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1998-1999 Catalog

OTHER EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Workforce/Technical Programs
Students who are interested in preparing for a career in a chosen field as a skilled employee after one or two years of college work may enroll in one of the many workforce/technical programs offered by the College. These programs are established only after studies verify that employment opportunities exist in business and industry.

Workforce/technical courses are accredited college courses which lead to a Certificate or an Associate of Applied Sciences Degree. These programs are designed for a student to complete the program within one or two years.

With the assistance and cooperation of representatives from local business, industry, and public agencies, the workforce/technical programs are designed to meet the increasing workforce needs of the local and regional industries. These programs provide individuals the opportunity to develop the necessary competencies to meet the demands of area employers. The college offers a Guarantee for Job Competency for all students who earn a Certificate or an Associate of Applied Sciences degree.

Placement assistance is available for students in workforce/technical programs. A continuous liaison is maintained with local and regional industries to keep students informed of employment opportunities.

Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM)
The Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) is a statewide inventory of workforce education courses offered for Semester Credit Hours and Continuing Education Units that community colleges can use to respond rapidly to the needs of business and industry. Instead of each institution creating courses and programs "from scratch," the WECM offers a means for the continual design and updating of high quality workforce courses through collaboration with business/industry and the combined expertise of community college faculty from across Texas.

Courses cited in the WECM are approved from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for use by all Texas public community and technical colleges. Therefore, students who earn semester credit hour and Continuing Education Units by successfully completing the requirements for the course(s) will be able to transfer the credits or CEU's to another Texas public community or technical college that also offers the same course(s).

Tech-Prep
Tech Prep allows students to earn college credit while in high school. The Tech Prep multi-year planned sequence of study for a technical field begins in high school and extends through one or two years of a Dallas County Community College District technical occupational program following the high school instruction, and results in a certificate or associate degree. Each DCCCD Tech Prep program also provides students with the opportunity to earn an advanced skills certificate or transfer to area universities.

Tech Prep requires a formal and program-specific articulation agreement between the high school and the DCCCD. The articulation agreement is a commitment for school districts and the DCCCD to jointly develop and implement Tech Prep curricula and instruction. Tech Prep prepares students for direct entry into the workplace as technically skilled employees or, with appropriate arrangements, for further education leading to baccalaureate and advanced degrees.

Students are encouraged to contact their high school career and technology teacher or counselor for Tech Prep programs in their high school which are approved by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB).

The steps a student should follow to participate in Tech Prep are:

1. Pick a career path from one of the occupational clusters while in high school; Health Professions, Business/ Office Professions, Industry/Technology, Personal/Protective Services;
2. Register while in high school to take Tech Prep coursework during the junior or senior year;

After high school graduation,

3. Enroll in the Tech Prep program at the Dallas County Community College District which offers the appropriate career program and articulate high school Tech Prep coursework into college coursework.
4. File a degree plan and complete the college coursework for the certificate or associate degree program.

For more information about Tech prep career preparation programs at the DCCCD, contact your high school career and technology teacher or counselor or the DCCCD Tech Prep office.

Credit-By-Examination
Students who believe they already meet the requirements of a course by experience or previous training may request credit by examination. Students may not request credit-by-examination in courses for which they are currently enrolled. The Registrar's Office has knowledge of courses available through this method. The examination may be an approved subject examination (not a general examination) of the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), Advanced Placement Exams (CEEB), Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education Support (DANTES), or an instructor-made test, depending on the course. Students should insure DCCCD acceptance of specific national exams prior to taking them. Scores for national testing programs, such as CLEP, AP, and DANTES, will be valid for 10 years.

The student must pay an examination fee for each course examination. This fee must be paid prior to taking the examination and is not refundable. Final acceptance of credit-by-examination for specific degree purposes is determined by the degree-granting institution. Students planning to use credit-by-examination to meet degree requirements at other institutions should check the requirements of the receiving institution.

Students must be currently enrolled at a DCCCD college to receive credit by examination. While students currently enrolled in a course are not normally eligible for national testing programs, the foreign language curriculum committee permits an exception to this policy for students enrolled in foreign language courses. Students may earn as many credits through examination as their ability permits and needs require, but at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation must be taken by instruction and not by credit-by-examination.

