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COLLEGE ACADEMIC AND STUDENT SUPPORT COUNCIL

TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 2016

WOLFSON CAMPUS, ROOM 2106, 2:00 P.M.

MINUTES

CHAIR: Taurie Gittings-Wheeler, CASSC Chair 2015-2016

MEMBERS PRESENT:

Miriam Frances Abety Kathy Maalouf

Julie Alexander Isabel Martinez

Jaime Anzalotta Joaquin Martinez

Ximena Baca Kim McGinnis

Diana Bien-Aime Myra Medina-Cabral Elizabeth Bonet Jackie Peña

Denisse Cabrera Georgette Perez

Roxana Chavez Amy Pettigrew

Minca Davis-Brantley Margaret Shippey

Nelson De La Rosa Sournia Souchak

Jose Donis Nicholas Spezza

Stephen Joyner Michelle Thomas

Dorothy Koffler Diego Tibaquira

Marie Loubeau

MEMBERS ABSENT: SENT NOTIFICATION:

Ricardo Bardo-Portilla

Cherie Cannon Sent Notification

Thomas Demos Sent Notification

Joshua Ellis Sent Notification

David Finneran Oscar Garcia Curtiss

Andrew Frados

Alicia Giovinazzo John Adkins

Henry Lares On Leave

Adria Leal Marta Frydman

Mercedes Mont Sent Notification

Miguel Montañez Vincent Bates

Kenneth Tague

PRESENTER (S):

Djuradj Babic Lucia Obregon

Eric Belokon Nayrie Smith

Cynthia Conteh Raimundo Socorro

Frandley Defilie Iris Strachan

Caryn Horwitz Victor Vazquez-Hernandez

Susan Neimand

RESOURCE: Julian Chiu

GUEST (S): Jacqueline Hill

RECORDER:

Henri Roberts

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1. Call to Order

Taurie Gittings-Wheeler called the meeting to order.

2. In Memoriam

Taurie Gittings-Wheeler asked CASSC members to join her in observing a moment of silence in memory of

the victims of the Orlando mass shooting.

3. Comments by the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs & Student Affairs

Academic Affairs –

2016 Endowed Teaching Chair Recipients

Vice Provost Alexander asked CASSC members to join her in congratulating the 2016 Endowed Teaching

Chair recipients.

Honorees Endowed Chair Roberto Cabezas Dr. Robert H. McCabe Endowed Teaching Chair

Danixia Cuevas Daniel K. Gill Endowed Teaching Chair

Lourdes España Elpidio Nuñez/Northwestern Meats Endowed Teaching Chair

Arlen Garcia City of Miami Police Department Endowed Teaching Chair in the Social Sciences

Carolina Hospital Congresswoman Carrie Meek Endowed Teaching Chair

Kelly Kennedy-Everett Southeast Banking Corporation Foundation Endowed Teaching Chair in Communications

Steven Ritter The Mac Smith Endowed Teaching Chair in Environmental Ethics

Marisol Varela Anastasios and Maria Kyriakides Endowed Teaching Chair

Student Affairs –

MDConnect Campus Solutions (CS) –

Vice Provost Maalouf announced that MDConnect Campus Solutions (CS) module will go-live on Monday,

June 27 at 7:00 a.m. for Fall 2016 (2167) registration. Students will receive support for the MDConnect Self

Service Student Center, including tutorials and resources, through the MDConnect Student website.

Additional support will be provided through existing student service areas at the campuses, including Student

Services, Learning Resources and the computer courtyards. Faculty members will also receive resources and

training for navigating the MDConnect Self Service Faculty Center starting in August.

Nelnet Payment Plan –

MDC will no longer offer short-term loans to pay for tuition. Starting this fall, students will have the option

of participating in the Nelnet payment plan. Payments methods are automatic bank payment (ACH) or

credit/debit card. To participate, there is an enrollment fee of $40 per semester and $30 fee if payment is

returned. Payments are processed on the 20th of each month. Payment plan will be available starting June 27,

2016.

http://mdconnectinfo.mdc.edu/students/


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Detailed Agenda

4. Approval of Minutes May 10, 2016

The minutes of the May 10, 2016 CASSC meeting were approved as submitted.

