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STUDENT HANDBOOK/PLANNER 2002 - 2003

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PLEASE NOTE: The front cover is sensitive to extreme heat. Do not leave in direct sunlight. Printed on recyclable paper.

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Visit one of CCSN’s ten Campuses or Centers:

Charleston Campus 6375 W. Charleston Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89146 702-651-5000 Cheyenne Campus 3200 E Cheyenne Ave. North Las Vegas, NV 89030 702-651-4000 Henderson Campus 700 College Dr. Henderson, NV 89015 702-651-3000 A.D. Guy Center 817 N. “N” Street Las Vegas, NV 89106 702-651-4999 Boulder City Center 700 Wyoming Street Boulder City, NV 89005 702-294-0188 Green Valley High Tech Center 1560 W. Warm Springs Henderson, NV 89014 702-651-2643 Pahrump Valley Center 551 E Calvada Blvd. Pahrump, NV 89048 775-537-2701

Sahara West Center 2409 Las Verdes Street Las Vegas, NV 89102 702-651-4449 Summerlin High Tech Center 333 Pavilion Center Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89144 702-651-4900 Western High Tech Center 4601 W. Bonanza Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89107 702-651-4800

Table of Contents Campuses & Centers 2 Table of Contents 3 President’s Message 6 Board of Regents 6 Frequently Used Numbers 7 Other Southern Nevada Educational Institutions 12 For Your Information 13 Emergency Procedures and Crime Statistics 13 Hot Links 13 Resource Referrals 14 First Steps to College 15 Plan Ahead 15 Services for Students 15 Admissions 15 Assessment 16 Counseling 16

Academic Planning 17 General Guidelines 17 Study Time 17 Summer Session 18

Transferring Credit 18 Transferring to a 4-yr Institution 18 Transferring to UNLV/UNR 19 Transfer Agreements 19 Transferring to Other Institutions 20 Incoming Credit Evaluation 20 Institutional Accreditation 21 Financial Aid 21 Grants 22 Work Study 22 Student Loans 22 State Funds 23 Scholarships 23 Millenium Scholarships 23 Emergency Loans 23 Registration 23 Registering for Classes 24

How to read the Schedule 24 Registration steps 25 What to do if your Class is full 26 How do I know if I’m in the right class 26 Other Student Services & Resources 27 Art Gallery 27 ATMs 27 Bookstore 27 Career and Job Services 27

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Cashier 28 Child Care Services 28 Computer Labs 28 Copy Machines 29 Disability Resource Center (DRC) 29 Early Childhood Lab 30 Food Services 30 Gym & Athletic Facility 30 International Student Services 30 Learning and Earning Program 31 Lost & Found 31 Performing Arts Center 31 Planetarium & Observatory 31 Recruitment Office 31 Re-Entry Program 32 Retention Office 32 Security Office 33 Student Activities 32 Student Clubs & Organizations 33 Student Identification Cards 34 Trio Program 34 Tutorial Services 34 Veterans’ Affairs (VA) 35 Women’s Center 35 Fees & Payments(tuition) 35 Fees 35 WICHE 37 Methods of Payment 37 Refund Policies 37 Policies and Procedures 38 Academic Renewal 38 Adding & Dropping Classes 39 Admitting Students to Closed (full) Classes 39 Alcohol & Drug Abuse Policy 39 Attendance Policy 39 Auditing Classes 40 Challenge Examinations 40 College Level Examination Program (CLEP) 41 Non-traditional Education (NTE) 41 College Board Advanced Placement Exam (CBAPE) 42 Distance Education 43 Previous College or University Course Work 43 Course Substitutions 44 Course Waiver 44 Credit Load 45 Dual Credit Program 45 Enrollment Verification 45 Grading Symbols & Definitions 45 Academic Probation 47

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Removal of Academic Probation 47 Attendance While on Probation 47 Academic Disqualification 47 Academic Disqualification Appeal Process 48 Grade Appeal 48 General Appeal Process 48 Late Registration Process 51 Religious Holidays 51 Repeat Courses 52 Residency Requirements 52 Reclassification of Nonresident Status 53 Sexual Harrassment Policy 54 Student Conduct Code 55 Student Conduct Code Administration 56 Student Rights & Responsibilities 57 Associate Degrees at CCSN 62 College Terms 69 College to Career Success Tips 74 Map of Campus & Center Locations 75

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A Message from the President

Welcome to the Community College of Southern Nevada. By choosing CCSN, you've chosen to be part of one of the most exciting and dynamic colleges in one of the most exciting and dynamic communities in the country. Whether you attend one of our three urban campuses or one of our rural centers, whether you're a returning student or a recent high school graduate, whether you're a full or part-time student, whether you prefer day, evening, or weekend classes, CCSN offers you access, affordability, and quality. Whether you enroll in a workshop or a single class, whether you enter a certificate or degree

program, or plan to continue your education at a state college or university, CCSN is a wise choice. For 30 years CCSN has been successfully serving Southern Nevada. We intend to continue this fine tradition by further expanding your educational opportunities. For 28 years, through other community colleges in the state, I've seen our colleges help students turn their educational dreams into realities. By choosing CCSN, you've taken the first step towards realizing your dreams.

Ronald K. Remington, Ph.D.

Board of Regents

Thalia M. Dondero, Chair Howard Rosenberg, Vice Chair

Mark Alden Jill Derby, Ph.D.

Dorothy S. Gallagher Douglas R. Hill

Laura Hobbs Thomas E. Kirkpatrick, Ph. D.

Linda Howard Douglas Seastrand

Steve Sisolak

Jane Nichols, Ph. D., Chancellor

Special Thanks to:

Lester Tanaka & Tammy Wallace

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Frequently Used Numbers Department Number

Accounting 651-3100 Accounting Lab 651-4541 A.D. Guy Center 651-4997 Admissions and Records-Charleston 651-5610 Admissions and Records-Cheyenne 651-4060 Admissions and Records-Henderson 651-3030 Admissions and Records-Nellis 652-5524 Admissions and Records-Summerlin 651-4920 Admissions and Records-Western 651-4887 Adult Basic Skills 651-4487 Air Conditioning 651-3012 American Sign Language 651-4007 Anthropology 651-5700 Apprenticeship Program 651-4363 Architecture-Drafting and Design 651-4019 Architecture Interior Design 651-4019 Art 651-4110 ASCCSN Student Government-Charleston 651-5614 ASCCSN Student Government-Cheyenne 651-4051 ASCCSN Student Government-Henderson 651-3077 Assessment Center-Charleston 651-5733 Assessment Center-Cheyenne 651-4050 Assessment Center-Henderson 651-3128 Astronomy 651-4138 Athletics 651-7357 Automotive Technology 651-4019 Aviation 651-3012 Biology 651-4009 Biotechnology 651-5690 Bookstore-Charleston 651-5607 Bookstore-Cheyenne 651-4645 Bookstore-Henderson 651-3055 Boulder City Center 294-0188

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Box Office-Nicolas Horn 651-LIVE Building Inspection 651-4019 Building Technology 651-4019 Business Management 651-5066 Business Resource Center 651-3185 Café.Com-Henderson 651-3176 Café Expresso-Cheyenne 651-4633 City Walk Café-Cheyenne 651-4633 Cardiorespiratory Sciences 651-5690 Cashier's Office -Charleston 651-5650 Cashier's Office -Cheyenne 651-4064 Cashier's Office -Henderson 651-3022 Casino Management 651-4020 Charleston Campus 651-5000 Chemistry 651-4009 Cheyenne Campus 651-4000 Chinese 651-4007 Clinical Laboratory Science 651-5690 Computer Aided Drafting and Design 651-4019 Computer and Information Technology 651-4021 Computer Lab-Charleston 651-5731 Computer Lab-Cheyenne 651-4592 Computer Lab-Henderson 651-3002 Continuing Education Registration 651-5790 Counseling-Charleston 651-5670 Counseling-Cheyenne 651-4049 Counseling-Henderson 651-3165 Coyote Press 651-4339 Criminal Justice 651-4030 Crispy's-Charleston 651-5605 Culinary Arts 651-4632 Dance 651-4201 Dental Assistant 651-5690 Dental Hygiene 651-5690 Desert Garden Center-Orchid Greenhouse 651-5055 Disability Resource Center-Charleston 651-5089 Disability Resource Center-Cheyenne 651-4045

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Disability Resource Center-Henderson 651-3086 Distance Education 651-5619 Early Childhood Education 651-4004 Economics 651-4008 Education 651-4400 Electronics Engineering Technology 651-4185/651-4019 Emergency Medical Services 651-5690 Engineering 651-4019 English 651-4005/651-5758 English as a Second Language 651-4074/651-5736 Environmental Safety and Health 651-3012 Environmental Science 651-4009 Finance 651-3100 Financial Aid-Charleston 651-5660 Financial Aid-Cheyenne 651-4047 Financial Aid-Henderson 651-3044 Fire Science Technology 651-4030 Food and Beverage Management 651-4193 French 651-4007 Geography 651-4009 Geology 651-4009 German 651-4007 Graphic Arts 651-4121 Graphic Communications 651-4121 Graphic Technology -Animation 651-4121 Green Valley High Tech Center 651-2650 Greenhouse-Henderson 651-3501 Gymnasium-Cheyenne 651-4212 Health and Human Performance 651-5690 Health Information Technology 651-5690 Health Programs Orientation Hot Line 651-5015 Henderson Campus 651-3000 Honors College 651-5746 Hotel Management 651-4654 Human Services 651-4030 Italian 651-4007 Japanese 651-4007

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Job Placement-Charleston 651-5089 Job Placement-Cheyenne 651-4700 Job Placement-Henderson 651-3174 Journalism 651-4086 Korean 651-4007 La Barista Café-Henderson 651-3175 Latin 651-4007 Legal Assistant 651-5066 Library Reference Desk-Charleston 651-5729 Library Reference Desk-Cheyenne 651-4419 Library Reference Desk-Henderson 651-3039 Library Skills 651-5716 Library-Charleston 651-5723 Library-Cheyenne 651-4014 Library-Henderson 651-3066 Management 651-5066 Marketing/Merchandising/Retail Management 651-5066 Massage 651-5690 Mathematics 651-4029 Mechanical Technology 651-3012 Medical Office 651-5690 Mental Health Developmental Disabilities 651-5700 Military Science 651-5085 Millenium Scholarship Information 651-5555 Music 651-4628 Music-Private Instruction 651-4628 Nellis Air Force Zone 652-5524 Nursing 651-5690 Nursing Assistant 651-5690 Occupational Therapy Assisting 651-5690 Office Administration 651-3100 Ophthalmic 651-5690 Ornamental Horticulture 651-3012 Pahrump Valley Center 775-537-2701 Pharmacology 651-5690 Phi Theta Kappa/Alpha XI Beta 651-4012 Philosophy 651-4008

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Phlebotomy 651-5690 Photography 651-4121 Photo Lab 651-4610 Physical Education 651-4030 Physical Therapy 651-5690 Physics 651-4009 Planetarium Hotline 651-4SKY Political Science 651-4008 Practical Nursing 651-5690 Provost Office-Charleston 651-5640 Provost Office-Cheyenne 651-4002 Provost Office-Henderson 651-3010 Psychology 651-5700 Reading Skills 651-4086 Real Estate 651-5066 Recruitment 651-4717 ReEntry-Charleston 651-5089 ReEntry-Cheyenne 651-4700 ReEntry-Henderson 651-3086 Reflexology 651-5690 Retention 651-4257 Roadrunner Program 651-5784 Russian 651-4007 Sahara West Center 651-4449 Scholarships 651-4047 Security-Charleston 651-5613 Security-Cheyenne 651-4055 Security-Henderson 651-3113 Sociology 651-5700 Sonography 651-5690 Spanish 651-4007 Speech 651-4110 Spelling Skill 651-4086 Study Skills 651-4086 Summerlin High Tech Center 651-4900 Surgical Technology 651-5690 Telephone Registration 643-7026

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Theatre 651-4006 Transcripts 651-4060 Travel and Tourism 651-4827 TRIO Program 651-4441 Tutorial Services/Writing Center-Henderson 651-3187 Tutorial Services-Cheyenne 651-4232 Tutorial Services-Charleston 651-5732 Veterans’ Affairs 651-4046 Veterinary 651-5690 Vocabulary 651-4086 Welding 651-3088 Western High Tech Center 651-4800 Workforce Development-Charleston 651-5089 Workforce Development-Cheyenne 651-4700 Writing Center-Charleston 651-5736 Writing Center-Cheyenne 651-4101

