrs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ENGINEERING OR CONSTRUC-TION TECHNOLOGY (OA) 1-4 cr. hrs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ENGINEERING OR CONSTRUC-TION TECHNOLOGY (OA) 1-4 cr. hrs.EUH 1000 WESTERN CIVILIZATION I 3 cr. hrs.This course reviews the essential cultural, economic, social,religious, and political developments of Western civilizationsfrom their earliest beginnings to 1648. The importance ofhistorical analysis and research and the inter-relationships ofseveral social sciences disciplines are stressed. (TR) (DV)EUH 1001 WESTERN CIVILIZATION II 3 cr. hrs.This course reviews the essential cultural, economic, social,religious, and political developments of Western civilizationsfrom 1648 to present stressing the emergence of institutionsand ideas. (TR) (DV)EVS 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ENVIRONMENTAL AND NATURALSCIENCES1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)EVS 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ENVIRONMENTAL AND NATURALSCIENCES1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)FFFP 1301 FIRE HYDRAULICS AND WATER SUPPLY3 cr. hrs.This course is an overview of fire characteristics, propertiesof water, apparatus and appliances. Emphasis on developingproper fire streams using hydraulic calculations (theoreticaland practical). Also covers drafting of water, velocity anddischarge, friction loss, engine and nozzle pressure, pressurelosses, municipal water supplies, standpipes and sprinklers,flow and pump testing and applications in fire science.Prerequisite: Certified Firefighter. (OA)FFP 1302 FIRE APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT3 cr. hrs.This course covers the laws, rules and driving techniquesfor emergency vehicles, as well as a review of fire servicehydraulics. Fire-ground evolution and a driving course makeup the practical part of the course. The evolution portion ofthe course includes the use of pre-connected lines, tandempumping, drafting, relays and master streams. Prerequisite:FFP 1301. (OA)FFP 1505 Fire Prevention 3 crs. hrs.A study of fire inspections practices, including such itemsas purpose, definition, liability, authority, responsibility,organizational structure, fire courses, fire behavior, flamespread, inspection techniques, methods of conductinginspections, occupancy types, fire load, Fire PreventionBureau certification. (OA)FFP 1540 PRIVATE FIRE PROTECTION I 3 cr. hrs.A study of private fire protection and detection systems, suchas sprinkler and standpipe systems, chemical extinguishingsystems, detection systems and devices. Each systemis discussed as to its need, construction and preventivemaintenance and individual use. (OA)FFP 1824 BASIC INCIDENT MANAGEMENT1 cr. hr.You will learn the principles and features of an incidentcommand system and how it is organized, identify incidentfacilities and their purposes (such as but not limited tocommand post, staging area, bases, camps, and heliportshelispots),describe incident management resources such asstrike teams, task forces, and single resources, and commonresponsibilities, such as communications and forms. (OA)FFP 1825 INTERMEDIATE INCIDENT MANAGEMENT1 cr. hr.You must be able to list and describe the duties of variouspositions within the incident command system, constructan incident management organization for a given incidentor event, including appropriate procedures for establishingcommand, transferring command, and terminating anincident, demonstrate knowledge of efficient incident resourcemanagement including logistics, finance, administration, andrecordkeeping, understand air operations, and demonstrateknowledge of incident planning processes. Prerequisite:FFP 1824. (OA)FFP 1832 EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO TERRORISM1 cr. hr.This course includes the USFA’s NFA five-level hazardousmaterials training model. These levels are awareness,operations, technician, specialist, and incident command.Occasionally, the material touches on operational andmanagerial issues. The course will introduce first respondersto the consequences of emergency response to terrorism. Theresponse to terrorism will include, in addition to this course,basic concepts for first responders, tactical considerations, andincident management. The USFA’s response to terrorism trainingis consistent with the National Fire Protection Association’sProfessional Qualifications 471, 472, and 473. (OA)FFP 2<strong>11</strong>1 FIRE CHEMISTRY 3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to address knowledge and skillspertaining to chemistry that will be useful to the hazardousmaterials technician. The course features forms of matter,177
sfccenergy, common substances, chemical formulas/structure,bonding of atoms, molecules, isotopes, chemical reactions,and physical effects of chemical exposure to victims. Particularemphasis is placed on how this knowledge can be effectivelyused at a hazardous materials incident. (OA)FFP 2120 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FOR FIRE PRO-TECTION3 cr. hrs.This course addresses the fundamentals of buildingconstruction and design, fire protection features and specialconsiderations for fire inspection and suppression personnel.(OA)FFP 2401 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EMERGENCYOPERATIONS3 cr. hrs.This course provides basic hazardous materials identificationprocesses, incident control techniques, personnel safety,environmental considerations and basic principals of chemistry.Prerequisite: Certified Firefighter. (OA)FFP 2402 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS II 3 cr. hrs.This course is a continuation of FFP 2401 and it concentrateson integrating knowledge about hazardous materialschemistry, storage, transportation, and potential releasescenarios with information about local hazardous materialsincident plans and response systems. Prerequisites: FFP2401 and FFP 2<strong>11</strong>1. (OA)FFP 2423 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS III 2 cr. hrs.This course is a continuation of FFP 2402 and it concentrateson integrating knowledge about hazardous materials chemistry,storage, transportation, and potential release scenarios. Youwill be taught the use of personal protective equipment, tools,detection devises, decontamination procedures and the use ofspecialized equipment that will allow successful mitigation ofa hazardous materials emergency. Prerequisites: FFP 2401,FFP 2402 and FFP 2<strong>11</strong>1. (OA)FFP 2510 RELATED FIRE CODES AND STANDARDS3 cr. hrs.This course will familiarize you with the Life Safety Code, itspurpose, scope and application to the basic classifications ofoccupancy. (OA)FFP 2521 BLUEPRINT READING AND PLAN EXAMI-NATION3 cr. hrs.This course is an introduction to architectural working drawings,reading, and interpretation. (OA)FFP 2541 PRIVATE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS II3 cr. hrs.This course is a study of pre-engineered and portablesystems, extinguishing agents, inspection procedures for codecompliance and enforcement, and alarm systems. (OA)FFP 2604 FIRE INVESTIGATION AND ARSON DE-TECTION3 cr. hrs.This course covers latent investigation practices, includingsuch topics as sketching fire scenes, storage of explosives,fire scene personal safety, arson for profit, profiling fire settersand other topics for investigation. (OA)FFP 2606 POST BLAST INVESTIGATIONS 3 cr. hrs.This course is a study of arson crime scenes that involveexplosions including laboratory procedures, chemical andphysical components of explosive materials, and legal issuesrelative to bombings. (OA)FFP 2610 FIRE INVESTIGATION: ORIGIN AND CAUSE3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to enhance the fire investigatorsability to detect and determinate the origin and cause of afire. Specific topics include fire behavior review, investigatorethics, construction, ignition sources, reading fire patternsand scene reconstruction. Special topics include electrical fireinvestigation, woodland fires, vehicle fires, mobile home fires,RV and boat, and ship fires. Additional topics provide specialemphasis on fire scene documentation and extinguishing/alert systems. (OA)FFP 2612 FIRE BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTION3 cr. hrs.This course explores the theories and fundamentals of howand why fires start, spread, and are controlled. (OA)FFP 2630 LATENT INVESTIGATIONS 3 cr. hrs.A study of fire death and injury investigations, review ofchemistry of hazardous materials, sources of information,motive for arson, and various arson sets and devices. (OA)FFP 2670 LEGAL ISSUES FOR INVESTIGATORS3 cr. hrs.This course covers a study of the state statutes relating toarson, search and seizure guidelines, including case studiesof Supreme Court rulings, civil court rulings, preparing aninvestigation case for trial, and techniques for interviewingwitnesses and suspects. (OA)FFP 2702 principles of emergency services3 cr. hrs.This course provides an overview to fire protection; careeropportunities in fire protection and related fields; philosophyand history of fire. (OA)FFP 2706 PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER3 cr. hrs.This course prepares you to serve effectively as anorganizational spokesperson, according to current practicesin the profession of public relations and numerous examplesfrom the fire service. Particular emphasis will be placed oncase studies in crisis communications and the role of thePublic Information Officer’s role in the Incident CommandSystem. (OA)FFP 2720 COMPANY OFFICER LEADERSHIP3 cr. hrs.This course acquaints you with the basic aspects ofleadership. Specifically, covered are those areas that dealwith leadership style, communications, group dynamics,178
sfccindividual behavior, motivation and the various types ofmanagement currently used in the fire service community.Prerequisite: Certified Firefighter. (OA)FFP 2740 FIRE SERVICE COURSE DELIVERY3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to give you an overview of effectivemethods and techniques used in the teaching process andan opportunity to gain experience through various practicalapplications. (OA)FFP 2741 FIRE SERVICE COURSE DESIGN3 cr. hrs.This course covers the principles of effective curriculumdesign. It stresses the principles of adult learning and studentcenteredlearning. Course includes designing courses andunits that address learning, performance, and behavioralobjectives is the program goal. (OA)FFP 2770 ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES IN FIRE-FIGHTING3 cr. hrs.This course deals with the entire spectrum of issues facingtoday’s fire service leaders. Topics covered include; laborrelations, human rights and diversity, conflicts of interest andframeworks for ethical decisions-making. (OA)FFP 2780 FIRE SERVICE ADMINISTRATION3 cr. hrs.Course is designed to present the principles of managementtheory, and its application in the fire services area. The courseis intended for you, if your area of responsibility encompasseslong and short range planning, budgeting and administration.Prerequisite: Certified Firefighter. (OA)FFP 2810 FIREFIGHTING TACTICS AND STRATE-GIES I3 cr. hrs.This course covers basic factors involved in coping withfire emergency and determining the best use of availableresources in protecting lives and property from fire, heatand smoke. The course emphasizes the changing natureof an emergency situation and the ways in which you canevaluate the effectiveness of your proposed plan of action.Prerequisite: Certified Firefighter. (OA)FFP 28<strong>11</strong> FIREFIGHTING TACTICS AND STRATE-GIES iI3 cr. hrs.This course covers multiple company operations, logistics,strategy, use of mutual aid forces and conflagration control.The course is intended for you, if you may be in command offires and other emergencies involving close coordination oflarge amounts of manpower and equipment. Typical tacticalsituations and case histories are given. The development ofcritical thinking skills is stressed. Prerequisites: FFP 2810and Certified Firefighter. (OA)FIN <strong>11</strong>00 PERSONAL FINANCE 3 cr. hrs.A survey of consumer buying practices including consumercredit, insurance, home ownership, personal investments andexpenditures, buying guidelines, and consumer protectionagencies. (TR)FIN 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN FINANCE AND INVESTMENTS1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)FIN 2001 PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE 3 cr. hrs.Investment characteristics of stocks and bonds, financialanalysis and planning, working capital management, capitalbudgeting, and securities market. Prerequisite: ACG 2001or ACG 2021. (TR)FIN 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN FINANCE AND INVESTMENTS1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)FNR 1060 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLICY3 cr. hrs.This course will introduce basic concepts of environmentalscience and cover policies and regulations on current issues.The course will also review population demographics,ecosystems, wetlands, and various environmental hazards.Offered spring term. (TR)FNR 1949FNR 2905CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGNMENTIN FORESTRY/NATURAL RESOURCES1-4 cr. hrs.DIRECTED STUDY IN ENVIRONMENTALSCIENCE (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.FOS 2201 SANITATION AND SAFETY 3 cr. hrs.Study of sanitation and safety as it relates to the properpurchase, storage, preparation, and service of foods. It isdesigned for food handlers, as well as hospitality managersand supervisors, to identify the hazards associated withtheir particular operation, as well as the foods they preparefor patrons. You will learn about food borne illness, cleaningmethods, pest control, accident prevention, and managementof a sanitary and safe environment and are prepared for theProfessional Food Managers Certification Exam. (OA)FRC 12<strong>11</strong> CITRUS CULTURE 3 cr. hrs.This course is an introduction to the Citrus Industry. Itincludes a study of taxonomy and botany, history, distribution,varieties and rootstocks, propagation, and citrus growth anddevelopment. Offered spring term and second summer flexsession. (TR)FRC 1220 CITRUS PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT3 cr. hrs.This course is an in-depth study of the elements of citrusproduction. It includes: climate and weather, site selectionand design, cold protection, nutrition, irrigation, pests andtheir control, and marketing of citrus products. Prerequisite:FRC 12<strong>11</strong>. Offered fall term. (TR)179
FRC 2905DIRECTED STUDY IN CITRUS (TR)1-6 cr. hrs.FRE <strong>11</strong>20 ELEMENTARY FRENCH I 4 cr. hrs.This course emphasizes a communicative and proficiencyapproach to the teaching of speaking, reading, listening, andwriting of the French language and culture. The audio/videocomponents enable you to function in everyday situationsusing authentic language and culturally appropriate behavior.Lab required. (TR)FRE <strong>11</strong>21 ELEMENTARY FRENCH II 4 cr. hrs.This course continues in the fundamentals of Frenchgrammar with the addition of the reading and writing skills.Prerequisite: FRE <strong>11</strong>20 or equivalent. Must complete bothterms to receive credit toward graduation. Lab required. (TR)FRE 2220 INTERMEDIATE FRENCH I 4 cr. hrs.This course includes reading in the original language; theliterature and cultural history of a variety of French-speakingcountries followed by group discussions. A review of grammaris incorporated to enhance your writing skills. Offered onDemand. Prerequisite: FRE <strong>11</strong>20-<strong>11</strong>21. Lab required. (TR)FRE 2221 INTERMEDIATE FRENCH II 4 cr. hrs.A continuation of FRE 2220, completing a grammar and verbreview. Writing and translation are emphasized. Prerequisite:FRE 2220. Lab required. (TR)FRE 2949CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN FRENCH (TR) 1-4 cr. hrs.FSS 0228 FOOD PREPARATION I60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Procedures and techniques involved in food preparation withemphasis on quality and retention of nutritive values. Kitchenorganization, sanitation, and planning for production areincluded. Laboratory experience is provided in the productionand service of meals including evaluation and controls.Corequisite: FSS 0940L. Lab Fee. (OC)FSS 0229 FOOD PREPARATION II60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Advanced study of quantity food preparation with practicalexperience in preparing and serving quantity foods with emphasison timing, quality, efficiency, and cost controls. Prerequisite: FSS0228. Corequisite: FSS 0940L. Lab Fee. (OC)FSS 0236 QUANTITY FOOD PREPARATION I60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Preparation of quality foods with emphasis on quantitycookery by department and station. Detailed studies in rawmaterials, recipes, menu planning, and the use of institutionalequipment are included. Prerequisite: FSS 0228. Corequisite:FSS 0940L. Lab Fee. (OC)FSS 0237 QUANTITY FOOD PREPARATION II60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Advanced instruction in quantity food preparation, banquetpresentation, catering and other specialty preparations.Corequisite: FSS 0940L. Lab Fee. (OC)sfcc180FSS 0933L FOOD SERVICE LAB30-180 con. hrs. 1-6 occ. crs.This course provides you with food service experiencessimilar to work-place situations. You will learn to apply theoryand skills to both simulated service lab work as well as reallife situations related to the food production and managementfield. (OC)FSS 0940L FOOD PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENTLAB 30-180 con. hrs. 1-6 occ. crs.Lab experiences similar to workplace situations. Theexperience is related to theory presented in associatedcourses. You will have the opportunity to apply theory andskills to both simulated lab work as well as real life situationsrelated to the food production and management field. (OC)FSS 0949APPLIED TECHNIQUES IN FOOD SERVICE(OC) 30-280 con. hrs. 1-9.3 occ. crs.FSS 1063C INTRODUCTION TO BAKING 3 cr. hrs.This course covers fundamentals of baking includingpreparation of yeast breads and rolls, quick breads, pies,cakes, and sweet dough. Proper use and care of equipment,measuring techniques, and sanitation and safety rules areemphasized. Lab Fee. (OA)FSS 1224C FOOD PREPARATION FOR MANAGERS3 cr. hrs.This course covers procedures of quality and quantityproduction; the selection, composition, and preparation ofvarious foods including stocks and sauces, soups, meats,poultry, fish, vegetables, salads, starches, and sandwiches.Additionally, the study of dietary systems and services,sanitation and safety, and the safe use and care of foodservice equipment including simple repair techniques andpreventive maintenance are included. Lab Fee. (OA)FSS 1248C GARDE-MANGER3 cr. hrs.Introduces you to the art of cold foods production, anintegral part of the restaurant and catering business. Thecontent includes preparation of pâtés, mousses, galantines,garnishes, and cold food buffet presentations. Offered onHighlands Campus spring term. Lab Fee. (OA)FSS 2120 HOSPITALITY PURCHASING 3 cr. hrs.This course describes how to develop and implement aneffective purchasing program, focusing on issues pertainingto supplier relations and selection, negotiation, andevaluation. The course includes in-depth material regardingmajor categories of purchases. (OA)FSS 2251 FOOD AND BEVERAGE CONTROLS3 cr. hrs.Provides an understanding of the planning and controlsprocess in food and beverage outlets; details systems forthe control of food, beverage, labor, and sales income; andgives forms and suggestions for implementing effective costcontrol procedures. (OA)
sfccFSS 2930FSS 2948FSS 2949SELECTED TOPICS IN FOOD SERVICE(OA)1-4 cr. hrs.INTERNSHIP IN FOOD SERVICE(OA)1-4 cr. hrs.CO-OP IN FOOD SERVICE (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.GRA <strong>11</strong>00 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER GRAPHICS3 cr. hrs.Instruction and practical exercises in the use of softwarecurrently utilized in the graphics industry. Concepts taughtincludes scanning of images, creation of graphics, and mergingtext with graphics. Emphasis will be placed on design, creativeexpression and communication. Prerequisite: ART 1201C orART 1300C or Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (TR)GGEA 2000 WORLD REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY3 cr. hrs.An introduction to the geographical study of the world.Emphasis is placed upon physical, cultural, political, economic,and demographic patterns that provide the basis for theregional concept of studying world geography. Knowledge ofbasic geographical and cartographical terminology and skills isstressed; the course reviews salient geographical informationassociated with major world regions. (TR) (DV)GEB 10<strong>11</strong> INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS 3 cr. hrs.General business terminology and understanding the agencies,methods, functions, and practices of modern business. (TR)GEB 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN GENERAL BUSINESS 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. Prerequisite:GEB 10<strong>11</strong>. (TR)GEB 2430 BUSINESS ETHICS 3 cr. hrs.Introduces you to the important moral issues that arise invarious business contexts, provides an understanding ofsocial and moral problems, and provides you with resourcesfor developing the necessary reasoning and analytical skillsfor resolving these problems. Strategies for making ethicaland responsible decisions within the context of the businessenvironment will be emphasized. You will discuss andreview case studies to practice decision-making skills and toheighten awareness of ethical principles and dilemmas. (TR)GEB 2930GEB 2949SELECTED TOPICS IN GENERAL BUSI-NESS (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN GENERAL BUSINESS (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.GLY 1000 AN INTRODUCTION TO GEOLOGY: EARTHREVEALED3 cr. hrs.A comprehensive study of the Earth’s physical processesand properties with emphasis on understanding the scientifictheories behind geological principles. The course familiarizesyou with the origin, structure, and composition of the Earth;the physical processes acting upon the Earth; and thedevelopment of the continents and oceans’ basins throughtime. (TR)GRA <strong>11</strong>56 INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER GRAPHICS3 cr. hrs.This course introduces you to the technology of electronicart in the contemporary job market. Emphasis is onthe development of individual skills for design studios,multimedia, illustration, and publishing. Prerequisite: CTS2210 or GRA <strong>11</strong>00. Lab Fee. (TR)GRA 2157 ADVANCED COMPUTER GRAPHICS3 cr. hrs.This course continues to introduce you to the technology ofelectronic art currently in use in the contemporary job market.Emphasis will be on the development of individual skills fordesign studios, multimedia, illustration, publishing, and willfocus on developing these job skills. Emphasis will also beon developing a portfolio and creating video and animation.Prerequisite: GRA <strong>11</strong>56. Lab Fee. (TR)HHCP 0100 NURSING ASSISTANT180 con. hrs. 6 occ. crs.Prepares you to be a nursing assistant and to work in a skillednursing facility, hospital, nursing home, and other health caresettings. Successful completion of this course allows you totake the state exam for certification. Some weekend hoursare required for clinical practice. Prerequisite: Successfulcompletion of the TABE with a score of 8 or above is requiredprior to enrollment. You must earn a theory grade of 75 orhigher to participate in clinical experience. Lab Fee. (OC)HCP 0940 Phlebotomy practicum75 con. hrs. 2.5 occ. crs.You will be assigned to medical facilities where you willpractice venipuncture and capillary puncture on clinicalpatients under close preceptor supervision.Corequisite: MLT0043C. (OC)HFT 1000 INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY MAN-AGEMENT3 cr. hrs.A comprehensive overview of all operating and staffdepartments including information on human resources,security, maintenance, sales and marketing, as well as thetraditional rooms and food and beverage departments. It tracesthe industry’s growth and development while reviewing theorganizational structure of hotels, motels, and resorts. (OA)181
