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MCCCD GOVERNING BOARDTracy Livingston, M.Ed., PresidentYears of Service 2014-2018

Johanna Haver, B.A., M.A., SecretaryYears of Service 2015-2018

John HeepYears of Service 2015-2016

Doyle Burke, B.A., M.A., M.DivYears of Service 2010-2016

Alfredo Gutierrez, Ph.D.Years of Service 2014-2016

Jean McGrathYears of Service 2015-2018

Dana Saar, B.A., M.Ed.Years of Service 2011-2016

MCCCD ADMINISTRATIONRufus Glasper, Ph.D., C.P.A., CGFMChancellor

Maria Harper-Marinick, Ph.D.Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost

Lacoya Shelton-JohnsonVice Chancellor of Human Resources

Mary O’ConnorPresident and CEO of Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation

Edward KeltyVice Chancellor of Information Technology Services

Debra Thompson, M.P.A.Vice Chancellor of Business Services

EMCC ADMINISTRATIONSenior Management Lara, ErnestPresidentA.A., Glendale Community College; B.A., M.A., M.C., Ph.D., Arizona State Universityernie.lara@estrellamountain.edu

Goodman, ClayVice President of LearningB.S., Arizona State University; M.A., University of North Colorado; Ph.D., Capella Universityclay.goodman@estrellamountain.edu

Cardenas-Adame, PatriciaVice President of Student AffairsB.S., Texas A&M Kingston; M.A., Emmanuel College; Ph.D., Capella University.patricia.cardenas-adame@estrellamountain.edu

Tavakoli, SueVice President of Administrative ServicesB.A., ; M.Ed., Northern Arizona Universitysue.tavakoli@estrellamountain.edu

Deans and DirectorsAmparo, FranciscoDirector, Enrollment ServicesA.A., Mesa Community College; B.A., Arizona State University; M.Ed., Northern Arizona Universityfrank.amparo@estrellamountain.edu

Campbell, RalphDirector, Recruitment, Marketing and Public RelationsA.A., Al Collins Graphic Design School; B.S., M.B.A., University of Phoenixralph.campbell@estrellamountain.edu

Castillo, MagdalenaDirector, College SWSC Fiscal Budget ServicesB.S., Arizona State University; M.B.A., University of Phoenixmagdalena.castillo@estrellamountain.edu

Dulgar, Laura Dean, Student AffairsB.A. Elmira College; M.A., University of Nevada, Renolaura.dulgar@estrellamountain.edu

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Farrar, WilliamFaculty Director, Center for Teaching and LearningB.A., Rutgers University; M.S., Ph.D., University of California Santa Cruzwilliam.farrar@estrellamountain.edu

Galligan, ChadDirector, Information TechnologyB.S., University of Phoenix; M.B.A., College of Management and Technologychad.galligan@estrellamountain.edu

Iudicello, KathleenDean, Academic AffairsB.A., M.A., Arizona State University; Ph.D., George Washington Universitykathleen.iudicello@estrellamountain.edu

Jackson, HerschelDirector, Student Life and Leadership/AthleticsB.S., Southwest State University; M.S., South Dakota State Universityherschel.jackson@estrellamountain.edu

Johnson, LedaDirector, College SWSC Fiscal Budget ServicesB.A., Grand Canyon University; M.Ed., Northern Arizona Universityleda.johnson@estrellamountain.edu

Naughton, RandyDirector, College Facilities Planning & Developmentrandy.naughton@estrellamountain.edu

Orr, Sylvia Dean, Academic AffairsB.A., M.S., Ph.D., University of Washingtonsylvia.orr@estrellamountain.edu

Robles, JonathanDirector, Corporate Foundations Relations and Development OperationsB.S., M.P.H., University of Phoenixjonathan.robles@estrellamountain.edu

Scott, LindaDirector, Career/Educational Planning ServicesB.A., M.A., Eastern New Mexico University; M. Ed., Arizona State Universitylinda.scott@estrellamountain.edu

Shepard, AustinDirector, Academic Enrichment (Dual Enrollment)B.A., M.Ed., Northern Arizona Universityaustin.shepard@estrellamountain.edu

Short, RosannaDirector, Financial AidB.A., University of Kentucky; M.A., Grand Canyon Universityrosanna.short@estrellamountain.edu

Summers, CharlesPublic Safety CommanderA.A.S., Rio Salado College; A.A., Waldorf College; B.S., Iowa State University; M.S., University of Southern Mississippicharles.summers@estrellamountain.edu

