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Summer SemeSter 2014Apr. 21 Monday Registration for all 2014 summer sessions begins for all studentsMay 24–26 Saturday–Monday COLLEGE CLOSED—Memorial Day observedMay 30 Friday Registration ends for first 5-week and 10-week sessionsJune 2 Monday Classes begin for first 5-week and 10-week sessionsJuly 3 Thursday Last day of first 5-week sessionJuly 3 Thursday Registration ends for second 5-week sessionJuly 4 Friday COLLEGE CLOSED—Independence Day observedJuly 7 Monday Second 5-week session beginsAug. 8 Friday Last day of second 5-week and 10-week sessions

Fall SemeSter 2014Apr. 28–May 2 Monday–Friday Advance registration for fall 2014 begins for returning studentsMay 5 Monday Registration for fall 2014 begins for all studentsAug. 22 Friday Regular registration endsAug. 23 Saturday Classes begin for fall 2014Aug. 30–Sept. 1 Saturday–Monday COLLEGE CLOSED—Labor Day observedOct. 15 Wednesday Midterm; end of first half-semester classesOct. 16 Thursday Begin second half-semester classesOct. 27 Monday Registration for Intersession 2015 begins for all studentsOct. 28 Tuesday College Enrichment Day—No classes, except Laurel College CenterNov. 26 Wednesday College open—No classesNov. 27–30 Thursday–Sunday COLLEGE CLOSED—Thanksgiving breakDec. 1 Monday College re-opens and classes resumeDec. 1 Monday Advance registration for spring 2015 begins for returning studentsDec. 7 Sunday Last day of regular classes for fall semesterDec. 8 Monday Registration for spring 2015 begins for all studentsDec. 8–14 Monday–Sunday Final examination period; last week of classesDec. 17 Monday Intersession registration ends Dec. 19 Friday In-person registration closes for spring 2015; resumes Monday, Jan. 5Dec. 20–Jan. 4 Saturday–Sunday COLLEGE CLOSED—Winter breakJan. 5 Monday College re-opens

InterSeSSIon and SprIng SemeSter 2015Oct. 27 Monday Registration for Intersession 2015 begins for all studentsDec. 1–5 Monday–Friday Advance registration for spring 2015 begins for returning studentsDec. 8 Monday Registration for spring 2015 begins for all studentsDec. 17 Monday Intersession registration ends Dec. 19 Friday In-person registration closes for spring; resumes Monday, Jan. 5Dec. 20–Jan. 4 Saturday–Sunday COLLEGE CLOSED—Winter breakJan. 5 Monday College re-opens; in-person, peak registration beginsJan. 5 Monday Intersession 2015 begins Jan. 10 Saturday Special Saturday registration, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Jan. 16 Friday Intersession 2015 endsJan. 16 Friday In-person registration ends for spring 2015Jan. 19 Monday COLLEGE CLOSED—Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday observedJan. 20 Tuesday Classes begin for spring 2015Feb. 16 Monday COLLEGE CLOSED—Presidents’ Day observedMar. 11 Wednesday Midterm; end of first half-semester classesMar. 12 Thursday Begin second half-semester classesMar. 30–Apr. 5 Monday–Sunday COLLEGE CLOSED—Spring breakApr. 6 Monday College re-opens and classes resumeApr. 20 Monday Registration for 2015 summer sessions begins for all studentsApr. 27–May 1 Monday–Friday Advance registration for fall 2015 begins for returning studentsMay 4 Monday Registration for fall 2015 begins for all studentsMay 4 Monday Last day of regular classes for spring semesterMay 5–11** Tuesday–Monday Final examination period; last week of classesMay 21 Thursday Commencement

**Possible snow make-up days

This one-year catalog (fall 2014–summer 2015) contains a listing of programs of study, courses, and other important information. However, it does not contain a complete statement of all procedures, policies, rules, and regulations. The college has the right to change any academic or other requirements, tuition, fees or other charges, course offerings, course content, programs, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations from time to time and without notice. Important information updates will appear in credit schedules of classes. Departmental policies and procedures may still apply, even if they are not printed in this catalog. Meeting graduation require-ments and determining transferability to other institutions are the student’s responsibility, even though advisors may assist.

2014–2015

Prince George’s Community CollegeCatalog

please NoteThe PDF version of the Prince George’s Community College catalog serves as the college’s official catalog. In case of a discrepancy between the printed and PDF versions of the catalog, the PDF version will be followed. Any factual corrections/changes made to the PDF version will be dated at the top of the relevant page(s) in that version.

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VisionPrince George’s Community College will be the community’s first choice for innovative, high quality learning opportunities.

MissionPrince George’s Community College transforms students’ lives. The college exists to educate, train, and serve our diverse populations through accessible, affordable, and rigorous learning experiences.

strategiC goals FY2014–2017StrateGiC Goal 1Enhancing pathways that guide students to achieve their academic, career, and personal goals.

StrateGiC Goal 2Cultivating a welcoming and responsive learning environment.

StrateGiC Goal 3Fostering partnerships to respond to a diverse and evolving community and workforce.

StrateGiC Goal 4Promoting and supporting a collaborative institutional culture for communication, decision-making, and governance.

PhilosoPhY oF eduCationWe believe:

•Education is valuable in and of itself.•Learning is a lifelong commitment that transforms lives and promotes responsible citizenship.•General education courses expose all degree-seeking students to a common body of skills, knowledge, and values that

form the basis for lifelong learning.•Learning occurs inside and outside the classroom, including co-curricular and service activities.•Higher order reasoning and effective decision-making are essential to a sound education.•Intellectual expression requires effective reading, writing, and communication skills.•Education serves practical and creative needs that are both individual and communal.•Learning requires a forum wherein the free consideration of ideas, values, and informed points of view is encouraged,

and where diversity of thought is valued.•Instructional methods should be developed by qualified full and part-time professionals. Instruction should be dynamic,

current, and effective, using a variety of learning technologies. It should engage students as active partners who are responsible for their learning and adapt to an increasingly multicultural, global, and technologically driven society.

•Access to education should be available to meet diverse student needs, ranging from adult basic education to honors offerings.•Student success is the responsibility of all members of the college community. It requires that high expectations are set

and standards of excellence are maintained.•Improving learning requires the continual assessment of student success.

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Message FroM the President

Welcome!

Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) is proud to be a vibrant institution serving not only our local community, but the region and beyond. The institution’s mission is to transform the lives of the students we serve through accessible, affordable, and rigorous learning experiences. Our welcoming, exciting, multi-cultural community will prepare you for success in the diverse global economy. You will work closely and collaboratively with faculty and fellow students in multiple ways to enrich your classroom experiences.

Students who choose Prince George’s Community College will find their lives transformed. We are regionally focused and nationally recognized. Our outstanding faculty and staff are dedicated to student success. In your journey to acquire the skills and knowledge you need, you will find that the many opportunities for faculty and community interaction will prepare you to take your place in our complex technological and global society.

The 2014–2015 Catalog is the official guide to your academic program. It contains essential information regarding the institution’s policies and procedures, and its contents will assist you in making the most of your academic experience here. Familiarize yourself with its contents to learn how the college functions. It will become an important tool to assist you in achieving your goals.

The catalog is a tool that can open up a world of learning advantages for you. Thoroughly understanding the requirements for your degree and your major can save you time, lead you to the best courses for your academic needs, and support your pathway to success. If you have questions about your course of study, talk to your advisor, who is ready and able to help you achieve your academic and personal goals.

As a member of the PGCC community, you have access to the broadest array of programs the college has to offer. Whether you are studying science, engineering, arts, humanities, or social sciences disciplines, you can expect to be challenged to achieve at a high level. Prince George’s Community College offers stimulating classes, the prospect for close interaction with outstanding professors, hands-on learning and research experiences, cutting-edge technology, and options to work in collaborative situations.

We are ready to serve your needs in any way we can.

Charlene M. Dukes

Charlene M. DukeSPresident

Prince George’s community college

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table oF ContentsAcademic Calendar .....................................Inside Front CoverFrequently Called Numbers .........................Inside Back CoverVision, Mission, and Strategic Goals FY2014–2017................2Philosophy of Education .........................................................2Message from the President .....................................................3College Recognitions and Awards, Accreditations ..................7

Chapter 1—admission to College .......................................... 8Eligibility for Admission .........................................................9 New, Transfer, and International Students .......................10 Current High School/Home School Students ..................12 Dual Enrollment/Concurrent Enrollment ........................12Student Identification Numbers ............................................13Placement Testing .................................................................13Advanced Standing—Credit for Prior Learning ...................14Special Admission Criteria ....................................................16Nursing and Allied Health—Prerequisite Courses ...............17

Chapter 2—registering for Courses .....................................19Course Prerequisites and Placement ..................................... 20Registration Steps ................................................................. 20Registration Policy ................................................................21Owl Link, Owl Mail .............................................................21PGCC Owl Debit Card........................................................ 22Student ID Cards ................................................................. 22Transcripts and Enrollment Verifications ............................. 22

Chapter 3—tuition and Fees ...............................................24Tuition and Fees ....................................................................25Domicile: Determination of Student Residency................... 26Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) ...............................27Payment Methods ................................................................. 28Deferred Tuition Payment Plan (FACTS) ............................ 28Employer-Paid Tuition ......................................................... 28Veterans Special Payment Exemptions ................................. 28Tuition Exemptions ...............................................................29Delinquent Accounts .............................................................29Tuition Payment Deadlines .................................................. 30PGCC Owl Debit Card........................................................ 30Refunds ................................................................................ 30

Chapter 4—Paying for College .............................................31Financial Aid .........................................................................32Financing Options.................................................................33Veterans Benefits .................................................................. 34Temporary Employment for Students .................................. 34Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and Appeals...............35Re-establishing Eligibility .................................................... 36Treatment of Financial Aid, Withdrawals ............................ 36Disbursement ....................................................................... 36Overawards ........................................................................... 36Financial Literacy ................................................................. 36

Chapter 5—academic Policies ............................................. 37Student Course Loads ...........................................................38Grades and Grading Policies .................................................38

Grade Reports .......................................................................39Repeated Courses ..................................................................39Academic Forgiveness ........................................................... 40Class Attendance/Participation ............................................ 40Withdrawal from Classes.......................................................41Dean’s List .............................................................................41Academic Standing ................................................................41Minimum Standards for Good Standing ..............................41Appeals of Academic Standing ............................................. 42Academic Complaints .......................................................... 42Academic Integrity ............................................................... 42Disruption of Class ............................................................... 43Falsification of Records ........................................................ 43Graduation Requirements .................................................... 43Records Policy (FERPA) ...................................................... 44Different Ways to Take Courses ............................................45

Chapter 6—academic Preparation ......................................47Placement Testing ................................................................ 48Academic Preparation Course Sequences ............................. 48Developmental English .........................................................49Developmental Reading ........................................................50Developmental Mathematics .................................................51English as a Second Language ...............................................52Speech .................................................................................. 54

Chapter 7—General education .............................................55Associate of Arts (A.A.) and Associate of Science (A.S.) .......56Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)....................................57Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.) ..................................58General Education List ..........................................................59 Computer Literacy ............................................................59 English Composition ........................................................59 Humanities .......................................................................59 Foreign Languages ....................................................... 60 Literature ..................................................................... 60 Speech .......................................................................... 60 Mathematics .................................................................... 60 Science ..............................................................................61 Social Sciences ..................................................................62 History ..............................................................................62Student Core Competencies ..................................................63

Chapter 8— Programs of Study ...........................................64Assessment ...........................................................................272List of Programs by Discipline ............................................. 66 Accounting Programs ...................................................... 68 Art Programs ...................................................................154 Biology Option, General Studies ....................................174 Business Administration ...................................................76 Business Management Programs ......................................78 Chemistry Option, General Studies ...............................176 Clinical Health Sciences Program Information ..............116 Communication Programs..............................................162 Computer-Aided Drafting ..............................................241

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Computer Engineering Technology Programs ............... 242 Computer Science Programs .......................................... 248 Construction Management Programs .............................252 Criminal Justice Programs ..............................................184 Culinary Arts Programs ................................................... 96 Cybersecurity Programs ..................................................255 Dietetics Programs ..........................................................117 Economics Option, General Studies ...............................194 Electronic Engineering Technology Programs ................259 Engineering .....................................................................178 Engineering Technology ................................................ 262 English Option, General Studies ....................................166 Environmental Studies Programs ...................................180 Fire Science .....................................................................196 Food Science Option ......................................................120 Forensic Science ..............................................................198 General Studies ...............................................................112 Transfer Studies ..........................................................114 Health Education Option, General Studies ....................122 Health Information Management ...................................124 Medical Coder/Billing Specialist ................................126 Hospitality Services Management Programs ..................100 Human Services ............................................................. 200 Information Technology Programs ................................ 264 Marketing Management Programs .................................104 Medical Assisting ............................................................128 Media Production ...........................................................168 Meeting and Event Management Programs ....................108 Music Option, General Studies ......................................169 Nuclear Medicine Technology ........................................130 Nursing (RN) .................................................................134 Nursing (LPN) ............................................................137 Paramedic to RN Transition Option ..........................138 LPN to RN Transition ................................................140 Paralegal/Legal Assistant Programs ............................... 202 Paramedic Programs .......................................................142 Philosophy Option, General Studies ...............................171 Physical Education Option, General Studies ..................146 Pre-Law Option, General Studies .................................. 206 Psychology Option, General Studies ............................. 208 Radiography ....................................................................148 Respiratory Therapy ........................................................150 Sociology Option, General Studies .................................210 Surgical Technology........................................................152 Teacher Education ..........................................................212 Early Childhood Education Programs ........................212 Early Childhood Education/ Early Childhood Special Education Programs ......... 224 Elementary Education/Generic Special Education .... 226 Secondary Education Programs ................................. 228 Professional Education Courses for Maryland Certification/Recertification ................... 238 Theatre and Entertainment Technology .........................173Student Core Competencies ................................................273 Suspended Programs of Study .............................................271

