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Degree and General Requirements • Associate in Applied Science (AAS) • Associate in Arts (AA) • Associate in Science (AS) • General Education Requirements • Graduation • Declaration of Graduation Candidacy • Graduation with Honors • Certificate Programs • Standards for Academic Progress • Academic Grievance Procedure |
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Degree
and General Requirements
Satisfaction of the equivalent of a semester's course of study (12 credits) at BCC. This is the College's residency requirement and is most important for transfer students. The Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS) This degree is awarded to graduates of curricula in these fields of study.
Curriculum Requirements a. The minimum number of credits in a student's major field as determined by each academic department. These are courses intrinsic to, and required by, the various curriculums. b. A minimum of 20 credits in Liberal Arts and Sciences courses
will include: c. Satisfactory completion of all courses in a curriculum or as approved in a department. d. Summer clinical experience required for graduation in curricula noted. The Associate in Arts Degree (AA) This degree is awarded to students who complete the following requirements. a. English: 9 credits, including ENG 110, 111, and 220. b. History: a minimum of 6-9 credits including HIS 116 and 117, 130 or 131. c. Foreign Language: high school exemption or Beginning II d. Humanities: (3 credits in Literature, Philosophy or Humanities). e. Mathematics: based on high school preparation and SUNY General Education requirement, and BCC requirement, (see page 73). f. Natural and Physical Sciences: a minimum of 8 credits. g. Social Sciences: a minimum of 6 credits including 3 in designated citizenship courses. h. Electives: 10-25 credits. A maximum of 16 credits may be taken outside the offerings in Liberal Arts and Sciences. i. Completion of two writing emphasis "W" courses. j. Physical Education: 1 "Fitness" course credit. k. Arts: 3 credits in ART, MUSIC, THEATER l. Satisfactory completion of all courses in a curriculum, or as approved, in a department. The Associate in Science Degree (AS) This degree is awarded to graduates in these fields of study:
A.S. Curriculum Requirements: a. At least 30 credits in the humanities, natural sciences, mathematics, and social sciences. b. Physical Education - 1 credit of Fitness PED for Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering Science, and Liberal Arts and Related Careers students. c. Two writing emphasis "W" courses. d. Satisfaction of General Education requirements. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
General Education at BCC: 1. communicate effectively orally and in writing and (SUNY #10) acquire information management skills. (SUNY #12) - Students take ENG 110, and/or 111, and 220, and two writing emphasis W courses; information management skills are taught in a variety of courses across the curriculum. 2. think clearly and critically. (SUNY #11) - Students will achieve competence in critical thinking in courses across the curriculum. 3. become sensitive to the ethical dilemmas of daily life and experienced in moral reasoning, discourse, and (SUNY #11) judgment. - Courses in various curricula and programs will integrate moral reasoning and argument; social science/civic education courses explicitly include moral reasoning in student learning outcomes. 4. exercise one's right and obligation to be informed about and participate competently in civic affairs. (SUNY #3 and #4) - Students take designated social science courses which address this goal.** 5. acquire a global outlook and appreciate human and cultural diversity. (SUNY #5 and #6) - in addition to study of non-western cultures required in many transfer programs, global and cross-cultural inquiry is integral to social science courses. 6. gain facility in quantitative analysis, and acquire knowledge of scientific and technological concepts, (SUNY #1) procedures, achievements, and concerns. (SUNY #2) 7. maintain good health and fitness. 8. make connections through the extra curriculum.
** ECO 110/111, SOC 110/111, SOS 101/111/120, HIS 130/131, POS 201/203/204, CTP 275 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Writing Emphasis Courses What is a W course? A W course is a Writing Emphasis course, a course in a disipline other than English (ENG courses are not W courses) in which students use writing to think and to learn as well as to communicate. Writing about the subject matter is integral to the course. Many courses have been designated Writing Emphasis or W courses. A W course will always have a W as part of the course number. For instance, MAT 120W01 is a Writing Emphasis section of the course Mathematics for Elementary Education II. A student must successfully complete two (2) W courses to fulfill degree requirements. The W courses must be taken after the student successfully completes ENG 110 College Writing I. At least one W course-but preferably two-must be completed before the student takes ENG 220 Communicating About Ideas and Values. Students should consult the master schedule and speak with an advisor before choosing an appropriate W course. The complete list of W courses for each semester can be found on the Writing Resource website at http://web.sunybroome.edu/writingresources/. Writing Emphasis Module The Writing Emphasis or W Module, attached to a course section not designated, at least in a particular semester, as a Writing Emphasis or W course section, is arranged collaboratively by the instructor of the course section and the student, who must petition for approval of the Module by the Writing Initiatives Committee in conjuction with the General Education Steering Committee. The Writing Emphasis or W Module is intended for students, usually in their final semester at the college, who are preparing to graduate but for a variety of reasons lack the two required Writing Emphasis or W courses. The Module is intended to replicate the use of writing to think and to learn as well as to communicate that is integral to W courses. The Module carries no additional academic credit. The Writing Emphasis or W Module provision may be important to transfer students who have completed their General Education requirements at other colleges or universitites but who lack the Writing Emphasis or W courses mandated for graduation by Broome Community College. In any case, the Module is not intended to act as a substitute for W courses offered deliberately by academic departments or programs; students must make every effort to complete successfully those specifically conceived courses. Students petitioning for a Writing Emphasis or W Module must proved that they have been unable to take routinely scheduled Writing Emphasis or W course sections. Under normal circumstances, they are expected to petition for the Module no later than the fifth week of classes. No petitions are accepted after the Withdrawal deadline. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Waiver of Degree Requirements Students seeking waivers of degree requirements should consult their program chairpersons. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Dual Degree Award Students seeking two degrees from the college should consult their chairpersons and/or deans to determine their eligibility under State University of New York guidelines. Broome Community College will conduct one formal graduation ceremony each year in the spring. All candidates for degrees may participate in the ceremony. A candidate is a student who will complete his/her degree requirements at the conclusion of the fall, spring, or summer semester. Candidates must have filed their "Application to Graduate" and have been recommended as candidates by the chairperson of their academic department. Students who complete their degree requirements at the end of the fall semester will be invited to attend the next graduation ceremony. Candidates for graduation must have on file in Registrar's Office a copy of final high school transcript or proof of a GED diploma to receive a BCC degree or certificate. Declaration of Graduation Candidacy Students intending to complete all degree requirements within a given semester are required to declare their intention to do so by filing an "Application for Graduation" with the Office of the Registrar. Applications for Graduation should be filed by: Spring Semester - March 14 Students filing after these dates will be considered as graduates for the semester but may not receive their diplomas in a timely fashion or have their names indicated in the Commencement Booklet (Spring semester). No application for candidacy will be accepted after the last day of classes of the term being applied for. Students applying after that date will be considered graduates of the following semester, or of the semester/year in which they file a candidacy form. Students who graduate with a cumulative grade point average of 3.80 or better will receive the distinction of graduating with "High Honors" and those who graduate with a cumulative grade point average between 3.50 and 3.79 inclusive will graduate with "Honors."
Broome Community College also has certificate programs which are less than two years in length, have more specific objectives than the associate degree offerings, and consist of about one year of college credit. Some are designed to prepare students for jobs that require specialized higher education, but not necessarily a college degree; some provide students with an opportunity to upgrade their academic backgrounds or expand their qualifications for a particular field of study; and some offer college credits and additional training for people already working in the field. Most of the certificate offerings carry college credits, and can lead a person into some of Broome Community College's degree-granting curriculums. They can be taken on a fulltime or part-time basis, and most of them are offered in the evening although some are available through day classes only. No specific high school courses are required for enrollment. Certificate Programs List: 1. Business Skills Standards for Academic Progress Minimum Grade Point Average In order to be in good academic standing and to be making academic progress toward a degree or certificate, a student must meet a minimum cumulative grade point average and successfully accumulate credits according to the following standards: 1) Grade Point Average Credits Attempted - 12-20 Credits Attempted - 41-upward
2) Successful Accumulation of Credits Students must successfully pass ("D" grade or better) a total number of credits according to the following standard: Credits Attempted - 20 Credits Attempted - 40 Credits Attempted - 60 Credits Attempted - 80 Credits Attempted - 100 Credits Attempted - 120 Credits Attempted - 140 Credits Attempted - 160 "Credits attempted" include all credit hours for which the student was registered after the first week of a semester, regardless of later dropping or withdrawal from course. "Credits earned" excludes those credit hours associated with grades of "F", "W", or "I" (Incomplete). By the time a student has attempted 20 credits, he/she must have successfully earned 12 credits. Likewise, 40 credits trigger the 24 credit minimum requirement. Any course in which a student is enrolled past the first week of classes is considered an attempted hour. Developmental courses do not give earned credit toward a degree at the college, but they are equivalent to the appropriate number of earned credits for academic standing. Probation Students' records will be reviewed at the end of each semester by the Registrar. Students who have not met the minimum cumulative standards will be placed on probation. During this probationary time, the student is expected to remain in contact with his/her advisor, department chairperson, or division dean. General standards for students on probation are: (1) completion of 50% or more of coursework attempted; (2) achievement of the minimum cumulative GPA (see Grade Point Average above). Other probationary standards may be required, such as limitation on total credit hours taken in the probationary semester, or specified courses, or regular meetings. Continued Probation Once on probation, a student must achieve a minimum semester GPA of 2.00, and must complete/earn at least 50% of his/her attempted credit hours for the semester to avoid dismissal. Students who meet these minimum probationary standards but still do not meet the minimum cumulative standards for academic progress will continue on probation. Dismissal If a student does not meet the minimum probationary standards at the end of the probationary semester, the student will be dismissed from the College. Notification of dismissal will be sent by the College Registrar. Attendance After Dismissal To continue in attendance, a dismissed student must submit a Petition for Academic Continuance to his/her Divisional Dean. Petitions can be obtained from the Dean's Office. Based on a review of the student's academic record and discussions with the student, the Dean will determine the student's status as follows: Petition Dismissal: Part-Time Enrollment: In either case, the student will continue on probation for the following semester and will be expected to meet the minimum probationary standards to avoid dismissal. A dean's waiver does not guarantee continuity of financial aid. Denial of Petition/Leave of Absence and Readmission: Information about the academic grievance procedure is available in the Student Handbook and through the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Academic Standards for Clinical Education Academic Standards for Clinical Education in the Health Sciences Division programs require dismissal from the program of students who fail to meet established academic objectives for the physical safety, psychological safety, and confidentiality of patients. Dismissal/Readmittance for Degree Programs This policy applies to the following programs: Dental Hygiene, Medical Assisting, Medical Laboratory Technology, Nursing, Business Information Technology curriculums, Physical Therapist Assistant, and Radiologic Technology. A student must demonstrate discernable progress toward the achievement of a degree in a given program of study. If a student fails one or more introductory courses in a major sequence or fails to meet the established standard, as stated in the departmental policy, he/she may be dismissed by the department from that program of study - but not necessarily from the College. To be considered for readmission to the program, the student must reapply through the normal admissions process. This grading policy was adopted by the College commencing with the Fall 1992 semester. Letter Grade System
Grade Point Average Each grade carries a specified number of honor points - 4.0 for an A, 3.7 for an A-, 3.3 for a B+ - as described in the section on Grading Information. To determine a student's grade point average, multiply the number of honor points earned, according to the letter grade, by the number of credits for the course. Add these together and divide the sum by the total number of credits. A grade point average (GPA) is calculated for each semester the student attends, and a cumulative summary is also shown on the student's grade report and academic transcript. For purposes of graduation eligibility, only those courses required for the degree will be used to determine if the criteria have been met for a 2.0 in courses applicable to the degree. This calculation will reflect the Program grade point average in the student's field of study and will be fixed as of graduation. Any courses taken after that will not change the graduation GPA and will not be entered into the previous GPA in any way. The cumulative GPA, however, will reflect all courses taken by the student unless a course has been repeated. "S" and "U" Grades The S and U grade will apply only to specific courses determined by the appropriate departments and approved by the Vice- President for Academic Affairs. Such courses will not affect the Grade Point Average (GPA). "W" Grade It is the student's responsibility to initiate action to receive a grade of W within the 4th and 10th weeks inclusive. Students cannot receive a "W" grade after the 10th week. "W" or "F" grade periods for courses which meet for less than a full semester will be determined by the Registrar's office. "I" Incomplete Grade An "I" or incomplete grade signifies that coursework cannot be completed during the term due to extenuating circumstances. The "I" or incomplete grade shall be assigned by instructors only in cases where they have agreed to grant students extensions to complete coursework and a contract has been arranged between the student and instructor. To petition for an "I" grade, the student must contact the instructor prior to the last class to arrange for the completion of the unfinished work. The instructor will file with the Office of the Registrar an "Incomplete Contract" form, outlining the provisions to complete the "I" grade, including an agreed upon time limit that shall not exceed the last day of the next major semester. The instructor may grant an extension for an additional semester by completing another "I" Contract. After the student has completed the work, the instructor will submit a "Notification of Grade Change" form to the