Palomar College

Broken Escalator What’s the main point?

What’s the Difference? High SchoolCollege 180 hours of instruction Little or no time studying Constant reminder of classes through homework & reading assignments A’s & B’s without studying Teacher Supported/Directed 48 hours of instruction Study 2 hours for every hour of class No homework or reading assignments for every class D’s and F’s without studying Student Directed

Catalog Hold up your CATALOG. Not FREE. Handbook to College.

Course Numbering # 1-49: Non-degree Applicable (Foundation) Eng 10 # 50 +: Associate’s of Arts Degree Applicable Eng 50 # with CSU &/or UC designation: Transferable Eng 100

Units 1 unit typically = 1 hour of instruction per week 12 units = full time student Study Time – 2 to 3 hours for every hour in class per week Full Time school = 36 hours of class and study time (12 hours instruction + 24 hours study time)

Requisites – aka Requirements PRErequisite – Required prior to taking a course CO-requisite – Required at the same time as taking another course

Schedule Hold up your SCHEDULE. Go to p. 8 in your SCHEDULE.

Class Offerings Main Campus vs. Satellite Locations – 7 sites Distance Learning Internet TV Class Flexible Scheduling – alternative to 16 weeks sessions Fast Track Late Start Self-Paced Open Entry/Open Exit TBA

Schedule on eServices

Registering for Classes Be aware of: Time Location Method of instruction Class status: Open Classes Waitlisted Classes Closed Classes

Educational Options Personal growth or career development Vocational certificate (1-2 years) Associate of Arts Degree (2-3 years) Transfer preparation to a university leading to a Bachelor’s degree (2-3 years)

Certificate of Achievement Concentration of specific course work designed for immediate employment No GE required Short-term goal

Associate’s Degree 60 units minimum for AA degree Associate’s Degree General Education Major Electives _______ Only courses #50 or higher are degree applicable.

Transfer Model Courses #100+ are transferable (UC/CSU) Freshman Sophomore Lower Division Electives Junior Senior Upper Division General Education Major Prep _______ 60 units min. to transfer BA/BS = 120 semester units min. General Education Major Electives _______

How do I select classes? Catalog & Schedule in hand Start with English and math General Education pattern (Yellow, Blue, Green) Major Counseling Courses Reading Courses Area of Interest

Counseling classes College Success Skills (Coun 110) Career Search (Coun 165) Major Search (Coun 170) Career Life Planning (Coun 115) Quest for Identity (Coun 120) Transfer Success, UniversityLink (Coun 101) Overcoming Test Anxiety (Coun 48) Basic Study Skills (Coun 45)

Learning Communities Go to p. 4 in the Schedule What Linked classes (English, Math, Counseling, Reading) Same group of students Work with instructors, tutors, & counselors Why Higher GPA & complete more units Support system Critical classes to support you in college

Schedule Monday Tuesday WednesdayThursdayFriday 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00 12:30 1:00 1:30 2:00 2:30 3:00 3:30 4:00 4:30 5:00 ENG 10 (4) MATH 50 (4) COUN 110 (3) COUN 110 (3) ART 100 (3) ART 100 (3) WORK MATH 50 (4) STUDY

Adds & Drops You are responsible! Adding Dropping Making sure instructor will not drop you

Support Services Disability Resource Center services and classes Learning Escondido Math lab Writing lab Extended Opportunity Programs and Services TRIO/Student Support Services Career Center Transfer Center Health Services Counseling Go to p. 175 in the schedule.

See a Counselor After classes start, make an appointment with a counselor to expand your educational plan. Main Campus Appointments: (760) Escondido Campus Appointments: (760) x8157 See a Palomar Counselor at least once per semester.

Transfer Class of 2010 Words of wisdom

Your Education Plan Vital to your progress and success Prioritize Math and English classes GE options Counseling Classes

How do I select classes? Schedule and catalog in hand Start with English and math General Education pattern (Yellow, Blue, Green) Counseling Courses Major Reading Courses Area of Interest Learning Communities

What’s Next? Small group counseling sessions Educational Planning Registration Workshop Learn How To Register on June 4th