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EDISON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

2004-2005 CATALOG

Charlotte County Campus

26300 Airport Road

Punta Gorda, Florida 33950-5759

(941)637-5629

TTY (941) 637-3508
(For Hearing or Speech Impaired Only)

Collier County Campus

7007 Lely Cultural Parkway

Naples, Florida 341 13-8977

(239) 732-3737

TTY (239) 732-3788
(For Hearing or Speech Impaired Only)

Lee County Campus

8099 College Parkway, SW

P.O. Box 60210

Fort Myers, Florida 33906-6210

(239) 489-9300

TTY (239) 489-9093
(For Hearing or Speech Impaired Only)

Hendry / Glades Services

4050 Cowboy Way

LaBelle, Florida 33935

(863) 674-0408

1-800-749-2322

Internet Address: http://www.edison.edu

Edison College, officially known as Edison Community College, is part of the Florida state system of public community
colleges. Edison 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 the Associate in Arts
and Associate in Science degrees and certificates. Edison is also a member of the American Association of Community Colleges
and the Florida Association of Community Colleges.

The programs, policies, requirements and regulations published in this Catalog are continually subject to review to serve
the needs of the College's various constituencies and are subject to change as circumstances may require. Changes are accessible
through Edison's website: www.edison.edu.

Students needing special accommodations should contact (239) 489-9427, Ext. 1427 at the Lee County Campus, seventy-two
hours prior to the anticipated visit. Documentation of the specific need is required.

EDISON '
COLLEGE

A Student-Centered Learning College

DISTRICT OFFICES

8099 College Parkway, S.W.

P.O. Box 60210

Fort Myers, Florida 33906-6210

DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION

Dr. Kenneth P. Walker

District President

Dr. James A. Slusher

District Executive Vice President
Campus President

Robert R. Jones

District Vice President
Administration and Finance

Dr. Vern Denning

District Vice President
Academic Affairs

Dr. Michelle Reieford

District Vice President
Student Services

Maureen McClintock

District Vice President
Institutional Advancement

Alan Francis

District Vice President
Technology Services

Table of Contents

Board of Trustees 4

Welcome from the President 5

Mission Statement 6

Edison Community College History 7

Campus Maps 8

Academic Calendar, Admissions, Degree Accelerated Programs, Residency, Records, Financial Aid, TUition 11

Academic Calendar 12

Admissions 13

Degree Acceleration Programs 21

Registration 18

Residency Rules/Guidelines 16

Records Policies 27

Tuition and Fees 30

Financial Information/Financial Aid 31

Veterans Information 33

Scholarships 34

Academic Policies and Procedures Relating to Students 37

Academic Information 42

Honors Scholar Program 42

Academic Support Programs 44

CLAST 46

Graduation Requirements 51

Student Services and Florida Laws Regulating Student Standards 52

Student Services 52

Student Life 55

Student Organizations 55

Student Government Association 57

General Regulations for Student Development/ Activities 58

Student Rights and Responsibilities 62

Student DiscipUne and Hearing Procedures 62

Traffic Regulations 66

State Statutes and College Policies Affecting Students 68

Programs of Study 77

Continuing Education 80

Career Center/Internships 81

University Center 82

Associate in Arts Degree General Education Program Guide 84

Associate in Arts Degrees, With Emphasis 87

Distance Learning 88

Associate in Science Degree Programs 90

Certificate Programs 1 1 1

Course Information 126

Course Descriptions 127

Administration and Faculty 175

Glossary of Terms 182

Helpful Information 185

Bookstore, Learning Resources, Computer Lab 186

Index 188

Edison Community College
District Board of Trustees

Frederick A. Deal, B.S.

Collier County

Washington D. Baquero, M.D.

Lee County

Kim C. Long, B.A.

Vice Chairman
Collier County

Enid S. Gorvine, B.A.

Chairman
Charlotte County

Kenneth J. Downing, B.S.

Hendry County

JuUa G. Perr>, B.A.E.

Glades County

Mary Lee Mann, B.S.

Lee County

Darol H.M. Carr, J.D.

Charlotte County

W. Mahlan Houghton, Jr., B.B.A.

Lee County

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Dear Students,

Welcome to Edison Community College. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to the philosophy of providing top quality
education in a friendly atmosphere with individual attention to the needs of our students. You will find that we have an
outstanding faculty qualified by professional preparation and experience, and dedicated to the creation of a meaningful,
successful, and disciplined learning environment.

At Edison, we believe in designing the system around the student's needs, not in molding the student to the system. We
call this environment a student-centered learning college. We strive to provide learning opportunities which encourage
students to become immersed in and responsible for their educational process, with assistance from staff and faculty. We
believe in providing an environment rich in opportunity, encouragement, and methods that allow students to become suc-
cessful, responsible learners today and competent, accountable leaders of tomorrow.

We are committed to the pursuit of excellence through effectiveness, innovation and accountability. Please help us
achieve excellence by coming to Edison with a dedication and commitment for serious learning which will enable you to
reap the maximum benefits from your experience here. We also invite you to give of your time, effort and abilities in a
positive and constructive way which will enrich your learning and make the college a better place because you have been
here.

Sincerely,

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Kenneth P. Walker
District President

EDISON COMMUNITY COLLEGE

PURPOSE/MISSION STATEMENT

The PURPOSE of Edison Community College is to deliver high-quality, convenient, and affordable learning opportunities
to diverse populations.

In order to fulfill its purpose, it is the College's MISSION to strive for excellence through innovation and continuous
improvement as it provides:

• General and pre-professional education through the Associate in Arts degree

• Workforce development programs through Associate in Science degrees and certificates of training for employment in
specialized fields

• Access to baccalaureate degree programs through upper-division transfer, articulation, site-based programming, and
partnerships with colleges and universities

• Preparatory instruction for students needing academic development for entry into and success in college-level coursework

• Personal and professional development opportunities through credit and non-credit programs

• Accessibility to programs through academic advising, flexible scheduling, and distance education

• Services and opportunities that promote academic, personal, and social growth among students

• Educational partnerships with business, industry, government, and other institutions

• Cultural resources for the community

COLLEGE VISION

A learning centered college providing quality education and guidance in a caring, professional environment

VALUES

• Respect: Characterized by support for students' and each other's goals, communication, trust

• Belief in Individual Human Potential: Resulting in collegiality, reward, appreciation

• Integrity: Exemplified by institutional trustworthiness and individual incorruptibility

GOALS

Goal I

Provide quality educational programming and services responding to community needs

Goal II

Facilitate student success (through development, advising, and mentoring of students, and programs and services to
reduce barriers for non-traditional students)

Goal III

Strive for quality improvement

Goal IV

Improve resource utilization and seek alternative funding sources

GoalV

Promote articulation (from high schools and vo-techs) and transfer (to other postsecondary institutions)

Goal VI

Study, promote, and establish site-based baccalaureate programs

History

With the first students admitted to Edison in the fall of 1962, Edison Community College celebrates 42 years of service
to Southwest Florida this year. Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees are offered at Edison as well as various
certificate programs.

From its first quarters in the old Gwyne Institute Building in downtown Fort Myers, Edison moved to its permanent
140-acre campus in south Lee County in June 1965. Following a master plan designed to provide for growth and future
needs, the Lee County Campus has twenty-four permanent structures including the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall.

Edison's Collier County Campus opened in March of 1992. The beautiful campus is located on a 80-acre site near State
Road 951 and Rattlesnake Hammock Road, in east Naples. The Charlotte County Campus opened in 1997. Located on a
wooded site on Airport Road in Punta Gorda, the campus is an excellent addition to the Charlotte area. Edison also provides
outreach services to students in Hendry and Glades counties.

Edison Community College is governed by its District Board of Trustees composed of nine representatives from Char-
lotte, Collier, Hendry, Glades and Lee Counties. The members are appointed to four- year terms by the Governor of Florida.
Currently about 350 professional and support staff members provide the full-time instructional and support services for the
more than 13,000 credit and nearly 10,000 non-credit students who participate in Edison courses and programs each year.

Edison Community College is an Equal Access, Equal Opportunity institution. Programs,
activities, and facilities of the College are available to all on a non-discriminatory basis,
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status and national origin.
Questions pertaining to educational equity, equal opportunity or equal access should be ad-
dressed to the District Director of Human Resources.

Charlotte County Campus

The Charlotte County Campus is located on a 200-acre site at 26300 Airport Road near 1-75. From 1 1 buildings in a
beautiful and traditional setting, the campus offers a full range of higher education services.

Courses of study leading to Associate in Arts, Associate in Science or certificate programs, as well as non-credit
continuing education classes are offered at the Charlotte County Campus. A childcare facility and fitness center are avail-
able to serve students and the community.

EDISON

COMMUNITY COLLEGE • CHARLOTTE COUNTY CAMPUS

26300 Aupon Road • Punta Gorda. Florida 33950

(941) 637-5629

CC-CHILD CARE

CL-CLASSROOMS

Classrooms
Art Studio
Computer Labs

FC-FITNESS CENTER

YMCA Fitness Program

FO-FACULTY OFFICES

Faculty Offices

HS-HEALTH SCIENCE

Computer Lab
Nursing Lab
Emergency Medical

Services Lab
Faculty Offices

LS-LEARNING
RESOURCES

Library

Lab

Distance Learning

Edison University Center

OB-OBSERVATORY

Astronomical Observatory

PP-PHYSICAL PLANT

Mailroom

Physical Plant Offices

Custodial/Grounds

SA-STUDENT ACTIVITIES

Cafeteria
Theatre

Tutoring Center
Clubs/Organizations
Bookstore

SC-SCIENCE

Science Labs
Faculty Offices

SS-STUDENT SERVICES

Admissions/Registration

Advising

Auxiliary Aids

Financial Aid

Career Center

Cashier

Continuing Education

Information Desk
Testing Center
Public Safety
Administration

Collier County Campus

The Collier County Campus of Edison Community College is located on a 80-acre site at 7007 Lely Cultural Parkway,
just south of Rattlesnake Hammock Road and west of Collier Blvd. (State Road 95 1 ) near Naples. The campus is composed
of one and two story buildings including learning resources (library), bookstore, cafeteria, classrooms, auditorium, student
lounge, gymnasium and physical education facilities; biology, chemistry, and physics laboratories; specialized laboratories
for computer science, EMS, and nursing; and . A Painting and Drawing Laboratory is planned for the Fall semester. Courses
of study leading to Associate in Arts, Associate in Science or certificate programs, as well as non-credit continuing educa-
tion classes are offered at the Collier County Campus.

EDISON

COMMUNITY COLLEGE • COLLIER COUNTY CAMPUS

7007 Ldy Cultund Piufcwsy • Naptes, Florida Ml l3-«977

(239) 732-3700

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"A" BuUding:

Academic Advising

Administration

Admissions & Registration

Cashier

Continuing Education

Counseling

Faculty Offices

Financial Aid

Information Center

Security

Student Activities & Clubs

"B" Building:

Auditorium

Art and Humanities

Classrooms

"C" Building

Bookstore
Cafeteria

"D" Building

Student Lounge

"E" Building:

Classrooms
Emergency Medical

Services Lab
Faculty Offices
Nursing Lab
Nursing Offices
Science Labs

"F' Building:

Classrooms
Faculty Offices

"G" Building:

Career Center
Computer Classrooms
Computer Lab
Distance Learning

Classroom
Lab

(DLA Lab)
Learning Resources

(Library)
Tutoring Lab

"H" & 'T' Building:

Plant Operations

"HPE" Building:

Gymnasium
Health/Physical Education

Lee County Campus

The Lee County Campus is located on approximately 140 acres between College Parkway and Cypress Lake Drive in
South Lee County. Courses of study leading to Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, or certificate programs, as well as
non-credit Continuing Education classes are offered at the Lee County Campus. The first permanent location of the Col-
lege, the Lee County Campus, was constructed in 1965. The campus is made up of one and two story classroom buildings
including: library; bookstore; cafeteria; student center; auditorium; and specialized laboratories for science, computer sci-
ence, nursing, health technologies, and college preparatory classes. The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, the Gallery
of Fine Art, and the Kulakowski Observatory are located on the Lee County Campus.

Walker Health Sciences Hall

Health and Sciences

Division
Health Technologies
Anatomy and Physiology

Lab
Cardiovascular Technology
Dental Assisting
Dental Hygiene
Microbiology Lab
Nursing
Physical Therapist

Assisting
Radiologic Technology
Respiratory Care

Technology

Leonhardt Hall

Mathematics
Natural Sciences

Robiason Hall

Administrative Offices

EDISON

COMMUNITY COLLEGE • LEE COUNTY CAMPUS

A Student Centered Lesming College

8099 College Pkikway SW • Fort \fyta. Florida 33919

(239) 489-9300

Learning Resources Hall

Business Office
Corbin Auditorium
Human Resources
Learning Resources

Humanities Hall

Gallery of Fine Art

Communications

Art

Humanities

Music

H.C.S.S. Division

Information Technology' Hall

Kulakowski Observatory
S.O.A.R. Program

Gresham Hall

Crime Scene Technology
Criminal Justice Technology
Emergency Medical Services
Fire Science
Golf Course Operations
Paralegal Studies

Hendry Hall

Accounting
Business
Computer Labs
Drafting & Design
Social Sciences
Workforce Division

Sabal Hall

Distance Learning

Royal Palm Hall

Lecture Halls

Areca Hall

Lecture Halls

Howard Hall

Lecture Halls
University Center

Taeni Hall

Admissions

Advising

Assessment

Bookstore

Cafeteria

Career Center

Counseling

District Vice President of

Student Services
Financial Aid
Office of the Registrar
Records
Registradon

Student Support Services
Student Government and

Club Offices

Center for Professional
Development

Continuing Education

Academic Calendar

Admissions

Accelerated Programs

Registration

Residency Rules/Guidelines

Records

Tuition and Fees

Financial Aid

OFFICIAL COLLEGE CALENDAR 2004-2005

ADMISSION:

Last day for new degree-seeking
students to apply for admission

\I)MSI\(;:

Advising begins for degree-seeking
students

Fall Semester 2004

lull A B

Aug 13 Aug 13 Oct 13

Spring Semester 2005 Summer Semester 2005

lull A H lull

Jan 3

Jan 3 Mar 2

Jun 1

Jun 1 Jun 1

Oct 11 Oct I ;

Oct 1

May 6 May 6 Jun 23

Feb 28 Feb 28 Feb 28

( I.ASSKS:

First day of classes

Aug 23

Oct 14

Jan 5

Mar 3

May 9

Jun 23

I^st day of classes

Dec 2

Oct 8

Dec 6

Apr 28

Feb 25

May 2

Aug 2

Jun 16

Aug 3

FINAL KXAMINATIONS:

See exam schedule in class schedule

Dec 3-9 Oct 11- Dec 7-9
13

Apr 29- Feb 28-
May 5 Mar 2

May 3-
May 5

Aug 3-9 Jun 20- Aug 4-9

(;rai)i;s:

Last day to remove "Incomplete"
from the previous semester

Sep 20

N/A

Feb 2

N/A

Jun 6

N/A

Final grades due from the faculty

by 4:30pm

Dec 10

Oct 14

Dec 10

May 6

Mar 3

May 6

Aug 10

Jun 23

Aug 10

(ERADIATION:

Commencement

May 6

Deadline to submit name for inclusion
in commencement booklet graduation.

Nov 5

Aprl

HOLIDAYS:

College closed

Sep 4- Sep 4- Nov 25-
Sep 6 Sep 6 28

Jan 15- Jan 15- Mar 25-
17 17 Apr 3

May 28- May 28- Jul 2-
30 30 4

Nov 25-
28

Mar 25-
Apr3

Jul 2-4

Dec 18-
Jan2

|RF(nSTRATION: 1

Web registration begins

Jun 7

Oct 25

Mar 14

On-campus registration begins for
Accelerated students

Jul 6

Nov 15

Apr 4

On-campus open registration begins

Aug 2

Dec 6

Apr 25

Late Registration begins
($25 penalty)

Aug 23

Oct 14

Jan 5

Mar 3

May 10

Jun 27

LAS 1 l)A\ rO:

Aug 27

Aug 25

Oct 19

Jan 11

Jan 7

Mar 7

May 17

May 16

Jun 29

Add a class, change sections of a
course without financial penalty,
change from credit/audit to audit/credit

Aug 27

Aug 25

Oct 19

Jan 11

Jan 7

Mar 7

May 17

May 16

Jun 29

Drop a class with a 100% refund

Aug 27

Aug 25

Oct 19

Jan 11

Jan 7

Mar 7

May 17

May 16

Jun 29

Withdraw from individual courses or
from college

Oct 27

Sep 23

Nov 16

Mar 15

Feb 9

Apr 14

Jul 5

Jun 7

Jul 25

RKSII)KN(^:

Last day to apply for change of
residency for tuition purposes

Aug 27 Aug 25 Oct 19

Jan 11

Jan7 Mar7 May 17 May 16 Jun 29

rLSTINC;:

Last day to register for the CLAST exam

Sep 3

Jan 21

May 6

CLAST examination

Oct 2

Feb 19

Jun 4

Testing and orientation begins
for new students

Jun 1 Jun 1 Jun 1

Oct 11 Oct 1 1 Oct 1 1

Feb 28 Feb 28 Feb 28

ADMISSIONS

Edison Community College affirms its policy of open
admissions. All applicants for admissions are considered
solely on the basis of their academic qualifications without
regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, disability,
marital status and national origin. Edison Community Col-
lege does reserves the right to deny admission to any appli-
cant whose behavior is not in keeping with the best interests
of Edison.

Edison assesses a non-refundable admissions applica-
tion fee for all new students. The admissions application is
not processed until the admissions application fee is re-
ceived. The Office of the Registrar is responsible for ad-
ministering Edison's Admissions policies and for providig
information regarding the admissions process, including
admissions requirements, residency requirements, student
privacy rights and classification of students.

Associate in Arts (AA) Admissions
Requirements

The AA degree provides students with the foundation
needed to be successful at any one of Florida's eleven state
universities. To be admitted as an AA degree-seeking stu-
dent, an applicant must meet the following requirements:

— Have earned a standard diploma from a high school
acrredited by the Florida Department of Education, or
a standard diploma from a regionally-accredited high
school. Applicants who did not graduate high school
in the United States must have the equivalent of a U.S.
high school diploma and must meet language standards
established through College policy and/or procedure;
or

— Have earned a high school equivalency diploma based
on performance on the General Equivalency Diploma
(GED) test administered through any state department
of education; or

— Have completed a home education program meeting
the requirements of F.S. 1002.41; or

— Have earned a standard certificate of completion from
a Florida public high school due to FCAT performance
(must have completed high school after May 2003); or

— Have been approved by Edison for entry into the Ac-
celerated Programs for High School Students.

Associate in Science (AS) Admissions
Requirements

The AS degree prepares students for immediate em-
ployment in a technical or occupational area. To be admit-
ted as an AS degree-seeking student, an applicant must meet
the following requirements:

— Have earned a high school equivalency diploma based
on performance on the General Equivalency Diploma
(GED) test administered through any state department
of education; or

— Have completed a home education program meeting
the requirements of F.S. 1002.41 ; or

— Have earned a standard certificate of completion from
a Florida public high school due to FCAT performance
(must have completed high school after May 2003); or

— Have been approved by Edison for entry into the Ac-
celerated Programs for High School Students.

The AS degree programs in Dental Hygiene, Nursing,
Respiratory Care, Radiologic Technology, and Cardiovas-
cular Technology are selective admissions programs. Ad-
mission to Edison does not automatically admit an applicant
to these programs of study. Students must complete a sepa-
rate application for admission to the particular program of
study.

College Certificate Admissions Requirements

College certificate programs are usually one year or
less in length and prepare students for employment in spe-
cialized areas. To be admitted as a certificate-seeking stu-
dent, an applicant must meet the following requirements:

— Have earned a high school equivalency diploma based
on performance on the General Equivalency Diploma
(GED) test administered through any state department
of education; or

— Have completed a home education program meeting
the requirements of F.S. 1002.41; or

— Have earned a standard certificate of completion from
a Florida public high school due to FCAT performance
(must have completed high school after May 2003); or

— Have been approved by Edison for entry into the Ac-
celerated Programs for High School Students.

Post Secondary Adult Vocational (PSAV)
Admissions Requirements

PSAV programs are usually one year or less in length
and prepare students for employment in specialized areas.
To be admitted as a PSAV certificate-seeking student, an
applicant must meet the following requirements:

— Have earned a high school equivalency diploma based
on performance on the General Equivalency Diploma
(GED) test administered through any state department
of education; or

— Have completed a home education program meeting
the requirements of F.S. 1002.41; or

— Have earned a standard certificate of completion from
a Florida public high school due to FCAT performance
(must have completed high school after May 2003); or

— Have been approved by Edison for entry into the Ac-
celerated Programs for High School Students; or

— Be 16 or older and left high school before earning a
standard high school diploma or the equivalency of a
standard high school diploma.

The PSAV program in Dental Assisting is a selective
admissions program. Admission to Edison does not auto-
matically admit an applicant to this program of study. Stu-
dents must complete a separate application for admission
to the Dental Assisting program.

After the admissions application has been processed,
the Office of the Registrar notifies each applicant of their
acceptance to Edison and provides the applicant with as-
sessment, advisement and registration information. Ac-
cepted applicants may begin their studies any term. See the
academic calendar in this catalog.

NOTE: Florida law (F.S. 1003.43 ) provides that students
graduating from a Florida public high school after
August 1, 1987 and applying for admission to an Associ-
ate in Arts degree program must meet specific general
requirements for high school graduation. Graduates from
private high schools and out-of-state public schools must
have completed a curriculum that includes four years of
English and three years each of mathematics, science,
and social studies. However, in lieu of the English
requirement, foreign students may use four years of
instruction in their native language or language of
instruction in the secondary school attended.

International Student (Fl visa) Admissions
Requirements

Applicants with or seeking an International Student
Visa (F-1) must meet the following additional admission
requirements. Edison issues an 1-20 form after all admis-
sion requirements are met. The applicant may be issued
the F-1 Visa when they present the 1-20 form to the appro-
priate personnel in an U.S. Embassy.

1 . The applicant must apply for admission and submit all
required admission credentials (as outlined below) to
the Office of the Registrar no later than sixty (60) days
prior to the published first class day of the term for
which they are seeking admission.

2. Since instruction is in the English language, applicants
must demonstrate proficiency in the English language.
To demonstrate this proficiency, if English is not the
applicant's native language, the applicant must submit
a minimum score of 213 on the computerized TOEFL
or 550 on the paper version of the TOEFL (Test of
English as a Foreign Language). Applicants scoring
below established cut-off scores are referred to the
Department of Academic Support Programs for addi-
tional testing and placement into the Intensive English
Training Program.

3. The applicant or sponsor must provide a notarized fi-
nancial statement verifying the availability (in U.S.
dollars) of the funds necessary for the applicant to at-
tend Edison. The applicant or sponsor must complete
the Sponsorship Affidavit form. Edison does not pro-
vide sponsors, financial assistance, dormitories or
transportation services.

4. The applicant must provide an official high school tran-
script as well as official transcripts from any colleges
or universities that the applicant attended. Applicants
interested in receiving transfer credit for coursework
completed in a non-US institution must have their
transcript(s) evaluated by a credential evaluation ser-
vice approved by Edison. Transcripts in languages other
than English must be translated by a credential trans-
lation service approved by Edison. A list of approved
agencies is available upon request. The translation must
include authentic verifying statements and signatures.
The applicant must have at least the equivalent of a
U.S. high school diploma to be eligible for admission.
An admission decision is made after all documents are
received.

5. International students transferring from another col-
lege or university in the U.S. that is approved by the
Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services
(BCIS) must provide the following items before a fi-
nal admission decision is reached:

a. All of the information included in requirements
Numbers 1- 4 above,

b. An official transcript from all U.S. colleges or
universities attended,

c. Copies of all previously issued 1-20 forms,

d. A visa clearance form from the International Stu-
dent Advisor at the current U.S. college or univer-
sity verifying the student's current status, and

e. A valid passport and a 1-94 form.

6. The applicant and sponsor must have an orientation
with the International Student Advisor or designee no
later than thirty (30) days prior to the first class day of
the term for which the applicant is seeking admission.

7. All international students must meet the Standards of
Academic Progress for International Students (full-time
status/ 12 credits per semester and a cumulative 2.00
grade point average).

8. All applicants must provide proof of health and acci-
dent insurance to include a body repatriation and body
evacuation rider prior to registering for classes.

Requirements for Re-admission

Students who have not attended Edison within the past
year must submit an admissions application (the admissions
application fee is not required for former students) and such
other information as may be required by the Office of the
Registrar. Degree-seeking students readmitting after two
years of non-attendance and who did not complete English
and mathematics requirements must retake the FCELPT.
(Please see Assessment Services page 52 for more infor-
mation) Students attempting to return after suspension or
dismissal must petition for readmission. A favorable deci-
sion is dependent upon clear written evidence that indi-
cates promise of successful performance. (See Petitions
page 28 for more information)

Degree Seeking Classification

Applicants who indicate on the admissions applica-
tion their intent to pursue an AA, an AS, or a college cer-
tificate program are subject to specific Edison policies and
procedures, which are in place to help students achieve their
educational goals. Degree-seeking students are required to
complete the Florida College Entry Level Placement Test
(FCELPT) or submit a full set of ACT-E, SAT-R scores or
be test exempt. (Please see Assessment Services page 52
for more information) Degree-seeking students must sat-
isfy any reading, English and mathematics college prepa-
ratory requirements, starting the first semester of registration
and continuing each semster until all requirements are
staisfied. (Please see Academic Support Programs page 44
for more information) Degree-seeking students who previ-
ously attended another college or university must request
that an official transcript be sent from that college or uni-
versity directly to Edison.

Non-Degree Seeking Classification

Applicants who indicate on the admissions application
that they do not intend to pursue an A A, an AS, or a college
certificate program, but who wish to enroll in college credit
courses for transfer credit purposes, or for personal interest
and enjoyment are not subject to specific Edison policies
and procedures, which are in place to help students achieve

their educational goals. Non-degree seeking students wish-
ing to enroll in college credit courses must meet all course
prerequisites. Non-degree seeking students wishing to en-
roll in a college level mathematics or an English course are
required to complete the Florida College Entry Level Place-
ment Test (FCELPT) or submit a full set of ACT-E, SAT-R
scores or be test exempt. (Please see Assessment Services
page 52 for more information) Non-degree seeking students
wishing to change to degree seeking status must do so prior
to the last day of the add/drop period. Changes to a student's
status will not be made after the last day of the add/drop
period. The last day of the add/drop period can be found in
the Academic Calendar on page 12.

NOTE: Non-degree seeking students are not eligible for
financial aid, veteran 's benefits and certain academic
programs/services that require degree-seeking status.

Non-English Speaking Classification

Since instruction is in the English language, applicants
must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. To
demonstrate this proficiency, if English is not the applicant's
native language, the applicant must submit a minimum score
of 2 1 3 on the computerized TOEFL or 550 on the paper
version of the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Lan-
guage). ACT-E or SAT-R scores may be submitted and con-
sidered in lieu of TOEFL scores. Applicants scoring below
established cut-off scores are referred to Academic Sup-
port Programs for additional testing and placement into the
Intensive English Training Program.

Transfer Classification

1 . Applicants who plan to earn a degree or certificate at
Edison must provide official transcripts from all pre-
viously attended colleges or universities. Official tran-
scripts must be sent directly to Edison, Office of the
Registrar thirty days prior to the start of the term of
enrollment but no later than thirty days after the start
of classes.

2. Edison accepts credits toward course requirements if
earned at colleges and universities accredited by one
of the six regional accrediting associations. Transfer
course work must be on a level normally included
within the first two years of college and a grade of D
or better was earned. Credits earned at colleges and
universities not regionally accredited may be accepted
if the credits represent collegiate-level course work
relevant to the student's program of study, with course
content and level of instruction resulting in competen-
cies equivalent to those of students enrolled in compa-
rable instruction at Edison. Awarding of transfer credit
is based on Edison course equivalencies. Applicants
seeking to transfer credit to Edison from another col-
lege or university may be asked to forward to the Of-
fice of the Registrar copies of course syllabi and course
descriptions. Course syllabi are compared with those
at Edison and govern the transferability of course work.

3. The official evaluation of course transferability is com-
pleted after the applicant is admitted to Edison and
official transcripts from all previously attended col-
leges and universities are received. Results of the offi-
cial evaluation are posted to the student's Edison
transcript prior to the end of the student's first term of
enrollment.

4. Failure to report previous college level work attempted
constitutes a falsification of the admissions applica-
tion and subjects students to loss of all credits earned
and dismissal.

5. Applicants eligible to return to the previously attended
institutions of origin are admitted to Edison. Final ac-
ceptance is made after receipt and evaluation of offi-
cial transcripts.

6. Applicants who were suspended or dismissed from the
previously attended institution(s) may be provision-
ally admitted to Edison. These applicants must submit
a petition requesting admission. (Please see Petitions
page 28 for more information)

7. Applicants admitted to Edison, who were not in good
academic standing at the previously attended institu-
tions, are classified in the same or similar manner un-
der Edison's Standards of Academic Progress.

8. Credits and grades earned at the previously attended
institution(s) transfer in but may not be accepted for a
specific program. All grades earned at the previously
attended institution(s) transfer in to Edison as part of
the student's academic record.

9. Applicants may be exempt from placement testing
based on an unofficial review of the student's college
transcripts. Completion of specific coursework will be
assessed for an exemption from all three parts of the
placement test. (Please see Assessment Services page
52 for more information.)

10. Applicants who have completed an AA or a baccalau-
reate degree at another regionally accredited college
or university cannot enroll in an AA degree program
at Edison.

1 1. Transfer students MUST complete a minimum of 25%
of the required degree or certificate course work at
Edison to graduate from Edison with that degree or
certificate. English for Non-Native Speakers (ESL/
ENS, EAP), physical education and college prepara-
tory courses do not apply.

Transient Classification

Applicants seeking a degree from another college or
university who wish to enroll at Edison to transfer course
work back to their "home" college or university are admit-
ted as transient students.

Transient students are advised by their "home" col-
lege or university regarding courses to take at Edison. Tran-
sient students must have written permission (Transient
Student Form) from the "home" college or university. A
Transient Student Form is required for each semester of
enrollment.

Residency Information

Edison's policy regarding Florida residency for tuition
purposes complies with Florida Statute 1009.21and State
Board of Education Rule 6A- 10.044.

A. Florida Resident: An applicant is classified as a
Florida resident for tuition purposes when the appli-
cant has completed Edison's Admissions Application
and has signed the Florida Resident Affidavit. The ap-
plicant must be a citizen of the United States of
America, a permanent resident alien, or a legal alien
granted indefinate stay, and has maintained his/her le-
gal residence in the State of Florida for at least twelve
months immediately prior to the start of classes for the
semester in which he/she plans to enroll. The appli-
cant must submit the appropriate documentation and
meet the requirements as outlined in the Florida Resi-
dent Affidavit.

B. Non-Florida Resident: An applicant is classified as a
Non-Florida resident for tuition purposes when the
applicant does not qualify as a Florida resident for tu-
ition purposes. The applicant must sign the Non-Florida
Resident Affidavit on the back of the Admissions Ap-
plication.

C. Required Evidence: The following documentation
may be requested, considered, and accepted as evidence
of establishing a legal residence in the State of Florida.
At least one of the following documents must be dated
at least twelve months immediately prior to the start
of classes for the semester in which the applicant plans
to enroll. No single document shall be conclusive.

— Proof of Purchase of Permanent Primary Florida
home.

— Professional/Occupational License in Florida.

— Full-time, Non-temporary Employment in Florida.
(e.g. W-2 forms, letter from employer)

— Part-fime Permanent Employment in Florida.

— Proof of Acceptance of Permanent Employment
in Florida.

— Florida Voter's Registration.

— Declaration of Domicile in Florida.

— Florida Vehicle Registration.

— Florida Driver's License.

— Proof of Homestead Exemption.

D. Reclassification: Florida statute provides that a stu-
dent can request a reclassification from a Non-Florida
Resident to a Florida Resident. The burden of proof
rests with the student. It is important to understand that ,
living in or attending school in Florida is not suffi-
cient evidence to establish residency for tuition pur-
poses. The student must show that he/she was in Florida
to maintain a bona fide domicile. The Office of the
Registrar staff examines all requests for reclassifica-
tion of residency and supporting documentation. Of-
fice of the Registrar staff is authorized to make
residency determinations as of the semester for which
application for reclassification is made. The following

documentation may be requested, considered, and ac-
cepted as evidence of establishing legal residence in
Florida. At least two of the following documents must
be dated at least twelve months immediately prior to
the start of classes for the semester in which the appli-
cant plans to enroll. Requests for reclassification of
residency must be submitted by the published dead-
line. (Please see the Academic Calendar on page 12
for more information.) No single document shall be
conclusive.

— Proof of Purchase of Permanent Primary Florida
home.

— Professional/Occupational License in Florida.

— Full-time, Non-temporary Employment in Florida,
(e.g. W-2 forms, letter from employer)

— Part-time Permanent Employment in Florida.

— Proof of Acceptance of Permanent Employment
in Florida.

— Florida Voter's Registration.

— Declaration of Domicile in Florida.

— Florida Vehicle Registration.

— Florida Driver's License.

— Proof of Homestead Exemption.

College Rights

Edison Community College reserves the right to deny
admission to any applicant, to suspend or dismiss any stu-
dent whose behavior is not in keeping with the best inter-
ests of Edison and to add, delete or change any of the
regulations, rules, policies, procedures, fees, courses, or
teaching assignments without notice.

REGISTRATION

Registering for classes at Edison is easy and conve-
nient using Edison's student on-line services (http://
www.edison.edu). Students can also register for classes by
visiting one of Edison's three campuses or the Hendry/
Glades Services. Special services for disabled students are
available upon request. The Schedule of Classes is pub-
lished each semester and is available in all Student Ser-
vices Offices on Edison's campuses, and through Edison's
student on-line services (http://www.edison.edu).

Please refer to the Academic Calendar for registration
dates. Separate registration periods are set for web regis-
tration, and for on-campus registration. Other important
registration dates such as late registration, add/drop period,
refund and withdrawal deadlines, are also set in the Aca-
demic Calendar. The Academic Calendar is published in
this Catalog and in each Schedule of Classes.

Placement testing is required of all degree and certifi-
cate-seeking students prior to registration. Testing is used
to determine placement in English, mathematics, and read-
ing courses. (Please see Assessment Services page 52 for
more information)

All students, by registering for classes, assume the re-
sponsibility for familiarizing themselves with and abiding
by the regulations, rules, policies and procedures of Edison
Community College.

Academic Course Load

A student may not take more than eighteen credit hours
during the Fall, Spring or Summer semesters or nine cred-
its during a mini-semester without the written permission
of an academic advising specialist. Edison reserves the right
to limit the number of credits a student can enroll in if the
student has been placed on academic warning or suspen-
sion. There is no minimum class load.

Adding or Dropping Courses

Students can add or drop courses, or change sections
through the last day to drop with a refund, as published in
the College Catalog and in the Schedule of Classes. Stu-
dents are financially liable for all courses that they are reg-
istered in after the last day to drop with a refund.

Auditing a Course

Students who intend to register for a college credit
course for which they do not want college credit may reg-
ister as an audit student. Students are not allowed to change
from audit status to credit status, or from credit status to
audit status once the last day to drop with a refund has
passed. Audit registration fees are the same as for credit.
Audit students may participate in class activities, but are
not required to take examinations and will not receive a
grade or credit.

Class Cancellations

Edison attempts to honor its commitment to provide
the classes scheduled for a given semester. However, at
times, it is necessary to cancel a class due to low enroll-
ment or the availability of a qualified instructor. In such
cases, every effort is made to find an appropriate alternate
class for the students.

Effective Catalog Policy

The college catalog is the official document that de-
scribes the policies, academic programs and requirements
for students attending Edison. Students are responsible for
knowing and adhering to the policies and requirements that
affect them. A student's effective catalog is the Edison cata-
log in effect at the time of the student's initial enrollment
at Edison. A continuously enrolled student may choose to
meet the graduation requirements specified in either the
catalog in effect at the time of initial enrollment or at the
time of graduation. A student whose enrollment was inter-
rupted for more than one year must meet the graduation
requirements of the catalog in effect at the time of read-
mission or at the time of graduation. Students entering lim-
ited access programs, such as Nursing, must meet the
graduation requirements of the catalog in effect at the time
of entry into the limited access program. Although Edison
faculty, staff and administrators help students meet the re-
quirements for a degree or certificate, it is the student's
responsibility to meet those requirements. Edison does not
award a degree or certificate until all requirements and
obligations have been met. Questions regarding applica-
tion of this rule can be directed to the Office of the Regis-
trar.

Final Examinations

To receive credit for a course in which you are offi-
cially registered, you must take the final examiniation. It is
the student's responsibility to know when and where the
final examination is scheduled. The final examination
schedule is published in the Schedule of Classes each
semester.

I.D. Cards

All credit students are entitled to a photo identifica-
tion card. The photo identification card is required in the
Learning Resource Center and in the various academic com-
puter laboratories. Photo identification cards are also re-
quired when selling textbooks back to the bookstore.
Information on when and where photographs are taken is
posted on each campus.

Late Registration Fee

Students who register for classes during the late regis-
tration period, as published in the College Catalog and the
Schedule of Classes, are automatically assessed a non-re-
fundable $25 late registration fee. This fee is not assessed
to students who registered prior to the late registration pe-
riod and who are doing schedule adjustments.

Maximum Course Attempts

According to State Board of Education Rule 6A-
14.0301, students may attempt the same course a maxi-
mum of three times at Edison. Enrollment in a course
beyond the last day to drop with a refund counts as an at-
tempt for the purposes of this rule. Upon the third attempt,
the student is not permitted to withdraw from the course
and will receive a grade for the course. Course withdraw-
als and earned grades count toward the maximum attempts.

Payment of Registration Fees

Registration fees are assessed at the time of registra-
tion and must be paid by the payment due date. Registra-
tion is not finalized until all registration fees are paid. The
student's registration is canceled if payment is not made
by the student's payment due date. Registration fees for
courses added by the student after payment of initial regis-
tration fees must be paid for by the new payment due date,
or the student must drop the course(s) by the last day to
drop with a refund. Students who fail to drop an unpaid
course are billed by the Business Office for all applicable
fees.

Refund Policy

Refunds of matriculation, tuition and special fees are
made only if the student drops the class by the last day to
drop with a refund, as published in the College Catalog
and in the Schedule of Classes.

Exceptions to the Refund Policy may be authorized
for certain events occurring prior to the mid-point of the
semester. Student requests for refunds must be submitted
through formal petition prior to the end of the next semes-
ter. Petition forms are available in the Office of the Regis-
trar or the Campus President's Office. (Please see Petitions
page 28 for more information) Completed petitions and
supporting documentation must be submitted to the Office
of the Registrar or the Campus President's Office.

A student who is withdrawn from a class or classes
because of administrative action, except for disciplinary
reasons, is entitled to a full refund of matriculation, tuition
and special fees.

A student who is withdrawn from a class or classes for
disciplinary reasons is not entitled to a refund of matricu-
lation, tuition and special fees.

Financial aid recipients receiving a refund may be sub-
ject to applicable federal and state regulations and laws.

Edison reserves the right to apply any refund due to
the student's account if the student has outstanding finan-
cial obligadons.

Refund checks are made payable to the student and
are mailed to the student's address of record as listed in
Edison's student information system.

Student Classifications

A. Full Time: A student enrolled in twelve credits or more
during the Fall, Spring or Summer semesters, or six
credits or more during a mini-semester is considered
to be a full-time student.

B. Part Time: A student enrolled in fewer than twelve cred-
its during the Fall, Spring or Summer semesters, or
fewre than six credits during a mini-semester is con-
sidered to be a part-time student.

C. Freshman: A student who has earned less than thirty
college credits is considered to be a freshman.

D. Sophomore: A student who has earned thirty or more
college credits is considered to be a sophomore.

E. Non-Credit: Students enrolled in Continuing Educa-
tion courses, which are not offered for college credit,
are considered Non-Credit Students.

Student On-line Services Access

Students must use their student ID number, which is a
nine-digit number beginning with @ and followed by eight
numbers, and their Personal Identification Numebr (PIN),
which is inifially the student's date of birth in a six-digit
format (mmddyy), to access the student on-line services.
Students are required to change their initial PIN the first
time they access the student on-line services to a unique
PIN. It is important to remember the unique PIN as you are
required to enter the PIN to access the student on-line ser-
vices. Students can register and pay for classes, view grade
and transcript information, and view financial aid informa-
tion, just to name a few of the functions available through
the student on-line services.

Third Attempt Course Surcharge

The Third Attempt Course Surcharge is assessed for
certain repeat enrollments taken at Edison after July 1 , 1 997.
Florida Statute requires that any student enrolled in the same
state-funded undergraduate course, including college pre-
paratory courses, more than two times after July 1 , 1997 be
assessed this surcharge. Florida Statute also provides a one-
time exception to the surcharge based on extenuating cir-
cumstances or financial hardship. (Please see Petitions page
28 for more information).

Withdrawal

A student can withdraw from any course by submit-
ting the necessary form to the Office of the Registrar be-
fore the last day to withdraw, as published in the College
Catalog and in the Schedule of Classes. Withdrawals after
that date may be granted only through established Edison
procedures. (Please see Petitions page 28 for more infor-
mation.)

Students who officially withdraw from a course or
courses before the withdrawal deadline receive a grade of
"W". Students are limited to two withdrawals per course.
Upon the third attempt, the student is not permitted to with-
draw from the course and must receive a grade for the
course.

Withdrawing from a course or courses may affect a
student's financial aid status, may result in the student hav-
ing to pay the third attempt course surcharge to retake the

course, and may affect the student's anticipated graduation
date.

Students should speak with their professor before with-
drawing from a course. Students should speak with an aca-
demic advising specialist to discuss the imapct of a
withdrawal on the student's education plan. Students should
speak with a financial aid specialist to discuss the impact
of a withdrawal on the student's financial aid.

DEGREE ACCELERATION PROGRAMS

Edison Community College encourages students to
accelerate their education by providing the following ac-
celeration programs. These programs allow students to
shorten the time required to complete a degree or certifi-
cate by earning college credit based on the student's acqui-
sition of knowledge prior to or during their attendance at
Edison.
I. ACCELERATED PROGRAMS FOR HIGH

SCHOOL STUDENTS:

A. Dual Enrollment:

Dual enrollment provides an opportunity for
qualified high school juniors and seniors to enroll
in Edison courses while still enrolled in high
school. Dual enrollment students receive both high
school and college credit. College preparatory, and
Health and Wellness courses are not included in
the dual enrollment program.

To qualify for dual enrollment, all seniors and
Collier County juniors must have a minimum
unweighted high school GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
(all other juniors must have a minimum
unweighted high school GPA of 3.5), and must
demonstrate readiness for college-level work.
Readiness for college-level work is determined
through achievement of the State minimum cut-
off scores on the appropriate sections of the
FCELPT, or appropriate ACT-E or SAT-R scores.
(Please see Assessment Services page 52 for more
information.)

Dual enrollment students must submit a com-
pleted Accelerated Programs form listing the
courses that they are approved to register for each
term. Accelerated Programs forms must be signed
by the high school principal or designee, the par-
ent if the applicant is under 18, and the applicant

Dual Enrollment courses are taught on the high
school campus or on the college campus. Dual
enrollment students are exempt from application,
matriculation and special fees. Textbooks and in-
structional materials for public school students are
provided by the school district through the high
school. Students enrolled in non-public second-
ary schools or in home school programs must pay
for their textbooks and instructional materials.

B. Early Admissions:

Early Admissions provides an opportunity for
qualified high school seniors to enroll full-time in
Edison courses while still enrolled in high school.
Dual enrollment students receive both high school
and college credit. College preparatory, and Health
and Wellness courses are not included in the early
admissions program.

To qualify for dual enrollment, seniors must
have a minimum unweighted high school GPA of
3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and must demonstrate readi-
ness for college-level work. Readiness for college-
level work is determined through achievement of
the State minimum cutoff scores on the appropri-
ate sections of the FCELPT, or appropriate ACT-
E or SAT-R scores. (Please see Assessment
Services page 52 for more information.)

Early admissions students must submit a com-
pleted Accelerated Programs form listing the
courses that they are approved to register for each
term. Accelerated Programs forms must be signed
by the high school principal or designee, the par-
ent if the applicant is under 18, and the applicant

Early admissions courses are taught on the
Edison campus. Early admissions students are
exempt from application, matriculation and spe-
cial fees. Textbooks and instructional materials for
public school students are provided by the school
district through the high school. Students enrolled
in non-public secondary schools or in home school
programs must pay for their textbooks and instruc-
tional materials.
C. Credit-In-Escrow:

Credit-in-escrow provides an opportunity for
qualified high school students to enroll in Edison
courses while still enrolled in high school. Credit-
in-escrow students earn college credit but do not
receive high school credit.

To qualify for credit-in-escrow, high school stu-
dents must have a minimum unweighted high
school GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, and must dem-
onstrate readiness for college-level work if appli-
cable. Readiness for college-level work is
determined through achievement of the State mini-
mum cutoff scores on the appropriate sections of
the FCELPT, or appropriate ACT-E or SAT-R
scores. (Please see Assessment Services page 52
for more information.)

Credit-in-escrow students must submit a com-
pleted Accelerated Programs form listing the
courses that they are approved to register for each
term. Accelerated Programs forms must be signed
by the high school principal or designee, the par-
ent if the applicant is under 18, and the applicant.

Credit-in-escrow courses are taught on the
Edison campus. Credit-in-escrow students must
pay all application, matriculation and special fees.
Credit-in-escrow students must pay for their text-
books and instructional materials.

II. ADVANCED PLACEMENT

Edison Community College participates in the Advanced Placement Program (AP) offered by the College Board to
provide greater flexibility and opportunity for high school students to proceed with their education. Students must
submit to the Office of the Registrar an official transcript from the College Board for scores to be considered. Edison
Community College awards college credit for qualifying AP examination scores based on standards recommended by
the Florida Department of Education and the Articulation Coordinating Committee. Acceptance of AP tests and scores
is subject to change without notice. AP credit is not granted if the student has already earned credit for the course.

AP Examination

Score of 3
Course

Score of 4
Course

Score of 5
Course

Art History ARH 1000

Biology BSC 1005/1005L ..

Calculus AB MAC 2311

Calculus BC MAC 2311

Chemistry CHM 2020/2020L .

Computer Science A COS 1075

Computer Science AB CGS 1076

Economics I ECO 2013

Economics 11 ECO 2023

English Language and

Composition ENC 1101

English Literature and

Composition ENC 1101

Environmental Science ISC 1051/1051L....

European History EUH 1000

French FRE2200

German GER 2200

Government and Politics:

Comparative CPO 2002

Government and Pohtics:

United States POS 2041

Human Geography GEO 2400

Music Theory MUT 1001

If composite score
is 3 or higher
MUT 11 11, 1241
If both aural and
nonaural subscores
are 3 or higher

Physics B PHY 1053/1053L ..

Physics C: Electricity/Magnetism PHY 1054/1054L

Physics C: Mechanics PHY 1053/1053L

Psychology PSY 2012

Spanish SPN 2200

Statistics STA2023

Studio Art: Drawing Portfolio ART 1300C

Studio Art: 2-D Design Portfolio ART 1201C

Studio Art: 3-D Design Portfolio ART 1203C

United States History AMH 2010

World History WOH 1023

.ARH 1050, 1051 ARH 1050, 1051

.BSC 1005/1005L BSC 1010/lOlOLand

1011/lOllL

.MAC 231 1 MAC 231 1

.MAC 231 1,2312 MAC 231 1,2312

.CHM2045/2045L CHM 2045/2045L and

2046/2046L

.CGS 1075 CGS 1075

.CGS 1076 CGS 1076

.ECO 2013 ECO 2013

.ECO 2023 ECO 2023

.ENC 1 101, 1 102 ENC 1 101, 1 102

.ENC 1 101, 1 102 or ENC 1 101, 1 102 or

LIT 1005 LIT 1005

.ISC 1051/1051L ISC 1051/1051L

.EUH 1000, 1001 EUH 1000, 1001

.FRE 2200, 2201 FRE 2200, 2201

.GER 2200, 2201 GER 2200, 2201

.CPO 2002 CPO 2002

.POS 2041 POS 2041

.GEO 2400 GEO 2400

.MUT 1001 MUT 1001

If composite score If composite score

is 3 or higher is 3 or higher

MUT1111,1241 MUT1111,1241

If both aural and If both aural and

nonaural subscores nonaural subscores

are 3 or higher are 3 or higher

.PHY 1053/1053Land PHY 1053/1053Land

1054/1054L 1054/1054L

.PHY2049/2049L PHY 2049/2049L

.PHY2048/2048L PHY 2048/2048L

.PSY 2012 PSY 2012

.SPN 2200, 2201 SPN 2200, 2201

.STA2023 STA2023

.ART1300C ART1300C

.ART 1201C ART 1201C

.ART 1203C ART 1203C

.AMH 2010, 2020 AMH 2010, 2020

.WOH 1023 WOH 1023

III. COLLEGE-LEVEL EXAMINATION PROGRAM (CLEP)

Edison Community College participates in the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) offered by the Educa-
tional Testing Service (ETS) to provide greater flexibility and opportunity for students to proceed with their education.
Students must submit to the Office of the Registrar an official transcript from the Educational Testing Service for
scores to be considered. Edison Community College awards college credit for qualifying CLEP examination scores
based on standards recommended by the Florida Department of Education and the Articulation Coordinating Commit-
tee. Acceptance of CLEP tests and scores is subject to change without notice. CLEP credit is not granted if the student
has already earned credit for the course. The Nursing Program at Edison Community College does not accepted CLEP
credit for DEP 2004 Human Growth and Development. For additional information, contact the Assessment Services
area on your local campus.

CLEP EXAMINATION Score Course

BUSINESS

Information Systems and Computer Applications 50 CGS 1077

Introduction to Business Law 50 BUL 2241

Principles of Accounting 50 ACG 1001

Principles of Management 50 MAN 2021

Principles of Marketing 50 MAR 201 1

COMPOSITION AND LITERATURE

American Literature 50 AML2000

American Literature 55 AML 2010, 2020

Enghsh Composition with essay 50 ENC 1101

English Literature 50 ENL2000

English Literature 55 ENL 2012, 2022

FOREIGN LANGUAGES

French Language 50 FRE 1120

French Language 52 FRE 1120, 1121

German Language 50 GER 1 120

German Language 63 GER 1120, 1 121

Spanish Language 50 SPN 1 120

Spanish Language 54 SPN 1120. 1121

HISTORY AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

American Government 50 POS 2041

History of the United States I 54 AMH 2010

History of the United States n 55 AMH 2020

Human Growth & Development 63 DEP 2004

Introduction to Educational Psychology 50 EDP2002

Introduction to Psychology 54 PSY 2012

Introduction to Sociology 50 SYG 1000

Principles of Macroeconomics 54 ECO 2013

Principles of Microeconomics 54 ECO 2023

Western Civilization 1 57 EUH 1000

Western Civihzation H 56 EUH 1001

SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS

Biology 50 BSC 1005

Calculus with Elementary Functions 50 MAC 2233

Chemistry 50 CHM 2020

College Algebra 50 MAC 1 105

College Algebra-Trigonometry 50 MAC 1 147

Mathematics 50 MGF 1 107

Trigonometry 50 MAC 1 1 14

IV. INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) PROGRAM

Edison Community College accepts the International Baccalaureate (IB) offered by the International Baccalaureate
Organization to provide greater flexibility and opportunity for high school students to proceed with their education.
Students must submit to the Office of the Registrar an official transcript from the International Baccalaureate Organi-
zation for scores to be considered. Edison Community College awards college credit for IB examination scores based
on standards recommended by the Florida Department of Education and the Articulation Coordinating Committee.
Acceptance of IB tests and scores is subject to change without notice. IB credit is not granted if the student has already
earned credit for the course.

Students who receive the IB Diploma are granted college credit for scores of four (4) or higher on both higher level
and standard level examinations as listed below. Students who do not receive the IB diploma are granted college credits
for scores of five (5) or above on IB higher level examinations only.

IB EXAMINATION

Score of 4
Course

Score of 5
Course

Score of 6, 7
Course

Biology

BSC 1005/1(X)5L

BSC 1005/1005L, 1010/lOlOL

Chemistry

CHM 2020/2020L

CHM 2020/2020L, 2045/2045L

Computer Science

CGS 1078

CGS 1078, CGS Elective

Design Engineering

ETI 1410

ETI 1410, ETI Elective

Economics

ECO 2000

ECO 2013, 2023

English A 1

ENCllOl

ENCllOl, 1102

Environmental Studies

ISC 1 050/1 050L

ISC 1050/1050L

BSC 1050/1050L

French B

FRE1121

FRE 1121,2200

FRE 1121, 2200

Further Mathematics

MHF 1202

MHF 1202, 1209

Geography

GEA2000

GEO 2200, 2400

German B

GER1121

GER 1121,2200

History

WOH 1030

WOH 1030, History Elect.

Math Methods

MAC 1 105

MAC 1105, 1140

MAC 1 140, 2233

Math Studies

MAT 1033

MAT 1033, MGF 1106

Mathematics

MAC 1147

MAC 1147, 2233

MAC 2233, 2311

Music

MUL 1010

MUL 1010, MUT 1001

Philosophy

PHI 2010

PHI 2010, PHI Elective

Physics

PHY 1020/1020L

PHY 1020/1020L, 1009/1009L

PHY 1053/1053L, 1054/1054L

Psychology

PS Y 2012

PSY 201 2, PSY Elective

PSY 2012, PSY Elective

Russian B

RUS 1121

RUS 1121,2200

Social Anthropology

ANT 1410

ANT 1410, 1511

Spanish B

SPN1121

SPN 1121, 2200

SPN 1121,2200

Theatre Arts

THE 1020

THE 1020, THE Elective

Visual Arts

ART Elective

ART Elective (2)

V. SERVICEMEMBER'S OPPORTUNITY
COLLEGE

The American Association of Community Colleges
has designated Edison Community College as a Ser-
vice-member's Opportunity College (SOC). Aside
from stated and traditional means of obtaining credit
toward degree or certificate programs, the following
special policies, procedures, and services are available
to active-duty service members, the National Guard,
reserves, new recruits and veterans:

Credit may be earned through the College Level Ex-
amination Program (Please see CLEP page 23 for more
information).

Credit may be earned through relevant, validated
military service training, including military service
schools and United States Armed Forces Institute
(USAFI) courses. The recommendations found in the
American Council on Education Guide to the Evalua-
tion of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services
serve as the basis for accepting such training and award-
ing college credit. Recommendations in the ACE Guide
are advisory in nature and credit awarded is at the dis-
cretion of Edison.

After enrolling at Edison, a student may initiate the
request for such credit by providing appropriate docu-
mentation as determined by Edison. (Please see Credit
from Military Service Schools below for more infor-
mation)

Credit From Military Service Schools

Edison may award college credit for military ser-
vice school training in accordance with the following
conditions and stipulations:

1 . The person making the request must be applying
or currently enrolled as a degree-seeking student.

2. The person making the request must submit the
following documents to the Office of the Regis-
trar at the time the request is made:

a. Armed Forces of the United States Report of
Transfer or Discharge.

b. Course Completion Certificate for each ser-
vice school/course for which credit is being
requested.

c. DD214 Form or DD295 (currently enlisted).

3. In addition to the documents required in (2) above,
the student requesting acceptance of credit from
U.S. Army Military Occupational Specialt>' (MOS)
schools/courses must provide the following docu-
ments:

a. Course Completion Certificates from each
MOS producing school/course completed.

b. USAEEC Form 10 (for enlisted personnel
from October 1975 though December 1976).

c. The Officer Qualifications Record (DA Form
66) for Warrant Officers.

4. In addition to the documents required in (2) above,
the student requesting acceptance of credit from
U.S. Navy general rates and ratings schools/
courses, must provide the following document:
a. Navy Occupational/Training and Awards His-
tory (NAVPERS 1070/604).

5. The recommendations found in the American
Council on Education Guide to the Evaluation of
Educational Experiences in the Armed Services
serve as the basis for accepting such training and
awarding college credit. Recommendations in the
ACE Guide are advisory in nature and credit
awarded is at the discretion of Edison.

6. Credit may be granted under this rule in those ar-
eas appropriate to the lower division baccalaure-
ate level. The credits may be included in the
student's degree program as long as the credits
fulfill published degree requirements.

VL PORTFOLIO-ASSISTED CREDIT PROGRAM

The Portfolio-Assisted Credit Program allows stu-
dents to shorten the time required to complete a de-
gree or certificate, by awarding college credit for
learning acquired through experience. Students may
be awarded college credit for courses in the area of
business administration, which are listed below.

OST 2335 Business Communications

SLS 1331 Personal Business Skills

SBM 2000 Small Business Management

MKA 1161 Introduction to Customer Service

MKA 1511 Advertising and Sales Promotion

MKA 2021 Salesmanship

HFT 2410 Front Office Procedures

HFT 2750 Convention Management and Services

The Portfolio-Assisted Credit Program policies are
outlined below:

• To be eligible to submit a portfolio for evaluation, stu-
dents must be degree-seeking at Edison Community
College, or plan to transfer the credit to a degree pro-
gram offered through the Edison University Center.

• Students must have earned a minimum of 18 college
credits from a regionally-accredited college or univer-
sity before submitting a portfolio for evaluation.

• Before submitting a portfolio for evaluation, students
must complete SLS 1320 Exploring Learning from
Experience, with a passing grade.

• Students must first take an English composition course
before submitting a portfolio if a written essay is part
of the portfolio requirement.

• Students must pay the portfolio assessment fee before
receiving advising assistance or submitting a portfolio
for evaluation. Payment of the assessment fee does not
guarantee that credit will be awarded for the portfolio.
Financial aid does not cover the portfolio assessment
fee.

Portfolio credit is only awarded for those courses iden-
tified as being eligible for portfolio credit. The portfo-
lio assessment advisor has a list of those courses.
Students have 1 80 days from the date of payment of
the assessment fee to complete and submit a portfolio
for a specified course. In the event that day 180 falls
on a day that the College is closed, the portfolio must
be submitted no later than the first subsequent day that
the College is open. After this deadline, the student
may pay the assessment fee again and have an addi-
tional 180 days to submit the portfolio, with permis-
sion of the advising specialist. This fee may be waived
with permission of the Academic Dean if the student
provides documentation of mitigating circumstances
that prevented completion of the portfolio. A student
may not exceed a total of 360 days to submit a portfo-
lio for a specified course.

Once a completed portfolio is received by a faculty
member for evaluation, the faculty member has 14 days
to complete the evaluation.

A faculty evaluator may decide not to award credit for
a portfolio if the portfolio does not meet the established
criteria. A denial of credit may be appealed only for
the following reasons:
1 . The faculty member failed to follow established

policies and procedures concerning the portfolio

evaluation.

2. The faculty member failed to evaluate the portfo-
lio according to established criteria.

3. The student has reason to believe that there was an
error in reporting the outcome of the evaluation.

It is the responsibility of the student to demonstrate
that one of the above conditions existed. Appeals must
be submitted to the appropriate Academic Dean within
30 days of notification of denial of credit. The Aca-
demic Dean must notify the student within 30 days of
the outcome of the appeal. The decision of the Dean is
final.

A minimum of 15 credits must be earned through
courses at Edison Community College before credit
earned from portfolio is posted to the Edison Commu-
nity College transcript.

Not all colleges and universities accept portfoho credit
in transfer. Students who are planning to transfer their
portfolio credit should check with the college or uni-
versity to which they intend to transfer to see if the
portfolio credit will be accepted.

STUDENT RECORDS

Edison Community College respects each student's
right to privacy and releases, provides access to, and main-
tains a student's record in accordance with all applicable
state and federal regulations.

Academic Second Chance

The Academic Second Chance policy allows students
to request that transfer or Edison coursework that is five
calendar years or older be excluded from GPA calculations
and in determining graduation eligibility. Students must
complete all admissions requirements and be admitted to a
degree or certificate program. Academic Second Chance is
a one time non-reversible opportunity.

The student must submit a completed Academic Sec-
ond Chance petition to the Office of the Registrar on the
Lee County Campus, or to the Office of the Campus Presi-
dent on the Charlotte and Collier campuses. The student
must complete a minimum of twelve semester hours while
maintaining a GPA of 2.00 or higher for the petition to be
considered. ESL/ENS/EAP and college preparatory courses
are not included when calculating the twelve semester hour
minimum and the 2.0 GPA.

The following statement is added to the student's tran-
script when the petition is approved: "Academic Second
Chance policy has been applied." All grades and courses
remain on the transcript.

The Academic Second Chance policy is applied only
once and it cannot be reversed. Students planning to trans-
fer to another college or university are cautioned that the
receiving institution may use all grades earned when com-
puting a GPA for admissions eligibility or for other pur-
poses. Academic Second Chance has no effect on the
student's financial aid award history. Academic Second
Chance has no effect on the calculation of course attempts
related to the multiple course attempts surcharge.

Custodians of Student Records

Edison Community College has designated the Dis-
trict Registrar as the official custodian of general student
records. The District Director of Financial Aid has been
designated as the official custodian of student financial aid
records. The Information contained in a student's record
becomes the property of Edison and is not released with-
out the written permission of the student.

Directory Information

Under the terms of the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA), Edison has established the follow-
ing as directory information:

1. Student's name.

2. Student's local address and telephone number.

3. Student's permanent address and telephone number.

4. Current term hours enrolled.

5. Major.

6. Date(s) of enrollment.

7. Degree(s) and honors earned and dates.

8. Participation in officially recognized activities or
sports.

9. Date of birth.

1 0. Previous colleges attended.

Although the above directory information may be avail-
able for release to the general public, Edison does not rou-
tinely release such information to third parties. Under
FERPA, students have the right to inform Edison that any
or all of the student's directory information is not to be
released. Edison honors the student's request to restrict the
release of "Directory Information" as stated previously. To
withhold information, a student must notify the Office of
the Registrar in writing prior to the end of the drop/add
period each semester. Status of disclosure at the last regis-
tration period is binding and all records are noted: "Re-
stricted Information, FERPA. No information is to be
released without the written consent of the student."

Duplicate Grade Reports

Students needing official verification of their final
grades should submit a completed Duplicate Grade Report
Request to the Office of the Registrar at least one week
before the duplicate grade report is needed. Duplicate grade
report requests are not processed for any student with an
obligation to Edison such as unpaid fees, overdue loans,
library books, audiovisual equipment, or whose admission
records are not complete. The duplicate grade report is
mailed to the student's home address, as recorded in
Edison's student information system. There is no charge
for a duplicate grade report. The final grade is the only
grade that appears on the student's transcript.

Enrollment Verifications

Students needing official verification of their enroll-
ment should submit a completed Enrollment Verification
Request to the Office of the Registrar at least one week
before the verification is needed. Enrollment Verification
Requests should include the specific information needed
such as actual dates of attendance, full-time/part-time sta-
tus, residency status, etc. Enrollment Verification requests
are only processed for the current or previous semesters.
Future semester enrollment verifications are only processed
after the last day to drop with a refund for that semester.
Enrollment Verification requests are not processed for any
student or alumnus with an obligation to Edison such as
unpaid fees, overdue loans, library books, audiovisual
equipment, or whose admission records are not complete.

Final Grade Reports

Final Grades are available to students after the end of
each semester through Edison's student on-line services
(http://www.edison.edu), or through the FACTS website
(http://facts.org). Edison does not mail final grade reports.

Grade Corrections

A request for a grade correction must be made during
the semester immediately following the semester in which
the incorrect grade was assigned. The instructor who taught
the class and the appropriate academic dean must approve
the grade correction.

Notification of Access and Review of Student
Records

(Public Law 93-380 Buckley Amendment)

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their'
education records. These rights are:

1 . The right to inspect and review their education record
within 45 days of Edison receiving a request for ac-
cess. The student should submit to the District Regis-
trar or other appropriate Edison official, a written
request that identifies the record(s) the student wishes
to inspect. The Edison official arranges for access and
notifies the student of the time and place where the
student may inspect the records. In the case where a
request is presented to an Edison official who does not
maintain the requested records, the Edison official ad-
vises the student of the correct official to whom the
request should addressed.

2. The right to request the amendment of their education
records if the student believes the record is inaccurate
or misleading. The student should submit to the Dis-
trict Registrar or other appropriate Edison official, a
written request clearly identifying the part of the record
the student wants changed, and specifying why it is
inaccurate or misleading. The Edison official notifies
the student if it is decided not to amend the record as
requested by the student. The Edison official advises
the student of their right to a hearing regarding the re-
quest for amendment and provides additional informa-
tion regarding the hearing procedures to the student.

3. The right to request the non-disclosure of personally
identifiable information contained in their education
record, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes dis-
closure without consent. Students should contact the
Office of the Registrar for more information. One ex-
ception that permits disclosure without consent is the
disclosure to school officials with legitimate educa-
tional interests. A school official is a person employed
by Edison in an administrative, supervisory, academic,
research, or support staff position (including law en-
forcement unit personnel), a person or company with
whom Edison has contracted (such as an attorney, au-
ditor, or collecfion agent), a person serving on the Dis-

trict Board of Trustees, or a student serving on an offi-
cial committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance
committee, or assisting another school official in per-
forming their duties. A school official has legitimate
educational interests if the official needs to review an
education record to fulfill their professional responsi-
bility. Upon request, Edison discloses education records
without consent to officials of school(s) to which the
student seeks or intends to enroll.
4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department
of Education concerning alleged failures by Edison to
comply with the requirements of FERPA.

Petitions

The Petitions process is designed to review, based on a
student's written request, Edison's policies or procedures
related to:

- Admissions eligibility to the College,

- Substitution/waiver of a course required for a degree
or certificate program,

- Readmission from Academic Suspension/Dismissal,

- Excepfion to the Maximum Attempts Policy

- Exception to the Third Attempt Surcharge, or

- Exception to Registration polices or deadlines.
Students begin the process by completing an official

petition form available in the Office of the Registrar, Of-
fice of Counseling and Advising, or the Campus President's
Office. Completed petitions must be submitted to the same
office by the end of the semester immediately following
the semester in which the event occurred. Petitions that are
more than one academic year old are not considered. It is
the responsibility of the Student Petitions Committee to
act on the petition, or to forward the petition to the appro-
priate College Administrator for review.

Many petitions, especially those regarding admissions
processes or standard substitution for required courses, are
handled directly in the Office of the Registrar. Those peti-
tions that the Student Petitions Committee feels need to be
referred elsewhere are sent to the appropriate college ad-
ministrator responsible for that area. The College Admin-
istrator makes a determination based on the information
collected by his/her office or provided by the student, and
may request a meeting with the student for further infor-
mation or clarification. The petition decision is returned to
the Office of the Registrar, which informs the student of
the decision by mail.

Appeal of an Academic Petition

A student has a right to appeal a decision made on an
academic petition. A student wishing to appeal a decision
must complete an appeal form, and return it to the Office
of the Registrar or the Campus President's Office. The ap-
peal is forwarded to the appropriate academic dean or the
Campus President's Office, if the appropriate academic dean
or the Campus President had not previously reviewed the
petition. The appeal is forwarded to the District Vice Presi-
dent for Academic Affairs' Office if the appropriate aca-

demic dean or the Campus President made the original de-
cision. A copy of the original petition is automatically part
of the subsequent appeal. An appeal is not simply a review
of the original petition decision but a request to reverse the
original decision. The student must supply new, relevant,
previously unconsidered information, or present an argu-
ment as to why the original petition decision should be re-
versed. For an appeal to be successful, new information
must be critical to the case, and new consideration or argu-
ments should prove the student's case conclusively. The
reviewing office may request a meeting or additional in-
formation for clarification. The District Vice President for
Academic Affairs has responsibility for making the final
academic decision for Edison. Appeal forms are available
in the Office of the Registrar or Campus President's Of-
fice.

Release of Student Information

Edison may, without the written consent of the stu-
dent, release information from the student's education
record to a court of competent jurisdiction in compliance
with a court order of that court or to the attorney of record
pursuant to a lawfully issued subpoena, provided that in
advance of compliance with the court order or subpoena
Edison notified the student. A student who objects to the
release of their records must file a motion to quash the court
order or subpoena, and provide Edison with copies of the
relevant legal documents. All releases of student informa-
tion are made in compliance with state and federal regula-
tions.

Transcripts

Students needing an official Edison transcript should
submit a completed Transcript Request Form to the Ofilce
of the Registrar at least one week before the official tran-
script is needed. Official transcripts may also be requested
via Edison's student on-line services (http://
www.edison.edu). Transcript requests are not processed for
any student or alumnus with an obligation to Edison such
as unpaid fees, overdue loans, library books, audiovisual
equipment, or whose admission records are not complete.
The completed transcript request should contain the
student's name (at the time they attended Edison), student
identificafion number, date of birth, the name and address
of where the transcript is to be sent, and the student's sig-
nature. There is no charge for a transcript; however the
number of copies may be restricted. Unofficial transcripts
may be obtained via Edison's student on-line services (http:/
/www.edison.edu).

Substitution Policy for Students with
Disabilities

1 . Eligibility: Students who are learning impaired, visu-
ally impaired, dyslexic or have a specific learning dis-
ability are eligible for a reasonable substitution for any
requirement where documentation can be provided that
the student's failure to meet the requirement is related

to the disability. Substitutions shall be provided in the
areas of admission to the college, admission to a pro-
gram of study, or graduation where the substitution does
not constitute a fundamental alteration in the nature of
the program.

2. Documentafion: Documentation that is no more than
three years old, substantiating the nature of the dis-
ability, shall be provided by the student concurrent with
his or her request for a reasonable substitution for ad-
mission to a program of study, or graduation. Such
documentation shall be provided by a medical doctor,
psychologist, or other specialist recognized to treat the
specific disability.

3. Review Policy: Students with disabilities requesting
course substitutions must submit an Academic Peti-
tion to the Office of the Registrar. The petition shall
identify the substitution desired and the justification
for the substitution, and shall contain the documenta-
tion described in paragraph two above. The District
Registrar, in consultation with the appropriate academic
dean and the Coordinator for Students with Disabili-
ties, considers reasonable substitutions appropriate for
each individual student.

4. Substitution Decision: The final decision is communi-
cated in writing by the District Registrar to the student
and the Coordinator for Students with Disabilities.

5. Articulation: Any substitution previously granted to a
student transferring to the College by a Florida State
postsecondary institution is recognized by Edison. In
accordance with SBE 6A-10. 041(3), substitutions
granted by Edison are honored at any Florida State
postsecondary institution. It is the student's responsi-
bility to contact the out-of-state or private institution
receiving the course substitution to determine how the
substitution may be treated by the receiving institution.

6. Student Appeal: A student may appeal a denial of the
substitution request or determination of ineligibility in
writing to the District Vice President for Student Ser-
vices, who shall make the final decision. The appeal
must be filed within twentyone days of receipt of the
written denial. The decision of the District Vice Presi-
dent for Student Services is subject to the right of any
person whose substantial interests are determined to
request a hearing pursuant to Chapter 1 20, Florida Stat-
utes.

7. Records: The District Registrar and the Coordinator
for Students with Disabilities shall maintain records
on the number of students granted substitutions by type
of disability, the substitufion provided, the substitu-
tions identified as available for each documented dis-
ability and the number of requests that were denied.

TUITION AND FEES

Since the Catalog must be published well in advance
of the beginning of each school year, it is not always pos-
sible to anticipate fee changes. If the tuition and fees printed
here have to be revised, every effort will be made to publi-
cize the changes as far in advance as possible.

The most current tuition and fees are available at any
Cashier Office.

All fees are payable by the date shown on the student's
fee receipt. You may pay by cash, check, money order, VISA
or MasterCard, debit or credit card in person at any cam-
pus Cashier Office, by debit/credit card via the college's
web registration system or on the internet. The college re-
serves the right to drop a class, or classes, from a student's
registration if fees are not paid in full by the payment due
date.

Students who withdraw from classes and received fi-
nancial aid may have to repay all or part of their financial
aid award. Students who received financial aid should check
with the Financial Aid Office prior to withdrawing from
any classes.

Student financial responsibilities include library fines,
book replacement costs, parking and traffic fines, returned
checks, short-term loans, veteran deferments, employer or
other third-party delinquent payments and return of bor-
rowed equipment. Official transcripts of the student's record
will not be made unless all college-related financial respon-
sibilities have been satisfied.

Application Fee

There is a non-refundable fee to apply to

Edison Community College

U.S. Citizen $20.00

Non-U.S. Citizen 50.00

Application Fees for Limited Access
Programs

Nursing $15.00

Respiratory Care $15.00

Cardiovascular Technology $15.00

Radiologic Technology $15.00

Dental Hygiene $15.00

EMS/Paramedic $15.00

Recreation & Leisure, Seminars, Conferences
and Other Self-supporting Programs

Fees will be determined for each activity and will be listed
in the individual activity announcement.

$5.00

Student Access / ID Card

Students are charged a college access/
ID/Library Card fee each term.

Nursing Comprehensive Testing Package:

Nursing Testing Fees:

Nursing Comprehensive Testing Package $224.00

Basic Students Per Semester $56.00

Advanced Placement Students:

First Semester $112.00

Last Two Semesters $56.00

A&P Challenge Tests $16.00

Nursing Mobility Challenge Test $50.00

Insurance Fees

Below is a list of annual insurance fees that are charged to
students enrolled in health technology programs that re-
quire clinic liability insurance.

Nursing $26.50

Respiratory Care $26.50

Dental Hygiene $26.50

Radiologic Technology $26.50

Cardiovascular Technology $32.50

EMT-Basic Certificate Program $32.50

Paramedic Certificate Program $32.50

Other Fees and Charges

Late Registration $25.00

Lost Library Materials $32.00

Special Course Fees

An additional special course fee may be assessed for
laboratory and other high-cost courses, i.e. those that re-
quire equipment, supplies or other extraordinary costs. Spe-
cial course fees are listed in the Schedule of Classes
published for each term.

1\iition

(Including Audit)

Credit Programs'

Florida
Resident

Per Credit
Hour
$ 58.24

Non-
Resident

Per Credit
Hour
$217.10

Third Attempt Courses $217. 10 $217.10

Postsecondary Adult

Vocational Programs $ 46.62 $183.16

Continuing Workforce

Education Programs $105.72 $105.72

Credit Programs include Advanced & Professional, Postsecondary Vocational and College Preparatory courses.

Student Financial Information/Financial Aid

The staff of the Office of Student Financial Aid pro-
vides financial assistance to qualified students to attend
Edison. They administer the Work Study Program for stu-
dent employment, the Federal education grants (PELL and
FSEOG) and numerous other scholarships and loans pro-
vided by individuals, organizations and the Edison Com-
munity College Foundation. Application for all types of
student financial assistance should be made at the Finan-
cial Aid Office on any Edison Campus. Information bro-
chures and applications are available at all locations.

Financial Information

— Students or parents wishing to make payment by check
should make it payable to Edison Community Col-
lege for the amount of fees. Visa and Master Card credit
cards are also accepted at the Cashier's Office or
through the web registration system at www.
edison.edu

— Veterans who are eligible to receive monthly educa-
tional benefits should be prepared to meet ALL ex-
penses since the first checks are often delayed until
after a semester is in session.

— The College reserves the right to withhold students
from classes, final examinations, and graduation un-
less fees are paid in full. No grades, degrees, state-
ments of honorable dismissal, or transcript of credits
will be issued until satisfactory settlement of college
fees and other financial obligations have been met. This
includes loans to students.

— The cost of books and supplies varies with the pro-
gram of each student.

— The College reserves the right to change its fees at any
time without notice.

Financial Aid

Students are encouraged to come to the Financial Aid
Office for assistance in planning the financing of their col-
lege education. A variety of resources are available to as-
sist those unable to attend college. Assistance is awarded
to degree-seeking students enrolled for six (6) or more credit
hours in Fall and Spring semesters as a degree-seeking stu-
dent on the basis of financial need, scholastic achievement,
and character. Limited funds are available to qualified stu-
dents for the Summer semester. Applications for assistance
received after May 1, 2003, will be considered only if funds
are available. In order to remain eligible for scholarships,
work-study, loans and grants, a student must successfully
meet the requirements of the Standards of Academic
Progress for Financial Aid recipients.

Work Study Programs

Students enrolled for six (6) or more hours toward a
degree program and meet Federal requirements of finan-
cial need, and who are capable of maintaining adequate
grade point averages may be employed in part-time jobs to
help meet expenses. Jobs are available on campus. Off cam-
pus employment opportunities for community service are
also available. The College is an equal opportunity em-
ployer.

Loans

Edison Community College Short-Term Loan
Fund: The College makes short-term loans available to stu-
dents who need temporary assistance paying their tuition.
Applications are available at the Cashier's Office. A small
service fee will be charged and the loan balance is due on a
set date, prior to the end of the term.

Federal Family Education Loans: Long-term loans
are available through the federal government's Stafford
Loan program. Students must complete an annual FAFSA
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form and a loan
counseling entrance interview at the College. Eligibility and
certification for loans are determined by the Financial Aid
Office.

Grants

All students must complete an annual FAFSA (Free
Applicafion for Federal Student Aid) on www.fafsa.ed.gov
to establish qualification for federal and state grants. Final
eligibility for all grants is determined by the Financial Aid
Office.

Federal Pell Grant: Pell grants are provided by the
federal government to students with demonstrated finan-
cial need. Students may be eligible for Pell Grant even if
they are not enrolled half-time.

Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity
Grant (FSEOG): FSEOG funds are provided by the fed-
eral government to assist students with high financial need.
Students need to be enrolled at least half-time to be consid-
ered for this grant.

Florida Student Assistance Grant: These grants are
awarded to Florida residents with financial need who are
full-time students. Funds for part time students may be
available on a limited basis.

Repayment of Title IV Funds

Beginning 2000-2001 academic year federal financial
aid recipients that withdraw from classes prior to comple-
tion of 60 percent of the term will be required to repay a
portion of funds received as defined by the federal regula-
tions. The Financial Aid Office will distribute specific in-
formation with financial aid awards.

Standards of Academic Progress for
Financial Aid Recipients

Federal and state regulations require students to meet
minimum standards in order to be eligible to receive finan-
cial aid funds. The minimum standards at Edison Commu-
nity College are applied uniformly to all Title IV federal
financial aid programs administered by the college, except
those programs whose eligibility requirements are restricted
to institutional funds or outside donor restrictions.

1 . Students must meet the academic requirement of at
least a 2.0 cumulative GPA.

2. Students must make progress toward their degree or
certificate. Minimum progress toward a degree requires
initial year financial aid applicants who have previ-
ously attended the college to have earned 67 percent
of registration attempted at the college.

3. Minimum progress toward a degree or certificate re-
quires continuing financial aid recipients to earn 67
percent of credit hours attempted during the current
academic year for renewal eligibility.

4. Students must complete their educational objective
within a given time frame:

a. All AA and AS degree-seeking students have a
maximum of 90 attempted credit hours.

b. All certificate degree-seeking students are limited
to no more than 150 percent of the published length
of the program.

All transfer credits will be included as attempted credit
hours as well as all Edison Community College attempted
course work regardless of whether the courses are appli-
cable toward the student's degree program.

Withdrawals from any course(s) will be counted in the
total hours attempted and may result in failure to meet the
standards of progress. Students must follow the official
withdrawal procedures established by the college. Students
may owe a refund to the federal program as a result of a
withdrawal from a course. Students should contact the Fi-
nancial Aid Office for information prior to withdrawing
from a course.

Funding for remedial course work is limited to 30 cred-
its of assistance by federal financial aid programs.

Reinstatement

If a student is denied/suspended from financial aid as-
sistance, the student must attend a semester without finan-
cial aid and earn a minimum of six (6) credits with a
semester GPA of 2.0 or above. Students will be required to
file an appeal after the term without aid is completed for
reinstatement of eligibility.

Review of Continued Eligibility

Satisfactory progress is reviewed at the end of the
student's academic year. Notification will be sent to stu-
dents at the end of the Spring or Summer semester of ter-
mination of aid eligibility.

Appeal

Students may request an appeal by the Financial Aid
Office if financial aid funding has been terminated. The
student must file a petition form with the Office of Finan-
cial Aid. On that form the student must state the circum-
stances which prevented satisfactory progress to occur and
provide documentation of the circumstances. Once the re-
view has been made the student will be notified of the re-
sult of the review.

Transfer Student Evaluation

Transfer students applying for financial aid must have
at least a 2.0 grade point average after transfer credits are
evaluated to be eligible to receive financial aid funding. To
qualify for aid in subsequent terms students must have a
cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

All transfer credits will be included as attempted credit
hours for academic standards of progress regardless of
whether the courses are applicable toward the student's
degree.

Prior Baccalaureate Degree

Students who have completed a baccalaureate or pro-
fessional degree from an institution regardless of whether
the institution is unaccredited or a foreign school are not
eligible for Pell, FSAG or FSEOG funds. It does not mat-
ter whether the degree is accepted or recognized by Edison
Community College.

Student Fees

Student fees are payable by the date shown on the
schedule and fee receipt. Financial aid recipients may re-
quest that their fees be covered by approved financial aid
funds by submitting their schedule and fee receipt to the
Financial Aid Office. The student's financial aid award pro-
cess must be finalized to have tuition covered by this pro-
cess.

Procedure for Cancellation or Withdrawal of
Classes for Financial Aid Recipients

Students who withdraw or have a class cancelled after
the regular registration period (100 percent refund date)
should consult the Financial Aid Office as they may incur
a financial liability. Students who receive an administra-
tive refund for classes will have their financial aid adjusted
or cancelled and will be required to pay all funds received
that are determined to be owed back to the federal, state, or
private donor that provided the funds.

All students who withdraw or drop classes are required
to do so through the Office of the Registrar. Students are
not automatically withdrawn from classes.

Students wishing to change their course registration
by adding or dropping a course must do so through the
Office of the Registrar. Financial aid recipients are respon-
sible for completing the change in registration for payment
to be made by a financial aid program.

Veterans Educational Benefits

The Financial Aid Office, Lee County Campus, serves
as the Veterans Affairs Office for Edison Community
College.

If you are a veteran or a dependent of a veteran and are
eligible for educational benefits, you should:

— Contact the Veterans Specialist well in advance of en-
rollment to process eligibility forms.

— Apply for admission as a degree-seeking student.

— Submit the Certification of Eligibility or a copy of your
DD-214 (separation paper) to the Veterans Speciahst
for certification of enrollment. Submit additional forms
if requested for certification to the Veterans Specialist.

— Contact the Veterans Specialist each time you change
course schedule, register for classes each semester, or
change degree program.

— All veterans continuing enrollment for a following term
should contact the Veterans Affairs Office with sched-
ule and fee receipt as soon as possible before the be-
ginning of the next term.

National Guard Fee Exemption

Recommended National Guard enlistees may be eli-
gible to receive a fee exemption for a percentage of their
tuition costs. Contact your National Guard Education Of-
ficer. Eligibility for the exemption must be processed by
the Veterans Specialist, Financial Aid Office, Lee County
Campus.

Veterans Dependents

Wives, widows, or dependents of deceased or 100 per-
cent disabled veterans should contact the Veterans Affairs
Office for the appropriate forms.

Veteran Transfer Students

A transfer student must have a transcript(s) from the
previous college(s) forwarded to Edison Community Col-
lege before transferring. The Veterans Administration (VA)
must be notified of any credits accepted by the College.
The student's certification for benefits will not be processed
by the VA office until the transcript(s) is received and evalu-
ated by Edison. Failure to have the certification finalized
will delay the veteran's benefit check.

Approved VA Programs

The student must be working toward an approved de-
gree in order to receive VA benefits. Students should con-
tact the College Counseling or Advising Centers to ensure
that the classes they plan to take are required for the degree
selected. This will avoid the possibility of overpayment for
classes not required for the degree. A student will not be
paid for a course repeated to earn a higher grade, unless the
student received an "F" in that course, or a "D" when a "C"
is required.

Deferment of Ttiition

Veterans and other eligible students may receive one
deferment each academic year if there is a break (failure to
return in a subsequent semester) in the VA benefits. Vet-
eran deferments are processed by the Veteran's Specialist
on the Lee County Campus.

Change of Status and Attendance

Veterans who withdraw, drop or add a class should
notify the Veterans Affairs Office immediately. Such a
change could result in an incorrect payment from the VA.
Withdrawals and grades of "W" are retroacfive to the be-
ginning of the term, and the VA does not pay for courses in
which the student receives a grade of "W".

Standards of Progress for Veteran
Educational Benefit Recipients

Veterans must maintain a "C" (2.0) grade point aver-
age to remain in good standing. If the veteran does not have
a 2.0 after attempting 12 credit hours, the student will be
placed on Academic Warning. After attempting 24 credit
hours, if the veteran sfill has less than a 2.0 GPA, the vet-
eran benefits will be terminated by the VA.

Scholarships

Edison Community College Foundation, Inc.

The Foundation is a not-for-profit, IRS 501(c)(3) cor-
poration chartered under Florida Statutes to serves as a di-
rect-support organization of Edison Community College.
The Foundation accepts gifts in support of the activities
directly related to the mission of Edison Community Col-
lege, including cash, property, securities, bequests, trusts,
and life income arrangements.

The Foundation promotes higher education in general
and specifically encourages the advancement of teaching
and instructional services, student scholarships, and sup-
port of the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. Be-
cause of Foundation donors, hundreds of lives have been
changed through education. Donor gifts provide scholar-
ships to students who would never be able to attend college

otherwise. The quality of instruction is constantly improved
through gifts that help to upgrade laboratory and computer
equipment and to provide for updated learning resources
and instructional technology. The Foundation is guided by
a 25-member Board of Directors, composed of business
and community leaders who are vitally interested in higher
education in Southwest Florida. District offices for the
Foundation are located in Building I, Room 228 of the Lee
County Campus.

Institutional Scholarships

Edison Community College offers a variety of institu-
tional scholarships to students based on academic status
and/or financial need. Students may apply through the ap-
propriate program or directly to a Financial Aid Office on
each campus.

Program

Activity Scholarships

Presidential Scholarships
$1600 toward tuition

Eligibility Information

Students who participate or show potential
in the areas of art, music, drama, or Student
Government. The award is renewable with
satisfactory academic progress.

Each valedictorian, each salutatorian, and
two additional graduates of the top 10% of
the graduating class of each accredited high
school in Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry,
and Lee counties. The award is renewable
if the student maintains a minimum 3.0
GPA. Must be a full-time student.

Application Information

File the FAFS A. Art students must also sub-
mit a portfolio to the department chairper-
son. Music and drama students must
audition for the appropriate department
chairperson. Students in Student Govern-
ment must be recommended by the appro-
priate Edison advisor.

Recipients are recommended each year by
the high school principal's office. No spe-
cial application is required.

Honors Scholarships
Full-time Students $1800
Part-time Students $900

Participants in the Honors Scholar Program.
The award is renewable with continued par-
ticipation in the Honors Scholar Program.

Apply for admission to the Honors Scholar
Program. Contact the Dean for Humanities
Office at (239) 489-9332.

Plummer Memorial Scholarships

Outstanding second-year students from each
academic division at the Lee County cam-
pus and from the Collier and Charlotte
County campuses.

Recipients will be recommended by the aca-
demic department at the end of the academic
year.

Project Hope Scholarships
Full Tuition & Books
(max. 30 credits per year)

Recent high school graduates who are at-
risk and might not be able to attend college
otherwise. Priority is given to students who
were awarded Project Hope in Middle
School awards. Applications are available
in February from the College or area high
school counselors. Recipients must partici-
pate in the Hope Scholars Club.

Complete the FAFSA and Project Hope
Scholarship Application. Awards are made
in May for the next academic year.

Activity Scholarships

Eligibility Information

Application Information

Child Care Scholarships
$500-$ 1500

Students who have dependents and need fi-
nancial assistance for child care to attend
the College. Scholarship amounts are de-
termined by the need of the student and
availability of funds.

File the FAFSA. Submit the Scholarship
application form with childcare scholarship
addendum.

Student Support Services
Scholarships
Varying Amounts

Students who participate in the Student Sup-
port Services program and have financial
need may be eligible for scholarship assis-
tance through that program. Contact that
Office at (239) 489-91 12.

File the FAFSA and apply for participation
in the Student Support Services programs.

Endowed Scholarships

The applications forms for all endowed scholarships
are located in each financial aid office, the Hendry/Glades
office, and on the Edison Community College website,
HYPERLINK http://www.edison.edu #www.edison.edu.
Criteria for the scholarship programs will vary, but leader-
ship, school and community involvement, special recogni-
tion, skills, talent, financial need, or field of study can be
considered. Certain scholarships may require the student
to submit letters of recommendation or additional state-
ments. All students must complete and submit the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be eli-
gible to receive institutional scholarship funds.

Endowed scholarships are provided by the Edison
Community College Foundation, Inc. Tuition and book
scholarships are awarded to several hundred students each
year from endowments established by community residents.
The following endowed scholarships are currently offered:

Business:

Madeleine R. Taeni Ethics in Business Scholarship
Charlotte County Students:

Charlotte County Foundation Scholarship

Charlotte County General Scholarship

Charlotte Pops @ Sunset Scholarship

Charlotte Regional Medical Center Scholarship

Darryl and Carol Casanueva Scholarship

Fawcett Memorial Medical Staff Scholarship

Jennifer Griffin Scholarship

Helphenstine Family Scholarship

McQueen Family Scholarship

James Moore Scholarship

Punta Gorda Rotary Scholarship

Viola Odenheimer Scholarship

Vernon Peeples Scholarship

St. Joseph Hospital Medical Staff Scholarship
Collier County Students:

Collier County General Scholarship

Gordon A. Lozier Scholarship

Holland and Mary Jeanne Salley Scholarship

Saldukas Family Foundation Scholarship
Criminal Justice:

Nancy A. Jerz Scholarship in Public Service

Joyce and Emory Rogaski Scholarship

Descendants of Capt. FA. Hendry:

Capt. Francis Asbury Hendry Scholarship
Disabled Students:

Sanibel-Captiva Lions Club Scholarship
Disadvantaged Students:

Peter D. and Eleanore A. Kleist Scholarship
Drama:

Robert and Juliette Brand Scholarship
Electronics:

Joseph S. Borek Scholarship
EMT/EMS:

Andrew Ryan Bess Memorial Scholarship

EMT General Scholarship

Nancy A. Jerz Scholarship in Public Service

Sally Poppen Marasco Scholarship
Fawcett Memorial Hospital Staff:

Fawcett Memorial Medical Staff Scholarship
Fire Science:

Nancy A. Jerz Scholarship in Public Service
Fort Myers High School Graduates:

Tiffany Bachman Scholarship
Graphic Arts:

L. Sherrill Yeomans Scholarship
Healthcare:

Ruth Henry Scholarship

Dora Christianson Scholarship
Honors:

Bank of America Scholarship

George and Mary Jo Sanders Scholarship

James and Eleanor Newton Scholarship

Phyllis Spain Scholarship
Horticulture Students:

William Barney 'Bill' Corbin Scholarship
LaBelle High Graduates:

Isabella Curtis Scholarship

LaBelle Swamp Cabbage Festival Scholarship

Steven Carl Perry Scholarship
Law Enforcement:

Florida Police Foundation Scholarship

Lee County 100 Club Scholarship

Saldukas Family Foundation Scholarship
Lee County Students:

Lee County General Scholarship

Legal Assisting:

Paralegal Studies Scholarship
Math:

Joyce and Emory Rogaski Scholarship

Margaret R. Cran Scholarship

Ray L. Williams Scholarship
Music:

Music Foundation of SW Florida

Ralph Tilden Scholarship
Music/Piano:

J. Howard Wood Scholarship
Nursing:

Alice Saunders Scholarship

Beryl Berry Scholarship

Carol Ann Schneeman Scholarship

Charles A. & Roberta Church Scholarship

Al and Dorothy Schultz Scholarship

Charlotte Regional Medical Center Scholarship

Dr. Fred and Bemiece H. Cain Scholarship

Dr. Leland and Eileen Glenn Scholarship

Ellsworth W. & Helen Beckes Scholarship

Fred S. and Geraldine Willard Scholarship

General Nursing Scholarship

Jack C. Warnock, MD Scholarship

Jennifer Griffin Scholarship

Joann Evans Scholarship

Joseph Leto Scholarship

Sally Poppen Marasco Scholarship

Joseph Moskal Scholarship

Joyce and Emory Rogaski Scholarship

Lehigh Community Health Association Scholarship

Lillian A. Medhurst Scholarship

Marion D. Burgess Scholarship

Paula G. Walker Scholarship

Punta Gorda Rotary Scholarship

Rossie Evans Alderman Scholarship
Occupational/Technical Programs:

Marie L. Bruel Scholarship
Outstanding Sophomores:

Maurice and Jean Plummer Scholarship
Project Hope:

Betty Gardiner Scholarship
Protective Services, Collier County:

Saldukas Family Foundation Scholarship
Radiologic Technology:

Ward A. Shaver Scholarship
Respiratory Care:

Anna Kontinos Scholarship

Laurel Dawn McNew Scholarship
Returning Students:

Second Chance Scholarship

Kiwanis Club Fort Myers South Scholarship
Science:

Dr. Charles O'Neill Scholarship

Ray L. Williams Scholarship

Joyce and Emory Rogaski Scholarship

Science/Engineering Studies:

Gertrud Bunzel-Lamberger Scholarship
Special Populations:

Chaplain Eli Richard Scholarship

Col. June E. Henry Scholarship

Fred Henry Scholarship
Unrestricted:

Andrew W. Thompson Scholarship

Anna Failing Scholarship

Benjamin Counselman Scholarship

Beryl Lenoch Scholarship

Carl and Johanna MuUer Scholarship

Carlisle Quenzer Scholarship

Catherine H. Maeder Scholarship

Cecil Newton Scholarship

Clarence and Billie Zimmerman Scholarship

Claude E. Taylor Scholarship

D. Geraci Scholarship

Dudley P. Swartz Scholarship

Edith Duffey Scholarship

Estate Planning Council of SW FL Scholarship

Fort Myers Rotary, South - Scholarship

John Evans Memorial Scholarship

Fuzzy Zoeller Scholarship

Greg Allen Scholarship

Guy R. Miller Scholarship

Harold and Leah Jane Freshwater Scholarship

Helen Nestor Scholarship

Isadora Claville Scholarship

John and Aliese Price Foundation Scholarship

John C. and Kossie G. Ferguson Scholarship

Joseph H. and Julia M. Goodwin Scholarship

Joseph Leto Scholarship

Josephine and Curtis Queen Scholarship

Kazen Ques Scholarship

Laura E. Hedgecock Scholarship

Leon and Viola Gardner Scholarship

Lora and Preston Root Scholarship

Mayson Robbins Scholarship

Michael Griffith, Valerie Griffith-Holmes,
Jack Holmes Scholarship

Minnesota Twins Scholarship

Music on Pine Island Scholarship

Pop and Marj Kelly Scholarship

Red Cattle Scholarship

Rene Sichere Scholarship

Robert Sneckenberger Scholarship

Rose Kosches Scholarship

Scientists Society of SW Florida Scholarship

Scott J. Labuzienski Memorial Scholarship

Seth Cohen Scholarship

Sidney R. Davis Scholarship

Travis A. Gresham, Jr. Scholarship

United States Sugar Corporation

United Christian Giving Scholarship #1

ACADEMIC POLICIES & PROCEDURES
RELATING TO STUDENTS

The following excerpts from the College's District
Academic Policies and Procedures Manual represent poli-
cies and procedures relating directly to students. The com-
plete official manual, including forms, may be accessed
through the College's home page, www.edison.edu.

BASIC USE OF COMPUTERS

Students fulfill Edison's computer literacy requirement
by successfully completing ENC 1 101 (English Composi-
tion I), a course required of all Edison graduates. The course
includes the following competencies:

Research and correctly document sources using MLA

format

Compose and edit essays using a word processing pro-
gram

Access information from electronic databases

Name, save, retrieve, and revise a document on the

computer

Access and use resources on the World Wide Web

Navigate to a specific Web site

BEEPERS, CELLULAR PHONES,
AND PAGERS

Beepers, cellular phones, and pagers should be turned
off when entering a classroom. In an emergency, with prior
authorization from the professor, a beeper, cellular phone,
or pager may be turned to silent ring mode. In such a case,
any exit from classroom to respond to a call should be made
with a minimum of disturbance.

CHILDREN OR FAMILY MEMBERS IN
THE CLASSROOM

Only currently enrolled students are authorized to be
in classrooms, except for situations involving a disability.
Children, spouses, or other relatives are not permitted, ex-
cept with permission of a Campus President, District Dean,
Associate District Dean, or Campus Dean. Complaints re-
garding classroom disruption should be reported to these
offices.

CLASS ATTENDANCE, ABSENCE

Students are expected to attend all class periods of the
courses for which they are registered. Absence from sev-
eral meetings of a course may result in a lower grade, de-
pending on the professor's grading policy. The
determinadon of what constitutes excessive absence in any
course rests with the professor conducting that course. At-
tendance requirements for a given course are to be found
in the course syllabus.

CLASS CANCELLATIONS

Edison attempts to honor its commitment to provide
the classes scheduled for a given term. However, at times,
usually due to low enrollment, it may be necessary to can-
cel a class. In such cases every effort will be made to find
an appropriate alternate class for the student.

COURSE OUTLINE AND COURSE
SYLLABUS

The course outline is distinguished from the course
syllabus in that the outline provides an overview of the con-
tent of the course. The syllabus, on the other hand, pro-
vides a detailed descripfion of the particular section of the
course that a student is enrolled in during a particular se-
mester, and includes such information as schedule of class
meetings and assignments, attendance policies, textbook
requirements, and scheduled test dates. Course outlines can
be obtained by accessing Edison's Web page,
www.edison.edu.

The course syllabus is the responsibility of each pro-
fessor. It should be developed by the professor, approved
by the academic administrator, typed (or "word-pro-
cessed"), duplicated, and be ready to distribute and review
with students at the first class meeUng. A copy is provided
for the supervisor's file prior to the beginning of classes.

COURSE WITHDRAWAL POLICY

A student can withdraw without academic penalty from
any course in a term by the mid-point of that term. With-
drawals after that date may be granted only through estab-
lished institutional procedures.

In order to withdraw from a course or courses, the stu-
dent must complete a request to withdraw from a course. This
request can be secured in the Counseling Center or Registrar's
Office and be turned in at the Registrar's Office.

Students who officially withdraw from a class or
classes any dme prior to the date listed in the college cal-
endar will receive a grade of "W". A student will be lim-
ited to two withdrawals per course. Upon the third attempt,
the student will not be permitted to withdraw, and will re-
ceive a grade for that course.

DEAN'S LIST

At the conclusion of the Fall and Spring semesters only,
the Office of the Registrar will generate a list of students
completing 1 2 or more credits (College Preparatory Classes
EXCLUDED) whose grade point average is 3.5 or above,
and who did not receive any grade below a "C". The list is
published after the period allowed for students to make up
Incompletes. The Dean's List will be posted on each cam-

pus, and each student on this list will receive a letter noting
the accomplishment, signed by the appropriate academic
officer for each campus. A notation of this accomplishment
will be made on the transcript of each student so honored.

FACULTY OFFICE HOURS

Professors must be available to students outside of class
to comply with both State Board of Community Colleges'
and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools' (SACS)
requirements.

Full-time faculty are required to schedule a minimum
of 10 hours per week of office hours, during which time
they will be physically present on campus and available
for consultation with students. The configuration of these
office hours is subject to the approval of the professor's
supervisor but should ideally be distributed over the five
working days each week. Office hours will be posted on or
adjacent to faculty office doors by means of a Faculty Class.
Schedule and Office Hours form, VPAAOOl. Additional
office hours beyond the required 10 hours may be sched-
uled, and students may also be seen by appointment.

Adjunct faculty and full-time faculty teaching over-
load classes are required each semester to make themselves
available for student consultation before or after class. They
may make themselves additionally available by appoint-
ment, phone, phonemail, or electronic messaging. Avail-
ability to students should be appropriately noted in the class
syllabus.

Supervisors of adjunct faculty will attempt to identify
suitable student consultation space or provide an available
classroom or a common office.

GORDON RULE

Gordon Rule is the popular name given to State Board
Rule 6A- 1 0.030 Other Assessment Procedures for College-
Level Communication and Computation Skills

( 1 ) In addition to tests that may be adopted by the State
Board to measure student achievement in college-level
communication and computation skills, pursuant to
Section 229.053(2)(d), Florida Statutes, other assess-
ment procedures shall be measured by completion of
coursework in English and mathematics.

(2) Prior to receipt of an Associate of Arts degree from a
public community college or university or prior to en-
try into the upper division of a public university, a stu-
dent shall complete successfully the following:

(a) Twelve ( 1 2) semester hours of English coursework
in which the student is required to demonstrate
writing skills. For the purposes of this rule, an
English course is defined as any semester-length
course within the general study area of the humani-
ties in which the student is required to produce
written work of at least six thousand (6,000) words.

(b) Six (6) semester hours of mathematics coursework
at the level of college algebra or higher. For the
purposes of this rule, applied logic, statistics and
other such computation coursework which may

not be placed within a mathematics department
may be used to fulfill three (3) hours of the six (6)
hours required by this section. For the purposes
of this rule, a grade of "C" or higher shall be con-
sidered successful completion.
(c) Students awarded college credit in English based
on their demonstration of writing skills through
dual enrollment, advanced placement, or interna-
tional baccalaureate instruction pursuant to Rule
6A- 10.024, FAC, and students awarded college
credit based on their demonstration of mathemat-
ics skills at the level of college algebra or higher
through one ( 1 ) or more of the acceleration mecha-
nisms in Rule 6A- 10.024, FAC, shall be consid-
ered to have satisfied the requirements in Rule
6A- 10.030(2), FAC, to the extent of the college
credit awarded.
(3) Exemptions and waivers.

(a) Any student who completes the first six (6) hours
of the English coursework required by this rule
with a grade point average of 4.0 may waive
completion of the remaining six (6) hours until
after entry into the upper division of a university
and shall be considered eligible for an Associate
of Arts degree, notwithstanding the provisions of
Rule 6A-10.030(2)(a), FAC.

(b) Any public community college or university de-
siring to exempt its students from the requirements
of Rule 6A- 10.030(2), FAC, shall submit an al-
ternative plan to the State Board of Community
Colleges or Board of Regents, respectively. Upon
approval of the plan by the respective board, the
plan shall be submitted to the State Board. Upon
approval by the State Board, said plan shall be
deemed effective in lieu of the requirements of
Rule 6A- 10.030(2), FAC

GRADE CORRECTIONS

The responsibility for the academic evaluation of stu-
dents and the assignment of final grades rests with the pro-
fessor who has been assigned to teach that course. A student
who believes that an error was made in the assignment of
their final grade must contact their professor, or the appro-
priate academic dean, or Campus President by the 28* cal-
endar day after the start of classes in the subsequent
semester. For example, the student must request the review
of a grade that was assigned in the Fall Semester by the
28* calendar day after the start of Spring classes.

The professor who assigned the final grade must ini-
tiate a Change of Grade. The Change of Grade form must
be approved by the appropriate academic dean or Campus
President and forwarded to the Office of the Registrar.

GRADE FORGIVENESS POLICY

The Grade Forgiveness Policy permits students to re-
peat a course in an attempt to improve a grade of "D" or"
F'. A student will be limited to two repeats per course. Upon

the third attempt, the student is not permitted to withdraw
from the course and the grade assigned is the final grade
for the course.

Grade forgiveness is automatic, beginning Summer B,
1995, for all students who have repeated courses at Edison.
Students must complete a Grade Forgiveness Form only if
BOTH the original and the forgiven grades were awarded
in terms or semesters previous to Summer B 1995, or if
both courses were transferred to Edison from other
institutions.

Students should be aware that some colleges or uni-
versities may not accept the grade of a repeated course, or
may compute grade-point averages incorporating the grade
originally assigned.

Students receiving financial aid of any type are cau-
tioned to check with the Financial Aid Office to ensure that
the repeated courses will count toward their financial aid
award.

Only the last grade earned in a repeated course will be
computed into the grade-point average at Edison, provided
that the last assigned grade is not a "W" or an "X" (Audit).
However, all grades will appear on the transcript.

Students may not repeat a course to improve grade-
point average after the awarding of the Associate degree.

This policy applies to courses that are repeated for
grade forgiveness purposes. It does not apply to courses
designated as repeatable.

Student requests for a change of grade to a "W" must
be submitted through a petition for Exception to Registra-
tion Policies and Procedures.

GRADE REPORTS

The responsibility for the academic evaluation of stu-
dents and the assignment of final grades rests with the pro-
fessor who has been assigned to teach that course. During
the semester, professors will communicate directly with
those students who are doing unsatisfactory work. Students
with unsatisfactory performance are encouraged to meet
with the professor or an Academic Advising Specialist with
a view toward improving their work.

GRADE-POINT SYSTEM

The following grade symbols and grade point weights
have been used at Edison Community College beginning
in the 1997-98 academic year:

A Excellent 4 points

B Good 3 points

C Average 2 points

D Poor 1 point

F Failure 0 points

I Incomplete* 0 points

W Withdraw** 0 points

X Audit (No credit) 0 points
*See "Incomplete" Grade
**See Course Withdrawal Policy

HONORS PROGRAM: HONORS
RESEARCH CLASSES

Honors Program Research courses are designed to al-
low a student to pursue topics within a specific discipline
or program under the guidance of a qualified professor. It
provides an opportunity for the student to explore in depth
an area of particular interest; or, if covered in class, the
topic interests and motivates the student sufficiently to want
to pursue it in more detail or to explore the area more fully.
Honors Program Research may not duplicate any exisfing
course in the Catalog. The course is designed by a profes-
sor to fit the needs of an individual student.

The course syllabus must be designed by the profes-
sor, with input as to areas of interest from the student. It
must represent college level work and be sufficiently com-
plex and demanding to warrant the credits awarded.

To begin the Honors Program Research class process,
the student picks up a form from the Campus Deans' or the
District Dean of Instruction, Arts and Sciences office. Once
this form is properly documented, submitted, and approved
by the Campus Dean or District Dean of Instruction, the
student may register for the class.

The regular college grading system applies to Honors
Program Research students. Honors Program Research
classes may not be taken to satisfy general education re-
quirements.

INCOMPLETE GRADE

A grade of "I" is given only when the student has suc-
cessfully completed most of the course in question and, in
the judgment of the professor, is able to make up any defi-
cit within the assigned time frame. A student who receives
an" F'must make up the deficiency and have the change of
grade recorded in the Office of the Registrar no later than
last day to remove incomplete grades as published in the
College Catalog. After that, the grade defaults to an "F".
The responsibility for making the necessary arrangements
with a professor for the removal of an "I" rests with the
student. A student may not register for a class in which
they have an "I" grade.

If a professor awarding an "I" is not going to be avail-
able the following term, it is the responsibility of the pro-
fessor awarding an "I" to make arrangements for the student
to deliver the necessary completed course work to a fellow
faculty member or the professor's supervisor for a change
of grade.

In such a case, it is the professor's responsibility to
inform the faculty member or supervisor and the student,
in writing, what needs to be completed in order for the "1"
to be changed. The professor should provide a copy of the
student's grades to date, and describe the student's remain-
ing work and final grade.

In extreme cases where circumstances prevent a pro-
fessor from assigning a grade, final responsibility for the
grade change rests with the supervisor.

INDIVIDUALIZED STUDY

Individualized Study leads to the completion of a col-
lege course and the receipt of academic credit. The content
of the learning experience is completed under the direction
of a professor assigned to work with the student indepen-
dently of the normal class schedule. While Edison recog-
nizes the legitimate need for such learning experiences, its
policy is to keep this practice to a minimum. Individual-
ized Study may be used to complete required courses when
extenuating circumstances exist as defined by the District
Dean or Campus President. Approval must be obtained
before the student is allowed to take the course.

Individualized Study courses are permitted for the fol-
lowing circumstances:

(1) A regularly scheduled course is cancelled due to in-
sufficient enrollment and no alternate course can be
taken to meet the student's educational goals for that
semester.

(2) A student is unable to complete a needed regularly of-
fered class due to a documented medical or learning
disability.

(3) A student is in his/her last semester and a course re-
quired for graduation is not being offered and an ap-
propriate substitute is unavailable.

The request form for Individualized Study is obtained
in the District Dean's or Campus President's office. The
Individualized Study form must be completed and submit-
ted to the District Dean or Campus President prior to the
end of the drop/add period for the given semester. Once
the form is approved, the student may register for the class.
It is the professor's responsibility to prepare the syllabus
for each Individualized Study.

The standard college grading system applies to all In-
dividualized Study. Grades earned through Individualized
Study have the same status as those earned through regular
class attendance.

LEARNING RESOURCES

Edison maintains Learning Resources (LR), related
equipment and Internet access for students district-wide.
The library lies at the heart of each campus, and houses
approximately 90,000 items in the form of books, educa-
tional videos, journals, newspapers, CD's and DVD's, and
reference materials that are both general and subject-spe-
cific. A rich array of resources are also available through
the LR Web page, which enables users to access numerous
databases, including the collections of other community
colleges and cooperative libraries.

Learning Resources Cards:

Patrons eligible for borrowing privileges will be pro-
vided a Learning Resources card. Edison students are en-
couraged to use their LR validated photo I.D.

The following charges may apply to all library patrons:
• Assessments for material checked out and not returned

will be the current average trade price of the material

not returned.

Patrons who have overdue materials or who have
failed to return material that has been recalled will be
notified by mail. A hold on records will be placed on
patrons who have overdue materials.

• Lost or Mutilated Materials:

An item reported lost, or returned in a damaged/
mutilated condition, will be billed the trade price as
described above.

Edison materials or interlibrary materials lost but
subsequently found, are refunded at the discretion of
the Edison LR or the lending library.

Exceptions to the time limits of this section may be
made (at the discretion of the Director of Learning
Resources) for out-of-print materials of continuing
value.

• Fee-based services:

Patrons who request services for which a fee is
charged will be billed. No additional service charges
will be added by Learning Resources.

• Definition of "Hold on Records" Status:

No transcripts are released.
Degrees/Certificates are not released.
Class registration is blocked.
Learning Resources borrowing privileges are sus-
pended.
Patrons are released from HOLD once fees are paid
through the Edison Business Office.
Appeals by patrons for these charges and/or "Holds
on Records" may be made to the District Director of Learn-
ing Resources. Appeals must be submitted within ten work-
ing days of the assessment.

MAXIMUM COURSE ATTEMPTS
POLICY

A student will be permitted a maximum of three at-
tempts per course. Upon the third attempt, the student will
not be permitted to withdraw and will receive a grade for
the course. Course withdrawals and earned grades count
toward the maximum attempts.

STUDENT CLASSIFICATIONS

A. Full-Time B. Part-Time

A student must take 12 credits or more during any se-
mester session (6 credits or more during a mini-ses-
sion) to be considered a full-time student. A student
who enrolls in less than these minimums is considered
part-time.

C. Credit D. Audit E. Non-Credit (Continuing Education)
Students enrolled for college credit in a current ses-
sion will be considered Credit Students. Students, who
enroll for no credit, that is, students who audit a course
normally offered for credit, will be considered Audit
Students. Students enrolled in Continuing Education
courses, which are not offered for college credit, will
be considered Non-Credit Students.

STUDENT REVIEW OF INSTRUCTION
AND COURSE EVALUATION

In order to improve the teaching/learning process, fur-
ther course and program development, and encourage fac-
ulty professional development, it is necessary to gather
information regarding instructional practices and proce-
dures. Among relevant kinds of information is the student's
opinion regarding classes he/she is taking. Student Review
of Instruction and Course Evaluation forms are distributed
after mid-term examinations (VPAA002). The professor
arranges for a student in the class to administer the survey
and is not to be present while the survey is completed.
Written comments regarding any aspect of instruction in
the survey are encouraged. Students are encouraged to be
as candid and as accurate as possible. Written comments
should focus on elements which the student thinks can be
improved, or on elements which were particularly effec-
tive or satisfying so that these may be retained.

The person administering the survey should remain in
the room for questions, collect the survey and materials,
seal responses in the envelope provided, and return the en-
velope to the designated office. The survey and the enve-
lope should be checked to verify the semester, year, course
number, section and professor's name. For those enrolled
in distance learning, the survey is given to the student by
the test proctor when the student takes the last proctored
exam of the semester. Copies of these directions may be
obtained from any instructional administrator's office. Class
averages, other survey results, and comments are reviewed
by the appropriate instructional supervisor.

Surveys will be forwarded to the professor after the
term is completed so the professor may benefit from stu-
dents' opinions regarding instruction.

The frequency of administration for the Student Re-
view of Instruction and Course Evaluation is annually in
the Fall semester for full-time faculty, as prescribed in the
Collective Negotiations Agreement, and every semester for
adjunct faculty.

STUDENT SURVEYS

Edison Community College will periodically distrib-
ute surveys to students in order to obtain information use-
ful in evaluating education programs, student services and
many other aspects of the College and its mission. These
surveys may be sent by mail, administered over the phone
or administered in the classroom. They may be adminis-
tered to a cross-section of students, to graduates of particu-
lar programs or to students enrolled for a short time. Results
of student surveys are shared with administrators, faculty,
the Board of Trustees and with students. Findings are re-
ported in the aggregate, without identifying any particular
student. The information is used to identify ways to im-
prove programs and services, and to plan future activities.
Surveying students is one way Edison Community College
strives to be "student-centered." Student participation in
surveys ensures that the information gathered provides an
accurate basis for decision-making.

TEXTBOOK SELECTION PROCESS

Uniform textbook adoption, in courses which consist
of multiple sections in multiple locations, is strongly rec-
ommended. To ensure that students pursue .sequential
courses with the prerequisite knowledge, and to ensure
uniformity of course delivery, Edison has identified a pro-
cess which seeks to provide for faculty input in classroom
materials adoption.

In mid-Fall semester each year, the textbook adoption
process begins for the following academic year. The goal
is to provide timely adoptions so that bookstore buy-backs
can proceed efficiently, and that materials to be ordered
can be specified well in advance of the time that they are
needed for classes. The deadline for completion of these
two functions is prior to the Bookstore buy-back period
during the Spring Semester.

All faculty are solicited for input. Program or disci-
pline committees are convened before the Fall semester has
ended in order for prospective classroom materials to be
assembled for examination. After the beginning of the
Spring semester, the committees meet and decide on class-
room materials to be used in the following year.

Regular meetings, and/or telephone conferences pro-
vide the basis for the decision making.

Time for exchange of ideas should be provided. Once
the decisions have been made, the Chairperson of each com-
mittee provides to his/her supervisor documentation of the
decision process which includes the names of those who
have been involved in the deliberation process, required
materials selected, supplemental materials selected, and the
date upon which these meetings and decisions occurred.
The Bookstore order for books shall be completed at this
time, and forwarded through regular channels to the book-
store.

Edison anticipates that except in unusual circum-
stances, the course materials will be adopted for at least
one year. Committees will meet each year for review to
change or to re-adopt instructional materials. Documenta-
tion of the decision-making process should proceed from
the Chairs of the adoption groups to their supervisors.

A copy of the documentation regarding classroom
material adoption should be retained in the supervisor's
office. A sample form to be used in the process of reporting
the decision of the committee may be obtained from any
instructional administrative office.

WORD-PROCESSING OR TYPING POLICY

Students are expected to type or word-process papers
presented in courses taken for credit. Edison's basic com-
position course, ENC 1101, requires students to demon-
strate competence in the basic use of computers, including
word processing. The word processing of papers is regarded
as the norm and is considered good practice for students
transferring to upper division colleges and universities. Stu-
dents who cannot type are urged to enroll in a keyboarding
class, or to seek remediation through various options avail-
able in Academic Support Programs.

Honors Scholar Program

Edison Community College offers qualified students
with high ability and motivation an enriched, challenging
program of study through the Honors Scholar Program
(HSP). Participation in this superior educational experience
provides for intellectual and social development, builds
character, and promotes enthusiasm for lifelong learning.
Honors courses are not intended to be appreciably more
work than traditional classes, but instead offer innovative
approaches to learning which focus on the individual stu-
dent. Honors classes may, depending on the course, involve
problem solving, student projects, or a student seminar ap-
proach to learning. Synergy results when the best and bright-
est are assembled together to inspire each other to think in
unique, novel ways. Faculty are selected for their expertise
and interest in helping students.

Benefits of the Program

— Active discussions

— Small class sizes

— Independent and critical thinking

— Field trips

— Honors Resource room with internet-accessible
computer

— Independent research or creative project option

— HSP student executive board

— Annual spring luncheon

Edison Honors Scholars are desirable recruits to other
institutions of higher learning and often receive special at-
tention for scholarships and awards.

Completion of the Honors Scholar Program is recorded
on the students' transcripts. Students who graduate with
Honors or High Honors are also recognized at the annual
graduation ceremony. The cumulative grade point average
is used to identify graduation with Honors or High Honors
as follows:

Honors 3.50 to 3.99 Cumulative GPA

High Honors 4.0 Cumulative GPA

Requirements for Admission

Students must be AA or AS degree-seeking and are
required to write an essay and complete an application. The
applicant must meet at least two (2) of the following crite-
ria, one from Column A and one from Column B, to qualify
for the program.

or dance.
3. Completionof two college
honors courses with an
"A" or a "B" in both
classes.

Column A

Minimum ACT of 25 or,
minimum SAT of 11 00 or,
minimum FCELPT of 100
on each subtest.

Column B

1 . Two written teacher
recommendations from
high school or college.

2. Minimum high school GPA 2. A portfolio of art, music,
of 3.2 on an unweighted scale.

3. Minimum of 12 semester
hours of college credit with
GPA of 3.2 or higher.

Program Requirements

A minimum of 18 credit hours of Honors classes (earn-
ing at least a grade of "B" in each course) will complete
the academic requirements to graduate from the Honors
Scholar Program. These classes must be chosen from at
least two of three academic areas: basic sciences/math, so-
cial sciences, or humanities/communications. One of these
classes can be the Honors Research Study (3 credits) men-
tioned on page 39. Additional requirements not summa-
rized here also apply.

Honors Scholarships

Edison Community College is eager to assist the highly
motivated and achieving students who participate in the
Honors Scholar Program. Based on availability, $900 per-
formance-based scholarships are awarded in the Fall to full-
time students who will graduate from the program. These
scholarships are renewable each semester if certain criteria
are met.

How to Apply

The program coordinator should receive completed ap-
plications prior to the term in which the student wishes to
begin participation in the program. For further information
or an application form, call the HSP Coordinator at (239)
489-9332.

Florida Bright Futures

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship awards are deter-
mined by the Florida Department of Education and may be
used for tuition expenses at Edison. Florida Academic
awardees may have their tuition charges paid by the pro-
gram. Florida Merit and Vocational Gold Seal awards will
be reimbursed for 75% of tuition charges each term of the
award. Funds will be disbursed to students as soon as they
are available from the Florida Department of Education.

Donor Scholarships

Students who have been awarded scholarship funds
from a private organization may have those funds adminis-
tered by the College Financial Aid Office. Donors are re-
quired to complete a Scholarship Donor Agreement Form.
Scholarship funds and the completed form should be sent
to the Lee County Financial Aid Office. Funds must be re-
ceived prior to the beginning of a semester to allow a stu-
dent to charge institutional expenses.

Scholarship Search Information

If you are interested in looking for scholarships from
sources outside the College, some of the best free search
services are available on the Internet. The Web address for
these can be found at http://www.fastweb.com.

The Lee County Financial Aid Office has a Resource
Center you may use to access the Internet for scholarship
searches or financial aid information. Internet access is also
available at all Learning Resource Centers.

Academic Support Programs

College Preparatory Program

The Florida Legislature created, by statute. College
Preparatory Programs in all of Florida's community col-
leges effective July 1 , 1985. All degree and certificate-seek-
ing students are tested prior to registration. Edison
recognizes the ACT-E, SAT-R, and FCELPT tests for pur-
poses of evaluation. The FCELPT is routinely given to en-
tering students.

Students must present scores on the above tests that
have been earned within the two (2) years prior to admis-
sion to Edison. Further testing on the FCELPT may be nec-
essary if the scores are more than two (2) years old.

Students must enroll in college preparatory communi-
cation and computation instruction if test scores are below
the specific levels. (Please see Assessment Services page
52 for more information.)

Students scoring above the specific scores on the place-
ment test may enroll in college credit instruction. Students
scoring below the specific scores on the placement test are
required to enter college preparatory instruction. College
preparatory instruction does NOT count toward meeting
degree requirements.

Students who test into college preparatory instruction
and subsequently enroll in college preparatory instruction
must successfully complete the required college prepara-
tory studies by the time they have successfully accumu-
lated 12 hours of college-level course work, or they must
maintain continuous enrollment in college preparatory
coursework each semester until the requirements are com-
pleted while performing satisfactorily in the degree earn-
ing course work. Students cannot enroll for more than three
(3) attempts in each course to complete college prepara-
tory instruction. Students enrolled in a college preparatory
course who drop the course after the drop/add period are
considered to have utilized one of the three attempts al-
lowed to complete that course.

Students who must enroll in the same college prepara-
tory course a third (3) time shall pay fees at 100 percent of
the full cost of instruction. Students who withdraw or fail a
class due to extenuating circumstances, or who have a fi-
nancial hardship, may be granted an exception to the 100
percent full cost of instruction. (Please see Petitions page
28 for more information) Students must provide written
documentation of financial hardship, disability or extenu-
ating circumstances that resulted in the withdrawal or fail-
ure. Such documentation shall be submitted to the College
Registrar for consideration.

Students are permitted to enroll in college preparatory
instruction concurrently with credit instruction in courses
for which they are qualified. College preparatory students
may not enroll in the following categories of college credit

courses while completing their college preparatory course
work:

1 ) College preparatory students who are deficient in math-
ematics may not enroll in any college-level mathemat-
ics course or courses that require mathematics skills
beyond the skill level of the student.

2) College preparatory students who are deficient in En-
glish and/or reading skills may not enroll in English or
humanities courses that meet the Gordon Rule require-
ments (Please see page 38 for more information), or
any courses that require communication skills beyond
the skill level of the student.

3) College preparatory students who are deficient in all
three areas may enroll in college-level courses such as
orientation courses, college success courses or courses
that are not dependent on college-level computation
and communication skills.

College preparatory instruction is provided in reading,
writing and mathemafics. There are three levels of reading,
three levels of English and two levels of mathematics.

College preparatory reading instruction includes the
recognition of main ideas, supporting details, meanings of
words in context, author's purpose, tone, valid arguments,
explicit and implicit relationships within and between sen-
tences, and the ability to detect bias, to distinguish fact from
opinion and to draw logical inferences and conclusion.

College preparatory writing instruction includes gram-
matical concepts and usage, puncuation, word choice, and
paragraph and essay development.

College preparatory mathematics instruction includes
arithmetic and introductory algebra including real numbers
and their properties and basic operations, linear expressions,
factoring of algebraic expressions, solutions of linear equa-
tions and inequalities, graphing, and quadratic equations.

All college preparatory courses require ninety (90)
contact hours per semester. These contact hours are com-
prised of a combination of regular classroom lecture hours
and open lab hours. The open lab hours are posted each
semester and can be completed any time the lab is open.

SAIL (System for Applied Individualized
Learning)

Another program offered at Edison is the SAIL Pro-
gram. The SAIL Program is designed for AS degree-seek-
ing students to test and diagnose their skill level in English,
mathematics and reading. Assistance is then provided,
whether it is a case of refreshing skills or steering students
to the next course or a more comprehensive course of study.
Community Colleges perform vital education and train-
ing for communities. With access to learning open to all
students - from recent high school graduates to adults seek-
ing to upgrade their knowledge and career skills to compa-

nies seeking to improve incumbent worker skills - com-
munity colleges are challenged to address the learning needs
of diverse student populations.

Our learning technologies can assess skills and pre-
scribe quality, self-paced, interactive instruction that will
allow learners to acquire the skills they need for success.
These solutions can be delivered in the classroom, in learn-
ing labs and anywhere learners have Internet access - pro-
viding a powerful tool and promoting success. Please
contact the SAIL Program or Academic Support Programs
if you have questions about this program.

SOAR (Student Opportunities for
Achievment and Rewards)

This program offers students assistance and resources
that help them achieve academic success and better self-
management skill. Soar is open to all Edison students, how-
ever, students taking College Prep classes and those who
are on academic probation and suspension are strongly en-
couraged to participate in this free service.

Individual appoinments as well as regularly scheduled
workshops and events are available that relate to academic
challenges. Students can view motivational videos, access
educational resources on the computers and meet with fa-
cilitated study groups in the SOAR resource room. Typical
workshops topics are Procrastination and Time Manage-

ment, Getting the Most Out of Your College Experinece,
Establishing Relationships with Your Professors, Concen-
tration and Memory, and Preparing for Tests and Test-tak-
ing Anxiety

Peer Tiitoring

The Edison Community College Peer Tutorial Program
is committed to providing students opportunities for aca-
demic achievement through personalized tutoring services.
Its goal is to facilitate learning in a professional, yet re-
laxed environment. The Peer Tutorial Program is available
in a broad range of academic subject areas. It specializes in
individual and small group tutoring sessions. All tutoring
through the Peer Tutorial Program is free to Edison stu-
dents. Tutoring services are available on all three campuses.

Programs for Students with Disabilities

Edison Community College offers students with docu-
mented disabilities programs to equalize access to the edu-
cational process. The Coordinator for Students with
Disabilities provides support services in the provision of
educational accommodations to self-identifying students.
Documented students needing accommodations and modi-
fications are provided appropriate direct services such as
note taking, test proctoring, and scribing.

COLLEGE LEVEL
ACADEMIC SKILLS TEST (CLAST)

The State of Florida has developed a test of college-
level communication and computation skills called the
College Level Academic Skills Test (CLAST). CLAST is
designed to test the communication and computation skills
that are judged by state university and community college
faculty to be generally associated with successful perfor-
mance and achievement in lower division work.

The test is required by Florida statutes and rules of the
State Board of Education when competencies in English,
reading, and mathematics cannot be demonstrated by any
of the following options:

1 . Achieve a score that meets or exceeds the following:
a. SAT-R 500 or above in Verbal, or its equivalent
on the original scale score, shall be exempt from
the Reading, English Language Skills, and Essay
sections of the CLAST.

SAT-R 500 or above in Quantitative, or its equiva-
lent on the original scale score, shall be exempt
from the Computation section of the CLAST.
ACT-E 22 or above in Reading, or its equivalent
on the original ACT, shall be exempt from the
Reading section of the CLAST.

d. ACT-E 21 or above in English, or its equivalent
on the original ACT, shall be exempt from the
English Language Skills and Essay sections of the
CLAST.

e. ACT-E 2 1 or above in Math, or its equivalent on
the original ACT, shall be exempt from the Com-
putation section of the CLAST.

Achieve a:

a. 2.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 grade scale in ENC
1101 and ENC 11 02 or other equivalent college-
level English course for a minimum of six (6) se-
mester credit hours to be exempt from the English
Language Skills, Reading, and Essay sections of
the CLAST

b. 2.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 grade scale in MAC,
MGF, or STA courses for a minimum of six (6)
semester credit hours to be exempt from the com-
putation section of the CLAST.

Please Note: CLAST RULES ARE SUBJECT TO
CHANGE DUE TO REVISIONS IN FLORIDA STATE
STATUTES.

Computational Skills

(Elements of the College Level Academic Skills Program as taught at Edison)

CLAST mathematics examination items and score report are provided in these broad categories:

ARITHMETIC SKILLS

MAT
1033

MAC
1105

MGF
1106

MGF

1107

MAC
1114

MAC
1140

\UC

1147

MAC
2311

STA
2023

*Adds and subtracts rational numbers

♦Multiplies and divides rational numbers

*Adds and subtracts rational numbers in decimal form

♦Multiplies and divides rational numbers in decimal form

•Calculates percent increase and percent decrease

♦Recognizes the meaning of exponents

♦Solves the sentence, a % of b is c, where values for two of the variables are given

♦Recognizes the role of the base number in determining place value in the
base-ten numeration system

♦Identifies equivalent forms of positive rational numbers involving decimals, percenls and fractions

♦Determines the order-relation between real numbers

♦Identifies a reasonable estimate of a sum, average or product of numbers

♦Infers relations between numbers in general by examining particular number pairs

♦Solves real-world problems which do not require the use of variables and which do not
involve percent

♦Solves real-world problems which do not require the use of variables and which do require
the use of percent

♦Solves problems that involve the structure and logic of arithmetic

Computational Skills (continued)

(Elements of the College Level Academic Skills Program as taught at Edison)

CLAST mathematics examination items and score report are provided in these broad categories:

GEOMETRY AND MEASUREMENT SKILLS

MAT

1033

MAC

1105

MGF
1106

MGF

1107

MAC
1114

MAC
1140

MAC

1147

MAC

2311

STA
2023

*Rounds measurements to nearest given unit of the measuring device used

♦Calculates distance

♦Calculates areas

♦Calculates volumes

♦Identifies relationships between angle measures

♦Classifies simple plane figures by recognizing their properties

♦Recognizes similar triangles and their properties

♦Identifies appropriate types of measurement of geomeuic objects

Infers formulas for measuring geometric figures

Selects applicable formulas for computing measures of geometric figures

♦Solves real world problems involving perimeters, areas and volumes of geometric figures

♦Solves real-world problems involving the Pythagorean property

ALGEBRA SKILLS

♦Adds and subtracts real numbers

♦Multiplies and divides real numbers

♦Applies the order-of-operations agreement to computation involving numbers and variables

♦Uses scientific notations in calculations involving very large numbers or very small measurements

♦Solves linear equations and inequalities

♦Uses given formulas to compute results when geometric measurements are not involved

♦Finds particular values of a function

♦Factors a quadratic expression

♦Finds the roots of a quadratic equation

♦Solves a system of two linear equations in two unknowns

♦Uses properties of operations correctly

Determines whether a particular number is among the solutions of a given equation or inequality

♦Recognizes statements and conditions of proportionality and variafion

♦Identifies regions of the coordinate plane which correspond to specific conditions, and vice versa

♦Use applicable proper ties to select equivalent equations and inequalities

♦Solves real-world problems involving use of variables, aside from commonly used geometric
formulas

♦Solves problems that involve the structure and logic of algebra

STATISTICS SKILLS, INCLUDING PROBABILITY

♦Identifies information contained in bar, hne and circle graphs

♦Determines the mean, median and mode of a set of numbers

♦Uses the fundamental counting principle

♦Recognizes properties and interrelationships among the mean, median and mode in a variety
of distributions

♦Chooses the most appropriate procedures for selecting an unbiased sample from a target population

♦Identifies the probability of a specific outcome in an experiment

♦Infers relations and makes accurate predictions from studying statistical data

♦Interprets real-world data involving frequency and cumulative frequency tables

♦Solves real-world problems involving probabilities

LOGICAL REASONING SKILLS

♦Deduces facts of set-inclusion and non-inclusion from a diagram

♦Draws logical conclusions from data

♦Draws logical conclusions when facts warrant them

Communication Skills

CLAST skills are required in these broad categories:

READING

ENC
1101

ENC
1102

SPC
1600

The student:

•Recognizes main ideas in a given passage

•Identifies supporting details

•Determines meanings of words on the basis of context

•Recognizes staled relationships between words, sentences, and ideas

•Recognizes the author's purpose

•Distinguishes between statements of fact and statements of opinion

•Detects bias and prejudice

•Recognizes author's tone

•Perceives implicit as well as explicit relationships between words, sentences and ideas

•Recognizes valid arguments and draws logical inferences and conclusions

LISTENING

The student:
•Recognizes main ideas

•Identifies supporting details

•Recognizes explicit relationships among ideas

•Recalls basic ideas and facts

•Perceives the speaker's purpose and organization of ideas and information

•Discriminates between statements of fact and statements of opinion

•Distinguishes between emotional and logical arguments

•Detects bias and prejudice

•Recognizes the speakers attitude

•Synthesizes and evaluates by drawing logical inference and conclusions

•Recalls the implications and arguments

WRITING

The student:

•Selects a subject which lends itself to expository writing

•Determines the purpose for writing

•Limits the subject to a topic which can be developed adequately with the requirements of time, purpose
and audience

•Formulates a thesis statement which reflects the purpose

•Develops a thesis statement

•Demonstrates effective word choice

•Employs conventional sentence structure

•Employs effective sentence structure

•Observes the convention of standard American English grammar and usage

•Uses standard practice for spelling punctuation and capitalization

•Revises, edits and proofreads units of written discourse to assure clarity, consistency, and conformity to
the conventions of standard American English

SPEAKING

The student:

•Determines the purpose of the oral discourse

•Chooses a topic and restricts it according to purpose

•Fulfills the purpose of the discourse

•Employs vocal variety in rate, pitch and intensity

•Articulates clearly

•Employs the level of American English appropriate to the designated audience

♦Demonstrates nonverbal behavior which supports the verbal message

Students completing an Associate in Arts degree or an
Associate in Science degree who are planning to transfer
to a Florida State University, must demonstrate the compe-
tencies required in the CLAST either through the method
described above or by earning passing scores in both the
Communication and Computation sections. (Education
majors should check with transfer university to see if
CLAST is an entrance requirement to the College of Edu-
cation.)-

The CLAST is administered three (3) times per year
as determined by the State Department of Education. Please
refer to the college calendar for registration deadlines and
test dates. Transient students need to contact their home
institution prior to the registration deadline if they desire
to take the CLAST at Edison Community College.

Students who are required to take the CLAST and do
not make acceptable scores on the test will not be awarded
the Associate in Arts degree. Students who successfully
complete three (3) of the four (4) CLAST sections may be
admitted to the Florida university system, but they must
complete the remaining section prior to completion of 36
credit hours of university work.

After successful completion of all CLAST sections the
student will be fully admitted to upper division status in
the Florida university system. At this point, the student may
be eligible for graduation and be awarded the Associate in
Arts degree from Edison Community College. CLAST re-
quirements also apply to students transferring to state uni-
versities in Florida from private colleges in Florida and from
out of state colleges.

The State Board of Education has established mini-
mum CLAST score standards for the awarding of the As-
sociate in Arts degree and for admission to upper division
status in state universities in Florida.

*October 1, 1992, and thereafter
Essay 6

English Language Skills 295
Reading 295

Mathematics 295

Counseling, Advising and Assessment staff can tell you
how and when to apply to take the CLAST, inform you
about the CLAST exemptions, and when special review
sessions are available. Final authority for granting an ex-
emption lies with the Institutional Test Administrator (ITA).
This is not an automatic process, students need to request
an exemption to be posted to their official transcript. The
ITA is located only on the Lee County Campus in the As-
sessment Center, P Building.

Students with a disabling condition, which requires
special accommodations, must see the ITA prior to the reg-
istration deadline for the CLAST. The College calendar
should be consulted for appropriate dates.

Students with a documented disability who wish to
petition for a waiver of the CLAST must also contact the
ITA.

CLAST Waiver Requests

In keeping with State Board of Education (SBE) Rule
6A- 10.031 1, the following circumstances have been iden-
tified which allow a student to request a waiver of the
CLAST.

In order to initiate the CLAST waiver process a peti-
tion must be filed with the ITA requesting such a waiver.
After reviewing the petition, the ITA provides the paper-
work to the CLAST Waiver Committee chairperson who
then convenes a committee appointed by the District Vice
President for Academic Affairs, Lee County Campus, to
review the student's case. This committee is responsible to
the District Vice President for Academic Affairs and has
four additional members: a member of the mathematics
department, a member of the English department, the ITA,
and a fourth faculty member from a department other than
English or mathematics. Other non-voting faculty or staff
may be invited to attend and offer the benefit of their ex-
pertise as it relates to the student's inability to pass the
subtest(s).

The committee will consider the student's proficiency
in the subject area(s) and the student's educational records
as well as other evidence as to whether the student should
be able to pass the subtest(s). A waiver of the subtest(s) in
question may be recommended upon a majority vote of the
committee. When a waiver from a subtest(s) is approved
the student's transcript will be noted accordingly. A state-
approved code will be used to indicate that the student did
meet the requirements of the above mentioned state statute
and that a waiver was granted.

Once waivers are approved, notification is mailed to
the student from the Vice President of Academic Affairs
office and the ITA submits a written report to the Depart-
ment of Education. The report outlines the following: name
and social security number of the student, gender and eth-
nic background, type of waiver granted, and the subtest(s)
for which the waiver was granted.

Any student who has a documented, specific learning
disability such that he/she cannot successfully complete one
or more subtests of the CLAST may request a waiver
through the ITA.

Any student who has taken a subtest of the CLAST at
least four times and has not been able to achieve a passing
score, but has otherwise demonstrated proficiency in course
work in the same subject area, may request a waiver from
that particular subtest. Waivers may be considered only after
the student has been provided with test adaptations or other
administrative adjustments to permit the accurate measure-
ment of the student's proficiency in the subject area.

University Transfer

Students who plan to transfer to an upper-division in-
stitution after graduafion from Edison Community College
are encouraged to consult with an academic advising spe-
cialist or the transfer counselor concerning transfer require-
ments. Students also should obtain a catalog and a list of

the requirements from the institution that they expect to
attend. A file of catalogs from various colleges and univer-
sities is available in the Counseling services location or
Learning Resource Center or Career Center on each cam-
pus. In addition, the Florida Academic Counseling and
Tracking Program (FACTS) offers a variety of student ser-
vices and resources provided by the State of Florida and by
participating institutions. Students anticipating transfer
should begin a preliminary application to the university of
their choice in the Fall session of the sophomore year. Stu-
dents transferring to an upper-division institution should
complete the following procedures:

1. Complete and submit application(s)

2. Send transcripts to institution

3. Apply for financial aid/scholarships

4. Apply for housing

5. Verify immunization shots

6. Attend orientation

State Articulation Agreement

Florida law provides that Associate in Arts degree
graduates of a Florida community college must be granted
admission to an upper division program offered by a state
university institution, unless that program has been desig-
nated Limited Access. (See Transfer Guarantees Below)
If Limited Access minimum standards are not met, univer-
sities may deny both acceptance into the desired program
and acceptance into the university. The law gives priority
for admission to a state university, to community college
Associate in Arts graduates over out-of-state students.
Florida Community Colleges have similar articulation
agreements with the Independent Colleges and Universi-
ties of Florida (ICUF).

Effective fall term 2000, all graduates of an Associate
in Science degree program listed in the Statewide Articu-
lation Manual shall be granted admission into a correspond-
ing baccalaureate program at the state universities, except
for limited access programs and those requiring specific
grades in particular courses for admission.

Transfer Guarantees

Florida Community College Associate in Arts gradu-
ates are guaranteed the following rights when transferring
to a State university under the Statewide Articulation Agree-
ment (State Board of Education Rule 6A- 10.024):

Admission to one of the State Universities, except
to limited access programs which have additional ad-
mission requirements.

Acceptance of at least 60 credit hours by the State
Universities toward the baccalaureate degree.

Adherence to university requirements and policies
based on catalog in effect at the time the student first
entered a community college provided the student
maintains continuous enrollment.

Transfer of equivalent courses under the Statewide
Course Numbering System.

Acceptance by the State Universities of credit earned
in acceleratated programs (e.g., CLEP, AP, Dual Enroll-
ment, Early Admission, International Baccalaureate).

No additional General Education Core requirements.

Advance knowledge of selection criteria for limited
access programs.

Equal opportunity with native university students
to enter limited access programs.

Prerequisites

The universities determine the course and prerequisites
that must be taken to receive a baccalaureate degree. Al-
though all credits earned toward an Associate in Arts de-
gree will transfer to a university, not all credits earned will
meet program prerequisites or course requirements for a
baccalaureate degree. Therefore, students must assume re-
sponsibility for knowing the course requirements of the
intended program and taking the appropriate course(s) while
pursuing the Associate in Arts degree.

General Education Agreement

State Board of Education Regulation 6A- 10.24 stipu-
lates that the integrity of the general education program
will be recognized by all public institutions of higher edu-
cation in Florida. Once Edison has certified a student as
having satisfactorily completed the general education pro-
gram, no other public institution of higher education in
Florida, to which he or she may be qualified to transfer,
will require any further lower division general education
courses. Any questions about the general education pro-
gram should be addressed to an academic advising special-
ist or the transfer counselor.

Foreign Language Requirement

Effective August 1, 1989, all undergraduate students
who admit to a Florida public university must have earned
two credits of sequential foreign language at a secondary
level (high school) or the equivalent of such instruction at
the post-secondary level. The equivalent number of col-
lege credits in American Sign Language may substitute for
the foreign language admission requirement. In certain cases
students may be admitted without the completion of this
requirement but must satisfy the foreign language require-
ment prior to graduation from the university. This require-
ment does not apply to students who have already earned a
baccalaureate degree or those students who entered a state
university in Florida prior to Fall 1987. (NOTE: some ma-
jors may have a foreign language graduation requirement
in addition to admission requirement) Please consult with
the transfer counselor or an Academic Advising Specialist
about the foreign language requirements.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

To receive the Associate in Arts degree, Associate in
Science degree, or a Certificate, students must satisfy the
requirements for that degree or certificate. Degree and Cer-
tificate requirements are Hsted under Programs of Study
beginning on page 77 in this Catalog. Students are encour-
aged to see an academic advising specialist prior to each
registration. Students must satisfy the following College
requirements:

1. Earn the minimum required semester hours for the
degree or certificate with a cumulative 2.00 GPA and
a 2.00 GPA in courses which comprise the degree pro-
gram.

2. Satisfy Gordon Rule requirements, if applicable.

3. Complete all non-course requirements, if applicable.

4. Successfully complete a minimum of 25 % of the re-
quired degree or certificate course work at Edison
Community College.

5. Fulfill all obligations to Edison.

6. Satisfactorily complete the CLAST or an approved al-
ternative to CLAST, if applicable. CLAST exemptions
must be requested through the Assessment Office
before the end of semester in which the student is gradu-
ating. (See CLAST Policy, page 46. Applies to Asso-
ciate of Arts degree only.)

7. Meet all deadlines pertaining to graduation.

A continuously enrolled student may choose to meet
graduation requirements specified in either the College
Catalog in effect at the time of initial enrollment or at the
time of graduation. (See Effective Catalog Policy, page 18)

Graduation is processed automatically for all eligible
students. Degree or certificate notations are posted to the
student's transcript and diplomas are mailed to the
graduate's address of record.

Any student whose degree requirements were met in a
previous term is graduated in the term in which the gradu-
ation certification is granted.

Students may participate in the commencement cer-
emony, if the student is completing degree requirements
during the current academic year.

Degree and certificate requirements printed in this
Catalog are subject to change due to changes in Florida
State statutes or Department of Education rules. Final re-
sponsibility for meeting graduation requirements rests with
the student.

Student Services

Counseling Services

Counseling services are available at the Charlotte,
Collier and Lee County Campuses. Counseling services
include academic advisement, choice of major, career op-
tions, work and professional preparation, transfer to four-
year institutions, general education requirements, catalog
interpretation, withdrawal from College, and test interpre-
tation. Professional personnel can provide short term coun-
seling for students who find their academic or vocational
progress hindered by concerns of a personal, social or emo-
tional nature. Individual and group assistance is available
directly or by referral to responsible on campus or off cam-
pus sources.

Assessment Services

Testing is considered an essential part of the College
program. Placement testing or exemption is required of all
degree-seeking, certificate-seeking, early admissions, and
dual enrollment students prior to registration. Non-degree
seeking students planning to enroll in English and math-
ematics courses must also be tested or exempted. Students
with documented disabilities should contact the Assessment
Center at least seventy-two (72) hours in advance if spe-
cial arrangements are needed.

Edison also accepts scores for the SAT-R and ACT-
Enhanced tests taken within the previous two years. Stu-
dents who have completed college level coursework at other
post-secondary institutions may bring in an unofficial tran-
script to be reviewed for possible exemption from the Florida
College Entry Level Placement Test (FCELPT). The results
of the entry placement testing (FCELPT, ACT-Enhanced,
and SAT-R) are used to evaluate the student's readiness for
College level work, or the need for college preparatory
classes, and to help the student plan a program of studies.

Other testing services provided by the Office of Coun-
seling, Advising and Assessment on the Lee Campus in-
clude, CLEP, a nationally developed program for acquiring

college credit by examination and CLAST, a test of col-
lege-level communication and computation skills. CLAST
may be taken after completing ENC 1 101 and ENC 1 102,
one college level math class, and 18 credit hours.

Students may get more information about testing require-
ments by contacting the Assessment area on each campus.

Placement Testing

Placement testing is required of all degree-seeking stu-
dents prior to registration and for non-degree seeking stu-
dents intending to enroll in mathematics or English courses.
Testing is used to determine placement in English, math-
ematics, and reading courses. Students are required to take
the FCELPT or submit a full set of ACT-E or SAT-R scores.
The FCELPT is administered at all campuses and sites.
Contact local campus for additional information.

Students who do not achieve the minimum scores on
these tests, will be placed in, and required to satisfactorily
complete, appropriate college preparatory instruction.
"Florida State Board of Education Administrative Rule 6A-
10.0315(20) mandates that students complete their reme-
dial coursework by the time they have accumulated twelve
(12) hours of college credit coursework or they must main-
tain continuous enrollment in college preparatory
coursework each semester until the requirements are com-
pleted while performing satisfactorily in the degree earn-
ing coursework."

Florida Statute 1007-263 mandates that every student
at Edison Community College, who scores below college
level in any area on the common placement test, be informed
of alternative remedial options.

A student who selects a private provider for remedial
instruction is entitled to enroll in college level courses in
skill areas other than those for which the student is being
remediated. Once the student has successfully completed a
remediation program, they must be retested and achieve a
score above the cut-score in the appropriate section(s) of
the common placement test.

CURRENT COLLEGE-LEVEL CUTOFF SCORES FOR PLACEMENT

Placement In/At:

FCELPT

ACT-E

SAT-R

ENC 11 01

83 - Sentence Skills
83 - Reading Skills

17- English
18 - Reading

440 - Verbal

Other College-level courses

83 - Reading Skills

18 -Reading

440 - Verbal

MAT 1033

35-1- - Arithmetic Skills & 72 Elem.

Alg.

19 -Math

440 - Math

MGF 1106 or MGF 1107

35-1- - Arithmetic Skills & 72 Elem.

Alg.

19 -Math

440 -Math

MAC 1105 or STA 2023

35-1- - Arithmetic Skills & 90 Elem.

Alg.

23 - Math

540 - Math

Cutoffs in placement are subject to change.

Orientation

Edison Community College offers both an On-Cam-
pus Orientation and an On-Line Orientation. Students en-
tering Edison for the first time are strongly encouraged to
attend a Student Orientation session.

On-Campus Orientation is an information session,
during which you will be meeting with a Student Services
professional staff member.

On-Line Orientation is available on the Edison Com-
munity College web site at www.edison.edu.

Edison Community College's On-Line Orientation is
intended as an alternative to the On-Campus Orientation.

