Summer 2009 Important Dates

Part of Term

Begin/

End Dates

Last Day to Enroll

Drop Date for Enroll Fee Refund

Last Day to Petition for
P/NP

Last Day to Drop
w/ W

Drop Date for
100% Nonresident Tuition Refund

Drop Date for 80% Nonresident Tuition Refund

8 Week Mon-Thur

6/1 - 7/23

6/3

6/3

6/8

7/9

6/3

6/8

8 Week Online

6/1 - 7/23

6/4

6/4

6/8

7/9

6/4

6/9

6/15 - 7/23

6/16

6/16

6/18

7/14

All other classes have different drop dates, refund dates, etc. Check with Admissions for specific dates.

Add/ Drop Dates for Fall 2009 Enrollment Sessions

Part of Term

Begin / End Dates

Last Day to Enroll

Drop Date for Enrolled Fee Refund

Last day to Petition For P/NP

Last Day to Drop w/W

Drop Date for 100 Percent Nonresident Tuition Refund

Drop Date for 80 percent Nonresident Tuition Refund

Full Term 18 Weeks

8/17- 12/18

8/27

9/3

11/17

9/8

Online Session I (1^st 9 Weeks)

8/17- 10/16

8/20

8/20

8/25

10/1

8/20

8/26

Online Session II

9/8- 11/16

9/11

9/11

9/16

10/22

9/11

9/17

Online Session III

9/28- 11/25

10/1

10/1

10/6

11/10

10/1

10/6

Online Session IV
(2^nd 9 Weeks)

10/19-

12-18

10/22

10/22

10/27

12/4

10/22

10/27

All Others

Varies

10%

10%

16%

75%

10%

17%

Dates in boldface indicate campus closures

Aug 14

In-Service

Fall classes begin

Sept 07

Labor Day

Nov 11

Veteran’s Day

Nov 20

Graduation Petition Deadline for Fall

Thanksgiving Holidays

Dec 12 –18

Final Exams

Winter Break

Jan 11

Spring classes begin

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Feb 12

Lincoln’s Day

Washington’s Day

Mar 12

Graduation Petition Deadline for Spring

Apr 5-11

Spring Break

May 15-21

Final Exams

Graduation

Memorial Day

ADMISSIONS  PROCESS

New Students

Never Been to Any
College Before

Step 1: Admissions

Step 2: Financial Aid

Step 3: Proceed to Registration

Enrolled Before at BCC,
But Not Last Semester

Step 1: Submit an updated Application for Enrollment

Step 2: Financial Aid

Step 3: Proceed to Registration

Previously Attended Another College

Step 1: Admissions

Step 3: Proceed to Registration

Enrolled Last Semester at BCC

Step 1: Financial Aid (if applicable)

Step 2:  Proceed to Registration

APPLICATION FOR ENROLLMENT

1. Go to http://www.barstow.edu/
2. Click on Step 1 - Admission Application
3. Go to New User
4. Start Application

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

New student orientations are offered to all incoming students, and are required as part of the matriculation process. Orientation introduces students to the college experience. Whether you plan to complete a certificate, a degree, transfer, or take courses for self-improvement, orientation is designed to provide informative and practical advice.

Please go to www.barstow.edu and click on Step 2, Online Orientation.

ACADEMIC PLACEMENT

Location: Learning Resource Center, Computer Commons
Walk-in only; Photo I.D. required

Testing starts promptly and lasts approximately 2 hours
(760)252-2411, ext. 7288

*Closed Fridays & Saturdays June 01, 2009 to July 31, 2009

Saturday*

9:00am – 11:45am

COUNSELING

FINANCIAL AID

A number of financial aid programs are available for Barstow Community College students, including enrollment fee waivers and grants. Almost half of all BCC students qualify for some form of aid.

Apply by completing the current Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov using school code 001119.

REGISTRATION

Web Registration

Web registration will also be available during walk-in registration.

See below for registration begin dates.
Web registration is available 24 hours Monday-Sunday.

Step 1

• Log onto http://www.barstow.edu
• Select Register
• Enter your ID (Social Security Number) and Personal Identification Number (PIN).
• Remember, your initial PIN is your birthdate. You will be prompted to change your PIN. Select a secure PIN that you will remember. If you are unable to remember your PIN, contact Admissions and Records by phone at (760) 252-2411 ext 7236 or by email at admit@barstow.edu.

Step 2

• Select Registration to enroll for classes. Write down the Course Reference Number (CRN) before you attempt to enroll. It is a five-digit number specific to a particular class.

New and Returning Students

Step 1

• Log onto http://www.barstow.edu
• Select Admissions Application
• Allow approximately ten minutes for your application to process.

Step 2

• Log onto http://www.barstow.edu
• Select Register
• Enter your ID (Social Security Number) and PIN (birthdate). You will be prompted to change your PIN. Select a secure PIN that you will remember. If you are unable to remember your PIN, contact Admissions and Records by phone at (760) 252-2411 ext 7236 or by email at admit@barstow.edu.

Step 3

• Select Registration to enroll for classes. Write down the Course Reference Number (CRN) before you attempt to enroll. It is a five-digit number specific to a particular class.

Walk-In Registration

Walk-In registration is available for all students based on individual priority grouping.
Please refer to the dates below.

Walk-in registration hours are
Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

*Closed on Fridays June 01, 2009 to July 31, 2009
 

EOPS, OSS, Veteran Students

5/11/09

Athletes, Continuing Students (enrolled last semester at BCC), Returning Students (enrolled before at BCC but not last semester), Military Members, Military Dependents

5/18/09

Open Registration for All Students - New Students, Transfer Students, Concurrently Enrolled Students

5/25/09

ADDING AND DROPPING COURSES

To add or drop courses you must complete and submit an Add/Drop Form to Admissions and Records or go online to http://www.barstow.edu. Requests to add or drop classes must be received by Admissions and Records during working hours on or before the deadline. A student who is not officially registered or auditing cannot attend classes.

If a student must drop a class(es), it is the student’s responsibility to submit an Add/Drop Form to Admissions and Records to officially withdraw from the class. Do not rely on an instructor to drop you.

_{Registering / Adding a Course}

Dropping a Course / Withdrawal from College

FEES

Spring 2009 fees are due and payable no later than 5:00 p.m. on January 23, 2009.  If payment in full is not received by the deadline a hold will be placed on your account. Any registration fees incurred after the deadline are due at the time of registration. Failure to attend a class once enrolled does not absolve students from payment of fees. Students will be held accountable for all fees incurred unless classes are dropped by the specified deadlines and a Petition for Refund Form is submitted by the specified deadline.

REFUNDS

Deadline to apply for a refund is the last day of the semester

• Petition for Refund Forms can be picked up in Admissions and Records. It may take 4-6 weeks for you to receive your refund check. Credit card adjustments and cash refunds are not available.
   
• CANCELLED CLASSES: Your refund will be automatically sent to you.
   
• REFUNDS FOR BOGW-ELIGIBLE STUDENTS: If you paid for your classes and later qualify for a fee waiver, you must apply for a refund by the deadline.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Auditing

Students wanting to audit a course are required to wait until after the second class meeting to sign up for auditing on a space-available basis upon permission from the instructor. This is to ensure that students desiring to take courses for credit toward degree or certificate completion are given the opportunity to do so. The cost is $15 per unit per semester. Students enrolling in ten or more units and auditing 3 or fewer units will not be required to pay the $15 per unit fee. Audit fees are non-refundable.

Cancelled Classes

Students will be notified by phone if a class is cancelled before the first day of class. If a class must be cancelled after classes begin, the instructor will inform the students and signs will be posted on the classroom door. Keep your address and phone number current. Refunds will be processed automatically.

Change in Address

Admissions and Records should be notified of any change in address, phone number, name, or social security number. Address and phone number changes may also be made by logging into your student account online at www.barstow.edu, Step 2.

Class Conflicts

Students may not enroll in two or more sections of the same course during the same term unless the sections do not have overlapping dates. Students may not enroll in classes where the meeting time or the start and end times of the courses are the same. Students may petition to the Scholastic Standards Committee through Admissions and Records to enroll in courses with overlapping times, not to exceed ten minutes, if failure to enroll would prevent the student from completing the program of study in a timely manner. Students may not petition for overlapping enrollment for mere scheduling convenience.

College Catalog

All students may receive a catalog at no cost. Catalogs are available from Admissions and Records and the Instruction Office.

Delinquent Debts / Holds

Check with the Business Office, Library, EOPS, Athletic Department, or other office to find out if there is a hold on your registration. Holds must be removed before you can complete the registration process.

Fee Refunds

To be eligible for a fee refund, the student must drop the class within 10% of the class and submit a Petition for Refund to Admissions and Records before the petition deadline. Refunds are not automatic unless the class is cancelled.

Grades and Transcripts

Students may obtain grades and unofficial transcripts via the internet by logging on to http://www.barstow.edu. Students may also see a counselor for an unofficial transcript.

Pass/No Pass Grades

If a class is offered with a Pass/No Pass (P/NP) option, you may elect to take the class on that basis. Pass (P) is equivalent to passing a class with a “C” or better. Grades of P/NP will not be computed in the student’s grade point average. Electing this P/NP option is irreversible. Petitions for P/NP grading are available from Admissions and Records and must be returned by the deadline shown on page 1. Inquire in Admissions and Records for deadlines for other short-term classes.

Repeating Courses

Any course in which a student receives a “W,” “D,” “F,” “FW,” or “NP” may be repeated twice. Upon repetition, if a higher grade is earned, only the higher grade shall be used in computing the grade point average, although the original entry will always remain on the student’s permanent record ensuring a true and complete academic history. Course repetition for legally mandated training may be allowed. In addition, some courses allow for repetition. Please see the College Catalog for more information.

Self-Service for Students through the Web

Not only can you add and drop classes via the Internet, you can also access a number of student services. This includes viewing your academic transcript, class schedule for the term, and your student account. Please visit www.barstow.edu.

Study Loads

Fall and Spring: Students may enroll in 18 units or fewer without approval. Students desiring to enroll in 18.5 - 21 units must have a 3.0 GPA and obtain written approval from a counselor. Written approval from the Vice President of Student Affairs is required to enroll in more than 21 units.

Summer: Students may enroll in 9 units or fewer without approval. Written approval from the Vice President of Student Affairs is required to enroll in more than 9 units.

Wait List

When a class is closed, you may place your name on a waitlist. Placement on a waitlist does NOT guarantee acceptance into a closed class. If space becomes available students will be automatically moved from the waitlist to the class roster in the order they were added to the waitlist. It is the student’s responsibility to verify enrollment. If you no longer wish to enroll in the course, you should remove your name from the wiatlist. All waitlists will be purged the last day to register. If you were not added to the class roster before this is done you should contact the instructor by attending the first scheduled class meeting or by email for online classes. After securing the instructor’s permission to add the course (either by signature on the program card or by email) the student must officially enroll in the course through Admissions and Records. Enrollment must be completed prior to the registration deadline.

RESIDENCY

Residency Statement

By State law, Barstow Community College is required to obtain from its students evidence of physical presence in California for one year and their intent to make California their home state for other than a temporary period. For this reason, the student must furnish all information required on the Admissions Application. Residency documentation may be requested.

For more information on establishing or proving residency, see the brochure on "Establishing California Residency," which is available from Admissions and Records or call (760) 252-2411 ext 7236.

Good Neighbor Policy

The "Good Neighbor" agreement is between Barstow Community College and the University and Community College System of Nevada. Up to 100 full-time equivalent students (FTES) will be exempt from the mandatory fee requirement in any one fiscal year. The agreement authorizes the attendance of students exempted from the mandatory fee requirement and requires a fee of $42 per unit for such students.

Applications, available in Admissions and Records, should be completed and returned with all other admissions and registration materials.

Non-Citizens of the United States

A non-citizen is defined as (1) a citizen or permanent resident of the United States but a resident of California for less than one year on the day before classes begin or (2) a person who is neither a citizen nor permanent resident of the United States.

Persons who are not citizens or permanent residents of the United States who wish to enroll at Barstow Community College should contact Admissions and Records for further information.

Eligible students who meet certain requirements under AB 540, may be exempt from paying nonresident tuition. See the College Catalog for more information.

Admision e Inscripcion

Barstow Community College recibe a los estudiantes que son graduados de las escuelas secundarias y también a los que se han aprobado el examen del California State Proficiency y son certifacados por el estado de California. Se les permite admisión también a otros candidatos de 18 a os o más, quienes pueden aprovechar de la instrucción quese les ofrezca. Cualquier persona quien ha servido en las fuerzas armadas de los Estados Unidos es elegible para admisón a Barstow Community College.

Students Under 19 Years of Age

You must complete the section of the Residency Questionnaire and Admissions Application that applies to you. If the parent(s) with whom you live has a last name which is different than yours, state the relationship. If you have a guardian, he or she must be court appointed.

Students Under 18 Years of Age

Residency of a student under 18 years of age is assumed to be that of his/her parent(s) or legal guardian. The burden of proof of residency lies with the student. If you are not 18 years of age, you must submit proof of high school graduation or the U.S. equivalent when applying for admission. Students in high school must complete and submit a Concurrent Enrollment Petition for Special Part-time Students form signed by a parent or guardian, the school principal (or designee), and a Barstow Community College Counselor. This form authorizes enrollment and must state the specific class(es) in which the student plans to enroll. Students are not allowed to enroll in any class that is not listed on the permission slip.

Active Military or Dependents

Military personnel and family members who list California as their home of record are considered residents regardless of duty station. Military personnel and family members not listing California as home of record who are stationed in California for other than educational purposes will be granted residency. Residency remains in effect as long as they reside in California. Military personnel who are stationed in California but are sent away temporarily, such as for school or Iraq, do not lose residency status nor do the family members. If a military member is transferred out of state but his/her dependents remain in California then the dependents retain residency for the duration of their enrollment or as long as they remain living in California. If a military member is transferred to a duty station outside of California during a semester, residency remains intact for the duration of that semester. However, the student’s residency status will be changed to non-resident for the following semester.

Change in Residency Status

Students who have been out-of-state residents must submit a new residency statement in order to change their status. Residency documents should be submitted to Admissions and Records the semester prior to change of status. Out-of-state residency will not be changed automatically. State law requires consideration of financial independence for students seeking reclassification. Residency cannot be changed for a semester that has already begun unless the student has not yet enrolled.

Residency Classification Appeal

Any student, following a final decision on residency classification by Admissions and Records, may make written appeal to the Vice President of Student Affairs within 30 days of notification of the final residency decision.

BARSTOW COMMUNITY COLLEGE SERVICES

Associated Student Body (ASB)

One of the important opportunities of college life is participation in extracurricular activities such as student clubs and campus programs. The Student Senate is an elected governing council of students who coordinate student activities, transact student business, and represent student views to the administration and Board on various issues. For more information, call (760) 252-2411 ext 7258.

Counseling

Barstow Community College offers comprehensive counseling services to assist students in meeting educational, vocational, and personal goals. Every student should meet with a counselor early to plan a course of study. Each new, matriculated student must see a counselor in order to register and enroll. Barstow Community College counselors offer extensive academic advisement, including educational plans, transfer advisement, degree and certificate evaluation, assessment score interpretation, interpretation of institutional academic policies, academic and progress probation, counseling, and career counseling. Counseling is available on a walk-in or appointment basis. Call (760) 252-2411 ext 7236 for an appointment. Call (760) 252-2411 ext 7351 or email bcounselor@barstow.edu for general counseling questions. Call (760)252-2411, ext. 7617 or email icounselor@barstow.edu for Ft. Irwin counseling questions.

Financial Aid

Students who need financial assistance should contact the Financial Aid Office at (760) 252-2411 ext 7205 well in advance of enrollment so that funds will be available when they are needed. Applications are available for federal and state grants.

Any student desiring federal financial aid benefits must have a high school diploma, certificate of high school proficiency, a GED, or must pass a federally-approved ability to benefit exam.

Students receiving financial aid from Barstow Community College must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress as stipulated in the Financial Aid Handbook.

Library

You are invited to visit the college Library. Become acquainted with a collection of more than 45,000 books and videos, 158 magazines and journal subscriptions, online catalogs, and databases. Ask a staff member for a library tour, browse subject bibliographies, and check out monthly displays. For more information, call (760) 252-2411 ext 7270 or see the Library’s web page at http://www.barstow.edu/LRC/default.asp.

Lost and Found

Found property should be turned over to the Maintenance Technician in the Warehouse or left in the mailroom in the Administration Building. Inquiries for lost property can be made to (760) 252-2411 ext 7259. Owners must appear in person to identify and claim lost items. Unclaimed property will be disposed of after 30 days.

Serviceman’s Opportunity College (SOC)

Barstow Community College recognizes that individuals in the armed forces and their dependents have unique educational needs. The College commits its resources to meeting those needs. Equivalency credit may be granted for up to 30 units for military MOS and basic training. Credit may also be awarded for CLEP, DANTES, and other nationally approved testing programs. Wherever possible, the schedule of classes are built around the military sites training and operational mission. Call

(760) 252-2411 ext 7351 on campus or the Ft. Irwin center at ext. 6701 for more information.

Special Programs and Services (SPS)

• CalWORKs/Workforce Development Center:

CalWORKs/WDC assists eligible students with support services such as child care, career development, and employment placement. The program is designed to serve individuals attending classes in approved programs AND receiving Temporary Aid to Needy Families. For more information, contact (760) 252-2411 ext 7209.

• Office of Student Support (OSS)

Students who have a physical, learning, or communication disability may benefit from services offered by OSS. Barstow Community College offers assistance, special classes, and accommodation services for both day and evening students. Some facilities have been modified to assist students toward educational goals. For further information, visit the OSS or call (760) 252-2411 ext 7225 or TTY (760) 252-6759.

• Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS)

EOPS is a state-funded program that provides special services and assistance to educationally and economically disadvantaged students. Services include textbooks, child care assistance, transportation assistance, a summer readiness program, priority registration, counseling, peer advising, financial assistance, and other supportive services.

• Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE)

CARE provides special services over and above those provided by EOPS for students who are currently receiving public assistance, are single heads of household, have a child under fourteen years of age, and are accepted into the EOPS Program.

EOPS/CARE students must enroll in 12 units, be a California resident for one year or more or active duty military and provide assessment scores. Contact the EOPS Office for eligibility criteria and an application at (760) 252-2411 ext 7255 or 7201.

Transfer and Career Planning Center

The Transfer and Career Planning Center (TCPC) offers interviews with college representatives, tours of local colleges and universities, admission application forms for CSU and UC, an online college catalog service, videos and career-planning software that allows career and college research and planning. Call (760) 252-2411 ext 7321 for more information.

Tutorial Services Program

The purpose of the Tutorial Services Program is to provide timely assistance to students according to their expressed academic needs and to promote success. This service takes place within an environment conducive to learning. To accomplish this goal, the Tutorial Services Program provides a fivefold approach:

• Walk-in tutoring center
• One-on-one tutoring
• Group study
• Study hall
• Online tutoring

To take advantage of these services, a student must be registered in one or more classes at Barstow Community College and enrolled in Education 150. The service is free. To become a tutor, a student must have completed the course to be tutored with a "B" or higher, be referred by the instructor, maintain an overall 2.5 GPA and complete the required eight-module training program. For more information, visit the Tutorial Center located in the Library or call (760) 252-2411 ext 7261.

Viking Shop Bookstore

The Viking Shop is the campus and community resource for textbooks, supplies and other materials. In addition to required class items, the Viking Shop has a variety of additional study aids available. The campus store offers a selection of college logo items, including clothing and gift items. An array of snack items can also be purchased at the bookstore. If you have questions about textbooks you may contact the Viking Shop via email at vshop@barstow.edu or by phone at (760) 252-6722. Textbook information is also available at the Ft. Irwin center. Students may also shop for books online 24 hours a day, seven days per week at the online site

http://www.vikingshop.bkstr.com. Up-to-date information about promotions and events can be obtained from their MySpace page at www.myspace.com/vikingshop. In addition to the basic services, the bookstore offers special orders for books and software. A public fax service is also available.

Viking Shop Store Hours for Fall and Spring

Monday thru Thursday 8:30am-7:00pm and Fridays 8:30am-4:00pm (closed Fridays during summer session). The Viking Shop observes all campus holidays and closures.

Returns

Textbooks may be returned on full-term classes up to three weeks after the class start date. Textbooks purchased for short-term courses may be returned up to one week after the start of classes. Some restrictions may apply. Please contact the Viking Shop for more information.

Book Buyback Dates

Textbook buy back is available at the beginning, middle, and end of fall and spring semesters. Buy back is an opportunity to receive money back for books used during the term. The buy back is conducted by an independent book buyer. There is no guarantee by the bookstore that a book will be bought back at the end of the term. However, when a book is eligible to be bought back it may be worth up to 50% of the initial purchase price. A list of proposed dates for the academic year is typically available by August 1.

Off Campus Bookstore Services

Books may be purchased for online and Ft. Irwin students by contacting the Viking Shop staff at the Barstow campus by phone or fax. A fax order form is available. Students may also shop for books online 24 hours a day, seven days per week at the online site http://www.vikingshop.bkstr.com. Ft. Irwin students may purchase books from the staff at Ft. Irwin. Please contact the Barstow Community College Ft. Irwin staff at (760)252-2411, ext. 6701 for more information.

Vocational and Technical Education (VTEA)

The VTEA program assists eligible vocational students majoring in any of the following areas: accounting, business, computer science, and management. Eligible students must be BOGW eligible and enrolled in a qualified vocational class. VTEA provides book loans, transporation assistance, child care assistance, and academic/vocational counseling. For more information, call (760) 252-2411 ext 7230.

Veterans Services

Veterans or their dependents may receive educational benefits for attending BCC. Contact (760) 252-2411 ext 7351 or email bcounselor@barstow.edu for more information. Veterans’ dependents may also be eligible for fee waivers. Contact Financial Aid for more information.

MATRICULATION:
Student Rights & Responsibilities

What is Matriculation?

Matriculation is the process that brings Barstow Community College and students who enroll for credit into a partnership for the purpose of realizing students’ educational objectives through Barstow Community College’s established programs, policies, and requirements.

The Barstow Community College Student Agrees To

• Submit an admissions application and all registration forms.
• Participate in a college orientation. This consists of a general orientation given to all entering students.
• Complete the academic placement test. This is not a pass/fail instrument but a means to place you in appropriate courses.
• See a counselor for guidance and course selection.
• Declare and work toward a major and a goal.
• Provide an official copy of high school transcript(s) no later than the end of the first term of enrollment for students who attended within the last three years.
• Diligently attend class, complete assigned course work, complete courses, and maintain progress toward an educational goal.

Barstow Community College Agrees To:

• Gather information to facilitate student success and compile information in order to evaluate college programs. This may include, but is not limited to, information regarding the student’s study skills, English language proficiency, computational skills, learning skills and aptitudes, educational goals, career aspirations, academic performance and need for special services.
   
• Obtain and report student information to assist the student, the college, and the state of California in fulfilling the purpose, goals, and accountability expectations of student enrollment.
   
• Process and file each student’s Admissions Application.
   
• Counsel students on course placement.
   
• Conduct post-enrollment evaluation of each student’s progress.
   
• Advise or counsel students enrolled in pre-collegiate basic skills courses, those who have not declared an educational goal, and those who are on academic and/or progress probation.
   
• Refer students to specialized support services including financial aid, tutorial services, campus employment placement services, Extended Opportunity Program and Services (EOPS), Office of Student Support (OSS), child care services, and the English as a Second Language program.
   
• Provide orientation class(es) to guide students inestablishing educational and career goals. Conduct workshops in time management, effective study skills, and utilization of campus resources.

Who is Exempt From the Academic Placement Process?

• Those who have been previously assessed for academic placement and have written verification of scores from other California Community Colleges.
   
• Students who have already completed an AA/AS or higher degree.
   
• Students taking non-credit classes.
   
• Students who have successfully completed degree level English or math classes at another college or university. A copy of the student’s transcript must be provided.
   
• Students who are not otherwise being matriculated, except those who plan to register for English or math at Barstow Community College.

Who Approves Exemptions to the Matriculation Process or Waivers for Academic Placement?

To receive an exemption from any matriculation requirement, you must see a counselor for a written waiver.

What Should You Do if You Feel You Are a Victim of Discrimination or Want to File a Complaint Against a Matriculation Component?

See the Matriculation Coordinator or refer to the Student Grievance Policy.

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

Definition:

A prerequisite is a condition of enrollment that a student is required to meet in order to demonstrate readiness for enrollment into a course or program. A co-requisite is a course that must be taken concurrently with another course. Prerequisites may include courses as well as placement test scores for mathematics, English, and reading. Prerequisites and co-requisites are set forth in the schedule of classes and college catalog. Students who have not satisfactorily completed a course prerequisite through academic placement testing or with a minimum grade of "C" will be denied admission to the course.

Procedure:

Students who have completed the prerequisite course at another institution may request an evaluation of the prerequisite course(s) by providing a transcript to Admissions and Records for evaluation by a counselor.

Students should initiate this evaluation process at least three weeks prior to the start of the semester in which they plan to register.

Pre/Corequisite Challenge:

Students may challenge a pre/corequisite on the basis of any of the following:

• Pre/corequisite approval did not follow district policy;
   
• The pre/corequisite is not necessary for success in the course;
   
• The pre/corequisite is discriminatory;
   
• The pre/corequisite has not been made readily available;
   
• The student has the knowledge and/or skills to be successful in the course;

A prerequisite or co-requisite may be challenged through the following procedures:

1. Completion of applicable academic placement testing must occur prior to the challenge process.
    
2. Meet with a counselor to discuss the challenge process and obtain a challenge form if appropriate.
    
3. Student submits challenge form to the counselor with appropriate supporting documentation at least five business days prior to the start of class.
    
4. The Counselor will submit the form to the Vice President of Academic Affairs who will process the form in consultation with the appropriate faculty. Upon completion of processing, the form will be returned to the Manager of Admissions and Records.
    
5. The Challenge must be acted upon no later than five working days after the student submits the challenge form to the counselor. If the review process takes longer, the student must be allowed to enroll in the course.
    
6. If the challenge is approved, the student is allowed to enroll in the course. If denied, the student, if already enrolled, will be administratively withdrawn from the class.

The student may appeal the decision following the normal grievance process set forth in AP 5530.

COLLEGE POLICIES

Open Class Policy

It is College policy that, unless specifically exempted by statue, every course shall be fully open to enrollment and participation by anyone who has been admitted to the college and who meets such prerequisites and corequisites as may be established pursuant to Title 5 of the California Administrative Code.

Academic Accommodation

Students with verified disabilities who may require academic adjustments or auxiliary aids are strongly recommended to contact the Office of Student Support (OSS) early to ensure timely provision of services. Students are encouraged to identify themselves to the appropriate instructors to discuss the details and timelines necessary to provide appropriate accommodations. Students enrolled in online courses are encouraged to contact OSS to request academic accommodation. Complaints regarding academic accommodations may be directed to the College’s 504 Officer at (760) 252-2411 ext 7383.Academic Honesty

Academic honesty is expected from all students at Barstow Community College. Dishonesty in the classroom or the laboratory, cheating, plagiarism, or knowingly furnishing false information to the College are all grounds for discipline.

Attendance

Instructors have the authority to establish attendance standards in classes, and it is the student’s responsibility to meet these requirements. It is also the student’s responsibility to drop a class that he/she no longer plans to attend. Failure to officially withdraw from a class may result in a failing grade. Failure to attend a class once enrolled does not absolve students from payment of fees. Students will be held accountable for all fees incurred unless classes are dropped by the specified refund deadline.

Attendance at First Class Meeting

Students who do not attend the first class meeting may be dropped as a "no show." Students should not, however, assume they will be dropped. It is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw from a course through the Admissions and Records Office. If the instructor drops the student from the class, the student must request a refund of fees by the deadline during the first two weeks of instruction for full-term courses. Refund and drop deadlines for short-term courses are available from Admissions and Records.

If a student is unable to attend the first class meeting, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor before that class meeting and request that the seat be held. The instructor is under no obligation to honor this request.

Campus Security Act

The Campus Security Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-542) requires that all colleges and universities receiving Title IV student aid assistance prepare and distribute an annual report setting forth its policies on crime prevention issues and giving statistics on the number of specific crimes which occur on campus. The report must include the number of arrests on campus for liquor law violation, drug abuse violations, and weapon possessions. In addition, the act requires colleges and universities to provide timely warnings to the campus community of certain crimes reported to campus security by local law enforcement which may be considered a threat to other students and employees. This information will be disseminated to students, faculty, and staff on an annual basis and made available in the Library and Student Services Office after September 1 of each year.

Although the College provides security and takes every reasonable preventive measure, it is important that students also take reasonable preventive steps to prevent or avoid criminal behavior. The majority of crimes on the campus are crimes of opportunity. This includes theft of private property such as bicycles, backpacks, books, and theft from vehicles. Awareness by members of the campus community is a major factor in reducing these types of crimes. Your willingness to secure your property and report suspicious activities to a staff member immediately will assist in this endeavor. There is an Incident Form available at Admissions and Records that will assist us in keeping our campus environment safe. Report verbally and in writing any incidents that you observe.

The following contains only information regarding crimes reported to the Barstow Police Department for 2004, 2005, and 2006 in compiling and publishing these statistics, the intent is to educate, inform, and raise awareness levels to keep students, staff, and visitors vigilant at all times.

Children in Classrooms

Children are not permitted in classrooms while class is in session. Attendance in class is limited to officially enrolled students and authorized visitors and guests only. Students shall not allow children to be left unattended or unsupervised anywhere on campus. It is the responsibility of each faculty member to inform students of this requirement.

Computer Use

Employees and students who use District computers and networks and the information they contain, and related resources, have a responsibility not to abuse those resources and to respect the rights of others. Users must respect software copyrights and licenses, respect the integrity of computer-based information resources, refrain from seeking to gain unauthorized access, and respect the rights of other computer users. Students failing to observe the College’s computer use guidelines will be subject to disciplinary action.

Debts to the College

Barstow Community College reserves the right to withhold grades, transcripts, degrees, registration privileges, or any combination thereof, from any student or former student who has failed to pay a proper financial obligation due the District (e.g. returned check, Return to Title 4 (R2T4), unpaid loan, equipment breakage, unpaid library fine, etc.) Any item or items withheld shall be released when the student satisfactorily meets the financial obligation. Returned checks must be paid in the form of cash or a cashier’s check, and a return check charge of $10 will be added to the amount of the check. Returned checks not resolved in a timely manner will be turned over to the District Attorney’s Office for collection.

Drug-Free & Smoke-Free Campus

Barstow Community College supports a drug-free environment. In accordance with federal and state laws, it is unlawful to manufacture, possess, use, sell, or distribute alcohol, narcotics, or other controlled substances on College property or at any College-sponsored activity and is subject to disciplinary action. Both the abuse and moderate use of alcohol and illegal drugs can result in injury and death. While chronic problems are associated with long-term abuse, damage can occur from moderate or even a single experimental use of a substance. Alcohol and drug use seriously impair learning and motivation; disrupts the classroom; jeopardizes our physical and mental health; subjects us to criminal penalties; injures our families; erodes our relationships; and inhibits our ability to benefit from an education. Barstow Community College therefore asks you to support, maintain, and promote actively a drug-free learning environment by being aware and informing others of College policies, referral sources for help and the substantial legal, personal, and health consequences associated with use. If you or someone you know is having problems with alcohol or drugs, seek out confidential assistance on-campus, or from a community agency.

Barstow Community College has been designated a smoke-free campus. Smoking is prohibited in all campus buildings and within 20 feet of any doorway or window.

Nondiscrimination Policy

The District is committed to equal opportunity in educational programs, employment, and all access to institutional programs and activities. The District, and each individual who represents the District, shall provide access to its services, classes, and programs without regard to age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, gender, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Students can present complaints regarding alleged violations of this policy to the Human Resources Director at (760) 252-2411 ext 7277. Complete instructions for filing a complaint can be found in Board Policy and Procedure 3410.

Section 504/Americans with Disabilities Act Policy

Barstow Community College supports the idea that no person shall, on the basis of a physical or mental disability, be unlawfully subjected to discrimination under any program or activity offered under the control of the College. Any student or applicant for admission who believes he/she has been subject to a discriminatory action on the basis of a physical or mental disability may file a complaint with the Vice President of Student Affairs. An employee or applicant for employment may file a complaint with the Human Resources Director.

Inquiries regarding federal laws and regulations concerning nondiscrimination in education or the College’s compliance with those provisions may also be directed to:

Office for Civil Rights, Region IX
U.S. Department of Education
50 Beale Street, Suite 7200
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 486-5555 or ocr.sanfrancisco@ed.gov

Sexual Harassment Policy

The District is committed to providing an academic and work environment that respects the dignity of individuals and groups. The District shall be free of sexual harassment and all forms of sexual intimidation and exploitation. It shall also be free of other unlawful harassment, including that which is based on any of the following statutes; age, race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or the perception that a person has one or more of the foregoing characteristics.

Sexual harassment violates state and federal laws, as well as Board policy, and will not be tolerated. It is also illegal to retaliate against any individual for filing a complaint of sexual harassment or for participting in a sexual harassment investigation, and retaliation constitutes a violation of this policy.

For more information regarding this policy and the procedures involved, contact the Human Resources Director (for staff) at (760) 252-2411 ext 7277 or the Vice President of Student Affairs (for students) at ext 7353.

Student Conduct and Discipline

A student admitted to Barstow Community College has an obligation to conduct him/herself in a manner compatible with the social and educational functions of this institution. Published in the College Catalog and the Student Handbook is Board Policy 5500, which lists the types of conduct that constitute good cause for discipline, including but not limited to the removal, suspension, or expulsion of a student. With regard to disciplinary action, all students shall be entitled to due process in accordance with Education Code, Sections 66017 and 76037, and Board Policy and Procedures 5520.

Student Grievances

Barstow Community College encourages a prompt and equitable method of open communication between students, faculty, and staff. A student may file a grievance when he/she believes that a College faculty or staff member has violated College rules, policies, or procedures or other local, state, or federal laws. For additional information or a copy of the Student Grievance Policy and related procedures, contact the Office of Student Affairs.

Student Right-To-Know Disclosure

In compliance with the Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act of 1990, it is the policy of Barstow Community College to make available its completion and transfer rates to all current and prospective students.

Information about Student Right-to-Know rates for Barstow Community College and how they can be interpreted is published in the Student Handbook and can also be found at the California Community Colleges’ web site, "Student Right-to-Know Information Clearinghouse," located at http://srtk.cccco.edu/index.asp.

Student Right-to-Know Disclosure

Pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 and California Education Code, a student may request to inspect all his/her official school records, files, and related data that are classified as student records. The records will be available for review at a mutually convenient time during regular working hours. If information in the file is inaccurate, misleading, or inappropriate, a student may request removal of the information or include a statement disputing the material that is challenged.

Students have a right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in their education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. FERPA permits disclosures without consent to "school officials" with "legitimate educational interests." "School officials" include Barstow Community College employees; agents of the College (such as an attorney or collection agent); or individuals, including students serving on official committees or assisting a school official perform his/her tasks. A school official has a "legitimate educational interest" if the official needs to review an education record to fulfill his/her professional responsibility. Upon request, the Admissions and Records Office discloses education records without consent to officials of another school in which a student seeks to enroll.

Barstow Community College has designated as "directory" information a student’s name, enrollment status, major, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, past and present participation in recognized activities, and weight and height if an athletic team member.

Unless restricted by the student, the college may release directory information at any time to any requesting party, including the military and for the development of any college-affiliated marketing programs. Students may contact the Admissions and Records Office to limit the release of their directory information.

Title IX Policy

Barstow Community College is committed to support all regulations under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." Questions regarding Title IX policies can be directed to the Human Resources Director at (760) 252-2411 ext 7277.

Traffic and Parking Regulations

Parking permits are not required, except all vehicles utilizing disabled parking must have a state-issued placard, i.e. Department of Motor Vehicle issued placard, DP, or DV plates. The speed limit unless otherwise posted is 25 MPH on campus roads and 10 MPH in campus parking lots. Repeated violations of Barstow Community College’s traffic and parking regulations may result in disciplinary action.

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