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:

• 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:

• 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:

• 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:

E. An economic development program composed of: