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ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1 2015-2016 Catalog and Student Handbook Rowan-Cabarrus Community College ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2 Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Directory General College Information Phone: 704-216-RCCC (7222) Hours of Access: Mon. – Thurs.: 7:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Fri. 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. An automated attendant is available after hours. See the college website for campus directory of specific Rowan-Cabarrus phone listings. College Mailing Address: Rowan-Cabarrus Community College P.O. Box 1595 Salisbury, N.C. 28145 College Package Delivery: (Unless specified otherwise) Rowan-Cabarrus Community College 1531 Trinity Church Rd. Concord, NC 28027 College Internet Address: www.rccc.edu Locations: North Campus 1333 Jake Alexander Boulevard., Salisbury, NC 28146 South Campus 1531 Trinity Church Road, Concord, NC 28027 Cabarrus Business and Technology Center 660 Concord Parkway Drive, Concord, NC 28027 North Carolina Research Campus 399 Biotechnology Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081 West Avenue Campus 120 West Avenue, Kannapolis, NC 28081 All Campus Locations are Tobacco Free. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 3 Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Table of Contents Academic Calendar.....................................................................................................4 General Information...................................................................................................5 History of the College.....................................................................................7 Program/Services Overview.......................................................................................9 Admissions and Enrollment.....................................................................................13 General Admission Information.................................................................14 Admission of High School Students............................................................17 General Admission Information for Corporate and Continuing Education...........................................................................18 Tuition and Fees...........................................................................................19 Financial Aid & Veterans Benefits...............................................................22 College Policies and Procedures...............................................................................25 Academic Policies and Procedures.............................................................26 Standards Governing Student Enrollment.................................................36 Disciplinary Actions & Sanctions................................................................40 Campus Safety Information........................................................................43 Programs of Study.....................................................................................................47 Course Descriptions................................................................................................153 Faculty and Staff......................................................................................................257 ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 4 Academic Calendar Fall Semester 2015 Aug. 17 M Classes Begin for 16-Week Classes and 1st 8-Week Classes Sept. 7 M Labor Day Holiday* Oct. 9 F Classes End for 1st 8-Week Classes Oct. 12-14 M-W Student Break Days Oct. 19 M Classes Begin for 2nd 8-Week Classes Nov. 11 W Veterans Day Holiday* Nov. 25 W Student Break Day Nov. 26-27 TH-F Thanksgiving Holidays* Dec. 16 W Classes End for 16-Week Classes and 2nd 8-Week Classes Dec. 21-31 M-TH Winter Holidays* Spring Semester 2016 Jan. 1 F New Year’s Holidays* Jan. 11 M Classes Begin for 16-Week Classes and 1st 8-Week Classes Jan. 18 M Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday* Mar. 4 F Classes End for 1st 8-Week Classes Mar. 7-11 M-F Spring Break Days - College Closed Mar. 16 W Classes Begin for 2nd 8-Week Classes Mar. 25 F Spring Holiday – College Closed May 10 T Classes End for 16-Week Classes and 2nd 8-Week Classes May 14 S Graduation Summer Semester 2016 May 18 W Classes Begin for 10-Week Classes and 1st 5-Week Classes May 30 M Memorial Day Holiday* July 4 M 4th of July Holiday* July 28 TH Classes End for 10-Week Classes and 2nd 5-Week Classes Disclaimer Statements for Calendars *Rowan-Cabarrus is closed on holidays listed above. The calendar is subject to change. For the most current version, consult the online calendar at: College Course Advisement Weeks and Registration dates for each term will be announced in the Rowan-Cabarrus Student Planner Spring Break Days will be used as make-up days for inclement weather, if necessary. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 5 General Information ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 6 General Information Rowan-Cabarrus Community College reserves the right to change its regulations, policies, fees and programs without notice. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is an equal opportunity institution. All programs, activities and facilities are available to all on a non-discriminatory basis, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or national origin. The College provides access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities upon request, in advance of the event. Open Door Policy Rowan-Cabarrus Community College has an open-door admission policy for applicants who are high school graduates, are at least 18 years of age or whose admission eligibility conforms to North Carolina law and North Carolina Community College system directives. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to amend the local admissions policy within the parameters permitted by the state of North Carolina and the State Board of Community College Code. Admission to the college is open without regard to race, creed, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation or age to any student who meets the age or graduation requirements. Some degree programs have specific requirements for admission. Information about specific requirements can be found on the college website, or by contacting the Navigation Station at 704-216-7222. Tuition Tuition is set by the North Carolina Legislature and the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges. Tuition rates are subject to change without notice. Accreditation Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees, diplomas and certificates. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404- 679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Rowan- Cabarrus Community College. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/president/accreditation/ Consumer Information In compliance with federal law this information can be located on the college website: wwww.rccc.edu. Board of Trustees Carl M. Short, Jr., Chair Cynthia L. Mynatt, Vice Chair Dr. Carol S. Spalding, President Matthew C. Barr J. Thomas Bost Paul A. Brown Darise D. Caldwell R. Daryl Cox Patricia G. Fulcher Patricia K. Horton Administration Dr. Carol S. Spalding..................................... College President Dr. Michael Quillen.....Vice-President of Academic Programs Craig Lamb........................... Vice-President of Corporate and Continuing Education Gaye McConnell..... Vice-President Enrollment Management and the Student Experience Ken Ingle......................................... Chief Information Officer Carla Howell............................... Chief Officer of Governance, Foundation and Public Relations Janet Spriggs......................................... Chief Financial Officer Jonathan Chamberlain......Chief Officer of Facilities Services Tina Haynes......................Chief Officer of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness Mark Ebersole.............. Associate Vice-President, Enrollment Management and Student Services Angelo Markantonakis.................... Associate Vice-President, Academic Programs Dr. Van Madray................ Dean of Engineering and Business Technologies Wendy Barnhardt........... Dean of Health and Public Services Dr. Carol Scherczinger......... Dean of Science, Biotechnology, Mathematics and Information Technologies Claudia Swicegood.............................Dean of Special Projects Dr. Carol Holbert.............. Dean, Department of Liberal Arts, and General Education Gary Connor.......... Executive Director of Pre-College Studies Ann Morris........................................ Associate Vice President of Corporate and Continuing Education Debra NeeSmith........Dean of Educational Resource Services Spencer Rummage.......Dean of Public Services Technologies General Information Lynn G. Marsh Robert S. Misenheimer Stephen M. Morris Dakeita Vanderburg- Johnson Quentin Woodward, Jr. Tereysha Robles, Student Government Association President ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 7 2015-2018 Rowan-Cabarrus Strategic Plan Mission Rowan-Cabarrus improves lives and builds community through public higher education and workforce development. Values We are committed to our college and our community through our values: • Excellence and innovation in education and workforce training; • Continuous improvement through lifelong learning and achievement; • Trust, integrity, inclusiveness, and mutual respect; • Exemplary service through team work; • Responsibility, sustainability, accountability; • Leadership, partnership and global citizenship. Goals • Prepare students for careers and opportunities that stimulate sustainable economic and workforce development. • Foster a culture of learning that inspires academic excellence and promotes student success. • Provide excellent service to current and prospective students, colleagues, businesses, industries, and the community. • Acquire, develop, and manage human, fiscal, and physical resources essential to the development and delivery of technology-enriched, high value education and service. • Serve as a catalyst for advancing the region. www.rccc.edu/effectiveness/rowan-cabarrus-community-college- strategic-plan-2015-2018/ General Information History of the College The need for a technical education center was recognized in 1960, when Salisbury-Rowan community leaders, working through the chamber of commerce, conducted a survey of manpower requirements in the area. Results of the survey provided the basis for their request that the State Board of Education establish an industrial education center in Rowan County. The people of Rowan County gave strong support to the idea by approving a $500,000 bond issue to purchase land and to finance construction of the first building. When the center first opened its doors in 1963, it offered seven pre-employment education programs and a variety of short courses for adults. In 1964, the school was designated Rowan Technical Institute under the provisions of the Community College- Technical Institute Act. This made it possible to expand the school’s curricula. In 1979, the General Assembly passed a bill which recognized the synonymous nature of the terms “institute” and “college.” After appropriate action by the Board of Trustees and the Rowan County Commissioners, the North Carolina State Board of Education officially approved the name of Rowan Technical College. In 1988, the trustees of the college voted to change the name of the institution to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College to more accurately reflect the comprehensive nature of its programs and the service area. The college became the first multi-campus institution in the state in 1991 when the South Campus opened its doors. The college has experienced considerable growth since 1963, and now enrolls an average of 20,000 citizens annually. Today, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College prepares individuals for careers in approximately 50 programs of study in business, health and public services, and industrial and engineering technologies. The college also offers the Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts and Associate in Science degree programs for those students who intend to transfer to a four-year college or university. Rowan-Cabarrus serves the residents of Cabarrus and Rowan counties at four campus locations (North, South, Cloverleaf Plaza and Cabarrus Business and Technology Center), multiple centers, and through online programs. In 2010, Rowan-Cabarrus opened a 62,000-square-foot classroom and laboratory building at the North Carolina Research Campus, in Kannapolis. At the same time, a new 38,000-square-foot classroom building opened at the North Campus. This was Rowan- Cabarrus’ first LEED building and the first completely new facility built on the North Campus in more than 30 years. The building is LEED Gold certified, a leader in its own right as the first LEED Gold building in Rowan or Cabarrus counties and the fourth in the NC Community College system. In November 2010, Rowan County citizens approved a $12 million bond referendum for capital improvement projects on the North Campus as a commitment to keep the college facilities updated to provide the highest quality and relevant instruction and training for our communities. These renovations are ongoing on the North Campus through 2015. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 8 General Information ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 9 Program/Services Overview ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 10 Programs and Services Overview Business, Engineering, Health, Public Services and Technical Programs: (A.A.S. or Associate in Applied Sciences) The North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) has offered two-year degree, diploma and certificate programs for individuals whose career goals are to immediately enter the workforce in their chosen profession or trade. The program offerings in the Associate in Applied Sciences provide education and training in current and emerging careers in our regional service area and beyond. Some of the A.A.S. programs have established articulation agreements with private and public universities which accept some courses toward an undergraduate degree. Transfer Programs: Rowan-Cabarrus offers three transfer program areas: Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Fine Arts (A.F.A.), and Associate of Science (A.S.). The transfer programs offer degree completing students the opportunity to transfer 60 - 61 credit hours to the University of North Carolina system member institutions. See Comprehensive Articulation Agreement section Transferring to private universities or to colleges and universities outside of North Carolina requires additional research and planning by students while enrolled at Rowan-Cabarrus to ensure the best possible credit transition. Associate in General Education: The Associate in General Education (A.G.E.) is a degree program designed for students who want additional flexibility in designing a degree program to meet their educational and academic needs. The A.G.E. is not a transfer degree option, but some individual courses may be received by senior institutions if a student is interested in transferring. Pre-health students are assigned in this major until formally admitted to a health program. Comprehensive Articulation Agreement: The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement became effective in 1997 and was revised in 2014. Students entering fall 2014 semester or later will follow the 2014 Comprehensive Articulation Agreement while transfer students enrolled before 2014 may elect to graduate under the 1997 criteria. This agreement addresses the transfer of credits between institutions in the North Carolina Community College System and from that system to constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina. Community college graduates of the A.A. and A.S. programs who have completed the general education transfer core will be considered to have fulfilled the institution wide, lower division general education requirements of receiving institution. Academic and Career Advising Centers (ACA Centers): ACA Center academic advisors are available on both North and South campuses to assist students with their educational planning. ACA Center advisors are dedicated to providing quality advising in an environment that is welcoming, professional, and supportive. Academic Advising is a cooperative effort between the student and the advisor that is an ongoing and developmental process, which may extend well beyond course planning and selection. While the ultimate responsibility for exploring choices and making decisions rests with the student, the ACA Advisors are committed to facilitating this process so students can develop an educational plan, set career goals and achieve personal growth. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www. rccc.edu/aca/. Adult Studies: An important function of the College is to provide educational programs on the pre-college level. Pre-college Studies offer adults the opportunity for meaningful social and occupational growth through Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency Program (HSE, formerly GED) and English as a Second Language (ESL) program. For additional information, please visit the Rowan- Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/precollege/. Career and College Promise Program: The Career and College Promise Program (CCP) allows qualified high school students to earn college credits toward a transfer degree or a technical education degree. The program has specific admission criteria and specific courses for program completion. High school students who are interested in this opportunity must consult with their high school counselor or, if in an approved homeschool, the student and principal may consult with the director of admissions and enrollment management. For additional information, please visit the Rowan- Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/ccp. Corporate and Continuing Education Programs: At Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, Corporate and Continuing Education programs support the philosophy that learning is a lifelong activity. This division offers courses for professional and job skills development and personal enrichment courses of general interest at convenient times and locations. The Corporate and Continuing Education Division supports individual, organizational, and economic development by providing career-focused, educational programs and services to citizens and employers of Rowan and Cabarrus counties. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/ corporatecontinuing/. Program/Services Overview ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 11 Counseling Services: Professional counseling services are provided to students, prospective students, and the entire college community in the areas of academic, career, disability services, and personal counseling. Counseling services are confidential. Consistent with the College’s mission, counseling services focus on promoting student success, retention and individual growth. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/ counseling/. Career Services provide career counseling to students and potential students; provide tools and information for students to be successful in their job search in the way of resume reviews, interview feedback, and labor market information. This department offers individual and group career counseling and other career exploration tools to help students make decisions about their education and career path. Career counselors encourage students to look inward and learn more about themselves in order to venture outward toward their future. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at http://www.rccc.edu/careerservices/. English as a Second Language (E.S.L): ESL is offered as a Pre-College program. Please refer to the Basic Skills section. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc. edu/precollege/about-the-english-as-a-second-language-program/. Enrollment and Student Services: Students can receive information about admissions, registration, general advising assistance, transcripts, financial aid, career counseling, academic counseling, veterans’ benefits and graduation through the Navigation Stations at North or South Campus. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/studentservices/. Financial Aid/Veteran’s Administration Benefits/Federal Student Loans Rowan-Cabarrus offers many types of financial assistance including federal and state grants, federal student loans, federal work study and institutional scholarships. Initially, students should complete the federal financial aid application at: www.fafsa.gov to be considered for financial assistance. Veteran’s benefits are available for qualified veterans and/or their designated family member. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/financialaid/ or http://www.rccc.edu/ vets/ Learning Resource Centers (LRCs): Learning Resource Centers (LRCs) are essential components of Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. The LRCs provide our patrons with library, audiovisual, Internet and instructional resources and services necessary to support the educational programs of the college. They also provide resources to meet the various needs, interests, and aptitudes of the students enrolled in lifelong learning. LRCs are available at North, South NCRC and CBTC. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/lrc/. Navigation Station: Navigation Station is more than a place... it’s a philosophy. You come to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College to learn and not to run from office to office taking care of the administrative details of your education. The school brings together a host of administrative services under one roof so that you can get back to the business of being a student! Start at the Navigation Station on-campus or online to start your success at Rowan-Cabarrus. The Navigation Station offers extended hours at both our North and South Campuses to meet your needs. Individual services are scheduled by location. Please check out the website for details: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/. Student Government Association/ Student Life: Student Life is a critical component of the student experience. Student Life at Rowan-Cabarrus continues to flourish with record participation in clubs and activities. Student Life extends beyond the campuses as well. The student life calendar includes service projects, blood drives, legislative visits, leadership conferences, and more. Online publications, social media platforms, and charter bus excursions are available to Rowan-Cabarrus students. The Student Government Association continues to be the official voice through which students’ opinions and actions may be carried out. Chartered student organizations allow for student membership in clubs of academic and social interest. For additional information on ways to get involved, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/studentlife/ or http:// www.rccc.edu/sga/. Small Business Center: The mission of the Small Business Center (SBC) is to increase the success rate and number of viable small businesses in the community by providing education, counseling, a resource library, and special programs. The SBC offers free two-hour seminars on topics such as business start-up, funding, business plans, marketing, sales, website design, social media and online ventures. More in-depth training and skill building includes courses in basic accounting, QuickBooks and business plan writing. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/sbc/. Program/Services Overview ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 12 Program/Services Overview Testing Centers: The Testing Centers at North and South Campus provide comprehensive testing services, including placement testing, High School Equivalency (HSE) testing, academic course testing, CLEP, DSST, and industry specific certifications. The Testing Centers serve as remote test sites for other colleges and universities. Rowan-Cabarrus is also an authorized testing site for Pearson-VUE. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/testing/. Tutoring Centers: Tutoring services for students are available on North and South Campuses. Students can receive assistance on English, writing, reading, mathematics, business technology courses, most science classes, including biotechnology and foreign languages. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/tutoring/. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 13 Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 14 General Admission Information The College and other institutions in the North Carolina Community College System operate under an Open Door policy. In accordance with the State Board of Community College Code, Title 23, Chapter 2(c), Section .0300, the College shall maintain an open-door admissions policy, which accepts applicants who have graduated from high school, hold a GED or adult high school diploma, or are at least 18 years of age. The College also enrolls high school students who are qualified to participate in college courses through the Career and College Promise Program or selected continuing education training courses. The Rowan-Cabarrus Board of Trustees reserves the right to establish local admission policies as authorized within the parameters established by the State Board of Community College Code. Rowan-Cabarrus offers education and training to meet the needs of the community. Different areas of the College have different admission criteria. Please read the section which applies to your educational interest or contact the Navigation Station for assistance regarding specific criteria. Individuals seeking accommodations related to enrollment, please refer to the section for Special Students. College Degree, Diploma and Certificate Program Admission The degree, diploma, or certificate programs are taught at a level beyond high school. Therefore, a high school diploma or recognized equivalent is usually the minimal preparation; however, a prospective student may demonstrate their academic readiness though the college placement inventory. If you have not completed high school, the College provides adult studies (HSE) programs through pre-college studies. In order to assure that your educational experience will be successful; advisors will assist in determining your present academic preparedness for the program you have chosen. The College uses placement tests, academic records, occupational experience and/or other indicators to determine the student’s preparedness and potential for success. If you have not successfully completed all the high school courses needed to succeed in the program of your choice, Rowan-Cabarrus will make the courses available to you. In certain A.A.S. programs, students are enrolled on a space-available basis because laboratory space is limited. Applicants to these programs are encouraged to contact Student Services as soon as possible. High school seniors should apply early in their senior year. New students are admitted prior to the start of each semester. Qualified students are accepted during each semester’s registration, if space is available. The Basic Law Enforcement Training program and all health programs contain additional admission requirements that must be met before the student is admitted to the program. All admission requirements are listed in special admission section and the online catalog updates. Developmental Courses Developmental courses (designed to improve reading, writing, spelling, mathematics and computer skills) are taught in small classes. If you completed the placement tests and your scores indicate that you needed to refresh your skills, you will need to take some developmental courses. Usually, students who take developmental courses will be advised that they can take one or two of their regular program courses at the same time. Academic advisors will assist you in planning your schedule. Developmental classes are considered non-credit courses and are not included in the grade point average; however, tuition and fees are charged at the same rate as a credit course. Some college level courses have satisfactory completion of a related developmental course as a prerequisite. Online/Hybrid Formats Students are required to meet academic and skill pre-requisites prior to registering for an internet course. Such prerequisities determine student preparedness and support student potential for success in an internet course. Student preparedness includes demonstrated reading, written communication, and technical skills. All internet course, regardless of the curriculum, are reading intensive and writing intensive, and require participants to use a wide variety of computer and internet technology. Enrolling is Easy at Rowan-Cabarrus: • Apply for Admission: Once you have made the decision to take classes at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, apply on-line through College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC). It takes a minimum of two business days to process your application, depending on the date you apply. Please check the website for admission deadlines. • By electronically completing and submitting the college application, the student accepts the responsibility to be aware of and follow codes of conduct, behavior standards and all program specific rules, policies and procedures. • Official Transcripts* Contact the guidance office or registrar’s office of your high school and any colleges you have attended and request an official copy of your transcript be sent to: Student Services/Records Office Rowan-Cabarrus Community College P.O. Box 1595 Salisbury, North Carolina 28145-1595 Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 15 o An official transcript is in a sealed envelope, has an embossed seal or original signature, and is usually mailed directly to Rowan-Cabarrus from the institution or may be sent electronically from the institution or transcript service to Rowan- Cabarrus. The graduation date will be posted on all high school transcripts. Public high school graduates are encouraged to request an electronic copy from the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC). o Home-school graduates should send a final transcript, verifying your graduation, as well as a copy of the letter from the North Carolina Department of Non-Public Instruction acknowledging your home school. Correspondence/online school diplomas will be accepted if they are regionally accredited or accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Any other correspondence/online school diplomas will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. • Placement Testing is generally required of all students entering a curriculum program at Rowan- Cabarrus. The North Carolina Diagnostic and Placement Tests (NC_DAP) assess your skills in the fundamentals of English/reading, mathematics, writing, and