Dallas County Community College District Catalog Admissions and Registration

1998-1999 Catalog

ADMISSIONS AND REGISTRATION

The College has an "open door" admissions policy. It insures that all persons who can profit from post-secondary education have an opportunity to enroll. Unless an admitted student is TASP exempt, prospective students must present TASP (Texas Academic Skills Program) scores or take the college assessment tests. Assessment is not used to determine admission except for students wishing to enroll in "special admissions" programs.

Admission Requirements

Documentary evidence of Texas residency must be provided by all applicants claiming Texas residence and requesting resident tuition classification. This evidence must be submitted with the application for admission and must prove twelve (12) months of Texas residency immediately prior to the semester of enrollment. Failure to provide evidence will result in an applicant being classified as a non-resident for tuition/fee purposes. Contact the Admissions Office for specific information detailing required documentation.

Beginning Freshmen

Students enrolling in college for the first time who fit one of the following categories may apply for admission:

a. Graduates from accredited high school;
b. Graduates of an unaccredited high school who are 18 years of age or older;
c. Those who have earned a General Education Diploma (G.E.D.);
d. Those who are at least 18 years of age and who do not have a diploma or G.E.D. may be admitted by individual approval;
e. Those who are under the age of 18, are no longer enrolled in high school of any kind, and who do not have a diploma nor a G.E.D. may be admitted by one of the following:

Written recommendation of the principal or superintendent of the last high school attended or

On the basis of completion of the college's assessment program or TASP with the results indicating the student has the ability to benefit from the college's curricular offerings.

f. Those who are under the age of 18, did not graduate from an accredited school, but who graduated from a non-accredited high school, or were schooled in a non-traditional setting (i.e., home-schooled) may be admitted by meeting all of the following conditions:

Written recommendation of the principal or superintendent of the last school attended or on the basis of completion of the college's assessment program or TASP with the results indicating the student has the ability to benefit from the college's curricular offerings;

Present a notarized record of the high school equivalent work completed and the date of successful completion; and

Agree to limitations on conditions of admission established by the college.

g. Admitted students must present TASP scores or take the college assessment program prior to registration.

Students Enrolled in High School
Students still enrolled in high school may be admitted under the following conditions:
a. Students who have completed their junior year in an accredited high school may be admitted upon the written recommendation of the high school principal and must present scores on TASP or the college assessment program with results indicating the ability to complete college-level work. Such students may take no more than two courses each semester.
b. Students who have not completed their junior year at an accredited high school may be admitted upon meeting all the following conditions:

The written recommendation of the high school principal;

Presentation of scores on the TASP or college assessment program which indicate the student has the ability to complete college-level work;

Approval of the Vice President of Instruction or designate. Such students may take no more than two courses each semester. However, students meeting specific conditions may be permitted to enroll for three courses.
c. Students who are enrolled in non-accredited high schools or schooled in a non- traditional setting (i.e., home-schooled) and who have completed the equivalent of the junior year (16 units) in high school may be admitted by meeting all the following conditions.

Provide a notarized record of the school subjects completed (consistent with the Texas Education Agency minimum requirements);

Presentation of scores on TASP or college assessment program with results indicating the ability to do college-level work;

Agree to limitations on conditions of admission. Students may take no more than two courses each semester. However, students meeting specific conditions may be permitted to enroll for three courses.

d. Students who are enrolled in non-accredited high schools or schooled in a non- traditional setting (i.e., home-schooled) and have not completed the equivalent of the junior year (16 units) in high school may be admitted by meeting all the following conditions:

Provide a notarized record of the school subjects completed (consistent with the Texas Education Agency minimum requirements);

Presentation of scores on the TASP or college's assessment program with results indicating the ability to do college-level work;

Agree to limitations on conditions of admission. Students may take no more than two courses each semester; and

Approval of the Vice President of Instruction or designate.

e. High school students may enroll in remedial courses only if a contract for such services exists between the colleges and the school.