Weber, HeatherDean, Occupational EducationB.A., University of West Florida; M.B.A., University of Phoenix; Ed.D, Northern Arizona Universityheather.weber@estrellamountain.edu

Willekens, René GuerraDean, Research, Planning and EffectivenessB.S., M.B.A., Arizona State University; Ed.D., Northern Arizona Universityrene.willekens@estrellamountain.edu

Division ChairpersonsBuentello, Analicia C.Division Chair, Arts and CompositionB.A., University of Texas; M.A., Texas A & M International Univ.analicia.buentello@estrellamountain.edu

Burch, Andrew Division Chair, Mathematics, Physics and EngineeringB.A., Michigan State University; M.A., Bowling Green State Universityandy.burch@estrellamountain.edu

Davis-Ragland, ClarissaDivision Chair, Occupational EducationB.S., Arizona State University; M.B.A., Grand Canyon Universityclarissa.davis-ragland@estrellamountain.edu

Landeros, PabloDivision Chair, Behavioral Sciences and Cultural StudiesB.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of California , Santa Barbarapablo.landeros@estrellamountain.edu

Johnson-Maxwell, TanishaDivision Chair, CounselingB.A., Arizona State University; M.A., University of Missouri; Ph.D., Arizona State Universitytj.maxwell@estrellamountain.edu

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Maas, SandraDivision Chair, Nursing and Allied HealthA.S.N., Saddleback Community College; B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Phoenixsandra.maas@estrellamountain.edu

Nichols, JimDivision Chair, Instructional ComputingB.S.Ed., Northern Arizona Universityjim.nichols@estrellamountain.edu

Price, NikolDivision Chair, Information ResourcesA.A., Mohave Community College; B.A., University of Nevada; M.A., University of Arizonanikol.price@estrellamountain.edu

Stonebrink, DianeDivision Chair, Modern LanguagesB.A., Lewis and Clark College; M.A., University of Hawaiidiane.stonebrink@estrellamountain.edu

Torrison, LeviDivision Chair, ScienceB.S., Macpherson College; Ph.D., Arizona State Universitylevi.torrison@estrellamountain.edu

EMCC FACULTYAbrams, CarlottaEnglishB.A., Wesleyan University; M.F.A., Arizona State University; Ph.D., University of S. Mississippicarlotta.abrams@estrellamountain.edu

Akuna, Valerie A.Computer Information SystemsB.A., University of Leeds; B.A., University of Alberta; M.Ed., Arizona State University; Ph.D., Nova South East University of Floridavalerie.akuna@estrellamountain.edu

Amabisca, AnastasiaEnglishB.S., Grambling State University; M.S., Arizona State University; Ph.D., University of Californiaanastasia.amabisca@estrellamountain.edu

Baranowski, RebeccaMathematicsB.S., Northern Arizona University; M.A., University of Arizonarebecca.baranowski@estrellamountain.edu

Bell, Charles (Short Term)BiologyB.S., Northern Arizona University; M.A.Ed., Arizona State Universitylcharles.bell@estrellamountain.edu

Benjamin, LindaNursingB.S.N., University of Phoenix; M.S.N., Walden University, Minneapolislinda.benjamin@estrellamountain.edu

Blomstrand, ErinEnglishA.A., Diablo Valley College; B.A., California State University, Hayward; M.A., Mills Collegeerin.blomstrand@estrellamountain.edu

Boettcher, SteveMathematicsB.S., Harvey Mudd College; M.A., University of California, Los Angeles; Ed.D., Nova Southeastern Universitysteve.boettcher@estrellamountain.edu

Boring, MichaelPhilosophyB.A., M.A., San Diego State University; Ph.D., Fordham Universitymichael.boring@estrellamountain.edu

Breaux, MichelleMathematicsB.S., Stanford University; M.S., Claremont Graduate Universitymichelle.Breaux@estrellamountain.edu

Brooks-Dillion, Romanie Clinical NursingA.A., Highland Park Community College; B.S., University of Phoenix; M.S.N., Walden Universityromanie.brooks-dillion@estrellamountain.edu

Carr, Chantele (Short Term)CommunicationB.A., University of Arizona; M.Ed., Northern Arizona Universitychantele.carr@estrellamountain.edu

Cerven, JamesAdministration of JusticeB.S., John Jay College of Criminal Justice; M.A., Arizona State Universityjames.cerven@estrellamountain.edu

Chang, WeiruBiologyB.S., University of Illinois; Ph.D., University of Minnesotaweiru.chang@estrellamountain.edu

