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1 C A T A L O G COLLEGE OF WESTERN IDAHO CALL

2 The purpose of the College of Western Idaho (CWI) Course Catalog is to provide information about the College of Western Idaho for prospective and current students, faculty and staff, and interested educational institutions or agencies. CWI has made reasonable effort to ensure the accuracy of the information at the time of publication COURSE CATALOG This catalog is not to be considered a binding contract. The College reserves the right to at any time and without advance notice withdraw or cancel courses and majors, change fee schedules, change the academic calendar, change admission and registration requirements, change the regulations and requirements governing instruction in and graduation from the College, and change any other regulations that affect students. Changes shall go into force whenever the proper authorities so determine and shall apply to both prospective students and students matriculated at the time of the change. The College shall try to advertise advance notice of changes when economic and other conditions permit. The courses contained in this catalog do not preclude or limit the College in its offerings for any semester or session. It is the policy of the College of Western Idaho to provide equal educational and employment opportunities, services, and benefits to students and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, and/or disability, in accordance with the Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972; Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; Age Discrimination Act of 1975; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990; and all other applicable state and federal nondiscrimination statutes. Appropriate consideration shall be given to veterans in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. CWI prohibits all forms of retaliation for filing complaints of illegal discrimination or harassment. CWI NAMPA CAMPUS 5500 EAST OPPORTUNITY DRIVE NAMPA, ID

3 Welcome WELCOME Table of Contents WELCOME From Our President 3 CWI Board of Trustees 3 Academic Calendar 4 Our Campus Locations 6 One Stop Student Services 6 Administration and Support Services 8 ABOUT CWI One Stop Student Services 10 Our Vision 10 Our Mission, Purpose, and Constituent Groups 10 Our Open-Door Policy 11 Our Degrees and Certificates 11 Our Accreditation 11 Our Structure 11 Our Core Learning Outcomes 12 Our Educational Services 12 BECOMING A CWI STUDENT Admission 16 Advising 18 COMPASS Placement 18 ESL COMPASS Placement 19 Registration 19 Assessment Services 42 Tutoring Services 42 The Writing Center 42 Center for New Directions 42 Veterans Services 42 Identification Cards 43 Information Technology 43 Student Life 44 DEGREE/CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS Degrees Offered 46 Certificates Offered 46 Majors Offered 46 Course Prefixes 48 General Education 49 Degree and Certificate Requirements 50 Additional Information 51 PROGRAMS OF STUDY FACULTY 146 INDEX 150 TUITION, FEES, AND FINANCIAL AID Tuition and Fees 22 Payment 25 Financial Aid Services 26 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS College Hours (Credits) 32 Course Numbering 32 Academic Calendar 32 Student Status 32 Records 32 Alternative Credit 35 Articulation and Transfer 36 Academic Excellence 37 Unsatisfactory-Performance Regulations 37 Graduation 38 Campus Security 38 STUDENT SERVICES One Stop Student Services 40 Library 40 Career and Counseling Services 41 Student Disability Services 41 CALL

4 COURSE CATALOG One Stop Student Services One Stop Student Services is the easiest way to get answers and information about the College of Western Idaho (CWI). Contact us with any of your questions about admissions, financial aid, registration, transcripts, student enrichment, and all other student-services issues. We re here to help! ONE STOP STUDENT SERVICES CALL: FAX: CLICK: Or stop by One Stop Student Services at any campus location listed on pages

5 From Our President On behalf of the College of Western Idaho (CWI), I would like to welcome you and congratulate you on continuing the educational journey of knowledge and skills development. At CWI, you will find a genuine concern for your learning success and dedication to helping you prosper. From our locally elected Board of Trustees, to our faculty, staff, and your fellow classmates you will find a close-knit group of people excited about learning. WELCOME The decision to pursue education, and to do so at CWI, will bode well for your future and is one that will result in opportunities that may have otherwise been unattainable. As one of the newest and fastest growing community colleges in the nation, we are very proud that our graduates are already competing on a national level and successfully entering the workplace with superior skills. In a very short time, we have established the College as a community resource with strong partnerships with local business and industry offering career opportunities, and with fellow Idaho colleges and universities providing a seamless transition if you decide to continue your education beyond CWI. This Catalog provides information on over 50 degree and certificate programs and hundreds of short-term skills development courses that offer students numerous opportunities to explore. CWI is a public college supported by your community; we are here to ensure that anyone, regardless of age or current education level, can receive a quality education that is affordable and accessible. As a new student and future alumni of CWI, I invite you to connect with our faculty, staff, and fellow students. Join one of the fantastic clubs or become a student senator. Each CWI campus throughout the Treasure Valley provides a unique blend of educational offerings wrapped in a warm and caring atmosphere. CWI is a place where people from all walks of life are coming together to create friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you are a young high school graduate or a careerchanging adult, we are eager to help you Achieve More! Sincerely, Dr. Bert L. Glandon President, College of Western Idaho The College of Western Idaho (CWI) delivers college credit instruction, certificates, and degrees through its memorandum of understanding with College of Southern Idaho (CSI). CSI is accredited through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). Credits, certificates, and degrees earned at CWI appear on CSI transcripts and are transferable to four-year institutions, subject to the specific policies of those institutions. CWI Board of Trustees Stanley J. Bastian Eagle Chairperson Mary Niland Nampa Vice Chairperson Gordon L. Browning Meridian Secretary/Treasurer Mark Dunham Boise Trustee Guy Hurlbutt Boise Trustee CALL

