House Bill 2504 Fall 2024 CNBT-1411-80S - Construction Material Method I Syllabus

COURSE INFORMATION

Instructor Name	Kressida Rice
Building/Office Number
Office Hours	Tuesday & Wednesday from 5:30 – 6:15 PM CST or by appointment
Virtual Hours	Tuesday & Wednesday from 5:30 – 6:15 PM CST or by appointment
Office Telephone	(409) 882-3093
Email Address	Kressida.Rice@lsco.edu
Course Schedule	Building: Online, Room: TBA, Dates: 10/28/2024 - 12/11/2024, Days: TBA, Times: TBA
Course Description	CNBT 1411 - Construction Materials and Methods I 4-3-2 Introduction to construction materials and methods and their applications. Course Identifier 15.1001 TEC

Required Textbook & Materials
Required Text
Title:Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods
Author:Allen, Edward and Iano, Joseph
Publisher:Wiley
Edition:7th

Reference Text (Not Required)
Title:Olin’s Construction: Principles, Materials and Methods
Author:Leslie H. Simmons
Publisher:Wiley
Edition:9th

Upon registration for classes, LSCO students are automatically charged $14 per semester credit hour for access to all required textbooks, lab manuals, lab codes, and electronic books on the first day of class through the Gator Book Pack. Information about the LSCO Gator Book Pack as well as responses to common FAQs can be found on LSCO's webpage. ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE UNTIL THE SECOND DAY OF THE SEMESTER TO OPT-OUT OF THE GATOR BOOK PACK.

Every student MUST have access to the required textbooks by the week of class. The student will be responsible for all assignments given. Failure to have a text may result in being dropped from the class. Failure to follow instructions (written or oral) will result in penalties.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

Upon successful completion of this course, students will acquire the following course learning outcomes:

Core Objectives

Course Learning Outcome 1	Core Objective	Associated Course Activities/Assignments/Projects
Identify construction materials; list their applications; and describe the various methods on construction.	Critical Thinking	Students will be able to discuss the means and methods of construction materials when utilized in the construction industry using weekly discussion boards discussion each weekly reading with their peers.
Explain the development, use, and applications of new materials being introduced to the construction industry under sustainable building concepts.	Communication Skills	Students will write a 5-page paper discussing on of the construction materials in the reading and show their understanding of the material from their readings and research throughout the paper.

Course Topical Outline

Week 1	Chapter 1: Making Buildings Chapter 2: Foundations and Sitework Chapter 3: Wood



Week 2	Chapter 4: Heavy Timber Frame Construction Chapter 5: Wood Light Frame Construction Chapter 6: Exterior Finishes for Wood Light Frame Construction Chapter 7: Interior Finishes for Wood Light Frame Construction



Week 3	Chapter 8: Brick Masonry Chapter 9: Stone and Concrete Masonry Chapter 10: Masonry Wall Construction



Week 4	Chapter 11: Steel Frame Construction Chapter 12: Light Gauge Steel Frame Construction Chapter 13: Concrete Construction Chapter 14: Sitecast Concrete Framing Systems



Week 5	Chapter 15: Precast Concrete Framing Systems Chapter 16: Designing Exterior Wall Systems Chapter 17: Roofing



Week 6	Chapter 18: Glass and Glazing Chapter 19: Windows and Doors Chapter 20: Cladding with Masonry and Concrete Chapter 21: Cladding with Metal and Glass



Week 7	Chapter 22: Selecting Interior Finishes Chapter 23: Interior Walls and Partitions Chapter 24: Finish Ceilings and Floors



Week 8	Final Exam Week

Major Assignments Schedule

Course Outline

	Assigned Readings – Construction Materials and Methods	Items Due

Week 1	Chapter 1: Making Buildings Chapter 2: Foundations and Sitework Chapter 3: Wood	Attendance Verification Quiz due Sunday, November 3rd at 11:59 PM Discussion Board #1 due Sunday, November 3rd at 11:59 PM



Week 2	Chapter 4: Heavy Timber Frame Construction Chapter 5: Wood Light Frame Construction Chapter 6: Exterior Finishes for Wood Light Frame Construction Chapter 7: Interior Finishes for Wood Light Frame Construction	Homework Assignment 1 is due Wednesday, November 6^th at 11:59 PM Discussion Board #2 due Sunday, November 10^th at 11:59 PM



Week 3	Chapter 8: Brick Masonry Chapter 9: Stone and Concrete Masonry Chapter 10: Masonry Wall Construction	Homework Assignment 2 is due Wednesday, November 13^th at 11:59 PM Final Paper Topic due Friday, November 15^th at 11:59 PM Discussion Board #3 Sunday, November 17th at 11:59 PM



Week 4	Chapter 11: Steel Frame Construction Chapter 12: Light Gauge Steel Frame Construction Chapter 13: Concrete Construction Chapter 14: Sitecast Concrete Framing Systems	Homework Assignment 3 is due Wednesday, November 20th at 11:59 PM Midterm Exam due November 24th at 11:59 PM on Sunday



Week 5	Chapter 15: Precast Concrete Framing Systems Chapter 16: Designing Exterior Wall Systems Chapter 17: Roofing	Homework Assignment 4 is due Wednesday, November 27th at 11:59 PM Discussion Board #4 due Sunday, December 1st at 11:59 PM



Week 6	Chapter 18: Glass and Glazing Chapter 19: Windows and Doors Chapter 20: Cladding with Masonry and Concrete Chapter 21: Cladding with Metal and Glass	Homework Assignment 5 is due Wednesday, December 4th at 11:59 PM Discussion Board #5 due Sunday, December 8th at 11:59 PM



Week 7	Chapter 22: Selecting Interior Finishes Chapter 23: Interior Walls and Partitions Chapter 24: Finish Ceilings and Floors	Homework Assignment 6 is due Wednesday, December 11th at 11:59 PM Discussion Board #6 and Final Paper due Sunday, December 15th at 11:59 PM



Week 8	Final Exam Week	Final Exam due Monday, December 16^th at 11:59 PM

Homework Assignments

Homework will generally be assigned each week via Blackboard. Homework is due on the date and time listed on each assignment. Late homework will NOT be accepted. No other accommodations for late or missing homework will be made. Homework will consist of online multiple choice, short answers (must be at least a paragraph long – at least 4 sentences), or calculations. Any completed written assignments must be scanned and uploaded to Blackboard. Each assignment, regardless of the number of pages, must be submitted as a single PDF file. Submissions containing more than one file will not be graded. Assignments will be graded within a week of receiving the assignment.

Must include a title block. Your title block should state the following:

· Your name

· The course

· Date

· Assignment #

Final Paper

Choose one of the topics listed in the table of contents in the textbook for your research paper. Please use at least three or more references for your paper. This is required for your paper. Submit your topic for approval in week 3 and your final paper in week 7.

Topic – Every student will not be able to use the same topic. Each topic is based on a first come first serve basis. You must first submit your topic to your instructor via email for approval. Your instructor will be keeping track of the topics and updating all students on what topics have been selected and not selected. Once approved, you will submit your topic through Blackboard. With your topic, you will write a paragraph expressing your interest in this topic. The paragraph must be 5 or more sentences in length. This submission will be submitted as a PDF document. If it is submitted as a Word document, I will deduct points.

Paper – Based on the topic you have selected for the course; you must write a minimum of 5 pages. This does not include the cover page and reference page. The final paper format must be Time New Roman, 12-point font, and double-spaced. You will submit it as a PDF document. If it is submitted as a Word document, I will deduct points. Watch your spelling and grammar. Make sure you use in-text references and include a reference page and cover page.

See the grading rubric below:

· Strong introduction

· Background/history of the topic/why the topic was created?

· What are the advantages and limitations of your topic?

· Future/innovative/practices and what their benefits can be?

· Codes and standards detail the chosen topic.

· Insert three pictures with one sentence caption for each picture.

· Organized conclusion

SafeAssign will be enabled by your instructor. SafeAssign uses a global database algorithm to detect potential plagiarism.

Discussion Boards

1. Publish your response to the prompt early in the session and subsequent responses to the posts of other students at timely intervals throughout the duration of the session.

2. Your instructor may require a specific number of words in your response post. If a response does not meet the minimum word count, it will not count toward your grade. If no specific requirement is indicated above, your post should be 75–100 words.

3. Make certain that all posts address the question, problem, or situation as presented for discussion. Your posts may extend the topic but should not be off-topic.

4. All comments should be written in your own words and must not contain any material copied from books or the internet. You should respect the intellectual property of others and not plagiarize.

5. Examples and/or quotations may be provided to support your answers. When present, quotations or references of other people’s works (from the textbook or any other source) should be correctly cited in APA style.

6. Read some of your classmates’ responses and compare and contrast your own views and opinions with the answers posted by your classmates.

7. Post your subsequent contribution to the response of at least two (2) of your classmates at timely intervals throughout the duration of the session.

8. Your instructor may require a specific number of words in your subsequent contributions. If a post does not meet the minimum word count, it will not count toward your grade. If no amount is specified, your subsequent contribution should be 50–75 words. Make sure to revisit the discussion forum and respond (if necessary) to what other classmates have posted to your initial post. Simply posting an "I agree," "Good ideas," or "Great job" will not be considered adequate. Your subsequent contribution may be based on prior knowledge, personal experience, study materials, or additional information obtained from our Virtual Library, or any other academic or professional source, and may include:

· any knowledge gained from the responses posted in the forum that summarizes the information and offers new perspectives or suggestions.

· approval or rejection of an idea (supported by your personal experience or research)

· new information that broadens or provides a different perspective (supported by valid sources and evidence)

9. The initial response and subsequent contributions to other posts should be thorough and thoughtful.

10. Pay attention to grammar rules (spelling and syntax).

11. Adherence to online etiquette rules.

· When you participate in a forum or collaborative learning activity, consider the respect that should be shown towards the people who will read your messages and who have the right to agree or disagree with your point of view.

· Show courtesy.

· Beware of posting personal, sensitive information.

· Anonymous messages with inappropriate or profane language are forbidden and could result in a sanction.

· Avoid writing in ALL CAPS. The readers could misunderstand what is written and think that you are responding in an angry tone.

· Watch the tone of your message. What you might consider as funny could be perceived as aggressive or rude.

· When replying to a classmate, make sure that the message has been understood, in order to avoid uncomfortable situations and misunderstandings.

· Before submitting your participation, read the message a couple of times. This way you will be reassured that it contains the exact information that you intend to convey.

12. Examine the criteria used to evaluate your work in the rubric provided. This way, you will know how to obtain the most points for your contributions to the discussion (posts and responses).

Midterm/Final Exam

The midterm exam will only cover the units discussed in weeks 1 – 4. The final exam will cover all the units covered during the course. If the student has an issue with his/her grade, the instructor must be contacted no later than three (3) days after receiving the grade.

Final Exam Date

December 16, 2024 - 12:00 AM   Through  December 17, 2024 - 11:59 PM

COURSE POLICIES

Academic Honesty

Faculty who suspect violation of academic honesty, cheating, plagiarism, collusion, or abuse of resource materials may assign an academic penalty. Students must be notified of their right to appeal before the academic penalty is imposed.

Students subject to penalty due to academic honesty have the right to appeal the decision. Refer to the current LSCO Catalog for details on the appeal process.

Electronic Communication

LSCO students are required to use either their LSCO Blackboard account or their LSCO email account (Office 365 / Microsoft Outlook) for all electronic communication. In order to ensure the privacy and identity of the student communicating via electronic methods, LSCO faculty will direct students to use their LSCO email accounts rather than personal accounts. If a student has trouble accessing their LSCO email account, they should contact the LSCO Help Desk at (409) 882-3033 or helpdesk@lsco.edu.