Other Southern Nevada Educational Institutions

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 643-0762 Nevada College of Pharmacy 990-4433 Nevada State College 651-4101 Nova Southeastern University 365-6682 Regis University 990-0375 Sierra Nevada College 434-6599 University of Nevada Las Vegas 895-3011 University of Phoenix 638-7868

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Emergency Procedures & Crime Statistics The Emergency Procedures are distributed to all CCSN Campuses and Centers. They are brightly colored pamphlets on bulletin boards throughout the facilities. Yearly crime statistics and definitions are available on the CCSN Security Web Page and in CCSN’s schedule of classes. Hot Links About Las Vegas @ about.com lasvegas.about.com Access Nevada accessnevada.com Asian Las Vegas asianlasvegas.com Black Las Vegas blackvegas.com Board of Regents nevada.edu/index2.html City of Henderson cityofhenderson.com City of Las Vegas www.ci.las-vegas.nv.us City of North Las Vegas www.cityofnorthlasvegas.com Clark County Nevada www.co.clark.nv.us Clark County Recreation Links co.clark.nv.us/parks/homepage.htm Clark County School District ccsd.net Community College of Southern Nevada www.ccsn.nevada.edu Desert Research Institute www.dri.edu Henderson Chamber of Commerce hendersonchamber.com Hoover Dam hooverdam.com KNPR Nevada Public Radio knpr.org Lake Mead Recreation Area www.nps.gov/lame Las Vegas. Com lasvegas.com Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce www.lvchamber.com Las Vegas Review Journal lvrj.com Las Vegas Sun lasvegassun.com Latin Las Vegas www.latinlasvegas.com University of Nevada, Las Vegas www.unlv.edu Universtiy of Nevada, Reno www.unr.edu Vegas.Com www.vegas.com

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Resource Referral General Referrals: Help of Southern Nevada 369-HELP Equity Referrals: Adaptive Recreation 229-6727 Deaf Resources Center 639-6546 Job Accommodation Network 1-800-526-7234 Southern Nevada Sightless 642-0100

Health Referrals: American Diabetes Association 1-800-DIABETES American Lung Association 1-800-LUNG USA A Friend's Place - Crisis Line for Domestic Violence 1-800-603-HELP Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization 1-800-221-2141 Mental Health Referrals: Bridge Counseling Associates 474-6450 CDC National STD/AIDS Hotline 474-2437 Children's Behavioral Services 486-6100 Clark County Social Services Department 455-4270 Community Counseling Center 369-8700 Crisis Evaluation Team 876-4357 Divorced and Widowed Adjustment 735-5544 Emotional Health Services 384-8362 Emotions Anonymous 221-0744 Family and Child Treatment of Southern Nevada 258-5855 Gamblers Anonymous 385-7732 Las Vegas Mental Health Center 486-6000 Overeaters Anonymous of Las Vegas 593-2945 Palo Verde Child & Family Services 243-4357 Parkinsons Support Group of Southern Nevada 564-5416 Rape Crisis Hotline 366-1640 Southwest Passage 631-8722 Stop DUI 456-7867 Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Foundation 455-3894 Safe Nest: Temporary Assistance for Domestic Crisis 877-0133 TOUGHLOVE (a parent - teenager self help group) 386-5632 UNLV Client Services 895-3106 WestCare Youth Runaway/Emergency Shelter 385-3335 Substance Abuse Referrals: Bridge Counseling Associates 474-6450 Drug Abuse Prevention Information 799-8402 EOB Treatment Center 648-0663 Narcotics Anonymous 369-3362 Westcare Inc. 383-4044

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First Steps to College

q Complete and submit the Admissions Form online or in-person

q Complete the financial aid form (FAFSA) online or by mail

q Attend an orientation session q Take the appropriate placement

test q Purchase the current CCSN

Catalog q See a counselor to determine

appropriate classes to take q Register for classes – refer to information on p. 23 q Pay by the deadline

Plan Ahead

q Arrange for child care q Arrange for transportation q Obtain your student ID card or sticker q Locate your classrooms q Learn about campus services q Buy your books & supplies early

Services for Students

Admissions gets you started If you have never attended CCSN . . . • Complete an Admissions Form • You will qualify for admission to CCSN if you are ü A United States citizen or immigrant, and 18 years

of age or older; OR High school graduate; OR equivalent; and ü Qualified under CCSN’s “open-door” policy. and you

meet the residency requirements and can profit from the program; or

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ü A qualified high school student • You may also be admitted to CCSN if you are an international

student. Contact the International Student Office at 702-651-5820. Admission of Nonresident Students of Nevada • The College requires that all nonresident students comply with all

the admission procedures required of State residents. • The term “nonresident” applies to all students other than resident

students. • In most cases a student who enrolls as a nonresident will not be

eligible to apply for a change in residency status until one year from the date he or she began residing in Nevada.

• It is the student’s responsibility for establishing a change in residency status.

Assessment puts you in the right place • Placement tests are available for students at no cost on all

three campuses. • The Assessment Centers can be found at the following

locations: q Charleston Campus, Room D113. q Cheyenne Campus, Room 1106 q Henderson Campus in the Student

Development/Testing Office • Some of the tests available include the General Equivalency

Development (GED), the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), Strong Interest Inventory (SII), and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI).

• English and Math placement tests are required for students wishing to enroll in English and Math classes.

Counselors help you to stay the course Counselors help students in the following ways:

• Academic and career counseling • University transfer and planning • Credit and graduation evaluation • Coping and communication skills • Resource referrals and assistance

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Academic Planning Planning your college career requires that you carefully examine the curriculum in the degree area you are planning to enter. We offer courses at three campuses and several outreach centers. General Guidelines Before you register for classes, there are several guidelines of which you should be aware. Although these do not apply to all students, this basic knowledge will help you determine what is appropriate for you. If you work take no more than the following: 40 hrs./wk. 6 credits 30 hrs./wk. 9 credits 20 hrs./wk. 12 credits to 15 hrs./wk. 14 - 16 credits Study Time It is strongly advised that you allow two (2) hours of study time for every one (1) hour of class time. For example, if you are enrolled in twelve (12) credits, you should plan to spend a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours per week studying. Examples of courses which may require more than 2 hours of study for every hour in class are the following:

q Foreign Languages q Natural Sciences q Mathematics - all levels q Accounting - all levels

Finally, balance your course load by selecting required classes from several different areas of your degree sheet. A first semester schedule for a full time student may typically include the following classes:

• ENG 101 Composition I (Communication Requirement) • LT101 Library Skills & Research College Paper (1 credit) • MATH 120 Fundamentals of College Mathematics, MATH 124

College Algebra or above (Math Requirement) • SPH 101 Oral Communications (Humanities Requirement); or ART

115 Art Appreciation or MUS 121 Music Appreciation (Fine Arts Requirement)

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• PSY 101 General Psychology, SOC 101 Principles of Sociology or ANTH 103 Cultural Anthropology (Social Science Requirement)

• SSK 109 College Success: Life & Study Skills or other elective course (Elective/Human Relations Requirement)

Summer Session Courses Summer courses should be approached with caution, especially if you are taking college courses for the first time. Summer session course work is intensive, and instructors do not lighten the course requirements. These courses are condensed to as little as one-fourth the time as

compared to a regular semester. Students who enjoy short, focused study in one or more subject area(s) usually benefit from this format. Below is a chart which explains the hidden study requirements for courses of different lengths (the following examples are based on 3 credit courses):

Length of session Number of hours of study required per week 4 week session 20 - 24 hours 6 week session 13 -16 hours 8 week session 10 - 12 hours 10 week session 8 - 9 hours Because of the condensed format, it is usually suggested that math, science, and foreign language courses be taken during an eight or ten week summer session. Transferring Credits In general, transferring from one institution to another can be a challenging experience. The receiving institution will always determine which credits will transfer. Transferring Credits to a four-year Institution Four-year institutions typically require the following:

• One-quarter of your total credits required for graduation earned at that institution.

• One-half of your total credits at a four-year institut ion.

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• One-third of your credits be considered upper division (courses typically numbered 300 and 400).

• "C" grades or better on all transfer work. • 2.0 or higher grade point average (GPA).

If you are unsure of where you are planning to continue your baccalaureate studies,

• Take classes which contain the words Introduction, Appreciation, or Survey in their course titles.

• Avoid preparatory or developmental courses unless recommended. • Avoid state or institution specific courses (for example, in Nevada, a

Nevada Constitution course is required. If you transfer outside Nevada, this course may not be accepted for credit).

• Keep hard copies of your catalog, course syllabuses, grade reports, and course work.

Transferring credit to the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) or the University of Nevada Reno (UNR) In general, a course which is

• numbered 100 or above and • does not have the letter B, C, or D following the course number

will transfer to UNLV or UNR.

As a rule of thumb, take courses that transfer as a specific course over one that transfers as an elective. At present, UNLV and UNR will accept you as a transfer student if you

• Have completed twelve (12) or more transferable credits and • Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher and • Are a high school graduate or have earned a GED

Transfer Contracts/Agreement to UNLV or UNR

By completing a Transfer Contract/Agreement with UNLV or UNR, students planning to transfer within Nevada can be protected from changes in degree requirements. If you have completed

college credits outside CCSN, UNLV requires that you sign your contract with the Transfer Center Coordinator who may be reached at (702) 895-0892. To be eligible for a Transfer Contract to UNLV, you must:

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• Have completed 0 to 30 transferable credits and • Have a chosen major and • Be currently enrolled

Additionally, UNLV now requires a Multicultural and International requirement. For a list of courses which fulfill this requirement consult your catalog or see a counselor.

UNR no longer requires a formal agreement. Students need only to obtain a copy of the current articulation agreement and follow the suggested courses. For more information contact the counseling office nearest you:

q Charleston Campus: 651-5670. q Cheyenne Campus: 651-4049 q Henderson Campus: 651-3165

Transferring to Other Institutions It is the receiving institution which determines the transferability of courses. As such, it is always advised that you obtain curriculum information from the institutions you plan to attend. A university catalog usually will suffice. After you have acquired this information, cross-reference both the CCSN Catalog and the catalogs from the institutions you plan to attend. ü Check for similar course titles and descriptions. ü It is also advised that you keep the course syllabus, assignments, and

copies of tests from each class you take. If you are ever put in a position where you must challenge the evaluation of CCSN credits, you will be prepared. As previously mentioned, a CCSN Catalog is the most important resource for this process.

ü If you are interested in obtaining information regarding other institutions, you may wish to check with hard copy sources such as The College Blue Book or Peterson's Guide to Four-Year Institutions. You may also want to conduct an internet search using Yahoo's guide to Higher Education.

Incoming Credit Evaluations To determine what credits will be accepted at CCSN, please request that all institutions you have previously attended send official transcripts to Community College of Southern Nevada

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Office of Admission and Records 3200 East Cheyenne Avenue – C1K North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030-4296 It is also suggested that you request a copy for yourself. Transcripts received by CCSN become part of your permanent record. You must then apply for an official evaluation through the Admissions and Records Office. Please complete the Transfer Credit Evaluation Request form. A copy of the completed transfer credit evaluation will be mailed to you. Institutional Accreditation If you are planning to attend an institution of higher education, it is recommended that they be accredited by one of following six regionally accrediting bodies:

• Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges (NWASC) • Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) • New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) • North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) • Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA)

Accreditation Bodies insure the quality of the education you will receive at an institution. Factors that determine accreditation include, but are not limited to the following:

• Facilities • Educational background of teaching faculty • Student services provided • Credits and courses required for degrees

Financial Aid helps you with money To be eligible for financial aid, you must meet the following criteria:

• Enrolled in an eligible degree program or certificate • A citizen or eligible non-citizen of the United States • Have a high school diploma or GED Certificate • Complete the FREE application for Federal Student

Aid (FAFSA) To be eligible to receive financial aid, you must complete the FAFSA. The deadlines are as follows:

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Fall Semester - postmarked by April 15 Spring Semester - postmarked by October 15 Summer Session - postmarked by February 15

Grants

• The Federal Pell Grant is the foundation of all federal financial aid. • A Federal Pell Grant does not have to be repaid. • The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOGs)

is a gift aid for students with financial hardship.

Work-Study

• The Federal Work-Study Program provides part -time jobs for students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay educational expenses.

• The program encourages community service work and work related experience enhance the student’s course of study.

• Federal Work-Study can help you get your foot in the door by allowing you to gain experience in your chosen field.

Student Loans: CCSN participates in the Federal Family Educational loan programs.

• Students must be in good standing on prior educational loans and must be in satisfactory standing academically.

• The Federal Perkins Loan (FPL) is a low interest (5 percent) loan for students with financial hardship.

• CCSN is the lender, and funds awarded must be repaid.

Federal Stafford Loans are a major form of self-help aid. Federal Stafford Loans are either subsidized or unsubsidized. A subsidized loan is awarded on the basis of financial need. No interest is charged before you begin repayment or during authorized deferment periods. An unsubsidized loan is not awarded on the basis of need. Interest will be charged from the time the loan is disbursed until it is paid in full. PLUS loans (Loans for Parents) enable parents with good credit histories to borrow to pay the education expenses of each child who is a dependent. Parents who borrow through the PLUS program must begin repayment of funds borrowed within 60 days after the final loan disbursement for the year.

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State Funds CCSN offers one time state allocated funds that support tuition and books for Nevada state resident students. Students filing a Nevada State Grant Application or a FAFSA are eligible for these funds. Scholarships Scholarships are offered throughout the school year. However, several general applications for institutional scholarships are available from January 1 through April 15. For up to date scholarship information please visit www.finaid.ccsn.nevada.edu or contact the Financial Aid Office for more information. Millenium Scholarships As a Nevada high school student, you will become eligible for a Millennium Scholarship when all of the following conditions are met: ü You must graduate with a diploma from a Nevada public or private

high school in the year 2000 or later. ü You must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher in high school. ü You must pass all areas of the Nevada High School Proficiency

Exam. ü You must have been a resident of Nevada for 2 years. ü You must maintain a GPA of 2.0 to remain eligible. ü You must register for a minimum of 6 credits each semester.

Emergency Loans Short-term emergency loans are available to those students in good academic standing. The maximum amount is $200 and must be repaid within 30 days along with a $2 handling fee. Registration signs you up The Admission and Registration Office provides you the following services:

• Registration for classes for new students and senior citizens at the Charleston, Cheyenne, and Henderson Campuses and the Summerlin, Western, and Pahrump centers

• Unofficial/official transcripts • Enrollment verifications. • Transfer credit evaluations • Graduation application • Name or address changes • Residency reclassification

Web and telephone registration are available. Consult the schedule of classes for a list of helpful registration tips.

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Registering for Classes How to Read the Class Schedule After you have given some thought to the number and types of classes you will need to take, you are ready to schedule your first semester's program using the current Schedule of Classes. Below you will find a typical listing for a class. Refer to the numbers for a description of each item. [1] [2] [3] [4] SSK 109 COLLEGE SUCCESS: Life & Study Skills 3 Credits Fee: $148.50 [5] Students learn the essential study/life skills needed for success in college and beyond. Topics include change, memory development, time mangement/priority setting, money mangement, and other topics that have an effect on student life and study in and outside of college. [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12] [13] 45408 CY010 F 9:30AM - 12:30PM Cheyenne 2005 SHERFIELD 75024 CY901 S 12:00PM - 2:50PM Cheyenne 2053 STAFF [14] CY901 U 1:00PM - 3:50PM Cheyenne 2053 NOTE: ABOVE SECTION -- MEETS 9/9 -- 10/31 [15] 45410 CY011 TR 11:00AM - 12:30PM Cheyenne 2005 LAFLAMME 45411 HN001 MW 8:00AM - 9:20AM Henderson A 111 KONOWALOW 45397 WC801 TR 11:00AM - 12:20PM W.Charleston C 278 SOPRANO 58422 DE201 ARR ARR - ARR ARR ARR TANAKA NOTE: Above Section – INTERNET ONLY SE E PAGE 90 [16]

Codes [1] Department and course number [2] Course title [3] Number of credits [4] Cost of the course, does not include books (additional lab fees may

also be assessed) [5] Course description [6] Call number [7] Section number [8] Meeting days (M=Monday, T=Tuesday, W=Wednesday,

R=Thursday, F=Friday, S=Saturday, U=Sunday) [9] Starting times [10] Ending times [11] Campus and building [12] Room number [13] Instructor name [14] "Staff" indicates an instructor has not been assigned. These

courses are often taught by adjunct or part -time instructors [15] Weekend class - meets on Saturday & Sunday for period

specified [16] Distance education internet course

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Registration Steps The Registration Steps outlined below will assist you in signing up for classes. It is recommended that you go through Orientation before the start of classes .

Step One: List all the classes you can take without having to take a prerequisite course. Prioritize these classes in the order of importance, i.e.. BIOL 130 or 190 is a prerequisite for BIOL 223 and therefore should be taken before BIOL 223. Because of the required sequence, BIOL 130 or 190 would be more important to take than a stand alone class which is not in a suggested sequence. Step Two: Using the Schedule of Classes, mark all the sections of the course that you can attend. Take note of the campus where the classes are being held. Step Three: Using the list from Step One, prioritize the sections that you are willing to attend. Use the worksheet provided in your schedule. Step Four: If you are a returning or continuing student, register using the Web or Telephone Registration System. If you are registering for the first time, you have the option of registering in person. Instructions, web addresses, and phone numbers can be found at the end of the Schedule of Classes. Use the five-digit call number found in the first column of every course listing. If your first, second, and third choices are full, use the search option to find open sections. Step Five: Mark the class you have signed up for and the campus location on your Registration Worksheet. Step Six: Repeat Steps Four and Five until you have registered for the appropriate number of classes. Eliminate the options that will no longer work after you register for each additional class. Step Seven: Find out how much you owe. Check payment deadlines and PAY for your classes. Remember students who fail to pay by the deadline will be dropped from classes. Payment can be made in the following ways:

• By phone (using your credit card) • By mail (personal checks must be postmarked by mail-in deadline)

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• In person (at the Bursar's Office at your campus) • By arranging for a time payment plan at the Admissions Office.

What To Do If the Class You Want is Full If you discover that the class you want to take is closed, it is suggested that you do the following: ü Keep trying (someone who has already registered for the class may

decide to drop that class). ü Wait until the first day of registration after the purge (when all

students who have not paid for their classes are dropped) and attempt to register again.

ü Try again during late registration (usually the first week after the start of classes).

ü Attempt to contact the instructor prior to the start of classes (it may be difficult during breaks and between semesters to reach an instructor).

ü If the class is being taught by an adjunct professor, the department may allow additional students.

ü Attend the first day of class and ask the instructor for permission to add his/her class.

ü Consider weekend offerings, internet, distance education, or sections at another campus.

How to Know if You are in the Right Class or Level Often the only way to discover if a class is appropriate or not is to sign-up and attend. However, there are several ways you can determine whether or not the class is right for you beforehand: ü Go to the bookstore and preview the text to be used in the class. You

will get an idea of the material to be covered, in the course and can make a more informed decision.

ü Check in the reserve section of the library for copies of old exams and/or syllabuses from instructors who have taught the course.

ü Attend one class session during the current semester, with the permission of the instructor and get an idea of the his/her teaching style and his/her rapport with the class.

ü Check to see that you have met all course prerequisites or corequisites.

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Other Student Services & Resources Art Gallery Professional, staff, and student exhibits in contemporary art. Located at the Cheyenne Campus. ATMs Automated Teller Machines (ATM) can be found at the following locations:

Charleston Campus: located in the lobby of the “D” building Cheyenne Campus: located near the student services area Henderson Campus: located in the “B” building lobby.

Bookstore The Bookstores are located at the Cheyenne Campus (Room 1082), Henderson Campus (Room A112), and Charleston Campus (Room B195). • Each bookstore sells the required and supplemental

textbooks for classes, as well as general school supplies, study aids, educationally discounted software, clothing, and gift items.

• You can also purchase textbooks and get text information from the bookstore website at efollet.com.

Career and Job Services

• The Center helps students explore and realize their career goals through exploring their unique interests and skills.

• Interests and skills are matched to specific career areas.

• The Center also helps CCSN students and graduates find jobs which utilize their education, training, and experience.

The Workforce Center offers career guidance to job seeking students, graduates, and people in the community: § Guidance and resume assistance to students seeking

employment § Listings of job opportunities

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§ Internet/Computer Access Job Hotlines, America’s Job Bank, JobFit, and other services

§ Providing assistance to employers in the community with qualified personnel

§ Workshops, Employment Event,s and Job Fairs § Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Cashier The Cashier’s Office collects all student tuition, fees, and fines. Their office hours are Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Child Care Services • The Child Care Centers provide high quality, low-cost child-

care services for students who are parents. • Children of faculty/staff are also eligible, depending on

availability. • Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. • Full day, half-day schedules and drop-in when available • Children two through five years of age are accepted. • Assistance with childcare cost may be

available. • Please contact the center for details.

• Cheyenne Campus 651-4944 • Charleston Campus 651-7390

Computer Labs CCSN has full-service Interactive Learning Centers (Computer Labs) at the Cheyenne Campus (Room 2652), Henderson Campus (Building B), Charleston Campus (Building C), and the Green Valley, Pahrump Valley, Summerlin, and Western Interactive Learning Centers.

• Computer-based instruction, application and

word processing software, and individual instruction are available in these centers to currently registered students

• All students can receive a FREE e-mail account. Simply log on to http://newuser.nevada.edu and follow the prompts.

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Hours are posted at each center. For more information, stop by any of the centers or call 651-4101. Copy Machines Coin Operated Copy machines are located as follows:

Charleston Campus • “B” building lobby near Security • “C” building computer lab • “C” building library reserve area • “D” building lobby next to Tutorial Services

Cheyenne Campus • Student Services area • Library

Henderson Campus • Library

Disability Resource Center (DRC)

The Disability Resource Center is committed to providing educational support services for students with documented disabilities, on all campuses of CCSN. The office assists students and instructors in providing special accommodations, which allow each individual to realize

his or her fullest academic potential within the scope of the college. The Center also refers students to other college departments and community agencies in order to enrich their educational experiences. Accommodations may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Note takers to assist in providing class notes • Sign Language Interpreters • Readers • Scribes • Lab and Research Assistants • Access to the Adaptive Computer Lab • Testing accommodations • Contact the Disability Specialist in the DRC for further assistance.

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Early Childhood Lab Low-cost pre-school childcare and classes on a limited enrollment and by-reservation-only basis are offered at the Cheyenne Campus. Food Cheyenne Campus

• A Cafeteria located in the student lounge serves daily specials, soups, sandwiches, fruit, snacks, and beverages, from 10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

• Coffee/snack shop in the lobby of the main building • Russell’s Restaurant operated by the Culinary Department serves

meals during part of each semester. For scheduled information please call 651-4407. It is open to all.

