MINUTES KCTCS Board of Regents Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee Meeting June 16, 2011 Committee Members Present: Ms. Marcia L. Roth, Committee Chair Dr. Gail Henson, Committee Vice Chair Mr. Elijah Buell, Jr. Ms. Tonya Davidson Ms. Barbara Hoskins Committee Members Absent: Mr. C. Ronald James CALL TO ORDER Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee Chair Roth called to order the meeting of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System Board of Regents Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee at 12:10 p.m. (CT) on June 16, 2011. The meeting was held in the Emerging Technology Center Room 140 of West Kentucky Community and Technical College, Paducah, Kentucky. Chair Roth announced that the press was notified of the meeting on June 8, 2011. There being a quorum present, Committee business began with the approval of minutes. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chair Roth asked for any corrections to the minutes. Mr. Buell asked that Ms. Davidson s name be changed to Ms. Hoskins as the second to the motion regarding the exception request for total credit hour limit in Automotive Technology since Ms. Davidson was not in attendance at the March 10, 2011, meeting. VOTE: The minutes as corrected were approved by unanimous consent. ADDITIONS OR CHANGES TO THE AGENDA Chair Roth called for additions or changes to the agenda. Hearing none, the meeting continued with the next item on the agenda. ACTION: RATIFICATION OF NEW CREDIT CERTIFICATE S RECOMMENDATION: That the KCTCS Board of Regents ratify the approval of new credit certificate programs listed in the agenda materials. Chair Roth called on KCTCS Chancellor Jay Box to provide additional information related to the recommendation. Dr. Box noted that some of the programs listed are a result of rolling over an existing curriculum to a new integrated curriculum with multiple exit points. All certificate programs included on the list are applicable toward at least one degree program, and additional resources are not required for their implementation. The certificate programs listed in the agenda book support the Kentucky 53
Postsecondary Education Improvement Act of 1997 (as amended) goals of being responsive to the needs of students and employers, avoiding unnecessary program duplication, and increasing inter-institutional collaboration. They meet all KCTCS program approval policies and procedures, the KCTCS Policy on Collaborative Program Development, and all applicable Council on Postsecondary Education policies and procedures. MOTION: Ms. Hoskins moved and Dr. Henson seconded that the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee recommend that the KCTCS Board of Regents ratify the approval of new credit certificate programs listed in the agenda materials. ACTION: KCTCS S CANDIDATES FOR CREDENTIALS RECOMMENDATION: That the KCTCS Board of Regents approve the awarding of KCTCS colleges candidates for degrees and diplomas and ratify certificates as presented in the supplemental booklet, KCTCS Candidates for Credentials January 19, 2011, through April 29, 2011, with the credentials (degrees, diplomas, and certificates) to be awarded to the candidates upon certification that the requirements have been satisfactorily completed. Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present the candidates for credentials. Dr. Box noted that for the period of January 19, 2011, through April 29, 2011, there were 17,250 credential requests (11,141 of which are unduplicated), including 10,373 certificates; 1,522 diplomas; 1,442 associate in arts; 724 associate in science; 3,188 associate in applied science; and 1 associate in fine arts. The credentials are to be awarded to the students upon certification that the requirements for the credentials have been satisfactorily completed. MOTION: Dr. Henson moved and Ms. Hoskins seconded that the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee recommend: That the KCTCS Board of Regents approve the awarding of KCTCS colleges candidates for degrees and diplomas and ratify certificates as presented in the supplemental booklet, KCTCS Candidates for Credentials January 19, 2011, through April 29, 2011, with the credentials (degrees, diplomas, and certificates) to be awarded to the candidates upon certification that the requirements have been satisfactorily completed. Chair Roth made a suggestion to make one blanket motion to move all the program proposals forward as a package with separate votes for each. 54
(AAS) IN CULINARY ARTS FOR MAYSVILLE COMMUNITY AND MOTION: Dr. Henson moved and Ms. Davidson seconded that the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee move the following nine programs forward: 1. Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Culinary Arts with options in Culinary Arts, Food and Beverage Management, and Catering and Personal Chef; diplomas in Culinary Arts, Food and Beverage Management, and Catering and Personal Chef; and certificates in Advanced Catering, Advanced Culinary Arts, Food and Beverage Management, and Advanced Food and Beverage Management for Maysville Community and Technical College (MCTC) to be implemented in fall 2011. 2. Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in in Health Information Technology and certificates in Medical Records Coding Specialist and Release of Information Data Specialist for the following colleges to be implemented in fall 2011: Bluegrass Community and Technical College, Gateway Community and Technical College, and Hazard Community and Technical College. 3. Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Biotechnology Laboratory Technician and certificates in Basic Biotechnician and Advanced Biotechnician for Bluegrass Community and Technical College to be implemented in fall 2011. 4. Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Criminal Justice with options in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Corrections, and Security and Loss Prevention and a certificate in Computer Forensics for Hazard Community and Technical College (HCTC) to be implemented in fall 2011. 5. Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Office Systems Technology with an option in Administrative for Bowling Green Technical College (BGTC) to be implemented in fall 2011. 6. Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Energy Technologies and certificates in Energy Efficiency Electrical Controls Technician, Outside Plant Technician, Energy Utility Technician, Wind Systems Technologies, Solar/Photovoltaic Technologies, and Energy Efficiency and Analysis for Gateway Community and Technical College (GCTC) to be implemented in spring 2012. 7. Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Logistics and Operations Management and a certificate in Logistics Management for West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) to be implemented in fall 2011. 8. Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Apprenticeship Studies for West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) to be implemented in fall 2011. 55
9. Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Industrial Chemical Technology for West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) to be implemented in fall 2011. Chair Roth welcomed the following college representatives who assisted with the program proposal presentations: Maysville Community and Technical College Ms. Barbara Campbell, Chief Officer, Workforce Solutions. Dr. Juston Pate, Chief Academic Officer. Bluegrass Community and Technical College Dr. David Hellmich, Vice President, Academics. Ms. Sharon Breeding, Professor of Medical Information Technology. Ms. Jenny Jones, Associate Professor of Office Systems Technology and Assistant Dean of the Business and Education Division. Hazard Community and Technical College Dr. R. Kathy Smoot, Provost and Vice President Academic Affairs. Mr. Neil Brashear, Academic Dean, Technical and Professional Programs. Bowling Green Technical College Dr. Phil Neal, Provost. Ms. Iris Dotson, Chief Academic Officer. Ms. Janel Doyle, Office System Technology Program Coordinator. Gateway Community and Technical College Dr. Laura Urban, Provost and Vice President Academic Affairs. Ms. Susan Chaney, Medical Information Technology, Medical Administrative Services Program Coordinator, and Curriculum Review Committee Chairperson. Dr. Yvonne Meichtry, Coordinator, Energy Careers Program, Energy Technologies. Dr. Anthony Clark, Dean of Workforce Solutions. West Kentucky Community and Technical College Dr. Barbara Veazey, President. Dr. Tena Payne, Vice President of Academic Affairs. Dr. Tammy Owen, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs. Ms. Allison Gullion, Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator of Logistics and Operations Management. 56
Mr. Rocky Hudson, Instructor and Program Coordinator of Industrial Chemical Technology. Mr. David Morrison, Director of External Education. DRAFT Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present the Culinary Arts program proposal. Dr. Box noted that six KCTCS colleges offer this degree. This program is designed to prepare students for careers in Culinary Arts, Food and Beverage Management, Restaurant Management, Catering, Institutional Food Service, and as Professional Chefs. Through this course of study students are able to work in commercial kitchens, laboratory, and dining room settings. Dr. Box noted that the program uses the teaching philosophy of the American Culinary Federation, the Academy of Chefs, the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation, and the American Personal Chef Association. The program competencies are those of the American Culinary Federation. The city of Maysville supports this program and is providing a historic building in downtown Maysville, which is currently being renovated to house the Culinary Arts program. The area surrounding the Maysville Campus of Maysville Community and Technical College is projected to show a growth of over 150 new hires in the food service industry over the next five years. This projected growth has caused local food service owners and managers to call for more highly trained and knowledgeable food workers. Dr. Box also noted that KCTCS has an articulation agreement with Sullivan University and Western Kentucky University, which offer a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management and Nutrition. In addition, Morehead State University has a computer degree where graduates of Maysville Community and Technical College may earn a bachelor s degree. Dr. Box called on Dr. Justin Pate from Maysville Community and Technical College, who discussed the program and introduced Ms. Barbara Campbell for further comments related to the proposal. (AAS) IN HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FOR THREE S Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present the item. Dr. Box noted that one KCTCS college offers this AAS degree. The 68 credit hour program is designed to prepare graduates for entry into the field of health information management. The curriculum gives the student opportunities to interact with physicians, health professionals, and financial and administrative staffs to ensure the protection of information systems. Graduates will help determine health information budgets, resources, and policies, utilizing current and accurate data. Health information technicians are employed in hospitals, medical clinics, nursing homes, other health care facilities, and industry. The 57
proposed Health Information Technology program will be accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). Dr. Box addressed the need for this program. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, employment of health information technicians is expected to increase by 20 percent, much faster than the average for all occupations through 2018. With the increasing use of electronic health records, more technicians will be needed to complete the new responsibilities associated with electronic data management. Dr. Box called on Dr. Laura Urban from Gateway Community and Technical College, who addressed the proposal. Ms. Susan Chaney from Gateway spoke to questions regarding faculty, accreditation, and transfer to four year universities. Dr. David Hellmich introduced two faculty members from Bluegrass Community and Technical College, Ms. Sharon Breeding and Ms. Jenny Jones. Ms. Jones addressed questions related to hospital needs, hiring of faculty, and transfer. Dr. Kathy Smoot from Hazard Community and Technical College addressed the need for this program in the Hazard area. (AAS) IN BIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY TECHNICIAN FOR BLUEGRASS COMMUNITY AND Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present the item. Dr. Box noted that this would be the first KCTCS college to offer this program as an AAS degree. The 60-66 credit hour program provides basic knowledge and laboratory skills needed to prepare for entry-level jobs in university, government, pharmaceutical, or industrial biotechnology laboratories. Graduates of this program will be able to seek employment in quality control, quality assurance, research and development, and regulatory bioscience. The program has been designed to develop skills in basic analysis of biological molecules (DNA and proteins), use of bioreactors, recombinant DNA technology, generation of cell cultures, immunological method applications, regulatory compliance (GMPs and GLPs), accurate documentation, and laboratory safety skills. Dr. Box addressed the need for this program. Biotechnology has been identified as a high growth industry by the U.S. Department of Labor, with the need for biological technicians expected to grow 9 percent to 17 percent by the year 2016. Kentucky employment projections for the same period show an anticipated growth of 8 percent (Kentucky Occupational Outlook to 2016). Historically, the biotechnology industry has needed intellectual talent at the master s degree and doctoral levels, but the growth of the industry coupled with the economic downturn has caused a shift in the types of workers needed to fill critical skill gaps, with many community colleges now offering curricula to train biotechnology technicians (Careervoyages.gov, Bio-Link.org). 58
Dr. David Hellmich addressed the proposal. He answered questions regarding National Science Foundation (NSF) grants that were related to the program and explained the certificate which was offered on a pilot basis. Based on the results of the pilot certificate program, offering the AAS degree was the next step. (AAS) IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE FOR HAZARD COMMUNITY AND Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present the item. Dr. Box noted that 12 KCTCS colleges offer the AAS degree. The Criminal Justice program prepares students for entry into the field of police work and related occupations. Criminal justice vocations have evolved from jobs with minimal requirements to jobs requiring complex knowledge and skills. Dr. Box noted that KCTCS currently has articulation agreement with the University of Louisville for students to obtain a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Administration of Justice. There are numerous municipal, local, state, and federal criminal justice agencies represented in the Hazard Community and Technical College service area. These include county sheriff departments, county jails, several police departments, a Kentucky State Police post, officers of the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Department, multi-county drug enforcement taskforce officers, and officers of the U.S. Forestry Service. Dr. Box also noted that, according to the results of a Hazard Community and Technical College program needs assessment survey, 90 percent of potential employers of Criminal Justice graduates indicate either a very strong or strong need for this program. The needs assessment survey, contact with Center for Rural Law Enforcement personnel, and information provided by practitioners project up to 15 to 20 job openings each year for the next four years. Dr. Kathy Smoot addressed the proposal. She noted that Hazard Community and Technical College also had partnerships with Eastern Kentucky University and University Center of the Mountains. Mr. Neil Brashear explained the local need for this program, especially with returning members of the military to the area.. (AAS) IN OFFICE SYSTEMS Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present the item. Dr. Box noted that nine KCTCS colleges offer the AAS degree, and 11 colleges offer the diploma program. Office Systems Technology graduates will be able to prepare multiple types of correspondence using computer-based applications (word processing, graphics, database, and spreadsheet). They will also be able to maintain files, order supplies, perform accounting procedures, and facilitate accurate communication and information exchange to internal and 59
