FYE-103 Success for College, Career, and Life
Course Record Number: CRN #38289
Fall 2014
Monday & Wednesday 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
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COURSE SYLLABUS
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Chris Heyer, M.B.A.
chris.heyer@yc.edu
649-4568
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Blog: http://mcheyer.wordpress.com/
Monday 10:00 – 11:00 am
Tuesday 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Wednesday 12:45 – 1:30 pm
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Fall 2014
Monday & Wednesday
11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Building and room
Welcome!
I am truly committed to making this course interesting and a great learning experience for you. I respect you as
responsible adults and have designed this course to help you develop the competencies you need to attain success in
your chosen field of endeavor. Please contact me if you get to a point during the semester where you feel
overwhelmed or like you cannot finish the course. I’m here to help you, and we can work together to find a strategy
for your success.
I.
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Description & Credits
FYE 103. Success for College, Career and Life (3 credits). Life and college success strategies, including community
building activities, designed to help students make a successful transition to college. Three lecture. Description from
the Course Outline.
Course Overview, Purpose & Credit Hours
To prepare students for success in college, careers, and life. Foundation Studies
Course Prerequisites & Co-requisites
None
Required Texts and Materials
List full text citations of all required materials with ISBN Numbers – a graphic is also very nice to include
Guidelines for achieving desired level of understanding
Required library/library-accessible resources can be described here
Also add information on the Bookstore here – Bookstore Web link
Supplementary (Optional) Texts and Materials
Share full text citations of any supplementary materials.
Include information on reference materials at the Library, if you place items on hold.
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Course Content & Learning Outcomes / Objectives
~ from the approved Course Outline
COURSE CONTENT: (Example)
1. Success strategies (learning styles / study skills / test taking skills)
2. Self-awareness and self-regulation
3. College culture & environment
4. Time management and organizational skills
5. Academic and technology skills
6. Student support resources
7. Academic and career planning
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. Identify and apply skills and strategies necessary for success in both college and life. (1-3, 5)
2. Implement a time management system for timely accomplishment of academic work and life balance.
(3, 4)
3. Utilize campus resources, including academic advising. (3, 6, 7)
4. Navigate technology related to success at Yavapai College, including Canvas™ learning management
system, program tracking software, career exploration resources, library technology, and the YC Website.
(3, 5-7)
II. COURSE COMMUNICATION, WEBSITE AND MEDIA
College Website & Links: Yavapai College uses a Central Authentication Service (CAS) to log into the college website
and access information. Students log in with their YC Username & Password on the YC Homepage (http://www.yc.edu/).
Click the
button (upper right side).
Available Links once you Login:
YC
Home
New
E-mail
College
Information
Courses in which
You are enrolled
Faculty
Services
Canvas
Link
E-Mail
Faculty
Main Menu
Log Out
Student Email: Enrolled students are required to use the YC 'Scholar' e-mail address for official College
communications. To access your 'Scholar' e-mail - once you have logged in - click the email clicking on the email icon
(envelope) on the YC Homepage.
Please check your Yavapai College Scholar account for class information and announcements several times per week, and
especially on class days (Monday & Wednesday). For more information and e-mail assistance, download this PDF
document, Yavapai College Email. You may elect to forward your YC e-mail to an address different from the official
Yavapai College account (see instructions on website), but assume full responsibility for reading e-mail at the forwarded
location.
When you send me an email, please make sure to include class title (Name of Class) and question in the Subject line of
your message. Please use complete sentences and proper grammar in your message.
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Instructor Communication
I will communicate with you via your required YC Scholar e-mail address only. I will do my best to respond to emails
within 24-48 hours of normal business hours.
Try Three Places Rule: While I try to be accessible to your needs, I need your help, too. I respectfully ask that you attempt
to find the answers to your questions in at least THREE places before you contact me. The answer to your question may
be in your text, on a website, in this syllabus, from a team member, or easily available through minor research. If you
can’t find an answer after three attempts, then by all means contact me. When you call or e-mail me, expect me to ask
you for the three places that you looked for the information you need.
Online Course Information and Grade Posting:
Canvas: I will utilize Canvas, an online course/grading system, a link to that Canvas course can be accessed once you log
into the YC Website and click on the B icon on the YC homepage. You can keep up-to-date with your own grades in the
Canvas class by clicking the “My Grades” link.
