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2 Chancellor s Welcome Welcome to the Lone Star College System! We know you have a choice and we are proud that you have chosen Lone Star College System for your higher education needs. LSCS is nationally recognized, globally connected and locally focused, and as a leader in higher education innovation, your LSCS education will be first rate. You will be joining the close to 80,000 students in credit courses who call LSCS home each year. Lone Star College System understands that in today s changing world, education and career training have never been more important and we have never been more focused on the success of our students. That s why at Lone Star College you can earn an associate degree, take classes that transfer to four-year universities, update your current job skills, train for a new profession or take continuing education classes for enrichment. We want you to succeed, and we are here to help you achieve your goal! We have made a number of changes to better guide you through college including an improved orientation process, more advisors, more focus on selecting the right program of study, and other strategies, designed to help you perform at the highest level and reach your educational goals. As an innovative leader in higher education, LSCS has two University Centers that are designed to provide upper-level university classes and a seamless transfer process to achieve a four-year college degree. Lone Star College System also offers cutting edge online access to classes via LSC-Online and provides customized workforce training and development to employers through our Lone Star Corporate College. We also understand that not everyone can be full-time or 9 to 5 student. That s why we hold classes throughout the day, evenings and weekends. And don t forget that Lone Star College System provides opportunities for specialized training for long-term careers in high demand fields, like energy, manufacturing, healthcare and computer technology. Lone Star College System is committed to keeping your education accessible by keeping it affordable. If you need financial aid, our advisors can provide you with a variety of financial aid options including scholarships, grants, work study and more. LSCS is constantly evolving and changing with the needs of the community and prepares students to enter the workforce fully qualified to succeed. You can be assured that you will receive a topnotch education no matter what program of study or career training you choose to pursue. It s a great time to attend Lone Star College System. Welcome! Lone Star College System puts its students first. Those are words we put into action through our total commitment to student success and credential completion. At LSCS, classes are small most average about 24 students which gives you personalized attention from the outstanding LSCS faculty. And all of the Lone Star Colleges offer mentoring, tutoring and counseling to help you achieve your success all as part of your student experience. Dr. Richard Carpenter Chancellor The chancellor is the chief executive officer of the Lone Star College System.

3 Lone Star College System Catalog 2013/2014 LoneStar.edu NOTE: Pages that include red text, tabs and notations have been edited after the publication of the print edition of the catalog. These edits can also be found in the addendum. Latest update: February 2014 Lone Star College System 41 st Annual Catalog A system of comprehensive, public, two-year colleges, the Lone Star College System offers academic, workforce development, continuing and technical education, and general programs and services, as well as customized contract training. Residents in the following independent school districts have voted to join the college system and qualify for in-district tuition rates: Aldine, Conroe, Cypress-Fairbanks, Humble, Klein, Magnolia, New Caney, Splendora, Spring, Tomball and Willis. Publication date June 3, For updates, refer to the catalog online at LoneStar.edu/lscs-catalog.

4 CAMPUS LOCATIONS Campus Locations Montgomery 75 New Waverly Willis LSC-Conroe Center Magnolia LSC-University Center at Montgomery LSC-Montgomery LSC-System Offices and Training Center LSC-Tomball Tomball LSC-EMCID LSC-CyFair LSC-Tomball Health Science Building LSC-University Park Louetta Rd. Red Oak Dr. LSC-University Center at University Park LSC-North Harris LSC-Kingwood LSC-Health Professions Building Peakwood Dr. LSC- Greenspoint Center Will Clayton Pkwy. LSC-Atascocita Center Lakeshore Landing W. Lake Houston Pkwy. LSC-Cypress Center (Fall 2013) Clay Rd. Fry Rd. LSC-Victory Center LSC- Fairbanks Center Lone Star College-CyFair 9191 Barker Cypress Road Cypress, TX Lone Star College-Kingwood Kingwood Drive Kingwood, TX Lone Star College-Montgomery 3200 College Park Drive Conroe, TX Lone Star College-North Harris 2700 W. W. Thorne Drive Houston, TX Lone Star College-Tomball Tomball Parkway Tomball, TX Lone Star College-University Park S.H. 249 Houston, TX Lone Star College-University Center at Montgomery 3232 College Park Drive The Woodlands, TX / Lone Star College-University Center at University Park S.H. 249 Houston, TX System Office and Training Center 5000 Research Forest Drive The Woodlands, TX LSCS Catalog 2013/2014

