2006-2007 Undergraduate Catalog - Kettering University

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Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs. Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs. Educational Support Services / 33 Instruction Equipment or database assistance is available on an individual basis. Exposure to general and specialized library resources is also provided through instructor-requested tours. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES The Information Technology (IT) Department is located in the Academic Building (AB), Room 2-340 and the fifth floor of the Campus Center. All students have the privilege of using Kettering IT resources as long as they abide by the Acceptable Use of Information Technology Resources Policy, the Information Resources Policies, Etiquette & Rules and other IT policies as posted. These documents are available at the Help Desk and on the Information Technology web site located under the Faculty & Staff site off the www.Kettering.edu home page. Major IT services provided to students are: Help Desk - The Help Desk is located in the IT Department, 2-340 AB. The Help Desk is available for addressing any concerns regarding our computing resources. The Help Desk is open 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and can be contacted in person or by phone at 810-237-8324. Feel free to e-mail helpdesk@kettering.edu at any time. Responses to inquiries are generally sent during normal business hours. E-mail - All students have the privilege of having a Kettering University e-mail account. The accounts are valid for the duration of each student’s enrollment. The Kettering e-mail account is one of the official ways Kettering University faculty and staff communicate to students. Students are responsible for required actions notified to them through this communication vehicle whether or not they read the message. Kettering provides each student with 24 MB of e-mail server storage; therefore, we strongly recommend students do not auto forward to another e-mail service provider which usually has less storage capability, fewer features and no virus protection. Virus Protection - A free antivirus program is now available for all Kettering students to install on their home windows computers at no additional charge. This can be downloaded from Blackboard. Log onto Blackboard and go to My Files, Institution Content, IT Information, Virus Protection for Students. With this offering, it is now mandatory to have virus protection installed and running on PCs connecting to Kettering’s network. We strongly recommend that all students set up this software to protect their home PC. The limit is one installation per student and the license is good for one year. Our current license expires in December 2006. Internet Access - Internet access is available through the Kettering University network for business and academic purposes. Faculty, staff and students can now access the internet, as well as all network resources, using their wireless devices from most campus locations. Web-Based Student Services - All students have access through any web browser to a variety of on-line services. They can view academic information such as grades, class schedules and transcripts, as well as information about their financial account. They also have access to view and update addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses to facilitate communication with Kettering University faculty and staff. Blackboard - Announcements for the University and many of its organizations are posted through the Blackboard System. Many professors utilize Blackboard for course syllabuses, homework assignments, and tests. The Student Senate also utilizes Blackboard for election of officers and surveys. To help protect your privacy, security, and confidential information, you must sign-on to Blackboard to access these services. Multi-media PC - A multi-media workstation is available for all students and is located in the Library. It includes a CD-RW, DVD-Multi drive for reading or writing DVD-R/RW/RAM media, zip drive, scanner, and color printer. It is available during Library hours. Computer Labs - The main computer labs are located in the computer wing on the 3rd floor of the Academic Building. There are over 140 PC’s running Windows XP, Linux, and 50 workstations running UNIX available for student use. Some lab PCs have CD-RWs and keyboards with USB ports for flash drives. Most of these are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless otherwise posted. Information and Help Sheets - There is other assistance for using the computer systems at Kettering University. Help for accessing applications, including the internet, is available in the IT Department, (2-340 AB) and at our web site. The IT web page contains valuable information to help maximize your use of our computing resources. Card Access Center - All students are required to have a picture ID. This can be obtained at the Information Technology Department located on the 2nd floor 2-340 AB. This Student ID allows access to a variety of services at Kettering, from meal plans, access to Library and Recreation Center services to after-hour access to the Academic Building. Your Student ID is your “Key” to Kettering! Office hours are: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.. There is a $20.00 replacement fee for lost or stolen cards. McKinnon Theatre - McKinnon Theatre has a projector, screen, and High-definition TV. Students may schedule events in the theatre by contacting Student Activities. You must be trained to use the theatre equipment before you can use McKinnon theatre for events. Contact Student Activities or the Helpdesk to schedule training for using the McKinnon Theatre equipment.
Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs. Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs. 34 / Kettering University RICHARD P. SCHARCHBURG ARCHIVES The GMI Alumni Foundation Collection of Industrial History was established in 1974 with the personal papers and memorabilia of William Crapo Durant, Founder of the General Motors Corporation. On September 19, 2000, the Collection was renamed the Richard P. Scharchburg Archives to honor the memory of former Kettering University professor, automotive historian, and Director of the collection, Richard P. Scharchburg. Scharchburg was widely recognized for his articles and presentations on industrial and automotive history. Since its opening, the Archives has grown with donations of many other papers and documents relating to Americas’ industrial and business heritage. The papers of Charles F. Kettering are one of the largest collections and has provided scholars from around the world with primary source material. The Archives digitized photo collection now numbers over 40,000 images. A collection of over 375,000 vehicle patents are currently being catalogued for research use. The historical collection also includes papers and memorabilia related to the history of Kettering University. The Archives is open to researchers Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Students are encouraged to stop in and view the small exhibits and school memorabilia found in the Archives reading room located next to the book store. The archives can be contacted at 810- 762-9890. CULTURAL AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAMS Flint Area Public Affairs Debates Kettering University is a co-sponsor of the Flint Area Public Affairs Debates, a program devoted to promoting public understanding of critical political and social issues. Since its founding in 1986 by local educational institutions, a member of the Department of Liberal Studies has represented the university on the planning committee. The FAPAD provides four panel discussions or debates a year on such topics as: strategies for improving Flint’s business climate, the costs and benefits of increased homeland security, and the advantages and disadvantages of school vouchers. Global Issues Film Festival The Global Issues Film Festival is presented annually to increase awareness of global issues among students and within the local community. Organized by the Department of Liberal Studies and jointly sponsored by Kettering University and Mott Community College, prize-winning documentaries from around the world are shown at both campuses. Every festival features discussions with filmmakers about the craft of filmmaking and about the issues that stimulated the making of the films. Kettering Humanities Art Center and Gallery The Humanities Art Center and Gallery, funded through individual and corporate donations, provides Kettering and its constituents with a unique cultural resource. Inspired by its founding Director, Emeritus Professor Edward Preville, and with a permanent collection built around numerous works donated by the late Victor Zink, the Center hosts rotating exhibits of painting, sculpture, photographs, and works from other media. Under the Humanities Visiting Artists Program, invited artists lecture and display; student work is also exhibited. A major campaign is under way to enhance the scope and role of the Center and Gallery through new accessions and unrestricted endowment. Hours of operation: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Other hours upon special request. Contact the Art Center at 810-762-9699. The Campus Store The Campus Store, generally referred to as “The Bookstore”, is located in the Campus Center (CC) in the northwest corner of the second (ground) floor, room 2-910 and can be contacted at 810-762-9887. Normally, the store opens at 7:30 a.m. and closes at 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. However, on special occasions throughout the year, including, but not limited to, Alumni Day, Parents Weekend, and Discover Kettering, the store may be open on Saturday or Sunday. The Campus Store is operated by the Follett Higher Education Group for Kettering University. In addition to new and used textbooks, the store offers a wide variety of items, including a selection of programmable calculators. Greeting cards, postage stamps, candy, snacks, sundry items and a large selection of imprinted Kettering clothing and glassware are also available. The Campus Store will special order books, software and/or calculators not in stock, at any time. Academically priced software is available at www.journeyed.com and www.efollett.com. Special orders may require a non-refundable deposit. (The Campus Store does accept phone orders.) The Campus Store will accept VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover charge cards as well as personal and Travelers checks. Personal checks should be made out to Kettering Campus Store for the exact amount of the purchase. Picture identification is required.
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