Transfer Students
An applicant is eligible for admission for enrollment from an accredited collegiate institution as defined in the "Transfer of Credit" section of the catalog and must meet the following conditions:
a. Present a complete transcript bearing impression of seal and signature of college/university official of each institution attended. Transcripts, which must be received no later than the third week of the semester in which the student first enrolls, should include the previous admission record and evidence of honorable dismissal. Students not submitting transcripts prior to enrollment may be excluded from taking certain courses having prerequisites. Transcripts received become the permanent property of the college. Recipients of baccalaureate and/or graduate degrees from accredited colleges and universities may submit a copy of a college/university diploma in lieu of transcripts. A student transferring from another collegiate institution is not at liberty to disregard his/her collegiate record by applying as a beginning student. The college reserves the right to review academic credentials and/or transcripts from other higher education institutions for purposes of evaluating the acceptability of credits. An applicant who fails to report all accredited college/university course work will be subject to disciplinary action (including expulsion) and possible loss of credit for subsequent course work taken at the college.
b. Meet the minimum academic standards of the college. If an applicant on enforced scholastic withdrawal or suspension from another institution meets the minimum academic standards of the college, the applicant may petition for admission to the Admissions Committee of the college. Admission may be provisional and enrollment may be limited as to credit hours and course work.
c. After being admitted, meet all TASP requirements as shown below.

Transfers from other Texas public college/universities and who are not TASP exempt must present TASP scores or scores for the college's assessment program if they wish to enroll in any college-level coursework; and

Transfers from private and/or out-of-state colleges/universities who are not TASP exempt, must present TASP scores or college assessment scores.

Former Students
Students formerly enrolled in the Dallas County Community College District must update their application for admission to any District college. Students with unsettled financial debts or whose record is blocked for any other reason at any District college will not be allowed to register until the record is cleared.

Academic Forgiveness Policy
In keeping with SB1321 passed into legislation in 1993, any state resident may elect not to have the college utilize college credits on courses which are ten (10) years or older. Should the student elect this option, no college courses or credits ten (10) years or older will be evaluated for credit. Students may not selectively choose courses ten (10) years or older to be utilized. This provision does not relieve students from notifying the college of attendance at previous institutions nor of the need to submit transcripts indicating all previous course work attempted. Students electing this option must notify the Office of the Registrar upon submission of application for admission.

Non-Credit Students
Students enrolling for non-credit courses apply through the Office of Continuing Education.

International Students
The College is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant students carrying valid visas. International students are admitted once all admission requirements are complete. All International Students seeking F-1 visa status must:
1. Contact the institution to request international student admission information;
2. Provide official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) scores of 530 or higher on paper/pencil version OR 197 or higher on computerized version to meet the English proficiency requirement and be considered for academic credit.
Students who meet one of the following criteria will be excused from the TOEFL requirement:

a. A graduate of accredited U.S. college or university;

b. A native speaker of English from a country in which English is the primary language of the majority as documented by the Cambridge Encyclopedia of Languages. (See international admissions advisor for list of approved countries.)

c. An institutional TOEFL score of 530 or higher on paper/pencil version OR 197 or higher on computerized version from the University of North Texas or the University of Texas at Arlington may be substituted for the TOEFL;

d. Prospective students who document completion of the final level of an Intensive English Language Program which is approved by the DCCCD through an established agreement.

Upon admission, all international students are required to complete DCCCD assessment for academic advisement and placement. If adequate English proficiency is not demonstrated through this assessment, placement in additional English language courses will be required.
3. Show documented evidence of sufficient financial support for the academic year;
4. Enroll in the DCCCD F-1 International Student Medical Benefits Plan or provide documentation of adequate health insurance coverage approved by the international admissions advisor. Insurance benefits must cover the duration of study at the institution. International students who do not maintain required insurance will be withdrawn from college.
5. Provide written proof of negative tuberculin skin test or chest X-ray, diphtheria/tetanus immunizations taken within the last ten years, measles and rubella vaccines taken since January 1, 1968, and polio immunization if the student is under nineteen years of age;
6. Submit official transcripts from each college or university previously attended with a minimum of "C" average;
7. Fulfill all admission requirements before the deadline designated by the College for international students and receive approval for admission from international admissions advisor.

Upon admission, students must present all original immigration documents including a valid visa (I-94 arrival/departure record) and unexpired passport to be copied and kept on file.
F-1 students must receive and secure the Form I-20AB from each new school attended. F-1 students must enroll in a minimum of 12 credit hours and maintain full-time enrollment during each regular semester in order to maintain visa status.
After admission, international students will need to present TASP scores or take the college assessment program. In addition to the requirements stated above, international students wishing to transfer from another U.S. institution must also:
1. Present documentation indicating valid non-immigrant status;
2. Provide official transcripts or documented proof verifying that the student is "in-status" and has been pursuing a full course of study during the term immediately preceding the transfer from the institution last authorized by INS for attendance. International students are subject to the requirements of the Texas Academic Skills Program (TASP).
Evaluation of Foreign Credentials
Coursework completed at colleges and universities outside the United States will be considered for transfer on an individual basis. All foreign credentials submitted to the college must include the original plus a certified English translation.
An official evaluation of foreign credentials must be completed before transfer credit will be considered. The student is responsible for arranging for credential evaluation. A partial list of acceptable professional evaluation services is available in the District Office of Student and International Programs or the Office of the College Registrar. The student is expected to pay all costs of translation and/or evaluation of foreign credentials.
Evaluations of foreign credentials completed by individuals and/or by professional evaluation services are subject to review and approval by the Director of Admissions and Registrar.

Application and Admissions Procedures
Applications may be submitted any time prior to registration. Early application is essential because the student's place in registration is determined by the date of the applicant's files. Submitting admissions documents early also insures that there is adequate time for effective advisement and schedule planning. A later place in registration often means that the classes a student desires may already be filled as all District colleges conduct early registration in some form.
Students registering on or after the first official class day will be charged a late registration fee.
Applicants must submit the following material to the Admissions Office to have a complete admissions file:
a. An official application, available from any DCCCD college Admissions Office or through the Internet address of www.dcccd.edu.
b. Test Scores: Students who have ACT or SAT test scores taken within the last five (5) years or TASP test scores are strongly urged to submit those scores to the college.
c. Official Transcripts: The following MUST be submitted--(1) Students who graduated from high school (and who have no college experience) should submit high school transcripts, which will be utilized for advisement purposes; (2) a college transfer student is required to furnish official transcripts of all college work attempted no later than the third week of the semester in which the student first enrolls. The College accrediting agency requires transcripts, and the College uses them in program advisement. IT IS ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL THAT TRANSFER STUDENTS SUBMIT OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS FROM ALL COLLEGES PREVIOUSLY ATTENDED. If transcripts are not submitted, future enrollment of the student will be blocked and a transcript of work attempted at any DCCCD institution will not be released.
An official transcript must bear the institution's embossed seal, and signature of the Registrar. Although transcripts sent electronically over the Electronic Transcript Network will be considered official, a photocopy or facsimile (FAX) is not an official transcript.
d. GED: Students under the age of 18 and who have a GED must submit a copy of their GED certificate.
Students entering with academic deficiencies or low assessment scores may be admitted on probation and will be required to enroll in developmental or other programs designated by the college.
After being admitted but prior to registration, students must either present TASP scores or take the college assessment program.
All applicants may select only those classes available when they register. Students may enroll in certain courses at times other than regular semester registration. See the Flexible Entry courses selection in this catalog and contact the Registrar's Office for additional information.
Students admitted to a college of the DCCCD are automatically admitted to all seven colleges of the DCCCD and, as such, may take appropriate classes at any of the colleges under certain conditions.

Reciprocal Tuition Agreement
The following Associate of Applied Sciences Degrees offered by the Dallas County Community College District may be taken by Tarrant County residents at in-county tuition rates:

PROGRAM CAMPUS

Apparel Design ECC

Automotive Technology BHC

Dealership-sponsored
Technician

Service Technician

Aviation Technology MVC

Air Cargo

Aircraft Dispatcher

Airline Management

Professional Pilot

Fixed Base Operations

Commercial Music CVC

Computer Information Systems

Local Area Network

Administrator EFC, NLC, RLC

Lan Server Operator EFC, NLC, RLC

Educational Personnel RLC

Electrical Technology NLC

Electronic
Wireless Communications EFC, RLC

Electronics Computer
Technology EFC, MVC

Automated Manufacturing MVC

Engineering Technology RLC

Computer Integrated
Manufacturing RLC

Electronics Engineering RLC

Environmental Technology

Lab Assistant/

Lab Analysis BHC

Food and Hospitality
Service ECC

Institutional Pharmacy Tech RLC

Interior Design ECC

International Business
and Trade RLC

Invasive Cardiovascular Technology ECC

Medical Assisting ECC, MVC

Medical Transcription ECC

Micro Computer Maintenance MVC, RLC

Mortgage Banking NLC

Motorcycle Mechanics CVC

Outboard Marine Engine
Mechanic CVC

Pattern Design ECC

Physical Fitness
Technology NLC

Plumbing and Pipefitting NLC

Semiconductor
Manufacturing RLC

Social Work Associate EFC

Substance Abuse Counseling EFC

Travel and Tourism RLC

Veterinary Technology CVC

Video & Film Technology NLC

Visual Communications BHC

Vocational Nursing ECC

Technical courses from the following Associate of Applied Sciences Degrees offered by the Dallas County Community College District may be taken by Collin County residents at in-county tuition rates:

PROGRAM CAMPUS

Air Conditioning and
Refrigeration
--Residential CVC, EFC, NLC

Air Conditioning and
Refrigeration
Technology EFC

Apparel Design ECC

Auto Body Technology EFC

Automotive Career
Technician CVC

Automotive Technology BHC, EFC

Aviation Technology MVC

Construction Management
and Technology NLC

Construction Technology NLC

Food and Hospitality
Service ECC

Digital Imaging Technology EFC

Educational Personnel RLC

Electrical Technology NLC

Environmental Tech BHC

Interior Design ECC

International Business
And Trade RLC

Invasive Cardiovascular
Technology ECC

Local Area Network EFC, NLC, RLC

Medical Assisting ECC, MVC

Medical Transcription ECC

Microcomputer Maintenance MVC, RLC

Mortgage Banking NLC

Motorcycle Mechanics CVC

Multimedia Technology RLC

Outboard Marine Engine CVC

Pattern Design ECC

Physical Fitness Technology NLC

Postal Service MVC

Radiologic Sciences ECC

Semiconductor Manufacturing RLC

Small Engine Mechanics CVC

Social Work Associate
Generalist EFC

Substance Abuse Counseling EFC

Surgical Tech/Perioperative ECC

Travel and Tourism
Management RLC

Veterinary Technology CVC

Video Film Technology NLC

Vocational Nursing ECC

Welding Technology MVC

In addition, the Construction Technology program may be taken by residents of Collin, Cooke, Denton, Ellis, Grayson, Hill, Tarrant, and Weatherford counties at Dallas County tuition rates.

Tuition
Tuition is charged on a sliding scale according to the number of credit hours for which a student is enrolled and the student's place of legal residence. Tuition is subject to change without notice by the Board of Trustees or the Texas Legislature.

Tuition Installment Pay Plan (TIPP)
A law passed by the Texas State Legislature permits students registering at comunity colleges to pay their tuition and fees in installments. One-half of the payment is required in advance of the official institutional first day of classes; one-quarter is due prior to the start of the sixth class week; and the final one-quarter payment must be made prior to the eleventh class week. Promissory notes must be signed at the time the first payment is made. Late fees will be assessed ($10 per payment not to exceed $20) for late installments. Course credit may be denied to students who have not made payment in full by the end of the semester. Tuition installment pay plans are allowed only during the fall and spring semesters and do not apply to flex classes. A $15 fee is charged to all TIPP participants.

HOPE and Lifetime Learning Tax Credits
The HOPE tax credit, based upon federal law, is available for eligible taxpayers enrolling in the first two years of postsecondary education. Students must be enrolled at least half time in a degree, certificate or other program leading to a recognized educational credeitial. This tax credit applies only to tuition and fee expenses paid after December 31, 1997 for enrollment occurring after that date.
The Lifetime Learning tax credit is available for eligible taxpayers who are college juniors, seniors, graduate students, adults returning to college and students enrolled less than half time. This tax credit applies only to tuition and fee expenses paid after June 30, 1998 for enrollment occurring after that date.
For additional information on the two tax credits, students may contact the local Internal Reveue Service, their tax preparer, or the follwing website: http://www.tec.nh.us/htmls/hopetax.htm.

