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Academic Programs at ECCAcademic DepartmentProgram NamePageCredentialEarnedProgram AccreditationUniversity TransferAssociate in Arts21AAAssociate in Engineering Science25AESAssociate in Fine Arts-Art23AFAAssociate in Fine Arts-Music24AFAAssociate in Liberal Studies26ALSAssociate in ice Technology30CertificateAutomotiveAutomotive Electrical Specialist31CertificateAutomotive Service Technology31AASBrake and Suspension Specialist31CertificateEngine Mechanical Repair Specialist31CertificateEngine Performance Specialist31CertificateTransmission & Drivetrain Specialist31CertificateClinical Laboratory Technology Clinical Laboratory Assistant32CertificateClinical Laboratory Technology32AASAccredited by NAACLS (National Accrediting Agency forClinical Laboratory Sciences)Computer & Info SciencesMicrocomputer Specialist34AASWeb PMSEHPBACTBACTComputer Aided DesignAutoCADCADComputer Aided DesignPracticing CertificateBACTBACTBACTBACTCriminal JusticeCriminal JusticeCRJ Law Enforcement Certificate3535AASCertificateBACTBACTCulinary Arts & HospitalityBaking AssistantCulinary Management-Cooks HelperCulinary Management-Culinary ArtsCulinary Mgt-Restaurant ManagementFirst CookHospitalityHotel ManagementHotel Management & MarketingHotel Management OperationsLead BakerPastry ArtsPastry Chef AssistantPrep CookRestaurant BACTBACTBACTBACTDental AssistingClinical Dental Assisting39CertificateAccredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation ofthe American Dental AssociationDental Office Aide39CertificatePreclinical Dental Assisting39CertificateMSEHPEMT - ParamedicEmergency Medical shipAdvanced EntrepreneurshipEntrepreneurshipIntermediate EntrepreneurshipIntroductory ertificateBACTBACTBACTBACTFire Science & SafetyEMSFire Officer IFire ScienceFire Science & SafetyFire Science & cateLVPALVPALVPALVPALVPALVPAGraphic DesignAdvanced Web DesignGraphic Design ComputerizedGraphic DesignGraphic Software Level IGraphic Software Level IIMultimedia DesignWeb DesignWeb Design16 E L G I NC O M M U N I T YC O L L E G E Approved by the IDPH (Illinois Department of Public Health)2 0 0 9–2 0 1 0MSEHPMSEHP
Academic Programs at ECCCredentialAcademic DepartmentProgram NamePage EarnedProgram AccreditationAcademicDivisionHeating, Vent, A/C & Refrigeration Energy Management47AASAll HVAC programs – partnership for Air Conditioning,Heating and Refrigeration Accrediation (PAHRA)Energy Management47CertificateHeating AC & Refrigeration Level I46CertificateHeating AC & Refrigeration Level II46CertificateHeating AC & Refrigeration Level III46CertificateHeating, AC & Refrigeration47AASSheet Metal HistotechnologyHistotechnology48AASAll Histotechnology programs - seeking initial accreditationfrom the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical LaboratorySciences n ServicesFamily Violence Counseling50CertificateEarly Childhood Education49Certificate Accredited as a Level I Entitled Program for the IllinoisDirector Credential (IDC)Early Childhood Education Option49AASAccredited as a Level I Entitled Program for the IllinoisDirector Credential (IDC)Family Violence Counseling50AASHuman Services Generalist51CertificateHuman Services Generalist Option51AASSubstance Abuse Counseling52Certificate Illinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse ProfessionalCertification Association, Inc. (IAODAPCA)Substance Abuse Counseling Option52AASIllinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse ProfessionalCertification Association, Inc. (IAODAPCA)Montessori Early Childhood49CertificateMontessori SCABSCABSCABSCABSIndustrial Mfg. TechnologyCNC Operator54Certificate All IMT program – U.S. Dept. of Labor Bureau of ApprenticeshipTraining for the supplemental instruction portion of localindustry apprenticeship programsIndustrial Manufacturing Technology54AASMachine Tool Operations53CertificateMachine Tool Technology54AASMold Making53CertificateThermoplastics Injection Molding54CertificateTool and Die Making54CertificateIST/Maintenance TechnologyAutomated Electronic SystemsElectrical SystemsIST/Maintenance TechnologyMechanical ement56Management-Supervisory &Administrative Management56Supervisory & Administrative Management ngMarketingMarketingRetail ManagementRetail Management58585757NursingBasic Nurse Assistant Training Program62Certificate Approved by the IDPH (Illinois Department of Public Health)Nclex-RN Remedial Certificate61CertificateNursing60AASAccredited by the NLNAC (National League for NursingAccrediting Commission). Approved by the IDFPR (IllinoisDepartment of Financial and Professional Regulation)Practical Nursing61Certificate2 0 0 9–2 0 1 0 E L G I NC O M M U N I T YC O L L E G EMSEHPMSEHPMSEHPMSEHP 17
