Bob Rhea, Board Member | John Wood Community College
Bob Rhea, Board Member | John Wood Community College
John Wood Community College Curriculum Committee met April 15.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
The Curriculum meeting commenced at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday April 15, 2025. Attendees included Dr. Randy Greenwell Trustee; Mr. Don Hess, Trustee; Dr. Bryan Renfro, President; Dr. Shelley Barkley, Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs; Shellie Mittermeyer, Executive Administrative Assistant to the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs; and Kristina Johnson, Notetaker.
• The Hospitality Management program was discussed as follows:
o Course reactivation – HSP 195, Special Topics in Hospitality Management (1-4 credit hours)
§ The previously discontinued course is being reinstated to support the restructuring of the culinary degree, allowing for greater flexibility, and increased hands-on kitchen time. Instructors will create a course template with standardized outcomes, enabling the course to run—typically no more than twice—if it proves in demand with students.
• The Engineering program was discussed as follows:
o New course – EGR 101, Introduction to Engineering (3 credit hours)
§ This new seminar course was created in response to Advisory Council input and student needs to support early engagement in engineering. Aimed at first-semester students, it provides foundational skills and hands-on lab experience while offering a broad overview of various engineering disciplines. Designed to boost enrollment and interest, the course enhances career exploration and expands opportunities within the program.
• The Welding program was discussed as follows:
o New Certificate – Illinois Aligned Basic Weld Cert (11 credit hours)
§ This 11-credit hour certificate is part of a statewide effort to create a modular, standardized curriculum in manufacturing that can be offered consistently across all Illinois community colleges. Designed to ensure uniform, industry-aligned training, the program increases flexibility by allowing students to take courses at any participating institution. Although the certificate is not currently financial-aid eligible, JWCC is working to embed it into an existing aid-eligible program. This initiative supports workforce development, expands access to manufacturing education, and serves as a foundational step toward a competency-based education model in the field.
Meeting adjourned at 10:30 a.m.
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