General catalog of Beaufort County Community College

              Beaufort County
Community College
College Catalog
2010-2011
Beaufort County
Community College
Post Offi ce Box 1069
Washington, NC 27889
Telephone 252-946-6194
www.beaufortccc.edu
Beaufort County Community College
is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
1866 Southern Lane
Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097
Telephone number 404-679-4501
to award associate degrees, diplomas, and certifi cates
Member of
American Association of Community Colleges
North Carolina Community College System
General Catalog
2010 - 2011
Volume 31
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Beaufort County Community College is an Affi rmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Section
504 Institution, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion,
national origin, or handicap.
If you believe you have been discriminated against, contact the following:
504 and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator
Phillip Price
Building 1, Room 208
252-940-6213
Affi rmative Action Offi cer
Pam Cummings
Building 1, Room 211
252-940-6204
Title IX Coordinator
Crystal Ange
Building 9, Room 919
252-940-6216
Students may also contact the Dean of Student Services.
Specifi c institutional policies pertaining to alcohol and drug usage, communicable
diseases, copyright (including computer software), sexual harassment, and smoking may
be reviewed in the President’s Offi ce and the Offi ce of Student Services.
Graduation/Completion rates are available in the Offi ce of the Registrar.
This catalog supersedes all previous catalogs. Information about programs, fees, and
regulations contained in earlier issues is now obsolete. The provisions of this publication
are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the student and Beaufort County
Community College. The College reserves the right to make changes in the regulations,
courses, fees, and other matters of policy and procedure as and when deemed necessary.
Every effort will be made to minimize the inconvenience such changes might create for
students.
Though accurate at the time of publication, information is subject to change. Please
contact College personnel if you have any questions.
Portions of this catalog were written by the North Carolina Community College System
(NCCCS) staff.
Revision History:
Version Number: 31.0
Version Date: July 1, 2005, June 15, 2006, January 24, 2007, May 14, 2008, May 14, 2009,
January 20, 2010, June 21, 2010.
Table of Contnets
Academic Calendar 2010 - 2011........................................................................................xi
General Information.............................................................................................................1
History of Beaufort County Community College................................................................1
BCCC Vision........................................................................................................................1
Mission Statement ...............................................................................................................1
Long-Range Goals................................................................................................................1
General Information.............................................................................................................2
Curriculum Programs...........................................................................................................2
Smoking/Tobacco Free Campus Policy...............................................................................4
Admissions..........................................................................................................................5
Huskins Bill Classes.............................................................................................................9
Dual Enrollment.................................................................................................................10
Fees and Expenses..............................................................................................................11
Distance Learning...............................................................................................................17
Bookstore...........................................................................................................................18
Campus Police....................................................................................................................18
Academic Policies..............................................................................................................19
Grading System..................................................................................................................19
Audit Credit........................................................................................................................20
Catalog of Record...............................................................................................................20
Cooperative Education.......................................................................................................20
Course Substitution............................................................................................................20
Credit Hour Load Policy....................................................................................................21
Repeating Course Work.....................................................................................................21
Advanced Standing.............................................................................................................21
Change in Course Study.....................................................................................................23
Withdrawal from the College.............................................................................................23
Drop-Add Policy................................................................................................................24
Academic Probation Policy................................................................................................24
Attendance Policy...............................................................................................................25
Licensing of Graduates.......................................................................................................26
Graduation Requirements...................................................................................................26
Developmental Education...................................................................................................27
Placement Testing...............................................................................................................28
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement............................................................................29
Student Services..................................................................................................................32
Registration........................................................................................................................32
Counseling Service.............................................................................................................32
Services for Students With Special Needs..........................................................................32
Academic Advising.............................................................................................................33
Testing Service....................................................................................................................33
Student Records and Privacy Rights...................................................................................33
Transfer to Senior Institutions............................................................................................34
Transcripts..........................................................................................................................34
Grade Reports......................................................................................................................34
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Student Support Services Project.......................................................................................35
Career Center......................................................................................................................35
Graduation Exercises..........................................................................................................35
Housing..............................................................................................................................35
Health................................................................................................................................36
Communicable Disease Policy...........................................................................................36
Student Center and Food Service.......................................................................................37
Awards...............................................................................................................................37
All A’s and Dean’s List.....................................................................................................37
Change of Name or Address...............................................................................................38
Guided Tours......................................................................................................................38
Information Service............................................................................................................38
Student Activities...............................................................................................................38
Beaufort County Community College................................................................................38
Student Government Association.......................................................................................38
Constitution.......................................................................................................................38
Social Life..........................................................................................................................44
Campus Watch...................................................................................................................44
College Colors....................................................................................................................44
Campus Regulations...........................................................................................................44
Alcohol/Drug Abuse Policy................................................................................................51
Weapons............................................................................................................................51
Cheating and Plagiarism.....................................................................................................52
Smoking, Eating, Drinking.................................................................................................52
Phone Calls.........................................................................................................................53
Lost and Found...................................................................................................................53
Inclement Weather..............................................................................................................53
Traffi c Regulations.............................................................................................................53
Emergency Evacuation.......................................................................................................54
Student Rights and Due Process.........................................................................................55
Financial Aid......................................................................................................................59
Award Decisions.................................................................................................................61
Veteran Affairs...................................................................................................................72
Curriculum Programs.........................................................................................................74
Associate in Arts................................................................................................................74
Associate in General Education.........................................................................................76
Associate in Science...........................................................................................................77
Accounting.........................................................................................................................79
Associate Degree Nursing..................................................................................................83
Automotive Systems Technology.......................................................................................85
Basic Law Enforcement Training......................................................................................90
Biotechnology....................................................................................................................91
Business Administration.....................................................................................................93
Community Spanish Facilitator..........................................................................................96
Computer Information Technology....................................................................................97
Computer Programming...................................................................................................102
Cosmetology....................................................................................................................106
Criminal Justice Technology............................................................................................110
Dental Assisting...............................................................................................................112
Early Childhood Education..............................................................................................113
School-Age Education......................................................................................................121
Electrical Engineering Technology..................................................................................123
Electronics Engineering Technology................................................................................127
General Occupational Technology...................................................................................131
Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology/Construction Equipment.........................132
Human Services Technology............................................................................................136
Mechanical Engineering Technology...............................................................................140
Mechanical Engineering Technology/Drafting and Design.............................................146
Medical Laboratory Technology......................................................................................152
Medical Offi ce Administration.........................................................................................154
Offi ce Administration.......................................................................................................157
Practical Nursing..............................................................................................................162
Welding Technology........................................................................................................163
Continuing Education Division........................................................................................172
General Information..........................................................................................................172
Nature of Courses.............................................................................................................172
Online Classes...................................................................................................................172
Admission Requirements..................................................................................................173
Customized Industry Training..........................................................................................175
Business and Industry Service Programs.........................................................................176
Small Business Assistance Program ................................................................................176
Occupational Extension ..................................................................................................176
Self-Supporting Program..................................................................................................177
Public Service Programs...................................................................................................177
Basic Skills Program........................................................................................................178
High School Equivalency Tests........................................................................................178
General Education Development (GED).........................................................................178
Human Resources Development Program (HRD)...........................................................179
The Continuing Education Unit.......................................................................................181
Course Descriptions.........................................................................................................182
Academic Related.............................................................................................................183
Accounting.......................................................................................................................183
Anthropology...................................................................................................................186
Art...................................................................................................................................187
Astronomy.......................................................................................................................187
Automotive......................................................................................................................189
Biology............................................................................................................................194
Biotechnology..................................................................................................................200
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Blueprint Reading.............................................................................................................201
Business ...........................................................................................................................201
Chemistry........................................................................................................................203
Information Systems.........................................................................................................205
Criminal Justice................................................................................................................206
Cooperative Education.....................................................................................................210
Communication.................................................................................................................213
Cosmetology....................................................................................................................213
Computer Science.............................................................................................................218
Computer Information Technolgoy..................................................................................220
Database...........................................................................................................................221
Design Drafting.................................................................................................................221
Drafting............................................................................................................................222
Drama/Theatre..................................................................................................................224
Economics.......................................................................................................................224
Education.........................................................................................................................225
Engineering......................................................................................................................234
Electrical..........................................................................................................................234
Electronics.......................................................................................................................236
English.............................................................................................................................238
French..............................................................................................................................244
Geography........................................................................................................................245
Health..............................................................................................................................245
Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology..................................................................245
History.............................................................................................................................247
Horticulture......................................................................................................................250
Human Services................................................................................................................253
Humanities.......................................................................................................................254
Hydraulics........................................................................................................................256
Industrial Science..............................................................................................................257
Machining........................................................................................................................257
Mathematics....................................................................................................................259
Mechanical......................................................................................................................268
Marketing........................................................................................................................269
Medical Laboratory Technology......................................................................................270
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................273
Music...............................................................................................................................274
Networking......................................................................................................................275
Networking Operating Systems........................................................................................276
Nursing............................................................................................................................277
Offi ce Administration.......................................................................................................281
Process Control Instrumentation......................................................................................286
Physical Education...........................................................................................................286
Philosophy.......................................................................................................................291
Physical Science...............................................................................................................291
Physics..............................................................................................................................292
Power Mechanics..............................................................................................................294
Political Science................................................................................................................295
Psychology......................................................................................................................296
Reading ...........................................................................................................................299
Religion............................................................................................................................299
Information Systems Security..........................................................................................300
Sociology..........................................................................................................................301
Spanish.............................................................................................................................303
Spanish Interpreter............................................................................................................305
Social Work......................................................................................................................305
Web Technologies...........................................................................................................305
Welding............................................................................................................................306
Organization.....................................................................................................................310
State of North Carolina Beaufort County Board of Commissioners................................310
Board of Trustees .............................................................................................................310
Administrative Offi ces......................................................................................................311
Faculty and Professional Staff..........................................................................................312
Beaufort County Community College Performance-Based Budgeting/Accountability
(Summer Term, 2010)......................................................................................................325
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Academic Calendar 2010 - 2011
Fall Semester 2010
August 16, 2010 Fall Late Registration
August 17, 2010 Semester Begins
September 6, 2010 Labor Day Holiday
October 11, 2010 Student/Faculty Vacation
TBA Last Day to Drop/No Penalty
November 2, 2010 Spring Registration/FWD
November 11, 2010 Veterans Day Holiday
November 24, 2010 Student/Faculty Vacation
November 25 - 26, 2010 Thanksgiving Holiday
December 14 - 17, 2010 Exams
December 17, 2010 Semester Ends
Spring Semester 2011
January 5, 2011 Spring Late Registration
January 6, 2011 Semester Begins
January 17, 2011 Holiday
March 3 - 4, 2011 Student/Faculty Vacation
TBA Last Day to Drop/No Penalty
April 7 - 8, 2011 Student/Faculty Vacation
April 25, 2011 Easter Holiday
April 26 - 27, 2011 Student/Faculty Vacation
May 6 - 11, 2011 Exams
May 11, 2011 Semester Ends
May 13, 2011 Graduation
Summer Term 2011
May 16, 2011 Summer Late Registration
May 17, 2011 Term Begins
May 30, 2011 Memorial Day Holiday
TBA Last Day to Drop/No Penalty
July 4, 2011 July Fourth Holiday
July 14, 2011 Exams
July 14, 2011 Term Ends
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General Information
History of Beaufort County Community College
Beaufort County Community College began with the operation of a practical nursing
program in 1949, under the direction of the State Vocational and Adult Education
Department. From 1962 to 1968, the College operated as extension units of Pitt and
Lenoir Community Colleges.
In December, 1967, the College was offi cially chartered as Beaufort County Technical
Institute. The vocational and technical programs of the College were complemented
by a college parallel program which opened in 1968 in conjunction with East Carolina
University. In 1979, community college status was granted, and since then, Beaufort
County Community College has functioned as a comprehensive community college
offering continuing education and awarding associate degrees, diplomas, and certifi cates.
BCCC Vision
Beaufort County Community College will continue to be an innovative community
leader, providing an open door to the future through educational opportunity, economic
development, and public service.
Mission Statement
Beaufort County Community College is a public comprehensive community college
committed to providing accessible and affordable quality education, effective teaching,
relevant training, and lifelong learning opportunities for the people served by the College.
Long-Range Goals
Provide a comprehensive education program focused on student learning and
excellence in teaching.
Maintain a positive learning environment for a diverse population.
Provide support services which enhance and encourage the potential for personal
and educational growth.
Offer opportunities for adults to master basic skills.
Promote the development of work force training and retraining.
Offer services to business and industry designed to enhance economic development.
Develop opportunities and services to enrich the quality of community life.
Seek and develop additional resources necessary to achieve the goals and objectives
of the College.
Utilize current technology in instructional and support areas.
Improve the services of the College through a continuous evaluation and revision of
goals and objectives, instruction, programs, and administrative organization.
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Curriculum Programs
•Associate Degree Programs
Associate in Arts (A.A.)
Associate in Science (A.S.)
Associate in General Education (A.G.E.)
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Accounting
Associate Degree Nursing
Automotive Systems Technology
Business Administration
Computer Information Technology
Computer Programming
Criminal Justice Technology
Early Childhood Education
Electrical Engineering Technology
Electronics Engineering Technology
General Occupational Technology
Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology/Construction Equipment
Human Services Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology/Drafting & Design
Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Offi ce Administration
Offi ce Administration
School-Age Education
Welding Technology
•Diploma Programs
Applied Electrical Principles
Applied Electronic Principles
Automotive Technology
Construction Equipment Systems
Cosmetology
Early Childhood
Human Services Technology
Machinist
Mechanical Drafting and Design
Practical Nursing
Transfer Core Diploma*
Welding Technology
•Certifi cate Programs
Automotive Technology
Automotive Technology (Engines and Brakes)
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Basic Drafting Technology
Basic Electrical Wiring Methods
Basic Electronics
Basic Law Enforcement Training
Basic Medical Offi ce
Basic Offi ce Skills
Business Administration
C++ Programming
CAD Operator
Community Spanish Facilitator
Computer Hardware Repair & Trouble Shooting
Construction Equipment Systems
Cosmetology Instructor
Early Childhood
Early Childhood Administration
Esthetics Technology
Federal Income Tax
General Accounting
Human Services Technology
Industrial Technology
Infant and Toddler
Machinist
Machinist (Advanced)
Manicuring/Nail Technology
Mechanical Drafting and Design
Network Support
School Age
Software Applications Specialist
Special Education
Visual Basic Programming
Web Development and Design
Welding Technology
Welding – Basic MIG/TIG
Welding – Basic Pipe
Welding – GTAW TIG (Plate/Pipe)
Welding – Stick and MIG
Welding – SMAW (Stick Plate/Pipe)
Word Processing Specialist
*A college may award a diploma under the A10100 or A10400 for completion of the
entire general education core as outlined.
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Smoking/Tobacco Free Campus Policy
Beaufort County Community College is committed to providing its employees and
students with a safe and healthful environment. Beaufort County Community College
also recognizes the use of tobacco products on campus grounds is detrimental to the
health and safety of students, staff, faculty, and visitors. Beaufort County Community
College also recognizes that it has the legal authority to prohibit tobacco use pursuant to
G.S. 143-599.
Therefore, Beaufort County Community College has set the following tobacco free
campus policy, to be implemented on August 1, 2010.
Use of tobacco is prohibited by students, staff, faculty or visitors:
• in all campus buildings, facilities and vehicles owned by Beaufort County
Community College;
• on campus grounds and property owned by Beaufort County Community
College:
• at lectures, conferences, meetings, social and cultural events held on school
property or school grounds.
• For the purposes of this policy, tobacco is defi ned as any type of tobacco product
including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, pipes, bidis, hookahs,
smokeless or spit tobacco or snuff.
Opportunities for cessation:
Administration will consult with county health department and other health organizations
to provide faculty, staff, and students with information and access to free programs and
services to help them abstain from the use of tobacco products.
Implementation & Compliance
• A campus committee shall develop a plan for communicating the policy with
students, staff, faculty and visitors and will insure appropriate campus signage.
• Smoking waste management products such as ashtrays shall be removed.
• Visitors who repeatedly violate the policy shall be asked to leave campus
• Staff and faculty who repeatedly violate the policy shall be referred to their
supervisor and shall be given tobacco cessation materials. Repeated violations
by staff or faculty can result in further personnel action.
• Enforcement of this policy for students shall include the provision of an oral
warning for the fi rst offense and a written for the second offense. The written
warning shall be fi led with the Dean of Student Services. The record shall be
purged three years from the date of the last incident. If a student is observed in
violation of this policy a third time, he/she may be disciplined by the Dean of
Student Services as a violation of the student conduct code.
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Admissions
Beaufort County Community College (BCCC) maintains an open door admission policy.
This policy provides admission to any person who has reached the age of 18 or whose
high school class has graduated. High school student applicants 16 years of age or older
may be admitted into credit and continuing education courses in accordance with the dual
enrollment policies adopted by the State of North Carolina. Admission to the College does
not imply immediate admission to the curriculum desired by the applicant. Placement
in certain programs is limited, and admission to a specifi c program of study is based on
guidelines developed to ensure the student’s chances of success in the program. Applicants
are admitted regardless of race, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, or political
affi liation. BCCC reserves the right to refuse admission to any student whose enrollment
or continued presence is considered to create a risk for campus safety or disruption of the
educational process.
A. General Admission Requirements:
1. An applicant must be a high school graduate or have a high school equivalency
certifi cate (GED). Applicants who are not high school graduates may arrange
to take the high school equivalency examination by contacting the Basic
Skills Offi ce in the Division of Continuing Education. Exceptions may be
made for certain programs. See Part B below for specifi cs.
2. Each applicant must submit a completed application for admission to the
BCCC Admissions Offi ce.
3. Each applicant must request that offi cial copies of transcripts of all previous
high school and college (if any) work be submitted directly to the BCCC
Admissions Offi ce. Applicants who have a GED should request that offi cial
scores be submitted.
4. All applicants, unless exempt, must take a placement examination.
5. Each applicant must meet with a counselor and/or academic advisor prior to
enrollment.
B. Exceptions to Requirements for General Admission:
1. A student may enroll as a special credit student without specifying an
educational objective. To be admitted, the special credit student needs only to
fi le an application. It is to the student’s advantage to declare an educational
objective and to complete all of the admission procedures as soon as possible
after enrollment. Special credit students are not eligible to receive fi nancial
aid or Veteran’s benefi ts, and must meet all prerequisite requirements for each
course enrolled.
2. A student may enroll in associate degree courses under special admission
without meeting all requirements for general admission. However, no more
than 12 credit hours may be earned without complying with the appropriate
admission requirements.
3. A student may enter a diploma or certifi cate program without being a high
school graduate or possessing an equivalency certifi cate unless required by a
specifi c program. (Students applying for fi nancial aid/veterans affairs benefi ts
will need a high school transcript or equivalency certifi cate on fi le in any case.)
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However, admission into the program will be based upon the individual’s
performance on the placement examination and/or prior experience in
the fi eld. In all cases, the fi nal entrance eligibility of the applicant will be
determined by the chair of the division in question.
4. An applicant who is a minor between the ages of 16 and 18 years may be
considered as a person with special needs and admitted to appropriate courses
or programs provided under these conditions:
(a) That the minor applicant has left the public schools no less than six
calendar months prior to the last day of regular registration of the
semester in the institution for which admission is sought.
(b) That the application of such minor is supported by a notarized petition
of the minor’s parents, legal guardian, or other person or agency having
legal custody and control of such minor applicant, which petition certifi es
the place of residence and date of birth of the minor, the parental or other
appropriate legal relationship of the petitioner to the minor applicant, and
the date on which the minor applicant left the public schools. However,
all or any part of the six-month waiting period may be waived by the
superintendent of the public schools of the administrative unit in which
the applicant resides.
(c) That such admission will not pre-empt College facilities and staff to such
an extent as to render the College unable to admit all applicants who
have graduated from high school or who are 18 years of age or older.
5. Selected high school students may be admitted under specifi c conditions:
(a) Be at least 16 years of age,
(b) Obtain written approval from his/her principal and superintendent, and
(c) Be enrolled in at least three courses at the high school or one-half of the
school day.
6. Exceptions not addressed in items 2-5 must be considered on a case-by-case
basis by the Admissions Committee. High school students should discuss
their interest in enrolling in the College with their principal before contacting
the College.
C. Requirements for Home School Graduates
Home school graduates must complete the following procedures prior to their
enrollment:
1. Home schooled students must provide evidence of attendance of a state
approved home school program. For North Carolina home school students,
this means that the home school administrator must have a school approval
number, a charter for the school, or anything that denotes approval from
the NC Department of Non-Public Instruction and provide copies of this
information with the application.
2. The home school administrator must submit an offi cial transcript from the
home school.
3. If the home school does not have the proper certifi cation, the student cannot
apply and register for classes at BCCC. Home school graduates without proper
certifi cation may enroll by obtaining the GED. The student may arrange to
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take the GED examination by contacting the BCCC Basic Skills Offi ce in the
Division of Continuing Education.
D. Requirements for Transfer Students
1. Complete general admission and graduation procedures.
2. Refer to “Advanced Standing” for instructions on transferring credit from
other institutions.
BCCC does not penalize a transfer student who is on probation from another
institution nor does the College practice provisional admission.
E. Additional Requirements for Allied Health Programs
Allied health programs have additional admission requirements. This is necessary
because these programs are limited in the number of students that can be admitted
each year.
Note: A clinical site may require a criminal background check and/or drug testing
prior to your participation in clinical training. If denied access to a clinical site,
the student shall not progress in the program due to the inability to complete the
clinical portion of the program.
Specifi c guidelines, requirements, and allied health applications for admission into
the allied health programs may be obtained from the Allied Health Admissions
Coordinator.
Minimum Requirements for Applicant Evaluation
1. Complete the Accuplacer Computerized Placement Test (CPT) with
scores meeting the minimums for the college or qualify for testing
waiver as outlined in the college catalog under Placement Testing.
Successful completion of the recommended developmental courses
(RED 090, ENG-090, MAT 060, MAT 070) will satisfy this requirement.
It is the responsibility of the student to submit verifi cation of test scores,
written approval of testing waiver, or transcript of developmental coursework
to the Admissions Offi ce.
2. *Have completed a high school or college chemistry course with a grade of
C or better. The Associate Degree Nursing Program requires this chemistry
to be completed within the past eight years. There is no chemistry time limit
for applicants with a Bachelors degree or an AAS degree in an approved
healthcare fi eld. There is no chemistry time limit for applicants to the Medical
Laboratory Technology Program.
3. Have high school transcript or offi cial GED report sent to BCCC (college
transcripts, if applicable).
4. A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required in specifi c allied health program curriculum
courses from all colleges and BCCC.
*Not required for Practical Nursing (PN)
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Application Deadlines
In addition to the general application to the college, a separate application
packet for an allied health program is required. Completed application packets are
taken and reviewd by appointment on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis with the
Allied Health Admissions Coordinator. Incomplete application packets will not be
considered.
Application Period
Nursing Programs August 1 - January 31
MLT Program August 1 - April 30
Evaluation Criteria
A point system will be used to determine applicant rank. Points are based on
academic performance, GPA, and chemistry grade (if applicable) of the applicant
Refer to the Allied Health Admissions Website or Nursing Programs Handbook
for a detailed explanation of the point system. Applicants who do not rank into the
program will be alternates and notifi ed according to the ranked order should space
become available.
Applicants are only accepted each year for the following academic year. Students
may reapply by updating their application with the Allied Health Admissions
Coordinator. Beaufort County Community College does not utilize a “waiting
list” for allied health programs.
Post Evaluation Requirements
These requirements are completed after a student has been evaluated for the
program and is notifi ed by the Admission’s Offi ce.
1. Attend a mandatory information session with the allied health program
faculty and the Allied Health Admissions Coordinator. Notifi cation of
available sessions will be based on weighted ranking of candidates that have
completed all the above requirements.
2. Submit a physical examination report. (Use BCCC Physical Form)
3. Submit required documentation of screening and vaccines related to
communicable diseases. (BCCC Physical Form)
4. Submit proof of current CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) infant,
child, and adult resuscitation, as well as the use of automated external
defi brillators (AED’s). (Not required for MLT)
F. Additional Requirements for Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)
Enrollment is restricted to applicants who meet the following criteria:
1. Be at least 20 years of age;
2. Possess a high school diploma or equivalency (GED);
3. Have a valid North Carolina driver’s license;
4. Pass a medical examination (form will be provided);
5. Obtain recommendation from a local law enforcement agency;
6. Schedule an appointment with the Director of Basic Law Enforcement
Training for interview and registration.
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G. Readmission
Curriculum students who have withdrawn in good academic standing may apply
for readmission through normal registration procedures. If the application for
readmission is for a different curriculum, standard admission requirements for
new students will apply. There are specifi c additional guidelines for reentry into
the health curriculums. These guidelines may be obtained from the Admissions
Offi ce.
To be eligible for registration, the student must meet the following requirements:
(a) Update their application
(b) Participate in an interview with an admissions counselor.
(c) Be assigned a faculty advisor.
(d) Satisfy all outstanding obligations to the College.
Readmission applications for students who have been suspended for disciplinary reasons
will not be considered until the period of suspension has been completed. After the
suspension period, readmission will be secured as stated above in requirements (a)
through (d).
Huskins Bill Classes
Beaufort County Community College offers Huskins Bill classes to qualifi ed
students at participating area high schools. The objectives of these programs are:
1. To provide a program for the benefi t of selected high school students by
providing college level educational opportunities not otherwise available;
2. To enhance the motivation and achievement of students who participate in
the program; and
3. To improve the equalization of opportunities among high schools
throughout the state by offering advanced and special courses, which are
both college level and for college credit.
Huskins Bill classes may be offered only under a specifi c agreement between the Board
of Trustees of the College and the local Board of Education. All such agreements must be
approved by the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges.
The Huskins Bill authorizes programs for “qualifi ed high school students.” For the
purpose of developing cooperative program agreements between high schools and
community colleges, the wording “qualifi ed high school students” is defi ned as
students in grades nine through twelve who have achieved a level of academic and
social maturity necessary to perform successfully in college credit courses and who
have also been recommended by their principal for enrollment. There must also be
mutual agreement between the two systems to defi ne the criteria for student selection.
Students seeking to enroll in Huskins Bill classes must satisfy college prerequisites and
take all placement tests.
Major and selected general education courses from the Common Course Library (CCL) of
the North Carolina Community College System are eligible for inclusion in Cooperative
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Program Agreements between community college boards of trustees and local boards of
education.
College credit will be awarded upon successful completion of course work. High school
credit may be awarded upon successful completion and will be based on credit hour
equivalencies determined by the L.E.A.
No courses which are specifi cally required for high school graduation (Minimum Admission
Requirements [MAR]) are eligible to be offered under the Huskins Bill.
Students enrolled in Huskins Bill classes may be required to purchase textbooks but are
not required to pay tuition.
Final examinations are required by the College. Local high school policies on exemptions
from fi nal examinations will not apply.
Dual Enrollment
For many years, high school students have participated in community college courses
through “dual” or “concurrent” enrollment. Such enrollments are used as vehicles for the
enrollment of advanced high school students in college level courses while still in high school.
Junior and senior public, private, and home-schooled high school students who are
at least 16 years of age, may enroll in college courses tuition free if offi cial written
permission is obtained from their high school principal and chief administrative
school offi cer (superintendent)subject to NC Administrative Code and the guidelines
approved by the State Board of Community Colleges and published in the Operating
Procedures for the Enrollment of high school students in community college courses.
Home schooled students must provide evidence of attendance of a state approved home
school program. For North Carolina home school students, this means that the home school
administrator must have a school approval number, a charter for the school, or anything that
denotes approval from the NC Department of Non-Public Instruction and provide copies
of this information with the application and dual enrollment form. If the home school does
not have the proper certifi cation, the student cannot apply and register for dual enrollment
classes at BCCC.
Students can obtain a petition for dual enrollment from their guidance counselor
or the BCCC Admissions Offi ce. This permission must be forwarded to the
Admissions Offi ce. Curriculum work may apply to graduation requirements at
BCCC. Courses taken in the College Transfer Associate in Arts or Associate in
Science degree curriculums are transferable to most four-year senior colleges and
universities in North Carolina. High school students may also enroll concurrently in
continuing education courses. However, applicable registration fees may be required.
The State Board of Community Colleges’ policy regarding dual enrollment as cited in
General Information
NCAC 2C.0301 permits high school students to enroll in a community college course
under the following conditions.
1. must be at least 16 years of age, and,
2. must be recommended by the chief administrative public school offi cer and
approved by the president of the community college; and,
3. must obtain certifi cation from the principal that the student while enrolled at the
college, is also enrolled at the high school, is taking the equivalent of at least one-half
of a full-time schedule and is making appropriate progress toward high school
graduation, or is attending one-half of the school day, and is making appropriate
progress toward graduation; or (in the case of courses offered in the summer) must
certify that such student took at least three (3) high school courses or attended one-half
of the school day during the preceding year and made appropriate progress
toward graduation.
4. must achieve required placement scores.
Dual enrollment provides for “mainstreaming” advanced high school students into existing
community college courses. This program is in addition to the Huskins Bill program.
Dual enrollment should be used by local school and college offi cials to provide for any
cooperative programming which does not require establishing a separate course section for
high school students. The enrollment of high school students cannot displace adult college
students.
While the community college should not be used to supplant any regular high school
programs, including summer school, it is reasonable and appropriate to permit dual
enrollment of selected high school students, as long as the coursework is college level,
non-remedial, and not regularly offered by the high school.
Fees and Expenses
Beaufort County Community College receives fi nancial support from local, state, and
federal sources, allowing each student an educational opportunity at minimum cost.
Tuition rates are set by the North Carolina General Assembly and the State Board of
Community Colleges, and other fees are established by the Board of Trustees of Beaufort
County Community College. The total expense consists of tuition, student activity fee,
textbooks, technical fee, supplies and materials, uniforms, and malpractice insurance, if
applicable. The cost of textbooks, supplies and materials, and uniforms varies according
to the curriculum. All tuition and fees must be paid in full on registration day. Students
who will be attending school on a scholarship or are being assisted by a private individual,
company, club, or state agency should consult the section on College Expenses Paid By
Outside Agencies to determine the information that must be furnished to the Business
Offi ce prior to registration. Students who are in need of fi nancial assistance should consult
the section on Financial Aid. The tuition schedule and all other fees are explained below.
