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What is a corequisite?
What is a corequisite?
A prerequisite must be taken after another course.
A prerequisite must be taken after another course.
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What defines full-time status for a student?
What defines full-time status for a student?
A student is taking at least 12 credit hours.
What does it mean to withdraw from a course?
What does it mean to withdraw from a course?
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Where can you find course descriptions for Calhoun courses?
Where can you find course descriptions for Calhoun courses?
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What is satisfactory academic progress?
What is satisfactory academic progress?
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What does the financial aid attendance policy require?
What does the financial aid attendance policy require?
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What is a payment plan?
What is a payment plan?
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What are work studies?
What are work studies?
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What is the drop/add period?
What is the drop/add period?
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What is included in the President's List?
What is included in the President's List?
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What is the Dean's List?
What is the Dean's List?
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What is Phi Theta Kappa?
What is Phi Theta Kappa?
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What does the term Warhawks represent?
What does the term Warhawks represent?
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What is a jazz band?
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What is an Associate of Science Degree?
What is an Associate of Science Degree?
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What is an Associate of Applied Science Degree?
What is an Associate of Applied Science Degree?
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What are certificates in education?
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What are humanities courses?
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What are natural science courses?
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What is a distance learning course?
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What is a hybrid course?
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What is the Alabama Center for the Arts?
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What does the STARS guide help with?
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What is course forgiveness?
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Study Notes
Academic Terminology
- Corequisite: A course that must be taken simultaneously with another course, e.g., ELT 108 & 109 during the same semester.
- Prerequisite: A course required to be completed before enrolling in another course, e.g., MTH 112 needed before BUS 271.
- Full-time status: Students must enroll in at least 12 credit hours to achieve full-time status.
Course Management
- Withdraw: Students can withdraw from a course during designated periods of the semester without impacting GPA.
- Drop/Add: The two days at the beginning of the semester where students can adjust their schedules; refunds are not available after this period.
Course Information
- Course Descriptions: Detailed explanations of courses offered, available in the back of the Calhoun catalog.
- Satisfactory Academic Progress: A financial aid requirement requiring students to maintain a specific GPA and completion ratio for aid eligibility.
- Financial Aid Attendance Policy: Students must attend classes within the first week of the semester to qualify for financial aid.
Financial Aid and Payment
- Payment Plan: Allows students to spread tuition payments over time.
- Work Studies: A financial aid opportunity where students assist Calhoun Community College employees.
Academic Recognition
- President's List: An honor roll published each semester for students with a 4.0 GPA carrying 12 or more college-level credit hours.
- Dean's List: Honor roll for students with GPAs between 3.5 and 3.99, also needing 12 or more college-level credit hours.
Honor Societies and Clubs
- Phi Theta Kappa: An international honor society specifically for two-year colleges.
- Warhawks: The mascot for Calhoun Community College, also representing student ambassadors.
- Jazz Band: The instrumental ensemble organization on campus.
Degree Programs
- Associate of Science Degree (General Studies): Designed for students intending to transfer to a 4-year institution, with various concentrations available.
- Associate of Applied Science Degree: Tailored for students planning to enter the workforce directly after completion.
- Certificates: Programs beneath degree level intended for students aiming to secure employment.
Course Categories
- Humanities Courses: Include disciplines such as foreign language, art, literature, music, philosophy, religion, and theatre.
- Natural Science Courses: Comprise subjects like astronomy, biology, chemistry, physics, physical science, and physical geography.
Course Formats
- Distance Learning Course: A course format conducted entirely online.
- Hybrid Course: A combination format consisting of at least 50% online and the remainder in-class instruction.
Additional Resources
- Alabama Center for the Arts: The designation for Calhoun’s downtown Decatur campus.
- STARS Guide: A resource outlining classes for students planning to transfer to public 4-year institutions in Alabama.
- Course Forgiveness: Policy allowing students to retake a class without the original grade influencing their GPA.
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Description
This quiz covers essential academic terminology and course management concepts crucial for students navigating their education. Key topics include corequisites, prerequisites, full-time status, and policies regarding course withdrawal and adjustments. Test your knowledge on these important terms and policies.
