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ACADEMIC ADVISING
HANDBOOK
Oklahoma City Community College, in compliance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the
Education Amendments of 1972 the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1991 and other Federal Laws and
regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies,
practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services; in addition to the aforementioned
federally protected characteristics of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, disability, or status as a veteran. Oklahoma City Community College is
committed to a diverse and inclusive educational environment, respecting diversity in religious belief, political affiliation, citizenship, or alien status, sexual
orientation, and marital status.
Revised 11/2016
Table of Contents
OFFICE OF ACADEMIC ADVISING ....................................................................................................... 1
Mission ........................................................................................................................................ 1
Contact Information .................................................................................................................... 1
Hours………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………1
Resources ..................................................................................................................................... 1
ACADEMIC ADVISOR VS. FACULTY ADVISOR ..................................................................................... 2
DECLARING A MAJOR AND RECEIVING A FACULTY ADVISOR ............................................................ 2
How to Declare a Major .............................................................................................................. 2
How to Receive a Faculty Advisor ............................................................................................... 2
DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE OPTIONS ................................................................................................. 3
AA or AS-University Parallel ........................................................................................................ 4
AAS-Technical and Occupational ................................................................................................. 5
Certificate .................................................................................................................................... 6
ASSESSMENT EVALUATION ................................................................................................................ 7
Reading ........................................................................................................................................ 7
Writing ......................................................................................................................................... 7
Mathematics ................................................................................................................................ 7
SCHEDULING ...................................................................................................................................... 8
16-Week Courses-Day & Evening ................................................................................................ 8
8-Week ........................................................................................................................................ 8
Weekend ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Fast-Track .................................................................................................................................... 8
Intersession ................................................................................................................................. 8
Off-Campus Courses .................................................................................................................... 8
Online .......................................................................................................................................... 8
Paired Courses ............................................................................................................................. 8
Standard/Web Enhanced ............................................................................................................ 8
REGISTRATION ................................................................................................................................... 9
Registration Form ........................................................................................................................ 10
My OCCC Portal….………………………………….……………………………………………………………………………….11
Online Search/Registration………….………………………………………………………………………………………….12
Dropping Classes……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..13
Career Advising from Your Academic Advisor…………………………………………………………………………….….14
GLOSSARY OF COLLEGE TERMS .......................................................................................................... 15
APPENDICES ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Appendix A: Why is Your GPA Important .................................................................................... 17
Appendix B: OCCC Degree Options ............................................................................................. 18
Appendix C: OCCC General Education Requirements ................................................................. 20
Appendix D: Online Courses ........................................................................................................ 21
Appendix E: How to Log on to Moodle........................................................................................ 22
Appendix F: Moodle Course Overview ........................................................................................ 23
Appendix G: Reading Course Codes ............................................................................................ 24
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OFFICE OF ACADEMIC ADVISING
The Office of Academic Advising was created for you. We are staffed with professional advisors
to assist students in their decision to further their education and work toward achieving their
dreams.
Mission To assist students in the development of meaningful educational plans and enhance their
overall educational experiences through individualized academic advising, while preparing the
student to develop academic and career goals.
Contact Information The Office of Academic Advising is located on the first floor of the Main Building directly across
from Registration.
Website: http://www.occc.edu/acs/
Phone: 405-682-7535
Distance Advising Email: [email protected]
Health Professions Email: [email protected]
Chat Advising Website: http://www.occc.edu/acs/distance.html
Twitter: @OCCCadvising
Hours: Monday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuesday 8 a.m. – 6 p. m.
Wednesday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Resources Academic Advising has a variety of resources available to our students. In addition to On
Campus advising, the Office of Academic Advising offers Distance Advising. Students can chat
live with an Academic Advisor. Students can click on the Distance Advising tab from the
Academic Advising homepage for the hours of availability of chat advising.
Students can also navigate to OCCC’s Degree Program Inventory by clicking on “Student
Academic Plans” located on the Office of Academic Advising homepage or the college catalog.
Information about Career Advising, Testing and Assessment Services, Graduation information as
well as Employment and Transfer Services can be found on the website.
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ACADEMIC ADVISOR VS. FACULTY ADVISOR
Students at OCCC have access to two different types of Advisors: Academic Advisors and
Faculty Advisors. Advisors can assist you in choosing the appropriate courses of study to achieve your
personal and career goals.
Academic Advisors provide a wealth of general information and advice to students. Academic
Advisors can help you decide on a major, choose appropriate classes to take for that major and assist
you with navigating various career choices.
Faculty Advisors are experts in their disciplines who can provide specific information to
students regarding their major and provide faculty approved electives.
Both advisors are important resources for students to utilize while attending OCCC.
DECLARING A MAJOR AND RECEIVING A FACULTY ADVISOR
When students are admitted to OCCC, they are asked to declare their major on their admissions
application. However, faculty advisors are not automatically assigned. Therefore, students will
need to take some steps to ensure that they are assigned to the correct major and have a
Faculty Advisor.
How to Declare a Major Several majors are available for students to study while attending OCCC (see Appendix B for a
list of majors and certificates). Students may declare or change their major in the Office of
Academic Advising. Selecting a major can be difficult. An Academic Advisor can help you
identify a major that combines your natural talents with your professional aspirations. Advisors
can assist students with choosing a major that best fits their academic and career goals.
How to Receive a Faculty Advisor Once students declare their major with an Academic Advisor and a Faculty Advisor is requested,
students’ information will be forwarded to the appropriate Academic Division Office where a
Faculty Advisor will be assigned. Students will be notified of who their Faculty Advisor is
through their profile on MineOnline and/or college email.
Students enrolled in a Health Professions major who have questions related to requirements,
application process and possible career paths, may contact an Academic Advisor in the Office of
Academic Advising.
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DEGREE AND CERTIFICATE OPTIONS
At OCCC we offer a variety of different degree and certificate options. OCCC offers Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.), and Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees, as well as Certificates of Mastery. For students who are planning to transfer to a four-year institution, an Associate of Science or Associate of Arts degree is the most appropriate choice. In addition, completing this type of degree will waive additional general education requirements at Oklahoma Universities. Listed below, you can find the different degree and certificate types with a brief explanation describing the differences between these options. Students should consult with an Academic Advisor concerning their education and career goals to make sure they are completing the most appropriate type of degree or certificate.
Associate of Arts (A.A.) • Waives additional General Education Requirements at
Oklahoma Universities.• Includes lower-division course requirements for Bachelor’s
Degrees.Associate of Science (A.S.)
• Waives additional General Education Requirements atOklahoma Universities.
• Includes lower-division course requirements for Bachelor’sDegrees.
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) • Limited inclusion of General Education Requirements.• Limited inclusion of lower-division course requirements for
Bachelor’s Degrees.• Intended for employment eligibility after completion.
Certificate of Mastery • Proof of mastery of a specific skill-set in a specific field.• Professional Development & Specialization.• Credit-hour requirements vary between 11 and 48.
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AA or AS— Minimum of 61 credit hours
The highest level of education that OCCC offers is an associate degree. However, students need
to be aware that there are two different types of associate degrees. An Associate Degree in
either Arts (AA) or Science (AS) will allow students to complete their entire general education
coursework and some major course work. The AA or AS degrees transfer to Oklahoma four-
year institutions and can be used towards earning a bachelor’s degree.
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AAS—Associate of Applied Science 61-75 Credit hours
The second type of associates degree that OCCC offers is an Associate’s in Applied Science
(AAS). AAS degree plans are designed to get students out into the workforce immediately after
graduation. Courses are specifically focused on major studies and may not easily transfer to a
four-year institution.
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CERTIFICATE OF MASTERY— 9 to 53 Credit hours
Students wanting to complete specific major course work can choose to pursue OCCC’s
Certificates of Mastery programs. A Certificate of Mastery program is designed to meet the
needs of students wanting to enter the job market in a specific area or advance in their current
job. Certificates only include major courses.
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ASSESSMENT EVALUATION
The majority of courses at OCCC will require an entry level minimum proficiency in Reading
Writing and Math. To ensure that students have the basic skills to succeed at the college level,
students are given placement tests to help determine their proficiency level. Students who
have completed the ACT examination or other recent testing such as the COMPASS or SAT
within a certain timeframe may be able to use these scores instead of taking OCCC placement
tests.
The placement tests that OCCC use are ACCUPLACER assessment tools that evaluate three
areas of proficiency: Reading, Writing, and Math. Each assessment is administered in the
Testing Center. These tests are not timed. Students are encouraged to read all questions
carefully before answering to insure the most accurate assessment of your academic skills in
each area.
Reading and Reasoning (ENGL 0016 & 0203) Courses that have a minimum listed as
a pre-requisite require that students have a minimum reading comprehension level.
Writing (ENGL 0203) Minimum indicates that a student must achieve a minimum writing
skill level.
Mathematics (MATH 0103, 0203, 0303 &0403)
Most science courses will require at least entry-level math proficiency. However, general
education math courses will require an even higher level of mathematic skill.
Students who do not meet minimum proficiency in reading, writing, or math, have two options:
1. Take the appropriate level college prep courses
2. Speak to an academic advisor to possibly retake the assessment (limited to two
assessments per semester)
Once students successfully accomplish one of these two options, they will be eligible to enroll in
courses that require the specific pre-requisite.
Use this link to access preparation tools for the Accuplacer:
https://accuplacer.collegeboard.org/students/accuplacer-tests
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SCHEDULING
Multiple formats or sections of courses are offered at OCCC. The standard section is a
traditional 16-week long semester. However, some of the most popular formats are 8-week,
Fast-Track, Intersession, and Online sections. Regardless of the class section, the course content
is the same and students are required to complete the same amount of tests and assignments.
16-Week Courses – Day & Evening Courses meet for the full semester and are available
from 7:30a.m.–10:30p.m.
8-Week Courses contain 16 weeks of content, but meet in
half the time. Students can either attend the
Early 8-week sessions or mid 8-week sessions.
Weekend Sections meet Friday evenings and Saturdays
Fast-Track Courses meet four or five Saturdays from 8:00a.m.–
5:00p.m.
Intersession Sections take place between semesters. Students
typically attend four to five days a week for either
two or three weeks.
Off-Campus Courses Courses are offered at off-campus locations.
Online All learning happens online. Access to the Internet is
a must. Testing is online or in the OCCC test center,
depending on the course. Students should reference
Appendix D to see if online learning is for them.
Paired Courses Small classes in the same convenient classroom with
integrated content and coordinated delivery of
material, personal attention, and tutoring options.
Standard/Web Enhanced Students spend half of their time online and the
other half meeting in the classroom. These classes
are for students who enjoy online and face-to-face
activities. Access to the Internet is a must.
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REGISTRATION
There are two ways a student can register for courses at OCCC. New students must meet with
an Academic Advisor and enroll through either the peer advisors or at the Registration Office.
Returning students have the ability to enroll through the Registration Office with a registration
form or through their OCCC Student Portal and Academic Planning and Registration.
For how to read course codes, see Appendix G.
Title General Biology
Course Section Number
BIO-1113-TW01S
Description An introductory non-lab course that is designed to provide non-biological science major with the necessary background needed to effectively understand scientific information. Students investigate the properties of life to include: organization, energy used, evolution, maintenance of homeostasis, reproduction, growth, and development. Ecological concepts are discussed which enables students to have a better understanding regarding the impact that humans have on the natural world. GenEd Requirement.
Credits 3.00
CEUs
Academic Level
CR – Credit
Dates Day Time Place
01/21/2015-05/13/2015 Monday, Wednesday 01:00PM - 02:20PM, Library, Room 402
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REGISTRATION FORM
As long as course pre-requisites are met, a student can enroll by filling out the following
registration form. Students will need to have the category, course number, and section number
filled out in order for a registration clerk to process the form.
Forms can be found in the Office of Academic Advising.
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MY OCCC PORTAL
This website provides students 24-hour access to important information regarding their student
account. https://portal.occc.edu
Academic Planning: Program Evaluation displays the classes that you have completed and the classes
you still need to complete toward your degree.
Academic Profile: There are several tools available for students to view their academic profile. Some
of the more popular tools are grades, grade point average by term, transcript request, and my class
schedule.
Financial Information: This provides information regarding billing, financial aid status and much more.
Online Registration: Here students can Search for classes and Add or Drop courses for the current
enrollment period.
You can Access the Student Portal on the Main Website under Login.
For technical assistance with your OCCC Student Portal, contact:
Help Desk: 405-682-7777
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ONLINE SEARCH/REGISTRATION
To search and register for classes, students will use the Academic Planning and Registration tool
accessed through their OCCC Student Portal.
My Progress: This feature shows students their current degree program and what classes are
required.
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DROPPING CLASSES
Classes can be dropped in Advising, at Registration or in Academic Planning and Registration.
The example below displays the classes you are enrolled in. Click “Drop” to drop the
appropriate class.
Also, check with Financial Aid to see how dropping a class will affect your eligibility. Depending
on when your drop the course, you may be required to repay funds.
You can view instructions on how to add, drop and register for classes at this link:
http://www.occc.edu/acs/pdf/studentplanningandregistration.pdf
**It is always a good idea to talk with the instructor before dropping a class and financial aid.
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CAREER ADVISING
Career exploration requires self-assessment and developing a plan to reach your unique career goals. Academic advisors will assist students with the following career exploration tasks:
Self-assessment is the first step of the career planning process. It is the process of gathering information
about yourself in order to make an informed career decision.
Begin by asking yourself: Who am I? What are your personal characteristics, your personality, activities you
like, skills you may have and what do you value?
Still not sure? Stop by the Office of Academic Advising to speak to an advisor and take the My Next Move
career assessment.
What to consider when thinking about a career.
What do I like to do?
What are my interests?
What am I passionate about?
What kind of environment do I want to work in?
Will this career meet my financial and personal goals?
What to consider when thinking about a Major.
What skills and knowledge will I gain as I pursue this major?
What kinds of careers could I pursue with this major?
What kinds of out of class activities and experiences should I pursue?
Are the career plans I have been making feasible based on my academic record, test scores,
and experiences?
An advisor can help you learn about career options and connecting your major & your career.
Advisors can also introduce you to other career exploration resources.
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Glossary of College Terms Academic Advisor: A professional advisor
available to students that can offer a wealth
of general information regarding degree
programs, course offerings, and other
valuable resources.
Associate of Applied Science (AAS): A
technical and occupational degree program
that is designed to prepare a student to
enter the work force upon completion of
curriculum.
Associate of Arts/Science (AA or AS): A 2-
year degree that will transfer to a 4-year
institution and can be used towards a
bachelor’s degree.
Bachelor’s Degree: A 4-year degree offered
at a university or college such as OU or
UCO. Students planning to receive a
bachelor’s degree should follow the degree
programs (AA or AS) at OCCC.
Class Schedule Book: At OCCC, the
Schedule is a pdf document with all the
courses and sections being offered for each
semester. It also includes other important
information such as an academic calendar
showing the deadlines for refunds, course
withdrawals, holidays, etc. There is also a
Course Availability tool online.
College Catalog: The College Catalog is an
online publication which is available at the
beginning of each academic year. It
contains the course descriptions and degree
sheets. General education requirements
are also listed and it can be used as an
important tool in developing student
schedules and Academic Plans.