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Tuition
All students are charged tuition according to the following schedule.
N.C. Resident
1 to 15 Semester Credit Hours $56.50 per semester hour
16 Semester Credit Hours and Over $904.00 per semester
Out-of-State
1 to 15 Semester Credit Hours $248.50 per semester hour
16 Semester Credit Hours and Over $3,976.00 per semester
Note: These rates are subject to change by action of the General Assembly.
Student Activity Fee
The Student Activity Fee is based upon the number of credit hours for which a
student is enrolled ($1.00 per credit hour) with a maximum of $16.00 per semester.
The funds collected by the activity fee are used to support social and athletic
functions, special academic projects, cultural events, clubs, health- and diversity-related
activities, accident insurance, graduation, and other student related activities.
Technology Fee
The Curriculum technology fee is based upon the number of credit hours for which a
student is enrolled ($1.00 per credit hour) with a maximum of $16.00 per semester. The
Continuing Education Technology fee is based upon a fl at fee of $5.00 per Occupational
Extension computer course. The funds collected by the technology fee are used to support
the cost associated with technology initiatives on our campus including computer labs,
student email, and other related student technology initiatives.
Graduation Fee
The graduation fee covers the costs of the diploma or degree, cap and gown, and other
graduation expenses. In order for a student to receive a diploma or degree and/or attend
the graducation ceremony, the student must apply for graduation and pay the graduation
fee. The graduation fee will be due and payable to the Business Offi ce once a student has
applied for graduation. The student should be sure he/she is eligible to graduate before
applying.
Textbooks and Supplies
The cost of textbooks and supplies varies according to the curriculum but averages about
$300 per semester for a full-time student. Textbooks may be purchased from the bookstore
on campus.
Uniforms
Uniforms are necessary for the Associate Degree Nursing, Nursing Assistant, Medical
Laboratory Technology, Practical Nursing, and Cosmetology programs. Uniforms are
purchased by the student.
General Information
Malpractice Insurance
Students enrolled in Associate Degree Nursing, Human Services Technology, Practical
Nursing, Nursing Assistant, or Medical Laboratory Technology must purchase malpractice
insurance. The Student Liability Insurance Program provides coverage at a minimum cost
and is available through the College.
Refund Policy
1. A 100 percent refund shall be made if the student offi cially withdraws prior to the
fi rst day of class(es) of the academic semester as noted in the College calendar. Also,
a student is eligible for a 100 percent refund if the class in which the student is offi cially
registered fails to “make” due to insuffi cient enrollment.
2. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student offi cially withdraws from the class(es)
prior to or on the offi cial 10 percent point of the semester.
3. For classes beginning at times other than the fi rst week (seven calendar days) of the
semester a 100 percent refund shall be made if the student offi cially withdraws from the
class prior to the fi rst class meeting. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student
offi cially withdraws from the class prior to or on the 10 percent point of the class.
4. For contact hour classes, 10 calendar days from the fi rst day of the class(es) is the
determination date.
5. Student activity fees are not refundable unless a course or curriculum fails to materialize
due to no fault of the student.
College Expenses Paid by Outside Agencies
Students who will have their expenses paid by a private individual, company, club, state
agency, etc., must provide the Business Offi ce with a letter of authorization prior to
registration. Until the Business Offi ce has this authorization in writing, the student will
not be allowed to charge his/her fees. The authorization should contain the following:
1. Name and address of the sponsor,
2. Person to contact,
3. Name of the recipient,
4. Period of time covered,
5. Names of students and what is covered by the authorization (tuition, activity
fee, books, graduation fee, uniforms, malpractice insurance, etc.), and
6. Method by which payment will be made to the College.
If the sponsor makes payment directly to the recipient, the Business Offi ce does not need
a letter of authorization.
Resident Status of Out-of-State Students
The tuition charge for persons who have been legal residents of North Carolina for at least
12 months is less than for non-residents. Out-of-state students are admitted under the same
regulations as others except for tuition charged.
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I. General
To qualify for in-state tuition a legal resident must have maintained living quarters
in North Carolina for at least twelve months immediately prior to classifi cation as
a resident for tuition purposes. G.S. 116-143.1 of the N.C. State Statutes covers
the requirements for determining resident status for tuition purposes. In order to
be eligible for such classifi cation, the individual must establish that presence in
the state during the twelve-month period was for the purpose of maintaining or
establishing a home. The establishment of a residence solely for tuition purposes
is unacceptable. The burden of establishing facts which justify classifi cation
of a student as a resident entitled to in-state tuition rates is on the applicant.
Decisions by school offi cials will be based on the requirements of the General
Statutes of North Carolina and the regulations specifi ed in a Manual to Assist the
Public Higher Education Institutions for North Carolina in the Matter of Student
Residence Classifi cation for Tuition Purposes. The residency status form is part of
the application; however, applicants will be required to complete a more in-depth
form if additional information is needed.
II. Burden of Proof
The burden of establishing facts which justify classifi cation of a minor student as
a resident entitled to in-state tuition is on the individual seeking enrollment. Proof
is controlled by two laws:
A. If the parents or guardians of the minor student are not legal residents, the
student will likewise be considered a non-resident. The student must assume
the burden of proving otherwise by showing evidence that he/she independently
established a residence in North Carolina.
B. If the parents of the minor student are legal residents of North Carolina, such
fact shall be suffi cient proof of residence. If the student has neither parents nor
legal guardians, this clause does not apply.
III. Military Personnel
The residence of a person employed by the federal government is not necessarily
affected by assignment in or out of North Carolina. No person shall lose his/her
in-state status by serving the armed forces outside North Carolina.
IV. Change of Status
A student admitted to initial enrollment in an institution will be classifi ed by that
institution for tuition purposes before actual enrollment. A residence classifi cation
once assigned may be changed thereafter only at intervals corresponding with the
primary divisions of the academic calendar. The same is true if the student re-enrolls
following an absence from the college program which involved a formal
withdrawal from enrollment.
V. Property and Taxes
Ownership of property in or payments of taxes to the State of North Carolina
apart from legal residence will not qualify one for in-state tuition.
VI. Responsibility of Student
Any student or prospective student who is in doubt as to his/her residence
classifi cation bears the responsibility of securing a ruling by stating his/her
General Information General Information
case in writing to the Admissions Offi cer. A student who secures a change in
residency status bears the responsibility of immediately informing the Offi ce of
Admissions.
VII. Appeals of Ruling of Admissions Offi ce
A student appeal of a classifi cation decision may be fi led in writing by the student
with the Admissions Offi cer. The appeal will be transmitted to the Admissions
Committee by that offi cer who will not vote in that committee on the appeal.
The student will be notifi ed of the date set for consideration of the appeal and,
on request of the student, he/she will be afforded an opportunity to appear and be
heard. The student may appeal the committee’s decision to the State Residence
Committee by fi ling his/her appeal in writing to the chairperson of the Admissions
Committee within ten days.
International Students
International students must meet all Beaufort County Community College admissions
requirements and are required to observe the regulations of the United States Citizenship
and Immigration Service (USCIS), as well as the College. Persons holding student visas
cannot be classifi ed as North Carolina residents for tuition purposes and will be required
to pay out-of-state tuition. Legal residents with permanent visas (Alien Registration card
holders) are admitted to BCCC under the same residentiary criteria and burden of proof
required of United States citizens.
Most visas are acceptable. Applicants who hold a visitor’s visa (B) or (J) are not eligible to
enroll in curriculum programs. For more information on international student admissions,
contact the BCCC Admissions Offi ce.
Learning Resources
The Learning Resources Center (LRC) at BCCC includes Media/Graphics, Audiovisuals/
Electronic Distance Learning, and the Library. The purpose of the Learning Resources
Center is to enrich the teaching/learning process of the College and the community by
providing resources, instructional support, equipment, and qualifi ed staff.
Library
The Library, located in Building 5, provides resources and services that support, facilitate,
and enhance the information and learning needs of the college community. The collection
consists of print and non-print materials in diverse formats. These resources include books,
periodicals, newspapers, audiovisual materials, microforms, and access to online sources.
Services Available in the Library
• CCLINC-an online access to a combined collection of several North Carolina
community college library holdings.
• NCLIVE (North Carolina Libraries in Virtual Education)-a statewide electronic
library project that provides access to multiple resources including:
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E-Books & Audiobooks Encyclopedias
Newpapers Images & Maps
Primary Source Documents PBS Videos
Test Preparation Magazines & Journals
Tools for Readers
• Assistive Technology is available for the hearing and visually impaired.
• ILL (Interlibrary Loan) – via computers and electronic transmissions, BCCC
Library has the capability to borrow from and lend to various libraries through-out
the United States. Materials available through this service include books and
periodicals.
• DVD Collection – more than 700 curriculum and popular DVD can be checked
out from the library.
• Computer Lab and full Internet access
• A copy machine, a fax machine, and a scanner are available for patron use.
• Wireless laptops are available for use in the library.
Patrons using the BCCC library must complete application cards and present proper
identifi cation before using the computers and checking out materials. Reference materials,
newspapers, magazines, journals, and microfi lm may be used in the library.
Library Hours
Monday – Thursday 8 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Library hours are subject to change during holidays or summer term. For additional
information call 252-940-6282 or Fax 252-946-9575.
Media Graphics Department
The Media/Graphics Department provides support for faculty, staff, and students. Desktop
publishing, presentations, signs, brochures, fl yers, transparencies, digital photography,
videography, and web page development are some of the many services offered in this area.
Training for instructors in multi-media presentations and online course design is available
upon request.
Audiovisual Department
Audiovisual support for faculty, staff, and students is available through the AV Department.
Services include:
• audiovisual equipment needs for the instructional classroom.
• computer/data projection devices for instruction.
• technical and AV equipment needs/services for functions held at the College.
General Information
Distance Learning
Distance Learning at BCCC includes videoconferencing, online and hybrid courses.
Continuing Education offers online courses via Education2Go. Beaufort County Community
College provides courses for people who want to continue their education but cannot attend
classes on a traditional schedule. The admission requirements, placement scores, methods
of evaluations and other conditions of elibibility art consistent with the state requirements
for curriculum courses.
• Video Conferencing – North Carolina Information Highway classroom
(NCIH) – NCIH Teleclassrooms provide a video and audio interactive learning
environment between two to fi ve classrooms simultaneously.
• Beaufort College Academy (BCA) – The Beaufort College Academy is an unique
opportunity for area high school students to earn a signafi cant amount of college
credit, tuition free.
• Online Courses – BCCC offers curriculum online courses via the Internet.
Curriculum distance learning courses are equivalent to the on campus sections of
the same courses in terms of objectives, contact hours, rigor, and transferability.
• Hybrid Courses – The classes can be defi ned as instruction that mixes face-to-face
classroom learning with distance education methods. Students taking hybrid
courses will be required to spend time on campus and will be required to access
their course online. A textbook and/or specifi c course material may be required. A
computer lab in the Library is available for online courses.
• Web-Enhanced Courses – Courses that are traditional face-to-face classes that
are augmented with online components. For example, students may check grades
or view a syllabus online. Unlike hybrid courses, web-enhanced classes continue
to hold all of their meetings on-campus.
The goals of distance education at BCCC include:
• Making educational opportunities more fl exible
• Increasing student access by making courses easily available
• Increasing student access by making courses available in alternative formats
• Increasing independence in student learning
• Meeting the needs of local employers
• Increasing access to new audiences
• Reducing college per-student costs
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The Division of Continuing Education offers online courses through Education To
Go. Courses are designed to meet students’ needs and interests by enabling learners to
take classes in the comfort of their own homes. Easy access to online courses offers the
opportunity for adult learners to take courses at their convenience without traveling to
campus.
Bookstore
The College operates a bookstore for the convenience of its students and faculty. All
textbooks, instruments, and supplies necessary in the academic programs of the College
are available for purchase. The bookstore is operated under the direction of the Dean of
Administrative Services. A schedule is posted on the door to show when the bookstore is
open.
Campus Police
The BCCC Campus Police is a sanctioned, full-service law enforcement agency. Campus
police offi cers have full powers of arrest within the jurisdictional area of the campus. They
receive their agency commission status and authority via General Statute (G.S. 115D.21.1).
Campus Police offi cers provide many services to the campus community that promote
safety and security awareness. The Campus Police offi ce is located in Building 1, Room
210, and can be reached by phone at 252-940-6444 or 252-943-8721.
General Information
Academic Policies
Grading System
Final grades will be issued at the end of each semester. Grading the performance of
students in course work is the responsibility of individual faculty members. Specifi c
grading procedures, including a numerical scale, will be stated in each course syllabus.
Divisional chairs are responsible for ensuring that grading policies are consistent within
each division.
Letter Grade Points
A Excellent 4
B Very Good 3
C Satisfactory 2
D Poor 1
F Failing 0
AU Audit
CE Credit by Examination
I Incomplete
P Pass
R Re-enroll
W Withdrawal
IP In Progress
WF Withdrawal Failing
NA Never Attended
Incompletes are assigned when a student fails to complete the work for a course due to
unavoidable reasons. An incomplete which is not removed by the end of the next term
becomes an F. The IP, R, and WF grades are used only for developmental classes.
Computation of Grade Point Average (GPA)
The letter grade in each curriculum course will be converted to a quality point equivalent.
The quality points are then multiplied by the semester hours. The total quality points are
then divided by the total hours to give the grade point average. Example:
Quality Quality
Class Grade Points Credit Points
ENG 111 A 4.0 x 3 = 12
BIO 163 B 3.0 x 5 = 15
PSY 150 C 2.0 x 3 = 6
Total 11 Total 33
Divide: 33/11 = 3.00 (GPA)
*Note: GPA will vary if student takes developmental courses, receives credit by exam, or
pass grade.
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Audit Credit
Persons wishing to attend classes without earning credit may do so by registering as an
audit student. The normal application and registration procedures must be followed. The
level of an auditor’s participation in a class will be determined by the instructor and student
at the beginning of the semester. Students auditing courses will be charged according to the
published tuition rates. A student may repeat an audited course once within fi ve (5) years.
Catalog of Record
A student who is in continuous attendance (summer term excepted) may graduate under
the provisions of the catalog in effect on the date of entry, or choose the requirements of a
subsequently revised issue. A student who is not in continuous attendance must graduate
under provisions of the catalog in effect on the last re-entry date, or a subsequent issue.
Cooperative Education
Cooperative education is designed to enable students to earn college credit for working
on a job that is a learning experience and that is related to the curriculum in which they
are enrolled. The on-the-job training is a vital component to the total learning experience,
supplementing theory learned in the classroom. Job sites become laboratories where
classroom concepts can be utilized and tested. Cooperative education is open to students in
certain programs. College personnel will assist the student in securing a job that meets the
criteria for eligibility. A student may also use the job in which he/she is presently employed
if this job meets specifi ed criteria. Numerous advantages accrue from such an approach
to learning: career direction and fi nancial assistance for participating students, a source of
manpower for employers, and an avenue to better relate the College to the community. A
student may earn cooperative education credit according to approved curriculum standards
for his/her curriculum. Students should check with their advisor and/or the cooperative
education coordinator for information on those guidelines.
Course Substitution
Students may substitute comparable higher level general education courses in A.A.S.
degree programs if the faculty advisor and placement tests indicate success potential.
Students desiring to substitute higher level general education courses should inform their
advisor at the time of registration.
Substitution of one course for another may be considered when the action is in the best
interest of the student and the substitution supports the educational goals and objectives of
the student. Course substitutions must be approved by the lead instructor, division chair,
and Dean of Instruction.
Credit Hour Load Policy
Students registering for more than 21 credit hours (more than 16 credit hours for summer
term) must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and the permission of their advisor and
the Dean of Instruction. Any student enrolled in two or more colleges concurrently during
a semester shall give each college complete enrollment information including the name
of each college enrolled, the number of credit hours taken, the class schedules, and other
relevant information.
Any student who exceeds 21 credit hours during a semester without prior approval of
the home college or fails to give complete and accurate enrollment information shall be
prohibited from taking courses at any community college for one academic year.
Repeating Course Work
A student who has previously passed a curriculum course with a grade of C or better may
repeat that course once within fi ve years. Additional repeats of courses must be approved
by the appropriate chairperson and the Dean of Instruction. No course may be counted
more than once in determining the total number of semester hours credit for graduation.
In all cases of repeated courses, the fi nal grade becomes the grade for the course. Any
required course in which an F is received must be repeated and passed before the student
can graduate.
Advanced Standing
Transfer Credit from Other Institutions
All requests for transfer credit should be made before enrolling at Beaufort County
Community College.
All students desiring to have credits transferred from another post secondary institution to
Beaufort County Community College must submit an offi cial transcript to the Admissions
Offi ce. Transcripts from other post secondary institutions should be submitted no later than
six weeks into the term in which they are enrolled. Only those courses with a grade of C or
higher will be considered for transfer credit and must be equivalent in content and credit
hours to the course(s) within the curriculum that the student is entering. Transcripts from
regionally accredited institutions will be reviewed and transfer credit recommended by the
appropriate faculty. The decision as to whether any transfer credit will be allowed, and if
so, how much transfer credit will be allowed and how such transfer credit will be applied,
are discretionary on the part of the College.
In order to obtain transfer credit evaluations, the student must supply the College with the
appropriate transcripts as well as course descriptions or catalogs if the College requests
them. The transcript will then be evaluated by the faculty and Dean of Instruction. Upon
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completion of the process, the student will be provided with a copy of the evaluation.
Any transfer student who possess an associate or baccalaureate degree from a regionally
accredited college will have satisfi ed the General Education and student success/orientation
requirements for all Associate in Applied Science degree programs.
Credit by Examination
Under certain conditions, a student may be awarded credit by taking a series of
departmental profi ciency examinations and/or standardized tests in a particular subject
area. Applications for credit by examination should be completed at least two weeks prior
to the test administration. A student is eligible to take only one examination per course.
A student seeking credit by examination must follow this procedure:
1. Make application for Credit by Examination, giving evidence of adequate
preparation for the examination. (Use Request for Special Examination
form).
2. Obtain approval of instructor and division chair.
3. Register and pay fees for the course.
4. Take the examination within the fi rst two weeks of the semester.
The course number, the number of credit hours, and the grade CE (credit by examination) will
be entered on the student’s record. Tuition paid for a challenged course is non-refundable.
A student who has registered for a course (including for audit) and has been a member of
the class for more than two weeks will no longer be eligible for credit by examination for
that course.
Military Credit
The College grants credit where applicable for military service schools in accordance with
the recommendations of the American Council on Education’s Guide to the Evaluation
of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services. Recommended credit must be
consistent with the requirements and objectives of a curriculum in order to be granted.
Students wishing to have military school records evaluated for credit should contact the
Registrar to determine the appropriate military document required. Upon receipt of the
required document, the Registrar will forward the information to the appropriate faculty
for evaluation. Questions concerning credit for military schools should be directed to the
Registrar.
Any student who has completed Basic Training may present certifi cation by DD 214 or DD
295 and receive credit for HEA 110 Personal Health/Wellness and PED 111 Physical Fitness.
Certifi cation must be presented to the Chairperson of the Arts and Sciences Division.
College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Credit
CLEP is a program that offers the student the opportunity to earn college credit for knowledge
acquired outside the conventional classroom. College-level competency may have been
acquired through personal reading, formal study, job experience, non-credit course work,
television-taped courses, correspondence courses, military training, adult courses, and
advanced studies in high school. Contact the Admissions Offi ce for information regarding
the CLEP Testing Program.
Advanced Placement (AP) Credit
The College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) sponsors an advanced placement
program that enables high school students to complete college-level courses while still
in high school, to demonstrate college-level achievement through examinations, and to
receive college course credit when they matriculate to an institution of higher education.
The CEEB examinations are offered in the high schools by the Educational Testing Service
(ETS). Questions concerning score requirements and credit should be directed to the
Registrar.
Tech Prep Advanced Placement
Graduates of school systems which have current Tech Prep Articulation agreements with
Beaufort County Community College are eligible to apply for advanced placement upon the
recommendations of their high school instructors. Details concerning specifi c requirements
are available from counselors at the high school or the Offi ce of Admissions at Beaufort
County Community College.
Change in Course Study
Students who wish to change their program of study must complete appropriate forms from
the Registrar’s Offi ce and will be effective the following semester. The chairperson of the
receiving division has the prerogative to stipulate conditions for approving change. These
will be communicated to the student and Dean of Student Services.
Withdrawal from the College
Prior to the published last date to withdraw without penalty, a student may withdraw from
school and receive the grade of W for courses in which he/she is enrolled. After that date,
a student withdrawing from school shall receive a grade of F for all classes unless, in the
judgment of the student’s instructors and academic advisor, the need to withdraw was
caused by circumstances beyond the student’s control.
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Drop-Add Policy
Class Entry
Students who have registered and paid their fees must enter class during the designated
drop-add period. Any student who has not registered or attended class before the drop/add
period ends will have to obtain the instructor’s written permission to enter class.
Drop/Add/Withdrawal
Courses may be added only during the period designated in the College calendar. After the
drop-add period, no course may be added without the instructor’s approval. Students who
fi nd it necessary to add or drop a course or to withdraw completely from the college should
secure a drop/add form from the Registrar’s Offi ce. Students who register early for classes
with pre-requisites must withdraw from those classes if they do not meet the pre-requisites
(i.e. students must pass BIO 165 in order to remain in BIO 166). Students who do not
withdraw will be dropped from the class.
In order to add a course, a student must complete the following steps:
1. Complete all required information on the drop/add form.
2. Have the instructor initial the completed form.
3. Have the academic advisor sign the completed form.
4. Return the form to the Registrar’s Offi ce for fi nal processing.
In order to drop a course, a student must complete the following steps*:
1. Complete all required information on the drop/add form.
2. Have the instructor initial the completed form.
3. Have the academic advisor sign the completed form.
4. Return the form to the Registrar’s Offi ce for fi nal processing.
In order to withdraw from school, a student must complete the following steps:
1. Complete all required information on the drop/add form.
2. Have the advisor and a member of the counseling staff sign the completed form.
(Students receiving fi nancial aid must see the Financial Aid Offi cer.)
3. Return the completed form to the Registrar’s Offi ce for fi nal processing, which
includes checking for student restrictions..
*A student may not drop a class after the published last day to drop without penalty for
reasons other than those of documented medical or other emergency. The student must also
obtain the permission of both the academic advisor and appropriate course instructor(s).
Academic Probation Policy
The policy governing academic performance at Beaufort County Community College is
intended to assist the student in successfully completing a chosen program of study. Since
a 2.00 grade point average is required for graduation in all programs, a student is expected
to maintain this average in order to be considered in good academic standing. Any student
who falls below the graduation requirements of a 2.00 grade point average will be required
to have periodic counseling. A period of adjustment is sometimes necessary for entering
students. In recognition of this adjustment period, the following scale will be used to
determine satisfactory progress toward an acceptable academic standing:
Hours Attempted in Program Grade Point Average
0-12 1.00
13-24 1.50
25-36 1.75
37 and above 2.00
Any student who fails to achieve the necessary grade point average as prescribed above
will be placed on academic probation for the following semester. During the drop-add
period, the student will meet with his/her faculty advisor and a counselor to review the
student’s program of study. The faculty advisor and a counselor will recommend a reduced
course load, remedial work, or a solution in keeping with the problem which caused the
academic defi ciency.
Students who fail to raise their cumulative grade point average to the prescribed average
at the end of the semester of academic probation will be asked to leave the College for
one semester, register as a part-time student, and/or change to an alternate curriculum. A
change to an alternate curriculum requires the approval of the Offi ce of Student Services
and the chairperson of the division to which the student is transferring.
Some curriculums and students receiving fi nancial aid require academic standards in
addition to the above. The standards are published and distributed to students upon entry
into that curriculum. It is the student’s responsibility to become familiar with written
policy.
Grade (quality) point calculations for probation are made at the end of each semester
and each summer term. A student shall be placed on academic probation if the minimum
scholarship requirements are not met.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to attend all classes, laboratories, and shop sessions. They have full
responsibility for accounting to their instructors for absences. Instructors have authority
to drop students who have missed 10% of the classes as well as the authority to determine
whether students shall be reinstated. If a student is dropped from a course he/she must fi le a
completed drop-add form in the Registrar’s Offi ce on or before the last day to drop without
penalty in order to avoid receiving a failing grade for that course. Attendance for distance
learning students is calculated according to required assignments and a specifi ed level of
contact as determined by the instructor.
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Student Classifi cation
Full-time Student One who is registered for 12 or more credit hours
(9 hours during summer).
Part-time Student One who is registered for less than 12 credit hours
(9 hours during summer)
Special Student Any student who is not seeking a certifi cate,
diploma, or degree. This classifi cation includes
those who audit.
Freshman One who has completed less than 38 credit hours in
a two–year program or one who is enrolled in a
one-year program
Sophomore One who has completed 38 or more credit hours in
a two–year program.
Licensing of Graduates
Beaufort County Community College is an educational institution and assumes no
responsibility for the licensing of its graduates. Students convicted of a felony or any other
crimes involving moral turpitude may not be recognized by the proper licensing agency.
Graduation Requirements
Students must apply for graduation one semester prior to the semester in which they expect
to complete their work. Application must be made through the Registrar’s Offi ce.
In order to be eligible for graduation, a student must complete all prescribed courses for
the curriculum. Students must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA)
of 2.00. Grade point averages are calculated by dividing the total number of grade points
earned by the total number of credit hours attempted. Courses used in this calculation are
those completed at Beaufort County Community College that are listed in the student’s
curriculum outline as minimum requirements and additional courses/substitutions approved
by the appropriate lead instructor, division chair, and Dean of Instruction.
Students must complete a minimum of 25 percent of hours required for a degree, diploma,
or certifi cate in residence at Beaufort County Community College.
In order to graduate, each student must fulfi ll all fi nancial obligations to the College,
including graduation fees. Graduation fees must be paid prior to graduation.
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Usage of Standard English
BCCC places value in recognizing and preserving communication styles that refl ect the
unique heritage of the people in this region, state, and nation. In the competitive job market,
however, business and industry have repeatedly stressed the fact that standard English will
be required in communications. Because the primary mission of the College is to prepare
students for careers and career changes, it is imperative that the use of standard English be
required in each of its programs. The standard English that is taught in English classes must
be reinforced in all courses taught throughout the institution.
Developmental Education
The purpose of developmental education is to support the open door policy of Beaufort
County Community College by providing a comprehensive education program with
a commitment to excellence, a positive learning environment for a diverse population,
opportunities for adults to master basic skills, and opportunities and services to enrich the
quality of community life. The main objective is to provide students with the knowledge
and skills needed to attain their personal, academic, and career goals. Courses provide
students with special assistance in mathematics, English, reading, study skills, and personal
development. Math, English, and reading courses are recommended based on placement
test scores. Develomental courses are in addition to curriculum graduation requirements.
Students needing two or more developmental courses are also advised to take ACA 118,
College Study Skills, in lieu of ACA 111, College Student Success.
Courses
English
ENG 070 Basic Language Skills
ENG 080 Writing Foundations
ENG 090 Composition Strategies
ENG 090A Composition Strrategies Lab
Mathematics
MAT 050 Basic Math Skills
MAT 060 Essential Mathematics
MAT 070 Introductory Algebra
MAT 080 Intermediate Algebra
Reading
RED 070 Essential Reading Skills
RED 080 Introduction to College Reading
RED 090 Improved College Reading
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Orientation
ACA 118 College Study Skills
Academic Support Center (ASC)
The Academic Support Center (ASC) is available to students enrolled in related
developmental or curriculum courses. Students are referred on an individual basis for
assistance and/or additional practice in specifi ed areas.
The ASC consists of two major components:
• Instructional Assistance in English, reading, mathematics, and study skills
• Computer-Assisted Instruction in a variety of subject areas
The coordinator of the ASC is available throughout the day to assist students with additional
instructional time in grammar, writing, reading, and study skills. Mathematics instruction
is available on a limited basis each day.
Computer-assisted instruction is available during all hours of operation. The ASC offers
word processing, Internet access, and a variety of software related to developmental and
curriculum courses. The coordinator is available to assist with all technical questions and
needs.
The Academic Support Center is located in Building 1, Room 115, and the phone number
is 252-940-6338.
Tutoring
A part-time reading tutor is available to assist students with all skills related to improving
college reading.
Placement Testing
1. Placement testing is mandatory for all students taking curriculum level
courses with a developmental prerequisite. Placement testing may be waived
under the following conditions:
• The student receives transfer credit for appropriate developmental course
work.
• The student receives transfer credit for ENG 111 and the fi rst required
curriculum mathematics course.
• Math scores of 449 or less on SAT – take CPT in arithmetic and algebra.
• Critical reading score of 449 or less on SAT – take CPT in reading
• Writing score of 449 or less on SAT – take CPT in sentence skills
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• Math, Critical reading, Writing scores of 450 or greater on SAT or the ACT
with a composite score of 18 or higher – no additional testing required.
• The student holds an associate’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited
institution in which English was the language of instruction.
2. Placement test, SAT, and ACT scores are valid for fi ve (5) years from the date of
the test.
3. Students may test twice within a calendar year on all or part of the placement
tests.
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) addresses the transfer of students
between institutions in the North Carolina Community College System and from that system
to constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina. The CAA was developed
jointly by faculty and administrators of the North Carolina Community College System
and the University of North Carolina based on the proposed transfer plan approved by both
governing boards in February 1996. The CAA applies to all North Carolina community
colleges and all constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina. The general
education core transfer component described in the Associate in Arts and Associate in
Science degree programs is included in the CAA.
The associate in arts and associate in science degree programs in the North Carolina
Community College System require a total of 64-65 semester hours credit for graduation.
Within the overall total, the community college system and the university have developed
a general education core transfer component. This curriculum refl ects the distribution of
discipline areas commonly included in institution-wide, lower division, general education
requirements for the baccalaureate degree. The general education transfer core includes
study in the areas of humanities and fi ne arts, social and behavioral sciences, natural
sciences and mathematics, and English composition.
The general education core transfer component, if completed successfully by a student with
a grade of C or better in each course, shall be portable and transferable as a block across
the North Carolina Community College System and from that system to UNC institutions,
whether or not the transferring student has earned the associate degree.
Transfer of Graduates of Associate in Arts and Associate in Science Degree
Programs in the Community College System
The CAA may enable North Carolina community college graduates of two-year associate
in arts and associate in science degree programs to transfer to constituent institutions of the
University of North Carolina with junior status.
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To be considered for junior status at one of the UNC institutions, community college
transfer students must meet the same requirements set for native students in that university
with respect to such things as grade point average and credit hours accumulated.
Community college graduates of associate in arts and science degree programs who
have completed the general education transfer core will be considered to have fulfi lled
the institution-wide, lower division, general education requirements of the receiving
institution.
Community college graduates of these programs will normally receive 64 semester hours of
academic credit upon admission to a university. Under special circumstances, a university
may choose to accept additional credit hours.
Admission to a university will not constitute admission to a professional school or a specifi c
program.
Requirements for admission to some major programs may require additional specialty
courses beyond the general education transfer core course taken at the community college.
Students entering such programs may need more than two academic years of course work
to complete the baccalaureate degree, depending on requirements of the program.
Transfer of General Education Core Courses for Non-graduates
Upon admission to another public two-year institution or to a constituent institution of the
University of North Carolina, students who have completed the general education core
with the proper distribution of hours, but who have not completed the associate degree,
will be considered to have fulfi lled the institution-wide, lower-division, general education
requirements of the receiving institution. To be eligible for inclusion in this policy, a
student must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.00 on a 4.00 scale at the
time of transfer and a grade of C or better on all general education core courses. Upon
transfer at the sophomore level, a non-graduate who has completed the general education
core should be advised at the university to take pre-major or cognate courses based on the
chosen major.
The transcripts of students who transfer before completing the general education core will
be evaluated on a course-by-course basis by the receiving universities.
Transfer of Associate in Applied Science Degree Course Credits
Upon admission to another public two-year institution or to a public university, a community
college student who was enrolled in an associate in applied science degree program and
who completed all or part of the general education transfer core will receive credit for those
general education courses which have been satisfactorily completed with a grade of C or
better.
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Private Institutions Endorsing the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
To date, the eighteen private colleges and universities that have agreed to participate in
the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement with the North Carolina Community College
System are:
Barber-Scotia College Livingstone College
Barton College Louisburg College
Belmont Abbey College Mars Hill College
Bennett College Mount Olive College
Brevard College Pfeiffer University
Campbell University Queens College
Catawba College St. Andrews College
Chowan College Warren Wilson College
Johnson C. Smith University Wingate University
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Registration
Beaufort County Community College offers two semesters and one summer term of work
during each school year. Students must register at the beginning of each semester in which
they plan to attend. Registration dates for each semester are announced (refer to academic
calendar). Registration is permitted only on announced registration days except in programs
which operate under open registration.
Registration is normally held several weeks before the semester begins. Registration allows
the students and the advisors to evaluate progress and plan the courses to be taken during
the following semester.
Any student who has overdue library materials or who is delinquent in the payment of
any fees, fi nes, or other obligations to the College will not be permitted to complete the
registration process until the student has satisfactorily resolved the situation.
Late Registration
A student may register after the registration period if the following conditions exist:
1. The class is not canceled or closed.
2. The new student who has not previously attended the College has completed
all admission procedures.
3. The class is noted as having open registration.
4. The instructor gives permission.
Counseling Service
The counseling service provides professional assistance to all curriculum and continuing
education students. Counselors are available each workday and Monday through Thursday
evenings by appointment to assist students in assessing and understanding their abilities,
aptitudes, interests, and personal characteristics. The counselors are informed of current
employment trends and have information available concerning job opportunities in
order that students may make more informed career decisions. As the career direction is
determined, the counselors are able to assist students in understanding programs of study
which will facilitate the achievement of long-range goals. The counselors specialize in the
areas of fi nancial assistance, career planning and placement, admissions and assessment,
academics, and personal concerns.
Services for Students With Special Needs
Beaufort County Community College has a Special Populations Coordinator (SPC)
available on a part-time basis to provide consulting and planning strategies for students
who have documented special needs. The SPC will coordinate special services such as
interpreters for the hearing impaired, note takers, auxiliary aids, testing modifi cations, and
academic planning. A written plan with strategies for students to share with instructors
will be developed. Students who feel that they are in need of these services should make
an appointment and bring a copy of current psychological testing (usually from school
records). The offi ce is located in Building 9, Room 923 or call 252-940-6351.
Academic Advising
The Dean of Student Services will appoint faculty advisors in conjunction with the division
chairperson. Changes in assignments may be made when (1) the advisee or advisor requests a
change through the division chairperson or counselor; (2) the advisor leaves the College; or
(3) the student changes curriculums. The Offi ce of Student Services will provide placement
test scores, when applicable, and other pertinent information to advisors.
Testing Service
The counselors are professionally qualifi ed to administer and interpret a variety of tests.
These tests are administered and interpreted to students as the need arises during the
counseling or admission process.
Student Records and Privacy Rights
The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (PL 93-380), commonly referred to as the
Buckley Amendment, sets forth requirements governing the protection of student privacy.
To comply with and promote the intent of the Act, the College has adopted Policy 3.20
Access to Student Records:
Student records are maintained for academic purposes. The materials therein
allow the College to validate a student’s academic performance. Therefore,
the records are at the disposal of the student, faculty advisor, and the personnel
responsible for the maintenance of those records. Other College staff are
not allowed access to records without reason. Non-College personnel must
have the student’s written permission to review a student’s record. (Beaufort
County Community College Faculty and Staff Manual E 24.)
All records are generated in response to student needs. Students have access to their records
upon written request. Records commonly maintained are in the student’s permanent fi le, a
fi nancial aid fi le, and an admissions fi le. All are located in the Offi ce of Student Services.
Students desiring a detailed explanation of the General Education Act, Section 438 should
refer to the Federal Register Part II, published Monday, April 11, 1988. Copies are available
in the library and the Offi ce of Student Services.
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Transfer to Senior Institutions
Beaufort County Community College offers college transfer programs and selected
technical programs with transferability to senior institutions.
The student planning to transfer to a four-year college or university will receive assistance
from his/her faculty advisor or counselor in planning a transfer program; however, it is the
responsibility of the student to become acquainted with the courses and credits that will
transfer to the receiving institution.
The acceptance of individual courses from Beaufort County Community College
is determined solely by the institution to which the student plans to transfer. The
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (see page 26) addresses the transfer of students
between institutions in the North Carolina Community College System and to constituent
institutions of the University of North Carolina.
The student who wishes to transfer should follow these steps:
1. Make an early decision as to which institution to attend and contact the
Admissions Offi ce of that institution for recommendations concerning
transferable courses.
2. Obtain a current copy of the catalog of the receiving institution and become
familiar with the entrance requirements.
3. Meet with a faculty advisor and/or counselor at Beaufort County Community
College to discuss transfer plans.
4. One or two semesters before time of transfer, check to see that all necessary
steps are being taken to complete the transfer process.
By following these steps, the student should have little or no diffi culty in completing the
transfer process.
Transcripts
Students may obtain copies of their transcript upon written request to the Registrar’s Offi ce.
Transcripts will be released to other colleges, agencies, or employers only with written
authorization of the student within 48 hours of request, excluding registration and end
of semester processing.
The fi rst three (3) transcripts are free. Additional copies are $2.00 each.
Grade Reports
A report of grades is sent to the student at his/her permanent home address as soon as they
are determined at the end of each semester or summer term.
Student Services
Student Support Services Project
Student Support Services (SSS) is a federally funded TRIO program. The program provides
opportunities for academic development, assists with basic college requirements, and serves
to motivate students toward the successful completion of their postsecondary education.
The goal of SSS is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants
and help students make the transition from one level of higher education to the next.
SSS helps to enrich the student’s regular program of study with the following services:
Counseling (academic, personal, and vocational)
Assistance with basic skills
Tutors (peer tutors and academic specialists)
College transfer assistance
Study skills and personal development workshops
Cultural enrichment activities
Leadership development
Loaner program for educational assistance tools
These services are available at no cost to students who are accepted by the College and meet
the eligibility requirements established by the U.S. Department of Education. Additional
information and a program application may be obtained from the Student Support Services
Department in the Learning Resources Building (Building 5).
Career Center
The Career Center assists students and graduates in fi nding meaningful employment within
the service area of the College and throughout the state. In addition, the Career Center
serves the local business and industrial community through a referral service for part-time
and full-time positions.
All students are encouraged to seek guidance on problems of employment and career
planning. There is no charge for any of the services of the Career Center. The Center is
located in Building 9, Room 914 and the phone number is 252-940-6353.
Graduation Exercises
Graduation exercises are held once a year (see calendar). Students should be present at
graduation. If it is impossible for a student to be present, the student should request (in
writing) graduation in absentia. Such requests should be made to the Dean of Student
Services at least ten days prior to graduation.
Housing
The College does not provide housing facilities for students. The Offi ce of Student Services
will provide a list of local apartment rental agencies.
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Health
Beaufort County Community College provides no health services other than fi rst aid.
Emergency treatment is available at Beaufort County Hospital.
First Aid Stations are located in the following areas:
Building 1 Room 118 & switchboard
Building 2 Room 103 (copier room)
Building 3 Room 111 (copier room)
Building 4 Room 101
Building 5 Learning Resources Center (main desk)
Building 6 Maintenance Shop (non-academic and non-instructional)
Building 7 Room 700 (wall to right of entrance door)
Building 8 Room 804
Building 8A South Classroom
Building 9 Room 918
Building 10 Room 18 (Breakroom)
Building 11 Room 1105 (Conference Room)
For additional sites or information, contact the Offi ce of Student Services.
Communicable Disease Policy
1. Persons infected with communicable diseases shall not be excluded
from enrollment or employment, or restricted in their access to the college’s
services or facilities unless medically-based judgments in individual cases
establish that exclusion or restriction is necessary for the welfare of the individual
or the welfare of other members of the institution.
2. Persons who know that they are infected with a communicable disease are
urged to share that information, on a confi dential basis, with the Dean of
Student Services, so that the institution can respond appropriately to
their health and educational needs.
3. Persons who know, or have reasonable basis for believing, that they are infected
are expected to seek expert advice about their health circumstances and are
obligated, ethically and legally, to conduct themselves responsibly in accordance
with such knowledge, for the protection of other members of the community.