basic computer skills. Your scores are used to appropriately place you into courses that will enable you to succeed in your college journey. If you are entering a certificate program or taking a specific course of interest, you may not be required to take placement testing, but will be expected to meet all course prerequisites to be eligible to register. You may be exempt from testing if you: • Have a U.S public high school unweighted GPA equal to or greater than (= or >) 2.6, graduated within five years of your college enrollment, and earned passing grades in four math courses, including Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and a fourth math suitable for college admission. • Have completed transferable college-level coursework in English and math with a grade of “C” or better. Your official college transcript from the awarding college must be evaluated in order to determine any exemption. • Achieved SAT scores of Writing (500) OR Critical Reading (500) and Math (500) or ACT scores of Reading (22) OR English (18) and Math (22). Your official scores must be received from the testing agency to determine any exemptions. In addition, the ACT or SAT must have been completed within the previous five years. • Have received an associate degree, bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university. Your official college transcript showing the degree awarded must be received and evaluated to determine any exemptions. You must complete an application for admission prior to testing and have a Student ID number. You will schedule an appointment to take the placement test (English/Reading, Mathematics, and Computer Skills) at www.rccc.edu/testing. Special accommodations for placement testing due to a disability can be made with Disability Services prior to scheduling a placement test date. Please refer to the “Information about Special Students” section. If you are an applicant for the Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing, Dental Assisting, Radiography, or Basic Law Enforcement Training programs, please refer to the specific program for required placement scores, remediation, and other criteria used for program admission. On Testing Day: • Check in with the staff at the Navigation Station on either the North or South Campus area when you arrive. • Bring a photo ID, such as a Driver’s License, Military ID, State ID Card, or Student ID Card. • Bring your Student ID Number – You will not be able to test without this number. If you cannot locate your Student ID Number, please ask the Navigation Station staff for assistance. • Personal calculators are not permitted on the mathematics section of the NC_DAP. Instead, you will have access to a pop-up calculator for certain math questions. • There is no time limit to the assessment, so do not rush. • Remember... you cannot fail. These tests are very important to your course placement, though. • Your exam session will begin with a brief orientation. • You will receive your scores immediately following completion of your testing. Residency: Student residency status is for tuition purposes and is established by the initial admissions application. The application for the North Carolina Residency can be found on our website at: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/492/ application-for-north-carolina-residency/ Appeals related to residency must be issued in writing in the first 10 class days of the semester. You can find more information related to our Residency Appeals Process at: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/457/residency-appeals-process/ Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 16 Out-of-State Student A student who is determined to be a nonresident of North Carolina is subject to a significantly higher tuition charge than a resident. An initial residency decision is made at the point of application to Rowan-Cabarrus. A student who is determined to be a nonresident based on information provided on the application may apply to have their status reviewed by completing the North Carolina Residence and Tuition Status Application. This application must be submitted no later than 10 business days after the first day of classes for the semester the student wishes their status to be reviewed. For more information on Out-of-State Residency Criteria please see our website at: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/455/in-state- and-out-of-state-residency-criteria/. Tuition rates are subject to change by action of the North Carolina General Assembly. International Admissions Rowan-Cabarrus Community College provides educational opportunities for individuals who may not be citizens or residents of our regional service area. This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant students. Non-immigrant students will be accepted to begin classes in the fall semester only. To be considered for admission, an international student must present the following information to admissions: • A completed application, received no later than June 15 of the admission year. • Forward a certified copy of his/her official high school diploma, transcript from all high schools and post-secondary institutions the student has attended, and official U.S. educational evaluation of the documents. All transcripts from schools outside the United States must be evaluated by a reputable evaluation service. A list may be obtained in Student Services. • Original financial documents are required along with a statement of financial support from the student’s sponsor, and a statement from the sponsor’s bank that there are sufficient funds, $20,500 U.S. dollars, to support the student. If there is no sponsor, an original and official document that shows the student has on deposit sufficient funds to support his/her tenure as a student ($20,500/year U.S. dollars). • A minimum score of 500 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a minimum score of 173 on the computerized version, or a minimum Internet Based Test (IBT) score of Reading 17, Listening 17, Speaking 16, and Writing 16. If any single score falls below the minimum, the IBT will not be considered. All scores must be received as official documents. No copies of scores will be accepted. TOEFL test scores must be within two years of the date of admission. • After all required documentation has been received by deadline, and after approval by the Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management, the applicant may be issued his/her I-20. • After applicant has received the appropriate visa allowing him/her to enter the U.S., he/she must present evidence of medical insurance coverage prior to registration. NOTE: Rowan-Cabarrus does not have scholarship or loan funds for international students available at this time. The college does not provide dormitory facilities. State Authorization Admission of applicants residing outside of North Carolina is dependent on the college’s ability to secure authorization from the state in which the applicant is currently residing. For more information, please visit our state authorization website. Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 17 Admission of High School Students through Career and College Promise College Transfer and Career Technical Pathways Currently enrolled high school students who wish to take college courses through Rowan-Cabarrus may participate in Career and College Promise Program. To participate in this program the high school student must begin the process through their high school guidance counselor or approved homeschool principal. Students must select one of two College Transfer Pathways or may select a Career Technical Certificate Pathway. To qualify for a College Transfer Pathway, a student must demonstrate college readiness in English, mathematics and reading using an approved assessment. They must also have a 3.0 or higher grade point average on their high school courses and continue to make progress towards graduation. To qualify for a Career Technical Certificate Pathway, a student must have a 3.0 or higher grade point average or a 2.6 grade point average and a recommendation from a high school official. Career and College Promise students may take one or two courses each semester as long as they have met the course prerequisites. Developmental courses are not available to high school students. Career and College Promise Program students are subject to the same criteria for academic probation as traditional college students. For additional information, please visit the Rowan- Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/highschool/careercollegepromise/ Early college at Rowan-Cabarrus Early college is an educational partnership between Rowan-Cabarrus and school districts in Rowan and Cabarrus counties. This partnership provides high school students an opportunity to earn both high school and college credits during four years of enrollment in an early college program. By earning enough credits, a graduating high school senior could exit high school with an associate degree and be ready for workforce employment or transfer to a four-year college or university. The student must enroll as a high school freshman to pursue this opportunity. College tuition for early college students is waived. Early college programs are administered by the local educational agency (school district), but housed on the college campus. To learn more information about early college opportunities in Rowan County, Cabarrus County or Kannapolis City Schools, please contact these school districts. Registration The traditional college curriculum operates on the semester system and uses an online class scheduling tool known as WebAdvisor. All students enrolled in programs are expected to register using WebAdvisor. Registration dates can be found on the College website at https://www. rccc.edu/recordsregistration/webadvisor-registration-dates/. We encourage students to meet with faculty advisors prior to registering for classes to assure students have developed the educational plan for their program of study. Registration is completed by paying the required tuition and fees for the courses scheduled. Please refer to the section on tuition and fees. Schedule Changes Students may make changes to their course schedule at any time during the scheduled registration dates. Once the semester begins, students who are registered for credit courses as of the first day of any semester, can make schedule changes as follows; 1) the first two days of fall and spring semesters; and 2) the first day of summer term. Schedule changes may be made by the student using the WebAdvisor tool or by seeing a faculty/program advisor. Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 18 General Admission Information for Corporate and Continuing Education http://www.rccc.edu/corporatecontinuing/ Corporate and Continuing Education offers coursework in the following areas: Adult Basic Education, S.O.A.R., Human Resources Development (HRD), personal enrichment and workforce development. Below are the general requirements for admission and registration to each area in Corporate and Continuing Education. Individuals seeking accommodations should refer to the Special Students section. Adult Basic Education Courses Adult Basic Education consists of courses and laboratory work to prepare students to be successful in their effort to continue their education. Incoming students must be at least 18 year old. Minors (age 16 or 17) may be enrolled on a “space available” basis only and with the director’s approval. People seeking admission to enter the Adult Basic Education program must contact the Pre-college Studies office (704-216-3510) to get specific enrollment information. Those under age 18 must receive and complete an enrollment packet before meeting with the director of Pre-college Studies for approval to begin coursework. English as a Second Language (ESL): ESL classes are designed especially for adults whose native language is not English and who want to improve their English. Instruction is offered in listening, speaking, reading and writing. ESL classes are provided on campus, in the community and in workplace settings. For more information, please contact Salisbury Campus: Jim Price (704) 216 7247 or jim.price@ rccc.edu Human Resources Development: If you need to receive further training to successfully enter the workforce or to apply for a different job, the Human Resources Development (HRD) program provides short-term pre-employment training and counseling designed for the unemployed or underemployed adult. Training includes: • Learning how to find a job • Building skills necessary for obtaining employment • Exploring various career options • Learning basic computer skills, including computerized job searching • Improving reading, math, and locating information skills • Earning a career readiness certification Tuition for these classes will be waived for the unemployed or underemployed student. For additional information, please contact Molly Cline (704-216-3511 or molly.cline@rccc.edu) or visit the Rowan- Cabarrus website at http://www.rccc.edu/hrdevelopment. Personal Enrichment Personal enrichment courses are offered throughout the year in all areas of interest ranging from computer skills courses to physical fitness and wellness courses. Most of these courses have no admission criteria. People interested in taking these courses may register by contacting the Navigation Station for additional information about the dates, times, locations and costs associated with these courses. Registration and payment is available online through WebAdvisor. This link is located on the top right of our website, http://www.rccc.edu/. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/enrichment/ S.O.A.R. (Skills, Opportunity, Awareness and Readiness) S.O.A.R. (Formerly known as Compensatory Education) is specifically designed to meet the needs of adults with intellectual disabilities. Students in this program must be at least 17 years old. The purpose of the program is to compensate adults with intellectual disabilities for the lack of, or inadequate, education received earlier. The focus of the S.O.A.R. program is on helping the individual become as independent as possible through acquiring basic and life skills needed to function successfully in daily living Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible to participate in the S.O.A.R. program, an individual must be 17 or older, and (a) high school graduate (O.C.S.) or (b) must complete an Intake interview and assessment. Students must be able to be tested, must adhere to the college Code of Conduct, and must be able to perform activities of daily living (or be accompanied by an approved one-on-one assistant). Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 19 Classes are offered at no cost to the student and are currently held at the North Campus in Rowan County and at the South Campus in Cabarrus County and at other off-campus locations. Admission and enrollment in this program are limited. For more information, contact: Salisbury Campus: Jay Taylor (704) 216 7116 or jay. taylor@rccc.edu Concord Campus: Barbara Beach (704)-216-3508 or Barbara.beach@rccc.edu Workforce Development Courses Corporate and Continuing Education offers a wide variety of workforce development courses to individuals and to employers for their incumbent workforce. Many of these courses provide not only continuing education credit, but also certification at local, state or national levels. Some examples of courses in this area are: CPR, Certified Nursing Assistant, EMT, Fire Safety, Law Enforcement certification and recertification, leadership development, customer service, project management, and Lean/Six Sigma. Courses are offered throughout the year. Some courses have prerequisite training or certification which must be met before enrollment. Please check the College website or. For additional information, please contact the Navigation Station for the most current information related to the specific course or visits the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/corporatecontinuing/ Tuition and fees for these courses are also variable. Tuition and Fees All students are now able to pay tuition and fees through WebAdvisor Tuition, Fees and Related Costs – Curriculum Courses Tuition and fees are set by the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges and the General Assembly and are subject to change. Any changes will be announced by the NCGA in July of each year and will be effective beginning each fall semester. Tuition and fees are due at each registration period by the payment date listed for each registration period. Please visit the college website for payment due dates: http://www.rccc.edu/ recordsregistration/web-advisor-registration-and-web-support- schedule/. Tuition Because the state helps pay the tuition of North Carolina residents out of tax dollars, tuition for North Carolina residents is $72.00 per credit hour, up to and including 16 credit hours. There will be a maximum charge of $1,152.00 per semester. Tuition for non-resident students is charged at the rate of $264.00 per credit hour with a maximum charge of $4,224.00 per semester. The College accepts American Express, Discover, MasterCard, VISA credit cards for registration payment. For current tuition rate information, please refer to: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop//466/tuition-and-fees-for-academic- programs/ 2014-2015 Tuition Rates North Carolina Residents: Non-Resident Students: Credit Hour Tuition Credit Hour Tuition 1 $ 72.00 1 $ 264.00 2 $ 144.00 2 $ 528.00 3 $ 216.00 3 $ 792.00 4 $ 288.00 4 $1,056.00 5 $ 360.00 5 $1,320.00 6 $ 432.00 6 $1,584.00 7 $ 504.00 7 $1,848.00 8 $ 576.00 8 $2,112.00 9 $ 648.00 9 $2,376.00 10 $ 720.00 10 $2,640.00 11 $ 792.00 11 $2,904.00 12 $ 864.00 12 $3,168.00 13 $ 936.00 13 $3,432.00 14 $1,008.00 14 $3,696.00 15 $1,080.00 15 $3,960.00 16 $1,152.00 16 $4,224.00 Tuition rates are subject to change by action of the General Assembly. Decisions regarding this change may not be in effect prior to publication of this catalog. A resident student is generally defined as one whose legal residence has been in North Carolina for at least 12 months before enrollment or re-enrollment in the college. Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 20 Senior Citizens (age 65 and older) Senior citizens will be charged tuition and fees as any other regularly enrolled student. Fees Electronic Textbook (eText) Fee Some courses have an e-Text fee attached to the course at the time of registration. The fee is mandatory and the e-Text is automatically delivered to the student’s Blackboard account at the beginning of the course. For more information on e-textbooks fees, see www.rccc.edu/ etexts. Campus Access Fee All students pay a campus access flat fee of $20.00 per semester/term which supports parking, security systems, student accident insurance, remote notification and public safety infrastructure, and other enhancements of access to college facilities. This fee is refundable only if the student completely drops all courses by the refund deadline as published in the Academic Calendar. Technology Fee Students at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College pay a technology fee for each of the fall and spring semesters, and summer term. Technology fees cover the cost of instructional supplies, materials, computers and other technology support. Technology fees are charged on a pro-rata basis depending on the number of credit hours for which the student is enrolled as follows: 7+ credit hours ................................ $ 25.00 per semester 1-6 credit hours ................................ $ 12.50 per semester Student Activity Fee Students at Rowan-Cabarrus are required to pay a $32.00 activity fee for fall and spring semesters (regardless of the number of credit hours enrolled). This fee covers student activities coordinated by the Student Life Department and the Student Government Association (SGA). Students pay a $13.00 activity fee for summer term, regardless of the number of credit hours for which the student is enrolled. Graduation Fee Curriculum students will pay a $5.00 fee each semester per graduate, regardless of participation in the ceremony, to offset the costs of degree, diploma, or certificate production and diploma cover, as well as cover the cap and gown cost for the ceremony. This fee is non-refundable. GED graduates will be charged a graduation fee if they participate in the ceremony. Lab Fee Curriculum students will pay a lab fee for courses that have an associated lab. The fee will range from $5.00 to $30.00. Professional Liability Insurance Cosmetology, Early Childhood Education, Dental, Nursing, Radiography students are required to purchase student professional liability insurance which is available for approximately $13.00 per year. Students in Continuing Education courses which require patient care or direct client service are also required to have professional liability insurance. The Rowan-Cabarrus Cashier’s Office can provide additional information about this fee. ART/Photography Fee ART 261 – Photography I has a material fee of $251.00 to cover expenses including, but not limited to: Film, printing paper, chemistry and facility rental. The ART 261 course is held in the Linn-Norvell Darkroom and the adjacent Graham Studio at Waterworks Visual Arts Center in Salisbury. This course fee covers student materials that are required of all students enrolled in this course. Students are not required to purchase textbooks for the course. The supplies provided are approved by the faculty and supplied by Waterworks. Ceramics Fee ART 283 has a course fee of $271.50 to cover the cost of facility usage and materials. The ART 263 course is held in the Clay Studio and Glazing Room at the Waterworks Visual Arts Center in Salisbury. This course fee covers student materials that are required of all students enrolled in this course. Students are not required to purchase textbooks for the course. The supplies provided are approved by the faculty and supplied by Waterworks. MSM/Motorsports Fee Students choosing to enroll in specific MSM courses located in SMP will incur an additional $80 lab fee to cover off-campus industry facility experience. Official Transcript Fee Rowan-Cabarrus Community College in partnership with SCRIP-SAFE International provides twenty-four hour access to online transcript ordering through a secure website. This process is completely secure and can be delivered to your intended recipient by mail and/or electronically. You will pay for your transcript through SCRIP-SAFE Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 21 at the time of ordering, via credit card and they accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. The most current security available is used to protect your credit card and personal information. For additional information refer to the College website at https://www. rccc.edu/onestop/626/transcript-request-form/. Retest Fee Students choosing to retest will pay a fee to cover at minimum the actual cost of the test. The cost will vary depending on the test or inventory type. A minimum fee of $5.00 will be charged for each retest session. This fee does not apply to high school equivalency testing/ retesting. This fee is non-refundable. Nursing Testing Fee All nursing students are required to pay a fee for testing services. This fee is billed for the NUR course at the time of registration. Please refer to the individual Nursing Programs of Study for estimated program costs by semester. Tuition Refund Policy Tuition, as well as the refund policy, are set by the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges and the General Assembly, and are subject to change. Tuition refund policy states: • A 100 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws prior to the first day of class(es) of the academic semester or term as noted in the academic calendar. • A student is eligible for a 100 percent refund if the class in which the student is officially registered is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. • A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class(es) prior to or on the official 10 percent point of the semester. • For classes beginning at times other than the first week (seven calendar days) of the semester a 100 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to the first class meeting. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to or on the 10 percent point of the class. Official withdrawal for a refund involves completing the proper online withdrawal drop form (http://www.rccc. edu/onestop/online-drop-form) prior to or on the “10 percent” point of the semester. Students must request a refund in writing prior to or no later than the “10 percent” date of the semester. Admissions and Enrollment Students who do not plan to attend must drop by submitting the Online Withdrawal Form. Any student registered for any class as of the first day of the semester, will be responsible for 25% of tuition, unless the instructor has reported you as never entering the class. Any student enrolled who is in the military reserve or National Guard who may be called to Active Duty that makes it impossible for them to complete their course requirements, will be granted a full refund for military purposes. The student must provide official deployment documentation before reporting to or upon their return from service, to the Director of Registration & Records for a refund to be considered. See the Academic Calendar on the College website for the “10 percent” date of each semester. Refund information is available online under the academic calendar. Textbooks and Supplies The cost of textbooks and supplies varies with the program of study. These items may be purchased from the college bookstore. The bookstore accepts MasterCard and VISA credit cards for payment of textbooks and other merchandise. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 22 Admissions and Enrollment Financial Aid and Veterans Benefits Financial Aid Many students seek some form of financial aid to help meet their college expenses. Students seeking college degrees, diplomas and most certificates may qualify for state or federal assistance. Individuals taking continuing education coursework, certain curriculum certificate programs, and special credit majors (undeclared or non-degree seeking) are not eligible to receive state or federal grants or loans. Financial aid programs are available in the form of scholarships, grants, loans and work study programs. Financial Aid in Student Services can provide you with specific information. You can qualify for financial aid if you: • are accepted for admission in an eligible programs as a student; and • show eligibility by completion of the online FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form: www.fafsa.gov Rowan-Cabarrus Community College’s school code for the FAFSA is 005754 for all campuses. Check the Rowan- Cabarrus website for additional and detailed information: http://www.rccc.edu/financialaid. The college serves as a referral agency for: Veterans Benefits Social Security Vocational Rehabilitation Department of Social Services Department of Commerce, Employment Services The college serves as a disbursing or coordinating agency for: Federal Direct Student Loans Federal Direct Parent Loans Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG) Federal Pell Grant North Carolina Education Lottery Grant North Carolina Community College Grant Scholarships Various scholarship opportunities are available through Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Check the Rowan- Cabarrus website - http://www.rccc.edu/scholarships/ often for updated scholarship information. Most scholarship applications are available in the spring of each year for the following fall semester. The Financial Aid office can provide you with information on other types of aid which may be available. In addition to scholarships and grants, many Rowan-Cabarrus Community College students are employed through the federal college work study programs on a part-time basis in offices, labs, libraries, or other campus locations. Work study compensation counts as part of your financial aid package. Applications for financial aid are accepted throughout the year, and assistance will be given as funds are available. Students must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Check the website (www.rccc.edu/financialaid/terms) for the specific requirements regarding Satisfactory Academic Progress. For more information on financial aid, loans and scholarships, contact Financial Aid, 704-216-RCCC (7222). Financial Aid and Scholarship Refunds Students that have funds remaining after tuition, books, and fees charges are paid receive the remaining balance usually within in 6-8 weeks of the beginning of the semester. Every curriculum student will receive a My RCCC Card in the mail from HigherOne. Upon activation of the card, students will receive the disbursement on the debit card or into their personal checking/savings account depending on the preference the student selects when activating their My RCCC Card. Students receive the card at no charge however, replacement fees may apply. Textbook Purchases Students with financial aid or scholarship awards may purchase textbooks and supplies through the on-campus bookstore. Rental books for selected classes are available with a credit card on file. Rental options are not available for financial aid and scholarship recipients. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 23 U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits Rowan-Cabarrus Community College programs are approved by the North Carolina State Approving Agency for the enrollment of persons eligible for education assistance benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Entitled veterans, eligible spouses, and dependent children who have applied, met all admission requirements, been fully accepted, and have registered for classes, may be CERTIFIED to the U.S. DVA Atlanta, Georgia office as enrolled and in pursuit of an approved program of education. It is the responsibility of the veteran to request from the last high school and all colleges attended that an official transcript(s) be sent directly from the school to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Students cannot be certified to receive benefits until all transcripts have been received and evaluated. Students may be certified only for the classes required for completion in their approved program of study. Veterans receive educational benefits on the following basis: • Arts and Sciences Courses - Credit Hours per Week • Occupational Courses - Credit Hours per Week • Tele-Course, Hybrid or Internet courses may change your eligible credit hour certification. Check the Rowan-Cabarrus Community College website http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/tag/veteran-benefits/ for additional information. Grades and Progress Reports Records of progress are kept by this institution on veteran and non-veteran students alike. Progress records are furnished to the students, veterans, and non-veterans alike at the end of each scheduled school term through WebAdvisor. Rowan-Cabarrus is a Service-member Opportunity College (SOC). Students who may have transferable credit are encouraged to submit their documents to the Rowan- Cabarrus Records and Registration area of Student Services. Refer to the catalog section on Academic Policies and Procedures. Navigation Station Navigation Station is more than a place... it’s a philosophy. You come to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College to learn and not to run from office to office taking care of the administrative details of your education. Navigation Station brings together a host of administrative services under one roof so that you can get back to the business of being a student! Stop here for everything you need to get registered and pay for your classes. We can help you every step of the way, from filing financial aid forms and understanding your payment options, to registering for classes, requesting a transcript, or completing an application for graduation. You can make an appointment with an academic advisor and find out about your holds and how to remove them. If you are having a life event and need to speak to someone, one of our counselors is here to listen. The Navigation Station offers extended hours at both our North and South Campuses to meet your needs. Individual services are scheduled by location. Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 24 ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 25 College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 26 Academic Policies and Procedures Confidentiality of Student Records: FERPA The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) is a Federal law that governs the maintenance of student records. This act, with which the college intends to comply fully, protects the privacy of educational records, establishes the right for students enrolled to inspect records kept by the college about the student and the right to correct inaccuracies in the records. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College recognizes its responsibilities to students in maintaining accurate and confidential student records. Access to the records by persons other than the student is limited and generally requires prior consent by the student. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College adopted a written policy governing the rights of parents and students under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Copies of this policy may be found in the offices of the President and the Vice President of Student Services at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Directory Information FERPA does allow that Rowan-Cabarrus officials may disclose appropriately designated “directory information” without student written consent. Directory information is information contained in a student’s education record that is not generally considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released. Rowan-Cabarrus officials declare the following items as directory information which can be made available to the public. Students may request to withhold directory information, except where it is required on campus, by notifying the director of records and registration in writing within the first five days after student enrollment that such information is not to be made available. • Student’s name • Address • Telephone listing • Date of birth • Field of study • Dates of attendance • Degrees, diplomas or certificates awarded • Scholastic Honors Academic Load - Students A full-time student is one who is enrolled in 12 or more credit hours of course work per semester. Average full-time enrollment for most students will vary between 15 and 18 hours of credit. Students who wish to carry more than 21 credit hours must have prior approval from the vice president of enrollment and the student experience unless their curriculum requirements, as stated in the catalog, require more than 21 hours in a particular semester. Course schedules and course loads should be carefully planned through consultation with a program advisor. Note: The NC General Assembly has set tuition and registration fees on a “per credit hour” basis with a maximum charge for 16 credit hours. Please see Tuition and Fees section of this catalog for further details. Attendance Requirements All students must attend class during the first week of classes or forfeit their seat in the course. A student is expected to attend every class for which he/she is scheduled and to arrive on time. Instructors will keep an accurate record of class attendance. The student is responsible for contacting his/her instructor when unavoidable absences occur, and for maintaining contact every few days during any necessary extended absence. Students are responsible for withdrawing from any class, if they find they will be unable to complete an academic term. The student must complete and submit the online withdrawal form located at http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/ online-drop-form/ when officially withdrawing from a class after the “10 percent” point of the academic semester/term. Instructional time missed is a serious deterrent to learning. A student is responsible for fulfilling the requirements of the course by attending all classes (including shops, labs, and clinics) and completing course assignments. Instructors will withdraw students who are accumulating absences and are not communicating with the faculty regarding academic progress in the course. Distance education students are expected to log-in to their distance education courses during the first week of classes and submit an assignment as required. Please refer to the Distance Education website for more information. Any student who does not enter or log-in to their distance education course by the 10% point will be reported as a no show and will be required to register for the course during another semester. Some programs and courses at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College may have more stringent attendance requirements due to the nature of a course or program. These requirements are stated in the program description or course syllabus. Students will be informed in writing during the first class meeting of specific attendance requirements. Class attendance is calculated from the first officially scheduled class meeting (includes the drop/add period) through the last scheduled meeting. Class Schedules Rowan-Cabarrus Community College schedules traditional seated classes between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m., Monday through Thursday; and between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Friday. Saturday classes may also be offered. Credit courses are offered during the day and during the evening hours from 6:00 p.m. to 10 p.m. The purpose of offering credit courses both day and evening is to provide flexibility in scheduling and optimum availability of courses. Schedule and course information are published by the college the prior to each semester and are available on the college’s website at: www.rccc.edu. Non-credit Occupational Extension and Personal Enrichment/ Personal Interest courses are also offered both day and evening. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 27 Program Advisors Each student enrolled in a program has access to a program advisor or advising group who assists the student in planning course schedules. The student may seek assistance from any program advisor in his/her particular program of study. The program advisor assists the student in evaluating his/her academic progress and suggests improvements or schedule changes. Program advisors and students are strongly encouraged to develop an educational plan of work prior to registration. Withdrawal Policy If a student withdraws from a class after the end of the drop/add period and before the 65 percent point in the class, he/she will receive a grade of “W.” A Grade of “W” will appear on the student’s transcript, but will not be considered as hours attempted in the accumulated Grade- Point Average. If a student does not withdraw before the 65 percent point in the class, the student will receive a grade of “F” or the grade earned. Once a student has enrolled in class and has paid fees, that student remains a member of the class unless: Student Withdrawal - The student officially withdraws from the course by completing the necessary printed or web form available at the following website address: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/online-drop-form/ Faculty Withdrawal - An instructor will withdraw the student if the student has not attended courses for two consecutive weeks (or 12.5 percent of course duration), of scheduled course meetings during a 16 week semester whereby the student has not attempted intentional, ongoing communication with the instructor in person, via telephone, or campus email, to discuss the circumstances of the ongoing absence and plan their efforts to complete missed assignments. Administrative Withdrawal - Administrative withdrawal may be implemented as part of mediated resolution to violations of the Campus Code of Conduct and appropriate documentation may appear on the student’s official transcript, as needed. Medical Withdrawal - Students may request a medical withdrawal based on injury, illness, or psychological/ psychiatric disorder. A Medical Withdrawal will be granted for all courses in the enrolled semester. Medical Withdrawals will not be granted for individual course(s). A Medical Withdrawal request must be made within 30 days of last date of class attendance, and prior to future enrollment. Military Withdrawal - A student may withdraw from courses due to call for Active Duty for military purposes. The student must provide official deployment documentation before reporting to or upon their return from service, to the Director of Registration & Records. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College reserves the right to make changes in the regulations, courses, fees, and other matters of policy and procedure when necessary. Grading Rowan-Cabarrus Community College operates on a grade-point system, and each student’s academic standing is established by a grade point average (GPA) which is determined by numerical values assigned to each grade. At the end of each semester, students will access final grades via WebAdvisor based on the following scale. Health programs and developmental studies courses are graded on a variation of this scale. Grade Grade Explanation Quality Points A 90-100 Excellent 4 quality points per semester hour B 80-89 Good 3 quality points per semester hour C 70-79 Average 2 quality points per semester hour D 60-69 1 quality point per semester hour F <60 Failing 0 quality points I Incomplete 0 quality points W Withdrawn 0 quality points AU Audit 0 quality points CE Credit by Exam 0 quality points P Passing, Developmental 0 quality points R Repeat, Developmental 0 quality points *Students enrolled in Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing programs, Dental Assisting and Radiography should refer to the specific program webpage for the numerical grade required in related courses. Each program will list the required minimum grade for admission to and continuation in the program. All health program students should refer to the specific program handbook regarding the minimum grade to be earned for program progression. In Developmental Studies courses, a grade of 80 or above is required for satisfactory completion. The North Carolina Community College System has established this minimum standard for satisfactory completion of developmental courses. Students earning numerical grades below 80 will receive the grade of “R” (Repeat) and must register again for the course. Developmental Studies courses are noncredit courses and are not included in the Grade-Point Average (GPA). College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 28 Grade Appeal Procedure College website http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/794/rccc-grade- appeal-request/. Students must issue the request for appeal within 10 business days of receiving a grade or forfeit the right to appeal. Grade of Incomplete (I) A grade of Incomplete (I) may be assigned by the instructor for any student whose coursework is of passing quality which represents a significant amount of the requirements for a final grade, but is incomplete due to recent illness, accident, or recent death in the immediate family. Students who need additional time to complete the objectives of a course due to either of these unusual circumstances beyond the student’s control, should contact the Instructor and request a grade of incomplete. All incomplete work must be submitted and graded by the last day of the following semester/term. The grade of “I” is computed in the Grade-Point Average as “0” quality points. However, when a student completes the provisions necessary for the removal of an “I,” the “I” will be removed from the student’s record and replaced with the grade earned. The GPA will then be recomputed using the grade earned. If course requirements are not met by the deadline given, the grade of “I” will automatically be changed to a grade of “F.” The student must register again for the course. Any student who has a grade of “I” in any course at the end of the term will not be considered for Scholastic Honors for that semester/term. To not jeopardize this honorable mention, it is recommended that students not delay completing all course objectives by the deadline agreed upon by the instructor and student. Grade-Point Average (GPA) The GPA for one semester is obtained by the following method: The quality points for each course are found by multiplying the appropriate grade point value for the grade earned by the semester hour credits assigned to the course. The total grade points for all courses in the grading period are added. Dividing the total of the grade points by the total of the semester credit hours gives the grade-point average for the semester. Example: Course Grade Credit Hours Grade Points BIO 168 A 4 = 16 ENG 111 B 3 = 9 PSY 150 B 3 = 9 ACA 122 C 2 = 6 MAT 161 D 3 = 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 43 GPA 43 / 15 = 2.86 Grade of “A” earned on a three-semester hour credit course equals 12 grade points. Cumulative Grade-Point Average The cumulative GPA is determined by using the total grade points in two or more semesters divided by the total course credits attempted in two or more semesters. Academic Standards Students must maintain satisfactory academic standards. Academic evaluation of student performance occurs at the end of each semester. This evaluation may be neither arbitrary nor capricious and must be consistent with previously announced criteria. Minimum satisfactory academic performance is defined as maintaining a cumulative Grade-Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.0 (a grade of “C”). Advising Students Who Experience Academic Difficulty Instructors are responsible for keeping students informed regularly about their progress in individual courses, with specific responsibility to expedite the reporting of student performance at each measurement point (chapter tests, mid-terms, finals, etc.). Instructors and advisors are responsible for assisting students who are experiencing academic difficulty. Advice to help students improve performance may include, but is not limited to, completing developmental education courses or subcomponents of developmental programs, carrying a reduced course load, special tutoring, or repeating selected courses. Semester grade reports are sent to all students. The faculty advisor and student should arrange a conference with a counselor whenever the nature of a student’s academic difficulty is beyond the scope of the instructor or faculty advisor’s ability to assist. Failure to maintain satisfactory academic standards will result in academic probation and can result in academic suspension. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 29 Academic Probation A student who fails to maintain satisfactory academic standards at the end of any term will automatically be placed on academic probation for the next term. A student placed on academic probation will not be allowed to register and/or begin class until the student has (a) participated in an Academic Probation Workshop or (b) met with a Student Services counselor. Either of these establishes corrective conditions to help the student achieve satisfactory performance while continuing probationary enrollment. The hold on registration/class attendance would then be lifted and documentation of the corrective actions is recorded and maintained by the counseling and career services team. A student on academic probation who fails to achieve satisfactory academic standards by the end of the academic probationary term is subject to academic suspension and will not be allowed to register for the next term without the approval of the Director of Counseling and Career Service or his or her designee. At each level of academic probation, the probationary period and requirements will be explained to students by a member of the counseling staff. All students enrolled in college credit courses are subject to maintaining the college’s satisfactory academic progress policies. Academic Suspension At the end of each semester, the counseling staff from the direction of the director of counseling and career services will review the cases of all students on academic probation who failed to achieve satisfactory academic standards within the stated time period. After one semester of academic suspension, a student may also apply for readmission to the program from which he or she has been academically suspended if the sequence of course offerings make readmission possible. Academic Appeals Committee Appeals of academic suspension will be referred by the Director of Counseling and Career Services to the academic appeals committee no later than five days after receipt. If the academic appeals committee reverses suspension, the student will be afforded an opportunity to make up all work missed during the appeal process. Scholastic Honors The following scholastic honors lists are posted each semester on the Rowan-Cabarrus website: http://www.rccc.edu/studentservices/scholastic-honors/. Scholastic Honors are defined as below: President’s List A full-time student achieving a grade-point average of 4.0 for the semester will be recognized on the President’s List. To be eligible for the President’s List, the student must be a full-time student enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours. Dean’s List A full-time student obtaining a grade-point average of 3.5 or above for the semester will be recognized on the Dean’s List. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, the student must be a full-time student enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours. Honors List A student obtaining a grade-point average of 3.0 or above for the semester will be recognized on the Honor’s List. To be eligible for the Honor’s List, the student must be enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours. Note: Since Developmental Courses are non-credit courses, they are not included in the total hours required for Scholastic Honors. Course Residency Requirement A minimum of 25 percent of the total number of credit hours required for graduation in a particular program must be taken at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. No more than 75 percent of required credit hours can be accepted for transfer credit. Course Substitution In an attempt to meet graduation requirements, it is sometimes necessary to substitute one course for another. A student may request credit for a course required in his/ her program of study based on successful completion of a substitute course. The course requested must be equal in credit and comparable in value. Action upon such substitutions must be initiated by the student’s program chair, who submits the request to the Office of Student Records for validation. A student may substitute up to a maximum of five courses. Final approval for course substitutions is based on State Curriculum Standards. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 30 Course Repeat Rule Students may repeat a course for which they received credit one time, regardless of the grade received, unless specified in the curriculum. Although both grades will appear on the student’s record, only the higher grade will be counted toward the cumulative grade-point average. For students receiving Veteran’s Benefits, approval is required prior to repeating any course for which a final grade of “F” was received. This can only be done once per course. If a passing grade of “D” or better was received, the course cannot be repeated for Veteran’s Benefits. Courses for which a grade of “W” was received, may be repeated for Veteran’s Benefits, providing the student’s cumulative GPA indicates overall satisfactory progress to date. Approvals will be communicated through the campus Veteran’s Benefits officer. Auditing Courses An audit is the completion of a course for which no assessment is made or grade awarded. Students who wish to audit courses must register and pay tuition and fees associated with those courses. Financial Aid will not pay for any course that is registered as an audit. If an audit is not declared at the time of registration, students must obtain approval from the instructor of the class no later than the “10 percent” point of the course. Students auditing courses receive no academic credit but are encouraged to attend class, participate in discussions, and take examinations. Normal attendance policies will apply. Students withdrawing during the semester will be given a grade of “W.” Audited coursework will not be considered for transfer credit toward any other Rowan- Cabarrus program. Audited courses are not eligible for transfer credit to another institution. Tests and Final Examinations Tests and quizzes (oral and written), including comprehensive final exams, are given by the instructor in accordance with the approved course syllabus. Transfer of Credits - College Coursework Transcripts from other regionally accredited institutions may be evaluated for transfer credit. Awarding of credits earned at a non-regionally accredited institution will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Any student who wishes to have transfer credit evaluated by Rowan-Cabarrus Community College should request an official transcript from the transferring institution be sent to the Records Office. Courses submitted for transfer credit must be equivalent to offerings at Rowan-Cabarrus. Exceptions to the transfer of credits policy may be made by the appropriate program chair and the academic vice president. Only courses with grades of a “C” or higher will be accepted for transfer. Quality points will not be transferred. No more than 75 percent of required credit hours can be accepted for transfer credit. Only students who have applied and been accepted in to a Program of Study at Rowan-Cabarrus will receive an official evaluation of transfer credit. Credit may also be awarded for appropriate scores on subject areas of the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), the Dantes Subject Standardized Tests (DSST), or the Advanced Placement (AP) Program. Official test results should be submitted to the Admissions Office. Students receiving an Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, or Associate in Fine Arts degree from Rowan- Cabarrus will find those credits transferable to most colleges and universities. Students receiving an Associate in Applied Science degree will find their credits transferable to most private colleges in our area. Students should consult the receiving institution to determine the credits that will transfer from the program in which they are enrolled. A student may obtain general information about cooperative programs from the admissions office, and is responsible for seeking specifics and complete requirements from the school that awards the degree. Rowan-Cabarrus is a Service-members Opportunity College (SOC) which means members of the military may receive academic credit for education and training completed while in service. Veterans may also receive credit for coursework completed while in the military which is applicable to the major selected at the college. Veterans must provide a transcript evaluated by ACE (American Council of Education) to be awarded appropriate credit. Students should provide the necessary documents to the student services, records and registration area for evaluation. Upon completion of evaluation of any transfer credit, notification will be sent to the student RCCC email account. Transfer of Credits - Professional Certificates An enrolling student may request that professional certificates with appropriate documentation be evaluated for full or partial course credit within his/her major. Additional criteria may be required along with the certificate to receive full course credit. For each area of certification, the appropriate program chair will determine the Rowan-Cabarrus course equivalencies and corresponding certification required for credit. The student should notify the program head of which course(s) the professional certification is to be applied by submitting the original professional certificate for review. The student should submit this information during the admissions process; however, a professional certification can be submitted at any time during the student’s enrollment at the college. The program head will complete the credit by professional certification form and submit it to the appropriate academic dean for approval, along with a copy of the certification. Once approved by the dean, the College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 31 documentation will be sent to student services’ records department for assignment of credit to the permanent record. No more than 75 percent of required credit hours for a degree or diploma can be accepted for credit in this manner. Professional certifications should be current, and program heads can provide information regarding time limits (i.e. within last five years) in order for credits to be awarded for a particular program of study. Rowan-Cabarrus Programs of Study accepting appropriate Professional Certification: Air Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Automotive Systems Technology Computer Information Technology Computer Programming Construction Management Cosmetology Electrical/Electronic Technology Machining Technology Medical Office Administration Networking Technology Office Systems Technology Web Technologies Welding Technology Please check the College website for updates and revisions to the technical programs of study that accept professional certifications for full or partial course credit. Examples of Professional Certifications and related Programs of Study: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Program Certificates – Automotive Systems Technology Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) Credentials – Office Systems Technology Medical Office Administration Degree or Diploma Credit by Examination Students enrolling at the college who believe they are proficient in a subject due to Continuing Education Units (CEUs), life experiences or professional certifications may request credit by examination. The examination may be written, oral, a performance test, or a combination of these. To seek credit by examination, a student should obtain guidance from his/her faculty advisor, approval from the program head of the course in question, and must be registered for the course for which credit by examination is sought. The examination for credit must be administered by the instructor during the first eight class days of fall or spring semester and within the first five days of summer term. Tuition and Fees for credit by examination are the same as for regular enrollment. If the examination is completed satisfactorily with a grade of “C” or better, the instructor will then complete a credit by examination form and forward it to the director of records for a grade of “CE” to be awarded. A student who is unsuccessful with the examination may not request a second attempt, but may remain in the course through completion of the semester. The decision of the examining faculty is final. Credits earned by examination will be entered on the student’s permanent record, but quality points will not be awarded for such credit. Credits earned by examination may be used to satisfy graduation requirements but cannot be used to satisfy the policy stating 25 percent of the credits required for graduation must be taken at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Hours earned by credit by examination will not be used to satisfy VA or Pell Grant requirements. Hours earned by credit by examination are not transferable to other colleges. For further information, contact the program chair of your area of study or student services. Students receiving financial aid, scholarships or third party payment of tuition are responsible for checking with the financial aid office before requesting credit by examination. Advanced Placement for High School Courses The North Carolina High School to Community College Articulation Agreement provides a seamless process that joins secondary and postsecondary Career and Technical Education programs of study. The college partners with the Rowan and Cabarrus County high schools and Kannapolis City Schools in an effort to award advanced placement credit based on high school achievement. Details concerning specific requirements are available from counselors at the high schools. Degree, Diploma, and Certificate Requirements Students who successfully complete a two-year technical education program will earn the Associate in Applied Science Degree. Students who complete the Arts and Sciences program will earn the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science Degree. The Diploma is awarded to students who satisfactorily complete a one-year vocational program or the general education core for the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science program. Various programs offer certificates that can often be completed in one semester. A student is scholastically eligible for graduation when he/ she has satisfied the specific requirements of the college and the program for which he/she is enrolled, completed a minimum of 25 percent of required hours in residence at Rowan-Cabarrus, and has earned a program grade point average of at least 2.0. A student may graduate using the catalog under which he/she initially enrolled or the current catalog. A student not enrolled for 12 consecutive months (or more) will re-enter under the current catalog. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 32 Graduation Events Graduation exercises are held at the end of the spring semester. The specific date of graduation is listed in the Academic Calendar. Graduation rate information for Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is available on the college website (www.rccc.edu) and in student services. For more information on graduation please see our website at: https://www.rccc.edu/recordsregistration/ graduation/ Graduation Honors To be eligible for honors recognition, students must complete any coursework required for graduation with no grade lower than a “C”. Students, who earn a grade-point average 3.5 through 3.99 in the program of study, will graduate with Honors. Students who earn a 4.0 in the program of study will graduate with High Honors. Outstanding Student Awards These awards are made to the graduates who have distinguished themselves by being most outstanding in terms of scholastic achievement, performance, and maturity of purpose during their program of instruction at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Student Records Student Records and Registration is a division of Student Services. The Student Records and Registration department is responsible for maintaining student records by recording each student’s achievements into permanent educational records. These records, such as grades, grade-point average, and courses completed, are used to award degrees, certificates and diplomas. Student records, such as transcripts, are available for students to demonstrate their successes to potential employers or other institutions of higher learning. For that reason, students are encouraged to understand their program of study and encouraged to review his/her record each semester, prior to registration, to assure program requirements are being met. Transcript Request Policy In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), students and former students needing official copies of their academic transcript must make request electronically through the college website at https://www.rccc.edu/onestop/626/transcript-request-form/ Rowan-Cabarrus Community College in partnership with SCRIP-SAFE International provides twenty-four hour access to online transcript ordering through a secure website. This process is completely secure and can be delivered to your intended recipient by mail and/or electronically. Special Students General Information about Special Students All students are special at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College; however, some students have special needs. This section addresses the following: services for students with disabilities, enrollment and registration for sex offenders, special credit students, and undocumented persons. Disability Services Policies Regarding Students with Disabilities Disability services at Rowan-Cabarrus are offered to assist students with disabilities in achieving their educational and vocational goals and to comply with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The college’s goal is to make Rowan-Cabarrus accessible for all students. In order to minimize the effects of a student’s disability on his/ her classroom performance, a reasonable adjustment or accommodation is provided as long as an accommodation or an adjustment does not alter a published course competency or course standard. Services are provided based on documentation provided to a Disability Services Counselor by the student and the individual’s particular need and circumstance. It is the mission of Disability Services for students with disabilities to have equal access to learning at Rowan Cabarrus Community College. Believing that students with disabilities can better advocate for their own needs with greater success, the office of Disability Services strives to empower students at every step. Request for Assistance or Accommodation Students seeking assistance or accommodation are responsible for making their disability known to the disability services counselors in student services. Students may elect to disclose a disability at any time. Rowan- Cabarrus may not seek out and identify students with disabilities. Disability services provide support services in curriculum, continuing education and pre-college courses. Because disability accommodations are not automatic and often require specific arrangements, students seeking disability accommodations should make contact with disability Services for any additional information as soon as possible. Students are encouraged to contact disability services as soon as possible. Requests for accommodations should be made at least three weeks prior to the first day of class for which the accommodations are requested. All attempts will be made, but without minimal advance notice, Rowan-Cabarrus cannot assure that all appropriate accommodations can be accomplished prior to the first class. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 33 Required Documentation Students seeking assistance or accommodation must provide documentation from an appropriate professional. Required documentation includes the results of medical, psychological, educational and/or emotional diagnostic tests or evaluations that verify both the need for accommodation, and the specific type of accommodation requested. Specific documentation guidelines are available through disability services. Documentation will be considered confidential and will be maintained by disability services. Disability documentation is not a part of the academic record. This information will be considered confidential and is to be shared within the institution on a need-to-know basis only. Disability records may be destroyed five years after the student’s last enrollment. For students with learning or other non-apparent disabilities, documentation should be current, which is generally considered no older than three years. Students who provide documentation showing a history of disability may be granted accommodations for one semester in order to allow the student an opportunity to update older documentation; however, accommodation beyond one semester will be dependent upon the student providing current documentation. Rowan-Cabarrus may also require an updated evaluation or assessment of disability. Accommodation Plan Upon a student’s request for accommodation and a review of appropriate documentation, the student and a disability services counselor will develop an accommodation plan in consultation with faculty as appropriate or necessary. The plan will outline specific accommodations or adjustments. These may include physical, testing, instructional, academic support and/or equipment accommodations. Requested accommodations must be supported by documentation. The accommodation plan may include a pre-determined schedule of meetings to monitor progress with a disability services counselor. A copy will remain on file with disability services. The accommodation plan must be reviewed and/ or updated with each semester registration. Accommodations are not automatic and must be requested in advance. Accommodations will not be granted retroactively. Students are expected to maintain contact with disability services as to the implementation and effectiveness of specific accommodations. Students should immediately report any concern regarding their accommodation plan to disability services. Rowan-Cabarrus does not provide services of a personal nature outside of the classroom. Arrangements for personal services are the student’s responsibility. All students are expected to comply with college policies and regulations as outlined in the Rowan-Cabarrus Catalog/Student Handbook. Accessible Services, Materials and Equipment Instructor Notification Instructor notification is not automatic and must be initiated by the student. Following class registration, the student must request an accommodation notification form through disability services. The student will then deliver the accommodation notification to each course instructor. The student must obtain the instructor’s signature, provide a copy for the instructor, and return the completed form to disability services. Accommodation will not be in effect until the completed form is returned. Classroom Notes Students with specific functional limitations may request assistance with classroom notes. A determination of the method for obtaining classroom notes is based on disability documentation, course format and the course instructor’s recommendation. Classroom notes will generally be obtained by the utilization of a digital recorder or a volunteer classmate. Carbonless duplication paper is available upon request through disability services as well as a photocopy machine. Students are responsible for providing and operating the digital recorder and batteries. When presenting an accommodation notification form, the student informs the instructor that notes will be needed and asks for assistance to identify a volunteer. In the event that either the volunteer system or digital recorder is not successful, immediately contact disability services. A volunteer note-taker or digital recorder does not excuse poor class attendance. Students receiving class notes accommodation should not expect notes for days missed unless special arrangements are made in advance. Based on the inability to access reasonable and appropriate classroom notes through the use of a digital recorder or volunteer, a student may be eligible for a staff note-taker/scribe. This accommodation will be determined on an individual basis. The student should contact and inform disability services regarding the cancellation of staff note-taker/scribe services. The staff note-taker/ scribe will wait 15 minutes following the scheduled class start time. The staff note-taker/scribe will not remain in the classroom when the student is absent. If the student fails to arrive by the second class, the staff note-taker/ scribe will assume that the student will be absent for the remaining classes. The student will be expected to obtain missed notes in the same manner as other students. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 34 Alternative Testing Testing accommodations, based on disability documentation, may include extended time, reduced distraction environment, test scribe, test reader, computer use for written exams, enlarged print or use of a calculator. The student is expected to make arrangements, at least two class days in advance, through the course instructor and disability services. Actual test accommodations may be provided through disability services or the testing center based on the specific arrangements made by the student and course instructor. The instructor will be notified if the student is absent at the scheduled time. Accessible Materials Students whose documentation supports an accommodation for printed material in an alternate format should contact disability services as soon as possible following registration. Availability of alternate format material may be limited, so students are encouraged to make a request for textbooks or other class-related materials well in advance. In converting printed text into an alternate form, disability services will try to honor the student’s preference. However, depending on the time of the request, the availability of materials, the volume of materials, and the expected time for return, adjustments may be necessary. Such adjustment may include the student using appropriate assistive technology (CCTV or scan/reader computer software) available on campus. Requests for accessible materials will be processed in the order in which they are received. Interpreters Interpretation and transliteration services will be arranged for qualifying deaf and hard-of-hearing students for scheduled classes, labs, scheduled student activities, and appointments. Every attempt will be made to honor a student’s communication preference; however, other arrangements may be made depending on the time of advanced notice and availability of interpreters. Students must request services in advance to assure that services can be arranged. Students are asked to provide a three-week advance notice for scheduled classes and a one-week notice for scheduled activities or appointments. Students who request interpreter services and plan to be absent or find that services are not needed must cancel arrangements immediately through disability services. In the event of an unreported absence, the interpreter will wait 15 minutes following the scheduled class start time. The interpreter will not remain in the classroom when the student is absent. If the student fails to arrive by the second class, the interpreter will assume that the student will be absent for the remaining classes. The student will be expected to obtain materials in the same manner as other students. If a student has three unreported absences in a given class, interpreter services may be terminated until the student meets with disability services. The student will be notified in writing. Students should report any concern or problem involving an interpreter to disability services. Adaptive Equipment Various adaptive equipment or software for on-campus use can be made available to qualified students as a part of a specific classroom accommodation plan. However, any prescriptive or personal devices, including those for home use, are the responsibility of the student. As a part of the accommodation plan, the qualified student will be able to sign out equipment from the disability services office. Other equipment, such as software or modified keyboards, will be available in the assigned classroom or LRC as requested. Every attempt will be made to provide appropriate training to enable the student to effectively utilize specific equipment or software. Such training will require active student participation, advance notice, and additional time on campus. Personal Services Personal Attendants Students are responsible for providing for their own personal health and hygiene needs along with their mobility needs within the classroom and around campus. Due to regulations and space limitations, personal attendants generally may not attend class with the registered student unless the accommodation is supported by disability documentation as a health/safety issue and is included in the student’s accommodation plan. Attendance Disability Services does not have a role in determining course attendance policies. Students are expected to attend scheduled classes regardless of their disability. Students may request that instructors be informed as to the legitimacy of disability-related absences, but such notification will not excuse or alter the course attendance policy. Students anticipating absences should notify the course instructor in advance. Students are also responsible for all missed assignments and material. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 35 Tutoring Services Tutorial services are scheduled in specific content areas campus-wide through academic programs as appropriate. Qualified students are encouraged to request accommodations in order to utilize those services. Students are responsible for individual tutoring or individual instruction outside of the scheduled activities offered through academic programs. Parking Accessible parking is available in accordance with state and federal regulations. Students are required to follow all appropriate regulations and to have a North Carolina-issued permit visible when parked in an accessible or handicapped space. Accessible parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Any student wishing to address accessible parking issues should contact disability services. Grievance Process Students who experience a problem and/or feel unfairly treated should attempt to resolve the problem informally with disability services. Concerns regarding a specific accommodation will be resolved with the involvement of the student and the appropriate instructor, program head, academic dean, academic vice president, and vice president of enrollment and the student experience. https://www.rccc.edu/onestop/rccc-student-grievance-request/ If a concern cannot be resolved to the student’s satisfaction, the student should utilize the student grievance process as outlined in the Rowan-Cabarrus Catalog/Student Handbook. Program Evaluation and Development In consultation with faculty and staff, the Rowan- Cabarrus counseling staff will be responsible for evaluating services at Rowan-Cabarrus for students with disabilities and recommending changes in policies, procedures and services as appropriate. The Rowan-Cabarrus counseling staff will provide guidance and support to both faculty and staff in providing services for students with disabilities. The Rowan-Cabarrus counseling staff will provide in-service training and information to Rowan-Cabarrus faculty and staff as appropriate. Professional consultants in the area of services for students with disabilities may be utilized in specific cases and in staff development efforts. For additional information and resources regarding disabilities for students in higher education, please see the following links: www.ahead.org/affiliates/north-carolina www.ADA.gov www.edpubs.gov www.disabilityresources.org Sex Offenders Persons who are registered sex offenders are required by state and federal law to disclose to local law enforcement their interest in attending college, verifying the dates, times and locations of the coursework of interest. Offenders may or may not be permitted to enroll and register for courses pending approval of the local law enforcement agency. Offenders who fail to comply with the state and federal law will forfeit their educational opportunity with Rowan-Cabarrus even if otherwise qualified. Special Credit Students Some students wish to register for credit courses, but do not intend to complete a degree, diploma, or certificate program. These students are registered as special credit students - no major declared. They can enroll in classes on a space-available basis and with the approval of their college advisor. Tuition and fees are the same as for regularly enrolled program students. If these students later wish to apply credits earned toward a degree or diploma, they must declare a program/major at student services. A change in status must be submitted when the student has earned 18 semester hours (including a college-level English and math course) as a special credit student. If not already established, at the time a program is declared the student must meet all the regular admission requirements for the program of choice. Undocumented Persons Individuals who are not documented are eligible to take most courses in Continuing Education, and any course in Adult Basic Education and ESL without any restrictions. Enrollment in college credit courses is limited by the following guidelines from the NC Legislature: • Must pay out of state tuition for the coursework selected. • Must register at the last hour assuming space is available. Documented students have first priority for seat availability in all curricula. Federal law prohibits states from granting professional licenses to students that don’t have legal residence in the United States. Therefore, admissions to programs leading to a professional license are not permitted. Undocumented students who are public high schools students enrolled in approved college credit programs through Career and College Promise programs are not subject to this NC statute. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 36 Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival students (DACA): Students must be under the age of 35, residents of the U.S. for at least five years, have a high school diploma from public, private or home school, a GED or Adult high school diploma, and have entered the U.S. at age 15 or younger. • Not eligible for In-state tuition rate. • May register for classes at any time during the registration period. Federal law prohibits states from granting professional licenses to students who do not have legal residence in the United States. Therefore, admissions to programs leading to a professional license are not permitted. Standards Governing Student Enrollment General Overview: Students are both members of the external community, which includes Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, as well as members of the internal academic community of the college itself. As citizens of the external community, students are subject to all civil laws, the enforcement of which is the responsibility of civil authorities. As members of the academic community, students are subject to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College regulations and obligations. College students, as adults, are expected to exercise mature and responsible self-discipline, to behave with courtesy and integrity and to maintain appropriate academic standards as well as appropriate conduct standards. Failure to maintain required standards can lead to conditional enrollment or curtailment of enrollment. These standards and enrollment constraints are described in the following paragraphs: Student Agreement Regarding Internet Usage Upon signing the college application, the student accepts and agrees to abide by the policy and responsibilities specified in Student Internet Acceptable Use Policy. Further, with this educational opportunity also comes responsibility, and the student concurs that: • It is my responsibility to not reproduce or redistribute software and/or software keys licensed to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. • It is my responsibility to know and observe the acceptable use policies of external networks accessed via the Rowan-Cabarrus Internet connection. • It is my responsibility to ensure that the performance of the Rowan-Cabarrus network is not degraded and that authorized users are not deprived of Internet and/or network resources or access by my activities. It is my responsibility to avoid the knowing or inadvertent spread of computer viruses. • It is my responsibility to ensure that all copyright laws, including licensing restrictions, are honored. I understand that ownership of text, music, software, and other media is proprietary and, therefore, is protected to the full extent of the law and must be respected. • It is my responsibility to not intentionally interfere with the normal operation of computer networks or illegally gain access (i.e., hack) to the networks and the information contained within the network resources or attached equipment. • It is my responsibility to ensure that use of the network and Internet is consistent with student behavior and conduct guidelines and is not for personal financial gain. • I understand and agree that Rowan-Cabarrus may inspect, monitor or disclose Internet, electronic mail, and/or network activities when required by and constituted by law when there is substantiated reason to believe that violations of any federal, state or local law or any violation of Rowan-Cabarrus Community College policies or procedures have taken place. • It is my responsibility not to view, download, save, receive, or send material(s) related to or including: – Offensive content of any kind, including obscene material; – Discrimination on the basis of race, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, or disability; – Threatening or violent content or behavior; – Illegal activities; – Gambling; – Personal financial gain; – Forwarding email chain letters; – Spamming email accounts from Rowan- Cabarrus email services or company machines; – Dispersing corporate data to Rowan-Cabarrus customers or clients without authorization; – Personal use that states or implies Rowan- Cabarrus sponsorship or endorsement of its message. Rowan-Cabarrus has the right to review any materials stored on any system provided by the college and to edit and remove any materials. I hereby waive any right which I may otherwise have in and to such materials. Student Agreement Regarding Academic Testing Center Usage Upon signing the college application, the student accepts and agrees to abide by the Student Academic Testing Center Terms for Testing. Further, with this educational opportunity also comes responsibility, and the student concurs that: • Identification will be required for testing - driver’s license or picture ID. • Students must know course name and number, instructor’s name, and course type. • All books, book bags, and coats will be left in a specified location. • Disruptive devices (cell phones, beepers, etc.) are to be turned off and not used. • No notes, books or other supplemental materials will be permitted unless specifically stated on the College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 37 instructor’s “Conditions of Testing” form. • No discussion of any type will be permitted while testing. We are attempting to create a similar environment to in-class testing. • All tests will be taken in one sitting and returned to the Examiner/Proctor before leaving the Testing Center. • The Examiner/Proctor may consult the Testing Director or security if suspicious or questionable behavior is observed. The rules of student behavior and sanctions also apply to the Academic Testing Center. • Please see the Examiner/Proctor and/or the Testing Director if you have questions regarding this agreement or a testing concern before receiving the test. Campus Code of Conduct http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/618/code-of-conduct/ Campus Behavior Standards The college reserves the right to maintain a safe and orderly educational environment for students and staff. Therefore, when in the judgment of college officials, a student’s/patron’s conduct disrupts or threatens to disrupt the college community, appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken to restore and protect the well-being of the college community. Students are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with generally accepted standards of scholarship and morality. Community patrons are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the accepted standards of good citizenship in the state of North Carolina. The purpose of this code is not to restrict student or patron’s rights, but to protect the rights of individuals in their academic pursuits on the campus. 1. Academic Dishonesty (a). Academic Integrity: The college prohibits taking or acquiring possession of any academic material (test information, research papers, notes, etc.) from a member of the college staff or another Student without permission; receiving or giving help during tests; submitting papers or reports presented as the student’s original work that are not entirely the student’s own; not giving credit for others’ work. (b). Network Files: Rowan-Cabarrus network files are provided to students for academic work. These files are not private and are subject to review for compliance with the college’s acceptable use policy for technology, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, and general copyright law. 2. Behavior (a). Indecent Conduct: The college prohibits disorderly, lewd, or indecent conduct, including public physical or verbal action; language commonly considered offensive (not limited to, but including profanity); or distribution of obscene or libelous written or electronic material. (b).Violence: The College prohibits mental, psychological or physical abuse of any person (including sex offenses) on college premises or at college-sponsored or college-supervised functions, including verbal or physical actions that threaten or endanger the health or safety of any such persons or which promote hatred or prejudice. This includes fighting and or other disruptive behaviors, which includes any action or threat of action which endangers the peace, safety or orderly function of the college, its facilities or persons engaged in the business of the college. (c). Harassment: The college prohibits any act, comment, behavior, or clothing which is of a sexually suggestive, harassing, offensive, or intimidating nature. The college prohibits stalking, or behavior which in any way interferes with another student’s rights or an employee’s performance or created an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment. (This includes the display or navigation to pornography or other inappropriate websites and materials.) (d). Disruption: The college prohibits any intentional obstruction or interruption of teaching, research, administration, disciplinary proceedings or other college activities, including public service functions, and other duly authorized activities on college premises or at college-sponsored activity sites. (e). Failure to Comply: Refusal to adapt one’s behavior to instructions of college officials is prohibited. If, in the opinion of college officials, clothing or behaviors (including gang colors, signs or symbols) are threatening, intimidating or offensive in nature, sanctions may be imposed immediately. 3. Use of College Property (a). Purposeful Use of Campus Facilities: The college prohibits loitering without educational purpose or goal; therefore, individuals must be engaged in purposeful acts on campus which meet educational goals or in appropriate recreational and extracurricular activities. (b) Use by Unattended Minors: The college prohibits minors under the age of sixteen (16) from being on the campus unattended. Minors are not allowed in classrooms, labs, shops, learning resource center or other instructional areas without college authorization. Parents and guardians whether enrolled in college or as a community patron, must remain with the minor child at all times. Violators will be asked to leave the premises. Early College, emancipated minors and dual-enrolled students are exempt from this requirement. (c) Theft and Damage: The College prohibits theft of, misuse of, or harm to college property, or theft of or damage to property of a member of the college community or a campus visitor on college premises or at a college function. (d) Occupation or Seizure: The College prohibits occupation or seizure in any manner of college property, a college facility, or any portion thereof for a use inconsistent with prescribed, customary or authorized use. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 38 (e). Presence on College Premises: The college prohibits unauthorized entry upon the college premises; unauthorized entry into a college facility or a portion thereof which has been restricted in use; unauthorized presence in a college facility after closing hours; or furnishing false information to gain entry on the college premises or into a college facility. (f). Assembly: The college prohibits participation in or conducting an informal or formal unauthorized gathering in a manner that threatens or causes injury to persons or property or that interferes with free access to, ingress or egress of college facilities, that is harmful, obstructive, or disruptive to the educational process or institutional functions of the college; or remaining at the scene of such an assembly after being asked to leave by a college official. (g). Fire Alarms: The college prohibits setting off a fire alarm or using or tampering with any fire safety equipment on college premises or at college-sponsored activity sites, except with reasonable belief in the need for such alarm or equipment. In the event of a fire alarm sounding, students MUST evacuate the building, unless otherwise directed by a college official. (h). Emergency Phones: The college prohibits the misuse of the emergency phones in college hallways in making false reports of emergen
