Orange Coast College
Intersession/
Spring
2015 CLASSES
Enrollment Center 24 hour information:
(714) 432-5072
or
www.orangecoastcollege.edu
Enrollment Center Office Hours:
Mon., Tues.: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Wed., Thurs.: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Fri.: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Hours subject to change: Check online or call the Answer Center
Jan. 5 (Monday) . . . Instruction begins for Winter Intersession
Jan. 30 (Friday) . . . Last day to enroll in open 16-week and first 8-week classes
Jan. 30 (Friday) . . . .Residency determination date
Jan. 31 (Saturday) . . . Instruction begins for 16-week and first 8-week classes
Jan. 31 (Friday) . . . .Last day to petition 8-week classes with instructor permission
Jan. 31-Feb. 6 . . . Last week to petition 16-week classes with instructor permission
Jan. 5 - March 1 . . . Spring graduation filing period
May 31 (Sunday) . . . End of Semester
Holidays
Jan. 19 (Monday) . . . .Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Feb. 13 (Friday) . . . Lincoln’s Birthday observed
Feb. 16 (Monday) . . . Washington’s Birthday observed
March 30-April 5 . . . Spring Recess
May 25 (Monday) . . . Memorial Day
Campus is closed Dec. 22, 2014 - Jan. 4, 2015 - Winter Break
Drop and Refund Dates
*see enrollment printout for dates
16-week courses (1/31-5/31)
Feb. 14 (Saturday) . . . .Last day to withdraw for a refund (or to cancel fees)
Feb. 15 (Sunday) . . . .Last day to withdraw to avoid a “W”
May 2 (Saturday) . . . Last day to withdraw with a “W”
First 8-week courses (1/31-3/29)
10% of the class . . . .Last day to withdraw for a refund (or to cancel fees)
20% of the class . . . .Last day to withdraw to avoid a “W”
75% of the class . . . Last day to withdraw with a “W”
Second 8-week courses (4/5-5/31)
10% of the class . . . .Last day to withdraw for a refund (or cancel fees)
20% of the class . . . .Last day to withdraw to avoid a “W”
75% of the class . . . Last day to withdraw with a “W”
All other length courses
10% of the class . . . Last day to withdraw for a refund (or cancel fees
First 20% of the course . . . .Last day to withdraw to avoid a “W”
First 75% of the course . . . Last day to withdraw with a “W”
Deadline To Select P/NP Grading Option
See enrollment printout
(Same date as last day to withdraw to avoid a “W”)First 8-week classes (1/31-3/29)
Feb.12 (Thursday) . . . 16-week classes (1/31-5/31)
See enrollment printout
(Same date as last day to withdraw to avoid a “W”)Second 8-week classes (4/6-5/31)
Non-Payment Drop Schedule Spring 2015:
Students who have not paid their account balance in full may be dropped for non-payment of fees as follows:
Dec. 1, 2014 (noon): For registration between Nov. 3 and
Nov. 24
Dec. 4, 2014 (noon): For registration between Nov. 25
and Nov. 27
Dec. 8, 2014 (noon): For registration between Nov. 28
and Dec. 1
Dec. 11, 2014 (noon): For registration between Dec. 2
and Dec. 4
Dec. 15, 2014 (noon): For registration between Dec. 5
and Dec. 8
Dec. 18, 2014 (noon): For registration between Dec. 9
and Dec. 11
Note: This is the final drop for non-payment for
Winter Intersession 2015 classes. Any registration for
intersession classes that occurs after 12 p.m. on Dec.18
will not be dropped for non-payment.
Jan. 8, 2015 (noon): For registration between Dec.12
and Jan. 1
Jan. 12, 2015 (noon): For registration between Jan. 2
and Jan. 5
Jan. 15, 2015 (noon): For registration between Jan. 6
and Jan. 8
Jan. 19, 2015 (noon): For registration between Jan. 9
and Jan. 12
Jan. 22, 2015 (noon): For registration between Jan.13
and Jan.15
Jan. 26, 2015 (noon): For registration between Jan.16
and Jan. 19
Jan. 29, 2015 (noon): For registration between Jan. 20
and Jan. 22
Jan. 30, 2015 (noon): final drop for non-payment for
Spring 2015 registration. Any registration that has
occurred up to noon on Jan. 30 and not been paid will be
dropped for non-payment.
Any registration that occurs after 12 pm on January 30
will not be dropped for non-payment. Students that enroll
are responsible for paying their fees or withdrawing from
classes prior to the refund deadline to cancel fees.
Drop for Non-Payment Schedule is subject to change.
Please refer to the OCC website for the up to date
schedule.
Please contact the
Enrollment Center for
deadline dates for
courses with other
starting/ending dates
Note:
If a holiday falls on
Friday, then Saturday and
Sunday classes will not meet.
If a holiday falls on Monday,
then Saturday and Sunday
classes will meet.
If a holiday falls on both Friday
and Monday, Saturday and
Sunday classes will NOT meet.
See Current
Catalog
at
orangecoastcollege.edu/
academics/CourseCatalog
for Academic and
Student Policies,
Programs, and Course
Descriptions
College Vision Statement
To be the standard of excellence in transforming lives through
education.
Mission Statement
Orange Coast College serves the educational needs of its diverse local
and global community. The college empowers students to achieve their
educational goals by providing high-quality and innovative programs and
services leading to academic degrees, college transfer, certificates in career
and technical educational, basic skills and workforce development to enable
lifelong learning. The college promotes student learning and development
by fostering a respectful, supportive and participatory campus climate of
student engagement and academic inquiry.
www.orangecoastcollege.edu
Important Phone Numbers
Enrollment Center ... 714-432-5072
Athletic Office ...432-5766
Bookstore ...432-5896
Campus Safety ...432-5017
Career Education ...432-5575
Community Education ...432-5575
Counseling Center ...432-5078
Disabled Students Center ...432-5807
Financial Aid ...432-5508
International Center ...432-5940
Job Center ...432-5576
Learning Center ...432-5535
Scholarship Office ...432-5645
Transfer Center ...432-5894
Transfer Opportunity Program ...432-5792
Student Success Center ...432-5559
Welcome Center ...432-6809
Orange Coast College President - Dennis R. Harkins, Ph.D. Coast Community College District Board of Trustees David A. Grant, Mary Hornbuckle, Jim Moreno, Jerry Patterson, Lorraine Prinsky, Ph.D., Student Trustee
Interum Chancellor - Tom K. Harris, Ed.D.
Index
Admissions Information ...6
Bookstore ...89
Child Care ...89
Community Education ...93
Counseling ...89
Courses Intersession ... 14
Courses Spring ... 18
Disabled Students’ Programs ...89
Enrollment Steps ...4
EOPS/CARE ...89
Facilities Abbreviations ...95
Fee Information ...10
Financial Aid ...85
General Information ...87
Gardian Scholars ...90
Guide to Schedule ...11
Honors Program ...92
Housing ...90
Internship Academy ...53
International Center ...90
Library Services ...90
Map ... Back Inside Page
MyOCC Website ...79
Notices ...94
Online Course Information ...12
Paying Your Fees ...9
Placement/Orientation ...86
Policies ...91
Registration Information ... 7
Re-entry Center ...90
Refund Policy ...5
Student Health Center ...90
Student Success Center ...84
Support Services for Students ...89
Wherever You’re Going, We’ll Help You Get There.
For more than 60 years, OCC has set the standard of excellence for community colleges. Whether you’re seeking to transfer to a four-year school, enhance
your career or simply improve your life, OCC will help you get there.
OCC is California’s top combined transfer school, so you can rest assured that you’ll be prepared for success at top universities across town, across the
nation, or across the globe.
Our distinguished faculty, small classes and state-of-the-art campus mean you’ll always get the most from your OCC experience. Plus, with 23 sports teams,
an active student government and programs for all ages, OCC will always help bring out the best in you.
You know where you’re going.
We’ll help you get there.
Founded
Founded in 1947. Classes began in 1948 with a student enrollment of 500
Accreditation, Degrees & Certificates
Fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
(WASC)
Offers Associate of Arts and Associate in Science degrees, Associate
Transfer degrees, Certificates of Achievement, and Occupational Skills
Certificates.
Recognized for:
• Top transfer community college in Orange County to the
University of California, the California State University, and
private institutions in California and across the nation.
• The only public community college nautical program
• Qualifying Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI)
• Qualifying Asian American Native American and Pacific Islander
Serving Institution (AANAPISI)
• Veteran-friendly college designation
• Athletic excellence with 84 state and national championships
Financial Aid (2012-2013):
• More than $30 million in student scholarships and financial aid
• Board of Governors $29,696,935
• Grants $18,237,606
• Loans $1,912,374
• School-sponsored scholarships $400,000
Intercollegiate athletics:
Baseball (M), Basketball (M/W), Cheerleading/Dance, Crew (M/W), Cross
Country (M/W), Football (M), Golf (M/W), Soccer (M/W), Softball (W),
Swimming (M/W), Tennis (M/W), Track and Field (M/W), Volleyball (M/W),
Water Polo (M/W)
Mascot:
Pete the Pirate
School Colors:
Orange and Navy Blue
SNAPSHOT
Welcome to OCC. We’re here to help.
The Admissions & Enrollment process is handled by the Enrollment
Center located on the 1st floor of Watson Hall. The Enrollment Center is a one-stop location to handle all student
registration needs including financial aid, counseling, placement testing, EOPS, and other services as well. Got
questions? Get answers! Call (714) 432-5072, or go online at www.orangecoastcollege.edu.
Enrollment Center
Hours of Operation
Monday, Tuesday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Wednesday,
Thurs-day: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.;
Friday: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Hours subject to change: Check online or
call the Answer Center
Intersession/Spring 2015
For all registration dates please visit the registration periods
page on the OCC website
Holidays:
Jan. 19
Martin Luther King Day
Feb. 13
Lincoln’s Birthday
Feb. 16
Washington’s Day
March 30 - April 5
Spring Break
May 25
Memorial Day
NOTE
: Service hours are subject to change due to
changes in funding. Students are advised to plan ahead and
review all deadlines. Check online at
Enrollment Process
The following outlines the process to follow for successful registration.
Continuing Students
Continuing Students
Continuing students are those who registered for the Spring 2014 or Fall 2014 semesters at Orange Coast College. Continuing students will automatically receive a registration appointment and can view the appointment on their MyOCC portal page in mid-June.
New and Returning Students
New students who have never attended Orange Coast College and returning students who did not enroll during the Spring 2014 or Fall 2014 semesters at Orange Coast College will do the following:
APPLY FOR ADMISSION AND FINANCIAL AID (if financial assistance
is needed) – Applications for both are available online at www. orangecoastcollege.edu and there are computers available for student use in the Enrollment Center and the Financial Aid Office in Watson Hall. Note: International students will need to submit an international student application directly to the International Center.
Application Confirmation/Registration
Appointment
Students will receive an email after submitting their application, confirming successful submission. Students should allow 5-7 business days to process their application. Once an application has been processed and a student is admitted to the college, he/she will receive an email containing their admissions information including MyOCC login information, OCC student email address, and instuctions to view the registration appointment time. Students will register for classes online via MyOCC.
The email also will indicate whether or not students need to complete placement testing and the orientation. If a student does not receive an email within seven working days of submitting their application, he/she should contact the Answer Center at (714) 432-5072.
Assessment Testing – To schedule English and math assessment tests,
students should visit OCC’s website at www.orangecoastcollege.edu and click on ‘Student Services,’ ‘Assessment Center,’ and then follow the instructions on ‘Make an appointment.’ Students must have an OCC student ID number prior to making an assessment appointment. Students also should make sure to bring a pencil and some form of photo identification when they come to Watson Hall to take their tests. If a student has successfully completed college-level English and math courses (with a grade of C or higher) at an accredited college, or if he/ she has taken placement tests at another California community college within the last two years, they may be exempt from taking the placement tests. Students are advised to submit a copy of their assessment test results to OCC’s Enrollment Services or fax them to (714) 432-5927 for further review.