5 Admissions (CREDIT CLASSES ONLY) For application information about early admission (concurrent with high school enrollment); foreign student admission; policies on admission; or residency information: LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Montgomery LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-University Park ADVISING & Counseling Services For appointment with a counselor, testing, advanced placement, academic warning, registration and advising, degree planning, disabled student assistance, orientation, transferability of courses/ course equivalence: LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Montgomery LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-University Park Veteran Services Bookstore LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Montgomery LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-University Park Business Office LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Montgomery LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-University Park Career Services For career information, cooperative education, and employment advising: LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Montgomery LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-University Park COLLEGE CenterS LSC-Atascocita Center (LSC-Kingwood) LSC-Conroe Center (LSC-Montgomery) LSC-Cypress Center (LSC-CyFair) LSC-EMCID Center (LSC-Kingwood) LSC-Fairbanks Center (LSC-CyFair) LSC-Greenspoint Center (LSC-North Harris) LSC-Victory Center (LSC-North Harris) CONTINUING Education (NON-CREDIT CLASSES) For Continuing Education schedules and GED information: LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Montgomery LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-University Park Phone Numbers Financial Aid Financial Aid for all colleges: Laboratories/Learning Assistance Language Lab (LSC-CyFair) Tutoring Programs (LSC-CyFair) Learning Center (LSC-Kingwood) Learning Center (LSC-Montgomery) Learning Center (LSC-North Harris) Math Lab (LSC-North Harris) Extended Learning Center (LSC-Tomball) Tutoring Programs (LSC-University Park) LIBRARY LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Montgomery LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-University Park Office of INSTRUCTION LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Montgomery LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-University Park President s Office LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Montgomery LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-University Park Registrar s Office For catalogs, changes of address or name, class schedules, drop/add/ withdrawal, enrollment information and graduation: LSC-CyFair LSC-Kingwood LSC-Montgomery LSC-North Harris LSC-Tomball LSC-University Park Transcript Requests SYSTEM OFFICE Chancellor s Office Small Business Development Center LSC-University Center at Montgomery General Information or LSC-University CENTER AT UNIVERSITY Park General Information PHONE NUMBERS LSCS Catalog 2013/2014 3

6 CONTENTS Contents Chancellor s Welcome... Inside Front Cover Campus Locations...2 College Phone Numbers...3 Academic Calendars...8 Accreditations and Affiliations...11 General Information...12 Statement of Mission/Vision...12 Value Statements...12 Lone Star College System/Colleges at a Glance...13 LSC-CyFair...14 LSC-Kingwood...16 LSC-Montgomery...18 LSC-North Harris...20 LSC-Tomball...22 LSC-University Park...24 LSC-University Centers...26 LSC-Online...36 Student Rights...37 Health Occupations Clinical Requirements...38 Equal Opportunity...38 Admission Policies and Procedures...40 Admission Criteria for Courses...40 Exceptional Admissions...41 Dual...41 Joint Admissions...42 Admission Procedures for International Students...43 Registration Policies and Procedures...45 Types of Courses...45 How To Enroll Courses...45 Auditing a Course...45 Academic Overload (Recommended Academic Load)...45 Prerequisite or Corequisite Courses...46 Change of Schedule...46 Course Withdrawal Policy...46 Academic Fresh Start Program...46 College Placement: Texas Success Initiative (TSI) and Student Success Initiative (SSI)...48 TSI Complete Chart...48 College Placement Scores...49 Student Success Course...50 Intensive English Program...51 Developmental Education...52 Articulation LSCS Catalog 2013/2014

7 Contents CONTENTS Advanced Technical Course Crosswalk...54 Continuing Education and Linked Courses...55 Financial Information and Assistance...56 Tuition and Fee Schedule...56 Fee Schedule...57 Differential Fee by Program...57 Refund Policy...57 Drops and Withdrawals...58 Regulations Concerning Checks...58 Resident Status...59 Documentation for State Resident/In-District Resident Status...60 Financial Assistance...63 Endowed Scholarships-LSC Foundation...63 Grants/Application Processing...63 Need-Based (Title IV) Programs...63 Refund Policy for Students Receiving Financial Aid...64 Other Financial Information...65 Tuition Exceptions for Fire Science...66 Veteran/Military Educational Benefits...67 Records Policies and Procedures...68 Transfer of from Other Institutions...68 International Transcripts...68 Transcripts of from LSCS...68 Grade Reports...68 Repetition of Courses...68 Classification Status...69 Enrollment Status...69 Release of Student Records Policy...69 Degree Plans and Transfer Guides...69 Transfer to Other Institutions...69 Academic Policies, Procedures and Services...72 Course Numbering System...72 for Courses...72 Flexible Schedule Options...72 Class Attendance...72 Student Absence on Religious Holy Days...72 Course Outcomes and Examinations...73 Grading Standards...73 Grade Point Average...74 Academic Accountability...74 Academic Achievement Recognition...74 Academic Standing Categories...74 Honors Program...75 Phi Theta Kappa...76 Prior Learning Assessment...76 by Internal Challenge Exams...77 by External Examination...77 LSCS Catalog 2013/2014 5

8 CONTENTS Contents Foreign Language Placement Exams...80 Academic Integrity...81 Academic Appeals...81 LSCS Libraries...81 Learning Centers...82 Student Development Programs and Services...83 Counseling and Advising Services...83 Career Services...83 Student Life...84 Student Organizations...84 Student Publications...84 Intramural and Club Sports...84 Bulletins and Posters...84 Student Conduct...84 Student Discipline Procedures...85 Emergency Procedures...85 Contagious/Communicable Diseases...86 College Police...86 Parking...86 College Bookstore...86 Graduation Requirements...87 Programs of Instruction...87 LSCS Core Curriculum Perspectives...88 Core Curriculum Exemplary Objectives...89 General Associate Degree Requirements...91 Associate of Applied Science Degree...92 Earning Additional Associate Degrees...92 Certificate Programs and General Requirements...92 Graduation...93 AA, AS, AAT Transferability...93 Graduation Through Reverse Transfer...93 Degree Options...94 Core Requirements for Associate of Arts and Associate of Science...96 Requirements for the Associate of Arts...97 Requirements for the Associate of Science...98 Associate of Arts in Teaching...99 Field of Study Program Offerings Area of Concentration Offerings Programs of Study Requirements for the Associate of Applied Science Degree Prefixes Assigned to Programs and Disciplines Course Revision Crosswalk LSCS Catalog 2013/2014

9 Contents Degrees and Certificates Accounting Administrative Services Automotive Technology Biotechnology Business Administration Computer Information Technology Cosmetology Dental Hygiene Diagnostic Medical Sonography Electrician Emergency Medical Services Professions Engineering and Manufacturing Technology Engineering Technology Fire Science Technology Game Design & Simulation Geographic Information Systems Health Information Technology Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Human Services Interior Design Technology Interpreter Training Technology Land Surveying & Mapping Technology Live Entertainment Technology Logistics Management Machining Technology Medical Assisting Medical Radiologic Technology Nursing Occupational Therapy Assistant Paralegal Studies Pharmacy Technology Physical Therapist Assistant Respiratory Care Surgical Technology Veterinary Technology Visual Communication Welding Technology CONTENTS Description of Courses (listed in alpha order by course abbreviation) Personnel Appendix: Lone Star College System Endowed Scholarships Index Board of Trustees...Inside Back Cover LSCS Catalog 2013/2014 7

10 Calendar 13/14 calendar January 2013 S M T W T F S February 2013 S M T W T F S March 2013 S M T W T F S April 2013 S M T W T F S May 2013 S M T W T F S June 2013 S M T W T F S Fall Term 2013 Registration begins... April 10 Full payment due for fall classes... Aug. 16 Faculty return... Aug. 19 Last day to register... Aug. 24 Weekday classes begin... Aug. 26 Labor Day holiday... Aug. 31-Sep. 2 Friday evening, Saturday & Sunday classes begin... Sept. 6-8 Official day of record...sept. 9 Last day to file for Dec. graduation...oct. 1 Mid-term...Oct. 19 Last day to drop class & receive W... Nov. 13 Thanksgiving holidays... Nov Dec.1 (offices closed-classes dismiss Nov. 27, 4:30 pm) Final Exams...Dec End of term... Dec. 15 Grades due MyLoneStar (4 pm)... Dec. 17 Winter holidays (offices closed)... Dec Jan. 1 Spring Term 2014 Registration begins... Nov. 18 Full payment due for Dec. Mini-Term... Dec. 6 Last day to register Dec. Mini-Term... Dec. 13 Winter Mini-mester (3 week)... Dec Jan. 5 Winter Mini-mester (4 week)... Dec Jan. 12 W day for 3 week Mini-Term... Dec. 30 College offices reopen... Jan. 2 Full payment due for spring classes... Jan. 4 W day for 4 week Mini-Term... Jan. 6 Faculty return... Jan. 6 Last day to register... Jan. 11 Weekday classes begin... Jan. 13 Friday evening, Saturday & Sunday classes begin...jan M.L. King Jr. holiday (colleges closed)... Jan. 20 Official day of record... Jan. 27 Last day to file for May graduation...feb. 1 Mid-term...March 8 Mid-term break... March (offices closed-no classes March 10-16) July 2013 S M T W T F S August 2013 S M T W T F S September 2013 S M T W T F S October 2013 S M T W T F S November 2013 S M T W T F S December 2013 S M T W T F S LSCS Catalog 2013/2014