TECHNOLOGY BOWLING GREEN external customers on a timely basis as well as use proper telephone and email etiquette and coordinate meeting and travel arrangements. Dr. Box addressed the need for this program. According to the United States Government, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, employment of administrative assistants is expected to increase by 11 percent, which is about as fast as the average for all occupations, between 2008 and 2018. Administrative assistants and secretaries held about 4.3 million jobs in 2008, ranking it among the largest occupations in the U.S. economy. Bowling Green Technical College currently offers diplomas and certificates in Office Systems Technology. Approval of the AAS degree in Office Systems Technology provides the graduate with an additional credential that is more specific to their occupational area rather than a General Occupational Technical Studies (GOTS) degree, making them more marketable. Dr. Phil Neal, who introduced Ms. Iris Dotson and Ms. Janel Doyle, noted that Bowling Green Technical College has the resources needed to offer this degree. (AAS) IN ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES FOR GATEWAY COMMUNITY AND Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present the item. Dr. Box noted that this will be the first AAS degree program in Energy Technologies for KCTCS. Various colleges at KCTCS offer alternative energy courses and certificates. Maysville Community and Technical College offers an AAS degree in Energy Systems. The Energy Technologies program does not duplicate these credentials but complements them by offering more in-depth knowledge within the technical fields. The Energy Systems degree is focused on preparing students to work at power plants, the power generation side of the energy utility industry. In contrast, the Energy Technologies degree prepares students for jobs in the transmission and distribution side of the energy industry. Together the two degrees cover the spectrum of energy careers from power generation at the power plant to the transmission and distribution of that power to consumers. Thus, the two degrees complement each other by focusing on different parts of the energy utility industry. The 60-64 credit hour Energy Technologies degree offers an option for students to build a career in the energy field. The degree is focused on preparing graduates to enter the workforce in positions such as an entry-level utility apprentice, line maintenance technician, transformer/relay technician, fiber optic technician, outside plant fiber optic technician, network communications technician, voice and data wiring technician, or renewable energy and energy efficiency specialist. Hands-on instruction is used to teach students aspects of smart grid technology, fiber optics installation, utility operation, line maintenance, 60
underground operations, substation operations, transmission distribution, solar/photovoltaic systems installation, design and placement of wind energy systems, energy efficiency analysis, electrical energy efficiency control technologies, and job safety. Dr. Laura Urban, Dr. Yvonne Meichtry, and Dr. Anthony Clarke spoke about the local support for this program as well as student interest. There are already two certificates in place, including a pilot certificate. They also spoke about the grants the college has received, especially the Gateway to Energy Careers grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. (AAS) IN LOGISTICS AND OPERATIONS FOR WEST KENTUCKY COMMUNITY AND Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present the item. Dr. Box noted that this will be the first AAS degree program in Logistics and Operations Management for KCTCS. Within the established 60-68 credit hour range, the Logistics and Operations Management program is designed to teach students about the sourcing, procurement, conversion, and logistics concepts associated with the production and delivery of goods and services. The Logistics and Operations Management program is a new program that was developed in response to industry growth and expected retirements in the logistics industry. The goal of the program is to enhance economic development in western Kentucky. Findings of the Greater Paducah Economic Development Council indicated that the distribution/logistics sector is beginning to grow again; the number of jobs in transportation and warehousing industry is expected to grow by 11 percent through 2015. The local area geographic location and transportation infrastructure with six interstates within a 150-mile radius, access to five rail companies, four rivers, a river port, and a regional airport provide significant advantages for distribution/logistics companies. The current facilities are sufficient and will be utilized to implement this program. The facilities are permanent and well equipped. WKCTC currently has faculty to teach the program. No new funding is required to implement the program. Dr. Barbara Veazey, Dr. Tena Payne, Dr. Tammy Owen, and Mr. David Morrison spoke to the local support and need for this program. They also spoke about the grants and recruitment efforts related to this program. Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present the item. Dr. Box noted that three KCTCS colleges offer this AAS degree. The 61 credit hour Apprenticeship Studies program is designed to provide specialized study in a national- or state-approved apprenticeship curriculum. 61
(AAS) IN APPRENTICESHIP STUDIES FOR WEST KENTUCKY COMMUNITY AND This program was requested by the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local Union 184 and the Indiana/Kentucky Regional Council of Carpenters. West Kentucky Community and Technical College will be able to serve a greater market in the workforce, making graduates more marketable to employers and increasing their competitiveness in the job market and in their careers. West Kentucky Community and Technical College general education faculty are presently employed to teach the required courses needed for this program. Enrollment will vary based on the needs of individuals who have completed an apprenticeship union program. Technically, this is not a stand-alone program; West Kentucky Community and Technical College will only provide the general education courses needed for this program. Registered apprenticeship is a voluntary industry-driven training program. The registered apprenticeship program can be a partnership of business and organized labor as the primary operators of programs or implemented by employers or employer associations. Government plays a support role. The Kentucky Labor Cabinet, Division of Employment Standards, Apprenticeship and Mediation provides technical consultation services on the development of the apprenticeship standards. Dr. Barbara Veazey, Dr. Tena Payne, Dr. Tammy Owen, and Mr. David Morrison spoke to the committee about the local support and need for this program as well as grants related to this program. (AAS) IN INDUSTRIAL CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY FOR WEST KENTUCKY COMMUNITY AND Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present the item. Dr. Box noted that one other KCTCS college (Jefferson Community and Technical College) offers this AAS degree. The 60-66 credit hour program is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level positions in the areas of process operators, process technicians, and chemical technicians. Basic knowledge in the areas of chemical unit operations. Organic, analytical, and inorganic chemistry, mathematics, policies and practices in the areas of environmental, health, and safety, process systems and control, and statistics for quality help the graduate to understand the operation of modern chemical industries. This program has been developed in response to the current and future needs for replacement of skilled workforce. Current data from western Kentucky indicates that in the entire workforce 17.7 percent are currently 55 or older. In southern Illinois, the Illinois Department of Economic Security shows that over 30 percent of the population in the target counties were 55 or older in 2010. Some partner companies indicated that more than 30 percent of their current workforce would reach eligibility for retirement within the next five years; and there are serious concerns about the availability of a skilled, qualified worker pool from which to draw replacements. They specifically noted chemical operators as a group that would need training. The Paducah area is home to two nuclear energy fuel supply facilities, a large 62
paper mill, two power plants, and more than 10 chemical manufacturers. Many additional opportunities will impact the development of the AAS degree program as other companies look to locate to the area. DRAFT WKCTC has developed the program with funds from a U. S. Department of Labor grant, Project NEWS. The grant has provided funds for equipment purchase, learning resources, salaries, and marketing. Local industry has also stated interest in donating to the program. Dr. Barbara Veazey, Dr. Tena Payne, Dr. Tammy Owen, and Mr. Rocky Hudson spoke about the local support and need for this program. Mr. Hudson is a chemical engineer and helped with the curriculum for this program. They also spoke about grants related to this program. ACTION: EXCEPTION REQUEST FOR TOTAL CREDIT HOUR LIMIT: ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE IN AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY FOR TWO S RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Regents approve an exception request for total credit hour limit of 69-76 for the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Aviation Maintenance Technology for Jefferson Community and Technical College and Somerset Community College and an exception request for total credit hour limit of 60-67 credit hours for the Diploma in Airframe and Power Plant Maintenance Technician for Somerset Community College to be implemented in fall 2011. Chair Roth welcomed the following college representatives who assisted with the program proposal presentations: Jefferson Community and Technical College Dr. Bill Silliman, Dean of Academic Affairs. Somerset Community College Mr. David Deaton, System Curriculum Chair and Program Coordinator Aviation Maintenance Technology. Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to provide additional information about the program exception request. He noted that: The KCTCS Board of Regents Policy 4.12 Policy on Collaborative Program Development was revised on June 12, 2009, which set lower total credit hour limits for the AA, AS, AAS, and diploma (with an AAS exception request process). The credit hour limit for an AAS was set as 60-68 credit hours. An exception to the total credit hour limit may be made by the Board if a program has external degree requirements which must be met, necessitating an exception request. Documentation (such as specialized accreditation requirements and/or the results of a detailed industry validation of a specialized curriculum) must be submitted to the KCTCS Board of Regents with the request for an exception to the total credit hour limit. 63