6 Academic Calendar COURSE CATALOG FALL SEMESTER 2013 JULY 15 Monday Financial Aid Priority Date 1 AUGUST 19 Monday Tuition and Fees Due Monday Friday Faculty In-Service Week 26 MONDAY CLASSES BEGIN 30 Friday Last Day to Register Without Instructor Permission SEPTEMBER 2 Monday Labor Day (no classes, offices closed) 9 Monday Last Day to Register/Add (CENSUS DATE) 2 Last Day to Drop Classes Without a W Last Day to Change to/from Audit Last Day for 100 Percent Refund of Tuition and Fees Last Day to Apply for December 2013 Graduation First Disbursement of Fall 2013 Financial Aid 3 OCTOBER 14 Monday Columbus Day (classes in session, offices open) NOVEMBER 11 Monday Veteran s Day Observed (classes in session, offices open) Spring Registration Begins 15 Friday Last Day to Withdraw (W grades issued) Last Day to Register for Internship Monday Saturday Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes, offices closed November 28 29) DECEMBER MONDAY SATURDAY FINAL EXAMS/TERM END Tuesday Wednesday Holiday (offices closed) 27 Friday Grades Due on mycwi at Noon 4 30 Monday Fall Grades Available in mycwi 4 SPRING SEMESTER DECEMBER 9 Monday Financial Aid Priority Date JANUARY 1 Wednesday New Year s Holiday (offices closed) Monday Tuition and Fees Due Monday Friday Faculty In-Service Week 20 Monday Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (offices closed) 21 TUESDAY CLASSES BEGIN 27 Monday Last Day to Register Without Instructor Permission FEBRUARY 3 Monday Last Day to Register/Add (CENSUS DATE) 2 Last Day to Drop Classes Without a W Last Day to Change to/from Audit Last Day for 100 Percent Refund of Tuition and Fees Last Day to Apply for May 2014 Graduation First Disbursement of Spring 2014 Financial Aid 3 17 Monday Presidents Day (no classes, offices closed) MARCH Monday Saturday Spring Break APRIL 11 Friday Last Day to Withdraw (W grades issued) Last Day to Register for Internship 14 Monday Summer and Fall Registration Begins MAY MONDAY SATURDAY FINAL EXAMS/TERM END 17 Saturday Graduation Ceremony/Term End 23 Friday Grades Due on mycwi at Noon 4 27 Tuesday Spring Grades Available in mycwi 4

7 SUMMER SEMESTER 2014 MAY 12 Monday Financial Aid Priority Date 1 26 Monday Memorial Day (no classes, offices closed) 28 Wednesday Tuition and Fees Due JUNE 2 MONDAY CLASSES BEGIN FOR 8-WEEK SESSION (SOME CLASSES BEGIN BEFORE THIS DATE SEE ONLINE SCHEDULE) 3 Tuesday Last Day to Register Without Instructor Permission 6 Friday Last Day to Register/Add (CENSUS DATE) 2 Last Day to Drop Classes Without a W Last Day to Change to/from Audit Last Day for 100 Percent Refund of Tuition and Fees Last Day to Apply for August 2014 Graduation First Disbursement of Summer 2014 Financial Aid 3 JULY 4 Friday Independence Day (no classes, offices closed) 11 Friday Last Day to Withdraw (W grades issued) Last Day to Register for Internship 26 SATURDAY END OF REGULAR 8-WEEK TERM (SOME CLASSES END BEYOND THIS DATE SEE ONLINE SCHEDULE) AUGUST 1 Friday Grades Due on mycwi at Noon 4 4 Monday Summer Grades Available in mycwi 4 1 STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE THE FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) AND SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION IN ORDER FOR FINANCIAL AID FUNDING TO BE AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST SCHEDULED DISBURSEMENT DATE EACH SEMESTER. 2 DROP/ADD AND REFUND DEADLINES VARY FOR CLASSES WITH START/END DATES THAT ARE DIFFERENT FROM THE REGULAR TERM DATES. 3 FINANCIAL AID DISBURSEMENTS ARE CREDITED TO STUDENT ACCOUNTS. AFTER ALL INSTITUTIONAL CHARGES ARE PAID, AND AFTER CENSUS DATE AND REGISTRATION PROCESSING HAS ENDED, ANY CREDIT BALANCE AVAILABLE WILL BE REFUNDED. 4 MYCWI IS AN ONLINE PORTAL PROVIDING SELF-SERVICES SUCH AS REGISTRATION, STUDENT ACCOUNT PAYMENTS, AND FINANCIAL AID. NOTE: Drop/add and refund deadlines vary for classes with start/ end dates that are different from the regular term dates. CALENDAR, LOCATIONS, AND MORE CALL

8 Our Campus Locations COURSE CATALOG In addition to these locations, CWI delivers several courses at community locations throughout the Treasure Valley. Please visit the CWI website for a comprehensive list of locations, including community locations. 6 One Stop Student Services Many of our CWI locations house a One Stop Student Services Center to provide general information about the College and to help you with admissions, financial aid, registration, transcripts, student enrichment, and all other student-services issues. To apply or register for CWI, or for any CWI questions, simply: CALL: FAX: CLICK: Or stop by any One Stop Student Services location listed on pages 6 7.

9 (1) NAMPA CAMPUS Garrity Blvd. Exit 38 Nampa, ID A: ACADEMIC BUILDING 5500 E. Opportunity Drive Nampa, ID SERVICES AVAILABLE: Bookstore COURSES OFFERED: Lower Division Transfer/General Education 1B: MICRON CENTER FOR PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL EDUCATION 5725 E. Franklin Road Nampa, ID SERVICES AVAILABLE: One Stop Student Services Assessment and Testing Services Industry Labs Full-Service Bookstore COURSES OFFERED: Professional Technical Education (PTE) Programs Transportation Technology Welding and Metals Fabrication Machine Tool Technology Electronics Technology Drafting Technology 1C: ASPEN CLASSROOM BUILDING 6002 Birch Lane Nampa, ID COURSES OFFERED: Lower Division Transfer/General Education 1D: ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 6056 Birch Lane Nampa, ID SERVICES AVAILABLE: Administrative Services 1E: MULTIPURPOSE BUILDING 6042 Birch Lane Nampa, ID SERVICES AVAILABLE: Library Medical Express Care Clinic COURSES OFFERED: Professional Technical Education (PTE) Programs Early Childhood Education 1F: PROFESSIONAL TRUCK DRIVING 5252 Treasure Valley Way Nampa, ID COURSES OFFERED: Professional Truck Driving (2) CANYON COUNTY CENTER 2407 Caldwell Boulevard Nampa, ID SERVICES AVAILABLE: One Stop Student Services GED Testing Services COURSES OFFERED: Lower Division Transfer/General Education Basic Skills Education Programs Basic Reading, Writing, and Math Computation Skills GED Preparation English as a Second Language (ESL) Professional Technical Education Programs Nursing Professional Business Partnerships/Workforce Development Courses Apprenticeship Programs for Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Manufacturing (3) CWI EAGLE RIVER 485 E. Riverside Drive Eagle, ID SERVICES AVAILABLE: One Stop Student Services COURSES OFFERED: Business Partnerships/Workforce Development Courses (4) ADA COUNTY CENTER Black Eagle Business Park 1360 S. Eagle Flight Way Boise, ID SERVICES AVAILABLE: One Stop Student Services Assessment and Testing Services COURSES OFFERED: Lower Division Transfer/General Education Professional Technical Education Programs Applied Accounting Administrative Support Computer Support Specialist Information Security and Digital Forensics Internetworking and Communication Technologies Marketing Management Medical Administrative Support Network Administration Web Development Business Partnerships/Workforce Development Courses (5) CWI OAK PARK 2323 S. Vista Avenue 2nd Floor Boise, ID COURSES OFFERED: Basic Skills Education Programs Basic Reading, Writing, and Math Computation Skills GED Preparation English as a Second Language (ESL) (6) CWI AT BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY 1464 University Drive Boise, ID COURSES OFFERED: Professional Technical Education Programs Culinary Arts Dental Assisting Surgical Technology (7) CWI HORTICULTURE Old Penitentiary Historic District District Guard House 2444 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, ID COURSES OFFERED: Horticulture Technology in cooperation with the BLM, Idaho Historical Society, and the Idaho Botanical Garden CALL CALENDAR, LOCATIONS, AND MORE 7

10 Administration and Support Services COURSE CATALOG Dr. Bert Glandon President David Shellberg Vice President, Instruction and Student Services Cheryl Wright Vice President, Finance and Administration Craig Brown Vice President, Resource Development Terry Blom Assistant Vice President, Enrollment and Student Services William Fanning Dean, Professional Technical Education (PTE) Brenda Pettinger Dean, General Education Cathleen Currie Assistant Dean Health and Human Services, PTE Marcella Enos Assistant Dean Business and Information Technology, PTE Susan Knights Assistant Dean Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Michael Meyers Assistant Dean Business, Education, and Wellness Pat Neal Assistant Dean Trades and Technology, PTE Mary Rohlfing Assistant Dean Social and Behavioral Sciences Jeff Schroeder Assistant Dean Transportation, PTE Laura Stavoe Assistant Dean Language and Arts Brian Currin Executive Director, Information Technology Scott Fenwick Executive Director, Business Partnerships/Workforce Development Marilyn Griggs Executive Director, Financial Services Denise Kohtz Executive Director, Human Resources Luis Caloca Director, Admissions and One Stop Operations Jennifer Couch Director, Communications and Marketing Mary Jo Hayes Director, Financial Services Kevin Jensen Director, Financial Aid Kim Leeder Director, Library Services Lori Manzanares Director, Student Enrichment Jeff Shinn Director, Budget Eric Studebaker Director, Dual Credit and Instructional Support Jac Webb Director, Adult Basic Education Connie Black Registrar Sam Galan Region III Tech Prep Coordinator

11 ABOUT CWI CALL

12 COURSE CATALOG About CWI The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is located in the vibrant and active Boise, Idaho, area. It s not only Idaho s newest college; it is also one of the fastest growing colleges in the nation. CWI is a comprehensive community college fostering student development academically as well as occupationally. CWI offers a full range of academic and professional-technical courses leading to Associate of Arts, Science, or Applied Science degrees, professional-technical degrees, continuing education credits, and specialty skill certificates. CWI also offers basic academic classes to help prepare for a GED, dual credit for high school students, and fast-track career training for working professionals. Students can choose from classes offered at a variety of campus locations throughout western Idaho or online, which are available to fit day, evening, and weekend schedules. Created by a supermajority of voters in Ada and Canyon Counties on May 22, 2007, CWI is the only public community college dedicated to serving western Idaho. The College is dedicated to improving the community s economic well-being by responding with highly-educated and productive graduates. OUR MISSION, PURPOSE, AND CONSTITUENT GROUPS The College of Western Idaho is a public, open-access, and comprehensive community college committed to providing affordable access to quality teaching and learning opportunities to the residents of its service area in western Idaho One Stop Student Services One Stop Student Services is the easiest way to get answers and information about CWI. Call or stop by with any of your questions about admissions, financial aid, registration, transcripts, student enrichment, and all other student-services issues. We re here to help! CALL: FAX: CLICK: Or stop by any One Stop Student Services location listed on pages 6 7. OUR VISION The College of Western Idaho provides affordable, quality teaching and learning opportunities for all to excel at learning for life. MISSION: CORE THEMES PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL EDUCATION Prepare western Idaho s professional-technical workforce. GENERAL EDUCATION Prepare western Idaho students for transfer to four-year colleges and universities. BASIC SKILLS EDUCATION Provide foundational basic skills to students in western Idaho to prepare them for professional-technical, general education, and short-term training. COMMUNITY OUTREACH Offer professional-development and adult-enrichment education to western Idaho. INSTITUTIONAL STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Structure student success. Develop systems to support faculty and staff. Implement practices for fiscal stability. Connect the College to the community. Ensure the sustainability of CWI s infrastructure.

13 Our Open-Door Policy CWI has an open-door admissions policy. We welcome anyone seeking to benefit from our educational programs and services regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, and/or disability. Our open-door policy results in a diverse student population with varied experiences, backgrounds, abilities, interests, needs, and educational goals. CWI is committed to providing all eligible students access to appropriate educational offerings. CWI administers a placement test in order to place students in appropriate courses. Some programs and courses have special requirements for admission/registration. Our Degrees and Certificates CWI confers the following degrees and certificates: Associate of Arts Degree (AA) Associate of Science Degree (AS) Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC) Technical Certificate (TC) Postsecondary Certificate (PTC) Our Accreditation The College of Western Idaho delivers college credit instruction, certificates, and degrees through its memorandum of understanding with the College of Southern Idaho (CSI). CSI is accredited through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). The NWCCU is a regional postsecondary accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Credits, certificates, and degrees earned at CWI appear on CSI transcripts and are transferable to fouryear institutions, subject to the specific policies of those institutions. On January 11, 2012, the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) granted CWI Candidacy for Accreditation status at the associate degree level. Candidacy is not accreditation nor does it ensure eventual accreditation. Candidate for Accreditation is a status of affiliation with the Commission, which indicates that the institution has achieved initial recognition and is progressing toward accreditation. Until separate accreditation is granted, CWI will continue to deliver college credit instruction, certificates, and degrees through its contract with the College of Southern Idaho (CSI). NORTHWEST COMMISSION ON COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES (NWCCU) th Avenue NE, Suite 100 Redmond, WA Several of our programs are also accredited by the appropriate accrediting agencies, and graduates are eligible to take the qualifying examinations of the respective state and national licensing or registration bodies and join professional organizations. Our Structure CWI is a comprehensive community college with several locations throughout Idaho s Treasure Valley. Funding for the College comes from tuition and fees, the state of Idaho, and the community college taxing district, made up of Ada and Canyon Counties. The College is governed by a volunteer five-member Board of Trustees, who are elected at large from within Ada and Canyon Counties for staggered, four-year terms. CWI was established in 2007 and began offering courses in January ABOUT CWI CALL

14 COURSE CATALOG Our Core Learning Outcomes CRITICAL THINKING: the ability to think using analysis, synthesis, evaluation, problem-solving, judgment, and the creative process QUANTITATIVE REASONING: the ability to calculate, measure, and analyze data COMMUNICATION: the ability to develop, support, and appropriately communicate ideas through speech, writing, performance, or visual media INFORMATION LITERACY: the ability to locate, understand, assess, and synthesize information in a technologically driven society Our Educational Services CWI provides the following educational services: Lower Division Transfer/General Education majors oriented toward transfer to four-year schools Professional Technical Education programs designed to prepare students for the workforce Basic Skills Education offers developmental courses for those needing to improve their academic skills Concurrent college credit courses for high school students Business Partnerships/Workforce Development provides short-term training for skills development LOWER DIVISION TRANSFER/ GENERAL EDUCATION The College of Western Idaho prepares students to earn an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree and then, if they so choose, to transfer those credits to a baccalaureate institution. General Education programs are comprised of instruction in liberal arts and sciences to develop knowledge and skill in communication, humanities, mathematics, science, and social science. college-level competency. Courses in mathematics, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and spelling are offered at a developmental level. CWI students are placed in developmental studies courses at various levels based upon the results of their COMPASS (Computerized Adaptive Placement Assessment and Support System) test scores. HYBRID COURSES Hybrid courses combine face-to-face classroom instruction with online learning. A portion of a hybrid course is scheduled on-campus and the rest is completed online. CWI hybrid courses offer students the best of both worlds with regularly scheduled interaction with faculty, combined with the flexibility of computer-based learning process. Benefits of a hybrid course: A combination of the best features of face-to-face instruction and the best features of online education Regularly scheduled faculty/student interactions Less seat time: The hybrid courses meet less frequently on-campus than traditional classes, providing flexible course offerings for students who have demanding work schedules and/or family responsibilities Flexibility of completing assignments through Blackboard (a computer-based learning platform) Individualized assistance for students who need additional help BASIC SKILLS EDUCATION The Basic Skills Education program is designed to improve the educational level of adults, out-of-school youth, and non- English speakers in our 10-county service area. CWI recognizes the worth and importance of the individual who has less than a high school education and the need for community-based instruction. The Basic Skills Education program provides services in campus-based learning centers and outreach centers in community-based sites in southwestern Idaho. Services include instruction in basic skills: reading, writing, and math, as well as GED preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL), and English language civics. Eligible students include adults over 16 years of age not currently enrolled in school seeking to prepare for life, work, or postsecondary education with skill levels below the college level and who have the ability to benefit from the instruction PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL EDUCATION Professional Technical Education at the College of Western Idaho provides training for those occupations in CWI s service area that require less than a four year degree. Degrees and certificates offered in Professional Technical Education are the Associate of Science degree (AS, nursing only), Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS), Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC), Technical Certificate (TC), and Post Secondary Technical Certificate (PTC). CWI continually assesses the needs of its service region to ensure that programs meet the training needs and skill requirements in demand. DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES Developmental Studies offers learning opportunities for college students who need to raise existing skills to a Mission Statement We are a free program dedicated to providing opportunities for adults to learn the basic academic and English language skills they need to meet their goals in the workplace and the community. For more information about Basic Skills Education, please call (Boise) or (Nampa). DUAL CREDIT CWI recognizes the nationwide movement toward providing high school students of outstanding academic achievement and/or inclination the opportunity to earn college credit toward an undergraduate degree prior to high school graduation. CWI accepts high school students as one of its important constituent groups and considers dual-credit programs to be a major part of its off-campus outreach effort.

15 The Dual Credit program allows high school students to enroll in college classes for credit prior to high school graduation. College credits earned through Dual Credit may apply toward high school and college graduation. CWI provides high school students with the opportunity to earn college credit in qualified classes taken at the high school campus or on the CWI campuses and online. Through this program, dual-credit students can accumulate college credits prior to entering college providing opportunities to graduate from college early or on time. ABOUT CWI Credits earned through the Dual Credit program can be transferred to other Idaho colleges and universities. Colleges and universities outside the state of Idaho and private institutions within the state are not bound by the same credit transfer policy; therefore, it is the student s responsibility to check institutional transfer policies before registering for dual-credit coursework. Dual-credit courses help high school students make the transition from high school to college. Students can learn what college professors expect while still in their familiar high school surroundings. When a student matriculates into a college system, he or she will have already acquired the confidence to succeed academically. In addition, dual-credit courses enable high schools to offer students more options than are available in a regular high school curriculum. Dual-credit students also pay less in college tuition* and may be able to save on books. * High school students pay a reduced per-credit rate for dualcredit courses. For more information, please speak with a high school counselor, check our website at hscredit, or contact: ERIC STUDEBAKER Director of Dual Credit Phone: ericstudebaker@cwidaho.cc KATHY CULBERTSON Administrative Assistant Phone: kathyculbertson@cwidaho.cc TECH PREP Tech Prep allows current high school students to earn college and high school credit in certain professional-technical fields. Students learn technical skills that can lead to better-paying jobs, get a head start toward a college degree, and open the door to exciting technical careers. Tech Prep fees are $19 per credit hour. For more information about earning college credit through Tech Prep, ask your high school counselor or professional-technical teacher, contact One Stop Student Services at , or visit cc/future-students/earning-college-credit-high-school. For assistance with CATEMA and other Tech Prep questions, please contact: SAM GALAN Region III Tech Prep Coordinator Phone: samgalan@cwidaho.cc YVONNE MCKEE Administrative Assistant Phone: yvonnemckee@cwidaho.cc BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS/ WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CWI, through the Business Partnerships/Workforce Development (BP/WD), offers noncredit, short-term programs that prepare students for employment and provide skillupgrade opportunities. BP/WD offers a wide selection of certificate classes and fast-track career training. It is a resource for employee development where workers can advance their skills through public, open-enrollment programs or employers can request customized programs to meet their business needs. Business Partnerships/Workforce Development program areas include health and medical, emergency services, computers, business and professional, trades and manufacturing, construction, and apprenticeships. A wide range of online programs are also available. BP/WD programs include: HEALTH AND MEDICAL Medical Assistant Medical Coding and Billing Nursing Assistant Phlebotomy Dietary Manager Esthetics Advanced Esthetics Pharmacy Technician IV Therapy CPR/First Aid American Heart Association (AHA) Law Enforcement Phlebotomy Assistance With Medication Nursing Assistant Testing, Skills and Written CALL

16 COURSE CATALOG EMERGENCY SERVICES EMT Basic and EMT Advanced Paramedic OSHA/NCCER COMING SOON: ONLINE/HYBRID CLASSES Medical Assistant Medical Billing and Coding EMT Basic COMPUTERS Fundamental computer classes (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Internet) BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL Workplace English Workplace Digital Technology Supervision: Keys to Success TRADES AND MANUFACTURING Auto - Auto Body Paint and Repair Basics - Small Engine & Auto Shop Basics Computer Drafting/Modeling - AutoCAD I & II - SolidWorks I & II Electronics - CET Exam Prep (Certified Electronics Technician - Electronics I & II - PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) I & II - Soldering I & II - Fabrication I & II CONTINUING EDUCATION Computer Drafting/Modeling - SketchUp - SolidWorks - AutoDesk Suite HVAC Commercial Refrigeration HVAC Manual D Duct Design and Airflow HVAC Manual J Heat Load Calculations Electrical Code Update Based on 2011 NEC HVAC Fuel Gas Piping and Venting HVAC EPA Section 608 Certificate Phlebotomy Medical Terminology Microsoft Office Professional (Excel, Access, QuickBooks) Leadership Solutions Workplace Spanish Practical Office Skills Training Machine Shop - Advanced Machine Shop Tools - CNC programing - Machine Shop Fundamentals OSHA- General Industry - Print Reading/Workplace Math/Measurement Tools Welding - Multipurpose - Stick, MIG, TIG, etc. (choose) - Pipe Welding - Stainless Steel HVAC Carbon Monoxide Hydraulics & Pneumatics Electrical Code Upgrade Motor Controls 2011 Electrical Code Upgrade Grounding 2011 Electrical Journeyman Test Prep PLC (Programmable Logic Control) I & II Plumbing Appliance Specialty Journeyman Certificate Plumbing Journeyman Practical Exam Safety OSHA -NCCER Apprentices master a trade as full-time, paid employees under the direct supervision of a qualified journeyman while attending approved related schooling. Idaho s Electrical, HVAC, and Plumbing Apprenticeship programs are designed to prepare state-registered apprentices to take the Idaho State Journeyman s Exams. An apprentice must complete four years of schooling and work experience. If not employed as an apprentice, employment must be obtained within one year of starting the course. Apprentices in the Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship program are not licensed through the State Division of Building Safety, yet work much the same. HUNDREDS OF ONLINE COURSES Gatlin Educational Services Ed2Go Pearson NCCER Career Classes/Certificates Skills/Professional Enrichment BP/WD CUSTOMIZED OPPORTUNITIES FOR BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY The Business Partnerships/Workforce Development (BP/WD) supports local industry and responds quickly to emerging needs with high-quality, customized training programs. When it comes to training, BP/WD recognizes that one size doesn t necessarily fit all. Programs are customized to ensure the content meets or exceeds expectations and business goals. Focus courses can meet continuing education requirements and provide advanced skills training. Programs are affordable and effective with direct application to the work environment. Changes in performance can directly impact an organization s bottom line. Additional productivity can improve organizational profit and enhance the economic growth of the community. For more information about workforce development through BP/ WD or assistance in planning short-term training, please contact One Stop Student Services at or contact or visit For questions regarding BP/WD programs, please contact the appropriate program manager: BECKY SHERMAN Technology and Business Solutions Program Manager Phone: beckysherman@cwidaho.cc KATHLEEN POLLARD Health Programs Program Manager Phone: kathleenpollard@cwidaho.cc EVELYN GRIME Trades, Construction, Apprentice, and Manufacturing Program Manager Phone: evelyngrime@cwidaho.cc TOM ATKINS Hospitality Program Manager Phone: tomatkins@cwidaho.cc CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN Computer Drafting/Modeling - AutoCAD I & II - AutoCAD & REVIT (working together) - REVIT I & II - SketchUp I & II - SolidWorks I & II Construction Site Erosion - Responsible Person - Plan Designer Flagging Heavy-Equipment Simulator Training LEED Exam Prep OSHA- Constructions NCCER Print Reading/Workplace Math/Measurement Tools 14 APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS Electrical 4-Year Apprenticeship Plumbing 4-Year Apprenticeship HVAC 4-Year Apprenticeship

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18 COURSE CATALOG Becoming a CWI Student Admission Guiding Principle: The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is an open-enrollment, equal opportunity institution. Students will be accepted regardless of gender, race, or creed. DEGREE-SEEKING ADMISSION A degree-seeking student at CWI is eligible to enroll in college credit classes leading toward a college degree. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Be 18 or older. Complete the Application for Admission (available online at Pay the one-time $25 application fee (nonrefundable). Submit one of the following: A high school transcript showing graduation* OR Official GED transcripts* OR Official accredited college transcript with an AA, AS, AAS, BA, or BS conferred * High school/home school transcripts with sixth-semester grades posted will be accepted, but final high school/home school transcripts showing graduation are still required to complete admission. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED ITEMS FOR PREREQUISITE INFORMATION AND POTENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBILITY: Submit official college or university transcripts from regionally accredited institutions. Submit recent (within three years) ACT test scores, SAT test scores, or all three sections (Math, Reading, and Writing) of the COMPASS test scores. Submit official high school or GED transcript. transcript with sixth-semester grades in progress.* OR Submit official GED transcripts. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED ITEMS FOR PREREQUISITE INFORMATION AND POTENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL AID ELIGIBILITY: Submit official college or university transcripts from regionally accredited institutions. Submit recent (within three years) ACT test scores, SAT test scores, or all three sections (Math, Reading, and Writing) of the COMPASS test scores. Submit official high school or GED transcript. Important: The state of Idaho does not regulate or monitor home school education. More information can be found here: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS SUBMITTING FOREIGN HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS* Be 18 or older. Complete the Application for Admission (available online at Pay the one-time $25 application fee (nonrefundable). Submit an official high school transcript showing graduation. Submit recent (within three years) ACT test scores, SAT test scores, or all three sections (Math, Reading, and Writing) of the COMPASS or ESL COMPASS test scores. *These requirements are not for international students. For guidelines on applying to CWI as an international student, please see below MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND HOME SCHOOL /NON- ACCREDITED HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES YOUNGER THAN 18: CWI welcomes students currently participating in high school and home school programs. For degreeseeking admissions, students must: Be 16 or 17. Complete the Application for Admission (available online at Pay the one-time $25 application fee (nonrefundable). Submit official high school transcript or home school

19 NON-DEGREE-SEEKING ADMISSION A non-degree-seeking student is enrolled for college credit classes, but is not working toward a college degree at CWI. Non-degree-seeking students are not eligible for Federal Financial Aid. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Be 16 or older. Complete the Application for Admission (available online at Pay the one-time $25 application fee (nonrefundable). RECOMMENDED ITEMS: Note: Some CWI courses have required prerequisites. In addition, though not needed for a non-degree admission decision, it is recommended that students also provide the following items for course placement and prerequisite requirements: Provide recent (within three years) ACT, SAT, or COMPASS test scores. Provide official transcript from an accredited high school or GED transcripts. Provide official college or university transcripts from regionally accredited institutions. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS In partnership with College of Southern Idaho (CSI), CWI participates in the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). International applicants are those students who are not U.S. citizens, are not resident aliens, and are not refugees. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Be 18 or older. Complete the Application for Admission (available online at Pay the one-time $25 application fee (nonrefundable). Submit the following: Official transcript from high school and all colleges attended to World Education Services (wes.org) at the student s expense and list CWI as the recipient of the evaluation. The evaluation must demonstrate either equivalency to a U.S. high school diploma or a transferable college degree. Submit the additional international student forms that can be obtained by contacting the International Student Specialist. The forms include a questionnaire and a certification of finances, including a bank statement in U.S. dollars. If transferring from another U.S. postsecondary institution, the International Student Transfer Form must also be completed by the student and signed by that institution s representative. Once all admissions requirements are met and the international applicant is accepted to CWI, an I-20 will be issued. The student must then submit the I-20 to the American Consulate to receive a student visa. For more information, please contact: LAURA WOODALL Advisor, International Student Specialist Phone: laurawoodall@cwidaho.cc CRYSTAL VAN KOMEN Manager, Registrar Phone: crystalvankomen@cwidaho.cc ADMISSION TO SPECIAL PROGRAMS Even after students are admitted to the College, CWI offers some programs that require additional information from applicants before admission to the program can be offered. Information will be communicated to applicants regarding their acceptance status into their selected majors and any additional steps they must take. Limited-enrollment programs may include those with special admission criteria or space limitations. DUAL CREDIT REGISTRATION Dual-credit students are high school students who are registered for courses that may simultaneously earn college and high school credit. Dual-credit courses may be offered on the high school campus and taught by a high school instructor or may be taken at a CWI campus location or online. Dual Credit enables students to make substantial progress toward college degrees before they finish high school. Dual-credit students pay a reduced per-credit fee for these college courses. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Be an Idaho high school student. Be 16 or older or have successfully completed at least onehalf of the high school graduation requirements as certified by the local school district. Students not meeting this requirement may still apply by completing the Sophomore by Exception Form included in the Dual Credit Registration Packet. Have a minimum 2.0 high school cumulative GPA. Be enrolled in an eligible Dual Credit class. Have permission of high school official. Have permission of parent/guardian. Submit the CWI Dual Credit Registration Form signed by parent and high school official for each semester of enrollment. TECH PREP PARTICIPATION Tech Prep students are current high school students earning college and high school credit in certain professional-technical fields. Courses are offered at Idaho high schools and college credit is awarded through Articulation Agreements. Tech Prep enables students to make progress toward college degrees before they finish high school. Tech Prep students pay $19 per credit for classes under the Articulation Agreement with the high school and CWI. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Be enrolled in an accredited Idaho high school. Be 16 or older or have successfully completed at least onehalf of the high school graduation requirements as certified by the local school district. Have a minimum 2.0 high school cumulative GPA. Be enrolled in an eligible Tech Prep class. Receive at least a B in the high school course and have high school teacher recommendation for college credit. Be enrolled in the CATEMA system in high school. Have permission of high school official. Have permission of parent/guardian. Submit the CWI Tech Prep Registration Form signed by parent and high school official for each semester of enrollment. CALL BECOMING A CWI STUDENT 17

20 COURSE CATALOG Advising It is the intention of CWI that all students have access to academic advising that provides each student with a fully developed educational plan. In addition, students have access to advisors who may clarify and monitor program requirements and assist students each semester in deciding which courses they need to take and the sequence necessary to complete their educational plans. At the completion of the initial enrollment planning session, each student should declare a major or program of study. Students at CWI are provided with three advising alternatives depending on their class standings and/or programs of study: Prospective and first-semester students are assisted by One Stop Student Services and Advisors. For more information on applying and registering, visit any One Stop Student Services location. Professional Technical Education students are assigned to faculty advisors during the first semester of their program classes. The faculty advisor assigned will be from the student s program of study and can assist with career preparation, course selection, and general mentorship. Prior to registering for a second semester, students are encouraged to meet with their faculty advisors. A student who is unsure who his/her faculty advisor is can contact One Stop Student Services. Professional-technical students who are completing prerequisites or general-education classes and have not started the program classes should meet with a staff advisor by contacting the One Stop. General Education students may: Be self-advised. Students who want to self-advise can complete the Self-Advised Student Request forms and turn them in at any One Stop Student Services location. Be advised by staff advisors. Students seeking to speak to staff advisors may schedule appointments or inquire of walk-in hours at any One Stop Student Services office. Be assigned to a specific faculty advisor. Students desiring to select faculty advisors may submit requests at a One Stop Student Services office. Students who have not yet decided on their majors should visit the Career and College Transfer Center for assistance in identifying their educational goals. Students can contact a One Stop Student Services office to arrange to meet with a career advisor. Staff advisors will work in collaboration with faculty advisors to provide complimentary advising services, appropriate workshops and seminars, and intensive support for students. Faculty advisors and staff advisors will also provide coordinated services specific to the needs of transfer planning for students who wish to transfer to four-year colleges after attending and/or graduating from CWI. A special advising service that will be provided by our professional advising staff will be the Personal Academic Career Enrichment (PACE) program, which will provide enhanced advising support for students. Students identified during the enrollment process or by faculty advisors may be required to participate in these advising services; other students may wish to voluntarily participate in these advising sessions, workshops on study skills, time management, and other adjustment issues. PACE participants receive enhanced advising services through a learning-agreement process and additional advising support. COMPASS Placement CWI uses the COMPASS (Computerized Adaptive Placement Assessment and Support System) test from American College Testing (ACT) for placement. Degree-seeking students should take the COMPASS test prior to enrolling in courses at CWI. Non-degree-seeking students should take the COMPASS test if enrolling in courses that require mathematics or English placement. All placement scores will be considered valid if they have been taken within three years from the date of course registration. As such, if a student has taken the COMPASS test in the past, he/she may not have to retake the assessment. Successful completion of college-level coursework indicated on official transcripts from accredited colleges/ universities or ACT or SAT scores may also exempt a student 18

21 from taking part or all of the COMPASS test sections. Visit an advisor for complete placement information. COMPASS assessments are a series of untimed adaptive tests in the areas of reading, writing, and mathematics. These assessments are used during the advising process to assist students in selecting appropriate course levels in which they are likely to be successful. The initial costs for COMPASS testing are included within the application fee for CWI applicants. One retake of each subsection is allowed for all CWI applicants at no additional charge. An additional retake may be approved if a student is within five points of being placed into a higher course or with the approval of an advisor or faculty member. Any additional retakes will require authorization from an advisor or faculty member and be subject to a $5 fee per assessment section. All testers must wait 24 hours between COMPASS test retakes. Students who are currently enrolled in math or English classes at CWI will only be allowed to retake the COMPASS test for the related course placement with the permission of the assistant dean over that discipline. Students who have taken the COMPASS test in the past and have not been enrolled for two semesters may also retake the COMPASS test at no charge to demonstrate current skill levels. Students who do not intend to enroll at CWI may also take the COMPASS test at CWI by paying a $5 fee per assessment section. CWI has Assessment Centers available in Nampa and Boise. COMPASS placement testing is available on a walk-in basis. Please allow approximately an hour for each assessment section. For current locations and hours of operation, please contact One Stop Student Services at or COMPASS Internet Remote Testing is also available for students in many supervised COMPASS test centers across the country. There is no cost for CWI students taking the COMPASS test from a distance; however, a proctoring fee may be charged by the remote location. Students can arrange to have their COMPASS test placements or diagnostic assessments administered away from a CWI campus location by contacting One Stop Student Services at or Upon completion of this assessment process, the scores and course placement can be evaluated with each student to develop an appropriate first-semester schedule and initial educational plan. This process will be completed by an advisor and the student prior to his/her first registration. For students currently in high school, the College recommends taking the COMPASS test during the last semester of their senior year or right after graduation to maximize their mathematics and English preparation. Students who have already graduated from high school can take the assessment any time prior to registration. ESL COMPASS Placement For students who speak English as a learned language, CWI uses ESL COMPASS assessments to determine placement in English as a Second Language courses that are specially designed to meet these students needs and help them be successful in an academic setting. The ESL COMPASS assessment includes sections in Reading, Grammar Usage, and Listening. These assessments may be taken all at once or individually. ESL COMPASS testing is subject to the same costs and retesting policies as mentioned above. For more information about the ESL COMPASS assessments, please contact One Stop Student Services at or cc/contact. Registration Students can register online through mycwi or in person at any One Stop Student Services Center. Students attempting to register during the second week of the fall or spring term or on Thursday or Friday of the first week of the summer term must have instructor permission to register. Instructors are not required to give their permission. Students will not be allowed to register after the first two weeks of the term for any courses that start during the first week of the term. Students entering late must make up all work missed in the courses in which they enroll. CALL BECOMING A CWI STUDENT 19