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EDISON  COLLEGE 
2006-2007  CATALOG 

Charlotte  Campus 

26300  Airport  Road 

Punta  Gorda,  Florida  33950-5759 

(941)637-5629 

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

Collier  Campus 

7007  Lely  Cultural  Parkway 

Naples,  Florida  34113-8977 

(239)  732-3737 

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

Lee  Campus 

8099  College  Parkway,  SW 

P.O.  Box  60210 

Fort  Myers,  Florida  33906-62 1 0 

(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  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  baccalaureate  degrees,  associate 
degrees  and  certificates. 

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  Campus,  72  hours  prior  to 
the  anticipated  visit.  Documentation  of  the  specific  need  is  required. 


EDISON 
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.  Robert  R.  Jones 

District  Executive  Vice  President 
Lee  Campus  President 

Alan  Francis 

District  Vice  President 
Administrative  Services 

Dr.  Noreen  Thomas 

District  Vice  President 
Academic  Affairs 

Dr.  Edith  Pendleton 

District  Vice  President 
Student  Services 

Maureen  McClintock 

District  Vice  President 
Planning  and  Development 


Table  of  Contents 


Board  of  Trustees 4 

Welcome  from  the  President 5 

Mission  Statement 6 

Edison  College  History 7 

Campus  Maps 8 

Academic  Calendar,  Admissions,  Degree  Accelerated  Programs,  Residency,  Records,  Financial  Aid,  Tuition 1 1 

Academic  Calendar 12 

Admissions 13 

Residency  Rules/Guidelines 17 

Registration 20 

Degree  Acceleration  Programs 23 

Records  Policies 31 

Tuition  and  Fees 34 

Financial  Information/Financial  Aid 35 

Veterans  Information 37 

Scholarships 38 

Academic  Policies  and  Procedures  Relating  to  Students 41 

Academic  Information 41 

Honors  Scholar  Program 46 

Academic  Support  Programs 47 

CLAST 49 

Graduation  Requirements 54 

Student  Services  and  Florida  Laws  Regulating  Student  Standards 55 

Student  Services 55 

Student  Life 58 

Student  Organizations 59 

Student  Government  Association 59 

Student  Rights  and  Responsibilities 60 

Student  Discipline  and  Hearing  Procedures 61 

Traffic  Regulations 64 

State  Statutes  and  College  Policies  Affecting  Students 66 

Programs  of  Study 76 

Internships 77 

Continuing  Education 78 

Educator  Preparation  Institute 79 

University  Center 80 

Bachelor  of  Applied  Science  Degree  in  Public  Safety  Management 82 

Associate  in  Arts  Degree  Program  Guide  and  General  Education  Outcomes 84 

eLeaming 88 

Associate  in  Science  Degree  Programs 90 

Certificate  Programs 114 

Course  Information 128 

Course  Descriptions 129 

Administration  and  Faculty 182 

Glossary  of  Terms 187 

Helpful  Information 190 

Bookstore,  Learning  Resources,  Computer  Lab 191 

Index 193 


Edison  College 
District  Board  of  Trustees 


Mary  Lee  Mann 

Chairman 
Lee  County 


W.  Mahlan  Houghton,  Jr. 

s  Vice  Chairman 
Lee  County 


Enid  S.  Gorvine 

Charlotte  County 


Dr.  Washington  D.  Baquero 

Lee  County 


Dr.  Randall  T.  Parrish,  Jr. 

Hendry  County 


Kim  C.  Long 

Collier  County 


Julia  G.  Perry 

Glades  County 


Dr.  David  M.  Klein^ 
Charlotte  County 


•  Christopher  T.  Vernon 

Collier  County 


Dear  Students, 

Welcome  to  Edison  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  committed  to  nurturing  each  person's  potential  through 
trust  and  respect. 

At  Edison,  we  believe  in  designing  the  system  around  the  student's  needs,  not  in  molding  the  student  to  the  system.  We 
strive  to  provide  learning  opportunities  which  encourage  students  to  become  immersed  in  and  responsible  for  their  educa- 
tional process,  with  assistance  from  staff  and  faculty.  We  believe  in  providing  an  environment  rich  in  opportunity,  encour- 
agement, and  collaboration  that  allows  students  to  become  successful,  responsible  learners  today  and  competent,  account- 
able leaders  of  tomorrow. 

We  are  motivated  by  a  desire  to  serve  others  and  to  provide  a  safe  learning  environment  where  individuals  draw 
strength  and  wisdom  from  cultural  diversity.  We  welcome  your  dedication  to  serious  learning;  we  want  to  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  COLLEGE 


PURPOSE/MISSION  STATEMENT 

Edison  College  is  a  comprehensive  public  college  dedicated  to  educational  excellence  in  programs  ranging  from 
continuing  education  to  the  baccalaureate  degree.  The  faculty  and  staff  are  committed  to  preparing  students  to  be  productive 
citizens  by  helping  them  develop  academic  and  professional  proficiencies;  to  think  logically,  critically,  and  analytically;  to 
communicate  effectively;  to  seek  and  evaluate  information;  and  to  act  with  sound  judgment  in  the  interest  of  our  global 
community. 

To  support  this  mission,  Edison  College  provides: 

Liberal  arts  and  pre-professional  education  through  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree 

Professional  and  technical  education  through  the  Associate  in  Science  degree  and  college  certificates 

Access  to  baccalaureate  degrees  through  upper  division  transfer,  articulation,  program  delivery  as  authorized  by  the 

State  Board  of  Education,  and  Edison  University  Center  partnerships  with  colleges  and  universities 

Qualified  faculty  and  staff  committed  to  the  educational  goals  of  the  learner 

Personal  and  professional  development  opportunities 

Services  and  opportunities  promoting  academic^  personal,  and  social  growth  among  students 

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

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

Cultural  resources,  events  and  facilities  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.  Encourages  communication  and  trust. 

•  Belief  in  Individual  Human  Potential:  Results  in  coUegiality,  and  appreciation  for  each  person's  contribution. 

•  Integrity:  Exemplified  by  institutional  trustworthiness  and  individual  strength  of  character. 

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 

Goal  V 

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  College  celebrates  44  years  of  service  to  South- 
west Florida  this  year.  Bachelors  degrees,  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  Campus  has  25  buildings,  including  the  Barbara  B.  Mann  Performing  Arts  Hall. 

Edison's  Collier  Campus  opened  in  March  of  1992.  The  beautiful  campus  is  located  on  an  80-acre  site  near  State  Road 
951  and  Rattlesnake  Hammock  Road,  in  east  Naples.  The  Charlotte  Campus  opened  in  1997.  Located  on  a  200-acre  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  College  is  governed  by  its  District  Board  of  Trustees,  composed  of  nine  representatives  from  Charlotte,  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 
15,000  credit  and  nearly  3,000  non-credit  students  who  participate  in  Edison  courses  and  programs  each  year. 


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Edison  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  he  addressed  to 
the  District  Director  of  Human  Resources,  8099  College  ParkM>ay,  P.O.  Box  60210,  Fort 
Myers,  Florida  33906-6210,  telephone  (239)  489-9294. 


Charlotte  Campus 


The  Charlotte  Campus  is  located  on  a  200-acre  site  at  26300  Airport  Road  near  1-75.  In  a  beautiful  and  naturalistic 
environment,  the  campus  offers  a  full  range  of  higher  education  services  with  1 1  buildings  arranged  in  a  traditional  aca- 
demic setting. 

Courses  leading  to  bachelor  and  associate  degrees  and  certificates,  as  well  as  non-credit  continuing  education  classes 
are  offered  at  the  Charlotte  Campus.  A  childcare  facility  and  fitness  center  are  available  to  serve  students  and  the  commu- 
nity. 


CHARLOTTE  CAMPUS 

26300  Airport  Road  •  Punta  Gorda,  Florida  33950 

(941)  637-5629 
www.edison.edu/charlotte 


CC-CHILD  CARE 

CL-CLASSROOMS 

Classrooms 
Art  Studio 
Computer  Labs 

FC-FITNESS  CENTER 

YMCA  Fitness  Program 

FO-FACULTY  OFFICES 

Faculty  OfTices 


HS-HEALTH  SCIENCE 

Computer  Lab 
Nursing  Labs 
Emergency  Medical 

Services  Lab 
Faculty  Offices 

LS-PEEPLES  LEARNING 
RESOURCES 

Library 

Open  Student  Computer 

Lab 
Distance  Learning 
Edison  University  Center 


OB-MOORE 
OBSERVATORY 

Astronomical  Observatory 

PP-PHYSICAL  PLANT 

Mailroom 

Physical  Plant  Offices 

Custodial/Grounds 

SA-STUDENT  ACTIVITIES 

Cafeteria 

Theatre 

Career  Services 

Student  Activities 

Tutoring  Center 

Clubs/Organizations 

Bookstore 


SC-YARGER  HALL 

Science  Labs 
Faculty  Offices 

SS-STUDENT  SERVICES 

Admissions/Registration 
Advising 
Auxiliary  Aids 
Financial  Aid 
Cashier 

Continuing  Education 
Information  Desk 
'Testing  Center 
Public  Safety 
Administration 


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Collier  Campus 


The  Collier  Campus  is  located  on  an  80-acre  site  at  7007  Lely  Cultural  Parkway,  just  south  of  Rattlesnake  Hammock 
Road  and  west  of  Collier  Blvd.  (State  Road  951)  in  Naples.  The  campus  is  composed  of  one  and  two  story  buildings 
including  learning  resources  (library),  bookstore,  cafeteria,  classrooms,  auditorium,  student  lounge;  biology,  chemistry,  and 
physics  laboratories;  and  specialized  laboratories  for  computer  science,  EMS,  and  nursing.  Courses  leading  to  bachelor  and 
associate  degrees  and  certificates,  as  well  as  non-credit  continuing  education  classes  are  offered  at  the  Collier  Campus. 


"A"  Building: 

"C 

'  Building 

"F' 

'  Building: 

"H"  &  "I"  Building: 

Academic  Advising 

Bookstore 

Classrooms 

Plant  Operations 

Administration 

Cafeteria 

Faculty  Offices 

Admissions  &  Registration 

"J"  Conference  Center: 

Cashier 

"D"  Building 

"C 

'  Building: 

Continuing  Education 

Career  Center 

Student  Lounge 

Computer  Classrooms 

Nursing  Lab 

Financial  Aid 

Computer  Lab 

Nursing  Offices 

Information  Center 

"E' 

'  Building: 

Distance  Learning 

Learning  Assistance 

Security 

Classrooms 

Classroom 

Lab 

Student  Activities  &  Clubs 

Emergency  Medical 
Services  Lab 

Lab 

Learning  Resources 

"B"  Building: 

Science  Labs 

(Library) 

Auditorium 

Tutoring  Lab 

Classrooms 

Lee  Campus 


The  Lee  Campus  is  located  on  approximately  140  acres  between  College  Parkway  and  Cypress  Lake  Drive  in  South 
Fort  Myers.  Courses  leading  to  bachelor  and  associate  degrees  and  certificates,  as  well  as  non-credit  continuing  education 
classes  are  offered  at  the  Lee  Campus.  The  first  permanent  location  of  the  College,  the  Lee  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  science,  nursing,  health  technologies,  and  college 
preparatory  classes.  The  Barbara  B.  Mann  Performing  Arts  Hall  and  the  Bob  Rauschenberg  Gallery  are  located  on  the  Lee 
Campus. 


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Vl'ilknHjll  A 

Greslum  Hill B 

Grohjun  Hall  Annex C 

Faaljuo  /  PubLc  SaSay X> 

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Shipping  and  Receiving F 

Information  Technology G 

Lconhanit  HiU H 

Robiraon  Hall I 

Learning  Resources  Hall J 

HendivHall K 


Hiunanina  Hall L 

An  Annex IX 

BB  Mann  IVHbrming  Am ..M 

Royal  Palm  Hall  N 

Sabal  Hall O 

AiecaHaU P 

Howaid  Hall Q 

Physiol  Plant  West R 

Tacni  Hall  (Scudcnt  Services) S 

eLcarniDg ~ T 

Child  Care V 


Walker  Health  Sciences  Hall 

Health  and  Sciences 

Division 
Health  Technologies 
Anatomy  and  Physiology 

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

Assisting 
Radiologic  Technology 
Respiratory  Care 

Technology 

Leonhardt  Hall 

Mathematics 
Natural  Sciences 


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Robinson  Hall 

Administrative  Offices 
Center  for  Professional 
Development 

Continuing  Education 
Division  of  Professional 

and  Technical  Studies 

Learning  Resources  Hall 

Corbin  Auditorium 
Learning  Resources 

Humanities  Hall 

The  Bob  Rauschenberg 

Gallery 
Communications 
Art 

Humanities 
Music 
Division  of  Arts  and 

Sciences 

Information  Teehnology  Hall 

SOAR  Program 


Gresham  Hall 

Crime  Scene  Technology 
Criminal  Justice  Technology 
Emergency  Medical  Services 
Fire  Science 
Golf  Course  Operations 
Paralegal  Studies 
Public  Safety  Management 
(BAS) 

Hendry  Hall 

Accounting 
Business 
Computer  Labs 
Drafting  &  Design 
Social  Sciences 

Sabal  Hall 

Business  Office 
LcctiKe  Halls 

Royal  Palm  Hall 

Human  Resources 
Purchasing  and  Auxiliary 

Services 
Lecture  Halls 


Areca  Hall 

Assessment  Center 
Lecture  Halls 

Howard  Hall 

Lecture  Halls 
University  Center 

Taeni  Hall 

Admissions 

Advising 

Bookstore 

Cafeteria 

Counseling 

District  Vice  President  of 

Student  Services 
Financial  Aid 
OfiTice  of  the  Registrar 
Records 
Registration 

Student  Support  Services 
Student  Government  and 

Club  Offices 


Academic  Calendar 


Admissions 


Accelerated  Programs 

Registration 

Residency  Rules/Guidelines 


Records 


Tuition  and  Fees 


Financial  Aid 


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OFHCIAL  COLLEGE  CALENDAR  2006-2007 


Fall  Semester  2006 

Spring 

;  Semester 

2007 

Summer  Semester  2007 

ADMISSION: 

Full 

A 

B 

Full 

A 

B 

Full 

A 

B 

Last  cia>  tor  new  degree-seeking 
students  to  appK  tor  admission 

Aug  18 

Aug  18 

Oct  13 

Jan  4 

Jan  4 

Mar  2 

May  4 

May  4 

Jun  22 

ADMSINC;: 

Advising  begins  for  degree-seeking 
students 

Jun5 

Jun  5 

Jun  5 

Oct  23 

Oct  23 

Oct  23 

Mar  19 

Mar  19 

Mar  19 

CI.ASSKS: 

First  day  of  classes 

Aug  23 

Aug  23 

Oct  17 

Jan  8 

Jan  8 

Mar  12 

May  9 

May  9 

Jun  25 

Last  day  of  classes 

Dec  5 

Oct  11 

Dec  7 

Apr  26 

Feb  27 

Apr  30 

Jul  31 

Jun  19 

Aug  2 

IINAI.KXAMINATIONS: 

See  exam  schedule  in  class  schedule 

Dec  6-12 

Oct  12- 
16 

Dec  8-12 

Apr  27- 
May  3 

Feb  28- 
Mar2 

May  1-3 

Aug  1-7 

Jun  20-22 

Aug  3-7 

(JRADKS: 

Last  day  to  remove  "Incomplete" 
from  the  previous  semester 

Sep  20 

N/A 

N/A 

Feb  5 

N/A 

N/A 

Jun  5 

N/A 

N/A 

Final  grades  due  from  the  faculty 
by  12:00  midnight 

Dec  13 

i 

Oct  17 

Dec  13 

May  4 

Mar  12 

May  4 

Aug  8 

Jun  25 

Aug  8 

Initial  attendance  verification  due 
Mid-term  attendance  verification  due 

Sep  1 

Nov  7 

Sepl 

Oct  26 

Jan  18 
Mar  22 

Jan  18 

Mar  21 

May  18 
Jul  10 

May  18 

Jul  5 

CRADl  AIION 

Commencement 

May  4 

May  4 

May  4 

Deadline  to  apply  for  graduation. 

Nov  3 

Mar  23 

Mar  23 

H()LII)A\S: 

College  closed 

Sep  4 

Sep  4 

Nov  23- 
26 

Jan  15 

Jan  15 

Mar  5-11 

May  26- 
28 

May  26- 
28 

Jul  4 

Nov  23- 
26 

Mar5- 
11 

Apr  6 

Jul  4 

Dec  20- 
Jan3 

Apr  6 

RIGISTRATION:                                                                                                                                                                                              1 

Web  registration  begins 

Jun  5 

Jun  5 

Jun  5 

Oct  23 

Oct  23 

Oct  23 

Mar  19 

Mar  19 

Mar  19 

On-campus  registration  begins  for 
Accelerated  students 

Jul  5 

Jul  5 

Jul  5 

Nov  13 

Nov  13 

Nov  13 

Apr  2 

Apr  2 

Apr  2 

On-campus  open  registration  begins 

Jul  31 

Jul  31 

Jul  31 

Dec  4 

Dec  4 

Dec  4 

Apr  23 

Apr  23 

Apr  23 

Late  Registration  begins  ($25  penalty) 

Aug  23 

Aug  23 

Oct  17 

Jan  8 

Jan  8 

Mar  12 

May  9 

May  9 

Jun  25 

I.AS^DA^  TO: 

Register  for  classes 

Aug  29 

Aug  25 

Oct  19 

Jan  12 

Jan  10 

Mar  14 

May  15 

May  11 

Jun  27 

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

Aug  29 

Aug  25 

Oct  19 

Jan  12 

Jan  10 

Mar  14 

May  15 

May  11 

Jun  27 

Drop  a  class  with  a  refund 

Aug  29 

Aug  25 

Oct  19 

Jan  12 

Jan  10 

Mar  14 

May  15 

May  11 

Jun  27 

Withdraw  from  individual  courses  or 
from  college 

Oct  30 

Sep  26 

Nov  17 

Mar  15 

Feb  12 

Apr  13 

Jul  3 

Jun  7 

Jul  23 

RKSIDKNC^:                                                                                                                                                                                                      1 

Last  day  to  apply  for  change  of 
residency  for  tuition  purposes 

Aug  29 

Aug  25 

Oct  19 

Jan  12 

Jan  10 

Mar  14 

May  15 

May  11 

Jun  27 

TKSriNG: 

Last  day  to  register  for  the  CLAST  exam 

Sep  8 

Jan  19 

May  4 

CLAST  examination 

Oct  7 

Feb  17 

Jun  2 

Testing  and  orientation  begins  for  new 
students 

Jun  5 

Jun  5 

Jun  5 

Oct  23 

Oct  23 

Oct  23 

Mar  19 

Mar  19 

Mar  19 

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ADMISSIONS 


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Edison  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  sta- 
tus and  national  origin.  Edison  College  reserves  the  right 
to  deny  admission  to  any  applicant  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  provid- 
ing information  regarding  the  admissions  process,  includ- 
ing admissions  requirements,  residency  requirements,  stu- 
dent 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 
accredited  by  the  Florida  Department  of  Education,  or 
a  standard  diploma  from  a  regionally-accredited  high 
school.  Applicants  who  did  not  graduate  from  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  Associate  in  Science  Degree  programs  are  prima- 
rily designed  to  prepare  students  for  employment  in  select 
fields.  To  be  admitted  as  an  AS  degree-seeking  student,  an 
applicant  must  meet  the  following  requirements: 

—  Have  earned  a  standard  diploma  from  a  high  school 
accredited  by  the  Florida  Department  of  Education,  or 


a  standard  diploma  from  a  regionally-accredited  high 
school.  Applicants  who  did  not  graduate  from  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. 

Bachelor  of  Applied  Science  (BAS)  in  Public 
Safety  Management  Admissions  Requirements 

1 .  Applicants  must  apply  for  admission  and  be  accepted 
to  Edison  College.  Official  transcripts  from  all 
previously  attended  colleges  or  universities  must  be 
sent  directly  to  the  Office  of  the  Registrar. 

2.  Applicants  must  have  a  minimum  cumulative  grade 
point  average  of  2.0  on  a  4.0  scale  in  relevant  transfer 
courses  that  apply  toward  the  BAS  degree. 

3.  Applicants  must  have  earned: 

a.  An  Edison  College  Associate  in  Science  degree 
in  Criminal  Justice  Technology  or  Paralegal 
Studies  awarded  within  the  past  10  years  which 
includes  60  hours  of  transfer  credit.  Additional 
general  education  requirements  must  be  completed 
prior  to  graduation 

OR 

b.  An  Associate  in  Arts  or  higher  degree  or  60  hours 
of  transfer  credit  which  includes  the  completion 
of  the  Florida  State  general  education 
requirements.  Such  applicants  must  have  12  credit 
hours  earned  in  the  past  10  years  in  one  of  the 
following  content  areas: 

1 .  Criminal  Justice 

2.  Paralegal  Studies 

3.  Fire  Science 

4.  Emergency  Medical  Services 

5.  Combinations  of  the  above  content  areas  upon 
recommendation  by  the  BAS  Admissions 
Committee  and  approval  by  the  Dean  of  the 
University  Center  and  Baccalaureate 
Programs. 

OR 


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c.  An  Associate  in  Arts  or  higher  degree  or  60  hours 
of  transfer  credit  which  includes  the  completion 
of  the  Florida  State  general  education 
requirements.  Such  applicants  must  have  one  of 
the  following: 

1 .  Florida  Fire  Officer  I  certification 

2.  Florida  Paramedic  licensure 

3.  Florida  Department  of  Law  Enforcement 
Criminal  Justice  Standards  and  Training 
Commission  certification  in  law  enforcement 
or  corrections 

4.  Demonstrated  competencies  in  the  field  of 
public  safety  upon  recommendation  by  the 
BAS  Admissions  Committee  and  approval  by 
the  Dean  of  the  University  Center  and 
Baccalaureate  Programs 

4.  Transfer  students  with  an  AS  or  AAS  degree  in 
Criminal  Justice  or  Paralegal  Studies  from  a  regionally 
accredited  college  or  university  awarded  within  the  past 
10  years  may  be  admitted  following  a  review  of 
transcripts  and  course  descriptions.  Completion  of  any 
outstanding  general  education  must  be  completed  prior 
to  being  eligible  for  graduation. 

5.  Applicants  not  meeting  admissions  criteria  may  petition 
for  program  admittance  if  they  feel  that  there  are 
mitigating  circumstances.  Applicants  must  submit  an 
official  petition  form  available  in  the  Office  of  the 
Registrar. 

6.  While  the  BAS  program  is  designed  to  articulate 
associate  degrees,  Edison  College  freshman  and 
sophomore  students  may  declare  their  intent  to  enroll 
in  the  BAS  program  through  the  Edison  College 
Admissions  Application. 

The  Edison  College  Registrar's  Office  will  ensure  that 
previous  coursework  meets  all  relevant  academic  standards 
before  acceptance  for  transfer.  The  Dean  of  Baccalalaureate 
Programs  and  the  University  Center  and  the  BAS 
Admissions  Committee  will  ensure  adherence  to  the  above 
admissions  criteria. 

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  standard  diploma  from  a  high  school 
accredited  by  the  Florida  Department  of  Education,  or 
a  standard  diploma  from  a  regionally-accredited  high 
school.  Applicants  who  did  not  graduate  from  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. 

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  standard  diploma  from  a  high  school 
accredited  by  the  Florida  Department  of  Education,  or 
a  standard  diploma  from  a  regionally-accredited  high 
school.  Applicants  who  did  not  graduate  from  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;  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  his/ 
her  acceptance  to  Edison  and  provides  the  applicant  with 
assessment,  advisement  and  registration  information.  Ac- 
cepted applicants  may  begin  their  studies  any  term.  See  the 
academic  calendar  in  this  catalog. 


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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. 

Additional  Health  Professions  Admissions 
Requirements 

The  AS  degree  and  Certificate  programs  in 
Cardiovascular  Technology,  Dental  Assisting,  Dental 
Hygiene,  EMT-Basic,  EMT-Paramedic,  Emergency 
Medical  Services,  Nursing,  Radiologic  Technology,  and 
Respiratory  Care  are  selective  admissions  programs. 
Admission  to  Edison  College  does  not  automatically  qualify 
an  applicant  for  acceptance  to  these  Health  Professions 
programs.  Students  must  complete  a  separate  application 
for  admission  to  each  limited-access  program  of  study. 
Records  submitted  for  application  become  the  property  of 
Edison  College,  and  will  not  be  available  for  use  to  meet 
the  requirements  of  third  parties. 

Criminal  History  Background  Check 

Applicants  to  Health  Professions  programs  with  asso- 
ciated clinical  activities  will  be  required  to  complete  a  Col- 
lege-approved criminal  history  background  check  at  the 
individual's  expense.  Results  of  the  background  check  must 
be  satisfactory  in  order  for  the  applicant  to  be  eligible  for 
final  acceptance/enrollment  in  a  limited-access  program. 
A  student  who  does  not  maintain  continuous  clinical 
enrollment  in  the  limited-access  program  will  be  required 
to  submit  a  new  criminal  history  background  check. 

Health  Record  /  Ability  to  Meet  Technical 
Standards 

A  completed  medical  health  form  and  self  assessment 
of  program  technical  standards  must  be  submitted  to  and 
approved  by  the  individual  Health  Professions  Program 
Coordinator  prior  to  admission  to  clinical  rotations.  The 
health  record  will  include  results  from  a  physical 
examination  and  laboratory  tests,  including  immunization 
records,  which  must  be  verified  by  a  licensed  physician  or 
his/her  designee.  Applicants  who  do  not  meet  the  standards 
of  physical  and  mental  health,  as  required  by  clinical 
facilities  for  safe  patient  care,  may  reapply  and  be 
considered  for  application  to  a  Health  Professions  program 
after  resolution  of  the  health  problem.  A  student  who  does 
not  maintain  progressive  clinical  enrollment  in  the  limited- 
access  program  may  be  required  to  submit  a  new  student 
health  record. 


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.  Applicants  may  be  issued  the  F- 
1  Visa  when  they  present  the  1-20  form  to  the  appropriate 
personnel  in  a  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  he/she  is  seeking  admission. 

2.  Since  instruction  is  in  English,  applicants  must  dem- 
onstrate proficiency  in  the  English  language.  To  dem- 
onstrate this  proficiency,  if  English  is  not  the  applicant's 
native  language,  the  applicant  must  submit  a  minimum 
score  of  550  or  higher  on  the  paper  version  of  the 
TOEFL  (Test  of  English  as  a  Foreign  Language),  2 1 3 
or  higher  on  the  computerized  TOEFL  or  79  or  higher 
on  the  Internet  based  test  (TOEFL  iBT).  Applicants 
scoring  below  established  cut-off  scores  are  referred 
to  the  Department  of  Academic  Support  Programs  for 
additional  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  uni- 
versities attended, 

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


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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  Offic^  of  the 
Registrar.  Degree-seeking  students  readmitting  after  two 
years  of  non-attendance,  who  did  not  complete  English  and 
mathematics  requirements  must  retake  the  FCELPT.  (Please 
see  Assessment  Services,  page  55,  for  more  information.) 
Students  attempting  to  return  after  suspension  or  dismissal 
must  petition  for  readmission.  A  favorable  decision  is  de- 
pendent upon  clear  written  evidence  that  indicates  promise 
of  successful  performance.  (See  Petitions,  page  32,  for  more 
information.) 

Degree  Seeking  Classification 

Applicants  who  indicate  on  the  admissions  applica- 
tion their  intent  to  pursue  a  BAS,  an  AA,  an  AS,  or  a  col- 
lege certificate  program  are  subject  to  specific  Edison  poli- 
cies 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  ftill  set  of  ACT-E, 
SAT-R  scores  or  be  test  exempt.  (Please  see  Assessment 
Services,  page  55,  for  more  information.)  Degree-seeking 
students  must  satisfy  any  reading,  English  and  mathemat- 
ics college  preparatory  requirements,  starting  the  first  se- 
mester of  registration  and  continuing  each  semester  until 
all  requirements  are  satisfied.  (Please  see  Academic  Sup- 
port Programs,  page  47,  for  more  information.)  Degree- 
seeking  students  who  previously  attended  another  college 
or  university  must  request  that  an  official  transcript  be  sent 
from  that  college  or  university  directly  to  Edison. 

Non-Degree  Seeking  Classification 

Applicants  who  indicate  on  the  admissions  applica- 
tion that  they  do  not  intend  to  pursue  a  BAS,  an  AA,  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  seek- 
ing students  wishing  to  eru^oU  in  college  credit  courses  must 
meet  all  course  prerequisites.  Non-degree  seeking  students 
wishing  to  enroll  in  a  college  level  mathematics  or  an  En- 
glish course  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  55,  for  more  information.)  Non- 
degree  seeking  students  wishing  to  change  to  degree  seek- 
ing 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  English,  applicants  must  dem- 
onstrate proficiency  in  the  English  language.  To  demon- 
strate this  proficiency,  if  English  is  not  the  applicant's  na- 
tive 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  Lan- 
guage), or  79  or  higher  on  the  Internet  based  test  (TOEFL 
iBT).  ACT-E  or  SAT-R  scores  may  be  submitted  and  con- 
sidered in  lieu  of  TOEFL  scores.  Applicants  scoring  below 
established  cut-ofT  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  College,  Office 
of  the  Registrar,  within  the  first  semester  of  enrolling. 
These  documents  must  be  sent  directly  from  the  edu- 
cational institution  to  Edison.  Hand-delivered  or 
faxed  transcripts  are  not  considered  official. 

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 
i*  based  on  Edison  course  equivalencies.  Applicants 
seeking  to  transfer  credit  to  Edison  from  another  col- 


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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  tran- 
script prior  to  the  end  of  the  student's  first  term  of  en- 
rollment. 

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 
acceptance  is  made  after  receipt  and  evaluation  of  of- 
ficial 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  32,  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  previously  at- 
tended institutions  transfer  in  to  Edison  as  part  of  the 
student's  academic  record.  Grades  of  "S"  and  "P"  will 
be  accepted  and  credit  will  be  awarded  but  will  not  be 
calculated  in  the  student's  transfer  GPA. 

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 
55,  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  Stu- 
dent Form)  from  the  "home"  college  or  university.  A  Tran- 
sient Student  Form  is  required  for  each  semester  of  enroll- 
ment. 

RESIDENCY  RULES/GUIDELINES 

Edison's  policy  regarding  Florida  residency  require- 
ments for  tuition  purposes  complies  with  Florida  Statute 
1009.2 land  State  Board  of  Education  Rule  6A- 10.044.  A 
summary  is  provided  below. 
1 .     Documentary  Evidence 

a)  If  an  applicant  qualifies  for  a  statutory  residency 
exception  or  qualification,  then  appropriate  docu- 
mentation must  be  submitted  to  evidence  entitle- 
ment to  that  exception  or  qualification.  Such  evi- 
dence is  generally  specific  to  the  type  of  residency 
exception  or  qualification  being  claimed  by  the 
applicant. 

b)  If  an  applicant  does  not  qualify  for  a  statutory  resi- 
dency exception  or  qualification  and  is  not  an  "All- 
Florida"  student,  they  will  have  to  submit  docu- 
mentation that  they  (or  a  parent  or  legal  guardian 
if  a  dependent)  has  been  a  Florida  resident  for  at 
least  12  months  prior  to  the  first  day  of  classes  for 
which  the  student  is  enrolling.  At  least  two  of  the 
following  documents  must  be  submitted,  with 
dates  that  evidence  the  12-month  qualifying  pe- 
riod. At  least  one  of  the  documents  must  be  from 
the  First  Tier.  As  some  evidence  is  more  persua- 
sive than  others,  more  than  two  may  be  requested. 
No  single  piece  of  documentation  will  be  consid- 
ered conclusive.  Additionally,  there  must  be  an 
absence  of  information  that  contradicts  the 
applicant's  claim  of  residency. 

( 1 )  First  Tier  (at  least  one  of  the  two  documents 
submitted  must  be  from  this  list) 

(a)  Florida  Driver's  license  (if  known  to  be 
held  in  another  state  previously,  must 
have  relinquished)  OR  a  State  of  Florida 
identification  card  (if  evidence  of  no  ties 
to  another  state) 

(b)  Florida  voter  registration  card 

(c)  Florida  vehicle  registration 

(d)  Declaration  of  domicile  in  Florida  (12 
months  from  the  date  the  document  was 
sworn  and  subscribed  as  noted  by  the 
Clerk  of  Circuit  Court) 

(e)  Proof  of  purchase  of  a  permanent  home 
in  Florida  that  is  occupied  as  a  primary 
residence  of  the  claimant 

(f)  Transcripts  from  a  Florida  high  school  for 
multiple  years  (if  Florida  high  school  di- 
ploma or  GED  was  earned  within  last  1 2 
months) 


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(g)  Proof  of  permanent  full-time  employ- 
ment in  Florida  (one  or  more  jobs  for  at 
least  30  hours  per  week  for  a  12  month 
period) 

(h)  Benefit  histories  from  Florida  agencies 
or  public  assistance  programs 

(2)  Second  Tier  (may  be  used  in  conjunction 
with  one  document  from  First  Tier) 

(a)  A  Florida  professional  or  occupational 
license 

(b)  Florida  incorporation 

(c)  Documents  evidencing  family  ties  in 
Florida 

(d)  Proof  of  membership  in  Florida-based 
charitable  or  professional  organizations 

(e)  Any  other  documentation  that  supports 
the  student's  request  for  resident  status 

(f)  Examples  of  "other"  documentation: 

(1)  Utility  bills    and    proof   of    12 
consecutive  months  of  payments 

(2)  Lease  agreement  and  proo^of  12 
consecutive  months  of  payments 

(3 )  State  or  court  documents  evidencing 
legal  ties  to  Florida 

(3)  Unacceptable  Documents  (may  not  be 
used) 

(a)  Hunting/fishing  licenses 

(b)  Library  cards 

(c)  Shopping  club/rental  cards 

(d)  Birth  certificate 

(e)  Passport 

2.  Reclassification  Application 

a)  The  student  who  is  classified  as  out-of-state  and 
wants  to  request  "reclassification"  to  in-state  sta- 
tus must  complete  a  Residency  Statement  at  the 
higher  education  institution  and  submit  to  the  ap- 
propriate office  for  consideration. 

b)  Documentary  Evidence:  The  evidentiary  req 
uirement  for  reclassification  goes  beyond  that  for 
an  initial  classification,  because  the  individuals 
have  previously  been  determined  to  be  out-of-state 
residents. 

c)  An  individual  who  is  initially  classified  as  a  non- 
resident for  tuition  purposes  may  become  eligible 
for  reclassification  as  a  resident  for  tuition  pur- 
poses only  if  that  individual,  or  his  or  her  parent  if 
that  individual  is  a  dependent  child,  supports  per- 
manent residency  in  this  state  by  presenting  docu- 
mentation of  establishment  of  a  bona  fide  domi- 
cile in  this  state  for  12  consecutive  months. 

3.  Military  Issues 

a)  Definitions  —  The  following  definitions  are  pro- 
vided for  military  terms  used  in  the  residency  stat- 
ute and  rules. 

(1)  United  States  Armed  Services  —  Includes 
active  duty  members  of  the  Army,  Air  Force, 
Navy,  Marines,  and  Coast  Guard. 


(2)  Florida  National  Guard  —  Includes  active 
members  of  the  Florida  National  Guard  who 
qualify  under  s.  250. 10(7)  and  (8),  FS,  for  the 
tutition  assistance  program. 

b)  Residency  Protections  and  Exceptions/Qualifica- 
tions for  Military  Personnel  Active  duty 
military  personnel  and  their  spouses/dependents 
are  afforded  some  residency  qualifications,  excep- 
tions, and  protections  due  to  their  unique  circum- 
stances. 

(1)  An  individual  shall  not  lose  his  or  her  resi- 
dent status  solely  by  reason  of  his/her  service 
or  parent's  service  in  the  Armed  Forces  out- 
side this  state,  [s.  1009.21(7),  FS] 

(2)  Active  duty  members  of  the  Armed  Services 
of  the  United  States  residing  or  stationed  in 
Florida  (and  spouse/dependent  children)  and 
active  duty  members  of  the  Florida  National 
Guard  who  qualify  under  250.10(7)  and  (8) 
shall  be  classified  as  residents,  [s. 
1009.21(10)(a),  FS] 

(3)  Military  personnel  not  stationed  in  Florida 
whose  home  of  record  or  state  of  legal  resi- 
dence certificate,  DD  Form  2058,  is  Florida 
(and  spouse/dependent  children),  [s. 
1009.21(10)(a),  FS] 

(4)  Active  duty  members  of  the  Armed  Services 
of  the  United  States  and  their  spouses/depen- 
dent children  attending  a  public  community 
college  or  university  within  50  miles  of  the 
military  establishment  where  they  are  sta- 
tioned, if  such  military  establishment  is  within 
a  county  contiguous  to  Florida,  shall  be  clas- 
sified as  residents,  [s.  1 009.2 l(10)(b),  FS] 

c)  Additionally,  statute  provides  some  exceptions  for 
civilian  persormel  affiliated  with  Department  of 
Defense  Schools,  Canadian  military  personnel, 
and  liaison  officers  from  a  foreign  nation's  mili- 
tary. 

(1)  United  States  citizens  living  outside  the 
United  States  who  are  teaching  at  a  Depart- 
ment of  Defense  Dependent  School  or  in  an 
American  International  School  and  who  en- 
roll in  a  graduate  level  education  program 
which  leads  to  a  Florida  teaching  certificate 
shall  be  classified  as  residents. 

(2)  Active  duty  members  of  the  Canadian  mili- 
tary residing  or  stationed  in  this  state  under 
the  North  American  Air  Defense  (NORAD) 
agreement,  and  their  spouses  and  dependent 

'  children,  attending  a  public  community  col- 
lege or  university  within  50  miles  of  the  mili- 
tary establishment  where  they  are  stationed, 
shall  be  classified  as  residents. 

(3)  Active  duty  members  of  a  foreign  nation's 
^  military  who  are  serving  as  liaison  officers 


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and  are  residing  or  stationed  in  this  state,  and 
their  spouses  and  dependent  children,  attend- 
ing a  community  college  or  state  university 
within  50  miles  of  the  military  establishment 
where  the  foreign  liaison  officer  is  stationed, 
shall  be  classified  as  residents. 


College  Rights 

Edison  College  reserves  the  right  to  deny  admission  to 
any  applicant,  to  suspend  or  dismiss  any  student  whose  be- 
havior is  not  in  keeping  with  the  best  interests  of  Edison, 
and  to  add,  delete  or  change  any  of  the  regulations,  rules, 
policies,  procedures,  fees,  courses,  or  teaching  assignments 
without  notice. 


Charlotte  Campus  students  Christy  Clark,  Walton  Wood  and  Stephen  Kaznak  portray  a  scene  from  Delta  Psi 
Omega  s  production  of  the  1930s-style  melodrama  "Pure  as  the  Driven  Snow.  " 


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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  reg- 
istration dates  such  as  late  registration,  add/drop  period, 
refiand  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,  arfd  read- 
ing courses.  (Please  see  Assessment  Services,  page  55,  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 
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 
fi-om  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  gradu- 
ation 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 

The  final  examination  schedule  is  published  online  at 
WMTw.edison.edu.  It  is  the  student's  responsibility  to  know 
when  and  where  the  final  examination  is  scheduled. 

I.D.  Cards 

AH  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.  In- 
formation on  when  and  where  photographs  are  taken  is 
posted  on  each  campus. 


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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- 
fiindable  $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  be- 
yond 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. 

Multiple  Attempt  Course  Surcharge 

Florida  Statute  requires  that  any  student  enrolled  more 
than  two  times  in  the  same  state-funded  undergraduate 
course,  including  college  preparatory  courses,  be  assessed 
an  additional  fee  per  credit  hour.  Students  are  assessed  the 
additional  fee  on  the  third  and  subsequent  attempt.  Any 
coursework  taken  prior  to  the  Fall  1 997  semester  does  not 
count  as  an  attempt  when  determining  course  attempts.  Only 
coursework  repeated  at  Edison  count  in  attempts.  Transfer 
coursework  does  not  count  in  the  repeat  calculation. 

Florida  Statute  also  provides  a  one-time  exception  to 
the  surcharge  based  on  extenuating  circumstances  or  finan- 
cial hardship.  (Please  see  Petitions,  page  32,  for  more  in- 
formation.) 

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  32,  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  fiall  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 obligations. 

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  Classiflcations 

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 
fewer  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  Number  (PIN), 
which  is  initially  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. 

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 


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procedures.  (Please  see  Petitions,  page  32,  for  more  infor- 
mation.) 

Students  who  officially  withdraw  from  a  course  or 
courses  before  the  withdrawal  deadline  receive  a  grade 
ofh"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  impact  of  a  with- 
drawal 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. 


Students  from  77  countries  attend  classes  at  Edison,  where  cultural  diversity  enriches  the  learning  experience  for  all. 
Those  gathered  above  attend  the  Collier  Campus  in  Naples. 


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DEGREE  ACCELERATION  PROGRAMS 


Edison  College  encourages  students  to  accelerate  their 
education  by  providing  the  following  acceleration  pro- 
grams. These  programs  allow  students  to  shorten  the  time 
required  to  complete  a  degree  or  certificate  by  earning  col- 
lege credit  based  on  the  student's  acquisition  of  knowledge 
prior  to  or  during  their  attendance  at  Edison. 

I.     ACCELERATED   PROGRAMS   FOR  HIGH 
SCHOOL  STUDENTS: 

A.  Dual  Enrollment: 

Dual  eru-oUment  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 
must  have  a  minimum  unweighted  high  school 
GPA  of  3.0  on  a  4.0  scale  (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  deter- 
mined through  achievement  of  the  State  minimum 
cutoff  scores  on  the  appropriate  sections  of  the 
FCELPT,  or  appropriate  ACT-E  or  SAT-R  scores. 
(Please  see  Assessment  Services,  page  55,  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  1 8,  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  on  the  College  campus  while  still 
enrolled  in  high  school.  Dual  enrollment  students 
receive  both  high  school  and  college  credit.  Col- 
lege 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  Ser- 
vices, page  55,  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 
students  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  deter- 
mined through  achievement  of  the  State  minimum 
cutoff  scores  on  the  appropriate  sections  of  the 
FCELPT,  or  appropriate  ACT-E  or  SAT-R  scores. 
(Please  see  Assessment  Services,  page  55,  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. 


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II.    ADVANCED  PLACEMENT 

Edison  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  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  with- 
out notice.  AP  credit  is  not  granted  if  the  student  has  already  earned  credit  for  the  course. 

AP  Examination                           Score  of  3                              Score  of  4                               Score  of  5 
Course Course Course 

Art  History ARH  1000 ARH  1050,  1051 ARH  1050,  1051 

Biology BSC  1005/1005L BSC  1005/1005L BSC  1010/lOlOL  and 

1011/lOllL 

Calculus  AB MAC  2311 MAC  2311 MAC  2311 

Calculus  BC MAC  2311 MAC  2311,  2312  .....MAC  2311,  2312 

Chemistry CHM  2020/2020L CHM  2045/2045L CHM  2045/2045L  and 

2046/2046L 

Computer  Science  A COS  1075 COS  1075 COS  1075 

Computer  Science  AB COS  1076 COS  1076 COS  1076 

Economics  I ECO  2013...* ECO  2013 ECO  2013 

Economics  II ECO  2023 ECO  2023 ECO  2023 

English  Language  and 

Composition ENC  1101 ENC  1101,  1102 ENC  1101,  1102 

English  Literature  and 

Composition ENC  1101 ENC  1101,  1102  or ENC  1101,  1102  or 

LIT  1005  LIT  1005 

Environmental  Science ISC  1051/1051L ISC  1051/1051L ISC  1051/1051L 

European  History EUH  1000 EUH  1000,  1001  EUH  1000,  1001 

French FRE  2200 FRE  2200,  2201  FRE  2200,  2201 

German GER  2200 GER  2200,  2201  GER  2200,  2201 

Government  and  Politics: 

Comparative ...CPO  2002 CPO  2002 CPO  2002 

Government  and  Politics: 

United  States POS  2041  POS  2041  POS  2041 

Human  Geography GEO  2400 GEO  2400 GEO  2400 

Music  Theory MUT  1001 MUT  1001 MUT  1001 

If  composite  score  If  composite  score  If  composite  score 

is  3  or  higher  is  3  or  higher  is  3  or  higher 

MUT  nil,  1241  MUT  1111,  1241  MUT  1111,  1241 

If  both  aural  and  If  both  aural  and  If  both  aural  and 

nonaural  sub  scores  nonaural  sub  scores  nonaural  sub  scores 

are  3  or  higher  are  3  or  higher  are  3  or  higher 

Physics  B PHY  1053/1053L PHY  1053/1053L  and PHY  1053/1053L  and 

1054/1054L  1054/1054L 

Physics  C:  Electricity/Magnetism PHY  1054/1 054L PHY  2049/2049L PHY  2049/2049L 

Physics  C:  Mechanics PHY  1053/1053L PHY  2048/2048L PHY  2048/2048L 

Psychology PSY  2012 PSY  2012 PSY  2012 

Spanish SPN  2200 SPN  2200,  2201 SPN  2200,  2201 

Statistics STA2023 STA2023 '.. STA  2023 

Studio  Art:  Drawing  Portfolio ART  1300C ART  1300C ART  1300C 

Studio  Art:  2-D  Design  Portfolio ART  1201C ART  1201C ART  1201C 

Studio  Art:  3-D  Design  Portfolio ART  1203C ART  1203C ART  1203C 

United  States  History AMH  2010 AMH  2010,  2020 AMH  2010,  2020 

World  History WOH  1023 WOH  1023 .:....  WOH  1023 


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III.  COLLEGE-LEVEL  EXAMINATION  PROGRAM  (CLEP) 

Edison  College  participates  in  the  College  Level  Examination  Program  (CLEP)  offered  by  the  Educational  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  consid- 
ered. Edison  College  awards  college  credit  for  qualifying  CLEP  examination  scores  based  on  standards  recommended 
by  the  Florida  Department  of  Education  and  the  Articulation  Coordinating  Committee.  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  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  2011 

COMPOSITION  AND  LITERATURE 

American  Literature 50 AML  2000 

American  Literature 55 AML  2010,  2020 

English  Composition  with  essay 50 ENC  1101 

English  Literature 50 ENL  2000 

English  Literature 55 ENL  2012,  2022 

FOREIGN  LANGUAGES 

French  Language 50 FRE  1120 

French  Language 52 FRE  1120,  1121 

German  Language 50 GER  1120 

German  Language 63 GER  1120,  1121 

Spanish  Language 50 SPN  1120 

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  II 55 AMH  2020 

Human  Growth  &  Development 63 DEP  2004 

Introduction  to  Educational  Psychology 50 EDP  2002 

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  Civilization  II 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  1105 

College  Algebra-Trigonometry 50 MAC  1147 

Mathematics 50 MGF  1107 

Trigonometry 50 MAC  1 1 14 


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IV.  INTERNATIONAL  BACCALAUREATE  (IB)  PROGRAM 

Edison  College  accepts  the  International  Baccalaureate  (IB)  offered  by  the  International  Baccalaureate  Organiza- 
tion 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  Organization  for 
scores  to  be  considered.  Edison  College  awards  college  credit  for  IB  examination  scores  based  on  standards  recom- 
mended 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  1005/1005L 

BSC  1005/I005L,  lOlO/IOlOL 

BSC  1005/1005L,  1010/lOlOL 

Chemistry 

CHM  2020/2020L 

CHM  2020/2020L,  2045/2045L 

CHM  2020/2020L,  2045/2045L 

Computer  Science 

CGS  1078 

CGS  1078,  CGS  Elective 

CGS  1078,  CGS  Elective 

Design  Engineering 

ETI 1410 

*         ETI  1410,  ETI  Elective 

ETI  1410,  ETI  Elective 

Economics 

ECO  2000 

ECO  2013,  2023 

ECO  2013,  2023 

English  A 1 

ENC  1101 

ENC  1101,  1102 

ENC  1101,1102 

Environmental  Studies 

ISC  1050/1050L 

ISC  1050/1050L 

BSC  1050/1050L 

French  B 

FRE  1121 

FRE  1121,2200 

FRE  1121,2200 

Further  Mathematics 

MHF  1202 

MHF  1202,  1209 

MHF  1202,  1209 

Geography 

GEA  2000 

GEO  2200,  2400 

GEO  2200,  2400 

German  B 

GER1I21 

GER  1121,  2200 

GER  1121,2200 

History 

WOH  1030 

WOH  1030,  History  Elect. 

WOH  1030,  History  Elect. 

Math  Methods 

MAC  1105 

MAC  1105,  1140 

MAC  1140,2233 

Math  Studies 

MAT  1033 

MAT1033,  MGF  1106 

MAT  1033,  MGF  1106 

Mathematics 

MAC  1147 

MAC  1147,2233 

MAC  2233,  2311 

Music 

MULIOIO 

MULIOIO,  MUT  1001 

MULIOIO,  MUT  1001 

Philosophy 

PHI  2010 

PHI  2010,  PHI  Elective 

PHI  2010,  PHI  Elective 

Physics 

PHY  1 020/1 020L 

PHY  1020/1020L,  1009/I009L 

PHY  1053/1053L,  1054/1054L 

Psychology 

PSY2012 

PSY  2012,  PS Y  Elective 

PSY  2012,  PSY  Elective 

Russian  B 

RUS  1121 

RUS  1121,2200 

RUS  1121,2200 

Social  Anthropology 

ANT  1410 

ANT  1410,  1511 

ANT  1410,  1511 

Spanish  B 

SPN  1121 

SPN  1121,2200 

SPN  1121,2200 

Theatre  Arts 

THE  1020 

THE  1020,  THE  Elective 

THE  1020,  THE  Elective 

Visual  Arts 

ART  Elective 

ART  Elective  (2) 

ART  Elective  (2) 

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V.     SERVICEMEMBER'S  OPPORTUNITY 
COLLEGE 

The  American  Association  of  Community  Col- 
leges has  designated  Edison  College  as  a  Service- 
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  ac- 
tive-duty service  members,  the  National  Guard,  re- 
serves, new  recruits  and  veterans: 

Credit  may  be  earned  through  the  College  Level 
Examination  Program  (Please  see  CLEP  page  25  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 
documentation  as  determined  by  Edison.  (Please  see 
Credit  from  Military  Service  Schools  below  for  more 
information) 

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  Specialty  (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  discrefion  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  CREDIT  BASED  ON  ACE 
RECOMMENDATIONS 

The  American  Council  on  Education  (ACE)  Cor- 
porate Programs  recommends  academic  credit  for  col- 
lege-level examinations  and  training  courses  offered 
by  business  and  industry,  labor  unions,  associations, 
and  government  agencies.  Edison  College  recognizes 
the  recommendations  of  ACE  as  shown  on  the  follow- 
ing pages.  In  order  to  receive  credit,  the  Edison  Col- 
lege Office  of  the  Registrar  must  receive  official  docu- 
mentation of  successful  completion  of  the  training,  or 
examination  scores,  either  from  an  ACE  transcript  or 
score  report,  or  from  the  sponsoring  organization. 
Documentation  must  be  sent  from  ACE  or  the  spon- 
soring organization  directly  to  Edison  College  Office 
of  the  Registrar,  RO.  Box  60210,  Fort  Myers,  FL 
33906.  Credit  will  not  be  awarded  if  it  duplicates  credit 
already  posted  to  a  student's  transcript. 

ACE  program  evaluations  are  published  in  the 
National  Guide  to  Education  Credit  for  Training  Pro- 
grams and  the  Guide  to  Educational  Credit  by  Exami- 
nation, which  are  distributed  annually  to  college  reg- 
istrars and  admissions  officers  throughout  the  United 
States.  Academic  divisions  within  the  College  may 
make  a  determination,  on  a  case-by-case  basis,  of  credit 
awards  for  training  programs  or  examinations  not  listed 
below,  but  contained  in  one  of  the  ACE  publications. 
If  a  determination  is  made  to  grant  a  credit  award,  the 
Academic  Dean  will  notify  the  Office  of  the  Registrar 
accordingly. 


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Recognized  Examinations  (must  achieve  passing  score) 

Title  of  Examination 

Sponsoring 

Effective 

Passing 

Edison  College 

Number 

Organization 

Dates 

Score 

Course 
Equivalent 

of 

Credits 

Awarded 

Certified  Professional 

International 

November 

Pass 

BUL224I 

3 

Secretary  Part  1:  Finance  and 

Association  of 

1994  to 

Business  Law  I 

3 

Business  Law 

Administrative 

Present 

ECO  2013 

Professionals 

Economics  I 
ACG  1001 
Financial 
Accounting  I 

3 

Certified  Professional 

International 

November 

Pass 

CGS  1000 

3 

Secretary  Part  II:  Office 

Association  of 

1994  to 

Computer 

Systems  and  Administration 

Administrative 
Professionals 

Present 

Literacy 

CGS  1100 

Microcomputer 

Skills 

OST  2335 

Business 

Communications 

OST  1140 

Computer 

Keyboarding 

3 
3 
1 

Certified  Professional 

International 

November 

Pass 

MAN  2021 

3 

Secretary  Part  III: 

Association  of 

1994  to 

Management 

Management 

Administrative 
Professionals 

Present 

Principles 

MAN  2241 

Organizational 

Behavior 

MNA2300 

Personnel 

Administration 

3 
3 

Associate  Technology 

The  Chauncey 

November 

Pass 

CIS  2321  Data 

3 

Specialist  Certification: 

Group 

2000  to 

Systems  and 

Database  Development  and 

International 

Present 

Management 

Database  Administration 

Cluster 

Associate  Technology 

The  Chauncey 

November 

Pass 

CDA  2500 

3 

Specialist  Certification: 

Group 

2000  to 

Networking  II 

Network  Design  and 

International 

Present 

Network  Administration 

Cluster 

Associate  Technology 

The  Chauncey 

November 

Pass 

COP  1000 

3 

Specialist  Certification: 

Group 

2000  to 

Introduction  to 

Programming/Software 

International 

Present 

Computer 

Engineering  Development 

Programming 

and  Implementation  Cluster 

with  Visual  Basic 

Associate  Technology 

The  Chauncey 

November 

Pass 

CGS  2260  - 

3 

Specialist  Certification: 

Group 

2000  to 

Computer 

Technical  Support 

International 

Present 

Hardware  and 

Administration/Maintenance 

Software 

and  Installations/Upgrades 

Maintenance 

Cluster 

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Recognized  Examinations  (must  achieve  passing  score) 

Title  of  Examination 

Sponsoring 

Effective 

Passing 

Edison  College 

Number 

Organization 

Dates 

Score 

Course 
Equivalent 

of 
Credits 

Associate  Technology 

The  Chauncey 

November 

Pass 

COP  1822- 

3 

Specialist  Certification:  Web 

Group 

2000  to 

Intemet 

Development  and 

International 

Present 

Programming 

Administration  Cluster 

Associate  Computing 

Institute  for 

May  1990 

70% 

CGS  1000 

3 

Professional  and  Certified 

Certification  of 

to 

Computer 

Computing  Professional, 

Computer 

December 

Literacy 

3 

Core  Examination 

Professionals 

2001 

GEB  1011 
Introduction  to 
Business 
CIS  2321  Data 
Systems  and 
Management 
MAN  2021 
Management 
Principles 
CGS  2541 
Advanced 
Database 
Computing 

3 
3 
3 

Associate  Computing 

Institute  for 

January 

70% 

CGS  1100 

2 

Professional  and  Certified 

Certification  of 

1994  to 

Microcomputer 

Computing  Professional, 

Computer 

December 

Applications 

2 

Micro  computing  and 

Professionals 

2001 

CDA    1005 

Networks  Exam 

Networking 
Essentials 

Associate  Computing 

Institute  for 

May  1990 

70% 

COP  1000 

2 

Professional  and  Certified 

Certification  of 

to 

Introduction  to 

Computing  Professional, 

Computer 

December 

Computer 

Procedural  Programming 

Professionals 

2001 

Programming 

Exam 

with  Visual  Basic 

Associate  Computing 

Institute  for 

January 

70% 

COP  1224 

3 

Professional  and  Certified 

Certification  of 

1994  to 

Programming 

Computing  Professional, 

Computer 

December 

with  C++ 

Languages  Exam  -  C++ 

Professionals 

2001 

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MI.  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  learn- 
ing acquired  through  experience.  Students  may  be 
awarded  college  credit  for  courses  in  the  area  of  busi- 
ness administration,  which  are  listed  below. 

GST  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, 
students  must  be  degree-seeking  at  Edison  Col- 
lege, or  plan  to  transfer  the  credit  to  a  degf  ee  pro- 
gram offered  through  the  Edison  University  Cen- 
ter. 

Students  must  have  earned  a  minimum  of  1 8  col- 
lege credits  from  a  regionally-accredited  college 
or  university  before  submitting  a  portfolio  for 
evaluation. 

Before  submitting  a  portfolio  for  evaluation,  stu- 
dents must  complete  SLS  1320  Exploring  Learn- 
ing 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  assess- 
ment 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 
identified  as  being  eligible  for  portfolio  credit.  The 
portfolio  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.  Af- 
ter this  deadline,  the  student  may  pay  the  assess- 
ment fee  again  and  have  an  additional  1 80  days  to 
submit  the  portfolio,  with  permission  of  the  ad- 
vising specialist.  This  fee  may  be  waived  with 
permission  of  the  Academic  Dean  if  the  student 
provides  documentation  of  mitigating  circum- 
stances that  prevented  completion  of  the  portfo- 
lio. A  student  may  not  exceed  a  total  of  360  days 
to  submit  a  portfolio  for  a  specified  course. 

•  Once  a  completed  portfolio  is  received  by  a  fac- 
ulty 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  ap- 
pealed only  for  the  following  reasons: 

1.  The  faculty  member  failed  to  follow  estab- 
lished policies  and  procedures  concerning  the 
portfolio  evaluation. 