Orientation – To complete the new student orientation, log in to
MyOCC>Student Tab>Online Orientation link.
Register For Classes
Students will register for classes on or after the date and time of their registration appointment using MyOCC. Students may register any time after their appointment but not before. If the class they wish to take is closed (full), students may waitlist the class, if available. If waitlisting is not available for the class they are interested in, students are encouraged to check the on-line schedule to see if it might reopen. Beginning the first week of the class, the MyOCC registration system will ask for an Add Authorization Code (AAC) in order to enroll. Students should attend the first class meeting and ask the instructor for an ADD PERMIT that lists the AAC. If the instructor gives a stduent an ADD PERMIT, he/she must follow the instructions on the form to register. See the Registration Information section of the schedule for complete registration instructions.
Pay Your Fees
Students should pay fees immediately so that they do not get dropped from their classes! Fees are due IMMEDIATELY and should be received within 5 business days from the registration date if submitted by mail. Orange Coast College does not bill for unpaid registration fees. If payments are not received, students MAY BE DROPPED from classes to open seats for other students seeking to register.
IMPORTANT: Students who are still enrolled in classes when the term
begins who have not paid fees WILL NOT be dropped for non-payment. Students will incur a financial obligation to the college AND a hold will be placed on their record if payment is not received. Unpaid balances will be forwarded for collection and charged a $25 collection fee.
Students who register for classes after the term begins WILL NOT be dropped for non-payment. Students will incur a financial obligation to the college AND a hold will be placed on their record if payment is not received. This hold will block future registration (adds, drops), obtaining transcripts, grades, diplomas or verification of enrollment until all fees are paid.
If a student is receiving financial aid, he/she still needs to pay their fee balance immediately. Financial Aid, such as the Board of Governors Fee Waiver (BOGFW), does not cover all fees that are charged. If a stduent has questions about their fees, or he/she would like payment option information, they may visit the fee information page at www.
orangecoastcollege.edu
Verify Your Registration and Print Your
Student Class Program (Web Schedule Bill)
Once students register online and pay their fees, they should print a Student Class Program (Web Schedule Bill) to verify their class
enrollment, and to view the course information for the classes in which they are enrolled.
Note: Student Class Programs include fee cancellation/refund
dates and withdrawal dates for each class that a student is taking.
Buy Your Books
Students are advised to bring a copy of their Student Class Program with them to the bookstore to help them find books or go online to reserve their books by going to www.orangecoastcollege.edu and clicking on “Bookstore” under Student Services.
Student Photo ID
First-time students at OCC must bring a copy of their Student Class Program and a drivers license or another form of photo identification to the Enrollment Services window on the 1st floor of Watson Hall during regular business hours; OCC will take a picture and issue a student ID card on the spot. The OCC student ID card is required for use in the Bookstore, Library and for other transactions at the college. Students will be required to replace a lost, stolen or unusable card.
Parking Decals
A parking decal is required if students wish to park in one of the many student parking lots. Parking decals must be ordered through students’ MyOCC accounts. Click on the “Order an OCC Parking Permit” link on the homepage. Parking decals will be mailed to students and are not sold on campus. The parking decal must be displayed on vehicles by the end of the second week of the semester. Campus Safety starts ticketing the Monday of the third week.
Attend Class
Students must go to class! If a student miss the first day of class, their seat may be given away to another student. If a student is enrolled in an online class, he/she must log into the class via the “OCC Blackboard Learn” link in their MyOCC portal on the first day of the semester. Failure to do so may cause the student to be dropped from their online class.
Student Email
After a student is accepted at OCC, he/she will receive their student email account and MyOCC log-in information via email. Students should check their student email account frequently, as this is the official means of communication for the college. Instructors may email important information before and during the semester. Important: Students mustcheck their Student Class Program for information about deadlines for refunds, dropping classes and selecting the pass/no pass grading option. It is the student’s responsibility to meet required deadlines. Students should print their Student Class Program from MyOCC to see the specific dates for classes.
Students should check their MyOCC account frequently. It will include targeted announcements regarding registration, grades, cancelled classes and much more. This is the official method of communication for the college.
Refund Policy
In accordance with California state regulations and Coast Community College District policy, registration fees will be refunded according to the following:
Enrollment Fees, Non-Resident Fees, Material Fees
100% refund of fees paid at registration for each class dropped by the refund deadline. No refund will be made after the refund deadline; there are no exceptions.
Health Fee, College Service Charge
100% of the fees paid at registration will be refunded if the student totally withdraws from all classes by the refund deadline for each class. No refund will be made after the refund deadline; there are no exceptions.
Parking Permit
Students must return the parking permit (if purchased) in person or by mail. The parking permit must be postmarked or returned to the Enrollment Center on or before the earliest refund deadline on the student’s official Student Class Program, which is available via the student tab on their MyOCC portal.
To be eligible for a refund: students must officially withdraw from classes by the refund deadline (refer to the Student Class Program/ Web Schedule Bill on the Student tab of the MyOCC portal page or see Dates to Remember.) It is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw from classes and to verify all withdrawals. An instructor may drop students for non-attendance. Instructors are not responsible for dropping students by the refund deadline. If the student has not been dropped from the class by the instructor, the student is responsible for withdrawing from the class by the refund deadline. Students who are officially enrolled in a class after the refund deadline will not be eligible for a refund; there are no exceptions.
Refund Processing
Refunds will be automatically processed weekly beginning the first week of registration of the semester in which the fees were paid and each week thereafter until the end of the term. Official withdrawals made in accordance with the refund policy and by the withdrawal deadline will generate a credit balance on the student account.
Online Credit Card Payment Refunds
Registration fee payments made by credit card through MyOCC will be refunded to the same credit card used for payment. Students should allow 6-10 business days for the refund to post. If the credit card used to pay fees is no longer valid, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the Enrollment Center once the credit has been posted to the student’s account and prior to the refund being processed. The refund will be processed through Higher One Bank upon proper notification.
On Campus Payment Refunds
Fee payments posted on campus by cash, check, money order or credit card will be refunded through Higher One Bank as either a check, mailed to the mailing address the Enrollment Center has on file, direct deposit to an existing bank account or to a Higher One account, depending on the refund choice made by the student. It is the responsibility of the student to maintain correct and up-to-date address information. Addresses can be updated on MyOCC, under the Student tab, and then click on Banner Self Service.
All enrolled students will receive a packet from Higher One. This will include a My Coast Colleges debit card. This card is used to activate your refund preference.
Note: The card is not an active debit card unless a Higher One checking account is opened.
For more information see the Higher One Q&A at www. orangecoastcollege.edu
Important: Payments made using multiple payment methods (online credit card payments and cash, check or money order) during the current registration period will be refunded to the credit card used for online payments.
Admissions Information
Who May Apply for Admissions
If an individual is 18 years of age or older and can profit from instruction, they qualify for admission. If an individual is under 18, they will qualify for admission if they submit records showing successful completion of one of the following:
1. A high school diploma
2. The California High School Certificate of Proficiency or equivalent.
3. Completion of the 10th grade and OCC Early Start Program (ESP) permission form signed by the principal of their high school and their parent(s). Prospective students should visit the Early Start Program page at www.orangecoastcollege. edu>Enrollment Center>Admissions>Early Start Program for more information.
International students must meet specific admission requirements and must apply directly through the International Center.
Residence Requirements
California Residence: Verification of residence status may be required. Generally California residence is established by one of the following:
1. If a student is under the age of 18, their parents must have had legal residence within the State of California for 12 consecutive months preceding the day before the first day of the semester.
2. If a student is 18 but not yet 19 years of age, he/she and their parents must have had legal residence within the State of California for 12 consecutive months preceding the day before the first day of the semester.
3. If a student is 19 years of age or older, he/she must have had legal residence within the State of California for 12 consecutive months preceding the day before the first day of the semester. If their parents or legal guardians reside out-of-state, a student must be financially independent. Non-resident status for students dependent on non-resident parents continues until students demonstrate financial independence for the one-year-and-a-day period prior to the term.
4. If a student is a non-citizen holding a visa that does not preclude them from establishing residency in California he/she must have legal residence in California for 12 consecutive months preceding the day before the first day of the semester and a visa dated at least one year and one day prior to the semester start date.
It is the student’s responsibility to maintain an accurate address on file with the Enrollment Center.
Addresses can be updated using MyOCC. Go to the Student tab>Banner self-service>update personal information.
Persons generally ineligible to establish California residency include: students under the age of 18, students dependent on out-of-state parents/guardians, students with certain visa or citizenship status, etc. For further information regarding who is eligible to establish residency contact a residency specialist at the Enrollment Center (714) 432-5072.
Non-California Residents:
Students who do not meet the California residence requirements as of the day immediately preceding the first day of the semester are required to pay the non-resident tuition fees. This includes:
1. Minors (under 18 years of age and not married) will be required to pay the non-resident tuition fee if their parents or legal guardians reside outside the state even though such minors may have lived in the State of California for one year or more.
2. Students who are financially dependent on their parents or legal guardians will be required to pay non-resident tuition if their parents or legal guardians reside outside the state even though such students may have lived in the State of California for one year or more. Non-resident status for students dependent on non-resident parents continues until students demonstrate financial independence for the one year and a day period prior to the term. 3. Students holding visas that preclude them from establishing residency in
California may be restricted in their enrollment and will have to pay non-resident tuition. In addition, students with visas who are citizens of another country are required to pay an additional per unit capital outlay fee. See the Fee Information page in this schedule.
Exceptions authorized by the State of California:
• Active military personnel are exempt from non-resident tuition
fees provided they are in California for a purpose other than
attending a state-supported institution of higher learning.
• Dependents of military personnel stationed on active duty in
California are classified as a resident.
• Non-resident students who have completed three years
of high school in California and graduated in California (or
equivalency) may file an affidavit for waiver of non-resident
fees (AB540). Students under certain visa classifications may
not be eligible for this exemption. Please go to the Enrollment
Center for more information.
• Veteran military personnel that were stationed in California for
more than 1 year prior to separation
(See enclosed California Non-Resident Tuition Exemption
Request at the back of this schedule)
Registration Information
Registration
Registration is by appointment online using the MyOCC portal page. Computers are available on campus for students who do not have access to a computer. Appointments are assigned based on priority. New and returning students receive appointments in the order their application was submitted. Students can check their registration appointment time online via their MyOCC portal page (Registration Status link).
Continuing Students
Students enrolled during the Spring 2014 or Fall 2014 semester, will receive a registration appointment for the Spring 2015 term via their MyOCC account in mid-October.
Registration for New
& Returning Students
IMPORTANT!
All placement testing and orientation requirements must be met
before students can register for classes.
New and returning students (students not enrolled for Spring 2014 or Fall 2014 will be given a date and appointment time to register after their application has been processed) are notified of required items (origination visa info, date of birth, etc...) if needed via email after submitting their application for admission to the college. Registration appointments can be viewed on the MyOCC portal page>Student tab>registration status and students may register at their assigned time or anytime thereafter during the registration period.
High School
(Early Start Program)
High school students (students enrolled in the 11th or 12th grade) must have an Early Start Program petition on file with the Enrollment Center prior to registration This petition indicates which course/s the student is permitted to take, which will be enforced during the online registration process. High school students will receive a MyOCC account and will register online. Beginning the week the course begin, students wishing to enroll must go to the first class meeting and ask the instructor for an ADD PERMIT with an Add Authorization Code (AAC). If space is available, the instructor may give students an ADD PERMIT; they must follow the instructions on the ADD PERMIT to register for the course. Concurrently enrolled high school students are not charged the $46 per unit enrollment fee. All other fees apply.
Things to Know Before You Register
Students are advised to make sure they have completed their placement testing, proof of prerequisites, and/or attended an orientation.
BE PREPARED.
Students should select plenty of alternative classes before they register. Students should check for: (a) prerequisites (b) concurrent enrollment or Corequisites that require them to enroll in more than one class or CRN (e.g., lecture/lab combinations) (c) check the class schedule via their MyOCC portal page for available classes. Students are encouraged to have a back-up plan in case the class they want is closed.Clear holds: Outstanding holds can be viewed via MyOCC (Registration Status). Students must clear all holds which block registration 24 hours prior to their registration appointment, otherwise they will not be able to register. If a hold exists on a student’s records, a contact number will be displayed so they may call for specific information regarding the hold.
Registration Restrictions
:
Students may NOT enroll in
a. More than 19 units (12 units is full-time) within the Coast District. Students should contact the Counseling Office for a petition to take more than 19 units after the term starts and if they have an ADD PERMIT. Requests for overloads must be submitted and approved prior to the expiration date on a student’s ADD PERMIT.
b. Courses that overlap in time (time conflict). There must be a 5 minute passing time between classes per California Ed Code.
c. Two sections of the same course, unless the courses are a first and second 8-week class and coded as a repeatable course. See the Course Repeatability under the General Information section in this schedule. d. Any course in which a student has received any combination of three or
more W, D, F, NP or NC’s. If students have previously attempted a course three times unsuccessfully, their registration in that course will automatically be blocked. See the Course Repeatability Policy under the General Information section in this schedule.
e. A course in which an Incomplete (I, IB, IC, ID, IF or INP) has been assigned. f. Classes for which students have not met the prerequisites.
Course Prerequisite, Corequisite and
Advisory on Recommended Preparation
A “prerequisite” is a course a student is required to complete with a “C” or better, or a skill a student is required to have, before enrolling in another course. A “corequisite” is a course a student is required to take at the same time he or she is enrolled in another course. All prerequisites and corequisites are designed to ensure students have the skills or information they need to succeed in a course. These requirements are established because it has been determined that without meeting them, a student is not likely to receive a passing grade in the course. A prerequisite or corequisite may also be necessary to protect a student’s health and safety, or the health and safety of others. Additionally, courses taken without prior completion of the prerequisite may be denied credit upon transfer to a CSU or UC per articulation agreements, either at the time of admission or upon petition for graduation.
An “Advisory on Recommended Preparation” (listed as “Advisory”) is a course or skill a student should posses before enrolling in another course. This is advice offered by the faculty who teach these courses, and it should be followed for student success. However, unlike a prerequisite or corequisite, “Advisory” is not required.
Prerequisites and Corequisites
Clearance Process
OCC enforces prerequisites and corequisites at the time of registration. It is the student’s responsibility to determine if a course has a prerequisite prior to their assigned registration appointment. To determine if a course has a prerequisite, students should go to the online class schedule, click the CRN number of the course and the prerequisite/corequisite information will display.
Students who have completed a course at another college/university that is equivalent to a prerequisite at OCC must submit a pre/corequisite course equivalency form to the Enrollment Services Office. In order to avoid registration difficulty, students must submit the form no later than 30 days prior to their registration date. Students who wish to challenge a prerequisite based on previous experience or knowledge must visit the respective division office to obtain and complete a Challenge Form.
Students may be cleared in the registration system for enforced prerequisites and corequisites in one of four ways:
2. Placing into the course via a California Community College placement test (if applicable).
3. Successfully completing the equivalent pre/corequisite with a “C” or better at another regionally accredited college/university and submitting transcripts to verify successful completion. Students may submit unofficial transcripts for prerequisite and corequisite clearance only, but must submit official transcripts if they wish to receive course credit/units. Students, who believe that they have completed the OCC course prerequisite/corequisite at another college should submit a Prerequisite Equivalency Form along with their transcripts to Student Records (Enrollment Center, 1st Floor, Watson Hall) 30 days prior to their registration appointment.
4. Submitting a Pre/Corequisite Challenge to the respective division office in accordance with the Student Success and Support Programs guidelines established by the state of California.
Closed Classes
Classes with a “C” next to them on the searchable online class schedule, via MyOCC,
indicate that the class is closed (full).
If the class in which students wish to enroll is closed, they should not give up! Here are
some things students can do to create a class schedule that works for them:
1. Go for the sure thing! Try to find another CRN of the course that still has seats available.
OR
2. If there is a waitlist option, students should place themselves on the waitlist. If a seat becomes available the student will be notified via their student email account, and will have 24 hours from the time the notice is sent out to add the waitlisted class. All prerequisites and corequisites must be met. Students should continue to check their student email until the term begins.
3. If a waitlist is not available for a class, students should check back to see if a seat becomes available, due to a student withdrawal or another student being dropped for nonpayment of fees.
OR
4. Students should check their student email account twice a day (morning and evening) until the term begins for a Waitlist Notification, from the OCC Registrar. Students should also read the waitlist information and FAQ on the OCC website for more information.
OR
5. If students do not receive a Waitlist Notification prior to the start of the term, they should go to the first class meeting. If space is available, the instructor may give them an ADD PERMIT with an Add Authorization Code (AAC). The AAC will allow the student to register for the course prior to the ‘EXPIRES’ deadline, using MyOCC.
Waitlists
Waitlists are available for most classes. If students add themselves to the waitlist and a seat becomes available, they will be notified via their student email account and will have 24 hours to add the class on MyOCC. The 24-hour notification period includes nights and weekends, so students are advised to check their email often. Waitlist email notifications are sent to the Coast-District-assigned student email account ([email protected]). All prerequisites and corequisites must be met. Special Note: High school students are not able to place their names on a waitlist for a course. If a class is closed at the time of registration, high school students should attend the first day of class and attempt to petition the class in person. Petitioning the class is at the sole discretion of the instructor.
Waitlists become available when class seat counts meet capacity. The “Select” checkbox on the searchable schedule will remain available for registration until both the class seat counts AND the waitlist seat counts meet capacity. These numbers will fluctuate due to drops, so the same CRN that was closed an hour ago may now have a waitlist seat open, so students may want to check back.
A student may only enroll into one waitlisted class section per course title (e.g. only one section of ENGL A100). A student will not be permitted to enroll on a waitlist if he/she is enrolled in another section of the same course. Classes with lecture/lab
corequisites will have a waitlist option on the lab section only and NOT on the lecture section. Students should not attempt to add a lecture when they waitlist the lab as they will receive an error message. If a student is notified via email that a seat has become available for the lab, a seat has been reserved for them in the lecture. Please be aware that certain impacted program classes may not have a waitlist option at all (e.g. classes in allied health field.)
It is strongly recommended that students print a copy of the “Waitlist User Guide” from the link “How to Use Waitlist” under the Frequently Asked Questions area on the MyOCC log-in page before they begin registration. It is also recommended that students read the waitlist information and waitlist FAQ on the OCC website.
Schedule Changes
Students may make changes (adds/drops) to their schedule via their MyOCC portal after their registration appointment time as long as they are within the required deadlines for doing so. Students are advised to print their Student Class Program (Web Schedule Bill) to verify all schedule changes.
Registration After Semester Begins
During the first week of a class, instructor permission is required to add. Students should attend the first class meeting to request permission to add. If granted, the instructor will give the student an ADD PERMIT with an Add Authorization Code (AAC). Students must register by the “EXPIRES” date on the ADD PERMIT and pay fees. Students are advsied to follow the instructions on the ADD PERMIT in order to register successfully.
The only transaction required to be done in-person once the semester begins, and cannot be done online via MyOCC, is enrolling in an Independent Study course Note: Students are not allowed to attend class after the first week without being officially registered in the class. Grades or course credit will not be given to students who do not officially register by the course deadline.
All adds and drops must be done online, via mail (postmarked by the appropriate deadline by the U.S. Postal Service), or in-person.
Personal Security and Privacy
To insure the security of student records, students will be required to establish a password for their MyOCC portal page. Students will be asked to do this the first time they log in to the system. Once a student has established their password, it will be REQUIRED for all future online transactions at Orange Coast College, Golden West College and Coastline College. If students forget theirr password, they may call the Answer Center at (714) 432-5072. Students may also go to the MyOCC login page and click on “Forgot Password” to reset their password. Student passwords are not available to the staff at the college for reference. Passwords are used as personal validation for access and authorization for all electronic transactions.
All in-person transactions require photo ID. If a student wants someone else to handle their transaction, the person designated must present written authorization signed by the student (regardless of relationship or age) and photo ID at the time of the transaction.
Paying Your Fees
Pay by credit card onlinevia MyOCC (MyAccount box on the Student tab). Students may use Visa, MasterCard or Discover.
OR
Pay by Check or Money Order Students should write their student ID number on the check or money order and make it payable to Orange Coast College for the total fees due. Payments must be made or postmarked immediately after registration. Payments should be mailed to: Orange Coast College, Attn: Registration, P.O. Box 5005, Costa Mesa, CA 92628-5005 or students may drop off payments in the Enrollment Center in Watson Hall, 1st floor, during office hours to avoid loss or delay in the mail.STUDENTS SHOULD NOT SEND CASH!
Orange Coast College processes check payments electronically. Not only does this method streamline payment processing, it also offers students greater security, safety and privacy. With electronic check conversion, a student’s bank account will be debited in the amount of their check as early as the same day OCC receives payment. The transaction will appear on bank statements as an electronic funds transfer (EFT). Each remittance of payment by check is considered authorization to convert that particular check into an electronic transaction. The original check will be destroyed and it will not be returned to the bank. If students have any questions regarding EFT they may contact the Bursar’s Office at (714) 432-5599.
Any checks returned unpaidStop payment or insufficient funds does not constitute automatic withdrawal from a class. A check returned from the bank for any reason is subject to a $25 service charge and a hold will be placed on student records for any financial obligation, until the obligation is cleared. Unpaid balances will be forwarded to a collection agency and charged a $25 collection fee. Fees are subject to change.
TUITION PAY (Installment Plan)
Students interested in making payments for tuition and fees, can visit https://tuitionpaymentplan.com/occ for information on how to sign up for an installment plan. Students who choose to sign up must do so immediately after registration to avoid being dropped from classes. Tuition Pay requires a down payment plus a $25 non-refundable fee per semester.
Fee Payment Procedure
To complete registration, payment is due immediately. Failure to pay fees in full may result in classes being dropped and spots being released to other students. Students are strongly encouraged to pay by credit card online. Fee payments must be received within five working days of registration. Students may verify posting of payment by checking their account balance via MyOCC (link to account in My Account box on the Student tab). Unpaid balances will be forwarded for collection and charged a $25 collection fee.
January 30
Last day to enroll in open 16-week & first 8-week classes without instructor permission Last day to withdraw and guarantee refund
Financial Aid Students
The BOGFW waives only the per unit enrollment fees.
Students must pay all other fees immediately to avoid
being dropped for non-payment.
Closed Classes
If the class in which a student wishes to enroll is closed, he/she should NOT GIVE UP!
Before the semester begins students are advised to choose another CRN of the class that may still have seats available. During the week the class begins, he/she will need instructor permission to add a class.
To obtain permission:
1. Students should go to the first class meeting. 2. If space is available, the instructor may give students an ADD PERMIT with an Add Authorization Code (AAC). 3. Students should follow the instructions on the ADD PERMIT.
NOTE: Waitlists are available for most classes. If a student adds themself to the waitlist and a seat becomes available he/she will be notified via their OCC student email account and will have 24 hours to add the class via MyOCC. Students should read the waitlist information and waitlist FAQ’s on the OCC website under the Enrollment Center for more information.