Academic Programs at ECCAcademic DepartmentProgram NamePageCredentialEarnedProgram AccreditationOffice Admin TechnologyAcademicDivisionAdministrative Office AssistantComputer Office AssistantData Entry Office AssistantInformation Processing AssistantLegal Office AssistantMedical Office AssistantMOS Access PreparationMOS Excel PreparationMOS Powerpoint PreparationMOS Word PreparationOAT - Administrative Office ProfessionalOAT-Information Processing ProfessionalOAT-Legal Office ProfessionalOAT-Medical Office ProfessionalOffice AssistantNurse-Legal tificateAASAmerican Bar AssociationCertificate American Bar AssociationPersonal TrainerPersonal l Therapist AssistantPhysical Therapist Assistant71AASGranted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commissionon Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of theAmerican Physical Therapy Association. Candidacy is notan accreditation status nor does it assure eventualaccreditation.Public Safety CommunicationsPublic Safety Communications73CertificatePublic Safety 4AASAccredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education inRadiologic Technology (JRCERT)MSEHPSurgical TechnologySurgical Technology76CertificateMSEHPTruck DrivingTruck DrivingTruck Driving Owner/Operator7777Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of AlliedHealth Education Programs in cooperation with theAccreditation Review Committee on Education in EHPBACTBACTWeldingArc Welding78CertificateBACTMIG lding78CertificateBACTWelding Fabrication Technology78AASBACT18 E L G I NC O M M U N I T YC O L L E G E 2 0 0 9–2 0 1 0
University TransferUniversity Transfer DegreesTransfer DegreesTransfer GuaranteeThe university transfer program at ECC is agreat place to start a four-year degree. Itprovides foundation courses equivalent tothe first two years of a bachelor’s degreeand leads to transfer with junior standingto the college or university of choice.The following five associate degrees areavailable in the ECC university transferprogram. They are detailed in this sectionof the catalog.It is the policy of the District 509 Board ofTrustees that students completing a transferassociate degree from ECC be guaranteedthe acceptance of credits earned at ECC bythe transfer institution, backed by an offerof a refund of tuition for any courses notaccepted, subject to the conditions outlinedbelow.The following college majors are offeredat most Illinois state universities. Foundation courses required for them are availableat ECC. Students with specific majorsin mind will find it helpful to visit the college website for educational plans, outlining specific general education coursesmost appropriate for their transfer major,elgin.edu/academics. Click on universitytransfer.AccountingArt and graphic designArchitectureBehavioral sciencesBiologyBusinessChemistryCommunications and languagesComputer sciencesEducationEngineering and technologyEnglishFamily and consumer sciencesHealth professionsHospitality and phy and humanitiesPhysical education and recreationPsychologyPhysicsPublic service professionsSciencesSociologyTheatre and many more!Preparation for post-graduate professionsHigher educationLawMedicineVeterinary medicineAssociate in ArtsAssociate in ScienceAssociate in Engineering ScienceAssociate in Fine ArtsAssociate in Liberal StudiesTransfer ProcessFor a successful transfer to another school,ECC recommends the following guidelines.For more information, call the ECC Counseling and Transfer Center at 847-214-7390 orvisit their web page, elgin.edu/counseling. Visit the Counseling Center where professional counselors can assist you in makinglife choices. Classes such as “ExploringCareers and College Majors” allow you toinvestigate career choice, college majorand choosing a transfer college or university. Visit the Transfer Center for personalizedassistance in selecting and correspondingwith various departments at the school ofyour choice. Attend college night where over 120 college representatives visit ECC’s campus. Obtain and study catalogs and the website of the four-year colleges or universities you are considering. Become familiarwith their entrance, graduation andmajor requirements. Decide on your transfer school. Create a transfer educational plan withan ECC counselor using the catalog as aguide. Follow your educational plan. Consultyour counselor when changes occur. At the beginning of your last semesterat ECC, apply for graduation. You needto apply for your degree even if you donot plan to participate in the graduationceremony. See pg. ? Accept final responsibility for your successful transfer to another institution.A. The application for a refund must besubmitted within one calendar year ofcompletion or graduation with a transfer degree from ECC.B. The course must have been completedwith a grade of C or better.C. The refund would be based upon thetuition paid at the time the course wascompleted.D. The student has met with an authorizedcounselor from ECC, declared a majorand a transfer college or university priorto taking any courses in the guarantee,and taking only those courses approvedin writing by the ECC counselor.E. The student transfers to the college oruniversity declared within two years ofinitial enrollment at ECC.F. The student requests an evaluationby the transfer institution of the ECCcourses completed immediately upontransfer.G. The student cooperates with ECC personnel in resolving any transfer difficulties by notifying the college and submitting any necessary consents or releasesfor student records or correspondence.H. The student submits within 60 days ofbeing notified by the transfer institution that a course has been refused forcredit and makes a claim for the refund.The claim must state the reasons for therefusal offered by the institution, thename, position, address and telephonenumber of the person notifying thestudent of the refusal and copies ofany correspondence or documentationprovided by the transfer institution.The college will first attempt to resolvethe issue with the transfer institution.If favorable resolution is not achievedwithin 120 days, the reimbursement willbe authorized.The sole recourse available to participantsenrolled in this guarantee program shallbe limited to the tuition reimbursement ofthe class at the time of enrollment, with norecourse for damages, court costs or any associated costs of any kind or right to appealbeyond those specified by ECC.2 0 0 9–2 0 1 0 E L G I NC O M M U N I T YC O L L E G E 19
