INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

OFFICE HOURS

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog

GRADING CRITERIA – Policy and Procedures

*Grade system, content and order of course outline subject to change under instructor’s discretion

COURSE OUTLINE:           * Content of class subject to change under instructor’s discretion.

• Basic theory and proper use of bits and spurs
• Basic tack and equipment care, and tack room maintenance
• Proper saddle fit
• Continued emphasis on balanced riding position, and use of cues for maneuver execution
• Continued progression on forehand, hindquarter turns and rollbacks
• Lateral movements and exercises in preparation for gait transitions (upward & downward), collection and bilateral coordination of rider’s cues and aids.
• Changes of leads
• Basics of riding one handed/neck reining
• Ranch Horsemanship – guest Instructor
• Introduction to “Western Dressage” – guest instructor

OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION:

Mon., Sept. 3 – Labor Day Holiday – No Classes

Thurs., Nov. 8 – Last day to drop a class with a grade of “W”

Wed. - Sat., Nov. 21-24 - Thanksgiving Holiday – No Classes

Sat. – Thurs., Dec. 8 – 13 – Final Exams Week

Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.  All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor.  It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member.  Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence.  Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work.  Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor.  A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam.  Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives.    Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)

Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is ___Nov. 8___

The following attendance policy will take precedence over NCTC’s General Attendance Policy above:

Student will receive 20 pts/day for Attendance/Participation.  You will receive 0 points for each Excused absence and a 50 pt. deduction for an Unexcused absence.

• YOU (the student) must notify the instructor before class (or ASAP) for an absence to be excused and will be counted excused only at the discretion of the instructor.  You must send an email to the instructor’s NCTC email and/or leave an office voicemail message.
• It is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor and arrange for makeup of missed work. Permission to make-up work will only be granted for an excused absence, preferably in advance, and at the discretion of instructor. NO make-up work accepted for UNEXCUSED absences.
• Three excused absences will count as an UNEXCUSED absence.
• Two UNEXCUSED absences will result in dropping a letter grade for the course
• Three UNEXCUSED absences will result in another letter grade drop. 
• Four UNEXCUSED absences will result in receiving an F for the course (it is the students responsibility to drop the course).
• Three tardies (greater than 10 min.) will count as an UNEXCUSED absence.

Classroom/Lab Etiquette:     

The NCTC Equine Dept. is committed to promoting a level of classroom etiquette conducive to maximum instruction and learning.  It is assumed that adults in a collegiate environment will act accordingly, and inappropriate classroom/arena behavior will not be tolerated.  Within this context the following etiquette is expected.

• Be on time for class and remain for the entire period.  You are inconsiderate when you arrive late and leave early. 
• Refrain from talking while the instructor, speaker, or another student is talking.  Idle chattering is disruptive and disrespectful to others.  Listen to what is being said to others and try to learn from their instruction as well.
• Do not use cell phones or any other electronic device in this course.  However you may record lectures.
• Students MUST wear jeans and a shoe/boot with a heel.  NO crop tops or inappropriate clothing (i.e., “see through” or extremely “low rise” jeans)
• Waiver of Liability, Helmet Waiver, Rules of the Barn, and Syllabus contract must be signed and handed back before student can begin the class.

*Failure to follow these guidelines will result in disciplinary action, which will include point reductions and/or removal from the classroom/arena, and/or the course.  The instructor retains the right to excuse and/or drop students who consistently disregard these guidelines and display inappropriate behavior.

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).

Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc.  Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify. If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-4321.  Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 110 in Gainesville.

COURSE TYPE

o         Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)

o        Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

x        WECM Course

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion.  Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty.  See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”. 

Consequences for academic dishonesty may include: Handled on a case by case basis according to severity of the offense.

1. Verbal warning and 0 (no points) credit for the assignment in question for all parties involved.
2. Second offense for any of the parties involved in a second offense will be kicked out of the class.

QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS