Quincy Reporter

John Wood Community College Board of Trustees Curriculum Committee met Dec. 15.

Here are the minutes provided by the committee:

The meeting convened at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday December 15, 2022. Attending virtually via zoom conference were Mr. Andy Sprague, trustee; Ms. Paula Hawley, trustee; Dr. Laurel Klinkenberg, vice president of instruction; Ms. Kristina Johnson, note taker. Absent, Mr. Mike Elbe, president.

• Biology was discussed as follows:

o The Natural Sciences department has implemented a 10-year limit for the prerequisite to BIO 275, Human Anatomy and Physiology I and BIO 276, Human Anatomy and Physiology II. The cutoff point will aide in student success, considerations can be made on an individual basis.

• Computer Science courses were discussed as follows:

o The Fundamentals of Networking course added 1 credit hour to change the course from 2 credit hours to 3. The change was motivated by including additional software that prepares students to test for the NETWORK+, an industry credential.

• Education courses were discussed as follows:

o Adding a prerequisite option to course work provides opportunities for students to take courses during any semester, offering flexibility and removing barriers.

• Degree changes in Radiologic Technology were discussed as follows:

o The Radiologic Technology degree is solely offered as a bachelor’s degree, the AAS degree has been inactivated.

• Health Sciences and Emergency Services discussed as follows:

o Admission criteria change to the Nursing Program will increase student success. The Nursing department suggests completing Biology and Anatomy Physiology I course prior to enrolling in the Nursing Program. However, certain test scores for admission will be considered.

• Other:

o Business item for discussion, CSC 163 lab fee, fee will assist with the payment for the NETWORK+ certification.

o A MACH form has been created for the Lab Fee Recommendation form.

Meeting adjourned at 11:00 am.

https://www.jwcc.edu/about/board-of-trustees/board-agendas-minutes/#curriculum-committee