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Table of ContentsAcademic Calendars. 2General Information. 3-7Admissions/Special Programs. 8-12Student Housing. 13Tuition, Fees, Financial Aid. 14-24Academic Policies and Information. 25-34General Campus Policies. 35-37Academic Programs. 38-88Accounting.38-40Agri-Business .4 1Applied Business Studies.4 2Business Administration.43-44Business Administration jointly registered w/ SUNY Potsdam.45Chemical Dependency.46-47Computer Information Systems.48Computer Information Technology.49Computer Science.50Criminal Justice.51-52Early Childhood.53-55Energy Technology.5 6Engineering Science.57Fire Protection Technology.58-59Health Care Management.6 0Homeland Security.6 1Hospitality & Tourism.62-65Human Services.66Individual Studies.67Liberal Arts & Sciences-Childhood Education.68Liberal Arts & Sciences-Childhood Education.Jointly registered with SUNY Potsdam.69Liberal Arts & Sciences-Humanities & Social Sciences.70-73Liberal Arts & Sciences- Natural Sciences.74-75Mathematics. 7 6Nursing.77-78Office Studies.79Office Technologies-Administrative Assistant.80Office Technologies-Medical.81Paralegal.82Physical Education. 8 3Sports Management.84Teaching Assistant.85Winery Management and Marketing.86Zoo Technology.87-88Course Descriptions. 89-128Educational & College Services for Students. 129-136Non-Discrimination Policies. 137-145Campus Safety and Security. 146-148Technology and Computer Use. 149-160Rights, Freedoms and Responsibilities. 161-166Voter Registration.167Student Code of Conduct. 168-180Emergency Information. 181-182About SUNY.183College Directory.184Information contained in this catalog is effective as of August 2020.Changes made after this college catalog was printed are available on the Jefferson Community College website,www.sunyjefferson.edu, as well as in the office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs.Jefferson Community College is committed to providing equal access to its educational programs, activities, and facilitiesto all otherwise qualified students without discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, color, creed, religion,sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicablestate or federal law. An Equal Opportunity employer, JCC also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in itsemployment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, JCC prohibits sexdiscrimination, including sexual harassment. For concerns arising under Title IX, contact the College’s Title IX Coordinatorfor employees at (315) 786-2279 or Title IX Coordinator for students at (315) 786-6561. For student related disabilitydiscrimination concerns, contact the Disability Services Coordinator at (315) 786-2288. For all other concerns, includingthose related to employment, contact JCC’s Affirmative Action Officer at (315) 786-2279 or Diversity Officer at (315)786-2401.Jefferson Community College, 1220 Coffeen Street, Watertown, New York 13601

Fall Semester 2020Faculty Report Back.Monday, August 24Instruction Begins.Monday, August 31Labor Day (No Classes). Monday, September 7Recess (No Classes). Monday, October 12Classes Resume. Tuesday, October 13 - 8 a.m. (Monday Schedule)Mid-Semester Grades Due.Wednesday, October 21 - NoonVeterans Day (No Classes).Wednesday, November 11Last Day for Withdrawal (Full Term Classes).Tuesday, November 17Thanksgiving Recess Begins. Tuesday, November 24 - 10 p.m.Classes Resume. Monday, November 30 - 8 a.m.Instruction Ends.Monday, December 14 (Wednesday Schedule)Reading Day/Make Up Day. Tuesday, December 15Final Examinations. Wednesday, December 16-Tuesday, December 22COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY. Saturday, December 19Final Grades Due.Monday, December 28 - NoonWinter 2020Online Session. Monday, December 21, 2020 - Friday, January 22, 2021On Campus Session. Monday, January 4, 2021 - Friday, January 22, 2021* Many online classes open for a “preview week” approximately one week prior to the start date of the class.Spring Semester 2021Faculty Report Back. Wednesday, January 20Instruction Begins. Monday, January 25Winter Recess Begins. Sunday, February 14 - 7 p.m.Classes Resume. Wednesday, February 17Mid-Semester Grades Due. Wednesday, March 17 - NoonSpring Recess Begins. Sunday, March 28 - 7 p.m.Classes Resume. Monday, April 5Last Day for Withdrawal (Full Term Classes).Monday, April 19Instruction Ends.Tuesday, May 11Reading Day/Make Up Days. Wednesday, May 12 and Thursday, May 13Final Examinations. Friday, May 14-Thursday, May 20COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY. Friday, May 21, 7:00 p.m.Final Grades Due.Monday, May 24 - NoonLast Reporting Day for Faculty. Thursday, May 27*The schedule for Saturday and off-campus classes may vary.All students must be registered for their class(es) prior to the firstscheduled meeting of the second week of class(es).Enrollment Services:Office of Admissions - admissions@sunyjefferson.eduEducation Planning - advising@sunyjefferson.eduOffice of Financial Aid - financialservices@sunyjefferson.eduStudent Records - studentrecords@sunyjefferson.eduResidence Life and Housing:Transfer Services:Jules Center (Building 6), Suite 6-010Tel: 315-786-2437Toll Free: 1-888-435-6522Fax: 315-786-2349Tel: 315-755-0411Email: reslife@sunyjefferson.eduCollaborative Learning CenterTel: 315-786-2288Email: lsc@sunyjefferson.eduVisit www.sunyjefferson.edu for the most current information.2

General InformationOur MissionEducate. Inspire. Empower.Our VisionJefferson Community College will be a premier higher education institution,transforming lives to strengthen the region and fosterpositive change worldwide.Ways the College Fulfills Its MissionJefferson Community College is committed to building community and facilitating success by providing an educational, social, andcultural environment in which all members of the community can learn, question, grow, and contribute effectively to a changingworld. In meeting that commitment, the College fulfills its mission by: Providing Associate Degree programs in the arts, sciences and professional fields enabling graduates to transfer and continuetheir study.Providing Associate Degree and certificate programs in career-oriented fields designed to prepare graduates for employment in a variety of vocational and technical areas.Providing opportunities for lifelong learning and for specific job training through certificate, workshop, seminar and communityservice programs.Providing library, media, and other technical resources to support courses, curricula, and lifelong learning activities of theCollege and the community.Providing assessment, advisement, and counseling services to assist students in establishing and achieving their educational,vocational and personal goals.Providing appropriate equipment, facilities and human resources to support academic programming and support services.Providing a wide range of cultural programming for the members of the College community and area residents.Providing community service through the availability of College staff, facilities, resources and programs.Providing appropriate instruction, support services, and facilities for all members of the campus community - including theacademically talented, the academically disadvantaged and the learning and physically disabled- to advance and enrichthe educational experience.Expanding educational opportunities by establishing partnerships with area businesses, colleges, schools and community organizations and agencies.Promoting an understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures.Promoting the College’s General Education Objectives and Statement of Student Development.Promoting the friendly spirit across the campus in the belief that this provides a better environment for learning.AccreditationJefferson Community College was chartered in 1961 and was initially accredited in 1969 by the Middle States Association,3624 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19104-2680, (215) 662-5606, www.msache.org. The College’s accreditation was re-affirmedby the Middle States Association on June 25, 2015.In addition to its Middle States accreditation, the College is fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education inNursing and/or ACEN, 3343 Peachtree Road NE Suite 850 Atlanta, GA 30326, 404-975-5000, www.acenursing.org, and is alsoaccredited through the National Alliance of Concurrently Enrolled Partnerships (NACEP), http://nacep.org/.General EducationJefferson Community College affirms its view of education as an ongoing continuum of personal, intellectual, emotional and socialgrowth. This view recognizes the student’s need to acquire substantive knowledge, the need to develop personal and intellectualresources fundamental to evaluation and assessment, and the need to develop the ability to communicate to others the processesof this effort.JCC recognizes the merit of recognizing General Educational Objectives for students pursuing studies in its Associate Degreeprograms.Visit www.sunyjefferson.edu for the most current information.3

Objectives of General EducationIn the establishment of specific and measurable General Education Objectives, JCC is making a statement of intent to provide itsstudents with the capacity and the skills to continue their educations as a lifelong pursuit, should they so choose.Therefore, under the auspices of its various Associate Degree programs, JCC is committed to enabling its students to meet thefollowing General Education Objectives: Graduates shall be able to utilize effective communication skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Graduates shall be able to solve problems through logical reasoning and the scientific method and they shall be able todiscern thought patterns and beliefs in their own decisions and in the works of others. Graduates shall be mathematically competent to interpret, compute and apply quantitative data. Graduates shall demonstrate the ability to select and use the most appropriate technological tool(s) and understandtechnology’s impact on self and society. Graduates shall have the ability to access, evaluate, synthesize and communicate information effectively using a variety ofsources, including print and electronic. Graduates shall demonstrate knowledge of diverse peoples and their cultures.SUNY-Based General Education ObjectivesIn December 1998, and modified in 2010, the SUNY Board of Trustees adopted a resolution establishing a 30 credit hourGeneral Education requirement for all baccalaureate degree candidates to begin with the freshman class entering in the fall of2000. The resolution requires all students earning SUNY baccalaureate degrees to complete general education course work in: Mathematics Basic CommunicationAnd, at least 5 of the following 8 categories of knowledge and skill areas: American History Arts Foreign Language Humanities Natural Sciences Other World Civilizations Social Sciences Western CivilizationThe following competencies are expected to be infused throughout the General Education program: Critical Thinking Information ManagementSpecific Jefferson Community College courses approved as meeting the knowledge and skills learning outcomes defined by SUNYare also listed on SOAR (Student Online Access to Records).Statement of Student DevelopmentIt is Jefferson Community College’s intent to promote student development through offering a wide array of campus programs,activities, and support services that encourage intellectual, emotional, social, personal, and cultural growth among its students.Students of Jefferson Community College will be afforded the following opportunities: To enhance their self-image and sense of self-worth; To enhance their interpersonal relationship skills; To clarify and to act upon their values as individuals, as community members, and as global citizens; To enhance life skills necessary to become positively integrated into a complex and dynamic society; To develop their commitment to personal health and a wellness lifestyle; To develop their intellectual and creative potential; To develop positive career/life goals and the skills necessary to plan and pursue those goals; To develop their ecological awareness and the ability to make informed choices with regard to environmental impact; To develop their autonomy and to enhance their sense of personal responsibility.Visit www.sunyjefferson.edu for the most current information.4

About the CollegeJefferson Community College is one of 64 campuses—and one of 30 community colleges—which comprise the State Universityof New York (SUNY) system; it is the only institution of higher education whose campus is within a 50 mile radius of the city ofWatertown, NY.The College is supervised by the State University of New York and sponsored by Jefferson County. Its service area is largely rural, with agriculture and tourism the dominant industries. In 1985, the US Army posted the 10th Mountain Division at nearby FortDrum, bringing some 30,000 new residents to the area and doubling the population of the Watertown metropolitan area. Jefferson admitted 119 full- and 221 part-time students to its first class in September of 1963. In the fall 2019 semester, Jefferson’stotal headcount was 1,818 full-time and 1,630 part-time students.The College offers a new A.O.S. applied business studies curricula, 16 A.A.S. career curricula, 22 transfer A.A. or A.S. curricula, and 9 certificate programs. Seven degree programs and three certificate programs are available entirely online and onedegree program can be completed largely online. To ease transfer, Jefferson has articulation agreements with colleges and universities across the United States, as well as two jointly registered programs (Business Administration and Liberal Arts—ChildhoodEducation) with SUNY Potsdam. Additionally, through Jefferson’s Higher Education Center initiative, the College has partneredwith several four-year institutions to offer more than 17 bachelor’s and advanced degree programs locally.Along with its credit-bearing programs, the College offers a variety of workshops, seminars, and workforce training opportunities. Cultural events, open to the public, routinely include film and theatrical events, lectures, seminars, and art exhibitions. Libraryresources are open to the public and community members are encouraged to use them. Personal, academic, and vocational counseling are provided to both students and the community.The Center for Community Studies at Jefferson conducts community-based research and provides a forum for the productive discussion of ideas and issues of significance to the community. Additionally, a SUNY Small Business Development Center was openedon the campus in 1986.The College campus, located near Interstate Highway 81 on the western boundary of the City of Watertown, consists of 11permanent buildings, athletic fields, and ample parking for its commuter student body. Jefferson’s first on-campus student housing,East Hall, opened in the Fall 2014 semester for full-time students. The 294-bed residence hall features fully-furnished 6- and4-person suites. East Hall is owned by the Jefferson Faculty Student Association Auxiliary LLC at JCC, a non-profit organizationthat provides ancillary service in support of the College, and is operated and managed in partnership with the College.In February 2017, the College opened a Health & Wellness Center on campus designed to provide privacy and convenientaccess to healthcare services to students to eliminate non-academic barriers to degree completion. The Health & Wellness Centerwas made possible with capital support from the Jefferson Community College Foundation and leveraged State University ofNew York Community Schools Grant funding. In March 2020, Jefferson Community College collaborated with North Country Family Health Center to provide all physical and behavioral health services to students, faculty and staff as well as members of thecommunity including personal counseling; treatment of illness, injuries and chronic health conditions; annual physicals; school andsports physicals; and immunizations.Campus FacilitiesThe College campus, located in Watertown, NY, provides excellent facilities for its programs of study. Located on 90 acres nearthe intersection of Interstate 81 and Coffeen Street (Exit 46), there are11 buildings, well-maintained athletic fields, and ampleparking.The Robert F. Lansing Building (1) is the administrative center of the College and houses the offices of the President, VicePresident for Academic Affairs, Vice President for Administration & Finance, as well as Financial Operations, Human Resources,Purchasing, JCC Foundation and Alumni Association.The Samuel L. Guthrie Building (2) contains classroom and laboratory space for physics, chemistry, biology, engineering, energy,geology and mathematics, along with an amphitheater. All classrooms and labs are electronically-smart. This building also housesthe math/science faculty offices, Faculty-Student Association, Mail Room and Facilities departments.The John F. Foster Dulles Building (3) contains accounting labs, general-purpose classrooms including nine smart classrooms andbusiness faculty offices.Visit www.sunyjefferson.edu for the most current information.5

The James E. McVean Student Center (4) houses alarge multipurpose gymnasium and athletic departmentincluding locker rooms and offices. The building providesspace for Vice President for Student Affairs, StudentActivities and Inclusion, New Student Services, an instructional music room, the Walker Instructional Dining Roomand Kitchen, the Courtyard cafeteria, fitness center,dance studio, a student lounge, and the 478-seat SturtzTheater.The David G. Gregor Building (5) is home to Jefferson’snursing program with dedicated classrooms, simulationlabs, and faculty offices. Liberal arts faculty, institutionaltechnology staff, Center for Professional Excellence, theGrants office and Computer Center are also found in theGregor Building.The Jules R. Samaan Instructional Resource Center(6) houses fourteen general classrooms, five computerclassrooms, and a 130-seat amphitheater. The JulesCenter is also the location for the public relations office,English department, faculty offices, art lab, a 72-stationopen access computer resource center, meeting rooms,the Boardroom, Stonewall Market and College Bookstore. Also housed in the Jules Center is Enrollment Services including the offices of Admissions, Financial Aid, Student Records andEducational Planning.The John T. Henderson Child Care Center (8) accommodates up to 40 children, from 21 months to 5 years old, in three classrooms.The Extended Learning Center (E) contains seven classrooms including a distance learning classroom, a seminar room, and astudent lounge. The Extended Learning Center houses the Workforce Development and Business Division, Higher Education Centerinitiative partner institutions, and the New York State Small Business Development Center.East Hall (14) (H), the College’s residence hall opened in 2014, houses 294 students and includes two classrooms, a large groupmeeting room, security desk, technology nook, two large study/social lounges on the main floor and study lounges on each floorin both wings. The office of Residence Life and Housing is located here. East Hall is owned by the Faculty Student AssociationAuxiliary LLC at JCC, a non-profit organization that provides ancillary service in support of the College, and is operated andmanaged in partnership with Jefferson Community College.John W. Deans Collaborative Learning Center (15) (CLC), houses the office of campus safety and security along with many student success centered offices including, on the first level, veteran services and veterans lounge, career and job planning services,student opportunity programs (STAR/TRiO, EOP, CSTEP), retention and accommodative services, placement testing, food pantry,and the Smooth Brew Cafe. The second floor houses the College Library and local history collection. In addition, the CLC boastsstudent space with technology for group study and meetings, quiet study space and two classrooms.Health & Wellness Center (17), open to serve students, faculty, staff and members of the community with staff and services provided by the North Country Family Health Center.Exterior Athletic Facilities include a baseball diamond, softball field, soccer/lacrosse fields, and a walking/running/cross-countryskiing trail.Visit www.sunyjefferson.edu for the most current information.6

Lewis County Jefferson Community College Education Center (7395 East Road, Lowville)The Lewis County Education Center opened in January 2019. The 22,0000 square foot facility includes five instructional classrooms, a 5500 sq. ft. fabrication lab (“fab lab”), a mechatronics classroom, and a lab for Jefferson-Lewis BOCES forestry andengineering instruction, along with office, conference and administration space for Education Center partners. Currently, Jeffersonoffers workforce development training, non-credit workshops for professional growth and personal enrichment, Kids’ College, andcondensed 8-week credit bearing college courses at the Lewis County Education Center.Jefferson Community College Foundation (Lansing Administration Building, Room 1-112)The JCC Foundation is a nonprofit educational organization. Its purpose is to raise, manage and distribute funds to assist studentsand to enrich and enhance the educational opportunities provided by the College. The Foundation was established in 1979through the merger of two organizations that formed when the College was founded. Governed by a board of directors, theFoundation annually distributes over 250 scholarships, up to full tuition, totaling approximately 250,000. In partnership with theAlumni Association, the scholarships are supported through philanthropic gifts as well as proceeds from various annual events. TheFoundation works closely with the Financial Aid Office to offer assistance to both part-time and full-time students in a variety ofdegree programs. Visit www.sunyjefferson.edu/scholarships for a complete list of available scholarships.Alumni Association (Lansing Administration Building, Room 1-114)The mission of the Jefferson Community College Alumni Association is to foster support for Jefferson Community College and itseducational mission by building supportive relationships with students and alumni through communication and alumni programming. The College’s Alumni Office is open year round to assist alumni with questions about career planning, placement, andeducational information. The Alumni Association sponsors a number of activities throughout the year for the College alumni, andmaintains a comprehensive list of graduates.Visit www.sunyjefferson.edu for the most current information.7

Admissions / Special ProgramsAdmission to Jefferson Community College (SUNY Jefferson) is determined without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, nationalorigin, disability, or sexual orientation of the applicant. SUNY Jefferson is sponsored by Jefferson County and residents of the countyare given first preference, however, the College accepts and encourages applicants from other counties as well as other states

Specific Jefferson Community College courses approved as meeting the knowledge and skills learning outcomes defined by SUNY are also listed on SOAR (Student Online Access to Records). Statement of Student Development It is Jefferson Community College's intent to promote student development through offering a wide array of campus programs,

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