Additional Fees
Additional fees may be assessed as new programs are developed with special laboratory costs. These fees will always be kept to a practical minimum. A graduation fee is not assessed, but each student must pay for cap and gown rental.

DCCCD Concurrent Enrollment and Fees
For those students enrolling in more than one DCCCD college, all fees must be paid at the first college prior to enrolling at a second college.
Special Fees and Charges
Technology Fee: There is a student technology fee for each student registered for each semester. The fee is $2.00 per credit hour or a minimum of $10.00, whichever is greater.
Registration Fee (Non-refundable): There will be a $5 non-refundable Registration Fee assessed each semester.
Late Registration Fee: A $20 non-refundable Late Registration Fee will be assessed to students who register for a regular semester class on or after the first class day of a regular semester. This fee does not apply to schedule change transactions subsequent to the first class day. This fee does not apply to flex-entry course registration.
Laboratory Fee: $4 to $12 a semester (per lab).
Class Fee: Variable special costs of course not otherwise defined as "Laboratory Fee." Rental costs of specialized equipment and off-campus facilities are examples of "class fees."
Physical Education Activity Fee: $4 a semester.
Dance Activity Fee: $8 a semester.
Bowling Class Fee: Student pays cost of lane rental.
Private Music Lesson Fee: $45 for one hour per week (maximum) for one course, $25 for one half hour per week.
Audit Fee: The charge for auditing a course is the same as if the course were taken for credit.
Credit by Examination: A fee will be charged for each examination. This fee can change without prior notice.
Refund Policy
The refund policy of the District is based on the fact that student tuition and fees provide only a fraction of the cost of offering educational opportunities. When students enroll in a class, they reserve places which cannot be made available to other students until they officially drop the class. In addition, the original enrollment of students represents a sizable cost to the District regardless of continuance in that class. Therefore, a refund is made only under the following conditions:
(1) Official withdrawal: Students who officially withdraw from the institution shall have their tuition and mandatory fees refunded according to the following schedule:
Fall and Spring Semesters
Prior to the first class day of the semester....100%*
During the first fifteen class days of the semester....70%*
During the sixteenth through twentieth class days of the semester....25%*
After the twentieth class day of the semester...NONE
Summer Semesters
Prior to the first class day of the semester....100%*
During the first five class days of the semester....70%*
During the sixth and seventh class days of the semester....25%*
After the seventh class day of the semester....NONE

*Registration and any applicable late registration fees are non-refundable even if one is due a refund.
The first "class day" is to be counted as the officially published date when the semester begins. The first "class day" means the first day ALL classes begin for the semester, not the first day a student's class is scheduled to meet. No refunds are issued after the last class day of each semester.
The federal law requires that the college refund unearned tuition and fees to all first-time students receiving financial aid who have not completed 60% of the enrollment period for which they have been charged.
The calculated refund will be returned to the federal funds in the following order:
1. Federal Family Educational Load Programs
2. Federal Direct Loan Programs
3. Federal Pell Grant Program
4. Federal SEOG Program
5. Other Title IV programs
6. Student
For additional information about this pro-rata refund, contact the Financial Aid Office.

Separate refund schedules may be established for optional fees such as intercollegiate athletics, cultural entertainment, parking, etc.
Tuition and fees paid directly to the institution by a sponsor, donor, or scholarship shall be refunded to the source rather than directly to the student.
(2) A student dropping a portion of his or her class load after the twelfth class day of a fall or spring semester (fourth class day of a summer session) is not entitled to a refund unless approved by the Refund Petitions Committee.

(a) Refund petitions, accompanied by an explanation of any existing circumstances, shall be submitted to the Refund Petitions Committee on the campus.
(b) If the petition is approved by the committee, the student shall be notified and shall receive a refund of tuition and fees according to the appropriate schedules in this policy.