University TransferIllinois ArticulationInitiative (IAI)Center for AdvancedStudiesThis statewide agreement, in which ECCparticipates, allows easy transfer of completed general education core curriculumbetween participating Illinois collegesand universities. Transferring students areassured that general education requirements for an associate’s degree or lowerdivision general education requirementsfor a bachelor’s degree have been satisfied.Receiving institutions may require admittedtransfer students to complete institutionwide and/or mission-related graduationrequirements beyond the scope of the IAIgeneral education core curriculum. All community colleges, all public state universities,and most private colleges/universities haveendorsed the IAI.elgin.edu/advancedstudiesThe IAI recommends courses typicallytaken by freshmen and sophomores for aspecific major and those recommendationsare noted as part of the course description shown in this catalog. However, thoserecommendations are intended for studentswho are undecided about a transfer school.For students who know where they willtransfer, see an ECC counselor for an educational plan designed for a particular transfer institution. You may also read about theIAI on the Web at www.itransfer.org.U. SelectThis online tool allows ECC students todownload their academic records into anational database to see how their courseswill transfer to various institutions andmajors. Students may create an account atuic.transfer.org/cas.On Campus Bachelor’s Degree PartnersECC has partnered with Columbia Collegeof Missouri and Northern Illinois Universityto offer convenient access to upper-levelcourses leading to a bachelor’s degree, allowing students to complete their undergraduate studies without leaving the ECCcampus, extensive travel or relocation.Students complete the first two to threeyears of their bachelor’s degree enrollingin ECC courses at ECC’s lower tuition rates,then enjoy a seamless transition to one ofthese schools.Columbia College of Missouri Bachelor of Arts or Science in business administration with majors in: management,marketing or human resources management. Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice administration, human services or interdisciplinary studiesOffice: University and Business Center,Room UBC 210, ECC Main CampusPhone: 847-214-7197; Fax: 847-214-7003;E-Mail: columbia@elgin.eduWebsite: ccis.edu/elginNorthern Illinois University, DeKalb Bachelor of General Studies with majorsin health and human sciences (for practicing professionals) Bachelor of General Studies in liberal artsand sciences. Bachelor of Science in nursing (RN to BSNcompletion) Undergraduate and graduate certificatein geographic information systemsPhone: 815-753-7097; 866-885-1239Website: ecc.niu.eduDual AdmissionECC partners with Columbia College ofMissouri and NIU along with RooseveltUniversity and Western Illinois University tooffer dual admission. That means studentstake the courses offered by their choice ofdual admission partner beginning freshmanyear, providing they gain admission to oneof schools participating in dual admission.Beginning junior year, students take classeson the home campus of their school.20 E L G I NC O M M U N I T YC O L L E G E 2 0 0 9–2 0 1 0Compact AgreementECC has an agreement with nine of 12public universities in Illinois which providesautomatic junior standing upon transfer tostudents who earn either the Associate inArts or the Associate in Science degree atECC. They are:Eastern Illinois UniversityGovernors State UniversityIllinois State UniversityNortheastern Illinois UniversityNorthern Illinois UniversitySouthern Illinois University, CarbondaleSouthern Illinois University, EdwardsvilleUniversity of Illinois, SpringfieldWestern Illinois UniversityIt is recommended that students considering the University of Illinois - ChampaignUrbana, University of Illinois - Chicago, Chicago State University, any private school, orany out‑of‑state school select ECC coursesto match the specific freshman and sophomore requirements at those institutions.Transfer Educational Plans by MajorIn addition to the offerings of advancedstudies partners, ECC counselors will helpECC students create an educational planfor successful transfer to any college oruniversity. Transfer plans for more than 20colleges and universities, the most popularECC transfer destinations, are available online along with more than 40 common college majors at elgin.edu/academics, selectuniversity transfer. For more information,call the ECC Counseling & Transfer Center,847-214-7390.
University TransferAssociate in Arts DegreeThese requirements are effective for newstudents admitted to ECC beginning summer, 1998 or later.1. General EducationRequirement. 37 sem. hrs.This degree is designed for transfer to fouryear institutions and intended for studentsmajoring in Art/Commercial Art, BehavioralSciences, Communications, Criminal Justice,Education, Foreign Languages, HomeEconomics (Consumer and Family Studies),Humanities, Liberal Arts, Music, Pre-Law,Social Sciences and Theatre.Graduates earning this degree meet therequirement for coursework on improving human relations as defined in 110 ILCS205/9.21 (formerly Ill.Rev. Stat. 1991 Ch. 144sec. 189.21) or PA-87-581.The college recommends all students createan Educational Plan with a counselor in theECC Counseling Center prior to registering.Students with previous academic, careerand life experiences are encouraged tohave a transcript analysis completed and toinvestigate CLEP and ECC Proficiency Creditto fulfill prerequisite, course and/or degreerequirements.A. Communications. 9 sem. hrs.Three courses including a two course sequencein writing (6 semester credits) and one course (3semester credits) in oral communication. A C orbetter in English (ENG) 101 and 102 is requiredfor those students entering summer 1999 orlater.ENG - English 101 and 102.6 sem. hrs.SPH - Speech 101.3 sem. hrs.B. Mathematics. 3 sem. hrs.One course from the list belowMTH - Math 101, 102, 120, 125, 126, 133, 134,201MTH 113 (for elementary education majorsonly)C. Physical and Life Sciences . 7 sem. hrs.Two courses with one course selected from thelife sciences and one course from the physicalsciences and including one laboratory course(Note: L Lab)Physical SciencesAPS - Applied Physical Science 111L, 211LATY - Astronomy 100CHM - Chemistry 115LCHM 101L, 112L, 142L (only one counts for IAIPhysical Sciences course)GEO - Geography 115GLY - Geology 105, 112LPHY - Physics 101L, 111LEach of the courses listed below has an Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) equivalentnumber. Refer to the Course Descriptionsection in this catalog for course titles, IAInumbers, and specifics.Life SciencesBIO - Biology 105, 115L, 150LBIO 110L, 113L (only one counts for IAI LifeSciences course)D. Humanities and Fine Arts . .9 sem. hrs.Three courses with at least one course selectedfrom humanities and at least one course fromthe fine arts(Note: N human diversity from a non-westernperspective; D human diversity within theUnited States)HumanitiesForeign Languages FLF 104, FLG 104, FLS 104(only one counts for IAI Humanities course)HIS - History 118, 160HUM - Humanities 110, 112, 113,170N, 202,203N, 204, 205, 216HUM 115, 116 (only one counts for IAIHumanities course)LIT - Literature 201, 202, 203, 205, 210D, 211D,214, 215, 216, 217, 223N, 229, 235LIT 230, 241, 243, 245 (only one counts forIAI Humanities course)LIT 231, 242, 244 (only one counts forIAI Humanities course)Fine ArtsART - Art 115, 151, 154N, 155ART 152, 153 (only one counts for IAI Fine Artscourse)MUS - Music 104N, 105, 106, 107THE – Theatre 100, 122, 1242 0 0 9–2 0 1 0 E L G I NInterdisciplinary Humanities & Fine Arts(May count as either Humanities or Fine Arts)HUM - Humanities 101, 102, 103NSPH - Speech 106E. Social & Behavioral Sciences.9 sem. hrs.Three courses with at least one course selectedfrom Social Sciences and at least one courseselected from Behavioral Sciences(Note: N human diversity from a non-westernperspective; D human diversity within theUnited States)1. Social SciencesBEC - Economics 101, 102, 103GEO - Geography 116NHIS - History 101, 102, 115N, 116N, 120N,121N, 130N, 131N, 140N, 141N, 151, 152POS - Political Science 150, 151, 152, 250,251N, 253N2. Behavioral SciencesATR-Anthropology 120N, 210, 220N, 250PSY-Psychology 100, 212, 214, 218SOC-Sociology 100, 201, 209D, 210, 220DPSY 215, SOC 215 (only one counts for IAIBehavioral Sciences course)2. Major Field & ElectiveCourses. 