sfccHFT 2530 HOSPITALITY MERCHANDISING AND AD-VERTISING3 cr. hrs.An in-depth look at proven marketing strategies and tacticsto hospitality services that provide methods to help buildoccupancy and revenue. The course demonstrates howhotels, motels, and resorts can play up their unique featuresto compete more effectively in their market. (OA)HFT 2940 INTERNSHIP IN HOTEL, MOTEL, RESTAU-RANT MANAGEMENT3 cr. hrs.This course provides an on-the-job work experience. Jobperformance in the hospitality industry allows the opportunityto use the skills and theory learned in the classroom. Youand your instructor will meet to arrange seminars to evaluateyour work experience. (OA)HFT 2949CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN HOTEL/MOTEL/RESTAURANTMANAGEMENT (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.HIM 0036 OCCUPATIONAL INTRODUCTION MEDICALTRANSCRIPTION48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.An introductory course to prepare you to become familiarwith general medical office transcription and equipment.Provides fundamental principles in English usage, machinetranscription and word processing skills, proofreading andediting, and utilizes medical terminology. Corequisites: MEA0230 and OTA 0101. Lab Fee. (OC)HIM 0038 OCCUPATIONAL ADVANCED MEDICALTRANSCRIPTION 48 con. hrs. 1.6occ. crs.This course introduces you to the profession and to the role ofthe medical transcriptionist. Emphasis is placed on businessEnglish proficiencies as related to medical communicationsand the machine transcription of various medical documents,proofreading, editing, and research. Prerequisite: HIM 0036.Lab Fee. (OC)HIS 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN HISTORY1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)HIS 2206 CONTEMPORARY HISTORY 3 cr. hrs.An in-depth analysis of selected topics of current interestranging from domestic to foreign policy issues. The coursefeatures a pro-con analysis of these issues which are subjectto annual review and revision. The topics in the text areselected by panels of experts contracted by the publisher.The instructor may also introduce special topics into thediscussion. (TR) (DV)HIS 2905 DIRECTED STUDY IN HISTORY-LOCALHISTORY1-3 cr. hrs.A directed independent study that emphasizes topics of localhistorical interest. Instructor’s approval required. (TR)HIS 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN HISTORY1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)HOS 1010 INTRODUCTION TO PLANT SCIENCE3 cr. hrs.A basic study of plant science fundamentals and theirrelationship to agriculture crop production. Topics includeplant growth and development, structure, classification, origin,propagation, influence of climate, reproduction, photosynthesis,respiration, and nutrition. Offered fall term. (TR)HSC 0405C CPR for Healthcare Providers8 con. hrs. .27 occ. crs.A Basic Life Support (BLS) course designed to provide a widevariety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognizeseveral life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, usean AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effectivemanner. The course is intended for certified or noncertified,licensed or non-licensed healthcare professionals. Lab Fee.(OC)HSC 1230C METHODS OF PATIENT CARE 2 cr. hrs.Introduction to principles of infection control, knowledgeof immunodeficiency diseases including AIDS, safety andsecurity procedures in a medical facility, and the knowledge,skills, and attitudes required in emergency medical caresituations. Prerequisite: Program Admission. Corequisites:HSC 1531, MCB <strong>2010</strong>C, RTE 1000, RTE 1503C, RTE 1804L.Lab Fee. (OA)HSC 1531 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 2 cr. hrs.A study of the language of medicine including Greek andLatin roots, suffixes and prefixes, work construction, and wordapplication. Prerequisite: Program Admission. Corequisites:HSC 1230C, RTE 1000, RTE 1503C, RTE 1804L. (OA)HSC 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN HEALTH SCIENCE 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)HSC 2100 PERSONAL HEALTH 3 cr. hrs.This course is a general study of the concepts of health relativeto your personal health as well as the overall consequences tosociety, with a specific emphasis upon the constant challengeof stress and its management, psychological health, theuse and abuse of psychoactive drugs, the responsible useof alcohol, a tobacco-free society, nutrition basics, exercisefor health and fitness, weight management, cardiovascularhealth, cancer, sexually transmitted diseases, and the healthcare system in American society. (TR)HSC 2200 COMMUNITY HEALTH 3 cr. hrs.A general study of the concepts of health relative to theconsequences to the general society (community) as well asto your personal health, with a specific emphasis upon thechallenges of intimate relationships, immunity and infection,sexually transmitted diseases, cardiovascular health, cancer,182
sfccthe use and abuse of psychoactive drugs, personal safety,aging, dying and death, health care, and environmental healthin the American society. (TR)HSC 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN HEALTH SCIENCE 1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)HUM 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN HUMANITIES 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)HUM 2210 HUMANITIES SURVEY I 3 cr. hrs.A survey of the literature, fine arts, religion, philosophy, andmusic of western civilization from its historical beginnings tothe late Middle Ages. Prerequisite: Successful completion ofENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a grade of C or better. Writing and computationcourse requirements are college-level writing in multipleassignments. (TR) (DV)HUM 2210 HONORS HUMANITIES SURVEY I3 cr. hrs.An interactive and participatory survey of the literature, finearts, religion, philosophy, and music of our civilizations fromtheir historical beginnings to the late Middle Ages. Prerequisite:Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a grade of C orbetter. Writing and computation course requirements arecollege-level writing in multiple assignments. Offered fallterm. (TR)HUM 2230 HUMANITIES SURVEY II 3 cr. hrs.A survey of the literature, fine arts, religion philosophy, andmusic of western civilizations from the Renaissance toPost-Modern. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENC<strong>11</strong>01 with a grade of C or better. Writing and computationcourse requirements are college-level writing in multipleassignments. (TR) (DV)HUM 2230 HONORS HUMANITIES SURVEY II3 cr. hrs.An interactive and participatory survey of the literature, finearts, religion, philosophy, and music of our civilizations fromthe Renaissance to the present. Prerequisite: Successfulcompletion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 or Honors ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a gradeof C or better. Writing and computation course requirementsare college-level writing in multiple assignments. Offered fallterm. (TR)HUM 2701 HUMANITIES OVERSEAS STUDY PRO-GRAM1-6 cr. hrs.This is a study of cultural aspects of other countries bothin the classroom setting and on-site visits, giving specialattention to cross-cultural influences. You will survey majorexpressions of art, music, literature, drama, architecture,philosophy and religions of the geographic sites visited.(TR) (DV)HUM 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN HUMANITIES 1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)HUN 1201 NUTRITION 3 cr. hrs.Provides fundamental principles and practices that areessential in nutritional care to maintain health, preventillness, and provide support and therapy during illness. Italso presents background and information for the applicationof nutrition for your personal needs, principles of learningand teaching nutrition, and information for the selection offood required to meet the physiological and psychologicalneeds of the individual to conform to his/her socio-economicbackground. (TR)IIDH <strong>11</strong>07 THE COMPETITIVE EDGE 1 cr. hr.Includes both study and practice of leadership styles andbehaviors. You will learn to identify and enhance your ownleadership skills. Required for graduation with the HonorsProgram endorsement. Offered spring term. (TR)IDH 1921 HONORS SYMPOSIUM I - VI 1-3 cr. hrs.Designed to support special honors projects, whetherteam projects or individual, this course involves a term ofconcentrated work in one area of study. Offered spring term.Lab Fee. (TR)IDH 2001-06 HONORS SEMINAR I - VI 1-3 cr. hrs.An interdisciplinary, variable-topic seminar emphasizingself-directed student research, class discussion, and oralpresentations. Past topics have included “Enlightenmentand Modernity,” “Science Fiction through Literature andFilm,” “Doing Business in a Global Culture,” Images ofAfrica,” and “Shakespeare’s Life and Times.” One HonorsSeminar is required for graduation with the Honors Programendorsement. Prerequisite: ENC <strong>11</strong>01. Offered fall andsometimes spring term. (TR)IDH2930-39 SPECIAL TOPICS IN INTERDISCIPLINARYHONORS (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.IDS 0001L ACADEMIC INDIVIDUALIZED REVIEW1-3 coll. prep. hrs.This course is intended to meet your needs, if: 1) you feelthe need to refresh one or more of the academic skills(mathematics, writing, reading) assessed by a collegeplacement test; 2) your college placement test scoresmandate placement into one or more college developmentalcourses; or 3) you desire to refresh one or more academicskills prior to enrolling in a college transfer course. In allcases, if you have completed your academic individualizedreview, you may test/retest for the college placement test.The course may be repeated should the college placementtest score(s) remain less than passing. This lab course doesnot count toward the associate degrees. (PR)183
sfccIDS 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ECOLOGY1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)IDS 2930 SERVICE-LEARNING IN THE ARTS ANDSCIENCES1-2 cr. hrs.Service-learning is a form of learning in which you engagein activities that address community needs with structuredopportunities to promote student learning and development.Prerequisite: All service applications, placement procedures,and course assignment agreements must be submitted tothe Director of Service-Learning six weeks prior to the startof the term. (TR)IDS 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ECOLOGY1-4 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)INP 1390 HUMAN RELATIONS 3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to help you enhance yourinterpersonal skills in both your personal life and in theworkplace. Emphasis is placed on self-assessment and skilldevelopment in areas such as interpersonal communications,teamwork, group problem solving, conflict resolution, ethicalbehavior, and leadership. (TR)INR 2002 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 3 cr. hrs.This course is designed as a general introduction to the politicsof relationships between countries, groups of countries andnon-state actors such as terrorists, multinational corporations,and nongovernmental organizations. This course willintroduce you to the history and theory of internationalrelations, the causes of war, the role of the internationaleconomy and globalization, and the role of individuals andindividual nation states. Offered in spring and fall terms.Offered in summer only as a Web course. (TR)IPM 2671 PRINCIPLES OF PEST MANAGEMENT3 cr. hrs.This course is an introduction to various pest managementtopics including categories of insects and diseases, anidentification of common plant pests and corrective measures,integrated pest management strategies, and proper handling,storage and safety precautions for pesticide use. Offeredspring term. (TR)ISS 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN SOCIAL SCIENCES 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)ISS 2905 DIRECTED FIELD STUDY IN SOCIAL SCI-ENCE1-6 cr. hrs.Overseas study course. Pre-tour instruction, student preparedtopics, journals, and post-tour papers are required. (TR) (DV)ISS 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN SOCIAL SCIENCES (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.JJOU 1000 JOURNALISM I 3 cr. hrs.A study of the profession of journalism and of the theory andpractice of writing news including practical experience ingathering and writing both news and feature stories. Offeredon Demand. (TR)JOU 1002 JOURNALISM II 3 cr. hrs.Fundamentals of copy editing for mass media includingselection, processing, and display of news. Prerequisite:JOU 1000 or Instructor’s approval. (TR)LLDE 2402 LANDSCAPE DESIGN 3 cr. hrs.This course studies the basic principles of landscape design,including project planning, soil and site preparation, drawing,irrigation and drainage systems, and plant installation. Inaddition, course will include a discussion of special problemsand trends in the landscaping industry. Prerequisite: HOS1010. Offered spring term. (OA)LIS 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN LIBRARY SCIENCE 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)LIS 2004 INTRODUCTION TO INTERNET RESEARCH1 cr. hr.This is a one-credit hour distance learning course. Thiscourse is delivered via the World Wide Web and Internete-mail. The course focuses on methods of accessinginformation resources available through the Internet. Youwill learn how to design effective search strategies, retrieve,evaluate, and cite Internet resources. (TR)LIS 2900 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY DIRECTEDINDEPENDENT STUDY1 cr. hr.A directed independent study including methodologiesfor obtaining accurate information, critical assessment ofresources materials, study of ambiguities of language,elements of logic and precise expression, and intense reviewof and appreciation for various academic areas. The coursemay be repeated three times for credit. (TR)LIS 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN LIBRARY SCIENCE 1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)LIT 2<strong>11</strong>0 WORLD LITERATURE I 3 cr. hrs.A survey of major periods and forms in literature from theGreek and Roman classics through the Renaissance.184
sfccDistinctive characteristics of each style or genre as well asthe cultural background of each period are emphasized.Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with agrade of C or better. (TR) (DV)LIT 2<strong>11</strong>0 HONORS WORLD LITERATURE I3 cr. hrs.A survey of literature composed before 1500 in the diversecultures and civilizations of the world. Myths, legends, oralcompositions and written works may be studied. The distinctivecharacteristics of each kind of work are emphasized, alongwith the work’s relationship to the culture which producedit. The course is taught seminar-style; you are expected toparticipate vigorously in discussion and to make a substantialoral presentation during the course. Prerequisite: Successfulcompletion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a grade of C or better; ENC <strong>11</strong>02strongly recommended. (TR) (DV)LIT 2120 WORLD LITERATURE II 3 cr. hrs.A survey of major periods and types of literature fromRenaissance to the present day. Cultural backgrounds,trends, and genre and style characteristics are emphasized.Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with agrade of C or better. (TR) (DV)LIT 2120 HONORS WORLD LITERATURE II3 cr. hrs.A study of twentieth century non-Western Literature thatpresents global cultures through consideration of a richdiversity of texts and analysis of their literary, cultural,and human significance. Writing and computation courserequirements are college-level writing in multiple assignments.Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENC <strong>11</strong>01 with a gradeof C or better; ENC <strong>11</strong>02 strongly recommended. Offeredspring term. (TR) (DV)LIT 2930 SPECIAL TOPICS IN LITERATURE3 cr. hrs.A directed independent study course which allows for a focusedstudy in literature so that you may conduct an in-depth study ofa special topic selected by the instructor. (TR)MMAC <strong>11</strong>05 COLLEGE ALGEBRA 3 cr. hrs.Basic principles of algebra including algebraic expressions;equations and inequalities; rational, exponential, andlogarithmic functions; techniques of graphing; quadratics andconic sections. Prerequisite: MAT 1033 with a grade of C orhigher, satisfactory score on placement test. (TR)MAC <strong>11</strong>14 PLANE TRIGONOMETRY 3 cr. hrs.Trigonometric functions and their inverses, trigonometricidentities and conditional equations, vectors and complexnumbers, techniques of graphing, solutions of triangles, andpractical applications of trigonometry. Prerequisite: MAC <strong>11</strong>05with a grade of C or higher or with permission of the SFCCMath Chair; geometry recommended. (TR)MAC <strong>11</strong>40 PRECALCULUS ALGEBRA 3 cr. hrs.Topics included are properties and graphs of polynomialand rational functions, polynomial and rational inequalities,properties and graphs of exponential and logarithmicfunctions, piecewise defined functions, matrices anddeterminants, sequences and series, mathematical induction,and the binomial theorem. Prerequisite: MAC <strong>11</strong>05 with agrade of C or higher and MAC <strong>11</strong>14 with a grade of C orhigher. (TR)MAC <strong>11</strong>47 PRECALCULUS ALGEBRA/TRIGONOM-ETRY5 cr. hrs.This course is an accelerated one term course covering theprimary topics of both MAC <strong>11</strong>40 and MAC <strong>11</strong>14. This fastpaced course is designed for you, if you are a motivated andhigh achieving student who plans to take MAC 23<strong>11</strong>. Topicsin Precalculus Algebra include the study of functions andtheir graphs (including polynomial, rational, exponential, andlogarithmic functions), systems of equations and inequalities(including matrices), and sequences and series. Topics inTrigonometry include the study of the trigonometric functionsand their graphs, applications of trigonometry, trigonometricidentities and equations, and the laws of sines and cosines.Prerequisite: MAC <strong>11</strong>05 with a grade of B or higher or withpermission of the SFCC Math Chair. (TR)MAC 2233 CALCULUS FOR BUSINESS AND SOCIALSCIENCES3 cr. hrs.This course is designed for you, if you are majoring inbusiness, economics, and social sciences. Topics includefunctions; limits; differentiation and integration of algebraic,exponential, and logarithmic functions; and an emphasis onapplications in business and social sciences. Prerequisite:MAC <strong>11</strong>05 with a grade of C or higher or with permission ofthe SFCC Math Chair. (TR)MAC 23<strong>11</strong> CALCULUS I with ANALYTIC GEOMETRY4 cr. hrs.This course is designed for you, if you have masteredthe concepts of college algebra and trigonometry. Topicsinclude functions, graphing, continuity, derivatives, integrals,analytical geometry, and applications. Prerequisite: MAC<strong>11</strong>14 with a grade of C or higher and MAC <strong>11</strong>40 with a grade ofC or higher, or with permission of the SFCC Math Chair. (TR)MAC 23<strong>11</strong> HONORS CALCULUS I with ANALYTICGEOMETRY4 cr. hrs.You will experience an in-depth and enriched coverage of thetopics discussed in Calculus I with Analytic Geometry. Youwill have the opportunity to do independent studies, groupprojects, and class presentations in addition to the normalactivities of Calculus I with Analytic Geometry. Prerequisite:MAC <strong>11</strong>14 with a grade of C or higher and MAC <strong>11</strong>40 with agrade of C or higher, or with permission of the SFCC MathChair. (TR)MAC 2312 CALCULUS II 4 cr. hrs.This course includes differentiation and integration oftranscendental functions, parametric equations, arcs, analyticgeometry, techniques of integration and applications of the185
sfccintegral. Prerequisite: MAC 23<strong>11</strong> with a grade of C or higher,or with permission of the SFCC Math Chair. (TR)MAC 2313 CALCULUS III 4 cr. hrs.This course includes infinite series and Taylor expansions,partial derivatives, line integrals, polar coordinates, vectorsin three dimensions, multiple integration, and applications.Prerequisite: MAC 2312 with a grade of C or higher, or withpermission of the SFCC Math Chair. (TR)MAC 2930MAN 1930SELECTED TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.SPECIAL TOPICS IN MANAGEMENT (TR)3 cr. hrs.MAN 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN MANAGEMENT 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. Prerequisite:MAN 2021. (TR)MAN 2021 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT 3 cr. hrs.Basic functions of management: planning, organizing,staffing, leading, and controlling. (TR)MAN 2930SELECTED TOPIC IN MANAGEMENT (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.MAN 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN MANAGEMENT 1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)MAP 2302 DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS 3 cr. hrs.The course covers the basic methods and fundamentaltheorems of ordinary differential equations with applicationsin the natural sciences and engineering. Topics include:solutions of first order differential equations of various types,including separable, exact, homogeneous, linear and Bernoulliequations; solutions of nth order linear differential equations;solutions by series; “Laplace” transforms; numerical methods;and systems of linear differential equations. Prerequisite:MAC 2312 with a grade of C or higher. (TR)MAR 20<strong>11</strong> PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING 3 cr. hrs.This course is a mid-management approach to functions andinstitutions including analysis of demand, product planning,market segmentation, distribution, retailing, wholesaling,advertising, sales promotion, pricing, and market research. (TR)MAR 2930MAR 2949SELECTED TOPICS IN MARKETING (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN MARKETING AND MID-MANAGE-MENT (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.MAT 0012C Pre-algebra 4 coll. prep. hrs.Prepares you for MAT 0024C. Major topics include wholenumbers, fractions, decimals, ratios and proportions, andpercents. Classroom instruction and laboratory activities arerequired. This college developmental course does not counttoward the associate degrees. Prerequisite: Placement test.Lab required. (PR)MAT 0024C BEGINNING ALGEBRA 4 coll. prep. hrs.Prepares you for MAT 1033. Topics include real numbersand their properties, polynomials, linear equations andinequalities, formulas and applications, and graphing.Classroom instruction and laboratory activities are required.This college developmental course does not count towardthe associate degrees. Prerequisite: Designated level onplacement test. Lab required. (PR)MAT 1033 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA 3 cr. hrs.Prepares you for MGF <strong>11</strong>06, MGF <strong>11</strong>07, MAC <strong>11</strong>05, orSTA 2023. Instruction includes operations with algebraicexpressions, polynomials, properties of real numbers,exponents, radicals, factoring, algebraic fractions, linearequations, and inequalities. Prerequisite: MAT 0024C ordesignated level on placement test. (TR)MAT 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN MATHEMATICS 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)MAT 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN MATHEMATICS 1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)MCB <strong>2010</strong>C MICROBIOLOGY 4 cr. hrs.This course includes the study of the structure and diversityof bacteria and viruses. The fungi and protozoan kingdomsare also surveyed. The immune system is also studied.The course culminates with a study of infectious diseases.Prerequisite: Successful completion of any collegelevelbiological science course or instructor’s approval.Corequisite: MCB <strong>2010</strong>L. Lab Fee. (TR)MEA 0230 OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.This course introduces you to the structure of the medicallanguage by providing the basic principles of medical wordbuilding and includes study of the body as a whole (i.e., levelsof organization, planes, body cavities, and directional terms).The course also introduces you to the following body systems,their related terms and pharmacology: integumentary, skeletaland muscular, digestive, cardiovascular, blood and lymphatic,respiratory, urinary, endocrine, nervous, ear and eye, maleand female reproductive, and oncology. Lab Fee. (OC)MEA 0310 OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL OFFICE PRO-CEDURES 48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.You will learn to perform the duties of the administrativemedical assistant under realistic conditions and with realisticpressures that require you to organize your work andset priorities. It teaches administrative office procedures186
sfccas well as providing exercises in judgment, independentaction, and coping with interruptions. Emphasis is placedon the importance of the computerization of routine tasksand communications in the medical office. Work ethics,patient confidentiality, professionalism, and interpersonalrelationships are stressed. Corequisites: MEA 0230 and OTA0101. Lab Fee. (OC)MEA 0320L MEDICAL SECRETARY LAB30-180 con. hrs. 1-6 occ. crs.Provides you with the opportunity to apply the conceptspresented in the related class to simulated medical officeexperiences and to further develop and refine the skillsnecessary for obtaining and retaining a position in a medicaloffice. (OC)MEA 0334 OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL INSURANCEAND BILLING 48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.Instruction provides concepts and processes of medicalinsurance coordination and billing. Emphasis is placedon diagnostic and procedural coding, types of insuranceand managed care structure. Insurance billing experienceis obtained through the use of computerized software.Prerequisite: MEA 0230. Lab Fee. (OC)MEA 0810 OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL WORK EXPERI-ENCE48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.In this course you will complete the related learningexternship and makes decisions regarding quality of work andprioritization of projects. This requirement may be satisfiedthrough a cooperative work experience. Prerequisite: OTA0101. Corequisite: OTA 0490. Lab Fee. (OC)MET 1001 WEATHER AND CLIMATE 3 cr. hrs.An introductory course on weather and climate. You will beintroduced to Earth’s atmosphere and the dynamic world ofweather as it happens by working with current meteorologicaldata delivered via the Internet and coordinated with learninginvestigations keyed to the day’s weather and through thestudy of archived real-world meteorological data. (TR)MGF <strong>11</strong>06 LIBERAL ARTS MATHEMATICS I3 cr. hrs.This is a general education course which includes the collegelevel skills not included in the courses Beginning Algebra(MAT 0024C) and Intermediate Algebra (MAT 1033). Topicsinclude problem solving, deductive and inductive reasoning,set theory, logic, systematic counting and probability,statistics, plane geometry, and history of mathematics.Prerequisite: MAT 1033 with a grade of C or higher, or suitableplacement score. (TR)MGF <strong>11</strong>07 LIBERAL ARTS MATHEMATICS II3 cr. hrs.This course will present topics that demonstrate the beautyand utility of mathematics. Some appropriate topics arefinancial mathematics, linear and exponential growth,numbers and number systems, history of mathematics,elementary number theory and graph theory, logic, andreasoning. Prerequisite: MAT 1033 with a grade of C orhigher, or suitable placement score. (TR)MKA 2021 PRINCIPLES OF SALESMANSHIP3 cr. hrs.A practical course developing your sales skills, if you are astudent with an entry level occupational interest and, if youare pursuing a career in selling. (OA)MKA 2041 PRINCIPLES OF RETAILING 3 cr. hrs.A mid-management approach to retailing including analysisof markets, management techniques and controls, startingup a business, and operating a business. (OA)MKA 2241 EXPORT/IMPORT MARKETING 3 cr. hrs.An introductory level approach to enable you to work inexport/import marketing. The scope of the course coverspricing, advertising methods, and channels of distribution atan international level. Offered on Demand. (OA)MKA 25<strong>11</strong> ADVERTISING AND SALES PROMOTION3 cr. hrs.Explores all phases of sales promotion including advertising,display, direct mail, radio, and television. Emphasis is placed oncreation of the message; selection of media; and the planning,coordination, and evaluation of the campaign. (OA)MKA 2701 MARKET RESEARCH 3 cr. hrs.An introductory level approach to give you both the ability toperform market research studies and to judge the quality ofmarket research done by outside research firms. Prerequisites:MAR 20<strong>11</strong>; MKA 2041; or Instructor’s approval. (OA)MKA 2930SELECTED TOPICS IN MARKET APPLICA-TIONS (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.MLT 0043C Basic Concepts of Phlebotomy82 con. hrs. 2.7 occ. crs.A combined lecture/lab course comprise of proper patient andspecimen identification, medical terminology, anatomy andphysiology, professionalism and communication skills, safety,infection control, and blood collection procedures. Courseincludes collecting blood specimens by venipuncture, skinpuncture, dermal puncture, and arterial puncture includingspecimen transport and storage requirements, qualityassurance and quality control. Corequisite: HCP 0940. (OC)MMC 1949 CO-OP Education TRAIN ASSIGNMENT INMASS MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)MMC 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAIN ASSIGNMENT INMASS MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)187
sfccMNA 2300 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT3 cr. hrs.Examines the human resource department’s function in abusiness organization and the supervisor’s responsibility forthe staff position of Human Resource Manager. Prerequisite:MAN 2021. (TR)MNA 2303 INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC PERSONNELMANAGEMENT3 cr. hrs.Course concentrates on the major issues facing the managerof public employees. These include selection and promotionalprocess, performance appraisal systems, labor relations,employee rights and the future concerns of public sectoremployment. (OA)MNA 2345 MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION3 cr. hrs.An examination of the ever-increasing complexity ofsupervisory management. Major focus is on the developmentof personal and professional skills that assist a supervisorylevel individual in becoming a more effective manager ofhuman resources. These skills include planning, organizing,staffing, leading, controlling, and labor relations. (TR)MNA 2930SELECTED TOPICS IN APPLIED MANAGE-MENT (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.MTB <strong>11</strong>03 BUSINESS MATHEMATICS USING SPREAD-SHEETS3 cr. hrs.This course covers the fundamentals of business mathematicswith applications to banking, payroll, taxes and insurance,purchasing merchandise, markup and markdown, interest,mortgages, and consumer credit. Concepts are introducedusing the traditional method of calculating. You will beintroduced to the same calculations performed using anelectronic spreadsheet. (OA)MTB 2371 MATHEMATICS FOR HEALTH OCCUPA-TIONS2 cr. hrs.Provides basic mathematical procedures in whole numbers,fractions, decimals, percents, Roman numerals, ratios andproportions, metric, apothecary, and household measuresystems, as applied in the health field; medical abbreviations,temperature conversions; computations for conversions fromone system to another including the solving of algebraicequations and special formulas for calculating adults’ andchildren’s doses of medicines; I.V. flow rates; preparation ofsolutions from stock; and reconstitution of drugs. Prerequisite:A grade level score of <strong>11</strong>.0 or higher on TABE or FCELPT. (OA)MTG 1204 Geometry for <strong>College</strong> STUDENTS3 cr. hrs.This course provides a working knowledge of the basic principlesand skills of plane geometry. Topics include line segments,angles, triangles, polygons, circles, parallel lines, solids,translations, congruence, and similarity. This course satisfies thewriting and computation course requirements for mathematics.Prerequisites: MAT 1033 or higher with a grade of C or higheror suitable placement test score. (TR)MUL 2<strong>11</strong>0 MUSIC HISTORY AND APPRECIATION3 cr. hrs.A survey of the art of music as an important and compellinginfluence in the life of man from the earliest civilizations tothe present. It relates music to the other fine arts and tothe major social, economic, and political events of history,which affect significant musical development and which arereflected through this art form. Prerequisite: ENC <strong>11</strong>01. (TR)MUN <strong>11</strong>80 & 2180 COLLEGE/COMMUNITY BAND1 cr. hr.Study, rehearsal, and performance of a wide variety of bandliteratures. Membership is open to you, if you are part or fulltimestudent. You may repeat MUN <strong>11</strong>80-2180 for a combinedtotal of 4 hours toward the A.A. degree. Prerequisite: Auditionor Instructor’s approval. Offered fall and spring terms. (TR)MUN 1280 & 2280 COLLEGE/COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA1 cr. hr.Study, rehearsal, and performance of a wide variety oforchestra literatures. Membership is open to you, if you area part or full-time student. You may repeat MUN 1280-2280for a combined total of 4 hours toward the A.A. degree.Prerequisite: Audition or Instructor’s approval. (TR)MUN 1310 & 23<strong>11</strong> CHORAL UNION I AND II 1 cr. hr.Study, rehearsal, and public performance of major musicalworks selected from choral literature. Membership is opento you, if you are a part or full-time student by audition ona credit or audit basis. You may repeat MUN 1310-23<strong>11</strong>for a combined total of four hours toward the A.A. degree.Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval. (TR)MUN 1340 & 2341 CHORAL ENSEMBLE I AND II1 cr. hr.Study, rehearsal, and public performance of smaller choralworks including madrigal, motets, and other octavos writtenfor a small choral group. Membership is open to you, if youare a part or full-time student by audition on a credit or auditbasis. You may repeat MUN 1340-2341 for a combined totalof four hours toward the A.A. degree. Prerequisite: Instructor’sapproval. (TR)MUN 1490 & 2490 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE I AND II1 cr. hr.Study, rehearsal, and performance of smaller instrumentalensemble literature including quartets, quintets, etc.Membership is open to you, if you are a part or full-timestudent by audition on a credit or audit basis. You may repeatMUN 1490-2490 for a combined total of four hours towardthe A.A. degree. Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval. Offeredon Demand. (TR)MUN 1710 JAZZ BAND 2 cr. hrs.Rehearsal and public performance of traditional Big Ban Jazzmusic. Music reading skills are required. Membership is opento you, if you are a part or full-time student by audition on acredit or audit basis. Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval. (TR)188
sfccMUN 1720 & 2721 CONTEMPORARY VOCAL ENSEM-BLE I AND II3 cr. hrs.Vocal and instrumental showcase group which representsSFCC through performance of choreographed Broadway andAmerican popular music. Membership is open to you, if youare a part or full-time student by audition on a credit or auditbasis. You may repeat MUN 1720-2721 for a combined totalof 12 hours toward the A.A. degree. Prerequisite: Instructor’sapproval. Lab Fee. (TR)MUS 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN MUSIC1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)MUS 2360 INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC TECHNOLOGY2 cr. hrs.The course is designed to introduce you to the concept ofmusic technology, primarily through the study and applicationof Sibelius notation software. Prerequisite: Understanding ofbasic music and computer (Windows) skills. Lab Fee. (TR)MUS 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN MUSIC1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)MUT 1001 RUDIMENTS OF MUSIC 3 cr. hrs.Introduction to basic concepts of music notation, scales,intervals, chords, terminology, and introductory aural skillsdevelopment. (TR)MUT <strong>11</strong>21 ELEMENTARY MUSIC THEORY I 4 cr. hrs.A correlated study of elementary materials of music throughmelodic and harmonic analysis, sight-singing, part writing,keyboard training, and ear training. Concepts includekey signatures, scales, intervals, triads, four-part writing,solfege syllables, and cadences. Prerequisite: MUT 1001 orequivalent. (TR)MUT <strong>11</strong>22 ELEMENTARY MUSIC THEORY II4 cr. hrs.A correlated study of elementary materials of music throughmelodic and harmonic analysis, sight singing, part writing,keyboard training, and elementary composition. Conceptsinclude Diatonic chord qualities, 6th, 7th, and 9th chords,modulation methods, analysis of Bach chorales, and figuredbass. Prerequisite: MUT <strong>11</strong>21 or equivalent. (TR)MUT 2127 INTERMEDIATE MUSIC THEORY II4 cr. hrs.A correlated study of intermediate materials of music throughmelodic and harmonic analysis, sight singing, part writing,keyboard training, ear training, and composition. Conceptsinclude tonal counterpoint, fugue, overtone series, conducting,form and analysis, arranging, and orchestration. Prerequisites:MUT <strong>11</strong>21-<strong>11</strong>22, MUT 2126, or equivalent. (TR)MUT 2930SELECTED TOPICS IN MUSIC (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.MVK <strong>11</strong><strong>11</strong> KEYBOARD MUSICIANSHIP I 1 cr. hr.This course is designed for you, if you are a beginningpiano student. It emphasizes music reading and realizingelementary and beginning jazz harmony with ear trainingtechniques, for non-piano majors. Lab Fee. (TR)Applied LessonsPreparatory - This is an individualized study including relatedliterature and performance techniques for you, if you arepreparing for freshman level of performance. One 1/2 hourlesson per week. May be taken four times for credit. You arerequired to provide instrument (except organ). Prerequisite:Instructor’s approval. One credit hour. Lab Fee. (TR)MVB 10<strong>11</strong>, 2021MVB 1013, 2023MVB 1014, 2024MVB 1015, 2025MVK 10<strong>11</strong>, 2021MVK 1013, 2023MVP 10<strong>11</strong>, 2021MVS 10<strong>11</strong>, 2021MVS 1013, 2023MVS 1016, 2026MVV 10<strong>11</strong>, 2021MVW 10<strong>11</strong>, 2021MVW 1013, 2023MVW 1015, 2025TrumpetTromboneBaritoneTubaPianoOrganPercussionViolinCelloGuitarVoiceFluteClarinetSaxophoneSecondary - This is an individualized study including relatedliterature and performance techniques for non-music majors.One 1/2 hour lesson per week. May be taken four timesfor credit. You are required to provide instrument (exceptorgan). Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval. One credit hour.Lab Fee. (TR)MUT 2126 INTERMEDIATE MUSIC THEORY I4 cr. hrs.A correlated study of intermediate materials of musicthrough melodic and harmonic analysis, sight singing, partwriting, keyboard training, ear training, and composition.Concepts include four-part writing and analysis, figuredbass, harmonization of melodies, modes, and counterpoint.Prerequisite: MUT <strong>11</strong>21-<strong>11</strong>22. (TR)MVB 12<strong>11</strong>, 2221MVB 1213, 2223MVB 1214, 2224MVB 1215, 2225MVK 12<strong>11</strong>, 2221MVK 1213, 2223MVP 12<strong>11</strong>, 2221MVS 12<strong>11</strong>, 2221MVS 1213, 2223MVS 1216, 2226TrumpetTromboneBaritoneTubaPianoOrganPercussionViolinCelloGuitar189
sfccMVV 12<strong>11</strong>, 2221MVW 12<strong>11</strong>, 2221MVW 1213, 2223MVW 1215, 2225VoiceFluteClarinetSaxophonePrincipal - This is an individualized study including relatedliterature and performance techniques for non-performancemusic majors. One 1-hour lesson per week. May be takenfour times for credit. You are required to provide instrument(except organ). Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval. Two credithours. Lab Fee. (TR)MVB 13<strong>11</strong>, 2321MVB 1313, 2323MVB 1314, 2324MVB 1315, 2325MVK 13<strong>11</strong>, 2321MVK 1313, 2323MVP 13<strong>11</strong>, 2321MVS 13<strong>11</strong>, 2321MVS 1313, 2323MVS 1316, 2326MVV 13<strong>11</strong>, 2321MVW 13<strong>11</strong>, 2321MVW 1313, 2323MVW 1315, 2325TrumpetTromboneBaritoneTubaPianoOrganPercussionViolinCelloGuitarVoiceFluteClarinetSaxophoneMajor - This is an individualized study including relatedliterature and performance techniques for performancemusic majors. One 1-hour lesson per week. May be takenfour times for credit. You are required to provide instrument(except organ). Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval. Two credithours. Lab Fee. (TR)MVB 14<strong>11</strong>, 2421MVB 1413, 2423MVB 1414, 2424MVB 1415, 2425MVK 14<strong>11</strong>, 2421MVK 1413, 2423MVP 14<strong>11</strong>, 2421MVS 14<strong>11</strong>, 2421MVS 1413, 2423MVS 1416, 2426MVV 14<strong>11</strong>, 2421MVW 14<strong>11</strong>, 2421MVW 1413, 2423MVW 1415, 2425NTrumpetTromboneBaritoneTubaPianoOrganPercussionViolinCelloGuitarVoiceFluteClarinetSaxophoneNUR 1020C FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING 6 cr. hrs.This course provides principles and techniques that form thefoundation for nursing care. The nursing process is introducedas the framework for the application of content for meeting thebasic needs of man. You will be introduced to communicationskills, legal/ethical issues, professionalism, and the role ofthe ADN. The normal development of man from adulthoodthrough senescence is explored with emphasis on the elderly.There are selected experiences in health care agencies andthe campus nursing lab. You must earn a final grade of Bor higher. Corequisites: NUR 1020L and NUR <strong>11</strong>41C. LabFee. (OA)NUR <strong>11</strong>41C PHARMACOLOGY1 cr. hr.This course provides principles and concepts related topharmacology and the administration of medications toclients of all ages. Emphasis is on specific knowledgeof sources of drugs, physical and chemical properties,physiological actions, metabolic rates, therapeutic uses,and nursing considerations for prototype drugs in the majordrug classifications. This course provides a solid foundationto enable you to administer medications safely. Clinicalsimulations enable you to apply pharmacological skillsand knowledge. Additional campus laboratory hours maybe required. You must earn a final grade of B or higher.Corequisites: NUR <strong>11</strong>41L and NUR 1020C. Lab Fee. (OA)NUR 1422C NURSING CARE OF PARENTS AND IN-FANTS I1 cr. hr.This course assists you in identifying and meeting the needsof the family unit during uncomplicated pregnancy, labor,delivery, and puerperium. Emphasis is placed on meetingthe basic needs of the neonate. You must earn a final gradeof B or higher. Prerequisites: NUR 1020C, NUR <strong>11</strong>41C, andNUR 1710C. (OA)NUR 1710C MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING FORADULTS AND CHILDREN I 6 cr. hrs.This course focuses on medical-surgical nursing and relatedpathophysiology. The nursing process is utilized to assistadults and children to meet basic human needs while theyare experiencing simple, well-defined acute and chronicmedical-surgical problems. The course focuses upon themost frequently seen simple interruptions in each systemincluding surgical intervention, fluid and electrolyte balance,shock, and the inflammatory process. There are selectedexperiences in health care agencies and the campus nursinglab. You must earn a final grade of B or higher. Prerequisites:NUR 1020C and NUR <strong>11</strong>41C. Corequisite: NUR 1710L. LabFee. (OA)NUR 2003C NURSING TRANSITION 4 cr. hrs.This course introduces the role of the associate’s degreenurse as it relates to the nursing process. Utilizing previousknowledge and skills and selected aspects of the nursingprocess, you will interact in real and simulated clientsituations. Emphasis is placed on interpersonal relationshipsand recognition of the effects of stress on the psychosocialbehavior of the client. There are selected experiences in ahealth care agency and/or nursing lab to complement thisstudy and to validate previous nursing skills. You must earna final grade of B or higher. Corequisite: NUR 2003L. LabFee. (OA)NUR 2005C NURSING SKILLS2 cr. hrs.Builds upon previously learned skills in preparing you toperform in nursing situations requiring more advanced skills190