Charleston Campus

• A cafeteria/ grill located in the “B” building • Coffee/snack shops located in the lobbies of the “B” and “D”

buildings and the southeast corner of the “C” building

Henderson Campus • A building, La Barista • C building, café.com

Gym & Athletic Facility Racquetball, basketball, and other athletic activities and events are offered at the Cheyenne Campus. International Student Services Provides international students assistance with the following:

• Application and admissions • Orientation • Academic and cultural understanding • Placement in appropriate classes • Housing information and referrals • INS questions and concerns • Referrals to other services

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Learning and Earning Program Is a program designed to help at-risk high school students stay in school and graduate, often with college credit. Students are referred to this program through high school counselors, child/family services and the court system. The program provides the following: • Job Placement with Hourly Wages • Guidance/Counseling • Work Ethics & Employment Skills Training • Mentorship • Supervised Homework Time • Positive Self-Esteem Development • Community Partnership • Proficiency Exam Preparation Lost & Found CCSN is not responsible for property lost or damaged. Check with the security offices of the Cheyenne, Charleston, and Henderson campuses. Performing Arts Center Theater productions and a variety of guest performances and lectures are held in the Nicholas Horn Theatre at the Cheyenne Campus. Planetarium & Observatory Public presentations and telescope viewing sessions are held on Thursday and Friday nights. Located at the Cheyenne Campus. Recruitment Office Located at the Cheyenne and Charleston Campuses, this office is dedicated to providing personal assistance to CCSN students through every step of the college experience – from admissions to financial aid – to retention. If you would like to help other students become successful at CCSN, join the Recruitment Office as a Student Ambassador. Student Ambassadors assist Recruiters with high school presentations, community and business events, and campus tours. Under the guidance of the Recruitment staff, Ambassadors will

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gain communication skills, leadership opportunities, and the rewards of community services. To find out more about becoming a Student Ambassador, or to meet with one of the Recruiters, please call 651-4717. We look forward to meeting you! Re-Entry Program The ReEntry Program, is located on the Cheyenne, Charleston, and Henderson Campuses and provides assistance to low income individuals who wish to return to College in order to pursue a vocational degree or certificate. The Program helps any individual facing significant barriers including single parents, displaced homemakers, educationally and/or economically disadvantaged individuals, students with disabilities, foster children, and dislocated workers. The ReEntry program also assists individuals wishing to pursue high-skill, high-wage careers which traditionally have been pursued by one gender. Programs include the Apprenticeship Preparation Training program and Electronics Program for women, and health occupations for men. Services provided by the ReEntry Program include the following:

• Interest and aptitude assessments • Academic advising • Tuition assistance (when not covered by

Pell Grant) • Transportation (bus tokens) • Child Care assistance • Job placement assistance • Book assistance • Resources for additional financial assistance and scholarships

• Workshops and seminars on resume writing, job interviews, study skills, life skills Referrals

• Referrals

Retention Office Students who are having difficulty adjusting to college or who are thinking of leaving college should contact the office of Student Retention for help. This office provides the following services:

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• FREE one–on-one Guidance Appointments • Faculty Mentors • Peer Coaches • Tutoring Referrals • Workshops • Referrals and Contacts with appropriate offices

Security Security Offices are located in the Main Lobbies of the Cheyenne, Henderson, and Charleston Campuses. Security Officers provide information, assistance, and protection for the students and visitors at the Community College of Southern Nevada. They also patrol the parking areas on a regular basis and are radio dispatched for emergencies. Escort services are available upon request. Student Activities

• Plans and Organizes Special Events at the Cheyenne, Charleston, and Henderson campuses.

• Provides advisement and guidance to ALL student groups

• Plans and Organizes Leadership Training & Workshops

• Offers Academic Advisement • Assists in Orientation • Advises Student Government • Supports and Develops Community Outreach • Links Students with Community Leaders and College

Administration Student Clubs & Organizations Students may call the office of Student Activities at 651-4051 for more information about joining an existing club or starting a new club. The following is a list of clubs and organizations: AD Guy, Alpha Xi Beta, Anime Club, Art Society, ASCCSN (Student Government), BSA (Black Student Association), Campus Crusade for Christ, Ceramics, CCHS Student

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Council, CCHS Yearbook, Commis de LaValle, Dance, English, ESL, French, German, Student American Dental Hygienists Association, International Student Organization, Jazz Music, (Church of Latter Day Saints) LDSSA Henderson, LDSSA West Charleston, LULAC Young Adult, Multicultural, National Student’s Nurse’s Association, News, Physical Therapist Assistant Student Association, Sociology, Student Organization of Latinos (SOL), Student Occupational Therapy Association, The View, and Welding Technology Student Identification Cards Picture I.D. cards are available FREE to students who have a current semester schedule. ASCCSN offices at the Cheyenne, Charleston and Henderson campuses provide this service. Trio Program

Provides direction and opportunity to students. Its main objective is to increase the number of low-income, first-generation college students, financial aid-grant recipients, and disabled students who

complete a two-year degree at CCSN and continue on to a four-year program. Participants of the program can benefit from FREE one-on-one • Academic advising • Assistance in filing financial aid applications • Career exploration, planning, and job shadowing • College transfer assistance • Peer- Mentoring • Personal counseling • Special instruction in math, reading, writing, and study skills • Tutoring For more information, please visit the TRIO Office in the Cheyenne Campus, Room 1121, Phone 651-4441 Tutorial Services CCSN provides tutoring services on each of its three campuses. Students may receive four hours of free tutoring for each credit of each class in which they are registered. Services include

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• One-on-one tutoring in a student’s specific area of need • Open math labs offering guided assistance on all levels and in all areas of math. • Planned study groups in areas in which three or more students are interested in cooperative learning • English as a Second Language (ESL) conversational labs Locations are as follows: Cheyenne Campus, (Library); Charleston Campus, Building D (Lobby); Henderson Campus, Building C (Computer Lab/Writing Center).

Veterans’ Affairs (VA)

If you are a veteran, or the dependent of a veteran, and are eligible for Department of Veterans’ Affairs Educational Benefits, please visit our office. • Eligible students requesting the advance

payment of educational benefits must present completed claim packages to the Veterans’ Affairs Office no later than 45 days before the semester begins.

• The Veterans’ Affairs office is located at the Cheyenne Campus, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

• You may receive assistance at the Henderson and Charleston campuses as well.

Women’s Center Provides workshops, seminars, counseling and support to women on the CCSN campuses. The Center maintains information about non-traditional careers, community resources and referrals, and a small information library.

Fees & Payments The following fees are subject to change as approved by the University and Community College System of Nevada Board of Regents (all fees are for Fall and Spring regular semesters unless otherwise noted) Registration Fee $45.50 per credit hour (Fall and Spring ‘02-’03) During the Summer session a higher tuit ion is charged. See the current Summer Schedule of Classes for published rates.

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Out-of-State Tuition $2,215.00 per semester (Assessed to all nonresident students enrolled in seven or more credit hours in addition to the registration and other fees) Out-of State Tuition for Six or Fewer Credits $48.00 per credit hour assessed to all nonresident students enrolled in six or fewer credit hours in addition to the registration fees and other fees Late Registration Fee (For students registering for seven credits or more only) Per day: $5.00 Maximum for Each Semester: $25.00 Transcript of Record Fee: $2.00 per transcript Application Fee: $5.00 (one time non-refundable fee charged to all students new to the College) Graduation Fee: $15.00 (non-refundable) Late Graduation Application Fee: $5.00 Non-traditional Examination (NTE) Fee: $10.00 (non-refundable) Continuing Education Course Fees: Each course has the fee listed in the Continuing Education Schedule of Classes. Technology Fee: $4.00 per credit Special Course & Lab Fees It is the policy of the College that the registration fee be the only fee assessed for taking a course except for those courses which entail additional instruction costs. The reasons for these additional instruction costs include (a) individual instruction (e.g., private music lessons), (b) class supplies (e.g., welding), (c) third party charges for use of a facility (e.g., golf), (d) special transportation requirements or (e) some combination of all of these reasons. Individual music instruction classes generally have a special course fee of $210.00 per course while science; health, engineering, and other similar courses require special course fees ranging from $5.00 to $50.00.

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WICHE/WUE: The WICHE (Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education) program is a tuition funding program that allows students to enroll from the participating states without paying full out of state tuition. Please check with the Admissions and Registration office for more information. The following is a list of participants. AK, AZ, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, NM, ND, OR, SD, UT, WA and WY. All UCCSN students institutions participate WICHE/WUE. Admitted WICHE/WUE students are charged current in-state fees plus 50% of that amount. Nevada students may also take advantage of this reciprocal program. Methods of Payment:

• Time Payment Plan (Deferred Payment)

Contracts for a Time Payment Plan are available to students who register for six or more semester credit hours in a Fall or Spring semester.

• Fifty percent of all tuition and fees are due when submitting a Time Payment Plan Application.

• Personal checks are accepted for payment of fees or bills due the College.

• All checks should be made out to Board of Regents . CCSN honors Master Card, Visa, Discover, Carte Blanche, American Express, and Diners’ Club credit cards.

Refund Policy The following refund policy, established by the Board of Regents, is applicable to all students, in all divisions, in all programs, and to all course registration fees, except Continuing Education. The refund policy for the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters’ withdrawal or net credit load reduction shall be as follows: • One hundred percent (100%) if withdrawal is completed prior to the first

day of the semester. • Seventy-five percent (75%) if withdrawal is completed by the end of late

registration (5 working days into semester). • No refund shall be given after the period outlined above. • No refund shall be given for the application. • Courses that are scheduled to begin at a date different from the regular

semester and/or after the beginning of the semester must be dropped prior

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to the first class session for a 100% refund. Once the class has started, no refund of any amount will be given. No refunds are granted to students enrolled in Video Instruction courses.

Upon written approval of the Admissions and Records Office, a full (100%) or partial (75%) refund of all registration fees and tuition shall be given upon official withdrawal at any time during the first six weeks of the semester, for the following circumstances: • Induction of a student into the United States Armed Forces • Death of a spouse, child, parent, or legal guardian of the student • Death of the student • Verifiable error on the part of the institution • Verifiable incapacitating illness or injury which prevents the

student from returning to school for the remainder of the semester. No refund is made if withdrawal is after the end of the sixth week of instruction, regardless of circumstances.

§ Nonresident tuition shall be refunded in conformity with the above schedule for load reduction to six credit hours or less and for withdrawal during refund period.

Policies & Procedures Acts of academic dishonesty, including such activities as plagiarism or cheating, are regarded by the College as serious offenses. In the event that cheating, plagiarism, or other forms of academic dishonesty, on the part of students, is discovered, each incident will be handled on an individual basis.

Care will be taken that students’ rights are not violated and that punitive measures are instituted only in cases where documentation of the offense(s) exists. A description of all such incidents shall be forwarded to the Vice President for Academic Affairs where a file of

such occurrences is maintained. The Vice President of Student Services may institute action against a student according to the Board of Regents’ guide. Academic Renewal Under certain circumstances, an undergraduate may petition the office of Admissions and Records for academic renewal. If the petitioner qualifies, the student may have a maximum of two consecutive

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semesters of course work disregarded in all calculations regarding academic standing, grade point average, and eligibility for graduation. For more information consult your CCSN General Catalog. Adding and Dropping Classes Students may add classes through the last day of late registration. Students may officially drop classes through the Friday of the 12th week of classes. After the 12th week of classes an evaluating grade (A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, C-, D+, D, D-, F, P, W, I, S, U or AU) will be assigned to students enrolled even if they have stopped attending class. Questions should be directed to the Instructor or the Office of Admissions and Records. Admitting Students to Closed (full) Classes

• Students may only be added to a closed (full)

class with the approval of the instructor or in the case of institutional error, the office of Admissions and Records.

• No student may be enrolled in a class after the first fourteen days (14) of the semester.

• No person will be allowed to continue attending a class after the second week of the semester unless the student is registered for the class.

• Questions regarding this policy shall be referred to the Admission and Records Office.

• Enro llment is contingent upon acquisition of all required materials, supplies, and texts, and students are responsible for any work they have missed due to late enrollment.

• Students who wish to enroll in classes that commence later than the regular semester beginning may do so up to the day class begins.

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy CCSN is committed to the prevention of alcohol and drug abuse. It is the policy of CCSN that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of alcohol or any controlled substance on any campus is prohibited. Attendance Policy College enrollment assumes maturity, seriousness of purpose, and self-

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discipline for meeting the responsibilities associated with the courses for which a student registers. • Students are expected to attend each meeting of every course for which

they have registered. • The course instructor may drop a student from a course for excessive

absences. Under no circumstances will an absence, for any reason, excuse the student from completing all work assigned in a given course.

• After an absence, it is the student’s responsibility to check with the instructor about the completion of missed assignments.

Auditing Classes Students who wish to enroll for no grade may register as an auditor. An auditor will pay regular fees and must, at the discretion of the instructor, meet all regular class requirements. Students who audit a course will receive a grade of “AU” for that course and it will be entered as such on the student’s academic record. The “AU” grade is a “no” grade and is used to indicate that the student attended but did not earn a grade. Changing from audit to a credit option or from credit to audit must be done by filing the necessary forms before the end of the eighth week of instruction in a regular semester, and before the end of the third week of instruction in a Summer session. In all cases of courses when the first scheduled meeting is after the time periods stated above, a change to, or from, audit shall be permitted prior to the initial meeting. Forms for changing to or from audit status must be processed at the Office of Admissions. Challenge Examinations The College recognizes the fact that students accumulate a great deal of information outside the classroom without formal instruction. There are times when this information may be extensive enough to satisfy the requirements of courses offered by the College. For this reason, a currently enrolled student may take challenge examinations for certain courses offered by the College. A student interested in these examinations should inquire with the appropriate Department Chair for courses which may be challenged. Students desiring to challenge courses under the Credit-By-Examination provision must pay a non-refundable fee of $10 for each course challenged. Policies of the College relating to the challenges are listed below: • Only currently enrolled students are eligible to take challenge exams.

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• No more than 15 credits required for a degree may be obtained through challenges.

• Courses cannot be challenged if a student has taken an advanced course in the same area.