Expectations for Written work: This is a college-level course, and college-level writing, using Standard English with
proper format, spelling, grammar, and punctuation is expected. I am very willing to help you with written work, if
needed, or you may want to visit the Learning Center and see a tutor
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Computer & access (including computer labs)
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Software (including downloads)

Minimum skills required
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Tech Support & Help
Example:
Students will be expected to have access to a computer daily / weekly / frequently to check for Instructor communication
and updates, complete and submit assignments, quizzes and tests, and to participate in discussion boards. If you do not
own a computer, you will need to utilize computers in the YC Computer Labs, the Learning Centers, or the YC Library on
campus.
Example:
Regular use of a computer with Internet access - Students will be expected to have access to a computer daily / weekly /
frequently to complete and submit assignments, quizzes and tests, and to participate in discussion boards. If you do not
own a computer or have access off campus, you will need to utilize computers in the YC Computer Labs, the Learning
Centers, or the YC Library on campus. Most public libraries also have computers with internet access that you can use for
free.
Tech Support
Example:
Technical Help & Assistance – for college-supported issues, call the HelpDesk at 928-776-2168 (or just dial 2168 from a
campus phone).
Teaching & eLearning Support (TeLS) at Yavapai College – Link: Support for Students
New to online learning? Link: Attend an Student Orientation to Online Learning
It is also helpful if you let me know what kinds of difficulties you encounter so that I can change the course for future
students so they don't have the same issues.
Laptop Usage: Describe your policies for using laptops throughout your course. Whether you dislike the use of laptops
during your lecture, or whether you encourage using a laptop during discussion, feel free to state it here.
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III.
ASSESSMENT MEASURES AND GRADES:
Insert your specific grading criteria here – points are
recommended. Be specific about points and how they are earned. Make sure to add a timeframe to return
assignments, tests, and other submissions.
Example 1:
Assignment/ Assessment
e.g., Essay 1
e.g., Midterm
e.g., Group Project
e.g., Essay 2
e.g., Final Exam
Total Points
Maximum Points
200
150
150
300
200
1,000
Percent of Final Grade
20%
15%
15%
30%
20%
100%
Example 2- Total Points:
Grading Scale Points
900 -1,000
A
800 - 899
B
700 - 799
C
600 - 699
D
0 - 599
F
Example 3: Grading Scale – Percentage:
Grading Scale (%)
90-100%
A
80 – 89%
B
70 – 79%
C
60 – 69%
D
0 – 59%
F
IV.
GRADE DISTRIBUTION & POLICIES: Explain how students will learn of their grades from
assignments and assessments.
Make sure to include the following: I will do my best to return graded / corrected work assignments within 48-72
hours of normal business hours after the scheduled due date. If you have questions regarding a discussion or assignment,
please contact me prior to the due date so your question can be answered in a timely manner.)
Example:
Graded assignments, materials, and tests in this course will be returned within 48-72 hours of normal business
hours after the schedule due date. If you have questions regarding an assignment or discussion, please contact
me prior to the due date so your question may be answered in a timely manner. You can access your scores at
any time using “My Courses” in the portal and "My Grades" in your Canvas class. Please note that scores
returned mid-semester are unofficial grades. If you need help accessing your grades, see the online tutorial:
(LINK)
Second Example:
Graded assignments, materials, and tests in this course will be returned in a timely way after the scheduled due
date. If you have questions regarding an assignment or discussion, please contact me prior to the due date so
your question may be answered in a timely manner. You can access your scores at any time using the Grade
Book section of your class. Please note that scores returned mid-semester are unofficial grades. If you need help
accessing your grades, see the online tutorial: (Insert Your Course Link)
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Satisfactory / Unsatisfactory Grades
An “S” grade is defined as equivalent to a grade of “C” or better on the conventional grading scale of A-F. A course
completed with an “S” grade indicates appropriate subject area knowledge to satisfy the prerequisite requirement of a
related higher-level course.
Specified courses are graded only S/U. Students who prefer the S/U grading option must notify the class instructor.
General Education Courses cannot have an S/U Grade. Conditions of Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U) grading:
• Since some college and universities limit the number of credits completed with S/U grading that will transfer, or
restrict the way that such credits may be applied to degree requirements, it is recommended that students
preparing to transfer select the S/U grading option only for elective courses.
• A maximum of twelve (12) hours of “S” credit from 100- and 200-level courses may be applied toward Yavapai
College graduation requirements.
