The Arizona community college system and I appreciate your continued support of our mission and the mutual constituents we serve.

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1 S ACCA Arizona Community College Association 2411 West 14 th Street Tempe, AZ / March 15, 2004 Honorable Ken Bennett, President Arizona State Senate 1700 W. Washington Phoenix, Arizona Dear President Bennett: On behalf of the Arizona community college system, it is my pleasure to present you with the Report on Admission of Students Under the Age of Eighteen for FY in accordance with A.R.S I I The Arizona community college system and I appreciate your continued support of our mission and the mutual constituents we serve. Sincerely, 2-11 Jan Guy, Chair Arizona Community College Association c: Honorable Jake Flake, Speaker, Arizona House Ms. Christy Farley, Executive Director, State Board of Education ACCA is a statewide partnership of community college presidents and local district governing board members West 14 th Street Tempe, Arizona Main Phone: FAX:

2 REPORT OVERVIEW This report is submitted in accordance with A.R.S As such, the document reports on students under the age of eighteen who had not yet attained a high school diploma or high school certificate of equivalency and who were enrolled in a community college course or a program for community college credit during the time period of September of the previous fiscal year through August of the current fiscal year. The report includes the following by section: 1.The number of students who were enrolled, and 2. A general narrative of the types of courses or programs in which the students were enrolled. The Arizona Community College Association prepared this document based upon data submitted by each community college district. i

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION I Unduplicated Headcount... 2 SECTION II Course Descriptions... 4

4 SECTION I Unduplicated Headcount REPORT ON ADMISSION OF STUDENTS UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN A.R.S FY

5 Report on Admission of Students Under the Age of Eighteen FY Unduplicated Headcount DISTRICT Unduplicated. HeideCunt Cochise County Community College District Cochise College Coconino County Community College District Coconino Community College Graham County Community College District Eastern Arizona College Maricopa County Community College District Chandler-Gilbert Community College 1,113 Estrella Mountain Community College 1,298 Gate Way Community College 1,878 Glendale Community College 2,269 Mesa Community College 1,292 Paradise Valley Community College 467 Phoenix College 564 Rio Salado Community College 4,941 Scottsdale Community College 745 South Mountain Community College ,257 Mohave County Community College District Mohave Community College 937 Navajo County Community College District Northland Pioneer College Pima County Community College District Pima Community College Pinal County Community College District Central Arizona College Yavapai County Community College District Yavapai College Yuma/La Paz Counties Community College District Arizona Western College 1,840 2, AGGREGATE 23,437 2

6 SECTION II Course Descriptions REPORT ON ADMISSION OF STUDENTS UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN A.R.S FY

7 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS The Report on the Admission of Students Under the Age of 18 provides general course descriptions and the credits earned for the types of courses in which this student population enrolled in FY Students under the age of 18, provided they meet entrance level requirements, may enroll in courses offered on-line, on community college campuses, on high school campuses or other community college locations. Students under the age of 18 are students who have not yet earned a high school diploma or high school certificate of equivalency. ACADEMIC COURSES Computing CIS 116 Learning to Use the Personal Computer (3) An introduction to the uses of the personal computer. Emphasis will be placed on how the state-of-the-art personal computer works, using the operating system and using word processing software. Also included are introductions to the Internet, spreadsheets and presentation software. This course is taught in a hands-on environment. BPC 101AA Introduction to Microcomputers I: IBM (1) Microcomputer software applications for the IBM personal computer, including electronic spreadsheet and word processing, keyboarding review, and a desktop environment. English ENG 101 College Composition I (3) Extensive practice in critical reading, thinking, and writing, with emphasis on using the writing process to communicated in multiple formats, both formal and informal, and for multiple audiences and purposes. Includes documented research. Prerequisites: ENG 100 and ENG 031, or placement. General Education: English Composition. ENG 102 College Composition II (3) Continued development of ideas and strategies introduced in ENG 101. Extensive practice in critical thinking, reading, and writing with emphasis on composing analytical essays on literary topics and a documented research paper. Prerequisite: ENG 101. General education: English Composition. ENH 110 Introduction to Literature (3) Introduces students to literature through various forms of literary expression; poetry, drama, essay, biography, autobiography, short story and novel. 4

8 I History HIS 101 U.S. History I (3) Development of the United States from its beginning through the Civil War. This course of study includes units on discovery, colonization, the formation of the American Union, Constitutional principles, and the series of events, which brought the nation to the point of civil war. Significant economic and social events are placed in their historical context. The end result of the course is the exposure of students to their American heritage. HIS 102 U.S. History II (3) Development of the United States beginning with Reconstruction and proceeding to show the historical patterns of development of modern America. Significant economic and social developments are placed in their historical context. The end result of the course is the exposure of students to their American heritage. HIS 103 United States History to 1870 (3) The political, economic and social development of United States from Colonial through Reconstruction period. HIS 104 United States History 1870 to Present (3) The political, economic and social development of United States from Reconstruction period up to present time. Language SPA 101 Elementary Spanish I (4) Basic grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary of the Spanish language: Includes the study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Practice of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisite: None. SPA 102 Elementary Spanish II (4) Continued study of grammar and vocabulary of the Spanish language and study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Emphasis on speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: SPA 101 or departmental approval. SPA 201 Intermediate Spanish I (4) Continued study of essential Spanish grammar and Spanish-speaking cultures. Continued practice and development of reading, writing, and speaking skills in Spanish. Emphasis on fluency and accuracy in spoken Spanish. 1 ASL 101 Beginning American Sign Language I (4) Principles, methods, and techniques of American Sign Language skills, with an emphasis on developing visual/receptive skills and basic communication.

9 ASL 102 Beginning American Sign Language II (4) American Sign Language vocabulary, grammar, receptive and expressive technique development. Prerequisite: ASL 101 or consent of instructor. Math MAT 121 Intermediate Algebra with Review (4) Review of basic algebra concepts, including exponents and radicals, systems of equations, polynomials, and graphing quadratic equations. Prerequisite: MAT 087 or placement. MAT 122 Intermediate Algebra (3) A continuation of algebra concepts that parallels the content generally included in a second-year high school algebra course: real number system, linear equation, absolute value and inequalities, functions, basic analytical geometry, systems of equations, polynomials, exponents, radicals and quadratic equations. May or may not transfer for credit to four-year universities. MAT 151 College Algebra (4) A logical development of the real number system, field axioms as applied to algebra, sets and set notation, inequalities and absolute value, polynomial functions and their graphs, determinants and matrices, inverse functions, logarithmic and exponential functions, complex numbers, sequences, binomial theorem and mathematical induction. MAT 154 College Algebra (3) A review of polynomials, exponents, and radicals; solutions to equations and inequalities in one and two variables. Topics covered include exponential, logarithmic and quadratic functions; roots of polynomials; graph of various functions and conic sections; and solutions of systems of linear equations. Recommend completion of two years of high school algebra. MAT 172 Finite Mathematics (3) An introduction to the mathematics required for the study of social and behavioral sciences. Includes sets, combinatorics, probability, matrix algebra, linear programming and mathematics of finance. Prerequisites: MAT 150, MAT 151 or MAT 152, with a grade of 'C' or better, or equivalent, or satisfactory score on district placement exam. MAT 187 Precalculus (5) A precalculus course combining topics from college algebra and trigonometry. Preparation for analytic geometry and calculus. May receive credit for only one of the following: MAT 150, MAT 151, MAT 152, or MAT 187. Prerequisites: MAT 120 or MAT 122 with a grade of 13' or better, or equivalent, or satisfactory score on a placement exam. Strongly recommended that students have some knowledge of trigonometry. 6

10 MAT 212 Brief Calculus (3) An introduction to the theory, techniques and applications of the differential and integral calculus of elementary functions with problems of interest to students in business and the social sciences. Prerequisites: MAT 150, MAT 151 or MAT 152 with a grade of 'C' or better, or equivalent, or satisfactory score on district placement exam. MAT 220 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (5) Topics from analytic geometry with special emphasis on inequalities and absolute value expressions, limits, continuity, the fundamental principles and formulae for differential and integral calculus along with their applications to geometry and mechanics, the mean value theorems and the fundamental theorem of calculus. May receive credit for only one of the following: MAT 220 or MAT 221. Prerequisites: MAT 150, MAT 151, MAT 152 or MAT 187 with a grade of 'C' or higher, or equivalent, or satisfactory score on district placement exam. MAT 221 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (4) Real numbers, limits, continuity, differential and integral calculus of functions of one variable. May receive credit for only one of the following: MAT 220 or MAT 221. Prerequisites: MAT 150, or MAT 151, or MAT 152 and MAT 182 or MAT 187 or equivalent, or satisfactory score on district placement exam. Science BIO 101 General Biology (4) Selected biological topics including methods used by biologists to make discoveries and evaluate scientific data, principles and inheritance and man. Not open to majors in the biological sciences or the pre-trofessional curricula. BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4) Study of structure and function of the human body. Topics include cells, tissues, integument system, skeletal system, muscular system and nervous system. GLG 103 Introduction to Geology I- Physical Lab (1) May accompany GLG 101. Study of common rock-forming minerals, rocks and maps. GLG 101 Introduction to Geology I- Physical Lecture (3) A study of the kind and arrangement of materials composing the earth's crust and the geological processes at work on and within the earth's surface. Social Science PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology (3) A survey of major topics in psychology to include history of psychology, research methods, biopsychology, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning,

11 memory, motivation and emotion, human development, personality, abnormal behavior and therapy. SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3) A survey of the science of sociology including: research methodology, the theoretical schools of sociology, culture, socialization, social institutions, collective behavior, social change, and the components of social structure from a global perspective. OCCUPATIONAL COURSES Automotive Technology AUT 101 Introduction to Automotive Technology (2-4) Provides an in-depth study of basic automotive vehicle systems. This course provides basic operational knowledge, care and maintenance of engine, fuel ignition, suspension, brakes, electrical and drive train systems. Computer Information/Technology CNT 140 CISCO Networking Fundamentals (4) Emphasis on the OSI model and industry standards. Includes network topologies, IP addressing, subnet masks, basic network design and cable installation. Preparation for CISCO certification examination. CIS 105 Survey of Computer Information Systems (3) Overview of computer information systems, fundamental computer concepts and programming techniques. Hands-on experience with selected business and one programming language. CIS 133DA The Internet / World Wide Web (3) Overview of the InternetANWW and its resources. Hands-on experience with various Internet/WNW communication, resource discovery and information retrieval tools. Web page development also included. CIS 230 Introduction to Microsoft Office (3) Introduction to the fundamentals of MS Office Suite. Includes an overview of Windows, Office Manager, MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Students will apply problem solving techniques to complete home, office and business projects. Combined with CIS 235, this course prepares the student for Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Certification. 8

12 Computer Maintenance BPC 170 Computer Maintenance I: A+ Prep (3) Technical aspects of the microcomputer, including system setup (hardware and software) and basic troubleshooting. Emphasis on basic troubleshooting, use of tools, hardware components and hardware/software interfacing. Drafting DFT 105 Computer Aided Drafting I (3) Industrial use of Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) equipment (hardware and software) in the areas of mechanical, electronic and construction drawings. DRF 150 Auto-CAD TM I (3) Specializing in two-dimensional (2D) drawings and the application of Computer Aided Drafting Design (CAD). Topics include system startup, setting up drawings, drawing fundamentals, getting around with display controls, graphic entities, introduction to editing, grouping entities into blocks, drawing enhancements, dimensioning and plotting drawings. General Business GBS 110 Human Relations in Business and Industry (3) Exploration of fundamental theories and concepts of human relations in business and industry. Particular emphasis is placed on developing effective interpersonal relationships and leadership skills within an organization. Health Science/Care AHS 100 Introduction to Health Services (3) Overview of the inner workings of the health care industry and the political, cultural and socio-economic forces that shape the delivery of health services. Predominant health care systems in the U.S., including Medicare and Medicaid, will be examined along with the availability and utilization of various resources, health ethics and law and quality of care. AHS 101 Careers in Health Care (3) Presents an introduction to the breadth of health care provider and supportive roles in today's rapidly diversifying health care industry. HCC 109 CPR for the Health Care Provider (.5) Current standards for one and two rescuer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ( CPR) and obstructed airway procedures on the adult, infant and pediatric victim. Successful completion qualifies student for an American Heart Association CPR card for health care provider. 9