• Challenge examinations are not considered resident credit. • Challenge examination credit does not count as part of a student’s credit

load for any given semester nor are they computed into the grade point average.

• A student may not retake a challenge. • Challenge examinations are not transferable and in many cases, will not

count for licensing agencies. • Successful challenge examinations are posted as a “P” grade (Pass) on the

student’s transcript. • Students must complete the challenge during the same semester in which

the request was made. • The Community College of Southern Nevada reserves the right to deny

any petition for credit by examination. College Level Examination Program (CLEP) The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a specific type of challenge examination. Credit may be granted for the satisfactory completion of the CLEP general or CLEP subject examinations. • General Examinations - A maximum of six (6) semester credits may be

granted for each of the five general examinations (English Composition, Natural Science, Mathematics, Humanities, and Social Sciences) according to institutional limitations for scores of 50 or above and a satisfactory essay where required. A total of three (3) credits for Composition I (ENG 101) for the General English CLEP examination and three (3) general elective credits may be granted.

• Subject Examinations - A maximum of three (3) semester credits may be granted for each institutionally approved subject examination for scores of 50 or above and a satisfactory essay where required. Credit for Composition II (ENG 102) may be awarded with a score of 60 or above when taking the Analysis and Interpretation of Literature Exam. Additional credit may be granted for selected examinations as permitted by institutional policy. Students interested in the CLEP should contact the Assessment and Testing Center at the Cheyenne Campus for further information.

Non-traditional Education:

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file their requests with the Office of Admissions and Records. Certain credits may be applicable to satisfy course requirements for occupational degrees while others may be used only for elective credit. Credit for work experience will be evaluated on the basis of a personal interview, verification of occupational experience, and the results of occupational competency examinations. Applicants must submit all official documents and specific information on the length, content, and other pertinent documentation before evaluation. Credits granted in this area may be used only for the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) and Associate of General Studies (AGS) Degrees. Only students who have completed 15 credits in residence at CCSN and are currently enrolled are eligible to apply for non-traditional education credits. Credit earned from non-traditional sources will not apply toward satisfying the minimum 15 residence credits required for graduation purposes. The College may apply a maximum of 16 credits from non-traditional sources towards a specific degree. These non-traditional sources include: • Military training • Apprenticeship instruction and training • Correspondence schools • Extension courses • Service Members Opportunity College (SOC). • Post-secondary proprietary institutions including business colleges • Certificate training • Work Experience College Board Advanced Placement Examination (CBAPE) In accordance with UCCSN Board of Regents policy, CCSN credit may be granted to students who have achieved appropriate scores of 3, 4, 5, on one or more of the Advanced Placement Tests offered by the College Entrance Examination Board. The tests are administered each year in May and are available to all high school seniors who have taken advanced placement courses in high school and to other interested students who feel they have knowledge of the given subject being tested equal to the university-level course on the subject. Please contact the Admissions and Records Office for more information.

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Distance Education: Combining Education & Technology—Distance Education at CCSN provides educational opportunities by combining Instructional Television, Videos, Compressed Interactive Video, and exchange via the World Wide Web and email to provide a quality education to rural and urban Southern Nevada high school and college students. Please check with Distance Education for more info. at (702) 651-5619 or email distanceed@ccsn.nevada.edu. Previous College or University Course Work

Students from accredited institutions of higher education ordinarily will be granted credit for work completed which is equivalent to courses offered at the Community College of Southern Nevada. The accreditation of the institution and the listing published in the AACRAO Transfer Credit Practices

for the year in which the applicant attended a specific institution govern the acceptance of transfer credit. The amount of credit awarded will be determined by the College rating and the guidelines that follow: • The Office of Admissions and Records evaluates transcripts from other

institutions upon request and determines which credits are acceptable towards the degree or certificate of the College.

• Students must have an official transcript mailed to the Office of

Admissions and Records. • After the student has verified that his or her transcript has arrived in the

Office of Admissions and Records, he or she must fill out a Request For Transfer Credit Evaluation form and submit it to the Office of Admissions and Records.

• To meet graduation requirements, a transfer student must complete a

minimum of 15 credit hours in residence for an Associate degree or certificate. A maximum of 45 transfer credits of previous training, education or credit by examination may be applied toward any Associate degree. The College will also accept a maximum of 16 semester credits from non-traditional sources which are a part of the 45 credits.

• A student must take 15 credit hours at the Community College of Southern

Nevada in his or her major occupational area for an Associate of Applied Science Degree or a Certificate of Achievement.

• The College will accept “D” grades provided the cumulative grade point

average from the transfer institution, in the semester in question, is “2.0”

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or above. If a student’s cumulative GPA is below “2.0,” “D” grades will be denied.

• “D” grades cannot be used to fulfill major occupational area

requirements in Associate of Applied Science Degree. • If a transfer student requests a credit evaluation, at least two

weeks should be allowed for processing. Course Substitutions: If a student is unable to obtain a course which is listed as a program requirement or has already taken a course which he or she feels was very similar in content, he or she may apply for a substitution. • The student is not granted any additional credit but is merely allowed to

substitute a course not listed as a requirement for a course, which is required.

• The student must still fulfill the 15-credit residency requirement in the

major occupational area for the Associate degree or Certificate. • It is the student’s responsibility to

1) complete a separate Substitute Waiver form for each request, and 2) submit the request to the Department Chair for the course.

• Approval or denial of the request will be made by the appropriate

Department Chair. • The request will follow the established CCSN process: obtain all

necessary signatures for approval or denial and then submit to Dean for Curriculum for approval or denial. The Dean will forward the request to the Office of Admissions and Records. Upon completion of the process, the student will receive a copy of the form. Course substitution forms are available in the Office of Admissions and Records.

Course Waiver If a student feels he or she has the training or experience equivalent to the instruction given in a specific required course, he or she may apply to the appropriate Department Chair for a waiver of that course. • If a waiver is granted, the student is still required to complete the

appropriate 15-credit residency requirement in the major occupational area for the Associate degree or certificate.

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• The student must still have the total number of credits required for graduation. A waiver of a course does not waive the total credits required to receive a degree.

• Waiver of an institutional degree or certificate requirement requires the

approval Dean for Curriculum. Students must contact the appropriate Department Chair to determine how to fulfill the credits for the degree whenever a waiver is granted. Course waiver forms are available in the Office of Admissions and Records.

Credit Load: Students registering for fall or spring semester classes cannot exceed 19 credits per semester without the written permission of a Vice President of Academic Affairs or their designee. Students registering for a summer session cannot exceed 9 credits per session or 12 credits in combined sessions without written permission of a Provost. Dual Credit Program: The dual-credit program is a written agreement between the high school student and the principal whereby the student may take college courses that will be applied toward his or her high school requirements for graduation. Enrollment Verification Enrollment verification may be requested by students, institutions, or organizations for information related to a student’s past or current enrollment. CCSN provides a standardized enrollment certification document validating a student’s status for a current or past semester. Upcoming semester verifications are issued beginning the first day of the semester. Grading Symbols and Definition The following grades are given at the Community College of Southern Nevada:

1.The grades of A , A- = 4.0 and 3.7 grade points

2. The grades of B+, B and B- = 3.3, 3.0 and 2.7 grade points 3. The grades of C+, C and C- =2.3, 0 and 1.7 grade points 4. The grades of D+, D and D-= 1.0 and 0.7 grade points (Grades of

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D+, D and D- in the student’s major occupational area (Associate of Applied Sciences Degree Programs) will not count towards graduation requirements.) 5. The grade of F (0) grade points 6. The grade of “I” (Incomplete) may be given when the student has successfully completed all course work up to the withdrawal date of that semester/session but is unable, due to legitimate reasons, to complete all requirements of the course. An Incomplete grade allows the student to complete only those requirements that remain outstanding. In order to attend the class again, the student must officially re-register for that class. The instructor maintains a record of the necessary requirements for the removal of the incomplete grade. It is the responsibility of the student to make the necessary arrangements with the instructor to finish the course and to remove the “I” grade. The student has one year to complete the objectives and remove the “I” from his or her record. If these objectives are not completed during the period, the “I” grade will convert to a grade of “F,” which indicates failure to complete the course objectives. The “I” is worth zero (0) grade points. 7. The grade of “W” indicates withdrawal from class. An “Official Withdrawal” entails student initiation of a “drop” form at the Office of Admissions and Records prior to the last date to officially withdraw (as published) which is after 75% of the semester/session has been completed. An administrative withdrawal by the College may be administered anytime during the semester. The “W” is worth zero (0) grade points. 8. The grade of “Pass,” or “P” grade, is granted on the basis of satisfactory completion of specific courses designated as Pass/Fail only. The “P” is wort h zero (0) grade points. 9. The grade of “Satisfactory,” or “S” grade, indicates that the student earned a “C-” or above in the completion of the course objectives. The “S” is worth zero (0) grade points. 10. The grade of “Unsatisfactory,” or “U” grade indicates that the student earned a “D+” or below in the completion of the course objectives. The “U” is worth zero (0) grade points. 11. The grade of “Not Reported,” or “NR” is assigned by the Associate Vice President for Admissions and Records pending submission of a final grade by the instructor of the course. 12. The grade of “AU” is given for students who audit a course. The “AU” is worth zero (0) grade points.

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13. The use of “plus” (+) and “minus” (-) in a grade is at the discretion of the instructor. 14. The course syllabus shall contain a clear explanation of the grading scale to be used by the faculty member. Students may not appeal the format an instructor chooses. Academic Probation Students are placed on probation at the end of a semester or Summer session when their cumulative GPA falls below 2.0. Students placed on probation must meet with a counselor prior to registering for another semester. Academic probation status will appear on the official college transcript. A letter will be mailed to all probation students informing them of their status. Removal of Academic Probation Probation is removed when the cumulative GPA is raised to 2.0 or higher. (Exception: If an Incomplete grade (I) is removed after the student has enrolled for the next semester, the new grades effect on the GPA will be based upon its inclusion with grades for the semester for which the student is enrolled. Attendance While on Probation Students may continue to enroll while on probation provided they maintain a semester GPA of 2.0 or higher and schedule and attend a counseling appointment each semester. Academic Disqualification Students enrolled while on Probation are disqualified when both the semester and cumulative GPA are below 2.0. Students on academic disqualification will be allowed to attend one class only. The first disqualification at CCSN will be for one semester. A student disqualified at the end of the fall semester may attend the subsequent summer session if the disqualification was for one semester only. A student is qualified at the end of the spring semester may attend after the following fall semester. The second disqualification will be for one calendar year. The third and subsequent disqualification will be for a calendar year, and the student must petition the Disqualification Appeals Committee through

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the office of Admissions and Records. The recommendation of the appeals committee will be given to the Vice President for Academic Affairs for approval or denial. Credit earned at another institution while on disqualification at CCSN will be evaluated once the student is off probation at CCSN. Academic disqualification status will appear on the official college transcript. Academic Disqualification Appeal Process

A disqualified student may submit a written petition to the appeals committee through the Office of Admissions and Records. The petition should explain all extenuating circumstances and provide documentation when available. Grade Appeal: Any grade being appealed must follow this procedure. Only final semester grades may be appealed. A student may appeal a grade that she/he perceives to have been awarded unfairly. (Examples of what cannot be appealed include the teaching style of the instructor or the difficulty of the course, tests, etc.) No semester grade may be appealed later than 20 working days after the beginning of the next regular semester (Fall/Spring) following the one in which the appealed grade was assigned. The student will submit the grade appeal form to the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director’s office. The Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director will determine if the time limit may be waived. The appeals committees only make recommendations to the instructors/professors to retain or change a grade; the instructor/professor of record decides whether to follow the recommendation. General Appeal Process 1. The student will confer with the professor/ instructor to try satisfactorily to resolve the issue.

2. If not resolved, then the student will confer with the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director. When the student appeals a grade given by a Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director, the student will meet with a faculty member selected by her/his colleagues to function in the role of Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director. In such cases, whenever the terms Department

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Chair / Coordinator / Program Director appear below the term designated replacement shall be understood to replace the original terms.

3. If the results of the conference with the instructor/professor and the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director are considered unsatisfactory, the student may obtain a copy of the Grade Appeal Process from the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director’s office. 4. The student will deliver to the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director’s secretary the following material:

a. A copy of the course syllabus for the semester in question (the department secretary can assist in this, if necessary).

b. Copies of all papers, exams, and other work submitted by the student in the course concerned.

c. A complete written account which examines the specific circumstances of the appeal with all relevant documentation.

d. Any other material the student deems relevant to the issue. e. A signed appeal form.