(3) Requests for refunds will not be accepted after the end of the semester or summer session for which the refund is sought. Cash refunds are not issued. Refund checks are mailed to the student at the address on file in the Admissions/Registrar's Office.
(4) Mandatory fees shall include, but not be limited to, registration fee, student activity fees, laboratory fees, private lesson fees, and physical education activity fees.
(5) Flexible entry courses are to be handled as regular semester-length courses. The refund schedule will be prorated accordingly.
(6) REFUND CHECKS NORMALLY REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF ONE MONTH FROM DATE OF APPROVAL FOR PROCESSING.
(7) The college academic calendar and the class schedule shall specify the last day for withdrawal with refund.

Returned Checks
Checks returned to the Business Office must be paid with cash or a cashier's check within the time limits prescribed by the notification letter. An additional fee is added for returned checks. If a check for tuition is returned by the bank for any reason, including stop payment, the College Business Office may submit the check to the Justice of the Peace for appropriate legal action and collection. The Vice President of Student Development may also implement disciplinary procedures. Students may be dropped from courses due to returned checks.

Assessment and Advisement Procedures
Assessment is the process of evaluating readiness for certain college courses and the probabilities for success in those courses. The College has an assessment and advisement program for entering students which is a required part of the enrollment process.
The assessment program includes the completion of a questionnaire which documents information on career and work plans, previous academic achievement and other relevant information. Assessment also includes an examination of individual skill levels in reading, writing, and mathematics. Information on skills may come from ACT, SAT, previous college-level work or from scores on the standardized tests administered free of charge by the College. Students who have taken TASP also need their TASP scores.
Because of the importance of such information, students should have official copies of ACT, SAT, or TASP scores and transcripts mailed to the Admissions Office or bring them personally at the time of application. It is the responsibility of the student to have these available at the time of enrollment.
The assessment program provides information needed in advisement. Academic advisement sessions provide a framework for informed decision-making on the part of students and advisors. Information on a student's skills, abilities, career plans, educational background, life experiences and motivation is important in helping the student and advisor make selections from the many educational options available. However, the College reserves the right to insist students enroll in the appropriate remediation should assessment results indicate a need for the improvement of skills in reading, writing and/or mathematics.
Details of assessment and advisement procedures are available through the College Counseling/Advisement Center, International Center, or in the "Schedule of Classes" each semester.
Students who did not have at least 3 college-level credit hours prior to the 1989 Fall Semester must take the TASP (Texas Academic Skills Program) test either prior to, or during, their semester of enrollment in their 9th college-level credit hour. Such students must report TASP scores prior to their next semester of enrollment. Should students fail either the reading, writing, or mathematics section of TASP, they will be required, as mandated by Texas State Law, to participate in the appropriate remediation continuously until the failed section is passed.

Change of Schedule
Students should be careful in registering to schedule courses only for the days and hours they can attend. Students requesting class changes should contact the Registrar's Office during the time specified in the current class schedule. No change is complete until it has been appropriately processed through the registration system.

Non-Credit Student (Audit)
A person who meets the admission requirements of the District may, with the consent of the division dean and instructor, enroll in a credit course as a non-credit student. A non-credit student may attend class, but will not receive a final grade nor credit for a course. An instructor may give such non-credit students an examination if the instructor determines the examination is an essential component of the learning process. The fee in a credit course is the same for a non-credit student as for a credit student.

Acceptance of Credit in Transfer
Credit for courses in which a passing grade (D or better) has been earned may be transferred to the College from colleges and universities accredited through one of the following associations:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools/Commission on Higher Education

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Northwest Association of Colleges and Schools/Commission on Colleges

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools/Commission on Colleges

Western Association of Schools and Colleges/Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges

Western Association of Schools and Colleges/Accrediting Commission for Community

and Junior Colleges

It is the responsibility of the College not to transfer credits received from any United States institution not so accredited except where signed agreements between the College and other institutions exist. However, students who have gained proficiency through completion of coursework from non-accredited institutions may receive college credit through credit-by-examination/credit by experience.
Course-by-course evaluation will be completed by the registrar or other appropriate college personnel as needed for degree or program planning. Individual courses transferred will not be posted to the College's student record. Official transcripts from all higher education institutions must be on file in the Registrar's Office.
Students are referred to the section found elsewhere in this catalog entitled "Academic Forgiveness Policy."
Credits earned through other education programs, such as credit-by-examination, military experience, and the U.S. Armed Forces Institute, are reviewed by the Registrar and credit may be granted if applicable.
Official transcripts from all higher education institutions and a request for a degree plan evaluation must be on file before the evaluation can be accomplished in the Registrar's Office. Any questions concerning the validity of the document(s) will result in the need to have an official transcript(s) sent directly from the other institution(s) to the Registrar's Office. Transfer students admitted with a grade point deficiency cannot graduate until the deficiency is cleared by earning additional grade points.

