catalogue 2009-2012

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catalogue 2009-2012

HUERTAS JUNIOR COLLEGE
CAGUAS, PUERTO RICO
CATALOGUE
2009-2012
(Revised in January 2009)
#41 and 49 Héctor R. Bunker Street
PO Box 8429
Caguas, Puerto Rico 00726
Telephone: (787) 746-1400
Fax (787) 743-0203
www.huertas.edu
Huertas Junior College does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, creed, age,
political ideals, national origin, disability, state of gestation, or military or civil status.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Governance
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Board of Directors
Administrative Personnel
Huertas Junior College
Historical Overview
Vision and Mission
Philosophy and Objectives
Physical Facilities
Licenses and Accreditation
Institutional Membership to Associations or Organizations
Articulation Agreements
Laws, Regulations, and Policies
Institutional Policy for Keeping the School free from Drugs and
Alcohol
Sexual Harassment Policy and Grievance Procedures
Copyright Policy
Institutional Regulations
Admissions Policy
Admissions Requirements
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New Students
Reentry Students
Readmission Students
Transfer Students
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Transfer of Credits Policy and Criteria
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Transfer
Accreditation for Prior Learning
Credit for Challenge Examinations
CLEP Tests (College Level Examination Program)
Military Courses
Advanced Placement Courses
Enrollment
Students who Owe Documents
Extended Enrollment
Change of Program of Study
Tuition Rights, Fees and Other Charges
Class Attendance
Tuition Cancellation Policy
Withdrawal Policy
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Partial Withdrawal
Total Withdrawal
Administrative Withdrawal (WR)
Policy for Reimbursement of Title IV Funds for Total Withdrawal
Order for Returning Funds
Policy for Absence License
Policy for the return of Funds of the Assigned Programs through
Puerto Rico Council on Higher Education
Calendar and Academic Year
Academic Dispositions
Credit Unit
Academic Credits
Course Selection
Enrollment and Changes to the Class Schedule
Student Evaluation System
Grading
Definition of Terms
Grades Review
Grade Point Average
Change of Grades
Repeated Courses
Policy for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
Attempted Credits
Incompletes
Repeated Courses
Approved Courses
Evaluation Period
Elements of the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
Qualitative Element-General Point Average (GPA)
Qualitative Element –Approved Credits in Maximum Timeframe
Students with Veterans Administration Benefits
Corrective Actions in the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
First Academic Probation
Second Academic Probation
Procedure for Appeals
Reinstatement as Students in Academic Satisfactory Progress
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Honor Roll
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Graduation
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Application for Graduation
Graduation Requirements
Commencement Acts
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Honors and High Honors
Medals
Awards
Student Services
Identification Card
Office of the Registrar
Academic Records
Change of Address Notification
Office of Financial Aid
Federal Pell Grant Program
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
Federal Work Study Program (FWSP)
Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP Stafford)
FFEL PLUS Loans
Caguas Municipal Guaranteed Loan Program for Vocational and
Technical Development
State Assistance: Puerto Rico Council on Higher Education Programs
Supplementary Educational Assistance Programs
Students with Merit Program
Pedro Millán-Rivera Grant
Institutional Grants
Honor Program
Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)
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Bursar Office
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Orientation and Retention Office
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Mentoring Program
Student Counseling Program
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Placement and Entrepreneurship Center
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Placement Office
Entrepreneurship Office
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Skill Development Center
Learning Resources Center (LRC)
Information Systems Center
Health Services Center
Bookstore (Huertas Cyber Books)
Extension and Continued Education Division
Security
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Social Cultural Activities and Student Associations
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Student Associations
Student Counselors and Mentors Program
Social Cultural and Educational Activities
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Students’ Rights and Responsibilities
Rights
Duties
Disciplinary Rules and Procedures
Disciplinary Sanctions
Appeals Procedure in Case of Disciplinary Sanctions
Procedures for Suspensions
Readmission of Students with Disciplinary Problems
Procedure for Submitting Grievances
Study Programs
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Course Coding System
Course Coding Table
Academic Offerings
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Curricular Syntheses of the Academic Associate Degrees
Associate Degree in Management
Associate Degree in Office Systems
Associate Degree in Informatics Technology
Associate Degree in Accounting
Associate Degree in Dental Assistant
Associate Degree in Computer Aided Drafting
Associate Degree in Graphic Design
Associate Degree in Electrical Technology
Associate Degree in Electronic Technology
Associate Degree in Nursing
Associate Degree in Physical Fitness
Associate Degree in Pharmacy Technician
Associate Degree in Instrumentation Technology
Associate Degree in Paralegal Technician
Associate Degree in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology
Associate Degree in Health Information Management Technology
Associate Degree in Respiratory Care Therapy
Associate Degree in Tourism
Curricular Syntheses of the Diploma and Certificate Programs
Office Clerk with Information Processing
Electricity Technology
Personal Trainer Program
Therapeutic Massage
Technology in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology
Computer Repair Technician
Expanded Functions Program for Dental Assistants
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Course Descriptions*
(ADM) Management
(CISE) Office Systems
(COMP) Computer Science and Informatics Technology
(CONT) Accounting
(DAC) Dental Assistant
(DAE) Expanded Functions
(DIB) Computer Aided Drafting
(ELE) Electricity
(ELT) Electronics
(ENFE) Nursing
(ENFI) Personal Trainer
(FAIN) Industrial Pharmaceutics Technician
(FARM) Pharmacy Technician
(INST) Instrumentation
(LEGA) Paralegal Technician
(MAST) Therapeutic Massage
(RECO) Computer Repair Technician
(REF) Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
(REME) Health Information
(RESP) Respiratory Care Therapy
(TUR) Tourism
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*An asterisk identifies the general education courses.
Faculty
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Regular Faculty
Adjunct Faculty
Academic Calendar
Tentative Academic Calendar September – December Semester
Tentative Academic Calendar January – April Semester
Tentative Academic Calendar May – August Semester
Certification
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GOVERNANCE
Huertas Junior College, Inc. is a private educational corporation organized under
the laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. It is operated by Huertas Junior
College Incorporated.
The governance of Huertas Junior College is constituted by a Board of Directors as
the governing body. This Board has the responsibility of establishing institutional
policies and assures compliance with the vision, mission, and institutional goals. The
Board analyzes and ponders the recommendations submitted by institutional
committees through the President. The Board of Directors is composed of the
following members:
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mr. Rubén López-Huertas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .President
Mrs. Mayra Rivera-Vázquez . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary
Mr. Héctor A. López-Irizarry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director
Dr. Margarita Velázquez-Cosme. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Director
Mr. Ángel R. Serrano-Hernández. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director
Dr. Ruth Reyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Director
Mrs. Luz Batista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director
ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL
Edwin Ramos-Rivera
BA, University of Puerto Rico
JD, Interamerican University of PR
President
María del Mar López-Avilés
BBA, University of Puerto Rico
MBA, Interamerican University of PR
Vice-President
Rubén Hernández-Rosario
MA, University of Puerto Rico
Dean of Academic Services
Nilda González-Méndez
Assistant Dean for Non Traditional
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Eva L. Vega-Martínez
Dean of Student Services
Carmen Y. Rosario-Vega
BSS, University of Puerto Rico
MBA, Universidad del Turabo
Assistant Dean of Student
Services
María V. Ramírez
GA, Huertas Junior College
Student Services Assistant
Camille Lamboy-Díaz
MA, Metropolitan University
Dean of Administrative and Fiscal
Services
Ivelys Rosa-Loiz
BA, Universidad del Turabo
Assistant Dean of
Administrative and Fiscal Services
Celestino Cruz-Guzmán
Director of Finance and Federal
Funds
Wilfredo Rivera
Accounting and Payroll Assistant
Annette Dávila-Santos
BS, University of Puerto Rico
Fiscal Officer
Paulina Rodríguez-Santiago
BA, Pontifical Catholic University
Accounting Assistant
Raúl Hernández-Rodríguez
BA, Interamerican University of PR
JD, Interamerican University of PR
Compliance Officer
Amarillys García-Acosta
Planning and Development Director
MA, Caribbean Center of Postgraduate Studies
Myrna Lebrón-López
Extension and Continued Education
Coordinator
Yaritzabel Rivera
Extension and Continued Education
Assistant
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Saraí González-Berríos
MA, University of Phoenix
Human Resources Director
Leslie Guzmán-Rodríguez
AD, Huertas Junior College
BBA, Universidad del Turabo
Human Resources Assistant
Carmen Gutiérrez
Human Resources Auxiliary
Amarilis López-Judice
MBA, Interamerican University of PR
Marketing and Publicity Coordinator
David Acevedo-Pérez
MA, New York University
Evening Session Director
Marcelino Colón-Colón
MA, Interamerican University of PR
Ph. D., Interamerican University of PR
Orientation and Retention Director
Evelyn Cotto-Padró
MA, Interamerican University of PR
Counselor
María S. Ortiz-Rivera
Counselor
Carmen Cardona-Gómez
BA, Universidad del Sagrado Corazón
Counselor of the Evening Session
Bárbara Hassim-López
Admissions Director
William Maldonado-Claudio
MACR, University of Puerto Rico
Admissions Officer
Felipe Rodríguez-Alicea
Admissions Officer
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Oscar Correa-Gómez
BA, Columbia College
Admissions Officer
Raymond Díaz-Martínez
Admissions Officer
Maribel Contreras-Velázquez
BSS, University of Puerto Rico
Placement and Entrepreneurship
Director
Verónica Ruiz-Contreras
Placement Coordinator
Wanda I. Ortiz-Aponte
Financial Aid Director
Marisol Hernández-Figueroa
Financial Aid Representative
Vanessa González-Alicea
Ámber Velázquez-Carrión
Amarilys Bernardy-Laboy
Mireya Medina-Muñoz
Rosalina Montañez-Ortiz
Vault
Juan Carlos Martínez
Information Systems Director
Adan Correa-Vega
Information Systems Technician
Ángel Nieves-Ortiz
Information Systems Technician
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José Santiago-Martínez
BS, University of Puerto Rico
Campus Vue Administrator/ Web
Master
Glenda L. Pérez-Lozada
BSS, Universidad del Turabo
MIS, University of Puerto Rico
Learning Resources Center Director
Sergio A. Rodríguez-Sosa
MLS, University of Puerto Rico
Cataloguing Librarian
Luz E. Serrano-Vázquez
MLS, University of Puerto Rico
Library Assistant
Magazine Section
Ramonita Flores-Roldán
Reference Librarian
Sheila A. González-Montañez
Auxiliary Librarian
Rosa E. Rivera-Torres
AD, University of Puerto Rico
BA, Central University of Bayamón
Audiovisual Technician
Krishna Márquez-Escalona
Registrar
Michelle Pagán-Serrano
Registrar Representative I
Wanda I. Rosario-Pereira
Registrar Representative II
Carmen I. Ramos-Martínez
Registrar Representative/Vault
Marilyn Olmeda
Registrar Representative
Alexander Torres-Velázquez
AD, University of Puerto Rico
Bookstore Technician
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Jennifer Vélez
Bookstore Technician
Alma Hernández-Peña
BA, University of PR, Cayey Campus
Purchasing Officer
Daisy Malavé-Álvarez
BSS, Universidad del Turabo
Administrative Assistant
Mercedes Rivera-Rodríguez
BBA, Interamerican University of PR
Moraima León-Alvarado
Zaida Marcano-Martínez
AD, Caguas City College
Lydia E. Estrada-Flores
Glorybelle Andino-Álvarez
Liz M. Mejías-Sánchez
Maribel Rodríguez-Ocasio
Yahaira Resto-Morales
Reception Assistant
Farrah Escribano-Fontánez
Evening Receptionist
Andrea Galán-Montalvo
Bursar Representative I
Mariliz Pérez-Izquierdo
Bursar Representative I
Jerimeth Carrión
Bursar Coordinator
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Anel Román-Negrón
Health Services Coordinator
Jovita Fontánez-Nieves
MA, Phoenix University, PR
Skills Development Center
Coordinator
Rafael Planas-Rolón
Chauffeur and Messenger
MAINTENANCE
Ida Arroyo-Molino
Brígido Calderón-Concepción
José E. Carrión-Arroyo
Federico Castro-Oyola
Víctor M. Félix-Torres
Eva González-Cabezudo
José Guzmán-Rodríguez
Olga Robles-Guzmán
Juan R. Rodríguez-González
Luis Vergara-Rivera
Orlando Nieves (handyman)
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HISTORICAL OVERVIEW
Huertas Junior College developed after the Secretarial High School was founded in
1945, which operated with a license from the Department of Education of Puerto
Rico. At that time, Mr. Juan Huertas Torres received a recommendation to organize
an institution that could satisfy the aspirations of many people who wanted to obtain
a business education that would help them form part of the workforce and improve
their financial situation which characterized those times. Since its founding, the
Institution has offered courses at the postsecondary level.
The development of the educational institution followed. From the moment of its
establishment, the Institution was founded on the value of an idea and on the
serious commitment of an excellent educator. In 1969, the Institution was
incorporated in the Puerto Rico State Department. In 1976, the name was changed
to Huertas Business College and the curricular offerings increased. This same year,
the Institution was accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Association of
Independent Colleges and Schools (AICS).
In 1978, the Puerto Rico Council on General Education awarded the Institution an
authorization to offer postsecondary technical courses that are not considered as
college courses. The Puerto Rico Council on Higher Education authorized the
Institution to offer associate degrees in the business administration field in 1980, and
in 1985, the College celebrated its 40th anniversary and changed its name to
Huertas Junior College. In 2006, the Institution received accreditation from the
Middle State Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
Huertas Junior College has been portrayed as an institution that responds to the
challenges of new times. This ability has helped the Institution evolve and has
fostered the increase of its academic offerings which are congruent with the
demands of a dynamic Puerto Rico. Moving from offering only business education
curricula, the Institution has projected itself to the future by offering study programs
in the technical and health related fields.
VISION AND MISSION
The vision of the Institution is the following: Be an educational institution with
excellence in teaching and service for the development of its members’ abilities for
the benefit of the community.
The mission of the Institution is to facilitate the acquisition and development of
intellectual, technical, and humanistic skills to individuals from different population
sectors for the formation of a whole and productive individual facing the demands of
the job world in a changing society. This mission is achieved through the offering of
quality programs and excellence at the postsecondary level and college level in
business administration, technology, and health as well as through continuous
education. The Institution maintains an open door policy of admissions and it
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incorporates emerging technologies and procedures in providing an agile and
personalized service.
PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES
The fundamental purpose of Huertas Junior College is to prepare and develop a
whole individual who can compete effectively in the job market. The curricular
offerings are aligned with the institutional rationale for existence. As a result, the
Institution is aimed toward satisfying the needs of the occupational market.
Huertas Junior College is committed to providing a quality teaching and learning
process. Therefore, the Institution demonstrates complete awareness of the
importance of the teaching process and of incorporating new concepts and
technologies in the daily activities carried out in classrooms and laboratories.
In synthesis, the Institution has adopted the term “Community College” and as such,
its activities are geared toward satisfying the needs of the community. The College
exists as a live, dynamic and innovated entity which embraces the hopes of a
modern and competitive Puerto Rico. The College exists to make its mission real by
attaining the following goals and objectives:
Goals
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Provide academic programs and services in the business administration,
technical, and health related fields.
Provide academic services for traditional and non traditional students who qualify
for pursuing postsecondary, associate and continuous education level studies.
Develop knowledge and skills in general education, as well as in the specific
fields of study.
Foster a positive attitude and ethical values for the personal and professional
development of the student that are essential in the job world and in society.
Offer programs or courses in flexible schedules and terms.
Foster among the different institutional components the importance of excellence
in the teaching and learning process and in the rendering of services.
Motivate al the institutional components so they acquire lifelong learning skills
through technological and traditional methods.
Offer the members of the community access to institutional facilities and services
to improve learning and quality of life.
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Provide educational opportunities to youths and adults who desire to attain a
short career or an associate degree in the business, technical or health fields
while maintaining a flexible admissions policy.
Provide academic programs that are in demand in the occupational world.
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Develop knowledge and skills in specialized areas that are complemented with
the foundations of general education.
Provide the students with an integral education by developing a positive attitude
toward their individual growth, self-awareness as members of society, and as
useful individuals within the occupational world.
Broaden students’ skills through training in using and managing library resources
adequately.
Offer short term courses in nonconventional schedules aligned with the needs of
continuous education.
Serve as a center for professional growth to multiple community groups who
represent a productive society who strive to attain higher levels of competence.
Develop full awareness among the faculty of the importance of delivering
effective teaching process aligned with the requirements of the current and future
demands of the job market.
Foster a sense of commitment with excellence in academia and in rendering of
services among the different institutional components.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES
Huertas Junior College is located in three buildings between State Road 189 in
direction of Gurabo from Caguas and 41 and 49 Héctor R. Bunker Street in the city
of Caguas. The Institution occupies approximately 3.5 acres.
Building #1 (Academic Building) houses:
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Office of the Dean of Academic Services
Office of the Assistant Dean for Non Traditional Learning
Administrative Offices
Classrooms
Faculty Lounge
Professors’ and Coordinators’ Offices
Laboratories for the following programs: Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant,
Health Information Management Technician, Respiratory Care Therapy and
Nursing.
Skill Development Center
Faculty parking lot
Building #2 is the main building and it has the following facilities:
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Classrooms
Laboratories for the following programs: Computer Sciences, Informatics
Technology, Graphic Design, Computer Aided Drafting, Electricity, Refrigeration
and Air Conditioning, Electronics, Office Systems and Computer Repair.
Information Systems Center
Health Services Center
Learning Resources Center
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Office of the Dean of Student Services
Office of the Assistant to the Dean of Student Services
Office of Admissions
Orientation, Counseling, and Retention
Financial Aid and Bursar Office
Office of the Registrar
Activities Room
Office of the Director of the Evening Session
Office of the Administrative and Fiscal Dean
Office of the Assistant to the Dean of Administrative and Fiscal Services
Office of the Vice President
Students’ and management employees’ parking lot
Physical Training Laboratories
Therapeutic Massage Classrooms
Building #3 (President’s Office) located on #17 José Villares Avenue houses the
following facilities:
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Office of the President
Office of the President of the Board of Directors
Office of the Finance and Federal Funds Director
Accounting and Finance Office
Human Resources Office
Office of the Planning and Development Director
Placement and Entrepreneurship Center
Nursing Room
Lunch Room
Conference Room
Office of the Extension and Continued Education Coordinator
Office of the Compliance Officer
Office of the Resident Engineer
Document Storage Center
Office of the Marketing and Publicity Coordinator
Huertas Junior College has a Head Start Center located at #11Doctor Quiñonez
Development and in the building next to it.
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LICENSES AND ACCREDITATION
The Puerto Rico Council on Higher Education and the Puerto Rico Council on
General Education have provided the Institution with the corresponding licenses to
operate.
Huertas Junior College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher
Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, (267) 284-5000. Middle
States Commission on Higher Education is recognized by the Secretary of
Education of the United States and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
The Associate Degree in Technology in Health Information Management holds the
accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and
Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERSHIP TO ASSOCIATIONS OR ORGANIZATIONS
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American Management Association (AMA)
Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information
Management Education (CAHIIM)
Association of College Research Libraries of the Caribbean (ACURIL – Spanish
acronym)
Puerto Rico Manufacturers Association (AIPR – Spanish acronym)
Association of Private Education of Puerto Rico (AEPPR – Spanish acronym)
National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA)
Puerto Rico Association of Registrars and Admissions Officers (PRACRAO –
Spanish acronym)
American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers
(AACRAO)
Career College Association (CCA)
Association of Librarians of Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico Association of Students Financial Aid Administrators (PRASFAA)
Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
The College Entrance Examination Board- Office of Puerto Rico (CEEB-PR)
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development International (ASCD)
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development of Puerto Rico
(PRASCD)
National Association of College & University Business Officers (NABUCO)
Association of Institutional Research (AIR)
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Futuros, Inc.
Hispanic Educational Technology Services (HETS)
INTECO
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ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS
The Institution has made articulation agreements with other educational institutions
inside and outside of Puerto Rico. The purpose is to facilitate the transfer of our
students in associate degree programs to bachelor degree programs. With these
agreements both institutions establish the terms and conditions under which the
university offering the bachelor degree program will accept the validation of the
courses approved at our Institution. Interested students must visit the Office of
Counsel and Retention to learn about participating institutions and programs.
LAWS, REGULATIONS, AND POLICIES
The laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and those federal statutes applicable
to the island govern the Huertas Junior College. The Institution utilizes the following
regulations for its operation: Corporate Statutes, Faculty Manual, Non-teaching
Personnel Manual, Institutional Policies Manual, Catalogue, circulars, executive
orders and manuals from various dependencies.
As administrator of federal and state funds, Huertas Junior College is obliged by law
to comply with all active regulation and particularly with the following:
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Privacy Rights for Parents and Students Act of 1974
The Privacy Rights for Parents and Students of 1974 (Family Educational Rights
and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended by the Buckley Amendment) regulates
indiscriminated access to student records. It requires that the Institution maintain
the records private and confidential; nonetheless, it allows access to the student.
The students may authorize in writing third parties to have access to their
records.
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Title IX of the Amendment to the Education Act of 1972
This Act prohibits discrimination based on sex against students and employees.
It includes areas such as admissions, access to programs of study, counseling,
physical education, financial aid, extracurricular activities, and employment.
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Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
This Act prohibits discrimination based on physical or mental disability. It
stipulates that institutions will make their programs of study accessible to people
with physical or mental disability.
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1989 Amendment to Maintain Schools and Communities Free from Drugs
and Alcohol
This regulation requires that educational institutions implement a program to give
services and counsel with relation to the use of drugs and abuse of alcohol. In
addition to complying with this requirement, Huertas Junior College has adopted
a norm that prohibits the consumption of drugs and alcohol in any property of the
Institution.
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Sexual Harassment Laws
These laws prohibit sexual harassment in the workplace and in educational
institutions. Any educational organization must implement policy to establish the
procedures to follow in case of a violation of these laws. Huertas Junior College,
knowledgeable of its duties as a vehicle for educational and social improvement,
has become a contributor and spokesperson of these regulations and stays
aware about their implementation and compliance in relation to its workforce and
student body.
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Public Law No. 186 of September 1, 2006
Pubic Law No. 186 of September 1, 2006, establishes certain prohibitions to the
use of the Social Security number as identification of students and empowers the
Puerto Rico Council on Higher Education (PRCHE) to require the higher
education institutions to provide certification about fulfillment of its dispositions
and to impose administrative fines for non-compliance.
POLICIES
INSTITUTIONAL POLICY FOR KEEPING THE SCHOOL FREE FROM DRUGS AND
ALCOHOL
Huertas Junior College in its interest of keeping a study environment that supports
the teaching and learning process has established a policy on drugs and alcohol.
This policy is based in the Schools and Communities Free from Drugs Act of 1989
(Public Law No. 101-226) and the Internal Regulation of the Department of Defense
of the Unites States of America.
The use, handling, or distribution of controlled substances, as well as the consume
of alcohol in school’s properties, will be, considered illegal behavior and will lead to
the sanctions stipulated in the Institutional Policy for Keeping the School Free from
Drugs and Alcohol, Faculty Manual, and the Non-Teaching Personnel Manual.
The institutional interest related to this subject is to guarantee, in some possible
manner, a work and study environment free from controlled substances that favors
the most adequate and efficient utilization of the School’s resources. Huertas Junior
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College hopes that all employees and students enjoy an institution free from the
influences of controlled substances. To achieve this, the Institution provides a
counseling program targeted to prevention and help people with problems of use
and abuse of controlled substances in accordance with applicable state and federal
laws and regulations.
The primary objective of the Institution is to provide the school’s community a
mechanism to prevent and heed the use of drugs and alcohol. The Institution
advises the entire school’s community to truthfully comply with this policy. Also, if it
were necessary, the school’s community is advised to utilize the counseling
programs in order to avoid further disciplinary measures applicable to those who do
not comply.
The prohibitions expressed in the policy apply to all actions performed inside the
school’s properties. Likewise, to all student events officially sponsored by the
Institution taking place outside the school’s premises. Moreover, the use, abuse, or
possession of controlled substances influences the eligibility for federal aid.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY AND GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
Sexual harassment in the workplace and academia is an illegal and discriminatory
practice, outside the best institutional interests, which should not be allowed, regardless
of rank or position of persons who may be involved. Sexual harassment is a prohibited
conduct and might have legal implications. This practice affects the individual's selfesteem and may have a negative impact on the performance of their duties and
responsibilities in the workplace or in the classroom. Under no circumstances will any
person engage in conduct that directly or indirectly creates a work, administrative, or
academic environment plagued with sexual harassment in any of its forms. In the
application of this institutional policy it must be borne in mind that:
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Sexual harassment may be configured between persons of the same and
opposite sex.
No person in this Institution is obliged to allow, accept, undergo or tolerate
actions or insinuations of sexual nature that are not consented.
As defined by law, sexual harassment consist in any type of unwelcomed sexual
behavior, requirement of sexual favors, or any other verbal or physical conduct of
sexual nature, when present in one or more of these circumstances:
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When subjected to such conduct it becomes for a person an implicit term or
condition of employment or study environment.
When submission or rejection of such conduct by the person becomes a
basis for making decisions in the workplace or in a student’s academic
assessment.
When such conduct has the effect or purpose of unreasonably interfering with
the work or academic performance of that person or when it creates an
intimidating, hostile and offensive work or study environment.
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Disciplinary sanctions applicable to students or employees who engage in sexual
harassment are incorporated in the Policy against Sexual Harassment and Procedures
to Address Complaints (Rev. June 2004).
COPYRIGHT POLICY
The approved institutional policies inform the school’s community about the
application of copyright laws, specifically those pertaining to the Federal Copyright
Act, which protects these copyrights against all kinds of work, perpetuated through
any means of tangible communication. This protection extends to works of
literature, musicals, drama, pantomime, graphic, film, architectural, and computer
programs or any other electronic means.
The exclusive right to reproduction of a title-holder to a particular work is among the
prominent copyrights subject to protection under the Federal Copyright Act.
This topic is also legislated in Puerto Rico through the Law of Intellectual Property
(31 LPRA §1401, et seq.) The Federal Act preempts this field in relation to
patrimonial copyrights.
Huertas Junior College reaffirms the strict compliance of every applicable legal
disposition in this topic, both the Federal Act and the State legislation, and is
committed in take all necessary and prudent measures so its employees or students
infringe these laws.
INSTITUTIONAL REGULATIONS
ADMISSIONS POLICY
Huertas Junior College caters to every person who decides to achieve its academic
goals and build a career that allows improvement as a person and as a professional.
The Institution imposes an open-door policy that allows access to any prospect that
demonstrates genuine interest in completing post-secondary studies. These
prospects must comply with every admission criterion established in the latest
Institution’s Catalogue.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
NEW STUDENTS
Every person that applies for admission to Huertas Junior College must comply with
the following requirements:
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Graduated from high school or its equivalent.
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Completed the Application for Admission and pay the non-refundable application
fee.
Prospective students under 21 years of age must render an original
Immunization Certificate or the equivalent (PVAC-3.) The Extended Functions
Program requires evidence of three doses of Hepatitis-B vaccine.
Submit an official high school credit transcript. In those cases where the
academic file cannot be recovered, the admitted candidate must render an
original certification from the high school or from the Department of Education
indicating the reasons for denying the student an original copy of high school
transcripts or through a signed attestation by the student. Transfer students
must submit an official credit transcript from the previous institution as evidence
of completion of high school.
Students that have completed the equivalency examination (Law 188) must
submit an original certification and a copy. The Office of Admissions will keep
the copy and certify as a faithful and reliable copy.
Home-schooled students must submit evidence of completion of a program of
studies equivalent to graduating from high school in Puerto Rico. The
Department of Education of Puerto Rico must approve this high school
equivalency. The student must possess a minimum admission index of 800.
This index is calculated based on the results of the College Board examination
and an equivalency of the high school academic average.
Every Associate Degree student that is in the process of admission with a high
school academic average or the Equivalency Examination (Law 188) of 1.60 to
2.49 or an extension for pending documentation (credit transcript) will take a
Diagnostic Test to detect academic needs. The student that obtains a score
lower than 70% will have included in its curriculum the Laboratory of Skills of the
Center for Skills Development.
Every student that is admitted with a high school academic average of 1.59 or
lower will be automatically included within the component of skills of the Center
for Skills Development.
REENTRY STUDENTS
Every student that completes a program and is interested in entering another will be
considered a readmission student. The applicant must fill the application provided
for such in the Office of the Registrar and pay the Readmission Fee in the Bursar
Office. This fee is non-refundable.
READMISSION STUDENTS
Every student that interrupts studies for one or more semesters and aspires to
continue them will be considered a readmission student.
The Counseling and
Retention Office personnel must evaluate the candidate to determine the students
Satisfactory Academic Progress. The student must complete the application form
provided for such in the Office of the Registrar and pay the Readmission Fee. This
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fee is non-refundable. A student suspended for academic deficiency will not have to
pay readmission rights fees once the suspension term is finalized.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
Those students who have completed courses in other duly authorized and
accredited institutions or universities will be considered transfer students.
Transfer students must comply with the same admission requirements as a new
student. Moreover, transfer students must submit an official credit transcript from
their previous institutions to validate previous coursework. The transfer students
with an approved post-secondary degree from another institution will not be required
a high school credit transcript. The credit transcript form the previous institution
must show that the transfer student graduated high school.
TRANSFER OF CREDITS POLICY AND CRITERIA
TRANSFER
Every applicant who has studied at an accredited post-secondary institution will be
considered a transfer student. The Institution has articulation agreements with
various universities and the courses to be accredited have already been
established. Those interested in validating credits must comply with the following
requirements:
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Manifest interest in the Office of Admissions and make constancy in the
application for admission.
Submit a credit transcript from the previous institution. A student copy will be
accepted for preliminary evaluation.
The maximum number of credits validated through transfer is a 40%.
Notwithstanding, the student must approve 50% of the concentration courses in
the Institution.
The courses that will be validated will be equivalent in content to those offered at
our Institution and approved with a grade of C or better, or its equivalent in
percentage. The value of the credit transferred must be the same or higher to
the one validated. Notwithstanding, during the validating process, the person in
charge can execute its professional judgment in determining the equivalency.
The student will sign the validation of credits and will receive an unofficial copy.
The Bursars Office will proceed to make corresponding charges in the electronic
student file.
The validation will not become official until the Institution receives via mail the
official transcript from the previous institution and the Registrar validates the
document.
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ACCREDITATION FOR PRIOR LEARNING
The evaluation of prior learning is the systematic process through which it is
identified, documented, and recognized knowledge obtained by the student through
means other than formal university coursework; but equivalent to university level
courses. A professor of the Institution who specializes in that field completes the
evaluation.
In order to grant university credit the professor evaluates the
documentation, interviews the student and may request the execution of those
required skills as a demonstration of proficiency. To apply for portfolio evaluation it
is a requirement that the student possess a minimum of three years of related work
experience. Approved courses through this process will be registered in the
transcript as AP credits.
PROCEDURE:
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The student indicates to the Office of Admissions its interest in applying for Prior
Experience Accreditation (work experience).
Admissions personnel will provide the student with the Accreditation for Prior
Knowledge Form.
The Assistant Dean of Student Affairs interviews the candidate and requests the
documentation. The valid documents for accreditation, as applicable, are as
follows:
- Certification of employment that evidences time and functions in the position
- Copy of the Job Description document
- Copy of the evaluations made by supervisors
- Evidence of professional development (Portfolio, Certificates of Attendance,
Licenses, and others)
- Letter of Recommendation (2)
The candidate will submit the required documentation to the Assistant Dean of
Student Affairs.
The Assistant Dean of Student Affairs will request the field specialist the
corresponding evaluation of the documents.
The Assistant Dean of Student Affairs will notify the candidate the
recommendation made by the specialist.
The Dean of Academic Affairs certifies the recommendation from the field
specialist.
The Bursars Office will proceed to make the corresponding charges to the
student’s electronic file.
The Registrar will proceed to register the courses accredited in exchange of prior
work experience in the student’s electronic file with an Approve grade (AP.)
The Assistant Dean of Student Affairs will notify the candidate the final decision.
CREDIT FOR CHALLENGE EXAMINATIONS
The purpose of Challenge Tests is to validate the student’s level of dominance of a
certain field that is the equivalent of a Huertas Junior College course. The
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Challenge Tests are designed by a faculty member specialized in the field. The
student must interview with the assigned personnel of the Academic Services Office
to prove the previous knowledge of the subject matter. As a requirement, the
student must be enrolled in the Institution and must not have taken the course
previously. The test may only be taken once.
PROCEDURE:
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The student notifies the Office of Academic Services its interest in applying for a
Challenge Test.
The personnel of the Office of Academic Services deliver the student the
Application for Challenge Test Form.
The personnel of the Office of Academic Services provide the candidate an
outline of the subjects to be covered in the test.
The personnel of the Office of Academic Services coordinates with the faculty the
date for the administration and correction of the test.
The personnel of the Office of Academic Services notify the student the test date.
The personnel of the Office of Academic Services, once the student takes the
test, informs the result.
The Bursars Office proceeds to make the corresponding charges in the student’s
electronic file.
The test must be approved with the established minimum execution point (MEP.)
The Registrar Office personnel will register in the student’s electronic file the
approved passing grade (AP.)
CLEP TESTS (“COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATION PROGRAM”)
Huertas Junior College recognizes previous knowledge demonstrated with the CLEP
tests. The student must have approved the test with the required score and the
content must be equivalent to the course offered in the Institution. The student must
submit the official results of the test. The Bursars Office will proceed to make
corresponding charged in the student’s electronic file.
MILITARY COURSES
Huertas Junior College receives and complies with the benefits granted under the
Higher Education ACT (HEA) to the members of the armed forces or veterans and
their families.
The members of the armed forces and veterans may obtain credit for courses taken
in military service. The courses taken must correlate with the content of the courses
offered in the selected program of study at Huertas Junior College.
Recommendations from the American Council on Education will be utilized for the
evaluation. The student must submit an official military transcript. The evaluation
will be treated as an evaluation of transfer credit. This process applies only to
Associate Degree Programs or Programs previously permitted by the Institution.
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The Bursars Office will proceed to make corresponding charges in the student’s
electronic file.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES
Huertas Junior College grants credit to those students who have approved the
Advanced Placement Program tests. College level courses and tests are offered
and administered at the high schools. Huertas Junior College will grant credit to
those students who obtain a score of three, four, or five in the Spanish, English, and
Mathematics courses. The maximum credits to be conferred will be fifteen (15).
The student’s academic file will show the grade of approved (AP).
ENROLLMENT
STUDENTS WHO OWE DOCUMENTS
The students classified as such will be considered regular students of the Institution
will all the rights and duties associated with such, this because this condition is used
solely as means of classification and control. The reasons for considering an
extension are the following:
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Must not have submitted any required document, but it is in the process to be
received. The student will sign the extension, which extends for a period of
twenty days (starting from the first day of class) to submit the required
documents to the Office of Admissions.
The Office of the Registrar will proceed to cancel the tuition of the student once
the extension conferred by the Office of Admission expires. The Bursars Office
will apply a charge for the cancellation of the tuition, which may not be paid for by
financial aid. The students who do not render the required documents to the
Office of Financial Aid and continue attending class will be classified as on their
own.
The student will complete the application for Pell Grant before the official enrollment
process, in cases of candidates interested in paying for their studies with federal aid.
The application may be completed in accordance with the counseling from the
personnel at the Office of Financial Aid.
EXTENDED ENROLLMENT
This is an authorization to enroll in the courses offered by the Institution when the
student does not aspire to obtain a degree or diploma. A copy of the student’s high
school diploma or a transcript of college level courses is required. These students
may not utilize Title IV funds. Suspended students due to incompliance with the
Policy for Satisfactory Academic Progress may enroll under the status of extended
enrollment. Credits in extended enrollment are taken in consideration during the
evaluation of the student’s satisfactory academic progress.
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CHANGE OF PROGRAM OF STUDY
Every student who started in a program and requests a change must comply with
the following procedure:
PROCEDURE:
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Interview with a Counselor and verify the Satisfactory Academic Progress status.
The Counselor will determine the number of credits to be considered towards the
new program.
Submit an application to the Counseling and Retention Office, once the semester
in course is finalized.
The Bursars Office will proceed to make the corresponding charges in the
student’s electronic file.
The student processes the Application for Change of Program to the Office of the
Registrar and will enroll in the selected program.
The students who have executed two consecutive withdrawals from the same
program will not be authorized to change program. Two or more changes of
program will not be authorized within the same academic year. The grades obtained
in the common courses with another program will be taken in consideration for the
student’s Satisfactory Academic Progress.
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TUITION RIGHTS, FEES, AND OTHER CHARGES
Tuition Rights (per semester)
Associate degrees, certificate programs, and diplomas:
12 or more credits
9-11 credits
6-8 credits
5 or less credits
$2,690
$2,018
$1,345
$ 160 per credit
Fees and Other Charges
Application Fee …….…………………………………
Readmission Fee.........................................................
Reclassification Fee………………………………… ......
Late Tuition ..................................................................
Credit Transcript Application........................................
Full Withdrawal ............................................................
Removal of Incompletes ..............................................
Graduation Fee............................................................
Tuition Cancelation ......................................................
Changes to Class Schedule ........................................
Duplicates of Documents and Certificates ..................
Change of Program of Study .......................................
Semester’s Practice Insurance ....................................
Medical Malpractice Insurance* ...................................
Credit Validation (Transfer courses,
CLEP Exams, Military Courses, Practice Hours) ................
Challenge Exam ..........................................................
Accreditation for Previous Experience .........................
Duplicate of ID Card………………… ...........................
Extended Function Certificate Fee ..............................
$25.00
25.00
25.00
10.00
2.00
50.00
20.00
55.00
50.00
2.00 (each)
2.00
20.00
8.00
20.00*
50.00
50.00
25.00 (per credit)
6.00
25.00
*subject to cost of annual insurance
When a student does not receive financial aid, the cost of study per semester must be paid in advance
during the enrollment process. Notwithstanding, the Institution allows that the student bears the cost of
study per semester in three installments payable during the first week of each month. In the same way to
those amounts owed after being credited for the various financial aids to which a student may be eligible.
The tuition cancelation fee cannot be paid for with financial aid. These costs are subject to change based
on the needs of the Institution.
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CLASS ATTENDANCE
Class attendance is compulsory. Due to the nature of the courses offered by the
Institution, timely attendance to class is compulsory. It will entirely be the student’s
responsibility to replenish any assignment due to legitimate absences. If the student
does not attend class after enrollment it may carry a penalty of total or partial
cancellation of tuition and consequently affect the Satisfactory Academic Progress.
Those students enrolled in online courses must maintain continuous contact with
their professor until the course is completed. If the student is enrolled in a combined
course (in person and online), the student must comply with every agreement made
between the professor and the student.
TUITION CANCELLATION POLICY
The student’s tuition may be cancelled under the following circumstances:
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The student does not attend any of its classes and informs the Office of the
Registrar its intent to voluntarily cancel its tuition.
The student does not comply with the deferred debt of documents in the Office of
Admissions.
Professors declared the student as (NR) during the process of Control of
Withdrawals of the Office of the Registrar because the student did not attend any
of the classes. The Office of the Registrar will initiate the process of Total
Cancellation.
Professors declared the student as (NR) during the process of Control of
Withdrawals of the Office of the Registrar because the student did not attend
some particular classes. The Office of the Registrar will proceed with the
process for Partial Cancellation of the course and the Bursars Office will
proceed to make corresponding adjustments to the cost of tuition.
Every student that undergoes the process of total cancellation and desires to return
to study at the Institution will be classified as a new student.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
The student has a right to submit a total or partial withdrawal from the courses
enrolled during the semester. Partial withdrawals will not be authorized in some
technical programs that require 360 hours per semester. The student has a right to
cover the cost of a course with federal financial aid a maximum of two occasions.
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Partial Withdrawal
It is considered a partial withdrawal those cases in which a student requests the
processing of a withdrawal of one or more courses; but continues taking the
remaining courses enrolled. The deadline for submitting partial withdrawals is
published in the Academic Calendar for every term. The student must request the
corresponding form in the Office of the Registrar and return it once the pertinent
authorizations are obtained. The Registrar will process in the system the “W”
(authorized withdrawal) as grade in the student’s academic file. The value in credits
of the course cannot be adjusted in the student’s balance.
Total Withdrawal
It is considered a total withdrawal those cases in which a student requests the
processing of a withdrawal of all courses enrolled. The student must obtain the
required authorizations in the corresponding form and submit it in the Office of the
Registrar in or before the published deadline in the Academic Calendar. The
Registrar will process in the system the “W” (authorized withdrawals) in the student’s
academic file for every course enrolled.
These withdrawals, as official withdrawals, will not affect the student’s grade point
average (GPA); but will be considered towards the attempted and not approved
credits. Notwithstanding, it may affect the Satisfactory Academic Progress.
Administrative Withdrawal (WR)
The administrative withdrawal is given by the Office of the Registrar in particular
situations for students, such as:
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Excessive absences
Disciplinary reasons (WR*)
Student’s death
POLICY FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF TITLE IV FUNDS FOR TOTAL WITHDRAWAL
The Institution has a policy for reimbursement of Title IV funds according to the
requirements of the Federal Department of Education. The policy establishes that
when a recipient of Title IV funds withdrawals from an institution during the payment
period for which the student is enrolled, the Institution must determine the amount of
Title IV funds that the student has earned to the date of withdrawing from the
program. The Title IV funds included in the withdrawal calculation are: subsidized
and non subsidized Stafford Loans, direct loans, Pell Grant, SEOG, and Academic
Competitiveness Grant.
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The date of withdrawal of a student is the date in which the student finalizes the
withdrawal process, as established by the Institution; or when the students provides
the oral or written notification of his intention to not attend further class. If the
student stops attending class without providing official notification to the Institution,
then the date of withdrawal will be midpoint of the established payment period. If the
Institution possessed knowledge that the student has stopped attending class as a
consequence of illness, accident, grave personal loss, or any other circumstance
that extend further the student’s control, the date of withdrawal will be directly related
with those circumstances.
The percentage of Title IV aid earned by the student is equal to the period
completed by the student divided between the total calendar days within the
payment period. It is calculated in the following way:
Number of calendar days completed within the period
Total calendar days within the payment period
When a student has completed 60% or more, then the student has earned 100% of
the Title IV funds.
In the case that the Institution concedes five or more days of recess or the students
has been approved a license to be absent, the total for these days cannot be taken
in consideration towards the denominator in the formula.
If the amount paid is greater than the amount earned, then it will be appropriate to
calculate the portion to be returned to the Institution and the student, if any.
ORDER FOR RETURNING FUNDS
The order for returning funds not earned is the following:
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Unsubsidized FFEL/Direct Stafford Loan
Subsidized FFEL/Direct Stafford Loan
FFEL/Direct PLUS (Parent)
Pell Grant
Academic Competitiveness Grant
FSEOG
Other Title IV Grant Funds
Other state scholarships, private, and institutional
The student
Excluding funds accrued from the Work-Study Program.
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POLICY FOR ABSENCE LICENSE
A student may request a license to be temporarily absent from class in the Institution
up to a maximum of fifteen days per semester. This absence license may be
considered if the following requisites are met:
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Complete the application for Absence License in the Office of the Registrar and
submit it to the Dean of Academic Services, after being oriented in the Office of
Financial Aid.
Present in written form the reason for which the student is obligated to be absent.
This license will be granted only in those cases necessary that includes surgery,
maternity, military training, etc.
Specify the date of return to the Institution and commit to comply with it.
Once the application is approved or denied, the student will be notified for the
faithful compliance of the determination.
This license does not entail costs for the student, but it does require orientation
regarding the effects or consequences in the financial aid from Title IV. If approved,
the Institution is committed to offering the services of tutoring and academic
assistance in the courses for which the student enrolled, once the student reinstates
in the accorded date. Notwithstanding, the student will be responsible for the
subjects covered in class. If the student does not return to the Institution, the date
for the official withdrawal for the semester will be the midpoint of the period enrolled
for which Title IV funds were disbursed (if the Institution can document a later date of
attendance, it may utilize such.) If the application is denied and the student
abandons the Institution, the same norms for official withdrawal will apply, taking in
consideration the last date of attendance, regardless of the date when the student
applied for the license. Veteran benefits will be blocked when an absence license is
granted. Once the student returns to class, he or she may resume enjoying these
benefits.
POLICY FOR THE RETURN OF FUNDS OF THE ASSIGNED PROGRAMS
THROUGH THE PUERTO RICO COUNCIL ON HIGHER EDUCATION
The Institution has a policy for the return of funds of the assigned programs through
the Puerto Rico Council on Higher Education. This policy applies to those students
who request a withdrawal or stop attending class during the semester for which they
enrolled and received aid for the following programs:
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Program for Supplementary Educational Aid
Program for Merit Students Aid (high performance)
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This Policy establishes that if the student reaches 32% of the enrolled period, it will
be eligible to receive 100% of the aid assigned by the Office of Financial Aid,
according to the established requirements for eligibility. If a lower percentage is
completed, the following parameters will be utilized:
PERCENT COMPLETED
PERCENT EARNED
0% to 7.9% --------------------------------- 0%
8% to 15.9% -------------------------------25%
16% to 23.9% -----------------------------50%
24% to 31.9% -----------------------------75%
Like the return of Title IV funds policy, the completed percentage is the one obtained
by dividing the number of calendar days completed by the student by the total
number of days in the semester for which the funds were granted.
CALENDAR AND ACADEMIC YEAR
The Academic Calendar of the Institution is divided in three semesters, each of
fifteen weeks (3.75 months.) The first semester begins in September and ends in
December. The second semester begins in January and ends in April; and the third
begins in May and ends in August. This allows that the student can complete the
program of study in three to six consecutive semesters, as appropriate. The
academic calendar is published every semester. The classes are offered in daily
sessions from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM and evening sessions from 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
There are semester in which courses are scheduled during the weekend, per
request by the students and in which the time allotted may also vary.
The academic year will be any two semesters covering a minimum period of fifteen
weeks per semester, during which the student attempts a minimum of twelve credits
each semester.
ACADEMIC DISPOSITIONS
CREDIT UNIT
The credit unit used is the credit hour.
semester credit hours.
1 credit = 15 conference hours
1 credit = 30 laboratory hours
1 credit = 45 practice hours
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ACADEMIC CREDITS
A full-time program of class is when a student is enrolled in twelve credits or more
per semester. The students accumulate the number of credits officially assigned to
each course.
COURSE SELECTION
Each semester in the classrooms, students receive a module which includes the
corresponding courses for the following semester. Once verified and in agreement
with the curricular sequence of the program, the students will use the module to
complete the enrollment process, whether in person (advanced) or through regular
process. It is necessary to take the courses in the established order and during the
appropriate semester to guarantee the completion of the program within the
established timeframe in the curricular synthesis.
ENROLLMENT AND CHANGES TO THE CLASS SCHEDULE
The Academic Calendar establishes the dates for the enrollment process. The
Office of the Dean of Student Services emits a statement for every enrollment
process in which explains the protocol to be followed. Those students who request
changes in their program will be allowed so during the changes and late enrollment
period. After such period changes in the schedule will not be authorized. Every
change implies a cost to the student.
If a student, after enrolled, merits a change of section for work-scheduling reasons,
must refer to the Office of the Registrar or to the Office of the Dean of Academic
Services to evaluate the case and suggest a course of action.
STUDENT EVALUATION SYSTEM
The Faculty’s Manual establishes that in every course the student will be evaluated
with a minimum of three partial examinations and one final examination. Two of
theses examinations must be offered and informed to the students before the
established date for partial withdrawals each semester.
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GRADING
The grading current grading system is the following:
LETTER
EQUIVALENCY
VALUE
SCALE
A
Excellent
4
3.50-4.00
B
Good
3
2.50-3.49
C
Satisfactory
2
1.60-2.49
D
Deficient
1
0.80-1.59
F
Failed
0
0.00-0.79
Additionally, alternate grades will be established for particular situations.
LETTER
EQUIVALENCY
I
Incomplete – Student did not
complete the requirements for
the course due to justified
reasons
AP
Approved
NP
Course not approved
WR*
Withdrawal for disciplinary
reasons
WR
Administrative withdrawal
W
VALUE
in relation to Satisfactory
Academic Progress (SAP)
It does not affect the grade point
average or the percent until it is
removed before the last day of the
second month of the following
semester for which it was granted.
Value in credits – no effect to the
grade point average.
It must be repeated, no effect to the
grade point average, but it affects
the percentage of hours and credits
attempted and approved to
determine the SAP.
Withdrawal – affects the percentage
of credit hours attempted and
approved.
Withdrawal - affects the percentage
approved to determine SAP.
Official withdrawal
Withdrawal - affects the percentage
approved to determine SAP.
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WF
**
R
NR
T
Withdrawal with penalty
Affects the percentage of credit
hours attempted and approved and
the academic progress. (This grade
is out of use since 1996.)
Repeated
Besides a grade it is indicative of a
repeated course. Affects the
percentage of credits attempted and
approved.
Partial cancellation – student never
reported to the course. Affects the
percentage of credits attempted and
approved.
It does not affect the grade point
average and it is not considered to
determine the SAP.
Never reported
Transfer (courses accredited
from other institutions)
DEFINITION OF TERMS
I
Incomplete – This grade is assigned by a professor, and is considered as a
privilege, to a student who confronts a hardship that justifies absence to the final
examination or to the hand-in date of other work.
The student must
communicate with the professor before submitting the grades to the Office of the
Registrar. The professor evaluates the evidence presented by the student and
determines on its merits. The student must possess a good record of assistance
and satisfactory work in the partial grades. The student must not have been
absent to any partial examination and have other work up to date. The student
will receive a grade of “I” accompanied by the grade computed after assigning an
“F” in the final examination or works not completed. This grade does not have an
effect over the quantitative or qualitative criteria of the Policy for Satisfactory
Academic Progress (SAP). The student will be responsible of removing the
Incomplete at or before the last day of the second month of the following
semester for which it was granted. The student will coordinate with the professor
the removal, after paying the corresponding fees. Incompletes not removed
become the grade that accompanies it. Thereinafter, the grade assigned has
effects for the policy for Satisfactory Academic Progress.
AP
Approved – It is granted in cases where the course does not require a grade. It
entails academic credit, but does not affect the calculation of the GPA. The
courses accredited for experience or approved by challenge examination are
also graded “AP”.
NP
Not Approved – It is granted in cases when the student does not approve the
requirements of a course graded between Approved or Not Approved. It affects
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the percentage of credits attempted and approved.
WR* Administrative Withdrawal for Disciplinary Reasons – It is utilized in cases of
withdrawals due to disciplinary problems by recommendation of the Disciplinary
Committee.
WR
Administrative Withdrawal – This grade is used by recommendation of the
professor or any authorized offices when the student ceases attending a class or
any other justified cause.
W
Official Withdrawal – It is granted for the course in which the student submits an
official withdrawal.
WF
Withdrawal with Penalty – It was granted before 1996, in cases of course
abandonment.
**
Repeated – It means the indicated course was repeated by the student.
NR
Partial Cancellation – It is granted in those cases in which the student does not
attend a class after enrollment. It affects the percentage of credits attempted and
approved.
GRADES REVIEW
Every student who understands that a mistake was committed regarding the grade
received in a course may submit a claim according to the established procedure.
The claim will be submitted in the immediate semester following that in which the
grade was received, regardless of enrollment status.
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The student will verify in the Office of the Registrar the partial and final grade
reported by the professor.
If a mistake is believed, the student will meet with the professor or will fill the form
Grade Review, available in the Office of the Registrar and will submit it in said
office or directly to the Dean of Academic Services.
The Dean of Academic Services will submit the review to the professor, who will
consider and submit evidence of the grades to the Dean of Academic Services,
who then in turn will inform the student the result of the review.
If the change proceeds, the professor will inform it by means of the form for
Change of Grade. The professor will submit it to the Office of the Registrar with
approval from the Dean of Academic Services.
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ACADEMIC INDEX
Grade Point Average (GPA)
It is a numerical value calculated from the total number of honor points and the total
number of accumulated credits by the student in all its academic history with the
Huertas Junior College. This includes every course taken in different institutional
programs that the student may have enrolled. This average is utilized in applying
the Policy for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP.) The SAP is the measure for
academic performance. The total of honor points is divided by the total of credits in
which the student received a grade, including an “F”. For the calculation, different
values are utilized, A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0.
EXAMPLE
COURSE
CREDITS
GRADE
HONOR POINTS
ESP 1021
3
B=3
9
DAC 1181
3
A=4
12
CONT 1051
4
B=3
12
FARM 1123
2
C=2
4
TOTAL – 37
12
Grade Point Average (GPA)
37 ÷ 12 = 3.08 = B
CHANGE OF GRADES
Every professor who commits an involuntary mistake when awarding a grade to a
student, the professor must submit to the Office of the Registrar the form of Change
of Grade with the corresponding justification and authorization for the Dean of
Academic Services. The process must be completed before the end of the semester
following the award of the grade.
REPEATED COURSES
The courses graded with “F” or “NP” must be repeated. In various programs, the
professional or specialty courses require a minimum grade of “C” to be approved, or
they will have to be repeated. The student has a right to cover the cost of the
courses by means of federal funds up to a maximum of two occasions. The cases in
which a course is takes for the third time, the student must defray the cost of the
course. When repeating a course, the highest grade will be utilized in the calculation
of the grade point average; nonetheless the lowest grade remains in the academic
fie with the indication that it was repeated (**).
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POLICY FOR SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP)
The Huertas Junior College, in harmony with its academic norms and the regulation
established by the Federal Department of Education control the norms for the
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) of the students. The purpose of this policy is
to monitor the academic progress of the students while they course their programs o
study at the Institution. Every student of the Huertas Junior College is obliged to
maintain a general average and a percentage of approved credits according with this
policy.
The student that is not in Satisfactory Academic Progress will be classified in
Academic Probation. On the other hand, those students who benefits from Title IV
funding and financial aid from the PRCHE, will cease to receive these if they obtain
a second Academic Probation.
The two elements considered in determining if a student holds a Satisfactory
Academic Progress are the qualitative and quantitative elements.
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Qualitative – the student must maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) according
to the parameters established for its program of study.
Quantitative – the student must approve its credits within a maximum period
stipulated by the Federal Department of Education (150% or 1.5) of the number
of credits for the program of study.
The student is considered to have Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) if both
elements established by this policy are met.
The standards utilized in determining the academic progress include all the periods
(semesters) for which the student has enrolled. Actually, those semesters in which
the student did not receive Title IV funds will also be taken into consideration.
The following definitions are utilized for explaining each one of the elements of this
policy.
Attempted Credits
Attempted credits means all those credits in which a grade of A, B, C, D, F, AP y NP
is received. Also included, the credits in which the student has an Official
Withdrawal (W), an Administrative Withdrawal (WR), or an Administrative
Withdrawal for disciplinary reasons (WR*.)
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Incompletes
The credits that the student obtains a grade accompanies by an Incomplete (I) will
note be considered for the GPA or attempted credits until the Incomplete is
removed. If not removed at or before the second months of the next semester, the
student will be graded with the grade that accompanied the “I” and considered and
an attempted course (if the student obtains and “F” it is not approved.)
Repeated Courses
Repeated courses (**) are counted as credit attempted every time they are repeated.
The grade to be used for calculating the GPA in courses repeated (**) will be the
highest obtained.
Approved Courses
Those courses in which the student obtains a grade of A, B, C, D, AP, and T are
considered approved courses.
Evaluation Period
The Evaluation Period to determine Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) varies
according to the Program of Study in which the student is enrolled.
Evaluation Period per program
Type of Program
Associate Degree
Certificate or
Diploma Program
3 semesters
2 semesters
Administration,
Veterans, Diploma or
Certificate
Evaluation Period
1 2
X
X
Semester
3 4 5
X
X
X X
X X
6
X
Each
additional
semester
X
X
X
X
X
The students who exceed the amount of normally required semesters to complete a
program of study; their program of study will be evaluated each additional semester.
This includes part time students.
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ELEMENTS OF THE SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICY
Qualitative Element- Grade Point Average (GPA)
Every student must comply with the general grade point average required in each
period of evaluation.
This academic average is calculated by taking into
consideration the credit hours taken and grades obtained by the student in the
courses of its Program of Study when the evaluation is made. The grade point
average (GPA) is accumulative and determined in accordance with the progress
established in section 4.10 of this Catalogue. The calculation of the Satisfactory
Academic Progress of a student who changed program will only take into
consideration those previous courses that apply to the new program of study when
the following evaluation is made.
Minimum Grade Point Average per program
Program Type
Minimum Grade Point Average
Required
1
2
Semester
3
4
5
6
Associate
Degree
1.60
Certificate or
Diploma
Program
3 semesters
2 semesters
Administration,
Veterans,
Diploma or
Certificate
1.60
1.80
2.0
2.0
1.60
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
Quantitative Element – Approved Credits in Maximum Timeframe
The Policy established a timeframe in which the student may complete the program
of study. This timeframe will not exceed 150% (1.5) of the amount in credits
established for the program. This timeframe will vary according to the number of
credits required in each program.
During each period of evaluation consideration will be made to the number of
attempted credits versus the number of approved credits. The result will be
compared to the time necessary for the student to complete the program. If the
portion of attempted credits versus approved shows that the student cannot finalize
the program within the remainder of the timeframe, such student does not comply
with the quantitative element of the policy.
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Students with Veteran Affairs Administration Benefits
The students pursuing diploma or certificate programs o who receive benefits from
the Veteran Affairs Administration, will also be obliged to comply with the grade point
averages established by said agency.
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS IN THE SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS
POLICY
First Academic Probation
This is the classification a student who does not comply with the qualitative or
quantitative elements of the Policy of Satisfactory Academic Progress receives in the
first period of evaluation. The First Academic Probation will have a minimum
duration of one semester, during which the student must improve academic
execution. During this period, the student keeps eligibility for Title IV funding.
The Office of Counseling and Retention will follow up the student’s academic
progress during the probation period until the next evaluation period.
Second Academic Probation
Following a first academic probation period, students who are not in Satisfactory
Academic Progress will be placed in a Second Academic Probation period for
another semester. During this Second Academic Probation, the student will not be
eligible to receive Title IV funds and must the student must pay for tuition with
personal funds. If the student abandons its studies and return, this absence period
will not re-establish its eligibility to receive Title IV funding. Eligibility can only be reestablished by overcoming academic deficiencies. The following semester the
student will be evaluated again to determine if these were overcame. If the student
does not improve from the Second Academic Probation, receiving the Diploma will
be at risk even though the student completes the courses in a period exceeding the
established 150%.
Procedure for Appeals
Every student who is applied this policy has the right to appeal the decision to the
satisfactory academic progress committee through the form provided by the Office of
the Registrar. The application must be submitted to the Office of the Registrar within
ten (10) days from the date of notification. The appeal shall contain a statement of
the rationale that supports its request for reconsideration. The Satisfactory Academic
Progress Committee shall be composed of the Dean of Academic Services, Dean of
Student Services, Registrar, Director of the Office of Orientation and Retention and
the Director of the Office of Financial Aid.
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Once the document is received, the Committee will evaluate the application in order
to determine on the merits of the case. All members of the Committee will document
the final decision in form of a signed act within a period of ten (10) days starting from
the original date of appeal.
The student may appeal the Committee’s decision, based in extraordinary
circumstances, before the Vice President within a period of ten (10) days. The Vice
President will have the power to revoke a decision of the Committee according on
the merits of the case. This decision will be made within a period of ten (10) days
after the revision is received.
The reasons for requesting an original appeal must be documented by the student in
written form. Mitigating circumstances will be considered as follows:
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Health conditions
Death of immediate family member
Drastic changes in the student’s financial situation
Serious accident
Natural disasters that affect the student
Other circumstances deemed by the Committee of Satisfactory Academic
Progress that exercise such an adverse effect that is determining to the condition
of the student to comply with its academic labor.
The credits affected by these factors will be eliminated when recalculating the
Satisfactory Academic Progress.
Reinstatement as Students in Academic Satisfactory Progress
The Office of the Registrar will evaluate all the cases that are not in Academic
Progress to determine its reinstallation, respectively. The students who comply with
the parameters of the policy will be reinstated as students with Satisfactory
Academic Progress. Those who were classified in Second Probation may continue
as regular students.
The students who complete the maximum credits allowed (150% or 1.5 of the
number of credits for the program) and do not comply with the parameters of the
policy will be authorized to continue their studies, but will not be provided their
diploma for the degree or certificate. These students will receive a certificate for
having completed the credits of its Program of Study.
HONORS ROLL
The Institution annually recognizes those students who are distinguished by their
academic averages through the installation of the High Honors Roll. The eligible
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student to become a member must be enrolled at the time of the event of
recognition, with a minimum of twenty-four (24) credits approved in the Institution,
and possesses a grade point average of 3.85 or above.
In efforts to motivate the achievement of academic goals, the Office of Financial Aid
will assign recurring financial aid in proportion with its academic load, financial need,
and available funds to those students with a 4.0 GPA. This aid will be granted in the
semester of installation as a student in the High Honors Roll and will have a
maximum duration of three consecutive semesters. The student must maintain a
grade point average of 4.0.
GRADUATION
The Institution is authorized to confer the following credentials once the student
completed the requirements of its program:
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Certificate/Diploma
Associate Degrees
Application for Graduation
The Huertas Junior College provides its students with the mechanisms to complete
the graduation requirements each semester. The academic offerings for each of the
curriculums of the programs of study are design in cyclic form. This means that
when the actions or omissions of the students depart from the institutional cyclic,
failing to take a corresponding course, the student may need to wait for the next
cycle to enroll in that course. This will mean a delay in its academic trajectory
necessary to graduate.
The student must solicit an academic evaluation one semester before the graduation
date to assure that the student complies with the established requirements. During
the semester the student expects to complete the requirements of the program of
study, the student must submit the Application for Graduation no later than the
stipulated date in the academic calendar. This form must be accompanied with
evidence that the corresponding graduating rights were paid. The payment of the
graduation fee covers the cost of the diploma, the attire, and the graduation
ceremony. The assigned personnel from the Office of the Registrar will evaluate
each application and notify in writing those students whose applications were denied
and inform the reason and procedure to follow.
Graduation Requirements
Every candidate to a certificate, diploma, or degree in the Huertas Junior College
must comply with the established requirements at the Institution for those purposes.
The following requirements are established:
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Submit the application for Graduation in the Office of the Registrar within the
established dates in the Academic Calendar during the last semester of studies
for evaluation.
Payment of the graduation rights.
Approve the total credits for the program of study with an average, both general
and of graduation, no lower than 2.0 within the maximum period stipulated in the
Institution’s Policy of Satisfactory Academic Progress.
The student with transfer credit accepted from other institutions must approve in
the Institution a minimum of 60% of the credits required by the program and 50%
of those must be in professional courses (major).
Commencement Acts
The Commencement Acts at the Huertas Junior College are celebrated annually
during the September to December semester. Every certificate, diploma, or
associate degree is granted during this occasion.
The students that comply with all the requirements for graduation during the
September-December, January-April, and May-August semesters prior to the
commencement activities are eligible to participate in them if they have complied
with all the stipulated requirements.
The student has a right to request a Certificate of Graduation upon completion of all
the requirements of its program and has complied with all obligations with the
Institutions. The student must have completed all payments corresponding to the
graduation fee.
Honors and High Honors
The students with a grade point average of 3.85 to 4.00 will graduate with High
Honors. Those students with a grade point average of 3.50 to 3.84 will graduate
with Honors. The grade point average considered will be obtained by the student in
those courses corresponding to the program for which graduation is requested.
Medals
The Institution confers a medal to those students that hold the highest grade point
average in their concentration and are recommended by the Faculty of the program.
The minimum average to confer a medal of this type will be 3.85.
Awards
The Commencement Committee, pending recommendation of the Faculty, will select
the student deserving of the Juan Huertas-Torres Prize. This is considered the
highest distinction granted to a graduating student. This prize is obtained by the
graduating student who is most distinguished by its academic endeavors,
leadership, community service, or projection within the collegial community.
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The Institution also gives special prizes to the graduating students by
recommendation of the Faculty. The categories for these prizes vary according to
the professorate’s recommendation.
STUDENT SERVICES
IDENTIFICATION CARD
Once the student finalizes its official enrollment, it will be provided an institutional
identification card. This card is its official identification as an active student of the
School. The card is not transferable. The student must submit its identification card
to request any service within the Institution or to participate in any activity where the
card is required.
OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR
The Office of the Registrar has the fundamental responsibility to be the custodian of
the totality of the student files and to register in these cases all the information about
grades, documents about admission requirements, and tuitions.
The academic file for each student will be treated with confidentiality and following
the disposed by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. Any
disclosure of respective information will be to the student or person officially
authorized or to other agencies, institution, or companies through written
authorization by the student. Documents will not be issued if the student has a debt
with any dependency of the Institution or has not fulfilled the totality of its obligations
with the Institution.
The Office of the Registrar issues, through student authorization, transcript of
credits, academic evaluations, certificates of study, certificates of attendance, and
any other document related to the student’s academic file.
Academic Records
The Office of the Registrar maintains an academic record for each student and it
includes all the documentation about grades, academic averages, change of grades,
and other admission requirements.
Change of Address Notification
It is the responsibility of each student to maintain current postal address, residential
address, telephone number, and electronic mail in its academic file. This is of vital
importance in case it is necessary to contact the student. Any notification sent to the
address the student notified the Office of the Registrar will be considered valid and
the student will be responsible for it.
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OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID
All students who want to request any type of financial aid to study in the Institution
must visit the Office of Financial Aid to receive orientation about the different
alternatives available. Huertas Junior College administrates and coordinates
financial aid programs sponsored with federal, state, and institutional funds.
All financial aid applicants must comply with the institutional policy regarding drugs,
alcohol, and sexual harassment. If students fail to comply with these expected
behavior policies and regulations, they will lose eligibility.
The Office of Financial Aid will apply the financial aids (FSEOG, PRCHE
Supplementary Aid Program, the institutional scholarship and any other available
funds) according to the students’ academic load.
FEDERAL PELL GRANT PROGRAM
This is financial aid based on student need that allows students to pay for
postsecondary studies. Students apply at www.fafsa.ed.gov and submit documents
(application, financial aids and evidence of income) at the Office of Financial Aid.
All students who can demonstrate financial need based on the parameters
previously established by the United States Congress are candidates to receive this
financial aid. The amount the students receive will depend on the education related
costs, expected family contribution, academic load, and study program.
FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANT (FSEOG)
This aid is for students with exceptional financial need and who have not completed
their first bachelor’s degree. The application is submitted at the Office of Financial
Aid.
FEDERAL WORK STUDY PROGRAM (FWSP)
This is a financial aid program that offers part-time employment for students with
financial needs. Hourly pay will never be less than federal minimum hour salary.
The amount of money students can receive under this program will depend on the
students’ financial need and available funds. The application for this program is
submitted at the Office of Financial Aid.
FEDERAL FAMILY EDUCATION LOAN PROGRAM (FFELP Stafford)
These financial aids are classified as subsidized and unsubsidized. This is a
financial aid program for students in the form of low interest loans guaranteed by the
Federal Government. Contrary to other aids, this money must be reimbursed.
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Undergraduates as well as those who have completed a bachelor’s degree may
apply.
These loans are for paying for academic expenses. Students will begin to pay six (6)
moths after studying, graduating or enrolling less than six (6) credits.
Undergraduates as well as those who have completed a bachelor’s degree qualify
for this loan. The applications to request student loans are available at the Office of
Financial Aid.
FFEL PLUS LOANS
This loan is for students’ parents and post graduate students. Applicants need to
have a good credit history.
CAGUAS MUNICIPALITY GUARANTEE LOAN PROGRAM FOR VOCATIONAL
AND TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT
This is a financial aid program through which the Autonomous Government of the
Caguas Municipality, in coordination with other educational institutions, fosters
vocational and technical development. The Student Loan Guarantee Fund, known
as the Funds, guarantees the loans which are awarded by a private banking
institution. Contrary to other financial aid, these funds must be reimbursed. The
purpose of these loans is to help finance tuition and related expenses. Students
must begin to pay three (3) months after the student completes studies or has
graduated.
Requirements (The student must comply with all of the requirements.):
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Be an US citizen or eligible citizen.
Student must maintain a 2.00 GPA.
Student must have financial need.
Students not eligible to receive Pell Grant funds, who have completed a
bachelor’s degree or whose EFC is greater than “0” will have priority.
Students’ previous loan must not be in default for payment.
The minimum amount of loan is $800 and the maximum is $2,000 (the debt will
be accrued each semester).
The students must be enrolled full time and maintain Satisfactory Academic
Progress.
The student must have completed at least two semester for one year programs
and at least three semesters for two year programs.
The Office of Financial Aid will request from the Registrar a certification of
studies and a copy of the official class program which will be attached to the
guarantee application.
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STATE ASSISTANCE:
PUERTO RICO COUNCIL ON HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRAMS:
SUPPLEMENTARY EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
The purpose of this program is to award supplementary financial aid to students with
financial need. This financial aid supplements other funds the students’ receives
through other programs. Students must be American citizens, have financial need
and maintain satisfactory academic progress.
STUDENTS WITH MERIT PROGRAM
The purpose of this program is to award scholarships for tuition of students with high
academic achievement. The students must be a high school graduate with a
minimum 3.00 GPA. Students must sustain this GPA and comply with all other
eligibility requirements. The requirements are the following: be an American citizen,
have financial need, be enrolled in an authorized academic program, be enrolled in a
regular study program as defined by the federal statutes, and maintain Satisfactory
Academic Progress.
PEDRO MILLAN-RIVERA GRANT
This is grant sponsored by funds assigned by Huertas Junior College. It was
established to honor the memory of a great Puerto Rican writer and journalist.
Students must apply at the beginning of each academic year (September). The
grant is awarded to one (1) student each year.
If a student loan is part of the students’ financial aid, it must be reduced before the
Pedro Millán-Rivera Grant is applied. In the same manner, if the student receives
Pell Grant funds, these must be accredited to their accounts prior to assigning the
Pedro Millán funds. Therefore, the Grant will cover tuition not covered by other
financial assistance in addition to other expenses such as textbooks, materials and
equipment. This grant need not be repaid when the students complete their studies.
PROCEDURE:
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Apply for the grant at the Office of Financial Aid and submit admissions
application to the Institution.
The students should have applied for the Pell Grant and have received approval.
The response to the Pell Grant application must not contain any comments
regarding delinquency.
Submit a letter of recommendation from the school director or counselor.
The student can receive up to $1,500 for an academic year that will be applied to
the tuition balance, textbooks, materials, and other expenses not covered by the
Pell Grant.
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The Counselor at Huertas Junior College will interview the applicants and
recommend candidates to the Office of Financial Aid.
The students must submit to the Bursars Office a list of authorized textbooks,
materials and equipment in order to receive the necessary funds. If the students
have purchased the educational materials, then they will receive the
corresponding reimbursement.
REQUIREMENTS (all must be met):
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High school graduate or have passed the Law 188 Equivalency Test.
Be an US citizen or be a legal resident.
All males must be enlisted in the selective service.
Submit all document required from the Office of Admissions and the Office of
Financial Aid or any other office in the Institution that requires documents before
processing selection.
Applicants must have financial need and a 3.00 high school GPA or higher.
Applicants must be enrolled full time.
Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress as established in the policy adopted by
Huertas Junior College.
INSTITUTIONAL GRANTS
Huertas Junior College has destined part of its profits to establish grant funds for
financially disadvantaged students. The Institution will transfer from its income to an
amount authorized by the Board of Directory and it will be accredited to the student’s
account.
PROCEDURE:
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Submit an application at the Office of Financial Aid when requesting admission to
the College.
The maximum amount a student can receive during an academic year is $600
and the minimum contribution is $300. The amounts will be awarded according
to the student’s official academic load.
Participation of other financial aid will not disqualify the student. However, the
number of grants awarded will be included in calculating financial need and could
affect the student’s eligibility.
The grant will be awarded on the basis of financial need as determined by the
Office of Financial Aid.
To determine the student’s financial aid, the following criteria will consider:
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Family income
Estimated financial need
Total Pell Grant awarded for the year
Educational benefits
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Family contribution
The student, parent or spouse’s other income
Student federal loan
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Have financial need.
The Financial Aid Representative will evaluate and determine the student’s
eligibility according to the established parameters.
Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress according to the policy adopted by
Huertas Junior College. Students who no not comply with policy or with the
norms for conduct will lose eligibility.
HONOR PROGRAM
Each year, the Honor Program at Huertas Junior College provides ten (10) newly
admitted students the opportunity to develop intellectual, technical and human skills
through participation in learning experiences with an interdisciplinary focus. The
Program aspires to accept talented financially disadvantaged students and
recognize their success as motivation for other students. For students who qualify
for Pell Grant funds, the Honor Program will cover the remaining balance after the
Pell Grant funds are allocated to the student’s account. The Institution will pay for all
expenses related to studies for students who do not qualify for the Pell Grant.
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Be a high school graduate.
Have a 3.85 to 4.00 GPA.
Comply with the Admission Application and all the required documentation (credit
transcript and immunization, if applicable).
Pay Admission Fee
Students accepted in the Honor Program must maintain a GPA that ranges
between 3.85 a 4.00.
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Comply with the Admission to the Honor Program Application.
Apply for the Pell Grant.
Submit a personal letter explaining academic goals and interest to study at
Huertas Junior College.
Submit three (3) letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors or religious
leaders.
Interview with the Dean of Student Services or the assigned guidance counselor.
Those students selected will receive notification of acceptance or rejection to the
Program through the mail.
The student will complete the enrollment process.
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The Learning Resources Center will provide the student with a special
identification for students of the Honor Program.
The student will visit the Office of Financial Aid each semester for registration
and award of the grant.
Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)
This grant will be offered to a first year student who graduated from high school after
January 1, 2006 and to a second year student who graduated from high school after
January 1, 2005. A student can receive this aid if the Federal Pell Grant was
awarded and the student still has an uncovered financial need. The student will not
exceed from the financial need.
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Be a US citizen.
Receive the Federal Pell Grant.
Be enrolled full time in a program leading toward an academic degree.
Be enrolled in first or second year of the academic program in a postsecondary
institution that confers two year degrees.
Have satisfactorily completed a rigorous study program at the high school level.
If a first year student, the applicant must not have been enrolled in
postsecondary program.
If a second year student, the applicant should have obtained a 3.00 GPA on a
4.0 scales.
BURSARS OFFICE
The main purpose of the Bursars Office is to collect funds proceeding from tuition,
fees and related charges billed to students. To facilitate the payment process to the
student, a payment commitment form is issued during enrollment in which the
student promises to pay to the Institution in three payments the remaining balance
after all financial aid is awarded. The dates for payments are the first of each month
as specified in the payment commitment form. The office sends communication to
each student monthly as a way to maintain the student informed and remind the
student of the next payment. In addition, the Bursars Office collects charges to the
students for concept of:
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Duplicate of documents and certifications
Credit transcript
Admission, graduation or certification fees
Removal of incompletes
Withdrawals
Portfolio for validation of experience
Transfer of credits
Challenge Tests
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Practice Insurance
Hepatitis B Immunization
However, to receive these services, active, inactive or graduated students must
have complied with all their obligations with the Institution. The fees for these
services will be paid when requesting the services; therefore, they cannot be applied
to the students’ accounts.
Other services rendered to the students from the Bursars Office are:
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Debt certification
Hand out work and study checks
Hand out surplus checks
Hand out student loan checks
ORIENTATION AND RETENTION OFFICE
The efforts of the Orientation and Retention Office are geared toward effectively
attaining the following objectives: facilitate students’ self-knowledge, attitudes,
interests, roles in society, abilities and aptitudes. It is important that the students
understand their academic responsibilities and the impact these have in the context
where they live. Through this process, the students are expected to achieve
significant changes in style and quality of life.
The objective of the office channeled through an intervention model. It is
implemented in five phases seeking to affect, in a scaffold manner, all the student
population. The first two phases are geared toward newly admitted students during
which they learn about the Institution through orientations about institutional
regulations and procedures and services available for students. The second phase,
Learn about Your Program (Conoce tu Programa) exposes the students to all the
occupational requirements of the selected program. The third phase is directed
toward the students’ integration to college life through group orientations for this
purpose. The fourth phase is geared toward individual and group counseling to
work with focus groups or special situations brought forth by students during the
entire process. The fifth phase focuses on providing follow-up to students in focus
groups such as Non Satisfactory Academic Progress and Telephone Counseling,
among others.
The counselors have access to the students’ academic information. This facilitates
their work and rendering of quick and efficient services. In addition, the counselors
use occupational interests tests such as the Cirino Occupational Interests Test and
the Harrington O’Shea with those students who suffer occupational indecision or
who need additional occupational information.
Through the course Academic Seminar, offered during the sixth semester of each
academic program, the students organize all the documents needed to begin the
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preparing for the job search process. The course includes a workshop regarding the
job interview and preparing a professional portfolio. Also, the students are referred
to the Placement Office to see if they qualify for the various job offers from private
and public industries.
The Office also has an area dedicated to vocational and occupational educational
information for counselors, faculty and students. Updated documents such as the
DOT (Dictionary of Occupational Titles), Peterson’s Guide to Four Years Colleges,
brochures form colleges in Puerto Rico and the United States are available.
MENTORING PROGRAM
The Mentoring Program is geared toward newly admitted students as a way to help
them achieve their academic goals, and it also contributes to the students’ retention.
Faculty and Administrative personnel are introduced to the students and offer them
assistance directly as well as the necessary information so the student can adjust
effectively to the Institution. The professor or mentor/guidance counselor meets with
groups of students one hour weekly and engages in activities that provide
information about: services offered at the Institution, visits to industries related to the
fields of their interest, academic progress, and assistance available for any situation
that could affect their academic performance.
STUDENT COUNSELING PROGRAM
This program consists of a group of student counselors who support to students in
their adjustment to college life. The student counselors are duly trained through
workshops, lectures, and other activities. The student counselors are the liaison
between the professor, the students and the counselor. Each of the student
counselors is charged with an academic program and provides follow-up to students
with absenteeism. The student counselors call students, make appointments for
students to come to the office or go to the classroom as a way to process the
referrals to counselor.
PLACEMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTER
The Placement and Entrepreneurship Center integrates services offered by the
Placement Office and the Entrepreneurship Office. Both initiatives are geared
toward offering students and graduates with the opportunity to enter the workforce
as an employee in a company or as an entrepreneur who decides to establish his or
her own business.
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Placement Office
The Placement Office is part of the Placement and Entrepreneurship Center and
plays an important role in the student community, for it responds to need of inserting
the graduate to the workforce. It is responsible for advising enrolled students
regarding job search techniques. This is achieved with the collaboration of office
personnel who offer educational conferences.
Students receive information
regarding the documentation, skills, attitudes, and professional image needed for the
job search.
The Placement Office also works with newly admitted students in each program to
increase retention rates. The strategies and activities used include a presentation
so students understand the variety of employment opportunities they have when
they complete their studies; they participate in conferences with successful
graduates; offer alternatives for part-time employment that will help students reduce
their financial demands and provide opportunities for learning about the industry.
During the last semester of each academic program, the office personnel meets with
graduation candidates referred to the Orientation Office to prepare a list of
candidates to be referred to various job offers. The counselors also provide
guidance about the program and the services provided by the Entrepreneurship
Office. The office personnel coordinates meetings with distinguished community
business leaders at which time the student becomes familiar with current issues of
the entrepreneurial world. The counselors also visit employers in the private and
public sector to promote graduates. As a result, job offers are received and they are
referred to the ideal candidates.
Entrepreneurship Office
The purpose of the Entrepreneurship Office is to satisfy the students’ and graduates’
needs and to develop their entrepreneurial skills. This is achieve through the
Entrepreneurial Program which is designed to provide active students and graduates
with the opportunity to follow global trends toward establishing small businesses
which have become financial pillars in many countries and that help to maintain a
solid structure of direct and indirect jobs. This program has a six (6) week duration
during which the participants receive assistance in preparing their business plan as
they complete the necessary courses that prepare the students to establish their
own business in an area related to their studies. The courses offered in the
Entrepreneurship Program are the following: Introduction to Entrepreneurship,
Search for Financing, Permissions and Insurance, Personal and Business Budget,
Sales and Marketing, Foundations of Accounting, Financial Statements, Foundations
of Personnel Administration, Principles of eCommerce, International Business
Exchange, and Business Planning.
Among the services offered are the following: advising for establishing a business,
specialized courses in Entrepreneurship, workshops on topics of interest for
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businessmen and women, assistance in preparing the business plan, and advising
about financing options among other topics.
Now the Placement and Entrepreneurship Center has created alliances with different
entities that facilitate referring participants for financial evaluation. The following are
among the established alliances: Business and Exportation Company (CCE,
Spanish acronym), Small and Medium Businesses Association (ASOPYMES), and
the Autonomous Municipality of Caguas, specifically, the Secretary of Sustainable
Economical Development that includes the Community Development Bank, the
Promotion and Business Development Office, and the Traditional Urban Center
Office. When the participants complete the Entrepreneurship program, they receive
a certificate that evidences they have completed the program requirements.
SKILL DEVELOPMENT CENTER
The vision of the Skill Development Center is to foster the students’ intellectual
development by providing innovative resources and tools that facilitate the students’
ability to perform college level work. Its mission is to facilitate the students’ acquisition
of basic computer literacy, quantitative, and reading and writing skills in English and
Spanish.
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Facilitate new student’s academic adjustment to college life through the
strategies provided at the Center.
Engage students in innovative learning experiences that facilitate achieving
academic goals.
Provide the students with learning techniques that allow them to increase their
grade point average.
Encourage the student to complete their studies successfully through tutoring in
different disciplines, skill development, and managing computer systems.
Description of Center Components
Tutoring Component
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Individual and group tutoring in Spanish, English and Mathematics.
Academic assistance regarding make-up tests, homework, and special
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Provide students with support in preparing assignments using computer software.
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Administer Diagnostic Tests to candidates during the admissions process.
Provide instructional and programmed modules regarding quantitative, Reading
and writing skills in English and Spanish.
LEARNING RESOUCES CENTER (LRC)
The main objective of the Learning Resources Center (LRC) is to enrich the
students’ intellectual capacity through the use and management of educational
resources according to the institutional mission. The LRC integrates the educational
process through a variety of services, such as: loan of printed and non-printed
information, bibliographical instruction about how to use information sources
adequately, interlibrary loans, identification of resources by topic, advising regarding
the development of manual or electronic bibliographical searches using the Internet,
compact disks and computer catalogue.
All users have access to a printed collection of nearly 10,000 volumes, a video
library and other non-printed resources. These resources are available in Spanish
and English. This collection and other services at the Learning Resources Center
are available for interested members of the community. A collection of brochures
and clippings in the information file increase the collection.
The space occupied by the LRC consists of four divisions: Public Services Division,
Technical Services Division, Audiovisual Division that includes an Evaluation Room
and Electronic Resources Division.
Public Service Division: This section comprises the Reserve, Circulation,
magazines and newspapers, Reference, reading and service of photocopying
sections.
Technical Services Division: This division is charged with processing the
recommendations for purchasing materials and cataloguing them so they are easily
accessible. The Center uses the Library of Congress (LC) computerized method of
classification. The Center has a computerized catalogue available for users that
includes epigraphs.
Audiovisual Division: This division is charged with lending non-printed materials. It
has video recordings, microfilms, laptops, projectors, and cassettes and cassette
players. It includes an area for evaluation of materials.
Electronic Resources Division: This division is in charge of offering remote
communication services through the Internet and in CD Rom format.
The Learning Resources Center opens from 7:30 am – 9:30 pm Monday through
Thursday and from 7:30 am – 3:30 pm on Friday and Saturday.
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INFORMATION SYSTEMS CENTER
The Information Systems Center at Huertas Junior College has the responsibility of
coordinating the installation, configuration, and operation of mechanized systems at
the Institution.
New technology requires updating constantly programs and
applications and the Center responds to this requirement.
The Center offers support to the academic, the faculty, and the administrative offices
while serving as Information Systems Center.
The computer laboratories that respond to the Information Systems Center and
support the teaching and learning processes are:
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Computer Drafting Laboratory – This laboratory has high technology equipment
according to the current market. It includes printers and plotters.
Local Area Networks
Advanced programming laboratories, SABRE software, Microsoft Office software
and computerized accounting
Health Information Management Program Laboratory
Office Systems Computer Laboratory
Graphic Design Laboratory
Assistant Pharmacy Technician Laboratory
Integrated Services Center – This Laboratory has personal computers and
printers for student use.
Informatics Technology Laboratory
Internet Laboratory – This Laboratory is located at the Learning Resources
Center.
All computer laboratories have access to the Internet.
HEALTH SERVICES CENTER
The Health Services Center offers assistance in primary care of health conditions,
disease prevention and referrals to external services in case of emergencies with
students, faculty and staff. Office personnel coordinate educational lectures, blood
donations and health clinics with public and private agencies for the internal and
external communities. This office is charged with administering Hepatitis B vaccines
to students enrolled in the Health programs. The personnel rely the Institutional
Policy for Maintaining Schools and Communities Free of Drugs and Alcohol in
coordination with the Orientation and Retention Office. All information regarding any
person using the services offered by the Health Services Center will be handled in
complete confidentiality according to the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1966. Services are offered from Monday to Friday
during day and evening hours.
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BOOKSTORE (HUERTAS CYBER BOOKS)
This is a new concept that provides the students with a comfortable, modern,
attractive, secure, and accessible place where they can develop their social skills
and allows them the ease of acquiring materials and services needed to complete
their educational career successfully.
Materials available for sale at the bookstore are: textbooks and tools for each
program, basic educational materials such as notebooks, pencils, CDs, jumpdrives,
pens among others. In addition, students have access to services such as
photocopying and printing of electronic materials.
The bookstore includes Cyber Books. This area has four computers with access to
the Internet that allows students to conduct searches related to their classes, locate
information about topics of interest and read their email. Cyber Books also has
snack machines available and a monitor with cable television service.
EXTENSION AND CONTINUED EDUCATION DIVISION
Huertas Junior College, in compliance with its responsibility with the external
community, created the Extension and Continued Education Division with the
purpose of contributing to the personal and professional educational enrichment of
the participants. The vision, mission, and objectives of the Extension and Continued
Education Division are as follows:
Vision
Be the first alternative to offer continuous learning courses by offering excellent
services that benefit our graduates, professionals, and the community, transforming
us into the principal center for continuing education in the region.
Mission
Facilitate the acquisition of knowledge by offering a variety of courses, seminars,
training, for credit or not for credit, that fosters a life long learning experience. The
learning is pertinent, dynamic and innovative in accordance with the market needs
and technology of the new millennium.
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Foster among the students, graduates, and citizens acknowledgement of the
importance of continued learning as a tool needed for personal and professional
development as a way to improve the quality of life of the individual and the
community.
Develop a varied offering of lectures, courses, training, workshops and
certifications that respond to the needs of diverse sectors of the population that
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will contribute to educational, professional and personal enrichment of the
participants.
Provide continuing education activities authorized by the corresponding boards of
several professions and professional colleges.
Establish alliances with different public and private agencies with the purpose of
designing projects, activities and/or training to respond to their needs.
Offer reviews and broad tests for different professions duly approved by the
corresponding boards.
Personnel from the Extension and Continued Education Division collaborates with
institutional deans in the design, presentation and implementation of educational
proposals to satisfy the particular demands and needs of professional organizations,
private enterprises or government agencies. The different educational activities are
available in flexible schedules on or off campus according to the needs of the
business or applicants.
SECURITY
The Dean of Administrative and Fiscal Services is responsible for providing and
assuring the security of the institutional population and physical installations. In
order to operate in accordance with state and federal laws, Huertas Junior College
incorporates various determining components to attain a secure and healthy
environment. Some of these components are: security guards, internal handbooks
and policies, emergency management plan, licenses, permits and insurance
necessary to operate.
The security guard component is provided through a contract with a private company
specialized in this field. The private company offers service twenty-four (24) hours,
three hundred sixty-five (365) days a year. The fundamental mission of this group is
to provide a secure environment that facilitates interaction among students,
professors, staff and visitors while on campus. Other functions of this group are:
protect the physical installations and oversee compliance with the regulations
established in the Security Policy, the Institutional Policy for Maintaining the College
Free from Drugs and Alcohol, and the Policy against Sexual Harassment and the
Claims Procedure.
The Institution has an Emergency Management Plan used in cases of atmospheric
disturbances or fires. The Plan has been distributed among the college community
which include the corresponding public responsibility insurance and the State
Insurance Fund Corporation.
Every year inspections are conducted for the Fire Department and Health
Department certifications as requirements for operation. To provide the vaccination
services to students, the Institution has a License for Medical Cabinet and a contract
for disposal of biomedical wastes needed to operate the laboratories pertaining to
the health programs.
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The College has free parking space with security available for students, faculty and
staff. Nevertheless, to use park in the lot, the Security Policy establishes that
everyone must obtain a Parking Permit available at the Reception area. Individuals
would have to submit a valid driver’s license and vehicle’s license. The Parking
Permit will be renewed annually.
The College is not responsible for damages occurring to motor vehicles in the
parking areas or for theft of the vehicle of any of students, staff, or visitors’
belongings. Likewise, having a parking permit does not guarantee parking space.
SOCIAL-CULTURAL ACTIVITIES AND STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
The Institution sponsors cultural and social activities that foster the students’ whole
development in accordance to the institutional mission. There are various
organizations in the college community.
Student Associations
The academic programs have organized student associations that make establishing
links with faculty and classmates easier. Each association has a counselor and a
student governing body that represents association members.
The main objective of the associations is to develop social and leadership skills and
to encourage intellectual growth through participation in extracurricular and cocurricular activities such as lectures, seminars, workshops, trips to the industry, and
academic competitions.
Every year a fair is held for inscription of new members and their initiation. The most
important activity is the Students’ Associations Initiation Day during which the
associations present a Portfolio of the activities performed during the year. The
associations compete for the Leader Association of the Year, awarded in recognition
for the work performed by the association.
Student Counselors and Mentor Programs
The Orientation and Retention Office has a group of student counselors and another
group of students who are mentors. These groups offer support to new students so
their adjustment to college is seamless. They are invited to participate in academic
activities. On the other hand, students benefit from three credits in their tuition.
Social, Cultural and Educational Activities
The Dean of Student Services encourages different types of cultural activities for the
entire college community. Activities are geared toward the student community with
the purpose of complying with the institutional mission to develop an integral citizen.
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The Institution recognizes different professions by holding a variety of activities at
specific dates that garner student participation. Other activities organized include
exhibitions, academic contests, sports competitions and talent shows, health clinics,
artistic and literary contests, student dialogues, job and health fairs, talks with
writers, artists, and journalists. Development workshops are organized for tutors,
student counselors and mentors, in addition to lectures, symposiums, trips to the
industry and to tourist zones, among other activities.
STUDENTS’ RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Rights:
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Obtain and enjoy an excellent education that can help the students develop skills
in the technical, commercial and health fields.
Receive the necessary information regarding accreditation, academic programs,
faculty credentials and physical facilities.
Receive information related to financial aid benefits, costs and reimbursement
policies applicable if withdrawal ocurrs, payment plans, and other information
related to the students’ financial rights and responsibilities.
Use the physical facilities, academic materials and equipment available for
students.
Participate in student activities related to their academic programs.
Receive adequate information from professors regarding the course’s purpose
and objectives, study topics, writings, text books required, assignments and
necessary academic materials at the beginning of the course. The students also
receive information about evaluation criteria, their development throughout the
semester that can help them pass the course.
Obtain exam or assignment results in a reasonable time frame. The professor
must notify the student at least two grades before the partial withdrawal deadline.
Meet with their professors to get answers to questions and receive information
concerning academic progress.
Express their opinions, beliefs, questions, differences in criteria, as well as
complaints about their rights using the resources established for these purposes.
Have student file secured under strict confidentiality as established in the Privacy
Right for Parents and Students Act of 1974 as amended. Only persons
authorized by the students should have access to their file.
Be member of the associations authorized by the Institution.
Recieve notification of any action against them and receive evidence to prove
this action. The students have the opportunity to defend themselves when
referred to the Discipline Committee or to any other authorized representative of
the Institution.
Request information regarding the federal law Student Right to Know and
Campus Security Act, established by the Federal Department of Education which
states that students have can have access to information about retention,
employment, and criminal incidence statistics on the campus.
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Obtain their degrees after completing all course and Institutional requirements.
Duties:
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Attend classes daily according to the established schedule. In case of absences
or tardiness to classes, the students must notify the professor and assure getting
the information discussed in class.
Abide to a conduct of self respect and consideration to their rights and the rights
of their classmates and college community.
Know the norms, regulations and dispositions established by the Institution, as
established in this document and in any other official institutional document.
Complete course and program requirements including the regulations regarding
dress and personal hygiene recommended by each academic program.
Request services such as financial aid, activities, equipment and other services
for those with physical limitations or who have special conditions.
Comply with all the regulations and procedures made public through circular
letters, memorandums or official institutional handbooks.
Have student identification cards available when required.
Pay in full any debt with the Institution.
Make adequate and responsible use of the Institution’s property, laboratories,
materials and equipment
DISCIPLINARY RULES AND PROCEDURES:
The mission, philosophy and objectives of Huertas Junior College must be
safeguarded and protected through appropriate guarantee of institutional order.
Discipline within the Institution is essential for achieving these objectives.
Students of the Institution should know, obey, respect and comply with mandates
and regulations contained in official institutional documents: current catalog,
handbooks, and circulars. They also have to comply with orders and verbal or
written instructions conveyed by teachers, officials and other college employees.
Lack of knowledge of the regulations does not exclude students from complying with
them.
The following acts or omissions constitute violations of fundamental rules of order
and collegial coexistence and will result in disciplinary actions:
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Violation of the rules included in the catalog or any official record of this
Institution, including those used in the practice or internship.
Dishonesty regarding academic work.
Alteration or falsification of official documents such as transcripts, grade reports,
letters, notifications, attendance reports, evaluations of practice centers or any
other.
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Any conduct that disturbs the peace and quiet in the classroom or elsewhere on
the College campus, such as shouting, offensive behavior, insults, quarrels
and/or provocation. It includes the use of foul, profane or obscene language.
Steal or cause malicious damage to institutional property or that of practice or
internship center.
Unauthorized celebrations actions on College grounds.
The publication or dissemination within the Institution of libelous or obscene
material.
Use and possession of alcoholic beverages, firearms (except individuals who
under the law are required to carry them at all times), narcotics or drugs that
have not been prescribed by a licensed physician.
Physical confrontations, indecent or lewd acts committed within the premises of
the College, practice center, internships or activities sponsored by the Institution.
Lack of respect, sexual harassment, insults, taunts, threats of aggression or
assault on officials, employees or students at the Institution.
Use or possession of explosives, materials, or any incendiary bombs prohibited
by law.
Failure to comply with orders given by institutional officials.
To represent the College without a written and official permission issued by the
Institution.
Provide false information or intentionally omit information on any document
required by the Institution.
When a violation occurs to one or more of these rules, the following procedure will be
followed:
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Once students are notified that they have committed an offense, students cannot
attend classes, practice at centers, perform internships or visit any place on the
premises until the disciplinary committee meets to study their situation.
The Office of the Registrar will notify the faculty of the partial suspension of the
student until the Committee makes the decision.
The Dean of Student Services or the Assistant to the Dean when the Dean is not
available, shall appoint an "Ad Hoc" Disciplinary Committee within a period of
three days after the incident.
A faculty member, a student and the Director of Orientation and Retention
Program will constitute the Discipline Committee.
The Discipline Committee will meet and hear all parties concerned and witnesses
it deems necessary and will submit a report with recommendations to the Dean
of Student Services within the next ten days (10) days after hearing the parties.
The Dean of Student Services makes the final decision and notifies all parties
within ten (10) days after the disciplinary committee submits its report.
A student who disagrees with the decision has the right to appeal that decision in
writing.
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DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONS:
The Discipline Committee is responsible for hearing the parties involved in each
disciplinary incident, making a decision and making its recommendation to the Dean
of Student Services. The Dean of Student Services can accept or modify the
Committee's recommendation. If the final decision is to adopt the Committee's
recommendation, one or more of the following recommendations made by the
Committee will be ratified.
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Documented verbal warning to the student.
Written warning to the student with a copy to the student's file.
Application of probation for a determined period of time.
Suspension for the remainder of the semester or for one or more semesters, but
not permanent suspension.
Permanent suspension from the Institution.
The Committee may also recommend other measures such as requiring that the
student receive orientation services from a behavior specialist within or outside the
Institution. This includes counselors, social workers, psychologists and
psychiatrists. The committee can also recommend that a student not participate in
commencement activities even if the student completes all the degree or certificate
requirements.
These sanctions do not relieve the student from paying for any damage caused to
institutional property, practice or internship centers. No student may visit the offices
or agencies at Huertas Junior College while suspended, except for an appointment.
If the student needs a service, the student should make an appointment by
telephone and receive approval from an official of the Institution.
The Institution may take legal action depending on the severity of the case
APPEALS PROCEDURE IN CASE OF DISCIPLINARY SANCTION:
The student is entitled to appeal within the next ten days after being notified of the
sanction. To appeal, the student must submit a written document and address it to
the President.
The President may repeal, maintain or modify the Committee's decision adopted by
the Dean of Student Services.
All concerned parties will be notified in writing of the decision within the next twenty
(20) days after the President signs the Resolution. This decision is final.
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PROCEDURES FOR SUSPENSION
If the final decision of the appeal or the decision if there is no appeal is suspension,
the student must follow this procedure:



The student will be notified by direct communication from the President.The
President's Office will send a copy of its decision to the Dean of Student
Services, Director of Orientation and Retention and the Registrar.
The Office of the Registrar will notify the student's professors that the students
will receive an Administrative Withdrawal (WR).The student will also be notified in
writing.
The Office of the Registrar will require the student to submit the identification
card to that Office.
When the student's presence is considered harmful to institutional peace, the
institutional security personnel will be expressively notified.
READMISSION OF STUDENTS WITH DISCIPLINARY PROBLEMS:
To consider the readmission of a student who has been dropped for disciplinary
reasons, the student must follow the following procedure:




Visit the Office of the Registrar, complete the form and pay Readmission
Admission fee at the Bursar. This process will prevail even if the student has
been out of the Institution for a semester.
The Office of the Registrar will evaluate the situation and submit the application
with its recommendations to the Admissions Committee. The Director of
Admissions, Director of Orientation and Retention, Dean of Academic Services
and Dean of Student Services are members of the Committee.
The Admissions Committee will decide to accept or reject the request, after
taking into account academic aspects aswell as risks that the applicant's
presence can represent.
The student will be notified of the Committee's decision. The Committee has the
liberty to establish specific conditions for the student's admission.
PROCEDURE FOR SUBMITTING GRIEVANCES
When a student believes that any member of the college community has violated his
or her rights or has failed in its responsibilities, the student has the right to make a
complaint. The student may submit the complaint informally initially, preferably to the
Dean of Student Services, Dean of Academic Services, Dean of Administrative and
Fiscal Services or the Director of Orientation and Retention. The student can also
present a complaint to any other official in the Institution, if the student so desires.
The official is required to ensure that the student's petition is tended to.
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However, if the applicant is interested in making a formal complaint or when, having
filed a complaint informally the student feels that it was not dealt with promptly or
diligently, the student should submit the complaint in writing.
The complaint should be directed to the Dean of Student Services using the
document prepared for this purpose that is available in the Office of Orientation and
Retention as well as at the Office of the Dean of Student Services.
The process is as follows:





The student presents a formal complaint in writing to the Office of the Dean of
Student Services.
An appointment is determined to discuss the complaint with the student.
The Dean of Student Services and the student will establish an action plan to
resolve the complaint. This plan must be signed by both parties.
If after taking this action the student is still not satisfied, the student can submit a
written and substantiated complaint to the President.
Once the complaint is filed with the President and after the President makes a
decision, the decision will be final and irrevocable.
Complaints with the agencies that accredit the Institution
In Puerto Rico, the agency that establishes the guidelines for university level
institutions:
Puerto Rico Council on Higher Education
PO Box 19900
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00910-1900
At the postsecondary level:
General Council of Education
of Puerto Rico
Box 195429
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919
The national accrediting agencies:
Middle States Commission
of Higher Education
3624 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104-2680
(267) 284-5000
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STUDY PROGRAMS
The academic programs comprise associate degree, diploma conferring programs
and certificate conferring programs. The programs that confer diplomas and
certificates are measured in credits, but they also accumulate a specific number of
hours according to the regulations of each occupation and may be completed in
twelve or eight months. The associate degree programs are measured in credits,
and they have a maximum duration of twenty-four months. The programs are offered
in daily sessions from Monday to Friday, and in the evening section they are offered
from Monday to Thursday. In some occasions, classes are offered during the
weekend.
Each program has the following components:

General Education Component
This component contributes to developing the students’ intellectual skills. It
provides balance to the curriculum and includes various subject matters, such as
natural sciences, physics, humanities, and a sense of social and personal
responsibilities.

Professional Courses Component
This component includes courses that provide the students with technological
skills to effectively perform the profession.

Related Courses Component
These courses support the professional courses and expand the breadth of the
students’ technical skills. The course provides the necessary knowledge to
understand the profession and be effective in the specialized field.

Elective Courses Component
The courses in this component provide the students with the opportunity to
increase their knowledge in areas related to their specialization or of their
personal interest.
COURSE CODING SYSTEM
Each course is identified with a unique code. The coding system has gone through
several changes to meet the needs of new programs. The codes consist of three or
four capital letters that identify the program and a four digit number. The letters
(alphabetical) identify the area or program; they are followed by four digits
(numerical) that complete the alphabetic code. A code followed by an R means that
the course is active, but that the original number of credits or title has been changed.
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A code with the letter L at the end means that the course is a laboratory. For
courses created before 1995, the first digit identifies the course as a first or second
year course. The following two digits identify the program or area where the last
digit shows the chronological sequence of the courses.
COURSE CODING CHART
ALPHABETICAL
CODE
PROGRAM
NUMERICAL
CODE
EXAMPLES
SOC
Social Sciences
101
SOC 1011
ESP
Spanish
102
ESP 1021
ING
English
103
ING 1032
MAT
Mathematics
104
MAT 1041
Accounting
105
CONT 1051
ADM
Management
106
ADM 1063
CISE
Office Systems
107,108,109
CISE 1071, CISE
1081, 1095
CONT
COMP
Computers, Informatics
111
COMP 1111
FARM
Pharmacy Technician
112
FARM 1123
113, 24
ELT 1134, ELT 2406
114, 22, 23
ELE 1149, ELE 2300
116, 25
REF 1160, REF 2500
118
DAC 1185
119, 12
DIB 1193, DIB 1222R
Health Information Management
20
REME 2001
Expanded Duties
21
DAE 2195
RESP
Respiratory Care Therapy
27
RESP 2714
ENFI
Physical Trainer, Physical Fitness
32
ENFI 3204
LEGA
Paralegal Technician
33
LEGA 3306
MAST
Therapeutic Massage
36
MAST 3602
INST
Instrumentation
36
INST 3602
ENFE
Nursing
37
ENFE 3709
ELT
Electronics
ELE
Electricity
REF
Refrigeration
DAC
Dental Assistant
DIB
Computer Aided Drafting
REME
DAE
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ACADEMIC OFFERINGS
Each program has a curricular synthesis that established the order and the semester
when the courses will be taken. To guarantee availability of the courses each
semester, the students should follow this order. The curricular synthesis where the
number of credits is followed by numbers in parentheses, for example: 4(3+1),
shows that the course has three credits assigned and one credit which corresponds
to laboratory sessions. The course PRE-REQUISITES should be considered.
Curricular Syntheses of the Academic Associate Degrees
1.
(ADM)
Management
Two years
2.
(CISE)
Office Systems
Two years
3.
(COMP)
Informatics Technology
Two years
4.
(CONT)
Accounting
Two years
5.
(DAC)
Dental Assistant
Two years
6.
(DIB)
Computer Aided Drafting
Two years
7.
(DISE)
Graphic Design
Two years
8.
(ELE)
Electrical Technology
Two years
9.
(ENFE)
Nursing
Two years
10. (ENFI)
Physical Fitness
Two years
11. (FARM)
Pharmacy Technician
Two years
12. (INST)
Instrumentation Technology
Two years
13. (LEGA)
Paralegal Technician
Two years
14. (REME)
Technician
Two years
15. (RESP)
Two years
16. (REF)
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Technology
Two years
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN MANAGEMENT
This program prepares the student for managerial and line positions within the basic operations of a
business. It provides the student with the most modern techniques in management, such as planning, organizing,
supervising and controlling.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
MAT
SOC
SOC
ECON
1021
1022
1031
1032
1041
1011
1012
2994
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
General Mathematics
Introduction to Social Sciences I
Introduction to Social Sciences II
Economy Principles
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
24
Total
RELATED COURSES
MAT
ESP
ING
EST
COMP
COMP
1042
1023
1033
2993
1111
1111L
Business Mathematics
Business Spanish
Business English
Statistics Principles
Introduction to Computers
Introduction to Computers Laboratory
3
3
3
3
3
1
Total
16
Total
3
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
3
39
PROFESSIONAL COURSES
ADM
ADM
ADM
ADM
ADM
ADM
ADM
ADM
ADM
CONT
CONT
FIN
1061
1062
1063
2061
2062
2066
2064
2067
2068
1051
2051
2992
Administration Principles
Marketing Principles
Organizational Behavior
Mercantile Law
Human Resources Administration
Business Development and Administration
Strategic Administration
Labor Laws
Training Administration
Principles of Accounting I
Principles of Accounting II
Mercantile Finance
Total Credits
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN OFFICE SYSTEMS
This program prepares the student to perform tasks related to office management professions. The course
in this program provide the technical skills, such as taking dictation and transcribing in English and Spanish, the use
and management of modern technological equipment, and the effective production and administration of documents.
The student also acquires the necessary techniques to prepare presentations using computer programs. The
courses emphasize correct use of vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, in addition to the production of correct
documents. The knowledge and technical skills that the student acquires contribute to the formation of professionals
with positive attitudes that allow them to compete effectively in the job market.
* A 15 hour weekly internship is required, and the student must pass the specialization courses with a minimum “C”
grade.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
MAT
SOC
SOC
ING
1021
1022
1031
1032
1041
1011
1011
2033
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
General Mathematics
Introducción a las Ciencias Sociales
Conversational English
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
24
Total
3
3
3
3
12
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
2
1
3
3
41
RELATED COURSES
ING
ESP
CONT
COMP
1033
1023
1050
2116
Business English
Business Spanish
Secretarial Accounting
Computer Applications
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
1071
1072
1073
1086
1076R
1077
1078
1079
1989
1992
1996
2070
2070S
2081
2095
ELECTIVE
CISE
1080
Elementary Document Production
Intermediate Document Production
Advanced Document Production
Speedwriting
Information Processing I
Information Processing II
Office Administration
Computer Applications Management
Document Administration and Management
Office Administration Procedures
Practicum
Supervised Internship
Supervised Internship Seminar
Speedwriting in English
Speedwriting Transcription
3
Medical Insurance Billing
Total de Credits
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN INFORMATICS TECHNOLOGY
The study program leading to an Associate Degree in Informatics Technology seeks to develop competent
and responsible personnel geared toward the use of technology as a vital tool for business success. This
professional needs to be trained in using specialized applications and software commonly used in business. The
graduate of this program must understand how to develop the computer applications and provide support in the
implementation, maintenance, assistance to users and systems controls based on microcomputers and related
technology. In addition, the student must develop problem solving skills regarding personal computer management
and computer networks.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
ING
MAT
SOC
SOC
1021
1022
1031
1032
2033
1041
1011
1012
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
General Mathematics
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
24
Total
4
4
3
11
RELATED COURSES
CONT
CONT
ADM
1051
2051
1061
Accounting Principles I
Accounting Principles II
COMP
COMP
COMP
COMP
COMP
COMP
COMP
COMP
COMP
COMP
COMP
COMP
COMP
COMP
1111
1111L
1110
2801
2802
2803
2804
2805
2808
2806
2807
1112
1112L
2809
Introduction to Computer Keyboarding
Operative Systems
Managing Microcomputers
Databases
Introduction to the Internet
Microcomputer Networking I I
Microcomputer Networking II
Management Aspects of Information Systems
Diagnosis and Maintenance of Microcomputer Systems
Basic Computer Language
Basic Computer Language Laboratory
Training and Development
Total
ELECTIVE
3
1
3
4 (3-1)
3 (2-1)
4 (3-1)
3
3 (2-1)
3 (2-1)
3
3 (2-1)
3
1
3
40
3
Total Credits
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN ACCOUNTING
This study program develops the student’s professional competences to work effectively in the job market in
the mercantile, manufacturing, financial and business industry in addition to public and private service businesses.