sfccwith an emphasis on physical assessment. You must earna final grade of B or higher. Corequisite: NUR 2005L. LabFee. (OA)NUR 2209C MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING FORADULTS AND CHILDREN II 12 cr. hrs.Focuses on your developing role to care for adults and childrenexperiencing acute, chronic, and irreversible interruptions inphysical and mental health. This study includes all therapeuticmethods used to treat these clients. Selected clinicalexperiences complement this study. You must earn a finalgrade of B or higher. Prerequisite: NUR 2003C. Corequisites:NUR 2005C and NUR 2209L. Lab Fee. (OA)NUR 2403C NURSING CARE OF PARENTS AND IN-FANTS II6 cr. hrs.Builds upon previously learned concepts of maternity careand emphasizes family-centered nursing care of the motherand newborn infant. Nursing care of the family during highrisk pregnancy is included. Clinical experiences correlatewith the study. You must earn a final grade of B or higher.Prerequisites: NUR 2003C, NUR 2005C, and NUR 2209C.Corequisite: NUR 2403L. Lab Fee. (OA)NUR 2500C NURSING CARE FOR MENTAL HEALTH6 cr. hrs.Builds upon previously learned mental health conceptsand interpersonal skills and emphasizes the applicationof the nursing process in the prevention, treatment, andrehabilitation of the emotionally ill individual. Clinicalexperience is in the psychiatric hospital and selectedcommunity mental health agencies. You must earn a finalgrade of B or higher. Prerequisites: NUR 2003C, NUR 2005C,and NUR 2209C. Corequisite: NUR 2500L. (OA)NUR 2802C NURSING PRACTICUM 7 cr. hrs.This course assists you in clarifying the role of the associate’sdegree nurse and to determine how your skills fit into theoverall picture of providing effective health services as amember of the health team. The content includes ethicaland legal responsibilities, leadership and managementskills, nursing issues and trends, and professional growth.Clinical experiences allow application of this learning. Youmust earn a final grade of B or higher. Prerequisites: NUR2003C, NUR 2005C, NUR 2209C, NUR 2403C, and NUR2500C. Corequisite: NUR 2802L. Lab Fee. (OA)NUR 2930 NURSING SEMINAR 1-4 cr. hrs.Provides an opportunity for you to perform and perfect moreadvanced skills and/or to acquire more advanced knowledgethrough research as required of a professional nurse in variousnursing situations such as physical assessment. (OA)NUR 2931SELECTED TOPICS IN NURSING (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.OOCA 0100 Occupational Computer Applications48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.This course is an introduction to the components and usesof microcomputer systems. Basic computing conceptsincluding input, output, processing, secondary storage,operating systems, software applications, and ethical andresponsible computer use will be covered. You will also gainhands-on experience in spreadsheet, database, presentationpreparation, and software integration through using MicrosoftOffice software. Prerequisite: OTA 0101 or Instructor’sapproval. Lab Fee. (OC)OCA 0301 Occupational Word Processing MSWord 48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.This course is an introduction to the concepts of wordprocessing in the modern office and includes discussion oftheory, terms, and the total word processing environment.The course includes instruction and guidance in: creating andediting documents, using the spell checker and thesaurus,formatting documents, text enhancements, and mergingdocuments with an introduction to Web page creation anddesktop publishing. Prerequisite: OTA 0101 or Instructor’sapproval. Lab Fee. (OC)OCB 1000 INTRODUCTION TO MARINE BIOLOGY3 cr. hrs.This course is an introductory study of the oceans and thelife that exists therein. Topics include the history of marinescience, the physical nature of the oceans, marine plants,invertebrates, fish, reptiles, birds, mammals, tides, estuaries,continental shelf, coral reefs, ocean depths, resources fromthe sea, and man’s impact on the oceans. (TR)OCB 1000L INTRODUCTION TO MARINE BIOLOGY LAB1 cr. hr.This is an optional lab that may be taken in addition toOCB 1000 Introduction to Marine Biology. Representativemarine organisms will be studied as well as various physicalcharacteristics of the oceans and their ecosystems. Pre- orCorequisite: OCB 1000. Lab Fee. (TR)OCB <strong>11</strong>03L MARINE BIOLOGY FIELD STUDY1-4 cr. hrs.This is a 3-15 day field trip to the <strong>Florida</strong> Keys region tostudy marine biology. You will study coral reef, sea grass,and mangrove communities. Methods of investigationtypically include snorkeling, wading, canoeing, and laboratoryanalysis. This is an optional lab component to OCB 1000course. It may be taken with or without taking OCB 1000.Lab fee will vary each term depending on length of fieldtrip, housing accommodations, equipment rentals, andtransportation. This course, when used in combination withOCB 1000, fulfills the lab science portion of the GeneralEducation Requirement. Lab Fee. (TR)191
sfccORH 1010 INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURE3 cr. hrs.This course explores various horticultural topics including plantclassification and identification, a look at the horticulture andlandscaping industries, plant pruning practices, cultivationand propagation of plants, sanitation and safety practices,and handling and marketing. Offered on Highlands Campusspring term. Pre- or Corequisite: HOS 1010. (TR)ORH 1220 TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT 3 cr. hrs.Study of grasses common to the <strong>South</strong>ern climate. Emphasisis given to the selection, care, and maintenance of turf for avariety of purposes. Offered first summer flex session. (OA)ORH 2932ORH 2949SPECIAL TOPIC IN ORNAMENTAL HORTI-CULTURE (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTUREAND LANDSCAPING (OA) 1-4 cr. hrs.OST <strong>11</strong>00C INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE KEYBOARD-ING3 cr. hrs.Various styles of business letters, memorandums, simplereports, tables, centering, and composition at the computer.Also included is basic instruction on using computers forprocessing documents. If you have successfully completedone year of high school keyboarding/typing using a computer,you may not receive credit for basic courses when transferringto another institution. Lab Fee. (TR)OST <strong>11</strong>10C INTERMEDIATE TO COLLEGE KEYBOARD-ING3 cr. hrs.This is a course designed to develop keyboarding speedand accuracy, review and refine skills including goal setting,organization, critical thinking, Web access, and integratingkeyboarding, formatting and word processing skills into reallifeexperience. Prerequisite: OST <strong>11</strong>00C. Lab Fee. (TR)OST 1221C MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION I 3 cr. hrs.An introductory course designed to develop skills in the useof dictating/transcribing equipment. Pre- or Corequisite: OST<strong>11</strong>00C. Corequisite: OST 2257. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 1221C Introductory medical TRANSCRIP-TION3 cr. hrs.Introductory course to prepare you to become familiar withgeneral medical office transcription and equipment. Englishusage, machine transcription and word processing skills,medical terminology knowledge, and proofreading and editingabilities. Pre- or Corequisite: OST <strong>11</strong>00C. Corequisite: OST2257. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 1312C INTRODUCTION TO MS EXCEL 1 cr. hr.Basic spreadsheet principles including creating, formatting,saving, and printing spreadsheets using Microsoft Excelwill be covered. Spreadsheet design and implementationincluding columns, rows, cell labels, values, entries, formulas,predefined functions, and charting are topics that will bediscussed. You will gain extensive hands-on experience usingMS Excel. Prerequisite: CGS <strong>11</strong>00C or Instructor’s approval.This course will be offered on the Highlands Campus asneeded. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 1713C WORD PROCESSING - MICROSOFT WORD3 cr. hrs.This course is an introduction to the concepts of wordprocessing in the modern office and discussion of theory,terms, and the total word processing environment. The courseincludes instruction and guidance in: creating and editingdocuments, using the spell checker and thesaurus, formattingdocuments, text enhancements, switch features, and mergingdocuments. This course also includes an introduction tomacros and desktop publishing. Prerequisite: OST <strong>11</strong>00Cor Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 1731C INTRODUCTION TO MS WORD 1 cr. hr.This course presents basic word processing principlesincluding creating, formatting, saving, and printing documentsusing Microsoft Word. Graphics, tables, styles, templates,word processing tools (spell check, thesaurus, grammarchecker), and Internet Web page construction are alsoincluded. You will gain extensive hands-on experience usingMS Word. Prerequisite: CGS <strong>11</strong>00C or Instructor’s approval.Lab Fee. (OA)OST 18<strong>11</strong>C INTRODUCTION TO MS PUBLISHER1 cr. hr.Basic desktop publishing concepts including creating,formatting, saving, and printing documents using MicrosoftPublisher. Basic layout and design principles, publishingtools, and page construction will be discussed. You will gainextensive hands-on experience using MS Publisher to createnewsletters, booklets, pamphlets, cards, mailings, and Webpages. Prerequisite: CGS <strong>11</strong>00C or Instructor’s approval.Lab Fee. (OA)OST 1828C INTRODUCTION TO MS POWERPOINT1 cr. hr.This course will cover presentation software principles includingcreating, saving, enhancing, and printing presentation filesusing Microsoft PowerPoint. You will both create and presentPowerPoint slide presentations. Class work may includeindividual and group activities. You will gain extensive hands-onexperience using MS PowerPoint. Prerequisite: CGS <strong>11</strong>00Cor Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 1835C INTRODUCTION TO MS ACCESS 1 cr. hr.This course will cover basic relational database principlesincluding creating, saving, maintaining, and printing databasefiles using Microsoft Access. You will learn how to create Accesstables, queries, forms, and reports. You will gain extensivehands-on experience using MS Access. Prerequisite: CGS<strong>11</strong>00C or Instructor’s approval. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN OFFICE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)192
sfccOST 2214C MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION II 3 cr. hrs.Practice in and transcribing into mailable form and the furtherdevelopment of skills in the use of dictation/transcriptionequipment. Prerequisite: OST 1221C. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 2256 ADVANCED MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION3 cr. hrs.This course introduces you to the profession and to the role ofthe medical transcriptionist. Emphasis is placed on businessEnglish proficiencies as related to medical communicationsand the machine transcription of various medical documents,proofreading, editing and research. Prerequisites: OST1221C and OST 2257. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 2257 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 3 cr. hrs.Basic principles of medical word building orient you to thebody as a whole (i.e., levels of organization, planes, bodycavities and directional terms). The course also introducesyou to body systems, their related terms and pharmacology.Corequisite: OST 2461. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 2321C OFFICE MACHINES3 cr. hrs.Use of print and display calculators, dictation and transcribing,and other types of office equipment. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 2335 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS 3 cr. hrs.Development of skills in writing, emphasizes planning andwriting various types of business correspondence, and coversorganizing data for reports. (OA)OST 2461 MEDICAL OFFICE MANAGEMENT3 cr. hrs.Mechanics of medical office administration. Emphasis isplaced on medical ethics and laws, records management andfiling, medical communications, patient relations, and officeaccounting, billing, and banking procedures. Pre- or Corequisite:OST <strong>11</strong>00C. Corequisite: OST 2257. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 2463 MEDICAL INSURANCE/BILLING 3 cr. hrs.Concepts and processes of medical insurance coordinationand billing. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic and proceduralcoding, types of insurance and managed care structure.Insurance billing experience is obtained through the use ofcomputerized software. Prerequisites: OST 2257 and CGS<strong>11</strong>00C or equivalent. Lab Fee. (OA)OST 2930SELECTED TOPICS IN OFFICE SYSTEMS(OA)1-4 cr. hrs.OST 2949 WORK EXPERIENCE IN SECRETARIALBUSINESS1-4 cr. hrs.A culminating experience for the Office Systems TechnologyProgram. It is offered to provide you with actual businessoffice experience. You are required to meet with the instructoron a weekly basis and complete assignments. Actual workexperience (on-the-job) consists of a minimum of 200 hours.Class time is arranged with the instructor. (OA)OTA 0101 OCCUPATIONAL INTRODUCTORY KEY-BOARDING 48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.Introductory Keyboarding includes various styles of businessletters, memorandums, simple reports, tables, centering, andcomposition at the computer. Also included is basic instructionon computer use for processing documents. Lab Fee. (OC)OTA 0105 OCCUPATIONAL INTERMEDIATE KEY-BOARDING 48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.This is a course designed to develop keyboarding speedand accuracy, review and refine skills including goal setting,organization, critical thinking, Web access, and integratingkeyboarding, formatting and word processing skills intoreal-life experience. Prerequisite: OTA 0101. Lab Fee. (OC)OTA 03<strong>11</strong> OCCUPATIONAL BUSINESS ENGLISH48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.Course consists of development of the basic language skillsnecessary for success in business. It also includes parts ofspeech, rules of punctuation, writing styles, and oral languageskills. (OC)OTA 0322 OCCUPATIONAL BUSINESS COMMUNICA-TIONS 48 con hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.This course includes the development of skills in writing,emphasizing, planning, and writing various types of businesscorrespondence and covers organizing data for reports. PreorCorequisite: OTA 03<strong>11</strong> or equivalent. (OC)OTA 0402 OCCUPATIONAL OFFICE MACHINES48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.Instruction includes the use of print and display calculators,dictation and transcribing, and other applicable types of officeequipment. Lab Fee. (OC)OTA 0405 Occupational Files ManagementAnd Document Processing48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.This class prepares you to store and retrieve files in a variety ofrecords management systems in today’s offices. After learningthe basics of managing a paper-based filing system, you willtransfer this knowledge to electronic storage and retrievalprocedures. Pre- or Corequisite: OTA 0101. Lab Fee. (OC)OTA 0421INTRODUCTION TO THE OFFICE - DeletedOTA 0422L OFFICE PRACTICES LABORATORY30-300 con. hrs. 1-6 occ. crs.Hands-on experiences related to theory presented in relatedcourses. You will have the opportunity to apply theory andskills to both simulated laboratory experiences as well as reallife problems related to office technology. (OC)OTA 0423OTA 0451BASIC SKILLS FOR THE OFFICE - DeletedOFFICE TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICA-TIONS - Deleted193
sfccOTA 0455 THE ELECTRONIC OFFICE60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Simulated office practice using computers, employability skillstraining, participation in role playing situations using skillsand knowledge of organization of work and performing withlittle supervision. Prerequisite: OTA 0451. Corequisite: OTA0422L. Lab Fee. (OC)OTA 0456ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY FOR THE OF-FICE - DeletedOTA 0490 OCCUPATIONAL PERSONAL BUSINESSSKILLS 48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.You will learn to connect with the business/medicalcommunity, employers, and refine job searching skillsusing the Internet. Emphasis on self-management and goalsetting, customer service, and business ethics. Practicalapplication assignments assist you with career planningand management skills, job and employer research,resume writing, interviewing, and career success strategies.Corequisite: OTA 0101. Lab Fee. (OC)OTA 0501 OCCUPATIONAL BUSINESS MATHEMAT-ICS USING SPREADSHEETS48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.This course covers the fundamentals of business mathematicswith applications to banking, payroll, taxes and insurance,purchasing merchandise, markup and markdown, interest,mortgages, and consumer credit. Concepts are introducedusing the traditional method of calculating. You will beintroduced to the same calculations performed using anelectronic spreadsheet. Prerequisite: TABE score in mathof 8th grade level or higher. (OC)OTA 0595 OCCUPATIONAL INTRODUCTION TO BUSI-NESS 48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.This course includes general business terminology andunderstanding the agencies, methods, functions andpractices of modern business. (OC)OTA 0941 SECRETARIAL OFFICE INTERNSHIP60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.You will complete a related learning internship and makedecisions regarding quality of work and prioritization ofprojects. This requirement may be satisfied through acooperative work experience. Prerequisite: Instructor’sapproval. (OC)OTA 0943 OCCUPATIONAL OFFICE INTERNSHIP48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.In this course, you will complete a related learninginternship and make decisions regarding quality of work andprioritization of projects. This requirement may be satisfiedthrough a cooperative work experience. Prerequisite:Instructor’s approval. (OC)PPCB 2033 INTRODUCTION TO ECOLOGY: ENVI-RONMENT3 cr. hrs.An introduction to the inter-relationships between organismsand their environment. (TR)PGY 1801 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRA-PHY3 cr. hrs.This course is an introduction to digital photography and the“electronic darkroom.” The class will cover basic digital cameracontrols, lighting, composition, and hardware. The coursealso covers digital-editing and desk top printing using AdobePhotoshop. The course introduces legal and ethical issuespertaining to photography and digital imaging. This courseis designed for you, if you are a Visual Arts student. Coursewill provide an understanding of the conceptual, visual, andhistorical background in fine art photography. Lab Fee. (TR)PGY 1930SELECTED TOPICS IN PHOTOGRAPHYLab Fee. (TR)1-3 cr. hrs.PGY 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN PHOTOGRAPHY 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)PGY 2401C PHOTOGRAPHY I3 cr. hrs.Introduces fundamental skills in black and white photographyfrom camera and film exposure to the darkroom printing process.You will produce a portfolio of prints with visual effectivenessand perceptual concerns as its goal. Lab Fee. (TR)PGY 2404C PHOTOGRAPHY II3 cr. hrs.Course is designed to give you more technical skills inthe darkroom including processing with black and whitefilm, paper, and training in developing the eye to perceiveinteresting composition. Prerequisite: PGY 2401C. Lab Fee.(TR)PGY 2410C PHOTOGRAPHY II - See PGY 2404CPGY 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN PHOTOGRAPHY 1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)PHI 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN PHILOSOPHY AND LOGIC1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)PHI <strong>2010</strong> INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY3 cr. hrs.When you think hard about yourself, your values, yourknowledge and belief system, your life, and your place inthe world, you are doing philosophy. This course surveysthe history of philosophy and introduces you to important194
sfcccontemporary issues and positions. You will becomeable to ground your personal philosophies in traditions ofphilosophical reasoning. Prerequisite: ENC <strong>11</strong>01. (TR) (DV)PHI <strong>2010</strong> HONORS INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSO-PHY3 cr. hrs.When you think hard about yourself, your values, yourknowledge and belief system, your life, and your place inthe world, you are doing philosophy. This course surveysthe history of philosophy and introduces you to importantcontemporary issues and positions. You will becomeable to ground your personal philosophies in traditions ofphilosophical reasoning. The Honors version of this courseemphasizes critical thinking and group discussions, requiresa student presentation, and expects that you will be preparedand willing to engage the course material actively andindependently. Prerequisite: ENC <strong>11</strong>01. (TR) (DV)PHI 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN PHILOSOPHY AND LOGIC1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)PHY 1001C INTRODUCTION TO GENERAL PHYSICS4 cr. hrs.A basic introductory physics course designed for you, ifyou are not majoring in engineering or science. This courseprovides a basic understanding of the fundamental laws ofnature, including: force, work, rate, resistance, energy andpower as found in mechanical, fluid, thermal and electricalsystems. Using predominately an inquiry-based approach,the course is taught in an integrated lecture and laboratorystyle where emphasis is placed on hands-on learning ofbasic physics principles through laboratory experiments.Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of High School AlgebraII. Corequisite: PHY 1001L. Lab Fee. (TR)PHY 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN PHYSICS1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)PHY 2048C GENERAL PHYSICS WITH CALCULUS I5 cr. hrs.The first part of a two-term introductory calculus-based physicscourse designed primarily for science and engineering majors.Using an inquiry-based approach, the course is taught in anintegrated lecture and laboratory style with accompanyingWeb-based applications. Topics covered include classicalmechanics, including: kinematics, motion, and linear andangular momentum. Pre/Corequisite: MAC 23<strong>11</strong>. Corequisite:PHY 2048L. Offered fall term. Lab Fee. (TR)PHY 2048C HONORS GENERAL PHYSICS WITH CAL-CULUS I5 cr. hrs.The first part of a two-term introductory calculus-basedphysics honors course designed for you, if you will engageactively and independently with the course material beforetransferring to a four-year engineering or science degreeprogram. Course content parallels General Physics withCalculus I with additional requirements for student-led activeresearch. Pre/Corequisite: MAC 23<strong>11</strong>. Corequisite: PHY2048L. Offered fall term. Lab Fee. (TR)PHY 2049C GENERAL PHYSICS WITH CALCULUS II5 cr. hrs.The second part of a two-term introductory calculusbasedphysics course designed primarily for science andengineering majors. Using an inquiry-based approach, thecourse is taught in an integrated lecture and laboratorystyle. Topics covered include: thermodynamics, oscillationsand wave motion, electricity and magnetism, and optics.Prerequisite: MAC 23<strong>11</strong>. Corequisite: PHY 2049L. Offeredspring term. Lab Fee. (TR)PHY 2049C HONORS GENERAL PHYSICS WITH CAL-CULUS II5 cr. hrs.The second part of a two-term introductory calculus-basedphysics course designed to engage you actively andindependently with the course material before transferringto a four-year engineering or science degree program.Course content parallels General Physics with Calculus IIwith additional requirements for student-led active research.Prerequisite: MAC 23<strong>11</strong>. Corequisite: 2049L. Offered springterm. Lab Fee. (TR)PHY 2053C GENERAL PHYSICS I5 cr. hrs.The first part of a two-term introductory algebra/trigonometrybasedphysics course designed primarily for you, if you arenot majoring in engineering or science. Using an inquiry-basedapproach, the course is taught in an integrated lecture andlaboratory style. Topics covered include classical mechanics,including: kinematics, motion, linear and angular momentum,and oscillations and wave motion. Prerequisite: MAC <strong>11</strong>05.Corequisite: PHY 2053L. Offered fall term. Lab Fee. (TR)PHY 2054C GENERAL PHYSICS II5 cr. hrs.The second part of a two-term introductory algebra/trigonometry-based physics course designed primarilyfor you, if you are not majoring in engineering or science.Using an inquiry-based approach, the course is taught inan integrated lecture and laboratory style. Topics coveredinclude: thermodynamics, fluids, oscillations and wavemotion, electricity and magnetism. Prerequisite: MAC <strong>11</strong>05.Corequisite: PHY 2054L. Offered spring term. Lab Fee. (TR)PHY 2936 SPECIAL TOPICS IN PHYSICS1-4 cr. hrs.Each topic is a course in directed study under the supervisionof a faculty member. This course may be repeated and offeredas an honors course. (TR)PHY 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN PHYSICS1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)195