Academic Advising Services

Following orientation and the assessment process, each
degree-seeking student is required to meet with an academic
advising specialist or counselor who will assist in the fol-
lowing:

1. Designing an educational plan to accomplish the ob-
jective desired by the student;

2. Understanding the General Education Program of the
College;

3. Selecting courses for long-range educational goals;

4. Resolving difficulties encountered by the student in
understanding educational programs and transfer re-
quirements.

5. Monitoring the student's progress towards educational
goals. This includes an 18-24 credit hour education
plan review and 40-48 credit hour graduation course
check.

STANDARDS OF ACADEMIC PROGRESS
(SOAP)

The purpose of maintaining Standards of Academic
Progress is to assist Edison in identifying and providing
help to students who are having academic difficulties. The
intent of SOAP is to alert students that they are not making
appropriate progress in a timely basis, so that they may
correct academic weaknesses and problems early in their
college career. The overall effect of these standards is im-
proved academic performance, increased use of special re-
sources available for students encountering academic
difficulty, and increased retention of students.

To complete degree and certificate program require-
ments, students are required to maintain a minimum cu-
mulative grade point average (GPA) of "C" (2.0 on a 4.0
scale) or better. The District Director of Counseling, Ad-
vising and Assessment sends written notification to each
student placed on Academic Probation, Academic Suspen-
sion, Probation after Academic Suspension or Academic
Dismissal.

1. GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING: Students are con-
sidered in good academic standing if they maintain a
2.0 or higher cumulative GPA and earn credit in greater
than 50% of the total credits attempted.

2. ACADEMIC WARNING: Students are considered on
academic warning if they have attempted 12 credit
hours or less with a cumulative GPA less than 2.0, or
have earned credit in less than 50 percent of the total
credits attempted. These students should see a Coun-
selor or Academic Advising Specialist prior to future
registration. Academic warning limits a student's en-
rollment to 12 credits in Fall, Spring and Summer, and
six (6) credits in Summer A and B.

3. ACADEMIC PROBATION: Students whose cumu-
lative GPA is below 2.0 are placed on academic proba-
tion. These students receive a letter from the District
Director of Counseling, Advising and Assessment in-
forming them of their status. These students are re-
quired to see a Counselor or Academic Advising
Specialist to determine the best strategies to improve
their academic progress. Academic Probation limits a
student to nine credits in the Fall, Spring and full Sum-
mer semesters and limits a student to three credits in
Summer A and B semesters. Students on academic pro-
bation are placed on suspension if they do not main-
tain or improve their term GPA in the following
semester, and they could jeopardize their financial aid
eligibility, scholarship or veteran's benefits.

4. ACADEMIC SUSPENSION: Students whose term
GPA declines while on academic probation are sus-
pended for one semester (e.g.. Fall, Spring, Summer).
Students may petition their suspension to continue their
enrollment by completing an academic petition form
through the Office of Counseling & Advising. (Please
see Petitions page 28 for more information) Students
approved for continuation of enrollment through peti-
tion will be placed on Probation After Suspension sta-
tus. Students whose petitions are denied are suspended
for one semester.

5. PROBATION AFTER ACADEMIC SUSPEN-
SION: Students who re-enter Edison following aca-
demic suspension are required to work closely with a
Counselor or an Academic Advising Specialist who
helps the student develop an appropriate schedule of
classes. Probation After Academic Suspension limits
a student to nine credits in the Fall, Spring and full
Summer semesters and limits a student to three credits
in Summer A and B semesters. Students who fail to
maintain or improve their current cumulative GPA and
fail to achieve a 2.0 GPA in their most recent semester
are dismissed for one (1) full academic year. Petitions
are not available to students in this category.

6. ACADEMIC DISMISSAL: Students who have been
on probation after academic suspension and have failed
to make satisfactory progress are dismissed for one full
academic year. At the end of the dismissal period, the
student must petition the District Vice President for
Student Services or designee for re-admission. (Please
see Petitions page 28 for more information)

Student Success

To encourage positive and productive educational ex-
periences it is strongly recommended that all first time in
college students who are undecided about their education
or career goals, or returning adult students who want to
enhance their college survival skills enroll in SLS ] 101,
College Success Skills, a three credit or one credit hour elec-
tive course.

Students concerned about improving their reading
speed, comprehension, and vocabulary should enroll in REA
1605, Study Skills for College Students, a one credit hour
elective course.

Student Support Services

The Student Support Services Program is funded by
the U.S. Department of Education. This program is designed
for students whose parents did not graduate from a four-
year college/university and their family income may hinder
them from remaining in college without financial assistance.
Students must have a need for support services. A potential
Student Support Services student must be degree-seeking
and enrolled at Edison. The student must be a citizen or a
permanent resident of the U.S., or a permanent resident of
a Trust Territory of the U.S.

Student Support Services assists selected, qualified
participants with:

Course and Transfer Advisement

Scholarships For Limited Income Participants

Tuition Fee Exemptions For Peer Mentors

Cultural and Educational Activities

Workshops on relevant topics

Computer Skills Lab

Peer Mentoring Program

Career Exploration

Summer Enrichment Program

Auxiliary Aids Program

This program provides direct services to students with
documented disabilities such as; note taking, test proctor-
ing, and scribing plus the provision of specialized equip-
ment for student use. Auxiliary Aids Specialists are located
on the Charlotte, and Collier Campuses.

Single Parent Program

The Single Parent/Displaced Homemaker Program is
a grant-funded program with a mission to assist single preg-
nant women, single parents and displaced homemakers gain
marketable skills and attain self-sufficiency through voca-
tional training. The program is designed for students who
meet the following eligibility criteria:

1 . Enrolled in Associate in Science Degree or certificate
program core courses

2. Completed at least one semester at Edison Commu-
nity College with a GPA of 2.0 or better

3. Applied and eligible for a Pell Grant

4. Have custody of minor child/children or are adults re-
sponsible for livelihood due to divorce, separation,
death or disability of a spouse.
Information and outreach services are extended to stu-
dents concerning vocational education or employment op-
portunities in careers as skilled workers in technical fields
and emerging occupations. The Coordinator is responsible
for evaluating the student's eligibility and needs as well as
providing direction for program choice, class selection and
other services. These services may include tuition exemp-
tions, textbook lending library, childcare scholarships and
transportation reimbursement for qualified students enrolled
in vocational core courses.

Upward Bound

The Upward Bound Program, established at Edison
Community College in 1999, is a grant program funded by
the U.S. Department of Education. Upward Bound is de-
signed to provide a comprehensive academic guidance and
skills development program to selected eligible students
from five target high schools in Lee County (Lehigh Se-
nior High, Fort Myers High, North Fort Myers High 1,
Riverdale High and Dunbar High School). It is an inten-
sive program that requires participants to attend monthly
meetings at the Lee County Campus during the academic
year, weekly tutoring as needed, and a six-week summer
school program. To participate in the program students must
meet eligibility requirements to include: being a U.S. cifi-
zen or permanent resident; being from a low-income house-
hold as established by the Federal Government; and/or being
a potential first-generation college student. Students are
selected as ninth or tenth graders and must make a com-
mitment to stay with the program until they enter into a
post-secondary educational program.

STUDENT LIFE

Student life is considered an important facet of the
Edison Community College experience. In keeping with
this philosophy, student activities staff work to provide a
variety of cultural and recreational opportunities that inter-
est the general student population. All programs are funded
by student generated fees.

Student Activities

A calendar of activities is maintained on each campus.
Special programs are posted on bulletin and electronic
messaging boards, as well as on the College's web page.

Student Participation in Decision Making

Edison Community College promotes student partici-
pation in the decision making process of the College through
a number of mechanisms, these include but are not limited
to representation on the Curriculum Committee, student
surveys, search committees, AS Program Committees, stu-
dent focus groups, Student Government Association (SGA)
and various clubs and organizations.

Student Identification

Student ID cards are available to all students. This stu-
dent identification may be required to participate in certain
campus services. Students should carry their ID card with
them at all times. In addition, the ID card may qualify stu-
dents to discounts at area theaters and businesses.

Telephones for Students

A number of pay telephones are located on each cam-
pus for student use. College office telephones are for offi-
cial business or to report emergencies.

Fine Arts Programs

Music, theater and the visual arts constitute a signifi-
cant and visible part of the Edison academic program.
Courses in these disciplines are offered throughout the year.
Faculty and student recitals provide an opportunity to hear
a wide range of music performed by accomplished musi-
cians. The Edison Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, and the Jazz
Ensemble present numerous concerts each year. The Col-
lege Choir presents several varying programs during each
session. Edison students present their work each year in
two student art shows.

The Edison Community College theater program wel-
comes students as well as community members to its fa-
cilities at the William Frizzell Center of the Lee County
Alliance of the Arts at the corner of McGregor and Colo-
nial Boulevards in Fort Myers. Performances, staged twice
a year, include comedy, musicals, and serious drama. Stu-
dents who participate in the program may be eligible for
tuition waivers.

The Gallery of Fine Art presents exhibitions by in-
ternationally known traditional and contemporary artists
during the entire year. The Gallery is located in Humani-
ties Hall on the Lee County Campus. Films, lectures and
workshops to complement the exhibitions are free and open
to the public. Artistic exhibitions are also featured in the
Learning Resources Center on the Collier County Cam-
pus.

The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall opened
in January of 1986. The Hall seats 1,777 and features state-
of-the-art sound and lighting systems. Hosting Broadway
touring companies and professional music and dance en-
sembles, as well as community productions and College
activities, the Hall is an asset to both the College and the
community.

Peer Ttitorial Program

The Edison Community College Peer Tutorial Program
is committed to providing students opportunities for aca-
demic achievement through personalized tutoring services.
Its goal is to facilitate learning in a professional, yet re-
laxed environment. The Peer Tutorial Program is available
in a broad range of academic subject areas. It specializes in
individual and small group tutoring sessions. Special ar-
rangements are made during final exams to assist students.
For more information call 498-9390 or 433-8048 on the
Lee Campus, 637-55 15 on the Charlotte Campus, and 732-
3120 on the Collier Campus. Those students attending
classes in Hendry/Glades may request tutoring through the
Lee County Campus.

Minority Student Services

Edison Community College supports the rich cultural
diversity represented by its student body, and actively seeks
to recruit and retain minority students. To assist students
through every aspect of College life, the Coordinator of
Student Activities and Minority Student Services provides
assistance to the entire five county district. Annual
multicultural events of interest to minority students include
the Lee County Brain Bowl competition. College Knowl-
edge, Financial Aid workshops, discussion groups on di-
versity issues, minority mentor programs, the celebration
of Black History Month, and ethnic festivals. Students may
contact the Coordinator of Student Activities and Minority
Student Services at (239)-489-9338 on the Lee County
Campus.

Student Organizations

Club activities at Edison Community College provide
a variety of opportunities for students to participate in the
college community outside the classroom. For more infor-

mation contact the Director of Student Services on the
Charlotte and Collier campuses and the Coordinator for
Student Services on the Lee County Campus.

Students are invited to join one of the following clubs:

African-American Student Association-Lee

The primary objective for this organization is to en-
courage African-American students to reach their full aca-
demic potential. The Association emphasizes academic
excellence, cultural appreciation and social interaction.

Art Club-Lee

This group of students share their artistic talents with
the rest of the campus. The Art Club hosts student art ex-
hibits, paints faces at special events, takes field trips, etc.

Astronomy Club-Charlotte

This club is open to all students interested in astronomy.
The club meets for observations and discussions on topics
related to astronomy.

Criminal Justice Club-Lee

The Criminal Justice Club is an aspiring group of stu-
dent criminologists who participate in field trips to prisons
and morgues, and also hosts various speakers from correc-
tions, probation, parole, and law enforcement agencies.
Anyone with an interest in criminology is welcome to join.

Delta Psi Omega-Lee, Charlotte

Delta Psi Omega is a nationally recognized fraternity
for students majoring in theater. Club members work on a
variety of plays throughout the year, as well as attend work-
shops and conferences to master their art.

Dental Hygiene Club-Lee

Membership in this club is limited to dental hygiene
students. Individuals involved in this club are students in
the Dental Hygienist Program. Club members work together
on a number of different activities that enhance their edu-
cational and social development.

Edison Guiding Lights Program-Lee, Charlotte

The Edison Guiding Lights (EGLs) are a select group
of student leaders chosen to serve as student assistants in
the Office of College Information and Recruitment. The
EGLs assist in the recruitment and retention of Edison
Community College students. Selection is based on lead-
ership qualities, scholastic achievement, and the ability to
positively represent Edison Community College to students,
parents, visitors, staff, faculty and other College constitu-
encies.

Honors Scholar Program Council-Lee

The Council was formed to assist in the development
of the Honors Scholars Program. It is run by the students in
this program and is an excellent opportunity for partici-
pants to become involved in various leadership and volun-
teer service positions.

International Club-Lee, Charlotte

International students are invited to share their cultures
through social and educational programs. Meetings typi-
cally feature a specific country with presentations and dis-
cussions.

Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship-Lee, Charlotte,
Collier

Inter-varsity Christian Fellowship promotes Christian
values on campus and in personal life. Members are in-
volved with fund-raising for special club activities, and they
also sponsor activities such as blood drives on campus.

Latin-American Student Association-Lee

The primary objective of this organization is to en-
courage Latin-American students to reach their full poten-
tial academically. The Association emphasizes academic
excellence, cultural appreciation and social interaction.

Multicultural Club-Collier

Students of different ethnicities have united to uplift
their culture, share their differences and engage in educa-
tional and social activities.

The Paralegal Club-Lee

The Paralegal Club provides a support opportunity for
students interested in the field of legal studies. Activities
include the exploration of both career and educational ad-
vancement through the coordination of guest lecturers, field
trips, scholarship review, social activities, and community
service.

Phi Beta Lambda-Lee, Charlotte

Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) is the business fraternity or-
ganized at the state and national levels. Activities include
academic competitions, community service projects and
fund-raising. PBL has won several chapter and individual
awards at all levels of the organization.

Phi Lambda Alpha-Lee

This is a fraternity for students studying to be legal
assistants. These students actively support campus and stu-
dent activities, in addition to participating in legal assist-
ing workshops.

Phi Theta Kappa-Lee, Charlotte, Collier

Founded in 1918, Phi Theta Kappa, the 2 year college
national honor fraternity, recognizes leadership, scholar-
ship and service. To be invited for membership a student
must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA, have earned a 3.5 GPA in
a Fall or Spring semester, and show interest in serving
Edison and the community. Inducfions are held in Fall and
Spring.

Philosophy Club-Lee, Collier

The Philosophy Club is open to all students with an
interest in philosophy. Members meet to discuss philosophi-
cal subjects and develop higher levels of reasoning and criti-
cal thinking skills.

Players Club-Lee

The Players Club is a social organization with the
purpose of bringing students together through social ac-
tivities. A variety of interactive events are planned through-
out the year to help students bond with one another and
with the college.

Political Science Club-Lee, Collier

Party identification is not needed to join the Political
Science Club. Members engage in challenging discussions
regarding candidates, issues and policies.

Project HOPE-Lee, Charlotte, Collier

Hope stands for Help One Person Excel. This program
provides incentives for HOPE scholars to achieve success
throughout their college experience.

Radiology Club-Lee

The Radiology Club members work together to fur-
ther their knowledge outside of the classroom. Members
work in hospitals and attend seminars to increase their un-
derstanding of radiologic technology.

Respiratory Therapy Club-Lee

Students seeking an Associates of Science degree in
Respiratory Therapy are invited to join. Members are in-
volved in numerous activities related to furthering their
education.

Student Nurses Association-Lee
Club Nurse-Charlotte

This chapter of a nationally recognized organization,
National Student Nurses Association (NSNA) with state
and regional affiliations. Aspiring nurses participate in this
club by sponsoring a variety of fund-raisers and guest speak-
ers. Members also assist in campus health fairs by offering
their services to participants.

How to Organize a Club at Edison

Students are encouraged to join clubs and to organize
associations at Edison for educational, political, social, re-
ligious or cultural purposes, as long as they are in keeping
with the philosophy and objectives of the College. The Col-
lege procedure for organizing a campus club is as follows:

1. Secure a petition for organization from the Student
Government Office.

2. Submit the completed petition, which should include
a list of prospective members, a constitution and by-
laws, a sponsor and any other information which may
be relevant according to the College Catalog.

3. A representative of the proposed group should then
submit the completed petition to the Student Govern-
ment Association's Senate, and the District Vice Presi-
dent for Student Services for approval or disapproval.

Student Government Association and
Student Representation

The Student Government Association (SGA) is the
student's voice at Edison Community College. There is a
Student Government Association on each of the three cam-
puses. The SGA serves:

1 . To provide a means whereby members of the student
body may express themselves.

2. To provide leadership in coordination of activities of
the student body for the benefit of the entire College.

3. To act as a service organization for Edison Commu-
nity College.

The SGA is made up of club appointed Representa-
tives, and elected Senators, who coordinate events, service
projects and follow through on student issues. Representa-
tives confer with their advisor on matters of student inter-
est and concern and promote the general welfare of the
student body. All qualified students are invited to partici-
pate in SGA by attending meetings and running for office.
Students are free, individually and collectively, to express
their views on issues of College policy and on matters of
general interest to the student body. The Student Govern-
ment Association provides a means for participation in the
formulation and application of College policy affecting aca-
demic and student affairs with the assistance of the SGA
Advisor and the District Vice President for Student Ser-
vices. Proposals for changes in policy, regulations and pro-
cedures which affect the student body as a whole are to be
directed through the SGA and its advisor or the District
Vice President for Student Services.

The right of assembly for students is recognized, pro-
viding that student gatherings do not disrupt or interfere
with the orderly educational operation of the institution.
Such assembly must be in compliance with Florida stat-
utes and College policies and procedures.

GENERAL REGULATIONS FOR STUDENT
DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES

Academic Standards for Leadership

To hold minor offices in Student Government Asso-
ciation or in student clubs, students must have a minimum
2.0 GPA for the preceding session and a minimum cumula-
tive 2.0 GPA and complete a minimum of six (6) semester
classroom credit hours. Holders of major offices or Execu-
tive Board positions must maintain a 2.5 GPA for the cur-
rent and cumulative semesters and maintain at least nine
(9) credit hours in the Fall and Spring semesters during
their appointment.

Scheduling Meetings, Activities

All clubs and student organizations on the Lee County-
Campus must secure meeting times and room assignments
through the office of the District Vice President for Stu-
dent Services. On the Charlotte and Collier County Cam-
puses, clubs obtain meeting rooms through the Office of
the Provost.

Student Organization Standards

Recognized student organizations at Edison Commu-
nity College are responsible for maintaining the following
standards:

I. Each organization must have one advisor who is ap-
proved by the respective District Dean or administra-
tor and be a member of the College staff/faculty. No
regularly scheduled meetings of the organization or of
its officers may be held without the advisor present. If
a special meeting is called, the advisor must be noti-
fied far enough in advance so that he or she can be
present or arrange for appropriate representation.

II. Membership in student organizations is limited to stu-
dents of Edison Community College.

III. Activities of student groups must be conducted in ac-
cordance with city, county, state, federal and College
regulations.

IV. The elected student leaders and staff advisor of the
group are the administrative coordinators for the group
and must adhere to College regulations.

V. Clubs must obtain authorization for off-campus trips
and/or activities. All paperwork must be completed and
submitted to the appropriate Student Services staff at
least two (2) weeks prior to the trip or event.

A. Representatives shall be limited to the number of
official voting delegates. The College suggests no
more than 15 students per advisor.

B. An advisor or proxy must accompany any off-cam-
pus trip sponsored by the group. The advisor has
the full authority of the College in matters relat-

ing to student conduct and student welfare. Clubs
are encouraged to complete a Student Organiza-
tion Program Report Form after each event.
VI. Failure to meet these prescribed standards, or infrac-
tion of these regulations may result in:

A. Denial of use of College facilities.

B . Denial of recognition of the group as an organiza-
tion.

C. Forfeiture of the right to representation in other
College organizations such as SGA.

D. Forfeiture of the right to representation in the Col-
lege publications.

E. Denial of privileges of some or all Student Devel-
opment activities for a stated period.

F. Forfeiture of the right to function as a group, in-
cluding forfeiture of charter. If there is a violation
of regulations, the student or group may have a
hearing, according to the Student Code of Con-
duct and Responsibility.

G. Loss of officer status in organization.

Regulations, Procedures

I. Definition: A Student Development function is defined
as an activity or entertainment, sponsored by a Col-
lege approved student group, designed to promote
growth and development of students.

II. Approval of Functions: All functions must be ap-
proved at least two weeks in advance of the event. The
correct procedure is as follows:

A. Clear the date on the student activity calendar with
the appropriate Student Services staff member and
with the advisor.

B. Obtain an Activity Request Form from the appro-
priate Student Services staff member.

C. Present the Activity Request Form to the advisor
and to the appropriate Student Services staff mem-
ber for approval. Date, location, hours, budget,
theme, agreement and signature of the
organization's president, advisor and treasurer
should be indicated on the form.

D. Completed forms must be submitted two weeks
prior to the event. Upon approval of your request,
space, publicity, invitations, and other preparations
may be made.

E. All publicity must be approved by the club advi-
sor. Clubs may complete a Club Activity Proposal
Form to have an event co-sponsored by the Stu-
dent Government Association or Student Activities.

F. Public Entertainment

1 . Student organizations may hold no entertain-
ment open to the public without the consent
of the advisor and the appropriate Student
Services staff.

2. All plans, scripts, librettos, and costumes must
be approved by the club advisor.

III. Location of Functions: It is acceptable to have an
event in any approved place in the five-county Col-
lege district. A location may be disapproved because
of distance, inadequate police protection, inadequate
facilities, fire hazards or other reasons determined valid
by the advisor and the appropriate Student Services
staff member.

IV. Budgets: Each application for a function must be ac-
companied by a budget which is approved by the ad-
visor, president and treasurer.

V. Conduct: Organizations assume responsibility for
members' and guests' conduct as follows:

A. Only registered students and their guests may at-
tend College events sponsored by student organi-
zations, unless by special invitation of the group.

B. Attire should be appropriate for a public event.

C. Each group should refrain from using decorations,
signs and favors considered in poor taste because
students represent the College at all times.

D. Any function sponsored by or held in the name of
a recognized student organization must abide by
all regulations stated herein, whether that func-
tion is held on or off the College campus.

E. The College expects students to conduct them-
selves as mature adults, to dress and conduct so-
cial events in good taste, and reserves the right at
any time to discipline students whose conduct is
deemed against College regulations. (Student
Code of Conduct)

F. Use or possession of alcohol and/or drugs by a
student or advisor during any College sponsored
activity is prohibited. Violation of this policy can
result in disciplinary action.

VI. Duties as Advisor of a Campus Group: It is impor-
tant for the advisor, officers and members to discuss
their expectations for each other and the group. This
will aid in preventing misunderstandings as the year
progresses. The agreed-upon expectations should be
written and distributed so that all participants are aware
that they are accountable for the guidelines. The advi-
sor serves as a resource person and an overseer of ad-
ministrative details.

A. Resource: Advisors have organizational and com-
munity knowledge. Often they have been advisors
of one club for quite a while and can share experi-
ences that have occurred over the years. An advisor's
professional and business associates, as well as
friends in the local community are additional re-

sources for clubs. With the assistance of a club advi-
sor, outside resources can be used as speakers and
sources of financial and general support.

B. Administrative Details: Advisors are employees
of the College and therefore have critical infor-
mation regarding College staff, operations, regu-
lations, etc. This can be of great benefit to clubs,
especially when dealing with detail-oriented tasks
such as purchasing items and traveling to confer-
ences. Most advisors will be familiar with parlia-
mentary procedures, Robert's Rules of Order,
minutes, and bookkeeping and can share this
knowledge with others in the club.

C. Rights and Responsibilities: Advisors of clubs
at Edison are afforded certain rights and responsi-
bilities.

An advisor has the right to:

1. Receive ample notice of meetings and club
functions that require his/her presence.

2. Obtain a corporate account credit card through
the College for club-related travel expenses.

3. Document the behavior of students that are
in violation of the Code of Conduct and Re-
sponsibility. Discipline students in conjunc-
tion with the District Vice President for
Student Services.

4. Support club endeavors and voice his/her
opinion in matters of the College.

An advisor has the responsibilities of:

1. Attending all club sponsored functions (in-
cluding field trips/conferences) or getting a
suitable replacement. Club functions will not
be considered official without the advisor
present and individual members and the club
will be held responsible for unofficial acts
undertaken in the name of the College and/or
club.

2. Ensuring that any club publication is approved
by the club advisor.

3. Approving and signing-off on all club expen-
ditures.

4. Keeping abreast of the work and progress of
the club.

5. Being a mediator when a problem arises that
hinders the club's progress.

6. Empowering students with information (Col-
lege and community) that will enable them to
effectively work together and make progress.

7. Maintaining a club ledger or working closely
with the treasurer to maintain records.

8. Checking to see that all officers meet GPA
and hours requirements and are not on disci-
plinary probation.

9. Conferring with newly elected officers to ori-
ent them to their responsibilities and the club
constitution.

10. Assisting the club president in evaluating the
performance of the club and other members.
Remember, an advisor is there to do just that,
advise. They are first employees of Edison
and must maintain those responsibilities in
addition to personal and professional devel-
opment. Students are expected to be respon-
sible for the success of the organization with
input from the advisor.

Financial Regulations, Procedures

All fmancial transactions must be approved by the ad-
visor, president and treasurer of the club. The officers and
advisor of a student organization are responsible for seeing
that the group observes the financial policies and proce-
dures of Edison and has the duty of informing appointees
of the purchasing regulations. The treasurer is held respon-
sible for collecting and depositing all funds in Edison's
Cashier Office within 24 hours. She/he shares with the presi-
dent and the advisor the responsibility of informing mem-
bers of financial duties and of proper purchasing procedures.
All expenditures from club funds must be approved by the
organization, either by budget or by motion, properly sec-
onded and passed by majority vote and signed-off by the
advisor, president, and treasurer.

Fund Raising

Before soliciting funds on or off campus, approved stu-
dent organizations must complete and submit an Activity
Request Form to the appropriate student development per-
sonnel on the campus where the organization is sanctioned.
Once approved, this document serves as the organization's
official permit. It is the responsibility of the organization's
treasurer to collect and disburse all such funds. He/She shall
be considered responsible to the president of the organiza-
tion, the advisors, the members, and to the College.

College rules do not allow any fund raising activity on
campus that would be in direct competition with College
contractors. In addition, student organizations are not al-
lowed to conduct food sales on campus, with the exception
of baked goods and non-alcoholic drinks.

Purchasing Procedures at Edison for Clubs/
Organizations

Once a student organization is officially recognized by
Edison, it is entitled to an account (Fund 6) within the Col-
lege. These funds are governed by the College's Business
Office and are accountable to certain guidelines. Note: Stu-
dent Organization accounts are not interest generating.
I. Accounts and Statements

A club president, treasurer, or advisor need only con-
tact the appropriate Student Services staff member and
request that an account be opened for that organiza-
tion. Once the account number is obtained, it is crifi-
cal that your organization list the correct account
number with 1 1 place holders-2I I and club's name on

all budget paperwork (i.e., 55550000000-2 11). This is
particularly important since some account numbers
have the same prefix, but different suffix.

Monthly statements for all Edison accounts are pro-
duced in the Business Office on the Lee Campus. These
statements are distributed to the budget administrator
for the various accounts. Because the statements ar-
rive monthly, it is mandatory that club treasurers and
advisors maintain a ledger with all club transactions.
The budget administrator maintains account ledgers
for all clubs and organizations on their prospective
campuses. Club members and advisors may feel free
to compare their ledgers with the budget administrator
any time during the year.

The budget administrator's signature must be on all
budget paperwork before it can be approved. In addi-
tion to this, the club president, treasurer and advisor
must also validate the financial transaction with their
signatures. Note: The club advisor should be listed as
the College contact person for any student
organization's order placed with a vendor.
II. Budget Transactions

There are four budget transactions that clubs may
use: request for purchase, request for payment, petty
cash and deposits.

A. Request for Purchase: The REQUEST FOR
PURCHASE FORM can only be submitted for
vendors who accept Edison's purchase order. If a
vendor will not accept an Edison purchase order,
contact the Purchasing Office for the name of a
comparable vendor who accepts purchase orders
and can provide the services or goods you desire.
Signatures of the president, treasurer, and advisor
must be on the form authorizing the transaction.
Submit the typed form to the budget administra-
tor for approval. Note: Clubs cannot place an or-
der with a vendor without a purchase order number
from the Purchasing Office.

B. Petty Cash: Expenses totaling less than $25 may
be reimbursed immediately through petty cash.
Obtain a PETTY CASH FORM from the Cashier's
Office. Secure advisor's, president's and treasurer's
and budget administrator's signature, and submit
with a receipt attached, to the Cashier for reim-
bursement. A copy of the PETTY CASH FORM
must be returned to the appropriate Student Ser-
vices staff member for bookkeeping purposes.

C. Deposit Memos: Deposits can be made on any
campus through the Cashier in a matter of mo-
ments. The Cashier's Office will provide all stu-
dent organizations with DEPOSIT MEMOS. These
may be submitted to the Cashier with cash or
checks for deposit into club accounts. Checks must
be made out to the student organization and Edison
Community College and possess the issuer's so-

cial security number (if a student). One copy of
the DEPOSIT MEMO will be returned to the stu-
dent and the other kept at the Cashier's Office.
D. Request for Payment: The REQUEST FOR PAY-
MENT form may ONLY be used for travel expen-
ditures. Complete the REQUEST FOR PAYMENT
form and submit with supporting documents to the
appropriate Student Services staff member. A check
is normally ready within 2 weeks. The Business
Office will mail the check to the organization or
release it to a designee at the Cashier's Office.

The time line for the above mentioned budget transac-
tions is a strict one. All budget paperwork must be sub-
mitted to the appropriate Student Services staff member
for appropriate signatures. Once approved and signed,
the materials are then forwarded to Accounts Payable or
Purchasing. Any account that has no financial activity
for at least one year is determined to be inactive.

Travel Policies

There are several steps that a student organization must
complete before they can travel. Prior planning is the key
to a successful, safe and enjoyable off-campus excursion.
I. Travel Procedures and Paperwork

A. Travel Authorization Form: Students attending
ANY off-campus club sponsored event must sign
and submit a College TRAVEL AUTHORIZA-
TION FORM for the trip to be considered offi-
cial. A TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION FORM
should be completed & submitted to the appropri-
ate Student Services staff member prior to depar-
ture.

B. Code of the Road: The CODE OF THE ROAD
sets guidelines for club members on off-campus
excursions. All Edison student organizations are
responsible for using the CODE OF THE ROAD.
It should be read and signed by all trip attendees,
then submitted to the appropriate Student Services
staff member prior to departure. This form allows
the student to receive medical attention, emergency
contact, and informs the student that they are still
held accountable for adhering to Student Code of
Conduct.

Regardless of how an organization reaches its trip des-
tination, remember, that this is an outside-classroom learn-
ing experience that you are allowed to attend. While
learning, networking and socializing are all important, cer-
tain safety considerations must always be adhered to.

Transportation

Members of clubs may use rental vehicles, commer-
cial transportation, or their personal vehicles for club trips
and conferences. However, there are certain stipulations
attached to all of these means of transportation and paper-
work to be completed.

I. College Vehicle: No student may drive a College ve-
hicle or rental vehicle on behalf of the College or any
club unless that student is an employee of the College.
If the club advisor or supervisor asks a student to drive
a vehicle on behalf of the College, the following must
be done: (1) make a copy of the student's Employ-
ment Authorization form and valid driver's license, (2)
submit this to the appropriate Student Services staff
member for approval two weeks prior to departure. If
the student has permission of the appropriate Student
Services staff member and the club advisor to drive
his/her own vehicle (not a rental or college vehicle) to
a conference, the student's own insurance should pro-
vide coverage. The student must drive in "caravan"
style with the advisor.

II. Public Transportation: Commercial transportation
includes air, train, bus and boat. Because students and
groups are often afforded discounts, the appropriate
Student Services staff member and/or club advisor
should always be consulted prior to making any reser-
vations. All proper paperwork must be submitted be-
fore arrangements are made. If transportation is
provided by a vehicle rented on a College purchase
order, non-students and non-College employees are not
covered under the College's insurance.

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Edison Community College students are both citizens
and members of the academic community. Upon registra-
tion, all students are entitled to the following freedoms and/
or rights provided that their exercise does not disrupt the
orderly operation of the College:

Right to freedom of expression

Right to peaceful assembly

Right to a fair and impartial hearing

Right to appeal any administrative decision which

adversely affects them
Right to participate in Student Government

It is expected that the exercise of any of the aforemen-
tioned rights must be in compliance with Florida law as
well as the policies and procedures established by the Col-
lege and its Board of Trustees.

It is the responsibility of each student to become fa-
miliar with and to abide by the College policies and regu-
lations published in its policy statements, current Catalog
and Student Handbook, official manuals and other publi-
cations. Failure to comply with these rules may result in
the initiation of disciplinary action. Edison reserves the right
to discipline a student for activities which take place off
campus when those activities adversely affect the college
community. Disciplinary action by the College may pro-
ceed while criminal proceedings are pending and will not
be subjected to challenge on the grounds that criminal
charges involving the same incident have been dismissed
or reduced.

Written Concerns or Complaints

A concern or complaint is to be distinguished from a
petition. A signed concern or complaint with contact infor-
mation allows the College to respond most effectively to
the concern or complaint expressed. A written concern or
complaint is to be delivered to the supervisor of the area,
except for areas noted below. Since a concern or complaint
is normally related to a specific incident, it is addressed by
the appropriate College official. A concern or complaint
about a grade will be referred to the professor, since it is
the professor's professional obligation to assess student
performance.

A concern or complaint related to sexual harassment
must be submitted to the District Vice President for Stu-
dent Services (see "State Statues and College Policies Af-
fecting Students").

Violations of College policy must be submitted to the
District Vice President for Student Services (see "Student
Discipline and Hearing Procedures"). "Incident Report"
forms may be obtained from the Security Office on each
campus.

Student Code of Conduct

Edison Community College has established regulations
which are considered necessary to preserve and maintain
an environment conducive to learning, to insure the safety
and well-being of members of the College community, to
encourage students in the development and practice of good
citizenship and self-discipline, and to protect property and
equipment of the College. Each student, whether in day or
evening classes, full-time or part-time, is expected to be
familiar with the rules and regulations of the College
pertaining to academic affairs, social conduct, and student
activities, which are published in this Catalog. Each student
is responsible for conforming to the rules contained herein
in addition to avoiding violations of the following specific
offenses to the academic community. Failure to comply with
these rules may result in the initiation of disciplinary action.

ARTICLE 1: DEFINITIONS

The Term College means Edison Community College.

The term Student Code of Conduct may be referred
to hereinafter as the Code.

The term "student" includes all persons taking courses
at Edison (both credit and non-credit), both full-time and
part-time. Students who are not officially enrolled for a
particular term but who have a continuing relationship with
Edison are still considered "students."

The term "faculty member" means any person hired
by Edison to conduct classroom activities.

The term "Edison official" includes any person em-
ployed by Edison, performing assigned administrative or
professional responsibilifies.

The term "member of Edison community" includes
any person who is a student, faculty member, Edison offi-
cial, or any other person employed by Edison. A person's
status in a particular situation shall be determined by the
District Vice President for Student Services.

The term "Edison premises" include all land, build-
ings, facilities, and other property which is in the posses-
sion of or owned, used, or controlled by Edison.

The term "organization" means any number of per-
sons who have completed the process required for recogni-
tion/designation as an official student group by the College.

The term "Disciplinary Committee" means any per-
son or persons authorized by the District Vice President for
Student Services or designee to determine whether a stu-
dent has violated Code and to recommend imposition of
sanctions. This may also include the District Vice Presi-
dent for Student Services. Also referred to as the "judicial
body".

The term "Appeals Committee" means any person or
persons authorized by the District Vice President for Stu-
dent Services or designee to consider an appeal from a ju-

dicial body's determination that a student has violated the
Code or from the sanctions imposed by the District Vice
President for Student Services.

The term "shall" is used in the imperative sense.

The term "may" is used in the permissive sense.

The District Vice President for Student Services is the
Edison official responsible for administration of the Code.

The term "policy" is defined as the written regulation
of Edison as found in, but not limited to, the Student Code
of Conduct, Student Handbook, and Catalog.

The term "cheating" includes but is not limited to: ( 1 )
use of any unauthorized assistance in taking quizzes, tests,
or examination; (2) dependence upon the aid of sources
beyond those authorized by the instructor in writing pa-
pers, preparing reports, solving problems, or carrying out
other assignments; or (3) the acquisition, without permis-
sion, of tests or other academic material belonging to a
member of the Edison faculty or staff.

The term "plagiarism" includes, but is not limited to,
the use, by paraphrase or direct quotation, of the published
or unpublished work of another person without full and
clear acknowledgment. It also includes the unacknowledged
use of materials prepared by another person or agency en-
gaged in the selling of term papers or other academic ma-
terials.

ARTICLE II: JUDICIAL AUTHORITY

The District Vice President for Student Services or
designee shall determine the composition of judicial bod-
ies and Appeals Committee (s) and which judicial body,
and Appeals Committee shall be authorized to hear each
case.

The District Vice President for Student Services shall
develop policies for the administration of the judicial pro-
gram and procedural rules for the conduct of hearings,
which are consistent with provisions of the Code.

Decisions made by a judicial body, or the District Vice
President for Student Services or designee shall be final,
pending the normal appeal process set forth herein except
in a case of expulsion which must be approved by the Dis-
trict President.

ARTICLE III: JUDICIAL HEARINGS

Two types of hearings are provided for by the Student
Conduct Code. In the event that a student pleads guilty, the
District Vice President for Student Services may hear the
case and impose a sanction. In the case of a not guilty plea,
a hearing will be scheduled with members of the Disci-
plinary Committee.

The Disciplinary Committee shall consist of a mini-
mum number of three representatives from the College. One
member of the Committee designated by the District Vice
President for Student Services will chair the hearing. The
District Vice President for Student Services or designee may
be present during the hearing.

If the accused student fails to appear for the hearing,
the hearing may be held in the accused student's absence.

No disciplinary action shall be taken unless a prepon-
derance of the evidence establishes that the student's ac-
tions were in violation. Formal rules of evidence do not
apply.

ARTICLE IV: PROSCRIBED CONDUCT

Jurisdiction of the College: Generally, the College's
jurisdiction and discipline shall be limited to conduct which
occurs on College premises or which adversely affects the
College community and/or the pursuit of its objectives.
However, Edison will exercise its right to discipline a stu-
dent for activities which take place off-campus when those
activities adversely affect the College community. The Dis-
trict Vice President for Student Services will consider and
determine on a case by case basis any off-campus activity
in which the College's jurisdiction should be asserted.

Conduct — Rules and Regulations: Any student found
to have committed the following misconduct is subject to
the disciplinary sanctions outlined in Article V:

1. Insubordination or Disrespect for Constituted Au-
thority: Constituted authority is defined to mean any
person designated by the institution to implement in-
stitutional policies. Also, failing to obey a College of-
ficial who is performing his/her duties and failing to
respond to an official summons from an administra-
tive officer of the College within the time indicated.

2. Gambling for Money or Material Values: Games of
chance for money or material value are prohibited on
campus.

3. False Information: Furnishing false or misleading
information (oral or written) to College offices, fac-
ulty or staff.

4. Destruction of Property: This term is defined to mean
destruction, damage, or misuse of College property,
private property on the campus, vandalism and/or mis-
use of library material, fire equipment or other life-
safety equipment.

5 . Illegal Use or Possession of Narcotic or Psychedelic
Drugs is Strictly Prohibited: The Federal Drug Abuse
Act prohibits distribution and possession of certain
drugs, including amphetamines, barbiturates, halluci-
nogens and other prescription-type medications which
have not been prescribed by a licensed physician. Pos-
session and/or distribution of such drugs, when not
prescribed, constitutes a violation. (Senate Bill 989.
1969, as defined in Chapters 398 or 404 of the Florida
Statutes). (Controlled Substances Act 21 USC.81 1).

6. Possession or Use of Alcoholic Beverages: Use of
alcoholic beverages or having alcoholic beverages in
one's possession, either on campus or at a College-
approved function is prohibited.

7. Possession and/or Use of Firearms on Campus: Use
or possession of ammunition or other weapons and/or
setting off any explosive device, fireworks, or flam-
mable liquid or objects.

8. Forgery: Forging, alteration or misuse of College
documents, forms or records.

9. Stealing: The unlawful taking, destroying, defacing,
damaging, or misuse of College property or the prop-
erty belonging to others.

10. Academic Dishonesty: Students are expected to con-
duct their academic affairs in a forthright and honest
manner. In the event that students are guilty of class-
room cheating, plagiarism or otherwise misrepresent-
ing their work, they will be subject to disciplinary
sanctions.

1 1 . Violation of Law Committed On or Off the Cam-
pus: Violation of municipal, county, state or federal
law or subsequent conviction of same constitutes vio-
lation of College policy. The nature of the violation
will determine the extent of sanction that may be in-
voked by the College.

12. Hazing: Physical or emotional abuse of another per-
son in the College community, subjecting another per-
son therein to humiliating or painful ordeals, or
harassing someone with threats made in person, by
telephone, or in writing. Any such hazing as further
defined in 240.326 F.S. is also unlawful in the State of
Florida. Such action on or off campus on the part of
any student or group of students or student organiza-
tions shall be construed as a violation of College rule.
Any individual student or group of students found
guilty of such violation will receive disciplinary pro-
bation, suspension, dismissal, expulsion or any com-
bination of such penalties, depending upon the
circumstances and the severity of the individual case.
A copy of 240.326 F.S. will be provided to each stu-
dent organization recognized by the College. Each
student organization will incorporate the wording of
this College rule on hazing into its by laws. Hazing is
not allowed even with student consent.

1 3. Unlawful Entry: The unlawful entry to College-owned
or controlled buildings.

14. Smoking: Smoking is permitted in designated areas
only.

15. Games: Student games such as frisbee, touch football,
etc. must be played in designated areas only and not
around the buildings or inside the buildings.

16. Commercial Solicitation and Fund-Raising on
Campus:

a. Solicitors and tradesmen, including students, fac-
ulty and other College personnel, are prohibited
from entering the grounds or buildings of Edison
Community College for the purpose of transact-
ing business with students, faculty, or other Col-
lege personnel, unless they have been issued a
permit for this purpose or the information has been
signed by the appropriate college official. All
groups who want to reserve space or sell anything
must submit an Activity Request Form to the ap-
propriate Student Services staff member on the Lee
Campus, or the Campus Presidents' offices on the
Collier and Charlotte Campuses.

17.

19.

20.

21.

b. The posting or distribution of advertising mate-
rial shall be limited to a designated bulletin board
on each campus of the College under the same
permit system and must be approved by a mem-
ber of the Student Services staff or a designated
representative.
Outside Organizations on Campus: From State
Board of Education Rules for Community Colleges 6A-
14.57, Student Activities, Clubs and Organizations: "(2)
Student organizations and clubs not funded from stu-
dent activity fees or College funds." The College may
permit organizations and clubs which are funded by a
combination of contributions of its members, fund-rais-
ing projects and sources outside the College to exist
on campus, provided the organization has a faculty
advisor and agrees to be governed by rules of the Board
of Trustees. The College may require approved orga-
nizations and clubs to deposit monies accruing to such
organizations and clubs with the Business Office of
the College, to be accounted for as agency funds. In
this case, all monies accruing to the organization shall
be deposited with the College and withdrawals made
upon requisition by the organization and advisor; pro-
vided that the expenditure is in accordance with the
organizations approved budget. Outside organization's
must follow procedures in #16 above and receive ap-
proval prior to being on campus.
Disruption/Disorderly Conduct: Obstructing or dis-
rupting any College activity including teaching, re-
search, administrative functions, disciplinary
procedures, social activities, and public service func-
tions. Engaging in any obscene, profane, reckless, de-
structive, or unlawful course of conduct. Beepers,
cellular phones, and pagers should be turned off when
entering a classroom. In an emergency, with prior au-
thorization from the professor, a beeper, cellular phone,
or pager may be turned to silent ring mode. In such a
case, any exit from a classroom to respond to a call
should be made with a minimum of disturbance. Only
currently enrolled students are authorized to be in class-
rooms, except for situations involving a disability.
Children, spouses, or other relatives are not permitted,
except with permission of a District Dean, Campus
President, or the Associate District Dean for Academic
Support Programs. Complaints regarding classroom
disruption should be reported to these offices.
Harassment: Unwelcome verbal or physical abuse
which causes the recipient discomfort or humiliation
or which interferes with the recipient's academic per-
formance or employment. Harassment related to an
individual's race, color, sex, religion, national origin,
age, marital status, or physical or mental handicap is a
violation of this policy.

Assault: Intentional threat by word or act to do vio-
lence to a person or persons.

Battery: Touching or striking a person against his/her
will.

22. Violation of Published Policy of the College: Any

violation of policy published in the College Catalog,
Student Handbook or approved guidelines.

23. Lakes, Waterways: No swimming or recreational ac-
tivities are allowed on campus lakes without the ap-
proval of the campus administrator.

24. Pets/Animals: No pets or animals are allowed on cam-
pus unless that animal is assisting a person who has a
disability.

ARTICLE V: JUDICIAL POLICIES

A. Charges and Hearings:

1. Any member of the Edison community may file
charges against any student for misconduct.
Charges shall be filed as an incident report with
the Campus Police Office or the Office of the Dis-
trict Vice President of Student Services and di-
rected to the District Vice President for Student
Services who is responsible for the administration
of the Edison Judicial System. Any charge should
be submitted as soon as possible after the event
takes place, preferably within seven working days.

2. The District Vice President of Student Services
may conduct an investigation to determine if the
charges have merit and/or if they can be resolved
administratively by mutual consent of the parties
involved and on a basis acceptable to the District
Vice President of Student Services. Such disposi-
tion shall be final and there shall be no subsequent
proceedings. If the District Vice President is un-
able to resolve the matter administratively, the
charges will be handled as set forth below.

3. All charges which the District Vice President for
Student Services determines to have merit shall
be presented to the accused student in written form
via certified mail or during a face-to-face meeting
with the District Vice President for Student Ser-
vices. Within three school days of the receipt of
the written charges, the student shall meet with
the District Vice President for Student Services
and enter a plea of guilty or not guilty. If the stu-
dent pleads guilty, the District Vice President for
Student Services shall determine an appropriate
sanction. If the student pleads not guilty, the mat-
ter will be scheduled for hearing before a student
Disciplinary Committee.

4. Hearings shall be conducted by a judicial body
according to the following guidelines:

a. Hearings shall be conducted in private unless
the District Vice President for Student Ser-
vices or designee and the student agree to an
open hearing.

b. Admission of any person to the hearing shall
be at the discretion of the judicial body and/
or its Chairperson.

c. In hearings involving more than one accused
student, the chairperson of the judicial body,
at his or her discretion, may permit the hear-
ings concerning each student to be conducted
separately.

d. The complainant, the accused and the judi-
cial body shall have the privilege of present-
ing witnesses, subject to the right of
cross-examination by the judicial body. The
accused also has the right to question the com-
plainant and witnesses, within reasonable lim-
its set by the judicial body. Reasonable limits
may include requiring that questions be di-
rected through the judicial body.

e. Pertinent records, exhibits and written state-
ments may be accepted as evidence for con-
sideration by a judicial body at the discretion
of the chairperson.

f. All procedural questions are subject to the final
decision of the chairperson of the judicial body.

g. After the hearing, the judicial body shall de-
termine (by majority vote) whether the stu-
dent has violated each section of the Code
which the student is charged with violating.
The judicial body's determination shall be
made on the basis of whether there is a pre-
ponderance of evidence that the accused stu-
dent violated the Student Code.

5. There shall be a single verbatim record, such as a
tape recording, of all hearings before a judicial
body. The record shall be the property of Edison.
Copies of the record will be provided to the stu-
dent upon request.

6. Except in the case of a student charged with fail-
ing to obey the summons of a judicial body or an
Edison official, no student may be found to have
violated the Code solely because the student failed
to appear before a judicial body. In all cases, the
evidence in support of the charges shall be pre-
sented and considered.

7. The office of the District Vice President for Stu-
dent Services may place a disciplinary hold on the
records or registration of any student who fails to
respond to a judicial nofice.

8. The judicial body may utilize legal counsel as nec-
essary to provide assistance or guidance before,
during and after conduct of the hearing. The ac-
cused student may also be represented by Coun-
sel or other qualified representative at the hearing
and in subsequent proceedings.

B. Sanctions

The following sanctions may be imposed, by the ap-
propriate College official, upon any student found to
have violated the Code:

Warning — A notice in writing to the student that
the student is violating or has violated institufional
regulations;

Probation — A written reprimand for violation of
specified regulations. Probation is for a designated
period of time and includes the probability of more
severe disciplinary sanctions if the student is found to
be violating any institutional regulation(s) during the
probationary period;

Loss of Privileges — Denial of specified privileges
for a designated period of time;

Restitution — Compensation for loss, damage or in-
jury. This may take the form of appropriate service and/
or monetary or material replacement;

Academic Penalty — For academic dishonesty vio-
lations, the student may be given a zero/"F" for the
assignment/course as indicated by the case.

Suspension — Separation of the student from Edison
for a definite period of time, after which the student is
eligible to return. Conditions for readmission may be
specified;

Dismissal — Separation from the College for an in-
definite period of time. Readmission may be possible,
based on meeting all readmission criteria and obtain-
ing clearance from the District Vice President for Stu-
dent Services or designee;

Expulsion — Permanent separation of the student
from Edison;

More than one of the sanctions listed above may be
imposed for any single violation.
C. Appeals

Except as required to explain the basis of new evi-
dence not reasonably available at the time of the hear-
ing, an appeal shall be limited to review of the verbatim
record of the initial hearing and supporting documents
for one or more of the following purposes:

To determine whether the original hearing was
conducted fairly in light of the charges and evidence
presented, and in conformity with prescribed proce-
dures giving the complaining party a reasonable op-
portunity to prepare and present evidence that the Code
was violated, and giving the accused student a reason-
able opportunity to prepare and to present a rebuttal of
those allegations.

To determine whether the decision reached regard-
ing the accused student was based on substantial evi-
dence, that is, whether the evidence in the case was
sufficient to establish that a violation of the Code oc-
curred.

To determine whether the sanction imposed was
too severe for the infraction.

All requests for an appeal must be filed with the
District Vice President for Student Services within three
school days of receipt of the judicial body's decision.
In the case of an expulsion sanction, an automatic ap-
peal shall be filed in the Office of the President within
three school days of receipt of the judicial body's deci-
sion by the District Vice President for Student Services.

ARTICLE VI: STUDENT'S RIGHTS

A. Rights of the accused student:

To be given a written notice of the Student Code of
Conduct charge and the allegations upon which the
charge is based.

To be given a fair and impartial hearing, during
which the student will be permitted to address the
charges and provide information, including witnesses.

To know that a tape recording will be made of the
entire hearing process.

To appeal the decision of the hearing body.

ARTICLE VII: INTERPRETATION AND
REVISION

Any question of interpretation regarding the Code shall
be referred to the District Vice President for Student Ser-
vices or his or her designee for final determination.

The Code shall be reviewed annually under the direc-
tion of the District Vice President for Student Services.

Edison Community College students are both citizens
and members of the academic community. Upon registra-
tion, all students are entitled the following freedoms and/
or rights provided that their exercise does not disrupt the
orderly operation of the College:

Traffic Ticket Appeals

If a student chooses to appeal a ticket for violating the
campus traffic regulations, he or she should contact the
Public Safety office on campus. If the student wants to ap-
peal the decision of the Public Safety office, he or she may
choose to have a hearing in front of the Student Govern-
ment Association Chief Justices for a final decision. The
Student Traffic Court may uphold the ticket violation,
modify the charge or overturn the charge.

Traffic Regulations

As Edison Community College is a member of the
public education system of Florida, out-of-state students
are required to have a valid Florida driver's license when
operating a motor vehicle on the streets and highways of
Florida if they are employed in Florida. Out-of-state stu-
dents should acquire Florida license plates for their vehicles
if the vehicles are titled in the parents' name, and if they or
their parents are employed in Florida, and/or if they claim
in-state tuition rates.

1 . The campus map and parking lot signs indicate where
students may park. Students are prohibited from park- .
ing in designated staff lots.

2. Designated disabled parking spaces are reserved for
persons who are permanently disabled. To use these
spaces, students must have a special handicap permit
issued by the local county license tag office and Pub-
lic Safety.

3. Parking is prohibited after 11:00 PM, unless Public
Safety Department has received prior notification.

4. Any theft or accident on campus involving your car
must be reported immediately to Public Safety.

5. Designated parking spaces for motorcycles and mo-
peds are provided. Please park in these spaces and not
on the grass, sidewalks or near campus buildings.

6. Unauthorized parking in RESERVED or RE-
STRICTED spaces is prohibited.

7. The absence of NO PARKING signs does not mean
that parking is allowed. Parking on the grass, along
roadways, drives, curbs, sidewalks or ramps is prohib-
ited. Parking is permitted only in paved lots or in des-
ignated parking areas.

8. Vehicles must be parked within marked spaces. Park-
ing diagonally or taking up two parking spaces is not
allowed.

9. The speed limit on campus is 30 M.P.H. unless other-
wise posted. Speed limit in all parking lots or service
drives is 5 m.p.h.

10. Campus Traffic and Parking Regulations and directive
signs governing the use of motor vehicles are in effect
24 hours a day, all year long, unless specifically lim-
ited. Inclement weather does not bar their enforcement.

1 1 . Moving violations, i.e., speeding, reckless driving, etc.
may be referred to an appropriate law enforcement
agency.

12.

13.

14.

15.

The Public Safety Officer is on duty to assist students
whenever possible, but he/she is also required to en-
force all traffic and parking regulations and issue cita-
tions for violations in accordance with these
regulations.

Students who receive traffic or parking citations must
pay the appropriate fine to the Edison Cashier within
14 working days. Students wishing to contest the fine,
they must submit a written appeal within 14 working
days to the Student Court.

Any student who does not pay a traffic or parking fine
will not receive transcripts and will not be permitted
to register for classes until the fine is paid.
The following traffic or parking fines are in effect: Each
Non-Moving Violation other than parking in disabled
spaces: $10.00. This category includes parking viola-
tions, parking on the grass, parking in a reserved space
or lot, parking improperly, parking in a No Parking
area, blocking an entrance or ramp.

• Parking in a disabled space: $25.00.

• Speeding: $10.00.

• Abuse of a Public Safety Officer may result in a
fine of $10.00.

Fines collected will be used to augment Edison's
student loan funds.

State Statutes and College Polieies
Affeeting Students

(See also Student Rights and Responsibility)

Below is a summary of several state and federal laws
which affect students in Florida educational institutions.
For your benefit, and that of the College, your adherence
to these laws is expected. If you have any questions about
how they affect you or the College, please check with the
District Vice President for Student Services.

FLORIDA STATUTES

FLORIDA STATUTES, Section 1006.35:

PARTICIPATION BY STUDENTS OR EMPLOYEES IN
DISRUPTIVE ACTIVITIES AT STATE INSTITUTIONS
OF HIGHER LEARNING; PENALTIES.

( 1 ) Any person who shall accept the privilege extended
by the laws of this state of attendance or employment
at any state college, state community college, or state
university shall, by so attending or working at such
institution, be deemed to have given his or her consent
to the policies of that institution, the Board of Regents
of the Division of Universities of the Department of
Education, and the laws of this state. Such policies shall
include prohibition against disruptive activities at state
institutions of higher learning.

(2) After it has been determined that a student or employee
of a state institution of higher learning has participated
in disruptive activities, the following penalties may be
imposed against such person:

(a) Immediate termination of contract of such em-
ployee of the state institution of higher learning, and
thereafter such person shall not be employed by any
state public school, state college, state community col-
lege, or state university;

(b) Immediate expulsion of such student from the in-
stitution of higher learning for a minimum of 2 years.

FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 1006.37

HAZING IS PROHIBITED.

( 1 ) As used in this section, "hazing" means any action or
situation which recklessly or intentionally endangers
the mental or physical health or safety of a student for
the purpose of initiation or admission into or affilia-
tion with any organization operating under the sanc-
tion of a postsecondary institution. Such term includes,
but is not limited to, any brutality of a physical nature,
such as whipping, beating, branding, forced calisthen-
ics, exposure to the elements, forced consumption of
any food, liquor, drug, or other substance, or other
forced physical activity which could adversely affect
the physical health or safety of the student, and also
includes any activity which would subject the student
to extreme mental stress, such as sleep deprivation.

forced exclusion from social contact, forced conduct
which could result in extreme embarrassment, or other
forced activity which could adversely affect the men-
tal health or dignity of the student.

(2) Public and private colleges and universities whose stu-
dents receive state student financial assistance must
adopt a written antihazing policy and under such policy
must adopt rules prohibiting students or other persons
associated with any student organization from engag-
ing in hazing.

(3) Public and private colleges and universities must pro-
vide a program for the enforcement of such rules and
must adopt appropriate penalties for violations of such
rules, to be administered by the person at the college
or university responsible for student activities of the
college or university organization.

FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 1006.36

EXPULSION AND DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS OF
THE STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM AND COMMU-
NITY COLLEGES.

(1) Each student in the State University System and each
student in a community college is subject to federal
and state law, respective county and municipal ordi-
nances, and all rules and regulations of the Board of
Regents or board of trustees of the community col-
lege.

(2) Violation of these published laws, ordinances, or rules
and regulations may subject the violator to appropri-
ate action by the university or community college au-
thorities.

(3) Each president of a university in the State University
System and each president of a community college shall
have authority, after notice to the student of the charges
and after a hearing thereon, to expel, suspend, or oth-
erwise discipline any student who is found to have vio-
lated any law, ordinance, or rule or regulation of the
Board of Regents or of the board of trustees of the
community college. A student may be entitled to waiver
of expulsion:

(a) If the student provides substantial assistance in the
identification, arrest, or conviction of any of his
or her accomplices, accessories, coconspirators,
or principals or of any other person engaged in
violations of chapter 893 within the State Univer-
sity System or community colleges;

(b) If the student voluntarily discloses his or her vio-
lations of chapter 893 prior to his or her arrest; or

(c) If the student commits himself or herself, or is re-
ferred by the court in lieu of sentence, to a state-
licensed drug abuse program and successfully
completes the program.

FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 1006.69

(1) A postsecondary educational institution shall provide
detailed informaion concerning the risks associated
with meningococcal meningitis and hepatitis B and the
availability, effectiveness, and known contraindications
of any required or recommended vaccine to every stu-
dent, or to the student's parent if the student is a mi-
nor, who has been accepted for admission.

(2) An individual enrolled in a postsecondary educational
institution who will be residing in on-campus housing
shall provide documentation of vaccinations against
meningococcal meningitis and hepatitis B unless the
individual, if the individual is 1 8 years of age or older,
or the individual's parents, if the individual is a minor,
declines the vaccinations by signing a separate waiver
for each of those vaccines, provided by the institution,
acknowledging receipt and review of the information
provided.

(3) This section does not require any possecondary edu-
cational institution to provide or pay for vaccinations
against meningococcal meningitis and hepatitis B.

Section 339. Section 1006.69, Florida Statutes requires
that a postsecondary institution shall provide detailed in-
formation concerning the risks associated with meningo-
coccal meningitis and hepatitis B and the availability,
effectiveness, and known contraindications of any required
or recommended vaccine to every student, or to the student's
parent if the student is a minor, who has been accepted for
admission.

Meningitis is a serious disease that affects the brain
and spinal cord. Because bacterial meningitis is a grave
illness and can rapidly progress to death, it requires early
diagnosis and treatment. This is often difficult because the
symptoms closely resemble those of the flu and the highest
incidence occurs during late winter and early spring (flu-
season). When not fatal, bacterial meningitis can lead to
permanent disibilities such as hearing loss, brain damage
or loss of limbs.

Hepatitus B is a serious infectious disease caued by a
virus that attacks the liver. The hepatitis B virus (HBV)
can cause life-long infection that leads to cirrhosis (scar-
ring) of the liver, liver cancer, or liver failure. There is no
cure for hepatitis B, but the infection can be prevented by
vaccination. Each year, about 200,000 people are infected
with the virus and 5,000 people die.

Although there have been no reported cases of men-
ingitis or hepatitis B at our College in recent years, we are
taking the proactive step towards informing and protecting
our students. For more information, please contact the Of-
fice of the Vice President for Student Services at (239)-
489-9027.

STATE STATUTES Section 810.095

Trespass on school property with firearm or other

weapon prohibited:

(1) It is a felony of the third degree, punishable as pro-
vided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084, for a
person who is trespassing upon school property to bring
onto, or to possess on, such school property, any
weapon or firearm.

(2 As used in this section, "school property" means the
grounds or facility of any kindergarten, elementary
school, middle school, junior high school, secondary
school, vocational school, or postsecondary school,
whether public or nonpublic.

STATE STATUTUES Section 810.097

TRESPASS UPON GROUNDS OR FACILITIES OF A

SCHOOL; PENALTIES; ARREST:

(1) Any person who:

(a) Does not have legitimate business on the campus
or any other authorization, license, or invitation
to enter or remain upon school property; or

(b) Is a student currently under suspension or expul-
sion; and who enters or remains upon the campus
or any other facility owned by any such school
commits a trespass upon the grounds of a school
facility and is guilty of a misdemeanor of the sec-
ond degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082
or s. 775.083.

(2) Any person who enters or remains upon the campus or
other facility of a school after the principal of such
school, or his or her designee, has directed such per-
son to leave such campus or facility or not to enter
upon the campus or facility, commits a trespass upon
the grounds of a school facility and is guilty of a mis-
demeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided
ins. 775.082 or s. 775.083.

(3) The chief administrative officer of a school, or any
employee thereof designated by the chief administra-
tive officer to maintain order on such campus or facil-
ity, who has probable cause to believe that a person is
trespassing upon school grounds in violation of this
section may take such person into custody and detain
him or her in a reasonable manner for a reasonable
length of time pending arrival of a law enforcement
officer. Such taking into custody and detention by an
authorized person does not render that person crimi-
nally or civilly liable for false arrest, false imprison-
ment, or unlawful detention. If a trespasser is taken
into custody, a law enforcement officer shall be called
to the scene immediately after the person is taken into
custody.

(4) Any law enforcement officer may arrest either on or
off the premises and without warrant any person the
officer has probable cause for believing has commit-
ted the offense of trespass upon the grounds of a school

facility. Such arrest shall not render the law enforce-
ment officer criminally or civilly liable for false ar-
rest, false imprisonment, or unlawful detention.
(5) As used in this section, the term "school" means the
grounds or any facility of any kindergarten, elemen-
tary school, middle school, junior high school, or sec-
ondary school, whether public or nonpublic.

FLORIDA STATUTES Section 877.13
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS OR SCHOOL
BOARDS; PENALTY FOR DISRUPTION:

(1 ) It is unlawful for any person:

(a) Knowingly to disrupt or interfere with the lawful
administration or functions of any educational in-
stitution, school board, or activity on school board
property in this state.

(b) Knowingly to advise, counsel, or instruct any
school pupil or school employee to disrupt any
school or school board function, activity on school
board property, or classroom.

(d) To conspire to riot or to engage in any school cam-
pus or school function disruption or disturbance
which interferes with the educational processes or
with the orderly conduct of a school campus,
school, or school board function or activity on
school board property.

(2) This section shall apply to all educational institutions,
school boards, and functions or activities on school
board property; however, nothing herein shall deny
public employees the opportunity to exercise their
rights pursuant to part II of chapter 447.

(3) Any person who violates the provisions of this section
is guilty of a misdemeanor of the second degree, pun-
ishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.

COLLEGE POLICIES

HUMAN IMMUNE DEFICIENCY VIRUS (HIV)

The following guidelines are established regarding stu-
dents with Human Immune deficiency Virus (HIV):
1. DEFINITION: For the purposes of this policy, a stu-
dent with HIV falls into one of the following catego-
ries:

a. An individual who tests positive for HIV antibody
but who has no symptom manifestations; or

b. An individual who is diagnosed as having AIDS
Related Complex (ARC)-debilitating symptoms
but no opportunistic infections; or

c. An individual who is diagnosed as having Ac-
quired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)-dis-
playing one or more opportunistic infections.

2. STUDENT RIGHTS : The College recognizes that the
rights of students with HIV to obtain education and
employment must be balanced against the rights of
persons without HIV who wish to be reasonably pro-
tected from contracting the virus.

a. Both the Federal Vocational Rehabilitation Act of
1973 and the Florida Educational Equity Act pro-
hibit discrimination against persons with disabili-
ties, and students with HIV are classified as
disabled.

b. Under most circumstances, students with HIV will
be afforded the same opportunities and benefits
afforded to non-disabled students, including, but
not limited to access to educational programs,
counseling, student employment opportunities,
and financial assistance.

c. Precautions will be provided to students in Allied
Health Programs and science laboratory classes.

d. Any student who reveals that he/she has HIV will
be afforded confidentiality in accordance with ap-
propriate statutes and state law.

3. ADMISSIONS: No student will be denied admission
to the College solely on the basis that he/she has HIV.

a. The College will not require a student to reveal
whether or not he/she has HIV when applying for
admission to the College, although the student may
choose to reveal such data as part of the voluntary
health information shared with the College.

b. Furthermore, the College will not require serologi-
cal testing to determine if a student seeking ad-
mission has HIV.

4. ATTENDANCE, WITHDRAWAL, AND/OR SUS-
PENSIONS: Under most circumstances, no student will
be required to cease class attendance solely on the ba-
sis of having HIV.

a. If a student with HIV requests special accommo-
dations due to illness (i.e., disability), the College
will acquire sufficient information about such dis-
ability to make a determination regarding the re-
quested accommodations.

b. The College will not impose any rule(s) or
restriction(s) upon a student with HIV that will
have the effect of limiting that individual's par-
ticipation in the College's educational programs
and/or services solely on the basis of that person's
disability.

c. Current research has indicated the possibility that
the central nervous system may become affected
by HIV, which may lead to progressive neurologi-
cal and cognitive dysfunction and subsequent in-
ability of the student to maintain scholastic
performance. Decisions as to such a student con-
tinuing to attend class or being suspended or with-
drawn from class(es) will be made on a
case-by-case basis after reasonable accommoda-
tions have been examined or tried, and after an
examinafion of the facts demonstrates to the Col-

lege that the student can no longer function as
necessary to meet the requirements of the student's
course or program, or that the student presents a
health or safety risk to self or to the college com-
munity.
5. HIV LIAISON: A person may be appointed by the
Campus President on each campus to serve as a con-
sultant to members of the College community regard-
ing the policy of the College in this area.

a. The appointed liaison will work directly with the
District Vice President for Student Services in all
matters regarding students with HIV, including
hearings and development of policy.

b. The appointed liaison will provide information and
education regarding HIV. This information will in-
clude: mode of transmission; signs and symptoms;
precautions; appropriate attitude and behavior
change; and means used to control the spread of
HIV. Education programs and Health Fairs will
be the primary vehicle of information dissemina-
tions.

c. Any student wishing to request special accommo-
dations should contact the District Vice President
for Student Services.

HARASSMENT POLICY (ECC/DBT 6Hx6:2.03)

Edison Community College adheres to the policy that
sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination declared
illegal under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
Florida's Human Rights Act of 1977 for employees, under
Title IX of the Education Act of 1972 and the Florida Edu-
cational Equity Act. Sexual harassment can be verbal, vi-
sual, or physical. It can be overt or consist of persistent,
unwanted attempts to change a professional relationship to
a personal one.

Sexual harassment can range from inappropriate
putdowns of individual persons, unwelcome sexual flirta-
tions, or more serious abuses. It is coercive and threaten-
ing, and it creates an atmosphere that is not conducive to
teaching, learning, or working.

1 . Harassment, intimidation of staff or students, or allow-
ing suggestions to be made that sexual favors may have
an effect on status will not be tolerated by Edison Com-
munity College. If an employee or student becomes
aware of any discriminatory behavior or any activity
which might be considered harassment, it becomes the
responsibility of that person to report such conduct.

a. Staff members should notify their immediate su-
pervisor and/or the Campus President.

b. Students should notify the District Vice President
for Student Services.

2. Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual fa-
vors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual
nature constitutes sexual harassment when:

a. Submission to such conduct is made either explic-
itly or implicitly a term or condition of an
individual's employment or education;

b. Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an
individual is used as the basis for the employment
or academic decisions affecting such individual;
or

c. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unrea-
sonably interfering with an individual's work per-
formance or academic or professional performance
or creating an intimidating hostile, or offensive
working or educational environment.

3. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken against
any employee who violates this Policy against sexual
harassment. Based on the seriousness of the offense,
disciplinary action may include verbal or written rep-
rimand, suspension, or termination

4. Certain actions determined by the District President
may require action on the part of the board of trustees,
depending upon the nature of the offense(s) and/or the
severity of the action to be taken. In such cases, the
District President will recommend appropriate action
to the Board at the next regular Board Meeting fol-
lowing his communication to the parties.

5. Retaliatory action against anyone filing a complaint
of any type of discrimination, including sexual harass-
ment, will not be tolerated. The designee of the Dis-
trict President, while attempting to investigate and
mediate any sexual harassment claim, may establish
safeguards against retaliation as deemed necessary.

DRUG-FREE CAMPUS WORKPLACE
(DBT 6Hx6:2.04)

1 . Standard of Conduct

It is the policy of Edison Community College to pro-
mote and maintain a drug-free workplace. The unlaw-
ful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession,
or use of controlled substances is prohibited on and
off College premises. The possession or use of alcohol
under the circumstances described herein is also pro-
hibited. All students and employees are required to
abide by the terms of this policy as a condition of ini-
tial and continued enrollment and/or employment.

2. The Policy

This policy is based on the Drug Free Workplace
Act, 41 U.S.C. 70-1 et.seq.. as amended and is supple-
mented by College administrative policies and proce-
dures.

The illegal use, possession, manufacture, dispensa-
tion and distribution of any controlled substance, at any
time, whether on or off duty or on or off College pre-
mises is strictly prohibited as a matter of College policy.

Except as hereinafter provided, use or possession
by an employee or student of alcohol in the workplace,
or use of alcohol on College property is prohibited.
The possession or consumption of alcohol by employ-
ees or students of legal age at a College sponsored or
approved function where alcoholic beverages are
served by the College or sponsor is not a violation of
this Section.

Any employee or student who reports to work or
class or performs his/her duties while under the influ-
ence of drugs or alcohol will be in violation of this
policy.

Violation of this policy can result in referral to ap-
propriate law enforcement authorities, disciplinary
action up to and including immediate suspension, ex-
pulsion or termination, and/or a requirement of satis-
factory participation in a College-approved drug or
alcohol rehabilitation program. A criminal conviction
is not required for sanctions to be imposed upon a stu-
dent or employee for violation of this policy.

3. Disciplinary Sanctions

The College will impose sanctions (consistent with
local, state, and Federal law) upon all employees and
students who violate these standards of conduct. Such
sanctions may include, but are not limited to: 1) refer-
ral for prosecution; 2) probation, suspension, or ex-
pulsion of students; or 3) suspension or termination of
employees.

4. Description of Health Risks

Alcohol. Alcohol consumption causes a number of
changes in behavior and physiology. Even low doses
significantly impair judgment, coordination, and ab-
stract mental functioning. Statistics show that alcohol
use is involved in a majority of violent behaviors on
college campuses, including acquaintance rape, van-
dalism, fights, and incidents of drinking and driving.
Continued abuse may lead to dependency, which of-
ten causes permanent damage to vital organs and dete-
rioration of a healthy lifestyle.

Cannibis (Marijuana, Hashish). The use of mari-
juana may impair or reduce short-term memory and
comprehension, alter sense of time, and reduce coor-
dination and energy level. Users often have a lowered
immune system and an increased risk of lung cancer.
The active ingredient in marijuana, THC, is stored in
the fatty tissues of the brain and reproductive system
for a minimum of 28 to 30 days.

Hallucinogens. Lysergic acid (LSD), mescaline, and
psilocybin cause illusions and hallucinations. The user
may experience panic, confusion, suspicion, anxiety,
and loss of control. Delayed effects, or flashbacks, can
occur even when use has ceased. Phencyclidine (PCP)
affects the section of the brain that controls the intel-
lect and keeps instincts in check. Because the drug
blocks pain receptors, violent PCP episodes may re-
sult in self-inflicted injuries.

Cocaine/Crack. Cocaine users often have a stuffy,
runny nose and may have a perforated nasal septum.
The immediate eifects of cocaine use include dilated
pupils and elevated blood pressure heart rate, respira-
tory rate, and body temperature, followed by depres-
sion. Crack, or freebase rock cocaine, is extremely
addictive and can cause delirium, hallucinations,
blurred vision, severe chest pain, muscle spasms, con-
vulsions, and even death.

Amphetamines. Amphetamines can cause a rapid
or irregular heartbeat, tremors, loss or coordination,
collapse, and death. Heavy users are prone to irratio-
nal acts.

Heroin. Heroin is an opiate drug that causes the body
to have diminished pain reactions. The use of heroin
can result in coma or death due to a reduction in the
heart rate.
5. Legal Sanctions

You should be aware that State of Florida statutes
provide that it is "unlawful for any person to sell, pur-
chase, manufacture, or deliver, or to possess with the
intent to sell, purchase, manufacture, or deliver, a con-
trolled substance in, on, or within 200 feet of the real
property comprising a public college or other
postsecondary educational institution." Any person
who violates this paragraph with respect to a controlled
substance named or described in s.893.03( 1 )(a), ( 1 )(b),
(l)(d), (2)(a), or (2)(b) commits a felony of the first
degree punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083.,
or s. 775. 084 and shall not be eligible for parole or re-
lease under the Control Release Authority or statutory
gain time.

