Catalog - Tallahassee Community College

Board of TrusteesThe District Board of TrusteesThe District Board of Trustees is the policy-making body for Tallahassee Community College.Trustees are appointed by the Governor and are confirmed by the Florida Senate.Karen Moore, Chair, 2007–10 – Ms. Moore was appointed to the board in 2007 byGovernor Crist. She is the president of Moore Consulting Group, a public relations andadvertising firm. Moore previously served as president of the TCC Foundation Board,chairing the College’s first capital campaign, which secured 10 million. She is also chairelect of the Economic Development Council of Tallahassee/Leon County.Eugene Lamb, Vice-Chair, 2007–10 – Mr. Lamb was appointed to the board in 2007by Governor Crist. He was a teacher in the Leon County school district for 30 years.Also active in neighboring Gadsden County, Lamb has served on the Gadsden CountyCommission since 2004 and is currently its chairman.Dana G. Callen, 2009–13 – Dr. Callen is a school administrator for Leon County Schools.She has taught at St. Mary’s University, Florida State University and Tallahassee CommunityCollege. Callen holds certification in Family and County Court Mediation from the FloridaSupreme Court and was selected for Harvard University’s Writing, Reading and CivicEducation Institute. She earned a Ph.D. from FSU and has three master’s degrees.J. Allison DeFoor, II, 2009–13 – Dr. DeFoor was appointed to the board in 2009 byGovernor Crist. He is a partner at Castille, DeFoor and Armstrong, consultants in greenindustries. DeFoor began his academic career at a community college; he went on tobecome a lecturer at several universities. As a public servant, DeFoor did significant workin public policy on Everglades restoration. He is now involved in the faith-based prison/penal reform movement.Bill Hebrock, 2007–11 – Mr. Hebrock has served on the board since 1999, havingbeen appointed twice by Governor Bush and once by Governor Crist. He also serveson the board of governors of the Leon County Research and Development Authority(Innovation Park), a scientific research and development authority affiliated withFlorida State University and Florida A & M University. He is president of HebrockSteiner, Inc., a business consulting firm.Frank Messersmith, 2007–10 – Mr. Messersmith was appointed to the boardby Governor Bush in 1999; he was reappointed by Governor Crist in 2007. A formerlegislator and member of the Florida Public Service Commission, Messersmith iscurrently a consultant specializing in legislative and regulatory matters.Kimberle Moon, 2009–13 – Dr. Moon was appointed to the board by GovernorBush in 2005; she was reappointed by Governor Crist in 2009. She serves on themusic faculty of the Baptist College of Florida and as a singing voice specialist for theTallahassee Professional Voice Clinic. A resident of Gadsden County, Moon earned aDoctorate of Musical Arts from The Ohio State University.4www.tcc.fl.edu

Fall2010Term IDeadline for international applicants tofulfill all requirementsSpring2011Summer Summer Summer201120112011Term II May ExpressJune ExpressTerm IIIJune 1October 1March 1N/AMarch 1August 1December 1April 1June 1April 1Classes beginAugust 23January 6May 9June 27May 9Last day to cancel registration andreceive a refundAugust 27January 12May 13July 1May 13Last day to change from Audit to CreditAugust 27January 12May 13July 1May 13Last day to withdraw from a courseand receive a W grade, and last dayinstructors may assign AW gradesNovember 3March 25June 7July 25June 21Classes endDecember 4April 23June 17August 9July 19December 6-11April 25-30June 20-21August 10-11July 19-21Term endsDecember 11April 30June 22August 11July 21Final grades available on TCC PassportDecember 14May 4June 24August 14July 26Preferred admission application dates.Applicants to health-related programsmust apply earlier.See information on next page.Final examinations as scheduled2010-2011 Academic Calendar2010-2011 Academic Calendar*College Holidays/Special Events*Labor Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 6, 2010Student Spirit Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . October 6, 2010Veterans’ Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . November 11, 2010Thanksgiving (holiday begins 5 p.m. on Nov. 24, 2010) . . . . .November 25-26, 2010Note: No Saturday classes on November 27, 2010Mid-Year Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . December 17, 2010 - January 2, 2011(holiday begins 5 p.m. on Dec. 17, 2010)Martin Luther King, Jr., Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Note: Saturday classes will be in sessionJanuary 17, 2011Spring Break - Students, faculty, staff . . . . . . . . . . . . .March 7-11, 2011Student-Faculty Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 6, 2011Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 30, 2011Memorial Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 30, 2011Independence Day (observed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 4, 2011The dates referenced above pertainto classes that begin and end inaccordance with the traditionalCollege term. Classes conducted in anontraditional format (e.g., Self-PacedInstruction [SPI], express schedules,variable starting dates) and workforceprograms have different deadlines.Please contact theEnrollment Services and StudentSuccess Office for specific deadlineinformation at (850) 201-8555.A detailed calendar is available onTCC’s website, www.tcc.fl.edu.*Calendar dates are subject to change. See Academic Calendar on www.tcc.fl.edu for calendar updates.www.tcc.fl.edu5

2010-2011 Academic CalendarHealth ProgramApplication Deadlines*Fall 2010Dental Assisting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 14, 2010Diagnostic Medical Sonography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 10, 2010Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 14, 2010Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 10, 2010Paramedic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 5, 2010Respiratory Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 10, 2010Spring 2011Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) . . . . . . . . . . November 1, 2010Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 20, 2010Radiologic Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . September 20, 2010Summer 2011Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) . . . . . . . . . . . February 21, 2011Fall 2011Dental Assisting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 13, 2011Dental Hygiene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .May 9, 2011Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 13, 2011Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .May 9, 2011Paramedic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 4, 2011Respiratory Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .May 9, 2011Respiratory Care Program will accept applications after the deadline if thereare open seats in the upcoming class. Applications submitted after the deadlinewill be evaluated as they are received, until the class is full.Formore information, contact theHealth Care Programs Specialist at (850) 201-8441.August 2010S M T1 2 38 9 1015 16 1722 23 2429 30 31W4111825R5121926F6132027September 2010S7142128October 2010S M T W R F13 4 5 6 7 810 11 12 13 14 1517 18 19 20 21 2224 25 26 27 28 11825R29162330W310172431R4111825S6132027S M T16 7 813 14 1520 21 2227 28 29March 2011W29162330R310172431F4111825S5121926May 2011S29162330S M T1 2 38 9 1015 16 1722 23 2429 30 31W4111825F6132027S7142128R5121926S4111825S M T W R F13 4 5 6 7 810 11 12 13 14 1517 18 19 20 21 2224 25 26 27 28 2931S29162330july 2011F3101724F5121926S6132027*Calendar dates are subject to change. See Academic Calendar on www.tcc.fl.edu for calendar updates.6F5121926January 2011August 2011S M T1 27 8 914 15 1621 22 2328 29 30R4111825S5121926june 2011S M T W15 6 7 812 13 14 1519 20 21 2226 27 28 29S M T W1 2 37 8 9 1014 15 16 1721 22 23 2428 29 30S M T W R F S12 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 2930 31April 2011S M T W R F13 4 5 6 7 810 11 12 13 14 1517 18 19 20 21 2224 25 26 27 28 29S4111825S4111825February 2011S M T16 7 813 14 1520 21 2227 28R F2 39 1016 1723 2430November 2010December 2010S M T W15 6 7 812 13 14 1519 20 21 2226 27 28 29S M T W15 6 7 812 13 14 1519 20 21 2226 27 28 29www.tcc.fl.edu

Institutional MissionStatement of PhilosophyStrategic PlanHistory of the CollegeTCC’s CommitmentAccreditationTCC FoundationAlumni AssociationCenter for Workforce DevelopmentUniversity PartnersCampus, Service Centers, Maps/LocationsFacts about TCCFACTS ABOUT TCC

Facts about TCCFacts about Tallahassee Community CollegeInstitutional MissionStrategic PlanTallahassee Community College is an open-admissioncomprehensive community college committed to preparingstudents for university transfer and to meeting economicand workforce needs. Its mission is to attract and support anoutstanding faculty and staff that pursue excellence in teachingand learning through educational programs and services thatpromote the intellectual, social and personal development ofstudents; to assist students in developing the ability to thinkcritically, creatively and reflectively; and to prepare studentsfor productive and satisfying lives.The Tallahassee Community College Strategic Plan focuses ongoals and outcomes related to the following priorities: Student SuccessProvide programs and services to students that increasethe opportunity for students to define and reach theireducational and career goals by connecting them to theappropriate college resources and empowering them to takeresponsibility for their education. Enhanced LearningStatement of PhilosophyTallahassee Community College has established aneducational program to provide instruction and experiencesthat will enable the individual to understand the democraticvalue system and the complex customs and institutionsthrough which that system operates.In a free society, people must be disciplined by a sense ofrespect for others and a love of truth and justice. The basicprinciple on which this system is founded is the belief thateach individual has dignity and worth. A corollary principle isthe concept that each individual has the obligation to furtherthe general welfare of society. The College believes that theseprinciples are enhanced when each person is given access todiffering and competing views. Through this process, theindividual can develop the ability to make rational decisions.Deliver academic programs and learning support servicesthat provide students with the appropriate resources forlearning the knowledge and skills needed for the workplaceor for transfer to baccalaureate programs in stateuniversities. This priority requires exceptional levels ofperformance and achievement by all faculty and staff andtherefore includes campus support and resources to meetprofessional growth expectations for all employees. CommunityProvide innovative solutions that strengthen our region’seconomy and workforce competitiveness. Alternative Delivery SystemsDeliver curriculum and learning support resources atappropriate times and in appropriate formats to meetstudent needs.In support of these principles, the College believes in the policyof open admissions and believes that each person should havean equal opportunity to develop as fully as possible througheducation. Technology and Out of Class SupportThe College is committed to providing an educationalexperience based on the highest academic and professionalstandards, mutual respect, tolerance for diverse ideas and alearning environment which is caring and supportive in orderto meet the diverse needs reflective of its students and thecommunity. FinanceImplement the appropriate technology and services tofacilitate the learning environment for every TallahasseeCommunity College student.Provide effective stewardship to enhance new and existingrevenues and resources to promote growth and increasecost effectiveness. FacilitiesDevelop and construct capital projects that enhance thelearning centered environment, improve physical facilities,and ensure physical safety. FoundationDevelop and implement systems for attracting financialresources to enhance student access and promote excellencein teaching and learning.8www.tcc.fl.edu

Tallahassee Community College opened in 1966 to serve thepost-high school educational needs of students from a districtcomprised of Gadsden, Leon and Wakulla counties. Althoughmost students still come from this district, the College enrollsstudents from throughout Florida, from most states and manyforeign countries. TCC has grown from an enrollment of 698students in Fall 1966 to more than 14,500 full-time studentstoday.A Decade by Decade Review of the History ofTallahassee Community College1966-1975An above-the-fold article published on September 13, 1966,in The Tampa Tribune, proclaimed, “New Tallahassee JCa success before it opens.” A few days later, at Godby HighSchool and across town at Rickards High School, TallahasseeJunior College welcomed nearly 700 students its first year.Three new buildings were ready for occupancy on AppleyardDrive in time for the second year of operation. In 1968, theLegislature established the District Board of Trustees as thegoverning authority for the College; Tallahassee businessmanEarl Lambert served three terms as the first board chairman.Tallahassee Junior College became Tallahassee CommunityCollege in 1970 and one- and two-year occupationalprograms, including nursing, were added to the curriculum.The 1,000th person graduated. Dental hygiene was addedand college enrollment approached 3,000.1976-1985During the second decade, enrollment steadily grew to morethan 5,000. President Fred W. Turner retired and Dr. MarmM. Harris was named TCC’s second president. An artistseries began to attract community leaders to the campus,enhancing the town/gown relationship. The TCC Foundationwas established and the Lifetime Sports Complex opened. In1983, Dr. James H. Hinson, Jr., became TCC’s third presidentand led the College through a period of enrollment growth andlegislative appropriations. Also in 1983, TCC students wonthe Math Olympics state title, beginning a tradition of studentsuccess in academic competition. A study reported TCC had a 47.2 million positive economic impact in the community.1986-1995As the fastest growing community college in Florida, TCC sawits enrollment jump by nearly 1,000 students in the first termof the third decade. By the end of the decade, enrollment haddoubled. In 1988, TCC was first among Florida communitycolleges in the proportion of faculty members holding aPh.D. Eyrie, the student literary magazine, was namedbest in the nation, and the student newspaper won state,regional and national accolades. An athletic program was reestablished with a strong base in academics. A new library andadministration building were added. Campus size grew from54 acres to more than 140. President Hinson led the Collegethrough a decade that also saw extensive renovation andcampus infrastructure upgrades. TCC’s softball team wonthe National Junior College Athletic Association slow pitchchampionship in 1994.www.tcc.fl.edu1996-2005With its fourth president, Dr. T.K. Wetherell, at the helm,numerous new occupational programs were added in the fourthdecade, and cooperation with universities was enhanced. In2000, TCC formed its first university partnership with FlaglerCollege and has since partnered with Embry-Riddle AeronauticalUniversity (2001), Barry University (2003) and Saint LeoUniversity (2006). As a result, students can pursue bachelor’sand graduate degrees without leaving TCC’s main campus.The College’s infrastructure continued to grow by leaps andbounds. In the mid-1990s, a new Student Union was constructed,as was the Technology and Professional Programs Building,while a renovated facility became the Academic ComputingCenter. After the turn of the century, TCC opened the Historyand Social Sciences Building, named for President Wetherell; theComputer Technology Building; and the Center for WorkforceDevelopment.Facts about TCCHistory of the CollegeThe TCC Alumni Association and Eagle Athletics Hall of Famewere established. The Challenge Scholarship Program and manyother scholarships were established. Florida Governor Jeb Bushwas the 2000 commencement speaker. The Brain Bowl teamwon its first state title. TCC acquired the Pat Thomas LawEnforcement Academy (PTLEA).Dr. Bill Law became TCC’s fifth President in 2002 and beganlaunching new initiatives that resulted in greater communityinvolvement for TCC.2006-pres

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