Educational Affairs Minutes

Minutes of September 18, 2006

Present: M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, L. Mattila, C. Myers, T. Romeo,
F. Schickor, E. Shanahan, T. Young

Absent: P. Coty, V. Kane

Ex-officio present: A. Foss, D. Pfeifer, G. Tabor

Guests: C. Kaminski

The Minutes of April 24, 2006, were approved.

Don Pfeifer reviewed the membership of the committee and the terms of membership. Effective October 31, the following terms will expire: three faculty positions and one Student Affairs position. Nomination forms for the open positions will be distributed this week. The deadline for nominations is Wednesday, October 4. The Student Government Ambassadors will select two representatives for the 2006-2007 academic year.

Program Change Proposals

Proposal 2006-5 Change in CIS degree programs
Originator: Gregory Panczner
This proposal is to remove COBOL courses (CIS 200 and 201) from all requirements for the A.S. in CIS degree programs (Business Systems, Computer Science and Networking). Computer Science with JAVA I and II (CIS 231 and 232) should be listed as program requirements.

The Committee voted to recommend approval of this program change.

The next meeting will be scheduled as needed.

Don Pfeifer, Recorder

Minutes of April 10, 2006

Present: P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, V. Kane, L. Mattila, C. Myers, E. Shanahan, T. Romeo, F. Schickor

Absent: A. Howitt, K. Jalbert, M. Wheelock

Ex-officio present: A. Foss, D. Pfeifer, G. Tabor

Guests: A. Fortune

The Minutes of March 20, 2006, were approved.

New Course Proposals

PED 165 Walking for Fitness I 1 Credit
Originator: Anne Fortune
Introduction to a walking exercise program designed to improve cardiovascular health and overall fitness. Topics will include safe walking, walking intensity and injury prevention. Students will develop individual walking programs and participate in weekly aerobic exercise. A five-week course.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course.

The next meeting will be scheduled as needed.

Don Pfeifer, Recorder

Minutes of March 20, 2006

Present: P. Coty, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, K. Jalbert, L. Mattila, C. Myers, E. Shanahan, T. Romeo, F. Schickor

Absent: M. Darroch, A. Howitt, V. Kane, M. Wheelock

Ex-officio present: A. Foss, D. Pfeifer, G. Tabor

Guests: F. Mastellone, H. Tatro, N. Travis

The Minutes of February 27, 2006, were approved.

New Course Proposals

ENG 2XX Children’s Literature 3 Credits
Originator: Heidi Tatro
The course is designed to provide the student with the theoretical knowledge, history, and development of the genre in order to select appropriate literature for children. This course fulfills three credit hours of a literature requirement ONLY for students in the Early Childhood Education Concentration.
Skills prerequisites: ENG 020 and ENG 060.
Recommendation: Six credits of composition.

The Committee voted to amend this proposal to include a recommendation for six credits of composition.

The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course.

CHM 2XX Independent Study in Chemistry 1-4 Credits
Originator: D. Clifford Myers
Tutorials in which student and instructor determine the project and the number of credits to be earned subject to approval by the department chair.

Program Proposals

Proposal 2006-1 Change to Early Childhood Education Concentration
Originator: Flavia Mastellone

To add Children’s Literature as an option to fulfill the program literature requirement. Other literature courses are also acceptable.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this program change.

The next meeting will be scheduled as needed.

Don Pfeifer, Recorder

Minutes of February 27, 2006

Present: P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, V. Kane, L. Mattila, C. Myers, E. Shanahan, T. Romeo, F. Schickor

Absent: A. Howitt, T. Romeo

Ex-officio present: A. Foss, D. Pfeifer, G. Tabor

Guest: Michael O’Brien

The Minutes of February 6, 2006, were approved.

New Course Proposals

THR 106 Fundamentals of Theatre Design 3 Credits
Originator: Michael O’Brien
An introduction to theatrical design. This course focuses on creating the visual and aural elements necessary for a live stage production as well as cultivating artistic expression. Aspects include script analysis, interpretation, research, and presentation. The course will also include basic drafting and rendering techniques for the different facets of theatre design.
Skills prerequisites: ENG 020 and ENG 060.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course.