The program provides the student with the skills needed to interpret and apply generally established. The program
provides the student with skills to interpret and apply generally established accounting principles. It provides the
student with both manual and electronic accounting data processing techniques.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
MAT
SOC
SOC
ECON
1021
1022
1031
1032
1041
1011
1012
2994
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
General Mathematics
Economy Principles
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
24
Total
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
19
Total
3
4
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
2
1
37
Total Credits
80
RELATED COURSES
MAT
ESP
ING
ADM
COMP
COMP
EST
1042
1023
1033
1062
1111
1111L
2993
Business Mathematics
Business Spanish
Business English
Marketing Principles
Statistics Principles
ADM
ADM
FIN
CONT
CONT
CONT
CONT
CONT
CONT
CONT
CONT
1061
2061
2992
1051
2051
2052
2054
2056
2055
2058
2059
Mercantile Law
Mercantile Finances
Accounting Principles I
Accounting Principles II
Intermediate Accounting
Puerto Rico Income Tax
Computerized Accounting
Cost Accounting
Entrepreneurial Development
Entrepreneurial Development Seminar
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN DENTAL ASSISTANT
This program provides the students with the knowledge and skills that prepare them to assist the dentist
effectively in managing patients, passing instruments, handling dental materials, oral suction and work at the dental
chair. The students learn to take and develop x-rays and provide correct maintenance for the dental x-ray equipment.
The students master the manual and computerized medical insurance billing procedures, and they learn how to
prepare patient files at the dental office. When the students complete the program requirements, they are prepared
to take the Board Test for Dental Assistants in Puerto Rico and obtain their license once they complete all legal
requirements. Students are required to submit a Negative Certificate of Penal Antecedents.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
MAT
SOC
SOC
SOC
1021
1022
1031
1032
1041
1013
1011
1012
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
General Mathematics
Human Relations
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
24
Total
3
3
1
3
10
Total
3
3
1
3
1
3
1
3
3
1
3
3
1
3
2
4
3
41
Total Credits
75
RELATED COURSES
COMP
COMP
COMP
QUIM
1110
1111
1111L
1121
General Chemistry
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
DAC
1181
1182
1182L
1183
1183L
1184
1184P
1185
1186
1186L
2181
2182
2182P
2183
2186S
2186
2187
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Dental Anatomy and Terminology
Dental Anatomy and Terminology Laboratory
Dental Materials
Dental Materials Laboratory
Dental Radiology
Dental Radiology Laboratory
Oral Microbiology and Pathology
Clinical Sciences I
Clinical Sciences I Laboratory
Pharmacology
Clinical Sciences II
Clinical Sciences II Laboratory
Nutrition and Prevention
External Clinics Seminar
External Clinics
Dental Procedures Billing
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING
The Associate Degree in Computer Aided Drafting provides the theoretical foundation and practice of
drafting, including transfer of concepts of table drafting to computer aided drafting. The program includes the
necessary knowledge and skills required for preparing blueprints on the drawing table and on the computer, as well
as knowledge about estimating cost and construction materials. This program prepares the student for the Board Test
offered by the Puerto Rico Examining Board which requires submitting a Negative Certificate of Penal Antecedents.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
MAT
SOC
SOC
1021
1022
1031
1032
1041
1011
1012
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
General Mathematics
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
21
RELATED COURSES
MAT
1044
Geometry Concepts
3
DIB
DIB
DIB
DIB
DIB
DIB
DIB
DIB
DIB
DIB
DIB
DIB
1193
1195
1195L
1210
1211R
1212
1213R
2193
2211R
2210
1214
2192
DIB
DIB
2213
2215
ELECTIVE
DIB
2214
SOC
1013
Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting (AutoCAD)
Intermediate Computer Aided Drafting (AutoCAD)
Laboratory Intermediate Computer Aided Drafting (AutoCAD)
Basic Drafting I
Basic Drafting II
Architectural Drawing I
Architectural Drawing II
Advanced AutoCAD
Mechanical and Industrial Drawing
Cost and Materials Analysis
Architectural Drawing III
Computerized Three Dimensional and Perspective Drawing
(AutoCAD)
Presentation Drawing and Scale Models
Drafting Board Test Review
Total
4
3
3
4
4
5
4
4
4
2
4
3
3
4
51
3
Professional and Technical Aspects of Drafting
Human Relations
Total Credits
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN GRAPHIC DESIGN
The Associate Degree in Graphic Design program prepares students with the principles and practices needed
to work in the graphic design and visual communication fields. Students acquire knowledge in art and history
appreciation, design and creative conception design, technical and traditional language of the field, knowledge and
practice in contemporary tools, and a vast description of related areas in the graphic industry. Students will be able
to word directly or indirectly as a graphic artist, designing and creating for publicity agencies, workshops and design
offices, sign companies, private and government businesses. The students will be able to collaborate directly or
indirectly in work regarding creating and conceptualizing web pages and portals for the Internet and work in traditional
print shops or in the digital impression field.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
MAT
SOC
1021
1022
1031
1032
1041
1011
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
General Mathematics
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
18
Total
3
1
3
7
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
51
RELATED COURSES
COMP
COMP
ADM
1111
1111L
2069
Laboratory Introduction to Computers
Small Business Administration
DISE 3800
DISE 3801
DISE 3802
DISE 3803
DISE 3804
DISE 3805
DISE 3806
DISE 3807
DISE 3808
DISE 3809
DISE 3810
DISE 3811
DISE 3812
DISE 3813
DISE 3814
DISE 3815
DISE 3816
Art and Graphic History in Puerto Rico
Basic Illustration
Introduction to Graphic Design
Impression I and Color Reproduction
Intermediate Graphic Design
Typography
Impression II y Pre-press
Digital Imaging I
Layout I
Digital Illustration I
Digital Imaging II
Digital Illustration II
Layout II
Computerized Animation
Basic Photography
Internship
Web Page Design
Total Credits
Start date: January 2008
Duration: 24 months
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
This program is designed to provide the students with the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to
enter the work force and electrical industry. The program provides the academic formation that integrates the
intellectual, technical and human aspects. The students will master the techniques used to make electrical
installations following the occupational security rules and the codes and specifications regarding electrical controls
using the laws and regulations of Puerto Rico. Graduates will be prepared to complete work in residences and
building, repair of electrical motors, power plants, and design and installation of electrical equipment for industrial
businesses. The students will be prepared to take the Electrician Expert Board Test of Puerto Rico. For this test, the
students must sumbit a Negative Certificate of Penal Antecedents.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
MAT
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
SOC
FIS
1041
1021
1022
1031
1032
1013
1101
General Mathematics
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
Human Relations
Fundamentals of Physics
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
21
Total
3
3
2
3
2
1
14
RELATED COURSES
MAT
ELT
DIB
ELE
ELE
ELE
1046
2400
1200
2307
2306
2306L
Technical Mathematics
Basic Electronics
Technical Drafting
Instrumentation
Integrated Circuits
Laboratory Integrated Circuits
ELE
ELE
2300
2300L
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
2303
2303L
2304
2304L
2305
2305L
2309
2309L
2310
2311
2313
2314
2316
2316L
2317
2317L
Direct Current (DC) and Alternate Current (AC) Circuits
Laboratory Direct Current (DC) and Alternate Current (AC)
Circuits
Electricity and Interior Wiring
Electricity and Interior Wiring Laboratory
Electrical Machinery
Electrical Machinery Laboratory
Transmission and Distribution Lines
Transmission and Distribution Laboratory
Motors and Controls
Motors Laboratory
Potency Systems
Design and Construction of Electrical Blueprints
Industrial Seminar l
Board Test Review
Electricity and External Wiring
Laboratory Electricity and External Wiring
1
Logical Programmable Controls Principles
Logical Programmable Controls Principles Laboratory
Total
73
5
2
3
1
3
1
2
2
2
2
3
2
2
3
2
3
1
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CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
ELECTIVE
COMP
ADM
ADM
ELE
1117
2069
1061
2308
3
Fundamentals of Computers
Principles of Pneumatic Hydraulics
Total Credits
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY
This program prepares the students with the knowledge required by the present industry according to the
changes and innovations of this occupational field. The program provides an academic formation that integrates
intellectual, technical, and human aspects. It develops skills in decision making and anticipating situations of real
scenario of the occupational world. The students will acquire knowledge about calibrating pneumatic, hydraulic,
mechanical and electronic instruments as well as working with PLCs. In addition, the students will acquire knowledge
of electronic controls of different processes in the industry as well as fundamental knowledge needed to take the
Board Test for Electronic Technicians.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
MAT
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
SOC
FIS
1041
1021
1022
1031
1032
1013
1101
General Mathematics
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
Human Relations
Fundamentals of Physics
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
21
Total
3
3
2
8
RELATED COURSES
MAT
COMP
DIB
1046
1117
1200
Technical Drafting
ELE
ELE
2300
2300L
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
2402R
2402L
2403
2403L
2407
2407L
2404
2404L
2405
2405L
2406
2406
2408
2408L
2409
2409L
2410
Laboratory
Electronic Circuits and Their Applications
Electronic Circuits and Their Applications Laboratory
Logical Circuits
Logical Circuits Laboratory
Communications Systems
Communication Systems Laboratory
Microprocessors
Microprocessors Laboratory
Logical Programmable Controls
Logical Programmable Controls Laboratory
Robotics
Robotics Laboratory
Opto Electronics
Opto Electronics Laboratory
Calibration and Normalization
Calibration and Normalization Laboratory
Industrial Seminar
Total
ELECTIVE
ADM
ADM
ELE
ELT
1061
2069
2308
2411
5
2
4
1
3
2
3
1
3
1
3
1
3
1
4
1
4
1
2
45
3
Principles of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
Electronic Equipment Repair
Total Credits
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
75
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING
This main purpose of this program is to provide a curriculum that provides the knowledge, skills, and values
of the nursing profession. The program prepares the students to assume the different nursing roles in the community.
As member of the health care team, nurses with associate degrees work as care providers, care management, and
member of the profession. Nurses with associate degrees care for clients in the community who have a diversity
traits based on culture, age, stage of development and human and health needs. Nurses with associate degrees
collaborate with others in the multidisciplinary health team in providing care. Graduates of this program will be
prepared t take the Board Review test for the nursing practice administered by the Puerto Rico Nursing Examining
Board.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
MAT
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
SOC
SOC
1041
1021
1022
1031
1032
1011
1012
General Mathematics
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
21
RELATED COURSES
BIOL
BIOL
BIOL
BIOL
BIOL
BIOL
SOC
1124R
1134
1125
1135
1127
1137
1014
Anatomy and Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory
Advanced Anatomy and Physioogy
Advanced Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory
Microbiology
Microbiology Laboratory
Applied Psychology
Total
ENFE
ENFE
ENFE
ENFE
3701
3701L
3702
3702 L
ENFE
ENFE
ENFE
ENFE
3703
3703L
3704
3705
ENFE
3705L
ENFE
ENFE
3706
3706L
ENFE
ENFE
3707
3707L
ENFE
ENFE
3708
3709
Fundamentals of Nursing
Fundamentals of Nursing Laboratory
Nursing Care Processes for Pregnant Women and Newborns
Nursing Care Processes for Pregnant Women and Newborns
Laboratory
Nursing Processes in Childcare
Nursing Processes in Childcare Laboratory
Clinical Concepts in Health Alterations
Nursing Processes/ Care of Individuals with Psychosocial
Alterations
Nursing Processes/ Care of Individuals with Psychosocial
Alterations Laboratory
Nursing Processes/ Care of Adults with Health Alterations I
Nursing Processes/ Care of Adults with Health Alterations I
Laboratory
Nursing Processes/ Care of Adults with Health Alterations II
Nursing Processes/ Care of Adults with Health Alterations II
Laboratory
Socialization of the Nursing Profession
Pharmacology Applied to Nursing
Total
Total Credits
Started: January 2007
Duration: 24 months
76
3
1
3
1
3
1
3
15
3
3
3
2
3
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
2
40
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN PHYSICAL FITNESS
This program prepares students to provide personal training geared to achieve clients’ physical efficiency.
The courses offer the theoretical concepts and practical application and exercises that integrate all the theoretical
concepts. The program develops concepts about human anatomy and physiology, biomechanics and nutrition. The
education as personal trainer prepares students to design different secure and effective individual exercise programs,
as well as the principles to work with special populations, health risks, physical condition evaluation, flexibility training,
weight lifting techniques and concepts of cardiovascular training.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
MAT
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
ING
1041
1021
1022
1031
1032
2033
General Mathematics
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
18
Total
3
3
6
RELATED COURSES
BIOL 1124
BIOL 1125
Advanced Anatomy and Physiology
ENFI 3200
ENFI 3201R
ENFI 3202
ENFI 3204
ENFI 3205
ENFI 3206
ENFI 3207
ENFI 3208
ENFI 3209
ENFI 3210
ENFI 3211R
ENFI 3213
ENFI 3214
ENFI 3215
ENFI 3216R
ENFI 3217
ENFI 3218
ENFI 3219
ENFI 3220
ENFI 3221
Principles of Strength Training and Conditioning
Sculptural Kinesiology
Principles of Exercise Physiology
Health Risks and Evaluation of Physical Condition
Weight Lifting Techniques
Flexibility Training
Cardiovascular Training Concepts and Program Design
Program Design for Strength Training
Nutrition for the Personal Trainer
Alternate Exercise Program for the Personal Trainer
Training for Special Population I
Life Change and Well-being Training
Special Population Training II
Administration in Personal Training
Supervised Practice
Practice Seminar
Psychology of Exercise
Biomechanics of Exercise
Prevention and Identification of Lesions and CPR
Methodology of Sports Training
Total
Total Credits
Started: May 2008
Duration: 24 months
77
3
3
3
2 (45hrs.)
2 (45hrs.)
2 (45hrs.)
2 (45hrs.)
3
3
2 (45hrs.)
3
3
3
3
3(135hrs.)
1
3
3
3
3
53
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
This program prepares students to assist the pharmacist in a community, hospital or industry pharmacy
according to the Pharmacy Law of Puerto RIco. The students will demonstrate mastery about the operation of the
pharmacy in Puerto Rico, the regulations, procedures for purchasing and pricing merchandise. Students will learn the
regulation and use of OTC and prescription products. Students will recognize technical vocabulary used in the
profession, pharmaceutical preparation techniques, interpretation of prescription, generic names of medicines and
their manufacturers. The students will adequately use the equipment regularly found in a pharmacy. Once students
complete 1,000 practice hours and the requirements of the program, students will be able to take the Puerto Rico
Review Test for Pharmacy Assistants and obtain their license in accordance with the established laws. The students
must comply with all the requirements stipulated by the corresponding Examining Board. Students must submit a
Negative Certificate of Penal Antecedents, among any other requirements.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
MAT
SOC
SOC
SOC
1021
1022
1031
1032
1041
1013
1011
1012
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
General Mathematics
Human Relations
Introduction to Social Sciences
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
21
Total
3
3
3
9
Total
3
3
3
3
3
2
4
3
0
2
2
3
3
1
1
1
2
2
2
43
RELATED COURSES
QUIM
COMP
BIOL
1121
1110
1124
General Chemistry
Human Anatomy and Physiology
QUIM
MAT
MAT
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
FARM
1122
1125
1126
1120
1122
1123
1127
1128
1129
2120
2120L
2124
2126
2127S
2128S
2129S
2127
2128
2129
Principles of Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Mathematics I
Pharmaceutical Mathematics II
Posology
Pharmacognoscia
Pharmaceutical Legislation
Basic Pharmacy Principles
Pharmacology I
Introduction to Pharmacy Practice
Pharmacy Techniques
Pharmacy Techniques Laboratory
Integrated Pharmacy Principles
Pharmacology II
Pharmacy Practice Seminar I
Pharmacy Practice Seminar II
Pharmacy Practice Seminar IIII
Supervised Practice I
Supervised Practice II
Supervised Practice III
ELECTIVE
FARM
2123
3
Pharmacy Marketing
Total Credits
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
78
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN INSTRUMENTATION TECHNOLOGY
The program of Associate Degree in Instrumentation Technology is geared toward developing professionals
capable of performing creative and competent work in fundamental electronics and instrumentation, as well as in its
application. The program seeks to develop skills and competencies that facilitate application of basic science,
mathematics, and engineering concepts as related to instrumentation and electronics. These will be applied to
activities related to installation, operation, inspection, maintenance and repair of equipment and technological
systems base don the instrumentation controls within a dynamic industrial, government or technical services
environment.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
MAT
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
ING
1041
1021
1022
1031
1032
2033
General Mathematics
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
18
Total
5
2
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
27
RELATED COURSES
ELE
ELE
FIS
MAT
COMP
DIB
FIS
QUIM
FAIN
2300
2300L
1101
1046
1117
1200
1102
1123
3008
AC and DC Currents Circuits
AC and DC Currents Circuits Laboratory
Principles of Physics
Technical Drafting
Technical Physics
Chemistry for Electronics
Good Manufacturing Practices
ELE
ELE
ELT
ELT
ELT
ELT
INST
INST
ELE
INST
INST
INST
2402R
2402L
2403
2403L
2405
2405L
3600
3601R
2308
3602R
3603R
3604R
Electronic Circuits and Applications
Electronic Circuits and Applications Laboratory
Logical Circuits
Logical Circuits Laboratory
Programmable Logical Controls PLC
Programmable Logical Controls PLC Laboratory
Principles of Instrumentation
Fundamentals of Measurements and Instruments
Principles of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
Principles of Calibration and Good Practices
Fundamentals of Process Controls
Industrial Seminar
Total
Total Credits
Revised: July 2008
Duration: 24 months
79
4
1
3
1
3
1
4 (3-1)
4 (3-1)
3 (2-1)
3
4 (3-1)
2 (90 hrs)
33
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN PARALEGAL TECHNICIAN
The Paralegal Technician program prepares the student to work in a legal office. The students acquires
skills and knowledge to assist lawyers in their practice in tasks that include preparing and organizing files, writing
reports, performing judicial research, organizing evidence for trials and contributing to accelerate justice
administration.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
SOC
SOC
SOC
1021
1022
1031
1032
1011
1012
1013
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
Human Relations
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
21
Total
3
1
3
7
RELATED COURSES
COMP
COMP
SOC
1111
1111L
1020
History of Puerto Rico
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
LEGA
3301
3302
3303
3304
3305
3306
3307
3308
3309
3311
3313
3314
3315
3316
3317
Introduction to Paralegal Studies
Legal Research and Writing I I
Penal Law and Special Laws
Ethics
Civil Rights in Puerto Rico
Mortgage and Property Registry Law
Process Law l
Evidence
Legal Research and Writing II
Components of the Judicial System
Practice
Notary Law
Obligations and Contracts
Administrative Law
Personal and Family Law
Total
Total Credits
Revised: May 2008
80
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 (150 HOURS)
3
3
3
3
45
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING TECHNOLOGY
This program is designed to provide the students with the knowledge and experiences in installing,
maintaining, and repairing domestic, industrial and commercial air conditioning systems. The program provides
academic formation that integrates intellectual, technical and human aspects. Students acquire the competences in
basic electricity and the technical procedures needed to diagnose and make repairs in this area. In addition, the
students design, prepare, modify and build systems according to specified requirements. The courses prepare the
students to take the exam administered by the Puerto Rico Examining Board of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.
Students must submit a Negative Certificate of Penal Antecedents.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
MAT
SOC
1021
1022
1031
1032
1041
1013
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
General Mathematics
Human Relations
Total
RELATED COURSES
FIS
1101
MAT
1046
DIB
1200
ELT
2400
ELE
2300
ELE
2300L
Fundamental of Physics
Technical Drafting
Basic Electronics
Laboratory
Total
REF
REF
REF
REF
REF
REF
REF
REF
REF
REF
REF
2500
2501
2502
2502L
2503R
2503L
2504
2504L
2505R
2506
2506L
REF
REF
2507R
2507L
REF
REF
REF
REF
2508
2509
2510
2511
Introduction to Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology
Principles of Thermodynamics
Motors and Controls
Motors and Controls Laboratory
Foundations of Refrigeration
Foundations of Refrigeration Laboratory
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Laboratory
Sychrometrics and Heat Charges
Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Laboratory
Special Systems in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Special Systems in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Laboratory
Cost Analysis and Estimates
Design of Air Conditioning Vents
Industrial Seminar
Review for the Refrigeration Technician Board Test
Total
81
3
3
3
3
3
3
18
3
3
2
3
5
2
18
1
3
2
2
4
2
3
1
2
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
38
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CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
ELECTIVE
ADM
ADM
REF
COMP
1061
2069
1166
1117
3
Principles of Administration
Fundamentals of Automobile Air Conditioning
Total Credits
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
82
77
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY
This program is designed to provide the students with the theoretical and practical foundations of the
profession. Graduates will be able to maintain health records according to the pertinent needs. The students can take
the RHIT Certification Exam offered by AHIMA. The program is accredited by CAAHEP in collaboration with AHIMA.
This test requires students submit a Negative Certificate of Penal Antecedents.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
SOC
SOC
SOC
MAT
1021
1022
1031
1032
1011
1012
1013
1041
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
Human Relations
General Mathematics
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
24
Total
3
3
1
3
3
3
16
RELATED COURSES
COMP
COMP
COMP
ADM
BIOL
BIOL
1110
1111
1111L
1061
1124
1125
Advanced Anatomy and Physiology
BIOL
REME
REME
REME
REME
REME
REME
REME
REME
REME
REME
REME
REME
1126
1201
1202
1203
1204
1205
2200
2201
2202R
2203
2203S
2204
2205
Basic Pathology
Introduction to Medical Records Sciences
Medical Records Sciences I
Medical Records Sciences II
Legal and Ethical Aspects of the Medical Records
Pre-Practice
Quality Improvement Systems in Medical Records
Medical Sciences Terminology
Classification Systems I
Supervised Practice
Practice Seminar
Classification Systems II
Health Information and Billing Computerized Systems
Total
Total Credits
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
83
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
2
3
3
39
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN RESPIRATORY CARE THERAPY
This program is designed to provide students with the theoretical and practical foundations required for a
Respiratory Care Therapist. The students demonstrate mastery of the therapeutic techniques, diagnostic methods
and patient evaluation. The students will be able use highly specialized equipment of the profession. Once the
students complete 1,200 hours of practice and the program requirements, the students will be able to take the Puerto
Rico Board Test for Respiratory Care Therapy and obtain their license according to the laws of Puerto Rico. The
students need to submit a Negative Certificate of Penal Antecedents.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
MAT
SOC
SOC
SOC
1021
1022
1031
1032
1041
1013
1011
1012
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
General Mathematics
Human Relations
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
24
Total
3
3
3
3
3
15
RELATED COURSES
QUIM
BIOL
BIOL
BIOL
REME
1121
1123
1127
1124
2201
General Chemistry
General Biology
Microbiology
RESP
RESP
RESP
REME
RESP
RESP
RESP
RESP
RESP
RESP
RESP
RESP
RESP
RESP
RESP
RESP
RESP
2701
2702
2703
1204
2704
2705
2706
2707
2711
2710
2708
2712
2715
2709
2710
2713
2716
Physics of the Cardio Respiratory Process
Fundaments of Respiratory Care I
Cardiopulmonary Physiopathology
Ethical and Legal Aspects of the Health Record
Fundaments of Respiratory Care II
Cardiopulmonary Diagnostic Methods
Pharmacology of the Cardio Respiratory System
Clinical Procedures I
Clinical Procedures II
Clinical Procedures III
Seminar Clinical Procedures I
Seminar Clinical Procedures II
Seminar Clinical Procedures III
Mechanical Ventilation
Fundaments of Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care
Administration of a Respiratory Care Unit
Integrated Concepts of Respiratory Therapy
Total
Total Credits
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
84
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
1
1
1
4
3
2
2
45
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN TOURISM
This program develops professionals with knowledge, principles and practices of the present tourism
industry. Students learn about travel fees and preparing flight tickets, excursions, travel routes and other services.
The students will master the basic marketing and hotel administration techniques. Knowledge of legal and ethical
aspects of tourism and the vast culture that supports it, allow the students to perform an excellent role regarding
intellectual, technical, and human aspects of the professional field. Graduates will be able to work in related areas
such as tourist guides, travel agents, wholesale excursions or cultural centers on the Island and other locations.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ESP
ESP
ING
ING
ING
MAT
SOC
SOC
SOC
1021
1022
1031
1032
2033
1041
1011
1012
1013
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Basic English I
Basic English II
General Mathematics
Human Relations
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
27
Total
3
3
6
RELATED COURSES
CONT
ADM
1050
1061
TUR
TUR
TUR
TUR
TUR
TUR
SOC
SOC
SOC
TUR
TUR
TUR
TUR
TUR
TUR
TUR
2601
2602
2603
2604
2604L
2606
1018
1019
1020
2605
2605L
2607
2608
2609
2610
2610S
Introduction to Tourism
Administration of a Travel Agency
Hotel Administration
Reservation Systems I
Reservation Systems I Laboratory
Tourist Guide
International Geography
Puerto Rico and its Tourist Regions
History of Puerto Rico
Reservation Systems II
Reservation Systems II Laboratory
Organizing Travel in the Wholesale Agency
Tourism Marketing
Legal and Ethical Aspects of Tourism
Supervised Practice
Supervised Practice Seminar
3
3
3
3
1
3
3
3
3
3
1
3
3
3
4
2
Total
Total Credits
Revised: July 2005
Duration: 24 months
85
44
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Curricular Syntheses of the Diploma and Certificate Programs
Diploma
1. (CISE) Office Clerk with Information Processing
One year
2. (ELE) Electricity Technology
One year
3. (ENFI) Personal Trainer
Two semesters
4. (MAST) Therapeutic Massage
One year
5. (REF) Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology
One year
6. (RECO) Computer Repair Technician
Two semesters
Certificate
1. (DAE) Expanded Functions Program for Dental Assistants
86
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OFFICE CLERK WITH INFORMATION PROCESSING
This program prepares the students to perform different tasks within the structure and operation of a modern
office in business, government and service agencies. In this program, the students acquire the knowledge and basic
skills in information and word processing using modern computer software.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
HOURS
GENERAL EDUCATION
ING
ING
ESP
ESP
SOC
1031
1032
1021
1022
1013
Basic English I
Basic English II
Basic Spanish I
Basic Spanish II
Human Relations
Total
3
3
3
3
3
15
45
45
45
45
45
225
Total
3
3
3
9
45
45
45
135
Total
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
27
75
75
75
60
75
45
45
60
45
555
RELATED COURSES
ING
ESP
CONT
1033
1023
1050
Business English
Business Spanish
PROFESIONAL COURSES
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
CISE
1071
1072
1073
1076R
1077
1989
1992
1996
1080
Elementary Production of Documents
Intermediate Production of Documents
Advanced Production of Documents
Information Processing I
Information Processing II
Document Administration and Management
Office Administration Procedures
Practicum
Medical Insurance Billing
Total hours
900
Total credits
51
Duration
12 months
Students are required to obtain a minimum “C” grade in the professional courses.
Revised: September 2004
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ELECTRICITY TECHNOLOGY
This program is designed to provide the students with the theoretical and practical foundations so students
can pass the exam offered by the Puerto Rico Expert Examining Board as stated in the 1992 Law 86. The course
provides the necessary tools so that individuals in the construction industry and system conservation can perform
their tasks easily. The course consists of a minimum of 1,095 hours within a 12 month period divided into three
semesters. Students must submit a Negative Certificate for Penal Antecedents to take the Expert Examination Board
Test.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
HOURS
GENERAL EDUCATION
MAT
ING
SOC
1041
1031
1013
General Mathematics
Basic English I
Human Relations
Total
3
3
3
9
45
45
45
135
Total
3
3
6
45
45
90
RELATED COURSES
MAT
ELT
1046
2400
Basic Electronics
PROFESIONAL COURSES
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
ELE
1221
1222
1223
1224
1226
1227
1149
1228
2306
2306L
Basic Electricity I
Basic Electricity II
Interior Wiring
Electrical Coding and Interpretation of Blueprints
Electrical Machinery
Electrical Motor Controls
Transmission and Distribution Lines
Expert Electrician Board Test Review
Integrated Circuits
Integrated Circuits Laboratory
Total
Total de credits
51
Total hours
1,065
Duration
1 year (12 months)
88
6
6
4
2
5
5
3 (1-2)
2
2
1
36
135
135
90
45
125
125
75
45
30
30
840
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PERSONAL TRAINER PROGRAM
This course prepares students to provide personal training geared to achieve physical efficiency of their
clients. The curriculum is founded on the guides established by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
and by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). The courses offer theoretical and application
concepts. The students learn about human anatomy and physiology, in addition to nutrition and how this knowledge
are integrated when preparing a personal physical training program. The study program includes the management
aspects related with the profession. This includes a practice period in a gym environment where the students apply
the knowledge acquired while under the supervision of a personal trainer. All credits approved in this program are
transferrable to the Associate Degree in Physical Fitness.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
HOURS
PROFESIONAL COURSES
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
3201
3202
3203
3204
3205
3206
3207
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
ENFI
3208
3209
3210
3211
3212
3213
3214
3215
3216
3217
Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology
Principles of Exercise Physiology
First Aid and CPR (Lab.)
Health Risks and Physical Condition Evaluation (Lab.)
Weight Lifting Techniques (Lab.)
Flexibility Training (Lab.)
Cardiovascular Training Concepts and
Program Design Lab.)
Strength Training Program Design
Nutrition for Personal Trainers
Alternate Exercise Program for the Personal Trainer (Lab.)
Training for Special Populations I
Prevention and Identification of Lesions
Change of Lifestyle and Wellbeing Training
Training for Special Populations II
Administration in Personal Training
Practicum
Personal Training Seminar
Total
Total Credits
38
Total Hours
720
Revised: June 2008
89
3
3
1
2
2
2
45
45
30
45
45
45
2
3
3
2
2
1
3
3
3
2
1
38
45
45
45
45
30
15
45
45
45
90
15
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THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
The Diploma Program in Therapeutic Massage trains students to offer clients/patients massage therapy that
produce physical, emotional and mental wellbeing. The students learn about anatomy, physiology, pathology and
kinesiology, as well as eastern and western massage techniques. In addition to In addition to the massage
techniques, courses in body work and other techniques such as aromatherapy, which can be incorporated into the
massages, are also included. The program provides students with professional development in a career as massage
therapist. Students must submit a Negative Certificate of Penal Antecedents to take the Massage Therapist Board
Test.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
HOURS
CURSOS RELACIONADOS
MAST
REME
MAST
MAST
3601
2201
3605
3606
Clinical Pathology
Anatomy and Physiology for Massage Therapists I
Anatomy and Physiology for Massage Therapists II
Total
4
3
4
3
14
60
45
60
45
210
4
3
4
2
2
75
60
60
45
45
2
2
2
2
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
40
45
45
45
45
45
45
45
45
45
45
90
45
870
PROFESIONAL COURSES
MAST
MAST
MAST
MAST
MAST
MAST
3602R
3603R
3604R
3607
3608
3609
MAST
MAST
MAST
MAST
MAST
MAST
MAST
MAST
MAST
MAST
Elective
3610
3611
3612
3617
3613
3614
3615
3616
3618
3619
Swiss Massage
Chair Massage
Self-care Strategies for the Massage Therapist
Structural Kinesiology and Palpation
Ancient Therapies: Shiatsu and Reflexology
Massages for Special Populations: Prenatal, Infants,
and Geriatrics
Lymphatic Draining
Aromatherapy Clinic
Clinical Massage I
Ethics, Business, and Professional Development
Clinical Massage II
Quiromassage
Spa Techniques
Hydrotherapy, Cryotherapy, and Thermotherapy
Sports Massage
Clinical Practice
Total
Total de Credits
54
Total Hours
1,080
Revised: February 2006
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REFRIGRERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING TECHNOLOGY
This program is designed to offers students complete training in the most advanced techniques in the
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning field, as well using the different precision instruments and basic knowledge of
electricity, controls and oxyacetylene soldering. Students are prepared to work repairing and installing domestic,
commercial and industrial equipment. The courses prepare the students to take the exam administered by the
Examining Board of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technicians. Students must submit a Negative Certificate of
Penal Antecedents.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
HOURS
GENERAL EDUCATION
MAT
ING
SOC
1041
1031
1013
General Mathematics
Basic English I
Human Relations
3
3
3
9
45
45
45
135
Fundamentals of Basic Electricity and Motor Controls
5
Fundamentals of Basic Electricity and Motor
Controls Laboratory
2
Motor Controls and Semiconductors
3
Motor Controls and Semiconductors Laboratory
2
Mechanical Foundations of Refrigeration
3
Mechanical Foundations of Refrigeration Laboratory
2
Domestic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
3
Domestic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Laboratory
2
Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration and Air Conditioning 3
Laboratory
2
Special Systems in Refrigeration and Mechanical and
Non-mechanical Air Conditioners
3
Special Systems in Refrigeration and Mechanical and
Non-mechanical Air Conditioners Laboratory
2
Fundamentals of Automobile Air Conditioning
3
Fundamentals of Automobile Air Conditioning Laboratory
2
Total
37
75
Total
PROFESIONAL COURSES
REF
REF
1141
1141L
REF
REF
REF
REF
REF
REF
REF
REF
1160
1160L
1162
1162L
1163
1163L
1164
1164L
REF
1165
REF
1165L
REF
REF
1166
1166L
Total Hours
900
Total Credits
46
Duration
Three semesters
91
60
45
60
45
60
45
60
45
60
45
60
45
60
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COMPUTER REPAIR TECHNICIAN
This program prepares students as personal computer repair and maintenance technicians. Students learn
the internal computer architecture as well as the operation, installation, and maintenance of peripherals associated to
the CPU. The program responds to the vision of the industry where personal computers will become a central
element of operations in homes and businesses.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
HOURS
GENERAL EDUCATION
MAT
ING
SOC
1041
1031
1013
General Mathematics
Basic English I
Human Relations
Total
3
3
3
9
45
45
45
135
Total
3
4
7
45
60
105
5
2
4
1
3
2
3
2
3
25
75
60
60
30
45
60
45
60
45
480
RELATED COURSES
ADM
RECO
2069
2908
Professional Certification Review
PROFESIONAL COURSES
RECO
RECO
RECO
RECO
RECO
RECO
RECO
RECO
COMP
2900
2900L
2901
2901L
2903
2903L
2905
2905L
2805
Fundamentals of Electronics for Computers
Fundamentals of Electronics for Computers Laboratory
Electronic Component Measures
Electronic Component Measures Laboratory
Computer Architecture
Computer Architecture Laboratory
Computer Configuration
Computer Configuration Laboratory
Microcomputer Networks I
Total
Total Credits
41
Total Hours
720
Revised: February 2006
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EXPANDED DUTIES FOR DENTAL ASSISTANTS PROGRAM
This program provides the fundamental theoretical and practical elements to enable Dental
Assistants to perform restorations and preventive procedures on dental patients. Students learn to
perform reversible dental restorative procedures, such as amalgams and resins, oral cleaning and
preparation of acrylic temporary restorations and intermediate foundations in a dentoform. In addition,
students will be able to perfect skills in taking x-rays. This program offers the students with the
experience of applying their knowledge to selected patients who are treated in a clinical laboratory with
the physical installations of Huertas Junior College and later in a dental office while conducting clinical
practice.
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
HOURS
PROFESIONAL COURSES
DAE
DAE
DAE
DAE
DAE
DAE
2195
2195L
2196
2196L
2197
2198
Restorative Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry Laboratory
Preventive Dentistry and Nutrition
Preventive Dentistry and Nutrition Laboratory
Clinical Laboratory
Supervised Practice
Total
Total Credits
16
Total Hours
480
Prepared: 1996
93
2
2
2
2
4
4
8
30
60
30
60
120
180
480
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
CODE
TITLE
CREDITS
ADM 1061
ADMINISTRATION PRINCIPLES
3 CRS
This course is designed for students in associate degree programs (regardless of the
specialization) that develop the traditional administration and human relations principles
to prepare effective and efficient professionals. This course seeks to provide the
students with the tools needed to learn to correctly analyze and distinguish the different
organizational situations they will find in the field and to make the most adequate
decisions in each case according to the procedures that will allow them to visualize
them as persons and professionals. The course introduces supervision principles to
develop effective leadership, motivational and team-working skills.
ADM 1062
MARKETING PRINCIPLES
PRE-REQUISITE: ADM 1061
3 CRS
This is a professional education course for students enrolled in the Associate Degree in
Management program. The course introduces the students to the principles that
regulate the marketing activity of products and services ranging from basic businesses
to the final consumers that are also part of the accounting registers. Topics discussed
include social fundamentals of marketing techniques, its administration and
environment, consumer behavior, market segmentation, pricing, distribution channels
and promotional activities, among other topics.
ADM 1063
ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR
3 CRS
This is a specialization course for students enrolled in the Associate Degree in
Management program. The course focuses on human relations as they apply to
organizational behavior. Topics include the foundations of human relations, personnel
development, motivation, moral and productivity, personnel problems, group behavior,
interpersonal communication, organizational design and leadership, among others.
ADM 2061
MERCANTILE LAW
4 CRS
In this course, students learn the common legal aspects in business transactions while
emphasizing legislation in Puerto Rico. In addition, special interest is given to studying
sales contracts, negotiable instruments, mortgage and bankruptcy documents.
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ADM 2062
HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATION
PRE-REQUISITE: SOC 1013
3 CRS
The main emphasis of this course regards the principles, techniques and policies
related to the administration of human resources in present day businesses. Topics
discussed include philosophy, tools and processes related to personnel administration.
Different aspects of human behavior are considered and solutions to personnel
problems are sought. The topics discussed in the course include planning, human
resources recruitment and selection, legal aspects regarding personnel, job analysis
and design, employee orientation and placement, interpersonal relationships,
compensation or retribution systems, employee development and evaluation, among
other topics.
ADM 2064
STRATEGIC ADMINISTRATION
PRE-REQUISITES: ADM 1061, ADM 1062
3 CRS
This course emphasizes strategic administration highlighting the elements that influence
achievement of business goals and objectives. Some of the topics discussed include
strategic administration process, philosophy, development, mission, strategy and its
integration, competitive external environment analysis, industrial structure, external
financial forces, technologies, regulatory and social policies, internal environment
analysis, financial position, product, marketing, research and development, physical
installations, equipment and human resources.
In addition, students learn how to implement different strategic alternatives, analyze
contingencies, restructuring, and administrative actions required, develop functional
strategies and motivation systems, strategic control processes and program evaluation,
global strategy, formulation and implementation, environment analysis, options and
organization of activities and case studies related to strategic administration.
ADM 2066
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
PRE-REQUISITES: ADM 1061, ADM 1062, CONT 1051
3 CRS
This course provides the students with the knowledge and basic skills to successfully
start and administer a business. The students apply their knowledge of accounting,
finance and marketing to prepare a business plan.
ADM 2067
LABOR LAWS
3 CRS
This course is geared to the discussion, analysis and evaluation of state and federal
labor legislation that rule the employer-employee relationships, the work conditions, as
well as the legal workday and salary in Puerto Rico. The students revise the federal and
state laws applicable to Puerto Rico and study the most significant ones. Topics
discussed include social legislation and labor legislation, employment relations,
employment compensation regulations and work conditions, among other topics.
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ADM 2068
TRAINING ADMINISTRATION
3 CRS
This course includes discussion, analysis and evaluation of the increasing demand in
the industry for workshops, seminars, establishment of a training environment,
successful organization of the administrative group, use of external resources, planning
seminars effectively, designing individual development plan and achieving active group
participation. Additional topics include using electronic information resources in training,
selecting the best setting for training and evaluating the results of a training program.
ADM 2069
SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
3 CRS
This course focuses on the formation and organization of businesses. It develops the
knowledge needed to resolve the problems of a small business. The course leads to the
comprehension of the following topics: selecting location, financing, budget, credit,
inventory control, and the process of purchase and sale of marketable goods and
services.
BIOL 1123
GENERAL BIOLOGY
3 CRS
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts and principles of
Biology. The course introduces the concepts of evaluation, classification, ecology, and
genetics of the different kingdoms.
BIOL 1124
HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide students with basic knowledge of human anatomy and
physiology. Topics discussed include the nervous, cardiovascular, muscular, skeletal,
digestive, urinary, endocrine, reproduction and respiratory systems. The course includes
the function and most common diseases.
BIOL 1125
ADVANCED ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
PRE-REQUISITE: BIOL 1124
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide the students with knowledge of the physiology of the
human body. The most common diseases are identified and their interaction in the
system is studied. Students learn related terminology and medical abbreviations.
BIOL 1126
BASIC PATHOLOGY
3 CRS
This course guides the students in studying the basic concepts of pathology and
physiology of diseases that affect the human organism. The course prepares the students
with the most modern techniques regarding symptoms, diagnostic, and required laboratory
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tests for the most common illnesses. Study of these topics prepares students to interpret
diagnostics for their respective coding.
BIOL 1127
MICROBIOLOGY
3 CRS
This course presents the essential aspects for identifying fungi, bacteria and virus and
the diseases these produce. Topics discussed include biology of microorganisms,
habitat, immunities, diagnostic procedures and drugs.
CISE 1071
ELEMENTARY DOCUMENT PRODUCTION
3 CRS
This course develops the students’ skills and techniques to work with the basic
computer keyboard function needed to complete different exercise to reach the course
goals. Part of the students’ preparation provides correction of words, proofing and
ethical principles that capacitate the future professional to work in public and private
agencies.
CISE 1072
INTERMEDIATE DOCUMENT PRODUCTION
3 CRS
This course focuses on the skills and typing techniques needed to develop different
business documents required in an office. Emphasis is given to grammar rules, style
and format in every exercise, in addition to integrating good attitudes and professional
relationships.
CISE 1073
ADVANCED DOCUMENT PRODUCTION
PRE-REQUISITES: CISE 1071, CISE 1072
3 CRS
This course provides the students with practice and training with modern equipment and
software programs. Students are provided with experience working with the
computerized system by preparing documents in which they apply word processing
operations ranging from basic to advanced, from the first stage of preparing a document
to the final stage of printing the document.
CISE 1076R
INFORMATION PROCESSING I
3 CRS
PRE-REQUISITES: CISE 1071, CISE 1072 (CONCURRENTLY)
This course was designed to provide the students with practice and training in using
information processing equipment. Students learn about teamwork components
Students have the experience of working with the system by preparing documents in
which they apply the basic functions of word processing software from the first stage of
preparing a document to its distribution and filing.
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CISE 1077
INFORMATION PROCESSING II
PRE-REQUISITE: CISE 1076
3 CRS
This course provides the students with practice in the use of word processing
equipment. Students also acquire experience working with the system by preparing
documents in which they apply advanced functions of the software.
CISE 1078
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
3 CRS
This course develops the students’ leadership skills and essential competences for a
more effective administration of office resources. Theoretical concepts, basic principles
and processes are discussed to implement the integrated electronic office and the
human aspects implicated in the change. Administrative duties are examined and topic
related to the automation, globalization, technology, labor laws, health and its
implications for the personnel and office systems are emphasized.
CISE 1079
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS MANAGEMENT
3 CRS
This course introduces the students to the use of software application in preparing
documents, administrating numerical and accounting data and the planning or
presentation of projects. The students quickly develop a general knowledge of the tools
used to carry out specified tasks. The course content includes working with Microsoft
Word, Internet, PowerPoint and Publisher.
CISE 1080
MEDICAL BILLING
3 CRS
This course introduces the students to the basic concepts of the different health
information systems. It requires that students master the definition and etymology of
medical terminology, the use of most common abbreviations and symbols in the health
field. Also, students learn about the requirements of medical insurance and methods for
billing effectively.
CISE 1086
SPEEDWRITING
3 CRS
This course introduces the principles, rules, phrases, and vocabulary in speedwriting.
Students learn to handwrite and read words, phrases, and sentences in Spanish.
Grammar is emphasized as well as the correct use of the rules of usage of the
language.
CISE 1989
DOCUMENT ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT
3 CRS
This course introduces the basic concepts and principles that regulate the
administration and management of documents. Students learn the different systems
used in document administration, including the electronic systems. The legal and ethical
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aspects are included with regard to information management in the patient records. The
course introduces students to different equipment and materials used to establish
effective document control and management system according to the needs of the
modern office.
CISE 1992
PROOFREADING TECHNIQUES
3 CRS
This course introduces the basic concepts and principles of proofreading, an important
skill in business writing. The course continues to reinforce knowledge of the spelling,
punctuation, grammar and writing skills; students are exposed to situations similar to
those at a real modern office so they proofread and correct documents critically.
CISE 1996
PRACTICUM
3 CRS
This course continues to develop typing skills and the ability to use modern office
equipment and technology efficiently. It also develops the students’ capacity to work
with minimum supervision following instructions specified according to the practice
exercises required in this course.
CISE 2070
SUPERVISED INTERNSHIP
2 CRS
PRE-REQUISITES: CISE 1073, CISE 1992, 15 HRS SEM
CISE 2086, CISE 1077, CISE 1078, CISE 2092
This course fosters the students’ development in a business; it complements learning of
all courses in a real environment. It allows students to use their skills and secretarial
abilities in office procedures according to the ability to perform effectively in an office.
This course seeks to develop the students’ potential within the work environment with
respect and a sense of service toward society in general.
CISE 2070S
SUPERVISED INTERNSHIP SEMINAR
1 CR
PRE-REQUISITES: Be enrolled in CISE 2070,
CISE 1073, CISE 1992, CISE 2086, CISE 1077, CISE 1989
CISE 1078
This seminar offers the students’ the opportunity to clarify their roles and resolve
situations that can occur at the practice site. The course includes professional and
personal development topics to improve performance at the office. Students must
complete 15 practice hours a week.
CISE 2081
SPEEDWRITING (ENGLISH)
3 CRS
The course presents the principles, special abbreviations, phrases and vocabulary of
the alphabetic writing system. It introduces reading, writing and transcribing English
abbreviations. It also emphasizes language and grammar rules. It also develops and
stimulates interest and skills in the subject matter.
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CISE 2095
SPEEDWRITING TRANSCRIPTION
3 CRS
This course introduces students to transcription of documents using the computer and
applying the abbreviated principles used in Speedwriting in English and Spanish. The
course also develops and strengthens knowledge of spelling, punctuation, grammar and
writing style when preparing office documents in any of the two languages. The course
also provides the opportunity to develop secretarial skills for taking dictation and
reinforcing acceptable transcription.
COMP 1110
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER KEYBOARDING
3 CRS
This course is designed to develop the basic keyboarding skills. The students will
master the alphabet, number, symbols, and special functions keys of a personal
computer. The students will apply practical and theoretical concepts and information in
documents and related to their specialization using the most recent Microsoft Word
software.
COMP 1111
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
3 CRS
This is an introductory course in which students learn about computer systems.
Students learn the basic theoretical and technical concepts in addition to the different
types of modern systems while focusing on using personal computers (PC) and it
operation for business, education and personal use. The course provides students with
the opportunities to use current applications such as Word processing, electronic
worksheets, and the Windows operative systems, as well as presentation software.
COMP 1111L
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITE: MUST BE TAKEN WITH COMP 1111
1 CR
In this laboratory, the students apply the concepts learned in the Introduction to
Computers course. Students operate and manage personal computers and different
software applications: Windows operative system, electronic sheet, word processing
and presentation.
COMP 1112
BASIC COMPUTER LANGUAGE
PRE-REQUISITES: COMP 1111, COMP 1111L
3 CRS
This course includes operation of one of the most advanced software in the
programming field of personal computers. Students create databases, forms, as well as
content and structure by using objects and events in an application that allows the
students to develop skills learned in the Visual Basic course. Students learn about the
relationship between databases and how to use software as a way to develop
commercial applications.
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COMP 1112L
BASIC COMPUTER LANGUAGE LABORATORY
1 CR
PRE-REQUISITES: COMP 1111L; MUST BE TAKEN WITH
COMP 1112
This course has been designed to allow students to apply and explain the concepts
learned in the theoretical course (COMP 1112) by studying the variety of software.
COMP 1113
COMPUTER LOGIC
3 CRS
This is a fundamental theoretical and practical course about the development concepts of
logic, use of programming techniques and programming tools such as Card Layout to
identify entry files, Printer Spacing Chart, the exit report, algorithms, ordered steps to
resolve problems, flowcharts and value charts. Students are exposed to different
methodologies used for developing the logic of a program. Students acquire the necessary
skills to develop an ordered and logical process which will be used to code a program in
any high level language.
COMP 1117
COMPUTER FOUNDATIONS
3 CRS
This is an introductory course in the Associate Degree in Technology. Students learn
about computers in general. They learn basic theoretical and technical computer
related concepts, in addition to the different types of modern systems, focusing on the
operation of the personal computer (PC), especially in its personal use in business,
industry and education. The course provides students with the opportunity to learn
about new software such as Word processing, electronic worksheets, graphic software,
diagnostic software and operational systems, such as Windows.
COMP 2116
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
PRE-REQUISITES: CONT 1050, CONT 1051
3 CRS
In this course, students learn to work with electronic worksheets and applications such as
charts and databases. The foundations, functions and applications within the
administrative area are discussed. Operations and formulas are integrated into practice
with electronic worksheets.
COMP 2118
ANALYSIS AND SYSTEMS DESIGNS
3 CRS
This course has been designed with the purpose of providing the students with the
opportunity to analyze and design their own system (at their discretion) similar to
business systems used in the work environments. Students analyze and design a non
computerized business and then they automate it. Students learn the life cycle phases
of information systems and they will put it into practice in the design of their system.
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COMP 2801
OPERATIVE SYSTEMS
PRE-REQUISITES: COMP 1111, COMP 1111L
4 CRS
This course offers the students a general view of the structure and functions of the
operative systems. The course focuses on the different operative systems currently
available in the market, such as Windows/95, Windows NT, UNIX, OS/2, DOS. Topics
discussed include basic skills about the different operative systems’ functions. The
course includes a laboratory that provides exercises to develop the necessary skills.
COMP 2802
OPERATING MICROCOMPUTERS
3 CRS
PRE-REQUISITES: COMP 1110, COMP 1111, COMP 1111L
This course exposes the students to the use and operation of the most modern and
advanced techniques regarding microcomputers. The correct use and good
management of data are part of the efficient use of resources in a business. Through
in depth experience using the applications – word processing, electronic work sheets,
publications, among others – students develop the necessary skills to become a support
agent in the organization.
COMP 2803
DATABASES
4 CRS
This course presents the fundamental concepts of databases, data models, working
with data, and database designs that emphasis on the model database rationale. The
main focus is towards the study of data structures and the management of data bases.
An analysis of the use of data bases in the solution process of entrepreneurship
problems is established with emphasis in the uploading, updating, management,
storage and information access. This includes the analysis of topics such as: data
models and data base methodology design. Data base management system products
are analyzed for microcomputers with emphasis in the SQL use.
COMP 2804
INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET
3 CRS
This course is designed to prepare students to navegate and operate the Internet
efficiently. The course includes Internet concepts such as: Internet Explorer, Gopher,
Telnet, E-Mail, Yahoo, Lan, Wan, and World Wide Web. Students will be able to operate
the Internet to perform information searches. Students learn about Internet connections,
communication networks and they develop a webpage with the different Internet tools.
COMP 2805
MICROCOMPUTER NETWORKS I
3 CRS
PRE-REQUISITES: COMP 1111, COMP 1111L, COMP 2801
This course is the first on a sequence of two courses. The course provides an
introduction to the technological concepts related to local microcomputer networks.
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Students explore the main components of local microcomputer networks and the basic
functions for their operation and administration. The course examines the operative
systems of networks, such as Novell Netware and Microsoft NT. Students evaluate
other network operative systems. The main characteristics of network operative
systems are analyzed in addition to the facility of administration, operations, utilities,
security plan and ability to interact with other network operative systems.
COMP 2806
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM
FEATURES
3 CRS
This course discusses the necessary elements and concepts related to the
administration of informatics technology administration in organizations. The topics
included in the course are related to planning, development of operational procedures,
project management, administrative features in the acquisition of the informatics
technology, development of plans, ethical and legal aspects associated with the area.
In this course, the students are exposed to cases and situations related to the decision
making process for managing critical problems that emerge in the computer systems.
Students analyze development and acquisition of technology case studies and their
financial implication, maintenance contracts, and evaluation of computer or systems
equipment.
COMP 2807
DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE OF
MICROCOMPUTER SYSTEMS
PRE-REQUISITE: COMP 2801
3 CRS
This course prepares students to provide support for diagnostic and correction of
problems and maintenance of microcomputer systems. The course includes the basic
concepts of the main components of microcomputers, diagnostic methods and tools,
solving problems and maintenance of microcomputers. Students learn the necessary
terminology to prepare a service or maintenance contract for a computer system. The
course includes a laboratory that provides exercises so students become familiar with
problem diagnostic and correction and maintenance of the systems.
COMP 2808
MICROCOMPUTER NETWORKS II
PRE-REQUISITES: COMP 2805
3 CRS
This course examines the aspects needed for implementing and administrating local
microcomputer networks. Topics included relate to the necessary skills for the local
microcomputer networks, evaluation of different network models, equipment and
software components, network protocols, mechanisms for evaluation of the
performance of the network and diagnostic and solution of common problems on a
computer networks.
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COMP 2809
TRAINING AND SKILL BUILDING
(PRACTICE AND SEMINAR)
PRE-REQUISITES: COMP 1110, COMP 1111,
COMP 1111L, COMP 1112, COMP 1112L,
COMP 2801 TO COMP 2808
3 CRS
The purpose of this course is to help the students relate to the world of work. In this
course, the students integrate to the workplace the concepts learned and developed in
the course. The course comprises the discussion of the job search, attitudes toward the
labor world and adapting to technological changes.
CONT 1050
SECRETARIAL ACCOUNTING
3 CRS
The course is designed for students in the Associate Degree in Secretarial Sciences
and the Associate Degree in Tourism program. It includes processing and registry of all
business activity of a service industry. The course introduces basic concepts and
accounts associated to business transactions in a business, the debit/credit
mechanisms, general major and financial statements. It also develops topics regarding
bank reconciliation and payroll associated to the control and financial responsibility of a
business.
CONT 1051
ACCUNTING PRINCIPLES I
PRE-REQUISITE: MAT 1042
4 CRS
This course introduces the students to the basic accounting principles used in
processing the commercial data of a service and purchase-and-sale business. The
course includes definition of related concepts and introduction to the basic accounts of
the accounting system. In addition, students learn the debit/credit mechanisms, general
major and the pertinent financial statements. Also included are special journals, buy
and sell transactions and the electronic accounting process.
CONT 2051
PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING II
PRE-REQUISITE: CONT 1051
4 CRS
The course continues the study of the basic accounting principles used for processing
data in an organization. Some of the topics included in the course are: plant actives
and intangibles, payroll system, accounts receivable, accounting for mercantile
associations, accounting for corporations and inventory procedures and methods. Also
included are topics related to effective internal cash controls of a business.
CONT 2052
INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING
4 CRS
This course provides a detailed study of the generally accepted accounting principles
and their foundations, according to their application to presentation and divulging of
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accounting information in financial statements and related notes. The course also
includes journal entries, accounts receivable/payable entries, adjustments and financial
statements.
CONT 2054
PUERTO RICO INCOME TAX
4 CRS
This is a specialization course for students enrolled in the Associate Degree in
Accounting. In this course, students analyze and interpret the Puerto Rico Income Tax
Law, its regulation and implementation. Topics discussed include historical background,
Puerto Rico tax system, types of taxpayers, retention on the origin, inclusions and gross
income exclusions, estimated income tax return form, individual return form, societies,
corporations and the corresponding appendices.
CONT 2055
COST ACCOUNTING
4 CRS
This course directs the students in the study of the administrative concepts and function
of the comptroller. Students learn about the costs accounting information system, cost
accumulation procedures, costs systems, by work orders and process. Costs,
production, real and applied indirect expense reports are analyzed.
CONT 2056
COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING
4 CRS
In this course, the students learn about computerized accounting practices. They learn
and practice about the existing relationship and integration of the components of each
accounting system. Students apply knowledge about the type of information stored,
forms for collecting data used, procedures performed and reports produced by the
systems.
CONT 2058
ENTREPRENEURAL TRAINING
2 CRS
PRE-REQUISITES: CONT 1051, CONT 2051, CONT 2052
CONT 2054
The purpose of this course is to introduce accounting students to a practical office
experience where the complete accounting cycle is completed. A professor from the
Institution, as well as a supervisor from the practice office, supervises the practice.
CONT 2059
ENTREPRENEURAL TRAINING SEMINAR
1 CR
The purpose of this course is to introduce the accounting students to topics regarding
the job market, specifically related to the practice of accounting. The necessary tools
needed to adapt existing requirements of the job market are provided.
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DAC 1181
ANATOMY AND HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
3 CRS
This course analyzes the physiological anatomy by studying all the systems of the human
body. Emphasis is given to the study of the head and the neck.
DAC 1182
ANATOMY AND DENTAL TERMINOLOGY
3 CRS
Students enrolled in this course acquire knowledge of dental anatomy and dental
terminology. Among other aspects, students learn about the oral cavity, the number,
composition, and function of the teeth and mouth tissues.
DAC 1182L
ANATOMY AND DENTAL TERMINOLOGY
LABORATORY
1 CR
In this course, students expand their knowledge acquired in the Dental Anatomy course.
Different techniques and practical experiences that lead to a more profound knowledge
of dental anatomy are used.
DAC 1183
DENTAL MATERIALS
PRE-REQUISITES: DAC 1182, DAC 1182L
3 CRS
In this course, the students learn about dental materials used in modern dentistry.
DAC 1183L
DENTAL MATERIALS LABORATORY
REQUISITE: CONCURRENT WITH DAC 1183
1 CR
This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to apply knowledge
acquired in the theoretical course, Dental Materials. Different techniques and practical
experiences are used through which students learn to manipulate and mix different
dental materials. In addition, the course provides the students with a workshop in which
to apply knowledge of dental materials.
DAC 1184
DENTAL RADIOLOGY
PRE-REQUISITES: DAC 1182, DAC 1182L
3 CRS
In this course, students learn the fundamental aspects of dental radiology and its
applications. The course includes the theoretical aspects regarding the use of dental
radiology as a diagnostic tool and the techniques for taking intraoral and external x-rays.
DAC 1184P
DENTAL RADIOLOGY LABORATORY
CONCURRENTLY WITH DAC 1184
1 CR
This course increases students’ theoretical knowledge acquired in the Dental Radiology
course. Various strategies and practical experiences are used to provide more depth of
knowledge and application to dental radiology. In this course, the student will have the
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opportunity to work with the equipment used to take dental x-rays and develop the film
by using the appropriate chemical liquids.
DAC 1185
MICROBIOLOGY AND ORAL PATHOLOGY
PRE-REQUISITES: DAC 1181, DAC 1182
3 CRS
In this course, students acquire knowledge of oral microbiology as it is applied to modern
dentistry. Students analyze the problems related to the contamination of organisms that
are produced in a dental office and how to prevent them. Students also acquire the basic
theoretical knowledge regarding oral pathology.
DAC 1186
CLINICAL SCIENCES I
PRE-REQUISITES: DAC 1183, DAC 1183L, DAC 1184
DAC 1184L
3 CRS
In this course, the students learn about the dental clinical procedures. The course
introduces the students to the different functions and clinical situations in the patients’ oral
health and education.
DAC 1186L
CLINICAL SCIENCES I LABORATORY
REQUISITE: CONCURRENTLY WITH DAC 1186
1 CR
This course represents the practical application of knowledge acquired in the technical
courses of clinical sciences.
DAC 2181R
PHARMACOLOGY
PRE-REQUISITE: DAC 1185
3 CRS
This course is designed to prepare the students in managing medication used in
dentistry and substances used for controlling infections in the dental office.
DAC 2182
CLINICAL SCIENCES II
3 CRS
In this course, the students continue learning about the procedures in the Dental Clinic.
Planned experiences expand the students’ knowledge in using instruments related to the
different dental procedures.
DAC 2182P
CLINICAL SCIENCES II LABORATORY
REQUISITE: CONCURRENTLY WITH DAC 2182
1 CR
This course develops knowledge previously acquired in Clinical Sciences II. Through
the experiences in this course, the students learn to work with different instruments
used in clinical procedures.
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DAC 2183
NUTRITION AND PREVENTION
3 CRS
This course introduces the students in application of the methods used in the preventive
phase of dental treatment. It also provides notions about prevention of contagious
diseases.
DAC 2186
EXTERNAL CLINICS
PRE-REQUISITE: DAC 2186S
4 CRS
In this course, the students apply all knowledge acquired in the previous two years to
demonstrate their technical, intellectual, and human capacity. The students apply
knowledge in real work scenarios. Students take x-rays, select instruments, mix materials,
prepare inventory and use computers for dental billing.
DAC 2186S
EXTERNAL CLINICS SEMINAR
PRE-REQUISITE: CONCURRENTLY WITH DAC 2186
2 CRS
This course expands the students’ knowledge regarding the tasks of a Dental Assistant in
a modern dental office through lectures on related relevant topics. On another hand,
different learning experiences at the practice centers are performed and discussed.
DAC 2187
DENTAL PROCEDURES BILLING
PRE-REQUISITE: COMP 1110
3 CRS
This course is designed to prepare the Dental Assistant students in handling and
operating Dentalmax software. The software includes the patients’ record, an
appointment module, an insurance company module, and modules for office letter,
statistics practice and system control.
DAE 2195
RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
2 CRS
This course comprises the morphology of deciduas and permanent teeth, patient
occlusion, classification of cavities. It also includes preparation of design, materials,
equipment, and their function in the amalgam and resin and the characteristics and
indications for use of cements and bases. In the course, the students learn how to
prepare temporary acrylic teeth for fixed restorations in addition to the basic concepts
for the use of temporary teeth in pulpotomies and pulpectomies.
DAE 2195L
RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITE: SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH DAE 2195
2 CRS
In this course, the students practice restoring teeth in amalgam and resin. Students also
prepare temporary teeth in acrylic or intermediate bases using preparations in
dentoform. Students use and work with the equipment needed to make restorations.
They work with cements and bases used in dentistry before the final restoration is
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made. Students practice the theoretic knowledge acquired in the Restorative Dentistry
course.
DAE 2196
PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY AND NUTRITION
2 CRS
The students in this course acquire the knowledge of basic concepts about preventive
dentistry, nutrition and methods for preventing dental cavities and periodontal diseases.
Students will also acquire theoretical knowledge to carry out oral prophylaxis with hand
instruments and the cavitron. The students will manage the pediatric and adult patients’
anxiety.
DAE 2196L
PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY AND NUTRITION
LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITE: SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH DAE 2196
2 CRS
In this course, the students have the experience of developing orientation systems for
patients founded on prevention of oral diseases and nutrition. In addition, students will
practice performing oral prophylaxis using hand instruments and cavitron. Students also
apply sealant to fissures and fluoride.
DAE 2197
CLINICAL LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITE: DAE 2195, DAE 2195L, DAE 2196
DAE 2196L
4 CRS
This course is designed to allow students to perform what they have learned about the
correct manner to restore teeth previously prepared for an amalgam or resin restoration
in real patients. Students also perform preventive procedures such as applying
sealants to fissures and oral prophylaxis. Students are supervised by a Dentist and by a
Dental Assistant with expanded duties and will comply with a predetermined number of
practice hours and requirements.
DAE 2198
SUPERVISED PRACTICE
PRE-REQUISITE: DAE 2195, DAE 2195L, DAE 2196
DAE 2196L
4 CRS
This course is designed so that the students of the Expanded Functions programs can
practice previously acquired knowledge in the Restorative and Preventive courses and
laboratories in a real private dental office.
DIB 1193
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER AIDED
DRAFTING (AUTOCAD)
PRE-REQUISITES: DIB 1210, DIB 1211
4 CRS
This course is designed to prepare the students to draw blueprints using AutoCAD. This
is a theoretic and practical course that includes study of computer software and
hardware, as well as study of the main menu, the fundamental commands, and the
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basic topics for using the software. Each student has access to a computer which
assures adequate development of the necessary skills for the job market.
DIB 1195
INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING
(AUTOCAD)
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide the students with educational experiences in using
the AutoCAD software. Through intensive training using the software commands and
through continuous practice, the students develop the necessary skills to compete
adequately with technological requirements. Students must demonstrate speed,
precision, and neatness when they prepare technical drawings, skills needed in
architects and engineers’ offices and in the industry.
DIB 1195L
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING LABORATORY
INTERMEDIATE (AUTOCAD)
CO-REQUISITE: DIB 1195
3 CRS
This course offers students the opportunity to practice the commands and information
about AutoCAD. The students use the computer, as well as special add ons such as
peripherals. Through continuous practice, the students develop speed and preciseness
in the execution of technical drawings.
DIB 1200
TECHNICAL DRAFTING
PRE-REQUISITE: ELECTRICAL PROGRAM
2 CRS
This course focuses on the principles of graphic language applied to the theoretic and
practices acquired in electronic, refrigeration and air conditioning, and electrical
technology. The course offers students the opportunity to determine the amount of
materials and equipment as specified. It also facilitates learning experiences that lead to
the development of drafting skills.
DIB 1210
BASIC DRAFTING I
PRE-REQUISITE: DRAFTING PROGRAM
4 CRS
This course has been designed to facilitate learning experiences that lead to the
development of drafting skills. The course seeks to provide the students with the
fundamental knowledge that will prepare them to create simple designs that describe
the form and size of objects. In this course, students develop visualization, safe work
habits, as well as speed, preciseness, and clean lines (presentation).
Through the course, the students develop skills in operating drafting equipment.
Students are familiarized with the line alphabet; they draw letters using drafting tools, as
well as defining and drawing geometric constructions. Likewise, the students learn to
use different scales (architect, engineer, decimal and metric scales). Through
continuous practice, the students develop skills and abilities in working with the tools
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and techniques that will help them perform the basic tasks in the course.
DIB 1211R
BASIC DRAFTING II
PRE-REQUISITE: DIB 1210
4 CRS
This course has been designed to facilitate learning experiences that lead to the
development of drafting skills. This is a continuation of the Basic Drafting I course. This
course aspires to increase the students’ fundamental knowledge to prepare them to
create drawings that describe the form of objects. The students develop visualization,
safe work habits, and they develop preciseness, speed and cleanliness in drawing lines.
The course includes topics such as auxiliary views, sections, axonometric and oblique
projections. Through the use of the drafting table and the drawing instruments, the
students will develop the necessary manipulative skills for technical drafting.
DIB 1212R
ARCHITECTURAL DELINEATION I
5 CRS
This course has been designed to provide students with learning experiences in
designing building blueprints using the drafting table. The course prepares students in
principles of planning and making architectural blueprints. The students design
residential or office one floor blueprints using drafting instruments. Likewise, students
design elevations, architectural sections and symbols for materials.
The course includes the use of the architectural scale, study of architectural symbols, as
well as use of conventional practices according to the Regulation and Permits
Administration (ARPE, Spanish acronym). Through the acquired experiences and
constant practice, students have the opportunity to review and strengthen knowledge in
the field of architectural delineation. The course provides the students with the basic
knowledge about construction blueprints that will be developed on the computer. This
course exposes the students to learning of different elements, sequences, and
principles of blueprints used for reinforcement of roofs and to learn about the necessary
regulation for developing blueprints according to the requirements of the Planning Board
and ARPE.
DIB 1213R
ARCHITECTURAL DELINEATION II
4 CRS
This course exposes students to learning the different elements, sequences, and
principles of reinforcement blueprints for roofs and foundations. The course also
provides the students with the concepts and basic blueprints for draining from roofs and
plumbing, architectural and basic principles in electrical blueprints and plumbing
blueprints. The course offers the students the opportunity to develop manipulative skills
and to acquire knowledge about the agencies that regulate structural and mechanical
blueprints. Through individualized and supervised learning techniques, students draw
blueprints that they will also produce using AutoCAD software.
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DIB 1214
ARCHITECTURAL DELINEATION III
PRE-REQUISITE: DIB 1213R
4 CRS
This course is a continuation of the courses Architectural Delineation I and Architectural
Delineation II. The course continues exposing the students to the principles and
elements of architectural design. Students learn about the regulations associated to
civil drafting, in drawing situation blueprints, localization and zoning. Students also
learn about bathroom and kitchen blueprints and about calculations and stairs details.
DIB 2192R
COMPUTER ASSISTED (AUTOCAD)
THREE DIMENSIONAL AND PERSPECTIVE DRAFTING
PRE-REQUISITES: DIB 2193, DIB 1213, DIB 1214
3 CRS
In this course, the students acquire the necessary techniques for making mechanical
and architectural three dimensional drawings using computers.
DIB 2193
ADVANCED COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING
AND GRAPHICS (ADVANCED AUTOCAD)
PRE-REQUISITES: DIB 1195, DIB 1195L, DIB 1213
4 CRS
This course is designed to help students develop advanced skills in computer aided
technical drafting. The course emphasizes skills related to orthographic and pictorial
drafting. Through the acquired knowledge and techniques, the students make drawings
that describe the form of objects.
DIB 2210
COSTS AND MATERIALS ANALYSIS
2 CRS
This course prepares the students to calculate the detailed costs of materials as
specified in the blueprint. In addition to determining the specific amount of materials
and equipment needed (by applying the formulas to calculate perimeter, area, and
volume), students will make direct and indirect cost estimates such as, insurance,
contributions to government agencies, unplanned costs, and so forth.
DIB 2211R
MECHANICAL AND INDUSTRIAL DELINEATION
4 CRS
The Mechanical and Industrial Delineation course introduces the students to the
foundations of mechanical and industrial drafting through the study and analysis of the
physical description of objects, the industrial processes and engineering regulations.
The course includes topics such as assembly drafting, soldering drafting, structural
delineation, industrial pipes drafting, air conditioning conduct blueprints and introduction
to civil drafting (topography). By using the drafting table and drafting instruments,
students develop necessary manipulative skills in drawing mechanical and industrial
blueprints.
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DIB 2213R
PRESENTATION DRAFTING AND SCALED MODELS
PRE-REQUISITES: DIB 1212, DIB 2211R
3 CRS
In this course, students acquire educational experiences in the different presentation
methods used in the industry. Students develop scaled models of a structure using
information included in the drawing. Students also develop the necessary skills for
graphic description of structures from the two-dimensional to the three-dimensional
drawings used in the occupational market.
DIB 2214
PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL ASPECTS
FOR THE DRAFTSPERSON
PRE-REQUISITES: DIB 1213, ESP 1022
3 CRS
In this course, the students learn the different aspects of the profession: ethical and
technical aspects indispensible in performing as a draftsperson. The course seeks to
provide the students knowledge about the laws that guide the profession, the
organization that represents draftspersons in the country and the ethics of the
profession. It also familiarizes the students with the different agencies, professions and
associations related to the profession. The course allows the students to visualize
developing their business and office and how the different agencies work after
requesting the permits.
The students will have the opportunity to build their professional portfolio, write their
resume and different employment letters; learning activities will help them develop the
necessary characteristics for self-employment and how to make presentations. The
students will learn the use and operation of electronic resources, such as accessing the
Internet, opening an email account, and managing other software.
DIB 2215
BOARD TEST REVIEW FOR DRAFTSPERSONS
4 CRS
PRE-REQUISITE: HAVE APPROVED ALL THE DRAFTING
COURSES IN SEMESTERS FIRST - FIFTH
This course prepares students to take the Test for Draftspersons offered by the
Examining Board for Draftspersons of Puerto Rico.
The course includes how to
complete and submit the application and documentation for taking the exam and
simulations about the theoretic exercises and practices included in the board test. This
course reviews all the basic knowledge of the content on the test.
DISE 3800
HISTORY OF GRAPHIC ART IN PUERTO RICO
3 CRS
In this course, students learn the basic concepts about the evolution of art from prehistoric art to contemporary art. The course includes study of the fundamental elements
needed to appreciate an art piece. The course incorporates content about the history,
characteristics and nature of graphic design in Puerto Rico. The most important artists
and leaders, the creations through the generations and their effect on graphic art are
included among the topics in this course.
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DISE 3801
BASIC ILLUSTRATION
3 CRS
In this course, the students begin to study the principles and foundations of illustrations
in their various manifestations. The course includes basic concepts about rules of light,
shadow, perspectives, balance, drawing lines, cubes, etc. The course seeks to provide
students with illustration foundations and techniques.
DISE 3802
INTRODUCTION TO GRAPHIC DESIGN
3 CRS
This course includes topics about the principles, reasons, and needs for graphics.
Students learn about the origin and creators of graphic designs, and why visual
communication means that can be comprehended by all are needed.
DISE 3803
IMPRESSION 1 AND COLOR REPRODUCTION
3 CRS
This course comprises the history and evolution of printing from Gutemberg to the
digitalization processes in terms of concepts, formats, and processes. The course is
complemented with the study of primary and secondary colors, combinations of color
and how these work together. Included in the course is knowledge about the color
printing process that differentiates the realm of colors distinguishable to the human eye
and those that machines can recognize. International formulas such as Pantone,
Trumach, color in RGB (through light) and CMYK colors (through printing) are studied.
The course also speaks to how color is used as a source of information, attributes and
capacities of color. Concepts introduced by the Swiss painter Johannes Itten are
included and the importance of these concepts in the visual communication industry and
how these are reproduced in the different printing sources.
DISE 3804
INTERMEDIATE GRAPHIC DESIGN
PRE-REQUISITE: DISE 3802
3 CRS
In this course, students continue learning about the fundaments of graphic designs and
their creators. Students discuss the rules and existing formulas regarding creativity,
justification for different pieces and the generation and production of ideas. Students
develop knowledge about the preparation and presentation of concepts for their client
founded on their interests and requests. Also included in the course are concepts,
values and marketing strategies.
DISE 3805
TYPOGRAPHY
3 CRS
This course provides basic knowledge of the history of typography, its beginnings and
justifications. Students learn how it was developed and how the alphabet was created,
its beginnings and development in the printing field. Students also learn the terminology,
languages and typographical rules and how these are integrated into the image.
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DISE 3806
IMPRESSION II AND PRE-PRINTING
3 CRS
This course consists of a review of the history of printing up to the digitalization
processes. Students learn the formats and methods used in analogous pre-printing
(negatives, DTP, the plate, burner, chemicals, structure and final product. The course
leads the student to understand the transformation process of the analogous formats to
the digital formats. The course includes digital impressions, reproduction, duplication
and digital impression within the offset format, the differences among powder and
crayon, ink format and laser format. Also included in the course are future printing
methods.
DISE 3807
DIGITAL IMAGING I
3 CRS
In this course, students initiate the study of the creation and manipulation of images
process in digital format. The students use tools and basic windows of a image
digitalization software. This course introduces the students to the basic techniques for
manipulating, retouching, and correcting images and illustrations. The knowledge
acquired will allow students to work successfully continue working with this software in
the next course (DISE 3810).
DISE 3808
LAYOUT I
3 CRS
In this course, students learn to use the tools available for creating and assembling
publicity art, publications such as newspapers, magazines, and general pieces
consisting of more than two pages. To develop these skills, students use layout
software.
DISE 3809
DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION I
3 CRS
This course consists of the study of software for creating illustrations in digital format.
Students learn the tools and windows in the illustrator software as a model program in
great demand in the market to manipulate and create digital illustrations and learn the
description of the vector language.
DISE 3810
DIGITAL IMAGING II
This course consists of the advanced study of
design market. Students learn and practice to
make picture assembly and integrate images.
and windows for color adjustment of white
composed of images and illustrations creatively.
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software generally used in the graphic
manipulate, correct, and retouch color,
They also learn to use filters, effects,
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DISE 3811
DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION II
3 CRS
This course continues to maximize use of software for creating illustrations in digital
format. Students are already familiar with the illustrator software; therefore this course
focuses on advanced features of the software.
DISE 3812
LAYOUT II
3 CRS
This course consists of creating and assembling publicity art, publications such as
newspapers, magazines, and general pieces that have more than two pages. A well
known software in the graphic design market is used to develop these skills because it
represents a powerful tool for these purposes.
DISE 3813
COMPUTERIZED ANIMATION
3 CRS
This course has been designed to develop students’ skills in preparing videos,
animations, and fine tuning Web pages or interactive CDS. To develop the skills, very
important software in the market is used. Skills developed comprise how to include
color and movement in combination with knowledge of design.
Students learn to
illustrate in the software, recognize and use the tools and windows. In using this
software, students will be able to work with texts and graphics, with shields and
symbols, frame by frame animation, creating buttons and basic interactivity, add
sounds, videos and code a program.
DISE 3814
BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY
3 CRS
This course comprises the study and use of the basic principles that guide taking digital
photographs. The course focuses on the equipment, lens, focus, shadow, light, focal
point and background. Included in the course is the study of artificial light and black and
white compositions. Students learn how to work with images on digital software to
improve results. This software will be used in the Digital I and II courses.
DISE 3815
INTERNSHIP
PRE-REQUISITES: HAVING PASSED ALL COURSES
IN THE FIFTH SEMESTER
3 CRS
In this practice, the students will have the opportunity of gaining experience and training
in working with clients or job centers. Students are expected to apply knowledge
acquired in previous courses. Students will work in different areas according to the
needs of the practice center. Students are expected to work using important programs
for the industry. They will work with the discussion, presentation, development of
concepts and ideas from the beginning until they achieve assembly of the project in a
digital format. Students will be observed by the supervisor of the facilities as well as by
professor charged with the student internship.
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DISE 3816
WEB PAGE DESIGN
3 CRS
This course consists in the study and application of software used to create web pages
for the Internet. Creating these web pages is facilitated through the use of software that
combines their great capacity for assembly using an HTML foundation. The course
uses software used greatly in the market and the use of other useful tools. The
combination of these elements facilitates the development of the students’ capacity for
creating, editing, managing and maintaining web pages on the Internet.
ECON 2994
PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMY
3 CRS
This course introduces students to the study of economical theories and practices
according to the way they affect society and the individual. The topics discussed
include price and exchange value, production and employment and their relationship
with social welfare, national income, international exchanges, public finances and
business cycles, the government and its influence on the economical system, among
other topics.
ELE 1149
TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION LINES
PRE-REQUISITES: ELE 1221, ELE 1223, ELE 1224
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide the students with knowledge about different electrical
transmission lines and distribution components, either aerial or subterraneous.
Topics such as cable characteristics, power system condenser applications, regulations
and losses, relays, switches and insulators are discussed. The course also includes
applicable norms and regulations and laboratory sections for the practice of skills
learned in the course.
ELE 1221
BASIC ELECTRICITY I
6 CRS
In this course, students learn the basic theories of electrical current and their effects,
types of currents and methods for their production. They also learn the basic laws
applicable to electrical phenomena such as Ohms Law, Kirchhoff Law, and Watts Law.
They learn the basics for magnetism, electromagnetism, resistive and inductive circuits,
capacitive circuits in series and parallel. The students also learn about the laws,
amendments and rules of the electrical profession in Puerto Rico.
A series of laboratory sections provide the students time to get acquainted with
measuring instruments and the techniques used to measure current, voltage, resistance
and wattage through multiple experiments.
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ELE 1222
BASIC ELECTRICITY II
PRE-REQUISITE: ELE 1221, CONCURRENTLY WITH
ELE 1223
6 CRS
This course broadens concepts learned during Basic Electricity I. The students learn to
determine equipment electrical consume, install and read kilowatt meters, install
monophasic and triphasic electrical base meter. Students learn about different lighting
concepts for residential, commercial and industrial use.
ELE 1223
INTERIOR WIRING
PRE-REQUISITE: ELE 1221
4 CRS
This course is designed to provide students with knowledge about rules, interior wiring
methods, electrical connections including conductors, joints, tubing, switches, AC
sockets, breakers, fuses, security boxes, and distribution panels. The course includes
requirements for the current National Electrical Code and local codes. This course
provides laboratory sessions to develop these skills.
ELE 1224
ELECTRICAL CODE AND DIAGRAM INTERPRETATION
PRE-REQUISITES: ELE 1221, ELE 1222
2 CRS
Students acquire knowledge about the design and construction of electrical diagrams,
including specific requirements and updates according to the latest revisions of the
National Electrical Code (NEC) and the local Electrical Energy Authority so changes can
be made when necessary. The course includes symbols and architectonic scales, load
readings and quotes.
ELE 1226
ELECTRICAL MACHINERY
5 CRS
This course provides students with the necessary knowledge in construction, function,
use and installation of electrical machines. Electrical machine repair and maintenance
together with laboratory sessions contribute to develop these skills.
ELE 1227
ELECTRICAL MOTOR CONTROLS
5 CRS
This course provides the students with knowledge about different types of manual,
semi-automatic and automatic motor controls, their functions, and installation. The
course also includes laboratory sessions in which students practice these skills.
ELE 1228
EXPERT ELECTRICIANS BOARD TEST
2 CRS
This course provides students with the concepts, skills, and knowledge required to pass
the Expert Electricians Board Test. Students review skills and knowledge developed in
preview courses.
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ELE 2300
DIRECT (DC) AND ALTERNATING CURRENT (AC)
5 CRS
This course provides the students with knowledge about direct and alternating circuits
using fundamentals of mathematics and physics. Basic electrical units such as: voltage,
current, and resistance are studied along with components such as resistors,
capacitors, inductors, and transformers.
ELE 2300L
DIRECT AND ALTERNATING CURRENT LABORATORY
TOGETHER WITH ELE 2300
2 CRS
In this course, students practice theory learned in ELE 2300 through the use of
oscilloscopes, millimeters, and other measuring instruments. They perform tests, and
they detect failures related to direct and alternate current circuits.
ELE 2303
ELECTRICITY AND INTERIOR WIRING
3 CRS
This course focuses on rules and interior wiring methods of different electrical joints.
Emphasis is on identification of cables, installation of distribution panels, electric panel
reader, illumination and receptacles.
ELE 2303L
ELECTRICITY AND INTERIOR WIRING LABORATORY
REQUISITE: TOGETHER WITH ELE 2303
1 CR
Students have the opportunity to apply theories learned on ELE 2300 following
appropriate rules and methods and to perform practical experiments performing interior
electrical wiring.
ELE 2304
ELECTRICAL MACHINES
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide theoretical knowledge for the construction, use, and
repair of motors, generators, and monophasic and triphasic electrical system machines.
ELE 2304L
ELECTRICAL MACHINES LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITE: TOGETHER WITH ELE 2304
1 CR
Students apply theory from the ELE 2304 course. During laboratory experience,
students develop manual skills by using, installing, repairing and providing maintenance
to motors, generators and electrical machines on one phase and three phased systems.
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ELE 2305
2 CRS
In this course, students acquire technical knowledge about different electrical
transmission and distribution system components. Topics discussed include cable
characteristics, power systems, regulations, losses, relay applications, switches and
insulators.
ELE 2305L
LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITE: TOGETHER WITH ELE 2305L
2 CRS
Students apply knowledge from the ELE 2305. During laboratory experiences, the
students apply rules, procedures and regulations established for the construction and
operation of transmission and distribution systems.
ELE 2306
INTEGRATED CIRCUITS
PRE-REQUISITE: ELT 2400
2 CRS
This course is designed to help students develop knowledge of logical circuits through
the study of integrated circuits. Logic gates, flip-flops, and modern day integrated
circuits are studied.
ELE 2306L
INTEGRATED CIRCUIT LABORATORY
REQUISITE: TOGETHER WITH ELT 2306
1 CRS
Knowledge acquired on ELE 2306 is applied in this course. During laboratory sessions,
students gain experience verifying functions and failure identification for integrated
circuits.
ELE 2307
INTRUMENTATION
PRE-REQUISITES: ELE 2306, ELE 2306L
3 CRS
This course emphasizes electric measurement systems and industrial measurement
instruments application.
ELE 2308
PNEUMATIC AND HYDRAULIC PRINCIPLES
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge of hydraulic and
pneumatic systems with electrical and electronic components and their applications.
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ELE 2309
MOTORS AND CONTROLS
2 CRS
The students have the opportunity to learn about different electrical motor control
functions and their components.
ELE 2309L
MOTORS AND CONTROL LABORATORY
REQUISITE: TOGETHER WITH ELE 2309
2 CRS
In this course, the students apply knowledge acquired in ELE2309 course. This
laboratory provides practice with installation and motor control functions for
monophased and triphased skills development.
ELE 2310
POWER SYSTEMS
3 CRS
This course provides multiphase electrical system basic concepts, electrical power and
transformers. Sstudents also learn about electrical energy generation principles.
ELE 2311
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM DESIGN
2 CRS
Associate Degree students in Electrical Technology have the opportunity to design and
thoroughly understand electrical diagrams. The students draw diagrams for 120v, 208v,
and 240v triphased systems.
ELE 2313
INDUSTRIAL SEMINAR
PRE-REQUISITES: ALL COURSES IN PREVIOUS
SEMESTERS
2 CRS
In this course, the students create a dynamic industrial relationship through direct and
indirect experiences. Emphasis is given to general and technical industrial procedures.
The students analyze industrial elements that will provide real world scenario found in
every day job.
ELE 2314
EXPERT TEST BOARD TEST
3 CRS
PRE-REQUISITES: ALL PREVIOUS COURSES FROM
THE ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
This course is designed to provide the students with a professional test review for
students in the Associate Degree in Electrical Technology. It provides the concepts,
skills, and knowledge required for the approval of the Expert Electricians Board Test
Review. Simulated control tests are provided in this course.
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ELE 2316
ELECTRICITY AND EXTERIOR WIRING
3 CRS
This course was designed to provide exterior electrical wiring experiences such as
public lighting systems, subterranean lines, and exterior residential, commercial, and
industrial systems.
ELE 2316L
ELECTRICITY AND EXTERIOR WIRING LABORATORY
1 CR
In this course, the students apply previous knowledge learned in ELE 2315. Through
practical experimentations, the students perform electrical lighting installations following
the National Electrical Code (NEC) rules and regulations.
ELE 2317
PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROL PRINCIPLES
PRE-REQUISITES: ELT 2306, ELT 2306L
3 CRS
This course provides the basic principles for programming Programmable Logic
Controllers (PLC). Students study microprocessors before studying and applying
knowledge to PLC’s and programming software.
ELE 2317L
PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROL PRINCIPLES
LABORATORY
3 CRS
This course provides for the application of knowledge previously acquired in ELE 2317.
Through laboratory experiences, the students identify the internal elements of PLC.
The students learn about PLC’s functions and programming elements.
ELT 2400
BASICS OF ELECTRONICS
3 CRS
This course is divided into four basic units. The first unit covers the behavior of
semiconductors. Other units discuss particular devices such as diodes, transistors, and
thyristors.
ELT 2402R
ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS AND APPLICATIONS
4 CRS
In this course, the studens analyze different semiconductor devices such as diodes,
transistors, and thyristors. Students study the characteristics, manufacture, and
functions. The students analyze basic circuits and modern equipment applications.
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ELT 2302L
ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS AND APPLICATIONS
LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITE: TOGETHER WITH ELT 2402R
1 CR
In this course, the students apply knowledge acquired in the ELT 2402R. The students
analyze semiconductor circuits and repair malfunctions by utilizing measurements on
these electronic circuits.
ELT 2403
LOGIC CIRCUITS
3 CRS
This course establishes a relationship with the mathematical concepts applicable to
Logic Circuits such as different numeric systems, Boolean algebra, their functions and
analysis of sequential and combined circuits.
ELT 2403L
LOGIC CIRCUITS LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITE: TOGETHER WITH ELT 2403
1 CRS
In this course, the students will apply those concepts learned in the ELT 2403. By using
hands-on laboratory experience, the students learn to analyze sequential and combined
integrated circuits. Students also perform tests, detect and repair malfunctions using
the oscilloscope, multimeter, and test probe.
ELT 2404
MICROPROCESSORS
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide the students with knowledge about microprocessor
architecture and programming. The students will also study the characteristics,
functions, and applications for these components.
ELT 2404
MICROPROCESSORS LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITE: TOGETHER WITH ELT 2404L
1 CRS
The students apply concepts learned during the ELT 2404 course. Through laboratory
experiences, students use programming to detect malfunctions and perform repairs.
ELT 2405
PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROL (PLC)
3 CRS
In this course, the students relate to the components, functions, and programming for
different PLC’s used n the industry.
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ELT 2405L
PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLS (PLC)
LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITE: TOGETHER WITH ELT 2405L
3 CRS
The students apply concepts learned during the ELT 2405. Through practical laboratory
training, students apply programming tests for detecting problems in the control systems
for different PLCs used in the industry.
ELT 2406
ROBOTICS
3 CRS
This course is designed to allow students to work with basic robotic systems such as
mechanical, electrical, electronics, programming and peripheral components.
ELT 2406L
ROBOTIC LABORATORY
1 CRS
Students have the opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired during the ELT 2406
course. The students develop through experience those applications applied to servos,
non servos, relays, Logo programming language and applies polar and rectangular
coordinates.
ELT 2407
COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
3 CRS
In this course, the students analyze electronic transmission system circuits, reception,
antennas, and impedance.
ELT 2407L
COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS LABORATORY
1 CRS
In this course, the students apply knowledge acquired in ELT 2407 and develop
different skills such as measuring amplitude waves, wave modulation, generate different
signal types, and to recognize their difference. Also, the students will apply electronic
transmission and reception concepts.
ELT 2408
OPTOELECTRONICS
4 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic knowledge and the fundamental
characteristics for optoelectronic device used on industrial and electronic
communications.
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ELT 2408L
OPTOELECTRONIC LABORATORY
1 CRS
The students apply theory acquired during the ELT 2408 course. The students work
with devices such as light sensors, and optic sensors. The students also work with
industrial and communication fiber optics devices and materials.
ELT 2409
CALIBRATION AND NORMALIZATION
4 CRS
The students have the opportunity to learn about instruments and procedures used to
calibrate industrial electronic equipment. The course includes the use of instruments
such as gauges, galvanometers, potentiometers, current meters, multimeters, and
resistors used to calibrate temperature instruments.
ELT 2409L
CALIBRATION AND NORMALIZATION LABORATORY
1 CR
Students apply theory learned in ELT 2409. By means of laboratory experience, the
students have the opportunity to develop manual skills in the use of measuring
instruments, transducers, calibration, and other industrial equipment.
ELT 2410
INDUSTRIAL SEMINAR
REQUISITE: ALL FIFTH SEMESTER COURSES
2 CRS
The students become familiar with the electronic industrial processes; the course
consists of real life practice or supervised project. Emphasis is given to industrial
procedures and theory.
ELT 2311
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT REPAIR FUNDAMENTALS
3 CRS
This course is designed to allow students to apply knowledge acquired in the previous
courses. The students analyze basic circuits for different residential, commercial and
industrial electronic equipment.
ELT 2412
NORMALIZATION AND CALIBRATION FUNDAMENTALS 3 CRS
PRE-REQUISITE: FIS 1102
This course includes definitions and discussion of basic concepts of instruments used
for measuring and controlling industrial processes.
ENFE 3701
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
3 CRS
This course introduces the Betty Newman Model while emphasizing holistic care. This
model provides the basic conceptual foundation for the nursing courses. The course
introduces and provides for application of the nursing process as a basic tool for nursing
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interventions. It also introduces the roles and competencies of the patient. The
concepts discussed include: critical thinking process, health care systems, ethical and
legal aspects, human needs, holistic care, health, continuous well-being, stress / illness,
pain, nurse/patient relationship, and therapeutic communication. Emphasis is given to
the health provider’s role regarding patient care while using the basic skills, security and
infection control.
ENFE 3701L
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING LABORATORY
3 CRS
This course is geared toward the basic skills for communication, observation and
nurse/patient relationship. The students apply the systems model in their interventions
with individuals. In the clinical laboratory, the students are introduced to the nursing
process. Students begin the practice of the nursing skills by intervening in the care of
the client in different stages of the health/disease continuum. The laboratories are
carried out in different health agencies in the community which include day cares,
centers for the aging, and detection centers, among other entities.
ENFE 3702
NURSING PROCESS IN THE CARE OF PREGNANT
WOMEN AND NEWBORNS
PRE-REQUISITES: ENFE 3701, ENFE 3701L,
BIOL 1124, BIOL 1134
CO-REQUISITE: ENFE 3702L
3 CRS
The students examine the impact of pregnancy and the health/illness concepts in the
contemporary family. By using the nursing process, the students intervene with
pregnant women and newborns to encourage health and well-being behavior and
provide nursing care during the prenatal period and during common problems pertaining
to pregnant women and newborns. Students increase their knowledge of
communication, observation, and the nurse/client relationship.
ENFE 3702L
NURSING PROCESS IN THE CARE OF PREGNANT
WOMEN AND NEWBORNS LABORATORY
CO-REQUISITE: ENFE 3702
3 CRS
In this course, the students develop communication and technical nursing skills when
intervening with clients during the pregnancy stages, birth, and postpartum to help
clients maintain their level of well-being. In the clinical laboratory, the students use the
nursing process to identify physiological and psychological alterations in pregnant
women and newborns. The clinical laboratory is held at the prenatal units, in prenatal
and birth wards and in newborn wards.
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ENFE 3703
THE NURSING PROCESS IN CHILD CARE
3 CRS
This course focuses on the study of child growth and development from the age of one
month to adolescence. The students delve in the knowledge of nursing process to
provide efficient care in stress situations with the family. Students intervene using
therapeutic communication to foster well-being in those situations that have
physiological and psychological effect.
ENFE 3703L
THE NURSING PROCESS IN CHILD CARE
LABORATORY
3 CRS
In this course, students develop communication and technical skills used to intervene
with the child from the age of one month to adolescence. The students use the nursing
process to identify the child’s basic needs and uses family dynamics to foster wellbeing. The course also provides the students with the opportunity to develop short term
educational plans for the child with health alterations. The clinical laboratory is held in
pediatric units, daycare centers, child clinics, and schools.
ENFE 3704
CLINICAL CONCEPTS IN HEALTH ALTERATIONS
3 CRS
This course introduces the students to the concepts related to the individual’s health.
Students discuss common health alterations that can affect the health-illness
continuum. Students are guided in understanding the factors that affect the individual’s
physiology. The student integrates knowledge of the biological sciences and other
courses.
ENFE 3705
THE NURSING PROCESS IN THE CARE OF
INDIVIDUALS WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL ALTERATIONS
PRE-REQUISITES: ENFE 3703, ENFE 3703L, SOC 1014
3 CRS
In this course, students learn the concepts of loss, grief, stress, body image, selfesteem, feelings of worthlessness, alterations in executing roles, and some personality
alterations. The course emphasizes therapeutic communication skills and attention to
the factors that predispose psychosocial problems. The interdisciplinary team is used
as well as the family to facilitate the client’s psychological adaptation. Students learn
how the client’s psychological aspect is affected by hospitalization. Students learn about
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the nursing utilization process in care provided to the client with psychosocial
alterations.
ENFE 3705L
THE NURSING PROCESS IN THE
CARE OF INDIVIDUALS WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL
ALTERATIONS LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITES: ENFE 3703, ENFE 3703L, SOC 1014
3 CRS
This course focuses on the therapeutic communication skills with individuals who have
psychosocial problems to foster changes in their well-being. Students use the relator
process and the interdisciplinary team to assess the client’s behavior and to develop the
nursing process. The clinical laboratory takes place at the community mental health
centers, psychiatric hospitals, psychosocial rehabilitation centers and other agencies.
ENFE 3706
THE NURSING PROCESS IN ADULT HEALTH
3 CRS
ALTERATIONS I
PRE-REQUISITES: ENFE 3704, ENFE 3705, ENFE 3705L
This course emphasizes the study of situations that require nursing intervention. The
course includes concepts such as balance of liquids and electrolytes, oxigenization,
nutrition and elimination. The course includes problems related with aging and how the
patient’s role as a patient affects the self-concept, other roles and the interpersonal
relationships of the hospitalized adult. Students develop nursing and communication
skills related to interventions with adults with health alterations. The course also
includes the development of the nursing process which includes assessment, planning,
intervention and evaluation based on the Newman Systems Model.
ENFE 3706L
THE NURSING PROCESS IN ADULT HEALTH
3 CRS
ALTERATIONS I LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITES: ENFE 3704, ENFE 3705, ENFE 3705L
This course develops technical skills used in interventions with adults with physiological
problems. Emphasis is given to the concepts of oxigenization, nutrition, elimination and
balance of liquids and electrolytes. The students focus on the therapeutic
communication skills while applying the nursing process. Students use the Newman
Systems Model in the nursing process for effective interventions with the adult client.
The course provides the students with experiences in caring for chronic hospitalized
sick clients and through care services in the home care unit. The auto-tutorial
laboratory offers the students with the opportunity to develop technical skills in nursing.
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ENFE 3707
ADULTS WITH HEALTH ALTERATIONS II
PRE-REQUISITES: ENFE 3706, ENFE 3706L
3 CRS
This course emphasizes the situations related to adult physiological alterations.
Students learn the need for activity and rest, integrity of the skin, sensory regulation,
temperature, endocrine and neurological regulation. The students can increase their
communication skills by estimating health alterations and interventions with hospitalized
adults.
ENFE 3707L
3 CRS
ADULTS WITH HEALTH ALTERATIONS II LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITES: ENFE 3706, ENFE 3706L
This laboratory course provides the students the opportunity of intervening with adults in
structured and unstructured scenarios. Physiological problems are identified giving
emphasis to the needs of activity and rest, integrity of the skin, sensory, endocrine and
neurological regulation and temperature. The course includes interventions with adults
who have been surgically intervened. Students use the nursing process as a tool to
foster well-being. The laboratory experiences are carried out in institutions that offer
medical services such as surgery, intensive care, emergency care and home care.
ENFE 3708
SOCIALIZATION OF THE PROFESSION
PRE-REQUISITE: Graduate candidate
1 CR
This course emphasizes the students’ development as a member of the profession and
care manager in health agencies in the community. The course includes concepts about
the professionalism, socialization of the role, law and the necessary skills to enter the
job market. Students are required to complete their portfolio for the professional nurse
level. The portfolio will be evaluated in this course.
ENFE 3709
PHARMACOLOGY APPLIED TO NURSING
2 CRS
This course provides the students with opportunities to develop the necessary
competences to satisfy the individual’s needs throughout the individual’s lifecycle in a
secure, legal and ethical manner using the nursing process. Students learn the basic
pharmacological principles and the necessary knowledge to administer medicine in a
safe manner. Ethical and legal aspects, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamic, dosage
calculation, medicine administration, classification of medicines and new modalities in
alternative therapy are discussed. Emphasis is given to client/family education about
medicine and its effects. Students have the opportunity to calculate and administer
medicine.
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ENFI 3200
PHYSICAL METHODOLOGY AND STRENGTH TRAINING 3 CRS
This course seeks to prepare the students in the associate degree in physical training
with basic and fundamental knowledge in methodology of training. Concepts such as
physical evaluation and designing programs, flexibility, cardio respiratory training, and
test among other topics are discussed.
ENFI 3201
ANATOMY AND APPLIED KINESIOLOGY
3 CRS
This course provides the students with the fundamental scientific knowledge of anatomy
and applied biomechanics to design safe and effective exercise programs that
emphasize applications for flexibility training. Topics discussed are related to human
anatomy, analysis of muscle and joint action in the human body and biomechanics of
movement as applied to the execution and analysis of strength, flexibility and
locomotors exercises.
ENFI 3202
PRINCIPLES OF EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
3 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic scientific foundation of exercise that
allows them to design safe and effective exercise programs. Students learn bioenergy
of exercise and the environmental, neuromuscular, endocrine, cardiovascular and
pulmonary functions. Students learn to make adaptations and to apply the aerobic and
anaerobic principles of exercise, neuromuscular physiology and adaptation of exercise.
ENFI 3203
FIRST AID AND CPR (LAB.)
1 CR
In this course, students acquire concepts and basic skills for CPR applied to adults in
addition to First Aid. Topics include primary evaluation of conscious or unconscious
state of the victim, first aid for conscious and unconscious victims, rescue breathing,
heart attack symptoms, first aid to victims of heart attacks, cardiopulmonary
resuscitation, first aid for injuries, burns, fractures, lesions, animal bites, poisoning, and
unexpected illness. Students who complete the course satisfactorily can qualify for a
certification from the American Red Cross.
ENFI 3204
HEALTH RISKS AND EVALUATION OF
PHYSICAL CONDITION (LAB.)
2 CRS
This course provides the students with the concepts and basic skills needed to evaluate
physical risk and physical condition of clients. Students learn to use the information
they collect from the evaluations to design an individualized, safe and effective exercise
program for their clients. Students will be able to identify those clients that require
medical authorization before beginning an exercise program. The course includes
identification of cardiovascular risk, orthopedic considerations, other medical
considerations, use of guides for evaluation and exercise prescription of the Ameican
College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), arterial pressure and evaluation of body
composition, use of protocols for evaluation of physical condition to evaluate the cardio
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respiratory capacity, strength and muscular tolerance, muscular tolerance, muscular
flexibility, agility, speed, velocity and balance. The students learn skills to evaluate the
clients during the evaluation and counseling processes regarding the possible health
risks and in goal planning.
ENFI 3205
WEIGHT LIFTING TECHNIQUES (LAB.)
2 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic skills and concepts needed to design
effective weight lifting programs using free weights and machines. Topics discussed in
the course include factors that affect the gain in strength, muscular hypertrophic and
hyperplasia, orientation about how to operate equipment (machines, free weights,
weight belts and gloves), precautions in training with free weights and machines,
spotting techniques, warming up and cooling down exercises, exercises with free
weights with bars and introduction to personalized program design for weight lifting.
ENFI 3206
FLEXIBILITY TRAINING (LAB.)
2 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic scientific principles in flexibility training
used to design effective stretching programs, in addition to exposing the students to
exercise programs such as yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi. Topics included in the course
include factors that affect the flexibility, evaluation of flexibility, review of physiology of
stretching, static and dynamic stretching, principles of stretching in flexibility and
stretching exercises for the main group of muscles.
ENFI 3207
CONCEPTS OF CARDIOVASCULAR TRAINING
AND PROGRAM DESIGN
2 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic scientific principles of cardiovascular
training needed to design safe and effective cardiovascular exercises. Students discuss
the basic components of prescribed aerobic exercise, the ACSM guidelines for
prescribing cardiovascular exercises, the different methods used to prescribe exercises,
the three progressive states for cardiovascular exercises. In addition, students discuss
how to monitor the client while completing the exercise routine, methods for aerobic
training, such as continuous and segmented training (resistance training circuit, failey
training) and forms of aerobic dance such as walking, jogging, (interior and exterior)
cycling, swimming, step, skating, aquatic exercise, cross training programs and client
supervision, including using the Polar Cardiac Rhythm Monitor.
ENFI 3208
DESIGNING STRENGTH TRAINING PROGRAMS
3 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic scientific principles used to design
effective and safe strength training programs. Students learn how to work the training
variables (exercise selection, exercise sequence, determining muscular balance,
methods to determine load, repetitions, sets, rest periods and frequency of the routine),
preparing charts to record the training program, the training programs to optimize
muscular strength, tolerance and muscular toning, (spit routine training systems,
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pyramidal system, reverse pyramidal system, super sets) and the introduction of
periodization concepts.
ENFI 3209
NUTRITION FOR PERSONAL TRAINERS
3 CRS
This course provides the students with basic knowledge about nutrition. Students
discuss the functions of the six essential nutritional groups, standards and nutritional
guides, balance of energy, nutrition and physical activity, nutritional disorders, lifestyle
nutrition and prevention of diseases.
ENFI 3210
ALTERNATE EXERCISE PROGRAMS
FOR THE PERSONAL TRAINING
2 CRS
This course provides the student with knowledge of the various exercises that can be
used to increase the client’s strength, power, agility, balance and speed. Many of the
programs use light weight equipment that will allow the trainer to offer services in other
scenarios that are not gymnasiums, including the client’s home. The topic discussed
are resistance training with bands and medicinal balls, balance training with or without
equipment, plyometrics, agility and speed with or without equipment.
ENFI 3211
TRAINING FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS I
2 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic scientific principles of the physiology of
exercise necessary to design safe and effective exercise programs for individuals with
metabolic problems, such as obesity, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, metabolic syndrome
and diabetes. Etiology, identification, prevention and treatment (including exercise and
nutrition) of the aforementioned conditions are also studied.
ENFI 3211R
TRAINING FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS I
3 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic scientific principles of the physiology of
exercise necessary to design safe and effective exercise programs for individuals with
metabolic problems, such as obesity, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, metabolic syndrome
and diabetes. Etiology, identification, prevention and treatment (including exercise and
nutrition) of the aforementioned conditions are also studied.
ENFI 3212
LESION PREVENTION AND IDENTIFICATION
1 CR
In this course, the students acquire knowledge of the lesions associated to the training
programs designed to optimize cardio respiratory functions, flexibility and the client’s
strengths. Topics related to prevention of common lesions and identification of lesions
is discussed in the case that a client suffers a lesion and must be referred for medical
assistance.
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ENFI 3213
TRAINING FOR LIFESTYLE CHANGE AND WELL-BEING 3 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic scientific principles to offer support and
counsel to their clients regarding decisions about lifestle management of stress and
well-being.
ENFI 3214
TRAINING FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS II
3 CRS
In this course, the students are provided with basic scientific physiological principles
needed to design safe and effective exercise programs for individuals in special
population, such as older adults, children, persons with arthritis, problems in the lower
back, osteoporosis, women in pre and postnatal stages and persons with asthma.
Information regarding background of the populations mentioned as well as the
recommendations for designing exercise programs to meet the particular needs of those
involved.
ENFI 3215
PERSONAL TRAINING ADMINISTRATION
3 CRS
In this course, the students learn how to start, administrate and promote their business.
The course provides information related to the organization and management of a new
personal training business as well as aspects regarding good communication and legal
aspects they should consider to protect their business. The students also learn about
how to treat clients appropriately, create appropriate environments for training, business
licenses and permits, prevention of lesions, insurance needs, and maintenance of
facilities. The students learn about supervision, security, guidelines, legal concepts and
negligence.
ENFI 3216
PRACTICUM
2 CRS
In this practicum, the students have the opportunity to obtain experience training clients
in different scenarios.
Students apply knowledge and experience acquired in the
previous courses. They work with a variety of clients continuously. Students are
expected to evaluate the health risks and physical condition of clients, design exercise
programs and execute the programs during the personal training sessions. Students are
evaluated by the practice supervisor and by the preceptor or a personal trainer at the
facility where they practice. (90 HOURS)
ENFI 3216R
SUPERVISED PRACTICE
3 CRS
In this practice the students have the opportunity to obtain experience while training
clients in different scenarios. Students apply knowledge and experience acquired in the
previous courses. They work with a variety of clients continuously. Students are
expected to evaluate the health risks and physical condition of clients, design exercise
programs and execute the programs during the personal training sessions. Students are
evaluated by the practice supervisor and by the preceptor or a personal trainer at the
facility where they practice. (135 HOURS)
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ENFI 3217
SEMINAR FOR PERSONAL TRAINERS
1 CR
This course provides the students with the opportunity to share with peers and with the
professor the experiences of the Practice. Experiences with the clients are discussed
and the students explore how to improve the exercise programs designed and their
execution to better serve the clients.
ENFI 3218
EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY
3 CRS
This course has been designed to relate the science of exercise and sports with
practical methods as a means to maximize body function. Students will reflect on
existing literature regarding the psychological factors in the development of the skills of
a personal trainer.
ENFI 3219
EXERCISE BIOMECHANICS
3 CRS
This course provides the students with knowledge of the basic functions of the human
body, such as posture, muscular equilibrium and mechanical movement. The students
will comprehend the importance of the correct movements and how the muscle Works
independently or with the help of a specialist. With the help of technology, the
mechanical movements are analyzed systematically to detect and correct any error in
the movement of the muscle.
ENFI 3220
PREVENTION AND IDENTIFICATION OF LESIONS
AND CPR
3 CRS
This course provides the students with information related to the lesions associated to
the cardio respiratory, flexibility and strength training in training programs. The course
includes prevention and identification of common lesions when clients should be
referred for medical assistance. The course provides the students with the basic CPR
concepts and skills for adults and standard first aid.
ENFI 3221
METHODOLOGY OF SPORTS TRAINING
3 CRS
This course provides the students with the methodological principles of sports training
regarding the general and specific aspects. The students learn to evaluate a participant
and the adequate procedures to follow. The course provides for the development of the
necessary skills to become a sports trainer, instructor, or physical condition teacher.
*ESP 1021
BASIC SPANISH I
3 CRS
This course is geared toward students who have selected technical, business,
computer, tourism, and health careers. The course seeks to help students achieve
love and respect for their vernacular. The course comprises the study of different
grammatical structures such as morphology, syntax, spelling, lexicology and skills in
oral and written communication. Reading and writing are two aspects of a process
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supporting the idea of learning both simultaneously. Reading and oral and written
expression are three priorities in the course which will be refined in Spanish 1022.
