INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

OFFICE HOURS

I can be reached for any questions/concerns via email.  Also available to schedule appointment via Webex.

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 “Cowboy/Western Dressage” – guest instructor

OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION:

• Labor Day Campus Closed September 7,
• Last day to drop with “W” – Monday, November 2, 2020
• Thanksgiving Holiday Campus Closed November 25-29
• Final Exam week- December 7-12, online

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 enough 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)

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 must EMAIL the instructor before class (or ASAP) for an absence to be excused and will be excused only at the discretion of the instructor.
• Two excused absences will equal an UNEXCUSED absence in point deductions.
• Two UNEXCUSED absences will result in dropping a letter grade.
• Each subsequent UNEXCUSED absence will result in an additional letter grade drop. (Students’ responsibility to drop course).
• NO make-up work for UNEXCUSED absences.  Permission to make-up work for an excused absence will only be granted in advance and/or at the instructor’s discretion.  It is the student’s (YOUR) responsibility to notify instructor and arrange for makeup of missed work

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.

WECM Course

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

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 will be 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.

COVID-19 Specific Syllabi Statements Fall 2020

Syllabi statement regarding potential Conversion of Onsite Classes to Online/Remote Format: North Central Texas College students should be aware that in the event of a college closure due to COVID-19, onsite classes will be converted to an online/remote format. Students should plan ahead to ensure they have access to the computer equipment (either PC, MAC, or tablet), webcam, and internet connectivity to continue their classes in an online/remote format. Please read all your official North Central Texas College student emails as the transition from onsite to online/remote might require a reorganization in your personal situation. Students will be granted a 72-hour transition and grace period. Online classes will continue as scheduled without disruption. Wear a mask, stay safe, and contact your Instructor as the situation arises. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.

Syllabi Statement Regarding Face Coverings: Per the North Central Texas College guidance on face coverings on campus, in the instructional setting, faculty and students must wear face coverings, such as masks or face shields. Students without coverings, or those who do not comply with the rules relating to face coverings, will not be able to participate in on-campus classroom activities. To request an exception to this requirement, students should contact the NCTC HR Office of Enrollment Management (ccove@nctc.edu). Failure to comply with the face coverings requirement may result in the Instructor directing the student to leave the classroom. Any student asked to leave the classroom may be referred to the student conduct officer. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.

Temporary COVID-19 Attendance Policy for Face-to-Face Meetings: We are facing an unprecedented situation in which all of us must be flexible and make prudent decisions in the best interest of our families, our campus, and our community. In light of this, North Central Texas College is temporarily establishing the requirement that faculty keep records of student attendance for face-to-face course meetings as well as a documented seating chart. In addition, students who are sick or need to quarantine should not attend classes. Students will not be required to provide formal documentation from a health care provider and will not be penalized for COVID-19 related absences when proper notification to campus health officials is made in accordance with the guidelines stated below.

Faculty will:

• Notify students about important course information and delivery changes through Canvas and campus email.

Students should:

• Provide notification to campus officials (via NCTC Daily Health Check protocol through Canvas) if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have to quarantine so we can confirm reported absence with instructors, monitor, and assist the campus community.
• Notify instructors in advance of the absence.
• Connect with that class through Webex if the class session is being transmitted in a hybrid fashion.
• Keep up with and/or make up missed classwork or assignments.
• Submit assignments digitally through Canvas or other means as announced by your instructor.
• Work with their instructors to reschedule exams, labs, and other critical academic activities described in the course syllabus.
• Check Canvas and campus email daily to receive important announcements pertaining to the course.

During this period, faculty with face-to-face meetings will establish assigned seating/work stations to facilitate roll-taking, and, if necessary, contact tracing. Additionally, we ask all members of the College community to be attentive to their health, and safeguard others, by following the CDC’s guideline to “stay home when you are sick.” You should stay home if you have symptoms. More information on what to do if you are sick is available at the CDC’s website.

Additional NCTC information is available at http://www.nctc.edu/coronavirus/index.html

QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS