Chandler-Gilbert Community College Course Catalog and Student Handbook for the 2017-2018 year.
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Course Descriptions COLLEGE SERVICES & REGULATIONS Chandler-Gilbert Community College Catalog & Student Handbook 2018-2019 21 NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION Attending New Student Orientation is your first vital step toward starting smart and becoming a successful college student. Attending an orientation session prior to the start of classes is mandatory for all students new to CGCC. At New Student Orientation you will: • Meet current students, administrators, faculty, and staff • Learn about important support resources and departments on campus • Gain knowledge and skills that will contribute to your success as a student • Create a first semester academic plan with professional advisors If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Student Recruitment & Orientation at (480) 732-7385 or e-mail recruitment@cgc.edu OFFICE OF STUDENT RECRUITMENT The Office of Student Recruitment provides information to future students about various academic programs, services, and resources available at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. To schedule a campus tour or request information, call (480) 732-7385, visit the web at www.cgc.edu/recruitment or email recruitment@cgc.edu PLACEMENT TESTING Course placement testing is the process of evaluating students' present skills in English, reading, and mathematics to assist students in choosing courses that match their skills. Course selection is based on scores from course placement tests. New students enrolling in seven or more credit hours and students pursuing a degree or enrolling in English, reading, or mathematics courses must take a placement test. Upon entry, new students will: • Complete information about educational background and current college goals • Complete the course placement tests in English, reading, and mathematics • Obtain placement test results and course recommendations that students can then take to Advisement to work with an academic advisor for course selection • Newly enrolled students can take practice Accuplacer items The Testing Center at the Pecos Campus is located in the Coyote Center on the second floor. The Testing Center at the Williams Campus is located in Bluford Hall. For information regarding the times of the test sessions at the Pecos and Williams Campus, visit www.cgc.edu/testing For additional information for the Pecos Campus call (480) 732-7159 or call the Williams Campus at (480) 988-8000. Facilities Services The Facilities Services office is responsible for creating and maintaining a physical environment conducive to effective teaching and learning. To report problems associated with either buildings or grounds, stop by the office or call (480) 732-7285 at the Pecos