1. COUN 200- Orientation to College
Ms. K.D. Lê
(½ unit)
P/NP

2. Guest Speakers (Financial Aids) Health Services La Donna Yumori-Kaku
(Office of College Life)

3. Get to Know Each Other. Name? Major/Educational Goal? Hobbies/Talents?
1 interesting thing about you?
Pair up with a partner. You will introduce each other to the class afterward.

4. Grading Guidelines-Coun 100
SLO: Develop a 1-quarter Student Education Plan that supports your individualized educational goal and reflects your placement test results
An Education Plan must be submitted in order to pass the course. Areas of the Education Plan that should be accurately completed are: Placement test results, work week hours, GE pattern, transfer institution, major, preferred and alternative courses for two quarters.

5. Grading Guidelines (Rubric)
PASS A
Education plan has no mistakes. B
Education plan has only 1 mistake. C
Education plan has only 2 mistakes.
NO PASS D
Education plan has only 3 mistakes. F
Education plan has 4 or more mistakes.
(or)
1 or more absences.

6. Other Guidelines All questions must be asked during class
No question before class, during breaks, or after class
Cell phones off
No tardiness beyond 10 minutes
No leaving early
No absences

7. U.S. College/University System
Course #1-49 =UC
Course #1-99 = CSU

8. Earnings & Unemployment in 2012
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9. Some Common College Terms
Unit- college credit given to a course
Quarter/Semester semesters = 3 quarters
Prerequisite-a requ. that must be met before enrolling in a course
Corequisite-a requ. that must be taken at the same time with another course.
Green Sheet -information about the course (contract)
Advisory- knowledge that is advisable before course entry
GE- breadth requirements In various disciplines/subject areas.
Major-a series of courses in a specialized area of study.
Articulation Agreement- listing of DA courses equivalent to corresponding courses at another school (
GE Certification-verify completion of GE prior to transfer

10. Placement Test
Placement tests required for English, ESL, Math, Chem 1A, Biol 6A & Biol 40A
Students who have taken a placement test and then enrolled in a course in that subject area WILL NOT be able to retest. (change effective April 4, 2011)
Students who have not enrolled in a class can retest during the normal time frame (6 months for English, mathematics, biology, chemistry;  1 year for ESL ) if they provide documentation of their preparation for the retest.
Transcript/AP scores -used for placement must be brought to Testing office prior to registration

11. Placement into EWRT 1A is based on 1 of the following:
Qualifying score on De Anza English Placement exam
Score of 3 or higher on AP English-eligible for Ewrt 1B, Ewrt 2, Phil 3 & Spch 9
Completion of AA degree or higher in the US
Completion of ESL 5 with “C” or better
Satisfaction of UC subject “A” requirement or CSU EPT test for EWRT 1A equivalent.

12. English Course Sequence (no expiration date)
Ewrt 1A (5)
Ewrt 1A (5)
LART 211
(10 units) Or
Ewrt 211(5)
Read 211(5)
Ewrt 200 (5)
Read 200 (5) Or
LART 200
(10 units)

13. ESL Course Sequence (no expiration date)
EWRT 1A (5)
ESL 272(5)
ESL 273 (5)
ESL 261(3)
ESL 262(3)
ESL 263(4)
ESL 251(3)
ESL 252 (3)
ESL 253 (4)
ESL 244 (10)
ESL 234 (10)
ESL 200 (10)

14. Math Course Sequence (Math test results expire after 1 year)
Pre-Cal III
(5 units)
Math 1A
(5 units)
Math 10,11
44 or 46
(5 units)
Math 1B
(5 units)
Math 42
Pre-Cal II
(5 units)
Math 114
(5 units)
Math 23
Eng. Stat.
(5 units)
Math 1C
(5 units)
Math 41
Pre-Cal I
(5 units)
Math 212
(5 units)
Math 2A
Math2B
Math 1D
(5 units)
Math 210
(5 units)

15. Chemistry/Biology Readiness Test
This test is a prerequisite for :
Chem 1A Pass test (22/44) + H.S. Chem + Inter. Algebra ‘C’ or better. May retake after 180 days. Valid for 12 months.
Biol. 6A Pass test (22/44) or Chem 1A or Chem 50 ‘C’ or better. May retake after 180 days. No expiration of results.
Biol 40A This is a different Chemistry placement test. Pass test (14/44) or Chem 50 or Chem 1A with a ‘C’ or better. May retake after 180 days. No expiration of results. Chem 30A is advised for transfer nursing programs.

16. Chemistry Course Sequence (results expire after 1 year)
Chem 12A,B,C
Organic Chem
(5 units each)
Chem 1C
(5 units)
Chem 1B
(5 units)
Chem 1A
(5 units)
Chem./Biol.
Readiness
Test + HS Chem
Chem 50
(5 units) Or

17. Which GE pattern to follow?
Vocational/career Degree
Transferring to CSU
Transferring to UC or undecided about where to transfer to
Transferring to a private school
Transferring to a UC in a high-unit major
AA/AS pattern
CSU pattern
Must complete Area A & B4 before transfer with ‘C’ or better
IGETC pattern
All classes ‘C’ or better
Must be certified by DA before transfer)
Campus Specific pattern
7-course minimum GE pattern

18. IGETC Exceptions
High unit majors (Engineering, Applied Sciences, Natural Sciences)
Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley
UC San Diego: Eleanor Roosevelt & Revelle colleges
UC Santa Barbara: B.A. Computer Science in the College of Letters and Science

19. G.E. Group Exercise How many courses are required for each area?
Give an example of specific courses which fulfill each section of each area.
What grades must you receive to satisfy GE requirement?

20. Homework www.Assist.org find your major requirements (for transfers)
find major requirements (for AA/AS degree students)
Review 3 GE patterns
Get ready for presentation of GE patterns tomorrow

21. Minimum UC Transfer Requirements
90 UC transferable units (#1-49)
2.4 GPA (2.8 GPA for non-resident)
EWRT 1A
EWRT 2 or PHIL 3 or SPCH 9 (for IGETC) or EWRT 1B (for major or college which do not accept IGETC)
Math course above MATH 114 (10,11,41,43,1A,etc.)
4 courses from at least 2 of the following areas:
Arts & Humanities
Physical & Biological Sciences
Social & Behavioral Sciences
(All courses must be completed with a “C” or better)

22. Minimum CSU Transfer Requirements
90 CSU transferable units (#1-99)
2.0 GPA (2.4 GPA for non-resident)
EWRT 1A or ESL 5
SPCH 1 or 10
PHIL 3 or 4 or 5 or 7 or SPCH 8 or 9 or 15 or EWRT 2
Math course ABOVE MATH 114 (refer to your major & GE pattern)

23. Requirements for AA/AS Degree
90 units
2.0 GPA at De Anza
2.0 cumulative GPA
24 units at De Anza
De Anza GE for AA/AS (CSU or IGETC)
Major requirements listed on DA curriculum guides

24. A.A.-T/A.S.-T (Associate Degrees for Transfer)
Guaranteed Admission Jr. standing to CSU
Priority admission to local CSU deemed similar to AA/AS-T
Requ. Only 90 units to earn BA/BS
Need to complete CSU GE or IGETC for CSU (include American Ideals); C or higher; Courses for ADT NOT count for GE
Adm. Of Justice
Bus. Adm.
Communication
Early Childhood Edu.
History
Kinesiology
Mathematics
Political Science
Sociology

25. Grade Point Average (GPA)
Letter Grade Point Value
A + = 4.0
A = 4.0
A- = 3.7
B+ = 3.3
B = 3.0
B- = 2.7
C+ = 2.3
C = 2.0
D+ = 1.3
D = 1.0
D = 0.7
F = 0.0
Non Letter Grade
I, IP, W, P, NP
(These non-letter grades have no point value & do not affect GPA)

26. How to Calculate GPA? Course Units Grade Grade Points
HIST 17A 4.0 B (4x3) 12
PE 21A 0.5 A (0.5x4) 2
MATH B (5x3) 15
EWRT P __________________
PE NP __________________
ICS A (4x4) 16
ASTR W __________________
HLTH D (4x0) 0
17.5(Letter Graded Units) 45(G.P)

27. GPA Calculation Overall G.P.A= 45 (Graded Points)
_____________________________________________________________
17.5 (Letter Graded Units)
2.57 GPA
(refer to GPA Calculation worksheet on p. 33)

28. PROBATION Academic-overall GPA is below 2.0
Check grades end of each quarter
Repeat courses with “D” or “F”
Disqualification after 5 consecutive quarters on Probation
Progress-50% of units received are “W”, “I”, or “NP”
Drop courses by the end of 2nd week
Complete all classes enrolled in
Disqualification after 5 consecutive quarters on Probation