Co-requisite: A course that can be taken at
the same time as another course.
Course Title/Course Number: Every course
has a title such as English Composition I or
Introduction to Philosophy. The complete
course title includes the prefix and number
(i.e. ENGL 1113=English Composition I; PHIL
1013=Introduction to Philosophy). The last
number of the course number is the
amount of credits the course carries. For
instance, ENGL 1113 is a three credit
course. BIO 1114 is a four credit course.
Credit Hour: A credit hour is the amount of
credit offered for each course that a
student completes. It represents the
equivalent of an hour (50 minutes) of
instruction per week over the entire 16-
week term or the equivalent for a shorter
term. It is applied toward the total number
of credit hours needed for completing the
requirements of a degree or certificate.
Degree: A degree is an award conferred by
a college, university, or other post-
secondary educational institution as official
recognition for the successful completion of
a program of study. Oklahoma City
Community College offers two types of
associate degree programs; Associate of
Arts/Science and an Associate of Applied
Science.
Elective: An elective is a course students
choose from a college approved list.
Electives can be grouped into categories
such as general education, humanities, or
support. Some electives require Faculty
Advisor approval.
Faculty Advisor: A Faculty Advisor is a full-
time departmental faculty, available to
students upon declaration of a major
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Faculty Advisors mentor students through
their major coursework and can help
students with specific questions regarding
their degree programs.
General Education Courses: For AAS
degrees, 18 credit hours of General
Education courses much be completed. For
AA and AS degrees, a minimum of 37 credit
hours or General Education courses must be
completed. The specific courses are listed in
the degree programs in the College Catalog.
These courses are the foundation of each
degree program.
Grade Point Average (GPA): The GPA is a
numerical grading system used by
educational institutions. GPAs determine if
a student is eligible for continued
enrollment, financial aid, or honors
recognition. GPA scales vary by institution
and/or a=state.
Listed below is OCCC’s 4-point scale.
Each A=4 points, Each B=3 points, Each C=2
points, Each D=1 points, Each F=0 points
For each course, the number of points
earned is multiplied by the number of credit
hours carried by the course. 41 total points
divided by 13 hours equals a GPA of 3.15 (or
a B). (See Appendix H)
Major Courses: Degree specific courses
required.
Plagiarism: A form of academic misconduct
that involves presenting another person’s
ideas, words, or opinions as one’s own.
Students of Oklahoma City Community
College are expected to meet the highest
ethical standards in their academic pursuits.
Faculty and staff share in this responsibility
with students to maintain academic
integrity. Violations of academic integrity
are viewed very seriously. Any form of
academic dishonesty is subject to
disciplinary action by the College.
Prerequisite: A class students are required
to complete in preparation for other
classes. For instance, ENGL 1113=English
Composition I is the pre-requisite for ENGL
1213=English Composition II.
Syllabus: A legally binding contract between
the student and the professor. It should
contain the attendance policy, grading
scale, required text, professor’s office hours
and contact information, and important
information regarding the course. Students
should file a copy of their syllabi until
degree completion.
Transcript: An official document listing all
courses students have attempted and
completed with the grades earned. If
students attend more than one educational
institution, they will have a transcript for
each institution. Many employers now
require that a prospective employee furnish
a transcript from each educational
institution they have attended.
Zero-Level: Developmental or remedial
courses that count toward hours completed
but do not count toward a degree or GPA.
These instructional courses are designed for
students deficient in the general
competencies necessary for a regular post-
secondary curriculum and educational
setting. At OCCC, we have zero-level
courses in reading, writing, study skills and
mathematics.
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Appendices
APPENDIX A: What is your GPA and Why it matters.
What is a Grade-Point Average?
Your grade-point average (or GPA) is a calculated
measure of performance in all course work used to
determine academic progress. Your grade point
average (GPA) is calculated by dividing the total
amount of quality points earned by the total amount
of credit hours you attempt. Example: If you earn a B in a 3 credit hour class, you
will have 9 quality points; a B in a 4-hour class would
be 12 hours and so forth. To calculate your GPA,
divide the total quality points earned by the number
of credit hours taken (QP/CH). See the chart below
for calculations and a comparison of the impact a
failing grade and replacing it with a passing grade
has on your GPA.
You can use a GPA calculator to determine your GPA
with “what if” possibilities to determine what grades
you need to earn to accomplish your desired GPA.
You may use the following link to access a GPA
calculator. http://www.back2college.com/gpa.htm
Why is Your GPA Important? Your GPA is the measure associated with positive academic progression used to determine your
academic standing. Your goal should be to maintain a satisfactory GPA allowing you to remain in “Good Standing.” Unfortunately, for many reasons, some students fall below the standard GPA of 2.0, putting themselves in a position of possibly being placed on Academic Probation or Academic Suspension. It is important to be aware that you must have a minimum 2.0 GPA to graduate from OCCC, but many majors and most four year schools have much higher GPA requirements.
Losing Your Financial Aid
If your GPA is below the minimum standard, your
financial aid and/or Scholarships will be negatively
affected. It is highly likely that you will see a
decrease in your awarded amount or lose your
funding. Students are required to make Satisfactory
Academic Progress (SAP) each semester. If your
progress falls below the standard you may be
contacted by Financial Aid.
Tips to Improve Your GPA o See a faculty advisor or academic advisor.
They can help you develop a personal plan for improvement.
o Meet with your instructors to discuss your concerns and clarify questions about course material.
o Utilize the academic support resources available to learn skills needed to be successful in college i.e., study skills, time management or organization skills.
o Balance your course load to set yourself up to be successful! For example, take a mix of classes that have heavy workloads along with classes that are less intense.
o Take fewer classes so you can devote more time to each course.
o Retake a course to replace a low grade. See an advisor to determine if this is a good option to meet your goals.
o Attend all classes and complete all assignments. Take advantage of all extra credit opportunities available to you.
o Ask for help before it is too late!
QUALITY POINTS
PER HOUR
GRADE QUALITY POINTS FOR A 3 CREDIT HOUR COURSE
4 A 12
3 B 9
2 C 6
1 D 3
0 F 0
Grade Credit (course)
hours (CR)
Quality Points (QP)
What if … replacing the F
with an A
Grade Points
A 4 16 A 16
B 3 9 B 9
B 3 9 B 9
F 3 0 A 12 A 1 4 A 4
Totals 14 38 50
GPA 38/14 2.7 50/14 3.5
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Appendix B: OCCC Degree Options
At Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC), you can choose from a variety of associate degree and certificate of mastery programs based on your education and career goals:
1. Associate in Arts degree (AA) or Associate in Science degree (AS) – most often used to transfer to another college or university, with community college credits going toward a Bachelor of Arts degree or a Bachelor of Science degree.
2. Associate in Applied Science degree (AAS) – most often used to go directly into the job market, include the OCCC job skills guarantee.
3. Certificate programs (Cert) – most often used to expand existing skill sets, change careers or seek promotions or new opportunities in your chosen field.
