1. COUN 50- Introduction to College (1 unit) Pass/No Pass
Instructor:
Ms. Shireen Luna Woo
(408) (Direct Line)

2. Grading Guidelines for Coun 50
To Pass this Class You Must:
Attend class every class
Complete the online final on my website the last day of class (early/late submissions will not be counted)

3. Grading Guidelines (Rubric)
PASS A B C
No absences and complete online final on the last day of class between 12:01am and 10:00am
NO PASS D F
1 class absence or more and do not complete online final on time

4. Other Class Guidelines
All questions must be asked during class
No question before class or during breaks
Cell phones & electronic devices must be silenced
No tardiness beyond 10 minutes
No leaving early
No absences

5. U.S. College/University System Note: There are actually now 114 Community Colleges in California!

6. Education Pays! * Median weekly earnings in 2016
Here are some interesting statistics based on the educational attainment level of workers age 25 & older in the US. This information is for full-time wage and salary workers, and comes from the United States Department of Labor.
Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) $1,664
Professional degree (J.D., M.D., etc.) $1,745
Master’s degree $1,380
Bachelor’s degree $1,156
Associate degree $819
Some college, no degree $756
High school diploma $692
No high school diploma $504
Median Value: Half the people in this category make less, and half the people in this category make more than the figure shown.

7. Some Common College Terms
Unit- college credit given to a course
Quarter/Semester semesters = 3 quarters
Prerequisite-a requirement that must be met before enrolling in a course
Corequisite-a course that must be taken at the same time with another course.
Green Sheet -information about the course (contract)
TAA/TAG- Transfer Admission Agreement (or Guarantee). For more info go to the transfer center at:
Advisory-knowledge advisable before course entry
GE- breadth requirements In various 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
My Portal- De Anza College portal where you can add/drop classes and receive important information to help you navigate the system

8. Placement Test
Placement tests required for specific courses: English, ESL, Math, Chem 1A, Biol 6A & Biol 40A
Transcript/AP scores -used for placement must be brought to Evaluations (Admission & Records drop box) prior to registration

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

10. English Course Sequence
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)

11. Students must complete ESL 261/262/263 before taking 273
ESL Course Sequence
ESL 6(5)
ESL 5(5)
EWRT 1A (5)
ESL 272(5)
ESL 273 (5)
Students must complete ESL 261/262/263 before taking 273
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)

12. Math Course Sequence Math 43 Pre-Cal III (5 units) Math 1A (5 units)
44, or 46
(5 units)
Math 1B
(5 units)
Math 42
Pre-Cal II
(5 units)
Math 1C
(5 units)
Math 114
(5 units)
Math 41
Pre-Cal I
(5 units)
Math 2A
Math2B
(5 units ea)
Math 212
(5 units)
Math 1D
(5 units)
Math 210
(5 units)

13. Chemistry Course Sequence (no expiration date )
Chem 12A,B,C
Organic Chem
(5 units each)
Chem 1C
(5 units)
Chem 1B
(5 units)
Chem 1A
(5 units)
Chem 25 or
Chem 30A
Math 114 +
Chem./Biol.
Placement
Test & Math 114+ Or

14. Which GE pattern to follow?
Vocational/career Degree
Transferring to CSU
Transferring to UC or undecided where to transfer
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
‘C’ grade or better in all classes
Campus Specific pattern
7-course minimum GE pattern

15. G.E. Group Exercise
In small groups, take a few minutes to review all 3 GE patterns.
List 2 to 3 things about each pattern that are different from the other patterns.
Be prepared to tell the class what you discovered

16. Homework www.Assist.org find your major requirements (for transfers)
find major requirements (for AA/AS degree students)
Be prepared to report your findings about the 3 GE patterns

17. 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 some 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
(IGETC: All courses must be completed with a “C” or better)

18. 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)

19. Requirements for Associate 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 at:
NOTE: Transfer Associate Degrees require completion of all major courses, in addition to full completion of IGETC or CSU GE’s

20. 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)

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

22. GPA Calculation Overall G.P.A= 45 (Graded Points)
_____________________________________________________________
17.5 (Letter Graded Units)
2.57 GPA

23. ACADEMIC PROBATION This occurs when overall GPA falls below 2.0
There are five levels Level 1, 2, 3, 4 (Pre-Dismissal) and Dismissal
Students will remain on academic probation each quarter (excluding summer) as long as their overall GPA is below a 2.0
Students will advance to the next level of academic probation in each consecutive enrolled quarter in which they do not earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0. 
Prevent this from happening by:
Checking grades at the end of each quarter
Repeating courses with “D” or “F” grades
Balancing your life (school, work, leisure, etc…)

24. REPEATING COURSES
You may only attempt or enroll in the same course three times.
If you receive 2 failing grades or 1 “W” and a 1 failing grade in a course, the system will block you, and you will need to request an override from Admissions and Records to register in it a third time. 
Upon your third attempt, you must know that this is the final and last time you will be allowed to enroll in this course at De Anza or Foothill. Also, your instructor will be forced to issue you a letter grade. 
After Three Attempts, permission to enroll in a course a fourth time will only be granted due to documented extenuating circumstances, significant lapse of time (5 years) and legally mandated for training/employment. 