Registrar for removal of the "I" grade. If the student does not meet the time limit, the instructor shall direct the Registrar to record the appropriate grade. When the Registrar is not notified by the instructor of a grade change, the Registrar will convert the "I" grades to "F" or "U" at the end of the next semester. An instructor submitting a grade change for an "I" grade which has been converted to an "F" must follow the normal grade change provisions. An "I" grade will be treated as an "F" or "W" grade in the calculation of academic progress. If a student is academically dismissed during the semester in which an "I" grade was granted, subsequent passing of the course will not rescind the academic dismissal. "IP" Grades Some Developmental Courses allow the assignment of an "IP" or In-Progress grade when the course may require more than one semester to repeat. The student must re-register for the course. When the course is completed, the student will receive the grade assigned (generally an "S" or "U" in the last semester and the prior "IP" grade will be retained). If the "IP" is not completed (the student does not re-register or leaves the institution), the former "IP" grade will be changed to a "U" at the beginning of the first semester (Spring or Fall only) in which the student has not reregistered for the course. A student can receive the grade of "IP" only once for a course. Audit The term "Audit" designates a status, not a grade. The letters AU will appear next to the course name on the transcript. Repeating Courses Permission of a matriculated student's department chairperson or divisional advisor is required in order to: a. repeat a failed course more than once. b. repeat a course in which a student has received a passing grade. If a course is repeated, the higher grade will be included in the cumulative grade point average. If a required course is failed, the department or the dean may allow the student to substitute an equivalent or similar course rather than repeat the failed course. In such cases, the higher grade will be included in the cumulative grade point average. All grades will appear on the student's transcript. A course in which a grade of W was previously received is not considered a repeat. Students repeating a course they have already passed (a "D" grade or better) may not be able to use that course as part of their calculation for full-time status for certification under the New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) and should be advised to check with the Office of the Registrar before registering for the repeat course. Grades Appeals Broome Community College has established a procedure to provide students an opportunity to appeal grades in any particular course(s) or academic dismissal. Copies of the Student Academic Appeal procedure are available in the offices of the Divisional Deans. The policy also appears in the Student Handbook. President's/Dean's List Full-time students who have a semester grade point average 3.80 or better will be named to the President's List. Such students must successfully complete a minimum of 12 credit hours and have no "I" grade for that semester. Courses which use the S or U or credit equivalent grade may not be among the 12 hours. Full-time students who have a semester grade point average between 3.50 and 3.79 inclusive will be named to the Dean's List. Such students must successfully complete a minimum of 12 credit hours and have no "I" grade for that semester. Courses which use the S or U or credit equivalent grade may not be among the 12 hours. Part-time students can earn a place on the President's or Dean's List by having the appropriate cumulative grade point average for their most recent semester that include at least 12 credit hours and have no "I" grade for that semester. Courses which use the S or U credit equivalent grade may not be among the 12 hours. Part-time students should contact the Registrar's Office if they have the appropriate grades. Registration and Student Status Late Registration: Late registration for credit courses may be permitted during the first week of classes depending on program and course availability. However, no students will be admitted to any class after the 2nd week of that class. A late initial registration fee will be charged during the week in which late registration is permitted. Exceptions to this regulation may be made by a Division Dean. Dropping a Course: For a student to drop a course, an official "Drop/Add" form needs to be signed by the Department Chairperson or an authorized College Advisor, and filed with the Registrar. Telling the instructor, or any office other than the Registrar's, by any means other than in writing on an official Drop/Add form, is NOT sufficient notice of withdrawal. One exception to the above rule is schedule changes necessitated by adding or dropping sections. In these instances, the process may be initiated by the Department or the Registrar. The College reserves the right to administratively withdraw any student from any course for non-attendance. This may affect a student's academic standing since such dropped courses will be considered credits attempted (see Attendance Regulations on following page for further information). Full semester courses may be officially dropped by students without receiving a "W" only within the first four weeks of class. Courses dropped within the fifth and tenth weeks result in a "W" for the dropped course. "W" or "F" grade periods for courses which meet less than full semester will be determined by the Registrar's Office. Adding a Course: Through the first week of classes, students may add courses with an official Drop/Add form signed and authorized by a College Advisor. After one week of classes, the addition of courses or changing of sections requires the approval of the divisional dean or his/her designee. The primary exceptions are courses where, upon advisement, a student may move to a lower level course. In all cases, students must file the "Drop/Add" forms in order to become officially registered in additional courses. Students who attend classes in which their names do not appear on the class list will be referred to the Registrar. Students are required to then present an official approved drop/add form to the instructor. Withdrawal from Full-Time Studies: Students who decide to withdraw from the College must complete the proper termination forms available in Room 210, Student Services Building. Failure to officially withdraw may cause the individual to lose any possible refund of tuition. In addition, the student may receive an "F" grade for all courses. Withdrawal from the College