Automotive Technology, AAS, Certificate
Automotive Technology Internship
Program, AAS
GM Automotive Service Educational
Program, AAS
Automotive Technology, Certificate
Biology, AS
Biology-AS option
Pre-Baccalaureate in Allied Health-AS
option
Pre-Baccalaureate in Nursing-AS option
Biotechnology, AAS, Certificate
Business, AS, AAS, Certificate
Accounting/Finance Support Specialist-
AAS
Administrative Assistant- AAS
Business Management- AAS
General- AAS
Legal Secretary- AAS
Vehicle Service Management- AAS
Bilingual Banking-Certificate
General Office Support-Certificate
Legal Office Procedures-Certificate
Medical Office Administration-
Certificate
Vehicle Service Advisor-Certificate
Chemistry, AS
Chemistry-AS option
Pre-dentistry-AS option
Pre-pharmacy-AS option
Pre-Medicine-AS option
Child Development, AA, AAS, Certificate
Child Development: Administrator, AAS
Clinical Research Coordinator, AAS, Certificate
Computer-Aided Technology, AAS, Certificate
Computer-Aided Design, (CAD) AAS
Computer Science, AS, AAS, Certificate
Cyber/Information Security-AAS
Computer Programming-AAS
Web Design and Development-AAS
Computer Networking Support-
Certificate
Computer Systems Support-Certificate
Cyber/Information Security-Certificate
Web Design-Certificate
General option-transferring to UCO or
colleges with similar patterns
Management Information Systems
Software Development (transferring to
OU or colleges with similar patterns)
Web Development-Certificate
Diesel Technology, AAS
Digital Cinema Production, AA, AAS, Certificate
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Appendix B: OCCC Degree Options (Cont.)
Digital Media Design, AAS, Certificate
Computer Animation-AAS, Certificate
Game Design-AAS, Certificate
Graphic Design-AAS, Certificate
Photography/Digital Imaging-AAS,
Certificate
Diversified Studies, AA/AS
Emergence Medical Sciences, AAS
Emergency Medical Paramedic-
Certificate
Advanced Emergency Technician-
Certificate
Emergency Medical Technician
Certificate
Engineering, AS
Engineering Technology, AAS
Enterprise Development, AA, AS
Enterprise Development/Bus, AS
Geographic Information System (GIS), AAS
Geographic Information System (GIS),
Certificate
History, AA
Humanities, AA
Journalism & Broadcasting, AA
Broadcasting option
Journalism option
Public Relations option
Liberal Studies, AA
Medical Assistant, AAS
Modern Languages, AA, Certificate
Spanish- AA
French- AA
German- AA
Spanish- Certificate
Nursing, AAS
Occupational Therapy Assistant, AAS
Physical Therapy Assistant, AAS
Physics, AS
Political Science/Pre-Law, AA
Psychology, AS
Pre-Education, AS
Sociology, AA
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, AAS
Speech and Theatre, AA
Speech AA option
Theatre AA option
Visual Arts, AA
Surgical Technology, AAS
Respiratory Care, AAS
Unmanned Vehicle Systems (UVS), AAS
Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Certificate
Visual Arts, AA
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Appendix C: OCCC GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
All degree programs include core competencies covering communication, math and science,
humanities, social science and life skills. General Education at Oklahoma City Community
College is an integral component of each student’s experience. Every student receiving an
Associate Degree (AAS. AA. or AS.) must complete general education requirements set forth by
the Oklahoma Board of Regents.
AA or AS degree include a minimum of 61 credit hours including the following general
education core requirements.
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APPENDIX D: ONLINE COURSES
It is very common for students to enroll in online courses. Students should consider the following
questions before enrolling in an online course:
Are you comfortable with the internet? How often do you use it? What do you do online?
A student needs more than basic email and web surfing skills. Successful online students have
varied online experience and probably log on every single day.
Do you know how to upload or attach files? Do you know how to download and open files?
The student should respond confidently to both questions. Different systems work in different
ways, but the student should have some experience with uploading, attaching, and
downloading files.
Why do you want to take an online course? What do you expect it to be like?
Watch for red flags, such as busy schedule or desire for less work. Online classes offer more
flexibility in a student’s schedule, but they do not take less time or work. Some will take more
time and work than on-campus section. Also note that very few of our online courses are self-
paced.
Are you a procrastinator? Are you able to work independently? Do you have trouble meeting
deadline? How often would you login to your course?
Procrastinators do not fare well in online classes, and the students would ideally check for
messages and updates every day.
Are you willing to sign on the first day of the semester and start work immediately?
Most classes will have work due the first week. The student must give this class just as much
priority as an on-campus class. It is also advisable that student log into their MOODLE
account before semester begins, so that any technical issues can be cleared up early.
(See instructions in Appendix F) NOTE: Any technical issues that students may experience will not exempt them from completing the assignments nor will it entitle them to a refund.
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APPENDIX E: HOW TO LOG ON TO MOODLE
To log in to your Moodle account, enter the following URL into your browser’s address bar: online.occc.edu. Next, enter your MineOnline username and password. By default, this is set to:
Username: firstname.middleinitial.lastname (example: john.a.doe).
Password: last six digits of your Social Security number (example: 123456). If you are an international student, your default password is set to the last six digits of the 999-XX-XXX number assigned to you.
Click Login.
Forgotten your username and password?
If you have change your password already and have forgotten it go to www.occc.edu, then go
to the login tab at the top of the page and click on Get My Username.
Need help logging in?
MineOnline Help Desk:
Phone: 405.682.7777
Web: www.occc.edu/get-my-username
Available: 7:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. Monday-Friday
Home Page
Once you log on to your MOODLE account, you will be at your Home Page. The courses that you
are currently enrolled in will appear in the upper right hand corner under “Courses”. However,
it will be available for you within the first day of class.
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APPENDIX F: MOODLE COURSE OVERVIEW
When you enter a specific course there will be five areas that can be accessed by clicking on the
appropriate tab. However, instructors may customize the layout of their course so the
descriptions and illustrations may not look exactly the same.
Course Tab. This is the course homepage which gives you access to the Course Syllabus, Course
Mail, Course Grades, Course Announcements and any additional features set up by the
Instructor.
Calendar Tab. The Calendar Tab will display instructor-posted events like assignments and
exams.
Modules. Modules contain course lessons and assignments. Modules vary and may contain
some or all of the following types of content: PowerPoint presentations, videos, assessments,
discussion forums, a drop box, files, links, reviews, quizzes, tests and surveys.
Resources Tab. Your instructor can provide a variety of components on the Resources Tab
depending on the needs of the particular course. You may see resources like course
announcements, course resources, links to resources on the web and more. The location of this
tab may vary if the professor customized his/her page. If your professor added a header (cover
art), the resource page may be located directly underneath. If not, you can usually find the
resource page on the right side of the modules in the navigation column. You may see
resources like course announcements, course resources, links to resources on the web and
more.
Navigation Column. The Navigation Column displays Links to all of courses, links to course mail,
course news and events. It may also include discussion forums, and communication links and
grades. Your instructor will make these available according to the needs of the course.
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APPENDIX G: Reading Course Codes
Subject Category HIST
Course Number 1493
Section Number TR01F
Subject Category: The subject category is a 2-5 letter abbreviation for the subject.
Course Number: The course number is a 4 number code the distinguishes the courses from each other. The last number in the course number represents the number of credit hours a course it.
Section Number: The course section number is a 5 digital code that distinguishes each course apart from the other courses being offered that semester.
The first spot is a letter. This letter represents the entry point for the course, the second spot will contain a letter. This letter represents what type of course it will be; the third and fourth spots will be numbers. These numbers are used to delineate course sections with similar entry points, types and terms; the last spot will be a letter. This letter represents the term of the course.
E= Early 8-week or Early Summer 4-week
C= A face to face course in which computers will be used at least 50% during the course meeting time.
F= Fall
M= Mid/Late 8-week or Late Summer 4-week
R= Face to face courses meeting in a traditional classroom setting
S= Spring
I= Intercession, Classes that meet between regularly scheduled semesters
T= Courses taught at a technology center
U= Summer
T=Traditional 8 week summer term or 16-week fall or spring item.
H= Concurrent course taught at a High School
F=A course held on 5 consecutive Saturdays
W= A class is 100% online, including testing.
X= Online course, with proctored exams.
Y= Hybrid course offered partially online and partially face to face.
P= Courses paired together in convenient blocks of time, requiring enrollment in all courses within a specific pair.
A=Lab assisted courses
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