VOTE: UNANIMOUS APPROVAL

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Curriculum Requiring Approval

5. School of Education

Dean Thomas introduced Susan Neimand, Director, who introduced Professor Lucia Obregon and Iris

Strachan, Early Childhood Education Chair. She presented proposed modifications for four (4) courses that

are part of the AS in Preschool (27031) and College Credit Certificate (60003). These modifications are in

response to changes in FLDOE Frameworks for College Credit Certificate in Preschool, FLDOE Frameworks

for the AS in Preschool, and NAEYC Standards. Professor Obregon added that the benefits that these

modifications bring about for students are that competencies are aligned with research and evidence- based

best practices in early childhood education, courses are aligned with challenging and latest academic and early

childhood education standards, and provide students with coherent and rigorous content as well as knowledge

and skills needed to further education and careers in the field of early childhood education.

Existing Course Modification

Effective Term: Fall 2016 (2167)

Affected Campus (es): North, Wolfson, Kendall, Homestead, InterAmerican, Hialeah, MDC-

West, Centers, all off campus sites, at Honors level and through Distance

Education.

Administrator (s): Michelle Thomas/Susan Neimand/Iris Strachan

Faculty: Lucia Obregon

Motion 1: The School of Education is requesting to modify (course description and

competencies) the following courses in order to meet standards outlined

in the new FLDOE state frameworks and the National Association for

the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Eff.

Course No. Course Title Credits Campus Term

EEC1000 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 6 2167

Course Description: The student will develop an understanding of the early childhood profession by

analyzing family and societal influences on young children, principles of child growth and development,

and the role of play in young children’s learning. They will apply methods of observing and recording

behavior. The students will examine techniques of guiding behaviors, characteristics of appropriate early

childhood programs, and teachers as professionals. (3 hr. lecture)

Curriculum Action Rationale: Course description and competencies updated to include new state

frameworks and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards.


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Eff.


EEC1200 Early Childhood Curriculum 1 3 6 2167

Course Description: The student will learn developmentally appropriate curriculum planning and its

impact on children’s total development. The student will examine the importance of dramatic play, proper

room arrangement, outdoor environments, advances in technology, scheduling, classroom management,

and activity planning for first and second language development, early literacy, and social studies. (3 hr.

lecture)



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EEC1311 Early Childhood Curriculum 2 3 6 2167

Course Description: The student will learn developmentally appropriate curriculum planning and its

impact on children’s total development. The student will examine the importance of integrating

appropriate experiences across curriculum including math, science, art, music, creative movement,

cooking, nutrition, and health and safety. (3 hr. lecture)



Eff.


EEC2202 Program Development in Early Childhood Education 3 6 2167

Course Description: The student will explore and identify the following: children at risk, federal and

state programs serving children at risk, child abuse and neglect, state rules and regulations, family

participation, quality programming, assessment, professionalism, and current early childhood curricula.

(3 hr. lecture)




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6. School of Engineering & Technology

Dean Bien-Aime introduced Professor Babic, Director, who presented the two (2) proposed 60 credits AS in

Animation and Game Art and AS in Game Development. These degrees are both industry driven and address

employer needs and demands. He also requested two new proposed courses with fees for the AS in Animation

and Game Art. In response to the development of the two new AS degrees, the School of Engineering +

Technology is also requesting the deletion of the corresponding track options under the AS in Computer

Programming and Analysis – Animation and Game Art Option and Game Development Option.

Add New Programs

Program Title: Animation & Game Art

Degree Type: Associate in Science (A.S.)




Education.

Administrator (s): Diana Bien-Aime/Djuradj Babic

Faculty:

Motion 1: The School of Engineering + Technology is proposing a 60 credit

Associate in Science degree in Animation & Game Art (AS-A&GA).

The proposed AS degree is industry driven and addresses employer

needs/demands, and will replace the current track option under the AS

in Computer Programming and Analysis.

Note: All existing courses are in line with the MDC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.


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Add New Courses

Motion 2: The School of Engineering + Technology is proposing two (2) new

courses for the Associate in Science in Animation & Game Art

program.

Eff.


DIG2391C Animation Studio 3 4 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

Course Description: This is a capstone course for students majoring in Animation and Game Art.

Students develop a project plan and produce a short, 3D animated movie. Students also create a website

for the project, social media and market campaigns, and submit the short animated movie to festivals.

Prerequisite: DIG2318 (3 hr. lecture 2 hr. lab)

Curriculum Action Rationale: New Course being developed for the Associate in Science degree in

Animation & Game Art.

Eff.


DIG2396C Motion Capture 4 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

Course Description: This course is for students majoring in Animation and Game Art. Students will

learn to digitize motion and clean-up and editing techniques. They will also learn how to set up motion

capture and shooting, data tracking, skeleton retargeting, as well as animation correction and

enhancements. Prerequisite: DIG1302 (3 hr. lecture 2 hr. lab)

Curriculum Action Rationale: New Course being developed for the Associate in Science degree in

Animation & Game Art.

Motion 3: Approve request to add course user fee.

Proposed Fee: $97.00

Rationale/Justification: Projected enrollment of 23 students per section is based on

historically observed enrollment trend for a comparable courses

in MAGIC program.


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Program Title: Game Development Design


Program Code: 25064




Education.


Faculty:

Motion 4: The School of Engineering + Technology is proposing a 60 credit

Associate in Science degree in Game Development Design (AS-GDD).

The proposed AS degree will allow graduates in achieving employment

within the Gaming industry, with a credential that is readily

recognizable by gaming industry employers.

Note: All existing courses are in line with the MDC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.


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Track Options Deletion

Program Title: Computer Programming & Analysis

Animation and Game Art Option

Game Development Option





Education.


Faculty:

Motion 5: In response to the development of the two new AS degrees, the School

of Engineering & Technology is requesting the deletion of the

corresponding track options only under the AS in Computer

Programming and Analysis degree.


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Professor Babic also presented the modifications to the AS in Database Technology and tracks to reduce credits

from 63 to 60 credit hours as mandated by the State. In order to comply with this mandate, the elective area

was reduced by 3 credits. The general education and major core requirements remain the same. The School of

Engineering + Technology is requesting to delete the Database Technology – Microsoft Business Intelligence

in response to the proposed new AS in Business Intelligence.

Program Modification

Program Title: Database Technology





Education.


Faculty:

Motion 6: In response to the Florida Department of Education – 2016-2017 Change

Document, the School of Engineering and Technology is requesting the

following changes:

Reduction of Program Length

o Microsoft Database Administrator (25057) from 63 to 60 credits

o Oracle Database Administrator (25058) from 63 to 60 credits

o Oracle Database Developer (25060) from 63 to 60 credits


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Motion 7: In response to the development of the new AS in Business Intelligence,

the School of Engineering and Technology is requesting the following

changes:

Track Deletion Only

o Microsoft Business Intelligence (25071)


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7. School of Business

Associate Dean Adkins introduced Cynthia Conteh, Chair, who introduced Professor Nayrie Smith, and

presented the proposed program modifications to the AS in Automotive Services Management Technology.

Program was previously set to be sunset due to changes in State standards. To comply with FLDOE change

document, program must be transitioned from an AS to AAS degree. All modifications are in alignment with

industry requirements and needs. This program will target two groups of students: Students who have

completed or are concurrently enrolled in an automotive program that is accredited by the National Automotive

Technicians Education Fund (NATEF). The other target group includes professional automotive technicians

who have obtained their industry certifications such as Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) issued by the

National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.

Professor Smith presented a proposed new course with fee, modifications to three (3) existing courses, and a

course reinstatement to be utilize in the AAS program as well as elective credits within the School of Business

course offering. She also presented the proposed modifications to the MAR1011 Principles of Marketing to

align course to industry standards to reflect marketing in the 21st century, and to include concepts related to

social media as well as digital marketing.


Program Title: Automotive Services Management Technology


Program Code: 26045




Education.

Administrator (s): John Adkins/Cynthia Conteh

Faculty: Nayrie Smith

Motion 1: In response to the Florida Department of Education Change Document,

the School of Business is requesting the following changes:

Degree Type Change

o From an Associate in Science (AS) in Automotive Service Management Technology

o To an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Automotive Service Management Technology


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Add New Course

Motion 2: The School of Business is requesting the approval to add a new course as

part of the AAS in Automotive Service Management Techonolgy.

Eff.


GEB1000 Business Career Strategies 3 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

Course Description: This course is designed to enable students to thrive in a competitive business

environment. Students will learn business etiquette, alternative career pathways, personal financial

management, and budgets. Additionally, students will learn interviewing, networking, and career

development skills. (3 hr. lecture)

Curriculum Action Rationale: New course designed as an elective for the School of Business.

Motion 3: Approve request to add course user fee.

Proposed Fee: $24.00

Rationale/Justification: Fees to cover the cost of site licenses for business simulations.

The projected enrollment of 20 students per section is based on

historically observed enrollment trends for comparable courses

within the School of Business. The anticipated offering is 15

sections of 20 students.

Existing Course Modification (Course Title, Course Description, Course Competencies)

Motion 4: The School of Business is requesting the approval to modify three (3)

existing courses as part of the AAS in Automotive Service Management

Technology.

Eff.


GEB1949 Co-Op Work Experience 1 (current title) 3 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

General Business Internship 1 (proposed title)

Course Description: This internship provides students with an opportunity to gain business experience

while receiving academic credit. Students will learn to make connections between their internship

experiences, academic coursework, and career goals. Students are required to complete 144 hours of

internship in an organizational setting.

Curriculum Action Rationale: Update course title, description and competencies to align with industry

and academic practices. Course will be utilized in the School of Business associate degrees.


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Eff.


GEB2949 Co-Op Work Experience 1 (current title) 3 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

General Business Internship 2 (proposed title)

Course Description: This internship is a continuation of GEB 1949 and provides students with an

opportunity to gain business experience while receiving academic credit. Students will learn to make

connections between their internship experiences, academic coursework, and career goals. Students are

required to complete 144 hours of internship in an organizational setting. Prerequisite: GEB1949



Eff.


MAN1949 Co-Op Work Experience 1 (current title) 3 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

Management Internship 1 (proposed title)

Course Description: Students will learn to develop practical knowledge and skills in the application of

theory to actual problems in a non-classroom setting in a student's field of study.



Course Reinstatement (Course Title, Course Description, Course Competencies

Motion 5: The School of Business is requesting the approval to reinstate existing

course as part of the AAS in Automotive Service Management

Technology.

Eff.


MAN2920 Co-Op Work Experience 1 (current title) 3 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

Management Internship 2 (proposed title)

Course Description: Students will learn to enhance the practical experience gained in MAN 1949 to put

into practice the knowledge and skills in the application of theory to actual problems in a non-classroom

setting. Prerequisite: MAN1949




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Existing Course Modification (Course Title, Course Description, Course Competencies)

Motion 6: The School of Business is requesting the approval to modify existing

course.

Eff.


MAR1011 Principles of Marketing 3 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

Course Description: This introductory course emphasizes key concepts and issues underlying the

modern practice of marketing. The course provides the student with a clear understanding of marketing’s

role in the 21st Century and introduces the student to both traditional and contemporary ways of

marketing. The student will learn how marketers deliver value by satisfying customer needs and wants,

determine which target markets to serve, and decide which goods and services are needed to serve these

markets. (3 hr. lecture)

Curriculum Action Rationale: Update course description and competencies.


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8. School of Justice

Dean Peña introduced Ray Socorro, Director, and Professor Caryn Horwitz, who presented the proposed new

AS in Security Management & Administration. This is a technical degree for students seeking positions in

either public and/or private security. The degree is designed to provide competencies especially for the fields

of Homeland Security and Private Security. It will prepare students for positions with the government in

Transportation Security Administration and Crisis Zones around the world as well as various positions in the

ever widening field of private security including corporations, retail establishment, and private individuals.