25. Course numbering & lettering
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 schools until you contact them about what is required
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 usually include an X (COUN80X)
Z refers to Distance Education courses (ex. COUN100.64Z is taught online)
Y refers to Hybrid Courses (ex. COUN100.64Y is taught part in class and part online)

26. Non-Transferable & Non-Degree Applicable Courses
Any courses numbered above # 99 are non-transferable
(Example: EWRT , READ 200, 211, ESL 251,252,253, MATH 210,212,114)
Courses numbered 200 and above are non degree applicable (ex. Math 212, ESL 200)
PASS/NO PASS COURSES (P/NP):
You may choose to take a class P/NP instead of for a letter grade. Usually, if you think you may barely pass and want to avoid compromising your overall GPA
IMPORTANT: be sure to check your major requirements and/or transfer institution to make sure that the course does not need to be taken for a letter grade!

27. 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)

28. 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.

29. Applying to Transfer? CSU
Apply October 1st to 30th, one year prior to transfer
To apply, go to www2.calstate.edu/Apply
Private and
Out of State Colleges
Dates vary &
Many require the common application: UC
Apply November 1st – 30th, one year prior to transfer
To apply, please go to

30. To obtain an AA Degree & Transfer to a UC or CSU
You will need to complete:
Major requirements
GE requirements
Competitive GPA (above 2.0 GPA)
90 Units total (Major + GE + Electives + GPA)

31. 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)

32. 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
It is possible to do partial GE certification for the CSU
Download form and submit to Admissions & Records office

33. My PORTAL
My Portal Registration System:
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
Obtain your unofficial transcripts
Check your status in “Degree Works”
Complete an educational plan in Degree Works

34. Student Services…. CareerServices www.deanza.edu/counseling/career/
Disabled Student Programs & Services
Educatinal Diagnostic Center (EDC)
Counseling & Advising Center
Health Services
Assessment Center
Transfer Center
Tutorial Center
Student Activities Office
International Student Office
Financial Aid

35. 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.

36. Registering for classes:
Register as soon as you are permitted to register
You may add in person during first 2 weeks of quarter
Show up on the 1st day of class to add course
Classes are limited
Be flexible with your time
You may make changes to your schedule later
If you choose to be on a wait list for a course, please check you regularly.

37. Registering cont… See the Academic Calendar for important dates.
Refer to “My Portal” for your date and time to register
Refer to the Schedule of Classes online before selecting your classes.
Your date to register will be online after your application has been processed. You will receive confirmation of enrollment and other important information via .
Please make sure your
address is current.

38. Pay Your Fees!!!!!
You will be informed of your fees during the online registration
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, in our drop box, or in person. You may also split your payment.
Fees are payable at the time of registration, so pay your fees to avoid being dropped from your classes!
Review refund policy for international students

39. Coun 50 Action Plan Check List
Take Placement Tests
Register for Classes
Pay your fees
Obtain your DASB Card
Attend Classes
Complete a 3 quarter Educational Plan

40. Strategies For College Success
Take no more than units your first quarter.
Come early to allow time for parking
Schedule 2 hours of homework per week 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, Career & Transfer Services.
Set up a daily or weekly schedule and stick to it. Practice good time management skills

41. Strategies for College Success Cont….
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)
Attend class regularly, be punctual, and prepared!

42. Strategies for College Success Cont….
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 every other quarter to help you with your Educational Plan and academic goals
Enjoy learning and develop a passion for your education!

43. Ideal 1st quarter schedule:
Courses to consider…
CLP 70 (4)
CLP 75 (2)
HUMA 50 (4)
HUMA 20 (4)
HUMA 10 (4)
PE 70A (2)
PE 71 (1)
ICS 7 (4)
Social & Behavioral Sci or Arts & Humanities (4)
Ideal 1st quarter schedule:
Math (5)
EWRT or ESL (5)
HUMA 50 (4) or (2-4 unit class of interest)
Total = 12 – 14 units

44. The Journey begins….. De Anza welcomes you!
See a counselor when you need help
Be involved in activities on & off campus.
Make time to adjust to college.
Explore possibilities and enjoy your journey!