11 Calendar 13/14 January 2014 S M T W T F S February 2014 S M T W T F S March 2014 S M T W T F S April 2014 S M T W T F S May 2014 S M T W T F S Classes resume...march 17 Last day to file for Aug. graduation... April 1 Last day to drop class & receive W... April 3 Spring holiday (offices closed)... April Final Exams...May 5-11 Commencement...May 9-10 End of term...may 11 Grades due MyLoneStar (4 pm)...may 13 Summer Terms 2014 Registration begins...march 5 Full payment due for May Mini-Term...May 2 Last day to register for May Mini-Term... May 9 May Mini-Term...May 12 - June 1 Full payment due for Summer classes...may 16 Memorial Day holiday (offices closed)...may Last day to register/pay for Summer I...May 30 Last Day to Pay for Summer 2014 classes (after this date, payment is due the day of registration)...may 30 Regular summer term begins...june 2 (Summer I Term: June 2 - July 8 ) (Summer II Term: July 10 - Aug. 17) Grades due MyLoneStar (4 pm)...june 3 (May Mini-Term) Official Day Summer I Term...June 5 Weekend classes begin... June 6-8 Official Day full Summer Term...June 9 Full payment due for Summer II Term...June 20 W day for Summer I Term...June 24 Independence Day holiday... July 3-6 Last day to register/pay for Summer II...July 9 W day for full Summer Term...July 28 W day for Summer II Term... Aug. 5 End of summer terms... Aug. 17 Grades due MyLoneStar (4 pm)... Aug. 19 * July 2014 S M T W T F S August 2014 S M T W T F S September 2014 S M T W T F S October 2014 S M T W T F S November 2014 S M T W T F S CALENDAR June 2014 S M T W T F S Fall 2014 Fall 2014 registration begins April 9 Faculty return Aug. 18 Weekday classes begin Aug. 25 Weekend classes begin Sept. 5-7 Final Exams are Dec Consult registration guides for registration dates. December 2014 S M T W T F S LSCS Catalog 2013/ This text was revised (effective 8/13). Please see addendum for details. *

12 Lone Star College Calendar Fall 2013 Spring 2014 Summer 2014 august 2013 S M T W T F S september 2013 S M T W T F S calendar october 2013 S M T W T F S november 2013 S M T W T F S * december 2013 S M T W T F S January 2014 S M T W T F S February 2014 march 2014 april 2014 may 2014 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S June 2014 July 2014 august 2014 september 2014 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S Registration & Class Dates Fall 2013 April 10 Registration begins Aug 24 Last day to register Aug 26 Fall classes begin Nov 13 Last day to drop class & receive W Dec 15 End of semester Spring 2014 Dec 16 Jan 12 Winter mini-mester (3 & 4 wks) Nov 18 Registration begins Jan 11 Last day to register Jan 13 Spring classes begin April 3 Last day to drop class for a W May 11 End of semester Summer 2014 March 5 Registration begins May 30 Last day to register for full and first summer term June 2 Summer classes begin June 2 July 8 First summer session June 24 Last day to drop and receive a W for first summer session July 9 Last day to register for second summer term July 10 Aug 17 Second summer session Aug 5 Last day to drop and receive a W for second summer session Aug 17 End of semester Testing & Important Dates Testing Dec 9 15 Final Exams - Fall 2013 May 5 11 Final Exams - Spring 2014 Important Dates May 9 10 Commencement College Holidays 2013 Aug 31 Sept 2 Labor Day holiday Nov 28 Dec 1 Thanksgiving holiday *colleges close 4:30 p.m., Nov 27 Dec 19 Jan 1 Winter holiday 2014 Jan 20 MLK holiday Mar Mid-semester break April Spring holiday May Memorial Day holiday July 3 6 Independence Day holiday 10 LSCS Catalog 2013/2014

13 Accreditation and Affiliations Accreditations and Affiliations The Lone Star College System is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Arts in Teaching, and Associate of Applied Science Degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia or call for questions about the accreditation of the Lone Star College System, to file a third-party comment at the time of the ten-year review, and to file a complaint against the institution for alleged non-compliance with a standard or requirement. Normal inquiries about Lone Star College System such as admissions requirements, financial aid, educational programs, etc. should be addressed directly to Lone Star College System and Accrediting Council for Occupational Therapy Education American Bar Association American Council on Education American Dental Association American Health Information Management Association American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Commission on Credentialing American Veterinary Medical Association Building Industry Consulting Services International Cisco Regional Academy Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs Commission on Accreditation for Physical Therapy Education Commission on English Language Program Accreditation Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care in conjunction with the Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology Microsoft Academy Microsoft IT Academy Accreditations and Affiliations not to the Commission s office. Accredited since 1976, Lone Star College was recently re-accredited in 2012 in its 10-year re-accreditation process. Individual programs at Lone Star College are further approved by numerous national associations and state credentialing agencies including the American Dental Association, the American Society of Health- System Pharmacist Commission on Credentialing, the American Veterinary Medical Association, The Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas, the Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs, the Commission on Accreditation for Physical Therapy Education, the Texas Department of Health Services, the Texas Education Agency and many others. Microsoft MOS Certification Test Center National Automotive Education Foundation National Kitchen and Bath Association National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc. Texas Board of Nursing Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Texas Commission on Fire Protection Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education Texas Community College Speech & Theatre Association Texas Department of State Health Services Texas Education Agency Texas Education Theatre Association Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Texas Real Estate Commission Texas State Board of Public Accountancy Texas State Cosmetology Commission The Community College Speech and Theatre Association The Community Leadership Association Accreditation and Affiliations LSCS Catalog 2013/

14 GENERAL INFORMATON General Information GENERAL INFORMATON Lone Star College System Vision Lone Star College System is recognized globally as the premier community college for student success, innovation and partnerships. Lone Star College System Mission Lone Star College System provides comprehensive educational opportunities and programs to enrich lives. Lone Star College System Value Statements Affordable Access We believe that the Lone Star College System provides an affordable and accessible educational experience which meets the needs of its diverse communities. Building Communities and Partnerships We believe that the Lone Star College System is the catalyst for promoting a seamless educational journey and for nurturing the intellectual and cultural life of the community. Commitment to International Education We believe that the Lone Star College System demonstrates its commitment to international education by embracing multiple perspectives, promoting understanding and educating students to become contributing members in a culturally and ethnically diverse world. Communication We believe that the achievement of the Vision and Mission of the Lone Star College System requires an effective system of communication among both internal and external constituencies. Diversity We believe the Lone Star College System provides an inclusive learning and working environment for our diverse students, faculty, administrators and staff and that our System programs, services and personnel reflect the communities we serve. Economic and Workforce Development We believe that the Lone Star College System serves as the critical link for economic and workforce development to provide prosperity through partnerships with business, government and community organizations. Ethics/Integrity We believe that it is essential that all Lone Star College System employees adhere to the highest standards of ethics and integrity. Evaluation/Accountability We believe that it is essential that the Lone Star College System employ data-supported decision making and regularly assess the impact and outcomes of our efforts for continuous improvement. Human Resources We believe that the most important resources of the Lone Star College System are the individual faculty and staff members, who are entitled to a supportive collegial work environment which rewards excellence and innovation, creates opportunities for professional development, fosters meaningful involvement in shared governance and provides excellent compensation. Leadership We believe that the Lone Star College System, building on a solid foundation of growth and service, is a recognized leader in the community college movement, making important contributions to the profession through partnerships, innovation, scholarship, creative services and integrated technologies. Learning Environment We believe that the Lone Star College System is a dynamic learning environment, distinguished by academic freedom and excellence 12 LSCS Catalog 2013/2014

15 GENERAL INFORMATON in teaching, allowing citizens to develop to the full extent of their ability, to succeed in a competitive work environment and to be effective lifelong learners. Stewardship We believe that the Lone Star College System is committed to rigorous stewardship of the resources entrusted to its care to ensure maximum benefit for the community. Technology We believe that technology is a critical resource in supporting and achieving instructional, operational and strategic goals of the Lone Star College System. Lone Star College System at a Glance LoneStar.edu Known for its innovation and the visionary thinking of its leaders, Lone Star College System is the largest institution of higher education in the greater Houston area and the fastest-growing college system in the U.S. The multi-college system, located across the north Houston region, is comprised of six colleges, five satellite centers, and two university centers: Lone Star College-University Center at Montgomery and Lone Star College-University Center at University Park. Student success is the core mission of this publicly-supported, two-year, comprehensive community college system and it is committed to helping students complete their education and reach their goals. From associate, bachelor s and master s degrees to certification in high-demand careers, Lone Star College provides quality education opportunities for the successful development of knowledge, skills and attitudes for a rapidlychanging world. The college system encompasses more than 1,400 square miles and serves a population of more than 2 million. As the largest community college system in the Houston area, it enrolls more than 78,000 credit students each semester with a total enrollment of more than 90,000 students. Student enrollment has doubled each of the last two decades. Lone Star College has many student groups and organizations that welcome participation and encourage student involvement, which is part of the LSCS Best Start program initiated in 2011 to help students succeed. Best Start is Lone Star College s Quality Enhancement Plan, an important required component for the college s accreditation process with The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, the regional body for the accreditation of degree-granting higher education institutions in the Southern states. The Best Start plan involves a specific set of instructional activities designed to enhance Lone Star College s current efforts to help more students succeed. The four steps of the plan are: Set a goal. Make a plan. Get connected (with faculty, advisor or counselor). Get involved (join campus organizations and volunteer). The plan was introduced in fall 2011 and implementation continues in GENERAL INFORMATON LSCS Catalog 2013/