State law prohibits the possession of alcoholic bev-
erages by persons under age 2 1 , punishable for the first
offense by a definite term of imprisonment not exceed-
ing 60 days and/or a $500 fine, and for a subsequent
offense by a definite term of imprisonment not exceed-
ing one year and a fine of $1,000. It is similarly pro-
hibited and punishable to distribute alcohol to minors.

State law makes it a crime for any person to possess
or distribute illicit drugs (controlled substances as de-
scribed in Section 893.03, Florida Statutes) under Sec-
tion 893.13, Florida Statutes. Law provides certain
limited exceptions. The crimes range from second de-
gree misdemeanors (up to 60 days imprisonment and
up to a $500 fine) to first degree felonies (up to 30
years imprisonment and up to $10,000 fine).

Trafficking (distributing specified large quantities
of various controlled substances under Section 893.03,
Florida Status) under Section 893.135, Florida Statute
is punishable, depending on the particular illicit drug
and quantity involved, by a minimum term of impris-
onment of 3 to 25 calendar years and a fine of $25,000
to $500,000.

Federal trafficking penalties for first offenses, de-
pending upon the illicit drug involved, range from not
more than one year imprisonment and a fine of not
more than $100,000 for an individual to 40 years to
life imprisonment and a fine of not more than $200,000
for an individual to not less than life imprisonment and
a fine of not more than 8 million dollars for an indi-
vidual.

The College requires that any employee who is con-
victed of any offense relating to the sale, purchase,
deliver, use, manufacturing or distribution of illegal
drugs or controlled substances on campus, or while

attending a College-sponsored event or conducting
College business to report such conviction to the Hu-
man Resources Office, 489-9294, no later than five
days after the conviction.
6. Drug Education & Treatment Programs

Edison Community College recognizes illegal drug
use and/or dependency to be a health, safety and secu-
rity problem. Those who need assistance with prob-
lems related to drug abuse are encouraged to use any
available resources including:

ADDICTION RECOVERY CENTER

3949 Evans Avenue, Suite 203
Fort Myers PL 33901 ^
239/936-3803 \ ^

RIVERSIDE BEHAVIORAL CENTER
CHARLOTTE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTR

733 East Olympia Avenue
Punta Gorda FL 33950
941/637-2474 or 1/800-722-5563

RUTH COOPER CENTER FOR
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE

2789 Ortiz Avenue, SE
Fort Myers FL 33905
239/275-3222, Extension 202

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA ADDICTION SERVICES

2101 McGregor Blvd
Fort Myers FL 33901
239/332-6937

THE WILLOUGH AT NAPLES

9001 Tamiami Trail East
Naples FL 341 13
1/800-282-3508

For further information regarding education, rehabili-
tation and other aspects of the College policy, contact:

LEE COUNTY CAMPUS, Fort Myers

Office of Human Resources

239/489-9293

Office of Counseling and Advising

Taeni Hall, second floor

239/489-9230

CHARLOTTE COUNTY CAMPUS, Punta Gorda

Campus Director, Student Services
941/637-5678

COLLIER COUNTY CAMPUS, Naples

Campus Director, Student Services
239/732-3710

HENDRY/GLADES SERVICES, LaBelle

Director's Office
863/674-0408

CAMPUS VIOLENCE PREVENTION POLICY
(DBT 6Hx6:2.07)

Edison Community College is committed to preserv-
ing the safety and security of students, staff, faculty, and
visitors to the College. Breach of the peace and other vio-
lations, including threats, intimidation, violence, as.sault,
batteries, sexual batteries, or other disruptive behavior will
not be tolerated. Such behavior can include oral or written
statements, gestures, or expressions that may communicate
a direct or indirect threat of physical harm. Edi.son Com-
munity College will not tolerate threats, direct or implied:
physical conduct that results in harm to people or property;
possession of deadly weapons on College property; or in-
timidating conduct or harassment that disrupts the teach-
ing/learning and/or work environment or results in fear for
personal safety. Threats, threatening behavior, or other acts
of violence carried out off College-owned or leased prop-
erty but directed at College employees, students, or visi-
tors while conducting official College business are a
violation of this policy. Off-site threats include but are not
limited to threats made via telephone, fax, electronic or con-
ventional mail, or any other communication medium.

Any student found in violation of this policy will be
subject to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.
Any employee found in violation of this policy will be sub-
ject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Individuals who commit such acts may be immediately re-
moved from the premises. The College, through its Public
Safety office, will refer violations to local and state law
enforcement agencies for criminal prosecution and further
action as determined by those agencies.

To promote an atmosphere that encourages learning
and productive employment, quick responsive action will
be taken if violence or the threat of violence arises.

1. ASSISTANCE

Generally, the office of Public Safety should be the
first department contacted after an incident occurs at a
campus or College site. Upon preliminary investiga-
tion, the appropriate local law enforcement agency may
be notified and the incident may be referred to the
agency. The Public Safety office will notify the appro-
priate campus administrator. Campus President, or
designee.

2. CONFIDENTIALITY

Pursuant to Section 794.03, Florida Statutes, it is
unlawful to print, publish or broadcast in any instru-
ment of mass communication, the name, address or
other identifying fact or information of the victim of
any sexual offense.

3. INFORMATION AND RESOURCES

The College will develop, make available and dis-
tribute information regarding safety. Security, and/or
sexual assault through the use of handouts, programs
and seminars designed to promote awareness and pre-
vention among the College's students, employees and
the public.

4. REPORTING

Any violent, threatening, harassing, intimidating, or
other disruptive behavior or other violations or poten-
tially hazardous situations witnessed or received should
be reported immediately to Public Safety and/or to a
supervisor or manager. NOTE: Threats or assaults that
require immediate attention by police should be re-
ported first to the police at 91 1.

Victim support and assistance is available through
various support services, both on campus and off cam-
pus. Counseling and medical care should be pursued
as soon as possible 6HX6:2.07. The Director of Hu-
man Resources and the Vice President of Student Ser-
vices are designated to serve as victim advocates.

Security Policies and Statistics

Campus safety and security measures must be com-
municated and understood by all students and employees
of Edison Community College. Therefore, it is the policy
of the Public Safety Department to encourage that all crimi-
nal acts, safety hazards and unusual occurrences be reported.

The proper reporting procedure for all students and
employees is to contact the Edison/Public Safety Depart-
ment.

In the event of an emergency, danger, injury or crimi-
nal occurrence, the victim/witness(es) is advised to also
call the local police, fire or emergency service within the
campus jurisdiction. These services can also be requested
by dialing the following numbers:

Off campus On campus TTY #

phone # phone #
Charlotte Campus

Public Safety (941)637-5655 5655 941-637-5655

Local Emergency 9-911

Collier Campus

Public Safety (239)732-3712 3712 239-732-3788

Local Emergency 9-911

Lee Campus

Public Safety (239)489-9203 1203 239-489-9010

Local Emergency 9-91 1

In all cases of criminal activity, loss of property, as-
sault, threat, injury or any other crime, the Public Safety
Department must be contacted as soon as possible. The
prompt reporting of these events will facilitate investiga-
tion which will allow for recording the occurrence for fur-
ther study and preventive action.

Crime Statistics for Edison Community College - 2003

Lee Collier Charlotte
Burglary/Breaking &

Entering 1 0 0

Larceny/Theft Offenses 3 0 1

Motor Vehicle Theft 2 0 1

American Disabilities Act (ADA)

Policy

It is the policy of Edison Community College that dis-
crimination against qualified individuals with disabilities
is prohibited. Pursuant to Titles I and II of the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and Secdon 504 of
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the College provides equal
employment and educational opportunities and reasonable
accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Policy Guidelines

The College reaffirms the principle of Equal Access/
Equal Opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, national
origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, and disability. The
equal opportunity principle applies to otherwise qualified
persons with disabilities with regard to employment, the
delivery of educational programs and services and all other
appropriate areas in which the College is involved.

The College assumes the Department of Labor's defi-
nidon of an individual with a disability is "one who (1) has
a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits
one or more of such person's major life activities; (2) has a
record of such impairment; or (3) is regarded as having
such an impairment."

Edison Community College understands that it must
provide reasonable accommodation to the known physical
or mental limitations of a qualified applicant, employee,
and/or student with a disability, unless such accommoda-
tion would impose an undue hardship on the College.

The College has designated the Director of Human
Resources as the ADA Coordinator for applicants, employ-
ees and students. The Coordinator will oversee and coordi-
nate the College's efforts to comply with and carry out its
responsibilities pertaining to the Act and serve as the con-
tact person for all ADA information, resource policies, pro-
cedures and concerns.

Procedure

A. Request for Accommodation

It is the obligation of the individual with a disability
to request a reasonable accommodation. Enrolled stu-
dents must submit any request for accommodations to
the Program Office for Students with Disabilities on
the appropriate campus for consideration. Applicants
and/or employees must submit any request for accom-
modations to the Office of Human Resources or the
Campus President. Individuals with a disability must
provide recent documentation from a qualified profes-
sional that speaks to the specific disability and the re-
quested accommodation. Requests for accommodations
must be specific to the documented needs. The appro-
priate party will provide a written response.

B. Complaint Resolution

1. Informal Resolution

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged first to
attempt to independently resolve concerns by initiat-
ing a meeting with the faculty member, supervisor, or
staff member with whom there is a concern or disagree-
ment. However, when the matter cannot be resolved
independently, individuals with a disability are encour-
aged to address such instances through the following
grievance procedure.

2. Grievance Procedure

Edison Conmiunity College has adopted an internal
grievance procedure for prompt and equitable resolu-
tion of complaints alleging any actions prohibited by
the U.S. Department of Justice regulations implement-
ing Title II (public, state and local government) of the
Americans with Disabilities Act. Title II states, in part,
that "no otherwise qualified disabled individual shall,
solely by reason of such disability, be excluded from
participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be sub-
jected to discrimination" in programs or activities spon-
sored by a public entity.

All applicant/employee ADA complaints, excluding
those filed against the ADA Coordinator, should be ad-
dressed Pamela Fairfax, ADA Coordinator/Director of
Human Resources, 8099 College Parkway, S.W., P.O.
Box 60210, Fort Myers, Florida 33906 or by calling
(239) 489-9294 or call through the Florida Relay Ser-
vice at 1-800-955-8771 (TTY).
1 . All complaints should be filed in writing, contain
the name and address of the person(s) filing it and
briefly describe the alleged violation of the regu-
lations. In addition, a copy of the original request
for accommodation must be included with the
complaint.

A complaint should be filed within 180 calendar
days after the complainant becomes aware of the
alleged violation.

An investigation, as may be appropriate, shall fol-
low the filing of the complaint. The investigation
shall be conducted by the ADA Coordinator, the
District Vice President for Student Services, or the
District Vice President for Administration and Fi-
nance, depending upon the nature of the grievance.
A thorough investigation will be held affording
the individual or specific class of individuals and
their representatives, if any, an opportunity to sub-
mit evidence relevant to a complaint.
A written determination as to the validity of the
complaint and a description of the resolution, if
any, shall be issued by either the ADA Coordina-
tor, the District Vice President for Student Ser-
vices or the District Vice President for
Administration and Finance, and a copy will be
forwarded to the complainant no later than fifteen
(15) working days after its filing.
Either party may appeal the findings of the inves-
tigation to the Lee Campus President (or the Lee
Campus President's designee) by filing a written
request for a review of a complaint alleging dis-
crimination on the basis of disability or failure to
provide reasonable accommodation within ten (10)
calendar days of receipt of the findings.
The ADA Coordinator shall maintain the files and
record complaints filed.

Filing a complaint with the College's grievances
system in no way precludes an individual's right
to file a grievance with the Department of Educa-
tion or the Department of Justice.

PROGRAMS

STUDY

PROGRAMS OF STUDY

The two types of programs offered by Edison Community College are degree programs and certificate programs. The
degree programs are the Associate in Arts, which is oriented toward continuing in higher education, and the Associate in
Science degree, which is career-oriented. The degree programs normally take two years to complete. The certificate
programs are usually one year in length and teach students the skills necessary for employment in specialized areas. The
objective of the degree programs is to provide students with as much general education as possible, while that of the
certificate programs is to limit courses to an area of specialization.

For Transfer to a College or University

Associate in Arts Degree

The Associate in Arts degree in Florida consists of 60 credit hours in two main parts: the "general education" core, and
Bachelor's degree program prerequisites. The 36-credit hour general education core is defined by Florida Statute 240.325
and consists of the following five areas of concentration: communication, mathematics, social science, humanities, and
natural sciences. The remaining 24 credit hours constitute program prerequisites, which should be chosen by the student
based on the program of the State University to which the student will transfer and the subject in which the student
intends to major.

The AA degree is designed to support over 500 baccalaureate majors available within the Florida State University
System.

Career Programs

Associate in

Science Degree

Accounting Technology

Emergency Medical Services Technology

Business Administration and Management ***

Fire Science Technology

Cardiovascular Technology

Golf Course Operations

Computer Programming and Analysis

Internet Services Technology

Crime Scene Technology

Networking Services Technology

Criminal Justice Technology

Nursing R.N.

Dental Hygiene

Nursing Advanced Placement Option

Drafting and Design Technology

*Opticianry

Building Construction Specialization

Paralegal Studies

CAD Specialization

**Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Civil Engineering/Land Surveying

Radiologic Technology

Specialization

Respiratory Care Technology

* Degree awarded by Hillsborough Community College

**Degree awarded by Broward Community Co

lege

*** Degree available in accelerated format see

page 79.

Certificate Programs

Accounting Applications

Computer Programming and Applications

(Business Data Processing)
Crime Scene Technology
Dental Assisting

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B)
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P)

♦Certificate awarded by Hillsborough Community College

*Eyecare Technician

Network Specialist

*Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician

Small Business Management

Turf Equipment Technology

*Visual Assessment

End of Life Palliative Care

Accelerated Coursework in Business
Administration and Management

The Accelerated Coursework in Business Administration
and Management is designed specifically for individuals
with professional experience who wish to learn contempo-
rary supervisory skills while maintaining full-time employ-
ment. This degree path consists of accelerated credit courses
that combine in-class instruction with outside projects and
assignments, allowing each course to be completed in just
eight weeks. Please see page 91 for more information.

Division of Workforce Programs
Certificates of Advancement

What is an Edison Certificate of Advancement?

An Edison Certificate of Advancement is career specific,
but not an industry certificate, and signifies that the student
has satisfactorily completed a series of courses that develop
specified skills. The certificate provides employers with
documentation for employment or for professional devel-
opment. Information on certificates and course requirements
is available in the Division of Workforce Programs Office
and in the Advising Office.

Who can earn a Certificate of Advancement?

• Anyone who wants to upgrade job skills.

• Anyone who needs college coursework but is not ready
to commit to a full degree program.

• Anyone who needs to complete the training a full-time
job demands while still working a full-time job.

• Anyone who is short on time but wants extra training
in a specific field of interest.

How do I get a Certificate of Advancement?

• Complete all college entrance requirements. You may
enroll as either a degree-seeking or a non degree-
seeking student.

• Complete the coursework required for a specific cer-
tificate.

• Submit an Application of Verification to the Workforce
Division Office.

• Upon verification of all course requirements, a certifi-
cate will be mailed to the address on your application.

Can courses taken for a Certificate of Advancement
be applied toward an Associate Degree?

Yes. Courses in a Certificate of Advancement are the same
courses required for the particular associate degree or Tech-
nical Certificate of Credit and apply toward the degree or
technical certificate unless otherwise indicated.

Note: Only students who declare a major as specified in
the Edison catalog are eligible to receive federal financial
aid. Students who are pursuing a Certificate of Advance-
ment and are not degree-seeking students are typically not
eligible for this assistance.

Why not earn while you learn ?

Work Experience Internship Program

Earn college credits while working or volunteering!

• Use your current job, volunteer experience, new job,
or unpaid work experience. All jobs are acceptable.

• This is a blended learning experience and does not re-
quire testing, scheduled classes, or the purchase of
books.

• You may apply at any time during the semester

• You may earn 3 to 6 credits that are transferable to
other colleges and schools.

• This is available to all current students, new students,
and dual enrolled high school students.

• This is recognized by scholarship, grant, and reimburse-
ment programs.

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING - AN UNBEATABLE
EDUCATION!!!!!

For more information, visit our website at www.edison.edu.
On the menu,

• Choose "Academic Programs"

• Choose "Academic Programs Web Pages"

• Choose "Internship Work Experience"

Or contact the Work Experience Coordinator, Lana
Hoffman, at 239-489-91 15, ore-mail to lhoflfman@edison.edu.

To apply to participate in the program, choose * from
the menu and click on the Word document.

The application will come up and you may type di-
rectly on it. You may e-mail it as an attachment or fax it to
239-432-5218.

• "How to Apply and Get Registered."

The Center for Professional Development
Department of Continuing Education

Today our society is on the verge of a tremendous explosion in lifelong learning. Learning is recognized as central to both
our work and personal lives. A recent study showed that more than 80 percent of all adults regard continuing education and
training as important to their careers. People of all ages, income and education levels desire more learning in their lives. The
Center for Professional Development at Edison Community College can provide the opportunity to learn about anything
from expressive art, to online chatting, to becoming a Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (C.H.T.). We can provide the
pathways for strategies, solutions, and your success.

Strategies, Solutions and Success Options

Professional Development Health Care Options

Command Spanish Nurse Refresher

Leadership Nurse Remedial

Professional Business Writing Command Spanish

Construction Industry Series C. H. T. certification

Customized Business Training Approved Provider

Team Building. . .a new look for CEU's

Leadership Advantage Computer Training

Career Changes Introduction to

Personal Interest Programs Advanced

Learning in Retirement Series Microsoft Products

Kid's College QuickBooks

Recreation & Leisure Classes Online Courses

Real Estate Courses Ed2go Programs

Other courses are available. ..see current schedule for more information.

The Center for Professional Development provides you with the most current information that will have the greatest impact
on you and your business.

CAREER CENTER

The Career Center provides Edison Community College
students and alumni with a full range of career guidance
and employment services. Professional staff is available to
discuss your career concerns. For additional information,
call or visit the Career Center on your campus, e-mail us at
careers@edison.edu, or view our web page at
www.edison.edu.

Career Guidance

Career Exploration

Unsure about what major or career to pursue? You are not
alone. The Career Center offers a career assessment ques-
tionnaire to assist you in beginning to explore the possi-
bilities. No career assessment instrument can tell you what
you should be, but our career questionnaire will help you
focus on careers and majors that are related to your work
interests, values, and preferences. With this information you
can then begin to explore career options.

Career Counseling

After completing the Career Assessment process, you may
wish to speak with one of our Career Counselors. Individual
appointments can be scheduled with our professional staff
to discuss any career issue from choosing a major or ca-
reer, to changing careers, to finding full-time or part-time
employment.

Career Resource Library

Printed, computerized, and video resources on career plan-
ning and job search topics are available on each campus.
Topics include career exploration, occupational outlook,
salary, employment correspondence, resume writing, and
networking for employment.

Locations

Lee Campus

263 Taeni Hall

(Building S)

(239) 489-9387

Hours:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Collier Campus

Learning Resources

(Building G)

(239) 732-3792

Hours: Call for current semester schedule

Charlotte Campus

Student Activities Building

(Building SA)

(941)637-5605

Hours: Call for current semester schedule

Employment Assistance

Resume and Cover Letter Preparation

To assist you in preparing a solid resume and employment
correspondence, instructional handouts are available in your
campus Career Center. Individual appointments can be
scheduled to have drafts critiqued. Computers and laser
printers are available to type your resumes and letters.

Job Listings

Hundreds of full-time and part-time jobs are posted in the
Career Centers. Links to Internet sites provide access to re-
gional and national positions as well as local opportunities.

Wage and Salary Data

The Career Center provides up-to-date information on
local and national salaries in hundreds of career fields.

The Edison University Center

The Edison University Center is an alliance between Edison Community College and regionally accredited colleges
and universities offering unique opportunities for Edison graduates to earn bachelor's degrees. Some of the features of
degree programs offered through the Edison University Center are the convenience of distance-based learning formats or
classes on an Edison campus, transfer of up to 90 hours of credit from Edison and, in some cases, tuition discounts. Students
are supported in their programs by staff at the Edison University Center. Participating colleges and universities may also
have support staff on site.

Edison University Center (EUC) programs are individually tailored by Edison Community College and participating
institutions. Program requirements are specific and applicable to baccalaureate degree completion at the participating insti-
tutions only as provided in each agreement. The EUC programs feature Edison Community College associate degrees and
additional Edison Community College courses which meet the specific requirements for completion of baccalaureate de-
grees offered by our partner colleges and universities through the EUC. Agreements governing these programs are limited
to the EUC programs, and do not apply to baccalaureate degree transfer programs at other institutions. Contact the EUC
advisor for more information.

CURRENT PROGRAM OFFERINGS

Thomas Edison State College

Business Administration

Bachelor of Arts

Applied Science and Technology

Human Services

Florida State University

Nursing

Interdisciplinary Social Science

Computer Science

International College

Management
Interdisciplinary Studies

Florida Gulf Coast University

Criminal Justice
Legal Studies

Bachelor of Science in Applied Science

Computer Technology Concentration

(For graduates of AS programs in Computer Programming & Analysis,

Internet Services Technology, and Networking Technology)

Public Services Management Concentration

(For graduates of AS programs in Crime Scene Technology,

Criminal Justice Technology, Emergency Medical Services,

Fire Science Technology, and Paralegal Studies)

Barry University

Legal Studies

Elementary Education

Exceptional Student Education

Pre-K/Primary Education

Public Administration

Psychology

Professional Administration

Human Resources

Charter Oak State College

Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science

Nova Southeastern University

Bachelor of Health Science

For more information or to find out if new programs have been added, call the Edison University Center at 489-9295
or 800-749-2322, option #5, or e-mail universitycenter@edison.edu.

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE
GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM GUIDE

Associate in Arts students must follow the general education guide below in planning required courses. This guide complies
with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools' (SACS) Criteria 4.2.2 which requires course distribution in humanities/
fine arts, social/behavioral sciences, natural sciences/mathematics; Florida Statute 240.1 15 which requires the core curricu-
lum to include subject areas of communication, mathematics, social sciences, humanities and natural sciences; Rules of the
Florida State Board of Education, which requires six credits of mathematics and twelve credits (four courses) in which
writing is heavily emphasized. Additionally, the mathematics and writing courses must be passed with a "C" or better.

COMMUNICATIONS: 9 Credit hours

.ENC 1101 Composition! (3)

Composition II (3)

Fundamentals of Speech (3)

Communications OR
Public Speaking (Telecourse) (3)

HUMANITIES: 6 Credit hours

(Select two courses - One from Part A and one from Part B, or two from
Part A)

Part A

ENC

1102

SPC

1600

SPC

2023

HUM 2210

Ancient World-Renaissance
and/or

*AA degree-seeking students must demonstrate competence in
communication by passing this course with a "C" or better.

HUM 2230 1 7th Century-Present and/or

*AA degree-seeking students must demonstrate competence in
communication by passing this course with a "C" or better.

HUM 2930 Great Human Questions and/or

*AA degree-seeking students must demonstrate competence in
communication by passing this course with a "C" or better.
HUM 1950 Humanities Study Tour

(3)

written

(3)
written

*AA degree-seeking students must demonstrate competence in
communication by passing this course with a "C" or better.

HUM 2950 (second Humanities Tour) (3)

HUM 2510 Humanities Through the Arts (3)

(Telecourse) and/or any
course from the following:
*AA degree-seeking students must demonstrate competence in written
communication by passing this course with a "C" or better.

Parte

Literature of the U.S. I to 1 860 (3)

Literature of the U.S. n 1860 (3)
to Present

Art Appreciation (3)

History of Art I (3)

History of Art n (3)

European Art and Architecture (3)
in combination with HUM 1950)

Art of the Western World (Telecourse) (3)

British Literature I to 1780 (3)

British Literature II 1780 to Present (3)

American Cinema (Telecourse) (3)

Contemporary Literature (3)

Worid Literature I (3)

Worid Literature II (3)

Jazz History and Appreciation (3)

Music History and Appreciation (3)

Introduction to Philosophy (3)

Logic: Reasoning and Critical Thinking (3)

Ethics (3)
Worid Religions (3)

Theatre History and Literature (3)

Writing Intensive Courses:

The following courses satisfy the writing requirement of 6,000 words
each. Each student must successfully take four courses:
ENC 1 101. ENC 1 102, HUM 2210, HUM 2230, HUM 2510,
HUM 2930, HUM 1950, HUM 2950, WOH 1012,
WOH 1023, WOH 1030

AML

2010

AML

2020

ARH

1000

ARH

1050

ARH

1051

ARH

1950

(first time tour/must take

ARH

2052

ENL

2012

ENL

2022

ENG

2100

LIT

2090

LIT

2110

LIT

2120

MUH

2018

MUL

1110

PHI

2010

PHI

2100

PHI

2600

REL

2300

THE

2100

For an AA degree, writing intensive courses must be completed with a
grade of "C" or higher. World Civilization courses which are designated
as writing intensive (designated as "W" in the Schedule of Classes) sat-
isfy the writing requirement.

SOCIAL SCIENCES: 9 Credits hours

Course selection must include one World Civilization course (either
EUH 1000, EUH 1001, WOH 1012, WOH 1023, or WOH 1030).

Anthropology

.ANT
ANT

Economics

ECO

Education

EDF

EDG

EME

1410 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (3)

1511 Introduction to Physical Anthropology (3)

2013 Economics I (3)

2023 Economics 11 (3)

2005 Introduction to Education (3)

2701 t Teaching Diverse Populations (3)

2040 t Introduction to Educational Technology (3)

t May not fulfill social science requirements at some state universities.

Geography

GEA 2010

GEA 2040

Geography of the Eastern Hemisphere
Geography of the Western Hemisphere

History

AMH 2010 History of the United States to 1 865

AMH 2020 History of the United States,

1 865 to Present

AMH 2070 Horida History

AMH 2091 African- American History

EUH 1000 The Western Tradition I (Telecourse)

*AA degree-seeking students must demonstrate competence in
communication by passing this course with a "C" or better.

EUH 1 00 1 The Western Tradition II (Telecourse)

*AA degree-seeking students must demonstrate competence in
communication by passing this course with a "C" or better.

WOH 1012 History of Worid Civilization to 1 500

*AA degree-seeking students must demonstrate competence in
communication by passing this course with a "C" or better.
WOH 1023 History of World Civilization

1500-1815
*AA degree-seeking students must demonstrate competence in
communication by passing this course with a "C" or better.
WOH 1 030 History of World Civilization,

1815 to Present
*AA degree-seeking students must demonstrate competence in
communication by passing this course with a "C" or better.

Human Services

HUS 1001 Introduction to Human Services

(3)
(3)

(3)

written

(3)
written

(3)

Political Science

POS

2041

American National Government

(3)

POS

2112

American State and Local Politics

(3)

INR

2002

International Relations

(3)

Psychology

CLP

1000

Personal and Social Adjustment

(3)

DEP

2004

Human Growth and Development

(3)

DEP

2102

Child Psychology

(3)

DEP

2302

Adolescent Psychology

(3)

INP

2301

Human Relations in Business
and Industry

PSY

2013

General Psychology I

PSY

2014

General Psychology 11

(3)

(3)
(3)

Sociology

SYG

1000 Introduction to Sociology
1010 Contemporary Social Problems
2430 Marriage and the Family

(3)
(3)
(3)

MATHEMATICS: 6 Credits

Those students who wish to satisfy the minimum of six hours specified by general education requirements for the A A degree may pick one mathematics
course from Column A and one mathematics course from Column B. Mathematics courses used to satisfy the AA mathematics requirement must be
passed with a grade of "C" or higher. Pursuant to Rule 6A- 10.030 (Gordon Rule), the student must successfully complete six (6) semester hours of
mathmatics coursework at the level of college algebra or higher. Applied logic, statistics and other such computational coursework which may not be
placed within a mathematics department may be used to fulfill three (3) hours of the six (6) hours required by this section.

Note: Do not select the same course from both columns.
General Education Math Requirements

Column B

(3) MAC

(4) MAC

MGF

STA

These advanced mathematics courses may also be used to meet the AA mathematics requirements:

Column A

MAC

MGF

STA

1105
1106
2023

College Algebra
Mathematics for Liberal Arts I
Introductory Statistics

1 105 College Algebra

1114 Trigonometry

1140 Pre-Calculus Algebra

1107 Mathematics for Liberal Arts II

2023 Introductory Statistics

MAC 1147

MAC 2233

MAC 2311

Precalculus Algebra/
Trigonometry
Calculus of Business /
Social Science
Calculus w/ Analytic
Geometry I)

(5)

(4)
(4)

.MAC 2312 Calculus w/ Analytic

Geometry 11
. MAC 23 1 3 Calculus w/ Analytic

Geometry III
.MAP 2302 Differential Equations

(3)
(3)
(3)
(3)
(4)

(4)
(4)
(4)

NATURAL SCIENCES: 6 Credit hours

A student must complete six hours of science, including associated laboratory, in order to fulfill the Natural Science requirement. A "C" designation
after the course number indicates that the lab is "combined" with the class.

Note: A better foundation in science is provided by taking related science courses in sequential semesters.

(3)
(3)
(3)

(3)

(1)
(4)
(4)
(6)
(6)

COMPUTING SKILLS

All degree-seeking students must demonstrate their competence in the basic
use of computers by completing ENC 1 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

ELECTIVES

Be sure electives selected have an AA designation as listed in the course
description section of this Catalog. Electives should be chosen with a
desired baccalaureate program in mind. Students are advised to see a
counselor to determine university program prerequisites. AS courses do
not qualify for elective credit.

Total Elective Hours: 24

BSC

1050C

Man and the Environment

BSC

1051C

Ecosystems of South Florida

GLY

1000

Earth Revealed & L
(Telecourse)

ISC

lOOlC

Foundations of
Interdisciplinary Science

ISC

1002C

Foundations of
Interdisciplinary
Science n

OCE

lOOlC

Oceanography I: A
Multidisciplinary Science

OCE

1002C

Oceanography II: A
Multidisciplinary Science

AST

2002

Universe: The Infinite Frontier
(Telecourse)

AST

2002L

Universe: The Infinite Frontier Lab

AST

2005

Astronomy I & L

AST

2006

Astronomy II & L

GLY

1010

Physical Geology & L

GLY

1100

Historical Geology & L

as a co-requisite or prerequisite

BOT

2010C

MCB

2013C

BSC

1010

BSC

1011

BSC

1093C

BSC

1094C

OCB

2010

ZOO

2010

CHM

2030

CHM

2033L

CHM

2045

CHM

2046

CHM

2210

CHM

2211

PHY

1053

PHY

1054

PHY

2048

PHY

2049

tial, or require another science or m<

ith course

^uisite:

Botany

(4)

Microbiology

(5)

Biological Science I & L

(6)

Biological Science II & L

(6)

Anatomy / Physiology I & L

(6)

Anatomy / Physiology 11 & L

(6)

Marine Biology & L

(6)

Zoology & L

(6)

Intro to Chemistry & L

(6)

Chemistry Lab for Health Science

(1)

General Chemistry I & L

(6)

General Chemistry II & L

(6)

Organic Chemistry I & L

(6)

Organic Chemistry 11 & L

(6)

Fundamentals / Physics I & L

(6)

Fundamentals / Physics n & L

(6)

General Physics I & L

(6)

General Physics 11 & L

(6)

CLAST

All degree-seeking students need to satisfy the requirement of the CLAST.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Students seeking admission to the Florida State University System should
have completed two years of foreign language at the high school level or
two courses (eight credit hours) at the college level. Foreign language is
a State University System baccalaureate graduation requirement.

HEALTH & WELLNESS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION INTERNATIONAL DIVERSITY COURSES

CREDITS Florida State Universities may require students to take courses that have

Students may elect to take up to six hours of health and wellness courses an international or diversity focus. These are designated with an "I" after

as elective credit toward graduation. Students are cautioned that such 'he course descriptions.

credits will transfer to Florida universities only to the degree that Total AA Credit Hours: 60

the individual university will accept them. Those students who are

pre-majors in health and wellness or physical education subject areas

may elect to take as many courses as their educational plan will permit.

Students should consult with their advisor as to which classes will

transfer and to which college or university.

Associate in Arts Degrees, With Emphases

Associate in Arts degrees with emphases are designed to prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or university, while at the same time
providing occupational skills in students' chosen areas of study. This allows students to gain the maximum benefit from the elective component of the
AA degree. All students planning to transfer to a four- year institution should become familiar with the specific program prerequisites or requirements of
that institution before selecting courses to satisfy general education requirements.

AA with Emphasis in Computer Programming

GENERAL EDUCATION

(36 Credit Hours)

Undesignated courses (communications, mathematics, history, etc.) are
to be selected from the General Education Requirements for the Associ-
ate in Arts Degree on pages 84-86. The student must meet all require-
ments for the Associate in Arts Degree. See Pages 84-86 in the College
Catalog.

Communications (9)
College Math (6)
Humanities (6)
Social Science (9)
Natural Sciences (6)

PROGRAM AND EMPLOYMENT CORE

(16 Credit Hours)

CGS 1 1(X) Microcomputer Skills (4)

COP 1000 Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic (3)

COP 1224 Programming with C-i-i- (3)

COP 2222 Advanced Programming with C++ (3)

CIS 2321 Data Systems and Management (3)

RECOMMENDED PROGRAM ELECTIVES

(8 Credit Hours)

Computer Science Elective (5) (Choose computer courses at the 2000
level, with CGS or COP prefix)
Electives (3)

Golf Course Operations Program
A.A. Degree U.F. Track

Students may now pursue the Associates in Arts Degree with an emphasis in Golf Course Operations. Through a cooperative agreement between Edison
Community College and the University of Florida, students who complete this degree will be granted admission into the College of Agriculture and Life
Sciences at the University of Florida to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Turfgrass Science.

GENERAL EDUCATION

General education courses are to be selected according to the General
Education Program Guide for the Associate in Arts Degree on pages
84-86 of the College Catalog. Students must fulfill all requirements for
obtaining the Associate in Arts Degree.

Hours
Communications 9

Humanities 6

Social Sciences 9

Mathematics 6

Natural Science 6

Students must complete the following prerequisite courses before
transferring to the University of Florida.

PREREQUISITES

CHM 2045 General Chemistry I

CHM2045L General Chemistry I Laboratory

BSC 1010 Biological Science I

BSC lOlOL Biological Science I Laboratory

BSC 1 0 1 1 Biological Science n

BSC 101 IL Biological Science II Laboratory

MAC 1 105 College Algebra

MAC 1114 Trigonometry

Hours
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

Students must also complete a minimum of 12 credit hours taken
from the following list of Program and Employment Core classes.

PROGRAM AND EMPLOYMENT CORE

GCO 1400 Principles of Turfgrass Science I
GCO 1743 Golf Course Design and Construction
GCO 244 1 Integrated Pest Management for Turf I:

Insect Pests of Turf
GCO 2442 Integrated Pest Management for Turf II:

Diseases of Turf
GCO 2500 Environmental Issues in Golf Course Construction

and Management
GCO 293 1 Turfgrass Management Seminar
SOS 1 005 Biology of Turf Soils
SOS 1401 Physics and Chemistry of Turf Soils

Hours
3

Distance Learning Courses

Distance Learning courses at Edison Community Col-
lege are credit courses which are academically equivalent
to on-campus courses. Distance Learning courses allow
students the opportunity to complete most of their course
work outside of the classroom, and although this allows
for greater freedom of scheduling, it can require more self-
discipline than on-campus courses.

Telecourses

Telecourses are integrated instructional systems that
generally include videotapes, a textbook, related reading
assignments, on-campus review opportunities and minimal
on-campus sessions for orientation, discussion, labs, and
examinations. Courses offered are equivalent to on-cam-
pus courses in content and credit. No distinction is made
between a telecourse and a traditional course on an official
Edison Community College transcript. An Edison profes-
sor is assigned to each course.

The majority of Edison telecourses are available
through video checkout for the entire semester at the Learn-
ing Resources circulation desk at each campus location.
Hendry-Glades students can obtain this service at the Edison
Center in LaBelle. Courses are also available for viewing
in the Learning Resource Centers. Course offerings vary
from term to term and are listed in the current class sched-
ule and on a telecourse flyer. See your academic advisor
for more information.

Online Courses

Offered through the Internet, online courses require
students to have access to a computer and to the World Wide
Web. Course information and assignments are accessed
through a browser. Online courses may include a textbook,
on-campus sessions for orientation, discussion, labs and
examinations. Online courses may provide the opportunity
for interaction between you, the instructor and your class-
mates through the course Chatroom, Bulletin Board, or e-
mail. No distinction is made between an online course and
a traditional course on an official Edison Community Col-
lege transcript.

Blended Learning Courses

In this type of course, several different modes of in-
structional delivery may be used. For example, a course
may be delivered to the student through a combination of
videotaped , online, interactive video, multimedia or print-
based materials. On-campus sessions will be required for
orientation, discussion,, labs and/or examinations. These
courses may also require access to the Internet and include
a textbook and other materials purchased from the book-
store.

Interactive Video Courses

Interactive video courses utilize two-way audio and
video technologies to link classrooms together and opti-
mize course offerings on all sites. Courses are held simul-
taneously at the designated sites. The time and place for
each course is listed in the current class schedule. Course
offerings vary from term to term. Class attendance is re-
quired.

Interactive Video Physical Therapist Assistant Program

A Physical Therapist Assistant Program is offered in
partnership with Broward Community College. This pro-
gram utilizes interactive video technology to allow for two-
way interactive video classes to be offered simultaneously
between Fort Myers and Fort Lauderdale. This is a limited
access program with the degree awarded by Broward Com-
munity College. Admission information is available by call-
ing the ECC Health Technologies Office at 489-9255.

Online Opticianry Program

A program of study leading to Certificates in Oph-
thalmic Laboratory Technology (24 credits) and Eye Care
Technology (48 credits) as well as the AS Degree in
Opticiamy is offered in partnership with Hillsborough Com-
munity College. Courses in this program are offered both
online and in the classroom. This is a limited access pro-
gram with the degree awarded by Hillsborough Commu-
nity College. Admission information is available by calling
the ECC Health Technologies Office at (239)-489-9255.

Courses available toward the Associate in Arts Degree

Communications 9 credit hours (Required)

ENC 1101 *Composition I

(A Writer's Exchange) (3)

(before 16th credit hour)
ENC 1 102 *Composition II (Read, Write and

Research/Literary Visions) (3)

(before 3 1 st credit hour)
SPC 1600 Fundamentals of Speech Communications

(Intro to Human Communication) (3)

SPC 2023 Intro To Public Speaking (Speaking

with Confidence) (3)

Humanities 6 credit hours

ARH 2052 Art of the Western World

(Art of the Westem World)
HUM 25 10 *Humanities Through the Arts

(writing intensive)
PHI 2600 Ethics

Social Science 9 credit hours

AMH 20 1 0 History of the United States to 1 865

(American Adventure) (3)

AMH 2020 History of the United States 1 865 to the Present

(American in Perspective) (3)

ANT 1410 Introduction Cultural Anthropology

(Faces of Culture) (3)

(3)

(3)
(3)

CLP 1000

DEP 2004

DEP 2102

ECO 2013

ECO 2023

EDF 2005

EME 2040

EDG 2701

EUH 1000

EUH 1001

POS 2041

PSY 2013

SYG 1000

SYG
SYG

1010
2430

Personal and Social Adjustment

(Psychology of Happiness)

Human Growth and Development

(Development Through the Lifespan in

Action)

Child Psychology (Time to Grow)

Economics (Choices & Change Macro)

Economics n (Choices & Change Micro)

Intro to Education

Intro to Educational Technology

Teaching Diverse Populations

*Westem Tradition I (The Western Tradition)

(vmting intensive)

♦Western Tradition II (The Western Tradition)

(writing intensive)

American National Goverrmient

(Government by Consent)

General Psychology (Psychology:

Study of Human Behavior)

Introduction to Sociology

(Sociological Imagination)

Contemporary Social Problems

Marriage & Family

Electives

24 credit hours**

(3)

CCJ

1010

Intro to Criminology

(3)

CCJ

1020

Intro to Criminal Justice

(3)

CJE

1300

Police Organization & Administration

(3)

CJL

2130

Criminal Procedure & Evidence

(3)

CGS

1000

Computer Literacy

(3)

CGS

1100

Micorcomputer Skills

(4)

(3)

COP

1000

Intro to Comp. Programming wA^^B

(3)

COP

2800

Java Programming

(3)

GEB

1011

Introduction to Business

(3)

(It's Strictly Business)

(3)

LIS

1004

Internet for college Research

(1)

PRE

1120

Elementary French I

(3)

(French in Action)

(4)

ERE

1121

Elementary French 11
(French in Action)

(4)

(3)

HSC

1130

Living With Health
(Living With Health)

(3)

HCS

1531

Medical Terminology

(3)

HUN

1201

Fundamentals of Health

(3)

(Nutritional Pathway)

(3)

MMC

1000

Survey of Mass Communications

(3)

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Natural Science 6 credit hours

AST
AST

(3)

GLY
GLY

OCE
OCE

MAT 1033

MGF 1 106

MGF 1 107

STA 2023

(1)
(3)

2002 Astronomy (Universe: The Infinite Frontier)
2002L Astronomy Lab

On campus lab required
1000 Earth Revealed
lOOOL Earth Revealed Lab

On campus lab required (I)

lOOlC Oceanography I (3)

1002C Oceanography n (3)

Mathematics 6 credit hours

MAT 9024 Algebra (College Algebra-Remedial) (6)

Intermediate College Algebra (4)

Math for Liberal Arts I (3)

Math for Liberal Arts n (3)
Introductory Statistics

(Introduction to Statistics) (4)

and earn a grade of "C" or higher. To fulfill the Gordon Rule, the student

must take ENC 1101 and ENC 1102 and two other writing intensive

classes.

** After the requirements in each area have been met, the student has the

option of taking other courses in that area as electives.

Associate in Science Degree Programs

Requirements for the Associate in Science Degree

1. Earn the minimum required semester hours for the
degree with a cumulative 2.00 GPA in courses which
comprise the degree program.

2. Complete all non-course requirements, if applicable.

3. Successfully complete a minimum of 25% of the required
degree course work at Edison Community College.

4. Fulfill all obligations to Edison.

5. Meet all deadlines pertaining to graduation.

Limited Admissions AS Degree Programs

The Associate of Science Degree programs in Dental Hygiene,
Nursing, Respiratory Care, Radiologic Technology, and
Cadiovascular Technology are selective admissions programs.
Admission to the College does not automatically admit a student

to these programs of study. Application should be made to the
College as well as application for admission to the program of
study. Such applications for admission to the program of study
are available by calling (239) 489-9255.

Articulation Agreements

Articulation agreements have been developed with the local
schools for Workforce programs. Information about articulation
agreements is available from the respective program coordinator.

Professional Certification

Students who have completed external professional certification
may demonstrate equivalency through an assessment process.
Programs that employ equivalency assessment include: Criminal
Justice Technology, Crime Scene Technology, Emergency Medi-
cal Services Technology, and Radiologic Technology.

ACCOUNTING TECHNOLOGY

The Associate in Science degree program in Account-
ing is designed to prepare students to enter public or pri-
vate accounting in various capacities. Students who
successfully complete this program will have the knowl-
edge and skills necessary to sit for two certification exami-
naUons.

Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation
(ACAT)

The ACAT examination is sponsored by the National
Society of Public Accountants located in Alexandria, Vir-
ginia. The examination is offered twice a year, in May and
December. The six-hour examination is given at over 200
test sites nationwide. Accreditation in Accountancy by the
ACAT demonstrates to your clients and/or employer they
have a professional working for them.

Enrolled Agents Examination

The Enrolled Agents Examination is a comprehensive
four-part exam administered once a year by the Internal
Revenue Service. The primary benefits of being an enrolled
agent are ( 1 ) recognition of attaining a high level of knowl-
edge of federal taxation and (2) eligibility to practice be-
fore the IRS.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

NONE

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition I 3

ENC 1102 Composition II 3

(Technical Writing Emphasis)
SPC 1600 Fundamentals of Speech

Communications (Business

Communications Emphasis) 3

MGF 1 106 Mathematics For Liberal Arts I 3

ECO 2023 Economics II 3

STA 2023 Introductory Statistics 4

*Humanities Elective

(PHI 2600 recommended) ._3_

TOTAL 22

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

ACG 1001 Financial Accounting 1 3

GEB 1011 Introduction to Business 3

ACG 2011 Financial Accounting II 3

RMI 2001 Principles of Risk Management 3

CGS 1100 Microcomputer Skills 4

ACG 2071 Managerial Accounting 3

ECO 2013 Economics 1 3

TAX 2000 Federal Tax Accounting I 3

CGS 2511 Advanced Spreadsheet Computing 3

ACG 2500 Governmental and

Not- for- Profit Accounting 3

TAX 2010 Federal Tax Accounting II 3

SLS 1331 Personal Business Skills 3

Electives 5

TOTAL 42

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 64

ELECTIVES: Electives may be selected from any Ac-
counting, Business, Management, Finance, or Computer
courses.

♦Humanities Elective may be chosen from any course listed in the Gen-
eral Education Program Guide under Humanities.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT

The Business Administration and Management Asso-
ciate in Science degree program is designed to provide a
broad foundation of knowledge and skills necessary for stu-
dents seeking entry-level employment in various fields, and
for those currently employed in business and desiring ad-
vancement.

The degree consists of 1 8 hours of general education
requirements. 31 hours of degree core requirements, and
15 hours of business or related subject electives.

There is a state articulation agreement that allows this
degree to transfer to a state university bachelor's degree
program. Students who may wish to do this should choose
their electives from the following list: STA 2023, MAC
2233, ACG 201 1. ACG 2071 & ECO 2023.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

NONE

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credits
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition 1 3

ENC 1102 Composition II 3

SPC 1600 Fundamentals of Speech

Communications 3

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I

MAC 1105 College Algebra 3

ECO 2013 Economics 1 3

♦Humanities Electives 3

TOTAL 18

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

ACG 1001 Financial Accounting 1 3

ACG 1002 Microcomputer Accounting Applications 3

CGS 1100 Microcomputer Skills 4

MTB 1103 Business Mathematics 3

MAN 2021 Management Principles 3

FIN 2100 Personal Finance 3

GEE 1011 Introduction to Business 3

BUL 2241 Business Law I 3

MAR 2011 Marketing 3

SLS 1331 Personal Business Skills 3

TOTAL 31

BUSINESS and/or RELATED SUBJECT ELECTIVES

May be ECO 2023. STA 2023. BUL 2242 or any course in Ac-
counting, Business, Hospitality, Management, Customer Service,
Computer Technology, Banking, Finance or Real Estate.

TOTAL 15

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 64

Accelerated Format for the Business Administration
and Management degree:

The Accelerated Coursework in Business Administra-
tion and Management is designed specifically for individu-
als with professional experience who wish to learn
contemporary supervisory skills while maintaining full-time
employment. This degree path consists of accelerated credit
courses that combine in-class instruction with outside
projects and assignments, allowing each course to be com-
pleted in just eight weeks. Because students will be assigned
to faculty-directed study groups, a maximum cohort of 24
students will be accepted per year.

Upon completion of the Accelerated Coursework in
Business Administration and Management, participants will
have the option to develop an individualized program of
study toward the Associate in Science degree in Business
Administration and Management utilizing the previously
earned college credits from the accelerated format

Participants will register for three classes in the fall
and spring semesters and two classes for each summer ses-
sion. Classes will meet Tuesdays from 6pm - 10pm on the
Charlotte campus.

Fall

Spring

Summer A

Summer B

GEB 1011

ACG 1001

MAC 1105

ENC 1102

Yearl

ECO 2013

MAN 2021

SPC 1600

ACG 1002

CGS 1 100

ENC 1101

ACG 2011

ACG 2071

STA 2023

GEB 1949/2949

Year 2

ECO 2023

MAC 2233

BUL 2241

BUL 2242

HUM

MAR 2011

Because of the accelerated format of the program, a very high level of maturity and dedication will be required of students,
and all applicants will be required to:

• Provide references demonstrating a minimum of two years of full-time employment.

• Present at least two letters of recommendation regarding the applicant's potential for success in an accelerated program.

• Meet with college personnel regarding the program requirements.

• Recognize that all admissions procedures and deadlines as outlined in the Edison Community College Catalog will apply.

CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGY

The Cardiovascular Technology Program is designed
to offer students the opportunity to obtain an Associate in
Science Degree in Cardiovascular Technology. The Car-
diovascular Technologist is employed in cardiac catheter-
ization laboratories, cardiac ultrasound laboratories and in
cardiac non-invasive laboratories. The Cardiovascular Tech-
nology Program is fully accredited for invasive cardiology
by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Edu-
cation Programs. Our specialty of invasive cardiology will
prepare the graduate to function in all aspects in the car-
diac catheterization laboratory. Cardiovascular Technolo-
gists perform diagnostic cardiac catheterization studies on
patients in order to quantify cardiac disease including coro-
nary arteriography, hemodynamic monitoring and analy-
sis, and electrophysiology studies. They also assist the
cardiologist in interventional procedures including coro-
nary angioplasty, rotablator procedures, intra-coronary
stenting, pacemaker insertion, and radiofrequency ablation.

A freshman class begins each Fall semester. Currently
20 freshmen are accepted each year. Class size is limited by
the number of cardiology laboratories in the clinical affili-
ates needed for the training of students. Students will have
the opportunity to practice cardiac catheterization proce-
dures in our "on campus" cath lab prior to entering the clini-
cal component of the curriculum. Graduates are eligible to
take the national invasive registry examination as offered
by Cardiovascular Credentialing International. The success-
ful candidate will receive the Registered Cardiovascular
Invasive Specialist (RCIS) credential. Students also will have
the opportunity to gain Echocardiography instruction and
experience as an elective component of this program.

The Cardiovascular Technology Program is a limited
admission program. The criteria for admission are avail-
able through the program office or through the Health Pro-
fessions office at (239)-489-9255.

First Round Application Deadline: June 1

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition! 3

PSY 2012 General Psychology 3

BSC 1093C Anatomy and Physiology I

with Lab 5

BSC 1094C Anatomy and Physiology II

with Lab 5

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I 3

CHM 2030 Intro, to College Chemistry 3

CHM 2033L Chemistry Health Science Lab 1

PHY 1007 Physics for Health Sciences 3

MCE 2013C Microbiology 5

*Humanities Elective 3

TOTAL 34

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

RET 1024 Introduction to Cardiopulmonary Tech 3

RET 1616C Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology 2

RET 1821L Freshman Pre Clinic 2

CVT 1200 Cardiovascular Pharmacology 2

CVT 2420C Invasive Cardiology I 4

CVT 2620C Noninvasive Cardiology I 4

CVT 2840L Cardiovascular Practicum II 6

CVT 2421C Invasive Cardiology II 4

CVT 2841L Cardiovascular Practicum III 6

RET 2244 Critical Care Applications 2

CVT 2920 Cardiovascular Technologist

as a Professional 2

CVT 2842L Cardiovascular Practicum IV ._6_

TOTAL 43

CAREER CORE ELECTIVES:

CVT 262 IC Noninvasive Cardiology

Il-Echocardiography 4

TOTAL 4

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 77

General Education Requirements are included in the re-
quired sequences listed above. Some students prefer to take
most or all of their general education courses before enter-
ing the Cardiovascular sequence. This is recommended,
especially for those students who must work or those who
have heavy family obligations.

*Humanities Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the Gen-
eral Education Program Guide under Humanities.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

The Program prerequisite encompasses successful completion
of the program acceptance process including calculation of
program admission points, competition with all other
applicants based on academic transcript evaluation and affec
live skills demonstration. The clinical enrollment process
requires satisfactory completion of an immunization and health
report. '.

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING AND ANALYSIS

The Computer Programming and Analysis degree pro-
gram is designed to give students a basic foundation in com-
puter programming and will prepare them for employment
as entry level programmers in commercial, industrial, and
governmental institutions. The training is practical in na-
ture and emphasizes performance of job tasks similar to
those performed in today's advanced computer technology
environment.

The degree consists of 15 hours of general education
requirements, and 48 hours of degree core requirements.

There is an articulation agreement that allows this de-
gree to transfer to a university bachelor's degree program.
Please contact the Edison University Center at 489-9295
for further information.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

NONE

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

1 101 Composition 1 3

1102 Composition II 3

(Technical Writing Emphasis)

1600 Fundamentals of Speech

Communications (Business

Communications Emphasis) 3

1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I

or higher level mathematics 3

2100 Logic: Reasoning and Critical

Thinking 3

*Social Science Elective 3

TOTAL 18

ENC
ENC

SPC

MGF

PHI

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

Microcomputer Skills 4

Personal Business Skills 3

Microcomputer Accounting

Applications 3

Management Principles 3

Introduction to Computer

Programming 3

Networking Essentials 3

Programming with C++ 3

Advanced Programming with C++

Advanced Visual

Basic Programming 3

Data Systems &

Management 3

Computer Hardware & Software

Maintenance 3

Database Programming 3

Computer Science Electives at

2000 level (2 courses) 6

Electives 5

TOTAL 45

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 63

ELECTIVES:

Electives may be selected from any Business, Computer
Technology, Office Systems Technology, Drafting and De-
sign or student internships.

*Social Science Elective may be chosen from any course listed in the
General Education Program under Social Science.

COS

1100

SLS

1331

ACG

1002

MAN

2021

COP

1000

CDA

1005

COP

1224

COP

2222

COP

2172

CIS

2321

CGS

2260

COP

2701

CRIME SCENE TECHNOLOGY

The Associate in Science Degree in Crime Scene Tecii-
nology is designed to prepare students for employment in
fields related to crime scene investigation. The Crime Scene
Technician locates, preserves, develops, collects, analyzes,
and presents physical evidence relating to the scene of a
crime. The program provides students with the necessary
skills to accurately map out, collect and log evidence, de-
velop and preserve fingerprints, write reports, and present
courtroom testimony. Although most crime scene techni-
cians in Southwest Florida are law enforcement certified,
more agencies are beginning to use civilians in this posi-
tion. Job opportunities are enhanced with the ability to
relocate.

The nature of crime scene investigation can require
physical activity. Students enrolled in the Crime Scene Tech-
nology program must be physically able to go into, under,
on top of, and through many different environmental scenes
as part of their training. The employment process may in-
clude an extensive background investigation. A prior crimi-
nal history may strongly inhibit employment opportunities
in this field. Potential employers may require some or all of
the following criteria as part of their employment process:

Physical Agility

Background investigations

Drug Screening

Oral Board Interview

Polygraph and/or Voice Stress Analysis

Physical Examination

Minimum Age Requirement

U.S. Citizenship

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

None

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition 1 3

ENC 1102 Composition II 3

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I

or higher level mathematics 3

PHI 2600 Ethics 3

PSY 2012 General Psychology I 3

♦Natural Science Elective 3

TOTAL 18

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

CCJ 1020 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3

CGS 1100 Microcomputer Skills or higher 4

CJT 1110 Introduction to Crime Scene

Technology 3

CJT 2100 Criminal Investigative Techniques 3

CJT 21 1 IC Advanced Crime Scene

Technology 4

CJT 2113 Courtroom Presentation of

Scientific Evidence 3

CJT 2141 Introduction to Forensics 4

CJT 2220C Crime Scene Photography I 3

CJT 2221C Crime Scene Photography II 3

CJT 2241 Latent Fingerprint Development 3

TOTAL 33

GENERAL ELECTIVES: 9

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 60

*Natural Science elective must be chosen from one of the following
courses: ISC lOOlC, BSC 1005, BSC 1010, PHY 1053 or, with permis-
sion of advisor, CHM 2030/2030L.

IJPI;-^

CRIMINAL JUSTICE TECHNOLOGY

The Associate in Science degree in Criminal Justice
Technology is designed to prepare students for a full range
of career opportunities in the field of criminal justice. The
degree provides a strong background for employment with
any of Southwest Florida's many criminal justice or public
service agencies, including police departments, sheriff's of-
fices, prisons, areas of juvenile justice, or private industry.

Students intending to transfer to a Bachelor's degree
program are strongly encouraged to consult with the trans-
ferring institution regarding the choice of elective credit.

The Criminal Justice Academy Bridge Program

This program is designed for student successfully com-
pleting Florida Department of Law Enforcement's Crimi-
nal Justice Standards & Tranining Commission Basic
Recruit Academies in Law Enforcement and/or Corrections.
The program is designed to articulate CJSTC academy post-
secondary adult vocational (PSAV) training into the
Assocate in Science degree in Criminal Justice Techology.

Upon completon of program prerequisites, qualified
students are eligible for up to 16 hours of elective credit in
the AS degree in Criminal Justice Technology. Selected
degree core requirements can be met through accelerated
study. Requirements will include research projects and es-
says. Coursework earned through the Academy Bridge pro-
gram will demonstrate advanced, independent, and critical
thinking skills expected within college level coursework.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

Prior to admissions to the Criminal Justice Academy Bridge
program, the student must:

1. Complete an orientation appointment with the
Criminal Justice Program Coordinator.

2. Produce proof of eligibility for Florida certificatii
as a Law Enforcement and/or Corrections Officer

3. Complete all college entrance requirements.

4. Declare their major in the Criminal Justice Associate
in Science degree.

5. Complete at least 16 credit hours of coursework at
Edison Community College. ^^H

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition 1 3

ENC 1102 Composition II 3

MAC 1105 College Algebra or 3

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I 3

♦Humanities

(PHI 2600 Ethics recommended) 3

*Social Science 3

TOTAL 15

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

CCJ 1020 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3

CJL 2100 Criminal Law 3

CJL 2130 Criminal Procedure and Evidence 3

CJC 1000 Introduction to Corrections 3

CJT 1110 Introduction to Crime Scene Technology 3

CJT 2100 Criminal Investigative Techniques 3

CCJ 1010 Introduction to Criminology 3

CCJ 2500 Juvenile Delinquency 3

CJE 1300 Police Organization and Administration 3

SPC 1600 Speech or

CJD 2501 Instructor Techniques 3-5

TOTAL 30-32

SPECIFIED ELECTIVES:

Choose from any course listed under the following
prefixes: CJD, CJT, DEP EMS, FFP BUS, INP PLA,
POS, PSY, SYG, or any foreign language course, or any
qualifying criminal justice academy bridge award 10

GENERAL ELECTIVE: 7-9

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 64

♦Courses specified as Humanities and Social Science must be selected
from courses listed in the College Catalog for AA degree requirements,
under the respective categories in the General Education Program Guide.

DENTAL HYGIENE

The Dental Hygiene program is designed to prepare
the student to practice as a licensed dental hygienist. A
graduate of the program is eligible to take the Dental Hy-
giene National Board, and, upon successful completion of
that board, is eligible to take a state board to obtain a state
license.

The program annually recruits a freshman class to be-
gin in the Fall term. The program is comprised of general
education courses, dental hygiene courses and clinical prac-
tice. The general education course work is acceptable from
any accredited college. The dental hygiene core courses
are offered only on the Lee Campus.

The Dental Hygiene program has limited enrollment
due to clinical facilities and accreditation standards. Each
applicant must meet specific criteria which are listed in the
admission policies. The Criteria for Admission Policies are
available through the program office or through the Health
Professions office at (239) 489-9255.

The program is fully accredited by the American Den-
tal Association Commission on Dental Accreditation.

The student must purchase uniforms, an instrument kit,
liability insurance, and books. There are fees for tuition,
graduation, laboratory, clinic, licenses, and association dues.

First Round Application Deadline: May 15

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

The Program prerequisite encompasses successful completion
of a program acceptance process including program level ad
missions points, competition with all other applicants based
on academic transcript evaluation and affective skills demon
stration. The enrollment process requires satisfactory
completion of an immunization and health report.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition I 3

PSY 2012 General Psychology 3

BSC 1093C Anatomy and Physiology I 5

BSC 1094C Anatomy and Physiology II 5

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I 3

CHM 2030 Intro, to College Chemistry 3

CHM 2033L Chemistry Lab - Health Sciences 1

MCB 2013C Microbiology 5

SYG 1000 Sociology 3

*Humanities Elective 3

TOTAL 34

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

DES 1020C Dental Anatomy 3

DEH 1003 Dental Hygiene I 2

DEH 1003L Dental Hygiene I Pre-clinic 3

DES 1200C Radiology 3

DEH 1802 Dental Hygiene II 2

DEH 1802L Dental Hygiene II Clinical 3

DEH 1602 Periodontics 2

DES llOOC Dental Materials 3

DES 2830C Expanded Functions Lab 2

DEH 1 130 Oral Histology & Embryology 2

DEH 2300 Pharmacology 2

DEH 2400 General and Oral Pathology 2

DEH 2804 Dental Hygiene III 2

DEH 2804L Dental Hygiene III Clinical 5

DEH 2806 Dental Hygiene IV 2

DEH 2806L Dental Hygiene IV Clinical 5

DEH 2702 Community Dental Health 2

DEH 2702L Community Dental Health Practicum 1

DEH 2930 Seminar 1

DEH 2808 Dental Hygiene V 2

DEH 2808L Dental Hygiene V Clinical 5

TOTAL 54

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 88

*Humanities Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the Gen-
eral Education Program Guide under Humanities.

DRAFTING AND DESIGN TECHNOLOGY

The Drafting and Design Technology Associate in Sci-
ence Degree Program is designed to give students the nec-
essary training and background for careers of a technical
nature. The courses are designed to qualify students, through
specialized and intensive instruction, for many technical
positions.

The degree consists of 1 8 hours of general education
requirements, 27 hours of degree core requirements, and
17 hours from the area of specialization. The student may
choose electives from one of the following Drafting and
Design specialization areas to complete the AS degree:
Building Construction, Civil Engineering/Land Surveying,
or Computer Aided Drafting (CAD).

There is an articulation agreement that allows this de-
gree to transfer to a university bachelor's degree program.
Please contact the Edison University Center at 489-9295
for further information.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES: JH

NONE H

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition 1 3

SPC 1600 Fundamentals of Speech Communications 3

MAC 1105 College Algebra 3

tSocial Science Elective 3

***Humanities Elective 3

♦Natural Science Elective 3

TOTAL 18

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

ETD 1100 Engineering Graphics I (Manual) 4

ETD 1320 Computer Aided Drafting 3

ETD 2350 Advanced Computer Aided Drafting 3

EOS 1001 Introduction to Engineering 3

BCN 2220 Construction Procedures 4

OST 2335 **Business Communications

or
ENC 1 102 Composition II

(Technical Writing Emphasis) 3

COS 1363 Geographic Information Systems

BCN 1272 Blueprint Reading 3

ETD 1538 AutoCad for Residential Architecture

or
ETD 1 103C Engineering Graphics I (CAD) 4

TOTAL 27

SPECIALIZATIONS:

Credit
Hours

TOTAL 17

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 62

Civil Engineering/Land Surveying Specialization

SUR llOOC Surveying 4

SUR 2140C Advanced Surveying 4

MAC 1140 Pre-Calculus Algebra 3

MAC 1114 Trigonometry 3

Electives 3

TOTAL 17

CAD Specialization

ETD 1538 AutoCad for Residential Architecture
or

ETD 1103C Engineering Graphics I (CAD) 4

ETD 1530 Drafting and Design (Manual) 4

CGS 1364 Geographic Information Systems

Customization 3

Electives 6

TOTAL 17

Building Construction Specialization

BCN 1 230C Materials & Methods of Construction 3

BCT 1760 Building Codes 2

BCT 2705 Construction Management 3

BCT 1600 Construction Estimating 3

BCT 2715 Advanced Construction Project

Management 3

BCT 1720 Construction Scheduling 3

TOTAL 17

ELECTIVES:

Electives may be chosen from: SUR 1 lOOC, SUR 2140C,
ETD 1541, ETD 1220, CGS 1100, MAC 1140 or MAC
11 14, ART 2602C, OST 1140, CGS 1364, GEB 1949.

♦Students can choose one of the following: ISC lOOlClSC 1002C.AST

2005- AST 2005L, or GLY 1010-GLY lOlOL

♦♦Depending on student's overall career choice.

♦♦♦Humanities Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the

General Education Program Guide under Humanities.

tSocial Science Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the

General Education Program under Social Science.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES TECHNOLOGY

The Emergency Medical Services Technology Pro-
grams are designed to prepare the student to become a com-
petent entry-level Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
(EMT-B) and/or EMT-Paramedic.

The EMS Technology Program is accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education
Programs (CAAHEP) in conjunction with the Committee
on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emer-
gency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

To be eligible to sit for the Horida EMT-Basic exam, stu-
dents must successfully complete the EMT-Basic Program.
To be eligible to sit for the Florida Paramedic exam, the stu-
dent must be currently certified as a Florida EMT-B and suc-
cessfully complete the Paramedic Certificate Program.

Students may obtain an Associate of Science Degree
in Emergency Medical Services Technology. General Edu-
cation requirements may be completed concurrently with
career core requirements, or following successful Florida
Paramedic Certification.

Purchase of an Edison EMS uniform shirt and profes-
sional liability insurance is required. Students must also
provide transportation to clinical and field experiences.

The EMT-Basic program has limited enrollment due
to clinical facilities and accreditation standards. Each ap-
plicant must meet specific criteria which are listed in the
admission requirements. The criteria for admission is avail-
able through the program office by calling (239) 489-9392.
First Round Application Deadlines: Fall Semester -
June 1, Spring Semester - October 1

The EMT-Paramedic program has limited enrollment
due to clinical facilities and accreditation standards. Each
applicant must meet specific criteria which are listed in the
admission requirements. The criteria for admission is avail-
able through the program office by calling (239) 489-9392.
First Round Application Deadlines: Fall Semester (Fort
Myers) - June 1, Spring Semester (Punta Gorda) -
October 1, Summer Semester (Naples) - February 1

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

Admission requirements for the EMT-Basic Program encompass
successful completion of a program application documenting the
following criteria: a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher,
current CPR certification (either AHA BLS for Healthcare
Providers or ARC-Professional Rescuer), and completion of
FCLEPT Testing (utilize the SAIL Program prior to testing).
Once maximum enrollment has been reached, a waiting list
will be created for eligible candidates based on a first-come
first-served basis. This list will be held in the EMS Coordinator's
office.

Admission requirements for the Paramedic Program
encompass successful completion of a program application
documenting the following criteria: Evidence of current
Florida EMT-Basic certification (or eligible for certifica-
tion-must be Florida certified within 90 days of beginning
EMS 267 1 ), current CPR certification, grade point average
(GPA) of 2.0 or higher, and completion of FCLEPT tesfing
with no DLA hold(s). BSC 1093C with a minimum grade
of "C" must be completed prior to registration into EMS
267 1 . Once maximum enrollment has been reached, a wait-
ing list will be created for eligible candidates based on a
first-come first-served basis. This list will be held in the
EMS Coordinator's office.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition! 3

MAC 1105 College Algebra

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I 3

PSY 2012 General Psychology 1 3

*Humanities Elective 3

BSC 1093C Anatomy and Physiology I 5

BSC 1094C Anatomy and Physiology II ._5_

TOTAL 22

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

EMS 2119 Fundamentals of Emergency Medical Care .... 3

EMS 2119L Fundamentals of EMC Lab 5

EMS 2421 EMS Field Internship 2

EMS 2411 Emergency Department Clinicals 1

EMS 2671 Paramedic 1 3

EMS 2671L Paramedic I Lab 2

EMS 2672 Paramedic II 3

EMS 2672L Paramedic II Lab 2

EMS 2673 Paramedic III 4

EMS 2674 Paramedic IV 4

EMS 2675 Paramedic V 3

EMS 2675L Paramedic V Lab 2

EMS 2654 Paramedic Field Internship 1 2

EMS 2655 Paramedic Field Internship 11 2

EMS 2656 Paramedic Field Internship III 4

EMS 2649 Paramedic Hospital Clinicals 4

EMS 2647 Advanced Airway Management 2

MNA 2345 Supervision

FFP 2720 Fire Company Officer Leadership 3

TOTAL 51

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 73

A student who has completed a hospital-based or vocafional
technical center-based program accredited by the Commis-
sion on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs and is
Florida certified as an EMT-B or Paramedic may saUsfy
the career core requirements through successful comple-
tion of EMS 1810-EMS Equivalency Assessment.

*Humanities Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the Gen-
eral Education Program Guide under Humanities.

FIRE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY

The Associate in Science degree in Fire Science Tech-
nology is designed to provide advanced educational oppor-
tunities for fire service personnel. Students gain both
knowledge and experience useful to career advancement in
the challenging field of fire service. The program is designed
both for students who have completed Florida firefighting
minimum standards training, and those interested in expand-
ing career opportunities in the field of fire science. Fire Sci-
ence Technology courses are designed to fit into the work
schedule of employed fire service personnel.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

Florida Firefighting Minimum Standards training is «B

recommended, but not required. ^|

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition 1 3

ENC 1102 Composition U 3

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I

or higher mathematics 3

*Humanities Elective 3

**Social Science Elective 3

TOTAL 15

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

Fire Prevention Practices 3

Fire Codes & Standards 3

Fire Apparatus Operations 3

Private Fire Protection Systems 3

Fire Company Officer Leadership 3

Fire Service Instructor 3

Fire Cause & Origin
or

Latent Investigations 3

Building Construction for the

Fire Service 3

Blueprint Reading & Plans Review 3

Firefighting Tactic & Strategy 1 3

Hazardous Materials I 3

Hazardous Materials II 3

Fire Service Hydraulics 3

TOTAL 39

GENERAL ELECTIVES: 6

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 60

*Humanities Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the
General Education Program Guide under Humanities.

**Social Science Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the
General Education Program Guide under Social Science.

FFP

1505

FFP

1510

FFP

1304

FFP

1540

FFP

2720

FFP

2740

FFP

2210

FFP

2243

FFP

2120

FFP

2521

FFP

2810

FFP

2401

FFP

2402

FFP

2301

GOLF COURSE OPERATIONS

The Golf Course Operations Program is designed to
prepare students to become golf course superintendents.
The core classes within this program are structured to help
the students establish and maintain a comprehensive knowl-
edge base with respect to all golf course related turfgrass
management issues. These courses also help the students
to gain a high degree of proficiency in the language of the
turfgrass industry.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

^ONE

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition I 3

SPC 1600 Fundamentals of Speech

Communications 3

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I 3

♦Humanities Elective 3

**Social Science Elective 3

TOTAL 15

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

GCO 1201 Basic Golf Course Mechanics 3

GCO 1400 Principles of Turfgrass Science I 3

GCO 2931 Turfgrass Management Seminar 3

GCO 2431 Irrigation and Drainage 3

GCO 2441 Integrated Pest Management

for Turf 1: Insect Pests of Turf 3

GCO 2442 Integrated Pest Management

for Turf II: Diseases of Turf 3

GCO 2450 Integrated Pest Management for

Turf III: Weed Science for Turf 3

GCO 2741 Plant ID and Landscape Design 3

GCO 2601 Applied Materials Chemistry and

Calculations for Turf 1 3

GCO 2602 Applied Materials Chemistry and

Calculations for Turf II 3

GCO 2632 Golf Course Organization

and Administration I 3

GCO 2633 Golf Course Organization

and Administration II 3

SOS 2102 Soil Fertility and Fertilizers 3

GEB 1949 Golf Course Work Experience 3

SOS 1401 Physics and Chemistry of Turf Soils 3

SOS 1005 Biology of Turf Soils 3

GCO 1743 Golf Course Design and Construction 3

GCO 2500 Environmental Issues in Golf Course

Construction and Management 3

TOTAL 54

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 69

♦Humanities Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the Gen-
eral Education Program Guide under Humanities.
**Social Science Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the
General Education Program Guide under Social Science.
See Turf Equipment Technology Certificate on Page 122.

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INTERNET SERVICES TECHNOLOGY

The Associate in Science Degree in Internet Services
Technology is designed to train students for employment
as developers of Web enabled software. Upon completing
the program, the students will be able to design, imple-
ment, and maintain Web based software solutions. The pro-
gram combines a solid foundation in traditional
programming skills with those skills required for Internet
based client/server applications development.

The degree consists of 18 hours of general education
requirements, and 45 hours of degree core requirements.

There is an articulation agreement that allows this de-
gree to transfer to a university bachelor's degree program.
Please contact the Edison University Center at 489-9295
for further information.

COP

1822

COP

2800

COP

2823

COP

2830

CGS

1100

COP

1000

COP

1224

CIS

2321

COP

2172

CDA

1005

CDA

2524

SLS

1331

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

Internet Programming - HTML 4

Java Programming 3

Internet Programming -

Server-Side Scripting 3

Internet Programming -

Advanced Scripting 3

Microcomputer Skills 4

Introduction to Computer Programming 3

Programming with C++ 3

Data Systems and Management 3

Advanced Visual Basic Programming 3

Networking Essentials 3

Linux Internet Servers 4

Personal Business Skills 3

Electives 6

TOTAL 45

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 63

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalo

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES^

NONE

ELECTIVES:

Electives may be selected from any Business, Computer
Technology, GST, Drafting and Design or student intern-
ships.

ENC
ENC

SPC

MGF

INP

PHI

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

1 101 Composition I 3

1 102 Composition II

(Technical Writing Emphasis) 3

1600 Fundamentals of Speech

Communications (Business

Communications Emphasis) 3

1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I

or higher 3

2301 Human Relations in Business

and Industry 3

2100 Logic: Reasoning and Critical Thinking 3

TOTAL 18

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NETWORKING SERVICES TECHNOLOGY

The Associate in Science Degree in Networking Ser-
vices Technology is designed to prepare students for em-
ployment as a Network Administrator and other networking
positions. Upon completing the program, the students will
be able to design, implement, and manage local area and
wide area networks based on several network operating
systems. The students will be trained utilizing industry stan-
dards, business platforms and operating systems. To en-
able the student to work effectively in modern business
environments, the program stresses the development of stu-
dent skills in written and oral communication, human rela-
tions, management and business operations.

