This course is for the new student transitioning to college. Course topics include, but are not limited to: college resources, time management, note-taking, degree plans and transfer strategies, campus culture, career exploration, and college policies and procedures. Familiarization with these topics contributes to students’ personal and academic success. Required of students having fewer than 15 college level credit hours (not to include dual credit). Student must receive a grade of “C” or better to successfully complete this course.

This course is designed for the academically at-risk student needing to improve skills for academic success. Topics covered in this course include, but are not limited to: time / priority management, study techniques, motivation, goal setting and decision making, critical thinking skills, learning styles, stress management, career planning, and interpersonal skills. Required of students placed on Academic Dismissal, Permanent Academic Dismissal and / or Financial Aid Suspension. Recommended for students on Continued Academic Probation. Student must receive a grade of “C” or better to successfully complete this course.

 

Prerequisites: SDEV 0170 or SDEV 0370

This course is designed to assist students in establishing academic and career goals and will guide them through the goal setting / decision making process necessary to explore college majors and career paths. Recommended for students who are undecided about their majors, or who are placed on Academic or Progress Probation.

 

Prerequisites: SDEV 0170 or SDEV 0370

This course focuses on both life skills and study skills needed to be a successful college student. Content includes personal learning style, academic issues that create difficulty, life management, campus resources, critical thinking skills, and time management. Recommended for students who are placed on Academic or Progress Probation or who want to develop better study skills.

 

This is a first-year seminar course designed to support the transition of students into their college experience. Students acquire a clearer understanding of college requirements, campus culture and resources. They will explore career paths, examine personal motivation and develop study skills common to successful college students. SDEV 0370 will meet the requirement for SDEV 0170. Required of students having fewer than 15 college level credit hours (not to include dual credit), and needing course work in developmental areas based on entrance test scores. Student must receive a grade of “C” or better to successfully complete this course.