sfccPOS 1041 AMERICAN NATIONAL GOVERNMENT3 cr. hrs.This course covers the structure and operation of the United<strong>State</strong>s’ government emphasizing the basic principles thatexist within a federal system of government as well as theinstitutions and operations of the American System. Writingand computation course requirements are college-levelwriting in multiple assignments. Pre/Corequisite: ENC <strong>11</strong>01.(TR)POS 1041 HONORS AMERICAN NATIONAL GOVERN-MENT3 cr. hrs.This course allows you, if you are an honors student to studythe American government while thinking independently,creatively, and critically about the issues involved in the politicalarena. Writing and computation course requirements arecollege-level writing in multiple assignments. Pre/Corequisite:ENC <strong>11</strong>01. Offered fall term. (TR)POS <strong>11</strong>12 AMERICAN STATE AND LOCAL GOVERN-MENTS3 cr. hrs.Surveys the essential organizational features of the followingaspects of government at the state level: relations betweenthe national government and the states; the structure andactivities of state executives; legislative and judicial functions;relationships between the state and local units of government;and a review of the basic programs and service provided bystate and local government. Throughout the course, particularattention is given to <strong>Florida</strong> government. Pre/Corequisite:ENC <strong>11</strong>01. Offered spring term only. (TR)POS 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN POLITICAL SCIENCE 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)POS 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN POLITICAL SCIENCE 1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)PRN 0000 INTRODUCTION TO NURSING THEORY140 con. hrs. 4.7 occ. crs.Provides the foundation for nursing skills necessary tomeet the nursing needs of patients in varying stages ofdependency. It presents an opportunity for the acquisition ofthe fundamental skills necessary to provide nursing care topatients in a health care setting. Clinical experience is a partof this course. You must earn a final grade of 75 or higher.Lab Fee. (OC)PRN 0000L INTRODUCTION TO NURSING CLINICAL150 con. hrs. 5 occ. crs.Provides the foundation for nursing skills necessary tomeet the nursing needs of patients in varying stages ofdependency. It presents an opportunity for the acquisition ofthe fundamental skills necessary to provide nursing care topatients in a health care setting. Clinical experience is a partof this course. You must earn a final grade of 75 or higher.Lab Fee. (OC)PRN 0010 VOCATIONAL ADJUSTMENTS I AND HEALTH30 con. hrs. 1 occ. cr.Assists you in becoming a better learner; provides a historyof practical nursing and knowledge of the role of the practicalnurse as a member of the health team in various health caresettings and the community; explores the legal and ethicalaspects of practical nursing; and examines the meaning ofhealth for the individual. You must earn a final grade of 75or higher. (OC)PRN 00<strong>11</strong> VOCATIONAL ADJUSTMENTS II20 con. hrs. 0.7 occ. crs.Introduces you to leadership roles; describes professionalgrowth, expectations, and responsibilities; and providesinformation relative to career opportunities and employment.You must earn a final grade of 75 or higher. Lab Fee. (OC)PRN 0022 BODY STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION64 con. hrs. 2.1 occ. crs.Provides basic scientific facts related to the normal structureand function of the human body and to assist you in correlatingthese facts into a study of the normal man, woman, and child.You must earn a final grade of 75 or higher. (OC)PRN 0030 ADMINISTERING MEDICINES55 con. hrs. 1.8 occ. crs.Provides a review of basic math skills and the metric systemas it relates to administering medications; introduces drugsand their uses; and provides the opportunity to develop safemethods of preparing and administering medications. Youmust earn a final grade of 75 or higher. Lab Fee. (OC)PRN 0100 MATERNAL AND NEWBORN CARE THEORY48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.Assists you in identifying and meeting the needs of the familyunit during pregnancy, labor, delivery, and puerperium. It alsoprovides instruction to assist in meeting the basic needs of thenewborn. Nursing care of the family during the more commoncomplications of pregnancy is included. You must earn a finalgrade of 75 or higher. (OC)PRN 0100L MATERNAL AND NEWBORN CARE CLINI-CAL56 con. hrs. 1.9 occ. crs.Maternal and Newborn Care Clinical assists you in identifyingand meeting the needs of the family unit during pregnancy,labor, delivery, and puerperium. It also provides instructionto assist in meeting the basic needs of the newborn. Nursingcare of the family during the more common complications ofpregnancy is included. Clinical experience is a part of thiscourse. You must earn a final grade of 75 or higher. (OC)PRN 0<strong>11</strong>0 CARE OF CHILDREN THEORY48 con. hrs. 1.6 occ. crs.Provides information and skills necessary for the nursingcare of children of all ages in both wellness and sickness.You must earn a final grade of 75 or higher. (OC)196
sfccPRN 0<strong>11</strong>0L CARE OF CHILDREN CLINICAL56 con. hrs. 1.9 occ. crs.Provides information and skills necessary for the nursingcare of children of all ages in both wellness and sickness.Clinical experience is a part of this course. You must earn afinal grade of 75 or higher. (OC)PRN 0200 MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING THEORY160 con. hrs. 5.3 occ. crs.Introduces the major diseases and disorders and thephysiological impact of illness and disease upon individuals;correlates the knowledge of drugs, nutrition, diseases to thenursing care of the medical-surgical patient; and provides theinformation necessary for the care of the geriatric patient in avariety of settings. Clinical experience is a part of this course.You must earn a final grade of 75 or higher. Lab Fee. (OC)PRN 0200L MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING CLINICAL251 con. hrs. 8.4 occ. crs.Introduces the major diseases and disorders and thephysiological impact of illness and disease upon individuals;correlates the knowledge of drugs, nutrition, and diseases tothe nursing care of the medical-surgical patient; and providesthe information necessary for the care of the geriatric patient ina variety of settings. Clinical experience is a part of this course.You must earn a final grade of 75 or higher. (OC)PRN 0500 GERIATRICS 144 con. hrs. 4.8 occ. crs.Provides clinical experience to assist you in recognizing thenormal aging process and the physiological impact of aging onindividuals, in correlating the knowledge of drugs and nutritionto nursing care of the geriatric patient, and in evaluating theneeds of the geriatric patient in different settings. You mustearn a final grade of 75 or higher. (OC)PRN 0930SELECTED TOPICS IN NURSING (OC)1-3 cr. hrs.PSC <strong>11</strong>21 PHYSICAL SCIENCE 3 cr. hrs.A non-laboratory introductory study of physical sciencedesigned for non-science majors. Covers selected topicsfrom physics, chemistry, geology and astronomy in orderto help understand and appreciate the fundamental lawsof nature. (TR)PSC 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN PHYSICAL SCIENCES1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)PSC 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN PHYSICAL SCIENCES1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)PSY 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN PSYCHOLOGY 1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)PSY 2012 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY 3 cr. hrs.An introduction to the scientific study of human behavior.Emphasis is on the processes of thinking and learning asthe basis for individual adjustment to the physical and socialenvironment. (TR)PSY 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN PSYCHOLOGY 1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)QQMB 1001 MATHEMATICS OF FINANCE 3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to give you a working knowledgeof essential, practical business math applications andprocedures. It begins with a review of basic computationalskills and continues with topics on interest, percents,discounts, markup and markdown, payroll, annuities,credit, mortgages, taxes, insurance, investments, statistics,and spreadsheet programs. The course increases activelearning through the integration of current technology intomathematics instruction. Prerequisite: Satisfactory score onplacement test or MAT 0024C exit test. (OA)RREA 0001C DEVELOPMENTAL READING I4 coll. prep. crs.This first level reading course is required, if you score below60 on a college placement test. The focus is on readingcomprehension, vocabulary improvement, and basic criticalreading skills. Upon successful completion, you may enrollin REA 0002C. This college developmental course doesnot count toward the associate degrees. Course requirestwo hours of laboratory activities per week. Prerequisite:Score below 60 on college placement test. Corequisite: REA0001L. (PR)REA 0002C DEVELOPMENTAL READING II4 coll. prep. crs.This level two reading course is designed for you, if you scorebetween 60-82 on a college placement test. The purpose of thiscourse is to develop effective comprehension and vocabularyskills needed to pass the reading exit exam. This collegedevelopmental course does not count toward the associatedegrees. Course requires two hours of laboratory activitiesper week. Prerequisite: Score between 60 and 82 on collegeplacement test or REA 0001C. Corequisite: REA 0002L. (PR)197
sfccREA 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN READING1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)REA 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN READING1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)REE 1040 REAL ESTATE PRINCIPLES AND PRAC-TICES I4 cr. hrs.A study of the accepted principles and practices in the realestate field including <strong>Florida</strong> Statutes and all facets of the law.This course covers ownership, contracts, titles, deeds, costs,mortgage instruments, and other areas important to the realestate salesperson. Successful completion of this coursequalifies the individual to take the Salesmen’s examinationthrough the <strong>Florida</strong> Real Estate Commission. (OA)REE 2949CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN REAL ESTATE (OA) 1-4 cr. hrs.REL 2300 COMPARATIVE RELIGION 3 cr. hrs.A comparison of the ideas, literature, and institutions ofthe major living religions of the world including Judaism,Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Confucianism, and Buddhism.This course involves a general comparison of Western andEastern beliefs. Prerequisite: ENC <strong>11</strong>01. (TR) (DV)REL 2949CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN RELIGION (TR) 1-4 cr. hrs.RTE 1000 INTRODUCTION TO RADIOGRAPHY1 cr. hr.An overview of radiography and its role in health care deliverywith orientation to academic and administrative structureand to the profession as a whole, including ethical and legalresponsibilities, patient consent, hospital and departmentalpolicies and basic radiation protection principles. Prerequisite:Program Admission. Corequisites: HSC 1230C, HSC 1531,RTE 1503C, RTE 1804L. (OA)RTE 1418C PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHY I2 cr. hrs.Basic principles of radiation image receptor systems,processing and a study of the factors that govern andinfluence the production of the radiographic image willbe presented. Concepts covered will include primaryexposure factor, filtration, radiographic accessories, filmand processing, screens, and factors affecting radiographicquality level. Prerequisite: RTE 1000. Corequisites: RTE1513C, RTE 1814L. (OA)RTE 1458 PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHY II3 cr. hrs.An overall survey of factors affecting the production of highquality radiographs. Manipulation of technical factors and useof accessory devices to produce quality radiographic imageswill be explored. Quality assurance evaluation methods forradiographic systems will be presented, performed, andorally reported. Prerequisite: RTE 1418C. Corequisites: RTE1523C, RTE 1824L. (OA)RTE 1503C RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES I3 cr. hrs.A study of patient habitus, positioning, equipment manipulation,and radiographic quality evaluation of the chest, abdomenand upper extremity. Emphasis is placed on critical thinkingand communication skills related to procedure performance,patient care and radiation protection. Prerequisite: ProgramAdmission. Corequisites: HSC 1230C, HSC 1531, RTE 1000,RTE 1804L. (OA)RTE 1513C RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES II4 cr. hrs.A study of patient positioning, equipment manipulationand radiographic quality evaluation of the lower extremity,spine and skull. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking andcommunication skills related to procedure performance,patient care and radiation protection. Prerequisite: RTE1503C. Corequisites: RTE 1418C, RTE 1814L. (OA)RTE 1523C RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES III4 cr. hrs.A study of patient positioning, equipment manipulation andradiographic quality evaluation of contrast procedures of thegastrointestinal and urinary systems. Emphasis is placed oncritical thinking and communication skills related to patientcare and radiation protection. Prerequisite: RTE 1513C.Corequisites: RTE 1458, RTE 1824L. (OA)RTE 1804L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION I1 cr. hr.Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluationof professional interaction and performance of routineradiographic procedures with emphasis on radiation protection,patient care, equipment orientation, radiographic technique,image processing procedures and image quality evaluation.Prerequisite: Program Admission. Corequisites: HSC 1230C,HSC 1531, RTE 1000, RTE 1503C. Lab Fee. (OA)RTE 1814L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION II2 cr. hrs.Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluationof professional interaction and performance of routineradiographic procedures with emphasis on radiationprotection, patient care, equipment orientation, radiographictechnique, image processing procedures and image qualityevaluation. Prerequisite: RTE 1804L. Corequisites: RTE1418C, RTE 1513C. Lab Fee. (OA)RTE 1824L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION III2 cr. hrs.Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluationof professional interaction and performance of routineradiographic procedures with emphasis on radiationprotection, patient care, equipment orientation, radiographic198
sfcctechnique, image processing procedures and image qualityevaluation. Prerequisite: RTE 1814L. Corequisites: RTE1458, RTE 1523C. Lab Fee. (OA)RTE 2061 RADIOGRAPHIC SEMINAR 3 cr. hrs.Course is designed to provide a forum for your research andreview of all aspects of radiography. Prerequisite: RTE 2563.Corequisite: RTE 2854L. (OA)RTE 2385 RADIATION BIOLOGY AND PROTECTION2 cr. hrs.Study of effects of ionizing radiation on biologic systems.Investigates responses at cellular and total organism level.Presents protection measures and regulations for all typesof ionizing radiation. Prerequisite: RTE 2533. Corequisites:RTE 2563, RTE 2844L. (OA)RTE 2533 RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES IV3 cr. hrs.A study of patient procedures and radiographic qualityevaluation of semi-special vascular and nonvascularprocedures, including mammography, conventionaltomography, computed tomography and magnetic resonanceimaging. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills asrelated to procedure performance, patient care and radiationprotection. Written communication skills are demonstratedthrough preparation of journal article reports and a researchpaper. Prerequisite: RTE 1523C. Corequisites: RTE 2782,RTE 2834L. (OA)RTE 2563 PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHY III4 cr. hrs.A study of the physical principles and application of imagingequipment: radiographic/fluoroscopic, computed tomography,digital imaging, magnetic resonance imaging, and radiologydepartmental computerization. Prerequisites: RTE 1458, RTE2533. Corequisites: RTE 2385, RTE 2844L. (OA)RTE 2782 RADIOGRAPHIC PATHOLOGY 3 cr. hrs.Course content will provide you with and introduction tothe concept of disease. Pathology and disease as it relatesto various radiographic procedures will be discussed.Assignments include oral case presentations. Prerequisite:RTE 1523C. Corequisites: RTE 2533, RTE 2834L. (OA)RTE 2834L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION IV3 cr. hrs.Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluationof professional interaction and performance of routineradiographic procedures with emphasis on radiationprotection, patient care, equipment orientation, radiographictechnique, image processing procedures and image qualityevaluation. Prerequisite: RTE 1824L. Corequisites: RTE2533, RTE 2782. (OA)RTE 2844L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION V3 cr. hrs.Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluationof professional interaction and performance of routineradiographic procedures with emphasis on radiationprotection, patient care, equipment orientation, radiographictechnique, image processing procedures and image qualityevaluation. Prerequisite: RTE 2834L. Corequisites: RTE2385, RTE 2563. Lab Fee. (OA)RTE 2854L RADIOGRAPHIC CLINICAL EDUCATION VI3 cr. hrs.Supervised clinical experience and competency evaluationof professional interaction and performance of routineradiographic procedures with emphasis on radiationprotection, patient care, equipment orientation, radiographictechnique, image processing procedures and image qualityevaluation. Prerequisite: RTE 2844L. Corequisite: RTE 2061.Lab Fee. (OA)SSBM 2000 SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT3 cr. hrs.Step by step presentation of the operational procedures usedby an owner/ manager in starting and/or operating a smallbusiness firm. (OA)SLS 0936WORK SUCCESS (OC)30-180 con. hrs. 1-6 occ. crs.SLS <strong>11</strong>06 FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE ORIENTATION1 cr. hr.This course is designed to provide you with a collaborative forumfor transitioning into college by developing and strengtheningyour skills essential to success in college and how yourapplications can be used in post college plans. (TR)SLS 1501 MASTER STUDENT/COLLEGE SUCCESS3 cr. hrs.This course is designed to provide you with an opportunityto develop and improve academic skills including activelistening, college level reading, note-taking, test-taking, libraryuse, memory/recall techniques, and use of resources. You willdetermine your individual learning styles and determine howto adjust your method of learning for greater success. Health,finances, relationships, and attitudes which may interfere withacademic success are discussed. (TR)SLS 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)SLS 2301 CAREER PLANNING 3 cr. hrs.This course deals with structured career planning assistanceincluding systematic study and review of interest, values,aptitude, employability skills, job search planning, careerexploration, and communication skills development. (TR)199