2.  The  faculty  member  failed  to  evaluate  the 
portfolio  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  demon- 
strate 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 
Academic  Dean  must  notify  the  student  within  30  days 
of  the  outcome  of  the  appeal.  The  decision  of  the  Dean 
is  final. 

•  A  minimum  of  1 5  credits  must  be  earned  through 
courses  at  Edison  College  before  credit  earned 
from  portfolio  is  posted  to  the  Edison  College  tran- 
script. 

•  Not  all  colleges  and  universities  accept  portfolio 
credit  in  transfer.  Students  who  are  planning  to 
transfer  their  portfolio  credit  should  check  with 
the  college  or  university  to  which  they  intend  to 
transfer  to  see  if  the  portfolio  credit  will  be  ac- 
cepted. 


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STUDENT  RECORDS 


Edison  College  respects  each  student's  right  to  privacy 
and  releases,  provides  access  to,  and  maintains  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  College  has  designated  the  District  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  without  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: 


2. 
3. 
4. 
5. 
6. 
7. 


9. 

10. 

11. 


Student's  name. 

Student's  local  address  and  telephone  number. 

Student's  permanent  address  and  telephone  number. 

Current  term  hours  enrolled. 

Major. 

Date(s)  of  enrollment. 

Degree(s)  and  honors  earned  and  dates. 

Participation  in  officially  recognized  activities  or 

sports. 

Date  of  birth. 

Previous  colleges  attended. 

Student  e-mail  address. 


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  re- 
leased without  the  written  consent  of  the  student." 

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,  fiill-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  refiind  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. 


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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  educatios  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  re- 
quest 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  collection  agent),  a  person  serving  on  the  Dis- 
trict Board  of  Trustees,  or  a  student  serving  on  an  offi- 


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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, 

-  Admissions  eligibility  to  an  Edison  College 
Baccalaureate  Program 

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

-  Readmission  from  Academic  Suspension/Dismissal, 

-  Exception  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- 


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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  invalidate  the 
court  order  or  subpoena,  and  provide  Edison  with  copies 
of  the  relevant  legal  documents.  All  releases  of  student  in- 
formation are  made  in  compliance  with  state  and  federal 
regulations. 

Student  Holds 

Holds  are  placed  on  a  student's  account,  records, 
transcript,  grades,  diploma,  or  registration  if  the  stu- 
dent does  not  fulflU  all  flnancial  or  other  obligations  to 
the  college.  Satisfaction  of  the  obligation  is  required 
prior  to  the  release  of  the  hold  by  the  appropriate  col- 
lege office. 

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.  Documentation:  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  institu- 
tion. 

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  twenty-one  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  substitution  provided,  the  substitu- 
tions identified  as  available  for  each  documented  dis- 
ability and  the  number  of  requests  that  were  denied. 

Transcripts 

Students  needing  an  official  Edison  transcript  should 
submit  a  completed  Transcript  Request  Form  to  the  Office 
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 
identification  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). 


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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  campus 
Cashier  Office,  by  debit/credit  card  via  the  college's  web 
registration  system  or  on  the  internet.  The  college  reserves 
the  right  to  drop  a  class,  or  classes,  from  a  student's  regis- 
tration if  fees  are  not  paid  in  full  by  the  payment  due  date. 

Students  who  withdraw  from  classes  and  received  finan- 
cial 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-reftmdable  fee  to  apply  to 

Edison  College 

U.S.  Citizen $20.00 

Non-U.S.  Citizen 50.00 

Application  Fees  for  Limited  Access 

Programs 

Cardiovascular  Technology $15.00 

Dental  Hygiene $15.00 

EMS/Paramedic $15.00 

Nursing $15.00 

Radiologic  Technology $15.00 

Respiratory  Care $15.00 


Tuition 

(Including  Audit) 


Florida  Non- 

Resident         Resident 

Per  Credit  Per  Credit 

HourHour 

Credit  Programs' $  70.69 $265.46 

Multiple  Attempt  Charge  ...  $265.46 S265.46 

Postsecondary  Adult 

Vocational  Programs $  56.11 $221.11 

Continuing  Workforce 

Education  Programs $107.00 $107.00 

Tuition  B.A.S.  Degree $  77.70 $449.24 

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. 

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


Student  Access  /  ID  Card $10.00 

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

Nursing  Comprehensive  Testing  Package: 

Nursing  Testing  Fees: 

Nursing  Comprehensive  Testing  Package  ...$280.00 
Basic  Students  Per  Semester $70.00 

Advanced  Placement  Students: 

First  Semester $140.00 

Last  Two  Semesters $70.00 

A&P  Challenge  Tests $20.00 

Nursing  Mobility  Challenge  Test$55.00 

Insurance  Fees 

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

Cardiovascular  Technology $32.50 

Dental  Hygiene '. $26.50 

EMT-Basic  Certificate  Program $32.50 

Nursing $26.50 

Paramedic  Certificate  Program $32.50 

Radiologic  Technology $26.50 

Respiratory  Care$26.50 

Other  Fees  and  Charges 

Dental  Clinic  Fee $15.00 

EPI  Challenge  Fee $35.00 

Late  Registration  Fee $25.00 

Lost  Library  Materials $42.00 

Parking  Fine $10.00 

Parking  Fine:  Handicapped $25.00 

Short-term  Loan  Application  Fee 
(non-refundable)$  15.00 

Test  Administration  Fees 

CLAST:  (College  Level  Academic  Skills 

Test):  Retakes $20.00 

CLAST:  Other  Institutions $25.00 

CLEP  (College  Level  Examination 

Program) $12.00 

DANTES  (Def  Activity  for  Non-Traditional 

Educ.  Support $10.00 

FCELPT  (FL  College  Entry  Level  Placement 

Test) $10.00 

FCELPT:  Other  Institutions $15.00 

Correspondence  Test  Proctoring  (per  test)  ..  $25.00 


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Student  Financial  Information/Financial  Aid 


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The  staff  of  the  Office  of  Student  Financial  Aid  pro- 
vides financial  assistance  to  qualified  students  to  attend 
Edison.  They  administer  the  Federal  grants  (PELL  and 
FSEOG)  ,  Work  Study  Program  for  student  employment, 
scholarships  and  loans.  Application  for  all  types  of  student 
financial  assistance  is  made  by  filing  the  Free  Application 
for  Federal  Student  Aid  (FAFSA)  each  year  at 
www.fafsa.ed.gov.  Informational  brochures  and  materials 
are  available  at  all  Financial  Aid  Offices  at  Edison  loca- 
tions, or  at  www.edison.edu.  Students  may  login  to  the 
Edison  Portal  at  www.edison.edu  and  click  on  the  Student 
Services  tab  for  information  on  their  financial  aid  status. 

Financial  Information 

—  Students  or  parents  wishing  to  make  payment  by  check 
should  make  it  payable  to  Edison  College  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 

A  variety  of  financial  resources  are  available  to  assist 
those  who  need  assistance  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  student  on  the  basis  of  financial  need,  scholastic 
achievement,  and  character.  Limited  funds  are  available  to 
qualified  students  for  the  Summer  semester.  FAFSA  appli- 
cations for  assistance  received  after  May  1,  2006,  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  Stan- 
dards 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  College  Short-Term  Loan  Fund:  The  Col- 
lege makes  short-term  loans  available  to  students  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 
Application  for  Federal  Student  Aid)  at  www.fafsa.ed.gov 
to  establish  qualificadon  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  ftinds  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 

Recipients  of  federal  financial  aid  funds  that  withdraw 
from  classes  prior  to  completion  of  60  percent  of  the  term 
will  be  required  to  repay  a  portion  of  funds  received  as 
defined  by  the  federal  regulations.  The  Financial  Aid  Of- 
fice will  distribute  specific  infomiation  with  financial  aid 
awards. 


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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  College 
are  applied  uniformly  to  all  financial  aid  programs  admin- 
istered by  the  college,  except  those  programs  whose  eligi- 
bility requirements  are  restricted  to  institutional  funds  or 
outside  donor  restrictions.  Some  scholarship  programs  carry 
their  own  academic  standards  for  renewal  of  eligibility. 

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  1 50  percent  of  the  published  length 
of  the  program. 

All  transfer  credits  will  be  included  as  attempted  credit 
hours  as  well  as  all  Edison  College  attempted  course  work 
regardless  of  whether  the  courses  are  applicable  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  fi-om  financial  aid  as- 
sistance, the  student  must  attend  a  semester  without  finan- 
cial aid  and  earn  a  minimum  of  six  (6)  credits  with  a  se- 
mester 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.  Whether  the  de- 
gree is  accepted  or  recognized  by  Edison  College  does  not 
matter. 

Student  Fees 

Student  fees  are  payable  by  the  date  shown  on  the 
schedule  receipt.  Financial  aid  recipients  may  have  their 
fees  covered  by  approved  financial  aid  fiinds.  The  student's 
financial  aid  award  process  must  be  finalized  to  have  tu- 
ition covered  by  this  process.  Financial  aid  recipients  that 
receive  funds  that  exceed  the  charges  to  their  student  ac- 
count will  receive  a  refund  check  which  is  mailed  to  the 
address  on  file  with  the  College  Records  Office. 

Class  Attendance 

Financial  aid  recipients  must  attend  all  classes  they 
are  registered  for  to  receive  a  financial  aid  award.  Failure 
to  demonstrate  attendance  in  classes  will  result  in  a  reduc- 
tion or  cancellation  of  financial  aid  funds. 

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 reftind  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  fiinds. 


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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  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  Specialist 
for  certification  of  enrollment.  Submit  additional  forms 
if  requested  for  certification  to  the  Veterans  Specialist. 

—  Contact  the  Veterans  Specialist  when  you  register  for 
classes  each  semester,  change  your  course  schedule, 
change  your  degree  program  have  a  change  of  address. 

—  Contact  the  Veterans  Affairs  Office  with  your  sched- 
ule receipt  as  soon  as  possible  before  the  beginning  of 
the  each  term  to  avoid  a  delay  in  receiving  benefits. 

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  College  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  Tuition 

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  no- 
tify the  Veterans  Affairs  Office  immediately.  Such  a  change 
could  result  in  an  incorrect  payment  fi-om  the  VA.  With- 
drawals and  grades  of  "W"  are  retroactive  to  the  beginning 
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  Educa- 
tional 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  still  has  less  than  a  2.0  GPA,  the  vet- 
eran benefits  will  be  terminated  by  the  VA. 


A  climate  of  academic  excellence  characterizes 
Edison  College. 


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Scholarships 


Edison  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  College.  The  Founda- 
tion accepts  gifts  in  support  of  the  activities  directly  re- 
lated to  the  mission  of  Edison  College,  including  cash,  prop- 
erty, securities,  bequests,  trusts,  and  other  life  income  ar- 
rangements. 

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.  Because 
of  Foundation  donors,  hundreds  of  lives  have  been  changed 
through  education.  Donor  gifts  provide  scholarships  to  stu- 
dents 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  equip- 
ment and  to  provide  for  updated  learning  resourt;es  and 
instructional  technology.  The  Foundation  is  guided  by  a  40 
-member  Board  of  Directors,  composed  of  business  and 
community  leaders  who  are  vitally  interested  in  higher  edu- 
cation in  Southwest  Florida.  District  offices  for  the  Foun- 
dation are  located  in  Building  I,  Room  209  of  the  Lee  Cam- 
pus. 

Institutional  Scholarships 

Edison  College  offers  a  variety  of  institutional  schol- 
arships to  students  based  on  academic  status  and/or  finan- 
cial need.  Students  may  apply  through  the  appropriate  pro- 
gram or  directly  to  a  Financial  Aid  Office  on  each  campus. 


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  Campus  Financial  Aid  Office.  Funds  must  be 
received  prior  to  the  beginning  of  a  semester  to  allow  a 
student  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  Campus  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. 


Program 

Activity  Scholarships 

Activity  Scholarships 
Varying  Amounts 


Eligibility  Information 

Students  who  participate  or  show  potential 
in  the  areas  of  art,  music,  or  Student  Gov- 
ernment. The  award  is  renewable  with  sat- 
isfactory academic  progress. 


Application  Information 

File  the  FAFSA.  Art  students  must  also  sub- 
mit a  portfolio  to  the  department  chairper- 
son. Music  and  drama  students  must  audi- 
tion for  the  appropriate  department  chair- 
person. Students  in  Student  Government 
must  be  recommended  by  the  appropriate 
Edison  advisor 


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  al'e  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. 


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Activity  Scholarships 


Eligibility  Information 


Application  Information 


Child  Care  Scholarships 
$500-51500 


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  ap- 
plication 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  College  website,  www.edisoo.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  Ap- 
plication for  Federal  Student  Aid  (FAFSA)  to  be  eligible  to 
receive  institutional  scholarship  funds. 

Endowed  scholarships  are  provided  by  the  Edison  Col- 
lege Foundation,  Inc.  Tuition  and  book  scholarships  are 
awarded  to  several  hundred  students  each  year  from  en- 
dowments established  by  community  residents.  The  fol- 
lowing 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 

Deep  Creek  Lions  Club  Scholarship 

Fannie  Koontz  Henry  Scholarship 

Fawcett  Memorial  Medical  Staff  Scholarship 

Jennifer  Griffin  Scholarship 

Helphenstine  Family  Scholarship 

McQueen  Family  Scholarship 

James  Moore  Scholarship 

Omni  Waste  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 

Helping  Collier  Students  First 

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.  F.A.  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 

Gordon  and  Virginia  Harbuck  Scholarship 

James  and  Eleanor  Newton  Scholarship 

Evelyn  Rose  Silverman  Hispanic  Honors  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 


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Math: 

Joyce  and  Emory  Rogaski  Scholarship 

Margaret  R.  Cran  Scholarship 

Ray  L.  Williams  Scholarship 
Music: 

Eleanor  Morgan  Scholarship 

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.  Wamock,  MD  Scholarship  * 

Jennifer  Griffin  Scholarship 

Joann  Evans  Scholarship 

Joseph  Leto  Scholarship 

Sally  Poppen  Marasco  Scholarship 

Joseph  Moskal  Scholarship 

Joyce  and  Emory  Rogaski  Scholarship 

Community  Health  Association  Scholarship 

Lillian  A.  Medhurst  Scholarship 

Marion  D.  Burgess  Scholarship 

Paula  G.  Walker  Scholarship 

Punta  Gorda  Rotary  Scholarship 

Richard  Orrin  Hilliker,  III  Memorial  Scholarship 

Rossie  Evans  Alderman  Scholarship 
Occupational/Technical  Programs: 

Marie  L.  Bruel  Scholarship 
Outstanding  Sophomores: 

Maurice  and  Jean  Plummer  Scholarship 
Paralegal  Studies: 

Paralegal  Studies  Scholarship 
Project  Hope: 

Betty  Gardiner  Scholarship 

Dorothy  Harris  Scholarship 
Protective  Services,  Collier  County: 

Saldukas  Family  Foundation  Scholarship 
Radiologic  Technology: 

The  Bireley  Family  Foundation  Scholarship 

Ward  A.  Shaver  Scholarship 
Respiratory  Care: 

Anna  Kontinos  Scholarship 

Laurel  Dawn  McNew  Scholarship 
Returning  Students: 

Estate  Planning  Council  of  SW  Florida 

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 
Uru-estricted: 

AAUW  Scholarship 

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 

Fort  Myers  Rotary,  South  -  Scholarship 

John  Evans  Memorial  Scholarship 

William  R.  Frizzell  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 

Mary  Gerrish  Scholarship 

Mayson  Robbins  Scholarship 

Michael  Griffith,  Valerie  Griffith-Holmes, 
Jack  Holmes  Scholarship 

Minnesota  Twins  Scholarship 

Music  on  Pine  Island  Scholarship 

Pat  Hammond  Memorial  Scholarship 

Pop  and  Marj  Kelly  Scholarship 

Red  Cattle  Scholarship 

Rene  Sichere  Scholarship 

Robert  Sneckenberger  Scholarship 

Rose  Kosches  Scholarship 

Sarah  Barden  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 


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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  1101  (English  Composi- 
tion 1),  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  fi-om  classroom  to  respond  to  a  call  should  be  made 
with  a  minimum  of  disturbance. 

CHILDREN  OR  FAMILY  MEMBERS  IN 
THE  CLASSROOM  (VISITORS) 

Only  currently  enrolled  students  are  authorized  to  be  in 
classrooms,  except  for  situations  involving  a  disability.  Chil- 
dren, spouses,  or  other  relatives  are  not  permitted,  except  with 
permission  of  the  Dean.  Complaints  regarding  classroom  dis- 
ruption should  be  reported  to  the  Dean's  office. 

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  determina- 
tion of  what  constitutes  excessive  absence  in  any  course 
rests  with  the  professor  conducting  that  course.  Attendance 
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  description  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  meeting.  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  tumed  in  at  the  Registrar's  Office. 

Students  who  officially  withdraw  from  a  class  or 
classes  any  time  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  12  or  more  credits  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  stu- 
dents to  make  up  Incompletes.  The  Dean's  List  will  be 
posted  on  each  campus,  and  each  student  on  this  list  will 


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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.  Please  note:  Courses  EXCLUDED 
include  all  COLLEGE  PREFATORY,  and  course  prefixes 
EAP,  PEL,  PEM,  and  PEN. 

FACULTY  OFFICE  HOURS 

Professors  must  be  available  to  students  outside  of  class 
to  comply  with  both  Florida  Administration  Code  and 
Southern  Association  of  Colleges  and  Schools'  (SACS)  re- 
quirements. 

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.  j^dditional 
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. 

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  stu- 
dent who  believes  that  an  error  was  made  in  the  assign- 
ment of  their  final  grade  must  contact  their  professor,  or 
the  appropriate  academic  dean  by  the  28"^  calendar  day  af- 
ter the  start  of  classes  in  the  subsequent  semester.  For  ex- 
ample, 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  and  for- 
warded 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. 


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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  institu- 
tions. 

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 

During  the  semester  professors  will  communicate  di- 
rectly with  those  students  who  are  doing  unsatisfactory 
work.  The  responsibility  for  the  academic  evaluation  of 
students  and  the  assignment  of  final  grades  rests  with  the 
professor  who  has  been  assigned  to  teach  that  course.  A 
student  who  believes  that  an  error  was  made  in  the  assign- 
ment of  their  final  grade  must  contact  their  professor  by 
the  28*  calendar  day  after  the  start  of  the  classes  in  the 
subsequent  semester.  That  is,  the  student  must  request 
the  review  of  a  grade  that  was  assigned  in  the  Fall  se- 
mester by  the  28""  calendar  day  after  the  start  of  Spring 
classes.  Students  with  unsatisfactory  performance  are  en- 
couraged to  meet  with  their  professors  or  an  Academic 
Advisor  with  a  view  toward  improving  their  work. 

GRADE-POINT  SYSTEM 

The  following  grade  symbols  and  grade  point  weights 
are  used  at  Edison  College. 

A     Excellent  4  points 

B     Good  3  points 

C     Average  2  points 

D     Poor  1  point 

F      Failure  0  points 

1      Incomplete*  0  points 

NR  Not  reported  0  points 

S      Satisfactory  ,  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  existing 
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  Thesis/Research  regis- 
tration process,  students  must  complete  the  Honors  Thesis/ 
Research  Project  form.  This  form  is  available  on  the  Lee 
Campus  in  the  Division  of  Arts  and  Sciences,  L-102,  and 
in  the  Honors  Scholar  Program  office,  L-137,  and  on  the 
Charlotte  and  Collier  Campuses  in  the  Counselors'  offices. 
Once  this  form  is  properly  documented,  submitted,  and 
approved  by  the  Campus  Dean,  the  student  may  register 
for  the  course. 

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

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  "I"  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  stu- 
dent 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"'I" 
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  Dean. 
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  dis- 
ability, or  unique  work  schedule  (attach  documentation). 

(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 
at  the  Dean's  office,  or  at  Edison's  webpage 
www.edison.edu.  Click  on  the  Executive  Administration 
link  on  the  left,  then  click  on  the  Office  of  Academic  Af- 
fairs link.  Click  on  one  of  the  links  next  to  Individualized 
Study  Request  to  download  the  form.  The  Individualized 
Study  form  must  be  completed  and  submitted  to  the  Dean 
prior  to  the  end  of  the  drop/add  period  for  the  given  semes- 
ter. 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,  CDs  and  DVDs,  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  col- 
leges and  cooperafive  libraries. 

Learning  Resources  Cards: 

Students  eligible  for  borrowing  privileges  must  obtain 
an  Edison  student  ID  card  and  present  the  card  for  all  li- 
brary transactions.  The  ID  card  is  encoded  with  a  library 
user  code  for  checkout  and  database  access  and  serves  as 


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the  student's  print  and  photocopy  cost  recovery  card.  Com- 
munity users  will  be  issued  a  standard  library  card  with 
barcode  ID. 

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. 

Fees  for  Edison  materials  or  interlibrary  materi- 
als lost  but  subsequently  found,  are  refunded  at  the 
discretion  of  the  Edison  LR  or  the  lending  library. 

Exceptions  and  special  considerations  may  be 
made  (at  the  discretion  of  the  Director  of  Learning  Re- 
sources) 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. 

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:  Students  must  take  1 2  credits  or  more  dur- 
ing any  semester  session  (6  credits  or  more  during  a 
mini-session)  to  be  considered  full-time  students. 

B.  Part-Time:  Students  who  enroll  in  less  than  the  ftill- 
time  minimums  are  considered  part-time. 

C.  Credit:  Students  who  enroll  for  college  credit  in  a  cur- 
rent session  will  be  considered  Credit  Students. 

D.  Audit:  Students,  who  enroll  for  no  credit,  that  is,  stu- 
dents who  audit  a  course  normally  offered  for  credit, 
will  be  considered  Audit  Students. 

E.  Non-Credit  (Continuing  Education):  Students  who 


enroll  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  in- 
formation regarding  instructional  practices  and  procedures. 
Among  relevant  kinds  of  information  is  the  student's  opin- 
ion regarding  classes  he/she  is  taking.  Student  Review  of 
Instruction  and  Course  Evaluation  forms  are  distributed  af- 
ter mid-term  examinations  (VPAA002).  The  professor  ar- 
ranges 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  eru-olled 
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  fiill-time  faculty,  as  prescribed  in  the 
Collective  Negotiations  Agreement,  and  every  semester  for 
adjunct  faculty. 

STUDENT  SURVEYS 

Edison  College  will  periodically  distribute  surveys  to 
students  in  order  to  obtain  information  useful  in  evaluating 
education  programs,  student  services  and  many  other  as- 
pects 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  administered  to  a  cross- 
section  of  students,  to  graduates  of  particular  programs  or 
to  students  enrolled  for  a  short  time.  Results  of  student  sur- 
veys are  shared  with  administrators,  faculty,  the  Board  of 
Trustees  and  with  students.  Findings  are  reported  in  the 
aggregate,  without  identifying  any  particular  student.  The 
information  is  used  to  identify  ways  to  improve  programs 
and  services,  and  to  plan  future  activities.  Student  partici- 


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pation  in  surveys  ensures  that  the  information  gathered  pro- 
vides 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  uni- 
formity of  course  delivery,  Edison  has  identified  a  process 
which  seeks  to  provide  for  faculty  input  in  classroom  ma- 
terials 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  ma- 
terial adoption  should  be  retained  in  the  supervisor's  of- 
fice. 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. 


Edison  student  Johnny  Ortega  kisses  a  pot-bellied  pig  to  help  raise  funds  for  the  American  Cancer  Society 's  Relay  for  Life. 

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Honors  Scholar  Program 


Edison  College  offers  qualified  students  with  high  abil- 
ity and  motivation  an  enriched,  challenging  program  of 
study  through  the  Honors  Scholar  Program  (HSP).  Partici- 
pation 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  tradi- 
tional classes,  but  instead  offer  innovative  approaches  to 
learning  which  focus  on  the  individual  student.  Honors 
classes  may,  depending  on  the  course,  involve  problem 
solving,  student  projects,  or  a  student  seminar  approach  to 
learning.  Synergy  results  when  the  best  and  brightest  are 
assembled  together  to  inspire  each  other  to  think  in  unique, 
novel  ways.  Faculty  are  selected  for  their  expertise  and  in- 
terest 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. 


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 
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  portfolio  of  art,  music, 
or  dance. 

Completion  of  two  college 
honors  courses  with  an 
"A"  or  a  "B"  in  both 
classes. 


A  minimum  of  1 8  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  43.  Additional  requirements  not  summa- 
rized here  also  apply. 

Honors  Scholarships 

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

How  to  Apply 

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


Students  at  the  Collier  Campus  enjoy  a  beautiful  setting 
for  classes,  social  interaction  and  library  study. 


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Academic  Support  Programs 


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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  recog- 
nizes the  ACT-E,  SAT-R,  and  FCELPT  tests  for  purposes 
of  evaluation.  The  FCELPT  is  routinely  given  to  entering 
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 
55  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  instruc- 
tion and  subsequently  enroll  in  college  preparatory  in- 
struction must  successfully  complete  the  required  col- 
lege preparatory  studies  by  the  time  they  have  success- 
fully accumulated  12  hours  of  college-level  course  work, 
or  they  must  maintain  continuous  enrollment  in  college 
preparatory  coursework  each  semester  until  the  require- 
ments are  completed  while  performing  satisfactorily  in 
the  degree  earning  course  work.  Students  cannot  enroll 
for  more  than  three  (3)  attempts  in  each  course  to  complete 
college  preparatory  instruction.  Students  enrolled  in  a  col- 
lege preparatory  course  who  drop  the  course  after  the  drop/ 
add  period  are  considered  to  have  utilized  one  of  the  three 
attempts  allowed  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 
32  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, 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  mathematics.  There  are  three  levels  of  reading, 
three  levels  of  English  and  two  levels  of  mathematics. 

College  preparatory  reading  instruction  includes  the 
recognifion  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,  punctuation,  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)  con- 
tact hours  per  semester.  These  contact  hours  are  comprised 
of  a  combination  of  regular  classroom  lecture  hours  and 
open  lab  hours.  The  open  lab  hours  are  posted  each  semes- 
ter 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  En- 
glish, 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- 


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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  con- 
tact the  SAIL  Program  or  Academic  Support  Programs  if 
you  have  questions  about  this  program. 

SOAR  (Student  Opportunities  for  Achieve- 
ment and  Rewards) 

SOAR  (Student  Opportunities  for  Achievement  and 
Rewards)  is  Edison  College's  student  success  program  de- 
signed to  help  students  become  better  learners.  Students 
can  visit  with  SOAR  staff  personally  about  goals  or  ob- 
stacles that  relate  to  their  academic  progress.  They  may 
also  attend  one  of  the  many  free  workshops  that  cover  many 
areas  of  life  management  that  pertain  to  academic  success. 

A  sampling  of  workshops  that  are  regularly  offered  are 
Study  Hints  and  Shortcuts,  Improve  Note  Taking,  Time 
Management-Life  Management,  Test-Taking  and  Test  Anxi- 
ety and  many  more.  SOAR  also  hosts  employer  forums 
and  special  orientations  and  campus  tours. 

Career  Exploration  resources  are  also  available  at 
SOAR.  Career  and  personality  assessments  are  offered  to 
help  students  select  a  major  and  learn  more  about  careers. 
Another  great  service  offered  by  SOAR  is  Edison  JobNet, 
a  career  management  tool  for  students.  Students  can  view 
hundreds  of  job  and  career  listings  24  hours  a  day.  In  addi- 
tion, if  students  wish,  they  can  post  their  resumes  to  Edison 


JobNet.  Their  resumes  can  be  viewed  by  employers  who 
are  registered  with  JobNet. 

The  Single  Parent  Program  is  also  located  in  the  Stu- 
dent Success  area  with  SOAR.  It  is  a  grant  funded  pro- 
gram that  assists  single  parent  students  at  Edison.  Students 
must  be  enrolled  in  an  Associate  of  Science  or  Certificate 
program  at  Edison  College  to  be  eligible  for  these  services. 
Services  may  include  scholarships,  use  of  the  textbook  lend- 
ing library,  and  other  resources  that  help  students  achieve 
academic  success. 

Peer  Tutoring 

The  Edison  College  Peer  Tutorial  Program  is  commit- 
ted to  providing  students  opportunities  for  academic 
achievement  through  personalized  tutoring  services.  Its  goal 
is  to  facilitate  learning  in  a  professional,  yet  relaxed  envi- 
ronment. 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  students.  Tutoring 
services  are  available  on  all  three  campuses. 

Programs  for  Students  with  Disabilities 

Edison  College  offers  students  with  documented  dis- 
abilities programs  to  equalize  access  to  the  educational  pro- 
cess. The  Coordinator  for  Students  with  Disabilities  pro- 
vides support  services  in  the  provision  of  educational  ac- 
commodations to  self-identifying  students.  Documented 
students  needing  accommodations  and  modifications  are 
provided  appropriate  direct  services  such  as  note  taking, 
test  proctoring,  and  scribing. 


District  President  Kenneth  P.  Walker  (far  right)  welcomes  scholarship  donors  Dk  and  Mrs.  Richard  Rush  (center)  and 
Edison  College  Foundation.  Inc.  Board  Member  Lynne  Taylor  (far  left),  along  with  SGA  President  Zuleidy  Fernandez. 


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COLLEGE  LEVEL 
ACADEMIC  SKILLS  TEST  (CLAST) 


The  State  of  Florida  has  developed  a  test  of  college- 
level  communication  and  computation  skills  called  the  Col- 
lege Level  Academic  Skills  Test  (CLAST).  CLAST  is  de- 
signed 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. 

b.  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. 

c.  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  En- 
glish 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. 

2.     Achieve  a: 

a.  2.5  cumulative  GPA  on  a  4.0  grade  scale  in  ENC 
1101  and  ENC  1102  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 

MAC 
1147 

MAC 

2311 

STA 

2023 

*Adds  and  subtracts  rational  numbers 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

♦Multiplies  and  divides  rational  numbers 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

*Adds  and  subtracts  rational  numbers  in  decimal  form 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

'Multiplies  and  divides  rational  numbers  in  decimal  form 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

♦Calculates  percent  increase  and  percent  decrease 

X 

X 

X 

♦Recognizes  the  meaning  of  exponents 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

♦Determines  the  order-relation  between  real  numbers 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

^ 

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

X 

X 

X 

X 

♦Solves  problems  that  involve  the  structure  and  logic  of  arithmetic 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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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 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Calculates  distance                                                                                                                 ^ 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Calculates  areas 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Calculates  volumes 

X 

X 

•Identifies  relationships  between  angle  measures 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Classifies  simple  plane  figures  by  recognizing  their  properties 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Recognizes  similar  mangles  and  their  properties 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Identifies  appropnate  types  of  measurement  of  geometric  objects 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

Infers  formulas  for  measuring  geometric  figures 

X 

X 

X 

X 

Selects  applicable  formulas  for  computing  measures  of  geometric  figures 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Solves  real-world  problems  involving  the  Pythagorean  property 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

ALGEBRA  SKILLS 

•Adds  and  subtracts  real  numbers 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Multiplies  and  divides  real  numbers                                                  * 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Solves  linear  equations  and  inequalities 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Finds  particular  values  of  a  ftinction 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Factors  a  quadratic  expression 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Finds  the  roots  of  a  quadratic  equation 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Solves  a  system  of  two  linear  equations  in  two  unknowns 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Uses  properties  of  operations  correctly 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Recognizes  statements  and  conditions  of  proportionality  and  variation 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Use  applicable  proper  ties  to  select  equivalent  equations  and  inequalities 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Solves  problems  that  involve  the  strucmre  and  logic  of  algebra 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

X 

STATISTICS  SKILLS,  INCLUDING  PROBABILITY 

•Identifies  information  contained  in  bar,  line  and  circle  graphs 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

•Uses  the  fundamental  counting  principle 

X 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

•Identifies  the  probability  of  a  specific  outcome  in  an  experiment 

X 

X 

X 

X 

•Infers  relations  and  makes  accurate  predictions  from  studying  statistical  data 

X 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

X 

•Solves  real-worid  problems  involving  probabilities 

X 

X 

X 

X 

LOGICAL  REASONING  SKILLS 

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

X 

•Draws  logical  conclusions  from  data 

X 

•Draws  logical  conclusions  when  facts  warrant  them 

X 

X 

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Communication  Skills 

CLAST  skills  are  required  in  these  broad  categories: 


READING 

ENC 
1101 

ENC 

1102 

SPC 
1600 

The  student: 

♦Recognizes  mam  ideas  m  a  given  passage 

X 

X 

'Identifies  supporting  details 

X 

X 

♦Determines  meanings  of  words  on  the  basis  of  context 

X 

X 

•Recognizes  stated  relationships  between  words,  sentences,  and  ideas 

X 

X 

'Recognizes  the  author's  purpose 

X 

X 

♦Distinguishes  beUveen  statements  of  fact  and  statements  of  opinion 

X 

X 

♦Detects  bias  and  prejudice 

X 

X 

♦Recognizes  author's  tone 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

♦Recognizes  valid  arguments  and  draws  logical  inferences  and  conclusions 

X 

X 

LISTENING 

The  student: 
♦Recognizes  main  ideas 

X 

♦Identifies  supporting  details 

X 

♦Recognizes  explicit  relationships  among  ideas 

X 

♦Recalls  basic  ideas  and  facts 

X 

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

X 

♦Discriminates  between  statements  of  fact  and  statements  of  opinion 

X 

♦Distinguishes  between  emotional  and  logical  arguments 

X 

♦Detects  bias  and  prejudice 

X 

♦Recognizes  the  speakers  attitude 

X 

♦Synthesizes  and  evaluates  by  drawing  logical  inference  and  conclusions 

X 

♦Recalls  the  implications  and  arguments 

X 

WRITING 

The  student: 

♦Selects  a  subject  which  lends  itself  to  expository  writing 

X 

X 

♦Determines  the  purpose  for  writing 

X 

X 

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

X 

X 

♦Formulates  a  thesis  statement  which  reflects  the  purpose 

X 

X 

♦Develops  a  thesis  statement 

X 

X 

♦Demonstrates  effective  word  choice 

X 

X 

♦Employs  conventional  sentence  structure 

X 

X 

♦Employs  effective  sentence  structure 

X 

X 

♦Observes  the  convention  of  standard  American  English  grammar  and  usage 

X 

X 

♦Uses  standard  practice  for  spelling  punctuation  and  capitalization 

X 

X 

♦Revises,  edits  and  proofi-eads  units  of  written  discourse  to  assure  clarity,  consistency,  and  conformity  to 
the  conventions  of  standard  American  English 

X 

X 

SPEAKING 

The  student: 

♦Determines  the  purpose  of  the  oral  discourse 

\ 

♦Chooses  a  topic  and  restricts  it  according  to  purpose 

X 

♦Fulfills  the  purpose  of  the  discourse 

X 

♦Employs  vocal  variety  in  rate,  pitch  and  intensity 

X 

♦Articulates  clearly 

X 

♦Employs  the  level  of  American  English  appropnate  to  the  designated  audience 

X 

♦Demonstrates  nonverbal  behavior  which  supports  the  verbal  message 

X 

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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  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  fiilly  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  College.  CLAST  requirements  also 
apply  to  students  transferring  to  state  universities  in  Florida 
from  private  colleges  in  Florida  and  from  out  of  state  col- 
leges. 

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  Campus  in  the  Assessment 
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.  See  CLAST  Waiver  Requests  for  more  information. 


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  Campus,  to  review  the 
student's  case.  This  committee  is  responsible  to  the  Dis- 
trict Vice  President  for  Academic  Affairs  and  has  four  ad- 
ditional members:  a  member  of  the  mathematics  depart- 
ment, a  member  of  the  English  department,  the  ITA,  and  a 
fourth  faculty  member  from  a  department  other  than  En- 
glish or  mathematics.  Other  non-voting  faculty  or  staff  may 
be  invited  to  attend  and  offer  the  benefit  of  their  expertise 
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. 

There  are  two  criteria  for  approving  waivers  from  the 
CLAST: 

1 .  Any  student  who  has  a  documented,  specific  learn- 
ing disability  such  that  he/she  caruiot  successfully  complete 
one  or  more  subtests  of  the  CLAST  may  request  a  waiver 
through  the  ITA. 

2.  Any  student  who  has  taken  a  subtest  of  the  CLAST 
at  least  four  times  and  has  not  been  able  to  achieve  a  pass- 
ing 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  adapta- 
tions or  other  administrative  adjustments  to  permit  the  ac- 
curate measurement  of  the  student's  proficiency  in  the  sub- 
ject area. 

University  Transfer 

Students  who  plan  to  transfer  to  an  upper-division  in- 
stitution after  graduation  frorft  Edison  College  are  encour- 
aged to  consult  with  an  academic  advising  specialist  or  the 


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coordinator  of  counseling  services  concerning  transfer  re- 
quirements. 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/Advising  services  loca- 
tion or  Learning  Resource  Center  on  each  campus.  In  addi- 
tion, the  Florida  Academic  Counseling  and  Tracking  for 
Students  Program  (available  via  FACTS.org)  offers  a  vari- 
ety of  student  services  and  resources  provided  by  the  State 
of  Florida  and  by  participating  institutions.  Students  antici- 
pating transfer  should  begin  a  preliminary  application  to  the 
university  of  their  choice  in  the  Fall  session  of  their  sopho- 
more year.  Students  transferring  to  an  upper-division  insti- 
tution 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  Associ- 
ate in  Science  degree  program  listed  in  the  Statewide  Ar- 
ticulation Manual  shall  be  granted  admission  into  a  corre- 
sponding baccalaureate  program  at  the  state  universities, 
except  for  limited  access  programs  and  those  requiring  spe- 
cific 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 
admission  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  stu- 
dent maintains  continuous  enrollment. 


— Transfer  of  equivalent  courses  under  the  Statewide 
Course  Numbering  System. 

— Acceptance  by  the  State  Universities  of  credit  earned 
in  accelerated  programs  (e.g.,  CLEP,  AP,  Dual  En- 
rollment, Early  Admission,  International  Baccalau- 
reate). 

— 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  courses  and  prerequi- 
sites that  must  be  taken  to  receive  a  baccalaureate  degree. 
Although  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  fiarther  lower  division  general  education 
courses.  Any  questions  about  the  general  education  pro- 
gram should  be  addressed  to  an  academic  advising  special- 
ist or  the  coordinator  of  counseling  services. 

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  coordinator  of  counseling  services  or  an  academic  ad- 
vising specialist  about  the  foreign  language  requirements. 


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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  listed  under  Programs  of  Study 
beginning  on  page  76  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  de- 
gree or  certificate  with  a  cumulative  2.00  GPA. 

2.  Satisfy  Gordon  Rule  requirements,  if  applicable. 

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

4.  Successfiilly  complete  a  minimum  of  25%  of  the  re- 
quired degree  or  certificate  course  work  at  Edison 
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  be- 
fore the  end  of  semester  in  which  the  student  is  gradu- 
ating. (See  CLAST  Policy,  page  49.  Applies  to  Asso- 
ciate of  Arts  degree  and  an  Associate  of  Science  de- 
gree if  student  is  planning  to  transfer  to  a  Florida  State 
University.) 

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  20) 

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. 

To  receive  the  Bachelor  of  Applied  Science  in  Public 
Safety  Management,  students  must  satisfy  the  following 
requirements: 

1.  Students  must  complete  120  hours  of  college-level 
credit  consisting  of  a  minimum  of  39  credit  hours  of 
upper  division  management  and  public  safety 
coursework;  36  hours  of  general  education  in  the  areas 
of  communications,  humanities,  mathematics,  natural 
science,  and  social/behavioral  science;  and  a  minimum 
of  45  hours  of  credit  from  the  AS  degree  (excluding 
applicable  general  education  credit). 

2.  Students  must  receive  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better  in  all 
upper  division  courses. 

3.  Students  must  have  completed  Florida's  foreign 
language  requirement  prior  to  the  completion  of  the 
bachelor's  degree.  The  requirement  is  met  by  taking 
two  years  of  the  same  foreign  language  in  high  school 
or  eight  credits  of  the  same  foreign  language  in  college. 

4.  Applicants  must  earn  passing  scores  on  the  state  of 
Florida  College-Level  Academic  Skills  Test  (CLAST) 
or  meet  eligibility  standards  for  CLAST  alternatives. 
The  CLAST  measures  college-level  communications 
and  math  skills  and  is  part  of  the  state's  overall  effort 
to  ensure  students  have  acquired  the  skills  expected  in 
those  areas. 

5.  Students  will  be  required  to  meet  the  25%  residency 
requirement  at  Edison  College.  This  means  that 
students  are  required  to  complete  at  least  30  hours  of 
coursework  at  Edison  College  prior  to  graduation. 


Phi  Thcta  Kappans  celebrate  graduation. 


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Student  Services 


Counseling  Services 

Counseling  services  are  available  at  the  Charlotte, 
Collier,  Lee  and  Hendry/Glades  County  Campuses.  Coun- 
seling services  include  academic  advisement,  choice  of 
major,  career  options,  work  and  professional  preparation, 
transfer  to  four-year  institutions,  general  education  require- 
ments, catalog  interpretation,  withdrawal  from  College,  and 
test  interpretation.  Professional  personnel  can  provide  short 
term  counseling  for  students  who  find  their  academic  or 
vocational  progress  hindered  by  concerns  of  a  personal, 
social  or  emotional  nature.  Individual  and  group  assistance 
is  available  directly  or  by  referral  to  responsible  on  cam- 
pus or  off  campus  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,  mathemat- 
ics and  entry-level  foreign  language  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  special  arrangements  are  needed. 

Edison  also  accepts  scores  for  the  SAT-Reasoning  Test 
and  ACT-Enhanced  tests  taken  within  the  previous  two 
years.  Students  who  have  completed  college  level 
coursework  at  other  post-secondary  institutions  may  bring 
in  an  unofficial  transcript  to  be  reviewed  for  possible  ex- 
emption from  the  Florida  College  Entry  Level  Placement 
Test  (FCELPT).  The  results  of  the  entry  placement  testing 
(FCELPT,  ACT-Enhanced,  and  SAT-Reasoning  Test)  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  acquir- 
ing college  credit  by  examination  and  CLAST,  a  test  of 
college-level  communication  and  computation  skills. 


CLAST  may  be  taken  after  completing  ENC  1 1 0 1  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  or  exemption  is  required  of  all  de- 
gree-seeking students,  including  certificate-seeking,  early 
admissions  and  dual  enrollment  students,  prior  to  registra- 
tion and  for  non-degree  seeking  students  intending  to  en- 
roll in  mathematics,  English  or  entry-level  foreign  language 
courses.  Testing  is  used  to  determine  placement  in  English, 
mathematics,  reading  and  entry-level  foreign  language 
courses.  Students  are  required  to  take  the  FCELPT  or  sub- 
mit a  full  set  of  ACT-E  or  SAT-Reasoning  Test  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- 10.03 15(20)  mandates  that  students  complete  their  re- 
medial coursework  by  the  time  they  have  accumulated 
twelve  (12)  hours  of  college  credit  coursework  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 coursework." 

Florida  Statute  1007-263  mandates  that  every  student 
at  Edison  College,  who  scores  below  college  level  in  any 
area  on  the  common  placement  test,  be  informed  of  alter- 
native 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  successfiilly  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.  Contact  Academic  Support 
Programs  on  the  Lee  Campus  for  further  information. 


CURRENT  COLLEGE-LEVEL  CUTOFF  SCORES  FOR  PLACEMENT 

FCELPT 

83-English 

83-English 

72-Math 

90-Math 

90-Math 


Placement  In/ At: 

ACT-E 

ENC  1101 

17-English 

Reading 

18-English 

MAT  1033 

19-Math 

MGF  1106/ 1107 

23-Math 

MAC1105/STA2023 

23-Math 

SAT-R 

440- Verbal/Critical  Reading 
440-Verbal/Critical  Reading 
440-Quantitative 
540-Quantitative 
540-Quantitative 


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Orientation 

Edison  College  offers  both  an  On-Campus  Orientation 
and  an  On-Line  Orientation.  Students  entering  Edison  for 
the  first  time  are  strongly  encouraged  to  attend  a  Student 
Orientation  session  or  complete  the  orientation  on-line. 

On-Campus  Orientation  is  an  information  session,  dur- 
ing which  you  will  be  meeting  with  a  Student  Services  pro- 
fessional staff  member. 

On-Line  Orientation  is  available  on  the  Edison  Col- 
lege web  site  at  www.edison.edu. 

Academic  Advising  Services 

Following  the  orientation  and  the  assessment  process, 
each  degree-seeking  student  is  required  to  meet  with  an 
academic  advisor  or  the  coordinator  of  counseling  services 
who  will  assist  in  the  following: 

1 .  Entrance  test  score  interpretation. 

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

3.  Understanding  the  Bachelor  of  Applied  Science,  the 
Associate  in  Science,  Associate  in  Arts  and  Ceftificate 
Program  requirements  of  the  College; 

4.  Understanding  educational  programs  and  transfer  re- 
quirements to  universities  and  colleges. 

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  inform  students  that  they  are  not  mak- 
ing appropriate  academic  progress.  Students  are  required 
to  meet  with  an  Academic  Advisor  or  Coordinator  of  Coun- 
seling Services  to  discuss  ways  of  improving  their  academic 
status. 

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  1 2  credit 
hours  or  less  with  a  cumulative  GPA  less  than  2.0,  or 
have  earned  credit  in  only  50  percent  of  the  total  cred- 


its attempted.  These  students  should  see  an  Academic 
Advising  Specialist  or  Coordinator  of  Counseling  Ser- 
vices prior  to  future  registration.  Academic  warning 
limits  a  student's  enrollment  to  twelve  (12)  credits  in 
Fall,  Spring  and  Summer,  and  six  (6)  credits  in  Sum- 
mer 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  an  Academic  Advising  Specialist  or  Co- 
ordinator of  Counseling  Services  to  determine  the  best 
strategies  to  improve  their  academic  progress.  Aca- 
demic Probation  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  on  academic  probation  are  placed  on  suspen- 
sion if  they  fail  to  achieve  a  2.0  term  GPA  in  the  fol- 
lowing semester.  Students  could  jeopardize  their  fi- 
nancial aid  eligibility,  scholarship  or  veteran's  benefits. 

4.  ACADEMIC  SUSPENSION:  Students  who  failed  to 
achieve  a  2.0  term  GPA  while  on  academic  probation 
are  suspended  for  one  semester  (e.g..  Fall,  Spring,  Sum- 
mer). Students  may  petition  their  suspension  to  con- 
tinue their  enrollment  by  completing  an  academic  pe- 
tition form  obtained  via  the  Office  of  Counseling  & 
Advising  or  Edison  web  site.  (Please  see  Petitions  page 
32  for  more  information)  Students  approved  for  con- 
tinuation of  enrollment  through  petition  will  be  placed 
on  Probation  After  Suspension  status  and  required  to 
enroll  in  the  course,  SLS  1105,  Achieving  Academic 
Success.  Students  whose  petitions  are  denied  are  sus- 
pended for  one  semester. 

5.  PROBATION  AFTER  ACADEMIC  SUSPEN- 
SION: Students  who  re-enter  Edison  following  aca- 
demic suspension  are  required  to  work  closely  with  an 
Academic  Advising  Specialist  or  Coordinator  of  Coun- 
seling Services  who  helps  the  student  develop  an  ap- 
propriate schedule  of  classes.  Probation  After  Aca- 
demic 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  semes- 
ters. 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. 

6.  ACADEMIC  DISMISSAL:  Students  who  have  been 
on  probation  after  academic  suspension  and  have  failed 
to  achieve  a  2.0  term  GPA  are  dismissed  for  one  full 
academic  year.  Students  may  petition  their  dismissal 
to  continue  their  enrollment  by  completing  an  academic 
petition  fonn  obtained  via  the  Office  of  Counseling  & 
Advising  or  Edison  web  site.  (Please  see  Petitions  page 
32  for  more  information.)  Students  approved  for  con- 
tifiuation  of  enrollment  through  petition  will  be  placed 
on  Probation  After  Dismissal  status  and  required  to 
enroll  in  the  course,  SLS1105,  Achieving  Academic 


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Success.  Students  whose  petitions  are  denied  are  dis- 
missed for  one  full  academic  year.  At  the  end  of  the 
dismissal  period,  the  student  must  petition  for  re-ad- 
mission. 

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  1101, 
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. 

Students  returning  after  suspension  or  dismissal  are 
required  to  enroll  in  SLS  1105,  Achieving  Academic  Suc- 
cess. 

Student  Support  Services  Program 

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. 
A  potential  Student  Support  Services  student  must  be  en- 
rolled at  Edison,  degree-seeking,  planning  to  transfer,  and 
must  have  a  demonstrated  academic  need.  The  student  must 
be  a  citizen  or  a  permanent  resident  of  the  U.S.,  or  a  per- 
manent 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 
Enrichment  Program 

Upward  Bound 

The  Upward  Bound  Program,  established  at  Edison 
College  in  1999,  is  a  grant  program  fiinded  by  the  U.S. 
Department  of  Education.  Upward  Bound  is  designed  to 
provide  a  comprehensive  academic  guidance  and  skills  de- 
velopment program  to  selected  eligible  students  from  five 
target  high  schools  in  Lee  County  (Lehigh  Senior  High, 
Fort  Myers  High,  North  Fort  Myers  High,  Riverdale  High 
and  Dunbar  High  School).  It  is  an  intensive  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  par- 
ticipate in  the  program  students  must  meet  eligibility  re- 
quirements to  include:  being  a  U.S.  citizen  or  permanent 
resident;  being  from  a  low-income  household  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  commitment  to  stay  with 
the  program  until  they  enter  into  a  post-secondary  educa- 
tional program. 


Edison  students  from  the  Collier  Campus  share  a  laugh  with  Dr  Suess  s  'Cat  in  the  Hat 'during  a  fund- 
raising  drive  for  Multiple  Sclerosis.  In  2005,  Edison 's  Collier  Campus  had  the  largest  MS  Walk  Team  in 
Florida,  with  177  members.  Charity  walks  provide  opportunities  to  come  together  as  a  campus  and  make 
a  difference  in  the  community. 


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STUDENT  LIFE 


Student  life  is  considered  an  important  facet  of  the 
Edison  College  experience.  In  keeping  with  this  philoso- 
phy, student  activities  staff  work  to  provide  a  variety  of 
cultural  and  recreational  opportunities  that  interest  the  gen- 
eral student  population.  All  programs  are  funded  by  stu- 
dent generated  fees. 

Student  Activities 

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

Student  Participation  in  Decision  Making 

Edison  College  promotes  student  participation  in  the 
decision  making  process  of  the  College  through  a  number 
of  mechanisms.  These  include  but  are  not  limited  to  repre- 
sentation on  the  Curriculum  Committee,  student  surveys, 
search  committees,  AS  Program  Committees,  stu<dent  fo- 
cus 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  and  the  visual  arts  constitute  a  significant  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  musicians.  The 
Edison  Wind  Ensemble,  Orchestra,  and  the  Jazz  Ensemble 
present  numerous  concerts  each  year.  The  College  Choir 
presents  several  varying  programs  during  each  session. 
Edison  students  present  their  work  each  year  in  two  stu- 
dent art  shows. 

The  Bob  Rauschenberg  Gallery  of  Fine  Art  presents 
exhibitions  by  internationally  known  traditional  and  con- 
temporary artists  during  the  entire  year.  The  Gallery  is  lo- 
cated in  Humanities  Hall  on  the  Lee  Campus.  Films,  lec- 
tures 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  Campus. 


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  Tutorial  Program 

The  Edison  College  Peer  Tutorial  Program  is  commit- 
ted to  providing  students  opportunities  for  academic  achieve- 
ment through  personalized  tutoring  services.  Its  goal  is  to 
facilitate  learning  in  a  professional,  yet  relaxed  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  arrangements  are  made 
during  final  exams  to  assist  students.  For  more  information 
call  (239)  498-9390  or  (239)  433-8048  on  the  Lee  Campus, 
(941)  637-3520  on  the  Charlotte  Campus,  and  (239)  732- 
3120  on  the  Collier  Campus.  Those  students  attending 
classes  in  Hendry/Glades  may  request  tutoring  through  the 
Lee  Campus. 

Student  Academic  Support  and  Career 
Services  (Charlotte  and  Collier  Campuses) 

The  Student  Academic  Support  and  Career  Services 
Center  at  the  Charlotte  and  Collier  Campuses  offer  aca- 
demic and  career  related  support  to  help  students  achieve 
their  goals  and  succeed  in  college.  The  Center  includes  the 
SOAR  Program,  Peer  Tutoring,  and  Career  Services. 

Through  SOAR  (Student  Opportunities  for  Achieve- 
ment and  Rewards),  workshops  and  individual  counseling 
are  offered  to  assist  students  in  the  development  of  study 
skills,  time  management,  goal  setting  and  test  taking  prepa- 
ration. SOAR  Program  services  are  available  to  all  Edison 
students  and  students  taking  college  prep  classes  are 
strongly  encouraged  to  use  this  free  service. 

Career  Services  assists  students  in  choosing  a  major, 
developing  a  career  plan,  and  preparing  for  a  job  search.  To 
help  students  achieve  their  goals,  the  center  also  provides: 
— Assessments  and  inventories  to  determine  preferences 

and  interests 
— Information  that  relates  careers  to  majors 
— Career  exploration  assistance 
— Resume,  cover  letter  and  interview  information  and 

techniques 
— Employrnent  and  salary  data  and  trends 
— Postings  of  local  and  national  career  opportunities 
— College  and  university  transfer  resources 
— And  a  career  resource  library  including  books,  videos, 

and  current  websites. 


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Minority  Student  Services 

Edison  College  supports  the  rich  cultural  diversity  rep- 
resented by  its  student  body,  and  actively  seeks  to  recruit 
and  retain  minority  students.  To  assist  students  through  ev- 
ery aspect  of  College  life,  the  Coordinator  of  Student  Ac- 
tivities and  Minority  Student  Services  provides  assistance 
to  the  entire  five  county  district.  Annual  multicultural  events 
of  interest  to  minority  students  include  College  Knowledge 
and  Financial  Aid  workshops,  discussion  groups  on  diver- 
sity 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  Campus. 

Student  Organizations 

Club  activities  at  Edison  College  provide  a  variety  of 
opportunities  for  students  to  participate  in  the  college  com- 
munity outside  the  classroom.  For  more  information  con- 
tact the  Director  of  Student  Services  on  the  Charlotte  and 
Collier  campuses  and  the  Coordinator  for  Student  Services 
on  the  Lee  Campus. 

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  Campus  Director 
of  Student  Services  for  approval  or  disapproval. 


Student  Government  Association  and 
Student  Representation 

The  Student  Government  Association  (SGA)  is  the 
student's  voice  at  Edison  College.  There  is  a  Student  Gov- 
ernment Association  on  each  of  the  three  campuses.  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  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  stu- 
dent body.  All  qualified  students,  including  upper  level  stu- 
dents, are  invited  to  participate  in  SGA  by  attending  meet- 
ings and  running  for  office.  Students  are  free,  individually 
and  collectively,  to  express  their  views  on  issues  of  Col- 
lege policy  and  on  matters  of  general  interest  to  the  student 
body.  The  Student  Government  Association  provides  a 
means  for  participation  in  the  formulation  and  application 
of  College  policy  affecting  academic  and  student  affairs 
with  the  assistance  of  the  SGA  Advisor  and  the  District 
Vice  President  for  Student  Services.  Proposals  for  changes 
in  policy,  regulations  and  procedures  which  affect  the  stu- 
dent 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. 


Edison  students  attend  a  district  meeting  of  the  Student 
Government  Association. 


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Student  Rights  and  Responsibilities 


Edison  College  students  are  both  citizens  and  mem- 
bers of  the  academic  community.  Upon  registration,  all  stu- 
dents 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,  currejit  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  concem  or  complaint  is  to  be  distinguished  from  a  pe- 
tition. A  signed  concem  or  complaint  with  contact  informa- 
tion allows  the  College  to  respond  most  effectively  to  the  con- 
cem or  complaint  expressed.  A  written  concem  or  complaint 
is  to  be  delivered  to  the  supervisor  of  the  area,  except  for  areas 
noted  below.  Since  a  concem  or  complaint  is  normally  related 
to  a  specific  incident,  it  is  addressed  by  the  appropriate  Col- 
lege official.  A  concem  or  complaint  about  a  grade  will  be 
referred  to  the  professor,  since  it  is  the  professor's  professional 
obligation  to  assess  student  performance. 

A  concem  or  complaint  related  to  sexual  harassment 
must  be  submitted  to  the  District  Vice  President  for  Stu- 
dent Services,  Dr.  Edith  Pendleton,  8099  College  Parkway, 
P.O.  Box  60210,  Fort  Myers,  Florida  33906-6210,  telephone 
239-489-9027  (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  College  has  established  regulations  which  are 
considered  necessary  to  preserve  and  maintain  an  environ- 
ment conducive  to  leaming,  to  insure  the  safety  and  well- 
being  of  members  of  the  College  community,  to  encourage 
students  in  the  development  and  practice  of  good  citizen- 
ship and  self-discipline,  and  to  protect  property  and  equip- 
ment of  the  College.  Each  student,  whether  in  day  or 
evening  classes,  full-time  or  part-time,  is  expected  to  be 
familiar  with  the  mles  and  regulations  of  the  College  per- 
taining to  academic  affairs,  social  conduct,  and  student  ac- 
tivities, 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  mles  may  result  in  the  initiation  of  disciplinary  ac- 
tion. 

ARTICLE  1:  DEFINITIONS 

The  Term  College  means  Edison  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  responsibilities. 

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  Col- 
lege. 

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- 


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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'"shair'  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""plagiarisin"  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  in- 
formation (oral  or  written)  to  College  offices,  faculty 
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.811). 

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. 


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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  sanc- 
tions. Such  sanctions  will  be  determined  based  on  in- 
put from  the  Academic  Deans. 