• S/U grading is not an option for courses applied to the Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC).
• S/U grades are not computed in the student’s Yavapai College grade point average.
Make up and Late Work Policy:
Offer specifics about your policy on make up or late work.
Example 1:
There are no make-ups for in-class writing, quizzes, the midterm, or the final exam. Essays turned in late will be assessed
a penalty: a half-letter grade if it is one day late, or a full-letter grade for 2-7 days late. Essays will not be accepted if
overdue by more than seven days.
Example 2:
There are no make-up assignments and no late paper extensions on assigned work at any time. If your paper is not
handed in/ submitted by the due date, it is considered late and will not be accepted. All deadlines will be strictly
enforced – no exceptions.
Example 3:
There are no make-up assignments. Assignments submitted after the posted due date will be subject to point deduction
at the discretion of the Instructor If you have questions regarding an assignment or discussion, please contact me prior to
the due date so your question may be answered in a timely manner.
Resubmission and Rewrite Policy:
Offer specifics about your policy on assignment resubmissions & rewrites.
Example:
Assignment resubmission and rewrites may be available; however, only designated assignments may be re-done for a
revised grade. Note that an alternate grading rubric may be used for a rewrite, and a reduced point value may be given.
Extra Credit Policy:
Offer specifics about your policy on extra credit if you offer it.
Example:
There is only one extra credit assignment: building a wiki of course content (see "course wiki” below for details). If extra
credit is granted, the additional points are added to the "First Midterm" portion of the semester grade. You cannot earn
higher than 100% on the "First Midterm" portion of the grade; any points over 100% are not counted.
Group Work Policy:
Offer specifics about your policy on group work.
Example:
Everyone must take part assigned group projects. All members of a group will receive the same score; that is, the project
is assessed and everyone receives this score. However, that number is only 90% of your grade for any project. The final
10% is individual, and refers to your teamwork. Additional criteria may be required for specific projects.
Grades of "Incomplete":
Offer specifics about your policy on incomplete grades - .
Example:
Incomplete grades are given only in extenuating situations where unexpected emergencies prevent a student from
completing the course and the remaining work can be completed the next semester. You must have a “C” grade currently
in the class. Your instructor is the final authority on whether you qualify for an incomplete. Incomplete work must be
finished by the end of the subsequent semester or the “I” will automatically be recorded as an “F” on your transcript.
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V.
COURSE POLICIES: STUDENT EXPECTATIONS & SUPPORT
Example:
We want you to be successful in every class you take at YC. Whether you’re a beginning learner or an experienced one,
The College Teaching & eLearning Support staff will give you the tools you need to be successful. We offer writing
tutoring for any academic subject, and it is available in our Learning Centers.
Attendance Policy:
Students are expected to attend and participate in all class meetings, labs, and field trips. A student who expects to be
absent due to another school-sponsored activity or compelling personal reason must make prior arrangements with the
instructor. All course work must be made up as directed by the instructor. A student who does not adhere to instructor
and College attendance requirements may be dropped from the course as defined in the Yavapai College General Catalog.
Offer additional specifics about your expectations for attendance. How many absences are acceptable/expected?
Will students get points for attendance?
Course Withdrawal:
A student-initiated drop date is established by the College. For the current regular Fall semester classes, this date is
October 13, 2014. Students are responsible to drop a class through the Registration Self-Service option on the YC
Website. If you have not withdrawn from a class by the student-initiated drop date, you will receive the letter grade
earned in the course at the end of the semester. If you do not follow official procedures for withdrawing from a course,
failing grades may be posted on your student permanent record. An instructor may withdraw students from class after
the student-initiated date.
Please contact me if you get to a point during the semester where you feel overwhelmed or like you cannot finish the
course. I’m here to help you, and we can work together to find a strategy for your success.
Classroom / E-mail Etiquette
Add your information on Class Conduct.
Respect for the rights of others and for the College and its property are fundamental expectations for every student. The
“Student Code of Conduct” outlines behavioral expectations, and explains the process for responding to allegations of
student misconduct. Please arrive on time for all class meetings. Students who habitually disturb the class by talking,
arriving late, etc., and have been warned may suffer a reduction in their final class grade.
Additional Example:
Some of the content you will be dealing with may be controversial or may require difference of opinion. All students
should respect other people’s opinions and think about the comments they respond to in the discussion board. I will not
tolerate any explicit comments regarding ethnicity, gender, and sexual related content, slang, or curse words.