4. Students in programs which require bodily contact when performing services
must follow Standard Precautions. These programs include:
ADN Associate Degree Nursing
PN Practical Nursing
MLT Medical Laboratory Technology
NA Nursing Assistant
EMT Emergency Medical Technician
COS Cosmetology
5. Students in the above curriculums are required to receive the hepatitis vaccine
series or sign a declination form which will be kept in the student’s record.
Additional communicable disease screening and vaccines are required for the
ADN, PN, and MLT programs.
Note – Communicable diseases may include, but are not limited to:
Chicken Pox
Hepatitis
Measles
Tuberculosis
Meningitis
Mononucleosis
Whooping Cough
AIDS (Acquired Immune Defi ciency Syndrome)
AIDS-Related Complex
Sero-positive to AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases
Student Center and Food Service
The Student Center is located in the Student Services/Science Building (Building 9). It
offers TV and other activities. A food service facility is located in Building 5.
Awards
Each year at the Graduate Recognition Ceremony those students who have outstanding
achievements in the areas of scholarship, service to the school and community, and
extracurricular activities are recognized.
The following areas of achievement are recognized at the graduation ceremony.
1. Highest academic average in a degree program,
2. “Who’s Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges” National award for
outstanding students,
All A’s and Dean’s List
Beaufort County Community College encourages academic excellence by publicly
recognizing those students who excel in their curriculum requirements.
Full-time students who achieve a 4.00 grade point average for the semester are placed on
the All A’s List for that semester. All full-time students who achieve between a 3.50 and
3.99 grade point average with no grade lower than a C are placed on the Dean’s List.
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Students who receive an incomplete are not eligible for either the All A’s List or the Dean’s
List. The All A’s List and the Dean’s List are mailed to area newspapers at the end of each
semester.
Change of Name or Address
Students are responsible for notifying the Registrar’s Offi ce immediately of any change of
name or address.
Guided Tours
Visitors are always welcome to the Beaufort County Community College campus. Tours
are available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. through 4 p.m. Interested persons should
contact the Offi ce of Admissions.
Information Service
Information pertaining to occupations, educational opportunities, and social issues is
available in the library and the Offi ce of Student Services.
Student Activities
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association provides an organized avenue of student involvement
in the College. The SGA implements and plans activities that provide students with social
and service projects, which interest them.
Each curriculum/club elects or selects senators to serve in the SGA. Offi cers are elected by
the student body in a general election during spring semester. An advisor, appointed by the
Dean of Student Services, serves as a representative of the administration and as a liaison
for the SGA and the administration.
Beaufort County Community College
Student Government Association
Constitution
Preamble
We, the students of Beaufort County Community College, in order to foster a spirit of
cooperation among students, staff, and faculty; to coordinate and regulate student activities;
to maintain a high standard for the College by upholding high standards of personal conduct
to promote and encourage activities for the best interests of the college; and to develop
good citizens through experience in government; do hereby establish this constitution for
the Student Government of Beaufort County Community College.
Article I — Name
This organization shall be named the Student Government Association of Beaufort County
Community College. The membership shall consist of all enrolled students.
Article II — Purpose
The purpose of the Student Government Association shall be to promote good citizenship
throughout the College. Also, to plan and initiate, with the advice of the SGA Advisor,
activities sponsored by the Student Government Association. It shall be the purpose of
this organization also, to stimulate interest in college life both on campus and in the
community.
Article III — Membership
The Student Government Association shall be composed of seven executive council
members, one senator and an alternate from each club/organization recognized or chartered
by the SGA. One senator and an alternate from each curriculum are members, too. The
faculty head from each curriculum shall submit the names of the senators to the SGA
Advisor by the second full week of classes in the fall semester. It is up to the faculty head
to notify the SGA Advisor of any changes.
The Student Government Association does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex,
national origin, religion, or handicap concerning its purpose, membership, or activities.
Article IV — Membership Qualifi cations of the
Student Government Association
Section I. Qualifi cations for all Executive Council Offi cers
In order for a student to hold an Executive Offi ce in the SGA, he/she must maintain a 2.50
grade point average each semester and maintain full-time status.
Freshman senators must be full-time students and have a 2.00 overall grade point average
at the end of fall semester.
Section II. Qualifi cations for Club or Curriculum Senators
Each club or curriculum senator who is a returning senator must have a minimum 2.00
grade point average, be a full-time student at the time of election, and maintain the GPA and
full-time status during their tenure. Club senators who are freshmen must have a minimum
2.00 GPA after fall semester and must maintain that minimum GPA and full-time status.
Article V — Meetings
Meetings of the Student Government Association may be called by the President at any
time or upon request of the student body or by two-thirds of the Student Government
Association. The number of meetings is not hereby specifi ed; however, they shall be
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scheduled on the second and/or fourth Tuesdays of each month at 12:00 p.m.. The Student
Government meeting shall be open to all students. Groups wishing to present business
before the SGA should present a written notice of their business to the President or
Parliamentarian. This to be done by Thursday of the week before the meeting they wish
to attend. The Parliamentarian will then schedule said business on the agenda for the next
meeting.
Article VI — Offi cers
Section I. Executive Council
The Offi cers of the Student Government Association shall be as follows:
President Treasurer Special Populations
Vice President Historian Chairperson
Secretary Parliamentarian
Section II.
The specifi c duties of the Executive Council offi cers shall be as follows:
A. President - It shall be the duty of the President to preside at all SGA meetings
and to appoint chairpersons to various committees to provide cooperation between
the student body and the SGA. The President shall have authority to schedule
exact time, date, and place of all meetings and to cancel meetings. He/she also has
authority to grant excused absences to students who are absent from meetings, to
appoint the chairpersons of all standing committees, and to require reports from
them.
B. Vice President - It shall be the duty of the Vice President to assume the duties
of the President in his/her absence. He/she will supervise all elections and assist
the President in fulfi lling the executive functions of the SGA.
C. Secretary - It shall be the duty of the Secretary to attend all meetings and
to keep accurate minutes. He/she shall serve as Recording Secretary and
Corresponding Secretary. In addition, the secretary is required to have minutes
typed and distributed to the executive offi cers and SGA advisor within four class
days following each meeting.
D. Treasurer - It shall be the duty of the Treasurer to handle, with assistance of
the SGA advisor, all fi nancial affairs concerning the SGA. The Treasurer and SGA
Advisor will sign all authorizations for the expenditures of SGA funds.
E. Parliamentarian - It shall be the duty of the Parliamentarian to maintain
parliamentary order at the Student Government Association meetings. It shall be
his/her responsibility to have a workable knowledge of Robert’s Rules of Order.
He/she shall also be responsible for holding a parliamentary procedure workshop
twice yearly.
F. Historian - It shall be the duty of the Historian to keep accurate records of all
activities performed by the SGA.
G. Special Populations Chairperson - It shall be the duty of the Special
Populations Chairperson to represent the needs and concerns of students who
have special needs.
Section III. Absences
Any Executive Offi cer absent for two (2) or more consecutive meetings can be asked
to resign. This decision will be made by the SGA Advisor and/or the Dean of Student
Services.
Section IV. Election or Appointment of Senators
The chartered clubs and organizations shall elect their senators. The club advisor shall
submit the names of the SGA senators by the second week of classes in fall semester.
Senators will also be elected/selected by curriculum lead instructors to ensure representation
from all students. These senators will meet the same qualifi cations.
Article VIII — Committees
Section I.
The chairperson of standing committees shall be appointed from the elected SGA senators
by the President, with approval of the association. The committee members are appointed
by the chairperson of each committee.
Section II.
The Committee chairperson and committee members shall be appointed at the beginning
of fall semester but no later than the fi rst week of November.
Article VIII — Temporary Appointments
Chairpersons of various temporary committees necessary for only a short time shall be
appointed by the President of the SGA, subject to the association’s approval. Chairpersons of
temporary committees shall appoint the members of their committee from SGA senators.
Article IX — Absences of Senators
Attendance at SGA meeting of designated senators is required. If an appointee does not
attend, the absence will be credited to the SGA senator.
Any member absent for more than two (2) meetings per semester will be dismissed. The
organization or curriculum advisor shall be notifi ed of the dismissal within two (2) class
days and a new senator shall be appointed.
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Article X — Elections
Section I. Election Procedure
Elections for offi cers will take place the last Tuesday and Wednesday in April, spring
semester. Requirements for offi ce will be read at the March general meeting. Students
from each club or curriculum will have an opportunity to run for SGA executive offi ce.
Students desiring to run must have been enrolled the previous semester and have earned a
minimum 2.50 GPA from Beaufort County Community College. Letters of Intent to run for
SGA offi ce are turned in by the fi rst Tuesday in April to the SGA Advisor.
Election of SGA Executive Council will take place by vote of the student body the last
Tuesday and Wednesday in April. The Vice-president will be responsible for elections.
New offi cers are installed at the May general meeting. Any offi ces not fi lled are fi lled by a
majority vote of SGA senators and alternates at the fi rst fall general meeting.
Section II. Procedures for Replacement
In the event the President, after being elected, cannot serve his/her term, the vice-president
shall become the President and another vice-president shall be elected from the existing
senators. Any other vacancy created in the Executive Council shall be fi lled by the senators
electing from themselves a replacement for the position.
Section III. Procedures for replacement of any offi ce in the Executive Council
If any offi ce in the Executive Council shall become vacant, other than that of the President,
the position shall be fi lled by the Executive Council by a unanimous vote. If a unanimous
vote is not achieved, an election will be held among the active Student Government
Association members electing from the body an active member to offi ce during the next
meeting of the Student Government Association.
Section IV. Temporary Replacements
If an offi ce in the Executive Council becomes vacant, then the advisor reserves the right to
appoint a temporary replacement to the offi ce until the offi ce can be fi lled by a permanent
replacement.
Article XI — Tuition Assistance
The SGA President and the Vice-President will receive a tuition stipend at the end of each
semester they serve as Executive Offi cers. Offi cers must maintain full-time status and meet
the academic requirements as stated in Article IV, Section I.
Article XII ��� Amendments
Amendments to the constitution may be proposed by members of the SGA or by ten (10)
members of the student body. The proposed amendment shall be read at two (2) meetings
of the SGA, with copies distributed to all members in attendance. The amendment shall be
voted on after the second reading and will be ratifi ed, if approved by a two-thirds majority
vote of the quorum present.
SGA Constitution revised Winter, 1996 — Adopted Spring, 1996
Publications
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