Credit by examination may be attempted only one time in any given course, and a minimum score must be earned in order for credit to be recorded. Those who successfully complete an approved national exam are granted "CR" for credit rather than a grade.

As of the publication date of this catalog, the following national tests are approved for credit-by-examination procedures:

CLEP Subject Exams (CLEP General Exams are NOT approved)

Test DCCCD Courses

Intro to Accounting ACCT 2301, 2302
Principles of Accounting ACCT 2301, 2302
General Biology BIOL 1406, 1407
Intro to Business Law BUSI 2301
Information Systems & CISC 1470
Computer Applications
General Chemistry CHEM 1411,1412
Intro. Macroeconomics ECON 2301
Intro. Macroeconomics ECON 2302
Principles/Macroeconomics ECON 2301
Principles/Microeconomics ECON 2302
English Literature ENGL 2322, 2323
American Literature ENGL 2327, 2328
College French 1-2 FREN 1411, 1412
College Level German GERM 1411, 1412
Language and 2311, 2312
American Government GOVT 2302
American History 1 HIST 1301
History of U.S. II HIST 1302
Western Civilization 1 HIST 2311
Western Civilization 2 HIST 2312
Intro. Management MGMT 1370
Principles of Management MGMT 1370
Principles of Marketing MRKT 2370
College Algebra (1993) MATH 1314
Trigonometry MATH 1316
Calculus w/ MATH 2513
Elementary Functions (1995)
Intro to Psychology PSYC 2301
Human Growth &
Development PSYC 2314
Intro to Sociology SOCI 1301
College Spanish 1-2 SPAN 1411, 1412
  and 2311, 2312
College Level Spanish SPAN 1411, 1412,
  and 2311, 2312

DANTES (Additional DANTES tests may be approved)

TEST DCCCD Courses

Lifespan Develop-
mental Psychology PSYC 2314
Intro to Computers w/
Programming in BASIC CISC 1373
Basic Marketing MRKT 2370
Intro to Business BUSI 1301
Beginning German I GERM 1411
Beginning German II GERM 1412
Beginning Spanish I SPAN 1411
Beginning Spanish II SPAN 1412
Principles of
Financial Accounting ACCT 2301
Basic Technician Drafting CADD 1272

Advanced Placement Examination
Test DCCCD Courses

Biology BIOL 1406, 1407
Chemistry CHEM 1411, 1412
English Language/Composition ENGL 1301, 1302
Math-Calculus AB MATH 2412
Math-Calculus BC MATH 2513
Physics B PHYS 1401, 1402
Computer Science AB COSC 1315, COSC 2318, or COSC 1315

Students taking advantage of these tests should check with the Office of the Registrar to ensure these tests will be accepted in lieu of coursework. This should be done prior to taking the test as the above list may change. Students may challenge courses not on this list by taking an instructor-made examination. Students interested in this method should contact the appropriate academic division office.

Non-Traditional Learning
The College is committed to serve students and the community in the most effective manner possible while maintaining high standards of education. Students learn in a variety of ways and through a multitude of experiences. Therefore, the College will evaluate these learning experiences and grant equivalent college credit applicable to an Associate of Applied Science degree or certificate program. The following guidelines pertain to such evaluations:
1. The student must be currently enrolled in the College to receive equivalent credit for non-traditional learning.
2. Credit for specific courses offered by the College may be granted for non- traditional learning experiences after proper assessment of those experiences. Credit will be awarded on a course-by-course basis only. The student must be enrolled in the College which is assessing the learning experiences.
3. A student is required to complete at least 12 semester hours of course work with the District, six of which are in the student's major occupational area, prior to awarding of equivalent credits for non-traditional course work accepted for credit.
4. Credit may be granted for occupational courses in programs approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
5. The number of equivalent credits awarded may not exceed 25% of the total number of credits required. The number of equivalent credits awarded may not exceed the total number of credits required for the student's specific associate degree objectives. No graduation, residency, degree or program requirements will be waived as a result of credits earned as provided by this policy.

Students desiring to take advantage of this opportunity should consult with the College Advocate for Non-traditional Learning for additional information. Students making application for assessment of prior learning through life experiences are required to enroll in Human Development 0110 to facilitate the process.

