Bossier Parish Community College
2009 - 2010 General Catalog
Table of Contents
Notices
Calendars
Summer 2009
Fall 2009
Spring 2010
Governing Boards
Administration
General Information
History
Alma Mater
Vision
Mission
Foundation
Campus
General Admission Requirements
Admission Procedure
Assessment and Placement
Freshman Applicant
Transfer Applicant
Applicant with Prior Degree
International Students
Readmission
Provisional Admission
Louisiana Resident Status
BPCC at NSU Program
Other New Applicants
Finances
Application Fee
Tuition
Tuition-related Fees
Course/Program Fees
Audit Fees and Tuition
Late Registration Fees
Waiver of Tuition
Payment of Fees
Balance Due Notification
Returned Checks
Deferred Payment Plan
Refunds
Financial Assistance
Grants
Work-Study
Scholarships
Waivers
Loans
Veterans' Benefits
Academic Policies and Procedures
Classification of Students
Official Registration
Concurrent Registration
Schedule Changes
Changing Curriculum
Resignation from the College
Grading System
Academic Records
General Degree Requirements
General Education Core Curriculum
General Education Competencies
Degree Requirements
Programs of Study
Listed Alphabetically
Listed by Academic Division
Program Coordination
Academic Divisions
Accelerated Learning
Behavioral and Social Sciences
Care and Development of Young Children (AAS)
Criminal Justice (AAS)
Teaching (Grades 1-5) (AS)
BPCC/NSU Criminal Justice transfer
Business and Computer Science
Basic Management (TCA)
Bookkeeping (TCA)
Business Administration (AAS)
Business Communications (TCA)
Computer Information Systems (AAS)
Culinary Arts (CTS)
Legal Secretary (CTS)
Software Applications (TCA)
Web Design (TCA)
Cyber Information Technology
Help Desk Support (CTS)
Information Network Security Specialist (AAS)
Information Network Specialist (AAS)
Information Programmer Analyst (AAS)
Information Systems Administration Specialist (AAS)
Web Analyst Programmer (AAS)
Learning Resources/
Library
Liberal Arts (including
Performing Arts areas)
Acting (TCA)
Costume Design (TCA)
Directing (TCA)
General Studies (Associate)
General Studies (Certificate)
Lighting Design (TCA)
Music (AA)
Music (CTS)
Theatre (AAS)
Theatre (CTS)
Theatre Technician (TCA)
Scene Design (TCA)
Stage or Theatre Management (TCA)
Mathematics and
Technical Education
Computer Drafting and Design (TCA)
Construction Technology (CTS)
General Studies with a Concentration in Computer Drafting and Design (Assoicate)
Industrial Control Systems (AAS)
Manufacturing Technology (TCA)
Science and Allied
Health
Biotechnology (TCA)
EKG/Telemetry Technician (TCA)
EMT Basic (TCA)
EMT Paramedic (AAS)
General Science - Allied Health option(AS)
General Science - Natural Science option (AS)
Laboratory Assistant (TCA)
Medical Assistant (AAS)
Medical Office Specialist (TD)
Medical Unit Coordinator (TCA)
Pharmacy Technician (AAS)
Pharmacy Technician (CTS)
Phlebotomy (CTS)
Physical Therapist Assistant (AAS)
Respiratory Therapy (AS)
Surgical Technology (TD)
Telecommunications
Broadcasting (AAS)
Broadcasting (CTS)
Broadcasting (TCA)
Business of Makeup (AAS)
Business of Makeup (CTS)
Business of Makeup (TCA)
Business of Music (AAS)
Business of Music (CTS)
Business of Music (TCA)
Computer Animation (AAS)
Computer Animation (CTS)
Computer Animation (TCA)
Film (AAS)
Film (CTS)
Film (TCA)
Fine Art Photography (AAS)
Fine Art Photography (CTS)
Graphic Design (AAS)
Graphic Design (CTS)
Graphic Design (TCA)
Media for the Ministry (AAS)
Media for the Ministry (CTS)
Media for the Ministry (TCA)
Photography (AAS)
Photography (CTS)
Photography (TCA)
Radio (AAS)
Radio (CTS)
Radio (TCA)
Sound Recording Technology (AAS)
Sound Recording Technology (CTS)
Sound Recording Technology (TCA)
TV Production (AAS)
TV Production (CTS)
TV Production (TCA)
Courses of Instruction
Course Descriptions
Equal Opportunity
Statement
FERPA
Alcohol and Drug Policy
Campus Safety
Student Services:
General Policies and
Procedures
The Code of Student Conduct
Parking Regulations
Identification Cards
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Visitors to Academic Classes
Weapons Policy
Student Services:
Programs, Departments,
and Facilities
Academic Advising Center
Alumni Association
Bookstore
Counseling Center
Career Services
Counseling Center
Disability Services
Food Service
Health Services
Insurance
Learning Center
Library
Vanpooling
Student Services:
Student Life
Athletics
Activities and Organizations
Student Lounges
Student Representation in College Governance
Auxiliary Divisions
Electronic Learning Services
Off-Campus Studies
BPCC at NSU
Project MOMs
Public Relations
Telecommunications: Media Services
Vanpooling Program
Business Affairs and Economic Development
Workforce Development
Workplace Literacy Program
Continuing Education
Table of Contents
QUICKLINKS
Notices
Calendars
Governing Boards
Administration
General Information
General Admission Requirement
Finances
Academic Policies and Procedures
General Degree Requirements
Programs of Study
Equal Opportunity Statement
FERPA
Alcohol and Drug Policy
Campus Safety
Student Services: General Policies and Procedures
Student Services: Programs, Departments, and Facilities
Student Services: Student Life
Auxiliary Divisions, Facilities, and Programs
Business Affairs and Economic Development
Academic Divisions
Courses of Instruction
Faculty
Staff
Notices
Calendars
Summer 2009
Fall 2009
Spring 2010
Governing Boards
Administration
General Information
History
Alma Mater
Vision
Mission
Foundation
Campus
General Admission Requirements
Admission Procedure
Immunizations
Assessment and Placement
Preparatory Education Courses
Freshman Applicant
Transfer Applicant
Applicant with Prior Degree
Acceptance of Transfer Credits
Students Transferring to Another College
International Students
Readmission
Provisional Admission
Louisiana Resident Status
BPCC at NSU Program
Other New Applicants
Division for Accelerated Learning
PACE
EXCEL
Early Start Program/High School Students
Finances
Application Fee
Tuition
Tuition-related Fees
Course/Program Fees
Audit Fees and Tuition
Late Registration Fees
Change of Schedule Fee
Graduation Fee
Transcripts
Telecommunications Late Fee
Waiver of Tuition
Bookstore
Payment of Fees
Balance Due Notification
Returned Checks
Deferred Payment Plan
Refunds
General Financial Information
Financial Assistance
Grants
Work-Study
Louisiana Rehabilitation Services
Scholarships
Waivers
Loans
Veterans' Benefits
Academic Policies and Procedures
Classification of Students
Official Registration
Concurrent Registration
Schedule Changes
Adding Courses
Dropping Courses
Changing Sections
Responsibilities of Students
Class Attendance
Intent to Pursue Degree or Certificate
Changing Curriculum
Resignation from the College
Grading System
Cumulative Grade Point Average Policy
Academic Records
Grade Reports
Chancellor's List
Dean's List
Transcript Record
Official Records of Graduation
Scholastic Regulations
Probation and Suspension
Academic Probation, Suspension, and Re-admission Regulations
Academic Suspension
Academic Status for Transfer Students
Academic and/or Disciplinary Suspension or Expulsion from Another College
Enrollment During a Suspension/Expulsion Period
Readmission or Admission after Academic Suspension
Appeal Procedures
Appeal of Academic Standing
Appeal of a Reported Grade
Academic Amnesty
Graduation Requirements
Prior Learning Assessments
Credit Examinations
Credits by Examination (Tech Prep)
Credit for Military Educational Experiences
Certified Professional Secretary Credit Exam
Tech Prep Agreement
Challenge Examinations
Advanced Placement Program
Academic Credit for Paramedic Courses
Portfolio Assessment of College-Level Learning
Prior Learning Assessment Matrix
General Degree Requirements
General Education Core Curriculum
General Education Competencies
Degree Requirements
Official Classification of Electives
Programs of Study
Listed Alphabetically
Listed by Academic Division
Program Coordination
Equal Opportunity Statement
FERPA
Correction of Educational Records
Alcohol and Drug Policy
Campus Safety
Getting Help
Security Policies
Annual Report of Crime Statistics
General Liability Claims
Student Services: General Policies and Procedures
The Code of Student Conduct
Section I: Acts that Constitute Sanctionable Misconduct
Section II: Academic Misconduct
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Disciplinary Sanction for Academic Misconduct
Section III: Disciplinary Policies and Procedures
Section IV: Disciplinary Hearing Procedures
Section V: Appeal Procedures
Student Grievance Procedures
Sexual Assault Policy
Sexual Harassment Policy
Anti-Hazing Policy
Discriminatory and Derogatory Acts
Dress Code
Food and Drink in the Academic Areas
Cell Phone and Pager Policy
Parking Regulations
Identification Cards
Misuse or Abuse of Computer Equipment
Sales, Solicitation, Promotion, and Advertising
Skateboards, Roller Blades, etc.
Gaming on Campus
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Visitors to Academic Classes
Weapons Policy
Student Services: Programs, Departments, and Facilities
Academic Advising Center
Alumni
Bookstore
Purchasing Books
Book Refunds
Book Buyback
Counseling Center
Career Services
Counseling Center
Disability Services
Food Service
Health Services
Insurance
Learning Center
Library
Publications
Vanpooling
Student Services: Student Life
Athletics
Activities and Organizations
Student Lounges
Student Representation in College Governance
Auxiliary Divisions, Facilities, and Programs
Electronic Learning Services
Off-Campus Studies
BPCC at NSU
Project MOMs
Public Relations
Speakers Bureau
Telecommunications: Media Services
Vanpooling Program
Business Affairs and Economic Development
Workforce Development
ACT Center
Workforce Testing
Credit by Examination
CLEP
DSST
MCAS
CompTIA
Proctoring Services
Online Workforce Training
Incumbent Worker Training
Workplace Literacy Program
WorkKeys
Project READ
GED
Workforce Investment Act
Drop Back In
Continuing Education
Continuing Education Units
Instructors
Customized Corporate Training
Types of Non-Credit Classes
Certification and License Prep
Certificate Programs
Education-to-Go
Policies
ACADEMIC DIVISIONS
Library
Division of Accelerated Learning
Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences
Associate Degrees
Care and Development of Young Children
Criminal Justice
Corrections
Law Enforcement
Legal Systems
Medicolegal Death Investigation
BPCC/NSU Criminal Justice transfer
Teaching (Grades 1-5)
Division of Business and Computer Science
Associate Degrees
Business Administration
Computer Information Systems
Software Applications
Computer Programming
Management Information Systems
Web Development and Design
Certificate of Technical Studies
Culinary Arts
Legal Secretary
Technical Competency Areas
Basic Management
Bookkeeping
Business Communications
Software Applications
Web Design
Division of Cyber Information Technology
Associate Degrees
Information Network Security Specialist
Information Network Specialist
Information Programmer Analyst
Information Systems Administration Specialist
Web Analyst Programmer
Certificate of Technical Studies
Help Desk Support
Division of Liberal Arts (Including Performing Arts areas)
Associate Degrees
General Studies
Music
Theatre
Certificate
General Studies
Certificate of Technical Studies
Music
Theatre
Technical Competency Areas (Theatre)
Acting
Costume Design
Directing
Lighting Design
Scene Design
Stage or Theatre Management
Theatre Technician
Division of Mathematics and Technical Education
Associate Degrees
Industrial Control Systems
General Studies with a Concentration in Computer Drafting and Design
Certificate of Technical Studies
Construction Technology
Technical Competency Area
Computer Drafting and Design
Manufacturing Technology
Division of Science and Allied Health
Academic programs in alphabetical order
Biotechnology - Technical Competency Area
EKG/Telemetry Technician - Technical Competency Area
EMT Basic - Technical Competency Area
EMT Paramedic - Associate of Applied Science
General Science (Allied Health option) - Associate of Science
General Science (Natural Science option) - Associate of Science
Laboratory Assistant - Technical Competency Area
Medical Assistant - Associate of Applied Science
Medical Office Specialist - Technical Diploma
Medical Unit Coordinator - Technical Competency Area
Pharmacy Technician - Associate of Applied Science
Pharmacy Technician - Certificate of Technical Studies
Phlebotomy - Certificate of Technical Studies
Physical Therapist Assistant - Associate of Applied Science
Respiratory Therapy - Associate of Applied Science
Surgical Technology - Technical Diploma
Division of Telecommunications
Associate Degrees
Broadcasting
Business of Makeup
Business of Music
Computer Animation
Film
Fine Art Photography
Graphic Design
Media for the Ministry
Photography
Radio
Sound Recording Technology
TV Production
Certificates of Technical Studies
Broadcasting
Business of Makeup
Business of Music
Computer Animation
Film
Fine Art Photography
Graphic Design
Media for the Ministry
Photography
Radio
Sound Recording Technology
TV Production
Technical Competency Areas
Broadcasting
Business of Makeup
Business of Music
Computer Animation
Film
Graphic Design
Media for the Ministry
Photography
Radio
Sound Recording Technology
TV Production
Courses of Instruction
Prefix Key
Accounting
Allied Health
Anthropology
Art
Biology
Biotechnology
Business Administration
Care and Development of Young Children
Chemistry
Computer Information Systems
Computer Web Design
Construction Technology
Corrections
Criminal Justice
Culinary Arts
Cyber Information Technology
Education
EMT: Paramedic
English
French
Geography
Health and Physical Education
History
Humanities
Interpreting
Journalism
Legal Secretary
Literature
Management Information Systems
Mathematics
Medical Office Specialist
Meteorology
Microbiology
Music
Pharmacy Technician
Physical Science
Physical Therapist Assistant
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Reading
Religion
Respiratory Therapy
Science
Service Learning/Interdisciplinary Studies
Sociology
Spanish
Speech
Surgical Technology
Teaching and Learning
Technical Education
Telecommunications
Theatre
Varsity Athletics
Zoology
Glossary
Faculty
Staff