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Chavez, ErnestMathematicsB.Ed., Arizona State University; M.Ed., Northern Arizona Universityernest.chavez@estrellamountain.edu

Coleman, ChristopherPsychologyA.G.S., Mesa Community College; B.A., San Diego State University; Ph.D., State University of New Yorkchristopher.coleman@estrellamountain.edu

Desbien, DwainPhysicsB.A., Grinnell College; M.S., University of Kansas; Ph.D., Arizona State Universitydwain.desbien@estrellamountain.edu

Dison, HollyMathematicsB.S., University of New Mexico; M.S., University of Washingtonholly.dison@estrellamountain.edu

Farabee, Michael J.Biology B.S., M.S., Arizona State University; Ph.D., University of Oklahomamj.farabee@estrellamountain.edu

Fike, JimmyArtB.A., Auburn University; M.F.A., Cranbrook Academy of Artjimmy.fike@estrellamountain.edu

Forgione, WilliamNursingB.S., M.S.N., Wayne State Universitywilliam.forgione@estrellamountain.edu

Frasure, JohnHistoryB.S., Liberty University; M.A., Texas Wesleyan Universityjohn.frasure@estrellamountain.edu

Freeman, RodneyEnglishB.A., M.A., Samford Universityrod.freeman@estrellamountain.edu

Garland, DeniseChemistryB.A., M.A., Ph.D., City University of New York, Queens Collegedenise.garland@estrellamountain.edu

Gipson-Thurman, CherylAdministration of JusticeB.S., Arizona State University; M.Ed., Northern Arizona Universitycheryl.thurman@estrellamountain.edu

Graber, KimberlyCounselingB.A., B.S., Arizona State University; M.A., University of Denverkimberly.graber@estrellamountain.edu

Graham, Teri M.MathematicsB.A., Cameron University; M.A., Arizona State Universityteri.graham@estrellamountain.edu

Griffiths, StevenCulinary ArtsA.A.S., White Mountains Community College; B.A.S., Arizona State University; M.Ed., Northern Arizona Universitysteven.griffiths@estrellamountain.edu

Hebert, CherylCommunicationB.S., M.A., Arizona State Universitycheryl.hebert@estrellamountain.edu

Heinz, LarryComputer Information Systemslarry.heinzi@estrellamountain.edu

Hill, AmySpeech Language PathologyB.A., M.A., University of Northern Coloradoamy.hill@estrellamountain.edu

Hill, JonCulinary ArtsA.S., University of Hawaii; B.S., University of Phoenix; M.Ed., Grand Canyon Universityjon.hill@estrellamountain.edu

Holmes, RachelEducationB.A.E., Arizona State University; M. Ed., Northern Arizona Universityrachel.holmes@estrellamountain.edu

Huntsinger, ErikEconomicsB.S., M.S., Arizona State University, Ed.D. erik.huntsinger@estrellamountain.edu

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Jimenez-Hernandez, NormaPsychologyB.A., Concordia University; M.Ed., Harvard University; M.A., University of California; Ed.D., Harvard Universitynorma.hernandez@estrellamountain.edu

Kempton-McDonald, KaninaNursingB.S.N., Arizona State University; M.S.N., Grand Canyon Universitykanina.mcdonald@estrellamountain.edu

Kilduff, GaryCounselingB.S., Grand Canyon University; M.A.; Northern Arizona Universitygary.kilduff@estrellamountain.edu

Larson, RandolComputer Information Systems/MCSEA.S., CA College for Health Science; B.S., College of St. Francis.; M.A.Ed., University of Phoenixrandol.larson@estrellamountain.edu

Lemenager, Debra (Short Term)NursingA.A., Sacramento City College; A.A., American River College; B.S.N., Grand Canyon Universitydebra.lemenager@estrellamountain.edu

Lihs, FionaChemistryB.S., University of Glasglow, Scotland; M.S., Ph.D., Arizona State Universityfiona.lihs@estrellamountain.edu

Lockhart, SarahMathematicsB.S., M.Ed., M.A., Northern Arizona Universitysarah.lockhart@estrellamountain.edu

Loucy, Kelly LynnEnglishB.A., University of Richmond; M.A., Arizona State Universitykelly.loucy@estrellamountain.edu

Maihofer, FrederickBusinessA.A.S., Glendale Community College; B.S., M.B.A., Arizona State University West; M.Ed., Northern Arizona Universityfrederick.maihofer@estrellamountain.edu

Malmo, SusanEnglishB.A., Wellesley College; M.A., Central Missouri State University; J.D., Washington Universitysusan.malmo@estrellamountain.edu

Manuelito, ShannonBiologyB.S., New Mexico State University; M.S., New Mexico State University; Ed.D., Arizona State Universityshannon.manuelito@estrellamountain.edu

Martinez, Jason Z.CounselingA.A., Phoenix College; B.A., M.C.; Arizona State Universityjason.martinez@estrellamountain.edu

McAlee, JanaeaDanceB.A., Sonoma State University; M.A., Vermont College of Norwich Universityjanaea.mcalee@estrellamountain.edu

McClure, AngelaPhysicsB.S., Northern Arizona University; M.S., University of Phoenix; M.S., Arizona State Universityangela.mcclure@estrellamountain.edu

McMichael, TimothyComputer Information SystemsB.A., Colorado State University; M.Ed., Arizona State Universitytimothy.mcmichael@estrellamountain.edu

Medford, JeremyManufacturing TechnologyB.S., Thomas Edison State Collegejeremy.medford@estrellamountain.edu

Melessa, Steven PaulManufacturing TechnologyB.S., Excelsior Collegepaul.melessa@estrellamountain.edu

Meyer, TerryLibraryB.A., Grand Valley State University; M.L.S., Rosary College; M.S.I.S., Roosevelt Universityterry.meyer@estrellamountain.edu

Miller, JeffreyBiologyB.S., University of Wisconsin; Ph.D., Duke Universityjeffrey.miller@estrellamountain.edu

Miller, PollyE-LearningB.A., Rhode Island College; M. Ed., Arizona State University, Ph.D., Northcentral Universitypolly.miller@estrellamountain.edu

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Muns, HeatherReadingB.S.Ed., Northern Arizona University; M.S.Ed., Grand Canyon Universityheather.muns@estrellamountain.edu

Ong, SylviaBusinessB.S., M.B.A., Arizona State University; M.S., Western International University; Ed.D., Nova Southeastern Universitysylvia.ong@estrellamountain.edu

Peist, StevenReadingB.A., State University of New York; M.A., Queens Collegesteven.peist@estrellamountain.edu

Pesta, Lawrence R.Modern LanguagesA.A., Mount San Antonio College; B.A., California State University, Fullerton; M.A., San Francisco State Universitylarry.pesta@estrellamountain.edu

Pirehpour-Andrews, AlexanderEnglish A.A., Glendale Community College; B.A., Arizona State University West; M.A., Arizona State University Eastalexander.andrews@estrellamountain.edu

Rauch, RebeccaNursingB.S.N., M.S.N., Grand Canyon Universityrebecca.rauch@estrellamountain.edu

Rosales, Maria CeciliaSpanishB.S., Instituto Tecnologico y Estudios Superiores de Monterrey; M.A., New Mexico State University; Ph.D., Arizona State Universitymaria.rosales@estrellamountain.edu

Rivera, LuviaMathematicsB.A., University of Texas at Austin; M.S., Purdue Universityluvia.rivera@estrellamountain.edu

Rivera, NatalieMathematicsB.A., M.S., Arizona State Universitynatalie.rivera@estrellamountain.edu

Rubio, PedroEngineeringB.S., Arizona State University; M.A., Northern Arizona Universitypedro.rubio@estrellamountain.edu

Sandhu, Muhammad (Short Term)Biology Ph.D., Allama Iqbal Medical Collegemuhammad.sandhu@estrellamountain.edu

Segerberg, MarshaBiologyB.S., University of Cincinnati; Ph.D., University of Wisconsinmarsha.segerberg@estrellamountain.edu

Shannon, JenniferMathematicsB.S., M.S., Northern Arizona Universityjennifer.damron@estrellamountain.edu

Shively, KarenEnglishB.A., Northern Kentucky University; M.A., University of Akronkaren.shively@estrellamountain.edu

Smith, RachelBiologyB.S., University of East Anglis; Ph.D., University of Leeds, UKrachel.smith@estrellamountain.edu

Stauffer, Eric (Short Term)PhilosophyB.A., Arizona State University; M.A., Ph.D., Prescott Collegeeric..stauffer@estrellamountain.edu

Steele, BronwenBiologyB.S., M.S., University of Arizona; Ed.D., Arizona State Universitybronwen.steele@estrellamountain.edu

Swindle, PatriciaCisco Networking TechnologyB.S., Park College; M.A.Ed., University of Phoenixpatty.swindle@estrellamountain.edu