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  painftil  ordeals,  or  ha- 
rassing someone  with  threats  made  in  person,  by  tele- 
phone, or  in  writing.  Any  such  hazing  as  fiirther  de- 
fined 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  circum- 
stances and  the  severity  of  the  individual  case.  A  copy 
of  240.326  F.S.  will  be  provided  to  each  student  orga- 
nization recognized  by  the  College.  Each  student  or- 
ganization will  incorporate  the  wording  of  this  Col- 
lege rule  on  hazing  into  its  by  laws.  Hazing  is  not 
allowed  even  with  student  consent. 

13.  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. 

1 6.  Commercial  Solicitation  and  Fund-Raising  on  Cam- 
pus: 

a.  Solicitors  and  tradesmen,  including  students,  fac- 
ulty and  other  College  personnel,  are  prohibited 
from  entering  the  grounds  or  buildings  of  Edison 
College  for  the  purpose  of  transacting  business 
with  students,  faculty,  or  other  College  personnel, 
unless  they  have  been  issued  a  permit  for  this  pur- 
pose 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  appropriate  Student 
Services  staff  member  on  the  Lee  Campus,  or  the 
Campus  Presidents'  offices  on  the  Collier  and 
Charlotte  Campuses. 


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. 

17.  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. 

1 8.  Disruption/Disorderly  Conduct:  Obstructing  or  dis- 
rupting any  College  activity  including  teaching,  re- 
search, administrative  functions,  disciplinary  proce- 
dures, social  activities,  and  public  service  functions. 
Engaging  in  any  obscene,  profane,  reckless,  destruc- 
tive, or  unlawful  course  of  conduct.  Beepers,  cellular 
phones,  and  pagers  should  be  turned  off  when  enter- 
ing a  classroom.  In  an  emergency,  with  prior  authori- 
zation 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  cur- 
rently 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. 

19.  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. 

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

2 1 .  Battery:  Touching  or  striking  a  person  against  his/her 
will. 


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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  complainant 
and  witnesses,  within  reasonable  limits  set  by 
the  judicial  body.  Reasonable  limits  may  in- 
clude requiring  that  questions  be  directed 
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  fi- 
nal decision  of  the  chairperson  of  the  judicial 
body. 

g.  Aft;er  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  sm- 
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  notice. 

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  institutional 
regulations; 


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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  aad  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 
evidence  not  reasonably  available  at  the  time  of  the 
hearing,  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  de- 
cision by  the  District  Vice  President  for  Student  Ser- 
vices. 


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  College  students  are  both  citizens  and  mem- 
bers of  the  academic  community.  Upon  registration,  all  stu- 
dents are  entitled  the  following  freedoms  and/or  rights  pro- 
vided that  their  exercise  does  not  disrupt  the  orderly  opera- 
tion 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  Pub- 
lic Safety  office  on  campus.  If  the  student  wants  to  appeal 
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  College  is  a  member  of  the  public  educa- 
tion system  of  Florida,  out-of-state  students  are  required  to 
have  a  valid  Florida  driver's  license  when  operating  a  mo- 
tor vehicle  on  the  streets  and  highways  of  Florida  if  they 
are  employed  in  Florida.  Out-of-state  students  should  ac- 
quire 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  tu- 
ition 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. 


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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. 

1 0.  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.  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  regula- 
tions. 

13.  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. 

14.  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. 

1 5 .  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  fiinds. 


Students  celebrate  the  joys  of  friendship  and  free  food  during  Student  Appreciation  Day 's  medieval  fair 


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State  Statutes  and  College  Policies 
Affecting  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  1006.61: 

PARTICIPATION  BY  STUDENTS  OR  EMPLOYEES 
IN  DISRUPTIVE  ACTIVITIES  AT  STATE  INSTITU- 
TIONS 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  1006.63 

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  nonpublic  postsecondary  educational  insti- 
tutions whose  students  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  organiza- 
tion from  engaging  in  hazing. 

(3)  Public  and  nonpublic  postsecondary  educational  insti- 
tutions must  provide  a  program  for  the  enforcement  of 
such  rules  and  must  adopt  appropriate  penalties  for 
violations  of  such  rules,  to  be  administered  by  the  per- 
son at  the  college  or  university  responsible  for  student 
activities  of  the  college  or  university  organization. 

FLORIDA  STATUTES  Section  1006.62 

EXPULSION  AND  DISCIPLINE  OF  STU- 
DENTS OF  THE  STATE  UNIVERSITY  SYSTEM 
AND  COMMUNITY  COLLEGES. 

(1)  Each  student  in  a  community  college  or  state  univer- 
sity is  subject  to  federal  and  state  law,  respective  county 
and  municipal  ordinances,  and  all  rules  and  regulations 
of  the  State  Board  of  Education  or  board  of  trustees  of 
the  institution. 

(2)  Violation  of  these  published  laws,  ordinances,  or  rules 
and  regulations  may  subject  the  violator  to  appropri- 
ate action  by  the  institution's  authorities. 

(3)  Each  president  of  a  community  college  or  state  uni- 
versity may,  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 
State  Board  of  Education  or  of  the  board  of  trustees  of 
the  institution.  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  a  state  university 
or  community  college; 

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


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(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 

VACCINATION  AGAINST  MENINGOCOC- 
CAL MENINGITIS  AND  HEPATITIS  B 

( 1 )  A  postsecondary  educational  institution  shall  provide 
detailed  information  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  18  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  postsecondary  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,  ef- 
fectiveness, 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  disabilities  such  as  hearing  loss,  brain  damage 
or  loss  of  limbs. 

Hepatitis  B  is  a  serious  infectious  disease  caused  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  District  Vice  President  for  Student  Services  at 
(239)-489-9027. 


FLORIDA  STATUTES  Section  810.095 

TRESPASS  ON  SCHOOL  PROPERTY  WITH  FIRE- 
ARM 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. 

FLORIDA  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 


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facility.  Such  arrest  shall  not  render  the  law  enforce- 
ment officer  criminally  or  civilly  liable  for  false  ar- 
rest, false  imprisonment,  or  unlawftil  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  fianctions  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  ftinction,  activity  on  school 
board  property,  or  classroom. 

(c)  Knowingly  to  interfere  with  the  attend^ce  of  any 
other  school  pupil  or  school  employee  in  a  school 
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) 
6Hx6:6.02,  adopted  by  Edison  College  District  Board 
of  Trustees 

The  following  guidelines  are  established  regarding  stu- 
dents with  Human  Immune  deficiency  Virus  (HIV): 
I.     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  per- 
sons without  HIV  who  wish  to  be  reasonably  protected 
from  contracting  the  virus. 

a.  Both  the  Federal  Vocational  Rehabilitation  Act  of 
1 973  and  the  Florida  Educational  Equity  Act  pro- 
hibit discrimination  against  persons  with  disabili- 
ties, and  students  with  HIV  are  classified  as  dis- 
abled. 

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  per- 
formance. Decisions  as  to  such  a  student  continu- 
ing to  attend  class  or  being  suspended  or  with- 
drawn from  class(es)  will  be  made  on  a  case-by- 

_    case  basis  after  reasonable  accommodations  have 
been  examined  or  tried,and  after  an  examination 


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of  the  facts  demonstrates  to  the  College  that  the 
student  can  no  longer  function  as  necessary  to  meet 
the  requirements  of  the  student's  course  or  pro- 
gram, or  that  the  student  presents  a  health  or  safety 
risk  to  self  or  to  the  college  community. 
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 
include:  mode  of  transmission;  signs  and  symp- 
toms; precautions;  appropriate  attitude  and  behav- 
ior 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  6Hx6:2.03,  adopted  by 
Edison  College  District  Board  of  Trustees 

Edison  College  adheres  to  the  policy  that  sexual  ha- 
rassment 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  Educational 
Equity  Act.  Sexual  harassment  can  be  verbal,  visual,  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  Col- 
lege. If  an  employee  or  student  becomes  aware  of  any 
discriminatory  behavior  or  any  activity  which  might 
be  considered  harassment,  it  becomes  the  responsibil- 
ity 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  6Hx6:2.04, 
adopted  by  Edison  College  District  Board  of  Trustees 

1.  Standard  of  Conduct 

It  is  the  policy  of  Edison  College  to  promote  and 
maintain  a  drug-free  workplace.  The  unlawful  manu- 
facture, distribution,  dispensation,  possession,  or  use 
of  controlled  substances  is  prohibited  on  and  off  Col- 
lege premises.  The  possession  or  use  of  alcohol  under 
the  circumstances  described  herein  is  also  prohibited. 
All  students  and  employees  are  required  to  abide  by 
the  terms  of  this  policy  as  a  condition  of  initial  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 
premises  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. 


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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  effects  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(l)(a),  (l)(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.  Lawprovides  certain  lim- 
ited exceptions.  The  crimes  range  from  second  degree 
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, 
delivery,  use,  manufacturing  or  distribution  of  illegal 
drugs  or  controlled  substances  on  campus,  or  while 


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attending  a  College-sponsored  event  or  conducting 
College  business  to  report  such  conviction  to  the  Hu- 
man Resources  Office,  (239)  489-9294,  no  later  than 
five  days  after  the  conviction. 
6.     Drug  Education  &  Treatment  Programs 

Edison  College  recognizes  illegal  drug  use  and/or 
dependency  to  be  a  health,  safety  and  security  prob- 
lem. Those  who  need  assistance  with  problems  related 
to  drug  abuse  are  encouraged  to  use  any  available  re- 
sources including: 

ADDICTION  RECOVERY  CENTER 

3949  Evans  Avenue,  Suite  203 
Fort  Myers  FL  33901 
(239)  936-3803 

RTVERSIDE  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  34113 
1-800-282-3508 

For  further  information  regarding  education,  rehabili- 
tation and  other  aspects  of  the  College  policy,  contact: 

LEE  CAMPUS,  Fort  Myers 

Office  of  Human  Resources 

(239)  489-9293 

Office  of  Counseling  and  Advising 

Taeni  Hall,  second  floor 

(239)  489-9230 

CHARLOTTE  CAMPUS,  Punta  Gorda 

Campus  Director,  Student  Services 
(941)637-5678 

COLLIER  CAMPUS,  Naples 

Campus  Director,  Student  Services 
(239)732-3710 

HENDRY/GLADES  SERVICES,  LaBelle 

Dean's  Office 
(863)  674-0408 


CAMPUS  VIOLENCE  PREVENTION  POLICY 
6Hx6:2.07,  adopted  by  Edison  College  District  Board 
of  Trustees 

Edison  College  is  committed  to  preserving  the  safety 
and  security  of  students,  staff,  faculty,  and  visitors  to  the 
College.  Breach  of  the  peace  and  other  violations,  includ- 
ing threats,  intimidation,  violence,  assault,  batteries,  sexual 
batteries,  or  other  disruptive  behavior  will  not  be  tolerated. 
Such  behavior  can  include  oral  or  written  statements,  ges- 
tures, or  expressions  that  may  communicate  a  direct  or  in- 
direct threat  of  physical  harm.  Edison  College  will  not  tol- 
erate threats,  direct  or  implied:  physical  conduct  that  re- 
sults in  harm  to  people  or  property;  possession  of  deadly 
weapons  on  College  property;  or  intimidating  conduct  or 
harassment  that  disrupts  the  teaching/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  property  but  directed  at  Col- 
lege employees,  students,  or  visitors  while  conducting  of- 
ficial College  business  are  a  violation  of  this  policy.  Off- 
site  threats  include  but  are  not  limited  to  threats  made  via 
telephone,  fax,  electronic  or  conventional  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  un- 
lawful to  print,  publish  or  broadcast  in  any  instrument 
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. 


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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  College.  Therefore,  it  is  the  policy  of  the  Public 
Safety  Department  to  encourage  that  all  criminal  acts,  safety 
hazards  and  unusual  occurrences  be  reported,    f 

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  9-9 II 

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  9-911 

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  College  -  2005 

Lee     Collier     Charlotte     Hendry/ 
Glades 
Burglary/Breaking  & 

Entering  0  0  0  0 

Larceny/Theft  Offenses        0  0  0  0 

Motor  Vehicle  Theft  10  0  0 


American  Disabilities  Act  (ADA) 

Policy 

It  is  the  policy  of  Edison  College  that  discrimination 
against  qualified  individuals  with  disabilities  is  prohibited. 
Pursuant  to  Titles  I  and  II  of  the  Americans  with  Disabili- 
ties Act  (ADA)  of  1990  and  Section  504  of  the  Rehabilita- 
tion Act  of  1973,  the  College  provides  equal  employment 
and  educational  opportunities  and  reasonable  accommo- 
dation 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- 
nition of  an  individual  with  a  disability  is  "one  who  (1)  has 
a  physical  or  mental  impairment  which  S;ubstantially  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  College  understands  that  it  must  provide  rea- 
sonable accommodation  to  the  known  physical  or  mental 
limitations  of  a  qualified  applicant,  employee,  and/or  stu- 
dent with  a  disability,  unless  such  accommodation  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  Accomtnodation 

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  accommoda- 
tions must  be  specific  to  the  documented  needs.  The 
appropriate  party  will  provide  a  written  response. 


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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  College  has  adopted  an  internal  grievance  pro- 
cedure for  prompt  and  equitable  resolution  of  com- 
plaints alleging  any  actions  prohibited  by  the  U.S. 
Department  of  Justice  regulations  implementing  Title 
II  (public,  state  and  local  government)  of  the  Ameri- 
cans with  Disabilities  Act.  Title  II  states,  in  part,  that 
"no  otherwise  qualified  disabled  individual  shall,  solely 
by  reason  of  such  disability,  be  excluded  from  partici- 
pation in,  be  denied  the  benefits  of,  or  be  subjected  to 
discrimination"  in  programs  or  activities  sponsored  by 
a  public  entity. 

All  applicant/employee  ADA  complaints,  excluding 
those  filed  against  the  ADA  Coordinator,  should  be 
addressed  Pamela  Fairfax,  ADA  Coordinator/Director 
of  Human  Resources,  8099  College  Parkway,  S.W., 
PO.  Box  602 10,  Fort  Myers,  Florida  33906  or  by  call- 
ing (239)  489-9294  or  call  through  the  Florida  Relay 
Service  at  1-800-955-8771  (TTY). 
I .     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. 


2. 


4. 


6. 


7. 


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,  Dr 
Edith  Pendleton,  8099  College  Parkway,  S.W.,  PO. 
Box  602 1 0,  Fort  Myers,  Florida  33906  or  by  call- 
ing (239)  489-9027,  or  the  District  Vice  President 
for  Administrative  Services,  Alan  Francis,  8099 
College  Parkway,  S.W.,  PO.  Box  60210,  Fort 
Myers,  Florida  33906  or  by  calling  (239)  489- 
9004,  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  Adminis- 
trative Services,  and  a  copy  will  be  forwarded  to 
the  complainant  no  later  than  fifteen  (15)  work- 
ing 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  ( 1 0) 
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. 


Phi  Theta  Kappa  s  All-Florida  Award 
Winner  Tamara  Paquette  receives  a 
congratulations  from  Florida  Community 
Colleges '  Chancellor  David  Armstrong. 


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PROGRAMS 

OF 

STUDY 


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PROGRAMS  OF  STUDY 


Bachelor  of  Applied  Science  Degree 
Public  Safety  Management 


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,  hu- 
manities, 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 

Business  Administration  and  Management 

Early  Childhood  Education 

Emergency  Medical  Services  Technology 

Cardiovascular  Technology 
Computer  Programming  and  Analysis 
Crime  Scene  Technology 

Fire  Science  Technology 
Golf  Course  Operations 
Internet  Services  Technology 

Criminal  Justice  Technology 

Dental  Hygiene 

Drafting  and  Design  Technology 

Building  Construction  Specialization 

CAD  Specialization 

Civil  Engineering/Land  Surveying 

Specialization 

Networking  Services  Technology 
Nursing  R.N. 

Nursing  Advanced  Placement  Option 
*Opticianry 
Paralegal  Studies 

**Physical  Therapist  Assistant  Program 
Radiologic  Technology 
Respiratory  Care  Technology 

*  Degree  awarded  by  Hillsborough  Community  College 
**Degree  awarded  by  Broward  Community  College 

Certificate  Programs 

Accounting  Applications 

*Eyecare  Technician 

Computer  Programming 

Network  Specialist 

Crime  Scene  Technology 

*Ophthalmic  Laboratory  Technician 

Dental  Assisting 

Small  Business  Management 

Emergency  Medical  Technician-Basic  (EMT-B) 

Turf  Equipment  Technology 

Emergency  Medical  Technician-Paramedic  (EMT-P) 

*Visual  Assessment 

*Certificate  awarded  by  Hillsborough  Community  College 

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Accelerated  Coursework  in  Business 

Administration  and  Management 

The  Accelerated  Coursework  in  Business  Administra- 
tion and  Management  is  designed  specifically  for  individu- 
als with  professional  experience  who  wish  to  learn  con- 
temporary 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.  Please  see  page  91  for  more  in- 
formation. 

Division  of  Professional  and  Technical 
Studies  Course  Clusters 

What  are  the  course  clusters? 

A  record  of  completion  (certificate)  will  be  issued  for 
various  course  clusters,  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  course  requirements  is  available 
in  the  Division  Office  and  in  the  Advising  Office.  These 
clusters  are  specifically  designed  to  upgrade  job  skills  and 
provide  college  coursework  for  those  not  ready  to  commit 
to  a  full  degree  program. 

Courses  in  most  clusters  are  the  same  courses  required 
for  the  particular  associate  degree  or  Technical  Certificate 
of  Credit  and  apply  toward  the  degree  or  technical  certifi- 
cate unless  otherwise  indicated. 

Note:  Only  students  who  declare  a  major  as  specified 
in  the  Edison  catalog  are  eligible  to  receive  federal  finan- 
cial aid.  Students  who  are  pursuing  a  course  cluster  and 
are  not  degree-seeking  students  are  typically  not  eligible 
for  this  assistance. 


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Work  Experience  Internship  Program 

•  Use  your  current  job,  volunteer  experience,  new  job, 
or  unpaid  work  experience  as  a  tool  to  formulate  and 
clarify  problems  associated  with  your  workplace. 

•  This  is  a  blended  learning  experience  and  does  not  re- 
quire testing,  scheduled  classes,  or  the  purchase  of 
books.  All  materials  required  for  this  program  will  be 
provided. 

For  more  information,  visit  our  website  at 
www.edison.edu.  On  the  menu, 

•  Choose  "Student  Services" 

•  Choose  "Work/Internship  Experience  Program" 

•  Choose  "Information  On  The  Work  Experience  Pro- 
gram" 

Or  contact  the  Work  Experience  Internship  Coordina- 
tor, Lana  Hoffman,  at  (239)  489-9115,  or  e-mail  to 
lhoffman(g),edison.edu. 

To  apply  to  participate  in  the  program,  choose  *  fi^om 
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. 

•  "Application  For  The  Work  Experience  Program" 


A  ceramics  studio  equipped  with  12  electric  wheels 
provides  basic  and  advanced  instruction  in 
throwing  and  hand  building  at  Edison  College. 


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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  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 

Career  Exploration 

Turf  Soils  /  Turf  Equipment 

NALA-CLA  Prep  Program 

Insurance  Series 

Construction  Industry  Series 

Programmable  Logic  Controller  Technician  Certification 

Electro-Mechanical  Technician  Certification 

Electronics  Technician  Certification 


Health  Care  Options 

Pharmacy  Tech 
Nurse  Refresher 
Nurse  Remedial 
C.  H.  T.  certification 
Approved  Provider 
forCEU's 


Customized  Business  Training 

Team  Building... a  new  look 
Leadership  Advantage 
Command  Spanish 


Computer  Training 

Introduction  to 
Advanced 
Microsoft  Products 
QuickBooks 
Online  Courses 
Ed2go  Programs 


Other  courses  are  available. ..see  current  schedule  for  more  information. 

Employer/Employer  Relationship 

The  Center  for  Professional  Development  provides  you  with  the  most  current  information  that  will  have  the  greatest 
impact  on  you  and  your  business  customized  training  on  site  or  on  campus. 

Career  Exploration  and  Assessment  administration  for  non-students  and/or  community  members 

Unsure  about  what  career  to  pursue?  Are  you  changing  careers?  You're  not  alone.  The  Center  for  Professional  Devel- 
opment offers  a  career  assessment  to  assist  you  in  beginning  to  explore  the  possibilities.  No  career  assessment  instrument 
can  tell  you  what  you  should  be,  but  our  career  questionnaire  will  help  you  focus  on  a  career  related  to  your  work  interests, 
values,  and  preferences.  With  this  information  you  can  then  begin  to  explore  career  options. 


Student  Development  Staff  sort  Angel  Tree  Christmas  gifts  collected  for  needy  children  of  Edison 
students. 


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Educator  Preparation  Institute 

The  Educator  Preparation  Institute  provides  a  competency-based  program  that  offers  individuals  with  a  non-education 
baccalaureate  or  masters  degree  preparation  to  meet  Florida  Educator  Accomplished  Practices.  Participants  who  success- 
fully meet  all  competencies  included  in  the  program  and  present  passing  scores  on  all  required  portions  of  the  Florida 
Teacher  Certification  Exam  will  be  awarded  a  Certification  of  Completion.  Program  offered  in  partnership  with  Lee  and 
Charlotte  County  Public  Schools.  Limited  access  and  permission  required. 


EPI  0001  Classroom  Management  3  credits 

This  course  teaches  how  to  maintain  a  classroom.  Topics 
include  record  keeping,  classroom  management,  school 
safety,  Sunshine  State  Standards  into  curriculum,  develop- 
ment of  lesson  plans,  parent  conferences,  assessment  tech- 
niques, implications  of  FCAT  and  other  standardized  tests, 
professional  ethics,  and  school  law  and  the  teacher.  Pre- 
requisite: minimum  of  a  baccalaureate. 

EPI  0002  Instructional  Strategies  3  credits 

This  course  teaches  the  application  of  a  variety  of  instruc- 
tional strategies  based  on  learning  styles,  cooperative  and 
collaborative  learning,  accommodations  for  exceptional  stu- 
dents, and  the  infusion  of  technology  into  lesson  plans. 
Prerequisite:  minimum  of  a  baccalaureate. 

EPI  0003  Technology  3  credits 

This  course  teaches  the  use  of  technology  as  an  integral 
part  of  the  teaching  and  learning  process.  Instruction  is  pro- 
vided in  commonly  used  software  suites  and  on  the  Internet. 
Prerequisite:  minimum  of  a  baccalaureate. 

EPI  0004  The  Teaching  and  Learning 

Process  3  credits 

This  course  teaches  a  foundation  in  various  learning  theo- 
ries as  applied  in  the  instructional  process.  Topics  include 
learning  theories,  motivation  and  persistence,  intelligence, 
exceptionalities,  standardized  testing,  critical  thinking, 
multiple  intelligences,  and  second  language  acquisition. 
Prerequisite:  minimum  of  a  baccalaureate. 

EPI  0010  Foundations  of  Language  and 

Cognition  3  credits 

This  course  teaches  language  structure,  function  and  cog- 
nition of  phonemic  awareness,  phonics,  fluency,  vocabu- 
lary, and  comprehension.  This  instruction  is  grounded  in 
scientifically-based  research.  Prerequisite:  minimum  of  a 
baccalaureate. 


EPI  0020  Professional  Foundations  2  credits 

This  course  teaches  the  foundation  for  becoming  a  produc- 
tive member  of  the  teaching  profession.  Topics  include  his- 
tory and  philosophy  of  education,  school  governance, 
school  finance,  school  law,  ethics,  purpose  of  schools,  and 
continuing  professional  development.  Prerequisite:  mini- 
mum of  a  baccalaureate.  Co-requisite:  EPI  0940 

EPI  0030  Diversity  2  credits 

This  course  teaches  the  variety  of  backgrounds  and  cul- 
tures that  may  be  found  in  a  typical  classroom  and  how 
social  class,  religion,  language,  gender  differences,  culture 
and  ethnicity,  physical  differences,  and  prejudices  have  an 
effect  on  how  a  student  learns.  Prerequisite:  minimum  of  a 
baccalaureate.  Co-requisite:  EPI  0945. 

EPI  0940  Field  Experience  1  credit 

This  course  provides  a  15  hour  field  experience  segment  in 
a  public,  charter,  or  accredited  private  school  for  the  EPI 
0020  module.  Prerequisite:  minimum  of  a  baccalaureate. 
Co-requisite:  EPI  0020. 

EPI  0945  Field  Experience  1  credit 

This  course  provides  a  15  hour  field  experience  segment  in 
a  public,  charter,  or  accredited  private  school  for  the  EPI 
0030  module.  Prerequisite:  minimum  of  a  baccalaureate. 
Co-requisite:  CPI  0030. 

For  more  information,  please  contact  the  Coordinator  of 
Continuing  Educadon,  Charlotte  Campus,  at  (941)  637- 
5669  or  the  EPI  Specialist,  Lee  Campus,  at  (239)  489-90 1 7. 


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The  Edison  University  Center 

The  Edison  University  Center  is  an  alliance  between  Edison  College  and  regionally  accredited  colleges  and  universi- 
ties 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  sup- 
ported 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  College  and  participating  institutions. 
Program  requirements  are  specific  and  applicable  to  baccalaureate  degree  completion  at  the  participating  institutions  only 
as  provided  in  each  agreement.  The  EUC  programs  feature  Edison  College  associate  degrees  and  additional  Edison  College 
courses  which  meet  the  specific  requirements  for  completion  of  baccalaureate  degrees  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 

Information  Systems  Management 

Legal  Studies 

Florida  Gulf  Coast  University 

Criminal  Justice 
Legal  Studies 

Barry  University 

Elementary  Education 

Exceptional  Student  Education 

Pre-K/Primary  Education 

Public  Administration 

Psychology 

Professional  Administration 


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Charter  Oak  State  College 


Bachelor  of  Arts 
Bachelor  of  Science 


Nova  Southeastern  University 


Bachelor  of  Health  Science 


Franklin  University 


Accounting 

Applied  Management 

Business  Administration 

Computer  Science 

Digital  Communication 

Health  Care  Management 

Human  Resources  Management 

Information  Technology 

Management 

Management  Information  Sciences 

Marketing 


University  of  Florida 


Business  Administration 

For  more  information  or  to  find  out  if  new  programs  have  been  added,  call  the  Edison  University  Center  at  (239) 
489-9295  or  (800)  749-2322,  option  #5,  or  e-mail  universitycenter(g)edison.edu. 


Field  experiences  and  interactive  learning  enliven  an  oceanography  class  on  Boca  Grande  Beach,  where  students 
study  the  mechanics  of  wave  behavior  and  its  effect  on  beach  morphology. 


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Bachelor  of  Applied  Science  in  Public  Safety 

Management  (BAS) 
Admissions  Criteria 


1 .  Applicants  must  apply  for  admission  and  be  accepted 
to  Edison  College.  Official  transcripts  from  all 
previously  attended  colleges  or  universities  must  be 
sent  directly  to  the  Office  of  the  Registrar. 

2.  Applicants  must  have  a  minimum  cumulative  grade 
point  average  of  2.0  on  a  4.0  scale  in  relevant  transfer 
courses  that  apply  toward  the  BAS  degree. 

3.  Applicants  must  have  earned: 

a.  An  Edison  College  Associate  in  Science  degree 
in  Criminal  Justice  Technology  or  Paralegal  Stud- 
ies awarded  within  the  past  10  years  which  in- 
cludes 60  hours  of  transfer  credit.  Additional  gen- 
eral education  requirements  must  be  completed 
prior  to  graduation. 

OR 

b.  An  Associate  in  Arts  degree  or  60  hours  of  trans- 
fer credit  which  includes  the  completion  of  the 
Florida  State  general  education  requirements.  Such 
applicants  must  have  12  credit  hours  earned  in  the 
past  1 0  years  in  one  of  the  following  content  ar- 
eas: 

1 .  Criminal  Justice 

2.  Paralegal  Studies 

3.  Fire  Science 

4.  Emergency  Medical  Services 

5.  Combinations  of  the  above  content  areas  upon 
recommendation  by  the  BAS  Admissions 
Committee  and  approval  by  the  Dean  of  Bac- 
calaureate Programs  and  the  University  Cen- 
ter. 

OR 

c.  An  Associate  in  Arts  or  higher  degree  or  60  hours 
of  transfer  credit  which  includes  the  completion 
of  the  Florida  State  general  education  require- 
ments. Such  applicants  must  have  one  of  the  fol- 
lowing: 


1 .  Florida  Fire  Officer  I  certification 

2.  Florida  Paramedic  licensure 

3.  Florida  Department  of  Law  Enforcement 
Criminal  Justice  Standards  and  Training  Com- 
mission certification  in  law  enforcement  or 
corrections 

4.  Demonstrated  competencies  in  the  field  of 
public  safety  upon  recommendation  by  the 
BAS  Admissions  Committee  and  approval  by 
the  Vice  Dean  of  the  University  Center  and 
Baccalaureate  Programs. 

4.  Transfer  students  with  an  AS  or  AAS  degree  in  Crimi- 
nal Justice  or  Paralegal  Studies  from  a  regionally  ac- 
credited college  or  university  awarded  within  the  past 
10  years  may  be  admitted  following  a  review  of  tran- 
scripts and  course  descriptions.  Completion  of  any 
outstanding  general  education  must  be  completed  prior 
to  being  eligible  for  graduation. 

5.  Applicants  not  meeting  admissions  criteria  may  peti- 
tion for  program  admittance  if  they  feel  that  there  are 
mitigating  circumstances.  Applicants  must  submit  an 
official  petition  form  available  in  the  Office  of  the 
Registrar. 

6.  While  the  BAS  program  is  designed  to  articulate  asso- 
ciate degrees,  Edison  College  freshman  and  sophomore 
students  may  declare  their  intent  to  enroll  in  the  BAS 
program  through  the  Edison  College  Admissions  Ap- 
plication. 

The  Edison  College  Registrar's  Office  will  ensure  that 
previous  coursework  meets  all  relevant  academic  standards 
before  acceptance  for  transfer.  The  Dean  of  Baccalaureate 
Programs  and  the  University  Center  and  the  BAS  Admis- 
sions Committee  will  ensure  adherence  to  the  above  ad- 
missions criteria. 


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Bachelor  of  Applied  Science 
Public  Safety  Management 

This  program  is  designed  to  prepare  career  professionals  in  public  safety  related  fields.  Coursework  includes  a  skill  and 
knowledge  base  in  public  administration,  strategic  planning,  finance  and  budgeting,  human  resources  management,  and 
homeland  security.  This  degree  program  is  intended  to  prepare  the  student  for  administrative  and  leadership  roles  in  public 
safety  management. 

COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 


Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  below. 
General  Education  Requirements: 

Credit 
Hours 

ENC  1101  3 

ENC  1102 3 

SPC  1600  or  SPC  2023 3 

Humanities  Electives 6 

to  include  3  credits  writing  intensive 
Social  Science  Electives 9 

to  include  one  WOH  or  EUH  course 

College  Level  Mathematics  Electives 6 

Natural  Science  Electives  w/Lab 6 

TOTAL 36 

Approved  electives* 45 

*Consult  with  a  BAS  Program  Advisor. 

Degree  Core  Requirements: 

Credit 
Hours 

DSC  3034  Terrorism  Preparedness 3 

MAN  3052  Management  Philosophy  and  Practice 3 

MAN  3120  Organizational  Behavior  &  Leadership 3 

MAN  3301  Human  Resources  Management 3 

MAN  3641  Organizational  Research 3 

MAN  4720  Strategic  Management  and 

Organizational  Policy 3 

PAD  3204  Financial  Management  in  the 

Public  Sector 3 

PAD  3820  Public  Safety  System 

Integration 3 

PAD  4393  Critical  Incident  Management 3 

PAD  4426  Public  Sector  Labor  Relations 3 

TOTAL 30 


Credit 
Hours 

Management  and  Public  Safety  Core  Elective 

Courses 6 

Credit 
Hours 

ISM  3004  Information  Resources  Management  for 

Business 3 

MAN  4701  Business  Ethics  and  Society 3 

PAD  4232  Grant  and  Contract 

Management 3 

PAD  4442  Public  Relations 3 

PAD  4932  Contemporary  Issues  in  Public 

Safety 3 

Capstone 

MAN  4915  Management  Capstone  Project 3 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS 120 


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A  narcotics  detection  canine  and  his  handler  inspect 
airline  luggage.  Edison  's  Bachelor  of  Applied  Science 
degree  offers  a  number  of  career  advancement 
opportunities  in  Public  Safety  Management. 


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ASSOCIATE  IN  ARTS  DEGREE 
GENERAL  EDUCATION  PROGRAM  GUIDE 


General  Education  Philosophy 

General  education  establishes  the  foundation  for  life- 
long learning  to  prepare  students  to  be  thoughtftil,  informed, 
global  citizens.  This  program  fosters  academic  excellence, 
interdisciplinary  dialog,  respect  for  self  and  others,  and  so- 
cial responsibility. 

General  Education  Outcomes 

General  Education  Core  Courses 

General  education  core  courses  differ  from  traditional 
survey  courses  by  integrating  a  breadth  of  knowledge  and 
skills  essential  to  a  complete  education  and  are  the  founda- 
tion of  knowledge  upon  which  all  degrees  are  built. 

General  Education  Competencies 

General  education  courses  must  meet  all  of  the  follow- 
ing outcomes  at  a  primary  or  a  secondary  level.  At  the  con- 
clusion of  the  general  education  program  of  study,  students 
should  be  able  to  demonstrate  the  following  competencies: 

•  (Communication)  Communicate  (read,  write,  speak, 
listen)  effectively  using  standard  English. 

•  (Critical  Thinking)  Demonstrate  the  skills  necessary 
for  analysis,  synthesis,  and  evaluation. 

•  (Technology /Information  Management):  Dem- 
onstrate the  skills  and  use  the  technology  necessary 
to  collect,  verify,  document,  and  organize  informa- 
tion from  a  variety  of  sources. 

•  (Ethics  and  Values):  Identify,  describe,  and  apply 
responsibilities,  core  civic  beliefs,  and  values  present 
in  a  diverse  society. 

•  (Interpersonal  Skills):  Apply  effective  techniques  to 
create  working  relationships  with  others  to  achieve 
common  goals. 

•  (Quantitative  Reasoning):  Demonstrate  the  ability 
to  manipulate  or  interpret  numeric  information. 

Associate  in  Arts  students  must  follow  the  general  edu- 
cation guide  below  in  planning  required  courses.  This  guide 
complies  with  Southern  Association  of  Colleges  and 
Schools'  (SACS)  Core  Requirement  2.7.3  which  requires 
course  distribution  in  humanities/fme  arts,  social/behavioral 
sciences,  natural  sciences/mathematics;  Florida  Statute 
1007.25(3)  which  requires  the  core  curriculum  to  include 
subject  areas  of  communication,  mathematics,  social  sci- 
ences, humanities  and  natural  sciences;  Rules  of  the  Florida 
State  Board  of  Education,  which  requires  six  credits  of  math- 
ematics 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) 

ENC       1102      Composition  II  (3) 

SPC        1600      Fundamentals  of  Speech  (3) 

Communications  OR 


SPC       2023      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 


HUM     2210 


Ancient  World-Renaissance 
and/or 


(3) 


*  AA  degree-seeking  students  must  demonstrate  competence  in  written  com- 
munication by  passing  this  course  with  a  "C"  or  better. 

HUM     2230       17th  Century-Present  and/or  (3) 

*  AA  degree-seeking  students  must  demonstrate  competence  in  written  com- 
munication by  passing  this  course  with  a  "C"  or  better. 

HUM     2930      Great  Human  Questions  and/or  (3) 

*  AA  degree-seeking  students  must  demonstrate  competence  in  written  com- 
munication by  passing  this  course  with  a  "C"  or  better. 

HUM      1950      Humanities  Study  Tour  (3) 

*  AA  degree-seeking  students  must  demonstrate  competence  in  written  com- 
munication 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  com- 
munication by  passing  this  course  with  a  "C"  or  better. 

PartB 


AML 

2010 

AML 

2020 

ARH 

1000 

ARH 

1050 

ARH 

1051 

ARH 

1950 

(first  time  tour/must  take 

ARH 

2010 

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 

Literature  of  the  U.S.  I  to  1860 

(3) 

Literature  of  the  U.S.  II  1860 

(3) 

to  Present 

Art  Appreciation 

(3) 

History  of  Art  1 

(3) 

History  of  Art  II 

(3) 

European  Art  and  Architecture 

(3) 

in  combination  with  HUM  1950) 

Art  of  the  Western  World 

(3) 

British  Literature  I  to  1780 

(3) 

British  Literature  II  1780  to  Present 

(3) 

American  Cinema 

(3) 

Contemporary  Literature 

(3) 

World  Literature  I 

(3) 

World  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) 

World  Religions 

(3) 

Theatre  History  and  Literature 

(3) 

Writing  Intensive  Courses: 

The  following  courses  satisfy  the  writing  requirement  of  4,000  words 
each.  Each  student  must  successfully  take  four  courses: 

ENC  1101,  ENC  1102,  HUM  2210,  HUM  2230,  HUM  2510, 
HUM  2930,  HUM  1950,  HUM  2950,  WOH  1012, 
WOH  1023,  WOH  1030 

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       1410      Introduction  to  Cultural  Anthropology  (3) 


84 


ANT       1511       Introduction  to  Physical  Anthropology(3) 


Economics 

ECO 

ECO 

Education 

EDF 

EDG 

EME 


2013 
2023 


Economics  I 
Economics  11(3) 


2005      Introduction  to  Education 

2701  t   Teaching  Diverse  Populations 

2040  t    Introduction  to  Educational  Technology 


(3) 


(3) 
(3) 
(3) 


t  May  not  fulfill  social  science  requirements  at  some  state  universities. 

Geography 

GEA 

GEA 


2010 
2040 


Geography  of  the  Eastern  Hemisphere 
Geography  of  the  Western  Hemisphere 


(3) 
(3) 


History 


AMH 
AMH 

AMH 
AMH 
AMH 
AMH 
EUH 


2010      History  ofthe  United  States  to  1865  (3) 

2020      History  ofthe  United  States,  (3) 

1865  to  Present 

2070      Florida  History  (3) 

2091       African-American  History  (3) 

2095      American  Indian  History  (3) 

293 1       Women  in  U.S.  Histor/  (3) 

1000      The  Western  Tradition  I  (Telecourse)  (3) 

*AA  degree-seeking  students  must  demonstrate  competence  in  written 

communication  by  passing  this  course  with  a  "C"  or  better. 

EUH       1001       The  Western  Tradition  II  (Telecourse)  (3) 

*AA  degree-seeking  students  must  demonstrate  competence  in  written  com- 
munication by  passing  this  course  with  a  "C"  or  better 
WOH     1012      History  ofWorld  Civilization  to  1500  (3) 


*  AA  degree-seeking  students  must  demonstrate  competence  in  written  com- 
munication by  passing  this  course  with  a  "C"  or  better. 
WOH      1023      History  of  World  Civilization  (3) 

1500-1815 
*AA  degree-seeking  students  must  demonstrate  competence  in  written  com- 
munication by  passing  this  course  with  a  "C"  or  better. 
WOH      1030       History  of  World  Civilization,  (3) 

1815  to  Present 
*AA  degree-seeking  students  must  demonstrate  competence  in  written 
communication  by  passing  this  course  with  a  "C"  or  better. 

Human  Services 

HUS      1001      Introduction  to  Human  Services 


Political  Science 

POS  2041 

POS  2112 

INR  2002 

Psychology 

CLP  1001 

DEP  2004 

DEP  2102 

DEP  2302 

INP  2390 


PSY 
PSY 


2012 
2014 


Sociology 

SYG       1000 

SYG       1010 

SYG       2430 


American  National  Government 
American  State  and  Local  Politics 
International  Relations 

Personal  and  Social  Adjustment 
Human  Growth  and  Development 
Child  Psychology 
Adolescent  Psychology 
Human  Relations  in  Business 
and  Industry 
General  Psychology  I 
General  Psychology  II 

Introduction  to  Sociology 
Contemporary  Social  Problems 
Marriage  and  the  Family 


(3) 

(3) 
(3) 
(3) 

(3) 
(3) 
(3) 
(3) 
(3) 

(3) 
(3) 

(3) 
(3) 
(3) 


MATHEMATICS: 6  Credits 

Mathematics  courses  used  to  satisfy  the  AA  mathematics  requirement  must  be  passed  with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  higher.  Pursuant  to  Rule  6A- 1 0.030  (Gordon 
Rule),  the  student  must  successfiilly  complete  six  (6)  semester  hours  of  mathematics  coursework. 

General  Education  Math  Requirements 

College  Algebra  (3)  

Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I  (3)  

Introductory  Statistics  (4)  


MAC 

1105 

MGF 

1106 

STA 

2023 

These  advanced  mathematics  courses  may  also  be  used  to  meet  the  AA  mathematics  requirements 


MAC      1147 


MAC     2233 


MAC     2311 


Precalculus  Algebra/ 
Trigonometry 
Calculus  of  Business  / 
Social  Science 
Calculus  w/  Analytic 
Geometry  I) 


(5) 


(4) 
(4) 


MAC  1105 

College  Algebra 

MAC  1114 

Trigonometry 

MAC  1140 

Pre-Calculus  Algebra 

MGF   1107 

Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  11 

STA    2023 

Introductory  Statistics 

luirements: 
MAC  2312 

Calculus  w/  Analytic 

Geometry  II 

MAC  2313 

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  fiilfill  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. 


BSC 

1005 

Introduction  to  Biological  Sciences 

(3) 

GLY 

1100 

BSC 

1050C 

Environmental  Biology:  Man  and  the 

MCB 

20  IOC 

Environment 

(3) 

BSC 

1010 

BSC 

1051C 

Environmental  Biology:  South  Florida 

BSC 

1011 

Environments 

(3) 

BSC 

1093C 

ISC 

lOOlC 

Foundations  of 

(3) 

BSC 

1094C 

Interdisciplinary  Science  1 

OCB 

2010 

ISC 

1002C 

Foundations  of 

(3) 

CHM 

2025 

Interdisciplinary 

CHM 

2032L 

Science  11 

CHM 

2045 

OCE 

IODIC 

Oceanography  I:  A 

(3) 

CHM 

2046 

Multidisciplinary  Science 

CHM 

2210 

OCE 

1002C 

Oceanography  II:  A 

(3) 

CHM 

2211 

Multidisciplinary  Science 

PHY 

1053 

AST 

2003 

Astronomy  I  &  L 

(4) 

PHY 

1054 

AST 

2004 

Astronomy  II  &  L 

(4) 

PHY 

2048 

GLY 

1010 

Physical  Geology  &  L 

(6) 

PHY 

2049 

Historical  Geology  &  L  (6) 

Microbiology  (5) 

Biological  Science  I  &  L  (6) 

Biological  Science  II  &  L  (6) 

Anatomy  /  Physiology  I  (5) 

Anatomy  /  Physiology  II  (5) 

Marine  Biology  &  L  (6) 

Intro  to  College  Chemistry  &  L  (6) 

Chemistry  Lab  for  Health  Science  ( I ) 

General  Chemistry  I  &  L  (6) 

General  Chemistry  II  &  L  (6) 

Organic  Chemistry  1  &  L  (6) 

Organic  Chemistry  II  &  L  (6) 

Fundamentals  /  Physics  I  &  L  (6) 

Fundamentals  /  Physics  11  &  L  (6) 

General  Physics  1  &  L  (6) 

General  Physics  II  &  L  (6) 


These  courses  are  sequential,  or  require  another  science  or  math  course  as  a  co-requisite  or  prerequisite: 


85 


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 

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 
CREDITS 

Students  may  elect  to  take  up  to  six  hours  of  health  and  wellness  courses 
as  elective  credit  toward  graduation.  Students  are  cautioned  that  such 
credits  will  transfer  to  Florida  universities  only  to  the  degree  that 
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. 

INTERNATIONAL  DIVERSITY  COURSES 

Florida  State  Universities  may  require  students  to  take  courses  that  have 
an  international  or  diversity  focus.  These  are  designated  with  an  "I"  after 
the  course  descriptions. 

Total  AA  Credit  Hours:  60 


86 


eLearning 
Courses 


87 


eLearning  Courses 


eLeaming  courses  at  Edison  College  are  credit  courses 
which  are  academically  equivalent  to  on-campus  courses. 
eLeaming  courses  allow  students  the  opportunity  to  com- 
plete most  of  their  course  work  outside  of  the  classroom, 
and  although  this  allows  for  greater  freedom  of  schedul- 
ing, 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.  An  Edison  professor  is  assigned  to  each 
course. 

The  Edison  telecourses  are  available  through  video 
checkout  for  the  entire  semester  at  the  Learning  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  Learn- 
ing Resource  Centers.  Course  offerings  are  limited  and  soon 
to  be  discontinued.  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  ac- 
cessed through  a  browser.  Online  courses  may  include  a 
textbook,  on-campus  sessions  for  orientation,  discussion, 
labs  and  examinations.  Online  courses  may  provide  the  op- 
portunity for  interaction  between  you,  the  instructor  and 
your  classmates  through  the  course  Chatroom,  Bulletin 
Board,  or  e-mail. 

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  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  Edison  College  Health  Technologies  Office  at  (239) 

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 
Opticianry  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  call- 
ing the  Edison  College  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  1 6th  credit  hour) 
ENC      1 1 02     *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  2010  Art  of  the  Western  World  (3) 
HUM     22 1 0     Studies  in  Humanities:  Ancient  World 

Through  the  Renaissance  (3) 
HUM     2230     Studies  in  Humanities:  The  17th  Century 

To  the  Present  (3) 
HUM     2510     *  Humanities  Through  the  Arts 

(writing  intensive)  (3) 

PHI        2600     Ethics  (3)     /' 

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) 
DEP      2004     Human  Growth  and  Development 

(Development  Through  the  Lifespan  in 

Action)  (3) 

DEP       2102     Child  Psychology  (Time  to  Grow)  (3) 

ECO      2013     Economics  (Choices  &  Change  Macro)  (3) 

ECO      2023     Economics  11  (Choices  &  Change  Micro)  (3) 

EDF      2005     Intro  to  Education  (3) 

EME      2040     Intro  to  Educational  Technology  (3) 

EDG      2701     Teaching  Diverse  Populations  (3) 

EUH      1000     *  Western  Tradition  I  (The  Western  Tradition)  (3) 

(writing  intensive) 

EUH      1001     *  Western  Tradition  II  (The  Western  Tradition)  (3) 

(writing  intensive) 
POS       204 1     American  National  Government 

(Government  by  Consent)  (3) 


88 


PSY       2012 


SYG      1000 


1010 
2430 


General  Psychology  (Psychology: 

Study  of  Human  Behavior)  (3) 

Introduction  to  Sociology 

(Sociological  Imagination)  (3) 

Contemporary  Social  Problems  (3) 

Marriage  &  Family  (3) 

Natural  Science 6  credit  hours 

BSC       1050C  Environmental  Biology: 

Man  and  the  Environment  (3) 

1 00 IC  Oceanography  I  (3) 

1002C  Oceanography  II  (3) 

2048     General  Physics  I  (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  II  (3) 
Introductory  Statistics 

(Introduction  to  Statistics)  (4) 


Electives 


24  credit  hours** 

(3) 


SYG 
SYG 


OCE 
OCE 
PHY 


MAT  1033 

MGF  1106 

MGF  1107 

STA  2023 


CCJ  1010  Intro  to  Criminology 

CCJ  1020  Intro  to  Criminal  Justice  (3) 

CJE  1300  Police  Organization  &  Administration  (3) 

CJL  2 1 30  Criminal  Procedure  &  Evidence  (3) 

CGS  1000  Computer  Literacy  (3) 

CGS  1100  Micorcomputer  Skills  (4) 

COP  1000  Intro  to  Comp.  Programming  w/VB  (3) 

COP  2800  Java  Programming  (3) 

GEB  1011  Introduction  to  Business  (3) 

LIS  2004  Internet  for  college  Research  (1) 

HCS  1531  Medical  Terminology  (3) 

HUN  1201  Fundamentals  of  Health  (3) 

*These  classes  require  the  student  to  write  a  minimum  of  4,000  words 

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. 


Kyle  Ketron  celebrates  his  victory  as  grand  winner  of  the  Real  Deal  Game  Show  held  on  the  Lee  Campus. 


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Associate  in  Science  Degree  Programs 


Requirements  for  the  Associate  in  Science  Degree 

1 .  Earn  the  required  semester  hours  for  the  degree  with  a 
cumulative  2.00  GPA. 

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

3.  Successfully  complete  25%  of  the  required  degree 
course  work  at  Edison  College. 

4.  Fulfill  all  obligations  to  Edison. 

5.  Meet  all  deadlines  pertaining  to  graduation. 

6.  Earn  a  grade  of  "C"  or  higher  in  English  composition 
or  mathematics  courses  required  for  the  degree. 

General  Education  Requirement  in  all  Associate  in 
Science  Degree  Programs: 

The  Florida  Department  of  Education  Administrative 
Rule  6A-10.024  specifies:  Completion  of  a  minimum  of 
fifteen  (15)  semester  hours  in  the  general  education  core 
curriculum  in  the  subject  areas  of  communication,  math- 
ematics, social  sciences,  humanities,  and  natural  sciences 
which  meet  the  Southern  Association  of  Colleges  and 
Schools  Commission  on  Colleges  criteria.  English  and  math 


courses  must  meet  the  requirements  adopted  by  the  State 
Board  of  Education  in  Rule  6A,  FAC  and  the  Board  of 
Governors.  No  physical  education  credit  will  be  included 
in  the  general  education  block  of  credit.  Additionally,  Ad- 
ministrative Rule  6A  indicates  students  must  earn  a  grade 
of  C  or  better  in  English  and  mathematics. 

Limited  Admissions  AS  Degree  Programs 

The  Associate  of  Science  Degree  programs  in  Dental  Hygiene, 
Nursing,  Respiratory  Care,  Radiologic  Technology,  and  Cardio- 
vascular Technology  are  selective  admissions  programs.  Admis- 
sion 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 
school  districts.  Information  about  articulation  agreements  is 
available  from  the  respective  program  coordinator 


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  suc- 
cessfully complete  this  program  will  have  the  knowledge 
and  skills  necessary  to  sit  for  two  certification  examina- 
tions. 

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. 

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  (239)  489- 
9295  for  further  information. 

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. 


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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    1106       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  I 3 

GEB     101 1       Introduction  to  Business 3 

ACG    201 1       Financial  Accounting  II 3 

RMI     2001       Principles  of  Risk  Management 3 

CGS     1100       Microcomputer  Skills 4 

ACG    2071       Managerial  Accounting 3 

ECO     2013       Economics  I ....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 

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,  3 1  hours  of  degree  core  requirements,  and 
15  hours  of  business  or  related  subject  electives. 

This  degree  transfers  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,  ACQ  201 1,  ACQ  2071  &  ECO  2023. 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

NONE 

GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

ENC     1101       Composition! 3 

ENC     1 102       Composition  II 3 

SPC      1600       Fundamentals  of  Speech 

Communications 3 

MGF     1 106       Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I 

or 

MAC    1105       College  Algebra 3 

ECO     2013       Economics  I  3 

*Humanities  Electives  3 

TOTAL  l8" 


ACG 

1001 

ACG 

1002 

CGS 

1100 

MTB 

1103 

MAN 

2021 

FIN 

2100 

GEB 

1011 

BUL 

2241 

MAR 

2011 

SLS 

1331 

DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

Financial  Accounting  1 3 

Microcomputer  Accounting  Applications 3 

Microcomputer  Skills 4 

Business  Mathematics 3 

Management  Principles 3 

Personal  Finance 3 

Introduction  to  Business 3 

Business  Law  1 3 

Marketing 3 

Personal  Business  Skills 3 

TOTAL  ^ 


BUSINESS  and/or  RELATED  SUBJECT  ELECTIVES 

May  be  ECO  2023,  STA  2023,  BUL  2242  or  any  course  in  Accounting, 
Business,  Hospitality,  Management,  Customer  Service,  Computer  Tech- 
nology, Banking,  Finance  or  Real  Estate. 

TOTAL  Is 

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  con- 
temporary 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.  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. 


Fall 


Spring 


Summer  A 


Summer  B 


#1 

GEB  1011 

ACG  1001 

MAC  1105 

ENC  1102 

#2 

ECO  2013 

MAN  2021 

SPC  1600 

ACG  1002 

#3 

CGS  1100 

ENC  1101 

#1 

ACG  2011 

ACG  2071 

STA  2023 

GEB  1949/2949 

#2 

ECO  2023 

MAC  2233 

BUL  2241 

BUL  2242 

#3 

HUMANITIES 

MAR  20 11 

Yearl 


Year  2 


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  pro- 
gram. 

•  Meet  with  college  personnel  regarding  the  program  requirements. 

•  Recognize  that  all  admissions  procedures  and  deadlines  as  outlined  in  the  Edison  College  Catalog  will  apply. 


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CARDIOVASCULAR  TECHNOLOGY 


The  Cardiovascular  Technology  Program  is  a  two  year 
program  leading  to  an  Associate  in  Science  Degree  in  Car- 
diovascular Technology.  The  first  year  of  the  program  is 
comprised  of  both  general  education  and  core  cardiovas- 
cular courses.  In  the  second  year  students  are  concentrat- 
ing on  core  didactic,  lab  and  clinical  cardiovascular  courses. 
Clinical  instruction  occurs  at  affiliated  hospitals  through- 
out Southwest  Florida. 

Cardiovascular  Technology  is  an  exciting,  rewarding 
and  relatively  new  field.  Cardiovascular  disease  is  the  lead- 
ing cause  of  death  in  the  United  States.  Advances  in  tech- 
nology and  the  training  of  Cardiovascular  Technologists 
have  improved  the  lives  of  millions  of  patients.  This  has 
resulted  in  a  high  demand  for  our  graduates.  After  gradua- 
tion you  will  be  in  demand  as  a  Cardiovascular  Technolo- 
gist to  work  in  hospitals  and  cardiology  practices.  The 
demand  is  high  in  Florida  and  throughout  the  United  States. 

The  Invasive  Cardiovascular  Technologist  is  employed 
in  cardiac  catheterization  laboratories  (cath  labs).  Our  spe- 
cialty of  invasive  cardiology  will  prepare  the  graduate  to 
function  in  multiple  facets  in  the  cardiac  catheterization 
laboratory.  Working  with  a  Cardiologist  they  perform  so- 
phisticated tests  in  order  to  diagnose  and  quantify  cardiac 
disorders.  These  include  coronary  artery  disease,  cardiac 
valve  disease  or  disorders  of  the  heart's  electrical  conduc- 
tion system.  Cardiovascular  Technologists  perform  diag- 
nostic cardiac  catheterization  studies  on  patients  including 
coronary  arteriography,  hemodynamic  monitoring  and 
analysis,  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. 
We  also  offer  an  elective  in  echocardiography  for  students 
who  would  like  a  basic  foundation  in  this  high  demand  field. 

The  Edison  College  Cardiovascular  Technology  Pro- 
gram is  accredited  in  invasive  cardiology  by  The  Commis- 
sion on  Accreditation  of  Allied  Health  Education  Programs 
(www.caahep.org)  based  on  the  recommendation  of  the 
Joint  Review  Committee  on  Education  in  Cardiovascular 
Technology. 

The  Commission  on  Accreditation  of  Allied  Health 
Education  Programs  (CAAHEP)  is  located  at  1361  Park 
Street,  Clearwater,  FL  33756,  phone  727-210-2350. 

Graduates  may  apply  for  the  invasive  cardiology  regis- 
try examination  offered  by  Cardiovascular  Credentialing  In- 
ternational (CCI)  for  national  certification.  Upon  success- 
ful completion  of  the  national  exam,  graduates  cam  the  RCIS 
(Registered  Cardiovascular  Invasive  Specialist)  credential. 

A  freshman  class  begins  each  Fall.  Currently  20  fresh- 
men are  accepted  each  year.  Class  size  is  limited  by  the 
number  of  cardiology  laboratories  in  the  clinical  affiliates 
needed  for  the  training  of  students.  Students  will  have  the 
opportunity  to  practice  cardiac  catheterization  procedures 
in  our  "on  campus"  cath  lab  prior  to  entering  the  clinical 
component  of  the  curriculum.  The  Cardiovascular  Tech- 
nology Program  is  a  "limited"  admission  program.  The 
criteria  for  admission  are  available  through  the  program 
office  or  through  the  Health  Professions  office  at  (239)- 
489-9255.  Information  packets  with  application  to  the  pro- 
gram may  be  downloaded  by  visiting  www.edison.edu  (go 


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to  Academic  Programs,  click  on  Academic  Program  Web 
pages,  click  on  your  program  of  interest  to  download.) 

First  Round  Application  Deadline:  June  1 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

The  Program  prerequisite  encompasses  successful  comple- 
tion of  the  program  acceptance  process  including  calcula- 
tion of  program  admission  points,  competition  with  all  other 
applicants  based  on  academic  transcript  evaluation  and 
affective  skills  demonstration.  The  admissions  process 
requires  satisfactory  completion  of  a  College-approved 
criminal  history  background  check  completed  at  the 
applicant's  expense.  The  clinical  enrollment  process 
requires  satisfactory  completion  of  a  technical  standards 
form  and  an  immunization  and  health  report. 