THR 209 Dramatic Literature I--Realism 3 Credits
Originator: Michael O’Brien
An examination of significant plays and musicals that represent the realistic and naturalistic styles of dramatic literature. Plays will be studied in relation to their historical and cultural contexts, theatrical styles, production and performance techniques.
Skills prerequisites: ENG 020 and ENG 060.

The Committee voted to amend the course description as follows:
Add a sentence which states, “This course does not fulfill the English literature requirement.”

The Committee voted to amend the course description to include the following recommendation:
Recommendation: Six credits of composition.

Program Proposals

Proposal 2006-2 Change to Fine Arts—Music Concentration
Originator: Ellen Shanahan

To change the program requirement of Choral Ensemble to Ensembles, to be chosen from any section of Choral Ensemble (MUS 120, MUS 130, MUS 220, MUS 230), Jazz Ensemble (MUS 163, MUS 164) and/or Instrumental Ensemble I (MUS 151).
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this program change.

Proposal 2006-3 Change to Fine Arts—Theatre Program
Originator: Michael O’Brien

To add program requirements in directing, design, movement, and literature to the AA degree.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this program change.

The next meeting will be scheduled as needed.

Don Pfeifer, Recorder

Minutes of February 6, 2006

Present: P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, V. Kane, L. Mattila, C. Myers, E. Shanahan, T. Romeo, F. Schickor

Absent: A. Howitt

Ex-officio present: A. Foss, D. Pfeifer

The Minutes of November 14, 2005, were approved.

New Course Proposals

BIO 2XX Applied Microbiology 4 Credits
Originator: Frank Schickor
An expansion on BIO 207. This course covers selected subjects of bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, medical entomology, and immunology. Topics chosen represent advanced concepts from medicine, epidemiology, hygiene, microbial food technology, environmental science, and ecology.

Prerequisite: BIO 207 or permission of the instructor.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course.

The next meeting will be scheduled for February 27, 2006 pending the receipt of new proposals.

Don Pfeifer, Recorder

Minutes of November 14, 2005

Present: P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, A. Howitt, V. Kane, C. Myers, E. Shanahan, T. Romeo, F. Schickor, M. Wheelock

Absent: K. Jalbert, L. Mattila

Guests: T. Curley, S. Ketcham

Ex-officio present: C. Dorfman, D. Pfeifer, G. Tabor

Don Pfeifer shared an updated list of the committee membership.

The Minutes of October 31, 2005, were approved.

The Committee voted to elect Annette Guertin Chair and Donald Pfeifer Recorder for the period of November 1, 2005, through October 31, 2006.

Program Proposals

Proposal #2005-9 Change in FIS Electives
Originator: Charles Kaminski
The Professional Electives for the FIS program will include any FIS elective or SPA 131.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

New Course Proposals

MAT 051 Preparatory Mathematics for the Health Sciences 3 Credits
Originator: Annette Guertin
An intensive refresher course in basic mathematics with introductory algebra topics. This course prepares students for MAT 136 Mathematics for the Health Sciences. Topics include fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion, percents, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations, and operations on polynomials. College credit will be awarded, but this credit will not count toward a degree. This course is designed to meet the mathematics prerequisite for MAT 136 ONLY and course enrollment is restricted to nursing and health students whose program or program prerequisites require(s) MAT 136.
Skills prerequisite: MAT 011, ENG 020, and ENG 060.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course.

The next meeting will be scheduled as needed.

Don Pfeifer, Recorder

Minutes of October 31, 2005

Present: P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, A. Howitt, K. Jalbert, L. Mattila, C. Myers, E. Shanahan, T. Romeo, M. Wheelock

Absent: V. Kane, N. Zuber

Guests: T. Curley, S. Murray, M. O’Brien

Ex-officio present: D. Pfeifer, G. Tabor

The Minutes of October 24, 2005, were approved.

New Course Proposals

FIS 217 Fire Fighting Tactics 3 Credits
Originator: Charles Kaminski
An introduction to overall firefighting strategy considerations. Students learn to formulate tactical objectives and methods based upon contemporary knowledge of building construction, modern technology such as automatic nozzles and thermal imaging, and current firefighting techniques. Students learn to assess and develop tactics to manage target hazards and special situations such as hazardous materials and incidences of terrorism. Students learn procedures from pre-fire planning activities through post-incident critique.
Skills prerequisite: ENG 060.
Prerequisites: FIS 101 and FIS 123.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course.

MUS 249 Song Writing 3 Credits
Originator: Stephen Murray
A course in song writing for the professional musician. After analyzing examples from a variety of folk, popular, jazz and art song anthologies, the student will practice setting texts to music, writing melodies, and creating accompaniments. Each student will write no less than three songs during the semester, two with texts and one without.
Prerequisites: MUS 106; or basic music reading, notation and keyboard skills; or with permission of the instructor.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course.

THR 297A Special Topics in Theatre: Puppetry 3 Credits
Originator: Michael O’Brien
A survey of the genres, history, and cultural impact of puppetry in the United States. The focus of the course will be on puppetry art form and its practices in the United States during the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The course will examine the genres, dramatic literature, history, cultural impact, manipulation, performance, and construction techniques of puppetry.
Skills prerequisite: ENG 020 and ENG 060.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course.

THR 297B Special Topics in Theatre: Basic Stage Rigging 3 Credits
Originator: Christopher Gregory
A course focusing on essential elements of stage rigging. Topics of study include single purchase stage rigging systems, rigging equipment, and their functions. Stage rigging safety will also be covered.
Prerequisite: THR 102 or permission of the instructor
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course.

Program Proposals

Proposal #2005-7 New FIS Professional Elective
Originator: Charles Kaminski
FIS 217 is added to the Professional Electives in the Fire Science Associate Degree Program.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

The next meeting will include the election of the chair and recorder.

Don Pfeifer, Recorder

Minutes of October 24, 2005

Present: P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, K. Jalbert, V. Kane, L. Mattila, C. Myers, E. Shanahan, M. Wheelock

Absent: T. Romeo, A. Howitt, N. Zuber

Guests: T. Curley

Ex-officio present: D. Pfeifer, G. Tabor

The Minutes of October 17, 2005, were approved.

Program Proposals

Proposal #2005-3 Engineering Technology Program Revisions
Originator: Gary Bradway
Environmental Studies is added to the General Education Electives in the Applied Engineering and Computer/Engineering Technology programs.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

Proposal #2005-4 CIS Programming Certificate-Business Option
Originator: Gregory Panczner
Java (CIS 131 and CIS 132) replaces COBOL (CIS 200 and CIS 201) as program requirements.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

Proposal #2005-5 CIS Programming Certificate-Technical Option
Originator: Gregory Panczner
Update professional electives to remove COBOL and add CISCO courses.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

Proposal #2005-8 CIS Programming Certificate Business Option Changes
Originator: Gregory Panczner
Replace CIS 131 and CIS 132 as required courses with CIS 102 and CIS147.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

New Course Proposals

FIS 217 Fire Fighting Tactics 3 Credits
Originator: Charles Kaminski
An introduction to overall firefighting strategy considerations. Students learn to formulate tactical objectives and methods based upon contemporary knowledge of building construction, modern technology such as automatic nozzles and thermal imaging, and current firefighting techniques. Students learn to assess and develop tactics to manage target hazards and special situations such as hazardous materials and incidences of terrorism. Students learn procedures from pre-fire planning activities through post-incident critique.
Prerequisites: FIS 101 and FIS 123.

There was discussion on whether this course will be taught online using Blackboard, on whether the course should require a writing prerequisite and an assessment of computer literacy, and on where the two required meetings would be held.
The Committee voted to table this course proposal.

THR 233 Movement for Actors 3 Credits
Originator: Andrea Borak
A movement course designed for acting students and theatre majors. This course focuses on two distinct areas: musical theatre/jazz dance technique and Rudolph Laban’s Effort Actions, including an examination of their relevance to speech, character development and stage movement.
Prerequisite: THR 104 or THR 105 or permission of the instructor.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course proposal.

The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 31, at 3:00 p.m. in H114.