Address Changes and Social Security Number
Each student has the responsibility to inform the Registrar's Office of changes in name or address. Each applicant for admission is asked to furnish a Social Security number. This number doubles as a student identification number and insures accuracy of student records. If a student does not have a Social Security Number, or does not choose to use the Social Security Number, the College will assign a student identification number.

TASP (Texas Academic Skills Program)

Effective with the Fall 1998 semester, there are many changes being made to the TASP program as required by state law and/or The Higher Education Coordinating Board.
The Texas Academic Skills Program (TASP) is required by state law to ensure students enrolled in Texas public colleges possess the academic skills needed to perform effectively in college-level course work. TASP includes a testing component designed to identify and provide information about the reading, writing, and math skills of students. The program is very complex, and students are expected to consult with the college TASP Coordinator in order to meet the TASP requirements. It is the student's responsibility to be aware of all TASP regulations.
Effective Fall 1998, all entering students must have either the DCCCD Alternate Assessment, TASP or QuickTASP tests scores on file prior to enrolling for college-level courses. Students meeting the following conditions are exempt or waived from the TASP requirements:

Have at least 3 hours of college credit prior to Fall, 1989;
Are blind/deaf and have at least 3 hours of college credit prior to Fall, 1995

Enroll in certain certificate programs;

Have a baccalaureate or higher degree;

Have ACT/SAT or TAAS scores which meet state standards for an exemption;

Enroll as a transient student from an out of state or private institution;

Are not seeking a degree AND are at least 55 years of age;

Are not seeking a degree AND are international students;

Have been certified by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as being dyslexic or having a related disorder OR as having a math disorder. Students seeking this exemption must check with the college TASP Coordinator to ascertain what documentation must be submitted to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as only that agency may grant such an exemption;

Be an out of state student enrolled in official distance education courses.

All other students are subject to TASP requirements.

Students who fail a section of either the DCCCD Alternate Assessment, TASP or QuickTASP must enroll and actively participate in developmental courses related to the failed area(s) or be dropped from college-level courses. (Concurrently enrolled high school students will not be mandated to take developmental courses while in high school.) Students must continue to participate in mandated developmental coursework until

They pass the failed section of TASP or QuickTASP test, (please note that the DCCCD Alternate Assessment cannot be used for retesting purposes) or
They have completed the developmental coursework required, at which time the college may release the student from such coursework. The college is not required to release the student from further developmental coursework.

Students may meet the TASP requirements in several ways:

Pass all sections of TASP or QuickTASP;
Pass all sections of the DCCCD Alternate Assessment on the initial attempt;
In the exact following order, take and fail a section of TASP or QuickTASP, complete all required developmental course work with a grade of C or better, retake and fail the same section of TASP or QuickTASP, and then take and make a B or better in an approved, related college-level course; or
In the exact following order, take and fail a section of the DCCCD Alternate Assessment, complete all required developmental course work with a grade of C or better, retest with TASP or QuickTASP and fail same subject area that was originally failed on the DCCCD Alternate Assessment, and then take and make a grade of B or better in an approved, related college-level course. Students attempting to meet the requirements through the third or fourth methods must check with the college TASP Coordinator to learn of all required steps to be met.

Deaf students entering Fall 1995 and thereafter are subject to all TASP regulations with the exception that they must take the Stanford Achievement Test rather than TASP, QuickTASP, or DCCCD Alternate Assessment.
DCCCD students who take the DCCCD Alternate Assessment and later transfer to another Texas public college or university will have their scores honored by the receiving institution. Transfer students from another Texas public college or university to the DCCCD will have their state-approved alternate assessment scores honored by the DCCCD.

No student may receive a degree nor certain certificates without having met the TASP requirements. No student may take junior or senior level courses at a Texas public university without having met the TASP requirements.
TASP rules are always subject to change.