sfccSLS 2304 CAREER EXPLORATION 1 cr. hr.This course is designed for self-paced individualized careerexploration. (TR)SLS 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)SPC 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN SPEECH1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)SPC 2410 HONORS PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE- 1 cr. hr.A study of the standard parliamentary practices by whichself-governing groups determine their course of action. (TR)SPC 2608 FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH COMMUNI-CATION3 cr. hrs.An introduction to the process of speech communicationthrough an analysis of the theoretical aspect of interpersonalcommunication and public speaking. Practical applicationof this theory is through subject analysis, research, outlinedevelopment, and in-class speech presentations. (TR)SPC 2608 HONORS FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECHCOMMUNICATION3 cr. hrs.An advanced, in-depth study of the process of speechcommunication through an analysis of the theoreticalaspects of interpersonal communication and public speaking.Practical applications of this theory is through subjectanalysis, in-depth research, outline development, peerevaluation, and speech presentations in the public realm.Offered spring term only. (TR)SPC 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN SPEECH1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)SPN <strong>11</strong>20 ELEMENTARY SPANISH I 4 cr. hrs.A linguistic approach to learning a foreign language withemphasis on acquisition of the new sound system and correctpronunciation. You will acquire an extensive vocabulary to usefor reading comprehension and writing simple expressionsbased on learned material. Listening comprehension isenhanced by laboratory exercises and use of videos. Labrequired. (TR)SPN <strong>11</strong>21 ELEMENTARY SPANISH II 4 cr. hrs.A continuation of SPN <strong>11</strong>20, with more emphasis on grammarand verb tenses. Listening comprehension and oral recitationare stressed. Prerequisite: SPN <strong>11</strong>20 or equivalent. Labrequired. (TR)SPN 1949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN SPANISH1-3 cr. hrs.A first hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)SPN 2220 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I 4 cr. hrs.This course includes reading in the original language;literature and cultural history of a variety of Spanish-speakingcountries followed by group discussions. A review of grammaris incorporated to enhance your writing skills. Prerequisite:SPN <strong>11</strong>20-<strong>11</strong>21 or equivalent. Lab required. (TR)SPN 2221 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II 4 cr. hrs.A continuation of SPN 2220, completing a grammar and verbreview. Writing and translation are emphasized. Prerequisite:SPN 2220. Lab required. (TR)SPN 2949 CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN SPANISH1-3 cr. hrs.A second hands-on learning activity (paid or non-paid) directlyrelated to your academic major/career objective. (TR)STA 2023 ELEMENTARY STATISTICS 3 cr. hrs.This is a study of fundamental statistical methods includingorganization, analysis and interpretation of numerical data,measures of central tendency and dispersion, statisticaldistributions, sampling techniques, hypothesis testing,probability, z-tests, chi-square tests, correlations, andregression equations. Prerequisite: MAT 1033 with a gradeof C or higher, or equivalent. (TR)SWS <strong>11</strong>02 SOILS AND FERTILIZATION 3 cr. hrs.Fundamentals of soil science including the chemical andbiological factors affecting soil fertility and the relationship ofnatural fertility, texture, and pH of soil to the use of chemicalfertilizers. Offered fall term. (TR)SYG 2000 GENERAL SOCIOLOGY 3 cr. hrs.An introduction to the scientific study of society, basicsociological concepts, methods of investigations, and fieldsof application. (TR) (DV)SYG 2949CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN SOCIOLOGY (TR) 1-4 cr. hrs.TTAR 1820 HISTORICAL PRESERVATION 3 cr. hrs.An entry-level survey of American architectural styles. Emphasisis placed on historical research, methods of documentation, andgovernmental influence pertaining to historical buildings. Offeredon Highlands Campus summer term. (OA)TAR 1831 HISTORY OF BUILDING TECHNOLOGY3 cr. hrs.Designed to provide you with a study of methods of buildingconstruction as practiced from the 1800s to the present.Offered on Highlands Campus spring term. (OA)200
sfccTAR 2832 PRINCIPLES OF BUILDING RESTORATION4 cr. hrs.Provides you with a study of methods and materialsof building restoration, with emphasis upon preservinghistorical and architectural integrity while meeting modernrequirements of function and building codes. You will learnappropriate strategies for repair and preservation of historicalbuildings. Prerequisites: TAR 1820, BCN 1230. Offered byArrangement. (OA)TAR 2905BUILDING RESTORATION (OA)1-4 cr. hrs.TAX 2000 PERSONAL INCOME TAX 3 cr. hrs.A study of tax laws and procedures for individuals includingself-employment returns for sole proprietorships, utilizing theInternal Revenue Code Regulations. (OA)TAX <strong>2010</strong>PARTNERSHIP AND CORPORATE INCOMETAXES - DeletedTDR 0101L DRAFTING LAB30-240 con. hrs. 1-8 occ. crs.This course is taken concurrently with technical drawingand aided drafting courses and provides the opportunity topractice skills learned on applied problems in areas of thedrafting industry. You work as a part of a problem solving ordesign group. Lab Fee. (OC)TDR 0102C INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL DRAWING60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.A survey course offering you instruction in basic draftingtechniques, multi-views drawing, pictorial drawing, sections,dimensioning, and sketching. Lab Fee. (OC)TDR 0300C INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER AIDEDDRAFTING 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.A study of the use of equipment, software, and applicationsused in computer-aided drafting. Lab Fee. (OC)TDR 0350C ADVANCED CONCEPTS IN COMPUTERAIDED DRAFTING60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Provides further study and practice in the understandingand application of the computer-aided drafting techniquesincluding blocks and 3-D drawings. Lab Fee. (OC)TDR 0501C INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURALDRAWING 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.A survey course preparing you to read and develop constructiondrawings. You will work with plans, elevations, sections, anddetails as applied to wood, masonry, and concrete structures.Pre/Corequisite: TDR 0300C. Lab Fee. (OC)TDR 0504C ARCHITECTURAL AND CONSTRUCTIONDRAWING 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.You will learn to prepare construction working documents forresidential and commercial buildings. Lab Fee. (OC)TDR 0710C TECHNICAL DRAWING FOR MANUFAC-TURING 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.Provides further study and practice in the understandingand application of the engineering graphic language. Topicsstudied include auxiliary drawing, developments, thread,gearing, and tolerancing. Lab Fee. (OC)TDR 0930TDR 0948TDR 0949SPECIAL PROBLEMS DRAFTING/DESIGN(OC) Lab Fee. 60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN DRAFTING AND DESIGN (OC)30-120 con. hrs. 1-4 occ. crs.CO-OP WORK EXPERIENCE IN DRAFTING(OC) 30-240 con. hrs. 1-8 occ. crs.THE 1925 THEATRE PRACTICUM 1 cr. hr.Designed to give you experience in various aspects of acollege theatrical production. This course is open to you, ifyou are interested in participating in productions of collegetheater. May be repeated twice; maximum of three credits.Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval. (TR)THE <strong>2010</strong> THEATRE HISTORY AND APPRECIATION3 cr. hrs.Study of theater as an art form and as a performing art; dramaticstructure, form, and style; the chronological development oftheater from primitive man to contemporary time including itsdrama, playwrights, costumes, theater structure, and socialrelationships. (TR)THE 2905THE 2930THE 2949DIRECTED INDEPENDENT STUDY IN THE-ATRE HISTORY-BRITISH THEATRE (TR)1-6 cr. hrs.SPECIAL TOPICS IN THEATRE (TR)1-4 cr. hrs.CO-OP EDUCATION TRAINING ASSIGN-MENT IN DRAMATICS (TR) 1-4 cr. hrs.TRA 0081 COMMERCIAL VEHICLE DRIVING – TRAC-TOR TRAILER TRUCK DRIVER320 con. hrs. 10.7 occ. crs.This course prepares you for entry level into the job market.You will learn vehicle systems, D.O.T. rules and regulations,safety, logs and other legal topics of interest to truckingand transportation. Additional topics include safe operation,Smith System (five principles of defensive driving), cargohandling, hazardous materials, personal finances, businessmath, in public and employer relations. You will receiveextensive hands-on experience in emergency equipment,safe operations, and preventive maintenance. This coursewill prepare you for the Commercial Driving License (CDL)examination. Lab Fee. (OC)201
TRA 0260 CDL FOR ELECTRICAL LINE SERVICE I60 con. hrs. 2 occ. crs.This introductory CDL course provides instruction foryou, if you are in the Electrical Distribution Technology(EDT) Program. It allows you to gain training and valuableexperience operating EDT vehicles, learning safe drivingpractices, Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements,and applicable driving laws and regulations. Prerequisite:EEV 0186. Lab Fee. (OC)TRA 0261 CDL FOR ELECTRICAL LINE SERVICE II45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.This course provides you valuable experience, if you are inthe Electrical Line Service (ELS) Program. You will operateELS vehicles and learn how to pre-trip, conduct vehicleinspection procedures, and carry out basic vehicle controlprocedures. Prerequisite: TRA 0260. Lab Fee. (OC)TRA 0262 CDL FOR ELECTRICAL LINE SERVICE III45 con. hrs. 1.5 occ. crs.This advanced CDL course provides you valuable experienceoperating ELS vehicles, if you are in the Electrical Line Service(ELS) Program. Course instruction includes demonstrationof trailer hookups, basic vehicle maneuvers, road drivingskills under normal conditions, and demonstrating hazardousdriving skills. Prerequisite: TRA 0261. Lab Fee. (OC)TRA 1250 CDL FOR ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION I4 cr. hrs.This introductory CDL course provides you instruction throughthe Electrical Distribution Technology (EDT) Program whereyou will gain training and valuable experience operatingEDT vehicles, learning safe driving practices, Department ofTransportation (DOT) requirements, and applicable drivinglaws and regulations. Prerequisite: EET 1006C. Lab Fee. (OA)TRA 1251C CDL FOR ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION II3 cr. hrs.This course provides you valuable experience operating EDTvehicles, if you are in the Electrical Distribution Technology(EDT) Program. You will learn how to pre-trip, conduct vehicleinspection procedures, and carry out basic vehicle controlprocedures. Prerequisite: TRA 1250. Lab Fee. (OA)TRA 1252C CDL FOR ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION III3 cr. hrs.This advanced CDL course provides you valuable experienceoperating EDT vehicles, if you are in the Electrical DistributionTechnology (EDT) Program. Course instructions includedemonstration of trailer hookups, basic vehicle maneuvers,road driving skills, and demonstrating hazardous driving skills.Prerequisite: TRA 1251C. Lab Fee. (OA)sfcc202
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sfccFULL-TIME FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF <strong>2010</strong>-20<strong>11</strong>Alexander-Harvey, Annie L. (1997)Dean, Student Services;ADA Student CoordinatorA.B., Talladega <strong>College</strong>M.R.C., University of <strong>Florida</strong>Further Graduate Study - University of New OrleansAndrews, Douglas M. (1982)Dean, Cultural ProgramsB.S., Mansfield <strong>State</strong> <strong>College</strong>M.A., Penn <strong>State</strong> UniversityEd.S., University of <strong>Florida</strong>Andrews, Elizabeth D. (2006)Professor, Developmental Writing;Coordinator, Academic FoundationsB.A., M.S., M.Ed., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Appelquist, Donald L. (1970)Dean, Resource Development;Executive Director, SFCC FoundationA.B., Indiana UniversityM.S., Ball <strong>State</strong> UniversityM.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Further Graduate Study - <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> University, Universityof <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Ashworth, Steven L. (2003)Chair, EMS and Fire Science Programs;Professor, EMSA.S., Polk Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., Warner <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>Austin, Davida M. (1994)Chair and Professor, MathematicsB.S., <strong>Florida</strong> A & M UniversityM.S., Nova <strong>South</strong>eastern UniversityFurther Graduate Study - University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Brown, J. Kevin (1998)Dean, Division of Applied Sciences and TechnologiesA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>M.S., Nova <strong>South</strong>eastern UniversityBush, Thomas A. (1998)Chair, Technical and Industrial Education;Professor, Commercial Air Conditioning TechnologyCertificate and A.S., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>Byrd, John G. (2001)Professor, ElectronicsA.A.S., <strong>College</strong> of the AlbemarleB.S., Elizabeth City <strong>State</strong> UniversityCapone, Ryan J. (2007)Science Lab ManagerA.A., Bristol Community <strong>College</strong>Cappo, Kathleen M. (2003)Professor, NursingA.S., A.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S.N., M.S.N., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Carter, Benjamin F. Jr., (2007)Coordinator, TLC/Adult Education AdvisorB.B.A., Ft. Lauderdale <strong>College</strong>Cartwright, Susan (2009)Program Specialist, Youth ServicesA.A., <strong>South</strong>eastern UniversityCastanon, Irene G. (2003)Coordinator, Take Stock in Children ProgramA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., Webber International UniversityBatty-Herbert, Kimberly J. (2007)Dean, Arts and SciencesB.S., M.A., Eastern New Mexico UniversityEd.D., New Mexico <strong>State</strong> UniversityBell, Deborah J. (1998)Director, Community Relations and MarketingB.S., University of Wisconsin - MadisonBoydston, Joel E. (1999)Chair, Business and Computer Technologies;Professor, Computer Networking and CommunicationsA.A., <strong>College</strong> of DuPageB.A., University of <strong>Florida</strong>Graduate Study - University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>, University ofSarasotaBroen, Elizabeth K. (2006)Professor, HistoryB.S., M.S., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> UniversityBroen, James J. (2001)Professor, Biology/ChemistryB.S., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> UniversityPh.D., University of <strong>South</strong> Dakota204
sfccChancey, Alan “Randy” (2007)Professor, EMTEMT Certificate, A.A.S., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>Paramedic Certificate, Polk Community <strong>College</strong>Christensen, Erik N. (2004)Chair, Natural Sciences;Professor, PhysicsB.S., U.S. Naval AcademyM.S., Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyNaval Engineer, Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyChristy, Edward H. Jr., CPA (2001)Professor, Business AdministrationB.S., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> UniversityM.B.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Further Graduate Study - University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Church, Norman W. (1987)Professor, Carpentry and CabinetmakingCertificate - Mid <strong>Florida</strong> Technical InstituteB.S., Oregon <strong>College</strong> of EducationGraduate Study - University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Craig, Wayne (2008)Student Services Advisor/Allied HealthB.S., The City University of New YorkCrawford, Kimberly A. (2003)Head Coach, Women’s VolleyballA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>Crawford, Teresa M. (2001)Director, Hardee CampusA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., M.A., M.Ed., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Cuencas, Edwin (1993)Program Specialist, Youth ServicesDeery, Brian E. (2007)Professor, PsychologyB.A., Providence <strong>College</strong>M.Ed., Ph.D., Boston <strong>College</strong>DeJonge, Jerry C. (1994)Director, Public Service ProgramsA.A., Hillsborough Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Devane, Susan Michele (2003)Chair, Social and Behavioral Sciences;Professor, EducationB.A., University of KentuckyM.A., University of Central <strong>Florida</strong>Doctrow, Mollie L. (2005)MOFAC Curator;Instructor, Graphic ArtsB.A., M.A., California <strong>State</strong> UniversityFurther Study-Otis Institute of Art, Blue Ridge Community <strong>College</strong>Dozier, Felecia L. (1996)Counselor; <strong>College</strong> Reach-Out Program Student AdvocateA.S., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., Warner <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>M.A., Webster UniversityEd.S., Argosy UniversityDutton, Carol S., CPA (1997)Professor, Accounting and BusinessA.A., Washington <strong>State</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., Marietta <strong>College</strong>M.B.A., West Virginia UniversityPost Graduate Study - Nova <strong>South</strong>eastern UniversityEverest, Marcy J. (2005)Professor, Political Science;Director of Service-LearningB.S., M.S., <strong>South</strong>ern Oregon <strong>State</strong> UniversityPh.D., University of OregonFalla, Carlos (2003)Head Coach, Women’s SoftballB.S., Webber International UniversityFlores, Robert E. (1998)Director, Remodeling, Renovation, and MaintenanceA.A., Draughons Jr. <strong>College</strong>B.B.A., Middle Tennessee <strong>State</strong> UniversityM.B.A., Palm Beach Atlantic <strong>College</strong>D.P.A., Nova <strong>South</strong>eastern UniversityFoote, Joanne A. (2006)Professor, NursingA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>A.S., Lane Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., M.S., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Ford, Irosnelly (2007)Coordinator, ESOLB.A., M.S.W., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> UniversityFox, Paul A. (1997)Director, Career Planning, Placement, and Co-op EducationB.S., Ferris <strong>State</strong> UniversityM.S., Nova UniversityFuschetti, Deborah M. (1996)RegistrarB.S., Mercer UniversityM.Ed., University of Central <strong>Florida</strong>Ph.D., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Futral, Cathy Cranford (1996)Professor, ArtB.A., Appalachian <strong>State</strong> UniversityM.S., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> UniversityM.F.A., University of North CarolinaGeiger, Randal L. (2000)Building OfficialLicensed Uniform Building Code InspectorGray, Junior A. (2007)Director, Radiography TechnologySchool of Radiography, JamaicaB.S., New Hampshire <strong>College</strong>M.B.A., Wilmington <strong>College</strong>205
sfccHansen, Timothy W. (2000)Professor, Culinary Arts and Hospitality ManagementA.S., The Culinary Institute of AmericaHegwood, Joseph “Marty,” (2007)Instructor, Commercial Vehicle DrivingA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., Webber International UniversityHemler, Charles F. (1989)Director, Application Software DevelopmentA.S., <strong>Florida</strong> Keys Community <strong>College</strong>Further Study - St. Leo’s <strong>College</strong> and St. Petersburg <strong>College</strong>Hemler, Kimberly L. (2000)Student AdvisorA.A., Pensacola Junior <strong>College</strong>B.A., University of West <strong>Florida</strong>Hergianto, Barbara A. (1988)Professor, Foreign LanguageB.A., M.A., <strong>Florida</strong> Atlantic UniversityGreen, Courtney (2008)Coordinator, Tech Prep, and Tech Dual EnrollmentB.A., M.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Greenwald, Christine M. (2006)Professor, NursingA.A.S., <strong>College</strong> of DuPageB.S., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Gregory, William A. (1987)Professor, BiologyB.S., Washington <strong>State</strong> UniversityM.S., University of <strong>Florida</strong>Ph.D., University of CaliforniaGutierrez, Deborah (2002)Child Development Program SpecialistA.A.S., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>Hale, Susan D. (1986)Director, Human ResourcesA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., Webber International UniversityHamlet, Dr. Peter L. (2007)Professor, ChemistryB.S., University of ChicagoPh.D., University of CaliforniaHangley, Clifford (1997)Director, Network SystemsA.A., Broward Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., Nova <strong>South</strong>eastern UniversityHansen, Pamela B. (1995)Professor, History/Political ScienceB.A., Albion <strong>College</strong>M.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Further Graduate Study - University of IowaHeston, Michele D. (1997)Director, Nursing EducationA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S.N., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>M.S.N., Clarkson <strong>College</strong>Ph.D., Barry UniversityHintz, Lynn A. (<strong>2010</strong>)Student Services Advisor, AdmissionsB.S., University of Texas - Permian BasinHitt, Richard J. (1998)Director, Athletics;Head Coach, Men’s BaseballA.A., Santa Fe Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., St. Thomas UniversityHollywood, Joyce (2000)Assistant RegistrarA.A., Miami Dade Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., Webber <strong>College</strong>Islas, Fernando (2007)Student Services Advisor, HardeeA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>James, Theresa Ann (1996)Chair, Humanities;Professor, EnglishB.A., Spring Hill <strong>College</strong>M.A., Ph.D., Tulane UniversityJohnson, Susie L. (2002)Director, Financial AidA.S., Polk Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., Warner <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>Graduate Study - Webster UniversityJohnson, Timothy E. (2007)Program Manager, Cosmetology;Professor, CosmetologyCertificate Cosmetology, <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>A.A.S., Haywood Community <strong>College</strong>206
sfccJones, Sharon L. (2005)Coordinator, Community RelationsB.A., University of Central <strong>Florida</strong>M.A., The American UniversityKeen, Effie L. (1986)Director, DeSoto CampusB.S., Mississippi University For WomenM.Ed., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Further Graduate Study - University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Keller, Daniel G. (2006)Professor, Automotive Service TechnologyA.A., Lincoln Technical InstituteASE, Certified TechnicianKey, Lorrie T. (1985)Coordinator, Corporate and Continuing EducationKinser, Cynthia (<strong>2010</strong>)Instructor, Medical SecretarialA.S., Miami Dade Junior <strong>College</strong>B.S., <strong>Florida</strong> International UniversityKovacs, Anita A. (1998)ControllerB.S., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>M.B.A., University of PhoenixLewis, Diane (2000)Financial Aid AdvisorB.A., Warner <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>M.A., Webster UniversityLewis, Kristina (2009)Instructor, EnglishA.A., Spoon River <strong>College</strong>B.S., M.A., Ed.S., Western Illinois UniversityPh.D., Illinois <strong>State</strong> UniversityLittle, Cheryl (<strong>2010</strong>)Instructor, Developmental MathematicsA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Little, Glenn W. (1986)Vice President, Administrative ServicesB.S., Ball <strong>State</strong> UniversityGraduate Study - Heriot-Watt UniversityLittle, Mary Ann (<strong>2010</strong>)Coordinator, Testing/AssessmentB.S., University of MaineM.A., Liberty UniversityLivingston, Susan (2000)Evening/Center LibrarianB.A., University of MiamiM.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Longenecker, Daniel S. (2006)Professor, Auto Collision Repair and RefinishingLoweke, Keith R. (2006)Coordinator, Risk ManagementA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Lynch, Lindsay Byron (2006)Director, Grants DevelopmentB.A., University of <strong>Florida</strong>Graduate Study - University of Central <strong>Florida</strong>,University of <strong>Florida</strong>MacNeill, Lynn B. (1972)Professor, SpeechB.S., Northern <strong>State</strong> <strong>College</strong>M.S., Illinois <strong>State</strong> UniversityFurther Graduate Study - University of Central <strong>Florida</strong>,University of <strong>Florida</strong>Makuk, Pamela M. (2009)Instructor, PsychologyB.A., Concordia UniversityM.A., Adler School of Professional PsychologyManderville, Patricia A. (2003)Professor, MathematicsA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., M.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Markel, Tanna (2007)Professor, Drafting and Design TechnologyCertificate, <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>A.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>Martin, Adam C. (2004)Coordinator, Criminal Justice TrainingCertificate, Polk Community <strong>College</strong>A.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., Warner <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>M.B.A., Webster UniversityMcAuliff, Daniel D. (1986)Director, Institutional EffectivenessA.A., Daytona Beach Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., University of Central <strong>Florida</strong>M.B.A., Stetson UniversityMcBride, James W. (2003)Professor, MathematicsB.S., M.S., Indiana <strong>State</strong> UniversityMcConnell, Christopher A. (2008)Instructor, BiologyB.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>M.D., Emory UniversityMcDaniel, Ivan Dale (2003)Professor, EnglishB.A., <strong>South</strong>eastern Louisiana <strong>College</strong>M.A., University of New OrleansPh.D., Tulane UniversityMcLeod, Michael J. (1998)Dean, Adult and Community Education;Director, Library ServicesC.Ed., University of WalesB.A., The Open UniversityM.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Ed.D., University of SarasotaMerritt, Richard (2007)WebmasterA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., <strong>Florida</strong> Gulf Coast University207