ENC 
PSY 
BSC 

BSC 

MGF 
CHM 
CHM 
PHY 

MCB 


RET 
RET 
RET 
CVT 
CVT 
CVT 
CVT 
CVT 
CVT 
RET 
CVT 

CVT 


CVT 


GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

1101       Composition  I 3 

2012       General  Psychology 3 

1093C    Anatomy  and  Physiology  I 

with  Lab 5 

1094C    Anatomy  and  Physiology  II 

with  Lab 5 

1 106       Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I 3 

2025       Intro,  to  College  Chemistry 3 

2032L    Chemistry  Health  Science  Lab 1 

1007       Physics  for  Health  Sciences 3 

2010C    Microbiology 5 

♦Humanities  Elective 3 

TOTAL  l4" 

DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

1024       Introduction  to  Cardiopulmonary  Tech 3 

1616C    Cardiopulmonary  Anatomy  &  Physiology 2 

1821L    Freshman  Pre  Clinic 2 

1200      Cardiovascular  Pharmacology 2 

2420C    Invasive  Cardiology  I 4 

2620C    Noninvasive  Cardiology  I 4 

2840L    Cardiovascular  Practicum  II 6 

2421C    Invasive  Cardiology  II 4 

2841L    Cardiovascular  Practicum  III 6 

2244       Critical  Care  Applications 2 

2920      Cardiovascular  Technologist 

as  a  Professional 2 

2842L    Cardiovascular  Practicum  IV 6 

TOTAL  43 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  77 


CAREER  CORE  ELECTIVES: 

262 IC    Noninvasive  Cardiology 

II-Echocardiography 

TOTAL 


General  Education  Requirements  are  included  in  the 
required  sequences  listed  above.  Some  students  prefer  to 
take  most  or  all  of  their  general  education  courses  before 
entering  the  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. 


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  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  (239)  489- 
9295  for  further  information. 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


CGS 

1100 

SLS 

1331 

ACG 

1001 

MAN 

2021 

SMB 

2000 

COP 

1000 

CDA 

1005 

COP 

1224 

COP 

2222 

COP 

2172 

CIS 

2321 

CGS 

2260 

COP 

2701 

PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

NONE 


DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

Microcomputer  Skills 4 

Personal  Business  Skills 3 

Financial  Accounting  I 3 

Management  Principles 3 

or 

Small  Business  Management 3 

Introduction  to  Computer 

Programming  3 

Networking  Essentials 3 

Programming  with  C++ 3 

Advanced  Programming  with  C++ 

or 

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  ^ 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  63 


ENC 
ENC 

SPC 


MGF 


PHI 


GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

1101  Composidon  I 3 

1 102  Composition  II 3 

(Technical  Writing  Emphasis) 

1600      Fundamentals  of  Speech 

Communications  (Business 

Communications  Emphasis) 3 

1 1 06       Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I 

or  higher  level  mathematics 3 

2100      Logic:  Reasoning  and  Critical 

Thinking 3 

*Social  Science  Elective 3 

TOTAL  Is 


ELECTIVES: 

Electives  may  be  selected  from  any  Business,  Com- 
puter Technology,  Office  Systems  Technology,  Drafting  and 
Design  or  student  internships. 

*Social  Science  Elective  may  be  chosen  from  any  course  listed  in  the 
General  Education  Program  under  Social  Science. 


Edison  College  administration,  faculty,  staff  and  students  hold  a  memorial  walk  to  honor 
cancer  victims  and  survivors,  an  event  held  in  conjunction  with  the  American  Cancer 
Society  Relay  for  Life. 


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CRIME  SCENE  TECHNOLOGY 


The  Crime  Scene  Technology  Associate  in  Science 
Degree  is  designed  to  prepare  students  for  employment  in 
fields  related  to  crime  scene  investigation.  Graduates  of 
this  program  are  able  to  locate,  preserve,  develop,  collect, 
analyze,  and  present  physical  evidence  relating  to  the  scene 
of  a  crime.  The  program  provides  students  with  the  neces- 
sary skills  to  accurately  map,  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, 
agencies  are  using  more  civilians  in  this  position.  Job  op- 
portunities are  enhanced  with  the  ability  to  relocate. 

The  nature  of  crime  scene  investigation  can  require 
physical  activity.  Students  enrolled  in  the  Crime  Scene 
Technology  program  must  be  physically  able  to  go  into, 
under,  on  top  of,  and  through  many  different  environmen- 
tal scenes  as  part  of  their  training.  The  employment  pro- 
cess may  include  an  extensive  background  investigation.  A 
prior  criminal  history  may  strongly  inhibit  employment  op- 
portunities in  this  field.  Potential  employers  may  require 
some  or  all  of  the  following  criteria  as  part  of  their  em- 
ployment process: 

Physical  Agility 

Background  investigations 

Drug  Screening 

Oral  Board  Interview 

Polygraph  and/or  Voice  Stress  Analysis 

Physical  Examination 

Minimum  Age  Requirement 

U.S.  Citizenship 

Students  intending  to  transfer  to  a  Bachelor's  degree 
program,  including  Edison  College's  Bachelor  of  Applied 
Science  Degree  in  Public  Safety  Management,  are  strongly 
encouraged  to  consult  with  the  transferring  institution  re- 
garding the  choice  of  elective  credit.  Contact  the  Edison 
University  Center  at  (239)  489-9295  for  current  informa- 
tion on  Bachelors  degree  partnerships  with  Edison  College. 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


ENC 
ENC 
MGF 

PHI 
PSY 


PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

NONE 


GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

1 101  Composition  I 3 

1 102  Composition  II 3 

1 106       Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I 

or  higher  level  mathematics 3 

2600       Ethics  3 

2012       General  Psychology  I 3 

*Natural  Science 3 

TOTAL  'is 

DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

1020       Introduction  to  Criminal  Justice 3 

1100       Microcomputer  Skills  or  higher 4 

2649       Forensic  Death  Investigation 3 

1110       Introduction  to  Crime  Scene 

Technology 3 

2 1 00      Criminal  Investigative  Techniques 3 

21  lie    Advanced  Crime  Scene 

Technology 4 

2113       Courtroom  Presentation  of 

Scientific  Evidence 3 

2141       Introduction  to  Forensics 4 

2220C    Crime  Scene  Photography  I  3 

2221C    Crime  Scene  Photography  II 3 

2241       Latent  Fingerprint  Development 3 

TOTAL  16" 

ELECTIVES:  6 


CCJ 
COS 
CJE 
CJT 

CJT 
CJT 

CJT 

CJT 
CJT 
CJT 
CJT 


TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS: 


60 


*Natural  Science  must  be  chosen  from  one  of  the  following  courses:  ISC 
lOOlC,  BSC  1005,  BSC  1010,  PHY  1053  or,  with  permission  of  advisor, 
CHM  2030/2030L. 


94 


Professor  Nisson  demonstrates  evidence  collection  techniques  in  crime  scene  investigation 
course. 


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  including  Edison  College's  Bachelor  of  Applied 
Science  Degree  in  Public  Safety  Management,  are  strongly 
encouraged  to  consult  with  the  transferring  institution  re- 
garding the  choice  of  elective  credit.  The  Associate  in  Sci- 
ence Degree  in  Criminal  Justice  Technology  will  transfer 
to  any  Florida  state  university  Bachelor  of  Science  Degree 
in  Criminal  Justice.  Contact  the  Edison  University  Center 
at  (239)  489-9295  for  current  information  on  Bachelors  de- 
gree partnerships  with  Edison  College. 

Florida  Criminal  Justice  Academy 
Bridge  Program 

Students  successfully  completing  Florida  Department 
of  Law  Enforcement's  State  Officer  Certification 
Examination  in  Law  Enforcement  or  Corrections  are 
eligible  for  college  credit  as  part  of  the  Florida  Department 
of  Education  PSAV  to  AS  degree  articulation  agreement. 
Current  law  enforcement  officers  are  eligible  for  1 5  college 
credit  hours  and  current  corrections  officers  are  eligible  for 
12  college  credit  hours,  toward  elective  credit  in  the 
Associate  in  Science  Degree  in  Criminal  Justice 
Technology.  In  addition,  selected  degree  core  requirements 
can  be  completed  in  a  compressed  study  format. 

Florida  Criminal  Justice  Academy  Bridge 
Program  Requirements: 

To  qualify  for  the  Florida  Criminal  Justice  Academy  Bridge 
Program,  the  student  must: 

1.  Complete  an  orientation  appointment  with  the 
Criminal  Justice  Program  Advisor  or  designee. 

2.  Produce  proof  of  the  successful  completion  of 
Florida  Officer  Certification  in  Law  Enforcement 
and/or  Corrections. 

3.  Complete  all  college  entrance  requirements, 
including  testing. 

4.  Declare  degree  seeking  status  in  the  Associate  in 
Science  Degree  in  Criminal  Justice  Technology 
(AS  CRJT). 

5.  Complete  at  least  16  credit  hours  of  coursework 
at  Edison  College  prior  to  the  recognition  of 
articulated  credit. 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

NONE 

GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 


Composition  I 

Composition  II 

College  Algebra  OR 

Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I 3 

Fundamentals  of  Speech  Communications 3 

*Humanities  Elective 

(PHI  2600  Ethics  recommended) 3 

*Social  Science  Elective 3 

TOTAL  l8 


ENC 

1101 

ENC 

1102 

MAC 

1105 

MGF 

1106 

SPC 

1600 

DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 


CCJ 

1020 

CJL 

2100 

CJL 

2130 

CJC 

1000 

CJT 

1110 

CJT 

2100 

CCJ 

1010 

CCJ 

2500 

CJE 

1300 

Credit 
Hours 

Introduction  to  Criminal  Justice 3 

Criminal  Law 3 

Criminal  Procedure  and  Evidence  3 

Introduction  to  Corrections 3 

Introduction  to  Crime  Scene  Technology 3 

Criminal  Investigative  Techniques 3 

Introduction  to  Criminology 3 

Juvenile  Delinquency 3 

Police  Organization  and  Administration 3 


TOTAL 


27 


SPECIFIED  ELECTIVES: 

Choose  from  any  course  listed  under  the  following 

prefixes:  CCJ,  CJT,  DEP,  EMS,  FFP.  HUS,  INP,  PLA, 

POS,  PSY,  SYG,  MAT  1033,  any  foreign  language  course,  or  any 

qualifying  criminal  justice  academy  bridge  award 10 

ELECTIVES: 

Choose  from  any  course  listed  under  the  Edison  College 
Catalog  as  A.  A 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. 


The  study  of  forensic  evidence  affords  students  vital  job 
skills  in  the  field  of  Criminal  Justice  Technology. 


95 


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  applicant  must 
have  completed  three  of  the  following  sciences  classes:  BSC 
1 093C,  BCS  1 094C,  MCB  20 1 OC,  CHM  2030,  and/or  CHM 
203 3 L  completed  by  the  records  check  appointment.  Infor- 
mation packets  with  application  to  the  program  may  be 
downloaded  by  visiting  www.edison.edu  (go  to  Academic 
Programs,  click  on  Academic  Program  Web  pages,  click 
on  your  program  of  interest  to  download.) 

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,  licensure  exams,  and  asso- 
ciation dues. 

First  Round  Application  Deadline:  December  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  admissions  process  requires  satisfactory  comple- 
tion of  a  College-approved  criminal  history  background  check 
completed  at  the  applicant's  expense.  The  clinical  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    2025       Intro,  to  College  Chemistry 3 

CHM    2032L    Chemistry  Lab  -  Health  Sciences 1 

MCB    2010C    Microbiology 5 

SYG     1000       Sociology 3 

*Humanities  Elective 3 

TOTAL  34" 

DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

DES  1020C  Dental  Anatomy 3 

DEH  1003  Dental  Hygiene  1 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 2 

DEH  1130  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 ^ 

TOTAL  54 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  88 

*Humanities  Electives  may  be  chosen  from  any  course  listed  in  the  Gen- 
eral Education  Program  Guide  under  Humanities. 


Members  of  the  community  receive  discounted  dental 
cleanings  at  the  Lee  Campus  dental  hygiene 
laboratory,  providing  hands-on  experience  for 
students. 


96 


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). 

This  degree  may  transfer  to  a  university  bachelor's  de- 
gree program.  Please  contact  the  Edison  University  Center 
at  (239)  489-9295  for  ftjrther  information. 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

NONE 

GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

ENC     1101       Composition  I 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  Is" 

DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

ETD     1100       Engineering  Graphics  I  (Manual) 4 

ETD     1320      Computer  Aided  Drafting 3 

ETD     2350      Advanced  Computer  Aided  Drafting 3 

EGS      1001       Introduction  to  Engineering 3 

BCN    2710      Construction  Procedures 4 

GST     2335       **Business  Communications 

or 
ENC     1102       Composition  II 

(Technical  Writing  Emphasis) 3 

GIS       1040      Geographic  Information  Systems 

or 

BCN     1272       Blueprint  Reading 3 

ETD     1538      AutoCad  for  Residential  Architecture 

or 

ETD     1103C    Engineering  Graphics  1  (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    1 140       Pre-Calculus  Algebra 3 

MAC    1114       Trigonometry 3 

Electives 3 

TOTAL  It" 

CAD  Specialization 

ETD     1538       AutoCad  for  Residential  Architecture 
or 

ETD     1103C    Engineering  Graphics  I  (CAD) 4 

ETD     1530      Drafting  and  Design  (Manual) 4 

GIS       1045       Geographic  Information  Systems 

Customization 3 

Electives 6 

TOTAL  Tt" 

Building  Construction  Specialization 

BCN     1230C    Materials  &  Methods  of  Construction 3 

BCT     1760       Building  Codes 2 

BCT     2730       Construction  Management 3 

BCT     1770      Construction  Estimating 3 

BCT     2708       Advanced  Construction  Project 

Management  3 

BCT     1720       Construction  Scheduling 3 

TOTAL  TT 

ELECTIVES: 

Electives  may  be  chosen  from:  SUR  llOOC,  SUR  2140C,  ETD 
1541,  ETD  1220,  COS  1100,  MAC  1140  or  MAC  1114,  ART 
2602C,  GST  1140,  CGS  1364,  GEE  1949. 

♦Students  can  choose  one  ofthe  following:  ISC  1001C,ISC  1002C,AST 
2003-AST  2003L,  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. 


Use  of  contemporary  surveying  and  drafting  technology 
equips  students  to  compete  in  a  vigorous  Southwest 
Florida  job  market. 


97 


EARLY  CHILDHOOD  EDUCATION 


This  program  is  designed  to  prepare  students  for  em- 
ployment as  child  development  center  teachers,  early  in- 
tervention associates,  child  development  center  curriculum 
coordinators,  infant/toddler  teachers,  preschool  teachers, 
providers  of  care  in  school  age  programs,  family  child  care 
providers,  home  visitors,  child  development  center  man- 
agers, or  teachers'  aides  in  public  and  private  programs. 
Career  goals  include  teaching  in  the  private  sector  or 
teacher's  aide  in  public  and  private  programs. 

A  pre-admission  consultation  with  the  program  coor- 
dinator is  strongly  recommended. 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

NONE 

GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

ENC     1101 3 

MGF     1106  or 

MAC    105 3 

SPC      1600 3 

*Humanities  Elective 3 

**Social  Science  Elective 3 

***Natural  Science  Elective  3 

TOTAL  "18^ 


CHD 
CHD 
CHD 
CHD 
CHD 
EEC 
EEC 
EEC 
EEC 
EEC 
EEX 
HSC 


CHD 
DEP 
EEC 
EEC 
EME 
EDF 
EDG 


DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

1134  Management  of  Early  Childhood  Learning 3 

1135  Understanding  Young  Children 3 

1220       Introduction,  to  Child  Development 3 

1332       Creative  Experiences  for  the  Young  Child 3 

2324       Early  Childhood  Language  Arts  &  Reading 3 

1000       Foundations  in  Early  Childhood  Education 3 

1202       Principles  of  Early  Childhood  Curriculum 3 

1603       Positive  Guidance  and  Behavior  Management  3 

1946  Early  Childhood  Practicum 3 

1947  Early  Childhood  Practicum  II 3 

1013       Special  Needs  in  Early  Childhood  Education...  3 
1422       Health,  Safety  and  Nutrition  for  the  Young 

Child J_ 

TOTAL  36 

CORE  ELECTIVES  (CHOOSE  THREE): 

1120       Infant/Toddler  Development 3 

2102       Child  Psychology 3 

1003       Introduction  to  School  Age  Care 3 

2521       Administration  of  a  Child  Care  Center 3 

2040      Introduction  to  Educational  Technology 3 

2005       Introduction  to  Education 3 

2701       Teaching  Diverse  Populations 3 

TOTAL  "9~ 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS  63 


*Humanities  courses  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  under  Social  Science.  PSY  2012  is  recom- 
mended. 

***Students  may  choose  one  of  the  following  Natural  Science  Electives: 
BSC  1050C,  ISC  lOOlC,  BSC  1051C. 


Edison 's  campus-hascd  child  care  centers  are  nationally  accredited  and  offer 
developmentally  appropriate,  affordable  care  and  education  for  the  children  of 
students  and  staff 


98 


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  Florida  EMT-Basic  exam, 
students  must  successfully  complete  the  EMT-Basic  Pro- 
gram. To  be  eligible  to  sit  for  the  Florida  Paramedic  exam, 
the  student  must  be  currently  certified  as  a  Florida  EMT-B 
and  successfully  complete  the  Paramedic  Certificate  Pro- 
gram. 

Students  may  obtain  an  Associate  in  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. 

The  EMT-Basic  program  has  limited  enrollment  due 
to  clinical  facilities  and  accreditation  standards.  Each  stu- 
dent must  meet  specific  criteria  which  are  listed  in  the  ad- 
mission requirements.  The  criteria  for  admission  are  avail- 
able through  the  program  office  by  calling  (239)  489-9392. 

The  EMT-Paramedic  program  has  limited  enrollment 
due  to  clinical  facilities  and  accreditation  standards.  Each 
student  must  meet  specific  criteria  which  are  listed  in  the 
admission  requirements.  The  criteria  for  admission  are 
available  through  the  program  office  by  calling  (239)  489- 
9392. 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 

PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

AdiTiission  requirements  for  the  EMT-Basic  Program  encompass 
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). 
The  clinical  enrollment  process  requires  satisfactory 
completion  of  an  immunization  and  health  report.  The  adinissions 
process  requires  satisfactory  completion  of  a  College- 
approved  criminal  advisory  background  check  completed  at 
the  applicant's  expense. 


Admission  requirements  for  the  Paramedic  Program 
encompass  evidence  of  current  Florida  EMT-Basic  certifi- 
cation (or  eligible  for  certification-must  be  Florida  certi- 
fied within  90  days  of  beginning  EMS  2671),  current  CPR 
certification,  grade  point  average  (GPA)  of  2.0  or  higher, 
and  completion  of  FCELPT  testing  with  no  DLA  hold(s). 

GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

ENC     1101       Composition! 3 

MAC    1105       College  Algebra 

or 

MGF     1106       Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  1 3 

PSY     2012       General  Psychology  I 3 

*Humanities  Elective 3 

BSC      1093C    Anatomy  and  Physiology  1 5 

BSC      1094C    Anatomy  and  Physiology  II  ^ 

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  I 2 

EMS     2655       Paramedic  Field  Internship  II 2 

EMS     2656      Paramedic  Field  Internship  III 4 

EMS    2649       Paramedic  Hospital  Clinicals 4 

EMS    2647       Advanced  Airway  Management 2 

MNA   2345       Supervision 
or 

FFP      2720      Fire  Company  Officer  Leadership 3 

TOTAL  ^ 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  73 

A  student  who  has  completed  a  hospital-based  or  vo- 
cational technical  center-based  program  accredited  by  the 
Commission  on  Accreditation  of  Allied  Health  Programs 
and  is  Florida  certified  as  an  EMT-B  or  Paramedic  may 
satisfy  the  career  core  requirements  through  successful 
completion  of  EMS  1810-EMS  Equivalency  Assessment. 

*Humanities  Eiectives  may  be  chosen  from  any  course  listed  in  the  Gen- 
eral Education  Program  Guide  under  Humanities. 


99 


FIRE  SCIENCE  TECHNOLOGY 


The  Associate  in  Science  Degree  in  Fire  Science  Tech- 
nology is  designed  to  provide  advanced  educational  op- 
portunities for  fire  service  personnel.  Students  gain  both 
knowledge  and  experience  useful  to  career  advancement 
in  the  challenging  field  of  fire  service.  The  program  is  de- 
signed both  for  students  who  have  completed  Florida 
firefighting  minimum  standards  training,  and  those  inter- 
ested in  expanding  career  opportunities  in  the  field  of  fire 
science.  Fire  Science  Technology  courses  are  designed  to 
fit  into  the  work  schedule  of  employed  fire  service  person- 
nel. 


FFP 

1505 

FFP 

1304 

FFP 

1540 

FFP 

2720 

FFP 

2740 

FFP 

2120 

FFP 

2810 

FFP 

2811 

FFP 

2301 

DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

Fire  Prevention  Practices 3 

Fire  Apparatus  Operations 3 

Private  Fire  Protection  Systems 3 

Fire  Company  Officer  Leadership 3 

Fire  Service  Instructor 3 

Building  Construction  for  the 

Fire  Service 3 

Firefighting  Tactic  &  Strategy  I 3 

Firefighting  Tactic  &  Strategy  II 3 

Fire  Service  Hydraulics 3 

Degree  Core  Credit  Hours  27 

Subtotal  42 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

Florida  Firefighting  Minimum  Standards  training  is 
recommended,  but  not  required. 

GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

ENC     1101       Composition  I 3 

ENC     1 102       Composition  II 3 

MGF     1 106       Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I 

or  higher  mathematics 3 

*Humanities  Elective  3 

**Social  Science  Elective 3 

General  Education  Credit  Hours  15 


SPECIFIED  ELECTIVES: 


Choose  from  any  course  under  the  following  prefixes: 
(limited  to  6  hours),  COS 


Credit 
Hours 

FFP,  EMS 
12 


CAREER  CORE  ELECTIVES: 

Electives  may  be  chosen  from  any  category 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS 


Credit 
Hours 

6 

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Smooth  as  a  glass-top  table,  a  freshwater  lake  on  the  Charlotte  Campus  reflects  the  James  and  Barbara 
Moore  Observatory,  which  provides  a  rich  array  of  astronomy  experiences  for  students  and  community 
members. 


100 


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. 


GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

ENC     1101       Composition  I 3 

SPC      1600       Fundamentals  of  Speech 

Communications 3 

MGF     1 106       Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  1 3 

*Humanities  Elective 3 

**Social  Science  Elective 3 

TOTAL  IS^ 


GCO 

1201 

GCO 

1400 

GCO 

2931 

GCO 

2431 

GCO 

2441 

GCO 

2442 

GCO 

2450 

GCO 

2741 

GCO 

2601 

GCO 

2602 

GCO 

2632 

GCO 

2633 

SOS 

2102 

GEB 

1949 

SOS 

1401 

SOS 

1005 

GCO 

1743 

GCO 

2500 

DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

Basic  Golf  Course  Mechanics 3 

Principles  of  Turfgrass  Science  I 3 

Turfgrass  Management  Seminar 3 

Irrigation  and  Drainage 3 

Integrated  Pest  Management 

for  Turf  I:  Insect  Pests  of  Turf 3 

Integrated  Pest  Management 

for  Turf  II:  Diseases  of  Turf 3 

Integrated  Pest  Management  for 

Turf  III:  Weed  Science  for  Turf 3 

Plant  ID  and  Landscape  Design 3 

Applied  Materials  Chemistry  and 

Calculations  for  Turf  I 3 

Applied  Materials  Chemistry  and 

Calculations  for  Turf  II 3 

Golf  Course  Organization 

and  Administration  I 3 

Golf  Course  Organization 

and  Administration  II 3 

Soil  Fertility  and  Fertilizers 3 

Golf  Course  Work  Experience 3 

Physics  and  Chemistry  of  Turf  Soils 3 

Biology  of  Turf  Soils 3 

Golf  Course  Design  and  Construction 3 

Environmental  Issues  in  Golf  Course 

Construction  and  Management 3 

TOTAL  M^ 

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  124. 


A  golf  course  green  on  the  Lee  Campus  provides  students  with  first-hand  experience  in  turfgrass  maintenance. 


101 


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  program- 
ming skills  with  those  skills  required  for  Internet  based  cli- 
ent/server applications  development. 

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  (239)  489- 
9295  for  fiirther  information. 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

NONE 


GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

1101  Composition  I 3 

1102  Composition  II 

(Technical  Writing  Emphasis) 3 

1600       Fundamentals  of  Speech 

Communications  (Business 

Communications  Emphasis) 3 

1 1 06       Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I 

or  higher 3 

2100       Logic:  Reasoning  and  Critical  Thinking 3 

Social  Science  Elective  3 

TOTAL  Is 


ENC 
ENC 

SPC 


MGF 


PHI 


DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

COP     1822       Internet  Programming  -  HTML 4 

COP     2800       Java  Programming 3 

COP     2830       Internet  Programming  - 

Advanced  Scripting 3 

COS     1 100       Microcomputer  Skills 4 

COP     1000       Introduction  to  Computer  Programming 3 

COP      1224       Programming  with  C++ 3 

CIS       2321       Data  Systems  and  Management 3 

COP     2172       Advanced  Visual  Basic  Programming 3 

or 

COP     2222       Advanced  Programming  with  C++ 3 

CDA     1005       Networking  Essentials 3 

CDA    2524       Linux  Internet  Servers 4 

CDA    2500       Windows  Server 3 

COS     2260      Computer  Hardware  &  Software  Maintenance  3 
SLS      1331       Personal  Business  Skills 3 

Electives 3 

TOTAL  IF 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  63 

ELECTIVES: 

Electives  may  be  selected  from  any  Business,  Computer 
Technology,  OST,  Drafting  and  Design  or  student  internships. 


Sunrise  breaks  across  Lake  Virginia  on  the  Lee  campus  of  Edison  College,  where  a 
clean,  naturally  beautiful  setting  and  dedicated  professors  contribute  to  a  spirit  of 
excellence. 


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NETWORKING  ADMINISTRATOR 


The  Associate  in  Science  Degree  in  Networking  Ad- 
ministrator is  designed  to  prepare  students  for  employment 
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  standards,  busi- 
ness platforms  and  operating  systems.  To  enable  the  stu- 
dent to  work  effectively  in  modem  business  environments, 
the  program  stresses  the  development  of  student  skills  in 
written  and  oral  communication,  human  relations,  manage- 
ment and  business  operations. 

The  degree  consists  of  18  hours  of  general  education 
requirements,  and  44  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  (239)  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 

or 

Small  Business  Management 3 

Computer  Keyboarding 3 

Personal  Business  Skills 3 

Electives 6 

TOTAL  IT 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  62 


ELECTIVES: 

Electives  may  be  selected  from  any  Business,  Computer  Technol- 
ogy, GST,  Drafting  and  Design  or  student  internships. 

*  Student  may  substitute  any  computer  course  in  its  place. 


CDA 

1005 

CDA 

2500 

CDA 

2524 

CDA 

2525 

COS 

1100 

CGS 

2260 

CIS 

2321 

COP 

1000 

GEB 

1011 

MAN 

2021 

SBM 

2000 

*OST 

1140 

SLS 

1331 

PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

NONE 


ENC 
ENC 

SPC 


MGF 


INP 


PHI 


GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

1101  Composition  I 3 

1102  Composition  II 

(Technical  Writing  Emphasis) 3 

1600      Fundamentals  of  Speech 

Communications  (Business 

Communications  Emphasis) 3 

1 106       Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I 

or  higher  mathematics 3 

2301       Human  Relations  in  Business 

and  Industry 3 

2100      Logic:  Reasoning  and  Critical  Thinking 3 

TOTAL  Is" 


■Students  give  generously  oj  their  time  and  talents  to  enhance  the 
community,  including  regular  on-campus  blood  drives. 


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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  in- 
stitutions, 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  Basic  Programs  are  offered  in  day  and  evening/ 
weekend  formats  on  the  Lee  campus.  Charlotte  and  Collier 
campuses  offer  the  Basic  Program  during  the  day.  The  Ad- 
vanced Placement  Programs  are  available  to  students  who 
already  hold  licensure  as  an  LPN,  or  certification  as  a  para- 
medic, registered  respiratory  technician  (RRT),  or  cardio- 
vascular 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  College  Nursing  Program  is  approved  by 
the  Florida  Board  of  Nursing,  4052  Bald  Cypress  Way,  Bin 
C02,  Tallahassee  32399-3252,  phone  (850)  488-0595.  The 
Nursing  Program  is  also  fully  accredited  by  the  National 
League  for  Nursing  Accrediting  Commission  (NLNAC), 
61  Broadway,  33rd  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  College  does 
not  imply  acceptance  into  either  Nursing  Program.  Follow- 
ing admission  to  the  College,  the  student  must  meet  all  ad- 
mission criteria  for  the  Edison  nursing  program  he/she 
wants  to  attend  before  applying  to  that  program.  Each  pro- 
gram has  its  own  admission  packet.  Since  there  often  are 
more  qualified  applicants  than  available  spaces,  meeting 
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  in 
the  general  education  requirements,  number  of  required 
general  education  courses  completed,  and  standardized  pre- 
admission test  score.  Applicants  with  the  highest  point  to- 
tals, who  meet  all  criteria,  are  offered  admission  on  a  space- 


available  basis.  For  details  regarding  the  admission  crite- 
ria and  point  system,  refer  to  the  Edison  Nursing  applica- 
tion packet  and/or  access  the  nursing  program  web  pages 
at  www.edison.edu. 

Students  are  admitted  to  the  Basic  Nursing  Program 
on  the  Lee  or  Collier  campuses  twice  a  year.  Applicants 
are  admitted  to  the  Charlotte  Basic  Nursing  Program  once 
per  year.  Admission  to  the  Advanced  Placement  Program 
occurs  on  each  campus  annually.  Contact  the  Nursing  Of- 
fice on  the  appropriate  campus  for  applications,  deadline 
dates,  and  enrollment  limits. 

Under  normal  circumstances,  transfers  between  cam- 
puses are  prohibited.  Should  extenuating  circumstances 
arise  which  are  beyond  the  student's  control,  transfer  re- 
quests will  be  considered  on  a  case-by-case  basis  by  a  com- 
mittee comprised  of  either  the  Basic  or  Advanced  Place- 
ment Program  Coordinators  and  the  District  Director  of 
Nursing.  All  requests  for  transfer  must  include  supporting 
documentation. 

TRANSFER  APPLICANTS 

Applicants  who  have  attended  another  RN  program  in 
the  past  year  may  apply  for  admission  to  the  Edison  Col- 
lege nursing  programs,  provided  that  they  supply  a  letter 
of  good  standing  from  the  director(s)  of  previous  nursing 
program(s).  The  transfer  applicant  must  meet  the  same  ad- 
mission criteria  as  any  other  nursing  applicant.  Students 
who  have  been  academically  dismissed  from  another  nurs- 
ing program  are  not  eligible  to  apply  to  Edison's  Nursing 
Programs. 

All  nursing  coursework  taken  elsewhere  and  at  Edison 
College  must  be  completed  within  3.5  years  (from  the  first 
nursing  course  taken  to  graduation  from  Edison  College). 
Nursing  courses  older  than  one  year  will  not  be  accepted 
for  transfer. 

Transcripts  must  be  evaluated  by  both  the  Nursing  Pro- 
gram 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  evalu- 
ated, complete  syllabi  from  all  previously  taken  nursing 
courses  must  accompany  the  application.  Any  transfer  nurs- 
ing student  must  complete  a  minimum  of  1 8  credit  hours  at 
Edison  in  order  to  graduate  from  Edison's  ADN  program. 

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. 


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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  written 
approval  of  the  Director  of  Nursing. 

3.  Computer  Usage 

Basic  computer  knowledge  is  required  to  complete 
some  assignments  in  nursing  courses.  Many  nursing 
courses  utilize  web-based  instruction.  Instructors  in 
those  courses  will  provide  classroom  demonstrations 
of  web-based  materials. 

4.  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. 

5.  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 

MAC1105**   College  Algebra 3 


♦Prerequisites  must  be  completed  BEFORE  entering  the  Nursing  Pro- 
gram 

Program  prerequisites  are  part  of  the  General  Education  Require- 
ments. 

**May  substitute  STA  2023  or  Math  higher  than  College  Alge- 
bra 

The  clinical  enrollment  process  requires  satisfactory  completion 
of  an  immunization  and  health  report.  The  admissions  process  also 
requires  satisfactory  completion  of  a  College-approved  criminal 
history  background  check  completed  at  the  applicant's  expense. 


GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

ENC     1101       English  Composition  1 3 

HUM  *Any  Humanities  course 3 

PSY     2012       General  Psychology 3 

DEP     2004      Human  Growth  and  Development 3 

BSC      1094C    Anatomy  &  Physiology  II 5 

MCB    2010C    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     1 142       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  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.  Consult  Nursing  Office  for  details. 


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NURSING 


ADVANCED  PLACEMENT  PROGRAM 

Application  Deadline:  Contact  Nursing  Office  on  respective  campuses. 


COIRSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES*: 


Credit 


lours 

BSC  1093C 
BSC  1094C 
ENC  1101 


Anatomy  and  Physiology  I 5 

Anatomy  &  Physiology  II 5 

English  Composition  1 3 

MAC  1 105**  College  Algebra .3 

TOTAL  16 


Successful  completion  of  NLN  Nursing  Mobility  Exam 

♦Prerequisites  must  be  completed  BEFORE  admission  to  the  Ca- 
reer Core 

Program  prerequisites  are  part  of  the  General  Education  Require- 
ments. 

♦*May  substitute  STA  2023  or  Math  higher  than  College  Alge- 
bra 

The  clinical  enrollment  process  requires  satisfactory  completion 
of  an  immunization  and  health  report.  The  admissions  process 
requires  satisfactory  completion  of  a  College-approved  criminal 
history  background  check  completed  at  the  applicant's  expense. 


GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

PSY     2012       General  Psychology 3 

DEP     2004       Human  Growth  and  Development 3 

HUM  *Any  Humanities  course 3 

MCB    2010C    Microbiology ^ 

TOTAL  14 


NUR 
NUR 

NUR 

NUR 


1062C 
1204/ 
1204L 
1511 

1932 


DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS:** 

Credit 
Hours 

Health  Assessment  &  Skills  Practicum 3 


NUR 

2140 

NUR 

2260/ 

2260L 

NUR 

2310/ 

2310L 

NUR 

2424/ 

2424L 

NUR 

2523 

NUR 

2530 

NUR 

2810/ 

2810L 

Transitional  Nursing  Concepts 5 

Introduction  to  Mental  Health 

Concepts  in  Nursing 1 

Advanced  Placement  Seminar 1 

Advanced  Placement  Credit 10 

(Awarded  after  successful 

completion  of  NUR  1062C, 

NUR  1204/1204L,  NUR  1932 

Advanced  Pharmacological  Concepts 2 

Advanced  Aduh  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. 


Dr.  Terry  Ogilby,  Ph.D.,  R.N.,  shows  nursing 
student,  Ester  Magumba,  how  to  listen  to  lung 
sounds. 


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OPTICIANRY  PROGRAM 


The  Opticianry  Program  is  made  possible  via  an  inter- 
institutional  agreement  between  Edison  College  and 
Hillsborough  Community  College  (HCC)  in  Tampa, 
Florida.  Edison  College  offers  the  general  education  por- 
tion of  the  degree  and  assists  in  the  teaching  of  the  vision 
care  courses.  The  degree  is  granted  by  Hillsborough  Com- 
munity College.  The  program  is  delivered  via  distance  learn- 
ing technology  combined  with  campus  based  instruction. 
The  laboratory  courses  are  held  in  the  new  Vision  Care 
Laboratory  in  the  Kenneth  P.  Walker  Health  Sciences  Build- 
ing. 

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  affili- 
ate 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 

GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 


Group  I 

ENC  1101 
PHI  2600 
Group  II 
MGF  1106 
Group  III 
PSY  2012 
SYG     1000 


Credit 
Hours 

Composition  I 3 

Ethics  or  any  Humanities  Elective 3 

Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I 3 

General  Psychology 3 

Introduction  to  Sociology 3 

TOTAL  IS^ 


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  I  3 

OPT      1155       Ophthalmic  Lens  I 3 

TOTAL  13 

FIRST  YEAR  -  SECOND  SEMESTER 

OPT  1 156  Ophthalmic  Lens  II 3 

OPT  1400L        Ophthalmic  Lab  1 3 

OPT  2500  Contact  Lens  Theory  I 3 

OPT  2500L        Contact  Lens  Lab  I 3 

OPT  2800L        Vision  Care  Clinical  I 2 

TOTAL  14 

FIRST  YEAR  -  THIRD  SEMESTER 

OPT     2461       Ophthalmic  Dispensing  II 2 

OPT     2801L    Vision  Care  Clinical  II J^ 

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     2802L    Vision  Care  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     2803L     Vision  Care  Clinicical  IV 2 

OPT     2375L    Refractometry  Lab  1  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 J^ 

TOTAL  3 

TOTAL  CREDITS  HOURS:  72 


Edison  s  opticianiy  program  prepares  students  for  dynamic 
careers  in  the  field  of  ophthalmics  and  vision  care. 


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PARALEGAL  STUDIES 


Approved  by  the  American  Bar  Association 


The  Paralegal  Studies  Associate  in  Science  Degree  is 
designed  for  students  seeking  a  professional  career  in  a  law- 
related  field.  The  program  trains  students  in  many  diverse 
areas  of  law.  Subjects  include  legal  research  and  writing, 
real  estate  law,  criminal  law,  family  law,  wills  and  trusts, 
torts,  and  litigation. 

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 
problems.  Other  roles  may  include  performing  legal  re- 
search, developing  new  procedures,  and  drafting  of  docu- 
ments. 

Paralegals  and  legal  assistants  may  not  act  as,  or  rep- 
resent themselves  as  lawyers.  Graduation  from  the  Edison 
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  represent  them- 
selves 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  law^yer  is  responsible." 

Students  intending  to  transfer  to  a  Bachelor's  degree, 
including  Edison  College's  Bachelor  of  Applied  Science 
Degree  in  Public  Safety  Management,  are  strongly  encour- 
aged to  consult  with  the  transferring  institution  regarding 
the  choice  of  elective  credit.  Contact  the  Edison  Univer- 
sity Center  at  (239)  489-9295  for  current  information  on 
Bachelors  degree  partnerships  with  Edison  College. 


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     1 102       Composition  II 3 

SPC      1600       Fundamentals  of  Speech 

Communication  3 

MGF     1106       Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I 

or  higher  mathematics 3 

*Humanities 3 

(PHI  2600  Ethics  recommended) 

*Social  Science 3 

TOTAL  Is" 

DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

BUL     2241       Business  Law  1 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  1 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 ^ 

TOTAL  37 

ELECTIVES: 

9 
TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  64 

*  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. 


Teamwork  and  a  commitment  to  excellence  temper  the  challenges  of  cramming  for  exam  week. 


108 


PHYSICAL  THERAPIST  ASSISTANT  PROGRAM 


The  Physical  Therapist  Assistant  Program  is  delivered 
to  the  students  at  Broward  and  Edison  College  via  distance 
learning  technology.  Upon  successful  completion  of  the  pro- 
gram, an  associates  degree  is  granted  by  Broward  Commu- 
nity College.  Lectures  are  broadcast  in  real  time  so  that  all 
sites  participate  in  lecture  classes  together.  The  individual 
sites  manage  lab  sessions.  The  clinical  education  compo- 
nent of  the  program  is  managed  by  the  Academic  Coordi- 
nator 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  therapy  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  from  September  to  May. 
Please  visit  www.broward.edu  for  additional  information. 
Information  packets  with  application  to  the  program  may 
be  downloaded  by  visiting  www.edison.edu.  under  the  Aca- 
demic Programs  section. 


PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

HSC  1531  Medical  Terminology,  *BSC  1093C 
Anatomy  and  Physiology  1  and  *BSC  1094C  - 
Anatomy  and  Physiology  2. 
*  -  Requires  a  pre-requisite  course.  Refer  to  course 
description  in  catalog  for  details. 


I 


Criteria  for  Admission  to  the  Physical  Therapist  As- 
sistant Program  applicants  must: 

•  Have  a  minimum  grade  point  average  of  2.5. 

•  Complete  all  pre-requisite  courses  with  a  grade  of  "C" 
or  higher  prior  to  submitting  a  program  application. 

•  Complete  a  Broward  Community  College  continuing 
education  course:  Online  Test  Drive  prior  to  the  start 
of  PHT  courses  in  Term  I,  August.  Completion  of  this 
course  is  not  required  for  program  application.  Regis- 
tration information  will  be  provided  to  students  fol- 
lowing application  to  the  program. 

•  Complete  a  Medical  History  and  Physical  Examina- 
tion prior  to  the  start  of  PHT  courses  in  Term  I,  Au- 
gust. Completion  of  the  physical  is  not  required  for 
program  application.  Physical  Examination  informa- 
tion will  be  provided  to  students  following  application 
to  the  program. 

•  Applicants  who  meet  minimum  admission  criteria  will 
be  ranked  by  GPA  with  program  seats  filled  based  on 
highest  ranking. 


Requirements  for  the  Physical  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: 

All  students  are  encouraged  to  utilize  the  Sail  Program  prior 
to  FCELPT  Testing 

DEGREE  REQUIREMENTS: 

Prerequisite  Courses 

HSC      1531       Medical  Terminology 3 

*BSC    1093C    Anatomy  and  Physiology  I 5 

*BSC    1094C    Anatomy  and  Physiology  II  5 

Program:  First  Year  Term  I 

ENC  1101  English  Composition  I 3 

*PHT    1010       Physical  Principles  for  PTA 1 

*PHT    1200       Introduction  to  Physical  Therapy 3 

*PHT    1200L     Introduction  to  PT  Lab 1 

*PHT    1 103       Anatomy  for  PTA 3 

*PHT    1103L     Anatomy  for  PTA  Lab I 

*PHT    1300       Survey  of  Pathological  Deficits 4 

*PHT    1310       Survey  of  Musculoskeletal  Deficits ^2^ 

TOTAL  Is" 

First  Year  Term  II 

*PHT    1211       Disabilities  and  Thera.  Proc.  I 2 

*PHT    121 IL    Disabilities  and  Thera.  Proc.  I  Lab 2 

*PHT    1350       Basic  Pharmacology I 

*PHT  2224       Disabilities  and  Thera.  Proc.  II 3 

*PHT  2224L    Disabilities  and  Thera.  Proc.  II  Lab 2 

PSY     2012       General  Psychology 3 

**Elective         Humanities 3 

MAT    9024       Introduction  to  Algebra  0 

Note:    MAT  9012  &  MAT  9020  Sequence  accepted  

TOTAL  16 

First  Year  Term  III 

*PHT    1801L    Clinical  Practicum  I 2 

PHT      1020      Therapeutic  Comm.  for  PTA ^ 

TOTAL  4 

Second  Year  Term  I 

*PHT   2810L    Clinical  Practicum  II  6 

*PHT  2162       Survey  of  Neurological  Deficits 4 

*PHT  2120      Applied  Kinesiology 3 

*PHT  2I20L    Applied  Kinesiology  Lab J_ 

TOTAL  14 

Second  Year  Term  II 

*PHT  2704       Rehabilitative  Procedures 3 

*PHT  2704L    Rehabilitative  Procedures  Lab 1 

*PHT  2820L    Clinical  Practicum  III 5 

*PHT  2931       Transition  Seminar 2 

TOTAL  11 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  74 

*Requires  a  pre-  or  co-  requisite.  See  course  description  in  catalog. 

**Humanities  Electives  may  be  chosen  from  any  course  listed  in  the 

General  Education  Program  Guide  under  Humanities. 

Successful  completion  of  the  Physical  Therapist  Assistant  Program 

will  satisfy  the  SACS  Oral  Communication  Standard  and  basic 

computer  skill  requirement. 

Upon  successful  completion  of  PHT  1200  and  PHT  1200L,  student 

will  have  met  the  Health  Careers  Core  objectives. 


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RADIOLOGIC  TECHNOLOGY 


The  Radiologic  Technologist  is  an  allied  health  pro- 
fessional who  combines  patient  care  skills  with  an  in-depth 
knowledge  of  human  anatomy  and  proficient  utilization  of 
medical  imaging  equipment.  The  technologist's  goal  is  to 
produce  diagnostic  images  of  the  human  body  with  mini- 
mum 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  re- 
quirements. 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  cumulative  grade  point  average  is  required  for  gradua- 
tion. 

Applications  received  after  the  April  30  deadline  may 
or  may  not  be  considered  for  the  upcoming  enrollment.  For 
more  information,  call  (239)  489-9255.  Information  pack- 
ets with  application  to  the  program  may  be  downloaded  by 
visiting  www.edison.edu  (go  to  Academic  Programs,  click 
on  Academic  Program  Web  pages,  click  on  your  program 
of  interest  to  download.) 

First  Round,  Application  Deadline:  April  30 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


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  admissions  process  requires  satisfactory 
completion  of  a  College-approved  criminal  history  background 
check  completed  at  the  applicant's  expense.  The  clinical  en- 
rollment process  requires  satisfactory  completion  of  an  im- 
munization 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: 

(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    1 105       College  Algebra 3 

*Humanities  Elective 3 

TOTAL  ll 

DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

(To  be  taken  following  program  acceptance) 

RTE  1000  Introduction  to  Rad  &  Patient  Care 3 

RTE  1 503  Radiographic  Positioning  1 3 

RTE  1503L  Radiographic  Positioning  1  Lab 2 

RTE  1613  Radiographic  Physics 4 

RTE  1418  Principles  of  Radiographic  Exposure  I 3 

RTE  1513  Radiographic  Positioning  II 3 

RTE  1 804  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 ^ 

TOTAL  52 

ELECTIVES: 

CGS  Computer  Science  Elective 3 

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  ac- 
credited by  the  Joint  Review  Committee  on  Education  in  Ra- 
diologic Technology  and  are  professionally  certified  as  Reg- 
istered Technologists  by  the  American  Registry  of  Radiologic 
Technologists  may  satisfy  the  career  core  requirements  (52 
credit  hrs.)  through  successful  completion  of  RTE  1951 -Ra- 
diologic Technology  Equivalency  Assessment.  Call  the  pro- 
gram office  at  (239)  489-9110  for  further  details. 


Dr.  Jeff  Elsberry,  Coordinator,  Respiratory  Care  (right), 
identifies  essential  diagnostic  features  on  a  chest  X-ray 
for  a  student. 


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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.  A  graduate  Respiratory  Therapist  is  usually 
employed  and  licensed  in  the  practice  of  Respiratory  Care 
and  has  acquired.the  knowledge  and  skills  necessary  to  ad- 
minister respiratory  therapy  to  patients  of  all  ages  with  var- 
ied diseases,  and  to  patients  in  need  of  acute  and  critical 
care.  Respiratory  Therapists  have  the  opportunity  to  learn 
and  work  in  the  acute  care  hospital  setting,  skilled  nursing 
centers,  rehabilitation,  neo-natal  intensive  care,  and  home 
care  environments.  Because  of  the  local  need  for  gradu- 
ates, scholarships  are  available  through  the  College  as  well 
as  through  local  hospitals.  A  freshman  class  begins  each 
Fall  semester.  Currently,  freshmen  are  accepted  each  year 
in  June.  Class  size  is  limited  by  the  number  of  critical  care 
units  in  the  S.W.  Florida  clinical  affiliates  essential  to  the 
clinical  education  of  students. 

The  Program  in  Respiratory  Care  is  a  limited  access 
program.  The  criteria  for  admission  policies  are  available 
through  the  program  office,  the  Edison  website  or  through 
the  Health  Professions  office  by  calling  (239)  489-9255. 
Information  packets  with  application  to  the  program  may 
be  downloaded  by  visiting  www.edison.edu  (go  to  Aca- 
demic Programs,  click  on  Academic  Program  Web  pages, 
click  on  your  program  of  interest  to  download.)  The  pro- 
gram in  Respiratory  Care  is  nationally  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  sat- 
isfactory completion  of  an  immunization  and  health  report. 
The  admissions  process  requires  satisfactory'  completion  of  a 
College-approved  criminal  history  background  check  com- 
pleted at  the  applicant's  expense. 


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GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

taken  before  or  during  the  program) 

1101       Composition  I 3 

2012       General  Psychology*** 3 

1093C    Anatomy  and  Physiology  I 5 

1094C    Anatomy  and  Physiology  II  5 

1 106       Mathematics  for  Liberal  Arts  I 3 

2025       Intro,  to  College  Chemistry 3 

2032L    Chemistry  Health  Science  Lab 1 

2010C    Microbiology 5 

*Humanities  Elective 3 

TOTAL  ^ 

DEGREE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

taken  following  program  acceptance) 

1024       Introduction  to  Cardiopulmonary  Tech 3 

161 6C    Cardiopulmonary  Anatomy  &  Physiology 2 

1402       Pulmonary  Electronic  Instrumentation  and 

Pharmacology 2 

1821L    Freshman  Clinic  I 2 

2234C    Respiratory  Care  Therapeutics 4 

2874L    Clinical  Practicum  II  4 

2254C    Respiratory  Care  Assessment 4 

2264C    Mechanical  Ventilation 4 

24I4C    Pulmonary  Studies 4 

2244      Critical  Care  Applications 2 

2714      Neonatal-Pediatric  Respiratory  Care 3 

2875L    Clinical  Practicum  III 4 

2930       Respiratory  Care  Practitioner  as  a  Prof.  2 

2876L    Clinical  Practicum  IV ^ 

TOTAL  45 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  76 


*Humanities  Electives  may  be  chosen  from  any  course  listed  in  the  Gen- 
eral Education  Program  Guide  under  Humanities. 

**Sociology  may  be  substituted  for  Psychology 


Respiratory  Care  students  practice  drawing 
arterial  blood  gas  in  a  clinical  setting. 


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Certificate 
Programs 


113 


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. 


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

3.  Successfully  complete  a  minimum  of  25%  of  the  re- 
quired certificate  course  work  at  Edison  College. 

4.  Fulfill  all  obligations  to  Edison. 

5.  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 

GST     2335       Business  Communications 3 

COS     1 100       Microcomputer  Skills 4 

ACG     1001       Financial  Accounting  1 3 

ACG    201 1       Financial  Accounting  II 3 

ACG    2071       Managerial  Accounting ^3_ 

TOTAL  16 

SPECIALIZATIONS:  11 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  27 


Specialization  electives  may  be  chosen  from  one  of 
the  following  areas:  General  Accounting  or  Tax  Account- 
ing. 

Credit 
Hours 
General  Accounting  Specialization 
ACG    2500       Governmental  and 

Not-For-Profit  Accounting 3 

CGS     2511       Advanced  Spreadsheet  Computing 3 

Electives 5 

TOTAL  IT 

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 2 

TOTAL  11 

ELECTIVES: 

Electives  may  be  selected  from  any  Accounting,  Busi- 
ness, Management,  Finance  or  Computer  courses. 


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COMPUTER  PROGRAMMING 


This  certificate  is  designed  to  prepare  students  to  en- 
ter the  computer  industry  in  entry  level  programming  posi- 
tions. The  core  courses  provide  training  in  programming 
languages,  basic  networking  design,  systems  analysis  and 
design,  and  professional  development  skills.  Students  cur- 
rently employed  in  the  field  can  supplement  and  upgrade 
their  skills  through  the  variety  of  offerings.  All  credits 
earned  in  this  program  are  applicable  to  the  AS  degree  in 
Computer  Programming  and  Analysis. 

Students  may  be  required  to  take  prerequisites  or  ac- 
quire consent  from  an  instructor  to  pursue  courses  for  this 
certificate. 


COURSE  PREREQUISITES: 

Refer  to  specific  course  descriptions  listed  in  this  Catalog. 


CERTIFICATE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

CGS     1 100       Microcomputer  Skills 4 

SLS      1331       Personal  Business  Skills 3 

CDA     1005       Networking  Essentials 3 

COP     1000       Introduction  to  Computer  Programming 3 

COP     1224       Programming  with  C++ 3 

CIS       2321       Data  Systems  &  Management 3 

CGS     2260      Computer  Hardware  & 

Software  Maintenance 3 

COP     2222       Advanced  Programming  with  C++ 

or 

COP     2172       Advanced  Visual  Basic  Programming 3 

COP     2701       Database  Programming 

or 

COP     2800      Java  Programming 3 

Computer  Science  Electives  at  2000  Level 

(Any  CDA,  COP,  CGS  at  2000  Level) .5 

TOTAL  CERTIFICATE  CREDIT  HOURS:       33 


PROGR^WI  PREREQUISITES: 

NONE 


Students  Lauren  Wolf  and  Adrian  Ungureanu  discuss  cabling  applications  in  one  of  several  of  the  College's 
computer  labs. 


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CRIME  SCENE  TECHNOLOGY 


The  Crime  Scene  Technology  Certificate  Program  is 
designed  to  provide  technical  training  in  the  field  of  crime 
scene  investigation.  The  Crime  Scene  Technology  Certifi- 
cate will  transfer  directly  into  the  Crime  Scene  Technol- 
ogy Associate  in  Science  Degree  and  the  Criminal  Justice 
Technology  Associate  in  Science  Degree. 

The  nature  of  crime  scene  investigation  can  require 
physical  activity.  Students  enrolled  in  the  Crime  Scene 
Technology  program  must  be  physically  able  to  go  into, 
under,  on  top  of,  and  through  many  different  environmen- 
tal scenes  as  part  of  their  training.  The  employment  pro- 
cess may  include  an  extensive  background  investigation. 
A  prior  criminal  history  may  strongly  inhibit  employment 
opportunifies  in  this  field.  Potential  employers  may  require 
some  or  all  of  the  following  criteria  as  part  of  their  em- 
ployment 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. 


PROGR.\M  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  28" 


CSI  students  investigate  a  simulated  crime  scene. 


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DENTAL  ASSISTING 


The  Dental  Assisting  Program  at  Edison  College  leads 
to  a  Certificate  of  Completion  and  eligibility  to  take  the 
Dental  Assisting  National  Boards.  Those  assistants  who  pass 
the  Boards  and  maintain  continuing  education  credits  may 
use  the  title  "Certified  Dental  Assistant."  Upon  comple- 
tion of  the  program,  students  will  also  receive  an  "Expanded 
Functions  Certificate"  which  enables  them  to  perform  des- 
ignated 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.  Informa- 
tion packets  with  application  to  the  program  may  be  down- 
loaded by  visiting  www.edison.edu  (go  to  Academic  Pro- 
grams, click  on  Academic  Program  Web  pages,  click  on 
your  program  of  interest  to  download.) 

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  successtul  completion 
of  a  program  acceptance  process  including  program  level  ad- 
mission pints,  competition  with  all  other  applicants  based  on 
academic  transcript  evaluation  and  prior  degree  points.  The 
admissions  process  requires  satisfactory  completion  of  a  Col- 
lege-approved criminal  history  background  check  completed 
at  the  applicant's  expense.  The  clinical  enrollment  process 
requires  satisfactory  completion  of  an  immunization  and  health 
report. 

GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

ENC     1101       Composition! 3 

SPC      1600      Fundamentals  of  Speech  Communication ^_3_^ 

TOTAL  "6^ 

CERTIFICATE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

DES      0021C    Dental  Anatomy  &  Physiology 3 

DES      1840       Preventive  Dentistry 2 

DES     0210L    Dental  Assisting  Radiology  Lab 2 

DES      0210      Dental  Assisting  Radiology 1 

DES     0103C    Dental  Materials  for  Dental  Assistants 3 

DES     2830C    Expanded  Functions 2 

DEA     0020       Dental  Assisting  I  1 

DEA     0020L    Dental  Assisting  1  Lab 4 

DEA     0029       Dental  Specialties 1.5 

DEA     0029L    Dental  Specialties  Lab 2 

DES     0502       Dental  Office  Management 2 

DEA     0850L    Extemship  1 15J 

TOTAL  39 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  45 


Pediatric  denial  paiieiits  from  the  coinmuuity  provide 
Edison  's  students  with  opportunities  to  teach  preventive 
dentistry  and  practice  communications  skills  with 
children. 


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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.  The  EMS  Technology  Program  is  ac- 
credited by  the  Commission  on  Accreditation  of  Allied 
Health  Education  Programs  (CAAHEP)  in  conjunction  with 
the  Committee  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  in 
all  EMS  classes  and  at  the  clinical  sites.  Students  are  re- 
sponsible for  transportation  to  and  from  the  clinical  sites. 
All  EMT-B  students  must  be  free  of  all  facial  hair  prior  to 
fit  testing  for  the  National  Institute  for  Occupational  Safety 
Hazards  (NIOSH)-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: 

y  None 


The  EMT-Basic  program  has  limited  enrollment  due 
to  clinical  facilities  and  accreditation  standards.  Each 
student  must  meet  specific  criteria  which  are  listed  in 
the  admission  requirements.  The  criteria  for  admission 
are  available  through  the  program  office  by  calling  (239) 
489-9392. 

Admission  requirements  for  the  EMT-Basic  Program 
encompass  successful  completion  of  a  program  appli- 
cation documenting  the  following  criteria:  a  grade  point 
average  (GPA)  of  2.0  or  higher,  current  CPR  certifica- 
tion (either  American  Heart  Association  Basic  Life  Sup- 
port for  Healthcare  Providers  or  American  Red  Cross 
Professional  Rescuer),  and  completion  of  the  FCLEPT 
Test  with  no  DLA  hold(s).  (Students  are  encouraged  to 
utilize  the  SAIL  Program  prior  to  testing).  The  clinical 
enrollment  process  requires  satisfactory  completion  of 
an  immunization  and  health  report.  The  admissions  pro- 
cess requires  satisfactory  completion  of  a  College-ap- 
proved criminal  history  background  check  completed 
at  the  applicant's  expense. 

The  courses  below  must  be  taken  in  the  same  semes- 
er  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 ^ 

TOTAL  11 


Edison  students  complete  hands-on  courses  in  Emergency  Medical 
Care,  anatomy  and  physiology  and  field  experience  to  prepare  for 
the  rigorous  demands  of  contemporary  EMT  work. 


118 


EYE  CARE  TECHNICIAN 


The  Eye  Care  Technician  College  Credit  Certificate  is 
made  possible  via  an  inter-institutional  agreement  between 
Edison  College  and  Hillsborough  Community  College 
(HCC)  in  Tampa,  Florida.  Edison  College  offers  the  gen- 
eral education  portion  of  the  degree  and  assists  in  the  teach- 
ing 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  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      1155       Ophthalmic  Lens  I 3 

OPT      1 156       Ophthalmic  Lens  II 3 

OPT      1225       Low  Vision 3 

OPT      1460       Ophthalmic  Dispensing  I 3 

OPT      1460L    Ophthalmic  Dispensing 

Laboratory  I 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     2800L    Vision  Care  Clinical  I 2 

OPT     2801L    Vision  Care  Clinical  II  2 

OPT     2463L    Ophthalmic  Skills  Lab  I 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  1 2 

OPT     2376L     Refractometry  Laboratory  II 1 

TOTAL  48 


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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  modem  business  en- 
vironments, the  program  stresses  the  development  of  skills 
in  written  and  oral  communication,  human  relations,  man- 
agement and  business  operations.  Course  work  in  this  pro- 
gram 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  ~J~ 

CERTIFICATE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

CDA     1005       Networking  Essentials 3 

CDA    2500       Microsoft  Windows  Server 3 

CGS     1 100       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 

SLS      1331       Personal  Business  Skills 3 

General  Electives  2 

TOTAL  TT 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  30 

*Student  may  substitute  any  computer  course  in  its  place. 


PROGRAM  PREREQUISITES: 

None 


Student  Dawie  Kruger  works  in  the  College  s  exposed  technology  networking  lab. 


120 


OPHTHALMIC  LABORATORY  TECHNICIAN 


The  Ophthalmic  Laboratory  Technician  College  Credit 
Certificate  is  made  possible  via  an  inter-institutional  agree- 
ment between  Edison  College  and  Hillsborough  Commu- 
nity College  (HCC)  in  Tampa,  Florida.  Edison  College  of- 
fers 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  teaches  surfacing,  finishing  and  other 
related  tasks  necessary  to  fabricate  prescription  eyewear. 
It  prepares  individuals  to  work  in  a  wholesale  or  retail  op- 
tical laboratory.  Graduates  may  apply  all  credits  from  this 
certificate  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 


GENERAL  EDUCATION  REQUIREMENTS: 

None 

CERTIFICATE  CORE  REQUIREMENTS: 

Credit 
Hours 

OPT      1000      Ophthalmic  Orientation 1 

OPT      1155       Ophthalmic  Lens  I 3 

OPT      1 1 56       Ophthalmic  Lens  II 3 

OPT      1400L    Ophthalmic  Laboratory  I 3 

OPT      1460      Ophthalmic  Dispensing  1 3 

OPT      1460L    Ophthalmic  Dispensing  Laboratory  1 3 

OPT     2204       Anatomy  and  Physiology  of  the  Eye 3 

OPT     2500      Contact  Lens  Theory  1 3 

OPT     2800L     Vision  Care  Clinical  I  2 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  24 


Edison 's  Collier  County  students  join  the  downtown  Naples  Fourth  of  July  parade. 


121 


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  success- 
ful completion  of  the  Paramedic  Program,  the  Department 
of  EMS  will  issue  to  the  student  the  necessary  paperwork 
required  to  submit  to  the  Florida  State  EMS  Office  to  ap- 
ply for  the  Florida  State  Paramedic  Certification  examina- 
tion. 

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  is  required.  Students  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  enrollment  due 
to  clinical  facilities  and  accreditation  standards.  Each  student 
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. 

Admission  requirements  for  the  Paramedic  Program  en- 
compass 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  registra- 
tion into  EMS  2671 .  The  clinical  enrollment  process  requires 
satisfactory  completion  of  an  immunization  and  health  report. 
The  admissions  process  requires  satisfactory  completion  of  a 
College-approved  criminal  history  background  check  com- 
pleted at  the  applicants  expense. 


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 

Paramedic  I 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  I 2 

Paramedic  Field  Internship  II 2 

Paramedic  Field  Internship  III 4 

Paramedic  Hospital  Clinicals 4 

Advanced  Airway  Management 2 

TOTAL  'yf 


EMS  Professor  Jeffrey  Morse  shows  students  how  to 
evaluate  a  patient 's  medical  condition  in  an 
emergency  situation. 


Ill 


SMALL  BUSINESS  MANAGEMENT 


The  Small  Business  Management  Certificate  is  de- 
signed to  prepare  students  to  become  small  business  own- 
ers and  managers  in  specialized  areas.  Course  work  in  this 
program  articulates  into  the  Associate  in  Science  Degree 
in  Business  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 

OST     2335       Business  Communications 3 

GEB     1011       Introduction  to  Business 3 

CGS     1100       Microcomputer  Skills 4 

MTB     1103       Business  Mathematics 3 

TOTAL  16 

SPECIALIZATIONS:  8 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  24 


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) .1^ 

TOTAL  8 

Customer  Service  Specialization 

MKA    1161       Introduction  to  Customer  Service 3 

Electives 5 

TOTAL  ~% 

International  Business  Specialization 

INR      2002       International  Relations 3 

BAN     2155       International  Banking  and 

Finance 3 

Electives 2 

TOTAL  ~8~ 

Marketing  Specialization 

MAR    201 1       Marketing 3 

MKA    1511       Advertising  and  Sales  Promotion 3 

Electives 2 

TOTAL  ~8~ 

Banking  Specialization 

BAN     1004       Principles  of  Banking 3 

Banking  Elective 3 

Electives 2 

TOTAL  ~8~ 


ELECTIVES: 

Electives  may  be  chosen  from  any  OST,  Business,  Hospitality, 
Management,  Customer  Service,  Computer  Technology,  Banking, 
Finance,  or  Real  Estate  courses. 


Festival  tents  and  balloons  fill  the  quadrangle  during  Student  Appeciation  Day  on  the  Lee  Campus. 


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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  GolfCourse  Mechanics  II 3 

GCO     1211C    Turf  Equipment  Diagnostics  I 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  1 3 

GCO     1612       GolfCourse  Shop  Management  II 3 

GCO     1942       Field  Training  in  Turf  Equipment 

Management  2 

GCO    2632       Golf  Course  Organization  and 

Administration 3 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  Is" 


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VISUAL  ASSESSMENT 


The  Visual  Assessment  Advanced  Technical  Certifi- 
cate is  made  possible  via  an  inter-institutional  agreement 
between  Edison  College  and  Hillsborough  Community  Col- 
lege (HCC)  in  Tampa,  Florida.  This  advanced  program  is 
designed  for  those  students  who  already  have  an  AS  De- 
gree in  Opticianry.  Edison  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  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 I 

OPT      1666       Safety  and  Sports  Vision 3 

TOTAL  CREDIT  HOURS:  TT 


Opticianry  students  practice  visual  assessment  techniques. 


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COURSE  INFORMATION 

AND 
COURSE  DESCRIPTIONS 


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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  numbering  system  is  used  by  all  public  postsecondary  institutions  in  Florida  and  33  participating  non-public  institutions.  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  "course  equivalency  profiles." 


Example  of  Course  Identifier 


Prefix 


Level  Code 

(first  digit) 


Century  Digit 

(second  digit) 


Decade  Digit 

(third  digit) 


Unit  Digit 

(fourth  digit) 


Lab  Code 


SYG 


1 


0 


1 


0 


Sociology, 
General 


Freshman  Level 
at  this  institution 


Entry-level 

General 

Sociology 


Survey  Course      Social  Problems 


General  Rule  for  Course  Equivalencies 

Equivalent  courses  at  different  institutions  are  identified  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  35  different  postsecondary  institutions.  Each  institution  uses 
"SYGOIO"  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 
taxonomy,""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  that  meets  in  the  same  place 
at  the  same  time.  The""L"  represents  a  laboratory  course  or  the 
laboratory  part  of  a  course,  having  the  same  prefix  and  course 
number  without  a  lab  indicator,  which  meets  at  a  different  time 
or  place. 

Transfer  of  any  successfully  completed  course  from  one  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  institu- 
tions. For  example,  SYG  1010  is  offered  at  a  community  col- 
lege. The  same  course  is  offered  at  a  state  university  as  SYG 
2010.  A  student  who  has  successfully  complete  SYG  1010  at  the 
community  college  is  guaranteed  to  receive  transfer  credit  for 
SYG  2010  at  the  state  university  if  the  student  transfers.  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  determine  satisfaction  of  requirements  by 
transfer  students  on  the  same  basis  as  credit  awarded  to  the  na- 
tive students.  It  is  the  prerogative  of  the  receiving  institution, 
however,  to  offer  transfer  credit  for  courses  successfully  com- 
pleted that  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  assigned  prefix  to  identify  the  course. 


No  Laboratory 
component  in 
this  course 


Authority  for  Acceptance  of  Equivalent  Courses 

Section  1007.24(7),  Florida  Statutes,  states: 

Any  student  who  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  statewide  course  numbering  sys- 
tem shall  be  awarded  credit  by  the  receiving  institution  for 
courses  satisfactorily  completed  by  the  student  at  the  previous 
institutions.  Credit  shall  be  awarded  if  the  courses  are  judged 
by  the  appropriate  statewide  course  numbering  system  faculty 
committees  representing  school  districts,  public  postsecondary 
educational  institutions,  and  participating  nonpublic 
postsecondary  educational  institutions  to  be  academically 
equivalent  to  courses  offered  at  the  receiving  institution,  in- 
cluding equivalency  of  faculty  credentials,  regardless  of  the 
public  or  nonpublic  control  of  the  previous  institution.  The 
Department  of  Education  shall  ensure  that  credits  to  be  accepted 
by  a  receiving  institution  are  generated  in  courses  for  which  the 
faculty  possess  credentials  that  are  comparable  to  those  required 
by  the  accrediting  association  of  the  receiving  institution.  The 
award  of  credit  may  be  limited  to  courses  that  are  entered  in  the 
statewide  course  numbering  system.  Credits  awarded  pursuant 
to  this  subsection  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  discretion  of  the  receiving  institution: 

A.  Courses  in  the  900-999  series  (e.g.,  ART  2905) 

B.  Internships,  practica,  clinical  experiences,  and  study  abroad  courses 

C .  Performance  or  studio  courses  in  Art,  Dance,  Theater,  and  Music 

D.  Skills  courses  in  Criminal  Justice 

E.  Graduate  courses 

F.  Courses  not  offered  by  the  receiving  institution 

G.  For  courses  at  non-regionally  accredited  institutions,  courses 
offered  prior  to  the  transfer  date  of  the  course 

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  the  office  of  the  District  Vice  President,  Academic 
Affairs,  or  the  Florida  Department  of  Education,  Office  of  Ar- 
ticulation, 1401  Turlington  Building,  Tallahassee,  Florida  32399- 
0400.  Special  reports  and  technical  information  may  be  requested 
by  calling  the  Statewide  Course  Numbering  System  office  at  (850) 
245-0427  or  SunCom  205-0427. 


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Course  Descriptions 


ACCOUNTING  TECHNOLOGY 

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  account- 
ing cycle,  current  assets  and  liabilities,  merchandising  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  part- 
nerships and  corporations.  Major  emphasis  is  placed  on 
stockholder's  equity,  long-term  liabilities,  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  evalu- 
ation, budgeting,  decision  analysis,  and  just-in-time  phi- 
losophy. 

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  vari- 
ous funds  used  in  Government  and  non-profit  accounting: 
I)  fund  accounting  principles  and  concepts;  2)  record  keep- 
ing 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  prop- 
erty/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  part- 
nership information  returns.  Students  prepare  a  compre- 
hensive joint  income  tax  return.  Current  tax  law  is  also 
covered. 


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  vari- 
ous fiduciary  forms  of  wealth  transfer  including:  1)  fidu- 
ciary accounting  principles  and  concepts;  2)  record  keep- 
ing 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  cul- 
tural 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 
ANTKROPOLOGY-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  introductory  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  se- 
lected art  movements.  Includes  classes  in  the  Edison  Gal- 
lery 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,  architec- 
ture) from  prehistoric  times  to  the  European  Renaissance. 
(I) 

ARH  1051  HISTORY  OF  ART  II-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

A  survey  of  the  visual  arts  (painting,  sculpture,  architec- 
ture) from  the  European  Renaissance  to  the  present.  (I) 


TAX  2010  FEDERAL  TAX  ACCOUNTING  II-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  En- 
rolled Agents'  Examination  sponsored  by  the  Internal  Rev- 
enue Service. 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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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  pro- 
vides 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  2010  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  vi- 
sual 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  ele- 
ments, 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  encoun- 
tered in  Drawing  I  with  more  complex  problems  and  op- 
tions. 

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  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  2750C  CERAMICS  I-AA 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 

An  introductory  course  that  encompasses  the  basic  ceram- 
ics processes,  instruction  in  clay  mixing,  forming  (coil, 
slab  and  wheel),  glazing,  kiln  construction  and  firing. 


ART  2751C  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  2401C  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  empha- 
sized. 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) 

BANKING  AND  FINANCE 

(See  Business/Management/Finance) 


BIOLOGY 


(See  Science) 


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  ac- 
counting system.  This  course  is  not  a  prerequisite  to  Fi- 
nancial Accounting  I,  nor  is  it  a  requisite  to  the  AS  degree 
in  Accounting  Technology. 

BAN  1004  PRINCIPLES  OF  BANKING-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  presents  the  fundamentals  of  banking. 

BAN  1231  COMMERCIAL  LENDING- AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  provides  an  overview  of  the  commercial  lend- 
ing function.  It  is  targeted  to  management  trainees  and  jun- 
ior management,  and  is  divided  into  commercial  lending 
overview,  the  lending  process,  portfolio  management,  and 
regulation  and  business  development.  Some  specific  top- 
ics include  the  commercial  loan  customer,  types  of  com- 
mercial loans,  the  loan  decision  process  (information  gath- 
ering, analysis),  cost  analysis,  control  and  profitability,  and 
the  regulatory  and  legal  environment. 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

("f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


BAN  2155  INTERNATIONAL  BANKING  AND 
FINANCE-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  introduces  the  student  to  international  bank- 
ing with  an  emphasis  on  lending  concepts,  international 
financial  instruments,  the  Eurodollar  market  and  foreign 
exchange  conversion  methods. 

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  as- 
pect of  installment  lending. 

BUL  2241  BUSINESS  LAW  I-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  designed  to  develop  the  student's  under- 
standing 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, 
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  com- 
mercial 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  finan- 
cial 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  in- 
clude the  objectives  of  personal  financial  planning,  set- 
ting up  and  maintaining  records,  budgeting,  developing 
and  managing  income,  consumer  expenditures,  safeguard- 
ing resources,  investing  for  refirement,  income  tax  con- 
siderations and  estate  planning. 

GEB  1011  INTRODUCTION  TO  BUSINESS-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  provides  a  general  outline  of  the  nature  of  busi- 
ness, including  ownership,  management,  and  organization. 
Business  operations,  such  as  finance  and  decision-making 
controls  are  emphasized.  The  legal  and  regulatory  envi- 
ronment in  which  business  operates  is  examined. 

GEB  1949  INTERNSHIP  WORK  EXPERIENCE  I-AA 
GEB  2949  INTERNSHIP  WORK  EXPERIENCE  II-AA 

3  Credits 

This  course  offers  a  work  experience  in  a  cooperative  pro- 
gram between  Edison  College,  students  and  local  employ- 


ers. This  course  requires  verified  work  hours  and  a  final 
summary  report  at  the  end  of  the  internship  experience. 

HFT   1000  INTRODUCTION  TO  HOSPITALITY 
MANAGEMENT-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  traces  the  growth  and  development  of  the  hos- 
pitality industry.  Emphasis  on  the  operational  units  of  a 
hospitality  organization  such  as  food  and  beverage,  per- 
sonnel, accounting,  and  sales.  Various  hospitality  organi- 
zations will  be  discussed  with  regard  to  career  opportuni- 
ties, including  hotels/motels,  restaurants,  clubs,  travel  agen- 
cies, cruise  ships,  institutional  services,  and  recreational 
parks.  Current  and  new  management  concepts  and  prac- 
tices are  presented. 

HFT   1050  TOURISM  AND  THE  HOSPITALITY 
INDUSTRY-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  takes  a  cross-disciplinary  approach  to  exam- 
ining tourism.  The  social  science  perspective  provides  stu- 
dents with  the  kind  of  practical  knowledge  that  can  be  ef- 
fectively applied  to  the  hospitality  industry. 

HFT  2410  FRONT  OFFICE  PROCEDURES-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  traces  the  flow  of  activities  and  functions  per- 
formed in  today's  lodging  operations  with  a  comparison 
of  manual,  machine  assisted,  and  computer  based  meth- 
ods for  each  front  office  function. 

HFT  2501  HOSPITALITY  SALES  PROMOTION-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  presents  a  practical  understanding  of  the  op- 
erating 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  busi- 
ness profits. 

HFT  2600  HOSPITALITY  LAW-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  provides  an  awareness  of  the  rights  and  re- 
sponsibilities that  the  law  grants  to  or  imposes  upon  em- 
ployees of  the  hospitality  industry,  and  illustrates  the  pos- 
sible consequences  of  failure  to  satisfy  legal  obligations. 

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  theo- 
retical and  hands-on  training  in  the  process  of  continuous 
leadership  improvement  through  identifying,  analyzing, 
and  solving  problems  that  will  positively  impact  on  cus- 
tomer satisfaction.  Management  quality  is  presented  in  a 
manner  that  emphasizes  principles  and  practices,  includ- 
ing 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 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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the  human  processes  in  formal  organizations,  utilizing  in- 
dividual and  group  exercises  which  simulate  behavioral 
dynamics  of  organizations.  Content  areas  include  conflict 
resolution,  communication,  leadership,  planning  and  con- 
trol, 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  signifi- 
cant 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  busi- 
ness 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  mar- 
keting which  are  unique  to  international  business.  Students 
investigate  product  development,  channel  systems,  orga- 
nizational 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  strat- 
egies. 

MKA  1511  ADVERTISING  AND  SALES  PROMOTION-AS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  reviews  all  phases  of  sales  promotion  includ- 
ing 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  con- 
cepts of  selling  and  the  role  of  sales  in  today's  economy. 
Current  techniques  and  vital  principles  of  selling  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-techni- 
cal school  with  the  College  District.  Completion  and 
submission  of  the  application  (Form  No.  BT-007)  along 
with  official  verification  of  program  completion  (tran- 
scripts and  certificates  of  completion).  9  Credits 
This  course  serves  as  a  vehicle  to  accept  any  applied  tech- 
nology program  (900  or  more  hours)  completed  in  any  of 
the  technical  centers  within  the  College  District  as  speci- 
fied in  the  Business  Administration  and  Management  Ar- 
ticulation 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  re- 
sponsibilities 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  mak- 
ing a  smooth  transition  from  expert  in  a  particular  task  to 
that  of  a  supervisor  who  must  produce  results  through  the 
efforts  of  others. 

MTB  1103  BUSINESS  MATHEMATICS-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 
Prerequisite:  Placement  testing. 

This  basic  course  involves  the  study  of  percent  calcula- 
tions used  in  taxes,  insurance,  wages,  depreciation  and  re- 
tail mathematics.  Emphasis  is  also  placed  on  simple  inter- 
est, present  value  at  compound  interest,  annuities  and  am- 
ortization. 

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,  prop- 
erty 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,  fi- 
nancing, investment  and  office  management.  Students  are 
expected  to  have  mastered  the  mechanics  of  filling  out  clos- 
ing 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  man- 
agers, and  supervisors  to  meet  the  challenges  in  the  busi- 
ness world.  Students  develop  the  skills  necessary  to  un- 
derstand and  cope  with  life's  challenges.  Emphasis  is 
placed  on  business  entrepreneurship,  job  seeking  skills, 
leadership  skills,  decision  making  skills,  goal  setting,  prob- 
lem solving,  stress  and  time  management,  and  other  em- 
ployability  skills.  It  is  recommended  that  students  take  this 
course  near  the  end  of  their  degree  program. 

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  sec- 
ondary mortgage  market. 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


CARDIOVASCULAR  TECHNOLOGY 

CVT  1200  CARDIOVASCULAR  PHARMACOLOGY-AS 
4  class  hours  2  Credits 

Prerequisites:  RET  1024,  RET  1616C,  RET  182 IL 

This  course  is  designed  to  provide  the  cardiovascular  tech- 
nology student  with  a  foundation  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  arrhythmias,  understand 
basic  radiographic  theory,  safety,  protection  and  cardiac 
catheterization  laboratory  equipment. 

CVT  2420C  INVASIVE  CARDIOLOGY  I-AS 

3  class  hours,  2  laboratory  hours  4  Credits 

Prerequisite:  CVT  1200 
Corequisites:  CVT  2840L,  CVT  2620C 

This  course  introduces  the  student  to  the  specific  proce- 
dures performed  in  the  cardiac  catheterization  laboratory 
and  the  use  of  the  resulting  data  for  patient  diagnosis.  Ad- 
ditional topics  include;  aseptic  techniques,  sterilization, 
patient  assessment,  radiography,  pharmacology,  cardiac 
wave  forms,  coronary  artery  anatomy,  equipment  and  tools 
utilized  in  cardiac  catheterization,  hemodynamic  data  and 
analysis,  right  and  left  heart  caths,  complications  and  treat- 
ments that  may  occur  during  cardiac  catheterization  pro- 
cedures. Students  will  practice  cardiac  catheterization  pro- 
cedures in  the  Cardiac  Cath  Lab  on  campus. 

CVT  242 IC  INVASIVE  CARDIOLOGY  HAS 

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  pro- 
cesses with  diagnostic  and  interventional  cardiac  catheter- 
ization procedures.  Students  will  be  presented  with  classi- 
fications 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,  cardi- 
omyopathies, pericardial  disorders,  arrhythmias,  congeni- 
tal anomalies  and  repair  procedures  is  also  presented.  Ad- 
ditionally, students  learn  the  various  calculations  performed 
in  the  cath  lab  including  cardiac  outputs,  vascular  resis- 
tance, valve  areas  and  shunts. 

CVT  2620C  NON-INVASIVE  CARDIOLOGY  TECH- 
NOLOGY 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  car- 
diology and  those  tests  performed  in  this  area.  In  addition, 
normal  and  abnormal  heart  rhythms,  EGG  acquisition  and 
analysis,  patient  safety,  stress  testing,  Holter  monitoring 
and  an  introduction  in  echocardiography  is  presented. 

CVT  2621C  NON-INVASIVE  CARDIOLOGY 
TECHNOLOGY  II-AS  (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  II-AS 

18  clinical  hours  6  Credits 

Prerequisite:  CVT  1200 
Corequisites:  CVT  2420C,  CVT  2620C 

Clinical  experience  in  procedures  performed  in  the  car- 
diovascular laboratories,  including  use  of  equipment,  per- 
forming tests  and  patient  care  as  it  relates  to  the  cardio- 
vascular areas  with  emphasis  on  cardiac  catheterization, 
EGG,  stress  testing,  Holter  monitoring  and  an  introduc- 
tion 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,  hemo- 
dynamic monitoring,  intra  aortic  balloon  pumping,  and 
cardiac  output  measurements.  Clinical  practice  in  the  car- 
diac catheterization  lab  includes  circulating,  scrubbing,  re- 
cording and  manipulating  the  imaging  equipment  during 
both  diagnostic  and  interventional  catheterization  proce- 
dures. 

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  clini- 
cal experience  and  polish  their  skills  in  the  cardiac  cath- 
eterization 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  tech- 
nologist 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  (ACLS). 

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  con- 
cepts. Students  gain  a  basic  understanding  of  local  area 
networks,  and  networking  hardware  and  software.  Network 
planning,  security  and  user  training  is  covered. 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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CDA  2500  MICROSOFT  WINDOWS  SERVER-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 
Prerequisite:  CDA  1005,  COP  1000 

This  course  is  a  continuation  of  CDA  1005.  This  course 
emphasizes  design,  manageability,  security,  capacity,  in- 
stallation and  interoperability  of  networks,  and  training 
users  of  networks.  The  student  will  learn  analysis  and  de- 
sign techniques,  as  well  as  hands-on  experience  in  install- 
ing and  troubleshooting  different  networks. 

CDA  2524  LINUX  INTERNET  SERVERS-AS 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 
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  soft- 
ware and  applications  software,  and  tools  for  network  and 
system  administration.  Internet  technologies  including 
Domain  Name  Service,  CGI  bins  for  WWW  servers  and 
virtual  web  hosting  are  explored.  Students  install  and  con- 
figure 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  proto- 
cols. The  students  install  and  configure  multi-protocol  rout- 
ers 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  ex- 
plained. 

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  com- 
puter science,  engineering,  or  MIS  majors.  It  is  an  up-to- 
date  survey  of  information  processing  technology,  com- 
puter hardware  and  software  systems,  and  computer  ap- 
plications. 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  busi- 
ness world.  The  course  is  progressive  through  disk  operat- 
ing systems,  word  processing  applications,  electronic 
spreadsheets,  database  management  system,  and  presen- 
tation software.  In  addition,  students  receive  a  basic  foun- 
dation in  business  software  applications.  (This  course  may 
be  taken  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  applica- 
tions with  an  in-depth  look  at  several  of  the  more  popular 
programs  currently  being  utilized  on  microcomputers. 
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  microcom- 
puters. Course  content  includes  how  to  create,  edit,  for- 
mat, 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  microcom- 
puters. 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  sys- 
tems 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  op- 
portunity to  assemble  different  hardware  components,  hard 
drives,  modems,  and  memory  chips;  install  software,  in- 
cluding applications  software  and  system  software,  and 
troubleshoot  hardware  and  software  conflicts. 

CGS  2511  ADVANCED  SPREADSHEET 
COMPUTING-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  CGS  1100  or  equivalent  proficiency. 

This  course  provides  the  student  with  a  detailed  knowl- 
edge in  the  use  of  the  most  popular  spreadsheet  package 
for  microcomputers.  Students  learn  advanced  programming 
techniques  using  macros,  integration  of  interrelated  spread- 
sheets, and  advanced  graphics  techniques.  Emphasis  is 
placed  on  the  student's  completion  of  class  projects  in  ar- 
eas 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  microcom- 
puters. Students  acquire  skills  commensurate  with  profes- 
sional 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 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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  in- 
formation 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  program- 
ming techniques  using  C++  programming  language.  Stu- 
dents learn  object-oriented  C++  syntax  including  arrays, 
variables,  functions,  expressions,  and  algorithms.  The  fo- 
cus of  this  class  is  on  object-oriented  analysis  and  design. 
Course  content  is  achieved  through  a  combination  of  lec- 
ture and  hands-on  computer  projects. 

COP  1822  INTERNET  PROGRAMMING  -  HTML-AA 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 
Prerequisite:  COP  1000  or  COP  1244 

This  course  introduces  students  to  the  Hypertext  Markup 
Language  (HTML)  and  client  side  scripting.  Students  cre- 
ate 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  Ba- 
sic. 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.  Theory  will  be  translated  into  prob- 
lem solving  and  building  applications. 

COP  2222  ADVANCED  PROGRAMMING  WITH 

C++-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  COP  1224 

This  course  explores  the  advanced  functions  of  program- 
ming 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  class  covers  the  concepts  of  relational  databases  and 
the  industry  standard  SQL  language.  Students  will  create 
and  maintain  database  objects  and  be  able  to  store,  retrieve, 
and  manipulate  data.  Students  write  SQL  scripts  that  can 
be  shared  by  multiple  forms,  reports  and  data  management 
applications.  Classroom  lecture  and  hands-on  lab  assign- 
ments reinforce  the  fiindamental  concepts.   Students  will 


use  an  additional  programming  language  to  apply  the  SQL 
concepts  in  a  computer  application. 

COP  2800  JAVA  PROGRAMMING-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  COP  1000,  or  equivalent  proficiency. 

This  course  introduces  students  to  the  Java  programming 
language.  Students  create  Java  applications  using  object- 
oriented  techniques  as  well  as  Java  applets  for  Internet  pro- 
gramming. 

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  or  COP  1224 

This  course  introduces  students  to  concepts  and  tools  used 
in  server-side  scripting  for  Internet  based  applications.  Stu- 
dents 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  -  SCRIPTING 
II-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisites:  COP  1000  or  COP  1224 

This  course  provides  the  students  with  study  of  server- 
side  scripting  and  portal  design.  Students  are  introduced 
to  the  Perl/CGI  scripting  languages.  Active  Server  Pages, 
XML  and  PHP.  Portal  design,  implementation  and  man- 
agement, database  integration  and  security  are  covered. 

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,  includ- 
ing 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  ma- 
nipulative skills  necessary  in  tabulation  and  vertical  and 
horizontal  centering  is  presented.  Basic  production  prob- 
lems, including  simple  communications,  reports,  and  tabu- 
lations 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  elec- 
tronic 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  alpha- 
betic and  numeric  keys  and  symbols.  Students  develop 
basic  speed  and  accuracy  skills.  This  course  is  designed  as 
an  introductory  keyboarding  course  for  the  general  stu- 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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dent  population.  (Students  pursuing  an  AS  degree  in  Ap- 
plications 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  pro- 
gram and  keyboarding  skills  is  extremely  helpful. 
This  course  emphasizes  the  importance  of  communication 
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  busi- 
ness problem,  organize  their  ideas  logically,  and  express 
ideas  correctly  and  persuasively  in  written  and  oral  form. 
Students  compose  and  keyboard  written  business  commu- 
nications utilizing  a  computer  word  processing  software 
program. 

CUSTOMER  SERVICE  TECHNOLOGY 

(See  Business/Management/Finance) 

CRIMINAL  JUSTICE 

CCJ    1010  INTRODUCTION  TO  CRIMINOLOGY-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

In  this  course  the  student  will  be  introduced  to  the  theory 
of  deviant  behavior  as  it  relates  to  criminal  activity.  Top- 
ics include  theories  of  crime  causation;  statistical  analysis 
of  criminal  behavior,  past,  present,  and  future  social  con- 
trol initiatives;  and  other  related  topics.  Upon  completion, 
students  should  be  able  to  explain  and  discuss  various  theo- 
ries of  crime  causation  and  societal  responses. 

CCJ    1020  INTRODUCTION  TO  CRIMINAL 
JUSTICE-AA 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

In  this  course  the  components  and  processes  of  the  crimi- 
nal justice  system  will  be  presented.  Topics  include  his- 
tory, 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  de- 
scribe 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  jus- 
tice. 

CCJ    2500  JUVENILE  DELINQUENCY-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

In  this  course  the  student  will  become  acquainted  with  the 
history,  problems,  and  issues  pertaining  to  the  juvenile  of- 
fender. Students  will  analyze  methods  of  prevention  and 
correctional  treatment,  the  degree  of  success  of  diversion 
programs,  the  role  of  police,  courts,  and  corrections  in  han- 
dling the  offender,  and  their  impact  on  prevention  and  re- 
habilitation. 


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  implica- 
tions of  the  subject  at  hand.  Topics  to  be  offered  will  pro- 
vide 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  IAS 

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  Intro- 
duction to  Corrections.  Students  are  required  to  complete 
an  introductory  overview  of  the  criminal  justice  system 
that  includes  the  history  of  law  and  law  enforcement,  func- 
tions of  the  prosecutor  and  courts,  history  and  philosophy 
of  corrections,  and  theories  of  parole  and  probation. 

CJD    1707  CRIMINAL  JUSTICE  LEGAL  HAS 

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  supple- 
ment certification  training  as  it  relates  to  CJL  2100  Crimi- 
nal Law.  Students  study  substantive  criminal  law  and  Su- 
preme 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  un- 
usual 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  train- 
ing as  it  relates  to  CJL  2130  Criminal  Procedure  and  Evi- 
dence. Students  will  study  procedural  law  and  Supreme 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


Court  interpretations  as  they  affect  patrol  operations,  in- 
vestigative functions,  correctional  rules  and  other  legal 
issues. 

CJD    1729  LAW  ENFORCEMENT 
INVESTIGATIONS-AS 

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  supple- 
ment that  training  as  it  relates  to  CJT  2100  Criminal  In- 
vestigative Techniques.  Students  study  the  history  and  evo- 
lution of  scientific  criminal  investigation  and  various  crimi- 
nal events.  The  student  will  gain  an  understanding  of  the 
proper  techniques  for  investigating  crime. 

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.  Stu- 
dents 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  modem  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  funda- 
mental 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  as- 
sociated with  instruction,  ethics,  and  the  control  and  docu- 
mentation of  classroom  activities.  This  includes  the  de- 
sign of  programs  of  instmction,  written  objectives,  test 
questions,  and  preparation  of  appropriate  lesson  plans.  In- 
structional methods  and  techniques  designed  to  increase 
leaming  in  adult  students  are  utilized  in  this  course.  Ap- 
propriate professional  attire  suited  to  the  classroom  is  re- 
quired. 

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,  person- 
nel and  training,  inspection  and  control,  and  policy  forma- 
tion. 

CJE    2649  FORENSIC  DEATH  INVESTIGATION-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisites:  CJT  1110,  CJT  2141 

This  course  examines  the  legal/medical  investigation  of 
death.  Topics  include  pathology  of  trauma,  forensic  issues 
relating  to  the  investigation  of  death,  and  evidentiary  fac- 
tors distinguishing  homicide  from  accidental,  natural,  or 
traumatic  death.  Class  discussion  will  examine  the  cause, 
type,  and  manner  of  death. 

CJL    2100  CRIMINAL  LAW-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  explores  the  nature,  sources  and  types  of  crimi- 
nal law,  including  the  classification  and  analysis  of  crimes 


and  criminal  acts  in  general,  as  well  as  examination  of  se- 
lected 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  ar- 
rest, force,  and  search  and  seizure.  Study  and  evaluation 
of  evidence  and  proof,  kinds,  degrees,  admissibility,  com- 
petence, and  weight  is  also  presented.  Rules  of  evidence 
and  procedure  at  the  operational  level  in  law  enforcement 
are  covered. 

CJT    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  labo- 
ratory are  explored,  major  attention  will  be  focused  on  the 
more  limited  portable  devices  available  to  the  small  en- 
forcement unit.  Pertinent  criminal  law  and  Supreme  Court 
interpretations  are  covered  as  background  materials  for  the 
consideration  of  types  of  physical  evidence. 

CJT    2100  CRIMINAL  INVESTIGATION 
TECHNIQUES-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  presents  criminal  investigation  procedures  in- 
cluding theory  of  investigation,  case  preparation,  specific 
techniques  for  selected  offenses,  questioning  of  witnesses 
and  suspects,  and  problems  in  criminal  investigation. 

CJT    2111C  ADVANCED  CRIME  SCENE 
TECHNOLOGY-AS 

4  combination  class  and  laboratory  hours  4  Credits 
Prerequisite:  CJT  1100,  CJT  2141,  CJT  2220C, 

CJT  2241 

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  pro- 
cess of  preservation  are  also  covered.  Data  analysis,  report- 
ing, 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, 
CJT  2241 

This  course  covers  dress,  grooming,  speaking,  listening 
and  stress  control  during  courtroom  proceedings.  Visual 
aid  preparation  and  presentations  of  all  evidence  (com- 
monly referred  to  as  "scientific  evidence")  collected  at  the 
crime  scene  are  also  included.  Mock  trial  exercises  are 
used. 

CJT    2141  INTRODUCTION  TO  FORENSIC  SCIENCE- 

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  develop- 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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ment;  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-AS 

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,  profi- 
ciency 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  detec- 
tion, enhancement  and  recovery  of  latent  fingerprints  from 
physical  evidence.  Chemical  and  mechanical  methods  and 
surfaces  are  analyzed  and  evaluated  for  proper  application 
in  both  theory  and  practice. 

DENTAL  ASSISTING  AND 
DENTAL  HYGIENE 

DEA  0020  DENTAL  ASSISTING  I-PSAV 

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  pro- 
cedures of  operative  dentistry,  local  anesthesia,  instrument 
identification  and  use,  oral  evacuation  and  tissue  retrac- 
tion techniques,  charting,  and  patient  management. 

DEA  0020L  DENTAL  ASSISTING  I  LABORATORY-PSAV 

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  den- 
tal procedures. 

DEA  0029  DENTAL  ASSISTING  II  -  DENTAL-PSAV 
SPECIALTIES 

3  lecture  hours  1.5  Credit 
Prerequisites:  Sequential  courses  from  Fall  term. 
Corequisites:  DES  1840 

This  course  utilizes  the  basic  knowledge  and  skills  required 
in  DEA  0020  to  increase  skill  competency  levels  in  opera- 
tive dentistry  with  major  emphasis  given  to  principles  and 
procedures  of  the  dental  specialties,  including  orthodon- 
tics, periodontics,  endodontics,  prostodontics,  pedodontics, 
and  oral  surgery.  Patient  care,  management  and  diagnosis 
and  treatment  planning  for  each  specialty  area  is  presented. 


DEA  0029LDENTALASSISTING  II  DENTAL 
SPECIALTIES  LABORATORY-PSAV 

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  den- 
tal procedures. 

DEA  0850L  EXTERNSHIP  I-PSAV 

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  rou- 
tinely performed  by  dental  assistants  under  the  supervi- 
sion of  the  dentist.  Students  acquire  basic  skills  in  patient 
communication,  patient  management,  expanded  fiinctions, 
basic  dental  assisting  tasks,  and  professional  development. 
They  will  generally  gain  clinical  practice  experience.  Stu- 
dents routinely  meet  as  a  group  to  discuss  progress  and 
evaluate  their  experiences. 

DEH  1003  DENTAL  HYGIENE  IAS 

2  lecture  hours  2  Credits 

Corequisites:  DEH  1003L 

Topics  covered  in  this  course  include  extra  oral  and  intra 
oral  examinations,  instrumentation,  fundamentals  of  scal- 
ing 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  prac- 
tical 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  IL 

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  develop- 
ment. 

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  in- 
terpretation 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  den- 
tal hygiene  to  include  treatment  planning,  cleaning  and  care 
of  implants,  desensitizing  procedures,  and  further  study  in 
patient  management. 


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(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

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DEH  1802L  DENTAL  HYGIENE  II  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. 

DEH  2300  DENTAL  PHARMACOLOGY-AS 

2  lecture  hours  2  Credits 

This  course  provides  information  needed  to  understand  the 
clinical  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  manifesta- 
tions 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  analy- 
sis, 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  1  Credit 
Corequisite:  DEH  2702 

Application  of  principles  taught  in  DEH  2702. 

DEH  2804  DENTAL  HYGIENE  III-AS 

2  lecture  hours  2  Credits 

Prerequisite:  DEH  1802 
Corequisite:  DEH  2804L 

This  course  expands  on  dental  hygiene  prophylactic  pro- 
cedures presented  in  the  first  two  semesters.  It  emphasizes 
advanced  techniques  such  as  root  planning,  ultrasonic  and 
air  abrasive  techniques,  subgingival  irrigation,  and  anti- 
microbials. Dental  Hygiene  treatment  of  advanced  peri- 
odontal patients  will  be  introduced.  Methods  for  case  docu- 
mentation and  nutritional  counseling  will  be  presented. 

DEH  2804L  DENTAL  HYGIENE  III  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  tech- 
niques 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  presen- 
tations 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  regu- 
late dental  and  dental  auxiliary  practice,  with  special  at- 
tention 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  clinical  dental  hygiene. 

DES    0021C  DENTAL  ANATOMY  &  PH  YSIOLOGY-PSAV 
4  Lecture  Hours,  2  Lab  Hours  3  Credit  Hours 

Prerequisite:  None 
DA  Corequisite:  DEA  0020,  DEA  0020L 

This  course  is  a  basic  dental  anatomy  and  physiology 
course  designed  to  introduce  dental  assisting  students  to 
the  study  of  the  interrelationship  of  the  primary  and  per- 
manent dentition,  tooth  morphology  and  supporting  struc- 
tures. Other  areas  of  study  include  dental  terminology, 
occlusal  relationships,  tooth  anatomy  and  identification, 
oral  histology  and  embryology  and  the  basic  concepts  of 
human  anatomy  and  physiology. 

DES    0103C  DENTAL  MATERIALS  FOR 
DENTAL  ASSISTANTS-PSAV 

2  Lecture  Hours,  4  Lab  Hours  3  Credit  Hours 
Prerequisite:  Admission  into  the  Dental  Assisting 
Program 

Corequisite:  DES  0021C 

This  course  is  designed  to  introduce  dental  assisting  stu- 
dents to  the  basic  principles  of  dental  restorative  materi- 
als. The  student  will  become  proficient  in  the  recognition, 
manipulation,  and  management  of  dental  materials  utilized 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(■f)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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in  all  aspects  of  the  practice  of  dentistry  and  become  fa- 
miliarized with  the  necessary  safety  precautions  that  must 
be  taken  to  protect  the  patient,  doctor,  and  assistant  when 
using  these  materials. 

DES    0210  DENTAL  ASSISTING  RADIOLOGY-PSAV 

2  Lecture  Hours  1  Credit  Hour 

Prerequisite:  DES  0021C 
Corequisite:  None 

This  course  is  an  introduction  to  the  basic  principles  of 
radiation  physics,  theory  and  techniques,  operation  of  the 
x-ray  equipment  and  concepts  of  radiation  safety  in  the 
dental  office. 

DES   02 1 OL  DENTAL  ASSISTING  RADIOLOGY  LAB- 
PSAV 

4  Laboratory  Hours  2  Credit  Hours 

Prerequisite:  DES  0021C 
Corequisite:  None 

DES    0502  DENTAL  OFFICE  MANAGEMENT-PSAV 

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  proce- 
dures are  practiced  in  rotation  through  general  and  spe- 
cialty offices  during  the  same  semester.  These  include  all 
administrative,  computer  training,  insurance,  billing,  col- 
lections, inventory,  recall,  and  OSHA. 

DES    1020C  DENTAL  AN  ATOM  Y-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,  mus- 
cular, circulatory,  nervous  lymphatic  and  glandular  sys- 
tems of  the  head  and  neck.  Tooth  morphology  is  studied  in 
depth. 

DES    llOOC  DENTAL  MATERIALS-AS 

2  lecture  hours,  3  lab  hours  3  Credits 

Corequisites:  DES  1020 

This  course  is  designed  to  acquaint  the  students  with  vari- 
ous materials  used  in  the  dental  profession,  including  ra- 
tionale for  use,  contraindications,  chemistry  and 
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  radio- 
graphic health  for  the  patient  and  operator  is  stressed  with 
sterilization  and  disinfection.  Students  practice  on  manne- 
quins 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  tech- 
niques. 


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  stu- 
dent 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  construc- 
tion. 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  interpre- 
tation of  architectural  working  drawings.  Topics  include 
history  of  recorded  drawings,  architectural  and  structural 
details,  materials,  structural,  mechanical  and  electrical  sys- 
tems and  related  building  code  requirements.  Emphasis  is 
on  residential  plans. 

BCN  2710  CONSTRUCTION  PROCEDURES-AS 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 

This  course  presents  practices  and  problems  related  to  con- 
struction, such  as  building  codes  and  regulations,  construc- 
tion materials,  construction  methods,  elementary  structural 
design,  surveys  and  real  estate. 

BCT   1770  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  work- 
ing 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  con- 
cepts 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  criti- 
cal 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  con- 
struction of  buildings.  Other  documents  are  discussed  in- 
cluding: National  Electric  Code,  Life  Safety  Code,  state 
building  codes,  testing  agencies,  accessibility  and  govern- 
mental agencies  which  impact  on  the  construction  indus- 
try. 

BCT  2730  CONSTRUCTION  MANAGEMENT-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  will  introduce  basic  legal  skills  and  knowl- 
edge needed  to  run  a  light  construction  office.  Emphasis  is 
on  business  organization,  the  Florida  Mechanic's  Lien  Law, 
Worker's  Compensation,  Liability  Insurance,  Florida  Con- 


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(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


struction  Licensing  Laws  and  State  and  Federal  tax  report- 
ing requirements.  Direct  and  indirect  costs  of  a  small  busi- 
ness are  identified  and  explored.  The  student  will  also  study 
questions  similar  to  those  found  on  the  Florida  State  Cer- 
tification Exam. 

BCT  2708  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  coor- 
dinating and  managing  large-scale  construction  projects. 
Major  topics  include  construction  participants,  contracts, 
pre-construction  planning,  bidding,  negotiating,  inspec- 
tions, codes,  safety,  project  closeout  and  conflict  resolu- 
tion. Emphasis  will  be  on  the  use  of  computer  technology 
as  a  tool  in  the  management  process. 

GIS     1040  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  GIS  and  the 
commands  necessary  to  integrate  databases  with  mapping 
applications.  ArcView-GIS  software  will  be  used. 

GIS     1045  GEOGRAPHIC  INFORMATION  SYSTEMS 
(GIS)  CUSTOMIZATION-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  ETD  1320  or  CGS  1100 

ArcView-GIS  Software  is  used  to  study  commands  and 
procedures  used  in  mapping,  and  developing  charts  and 
tables.  Avenue,  Arc  View's  object-oriented  programming 
language  is  used  to  customize  the  Arc  View  graphical  user 
interface.  The  basics  of  developing  customized  extensions 
are  also  covered.  It  is  not  necessary  to  have  taken  CGS 
1363  first. 

EGS    1001  INTRODUCTION  TO  ENGINEERING-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  presents  an  overview  of  engineering  ethics, 
certification/registration  and  opportunities  in  the  various 
fields  of  engineering.  Students  are  required  to  solve  prob- 
lems in  selected  fields  of  engineering.  The  job  market, 
developing  a  resume  and  portfolio  is  studied. 

ETD   1100  ENGINEERING  GRAPHICS  I  (Manual)-AA 

3  class  hours,  3  laboratory  hours  4  Credits 

This  course  emphasizes  instrument  use  plus  freehand  let- 
tering and  sketching.  Geometric  construction  application, 
orthographic  projection,  sectional  views,  fits  and  toler- 
ances, symbols  and  conventions  for  working  drawings,  and 
standard  representation  for  threads  and  fasteners  are  cov- 
ered. 

ETD   1103C  ENGINEERING  GRAPHICS  I 
(AutoCAD  Track)-AA 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 
Prerequisite:  ETD  1320 

This  course  covers  the  fundamentals  of  Engineering  Graph- 
ics I.  AutoCAD  is  used  in  the  solution  to  the  various  graphi- 
cal problems  instead  of  traditional  drafting  tools.  Spatial 
perception,  text,  orthographic  projections,  dimensioning, 
geometric  construction,  auxiliary  and  sectional  views  and 
assembly  drawing  are  topics  that  are  covered. 


ETD   1220  ENGINEERING  GRAPHICS  II  (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.  De- 
scriptive 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;  con- 
cepts 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  micro- 
computer, 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  in- 
cluded. 

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  draw- 
ings with  AutoCAD.  Through  the  use  of  tutorials,  the  stu- 
dent plans  and  constructs  a  set  of  residential  architectural 
plans. 

ETD   1541  TOPOGRAPHICAL  DRAWING-AS 

4  class  hours  (Manual)  4  Credits 

This  course  describes  methods  and  practices  used  in  topo- 
graphical 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  con- 
figurations required  for  the  automated  drafting  environ- 
ment. The  operating  system  hierarchy  and  how  drawings 
are  stored,  edited,  copied,  deleted  and  renamed;  file  speci- 
fications 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  prop- 
erly 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  lev- 
eling and  measurement  of  angles. 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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SUR   2140C  ADVANCED  SURVEYING-AS 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 

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. 

EARLY  CHILDHOOD  EDUCATION 

CHD  1120  INFANT/TODDLER  DEVELOPMENT- AA 

3  Class  hours  3  Credits 

Students  in  this  course  will  explore  the  physical,  cogni- 
tive, language,  motor,  and  social-emotional  development 
of  children  from  birth  through  age  two  and  the  importance 
of  nurturing  adult-child  relationships. 

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  facil- 
ity. Carrying  out  supplementary  responsibilities  related  to 
children's  programs  is  also  covered.  This  course  is  designed 
primarily  for  those  seeking  a  Child  Development  Associ- 
ate (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  prima- 
rily for  those  persons  seeking  a  Child  Development  Asso- 
ciate (CDA)  credential  or  other  child  care  training. 

CHD  1220  INTRODUCTION  TO  CHILD 
DEVELOPMENT-AA 
3  Class  hours  3  Credits 

Students  in  this  course  will  examine  theoretical  perspec- 
tives of  human  growth  and  development  from  prenatal 
through  age  eight.  Specific  attention  will  be  given  to  the 
influence  of  the  family  and  the  environment  on  the  devel- 
oping child. 

CHD  1332  CREATIVE  EXPERIENCES  FOR  THE 
YOUNG  CHILD-AS 

3  Class  hours  3  Credits 

Students  in  this  course  will  participate  in  an  in-depth 
study  of  the  creative  activities  that  support  the  growth  of 
both  typically  developing  and  atypically  developing 
young  children  in  language  arts,  math,  science,  social 
studies,  art,  music  and  movement. 

CHD  2324  EARLY  CHILDHOOD  LANGUAGE  ARTS  & 
READING  -  AA 
3  Class  hours  3  Credits 

Students  in  this  course  will  study  language  and  literacy 
development  and  the  connections  between  listening,  speak- 
ing, writing  and  reading.  The  role  of  the  adult  in  creating 
developmentally  appropriate  activities  and  environments 
for  fostering  emergent  literacy  will  be  explored. 

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  learning  environment  to  advance  physical  and 


intellectual  competence  in  young  children.  It  is  designed 
primarily  for  those  seeking  a  Child  Development  Associ- 
ate (CDA)  credential  or  other  child  care  training. 

EEC   1003  INTRODUCTION  TO  SCHOOL  AGE  CHILD 
CARE-AS 

3  Class  hours  3  Credits 

Students  in  this  course  will  be  provided  with  an  orienta- 
tion to  school  age  child  care,  including  the  philosophy, 
purpose  and  social/cultural  context  of  after-school  and 
other  programs  for  school-age  youth.  Students  will  exam- 
ine staff  roles,  program  planning  and  assessment,  and  in- 
teraction with  children,  families  and  community  in  a  vari- 
ety of  program  models. 

EEC   1202  PRINCIPLES  OF  EARLY  CHILDHOOD 
CURRICULUM-AA 

3  Class  hours  3  Credits 

Students  in  this  course  will  be  provided  with  an  overview 
of  several  early  childhood  curricula,  examine  the  relation- 
ship of  curricula  with  theories  of  child  development,  and 
develop  a  plan  to  implement  a  developmentally  appropri- 
ate curriculum  in  an  early  childhood  setting. 

EEC   1603  POSITIVE  GUIDANCE  AND  BEHAVIOR 
MANAGEMENT-AS 

3  Class  hours  3  Credits 

Students  in  this  course  will  explore  positive  guidance  tech- 
niques and  behavior  management  strategies  in  early  child- 
hood education.  Child-centered  approaches,  self-manage- 
ment techniques  and  conflict  resolution  strategies  designed 
to  establish  an  environment  of  respect,  cooperation  and 
social  competence  in  the  early  childhood  environment  will 
be  presented. 

EEC  1946  EARLY  CHILDHOOD  PRACTICUM  IAS 

3  Class  hours  3  Credits 

Students  in  this  course  will  have  an  opportunity  to  inte- 
grate classroom  and  field  experiences  in  an  early  child- 
hood setting.  Students  will  be  responsible  for  planning  and 
carrying  out  specific  activities  with  young  children  indi- 
vidually and  in  groups  under  the  supervision  of  qualified 
personnel  and  the  course  instructor. 

EEC  1947  EARLY  CHILDHOOD  PRACTICUM  HAS 

3  Class  hours  3  Credits 

Students  will  be  responsible  for  planning  a  daily  schedule 
and  carrying  out  specific  activities  with  young  children 
individually  and  in  groups  while  in  a  supervised  early  child- 
hood setting.  Prerequisite:  EEC  1946 

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.  Top- 
ics include  leadership,  organization  skills,  budgeting,  fi- 
nancial management,  marketing,  hiring,  supervision  and 
professional  development  of  a  child  care  center.  Regula- 
tions and  resource  of  national,  state  and  local  organiza- 
tions will  be  addressed. 

EEX  1013  SPECIAL  NEEDS  IN  EARLY  CHILDHOOD 
EDUCATION-AS 

3  Class  hours  3  Credits 

Students  in  this  course  will  explore  the  variety  of  condi- 
tions found  in  young  children  with  special  needs,  methods 
of  adapting  an  early  childhood  environment  to  include  all 
children,  the  importance  of  working  with  families  to  help 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


children  succeed,  and  ways  to  identify  and  access  appro- 
priate community  resources. 

HSC  1422  HEALTH,  SAFETY  AND  NUTRITION  FOR 
THE  YOUNG  CHILD-AS 
3  Class  hours  3  Credits 

In  this  course  students  will  learn  the  most  current  recom- 
mendations of  health  professionals  for  keeping  young  chil- 
dren healthy,  safe  and  well  nourished.  Methods  in  which 
adults  can  help  children  develop  healthy  attitudes  and  prac- 
tices will  be  explored. 

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  determina- 
tion; analysis  of  the  money  and  banking  system;  survey  of 
growth  theory  and  policies.  Emphasis  is  placed  on  macro- 
economics. 

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  formal- 
ized 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  indi- 
viduals, businesses  and  societies  deal  with  the  fundamen- 
tal problem  of  scarce  resources. 


EDUCATION 


EDF   2005  INTRODUCTION  TO  EDUCATION-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  is  the  first  in  a  series  of  required  courses  for  the  edu- 
cation student.  It  explores  the  American  school  system,  its 
historical  and  traditional  influences;  significance  of  edu- 
cation; educational  opportunities;  educational  requirements 
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  eth- 
nic, 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  tech- 
nology in  an  educational  setting.  Media  includes  comput- 
ers, information  technology,  presentation  technology,  and 
educational  software.  Ethical,  legal,  and  social  issues  re- 
garding educational  technology  are  examined. 


EMERGENCY  MEDICAL  SERVICES 

EMS  1810  EMS  EQUIVALENCY  ASSESSMENT-AS 

1  Credit 

This  course  is  designed  to  assist  Florida  certified  EMT- 
Basic  and/or  Paramedics  who  desire  to  earn  an  AS  in  Emer- 
gency Medical  Services  Technology.  Enrollment  for  this 
course  is  restricted  to  students  who  have  taken  a  minimum 
of  15  credit  hours  at  Edison  College,  EMT-Basic  or  Para- 
medic programs  at  agencies  other  than  a  community  col- 
lege 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 

Prerequisite:  Acceptance  to  the  EMT-Basic 
Certificate  Program 
Corequisites:  EMS  2119L,  EMS  2421,  EMS  2411 

Introductory  survey  of  emergency  medical  services  includ- 
ing medical-legal-ethical  aspects;  techniques  of  CPR,  ex- 
trication, management  of  trauma  and  administration  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  exami- 
nation. 

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  2119  to  include  medical,  le- 
gal 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  pro- 
vides 72  seventy-two  hours  of  basic  life  support  training 
with  an  Advanced  Life  Support  agency  and  4  hours  of  ob- 
servation in  a  91 1  Dispatch/Communication  center. 

EMS  2671  PARAMEDIC  I-AS 

6  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Acceptance  in  the  Paramedic  Program 
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 
venous  access  are  included. 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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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,  medi- 
cation administration,  and  IV  therapy  are  also  covered. 

EMS  2672  PARAMEDIC  HAS 

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  docu- 
mentation. Discussion  of  the  respiratory  system  and  as- 
sessment/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  pa- 
tient 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.  As- 
sessment and  management  of  the  patient  with  suspected 
cardiovascular  emergencies. 

EMS  2674  PARAMEDIC  IV-AS 

8  class  hours  4  Credits 

Prerequisite:  EMS  2673 
Corequisite:  EMS  2649,  EMS  2655 

This  course  presents  a  discussion  of  the  anatomy  and  physi- 
ology of  the  nervous,  integumentary  and  musculo-skeletal 
systems.  Pathophysiology  and  management  of  patients 
presenting  with  diseases  and  trauma  to  these  systems,  as 
well  as  identification  and  management  of  trauma  and  medi- 
cal 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  sys- 
tem, patient  assessment  and  management  of  obstetrical  and 
gynecological  emergencies.  Handling  of  patients  with  spe- 
cial challenges,  acute  interventions  for  chronic  care  pa- 
tients and  management  of  abuse  and  assault  is  also  cov- 
ered. Upon  successful  completion,  students  receive  a  cer- 
tificate 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  in- 
struction received  in  EMS  2675  to  include  patient  assess- 
ment and  management  of  obstetrical  and  gynecological 


emergencies.  Assessment  based  management  for  the  medi- 
cal and  trauma  patient  of  all  age  groups.  Medical  Incident 
Command,  rescue  operations,  hazardous  material  aware- 
ness, and  crime  scene  management  are  also  covered. 

EMS  2647  ADVANCED  AIRWAY  MANAGEMENT-AS 

0  class  hours  (80  contact  hours)  2  Credits 

Prerequisites:  EMS  2671,  EMS  2671L 
Corequisites:  Concurrent  Enrollment  in  the  Para- 
medic Certificate  Program. 

In  this  course  paramedic  students  rotate  through  the  oper- 
ating room  in  a  local  hospital.  The  student  is  supervised 
by  an  anesthesiologist  and/or  CRNA  while  observing/per- 
forming intubations.  A  minimum  of  30  successful 
intubations  and/or  demonstration  of  skill  mastery  is  re- 
quired. 

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  re- 
sponsible 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  para- 
medic student  an  opportunity  to  perform  advanced  patient 
assessments,  venous  access  and  medication  administration. 
Seventy-two  hours  of  learning  experience  in  a  work  envi- 
ronment are  required.  Enrollment  is  restricted  to  those  stu- 
dents with  concurrent  enrollment  in  the  paramedic  pro- 
gram. 

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 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  docs  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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  II, 
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  pe- 
riod. 

CRW  2001  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.  This  course  is  termed  a  writing  intensive  course 
and  requires  a  minimum  of  4,000  words  of  instructor- 
evaluated  writing  per  student,  including  a  minimum  of  three 
graded  assignments  over  the  duration  of  the  course.  If 
completed  with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better,  this  course  serves 
to  complete  part  of  the  writing  intensive  course 
requirements. 