Don Pfeifer, Recorder

Minutes of October 17, 2005

Present: P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, A. Howitt, V. Kane, L. Mattila, C. Myers, T. Romeo, N. Zuber

Absent: Ellen Shanahan

Guests: J. Gawron, F. Reynolds, F. Schickor, M. Wheelock

Ex-officio: C. Dorfman, D. Pfeifer

Since the committee had not met recently, Don Pfeifer reviewed the membership of the committee and the terms of membership. Effective October 31, the following terms will expire: one Academic Affairs position, four faculty positions, two Student Affairs positions. Nominations for the open positions have been extended through Friday, October 21, after which elections will be held. The Student Government Ambassadors have appointed Kurt Jalbert as an SGA representative for 2005-2006. There is still one SGA position to be filled.

Election of Chair
Annette Guertin was nominated to serve as chair of the Educational Affairs Committee through October 31, 2005. A motion was made and seconded to elect Annette Guertin Chair of the Educational Affairs Committee.
The Committee voted to appoint Annette Guertin as Chair of the Educational Affairs Committee through October 31, 2005.

The Minutes of September 27, 2004, were approved.

Don Pfeifer explained that several proposals and courses were given provisional approval during the work-to-rule action. These proposals were forwarded to the Educational Affairs Committee for action.

New Course Proposals

AHS 131 Orientation to the Musculoskeletal System 2 Credits
Originator: Judith Gawron
Interactive orientation to palpation and knowledge of the structure and basic physiology of the musculoskeletal system. Students will be working with anatomical skeletons, lab partners, drawings, observation, and lectures. Students will develop a working familiarity of bones and bony landmarks, muscle origins, insertions and actions, and joint dynamics. This course will include one hour of lecture and two hours of hands-on supervised laboratory experience a week.
Prerequisite: High school biology or permission of the instructor.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course proposal.

BIO 156 Living Anatomy: Functional Assessment of the Human Body 3 Credits
Originator: Frank Schickor
A hands-on assessment of the human body. This course applies an empirical approach to understanding anatomy. Based on identification, recognition, and observation, the course deals with selected functional aspects of the integumentary, skeletal, articular, muscular, nervous, circulatory, digestive, and sensory system.
Skills prerequisite: ENG 020 and ENG 060.
Prerequisite: BIO 105 or BIO 101 with a minimum grade of C, or permission of the instructor.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course proposal.

BSS 112 Introduction to Computers 1 Credit
Originator: Kathleen Gowdey
An introduction to computers. This course introduces beginning computer users to the basics of computers. Students are introduced to the operating system and various software programs used to create documents. Students will also learn the basics of WebCT. This course is recommended for those students who plan to take on-line courses.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course proposal.

FAS 138 The Art of Faux Painting 3 Credits
Originator: H.M. Saffer
An introduction to the techniques, materials, and history of faux painting finishes and trompe l’oeil mural painting. Demonstrations of various techniques will involve student participation. Students will learn wood graining, marbling, textured wall surface application, glazing, and trompe l’oeil techniques.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course proposal.

FIS 145 Fire Prevention, Codes and Ordinances 4 Credits
Originator: Charles Kaminski
An overview of the organization and function of fire prevention within the fire service. In addition, students study existing fire and building codes and ordinances and their role in providing for the public safety. Students examine the code development and adoption process, code administration, and major code producing organizations. Furthermore, students become familiar with national standards, especially those contained within the National Fire Protection Associations’ Life Safety Code, its referenced standards, and the Building Officials & Code Administration Building Code. Students also study Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 148, and Code of Massachusetts Regulation 527, and local ordinances.
Prerequisite: ENG 060.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this course proposal.

PED 125 Indoor Cycling 1 Credit
Originator: Sherry Scheer/Tara Tranfaglia Romeo
An introduction to the philosophy and practice of indoor cycling. Topics include bike setup, safety, heart rate monitoring and practical cycling techniques.

There was discussion regarding a policy to have students sign health waivers before participating in this course. A motion was made to recommend that all students enrolling in this course be required to sign a health waiver.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of the amended course proposal.

Program Proposals

Proposal #2004-11 A.S. Fire Science
Originator: Charles Kaminski
Removes Introduction to Fire Protection/Prevention (FIS 121) as a requirement and replaces it with Introduction to Fire Protection (FIS 101). Adds the new course Fire Prevention, Codes and Ordinances (FIS 145) as a requirement and reduces the FIS Electives requirement from 15 to 12 credits.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

Proposal #2005-1 A.S. Human Services – Social Work Transfer Concentration
Originator: Audrey Ringer
Removes Contemporary Social Problems (SOC 208) as a requirement and replaces it with a Specialized Elective approved by the Program Advisor. Changes the required biology lab course from General Biology I (BIO 101) to Fundamentals of Biology (BIO 105).
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

Proposal #2005-2 A.S. Fire Science
Originator: Robert Czerwinski
Spanish for the Workplace (SPA 131) is added to the list of options for the FIS electives. The “FIS Electives” category is renamed “Professional Electives.”
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

Proposal # 2005-6 Complementary Care
Originator: Michele Darroch
Removes First Aid (AHS-148) as a requirement and substitutes a new course, Orientation to the Musculoskeletal System (AHS-131), in its place. Also, replaces the ENG-101 requirement with an option to take either ENG-101 or COM-104.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 24, at 3:00 p.m. in H114.

Don Pfeifer, Recorder

Present: P. Coty, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, M. Handschu, A. Howitt, L. Mattila, C. Myers, E. Shanahan

Absent: M. Darroch, V. Kane, N. Zuber

Guests: P. Cookson

Ex-officio present: D. Pfeifer

The Minutes of September 20, 2004, were approved.

A motion was made and seconded to adjourn the meeting.
The Committee voted not to adjourn the meeting.

New Course Proposal
BCC 125 Your Path to Success: Life Skills and College Transition 1 credit
Originator: A. Fortune
A team-taught seminar designed to develop the skills necessary for personal, academic and career success. Topics include values clarification, goal setting, problem solving, communication skills, meaningful learning, stress and time management, conflict resolution, career exploration, and interpersonal skills development. Pass/No Pass grading.
P. Cookson agreed to amend the course proposal to include pass/no pass grading.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of the amended proposal.

A. Guertin shared that terms on the Educational Affairs Committee will expire on October 31, 2004, for the following members: Kathleen Gowdey, Andrew Howitt, Ellen Shanahan, and Margo Handschu. An election to fill these positions will be held during the week of October 11-15.

The next meeting is scheduled to take place as needed.

Don Pfeifer, Recorder

Minutes of September 20, 2004

Present: P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, M. Handschu, A. Howitt,
V. Kane, L. Mattila, C. Myers, E. Shanahan, N. Zuber

Guests: G. Bradway, P. Cookson, A. Fortune, C. Kaminski

Ex-officio present: D. Pfeifer

The Minutes of April 26, 2004, were approved.

In response to an e-mail request by Chair Guertin, Donald Pfeifer volunteered to serve as recorder for the Committee.
The committee voted to approve D. Pfeifer as recorder for the Educational Affairs Committee.

New Course Proposal
BCC 125 Your Path to Success: Life Skills and College Transition 1 credit
Originator: A. Fortune
A team-taught seminar designed to develop the skills necessary for personal, academic and career success. Topics include values clarification, goal setting, problem solving, communication skills, meaningful learning, stress and time management, conflict resolution, career exploration, and interpersonal skills development.
After considerable discussion, the Committee voted to table this motion until the next meeting.

Proposal 2004-10
A proposal to modify the Engineering Technology Gen Ed English Requirements (Applied Engineering Technology and Computer/Electronic Technology Options)
Originator: G. Bradway
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

New Course Proposal
BUS 297X Special Topic: Marketing for the Tourism Industry 3 credits
Originator: C. Kaminski
An exploration of traditional and new marketing techniques for the tourism industry, including service and non-profit cultural venues. This course will cover an evaluation of traditional and new age media marketing outlets and their relationship to creating brand awareness through e-marketing tools, viral marketing, target marketing, and niche markets for specific travel sectors with emphasis on creative approaches.

C. Kaminski amended the proposal to include the prerequisite, “BUS 107 or permission of the instructor.”
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this special topic.