5. Upon receipt of all of the above material, the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director will send a copy of the signed appeal form to the office of Academic Affairs, and the Faculty Senate Chair. The Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director and the Faculty Senate Chair will appoint and notify in writing an appeal committee composed of five academic faculty members. The Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director, in consultation with the student, will select one member of the committee, the faculty member whose grade is being appealed will select one member, and the Vice President for Academic Affairs (in consultation with the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director) will select one member, who will be from outside the discipline, and the Faculty Senate Chair will select two members from the academic faculty at large. Neither the faculty member whose grade is under appeal nor the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director may serve on the committee. The composition of the committee will be two members from the discipline of the faculty member whose grade is being appealed, or a related discipline if necessary; the remain three members from the academic faculty at large; and no member will be from the administrative faculty. The Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director will give all appeal committee members and the student a printed copy of the appeal process. This process of selecting a committee will be completed within 10 working days of receipt of all materials in the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director’s office.

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6. The faculty member whose course grade is being appealed will be notified in writing by the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director within 10 working days. This written notice will include the contact person on the committee to whom written materials should be submitted and the scheduled time/date of the committee meeting. 7. Each member of the appeal committee will individually examine the material submitted. Any member of the appeal committee may request in writing (return receipt requested) that the student and/or faculty member appear in person before the committee as a whole to address the issue. If either the student or the faculty member does not respond within 5 working days after having been invited to appear, the committee will complete its deliberations. 8. The faculty member will be given a maximum of 5 days to examine the material submitted by the student and may submit his/her response to the material in writing to the committee. The faculty member and/or the student may also meet with the appeal committee. If one party requests an appearance, the other party will be notified. 9. The appeal committee will meet to discuss the pros and cons of the appeal. However, each member of the appeal committee will submit his/her recommendation directly to the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director within 20 working days of receiving the assignment. If the committee recommendation is not unanimous, then the majority prevails. 10. The Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director will inform the faculty member whose grade is being appealed and the student who made the appeal in writing (return receipt requested) of the decision of the appeal committee within 30 working days of receiving the signed appeal form from the student. Each of the appeal committee members will receive a copy of this letter. All documentation will be retained in the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director’s office for one year from the date the appeal was received by the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director unless a further appeal takes place. 11. Within 10 working days the party whose view did not prevail may appeal directly to the Vice President for Academic Affairs or the appropriate Dean. The Vice President for Academic Affairs or the appropriate Dean will review the materials submitted to protect the rights of all concerned. The Vice President for Academic Affairs or the appropriate Dean shall, within 30 working days, affirm the grade or

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recommend to the faculty member that a grade be changed. In the case of the latter, if the faculty member is no longer available, or the faculty member refuses to change the grade the Vice President for Academic Affairs or the appropriate Dean may recommend to the President of the College that a grade be changed. If the President changes the grade, she/he must so inform the student, the faculty member (if available), the Department Chair / Coordinator / Program Director, and the Faculty Senate Chair in writing within 2 working days.

Late Registration Process Week 1 : No signatures are required unless the student is attempting to enroll in a FULL section. If the section is FULL, the instructor’s signature/approval is required. If an instructor is not available to sign the form, the appropriate Dean or Department Chair or their designee may sign with the instructor’s approval. Week 2 : Only the instructor’s signature is required for all enrollments. If the instructor is not available to sign the form, an appropriate Dean or Department Chair or their designee may sign with the instructor’s approval. Weeks 3 - 8: Instructor and appropriate Dean or Department Chair or their designee’s signature is required for all enrollments. If the instructor is not available to sign the form, an appropriate Dean or Department Chair or their designee may sign with the instructor’s approval. Week 9 and thereafter: Instructor, appropriate Dean or Department Chair, and Vice President of Academic Affairs or the Vice President’s designee must sign. If the instructor is not available to sign the form, an appropriate Dean or Department Chair or their designee may sign with the instructor’s approval Religious Holidays

It is the policy of CCSN to be sensitive to the religious obligations of its students. Any student missing class, quizzes, examinations, or any other class or lab work because of an observance of religious holidays shall,

whenever possible, be given an opportunity during that semester to make up the missed work. The makeup will apply to the religious holiday absence only. It shall be the responsibility of the student to notify the instructor in writing if the student intends to participate in a

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religious holiday, which does not fall on state holidays or periods of class recess. This policy shall not apply in the event that administering the assignment at an alternate time would impose an undue hardship on the instructor or the College, which could reasonably have been avoided. Any student who is denied a makeup option after appropriately notifying the instructor shall have the right to appeal that decision through the College’s normal appeal process. Repeat Courses Students are allowed to repeat any course. Only the highest grade received counts as part of the student’s total grade point average, and credit will only be granted once. All courses taken at the College will remain as part of the student’s permanent academic record. A student may retake a course as often as necessary for the purpose of gaining a better grade and, thereby, a higher grade point average. An official Repeat Course form must be filled out and be on file with the Office of Admissions and Records to activate the change. Residency Requirements Each person applying for admission or registered in a class at CCSN is classified as either a bona fide “resident” or as a “nonresident.” The following is a summary of CCSN’s residence rules. For more detailed information about residence requirements and exceptions, please contact the Office of Admissions and Records. A bona fide “resident” is defined as a person who is a citizen or national of the United States, resides in the State of Nevada, and can produce evidence of intention to make Nevada his or her true, fixed, and permanent home. A student who is a member of the Armed Forces of the United States and stationed in Nevada, or whose spouse, parent, or guardian is a member of the Armed Forces and stationed in Nevada on Active Duty, is classified as a “resident” student. This does not include the National Guard or other Reserve Forces. A “nonresident” is defined as a person who does not meet the residency requirements of the State of Nevada or who is a citizen of a foreign country and holds only temporary status in the United States. A student from a state other than Nevada who is a citizen or national of the United States and who attends CCSN is presumed to be residing in Nevada only temporarily for the purpose of attending school and is classified as a “nonresident” student. An international student attending on an F-1 or M-1 visa is classified as a nonresident” student and may not establish “resident” status during the duration of the F-1 or M-1

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visas. A “nonresident” student who is a citizen or national of the United States may qualify for reclassification as a “resident” student if clear and convincing evidence is presented that he or she has been living continuously in the State of Nevada for a period of at least twelve (12) months with the intention of making Nevada his or her true, fixed, and permanent home. A student’s reclassification as a “resident” becomes effective at the next registration period following reclassification. A student classified as a “resident” is required to pay the resident fees of $44.00 per credit to attend CCSN. “Returning Student” means a student who re-enrolls after a break in enrollment of one or more semesters. A Returning Student retains prior resident status, if any, as long as there is no indication that the student has established residency elsewhere. Reclassification of Nonresident Status To be reclassified from nonresident to resident status, a student must meet the following conditions:

• A student must apply to the Admissions and Records Office for reclassification to resident status and must file a written declaration of intent to relinquish residence in any other state and certifying to the establishment of residence in Nevada. • A student must be a Nevada resident for at least 12 months immediately prior to the date of application for reclassification. • A student must be financially independent. A dependent person whose family or legal guardian is a nonresident cannot apply for reclassification to resident student status. • The student must present clear and convincing, objective evidence of becoming a Nevada resident.

The following may be considered when reviewing an application: a. continuous presence in Nevada for 12 months when not enrolled as a

student; b. permanent full-time employment (or the hourly equivalent) in

Nevada for 12 months immediately prior to application; c. conducting a business in Nevada; d. admission to a licensed practicing profession in Nevada; e. registration or payments of taxes or fees on a motor vehicle, mobile

home, boat, or other personal property for which the state requires the payment of a tax or fee, for the 12 month period prior to application;

f. ownership, alone or with a spouse, of a home in Nevada; g. address listed on a federal income tax return for calendar year

immediately prior to application; h. address listed on selective service registration;

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i. active membership in professional, business, civic, social or other organizations located in Nevada;

j. maintaining active savings and checking accounts in Nevada for at least 12 months prior to application;

k. any other factor which would show an intent to abandon residence in any other state and to establish a Nevada residence.

The following factors standing alone are not sufficient evidence: a. voting or registering to vote in Nevada; b. employment in any position normally filled by an undergraduate student; c. lease of living quarters in Nevada; d. residence in Nevada of spouse or children; e. possession of a Nevada driver’s license

Determinations of residency will be made on a case-by-case basis, after taking all available evidence into consideration. A financially independent person who has relocated to Nevada for the primary purpose of permanent full-time employment is a Nevada resident. A financially dependent person whose family or legal guardian has relocated to Nevada for the primary purpose of permanent full-time employment is a Nevada resident. An enrollee of a Nevada High School is a Nevada resident. Students who have previously been enrolled under the Good Neighbor, Child of Alumni, or WICHE Western Undergraduate Exchange Policies may not be reclassified as a resident student unless the student has subsequently been enrolled as a non-resident student for at least 12 months prior to application. Sexual Harassment Policy It is CCSN’s policy to prohibit any conduct, whether intentional or unintentional, which results in harassment of employees. In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Community College of Southern Nevada defines sexual harassment as “any unwelcome sexual advances or other conduct of a sexual nature either verbal or physical” where

1. Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of employment; 2. Submission to or rejection of such conduct is used as a basis for making an employment decision; or 3. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with the individual’s work performance or creating an intimidating hostile or offensive work environment.

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been a victim of sexual harassment, may make a formal complaint to his or her immediate supervisor or to the office of Human Resources. All such complaints will be treated in a confidential manner and will be investigated thoroughly and promptly. If the complaint is not resolved, persons believing themselves victimized by such alleged sexual harassment are free to pursue other administrative or judicial remedies that are available, including the pursuit of their rights under Title IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1965 through the Associate Vice President of Human Resources. Student Conduct Code The Community College of Southern Nevada continually strives to establish a spirit of community in accordance with the highest standards of academic excellence and freedom, institutional integrity, and constitutional protections. Such an environment is essential in fostering intellectual growth and achievement. Each member of the College shares the responsibility of maintaining conditions conducive to the achievement of the College’s mission. The CCSN Student Conduct Code is designed to provide basic standards to ensure means to fulfill this purpose. In order to maintain a system of effective campus management, each member of the campus community is strongly encouraged to notify appropriate officials of any Student Conduct Code violations and to assist in its enforcement. As citizens of the larger community in which the College is located, students have all the responsibilities that are incumbent upon any citizen. While the College is concerned with what happens to students both on and off the campus, the College holds students to be adults responsible for their own actions and subject to local, state and federal laws, and also, when appropriate, to the College’s internal discipline procedures. The University and Community College System of Nevada (UCCSN) Board of Regents reserves to the President of the College the authority and responsibility for matters of student discipline. This authority is delegated by the President to the Vice President for Student Services where specific hearings or appeals are processed. The Student Conduct Code is published and administered by the Office of the Vice President for Student Services. The ultimate authority for determining procedures for hearings, however, rests with the institutional President or his designee. The Student Conduct Code consists of standards, procedures, and sanctions in accordance with the procedures outlined in Chapter 6 of the UCCSN Code, "Rules and Disciplinary Procedures for

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Members of the University Community." In the event of a conflict between the Student Conduct Code and the UCCSN Code, the UCCSN Code shall prevail. As members of the College community, the behavior of all students is governed by the UCCSN Code and the Student Conduct Code. Students may also be members of other College-based communities that impose additional standards of conduct, including but not limited to, intercollegiate athletic teams and Phi Theta Kappa. The rights accorded students by the Student Conduct Code extend to all student codes. • All enrolled CCSN students have access to the conduct regulations

and procedures of the UCCSN and CCSN. Copies are available in the Office of the Vice President for Student Services, the Library, offices of the Consolidated Students of CCSN, and on the Worldwide Web at www.ccsn.edu

Student Conduct Code Administration I. Authority The President of the College has the responsibility for student conduct and discipline and shall exercise this responsibility through established procedures as prescribed in the Student Conduct Code and the UCCSN Code. That authority is delegated to the Vice President for Student Services who appoints the Administrative Officers provided for under the Student Conduct Code.

A. A designated Administrative Officer reporting to the Vice President for Student Services is responsible for administering the Student Conduct Code. B. The Vice President for Student Services may appoint such Hearing Officers and special Hearing Panels as required (6.10.1, 6.12.1, and 6.12.3 UCCSN Code). C. Any notices to be served upon an accused student under the Student Conduct Code shall be sent by return receipt requested to the student's address of record with the College or will be hand-delivered and signed for. D. Consistent with the requirements of the Clery Act, both parties to an alleged sexual offense will be notified of the outcome of any disciplinary proceedings.

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Complaints alleging a violation of the Student Conduct Code shall be filed with the Administrative Officer or the Vice President for Student Services. Such complaints must meet the following criteria:

A. The complaint must be in writing; B. The complaint must be signed by the complainant; C. To the extent possible, the date, time, place, name of person involved and the circumstances of the alleged violation should be specified; and D. The name of persons who may have witnessed the alleged

prohibited conduct should be listed (6.8.1 UCCSN Code).

III. Processes and Procedures For a complete description of the processes and procedures dealing with all disciplinary actions, please obtain a copy of CCSN Student Rights and Responsibilities. Copies are available online and from the offices of the Vice President of Student Services, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, the Chief Campus Administrators on the Charleston and Cheyenne Campuses, all Deans, and all Academic Departments. Student Rights and Responsibilities I. Authority and Jurisdiction The President is charged by the UCCSN Board of Regents with the responsibility for establishing and enforcing regulations governing student life. These regulations are designed to enable the College to protect against the conduct of those who, by their actions, impair or infringe on the rights of others or interfere with the orderly operations of the College. Disciplinary action may be imposed for violations of the Student Conduct Code occurring at any of the following locations:

A. College campus, including owned, leased or controlled property. B. Any location where a student is engaging in College activities or is engaging in activities arising out of the student’s membership in the College community.

Violators may be accountable to both civil and criminal authorities and to the College for actions that constitute violations of the Student Conduct Code. At the discretion of College officials, dis ciplinary action at the College may proceed while other proceedings are pending. II. Emergency Clause The President may order the immediate suspension of a student for an interim period pending a disciplinary hearing for any student whom

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there is cause to believe endangers the health, safety, or welfare of the College community or its property. Simultaneous with such suspension, the President shall refer the charges to the Vice President for Student Services, who shall process such charges in the manner and within the time limits required by the Student Conduct Code. The student has the right to challenge the interim suspension by requesting a hearing within ten days as specified in the UCCSN Code. III. Student Rights The Community College of Southern Nevada is an academic community in which all persons share responsibility for its growth and continued well being. As members of the College community, students can reasonably expect all the guarantees and protections afforded students of public institutions by the United States and Nevada Constitutions, including:

A. In all instances of general discipline, the right to due process, guaranteeing substantive and procedural fairness. B. The right to freedom from discrimination on the basis of race, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. C. The right to engage in inquiry and discussion, to exchange thought and opinions, and to speak, write, or print freely on any subject in accordance with the guarantees of federal and state laws. D. The right, as citizens, to exercise their freedoms without fear of College interference. E. The opportunity to participate in the formulation of policy directly affecting students through membership on appropriate committees as determined by the President of the College, the student government and other recognized groups within the College. F. Ready access to established College policies and procedures. G. The right to engage in peaceful and orderly speech, protest, demonstration, and picketing within the public forum which do not disrupt the educational functions of the College. H. Protection from unreasonable searches and seizures.

IV Student Records Student records will be maintained in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 and the U.S. Department of Education guidelines for implementation. Academic and disciplinary records shall be maintained separately. Transcripts of academic records shall contain information about academic status, including disqualification for academic reasons, and expulsion,

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suspension and revocation of admission for disciplinary reasons. Information from student records will not be made available to persons on or off campus except as provided for under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. With the exception of records relating to expulsion, suspension and revocation of admission, all disciplinary records shall be destroyed five years after fulfillment of sanctions. Records relating to expulsion, suspension and revocation of admission shall be held permanently. A complete institutional FERPA policy is located in the Office of the Vice President of Student Services. V. Student Responsibilities As a student, you are expected to abide by the conduct requirements of the University and Community College System of Nevada Code (the “UCCSN Code”) as well as other requirements adopted by the College and/or the student’s department or program. To the extent this Student Code of Conduct is inconsistent with the UCCSN Code, the provisions of the UCCSN Code shall prevail. Copies of the UCCSN Code and Board of Regents Policy are available from the Vice President for Student Services and/or from the Board of Regents web site at http://blue.scsr.nevada.edu/handbook/index.htm The following conduct, being incompatible with the purposes of an academic community, is prohibited and shall constitute cause for discipline and may lead to the procedures and disciplinary sanctions established in Section 6.3 of the UCCSN Code.

A. Engaging in conduct that interferes with academic freedom as specified in Section 2.1.4 of the UCCSN Code. B. The use of, or threat to use, force or violence against any member or guest of the College, except when lawfully permissible. C. Interference by force, threat or duress with the lawful freedom of movement of persons or vehicles on the premises of the College. D. The intentional disruption or unauthorized interruption of functions of the College, including but not limited to classes, convocations, lectures, meetings, recruiting interviews and social events, on or off premises of the college. Such conduct includes, but is not limited to, creating a fire or similar emergency situation. E. Willful damage, destruction, defacement, theft or misappropriation of equipment or property belonging to, in the possession of or on premises occupied by, the college, including, but not limited to, littering or other inappropriate disposal of refuse. F. Knowing possession on any premises of the College of any firearms, explosives, dangerous chemicals or other instruments of destruction, such as fireworks, or other dangerous weapons as defined by the laws of the State of Nevada, without the written authorization of the president of the College.

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G. Trespassing or continued occupation of buildings, structures, grounds or premises belonging to, or occupied by, the College after having been ordered to leave by the president or other College official acting in the course and scope of his or her employment. H. Forgery, alteration, falsification or destruction of College documents or furnishing false information in documents submitted to the College. I. Making an accusation which is intentionally false or is made with reckless disregard for the truth against any member of the College community by filing a complaint or charges under the UCCSN Code or under any applicable established grievance procedure at the College. J. The repeated use of obscene or abusing language in a classroom or public meeting of the College where such usage is beyond the bounds of generally accepted good taste which, if occurring in a class, is not significantly related to the teaching of the subject matter. K. Willful incitement of persons to commit any of the acts herein prohibited. L. Disorderly, lewd or indecent conduct occurring on College premises or at a College sponsored function on or off such premises. M. Any act prohibited by local, state or federal law which occurs on College premises or at a College sponsored function on or off such premises. For example, storing, possessing, using distributing, selling, bartering, manufacturing, exchanging, or giving away controlled substances as defined in Nevada Revised Statutes is prohibited. As another example, operating a motor vehicle in violation of traffic rules so as to endanger another person or property is prohibited. As another example, use or possession of alcoholic beverages in violation of state law or in violation of the Board of Regents Policy, Title 4, Chapter 20, Section A.4 is prohibited. N. The use of threats of violence against a faculty member or the faculty member’s family in order to secure preferential treatment for grades, loans, employment or other service or privilege accorded by the College. O. Any act of unlawful discrimination or harassment based on race, creed, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, handicap or national origin or any act of employment or educational retaliation against any person who has made a complaint about such discrimination. Harassment is any verbal, visual or physical conduct that is sufficiently pervasive that is adversely affects, or has the purpose or logical consequence of interfering with the student’s educational program or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment for other members of the College community. P. Any act of sexual harassment when submission to a request or demand of a sexual nature is either an explicit or implicit term or condition of employment or of academic studying or grading, or where verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature has the effect of creating an intimidating, offensive or hostile work or educational environment.

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Q. Acts of academic dishonesty, including but not limited to cheating, plagiarism, falsifying research data or results, or assisting others to do the same. R. Willfully destroying, damaging, tampering, altering, stealing, misappropriating, or using without permission any system, program or file of the College or UCCSN including any violation of the System Computing Policy as set forth in the Board of Regents Policy, Title 4, Chapter 1, Section 19. S. Acts of hazing, defined as any method of initiation into or affiliation with the college community, a student organization, a sports team, an academic association, or other group engaged in by an individual that intentionally or recklessly endangers another individual. T. Any other conduct which violates applicable stated prohibitions, policies, procedures, rules, regulations or bylaws of the Board of Regents or the College, or which violates reasonable directions of the College officials or law enforcement officers acting in the performance of their duties.

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Associate Degrees at CCSN

Associate of Arts Associate of Arts (No Emphasis) Communication Communication (Broadcasting Emphasis) Communication (Human Communications Emphasis) English Fine Arts (Art Emphasis) Fine Arts (Music Emphasis) Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities

Developmental Disabilities Emphasis Disability Services Emphasis Mental Health Emphasis

Psychology Social Science Social Science (History/Heritage Tourism Emphasis) Sociology

Associate of Business Degree

Associate of Science Degrees Associate of Science (No Emphasis) Biological Science Environmental Science Geological Science Physical Science

Associate of General Studies Degree

Associate of Applied Science Degrees Certificate information can be found in the CCSN Catalog

For current degree requirements visit the Community College of Southern Nevada (CCSN) website at www.ccsn.nevada.edu/degsheet/

Accounting (ACC) 651-3100

Provides a comprehensive background in the principles, procedures, and theories of organizing and maintaining business and financial transactions. Addiction Studies (CPD) 651-5700

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Provides a comprehensive education in the principles, practices, theories, and technical skills employed in the alcohol and other drug abuse counseling field. Air Conditioning (AC) 651-3012 Prepares skilled workers to diagnose, service, and repair residential heating and cooling systems.

Automotive Technology (AT) 651-3012

Prepares skilled workers to service and maintain all types of automobiles.

Aviation Technology (AV) 651-3012

Prepares graduates to become FAA certified pilots.

Biotechnology (BIT) 651-5690 Provides knowledge of the controlled use of microorganisms and other biological agents, cellular components, or biological processes for beneficial use. Biotechnology is highly diversified and is involved in the fields of health, energy, foods, pharmaceuticals, forensics, environmental management, agriculture, and others.

Building Technology 651-5066

Prepares students to inspect and oversee construction of buildings, dams, bridges, and highways to ensure that procedures and materials comply with plans, specifications, laws, and codes. Architectural Drafting Emphasis (AAD) Building Inspection Emphasis (BI) Construction Management Emphasis (BT) Interior Design Emphasis (AAI) Land Surveying Emphasis (BT)

Business Management (BUS ) 651-5066

Prepares students to manage people and functions in profit, non-profit, public, and private institutions and agencies.

No Emphasis Human Resource Management Emphasis International Business Management Emphasis Public Sector Relations Emphasis Small Business Management Emphasis

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CADD Technology (CADD) 651-4019 Provides students with the skills to plan, prepare and interpret construction documents. Skills will be developed through board drafting with a high emphasis on computer-aided design and drafting workstations. Also includes office standards, ethics, equipment maintenance, and production technique.

Cardiorespiratory Science (CRS) 651-5690 Provides knowledge of a multidisciplined, multicredentialed program preparing students in care, management, and life-support of individuals having deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system

Computing and Information Technology (CIT) 651-4021 Prepares students for the technological use and programming of computers to perform tasks or solve problems. For more information visit the CIT website at www.ccsn.nevada.edu/cit/

AS/400-iSeries Programmer Analyst Emphasis AS/400-iSeries Systems Operator Emphasis Database Emphasis Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Emphasis Internetworking Technologies Emphasis Networking Emphasis Programming Emphasis UNIX Systems Emphasis User Support Emphasis

Criminal Justice (CRJ) 651-4021 Prepares students to develop, administer, and manage correctional, law enforcement, and forensic service.

Corrections Emphasis Hotel/Industry Security Emphasis Juvenile Justice Emphasis Law Enforcement Emphasis LETA Emphasis

Deaf Studies (AM) 651-4007 Prepares graduates to provide effective communications through American Sign Language.

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Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SON) 651-5690 Prepares students to perform various procedures, which have been delegated to them by the physician.

No Emphasis General/Vascular Ultrasound Tract Emphasis Cardiac/Vascular Ultrasound Tract Emphasis

Early Childhood Education (ECE) 651-4004 Prepares students seeking careers and/or personal growth in the field of early childhood education.

Infant/Toddler Education Emphasis Preschool Education Emphasis Teacher Aide Emphasis

Electronic Engineering Technology (ET) 651-4185 or 651-4019 Prepares students to provide support for engineering functions or to function as an Electronic Technician. No Emphasis Slot Repair Emphasis Telecommunications Emphasis

Environmental Safety and Health (ESH) 651-3012 Provides knowledge of hazardous materials management, environmental health and safety, laws and regulations, sampling and analysis, treatment and disposal, site assessment, transportation, waste minimization, and computer application.