Broome Community College has committed to a philosophy of providing whatever assistance is necessary to aid the student in completing his/her academic goals. Students are strongly encouraged to seek academic and personal counseling prior to any withdrawal. Any student who decides to withdraw from the College must obtain a signed drop form from their department and complete a withdrawal form. The withdrawal form is available in Room 210 of the Student Services Building. Failure to comply may cause the individual to lose any possible refund fees or may negatively impact future financial aid resources. Medical Withdrawal: Verified medical or psychological reasons directly preventing the student from completing classes may be considered by the Divisional Dean for medical withdrawal. A student must begin the process by completing a drop form and obtaining an application for medical withdrawal at the Registrar's Office. A medical withdrawal, if approved, will be noted on the student transcript. Medical withdrawal has no effect on the student's refund eligibility . A medical withdrawal for a prior semester must be completed by the end of the semester in which the student returns to the College. Granting of a Medical Withdrawal for a semester does not guarantee an override of academic dismissal status or financial aid eligibility. Students will need to file a petition for academic continuance. Fresh Start Any student who has been absent from BCC for 2 years (24 months) and was not in good academic standing can receive a FRESH START. The following conditions apply to the awarding of FRESH START:
Changing Curriculum Any student wishing to change curriculum must request a "Change of Curriculum" form from the Registrar's Office. It must have the approval of the new division dean/designee or department chairperson and the signature of the current division dean/designee or department chairperson. The Change of Curriculum Policy is administered under the following criteria: 1. All previous courses and grades will remain on the permanent record. 2. The academic standing of the student at the time of the Change of Curriculum will be maintained. For example, a student on probation at the time he or she applied for the change will remain on probation. Students who have been dismissed must file a petition with the dean of the division which sponsors the new curriculum. 3. The student will be bound by the graduation requirements of the current catalog at the time of the curriculum change. Semester Credit Overload During the Fall and Spring semesters, no student may enroll (register) for more than 20.5 credits without approval from their divisional dean. During the Summer semester, no student may register for more than 6.0 credits in any one summer term or take more than 12.0 credits for all summer terms without permission from their divisional dean. Length of Curriculum Most associate degree programs are designed to be completed in two years. The college year is divided into two semesters of 15 weeks each plus an evaluation week. Some students may choose or be required to take more than four semesters to earn their degrees. Radiologic Technology students, for example, have special clinical laboratory experiences in the summer of their freshman year. Procedure for Student Name Change If a student wishes to change his or her name at Broome Community College, the following policy and procedure must be used by the requestor: Name change form must be filled out and turned into the Registrar's Office. Name change will be done with the proper documentation. Proper documentation may include any one of the following items: 1. A copy of name change on Social Security card or approved SS form. 2. A State Driver's License (picture) showing the name change. 3. Legal document changing the name. 4. Marriage license, wedding announcement from newspaper, or divorce decree. 5. Other documentation, at the discretion of the Registrar. A copy of the above documentation should be made by the Registrar's office and placed in the student's folder. Name change goes to the Computer Center for processing. Credit Equivalent Some courses at Broome Community College carry "credit equivalents." This means that they do not give a student credit toward a degree at the College, but they are equivalent to the appropriate number of credits for calculating academic loading and tuition. This credit load is used, to cite some examples, for determining a student's status as full-time or part-time, for financial aid, for billing, and for academic standing. Courses carrying these credit equivalents fall in the 090 numbering series. Examples are: ENG 090 Basic Language Skills; MAT 090 Foundations of College Mathematics I; RDG 090 Reading Fundamentals; RDG 092 College Preparatory Reading. Attendance Regulations General Policy Colleges throughout the nation have found that students who regularly attend classes have a better success record than students who do not regularly attend classes. With the intent of encouraging student success, BCC strongly urges students to regularly attend their classes. In fact, the College's policy is that a student is expected to come to all class sessions prepared to participate in an appropriate manner. Absence from class is considered a serious matter and never excuses a student from classwork. A student must complete all assignments, examinations, and other requirements of any course, to receive credit. Absence from class may also affect a student's academic standing and eligibility for financial aid if student is administratively dropped for non-attendance (See Deregistration below). The College understands, however, that students sometimes, due to uncontrollable circumstances, are absent from classes. In these cases, the students need to meet with their instructors to discuss missed work. Department Exceptions Within the spirit and framework of College policy, each department may develop its own guidelines to meet its needs. Such guidelines are subject to the approval of the Vice- President for Academic Affairs. NOTE: Some developmental courses have strict attendance requirements, whereby students may be deregistered from the class for poor attendance. This deregistration may result in a loss of financial aid. The consequences of this lose may be that the student must return financial aid monies to the College. Consult the course outline and/or the instructor for further details. Deregistration The College is required to administratively deregister a student for a course(s) based on lack of attendance as reported by the instructor of the course on the Official Section Attendance Sheet. Students who have never attended the section or have not attended after the census date (first day of the fourth and ninth week of classes for full-term courses) will be deregistered from the course by the Registrar's Office and notified of this action, which may result in a loss of financial aid. Students enrolled in on-line courses must log on at least once a week to be considered attending. Students who are administratively dropped for non-attendance during the semester continue to have a tuition and fee obligation. Absence due to Religious Beliefs Section 224-a of the State Education Law reads: 1. No person shall be expelled from, or be refused admission as a student to, an institution of higher education for the reason that he/she is unable, because of his/her religious beliefs, to attend classes or to participate in any examination, study or work requirements on a particular day or days. 2. Any student in an institution of higher education who is unable, because of his/her religious beliefs, to attend classes on a particular day or days, may be excused from any examination or any study or work requirements. 3. It shall be the responsibility of the faculty and of the administrative officials of each institution of higher education to make available to each student who is absent from school, because of his/her religious beliefs, an equivalent opportunity to make up any examination, study or work requirements which he/she may have missed because of such absence on any particular day or days. No fees of any kind shall be charged by the institution for making available to the said student such equivalent opportunity. 4. If classes, examination, study or work requirements are held on Friday after 4 p.m. or on Saturday, similar or makeup classes, examinations, study or work requirements shall be made available on other days, where it is possible and practical to do so. No special fees shall be charged to the student for these classes, examinations, study or work requirements held on other days. 5. In effectuating the provisions of the section, it shall be the duty of the faculty and of the administrative officials of each institution of higher education to exercise the fullest measure of good faith. No adverse or prejudicial effects shall result to any student because of his/her availing himself/herself of the provisions of this section. 6. Any student, who is aggrieved by the alleged failure of any faculty or administrative officials to comply in good faith with the provisions of this section, shall be entitled to maintain an action or proceeding in the supreme court of the county in which such institution of higher education is located for the enforcement of his rights under this section. 6-a. A copy of this section shall be published by each institution of higher education in the catalog of such institution containing the listing of available courses. 7. As used in this section, the term "institution of higher education" shall mean schools under the control of the Board of Trustees of the State University of New York or of the Board of Higher Education of the City of New York or any community college. Student Cheating An instructor has the prerogative of failing a student who has cheated on an exam, quiz, paper, project, report, etc. for that exercise only. Students who cheat a second time risk failure of the entire course and additional disciplinary action, including the possibility of dismissal from college. Classroom Decorum Students are responsible for completing all course requirements as specified in the course outline. They are also obliged to be on time to class and to treat their instructors and fellow students respectfully. Individuals who are disruptive and whose behavior adversely affects the learning of fellow students, may be removed from class. Supplemental and Alternative Learning Opportunities
Professional reading teachers are available in the Reading and Study Skills Lab to assist all students in improving their reading or in mastering the art of studying efficiently and effectively. Students may choose to work with a study skills specialist or to work independently on multi-media programs on such topics as efficient time management, effective notetaking techniques, reading and remembering textbook material, or improving performance on exams. Computer programs on vocabulary improvement and speed reading are also available. Instruction is arranged by appointment according to the student's schedule.
The Mathematics Lab is available to all BCC students looking for a location conducive to working on math homework, preparing for math quizzes or tests and in need of tutorial assistance. Assistance for all courses ranging from Arithmetic through Calculus is provided by an experienced staff of professional tutors along with members of the Mathematics Department faculty. Tutorial computer software is also available. Students may stop in for help without an appointment and can use the lab on a daily basis if desired. Appointments can be made on an individual basis for students experiencing problems that may require an extended amount of time to address. The Math Lab is located in the basement of the Library and is open daily, Monday through Friday, and four evenings per week, and for limited hours on the weekends.
Serving as a resource to the entire campus, our staff of professional tutors can assist any student writing for any course. We offer one-on-one and small-group tutoring, peer review sessions, writing workshops and online tutorial assistance. We work with faculty to strengthen the quality of writing instruction and writing at BBC. Our tutors are eager to help students in all courses across the curriculum - regardless of their level of experience, expertise or confidence as writers. All writers, including those who are already profi- cient, can benefit from discussing their writing with tutors. In addition, we can assist students with other forms of writing, such as resumes, college application essays, or letters. The Writing Center provides software and computer-assisted instruction to help writers at different stages of the writing process, we offer an extensive collection of handouts and reference books. Many students view the Center as a supportive, collaborative writing environment. For the convenience of the campus community, the Center has both day and evening hours. Schedule appointments in person (L-6) or by telephone (778-5333, 778-5038). Walk-in tutorial appointments are available on a very limited basis. For students who can't visit the Center in person, we offer on-line writing consultations. Visit our website at http://www. sunybroome.edu/writecenter.