CRW  2102  CREATIVE  WRITING  II-AA  (**) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisites:  CRW  2100,  ENC  1101 

This  course  is  for  students  who  have  successfully 
completed  CRW  2001  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.  This  course  is 
termed  a  writing  intensive  course  and  requires  a  minimum 
of  4,000  words  of  instructor-evaluated  writing  per  student, 
including  a  minimum  of  three  graded  assignments  over 
the  duration  of  the  course.  If  completed  with  a  grade  of 
"C"  or  better,  this  course  serves  to  complete  part  of  the 
writing  intensive  course  requirements. 

EAP   0200  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
SPEECH/LISTENING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

This  course  is  aimed  at  non-native  students  of  English  who 
wish  to  acquire  pronunciation,  listening  and  speaking 
abilities  in  American  English.  Level:  High  Beginning. 
Successful  completion  of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of 
"C"  or  better. 


EAP   0220  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
READING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing  or  permission  from  the 
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:  High 
Beginning.  Successful  completion  of  this  course  requires 
a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP   0240  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
WRITING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing  or  permission  from  the 
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  high  beginning  level.  Successful  completion  of  this 
course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP   0260  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
GRAMMAR  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing  or  permission  from  the 
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 
competence  at  the  high  beginning  level.  Successful 
completion  of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of 
"C"  or  better. 

EAP   0300  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
LISTENING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0200 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
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:  Low  Intermediate.  Successfiil  completion 
of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP   0320  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
READING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0220 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
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:  Low  Intermediate.  Successful  completion 
of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP   0340  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
WRITING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0240 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

This  course  is  intended  for  non-native  students  of  English 
who  wish  to  develop  their  writing  ability  in  Standard 
American  English  for  academic  purposes.  Level:  Low 
Intermediate.  Successful  completion  of  this  course  requires 
a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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EAP   0360  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
GRAMMAR  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0260 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

The  aim  of  this  course  is  to  provide  non-native  students  of 
American  English  with  the  elements  necessary  to  master 
grammatical  competence  at  the  low  intermediate  level. 
Successful  completion  of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of 
"C"  or  better. 

EAP   0400  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
LISTENING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0300 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

This  course  is  designed  for  non-native  students  of  English 
to  develop  listening  and  speaking  abilities  for  academic 
purposes.  Level:  High  Intermediate.  Successftil  completion 
of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP   0420  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
READING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0320 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
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.  Successful  completion 
of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP   0440  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
WRITING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0340 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

This  course  is  intended  for  non-native  students  of  English 
who  wish  to  refine  their  writing  ability  in  Standard 
American  English.  The  focus  is  paragraph  writing  for 
academic  purposes.  Level:  Intermediate.  Successful 
completion  of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP   0460  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
GRAMMAR  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0360 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

The  aim  of  this  course  is  to  help  non-native  students  of 
American  English  to  reinforce  and  develop  their 
grammatical  competence  at  the  intermediate  level. 
Successful  completion  of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of 
"C"  or  better. 


EAP   1500  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
LISTENING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0400 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

This  course  is  for  students  whose  primary  language  is  not 
American  English  and  whose  placement  test  scores  show 
the  need  for  instruction  in  "High  Intermediate"  vocabulary, 
listening  comprehension  and  speaking  skills.  The  emphasis 
in  the  course  will  be  on  vocabulary  development,  and 
developing  academic  lecture/discourse  comprehension, 
note-taking  and  public  speaking.  Successful  completion 
of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP    1520  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
READING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0420 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

This  course  is  for  students  whose  primary  language  is  not 
American  English  and  whose  placement  test  scores  show 
a  need  for  instruction  in  "High  Intermediate"  vocabulary 
and  reading  comprehension  skills.  The  emphasis  in  the 
course  will  be  on  vocabulary  development,  and  developing 
literacy  using  authentic  sources  and  preparing  students  for 
college.  Successful  completion  of  this  course  requires  a 
grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP    1540  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
WRITING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0440 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

This  is  an  introductory  course  to  essay  writing.  It  is  intended 
for  non-native  students  of  English  who  wish  to  develop 
their  writing  ability  for  business  or  academic  purposes. 
Level:  High  Intermediate.  Successful  completion  of  this 
course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP    1560  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
GRAMMAR  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  0460 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
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  high 
intermediate  level.  Successful  completion  of  this  course 
requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP    1600  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
SPEECH/LISTENING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  1500 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

This  course  is  for  students  whose  primary  language  is  not 
American  English  and  whose  placement  test  scores  show 
the  need  for  instruction  in  "Advanced"  vocabulary, 
listening  comprehension  and  speaking  skills.  The  emphasis 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


in  the  course  will  be  on  vocabulary  development,  and 
developing  academic  lecture/discourse  comprehension, 
note-taking  and  public  speaking.  Successful  completion 
of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP    1620  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
READING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  1520 
with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

This  course  is  for  students  whose  primary  language  is  not 
American  English  and  whose  placement  test  scores  show 
a  need  for  instruction  in  "Advanced"  vocabulary  and 
reading  comprehension  skills.  The  emphasis  in  the  course 
will  be  on  vocabulary  development,  and  developing 
academic  literacy  using  authentic  sources  and  preparing 
students  for  college.  Successful  completion  of  this  course 
requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

EAP    1640  ENGLISH  FOR  ACADEMIC  PURPOSES, 
READING  (*) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing,  or  completion  of  EAP  1540  and 
1560  with  a  "C"  or  better,  or  permission  from  the 
Associate  District  Dean  of  Academic  Support 
Programs. 

This  course  is  intended  for  non-native  students  of  American 
English  who  wish  to  further  develop  their  essay  writing 
ability  at  the  advanced  level.  The  focus  will  be  on  the 
grammar,  punctuation,  and  usage  skills  necessary  to  master 
this  level  of  academic  writing.  Successful  completion  of 
this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

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  gram- 
mar usage,  capitalization,  sentence  structure,  and  paragraph 
development.  This  course  is  required  for  students  entering 
the  College  Preparatory  Program  who  have  a  basic  back- 
ground of  the  language  but  need  to  practice  usage,  me- 
chanics, and  organizational  skills.  Successfiil  completion 
of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

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  gram- 
matical 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  think- 
ing skills  before  entering  ENC  1101.  Successful  comple- 
tion of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better.  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  im- 
prove their  writing  skills,  with  special  emphasis  on  plan- 
ning, writing  and  editing  in-class,  time-limited  paragraphs 


and  essays  in  preparation  for  success  in  college  level 
courses.  Successful  completion  of  this  course  requires  a 
grade  of  "C"  or  better.  A  state  exit  test  must  be  passed  to 
exh  this  course. 

ENC   1101  COMPOSITION  I-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Placement  Testing  or  ENC  9020  and 
REA  9003. 

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.  This  course  is  termed  a  writing  intensive 
course  and  requires  a  minimum  of  4,000  words  of 
instructor-evaluated  writing  per  student,  including  a 
minimum  of  three  graded  assignments  over  the  duration 
of  the  course.  If  completed  with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better, 
this  course  serves  to  complete  part  of  the  writing  intensive 
course  requirements. 

ENC   1102  COMPOSITION  II-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.  This  course  is  termed  a  writing  intensive 
course  and  requires  a  minimum  of  4,000  words  of 
instructor-evaluated  writing  per  student,  including  a 
minimum  of  three  graded  assignments  over  the  duration 
of  the  course.  If  completed  with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better, 
this  course  serves  to  complete  part  of  the  writing  intensive 
course  requirements. 

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  II, 
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,  TS.  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  fic- 
tion writers  published  since  1980. 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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LIT 


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) 


3  Credits 


2120  WORLD  LITERATURE  II-AA 

3  class  hours 
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) 

ENVIRONMENTAL  SCIENCE 

(See  Science) 
FINANCE 

(See  Business/Management/Finance) 


FIRE  SCIENCE  TECHNOLOGY 

FFP    1000  INTRODUCTION  TO  FIRE  PROTECTION- 

AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  introduces  the  student  to  the  career 
opportunities  within  the  fire  service.  The  history  of  the 
fire  service,  service  delivery  systems,  and  prevention 
programs  will  be  examined. 

FFP    1304  FIRE  APPARATUS  OPERATIONS-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  study  of  driving  laws  and  driving  tech- 
niques for  fire  equipment;  construction  and  operation  of  a 
pumping  engine  ladder  truck;  aerial  platforms;  specialized 
equipment  and  vehicles;  apparatus  maintenance;  and  an 
aerial  apparatus  operator  course.  Meets  course  require- 
ments 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  occu- 
pancies; a  review  of  fire  prevention  codes;  a  study  of  pro- 
cedures and  techniques  of  fire  prevention  inspection  to 
include,  surveying  and  mapping,  recognition  and  elimina- 
tion of  fire  hazards,  public  relations,  methods  of  determin- 
ing the  area  of  fire  origin,  fire  cause,  fire  spread  and  loca- 
tion, and  preservation  of  evidence.  Meets  course  require- 
ments for  Florida  State  Fire  Company  Officer  or  Fire  In- 
spector Certification. 

FFP    1510  FIRE  CODES  &STANDARDS-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  study  of  the  codes  and  standards  for  build- 
ing 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  do- 
mestic 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  Cer- 
tification. 

FFP    1541  PRIVATE  FIRE  PROTECTION  SYSTEMS  II- 

AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  is  a  survey  of  pre-engineered  and  portable  systems, 
extinguishing  agents,  inspection  procedures  for  code 
compliance  and  enforcement,  and  alarm  systems. 

FFP    1824  BASIC  INCIDENT  MANAGEMENT-AS 

1  class  hour  1  Credit 

In  this  course  the  principles  and  features  of  an  incident 
command  system  will  be  examined.  How  an  incident 
command  system  is  organized,  incident  facilities  and  their 
purposes  (such  as  but  not  limited  to  command  post,  staging 
area,  bases,  camps,  and  heliports),  incident  resources  such 
as  strike  teams,  task  forces,  and  single  resources. 

FFP    1825  INTERMEDIATE  INCIDENT 
MANAGEMENT-AS 
1  class  hour  1  Credit 

This  course  lists  and  describes  the  duties  of  various 
positions  within  the  incident  command  system,  examines 
the  incident  management  organization  for  a  given  incident 
or  event,  including  appropriate  procedures  for  establishing 
command,  transferring  command,  and  terminating  an 
incident.  Efficient  incident  resource  management  including 
logistics,  finance,  administration,  and  record-keeping,  and 
the  incident  planning  processes  will  be  reviewed. 

FFP    1832  EMERGENCY  RESPONSE  TO  TERRORISM- 

AS 

1  class  hour  1  Credit 

This  course  will  introduce  first  responders  to  the 
consequences  of  emergency  response  to  terrorism.  The 
response  to  terrorism  track  will  include  basic  concepts  for 
first  responders,  tactical  considerations,  and  incident 
management. 


FFP    2111  FIRE  CHEMISTRY-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

The  Chemistry  program  is  designed  to  address  knowledge 
and  skills  pertaining  to  chemistry  that  will  be  useful  to  the 
Hazardous  Materials  Technician.  The  course  features  forms 
of  matter,  energy,  common  substances,  chemical  formulas/ 
structure,  bonding  of  atoms,  molecules,  isotopes,  chemical 
reactions,  and  physical  effects  of  chemical  exposure  to 
victims.  Particular  emphasis  is  placed  on  how  this 
knowledge  can  be  effectively  used  at  a  Hazardous  Materials 
incident. 

FFP    2120  BUILDING  CONSTRUCTION  FOR  THE 
FIRE  SERVICE-AS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  study  of  the  various  complexities  of  build- 
ing construction  and  the  effect  on  fire  detection,  inspec- 
tion, 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  require- 
ments for  Florida  State  Fire  Inspector  Certification  or 
Florida  State  Fire  Company  Officer. 

FFP    2301  FIRE  SERVICE  HYDRAULICS-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  study  of  how  good  fire  streams  are  devel- 
oped; a  study  of  properties  of  water,  distribution  of  pres- 


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(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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sures  in  dynamic  and  static  systems;  friction  loss  in  hoses  FFP 

and  pipes,  and  factors  which  influence  water  loss.  Meets 
course  requirements  for  Florida  State  Pump  Operator  Cer- 
tification. 

FFP    2401  HAZARDOUS  MATERIALS  I-AS 

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  stor- 
age, handling  or  transportation  stage  of  industrial  process.  FFP 
Materials  to  be  studied  include  flammable  liquids,  com- 
bustible solids,  radioactive  compounds,  and  oxidizing  and 
corrosive  materials. 

FFP    2402  HAZARDOUS  MATERIALS  II-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  FFP  2401 

This  course  is  a  study  of  the  increasing  number  of  hazard-  FFP 

ous  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  CONSTRUCTION  DOCUMENTS  AND  PLAN 
REVIEW-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  study  of  all  aspects  of  blueprint  reading  FFP 

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    2610  FIRE  CAUSE  &  ORIGIN-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  presents  an  examination  of  sources  of  ignition,  FFP 

investigation  of  structure  fires,  grass/wildland  fires, 
automobile,  motor  vehicle  and  ship  fires,  electrical  causes 
of  fires,  clothing  and  fabric  fires,  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  FFP 

Certification. 

FFP    2630  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  FFP 

to  enhance  the  investigation,  detection,  and  determination 
of  the  cause  and  origin  of  fire.  Meets  course  requirements 
for  Florida  State  Arson  Investigator  Certification. 

FFP    2706  PUBLIC  INFORMATION  OFFICER-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  prepares  the  student  to  serve  effectively  as  a 
organizational  spokesperson,  according  to  current  practices 
in  the  profession  of  public  relations  and  numerous  examples 
from  the  fire  service.  Particular  emphasis  will  be  placed 
on  case  studies  in  crisis  communications  and  the  role  of 
the  Public  Information  Officer's  role  in  the  Incident 
Command  System. 


2720  FIRE  COMPANY  OFFICER 
LEADERSHIP-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  study  of  the  basic  concepts  of  fire  com- 
pany 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. 

2740  FIRE  SERVICE  COURSE  DELIVERY-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. 

2741  FIRE  SERVICE  COURSE  DESIGN-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  covers  the  principles  of  effective  curriculum 
design.  It  stresses  the  principles  of  adult  learning  and 
student-centered  learning.  Designing  courses  and  units  that 
address  learning,  performance,  and  behavioral  objectives 
is  the  program  goal. 

2770  ETHICAL  &  LEGAL  ISSUES  IN  THE  FIRE 

SERVICE-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  deals  with  the  entire  spectrum  of  issues  facing 
today's  fire  service  leaders.  Topics  include:  labor  relations, 
human  rights  and  diversity,  conflicts  of  interest  and 
frameworks  for  ethical  decision-making  are  used. 

2780  FIRE  DEPARTMENT  ADMINISTRATION-AS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  an  introduction  into  the  managing  of  fire 
services  and  community  fire  protection  programs. 
Relationships  between  the  insurance  industry,  the 
professional  community,  contemporary  management  and 
planning  concepts  are  analyzed. 

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  flindamen- 
tals,  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. 

2811  FIREFIGHTING  TACTIC  & 
STRATEGY  II-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

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  devel- 
oping thinking  skills  related  to  crises.  Meets  course  re- 
quirements for  Florida  State  Company  Officer  Certifica- 
tion. 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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FOREIGN  LANGUAGES 


SPN 


~  French  ~ 

FRE    1 1 20  ELEMENTARY  FRENCH  I-AA  (**) 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing  with  a  minimum  score  of  83  of 
the  FCLEPT  Sentence  Sliills  and  Reading,  or  440  on 
the  SAT  (Verbal),  or  ACT  scores  of  17  on  the  ACT 
English  and  18  on  the  ACT  Reading. 
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 

Prerequisite:  Testing  with  a  minimum  score  of  83  of 
the  FCLEPT  Sentence  Skills  and  Reading,  or  440  on 
the  SAT  (Verbal),  or  ACT  scores  of  17  on  the  ACT 
English  and  18  on  the  ACT  Reading. 
This  course  is  for  beginners  or  those  with  one  year  of  high 
school  German.  Training  in  communication  skills  is  pre- 
sented through  typical  conversation,  contemporary  read- 
ings, visual  aids  and  laboratory  exercises.  (I) 

GER  1121  ELEMENTARY  GERMAN  II-AA  (**) 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 

Prerequisite:  GER  1120 

This  course  is  for  beginners  or  those  with  one  year  of  high 
school  German.  Training  in  communication  skills  is  pre- 
sented through  typical  conversation,  contemporary  read- 
ings, visual  aids  and  laboratory  exercises.  (I) 

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  cul- 
ture. (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  cul- 
ture. (I) 

~  Spanish  ~ 

SPN    1120  BEGINNING  SPANISH  I-AA 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Testing  with  a  minimum  score  of  83  of 
the  FCLEPT  Sentence  Skills  and  Reading,  or  440  on 
the  SAT  (Verbal),  or  ACT  scores  of  1 7  on  the  ACT  En- 
glish and  18  on  the  ACT  Reading. 
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) 


SPN 


1121  BEGINNING  SPANISH  II-AA 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 

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) 

2220  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  cul- 
ture, and  provides  an  introduction  to  literary  readings.  Con- 
tinued emphasis  is  placed  on  communication  in  the  target 
language.  (I) 


SPN 


4  Credits 


2221  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  read- 
ings. 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  HEMI- 
SPHERE-AA  (**) 
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.  (I) 

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. 


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  geron- 
tologists,  both  physiological  and  social,  including  an  ex- 
amination of  psychological,  sensory  and  intellectual  char- 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


acteristics.  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  equip- 
ment, and  planning.  Emphasis  is  placed  on  the  develop- 
ment 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  Mechan- 
ics. The  emphasis  of  this  course  is  placed  on  troubleshoot- 
ing and  repairing  two-stroke  and  four-stroke  small  engines 
with  special  reference  to  internal  components  including 
carburetion  and  electrical. 

GCO  1211C  TURF  EQUIPMENT  DIAGNOSTICS  IAS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  provides  students  with  an  introduction  to  elec- 
trical systems  as  related  to  turf  equipment.  The  emphasis 
of  the  class  is  placed  on  identifying,  troubleshooting,  and 
repairing  electrical  system  components  including  ignition, 
starter  systems,  and  alternators.  Use  of  electrical  diagnos- 
tic 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  Equip- 
ment Diagnostics  I,  with  an  emphasis  on  identifying, 
troubleshooting,  and  repairing  fiael  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  intro- 
duction 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  imple- 
menting modem  shop  equipment  to  facilitate  the  sharpen- 
ing/grinding process. 

GCO  1242  TURF  EQUIPMENT  PAINTS  AND 
PAINTING-AS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  provides  students  with  a  comprehensive  in- 
troduction to  paints  and  painting  as  they  relate  to  turf  main- 
tenance 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  in- 
troduction to  welding  using  both  gas  and  electric  arc  tech- 
niques. 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  in- 
troduction to  the  ftindamental  concepts  of  modem  turfgrass 
science.  The  emphasis  of  the  course  is  placed  on  introduc- 
ing, identifying,  and  discussing  the  concepts  and  principles 
of:  1 )  basic  turfgrass  taxonomy;  2)  individual  turfgrass  spe- 
cies, 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  1.  The  emphasis  of  this  course  is  placed  on  intro- 
ducing, identifying,  and  discussing  all  of  the  major  rel- 
evant turfgrass  cultural  practices,  such  as  mowing,  fertil- 
izing, irrigating,  and  managing  pests. 

GCO  1611  GOLF  COURSE  SHOP  MANAGEMENT  IAS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  class  provides  students  with  a  comprehensive  intro- 
duction to  basic  shop  management  practices.  This  course 
focuses  on  identifying  and  selecting  shop  tools,  using  and 
organizing  basic  shop  equipment,  maintaining  stock  in- 
ventory, 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  GC01611  Golf  Course 
Shop  Management  1.  This  course  emphasizes  the  develop- 
ment and  implementation  of  preventive  maintenance  prac- 
tices for  turf  care  equipment.  Also  emphasized  is  the  de- 
velopment of  training  plans  and  programs  for  turf  equip- 
ment employees,  and  the  development  and  design  of  main- 
tenance facility  shop  components. 

GCO  1743  GOLF  COURSE  DESIGN  AND 
CONSTRUCTION-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  provides  students  with  a  comprehensive  in- 
troduction to  the  basic  elements,  concepts,  and  principles 
of  golf  course  design  and  construction.  The  course  em- 
phasizes the  master  planning  and  developmental  execu- 
tion of  a  new  golf  course  project,  as  well  as  pertinent  rede- 
sign and  reconstmction  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  intemship  experience  which  provides 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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students  with  real-world  turf  equipment  technology  expe- 
rience. The  emphasis  of  this  course  is  placed  on  the  appli- 
cation 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  in- 
troduction to  turfgrass  irrigation  practices  and  the  funda- 
mental concepts  and  principles  of  soil  drainage.  The  class 
emphasizes  turfgrass  water  use  requirements  and  the  use 
of  computerized  irrigation  scheduling  systems  to  distrib- 
ute and  conserve  water.  The  course  also  emphasizes  mod- 
em 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  in- 
troduction to  the  modem  methods  of  controlling  and  man- 
aging the  major  categories  of  insects  and  nematodes  that 
are  traditionally  classified  as  pests  of  turfgrasses.  The 
course  emphasizes  the  identification  and  behavioral  char- 
acteristics of  insect  pests  and  nematodes,  as  well  as  spe- 
cific 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  in- 
troduction to  the  modem  methods  of  controlling  and  man- 
aging the  major  categories  of  turfgrass  diseases  that  are 
traditionally  classified  as  pests  of  turfgrasses.  The  course 
emphasizes  identification  of  pathogens  of  turfgrass,  the  eti- 
ology of  turfgrass  diseases,  and  specific  integrated  pest 
management  strategies. 

GCO  2450  INTEGRATED  PEST  MANAGEMENT  FOR 
TURF  III:  WEED  SCIENCE  FOR  TURF-AS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  provides  students  with  a  comprehensive  in- 
troduction to  the  modem  methods  of  controlling  and  man- 
aging 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  man- 
agement strategies. 

GCO  2500  ENVIRONMENTAL  ISSUES  IN  GOLF 
COURSE  CONSTRUCTION  AND 
MANAGEMENT-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  provides  students  with  a  comprehensive  in- 
troduction to  the  current  environmental  issues  and  consid- 
erations 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  ele- 
ments of  basic  golf  course  operations.  Important  concepts 
to  be  discussed  include  mitigation  and  management  strat- 
egies that  are  designed  to  effectively  minimize  and/or  elimi- 
nate golf  course  related  impacts  to  the  environment. 

GCO  2601  APPLIED  MATERIALS  CHEMISTRY  AND 
CALCULATIONS  FOR  TURF  1-AS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  provides  students  with  the  necessary  skills  and 
techniques  to  accurately  calculate  rates  and  levels  of 
turfgrass  industry  materials,  such  as  fertilizers  and  pesti- 
cides. The  class  will  emphasize  the  basic  concepts  of  ap- 


plied agricultural  chemistry  as  well  as  math  formulas  for 
determining  surface  areas,  volumes,  and  chemical  dilutions. 

GCO  2602  APPLIED  MATERIALS  CHEMISTRY  AND 
CALCULATIONS  FOR  TURF  II-AS 

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  indus- 
try materials  such  as  fertilizers  and  pesticides.  The  class 
will  emphasize  the  basic  concepts  of  applied  agricultural 
chemistry  as  well  as  math  formulas  for  determining  sur- 
face 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  man- 
agement practices;  budgeting;  record  keeping;  awareness 
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  re- 
lated organizational  and  administrative  functions  and  du- 
ties from  the  perspective  of  the  golf  course  superintendent. 
The  course  will  emphasize  communications,  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  vari- 
ous 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  re- 
view 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  in- 
troduction to  the  basic  biological  and  biochemical  prin- 
ciples of  turf  soils.  The  class  emphasizes  the  characteriza- 
tion 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  in- 
troduction 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 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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  in- 
troduction to  soil  fertility  and  turfgrass  nutrition.  The  class 
emphasizes  turfgrass  nutrition  needs  and  the  identification 
and  implementation  of  fertilizers  and  other  soil  amend- 
ments to  provide  adequate  nutrition  for  the  various  kinds 
of  turf  grasses. 

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  re- 
lating course  content  to  lifestyle  fostering  a  better  under- 
standing 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  emer- 
gency 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    nil  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  devel- 
opment, knowledge  acquisition,  and  participation. 

PEL    nil  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  profi- 
ciency determined  by  instructor. 

PEL    2342  INTERMEDIATE  TENNIS 

PEN   2137  ADVANCED  SCUBA-AS 


HISTORY 


AMH  2010  HISTORY  OF  THE  UNITED  STATES 
TO  1865- A  A 
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  pe- 
riod. 


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  Ameri- 
can social,  political  and  economic  institutions  through  that 
time  period. 

AMH  2070  FLORIDA  HISTORY-AA  (**) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  presents  Florida  history  from  the  age  of  dis- 
covery 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-Ameri- 
can men  and  women.  (I) 

AMH  2095  AMERICAN  INDIAN  HISTORY 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  studies  the  North  American  Indians  in  the 
course  of  the  development  of  the  United  States.  It  intro- 
duces people,  issues,  and  events,  and  covers  the  general 
American  history  periods  from  cultural  and  political  as- 
pects. 

AMH  2931  WOMEN  IN  U.S.  HISTORY 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Studies  the  roles  of  American  women  in  the  nation's  de- 
velopment. It  introduces  people,  issues,  and  events,  and 
covers  the  general  American  history  periods  from  cultural 
and  political  aspects.  The  course  focuses  on  women's  par- 
ticipation 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.  This  course  is  termed  a  writing  intensive 
course  and  requires  a  minimum  of  4,000  words  of 
instructor-evaluated  writing  per  student,  including  a 
minimum  of  three  graded  assignments  over  the  duration 
of  the  course.  If  completed  with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better, 
this  course  serves  to  complete  part  of  the  writing  intensive 
course  requirements.  (I) 

EUH  1001  THE  WESTERN  TRADITION  II-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.  This  course  is  termed  a  writing  intensive 
course  and  requires  a  minimum  of  4,000  words  of 
instructor-evaluated  writing  per  student,  including  a 
minimum  of  three  graded  assignments  over  the  duration 
of  the  course.  If  completed  with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better, 
this  course  serves  to  complete  part  of  the  writing  intensive 
course  requirements.  (I) 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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WOH 1012  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 
will  be  on  the  political,  economic,  and  social  views  of  the 
world.  This  course  is  termed  a  writing  intensive  course 
and  requires  a  minimum  of  4,000  words  of  instructor- 
evaluated  writing  per  student,  including  a  minimum  of  three 
graded  assignments  over  the  duration  of  the  course.  If 
completed  with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better,  this  course  serves 
to  complete  part  of  the  writing  intensive  course 
requirements.  (I) 

WOH  1023  HISTORY  OF  WORLD  CIVILIZATION  1500 
TO  1815- A  A 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  survey  of  the  history  of  the  world  from 
1500  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 
modern  revolutions;  the  Enlightenment;  the  French 
Revolution  and  the  Napoleonic  Era.  This  course  is  termed 
a  writing  intensive  course  and  requires  a  minimum  of  4,000 
words  of  instructor-evaluated  writing  per  student,  including 
a  minimum  of  three  graded  assignments  over  the  duration 
of  the  course.  If  completed  with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better, 
this  course  serves  to  complete  part  of  the  writing  intensive 
course  requirements.  (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  Eastern, 
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.  This  course  is  termed  a  writing 
intensive  course  and  requires  a  minimum  of  4,000  words 
of  instmctor-evaluated  writing  per  student,  including  a 
minimum  of  three  graded  assignments  over  the  duration 
of  the  course.  If  completed  with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better, 
this  course  serves  to  complete  part  of  the  writing  intensive 
course  requirements.  (I) 

HORTICULTURE 

ORH  1008C  INTRODUCTION  TO  HORTICULTURE  AS 
2  class  hours,  3  laboratory  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  presents  an  introductory  coverage  of  the  func- 
tion and  use  of  ornamental  plants  in  the  home  interior  and 
exterior  landscape. 

HOSPITALITY  MANAGEMENT 

(See  Business/Management/Finance) 


HUMAN  SERVICES 


HUS   1001  INTRODUCTION  TO  HUMAN 
SERVICES-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  explores  the  field  of  human  services,  includ- 
ing health,  mental  health,  public  administration,  education, 
social  welfare,  recreation,  criminal  justice,  youth  services, 
and  rehabilitation. 

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  goveming  rights  of  clients  are  examined.  The 
community  resources  available  for  dealing  with  alcohol- 
ics and  other  dmg  abusers  are  identified,  along  with  ap- 
propriate 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  in- 
terpersonal helping  skills,  as  well  as  the  promotion  of 
knowledge  of  styles  of  helping  fostered  in  a  variety  of  hu- 
man service  settings. 

HUS  2404  WORKING  WITH  ALCOHOLICS  AND 
OTHER  DRUG  ABUSERS-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  provides  both  theoretical  information  and  prac- 
tical application  of  counseling  techniques  which  have  been 
effective  in  working  with  alcoholics  and  other  dmg  abus- 
ing clients.  Through  role  playing,  readings,  stractured  class 
exercises,  class  discussions,  and  lectures  students  become 
familiar  with  a  variety  of  counseling  theories,  techniques 
and  modalities. 


HUMANITIES 


HUM  1950/2950  HUMANITIES  STUDY  TOUR-AA  (**) 

Prerequisite:  Permission  of  instructor.  3  Credits 

Edison  College-sponsored  study  tour  abroad  with  lectures 
before  departure  and  en  route.  Journal  required.  This  course 
is  termed  a  writing  intensive  course  and  requires  a 
minimum  of  4,000  words  of  instmctor-evaluated  writing 
per  student,  including  a  minimum  of  three  graded 
assignments  over  the  duration  of  the  course.  If  completed 
with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better,  this  course  serves  to  complete 
part  of  the  writing  intensive  course  requirements.  (The 
course  HUM  1950  may  be  repeated  as  HUM  2950  once  if 
the  itinerary  of  the  second  tour  is  significantly  different 
from  the  first.  Students  will  be  escorted  by  an  Edison 
professor.)  (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  and  requires  a  minimum  of  4,000 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


words  of  instructor-evaluated  writing  per  student,  including 
a  minimum  of  three  graded  assignments  over  the  duration 
of  the  course.  If  completed  with  a  grade  of  "'C"  or  better, 
this  course  serves  to  complete  part  of  the  writing  intensive 
course  requirements.  (I) 

HUM  2230   STUDIES   IN   HUMANITIES:   THE    I7th 
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  modem  cultures 
of  Asia,  Africa  and  the  contemporary  Americas.  This  course 
is  termed  a  writing  intensive  course  and  requires  a 
minimum  of  4,000  words  of  instructor-evaluated  writing 
per  student,  including  a  minimum  of  three  graded 
assignments  over  the  duration  of  the  course.  If  completed 
with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better,  this  course  serves  to  complete 
part  of  the  writing  intensive  course  requirements.  (I) 

HUM  2510  HUMANITIES  THROUGH  THE  ARTS-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  is  a  course  which  explores  human  values  and  our  sense 
of  ourselves  as  individuals  in  community  through  the  arts. 
This  course  is  termed  a  writing  intensive  course  and 
requires  a  minimum  of  4,000  words  of  instructor-evaluated 
writing  per  student,  including  a  minimum  of  three  graded 
assignments  over  the  duration  of  the  course.  If  completed 
with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better,  this  course  serves  to  complete 
part  of  the  writing  intensive  course  requirements.  (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  film),  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  perspectives,  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  4,000  words  of  instructor-evaluated  writing 
per  student,  including  a  minimum  of  three  graded 
assignments  over  the  duration  of  the  course.  If  completed 
with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better,  this  course  serves  to  complete 
part  of  the  writing  intensive  course  requirements.  (I) 

INFORMATION  SERVICES 

LIS     2004  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  col- 
lege research.  Through  the  use  of  finding  tools  and  infor- 
mational resources  on  the  Internet,  students  develop  in- 
creased skills  in  identifying,  using  and  evaluating  electronic 
information  resources.  Classroom  activities  and  practical 
experience  in  using  the  Internet  provide  students  with  ba- 
sic research  skills  necessary  for  information  literacy  in 
today's  world. 

INTERNET  SERVICES  TECHNOLOGY 

(See  Computer  Programming  and  Analysis) 


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  ba- 
sic mathematical  skills.  The  student  learns  to  add,  subtract, 
multiply,  and  divide,  and  apply  those  skills  to  the  real  num- 
ber system.  The  student  also  learns  to  solve  problems  with 
percents.  All  of  the  aforementioned  topics  will  incorpo- 
rate word  problems.  Successful  completion  of  this  course 
requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

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  con- 
cepts of  algebra  and  the  skills  required  to  apply  these  con- 
cepts. Topics  covered  include  signed  numbers,  algebraic 
expressions,  linear  equations,  exponents,  and  polynomi- 
als. Successful  completion  of  this  course  requires  a  grade 
of  "C"  or  better. 

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  cov- 
ered include  factoring  polynomials,  graphing,  quadratic 
equations,  rational  and  radical  expressions.  Successful 
completion  of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 
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  num- 
bers, algebraic  expressions,  exponents,  polynomials,  fac- 
toring polynomials,  graphing,  linear  and  quadratic  equa- 
tions, and  rational  and  radical  expressions.  Word  problems 
and  critical  thinking  skills  are  topics  and  concepts  used 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

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throughout  the  course.  Successful  completion  of  this  course 
requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better.  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  with  a  minimum 
grade  of  "C"  or  MAT  9024  with  a  minimum  grade  of 
"C" 

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  pre- 
pare the  student  for  MAC  1 105  and  provide  a  strong  alge- 
bra 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,  expo- 
nential, and  logarithmic  functions.  Graphing  and  applica- 
tions are  emphasized.  A  graphing  calculator  is  required.  If 
completed  with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better,  this  course  serves 
to  demonstrate  competence  for  the  general  education  math- 
ematics requirement. 

MAC  1140  PRE-CALCULUS  ALGEBRA-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  MAC  1105  with  a  minimum  grade  of 
"C" 

An  algebra  course  designed  to  prepare  students  to  enter 
either  engineering  or  calculus  courses.  Topics  covered  in- 
clude exponential  and  logarithmic  functions,  polynomial, 
rational  functions,  conic  sections,  sequences  and  series, 
mathematical  induction,  the  binomial  theorem,  and  matri- 
ces. 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  require- 
ment. 

MAC  1114  TRIGONOMETRY-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  MAC  1105  with  a  minimum  grade  of 
"C" 

Topics  in  this  class  include  the  real  number  system,  circu- 
lar 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. 
A  graphing  calculator  is  required.  (May  be  taken  concur- 
rently with  MAC  1 140.)  If  completed  with  a  grade  of  "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:  MAC  1105  with  a  minimum  grade  of 
"C" 

This  course  is  designed  for  students  with  strong  mathemati- 
cal backgrounds  who  need  a  refresher  course  before  be- 
ginning the  Calculus  sequence.  Topics  covered  are  a  com- 
bination of  topics  from  MAC  1 140  and  MAC  1114.  If  com- 
pleted with  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better,  this  course  serves  to 
demonstrate  competence  for  the  general  education  math- 
ematics requirement. 


MAC  2233  CALCULUS  FOR  BUSINESS,  SOCIAL  AND 
LIFE  SCIENCES-AA 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 

Prerequisite:  MAC  1105  with  a  minimum  grade  of 
"C"  or  MAC1140  with  a  minimum  grade  of  "C" 
This  course  is  designed  for  students  in  business  and  re- 
lated studies  who  need  calculus  but  not  trigonometry.  In- 
cluded is  a  review  of  equations  and  inequalities  and  their 
applications,  functions  and  graphs,  exponential  and  loga- 
rithmic functions.  Major  topics  include  mathematics  of  fi- 
nance, limits  and  continuity,  differentiation  and  integra- 
tion and  applications  of  these.  A  graphing  calculator  is  re- 
quired. 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  with  a  minimum  grade  of  "C" 
This  course  is  designed  for  students  majoring  in  science, 
mathematics  or  engineering.  Topics  covered  include  lim- 
its, 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  se- 
ries, 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  compe- 
tence 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,  po- 
lar coordinates,  and  vectors  in  the  plane.  A  graphing  cal- 
culator 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  compe- 
tence for  the  general  education  mathematics  requirement. 


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(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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MGF  1106  MATHEMATICS  FOR  LIBERAL  ARTS  I-AA 
3  Class  Hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  MAT  1033  with  a  minimum  grade  of  "C" 
or  Testing 

This  course  is  intended  to  present  topics  which  demonstrate 
the  beauty  and  utility  of  mathematics  to  the  general  student 
population.  Topics  include  systematic  counting, 
probability,  statistics,  geometry,  sets,  and  logic.  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. 

MGF  1107  MATHEMATICS  FOR  LIBERAL  ARTS  II-AA 

3  Class  Hours  3  Credits 
Prerequisite:  MAT  1033  with  a  minimum  grade  of  "C" 
or  Testing 

This  course  is  intended  to  present  topics  which  demonstrate 
the  beauty  and  utility  of  mathematics  to  the  general  student 
population.  Topics  include  management  science,  linear 
and  exponential  growth,  numbers  and  number  systems, 
history  of  mathematics,  elementary  number  theory,  social 
choice  and  graph  theory.  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  Instru- 
ment 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  learn- 
ing format. 

STA    2023  INTRODUCTORY  STATISTICS-AA 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 
Prerequisite:  MAT  1033  with  a  minimum  grade  of 
"C"  or  Testing 

An  introductory  course  in  statistics  covering  topics  in  para- 
metric and  non-parametric  statistics.  Topics  include:  de- 
scriptive measures,  probability,  statistical  inference  and 
decisions-making,  estimation,  hypothesis  testing,  regres- 
sion and  correlational  analysis,  probability  distributions, 
sampling  distributions,  use  of  electronic  calculators,  in- 
terpretations 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  demon- 
strate competence  for  the  general  education  mathematics 
requirement. 

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  3  Credits 

This  course  presents  requirements,  opportunities,  and  re- 
sponsibilities of  various  media. 


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  ap- 
plicable 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  ap- 
plicable 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  ap- 
plicable 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  ap- 
plicable to  percussion  instruments. 

MUH  2018  JAZZ  HISTORY  AND  APPRECIATION-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  introduces  jazz  styles  from  a  historical  per- 
spective. 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  crite- 
ria of  judgment  is  also  presented.  (I) 

MUM2700  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  in- 
clude careers  in  the  recording  and  performing  fields,  retail 
music  merchandising,  publishing,  song  writing  and  arrang- 
ing, arts  and  artist  management,  professional  organizations, 
copyright  law  and  career  development. 

MUN  1120t,  2120t  CONCERT  BAND-AA 

1  class  hour,  2  studio  hours  1  Credit 

The  course  emphasizes  the  study  and  performance  of  lit- 
erature written  for  the  modem  concert  band.  The  ensemble 
is  open  to  all  students.  (Band  students  transferring  as  mu- 
sic majors  are  encouraged  to  enroll.) 

MUN  1210t,  2210t  EDISON  COLLEGE  SYMPHONY 
ORCHESTRA-AA  (**) 

1  class  hour,  2  studio  hours  1  Credit 

Prerequisite:  Permission  of  instructor. 

The  course  emphasizes  the  study  and  performance  of  or- 
chestral literature.  The  ensemble  is  open  to  all  students 
and  community  members. 

MUN  1310t,  2310t  COLLEGE  CHOIR-AA 

1  class  hour,  2  studio  hours  1  Credit 

This  course  covers  the  study,  rehearsal,  and  performance 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

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of  choral  literature,  with  training  in  fundamentals  of  sing- 
ing. Attention  is  given  to  general,  cultural  and  humanistic 
considerations. 

MUN  1340t,  2340t  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  1410t-1440t,  2410t  -  2440t  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  En- 
semble MUN  1410,  2410;  Woodwind  Ensemble  MUN 
1420,  2420;  Brass  Ensemble  MUN  1430,  2430;  Percus- 
sion Ensemble  MUN  1440,  2440. 

MUN  1710t,  2710t  JAZZ  ENSEMBLE  I,  II-AA 

1  class  hour,  2  studio  hours  1  Credit 

Prerequisite:  Permission  of  instructor. 

Emphasis  in  this  course  is  placed  on  the  study  and  perfor- 
mance of  literature  for  the  modem  big  jazz  band.  Audi- 
tions are  held  for  placement  in  performing  or  preparatory 
group. 

MUN  212 It  ADVANCED  CONCERT  BAND-AA 

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  stu- 
dents. Band  students  transferring  as  music  majors  are  en- 
couraged to  enroll. 

MUN  2211t  ADVANCED  ORCHESTRA-AA 

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  litera- 
ture. Ensemble  open  to  all  students  and  community  mem- 
bers. 

MUN  271  It  ADVANCED  JAZZ  ENSEMBLE-AA 

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 
modem  big  jazz  band.  Auditions  held  for  placement  in  per- 
forming or  preparatory  group. 

MUT  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  read- 
ing and  performance  of  music,  including  principles  of  no- 
tation, scales,  triads,  rhythms,  and  interpretive  markings. 

MUT  nut  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  1111  be  taken  concurrently  with  MUT  1111. 


MUT  1112t  MUSIC  THEORY  II-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  MUT  1111 

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  1112. 

MUT  1241t  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  1111  be  taken  concurrently. 

MUT  1242t  SIGHT  SINGING  AND  EAR  TRAINING 
II-AA 

2  class  hours  1  Credit 
Prerequisite:  MUT  1241 

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 12  be  taken  concurrently. 

MUT  2116t  MUSIC  THEORY  III-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 
Prerequisite:  MUT  1111/1112  or  permission  of 
professor. 

This  course  presents  modulation  using  diatonic  and  chro- 
matic harmony,  twentieth-century  tonal  practices,  intro- 
duction to  atonal  analysis  and  twelve-tone  techniques,  and 
the  study  of  musical  forms.  It  is  intended  that  MUT  2246 
be  taken  concurrently. 

MUT  2117t  MUSIC  THEORY  IV-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  MUT  2116 

This  course  presents  modulation  using  diatonic  and  chro- 
matic harmony,  twentieth-century  tonal  practices,  intro- 
duction to  atonal  analysis  and  twelve-tone  techniques,  and 
the  study  of  musical  forms.  It  is  intended  that  MUT  2247 
be  taken  concurrently. 

MUT  2246t  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  sing- 
ing, melodic  and  harmonic  dictation,  and  error  detection. 
It  is  intended  that  MUT  21 16  be  taken  concurrently. 

MUT  2247t  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  2641t  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  em- 
phasis on  scales,  chord  stmctures,  rhythmic  patterns  and 


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chord  progression-ordinarily  a  further  development  of  the 
Jazz  Ensemble  experience. 

MVK  lint  CLASS  PIANO  I,  II-AA 

2  class  hours  1  Credit 

This  course  presents  elementary  instruction  in  piano,  em- 
phasis on  music  reading,  piano  techniques,  and  piano  lit- 
erature. 


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). 

MVK  2121t  CLASS  PIANO  III,  IV-AA  (**) 

2  class  hours  1  Credit 

Prerequisites:  MVK  1111  and  permission  of 
instructor. 

Continuation  of  MVK  1111. 

MVS  lint  CLASS  GUITAR  I,  II-AA  (**) 

2  class  hours  1  Credit 

This  course  presents  elementary  instruction  in  guitar,  em- 
phasis on  music  reading,  fundamental  guitar  techniques 
and  guitar  literature. 

MVV  lint  CLASS  VOICE-AA(**) 

2  class  hours  1  Credit 

This  course  presents  fundamentals  of  singing;  emphasis 
on  tone  production  and  diction  as  applied  to  vocal  litera- 
ture. MUT  1121  and/or  MVK  1111  recommended  concur- 
rently. 

MVV  2121t  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  instru- 
mental instruction  which  may  be  arranged  for  ECC  de- 
gree-seeking students  of  advanced  accomplishments,  es- 
pecially those  actively  enrolled  in  the  Edison's  music  pro- 
gram. 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  ap- 
plied music  classes  are  limited.  Permission  of  the  District 
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  ( 1 2  hours)  degree-seeking  students  have  sec- 
ond 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  re- 
ceive 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  des- 
ignate the  criteria  ( 1 ,  2,  3  or  4  as  listed  above)  under  which 
the  student  is  granted  approval.  Students  must  be  accom- 
modated in  priority  order,  i.e.  criteria  one  students  have 
first  priority,  then  criteria  two  students,  etc.  A  form  will  be 
provided  for  this  process. 


Applied  Music  Course  Numbers  - 


BARITONE  HORN 

MVB  1214t 
MVB  1314t 
MVB  2224t 
MVB  2324t 
BASSOON 
MVW  1214t 
MVW  1314t 
MVW  2224t 
MVW  2324t 
OBOE 
MVW  1212t 
MVW  1312t 
MVW  2222t 
MVW  2322t 
ORGAN 
MVK1213t 
MVK  1313t 
MVK  2223t 
MVK2323t 
PERCUSSION 
MVP1211t 
MVP1311t 
MVP  222 It 
MVP  232 It 
PIANO 
MVK  1211t 
MVK1311t 
MVK  222 It 
MVK  232 It 
TROMBONE 
MVB  1213t 
MVB  1313t 
MVB  2223t 
MVB  2323t 


CELLO 

MVS  1213t 
MVS  1313t 
MVS  2223t 
MVS  2323t 
CLARINET 
MVW  1213t 
MVW  1313t 
MVW2223t 
MVW2323t 
TRUMPET 
MVB  1211t 
MVB  1311t 
MVB  222 It 
MVB2321t 
TUBA 
MVB  1215t 
MVB  1315t 
MVB  2225t 
MVB  2325t 
VIOLA 
MVS  1212t 
MVS  1312t 
MVS  2222t 
MVS  2322t 
GUITAR 
MVS  1216t 
MVS  1316t 
MVS  2226t 
MVS  2326t 
HORN 
MVB  1212t 
MVB  1312t 
MVB  2222t 
MVB  2322t 


FLUTE 

MVW  1211t 
MVW  1311t 
MVW  222 It 
MVW  232 It 
HARPSICHORD 
MVK  1212t 
MVK  1312t 
MVK  2222t 
MVK2322t 
SAXOPHONE 
MVW  1215t 
MVW  1315t 
MVW  2225t 
MVW2325t 
STRING  BASS 
MVS  1214t 
MVS  1314t 
MVS  2224t 
MVS  2324t 
VIOLIN 
MVS  1211t 
MVS  1311t 
MVS  222 It 
MVS2321t 
VOICE 
MVV  1211t 
MVV  13Ilt 
MVV  222 It 
MVV  232 It 


NETWORKING  ADMINISTRATOR 

(See  Computer  Programming  and  Analysis) 


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  is  one  of  the  first  nursing  courses  in  the  cur- 
riculum. The  student  is  introduced  to  the  client  and  to  the 
health  care  environment,  the  nature  of  professional  nurs- 
ing, and  professional  standards  in  nursing  practice.  Basic 
concepts  related  to  communication,  family  systems,  rec- 
ognition of  cultural  diversity,  stress  and  adaptation,  car- 
ing, ethical  and  legal  issues,  client  education  and  teaching 
are  introduced.   Other  topics  addressed  include:  medical 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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terminology,  critical  thinking  and  the  nursing  process,  test 
taking,  the  NCLEX  examination,  and  other  available  re- 
sources to  support  nursing  education.  The  Edison  College 
Nursing  Program's  philosophy,  curriculum  framework,  and 
program  outcomes  are  presented.  This  course  requires 
some  basic  computer  skills  and  WebCT.  The  instructor 
will  demonstrate  WebCT  in  the  class. 

NUR  1022  FUNDAMENTALS  OF  NURSING-AS 

3  class  hours,  2  laboratory  hours  5  Credits 

Prerequisites:  NUR  1010,  NUR  1142 
Corequisites:  BSC  1094C,  ENC  1101,  NUR  1022L, 
NUR1023L,  NUR1061C 

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  as- 
sess 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  clinical  hours  0  Credits 

Prerequisites:  NUR  1010,  NUR  1142 
Corequisites:  BSC  1094C,  ENC  1101,  NUR  1022, 
NUR1023L,  NUR1061C 

Clinical  laboratory  experiences  are  provided  in  selected 
area  hospitals  with  an  emphasis  on  the  adult  and  older  adult. 
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.  Learn- 
ing experiences  include  discussion,  assigned  readings,  class 
demonstrations,  and  videos.  This  course  may  require  some 
basic  computer  skills  and  WebCT. 

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,  NUR1023L 

This  course  presents  an  introduction  to  the  concepts  and 
skills  of  health  assessment  with  a  focus  on  normal  physi- 
cal assessment  findings.  The  course  is  designed  to  assist 
students  to  integrate  observations,  inferences,  and  relation- 
ships among  patient  data  when  performing  health  assess- 
ments. Students  will  learn  to  apply  various  communica- 
tion techniques  to  gather  information  regarding  a  client; 
they  will  also  utilize  inspection,  palpation,  percussion,  and 
auscultation  to  examine  a  client's  body  from  head-to-toe. 
Through  lectures,  discussions,  videos,  and  laboratory  prac- 
tice, students  will  be  prepared  to  take  complete  health  his- 
tories, perform  physical  examinations,  and  record  data  from 
same. 


NUR  1062C  HEALTH  ASSESSMENT  AND  SKILLS 
PRACTICUM-AS 

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),  Cardiovas- 
cular Technician  (RCVT),  or  Licensed  Practical 
Nurse  (LPN)  is  required.  Paramedics,  RRTs,  and 
RCVTs  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:  (I)  to  assist  students  to  integrate  obser- 
vations, 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  assess- 
ment 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,  vid- 
eos, 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  com.puter 
skills  and  WebCT.  The  instructor  will  demonstrate  WebCT 
in  class. 

NUR    1 204  TRANSITIONAL  NURSING  CONCEPTS- AS 
Advanced  Placement  Sequence  Only 

3  class  hours,  2  laboratory  hours  5  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),  Cardiovas- 
cular Technician  (RCVT),  or  Licensed  Practical 
Nurse  (LPN)  is  required.  Paramedics,  RRTs,  and 
RCVTs  must  be  Florida  certified  nursing  assistants. 
Corequisites:  NUR  1932,  NUR  1204L,  PSY  2012,  DEP 
2004,  NUR  1062C 

This  transitional  course  introduces  the  student  to  the  Nurs- 
ing Program's  philosophy,  conceptual  framework,  and 
outcomes.  The  course  includes  content  on  the  nursing  pro- 
cess, legal  and  ethical  issues,  and  expanded  clinical  skills. 
Using  the  nursing  process,  students  assess  human  needs, 
alterations  of  human  needs,  and  nursing  interventions  nec- 
essary to  meet  these  needs.  The  student  is  introduced  to 
the  role  of  provider  of  care,  manager  of  care,  and  profes- 
sional within  the  discipline  of  nursing.  The  course  utilizes 
experiences  in  the  classroom,  and  clinical  facilities  to  ad- 
dress nursing  care  of  clients  in  acute  care  settings. 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


NUR  1204L  TRANSITIONAL  NURSING  CONCEPTS 
CLINICAL-AS 

6  clinical  hours  0  Credits 

Prerequisites:  ENC  HOI,  BSC  1093C,  BSC  I094C, 
MAC  1105  or  higher.  Nursing  Mobility  Exam  (as 
required),  a  Florida  certificate  or  license  as  a 
Paramedic,  Respiratory  Therapist  (RRT),  Cardiovas- 
cular Technician  (RCVT),  or  Licensed  Practical 
Nurse  (LPN)  is  required.  Paramedics,  RRTs,  and 
RCVTs  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  nec- 
essary 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  experi- 
ences 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  dem- 
onstrate WebCT  in  class,  if  used. 

NUR  I2I1  ADULT  NURSING  IAS 

4  class  hours,  3  laboratory  hours  7  Credits 

Prerequisites:  NUR  1022/1022L,  NUR  1023L,  ENC 
1101,  BSC  I094C,  NUR  1142,  NUR  1061C 
Corequisites:  DEP  2004,  NUR  1211L,  PSY  2012,  NUR 
1511 

Students  continue  to  develop  their  roles  as  manager  of  care 
and  member  of  the  profession  of  nursing  and  as  a  provider 
of  care  to  clients  with  uncomplicated  medical-surgical  al- 
terations in  health.  Application  of  theory  to  practice  is  em- 
phasized. Knowledge,  techniques,  and  skills  related  to  pro- 
moting, restoring,  and  maintaining  health  are  taught.  Learn- 
ing experiences  include  the  following:  lecture-discussion 
and  a  scholarly  paper.  This  course  may  require  some  basic 
computer  skills  and  WebCT  if  used.  The  instructor  will 
demonstrate  WebCT  in  class. 

NUR  1211L  ADULT  NURSING  I  CLINICAL-AS 

9  clinical  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 
community  settings  to  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. 

NUR  1511  INTRODUCTION  TO  MENTAL  HEALTH 
CONCEPTS  IN  NURSING-AS 

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  be- 
havior, as  applied  in  mental  health  nursing  and  in  the  psy- 
chosocial sphere  of  general  nursing  care.  Select  mental 
health  experiences  and  activities  will  be  incorporated  into 
NUR  121 IL,  Adult  Nursing  I  (Basic  Nursing  students)  or 
NUR  2424L,  Maternal  Nursing  Concepts  (Advanced  Place- 
ment Nursing  students).  These  clinical  learning  experiences 
will  provide  students  with  the  opportunity  to  further  de- 
velop 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  certificate  or  license  as  a 
Paramedic,  Respiratory  Therapist  (RRT),  Cardiovas- 
cular 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  fa- 
cilities. Students  work  individually  and  in  groups  on  as- 
signments pertaining  to:  cultural  diversity,  nursing  process, 
nursing  care  plans,  pharmacology,  ethical-legal  implica- 
tions, 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  CON- 
CEPTS-AS 

2  class  hours  2  Credits 
Prerequisites:  NUR  1022/1022L,  NUR  1023L,  NUR 
1142,  NUR  1010,  NUR  1061C  or  professor,  program 
coordinator  or  director's  permission. 
Corequisites:  None 

Medication  administration  requires  specialized  knowledge, 
judgment,  and  nursing  skills  based  on  the  principles  of 
pharmacology.  The  focus  of  this  course  is  to  assist  the  stu- 
dent in  applying  knowledge  of  pharmacology  and  the  nurs- 
ing 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  dem- 
onstrate WebCT  in  class  if  used. 

NUR  2260  ADVANCED  ADULT  NURSING  HAS 

3  class  hours,  4  laboratory  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  alter- 
ations in  health  in  the  adult  client.  It  includes  theoretical 
concepts  relevant  to  adults  experiencing  complex  medi- 
cal/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  dem- 
onstrate WebCT  in  class. 

NUR  2260L  ADVANCED  ADULT  NURSING  II 
CLINICAL-AS 

12  clinical  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  disci- 
pline of  nursing.  This  course  may  require  some  basic  com- 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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puter  skills  and  WebCT.  The  instructor  may  demonstrate 
WebCT  in  class. 

NUR  2310  PEDIATRIC  NURSING  CONCEPTS-AS 

2  Class  hours,  2  laboratory  hours  4  Credits 

Prerequisites:  NUR  1204/i204L  or  NUR  1211/1211L, 
NUR  1932,  NUR  2424/2424L,  DEP  2004,  PSY  2012 
Corequisites:  NUR  2140,  NUR  2310L,  NUR  2523, 
MCB  2010C,  HUM  elective 

A  developmental  approach  is  utilized  to  study  the  nursing 
care  of  the  child  from  birth  through  adolescence.  Empha- 
sis is  on  wellness,  growth  and  development,  and  the  nurs- 
ing 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 

6  clinical  hours  0  credits 

Prerequisites:  NUR  1204/1204L  or  NUR  1211/1211L, 
NUR  1932,  NUR  2424/2424L,  DEP  2004,  PSY  2012 
Corequisites:  NUR  2140,  NUR  2310L,  NUR  2523, 
MCB  2010C,  HUM  elective 

The  clinical  setting  provides  the  student  with  the  opportu- 
nity 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,  1  laboratory  hour  3  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 

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  com- 
puter skills  and  WebCT.  The  instructor  may  demonstrate 
WebCT  in  class. 

NUR  2424L  MATERNAL  NURSING  CLINICAL-AS 

3  clinical  hours  0  credits 
Prerequisites:  NUR  1211/1211Lor  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  opportu- 
nity to  care  for  women  and  to  prepare  women  for  child- 
birth as  well  as  develop  the  roles  of  the  nurse  as  provider 
of  care,  manager  of  care,  and  professional  within  the  dis- 
cipline of  nursing.  Mental  Health  concepts  will  be  inte- 
grated throughout  the  course  and  these  concepts  will  be 
applied  to  patient  care. 

NUR  2523  MENTAL  HEALTH  CONCEPTS  ACROSS 
THE  LIFESPAN-AS 

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  heahh  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 
NUR2310L,  Pediatric  Nursing  Concepts  for  Basic  and  Ad- 


vanced Placement  students.  These  clinical  learning  expe- 
riences will  provide  students  with  the  opportunity  to  ftir- 
ther  develop  their  roles  as  provider  of  care,  manager  of 
care,  and  professional  within  the  discipline  of  nursing.  NUR 
2523  may  require  students  to  utilize  some  basic  computer 
skills  and  computer-assisted  instruction. 