Prior to the start of the term
Fees are due IMMEDIATELY at the time of registration. All fees must be paid including the Health Fee, College Service Charge and any material fees by all students, including Financial Aid students. Orange Coast College does not bill for registration fees. If payments are not received by the fee payment deadlines, students WILL BE DROPPED from classes (including waitlisted classes) to make seats available for other students seeking to register. It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw from classes by the refund deadline to ensure cancellation of fees.
Start of term – January 31, 2015
Students who are enrolled in classes when the term begins and have not paid fees WILL NOT be dropped for non-payment. Students will incur a financial obligation to the college AND a hold will be placed on their record if payment is not received or they do not drop prior to the refund deadline.
Once the term has started
Students who register for classes after the term begins WILL NOT be dropped for non-payment. Students will incur a financial obligation to the college AND a hold will be placed on their record if payment is not received. This hold will block future registration, obtaining transcripts, grades, diplomas or verification of enrollment until all fees are paid.
IMPORTANT: Students are responsible for any fees incurred and grades received. It is the student’s responsibility to drop classes by the state-mandated refund deadline to avoid fee obligations. Students must print a Student Class Program, available via MyOCC, to verify all withdrawals.
Non-Payment Drop Schedule:
Students, who have not paid their account balance in full may be dropped for non-payment as follows:
Dec. 1, 2014 (noon): for registration between Nov. 3 and Nov. 24
Dec. 4, 2014 (noon): for registration between Nov. 25 and Nov. 27
Dec. 8, 2014 (noon): for registration between Nov. 28 and Dec. 1
Dec. 11, 2014 (noon): for registration between Dec. 2 and Dec. 4
Dec.15, 2014 (noon): for registration between Dec. 5 and Dec. 8
Dec.18, 2014 (noon): for registration between Dec. 9 and Dec. 11 *Note: This is the final drop for non-payment for Intersession 2015 classes.
Jan. 8, 2015 (noon): for registration between Dec.12 and Jan. 1
Jan. 12, 2015 (noon): for registration between Jan. 2 and Jan. 5
Jan. 15, 2015 (noon): for registration between Jan. 6 and Jan. 8
Jan. 19, 2015 (noon): for registration between Jan. 9 and Jan.12
Jan. 22, 2015 (noon): for registration between Jan. 13 and Jan. 15
Jan. 26, 2015 (noon): for registration between Jan.16 and Jan. 19
Jan. 29, 2015 (noon): for registration between Jan. 20 and Jan. 22
Jan. 30, 2015 (noon): final drop for non-payment for Spring 2015 registration.
Any registration that occurs after noon on Jan. 30 will not be dropped for non-payment. Students that enroll are responsible for paying their fees or withdrawing from classes prior to the refund deadline to cancel fees. The non-payment drop schedule is subject to change. Please refer to the OCC website for the up-to-date schedule.
Fee Information
Registration fees may
include:
Enrollment Fees:
(subject to change) ...$46 per unit Non-Resident
Tuition ...$193 per unit Non-Resident Capital Outlay Fee ...$32 Student Health Fee* ...$19 College Service Charge* (optional) ...$21 Materials Fees* (as listed in class schedule) Parking Permit (if requested) ...$30 Optional Fees (as listed in the class schedule) *see waiver criteria listed on this page
Students who register or add in-person must pay all fees due at that time.
ALL FEES ARE
SUBJECT TO CHANGE
WITHOUT NOTICE.
Fee Payment Policy
All students are required to pay fees in full or postmark all registration fee payments immediately or class spots may be dropped and released to other students. For fee payment options, visit the OCC website.
Enrollment Fees
The enrollment fee is $46 per unit for all students. Fees are subject to change due to state legislation.
Non-Resident Tuition Fee
& Capital Outlay Fee
U.S. Citizens and permanent residents who do not meet the requirements for California residence, as defined in the Education Code, must pay $193 and Captial Outlay Fee of $32 per unit for non-resident tuition in addition to the enrollment fees. The student is responsible for providing documentation of their ability to meet California residence requirements, or paying the non-resident fees as determined by the admissions application. Residency status is determined upon receipt of the student’s application. For further information go to www.orangecoastcollege.edu>Enrollment.
Student Health Fee
The Student Health Fee is $19 per semester and $15 per summer session. This is a mandated fee, unless the student presents a waiver at the time fee payment is due. Those eligible for a waiver are:
• Students who depend solely on prayer for healing, in accordance with the teachings of a widely recognized religious sect, denomination or organization.
• Students enrolled only in non-credit courses (non-credit courses are not the same as courses for pass/no pass).
• Students only enrolled in study abroad programs. For information and/or waiver contact the ASOCC Office prior to initial registration at (714) 432-5730.
College Service Charge
All students are expected to pay a $21 College Service Charge when they register. Monies collected through this charge provide essential services for which state funds are not allotted. The College Service Charge provides services and benefits (e.g., free tutoring, Bookstore buyback, admission discounts, interest-free emergency loans, student activities, and free legal advice.) Information about programs funded by the College Service Charge, and the College Service Charge Waiver Form, is available by calling the ASOCC Office at (714) 432-5730.
Materials Fee
In accordance with regulations of the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges, Title 5, California Code of Regulations, section 59400 et seq., the Coast Community College District shall provide all instructional materials to students free of charge, except for the following materials, which the student may purchase from the District at cost or which may be provided through the student’s own means.
• Optional instructional materials
Materials used to enhance the student’s learning experience in the classroom that are not essential to the completion of course objectives.
• Required instructional materials
Materials required for completing the objectives of the course that are tangible property of continuing value outside the classroom and retained by the student.
The District has the discretion to charge a fee for instructional materials of the types indicated above. Such fees cover actual District costs. Students may choose to provide the materials in lieu of paying the fee. Instructor’s verification is required.
Parking Fee
The parking fee is $30 for the fall and spring semesters, and $15 for the summer session. See “PARKING” for information regarding permits, meters and parking during registration.
Student Identification
Card
Students should get their photos taken for an OCC Student Identification Card as soon as they register and pay their fees. Photos are taken in the Enrollment Center, 1st floor Watson Hall, at the photo ID window during registration hours. Students should bring a copy of their Student Class Program and another photo ID. The OCC Student Photo ID Card is required for most services on campus and will be used in succeeding semesters.