*ESP 1022
BASIC SPANISH II
PRE-REQUISITE: ESP 1021
3 CRS
Basic Spanish II is designed for students to improve their written communication
substantially. It comprises the study of the writing process with the purpose of acquiring
syntactic maturity, through the study of essays, poetry, and short dramas as models for
writing. Samples from the literature will allow the students to expand their cultural
baggage. Reading and writing are two aspects of a process that should coexist in
teaching.
ESP 1023
BUSINESS SPANISH I
PRE-REQUISITES: ESP 1021, ESP 1022
3 CRS
This course provides the students with educational experiences that will prepare them
to write business letters and other correspondence common in the modern business
office. It also provides the students with syntactic maturity as well as the opportunity to
develop proper use of vocabulary that will allow them to express themselves
appropriately and correctly.
EST 2993
PRINCIPLES OF STATISTICS
3 CRS
This course has been designed to provide students with the statistical concepts and
basic processes of this science. The concepts are presented in logical order from the
time of data collection, their management, organization, and presentation. The main
focus of the course is on the use of data to describe the population studied. Students
have the opportunity to read, construct and interpret different types of tables and charts.
Students determine measures of central tendency and variation as well as their
application and interpretation on the normal distribution curve.
FAIN 3008
GOOD MANUFACTURING PROCESSES
3 CRS
In this course, the students learn about the systems, regulations and methods
developed to assure the quality of the pharmaceutical products manufactured under the
jurisdiction of the FDA.
FARM 1120
POSOLOGY
3 CRS
This course provides the necessary tools to familiarize the students to the fundamental
concepts of pharmacy. Students learn the abbreviations used by doctors in writing
prescriptions, equivalences and dosage calculation. They learn the different ways to
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administer medicines, their characteristics, and the generic names of the most sold
drugs in the local market.
FARM 1122
PHARMACOGNOSIA
PRE-REQUISITES: QUIM 1121, QUIM 1122
3 CRS
The content of this course provides the students with the opportunity to learn about the
origin of drugs used in the pharmacy. It leads students in acquiring knowledge of
pharmacology from its origins to modern times.
FARM 1123
PHARMACEUTICAL LEGISLATION
2 CRS
This course familiarizes the students with the laws that regulate the practice of
pharmacy in Puerto Rico.
FARM 1127
BASIC PRINCIPLES OF PHARMACY
4 CRS
This course familiarizes students with the basic principles of pharmacy. Students learn
about the development of the pharmacy from the most ancient times to the most
modern ones. The students learn the suffixes, prefixes, and designs used in
pharmaceutical specializations. The students also have the opportunity to learn more
about over the counter medicines (OTC), their classification and the regulations that
apply for dispatching these drugs.
FARM 1128
PHARMACOLOGY I
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide the students with knowledge of how medicines work
in the human organism. The action mechanism, use, adverse effects, significant
interactions, forms for administration and orientation that should be provided to the
patients for adequate use of medicine are identified.
FARM 1129
INTRODUCTION TO THE PRACTICE OF PHARMACY
0 CR
SHOULD BE TAKEN SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH FARM 1120
AND FARM 1126
This course is designed to provide the students with comprehension of the scenario of
their profession. Students will receive orientation about the duties, responsibilities and
behavior appropriate for the practice center. They will also have the opportunity to learn
about and request the necessary documentation that will be submitted to the Pharmacy
Board and Huertas Junior College as requirements to complete the practice the
following semester after receiving authorization from the Board.
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FARM 2120
PHARMACY TECHNIQUES
PRE-REQUISITES: FARM 1120, MAT 1125, MAT 1126
CO-REQUISITE: FARM 1128
2 CRS
This course is designed to provide the students with the opportunity to learn the basic
concepts for preparing formulas and for dispatching medicines and OTC.
FARM 2120L
PHARMACY TECHNIQUES LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITES: FARM 1120, MAT 1125
Taken with FARM 2120
2 CRS
This course reinforces the technical knowledge acquired in FARM 2120 through
practice. The students practice at the laboratory that simulates a pharmacy. In the
laboratory, the students prepare pharmaceutical formulas, identify and use jars. They
also store and label medicine while using the equipment for dispensing formulas and
medicines, emulsions, suspensions, ointments and creams. Students also practice
labeling medicines correctly in a simulated environment.
FARM 2123
PHARMACY MARKETING
3 CRS
In this course, students learn the requirements for establishing and operating a
pharmacy. The course offers orientation about location, selecting the name, employees
and regulations for operating a business, in addition to other information. Students
learn the techniques and mathematic calculations for purchase and sale procedures of
medicine and general merchandise.
FARM 2124
PHARMACY INTEGRATED CONCEPTS
MUST HAVE PASSED ALL COURSE UP TO
THE FOURTH SEMESTER
3 CRS
This course has been designed to familiarize the aspiring Pharmacy Assistant with the
concepts, skills, knowledge and priorities that they should master at the time of applying
for the Board Test. All basic knowledge regarding the content for the Board Test is
reviewed. At the end of the course, the students take a mock test to detect how
prepared they are for the real test taking experience.
FARM 2126
PHARMACOLOGY II
PRE-REQUISITE FARM 1128
3 CRS
This course prepares the aspiring Pharmacy Assistant to understand how drugs act in
the urinary, reproduction, and endocrine systems. The knowledge acquired strengthens
daily experiences acquired in the pharmacy. Students also learn the damage cause to
the human organism when it is submitted to illegal drug use. They learn basic and
general knowledge about the treatment and care for patients of AIDS and other
venereal diseases.
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FARM 2127
FARM 2128
FARM 2129
SUPERVISED PRACTICE I, II, III
PRE-REQUISITES: FARM 1120, MAT 1125 (each course)
MAT 1126, QUIM 1121, FARM 1127, FARM 1129
2 CRS
The essence of the Supervised Practice of the Assistant Pharamacy Technician
program is the application of academic knowledge acquired in the practice whether in a
community, institutional or hospital pharmacy. The practice should be performed under
the physical and immediate supervision of a pharmacist authorized by law to work in
Puerto Rico.
FARM 2127S
FARM 2128S
FARM 2129S
PHARMACY PRACTICE SEMINAR I, II, III
REQUISITE: TAKE SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH
FARM 2127, FARM 2128, FARM 2129
1 CR
The content of these seminars foster the students’ development in those specific areas
in which they will perform at the practice center. Students will be given the opportunity
to share experiences and concerns with the Practice Coordinator and peers.
FIN 2992
MERCANTILE FINANCE
3 CRS
This course includes the study of the basic principles of financial administration and the
tools for financial control of a business. Topics discussed include analysis, planning
and control of financial activities; the effects of contributions on these activities;
development and application of basic financial proportions; projections, calculating
interest, capital administration, and management of current active accounts
FIS 1101
FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICS
3 CRS
This course introduces the students to the basic concepts of classic physics. It
emphasizes concepts such as measurements and considers aspects related to speed
and acceleration, strength, work and energy. The course ends with topics related to the
nature of electricity, magnetism and heat. The presentation of the topics will be mostly
descriptive. Emphasis is given to the aspects that facilitate specialization in technical
fields.
FIS 1102
TECHNICAL PHYSICS
PRE-REQUISITE: FIS 1101
3 CRS
This course is a continuation of FIS 1101. More depth of knowledge of physics is
acquired when learning about the electronic components and circuits from the physics
perspective. The course includes topics such as magnetic fields, surfaces of equal
potential, dispersion fields, antenna, and wave guides, feedback processes logical and
transmission lines, radiation circuits, and other concepts related to physics and
electronics.
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*ING 1031
BASIC ENGLISH I
3 CRS
This English course has been designed to develop language skills necessary for
communication. It provides a strategy-based approach to reading, writing and critical
thinking skills needed for academic success. Also, it prepares student with knowledge
of grammar usage, composition techniques, and reading comprehension skills needed
for satisfactory performance in Basic English 1032.
*ING 1032
BASIC ENGLISH II
PRE-REQUISITE: ING 1031
3 CRS
This course has been designed to provide the students with skills and strategies to read
and write academic English. The course includes prediction and vocabulary activities
that prepare the students for reading. It also includes study and practice of reading
strategies such as skimming. The students learn the mechanics of writing and the steps
in involved in the writing process.
ING 1033
BUSINESS ENGLISH
PRE-REQUISITE: ING 1032
3 CRS
This course is designed to prepare students for the bilingual community. It requires the
study of the basic Principles of Business Communication. Emphasis is given to the
writing of different types of business letters, developing skills in writing the business
message, and using business vocabulary appropriately.
ING 2033
CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH
3 CRS
This course has been designed to improve the student’s communicative competence.
The course exposes the student to authentic natural English which is necessary in
building understanding and proficiency in second language learning. The course
focuses on listening and speaking strategies. The student learns the correct
pronunciation and intonation of words, phrases, expressions, and questions. The
student also learns critical thinking strategies that can be applied in communicative
interactions. The content of the course is geared toward developing the student’s
linguistic skills to enable him or her to communicate effectively. The approach used is
functional-notional.
INST 3600
PRINCIPLES OF INSTRUMENTATION
4 CRS
This course offers the students a clear idea of the field of industrial instrumentation and
the duties and obligations of an instrumentation technician within the industry. At the
same time, it provides the basic concepts and definitions used in the field and in the
subsequent classes.
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INST 3601R
FUNDAMENTALS OF MEASUREMENTS AND
INSTRUMENTS
PRE-REQUISITE: ELT 2904
4 CRS
In this course, the students have the opportunity to learn about the different types of
instruments used in the industry and acquire knowledge to identify and solve situations
related to the processes.
INST 3602R
PRINCIPLES OF CALIBRATION AND GOOD PRACTICES 3 CRS
PRE-REQUISITE: INST 3601
This course focuses on the definition and discussion of concepts of instrumentation
used to measure and control different industrial processes. In this course, the students
learn about the basic elements included in the calibration and normalization processes.
Students also learn about the technical terminology used daily in their specialization.
INST 3603R
FUNDAMENTALS IN PROCESSES CONTROLS
4 CRS
This course provides the students with the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills
to evaluate different situations regarding the processes and to determine the possible
solutions to obtain a result. The course is geared toward industrial instrumentation with
emphasis on the application of flow and differential pressure meters, positive dispersion
meters, turbine and gas meters, and flow meters.
INST 3604R
INDUSTRIAL SEMINAR
(90 HRS)
2 CRS
This seminar offers the students the opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired in the
classrooms to the real world where they will apply the concepts and techniques used in
instrumentation.
LEGA 3301
INTRODUCTION TO PARALEGAL STUDIES
3 CRS
In this course, students learn the basic principles regarding Technical Paralegals and
their duties, roles, and responsibilities. The course also provides the students with the
basic tools needed to successfully complete the other courses in the curriculum.
LEGA 3302
LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING I
3 CRS
This course consists of the different legal collections, books containing laws,
jurisprudence, regulations, legal encyclopedia, justice magazines, digests, citations, and
government publications. Students will conduct legal research and write legal
documents used daily.
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LEGA 3303
PENAL LAW AND SPECIAL LAWS FOR
THE PARALEGAL
3 CRS
Students in the Paralegal Technician Program need to know the Basic Principles of
Penal Law and the Special Penal Laws applicable in Puerto Rico. This knowledge will
help the students in their professional formation and in their work as paralegals.
LEGA 3304
ETHICS
3 CRS
This ethics course consists of the study of moral philosophy and the main ethical and
bioethical theories from ancient to modern times. Students analyze the implications for
some of the social contemporary problems from the perspective of the ethical principles
and their development in Puerto Rican society.
LEGA 3305
CIVIL RIGHTS IN PUERTO RICO
3 CRS
This course consists of the examination of the individual guarantees that emerge from
the statutes and constitutional sources, as well as the jurisprudence emitted by the
Supreme Court. The course stimulates the study and analysis of the different
government actions that are inconsistent with the protections and safeguards of the
judicial order of Puerto Rico.
LEGA 3306
MORTGAGE LAW AND PROPERTY REGISTRY
3 CRS
This course consists of the study of the general principles of the Mortgage Law and its
Regulation, operation and organization of the Property Registry in Puerto Rico and all
the pertinent legal and administrative regulations. Emphasis is given to the daily
operations of the registration of property and its books, operation, and the role of the
Paralegal Technician within this operation. Students learn how to conduct productive
investigation and research and they learn about processes such as title studies,
presenting documents, taxes, among others that will help them in their duties.
LEGA 3307
PROCESS LAW
3 CRS
This course includes the most important stages in Civil Procedures in Puerto Rico,
including the initial interview with the client, writing lawsuits, summons, and all other
stages of Civil Process in order to familiarize the paralegal technician with all aspects of
Civil Procedure in the Puerto Rican judicial system. The course also includes the most
important stages within the Criminal Procedures Rules, starting with the arrest and
determination of probable cause for arrest among others.
LEGA 3308
EVIDENCE
3 CRS
This course contains the study of Evidence Law and its application in criminal cases. It
includes the basic principles and exceptions and the techniques for presenting and
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preparation evidence, case preparation and testimony before the Court are
emphasized.
LEGA 3309
RESEARCH AND LEGAL WRITING II
PRE-REQUISITE: LEGA 3302
3 CR
In this course, the students develop techniques for writing detailed documents such as
letters, internal memoranda, legal memoranda, title research, government forms, as well
as sworn declarations, mortgage titles, contracts, motions, sentences, orders, and so
forth.
LEGA 3311
COMPONENTS OF THE JUDICIAL SYSTEMS
3 CRS
This course consists of the study of the fundamental components of the judicial system
in Puerto Rico.
LEGA 3313
PRACTICUM
PRE-REQUISITES: LEGA 3304, LEGA 3306, LEGA 3307,
LEGA 3308, LEGA 3310
3 CRS
In this course, the students integrate their paralegal skills in scenarios identical to those
where they will conduct their professional work.
LEGA 3314
NOTARY LAW
3 CRS
This course consists of the study and analysis of notary law applicable in Puerto Rico (4
LPRA 2001) and the Notary Regulation of Puerto Rico of 1995. Students learn the most
important jurisprudence and the most frequently used notary documents in the legal
office. Paralegal students learn about the different procedure and methods established
to create legal documents that can be presented to the judicial forums and public and
private agencies on the Island. Legal procedures to write and prepare documents,
answer general correspondence and submit the different registers are discussed.
LEGA 3315
OBLIGATIONS AND CONTRACTS
3 CRS
This course consists of the study, discussion and analysis of the most important basic
principles of the Civil Code of Puerto Rico regarding obligations and contracts. Most
used special contracts are discussed and interpretive jurisprudence of the principles
discussed is analyzed.
LEGA 3316
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
3 CRS
This course consists of the study, analysis and discussion of the basic principles and
doctrines that comprise Administrative Law, the Uniform Administrative Procedure Law
of 1988 (LPAU) and interpretive jurisprudence of these laws.
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LEGA 3317
INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY LAW
3 CRS
This course consists of the analysis of the judicial principles recognized in the Civil
Code of Puerto Rico dispositions, in the Special Laws or in the jurisprudence of the
Supreme Court of Puerto Rico related to the judicial institutions such as marriage,
divorce, common law marriages, filiations, adoption, custody and emancipation. The
analyses of these figures are conducted from a multidisciplinary perspective that relates
to moral, social and economic aspects that influence or affect the current normative in
this aspect of the law.
Other topics discussed include term of regulations that govern
these figures. Reform proposals to the Civil Code of Puerto Rico within the area of
Individual and Family Law are analyzed. The comparative study of the institutions and
central figures of this branch of the law supports this analysis from the perspective of
the Paralegal Technician.
MAST 3601
CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
3 CRS
This course provides the students of Therapeutic Massage with the basic knowledge
about the diseases and dysfunctions of the human body and their impact on the
therapeutic massage. Students learn how pathology changes normal physiology and
how these changes affect the treatment plans for massages. Students learn to
recognize common diseases that can be found in the therapeutic massage practice.
Students also learn about the muscular-skeletal diseases, common cancer, infectious
diseases, cardiovascular diseases and endocrine metabolic disorders. The course also
includes the indications and contraindications for massages.
MAST 3602R
SWEDISH MASSAGE
4 CRS
This course introduces the students of the Therapeutic Massage program with the
manual skills and movements used in massage techniques throughout the entire
program. The course develops communication skills, special techniques and reviews
the benefits and contraindications of massage. Students will be able to perform a one
hour total body relaxing massage. Swedish massage is the foundation of western style
in working with the body. The basic movements used in Swedish massage Movements
included in Swedish massage include effeurage, petrissage, friction, vibration and
percussion. Students learn about the appropriate use of body mechanics and skills in
the cover method while offering a successful Swedish massage. Students also learn the
psychological effects of the therapeutic massage and how to identify contra-indications.
MAST 3603R
CHAIR MASSAGE
3 CRS
This course provides the students of the Therapeutic Massage program with the skills
and techniques used with the professional chair as well as a common chair. Students
experience effective sessions with different chair techniques. This type of massage
application is an effective method of providing massages at the workplace, commercial
centers and public spaces. Students learn to market massage and themselves using
innovative techniques.
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MAST 3604R
SELF-CARE STRATEGIES FOR THE MASSAGE
THERAPIST
4 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic strategies used to reduce pressure and
potential lesion. Students learn the fundamentals of biomechanics, correct alignment of
the wrist and hand as well as stretching and self-care. Information regarding prevention
of lesions, basic exercise to improve strength and stability is also discussed. Students
develop the habit of developing massages for stress reduction while still enrolled in the
program so that they are ready for the demands of their new career. Finally, students
learn healing strategies by executing stretching postures with Yoga, Tai-Chi or ChiKung.
MAST 3605
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR MASAGE
THERAPISTS I
4 CRS
This course consists of the study of the structures and functions of the human body that
include levels of cellular organization, skeletal, muscular and tegument systems. It
includes the terms and general concepts related to the human body and its evolution.
Students will learn the aspects about applied anatomical system and physiology that will
be studied in Massage Therapy II.
MAST 3606
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR THERAPISTS II
PRE-REQUISITE: MAST 3605
3 CRS
This course is the continuation of a comprehensive study of the structure and function of
the human body with the study of blood, cardiovascular, nervous, endocrine, lymphatic,
immunological, sensory, urinary, reproductive, cranial-sacral, respiratory, and digestive
systems and homeostatic mechanism of each system. The effects of the massage on
the normal functions of each of these systems are emphasized.
MAST 3607
STRUCTURAL KINESIOLOGY AND PALPATION
2 CRS
This course provides the students with the skills and confidence to locate and palpate
the main anatomical structures to understand their role in human movement. Students
will improve their understanding of the anatomical aspects of static positioning and
dynamic movement, including the effects of repetitive movements and positions of
imbalance. The course includes definition of terms about anatomy, directions and
planes of the body and the movements allowed by specific ligaments. The location of
bones and structures to which muscles adhere, their names, location and the action
different groups of muscles produce are also studied. This course includes a laboratory
for palpation that provides the practical experience in addition of videos that
demonstrate the location of bones, muscles, and movements.
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MAST 3608
ANCIENT THERAPIES: SHIATSU AND REFLEXOLOGY
2 CRS
This course provides the students of the Therapeutic Massage program with an
introduction to the sciences of stimulating the internal forces for body healing.
Techniques, benefits and applications of foot reflexology are implemented. Massage
theories and western practice with emphasis on the modern Shiatsu style. Topics such
as Ying Yang, Tsubo Points and meridians are discussed. Through readings,
demonstrations and activities, the students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary
to integrate the elements of reflexology and shiatsu to the Swedish massage session.
MAST 3609
MASSAGE FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS:
PRENATAL, INFANTS AND GERIATRICS
PRE-REQUISITES: MAST 3601, MAST 3602, MAST 3605
2 CRS
This course provides the students with the foundations of the specific massages used
with special groups, such as pregnant women, babies and infants and the aging.
Prenatal massage is balanced with practical experience regarding how to position the
pregnant client appropriately including side and semi-reclined positions along with other
prenatal techniques. Students learn the contraindications of prenatal massage and how
to write an historic health report for pregnant clients, as well as ways to recognize the
signs and symptoms of complications of healthy pregnant women. This exercise is an
adaptation of Swedish massage for pregnant women. Students learn the specific
techniques of massage for infants, how to interact with parents and guardians in
addition to understanding how they communicate and find comfort. Geriatric massage
regards working with the aging in extended care. A therapist that works with geriatric
massage must be familiar with most common diseases that affect the aging.
MAST 3610
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE
2 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic knowledge of anatomy that includes
basic theory and some of the topics regarding the lymphatic system, as well as theories
of support for draining lymphatic fields.
MAST 3611
AROMATHERAPY CLINIC
2 CRS
PRE-REQUISITES: MAST 3601, MAST 3602, MAST 3605,
REME 2201
This course provides the students with the basic knowledge of this type of
complementary therapy that can be used alone or complemented with therapeutic
massage. Topics studied include basic chemistry, oils and application methods, basic
essential oils, physiological explanation of olfactory science, how essential oils work and
security. The course provides scientific information with practice and experiential
learning.
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MAST 3612
CLINICAL MASSAGE THERAPY I
2 CRS
REME 2201
This course provides the technical foundation to work with dysfunctions of the soft
tissue in specific parts of the body. It allows students to learn to apply massages to
specific muscles, palpate muscles better, work with muscular fibers in different
directions and work different regions of the body. Some techniques included are
profound massage of tissues and neuro-muscular therapy. Students also learn and
acquire experience performing posture analysis and evaluation techniques.
MAST 3613
CLINICAL MASSAGE THERAPY II
2 CRS
REME 2201
This course provides the students with a perspective of various techniques to work with
dysfunctions of the soft tissue in specific areas of the body, apply massage to specific
muscles, and palpate muscles better, work with the different directions of the muscle
fiber and work with different levels of muscles. Some techniques included in the course
are trigger points and myofascial release (MFR).
MAST 3614
QUIROMASSAGE
2 CRS
This course provides the students with the study of the cranial sacral system, its
function in maintaining health and specialized techniques. Students develop skills in
palpating and exploring basic cranial sacral techniques for treatment of restrictions and
imbalance in the system.
MAST 3615
SPA TECHNIQUES
CO-REQUISITES: MAST 3616
2 CRS
This course studies the techniques performed in spas. Spas today provide a greater
variety of services to the public than ever before. Students learn new modalities such as
treatment with herbs, algae, exfoliation with loofa and salts to detoxify and refresh the
system.
MAST 3616
HYDROTHERAPY, CRYOTHERAPY AND
2 CRS
THERMOTHERAPY
MAST 3606
This course provides an introduction to the use of hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, and
thermotherapy techniques in a sequence focused on various conditions. The course
focuses on the history and benefits of these disciplines. Students will acquire knowledge
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and practical experience in the applications of hydrotherapy such as cold and hot
therapy and applications of water therapy. Students will also acquire knowledge of
ancient history and culture, equipment and care of massage stones.
MAST 3617
ETHICS, BUSINESS, AND PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
3 CRS
This course provides the students with the study of the ethical aspects regarding
massage and work with the body. Students will recognize and anticipate some of the
dynamics and problems that students can face in a client-therapist relationship and
develop the skills necessary to manage these interactions. Students are exposed to the
professional standards acceptable today in this field and to the communication skills
needed to improve client-therapist relationship. The course also includes business
practice content that provides the skills and strategies to secure a job as well as to
develop and maintain a successful private practice as massage therapist. Students
learn to identify markets, develop strategies to execute their practice, prepare brochures
and resumes, research requirements for licensing, participate in a job interview, and
how to conduct themselves and their work effectively.
MAST 3618
SPORTS MASSAGE
2 CRS
MAST 3612
This course provides a comprehensive educational experience for development and
growth for anyone practicing sports massage. The course consists of specific
components designed to reduce lesions, alleviate inflammations, and provide warming
up for athletes before and after a training regimen. It also includes information about
the body responses when exercising in extreme, such as cramp and spasms.
MAST 3619
CLINICAL PRACTICE
2 CRS
MAST 3606, REME 2201
The Therapeutic Massage clinic provides the opportunity of a culminating experience so
students can provide treatment to their clients who have specific physical complaints
and so that the students can practice what they have learned in the oriental and western
massage courses.
Emphasis is placed on polishing skills needed to become an
effective professional. Under the supervision of the faculty, students work directly with
clients for 15 weeks and conduct interview, evaluations, research of medical literature,
create treatment plans, observe clients’ progress, maintain files and communicate
effectively with clients. Classes allow for the opportunity to discuss problems at the
practice centers that arise during the process. The course also includes topics such as
AIDS/HIV, CPR and First Aid. Students are required to receive a professional massage
which is essential for the learning experience of all therapeutic massage technicians.
Students begin to add to their own personal care program and will be able to
communicate the benefits of massage to their clients and to the general public.
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MAST 3620
INTRODUCTION TO BODY HARMONY
2 CRS
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn the basic principles of Body
Harmony. It includes learning of conscientious touching to develop body harmony, body
reading, and how to integrate these techniques with body, mind and spirit to create
effective results.
MAST 3621
TAI MASSAGE
2 CRS
This course provides the students with the basic theories of Tai Massage and the
analysis of the comparison with Shiatsu theories. Students learn basic body mechanics
and positions used in this modality, as well as stretching and transitions used in this
fluid and dynamic style whether the client in sitting or laying down.
*MAT 1041
GENERAL MATHEMATICS
3 CRS
This course presents a review of basic operations with fractions and decimal numbers.
Students work with proportions and percentages. The course also includes an
introduction to elementary algebra. Focus is on application of knowledge.
MAT 1042
COMMERCIAL MATHEMATICS
3 CRS
This is a professional course for students enrolled in associate degrees. The course is
a basic mathematics course focusing on business. It requires students master the
fundamental mathematical processes such as whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
Topics discussed include decimals, measuring units, percentages, commercial
discounts, commissions, sales, purchases, simple and compound interest and
annuities.
MAT 1044
CONCEPTS OF GEOMETRY
3 CRS
This course is designed to analyze problems related with geometry and with basic
trigonometry. Various concepts of geometry are studied and an introduction to
trigonometry functions and their applications are introduced.
MAT 1046
TECHNICAL MATHEMATICS
3 CRS
This course consists of a review of operations with positive and negative numbers.
Topics discussed include algebraic expressions, simple equations, using formulas and
the Cartesian plane. Other topics related to trigonometry such as trigonometry functions
and construction of graphs of the cosine and sine. The course emphasizes on
application of the concepts to electricity which are needed in different technologies.
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MAT 1125
PHARMACEUTICAL MATHEMATICS I
3 CRS
This course will provide the students with the opportunity to review the fundamental
mathematic concepts used in the pharmacy scenario. Students will appreciate how
necessary this knowledge is for working in pharmacy. Students work various exercises
using abbreviations, pharmaceutical prescriptions and solutions to verbal problems
using proportions.
MAT 1126
PHARMACEUTICAL MATHEMATICS II
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide students with experience using the different weight
and measurement systems used in preparing and handling pharmaceutical in the
pharmacy. Students will learn the denominations, common and conversion systems to
move from one to another. In the same manner, students integrate commonly used
measures. Students have the opportunity to recognize and execute problems regarding
dilution, preparation using percentages as well as formulas to increase or reduce
quantities.
QUIM 1121
GENERAL CHEMISTRY
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide the students with the basic knowledge of elementary
chemistry that will provide a foundation to learn about chemical compounds and
elements. This knowledge will facilitate the students’ comprehension and management
of chemical application.
QUIM 1122
PRINCIPLES OF PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY
PRE-REQUISITE: QUIM 1121
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide students with knowledge about the medical use of
different drugs elaborated with the elements classified on the periodic table and with the
pharmaceutical compounds of organic origin.
QUIM 1123
CHEMISTRY FOR ELECTRONICS
PRE-REQUISITES: MAT 1046, ELE 2300
3 CRS
This course provides instruction of the fundamental principles of chemistry and their
application with emphasis on the study of electronics. Topics discussed include redox
reactions, electrodes, oxidizing and reduction agents, electrode potential standards and
voltaic cells, among others.
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RECO 2901
MEASUREMENTS OF ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS
CO-REQUISITES: RECO 2901L, ELE 2300,
ELE 2300L
4 CRS
This is a course of practical nature which begins with the techniques for soldering for
passive and active electronic components. The components are physically identified
and students learn their basic measurements using a multimeter. The course includes
basic instrumentation for measurements in DC and AC using an oscilloscope. The
electronic components students work with are resistance, power meters, capacitators,
inductors, transformers and integrated circuits. Emphasis is given to handbooks used
for the component industry such as ECG, NKG, and others.
RECO 2901L
MEASUREMENTS OF ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS
LABORATORY
CO-REQUISITES: RECO 2901L, ELE 2300, ELE 2300L
2 CRS
The purpose of this laboratory is to provide practice soldering, identifying electronic
components, connections and electrical measurements using the ohmmeter, volt meter
and osciloscope. The course includes the construction of a project in which students
have the opportunity of acquiring experience practicing the skills mentioned above.
The students follow written instructions and identify the components according to the
squematic diagram. Emphasis is placed on the aspects regarding electric safety and
safety in general to when working with electronic equipment.
RECO 2902
DIGITAL & PENTIUM PROCESSOR TECHNOLOGY
3 CRS
It is a basic introduction to digital technology numeric systems, sequential and
combinatory circuits emphasizing in terminology, symbols and truth table. Following the
basic structure of the microprocessor: internal lines, arithmetic units and registers with
the purpose to have an idea of the microprocessor functions to execute a program.
Includes basic programming to add and subtracts hexadecimals numbers and to
visualize internal executions. The model use is a Pentium processor with personal
computers.
RECO 2902L
DIGITAL & PENTIUM PROCESSOR TECHNOLOGY
LABORATORY
1 CR
The purpose of this laboratory is to implement basic digital circuits discussed in the
class and to introduce the basic programming concepts to learn about the internal
structure of the Pentium microprocessor which is used as a standard for the industry of
personal computers.
The course seeks to help the students acquire basic
comprehension of how a microprocessor operates a program internally. A digital trainer
is used for the implementation of digital circuits and a personal computer for
microprocessor training.
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RECO 2903
COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE
PRE-REQUISITES: RECO 2902, RECO 2902L
3 CRS
This course describes the main blocks used to build a personal computer: motherboard
or main card, keyboard, monitor, mouse, hard disk, floppy and a detailed description of
the architecture that provides support to the main Pentium processor. The purpose of
the course is help students learn to install, operate and assemble the blocks of personal
computer. It also covers the technical aspects that mark the difference in price among
computer systems in a descriptive but detailed manner. The course includes discussion
of memory, cache, DRAM, BIOS, PCI, EISA, USB, AGP, correctors and other along
with their physical and electrical characteristics.
RECO 2903L
COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE
LABORATORY
2 CRS
The purpose of this laboratory is to provide practical experience regarding the physical
characteristics of a computer while emphasizing on the architecture of the main card
called motherboard. Students experiment with the main sections: Pentium Processor,
DRAM Memory, Drive sockets, Card sockets PCI, ISA, Jumper Settings, Connectors
and power supply. The course includes protection against ESD, electrical
characteristics, compatibility, basic voltage measures and continuity and installation.
Training in the laboratory uses computer motherboards, multi metros, power supplies
and compatible components.
RECO 2904
COMPUTER MONITORS I
PRE-REQUISITES: ELE 2300, 2300L, RECO 2901,
RECO 2901L
4 CRS
This course is an introduction to the internal operation of computer monitors. Students
learn about the necessary blocks to produce video on the screen emphasizing on
monochrome monitors or one color monitors. The course includes the discussion of the
principles for production and reproduction of the compound signal of video, considering
the concepts of transmission, reception and synchronization of this process. The course
seeks to help the students interpret block diagrams correctly and identify these blocks
inside the computer monitors: power supply, horizontal and vertical system, high
voltage, CRT, and audio and video system.
RECO 2904L
COMPUTER MONITORS I
2 CRS
LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITES: ELE 2300, 2300L, RECO 2901, RECO 2901L
The purpose of this laboratory is to expose the students to the sections that make up a
computer monitor. The course is a practical one in which the students interact with the
parts, pieces and components, identify and replace pieces according to the handbooks
prepared by the electronic equipment manufacturing industry. The course seeks to help
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the students interpret schematic diagrams for monitors and identify the component or
section physically in the monitor. Using instrumentation equipment, the students will
take common measurements of voltage and resistance to establish effective diagnostic
and acquire practical experience.
RECO 2905
CONFIGURATING COMPUTERS
3 CRS
This course is designed to study the integration of personal computer systems as well
as the technical aspects and requirements needed to configure the computer. The
course includes the electrical characteristics of standard communication for serial type
and parallel peripherals, disk systems, audio, LAN, joystick, USB as well as aspects of
the DOS operative system that interact with this integration. Other topics include
installation, classification and mechanics for printers.
RECO 2905L
CONFIGURATING COMPUTERS
LABORATORY
2 CR
The purpose of this laboratory is to provide the students with the practical experience
about the technical aspects needed that are required to configure a computer. The
course covers all the topics regarding computer software and hardware; it includes DOS
operative system, its relation to the peripherals, configuration of peripherals and the
electrical characteristics for installation. Emphasis is given to installation of software,
drivers and common services that require configuration and occasionally the use of the
well known WIZARDS. The course includes a special project in which the students
analyze the market to configure its own system and interact with the services available
to acquire experience. The course ends with the discussion, operation and installation
of printers taking into consideration the aspects of auto-configuration for the operative
system.
REF 1141
FUNDAMENTALS OF BASIC ELECTRICITY
AND MOTOR CONTROLS
5 CRS
In this course, the students acquire knowledge of basic theory such as the
characteristics of electrical charge in other forms, verification of forms, conductivity of
the materials, types of existing currents, methods to produce energy, electrical
phenomena, Ohms Law, Law of Labor, basic concepts of magnetism,
electromagnetism, capacitance and resistance, use of instruments and its applications,
etc.
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REF 1141L
FUNDAMENTALS OF BASIC ELECTRICITY
AMD MOTOR CONTROLS LABORATORY
REQUISITE: TAKE SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH REF 1141
2 CRS
After completing the laboratory, the students will have the manual skills and acquired
the knowledge needed to apply them in different basic electrical circuits in the course.
REF 1160
MOTOR CONTROLS AND SEMICONDUCTORS
3 CRS
This course seeks to direct students so they can operate all the controls used in the
refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
REF 1160L
MOTOR CONTROLS AND SEMICONDUCTORS
LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITE: TAKEN SIMULTANEOUSLY
WITH REF 1160 SEM.
2 CRS
In this course, students acquire skills and knowledge needed to install and repair the
most common controls used in refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
REF 1162
MECHANICAL FOUNDATIONS OF
REFRIGERATION
PRE-REQUISITE: REF 1160
3 CRS
This course is designed so students learn to analyze the basic concepts of refrigeration,
heat, pressure, temperature, compression, evaporation, condensation, and how they
relate according to the different thermodynamic laws.
REF 1162L
MECHANICAL FOUNDATIONS OF
REFRIGERATION LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITES: REF 1160L, REF 1162
2 CRS
This course is designed to provide the students with the technical knowledge and
manipulative skills needed to take the Board Test and practice as a Refrigeration and
Air Conditioning Technician.
REF 1163
DOMESTIC REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
PRE-REQUISITES: ELE 1141, ELE 1141L, REF 1162,
REF 1162L
3 CRS
In this course, students acquire basic theoretic knowledge about the different electrical
and air controls such as cabinets, closures, joints, ice maker and electrical circuits, air
filters and installation of air conditioners, windows, etc.
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REF 1163L
DOMESTIC REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
LABORATORY
REQUISITE: TAKE SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH REF 1163
PRE-REQUISITE: REF 1160L
2 CRS
This course prepares students with the necessary skills to select, install, repair and
diagnose the different refrigeration and domestic air conditioning systems.
REF 1164
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL REFRIGERATION
AND AIR CONDITIONING
3 CRS
This course is designed to provide the students with the theoretic knowledge needed to
install, troubleshoot and repair commercial and industrial refrigeration and air
conditioning units. Students acquire knowledge about installing, building, selecting and
repairing the different commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning
systems.
REF 1164L
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL REFRIGERATION
2 CRS
AND AIR CONDITIONING LABORATORY
CO-REQUISITE: TAKE SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH REF 1164
In this course, students apply the theoretic knowledge acquired in REF 2504. Through
this, students learn adequate skills to select, repair, install and make diagnosis in
different systems.
REF 1165
SPECIAL SYSTEMS IN REFRIGERATION
AND MECHANICAL AND NON MECHANICAL
AIR CONDITIONERS
PRE-REQUISITES: REF 1162, REF 1164
3 CRS
This course provides the students with the theoretic knowledge and the applications in
the analysis techniques and treatment of all the processes involved in humid air for
conditioning air and heat charges. The course also provides the students with
knowledge of the structures and function of the different mechanical and non
mechanical refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
REF 1165L
2 CRS
AND MECHANICAL AND NON MECHANICAL
AIR CONDITIONERS LABORATORY
REQUISITES: TAKE SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH REF 1165,
REF 1162, 1164
This course provides the students with the theoretic and practical knowledge of the
analysis techniques and treatment of all the processes that are involved in humid air for
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conditioning air. The course also relates the students with the different mechanical and
non mechanical refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
REF 1166
FOUNDATIONS OF AUTOMOBILE AIR CONDITIONING
PRE-REQUISITES: REF 1163, REF 1164
3 CRS
Due to the development of the technology, air conditioners that produce comfort for the
body and the process for controlling the system for the automobile have changed their
design. Therefore, this course provides the theoretic knowledge and skills needed to
offer quality service in the installation and repair of these systems.
REF 1166L
FOUNDATIONS OF AUTOMOBILE AIR CONDITIONING
LABORATORY
2 CRS
The laboratory offers the opportunity to work diagnosing and repairing air conditioning
systems in different automobile models.
REF 2500
INTRODUCTION TO REFRIGERATION
AND AIR CONDITIONING TECHNOLOGY
1CR
The course presents the students with a general visión of the history, basic principles,
classification and technological advances in the field of refrigeration and air
conditioning.
REF 2501
PRINCIPLES OF THERMODYNAMICS
3 CRS
In this course, the students acquire knowledge related to the principles of heat
transference in each of the components of the refrigeration system. Emphasis is placed
on the pressures and temperatures in the refrigeration and air conditioning system.
REF 2502
MOTORS AND CONTROLS
PRE-REQUISITES: ELE 2300, ELE 2300L, REF 2500
2 CRS
This course emphasizes the study of 120V, 240V motors and three phases and the
WYE y DELTA corrections. Students recalculate the amount of current in the motor and
analyze the sequence of the operation, diagrams, and electrical components of the
residential, commercial, and industrial refrigeration equipment.
REF 2502L
MOTORS AND CONTROLS LABORATORY
CONCURRENTLY WITH REF 2502
2 CRS
In this course students apply theoretic knowledge acquired in REF 2502. Through
experience in the laboratory, the students have the opportunity to work with control
system devices, install motor control systems of one and three phases.
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REF 2503R
FOUNDATIONS OF REFRIGERATION
PRE-REQUISITES: REF 2501, REF 2502, REF 2502L
4 CRS
This course provides the students with the theoretical knowledge of heat, its nature and
relationship to refrigeration, pressure, temperature, compression, evaporation,
condensation, control of coolants, piping, welding, and how these interrelates in
accordance with the laws of thermodynamics.
REF 2503L
FOUNDATIONS OF REFRIGERATION
LABORATORY
REQUISITE: CONCURRENTLY WITH REF 2503
2 CRS
Through laboratory experiences of the principles of refrigeration, the students apply
knowledge and adequate manual skills in working with the components of the
condenser unit and the cooling unit of domestic and commercial refrigeration systems.
REF 2504
REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS
PRE-REQUISITES: REF 2503R, REF 2503L
3 CRS
This course is designed to allow students to acquire basic theoretical knowledge about
the different electrical controls and the accessories used in refrigerators and air
conditioning. These include mechanical cabinets with locks, joints, ice units, electrical
circuits, air conditioner filters, and installation of air conditioners in windows, among
others.
REF 2504L
REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS
LABORATORY
2 CRS
This course provides the students with the opportunity to apply theoretic knowledge
acquired in REF 2504. Through the laboratory, the students are prepared with the
adequate skills to select, repair, install and make any diagnostic n the different
refrigeration and air conditioning systems for Windows and domestic console systems
(mini split).
REF 2505R
SYCROMETRICS AND HEAT CHARGES
2 CRS
Through this course, students analyze the properties of air related to its mixture and
control. It also includes study of the calculations needed to determine the heat charges.
REF 2506
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
PRE-REQUISITES: REF 2503R, REF 2503L, REF 2505R
3 CRS
This course provides the students with the theoretic knowledge and skills needed to
install, repair, and diagnose problems in controls and accessories used in commercial
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and industrial units. In this course the students will install, build, select and repair the
different refrigeration and air conditioning refrigeration and air conditioning.
REF 2506L
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
LABORATORY
2 CRS
In this course, the students acquire adequate manipulative skills needed to install,
repair, and diagnose problems in controls and accessories used in commercial and
industrial units
REF 2507R
AND AIR CONDITIONING
PRE-REQUISITES: REF 2503R, REF 2503L
2 CRS
This course provides the students with theoretical knowledge and its applications in the
analysis and treatment techniques of all the processes that intervene in humidity for air
conditioning. It also provides the knowledge of the structure and function of the different
refrigeration and mechanical and non-mechanical air conditioning systems.
REF 2507L
AND AIR CONDITIONING LABORATORY
1 CR
This course provides the students with theoretical and practical knowledge of the
analytical techniques and treatment of all the processes that intervene in humidity for air
conditioning
REF 2508
COST ANALYSIS AND ESTIMATES
PRE-REQUISITES: ELE 2301, ELE 2302,
REF 2503, REF 2504, REF 2506
2 CRS
This course emphasizes cost analysis of parts, materials, and services involved in the
installation and repair of domestic, commercial, and industrial refrigeration and air
conditioning equipment.
REF 2509
DESIGN OF AIR CONDITIONING DUCTS
PRE-REQUISITES: REF 2506, DIB 1200
2 CRS
This course emphasizes drawing of electrical pipe symbols, air plants that require
conditioning, placement of the unit, conditioning, condensing unit, diffusers, screens,
recoils, system and conduct details and tables of specifications.
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REF 2510
INDUSTRIAL SEMINAR
2 CRS
This course familiarizes the students with the dynamics of industries through direct or
indirect experiences. It emphasizes the procedures used in the industry and their
relation to the theories about these procedures. It analyzes the components that are
integrated in the industrial setting to provide the students with the fundamental notions
of the real labor market.
REF 2511
REVIEW FOR REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN
3 CRS
EXAM
REQUISITE: HAVE PASSED ALL CONCENTRATION
AND RELATED COURSES UP TO THE FIFTH SEMESTER
This course summarizes the principles and concepts discussed and applied in all the
courses in the curriculum of the Associate Degree in Technology in Refrigeration and
Air Conditioning program. The purpose of the course s to help students pass the exam
for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technicians offered by the Examining Board of
the State Department.
REME 1201
INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL RECORDS
SCIENCES
3 CRS
This course introduces students to health information management systems. It includes
historic evolution, health services, organizations and agencies that intervene directly or
indirectly with health services. Students learn about handling the medical record, its
content and format, in addition to learning about the general operation of the
department.
REME 1202
MEDICAL RECORDS SCIENCES I
PRE-REQUISITE: REME 1201
3 CRS
This course focuses on the principles and techniques concerning the medical record in
different health scenarios. Students apply the concepts and skills used in the clinical
record, specifically in its content and evaluation. The course includes a laboratory in
which different skills are practiced.
REME 1203
MEDICAL RECORDS SCIENCES II
3 CRS
In this course, the students study and apply the concepts and skills related to filing,
retaining, disposing, maintaining and retrieving information contained in the health
record. Students also learn to retrieve and process statistical data pertaining to the
services offered to patients. The course includes a laboratory in which the different
skills are practiced.
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REME 1204
LEGAL ASPECTS OF THE HEALTH RECORD
3 CRS
This course focuses on the medical record as a legal document, the application of
ethical and legal principles, the regulations, control standards and the use of health
information. It includes the study of the Judicial System in Puerto Rico and of quasijudicial organizations.
REME 1205
PRE-INTERNSHIP
3 CRS
This course has been designed to help the students identify and apply the techniques
used in managing and controlling health information. It includes topics related to the
Medical Records department.
This course includes 100 hours of compulsory
experience and laboratory.
REME 2200
MEDICAL RECORD QUALITY SYSTEMS
3 CRS
This course exposes the students to activities that promote the evaluation and
improvement of health services. Students apply concepts and techniques related to
quality improvement systems, use revision, and risk management with regard to health
records.
REME 2201
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
3 CRS
In this course, the students study the definitions and construction of medical terminology
through the analysis of the structure of the most common words, symbols, and
abbreviations in the health field. Students also review the process of diseases and their
signs and symptoms that affect the human body.
REME 2202R
CLASSIFICATION SYSTEMS I
PRE-REQUISITES: REME 2201, BIOL 1126
3 CRS
Students learn the different existing nomenclatures. They learn classification and
coding of diagnoses and surgical procedures using the ICD-9-CM. Students conduct
laboratory practice in coding skills.
REME 2203
EXTERNSHIP
CO-REQUISITE: CONCURRENT WITH REME 2203S
PRE-REQUISITE: REME 1201 TO REME 2205
4 CRS
This course provides practical experience in the Medical Record field in a health facility
under the supervision of a preceptor. The students are exposed to activities in which
they observe and apply concepts in the health information system in a real scenario.
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The course requires 300 hours of practice in one semester and a passing grade of C or
higher.
REME 2203S
EXTERNSHIP SEMINAR
PRE-REQUISITES: HAVE ALL CREDITS
APPROVED UP TO THE FIFTH SEMESTER
CO-REQUISITE: CONCURRENT WITH REME 2203
2 CRS
This course is designed to help the students identify and apply the techniques used in
the supervision of physical, fiscal, and human resources of a Medical Records
Department. Topics of interest to students at their practice sites are discussed.
REME 2204
CLASSIFICATION SYSTEMS II
PRE-REQUISITES: BIOL 1124, BIOL 1125,
REME 2202R
3 CRS
This is a course for specific study of classification and coding of diagnoses and surgical
procedures using CPT and diagnoses of psychiatric conditions using DSM. Students
participate in practice laboratories to apply their coding skills.
REME 2205
COMPUTERIZED BILLING SYSTEMS
PRE-REQUISITES: COMP 1110, BIOL 1124
BIOL 1125, REME 1204, REME 2202R
3 CRS
This course introduces students to basic concepts of computerized health information
systems. The students acquire skills to process information for primary and secondary
records. Students apply billing and collection procedures used by the most common
health insurance companies.
RESP 2701
PHYSICS OF THE CARDIORESPIRATORY
PROCESS
3 CRS
Students experience interactive study of the physical principles that explain the
exchange of gases in the organism. They also discuss the laws that apply in the
storage, transportation, and management of the medical gases.
RESP 2702
FUNDAMENTALS OF RESPIRATORY CARE I
3 CRS
This is an introductory course in respiratory care. Topics discussed include
development of the profession, legal implications and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Students are introduced to the therapist’s tasks, such as sounds produced by the lungs,
vital signs, taking sputum and arterial blood samples, assistance and moving of
patients, cleansing and maintenance of respiratory therapy equipment.
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RESP 2703
CARDIOPULMONARY PHYSICAL PATHOLOGY
PRE-REQUISITE: RESP 2702
3 CRS
Students study the etiology, physical pathology, therapy and prognosis of
cardiopulmonary diseases. Students discuss pathological processes that can directly or
indirectly affect the system. The students learn to recognize the symptoms and the
causes that produce these diseases.
RESP 2704
FUNDAMENTALS OF RESPIRATORY CARE II
3 CRS
This is an intensive course that provides the students with the knowledge and skills
required in the following therapeutic processes: intermittent positive pressure for
breathing (IPPB), Intensive Spirometry (IS), lung volume and capacity studies. The
following are also included: chest physical therapy (CPT), management of artificial
airways, arterial gas analysis, quality control and interpretation of results of arterial
blood samples.
RESP 2705
METHODS OF CARDIOPULMONARY
DIAGNOSTIC
3 CRS
This course introduces the students to patient evaluation methods and to the equipment
used in detecting diseases or deficiencies of the cardiopulmonary system. The students
perform evaluations, establish adequate therapeutic measures, and write plans for short
and long term rehabilitation. Emphasis is placed on the analysis and interpretation of
electrocardiograms, x-rays, and electrolyte evaluations, blood tests (CBC) and sputum
cultures among others.
RESP 2706
PHARMACOLOGY OF THE
CARDIOPULMONARY SYSTEM
3 CRS
This course focuses on medicine used in the treatment of cardiopulmonary system
diseases. The student learns calculation of doses, administration techniques, handling
precautions, indications and contraindications of the use of these drugs and their
secondary effects.
RESP 2707
CLINICAL PROCEDURES I
3 CRS
This is a practical course that introduces the students to the clinical environment.
Students develop work habits needed to form part of a health team, in addition to
management and use of materials and equipment used in respiratory care.
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RESP 2708
CLINICAL PROCEDURES I SEMINAR
CO-REQUISITE: RESP 2707
1 CRS
This course is designed to reinforce work skills within a clinical environment, to offer
follow-up of the tasks performed in the hospital, and to collaborate with the students in
the process of learning their new tasks.
RESP 2709
MECHANICAL VENTILATION
4 CRS
In this course, the students study mechanical ventilators, their uses, follow-up, control
and maintenance. The course includes the application of mechanical ventilation,
pulmonary therapy, and care for patients with cardio-respiratory failure.
RESP 2710
FOUNDATIONS OF RESPIRATORY CARE OF
NEONATALS AND PEDIATRICS
3 CRS
This is an intensive course that provides the student with specialized knowledge in the
care of newborns and children. It includes discussion of topics related to the
development of the embryo’s cardiopulmonary system and evaluation of the growth of
the fetus. The students study the specialized techniques used to stabilize newborns,
the drugs and special equipment used with these patients.
RESP 2711
CLINICAL PROCEDURES II
PRE-REQUISITES: RESP 2704, RESP 2707
3 CRS
This is a practical course that includes working in a clinical environment with lung
function and arterial gases examining methods and application of the therapeutic
techniques of mechanical ventilation.
RESP 2712
CLINICAL PROCEDURES II SEMINAR
1 CRS
This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to discuss situations, revise
procedures, answer questions and reinforce skills applied in the practice. It reinforces
the theoretical concepts learned and their application in the real work scenario.
RESP 2713
ADMINISTRATION OF A RESPIRATORY
CARE UNIT
2 CR
In this course, the student studies the principles and statutes that regulate hospital
administration in general, and the administration of a specific unit. Topics include laws,
accrediting, budget, planning and organization in the administration, contracting,
supervision and evaluation of human resources and the ethics that distinguish the
health professional.
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RESP 2714
CLINICAL PROCEDURES III
4 CRS
This is a practical course in which the students apply the therapeutic techniques and
handling of newborns and children, intensive care unit patients, surgery and postsurgery patients, and high-risk patients.
RESP 2715
CLINICAL PROCEDURES III SEMINAR
1 CR
This course includes the discussion of topics such as job market, interviews, and
procedure for requesting board exams. Students can analyze and discuss work
performed at the hospital.
RESP 2716
BOARD EXAM REVIEW
2 CRS
This course has been designed to familiarize the aspiring Respiratory Care Therapy
Technicians with the concepts, skills, knowledge and priorities they must master when
taking the Board Exam for Respiratory Care Therapy Technician.
*SOC 1011
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL SCIENCES I
3 CRS
This course establishes the importance of Social Sciences in the contemporary world.
Students study relevant concepts in this discipline, and they learn about scientific
methodology. Students become aware of the responsibility of all scientists or students
concerning the social problems that surround them. Later in the course, the students
discuss the relationship among culture, society and the environment. Theories
concerning society and the social structure as well as manners of social grouping and
social inequalities are discussed. Finally, the field of psychology and its relationship to
personality and social reality is discussed.
*SOC 1012
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL SCIENCES II
3 CRS
This course has two components. The first part refers to Political Sciences and its
importance, concepts, ideals, and historical development.
The following topics
concerning Puerto Rico are discussed: government structure, human rights, historical
synopsis, political parties and the case of Puerto Rico. The final topic is International
Relations. The second part studies Economy. Important related concepts are
emphasized in addition to the importance of the discipline, historical development of
economical activity and particular economical problems of Latin America and Puerto
Rico.
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*SOC 1013
HUMAN RELATIONS
3 CRS
This course includes the theoretical foundation of interpersonal relations and their
application in personal, business and organizational circles. Emphasis is given to the
importance of positive human relationships that lead to success at the personal and
professional levels. Students learn the importance of knowing oneself and others, of
analyzing problems, and of effective communication in developing positive interpersonal
relationships.
SOC 1018
INTERNATIONAL GEOGRAPHY
3 CRS
This course explores international geography within the context of the responsibilities of
a travel guide. Students study travel itineraries, regional transportation maps, cities
used as connections for entering and leaving principal regions, tourist attractions, and
the cultural, social, and economical profiles of these regions.
SOC 1019
PUERTO RICO AND ITS TOURIST REGIONS
3 CRS
This course explores the Island’s geography, the tourist regions of mayor impact for
local and international tourism. Students discuss development, culture, society,
economy, traditions, politics and demographic profile of Puerto Rico.
SOC 1020
HISTORY OF PUERTO RICO
PRE-REQUISITES: SOC 1011, SOC 1012, SOC 1019
3 CRS
This course makes a bird's-eye-view analysis of the historical and cultural development
of Puerto Rico. Students study our historical process from the discovery of the Island to
the present. The course also emphasizes the transcendental artistic manifestations of
the 19th and 20th centuries in our Island.
TUR 2601
INTRODUCTION TO TOURISM
3 CRS
This course provides interactive study of the principles of tourism, transportation, travel
agencies, excursions, cruises, bus and train travel, car rentals and lodging services. It
also emphasizes employment opportunities, development of specific skills of the field,
professional references, social, cultural, and environmental impact, and the ethical
responsibility of a professional in tourism. Through the study of cases and of practical
applications, students will develop skills in problem solving and creative thinking.
TUR 2602
MANAGEMENT OF A TRAVEL AGENCY
PRE-REQUISITES: TUR 2601, ADM 1061
3 CRS
This course directs students toward studying the operation of a travel agency. The
following topics are discussed: job description, financial planning, accounting, preparing
ARC reports, commissions, and billing. The students have the opportunity to use a
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computerized program to enter data and perform the administrative procedures of the
agency.
TUR 2603
HOTEL ADMINISTRATION
PRE-REQUISITE: TUR 2602
3 CRS
This course gears students toward the study of the operation of a Puerto Rican or
international hotel. It includes the functions of different departments of a hotel and of
the roles that employees play in offering quality service. Emphasis is given to the rules
that apply to the industry in and out of Puerto Rico.
TUR 2604
RESERVATION SYSTEMS I
CO-REQUISITE: TUR 2604L
3 CRS
This course introduces the students to the theory concepts needed in managing a
computerized reservation system used by the principal airlines. Students also interpret
codes and abbreviations used in making the passenger’s itinerary. Students learn
about the use of the official guides of OAG airlines and how to make flight and
excursion reservations.
TUR 2604L
RESERVATION SYSTEMS I LABORATORY
CO-REQUISITE: TUR 2604
1 CR
This course prepares students to use the software program SABRE to make
reservations in an environment simulating a travel agency or airport, thus
complementing theoretical aspects.
TUR 2605
RESERVATION SYSTEMS II
PRE-REQUISITES: TUR 2604, TUR 2604L
CO-REQUISITE: TUR 2605L
3 CRS
This course is designed to complement the Reservations Systems I (TUR 2603) course
in which the students have the opportunity to work with the Computerized Reservations
System. It includes automatic emission of tickets, client profile, Direct Reference
System (DRS), FOX and hotel and automobile reservations using SABRE:
TUR 2605L
RESERVATIONS SYSTEMS II LABORATORY
PRE-REQUISITES: TUR 2604, TUR 2604L
CO-REQUISITE: TUR 2605
1 CR
This course has been designed to continue the students’ development of knowledge
and skills in the use of the software program SABRE. The students’ access information
about hotels, car rentals, rates, STAR, and FOX codes, among other facts.
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TUR 2606
TOURIST GUIDE
3 CRS
This course introduces the students to the study of the function of a tour guide within
today’s tourist industry. Students become aware of the importance of team rules and of
teamwork as essential characteristics of a tour guide.
TUR 2607
TOURS ORGANIZATION BY TRAFFIC AGENTS
3 CRS
This course develops the students’ skills in directing and organizing groups. It prepares
the students with knowledge needed for preparing and developing local and
international travel.
TUR 2608
TOURISM MARKETING
3 CRS
In this course, the students analyze the market and the necessary advertising strategies
for achieving successful tourism. Class discussions gear toward how to prepare a
marketing plan, position the products in the industry, select the appropriate means and
strategies, prepare advertising, personal sales techniques and telemarketing. It also
develops skills in how to manage stress and conflict as a professional of this field.
TUR 2609
LEGAL AND ETHICAL ASPECTS OF TOURISM
3 CRS
This course is designed to enable students to prepare printed flight tickets,
Miscellaneous Charges Order (MCO), a prepaid ticket (PTA), reimbursements, and
credit card payments. Students also analyze legal aspects and requirements with which
passengers must comply while traveling to different international regions.
TUR 2610
EXTERNSHIP
PRE-REQUISITE: ALL COURSES (15 HOURS A WEEK)
TO THE FIFTH SEMESTER
4 CRS
This course prepares the students to practice the skills related to the tourist field.
Students have the option of practicing in the area of their preference: a travel agency,
an airport as a tourist guide, at a tourist information center, among others. During the
practice, students receive orientations from the Practice Coordinator and a Preceptor.
Students complement their experiences in the Supervised Practice Seminar.
TUR 2610S
SEMINAR FOR EXTERNSHIP
CO-REQUISITE: CONCURRENTLY WITH TUR 2610
2 CRS
With this course, the students complement their experiences in the Supervised Practice.
Students tell about and analyze their experiences at their practice sites.
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FACULTY
Regular Faculty
Program
Bacenet-Tirado, Antonio
MBA/TM, 2002, University of Phoenix
BA, 1989, New Hampshire College
AD, 2001, Technological College of San Juan
Electronics
Bonilla-Rodríguez, Ruth
GA, 1999, Huertas Junior College
GA, 1984, UIA
Drafting
Cáez-Sierra, Pedro C.
BA, 1999, Columbia College
GA, 1990, Technological Institute of PR
Refrigeration
Cancel-Lugo, Vilma
MA Ed., 1997, Phoenix University
BS Ph., 1963, UPR
Pharmacy Technician
Carrasquillo-Rodríguez, Héctor
BS, 1985, EDP College
GA, 1982, Columbia College
Computer Sciences
Claudio-Agosto, Ernesto
GA, 1988, Technological College of San Juan
Computer Repair
Concepción-González, Ángel D.
MBA, 1989, UIA
BBA, 1986, UPR, Mayagüez
Management, Accounting
Figueroa-Cruz, Nélida
Dental Assistant Diploma
1981, Medical Sciences Campus, UPR
Dental Assistant
Gómez-Gómez, Idahlia
MA Ed., 1997, Universidad Metropolitana
BA Secondary Education, 1977, UPR
Office Systems
Hernández-Martínez, Namir
BA Ed., 1996, Universidad del Turabo
Dental Assistant Diploma/ Expanded Duties
1988, Ramírez College
Dental Assistant
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Huertas-Reoyo, Inés
MA, 1974, UPR
BA, 1970, UPR
Social Sciences
Jiménez-Seda, Miguel
1990, Liceo de Artes y Tecnología
GA SET, 1988, Caribbean University
Drafting
Laboy-Fontánez, María
MA Ed., 1985, Universidad de Phoenix
BA Ed., 1971, UPR
Secretarial Sciences
López-Maldonado, Félix
BBA, 2005, Columbia University Center
Caguas, PR
Industrial / Vocational Education Certificate
1981, UPR
Electricity
Luna-Laboy, Zaira
BSN, UPR, Humacao
MASN, Medical Sciences Campus, UPR
Nursing
Neris-Rivera, Gloria E.
BA Ed., 1974, Universidad Central of Bayamón
Science
Nieves-Flores, Lourdes
MA, 1999, UPR
BA Ed., 1990, UPR, Cayey
Spanish
Ortiz-Hernández, Ricardo
BBA, 1994, Columbia College
GA, 1985, Percy Business College
Informatics Technology
Ortiz-Van Brackle, Angelique C.
MBA, 1993, Universidad del Turabo
BA Ed., 1989, UPR
Accounting
Rodríguez-López, Úrsula
MA, 1982, UPR
BA Ed., 1970, UIA
Spanish
Rodríguez-Santos, Norma
MS, HIM 1995, Medical Sciences, UPR
BA, 1974, UPR
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Sánchez-Peña, Doris
MA Ed., 1998, Universidad del Turabo
BA Ed., 1992, UPR, Cayey
English
Skerrett-Parrilla, Eugenio
MA Ed., 1991, Phoenix University
BA, BS, 1986, UIA
Mathematics
Soto-Ruiz, Ismael
BA, ASS, 1989 UPR
GA, 1989 Universidad Metropolitana
Respiratory Therapy
Adjunct Faculty
(three or more years with the Institution)
Teaching Area
Acevedo-Cartagena, Mayra
MA Ed-Science-New York Univ.
BA-UPR
Science
Acevedo-Cartagena, Rosarito
MA SL (Library), 1999, Universidad del Turabo
BA Ed., 1991, UPR
Science
Ayala -Gómez, Ada
BA, 1999, UPR, Mayagüez
English
Báez-García, Sergio
BSEE, 1987, UIA
Electronics
Cardona-Cuadrado, Rafael A.
BSS, 1981, Universidad del Turabo
AD Refr.,1993, Huertas Junior College
Diploma (Elec.), 1992, International College
Refrigeration
Cartagena Palmer, Marina
BS Ph, 1972, UPR
Pharmacy Technician
Colón, Miriam
BA Ed., 1996 –Inter American University
English
De Jesús, Rafael
Physical Training
MACS (Clinical Exercise)-1995-East Stroudsburg U.
BA Ed. (Physical Ed.)1993-UPR
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Droz-Ramos, Marcus
BS-U. Politechnical
AD-Electronic Engineering
Technological Inst., Manatí, PR
Electronics
Duprey- Pardo, Irma S.
MS MRA, 1989 Medical Science Campus, UPR
BS Ed., 1986, Catholic University of PR
GA Rec. Med, 1971, PR Junior College
Espinosa-Lugo, Jorge
BS, 1989-, UPR, Humacao
Management, Accounting
Figueroa, Johnny
BA Ed. (Electr.), 1974, UIA
Electricity
Gallardo-González, Diana M.
DMD, 1990, Recinto de Ciencias Médicas, UPR
BS, 1986, UPR
Dental Assistant
García, Joaly
BS (H. Sc.), 2003- Med. Sc. Campus, UPR
AD (Ph. Asst.), 2000 - HJC
Pharmacy Technician
García-Torres, José D.
BS, 1893, UPR
Bayamón, PR
Electronics, Instrumentation
Gutiérrez-González, Guillermo
MA, 1983, UIA
BA, 1974, UIA
Social Sciences
Luciano-Trinta, Ray A.
AD (Drafting), 1997, Huertas Junior College
Lic. # 2535
Drafting
Martínez, María N.
BASS, 2005 –Universidad del Turabo
Office Systems
Merced-Álamo, José
BA, 1989, UPR
Office Systems
Miranda-Cartagena, Jaime A.
MA Ed., 1968, New York University
BA Ed., 1956, UPR
Office Systems
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Ocaña-Domínguez, Roberto
MIS, EDP College
MBA, 1984, UIA
BS (Comp. Progr.), 1982, EDP College
Informatic Technology
Pérez, Melvin
Refrigeration Diploma, 1994- HJC
Refrigeration and A/C
Quiles González
BS, 2004- Sports Tech- Inter American Univ.
Physical Training
Ramos-Miranda, Ismael
MA Ed., 1978, UPR
BA Ed., 1972, UPR
Mathematics
Ramos, Aida
BA, 1970-UPR
Office Systems
Rivera-Blanco, Ricardo
Drafting
AD Civil Eng., 1995, Instituto Tecnológico de PR
Drafting Diploma, 1993, Lic. de Arte y Tecnología
Rodríguez, Isabel
MBA, 2002, Universidad del Turabo
BBA, 1999, UPR
Management
Rodríguez-González, Ricardo
BSEE, 1999, Universidad Politécnica de PR
Teacher license # 4556
Electricity, Instrumentation
Romero, Magaly
MD, 1988
Universidad Nordestana
República Dominicana
Biology Sciences
Santiago-Martínez, José
MA, 1987, Universidad del Turabo
BA, 1972, UPR
Information Technology
Santiago-Rodríguez, Norma
BS, 1996, Universidad Metropolitana
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Seda-Gratacós, Carmen
MA Ed. Tech., 2003- Sacred Heart University
MA Ed., 1996-Metropolitan University
BA, 1989- Sacred Heart University
Tourism
Silva-Torres, Ana
BASS, 2004, Criminal Justice -U. del Este,
MA-Asuntos Públicos, 2006, Univ. del Turabo
Paralegal
Toledo, Rafael
BA, Physical Edu., 2000 Universidad Central
Physical Training
Velázquez-Roldán, Juan P.
MA Ed., 1980, Universidad de Phoenix
BBA, 1974, UPR
Mathematics
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR
TENTATIVE ACADEMIC CALENDAR
SEMESTER SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER
EVENTS
2008
2009
2010
2011
HOLIDAY- Labor Day
September 1
September 7
September 6
September 5
Regular Enrollment
Sept. 2-10
Aug. 30-Sept. 8
August 31-Sept. 7
August 29-Sept. 2
Faculty Meeting
Sept. 8-9
September 8
September 7
September 6
First Day of Class
Sept.11
September 9
September 8
September 7
Late Enrollment
Last Day to pay for Practice Insurance and
Vaccination
Sept.11-19
September 9-18
September 8-17
September 7-16
Sept. 30
October 2
October 1
October 7
October 13
October 12
October 11
October 10
October 16
October 15
October 15
October 14
October 17
October 16
October 15
October 16
October 24
October 20
October 22
October 21
October 30
October 28
October 28
October 27
October 31
October 30
October 29
October 31
NA
NA
NA
Holiday-Columbus Day
Last day to post first partial grade (faculty)
Graduation
Last day to report students who have Not
Reported (NR) to class
President’s Meeting with the Faculty 1:00
p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
(Classes will meet as usual.)
Last day to Remove INCOMPLETES and to
request CHALLENGE TEST
General Elections (Granted)
November 4
Holiday- Veterans Day
November 11
November 11
November 11
November 11
Holiday-Discovery of Puerto Rico
November 19
November 19
November 19
November 19
Thanksgiving Recess
Enrollment for Active Students
Nov. 27-28
November 26-27
November 25-26
Nov. 24-25
Dec. 1-5
Nov. 30-Dic 4
Nov. 29-Dec. 3
Nov. 28-Dic 1
Honor Roll Ceremony
Last day to request Graduation
Last day to submit TOTAL WITHDRAWALS
and last to submit PARTIAL WITHDRAWALS
December 4
December 3
December 3
December 1
December
December 4
December 3
December 2
Last day of Class
December 17
December 16
December 15
December 16
Final Tests
December 18-19
December 17-18
December 20-21
December 19-20
Faculty submit grades to Registrar
December 22
December 21
December 22
December 22-23
Faculty Vacation
Dec. 23-Jan. 6
Dec. 6-Jan. 6
Dec. 23-Jan. 5
Dec. 26-Jan. 5
Regular Enrollment
Jan. 7-9
Jan. 4-8
Jan. 3-7
Jan. 3-10
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR
SEMESTER JANUARY - DECEMBER
EVENTS
2009
2010
2011
2012
Holiday-New Year’s Day
January 1
January 1
January 1
January 1
Faculty Vacations
January 2-7
January 4-7
January
January 3-5
Holiiday- Three Kings Day
New Students Enrollment, Readmissions
and Reenrollment
January 6
January 6
January 6
January 6
January 8, 9, and 13
January 4-8
January 3-7
January 3-10
Hoilday -Eugenio María de Hostos
January 12
January 11
January 10
January 9
First Day of Class
January 14
January 12
January 11
January 11
Late Enrollment
January 14-23
January 21-22
January 11-21
January 11-20
Holiday- Martin Luther King
Last Day to pay for Practice Insurance
and Vaccination
Last day to report students who have
Not Reported (NR) to class
Last day to post first partial grade
(faculty)
January 19
January 18
January17
January16
January 30
February 5
February 4
February 3
February 13
February 13
February 11
February 17
February 20
February 19
February 18
February 17
Holiday – Presidents’ Day
February 23
February 15
February 21
February 20
Student Associations Initiation
Last day to Remove INCOMPLETES
and to request CHALLENGE TEST
President’s Meeting with the Faculty
1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
February 25
February 10
February 25
February 24
February 27
February 26
February 28
February 29
March 5
March 4
March 10
March 6
Holiday – Columbus Day
March 22
March 22
March 23
March 22
Last day to submit TOTAL
WITHDRAWALS and last to submit
PARTIAL WITHDRAWALS
April 1-3
March 24-31
March 28-April 1
March 28-April 4
April 3
April 9
April 1
April 4
Holy Week Recess
April 9-10
April 1-2
April 21-22
April 5-6
Holiday - José de Diego
April 20
April 19
April 18
April 16
Last day of Class
April 21
April 21
April 15
April 18
Final Tests
April 22-23
April 22-23
April 19-20
April 19-20
Enrollment of new students and
readmissions
Faculty Workshops/Meetings
April 24
April 26
April 25
April 23
April 27-28
April 28-30
April 28-May 3
April 25-May 1
Granted – Faculty Birthdays
April 29
April 28
April 29
April 30
Vacation Regular Faculty
April 30-May 1
April 29-30
April 27-28
April 25-May 1
First day of Class – May - August
May 4
May 3
May 3
May 2
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR
SEMESTER MAY - AUGUST
EVENTS
2009
2010
2011
Enrollment
April 28-30
April 28-30
April 26-May 2
First Day of Class
May 4
May 3
May 3
Late Enrollment
May 4-15
May 3-12
May 3-11
Holiday – Memorial Day
Last Day to pay for Practice Insurance and
Vaccination
May 25
May 31
May 30
May 29
May 4
June 3
Last day to post first partial grade (faculty)
Last day to report students who have Not
Reported (NR) to class
President’s Meeting with the Faculty 1:00
p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Last day to Remove INCOMPLETES and
to request CHALLENGE TEST
June 10
June 7
June 10
June 19
June 18
June 24
June 25
June 24
June 23
June 30
June 30
June 30
Holiday – Independence Day
July 4 (obs 3.)
July 4 (obs 5.)
July 4
July 13-17
July 20-23
July 19-22
Holiday - Luis Muñoz-Rivera
July 20
July 19
July 18
Academic Recess
July 27-31
July 25-29
Holiday – Puerto Rico Constitution Day
July (Sat.) 25
July 26-30
July 25 (obs. July
26 )
Holiday - José C. Barbosa
Early Enrollment New Students in
September
Last day to submit TOTAL
WITHDRAWALS and last to submit
PARTIAL WITHDRAWALS
July 27
July 27
July 27
August 3-21
August 2-20
August 1-19
August 7
August 6
August 5
Last day of Class
August 18
August 17
August 17
Final Exams
August 19-20
August 18-19
August 18-19
Faculty Vacation
August 21
August 24 September 3
August 20
August 22
Faculty Meetings
September 7
September 7
September 6
First day of Class
September 8
September 8
September 7
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CERTIFICATION
We hereby certify that this Catalog, to our best of our knowledge, is a reliable
representation of our academic programs, physical facilities, and academic norms. It is
a product of the Institution’s historical evolution and of the team efforts of our
employees.
The content of this Catalog is subject to change according to the needs of the
Institution. Any change made does not invalidate the rest of the Catalog.
This Catalog corresponds to the years 2009-2012. We are submitting this
Catalog in January 2009 and it will have immediate vengeance.
Edwin Ramos-Rivera, Esq.
President
***************
TRANSLATION
This Catalog represents an English translation from the Spanish version. The
Institution recommends the use of the Spanish version for any question concerning the
original information.
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