Academic Support Services

LIBRARY
College Center
(810) 989-5640
Fax: (810) 989-5773
library@sc4.edu

The Library is open seven days a week, including four evenings during the fall and winter semesters.

Fall and winter semester hours:

Spring and summer sessions, exam weeks, breaks and holiday hours are posted in advance.

The Library provides access to many resources and services. Librarians and staff members willingly provide assistance with questions. Listed below is a summary of the resources and services available to students.

PRINT, AUDIOVISUAL AND ELECTRONIC MEDIA

• Approximately 51,700 books in the reference and circulating collections searchable through our automated online catalog.
• Journals and magazines in print format.
• 3,500 videotapes and DVDs.
• Electronic access to resources that include the Internet; the Port Huron Times Herald; Academic OneFile; Literature Resource center; Nursing Resource Center; Business Source Elite; Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature; Criminal Justice Periodicals; ERIC; Facts.com; Gale Virtual Reference; Small Business Resource Center, and many more.

SERVICES

• Reference and research assistance.
• Programs on how to conduct research and use the library effectively.
• Interlibrary loan (borrowing materials from other libraries).
• Small group study rooms.
• Printers and photocopy machines.

To borrow materials, students must present their SC4 identification/library card to a staff member at the circulation desk.

COMPUTER AND WIRELESS ACCESS
Computers are available in the combined Library and Achievement Center located in the College Center. Wireless access is also available in the Library and Achievement Center for students preferring to use their laptops. Inquire at the circulation desk for specifics on how to obtain wireless access.

COPYRIGHTED SOFTWARE
Microcomputer software, such as books, magazines, audiovisual software and other reproducible materials, is protected by the Copyright Revision Act of 1976. The rights of copyright include the rights of reproduction, adaptation, distribution, public performance and display. All of these rights are subject to “fair use,” depending on the purpose of the use, the nature of the work, the amount of the work used and the effect the use has on the market for the copyrighted work. Guidelines have been established which define what educators can do with software acquired for instructional use without infringing on the copyright.

The Achievement Center provides specialized academic services to assist students so that their studies will be positive, meaningful and successful experience. All services are provided at no charge to currently enrolled students.

Fall and winter semester hours:

Visit www.sc4.edu/ac for spring and summer hours.

TUTORING
SC4 students have access to tutoring services at no charge. Tutoring services provide assistance in understanding course materials.

DROP-IN TUTORING
Available regardless of course or grade on a first-come, first-served basis.

TUTORING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Qualified peer and professional tutors are continuously needed to provide tutoring services. Tutors must have an accumulated minimum 3.0 GPA. Request an application for employment from the Achievement Center.

EDUCATIONAL SOFTWARE
Educational software programs are available to support courses such as biology, physical science, computer information systems, electronics, English, math, nursing, office administration, reading and social sciences.

DISABILITY AND SPECIAL SERVICES
SC4 is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). To ensure equality of access for students with disabilities, SC4 will provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities, provided such accommodation does not fundamentally alter the nature of the program, cause undue hardship on the college, or jeopardize the health or safety of others.

An Achievement Center counselor is available to assist students experiencing academic difficulties and/or needing special support services (documentation required). Services include:

• Mobility assurance
• Interpreter services
• Reader services
• Note-taker services
• Braille translation
• Test-taking accommodations
• Referral services
• Specialized assistive equipment for students with physical disabilities

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Support is provided for students with limited English-speaking skills.

CRISIS COUNSELING
The Achievement Center counselor is trained in providing crisis counseling and intervention to students in need. The focus is on single or recurrent problems that are overwhelming or traumatic. Crisis counseling is short-term and provides education, guidance and support, but is not a substitute for psychiatric care. Crisis counseling may involve referral to community organizations that have the resources to provide the assistance needed by the student.

TESTING SERVICES

• Admissions testing: COMPASS, HESI
• Test proctoring
  • SC4 online courses
  • CLEP
  • Other colleges and universities

RIDE SHARE INFORMATION
The Ride Share Information Board is located in the Achievement Center. Any student who would like to share a ride or are in need of transportation may participate in the program by completing the form on the Ride Share Information Board.

WRITING CENTER
Office and tutoring center: Room 117, Main Building
Writing lab: Room 115, Main Building
(810) 984-3881, Ext. 6223
wc@sc4.edu

The Writing Center offers tutoring sessions with student writing consultants who are able to assist in every step of the writing process.

Assistance is not limited to English classes; it is available for any class. Tutors can help with brainstorming, developing a thesis, research and citation, drafting and revising.

Visit www.sc4.edu/writingcenter to view walk-in hours. Other days and times are available by appointment. Schedule your appointment by calling (810) 984-3881, Ext. 6223, or e-mailing wc@sc4.edu.