29. Course numbering
Courses numbered #1-99 are transferable to CSU (ex. ICS 7, EWRT 1A)
Courses numbered #1-49 are transferable to UC
Recommend using courses numbered #1-49 for private & out of state

30. Course Lettering
The letter following the number in a course means it’s part of a sequence (ex. ARTS 2A,2B,2C). You may or may not be able to take courses out of sequence.
Special Topic courses include X=1, Y=2, Z=3 units (ex. COUN80X = 2 units)
Z refers to Distance Education courses (ex. COUN100.64Z is taught online)

31. Non-Transferable Courses
Any courses numbered above # 99
Example: EWRT , READ 200, 211, ESL 251,252,253, MATH 210,212,114
You may choose to take them for P/NP instead of a letter grade
You need to request to take them for P/NP to avoid compromising your overall GPA
Courses numbered 200 and above are non degree applicable (ex. Math 212, ESL 200)

32. Transfer Admission Agreement (TAA)
Several universities offer De Anza students guaranteed admission to the campus & major of their choice
TAA is by contract to complete course requirements & GPA
Only 1 TAA
UC: UCI, UCD, UCSC, UCM, UCR, UCSB
PRIVATE: Arizona State University, Cogswell Polytechnical College, UOP

33. Sexual Harassment Policy
Quid pro quo! (Latin means “this for that”)
Usually involve someone in the position of power.
Campus contact person
Michelle LeBleu-Burns
Dean, Student Dev. & EOPS
HCC164
(408)
Hostile Environment
Difficult to define; Can involve anyone.
Campus contact person
Michelle LeBleu-Burns
Dean, Student Dev. & EOPS
HCC164
(408)

34. Drug & Alcohol Policy
NO illicit drug or alcohol by anyone on college property or at any college sponsored activities and events!!!
Violation may result in criminal prosecution.

35. Violence Policy
NO verbal or physical violence will be tolerated in classrooms, offices or anywhere on campus

36. When should I register for class?
As soon as you are permitted to register
You may add in person during first 2 weeks of quarter
Show up in class during the 1st day to add course
Classes are limited
Be flexible with time
You may make changes to your schedule later
You can be on wait list if possible

37. When Do I Apply to Transfer?
CSU Application first Accepted:
Summer semester/quarter
February 1-28
Fall semester/quarter
October 1-Nov. 30
Winter quarter
June 1-30
Spring semester/quarter
August 1-31
To apply, please go to
UC Application Filing Periods
(To be filed the year prior to transfer term)
Winter/Spring Semester (if open)
July 1-31
Fall Quarter/Semester
November 1–30
Spring Quarter (if open)
October 1-31
UCB- semester system
UCM- semester system
To apply, please go to
edu/apply

38. To get an AA Degree & Transfer to 4 year university
You will need to complete:
Major requirements
GE requirements
Competitive GPA (above 2.0 GPA)
90 Units total (Major + GE + Electives + GPA)

39. When Do I Apply for my AA/AS degree?
During your last quarter at De Anza or
When you completed the AA/AS degree requirements (GE+ Major+ 2.0 GPA+ 90 units)

40. When do I apply for GE certification?
When you completed courses for CSU or IGETC pattern and
In your last quarter before transfer to the CSU or UC which admitted you
Possible to do partial GE certification for the CSU
Download form and submit to Admissions & Records office

41. My Portal Apply to De Anza Retrieve your placement tests results
Get your date to register
Add, drop, register or waitlist for classes
Update your contact information
Check your grades
Pay your fees
Holds
Obtain your unofficial transcripts

42. Student Services….
Disability Support Programs & Services
Educatinal Diagnostic Center (EDC)
Disability Support Services
Counseling & Advising Center
Health Services
Assessment Center
Transfer Center
Tutorial Center
Office of College Life
International Student Office

43. ASSIST www.assist.org Student transfer information
UC and CSU lower division major requirements
UC, CSU & CA community college major finder and campus explorer
Access UC & CSU transferable course lists
Access IGETC or CSU GE
Good for many UCs and CSUs but not all.

44. Register for Classes See the Academic Calendar for important dates.
Get a Schedule of Classes online or at the Bookstore and choose your classes.
Your date to register will be online after your application has been processed. You will receive your confirmation of enrollment and other important information via . Please make sure your
address is current.
Need a free account?