DCCCD TASP Coordinators who can assist you with information about TASP requirements:

Brookhaven College Brenda Dalton 972-860-4677
Cedar Valley College Carolyn Ward 972-860-8204
Eastfield College Jennie Banks 972-860-7028
El Centro College Charlie Morgan 214-860-2077
Mountain View College Carolyn Carney 214-860-8557
North Lake College Aditi Samarth 972-273-3127
Richland College Teddy Krekula 972-238-6115
District Office Velma Hargis 214-860-2406

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PROGRAM	CAMPUS
Apparel Design	ECC
Automotive Technology	BHC
Dealership-sponsored
Technician
Service Technician
Aviation Technology	MVC
Air Cargo
Aircraft Dispatcher
Airline Management
Professional Pilot
Fixed Base Operations
Commercial Music	CVC
Computer Information Systems
Local Area Network
Administrator	EFC, NLC, RLC
Lan Server Operator	EFC, NLC, RLC
Educational Personnel	RLC
Electrical Technology	NLC
Electronic
Wireless Communications	EFC, RLC
Electronics Computer
Technology	EFC, MVC
Automated Manufacturing	MVC
Engineering Technology	RLC
Computer Integrated
Manufacturing	RLC
Electronics Engineering	RLC
Environmental Technology
Lab Assistant/
Lab Analysis	BHC
Food and Hospitality
Service	ECC
Institutional Pharmacy Tech	RLC
Interior Design	ECC
International Business
and Trade	RLC
Invasive Cardiovascular Technology	ECC
Medical Assisting	ECC, MVC
Medical Transcription	ECC
Micro Computer Maintenance	MVC, RLC
Mortgage Banking	NLC
Motorcycle Mechanics	CVC
Outboard Marine Engine
Mechanic	CVC
Pattern Design	ECC
Physical Fitness
Technology	NLC
Plumbing and Pipefitting	NLC
Semiconductor
Manufacturing	RLC
Social Work Associate	EFC
Substance Abuse Counseling	EFC
Travel and Tourism	RLC
Veterinary Technology	CVC
Video & Film Technology	NLC
Visual Communications	BHC
Vocational Nursing	ECC

PROGRAM	CAMPUS
Air Conditioning and
Refrigeration
--Residential	CVC, EFC, NLC
Air Conditioning and
Refrigeration
Technology	EFC
Apparel Design	ECC
Auto Body Technology	EFC
Automotive Career
Technician	CVC
Automotive Technology	BHC, EFC
Aviation Technology	MVC
Construction Management
and Technology	NLC
Construction Technology	NLC
Food and Hospitality
Service	ECC
Digital Imaging Technology	EFC
Educational Personnel	RLC
Electrical Technology	NLC
Environmental Tech	BHC
Interior Design	ECC
International Business
And Trade	RLC
Invasive Cardiovascular
Technology	ECC
Local Area Network	EFC, NLC, RLC
Medical Assisting	ECC, MVC
Medical Transcription	ECC
Microcomputer Maintenance	MVC, RLC
Mortgage Banking	NLC
Motorcycle Mechanics	CVC
Multimedia Technology	RLC
Outboard Marine Engine	CVC
Pattern Design	ECC
Physical Fitness Technology	NLC
Postal Service	MVC
Radiologic Sciences	ECC
Semiconductor Manufacturing	RLC
Small Engine Mechanics	CVC
Social Work Associate
Generalist	EFC
Substance Abuse Counseling	EFC
Surgical Tech/Perioperative	ECC
Travel and Tourism
Management	RLC
Veterinary Technology	CVC
Video Film Technology	NLC
Vocational Nursing	ECC
Welding Technology	MVC

Brookhaven College	Brenda Dalton	972-860-4677
Cedar Valley College	Carolyn Ward	972-860-8204
Eastfield College	Jennie Banks	972-860-7028
El Centro College	Charlie Morgan	214-860-2077
Mountain View College	Carolyn Carney	214-860-8557
North Lake College	Aditi Samarth	972-273-3127
Richland College	Teddy Krekula	972-238-6115
District Office	Velma Hargis	214-860-2406