NUR  2530  NURSING  FOR  CLIENTS  WITH  MAJOR 
MENTAL  HEALTH  DISORDERS-AS 

1  class  hour  1  credit 
Prerequisites:  NUR  2523 

Corequisites:  NUR  2260/2260L,  NUR  2810/2810L 
This  third  mental  health  course  assists  students  in  under- 
standing dynamics  of  human  behavior  and  acquiring  knowl- 
edge of  mental  health  concepts  related  to  major  mental  health 
disorders,  including  Mood  Disorders,  Schizophrenia,  and 
Substance  Abuse.  This  course  builds  on  mental  health  con- 
cepts taught  in  the  first  two  courses  in  the  series.  Select 
mental  health  experiences  and  activities  will  be  incorpo- 
rated into  NUR  2260L,  Advanced  Adult  Nursing  II  for  Ba- 
sic and  Advanced  Placement  students.  These  clinical  learn- 
ing experiences  will  provide  students  with  the  opportunity 
to  fiirther  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  com- 
puter skills  and  computer-assisted  instruction. 

NUR  2810  PROFESSIONAL  ISSUES  AND  ROLE 
DEVELOPMENT-AS 

2  class  hours,  2  laboratory  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,  NUR 
2530 

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  fiinctioning  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  com- 
plete 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. 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


*  Nursing  courses  are  currently  under  revision  and  subject  to  change. 

NUTRITION 

(See  Science) 


OPTICIANRY 


The  Opticianry  Program  is  made  possible  via  an  inter-insti- 
tutionai  agreement  between  Edison  College  and  Hillsborough 
Community  College  (HCC)  in  Tampa,  Florida.  Edison  College 
offers  the  general  education  portion  of  the  degree  and  assists  in 
the  teaching  of  the  vision  care  courses.  The  degree  is  granted  by 
Hillsborough  Community  College.  The  program  is  delivered  via 
distance  learning  technology  combined  with  campus  based  in- 
struction. The  laboratory  courses  are  held  in  the  new  Vision  Care 
Laboratory  in  the  Kenneth  P.  Walker  Health  Sciences  Building. 

OPT   1000  OPHTHALMIC  ORIENTATION-AS 

1  Credit 

Presents  an  introduction  to  the  field  of  vision  care,  includ- 
ing opticianry,  optometry,  ophthalmology  and  optical 
manufacturing.  Topics  include  ophthalmic  history,  legal 
and  ethical  principles,  patient  history,  terminology  and 
abbreviations.  Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT  apply  to 
the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT   1155  OPHTHALMIC  LENS  I-AS 

3  Credits 

Provides  a  brief  history  of  the  development  of  glass  and 
plastic  lenses,  the  various  sphere,  cylinder  and  prism  pow- 
ers, the  use  of  optical  cross,  flat  and  toric  transposition, 
and  the  aberrations  of  lenses.  Credit  for  this  course  does 
NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT   1156  OPHTHALMIC  LENS  HAS 

3  Credits 

This  course  continues  the  study  of  optical  theory.  Topics 
include:  prism  notation;  vertical  imbalance  and  methods 
of  correcting  for  it;  vertex  power;  luminance;  reflection 
and  absorption;  diffraction;  third-order  lens  aberrations, 
and  lens  tilt;  anisometropia,  and  spectacle  magnification. 
Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in 
Arts  degree. 

OPT   1225  LOW  VISION-AS 

3  Credits 

Provides  a  definition  of  visual  impairment  and  methods 
used  to  measure  it's  severity.  A  description  of  the  most 
common  causes  of  visual  impairment  will  be  presented. 
Treatment  plans  including  optical  and  non-optical  aids  will 
be  reviewed.  Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT  apply  to  the 
Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT   1400L  OPHTHALMIC  LABORATORY  IAS 

3  Credits 

Introduces  the  student  to  terms,  instruments,  lenses,  frames, 
and  materials  to  be  used  in  the  surfacing  and  finishing  of 
ophthalmic  prescription  eyewear.  Credit  for  this  course 
does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT   1430L  OPHTHALMIC  LABORATORY  II-AS 

3  Credits 

Introduces  the  student  to  terms,  instruments,  lenses,  frames, 
and  materials  to  be  used  in  the  finishing  process  and  hand- 
work of  ophthalmic  prescription  eyewear.  This  course  is  a 
confinuation  of  Ophthalmic  Laboratory  I.  Credit  for  this 
course  does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 


OPT   1460  OPHTHALMIC  DISPENSING  IAS 


3  Credits 


This  course  introduces  the  student  to  the  skills  necessary  for 
becoming  a  dispensing  optician.  Included  are  the  history  of 
the  profession,  patient/client  measurements,  frames  and  lens 
materials,  frame  and  lens  selection,  prescription,  prescription 
analysis,  and  adjustment  techniques.  Credit  for  this  course 
does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT   1460L  OPHTHALMIC  DISPENSING  I 
LABORATORY-AS 

3  Credits 

Designed  to  introduce  the  students  to  the  practical  dispens- 
ing of  optical  products.  The  students  will  perform  compe- 
tencies related  to  the  neutralization  of  single  vision  lenses 
and  multifocal  lenses  for  duplication,  measurement  of 
frames  and  mountings,  and  the  measurement  of  PC's. 
Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in 
Arts  degree. 

OPT   1666  SAFETY  AND  SPORTS  VISION-AS 

3  Credits 

Opticians  are  constantly  requested  to  provide  eyewear  that 
will  better  protect,  improve  and  enhance  vision  for  occu- 
pational and  recreational  activities.  This  course  will  present 
the  visual  requirements  for  common  occupations  and 
sports.  It  will  also  discuss  spectacle,  contact  lens,  and  non- 
optical  solutions  to  safety  and  sports  vision  problems. 
Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in 
Arts  degree. 

OPT  2030  OPHTHALMIC  BOARD  REVIEW-AS 

1  Credit 

Provides  a  comprehensive  review  and  update  of  opticianry 
dispensing  in  preparation  for  the  Florida  State  Board  of 
Opticianry  examination.  Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT 
apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2204  ANATOMY  AND  PHYSIOLOGY  OF  THE 
EYE-AS 

3  Credits 

Investigates  the  anatomical  structure  of  the  eye  and  the 
function  of  its  parts  as  they  pertain  to  the  process  of  vi- 
sion. Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associ- 
ate in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2375  REFRACTOMETRY-AS 

2  Credits 

Designed  to  instruct  the  students  in  the  theory  of  refracto- 
metry  and  testing  for  visual  acuity.  It  will  include  identi- 
fying ametropias,  the  etiology  and  distribution  of  refrac- 
tive errors  and  anomalies  of  binocular  vision.  The  steps  in 
performing  retinoscopy,  objective  and  subjective  refrac- 
tion procedures  will  be  covered.  Credit  for  this  course 
does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2375L  REFRACTOMETRY  LABORATORY-AS 

2  Credits 
Continuation  of  OPT  2375.  Designed  to  introduce  the  stu- 
dents to  the  procedures  of  an  objective  and  subjective  re- 
fraction. Students  will  perform  competencies  related  to 
retinoscopy,  patient  history,  binocular  balance  and  subjec- 
tive testing  for  visual  acuity.  Primarily  a  hands-on  course. 
The  students  will  gain  practice  in  testing  VA  (cc  and  so), 
retinoscopy,  subjective  refraction  and  binocular  balancing 
in  a  clinically  safe  environment.  Credit  for  this  course 
does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT   2376L  REFRACTOMETRY  LABORATORY  II-AS 

1  Credit 

Continuation  of  OPT  2375L.  Designed  to  fine  tune  the 
procedures  of  objective  and  subjective  refractions.  Stu- 
dents will  perform  competencies  related  to  measuring  vi- 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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sual  acuity  and  taking  a  patient  history,  retinoscopy  (re- 
view), confrontations  and  EOM's,  pupillary  functions, 
balance  and  binocular/phoria/tropia  testing.  Primarily  a 
hands-on  course  to  help  the  students  gain  speed  and  accu- 
racy in  performing  objective  and  subjective  refractions. 
Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in 
Arts  degree. 

OPT  2461  OPHTHALMIC  DISPENSING  HAS 

3  Credits 

This  course  presents  ophthalmic  instruments  and  devices; 
analysis  of  absorptive  lenses;  computing  and  compensa- 
tion of  vertical  imbalance;  discussion  of  ethics  and  legal 
issues;  record  keeping  and  communications;  optical  sales- 
manship, and  visual  impairment.  Credit  for  this  course 
does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2461L  OPHTHALMIC  DISPENSING  II 
LABORATORY-AS 

3  Credits 

Designed  to  introduce  students  to  the  practical  aspects  of 
frame  alignments  and  adjustments,  and  the  insertion  and- 
removal  of  lenses  from  various  frames.  Includes  further 
instruction  and  practice  on  neutralization  of  lenses  for  veri- 
fication and  duplication  of  an  Rx  order,  measure  and 
callipering  of  lenses  and  frames,  the  facial  measurements 
of  orders  (PD  and  seg  heights),  frame  repair  and  the  iden- 
tification of  various  types  of  lenses.  Credit  for  this  course 
does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2463L  OPHTHALMIC  SKILLS  LABORATORY 
IAS 

2  Credits 

This  course  is  designed  to  educate  students  in  the  techni- 
cal skills  of  performing  various  procedures  within  the  oph- 
thalmic visual  assessment  area  of  a  dispensary.  The  course 
will  present  technical  equipment  procedures,  maintenance 
and  use,  as  well  as  the  skills  needed  in  assisting  Optom- 
etrists and  patients  with  various  procedures  such  as  ad- 
ministering medicines  and  pharmacology  identification  and 
uses.  Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associ- 
ate in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2500  CONTACT  LENS  THEORY  IAS 

3  Credits 

This  course  includes  a  historical  review  as  well  as  theory; 
design  and  optical  principle  of  contact  lenses;  indications 
and  contraindications  for  contact  lens  wear;  patient  evalu- 
ation; discussion  of  lens  types  and  availability;  fundamen- 
tal techniques  and  fitting  philosophies  including  the  role 
of  the  biomicroscope,  keratometer  and  radiuscope;  patient 
education  on  care,  cleaning,  insertion  and  removal  of  con- 
tact lenses.  Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT  apply  to  the 
Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2500L  CONTACT  LENS  THEORY  I 
LABORATORY-AS 

2  Credits 
Students  will  perform  competencies  related  to  the  handling 
of  instruments  and  charts  used  in  the  fitting  and  designing 
of  contact  lenses.  Also,  the  handling  and  evaluation  of 
contact  lenses  by  the  fitter  and  the  patient.  Credit  for  this 
course  does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2501  CONTACT  LENS  THEORY  HAS 

2  Credits 

Emphasizes  contact  lens  verification,  dispensing,  and  fol- 
low up  care.  The  fitting  of  astigmatic,  presbyopic,  and 
special  needs  patients  will  also  be  covered.  Credit  for  this 


course  does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2501L  CONTACT  LENS  THEORY  II 
LABORATORY-AS 

2  Credits 

Students  will  perform  competencies  related  to  the  design, 
inspection,  modification,  evaluation  and  dispensing  of 
spherical  contact  lenses.  The  fitting  of  astigmatic,  pres- 
byopic, and  other  special  lens  patients  will  also  be  cov- 
ered. Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associ- 
ate in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2502L  CONTACT  LENS  LABORATORY  III-AS 

1  Credit 

Advanced  hands-on  experience  in  fitting  contact  lenses. 
Prerequisite:  OPT-2501L.  Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT 
apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2800L  VISION  CARE  CLINICAL  IAS 

2  Credits 

This  course  is  designed  to  allow  students  to  apply  knowl- 
edge gained  in  lectures  and  laboratories  to  clinical  situa- 
tions. Depending  on  the  placement,  the  student  may  uti- 
lize skills  related  to  management,  fabrication,  dispensing, 
contact  lenses  or  visual  assessment.  Credit  for  this  course 
does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2801L  VISION  CARE  CLINICAL  HAS 

2  Credits 

This  course  is  designed  to  allow  students  to  apply  knowl- 
edge gained  in  lectures  and  laboratories  to  clinical  situa- 
tions. Depending  on  the  placement,  the  student  may  uti- 
lize skills  related  to  management,  fabrication,  dispensing, 
contact  lenses  or  visual  assessment.  Credit  for  this  course 
does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2802L  VISION  CARE  CLINICAL  III-AS 

2  Credits 

This  course  is  designed  to  allow  students  to  apply  knowl- 
edge gained  in  lectures  and  laboratories  to  clinical  situa- 
tions. Depending  on  the  placement,  the  student  may  uti- 
lize skills  related  to  management,  fabrication,  dispensing, 
contact  lenses  or  visual  assessment.  Credit  for  this  course 
does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2803L  VISION  CARE  CLINICAL  IV-AS 

2  Credits 

This  course  is  designed  to  allow  students  to  apply  knowl- 
edge gained  in  lectures  and  laboratories  to  clinical  situa- 
tions. Depending  on  the  placement,  the  student  may  uti- 
lize skills  related  to  management,  fabrication,  dispensing, 
contact  lenses  or  visual  assessment.  Credit  for  this  course 
does  NOT  apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

OPT  2910  DIRECTED  RESEARCH-AS 

3  Credits 

Covers  the  research,  planning  and  development  of  an  op- 
tical dispensary.  Topics  include  the  type,  size,  location 
and  design,  as  well  as  financing,  business  structure,  taxes, 
licenses  and  equipment.  Credit  for  this  course  does  NOT 
apply  to  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree. 

PARALEGAL  STUDIES 

PLA    1003  INTRODUCTION  TO  PARALEGAL 
STUDIES-AA 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  provides  an  overview  of  the  training  and  pur- 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(■}■)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


pose  of  paralegals.  It  examines  the  role  of  the  lawyer  and 
the  paralegal  in  modem  society,  the  ethical  and  profes- 
sional practice  standards  applicable  to  both  lawyer  and 
assistant,  and  surveys  the  various  fields  of  law  to  be  cov- 
ered 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  in- 
cluding citation  form,  case  law,  reading  and  finding  stat- 
utes, legislative  history,  constitutional  law,  administrative 
law,  court  rules,  local  rules,  loose-leaf  services,  secondary 
references,  computer  research,  and  ethical  considerations. 

PLA   2114  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,  proce- 
dures, and  ethics  in  legal  research  and  writing.  Computer- 
ized legal  research  techniques  using  LEXIS  are  incorpo- 
rated to  complement  the  techniques  learned  in  PLA  11 03. 

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  litiga- 
tion 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. 

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  de- 
fenses, jurisdiction,  commencement  of  lawsuits,  rules  of 
procedure,  pleadings,  gathering  evidence,  and  ethical  con- 
siderations. 

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,  part- 
nerships, and  corporations.  Includes  ethical  considerations 
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  pro- 
bate, inventory  and  appraisal,  creditors  claims,  distribu- 
tion 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  trans- 


fers and  transactions,  real  estate  closings,  and  ethical  con- 
siderations. 

PLA   2763  LAW  OFFICE  MANAGEMENT-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  ENC  1101  Composition  I 

This  course  covers  principles  of  organization  and  man- 
agement, management  styles,  communications  process, 
utilizing  legal  assistants,  management  of  office  employ- 
ees, office  environment,  office  systems,  office  functions, 
financial  management,  and  ethical  considerations  in  law 
office  management. 

PLA   2800  FAMILY  LAW-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  SPECIALIZED  TOPICS  IN  PARALEGAL 

STUDIES  -  AA  1-3  Credits 

These  courses  are  intended  to  explore  a  wide  range  of  vary- 
ing 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  elec- 
tive 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  trans- 
ferred to  other  subject  areas.  Emphasis  includes  special- 
ized 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.  Fun- 
damentals 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  read- 
ings from  Socrates  to  Sartre  are  included. 

PHI    2100  LOGIC:  REASONING  AND  CRITICAL 
THlNKING-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. 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

d*)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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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 
students  through  an  inter-institutional  agreement  via  distance 
learning  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 
Community  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  I  Credit 
Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  1200,  PHT  1103 

Course  introduces  the  student  to  the  basic  physical  prin- 
ciples that  apply  to  commonly  utilized  therapeutic  proce- 
dures 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   1020  THERAPEUTIC  COMMUNICATION  FOR 
THE  PT  ASSISTANT 

2  Contact  Hours  2  Credits 
Prerequisites:  PHT  1211 

Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  1801L 

An  overview  of  effective  communication  skills  and  con- 
cepts 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 
and  conflict  management  to  determine  how  to  manage 
clinical  situations  as  they  arise.  Cultural  diversity  is  dis- 
cussed. Students  are  responsible  for  developing  an  in-ser- 
vice presentation  as  a  means  of  enhancing  effectiveness  of 
communication. 

PHT   1103  ANATOMY  FOR  PHYSICAL 
THERAPIST  ASSISTANT 

3  class  hours  per  week  3  Credits 
Prerequisite:  BSC  1094C  Pre  or  Corequisite: 
PHT1200,  PHT1103L 

Course  introduces  basic  human  anatomy  with  an  empha- 
sis on  the  structure  and  function  of  the  skeletal  and  mus- 
cular systems.  Actions,  origins,  insertions  and  innervations 
of  muscles  are  discussed.  Surface  anatomy  is  presented 
with  an  introduction  to  basic  palpation. 


PHT   1103L  ANATOMY  FOR  PHYSICAL  THERAPIST 
ASSISTING  LAB 

2  hours  per  week  1  Credit 
Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT1103,  PHT1200L 

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 
Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  1103,  PHT  1200L 

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,  edu- 
cational requirements,  supervisory  relationships  and  cur- 
rent developments  related  to  physical  therapy.  Health  care 
delivery  systems,  the  medical  record  and  issues  of  reim- 
bursement are  discussed.  Presents  the  basic  theory  of  body 
mechanics,  preparation  of  the  patient  and  the  treatment 
area,  positioning  and  transferring  techniques,  gait  train- 
ing, and  wheelchair  prescription.  Professional  behaviors 
are  introduced. 

PHT   1200L  INTRODUCTION  TO  PHYSICAL  THERAPY 
LAB 

2  hours  per  week  1  Credit 

Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  1200,  PHT  1103L 

Laboratory  sessions  for  Introduction  to  Physical  Therapy 
(PHT  1200)  are  designed  to  allow  the  students  an  opportu- 
nity 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  medi- 
cal 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 

Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  2224,  PHT1211L 

Course  introduces  the  student  to  the  theory  and  practical 
application  of  physical  therapy  modalities.  The  physiologi- 
cal effects  of  and  the  indications/contraindications  of  pa- 
tient care  interventions  such  as  heat,  cold,  radiant  therapy, 
electrotherapy,  traction,  intermittent  compression  and  mas- 
sage 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 

Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT1211,  PHT2224L 
Laboratory  sessions  for  Disabilities  and  Therapeutic  Pro- 
cedures (PHT  1 2 1 1 )  are  designed  to  develop  student  skills 
in  the  actual  performance  of  the  patient  care  interventions 
presented.  Skills  in  massage  are  developed.  Practical  ap- 
plication of  each  intervention  is  emphasized  with  patient 
simulations  and  case  studies  enhancing  the  ability  to  un- 
derstand a  plan  of  care  for  a  patient.  Data  collection  rela- 
tive to  the  course  content  as  well  as  patient  and  caregiver 


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(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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education  are  emphasized.  Case  studies  of  various  medi- 
cal conditions  with  emphasis  on  modality  interventions  are 
completed.  Skill  checks  as  well  as  competency  evaluations 
are  completed.  Students  are  expected  to  demonstrate  com- 
petency in  carrying  out  an  appropriate  therapeutic  modal- 
ity plan  of  care  including  effective  documentation.  Pro- 
fessional behaviors,  at  the  intermediate  level,  are  assessed. 

PHT   1300  SURVEY  OF  PATHOLOGICAL  DEFICITS 

4  class  hours  per  week  4  Credits 

Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  1200 

Course  introduces  the  student  to  general  pathological  con- 
ditions 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  conditions  are 
completed.  Descriptions  of  how  diseases  are  classified,  di- 
agnosed and  treated,  as  well  as  the  natural  course/progno- 
sis of  these  diseases  are  presented.  Implications  of  disease 
processes  as  well  as  contraindications  precautions  and  pa- 
tient/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  dis- 
ease and  in  general  are  considered. 

PHT   1350  BASIC  PHARMACOLOGY  FOR  PHYSICAL 
THERAPIST  ASSISTANTS 

1  class  hour  per  week  1  Credit 

Prerequisites:  PHT1300 
Pre  or  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   1801L  CLINICAL  PRACTICUM  I 

20  hours  per  week  2  Credits 

Prerequisites:,  PHT  1211 
Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  1020 

Course  involves  student  assignment  to  a  local  clinical  fa- 
cility. Includes  scheduled  class  meetings  to  discuss  clini- 
cal performance  objectives,  the  self-appraisal  process,  and 
overall  requirements  for  this  novice  level  practicum.  Dis- 
cussions also  include  professionalism,  attitudes,  patient 
rapport,  sexual  harassment,  etc.  A  journal  report  of  clini- 
cal 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  clinical  education  to  discuss  progress  and 
to  identify  areas  of  strengths/weaknesses  with  appropriate 
target  dates  and  methods  of  amelioration  if  needed.  Stu- 
dents receive  a  satisfactory/fail  grade. 

PHT  2120  APPLIED  KINESIOLOGY 

3  class  hours  per  week  3  Credits 

Prerequisites:  PHT  1020 

Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  2120L 

This  course  is  designed  as  part  of  a  continuum  in  the  ap- 
plication of  anatomy  to  facilitate  student  analysis  of  func- 
tional movements  with  specific  focus  on  the  relationship 
between  joint  structure  and  function.  Join  structure  and 
function  including  tests  and  measures  for  ROM  and  mus- 
cular strength  are  reintroduced.  Special  tesing  procedures, 
joint  play  and  palpation  are  introduced  which  aid  the  stu- 
dent in  understanding  pathological  movement  patterns. 
Normal  gait  is  detailed  as  well  as  discussion  of  implica- 


tions of  pathological  gait  patterns.  Orthotic  interventions 
for  the  spine  and  extremities  are  presented. 

PHT  2120LAPPLIED  KINESIOLOGY  LAB 

2  hours  per  week  1  Credit 
Prerequisite:  PHT  2224L 

Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  2120 

Laboratory  sessions  for  Applied  Kinesiology  (PHT2120) 
are  designed  to  provide  opportunities  for  the  students  to 
practice  the  skills  of  goniometry  and  manual  muscle  test- 
ing along  with  special  testing  procedures.  Observation  of 
normal  and  abnormal  gait  patterns  as  well  as  analysis  of 
UE  and  LE  movement  patterns  are  performed.  Interven- 
tions are  developed  to  address  functional  deficits.  Palpa- 
tion of  surface  anatomy  and  review  of  anatomical/bony 
landmarks  occurs.  Through  completion  of  case  studies,  the 
student  correlates  patient  problems  related  to  various  pa- 
thologies with  their  deficits  in  fiinctional  activities  and  gait. 
Competency  evaluations  are  completed. 

PHT  2162  SURVEY  OF  NEUROLOGICAL  DEFICITS 

4  class  hours  per  week  4  Credits 

Prerequisites:  PHT  1020 

Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  2810L 

Course  introduces  the  etiology,  pathophysiology  and  symp- 
toms of  common  neuromuscular  diseases/conditions.  Ba- 
sic neuroanatomy  is  reviewed.  Neurodiagnostic  procedures 
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 

Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  1211  and  PHT2224L 

Course  introduces  concepts  of  therapeutic  exercise  with 
regards  to  its  principles  and  objectives.  The  theory  of  and 
application  of  specific  exercise  regimes  are  presented.  Prin- 
ciples of  ROM  and  stretching  techniques  are  presented.  A 
basic  introduction  to  goniometry  and  manual  muscle  test- 
ing procedures  is  presented  as  it  pertains  to  the  develop- 
ment of  therapeutic  exercise  interventions. 

PHT  2224L  DISABILITIES  &  THERAPEUTIC 
PROCEDURES  II  LAB 

4  hours  per  week  2  Credits 
Prerequisites:  PHT  1103L,  PHT  1200L 

Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  2224,  PHT12nL 
Laboratory  sessions  for  Disabilities  and  Therapeutic  Pro- 
cedures II  (PHT  2224)  are  designed  to  provide  the  student 
with  observation  and  actual  application  of  therapeutic  ex- 
ercise in  the  laboratory  setting.  Case  studies  of  various 
medical  conditions  with  emphasis  on  therapeutic  interven- 
tions are  completed.  ROM  and  stretching  techniques  are 
practiced.  Goniometry  and  manual  muscle  testing  proce- 
dures are  practiced  as  they  relate  to  the  provision  of  thera- 
peutic exercise.  Data  collection  relative  to  the  course  con- 
tent as  well  as  patient  and  caregiver  education  are  empha- 
sized. Skill  checks  as  well  as  competency  evaluations  are 
completed.  Students  are  expected  to  demonstrate  compe- 
tency in  developing  and  carrying  out  an  appropriate  thera- 
peutic program  including  effective  documentation.  Profes- 
sional behaviors,  at  the  intermediate  level,  are  assessed. 

PHT  2704  REHABILITATIVE  PROCEDURES 

3  class  hours  per  week  3  Credits 

Prerequisites:  PHT  2162 
Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  2704L,  PHT  2931 
Advanced  course  designed  to  develop  skill  in  and  under- 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

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standing  of  the  underlying  principles  of  advanced  physi- 
cal therapy  plans  of  care  including  motor  learning  prin- 
ciples. Techniques  presented  include  advanced  therapeu- 
tic exercise  programs  (stroke,  spinal  cord  injured,  etc.) 
proprioceptive  neuromuscular  facilitation  (PNF),  Bobath 
and  Brunnstrom.  Amputations  and  principles  of  prosthet- 
ics are  detailed  with  fitting  and  check-out  procedures  re- 
viewed. 

PHT  2704L  REHABILITATIVE  PROCEDURES  LAB 

2  hours  per  week  1  Credit 

Prerequisites:  PHT  2162 

Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  2704L,  PHT  2931 

Laboratory  sessions  for  Rehabilitative  Procedures 
(PHT2704)  are  designed  for  the  students  to  practice  the 
utilization  of  developmental  postures  in  patient  interven- 
tions 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  con- 
ditions with  emphasis  on  advanced  therapeutic  exercise 
approaches  as  well  as  application  of  prosthetic  principles- 
are  completed.  Data  collection  relative  to  the  course  con- 
tent as  well  as  patient  and  caregiver  education  are  empha- 
sized. Skill  checks  are  completed.  Students  are  expected 
to  demonstrate  competency  in  developing  and  carrying  out 
appropriate  interventions  for  a  patient  with  neurological 
deficits.  Professional  behaviors,  at  the  entry  level,  are  as- 
sessed. 

PHT  2810L  CLINICAL  PRACTICUM  II 

24  hours  per  week  6  Credits 

Prerequisite:  PHT  1810L 
Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  2162 

Course  involves  student  assignment  to  local  clinical  facil- 
ity. Includes  scheduled  class  meetings  to  review  clinical 
performance  objectives,  the  self-appraisal  process,  and 
overall  requirements  for  this  intennediate  level  practicum. 
Class  discussions  are  held  to  share  and  discuss  experiences, 
patient  care  problems,  learning  styles,  cooperative  group 
participation,  acceptance  and  implementation  of  construc- 
tive criticism,  etc.  A  clinical  journal  and  an  in-service  are 
required.  Weekly  online  discussion  forums  facilitate  criti- 
cal thinking,  peer  review,  and  managing  clinical  situations 
at  the  intermediate  level.  Students  attend  a  personal  con- 
ference with  the  academic  coordinator  of  clinical  educa- 
tion 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,  PHT  2931 

Course  involves  full  time  student  assignment  to  a  local 
clinical  facility.  Includes  scheduled  class  meetings  to  dis- 
cuss clinical  performance  objectives,  the  self-appraisal 
process,  and  overall  requirements  for  this  entry  level 
practicum.  A  clinical  journal,  a  case  study  report  and  a  re- 
search project  are  required.  Class  discussions  are  held  to 
share  and  discuss  experiences,  patient  care  problems,  readi- 
ness for  the  workplace,  leadership  responsibilities,  profes- 
sional growth,  etc.  Weekly  online  discussion  forums  fa- 
cilitate critical  thinking,  peer  review,  and  managing  clini- 
cal situations  at  the  entry  level.  Students  attend  a  personal 
conference  with  the  academic  coordinator  of  clinical  edu- 
cation to  discuss  progress  and  to  identify  area  of  strength/ 
weaknesses  with  appropriate  target  dates  and  methods  of 


amelioration  where  necessary.  Students  receive  a  satisfac- 
tory/fail grade. 

PHT  2931  TRANSITION  SEMINAR 

2  class  hours  per  week  2  Credits 

Prerequisites:  PHT  2120 
Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT  2704 

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. 

PHT   1310  SURVEY  OF  MUSCULOSKELETAL 
DEFICITS 

2  class  hours  per  week  2  Credits 
Pre  or  Corequisite:  PHT1300 

Course  introduces  the  student  to  general  pathological  con- 
ditions with  emphasis  on  those  commonly  seen  in  the  field 
of  physical  therapy  as  they  relate  to  the  musculoskeletal 
systems.  Descriptions  of  how  musculoskeletal  diseases  are 
classified,  diagnosed  and  treated,  as  well  as  the  natural/ 
prognosis  of  these  diseases  are  presented.  Implications  of 
disease  processes  as  well  as  contraindications,  precautions 
and  patient/caregiver  education  related  to  physical  therapy 
are  discussed  through  case  study  analysis.  The  effects  of 
aging  upon  disease  and  in  general  are  considered. 

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  con- 
temporary problems  of  American  political  systems,  along 
with  political  parties,  pressure  groups,  elections,  Congress, 
the  Presidency,  and  the  Supreme  Court  are  also  discussed. 

POS    2112  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  com- 
munity as  a  laboratory,  and  including  contacts  with  state/ 
local  officials.  Internships  are  encouraged  and  credit  for 
practical  experience  is  allowed  when  approved  by  instruc- 
tor. 

POS    2601  THE  CONSTITUTION-AA  (**) 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  introduces  students  to  landmark  Supreme 
Court  decisions  and  doctrines  in  American  constitutional 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  docs  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


law.  Major  social  problems,  social  institutions,  and  the 
scope  of  constitutional  power  will  be  explored. 

PSYCHOLOGY 

CLP   1001  PERSONAL  AND  SOCIAL  ADJUSTMENT-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  covers  practical  psychology  for  coping  with 
everyday  life.  The  course  deals  with  psychological  prin- 
ciples of  adjustment,  emotional  functioning,  effective  re- 
lationships, 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  physi- 
cal and  psychosocial  growth  of  the  individual  from  con- 
ception to  death.  Emphasis  is  placed  on  the  special  prob- 
lems and  challenges  the  individual  faces  at  each  stage  of 
the  life  cycle:  prenatal  development,  infancy,  childhood, 
adolescence,  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  chil- 
dren. 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  spe- 
cial problems  unique  to  this  stage  of  life. 

INP    2390  HUMAN  RELATIONS  IN  BUSINESS  AND 
INDUSTRY-AA 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  study  and  analysis  of  personal  and  per- 
sonnel relationships  in  occupations.  It  covers  the  techniques 
and  dynamics  underlying  harmonious  relationships  in  work 
organizations,  and  the  importance  of  the  working  environ- 
ment 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  introduc- 
tion 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,  abnor- 
mal 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  de- 
signed primarily  for  psychology  majors.  Emphasis  is  placed 
on  the  basic  principles  and  concepts  of  experimental  psy- 
chology, including  scientific  methodology  and  experimen- 
tal investigation,  conditioning  and  learning,  perception, 
cognition,  memory,  motivation  and  neuro-psychology. 


PUBLIC  SAFETY  MANAGEMENT 

(Upper  Divison  Courses) 

DSC  3034  TERRORISM  PREPAREDNESS-BAS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

In  depth  investigation  of  terrorists,  their  targets  and  poten- 
tial methods,  and  the  resultant  implications  for  emergency 
management  mitigation,  preparedness,  response  and  recov- 
ery. Explores  terrorists  and  their  motives,  vulnerability  of 
critical  infrastructure  and  other  civilian  targets,  risk  assess- 
ment and  emergency  management  interventions.  Describes 
and  critiques  local,  national  and  international  resources  and 
initiatives  in  this  evolving  modem  phenomenon. 

ISM  3004  INFORMATION  RESOURCES  MANAGEMENT 
FOR  BUSINESS-BAS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

A  survey  course  that  provides  coverage  of  information  pro- 
cessing concepts,  technology  and  computer  applications 
in  a  business  environment  using  microcomputers.  The  im- 
portance of  end-user  computing  in  modem  business  orga- 
nizations is  stressed  and  the  information  infrastructure  of 
typical  business  firms  is  studied.  This  course  will  have  a 
focus  on  case  studies,  projects,  and  group  interaction,  al- 
lowing students  to  have  the  ability  to  leam  how  technol- 
ogy can  best  be  incorporated  into  a  business  environment 
and  how  to  select  proper  software. 

MAN  3052  MANAGEMENT  PHILOSOPHY  AND 
PRACTICE-BAS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

A  comprehensive  study  of  contrasting  philosophies  of  man- 
agement, current  theories  of  leadership,  management  and 
supervision,  as  well  as  current  trends  and  issues  for  busi- 
ness managers;  focuses  on  applications  and  cases  for  de- 
velopment of  competencies. 

MAN  3120  ORGANIZATIONAL  BEHAVIOR  AND 
LEADERSHIP-BAS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  is  an  applied  leadership  course  with  a  focus  on  case 
studies,  projects  and  group  interaction:  includes  theoreti- 
cal background  on  group  dynamics,  small  group  behavior 
and  motivation,  power,  types  of  groups,  verbal  and  non- 
verbal communication  skills  and  teambuilding. 

MAN  3301  HUMAN  RESOURCES  MANAGEMENT-BAS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  analyzes  modem  methods  and  theories  in  hu- 
man resources  management.  Topics  include  recruitment 
and  selection,  promotion,  performance  appraisal,  termina- 
tion of  employment,  and  legal  issues. 

MAN  3641  ORGANIZATIONAL  RESEARCH-BAS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  MAN  3052  or  concurrent  enrollment  in 
MAN  3052. 

This  course  introduces  the  student  to  methods  and  tech- 
niques used  in  public  policy  research  and  management  to 
evaluate  public  programs  from  an  empirically  sound  foun- 
dation. Successful  completion  of  six  credit  hours  of  col- 
lege level  mathematics  is  recommended. 

MAN  4701  BUSINESS  ETHICS  AND  SOCIETY-BAS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  explores  roles  of  personal,  organizational,  and 
societal  values  and  ethics  in  society.  Topics  include  ex- 
ploration of  individual  ethics,  values,  and  goals;  the  study 
of  ethical  behavior  within  organizations  as  it  influences 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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people,  products,  and  the  work  environment;  and  the  ex- 
ploration of  the  appropriate  roles  of  individuals,  organiza- 
tions, and  government  in  society. 

MAN  4720  STRATEGIC  MANAGEMENT  AND 
ORGANIZATIONAL  POLICY-BAS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Successful  completion  of  12  credit  hours 
of  upper  division  MAN  coursework. 

This  course  examines  strategic  planning  and  work  organi- 
zation as  well  as  the  development  of  organizational  poli- 
cies and  procedures.  Topics  include  corporate  planning, 
organizational  analysis  and  design,  implementing  change, 
design  and  oversight  of  policies,  determining  organiza- 
tional direction,  developing  organizational  strategy,  and 
evaluation  and  control  and  its  application  within  an  orga- 
nization. 

MAN  4915  MANAGEMENT  CAPSTONE  PROJECT-BAS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  MAN  4720  or  concurrent  enrollment  of 
MAN  4720  and  12  credit  hours  upper  division  core 
PAD  coursework. 

During  the  course,  the  student  will  complete  a  professional 
project  applying  the  knowledge  gained  from  the  core 
courses  under  the  direction  of  a  professor.  Successful 
completion  of  the  course  requires  demonstration  of 
achievement  of  program  learning  outcomes.  Student  and 
professor  feedback  regarding  the  program  will  be  obtained 
during  the  course  and  used  for  program  improvement. 

PAD  3204  FINANCIAL  MANAGEMENT  IN  THE  PUBLIC 
SECTOR-BAS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  an  introduction  to  budgeting  in  the  public 
and  nonprofit  fields.  The  course  concentrates  on  develop- 
ing budgeting  knowledge  and  skills  essential  for  success- 
ful management  performance. 

PAD  3820  PUBLIC  SAFETY  SYSTEM  INTEGRATION-BAS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  compares  and  contrasts  the  various  compo- 
nents of  the  public  safety  sector.  The  course  examines  the 
working  relationship  between  public  safety  agencies  and 
the  effectiveness  of  the  various  service  delivery  models. 

PAD  4442  PUBLIC  RELATIONS-BAS 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

The  course  studies  the  complex  field  of  educating  the  public 
and  responding  to  public  concerns.  Students  will  design 
integrated  plans  and  develop  professional  contacts  within 
the  public  safety  system. 

PAD  4232  GRANT  AND  CONTRACT  MANAGEMENT-BAS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  study  of  public  agency  grant  and  contract 
administration.  Topics  include  alternate  funding  sources, 
grant  preparation,  and  application  processes.  The  course 
addresses  legal  and  ethical  considerations  in  grant  and  con- 
tract management. 

PAD  4426  PUBLIC  SECTOR  LABOR  RELATIONS-BAS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  analyses  bargaining  and  negotiating  in  politi- 
cal and  academic  content  and  provides  a  practical  guide  to 
those  involved  in  contract  negotiations.  The  course  ex- 
amines the  skills  needed  to  resolve  disputes  in  the  public 
sector  through  facilitation,  mediation,  and  other  alterna- 
tive methods. 


PAD  4393  CRITICAL  INCIDENT  MANAGEMENT-BAS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  studies  the  techniques,  skills,  and  information 
systems  needed  to  implement  command  and  control  ap- 
plications during  significant  emergencies 

PAD  4932   CONTEMPORARY  ISSUES   IN   PUBLIC 
SAFETY-BAS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  addresses  a  contemporary  theme  relevant  to 
public  safety  management.  The  theme  will  be  determined 
by  consultation  with  students  and  safety  agency  leaders. 
Topics  will  address  global  or  multidisciplinary  issues  in 
the  field  of  public  safety. 

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  in- 
vestigation of  patient  care  techniques  applicable  to  the  prac- 
ticing 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  les- 
sons 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  involv- 
ing manipulation  of  exposure  parameters. 

RTE    1457  PRINCIPLES  OF  RADIOGRAPHIC 
EXPOSURE  HAS 

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,  Prin- 
ciples of  Radiographic  Exposure  I.  The  course  leads  the 
student  through  concepts  related  to  radiographic  imaging 
including:  film  critique,  exposure  control  systems  includ- 
ing fixed  and  variable  kilovoltage  technique  chart  construc- 
tion, automatic  exposure  control,  and  exposure  conversion 
methods. 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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  demon- 
strated 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  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  subdi- 
visions. The  student  works  closely  with  a  registered  radio- 
logic 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  1 503.  Radiographic  procedures 
studied  include:  the  entire  vertebral  column,  bony  thorax, 
upper  and  lower  gastrointestinal  systems,  the  biliary  sys- 
tem, 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  radio- 
graphic examinations  of  the  head.  X-ray  studies  investi- 
gated 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  ad- 
vanced imaging  concepts  related  to  their  field.  Topics  cov- 
ered include:  mobile  radiography,  fluoroscopy,  tomogra- 
phy, macro-radiography,  duplication,  subtraction,  digital 
imaging  processing,  and  basic  physical  concepts  related 
to  computed  tomography  and  magnetic  resonance  imag- 
ing. Students  learn  advanced  radiographic  procedures  in- 
cluding venipuncture  and  mammography.  Special  consid- 
eration 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,  mag- 


netism, and  the  electric  generator.  Concepts  include  elec- 
tromagnetic 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  Technol- 
ogy Program  and  preceding  Practicum  course. 
Corequisites:  Accompanying  RTE  courses  for  each 
semester  of  study. 

Affiliation  agreements  with  various  hospitals  enable 
Edison  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  de- 
partment 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  in- 
volves the  student  in  handling  and  care  of  patients  and 
various  radiographic  apparatus.  The  student  learns  to  ma- 
nipulate exposure  factors  in  all  clinical  situations  under 
many  different  condifions.  Each  student  gains  significant 
experience  in  routine  and  special  positioning  methods, 
surgical  radiographic  procedures,  processing  of  radio- 
graphic film,  and  maintaining  radiographic  records. 

RTE    1814  RADIOLOGY  PRACTICUM  HAS 

24  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisites:  Admission  to  the  Radiologic  Technol- 
ogy Program  and  preceding  Practicum  course. 
Corequisites:  Accompanying  RTE  courses  for  each 
semester  of  study. 

Affiliation  agreements  with  various  hospitals  enable 
Edison  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  de- 
partment 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  in- 
volves the  student  in  handling  and  care  of  patients  and 
various  radiographic  apparatus.  The  student  learns  to  ma- 
nipulate 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  radio- 
graphic film,  and  maintaining  radiographic  records. 

RTE    1824  RADIOLOGY  PRACTICUM  III-AS 

24  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisites:  Admission  to  the  Radiologic  Technol- 
ogy Program  and  preceding  Practicum  course. 
Corequisites:  Accompanying  RTE  courses  for  each 
semester  of  study. 

Affiliation  agreements  with  various  hospitals  enable 
Edison  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  de- 
partment subdivisions.  The  student  at  first  works  closely 
with  a  registered  radiologic  technologist.  As  proficiency 
and  speed  increases,  the  student  performs  examinations  in 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(■j*)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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an  indirectly  supervised  capacity.  Clinical  experience  in- 
volves the  student  in  handling  and  care  of  patients  and 
various  radiographic  apparatus.  The  student  learns  to  ma- 
nipulate 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  radio- 
graphic film,  and  maintaining  radiographic  records. 

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  Technol- 
ogy. These  individuals  are  graduates  of  accredited,  hospi- 
tal-based, radiologic  technology  programs  who  are  certi- 
fied by  the  American  Registry  of  Radiologic  Technolo- 
gists (ARRT). 

RTE   2061  RADIOLOGIC  TECHNOLOGY  SEMINAR-AS 
2  class  hours  2  Credits 

This  is  a  final,  comprehensive  course  that  reviews  and  in- 
terrelates concepts  previously  covered  in  the  two-year  cur- 
riculum. 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  re- 
lated 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.  Empha- 
sis is  placed  on  concepts  that  increase  one's  awareness  of 
the  responsibility  to  protect  the  public  and  self  from  un- 
necessary 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  stu- 
dent to  evaluation  methodology  of  radiographic  systems 
to  assure  consistency  in  the  production  of  quality  images 
at  the  lowest  dose. 

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,  equip- 
ment, and  techniques  for  special  radiographic  procedures. 
Included  are  angiographic,  neuroradiographic,  and 
interventional  procedures.  Infrequent,  but  interesting  stud- 
ies are  also  covered  such  as  lymphography  and  sialogra- 
phy. Included  in  this  course  is  an  introduction  to  cross- 
sectional  anatomy  as  demonstrated  by  digital  imaging  tech- 
niques. 

RTE   2834  RADIOLOGY  PRACTICUM  IV-AS 

24  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisites:  Admission  to  the  Radiologic  Technol- 
ogy Program  and  preceding  Practicum  course. 
Corequisites:  Accompanying  RTE  courses  for  each 
semester  of  study. 
Affiliation  agreements  with  various  hospitals  enable 


Edison  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  de- 
partment 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  in- 
volves the  student  in  handling  and  care  of  patients  and 
various  radiographic  apparatus.  The  student  learns  to  ma- 
nipulate 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  radio- 
graphic film,  and  maintaining  radiographic  records. 

RTE   2844  RADIOLOGY  PRACTICUM  V-AS 

16  class  hours  2  Credits 

Prerequisites:  Admission  to  the  Radiologic  Technol- 
ogy Program  and  preceding  Practicum  course. 
Corequisites:  Accompanying  RTE  courses  for  each 
semester  of  study. 

Affiliation  agreements  with  various  hospitals  enable 
Edison  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  de- 
partment 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  in- 
volves the  student  in  handling  and  care  of  patients  and 
various  radiographic  apparatus.  The  student  learns  to  ma- 
nipulate 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  radio- 
graphic film,  and  maintaining  radiographic  records. 

RTE  2854  RADIOLOGY  PRACTICUM  VI-AS 

20  class  hours  2  Credits 

Prerequisites:  Admission  to  the  Radiologic  Technol- 
ogy Program  and  preceding  Practicum  course. 
Corequisites:  Accompanying  RTE  courses  for  each 
semester  of  study. 

Affiliation  agreements  with  various  hospitals  enable 
Edison  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  de- 
partment 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  experiences  in- 
volves the  student  in  handling  and  care  of  patients  and 
various  radiographic  apparatus.  The  student  learns  to  ma- 
nipulate 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  radio- 
graphic film,  and  maintaining  radiographic  records. 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(*♦)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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  learn- 
ing contract.  It  is  designed  to  develop  vocabulary  literal 
reading  skills,  summarizing  and  sequencing  skills,  and  a 
reading  study  system.  Successftil  completion  of  this  course 
requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

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  develop- 
ment of  reading  skills.  Emphasis  is  placed  on  improving 
literal  and  inferential  comprehension,  vocabulary,  rate,  lis- 
tening, writing,  and  study  skills.  Successfial  completion  of 
this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better.  Successftil 
completion  of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C"  or  better. 

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,  vocabu- 
lary, rate  and  flexibility,  listening,  writing  and  study  skills. 
A  state  exit  test  must  be  passed  to  exit  this  course.  Suc- 
cessful completion  of  this  course  requires  a  grade  of  "C" 
or  better. 

REA  1605  STUDY  SKILLS  FOR  COLLEGE 
STUDENTS-AA 
1  class  hour  1  Credit 

This  course  is  designed  to  introduce  specific  study  strate- 
gies, encourage  self-determination,  and  student  motivation. 
Emphasis  is  placed  on  individual  application  of  different 
learning  techniques  for  all  college  students. 


REAL  ESTATE 


(See  Business/Management/Finance) 


RESPIRATORY  CARE 


RET   1024  INTRODUCTION  TO  CARDIOPULMONARY 
TECHNOLOGY-AS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  survey  of  the  field  including  terminology 
and  basic  skills  related  to  asepsis.  The  historical  develop- 
ment of  and  current  trends  in  cardiopulmonary  technol- 
ogy are  discussed.  Basics  of  cardiopulmonary  anatomy  and 
physiology  are  introduced. 


RET   1402  PULMONARY  ELECTRONIC  INSTRUMEN- 
TATION AND  PHARMACOLOGY-AS 
1  class  hour,  3  laboratory  hours  2  Credits 

Prerequisite:  RET  1616 

This  course  is  an  introduction  to  basic  respiratory  treat- 
ments 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  physi- 
ology, blood  gas  analysis,  and  other  hemodynamic  calcu- 
lations required  in  cardiopulmonary  physiology. 

RET   1821L  FRESHMAN  CLINICAL  I-AS 

Laboratory  or  clinical  hours  2  Credits 

Prerequisite:  RET  1616C,  RET  1007,  RET  1275C 

This  clinical  course  consists  of  supervised  clinical  prac- 
tice in  both  the  on  campus  cardiopulmonary  laboratory  and 
clinical  sites.  Areas  of  concentration  in  this  course  are  ei- 
ther respiratory  care  or  cardiac  catheterization  -  students 
will  receive  hands-on  instruction  and  be  able  to  practice  in 
realistic  clinical  environments. 

RET  2234C  RESPIRATORY  THERAPEUTICS-AS 

2  class  hours,  6  laboratory  hours  4  Credits 
Prerequisite:  RET  1616C 

Corequisites:  RET  2874L,  RET  2254C 
Medical  gas,  humidity  and  nebulization  concepts  are  pre- 
sented, as  well  as  advanced  respiratory  pharmacology. 
Clinical  and  laboratory  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  is  an  in-depth  study  of  critical  care  measures 
for  medical,  surgical,  and  emergency  patients.  Inter-aortic 
balloon  pumping,  Swan-Ganz  catheter  monitoring  and 
chest  tube  management  are  also  presented. 

RET  2254C  RESPIRATORY  CARE  ASSESSMENT-AS 

3  class  hours,  5  laboratory  hours  4  Credits 
Prerequisite:  RET  1616C 

Corequisite:  RET  2234C 

In  this  course  the  student  will  learn  the  assessment  of  pa- 
tients, focusing  on  theory,  application  and  evaluation  of 
Respiratory  Care  treatment  modalities,  as  well  as  employ- 
ing communication  skills  with  physicians,  patients  and 
other  health  care  providers. 

RET  2264C  -MECHANICAL  VENTILATION-AS 

2  class  hours,  6  laboratory  hours  4  Credits 

Prerequisite:  RET  2234C 
Corequisites:  RET  2875L,  RET  2414C 
In  this  course  the  student  will  learn  the  theory  and  appli- 
cation of  techniques  of  artificial  mechanical  ventilation, 
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  assess- 
ment, this  course  reviews  pulmonary  pathophysiology  and 
treatment. 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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RET  2714  NEONATAL-PEDIATRIC 
RESPIRATORY  CARE-AS 

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  physi- 
ology of  the  lung.  Neonatal  and  pediatric  pulmonary  dis- 
orders and  their  corresponding  respiratory  care  are  empha- 
sized. 

RET  2874L  CLINICAL  PRACTICUM  HAS 

12  laboratory  hours  4  Credits 

Prerequisite:  RET  1616C 
Corequisites:  RET  2234C,  RET  2254C 

Under  supervision,  the  student  assists  the  therapist  in  res- 
piratory procedures  in  both  in-patient  and  outpatient  situ- 
ations. Class  presentation  involves  instruction  in  the  ratio- 
nale for  procedures. 

RET  2875L  CLINICAL  PRACTICUM  III-AS 

12  laboratory  hours  4  Credits 

Prerequisite:  RET  2874L 
Corequisites:  RET  2264C,  RET  2414C 

Supervised  clinical  practice  at  an  affiliated  hospital.  Ar- 
eas of  concentration  in  this  critical  care  clinical  course  are 
arterial  blood  gasses,  mechanical  ventilation,  ventaliation 
monitoring,  ECG  monitormg,  chest  x-ray  evaluation,  aor- 
tic ballon  pumping,  Swan-Ganz  catheterization  and  moni- 
toring, 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.  Stu- 
dents maintain  equipment,  participate  in  emergency  pro- 
cedures and  pulmonary  function  testing  as  well  as  obser- 
vation rotations  in  the  home  care  setting  and  physician 
practice. 

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  respira- 
tory therapist  is  presented  and  a  basic  research  format  is 
emphasized  with  an  added  option  of  taking  an  ACLS  class 
and  NBRC  Self  Assessment  Exams. 

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  struc- 
ture of  the  earth,  the  solar  system  and  star  formation,  elec- 
tricity and  magnetism  and  wave  energy. 

ISC     1002C  FOUNDATION  OF  INTERDISCIPLINARY 
SCIENCE  II-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  recommended 
as  a  general  education  course  for  non-science  majors. 

-Anatomy  ~ 

BSC    1093C  ANATOMY  AND  PHYSIOLOGY  I-AA 

5  class  hours  5  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Minimum  of  a  "C"  in  BSC  1010,  or 
minimum  scores  of:  (SAT-R  540  quantitative  and  440 
verbal)  or  (FCELPT  90  math,  83  reading  and  83 
sentence  skills)  or  (ACT-E  23  math,  18  reading  and 
17  English) 

This  is  an  advanced  combined  lecture/lab  course  designed 
for  students  in  the  biological,  medical,  and  health-related 
fields.  This  course  expands  upon  general  biological  con- 
cepts including:  inorganic  and  organic  chemistry,  biochem- 
istry, cell  structure  and  function,  metabolism,  and  genetic 
mechanisms.  These  concepts  are  applied  to  the  structure 
and  function  of  the  human  body.  BSC  1005  or  BSC  1010 
is  strongly  suggested  to  provide  the  appropriate  biological 
background  to  succeed  in  this  intensive,  fast-paced 
Anatomy  and  Physiology  Course.  The  topics  covered  are: 
introduction  to  anatomy,  tissues,  integumentary  system, 
skeletal  system,  muscular  system,  nervous  system  and  spe- 
cial 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  ho- 
meostasis. The  following  topics  are  covered:  the  endocrine 
system,  cardiovascular  system,  lymphatic  and  immune 
systems,  respiratory  system,  digestive  system,  urinary  sys- 
tem, fluid  and  electrolyte  balance,  and  reproduction. 

BSC    1097L  SELECTED  TOPICS  IN  A&P  I-AA 

1  laboratory  hour  1  Credit 

Prerequisite:  Minimum  of  a  "C"  in  BSC  1010,  or 
minimum  scores  of:  (SAT-R  540  quantitative  and  440 
verbal)  or  (FCELPT  90  math,  83  reading  and  83 
sentence  skills)  or  (ACT-E  23  math,  18  reading  and 
17  English) 

Corequisite:  BSC  1093C 

This  course  will  present  special  topics  and  selected  labo- 
ratory activities  in  anatomy  and  physiology  that  will  en- 
hance the  concepts  presented  in  BSC  1093C. 

BSC    1098L  SELECTED  TOPICS  IN  A&P  II-AA 

1  laboratory  hour  1  Credit 

Prerequisite:  BSC  1093C 
Corequisite:  BSC  1094C 

This  course  presents  special  topics  and  selected  labora- 
tory activities  in  anatomy  and  physiology  will  enhance  the 
concepts  presented  in  BSC  1094C. 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


HSC   1531  MEDICAL  TERMINOLOGY- AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisites:  none 

This  course  is  designed  to  provide  a  basis  for  understand- 
ing, utilizing,  and  pronouncing  the  vocabulary  used  by 
health  care  professionals.  The  language  of  medicine  be- 
comes understandable  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  College. 

~  Astronomy  ~ 

AST    2003  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  de- 
signed to  provide  an  orientation  to  the  night  sky  and  hands- 
on  use  of  the  astronomer's  tools  in  the  study  of  our  solar 
system.  AST  2003  and  AST  2004  may  be  taken  in  any  or- 
der. Laboratory  is  required  to  satisfy  the  natural  sciences 
graduation  requirement. 

AST    2003L  ASTRONOMY  I  LABORATORY- AA 

1  laboratory  hour  1  Credit 

This  is  the  first  of  a  two-semester  course  utilizing  as- 
tronomy tools,  incorporating  laboratory  which  utilizes  an 
observatory,  planetarium  and  astrophotography  or  imag- 
ing equipment.  This  course  is  to  be  taken  only  in  conjunc- 
tion with  the  accompanying  lecture  AST  2003. 

AST    2004  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  2003. 
AST  2004  goes  beyond  the  solar  system  to  explore  the 
workings  of  stars  and  galaxies,  as  well  as  the  origin  and 
expansion  of  the  universe.  AST  2003  and  AST  2004  may 
be  taken  in  any  order.  Laboratory  is  required  to  satisfy  the 
natural  sciences  graduation  requirement. 

AST    2004L  ASTRONOMY  II  LABORATORY-AA 

1  laboratory  hour  1  Credit 

This  advanced  laboratory  makes  continued  use  of  obser- 
vatory-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  1010+ 
BSC  1093C  and  MCB  20 IOC.  Topics  included  are  chem- 
istry for  biological  sciences,  biology  of  the  cell,  and  he- 
redity. The  course  will  include  lecture/discussion,  group 
activities  and  computer  simulations. 
+  This  course  is  not  a  pre-requisite  for  BSC  1010,  how- 
ever, 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 

Prerequisite:  Minimum  score  of  (SAT-R  440  quantitive 
and  440  verbal)  or  (ACT-E  19  math,  18  reading  and  17 
English)  or  (FCELPT  72  math,  83  reading  and  83  sen- 
tence skills) 

This  introduction  to  cell  biology  is  designed  to  meet  en- 
trance requirements  for  upper  division  majors  in  biology, 
psychology  or  other  pre-professional  programs.  The  course 
addresses  and  integrates  concepts  associated  with  the  ba- 
sic physical  and  chemical  properties  of  living  matter  as 
the  relate  to  the  structure  and  function  of  the  cell,  cell  re- 
production, Mendelian  and  molecular  genetics  (DNA  rep- 
lication and  gene  expression),  energy  metabolism,  meta- 
bolic control  systems,  and  cell  to  cell  communication  sys- 
tems. 

BSC    lOlOL  BIOLOGICAL  SCIENCE  I 
LABORATORY-AA 

3  laboratory  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  Minimum  score  of  (SAT-R  440  quantitive 
and  440  verbal)  or  (ACT-E  19  math,  18  reading  and  17 
English)  or  (FCELPT  72  math,  83  reading  and  83  sen- 
tence skills) 

The  laboratory  which  accompanies  Biological  Science  1 
emphasizes  the  development  of  scientific  reasoning,  for- 
mulation of  problem  statements,  development  of  investi- 
gational techniques  and  data  collection  skills  used  to  evalu- 
ate scientific  hypotheses.  Investigations  using  computer- 
based  simulation  and  hands-on  exercises  instrumental  tech- 
niques 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  ad- 
aptations 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  tech- 
niques common  to  organism  level  biological  studies  are 
introduced  to  study  topics  employed  in  BSC  1011.  Labo- 
ratory activities  include  outdoor  activities  on  and  off  cam- 
pus. 

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  environmen- 
tal science  by  studying  the  impact  of  humans.  Contempo- 
rary ecological  issues  are  explored  in  relation  to  problems 
of  local,  regional,  national  and  global  concern.  Activities 
involve  combined  lecture,  lab  and  field  trip  activities  in- 
cluding discussions  and  debates  of  local  problems,  as  well 
as  national  and  global  issues. 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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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. 

MCE  2010C  MICROBIOLOGY-AA 

5  class  hours  5  Credits 

Prerequisites:  Minimum  of  a  "C"  in  BSC  1005  or 
BSC  1010,  or  minimum  scores  of:  (SAT-R  540 
quantitative  and  440  verbal)  or  (FCELPT  90  math, 
83  reading  and  83  sentence  skills)  or  (ACT-E  23 
math,  18  reading  and  17  English) 
This  combined  lecture  and  laboratory  course  is  an  intro- 
duction to  Microbiology.  The  course  expands  upon  gen- 
eral biological  concepts  including:  inorganic  and  organic 
chemistry,  biochemistry,  cell  structure  and  function,  me- 
tabolism, and  genetic  mechanisms.    These  concepts  are 
applied  to  the  morphology,  physiology,  biochemistry,  and 
genetic  mechanisms  of  microorganisms.  BSC  lOOSorBSG 
1010  is  strongly  suggested  to  provide  the  appropriate  bio- 
logical background  to  succeed  in  this  course.  The  course 
includes  a  survey  of  the  representative  types  of  microor- 
ganisms and  the  role  of  pathogenic  microorganisms  in  caus- 
ing diseases  and  infections. 

~  Chemistry  ~ 

CHM  2025  INTRODUCTION  TO  COLLEGE 
CHEMISTRY-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Corequisite:  CHM  2025L 

This  one  semester  course  is  designed  to  prepare  students 
planning  to  enter  the  CHM  2045/2046  sequence  or  for  those 
allied  health  students  needing  a  chemistry  prerequisite. 
Topics  to  be  covered  include  matter,  energy,  measurements, 
problem  solving  techniques,  the  atom,  the  Periodic  Table, 
chemical  bonding,  chemical  formulas,  chemical  reactions, 
stoichiometry,  gases,  liquids,  solutions,  acids  and  bases, 
equilibrium,  kinetics  and  thermodynamics. 

CHM  2025L  INTRODUCTION  TO  COLLEGE 
CHEMISTRY  LABORATORY-AA 

3  laboratory  hours  3  Credits 

Corequisite:  CHM  2025 

This  laboratory  course  begins  by  emphasizing  the  appro- 
priate use  of  units  and  mathematical  techniques  important 
to  chemistry,  science,  and  health  disciplines  in  general.  An 
introduction  to  chemistry  laboratory  safety,  sampling  meth- 
ods, and  measurement  techniques  is  included  in  the  sec- 
ond half  of  the  course.  Stoichiometric  calculations  supple- 
ment work  done  in  CHM  2025.  Selected  aspects  of  inor- 
ganic nomenclature  are  included. 

CHM  2032L  CHEMISTRY  LAB  FOR  HEALTH 
SCIENCES-AA 

3  laboratory  hours  1  Credit* 

Corequisite:  CHM  2025 

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  2025  and  CHM  2025L  (No 
student  will  be  allowed  to  begin  CHM  2045  without 
CHM2025  and  CHM  2025L  completed  unless  written 
permission  is  first  obtained  from  the  instructor.) 
This  course  is  the  first  half  of  a  two  semester  general  chem- 
istry sequence.  It  deals,  in  depth,  with  the  topics  of  matter, 
chemical  measurement,  stoichiometry,  atomic  theory, 
bonding,  molecular  geometry,  gases,  liquids,  solids,  and 
properties  of  solutions. 

CHM  2045L  GENERAL  CHEMISTRY  I 
LABORATORY-AA 

3  laboratory  hours  3  Credits 

Corequisite:  CHM  2045 

This  general  chemistry  laboratory  emphasizes  safety, 
chemical  measurement  techniques,  stoichiometry,  molar 
mass  determination,  molecular  structure,  and  spectropho- 
tometric  measurements. 

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  II 
LABORATORY-AA 

3  laboratory  hours  3  Credits 
Corequisite:  CHM  2046 

This  laboratory  course  emphasizes  thermodynamics,  ki- 
netics, equilibrium,  acid-base  reactions,  and  electrochem- 
istry through  appropriate  laboratory-based  investigations. 
Data  collection,  analysis,  and  presentation  techniques  em- 
ploying graphing  calculators,  computers,  and  spectropho- 
tometers 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  or- 
ganic 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  tech- 
niques 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  2211L  ORGANIC  CHEMISTRY  11 
LABORATORY-AA 

4  laboratory  hours  every  other  week  2  Credits 

The  second  organic  chemistry  laboratory  course  utilizes 
microscale  techniques  in  organic  chemistry. 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(t)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


~  Environmental  Science  ~ 

EVS    2891C  HYDROGEOLOGIC  SAMPLING-AS 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 

This  course  addresses  the  theory  and  practice  of  collect- 
ing and  analyzing  hydrogeologic  data  in  groundwater, 
stormwater  and  surface  water.  The  course  includes  an  over- 
view of  regulatory  agency  permitting  and  hands-on  expe- 
rience in  sample  collection,  data  recording,  data  storage 
and  analysis. 

EVS    2893C  ECOLOGIC  SAMPLING-AS 

4  class  hours  4  Credits 

This  course  addresses  the  theory  and  practice  of  collect- 
ing 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  pro- 
vides students  an  opportunity  to  apply  skills  developed  in 
previous  courses  to  ecological  sampling,  data  analysis  and 
report  preparation;  the  course  is  recommended  for  the 
sophomore  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  pro- 
grams 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. 
Module  1  includes  planetary  and  structural  geology.  Mod- 
ule 2  emphasizes  the  study  of  minerals,  igneous  sedimen- 
tary and  metamorphic  rocks.  Module  3  provides  skills  nec- 
essary 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  in- 
cludes 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  de- 
velopment of  the  scientific  method  and  paradigms  to  ana- 
lyze 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  interac- 
tions 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  liv- 
ing 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  meth- 
ods 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  identifica- 
tion 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  sci- 
ence. Oceanography  is  a  muhidisciplinary  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  pro- 
vided with  the  ocean  environment  as  a  general  model.  The 
marine  environment  of  Southwest  Florida  provides  an  ex- 
cellent laboratory  setting  to  accomplish  the  overall  objec- 
tive 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  1 002C. 

OCE  1002C  OCEANOGRAPHY  II:  A 

MULTIDISCIPLINARY  SCIENCE-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Oceanography  is  a  true  science,  but  not  a  traditional  sci- 
ence. Oceanography  is  a  muhidisciplinary  field  which  en- 
compasses the  traditional  fields  of  biology,  geology,  chem- 
istry 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  pro- 
vided with  the  ocean  environment  as  a  general  model.  The 
marine  environment  of  Southwest  Florida  provides  an  ex- 
cellent laboratory  setting  to  accomplish  the  overall  objec- 
tive 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  impor- 
tant aspects  of  biological  oceanography  (=  marine  biol- 


("■)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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ogy).  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  nu- 
trients and  requirements  of  the  various  age  groups.  This 
course  cannot  be  used  to  meet  the  AA  Science  require- 
ment since  it  has  no  accompanying  laboratory. 

~  Physical  Science  ~ 

PHY  1007  PHYSICS  FOR  THE  HEALTH  SCIENCES-AS 
3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  MAC  1105,  MGF  1106  or  higher  level 
mathematics. 

This  one  semester  course  for  students  in  the  health  sci- 
ences 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  is  the  first  course  of  a  two-semester  non-calculus  in- 
troduction to  physics  sequence  primarily  for  pre-profes- 
sional  and  technical  students.  Topics  covered  include 
mechanics  and  the  properties  of  matter. 

PHY  1053L  FUNDAMENTALS  OF  PHYSICS  I 
LABORATORY-AA 

3  laboratory  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  companion  to  PHY  1 053  and  includes  com- 
prehensive experiments,  data  collection  and  interpretation 
to  illustrate  concepts  and  principles  related  to  force  and 
motion,  work  and  energy,  rotation,  gravity  and  properties 
of  matter. 

PHY  1054  FUNDAMENTALS  OF  PHYSICS  II-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  PHY  1053 

This  is  the  second  course  of  a  two-semester  non-calculus 
introduction  to  physics  sequence  primarily  for  pre-profes- 
sional  and  technical  students.  Topics  covered  include  os- 
cillations and  waves,  sound,  thermodynamics,  electricity 
and  magnetism. 

PHY  1054L  FUNDAMENTALS  OF  PHYSICS  H 
LABORATORY-AA 

3  laboratory  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  companion  to  PHY  1054  and  includes  com- 
prehensive experiments,  data  collection  and  interpretation 
to  illustrate  concepts  and  principles  related  to  oscillations 
and  waves,  thermodynamics,  electricity  and  magnetism. 
Principles  of  optics  are  demonstrated  through  the  use  of 
mirrors,  prisms  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  the  first  course  of  a  two-semester  traditional  calcu- 


lus-based physics  sequence.  Topics  covered  include  me- 
chanics and  the  properties  of  matter. 

PHY  2048L  GENERAL  PHYSICS  I  LABORATORY-AA 

3  laboratory  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  companion  to  PHY  2048  and  includes  com- 
prehensive experiments,  data  collection  and  interpretation 
to  illustrate  concepts  and  principles  related  to  force  and 
motion,  work  and  energy,  rotation,  gravity  and  properties 
of  matter. 

PHY  2049  GENERAL  PHYSICS  II-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

Prerequisite:  PHY  2048 

This  is  the  second  course  in  a  two-semester  traditional 
calculus-based  physics  sequence.  Topics  covered  include 
oscillations  and  waves,  sound,  thermodynamics,  electric- 
ity and  magnetism. 

PHY  2049L  GENERAL  PHYSICS  II  LABORATORY-AA 

3  laboratory  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  companion  to  PHY  2049  and  includes 
comprehensive  experiments,  data  collection  and  interpre- 
tation to  illustrate  concepts  and  principles  related  to  oscil- 
lations and  waves,  sound,  thermodynamics,  electricity,  and 
magnetism.  Principles  of  optics  are  demonstrated  through 
the  use  of  mirrors,  prisms  and  lenses. 

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  communi- 
cation discipline.  A  variety  of  activities  and  class  assign- 
ments 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  empha- 
sizes communicating  during  an  employment  interview, 
communicating  in  self-directed  work  teams  and  develop- 
ing multimedia  presentations. 


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(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(f)  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


SPC    2023  INTRODUCTION  TO  PUBLIC  SPEAKING-AA 

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  listen- 
ing skills  using  both  oral  and  written  requirements. 

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  stu- 
dent, 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     1105  ACHIEVING  ACADEMIC  SUCCESS-AA 

3  class  hours  1  Credit  hour 

This  course  is  designed  for  students  who  have  not  suc- 
ceeded in  their  academic  studies  and  are  on  academic  dis- 
missal and  suspension.  It  provides  the  essential  skills 
needed  to  become  a  competent  and  motivated  student.  The 
students  will  learn  to  prioritize  their  time,  develop  memory 
and  thinking  skills,  take  meaningful  notes  during  lectures 
and  assigned  readings,  develop  strategies  for  taking  vari- 
ous types  of  tests,  and  improve  both  written  and  oral  com- 
munication skills.  In  addition,  the  course  will  promote  self- 
esteem  and  a  desire  to  succeed,  not  only  in  their  academic 
performance,  but  in  their  personal  and  professional  lives. 

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  per- 
sonal philosophy  of  leadership,  an  awareness  of  the  moral 
and  ethical  responsibilities  of  leadership,  and  an  aware- 
ness of  one's  own  ability  and  style  of  leadership. 


THE   1020  INTRODUCTION  TO  THEATRE-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  introduces  the  elements  of  drama  and  the  pro- 
cess 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  profes- 
sional production  is  presented  in  this  course.  Open  audi- 
tions. 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  mod- 
em times.  This  includes  reading  and  discussion  of  plays 
representative  of  each  significant  theatrical  period  and 
study  of  their  relationship  to  their  cultural  and  social  set- 
ting. (I) 

TPA    1200,  2200  FUNDAMENTALS  OF  THEATRE 
PRACTICE  I-II-AA 
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. 

TPP    1110,  nil  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  act- 
ing with  production  of  selected  scenes. 

TPP    2118  ACTING  HI-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  course  is  a  continuation  of  TPP  1110-1111  to  include 
styles  of  acting  and  basic  directing  problems. 


THEATRE  ARTS 


ENG  2100  AMERICAN  CINEMA-AA 

3  class  hours  3  Credits 

This  telecourse  explores  how  Hollywood  films  work  tech- 
nically, artistically,  and  culturally  to  reinforce  and  chal- 
lenge America's  national  self-image.  An  art  form,  an  in- 
dustry, and  a  system  of  representation  and  communication, 
American  film  is  a  complicated  and  profoundly  influen- 
tial element  of  American  culture. 


(*)  Preparatory  credit,  does  not  count  toward  a  degree  or  certificate. 

(**)  Offered  if  sufficient  demand. 

(■f )  Designates  a  class  that  is  repeatable. 


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ADMINISTRATION 

& 


FACULTY 


181 


ADMINISTRATION* 

WALKER,  Kenneth  P. Dislricl  President 

B.A.,  University  of  Texas,  Austin 

M.A.,  East  Texas  State  University 

Ph.D.,  University  of  Texas,  Austin 

JONES,  Robert  R District  Executive  Vice  President, 

Lee  Campus  President 

A.A.S.,  Navarro  College 

B.A.,  University  of  Texas,  Austin 

M.B.A.,  University  of  Texas,  Tyler 

Ed.D.,  NOVA  Southeastern  University 

FRANCIS,  Alan  B District  Vice  President. 

Administrative  Services 

B.S.,  Bentley  College 

M.B.A.,  Florida  Institute  of  Technology 
THOMAS,  Noreen District  Vice  President,  Academic  Affairs 

B.S.,  Daemen  College 

M.Ed.,  Eastern  Michigan  University 

Ed.D.,  University  of  Texas  at  Austin 
PENDLETON,  Edith District  Vice  President,  Student  Services 

B.J.,  M.A.,  University  of  Missouri 

Ph.D.,  University  of  South  Florida 

McCLINTOCK,  Maureen District  Vice  President, ' 

Planning  &  Development 

A.A.,  Mineral  Area  College 

B.A.,  M.B.A.,  University  of  South  Florida 

Charlotte  County  Campus 

LAND,  Patricia President,  Charlotte  County  Campus 

B.A.,  M.Ed,  University  of  Florida 

Ed.D,  University  of  Tennessee-Knoxville 

WILCOX,  Ann Development  Associate 

LAWES,  Annette Campus  Director,  Student  Services 

B.A.,  University  of  the  West  Indies 

M.Ed.,  Columbia  University 

M.B.A.,  Pace  University 

VACANT Coordinator,  Continuing  Education 

KRUEGER,  Bemie 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 
VEHSE,  Robert Adjunct  Services  Coordinator 

B.A.,  West  Virginia  University 

M.S.,  University  of  Wisconsin 

Ph.D..,  University  of  Tennessee 

Collier  County  Campus 

ALLBRITTEN,  Jeffery President,  Collier  County  Campus 

B.S.,  M.S.,  Murray  State  University 

Ph.D.,  Middle  Tennessee  State  University 
LINCK  Jr.,  Henry Campus  Dean 

B.A.,  Gettysburg  College 

M.A.,  Morgan  State  University 

Ed.D.,  University  of  Maryland 
WESTENKIRCHNER,  Suzy     Campus  Director,  Learning  Resources 

B.F.A.,  Eastern  Michigan  University 

M.L.S.,  University  of  South  Florida 

VACANT Development  Associate 

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 

M.P.A.,  Florida  Gulf  Coast  University 
THOM,  Helena Adjunct  Services  Coordinator 

B.A.,  Ohio  University 

M.A.,  University  of  Akron 
SOTO,  M.  Cristina Campus  Director,  Student  Services 

B.A.,  M.Ed.,  Florida  Atlantic  University 


Hendry/Glades/County  Services 

KELLEY,  Lucinda Dean 

B.A.,  Southeastern  College 

M.S.,  NOVA  Southeastern  University 

Lee  County  Campus 
Office  of  the  Registrar 

JIMENEZ,  Louis District  Registrar 

A.A.S.,  Community  College  of  the  Air  Force,  Maxwell  AFB 

B.S.,  Southern  Illinois  University 

M.S.,  Troy  University 
MEDHURST,  Ray   Associate  Registrar 

A. A.,  Edison  College 

B.A.,  M.Ed.,  University  of  South  Florida 
MITCHELL,  Pat Student  Services  Supervisor 

B.A.,  University'  of  South  Florida 

Student  Financial  Aid 

LEWIS,  Cindy District  Director 

A. A,  Edison  College 

B.A.,  University  of  South  Florida 
Student  Development 

SILVA,  Billee District  Director,  Student  Development 

B.A.,  Central  Michigan  University 
M.Ed.,  Florida  Gulf  Coast  University 

MORGAN,  Fredrick  D.,  II Coordinator,  Student  Activities  & 

Minority  Student  Services 
B.A.,  South  Carolina  State  College 

GREENE,  Nancy   Coordinator 

Student  &  Alumni  Relations 

Counseling,  Advising  and  Assessment 

MORRIS,  Kathleen  B District  Director 

B.S.  Indiana  University 

M.A.  University  of  Redlands 
POTTS,  Susan  P Coordinator,  Counseling  Services 

B.A.,  Russell  Sage  College 

M.Ed.,  College  of  St.  Rose 

Student  Support  Services 

REY-GOMEZ,  Carmen Director 

B.A.,  Central  State  University 
M.S.W.,  University  of  Connecticut 

Facilities  Planning  and  Management 

WHITE,  Ronald  W. District  Director 

B.A.,  Northeastern  State  University 

VACANT Supervisor  Plant  Operations 

JOHNS,  Jeff Evening  Coordinator,  Plant  Operations 

NAIK,  Jyoti Facility  Planner/Code  Administrator 

B.A.,  Bombay  University 
SHERMAN,  Edgar Facility  Database  &  Systems  Manager 

A.A.S.,  ITT  Technical  Institute 

Finance  and  Accounting 

DOEBLE,  Gina District  Director 

B.A.,  Arizona  State  University 

M.A.,  Florida  Gulf  Coast  University 

VACANT  Manager 

FENWICK,  Joan Bursar 

A.S.,  Quinnipiac  College 

Budget  and  Grants 

KIVEL,  Debra Manager 

A.A.,  St  Clair  County  Community  College 

PORTER,  Kathleen Accountant 

TOBIA,  Shannon   Accountant 

A.  A.,  Edison  College 

B.S.,  International  College 

Payroll 

GONZALEZ,  Mercy Manager 

Human  Resources 

FAIRFAX,  Pamela  A District  Director 

B.S.,  M.B.A.,  George  Mason  University 
ETHERIDGE,  Bonnie Manager 

B.S.,  Florida  International  University 


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Purchasing  and  Auxiliary  Services 

TUDOR,  Lisa District  Director 

B.B.A.,  University  of  Miami 

Foundation 

GALLOWAY,  Tracey  L District  Director.  Development 

B.B.A.,  Northwood  University 

M.B.A.,  NOVA  Southeastern  University 
SKWEIR,  Lizette Development  Associate 

B.A.,  Kings  College 

Institutional  Effectiveness 

GORDIN,  Patricia  C District  Director 

B.A.,  Rockford  College 

M.B.A.,  University  of  South  Florida 

M.Ed.,  Florida  Gulf  Coast  University 

Academic  Services 

McDowell,  Laurie Dean 

B.S.,  Ball  State  University 
M.S.,  College  of  St.  Francis 

University  Center 

SMITH,  Kathy   Coordinator 

A.A.,  Edison  College 

Upward  Bound 

DAILEY,  Paula Director 

B.A.,  Georgetown  College 
M.Ed.,  Morehead  State  University 

Technology  Services 

TRASK,  Mark District  Director 

B.A.,  Bradley  University 

M.B.A.,  University  of  Wisconsin 
SANKIES,  David Assistant  Director,  Information  &  Security 

A.S.,  Suffolk  County  Community  College 

B.S.,  NY  Institute  of  Technology 

KRENSON,  Lance Manager,  Networks  &  Security 

POLITOWICZ,  Mark Manager,  Technology  Center 

A.  A.,  University  of  Florida 

B.P.S.,  Barry  University 

e-Learning  Center 

KREMSKI  BRONDER,  Lori District  Director 

A.A.S.,  John  A.  Logan  College 

B.S.,  M.S.,  Southem  Illinois  University 
SAVAGE,  Mark Webmaster 

Academic  Technology 

PHETTERPLACE,  Dean Network  Technician 

A. A.,  Edison  College 

(*)  Includes  administration  and  faculty  employed  at  the  time  the  catalog 
is  prepared. 

INSTRUCTION 

Bachelor  of  Applied  Science  Program 

DUNAWAY,  John Professor,  Public 

Safety  Management 
B.A.,  University  of  New  Mexico 
M.A.,  University  of  Northern  Colorado 
Ph.D.,  University  of  Colorado 

Criminal  Justice  Program 

GRESHAM,  Kim Coordinator 

A. A.,  Edison  College 

B.P.A.,  Barry  University 

M.S.,  International  College 
FAHEY,  Dennis Professor 

A.A.,  Ocean  County  College 

B.S.,  Monmouth  College 

M.A.,  Rutgers  State  University 
NISSON,  Michael Professor 

B.S.,  American  University 

M.A.,  George  Washington  University 
VACANT  Professor 


Paralegal  Program 

GRESHAM,  Kim Coordinator 

A. A.,  Edison  College 

B.P.A.,  Barry  University 

M.S.,  International  College 
CONWELL,  Mary  H Professor 

B.A.,  J.D.,  Indiana  University 

Division  of  Arts  and  Sciences 

BEESON,  Robert District  Dean  of  Instruction 

A. A.,  Erie  Community  College 

B.A„  SUNY  Buffalo 

M.DFV.,  D.MIN.,  Wesley  Theological  Seminary 
DENNISON,  Rodney Associate  Dean 

B.S.,  Lincoln  Memorial  University 

M.Ed.,  E.  Tennessee  State  University-Chattanooga 

M.S.,  University  of  Tennessee-Chattanooga 

Ed.D.,  NOVA  Southeastern  University 
MANGENE,  Pam Adjunct  Services  Coordinator 

B.A.,  University  of  Texas 

M.A.,  University  of  New  Hampshire 
BOWDEN,  Dana Adjunct  Services  Coordinator 

B.A.,  University  of  Florida 

M.S.,  Texas  A&M 

Academic  Support  Programs 

NEWELL,  Patricia Associate  District  Dean, 

Academic  Support  Programs 
B.S.,  SUNY-Fredonia 
M.S.,  Ehnira  College 

Student  Success  Programs 

GRISSOM,  Teresa Coordinator 

B.S.,  M.S.,  Eastern  Illinois  University 

GaUery 

BISHOP  Jr.,  Ronald Director 

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 
DO  WD,  Frank Librarian 

B.A.,  Michigan  State  University 

M.L.S.,  University  of  Michigan 
SHULUK,  William Librarian 

B.S.,  Mercy  College 

M.S.,  Long  Island  University 

M.L.S.,  Queen's  College,  CUNY 

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 

DESJARDINS,  Margaret  M Professor 

B.S.,  M.Ed.,  Salem  State  College 
Ed.D.,  NOVA  Southeastern  University 
FOREMAN,  Elizabeth  S Professor 

B.S.,  Mansfield  University 

M.S.Ed.,  Elmira  College 
GRIFFITH,  Barbara Professor 

B.A.,  Midwestern  College 

M.A.,  Oakland  University 
JOHNSON,  Thomas  R  Professor 

B.A.,  Concordia  Senior  College 

M.A.,  University  of  North  Carolina 
LUTHER.  David ; Professor 

B.A.,  University  of  Detroit 

M.A.,  Ph..D.,  Wayne  State  University 
OROBELLO,  Natala Professor 

B.S.,  M.A.,  M.S.,  Long  Island  University 


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MILLER,  Kathia  L Professor 

A.B.,  Cornell  University 

M.A.,  Ph.D.,  Wayne  State  University 
PELOT,  John Professor 

B.A.,  Eckerd  College 

M.F.A.,  University  North  Carolina 

VACANT Professor 

VACANT. Professor 

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 
TUCKER,  William Professor/EAP 

B.S.,  M.A.,  Central  Missouri  State  University 

Speech 

CONNELL,  John  R Professor 

B.A.,  M.A.,  University  of  Central  Florida 

Ph.D.,  University  of  Florida 
WALTERS,  Myra  R  Professor 

B.A.,  M.A.,  University  of  Alabama 

Humanities 

CHASE,  Wendy   Professor 

B.A„  M.A.,  Ph.D.,  Florida  State  University 
HAYES,  John  C Professor 

B.A.,  Eckerd  College 

M.L.A.,  University  of  South  Florida 
HOOVER,  Dale Professor 

B.A.,  West  Chester  State  University 

M.A.,  Indiana  State  University 

Ph.D.,  Ohio  State  University 
ROOKS,  Sharon  E Professor 

B.A.,  Emory  &  Henry  College 

M.A.,  University  of  Tennessee 

Ph.D.,  Florida  State  University 

Music 

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 

Ethics/Philosophy 

SWANSON,  Russell Professor 

B.A.,  Flagler  College 

M.A.,  Ph.D.,  Florida  State  University 

History 

DONNELLY,  Ginger Professor 

A. A.,  Broward  Community  College 

B.A.,  M.A.,  Florida  Atlantic  University 
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 
HAGAN,  III,  Samuel  J Professor 

A. A.,  Georgia  Military  College 

A.B.,  M.S.,  Ph.D.,  University  of  Georgia- Athens 

Sociology/Psychology 

CAMPBELL,  Lee Professor 

C.A.S.,  John  Hopkins  University 
M.Ed.,  Antioch  University 
Ph.D.,  Union  Institute 


DeWEES,  Mari Professor 

B.A.,  University  of  Florida 
M.A.,  Aubum  University 

Mathematics 

AXELROD,  Rona Professor 

B.A.,  University  of  Rochester 

M.S.,  Rutgers  State  University 
BERTHL\UME,  Scott Professor 

B.A.,  Worcester  State  College 

M.A.,  University  of  Virginia 
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  R Professor 

B.S.,  Emory  University 

M.A.,  Washington  University 

VACANT Professor 

RANSFORD,  Donald Professor 

B.S.,  M.S.,  Indiana  State  University 
SALEM,  John Professor 

B.A.,  Pennsylvania  State  University 

M.A.,  NOVA  Southeastern  University 
SMITH,  Christine Professor 

B.E.,  University  of  Toledo 

M.E.,  University  of  South  Florida 

Ed.S.,  NOVA  Southeastern  University 
SMITH,  Ronald Professor 

B.S.,  University  of  Illinois 

M.S.,  Southern  Illinois  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 
WARD,  James Professor 

B.S.,  Tuskegee  University 

M.A.,  University  of  Michigan 
WARREN,  Donald  M Professor 

B.S.,  Bucknell  University 

M.A.,  Villanova  University 

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 
BLACK,  Cheryl  Professor 

B.S.,  Kent  State  University 

M.S.,  Virginia  Commonwealth  University 
GRONLUND,  Kathryn  J Professor 

A.A.,  A.S.,  Rainy  River  Community  College 

B.S.,  B.A.S.,  M.S.,  University  of  Minnesota 
O'NEAL,  Lyman Professor 

B.A.,  Oakland  City  College 

M.S.,  Ph.D.,  University  of  Minnesota 
PRABHU,  Nirmala  V. Professor 

B.S.,  M.S.,  University  of  India-Madras 

M.S.,  University  of  Georgia 
ROMEO,  Peggy Professor 

B.S.,  Fairmont  State  College 

M.S.,  West  Virginia  University 
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 


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Chemistry 

BURNS,  Robert Professor 

B.A.,  Rutgers  State  University 

Ph.D.,  Iowa  State  University 
DONALDSON,  Kurt  D Professor 

B.S.,  University  of  Alabama 

Ph.D.,  Florida  State  University 
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 

Physical  Science 

McGARITY,  Lisa  Ann Professor 

B.A.,  M.S.,  University  of  Montana 

Ed.D.,  University  of  Central  Florida 
MANACHERIL,  George  T   Professor 

B.S.,  M.S.,  University  of  Kerala-India 

Physics 

COMAN,  Marius   Professor 

B.A.,  University  of  Bucharest 

M.S.,  Florida  International  University 

Ph.D.,  Florida  International  University 
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 
GROVE,  Jennifer Professor 

B.A.,  M.A.,  University  of  South  Florida 
ROTONDA,  Violeta Professor 

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 
EGGLESTON,  Sabine  Professor 

B.A.,  University  of  South  Florida 

M.A.,  Florida  Gulf  Coast  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  Virginia 

Reading  -  DLA 

LEMASTER,  Melanie  M Professor 

B.Ed.,  M.Ed.,  Shippenburg  University 
TYE,  Jesslyn Professor 

B.S.,  Florida  Southern  College 

M.A.,  University  of  South  Florida 

Division  of  Professional  and  Technical  Studies 

ROSHON,  William District  Dean  of  Instruction 

B.S.,  Ohio  University 
M.S.,  Barry  University 

Internship  Program 

HOFFMAN,  Lana Coordinator 

B.S.,  Centenary  College 

M.B.A.,  William  Paterson  University 

Business  and  Technology 

FOY,  Dennette  T Coordinator 

A.A.,  Edison  College 

B.S.,  M.Ed.,  University  of  South  Florida 


Continuing  Education 

BROV/N  II,  John District  Director 

B.A.  West  Liberty  State  College 
M.B.A.,  IMPAC  University 

Golf  Course  Operations 

BERNDT,  William  L Coordinator 

B.S.  Central  Michigan  University 
M.A.,  Ph.D.,  Michigan  State  University 

Fire  Science  Technology 

DEML,  Dan  Professor 

B.S.,  Cardinal  Stritch  University 

M.P.A.,  City  University  of  Washington 
REED,  Sheldon  P. Coordinator 

A.S.,  St.  Petersburg  Junior  College 

B.P.A.,  Barry  University 

Early  Childhood  Education 

SCHAEFFER,  Elaine Coordinator 

B.S.,  Lesley  University 

M.P.H.,  Newton  College  of  the  Sacred  Heart 

Accounting 

BIGGETT,  Earl  S Professor 

B.B.A.,  lona  College 

M.B.A.,  St.  John's  University 
BUGGER,  Leroy Professor 

B.S.,  Southern  Illinois  University 

M.B.A.,  Southern  Illinois  University 
MC  CARTNEY  KING,  Stephanie Professor 

B.S.,  M.B.A.,  West  Virginia  University 

Business 

HAYDEN,  Michael  D Professor 

B.A.,  Amherst  College 

M.B.A.,  University  of  Colorado 
OLFVER,  David  G Professor 

B.S.,  New  England  College 

M.B.A.,  American  Intemational  College 

Computer  Programming  and  Analysis 

BUCZYNA,  Roberta Professor 

A. A.,  Edison  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 
SMITH,  Charles  E Professor 

A. A.,  Edison  College 

B.S.,  Troy  State  University 

M.A.,  Webster  University 

Drafting  and  Design 

DAMBROSE,  Albert  Professor 

A.A.,  Edison  College 

B.A.,  M.A.,  University  of  Florida 

Economics 

CLARK,  Cathy Professor 

B.S.,  Campbellsville  College 

M.B.A.,  Moorehead  State  University 
VACANT  Professor 

Internet  Services  Technology 

HUMBERTO,  Gil Professor 

M.I.T.,  American  Intercontinental  University 

Networking  Services  Technology 

DUBETZ,  Martin Professor 

B.S.,  Kettering  University 
M.S.,  Wayne  State  University 
Ph.D.,  University  of  Alberta  (Canada) 


185 


Health  Professions 

LEWIS,  Mary Associate  District  Dean 

B.S.N.,  University  of  Wisconsin 
M.B.A.,  International  University 
M.S.N.,  Barry  University 
Ed.D.,  University  of  Central  Florida 

Emergency  Medical  Services 

VACANT District  Director 

CLEMENS,  Christine Coordinator,  EMT 

B.A.,  Indiana  University  of  Pennsylvania 
ZIOMEK,  Jeffrey Coordinator,  EMT 

A.A.S.,  Niagara  County  Community  College 

B.S.,  Empire  State  College 
VACANT Clinical  Coordinator 

Cardiovascular  Technologies 

DAVIS,  Robert  Jeffrey  Coordinator,  CVT  Program 

A. A.,  A.S.,  Edison  College 
B.S.,  University  of  South  Florida 

Dental  Hygiene  and  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 Dental  Clinical  Supervisor 

D.D.S.,  Temple  University 
PATTERSON,  Jill Clinical  Coordinator 

A.S.,  Pensacola  Junior  College 

B.S.,  University  of  West  Florida 

Radiologic  Technology 

MAYHEW,  James Coordinator 

B.S.,  Columbia  Union  College 

M.S.,  Ferris  State  University 
SWANSON,  Coleen Clinical  Coordinator 

A.S.,  Northeastem  University 

B.S.,  International  College 
COSTELLO,  Nancy Clinical  Coordinator 

A.S.,  Edison  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, 

Cardiovascular  Technology, 
Respiratory  Care  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 
JOHNSON,  Anita Coordinator 

B.S.N.,  M.A.,  Bethel  College 
ARCIDL\CONO,  Patricia Coordinator 

B.S.,  Fairleigh  Dickinson  University 

M.A.,  New  York  University 
HOLBROOK,  Bobby  R Coordinator 

A.S.,  Edison  College 

B.S.N.,  Florida  Gulf  Coast  University 
OGILB  Y,  Terry Clinical  Supervisor.  Nursing  Lab 

M.S.N.,  M.PH,  University  of  South  Florida 

Ph.D.,  Capella  University 


EBAUGH,  Debra Clinical  Supervisor.  Nursing  Lab 

B.S.,  Valdosta  State  College 

M.S.N.,  University  of  Miami 
BERNATH,  Susan  D Professor 

B.S.N.,  The  Ohio  State  University 

M.S.N.,  Florida  International  University 

VACANT  Professor 

DEHANEY-DUFFUS,  Cassandra Professor 

B.S.N.,  Saint  Joseph  College 
GELLERMAN,  Lynn Professor 

B.S.N.,  Jewish  College  Hospital  of  Nursing 

M.S.N.,  Florida  Gulf  Coast  University 
GORSKI,  Regina  Professor 

B.S.,  Olivet  Nazarene  University 

M.S.N.,  Governors  State  University 
HEREIN,  Marilyn Professor 

B.S.N.,  UCLA 

M.S.N.,  University  of  New  Mexico 

J.D.,  University  of  California 
MORRISON,  Marie  A Professor 

R.N.,  Geisinger  Medical  Center  of  Nursing 

B.A.,  Ottawa  University 

M.A.,  M.S.N.,  University  of  South  Florida 
ROTHWELL,  Sharon Professor 

B.S.N.,  University  of  South  Florida 

M.S.N.,  University  of  Miami 
TENRREIRO,  Kathleen Professor 

B.S.N.,  University  of  Rhode  Island 

M.S.,  University  of  South  Florida 
VICTOR,  Chitra Professor 

B.S.,  M.S.C.,  Christian  Medical  College 
WEEKS,  Deborah Professor 

A.A.,  B.S.N.,  M.S.N.,  University  of  Florida 

Advanced  Placement  Program 

BOGAR,  Catherine Professor 

B.S.,  The  Ohio  State  University 

M.S.N.,  University  of  Akron 
DAWSON,  Phyllis   Professor 

B.S.N.,  College  of  Mt.  St.  Joseph 

M.S.N.,  University  of  Kentucky 
TRACEY,  Gail  L Professor 

A.S.,  Edison  College 

B.S.N.,  M.S.N.,  University  of  South  Florida 

Ed.D.,  University  of  Central  Florida 
WETZEL.  Gayle Professor 

B.S.N.,  Florida  State  University 

M.S.N.,  University  of  Arizona 

Honorary  Administration 

ROBINSON,  David  G.President  Emeritus 

Honorary  Faculty 

HENDERSON,  Lee  G. 
WATTENBARGER,  James  L. 


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Dr.  Wendy  Chase  and  husband  Steve  enjoy  a 
picnic  lunch  on  campus.  Professor  Chase 
(right)  teaches  Humanities  on  the  Lee  Campus. 


GLOSSARY  OF  TERMS 


AA-Associate  in  Arts  Degree.  A  two-year  program  of 
instruction  consisting  of  courses  offered  to  freshmen  and 
sophomores  intending  to  enter  baccalaureate  programs.  All 
AA  courses  are  advanced  and  professional  in  nature. 

Academic  Support  Programs-A  math,  reading  and 
writing  support  center  for  scheduled  classes,  referrals,  and 
drop-in  students  needing  help  with  academic  reading,  writ- 
ing and  math  projects 

Accreditation-Certification  that  a  college  meets  a  set 
of  criteria  established  by  one  of  six  private,  nonprofit,  vol- 
untary regional  accrediting  associations. 

Add/Drop-The  procedure  used  to  alter  class  sched- 
ules after  initial  registration  and  through  the  first  week  of 
the  semester  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  two-year  program 
of  instruction  consisting  of  college  level  courses  to  pre- 
pare for  entry  into  employment.  All  AS  courses  are  ad- 
vanced and  professional  or  postsecondary  vocational 
courses. 

ACT-Enhanced  (ACT-E)-American  College  Testing 
Program.  One  of  the  assessment  tests  accepted  for  entry/ 
placement  at  Edison. 

Articulation  Agreement-State  Board  of  Education 
rules  that  establish  provisions  to  facilitate  the  smooth  tran- 
sition of  students  through  the  secondary,  community  col- 
lege and  university  educational  systems. 

Audit-A  college  credit  course  taken  for  informational 
instruction  only.  College  credit  is  not  earned  and  regular 
fees  are  assessed.  Testing  and  course  pre-and  co-requisites 
apply. 

Baccalaureate  (Bachelor's)-A  degree  obtained  by 
completing  120+  credit  hours.  The  first  60  hours  are  usu- 
ally made  up  of  general  education  classes  and  the  final  60+ 
hours  consist  of  major-specific  coursework. 

Career  Center-The  Center  provides  students  and 
alumni  with  a  full  range  of  career  and  employment  ser- 
vices including  career  planning  and  assessment,  occupa- 
tional information,  internships,  job  listings,  and  employ- 
ment assistance. 


Catalog-A  resource  of  academic  policies,  procedures, 
college  and  degree  requirements,  faculty  and  course  de- 
scriptions, published  yearly  (but  subject  to  change). 

CLAST  Alternative-Refers  to  one  of  the  approved 
alternatives  that  satisfies  one  or  more  subtests  of  the  CLAST 
requirement.  These  alternatives  include  a  combinafion  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  pass- 
ing score  is  required  for  awarding  of  credit  applicable  to- 
ward a  degree.  Information  is  available  in  the  Counseling, 
Advising  and  Assessment  Center 

Continuing  Education-A  variety  of  non-credit  sub- 
jects 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 
assessed  by  examination.  This  process  may  also  include  an 
assessment  of  professional  certification.  Examples  include: 
Advanced  Placement,  CLEP,  FL  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  re- 
flect approximately  the  total  hours  a  student  spends  per 
week  in  class.  For  example,  a  student  enrolled  in  ENC  1  lOI 
(3  credits)  spends  approximately  three  hours  per  week  for 
approximately  15  weeks  in  class. 

Credit  in  Escrow-Enrollment  at  Edison  College  by 
eligible  high  school  students.  Permission  of  high  school 
principal  or  designee  is  required. 

Degree-Seeking  Status-A  student  whose  admission 
requirements  have  been  ftilly  met  and  who  is  working  to- 
ward a  degree. 


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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  educa- 
tional institutions  (a  high  school  and  a  community  college) 
concurrently.  See  your  high  school  counselor  for  informa- 
tion. 

Early  Admission-Full-time  enrollment  at  Edison  by 
eligible  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  reaching  their  academic  goals. 

Edison  University  Center-An  alliance  between 
Edison  College  and  specific  baccalaureate  degree  granting 
colleges  and  universities  that  allows  Edison  College  gradu- 
ates to  pursue  various  bachelor's  degrees  while  remaining 
at  an  Edison  campus. 

Effective  Catalog-Contingent  upon  a  student's  con- 
tinuous enrollment,  the  catalog  in  effect  at  the  time  a  stu- 
dent first  enrolls  governs  the  student's  graduation  require- 
ments. 

EGL-The  Edison  Guiding  Light  program  consists  of 
student  assistants  who  work  in  the  Office  of  Student  De- 
velopment. They  assist  in  student  recruitment  and  reten- 
tion. 

eLearning-The  systematic  effort  to  reach  potential 
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. 

Fee-A  non-refundable  financial  charge  for  services 
rendered,  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  stu- 
dents who  transfer  from  another  institution  and  apply  for 
financial  assistance  at  Edison. 

FCELPT-(Florida  College  Entry  Level  Placement 
Test)  is  an  academic  assessment  used  for  placement  into 
either  college  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  se- 
mester hours  of  basic  liberal  arts  courses  required  as  foun- 
dation in  the  Associate  in  Arts  degree  program. 

Gordon  Rule  —State  Board  Rule  6A  -  10.030  states 
the  following:  (a)  Six  (6)  semester  hours  of  English 
coursework  and  six  (6)  semester  hours  of  additional 
coursework  in  which  the  student  is  required  to  demonstrate 
college-level  writing  skills  through  multiple  assignments. 
Each  institution  shall  designate  the  courses  that  fulfill  the 
writing  requirements  of  this  section.  These  course 
designations  shall  be  submitted  to  the  Statewide  Course 
Numbering  System.  An  institution  to  which  a  student 
transfers  shall  accept  courses  so  designated  by  the  sending 
institution  as  meeting  the  writing  requirements  outlined  in 
this  section.  Within  the  mathematics  area,  completion  of 
specific  courses  is  required. 

Grade-Alphabetical  measures  of  academic  success 
ranging  from  excellent  (A)  to  failure  (F). 

Grade  Forgiveness-A  method  by  which  students  may 
repeat  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  cred- 
its attempted,  credits  earned  and  grades  earned. 

Grant-Non-repayable  financial  aid  funds  awarded  for 
college  expenses  to  qualified  students. 

International  Diversity  Classes-Florida  State  Univer- 
sity may  require  students  to  take  courses  that  have  an  inter- 
national 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  em- 
ployment or  seek  desired  employment/volunteer  experi- 
ences to  incorporate  their  academic  learning  into  real-world 
experience.  Offered  through  the  Career  Center. 

Limited  Access/Enrollment-A  designation  given  to 
programs  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. 


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Major-A  group  of  related  courses  that  constitute  a  fo- 
cused 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. 

Non-credit-A  course  for  which  college  credit  is  not 
granted. 

Part-time  status-Enrollment  in  11  or  fewer  credit 
hours  in  a  Fall,  Spring  or  Summer  semester. 

Placement  Testing-Initial  testing  and  subsequent 
evaluation  of  students  to  aid  in  placement  and  progress  in 
reading  comprehension,  writing,  English,  arithmetic  and 
algebra. 

Prerequisite-A  course  which  must  be  satisfactorily 
completed  before  entering  a  related  course. 

PSAV-Post  secondary  adult  vocational  certificate  pro- 
grams are  based  upon  clock  hours  instead  of  credit  hours. 
Coursework  leads  directly  to  specific  jobs  such  as  Dental 
Assisting. 

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 
completed.  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  Of- 
fice 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 
assessment  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 

representatives  of  the  student  body  to  the  administration  in 
matters  concerning  student  life. 


Medieval  performer  and  Edison  student  entertaining  the  crowd  at  the  Lee  Campus  Student 
Appreciation  Day. 


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BOOKSTORE  OFFERS 
TEXTBOOKS,  SUPPLIES  & 
GIFTS 

Bookstores  are  located  on  each  campus.  They  carry 
the  required  books  for  courses  at  Edison  College  as  well  as 
supplemental  materials.  The  bookstores  carry  supplies  for 
writing,  nursing  students,  art,  and  engineering.  Imprinted 
clothing,  class  rings,  and  other  memorabilia  can  be  pur- 
chased there.  General  items  such  as  greeting  cards,  calcu- 
lators and  tape  recorders  are  also  sold,  in  addition  to  edu- 
cationally 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  and  in  original  package  if  purchased  new. 

3.  Returned  within  specified  time  (it  is  the  responsibility 

of  the  student  to  observe  the  refund  date  posted  in 
the  store). 

4.  Picture  I.D.  is  required. 

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Computer  Lab  Hours* 


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Learning  Resources 

Learning  Resources  Centers  are  located  on  each  cam- 
pus with  services  to  Hendry  and  Glades  counties.  Edison 
College  students  have  access  to  approximately  78,680  vol- 
umes. Campus  distribution  is  as  follows:  Charlotte  approxi- 
mately 9,300  titles;  Collier  approximately  9,200  titles;  and 
the  remainder  at  Lee.  An  expanding  collection  of  about 
3,000  electronic  books  (E-books)  is  available  through 
Internet  access  to  LINCC.  Approximately  7,000  videos 
and  4,000  DVD's  for  classroom  use,  over  4,000  videos  and 
DVDs  for  distance  courses,  plus  related  AV  classroom 
materials  are  available. 

Electronic  resources,  including  over  72  full  text  re- 
search databases,  play  an  important  role  in  Learning  Re- 
sources. Students  have  access  to  the  joint  catalog  of  the  28 
Florida  community  colleges  through  LINCC  (Library  In- 
formation Network  for  Community  Colleges),  as  well  as 
resource  sharing  through  courier  delivery.  In  addition,  the 
catalogs  of  the  State  University  System  with  reciprocal 
borrowing  privileges  expand  student  and  faculty  research 
beyond  the  institutional  level. 

Internet,  and  DVD  access  is  provided  at  each  campus. 
At  the  Lee  campus  the  Electronic  Learning  Facility  is  avail- 
able to  classes.  Over  60  computers  are  available  in  the  ref- 
erence area  for  students  and  the  public.  Charlotte  and  Collier 
campuses  also  have  similar  electronic  facilities. 


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Policies  and  handouts  detailing  specific  services  are 
available  at  the  individual  libraries  or  online  from  the  Edison 
homepage  under  Learning  Resources. 

The  hours  for  Learning  Resources  are  as  follows:* 


CHARLOTTE  CAMPUS 

Monday-Thursday 

Friday 

Saturday 

COLLIER  CAMPUS 

Monday-Thursday 
Friday 

LEE  CAMPUS 

Monday-Thursday 
Friday 
Saturday 
Sunday 


(941)  637-5620 

7:30  am-9:00  pm 
7:30am-5:30pm 
8:00am-2:00pm 

(239) 732-3774 
7:30  am-9:00  pm 
8:00  am-4:00  pm 

(239)  489-9303 

7:30  am-9:00  pm 

7:30am-5:00pm 

10:00  am-6:00pm 

10:00  pm-6:00pm 


*  Hours  for  Learning  Resources  change  during  the  sum- 
mer and  on  holiday  weekends. 


Technology  Help  Desk 

Students,  Faculty  and  Staff 

Get  Computer  Help 

Call  extension  1202 
(239)  489-9202  from  Off-Campus 


What  you  CAN  expect: 

A  competent  and  well  trained  Help  Desk  staff 
Fewer  calls  going  to  voicemail 
Shorter  "time  to  answer" 

A  service  that  can  handle  80%  -  90%  of  the  calls 
over  the  phone  and  will  escalate  the  remaining 
calls  to  specialized  Technology  Services  staff 
promptly. 

Resolution  of  the  calls  that  typically  involve 
password,  login,  network  or  internet  cormectiv- 
ity,  basic  email,  WebCT,  basic  desktop  applica- 
tion (i.e.;  Microsoft  Office)  questions  and 
similar  issues. 

Verification  of  your  identity  is  needed  for 
security.  If  you  need  help  changing  your 
password  or  PIN,  the  staff  will  request  your 
name  and  the  last  4  digits  of  your  SSN  to  verify 
your  identity  in  Banner  or  WebCT. 


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INDEX 


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Academic  Advising  Services 56 

Academic  Calendar 12 

Academic  Petition 32 

Academic  Policies  &  Procedures 41 

Academic  Probation 56 

Academic  Programs  of  Study 76 

Academic  Second  Chance 31 

Academic  Support  Programs 47 

Academic  Suspension 56 

Academic  Warning 56 

Accounting  Applications  Certificate  Requirements 114 

Accounting  Course  Descriptions 129 

Accounting  Technology  AS  Degree  Requirements 90 

Accreditation 1 

Administration,  Faculty  and  Staff 182 

Admissions 13 

Admissions  Requirements,  Health  Professions  15 

Advanced  Placement 24 

American  Disability  Act 72 

Anthropology  Course  Descriptions 129 

Anatomy  Course  Descriptions 174 

Appeal  of  Petition  Decision 32 

Application  Fees 34 

Art  Course  Descriptions 129 

Astronomy  Course  Descriptions 175 

Assessment  Services 55 

Associate  in  Arts  Program  Guide 84 

Associate  in  Science  Programs 90 

Audit  Students 20 

Bachelor  of  Public  Safety  Management  Degree  Program 82 

Banking  and  Finance  Course  Descriptions 130 

Basic  Use  of  Computers 41 

Beepers,  Cellular  Phones,  and  Pagers 41 

Biology  Course  Descriptions 175 

Board  of  Trustees 4 

Bookstore 191 

Buckley  Amendment 32 

Building  Construction  Course  Descriptions 140 

Business  Administration  AS  Degree  Requirements 91 

Business/Management/Finance  Course  Descriptions 130 

Calendar  (College) 12 

Campus  Maps 8 

Campus  Violence  Prevention  Policy 71 

Cardiovascular  Technology  AS  Degree  Requirements 92 

Cardiovascular  Technology  Course  Descriptions 133 

Center  for  Professional  Development 78 

Certificate  Programs 114 

Charlotte  Campus 8 

Chemistry  Course  Descriptions 176 

Children  or  Family  Members  in  the  Classroom 41 

Class  Attendance,  Absence 41 

Class  Cancellations 41 

CLAST  (College  Level  Academic  Skills  Test) 49 

CLAST  Waiver  Requests 52 

CLEP 25 

College  Level  Academic  Skills  Competencies  (CLASP) 49 

College  Policies 68 

College  Preparatory  Program 47 


College  Rights 19 

Collier  Campus 9 

Computational  Skills 49 

Computer  Lab  Hours 191 

Computer  Programming  and  Analysis 

AS  Degree  Requirements 93 

Computer  Programming  Certificate 

Requirements  1 15 

Computer  Science  Course  Descriptions 133 

Continuing  Education 78 

Counseling  Services 55 

Course  Descriptions 129 

Course  Information 128 

Course  Outline  and  Course  Syllabus 41 

Credit  Based  on  ACE  Recommendations 27 

Credit  from  Military  Schools 27 

Credit  Hour  Fee 34 

Credit  in  Escrow 23 

Crime  Scene  Technology  AS  Degree  Requirements 94 

Crime  Scene  Technology  Certificate  Requirements 116 

Criminal  Justice  Course  Descriptions 136 

Criminal  Justice  Technology  AS  Degree  Requirements 95 

Dean's  List 41 

Degree  Acceleration  Programs 23 

Dental  Assisting  Certificate  Requirements 117 

Dental  Hygiene  AS  Degree  Requirements 96 

Dental  Assisting  and  Hygiene  Course  Descriptions 138 

Disciplinary  Probation  &  Suspension 64 

Drafting  and  Design  Course  Descriptions 140 

Drafting  and  Design  Technology 

AS  Degree  Requirements 97 

Drop/Add  Periods 20 

Drug  Free  Campus 69 

Dual  Enrollment 23 

Early  Childhood  Education  AS  Degree  Requirements 98 

Early  Childhood  Education  Course  Descriptions 142 

Early  Admissions 23 

Economics  Course  Descriptions 143 

Edison  University  Center 80 

Education  Course  Descriptions 143 

Educator  Preparation  Institute 79 

Effective  Catalog  Policy 20 

eLeaming  Courses 88 

Emergency  Medical  Services  Course  Descriptions 143 

Emergency  Medical  Services  Technology 

AS  Degree  Requirements  99 

Emergency  Medical  Technology: 

EMT  Certificate  Requirements 118 

English  Language  Course  Descriptions 145 

English  for  Academic  Purposes  Course  Descriptions 145 

Enrollment  Verification 31 

Environmental  Science 177 

Evaluation  of  Transfer  Credit 16 

Eye  Care  Technician  Certificate 119 

Faculty  Office  Hours 42 

Fees  34 

FERPA 31 


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Final  Exam  Schedule 20 

Final  Grade  Reports 32 

Financial  Aid  Information 35 

Fine  Arts  Programs  58 

Fire  Science  Technology  AS  Degree  Requirements 100 

Fire  Science  Technology  Course  Descriptions 148 

Florida  College  Entry  Level  Placement  Test 55 

Florida  Statewide  Course  Numbering  System 128 

Foreign  Language  Course  Descriptions 150 

Foreign  Language  Requirement 53 

Foreign  Students  (See  International  Students) 15 

General  Education  Agreement 53 

Geography  Course  Descriptions 150 

Geology  Course  Descriptions 177 

Gerontology  Course  Descriptions 150 

Glossary  of  Terms 187 

Golf  Course  Operations  AS  Degree  Requirements 101 

Golf  Course  Operations  Course  Descriptions 151 

Gordon  Rule 188 

Grade  Corrections 42 

Grade  Forgiveness  Policy 42 

Grade  Point  System 42 

Grade  Reports 42 

Graduation  Requirements 54 

Grants 35 

Grievance  Policy. 73 

Health  and  Wellness  Course  Descriptions 153 

Hendry/Glades  Information 7 

History  Course  Descriptions 153 

History  of  the  College 7 

Honors  Research 43 

Honors  Scholar  Program 46 

Horticulture  Course  Descriptions 154 

Hospitality  Course  Descriptions 131 

Human  Services  Course  Descriptions 154 

Humanities  Course  Descriptions 154 

I.D.  Cards 20 

Incomplete  Grades 43 

Individualized  Study 43 

Information  (Helpful) 190 

Information  Services  Course  Descriptions 155 

Interdisciplinary  Science  Course  Descriptions 174 

International  Baccalaureate  Program 26 

International  Students 15 

Internet  Services  Technology  AS  Degree  Requirements 102 

Internship  Program 77 

Internship  Course  Descriptions 131 

Late  Registration  Fee 21 

Laws  Affecting  Students 66 

Learning  Resources  Charges 44 

Lee  Campus 10 

Library  (Learning  Resources) 191 

Literature  Course  Descriptions 145 

Loans 35 

Maps  of  Campus 8 

Marine  Science 177 

Mathematics  Course  Descriptions 155 

Maximum  Course  Attempts 21 

Maximum  Course  Attempts  Policy 44 


Maximum  Student  Class  Load 20 

Media  Course  Descriptions 157 

Minority  Student  Services 59 

Mission  Statement 6 

Multiple  Attempt  Course  Surcharge 21 

Music  Course  Descriptions 157 

National  Guard  Fee  Exemption 37 

Network  Specialist  Certificate  Requirements 120 

Networking  Administrator 

AS  Degree  Requirements 103 

Non-Degree  Seeking  Students 16 

Nursing  AS  Degree  Requirements 104 

Nursing  Course  Descriptions 159 

Nutrition  Course  Descriptions 178 

Oceanography  Course  Descriptions 177 

OpticianryAS  Degree  Requirements 107 

Opticianry  Course  Descriptions  163 

Ophthalmic  Laboratory  Technician  Certificate 

Requirements 121 

Orientation 56 

Paralegal  Studies  Course  Descriptions 164 

Paralegal  Studies  AS  Degree  Requirements 108 

Paramedic  Certificate  Program 122 

Payment  of  Registration  Fees 21 

Peer  Tutorial  Program 58 

Petitions 32 

Philosophy  Course  Descriptions 165 

Physics  Course  Descriptions 178 

Physical  Therapist  Assistant  Course  Descriptions 166 

Physical  Therapist  Assistant  AS  Degree  Requirements 109 

Placement  Testing 55 

Political  Science  Course  Descriptions 168 

Privacy  Rights 32 

Probation  After  Suspension 56 

Programs  for  Students  with  Disabilities 48 

Program  Offerings 76 

Psychology  Course  Descriptions 169 

Radiologic  Technology  AS  Degree  Requirements 110 

Radiologic  Technology  Course  Descriptions 170 

Rauschenberg  Gallery  of  Fine  Arts 58 

Reading  Course  Descriptions 173 

Readmission 16 

Real  Estate  Course  Descriptions 132 

Records 31 

Refund  Policy 21 

Registration 20 

Repayment  of  Title  IV  Funds 35 

Residency  Rules/Guidelines 17 

Respiratory  Care  AS  Degree  Requirements 1 1 1 

Respiratory  Care  Course  Descriptions 173 

Sail    47 

Scholarships 38 

Science  Course  Descriptions 174 

Security  Policy  and  Statistics 72 

Servicemember's  Opportunity  College 27 

Small  Business  Management  Certificate  Requirements 123 

SOAR  Program 48 

Sociology  Course  Descriptions 178 

Speech  Course  Descriptions 178 


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Standards  of  Academic  Progress  (SOAP) 56 

State  Articulation  Agreement 53 

State  Statutes  and  College  Policy  Affecting  Students 66 

Student  Activities 58 

Student  Classifications 21 

Student  Conduct 60 

Student  Discipline  and  Hearing  Procedures 61 

Student  Government  Association 59 

Student  Life 58 

Student  Life  Skills  Course  Descriptions 179 

Student  Online  Services  Access 21 

Student  Organizations 59 

Student  Participation  in  Decision  Making 58 

Student  Review  of  Instruction 44 

Student  Rights  and  Responsibilities 60 

Student  Support  Services 57 

Student  Surveys  44 

Substitution  Policy  For  Students  With  Disabilities 33 

Technology  Help  Desk 192 

Testing  Services 55 

Textbook  Selection  Process 45 

Theater  Arts  Course  Descriptions 179 

Traffic  Regulations 64 

Transcripts 33 

Transfer  Students 16 

Transient  Students 17 

Tuition  and  Fees 34 

Turf  Equipment  Technology  Certificate  Requirements 124 

University  Transfer 52 

Upward  Bound 57 

Veterans  Information 37 

Visual  Assessment  Certificate  Requirements 125 

Withdrawing  from  courses 21 

Withdrawal  Policy 41 

Word-Processing  or  Typing  Policy 45 

Work-Study  Programs 35 

Written  Concerns  or  Complaints .' 60 


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