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Full Text | ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1 2015-2016 Catalog and Student Handbook Rowan-Cabarrus Community College ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2 Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Directory General College Information Phone: 704-216-RCCC (7222) Hours of Access: Mon. – Thurs.: 7:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Fri. 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. An automated attendant is available after hours. See the college website for campus directory of specific Rowan-Cabarrus phone listings. College Mailing Address: Rowan-Cabarrus Community College P.O. Box 1595 Salisbury, N.C. 28145 College Package Delivery: (Unless specified otherwise) Rowan-Cabarrus Community College 1531 Trinity Church Rd. Concord, NC 28027 College Internet Address: www.rccc.edu Locations: North Campus 1333 Jake Alexander Boulevard., Salisbury, NC 28146 South Campus 1531 Trinity Church Road, Concord, NC 28027 Cabarrus Business and Technology Center 660 Concord Parkway Drive, Concord, NC 28027 North Carolina Research Campus 399 Biotechnology Lane, Kannapolis, NC 28081 West Avenue Campus 120 West Avenue, Kannapolis, NC 28081 All Campus Locations are Tobacco Free. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 3 Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Table of Contents Academic Calendar.....................................................................................................4 General Information...................................................................................................5 History of the College.....................................................................................7 Program/Services Overview.......................................................................................9 Admissions and Enrollment.....................................................................................13 General Admission Information.................................................................14 Admission of High School Students............................................................17 General Admission Information for Corporate and Continuing Education...........................................................................18 Tuition and Fees...........................................................................................19 Financial Aid & Veterans Benefits...............................................................22 College Policies and Procedures...............................................................................25 Academic Policies and Procedures.............................................................26 Standards Governing Student Enrollment.................................................36 Disciplinary Actions & Sanctions................................................................40 Campus Safety Information........................................................................43 Programs of Study.....................................................................................................47 Course Descriptions................................................................................................153 Faculty and Staff......................................................................................................257 ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 4 Academic Calendar Fall Semester 2015 Aug. 17 M Classes Begin for 16-Week Classes and 1st 8-Week Classes Sept. 7 M Labor Day Holiday* Oct. 9 F Classes End for 1st 8-Week Classes Oct. 12-14 M-W Student Break Days Oct. 19 M Classes Begin for 2nd 8-Week Classes Nov. 11 W Veterans Day Holiday* Nov. 25 W Student Break Day Nov. 26-27 TH-F Thanksgiving Holidays* Dec. 16 W Classes End for 16-Week Classes and 2nd 8-Week Classes Dec. 21-31 M-TH Winter Holidays* Spring Semester 2016 Jan. 1 F New Year’s Holidays* Jan. 11 M Classes Begin for 16-Week Classes and 1st 8-Week Classes Jan. 18 M Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday* Mar. 4 F Classes End for 1st 8-Week Classes Mar. 7-11 M-F Spring Break Days - College Closed Mar. 16 W Classes Begin for 2nd 8-Week Classes Mar. 25 F Spring Holiday – College Closed May 10 T Classes End for 16-Week Classes and 2nd 8-Week Classes May 14 S Graduation Summer Semester 2016 May 18 W Classes Begin for 10-Week Classes and 1st 5-Week Classes May 30 M Memorial Day Holiday* July 4 M 4th of July Holiday* July 28 TH Classes End for 10-Week Classes and 2nd 5-Week Classes Disclaimer Statements for Calendars *Rowan-Cabarrus is closed on holidays listed above. The calendar is subject to change. For the most current version, consult the online calendar at: College Course Advisement Weeks and Registration dates for each term will be announced in the Rowan-Cabarrus Student Planner Spring Break Days will be used as make-up days for inclement weather, if necessary. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 5 General Information ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 6 General Information Rowan-Cabarrus Community College reserves the right to change its regulations, policies, fees and programs without notice. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is an equal opportunity institution. All programs, activities and facilities are available to all on a non-discriminatory basis, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or national origin. The College provides access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities upon request, in advance of the event. Open Door Policy Rowan-Cabarrus Community College has an open-door admission policy for applicants who are high school graduates, are at least 18 years of age or whose admission eligibility conforms to North Carolina law and North Carolina Community College system directives. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to amend the local admissions policy within the parameters permitted by the state of North Carolina and the State Board of Community College Code. Admission to the college is open without regard to race, creed, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation or age to any student who meets the age or graduation requirements. Some degree programs have specific requirements for admission. Information about specific requirements can be found on the college website, or by contacting the Navigation Station at 704-216-7222. Tuition Tuition is set by the North Carolina Legislature and the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges. Tuition rates are subject to change without notice. Accreditation Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees, diplomas and certificates. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404- 679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Rowan- Cabarrus Community College. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/president/accreditation/ Consumer Information In compliance with federal law this information can be located on the college website: wwww.rccc.edu. Board of Trustees Carl M. Short, Jr., Chair Cynthia L. Mynatt, Vice Chair Dr. Carol S. Spalding, President Matthew C. Barr J. Thomas Bost Paul A. Brown Darise D. Caldwell R. Daryl Cox Patricia G. Fulcher Patricia K. Horton Administration Dr. Carol S. Spalding..................................... College President Dr. Michael Quillen.....Vice-President of Academic Programs Craig Lamb........................... Vice-President of Corporate and Continuing Education Gaye McConnell..... Vice-President Enrollment Management and the Student Experience Ken Ingle......................................... Chief Information Officer Carla Howell............................... Chief Officer of Governance, Foundation and Public Relations Janet Spriggs......................................... Chief Financial Officer Jonathan Chamberlain......Chief Officer of Facilities Services Tina Haynes......................Chief Officer of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness Mark Ebersole.............. Associate Vice-President, Enrollment Management and Student Services Angelo Markantonakis.................... Associate Vice-President, Academic Programs Dr. Van Madray................ Dean of Engineering and Business Technologies Wendy Barnhardt........... Dean of Health and Public Services Dr. Carol Scherczinger......... Dean of Science, Biotechnology, Mathematics and Information Technologies Claudia Swicegood.............................Dean of Special Projects Dr. Carol Holbert.............. Dean, Department of Liberal Arts, and General Education Gary Connor.......... Executive Director of Pre-College Studies Ann Morris........................................ Associate Vice President of Corporate and Continuing Education Debra NeeSmith........Dean of Educational Resource Services Spencer Rummage.......Dean of Public Services Technologies General Information Lynn G. Marsh Robert S. Misenheimer Stephen M. Morris Dakeita Vanderburg- Johnson Quentin Woodward, Jr. Tereysha Robles, Student Government Association President ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 7 2015-2018 Rowan-Cabarrus Strategic Plan Mission Rowan-Cabarrus improves lives and builds community through public higher education and workforce development. Values We are committed to our college and our community through our values: • Excellence and innovation in education and workforce training; • Continuous improvement through lifelong learning and achievement; • Trust, integrity, inclusiveness, and mutual respect; • Exemplary service through team work; • Responsibility, sustainability, accountability; • Leadership, partnership and global citizenship. Goals • Prepare students for careers and opportunities that stimulate sustainable economic and workforce development. • Foster a culture of learning that inspires academic excellence and promotes student success. • Provide excellent service to current and prospective students, colleagues, businesses, industries, and the community. • Acquire, develop, and manage human, fiscal, and physical resources essential to the development and delivery of technology-enriched, high value education and service. • Serve as a catalyst for advancing the region. www.rccc.edu/effectiveness/rowan-cabarrus-community-college- strategic-plan-2015-2018/ General Information History of the College The need for a technical education center was recognized in 1960, when Salisbury-Rowan community leaders, working through the chamber of commerce, conducted a survey of manpower requirements in the area. Results of the survey provided the basis for their request that the State Board of Education establish an industrial education center in Rowan County. The people of Rowan County gave strong support to the idea by approving a $500,000 bond issue to purchase land and to finance construction of the first building. When the center first opened its doors in 1963, it offered seven pre-employment education programs and a variety of short courses for adults. In 1964, the school was designated Rowan Technical Institute under the provisions of the Community College- Technical Institute Act. This made it possible to expand the school’s curricula. In 1979, the General Assembly passed a bill which recognized the synonymous nature of the terms “institute” and “college.” After appropriate action by the Board of Trustees and the Rowan County Commissioners, the North Carolina State Board of Education officially approved the name of Rowan Technical College. In 1988, the trustees of the college voted to change the name of the institution to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College to more accurately reflect the comprehensive nature of its programs and the service area. The college became the first multi-campus institution in the state in 1991 when the South Campus opened its doors. The college has experienced considerable growth since 1963, and now enrolls an average of 20,000 citizens annually. Today, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College prepares individuals for careers in approximately 50 programs of study in business, health and public services, and industrial and engineering technologies. The college also offers the Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts and Associate in Science degree programs for those students who intend to transfer to a four-year college or university. Rowan-Cabarrus serves the residents of Cabarrus and Rowan counties at four campus locations (North, South, Cloverleaf Plaza and Cabarrus Business and Technology Center), multiple centers, and through online programs. In 2010, Rowan-Cabarrus opened a 62,000-square-foot classroom and laboratory building at the North Carolina Research Campus, in Kannapolis. At the same time, a new 38,000-square-foot classroom building opened at the North Campus. This was Rowan- Cabarrus’ first LEED building and the first completely new facility built on the North Campus in more than 30 years. The building is LEED Gold certified, a leader in its own right as the first LEED Gold building in Rowan or Cabarrus counties and the fourth in the NC Community College system. In November 2010, Rowan County citizens approved a $12 million bond referendum for capital improvement projects on the North Campus as a commitment to keep the college facilities updated to provide the highest quality and relevant instruction and training for our communities. These renovations are ongoing on the North Campus through 2015. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 8 General Information ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 9 Program/Services Overview ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 10 Programs and Services Overview Business, Engineering, Health, Public Services and Technical Programs: (A.A.S. or Associate in Applied Sciences) The North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) has offered two-year degree, diploma and certificate programs for individuals whose career goals are to immediately enter the workforce in their chosen profession or trade. The program offerings in the Associate in Applied Sciences provide education and training in current and emerging careers in our regional service area and beyond. Some of the A.A.S. programs have established articulation agreements with private and public universities which accept some courses toward an undergraduate degree. Transfer Programs: Rowan-Cabarrus offers three transfer program areas: Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Fine Arts (A.F.A.), and Associate of Science (A.S.). The transfer programs offer degree completing students the opportunity to transfer 60 - 61 credit hours to the University of North Carolina system member institutions. See Comprehensive Articulation Agreement section Transferring to private universities or to colleges and universities outside of North Carolina requires additional research and planning by students while enrolled at Rowan-Cabarrus to ensure the best possible credit transition. Associate in General Education: The Associate in General Education (A.G.E.) is a degree program designed for students who want additional flexibility in designing a degree program to meet their educational and academic needs. The A.G.E. is not a transfer degree option, but some individual courses may be received by senior institutions if a student is interested in transferring. Pre-health students are assigned in this major until formally admitted to a health program. Comprehensive Articulation Agreement: The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement became effective in 1997 and was revised in 2014. Students entering fall 2014 semester or later will follow the 2014 Comprehensive Articulation Agreement while transfer students enrolled before 2014 may elect to graduate under the 1997 criteria. This agreement addresses the transfer of credits between institutions in the North Carolina Community College System and from that system to constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina. Community college graduates of the A.A. and A.S. programs who have completed the general education transfer core will be considered to have fulfilled the institution wide, lower division general education requirements of receiving institution. Academic and Career Advising Centers (ACA Centers): ACA Center academic advisors are available on both North and South campuses to assist students with their educational planning. ACA Center advisors are dedicated to providing quality advising in an environment that is welcoming, professional, and supportive. Academic Advising is a cooperative effort between the student and the advisor that is an ongoing and developmental process, which may extend well beyond course planning and selection. While the ultimate responsibility for exploring choices and making decisions rests with the student, the ACA Advisors are committed to facilitating this process so students can develop an educational plan, set career goals and achieve personal growth. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www. rccc.edu/aca/. Adult Studies: An important function of the College is to provide educational programs on the pre-college level. Pre-college Studies offer adults the opportunity for meaningful social and occupational growth through Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency Program (HSE, formerly GED) and English as a Second Language (ESL) program. For additional information, please visit the Rowan- Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/precollege/. Career and College Promise Program: The Career and College Promise Program (CCP) allows qualified high school students to earn college credits toward a transfer degree or a technical education degree. The program has specific admission criteria and specific courses for program completion. High school students who are interested in this opportunity must consult with their high school counselor or, if in an approved homeschool, the student and principal may consult with the director of admissions and enrollment management. For additional information, please visit the Rowan- Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/ccp. Corporate and Continuing Education Programs: At Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, Corporate and Continuing Education programs support the philosophy that learning is a lifelong activity. This division offers courses for professional and job skills development and personal enrichment courses of general interest at convenient times and locations. The Corporate and Continuing Education Division supports individual, organizational, and economic development by providing career-focused, educational programs and services to citizens and employers of Rowan and Cabarrus counties. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/ corporatecontinuing/. Program/Services Overview ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 11 Counseling Services: Professional counseling services are provided to students, prospective students, and the entire college community in the areas of academic, career, disability services, and personal counseling. Counseling services are confidential. Consistent with the College’s mission, counseling services focus on promoting student success, retention and individual growth. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/ counseling/. Career Services provide career counseling to students and potential students; provide tools and information for students to be successful in their job search in the way of resume reviews, interview feedback, and labor market information. This department offers individual and group career counseling and other career exploration tools to help students make decisions about their education and career path. Career counselors encourage students to look inward and learn more about themselves in order to venture outward toward their future. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at http://www.rccc.edu/careerservices/. English as a Second Language (E.S.L): ESL is offered as a Pre-College program. Please refer to the Basic Skills section. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc. edu/precollege/about-the-english-as-a-second-language-program/. Enrollment and Student Services: Students can receive information about admissions, registration, general advising assistance, transcripts, financial aid, career counseling, academic counseling, veterans’ benefits and graduation through the Navigation Stations at North or South Campus. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/studentservices/. Financial Aid/Veteran’s Administration Benefits/Federal Student Loans Rowan-Cabarrus offers many types of financial assistance including federal and state grants, federal student loans, federal work study and institutional scholarships. Initially, students should complete the federal financial aid application at: www.fafsa.gov to be considered for financial assistance. Veteran’s benefits are available for qualified veterans and/or their designated family member. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/financialaid/ or http://www.rccc.edu/ vets/ Learning Resource Centers (LRCs): Learning Resource Centers (LRCs) are essential components of Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. The LRCs provide our patrons with library, audiovisual, Internet and instructional resources and services necessary to support the educational programs of the college. They also provide resources to meet the various needs, interests, and aptitudes of the students enrolled in lifelong learning. LRCs are available at North, South NCRC and CBTC. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/lrc/. Navigation Station: Navigation Station is more than a place... it’s a philosophy. You come to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College to learn and not to run from office to office taking care of the administrative details of your education. The school brings together a host of administrative services under one roof so that you can get back to the business of being a student! Start at the Navigation Station on-campus or online to start your success at Rowan-Cabarrus. The Navigation Station offers extended hours at both our North and South Campuses to meet your needs. Individual services are scheduled by location. Please check out the website for details: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/. Student Government Association/ Student Life: Student Life is a critical component of the student experience. Student Life at Rowan-Cabarrus continues to flourish with record participation in clubs and activities. Student Life extends beyond the campuses as well. The student life calendar includes service projects, blood drives, legislative visits, leadership conferences, and more. Online publications, social media platforms, and charter bus excursions are available to Rowan-Cabarrus students. The Student Government Association continues to be the official voice through which students’ opinions and actions may be carried out. Chartered student organizations allow for student membership in clubs of academic and social interest. For additional information on ways to get involved, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/studentlife/ or http:// www.rccc.edu/sga/. Small Business Center: The mission of the Small Business Center (SBC) is to increase the success rate and number of viable small businesses in the community by providing education, counseling, a resource library, and special programs. The SBC offers free two-hour seminars on topics such as business start-up, funding, business plans, marketing, sales, website design, social media and online ventures. More in-depth training and skill building includes courses in basic accounting, QuickBooks and business plan writing. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/sbc/. Program/Services Overview ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 12 Program/Services Overview Testing Centers: The Testing Centers at North and South Campus provide comprehensive testing services, including placement testing, High School Equivalency (HSE) testing, academic course testing, CLEP, DSST, and industry specific certifications. The Testing Centers serve as remote test sites for other colleges and universities. Rowan-Cabarrus is also an authorized testing site for Pearson-VUE. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/testing/. Tutoring Centers: Tutoring services for students are available on North and South Campuses. Students can receive assistance on English, writing, reading, mathematics, business technology courses, most science classes, including biotechnology and foreign languages. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/tutoring/. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 13 Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 14 General Admission Information The College and other institutions in the North Carolina Community College System operate under an Open Door policy. In accordance with the State Board of Community College Code, Title 23, Chapter 2(c), Section .0300, the College shall maintain an open-door admissions policy, which accepts applicants who have graduated from high school, hold a GED or adult high school diploma, or are at least 18 years of age. The College also enrolls high school students who are qualified to participate in college courses through the Career and College Promise Program or selected continuing education training courses. The Rowan-Cabarrus Board of Trustees reserves the right to establish local admission policies as authorized within the parameters established by the State Board of Community College Code. Rowan-Cabarrus offers education and training to meet the needs of the community. Different areas of the College have different admission criteria. Please read the section which applies to your educational interest or contact the Navigation Station for assistance regarding specific criteria. Individuals seeking accommodations related to enrollment, please refer to the section for Special Students. College Degree, Diploma and Certificate Program Admission The degree, diploma, or certificate programs are taught at a level beyond high school. Therefore, a high school diploma or recognized equivalent is usually the minimal preparation; however, a prospective student may demonstrate their academic readiness though the college placement inventory. If you have not completed high school, the College provides adult studies (HSE) programs through pre-college studies. In order to assure that your educational experience will be successful; advisors will assist in determining your present academic preparedness for the program you have chosen. The College uses placement tests, academic records, occupational experience and/or other indicators to determine the student’s preparedness and potential for success. If you have not successfully completed all the high school courses needed to succeed in the program of your choice, Rowan-Cabarrus will make the courses available to you. In certain A.A.S. programs, students are enrolled on a space-available basis because laboratory space is limited. Applicants to these programs are encouraged to contact Student Services as soon as possible. High school seniors should apply early in their senior year. New students are admitted prior to the start of each semester. Qualified students are accepted during each semester’s registration, if space is available. The Basic Law Enforcement Training program and all health programs contain additional admission requirements that must be met before the student is admitted to the program. All admission requirements are listed in special admission section and the online catalog updates. Developmental Courses Developmental courses (designed to improve reading, writing, spelling, mathematics and computer skills) are taught in small classes. If you completed the placement tests and your scores indicate that you needed to refresh your skills, you will need to take some developmental courses. Usually, students who take developmental courses will be advised that they can take one or two of their regular program courses at the same time. Academic advisors will assist you in planning your schedule. Developmental classes are considered non-credit courses and are not included in the grade point average; however, tuition and fees are charged at the same rate as a credit course. Some college level courses have satisfactory completion of a related developmental course as a prerequisite. Online/Hybrid Formats Students are required to meet academic and skill pre-requisites prior to registering for an internet course. Such prerequisities determine student preparedness and support student potential for success in an internet course. Student preparedness includes demonstrated reading, written communication, and technical skills. All internet course, regardless of the curriculum, are reading intensive and writing intensive, and require participants to use a wide variety of computer and internet technology. Enrolling is Easy at Rowan-Cabarrus: • Apply for Admission: Once you have made the decision to take classes at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, apply on-line through College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC). It takes a minimum of two business days to process your application, depending on the date you apply. Please check the website for admission deadlines. • By electronically completing and submitting the college application, the student accepts the responsibility to be aware of and follow codes of conduct, behavior standards and all program specific rules, policies and procedures. • Official Transcripts* Contact the guidance office or registrar’s office of your high school and any colleges you have attended and request an official copy of your transcript be sent to: Student Services/Records Office Rowan-Cabarrus Community College P.O. Box 1595 Salisbury, North Carolina 28145-1595 Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 15 o An official transcript is in a sealed envelope, has an embossed seal or original signature, and is usually mailed directly to Rowan-Cabarrus from the institution or may be sent electronically from the institution or transcript service to Rowan- Cabarrus. The graduation date will be posted on all high school transcripts. Public high school graduates are encouraged to request an electronic copy from the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC). o Home-school graduates should send a final transcript, verifying your graduation, as well as a copy of the letter from the North Carolina Department of Non-Public Instruction acknowledging your home school. Correspondence/online school diplomas will be accepted if they are regionally accredited or accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Any other correspondence/online school diplomas will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. • Placement Testing is generally required of all students entering a curriculum program at Rowan- Cabarrus. The North Carolina Diagnostic and Placement Tests (NC_DAP) assess your skills in the fundamentals of English/reading, mathematics, writing, and basic computer skills. Your scores are used to appropriately place you into