Policy Type
Academics
Policy Number:
4.1.01
Date Policy Issued:
August 01, 2009
Policy Owner:
Chief Academic Officer
Policy Statement:
New programs and/or courses are developed when a need is identified in one or more of the following ways: 1) requests from individuals, businesses, industries, academic divisions, or staff members; 2) surveys which indicate interest in participation or potential employment in the proposed programs; and 3) requests from transfer institutions to satisfy the college articulation commitment and/or continuing education commitment.
Policy Rational:
Development of new curriculum takes time to properly research and develop to assure the relevance, rigor, and the highest level of integrity is encompassed.