23 sem. hrs.Students should choose an intended major at atransfer institution as soon as possible and selectcourses which are required for their major.After fulfilling required courses for their major,students may complete this area with electives. Ingeneral, any course numbered 100 or above with a1.1 code in the course description may be used. Ifthe student wishes to enroll in a course which doesnot have a 1.1 code he/she should see a counselorprior to enrolling to discuss the transferability ofthe course.3. College RequirementsA. A total of 60 hours or more must be completedas specified. This total cannot include anycredits earned in courses numbered below 100nor any courses with ABE, ASE, or ESL prefixes.The 60 hours total may include up to four hoursof credit in Physical Education, courses prefixedby PHC, PHM, or PHW.B. A minimum cumulative grade point average of2.0 for all courses numbered 100 and above.C. Meet the college’s Academic Residency requirement which means a minimum of 15 semesterhours in courses numbered 100 and above musthave been achieved at ECC, excluding CLEP andproficiency credits.D. Students may apply up to six hours of Independent Study credit toward any associate degree.C O M M U N I T YC O L L E G E 21
University TransferAssociate in Science DegreeThese requirements are effective for newstudents admitted to ECC beginning summer, 1998 or later.This degree is designed for transfer to fouryear institutions and intended for studentsmajoring in Aviation, Business, Computer &Information Sciences, Engineering, Healthrelated fields, Math, Physical Education/Recreation, Pre-medicine/dentistry, and Science.Graduates earning this degree meet therequirement for coursework on improving human relations as defined in 110 ILCS205/9.21 (formerly Ill.Rev. Stat. 1991 Ch. 144sec. 189.21) or PA-87-581.The college recommends all students createan Educational Plan with a counselor in theECC Counseling Center prior to registering.Students with previous academic, careerand life experiences are encouraged tohave a transcript analysis completed and toinvestigate CLEP and ECC Proficiency Creditto fulfill prerequisite, course and/or degreerequirements.Life SciencesBIO - Biology 105, 115L, 150LBIO 110L, 113L (only one counts for IAI LifeSciences course)D. Humanities and Fine Arts. 9 sem. hrs.Three courses with at least one course selectedfrom humanities and at least one course fromthe fine arts(Note: N human diversity from a non-westernperspective; D human diversity within theUnited States)HumanitiesForeign Languages FLF 104, FLG 104, FLS 104(only one counts for IAI Humanities course)HIS - History 118, 160HUM - Humanities 110, 112, 113, 170N, 202,203N, 204, 205, 216HUM 115, 116 (only one counts for IAI Humanities course)LIT - Literature 201, 202, 203, 205, 210D, 211D,214, 215, 216, 217, 223N, 229, 235LIT 230, 241, 243, 245 (only one counts for IAIHumanities course)LIT 231, 242, 244 (only one counts for IAIHumanities course)Each of the courses listed below has an Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) equivalentnumber. Refer to the Course Descriptionsection in this catalog for course titles, IAInumbers, and specifics.Fine ArtsART - Art 115, 151, 154N, 155ART 152, 153 (only one counts for IAI Fine Artscourse)MUS - Music 104N, 105, 106, 107THE – Theatre 100, 122, 1241. General EducationRequirement. 41 sem. hrs.Interdisciplinary Humanities & Fine Arts(May count as either Humanities or Fine Arts)HUM - Humanities 101, 102, 103NSPH - Speech 106A. Communications.9 sem. hrs.Three courses including a two course sequencein writing (6 semester credits) and one course (3semester credits) in oral communication. A C orbetter in English (ENG) 101 and 102 is requiredfor those students entering summer 1999 orlater.ENG - English 101 and 102.6 sem. hrs.SPH - Speech 101.3 sem. hrs.B. Mathematics. 6 sem. hrs.Two courses selected from the courses listedbelowMTH - Math 101, 102, 120, 125, 126, 133, 134,201MTH 113 (for elementary education majorsonly)C. Physical and Life Sciences . 8 sem. hrs.Two courses with one course selected from thelife sciences and one course from the physicalsciences and including one laboratory course(Note: L Lab)Physical SciencesAPS - Applied Physical Science 111L, 211LATY - Astronomy 100CHM - Chemistry 115LCHM - 101L, 112L, 142L (only one counts for IAIPhysical Sciences course)GEO - Geography 115GLY - Geology 105, 112LPHY - Physics 101L, 111L22 E L G I NC O M M U N I T YE. Social & Behavioral Sciences. 