The degree consists of 1 8 hours of general education
requirements, and 45 hours of degree core requirements.

There is an articulation agreement that allows this de-
gree to transfer to a university bachelor's degree program.
Please contact the Edison University Center at 489-9295
for further information.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

Networking Essentials 3

Microsoft Windows Server 3

Linux Internet Servers 4

Internetworking with Cisco Routers 3

Microcomputer Skills 4

Computer Hardware &

Software Maintenance 3

Data Systems and Management 3

Introduction to Computer Programming 3

Introduction to Business 3

Management Principles 3

Computer Keyboarding 3

Personal Business Skills 3

Electives 7

TOTAL 45

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 63

ELECTIVES:

Electives may be selected from any Business, Computer
Technology, GST, Drafting and Design or student intern-
ships.

*Student may substitute any computer course in its place.

CDA

1005

CDA

2500

CDA

2524

CDA

2525

CGS

1100

CGS

2260

CIS

2321

COP

1000

GEB

1011

MAN

2021

*OST

1140

SLS

1331

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

NONE J

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition I 3

ENC 1102 Composition II

(Technical Writing Emphasis) 3

SPC 1600 Fundamentals of Speech

Communications (Business

Communications Emphasis) 3

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I

or higher mathematics 3

INP 2301 Human Relations in Business

and Industry 3

PHI 2100 Logic: Reasoning and Critical Thinking 3

TOTAL 18

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NURSING

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Associate in Science Degree in Nursing (ADN)
program is designed to prepare the student to care for the
clients he/she serves. Comprised of general education
courses, as well as clinical nursing courses, the ADN cur-
riculum incorporates classroom instruction, laboratory
simulation, and clinical practice in the care of infants, chil-
dren, and adults. Local health facilities are utilized for clini-
cal practice, including community agencies, acute care
institutions, and long-term care facilities. Graduates of the
program possess the knowledge, values, and skills essen-
tial to practice in a dynamic and rapidly changing health
care environment.

There are two distinct pathways to program comple-
tion: the Basic Program and the Advanced Placement Pro-
gram. The former is offered on the Lee and Collier
campuses. The latter is available on the Lee, Charlotte, and
Collier campuses for students who already hold licensure
as an LPN, or certification as a paramedic, registered res-
piratory technician (RRT), or cardiovascular technician
(CVT). Both programs are designed for students who seek
immediate employment as general staff nurses, as well as
for those who decide to continue their nursing education
by pursuing a baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN).

ACCREDITATION

The Edison Community College Nursing Program is
approved by the Florida Board of Nursing, 4052 Bald Cy-
press Way, Bin C02, Tallahassee 32399-3252, phone
(850)488-0595. The Nursing Program is also fully accred-
ited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Com-
mission (NLNAC), 61 Broadway, 33"* Floor, New York,
New York 10006, phone (800)669-1656.

ADMISSION

The Basic Nursing Program and the Advanced Place-
ment Nursing Program are selective admission, limited
enrollment programs. Admission to Edison Community
College does not imply acceptance into either Nursing Pro-
gram. Following admission to the College, the student must
meet all admission criteria for the Edison nursing program
he/she wants to attend before applying to that program. Each
program has its own admission packet. Since there often
are more qualified applicants than available spaces, meet-
ing all admission criteria does not guarantee acceptance
into any of the Nursing Programs.

Final selection of accepted students is made using a
point system that credits cumulative grade point average,
math/science grade point average, and number of general
education requirements completed. Applicants with the
highest point totals, who meet all criteria, are offered ad-
mission on a space-available basis. For details regarding

the admission criteria and point system, refer to the ECC
Nursing application packet and/or access the nursing pro-
gram web pages at www.edison.edu.

Students are admitted to the Basic Nursing Program
on the Lee or Collier campuses twice a year. Contact the
Nursing Office on the appropriate campus for applications,
deadline dates, and enrollment limits.

Admission to the Advanced Placement Program oc-
curs on each campus annually.

TRANSFER APPLICANTS

Applicants who have attended another RN program in
the past year may apply for admission to the Edison Com-
munity College nursing programs, provided that they sup-
ply a letter of good standing from the director(s) of previous
nursing program(s). The transfer applicant must meet the
same admission criteria as any other nursing applicant and
must demonstrate nursing knowledge via standardized test-
ing completed at ECC. Transcripts must be evaluated by
both the Nursing Program Coordinator and the Records
Technician at Edison's Registration Department prior to
acceptance as an Edison transfer nursing student. In order
for transcripts to be evaluated, complete syllabi from all
previously taken nursing courses must accompany the ap-
plication. Any transfer nursing student must complete a
minimum of 18 credit hours at ECC in order to graduate
from Edison's ASN program.

Students who have been academically dismissed from
another nursing program are not eligible to apply to Edison's
Nursing Programs..

ACADEMIC STANDARDS

1. General Education Courses

A student must earn a minimum grade of "C" or above
in all general education courses required in the Nurs-
ing Program. General education courses may be taken
prior to entering the nursing program and must be com-
pleted prior to beginning the last semester of nursing
course work. Any course with a grade of "D" or below
must be repeated.

2. Registration for Nursing Courses

In order to enroll in a course with an NUR prefix, a
student must be officially accepted into the Nursing
Program. Any exceptions to this policy require writ-
ten approval of the Director of Nursing.

3. Computer Usage

Basic computer knowledge is required to complete
some assignments in nursing courses. Some nursing
courses utilize web-based instruction. Instructors in
those courses will provide classroom demonstrations
of web-based materials.

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Academic Progression

A grade of "C" or higher (minimum passing score of
77 percent) must be achieved in each classroom-based
nursing course in order to progress to the next course
in the curriculum. A grade of "S" (satisfactory) must
be achieved in each clinical nursing course. Since many
of the courses in the curriculum have both theory and
clinical components and since each is a corequisite of
the other, both must be passed successfully in the same
semester in order for the student to progress to the next
course in the curriculum.
Graduation Requirement

Satisfactory completion of the 72 semester hours of
approved credit with a grade of "C" or higher is re-
quired to graduate.

6. Licensure Requirement

Graduates of this program are eligible to take the
NCLEX-RN examination to become registered nurses.
Fees and a physical exam are required by the Florida
Board of Nursing for the Licensure Examination.

If an applicant has been convicted, had any adjudica-
tion withheld, or has any criminal charges pending other
than a minor traffic violation, the applicant is advised to
seek counseling from the Florida Board of Nursing regard-
ing possible limitations toward licensure prior to applying
for entrance to an Edison Nursing Program. Students with
an arrest record must meet with the Director of Nursing
upon admission to discuss this issue.

NURSING

BASIC PROGRAM

Application Deadline: May 15 and August 31

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES*:

Credit
Hours

BSC 1093C Anatomy and Physiology I 5

MAC 1105** College Algebra 3

TOTAL 8

*Prerequisites must be completed BEFORE applying to the Nursing Program
Program prerequisites are part of the General Education Requirements.
**May substitute STA 2023 or Math higher than College Algebra

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 English Composition I 3

HUM *Any Humanities course 3

PSY 2012 General Psychology 3

DEP 2004 Human Growth and Development 3

BSC 1094C Anatomy & Physiology II 5

MCE 2013C Microbiology 5

TOTAL 22

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:**

Credit
Hours

NUR 1010 Introduction to Nursing 2

NUR 1022/

1022L Fundamentals of Nursing 5

NUR 1023L Fundamentals of Nursing Practicum 1

NUR 1061C Health Assessment 3

NUR 1142 Intro Pharm & Math Calc 1

NUR 1211/

121 IL Adult Nursing I 7

NUR 1511 Introduction to Mental Health

Concepts in Nursing 1

NUR 2140 Advanced Pharmacological Concepts 2

NUR 2260/

2260L Advanced Adult Nursing II 7

NUR 2310/

2310L Pediatric Nursing Concepts 4

NUR 2424/

2424L Maternal Nursing Concepts 3

NUR 2523 Mental Health Concepts Across

the Lifespan 1

NUR 2530 Nursing for Clients with Major

Mental Health Disorders 1

NUR 2810/

2810L Professional Issues and Role
Development/ Nursing
Preceptorship 4

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 72

**Nursing Requirements are currently under revision and subject to

change.

Length of Program - approximately two (2) years after admission to

Nursing program.

Total Cost - approximately $6,086.19. See Nursing Department for details.

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NURSING

ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM

Application Deadline: Contact Nursing Office on respective campuses.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

h Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

BSC 1093C
BSC 1094C
ENC 1101

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES*:

Credit
Hours

Anatomy and Physiology I 5

Anatomy & Physiology II 5

English Composition I 3

MAC 1105** College Algebra 3

TOTAL 16

Successful completion of NLN Nursing Mobility Exam

Prerequisites must be completed BEFORE admission to the Career
Core

Program prerequisites are part of the General Education Requirements
**May substitute STA 2023 or Math higher than College Algebra

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

PSY 2012 General Psychology 3

DEP 2004 Human Growth and Development 3

HUM *Any Humanities course 3

MCB 2013C Microbiology 5

TOTAL 14

NUR
NUR

NUR

1062C
1204/
1204L
1511

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:**

Credit
Hours

Health Assessment & Skills Practicum 3

NUR 1932

Transitional Nursing Concepts 5

Introduction to Mental Health

Concepts in Nursing 1

Advanced Placement Seminar 1

Advanced Placement Credit

(Awarded after successful

completion of NUR 1062C,

NUR 1204/1204L, NUR 1932 10

Advanced Pharmacological Concepts 2

Advanced Adult Nursing II 7

Pediatric Nursing Concepts 4

Maternal Nursing Concepts 3

Mental Health Concepts Across

The Lifespan 1

Nursing for Clients with Major

Mental Health Disorders 1

Professional Issues and Role

Development/Nursing

Preceptorship 4

TOTAL 42

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 72

**Nursing Requirements are currently under revision and subject to
change.

Length of Program - approximately one and one half years after admis-
sion to Nursing program.
Total Cost - approximately $5,218.90

General Education Requirements:

General Education Requirements are included in the
required above course sequences. Some students prefer to
take most or all of their general education courses before
entering the nursing sequence. This is recommended by
the Nursing Program, especially for students who must work
or those who have heavy family obligations.

NUR 2140

NUR 2260/

2260L

NUR 2310/

2310L

NUR 2424/

2424L

NUR 2523

NUR 2530

NUR 2810/

2810L

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OPTICIANRY PROGRAM

The Opticianry Program is made possible via an inter-
institutional agreement between Edison Community Col-
lege and Hillsborough Community College (HCC) in
Tampa, Florida. Edison Community College offers the gen-
eral education portion of the degree and assists in the teach-
ing of the vision care courses. The degree is granted by
Hillsborough Community College. The program is deliv-
ered via distance learning technology combined with cam-
pus based instruction. The laboratory courses are held in
the new Vision Care Laboratory in the Kenneth P. Walker
Health Sciences Building.

An essential part of the eyecare delivery system, opti-
cians measure, fit and adapt eyeglasses and contact lenses
to people with vision problems. Coursework covers basic
ocular science including: optics, anatomy, contact lenses,
and refractometry. It also allows the student to gain spe-
cific skills in professional management, eyewear fabrica-
tion, and dispensing. Clinical experience is gained at affiUate
sites. Graduates of the program are eligible to take state
and national certification and/or licensure exams for opti-
cians.

The Opticianry Program is accredited by the Commis-
sion on Opticianry Accreditation.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

None

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES: ^^

None iH

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

Composition 1 3

Ethics or any Humanities Elective 3

Mathematics for Liberal Arts I 3

General Psychology 3

Introduction to Sociology 3

TOTAL 15

Group I

ENC 1101
PHI 2600

Group II

MGF 1106

Group III

PSY 2012
SYG 1000

Program Requirements (The sequence may vary)

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS:

FIRST YEAR - FIRST SEMESTER

OPT 1000 Ophthalmic Orientation 1

OPT 2204 Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye 3

OPT 1460 Ophthalmic Dispensing I 3

OPT 1460L Ophthalmic Dispensing Lab 1 3

OPT 1155 Ophthalmic Lens 1 3

TOTAL 13

FIRST YEAR - SECOND SEMESTER

OPT 1156 Ophthalmic Lens II 3

OPT 1400L Ophthalmic Lab I 3

OPT 2500 Contact Lens Theory I 3

OPT 2500L Contact Lens Lab I 3

OPT xxxx Opticianry Clinical I 2

TOTAL 14

FIRST YEAR - THIRD SEMESTER

OPT 2461 Ophthalmic Dispensing II 2

OPT xxxx Opticianry Clinical II 2

TOTAL 4

SECOND YEAR - FIRST SEMESTER

OPT 2461L Ophthalmic Dispensing Lab II 3

OPT 1430L Ophthalmic Lab II 3

OPT 2501 Contact Lens Theory II 2

OPT xxxx Opticianry Clinical III 2

OPT 2375 Refractometry 2

TOTAL 12

SECOND YEAR - SECOND SEMESTER

OPT 2910 Directed Research 3

OPT 2501L Contact Lens Lab II 2

OPT xxxx Opticianry Clinicical IV 2

OPT 2375L Refractometry Lab I 2

OPT 2463L Ophthalmic Skills Lab I 2

TOTAL 11

SECOND YEAR - THIRD SEMESTER

OPT 2030 Ophthalmic Board Review 1

OPT 2502L Contact Lens Lab III 1

OPT 2376L Refractometry Lab II 1

TOTAL 3

TOTAL CREDITS HOURS: 72

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PARALEGAL STUDIES

(LEGAL ASSISTING)

The Paralegal Studies Program is designed for students
seeking a professional career in a law-related field. The
program trains students in many diverse areas of law. Sub-
jects include legal research and writing, real estate law,
criminal law, family law, wills and trusts, torts, and litiga-
tion. The Edison Community College Paralegal Studies
Program is approved by the American Bar Association.

Program graduates will be specialists who can man-
age law office operations, assume certain routine duties of
attorneys and directly assist attorneys in handling legal prob-
lems. Other roles may include performing legal research,
developing new procedures, and drafting of documents.

Paralegals and legal assistants may not act as, or rep-
resent themselves as lawyers. Graduation from the Edison
Community College Associate in Science degree program
in Paralegal Studies does not qualify students to practice
law, sit for a state bar examination, nor allow them to rep-
resent themselves as lawyers.

Paralegals and legal assistants should acknowledge the
American Bar Association definition of a paralegal or le-
gal assistant as "a person, qualified by education, training
or work experience who is employed or retained by a law-
yer, law office, corporation, governmental agency or other
entity and who performs specifically delegated substantive
legal work for which a lawyer is responsible."

Students intending to continue toward a Bachelor's
degree are encouraged to choose electives recommended
for university transfer.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Cataloj

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

None

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition I 3

ENC 1102 Composition II 3

SPC 1600 Fundamentals of Speech

Communication 3

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I

or higher mathematics 3

*Humanities Elective 3

*Social Science Elective 3

TOTAL 18

* Courses specified as Humanities, Social Science, and Mathematics must
be selected from courses listed in the College Catalog for AA degree
requirements, under the respective categories in the General Education
Program Guide.

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

BUL 2241 Business Law I 3

CJL 2100 Criminal Law 3

CGS 1100 Microcomputer Skills 4

GEB 1949 Internship Work Experience I 3

PLA 1003 Introduction to Paralegal Studies 3

PLA 1103 Legal Research and Writing I 3

PLA 2114 Legal Research and Writing II 3

PLA 2200 Litigation 3

PLA 2202 Torts 3

PLA 2600 Wills, Trusts, and Probate 3

PLA 2610 Real Estate Law 3

PLA 2800 Family Law 3

TOTAL 37

ELECTIVES: 9

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 64

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PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT PROGRAM

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is delivered
to the students at Broward and Edison Community College
via distance learning technology. Upon successful comple-
tion of the program, an associates degree is granted by
Broward Community College. Lectures are broadcast in real
time so that all sites participate in lecture classes together.
The individual sites manage lab sessions. The clinical edu-
cation component of the program is managed by the Aca-
demic Coordinator of Clinical Education at the Broward site.

The program provides the student with the opportu-
nity to develop technical skills relative to physical therapy
through planned clinical, classroom and laboratory experi-
ences. The graduate will be prepared to provide a variety
of services under the direction and guidance of a supervis-
ing physical therapist.

The core physical therapty coursework (PHT courses)
is offered as daytime courses while general education
coursework may be completed at various times, including
weekends, based on the college schedule. The Program is
accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physi-
cal Therapy Education. A licensing examination is required
upon completion of the two year program. The student shall
be eligible for an appropriate membership category in the
American Physical Therapy Association during enrollment
as well as upon graduation from the program.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis through-
out the year. For mor information call (239) 489-9255.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:
None

Criteria for Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant
Program:

• Have a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

• Complete Pre-Health Science Core requirements prior
to the start of the PHT courses in Term I, August. The
Health Core can be taken through Broward Commu-
nity College following acceptance into the program.
The additional required certificates can be completed
through Edison Continuing Education: Baic Life Sup-
port, HIV/AIDS, Domestic Violence, and OSHA.

Requirements for the Physcial Therapist Assistant
Associate in Science:

• Complete a minimum of 74 semester hours of credit
and a degree grade point average of 2.0 or higher.

• Complete the following courses with a grade of "C" or
higher:

Ail students are encouraged to utilize the Sail Program
prior to FCELPT Testing

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS:

First Year Summer Term

BSC 1005 Intro to Biological Sciences 3

ENC 1101 Composition] 3

CGS 1500 Word Processing Applications 1

BSC 1093C Anatomy and Physiology I 5

TOTAL 12

First Year Term I

PHT 1010 Physical Principles for PTA 1

PHT 1200 Introduction to Physical Therapy 3

PHT 1200L Introduction to PT Lab 1

PHT 1103 Anatomy for PTA 3

PHT 1103L Anatomy for PTA Lab 1

BSC 1094C Anatomy and Physiology II 5

PHT 1 300 Survey of Pathological Deficits 4

TOTAL 18

First Year Term II

HSC 1531 Medical Terminology 3

PHT 121 1 Disabilities and Thera. Proc. I 2

PHT 121 IL Disabilities and Thera. Proc. I Lab 2

PHT 1350 Basic Pharmacology 1

PHT 2224 Disabilities and Thera. Proc. 11 3

PHT 2224L Disabilities and Thera. Proc. II Lab 2

MAT 9024 Introduction to Algebra 0

Note: MAT 90 1 2 & MAT 9020 Sequence accepted

TOTAL 13

First Year Term III

PHT 1801L Clinical Practicum I 2

PHT 1020 Therapeutic Comm. for PTA ._2_

TOTAL 4

Second Year Term I

PHT 2810L Clinical Practicum II 6

PHT 2162 Survey of Neurological Deficits 4

PHT 2120 Applied Kinesiology 2

PHT 2120L Applied Kinesiology Lab 1

PSY 2012 General Psychology .J_

TOTAL 16

Second Year Term II

PHT 2704 Rehabilitative Procedures 2

PHT 2704L Rehabilitative Procedures Lab 1

PHT 2820L Clinical Practicum III 5

PHT 2931 Transition Seminar 2

*Elective Humanities 3

TOTAL 13

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 74

*Humanities Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the Gen-
eral Education Program Guide under Humanities.

108

RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY

The Radiologic Technologist is an allied health pro-
fessional who combines patient care procedures with an
in-depth knowledge of human anatomy and proficient uti-
lization of medical imaging equipment. The technologist's
goal is to produce diagnostic images of the human body
with minimum radiation exposure at a level of proficiency
that will cause the least discomfort to the patient.

The Radiologic Technology Program is twenty-four
months of full-time study. It includes classroom courses
and extensive clinical laboratory experience in departments
of radiology at participating clinical affiliates.

The program is nationally accredited by the Joint Re-
view Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Graduates may apply for the examination of the American
Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) for national
certification and subsequent licensure by each individual
state.

The program has limited enrollment. A freshman class
begins each Fall Semester at the Lee County campus. Clini-
cal assignments are made at hospital affiliates in Lee, Collier
and Charlotte Counties. Applicants must meet specific ap-
plication criteria. The enrollment process includes the sub-
mission of a health report that includes immunization
requirements. Individuals having a criminal record are en-
couraged to check with the ARRT for registry eligibility
by calling 651-687-0048.

Students are required to maintain a 2.0 grade point av-
erage in each radiologic technology (RTE) course to progress
in the program curriculum. Each core course must be taken
in sequence. A minimum of 77 credit hours with a 2.0 cu-
mulative grade point average is required for graduation.

Applications received after the April 30 deadline may
or may not be considered for the upcoming enrollment. For
more information, call (239)-489-9255.

First Round, Application Deadline: April 30

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalo

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

The program prerequisites encompass the successful comple-
tion of the program acceptance process including program-
level admission points, competition with all other applicants
based on academic transcript evaluation and affective skills
demonstration. The enrollment process requires satisfactory
completion of an immunization and health report. Applicants
must have completed all required college preparatory courses
prior to starting the program core courses in the Fall semester.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

(To be taken before or during the program)

ENC 1101 Composition! 3

PSY 2012 General Psychology 3

BSC 1093C Anatomy and Physiology I 5

BSC 1094C Anatomy and Physiology II 5

MAC 1105 College Algebra 3

CGS Computer Science Elective 3

*Humanities Elective 3

TOTAL 25

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

(To be taken following program acceptance)

RTE 1000 Introduction to Rad & Patient Care 3

RTE 1503 Radiographic Positioning I 3

RTE 1503L Radiographic Positioning I Lab 2

RTE 1613 Radiographic Physics 4

RTE 1418 Principles of Radiographic Exposure 1 3

RTE 1513 Radiographic Positioning II 3

RTE 1804 Radiology Practicum I 3

RTE 1457 Principles of Radiographic Exposure II 2

RTE 1523 Radiographic Positioning III 3

RTE 1814 Radiology Practicum II 3

RTE 1573 Radiologic Science Principles 3

RTE 2563 Special Radiographic Proc/Sectional Anat 3

RTE 1824 Radiology Practicum III 3

RTE 1001 Radiographic Pathology/Med Terminology .... 2

RTE 2385 Radiation Biology/Protection 2

RTE 2834 Radiology Practicum IV 3

RTE 2473 Quality Assurance 1

RTE 2061 Radiologic Technology Seminar 2

RTE 2844 Radiology Practicum V 2

RTE 2854 Radiology Practicum VI 2

TOTAL 52

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 77

Humanities Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the Gen-
eral Education Program Guide under Humanities.

Students who have completed a hospital-based program
accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education
in Radiologic Technology and are professionally certi-
fied as Registered Technologists by the American Reg-
istry of Radiologic Technologists may satisfy the career
core requirements (52 credit hrs.) through successful
completion of RTE 1951 -Radiologic Technology Equiva-
lency Assessment. Call the program office at (239) 489-
91 10 for further details.

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RESPIRATORY CARE

The Respiratory Care program is designed to offer stu-
dents the opportunity to obtain an Associate in Science
Degree in Respiratory Care. Upon completion of the pro-
gram, students will be registry-eligible respiratory thera-
pists and will take the National Board for Respiratory Care
Examinations. In addition, the Respiratory Therapist is
employed in the practice of Respiratory Care and has the
knowledge and skills necessary to administer respiratory
therapy to patients of all ages with varied diseases, and to
patients in need of acute and critical care. Respiratory Thera-
pists have the opportunity to work in the acute care hospi-
tal setting, skilled nursing centers, rehabilitation, neo-natal
intensive care, and home care environments. Because of
the local need for graduates, scholarships are available
through the local hospitals and the American Lung Asso-
ciation. A freshman class begins each Fall semester. Cur-
rently, freshmen are accepted each year in June. Class size
is limited by the number of critical care units of clinical
affiliates required for the training of students.

The Program in Respiratory Care is a limited access
program. The criteria for admission policies are available
through the program office or through the Health Profes-
sions office at (239) 489-9255. The program in Respira-
tory Care is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation
of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

First Round Application Deadline: June 1

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

The program prerequisite encompasses successful completion
of program acceptance process including program-level
admissions points, competition with all other applicants based
on academic transcript evaluation and affective skills
demonstration. The clinical enrollment process requires
satisfactory completion of an immunization and health report.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

(To be taken before or during the program)

ENC 1101 Composition I 3

PSY 2012 General Psychology 3

BSC 1093C Anatomy and Physiology I 5

BSC 1094C Anatomy and Physiology II 5

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I 3

CHM 2030 Intro, to College Chemistry 3

CHM 2033L Chemistry Health Science Lab 1

MCB 2013C Microbiology 5

*Humanities Elective 3

TOTAL 31

DEGREE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

(To be taken following program acceptance)

RET 1024 Introduction to Cardiopulmonary Tech 3

RET 1616C Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology 2

RET 1821L Freshman Pre Clinic I 2

RET 1402 Pulmonary Electronic Instrumentation 2

RET 2234C Respiratory Care I 4

RET 2874L Clinical Practicum II 4

RET 2254C Respiratory Care Therapeutics 4

RET 2264C Respiratory Care II 4

RET 2414C Pulmonary Studies 4

RET 2244 Critical Care Applications 2

RET 2714 Neonatal-Pediatric Respiratory Care 3

RET 2875L Clinical Practicum III 4

RET 2930 Respiratory Care Practitioner as a Prof 2

RET 2876L Clinical Practicum IV 5

TOTAL 45

CAREER CORE ELECTIVES:

RET 2934 Topics in Respiratory Care-
Hyperbaric Oxygen Medical/
Technical Aspects 3

TOTAL 3

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 76

*Humanities Electives may be chosen from any course listed in the Gen-
eral Education Program Guide under Humanities.

110

Certificate
Programs

111

Certificate Programs

Specific requirements for each certificate program of
study must be followed. In addition, students must accom-
plish the following requirements:

Requirements for completion of a certificate program.

1 . Earn the minimum required semester hours for the cer-
tificate with a cumulative 2.00 GPA in courses which
comprise the certificate program.

2.
3.

4.
5.

Complete all non-course requirements, if applicable.
Successfully complete a minimum of 25% of the re-
quired certificate course work at Edison Community
College.

Fulfill all obligations to Edison.
Meet all deadlines pertaining to graduation.

ACCOUNTING APPLICATIONS

The Accounting Applications Certificate is designed
to prepare students as accounting clerks or income tax
preparers. Course work in this certificate program articu-
lates into the Associate in Science degree in Accounting
Technology.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

NONE

CERTIFICATE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

OST 2335 Business Communications 3

CGS 1100 Microcomputer Skills 4

ACG 1001 Financial Accounting 1 3

ACG 2011 Financial Accounting II 3

ACG 2071 Managerial Accounting 3

TOTAL 16

SPECIALIZATIONS: 15

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 31

Specialization electives may be chosen from one of the fol-
lowing areas: General Accounting or Tax Accounting.

Credit
Hours

General Accounting Specialization

ACG 2500 Governmental and

Not-For-Profit Accounting 3

CGS 2511 Advanced Spreadsheet Computing 3

Electives 9

TOTAL 15

Tax Accounting Specialization

TAX 2000 Federal Tax Accounting I 3

TAX 2010 Federal Tax Accounting II 3

TAX 2401 Trust, Estates, and Gifts:

Accounting and Taxation 3

Electives 6

TOTAL 15

ELECTIVES:

Electives may be selected from any Accounting, Business,
Management, Finance or Computer courses.

112

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING AND APPLICATIONS SPECIALIST

(BUSINESS DATA PROCESSING)

This certificate is designed to give students the neces-
sary technical training to enter the computer industry in
entry level areas of programming or applications.

Course work in this program articulates into the Asso-
ciate in Science Degree in Computer Programming and
Analysis.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

NONE

CERTIFICATE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

CGS 1100 Microcomputer Skills 4

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I

or higher mathematics 3

ACG 1002 Microcomputer Accounting

Applications 3

SLS 1331 Personal Business Skills 3

**OST 1 140 Computer Keyboarding

or
**OST 1 100 Beginning Electronic Typing 3

TOTAL 16

SPECIALIZATIONS: 15

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 31

Credit
Hours

Programming Specialization

COP 1000 Introduction to Computer Programming 3

COP 1224 Programming with C++ 3

CIS 2321 Data Systems & Management 3

COP 2172 Advanced Visual Basic Programming 3

CGS 2260 Computer Hardware and

Software Maintenance 3

TOTAL 15

Applications Specialization

OST 1110 Intermediate Electronic Typing 3

OST 2714 Word Processing I 3

CGS 2511 Advanced Spreadsheet Computing 3

OST 27 1 7 Word Processing II
or

CTS 1500 Desktop Publishing 3

CGS 2541 Advanced Database Computing 3

TOTAL 15

**Student may substitute any computer course in its place.

113

CRIME SCENE TECHNOLOGY

The Crime Scene Technology Certificate Program is
designed to provide technical training in the field of crime
scene investigation. Completion of this program grants an
Edison Community College based certificate. All required
course work will transfer into both Crime Scene Technol-
ogy and Criminal Justice Technology Associate in Science
Degrees.

Physical Agility

Background investigations

Drug Screening

Oral Board Interview

Polygraph and/or Voice Stress Analysis

Physical Examination

Minimum Age Requirement

U.S. Citizenship

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

None

CERTIFICATE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

CJT 1110 Introduction to Crime Scene Technology 3

CJT 21 lie Advanced Crime Scene Technology 4

CJT 2100 Criminal Investigative Techniques 3

CJT 2113 Courtroom Presentation of

Scientific Evidence 3

CJT 2141 Introduction to Forensics 4

CJT 2220C Crime Scene Photography I 3

CJT 2221C Crime Scene Photography II 3

CJT 2241 Latent Fingerprint Development 3

Electives 2

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 28

114

DENTAL ASSISTING

The Dental Assisting Program at Edison Community
College leads to a Certificate of Completion and eligibility
to take the Dental Assisting National Boards. Those assis-
tants who pass the Boards and maintain continuing educa-
tion credits may use the title "Certified Dental Assistant".
Upon completion of the program, students will also receive
an "Expanded Functions Certificate" which enables them
to perform designated tasks permitted by the State Board
of Dentistry.

A freshman class begins each Fall semester. The pro-
gram is comprised of general education courses, which are
taken concurrently with the dental assisting core courses.
The dental assisting core courses are didactic, laboratory,
and clinical extemships. The general education course work
is acceptable from any accredited college. The dental as-
sisting core courses are offered only on the Lee Campus;
the clinical practice site(s) are in the five county service
district.

The Dental Assisting Program has limited enrollment
due to clinical facilities and accreditation standards. Each
applicant must meet specific criteria which are listed in the
admission policies. The Criteria for Admission Policies are
available through the program office or through the Divi-
sion of Health and Science at (239) 489-9255.

The students must purchase uniforms, an instrument
kit, liability insurance, and books. There are fees for tu-
ition, laboratory, and the national board examination.

The program is accredited by the American Dental As-
sociation Commission on Dental Accreditation.

Application Deadline: June 1

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

The Program prerequisite encompasses successful completion
of a program acceptance process including program level
admissions points, competition with all other applicants based
on academic transcript evaluation and prior degree points. The
enrollment process requires satisfactory completion of an f
immunization and health report. Jj

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

ENC 1101 Composition I 3

SPC 1600 Fundamentals of Speech Communication 3

TOTAL 6

CERTIFICATE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

DES 1020C Dental Anatomy 3

DES 1840 Preventive Dentistry 2

DES 1200C Dental Radiology 3

DES llOOC Dental Materials 3

DES 2830C Expanded Functions 2

DEA 0020 Dental Assisting 1 1

DEA 0020L Dental Assisting I Lab 4

DEA 0029 Dental Specialties 1

DEA 0029L Dental Specialties Lab 2

DEA 0130 Applied Dental Theory 2

DES 0502 Dental Office Management 2

DEA 0850L Extemship I 15.5

TOTAL 40.5

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 46.5

115

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-
BASIC (EMT-B) PROGRAM

The Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B)
Program is designed to prepare the student to become a
competent entry-level EMT-B. This program is one (1) full
semester in length, offered in the Fall and Spring semes-
ters only. The EMS Technology Program is accredited by
the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educa-
tion Programs (CAAHEP) in conjunction with the Com-
mittee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the
Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Purchase of professional liability insurance is required
and included in the program cost. Uniforms are required at
the clinical sites. Uniform requirements will be provided
on the first day of class. Students are responsible for trans-
portation to and from the clinical sites. All EMT-B stu-
dents must be free of all facial hair prior to fit testing for
the National Institute for Occupational Safety Hazards
(NlOSH)-approved Respirator mask. This mask is required
at all clinical sites. (Moustaches are permissible only if
trimmed above the comers of the mouth.)

Upon successful completion of this program, the stu-
dent will receive a Certificate of Completion from the EMS
department and the necessary paperwork required to sub-
mit to the Florida State EMS Office for the Florida EMT-
Basic Certification Examination.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

None

The EMT-Basic program has limited enrollment due
to clinical facilities and accreditation standards. Each
applicant must meet specific criteria which are listed in
the admission requirements. The criteria for admission
is available through the program office by calling (239)
489-9392.

First Round Application Deadlines: Fall Semester -
June 1, Spring Semester - October 1

Admission requirements for the EMT-Basic Pro-
gram encompass successful completion of a program
application documenting the following criteria: a grade
point average ( GPA) of 2.0 or higher, current CPR certi-
fication (either AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or
ARC-Professional Rescuer), and completion of FCLEPT
Testing (utilize the SAIL Program prior to testing). Once
maximum enrollment has been reached, a waiting list
will be created for eligible candidates based on a first-
come first-served basis. This hst will be held in the EMS
Coordinator's office.

The courses below must be taken in the same semester
and on the same campus

CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

EMS 2119 Fundamentals of Emergency

Medical Care 3

EMS 2119L Fundamentals of Emergency

Medical Care Lab 5

EMS 2411 Emergency Department Clinicals 1

EMS 2421 EMS Field Internship 2

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS : 1 1

116

EYE CARE TECHNICIAN

The Eye Care Technician college credit certificate is
made possible via an inter-institutional agreement between
Edison Community College and Hillsborough Community
College (HCC) in Tampa, Florida. Edison Community
College offers the general education portion of the degree
and assists in the teaching of the vision care courses. The
certificate is granted by Hillsborough Community College.
The program is delivered via distance learning technology
combined with campus based instruction. The laboratory
courses are held in the new Vision Care Laboratory in the
Kenneth P. Walker Health Sciences Building.

This program prepares individuals to perform visual
assessment, contact lens fitting and spectacle dispensing
while working closely with ophthalmologists and optom-
etrists. Graduates may apply all credits to the Opticianry
Degree.

NOTE: This program has not been approved by the
Florida Department of Education for transfer to other AS
degrees in the State of Florida. It will, however, transfer to
Hillsborough Community College's AS degrees. Students
should speak to an HCC advisor concerning the transfer of
this certificate to another institution.

The Hillsborough Community College Opticianry Pro-
gram is accredited by the Commission on Opticianry Ac-
creditation.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

None

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

None

CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

OPT 1000 Ophthalmic Orientation 1

OPT 1400L Ophthalmic Laboratory I 3

OPT 1430L Ophthalmic Laboratory I 3

OPT 1155 Ophthalmic Lens 1 3

OPT 1156 Ophthalmic Lens II 3

OPT 1460 Ophthalmic Dispensing I 3

OPT 1460L Ophthalmic Dispensing

Laboratory 1 3

OPT 2204 Anatomy and Physiology of

the Eye 3

OPT 2461 Ophthalmic Dispensing II 3

OPT 246 IL Ophthalmic Dispensing II

Laboratory 3

OPT xxxx Opticianry Clinical I 2

OPT xxxx Opticianry Clinical II 2

OPT xxxx Opticianry Clinical III 2

OPT 2500 Contact Lens Theory I 3

OPT 2500L Contact Lens Theory I Laboratory 3

OPT 2375 Refractometry 2

OPT 2501 Contact Lens Theory II 2

OPT 2375L Refractometry Laboratory I 2

OPT 2376L Refractometry Laboratory n 1

COS 1107 Introduction to Computers 1

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 48

117

NETWORK SPECIALIST

The Network Specialist College Certificate is designed
to prepare students for entry level employment as a local
area network (LAN) administrator. Upon completion of this
program, students will be able to design, implement and
manage local area network clients and servers.

The students will be trained utilizing industry stan-
dards, business platforms and operating systems. To en-
able the student to work effectively in modern business
environments, the program stresses the development of
skills in written and oral communication, human relations,
management and business operations. Course work in this
program articulates into the Associate in Science Degree
in Networking Services Technology.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

MGF 1106 Mathematics for Liberal Arts I

or higher mathematics 3

TOTAL 3

CERTIFICATE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

CDA 1005 Networking Essentials 3

CDA 2500 Microsoft Windows Server 3

CGS 1100 Microcomputer Skills 4

CGS 2260 Computer Hardware and

Software Maintenance 3

CIS 2321 Data Systems and Management 3

COP 1000 Introduction to Computer Programming 3

GEB 1011 Introduction to Business 3

*OST 1140 Computer Keyboarding 3

SLS 1331 Personal Business Skills 3

TOTAL 28

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 31

*Student may substitute any computer course in its place.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

NONE

118

OPHTHALMIC LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

The Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician college credit
certificate is made possible via an inter-institutional agree-
ment between Edison Community College and
Hillsborough Community College (HCC) in Tampa,
Florida. Edison Community College offers the general edu-
cation portion of the degree and assists in the teaching of
the vision care courses. The certificate is granted by
Hillsborough Community College. The program is deliv-
ered via distance learning technology combined with cam-
pus based instruction. The laboratory courses are held in
the new Vision Care Laboratory in the Kenneth P. Walker
Health Sciences Building.

This program teaches surfacing, finishing and other
related tasks necessary to fabricate prescription eyewear. It
prepares individuals to work in a wholesale or retail opti-
cal laboratory. Graduates may apply all credits from this
certificate to the Opticianry Degree.

The Hillsborough Community College Opticianry Pro-
gram is accredited by the Commission on Opticianry Ac-
creditation.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

None

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

None

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

None

CERTIFICATE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

OPT 1000 Ophthalmic Orientation 1

OPT 1155 Ophthalmic Lens 1 3

OPT 1156 Ophthalmic Lens II 3

OPT 1400L Ophthalmic Laboratory I 3

OPT 1460 Ophthalmic Dispensing I 3

OPT 1460L Ophthalmic Dispensing Laboratory I 3

OPT 2204 Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye 3

OPT 2500 Contact Lens Theory I 3

OPT xxxx Opticianry Clinical I 2

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 24

119

PARAMEDIC (EMT-P) CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

The Paramedic Certificate Program is designed to pre-
pare the student to become a competent entry-level para-
medic in the field of emergency medicine. Upon successful
completion of the Paramedic Program, the Department of
EMS will issue to the student the necessary paperwork re-
quired to submit to the Florida State EMS Office to apply
for the Florida State Paramedic Certification examination.

During the Paramedic Program, students will be re-
quired to complete a two (2) week rotation in an operating
room of a local hospital. This rotation is in addition to sched-
uled class laboratory hours. Purchase of an EMS uniform
shirt and professional liability insurance are required. Stu-
dents must provide transportation to and from the clinical
sites as required.

The EMT-Paramedic Program is accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education
Programs (CAAHEP) in conjunction with the Committee
on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emer-
gency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

None

The EMT-Paramedic program has limited enroll-
ment due to clinical facilities and accreditation standards.
Each applicant must meet specific criteria which are
listed in the admission requirements. The criteria for
admission is available through the program office by
calling (239) 489-9392.

First Round Application Deadlines: Fall Semester
(Fort Myers) - June 1, Spring Semester (Punta
Gorda) - October 1, Summer Semester (Naples) -
February 1

Admission requirements for the Paramedic Program
encompass successful completion of a program appli-
cation documenting the following criteria: Evidence of
current Florida EMT-Basic certification (or eligible for
certification-must be Florida certified within 90 days of
beginning EMS 2671), current CPR certification, grade
point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher, and completion of
FCLEPT testing with no DLA hold(s). BSC 1093C with
a minimum grade of "C" must be completed prior to
registration into EMS 267 1. Once maximum enrollment
has been reached, a waiting list will be created for eli-
gible candidates based on a first-come first-served ba-
sis. This list will be held in the EMS Coordinator's office.

BSC

1093C

EMS

2671

EMS

267 IL

EMS

2672

EMS

2672L

EMS

2673

EMS

2674

EMS

2675

EMS

2675L

EMS

2654

EMS

2655

EMS

2656

EMS

2649

EMS

2647

CERTIFICATE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

Anatomy & Physiology I 5

Paramedic 1 3

Paramedic I Lab 2

Paramedic II 3

Paramedic II Lab 2

Paramedic III 4

Paramedic IV 4

Paramedic V 3

Paramedic V Lab 2

Paramedic Field Internship 1 2

Paramedic Field Internship II 2

Paramedic Field Internship III 4

Paramedic Hospital Clinicals 4

Advanced Airway Management 2

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS:

120

SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

The Small Business Management certificate is designed
to prepare students to become small business owners and
managers in specialized areas. Course work in this program
articulates into the Associate in Science Degree in Busi-
ness Administration and Management.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

NONE

CERTIFICATE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

SLS 1331 Personal Business Skills 3

GST 2335 Business Communications 3

ACG 1002 Microcomputer Accounting Applications 3

SBM 2000 Small Business Management 3

GEB 1011 Introduction to Business 3

CGS 1100 Microcomputer Skills 4

MTB 1103 Business Mathematics 3

TOTAL 22

SPECIALIZATIONS: 9

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 31

Specialization electives may be chosen from one of
the following areas: Hospitality, International Business,
Banking, Customer Service or Marketing.

Credit
Hours

Hospitality Specialization

HFT 1000 Introduction to Hospitality Management 3

HFT 2410 Front Office Procedures 3

Electives (HFT or FSS) 3

TOTAL 9

Customer Service Specialization

MKA 1161 Introduction to Customer Service 3

Electives 6

TOTAL 9

International Business Specialization

INR 2002 International Relations 3

BAN 2155 International Banking and

Finance 3

Electives 3

TOTAL 9

Marketing Specialization

MAR 2011 Marketing 3

MKA 1511 Advertising and Sales Promotion 3

MKA 2021 Salesmanship 3

TOTAL 9

Banking Specialization

BAN 1004 Principles of Banking 3

BAN 1800 Law and Banking Principles 3

Electives 3

TOTAL 9

ELECTIVES:

Electives may be chosen from any OST, Business, Hospi-
tality, Management, Customer Service, Computer Technol-
ogy, Banking, Finance, or Real Estate courses.

121

TURF EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY

The Turf Equipment Technology one-year certificate
program is designed to prepare students to become em-
ployed as turf equipment managers. The core classes within
this program are structured to help the students establish
and maintain a comprehensive knowledge base with respect
to all golf course related equipment management issues.
These courses also help the students to gain a high degree
of proficiency in the language of the turfgrass industry.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Refer to specific course descriptions listed in this Catalog.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

NONE

CERTIFICATE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

GCO 1201 Basic Golf Course Mechanics 3

GCO 1202 Basic Golf Course Mechanics II 3

GCO 1211C Turf Equipment Diagnostics 1 3

GCO 1212C Turf Equipment Diagnostics II 3

GCO 1220 Turf Equipment Sharpening and Grinding 3

GCO 1242 Turf Equipment Paints and Painting 3

GCO 1252C Turf Equipment Welding 3

GCO 1400 Principles of Turfgrass Science I 3

GCO 1403 Principles of Turfgrass Science II 3

GCO 1611 Golf Course Shop Management I 3

GCO 1612 Golf Course Shop Management II 3

GCO 1942 Field Training in Turf Equipment

Management 2

GCO 2632 Golf Course Organization and

Administration 3

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 38

122

VISUAL ASSESSMENT

The Visual Assessment advanced technical certificate
is made possible via an inter-institutional agreement be-
tween Edison Community College and Hillsborough Com-
munity College (HCC) in Tampa, Florida. This advanced
program is designed for those students who already have
an AS Degree in Opticianry. Edison Community College
offers the general education portion of the degree and as-
sists in the teaching of the vision care courses. The certifi-
cate is granted by Hillsborough Community College. The
program is delivered via distance learning technology com-
bined with campus based instruction. The laboratory courses
are held in the new Vision Care Laboratory in the Kenneth
P. Walker Health Sciences Building.

This 1 1 -credit program provides training in Safety and
Sports Vision, Low Vision and Refraction for individuals
who have already earned an AS Degree in Opticianry.

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

None

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

AS Degree in Opticianry ^^^^

CERTIFICATE CORE REQUIREMENTS:

Credit
Hours

OPT 2375 Refractometry 2

OPT 2375L Refractometry Laboratory 2

OPT 1225 Low Vision 3

OPT 2376L Refractometry Laboratory II 1

OPT 1666 Safety and Sports Vision 3

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 11

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Course Information

Florida's Statewide Course Numbering System

Courses in this catalog are identified by prefixes and numbers that were assigned by Florida's Statewide Course Numbering Sys-
tem. This common numbering system is used by all public postsecondary institutions in Florida and by participating non-public institu-
tions. The major purpose of this system is to facilitate the transfer of courses between participating institutions.

Each participating institution controls the title, credit, and content of its own courses and recommends the first digit of the course
number to indicate the level at which students normally take the course. Course prefixes and the last three digits of the course numbers
are assigned by members of faculty discipline committees appointed for that purpose by the Florida Department of Education in Talla-
hassee. Individuals nominated to serve on these committees are selected to maintain a representative balance as to type of institution and
discipline field or specialization.

The course prefix and each digit in the course number have a meaning in the Statewide Course Numbering System (SCNS). The list
of course prefixes and numbers, along with their generic titles, is referred to as the "SCNS taxonomy." Descriptions of the content of
courses are referred to as "statewide course details."

Example of Course Identifier

Prefix Level Code Century Digit Decade Digit Unit Digit

(first digit) (second digit) (third digit) (fourth digit)

Lab Code

SYG

Sociology,
General

Freshman Level
at this institution

Entry-level

General

Sociology

General Rule for Course Equivalencies

Equivalent courses at different institutions are idendfied by
the same prefixes and same last three digits of the course number
and are guaranteed to be transferable between participating insti-
tutions that offer the course, with a few exceptions. (Exceptions
are listed below.)

For example, a survey course in social problems is offered
by 34 different postsecondary institufions. Each insdtution uses
"SYG_010" to identify its social problems course. The level code
is the first digit and represents the year in which students nor-
mally take the course at a specific institution. In the SCNS tax-
onomy, "SYG" means "Sociology, General," the century digit
"0" represents "Entry-level General Sociology," the decade digit
"1" represents "Survey Course," and the unit digit "0" represents
"Social Problems."

In science and other areas, a "C" or "L" after the course
number is known as a lab indicator. The "C" represents a com-
bined lecture and laboratory course. The "L" represents a labora-
tory course or the laboratory part of a course, having the same
prefix and course number without a lab indicator, which may meet
at a different time or place.

Transfer of any successfully completed course from one in-
stitution to another is guaranteed in cases where the course to be
transferred is equivalent to one offered by the receiving institu-
tion. Equivalencies are established by the same prefix and last three
digits and comparable faculty credentials at both institutions. For
example, SYG 1010 is offered at a community college while the
same course is offered at a state university as SYG 2010. A stu-
dent who has successfully completed SYG 1010 at the commu-
nity college is guaranteed to receive transfer credit for SYG 2010
at the state university upon transfer. The student cannot be required
to take SYG 2010 again since SYG 1010 is equivalent to SYG
2010. Transfer credit must be awarded for successfully completed
equivalent courses and used by the receiving institution to deter-
mine satisfaction of requirements on the same basis as credit
awarded to the native students. It is the prerogative of the receiv-
ing institution to offer transfer credit for courses successfully com-
pleted which have not been designated as equivalent.

The Course Prefix

The course prefix is a three-letter designator for a major di-
vision of an academic discipline, subject matter area, or sub-cat-
egory of knowledge. The prefix is not intended to identify the
department in which a course is offered. Rather, the content of a
course determines the prefix designation.

Survey Course Social Problems

No Laboratory

component in

this course

Authority for Acceptance of Equivalent Courses

State Board of Education Rule 6A- 10.024(1 9), Florida Ad-
ministrative Code, reads:

When a student transfers among postsecondary institutions
that are fully accredited by a regional or national accrediting
agency recognized by the United States Department of Educa-
tion and that participate in the common course designation and
numbering system, the receiving institudon shall award credit
for courses satisfactorily completed at the previous participating
institutions when the courses are judged by the appropriate com-
mon course designadon and numbering system faculty task forces
to be academically equivalent to courses offered at the receiving
institution, including equivalency of faculty credentials, regard-
less of the public or nonpublic control of the previous institudon.
The award of credit may be limited to courses that are entered in
the course numbering system. Credits so awarded shall satisfy
institutional requirements on the same basis as credits awarded
to native students.

Exceptions to the General Rule for Equivalency

The following courses are exceptions to the general rule for
course equivalencies and may not transfer. Transferability is at
the discredon of the receiving institution:
A. Courses in the 900-999 series(e.g., HUM 2905)

Internships, practica, clinical experiences, and study abroad

courses

Performance or studio courses in Art, Dance, Theater, and

Music

Skills courses in Criminal Justice

Graduate courses

Courses not offered by the receiving institution

College preparatory and vocational preparatory course may
not be used to meet degree requirements and are not transferable.

Questions about the Statewide Course Numbering System
and appeals regarding course credit transfer decisions should be
directed to Kathleen Castagna, Institutional Statewide Course
Numbering System Contact in the Office of the District Vice Presi-
dent, Academic Affairs, Edison Community College, or the
Florida Department of Education, Office of Articulation, 1401
Turiington Building, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400. Special
reports and technical information may be requested by calling
telephone number (850) 245-0427 or SunCom 205-0427.

The website may be accessed at http://scns.fldoe.org.

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Course Descriptions

ACCOUNTING TECHNOLOGY

Enrolled Agents' Examination sponsored by the Internal
Revenue Service.

ACG 1001 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Introduction to basic financial accounting principles and
their application to current business practices for single
proprietorships. Major emphasis is placed on the
accounting cycle, current assets and habilities, merchandis-
ing and inventory, non-current assets and payroll.

ACG 2011 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING II- AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ACG 1001

Continuation of financial accounting principles for
partnerships and corporations. Major emphasis is placed on
stockholder's equity, long-term habilities, subsidiaries,
statement of cash flow, and analysis of financial statements.

ACG 2071 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ACG 2011

Introduction to basic managerial accounting principles and
their application to current business practices for all forms
of business organizations. Emphasis is placed on product
costing, responsibility accounting and performance
evaluation, budgeting, decision analysis, and just-in-time
philosophy.

ACG 2500 GOVERNMENTAL AND NOT-FOR-PROFIT
ACCOUNTING-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ACG 2011

This course covers definitions and operations of the various
funds used in Government and non-profit accounfing: 1)
fund accounting principles and concepts; 2) record keeping
requirements; 3) various tax reporting requirements and
forms.

RMI 2001 PRINCIPLES OF RISK MANAGEMENT-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course covers basic principles and concepts relating to
risk management as it relates to personal and business
environments. The major areas of instruction include
property/casualty, life, and health.

TAX 2000 FEDERAL TAX ACCOUNTING I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ACG 1001 or permission of instructor.

This course presents federal income tax as it applies to
individuals, with limited coverage of corporate tax and
partnership information returns. Students prepare a
comprehensive joint income tax return. Current tax law is
also covered.

TAX 2010 FEDERAL TAX ACCOUNTING H-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ACG 2011

This course is a continuation of Federal Tax Accounting I
dealing with Federal taxation of partnerships, corporations,
estates, trusts and other selected topics. It is intended to
provide the level of knowledge necessary to pass the

TAX 2401 TRUSTS, ESTATES, AND GIFTS:
ACCOUNTING AND TAXATION-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: TAX 2000 or permission of instructor.

This course covers definitions and operations of the various
fiduciary forms of wealth transfer including: 1) fiduciary
accounting principles and concepts; 2) record keeping
requirements; 3) various tax reporting requirements, forms,
and calculations.

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

(See Science)

ANTHROPOLOGY

ANT 1410 INTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL
ANTHROPOLOGY-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course covers the basic concepts and methods of
cultural anthropology. Comparisons between tribal and
statal cultures are emphasized to give a total perspective to
the explanation of human behavior. (I)

ANT 1511 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL
ANTHROPOLOGY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

A comparative approach to human culture, personality and
social systems with close attention given to non-Western
cultures and societies.

ART

ARH 1000 ART APPRECIATION-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

An mtroductory course about the visual arts. Emphasis on
the analysis of medium and technique, discussion of the
social context for art-making, and the recognition of
selected art movements. Includes classes in the Edison
Gallery of Fine Art and includes visits to galleries.

ARH 1050 HISTORY OF ART I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

A survey of the visual arts (painting, sculpture,
architecture) from prehistoric times to the European
Renaissance. (I)

ARH 1051 HISTORY OF ART II- A A

3 class hours 3 Credits

A survey of the visual arts (painting, sculpture,
architecture) from the European Renaissance to the present.
(I)

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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ARH 1950 INTRODUCTION TO EUROPEAN ART AND
ARCHITECTURE-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor; reservation
for Edison Humanities Study Tour.
A combination of classroom instruction with a guided tour of
European art museums and galleries plus architectural sites.
Students are accompanied by the instructor on this tour, and
seminars are conducted in Europe. While the course is not a
detailed survey of historical styles, it provides the student with
an introductory experience to the richness and diversity of
European visual arts. A paper is required and a written
examination is given at the end of the tour. (I)

ARH 2052 ART OF THE WESTERN WORLD-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course examines the greatest works of the Western
visual tradition, highlighting issues of social context, form
and iconography.

ART 1201C BASIC DESIGN-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course provides a basic foundation in two-dimensional
design. Fundamental design problems common to the
visual arts will also be studied.

ART 1203C THREE-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN
(SCULPTURE)-AA
4 class hours 4 Credits

This course provides an introduction to concepts, tools and
materials relative to sculptural form and expression.

ART 1300C DRAWING I-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course is a practical inquiry into the processes and
potentialities of drawing through the investigation of
elements, media, materials and concepts.

ART 1301C DRAWING II-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: ART 1300C or permission of the
instructor.

This course is a continuation of the experiences
encountered in Drawing Iwith more complex problems and
options.

ART 2500C PAINTING I-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: ART 1201C, 1300C or permission of the
instructor.

This course is a studio course in visual problem-solving
through experience with materials and concepts common to
easel painting.

ART 2601C INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER ART-AA (**)
4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: ART 2600C or permission of instructor.

This is an advanced course concerned with practical design
concepts and the utilization of the computer for art and
graphics as a tool, from conception to final hard copy.

ART 2750C CERAMICS I-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

An introductory course that encompasses the basic
ceramics processes, instruction in clay mixing, forming
(coil, slab and wheel), glazing, kiln construction and firing.

ART 2751 C CERAMICS II-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: ART 2750C or permission of the
instructor.

A continuing study in designing ceramic objects as well as
the making of clay, formulating glazes, and loading and
unloading kilns.

PGY 2401 C PHOTOGRAPHY I-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course is an introduction to basic aspects of black and
white photography. Camera, lighting, film processing,
printing and presentation are studied. Technical printing as
well as the aesthetics of photography will be emphasized.
This course requires a manual 35mm camera and the
purchase of darkroom supplies.

PGY 2410C PHOTOGRAPHY II-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: PGY 2401C or permission of instructor.

This course is a continuation of Photography I. Exposure,
negative development, printing, chemistry, composing and
personal expression are emphasized.

ASTRONOMY

(See Science)

BIOLOGY

(See Science)

BANKING AND FINANCE

(See Business/Management/Finance)

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

(See Drafting and Design)

ART 2501C PAINTING II-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: ART 2500C or permission of instructor.

This course is a continuation of Painting I with emphasis on
individual experimentation.

ART 2600C INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER
ART-AA(**)
4 class hours 4 Credits

A practical introductory course utilizing the personal
computer for the creation of art and graphics. Projects will
be produced using the objectives of fundamental visual
design concepts and their application through machine-
generated graphics technology.

BUSINESS/MANAGEMENT/FINANCE

ACG 1002 MICROCOMPUTER ACCOUNTING
APPLICATIONS-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

Microcomputer Accounting Applications is a stand-alone,
introductory computerized accounting course. The course
is intended to provide business students with the basics of
accounting while introducing them to an automated
accounting system. This course is not a prerequisite to
Financial Accounting I, nor is it a requisite to the AS degree
in Accounting Technology.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

BAN 1004 PRINCIPLES OF BANKING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents the fundamentals of banking.

BAN 1501 MONEY AND BANKING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course emphasizes the practical aspects of money and
banking, and the basic monetary theory needed by the
banking student to apply knowledge to a particular job.
Historical treatment is kept to a minimum. Emphasis is also
placed on such problems as economic stabilization, types of
spending, the role of gold, limitations of central bank
control, government fiscal policy, balance of payments and
foreign exchange.

BAN 1605 COMMUNICATIONS FOR BANKERS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This is a course on oral and written communications for
bankers. The first half of the course concentrates on oral
communications, addresses identification and analysis of
the message and the respondent, and focuses on personal
communications trouble spots. Using cross-evaluation and
peer reaction, emphasis is on both the goal of the
communication and the reaction of the listener. The second
half of the course utilizes a "thought pattern development"
approach in addressing the logical organization and writing
of letters and reports. Orienting the letter or report to the
purpose and recipient is emphasized as a means of getting
results from written communications. The course is
designed for persons in lower to mid-level management in
the banking field, but can be applied by all students.

BAN 1800 LAW AND BANKING PRINCIPLES-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides information on banking law and legal
issues with special emphasis on the Uniform Commercial
Code. A summary of the laws pertaining to contracts, real
estate and bankruptcy, and the legal implications of
consumer lending is presented.

BAN 1801 LAW AND BANKING APPLICATIONS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

An introduction to the laws pertaining to secured
transactions, letters of credit and bank collection process.
Includes material on check losses and a broad range of legal
issues related to the processing of checks, as well as
collateral, perfection and default. Case histories are used
extensively.

BAN 1231 COMMERCIAL LENDING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides an overview of the commercial
lending function. It is targeted to management trainees and
junior management, and is divided into commercial lending
overview, the lending process, portfolio management, and
regulation and business development. Some specific topics
include the commercial loan customer, types of commercial
loans, the loan decision process (information gathering,
analysis), cost analysis, control and profitability, and the
regulatory and legal environment.

BAN 2114 DEPOSIT OPERATIONS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course examines the deposit operations of banks in
the context of the U.S. payments system. It explores how
banks operate relative to their deposit-taking activities and
management of deposited funds. Emphasis is on system
rather than product or instrument. Also studied is the

impact of the external environment on determining why
banks operate the way they do. Government rules and
regulations and the future of America's payment
mechanisms are also covered.

BAN 2155 INTERNATIONAL BANKING AND
FINANCE-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course introduces the student to international banking
with an emphasis on lending concepts, international
financial instruments, the Eurodollar market and foreign
exchange conversion methods.

BAN 2210 ANALYZING FINANCIAL STATEMENTS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ACG 1001

This course is a practical means of discovering how
financial data are generated and their limitations;
techniques for analyzing the flow of business funds; and
methods for selecting and interpreting financial ratios. It
also presents analytical tools for predicting and testing
assumptions about a firm's performance.

BAN 2240 CONSUMER LENDING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents techniques of installment lending.
Emphasis is placed on establishing credit, obtaining and
checking information, servicing the loan, and collecting the
amounts due. Each phase of a bank's installment credit
operation is carefully scrutinized. Other topics discussed
are inventory financing, special loan programs, business
development and advertising, and the public relations
aspect of installment lending.

BAN 2400 THE TRUST BUSINESS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides an overview of the trust department in
banks, including how the trust department fits into the
overall banking business, the services it provides, and in
general, how these services are delivered. The changing
role of the trust department is also highlighted.

BAN 2405 TRUST OPERATIONS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

The purpose of this course is to discuss the concepts and
ideas that comprise the various trust functions and to
translate them into workable procedures. The course is
divided into three segments: 1) The securities business,
which gives a firm grounding in securities investments; 2)
trust services, which focuses on the role of financial
institutions in providing trust services; and 3) trust
accounting concepts and functions, the procedures used in a
trust department to keep track of the cash and assets that
move in and out of the accounts each day.

BAN 2511 MARKETING FOR BANKERS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides a thorough understanding of basic
marketing principles and theory and their practical
application to the banking industry.

BUL 2241 BUSINESS LAW I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is designed to develop the student's
understanding of the law as a social force which directs and
guides both business and the consumer. Major emphasis
will be law as it pertains to torts, governmental regulation,

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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consumer protection, contracts, sales, warranties, personal
property and bailments.

BUL 2242 BUSINESS LAW II-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: BUL 2241 or permission of instructor.

This course provides an analysis in law as it relates to
commercial paper, secured transactions, insurance,
bankruptcy, partnerships, corporations, real property, wills,
trusts and other related subjects.

FIN 2000 PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ACG 1001

This course is designed to acquaint the student with the
principles of finance as applied to the operations of a profit-
seeking (non-bank) firm. Major points of emphasis are
measuring needs for acquiring, and using business funds.
Case studies will be used to illustrate the process of
financial management.

FIN 2100 PERSONAL FINANCE-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

A course designed to acquaint the student with personal and
family financial planning. Topics to be covered include the
objectives of personal financial planning, setting up and
maintaining records, budgeting, developing and managing
income, consumer expenditures, safeguarding resources,
investing for retirement, income tax considerations and
estate planning.

GEB 1011 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides a general outline of the nature of
business, including ownership, management, and organiza-
tion. Business operations, such as finance and
decision-making controls are emphasized. The legal and
regulatory environment in which business operates is
examined.

GEB 1949 INTERNSHIP WORK EXPERIENCE I-AA

Prerequisite: Permission to register from the Work
Experience Coordinator, 3 Credits

This course offers a blended learning work experience in a
cooperative program between Edison Community College,
students and local employers. Students may use current
employment of any kind or seek desired employment or
volunteer experiences to incorporate their academic
learning into a real-world work experience. Participation
and eligibility is determined by the Internship Coordinator.
Students in most programs of study are eligible. This course
requires verified work hours and a final summary report at
the end of the internship experience. Each student
participates in the development of an approved individual
learning plan. The student's work habits and experiences
are evaluated by the Internship Coordinator at regular
intervals and a final grade is based on approved criteria.
Students may register for the course at any time during the
semester and are not limited by semester time frames.

GEB 2949 INTERNSHIP WORK EXPERIENCE H-AA
Prerequisite: Completion of GEB1949 Internship
Work Experience I and permission from the Work
Experience Coordinator.

HFT 1000 INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY
MANAGEMENT-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course traces the growth and development of the
hospitality industry. Emphasis on the operational units of a
hospitality organization such as food and beverage,
personnel, accounting, and sales. Various hospitality
organizations will be discussed with regard to career
opportunities, including hotels/motels, restaurants, clubs,
travel agencies, cruise ships, institutional services, and
recreational parks. Current and new management concepts
and practices are presented.

HFT 1050 TOURISM AND THE HOSPITALITY
INDUSTRY-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course takes a cross-disciplinary approach to
examining tourism. The social science perspective provides
students with the kind of practical knowledge that can be
effectively applied to the hospitality industry.

HFT 1210 HUMAN RELATIONS AND SUPERVISORY
DEVELOPMENT-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides information relating to the
recruitment and selection of new staff, the handling of
difficult employees, motivating employees and conducting
performance evaluations.

HFT 1602 ETHICS IN HOSPITALITY
MANAGEMENT-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with an understanding of the
ethical issues in hospitality management, and helps them
develop high ethical business standards.

HFT 2276 RESORT MANAGEMENT-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course offers a complete approach to the operation of
resort properties. Beginning with historical development,
details are presented in planning, financial investment
management, and marketing that deal with the unique
nature of the resort business. The course also examines the
future of the condominium, time-sharing, technological
change, and the increased cost of energy and transportation.

HFT 2313 HOTEL/MOTEL PROPERTY
MANAGEMENT-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course covers all phases of property management,
including pest control, security, parking, maintenance,
laundry, fire prevention, pools, tennis courts, care of guest
rooms and public space, with emphasis on equipment,
personnel and modem innovations.

HFT 2410 FRONT OFFICE PROCEDURES-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course traces the flow of activities and functions
performed in today's lodging operations with a comparison
of manual, machine assisted, and computer based methods
for each front office function.

HFT 2463 HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY ACCOUNTING
FOR MANAGEMENT-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This counse covers the accounting concerns and techniques
necessary for managerial decisions in the hospitality
industry.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

HFT 2500 TOURISM DESTINATION MARKETING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: HFT 1050

This course provides an understanding of the factors that
influence peoples' decisions to select among competing
destinations for leisure, business and convention travel.
Topics include research and development of an area-wide
marketing plan.

HFT 2501 HOSPITALITY SALES PROMOTION-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents a practical understanding of the
operating statement and precisely where, how, and why the
sales effort fits into the total earnings and profit picture of a
hospitality operation. Emphasis is on producing business
profits.

HFT 2600 HOSPITALITY LAW-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides an awareness of the rights and
responsibilities that the law grants to or imposes upon
employees of the hospitality industry, and illustrates the
possible consequences of failure to satisfy legal obligations.

HFT 2750 CONVENTION MANAGEMENT AND
SERVICES-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course defines the scope and various segments of the
convention market, explains what is required to meet
individual needs, and most importantly, explores methods
and techniques that lead to better service.

MAN 2021 MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents basic management principles and
theory, including the history, progress and functions of
management. The relation of management principles to
operations and the management process in business are
emphasized.

MAN 2043 MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS FOR
IMPROVEMENT-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides managerial students with the
theoretical and hands-on training in the process of
continuous leadership improvement through identifying,
analyzing, and solving problems that will positively impact
on customer satisfaction. Management quality is presented
in a manner that emphasizes principles and practices,
including excellence, efficiency, and effectiveness.

MAN 2241 ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MAN 2021 or equivalent recommended.

This course provides students with an understanding of the
human processes in formal organizations, utilizing
individual and group exercises which simulate behavioral
dynamics of organizations. Content areas include conflict
resolution, communication, leadership, planning and
control, as well as other organizational processes.

SBM 2000 SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Small business firms constitute an important part of today's
business system. This course focuses on the need for small
business firms to anticipate and adjust promptly to
significant shifts, customer demands, competitors' actions
and public expectations. Emphasis is on improving the

quality of small firm management and should contribute to
the success of individual firms.

MAR 2011 MARKETING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of marketing principles and their
relationship to product, price, promotion and distribution.
The interrelationship between marketing and other business
operations of the firm is included.

MAR 2141 INTERNATIONAL MARKETING AND
BUSINESS PRACTICES-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course introduces students to the concepts of
marketing which are unique to international business.
Students investigate product development, channel
systems, organizational alternatives, business practices and
customs, and legal issues, as they relate to the world market.

MKA 1161 INTRODUCTION TO CUSTOMER
SERVICE-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides the student with the basic concepts
and current trends in the customer service industry.
Through actual case studies students analyze customer
service strategies.

MKA 1511 ADVERTISING AND SALES PROMOTION-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course reviews all phases of sales promotion including
advertising display, direct mail, radio and television.
Emphasis is placed on creation of the message, selection of
media, and the planning, coordinating, controlling, and
evaluation of the campaign.

MKA 2021 SALESMANSHIP-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study and analysis of the fundamental
concepts of selling and the role of sales in today ' s economy.
Current techniques and vital principles of seUing are taught.
Opinions of sales executives, excerpts from job manuals,
and company materials supplement the textbook.

MNA 1804 APPLIED TECHNOLOGY-AS

Prerequisites: Successful completion of a full-time
(900 or more clock hours) program at a vocational-
technical school with the College District. Completion
and submission of the application (Form No. BT-007)
along with ofllcial verification of program completion
(transcripts and certificates of completion). 9 Credits
This course serves as a vehicle to accept any applied
technology program (900 or more hours) completed in any
of the technical centers within the College District as
specified in the Business Administration and Management
Articulation Agreement.

MNA 2300 PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is an introduction to personnel administration.
Emphasis is placed on staff personnel activities and
responsibilities of line management in personnel work.

MNA 2345 SUPERVISION-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is designed to aid first-line supervisors in
making a smooth transition from expert in a particular task
to that of a supervisor who must produce results through the
efforts of others.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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MTB 1 103 BUSINESS MATHEMATICS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Placement testing.

This basic course involves the study of percent calculations
used in taxes, insurance, wages, depreciation and retail
mathematics. Emphasis is also placed on simple interest,
present value at compound interest, annuities and
amortization.

REE 1040 REAL ESTATE PRINCIPLES AND LAW-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course presents the basic principles of real estate,
property rights in real estate, ownership and leasing,
property ownership, financing real estate, real estate
brokerage and Florida real estate law.

REE 2041 REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE PRINCIPLES
AND PRACTICES-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: REE 1040 or permission of instructor.

This course is a prerequisite to licensing as a real estate
broker in Florida and deals with real estate appraisal,
financing, investment and office management. Students are
expected to have mastered the mechanics of filling out
closing statements prior to registration as a broker. Florida
Real Estate Commission (FREC) rules apply.

SLS 1331 PERSONAL BUSINESS SKILLS- AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is designed to prepare students, business
managers, and supervisors to meet the challenges in the
business world. Students develop the skills necessary to
understand and cope with life's challenges. Emphasis is
placed on business entrepreneurship, job seeking skills,
leadership skills, decision making skills, goal setting,
problem solving, stress and time management, and other
employability skills. It is recommended that students take
this course near the end of their degree program.

SVL 1 1 1 1 TELLER OPERATIONS- AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course explains the importance of the teller in creating
and maintaining good customer relations; summarizes the
requirements for check negotiability and acceptability;
identifies the different types of savings account ownership
and the requirements for each; describes routine and special
transactions handled by tellers; and outlines recommended
procedures to follow in the event of fire, robbery or cash
shortage.

SVL 1221 MORTGAGE LENDING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course describes the role of the loan department and
how it relates to the total organization of the association;
assesses the system of credit investigation and analysis;
summarizes the standard procedures an association follows
to maintain a loan from closing to the date it is paid off;
evaluates the essential characteristics of loans made for
construction; apartment, condominium and commercial
loans; distinguishes between conventional and FHAA'A
loans; assesses the role of savings associations in the
secondary mortgage market.

CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGY

CVT 1200 CARDIOVASCULAR PHARMACOLOGY-AS
4 class hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: RET 1024, RET 1616C, RET 1821L

This course is designed to provide the cardiovascular
technology student with a foudation of the pharmacology
needed to function in clinical experiences. This includes
classifications of medications, modes of action, indications,
contraindications, and their effect on the cardiovascular
system and cardiac patients. The course also prepares the
student to recognize basic cardiac arrythmias, understand
basic radiographic theory, safety, protection and cardiac
catheterization laboratory equipment.

CVT 2420C INVASIVE CARDIOLOGY IAS

3 class hours, 2 laboratory hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: CVT 1200
Corequisites: CVT 2840L, CVT 2620C

This course introduces the student to the specific
procedures performed in the cardiac catheterization
laboratory and the use of the resulting data for patient
diagnosis. Additional topics include aseptic techniques,
sterilization, patient assessment, radiography, pharmacol-
ogy, cardiac wave forms, coronary artery anatomy,
equipment and tools utilized in cardiac catheterization,
hemodynamic data and analysis, right and left heart caths,
complications and treatments that may occur during cardiac
catheterization procedures. Students will practice cardiac
catheterization procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab on
campus.

CVT 2421C INVASIVE CARDIOLOGY II-AS

3 class hours, 2 laboratory hours 4 Credits

Prerequisites: CVT 2420C, CVT 2840L, CVT 2620C
Corequisite: CVT 2841L

This course is designed to tie together cardiac disease
processes with diagnostic and interventional cardiac
catheterization procedures. Students will be presented with
classifications and the use of equipment and techniques
used in invasive cardiology. An in-depth presentation of
various cardiac diseases including coronary artery disease,
angina, myocardial infarction, heart failure, valve diseases,
cardiomyopathies, pericardial disorders, arrythmias, con-
genital anomalies and repair procedures is also presented.
Additionally, students learn the various calculations
performed in the cath lab including cardiac outputs,
vascular resistance, valve areas and shunts.

CVT 2620C NON-INVASIVE CARDIOLOGY
TECHNOLOGY IAS

3 class hours, 2 laboratory hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: CVT 1200
Corequisites: CVT 2840L, CVT 2420C

This course presents an introduction to non-invasive
cardiology and those tests performed in this area. In
addition, normal and abnormal heart rhythms, ECG
acquisition and analysis, patient safety, stress testing,
Holter monitoring and an introduction in echocardiography
is presented.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

CVT 2621C NON-INVASIVE CARDIOLOGY
TECHNOLOGY HAS (elective)

3 class hours, 2 laboratory hours 4 Credits
Prerequisites: CVT 2620C, CVT 2420C, CVT 2840L
Corequisites: CVT 2841L, CVT 2421C

This course presents an in-depth view of echocardiography .
A didactic foundation for echocardiography is presented
with provisions available for further study of this complex
technique including 2-D, M-Mode, continuous, pulse wave,
and color Doppler techniques.

CVT 2840L CARDIOVASCULAR PRACTICUM HAS

18 clinical hours 6 Credits

Prerequisite: CVT 1200
Corequisites: CVT 2420C, CVT 2620C

Clinical experience in all procedures performed in the
cardiovascular laboratories, including use of equipment,
performing tests and patient care as it relates to the
cardiovascular areas with emphasis on cardiac catheteriza-
tion, EGG, stress testing, Holter monitoring and an
introduction to echocardiography.