sfccMilliken, Deborah P. (2004)Professor, Dental HygieneB.S., Western Kentucky UniversityD.M.D., University of LouisvilleMinson, Charla D. (1999)CounselorB.S., Millikin UniversityM.S.Ed., Northern Illinois UniversityMorey, Richard D. (1992)Coordinator, Law Enforcement TrainingCertificate, <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>, <strong>Florida</strong>Department of Law Enforcement Certified InstructorMorgan-Jackson, Melanie (2003)Director, Electronic LearningB.S., Cumberland <strong>College</strong>M.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Moye, James J. (2000)Professor, MathematicsA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>M.S., Nova <strong>South</strong>eastern UniversityPaeplow, Randall K. (1993)Director, Lake Placid CenterB.A., Bryan <strong>College</strong>M.R.E., New Orleans Baptist Theological SeminaryPantoja, Ricardo (2007)Student Services Advisor, Career CenterA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., Antillean Adventist University, Puerto RicoPeavy, Richard T. (2006)Coordinator, PurchasingB.S., University of <strong>Florida</strong>Phelps-Ellerker, Lena D. (1996)Lead LibrarianA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., M.L.S., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> UniversityFurther Graduate Study - <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>State</strong> UniversityPisarski, Dawn M. (2009)Instructor, NursingA.A.S., Niagara Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., M.S., Daemen <strong>College</strong>Pressler, Charlotte A. (2002)Professor, English and HumanitiesB.A., M.A., Cleveland <strong>State</strong> UniversityM.F.A., Brooklyn <strong>College</strong>Ph.D., University of BuffaloRafatti, Colleen (2006)Director, Educator Preparation Institute andEarly Childhood Development ProgramsA.A.S., Macomb Community <strong>College</strong>B.H.S., Saint Mary’s <strong>College</strong> Ave Maria UniversityM.A., Michigan <strong>State</strong> UniversityFurther Graduate Study - Michigan <strong>State</strong> UniversityRamirez, Beatriz (2002)Coordinator, Financial AidA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., Hodges UniversityRamos, Enrique (1994)Professor, TLC Open LabA.S., Puerto Rico Technology InstituteB.A., University of Puerto RicoReed, William A. (2004)Professor, BiologyB.A., M.S., University of DelawareRevell, Leana (2004)Vice President, Educational and Student ServicesB.S.N., M.S.N., Texas Women’s UniversityEd.D., University of TexasRios, Elisavet C. (1990)Coordinator, Curriculum SupportA.A., A.S., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., Webber <strong>College</strong>Rizzo, Phillip D. (2005)Professor, Automotive Service TechnologyASE Master Automobile TechnicianRousch, Rebecca B. (1999)Director, Community EducationB.A., Shimer <strong>College</strong>Saccuzzo, Darlene (2006)Professor, Dental EducationA.A.S., Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community <strong>College</strong>Further Study - St. Petersburg <strong>College</strong>Schmidt, Kristini L. (2007)Coordinator, Retired and Senior Volunteer ProgramCertificate Practical Nursing, Washtenaw Community <strong>College</strong>Sconyers, Bobby A. (2006)Professor, Dental AssistingA.A., Columbia <strong>College</strong>B.A., The Evergreen <strong>State</strong> <strong>College</strong>Serey, Tonya L. (2006)Professor, NursingA.A., Ashland Community <strong>College</strong>B.S.N., Rio Grande UniversityM.A., Webster UniversitySharp, Stacy (2009)Instructor, EnglishB.A., Georgia <strong>College</strong> and <strong>State</strong> UniversityM.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Shoemaker, Helen S. (1994)Professor, NursingA.S., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>Shumard, Lori J. (2007)Professor, MathematicsA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>M.A., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>208
sfccSolebello, Robin R. (2003)Professor, NursingB.S., University of VirginiaSroda, Rebecca A. (2004)Associate Dean, Allied Health and Dental EducationB.S., University of DetroitM.S., University of MichiganStaik, Stephen L. (2006)Student Services Advisor, Lake Placid CenterB.A., Beacon <strong>College</strong>Stephens, Norman L. Jr. (2002)PresidentB.S., M.Ed., Ed.D., University of <strong>Florida</strong>Stevens, Cherie M. (1995)Professor, Computer ScienceB.S., Western Carolina UniversityM.S., Old Dominion UniversityEd.D., Vanderbilt UniversityFurther Graduate Study - Lock Haven University, University of<strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Sueppel, Peggy (2007)Professor, EconomicsB.A., S.U.N.Y. (Binghanton)M.B.A., <strong>Florida</strong> <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>Taecker, Susan (2006)Professor, Computer ScienceB.S., M.S., <strong>South</strong> Dakota <strong>State</strong> UniversityTagesson, Linda L. (1988)Professor, Adult EducationB.A., University of <strong>Florida</strong>M.S., Nova UniversityThomas, Gaylin (2000)Grants and Program SpecialistA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>Thornton, Ellen L. (<strong>2010</strong>)Instructor, Developmental ReadingB.S., Slippery Rock UniversityM.S., Nova UniversityTurner, Sylvia (<strong>2010</strong>)Coordinator, Adult Education Special ProjectsB.A., Tougaloo <strong>College</strong>M.A., Mississippi <strong>College</strong>West, Daniel L. (2004)Professor, Auto Collision and RepairWhite, Laura M. (1990)Associate Dean, Enrollment Management and University RelationsA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., Warner <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>M.A., Liberty UniversityFurther Graduate Study - University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>, Universityof Central <strong>Florida</strong>Wilder, Laura A. (2007)Student Advisor, DeSoto CampusA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.A., Warner <strong>South</strong>ern <strong>College</strong>Woodward, George Ann (2009)Instructor, Office EducationB.S., Cornell UniversityM.B.A., UCLA Anderson Graduate School of BusinessWright, Deena (<strong>2010</strong>)Take Stock in Children Student AdvocateA.A., <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., University of <strong>Florida</strong>Yeomans, Christopher R. (2003)Professor, Electrical Distribution TechnologyCertificate, Lineman Apprenticeship Program -Tennessee Valley Public Power AssociationYoung, Jennifer R. (2005)Coordinator, Community RelationsB.A., University of West <strong>Florida</strong>Zemko, Judy H. (1998)Chair, CounselingA.A., Daytona Beach Community <strong>College</strong>B.S., M.A., University of Central <strong>Florida</strong>Further Graduate Study - University of <strong>Florida</strong>Zimmer, Jay A. (2003)Professor, BiologyB.S., University of Wisconsin - Steven-PointM.S., Purdue UniversityFurther Graduate Study - Barry UniversityZimmer, Kellie R. (2004)Professor, Preparatory MathematicsB.S., Eastern Michigan UniversityM.S., Hodges Universityvan der Kaay, Christopher D. (2008)Director, Adult EducationB.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of <strong>South</strong> <strong>Florida</strong>Wade, Laura (<strong>2010</strong>)Coordinator, Student LifeB.F.A., University of Louisiana at LafayetteWard, Linda A. (2007)Chief Information OfficerB.S., University of the <strong>State</strong> of New YorkM.B.A., City University (Belleview, WA)Sc.D., <strong>South</strong>ern California University for Professional Studies209
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sfccIndexAA.A. Degree Completion Procedures........................................... 71A.A. Honors Program................................................................... 77Academic Amnesty...................................................................... 51Academic Appeals...................................................................... 51Academic Calendar..................................................................... 12Academic Counseling/Advising.................................................... 51Academic Ethics Policy................................................................ 52Academic Probation 1 - <strong>College</strong> Credit........................................ 54Academic Probation 2 - <strong>College</strong> Credit........................................ 55Academic Regulations................................................................. 51Academic Suspension........................................................... 51, 55Accelerated/Alternative Education .............................................. 34Access to Educational Records................................................... 60Accounting Applications - C.C.C.................................................. 89Accounting Paraprofessional - A.A.S........................................... 89Accreditation................................................................................. 1ACT/SAT Prep.............................................................................. 32Admission and Program Support Documents.............................. 24Admissions................................................................................... 19Admissions Policy........................................................................ 19Admissions Procedures............................................................... 20Admissions to SFCC’s Adult High School.................................... 19Admissions to Selective Programs.............................................. 23Admissions to <strong>State</strong> of <strong>Florida</strong> High School Diploma (GED)....... 20Admissions to the A.A., A.S., or A.A.S. Degree Programs........... 19Admissions to the Certificate Programs....................................... 19Adult Basic Education (ABE) and General EducationalDevelopment (GED) Classes................................................. 30Adult Education............................................................................ 30Adult High School.................................................................. 19, 30Adult General Education Course Fees........................................ 40Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI)........................................... 32Advanced Placement Credit (AP)................................................ 34Agri-Business Specialization - A.A.S........................................... 90Aid (Financial Aid)........................................................................ 40Air Conditioning, Refrig., and Heating Technology - O.C............. 90Alcohol Drug Accident Prevention Training (ADAPT).................. 32Amendment of Educational Records..................................... 60, 66Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).......................................... 16Annual Notification Requirement................................................. 65Appeals...................................................................... 46, 47, 51, 56Apprenticeship Programs............................................................. 84Areas of Study to Course Prefixes............................................. 141Artists’ Group (TAG)..................................................................... 31Assessment Testing .................................................................... 28Associate in Applied Science Degree Programs.......................... 81Associate in Arts Degree Program............................................... 70Associate in Arts - Honors Program............................................. 77Associate in Arts Transfer Plans University Transfer................... 78Associate in Science Degree Programs...................................... 81Asynchronous.............................................................................. 35Attorney for the <strong>College</strong> ................................................................ 7Auditing Classes.......................................................................... 52Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing - O.C..................... 91Automotive Service Technology - O.C......................................... 91BBaccalaureate and Graduate Degree Programs.......................... 37Bio-Medical Electronic Systems - A.A.S. .................................... 91Board of Trustees........................................................................... 7Bookstore..................................................................................... 62Borrowing Basics......................................................................... 43Building Restoration, Preservation, and Renovation - A.A.S....... 92Business Administration - A.A.S................................................... 92Business Administration - A.S...................................................... 93Business Management - C.C.C................................................... 94CCafeteria...................................................................................... 62Calendar (Academic)................................................................... 12Calendar of Events...................................................................... 13Campus/Center Maps................................................................ 210Career Pathways Articulation Credit............................................ 20Career Planning, Placement, and Co-op Education Center........ 62Child Development and Education - A.A.S. ................................ 94Citrus Specialization - A.A.S........................................................ 95Class Attendance......................................................................... 52CLEP Examinations..................................................................... 34Code of Conduct.......................................................................... 67<strong>College</strong> Attorney............................................................................. 7<strong>College</strong> Credit Certificate, Advanced Technical Diploma,and Occupational Certificate Programs................................... 82<strong>College</strong> Credit Certificate Testing................................................. 27<strong>College</strong> Entrance Testing and Placement Procedures........... 75, 76<strong>College</strong> Hours.............................................................................. 16<strong>College</strong> Level Examination Program (CLEP)............................... 34<strong>College</strong> Developmental Course Rule........................................... 74<strong>College</strong> Web site............................................................................ 1<strong>College</strong> Withdrawal...................................................................... 56<strong>College</strong> Year................................................................................. 17Commercial Air Conditioning - Apprenticeship............................. 95Commercial Vehicle Driving - O.C............................................... 96Community Education.................................................................. 31Community Education Fees......................................................... 40Competency Requirements for the A.A. Degree.......................... 70Computer Electronics Technology - O.C...................................... 96Computer Engineering Technology - A.A.S.................................. 96Computer Information Systems - A.S........................................... 97Computer Programming and Analysis - A.A.S............................. 98Computer Programming - C.C.C.................................................. 99Conduct.................................................................................. 63, 67Construction Management - A.A.S............................................... 99Continued Probation.................................................................... 46Cooperative Education (Co-op) and Job Placement Program..... 36Copyright and Intellectural Property............................................. 52Core Degree Requirements - A.A. Degree.................................. 70Core Degree Requirements - A.A.S. Degrees............................. 82Core Degree Requirements - A.S. Degrees................................. 81Core Values.................................................................................. 10Corporate and Continuing Education Programs.......................... 37Correctional Officer - O.C. ........................................................ 100Correctional to Correctional Probation (Crossover) - O.C......... 101Correctional to Law Enforcement (Crossover) - O.C................. 101Cosmetology - O.C.................................................................... 101214
sfccCounseling, Academic................................................................. 51Course Attempts (Withdrawal and Forgiveness Policy).............. 54Course Codes............................................................................ 142Course Descriptions .................................................................. 143Course Information.................................................................... 138Course Load................................................................................ 53Course Requirements.................................................................. 52Credit Awarded for Armed Services Educational Experiences..... 35Credit for Experience .................................................................. 35Criminal Justice Technology - A.A.S.......................................... 102Criminal Justice Technology - A.S.............................................. 103DDeferment for Veterans Fees....................................................... 40Definitions........................................................................ 25, 60, 64Dental Assistant - O.C................................................................ 103Dental Hygiene - A.A.S.............................................................. 105Description of Course Codes .................................................... 142DeSoto Campus Map..................................................................2<strong>11</strong>Determination of Satisfactory Progress....................................... 55Directed Independent Study (DIS)............................................... 35Directory..................................................................................... 203Directory Information.............................................................. 59, 66Directory Requests...................................................................... 60Disabled Student Services........................................................... 62Disciplinary Records.................................................................... 59Discipline...................................................................................... 63Disclosure of Education Records........................................... 59, 65Dishonesty................................................................................... 52Distance Learning........................................................................ 35District of Board of Trustees........................................................... 7Drafting and Design Technology - A.A.S.................................... 108Drafting - O.C............................................................................. 109Driver Education Programs.......................................................... 32Drug-Free Campus and Drug-Free Workplace Program............. 17Dual Enrollment - Early <strong>College</strong>/.................................................. 20EEarly Admissions/<strong>College</strong> Credit Program................................... 23Early-<strong>College</strong>/Dual-Enrollment Program...................................... 20Educator Preparation Institute (EPI).................................... 83, 109Eight (8)-Hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI)........................... 32Electives....................................................................................... 74Electrical - Apprenticeship.......................................................... 109Electrical Distribution Technology - A.A.S...................................<strong>11</strong>0Electrical Lineman - Apprenticeship............................................<strong>11</strong>1Electric Line Service Repair - O.C..............................................<strong>11</strong>1Electronic (Distance) Learning (eLearning)........................... 35, 64Electronics Engineering - A.A.S..................................................<strong>11</strong>2Electronics Engineering - A.S.....................................................<strong>11</strong>2Electronics Technology - O.C......................................................<strong>11</strong>3Eligibility Criteria for Federal Financial Aid................................... 40Emergency Medical Services - A.A.S.........................................<strong>11</strong>3Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) - ATD............................<strong>11</strong>4English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) ..................... 30Equal Access/Equal Opportunity............................................ 17, 63Estimated Costs of Attendance.................................................... 39Exceptions to the Appeals Process.............................................. 47FFaculty, Full-time........................................................................ 204Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)................... 58Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)....................... 42Federal <strong>College</strong> Work Study (FWS)............................................. 42Federal Direct Student Loan Program......................................... 43Federal Financial Aid Programs................................................... 