CENTER FOR eLEARNING
A-101 College Center (CC)
(810) 989-5525
elearning@sc4.edu

Complete details regarding online learning can be accessed at www.sc4.edu/onlinelearning.

ONLINE COURSES
Online courses provide a flexible opportunity for continuing education. Online courses are instructor led and typically follow the same semester schedule as on-ground courses, while some also are offered as short-term courses. The platform used to deliver the online courses requires unique identification for each user. Attributes of the online course include the following:

• Course materials are accessible from any Internet connection at any time
• Interaction with fellow students happens in the online classroom, while private communication occurs with the instructor via email
• Some online courses do require campus visits for taking tests or participating in labs

WEB099 - INTRODUCTION TO ONLINE COURSES
Because online learning is different from the traditional classroom, choosing to take an online course should be an informed decision. WEB099, Introduction to Online Courses, prepares students to become online learners at SC4. It is a free online tutorial that is scheduled as an open-entry course estimated to take three to five hours to complete. Enrollment and completion can occur at any time during a semester. The course shows how the online classroom looks and works, while providing practice on actions that may be required in the online course, such as submitting assignments with attachments, posting discussion board messages and e-mailing the instructor. Because this introduction is critical to the success of the online learner, completing WEB099 with an 'S' grade is a requirement prior to registering for a student's first online course.

TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
Typical courses will display best at a screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels. The speed of your computer and the amount of system and video memory are important. A recent (less than three years old) PC or Macintosh with at least 512 MB (1 GB preferred) will significantly improve your interactive experience. Other technology requirements include:

• Reliable Internet access (dial-up supported, but Cable or DSL (Broadband) preferred)
• Internet Explorer (Version 7 or later) as browser with Java and cookies enabled and pop-up blocking disabled for this site
• Updated anti-virus software (Google 'AVG Free' is a free version if needed)
• Microsoft Word (Office 2000 or later). Other Office software may be required depending on the course.
• CD-ROM drive and sound card (with speakers or headphones) and specialized software as required for some courses

OTHER SUPPORT SERVICES

BISTRO COLLEGE CENTER CATERING
College Center Café
(810) 982-1767
The Bistro offers light breakfasts, full café lunches, snacks and beverages for between classes. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday during the fall and winter semesters. Visit www.sc4.edu/cafe for current hours.

CHILD CARE CENTER
Citizens First Michigan Technical Education Center
(810) 989-5673
Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
The M-TEC Child Care Center at SC4 is designed to provide quality child care for college students and staff. The center is operated by the Community Action Agency of St. Clair County.

COLLEGE BOOKSTORE
Acheson Applied Technology Center, Room 125
(810) 989-5725 or (810) 989-5728
The College Bookstore carries required books and supplies for classes, as well as clothing and convenience items. New and used books are available.

EMERGENCY MESSAGES TO STUDENTS
St. Clair County Community College will attempt to deliver EMERGENCY messages only. Call (810) 989-5560 or the Campus Security office at (810) 989-5549.

HEALTH INSURANCE
Students may obtain an accident and sickness insurance policy for a nominal premium. The college is not responsible for any coverage and/or claims. Call (810) 989-5560 to request a brochure.

PARKING
Free student parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis in the lot adjacent to the College Center. The entire lot at the Main Building is reserved for faculty and staff. All parking lots are lined and vehicles are to be parked within the designated spaces. The college assumes no liability for vehicles or contents in vehicles parked in or using college lots. People parking illegally (including fire lanes, walking paths, lawn and unauthorized handicapped space usage) will be ticketed or towed by college Campus Patrol personnel or city, county or state police agencies.

Overflow parking often is available in the McMorran Place civic center parking lots east of campus. Depending on the time/day, a small fee may be charged.

VOTER REGISTRATION
Forms to register for voting are available in the College Bookstore, Enrollment Services and Library. Forms also may be downloaded at www.michigan.gov/sos.

WAVE - SC4 ONLINE STUDENT SYSTEM
Students are encouraged to use the SC4 WAVE, which may be accessed online at www.sc4.edu/wave. The WAVE provides a wide variety of services to students in an easy-to-use online format. Examples of the services available on the WAVE include:

• Searching for classes
• Registration and payment
• Access to grades
• Academic transcripts
• Progress to degree/certificate complete (degree audit)
• Financial aid awarding status

Questions related to the WAVE may be directed to Enrollment Services at (810) 989-5500 or enrollment@sc4.edu.

Students are to use WAVE responsibly and are to limit their transactions to a level that meets their educational needs. Excessive transactions tax the WAVE and are viewed as inappropriate and irresponsible use of the system. Determining reasonable use of WAVE is at the discretion of college administration.

Students using the WAVE inappropriately or irresponsibly will be notified either by phone, e-mail, or letter of the institution's concerns. Advising assistance will be offered for the purpose of selecting and scheduling classes. If unreasonable use continues, WAVE registration privileges may be revoked.