Appropriate action will be taken if students violate other students’ rights.
Cell Phone, Texting and Professionalism:
Add your information on Cell Phone and Texting & Class Conduct.
Yavapai College is committed to providing a quality learning environment. All cell phones and pagers must be placed in a
non-audible mode while in classrooms, computer labs, the library, the learning center, and testing areas. Cell phones and
pagers need to be used outside these facilities.
Other Example:
Per college policy and classroom etiquette; mobile phones, iPods, etc. must be silenced during all classroom and lab
lectures. Those not heeding this rule will be asked to leave the classroom/lab immediately so as to not disrupt the
learning environment.
Classroom Devices & Internet Downloading: Describe your policies for devices, recorders, other audio & technology.
Yavapai College technological equipment and resources must be used in accordance with the Copyright Guidelines. Use
of Yavapai College equipment and resources to illegally copy, download, access, print or store copyrighted material or
download pornographic material is strictly prohibited. For example, file swapping of copyrighted material such as music
or movies is strictly prohibited. Users found to violate this policy will have their privileges to use Yavapai College
technological equipment and resources revoked.
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Academic Integrity & Student Conduct:
Example:
Honesty in academic work is a central element of the learning environment . “Cheating” is the act of obtaining or
attempting to obtain credit for academic work through the use of any dishonest, deceptive, or fraudulent means.” It will
be assumed that you will present your own work. The presentation of another individual’s work as one’s own or the act
of seeking unfair academic advantage through cheating, plagiarism or other dishonest means are violations of the
College’s Student Code of Conduct.
“Plagiarism” is a form of cheating. Plagiarism is the use of distinctive ideas or works belonging to another person without
providing adequate acknowledgement of that person’s contribution. Violation and penalties for cheating are available in
the Yavapai College Student Code of Conduct. Violations of these rules will result in a record of the infraction being
placed in your file and receiving a zero on the work in question at a MINIMUM. At the instructor’s discretion, you may
also receive a failing grade for the course.
Turnitin.com:
** If you are using this plagiarism-detection service, clearly state so on the syllabus.
Example:
In this course we will utilize Turnitin, an automated system which instructors can use to quickly and easily compare each
student's assignment with billions of web sites, as well as an enormous database of student papers that grows with each
submission. You will be expected to submit all assignments in both hard copy and electronic format. After the assignment
is processed, as instructor I receive a report from Canvas / Turnitin that states if and how another author’s work was used
in the assignment. For a more detailed look at this process visit http://www.turnitin.com/.
College Learning Centers & Tutoring:
Learning Centers are available on both the Prescott and Verde Valley Campuses. These centers provide a variety of
learning support for students including tutoring, adaptive computer and learning equipment for students with disabilities,
and a networked general computer lab for registered students. Please call for details: Prescott - 776-2085, or Verde
Valley – 634-6562. Web link: http://www.yc.edu/v5content/learning-center/
TrIO Programs / Student Support Services:
TRiO is a set of college opportunity programs designed to motivate and support eligible students and veterans along their
journey toward completing a college education Yavapai College is the fortunate recipient of three TRiO Programs
including Student Support Services, Educational Talent Search, and Veterans Upward Bound.
Web Link: http://www.yc.edu/v5content/trio-programs/
Veterans Benefits:
The mission of Yavapai College Veterans’ Services Office is to assist veterans and their eligible dependents in using their
education benefits toward successful attainment of their educational and career goals. To this end, Yavapai College also
provides academic and financial aid advising. Web Link: http://www.yc.edu/v5content/veterans/
Disability Resources:
We provide extensive services at no charge for students with disabilities ranging from mobility needs, hearing or vision
impairment, to learning disabilities. Our mission is to ensure qualified students with disabilities equal access and
reasonable accommodations in all Yavapai College academic programs and activities. This office supports disability and
accessibility awareness and promotes a welcoming environment to all. Web Link: http://www.yc.edu/v5content/disabilityresources/
Libraries:
Library services are available at the Prescott and Verde Valley Campuses. Both are members of a countywide library
network, which provides access to a wide range of information and resources at libraries throughout Yavapai County.