Chapter 9—Course Descriptions .......................................276Basic Course Information................................................... 277Accounting (ACC) ..............................................................278African-American Studies (AFA) ....................................... 280Anthropology (ANT) ......................................................... 280Arabic (ARB) ...................................................................... 280Art (ART) ...........................................................................281Biology (BIO) ......................................................................285Business Law (BUS) ........................................................... 287Business Management (BMT) ........................................... 287Business Marketing (BMK).................................................291Business Property Management (BPM) ..............................291Business Real Estate (BRE) .................................................292Career Assessment and Planning (CAP) .............................292Chemistry (CHM) ..............................................................293Chinese (CHN) ...................................................................294Construction Management (CSM) .....................................294Correctional Services (COR) ............................................. 296Criminal Justice (CJT) ....................................................... 296Culinary Arts (CUL) ...........................................................298Developmental English (DVE) ...........................................298Developmental Learning Support (DLS) ............................299Developmental Math (DVM) .............................................299Developmental Reading (DVR) ......................................... 300Economics (ECN) .............................................................. 300Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) ............................. 300Engineering (EGR) ............................................................ 302Engineering Technology (ENT) ........................................ 304English (EGL) .................................................................... 306English as a Second Language (ESL) .................................. 309Fire Science (FSC) ...............................................................310Forensic Science (FOS) ........................................................311French (FRN) ......................................................................312Geography (GEO) ...............................................................312Health Education (HLE) ....................................................312Health Information Management (HIM) ...........................313History (HST)..................................................................... 315Honors .................................................................................316Horticulture (HRT) ............................................................316Hospitality Services Management (HSM) ..........................317Human Services (HUS) ......................................................321Humanities (HUM) ............................................................322Information Technology (INT) ..........................................322Mathematics (MAT) ...........................................................330Medical Assisting (MAS) ....................................................332Multi-Disciplinary English/History (MLD) .......................333Music (MUS) ......................................................................334Nuclear Medicine Technology (NUM) ...............................336Nursing (NUR) ...................................................................336Nutrition (NTR) .................................................................336Paralegal (PAR) ...................................................................339Paramedic (PMD) ...............................................................341 Planning for Academic Success (PAS) ................................ 342Philosophy (PHL) ............................................................... 343Physical Education (PED) .................................................. 344Physical Science (PSC) ........................................................345Physics (PHY) .................................................................... 346

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Political Science (POS) ....................................................... 346Psychology (PSY) ................................................................347Public Relations and Journalism (PRJ) ...............................349Radiography (RAD) ............................................................350Respiratory Therapy (RST) .................................................352Service-Learning (SLN) ......................................................354Sociology (SOC)..................................................................354Spanish (SPN) .....................................................................355Speech Communication (SPH) ...........................................355Surgical Technologies (SGT) ..............................................357Teacher Education (TED) ...................................................358Television, Radio and Film (TRF) ..................................... 364Theatre (THE).................................................................... 364Women’s Studies (WMS) ................................................... 366

Chapter 10—transfer opportunities ..................................367Articulation Agreements .................................................... 368

Chapter 11—Student opportunities ....................................371Academic Support Services and Programs ..........................372 African-American Studies Institute ................................372 Collegian Centers ...........................................................372 Community Financial Center .........................................373 Computer Labs ...............................................................373 Developmental Studies Program .....................................373 Developmental Math Redesign .......................................374 International Education Center ......................................374 International Student Services and Programs .................375 Library ............................................................................376 Marlboro Learning Lab ..................................................376 Mentoring Program ........................................................376 Service-Learning .............................................................376 Tutoring Center ............................................................. 377 Writing Center ............................................................... 377Campus Life and Activities ................................................ 377 Alumni Association........................................................ 377 Bookstore ....................................................................... 377 Campus Activities Board ............................................... 377 Clubs and Organizations ............................................... 377 Dining.............................................................................378 Fine Arts .........................................................................378 Intercollegiate Athletics ..................................................378 Student Governance Association ....................................378 Student Publications .......................................................379Honors Programs and Organizations ..................................379 Psi Beta ...........................................................................381Scholarship Programs ..........................................................381 Hillman Entrepreneurs Program ....................................381Student Services and Special Programs ...............................382 Advising and Transfer Services .......................................382 Owl Link and the Academic Advising Process ...........383 EduPlan ......................................................................383 Air Force ROTC .........................................................383 Career Services ................................................................383 Internship Options .................................................... 384 Cashier’s Office .............................................................. 384 Counseling Services ....................................................... 384