40Federal Pell Grant........................................................................ 42Federal PLUS Direct Loan........................................................... 43Federal Subsidized Direct Student Loan..................................... 43Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)... 42Federal TEACH Grant.................................................................. 43Federal Title IV Policy on Withdrawals and Return of Financial Aid.... 49Federal Unsubsidized Direct Student Loan................................. 43Fees .................................................................................... 39, 40Financial and Financial Aid Information................................. 38, 40Fire Science Technology - A.A.S.................................................<strong>11</strong>5<strong>Florida</strong> Blue Key........................................................................... 16<strong>Florida</strong> Bright Futures Scholarship Program................................ 42<strong>Florida</strong>’s <strong>State</strong>wide Course Numbering System ........................ 139<strong>Florida</strong> Student Assistance Grant (FSAG)................................... 42<strong>Florida</strong> Student Assistance Grant Career Education (FSAG-CE).... 42<strong>Florida</strong> Work Experience Program (FWEP)................................. 42Food Management, Production, and Services - O.C..................<strong>11</strong>5Foreign Language........................................................................ 71Former Students - Financial Aid................................................... 40Freedom of Inquiry and Expression............................................. 67Full-Time Faculty and Administrative Staff................................. 204GGeneral <strong>College</strong> Information.................................................... 9, 10General Educational Development (GED) Testing....................... 27General Education Electives........................................................ 74General Education Outcomes...................................................... 72General Education Requirements for the A.A. Degree................ 73General Education Requirements for the A.A.S. Degree............. 82General Education Requirements for the A.S. Degree................ 81General Secretarial - A.A.S........................................................ 135General Secretarial Specialist - C.C.C....................................... 137Grade Appeals............................................................................. 51Grading System........................................................................... 53Graduate Degree Programs......................................................... 37Graduation Ceremony Procedures.............................................. 62Graduation Procedures for All Programs..................................... 54Graduation with Distinction.......................................................... 16Grants and Loans........................................................................ 42HHardee Campus Map................................................................. 212Health or Safety Emergency........................................................ 59Heartland Senior Games............................................................. 31Highlands Campus Bookstore..................................................... 62Highlands Campus Cafeteria....................................................... 62Highlands Campus Map............................................................. 210History.......................................................................................... 10Honors Program - Associate in Arts....................................... 16, 77Hospitality and Tourism Management - A.A.S.............................<strong>11</strong>6Hospitality and Tourism Management - A.S................................<strong>11</strong>6Hotel Jacaranda........................................................................... 17Hybrid .......................................................................................... 35215
sfccIIncomplete “I” Grade.................................................................... 54Independent Study, Directed........................................................ 35Independent Study, Special......................................................... 35Industrial Management Technology - A.A.S. ..............................<strong>11</strong>7Initiating Changes at the <strong>College</strong>................................................. 63Institutional Credit........................................................................ 83Insurance Fees............................................................................ 40International Students.................................................................. 25JJacaranda, The Hotel................................................................... 17Job Placement Employer Services........................................ 36, 62Job Placement Student Services........................................... 36, 62LLab Fees.............................................................................. 40, 142Lake Placid Center Map............................................................. 213Landscape and Horticulture Professional - C.C.C......................<strong>11</strong>7Landscape and Horticulture Specialization - A.A.S.....................<strong>11</strong>8Landscape and Horticulture Technician - C.C.C.........................<strong>11</strong>8Law Enforcement Auxiliary Officer - O.C....................................<strong>11</strong>9Law Enforcement (Basic) - O.C..................................................<strong>11</strong>9Law Enforcement/Security........................................................... 17Law Enforcement Unit Records................................................... 59Leadership Highlands.................................................................. 31Learning Resources Center (LRC).............................................. 63Library.......................................................................................... 63Lifetime Learners Institute............................................................ 31Limited Access Records............................................................... 66Loans........................................................................................... 43Local Scholarships....................................................................... 45Location - Occupational Program Offerings by............................ 87Locations of the <strong>College</strong>...............................................................<strong>11</strong>MMaster’s Degree Programs.......................................................... 37Maximum Time Frame................................................................. 46Medical Secretarial - A.A.S........................................................ 136Medical Secretarial - O.C........................................................... 136Medical Secretarial Specialist - C.C.C....................................... 137Merit Based Scholarships............................................................ 44Mission......................................................................................... 10Mixed-Mode/Hybrid...................................................................... 35NNail Specialty - O.C.................................................................... 120Need and Merit Based Scholarships............................................ 44Need Based Scholarships............................................................ 44Networking Services Technology - A.A.S................................... 120Network Support Services - O.C................................................ 121New Occupational Certificate Programs...................................... 83New Students - Admissions......................................................... 20New Students - Financial Aid....................................................... 40Non-release of Directory Information........................................... 66Notification of Social Security Number (SSN) Collectionand Use................................................................................... 58Nurse Assistant - O.C................................................................ 121Nursing (Generic - RN) - A.A.S.................................................. 122Nursing (Generic - RN) - A.S..................................................... 124Nursing (Practical) - O.C............................................................ 126Nursing (Transition - LPN to RN) - A.A.S................................... 127Nursing (Transition - LPN to RN) - A.S...................................... 129OOccupational Appeal Process...................................................... 56Occupational Certificate Testing................................................... 27Occupational Credit..................................................................... 55Occupational Degree and Certificate Programs.......................... 80Occupational Program Probation Procedure............................... 55Occupational Program Offerings by Location.............................. 87Occupational Programs (Completion Requirements).................. 83Occupational Programs of Study - Program Guides.................... 89Occupational Programs of Study - Program List.......................... 85Occupational Program Suspension............................................. 55Occupational Scholarships.......................................................... 44Occupational/Vocational Scholarship Application........................ 45Officers of the <strong>College</strong>................................................................... 8Organization of the <strong>College</strong>......................................................... 15Other Scholarships...................................................................... 45Outstanding Student Awards........................................................ 16PPanther Athletics.......................................................................... 64Paramedic - C.C.C..................................................................... 132Parents Access to Records.......................................................... 59Parents, Children, and Divorce.................................................... 31Performance/Participation Scholarships...................................... 44Phi Theta Kappa.......................................................................... 16Phlebotomy - O.C...................................................................... 132Placement Testing........................................................................ 27Plagiarism.................................................................................... 52Plumbing Technology - Apprenticeship...................................... 133Practical Nursing - O.C.............................................................. 126President’s List............................................................................. 16President’s Message...................................................................... 6Primary Rights............................................................................. 64Priority Dates - Financial Aid........................................................ 41Private/Home School Procedure.................................................. 22Probations.............................................................................. 46, 54Procedures to Inspect Education Records................................... 65Program Guides........................................................................... 89Programs of Study - Occupational......................................... 85, 89Protection Against Improper Disclosure....................................... 67Protection of Freedom of Expression........................................... 67Public School Procedure.............................................................. 21RRadiography - A.A.S.................................................................. 133Recognition of Academic Excellence .......................................... 16Record of Requests for Disclosure.............................................. 66Records Maintenance and Privacy Guidelines............................ 58Refund/Academic Appeals........................................................... 49Refund Policy............................................................................... 48216
sfccRefunds for <strong>College</strong> Credit, Occupational CertificateCourses, and Short Term Classes........................................... 48Refusal to Provide Copies........................................................... 65Regaining Eligibility Through Appeal Process.............................. 46Removal of Academic Probation/Suspension Status................... 55Removal of Probation - Occupational.......................................... 55Repayment Procedure for BF Withdrawals.................................. 42Reporting of Emergencies and Criminal Activity.......................... 17Requests Definitions.................................................................... 60Resident Information and Requirements..................................... 25Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)........................... 31Return of Federal Financial Aid Calculation Method.................... 49Rights to File a Complaint............................................................ 67SSafe Driving Accident Prevention Program (SDAPP).................. 32Safety Awareness Programs........................................................ 17SAT/ACT Prep.............................................................................. 32Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)........................................ 45Schedule of Classes.................................................................... 54Scholarships................................................................................ 44Secretarial/Administrative Assistant - O.C. ............................... 135Secretarial (General) - A.A.S..................................................... 135Secretarial (Medical) - A.A.S. .................................................... 136Secretarial (Medical) - O.C. ...................................................... 136Secretarial Specialist (General) - C.C.C. .................................. 137Secretarial Specialist (Medical) - C.C.C. ................................... 137Security/Law Enforcement.......................................................... 17Services Information.................................................................... 14Sexual Misconduct....................................................................... 17SFCC Adult High School Early <strong>College</strong> Program......................... 30SFCC and Other Financial Aid Programs.................................... 44SFCC Course Descriptions and Cross References................... 141SFCC Foundation Scholarships................................................... 44SFCC High School Diploma Requirements................................. 30SFCC Institutional Core Values.................................................... 10SFCC Mission.............................................................................. 10SFCC Vision................................................................................. 10SFCC Web site.............................................................................. 1SFCC Work Study........................................................................ 44Skin Care Specialty - O.C.......................................................... 137Special Independent Study.......................................................... 35Special Programs, Courses, and Services.................................. 33Special Refunds........................................................................... 48Standards of Academic Progress................................................. 54Standards of Academic Progress - Financial Aid......................... 45<strong>State</strong>wide Course Numbering System....................................... 139Student Activities.......................................................................... 64Student Classification.................................................................. 54Student Conduct and Discipline................................................... 63Student Directory Information...................................................... 57Student Information...................................................................... 61Student Obligations...................................................................... 39Student Responsibilities......................................................... 48, 56Student Rights and Code of Conduct.......................................... 64Student Rights and Responsibilities - Financial Aid..................... 47Students’ Right to Know Information............................................ 68Student Withdrawals ................................................................... 56Summer Youth Enrichment Program........................................... 32Support Services.......................................................................... 64Suspensions.......................................................................... 46, 55TTable of Contents .......................................................................... 2Telephone Numbers................................................................. 1, 14Terms Offered............................................................................ 142Testing.......................................................................................... 27Top 10 Percent Academic Incentives........................................... 44Transfer Students................................................................... 28, 55Transfer Students - Financial Aid........................................... 40, 46Transient Students....................................................................... 28Tuition Deferment for Veterans.................................................... 40Tuition Installment Payment (TIP) Plan........................................ 44Tutoring and Learning Center (TLC)............................................ 63Two-way Interactive Televised Courses (2xTV)........................... 35Types of Financial Aid.................................................................. 42UUnsatisfactory Progress - VA Recipients ..................................... 56VVeterans Educational Benefits Recipients................................... 56Veterans - Fee Deferment for...................................................... 40Vice President’s List..................................................................... 16Video Conference (2xTV)............................................................. 35Vision .......................................................................................... 10WWeb-Enhanced............................................................................ 35Welfare Transition Services (WTS).............................................. 44Withdrawal and Forgiveness Policy (Course Attempts)............... 54Withdrawals................................................................................. 56Work Study............................................................................. 42, 44Writing and Computation Course Requirements.......................... 78YYouth Enrichment Programs........................................................ 32217
sfccADDENDUMACADEMIC REGULATIONSCOPYRIGHTIn accordance with college policies, you must respect copyrighted material, in whatever medium or technological applicationyou may find them. You must document sources appropriately when using any copyrighted material. Note: You should be incompliance if you use a recognized documentation system such as Modern Language Association (MLA) or American PsychologicalAssociation (APA) documentation guides.INTELLECTUAL PROPERTYIf you develop a product (of any sort) that could earn revenue and the product is developed on SFCC’s campus/center, usingSFCC’s facilities or in conjunction with SFCC employees, the college may own some or all of the product. Ownership of theproduct is negotiated between you, the college, and any other interested parties and stated in a written contract. If you havequestions regarding product ownership, please contact the vice president for administrative services at (863) 784-7218.PROGRAM REVISIONSADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - Occupational Certificate Program #3430 (Effective Spring 20<strong>11</strong>)218
sfccREVISEDEFFECTIVE SPRING 20<strong>11</strong>ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTOCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATEProgram Code: 3430Description of Program: The administrative assistant certificate prepares you for an office occupation such as typist, payroll clerk,accounts payable/accounts receivable clerk, word processor, receptionist, file clerk, general office clerk, secretary, and administrativeassistant. Course content includes, but is not limited to, accounting (elective), payroll, business English, business communications,keyboarding, introduction to business trends, office machines, transcription, fundamental basic office procedures, introduction tocomputers, work relations, and interpersonal skills. If you receive your administrative assistant occupational certificate, you mayreceive up to 30 credits toward an A.A.S. degree in general secretarial (Program #2140). Consult your instructor.Class Meetings: Classes meet Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.Length: <strong>11</strong>04 contact hours / 36.8 occupational creditsPrefix Number Course Title Contact Hrs.Fall TermOTA 0101 Occupational Introductory Keyboarding 48OTA 03<strong>11</strong> Occupational Business English 48OTA 0405 Occupational Files Management andDocument Processing 48* OTA 0501 Occupational Business Math usingSpreadsheets 48OTA 0595 Occupational Introduction to Business 48OTA 0422L Office Practices Lab 240480Spring Term* OTA 0322 Occupational Business Communications 48* OCA 0301 Occupational Word Processing MS Word 48OTA 0490 Occupational Personal Business Skills 48* OTA 0105 Occupational Intermediate Keyboarding 48OTA 0402 Occupational Office Machines 48OTA 0422L Office Practices Lab 240480First Summer Flex Session* OCA 0100 Occupational Computer Applications 48* OTA 0943 Occupational Office Internship 48OTA 0422L Office Practices Lab 48144* Check the course descriptions for prerequisites.NOTE: If you enter the Administrative Assistant Occupational Certificate Program in spring or summer term, you will have limitedcourse selection and may require more than one year to complete.219
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