Environmental Resource Technology Waste Water Treatment Emphasis Water Treatment Emphasis

Finance (FI) 651-3100 Prepares students to perform banking and/or financial services.

Fire Science Technology (FS) 651-4030

Prepares students for fire service administration, organization, management, accounting, and economics.

Fire Science Management Urban Fire Fighting Emphasis Wild land Fire Fighting Emphasis

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Graphic Technology (ANIM, GA, GRC) 651-4121 Provides creative entry-level proficiency for creative and production jobs in the graphics, design, and illustration, printing, and advertising industries.

Animation Emphasis (ANIM) Computer Graphics Emphasis Multimedia Authoring Emphasis Web Design Emphasis

Health Information Technology (HIT) 651-5690 Provides knowledge of programs in Health Information Technology, Coding, and Medical Transcription.

Hotel, Restaurant and Casino Management (HRC) 651-4654 Provides students an opportunity to seek entry-level supervisor positions, job advancement, professional growth, or transfer to a four-year institution.

Casino Management Emphasis Culinary Arts Emphasis Food and Beverage Management Emphasis Hotel Management Emphasis Travel and Tourism Emphasis

Legal Assistant (LAW) 651-5066 Prepares students to make legal services available to the public under the direction of an attorney and improve and supplement their skills to enhance career options.

Marketing/Merchandising/Retail Management (MKT) 651-5066 Prepares students for careers in advertising, retail sales, and marketing.

Mechanical Technology (MT) 651-3012 Prepares students to maintain integrated systems of material, machinery, and equipment.

Industrial Emphasis Operations Emphasis Showroom Emphasis

Medical Laboratory Technology (CLS) 651-5690 Provides knowledge of diagnostic laboratory procedures using state of the art instrumentation to aid in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment

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of disease; monitors the standards of accuracy and precision in the performance of tests; performs routine preventive maintenance and troubleshoots instruments problems, and participates in research and evaluation of new procedures.

CCSN Occupational Track UNLV Occupational Track

Mental Health (MHDD) 651-5700 Prepares graduates for paraprofessional jobs providing direct services to persons with cognitive and/or mental disabilities in human service agencies.

Developmental Disabilities Emphasis Developmental Disabilities Technology

Nursing (NURS) 651-5690 Provides total patient care, support, and education to patients so that they can recover and stay well; monitors the physical and mental status of patients; gives medication and records the patients’ reactions, symptoms and progress; and directs Practical Nurses and Nursing Assistants in a variety of health care settings. Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) 651-5690 Prepares graduates to assist individuals in learning skills and functions so they can carry out daily life skills and tasks. Office Administration (OA) 651-3100 Provides individuals with the knowledge and skill to carry out administrative and general office duties. Ophthalmic Technology (OPHT) 651-5690 Prepares students to be professional manufacturing and dispensing opticians

Ophthalmic Dispensing Technician Emphasis Ophthalmic Medical Technician Emphasis

Ornamental Horticulture (OH) 651-3012 Prepares students to use plants and plant materials to create visually interesting environments, select plants and materials appropriate for their surroundings and use, and manage plant care in a wide range of circumstances.

Floral Design Emphasis Landscape Design/Contracting Emphasis

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Landscape Management Emphasis Paramedic Medicine (EMS) 651-5690 Prepares graduates to take the Nevada State Board examinations for licensing in Emergency Medical Training (EMT) and meet Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements in prehospital emergency medical care. Photography (PHO) 651-4121 Prepares students in commercial photographic skills and creative photography processes.

Commercial Photography Emphasis Videography and Film Emphasis

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) 651-5690 Prepares graduates to take the Nevada State Board examinations for licensing as a Physical Therapist Assistant, as well as the qualifying examination for national certification. Real Estate (RE) 651-5066 Prepares students to make intelligent decisions in the acquisition, ownership, and disposition of real estate. Veterinary Technology (VETT) 651-5690 Prepares graduates to perform duties such as a veterinary nurse, nurse-anesthetist, operation room technician, dental hygienist, medical laboratory technician, radiology technician, and general practice administrator. Welding (MTL) 651-3100 Prepares skilled workers to weld all types of metal and pipes using oxyacetylene, wire feed GMAW (MIG), and heliarc GTAW (TIG) equipment in all positions.

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College Terms

Academic Disqualification : Students are no longer allowed to enroll in classes when both their cummulative and semester GPA falls below 2.0. Consult the CCSN catalog for more information.

Academic Freedom: The right of professors to study controversial topics and express unpopular points of view without the threat of job loss - as long as the student's safety and civil rights are maintained.

Academic Renewal : Process by which you may petition CCSN to eliminate previous substandard work from grade point calculations and credit. For details and how you may qualify, refer to the Community College of Southern Nevada Catalog.

Accreditation: The granting of approval to an institution of learning by an official review board after the school has met specific requirements.

ARR: Arranged Usually refers to classes taught over the internet.

Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.) : The graduation document issued by CCSN in a specific occupational/vocational program upon completion of requirements as specified in the college catalog.

Associate of Art / Associate of Science Degree (A.A./A.S.): The graduation document issued by CCSN upon completion of 60 or more credits, with a grade point average of 2.0, including requirements in general education and electives.

Attrition: A general term referring to the number of students who discontinue their studies.

Audit: The process by which a student can observe a class without receiving a grade or credit. Students who audit a class must still pay full tuition.

Bachelor of Arts / Science Degree (B.A./B.S.) : University or college degree earned upon completion of a minimum of 120 -124 credits/units of college level work in a specified major.

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Blue Book : A bound examination booklet.

Certificate of Achievement: The document awarded by CCSN, in a specific occupational/vocational program upon completion of requirements as specified in the college catalog.

Challenge Exams : A process by which a student may earn credits by examination in certain courses. Consult the appropriate department for more information.

College Level Examination Program (CLEP): A series of tests which may allow students to earn college credit for knowledge they already possess.

Closed Classes : Prior to registration, the enrollment capacity of each class is determined. When the number of students enrolling in the class reaches capacity during registration, the class is considered "closed."

College Catalog : College publication describing academic programs, student services, general information, requirements, and procedures. All classes offered by the college at the time of publication are described, including information as to credit value and prerequisites. The catalog is sold at CCSN bookstores.

Concurrent Enrollment: Permissive or required enrollment in two or more related classes during the same semester. For example, a student is allowed to take BIOL 190 only if concurrently enrolled in BIOL 190L (lab).

Credit: Certification of the successful completion of a course. Can also refer to the number of units that will be counted towards graduation. Most courses are three credits.

Credit Load: The number of credits in which a student enrolls 1 – 11 credit(s) = part time. 12 or more credits = full time . Students enrolling for more than 19 credits in the Fall or Spring, 12 credits during all summer sessions, or 9 credits in one summer session must obtain prior approval from the campus provost.

Credit/No Credit: In some courses a credit/no credit option may be selected or required instead of a letter grade of "A" through "F." A "Cr" indicates work equivalent to a "C" or better. A "NC" grade indicates work that was less than satisfactory and no credits were awarded.

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These grades are not calculated in your grade point average. For more information refer to your CCSN catalog.

Curriculum: All the classes offered by a college or classes offered in a particular subject.

Disqualification: The procedure of dismissing a student from CCSN for poor academic achievement, or for incurring excessive course withdrawals.

Electives: Courses that are not required subjects, usually outside of and in addition to your major that must be met in order to obtain an Associate or Bachelor's Degree.

General Education Requirements: A specific group of course requirements, usually outside of and in addition to your major that must be met in order to obtain an Associate or Bachelor's Degree.

Grade Point Average (GPA): The grade you have received in each class, multiplied by the credits, divided by the number of credits attempted. Commonly referred to as GPA.

Incomplete Grade : Grade which an instructor may give you if at the end of the semester you have not completed all the required course work due to an unforeseeable emergency, or other justifiable reason. All coursework must be completed within a mutually agreeable time, up to one year. It is your responsibility to make arrangements with your instructor to complete the required work. The incomplete grade will change to a "F" grade if the student fails to complete the coursework within the designated time.

Major or Area of Specialization: An organized body of required classes in your main area of interest.

Matriculate : A term describing a student who has been accepted to a degree program and has begun taking courses for that program.

Pass/Fail: Courses designated “pass/fail” are not calculated into a student’s GPA. A grade of “P” is granted upon successful completion of course requirements.

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Practicum: A course or program that covers a specialized subject in depth. Students are often required to complete a specified number of hours in the work setting.

Prerequisite : Requirement which you must meet prior to enrolling in a particular course. Completing a basic course or obtaining a minimum score on a placement exam may be required. Prerequisites for courses are listed in both the Schedule of Classes and the CCSN Catalog.

Probation: After attempting 15 credits, a student who has not earned a grade point average of "C" (2.0) or better will be placed on academic probation.

Purge: To be dropped from a class roster due to nonpayment of tuition and fees.

R: Thursday

RTBA: Room to be announced

Registration: Official process of enrolling in a course. The process must be repeated each semester in which you wish to enroll.

Repeat Course Form: This form ensures that a class you repeated for a higher grade is now being used in GPA calculations and that the lower grade has been dropped from the same calculation.

Scantron: An electronically scored test answer sheet.

Schedule of Classes : Issued prior to each semester's registration period, this college publication lists the days and hours of each class offered, its campus location, instructor, etc.

Syllabi : A document students usually received from their instructor on the first day of class which offers an overview of the course. Syllabuses usually include course purpose or objectives, topics to be covered, assignments, grading requirements, and other related details.

TBA: To be announced

Tenure: Usually refers to the lifetime employment of a professor unless he/she is shown to be incompetent or immoral.

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Transcripts : A record of your academic history at a college, including credits and grades earned in all semesters of attendance.

Transfer Credit Evaluation : The process you must take to transfer credits previously taken at another institution. In general, courses taken outside our institution will transfer if 1) CCSN offers an equivalent course, 2) they are not subject to time restrictions, ie. Natural Science courses taken more than seven years ago may not transfer to specific programs, 3) courses are required in your chosen field of study, and 4) the institution is accredited by an accreditation body recognized by CCSN. If you are uncertain why a course did not transfer, contact the Admissions and Records Office at the Cheyenne Campus (651-4060).

Transferable Courses : Classes which are accepted for credit towards a Bachelor's Degree at a four-year college. Courses with the letter B, C, or D after the course number will not transfer to either UNLV or UNR. Other courses will transfer as 1) a specific course or 2) an elective. See a counselor for specific course information.

U: Sunday

Withdrawal : Process by which you officially drop any or all classes in a semester. Students who neglect to withdraw will receive a letter grade commensurate with their academic performance.

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College to Career Success Tips Before you Start

ü Attend a New Student Orientation or complete the Online Orientation at www.ccsn.nevada.edu/counseling/orientation.html

ü Set clear, realistic goals. Click here. ü Meet with a counselor and develop an academic plan. ü Take action on your plan immediately. ü Begin researching your intended major and field of study. Take a

career inventory or test. Talk to instructors, students, employers, etc., and build your networking skills.

ü Take the appropriate developmental course(s) - if necessary. ü Sign up for classes as early as possible. ü Purchase your textbook and preview it before classes begin.

Your First Semester ü Build a weekly schedule including classes,

study times, etc. and stick to it. ü Ask your family and friends for their support.

Be clear as to how they can support you. For example, quiet time after 9:00 PM.

ü Create a Long-term Planner and pay close attention to test dates, assignment due dates, etc. Your course syllabus is the most important document you will receive. Use it and refer to it as often as necessary.

ü Distribute your learning. Study more often for shorter periods of time especially when the work is difficult.

ü Review, Recite, Repeat, Review, Recite, Repeat . . . the course materials.

Your Second Semester and thereafter ü Repeat “Your First Semester” items. ü Check in with a counselor to clarify your goals and academic plan.

Be aware of courses which DO NOT transfer to the university level. ü Take courses that are critical to your success. For example Study

Skills, Basic Writing, Spelling, or Vocabulary. ü Build your Resume. Consider joining clubs and organizations at

CCSN or in the community. Volunteer in the community. ü Keep up with employment trends, qualifications, and certifications in

your occupation or field. ü Secure entry level or higher jobs in your field or a related field. ü Seek a mentor in your desired field of study and continue this

relationship throughout your college experience. ü Stay flexible. Look for possibilities. Anticipate change. Claim your

greatest good