Disability Support Services ............................................ 384 Enrollment Support Services ..........................................385 Health Education Center ................................................385 Owl Success Track, First-Year Experience .......................385 Prior Learning Assessment Network (PLAN).................385 Servicemembers Opportunity College ........................... 386 Student Assessment Services Center .............................. 386 Student Support Services (TRiO) .................................. 386 Transfer Center .............................................................. 386 Upward Bound (TRiO) ................................................. 386 Veterans Services ............................................................ 387 Violence Prevention Center ........................................... 387 Vocational Support Services .......................................... 387

Chapter 12—Workforce Development and Continuing education ..................................................388Licensure and Certification .................................................389Center for Business and Industry Solutions (CBIS) ............389Workforce Development Institutes .....................................389Community Education and Partnerships ........................... 390Adult Education ..................................................................391 GED Exam Preparation and Adult Basic Education ......391 National External Diploma Program ..............................391 English for Speakers of Other Languages .......................391Extension Centers ................................................................391 Skilled Trades Center ......................................................391 Westphalia Training Center............................................391Courses and Programs .........................................................392Registration, Tuition, Transcripts .......................................394

Chapter 13—lmportant Policies .........................................395Emergency College Closings/Delayed Openings ................396Student Residency Policy ....................................................396Special Admission Policy: Nursing and Allied Health ........397Statewide General Education and Transfer Policy ..............398Nondiscrimination Policy .................................................. 404Title IX ............................................................................... 404

Chapter 14—College employees ....................................... 405Administration ................................................................... 406Full-time Faculty and Administrative Staff ........................ 407Emeritus Faculty ................................................................ 420Full-time Staff .....................................................................421

Chapter 15—Campus overview..........................................425Directions and Campus Maps ............................................ 426John Eager Howard Community Center ........................... 428Joint Base Andrews/Naval Air Facility (Andrews AFB) ..... 429Laurel College Center ......................................................... 430Skilled Trades Center ..........................................................431University Town Center ......................................................432Westphalia Training Center ................................................433

Chapter 16—appendix ........................................................ 434Glossary of Academic Terms ...............................................435Program Codes ....................................................................441

index ...................................................................................... 444

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College ReCognitions and awaRdsNatioNal CeNter of aCademiC exCelleNCe iN iNformatioN assuraNCe two-year eduCatioNThe National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security has certified Prince George’s Community College as one of only 32 community colleges for this certification. The college is certified from 2010 to 2015.

white house ChampioN of ChaNgePrince George’s Community College is the only college in Maryland to be selected as a White House Champion of Change for its commitment to improving completion rates, especially among disadvantaged students, and for its sector-based partnerships.

CyberwatCh awarded supplemeNtal graNt from the NatioNal sCieNCe fouNdatioNPrince George’s Community College is the headquarters for the National CyberWatch Center. The mission of the National Center is to lead collaborative efforts to advance cybersecurity education and strengthen the national cybersecurity workforce. The center is funded by the National Science Foundation.

aChieviNg the dream CollegeSelected as one of only 30 community colleges in the 2011 cohort and one of 200 colleges and universities nationwide, Prince George’s Community College was chosen because of its dedication to increasing the number of students who complete and graduate

iNNovatioN of the year awardThe Envision Success institutional priority and completion agenda was honored by the League for Innovation in the Community College with a 2013 Innovation of the Year Award in the Leadership and Organization category and was one of 42 such recipients nationwide.

top 25 assoCiate degRee pRoduCeR among afRiCan-ameRiCansPrince George’s Community College awards the most associate degrees to African-Americans of any college in Maryland, according to Diverse Issues In Higher Education. The college was ranked number 21 among all colleges in the country for African-American graduates based on the 2010–2011 U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics.

aCCReditationsPrince George’s Community College is fully accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104) with specific programs approved or accredited in the following:

program of study accrediting or Certifying agency

Paramedic A.A.S. and Certificate Accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoA EMSP) through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS), The Emergency Medical Services Board

Health Information Management A.A.S. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)

Nuclear Medicine A.A.S. and Certificate Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT)

Nursing LPN Certificate Approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing

Nursing RN A.S. Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), formerly the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) and approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing

Radiography A.A.S. Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)

Respiratory Therapy A.A.S. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)

updated 10/15/14