The next meeting is scheduled to take place on Monday, September 27, 2004, in H114 at 3:00 p.m.

Don Pfeifer, Recorder

Minutes of April 26, 2004

Present: J. Bartow, R. Campion, P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, A. Howitt, V. Kane, L. Mattila, C. Myers, E. Shanahan, N. Zuber

Absent: M. Handschu

Guests: R. DeLuca, A. Fortune, F. Reynolds

Ex-officio present: C. Dorfman, J. Lambert

The Minutes of March 29, 2004 were approved.

Proposal #2004-8
A proposal to modify the Health Science A.S. Medical Assisting Option
Originator: A. Fortune
The Committee voted to recommended approval of this proposal.

Proposal #2004-9
A proposal to modify the Health Science A.S. Surgical Technology Option
Originator: A. Fortune
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

This is the final meeting of the 2003-2004 academic year.

John Lambert, Recorder

Minutes of March 22, 2004

Present: R. Campion, P. Coty, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, M. Handschu, A. Howitt, L. Mattila, C. Myers, E. Shanahan, N. Zuber

Absent: J. Bartow, M. Darroch, V. Kane

Guests: C. Dorfman, B. Mulholland, M. Shakeshaft

Ex-officio present: N. Gelfand, J. Lambert

The Minutes of February 2, 2004 were approved.

Proposal #2004-2
A proposal to modify the Engineering Technology A.S. Computer Electronics Option
Originator: Nick DelGreco
The Committee voted to recommended approval of this proposal.

Proposal #2004-3
A proposal to modify the CIS A.S. Computer Science Option
Originator: Greg Panczner
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

Proposal #2004-4
A proposal to modify the CIS A.S. Business Option
Originator: Greg Panczner
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

Proposal #2004-5
A proposal to modify the CIS Programming Certificate – Technical Option
Originator: Greg Panczner
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

Action on Proposal #2004-6 and Proposal #2004-7 was postponed to the next meeting.

The next meeting is scheduled to take place on Monday, March 29, 2004 in H114 at 3:00 P.M.

John Lambert, Recorder

Minutes of February 2, 2004

Present: R. Campion, P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, M. Handschu, L. Mattila, C. Myers, E. Shanahan

Absent: J. Bartow, A. Howitt, V. Kane, N. Zuber

Guests: A. Fortune, S. Pinsker, A. Ringer

Ex-officio present: N. Gelfand, J. Lambert

The Minutes of December 8, 2003 were approved.

Proposal #2003-11 and Proposal #2003-12
These proposals were withdrawn by the originator.

Proposal #2004-1
A proposal to create a “Social Work Transfer Concentration” within the Human Services A.S. program.
Originator: Audrey Ringer
The Committee voted to recommended approval of this proposal.

The next meeting is tentatively scheduled to take place on Monday, February 9, 2004 in H112 at 3:00 P.M.

John Lambert, Recorder

Minutes of December 8, 2003

Present: J. Bartow, R. Campion, P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, M. Handschu, A. Howitt, V. Kane, C. Myers, N. Zuber

Absent: E. Shanahan

Guests: C. Dorfman, A. Fortune, S. Pinsker, A. Ringer

Ex-officio present: N. Gelfand, J. Lambert

The Minutes of November 10, 2003 were approved.

Proposal #2003-11
A proposal to rename the Human Services A.S. degree program – “Human Services A.S. Career/Transfer Option”
Originator: Audrey Ringer
After considerable discussion, the Committee voted to table this motion until the next meeting.

Proposal #2003-12
A proposal to create a “Bachelor of Social Work Transfer Option” within the Human Services A.S. program.
Originator: Audrey Ringer
The Committee took no action on this proposal.

The next meeting is tentatively scheduled to take place on Monday, January 26, 2004 in H111 at 3:00 P.M. The agenda will include Proposal #2003-11 and Proposal #2003-12.

John Lambert, Recorder

Minutes of November 10, 2003

Present: J. Bartow, R. Campion, P. Coty, M. Darroch, A. Guertin, M. Handschu, V. Kane, C. Myers, N. Zuber

Absent: K. Gowdey, A. Howitt

Guests: T. Curley

Ex-officio present: J. Lambert

The Minutes of November 3, 2003 were approved.

