Dec 03, 2024  
2009-2010 Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
2009-2010 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED]

Notice To All Students


The course offerings and requirements of the institution are continually under examination and revision. This catalog presents the offerings and requirements in effect at the time of publication but is no guarantee that they will not be changed or revoked. However, adequate and reasonable notice will be given to students affected by any changes. Students are advised that the TBR General Education Core Curriculum changed effective Fall 2004 and degree requirements began changing in Fall 2005. This catalog is not intended to state contractual terms and does not constitute a contract between the student and the institution. The institution reserves the right to make changes as required in course offerings, curricula, academic policies and other rules and regulations affecting students to be effective whenever determined by the institution. These changes will govern current and formerly enrolled students. Enrollment of all students is subject to these conditions.

Current information may be obtained from the following sources:

  • Admission Requirements—Admissions and Records Office
  • Course Offerings—Department or Division offering the course
  • Degree Requirements—Admissions and Records Office
  • Fees and Tuition—Business Office

Cleveland State Community College provides the opportunity for students to increase their knowledge by offering programs of instruction in the various disciplines and programs through faculty who, in the opinion of the institution, are qualified for teaching at the college level. The acquisition and retention of knowledge by any student is, however, contingent upon the student’s desire and ability to learn and his or her application of appropriate study techniques to any course or program. Thus, Cleveland State Community College must necessarily limit representation of student preparedness in any field of study to that competency demonstrated at that specific point in time at which appropriate academic measurements were taken to certify course or program completion.

Cleveland State Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/ EEO) institution committed to the education of a nonracially identifiable staff and student body. The college does not permit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious views, veteran status, political affiliation, gender, age, national origin orientation or disability against employees, students and guests in any college sponsored or hosted educational program or activity including, but not limited to, the following: recruitment, admissions, academic and other educational program activities, housing, facilities, access to course offerings, counseling, financial assistance, employment assistance, health and insurance benefits and services, rules for marital and parental status, student services, and athletics.

Cleveland State Community College is committed to making the campus more accessible to students with disabilities. The addition of electric entrance doors to several buildings and the installation of a TDD machine (located at the switchboard) are examples of the college’s commitment to fully integrate persons with disabilities into the campus community. Handicapped parking spaces in each parking area are clearly marked. A map of handicapped parking spaces is included in the college’s Disability Support Services brochure which can be found in display racks throughout the campus and in the ACCESS Center.

Students with disabilities who need accommodations are required to contact the Coordinator of Disability Support Services within the first two weeks of the semester. This office is located in Room 118 of the George L. Mathis Student Center (423) 478-6217. Support services provided through this office may include arranging for interpreters, assistance in securing special materials and referrals to community resources.

Reporting Fraud, Waste or Abuse

If you have witnessed an act of fraud, waste or abuse and wish to report it, or would like more information, visit our web site at www.clevelandstatecc.edu. Click on the “Student” link and you will find the information on that page titled “Fraud, Waste or Abuse Policy.” You may also call (423) 614-8705.