This degree will serve as the pathway between the CCC in Homeland Security, licenses and the BAS. Four

(4) new courses are being proposed as part the program. The development of this degree is in response to the

FLDOE change document to shift the CCC in Homeland Security currently housed under the AS in Criminal

Justice Technology.

Add New Program

Program Title: Security Management & Administration


Program Length: 60 Credits

CIP Code: 1743011202




Education.

Administrator (s): Jackie Peña/Raimundo Socorro

Faculty: Caryn Horwitz

Motion 1: In response to the Florida Department of Education – 2016-2017 Change

Document, the School of Justice is requesting to add the existing state-

approved Associate of Science (AS) degree in Security Management and

Administration (60 credits) to its list program offerings.

Note: This change is in response to the shift of the College Credit Certificate (CCC) in Homeland Security housed under the AS in

Criminal Justice Technology.


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Add New Courses

Motion 2: The School of Justice is proposing four (4) new courses for the Associate

in Science in Security Management and Administration program.

Eff.


CJE1680 Introduction to Computer Crimes 3 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

Course Description: This course provides the student with an overview of crimes involving the use of

computer technology and the internet. Students will learn how computer related crimes are committed and

how they are investigated. Topics covered will include computer crime scene management and the legal

issues involved in the prosecution of computer crimes. (3 hr. lecture)

Curriculum Action Rationale: New Course for AS Security Degree.

Eff.


SCC1000 Introduction to Security 3 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

Course Description: Students will explore and learn various aspects of security, including community

retail, corporate, business and industrial problems and concerns. In addition, to legal elements as it pertains

to crime prevention in a commercial environment. (3 hr. lecture)


Eff.


SCC2020 Problem Solving in Security 3 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

Course Description: This course provides the student with an overview of problem solving concepts

within the field of private security. Students will examine and learn the critical processes underlying

problem solving and the application of the process through the use of scenarios. The scenarios encompass

a wide range of private security problems and venues that require the student to conduct risk analysis,

propose viable solutions, and evaluate the utility of those initiatives. (3 hr. lecture)


Eff.


DSC1002 Domestic and International Terrorism 3 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 2167

Course Description: This course is a study of domestic and international terrorism as it relates to

domestic security. Through focused topics, students will learn about terrorist organizations and

motivations, investigating terrorism threats, conducting vulnerability assessments of potential terrorist

targets, and the role of government agencies in response to a terrorist incident and recovery afterwards. (3

hr. lecture)



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9. Social Science Discipline

On behalf of Dean Bien-Aime, School Director Babic, introduced Victor Vazquez-Hernandez, Chair, who

presented the modifications to the AS in Human Services and tracks, and related College Credit Certificate in

response to the FLDOE change document to reduce program length.






Education.

Administrator (s): Diana Bien-Aime/Victor Vazquez

Faculty: Eric Belokon/Frandley Defilie

Motion 1: In response to the Florida Department of Education – 2016-2017

Change Document, the Social Sciences Discipline is requesting the

following changes:

Reduction of Program Length

o AS in Human Services – Generalist (25026) from 65 to 60 credits

o AS in Human Services - Addiction Studies (25067) from 73 to 60 credits

o CCC in Addiction Studies (65078) from 39 to 24 credits


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10. Announcements

Summer College CASSC Meetings

Taurie Gittings-Wheeler reminded faculty members who will be on leave during Summer B to make sure they

find and send a substitute to represent them at the July meeting. Meeting will be held at the Wolfson Campus,

Room 2106 at 2:00 p.m. Taurie stressed the importance of having quorum in order to approve all curriculum

requiring approval. She also reminded CASSC members that there is no meeting in August.

Study Abroad Wrap-Up Session

Taurie invited CASSC members to a study abroad wrap-up session Rediscover La Cultura …. Opa! Italy and

Greece she led during Summer A (May 16 – 25, 2016). Students who participated, will share their experience

during this ten-day trip to Italy and Greece. Session will be held at the InterAmerican Campus on Friday, June

17, 2016 in room 401 from 09:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. She also invited everyone who has Instagram to check

out all the photos using #IACABROAD.

11. Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 3:30 p.m.


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