New Course Proposals:

FAS 1XX Introduction to Caribbean Music HU/hu 3 credits
A study of the diverse musical genres of Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Trinidad, and other Caribbean nations. No musical background required.
Skills Prerequisite: ENG 020 and ENG 060
Originator: Allen Livermore

T. Curley amended the New Proposal to a Special Topics Proposal under the MUS designation.

MUS 297 Special Topics in Music: Introduction to Caribbean Music HU/hu 3 credits
[Same catalogue description]
The Committee voted to recommend approval of the amended proposal.

HUM 258 Modern Cuba Culture and Society HU/hu 3 credits
Introduction to culture and modern history of Cuba through lecture and discussions, literature, video, music, and dance. An overview of the social evolution in Cuba from Castro’s rise to power through the present. Examination of themes related to Cuba’s present political isolation as well as potential for a market economy. Exploration of effect on Cuban people of current U.S. and Cuban government policies.
Prerequisite: ENG 101
Originator: Marc Aronoff

T. Curley agreed with the Committee’s recommendation that the catalogue description required modification.

With that agreement, the Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

See below for the modified catalogue description.

HUM 258 Modern Cuba Culture and Society HU/hu 3 credits

Introduction to the culture and modern history of Cuba through lecture and discussions, literature, video, music, and dance. The course provides an overview of the social evolution in Cuba from Fidel Castro’s rise to power through the present. Also examined are themes relating to Cuba’s present political isolation as well as its potential for a market economy. The effect of U.S. and Cuban governmental policies on the Cuban people is addressed.
Prerequisite: ENG 101

The next meeting is tentatively scheduled to take place on Monday, November 17, 2003 in H111 at 3:00 P.M.

John Lambert, Recorder

Minutes of November 3, 2003

Present: J. Bartow, R. Campion, P. Coty, M. Darroch, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, A. Howitt, C. Myers, N. Zuber

Absent: M. Handschu, V. Kane

Guests: T. Curley

Ex-officio present: J. Lambert

The Minutes of October 20, 2003 were approved.

Election: Annette Guertin and John Lambert will serve one-year terms as Committee Chair and Committee Recorder, respectively.

New Members: J.D. Bartow, Michele Darroch, and Nancy Zuber were welcomed as new members of the Committee. J.D. represents SGA and Michele and Nancy represent faculty.

Membership: The appropriate Dean will forward the names of two individuals who will serve on the Committee from their area: a one-year term (Academic Affairs) and a two-year term (Student Affairs and Enrollment Services).

New Course Proposals:

FAS 2XX Computer Illustration 3 credits
An introduction to Adobe Illustrator, the industry-standard design and illustration program. Topics include creating artwork and illustrations, working with Illustrator and bitmapped imaging programs and files, and preparing files for service bureaus, program providers, and printers. Other topics include principles of visual composition, form, space, perspective, and color.
Prerequisite: Experience with a Macintosh- or Windows-based computer and FAS 111, or permission of the instructor.
Originator: Philip Ruderman
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

HON 298D American Ethnic roots: Immigration and Identity HU/hu 3 credits
America: a nation shaped by immigrants. In examining history, literature, and popular culture, students will analyze how immigrants have impacted American society. Service learning work with new immigrant(s) will allow students to draw connections between the course and the community.
Prerequisite: ENG 101 and twelve college-level credits completed with a grade-point average of 3.3 or above or permission of the Honors Coordinator.
Originator: Patricia Canavan
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

This course was approved at the previous meeting under the designation HUM 2XX. Due to the similarity between the HON and HUM versions of American Ethnic Roots, it was agreed that the Committee would review the HUM version before it is offered. See below:

HUM 2XX American Ethnic Roots: Immigration and Identity 3credits HU/hu
America: a nation shaped by immigrants. In examining history, literature, and popular culture, students will analyze how immigrants have impacted American society. Service learning work with new immigrant(s) will allow students to draw connections between the course and the community.
Skills prerequisite: ENG 020 and ENG 060
Prerequisite: ENG 101 or permission of the instructor.
Originator: P. Canavan

Minutes of October 20, 2003

Present: R. Campion, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, T. Flanagan, A. Howitt, V. Kane, C. Myers, E. Shanahan

Absent: P. Coty, M. Handschu, R. Passenant. L. Recko-Morrison

Guests: S. Atchley, Patricia Canavan, T. Curley, C. Nye

Ex-officio present: N. Gelfand, J. Lambert

The Minutes of September 22, 2003 were approved.

Proposal #2003-11 A proposal to modify the Liberal Arts A.A. degree – International Studies concentration. ECO 212 would substitute for ECO 150.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

New Course Proposal

HUM 2XX American Ethnic Roots: Immigration and Identity 3credits HU/hu
America: a nation shaped by immigrants. In examining history, literature, and popular culture, students will analyze how immigrants have impacted American society. Service learning work with new immigrant(s) will allow students to draw connections between the course and the community.
Skills prerequisite: ENG 020 and ENG 060
Prerequisite: ENG 101 or permission of the instructor.
Originator: P. Canavan
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

BSS 297 Special Topics in Business Software Systems 3 credits
Specific course content and prerequisites vary from semester to semester. Details are in preregistration materials.
Originator: K. Gowdey
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

BSS 297 Special topics in Business Software Systems: Microsoft Outlook 3 credits
An introduction to personal information management using Microsoft Outlook. This applications course covers the operation of the six components of Microsoft Outlook: Mail, Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes, and Journal. After completion of this course, students may become Microsoft certified by taking the Outlook Microsoft Office Specialist Exam.
Prerequisite: BSS 101 or CIS 102 or permission of the instructor.
Originator: K. Gowdey
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

Action on FAS 2XX Computer Illustration was postponed to a later meeting at the request of the Department.

The next meeting is tentatively scheduled to take place on Monday, October 27, 2003 in H111 at 3:00 P.M.

John Lambert, Recorder

Minutes of September 22, 2003

Present: R. Campion, P. Coty, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, T. Flanagan, M. Handschu, A. Howitt, V. Kane, C. Myers, L. Recko-Morrison, E. Shanahan

Absent: R. Passenant

Guests: S. Atchley, J.T. Barstow, T. Curley,

Ex-officio present: J. Lambert

The Minutes of September 15, 2003 were approved.

New Course Proposal

SPA 1XX Spanish for the Workplace II 3credits HU/hu
A continuation of SPA 131. Complex grammatical structures are presented. Students develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a variety of authentic contexts. Vocabulary, communicative activities, and cultural topics relate to the workplace.
Prerequisite: SPA 131 or permission of the instructor.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

The next meeting is tentatively scheduled to take place on Monday, October 6, 2003 in H111 at 3:00 P.M.

John Lambert, Recorder

Minutes of September 15, 2003

Present: R. Campion, P. Coty, K. Gowdey, A. Guertin, T. Flanagan, A. Howitt, V. Kane, R. Passenant, E. Shanahan

Absent: M. Handschu, C. Myers, L. Recko-Morrison

Guests: B. Blanchard, C. Dorfman

Ex-officio present: N. Gelfand, J. Lambert

Rebecca Campion was welcomed as a representative of the Student Government Association.

The Minutes of May 5, 2003 were approved.

Proposal #2003-08 A proposal to modify the Engineering Technology A.S. Computer/Electronic Technology option.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of this proposal.

Proposal #2003-09 A proposal to change the name of the Early Childhood Certificate – Introductory to Early Childhood Education – Introductory.
The proposal was amended to read Early Childhood Education Certificate – Introductory.
The Committee voted to recommend approval of the amended proposal.

Proposal #2003-10 A proposal to change the name of the Early Childhood Certificate – Intermediate to Early Childhood Education – Intermediate.
The proposal was amended to read Early Childhood Education Certificate – Intermediate
The Committee voted to recommend approval of the amended proposal.

The Committee election process was discussed. Nominations will be accepted through September 30, 2003. The Committee election will take place the week of October 13, 2003.

The next meeting will take place on Monday, September 22, 2003 in H111 at 3:00 P.M.

John Lambert, Recorder