Refund Policy
For a complete explanation of OCC’s refund policy refer to page 5 in this schedule.
Intersession/Spring 2015
CLASS SCHEDULE
A Guide to This Schedule
ENGL A119—INTRO CREATIVE WRITING (3 units)
A survey of the creative writing field.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC
Prerequisite: ENGL A099 or ESL A099 with a grade of “C”
or better OR appropriate English placement score.
Advisory: ENGL A100
GRADED OR PASS/NO PASS OPTION
8-week class beginning the week of Sept 06.
31066
3 hours/week arr. Bus Ed 101A
31994
3-5:05 pm TTh C&L 112
Magda M L
Course Name and Number
Course Title
Units
Course Description
Courses needed before
taking this course
Courses suggested
to take before this course
Universities that will
accept this course
Length and
start-date of class
CRN Number
Meeting time and day
Building/Room Number
Instructor
Class can be taken
for grade or for
Pass/No Pass
Individual hours arranged
with the instructor
All classes are 16 weeks in length unless otherwise noted.
Course Prerequisite, Corequisite and Advisory on
Recommended Preparation
A “prerequisite” is a course a student is required to complete with a “C” or better, or a skill a student is required to have before
enrolling in another course. A “corequisite” is a course a student is required to take at the same time he or she is enrolled in another
course. All prerequisites and corequisites are designed to ensure students obtained the skills or information they need to succeed in
a course. These requirements are established because it has been determined that without meeting them, a student is not likely to
receive a passing grade in the course. A prerequisite or corequisite may also be necessary to protect a student’s health and safety
or the health and safety of others. Additionally, courses taken without prior completion of the prerequisite may be denied credit
upon transfer to a CSU or UC per articulation agreements, either at time of admission or upon petition for graduation.
Students who have completed a course that is equivalent to a prerequisite at OCC must submit a pre/corequisite course equivalency
form to Enrollment Services no later than 30 days prior to their registration date. Students who wish to challenge a prerequisite
based on previous experience or knowledge must visit the respective division to complete a Challenge Form.
An “Advisory on recommended preparation” (listed as “Advisory”) is a course or skill a student should possess before enrolling
in another course. This is advice offered by the faculty who teach these courses, and it should be followed for student success.
However, unlike a prerequisite or corequisite, “Advisory” is not required.
ONLINE COURSES
Visit the OCC’s online homepage at: www.orangecoastcollege.edu
IMPORTANT!
Students should log in and begin participating in their course by
Wednesday of the first week, and email their instructor. This will
hold the student’s space. Stay up to date by using MyOCC.
Welcome to online learning at Orange Coast College. Online learning is a way for students to participate in some or all of their class activities and assignments over the Internet. Students can do their online work from any computer that has Internet access and at whatever time and pace works best for them.
Online classes cover the same material as on-campus classes, and students get the same credit for completing the online version. The same instructors who teach classes on campus will be the online instructors. Students can contact instructors in their online classroom, via email or telephone, or in person if they want to come to campus.
Online Learning
Frequently Asked
Questions
What is an online class?
An online class is a class in which all or part of instruction takes place via the Internet.
Online Class Styles
• Online with on-campus meetings – The instruction for these courses is conducted primarily online. However, there may also be a few important on-campus meetings or tests that are REQUIRED. To start the class, students MUST email their instructor by Wednesday of the first week of class. If students do not email their instructor during the first week, they may lose their place in the class or fall behind.
• Online/hybrid- These classes meet about one-half of the class time online and one-half of the class time on campus. When students attend the first on-campus meeting, they will secure their seat in the class and receive instructions for the online portions of the class.
What is it like to take an online
class?
OCC online classes are hosted in a special online classroom environment. After logging in to the classroom, students may participate in a wide variety of activities, including online lectures and discussions, quizzes, assignments and private email with their instructor. All of this can be done at their own time and pace! Students can study wherever and whenever it is convenient for them.
Is online learning right for me?
Successful online students usually are those who: • Are self-motivated
• Are well-organized
• Have good typing and computer skills • Enjoy being on the Web
• Enjoy working on a computer
Will an online class take less
time than a class on campus?
OCC online classes are designed to take the same amount of time as the equivalent on-campus course. However, students will save commuting time.
What equipment will I need?
Students will need access to the Internet from a computer that operates with Windows XP/Vista/7 or Apple OS. For most online classes, students will need:
• A broadband connection
• An up-to-date browser such as Internet Explorer 9 or 10, Safari 6, Firefox 24, or Chrome 30. For many courses that require students to visit other sites on the Internet, they will need a video and sound card, speakers or headphones, and a CD-ROM player. A variety of plug-ins may also be required for students to install software from free sites on the Web.
What are “hours per week
arranged?”
Students will see that online courses list a number of “hours/week arr.” These are the online hours students would have spent on campus in a regular course. In addition, students will have the usual homework, reading and study time just as they would for an on-campus class.
How do I petition a closed online
class?
For closed online classes, students should follow the waitlist guidelines. After the start of the semester, students should email the instructor to see if there is space available. If space is available, the instructor will email an Add Authorization Code (AAC) and instructions for adding the course.
Get Started!
1. Choose a class
For more information on online courses, students should refer to the OCC online schedule on OCC’s homepage.
2. Apply and register
Students should follow the same procedures as on-campus classes, registering online or in person. For additional information, students may refer to the OCC Admissions Information section of this schedule or visit the Admissions and Records registration webpage at www.orangecoastcollege.edu/admissions/registration.
3. Buy a textbook.
Students may purchase textbooks at the OCC Bookstore and reserve textbooks online at www.skyo.com Before students log-in to their online class they will need to access the “Preparing for Your Online Class” page to make sure that their computer’s browser and software are compatible with Blackboard Learn.
To start an online class, go to:
https://orangecoastcollege.edu/academics/online_classes/Pages/ starting-your-class.aspx