9 sem. hrs.Three courses with at least one course selectedfrom Social Sciences and at least one courseselected from Behavioral Sciences(Note: N human diversity from a non-westernperspective; D human diversity within theUnited States)1. Social SciencesBEC - Economics 101, 102, 103GEO - Geography 116NHIS - History 101, 102, 115N, 116N, 120N,121N, 130N, 131N, 140N, 141N, 151, 152POS - Political Science 150, 151, 152, 250,251N, 253N2. Behavioral SciencesATR - Anthropology 120N, 210, 220N, 250PSY - Psychology 100, 212, 214, 218SOC - Sociology 100, 201, 209D, 210, 220DPSY 215, SOC 215 (only one counts for IAIBehavioral Sciences course)C O L L E G E 2 0 0 9–2 0 1 02. Major Field &Elective CourseS. 19 sem. hrs.Students should choose an intended major at atransfer institution as soon as possible and selectcourses which are required for their major.After fulfilling required courses for their major,students may complete this area with electives. Ingeneral, any course numbered 100 or above with a1.1 code in the course description may be used. Ifthe student wishes to enroll in a course which doesnot have a 1.1 code he/she should see a counselorprior to enrolling to discuss the transferability ofthe course.3. College RequirementsA. A total of 60 hours or more must be completedas specified. This total cannot include anycredits earned in courses numbered below 100nor any courses with ABE, ASE, or ESL prefixes.The 60 hours total may include up to four hoursof credit in Physical Education, courses prefixedby PHC, PHM, or PHW.B. A minimum cumulative grade point average of2.0 for all courses numbered 100 and above.C. Meet the college’s Academic Residency requirement which means a minimum of 15 semesterhours in courses numbered 100 and above musthave been achieved at ECC, excluding CLEP andproficiency credits.D. Students may apply up to six hours of Independent Study credit toward any associate degree.
University TransferAssociate in Fine ArtsDegreeThese requirements are effective for newstudents admitted to ECC beginning summer, 1998 or later.C. Physical & Life Sciences.7-8 sem. hrs.Two courses with one course selected from thePhysical Sciences and one course from the LifeSciences and including one laboratory course(Note: L Lab)Physical SciencesAPS - Applied Physical Science 111L, 211LATY - Astronomy 100CHM - Chemistry 115LCHM 101L, 112L, 142L (only one counts for IAIPhysical Sciences course)GEO - Geography 115GLY - Geology 105, 112LPHY - Physics 101L, 111LVisual Art EmphasisIllinois colleges and universities offer twodifferent bachelor’s degrees in art: the professional Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree and the Bachelors of Arts (B.A.) degreewith a major in art. In general, the B.F. A.degree requires about 135 semester creditsfor completion, while the B.A. degree witha major in art requires 120 to 124 semestercredits for completion. The B.F.A. degreegenerally requires more studio art coursesthan does the B.A. degree. In some collegesand universities, a B.A. degree requirescompetency in a foreign language, whilethe B.F.A. degree often does not.Life SciencesBIO - Biology 105, 115L, 150LBIO 110L, BIO 113L (only one counts for IAI LifeSciences course)D. Humanities. 6 sem. hrs.(Note: N human diversity from a non-westernperspective; D human diversity within theUnited States)To transfer as a junior into either a B.F.A. ora B.A. program with a major in art, studentsshould select the option described below inconsultation with a faculty member in theart department. Since transfer admission iscompetitive, completion of this option doesnot guarantee admission. Most institutionsrequire a portfolio review for admissionto a B.F.A. program, for registration inadvance studio art courses, and/or for scholarship consideration. Community and juniorcollege students are strongly encouragedto complete an associate degree beforetransferring.The General Education co
Human Services Family Violence Counseling 50 Certificate CABS Early Childhood Education 49 Certificate Accredited as a Level I Entitled Program for the Illinois CABS . Nursing Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program 62 Certificate Approved by the IDPH (Illinois Department of Public Health) MSEHP . For a successful transfer to another school .