The Aviation Maintenance Technology curriculum has been developed through the KCTCS process to meet regulations mandated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). According to the FAA Code of Regulations, SEC 147.21, these hours of instruction are the minimum for Airframe 1,150 hours (400 general plus 750 airframe), Powerplant 1,150 hours (400 general plus 50 airframe and 750 powerplant), Combined Airframe and Powerplant 1,900 hours (400 general and 750 airframe and 750 powerplant. The KCTCS AAS Aviation Maintenance Technology degree includes both the Airframe and Powerplant options. KCTCS requires a minimum of 15 credit hours in general education to attain an AAS degree in addition to the prescribed courses set by the Federal Aviation Administration. Due to the number of credits required in the general education category (15 credit hours) as well as the technical component (61 credit hours), the KCTCS Aviation Maintenance Technology Curriculum Committee is requesting this exception for a 69-76 credit hour limit. Dr. Box called on Mr. Deaton, a college representative from Somerset Community College, to address the exception request. Mr. Deaton indicated that, due to technology changing and expanding, education in this field moves fast; and it needs to meet the regulations that are set by the FAA. Mr. Silliman, Jefferson Community and Technical College, also spoke to the need for this exception. MOTION: Mr. Buell moved and Ms. Davidson seconded that the Board of Regents approve an exception request for total credit hour limit of 69-76 for the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Aviation Maintenance Technology for Jefferson Community and Technical College and Somerset Community College and an exception request for total credit hour limit of 60-67 credit hours for the Diploma in Airframe and Power Plant Maintenance Technician for Somerset Community College to be implemented in fall 2011. Chair Roth called for discussion. UPDATE: TOTAL CREDIT HOUR REDUCTION STATUS Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present this item. Dr. Box commended Dr. Mary Kleber and Ms. Annette Parker along with KCTCS Faculty Council, Curriculum Review Committee, and Rules Committee for their work with this project. According to the policy, existing programs had two years to come into compliance with the revised credit hour requirements or seek an exception from the KCTCS Board of Regents. The two-year period expires June 30, 2011. 64
The summary data show: Total number of programs (June 12, 2009) AA-1, AS-1, AAS-76, Diploma-78 Total number of programs out of compliance (June 12, 2009) AAS 47, Diploma-20. Total number of programs in compliance (June 17, 2011) 100% Number of exceptions (June 17, 2011) 6 approved, 1 pending. NOTE: An Associate in Fine Arts degree (64 credit hour limit) was approved by the KCTCS Board of Regents on December 4, 2009. Three AAS programs and two diploma programs have been deactivated. Chair Roth called for discussion. Chair Roth extended gratitude and compliments to Dr. Kleber and Ms. Parker for their work in this project. UPDATE: BACCALAUREATE STUDENT TRANSFER UPDATE: KY WINS Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present this item. He noted the following: KCTCS and Campbellsville University Transfer Agreement/Signing Ceremony o President McCall and Campbellsville University President Michael Carter met in Campbellsville on April 5, 2011, to sign the transfer agreement. Others in attendance included Senator Ken Winters (former President of Campbellsville and Chair of the Senate Education Committee), CPE President Bob King, KCTCS Chancellor and staff, and KCTCS college presidents from Jefferson and Elizabethtown. o The agreement creates four transfer pathways for KCTCS students. AAS in Business Administration, Business Administration Management Option, Criminal Justice, or Early Childhood/Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education graduates can transfer to a bachelor s program. KCTCS and Morehead State University Transfer Agreement Signing Ceremony o The agreement provides for KCTCS students with AAS degrees to complete bachelor s degrees online. The transfer pathway for the AAS degree to the MSU Bachelor in University Studies, Professional Studies Option supports students who have obtained education at the associate s level in a specific discipline and who are interested in continuing their education in a more generalized area that will allow them to gain additional knowledge and leadership skills to advance their professional role. Chair Roth called on Dr. Box to present this item. It was noted that 25 career pathway and 1,054 business and industry training projects were funded as of April 21, 2011. Of the 1,054 business and industry training projects, 925 are complete; and 129 are active. To date, the average wage for trainees is $23.41. It is projected that 158,257 participants will be served through training and 65
assessment. From July 1, 2009, through April 21, 2011, 12,136 hours of academic credits were awarded to 13,978 individuals; and 19,003 non-credit clock hours worth of training was provided to 1,574 individuals. NEXT MEETING Chair Roth announced that the next regularly scheduled meeting of the KCTCS Board of Regents Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee is September 15, 2011, at Jefferson Community and Technical College in Louisville, Kentucky. ADJOURNMENT Ms. Hoskins moved and Ms. Davidson seconded that the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee meeting adjourn. VOTE: The motion was approved unanimously, and the meeting adjourned at 1:50 p.m. (CT). 9/15/11 Date Approved by the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee Gail R. Henson Committee Chair 66