The Faculty-Student Association and the Student Support Services Program fund a peer tutoring program, which offers one-to-one or small group instruction to any student experiencing difficulty with a course. Tutoring takes place in the Learning Assistance Center, and tutors are trained and supervised by the Program Coordinator. The Center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m on Friday. Detailed brochures describing the various programs are available at the reception desk at the Center or you may call 778-5038 for information.
Research has shown that one of the best ways to learn course material is through active study with other students. At BCC, the PALS program provides structured group study and review sessions for all students enrolled in challenging courses. A PALS leader has successfully completed the course in a prior semester. In the session, the leader helps students master course concepts and improve their reading, note taking and critical thinking skills. Your advisor will know which courses have PALS atteched to them, or you may contact the Learning Assistance Center. (778-5038)
The Learning Disabilities Program offers specialized services to students with identified learning disabilities (LD) and/or attention deficit disorders (ADD/ADHD). The program also serves students who suspect they may have an undiagnosed learning disability or attention deficit disorder. Students must provide the college with disability documentation to be eligible for services. Documentation records include copies of psychological reports, IEP's, and/or physician's reports. Eligible students work with the Learning Disabilities Specialist to determine appropriate academic accommodations, receive instruction in specific academic skills, identify learning and study strategies, review academic advisement/planning, and develop self-advocacy skills. Eligible students may arrange for testing accommodations, readers, notetakers, tutors and specialized equipment use through the Student Support Services Program. Students who suspect they have a learning disability or attention deficit disorder may meet with the Learning Disabilities Specialist to discuss individual situations. Based upon an initial screening, students who are in need of evaluation may be administered a diagnostic assessment on campus. If a disability is discovered, the student is then eligible for the services described above. The Learning Disabilities Program also provides consultative services to faculty/staff, tutors, and community organizations involved in the education of students with learning disabilities and attention deficit disorders. Developmental Courses Various courses are offered through various departments for those desiring skill improvement or review. Some of these carry credit; others do not. These non-credit courses prepare students for credit level work in the basic skills areas of mathematics, writing and reading. They are equivalent in time to credit bearing classes and are applicable toward athletic eligibility. Developmental courses graded on a letter basis (A, A-, B+, etc.) will not be calculated in the student's semester grade point average and they may not be used for the determination of Academic Honors such as Dean's or President's List. Supplemental and Alternative Learning Opportunities Other developmental courses may be credit bearing. Students should pay close attention to catalog information pertaining to these courses and should consult their department chairpersons or Learning Assistance personnel about the acceptability of credit in a particular degree program. College Level Examination Program (CLEP) The College will recognize successful achievement at or above the 50th percentile on CLEP subject exams in accordance with SUNY and American Council of Education guidelines. Approval of credit for degree requirements or electives is determined by the appropriate department. Credit approval will be handled as transfer credit. Under certain circumstances, a department may accept general examination scores. BCC Credit by Examination (CBE) The College in many instances provides for full or part-time BCC matriculated students credit by examination for knowledge gained outside the traditional classroom situation. A letter grade will be posted on the student's transcript upon completion of the exam. Guidelines for this procedure are available from the College's chairpersons and deans. If a student receives an "F" grade after normal completion of a course, no credit by examination may be given in that subject. Portfolio Assessment (Special Individual Assessment) The College will evaluate for credit various types of learning acquired outside the usual classroom environment. Particular criteria for awarding credit may be applied by an academic department. Approval of credit is the responsibility of the appropriate department. Students must clearly identify what has been learned. Contact the divisional dean for additional information. Special Assessment of Experiential Learning The College will evaluate for credit various types of learning acquired through participation in learning experiences, or training provided by business, industry, unions, professional societies, governmental agencies or the military. Particular criteria for awarding credit may be applied by an academic department, and approval of credit is the responsibility of the department. Contact the divisional dean for additional information. Service Learning Several courses offer students the option of a service-learning experience. These courses respond to community needs, including cooperation with community partners, and provide opportunities for students to work in local community agencies. The service learning activity supplements classroom activity and includes an academic component. Students will be required to devote a specific number of hours to the community agency. The time commitment varies by course and instructor, but may be as little as 20 hours or as much as 36 hours over the course of the semester. Independent Study The college offers two types of Independent Study. 