Flexible Entry Courses
In keeping with its commitment to meet individual educational needs, the College makes available flexible entry courses. These courses are often self-paced, allowing students to work at their own speed. Students are cautioned to be aware of the time specified by the College as to when the course requirements need to be completed. Students should check with the Registrar to determine times for registration in these courses. Approval must be obtained for enrollment.

Cooperative Work Experience
Students may enrich their education by enrolling in cooperative education courses. Cooperative education is a method of instruction offering the student the opportunity to earn college credit for the development and achievement of learning objectives which are accomplished through current on-the-job experience.

Work experience must be related to a field of study and an occupational goal. This work experience takes place at work training stations approved by the College. Employers must be willing to enter into training agreements with the College and the student/employee. The College will assist a student in seeking approvable employment, if needed.

Additional information regarding cooperative education may be secured from the Cooperative Education Office, the Division Office, or Counseling Office at each college. Workforce/Technical programs which include cooperative education are indicated in this catalog.

International Studies\Study Abroad Opportunities
An important part of the DCCCD's commitment to enhancing student appreciation for and understanding of diverse cultures is its international studies/study abroad programs. These are available in a variety of countries during both the regular semesters and in the summer. Semester-length programs are currently available in England, France, Mexico, Spain, Italy and Ireland. Students are usually sophomore level and have at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point. In most programs, no prior knowledge of a foreign language is required allowing even novices to learn a language in its cultural context while taking other credit courses taught in English to complete their study of the native culture.

Also offered by many of the campuses are study-abroad opportunities during the summer sessions. Such courses are taught by DCCCD faculty and normally last two to three weeks. In previous years these courses have been offered in Austria, Australia, China, Dominican Republic, France, Great Britain, Russia, Mexico, Jamaica, Spain, and Italy. For information about any of the semester-length or summer programs, contact the District Office of Student and International Programs or contact the Study Abroad Advisor at the college.

Texas residents who are students from institutions belonging to the North Texas Community and Junior College Consortium may enroll in DCCCD international courses by paying "in-District" tuition charges plus related fees.

Human Development Courses
The Human Development curriculum is comprised of several different courses which provide a theoretical and practical foundation in human growth and development across the lifespan. These courses are organized around different topics including; educational and career/life planning; interpersonal communication; personal and social growth; learning theory and study skills; and success in college. Some campuses offer special sections of Human Development courses which emphasize various issues such as multi cultural understanding, making life transitions, and appreciating gender differences for special populations including women returning to school, adults making career or job changes, at-risk students, young adults, or academically under prepared students.

Human Development courses transfer to many four year institutions as elective credit. These courses use an experiential model which allows for the use of a wide variety of teaching/learning strategies including small group work, journal writing, mini-lectures, selected readings, classroom discussion, team teaching, peer teaching, outside guest speakers, psychometric testing, and volunteer experiences in the community.

Developmental Education
Many levels of Developmental Writing, Developmental Reading, Developmental Math, and English as a Second Language courses are offered to enable under prepared students to complete the prerequisites for college-level work and to satisfy TASP remediation requirements. Students with low assessment test scores will be advised to enroll in developmental courses. Other students who wish to review and improve basic skills may also elect to take one or more developmental courses. Students who fail a portion of the state mandated TASP Test will be required to participate continuously in developmental coursework until they retake and pass the failed section, failure to attend and participate in the required developmental coursework will result in administrative withdrawal from all college-level classes.

Evening and Weekend College
In order to serve those people whose work schedule and/or personal involvements make it impossible for them to attend college during normal daytime hours, most courses offered during the day are also available in the evening or on the weekend. Courses are offered both on campus and at selected community locations.

Evening and weekend courses offer high quality instruction and excellent facilities. A variety of student services, including advisement, health, library, bookstore, food services, financial aid, and recreation may be available. Instructors are selected from the College's own full-time staff, from outstanding Dallas area educators, or from other professional specialists interested in teaching. To enroll in the evening and weekend courses, contact the Director of Admissions.

Library and Student Obligations
The library is an information center where students can find print, non-print materials, electronic full-text resources, the Internet and database services to supplement classroom learning. The library has a growing collection of books on a wide variety of general information to support academic transfer programs and workforce/technical programs. Other resources provided may include slides, tapes, compact discs, computer software, videotape, and films. In addition, there are special collections of career materials, pamphlets, popular and technical periodicals and newspapers.

Please note: Willful damage to library materials (or property) or actions disturbing users of the library may lead to the loss of library privileges. Damage cases are referred to the appropriate authorities for further action. All books and other library materials must be returned before the end of each semester. No transcript is issued until the student's library record is cleared.

Reserve Officers Training Corps
The DCCCD offers a program in ROTC in cooperation with the University of Texas at Arlington. The ROTC program provides a unique opportunity for students to assess and develop their leadership skills. A wide variety of settings are provided to expose students to the styles, techniques, and tools of leadership. It also develops college-educated officers for the active Army and the reserve components. This affords the student the opportunity to pursue either a civilian or military career after completing college.

ROTC credits may be used in the completion of a college degree by applying them to elective hours. Military science may be used as a minor course of study in many degree programs at The University of Texas at Arlington. To be eligible, the student must be enrolled in the ROTC program, must receive acceptance of military science as a minor from his/her major degree department, and must complete 18 hours of military science, 10 of which are advanced. Students who participate in ROTC while enrolled in the DCCCD will be eligible to apply for ROTC scholarships to complete degrees at UTA. The U.S. Army Scholarship Program provides an excellent way for young men and young women to obtain assistance in financing a college education. Every scholarship provides for payment of all expenses incurred for fees and tuition, an allowance for books and supplies, and $150 a month for up to 10 months per year.

Servicemen's Opportunity College
In cooperation with other community colleges in the United States, colleges of the Dallas County Community College District participate in the Servicemen's Opportunity College. Through this program, students can plan an educational experience regardless of location requirements of the military. While military service, per se, carries no equivalent college credit, coursework earned in the military MAY result in equivalent college credit with appropriate documentation. For further information contact the Registrars Office.

Continuing Education Programs
Within the Dallas County Community College District, Continuing Education delivers flexible, diverse, visionary instruction responsive to the needs of its public, private, and corporate citizens. Continuing Education provides workforce training, personal and professional development courses, and other outreach programs to enhance individual, community and economic development.

Continuing Education instructors are professionals from the community chosen for their knowledge, expertise and experience in their field. Training and instruction are offered as courses, programs, seminars and workshops. Registration is continuous, convenient and customer-oriented with new classes starting at various times during the semester. Continuing Education classes are held on the college campus and in a variety of locations throughout the community. Classes are held on weekdays and weekends, both during the day and evening hours.

A variety of student services are available for CE students including financial aid, library privileges, placement assistance and tutoring/counseling. Scholarship and grants are available for specific programs and courses. To apply for these funds please inquire at the Continuing Education Office.

Continuing Education Units
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are transcripted upon successful completion of approved vocational course competencies. In all recognized educational circles, one CEU is equal to ten contact hours of participation in an organized Continuing Education or extension experience. The CEU is a means of recording and accounting for Continuing Education activities and meeting the certification requirements of certain professional organizations.

The Bill J. Priest Institute for Economic Development
The Bill J. Priest Institute for Economic Development is located at 1402 Corinth, just south of downtown Dallas. The Institute houses non-credit programs serving the business community.
The Institute's program areas include:
Business Performance Improvement Services at the Institute include assessment services and non-credit customized contract training and to business and industry.
The Edmund J. Kahn Job Training Center provides short-term, intensive career training and basic skills/GED preparation instruction.
The Dallas Small Business Development Center provides free one-on-one counseling,affordable training, and resources to small businesses throughout Dallas County;
The International Small Business Development Center, located at the World TradeCenter, provides training and free counseling to businesses interested in international trade.
The Center for Government Contracting assists businesses seeking government contracts on municipal, county, state or federal levels through free counseling and affordable training and resources.
The Technology Assistance Center SBDC offers counseling services and training seminars focusing on technology transfer, product development and commercialization, the invention process and licensing and the Internet.
The Business Incubation Center offers cost-shared office facilities and services to small businesses.
The North Texas Small Business Development Center is one of four regional offices in Texas, it oversees SBDC activities in 49 counties and comprises 16 field centers.
The Testing Center provides for the community correspondence testing, credit by exam, ESL assessment, GED testing, National Food Protection Certification Program for food handlers as well as various national certifications, licensing and board exams for professional groups.
For more information about any of these programs, please consult the Bill Priest Institute section at the back of the comprehensive District Catalog or call 214-860-5803.

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