13 HOC 110A Medical Terminology A (3) Study of prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, special ending, plural forms and abbreviations based on anatomy and physiology related to each of the body systems. Pathophysiology and related diagnostic tests and procedures for each of the body systems. HOC 110B Medical Terminology B (3) Continuation of the principles of medical terminology HOC 111 Health Care Law and Ethics (2) An overview of medical laws and ethics relevant to medical careers that can help guide students through the legal and ethical questions they may reasonably expect to face as a health care practitioner. HCC 130 Fundamentals in Health Care Delivery (3) Overview of current health care professions, including career and labor market information. Health care delivery systems, third party payers and facility ownership. Health organization structure, patient rights and quality care. Health care and life values. Definition and importance of values, ethics and essential behaviors in the workplace. Worker rights and responsibilities. Healthful living practices to include nutrition, stress management and exercise. Occupational safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard precautions and facility safety. Use of principles of body mechanics in daily living activities. Basic communication skills, which facilitate teamwork in the health care setting. Focus on development of personal communication skills and an understanding of how effective communication skills promote teamwork. Focus on intercultural communication strategies. Prerequisite: None. HCC 145 Medical Terminology for Health Care Workers (3) Medical terminology used in health care, with special care populations and in special services. Body systems approach to terms related to structures, functions, diseases, procedures and diagnostic tests. Building and analyzing terms using word parts. Medical abbreviations and symbols and term spelling. Nursing NUR 110 Nursing Assistant I (4) Basis concepts common to all members of the health team in acute an long-term care settings. Basic principles of communication, nutrition, emergency care, medical terminology, environmental safety and comfort, and how ethical and legal aspects of health care apply. Basic nursing skills based upon fundamental nursing concepts in giving individualized client care. Students wishing to become a Certified Nursing Assistant must pass NUR 110 with a grade of 'B' or better. 1 0

14 NUR 111 Nursing Assistant Clinical (1) Provides students with the necessary clinical time required for application for state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Students will practice basic concepts common to all members of the health team. Acute and long-term care settings include basic principles of communication, nutrition, emergency care, medical terminology, environmental safety and comfort, and how ethical and legal aspects of health care apply, basic nursing skills based on fundamental nursing concepts in giving individualized client care. Prerequisite: NUR 110 with a grade of 'B' or better. NUR 156 Nurse Assisting (2) Role of the nursing assistant for clients across the wellness/illness continuum within the nurse assisting scope of practice. Introduction to problem solving process specific to meeting the basic and holistic needs of clients. Professional communication skills essential for the nursing assistant. Nursing interventions to ensure the needs and safety of client. Specific types of diseases, conditions and alterations in behavior of the client. Principles of nutrition and fluid balance. Special needs of the elder client in the acute and long-term care settings. Basic emergency care skills and procedures. Prerequisite: None. Core requisites: HCC 130 or (HCC 130AA, HCC 130AB, HCC 130AC, HCC 130AD, HCC 130AE, and HCC 130AF), HCC 145AA or equivalent. Hospitality HRM 110 Introduction to Hospitality Management (3) Fundamental overview of hotel, restaurant and tourism segments of hospitality industry. Provides an overview of the operational sectors of the industry and reviews management components and skills. Contains career component to help students make informed career decisions. Prerequisite: None. Retail MKT 112 Retail Customer Service (1) Introduction to the field of retail sales. Emphasis on customer service and sales techniques. MKT 114 Retail Inventory Control (1) Retail inventory control procedures. Emphasis on the role of the professional sales associate within a retail company and in the handling of merchandise. 11