1. Guided Study: is an opportunity for motivated students to take a regular college course independently, but under the guidance of an instructor. Students must seek faculty sponsorship for guided study and course requirements are part of a formal contract between the student and instructor. Authorization proceeds through instructor, chair and dean. Guided study, as an alternative to conventional, classroombased coursework, is to be used only in exceptional circumstances and at the discretion of the sponsoring instructor. The guided study course will be approved and appear on the student's transcript under the rubric and title of the specific regular course. 2. Advanced Study: is an opportunity for able, highly motivated students to Study a subject or topic in greater depth than is available through normal coursework. A formal contract defines the project, establishes reading and writing requirements, sets meeting schedules and stipulates assessment methods and measures. Authorization proceeds through instructor, chair, and dean. The advanced study course will be approved and appear on the student transcript as a "299" Independent Study under the appropriate department rubric. Students are limited to one "Advanced Study" course per semester. Honors Program The Honors Program is designed for students whose academic ability and personal motivation are so high that existing college programs may not fully challenge them. It is open to qualified students from most departments of the College. Participants are challenged to expand their understanding of life and reality through specially designed honors courses in English, History and Social Sciences, as well as through courses in the major program, close contact with honors faculty, and involvement with other highly motivated students. Benefits include an increased awareness of political, economic, and social issues, development of critical thinking skills, and preparation for creative leadership in the 21st century, as well as an Honors transcript designation, an important asset in the competition for placement at selective four-year institutions. To apply, students who believe they meet the qualifications below may obtain an application through high school guidance departments or from Professor Greta Wingate, Program Director, Honors Program, Broome Community College, Binghamton, New York 13902. Honors Program Requirements - High School Seniors 1. GPA of at least 3.2 (80 average). 2. SAT combined score of 1,050 or above with no subscore below 450. OR ACT composite score of 24 or higher with Math and English subscores of at least 21. 3. Two letters of recommendation: One from a teacher. One from a non-scholastic source such as an employer, club advisor, coach, or volunteer supervisor. 4. Students from New York: Regents Diploma. Honors Program Requirements - Non-Traditional or Transfer Students Because BCC has a large number of persons enrolled who do not come directly from high school, we want to make it possible for them to participate in the Honors Program. Eligible students include: - Full-time students who have completed one semester at Broome with a 3.5 GPA. - Part-time students enrolled in a minimum of a 6 hour load per semester having accumulated 12 hours of credits with a 3.5 GPA. - Transfer students having either of the above. College-on-the-Weekend College-on-the-Weekend is one way Broome Community College has responded to the needs of a growing number of non-traditional students. Many people wishing to continue their education cannot find the time during the week. Even night classes pose a problem for working parents raising families. Students can earn a degree, part-time, attending classes every third weekend - six weekends each semester, taking one, two, or three classes per term and earning an Associate's Degree in as little as 2-1/2 years. Weekend students may start the program at the beginning of any semester. Students can take one, two, or three courses and progress at their own pace, and/or can combine College-on-the Weekend with day or evening courses at BCC to move along more rapidly. BCC College-on-the-Weekend students can earn an Associate in Applied Science degree in Business with an emphasis in Human Resource Management or Marketing, or an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting. Various courses will be scheduled each semester to ensure that students will be able to take all necessary courses during the fall, spring, or summer terms. Students with business courses from other colleges should call about credit transfer. For more information call the Business Division 607 778-5008. Weekend Services BCC student services available to Collegeon- the-Weekend students: - Financial Aid o Library Services - Lab Proctors - Lounge o Learning Assistance - Computers Center - Advisors - Study Areas Senior Audits Any citizen of New York State who is 60 years of age or more may "audit" courses at Broome Community College without charge, as long as there is space available. In this context, the word "audit" means these students take the course by attending classes and being exposed to all the work given in class and assigned in the text. They do not have to do the homework or take the examinations, however, and they receive no letter grade or college credit. The Online Academy for Distance Learning The Online Academy at Broome Community College offers a number of distance learning courses each semester that are presented over the Internet through the SUNY Learning Network (SLN) and WebCT platforms. The instructor and students are connected to each other through a computer network. Using the Internet, students receive instruction, submit assignments, discuss issues, ask questions of fellow students and their instructors, work on group assignments, and actively participate in academic experiences; all from their home, office, or from any place they have access to the Internet. Classmates may be from the local community or may live anywhere on the globe. Students may participate any time, anywhere they have an appropriate computer with access to the Internet. There is no specific time that students have to be online, however the courses are not self-paced. There are class activities that students participate in each week. Online courses meet the same rigor, standards, and learning outcomes that our traditional courses offer. They are taught by the same faculty that teach the course on campus and provide a high level of instruction and personal attention from the instructor. In some | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||