45. Register for Classes cont.
Registration dates are assigned by the total number of units completed at De Anza or Foothill Colleges only. Foothill students must submit an application to De Anza to be eligible for registration at De Anza.
Register online – Check for date & registration

46. Pay Your Fees!!!!!
You will be informed of your fees during the online or phone registration process.
To calculate your fees ahead of time, use the Fee Calculation Worksheet online or in the printed Schedule of Classes.
Payment may be made online, by mail, our drop box, or in person.
Fees are payable at the time of registration.
Review refund policy for international students
Pay ASAP or you will lose your classes (refer to payment policy)!

47. Coun 100 Action Plan Check List
Take Placement Tests
Register for Classes
Pay your fees
Obtain your DASB Card
Attend Classes
See a counselor for next quarter’s Educational Plan if needed

48. Reminders Register for your classes Pay fees (ASAP) Buy text books
Take picture for your DASB card
Attend classes (be punctual!)
Be aware of deadlines! (refer to quarter calendar dates)
Be aware of different class and college policies

49. Strategies For College Success
Take no more than 12 units your first quarter. Learn how De Anza works is like taking a class in itself
Come early to allow time for parking
Schedule 2 hours of homework for every unit you take
Find and get to know one person on campus who cares about your survival
Learn how to use De Anza’s support services and resources such as the Tutorial Center, Career Center, & Transfer Center
Set up a daily, weekly, and monthly schedule and stick to it. Practice good time management skills

50. Strategies for College Success (Continue)
Join at least one study group with other students
Meet with your instructors during their office hours
Choose friends who share your academic values and goals
If you are undecided in your major, take CLP 70 or 75
Get involved in campus activities, and/or take a job on campus. Stay connected to the campus in some other way besides the classroom
If you can’t avoid stress, learn how to live with it and reduce stress in healthy ways (exercise, nutrition, adequate sleep)

51. ……continue
Recopy your notes and do your homework right after class while the information is still fresh in your mind.
Buy your textbooks the week before the quarter starts to avoid long lines
Learn how to navigate De Anza’s website for the information you need
See a counselor each quarter to help you with your Educational Plan and academic goals
Enjoy learning and develop a passion for your education.
Go to class everyday!!!

52. Courses to consider…1st Quarter
Bus 10 (5 units)
ESL 230Y (4)
ESL 254 (3)
ESL 260 (3)
CLP 70 (4)
CLP 75 (1)
EWRT 94 (2)
ESL 210 (1/2)
Huma 50 (4)
Huma 20 (4)
ICS 7 (4)
PE 70A (2)
PE 71 (1)
COUN 80 (1/2-3)
COUN 57 (2)

53. Classes for 1st Quarter (without placement tests)
1. English Development
ESL 210 (1/2 unit)
ESL 211X (1 unit)
ESL 213X (1 unit)
ESL 216X (1 unit)
ESL 223X (1 unit)
ESL 254 (3 units)
ESL 260 (3 units)
ESL 230Y (4 units)
EWRT 77X (2 units)
EWRT 81 (1 unit)
2. Arts & Humanities
INTL 11 (4 units)
ICS 45 (4 units)
HUMI 16 (4 units)
HUMI 15 (4 units)
ARTS 2G/INTL 10 (4 units)
PHTG 7 (4 units)
PHTG 20 (4 units)
PHIL 24/ELIT 24 (4 units)
ELIT 44 (4 units

54. Classes for 1st Quarter…cont. (without placement tests)
3. Social & Behavioral
ICS 7/SPCH 7 (4 units)
ICS 8/WMST 8 (4 units)
ICS 4 (4 units)
ADMJ 29/ICS 29 (4 units)
WMST 12 (4 units)
GEO 4 (4 units)
SOC 28 (4 units)
SOC 35 (4 units)
JOUR 2 (4 units)
CD 12 (4 units)
ES 1 (4 units)
4. GE for AA & CSU
PE 70A (1 unit)& PE 71 (1 unit)
HUMA 50 (4 units)
HUMA 20 (4 units)
CLP 70 (4 units)
NUTR 10 (4 units)
HLTH 21 (4 units)
HLTH 51 (4 units)
SPCH 16 (4 units)
PSYC 9 (4 units)

55. The Journey begins….. De Anza welcomes you!
See a counselor when you need help
Be active! Be involve on & off campus.
Explore possibilities...
Make time to adjust and enjoy
Have a great time!

56. Questions?! What are the 3 things you have learned today?
What questions do you have about this class or about the college process at De Anza?