Both libraries also include public computer access. Web Link: http://www.yc.edu/v5content/library/
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Equal Opportunity Statement:
Yavapai Community College District, in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on
the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status in our admissions, employment,
access to educational programs or activities, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI, and
Title VII of the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 as amended; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended; the Civil
Rights Act of 1991; the American Disabilities Act of 1990; Arizonans with Disabilities Act of 1992; and the Age
Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967. Inquiries regarding Yavapai College’s equal opportunity policies may be
directed to the Yavapai College Human Resources Director Monica Belknap at 928.776.2217.
Student inquiries regarding Title IX may be directed to Terri Eckel, who serves as Title IX Coordinator at Yavapai College,
at 928.776.2129. The College’s Section 504 Coordinator for students is Robb Ferguson Bryan, Director of Disability
Resources and Prescott Learning Center (928.776.2079); the Section 504 Coordinator for employees is Monica Belknap,
Human Resources Director (928.776.2217).
Open Computer Labs:
Most campuses have open computer lab hours for currently-enrolled students. The Prescott and Verde Campus offer
Computer Commons. CTEC has a computer lab as well. Please check your campus site for availability and schedules. Web
Link: http://www.yc.edu/v5content/academics/divisions/bucs/computer-commons/
Tobacco Use:
Yavapai College is committed to limiting exposure to the harmful effects of primary and secondary smoke to campus
students, visitors, and employees. In order to reduce the harmful effects of tobacco use and maintain a healthful working
and learning environment, the district prohibits the use of tobacco except in specific areas. If you use the facilities at
Yavapai College, we comply with ASRS 36-301.01. Smoking is prohibited indoors and 25 feet from all doors, windows and
vents. Tobacco use on college property is defined as lighted pipes, cigars, cigarettes, and use of snuff and smokeless
tobacco in any form.
Drug & Alcohol Free Environment:
Yavapai College’s policy is to provide an environment free of drugs and alcohol. The use of illegal drugs and abuse of
alcohol pose significant threats to health and can be detrimental to the physical, psychological, and social well-being of
the user and the entire Yavapai College community, and is prohibited.
VI.
COURSE CALENDAR & OUTCOMES ASSESSED
Include a Course Calendar or Schedule of Assignments identifying course content topics along with major
assignments used to assess course outcomes. Identify the course outcomes assess with each major assignment.
For an example in your subject area or academic division, please contact your SLOA Representative, or access on
your SLOA Canvas site. Add a short statement that allows for changes in the course calendar “at the discretion of
the instructor”.
VII.
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
YC Academic Calendar
Semester begins
Last Day for Student-initiated Withdrawal
Last Day of Class
Graduation – Prescott
Graduation – Verde
Semester Holidays and Campus Closures
Faculty/Staff Development Day (No classes / offices closed)
Martin Luther King Holiday (No classes / offices closed)
Spring Break
Current Semester Link
Day / Date
Day / Date
Day / Date
Day / Date
Day / Date
Day / Date
Day / Date
Day / Date
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Other Religious Observances
If appropriate to your course, add a short statement.
Example:
Faculty should include in their syllabi procedures for resolving conflicts between the normal class schedule and major
religious observances. Students are expected to notify their instructor in advance if they intend to miss class to observe a
holy day of their religious faith. For a current schedule of major religious holidays, see the Academic Calendar under
“Calendars,” and for additional information, contact XXX
NOTES:
Check your spelling and grammar before publishing. Make sure instructional RED text is deleted too.
Samples can be found on the YC Curriculum Website/ Syllabus Development - Part 2. Syllabus Calendar,
Schedule or Agendas. Samples include text and table models.
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[This Form is Optional:]
SYLLABUS AGREEMENT
Course Title & CRN:
Instructor Name:
Semester & Course Dates:
I have been provided with a copy of the syllabus for this course in either electronic or paper format,
and I have read this syllabus and have been given a chance to ask questions about it. I understand
the syllabus requirements and agree to them, including:
A. The instructor contact information and the most appropriate way to use this information.
B. I am responsible for all course material and preparation for class.
C. All the policies and procedures for this course especially the Grading, Attendance and
Withdrawal Policies. As well as the policy for Taking and Missing Tests and the Penalties for
Late Work.
D. I am responsible for knowing all the information that pertains to my legal rights that are
contained in the current YC Student Code of Conduct and College Catalog.
E. In order to receive any special accommodations for this class I must register myself with the
YC Disability Resource Center.
F. The class syllabus is subject to change and it is my responsibility to know the changes.
_____________________________________________________________________________
Student Printed Name
_____________________________________________________________________________
Student Signature
_________________________
Date
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