16 GENERAL INFORMATON About LSC-CyFair Cypress-Fairbanks residents voted to become part of Lone Star College System in August 2000 and the new Lone Star College-CyFair opened in August 2003 as the fifth Lone Star College. LSC-CyFair now has two locations to help make education accessible and convenient for the rapidly-growing Cypress-Fairbanks area: 1) The LSC-CyFair campus on Barker Cypress Road at West Road, a 200-acre, state-of-the-art campus centered around beautiful ponds; and 2) The LSC-Fairbanks Center at U.S. Highway 290 and West Little York Road, which is strategically designed for students who live or work in the southeast portion of the Cy-Fair community. A second satellite center, LSC-Cypress Center, will open this fall at Clay and Fry Roads. Highlights LSC-CyFair offers more than 60 areas of study for the traditional, full- or part-time student; university partnerships, academic transfer courses and degrees; and workforce development and continuing education. Leading-edge technology to promote relevant job skills in CISCO, Visual Communications and more. State-of-the-art welding and manufacturing center, preparing students for degrees in welding, manufacturing, machining, electronics, drafting, engineering technology and more. Exceptional health care programs including nursing, medical radiologic technology, medical assisting and sonography and newly-added magnetic resonance imaging. Access to a comprehensive library system via a collaborative community partnership with the Harris County Public Library and LSC-CyFair. Training for Emergency Medical Services and fire science students at the Emergency Services Education Center via a collaborative community partnership with LSC-CyFair and the Emergency Services District. The Center for the Arts houses the visual and performing arts featuring artistic talent in many mediums displayed in the Bosque Gallery as well as choral, instrumental and theatrical performances year round. GENERAL INFORMATON LSC-CyFair LSC-Cypress Center Fry Rd. Clay Rd. (Fall 2013) Barker Cypress Hwy. 290 West Rd. Hwy. 6 I-10 FM 1960 Spencer Rd. Hwy. 529 W. Little York LSC-CYFAIR 9191 Barker Cypress Road Cypress, TX LoneStar.edu/CyFair LSC-FAIRBANKS Center Northwest Freeway Houston, TX LoneStar.edu/Fairbanks-Center Sam Houston Pkwy. Hwy. 249 LSC- Fairbanks Center LSC-Cypress Center Clay Road Katy, TX LoneStar.edu/cypresscenter 14 LSCS Catalog 2013/2014

17 GENERAL INFORMATON Selected Program Highlights Logistics Management This program of study involves the planning, implementing and controlling the flow and storage of goods, services and related information from point of origin to point of consumption Echocardiography Echocardiography (Cardiac Sonography) is the use of continuous ultrasound waves to diagnose cardiovascular diseases. This degree program is designed to prepare graduates for employment in the healthcare industry as echocardiographers. CISCO Covering a wide variety of technologies from routing and switching, security, voice over ip to data center design and more, this program helps students build skills such as collaboration and problem solving by encouraging practical application of knowledge through hands-on activities and network simulations. Engineering Technology Specialized courses in this program emphasize application more than theoretical development through classroom studies with hands-on, high-tech laboratories. Engineering Technician An engineering technician maintains production oil field service equipment, robots, automated manufacturing machines, oil field pumps, gas pumps, and security systems. This program is part of the Lone Star Energy & Manufacturing Institute. Oil Field Service Technician The Oil Field Service Technician program prepares students to enter the oil and gas industry as an entry level field service technician. Machining Technology The Machining Technology Program prepares students to enter the manufacturing industry as entry level manual machinist and CNC operators. The certificates can be completed in two semesters allowing for job placement within one year of starting the program. Welding Technology The Welding Technology Program prepares students to enter the manufacturing and oil and gas industry as an entry level welder. Certificates can be completed in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, Layout and Fabrication and Pipe. Visual Communication In addition to developing design and conceptual skills, this degree program trains today s digital designers for careers in commercial art and design, desktop publishing, multimedia development, web design, 3-D animation, video and post production. Lone Star College-CyFair Campus N SP North Parking 8 GENERAL INFORMATON Entrance # BARKER CYPRESS SP South Parking SP South Parking Entrance #2 10 Entrance #4 WEST ROAD Entrance #3 1 Center for the Arts (ART) 2 Technology Center (TECH) 3 Learning Commons/College and Harris County Public Library (LRNC) 4 Student Services/Admissions/Financial Aid (CASA) 5 Instructional Building (CASA) 6 College Center/Food Service/ Bookstore/ Fitness Center (CENT) 7 Health Science Center (HSC) 8 Science Laboratory Building (HSC) 9 Central Plant 10 Emergency Service Education Center (ESEC) SP Student Parking LSCS Catalog 2013/

18 GENERAL INFORMATON GENERAL INFORMATON Sorters Rd. LSC-Kingwood Will Clayton Pkwy. McClellan Rd. LSC-KINGWOOD Kingwood Drive Kingwood, TX LoneStar.edu/Kingwood LSC-ATASCOCITA CENTER West Lake Houston Pky Atascocita, TX LSC-EMCID CENTER Highway 59 N New Caney, TX FM 1314 US Hwy. 59 FM 1960 LSC-EMCID Center Northpark Dr. LSC-Atascocita Center W.Lake Houston Pkwy. Kingwood Dr. Lake Shore Landing About LSC-Kingwood When Lone Star College-Kingwood opened in August 1984 as the second Lone Star College it was referred to as the East campus. Situated on 273 beautifully landscaped wooded acres, LSC-Kingwood is conveniently located at U.S Highway 59 and Kingwood Drive in the northeast sector of the Lone Star College System. LSC-Kingwood offers two off-site locations to better serve the rapidly-growing communities of Kingwood, Humble, Atascocita, and eastern Montgomery County. The locations include; 1) The LSC-Atascocita Center at West Lake Houston Parkway, which opened in 2011; and 2) The LSC-EMCID Center at the East Montgomery County Improvement District s state-of-the-art, high-tech facility. In addition, LSC- Kingwood offers high school students the opportunity to earn college credits through its dual credit and early college programs. Highlights In addition to opening the new LSC-Atascocita Center in 2011, two new buildings were completed and opened on the LSC-Kingwood campus the Student Conference Center and the Music Instructional Building, both beautiful, state-of-theart facilities that helped expand services and offerings to students. LSC-Kingwood offers more than 60 areas of study for the traditional, full- or part-time student; university partnerships, academic transfer courses and degrees; and workforce development and continuing education. LSC-Kingwood s Center for Civic Engagement is a unique program that encourages students, faculty, and staff to become active citizens involved in their communities by providing opportunities and resources to engage in service oriented community activities. LSC-Kingwood s Dental Hygiene Program, which is one of the top in the state of Texas, has consistently had an 100 percent pass rate on state board exams by its students. LSC-Kingwood offers other health-related training to prepare students for health careers including nursing, occupational therapy assistant and respiratory care therapist. LSC-Kingwood offers Cosmetology and Facial programs that fully prepare students to meet the requirements to take licensing exams for the state of Texas. LSC-Kingwood has its own television production studio and cable TV station (Channel 42 on Suddenlink.) 16 LSCS Catalog 2013/2014

19 GENERAL INFORMATON Selected Program Highlights Nursing The nursing program offers a hands-on education for students to achieve their nursing dreams through the completion of a vocational nursing certificate, or through the completion of an associate of applied science degree in nursing. Leading laboratories and state-of-the-art equipment ensure that nursing students graduate with real world experience. Fire Science Fire science is a one- to two-year program that leads to either a basic structural firefighter certificate and/or an associate of applied science degree. Students will learn the skills needed to become a state certified firefighter through studying specific techniques while working with trained professionals. Game Design and Simulation Upon completion of the Game Design and Simulation program with either an associate of applied science degree or a one year certificate, students will have learned all aspects of game design from concept to completion including documentation and play testing. Dental Hygiene Dental hygiene is a two-year program leading to an associate of applied science degree. Once they pass their state board exams, graduates will be an asset to future employers by knowing how to perform oral health assessments; expose, process and interpret x-rays when diagnosed by a dentist; remove soft and hard deposits above and below the gum line; and much more. Cosmetology The cosmetology program offers an associate of applied science degree as well as certificate programs in facial specialist and cosmetology operator to train future cosmetologists on various skills they can use to improve the personal appearances of their customers. Interior Design Students in the interior design program will receive both classroom and hands-on experience to train them to work for various architect firms, design studios or corporations and perform tasks such as space planning, lighting design, drafting and furniture specifications. Facilities Management Facilities management is a rapidly-growing industry that encompasses multiple disciplines to ensure functionality of the built environment by integrating people, place, process and technology. Graduates from this program will have an opportunity to work at places such as airports, hospitals, universities, museums, shopping centers, athletic/ entertainment facilities, high-rise office buildings, manufacturing plants and high-tech research centers. Occupational Therapy Occupational therapy is a dynamic allied health profession that provides specialized assistance to help people learn or regain skills needed to live productive and satisfying lives. Through their training, students will be able to show their patients with physical, emotional, social or developmental disabilities how to lead independent and successful lives. Continuing Education Continuing Education (CE) responds to community needs by opening its doors to all who are motivated to learn and enrich their lives. CE provides opportunities to change lives, improve skills and develop talents leading to better jobs and a stronger community. Public Achievement Public Achievement is a youth civic engagement initiative focused on the most basic concepts of citizenship, democracy and public work. GENERAL INFORMATON Lone Star College-Kingwood Campus B SP-C SP-D T SORTERS-McCLELLAN ROAD 1 E SP-F SP-G ROYSTON ROAD KINGWOOD PLACE DRIVE N US HWY 59 1 Fitness Center (FTC) 2 Classroom Building B (CLB) 3 Performing Arts Center (PCA) 4 Classroom Building A (CLA) 5 Library (LIB) 6 Administration Building (ADM) 7 Health Science Building (HSB) 8 Music Building (MUS) 9 Student Conference Center (SCC) 10 Cottages T Tennis Courts B Baseball Field SP Student Parking SP-A SP-B KINGWOOD DRIVE LSCS Catalog 2013/

20 Hwy. 75 GENERAL INFORMATON About LSC-Montgomery In August 1995, Lone Star College-Montgomery opened its doors as the fourth Lone Star College with a dedication ceremony led by then Texas Gov. George W. Bush. It was established as a comprehensive college located on 165 acres of pine forest between The Woodlands and Conroe, to serve the residents of Montgomery County. Like other Lone Star Colleges, LSC-Montgomery recently experienced the most significant campus expansion in its history with three new buildings opening in 2011 on the main campus, as well as a new northside center in the Conroe/Willis area the LSC-Conroe Center. LSC-Montgomery is also located just footsteps away from the LSC-University Center at Montgomery, which offers bachelor s, master s and specialized degrees from several university partners. GENERAL INFORMATON Hwy. 105 FM 1488 Loop 336 S. Hwy. 242 West College Park Dr. LSC-MONTGOMERY 3200 College Park Dr. Conroe, TX Local: Metro: LoneStar.edu/Montgomery LSC-CONROE CENTER 777 Conroe Park North Dr. Conroe, TX Conroe Park North Dr. I-45 North FM 1314 LSC-Montgomery Needham Rd. FM 1484 LSC-Conroe Center Hwy. 105 FM 3083 Highlights LSC-Montgomery s new buildings opened on campus in 2011 include a new Health Science Center, a one-of-its-kind Music Hall, and a General Academic Center, as well as a 1,000-space parking garage. A comprehensive range of transfer, workforce education, continuing education, and developmental education programs is available. A new, two-building campus has opened in north Conroe, convenient for northern Montgomery County residents. The LSC-Conroe Center offers both transferable college credit classes and workforce programs in a variety of trades. The Learning Center provides free support services, including tutoring (walk-in and appointment based), study groups, seminars, consultations, and placement test preparation. Resources for use in the center include Internet access, academic and productivity software, scientific calculators, science models and kits, and study guides for placement testing. A wide variety of career programs is offered, including nursing, radiologic technology, physical therapist assistant, audio visual systems specialist, human services, land surveying, automotive technology, fire science, welding, and many others. The college offers an outstanding honors program, honor societies, service learning, learning communities and an array of clubs and extracurricular activities. Many classes are offered in online or hybrid formats, as well as early morning or late evening. 18 LSCS Catalog 2013/2014

21 GENERAL INFORMATON Selected Program Highlights Automotive Technology In LSC-Conroe Center s high tech automotive lab, earn a General Service Technician certificate, the first step toward accurately diagnosing and repairing components of automobiles. Biotechnology With opportunities for innovative, hands-on research in molecular medicine, energy and the environment, DNA forensics, and more, the renowned biotechnology program offers a two-year degree or an advanced certificate for students with a four-year degree. Criminal Justice This program prepares students for an exciting career in law enforcement, private investigation, social services, and more, and is a great starting point for those interested in becoming lawyers, paralegals, or other law-related personnel. Fire Science Technology Earn a certificate or two-year degree in fire science, which trains students on the tools, techniques, fitness requirements, and emergency skills needed to become a firefighter. Human Services Equipped with a better understanding of counseling, behavior modification, substance abuse, and addiction, graduates from the human services program are able to prevent and remediate problems facing individuals or families. Land Surveying & Mapping Technology Surveying is an integral component of land usage and development, and this program uses state-of-the-art equipment to teach students how to determine and measure the exact contours of the earth s surface. Live Entertainment Technology As one of only four schools nationwide that offer this audio/visual program, LSC-Montgomery s LET students learn to design, maintain, and operate specialty lighting, audio, and visual equipment needed for live productions. Physical Therapist Assistant Find a rewarding career that helps others restore function after injuries or relieve pain from medical conditions with the two-year fully accredited physical therapist assistant program. Radiologic Technology Graduates from the elite radiologic technology program, which trains students to utilize x-ray technology to create images of body parts and organ systems, boast a long-running, 100-percent first-attempt pass rate on the national board exam. Welding The welding program, at the new welding lab at LSC-Conroe Center, offers extensive training for the beginner to the experienced welder, as well as an almost 100-percent hiring rate. Lone Star College-Montgomery Campus West Campus Dr. N SP S Parking Garage/ Campus Police S B F G S A C E I D S SP H SP SP I- 45 NOR TH A B C D E F G H I S SP Commons Building Health Science Center Student Services Center Performing Arts Center Administration Building Library Building General Academic Center Music Hall LSC-University Center Sports Fields/Courts Student Parking GENERAL INFORMATON SP SP SP HWY 242 WEST /COL L EGE PAR K DRIVE LSCS Catalog 2013/