CVT 2841L CARDIOVASCULAR PRACTICUM III-AS

26 clinical hours 6 Credits

Prerequisites: CVT 2840L, CVT 2420C, CVT 2620C
Corequisite: CVT 2421C

This course is designed for students to gain more in-depth
clinical experience in invasive cardiology including pre and
post cath activities, cardiovascular techniques, hemody-
namic monitoring, intra aortic balloon pump, and cardiac
output measurements. Clinical practice in the cardiac
catheterization lab includes circulating, scrubbing, record-
ing and manipulating the imaging equipment during both
diagnostic and interventional catheterization procedures.

CVT 2842L CARDIOVASCULAR PRACTICUM IV-AS

36 clinical hours 6 Credits

Prerequisites: CVT 2841L, CVT 2421C, RET 2244
Corequisite: CVT 1920

This course is designed for students to gain additional
chnical experience and polish their skills in the cardiac
catheterization laboratory performing all duties involved in
diagnostic and interventional cases.

CVT 2920 CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST AS A
PROFESSIONAL-AS

4 class hours 2 Credits
Prerequisites: All CVT Courses

Corequisite: CVT 2842L

The professional relationship of the cardiovascular
technologist to other health professionals is presented,
along with a basic format for research. Resume preparation
and interview skills are also discussed. Students also
present case studies and receive instruction and testing in
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AGLS).

CHEMISTRY

(See Science)

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING AND

ANALYSIS/ INTERNET SERVICES/

NETWORKING

CDA

1005 NETWORKING ESSENTIALS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: CGS 1100 or equivalent proficiency.

This is an introductory course in computer networking
concepts. Students gain a basic understanding of local area
networks, and networking hardware and software. Network
planning, security and user training is covered.

2500 MICROSOFT WINDOWS SERVER-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: CDA 1005, COP 1000

This course is a continuation of GDA 1005. This course
emphasizes design, manageability, security, capacity,
installation and interoperability of networks, and training
users of networks. The student will learn analysis and
design techniques, as well as hands-on experience in
installing and troubleshooting different networks.

CDA

4 Credits

2524 LINUX INTERNET SERVERS-AS

4 class hours

Prerequisite: CDA 1005, COP 1000

This course examines the Internet services and technolo-
gies as implemented on the Network Operating System
(NOS) of Linux. Students are guided through the basics of
the network operating system, installation of system
software and applications software, and tools for network
and system administration. Internet technologies including
Domain Name Service, GGI bins for WWW servers and
virtual web hosting are explored. Students install and
configure several Internet services including PPP, DNS,
Web Servers, virtual machines, ftp and email.

CDA 2525 INTERNETWORKING WITH CISCO
ROUTERS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: CDA 1005, COP 1000

This course emphasizes design, installation, and manage-
ment of WANs and LANs using routers and routed
protocols. The students install and configure multi-protocol
routers and hosts for IP, Novell and Appletalk. Remote
access technologies including ISDN and V.90 are
introduced and communications servers installed and
configured. The use and configuration of firewalls and
proxy servers is explained.

CGS 1000 COMPUTER LITERACY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is an introduction to basic computer concepts
and computer technology for students who are not computer
science, engineering, or MIS majors. It is an up-to-date
survey of information processing technology, computer
hardware and software systems, and computer applications.
This class provides the background for students to make
knowledgeable decisions about their future in the
information technology world.

CGS 1100 MICROCOMPUTER SKILLS- AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course provides beginning level learning in the use of
modem microcomputer applications used in the business
world. The course is progressive through disk operating
systems, word processing applications, electronic spread-

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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sheets, database management system, and presentation
software. In addition, students receive a basic foundation in
business software applications. (This course may be taicen
as separate one credit courses: CGS 1560, CGS 1500, CGS
1510. or CGS 1540 or as a single four credit course.)

CGS 1500 WORD PROCESSING APPLICATIONS-AA

1 class hour 1 Credit

This course is an introduction to word processing
applications with an in-depth look at several of the more
popular programs currently being utilized on microcomput-
ers. Course content includes how to create, edit, format,
merge, move, delete, copy, extract, save, and print text files.

CGS 1510 ELECTRONIC SPREADSHEET
APPLICATIONS-AA
1 class hour 1 Credit

This course is an introduction to electronic spreadsheet
applications with an in-depth look at several of the more
popular programs currently being utilized on microcomput-
ers. Course content includes how to create, edit, format,
merge, move, copy, delete, extract, save, and print
spreadsheet files to include writing formulas for custom
applications.

CGS 1540 DATABASE APPLICATIONS-AA

1 class hour 1 Credit

This course is an introduction to database management
applications with an in-depth look at several of the more
popular programs currently being utilized on microcomput-
ers. The course content includes how to create, format, edit,
save, and access different database files to include an
introductory explanation of the fourth generation languages
(4GL).

CGS 1560 DISK OPERATING SYSTEM-AA

1 class hour 1 Credit

This course is an introduction to family microcomputers
and how to use the operating system to harness the power of
both software and hardware in a typical business systems
environment.

CGS 2260 COMPUTER HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE
MAINTENANCE-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: CGS 1100 or equivalent proficiency.

This course is designed to provide the student with a basic
understanding of computer hardware and software and the
interrelationship between the two. Students have an
opportunity to assemble different hardware components,
hard drives, modems, and memory chips; install software,
including applications software and system software, and
troubleshoot hardware and software conflicts.

CGS 2511 ADVANCED SPREADSHEET COMPUTING-

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: CGS 1100 or equivalent proficiency.

This course provides the student with a detailed knowledge
in the use of the most popular spreadsheet package for
microcomputers. Students learn advanced programming
techniques using macros, integration of interrelated
spreadsheets, and advanced graphics techniques. Emphasis
is placed on the student's completion of class projects in
areas such as accounting and finance utilizing the various
features of spreadsheet programming.

CGS 2541 ADVANCED DATABASE COMPUTING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: CGS 1100 or equivalent proficiency.

This course gives the student detailed knowledge in the use
of the most popular database package for microcomputers.
Students acquire skills commensurate with professional
database usage in the business community. Subjects
covered include the database environment controls, file
expansion and merging, and advanced functions.

CIS 2321 DATA SYSTEMS AND MANAGEMENT-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: COP 1000 or previous Visual Basic
programming skills.

This course introduces the analysis, design, implementa-
tion and control of data systems for management. Students
study the system development life cycle in depth. The
course includes topics on methods of information storage
and retrieval, forms design and control, system testing, and
security. Topics on cost/benefit analysis and design, and
development and implementation of new or replacement
systems are discussed.

COP 1000 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER

PROGRAMMING WITH VISUAL BASIC-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: MGF 1106 or higher mathematics

This is a hands-on course covering computer programming
fundamentals for computer science, engineering and
information systems students. This course is technical in
nature, and examines language elements, control structures,
input/output processing, file processing and data structures
using a modem object-oriented programming language.

COP 1224 PROGRAMMING WITH C++-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits
Prerequisites: MGF 1106 or higher mathematics.

This course introduces the student to structured
programming techniques using C++ programming lan-
guage. Students learn object-oriented C-h-i- syntax including
arrays, variables, functions, expressions, and algorithms.
The focus of this class is on object-oriented analysis and
design. Course content is achieved through a combination
of lecture and hands-on computer projects.

COP 1822 INTERNET PROGRAMMING - HTML - AA

4 class hours 4 Credits
Prerequisite: COP 1000

This course introduces students to the Hypertext Markup
Language (HTML) and client side scripting. Students
create Web pages using HTML, Dynamic HTML and
JavaScript.

COP 2172 ADVANCED VISUAL BASIC
PROGRAMMING-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: COP 1000 or previous Visual Basic
programming skills.

Students will gain knowledge of various database concepts
and how to use them within the framework of Visual Basic.
Access and SQL will be used to create applications with
Visual Basic. Students will also have the opportunity to use
additional VB events and methods not covered in the
introductory class. In addition, students will gain exposure
to the API, and to creating Active X controls. Theory will be
translated into problem solving and building applications.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

COP 2222 ADVANCED PROGRAMMING WITH C++-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: COP 1224

This course explores the advanced functions of
programming using C++ programming language. Students
cover advanced topics including trees, linked lists,
interrupts, windows and object oriented programming.

COP 2701 DATABASE PROGRAMMING-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: COP 1000

This course emphasizes creation of applications using
Microsoft Access Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
programming. Prior knowledge of database creation, design
and query construction, along with Visual Basic, are
necessary. The course will provide the student with
technical skills necessary to program applications using
VBA and ADO (ActiveX Data Objects).

COP 2800 JAVA PROGRAMMING - AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: COP 1000, or equivalent proficiency,
PHI 2100.

This course introduces students to the Java programming
language. Students create Java applications using object-
oriented techniques as well as Java applets for Internet
programming.

COP 2823 INTERNET PROGRAMMING - SERVER-
SIDE SCRIPTING - AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: COP 1000 and a basic understanding of
the Internet and HTML,

This course introduces students to concepts and tools used
in server-side scripting for Internet based applications.
Students create scripts designed to run on a Web server
using Active Server Pages (ASP), VBScript, Structured
Query Language (SQL) and ActiveX Data Objects (ADO).

COP 2830 INTERNET PROGRAMMING - ADVANCED
SCRIPTING- AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: COP 1822, COP 2823, COP 2800

This course provides the student with advanced study of
server-side scripting. Students are introduced to the Perl
scripting language and students create server-side scripts
using Perl and the Common Gateway Interface (CGI).

CTS 1500 DESKTOP PUBLISHING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a "hands-on" course designed to provide
students with a working knowledge of the concepts and
applications of desktop publishing. The student learns how
to utilize the main features of most desktop publishing
software, including typefaces and type styles, graphics,
fonts and type size.

OST 1100 BEGINNING ELECTRONIC TYPING- AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides instruction in the touch system of
electronic typewriter and computer keyboards and machine
parts with emphasis on touch-typing. Development of
manipulative skills necessary in tabulation and vertical and
horizontal centering is presented. Basic production
problems, including simple communications, reports, and
tabulations are presented. Students develop a basic speed of
25-35 words per minute (WPM).

OST 1110 INTERMEDIATE ELECTRONIC TYPING-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: OST 1100 or equivalent proficiency.

This course covers the application of manipulative
electronic keyboarding skills to business typing problems
and skill building drills. Students increase basic speed to 35-
45 WPM. Mailable production drills, including business
letters, other communication forms, manuscripts, reports,
business forms, and tabulations are presented.

OST 1140 COMPUTER KEYBOARDING- AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

In this course students develop essential microcomputer
keyboarding skills. Emphasis is on touch typing of
alphabetic and numeric keys and symbols. Students
develop basic speed and accuracy skills. This course is
designed as an introductory keyboarding course for the
general student population. (Students pursuing an AS
degree in Applications should take OST 1 100)

OST 2120 ADVANCED ELECTRONIC TYPING-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: OST 1110 or equivalent proficiency.

This course covers the application of previously learned
electronic typing and knowledge to office-style typing
problems with emphasis on mailable production. Students
increase speed to 45-55 WPM.

OST 2335 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101

Note: Basic knowledge of a word processing software
program and keyboarding skills is extremely helpful.
This course emphasizes the importance of conmiunication
in business organizations. Students develop the basic
knowledge and skills needed to solve oral communication
problems and create successful written communication
products. Grammar, punctuation usage and style principles
are applied in preparing written communications that meet
the standards of business. Students learn to analyze a
business problem, organize their ideas logically, and
express ideas correctly and persuasively in written and oral
form. Students compose and keyboard written business
communications utilizing a computer word processing
software program.

OST 2714 WORD PROCESSING IAS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: OST 1110 or equivalent proficiency.

This is an introductory course that develops basic skills in
the use of word processing applications software. Students
will learn text creation, editing, saving, printing, and
formatting techniques using current word processing
software.

OST 2717 WORD PROCESSING H-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: OST 2714

This is a continuation of Word Processing I. Advanced
word processing skills are developed using word processing
applications software. Students learn to work with long
documents, merging, advanced graphic and text enhance-
ment techniques, and software integration.

OST 2828 PRESENTATION SOFTWARE-AS

1 class hour 1 Credit

Note: Knowledge of Windows-based word processing
software is suggested.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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This course is an introduction to presentation graphics
using a presentation software application program.
Students learn the basic skills necessary to design and create
professional-looking presentations.

CUSTOMER SERVICE TECHNOLOGY

(See Business/Management/Finance)

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

CCJ 1010 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course introduces theory of deviant behavior as it
relates to criminal activity. Topics include theories of crime
causation; statistical analysis of criminal behavior, past,
present, and future social control initiatives; and other
related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to
explain and discuss various theories of crime causation and
societal responses.

CCJ 1020 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL
JUSTICE-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course introduces the components and processes of the
criminal justice system. Topics include history, structure,
functions, and philosophy of the criminal justice system and
its relationship to life in our society. Upon completion,
students will be able to define and describe the major
components of the system, and how they interact and relate
to each other. Students will be able to evaluate career
opportunities in the field of criminal justice.

CCJ 2500 JUVENILE DELINQUENCY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course will acquaint the student with the history,
problems, and issues pertaining to the juvenile offender.
Students will analyze methods of prevention and
correctional treatment, the degree of success of diversion
programs, the role of police, courts, and corrections in
handling the offender, and their impact on prevention and
rehabilitation.

CCJ 2930 SELECTED TOPICS IN

CRIMINAL JUSTICE - AA 1-3 credits

This course is intended to explore a wide range of varying
topics in criminal justice, and to provide students with an
increased understanding of the legal and ethical
implications of the subject at hand. Topics to be offered will
provide a broad range of specialized subject matter, and will
be selected in areas of current interest or in highly focused
areas within the field of criminal justice. Topics may vary
from one semester to another. Topics will be offered as one,
two or three credits and can be combined with other topics
for up to three hours of elective credit.

CJC 1000 INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a comprehensive view of historical and
philosophical treatment programs, and developments in the
field of juvenile and adult corrections. Emphasis is placed
on understanding the offender in the correctional system,
with an examination of the correctional client, the non-
institutional correctional system, agencies, and recidivism.

CJD 1706 CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEGAL I- AS

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: Florida Criminal Justice Standards and
Training Commission (CJSTC) Law Enforcement
and/or Corrections Certification.
This course is designed to award college credit for Florida
law enforcement and corrections certification, and to
supplement certification training as it relates to CCJ 1020
Introduction to Criminal Justice and/or CJC 1000
Introduction to Corrections. Students are required to
complete an introductory overview of the criminal justice
system that includes the history of law and law
enforcement, functions of the prosecutor and courts, history
and philosophy of corrections, and theories of parole and
probation.

CJD 1707 CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEGAL II-AS

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: Florida CJSTC Law Enforcement and/
or Corrections Certification.

This course is designed to award college credit for Florida
law enforcement or corrections certification, and to
supplement certification training as it relates to CJL 2100
Criminal Law. Students study substantive criminal law and
Supreme Court decisions as required by the Bill of Rights
and appropriate constitutional amendments. Issues such as
legality of arrest and confinement as well as cruel and
unusual punishment are addressed.

CJD 1726 LAW ENFORCEMENT LEGAL III- AS

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: Florida CJSTC Law Enforcement and/
or Corrections Certification.

This course is designed to award college credit for Florida
law enforcement certification or correction certification,
and to supplement certification training as it relates to CJT
1110 Introduction to Crime Scene Technology. Students
will study the history and evolution of scientific criminal
investigation and analysis of evidence.

CJD 1727 LAW ENFORCEMENT PATROL-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Florida CJSTC Law Enforcement
Certification.

This course is designed to award college credit for Florida
law enforcement certification and to supplement that
training as it relates to CJL 2130 Criminal Procedure and
Evidence. Students will study procedural law and Supreme
Court interpretations as they affect patrol operations,
investigative functions, correctional rules and other legal
issues.

CJD 1729 LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATIONS-

4 class hours 4 Credits
Prerequisite: Florida CJSTC Law Enforcement
Certification.

This course is designed to award college credit for Florida
law enforcement or corrections certification, and to
supplement that training as it relates to CJT 2100 Criminal
Investigative Techniques. Students study the history and
evolution of scientific criminal investigation and various
criminal events. The student will gain an understanding of
the proper techniques for investigating crime.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

CJD 1748 CORRECTIONS OPERATIONS-AS

4 class hours 4 Credits
Prerequisite: Florida CJSTC Corrections
Certification.

This course is designed to award college credit for Florida
corrections certification, and to supplement that training as
it relates to CCJ 1300 Introduction to Corrections. Students
study the history and evolution of corrections and penology
from medieval to modem times. Philosophies and theories
of correctional science and how they may be used in modern
treatment and rehabilitation programs are examined.

CJD 2501 INSTRUCTOR TECHNIQUES-AS

5 class hours 5 Credits
This course is designed to provide the student with
fundamental knowledge of the techniques of instruction and
the role of the instructor in the specialized field of criminal
justice. Subjects covered include the types of liability
associated with instruction, ethics, and the control and
documentation of classroom activities. This includes the
design of programs of instruction, written objectives, test
questions, and preparation of appropriate lesson plans.
Instructional methods and techniques designed to increase
learning in adult students are utilized in this course.
Appropriate professional attire suited to the classroom is
required.

CJE 1300 POLICE ORGANIZATION AND
ADMINISTRATION-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course examines the principles of organization and
administration in law enforcement function and activities,
including planning and research, public relations, personnel
and training, inspection and control, and policy formation.

CJL 2100 CRIMINAL LA W-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course explores the nature, sources and types of
criminal law, including the classification and analysis of
crimes and criminal acts in general, as well as examination
of selected specific criminal offenses.

CJL 2130 CRIMINAL PROCEDURE AND
EVIDENCE-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents the principles, duties, and mechanics
of criminal procedure as applied to important areas of arrest,
force, and search and seizure. Study and evaluation of
evidence and proof, kinds, degrees, admissibility,
competence, and weight is also presented. Rules of
evidence and procedure at the operational level in law
enforcement are covered.

C JT 1110 INTRODUCTION TO CRIME SCENE
TECHNOLOGY-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of the basic scientific techniques used
in criminal investigation with special emphasis on the role
of the evidence technician in solving crimes. While the
more comprehensive facilities of a criminalistics laboratory
are explored, major attention will be focused on the more
limited portable devices available to the small enforcement
unit. Pertinent criminal law and Supreme Court
interpretations are covered as background materials for the
consideration of types of physical evidence.

CJT 2100 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIVE
TECHNIQUES-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents criminal investigation procedures
including theory of investigation, case preparation, specific
techniques for selected offenses, questioning of witnesses
and suspects, and problems in criminal investigation.

CJT 21 1 IC ADVANCED CRIME SCENE
TECHNOLOGY-AS

4 combination class and laboratory hours 4 Credits
Prerequisite: CJT 2100, CJT 2141, CJT 2220C

This course covers advanced principles and theories in Crime
Scene Technology. Specialized collection procedures of
weapons, traffic crash evidence, arson, gun shot residue,
blood splatter, and recovery of buried bodies and surface
skeletons are studied. Methods used in the identification and
documentation of physical evidence, including the process of
preservation are also covered. Data analysis, reporting, and
plan of action development is emphasized.

CJT 2113 COURTROOM PRESENTATION OF
SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CJT 2100, CJT 2141, CJT 2220C

This course covers dress, grooming, speaking, listening and
stress control during courtroom proceedings. Visual aid
preparation and presentations of all evidence (commonly
referred to as "scientific evidence") collected at the crime
scene are also included. Mock trial exercises are used.

CJT 2141 INTRODUCTION TO FORENSICS-AS

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course covers advanced principles and theories in
Crime Scene Technology. The course studies methods used
in the identification, documentation, and preservation of
physical evidence; the forensic value, handling, preserva-
tion, data analysis, reporting and plan of action
development; testing and documentation of biological
evidence; and potential health and safety hazards
encountered at a crime scene. Emergency procedures, as
well as state and federal regulations are included.

CJT 2220C CRIME SCENE PHOTOGRAPHY IAS

3 combination class and laboratory hours 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CJT 1110

This course includes basic crime scene photography skills,
including camera operation and exposure control,
proficiency in relational photos and flash control for crime
scene and evidentiary documentation.

CJT 2221C CRIME SCENE PHOTOGRAPHY HAS

3 combination class and laboratory hours 3 Credits
Prerequisite: CJT 2220C

This course expands upon concepts, knowledge and skills
taught in Crime Science Photography I to include special
light sources, filters and specialized equipment, including
digital cameras and associated software and hand held
video camera-recorders.

CJT 2241 LATENT FINGERPRINT DEVELOPMENT-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: CJT 1110

This course emphasizes the techniques involved in
detection, enhancement and recovery of latent fingerprints
from physical evidence. Chemical and mechanical methods
and surfaces are analyzed and evaluated for proper
application in both theor>' and practice.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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DENTAL ASSISTING AND
DENTAL HYGIENE

DEA 0020 DENTAL ASSISTING I

2 lecture hours 1 Credit

Corequisites: All current semester Dental Assisting
courses.

This course is designed to provide the student with the
ethical and legal aspects of dentistry, principles and
procedures of operative dentistry, local anesthesia,
instrument identification and use, oral evacuation and tissue
retraction techniques, charting, and patient management.

DEA 0020L DENTAL ASSISTING I LABORATORY

8 laboratory hours 4 Credits

Corequisites: All current semester Dental Assisting
courses.

Laboratory application of theory presented in DEA 0020.
Emphasis is placed on developing skill competency for
these procedures. Students develop skills in anticipating the
needs of the dentist and assisting in four-handed dental
procedures.

DEA 0029 DENTAL ASSISTING II - DENTAL
SPECIALTIES

2 lecture hours 1 Credit

Prerequisites: Sequential courses from Fall term.
Corequisites: All current semester Dental Assisting
courses.

This course utilizes the basic knowledge and skills required
in DEA 0020 to increase skill competency levels in
operative dentistry with major emphasis given to principles
and procedures of the dental specialties, including
orthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, prostodontics,
pedodontics, and oral surgery. Patient care, management
and diagnosis and treatment planning for each specialty
area is presented.

DEA 0029L DENTAL ASSISTING II DENTAL
SPECIALTIES LABORATORY

4 laboratory hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: Sequential courses from Fall term.
Corequisites: All current semester Dental Assisting
courses.

Laboratory application of theory presented in DEA 0029.
Emphasis is placed on developing skill competency for
these procedures. Students develop skills in anticipating the
needs of the dentist and assisting in four-handed dental
procedures.

DEA 0130 APPLIED DENTAL THEORY

4 lecture hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: All required Fall term courses.
Corequisites: All Spring term courses.

This course is designed to provide the student with basic
knowledge of biomedical and dental sciences. The
following topics are covered: microorganisms and their
relationship to the human body, facial development, tooth
development (histology) and basic knowledge of oral
pathology and dental anomalies. Specific therapeutic
agents are also be covered (pharmacology).

DEA 0850L EXTERNSHIP I

465 laboratory hours 15.5 Credits

Prerequisites: All required dental assisting courses.
Corequisites: All Spring term courses.

Experience based course in which students go into local -
area dental offices and dental specialty offices (periodon-
tist, oral surgery, orthodontists, etc.) to practice duties
routinely performed by dental assistants under the
supervision of the dentist. Students acquire basic skills in
patient communication, patient management, expanded
functions, basic dental assisting tasks, and professional
development. They will generally gain clinical practice
experience. Students routinely meet as a group to discuss
progress and evaluate their experiences.

DEH 1003 DENTAL HYGIENE I-AS

2 lecture hours 2 Credits

Corequisites: DEH 1003L

Topics covered in this course include extra oral and intra
oral examinations, instrumentation, fundamentals of
scaling and polishing, instrument sharpening, pain control
and record keeping.

DEH 1003L DENTAL HYGIENE PRECLINICAL-AS

9 clinical hours 3 Credits

Corequisites: DEH 1003

This is a competency-based course designed for the
practical application of the theory and techniques studied in
DEH 1003. Practice is provided in the clinical laboratory on
dental mannequins and then on peers. Completion of all
course materials to a specified minimum standard of
competency is a prerequisite to Dental Hygiene II.

DEH 1130 ORAL HISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY- AS

2 class hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: All required Fall term courses.

This course is a study of the embryonic development of the
face and oral cavity and the process of tooth development.

DEH 1602 PERIODONTICS-AS

2 class hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: DES 1020C, DEH 1003, DEH 1003L
Corequisites: DEH 1802, DEH 1802L

This course provides the scientific background for the
interpretation of clinical changes and the complex etiologic
factors that play a role in the initiation and progression of
periodontal disease from a dental hygiene perspective.

DEH 1802 DENTAL HYGIENE HAS

2 lecture hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: DEH 1003, DEH 1003L
Corequisites: DEH 1602, DEH 1802L

This course is a continuation and building of skills in dental
hygiene to include treatment planning, cleaning and care of
implants, desensitizing procedures, and further study in
patient management.

DEH 1802L DENTAL HYGIENE H CLINICAL-AS

9 clinical hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: DEH 1003, DEH 1003L
Corequisites: DEH 1602, DEH 1802

Clinical application of dental hygiene skills presented in
DEH 1802.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

DEH 2300 DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY-AS

2 lecture hours 2 Credits

Corequisites: DEH 2400, DEH 2806L

This course provides information needed to understand the
cUnical usage of therapeutic agents used in the practice of
dentistry. The indications, dosage, methods of administra-
tion, contraindications and side effects of these agents is
studied to provide a foundation in the physical
manifestations to be expected in drug administration.

DEH 2400 GENERAL AND ORAL PATHOLOGY-AS

2 lecture hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: DES 1020C
Corequisite: DEH 2300

The principles of general pathology are studied as they
relate to diseases of the teeth and structures of the oral
cavity. A description of disturbances of development and
growth of orofacial structures will be covered including
classification of oral lesions. Secondary oral disorders that
have oral manifestations are discussed as well as physical,
thermal and chemical injuries to the oral cavity.

DEH 2702 COMMUNITY DENTAL HEALTH-AS

2 lecture hours 2 Credits

Prerequisite: None

The student will be introduced to the basic concepts of
community dental health. Students will be prepared to use
assessment tools that determine community dental needs, to
analyze data collected, to plan programs utilizing this data,
to implement programs, and to evaluate programs. This
course will instruct students in simple statistical analysis,
research methodology and critical review of scientific
literature. Dental health education will be extended beyond
the individual client to the various and diverse groups in the
community setting.

DEH 2702L COMMUNITY DENTAL HEALTH
LABORATORY-AS
3 laboratory hours
Corequisite: DEH 2702
Application of principles taught in DEH 2702.

1 Credit

DEH 2804 DENTAL HYGIENE III-AS

2 lecture hours 2 Credits

Prerequisite: DEH 1802
Corequisite: DEH 2804L

This course expands on dental hygiene prophylactic
procedures presented in the first two semesters. It
emphasizes advanced techniques such as root planning,
ultrasonic and air abrasive techniques, subgingival
irrigation, and antimicrobials. Dental Hygiene treatment of
advanced periodontal patients will be introduced. Methods
for case documentation and nutritional counseling will be
presented.

DEH 2804L DENTAL HYGIENE HI CLINICAL-AS

15 clinical hours 5 Credits

Prerequisite: DEH 1802L
Corequisite: DEH 2804

Clinical application of theory presented in DEH 2804.

DEH 2806 DENTAL HYGIENE IV-AS

2 lecture hours 2 Credits

Prerequisite: DEH 2804
Corequisite: DEH 2806L

This course includes an in-depth study of applied
techniques for patients with special needs and unusual

health factors. It is a continuation of Dental Hygiene III with
emphasis on treatment planning for patients with special
needs

DEH 2806L DENTAL HYGIENE IV CLINICAL-AS

15 clinical hours 5 Credits

Prerequisite: DEH 2804L

Corequisite: DEH 2806

Clinical application of theory presented in DEH 2806.

DEH 2808 DENTAL HYGIENE V-AS

2 lecture hours 2 Credits

Prerequisite: DEH 2806
Corequisite: DEH 2808L

Introduction of new technology in dentistry and state-of-
the-art dental patient care will be presented in a seminar
setting through expert guest speakers and student
presentations of current research and literature. Emphasis
will be placed on ethics, jurisprudence, employment skills,
and career opportunities in dental hygiene. The student will
be provided with information concerning state laws that
regulate dental and dental auxiliary practice, with special
attention given to the Florida statutes. This will be followed
by preparatory information for the Florida State Board.

DEH 2808L DENTAL HYGIENE V CLINICAL-AS

15 clinical hours 5 Credits

Prerequisite: DEH 2806L
Corequisite: DEH 2808

Clinical application of theory presented in DEH 2808 is.

DEH 2930 DENTAL HYGIENE SEMINAR-AS

1 lecture hour 1 Credit
Prerequisites: All previous dental hygiene courses.
Corequisites: DEH 2808, DES 2830C

This course provides students the opportunity to develop
and present table clinics,and document and present case
studies . Emphasis will be placed on topics beyond the
traditional scope of chnical dental hygiene.

DES 0502 DENTAL OFFICE MANAGEMENT

4 lecture hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: All required dental assisting courses.
Corequisites: All Spring Semester courses.

This course provides the student with basic knowledge to
perform dental business office procedures. These
procedures are practiced in rotation through general and
specialty offices during the same semester. These include
all administrative, computer training, insurance, billing,
collections, inventory, recall, and OSHA.

DES 1020C DENTAL ANATOMY-AS

2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours 3 Credits
DA Corequisites: DEA 0020, DEA 0020L

DH Corequisites: DEH 1003, DEH 1003L

This course presents a study of gross anatomy of the hard
and soft structures of the oral cavity, and the skeletal,
muscular, circulatory, nervous lymphatic and glandular
systems of the head and neck. Tooth morphology is studied
in depth.

DES llOOC DENTAL MATERIALS

2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours 3 Credits

Corequisites: DES 1020

This course is designed to acquaint the students with
various materials used in the dental profession, including
rationale for use, contraindications, chemistry and

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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biocompatability. The laboratory time allows the student to
manipulate the various dental materials.

DES 1200C DENTAL RADIOLOGY-AS

2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours 3 Credits

Corequisite: DES 1020C

An in-depth study of the physics and production of x-rays,
the instruments used for taking radiographs, the techniques
for exposing radiographs, manual and automatic process-
ing, mounting and interpretation of x-rays. Dental
radiographic health for the patient and operator is stressed
with sterilization and disinfection. Students practice on
mannequins before working with patients.

DES 1840 PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY-AS

2 lecture hours 2 Credits

DA Corequisites: DEA 0029, 0029L

This course is an introduction to the primary methods of
prevention of dental disease: plaque control, fluorides and
sealants. Emphasis is placed on student development of
personal oral hygiene skills and on patient education
techniques.

DES 2830C EXPANDED FUNCTIONS
LABORATORY-AS

2 class hours, 2 laboratory hours 2 Credits

Prerequisite: DES llOOC

This course is designed to provide the basic knowledge and
clinical practice necessary for the dental auxiliary student to
perform expended functions permitted by the rules and
regulations of the Florida State Board of Dentistry.

DRAFTING AND DESIGN TECHNOLOGY

BCN 1230C MATERIALS AND METHODS OF
CONSTRUCTION-AS

2 class hours, 3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

This course is an introduction to materials and methods
used in wood frame, masonry, concrete and steel
construction. Laboratory work will consist of "hands on"
experience and field trips to construction sites.

BCN 1272 BLUEPRINT READING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is an introduction to the reading and
interpretation of architectural working drawings. Topics
include history of recorded drawings, architectural and
structural details, materials, structural, mechanical and
electrical systems and related building code requirements.
Emphasis is on residential plans.

BCN 2220 CONSTRUCTION PROCEDURES-AS

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course presents practices and problems related to
construction, such as building codes and regulations,
construction materials, construction methods, elementary
structural design, surveys and real estate.

BCT 1600 CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is an introduction in computations for labor,
materials, equipment, overhead, and profit for residential
construction projects. "Take offs" will be made from
working drawings.

BCT 1720 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is designed to study the orderly flow of steps
from start to finish in a construction project. The basic
concepts and techniques of PERT and network planning
and scheduling will be covered. This course will develop
the skills necessary to successfully apply the critical path
method to the construction industry and answer the critical
path problems found on the state certification exam.

BCT 1760 BUILDING CODES-AS

2 class hours 2 Credits

An introduction to the Southern Standard Building Code
and local zoning codes which are laws governing the
construction of buildings. Other documents are discussed
including: National Electric Code, Life Safety Code, state
building codes, testing agencies, accessibility and
governmental agencies which impact on the construction
industry.

BCT 2705 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course will introduce basic legal skills and knowledge
needed to run a light construction office. Emphasis is on
business organization, the Florida Mechanic's Lien Law,
Worker's Compensation, Liability Insurance, Florida
Construction Licensing Laws and State and Federal tax
reporting requirements. Direct and indirect costs of a small
business are identified and explored. The student will also
study questions similar to those found on the Florida State
Certification Exam.

BCT 2715 ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
MANAGEMENT-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Students will be expected to have a working knowledge of
computers, Internet access and a current e-mail address.
This course is an in-depth look at the challenges of
coordinating and managing large-scale construction
projects. Major topics include construction participants,
contracts, pre-construction planning, bidding, negotiating,
inspections, codes, safety, project closeout and conflict
resolution. Emphasis will be on the use of computer
technology as a tool in the management process.

CGS 1363 GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
SYSTEMS (GIS)-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ETD 1320 or CGS 1100

This course is an introduction to the use of CIS and the
commands necessary to integrate databases with mapping
applications. ArcView-GIS software will be used.

CGS 1364 GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(GIS) CUSTOMIZATION-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ETD 1320 or CGS 1100

ArcView-GlS Software is used to study commands and
procedures used in mapping, and developing charts and
tables. Avenue, ArcView's object-oriented programming
language is used to customize the ArcView graphical user
interface. The basics of developing customized extensions
are also covered. It is not necessary to have taken CGS 1 363
first.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

EGS 1001 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MAC 1105 or equivalent mathematical
proficiency.

This course presents an overview of engineering ethics,
certificationyregistration and opportunities in the various
fields of engineering. Students are required to solve
problems in selected fields of engineering. The job market,
developing a resume and portfolio is studied.

ETD 1100 ENGINEERING GRAPHICS I (Manual)- A A

3 class hours, 3 laboratory hours 4 Credits

This course emphasizes instrument use plus freehand
lettering and sketching. Geometric construction applica-
tion, orthographic projection, sectional views, fits and
tolerances, symbols and conventions for working drawings,
and standard representation for threads and fasteners are
covered.

ETD 1103C ENGINEERING GRAPHICS I
(AutoCAD Track)-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits
Prerequisite: ETD 1320

This course covers the fundamentals of Engineering
Graphics I. AutoCAD is used in the solution to the various
graphical problems instead of traditional drafting tools.
Spatial perception, text, orthographic projections, dimen-
sioning, geometric construction, auxiliary and sectional
views and assembly drawing are topics that are covered.

ETD 1541 TOPOGRAPHICAL DRA WING-AS

4 class hours (Manual) 4 Credits

This course describes methods and practices used in
topographical mapping and drawing, and related surveying
methods and practices.

ETD 2350 ADVANCED COMPUTER AIDED
DRAFTING-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits
Prerequisite: ETD 1320

This course is an introduction of hardware/software
configurations required for the automated drafting
environment. The operating system hierarchy and how
drawings are stored, edited, copied, deleted and renamed;
file specifications and protection; how to log in and log out
from the CAD work station (to include remote operations);
and the commands necessary for basic drawing utilities are
covered. Different methods of generating commands are
also covered. AutoCAD software is used.

SUR llOOC SURVEYING-AS

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course includes lecture and field practice covering use.
care, and limitations of various surveying instruments and
related equipment. Students are shown how to properly
record in field notes the data taken from rod, tape,
differential level, etc. Students conduct field exercises and
prepare related reports. Principle subjects included are
leveling and measurement of angles.

ETD 1220 ENGINEERING GRAPHICS H (Manual)-AA

3 class hours, 3 laboratory hours 4 Credits

Application of the principles of orthographic projection to
the solution of three-dimensional problems is covered in
this class. Topics include space relationship of points, lines
and planes and examples in engineering practice.
Descriptive geometry is emphasized.

ETD 1320 COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is an introduction to the use of computer-aided
drafting. Included is a review of computer hardware and
software used in an automated drafting environment;
concepts of how a drawing is stored and manipulated by the
computer; commands necessary to do a simple drawing;
and the actual drawing of a part. This course provides for the
development of beginning skills in the use of a
microcomputer, operating peripheral devices for CAD,
using CAD software.

ETD 1530 DRAFTING AND DESIGN (Manual)-AS

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course covers specialization in architectural drafting.
Expanded coverage in residential design with emphasis on
functional floor plan layout, architectural standards and
construction methods as it relates to drafting is also
included.

ETD 1538 AUTOCAD FOR RESIDENTIAL
ARCHITECTURE-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: ETD 1320

This course is designed to guide the student through the
methodology of constructing residential architectural
drawings with AutoCAD. Through the use of tutorials, the
student plans and constructs a set of residential architectural
plans.

4 Credits

SUR 2140C ADVANCED SURVEYING-AS

4 class hours
Prerequisite: SUR llOOC

This course is a continuation of SUR llOOC to include
horizontal control surveys, resection and horizontal curve
layout. Electronic Distance Meters (EDM) equipment is
introduced.

ECOLOGY

(See Science)

ECONOMICS

ECO 2013 ECONOMICS I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents an introduction to economic theory,
accounting, analytical and policy aspects of the national
income with emphasis on the theory of income
determination; analysis of the money and banking system;
survey of growth theory and policies. Emphasis is placed on
macroeconomics.

ECO 2023 ECONOMICS II-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course acquaints the student with the structure and
operation of the market system. Emphasis is placed on
microeconomics, which is presented not only as a
formalized logical way of thinking but also as a model with
which to understand and analyze human behavior. Students
learn to apply an analytical approach to the study of how
individuals, businesses and societies deal with the
fundamental problem of scarce resources.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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EDUCATION

EDF 2005 INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This is the first in a series of required courses for the
education student. It explores the American school system,
its historical and traditional influences; significance of
education; educational opportunities; educational require-
ments and standards.
Required field experience: 15 hours.

EDG 2701 TEACHING DIVERSE POPULATIONS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is an introduction to the value of diversity in
American society and its role in the educational system. It
focuses on providing prospective teachers with knowledge
about students in our schools who are from different ethnic,
racial, cultural, and/or linguistic backgrounds or who
represent other categories of diversity. (I)
Required field experience: 15 hours.

EME 2040 INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATIONAL
TECHNOLOGY-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides applied instruction in the use of
technology in an educational setting. Media includes
computers, information technology, presentation technol-
ogy, and educational software. Ethical, legal, and social
issues regarding educational technology are examined.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

EMS 1810 EMS EQUIVALENCY ASSESSMENT

1 Credit

This course is designed to assist Florida certified EMT-
Basic and/or Paramedics who desire to earn an AS in
Emergency Medical Services Technology. Enrollment for
this course is restricted to students who have taken a
minimum of 15 credit hours at ECC, EMT-Basic or
Paramedic programs at agencies other than a community
college or university, and are currently Florida certified as
an EMT-B or Paramedic.

EMS 2119 FUNDAMENTALS OF EMERGENCY
MEDICAL CARE-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Corequisites: EMS 2119L, EMS 2421, EMS 2411

Introductory survey of emergency medical services
including medical-legal-ethical aspects; techniques of
CPR, extrication, management of trauma and administra-
tion of appropriate emergency medical care. Upon
successful completion of the EMT-Basic Certificate
Program, students receive a certificate of course completion
and are eligible to take the Florida State EMT-Basic
certification examination.

EMS 2119L FUNDAMENTALS OF EMERGENCY
MEDICAL CARE LAB-AS

6 laboratory hours 5 Credits

Corequisites: EMS 2119, EMS 2411, EMS 2421

This course presents practical applications of the didactic
instruction received in EMS 21 19 to include medical, legal
and ethical aspects; techniques of CPR, semi-automatic
external defibrillation, extrication, management of trauma
and medical emergencies, and administration of appropri-

ate emergency medical care. Discussion and application of
basic computer skills in the health care setting is also
covered.

EMS 2411 EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
CLINICALS-AS

0 class hours (30 contact hours) 1 Credit

Corequisites: EMS 2119, EMS 2119L, EMS 2421

In this course paramedic students rotate through various
emergency room departments at local hospitals observing
and performing basic life support skills under the direct
supervision of an assigned preceptor.

EMS 2421 EMS FIELD INTERNSHIP-AS

0 class hours (76 contact hours) 2 Credits

Corequisites: EMS 2119, EMS 2119L, EMS 2411

This course is designed to provide the EMT-Basic student
with exposure to pre-hospital emergency medicine. It
provides 72 seventy-two hours of basic life support training
with an Advanced Life Support agency and 4 hours of
observation in a 91 1 Dispatch/Communication center.

EMS 2671 PARAMEDIC IAS

6 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: BSC 1093C
Corequisites: EMS 2671L, EMS 2654

This course introduces the roles and responsibilities of the
paramedic. Medical, legal and ethical issues are explored.
General principles of pathophysiology, pharmacology and
shock and fluids are presented.

EMS 2671L PARAMEDIC I LAB-AS

12 laboratory hours 2 Credits

Corequisites: EMS 2671, EMS 2654

This course presents practical applications of the didactic
instruction received in EMS 2671 to include role of the
paramedic in the health care delivery system, duties and
responsibilities. Shock assessment and management,
medication administration, and IV therapy are also covered.

EMS 2672 PARAMEDIC II-AS

6 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: EMS 2671, EMS 2671L
Corequisites: EMS 2672L, EMS 2654

This course presents an introduction to advanced patient
assessment, clinical decisions, communications and
documentation. Discussion of the respiratory system and
assessment/treatment of respiratory distress is also covered.

EMS 2672L PARAMEDIC II LAB-AS

12 laboratory hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: EMS 2671, EMS 2671L
Corequisites: EMS 2672, EMS 2654
This course presents practical applications of the didactic
instruction received in EMS 2672 to include advanced
patient assessment, clinical decisions, communications and
documentation. Assessment and treatment of the respira-
tory distress patient is also addressed.

EMS 2673 PARAMEDIC III-AS

8 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisites: EMS 2672, EMS 2672L
Corequisites: EMS 2655, EMS 2649

This course will discuss the anatomy, physiology, and
pathophysiology of the cardiovascular system; identifica-
tion of dysrhythmia and 12 Lead EKG interpretation.
Assessment and management of the patient with suspected
cardiovascular emergencies.

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(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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EMS 2674 PARAMEDIC IV-AS

8 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: EMS 2673
Corequisite: EMS 2649, EMS 2655

This course presents a discussion of tiie anatomy and
physiology of the nervous, integumentary and musculo-
siceletal systems. Pathophysiology and management of
patients presenting with diseases and trauma to these
systems, as well as identification and management of
trauma and medical emergencies are also covered.

EMS 2675 PARAMEDIC V-AS

6 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: EMS 2674, EMS 2655, EMS 2649
Corequisites: EMS 2675L, EMS 2656

This course presents information on the reproductive
system, patient assessment and management of obstetrical
and gynecological emergencies. Handling of patients with
special challenges, acute interventions for chronic care
patients and management of abuse and assault is also
covered. Upon successful completion, students receive a
certificate of course completion and are eligible to take the
Florida State Paramedic Certification Examination.

EMS 2675L PARAMEDIC V LAB-AS

12 laboratory hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: EMS 2674, EMS 2655, EMS 2649
Corequisites: EMS 2675, EMS 2656
This course is a practical application of the didactic
instruction received in EMS 2675 to include patient
assessment and management of obstetrical and gynecologi-
cal emergencies. Assessment based management for the
medical and trauma patient of all age groups. Medical
Incident Command, rescue operations, hazardous material
awareness, and crime scene management are also covered.

EMS 2647 ADVANCED AIRWAY MANAGEMENT-AS

0 class hours (80 contact hours) 3 Credits

Prerequisites: EMS 2671, EMS 2671L
Corequisites: Concurrent Enrollment in the
Paramedic Certificate Program.

In this course paramedic students rotate through the
operating room in a local hospital. The student is supervised
by an anesthesiologist and/or CRNA while observing/
performing intubations. A minimum of 30 successful
intubations and/or demonstration of skill mastery is
required.

EMS 2649 PARAMEDIC HOSPITAL CLINICALS-AS

180 contact hours and hospital orientations 4 Credits
Prerequisites: EMS 2672, EMS 2672L, EMS 2654
Corequisites: EMS 2673, EMS 2674, EMS 2655

In this course paramedic students rotate through various
departments of the local hospitals, performing paramedic
skills under the direct supervision of the clinical instructor
and/or assigned preceptor. The EMS Clinical Coordinator
or designee provides clinical schedules. Students are
responsible for transportation to and from clinical sites.

EMS 2654 PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP IAS

0 class hours (72 contact hours) 2 Credits

Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Paramedic

Certificate Program.

Corequisites: EMS 2671, EMS 2671L

This course involves ride experiences with an Advanced

Life Support Provider. It provides the beginning paramedic

student an opportunity to master basic life support skills and

therapeutic communications. Seventy-two hours of

learning experience in a work environment are required.
Enrollment is restricted to those students with concurrent
enrollment in the paramedic program.

EMS 2655 PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP HAS

0 class hours (72 contact hours) 2 Credits

Prerequisite: EMS 2654
Corequisite: EMS 2673

This course involves ride experiences with an Advanced
Life Support Provider. It provides the intermediate
paramedic student an opportunity to perform advanced
patient assessments, venous access and medication
administration. Seventy-two hours of learning experience
in a work environment are required. Enrollment is restricted
to those students with concurrent enrollment in the
paramedic program.

EMS 2656 PARAMEDIC FIELD INTERNSHIP HI -AS

16 class hours and 400 contact hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: EMS 2655
Corequisites: EMS 2675, EMS 2675L
This course involves ride experiences with an Advanced
Life Support Provider. It provides basic and advanced life
support training with an ALS agency. Four hundred hours
of learning experience in a work environment are required.
Enrollment is restricted to those students with concurrent
enrollment in the paramedic program

ENGLISH LANGUAGE
AND LITERATURE

AML 2010 LITERATURE OF THE UNITED STATES I,
TO 1860- A A

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101

This course is a survey of the literature of the United States
from Native American Oral Traditions to the Civil War. It
centers on authors, texts, and the historical and cultural
contexts of each period.

AML 2020 LITERATURE OF THE UNITED STATES H,
1860 TO PRESENT-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101

This course is a survey of the literature of the United States
from the Civil War to the present. It centers on authors,
texts, and the historical and cultural contexts of each period.

CRW 2100 CREATIVE WRITING-AA (**)

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101

This course is designed to develop and enhance a student's
ability to use conventional techniques of imaginative
writing. Emphasis is placed on creation of character,
setting, style, and narrative structure. Analysis and
evaluation of student writing is offered throughout the
course. Writing intensive.

CRW 2103 CREATIVE WRITING II-AA (**)

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: CRW 2100, ENC 1101

This course is for students who have successfully
completed CRW 2100 and wish advanced study in the
writing of fiction, poetry, or drama with intensive critical
review on a major project, to experience writing for and
leading workshops, performing and critiquing readings, as
well as comparative study of literature.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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EAP 1 101 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
SPEECH/LISTENING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing or Permission of Associate
District Dean of Academic Support Programs.

This course is aimed at non-native students of English who
wish to acquire pronunciation, Hstening and speaicing
abilities in American English. Level: Beginning.

EAP 1121 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
READING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing or Permission of Associate
District Dean of Academic Support Programs.

This course is designed for non-native students of English
who wish to acquire basic reading strategies. Level:
Beginning.

EAP 1141 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
WRITING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing or Permission of Associate
District Dean of Academic Support Programs.

This course is intended for non-native students of English
who wish to acquire writing abilities in American English at
the elementary level.

EAP 1161 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
GRAMMAR

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing or Permission of Associate
District Dean of Academic Support Programs.
This course is designed for non-native students of English
who wish to develop the ability to understand and use the
basic grammatical structures of American Enghsh. Level:
Beginning.

EAP 1201 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
SPEECH/LISTENING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing or Permission of Associate
District Dean of Academic Support Programs.
This course is aimed at non-native students of English who
wish to develop pronunciation, listening and speaking
abilities in American English. Level: High Beginning.

EAP 1221 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
READING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: EAP 1140, Testing or Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

Non-native students of English will be provided with the
necessary elements to develop writing strategies at the high
beginning level.

EAP 1241 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
WRITING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing or Permission of Associate
District Dean of Academic Support Programs.

This course is intended for non-native students of English
who wish to acquire writing abilities in American English at
the elementary level.

EAP 1261 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
GRAMMAR

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: EAP 1 160, Testing or Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

The aim of this course is to help non-native students of
English reinforce and develop their grammatical compe-
tence at the high beginning level.

EAP 1301 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
SPEECH/LISTENING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing or Permission of Associate
District Dean of Academic Support Programs.
This course will help non-native students of English to
develop listening and speaking abilities for academic
purposes. Level; Intermediate.

EAP 1321 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
READING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: EAP 1221, Testing or Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

This course is designed for non-native students of English
who wish to develop reading strategies for academic
purposes. Level: Intermediate.

EAP 1341 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
WRITING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: EAP 1240, Testing or Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

This course is intended for non-native students of English
who wish to develop their writing ability for business or
academic purposes. Level: Intermediate.

EAP 1361 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
GRAMMAR

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: EAP 1260, Testing or Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

The aim of this course is to provide non-native students of
American English with the linguistic elements necessary to
develop grammatical competence at the intermediate level.

EAP 1401 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
SPEECH/LISTENING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing or Permission of Associate
District Dean of Academic Support Programs.

This course is designed for non-native students of English
who wish to develop listening and speaking abilities for
academic purposes. Level: High Intermediate.

EAP 1421 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
READING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: EAP 1321, Testing or Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

The aim of this course is to help non-native students of
English to develop reading strategies for academic
purposes. Level: High Intermediate.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

EAP 1441 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
WRITING

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: EAP 1340, Testing or Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

This course is intended for non-native students of English
who wish to further develop their writing ability at the
intermediate level. Level: Upper Intermediate.

EAP 1461 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES,
GRAMMAR

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: EAP 1360, Testing or Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

This course is intended for non-native students of American
English who wish to perfect their linguistic competence of
the language at the upper intermediate level.

ENC 9010 DEVELOPING THE PARAGRAPH (*)

6 class and laboratory hours 6 Credits

Prerequisite: Placement Testing or Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

This is a lecture/laboratory course with emphasis on
grammar usage, capitalization, sentence structure, and
paragraph development. This course is required for students
entering the College Preparatory Program who have a basic
background of the language but need to practice usage,
mechanics, and organizational skills. Successful comple-
tion of this course is a prerequisite for ENC 9020.

ENC 9020 COLLEGE WRITING SKILLS (*)

6 class and laboratory hours 6 Credits

Prerequisite: Placement Testing or Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

This is a lecture/laboratory course with emphasis on
grammatical concepts and usage, punctuation, word choice,
and paragraph and essay development. This course is
required of all students who need to develop basic writing
and thinking skills before entering ENC 1101. Completion
of this course with a grade of "C" or better is a prerequisite
for ENC 1 101. A state exit test must be passed to exit this
course

ENC 9021 INTRODUCTION TO COMPOSITION (*)

6 class and laboratory hours 6 Credits

Prerequisites: Placement Testing, Grade Lower Than
"C" in ENC 9020, Permission of Associate District
Dean of Academic Support Programs.
This course is designed to help students practice and
improve their writing skills, with special emphasis on
planning, writing and editing in-class, time-limited
paragraphs and essays in preparation for success in college
level courses. A state exit test must be passed to exit this
course.

ENC 1101 COMPOSITION I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: Placement Testing or ENC 9020.

A course in essay writing designed to develop skill in
paragraph construction and methods of presentation. The
course includes practice in critical reading and analysis of
texts as well as an introduction to researching and properly
documenting sources using MLA format, composing and
editing an essay using a word-processing program,

accessing information from the World Wide Web, and
understanding the differences between electronic databases
and the Web. If completed with a grade of "C" or better,
ENC 1101 serves to demonstrate competence in the basic
use of computers, and partially fulfills the six-credit
communications requirement for the AA degree. This
course requires a minimum of 6,000 words of writing. If
completed with a grade of "C" or better, this course serves
to demonstrate competence in written communication.

ENC 1102 COMPOSITION H-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101 (minimum grade of "C") or
equivalent.

Advanced instruction in expository and other modes of
prose writing, including the preparation and writing of a
full-length research paper. Concentration according to
section on rhetoric and the essay, writing about literature,
technical writing, or creative writing; students may choose
special interest. If completed with a grade of "C" or better,
ENC 1102 partially fulfills the 6 credit English
Composition requirement for the AA degree. This course
requires a minimum of 6,000 words of writing. If completed
with a grade of "C" or better, this course serves to
demonstrate competence in written communication.

ENL 2012 BRITISH LITERATURE & CULTURE I

TO 1780-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101

This course is a survey of the literature of Great Britain and
its influence on culture from medieval times through the
late eighteenth century. Readings include selections from
Chaucer, Shakespeare, Milton and others. (I)

ENL 2022 BRITISH LITERATURE & CULTURE H,
1780 TO PRESENT-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101

This course is a survey of the literature of Great Britain as
it influenced culture from the early romantic period to the
present day. Readings include selections from Wordsworth,
Dickens, T.S. Eliot, and others. (I)

LIT

2090 CONTEMPORARY LITERATURE-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101

This course presents an examination of themes and ideas

reflected in the writings of award winning American fiction

writers published since 1980.

2110 WORLD LITERATURE I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101

This course presents a study of great works of literature, and
recurrent themes and ideas, including literature of the
Greeks, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance. (I)

2120 WORLD LITERATURE II-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101

This course presents a study of great works of literature, and
recurrent themes and ideas from the late 17th century
through the modem period. (I)

ENVIROMENTAL SCIENCE

(See Science)

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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FINANCE

(See Business/Management/Finance)

FIRE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY

FFP 1304 FIRE APPARATUS OPERATIONS- AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of driving laws and driving
techniques for fire equipment; construction and operation
of a pumping engine ladder truck; aerial platforms;
specialized equipment and vehicles; apparatus mainte-
nance; and an aerial apparatus operator course. Meets
course requirements for Florida State Pump Operator
Certification.

FFP 1505 FIRE PREVENTION PRACTICES-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a survey of the principles of fire prevention
and investigation; a study of fire hazards in various
occupancies; a review of fire prevention codes; a study of
procedures and techniques of fire prevention inspection to
include, surveying and mapping, recognition and elimina-
tion of fire hazards, public relations, methods of
determining the area of fire origin, fire cause, fire spread
and location, and preservation of evidence. Meets course
requirements for Florida State Fire Company Officer or Fire
Inspector Certification.

FFP 1510 FIRE CODES & STANDARDS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of the codes and standards for
building construction which are used to identify and prevent
design deficiencies responsible for the spread of fire, heat,
and smoke in existing and new buildings. Meets course
requirements for Florida State Fire Inspector Certification.

FFP 1540 PRIVATE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a survey of fire protection systems and
domestic water supply. The operational feature and
functional characteristics of fire detection and suppression
systems and devices is studied. Meets course requirements
for Florida State Fire Company Officer or Fire Inspector
Certification.

FFP 2120 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FOR THE FIRE
SERVICE-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of the various complexities of
building construction and the effect on fire detection,
inspection, prevention, safety and suppression; definitions
and terminology used in construction. The course includes
a study of the structural engineering principles which affect
the behavior of buildings on fire. Meets course
requirements for Florida State Fire Inspector Certification
or Florida State Fire Company Officer.

FFP 2210 FIRE CAUSE & ORIGIN-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents an examination of sources of ignition,
investigation of structure fires, grass/wildland fires,
automobile, motor vehicle and ship fires, electrical causes
of fires, clothing and fabric tires, documentation of the fire
scene, alarm and detection systems and the storage,
handling, and use of hazardous materials. The course is
designed to enhance the investigation, detection and

determination of the cause and origin of fire. Meets course
requirements for Florida State Arson Investigator
Certification.

FFP 2243 LATENT INVESTIGATIONS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course examines explosives and explosive combustion,
chemical fires and hazardous materials, resources for
investigating fires, fire related deaths and injuries, arson as a
crime, arson law, report writing, courtroom testimony and
citations. The course is designed to enhance the investigation,
detection, and determination of the cause and origin of fire.
Meets course requirements for Florida State Arson
Investigator Certification.

FFP 2301 FIRE SERVICE HYDRAULICS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of how good fire streams are developed;
a study of properties of water, distribution of pressures in
dynamic and static systems; friction loss in hoses and pif)es,
and factors which influence water loss. Meets course
requirements for Florida State Pump Operator Certification.

FFP 2401 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IAS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of the chemical characteristics and
reaction of materials in emergency situations, especially
thermal destruction. These materials may be in the storage,
handling or transportation stage of industrial process.
Materials to be studied include flammable liquids,
combustible solids, radioactive compounds, and oxidizing
and corrosive materials.

FFP 2402 HAZARDOUS MATERLVLS HAS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: FFP 2401

This course is a study of the increasing number of
hazardous materials incidents occurring each year, the
various methods of transporting and storing hazardous
materials and basic tactics used in a hazardous materials
situation.

FFP 2521 BLUEPRINT READING & PLANS
REVIEW-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of all aspects of blueprint reading
which enable the individual to better perform the duties of
fire inspector. Also included is a study of building plans
examination. Meets course requirements for Florida State
Fire Inspector Certification.

FFP 2720 FIRE COMPANY OFFICER LEADERSHIP-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of the basic concepts of fire company
leadership, including human skills, leadership tools,
problem solving, and goal achievement of a fire company
officer. Emphasis is placed on the role of the officer in the
setting of the fire company. Meets course requirements for
Florida State Fire Company Officer Certification.

FFP 2740 FIRE SERVICE INSTRUCTOR-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of the instructor's responsibility in the
communication of learning and teaching objectives, use of
instructional aids, and formulation of performance
objectives. Meets course requirements for Florida State Fire
Company Officer Certification.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

FFP

2810 FIREFIGHTING TACTIC & STRATEGY IAS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of the basic concepts involved in
firefighting, including fire behavior, firefighting funda-
mentals, principles of extinguishing fires, the proper role
for and utilization of various fire companies, and
preplanning fire problems. Meets course requirements for
Florida State Fire Company Officer Certification.

FFP

3 Credits

2811 FIREFIGHTING TACTIC &
STRATEGY II-AS
3 class hours
Prerequisite: FFP 2810

A study of the principles utilized on the fire ground for
maximum manpower and equipment utilization; fire ground
administration starting with small fires on up through major
conflagrations; emphasis will be on developing thinking
skills related to crises. Meets course requirements for Florida
State Company Officer Certification.

FOREIGN LANGUAGES

~ French ~

FRE 1120 ELEMENTARY FRENCH I-AA(**)

4 class hours 4 Credits

Designed for beginners or those with one year of high
school French, this highly interactive course focuses on the
dynamics of speech, literature, and culture. (I)

FRE 1121 ELEMENTARY FRENCH II-AA (**)

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: FRE 1120

Designed for beginners or those with one year of high
school French, this highly interactive course focuses on the
dynamics of speech, literature, and culture. (I)

~ German ~

GER 1120 ELEMENTARY GERMAN I,- AA(**)

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course is for beginners or those with one year of high
school German. Training in communication skills is
presented through typical conversation, contemporary
readings, visual aids and laboratory exercises. (I)

GER 1121 ELEMENTARY GERMAN II-AA (**)

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: GER 1120

GER 2200 INTERMEDIATE GERMAN I-AA {**)

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: GER 1120-1121 or two years of high
school German, or permission of instructor.

This course presents continued training in linguistic skills
and an introduction to contemporary German life and
culture. (I)

GER 2201 INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II-AA (**)

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: GER 2200

This course continues to present training in linguistic skills
and an introduction to contemporary German life and
culture. (I)

~ Russian ~

RUS 1120 BEGINNING RUSSIAN I-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

An introduction to the Russian language. Covers alphabet,
pronunciation, basic vocabulary, and grammar. (I)

RUS

SPN

1121 BEGINNING RUSSIAN II-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: RUS 1120

An introduction to the Russian language. Covers alphabet,
pronunciation, basic vocabulary, and grammar. (I)

~ Spanish ~

1120 BEGINNING SPANISH I-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course is for beginners or those with one year of high
school Spanish. Study of the language and the culture with
emphasis on communication in the target language. (I)

1121 BEGINNING SPANISH II-AA
Prerequisite: SPN 1120

This course is for beginners or those with one year of high
school Spanish. Study of the language and the culture with
emphasis on communication in the target language. (I)

2200 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I-AA
4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: SPN 1121 or two years of high school
Spanish, or permission of instructor.

This course presents further study of language and culture,
and provides an introduction to literary readings. Continued
emphasis is placed on communication in the target
language. (I)

4 Credits

2201 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II-AA
4 class hours
Prerequisite: SPN 2200

This course continues to present further study of language
and culture, and provides an introduction to literary
readings. Continued emphasis is placed on communication
in the target language. (I)

SPN 2210 ADVANCED SPANISH CONVERSATION
AND COMPOSITION-AA (**)
3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: SPN 2201 or equivalent, or permission
of instructor.

This course emphasizes oral and written expression in the
target language and provides a brief review of Spanish
grammar. (I)

GEOGRAPHY

GEA 2010 GEOGRAPHY OF THE EASTERN
HEMISPHERE- A A (**)
3 class hours 3 Credits

A course in the geography of the countries of the Eastern
Hemisphere. Focus is placed on the physical, economic,
political, and cultural aspects of these areas. (1)

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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GEA 2040 GEOGRAPHY OF THE WESTERN
HEMISPHERE-AA (**)
3 class hours 3 Credits

A course in the geography of the countries of the Western
Hemisphere. Focus is placed on the physical, economic,
political, and cultural aspects of these areas.

GEO 2370 CONSERVATION OF NATURAL
RESOURCES-AA (**)
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a survey of natural and human resources and
the utilization of these resources. Conservation in the
United States, v^-ith particular emphasis on Florida is also
covered.

GEOLOGY

(See Science)

GERMAN

(See Foreign Language)

GERONTOLOGY

GEY 2000 INTRODUCTION TO GERONTOLOGY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study of aging and its links to historical and
social currents, including graphics and cross cultural
patterns; a survey of the theoretical frameworks of
gerontologists, both physiological and social, including an
examination of psychological, sensory and intellectual
characteristics. Included are specific problem areas such as
health, finances, retirement, politics, legal aspects and the
special nature of minority group elderly. (I)

GOLF COURSE OPERATIONS

GCO 1001 INTRODUCTION TO GOLF COURSE
INDUSTRY-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides an overview of golf and the industry
that supports golf with an emphasis on employability skills.

GCO 1201 BASIC GOLF COURSE MECHANICS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a hands-on study of hand tools and power
shop equipment as they relate to mechanized golf course
equipment in welding, maintenance of golf course
equipment, and planning. Emphasis is placed on the
development of orderly, safe shop procedures and manual
skill development.

GCO 1202 BASIC GOLF COURSE MECHANICS II-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: GCO 1201 or permission of instructor.

This course is a continuation of GCO 1201 Basic
Mechanics. The emphasis of this course is placed on
troubleshooting and repairing two-stroke and four-stroke
small engines with special reference to internal components
including carburetion and electrical.

GCO 121 IC TURF EQUIPMENT DIAGNOSTICS IAS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with an introduction to
electrical systems as related to turf equipment. The

emphasis of the class is placed on identifying,
troubleshooting, and repairing electrical system compo-
nents including ignition, starter systems, and alternators.
Use of electrical diagnostic equipment to facilitate
troubleshooting and repair of components is also covered.

GCO 1212C TURF EQUIPMENT DIAGNOSTICS HAS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: GCO 1211 or permission of instructor.

This course is a continuation of GCO 1211 Turf Equipment
Diagnostics I, with an emphasis on identifying, troubleshoot-
ing, and repairing fuel and lubricating systems, the power
train, and system hydraulics as they relate to turf equipment.
Use of diagnostic equipment to facilitate troubleshooting and
repair of components is also covered.

GCO 1220 TURF EQUIPMENT SHARPENING AND
GRINDING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This class provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to sharpening and grinding techniques,
adjustment techniques, and basic safety issues as related to
reel type mowers and rotary type mowers used in turf
management industry. The emphasis of this class is placed
on implementing modem shop equipment to facilitate the
sharpening/grinding process.

GCO 1242 TURF EQUIPMENT PAINTS AND
PAINTING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to paints and painting as they relate to turf
maintenance equipment. The emphasis of this course is
placed on selecting the proper paints and painting
techniques for the job at hand, and on safety practices
related to painting.

GCO 1252C TURF EQUIPMENT WELDING-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to welding using both gas and electric arc
techniques. The course emphasizes the selection of proper
welding equipment for the job at hand and proper welding
safety. Brazing and soldering are also covered.

GCO 1400 PRINCIPLES OF TURFGRASS
SCIENCE I-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to the fundamental concepts of modem
turfgrass science. The emphasis of the course is placed on
introducing, identifying, and discussing the concepts and
principles of: 1) basic turfgrass taxonomy; 2) individual
turfgrass species, including both warm and cool season
grasses; 3) major components of the turfgrass environment
including soil, air, light, and water; and 4) theoretical
interactions between the turfgrasses and the elements of the
turf environment.

GCO 1403 PRINCIPLES OF TURFGRASS
SCIENCE II-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: GCO 1400 or permission of instructor.

This course is a continuation of Principles of Turfgrass
Science I. The emphasis of this course is placed on
introducing, identifying, and discussing all of the major
relevant turfgrass cultural practices, such as mowing,
fertilizing, irrigating, and managing pests.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

GCO 1611 GOLF COURSE SHOP MANAGEMENT IAS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This class provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to basic shop management practices. This
course focuses on identifying and selecting shop tools,
using and organizing basic shop equipment, maintaining
stock inventory, and operating turf care equipment
properly.

GCO 1612 GOLF COURSE SHOP MANAGEMENT HAS
3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: GCO 1611 or permission of instructor.

This course is a continuation of GCO 1611 Golf Course
Shop Management I. This course emphasizes the
development and implementation of preventive mainte-
nance practices for turf care equipment. Also emphasized is
the development of training plans and programs for turf
equipment employees, and the development and design of
maintenance facility shop components.

GCO 1743 GOLF COURSE DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to the basic elements, concepts, and principles
of golf course design and construction. The course
emphasizes the master planning and developmental
execution of a new golf course project, as well as pertinent
redesign and reconstruction issues.

GCO 1942 FIELD TRAINING IN TURF EQUIPMENT
MANAGEMENT-AS

2 class hours 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all other
classes.

Field training is an internship experience which provides
students with real-world turf equipment technology
experience. The emphasis of this course is placed on the
application of theoretical classroom concepts taught in
other turf equipment classes.

GCO 2431 IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to turfgrass irrigation practices and the
fundamental concepts and principles of soil drainage. The
class emphasizes turfgrass water use requirements and the
use of computerized irrigation scheduling systems to
distribute and conserve water. The course also emphasizes
modem drainage techniques to remove excess water.

GCO 2441 INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT FOR
TURF I: INSECT PESTS OF TURF-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to the modem methods of controlling and
managing the major categories of insects and nematodes
that are traditionally classified as pests of turfgrasses. The
course emphasizes the identification and behavioral
characteristics of insect pests and nematodes, as well as
specific integrated pest management strategies.

GCO 2442 INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT FOR
TURF II: DISEASES OF TURF-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to the modem methods of controlling and
managing the major categories of turfgrass diseases that are

traditionally classified as pests of turfgrasses. The course
emphasizes identification of pathogens of turfgrass, the
etiology of turfgrass diseases, and specific integrated pest
management strategies.

GCO 2450 INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT FOR
TURF HI: WEED SCIENCE FOR TURF-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to the modem methods of controlling and
managing the major categories of weeds that are
traditionally classified as pests of turfgrasses. The course
emphasizes the identification and behavioral characteristics
of weed pests of turfgrass, as well as specific integrated pest
management strategies.

GCO 2500 ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES IN GOLF
COURSE CONSTRUCTION AND
MANAGEMENT-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to the current environmental issues and
considerations that affect the golf course industry. The
emphasis of the course is placed on defining what the
environment is and how it may be impacted by each of the
major elements of basic golf course operations. Important
concepts to be discussed include mitigation and
management strategies that are designed to effectively
minimize and/or eliminate golf course related impacts to the
environment.

GCO 2601 APPLIED MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND
CALCULATIONS FOR TURF IAS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MGF 1106 or permission of instructor.

This course provides students with the necessary skills and
techniques to accurately calculate rates and levels of
turfgrass industry materials, such as fertilizers and
pesticides. Emphasis is placed on the basic concepts of
applied agricultural chemistry, as well as mathematical
formulas for determining surface areas, volumes, and
chemical dilutions.

GCO 2602 APPLIED MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND
CALCULATIONS FOR TURF HAS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a continuation of GCO 2601. This course
provides students with the necessary skills and techniques
to accurately calculate rates and levels of turfgrass industry
materials such as fertilizers and pesticides. The class will
emphasize the basic concepts of applied agricultural
chemistry as well as math formulas for determining surface
areas, volumes, and chemical dilutions.

GCO 2632 GOLF COURSE ORGANIZATION AND
ADMINISTRATION IAS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents an in-depth study of golf course
management practices: budgeting; record keeping; aware-
ness of local, state, and federal laws; and skills in
leadership, communication, public relations, and human
relations.

GCO 2633 GOLF COURSE ORGANIZATION AND
ADMINISTRATION HAS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a continuation of GCO 2632. This course
provides students with a basic overview of golf course

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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related organizational and administrative functions and
duties from the perspective of the golf course
superintendent. The course will emphasize communica-
tions, leadership skills and abilities, human resources,
public relations, and record keeping. A most important
focal point of the course will be local, state, and federal laws
pertaining to golf course operations.

GCO 2741 PLANT ID AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN FOR
GOLF COURSES-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This hands on course deals with the identification of
various plant materials and their application to golf courses.
Prepares students to select appropriate plant materials for
specific situations and to make decisions concerning the
preservation or removal of native plant materials as they
occur in the existing or proposed landscape.

GCO 2931 TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT SEMINAR-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive, real-
world review and discussion of the important concepts and
ideas presented in core classes. Students interact directly
with guest speakers and industry experts regarding the
review of current core class issues within the golf course
turfgrass industry.

SOS 1005 BIOLOGY OF TURF SOILS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to the basic biological and biochemical
principles of turf soils. The class emphasizes the
characterization of soils as a growing medium for turfgrass
according to the basic biological and biochemical nature of
the soil.

SOS 1401 PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF TURF
SOILS-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to the basic physical and chemical principles of
turfgrass soils, such as the movement of water and air
through soil. The class emphasizes the characterization of
soils as a growing medium for turfgrass according to basic
physical and chemical nature of the soil.

SOS 2102 SOIL FERTILITY AND FERTILIZERS-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides students with a comprehensive
introduction to soil fertility and turfgrass nutrition. The
class emphasizes turfgrass nutrition needs and the
identification and implementation of fertilizers and other
soil amendments to provide adequate nutrition for the
various kinds of turfgrasses.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

HSC 1100 LIVING WITH HEALTH- AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This telecourse involves both the viewing of videos and
reading in the course textbook. Emphasis is placed on
relating course content to lifestyle fostering a better
understanding of the major health issues of today.

HSC 2400 FIRST AID-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

A course covering the principles and procedures of
emergency first aid treatment. Class time is divided
between lecture and the practical application of first aid
procedures. The course encompasses American Red Cross
standard first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

PEL 1111 THROUGH PEL 2342- AA

2 class hours 2 Credits

Team, dual, and individual sports which utilize college and
community facilities. Emphasis is placed on skill
development, knowledge acquisition, and participation.

PEL 1111 BOWLING

PEL 1121 GOLF

PEL 1321 VOLLEYBALL

PEL 1341 TENNIS

PEL 1441 RACQUETBALL

PEL 1621 BASKETBALL

PEM 1101 PHYSICAL FITNESS & CONDITIONING

PEM 1171 AEROBIC FITNESS

PEM 1405 SELF DEFENSE

PEN 1136 BEGINNING SCUBA-AS

PEL 2342 and PEN 2137

2 class hours 2 Credits
Prerequisite: As appropriate or individual proficiency
determined by instructor.

PEL 2342 INTERMEDLATE TENNIS

PEN 2137 ADVANCED SCUBA-AS

HISTORY

AMH 2010 HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES
TO 1865-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

A survey of U.S. history from settlement through the Civil
War. Emphasis will be on the development of American
social, political, and economic throughout that time period.

AMH 2020 HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES 1865 TO
PRESENT-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

A survey of U.S. history from Reconstruction to the
present. Emphasis will be on the development of American
social, political and economic institutions through that time
period.

AMH 2070 FLORIDA HISTORY- A A (**)

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents Florida history from the age of
discovery to the present.

AMH 2091 AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a survey of the Black American experience
from its earliest roots in the high civilizations of Africa
through present times. Special emphasis is given to the
unique nature of that experience, the structural problems
and potential of the Black community, and the study of the
contributions and thought of outstanding African-
American men and women. (I)

150

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

AMH 2095 AMERICAN INDIAN HISTORY

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course studies tiie North American Indians in the
course of the development of the United States. It
introduces people, issues, and events, and covers the
general American history periods from cultural and
political aspects.

AMH 2931 WOMEN IN U.S. HISTORY
3 class hours 3 Credits

Studies the roles of American women in the nation's
development. It introduces people, issues, and events, and
covers the general American history periods from cultural
and political aspects. The course focuses on women's
participation in national development, and the reactions to,
and the results of women's participation.

EUH 1000 THE WESTERN TRADITION I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This is a survey course which covers the history of the
Western World from the earliest civilizations of the Middle
East through the Age of Exploration and the Renaissance. It
emphasizes political, social, economic, religious and
cultural aspects. Writing intensive sections available. If
completed with a grade of "C" or better, this course serves
to demonstrate competence in written communication. (I)

EUH 1001 THE WESTERN TRADITION H-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This survey course covers the history of the Western World
from the Protestant Reformation to the present. It
emphasizes political, social, economic, religious and
cultural aspects. Writing intensive sections available. If
completed with a grade of "C" or better, this course serves
to demonstrate competence in written conmiunication. (I)

WOH1012 HISTORY OF WORLD CIVILIZATION
TO 1500-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a compact survey of the evolution of
civilization from early times to 1500. All major areas and
countries are included. Europe, the Middle East, Asia,
Africa, India, China, Japan, and North, Central and South
America receive appropriate emphasis. The major focus is
placed on the political, economic, and social views of the
world. Writing intensive sections available. If completed
with a grade of "C" or better, this course serves to
demonstrate competence in written conmiunication. (I)

WOH1023 HISTORY OF WORLD CIVILIZATION 1500
TO 1815-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a survey of the history of the world from 1 500
to 1815. Emphasis is placed on the political, economic,
social, and intellectual aspects of world history during this
period. Subjects include European exploration and
colonization; the emergence of the nation-state; great
modem revolutions; the Enlightenment; the French
Revolution and the Napoleonic Era. Writing intensive
sections available. If completed with a grade of "C" or
better, this course serves to demonstrate competence in
written communication. (I)

WOH 1030 HISTORY OF WORLD CIVILIZATION 1815
TO PRESENT-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

A survey course which includes modem revolutions; the
Industrial Revolution; Imperialism; the Indian, Far Eastem,

and African backgrounds and political developments; the
rise of Latin America; two World Wars and their results;
modem nationalism and the decline of colonialism. The
political, economic, social, and intellectual views of the
world are emphasized. Writing intensive sections available.
If completed with a grade of "C" or better, this course serves
to demonstrate competence in written communication. (I)

HORTICULTURE

ORH 1008C INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURE AS

2 class hours, 3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

This course presents an introductory coverage of the
function and use of ornamental plants in the home interior
and exterior landscape.

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

(See Business/Management/Finance)

HUMAN SERVICES

CHD 1134 MANAGEMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
LEARNING-AA (**)

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course focuses on optimal coordination of home and
child-rearing practices and expectations at a daycare
facility. Carrying out supplementary responsibilities related
to children's programs is also covered. This course is
designed primarily for those seeking a Child Development
Associate (CDA) credential or other child care training.

CHD 1135 UNDERSTANDING YOUNG
CHILDREN-AA (**)
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course focuses on building positive self-concept and
individual strengths in young children. Designed primarily
for those persons seeking a Child Development Associate
(CDA) credential or other child care training.

EEC 1000 FOUNDATIONS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD
EDUCATION-AA (**)
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course focuses on setting up and maintaining a safe
and healthy leaming environment to advance physical and
intellectual competence in young children. It is designed
primarily for those seeking a Child Development Associate
(CDA) credential or other child care training.

EEC 2521 ADMINISTRATION OF A CHILD CARE
CENTER-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides a foundation for budgetary, financial
and personnel management of the child care center. Topics
include leadership, organization skills, budgeting, financial
management, marketing, hiring, supervision and profes-
sional development of a child care center. Regulations and
resource of national, state and local organizations will be
addressed.

HUS 1001 INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN SERVICES-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course explores the field of human services, including
health, mental health, public administration, education,
social welfare, recreation, criminal justice, youth services,
and rehabilitation.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

151

HUS 1400 ALCOHOLISM & OTHER DRUG ABUSE-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

An introductory course that takes an analytical approach to
identification, intervention, prevention, treatment and
rehabilitation programming. Appropriate legislation and
regulations governing rights of clients are examined. The
community resources available for dealing with alcoholics
and other drug abusers are identified, along with
appropriate methods for the utilization of these resources.

HUS 2111 BASIC COUNSELING SKILLS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: HUS 1001 or permission of instructor.

In this course emphasis is placed on the encouragement of
personal growth and the development of fundamental
interpersonal helping skills, as well as the promotion of
knowledge of styles of helping fostered in a variety of
human service settings.

HUS 2404 WORKING WITH ALCOHOLICS AND
OTHER DRUG ABUSERS-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits.

This course provides both theoretical information and
practical application of counseling techniques which have
been effective in working with alcoholics and other drug
abusing clients. Through role playing, readings, structured
class exercises, class discussions, and lectures students
become familiar with a variety of counseling theories,
techniques and modalities.

HUMANITIES

HUM 1950 HUMANITIES STUDY TOUR-AA (**)

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. 3 Credits

Edison Community College-sponsored study tour abroad
with lectures before departure and en route. Writing
Intensive; journal required. If completed with a grade of
"C" or better, this course serves to demonstrate
competence in written communication. (I)

HUM 2210 STUDIES IN HUMANITIES: THE ANCIENT
WORLD THROUGH THE RENAISSANCE-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is an interdisciplinary humanities course with a
multicultural and global approach. Drawing from the fields
of arts and letters, the course is a study of European culture
from the prehistoric age through the end of the Renaissance,
as well as the ancient cultures of Asia, Africa and Pre-
Colombian America. This course is termed a writing
intensive course. If completed with a grade of "C" or
better, this course serves to demonstrate competence in
written communication. (I)

HUM 2230 STUDIES IN HUMANITIES: THE 17th
CENTURY TO THE PRESENT-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

An interdisciplinary humanities course with a multicultural
and global perspective. Drawing from the field of arts and
letters, the course is a study of European culture from the
Baroque era to the present, as well as the modern cultures of
Asia, Africa and the contemporary Americas. This course is
termed a writing intensive course. If completed with a
grade of "C" or better, this course serves to demonstrate
competence in written communication. (I)

HUM 2510 HUMANITIES THROUGH THE ARTS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a 30-program telecourse which explores
human values and our sense of ourselves as individuals in
community through the arts. Students wishing to qualify for
the AA degree must complete this course with a grade of
"C" or higher. This course is termed a writing-intensive
course. If completed with a grade of "C" or better, this
course serves to demonstrate competence in written
communication. (I)

HUM 2930 STUDIES IN HUMANITIES: GREAT HUMAN
QUESTIONS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Central humanities themes presented through the study of
selected works and performances (in philosophy, literature,
art, music, architecture, drama, or dance), representing
many periods and cultures and serving as a basis for
discussion of issues-social and historical as well as aesthetic
and philosophical-facing the individual and society. The
course utilizes multiple perspecfives, guest lecturers, and
media presentations. It is recommended that students
complete at least one composition course before enrolling.
This course is termed a writing intensive course and
requires a minimum of 6,000 words of writing. If
completed with a grade of "C" or better, this course
serves to demonstrate competence in written communi-
cation. (I)

HUM 2950 HUMANITIES Study tour-AA (**)

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. 3 Credits

This course is a second tour which is a continuation of
HUM 1950. Both courses are writing intensive; prior
instructor permission required. If completed with a grade
of "C" or better, this course serves to demonstrate
competence in written communication. (I)

INFORMATION SERVICES

LIS 1001 Library Skills

1 class hour 1 Credit

An introduction to the use of library materials and
resources. Students will learn to develop search strategies to
utilize traditional library materials and electronic informa-
tion resources. The course will focus on information
resources related to the undergraduate research paper.

LIS 1003 INTERNET FOR COLLEGE RESEARCH-AA
1 class hour 1 Credit

This course is designed to help students become familiar
with the Internet and information resources of value in
college research. Through the use of finding tools and
informational resources on the Internet, students develop
increased skills in identifying, using and evaluating
electronic information resources. Classroom activities and
practical experience in using the Internet provide students
with basic research skills necessary for information literacy
in today's world.

INTERNET SERVICES TECHNOLOGY

(See Computer Programming and Analysis)

152

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

INTERNSHIP WORK EXPERIENCE

GEB 1949 INTERNSHIP WORK EXPERIENCE I-AA
Prerequisite: Permission to register from the Work
Experience Coordinator. 3 Credits

This course offers a blended learning work experience in a
cooperative program between Edison Community College,
students and local employers. Students may use current
employment or seek desired employment or volunteer
experiences to incorporate their academic learning into a
real-world work experience. Participation and eligibility is
determined by the Internship Coordinator. Students in most
programs of study are eligible. This course requires verified
work hours and a final summary report at the end of the
internship experience. Each student participates in the
development of an approved individual learning plan. The
student's work habits and experiences are evaluated by the
Internship Coordinator at regular intervals and a final grade
is based on approved criteria. Students may register for the
course at any time during the semester and are not limited by
semester time frames.

GEB 2949 INTERNSHIP WORK EXPERIENCE II-AA

Prerequisite: Completion of GEB1949 Internship
Worli Experience I and permission from the Work
Experience Coordinator.

JOURNALISM

(See Media)

LEGAL ASSISTING

(See Paralegal Studies)

MARINE SCIENCE

(See Science)

MATHEMATICS

MAT 9002 BASIC MATHEMATICS (*)

6 class and laboratory hours 6 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing or Permission of Associate
District Dean of Academic Support Programs

This course prepares students for algebra by covering basic
mathematical skills. The student learns to add, subtract,
multiply, and divide, and apply those skills to the real
number system. The student also learns to solve problems
with percents. All of the aforementioned topics will
incorporate word problems.

MAT 9012 DEVELOPMENTAL ALGEBRA I (*)

6 class and laboratory hours 6 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing, MAT 9002, Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

The purpose of this course is to prepare the student for
success in MAT 9020, Developmental Algebra II. This
course is designed to provide students who have little or no
algebra background with knowledge of the basic concepts
of algebra and the skills required to apply these concepts.
Topics covered include signed numbers, algebraic
expressions, linear equations, exponents, and polynomials.

MAT 9020 DEVELOPMENTAL ALGEBRA II (*)

6 class and laboratory hours 6 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing, MAT 9012, Permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

This course will prepare the student for success in MAT
1033, Intermediate Algebra. This course is a continuation of
MAT 9012, Developmental Algebra I. It is designed to
complete a sequence in Elementary Algebra. Topics
covered include factoring polynomials, graphing, quadratic
equations, rational and radical expressions. A state exit test
must be passed to exit this course.

MAT 9024 INTRODUCTION TO ALGEBRA (*)

6 class and laboratory hours 6 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing, or Permission of Associate
District Dean of Academic Support Programs.

This course prepares the student for success in MAT 1033,
Intermediate Algebra. Topics covered include signed
numbers, algebraic expressions, exponents, polynomials,
factoring polynomials, graphing, linear and quadratic
equations, and rational and radical expressions. Word
problems and critical thinking skills are topics and concepts
used throughout the course. A state exit test must be passed
to exit this course.

MAT 1033 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: Testing, MAT 9020 or MAT 9024.

This course is intended to prepare students for college level
algebra courses needed to meet the State requirements for
math competencies. This course should adequately prepare
the student for MAC 1105 and provide a strong algebra
foundations for higher level math

MAC 1105 COLLEGE ALGEBRA-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: MAT 1033 with a minimum grade of
"C", or Testing.

Topics include linear, quadratic, rational, radical,
exponential, and logarithmic functions. Graphing and
applications are emphasized. A graphing calaculator is
required. If completed with a grade of "C" or better, this
course serves to demonstrate competence for the general
education mathematics requirement.

MAC 1140 PRE-CALCULUS ALGEBRA-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MAC 1105

An algebra course designed to prepare students to enter
either engineering or calculus courses. Topics covered
include exponential and logarithmic functions, polynomial,
rational functions, conic sections, sequences and series,
mathematical induction, the binomial theorem, and
matrices. A graphing calculator is required. If completed
with a grade of "C" or better, this course serves to
demonstrate competence for the general education
mathematics requirement.

MAC 1114 TRIGONOMETRY- A A

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MAC 1105

Topics in this class include the real number system, circular
functions, trigonometric functions, inverse relations and
functions, trigonometric graphs, solutions of triangles, and
trigonometric equations, polar coordinates, and complex
numbers. Contains all of the features of trigonometry found
in MAC 1147, with additional emphasis on applications.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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A graphing calculator is required. (May be taken
concurrently with MAC 1 140.)Ifcompleted withagradeof
"C" or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence
for the general education mathematics requirement.

MAC 1147 PRECALCULUS ALGEBRA/
TRIGONOMETRY-AA

5 class hours 5 Credits

Prerequisites: High school trigonometry and MAC
1105

This course is designed for students with strong
mathematical backgrounds who need a refresher course
before beginning the Calculus sequence. Topics covered
are a combination of topics from MAC 1140 and MAC
1114. If completed with a grade of "C" or better, this course
serves to demonstrate competence for the general education
mathematics requirement.

MAC 2233 CALCULUS FOR BUSINESS, SOCIAL AND
LIFE SCIENCES-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: MAC 1105 or MAC1140

This course is designed for students in business and related
studies who need calculus but not trigonometry. Included is
a review of equations and inequalities and their
applications, functions and graphs, exponential and
logarithmic functions. Major topics include mathematics of
finance, limits and continuity, differentiation and
integration and applications of these. A graphing calculator
is required. If completed with a grade of "C" or better, this
course serves to demonstrate competence for the general
education mathematics requirement.

MAC 2311 CALCULUS WITH ANALYTIC
GEOMETRY I-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisites: MAC 1140 and MAC 1114 or MAC
1147

This course is designed for students majoring in science,
mathematics or engineering. Topics covered include limits,
differentiation, integration of algebraic, trigonometric,
logarithmic and exponential functions and applications.
Sequential with MAC 2312 and MAC 2313. A graphing
calculator is required. If completed with a grade of "C" or
better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the
general education mathematics requirement.

MAC 2312 CALCULUS WITH ANALYTIC
GEOMETRY II-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: MAC 2311 with minimum grade of "C"
or permission of instructor

This course presents differentiation and integration's of
trigonometric and hyperbolic functions, special techniques
of integration, improper integrals, sequences, infinite
series, and analytic geometry in three-dimensional space. A
graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of
"C" or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence
for the general education mathematics requirement.

MAC 2313 CALCULUS WITH ANALYTIC
GEOMETRY III-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: MAC 2312 with a minimum grade of
"C" or permission of instructor

This course includes study of linear systems and matrices,
partial derivatives, multiple integration, line integrals, polar

coordinates, and vectors in the plane. A graphing calculator
is required. If completed with a grade of "C" or better, this
course serves to demonstrate competence for the general
education mathematics requirement.

MAP 2302 DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: MAC 2312 or permission of instructor

This course presents methods of solutions for first order
equations. Selected applications also covered are Linear
equations, Laplace transforms, and series solutions. A
graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of
"C" or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence
for the general education mathematics requirement.

MGF 1106 MATHEMATICS FOR LIBERAL ARTS I-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MAT 9020, MAT 9024 or Testing.

This course covers State of Florida essential computational
skills including arithmetic, geometry, probability and
statistics. It covers most of the computational skills on the
College Level Academic Skills Test (CLAST). If
completed with a grade of "C" or better, this course serves
to demonstrate competence for the general education
mathematics requirement.

MGF 1107 MATHEMATICS FOR LIBERAL ARTS II-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MAT 9020, MAT 9024 or Testing.

This course is intended to demonstrate the utility of
mathematics with direct applications in a contemporary
society. Areas of study include the mathematics of social
choice, management science, and growth and symmetry,
and also covers review of algebra. This course is designed
for those students whose majors do not require the technical
mathematics sequence. If completed with a grade of "C" or
better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the
general education mathematics requirement.

MTB 1308 TI GRAPHING CALCULATORS-AA

1 class hour 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Required graphing calculator

This is an introductory course in using the Texas Instrument
graphing calculators. No previous knowledge of the
calculator is expected or required. This course is especially
appropriate for those who wish to take advantage of the
advanced features of the TI Series calculators. This course
may be offered as a workshop class or in a distance learning
format.

STA 2023 INTRODUCTORY STATISTICS-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits
Prerequisite: MAT 1033 or Testing.

An introductory course in statistics covering topics in
parametric and non-parametric statistics. Topics include:
descriptive measures, probability, statistical inference and
decisions-making, estimation, hypothesis testing, regres-
sion and correlational analysis, probability distributions,
sampling distributions, use of electronic calculators,
interpretations of computer printouts, and non-parametric
test procedures. A graphing calculator is required. If
completed with a grade of "C" or better, this course serves
to demonstrate competence for the general education
mathematics requirement.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

MEDIA: JOURNALISM

JOU 1100 BASIC REPORTING- AA(**)

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents an introduction to the profession.
Emphasis is placed on theory and practice of writing news.

MMCIOOO SURVEY OF MASS

COMMUNICATIONS-AA (**)
3 class hours

This course presents requirements,
responsibiUties of various media.

3 Credits

opportunities, and

MUSIC

MUE 1440 STRING TECHNIQUES-AA (**)

2 class hours 1 Credit

This course presents basic principles and techniques of tone
production, literature, reading and transposition applicable
to string instruments.

MUE 1450 WOODWIND TECHNIQUES-AA (**)

2 class hours 1 Credit

This course presents basic principles and techniques of tone
production, literature, reading and transposition applicable
to woodwind instruments.

MUE 1460 BRASS TECHNIQUES-AA (**)

2 class hours 1 Credit

This course presents basic principles and techniques of tone
production, literature, reading and transposition applicable
to brass instruments.

MUE 1470 PERCUSSION TECHNIQUES-AA (**)

2 class hours 1 Credit

This course presents basic principles and techniques of tone
production, literature, reading and transposition applicable
to percussion instruments.

MUH 2018 JAZZ HISTORY AND APPRECIATION-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course introduces jazz styles from a historical
perspective. Lectures highlight the general characteristics
of various jazz styles and artists, and focus on listening
skills which aid in an appreciation of jazz. (I)

MUL 1110 MUSIC HISTORY AND APPRECIATION-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course covers the materials, literature and practices of
music, and consideration of its aesthetic purposes and social
function. Development of listening skills and criteria of
judgment is also presented. (I)

MUM 2700 MUSIC BUSINESS- AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents an introduction to the structure of the
music business and the entertainment industry. Emphasis is
placed on contemporary business practices. Topics include
careers in the recording and performing fields, retail music
merchandising, publishing, song writing and arranging, arts
and artist management, professional organizations, copy-
right law and career development.

MUN 1120, 2120 CONCERT BAND-AA

1 class hour, 2 studio hours 1 Credit

The course emphasizes the study and performance of
literature written for the modem concert band. The
ensemble is open to all students. (Band students transferring
as music majors are encouraged to enroll.)

MUN 1210, 2210 ECC COMMUNITY
ORCHESTRA-AA (**)

1 class hour, 2 studio hours 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

The course emphasizes the study and performance of
orchestral literature. The ensemble is open to all students
and community members.

MUN 1310, 2310 COLLEGE CHOIR-AA

1 class hour, 2 studio hours 1 Credit

This course covers the study, rehearsal, and performance of
choral literature, with training in fundamentals of singing.
Attention is given to general, cultural and humanistic
considerations.

MUN 1340, 2340 VOCAL ENSEMBLE-AA (**)

1 class hour, 2 studio hours 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

This course covers the study and performance of ensemble
literature for various small groupings.

MUN 1410-1440, 2410-2440 INSTRUMENTAL CHAMBER
ENSEMBLES-AA

1 class hour, 2 studio hours 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

This course allows students to concentrate on specialized
literature for small ensembles. Choices include: String
Ensemble MUN 1410, 2410; Woodwind Ensemble MUN
1420, 2420; Brass Ensemble MUN 1430, 2430; Percussion
Ensemble MUN 1440, 2440.

MUN 1710, 2710 JAZZ ENSEMBLE I, H-AA

1 class hour, 2 studio hours 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Emphasis in this course is placed on the study and
performance of literature for the modem big jazz band.
Auditions are held for placement in performing or
preparatory group.

MUN 2121 ADVANCED CONCERT BAND

1 class hour, 2 studio hours 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Second semester of MUN 2120 or
equivalent; permission of instructor.

Emphasis on study and performance of literature written for
the modem concert band. Ensemble open to all students.
Band students transferring as music majors are encouraged
to enroll.

MUN 2211 ADVANCED ORCHESTRA

1 class hour, 2 studio hours 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Second semester of MUN 2210 or
equivalent; permission of instructor.

Emphasis on study and performance of orchestral
literature. Ensemble open to all students and community
members.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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MUN 2711 ADVANCED JAZZ ENSEMBLE

1 class hour, 2 studio hours 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Second semester of MUN 2710 or
equivalent; permission of instructor.

Emphasis on study and performance of literature for the
modern big jazz band. Auditions held for placement in
performing or preparatory group.

MUX 1001 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Designed for students with little or no previous musical
training, this course presents an introduction to the reading
and performance of music, including principles of notation,
scales, triads, rhythms, and interpretive markings.

MUT nil MUSIC THEORY I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This class presents a study of music fundamentals, and of
diatonic and chromatic harmony, largely through the use of
a four-voice chorale-style model. It is intended that MUT
1241/1242 be taken concurrently, and it is recommended
that MVK 1 1 1 1 be taken concurrently with MUT 1111.

MUT 1112 MUSIC THEORY II- AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MUT 1111

MUT 1241 SIGHT SINGING AND EAR TRAINING I-AA

2 class hours 1 Credit

This course covers the development of aural skills through
sight singing, melodic and harmonic dictation, and error
detection in diatonic musical examples. It is intended that
MUT 1 1 1 1 be taken concurrently.

MUT 1242 SIGHT SINGING AND EAR TRAINING H-AA

2 class hours 1 Credit
Prerequisite: MUT 1241

MUT 2116 MUSIC THEORY III-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MUT 1111/1112 or permission of
professor.

This course presents modulation using diatonic and
chromatic harmony, twentieth-century tonal practices,
introduction to atonal analysis and twelve-tone techniques,
and the study of musical forms. It is intended that MUT

2246 be taken concurrently.

MUT 2117 MUSIC THEORY IV-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MUT 2116

2247 be taken concurrently.

MUT 2246 SIGHT SINGING AND EAR TRAINING III-AA

2 class hours 1 Credit

Prerequisite: MUT 1241/1242 or permission of
instructor.

This course covers the development of aural skills in both
diatonic and chromatic musical styles. Includes sight
singing, melodic and harmonic dictation, and error
detection. It is intended that MUT 2116 be taken
concurrently.

MUT 2247 SIGHT SINGING AND EAR TRAINING IV-AA

2 class hours 1 Credit
Prerequisite: MUT 2246 or permission of instructor.

This course covers the development of aural skills in both
diatonic and chromatic musical

MUT 2641 INTRODUCTION TO JAZZ
IMPROVISATION-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MUT 1121, 1122 or permission of
instructor.

This course provides an ensemble experience with
emphasis on scales, chord structures, rhythmic patterns and
chord progression-ordinarily a further development of the
Jazz Ensemble experience.

MVK 1111 CLASS PIANO I, H-AA

2 class hours 1 Credit

This course presents elementary instruction in piano,
emphasis on music reading, piano techniques, and piano
literature.

MVK 2121 CLASS PLVNO III, IV-AA (**)

2 class hours 1 Credit

Prerequisites: MVK 1111 and permission of
instructor.

Continuation of MVK 1111.

MVS 1111 CLASS GUITAR L II- AA(**)

2 class hours 1 Credit

This course presents elementary instruction in guitar,
emphasis on music reading, fundamental guitar techniques
and guitar literature.

MVV nil CLASS VOICE- AA (**)

2 class hours 1 Credit

This course presents fundamentals of singing; emphasis on
tone production and diction as applied to vocal literature.
MUT 1121 and/or MVK 1111 recommended concurrently.

MVV 2121 CLASS VOICE (Sophomore)-AA (**)

2 class hours 1 Credit

Prerequisites: MVV 1111 and permission of instructor.

Continuation of MVV 1111.

MVB 1211-MVW 2325 APPLIED MUSIC

INSTRUCTION-AA 1-2 Credits

Prerequisites: MVV 1111 and permission of instructor.

Applied Music is individual one-on-one voice or
instrumental instruction which may be arranged for ECC
degree-seeking students of advanced accomplishments,
especially those actively enrolled in the Edison's music
program. Thirty minutes of private instruction per week
equals one credit hour. It is recommended that music majors
take weekly lessons in their principle instruments. Seats in
applied music classes are limited. Permission of the District

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

Dean of Humanities Communications and Social Science is
required. These lessons are not intended for beginners.

1. Full-time music majors have first priority.

2. Full-time (12 hours) degree-seeking students have
second priority; students who need a one-credit-hour
course to "fill" their load do not qualify, nor do those
who are just learning to play an instrument.

3. Dual enrollment students and part-time students who
are likely to become full-time have third priority.

4. Community members have fourth option on remaining
seats, exclusive of those who have repeated a course
more than once.

All students enrolled in applied music lessons must receive
approval and certification of demonstrated advanced
accomplishment by the professor, the written permission of
the District Dean, and must show evidence of having
enrolled in an ensemble. The written permission shall
designate the criteria (1, 2, 3 or 4 as listed above) under
which the student is granted approval. Students must be
accommodated in priority order, i.e. criteria one students
have first priority, then criteria two students, etc. A form
will be provided for this process.

NETWORKING SERVICES
TECHNOLOGY

(See Computer Programming and Analysis)

Baritone Horn

Guitar

Percussion

Trumpet

Bassoon

Harpsichord

Piano

Tuba

Cello

Horn

Saxophone

Viola

Clarinet

Oboe

String Bass

Violin

Flute

Organ

Trombone

Voice

Students enrolled in Applied Music are expected to enroll
in a performance ensemble (choir, orchestra, jazz ensemble
or concert band).

- Applied Music Course Numbers -

BARITONE HORN

MVB 1214
MVB 1314
MVB 2224
MVB 2324
BASSOON
MVW 1214
MVW 1314
MVW 2214
MVW 2314
OBOE
MVW 1212
MVW 1312
MVW 2222
MVW 2322
ORGAN
MVK1213
MVK 1313
MVK 2223
MVK 2323
PERCUSSION
MVP 1211
MVP 1311
MVP 2221
MVP 2321
PIANO
MVK 1211
MVK 1311
MVK 2221
MVK 2321
TROMBONE
MVB 1213
MVB 1313
MVB 2223
MVB 2323

CELLO

MVS 1213
MVS 1313
MVS 2213
MVS 2313
CLARINET
MVW 1213
MVW 1313
MVW 2223
MVW 2323
TRUMPET
MVB 1211
MVB 1311
MVB 2221
MVB 2321
TUBA
MVB 1215
MVB 1315
MVB 2225
MVB 2325
VIOLA
MVS 1212
MVS 1312
MVS 2222
MVS 2322
GUITAR
MVS 1216
MVS 1316
MVS 2226
MVS 2326
HORN
MVB 1212
MVB 1312
MVB 2222
MVB 2322

FLUTE

MVW 1211
MVW 1311
MVW 2221
MVW 2321
HARPSICHORD
MVK 1212
MVK 1312
MVK 2222
MVK 2322
SAXOPHONE
MVW 1215
MVW 1315
MVW 2225
MVW 2325
STRING BASS
MVS 1214
MVS 1314
MVS 2224
MVS 2324
VIOLIN
MVS 1211
MVS 1311
MVS 2221
MVS 2321
VOICE
MVV 1211
MVV 1311
MVV 2221
MVV 2321

NURSING***

NUR 1010 INTRODUCTION TO NURSING-AS

2 class hours 2 Credits
Prerequisites: BSC 1093C, MAC 1105 or higher or
STA 2023, acceptance to Nursing Program
Corequisites: NUR 1142

This course introduces students to history and trends in
nursing, the health-illness continuum, and Maslow's
Hierarchy of needs. Other topics include legal and ethical
issues, medical terminology, death and dying, and
recognition of cultural diversity in both the client and the
profession. In addition, the Edison Community College
Department of Nursing's philosophy, conceptual frame-
work, and program outcomes are presented. This course
may require some basic computer skills and WebCT. The
instructor will demonstrate WebCT in class.

NUR 1022 FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING-AS

3 class hours 5 Credits
Prerequisites: NUR 1010, NUR 1142
Corequisites: BSC 1094C, ENC 1101, NUR 1022L,
NUR 1023L, NUR 1061C

In this course students are introduced to the practice of the
Associate Degree nurse and the role as provider of care,
manager of care, and professional within the discipline of
nursing. Using the nursing process, students begin to assess
human needs and the actual or potential problems that
interfere with the client's ability to meet these basic needs.
Students learn fundamental, technical, and interpersonal
skills. This course requires some basic computer skills and
WebCT. The instructor will demonstrate WebCT in class.

NUR 1022L FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
CLINICAL-AS

6 laboratory hours 0 Credits

Prerequisites: NUR 1010, NUR 1142
Corequisites: BSC 1094C, ENC 1101, NUR 1022, NUR
1023L, NUR 1061C

Clinical laboratory experiences are provided in selected
area hospitals and extended care facilities with an emphasis
on the elderly. This course may require some basic
computer skills and WebCT. The instructor will
demonstrate WebCT in class.

NUR 1023L FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
PRACTICUM-AS

3 laboratory hours 1 Credit

Prerequisites: NUR 1010, NUR 1142
Corequisites: ENC 1101, NUR 1022/1022L, BSC
1094C, NUR 1061C

In this course students learn fundamental nursing skills and
techniques for clients with uncomplicated medical-surgical
alterations in health. These skills are demonstrated and
practiced in the nursing practicum laboratory. Learning
experiences include discussion, assigned readings, class
demonstrations, and videos. This course may require some
basic computer skills and WebCT. The instructor will
demonstrate WebCT in class.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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NUR 1061C HEALTH ASSESSMENT-AS

2 class hours, 3 laboratory hours 3 credit hours

Prerequisites: NUR 1010, NUR 1142
Corequisites: ENC 1101, NUR 1022/1022L, BSC
1094C, NUR 1023L

This course presents an introduction to the concepts and
skills of health assessment with a focus on normal physical
assessment findings. The course is designed to assist
students to integrate observations, inferences, and
relationships among patient data when performing health
assessments. Students will learn to a pply various
communication techniques to gather information regarding
a client; they will also utilize inspection, palpation, per
cussion, and auscultation to examine a client's body from
head-to-toe. Through lectures, discussions, videos, and
laboratory practice, students will be prepared to take
complete health histories, perform physical examinations,
and record data from same.

NUR 1062C HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND SKILLS
PRACTICUM

2 class hours, 3 laboratory hours 3 credit hours .

Prerequisites: ENC 1101, BSC 1093C, BSC 1094C,
MAC 1105 or higher. Nursing Mobility Exam (as
Required), a Florida certificate or license as a
Paramedic, Respiratory Therapist (RRT),
Cardiovascular Technician (RCVT), or Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN) is required. Paramedics,
RRT's, and RCVT's must be Florida certified nursing
assistants).

Corequisites: NUR 1204/1204L, NUR 1932, PSY 2012,
DEP 2004

This course is part of the first semester in the Advanced
Placement Nursing Program. Enrolled students are licensed
practical nurses (LPN), paramedics, respiratory therapists
(RT), and cardiovascular technologists (CVT). The course
has a dual focus: (1) to assist students to integrate
observations, inferences, and relationships in performing
health assessments and (2) to become proficient in technical
skills to the level required for professional nursing.
Students will learn communication techniques necessary to
gather information regarding a client, physical assessment
techniques needed to examine a client from head-to-toe, and
procedures required for patient care. The course utilizes
experiences in the classroom through lectures, videos, and
discussions. In addition, a laboratory practicum is provided
for the development of physical skills.

NUR 1142 INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACOLOGY AND
MATH CALCULATIONS-AS

1 class hour 1 Credit

Prerequisites: BSC 1093C, MAC 1105 or higher or
STA 2023,

Corequisites: ENC 1101, BSC 1094C, NUR 1010
Medication administration requires specialized knowledge,
judgment, and nursing skills based on the principles of
pharmacology. The focus of this course is to introduce the
student to the nurse's role in the delivery and maintenance
of safe and efficient drug treatment. Basic concepts of
medication management are introduced. Content includes
drug actions, systems of delivery, routes of administration,
factors affecting drug action, ethical and legal concepts
related to drug administration, and calculating medication
dosages. This course may require some basic computer
skills and WebCT. The instructor will demonstrate WebCT
in class.

NUR 1204 TRANSITIONAL NURSING CONCEPTS-AS
Advanced Placement Sequence Only

3 class hours, 2 laboratory hours 5 Credits
Corequisites: NUR 1932, NUR 1204L, PSY 2012, DEP
2004, NUR 1062C

This transitional course introduces the student to the Nursing
Program's philosophy, conceptual framework, and out-
comes. The course includes content on the nursing process,
legal and ethical issues, and expanded clinical skills. Using
the nursing process, students assess human needs, alterations
of human needs, and nursing interventions necessary to meet
these needs. The student is introduced to the role of provider
of care, manager of care, and professional within the
discipline of nursing. The course utilizes experiences in the
classroom, and clinical faciUties to address nursing care of
clients in acute care settings.

NUR 1204L TRANSITIONAL NURSING CONCEPTS
CLINICAL-AS

6 clinical hours 0 Credits

Prerequisites: ENC 1101, BSC 1093C, BSC 1094C,
MAC 1105 or higher. Nursing Mobility Exam (as
required) A Florida certificate or license as a
Paramedic, Respiratory Therapist (RRT),
Cardiovascular Technician (RCVT), or Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN) is required. Paramedics,
RRT's, and RCVT's must be Florida certified nursing
assistants.)

Corequisites: NUR 1932, NUR 1204, PSY 2012, DEP
2004, NUR 1062C

Using the nursing process, students assess human needs,
alterations in human needs, and nursing interventions
necessary to meet these needs. The student is introduced to
the role of provider of care, manager of care, and member of
the discipline of nursing. The course utilizes experiences in
the clinical facilities to address nursing care of clients in
acute care settings. This course may require some basic
computer skills and WebCT. The instructor will
demonstrate WebCT in class, if used.

NUR 1211 ADULT NURSING I-AS

4 class hours 7 Credits
Prerequisites: NUR 1022/1022L, NUR 1023L, ENC
1101, BSC 1094C, NUR 1142, NUR 1061C
Corequisites: DEP 2004, NUR 121 IL, PSY 2012, NUR
1511

In this course students continue to develop their role as a
member of the profession of nursing and as a provider of
care to clients with uncomplicated medical-surgical
alterations in health. Application of theory to practice is
emphasized. Knowledge, techniques, and skills related to
promoting, restoring, and maintaining health are taught.
Learning experiences include the following: lecture-
discussion, a written teaching-learning plan. This course
may require some basic computer skills and WebCT if used.
The instructor will demonstrate WebCT in class.

NUR 121 IL ADULT NURSING I CLINICAL-AS

9 laboratory hours 0 Credits

Prerequisites: NUR 1022/1022L, NUR 1023L, ENC
1101, BSC 1094C NUR 1142, NUR 1061C
Corequisites: DEP 2004, NUR 1211, PSY 2012
Clinical experiences take place in acute care facilities and
assist students to develop their roles as providers of care,
managers of care, and professionals within the discipline of
Nursing. This course may require some basic computer
skills and WebCT. The instructor will demonstrate WebCT
in class if used.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

NUR 1511 INTRODUCTION TO MENTAL HEALTH
CONCEPTS IN NURSING

1 class hour 1 credit

Prerequisites: NUR 1022/1022L or NUR 1204/1204L

This course, the first in a series of three devoted to mental
health nursing, assists students to refine communication
skills introduced in earlier nursing courses and to develop a
beginning understanding of the dynamics of human
behavior, as applied in mental health nursing and in the
psychosocial sphere of general nursing care. Select mental
health experiences and activities will be incorporated into
NUR 1211L, Adult Nursing I (Basic Nursing students) or
NUR 2424L, Maternal Nursing Concepts (Advanced
Placement Nursing students). These clinical learning
experiences will provide students with the opportunity to
further develop their roles as provider of care, manager of
care, and professional within the discipline of nursing. NUR
1511 may require students to utilize basic computer skills
and computer-assisted instruction.

NUR 1932 NURSING SEMINAR-ADVANCED
PLACEMENT-AS

1 class hour 1 Credit
Prerequisites: MAC 1105 or higher, BSC 1093C, BSC
1094C, ENC 1101, Nursing Mobility Exam (as
required) A Florida certiflcate or license as a
Paramedic, Respiratory Therapist (RRT),
Cardiovascular Technician (RCVT), or Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN) is required. Paramedics,
RRT's, and RCVT's must be Florida certified nursing
assistants.)

Corequisites: NUR 1204/1204L, PSY 2012, DEP 2004,
NUR 1062C

This course introduces the student to concepts relevant to
the nursing care provided in acute and long term care
facilities. Students work individually and in groups on
assignments pertaining to: cultural diversity, nursing
process, nursing care plans, pharmacology, ethical-legal
implications, and the teaching-learning process. This
course may require some basic computer skills and WebCT
if used. The instructor will demonstrate WebCT in class.

NUR 2140 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGICAL
CONCEPTS

2 class hours 2 Credits
Prerequisites: NUR 1022/1022L, NUR 1023L, NUR
1142, NUR 1010, NUR 1061C or professor, progam
coordinator or director's permission.
Corequisites: None

Medication administration requires specialized knowledge,
judgement, and nursing skills based on the principles of
pharmacology. The focus of this course is to assist the
student in applying knowledge of pharmacology and the
nursing process to direct nursing decisions relative to safe
drug administration and to ensure compliance with
standards of practice. This course focuses on identification
of drug classifications, interactions and application of the
nursing process to clinical situations. This course may
require some basic computer skills and WebCT. The
instructor will demonstrate WebCT in class if used.

NUR 2260 ADVANCED ADULT NURSING H-AS

3 class hours 7 Credits
Prerequisites: NUR 2140, NUR 2424/2424L, NUR
2310/2310L, NUR 1511, NUR 2523

Corequisites: NUR 2810/2810L, NUR 2260L, NUR 2530
This course is an integrated study of complicated alterations
in health in the adult client. It includes theoretical concepts

relevant to adults experiencing complex medical/surgical
health alterations, and the goal of restoration or
maintenance of health. This course may require some basic
computer skills and WebCT. The instructor may
demonstrate WebCT in class.

NUR 2260L ADVANCED ADULT NURSING II
CLINICAL-AS

3 laboratory hours 0 Credits

Prerequisites: NUR 2140, NUR 2424/2424L, NUR
2310/2310L, NUR 1511, NUR 2523
Corequisites: NUR 2810/2810L, NUR 2260, NUR 2530

Clinical learning experiences provide students with the
opportunity to further develop their roles as providers of
care, managers of care, and professionals within the
discipline of nursing. This course may require some basic
computer skills and WebCT. The instructor may
demonstrate WebCT in class.

NUR 2310 PEDIATRIC NURSING CONCEPTS-AS

2 Class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisites: NUR 1204/1204L or NUR 1211/1211L,
NUR 1932, NUR 2424/2424L, DEP 2004, PSY 2012,
MCB 2013C, HUM elective (writing intensive).
Corequisites: NUR 2140, NUR 2310L, NUR 2523
A developmental approach is utilized to study the nursing
care of the child from birth through adolescence. Emphasis
is on wellness, growth and development, and the nursing
care of the child with alterations in health. This course may
require some basic computer skills and WebCT. The
instructor may demonstrate WebCT in class.

NUR 2310L PEDIATRIC NURSING CLINICAL-AS

2 laboratory hours 0 credits

Prerequisites: NUR 1204/1204L or NUR 121 1/121 IL,
NUR 1932, NUR 2424/2424L, DEP 2004, PSY 2012,
MCB 2013C, HUM elective (writing intensive).
Corequisites: NUR 2140, NUR 2310L, NUR 2523
The clinical setting provides the student with the
opportunity to develop his/her role as provider of care,
manager of care, and professional within the discipline of
nursing as it relates to the care of children.

NUR 2424 MATERNAL NURSING CONCEPTS-AS

2 Class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: NUR 121 1/121 IL or NUR 1204/1204L,
NUR 1511 (Basic) DEP 2004, PSY 2012
Corequisites: NUR 2310/2310L, NUR 1511 (AP), NUR
2424L

This course focuses on the nursing care of childbearing
women and their families through all stages of pregnancy
and childbirth, as well as care of the newborn. Emphasis is
on the process of labor, birth, and recovery, teaching about
pregnancy, and parenting skills. Women's health issues are
also discussed. This course may require some basic
computer skills and WebCT. The instructor may
demonstrate WebCT in class.

NUR 2424L MATERNAL NURSING CLINICAL-AS

1 laboratory hour 0 credits

Prerequisites: NUR 1211/1211L or NUR 1204/1204L,
NUR 1511 (Basic) DEP 2004, PSY 2012
Corequisites: NUR 2310/2310L, NUR 1511 (AP), NUR
2424L

The clinical setting provides the student with the
opportunity to care for women and to prepare women for
childbirth as well as develop the role of the nurse as provider

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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ot" care, manager of care, and professional within the
disciphne of nursing.

NUR 2523 MENTAL HEALTH CONCEPTS ACROSS
THE LIFESPAN

1 class hour 1 Credit

Prerequisites: NUR 1511
Corequisites: NUR 2310/2310L

This second mental health course assists the students in
understanding dynamics of human behavior and acquiring
knowledge of mental health concepts related to anxiety and
to mental health disorders common at specific periods
across the lifespan. This course builds on mental health
concepts taught in the introductory course. Select mental
health experiences and activities will be incorporated into
NUR 2310L, Pediatric Nursing Concepts for Basic and
Advanced Placement students. These clinical learning
experiences will provide students with the opportunity to
further develop their roles as provider of care, manager of
care, and professional within the discipline of nursing. NUR
2510 may require students to utilize some basic computer
skills and computer-assisted instruction.

NUR 2530 NURSING FOR CLIENTS WITH MAJOR
MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS

1 class hour 1 credit
Prerequisites: NUR 2523

Corequisites: NUR 2260/2260L, NUR 2810/2810L
This third mental health course assists students in
understanding dynamics of human behavior and acquiring
knowledge of mental health concepts related to major
mental health disorders, including Mood Disorders,
Schizophrenia, and Substance Abuse. This course builds on
mental health concepts taught in the first two courses in the
series. Select mental health experiences and activities will
be incorporated into NUR 2260L, Advanced Aduh Nursing
II for Basic and Advanced Placement students. These
clinical learning experiences will provide students with the
opportunity to further develop their roles as provider of
care, manager of care, and professional within the discipline
of nursing. NUR 2530 may require students to utilize some
basic computer skills and computer-assisted instruction.

NUR 2810 PROFESSIONAL ISSUES AND ROLE
DEVELOPMENT-AS

2 class hours 4 Credits
Prerequisites: All nursing courses except NUR 2260/
2260L and NUR 2810L and all general education
requirements for the A.S. degree.

Corequisites: NUR 2260/2260L, NUR 2810L
This course is designed to facilitate the transition of the
student to entry level practitioner. An overview of trends
and issues in nursing and health care delivery is presented.
The course explores legal-ethical issues, management and
leadership concepts, and issues related to employment in
nursing. This course may require some basic computer
skills and WebCT. The instructor may demonstrate WebCT
in class.

NUR 2810L CLINICAL PRECEPTORSHIP-AS

96 Clinical hours/over 4 weeks 0 Credits

Prerequisites: All nursing courses except NUR 2810L
and all general education requirements for the A.S.
degree.

Corequisites: None

The focus of the clinical experience is on the progression of
the student from the educational setting and student role, to
functioning within the reality of the work place in a

professional role. This Level 2 clinical preceptorship teams
a student with a registered nurse mentor for an in-depth
clinical experience. Students are provided an opportunity to
synthesize and utilize knowledge gained during their
educational experience while functioning in the role of
provider of care. Opportunities are provided for students to
participate as a manager of client care, and to observe basic
management functions. Students are required to complete
this level 2, ninety-six hour clinical preceptorship, during
the final month in the nursing program. This course may
require some basic computer skills and WebCT. The
instructor may demonstrate WebCT in class.
*Nursing courses with clinicals are taught as unified
courses. A student must get a grade of "C" or above in
theory and a passing grade in clinical in each nursing course
attempted.
''*Nursing courses are currently under revision and subject to change.

NUTRITION

(See Science)

PARALEGAL STUDIES

PLA 1003 INTRODUCTION TO PARALEGAL
STUDIES-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course provides an overview of the training and
purpose of paralegals. It examines the role of the lawyer and
the paralegal in modem society, the ethical and professional
practice standards applicable to both lawyer and assistant,
and surveys the various fields of law to be covered in the
Paralegal Studies program.

PLA 1103 LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING I- AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101 Composition I

This course presents an introduction to legal research
including citation form, case law, reading and finding
statutes, legislative history, constitutional law, administrative
law, court rules, local rules, loose-leaf services, secondary
references, computer research, and ethical considerations.

PLA 21 14 LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING II-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: PLA 1103 Legal Research and Writing I

This course provides research and writing skills that the
paralegal needs, with emphasis on legal writing. The course is
intended to familiarize students with problems, procedures,
and ethics in legal research and writing. Computerized legal
research techniques using LEXIS are incorporated to
complement the techniques learned in PLA 1 103.

PLA 2200 LITIGATION-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101 Composition I

This course is designed to familiarize the student with the
structure of the federal and state judicial systems and their
jurisdictions. It introduces the student to the basic litigation
process and its procedural aspects by focusing on the
federal and state rules of civil procedure and evidence. It
includes comparisons of state and federal court rules, the
drafting of pleadings, and ethical considerations relating to
litigation.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

PLA 2202TORTS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101 Composition I

This course covers principles of tort litigation, lawyer and
client relationships, causes of action, remedies and
defenses, jurisdiction, commencement of lawsuits, rules of
procedure, pleadings, gathering evidence, and ethical
considerations.

PLA 2433 BUSINESS ORGANIZATION AND
GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101 Composition I

This course provides a study of sole proprietorships,
partnerships, and corporations. Includes ethical consider-
ations and governmental regulations.

PLA 2600 WILLS, TRUST AND PROBATE-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101 Composition I

This course provides instruction in estate planning, wills,
probate practice and procedures, jurisdiction, functions of
lawyers and personal representatives, initial steps in
probate, inventory and appraisal, creditors claims,
distribution and discharge, ancillary administration, and
ethical considerations.

PLA 2610 REAL ESTATE LAW AND PROPERTY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101 Composition I

This course provides a study of ownership, title issues, legal
descriptions, real estate contracts, real estate transfers and
transactions, real estate closings, and ethical consider-
ations.

PLA 2763 LAW OFFICE MANAGEMENT-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101 Composition I

This course covers principles of organization and
management, management styles, communications pro-
cess, utilizing legal assistants, management of office
employees, office environment, office systems, office
functions, financial management, and ethical consider-
ations in law office management.

PLA 2800 FAMILY LA W-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: ENC 1101 Composition I

This course presents a study of various aspects of family
law including marriage, premarital and other agreements,
annulment, dissolution of marriage, separation agreements,
child custody, child support, alimony, judicial separation,
adoptions, and ethical considerations relating to the field of
family law.

PLA 2931 SPECLVLIZED TOPICS IN PARALEGAL

STUDIES - A A 1 -3 Credits

These courses are intended to explore a wide range of
varying topics in law, and to provide students with an
increased understanding of the legal and ethical
implications of the subject at hand. Topics to be offered will
provide a broad range of specialized subject matter, and will
be selected in areas of current interest or in highly focused
areas within the law. Topics may vary from one semester to
another. Topics will be offered as one, two or three credits
and can be combined with other topics for up to three hours
of elective credit.

PHILOSOPHY

IDS 1350 CRITICAL THINKING-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is designed to develop higher level reasoning
and problem-solving skills which can be effectively
transferred to other subject areas. Emphasis includes
specialized vocabulary development and verbal and
quantitative reasoning skills. Students will apply creative
and critical reasoning skills to brainstorming, patterns of
thinking, questioning and effective problem-solving
strategies. Fundamentals of logic, analogies, perceptions
and learning styles are also explored.

PHI 2010 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

A basic course in philosophical thinking. Selected readings
from Socrates to Sartre are included.

PHI 2100 LOGIC: REASONING AND CRITICAL
THINKING-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This is a basic course in methods and principles in the
development of correct reasoning.

PHI 2600 ETHICS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This is a basic course in philosophical thinking about
morality, moral problems, and moral judgments.

REL 2300 WORLD RELIGIONS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents a scholarly introduction to the major
religious traditions of the world. Course material includes
historical background, function in society, philosophical
tenets and sacred texts drawn from Hinduism, Buddhism,
Taoism, Confucianism, Shintoism, Judaism, Christianity
and Islam. (I)

PHOTOGRAPHY

(See Art)

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

(See Science)

PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
PROGRAM

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is delivered to the stu-
dents through an inter-institutional agreement via distance learn-
ing technology from Broward Community College (BCC) in Fort
Lauderdale, Florida. That is, there is a two-way audio and video
interaction with a classroom located on the Lee County campus
of Edison College. The degree is granted by Broward Commu-
nity College. For information regarding the scheduling of these
classes, please call 489-9494.

PHT 1010 PHYSICAL PRINICPLES FOR THE
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
1 class hour per week 1 Credit

Prerequisites: none
Corequisites: PHT 1200, PHT 1103
Course introduces the student to the basic physical
principles that apply to commonly utilized therapeutic

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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procedures in the field of physical therapy. Topics include
but are not limited to body mechanics, ergonomics, the use
of heat, cold, sound and electricity to facilitate healing.

PHT 1103 ANATOMY FOR PHYSICAL
THERAPIST ASSISTANT

3 class hours per week 3 Credits

Prerequisites: none
Corequisites: none

Course introduces basic human anatomy with an emphasis
on the structure and function of the skeletal and muscular
systems. Actions, origins, insertions and innervations of
muscles are discussed. Surface anatomy is presented with
an introduction to basic palpation.

PHT 1 103L ANATOMY FOR PHYSICAL THERAPIST
ASSISTING LAB

2 hours per week 1 Credit
Prerequisites: none

Corequisites: none

Laboratory sessions for Anatomy for PTA (PHT 1 103) are
designed to provide the students with an opportunity .to
identify, with accuracy, a variety of bones, bony landmarks,
muscles, ligaments and other soft tissue structures using
graphics and various anatomical specimens/models. Basic
palpation skills are developed.

PHT 1200 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL THERAPY

3 class hours per week 3 Credits
Prerequisites: none

Corequisites: PHT 1103, PHT 1010

Course introduces the student to the historical background,
philosophy and goals of physical therapy as a profession. It
incorporates discussion on legal and ethical issues,
educational requirements, supervisory relationships and
current developments related to physical therapy. Health
care delivery systems, the medical record and issues of
reimbursement are discussed. Presents the basic theory of
body mechanics, preparation of the patient and the
treatment area, positioning and transferring techniques, gait
training, and wheelchair prescription. Professional behav-
iors are introduced.

PHT 1200L INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL THERAPY
LAB

2 hours per week 1 Credit

Prerequisites: none

Corequisites: PHT 1103, PHT 1010

Laboratory sessions for Introduction to Physical Therapy
(PHT 1200) are designed to allow the students an
opportunity to familiarize themselves with the basic
fundamentals of patient care. Emphasis is placed on body
mechanics analysis, positioning procedures, transfers, gait
training, and basic patient care skills. Case Studies of
various medical conditions with emphasis in these areas are
completed. Data collection relative to the course content as
well as patient and caregiver education are emphasized.
Skill checks as well as competency evaluations are
completed. Professional behaviors, at the novice level, are
assessed.

PHT 1211 DISABILITIES AND THERAPEUTIC
PROCEDURES I

2 class hours per week 2 Credits

Prerequisites: PHT 1200, PHT 1103

Corequisite: PHT 2224

Course introduces the student to the theory and practical

application of physical therapy modalities. The physiologi-

cal effects of and the indications/contraindications of
patient care interventions such as heat, cold, radiant
therapy, electrotherapy, traction, intermittent compression
and massage are presented. Principles of effective
documentation and discharge planning are discussed.
Problem-solving skills are detailed.

PHT 1211L DISABILITIES AND THERAPEUTIC
PROCEDURES I LAB

4 hours per week 2 Credits

Prerequisites: PHT 1200L, PHT 1103L
Corequisites: none

Laboratory sessions for Disabilities and Therapeutic
Procedures (PHT 1211) are designed to develop student
skills in the actual performance of the patient care
interventions presented. Skills in massage are developed.
Practical application of each intervention is emphasized
with patient simulations and case studies enhancing the
ability to understand a plan of care for a patient. Data
collection relative to the course content as well as patient
and caregiver education are emphasized. Case studies of
various medical conditions with emphasis on modality
interventions are completed. Skill checks as well as
comptency evaluations are completed. Students are
expected to demonstrate competency in carrying out an
appropriate therapeutic modality plan of care including
effective documentation. Professional behaviors, at the
intermediate level, are assessed.

PHT 1300 SURVEY OF PATHOLOGICAL DEFICITS

4 class hours per week 4 Credits

Prerequisites: none
Corequisite: PHT 1200

Course introduces the student to general pathological
conditions with emphasis on those commonly seen in the
field of physical therapy. Basic system anatomy is reviewed
with an emphasis on the pathophysiology of disease.
Student presentations of various musculoskeletal condi-
tions are completed. Descriptions of how diseases are
classified, diagnosed and treated, as well as the natural
course/prognosis of these diseases are presented. Implica-
tions of disease processes as well as contraindications
precautions and patient/caregiver education related to
physical therapy are discussed through cases studies. When
relevant, specific physical therapy plans, such as chest PT,
are discussed through case study analysis. The effects of
aging upon disease and in general are considered.

PHT 1350 BASIC PHARMACOLOGY FOR PHYSICAL
THERAPIST ASSISTANTS

1 class hour per week 1 Credit
Prerequisites: none

Corequisite: PHT 1211

Course introduces concepts of basic pharmacology and
presents pharmacological agents dispensed for conditions
commonly seen in physical therapy. Drug responses and
interactions as they relate to patient response are discussed.

PHT 1020 THERAPEUTIC COMMUNICATION FOR
THE PT ASSISTANT

2 Contact Hours 2 Credits
Prerequisites: none

Corequisite: none

An overview of effective communication skills and
concepts regarding successful therapeutic interactions will
be presented. Students will participate in several interactive
sessions to become familiar with team building, verbal and
non-verbal communication, effective listening concepts

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

and conflict management to determine how to manage
clinical situations as they arise. Cultural diversity is
discussed. Students are responsible for developing an in-
service presentation as a means of enhancing effectiveness
of communication.

PHT 1801L CLINICAL PRACTICUM I

20 hours per week 2 Credits

Prerequisites: PHT 1103, PHT 1211
Corequisites: none

Course involves student assignment to a local clinical
facility. Includes scheduled class meetings to discuss
clinical performance objectives, the self-appraisal process,
and overall requirements for this novice level practicum.
Discussions also include professionalism, attitudes, patient
rapport, sexual harassment, etc. A journal report of clinical
experiences and an article review are required. Weekly
online discussion forums facilitate critical thinking, peer
review, and managing clinical situations at the novice level.
Students attend a personal conference with the academic
coordinator of chnical education to discuss progress and to
identify areas of strengths/weaknesses with appropriate
target dates and methods of amelioration if needed.
Students receive a satisfactory/fail grade.

PHT 2120 APPLIED KINESIOLOGY

2 class hours per week 2 Credits

Prerequisites: PHT 2224, PHT 2224L
Corequisite: PHT 2120L

This course is designed as part of a continuum in the
application of anatomy to facilitate student analysis of
functional movements with specific focus on the
relationship between joint structure and function. Join
structure and function including tests and measures for
ROM and muscular strength are reintroduced. Special
tesing procedures, joint play and palpation are introduced
which aid the student in understanding pathological
movement patterns. Normal gait is detailed as well as
discussion of implications of pathological gait patterns.
Orthotic interventions for the spine and extremities are
presented.

PHT 2120L APPLIED KINESIOLOGY LAB

2 hours per week 1 Credit

Prerequisite: PHT 2224
Corequisites: PHT 2120, PHT 2224L

Laboratory sessions for Applied Kinesiology (PHT2120)
are designed to provide opportunities for the students to
practice the skills of goniometry and manual muscle testing
along with special testing procedures. Observation of
normal and abnormal gait patterns as well as analysis of UE
and LE movement patterns are performed. Interventions are
developed to address functional deficits. Palpation of
surface anatomy and review of anatomical/bony landmarks
occurs. Through completion of case studies, the student
corrolates patient problems related to various pathologies
with their deficits in functional activies and gait.
Competency evaluations are completed.

PHT 2162 SURVEY OF NEUROLOGICAL DEFICITS

4 class hours per week 4 Credits

Prerequisites: PHT 2224, PHT 2224L
Corequisite: PHT 2810L

Course introduces the etiology, pathophysiology and
symptoms of common neuromuscular diseases/conditions.
Basic neuroanatomy is reviewed. Neurodiagnostic proce-
dures are presented. Specific case study assignments of
various neurological conditions are completed and discussed.

PHT 2224 DISABILITIES & THERAPEUTIC
PROCEDURES II

3 class hours per week 3 Credits
Prerequisite: PHT 1103

Corequisite: PHT 1211

Course introduces concepts of therapeutic exercise with
regards to its principles and objectives. The theory of and
application of specific exercise regimes are presented.
Principles of ROM and stretching techniques are presented.
A basic introduction to goniometry and manual muscle
testing procedures is presented as it pertains to the
development of therapeutic exercise interventions.

PHT 2224L DISABILITIES & THERAPEUTIC
PROCEDURES II LAB

4 hours per week 2 Credits
Prerequisites: PHT 1103L, PHT 1200L
Corequisites: none

Laboratory sessions for Disabilities and Therapeutic
Procedures II (PHT 2224) are designed to provide the
student with observation and actual application of
therapeutic exercise in the laboratory setting. Case studies
of various medical conditions with emphasis on therapeutic
interventions are completed. ROM and stretching
techniques are practiced. Goniometry and manual muscle
testing procedures are practiced as they relate to the
provision of therapeutic exercise. Data collection relative to
the course content as well as patient and caregiver education
are emphasized. Skill checks as well as comptency
evaluations are completed. Students are expected to
demonstrate competency in developing and carrying out an
appropriate therapeutic program including effective
documentation. Professional behaviors, at the intermediate
level, are assessed.

PHT 2704 REHABILITATIVE PROCEDURES

2 class hours per week 2 Credits

Prerequisites: PHT 2162, PHT 2120, PHT 2120L
Corequisites: PHT 2820L, PHT 2931

Advanced course designed to develop skill in and
understanding of the underlying principles of advanced
physical therapy plans of care including motor learning
principles. Techniques presented include advanced
therapeutic exercise programs (stroke, spinal cord injured,
etc.) proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF),
Bobath and Brunnstrom. Amputations and principles of
prosthetics are detailed with fitting and check-out
procedures reviewed.

PHT 2704L REHABILITATIVE PROCEDURES LAB

2 hours per week 1 Credit

Prerequisites: PHT 2162, PHT 2120
Corequisites: PHT 2820L, PHT 2931

Laboratory sessions for Rehabilitative Procedures (PHT2704)
are designed for the students to practice the utilization of
developmental postures in patient interventions as well as
PNF, facilitation/inhibition techniques and others forms of
advanced therapeutic exercise approaches. Stump wrapping
and therapeutic management prosthetic patients are practiced.
Case studies of various medical conditions with emphasis on
advanced therajjeutic exercise approaches as well as
application of prosthetic principles are completed. Data
collection relative to the course content as well as patient and
caregiver education are emphasized. Skill checks are
completed. Students are exf)ected to demonstrate competency
in developing and carrying out appropriate interventions for a
patient with neurological deficits. Professional behaviors, at
the entry level, are assessed.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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PHT 2810L CLINICAL PRACTICUM II

24 hours per week 6 Credits

Prerequisite: PHT 1810L
Corequisite: PHT 2162

Course involves student assignment to local clinical
facility. Includes scheduled class meetings to review
clinical performance objectives, the self-appraisal process,
and overall requirements for this intermediate level
practicum. Class discussions are held to share and discuss
experiences, patient care problems, learning styles,
cooperative group participation, acceptance and implemen-
tation of constructive criticism, etc. A clinical journal and
an in-service are required. Weekly online discussion
forums facilitate critical thinking, peer review, and
managing clinical situations at the intermediate level.
Students attend a personal conference with the academic
coordinator of clinical education to discuss progress and to
identify areas of strengths/weaknesses with appropriate
target dates and methods of amelioration if needed.
Students receive a satisfactory/fail grade.

PHT 2820L CLINICAL PRACTICUM III

40 hours per week 5 Credits

Prerequisite: PHT 2810L
Corequisites: PHT 2704, PHT 2931

Course involves full time student assignment to a local
clinical facility. Includes scheduled class meetings to
discuss clinical performance objectives, the self-appraisal
process, and overall requirements for this entry level
practicum. A clinical journal, a case study report and a
research project are required. Class discussions are held to
share and discuss experiences, patient care problems,
readiness for the workplace, leadership responsibilities,
professional growth, etc. Weekly online discussion forums
facilitate critical thinking, peer review, and managing
clinical situations at the entry level. Students attend a
personal conference with the academic coordinator of
clinical education to discuss progress and to identify area of
strength/weaknesses with appropriate target dates and
methods of amelioration where necessary. Students receive
a satisfactory/fail grade.

PHT 2931 TRANSITION SEMINAR

2 class hours per week 2 Credits
Prerequisites: PHT 2162, PHT 2120
Corequisites: PHT 2704, PHT 2820L

A discussion and presentation seminar course on legal and
ethical issues, interpersonal skill refinement, employment
techniques, quality assurance, and career development.
Discharge planning concepts are reviewed. Empathy for
patients and enhanced understanding of the challenges of a
disability are explored through a community advocacy
project. A capstone project is completed to assess entry
level preparation. The course also provides a comprehen-
sive curriculum review and presents details on applying
for licensure as students prepare for the transition to the
work place.

POLITICAL SCIENCE

INR 2002 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course presents the interactions of nation states in
terms of political, economic, psychological, and cultural
factors; power, morality and law among states. Conflict

and cooperation in the pursuit of national interests, and
international political systems and their functions is
covered. (I)

POS 2041 AMERICAN NATIONAL GOVERNMENT-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course covers the national government within the
American federal system. Functions, processes, and
contemporary problems of American political systems,
along with political parties, pressure groups, elections.
Congress, the Presidency, and the Supreme Court are also
discussed.

POS 21 12 AMERICAN STATE AND LOCAL
POLITICS-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course emphasizes practical politics and functional
government. A critical analysis of state and community
political systems and processes is covered using the
community as a laboratory, and including contacts with
state/local officials. Internships are encouraged and credit
for practical experience is allowed when approved by
instructor.

POS 2601 THE CONSTITUTION-AA (**)

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course introduces students to landmark Supreme
Court decisions and doctrines in American constitutional
law. Major social problems, social institutions, and the
scope of constitutional power will be explored.

PSYCHOLOGY

CLP 1000 PERSONAL AND SOCLVL ADJUSTMENT-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course covers practical psychology for coping with
everyday life. The course deals with psychological
principles of adjustment, emotional functioning, effective
relationships, and personal happiness.

DEP 2004 HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course includes a life span coverage of theories and
findings in human development, emphasizing the physical
and psychosocial growth of the individual from conception
to death. Emphasis is placed on the special problems and
challenges the individual faces at each stage of the life
cycle: prenatal development, infancy, childhood, adoles-
cence, adulthood, and old age.

DEP 2102 CHILD PSYCHOLOGY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: PSY 2012

This course presents an investigation of the forces which
shape and influence the growth and development of
children. The course is designed to be of value to those who
are or expect to be parents, teachers, or who plan to work
with children in any capacity.

DEP 2302 ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: PSY 2012

This course is an investigation of the transitional years
between childhood and adulthood. Emphasis is placed on
the changing self-concept of the young person and the
special problems unique to this stage of life.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

INP 2301 HUMAN RELATIONS IN BUSINESS AND
INDUSTRY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a study and analysis of personal and
personnel relationships in occupations. It covers the
techniques and dynamics underlying harmonious relation-
ships in work organizations, and the importance of the
working environment as it affects human services and
productivity.

PSY 2012 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is designed to give all students an introduction
to psychology as a science and an understanding of
psychology's applications to everyday life. The general
models and methods psychology uses are explored as well
as the factors that influence human behavior, including
physiology, genetics, sensation, perception, learning,
memory cognition, emotions, motives, personality,
abnormal behavior and social interaction.

PSY 2014 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY II-AA

3 class hour 3 Credits

Prerequisite: PSY 2012

This is the second course in introductory psychology
designed primarily for psychology majors. Emphasis is
placed on the basic principles and concepts of experimental
psychology, including scientific methodology and experi-
mental investigation, conditioning and learning, perception,
cognition, memory, motivation and neuro-psychology.

RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY

RTE 1000 INTRODUCTION TO RADIOGRAPHY AND
PATIENT CARE-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Corequisite: RTE 1503L

This course is an overview of medical imaging and an
investigation of patient care techniques applicable to the
practicing radiographer. It includes concepts on becoming a
technologist, practicing the profession, and competently
performing patient care in the medical environment.

RTE 1001 RADIOGRAPHIC PATHOLOGY/MEDICAL
TERMINOLOGY-AS

2 class hours 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Admission to Radiologic Technology
Program

This course is specifically designed for the radiography
student that combines a study of medical terminology with
common disease processes demonstrated radiographically.
The course follows a programmed text. Class discussions of
disease processes that correlate with terminology lessons
bridge these two areas and allow the student to apply new
terms to his/her field of study.

RTE 1418 PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHIC
EXPOSURE IAS

3 class hours 3 Credits
Prerequisite: Program Admittance

Corequisite: RTE 1503

The course leads the student through concepts related to
radiographic imaging including: beam restriction, grids,
radiographic film, processing, sensitometry, intensifying
screens, quality factors, and conversion techniques
involving manipulation of exposure parameters.

RTE 1457 PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHIC
EXPOSURE II-AS

2 class hours 2 Credits
Prerequisite: RTE 1613

Corequisite: RTE 1814

This course is designed to build upon the concepts learned
in RTE 1613, Radiologic Physics, and RTE 1418,
Principles of Radiographic Exposure I. The course leads the
student through concepts related to radiographic imaging
including: film critique, exposure control systems including
fixed and variable kilovoltage technique chart construction,
automatic exposure control, and exposure conversion
methods.

RTE 1503 RADIOGRAPHIC POSITIONING IAS

3 class hours 3 Credits
Corequisites: RTE 1418 and RTE 1503L

This course presents a study of radiographic positioning
procedures covering the upper and lower extremities, chest
and abdomen. Concepts include radiographic anatomy and
film analysis. Radiation protection is stressed and
demonstrated for each procedure.

RTE 1503L RADIOGRAPHIC POSITIONING I LAB-AS

16 class hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: Admission into the Radiologic
Technology Program and preceding Practicum course.
Corequisites: Accompanying RTE courses for each
semester of study.

Affiliation agreements with various hospitals enable the
Edison Community College Radiologic Technology
student to gain valuable clinical experience in departments
of radiology. Each student has the opportunity to
demonstrate skills learned in the classroom in the clinical
setting. In this area, each student is assigned to the various
department subdivisions. The student works closely with a
registered radiologic technologist.

RTE 1513 RADIOGRAPHIC POSITIONING HAS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: RTE 1503 and 1503L
Corequisite: RTE 1804

This course is a continuation of positioning theory and
application started in RTE 1503. Radiographic procedures
studied include: the entire vertebral column, bony thorax,
upper and lower gastrointestinal systems, the biliary
system, and the genitourinary system.

RTE 1523 RADIOGRAPHIC POSITIONING III-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: RTE 1513 and 1804
Corequisite: RTE 1814

This course covers the procedures involved with
radiographic examinations of the head. X-ray studies
investigated include: bony calvarium, sella turcica, facial
bones, optic foramen, mandible, temperomandibular joints,
paranasal sinuses, and the temporal bone.

RTE 1573 RADIOLOGIC SCIENCE PRINCIPLES-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: RTE 1457
Corequisite: RTE 1824

This course is designed to teach radiography students
advanced imaging concepts related to their field. Topics
covered include: mobile radiography, fluoroscopy, tomog-
raphy, macro-radiography, duplication, subtraction, digital
imaging processing, and basic physical concepts related to
computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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Students learn advanced radiographic procedures including
venipuncture and mammography. Special consideration is
placed on positioning and exposre techniques that help the
radiographer consistently obtain optimum images of human
anatomy.

RTE 1613 RADIOGRAPHIC PHYSICS-AS

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: RTE 1418
Corequisite: RTE 1804

This course presents a study of the fundamental units of
measurement, the structure of matter, and the concepts of
work, force and energy. The course covers the following
basics of electricity: electrostatics, electrodynamics,
magnetism, and the electric generator. Concepts include
electromagnetic induction, transformers, rectifiers. X-ray
tubes, and the interactions that produce X-radiation.
Radiation measurement and basic radiation protection
concepts are also included.

RTE 1804 RADIOLOGY PRACTICUM IAS

24 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: Admission to the Radiologic
Technology Program and preceding Practicum course.
Corequisites: Accompanying RTE courses for each
semester of study.

Affiliation agreements with various hospitals enable
Edison Community College Radiologic Technology
students to gain valuable clinical experience in departments
of radiology. Each student has the opportunity to
demonstrate the skills learned in the classroom and
laboratory in the real clinical setting. In this area each
student is assigned to various department subdivisions. The
student at first works closely with a registered radiologic
technologist. As proficiency and speed increases, the
student performs examinations in an indirectly supervised
capacity. Clinical experience involves the student in
handling and care of patients and various radiographic
apparatus. The student learns to manipulate exposure
factors in all clinical situations under many different
conditions. Each student gains significant experience in
routine and special positioning methods, surgical
radiographic procedures, processing of radiographic film,
and maintaining radiographic records.

RTE 1814 RADIOLOGY PRACTICUM II-AS

24 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: Admission to the Radiologic
Technology Program and preceding Practicum course.
Corequisites: Accompanying RTE courses for each
semester of study.

radiographic procedures, processing of radiographic film,
and maintaining radiographic records.

RTE 1824 RADIOLOGY PRACTICUM III-AS

24 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: Admission to the Radiologic
Technology Program and preceding Practicum course.
Corequisites: Accompanying RTE courses for each
semester of study.

RTE 1951 RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
EQUIVALENCY ASSESSMENT-AS
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. 1 Credit

Equivalency Assessment is a process designed to assist
Registered Radiologic Technologists who desire to earn the
Associate in Science Degree in Radiologic Technology.
These individuals are graduates of accredited, hospital-
based, radiologic technology programs who are certified by
the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
(ARRT).

RTE 2061 RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY SEMINAR-AS
2 class hours 2 Credits

This is a final, comprehensive course that reviews and
interrelates concepts previously covered in the two-year
curriculum. It provides the student with a meaningful
approach to evaluate previous learning and to investigate
areas of needed preparation for employment and
credentialing. The course also includes employment
interview skills and related concepts such as resume
preparation.

RTE 2385 RADIATION BIOLOGY/PROTECTION-AS

2 class hours 2 Credits

Prerequisite: RTE 1613
Corequisite: RTE 2834

This course is an examination of radiation safety issues
related to the Radiologic Technology profession. Emphasis
is placed on concepts that increase one's awareness of the
responsibility to protect the public and self from
unnecessary radiation dose.

RTE 2473 QUALITY ASSURANCE-AS

1 class hour 1 Credit

Prerequisite: RTE 1418
Corequisite: RTE 2834

This course is designed to introduce the radiography
student to evaluation methodology of radiographic systems
to assure consistency in the production of quality images at
the lowest dose.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

RTE 2563 SPECIAL RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES
AND CROSS-SECTIONAL ANATOMY-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

Corequisites: RTE 1824

This course offers an investigation of the anatomy,
equipment, and techniques for special radiographic
procedures. Included are angiographic, neuroradiographic,
and interventional procedures. Infrequent, but interesting
studies are also covered such as lymphography and
sialography. Included in this course is an introduction to
cross-sectional anatomy as demonstrated by digital
imaging techniques.

RTE 2834 RADIOLOGY PRACTICUM IV-AS

24 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: Admission to the Radiologic
Technology Program and preceding Practicum course.
Corequisites: Accompanying RTE courses for each
semester of study.

RTE 2844 RADIOLOGY PRACTICUM V-AS

16 class hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: Admission to the Radiologic
Technology Program and preceding Practicum course.
Corequisites: Accompanying RTE courses for each
semester of study.

RTE 2854 RADIOLOGY PRACTICUM VI-AS

20 class hours 2 Credits

Prerequisites: Admission to the Radiologic
Technology Program and preceding Practicum course.
Corequisites: Accompanying RTE courses for each
semester of study.

READING

REA 9001 READING SKILLS I (*)

6 class and laboratory hours 6 Credits

Prerequisite: Placement testing or permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

This is a classroom/laboratory course that incorporates
mastery learning using a textbook, software, and a learning
contract. It is designed to develop vocabulary literal reading
skills, summarizing and sequencing skills, and a reading
study system.

REA 9002 READING SKILLS II (*)

6 class hours and laboratory hours 6 Credits

Prerequisite: Placement testing or permission of
Associate District Dean of Academic Support
Programs.