Trivedi, MehaComputer Science/Computer Information SystemsB.S., Marharishi International University; M.S., California State Universitymeha.trivedi@estrellamountain.edu

Tsoudis, OlgaSociologyB.S., Cornell University; M.S., Ph.D., University of Arizonaolga.tsoudis@estrellamountain.edu

Turner, PeterEducationB.A., Arizona State University; M.S., Nova Southwestern University; Ph.D., Northcentral Universitypete.turner@estrellamountain.edu

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Turner, RoselynCommunicationB.A., New Mexico State University; M.S., Nova University; Ph.D., Capella Universityroselyn.turner@estrellamountain.edu

Van Puymbroeck, ChristinaPsychologyB.S., Mary Washington College; Ph.D., Arizona State Universitychristina.vanpuymbroeck@estrellamountain.edu

Weaver, David (Short-Term)PhysicsB.S., East Texas State University; M.S., East Texas State Universitydavid.weaver@estrellamountain.edu

Wong, JenniferLibraryB.S., M.A., University of Arizonajennifer.wong@estrellamountain.edu

Zagar, ChristopherLibraryA.A., Glendale Community College; B.S., Charter Oak State College; M.A., University of Arizonachris.zagar@estrellamountain.edu

Zetlan, SonyaBiologyB.S., Syracuse University; Ph.D., University of Wisconsinsandy.zetlan@estrellamountain.edu

EMCC Emeritus FacultyAnderson, DeborahB.A., Hiram College; M.L.S., University of Arizona

Bailey, ConradB.A., Tufts University; M.A.Ed., University of Massachusetts, Amherst; M.A., Arizona State University

Tippett, Bryan K.B.S., Gannon University; M.S., Duquesne University; Ed.D., University of Sarasota

Williams, PearlB.A., Alcorn State University; M.A., Arizona State University

Zuleger, EddieA.A., Glendale Community College; B.A., Golden GateUniversity; M.S., Arizona State University

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GLOSSARY OF TERMSAdd/Drop PeriodA period of time before classes begin when schedule changes are made. A penalty may be charged for changes made after the start of classes.

AdmissionAcceptance into a college after the student has filed a completed Student Information Form with the Admissions and Records Office and has been admitted according to admissions criteria. Students who have been admitted are eligible to register for courses.

AdvisorA counselor, faculty, or other designated staff member who has received training to provide students with academic information and will direct them to the appropriate classes to achieve their goals and enhance their success.

AGECA 35-semester-credit general education program of study that fulfills lower-division general education requirements for students planning to transfer to any Arizona public community college or university and transfers as a block without loss of credit.

AssessmentPlacement or Assessment of Skills for Successful Entry and Transfer (ASSET) evaluates students’ present testing skills in English, reading and math so students may choose courses that match their skills. Assessment is based upon scores received from the ASSET course placement tests. Scores are used as a guide for proper course placement.

Associate DegreeDegree awarded by community colleges after a student completes a specified number of course requirements and credit hours, generally a minimum of 60 semester credits. Either an Associate in Arts (AA); Associate in Transfer Partnership (ATP); Associate in Business (ABus); or Associate in Science (AS); designed primarily for transfer to complete a baccalaureate degree; and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS), designed primarily to enhance workplace skills and knowledge, or an Associate in General Studies (AGS), designed to fulfill students’ goals of higher education.

Associate in Transfer Partnership (ATP)The Associate in Transfer Partnership (ATP) is designed for students transferring to public and private colleges and universities. This degree is specifically developed for students who have an identified major and have selected the baccalaureate degree granting institution to which they intend to transfer.

AuditAn option for class registration in which the student pays to attend class, but does not want to receive credit. Students sometimes choose to audit courses in which they do not wish to complete required assignments.

Bachelor’s DegreeA degree awarded by a four-year college or university. Generally requires completion of 120 semester credits. Also referred to as a baccalaureate degree (e.g., BA or BS).

College OrientationA session during which new students are introduced to academic programs, facilities, and services provided by a college.

CommencementAlso known as graduation. A ceremony during which colleges award certificates of completion and degrees to graduating students.

Continuous EnrollmentThe process of registering and completing courses during consecutive semesters, which may include summer sessions. Determines catalog year for graduation.

CorequisiteSpecified conditions, requirements, or courses that must be completed at the same time as another course.

CounselorA professionally trained staff member who helps students with educational, career, or personal concerns.

CourseA specific subject studied within a limited period of time, such as a semester; and taught by a faculty member. Also called course offering or class.

Course FeeA charge for services, supplies, and/or materials for a course in addition to tuition and registration fees for the course.

Course NumberA three-digit code that identifies a specific course and indicates its level and sequence (e.g., 101 in ENG 101).

Course PrefixA three-letter code that identifies the subject area of a course (e.g., ENG in ENG101 indicating a course in English).

Course TitleThe name of a specific course that indicates subject and content (e.g., Freshman English, title for English 101).

Glossary of TermsCredit HourThe numerical unit of college credits earned for the satisfactory completion of a specific course; also referred to as semester hours or units (e.g., 3 credit hours).

Cross-Referenced CoursesTwo or more disciplines connected to the course. All course elements are identical except for the prefix. Some variation may occur at number level if a number is not available for use.

CurriculumA planned sequence of courses aimed at an academic or occupational goal; also referred to as a program of study.

CustomerOne that purchases and/or consumes a product or service; defining and meeting customer needs drives the development of any successful product or service.

DivisionA group of faculty who teach classes in related subjects, such as communication, English, and social science in the Liberal Arts Division.

ElectivesNon-required courses that students may select to complete their program of study.

Extracurricular ActivitiesAlso known as co-curricular. Activities, clubs, or organizations students may participate in above and beyond their academic courses.

FacultyInstructors.

Final ExamsTests or exercises given at the end of a term that are often comprehensive; may include all material covered during the semester. The schedule of final exam dates and times for each term is included in the Schedule of Classes.

Fiscal OfficeAlso known as the Cashier’s Office. Students may pay tuition and fees, course fees, and other encumbrances owed the college at the Fiscal Office.

Grade PointThe numerical value of grade multiplied by the credit hours for a course (A=4 points; B=3 points; C=2 points; D=1 point). If, for example, a student earns an A in English 101 (3 credit hours), then the student earns 12 points: A=4 points x 3 (credit hours) = 12 points.

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Grade Point AverageGenerally called GPA, grade point average is determined by dividing the total number of grade points earned by the total number of credit hours attempted. For example, 45 grade points divided by 15 credit hours earned = 3.0 GPA.

LoadAlso called academic load. The total number of credit hours taken in a term. Twelve credit hours is considered a full-time load.

Lower DivisionNormally freshman- and sophomore-level (100 and 200) courses offered by a college. Community colleges offer ONLY lower division courses. Four-year institutions offer lower division courses and upper division courses, which are junior-level and senior-level (300 and 400) courses.

MajorAn area of concentrated study often for a specific degree or occupation, such as English, nursing, or engineering.

Official AbsenceAbsence from class approved by the Dean of Student Services for students who are participants in an official college activity. Students must present approved absence documentation to their instructors before the official absence and make arrangements to complete the work they will miss.

Pass/FailAn option for class registration in which students choose to receive a grade of Pass or Fail in lieu of a letter grade (A, B, C, D, F). Students can earn credits towards graduation by passing these courses but the grades will not count in their GPAs. It is best to check with an advisor to make sure that Pass/Fail grades will transfer to another college or university.

PeriodTime spent in class and/or lab each week. One period is equivalent to 50 minutes per week for a one-credit course that meets during a 16-week semester.

Placement TestSee assessment.

PrerequisiteSpecified conditions, requirements, or classes that must be completed before enrolling in a class. For example, ENG102 has a prerequisite of ENG101.

ProbationA warning that a student is not in good academic standing. May be accompanied by restricted credit hour enrollment.

RecessHolidays and the periods of time between academic semesters when classes are not in session.

Glossary of TermsRegistrationActual enrollment of a student into specific courses after the student has been admitted to the college and has received academic advisement.

Required CourseA course that a student must complete to meet certain goals or to complete a certain curriculum.

Requisites (Pre/Corequisites)Prerequisites define requirements which must be completed prior to enrollment in a course. Corequisites define requirements that must be met concurrently with a course.

Schedule of ClassesA college publication that lists all courses offered during a semester, including: dates and times of class meetings, names of instructors, buildings and rooms, credit hours, and other important registration information.

Scholastic SuspensionTh inability to enroll in the college for one semester. For not maintaining the minimum required GPA for two consecutive semesters.

Section NumberA four-digit code used to identify each class section of each course offered. Each class has a different section number. Section numbers are listed in the Schedule of Classes.

SemesterTraditionally half an academic year, 16 weeks in length. Fall semester begins in August and spring semester begins in January.

Service LearningCombines community service with classroom instruction, focuses on critical thinking, value clarification and social responsibility. The key components of Service Learning are linkage to course competencies or objectives, a relevant experience and a meaningful contribution to the community.

Service StrategyA distinctive formula for delivering service and providing a clearly states customer benefit that is valuable to the customer and established an effective competitive position.

Subject CodesSee Course Prefix and Course Number.

SyllabusOne or more pages of course requirements that instructors give to students on the first day of class. The syllabus may include detailed information about a course, such as an instructor’s grading system, attendance policies, and testing and assignment dates.

TranscriptAn official record of a student’s college coursework that is maintained by the college registrar. Courses taken, grades, GPA, and graduation information are included on a transcript.

Transfer CreditCourse credit that is accepted from or by another college or university to meet requirements in a major or as general education.

Trial ScheduleA form in which students list their course selections to determine the combination of courses and class times that work best during a particular term.

Tuition and FeesThe cost per semester credit unit that students must pay for their college courses. Tuition and fees are determined by the Maricopa County Community College Governing Board.

WithdrawalOfficially dropping any or all courses during a semester. Students withdrawing from one or more courses must notify the Admissions and Records Office in writing and request that they be officially withdrawn. Refunds are based on the refund schedule set forth in the catalog. After a specified date, students must have instructor approval before withdrawing from a course.

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EMCC Campus Map

3000 North Dysart RoadAvondale, Arizona 85392 NORTHWEST PUBLIC

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Directions to EMCC from PhoenixTravel west on I-10 to Dysart Road (Exit #129). Travel north on Dysart Road one mile to Thomas Road. The college is located on the northwest corner of Dysart and Thomas. Park in one of the many student lots.

Directions to Buckeye Educational Center from Phoenix

Travel west on I-10 to Verrado Way/Airport Road (Exit #120). Travel south onto Airport Road. Continue south for approximately six miles. Turn right onto Maricopa 85 and continue west for approximately four miles. Turn right on E. Eason Avenue. Buckeye Educational Center will be on the right.

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IndexAcademic Advising Policy ......................................242Advisement Services .....................................................5Academic Probation .................................................259Academic Calendar ........................................................4Academic Certificates ................................................ 51Academic Degrees ...................................................... 15Academic Success Center ......................................... 10Accounting ............................................................. 61, 62Accreditation ....................................................................2Achieving College Education (ACE) .........................7Administration of Justice ................................... 63, 64Advanced Interdisciplinary Storytelling ............. 52Administration............................................................326 Admissions/Registration/Enrollment ......................5Admission Classifications .......................................222Affirmative Action Statements .............................217Allied Health and Nursing Programs ..................134Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) 17Articulation Agreements ........................................241Assessment of Student Abilities............................. 15Associate in Applied Science (AAS) ...................... 48Associate in Arts (AA) ................................................. 22Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA) - Dance ........ 31Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA) - Art . ............. 28Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA) - Theatre ...... 35Associate in Business (ABUS-GR) ........................... 38Associate in Business (ABUS-SR) ............................ 40Associate in General Studies (AGS) ....................... 43Associate in Arts, Elementary Ed (AAEE) ............. 25Associate in Science (AS) .......................................... 45Athletics .............................................................................8Attendance Policy .....................................................256Baking and Pastry ........................................................ 65Banking and Finance .................................................. 66 Bookstore ....................................................................... 10Building Names ..........................................................335Campus Map ...............................................................335Career & Transfer Center ..............................................6Cashiers ..............................................................................6Catalog Under Which a Student Graduates ....... 58Chicano and Chicana Studies ............................. ....53Cisco Networking .......................................... 97, 98, 99Clubs ...................................................................................8College Environment ...............................................267College Level Equivalency Examinations .........233Community Education .............................................. 12Computer Commons ................................................. 11Computer Applications Technology .............. 68, 69Computer Hardware & Desktop Support ........... 70Copyright Act Compliance .....................................287Course Descriptions .................................................136Course Placement .....................................................243Counseling Services ......................................................6Creative Writing ........................................................... 53Credit by Evaluation .................................................246Credit for Prior Learning..........................................232Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act ....286Criteria for Determining Residency ....................226Culinary Studies ...................................... 65, 67, 71, 72Customer Service Management ............................ 72Emergency Response and Operations ................ 75Deans and Directors .................................................326Desktop Publishing .................................................... 73Developmental Education ....................................... 14Disability Resources & Services .................................6Disciplinary Standards .............................................308Distance Education ..................................................... 13Division Chairpersons ..............................................327Driver Operator ............................................................ 73EMCC Faculty ..............................................................328

EMCC Emeritus Faculty ............................................332EMCC General Education Statement .................... 15EMCC Mission, Purposes, Vision, Core Values .......3Emergency Response & Operations ..................... 75Emissions Control Compliance .............................283Engineering Technology ........................................... 77Evidence Technology ................................................. 78Externships .................................................................... 13Financial Aid Services ......................................... 6, 248Fire Investigation ......................................................... 79Fire Officer Leadership ............................................... 79Fire Science .................................................................... 80Firefighter Operations ............................................... 80Fitness & Wellness ....................................................... 12Food Services ............................................................... 10General Education Degrees & Certificates ......... 15General Guidelines Concerning AIDS ................299Gifted Education .......................................................... 81Glossary of College Terms ......................................333Grading .........................................................................257Graduation Requirements ............................ 56, 2263Handbook Information ...........................................319Hazing Prevention Regulation ..............................293High School Dual Enrollment ....................................7Honors Program ..................................................11, 263Hoop of Learning ...........................................................7Important Deadlines for Students ......................258Industrial Electronics ................................................114Interdisciplinary Storytelling ................................... 54Information Technology: Web and Graphic Design....................................................................... 82, 83Instructional Grievance Process ...........................259Interior Merchandising .............................................. 83Internships ..................................................................... 13Internship Search ...........................................................6IT and Power Systems Security ............................... 84IT Security Associate ................................................... 85Library.............................................................................. 11Linux Associate............................................................. 86Linux Networking Administration .................. 87, 89Linux Professional ....................................................... 91Map .................................................................................335Maricopa-ASU Pathways Program (MAPP) ......... 11Medical Assistant .......................................................115Medical Billing and Coding ....................................117MCCCD Colleges .............................................................4MCCCD General Education Statement ..............264MCCCD Governing Board /Administration ......326MCCCD Occupational Programs ..........................121MCCCD Policies and Procedures ..........................217MCCCD Vision, Mission, Values .............................220Mobile Apps Programming ..................................... 96Microsoft Desktop Support ..................................... 92Microsoft Networking Technology ....................... 93Microsoft Server Administration ............................ 95Microsoft Technical Specialist ................................. 95Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP) Administrator ...................... 92My.maricopa.edu ............................................................6Networking Administration: CISCO ...................... 97Networking Technology: CISCO ....................98, 100New Student Orientation (NSO) ...................... 6, 242Nurse Assisting ...........................................................101Nursing ..........................................................................102Organizational Management ................................103Organizational Leadership .....................................103Outstanding Debts ...................................................246Parking ............................................................................ 10Phi Theta Kappa ........................................................... 13Phlebotomy Technician.............................................120

Practical Nursing ........................................................104Priority Advisement Workshop (PAW) .....................5Programming ..............................................................106Programming and System Analysis .......... 105, 106Program Disclosures ................................................... 59Programs ........................................................................ 59Psi Beta ............................................................................ 12Public Expression, Guidelines ...............................216Public Safety .................................................................. 10Registration .................................................................243Retail Management ..................................................107Residency Guidelines ...............................................225Refund Policy ..............................................................247Schedule Changes ....................................................256Scholarship Services ......................................................7Scholastic Standards ................................................255Service Learning Instruction ................................... 12Servicemen’s Opportunity College .....................242Sexual Harassment Policy.......................................267Shared Unique Number (SUN) ..............................137Small Business Management ............................. ..107Smoke-Free Environment.......................................300SouthWest Skill Center Programs ........................112Spanish Medical Interpreter ..................................119Speech Language Pathology Assistant ... 108, 109Student Course Placement Process ....................242Student Financial Assistance .................................248Student Handbook ...................................................294Student Life .....................................................................7Student Insurance/Accident and Health ...............7Student Rights and Responsibilities ...................249Summer Programs .........................................................7Sustainability and Ecological Literacy ................. 55Tobacco-Free Environment ....................................300Teacher Assisting .......................................................110Testing Services ..................................................... 5, 242Training and Career Programs ................................ 59Transcripts for Transfer ............................................267Tuition and Fees .........................................................244Tutoring .......................................................................... 10Undergraduate Research .......................................... 12University Transfer and Pathways Chart.. ............ 16Veterans Services ............................................................7Web Design .................................................................111Web Developer...........................................................111Withdrawal Procedures ...........................................261

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