courses that will enable you to succeed in your college journey. If you are entering a certificate program or taking a specific course of interest, you may not be required to take placement testing, but will be expected to meet all course prerequisites to be eligible to register. You may be exempt from testing if you: • Have a U.S public high school unweighted GPA equal to or greater than (= or >) 2.6, graduated within five years of your college enrollment, and earned passing grades in four math courses, including Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and a fourth math suitable for college admission. • Have completed transferable college-level coursework in English and math with a grade of “C” or better. Your official college transcript from the awarding college must be evaluated in order to determine any exemption. • Achieved SAT scores of Writing (500) OR Critical Reading (500) and Math (500) or ACT scores of Reading (22) OR English (18) and Math (22). Your official scores must be received from the testing agency to determine any exemptions. In addition, the ACT or SAT must have been completed within the previous five years. • Have received an associate degree, bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university. Your official college transcript showing the degree awarded must be received and evaluated to determine any exemptions. You must complete an application for admission prior to testing and have a Student ID number. You will schedule an appointment to take the placement test (English/Reading, Mathematics, and Computer Skills) at www.rccc.edu/testing. Special accommodations for placement testing due to a disability can be made with Disability Services prior to scheduling a placement test date. Please refer to the “Information about Special Students” section. If you are an applicant for the Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing, Dental Assisting, Radiography, or Basic Law Enforcement Training programs, please refer to the specific program for required placement scores, remediation, and other criteria used for program admission. On Testing Day: • Check in with the staff at the Navigation Station on either the North or South Campus area when you arrive. • Bring a photo ID, such as a Driver’s License, Military ID, State ID Card, or Student ID Card. • Bring your Student ID Number – You will not be able to test without this number. If you cannot locate your Student ID Number, please ask the Navigation Station staff for assistance. • Personal calculators are not permitted on the mathematics section of the NC_DAP. Instead, you will have access to a pop-up calculator for certain math questions. • There is no time limit to the assessment, so do not rush. • Remember... you cannot fail. These tests are very important to your course placement, though. • Your exam session will begin with a brief orientation. • You will receive your scores immediately following completion of your testing. Residency: Student residency status is for tuition purposes and is established by the initial admissions application. The application for the North Carolina Residency can be found on our website at: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/492/ application-for-north-carolina-residency/ Appeals related to residency must be issued in writing in the first 10 class days of the semester. You can find more information related to our Residency Appeals Process at: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/457/residency-appeals-process/ Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 16 Out-of-State Student A student who is determined to be a nonresident of North Carolina is subject to a significantly higher tuition charge than a resident. An initial residency decision is made at the point of application to Rowan-Cabarrus. A student who is determined to be a nonresident based on information provided on the application may apply to have their status reviewed by completing the North Carolina Residence and Tuition Status Application. This application must be submitted no later than 10 business days after the first day of classes for the semester the student wishes their status to be reviewed. For more information on Out-of-State Residency Criteria please see our website at: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/455/in-state- and-out-of-state-residency-criteria/. Tuition rates are subject to change by action of the North Carolina General Assembly. International Admissions Rowan-Cabarrus Community College provides educational opportunities for individuals who may not be citizens or residents of our regional service area. This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant students. Non-immigrant students will be accepted to begin classes in the fall semester only. To be considered for admission, an international student must present the following information to admissions: • A completed application, received no later than June 15 of the admission year. • Forward a certified copy of his/her official high school diploma, transcript from all high schools and post-secondary institutions the student has attended, and official U.S. educational evaluation of the documents. All transcripts from schools outside the United States must be evaluated by a reputable evaluation service. A list may be obtained in Student Services. • Original financial documents are required along with a statement of financial support from the student’s sponsor, and a statement from the sponsor’s bank that there are sufficient funds, $20,500 U.S. dollars, to support the student. If there is no sponsor, an original and official document that shows the student has on deposit sufficient funds to support his/her tenure as a student ($20,500/year U.S. dollars). • A minimum score of 500 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a minimum score of 173 on the computerized version, or a minimum Internet Based Test (IBT) score of Reading 17, Listening 17, Speaking 16, and Writing 16. If any single score falls below the minimum, the IBT will not be considered. All scores must be received as official documents. No copies of scores will be accepted. TOEFL test scores must be within two years of the date of admission. • After all required documentation has been received by deadline, and after approval by the Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management, the applicant may be issued his/her I-20. • After applicant has received the appropriate visa allowing him/her to enter the U.S., he/she must present evidence of medical insurance coverage prior to registration. NOTE: Rowan-Cabarrus does not have scholarship or loan funds for international students available at this time. The college does not provide dormitory facilities. State Authorization Admission of applicants residing outside of North Carolina is dependent on the college’s ability to secure authorization from the state in which the applicant is currently residing. For more information, please visit our state authorization website. Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 17 Admission of High School Students through Career and College Promise College Transfer and Career Technical Pathways Currently enrolled high school students who wish to take college courses through Rowan-Cabarrus may participate in Career and College Promise Program. To participate in this program the high school student must begin the process through their high school guidance counselor or approved homeschool principal. Students must select one of two College Transfer Pathways or may select a Career Technical Certificate Pathway. To qualify for a College Transfer Pathway, a student must demonstrate college readiness in English, mathematics and reading using an approved assessment. They must also have a 3.0 or higher grade point average on their high school courses and continue to make progress towards graduation. To qualify for a Career Technical Certificate Pathway, a student must have a 3.0 or higher grade point average or a 2.6 grade point average and a recommendation from a high school official. Career and College Promise students may take one or two courses each semester as long as they have met the course prerequisites. Developmental courses are not available to high school students. Career and College Promise Program students are subject to the same criteria for academic probation as traditional college students. For additional information, please visit the Rowan- Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/highschool/careercollegepromise/ Early college at Rowan-Cabarrus Early college is an educational partnership between Rowan-Cabarrus and school districts in Rowan and Cabarrus counties. This partnership provides high school students an opportunity to earn both high school and college credits during four years of enrollment in an early college program. By earning enough credits, a graduating high school senior could exit high school with an associate degree and be ready for workforce employment or transfer to a four-year college or university. The student must enroll as a high school freshman to pursue this opportunity. College tuition for early college students is waived. Early college programs are administered by the local educational agency (school district), but housed on the college campus. To learn more information about early college opportunities in Rowan County, Cabarrus County or Kannapolis City Schools, please contact these school districts. Registration The traditional college curriculum operates on the semester system and uses an online class scheduling tool known as WebAdvisor. All students enrolled in programs are expected to register using WebAdvisor. Registration dates can be found on the College website at https://www. rccc.edu/recordsregistration/webadvisor-registration-dates/. We encourage students to meet with faculty advisors prior to registering for classes to assure students have developed the educational plan for their program of study. Registration is completed by paying the required tuition and fees for the courses scheduled. Please refer to the section on tuition and fees. Schedule Changes Students may make changes to their course schedule at any time during the scheduled registration dates. Once the semester begins, students who are registered for credit courses as of the first day of any semester, can make schedule changes as follows; 1) the first two days of fall and spring semesters; and 2) the first day of summer term. Schedule changes may be made by the student using the WebAdvisor tool or by seeing a faculty/program advisor. Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 18 General Admission Information for Corporate and Continuing Education http://www.rccc.edu/corporatecontinuing/ Corporate and Continuing Education offers coursework in the following areas: Adult Basic Education, S.O.A.R., Human Resources Development (HRD), personal enrichment and workforce development. Below are the general requirements for admission and registration to each area in Corporate and Continuing Education. Individuals seeking accommodations should refer to the Special Students section. Adult Basic Education Courses Adult Basic Education consists of courses and laboratory work to prepare students to be successful in their effort to continue their education. Incoming students must be at least 18 year old. Minors (age 16 or 17) may be enrolled on a “space available” basis only and with the director’s approval. People seeking admission to enter the Adult Basic Education program must contact the Pre-college Studies office (704-216-3510) to get specific enrollment information. Those under age 18 must receive and complete an enrollment packet before meeting with the director of Pre-college Studies for approval to begin coursework. English as a Second Language (ESL): ESL classes are designed especially for adults whose native language is not English and who want to improve their English. Instruction is offered in listening, speaking, reading and writing. ESL classes are provided on campus, in the community and in workplace settings. For more information, please contact Salisbury Campus: Jim Price (704) 216 7247 or jim.price@ rccc.edu Human Resources Development: If you need to receive further training to successfully enter the workforce or to apply for a different job, the Human Resources Development (HRD) program provides short-term pre-employment training and counseling designed for the unemployed or underemployed adult. Training includes: • Learning how to find a job • Building skills necessary for obtaining employment • Exploring various career options • Learning basic computer skills, including computerized job searching • Improving reading, math, and locating information skills • Earning a career readiness certification Tuition for these classes will be waived for the unemployed or underemployed student. For additional information, please contact Molly Cline (704-216-3511 or molly.cline@rccc.edu) or visit the Rowan- Cabarrus website at http://www.rccc.edu/hrdevelopment. Personal Enrichment Personal enrichment courses are offered throughout the year in all areas of interest ranging from computer skills courses to physical fitness and wellness courses. Most of these courses have no admission criteria. People interested in taking these courses may register by contacting the Navigation Station for additional information about the dates, times, locations and costs associated with these courses. Registration and payment is available online through WebAdvisor. This link is located on the top right of our website, http://www.rccc.edu/. For additional information, please visit the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/enrichment/ S.O.A.R. (Skills, Opportunity, Awareness and Readiness) S.O.A.R. (Formerly known as Compensatory Education) is specifically designed to meet the needs of adults with intellectual disabilities. Students in this program must be at least 17 years old. The purpose of the program is to compensate adults with intellectual disabilities for the lack of, or inadequate, education received earlier. The focus of the S.O.A.R. program is on helping the individual become as independent as possible through acquiring basic and life skills needed to function successfully in daily living Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible to participate in the S.O.A.R. program, an individual must be 17 or older, and (a) high school graduate (O.C.S.) or (b) must complete an Intake interview and assessment. Students must be able to be tested, must adhere to the college Code of Conduct, and must be able to perform activities of daily living (or be accompanied by an approved one-on-one assistant). Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 19 Classes are offered at no cost to the student and are currently held at the North Campus in Rowan County and at the South Campus in Cabarrus County and at other off-campus locations. Admission and enrollment in this program are limited. For more information, contact: Salisbury Campus: Jay Taylor (704) 216 7116 or jay. taylor@rccc.edu Concord Campus: Barbara Beach (704)-216-3508 or Barbara.beach@rccc.edu Workforce Development Courses Corporate and Continuing Education offers a wide variety of workforce development courses to individuals and to employers for their incumbent workforce. Many of these courses provide not only continuing education credit, but also certification at local, state or national levels. Some examples of courses in this area are: CPR, Certified Nursing Assistant, EMT, Fire Safety, Law Enforcement certification and recertification, leadership development, customer service, project management, and Lean/Six Sigma. Courses are offered throughout the year. Some courses have prerequisite training or certification which must be met before enrollment. Please check the College website or. For additional information, please contact the Navigation Station for the most current information related to the specific course or visits the Rowan-Cabarrus website at: http://www.rccc.edu/corporatecontinuing/ Tuition and fees for these courses are also variable. Tuition and Fees All students are now able to pay tuition and fees through WebAdvisor Tuition, Fees and Related Costs – Curriculum Courses Tuition and fees are set by the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges and the General Assembly and are subject to change. Any changes will be announced by the NCGA in July of each year and will be effective beginning each fall semester. Tuition and fees are due at each registration period by the payment date listed for each registration period. Please visit the college website for payment due dates: http://www.rccc.edu/ recordsregistration/web-advisor-registration-and-web-support- schedule/. Tuition Because the state helps pay the tuition of North Carolina residents out of tax dollars, tuition for North Carolina residents is $72.00 per credit hour, up to and including 16 credit hours. There will be a maximum charge of $1,152.00 per semester. Tuition for non-resident students is charged at the rate of $264.00 per credit hour with a maximum charge of $4,224.00 per semester. The College accepts American Express, Discover, MasterCard, VISA credit cards for registration payment. For current tuition rate information, please refer to: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop//466/tuition-and-fees-for-academic- programs/ 2014-2015 Tuition Rates North Carolina Residents: Non-Resident Students: Credit Hour Tuition Credit Hour Tuition 1 $ 72.00 1 $ 264.00 2 $ 144.00 2 $ 528.00 3 $ 216.00 3 $ 792.00 4 $ 288.00 4 $1,056.00 5 $ 360.00 5 $1,320.00 6 $ 432.00 6 $1,584.00 7 $ 504.00 7 $1,848.00 8 $ 576.00 8 $2,112.00 9 $ 648.00 9 $2,376.00 10 $ 720.00 10 $2,640.00 11 $ 792.00 11 $2,904.00 12 $ 864.00 12 $3,168.00 13 $ 936.00 13 $3,432.00 14 $1,008.00 14 $3,696.00 15 $1,080.00 15 $3,960.00 16 $1,152.00 16 $4,224.00 Tuition rates are subject to change by action of the General Assembly. Decisions regarding this change may not be in effect prior to publication of this catalog. A resident student is generally defined as one whose legal residence has been in North Carolina for at least 12 months before enrollment or re-enrollment in the college. Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 20 Senior Citizens (age 65 and older) Senior citizens will be charged tuition and fees as any other regularly enrolled student. Fees Electronic Textbook (eText) Fee Some courses have an e-Text fee attached to the course at the time of registration. The fee is mandatory and the e-Text is automatically delivered to the student’s Blackboard account at the beginning of the course. For more information on e-textbooks fees, see www.rccc.edu/ etexts. Campus Access Fee All students pay a campus access flat fee of $20.00 per semester/term which supports parking, security systems, student accident insurance, remote notification and public safety infrastructure, and other enhancements of access to college facilities. This fee is refundable only if the student completely drops all courses by the refund deadline as published in the Academic Calendar. Technology Fee Students at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College pay a technology fee for each of the fall and spring semesters, and summer term. Technology fees cover the cost of instructional supplies, materials, computers and other technology support. Technology fees are charged on a pro-rata basis depending on the number of credit hours for which the student is enrolled as follows: 7+ credit hours ................................ $ 25.00 per semester 1-6 credit hours ................................ $ 12.50 per semester Student Activity Fee Students at Rowan-Cabarrus are required to pay a $32.00 activity fee for fall and spring semesters (regardless of the number of credit hours enrolled). This fee covers student activities coordinated by the Student Life Department and the Student Government Association (SGA). Students pay a $13.00 activity fee for summer term, regardless of the number of credit hours for which the student is enrolled. Graduation Fee Curriculum students will pay a $5.00 fee each semester per graduate, regardless of participation in the ceremony, to offset the costs of degree, diploma, or certificate production and diploma cover, as well as cover the cap and gown cost for the ceremony. This fee is non-refundable. GED graduates will be charged a graduation fee if they participate in the ceremony. Lab Fee Curriculum students will pay a lab fee for courses that have an associated lab. The fee will range from $5.00 to $30.00. Professional Liability Insurance Cosmetology, Early Childhood Education, Dental, Nursing, Radiography students are required to purchase student professional liability insurance which is available for approximately $13.00 per year. Students in Continuing Education courses which require patient care or direct client service are also required to have professional liability insurance. The Rowan-Cabarrus Cashier’s Office can provide additional information about this fee. ART/Photography Fee ART 261 – Photography I has a material fee of $251.00 to cover expenses including, but not limited to: Film, printing paper, chemistry and facility rental. The ART 261 course is held in the Linn-Norvell Darkroom and the adjacent Graham Studio at Waterworks Visual Arts Center in Salisbury. This course fee covers student materials that are required of all students enrolled in this course. Students are not required to purchase textbooks for the course. The supplies provided are approved by the faculty and supplied by Waterworks. Ceramics Fee ART 283 has a course fee of $271.50 to cover the cost of facility usage and materials. The ART 263 course is held in the Clay Studio and Glazing Room at the Waterworks Visual Arts Center in Salisbury. This course fee covers student materials that are required of all students enrolled in this course. Students are not required to purchase textbooks for the course. The supplies provided are approved by the faculty and supplied by Waterworks. MSM/Motorsports Fee Students choosing to enroll in specific MSM courses located in SMP will incur an additional $80 lab fee to cover off-campus industry facility experience. Official Transcript Fee Rowan-Cabarrus Community College in partnership with SCRIP-SAFE International provides twenty-four hour access to online transcript ordering through a secure website. This process is completely secure and can be delivered to your intended recipient by mail and/or electronically. You will pay for your transcript through SCRIP-SAFE Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 21 at the time of ordering, via credit card and they accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. The most current security available is used to protect your credit card and personal information. For additional information refer to the College website at https://www. rccc.edu/onestop/626/transcript-request-form/. Retest Fee Students choosing to retest will pay a fee to cover at minimum the actual cost of the test. The cost will vary depending on the test or inventory type. A minimum fee of $5.00 will be charged for each retest session. This fee does not apply to high school equivalency testing/ retesting. This fee is non-refundable. Nursing Testing Fee All nursing students are required to pay a fee for testing services. This fee is billed for the NUR course at the time of registration. Please refer to the individual Nursing Programs of Study for estimated program costs by semester. Tuition Refund Policy Tuition, as well as the refund policy, are set by the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges and the General Assembly, and are subject to change. Tuition refund policy states: • A 100 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws prior to the first day of class(es) of the academic semester or term as noted in the academic calendar. • A student is eligible for a 100 percent refund if the class in which the student is officially registered is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. • A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class(es) prior to or on the official 10 percent point of the semester. • For classes beginning at times other than the first week (seven calendar days) of the semester a 100 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to the first class meeting. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to or on the 10 percent point of the class. Official withdrawal for a refund involves completing the proper online withdrawal drop form (http://www.rccc. edu/onestop/online-drop-form) prior to or on the “10 percent” point of the semester. Students must request a refund in writing prior to or no later than the “10 percent” date of the semester. Admissions and Enrollment Students who do not plan to attend must drop by submitting the Online Withdrawal Form. Any student registered for any class as of the first day of the semester, will be responsible for 25% of tuition, unless the instructor has reported you as never entering the class. Any student enrolled who is in the military reserve or National Guard who may be called to Active Duty that makes it impossible for them to complete their course requirements, will be granted a full refund for military purposes. The student must provide official deployment documentation before reporting to or upon their return from service, to the Director of Registration & Records for a refund to be considered. See the Academic Calendar on the College website for the “10 percent” date of each semester. Refund information is available online under the academic calendar. Textbooks and Supplies The cost of textbooks and supplies varies with the program of study. These items may be purchased from the college bookstore. The bookstore accepts MasterCard and VISA credit cards for payment of textbooks and other merchandise. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 22 Admissions and Enrollment Financial Aid and Veterans Benefits Financial Aid Many students seek some form of financial aid to help meet their college expenses. Students seeking college degrees, diplomas and most certificates may qualify for state or federal assistance. Individuals taking continuing education coursework, certain curriculum certificate programs, and special credit majors (undeclared or non-degree seeking) are not eligible to receive state or federal grants or loans. Financial aid programs are available in the form of scholarships, grants, loans and work study programs. Financial Aid in Student Services can provide you with specific information. You can qualify for financial aid if you: • are accepted for admission in an eligible programs as a student; and • show eligibility by completion of the online FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form: www.fafsa.gov Rowan-Cabarrus Community College’s school code for the FAFSA is 005754 for all campuses. Check the Rowan- Cabarrus website for additional and detailed information: http://www.rccc.edu/financialaid. The college serves as a referral agency for: Veterans Benefits Social Security Vocational Rehabilitation Department of Social Services Department of Commerce, Employment Services The college serves as a disbursing or coordinating agency for: Federal Direct Student Loans Federal Direct Parent Loans Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG) Federal Pell Grant North Carolina Education Lottery Grant North Carolina Community College Grant Scholarships Various scholarship opportunities are available through Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Check the Rowan- Cabarrus website - http://www.rccc.edu/scholarships/ often for updated scholarship information. Most scholarship applications are available in the spring of each year for the following fall semester. The Financial Aid office can provide you with information on other types of aid which may be available. In addition to scholarships and grants, many Rowan-Cabarrus Community College students are employed through the federal college work study programs on a part-time basis in offices, labs, libraries, or other campus locations. Work study compensation counts as part of your financial aid package. Applications for financial aid are accepted throughout the year, and assistance will be given as funds are available. Students must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Check the website (www.rccc.edu/financialaid/terms) for the specific requirements regarding Satisfactory Academic Progress. For more information on financial aid, loans and scholarships, contact Financial Aid, 704-216-RCCC (7222). Financial Aid and Scholarship Refunds Students that have funds remaining after tuition, books, and fees charges are paid receive the remaining balance usually within in 6-8 weeks of the beginning of the semester. Every curriculum student will receive a My RCCC Card in the mail from HigherOne. Upon activation of the card, students will receive the disbursement on the debit card or into their personal checking/savings account depending on the preference the student selects when activating their My RCCC Card. Students receive the card at no charge however, replacement fees may apply. Textbook Purchases Students with financial aid or scholarship awards may purchase textbooks and supplies through the on-campus bookstore. Rental books for selected classes are available with a credit card on file. Rental options are not available for financial aid and scholarship recipients. ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 23 U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits Rowan-Cabarrus Community College programs are approved by the North Carolina State Approving Agency for the enrollment of persons eligible for education assistance benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Entitled veterans, eligible spouses, and dependent children who have applied, met all admission requirements, been fully accepted, and have registered for classes, may be CERTIFIED to the U.S. DVA Atlanta, Georgia office as enrolled and in pursuit of an approved program of education. It is the responsibility of the veteran to request from the last high school and all colleges attended that an official transcript(s) be sent directly from the school to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Students cannot be certified to receive benefits until all transcripts have been received and evaluated. Students may be certified only for the classes required for completion in their approved program of study. Veterans receive educational benefits on the following basis: • Arts and Sciences Courses - Credit Hours per Week • Occupational Courses - Credit Hours per Week • Tele-Course, Hybrid or Internet courses may change your eligible credit hour certification. Check the Rowan-Cabarrus Community College website http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/tag/veteran-benefits/ for additional information. Grades and Progress Reports Records of progress are kept by this institution on veteran and non-veteran students alike. Progress records are furnished to the students, veterans, and non-veterans alike at the end of each scheduled school term through WebAdvisor. Rowan-Cabarrus is a Service-member Opportunity College (SOC). Students who may have transferable credit are encouraged to submit their documents to the Rowan- Cabarrus Records and Registration area of Student Services. Refer to the catalog section on Academic Policies and Procedures. Navigation Station Navigation Station is more than a place... it’s a philosophy. You come to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College to learn and not to run from office to office taking care of the administrative details of your education. Navigation Station brings together a host of administrative services under one roof so that you can get back to the business of being a student! Stop here for everything you need to get registered and pay for your classes. We can help you every step of the way, from filing financial aid forms and understanding your payment options, to registering for classes, requesting a transcript, or completing an application for graduation. You can make an appointment with an academic advisor and find out about your holds and how to remove them. If you are having a life event and need to speak to someone, one of our counselors is here to listen. The Navigation Station offers extended hours at both our North and South Campuses to meet your needs. Individual services are scheduled by location. Admissions and Enrollment ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 24 ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 25 College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 26 Academic Policies and Procedures Confidentiality of Student Records: FERPA The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) is a Federal law that governs the maintenance of student records. This act, with which the college intends to comply fully, protects the privacy of educational records, establishes the right for students enrolled to inspect records kept by the college about the student and the right to correct inaccuracies in the records. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College recognizes its responsibilities to students in maintaining accurate and confidential student records. Access to the records by persons other than the student is limited and generally requires prior consent by the student. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College adopted a written policy governing the rights of parents and students under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Copies of this policy may be found in the offices of the President and the Vice President of Student Services at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Directory Information FERPA does allow that Rowan-Cabarrus officials may disclose appropriately designated “directory information” without student written consent. Directory information is information contained in a student’s education record that is not generally considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released. Rowan-Cabarrus officials declare the following items as directory information which can be made available to the public. Students may request to withhold directory information, except where it is required on campus, by notifying the director of records and registration in writing within the first five days after student enrollment that such information is not to be made available. • Student’s name • Address • Telephone listing • Date of birth • Field of study • Dates of attendance • Degrees, diplomas or certificates awarded • Scholastic Honors Academic Load - Students A full-time student is one who is enrolled in 12 or more credit hours of course work per semester. Average full-time enrollment for most students will vary between 15 and 18 hours of credit. Students who wish to carry more than 21 credit hours must have prior approval from the vice president of enrollment and the student experience unless their curriculum requirements, as stated in the catalog, require more than 21 hours in a particular semester. Course schedules and course loads should be carefully planned through consultation with a program advisor. Note: The NC General Assembly has set tuition and registration fees on a “per credit hour” basis with a maximum charge for 16 credit hours. Please see Tuition and Fees section of this catalog for further details. Attendance Requirements All students must attend class during the first week of classes or forfeit their seat in the course. A student is expected to attend every class for which he/she is scheduled and to arrive on time. Instructors will keep an accurate record of class attendance. The student is responsible for contacting his/her instructor when unavoidable absences occur, and for maintaining contact every few days during any necessary extended absence. Students are responsible for withdrawing from any class, if they find they will be unable to complete an academic term. The student must complete and submit the online withdrawal form located at http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/ online-drop-form/ when officially withdrawing from a class after the “10 percent” point of the academic semester/term. Instructional time missed is a serious deterrent to learning. A student is responsible for fulfilling the requirements of the course by attending all classes (including shops, labs, and clinics) and completing course assignments. Instructors will withdraw students who are accumulating absences and are not communicating with the faculty regarding academic progress in the course. Distance education students are expected to log-in to their distance education courses during the first week of classes and submit an assignment as required. Please refer to the Distance Education website for more information. Any student who does not enter or log-in to their distance education course by the 10% point will be reported as a no show and will be required to register for the course during another semester. Some programs and courses at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College may have more stringent attendance requirements due to the nature of a course or program. These requirements are stated in the program description or course syllabus. Students will be informed in writing during the first class meeting of specific attendance requirements. Class attendance is calculated from the first officially scheduled class meeting (includes the drop/add period) through the last scheduled meeting. Class Schedules Rowan-Cabarrus Community College schedules traditional seated classes between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m., Monday through Thursday; and between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Friday. Saturday classes may also be offered. Credit courses are offered during the day and during the evening hours from 6:00 p.m. to 10 p.m. The purpose of offering credit courses both day and evening is to provide flexibility in scheduling and optimum availability of courses. Schedule and course information are published by the college the prior to each semester and are available on the college’s website at: www.rccc.edu. Non-credit Occupational Extension and Personal Enrichment/ Personal Interest courses are also offered both day and evening. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 27 Program Advisors Each student enrolled in a program has access to a program advisor or advising group who assists the student in planning course schedules. The student may seek assistance from any program advisor in his/her particular program of study. The program advisor assists the student in evaluating his/her academic progress and suggests improvements or schedule changes. Program advisors and students are strongly encouraged to develop an educational plan of work prior to registration. Withdrawal Policy If a student withdraws from a class after the end of the drop/add period and before the 65 percent point in the class, he/she will receive a grade of “W.” A Grade of “W” will appear on the student’s transcript, but will not be considered as hours attempted in the accumulated Grade- Point Average. If a student does not withdraw before the 65 percent point in the class, the student will receive a grade of “F” or the grade earned. Once a student has enrolled in class and has paid fees, that student remains a member of the class unless: Student Withdrawal - The student officially withdraws from the course by completing the necessary printed or web form available at the following website address: http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/online-drop-form/ Faculty Withdrawal - An instructor will withdraw the student if the student has not attended courses for two consecutive weeks (or 12.5 percent of course duration), of scheduled course meetings during a 16 week semester whereby the student has not attempted intentional, ongoing communication with the instructor in person, via telephone, or campus email, to discuss the circumstances of the ongoing absence and plan their efforts to complete missed assignments. Administrative Withdrawal - Administrative withdrawal may be implemented as part of mediated resolution to violations of the Campus Code of Conduct and appropriate documentation may appear on the student’s official transcript, as needed. Medical Withdrawal - Students may request a medical withdrawal based on injury, illness, or psychological/ psychiatric disorder. A Medical Withdrawal will be granted for all courses in the enrolled semester. Medical Withdrawals will not be granted for individual course(s). A Medical Withdrawal request must be made within 30 days of last date of class attendance, and prior to future enrollment. Military Withdrawal - A student may withdraw from courses due to call for Active Duty for military purposes. The student must provide official deployment documentation before reporting to or upon their return from service, to the Director of Registration & Records. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College reserves the right to make changes in the regulations, courses, fees, and other matters of policy and procedure when necessary. Grading Rowan-Cabarrus Community College operates on a grade-point system, and each student’s academic standing is established by a grade point average (GPA) which is determined by numerical values assigned to each grade. At the end of each semester, students will access final grades via WebAdvisor based on the following scale. Health programs and developmental studies courses are graded on a variation of this scale. Grade Grade Explanation Quality Points A 90-100 Excellent 4 quality points per semester hour B 80-89 Good 3 quality points per semester hour C 70-79 Average 2 quality points per semester hour D 60-69 1 quality point per semester hour F <60 Failing 0 quality points I Incomplete 0 quality points W Withdrawn 0 quality points AU Audit 0 quality points CE Credit by Exam 0 quality points P Passing, Developmental 0 quality points R Repeat, Developmental 0 quality points *Students enrolled in Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing programs, Dental Assisting and Radiography should refer to the specific program webpage for the numerical grade required in related courses. Each program will list the required minimum grade for admission to and continuation in the program. All health program students should refer to the specific program handbook regarding the minimum grade to be earned for program progression. In Developmental Studies courses, a grade of 80 or above is required for satisfactory completion. The North Carolina Community College System has established this minimum standard for satisfactory completion of developmental courses. Students earning numerical grades below 80 will receive the grade of “R” (Repeat) and must register again for the course. Developmental Studies courses are noncredit courses and are not included in the Grade-Point Average (GPA). College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 28 Grade Appeal Procedure College website http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/794/rccc-grade- appeal-request/. Students must issue the request for appeal within 10 business days of receiving a grade or forfeit the right to appeal. Grade of Incomplete (I) A grade of Incomplete (I) may be assigned by the instructor for any student whose coursework is of passing quality which represents a significant amount of the requirements for a final grade, but is incomplete due to recent illness, accident, or recent death in the immediate family. Students who need additional time to complete the objectives of a course due to either of these unusual circumstances beyond the student’s control, should contact the Instructor and request a grade of incomplete. All incomplete work must be submitted and graded by the last day of the following semester/term. The grade of “I” is computed in the Grade-Point Average as “0” quality points. However, when a student completes the provisions necessary for the removal of an “I,” the “I” will be removed from the student’s record and replaced with the grade earned. The GPA will then be recomputed using the grade earned. If course requirements are not met by the deadline given, the grade of “I” will automatically be changed to a grade of “F.” The student must register again for the course. Any student who has a grade of “I” in any course at the end of the term will not be considered for Scholastic Honors for that semester/term. To not jeopardize this honorable mention, it is recommended that students not delay completing all course objectives by the deadline agreed upon by the instructor and student. Grade-Point Average (GPA) The GPA for one semester is obtained by the following method: The quality points for each course are found by multiplying the appropriate grade point value for the grade earned by the semester hour credits assigned to the course. The total grade points for all courses in the grading period are added. Dividing the total of the grade points by the total of the semester credit hours gives the grade-point average for the semester. Example: Course Grade Credit Hours Grade Points BIO 168 A 4 = 16 ENG 111 B 3 = 9 PSY 150 B 3 = 9 ACA 122 C 2 = 6 MAT 161 D 3 = 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 43 GPA 43 / 15 = 2.86 Grade of “A” earned on a three-semester hour credit course equals 12 grade points. Cumulative Grade-Point Average The cumulative GPA is determined by using the total grade points in two or more semesters divided by the total course credits attempted in two or more semesters. Academic Standards Students must maintain satisfactory academic standards. Academic evaluation of student performance occurs at the end of each semester. This evaluation may be neither arbitrary nor capricious and must be consistent with previously announced criteria. Minimum satisfactory academic performance is defined as maintaining a cumulative Grade-Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.0 (a grade of “C”). Advising Students Who Experience Academic Difficulty Instructors are responsible for keeping students informed regularly about their progress in individual courses, with specific responsibility to expedite the reporting of student performance at each measurement point (chapter tests, mid-terms, finals, etc.). Instructors and advisors are responsible for assisting students who are experiencing academic difficulty. Advice to help students improve performance may include, but is not limited to, completing developmental education courses or subcomponents of developmental programs, carrying a reduced course load, special tutoring, or repeating selected courses. Semester grade reports are sent to all students. The faculty advisor and student should arrange a conference with a counselor whenever the nature of a student’s academic difficulty is beyond the scope of the instructor or faculty advisor’s ability to assist. Failure to maintain satisfactory academic standards will result in academic probation and can result in academic suspension. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 29 Academic Probation A student who fails to maintain satisfactory academic standards at the end of any term will automatically be placed on academic probation for the next term. A student placed on academic probation will not be allowed to register and/or begin class until the student has (a) participated in an Academic Probation Workshop or (b) met with a Student Services counselor. Either of these establishes corrective conditions to help the student achieve satisfactory performance while continuing probationary enrollment. The hold on registration/class attendance would then be lifted and documentation of the corrective actions is recorded and maintained by the counseling and career services team. A student on academic probation who fails to achieve satisfactory academic standards by the end of the academic probationary term is subject to academic suspension and will not be allowed to register for the next term without the approval of the Director of Counseling and Career Service or his or her designee. At each level of academic probation, the probationary period and requirements will be explained to students by a member of the counseling staff. All students enrolled in college credit courses are subject to maintaining the college’s satisfactory academic progress policies. Academic Suspension At the end of each semester, the counseling staff from the direction of the director of counseling and career services will review the cases of all students on academic probation who failed to achieve satisfactory academic standards within the stated time period. After one semester of academic suspension, a student may also apply for readmission to the program from which he or she has been academically suspended if the sequence of course offerings make readmission possible. Academic Appeals Committee Appeals of academic suspension will be referred by the Director of Counseling and Career Services to the academic appeals committee no later than five days after receipt. If the academic appeals committee reverses suspension, the student will be afforded an opportunity to make up all work missed during the appeal process. Scholastic Honors The following scholastic honors lists are posted each semester on the Rowan-Cabarrus website: http://www.rccc.edu/studentservices/scholastic-honors/. Scholastic Honors are defined as below: President’s List A full-time student achieving a grade-point average of 4.0 for the semester will be recognized on the President’s List. To be eligible for the President’s List, the student must be a full-time student enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours. Dean’s List A full-time student obtaining a grade-point average of 3.5 or above for the semester will be recognized on the Dean’s List. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, the student must be a full-time student enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours. Honors List A student obtaining a grade-point average of 3.0 or above for the semester will be recognized on the Honor’s List. To be eligible for the Honor’s List, the student must be enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours. Note: Since Developmental Courses are non-credit courses, they are not included in the total hours required for Scholastic Honors. Course Residency Requirement A minimum of 25 percent of the total number of credit hours required for graduation in a particular program must be taken at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. No more than 75 percent of required credit hours can be accepted for transfer credit. Course Substitution In an attempt to meet graduation requirements, it is sometimes necessary to substitute one course for another. A student may request credit for a course required in his/ her program of study based on successful completion of a substitute course. The course requested must be equal in credit and comparable in value. Action upon such substitutions must be initiated by the student’s program chair, who submits the request to the Office of Student Records for validation. A student may substitute up to a maximum of five courses. Final approval for course substitutions is based on State Curriculum Standards. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 30 Course Repeat Rule Students may repeat a course for which they received credit one time, regardless of the grade received, unless specified in the curriculum. Although both grades will appear on the student’s record, only the higher grade will be counted toward the cumulative grade-point average. For students receiving Veteran’s Benefits, approval is required prior to repeating any course for which a final grade of “F” was received. This can only be done once per course. If a passing grade of “D” or better was received, the course cannot be repeated for Veteran’s Benefits. Courses for which a grade of “W” was received, may be repeated for Veteran’s Benefits, providing the student’s cumulative GPA indicates overall satisfactory progress to date. Approvals will be communicated through the campus Veteran’s Benefits officer. Auditing Courses An audit is the completion of a course for which no assessment is made or grade awarded. Students who wish to audit courses must register and pay tuition and fees associated with those courses. Financial Aid will not pay for any course that is registered as an audit. If an audit is not declared at the time of registration, students must obtain approval from the instructor of the class no later than the “10 percent” point of the course. Students auditing courses receive no academic credit but are encouraged to attend class, participate in discussions, and take examinations. Normal attendance policies will apply. Students withdrawing during the semester will be given a grade of “W.” Audited coursework will not be considered for transfer credit toward any other Rowan- Cabarrus program. Audited courses are not eligible for transfer credit to another institution. Tests and Final Examinations Tests and quizzes (oral and written), including comprehensive final exams, are given by the instructor in accordance with the approved course syllabus. Transfer of Credits - College Coursework Transcripts from other regionally accredited institutions may be evaluated for transfer credit. Awarding of credits earned at a non-regionally accredited institution will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Any student who wishes to have transfer credit evaluated by Rowan-Cabarrus Community College should request an official transcript from the transferring institution be sent to the Records Office. Courses submitted for transfer credit must be equivalent to offerings at Rowan-Cabarrus. Exceptions to the transfer of credits policy may be made by the appropriate program chair and the academic vice president. Only courses with grades of a “C” or higher will be accepted for transfer. Quality points will not be transferred. No more than 75 percent of required credit hours can be accepted for transfer credit. Only students who have applied and been accepted in to a Program of Study at Rowan-Cabarrus will receive an official evaluation of transfer credit. Credit may also be awarded for appropriate scores on subject areas of the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), the Dantes Subject Standardized Tests (DSST), or the Advanced Placement (AP) Program. Official test results should be submitted to the Admissions Office. Students receiving an Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, or Associate in Fine Arts degree from Rowan- Cabarrus will find those credits transferable to most colleges and universities. Students receiving an Associate in Applied Science degree will find their credits transferable to most private colleges in our area. Students should consult the receiving institution to determine the credits that will transfer from the program in which they are enrolled. A student may obtain general information about cooperative programs from the admissions office, and is responsible for seeking specifics and complete requirements from the school that awards the degree. Rowan-Cabarrus is a Service-members Opportunity College (SOC) which means members of the military may receive academic credit for education and training completed while in service. Veterans may also receive credit for coursework completed while in the military which is applicable to the major selected at the college. Veterans must provide a transcript evaluated by ACE (American Council of Education) to be awarded appropriate credit. Students should provide the necessary documents to the student services, records and registration area for evaluation. Upon completion of evaluation of any transfer credit, notification will be sent to the student RCCC email account. Transfer of Credits - Professional Certificates An enrolling student may request that professional certificates with appropriate documentation be evaluated for full or partial course credit within his/her major. Additional criteria may be required along with the certificate to receive full course credit. For each area of certification, the appropriate program chair will determine the Rowan-Cabarrus course equivalencies and corresponding certification required for credit. The student should notify the program head of which course(s) the professional certification is to be applied by submitting the original professional certificate for review. The student should submit this information during the admissions process; however, a professional certification can be submitted at any time during the student’s enrollment at the college. The program head will complete the credit by professional certification form and submit it to the appropriate academic dean for approval, along with a copy of the certification. Once approved by the dean, the College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 31 documentation will be sent to student services’ records department for assignment of credit to the permanent record. No more than 75 percent of required credit hours for a degree or diploma can be accepted for credit in this manner. Professional certifications should be current, and program heads can provide information regarding time limits (i.e. within last five years) in order for credits to be awarded for a particular program of study. Rowan-Cabarrus Programs of Study accepting appropriate Professional Certification: Air Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Automotive Systems Technology Computer Information Technology Computer Programming Construction Management Cosmetology Electrical/Electronic Technology Machining Technology Medical Office Administration Networking Technology Office Systems Technology Web Technologies Welding Technology Please check the College website for updates and revisions to the technical programs of study that accept professional certifications for full or partial course credit. Examples of Professional Certifications and related Programs of Study: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Program Certificates – Automotive Systems Technology Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) Credentials – Office Systems Technology Medical Office Administration Degree or Diploma Credit by Examination Students enrolling at the college who believe they are proficient in a subject due to Continuing Education Units (CEUs), life experiences or professional certifications may request credit by examination. The examination may be written, oral, a performance test, or a combination of these. To seek credit by examination, a student should obtain guidance from his/her faculty advisor, approval from the program head of the course in question, and must be registered for the course for which credit by examination is sought. The examination for credit must be administered by the instructor during the first eight class days of fall or spring semester and within the first five days of summer term. Tuition and Fees for credit by examination are the same as for regular enrollment. If the examination is completed satisfactorily with a grade of “C” or better, the instructor will then complete a credit by examination form and forward it to the director of records for a grade of “CE” to be awarded. A student who is unsuccessful with the examination may not request a second attempt, but may remain in the course through completion of the semester. The decision of the examining faculty is final. Credits earned by examination will be entered on the student’s permanent record, but quality points will not be awarded for such credit. Credits earned by examination may be used to satisfy graduation requirements but cannot be used to satisfy the policy stating 25 percent of the credits required for graduation must be taken at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Hours earned by credit by examination will not be used to satisfy VA or Pell Grant requirements. Hours earned by credit by examination are not transferable to other colleges. For further information, contact the program chair of your area of study or student services. Students receiving financial aid, scholarships or third party payment of tuition are responsible for checking with the financial aid office before requesting credit by examination. Advanced Placement for High School Courses The North Carolina High School to Community College Articulation Agreement provides a seamless process that joins secondary and postsecondary Career and Technical Education programs of study. The college partners with the Rowan and Cabarrus County high schools and Kannapolis City Schools in an effort to award advanced placement credit based on high school achievement. Details concerning specific requirements are available from counselors at the high schools. Degree, Diploma, and Certificate Requirements Students who successfully complete a two-year technical education program will earn the Associate in Applied Science Degree. Students who complete the Arts and Sciences program will earn the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science Degree. The Diploma is awarded to students who satisfactorily complete a one-year vocational program or the general education core for the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science program. Various programs offer certificates that can often be completed in one semester. A student is scholastically eligible for graduation when he/ she has satisfied the specific requirements of the college and the program for which he/she is enrolled, completed a minimum of 25 percent of required hours in residence at Rowan-Cabarrus, and has earned a program grade point average of at least 2.0. A student may graduate using the catalog under which he/she initially enrolled or the current catalog. A student not enrolled for 12 consecutive months (or more) will re-enter under the current catalog. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 32 Graduation Events Graduation exercises are held at the end of the spring semester. The specific date of graduation is listed in the Academic Calendar. Graduation rate information for Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is available on the college website (www.rccc.edu) and in student services. For more information on graduation please see our website at: https://www.rccc.edu/recordsregistration/ graduation/ Graduation Honors To be eligible for honors recognition, students must complete any coursework required for graduation with no grade lower than a “C”. Students, who earn a grade-point average 3.5 through 3.99 in the program of study, will graduate with Honors. Students who earn a 4.0 in the program of study will graduate with High Honors. Outstanding Student Awards These awards are made to the graduates who have distinguished themselves by being most outstanding in terms of scholastic achievement, performance, and maturity of purpose during their program of instruction at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Student Records Student Records and Registration is a division of Student Services. The Student Records and Registration department is responsible for maintaining student records by recording each student’s achievements into permanent educational records. These records, such as grades, grade-point average, and courses completed, are used to award degrees, certificates and diplomas. Student records, such as transcripts, are available for students to demonstrate their successes to potential employers or other institutions of higher learning. For that reason, students are encouraged to understand their program of study and encouraged to review his/her record each semester, prior to registration, to assure program requirements are being met. Transcript Request Policy In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), students and former students needing official copies of their academic transcript must make request electronically through the college website at https://www.rccc.edu/onestop/626/transcript-request-form/ Rowan-Cabarrus Community College in partnership with SCRIP-SAFE International provides twenty-four hour access to online transcript ordering through a secure website. This process is completely secure and can be delivered to your intended recipient by mail and/or electronically. Special Students General Information about Special Students All students are special at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College; however, some students have special needs. This section addresses the following: services for students with disabilities, enrollment and registration for sex offenders, special credit students, and undocumented persons. Disability Services Policies Regarding Students with Disabilities Disability services at Rowan-Cabarrus are offered to assist students with disabilities in achieving their educational and vocational goals and to comply with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The college’s goal is to make Rowan-Cabarrus accessible for all students. In order to minimize the effects of a student’s disability on his/ her classroom performance, a reasonable adjustment or accommodation is provided as long as an accommodation or an adjustment does not alter a published course competency or course standard. Services are provided based on documentation provided to a Disability Services Counselor by the student and the individual’s particular need and circumstance. It is the mission of Disability Services for students with disabilities to have equal access to learning at Rowan Cabarrus Community College. Believing that students with disabilities can better advocate for their own needs with greater success, the office of Disability Services strives to empower students at every step. Request for Assistance or Accommodation Students seeking assistance or accommodation are responsible for making their disability known to the disability services counselors in student services. Students may elect to disclose a disability at any time. Rowan- Cabarrus may not seek out and identify students with disabilities. Disability services provide support services in curriculum, continuing education and pre-college courses. Because disability accommodations are not automatic and often require specific arrangements, students seeking disability accommodations should make contact with disability Services for any additional information as soon as possible. Students are encouraged to contact disability services as soon as possible. Requests for accommodations should be made at least three weeks prior to the first day of class for which the accommodations are requested. All attempts will be made, but without minimal advance notice, Rowan-Cabarrus cannot assure that all appropriate accommodations can be accomplished prior to the first class. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 33 Required Documentation Students seeking assistance or accommodation must provide documentation from an appropriate professional. Required documentation includes the results of medical, psychological, educational and/or emotional diagnostic tests or evaluations that verify both the need for accommodation, and the specific type of accommodation requested. Specific documentation guidelines are available through disability services. Documentation will be considered confidential and will be maintained by disability services. Disability documentation is not a part of the academic record. This information will be considered confidential and is to be shared within the institution on a need-to-know basis only. Disability records may be destroyed five years after the student’s last enrollment. For students with learning or other non-apparent disabilities, documentation should be current, which is generally considered no older than three years. Students who provide documentation showing a history of disability may be granted accommodations for one semester in order to allow the student an opportunity to update older documentation; however, accommodation beyond one semester will be dependent upon the student providing current documentation. Rowan-Cabarrus may also require an updated evaluation or assessment of disability. Accommodation Plan Upon a student’s request for accommodation and a review of appropriate documentation, the student and a disability services counselor will develop an accommodation plan in consultation with faculty as appropriate or necessary. The plan will outline specific accommodations or adjustments. These may include physical, testing, instructional, academic support and/or equipment accommodations. Requested accommodations must be supported by documentation. The accommodation plan may include a pre-determined schedule of meetings to monitor progress with a disability services counselor. A copy will remain on file with disability services. The accommodation plan must be reviewed and/ or updated with each semester registration. Accommodations are not automatic and must be requested in advance. Accommodations will not be granted retroactively. Students are expected to maintain contact with disability services as to the implementation and effectiveness of specific accommodations. Students should immediately report any concern regarding their accommodation plan to disability services. Rowan-Cabarrus does not provide services of a personal nature outside of the classroom. Arrangements for personal services are the student’s responsibility. All students are expected to comply with college policies and regulations as outlined in the Rowan-Cabarrus Catalog/Student Handbook. Accessible Services, Materials and Equipment Instructor Notification Instructor notification is not automatic and must be initiated by the student. Following class registration, the student must request an accommodation notification form through disability services. The student will then deliver the accommodation notification to each course instructor. The student must obtain the instructor’s signature, provide a copy for the instructor, and return the completed form to disability services. Accommodation will not be in effect until the completed form is returned. Classroom Notes Students with specific functional limitations may request assistance with classroom notes. A determination of the method for obtaining classroom notes is based on disability documentation, course format and the course instructor’s recommendation. Classroom notes will generally be obtained by the utilization of a digital recorder or a volunteer classmate. Carbonless duplication paper is available upon request through disability services as well as a photocopy machine. Students are responsible for providing and operating the digital recorder and batteries. When presenting an accommodation notification form, the student informs the instructor that notes will be needed and asks for assistance to identify a volunteer. In the event that either the volunteer system or digital recorder is not successful, immediately contact disability services. A volunteer note-taker or digital recorder does not excuse poor class attendance. Students receiving class notes accommodation should not expect notes for days missed unless special arrangements are made in advance. Based on the inability to access reasonable and appropriate classroom notes through the use of a digital recorder or volunteer, a student may be eligible for a staff note-taker/scribe. This accommodation will be determined on an individual basis. The student should contact and inform disability services regarding the cancellation of staff note-taker/scribe services. The staff note-taker/ scribe will wait 15 minutes following the scheduled class start time. The staff note-taker/scribe will not remain in the classroom when the student is absent. If the student fails to arrive by the second class, the staff note-taker/ scribe will assume that the student will be absent for the remaining classes. The student will be expected to obtain missed notes in the same manner as other students. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 34 Alternative Testing Testing accommodations, based on disability documentation, may include extended time, reduced distraction environment, test scribe, test reader, computer use for written exams, enlarged print or use of a calculator. The student is expected to make arrangements, at least two class days in advance, through the course instructor and disability services. Actual test accommodations may be provided through disability services or the testing center based on the specific arrangements made by the student and course instructor. The instructor will be notified if the student is absent at the scheduled time. Accessible Materials Students whose documentation supports an accommodation for printed material in an alternate format should contact disability services as soon as possible following registration. Availability of alternate format material may be limited, so students are encouraged to make a request for textbooks or other class-related materials well in advance. In converting printed text into an alternate form, disability services will try to honor the student’s preference. However, depending on the time of the request, the availability of materials, the volume of materials, and the expected time for return, adjustments may be necessary. Such adjustment may include the student using appropriate assistive technology (CCTV or scan/reader computer software) available on campus. Requests for accessible materials will be processed in the order in which they are received. Interpreters Interpretation and transliteration services will be arranged for qualifying deaf and hard-of-hearing students for scheduled classes, labs, scheduled student activities, and appointments. Every attempt will be made to honor a student’s communication preference; however, other arrangements may be made depending on the time of advanced notice and availability of interpreters. Students must request services in advance to assure that services can be arranged. Students are asked to provide a three-week advance notice for scheduled classes and a one-week notice for scheduled activities or appointments. Students who request interpreter services and plan to be absent or find that services are not needed must cancel arrangements immediately through disability services. In the event of an unreported absence, the interpreter will wait 15 minutes following the scheduled class start time. The interpreter will not remain in the classroom when the student is absent. If the student fails to arrive by the second class, the interpreter will assume that the student will be absent for the remaining classes. The student will be expected to obtain materials in the same manner as other students. If a student has three unreported absences in a given class, interpreter services may be terminated until the student meets with disability services. The student will be notified in writing. Students should report any concern or problem involving an interpreter to disability services. Adaptive Equipment Various adaptive equipment or software for on-campus use can be made available to qualified students as a part of a specific classroom accommodation plan. However, any prescriptive or personal devices, including those for home use, are the responsibility of the student. As a part of the accommodation plan, the qualified student will be able to sign out equipment from the disability services office. Other equipment, such as software or modified keyboards, will be available in the assigned classroom or LRC as requested. Every attempt will be made to provide appropriate training to enable the student to effectively utilize specific equipment or software. Such training will require active student participation, advance notice, and additional time on campus. Personal Services Personal Attendants Students are responsible for providing for their own personal health and hygiene needs along with their mobility needs within the classroom and around campus. Due to regulations and space limitations, personal attendants generally may not attend class with the registered student unless the accommodation is supported by disability documentation as a health/safety issue and is included in the student’s accommodation plan. Attendance Disability Services does not have a role in determining course attendance policies. Students are expected to attend scheduled classes regardless of their disability. Students may request that instructors be informed as to the legitimacy of disability-related absences, but such notification will not excuse or alter the course attendance policy. Students anticipating absences should notify the course instructor in advance. Students are also responsible for all missed assignments and material. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 35 Tutoring Services Tutorial services are scheduled in specific content areas campus-wide through academic programs as appropriate. Qualified students are encouraged to request accommodations in order to utilize those services. Students are responsible for individual tutoring or individual instruction outside of the scheduled activities offered through academic programs. Parking Accessible parking is available in accordance with state and federal regulations. Students are required to follow all appropriate regulations and to have a North Carolina-issued permit visible when parked in an accessible or handicapped space. Accessible parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Any student wishing to address accessible parking issues should contact disability services. Grievance Process Students who experience a problem and/or feel unfairly treated should attempt to resolve the problem informally with disability services. Concerns regarding a specific accommodation will be resolved with the involvement of the student and the appropriate instructor, program head, academic dean, academic vice president, and vice president of enrollment and the student experience. https://www.rccc.edu/onestop/rccc-student-grievance-request/ If a concern cannot be resolved to the student’s satisfaction, the student should utilize the student grievance process as outlined in the Rowan-Cabarrus Catalog/Student Handbook. Program Evaluation and Development In consultation with faculty and staff, the Rowan- Cabarrus counseling staff will be responsible for evaluating services at Rowan-Cabarrus for students with disabilities and recommending changes in policies, procedures and services as appropriate. The Rowan-Cabarrus counseling staff will provide guidance and support to both faculty and staff in providing services for students with disabilities. The Rowan-Cabarrus counseling staff will provide in-service training and information to Rowan-Cabarrus faculty and staff as appropriate. Professional consultants in the area of services for students with disabilities may be utilized in specific cases and in staff development efforts. For additional information and resources regarding disabilities for students in higher education, please see the following links: www.ahead.org/affiliates/north-carolina www.ADA.gov www.edpubs.gov www.disabilityresources.org Sex Offenders Persons who are registered sex offenders are required by state and federal law to disclose to local law enforcement their interest in attending college, verifying the dates, times and locations of the coursework of interest. Offenders may or may not be permitted to enroll and register for courses pending approval of the local law enforcement agency. Offenders who fail to comply with the state and federal law will forfeit their educational opportunity with Rowan-Cabarrus even if otherwise qualified. Special Credit Students Some students wish to register for credit courses, but do not intend to complete a degree, diploma, or certificate program. These students are registered as special credit students - no major declared. They can enroll in classes on a space-available basis and with the approval of their college advisor. Tuition and fees are the same as for regularly enrolled program students. If these students later wish to apply credits earned toward a degree or diploma, they must declare a program/major at student services. A change in status must be submitted when the student has earned 18 semester hours (including a college-level English and math course) as a special credit student. If not already established, at the time a program is declared the student must meet all the regular admission requirements for the program of choice. Undocumented Persons Individuals who are not documented are eligible to take most courses in Continuing Education, and any course in Adult Basic Education and ESL without any restrictions. Enrollment in college credit courses is limited by the following guidelines from the NC Legislature: • Must pay out of state tuition for the coursework selected. • Must register at the last hour assuming space is available. Documented students have first priority for seat availability in all curricula. Federal law prohibits states from granting professional licenses to students that don’t have legal residence in the United States. Therefore, admissions to programs leading to a professional license are not permitted. Undocumented students who are public high schools students enrolled in approved college credit programs through Career and College Promise programs are not subject to this NC statute. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 36 Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival students (DACA): Students must be under the age of 35, residents of the U.S. for at least five years, have a high school diploma from public, private or home school, a GED or Adult high school diploma, and have entered the U.S. at age 15 or younger. • Not eligible for In-state tuition rate. • May register for classes at any time during the registration period. Federal law prohibits states from granting professional licenses to students who do not have legal residence in the United States. Therefore, admissions to programs leading to a professional license are not permitted. Standards Governing Student Enrollment General Overview: Students are both members of the external community, which includes Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, as well as members of the internal academic community of the college itself. As citizens of the external community, students are subject to all civil laws, the enforcement of which is the responsibility of civil authorities. As members of the academic community, students are subject to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College regulations and obligations. College students, as adults, are expected to exercise mature and responsible self-discipline, to behave with courtesy and integrity and to maintain appropriate academic standards as well as appropriate conduct standards. Failure to maintain required standards can lead to conditional enrollment or curtailment of enrollment. These standards and enrollment constraints are described in the following paragraphs: Student Agreement Regarding Internet Usage Upon signing the college application, the student accepts and agrees to abide by the policy and responsibilities specified in Student Internet Acceptable Use Policy. Further, with this educational opportunity also comes responsibility, and the student concurs that: • It is my responsibility to not reproduce or redistribute software and/or software keys licensed to Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. • It is my responsibility to know and observe the acceptable use policies of external networks accessed via the Rowan-Cabarrus Internet connection. • It is my responsibility to ensure that the performance of the Rowan-Cabarrus network is not degraded and that authorized users are not deprived of Internet and/or network resources or access by my activities. It is my responsibility to avoid the knowing or inadvertent spread of computer viruses. • It is my responsibility to ensure that all copyright laws, including licensing restrictions, are honored. I understand that ownership of text, music, software, and other media is proprietary and, therefore, is protected to the full extent of the law and must be respected. • It is my responsibility to not intentionally interfere with the normal operation of computer networks or illegally gain access (i.e., hack) to the networks and the information contained within the network resources or attached equipment. • It is my responsibility to ensure that use of the network and Internet is consistent with student behavior and conduct guidelines and is not for personal financial gain. • I understand and agree that Rowan-Cabarrus may inspect, monitor or disclose Internet, electronic mail, and/or network activities when required by and constituted by law when there is substantiated reason to believe that violations of any federal, state or local law or any violation of Rowan-Cabarrus Community College policies or procedures have taken place. • It is my responsibility not to view, download, save, receive, or send material(s) related to or including: – Offensive content of any kind, including obscene material; – Discrimination on the basis of race, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, or disability; – Threatening or violent content or behavior; – Illegal activities; – Gambling; – Personal financial gain; – Forwarding email chain letters; – Spamming email accounts from Rowan- Cabarrus email services or company machines; – Dispersing corporate data to Rowan-Cabarrus customers or clients without authorization; – Personal use that states or implies Rowan- Cabarrus sponsorship or endorsement of its message. Rowan-Cabarrus has the right to review any materials stored on any system provided by the college and to edit and remove any materials. I hereby waive any right which I may otherwise have in and to such materials. Student Agreement Regarding Academic Testing Center Usage Upon signing the college application, the student accepts and agrees to abide by the Student Academic Testing Center Terms for Testing. Further, with this educational opportunity also comes responsibility, and the student concurs that: • Identification will be required for testing - driver’s license or picture ID. • Students must know course name and number, instructor’s name, and course type. • All books, book bags, and coats will be left in a specified location. • Disruptive devices (cell phones, beepers, etc.) are to be turned off and not used. • No notes, books or other supplemental materials will be permitted unless specifically stated on the College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 37 instructor’s “Conditions of Testing” form. • No discussion of any type will be permitted while testing. We are attempting to create a similar environment to in-class testing. • All tests will be taken in one sitting and returned to the Examiner/Proctor before leaving the Testing Center. • The Examiner/Proctor may consult the Testing Director or security if suspicious or questionable behavior is observed. The rules of student behavior and sanctions also apply to the Academic Testing Center. • Please see the Examiner/Proctor and/or the Testing Director if you have questions regarding this agreement or a testing concern before receiving the test. Campus Code of Conduct http://www.rccc.edu/onestop/618/code-of-conduct/ Campus Behavior Standards The college reserves the right to maintain a safe and orderly educational environment for students and staff. Therefore, when in the judgment of college officials, a student’s/patron’s conduct disrupts or threatens to disrupt the college community, appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken to restore and protect the well-being of the college community. Students are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with generally accepted standards of scholarship and morality. Community patrons are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the accepted standards of good citizenship in the state of North Carolina. The purpose of this code is not to restrict student or patron’s rights, but to protect the rights of individuals in their academic pursuits on the campus. 1. Academic Dishonesty (a). Academic Integrity: The college prohibits taking or acquiring possession of any academic material (test information, research papers, notes, etc.) from a member of the college staff or another Student without permission; receiving or giving help during tests; submitting papers or reports presented as the student’s original work that are not entirely the student’s own; not giving credit for others’ work. (b). Network Files: Rowan-Cabarrus network files are provided to students for academic work. These files are not private and are subject to review for compliance with the college’s acceptable use policy for technology, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, and general copyright law. 2. Behavior (a). Indecent Conduct: The college prohibits disorderly, lewd, or indecent conduct, including public physical or verbal action; language commonly considered offensive (not limited to, but including profanity); or distribution of obscene or libelous written or electronic material. (b).Violence: The College prohibits mental, psychological or physical abuse of any person (including sex offenses) on college premises or at college-sponsored or college-supervised functions, including verbal or physical actions that threaten or endanger the health or safety of any such persons or which promote hatred or prejudice. This includes fighting and or other disruptive behaviors, which includes any action or threat of action which endangers the peace, safety or orderly function of the college, its facilities or persons engaged in the business of the college. (c). Harassment: The college prohibits any act, comment, behavior, or clothing which is of a sexually suggestive, harassing, offensive, or intimidating nature. The college prohibits stalking, or behavior which in any way interferes with another student’s rights or an employee’s performance or created an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment. (This includes the display or navigation to pornography or other inappropriate websites and materials.) (d). Disruption: The college prohibits any intentional obstruction or interruption of teaching, research, administration, disciplinary proceedings or other college activities, including public service functions, and other duly authorized activities on college premises or at college-sponsored activity sites. (e). Failure to Comply: Refusal to adapt one’s behavior to instructions of college officials is prohibited. If, in the opinion of college officials, clothing or behaviors (including gang colors, signs or symbols) are threatening, intimidating or offensive in nature, sanctions may be imposed immediately. 3. Use of College Property (a). Purposeful Use of Campus Facilities: The college prohibits loitering without educational purpose or goal; therefore, individuals must be engaged in purposeful acts on campus which meet educational goals or in appropriate recreational and extracurricular activities. (b) Use by Unattended Minors: The college prohibits minors under the age of sixteen (16) from being on the campus unattended. Minors are not allowed in classrooms, labs, shops, learning resource center or other instructional areas without college authorization. Parents and guardians whether enrolled in college or as a community patron, must remain with the minor child at all times. Violators will be asked to leave the premises. Early College, emancipated minors and dual-enrolled students are exempt from this requirement. (c) Theft and Damage: The College prohibits theft of, misuse of, or harm to college property, or theft of or damage to property of a member of the college community or a campus visitor on college premises or at a college function. (d) Occupation or Seizure: The College prohibits occupation or seizure in any manner of college property, a college facility, or any portion thereof for a use inconsistent with prescribed, customary or authorized use. College Policies and Procedures ROWAN-CABARRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 38 (e). Presence on College Premises: The college prohibits unauthorized entry upon the college premises; unauthorized entry into a college facility or a portion thereof which has been restricted in use; unauthorized presence in a college facility after closing hours; or furnishing false information to gain entry on the college premises or into a college facility. (f). Assembly: The college prohibits participation in or conducting an informal or formal unauthorized gathering in a manner that threatens or causes injury to persons or property or that interferes with free access to, ingress or egress of college facilities, that is harmful, obstructive, or disruptive to the educational process or institutional functions of the college; or remaining at the scene of such an assembly after being asked to leave by a college official. (g). Fire Alarms: The college prohibits setting off a fire alarm or using or tampering with any fire safety equipment on college premises or at college-sponsored activity sites, except with reasonable belief in the need for such alarm or equipment. In the event of a fire alarm sounding, students MUST evacuate the building, unless otherwise directed by a college official. (h). Emergency Phones: The college prohibits the misuse of the emergency phones in college hallways in making false reports of emergen |
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