This is a required classroom/laboratory course for students
whose reading test scores indicate a need for the
development of reading skills. Emphasis is placed on
improving literal and inferential comprehension, vocabu-
lary, rate, listening, writing, and study skills.

REA 9003 READING SKILLS III (*)

6 class hours and laboratory hours 6 Credits

Prerequisite: REA 9002, or placement testing, or
permission of Associate District Dean of Academic
Support Programs.

This is a classroom/laboratory course which is required for
students whose reading test scores indicate a need for the
development of reading skills. This is an integrated course
of literal and inferential comprehension, vocabulary, rate
and flexibility, listening, writing and study skills. A state
exit test must be passed to exit this course.

REA 1605 STUDY SKILLS FOR COLLEGE
STUDENTS-AA
1 class hour 1 Credit

This course is designed to introduce specific study
strategies, encourage self-determination, and student
motivation. Emphasis is placed on individual application of
different learning techniques for all college students.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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REAL ESTATE

(See Business/Management/Finance)

RESPIRATORY CARE

RET 1024 INTRODUCTION TO CARDIOPULMONARY
TFXHNOLOGY-AS
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a survey of the field including terminology
and basic skills related to asepsis. The historical
development of and current trends in cardiopulmonary
technology are discussed. Basics of cardiopulmonary
anatomy and physiology are introduced.

RET 1402 PULMONARY ELECTRONIC
INSTRUMENTATION-AS

1 class hour, 3 laboratory hours 2 Credits

Prerequisite: RET 1616

This course is an introduction to basic respiratory
treatments and technologies.

RET 1616C CARDIOPULMONARY ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY-AS

1 class hour, 3 laboratory hours 2 Credits
Prerequisite: RET 1024

This course covers cardiopulmonary anatomy and
physiology, blood gas analysis, and other hemodynamic
calculations required in cardiopulmonary physiology.

RET 1821L FRESHMAN CLINICAL I- AS

6 laboratory hours 2 Credits

Prerequisite: RET 1024

This pre-clinical course consists of supervised clinical
practice in the on campus cardiopulmunary laboratories.
Areas of concentration in this course are respiratory care or
cardiac catheterization - students will receive hands-on
instruction and be able to practice in realistic clinical
environments.

RET 2234C RESPIRATORY CARE IAS

2 class hours, 6 laboratory hours 4 Credits
Prerequisite: RET 1616C

Corequisites: RET 2874L, RET 2254C
In this course medical gas, humidity and nebulization
concepts are presented, as well as fundamentals of
respiratory equipment and mechanical ventilation and
pharmacology. Clinical experience affords the student the
opportunity to observe basic respiratory procedures and
equipment maintenance.

RET 2244 CRITICAL CARE APPLICATIONS-AS

2 class hours, 6 laboratory hours 2 Credits
Prerequisite: RET 2234C

Corequisites: RET 2876L, RET 2930

This course presents an in-depth study of critical care
measures for medical, surgical, and emergency patients.
Inter-aortic balloon pumping, Swan-Ganz cath. monitoring
and chest tube management are also presented.

RET 2254C RESPIRATORY CARE THERAPEUTICS-AS

3 class hours, 5 laboratory hours 4 Credits
Prerequisite: RET 1616C

Corequisite: RET 2234C

This course teaches the theory, application and evaluation
of Respiratory Care treatment modalities, as well as

employing communication skills with physicians, patients
and other health care providers.

RET 2264C RESPIRATORY CARE HAS

2 class hours, 6 laboratory hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: RET 2234C

Corequisites: RET 2875L, RET 2414C

This course deals with the theory and application of

techniques of artificial mechanical ventilation for neonate,

pediatric and adult populations as well as other forms of

patient monitoring.

RET 2414C PULMONARY STUDIES-AS

2 class hours, 3 laboratory hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: RET 2234C
Corequisites: RET 2264C, RET 2875L

Concentrating on diagnostic techniques and patient
assessment, this course presents the theory, calibration,
operation and clinical application of instruments used for
recording and evaluating pulmonary function. It also
reviews pulmonary pathophysiology and treatment.

RET 2714 NEONATAL-PEDIATRIC
RESPIRATORY CARE

2 class hours, 2 laboratory hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: RET 2234

Corequisites: RET 2264C, RET 2414C, RET 2875L

This course covers the development and physiology of the
fetal and neonatal lung including perinatal circulation,
pulmonary function in infants, and developmental
physiology of the lung. Neonatal and pediatric pulmonary
disorders and their corresponding respiratory care are
emphasized.

RET 2874L CLINICAL PRACTICUM II-AS

12 laboratory hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: RET 1616C
Corequisites: RET 2234C, RET 2254C

Under supervision, the student assists the therapist in
respiratory procedures in both in-patient and outpatient
situations. Class presentation involves instruction in the
rationale for procedures.

RET 2875L CLINICAL PRACTICUM UI-AS

12 laboratory hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: RET 2874L
Corequisites: RET 2264C, RET 2414C

Supervised clinical practice at an affiliated hospital. Areas
of concentration in this critical care clinical course are
arterial blood gasses, mechanical ventilation, ventaliation
monitoring, ECG monitoring, chest x-ray evaluation, aortic
ballon pumping, Swan-Ganz catheterization and monitor-
ing, cardiac output determination, chest tube drainage, and
airway management.

RET 2876L CLINICAL PRACTICUM IV-AS

18 laboratory hours 5 Credits

Prerequisites: RET 2875, RET 2264C
Corequisites: RET 2930, RET 2244

Under supervision, the student participates in respiratory
care measures in all areas of the acute care facility. Students
maintain equipment, participate in emergency procedures
and pulmonary function testing as well as observation
rotations in the home care setting and physician practice.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

RET 2930 RESPIRATORY CARE PRACTITIONER AS A
PROFESSIONAL-AS

2 class hours 2 Credits
Prerequisite: RET 2264C

Corequisites: RET 2876L, RET 2244

In this course the professional relationship of the
respiratory therapist is presented and a basic research
format is emphasized with an added option of taking an
ACLS class.

RET 2934 TOPICS IN RESPIRATORY CARE-
HYPERBARIC OXYGEN MEDICAL/
TECHNICAL ASPECTS-AS

(elective)

3 class hours 3 Credits
Prerequisite: High School Graduate

This course is designed to teach the student theory,
application and evaluation of Special Procedures in
Respiratory Care. Students learn hyperbaric medicine and
other special topics.

SCIENCE

Note: It is recommended that all college preparatory classes be
completed prior to enrollment in ANY Science Course.

~ General Science ~

ISC lOOlC FOUNDATION OF INTERDISCIPLINARY
SCIENCE I-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

Foundations of Interdisciplinary Science is designed to
provide a broad foundation in science for both education
and non-education, non-science majors. The two course
sequence emphasizes scientific and laboratory activities in
a hands on learning environment. ISCIOOIC addresses the
scientific method, geologic processes and the structure of
the earth, the solar system and star formation, electricity and
magnetism and wave energy.

ISC 1002C FOUNDATION OF INTERDISCIPLINARY
SCIENCE U-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This is an introductory science course. The fields of nuclear
energy, chemistry, and environmental biology are included.
The relationships of science to other fields of knowledge
and to society are also included. This course is recommened
as a general education course for non-science majors.

~ Anatomy -

BSC 1093C ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I-AA

5 class hours 5 Credits

Prerequisite: BSC 1005 or BSC 1010

This is a combined lecture/lab course format designed for
students in the biological, medical, and health-related
fields. This course emphasizes the structure and function of
the human body. Topics covered are: introduction to
anatomy, tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system,
muscular system, nervous system, and special senses.

BSC 1094C ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II-AA

5 class hours 5 Credits

Prerequisite: BSC 1093C

This is a combined lecture/lab course format designed to be
the sequel to BSC 1093C. This course examines how the
body's organ systems work together to maintain
homeostasis. The following topics are covered: the

endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic and
immune systems, respiratory system, digestive system,
urinary system, fluid and electrolyte balance, and
reproduction.

BSC 1097L SPECIAL LABORATORY TOPICS
IN A&P I-AA

1 laboratory hour 1 Credit

Prerequisite: BSC 1005 or BSC 1010,
Corequisite: BSC 1093C

This course presents special topics and selected laboratory
activities in anatomy and physiology which enhance the
concepts presented in BSC 1093C.

BSC 1098L SPECL^L LABORATORY TOPICS IN A&P H
1 laboratory hour 1 Credit

Prerequisite: BSC 1093C
Corequisite: BSC 1094C

This course presents special topics and selected laboratory
activities in anatomy and physiology will enhance the
concepts presented in BSC 1094C.

HSC 1531 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: none

This course is designed to provide a basis for understanding,
utilizing, and pronouncing the vocabulary used by health care
professionals. The language of medicine becomes under-
standable through the study of word roots, combining forms,
prefixes, and suffixes. Major disease processes and
pathological conditions of specific body systems are
discussed along with diagnostic and surgical terms.
Classroom exercises are included to help form and pronounce
words and define word roots. This course has no
accompanying laboratory and therefore cannot be used to
meet the science requirement at Edison Conmiunity College.

~ Astronomy ~

AST 2002 UNIVERSE: THE INFINITE FRONTIER-AA
3 lecture hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MAT 1033 or higher, or permission of
instructor

Universe: The Infinite Frontier is a three (3) credit,
independent study course in Astronomy having two (2)
components: a student textbook, and 26-half hour video
programs. The course covers topics contained in four (4)
units: Exploring the Sky, The Stars. The Universe of
Galaxies, and Planets in Perspective.

AST 2002L UNIVERSE: THE INFINITE FRONTIER
LABORATORY-AA
1 laboratory hour 1 Credit

A concurrent 1 credit lab, this course is offered with the
AST 2002 Universe: The Infinite Frontier telecourse
program. The lab provides hands-on experience that
reinforce the topics contained in the 4 units: Exploring the
Sky. The Stars. The Universe of Galaxies, and Planets in
Perspective. This course is only to be taken in conjunction
with the accompanying lecture AST 2002 and meets weekly
only during Summer A.

AST 2005 ASTRONOMY I-AA

3 lecture hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MAT 1033 or higher, or permission of
instructor

This course is part one of a two-semester sequence
designed to provide an orientation to the night sky and

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hands-on use of the astronomer's tools in the study of our
solar system. AST 2005 and AST 2006 may be taken in any
order. Laboratory is required to satisfy the natural sciences
graduation requirement.

AST 2005L ASTRONOMY I LABORATORY-AA

1 laboratory hour 1 Credit

This is the first of a two-semester course utilizing
astronomy tools, incorporating laboratory which utilizes an
observatory, planetarium and astrophotography or imaging
equipment. This course is to be taken only in conjunction
with the accompanying lecture AST 2005.

AST 2006 ASTRONOMY II-AA

3 lecture hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MAT 1033 or higher or permission of
instructor

This course is part two of the two-semester astronomy
sequence but may be taken without having taken AST 2005.
AST 2006 goes beyond the solar system to explore the
workings of stars and galaxies, as well as the origin and
expansion of the universe. AST 2005 and AST 2006 may be
taken in any order. Laboratory is required to satisfy the
natural sciences graduation requirement.

AST 2006L ASTRONOMY II LABORATORY-AA

1 laboratory hour 1 Credit

This advanced laboratory makes continued use of
observatory-collected data through imaging equipment, as
well as Internet-accessible data, through use of Hubble
telescope images. This course is to be taken only in
conjunction with the accompanying lecture AST 2006.

~ Biological Science ~

BSC 1005 INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGICAL
SCIENCES-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This survey course provides a foundation for BSC lOlO-i-

BSC 1093C and MCB 2013C. Topics included are

chemistry for biological sciences, biology of the cell, and

heredity. The course will include lecture/discussion, group

activities and computer simulations.

-I- This course is not a pre-requisite for BSC 1010,

however, it is recommended for those who have had no

prior experience with biological sciences course work. It

is designed primarily as a prerequisite for Anatomy and

Microbiology.

BSC 1010 BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This introduction to cell biology is designed to meet
entrance requirements for upper division majors in biology,
psychology or other pre-professional programs. The course
addresses and integrates concepts associated with the basic
physical and chemical properties of living matter as the
relate to the structure and function of the cell, cell
reproduction, Mendelian and molecular genetics (DNA
replication and gene expression), energy metabolism,
metabolic control systems, and cell to cell communication
systems.

BSC lOlOL BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE I
LABORATORY-AA
3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

The laboratory which accompanies Biological Science I
emphasizes the development of scientific reasoning,
formulation of problem statements, development of

investigational techniques and data collection skills used to
evaluate scientific hypotheses. Investigations using
computer-based simulation and hands-on exercises
instrumental techniques common to studies of cell biology
are employed to study topics introduced in BSC 1010.

BSC 1011 BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE II-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: BSC 1010

This course builds on the principles presented in BSC
lOlO.The major themes of this course are the structural and
functional adaptations of populations of organisms which
permit global biological diversity, the underlying principles
of population genetics through which new adaptations
arise, and the impact of natural selection and its ecological
basis over time.

BSC lOllL BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE II
LABORATORY-AA
3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

Investigations using computer-based simulation and
hands-on exercises employing instrumental and field study
techniques common to organism level biological studies are
introduced to study topics employed in BSC 1011.
Laboratory activities include outdoor activities on and off
campus.

BSC 1050C ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY: MAN AND
ENVIRONMENT-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This is a combined lecture and lab format designed for non-
science majors and approaches topics in environmental
science by studying the impact of humans. Contemporary
ecological issues are explored in relation to problems of
local, regional, national and global concern. Activities
involve combined lecture, lab and field trip activities
including discussions and debates of local problems, as well
as national and global issues.

BSC 1051C ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY: SOUTH
FLORIDA ENVIRONMENTS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This is a combined lecture and lab format designed for non-
science majors and studies the natural processes, field study
methods and the identification of biotic and abiotic
components of the major ecosystems of South Florida.

MCB 2013C MICROBIOLOGY-AA

5 class hours 5 Credits

Prerequisites: BSClOlO and CHM2030 or BSC1093C

This combined course gives an introduction to microbiol-
ogy emphasizing principles of basic morphology,
physiology, biochemistry, genetic mechanisms and a
survey of representative types of nonpathogenic and
pathogenic microorganisms.

~ Botany ~

BOT 2010C BOTANY WITH LABORATORY-AA (**)

4 combined class and laboratory hours 4 Credits
Prerequisite: BSC 1010

This course combines lecture, laboratory and field
experience in morphology, development, genetics, and
systems of plants. Ecological relationships are emphasized.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

~ Chemistry ~

CHM 2030 INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE
CHEMISTRY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Corequisite: CHM 2030L

This course is a one semester course designed as a
preparatory course both for those students planning to enter
the CHM 2045/2046 sequence or for those allied health
students needing a chemistry prerequisite. . This
introductory course covers matter, energy and measure-
ments, problem solving techniques, the atom and periodic
table, chemical bonding, chemical formulas, chemical
reactions, stoichiometry, gases, liquids, solutions and acids
and bases, equilibrium, kinetics and thermodynamics.

CHM 2030L INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE
CHEMISTRY LABORATORY-AA
3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

Corequisite: CHM 2030

This laboratory course begins by emphasizing the
appropriate use of units and mathematical techniques
important to chemistry and to science and health disciplines
in general. An introduction to chemistry laboratory
sampling and measurement techniques is included in the
second half of the course.

CHM 2033L CHEMISTRY LAB FOR HEALTH
SCIENCES-AA

3 laboratory hours 1 Credit*

Corequisite: CHM 2030

This laboratory/recitation course for health science and
nursing majors develops laboratory skills and problem
solving skills for chemistry and scientific measurements.
*This lab will meet for three hours for 1/3 of the semester.

CHM 2045 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: CHM 2030

This course is the first half of a two semester general
chemistry sequence. It deals, in depth, with the topics of
matter, chemical measurement, stoichiometry, atomic
theory, bonding and molecular geometries.

CHM 2045L GENERAL CHEMISTRY I
LABORATORY-AA

3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

This general chemistry laboratory emphasizes chemical
measurement techniques and stoichiometry. The use of a
graphing calculator for the collection of data, as well as,
analysis and presentation of data is an integral part of this
laboratory experience.

CHM 2046 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: CHM 2045

This course is the second part of the two semester general
chemistry sequence. It covers thermodynamics, equilib-
rium, kinetics, oxidation-reduction and electrochemistry.

CHM 2046L GENERAL CHEMISTRY U
LABORATORY-AA
3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

This laboratory course emphasizes thermodynamics and
kinetics through appropriate laboratory-based investiga-
tions. Data collection techniques with graphing calculators,
computers, and spectrophotometers are important features
of this laboratory.

CHM 2210 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisites: CHM 2045/CHM 2046.

This is the first part of a college-level two semester organic
chemistry course designed for students entering such fields
as Medicine, Dentistry, Chiropractic, Pharmacy and other
4-year-plus programs in the Health area as well as the
Physical Science areas.

CHM 2210L ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
LABORATORY-AA

4 laboratory hours every other week 2 Credits

This general organic chemistry laboratory course includes a
development of basic macroscale measurement techniques
in organic chemistry.

CHM 2211 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II-AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

Prerequisite: CHM 2210

This course is the second part of the two semester organic
chemistry sequence.

CHM 221 IL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY H
LABORATORY-AA
4 laboratory hours every other week 2 Credits

The second organic chemistry laboratory course utilizes
microscale techniques in organic chemistry.

~ Envrionmental Science ~

EVS 2891C HYDROGEOLOGIC SAMPLING - AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course addresses the theory and practice of collecting
and analyzing hydrogeologic data in groundwater,
stormwater and surface water. The course includes an
overview of regulatory agency permitting and hands-on
experience in sample collection, data recording, data
storage and analysis.

EVS 2893C ECOLOGIC SAMPLING - AA

4 class hours 4 Credits

This course addresses the theory and practice of collecting
and analyzing ecological data in terrestrial, wetland,
freshwater and saltwater ecosystems. The course includes
an overview of regulatory agency permitting and hands-on
experience in sample collection, data recording, data
storage and analysis. This is a "capstone" course that
provides students an opportunity to apply skills developed
in previous courses to ecological sampling, data analysis
and report preparation; the course is recommended for the
sophmore year.

~ Geology ~

GLY 1000 EARTH REVEALED-AA

2 class hours 2 Credits

This is an independent study multimedia course in the earth
sciences. It includes twenty-six half-hour television
programs addressing such topics as mineralogy, volcanism,
environmental geology and plate tectonics. Generally, this
course serves as a brief introduction to the major principles
of physical geology.

GLY lOOOL EARTH REVEALED LABORATORY-AA

2-1/3 seven hour laboratory modules 1 Credit

This modular approach to the study of modem geology
incorporates three seven hour modules for the intensive
review necessary to complement a geology telecourse.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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Module 1 includes planetary and structural geology.
Module 2 emphasizes the study of minerals, igneous
sedimentary and metamorphic rocks. Module 3 provides
skills necessary to read aerial and terrain maps as well as
reviewing ground water and shoreline geologic processes.

GLY 1010 PHYSICAL GEOLOGY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

For both science and non-science majors. This course
includes the study of the earth's structure, three major rock
classifications, minerals, and the erosion factors of waters
and soils. May be taken before or after GLY 1 100.

GLY lOlOL PHYSICAL GEOLOGY LABORATORY-AA

3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

In this course students develop skills in mineral and rock
classifications and erosion factors, develop proficiency
with aerial and surface map-reading skills, as well as
development of the scientific method and paradigms to
analyze written, verbal and visual communication.

GLY 1100 HISTORICAL GEOLOGY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This is a study of the earth's history through the study of
rock layers, the interpretation of fossils, environmental
conditions in which fossils existed, the dynamic
interactions which brought about changes in earth structure.
The interpretation of the historical record and the
evolutionary changes occurring among certain marine life
and land flora and fauna is discussed. May be taken before
or after GLY 1010.

GLY llOOL HISTORICAL GEOLOGY
LABORATORY-AA

3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

In this laboratory course the students study topographic and
geological maps, fossils, and mineral materials that support
the historical development of the planet Earth.

~ Marine Science ~

OCB 2010 MARINE BIOLOGY-AA (**)

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: BSC 1010 or one year of high school
biology, or permission of instructor

This course is an introduction to the biology of the sea and
elementary oceanography. Emphasis is placed on living
organisms of the sea and their marine environment.

OCB 2010L MARINE BIOLOGY LABORATORY-AA (**)
3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

This laboratory course emphasizes field collection methods
and organism identification. Measurements are made with
respect to the physio-chemical properties of the sea and
water column profiles, as well as the pattern of waves in
currents. The taxonomy laboratory includes identification
of a variety of invertebrate and vertebrate organisms. Boat-
centered field experiences are frequently utilized.

OCE lOOlC OCEANOGRAPHY I: A

MULTIDISCIPLINARY SCIENCE-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Oceanography is a true science but not a traditional science.
Oceanography is a multidisciplinary field, which encom-
passes the traditional fields of biology, geology, chemistry
and physics. The beauty of oceanography is that it actually
incorporates specific subsets of information from each of
these disciplines in an integrated fashion. This course

provides an overview of each of these fields is provided
with the ocean environment as a general model. The marine
environment of Southwest Florida provides an excellent
laboratory setting to accomplish the overall objective of the
course enabling students to see connections between the
disciplines of biology, chemistry, physics, meteorology,
economics and other disciplines traditionally viewed as
separate. For the most part, OCE lOOlC covers geological,
chemical, and physical oceanography. This course can be
taken in any order with OCE 1002C.

OCE 1002C OCEANOGRAPHY H: A

MULTIDISCIPLINARY SCIENCE-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Oceanography is a true science, but not a traditional
science. Oceanography is a multidisciplinary field which
encompasses the traditional fields of biology, geology,
chemistry and physics. The beauty of oceanography is that
it actually incorporates specific subsets of information from
each of these disciplines in an integrated fashion. This
course provides an overview of each of these fields is
provided with the ocean environment as a general model.
The marine environment of Southwest Florida provides an
excellent laboratory setting to accomplish the overall
objective of the course enabling students to see connections
between the disciplines of biology, chemistry, physics,
meteorology, economics and other disciplines traditionally
viewed as separate. OCE 1002C covers the most important
aspects of biological oceanography (= marine biology).
This course can be taken in any order with OCE lOOlC.

~ Nutrition ~

HUN 1201 NUTRITION-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This is an introductory course to the scientific principles of
nutrition, covering the role of specific nutrients, their
digestion, absorption, and metabolism, sources of the
nutrients and requirements of the various age groups. This
course cannot be used to meet the AA Science requirement
since it has no accompanying laboratory.

~ Physical Science ~

PHY 1007 PHYSICS FOR THE HEALTH SCIENCES-AS

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: MAC 1033, MGF 1106 or higher level
mathematics.

This one semester course for students in the health sciences
who need a background in physics which is broad in scope
and stresses applications in the health field. This course
cannot be used to meet the AA science requirement since it
has no accompanying laboratory.

PHY 1053 FUNDAMENTALS OF PHYSICS I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: MAC 1140 and MAC 1114 or MAC
1147

This course is a non-calculus introduction to physics
primarily for pre-professional and technical students. The
topics of mechanics, heat, and sound are covered in the first
half of this two semester physics sequence.

PHY 1053L FUNDAMENTALS OF PHYSICS I
LABORATORY-AA

3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

This laboratory course develops fundamental skills
necessary to the understanding of physics, including

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

experiments which demonstrate the properties of motion,
force, work and energy, momentum and collision, circular
motion and gravitation, and rotational motion. Fluid
behavior demonstrated by liquids and gases, as well as the
principles of sound, are explored through analysis of
vibrational and wave-like behavior.

PHY 1054 FUNDAMENTALS OF PHYSICS H-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: PHY 1053

This course is the second half of the two semester physics
sequence. The topics of light and electricity are covered.

PHY 1054L FUNDAMENTALS OF PHYSICS II
LABORATORY-AA
3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

This laboratory course illustrates the concepts of light and
electricity through experiments and demonstrations of
thermodynamics, electric charge, force and energy, electric
currents and resistance, magnetism and electromagnetic
induction. Optics are demonstrated through the use of
reflection and refraction of light, utilizing mirrors and
lenses.

PHY 2048 GENERAL PHYSICS I-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisites: MAC 2311/MAC 2312 (MAC 2312 may
be taken concurrently.)

This is a traditional calculus-based comprehensive physics
course. Topics covered in the second half of the two
semester calculus-based physics sequence include mechan-
ics, heat and sound.

PHY 2048L GENERAL PHYSICS I LABORATORY-AA

3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

This laboratory course utilizes comprehensive experiments
and data collection that would serve to illustrate Newton's
laws, work and energy, rotation, gravity, mechanics of
solids and fluids and vibrational energy from sound and
mechanical sources.

PHY 2049 GENERAL PHYSICS H-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: PHY 2048

This is a traditional calculus-based comprehensive physics
course. Topics covered in the first half of this two semester
course include electricity and magnetism.

PHY 2049L GENERAL PHYSICS II LABORATORY-AA

3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

This laboratory course includes investigation to illustrate
the kinetic theory of gases, the first and second law of
thermodynamics. Coulomb's law. Gauss' law, capacitance
and Ohm's law. Demonstrations and manipulations of
direct and alternating current circuits, magnetic fields, and
Ampere's and Faraday's laws are conducted. Investigations
of the electromagnetic spectrum utilizing Maxwell's
equations are also introduced.

~ Zoology ~

ZOO 2010 ZOOLOGY-AA (**)

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite: BSC 1010

This course includes lectures, laboratory, and field
experiences in the morphology, physiology, development.

genetics, and systematics of vertebrate and invertebrate
animals and their environmental relationships. Ecological
relationships are emphasized.

ZOO 2010L ZOOLOGY LABORATORY-AA (**)

3 laboratory hours 3 Credits

This laboratory course utilizes field collection activities to
demonstrate the morphology, physiology and development
of a variety of vertebrates and invertebrates. Morphological
and physiological differences are contrasted with
behavioral and environmental relationships in the field.

SOCIOLOGY

SYG 1000 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a systematic study of human society with
primary emphasis on social interaction, culture, socializa-
tion, social groups, social institutions, social causation, and
social change. (I)

SYG 1010 CONTEMPORARY SOCIAL PROBLEMS-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a thought-provoking examination of the
social dilemmas and controversial issues facing American
society today.

SYG 2430 MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is an examination of the nuclear family; its
origins, history, status at present, and struggle for survival.
Attention is given to male-female relationships, changing
lifestyles, conflict, parenthood, and divorce. (I)

SPEECH

SPC 1600 FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH
COMMUNICATIONS-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course introduces students to the speech communica-
tion discipline. A variety of activities and class assignments
are designed to acquaint students with the intrapersonal,
interpersonal, and public speaking levels of speech
communication. Students may also enroll in the business
emphasis section of this course, which emphasizes
communicating during an employment interview, commu-
nicating in self-directed work teams and developing
multimedia presentations. If completed with a grade of "C"
or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence in
oral communication.

SPC 2023 INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKING

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is designed to enhance communication skills on
the public speaking level. Objectives focus on public
speaking competency including message composition and
delivery skills as well as literal and comprehensive listening
skills using both oral and written requirements. If
completed with a grade of "C" or better, this course serves
to demonstrate competence in oral communication.

(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

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STUDENT LIFE SKILLS

SLS 1101 COLLEGE SUCCESS SKILLS-AA

3 class hours 3 Credit hours

This course is designed to make the adjustment of the first
time entering college student, as well as the reentering
student, more comfortable and successful. It also helps the
student develop effective learning strategies and techniques
in order to be successful in college studies. The course is
intended to positively impact the academic performance,
social adjustment, and personal growth of the student.

SLS 2261 LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT-AA

3 class hours 3 Credit hours

This course has as its central focus the development of
leadership ability. The course provides a basic understand-
ing of leadership, assists participants in developing a
personal philosophy of leadership, an awareness of the
moral and ethical responsibilities of leadership, and an
awareness of one's own ability and style of leadership.

THEATRE ARTS

ENG 2100 AMERICAN CINEMA-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This telecourse explores how Hollywood films work
technically, artistically, and culturally to reinforce and
challenge America's national self-image. An art form, an
industry, and a system of representation and communica-
tion, American film is a complicated and profoundly
influential element of American culture.

THE 1020 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course introduces the elements of drama and the
process of theatrical production, with special emphasis on
reading, analyzing and experiencing contemporary drama.
Note: Theatre students should take this course before or
concurrently with TPP 1110.

THE 1925, 2925 THEATRE PERFORMANCE AND
PRODUCTION-AA
6 studio hours 6 Credits

Rehearsal and performance in a major college or
professional production is presented in this course. Open
auditions. This course may be repeated once for credit.

THE 2100 THEATRE HISTORY AND LITERATURE-AA
3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a comprehensive survey of the development
of the theatre and its literature from its beginnings to
modem times. This includes reading and discussion of
plays representative of each significant theatrical period
and study of their relationship to their cultural and social
setting. (I)

TPA 1200, 2200 FUNDAMENTALS OF THEATRE
PRACTICE I-UAA
6 studio hours 1 Credit

This course presents instruction and practical experience in
stagecraft, design, lighting, and costume in connection with
college or professional productions. This course may be
repeated once for credit.

TPA 2248 THEATRE MAKEUP-AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This is a practical course designed to familiarize the student
with the basic principles and techniques behind the
application of stage makeup, including straight, age,
characterization and animal makeup.

TPP 1 1 10, 1 1 1 1 ACTING I-II- AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

Prerequisite or

Corequisite: THE 1020 or permission of instructor.

This course presents the principles and techniques of acting
with production of selected scenes.

TPP 2118 ACTING III- AA

3 class hours 3 Credits

This course is a continuation of TPP 1 110-1 1 1 1 to include
styles of acting and basic directing problems.

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(*) Preparatory credit, does not count toward a degree or certificate
(**) Offered if sufficient demand.

ADMINISTRATION

FACULTY

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ADMINISTRATION*

WALKER, Kenneth P. District President

B.A., University of Texas, Austin

M.A., East Texas State University

Ph.D., University of Texas, Austin

SLUSHER, James A District Exec Vice President/

Campus President

B.S., M.S., Ed.D., University of Tennessee
JONES, Robert R District Vice President, Admin & Finance

A.A.S., Navarro College

B.A., University of Texas, Austin

M.B.A., University of Texas, Tyler
DENNING, Vem District Vice President, Academic Affairs

B.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., University of Kansas

RELEFORD, Michelle District Vice President,

Student Services

B.A., Albany State College

M.S., Jackson State University

Ed.D., University of Tennessee-Knoxville
McCLINTOCK, Maureen District Vice President, Inst.Adv.

A.A., Mineral Area Community College

B.A., M.B.A., University of South Florida

FRANCIS, Alan B District Vice President for

Technology Services

B.S., Bentley College

M.B.A., Florida Institute of Technology

Charlotte County Campus

LAND, Patricia President, Charlotte County Campus

B.A., M.Ed, University of Florida

Ed.D, University of Tennessee-Knoxville
DALLAS, Laura Adjunct Services Coordinator

B.A., Florida Atlantic University

IM.A., University of Arkansas
LAWES, Annette Campus Director, Student Services

B.A., University of the West Indies

M.Ed., Columbia University

M.B.A., Pace University

O'LEARY, Jerry Coordinator, Physical Plant Operations

REYNOLDS, Jamie G. . . . Campus Director, Learning Resources

B.A., Georgia State College

M.L.S., Florida State University

M.B.A., University of South Florida

Collier County Campus

ALLBRITTEN, Jeffery President, Collier County Campus

B.S., M.S., Murray State University

Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University
BLEDSOE, Karen Campus Director, Learning Resources

B.A., M.S.L.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

M.Ed., East Carolina University
FUHRI, Jr., Carl W Coordinator, Physical Plant Operations

B.A., Newark State College
HELTSLEY, Warren L Coordinator, Continuing Education

A.A., Gateway Technical Institute

B.A., Carthage College
THOM, Helena Adjunct Services Coordirmtor

M. A University of Akron
SOTO, M. Cristina Campus Director, Student Services

B.A., M.Ed., Florida Atlantic University

Hendry/Glades/County Services

BERG, Eva S Director

B.S., Mt. Union College

M.Ed., University of South Florida

Ed.D., University of Central Florida

Lee County Campus
Office of the Registrar

LUGO, Lester District Registrar

A.S., Miami-Dade Community College

B.H.S.A., Florida International University

M.S.Ed., University of Miami
MEDHURST, Ray Assistant to the Registrar

A.A., Edison Community College

B.A., M.Ed., University of South Florida

Student Financial Aid

LEWIS, Cindy District Director

A.A, Edison Community College
B.A., University of South Florida

Career/Employment Services

STAHL, Jaylyn M District Director

B.S., M.A., The Ohio State University
SMITH, Amy Career Technician

A.A, A.S., Edison Community College

College Information & Recruiting

SILVA, Billee Coordinator

B.A., Central Michigan University
M.Ed., Rorida Gulf Coast University

Counseling. Advising & Assessment

MORRIS, Kathleen B District Director

B.S., Indiana University

M.A., University of Redlands
DENNISON, Rodney Transfer Counselor

B.S., Lincoln Memorial University

M.Ed., E. Tennessee State University-Chattanooga

M.S., University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
POTTS, Susan P Assessment Coordinator

B.A., Russell Sage College

M.S.Ed., College of St. Rose

Student Activities & Minority Student Services

MORGAN, Fredrick D., U Coordinator

B.A., South Carolina State College

Student Alumni Relations

GREENE, Nancy Coordinator

Student Support Services

REY-GOMEZ, Carmen Director

B.A., Central State University
M.A., University of Connecticut

Facilities Planning and Management

WHITE, Ronald W. District Director

B.A., Northeastern State University

TAYLOR, Robert V. Construction Manager/

Bldg. Code Admin.

B.Arch., University of Florida
BISHOP, David E Supervisor Plant Operations

A.A., Edison Community College

B.A., University South Rorida

B.S., University of Kentucky

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JOHNS, Jeff Evening Coordinator, Plant Operations

SHERMAN, Edgar Facility Database & Systems Manager

A.A.S., ITT Technical Institute

Finance

DOEBLE, Gina District Director

B.A., Arizona State University
M.A., Florida Gulf Coast University

Accounting

MAZUR, Francis Manager

B.S., Florida State University
FENWICK, Joan Bursar

A.S., Quinnipiac College

Budget and Grants

McGUIRE, Philip Manager

M.RA., Rorida Atlantic University
PENNINGTON, Lyra. Accountant

A. A., Miami Dade Community College
KTVEL, Debra Accountant

A.A., St Clair County Community College

Payroll

GONZALEZ, Mercy Supervisor

Human Resources

FAIRFAX, Pamela A District Director

B.S., M.B.A., George Mason University

BOOKER, Edna Manager

RYDER, LesUe Specialist

ETHERIDGE, Bonnie Specialist

B.S., Florida International University

HARTY, Ken Specialist

CENTO, Linda Assistant

Institutional Advancement & Foundation

HOLLINGSHEAD, June Specialist

B.A., Sacred Heart University

Foundation

GALLOWAY, Tracey L Director, Development

B.B.A., Northwood University
M.B.A., NOVA Southeastern University

Institutional Effectiveness Program

GORDIN, Patricia C District Director

B.A.,Rockford College

M.B.A., University of South Florida

M.Ed., Florida Gulf Coast University

Purchasing

COLLIER, Jesse R., Jr. District Director

B.B.A., Pikeville College

University Center

McDowell, Laune District Director

B.S., Ball State University

M.S., College of St. Francis
SMITH, Kathy Coordinator

Upward Bound

DAILEY, Paula Director

B.A., Georgetown College

M.Ed., Morehead State University
SMITH, Kristie Project Specialist

A.A. , Edison Community College

B.A., Florida State University

(*) Includes administration and faculty employed at the time the catalog
is prepared.

INSTRUCTION

Division of Arts & Sciences

PENDLETON, Edith District Dean of Instruction

B.J., M.A., University of Missouri

Ph.D., University of South Florida
BEESON, Robert Associate District Dean

A.A., Erie Community College

B.A., SUNY Buffalo

M.DIV., D.MIN., Wesley Theological Seminary

Academic Support Programs

NEWELL, Patricia Associate District Dean, Academic

Support Programs
B.S., SUNY-Fredonia
M.S., Elmira College

S.O.A.R.

GRISSOM. Teresa Coordinator

M.S., Eastern Illinois University

Gallery

BISHOP Jr Ronald Curator

B.F.A., University of Nebraska-Omaha
M.F.A., Cranbrook Academy of Art

Learning Resources

FAULKNER, Mary District Director

B.A., Ohio University

M.L.S. University of Kentucky
DOWD, Frank Ubrarian

B.A., Michigan State University

M.L.S. , University of Michigan
SHULUK, William Ubrarian

B.S., Mercy College

M.S., Long Island University

M.L.S., Queen's College, CUNY

Distance Learning

KREMSKI-BRONDER, Lori Coordinator

A.A.S., John A. Logan College

B.S., M.S., Southern Illinois University

Communications

English

AMBROSE, Martha Professor

B.A., University of Missouri

M.Phil., University of York (England)
BUNTING, Eleanor E Professor

B.A., M.A., University of South Florida
CAIRNS, Christine Professor

M.A., Central Michigan University
FOREMAN, Elizabeth S Professor

B.S., Mansfield University

M.S.Ed., Elmira College
GRIFFIN. Linda Professor

B.A., M.A., University of Michigan

Ph.D., University of South Florida
GRIFFITH, Barbara Professor

B.A., Midwestern College

M.A., Oakland University
JOHNSON, Thomas P Professor

B.A., Concordia Senior College

M.A., University of North Carolina

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MILLER, Kathia L Professor

A.B., Cornell University

M.A.T., Brown University
ROOT. Bonnie Professor

B.S., M.A., University of Florida
SPIVAK. Talbot I Professor

B.A., Trinity College

M.A., Cornell University

Ph.D., University of Iowa

Foreign Languages

JAEN, Janice Professor

B.A., M.A., Purdue University

M.S., Ph.D., Indiana University
MAYORAL, Fernando Professor

B.A., M.A., University of South Florida
VACANT Professor

Speech

CONNELL, John R Professor

B.A., M.A., University of Central Florida

Ph.D., University of Florida
HALE, Myra P. Professor

B.A., M.A., University of Alabama

Humanities

BUTLER, Deborah E Professor

B.A., M.A., Florida State University
HAYES, John C Professor

B.A., Eckerd College

M.L.A., University of South Florida
ROOKS, Sharon E Professor

B.A., Emory & Henry College

M.A., University of Tennessee

Ph.D., Florida State University
VACANT Professor

Music

CAIN, James A Professor

B.M., Jacksonville University

M.M., D.M., Florida State University
CORNISH, Glenn S Professor

B.A., University of Connecticut

D.M., Florida State University
HILL, Dennis R Professor

B.M., M.M., Youngstown State University

Ph.D., North Texas State University

Social Sciences

Economics

HONEYCUTT, Theresa Professor

B.A., M.A., Ph.D., North Carolina State University

History

HERMAN, Mark C Professor

B.A., Shelton College

M.A., Ph.D., University of South Carolina

Psychology

BLY TURNER, Margaret A Professor

B.S., University of New York

M.A., Pennsylvania State University

Ph.D., Oklahoma State University
FORDYCE. Michael W. Professor

A.B., Emory University

M.A., Ph.D., United States International University

HAGAN, m, Samuel J Professor

A.A., Georgia Military College

A.B., M.S., Ph.D., University of Georgia- Athens

Sociology

FULTON, Robert Professor

B.S., SUNY-Albany

M.S., Ph.D., Oklahoma State University

Sociology/Psychology

CAMPBELL, Lee Professor

C.A.S., John Hopkins University
M.Ed., Antioch University
Ph.D., Union Institute

Mathematics

GARRETT, Laurice A Professor

B.A., North Park College

M.Ed., University of South Florida
HICKS, Lloyd R Professor

B.S., M.Ed., University of Illinois
LEWIN, JoAnn P Professor

B.S., Emory University

M.A., Washington University
MC CARTNEY KING, Stephanie Professor

B.S., M.B.A., West Virginia University
PETERS, Christine Professor

B.S., University of Toledo

M.Ed., University of South Florida

M.Ed., Nova-Southeastern University
RANSFORD, Donald Professor

B.S., M.S., Indiana State University
SALEM, John Professor

B.A., Pennsylvania State University

M.A., Nova Southeastern University
SMITH, Ronald Professor

B.S., University of Ilhnois

M.S., Southern Ilhnois University

Ph.D., University of South Florida
VAN GLABEK, Helen Joan Professor

B.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute

M.S., George Mason University

Ph.D., University of Maryland
WARREN, Donald M Professor

B.S., Bucknell University

M.A., Villanova University
WHIDDEN, Jeanette Professor

A.A., North Florida Jr. College

B.S., Florida State University

M.S., University of Central Florida
VACANT Professor

Basic Science

SMITH, Gregory Professor

B.A., Ph.D., University of South Florida

Biology

ALLEN, Constance Professor

B.A., Anderson University

M.S., Indiana University
FELDEN, Richard A Professor

B.A., Hunter College

M.S., Ph.D., Rutgers University
O'NEAL, Lyman Professor

B.A., Oakland City College

M.S., Ph.D., University of Minnesota

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PRABHU, Nirmala V. Professor

B.S., M.S., University of India-Madras

M.S., University of Georgia
WEINLAND, Linda S Professor

B.S., Bucknell University

M.S., Wright State University
WILCOX, William H Professor

B.S., M.S., Memphis State University

Ph.D., University of Tennessee

Chemistry

DONALDSON, Kurt D Professor

B.S., University of Alabama

Ph.D., Florida State University
RICE, Lisa A Professor

B.A., M.S., University of Montana
ROHRBACH, David F. Professor

B.S., Pennsylvania State University

Ph.D., University of Cincinnati
SCOTT, Jamie M Professor

B.S., University of Maryland

Ph.D., University of Florida

Life Science

GRONLUND, Kathryn J Professor

A.A., A.S., Rainey River Community College
B.S., M.S., University of Minnesota

Physical Science

MANACHERIL, George T. Professor

B.S., M.S., University of Kerala-India

Physics

DABBY, William Professor

B.A., Columbia University

M.A., California State University at Long Beach

English - DLA

ALEXANDER, Karlene Professor

B.A., University of West Indies

Ed.D., University of Miami
DESJARDINS, Margaret M Professor

B.S., M.Ed., Salem State College

Ed.D., NOVA University
GROVE, Jennifer Professor

B.A., M.A., University of South Florida
ROTONDA, Violeta Prvfessor

B.A., Universidad del Salvador

M.A., Florida International University
HAYDEN, Roberta Professor

B.A., University of Texas- Austin

M.A., University of Massachusetts

M.B.A., University of Colorado

Mathematics - DLA

DANIELS, James M Professor

B.S., Vanderbilt University

M.A., University of South Florida

J.D., Emory University
LAVRACK, Kevin Professor

B.A., Spring Arbor College

M.A., Michigan State University
MARSHALL, Dorothy Professor

A.B., Randolph-Macon Woman's College

M.Ed., University of Vu'ginia

MARTIN, Edith Professor

B.A., M.S.Ed., University of Florida

Ed.D., University of Sarasota
MIDDLEBROOKS, James A., Jr Professor

B.S., M.Ed., South Carolina State College

Reading - DLA

LEMASTER, Melanie M Professor

B.S.Ed., M.S.Ed., Shippenburg University
TYE, Jesslyn Professor

M.A., University of South Florida

Division of Workforce Programs

ROSHON, William District Dean of Instruction

B.S., Ohio University

M.S., Barry University
MONAGAN, Paul Assoc. Dist. Dean, Health Professions

A.A.S., SUNY Upstate Medical Center

B.S., SUNY Empire State College

M.Ed., North CaroUna State
HOFFMAN, Lana Internship Specialist

B.S., Centenary College

M.B.A., William Paterson University

Business & Technology

FOY, Dennette T. Coordinator

A.A., Edison Community College
B.S., M.Ed., University of South Florida

Accounting

BIGGETT, Earl S Professor

B.B.A., lona College

M.B.A., St. John's University
GRACE, Lynn G Professor

B.B.A., Western Michigan University

M.B.A., Eastern Michigan University

Business

HAYDEN, Michael D Professor

B.A., Amherst College

M.B.A., University of Colorado
OLIVER, David G Professor

B.S., New England College

M.B.A., American International College
WIXOM, Victor S Professor

B.S., Oklahoma State University

M.B.A., Golden Gate University

Computer Programming & Analysis

BUCZ'iT^JA, Roberta Professor

A.A., Edison Community College

B.S., M.Ed., University of South Florida
JOHNSON, Deborah Professor

B.S., Mount Saint Mary College

M.S., Union College
MYERS, Mary R Professor

B.S., Purdue University

M.Ed., University of South Florida
SMTTH, Charles E Professor

A. A., Edison Community College

B.S., Troy State University

M.A., Webster University

Drafting & Design

WHTTNEY, Frank V. Professor

B.S., University of Minnesota

M.A., University of Northern Colorado

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Internet Services Technology

AGNEW, James Professor

A.S., Manchester Community College
B.A.. University of Hartford
M.S., University of New Haven

Networking Services Technology

DUBETZ. Martin Professor

B.S., Kettering University
M.S., Wayne State University
Ph.D., University of Alberta (Canada)

Continuing Education

BROWN n, John District Director

B.A., West Liberty State College

Institute for Management Development

RILEY, Brandy Coordinator

A.A., Valencia Community College
B.A., M.A., University of South Florida

Criminal .justice & Paralegal

GRESHAM, Kim Coordinator

A.A., Edison Community College
B.RA., Barry University

Criminal Justice

HEWITT, Robert G Professor

B.S., Mercy College

M.P.S., Long Island University

Ph.D., University of South Florida
MOSSER, Marian Professor

B.A., Thiel College

M.S., Youngstown State University

Paralegal Studies

CONWELL, Mary H Professor

B.A., J.D., Indiana University

Emergency Medical Services

DICKERSON, Mary Kim Coordinator

A.S., B.S., Eastern Kentucky University

A.S., Edison Community College
PANEM, Warren Clinical Coordinator

A.S., Regents College

B.S., Ekerd College
RAY, Sharalee Lab Manager

A.S., Edison Community College

Fire Science Technology

REED, Sheldon P. Coordinator

A.S., St. Pete Jr. College
B.P.A., Barry University

Golf Course Management

BERNDT, William L Coordinator

B.S., Central Michigan University
Ph.D., Michigan State University

Health Professions

MONAGAN, Paul Associate District Dean

M.A., North Carolina State

Cardiovascular Technologies

DAVIS, Robert Jeffrey Clinical Supervisor

A.A., A.S., Edison Community College
B.S., University of South Florida

Dental Hygiene & Dental Assistant

MOLUMBY, Karen Coordinator

A.A.S., Milwaukee Area Technical College

B.S., University of Maryland

M.B.A., Concordia University, Wisconsin
OLITSKY, Richard Clinical Coordinator

D.D.S., Temple University

Radiologic Technology

CRABB, Richard M Coordinator

B.S., M.P.A., Brigham Young University
SWANSON, Coleen Clinical Coordinator

A.S., Northeastern University
COSTELLO, Nancy Clinical Coordinator

A.S., Edison Community College

B.A., Westfield State College

Respiratory Care

ELSBERRY, Jeffrey Coordinator

B.A., University of Central Florida

M.A., Ph.D., University of South Florida
KARPEL Sindee Clinical Coordinator RC & CVT Programs

B.A., Queens College

M.P.A., Long Island University, CW Post Center

Nursing

KOPP Andrea District Director

A.D.N. , St. Louis Community College

M.A., Texas Christian University

M.S., Rush University
LEWIS, Mary Coordinator

B.S.N., University of Wisconsin

M.B.A., International University

M.S.N., Barry University

VACANT Clinical Coordinator

HOLBROOK, Bobby R Clinical Supervisor, Nursing Lab

A.S., Edison Community College

B.S.N., Florida Gulf Coast University

Advanced Placement Program

GEIGER, Sandra K Coordinator A.P. Charlotte Campus

A.A., Allegany Community College

B.S.N., M.S., Ed.D., University of Maryland
WETZEL. Gayle Coordinator A.P. Collier Campus

B.S.N., Florida State University

M.S.N., University of Arizona
TRACEY, Gail L Coordinator A.P. Lee Campus

A.S., Edison Community College

B.S.N., M.S.N., University of South Florida
BERNATH, Susan D Professor

B.S.N., The Ohio State University

M.S.N., Florida International University
CARMAN, Susan Professor

M.S.N. , M.B.A., University of Colorado at Denver
DAWSON, Phyllis Professor

B.S.N., College of Mt. St. Joseph

M.S.N., University of Kentucky
DEVITT, Kathleen Professor

A.A., Bellevue Hospital Center School

B.A., Marymount Manhattan College

M.S.N., Aldelphi University
GEIGER, Sandra Professor

M.S., E.D.D., University of Maryland-College Park

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JOHNSON, Anita

B.S.N., M.A., Bethel College
MORRISON, Marie A Professor

B.A., Ottawa University

R.N., Geisinger Medical Center of Nursing

M.A., M.S.N., University of South Florida
ROTHWELL, Sharon Professor

M.S.N., University of Miami
WEEKS, Deborah Professor

A.A., B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Florida
WETZEL, Gayle Professor

M.S.N., University of Arizona
VACANT Prvfessor

Honorary Administration

ROBINSON, David G President Emeritus

Honorary Faculty

HENDERSON, Lee G.
WATTENBARGER, James L.

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS

AA-Associate in Arts Degree. A two-year degree designed
for transfer to another college or university to complete a
four-year degree.

Academic Support Programs-A math, reading and writ-
ing support center for scheduled classes, referrals, and drop-
in students needing help with academic reading, writing
and math projects

Accreditation-Certification that a college meets a set of
criteria established by one of six private, nonprofit, volun-
tary regional accrediting associations.

Add/Drop-The procedure used to alter class schedules af-
ter initial registration and through the first week of the se-
mester. During this time, students can adjust their schedule
by dropping or adding a course without penalty.

Advanced Placement (AP)-A national examination
through which credit may be awarded in specified subjects.
The minimum passing score is required for the awarding
of credit applicable toward a degree. Information is avail-
able in the Counseling, Advising, and Assessment Center.

AS-Associate in Science Degree. A technical two-year de-
gree for students pursuing career training instead of a four-
year degree.

ACT-Enhanced (ACT-E)-American College Testing Pro-
gram. One of the assessment tests accepted for entry /place-
ment at Edison.

Articulation Agreement-State Board of Education rules
that establish provisions to facilitate the smooth transifion
of students through the secondary, community college and
university educational systems.

Audit-A college credit course taken for informational in-
struction only. College credit is not earned and regular fees
are assessed. Testing and course pre-and co-requisites ap-
ply.

Career Center-The Center provides students and alumni
with a full range of career and employment services in-
cluding career planning and assessment, occupational in-
formation, internships, job listings, and employment
assistance.

Catalog-A resource of academic policies, procedures, col-
lege and degree requirements, faculty and course descrip-
tions, published yearly (but subject to change).

CLAST Alternative-Refers to one of the approved alter-
natives that satisfies one or more subtests of the CLAST
requirement. These alternatives include a combination of
test scores (SAT-R or ACT-E) and/or specific course grades.

CLEP (College Level Examination Program)-CLEP is a

national examination through which credit may be awarded
in specified subjects. Meeting the minimum passing score
is required for awarding of credit applicable toward a de-
gree. Information is available in the Counseling, Advising
and Assessment Center.

Compressed Video-A transmission system in which spe-
cial equipment is used to "compress" the video signal be-
fore sending it. A similar piece of equipment is used at the
receiving end to "decompress" the video so that it can once
again be put on a screen. Edison offers many distance learn-
ing courses with other campuses that use this technology.

Continuing Education-A variety of non-credit subjects
offered to the community through Edison.

C.E.U. (Continuing Education Unit)-One C.E.U. is
awarded for every ten contact hours of instruction in an
organized continuing education/non-credit course.

Corequisite-A course which must be taken at the same time

as another course.

Credit by Examination-The award of credit is based upon
the demonstration of knowledge of prior learning as as-
sessed by examination. This process may also include an
assessment of professional certification. Examples include:
Advanced Placement, CLEP, PL EMT-B and/or Paramedic
Certification, FDLE CJSTC exam. International Baccalau-
reate and the National Registry Exam for Radiologic Tech-
nologists.

Credit Hour (or semester hour)-The credit hours reflect
approximately the total hours a student spends per week in
class. For example, a student enrolled in ENC 1 101 (3 cred-
its) spends approximately three hours per week for approxi-
mately 15 weeks in class.

Credit in Escrow-Enrollment at Edison Community Col-
lege by eligible high school students. Permission of high
school principal or designee is required.

Degree-Seeking Status-A student whose admission re-
quirements have been fully met and who is working to-
ward a degree.

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Distance Learning-The systematic effort to reach poten-
tial learners who may be excluded from the traditional class-
room by constraints of time, place and/or circumstance.
Edison telecourses are an example of distance learning.

Drop-A student may drop a course during the add/drop
period. A dropped course does not appear on the perma-
nent record. The appropriate form must be submitted to the
Office of the Registrar before the established deadline.
Drops after that date may be granted only through estab-
lished college procedures.

Dual Enrollment-A student enrolled at two educational
institutions (a high school and a community college) con-
currently. See your high school counselor for information.

Early Admission-Full-time enrollment at Edison by eli-
gible high school students. Permission of the high school
principal or designee is required.

Educational Plan-A plan of required and elective courses
prepared by an academic advisor to assist students in reach-
ing their academic goals.

Edison University Center-An alliance between Edison
Community College and specific baccalaureate degree
granting colleges and universities that allows Edison Com-
munity College graduates to pursue various bachelor's de-
grees while remaining at an Edison campus.

Effective Catalog-Contingent upon a student's continuous
enrollment, the catalog in effect at the time a student first
enrolls governs the student's graduation requirements.

EGL-The Edison Guiding Light program consists of stu-
dent assistants who work in the Office of Student Develop-
ment. They assist in student recruitment and retention.

ESL-English as a Second Language. A series of courses
offered to students for whom English is not their primary
language.

Fee-A non-refundable financial charge for services ren-
dered, such as laboratory fees or special tests.

Financial Aid Transcript-Official record of financial aid
funds received by a student. This is required of all students
who transfer from another institution and apply for finan-
cial assistance at Edison.

FCELPT-(Florida College Entry Level Placement Test) is
an academic assessment used for placement into either col-
lege level classes or college preparatory courses.

Foreign Language Requirement-A requirement of
Florida's state universities. Universities generally require
two years of the same foreign language at the high school,
or 8-10 credit hours at the community college level.

Full-time Status-Enrollment in 12 or more credit hours in
a Fall, Spring or Summer semester.

General Education Hours-A specific number of semes-
ter hours of basic liberal arts courses required as founda-
tion in the Associate in Arts degree program.

Gordon Rule-State Board of Education Rule 6A- 10.030,
also known as the Gordon Rule, requires students graduat-
ing with an Associate of Arts Degree to meet specific re-
quirements in the areas of writing and mathematics.
Satisfactory completion of this rule requires that a student
earn a grade of "C" or better in each applicable course.
Within the communications area, the student is required to
write a total of 24,000 words in specifically designated
courses. Within the mathematics area, completion of spe-
cific courses is required.

Grade-Alphabetical measures of academic success rang-
ing from excellent (A) to failure (F).

Grade Forgiveness-A method by which students may re-
peat a limited number of courses to improve their grade
point average. Only the grade received on the last repeat is
used in the GPA calculation. Grade forgiveness is limited
to courses in which the student earned a "D" or "F" grade.
Students are limited to two repeats per course. Upon a third
attempt, the grade issued is the final grade for that course.

Grade Point Average (GPA)-The calculation of credits
attempted, credits earned and grades earned.

Grant-Non-repayable financial aid funds awarded for col-
lege expenses to qualified students.

International Diversity Classes-Florida State University
may require students to take courses that have an interna-
tional or diversity focus. These are designed with an "I"
after the course descriptions.

International Student-A student who has entered the
United States on a nonimmigrant visa (Fl) (most often an
individual on a student visa).

Internship Program-Students may use current employ-
ment or seek desired employment/volunteer experiences to
incorporate their academic learning into real-world experi-
ence. Offered through the Career Center.

Limited Access/Enrollment-A designation given to pro-
grams that require additional admission requirements (i.e.
higher GPA, higher test scores, completion of certain
coursework). Admission is granted to a limited number of
applicants.

Major- A group of related courses that constitute a focused
program of study in a specific area of knowledge.

Mini-semester-A short semester of credit instruction. Also
referred to as Fall A or B or Spring A or B.

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Non-credit-A course for which college credit is not granted.

Part-time status-Enrollment in 1 1 or fewer credit hours in
a Fall. Spring or Summer semester.

Placement Testing-Initial testing and subsequent evalua-
tion of students to aid in placement and progress in reading
comprehension, writing, English, arithmetic and algebra.

Prerequisite-A course which must be satisfactorily com-
pleted before entering a related course.

PSAV-Post secondary adult vocational certificates are com-
prised of vocational credits, which are not college level cred-
its. PSAV programs are designed to prepare students for
employment in selected occupational skill areas.

Quality Points-The value, ranging from "4" to "0" for
grades "A" to "F" multiplied by the number of credits i.e.,
3 credits x A(4pts.)=12 quality points for all courses com-
pleted. Used in determining grade point average (GPA).

Registration-May be accomplished in person or online at
http://www.edison.edu/.

Residency-Further information is available in the Office
of the Registrar.

Scholarships-Financial assistance for college expenses
granted by donors to qualified recipients. Further informa-
tion is available in the Financial Aid Office.

Scholastic Achievement Test (SAT)-An academic assess-
ment used for placement into either college level classes or
college preparatory courses.

Semester-(Term)-Refers to the way an academic year is
divided. The academic year consists of three semesters or
terms (Fall, Spring and Summer), each lasting approxi-
mately 16 weeks.

Semester Hour-See credit hour.

Student Classification-Pertains to full-time, part-time,
audit, credit, or non-credit.

Student Government Association-(SGA)-Official repre-
sentatives of the student body to the administration in mat-
ters concerning student life.

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Helpful Information

Questions

Department

Lee

ColUer

Charlotte

County

Academic Petitions

Records

489-9056

732-3701/3702

637-5654

Academic Standing, Probation,

Suspension, Reinstatement

Academic Advisement

489-9317

732-3703

637-5678

Academic Advisement

489-9365

732-3703

637-5629

Add/Drop or Change Course

Registration

489-9121

732-3701/3702

637-5654

Admissions

489-9121

732-3701/3702

637-5654

Books and Classroom Supplies

Bookstore

489-3345

732-3738

637-5671

Career Counseling and Assessment

Career Center

489-9387

732-3792

637-5605

Career Information and Resources

Career Center

489-9387

732-3792

637-5605

CLAST Testing Information

Assessment Center

489-9237

732-3703

637-5678

CLEP Testing

Assessment Center

489-9237

N/A

CPT Testing Information

Assessment Center

489-9237

732-3703

637-5654

Dual Enrollment

Admissions

489-9121

732-3701/3702

637-5678

Medical / Accidents / Emergencies

911

Non-Emergencies

Public Safety

489-9203
TTY 489-9010

732-3712

637-5608
TTY 637-5608

Evaluation of Transcripts

Records

489-9104

Financial Aid

489-9336

732-3705

637-5651

Graduation
Information General/

Records

Office of College

489-9056
489-9054

732-3107
732-3737

637-5629

New Students

Information & Recruitment

International Students

Office of College

Information & Recruitment

489-9362

732-3701/3702

637-5678

Internships

Workforce

489-9115

Hendry/Glades County Info

Director's Office at
LaBelle

863-674-0408

Library Hours

Learning Resources Center

489-9303

732-3774

637-5620

Learning Assistance Labs

Learning Assistance

489-9310

732-3773

637-5693

Loans

Financial Aid

489-9336

732-3705

637-5651

Lost and Found

Public Safety

489-9203

732-3712

637-5608

New Students/Orientation

Counseling Center

489-9230

732-3703

637-5629

Pay College Fees,

Cashiers Office

489-9386

732-3714

637-5676

Adjustment in College Bills

Personal Counseling

Counseling

489-9230

732-3703

637-5605

Registration

489-9121

732-3701/3702

637-5654

Scholarships

Financial Aid

489-9336

732-3705

637-5651

Student Activities

Office of Student
Development

489-9338

732-3736

637-5653

Student Employment

Human Resources

489-9293

732-3792

637-5651

Student Organizations

Office of Student
Development

489-9338

732-3736

637-5653

TTY Machine for Hearing or

Students w/ Disabilities

489-9093

732-3788

637-3503

Speech Impaired

Public Safety

489-9010

637-5608

Telecourse Office

Distance Learning

489-9455

1-800-749-2ECC

Ext. 1455

Telecourse Tapes

Learning Resources

489-9220

732-3774

637-5620

Telecourse Testing

Distance Learning

489-9358

732-3774

637-5620

Traffic Violations

Public Safety

489-9203

732-3712

637-5608

Transcripts and

Records

489-9317

732-3701/3702

637-5654

Academic Records

Transfer into Edison

Admissions

489-9121

732-3701/3702

637-5654

Transfer credits

Records

489-9317

732-3701/3702

637-5654

out of Edison

Veteran Benefits

Financial Aid

489-9336

732-3705

637-5651

Withdrawal from Classes/College

Registration

489-9121

732-3701/3702

637-5654

Work Study

Financial Aid

489-9336

732-3705

637-5651

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BOOKSTORE OFFERS
TEXTBOOKS, SUPPLIES &
GIFTS

Bookstores are located on each campus. They carry
the required books for courses at Edison Community Col-
lege as well as supplemental materials. The Bookstores
carry supplies for writing, nursing students, art, and engi-
neering. Imprinted clothing, class rings, and other memo-
rabilia can be purchased there. General items such as
greeting cards, calculators and tape recorders are also sold,
in addition to educationally discounted computer software.
The stores accept American Express, Visa, Discover, and
Master Card for payment. A year-round book buy-back
service is provided at all bookstores.

Textbooks may be returned and exchanged for full
credit if the book is:

1 . Accompanied by sales receipt.

2. Unmarked, if purchased new.

3. Returned within specified time (it is the responsibil-
ity of the student to observe the refund date posted
in the store).

4. Picture I.D. is required.

BOOKSTORE HOURS*

Computer Lab Hours*

CHARLOTTE COUNTY CAMPUS

Monday and Tuesday
Wednesday and Thursday
Friday

COLLIER COUNTY CAMPUS

Monday and Tuesday
Wednesday and Thursday
Friday

LEE COUNTY CAMPUS

Monday through Thursday
Friday

Ph. 637-5671

8:30 am-7:00 pm
8:30 am-4:00 pm
9:00 am- 1 2:00 n

Ph. 732-3738

9:00 am-6:00 pm
9:00 am-4:00 pm
9:00 am- 1:00 pm

Ph. 489-3345

8:00 am-6:00 pm
8:00 am-4:00 pm

*Special hours are observed at the beginning of each ses-
sion and are posted in the stores.

Order your books through the INTERNET:
Charlotte County Campus: Edisonchar.bkstr.com
Collier County Campus: Edisonlely.bkstr.com
Lee County Campus: Edison.bkstr.com

CHARLOTTE COUNTY CAMPUS

Room LSI 23
Monday - Thursday
Friday
Saturday

COLLIER COUNTY CAMPUS

Room Gl 17

Monday-Thursday

Friday

LEE COUNTY CAMPUS

Room K103
Monday-Thursday
Friday
Saturday

LABELLE CENTER

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

Wednesday

Friday

Saturday

8:00 am-9:00 pm

8:00 am-4:00 pm

10:00 am-2:00pm

8:00 am-9:00 pm
8:00 pm-4:00 pm

9:00 am-9:50 pm
9:00 am-4:30 pm
8:30 am- 1:00 pm

8:30 am-8:00 pm

8:30 am-6:00 pm

8:30 pm-4:00 pm

10:00 am-3:00 pm

*ALL LAB HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Learning Resources

Learning Resources Centers are located on each cam-
pus with services to Hendry and Glades counties. Edison
Community College students have access to approximately
90,000 volumes representing about 72,713 titles. Campus
distribution is as follows: Charlotte approximately 8,500
titles; Collier approximately 8,500 titles; and the remain-
der at Lee. Approximately 7,000 videos for classroom use,
over 4,000 videos for television courses plus related AV
classroom materials are available.

Electronic resources, including full text articles (over
65 databases), play an important role in Learning Resources.
Computers access the catalogs of all 28 community col-
leges through LINCC (Library Information Network for
Community Colleges) as well as catalogs of the State Uni-
versity System, and the Internet.

Internet, CD-ROM, and DVD access is provided at each
campus. At the Lee campus the Electronic Learning Facil-
ity is available to classes and individual students. Over 60
computers are available in the reference area for students
and the public. Charlotte and Collier campuses also have
similar electronic facilities.

Policies and handouts detailing specific services are
available at the individual libraries or online from the Edison
homepage under About ECC.

186

The hours for Learning Resources are as follows:*

CHARLOTTE COUNTY CAMPUS Ph. 637-5620

Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-9:00 pm

Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm

Saturday 10:00 am-2:00 pm

COLLIER COUNTY CAMPUS Ph. 732-3774

Monday-Thursday 7:30 am-9:00 pm

Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm

Saturday 10:00 am-2:00 pm

LEE COUNTY CAMPUS Ph. 489-9303

Monday-Thursday 7:30 am-9:00 pm

Friday 7:30 am-5:00 pm

Saturday 10:00 am-4:00 pm

Sunday 12:00 pm-4:00 pm

*Hours for Learning Resources change during the summer
and on holiday weekends.

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INDEX

Academic Advising Services 53

Academic Calendar 12

Academic Probation 53

Academic Programs of Study 77

Academic Second Chance 27

Academic Support Programs 44

Academic Suspension 53

Academic Warning 53

Accounting Applications Certificate Requirements 112

Accounting Course Descriptions 127

Accounting Technology AS Degree Requirements 90

Accreditation 1

Administration, Faculty and Staff 175

Admissions 13

Advanced Placement 22

American Disability Act 74

Anthropology Course Descriptions 127

Anatomy Course Descriptions 168

Appeal of Petition Decision 28

Art Course Descriptions 127

Astronomy Course Descriptions 169

Assessment Services 52

Associate in Arts Program Guide 84

Associate in Science Programs 90

Audit Students 18

Banking and Finance Course Descriptions 1 29

Basic Use of Computers 37

Beepers, Cellular Phones, and Pagers 37

Biology Course Descriptions 170

Board of Trustees 4

Bookstore 186

Botany Course Descriptions 170

Building Construction Course Descriptions 140

Business Administration AS Degree Requirements 91

Business/Management/Finance Course Descriptions 128

Calendar (College) 12

Campus Maps 8

Campus Violence Prevention Policy 73

Cardiovascular Technology AS Degree Requirements 92

Cardiovascular Technology Course Descriptions 132

Career Center 81

Center for Professional Development 80

Certificate Programs 112

Charlotte County Campus 8

Chemistry Course Descriptions 171

Children or Family Members in the Classroom 37

Class Attendance, Absence 37

Class Cancellations 37

CLAST (College Level Academic Skills Test) 46

CLAST Waiver Requests 49

CLEP 23

College Level Academic Skills Competencies (CLASP) ... 46

College Policies 70

College Preparatory Program 44

College Rights 17

Collier County Campus 9

Computational Skills 47

Computer Lab Hours 186

Computer Programming and Analysis

AS Degree Requirements 93

Computer Programming and Applications Certificate

Requirements 113

Computer Science Course Descriptions 133

Continuing Education 80

Counseling Services 52

Course Descriptions 127

Course Information 126

Course Outline and Course Syllabus 37

Credit from Military Schools 25

Credit Hour Fee 30

Credit in Escrow 21

Crime Scene Technology AS Degree Requirements 94

Crime Scene Technology Certificate Requirements 114

Criminal Justice Course Descriptions 136

Criminal Justice Technology AS Degree Requirements .... 95

Dean's List 37

Degree Acceleration Programs 21

Dental Assisting Certificate Requirements 115

Dental Hygiene AS Degree Requirements 96

Dental Assisting and Hygiene Course Descriptions 138

Disciplinary Probation & Suspension 66

Distance Learning Courses 88

Drafting and Design Course Descriptions 140

Drafting and Design Technology

AS Degree Requirements 97

Drop/Add Periods 18

Drug Free Campus 71

Dual Enrollment 21

Early Admissions 21

Economics Course Descriptions 141

Edison University Center 82

Education Course Descriptions 142

Effective Catalog Policy 18

Emergency Medical Services Course Descriptions 142

Emergency Medical Services Technology

AS Degree Requirements 98

Emergency Medical Technology:

EMT Certificate Requirements 116

English Language Course Descriptions 143

English as a Second Language Course Descriptions 144

Enrollment Certifications 27

Evaluation of Transfer Credit 15

Eye Care Technician Certificate 117

Faculty Office Hours 38

Fees 30

Final Exam Schedule 18

Financial Aid Information 31

Fine Arts Programs 55

Fire Science Technology AS Degree Requirements 99

Fire Science Technology Course Descriptions 146

Florida College Entry Level Placement Test 52

Florida Statewide Course Numbering System 126

Foreign Language Course Descriptions 147

Foreign Students (See International Students) 14

188

General Education Agreement 50

Geography Course Descriptions 147

Geology Course Descriptions 171

Gerontology Course Descriptions 148

Glossary of Terms 182

Golf Course Operations AS Degree Requirements 100

Golf Course Operations Course Descriptions 148

Gordon Rule 38

Grade Forgiveness Policy 38

Grade Point System 39

Grade Reports 39

Graduation Requirements 51

Grants 31

Health and Wellness Course Descriptions 150

Hendry/Glades County Information 7

History Course Descriptions 150

History of the College 7

Honor Societies 56

Honors Research 39

Honors Scholar Program 42

Horticulture Course Descriptions 151

Hospitality Course Descriptions 130

Human Services Course Descriptions 151

Humanities Course Descriptions 152

I.D. Cards 18

Incomplete Grades 39

Individualized Study 40

Information (Helpful) 185

Information Services Course Descriptions 152

Interdisciplinary Science Course Descriptions 169

International Baccalaureate Program 24

International Students 14

Internet Services Technology AS Degree Requirements . . 101
Internship Course Descriptions 152

Laws Affecting Students 68

Learning Resources Charges 43

Lee County Campus 10

Library (Learning Resources) 186

Literature Course Descriptions 145

Loans 31

Maps of Campus 8

Mathematics Course Descriptions 153

Maximum Course Attempts Policy 40

Maximum Student Class Load 18

Media Course Descriptions 155

Minority Student Services 55

Mission Statement 6

Music Course Descriptions 155

National Guard Fee Exemption 33

Network Specialist Certificate Requirements 118

Networking Services Technology

AS Degree Requirements 102

Non-Degree Seeking Students 15

Nursing AS Degree Requirements 103

Nursing Course Descriptions 157

Nutrition Course Descriptions 172

Oceanography Course Descriptions 172

Opticianry AS Degree Requirements 106

Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician Certificate

Requirements 119

Orientation 53

Paralegal Studies Course Descriptions 160

Paralegal Studies AS Degree Requirements 107

Peer Tutorial Program .Ti. .'t . . . 55

Petitions 28

Philosophy Course Descriptions 161

Physics Course Descriptions 172

Physical Therapist Course Descriptions 161

Physical Therapist AS Degree Requirements 108

Placement Testing 52

Political Science Course Descriptions 164

Privacy Rights 28

Probation After Suspension 53

Programs for Students with Disabilities 45

Program Offerings 77

Psychology Course Descriptions 1 64

Radiologic Technology AS Degree Requirements 1 09

Radiologic Technology Course Descriptions 165

Reading Course Descriptions 167

Readmission 15

Real Estate Course Descriptions 132

Records 27

Refund Policy 19

Registration 18

Regulations of Student Development Activities 58

Repayment of Title IV Funds 31

Residency Rules/Guidelines 16

Respiratory Care AS Degree Requirements 110

Respiratory Care Course Descriptions 168

Sail 44

Scholarships 34

Science Course Descriptions 169

Security Policy and Statistics 74

Servicemember's Opportunity College 25

Single Parent/Displaced Homemaker Program 54

Small Business Management Certificate Requirements ... 121

Sociology Course Descriptions 173

Speech Course Descriptions 173

Standards of Academic Progress (SOAP) 53

State Articulation Agreement 50

State Statutes and College Policy Affecting Students 68

Student Activities 58

Student Classifications 19

Student Conduct 62

Student Discipline and Hearing Procedures 63

Student Government Association 57

Student Life 55

Student Life Skills Course Descriptions 174

Student Organizations 55

Student Participation in Decision Making 55

Student Review of Instruction 41

Student Rights and Responsibilities 62

Student Support Services 54

Student Surveys 41

Substitution Policy For Students With Disabilities 29

Testing Services 52

Textbook Selection Process 41

Theater Arts Course Descriptions 174

189

Third Attempt Course Surcharge 19 Veterans Information 33

Traffic Regulations 66 Visual Assessment Certificate Requirements 123

Transcripts 29

Transfer Students 15 Withdrawal Policy 37

Transient Students 16 Word-Processing or Typing Policy 41

Tuition and Fees 30 Work-Study Programs 31

Tiirf Equipment Technology Certificate Requirements ... 122 Written Concerns or Complaints 62

University Transfer 49

Upward Bound 54

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7007 Leiy Cultural Parkwa
Naples, Florida 34113
(239)732-3718-

CHARLOTTE COUNTY CAMPUS

26300 Airport Road ^
Punta Gorda, Florida 33950
(941)637-5604

HENDRY/GLADES SERVICES

4050 Cowboy Way
Labelle, Florida 33935
(863) 674-0408

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