Educational Objectives
In order to maximize the opportunity for the development of individuals' personal,
social and intellectual qualities, the college provides:
A.
An
Instructional
program composed of:
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Transfer
courses equivalent to the lower division curriculum of universities and colleges for students who plan to continue their education at a baccalaureate institution. -
Vocational and career education
courses to provide technical skills and knowledge for beginning employment, retraining and advancement, respond to local business and industry economic development and workforce training directions. -
General education
courses to broaden knowledge, skills, attitudes and values, to develop analytical ability and critical thinking, and to foster interest in life-long learning in the educational, scientific, and cultural fields essential for effective participation in a complex society. -
Developmental
courses to assist inadequately prepared students to succeed in college course work.
B.
A
student development and services
program composed of:
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Academic, vocational and personal support
services to provide students with sufficient opportunity to achieve educational success. -
Co-curricular activities
to provide opportunities for personal development and social responsibility.
C.
A learning resources support
service composed of:
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Library collection:
A well-rounded collection of print and electronic materials selected to support instructional programs across the curriculum. -
Information competency:
Library instruction designed to teach students how to locate, evaluate and utilize information resources. Preparing students for lifelong learning is the ultimate goal. -
Research guidance:
One-on-one instruction to assist students with their course-related and individual research needs.
D.
A
community education
program composed of:
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Continuing education non-credit
courses which are eligible for state support and are designed to provide education and training in areas of local needs. -
Community services
courses, workshops, seminars, forums and institutes to provide for the special educational, cultural, a vocational and recreational needs of the community.
E.
An
economic development
program composed of:
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Education and training
that contributes to continuous workforce improvement of regional business and industry.