Reading assignments, recorded lectures and slides, discussion questions, and homework assignments with due dates with communicated on the course Blackboard homepage, Students are responsible for checking the course Blackboard page on a regular basis for announcements and assignments. All email communications will be sent to your LSCO email, so please make sure to regularly check your LSCO email. Make sure you state the class you are emailing about as well in the subject line.

Attendance Requirements

Federal regulations require students who receive financial aid to have begun "attending" and participate substantially in each course for which they are enrolled on or before the official census reporting date outlined on the LSCO Academic Calendar. Students documented as "not attending" a course upon the census date are assumed (for financial aid purposes) to have not begun attendance for that course, negatively affecting their financial aid eligibility and disbursement.

Attendance in an ONLINE course is verified by substantial participation in the course on or before the census date published in the LSCO Academic Calendar. Substantial participation in this online course is defined as logging in and completing/participating in at least one requirement of the course. Note: Simply logging in to your online course does not constitute attendance.

Hybrid classes are a mix of face-to-face and online environments. Students will be expected to attend a certain number of classes as required by the instructor. (Include the policy on absences and tardiness.) In addition to classroom attendance, your weekly active participation in the online component (Blackboard and/or homework software) will be considered and expected.

Class Preparation and Participation
Weekly participation and engagement in the courses are critical for student success. Assignments should be completed by the due date. Students should also refer to the instructor’s attendance policy for additional information. (See LSCO Student Handbook, Class Attendance.)
There will be formal recorded lectures posted online for each topic. Viewing the lectures and completing class assignments is required to build proficiency and meet course learning objectives. Students are responsible for checking the course web page for reading assignments, lectures, and homework. The course Blackboard page will be updated routinely, so check it regularly.

Make-up Work Policy

There are no late submissions allowed for assignments or exams. If extenuating circumstances exist that do not allow you to submit assignments on time or take an exam at the scheduled time, please contact the professor promptly to discuss alternate arrangements.

Classroom Etiquette

Online - Since face-to-face meetings in the classroom may be replaced by online meetings through discussion boards, emails, and/or Blackboard Collaborate, students are expected to follow the rules of netiquette in these forums.
Exam Policy

There will be two online exams. – Please see the class schedule. Examinations may be missed only with a valid excuse and the instructor’s prior approval. If you are absent from an examination without a valid excuse and without prior approval, you will receive a zero for the examination, and no make-up examination will be offered. A make-up examination will be scheduled by the Construction Management program for those students missing an exam with a valid excuse and with prior approval. Students are not authorized to reschedule their exam or to create a make-up exam directly with Respondus LockDown Browser. The make-up examination may be different from the examination given to the rest of the class. Students taking online monitored examinations must comply with all Respondus LockDown Browser and Construction Management program requirements. It may take some time for Respondus LockDown Browser to confirm your identity, check your internet connection, and provide testing instructions before you are allowed to begin the exam. Respondus LockDown Browser does require you to have a webcam. Please be patient and respectful during this process. Students experiencing technical problems or exam issues should report them to their Respondus LockDown Browser monitor immediately upon their occurrence. Students should also request that Respondus LockDown Browser immediately notify the instructor about all reported issues. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in a zero on the exam. During the exam, you can use the following:

·         Your book
·         Your lecture notes.
·         Your assignments

You are not able to use your phone or any other sources during the exam. If you are using your phone or other sources during the exam, this will result in a zero.

Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Students should use AI technology responsibly and ethically. This includes refraining from using AI to engage in harmful or unethical activities, such as generating false information, spreading misinformation, or engaging in malicious behaviors. The use of AI should align with the principles of academic integrity, honesty, and respect for others. Students are responsible for adhering to LSCO's Academic Honesty policy found in the Student Handbook. LSCO's full AI policy can be found at AI Policy | Lamar State College Orange (lsco.edu)

Expected Time Requirement for this Course

For every hour in class (or unit of credit) taught in a 16-week session, students should expect to spend at least two to three hours per week studying and completing assignments. Example: For a 3-credit hour class taught in a 16-week session, students should prepare to allocate approximately 6 to 9 hours per week outside of class studying and completing assignments. For a 3-credit hour taught in a 10-week summer session, students should prepare to allocate approximately 10 to 15 hours per week outside of class studying and completing assignments. For a 3-credit hour taught in an 8-week session, students should prepare to allocate approximately 12 to 18 hours per week outside of class studying and completing assignments. For a 3-credit hour taught in a 5-week summer session, students should prepare to allocate approximately 20 to 29 hours per week outside of class studying and completing assignments.

Grading and Evaluation Method

Homework Assignments         20 Points
Discussion Board                    15 Points
Final Paper                              15 Points
Midterm Exam                        25 Points
Final Exam                              25 Points
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Total                                        100 Points

Instructor Response Time

The instructor will respond to emails within 24 hours, excluding weekends and holidays. On weekends and holidays, the instructor will respond to emails from students within 24 hours of the first business day following the weekend or holiday.

Participation Requirements

Class Preparation and Participation
Weekly participation and engagement in the courses are critical for student success. Assignments should be completed by the due date. Students should also refer to the instructor’s attendance policy for additional information. (See LSCO Student Handbook, Class Attendance.)
There will be formal recorded lectures posted online for each topic. Viewing the lectures and completing class assignments is required to build proficiency and meet course learning objectives. Students are responsible for checking the course web page for reading assignments, lectures, and homework. The course Blackboard page will be updated routinely, so check it regularly.

Review of Test Grades

If the student has an issue with his/her grade, the instructor must be contacted no later than three (3) days after receiving the grade.

Student's Responsibility

This syllabus contains information, policies, and procedures for a specific course. By enrolling, the student agrees to read, understand, and abide by the rules, policies, regulations, and ethical standards of Lamar State College Orange as those contained in the current LSCO Catalog and schedule of classes.

Syllabus Content

The instructor reserves the right to make changes to this syllabus if deemed necessary. All changes will be provided to the students orally or in writing before the implementation of the change.

Textbook and Required Materials Access

Every student MUST have access to the required textbooks by the second week of class. The student will be responsible for all assignments given. Failure to have a text may result in being dropped from the class. Failure to follow instructions (written or oral) will result in penalties.

STUDENT SUPPORT RESOURCES

Mental Health Resources

TimelyCare is a virtual health and well-being platform that is available 24/7 for all non-dual credit enrolled LSCO students. There is no cost to eligible students for this service. TimelyCareâ€™s providers offer emotional support, mental health counseling, health coaching, psychiatry, and basic needs support. Non-Dual Credit students enrolled in classes can log in to the TimelyCare website or app available at timelycare.com/LSCO.

Advocacy Information

Any student who faces challenges securing their food or housing and believes this may affect their performance in the course is encouraged to contact the advising office for guidance on how to identify possible resources. Please notify the instructor of your circumstance if you are comfortable doing so.

Equal Opportunity to Educational Programs

Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not discriminate against any person regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, in admissions, educational programs, student activities or employment. For further information about this policy, contact the Accessibility Coordinator at (409) 882-3393.

Title IX of the Education Amendments

LSCO prohibits discrimination, including sexual harassment and retaliation, against any student on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. Any student who believes that he or she has experienced prohibited conduct or believes that another student has experienced prohibited conduct should immediately report the alleged acts to the Title IX Coordinator, Joseph Hargrave, at Joseph Hargrave@lsco.edu.

Blackboard Resources

LSCO students will access Blackboard through the MyGator portal. Login credentials will use the following format: username@my.lsco.edu and Password. For help in identifying your Username/Password, visit https://www2.lsco.edu/sspr/.

Blackboard student resource videos and help-sites are available at https://www.lsco.edu/distanceed/blackboard-student.asp.

Career Coach

Lamar State College Orange provides career advising services to all students and alumni through Career Coach, an online career planning tool. Career Coach assists students through all phases of developing, initiating, and implementing career plans.

Information regarding employment opportunities and career options are provided along with access to live local job postings. Full-time and part-time employment opportunities, as well as internships, are available through Career Coach. Visit https://www.lsco.edu/advising/career-planning.asp for more details on how to use LSCO's Career Coach to plan for and learn more about your future career.

Gator Assistance Services

Lamar State College Orange provides currently enrolled technical students support for daycare costs as well as other services.

Visit https://www.lsco.edu/advising/gator-assistance.asp for details on assistance services.

OASIS (formerly) Gator Success Center

Students are encouraged to make an appointment or walk in to receive tutoring, support services, or access to an open computer lab. Face-to-face and online supplemental instruction sessions are available to help students through any LSCO course. Reach out to learning.center@lsco.edu for more information on how students can receive academic support.

Library Services

Students are encouraged to visit library.lsco.edu to find the library's current operating hours, access the catalog to locate print materials, and access GatorSearch to explore the vast electronic collection. The library provides over 77 electronic database collections that include eBooks, newspapers, magazines, academic journals, and streaming video. The physical library contains a specialized collection of research materials specifically chosen to support the degrees and courses offered. Additionally, Students with research questions or questions about library services are encouraged visit the library in person, call 409-882-3352, access the chat on the library webpage, or to email their question to lscolibrary@lsco.edu.

Student with Disabilities

Under the Texas State System, Lamar State College Orange complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, pertaining to the provision of reasonable academic adjustments/auxiliary aids for students with disability. We strive to provide reasonable academic adjustments/auxiliary aids to students who request and require them.

Students who believe they have a disability requiring an academic adjustment/auxiliary aid are encouraged to contact the Accessibility Coordinator at (409) 882-3393 or visit the Advising Office. Students are encouraged to apply before the start of the semester when at all possible. The Accommodation Request Form and details regarding the appropriate documentation needed can be found here: https://www.lsco.edu/advising/disability.asp. Once approved, the signed accommodation form provided by the Special Populations Advisor must be submitted to the instructor at least two business days in advance of need.

Students with questions about the accommodations they receive in class should contact their instructor or the Accessibility Coordinator.

Upswing 24/7 FREE Tutoring Services

Lamar State College Orange provides currently enrolled students with access to online tutoring through a partnership with Upswing, an online tutoring platform. Tutors are available 24/7 online in almost every subject.

Visit https://www.lsco.edu/tutoring/online-tutoring.asp for details on how to log-in to the FREE services.

INSTITUTIONAL POLICIES

Campus Closure

In the event of an emergency campus closure in excess of three class days, Lamar State College Orange's classes will continue via the use of Blackboard. In such an instance, the college website, www.lsco.edu, will have information concerning the event and anticipated re-opening plans.

Civility

Please be considerate of other classmates' feelings, ethnic background, cultural differences, situations, and level of maturity. Students will be asked to leave the course if disruptive or inappropriate behavior is exhibited in any of the course requirements. If your instructor feels that you have not contributed appropriately to course requirements, your final course grade may be reduced accordingly.

The instructor reserves the right to manage a positive learning environment and will not tolerate inappropriate conduct in the course. Rude correspondence (discourteous or impolite, especially in a deliberate way) in e-mails, telephone calls, in person, or comments made to other class members, the instructor, or the office staff.

Contingency Plans

Students should develop a backup plan should their computer system or their Internet provider fail. Computer or internet connectivity issues are not valid excuses for missing a deadline. The College provides many opportunities for using computer equipment, as do many public libraries. Refer to the LSCO website for operational hours of the Library and Success Center.

Credit Transfer

Students should check in advance with the institution to which they plan to transfer credit to confirm transferability. Refer to the LSCO Catalog for details on how to handle and resolve transfer disputes with public institutions of higher education in Texas.

Criminal Background Policy

LSCO awards some certificates and degrees in which a criminal history MAY disqualify candidates from becoming licensed, certified, and/or employed upon degree/certificate completion. Students with a criminal background enrolling in courses leading to a degree/certificate in Court Reporting, Criminal Justice, Cosmetology, Emergency Medical Technology, Massage Therapy, Medical Assisting, Vocational Nursing (VN), Registered Nursing (RN), Pharmacy Technician, Real Estate, or Teacher Preparation program are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to discuss the certification and/or licensing regulations of the program with the program director listed in order to learn more about the current guidelines related to criminal history as well as the right of individuals to request a criminal history evaluation letter.

Drops and Withdrawals

Never attending or ceasing to attend classes DOES NOT constitute a drop or withdrawal. You remain registered until you request a drop from the instructor. Failure to act in a timely manner will result in an "F" grade for the course. It is the student's responsibility to follow up with the LSCO advising office to ensure that all drops/withdrawals are processed as desired.

Grade of "Incomplete"

The grade of "I" may be given when any requirement of the course, including the final examination, is not completed. Students seeking an incomplete should have completed at least 75% of the course requirements and be passing the course at the time of the request. Arrangements to complete deficiencies in a course should be made in advance of the end of the semester with the instructor. The instructor will process the Incomplete form online, and a confirmation will be sent to the student's LSCO email.

Incomplete work must be finished during the next long semester. If not, the Office of Admission and Records must change the "I" grade to the grade of "F." The course must then be repeated if credit is desired. An "I" grade also automatically becomes an "F" if the student registers for the course prior to removing the deficiencies and receiving a grade change. The instructor may record the grade of "F" for a student who is absent from the final examination and is not passing the course.

Grade Appeals (Complaints Related to Earned Grades)

Grade determination and awarding of grades in a course are the responsibility of the instructor and should be calculated according to college policy, procedures, and written details provided in the course syllabus. NOTE: Final grades are available to students within 48 hours of the instructor posting the grade in Banner. Students may view final grades by logging into MyGator and then accessing Gator Self-Service.

An academic appeal process is afforded to students who desire to dispute a grade or any decision that affects the student's ability to complete and earn a grade for the course provided it is not related to a violation outlined in the LSCO Student Code of Conduct. If an informal conference with the faculty member regarding an academic complaint fails to reach the outcome requested by the student, the student may initiate the formal process outlined below. Even after initiating the formal complaint process, students are encouraged to seek informal resolution of their concerns. A student whose concerns are resolved may withdraw a formal complaint at any time.

Refer to the current catalog or for details on the formal grade appeal process.

Institutional Educational Goals

Lamar State College Orange has identified seven educational goals to specify the knowledge and skills that students should gain from completing academic and technical programs with the College. These goals are:

Critical thinking (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to demonstrate creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, analysis, evaluation, and synthesis of information.
Communication (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to effectively develop, interpret and express of ideas through written, oral and visual communication.
Empirical and quantitative skills (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to manipulate and analyze numerical data or observable facts and create informed conclusions.
Teamwork (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal.
Social responsibility (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to recognize and acquire a sense of intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national and global communities.
Personal responsibility (General Education, Technical) - Students will be able to connect choices, actions, and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Professional competency (Technical) - Students will be able to recognize or demonstrate skills and that depict professional values and employability. If the career has licensure or certification requirements, students may prepare for the licensure and certification in a capstone course and sit for the licensure or certificate at the end of the program.

MyGator and Log-In Credentials

Current students will access many LSCO applications through the MyGator portal. Login credentials will use the following format: username@my.lsco.edu/Password. For help in identifying your username/Password, visit https://www2.lsco.edu/sspr/.

It is a violation of College policy, state laws, and federal laws for anyone to gain or help others gain unauthorized access to MyGator or any LSCO application or service. All accounts shall be for use by a single individual - the person for whom the account was approved or assigned. This includes Blackboard accounts as well as any application within MyGator. Sharing or loaning accounts is strictly prohibited, can be construed as a form of cheating, and violates College policy, state laws, and federal laws.

Policies and Procedures

LSCO adheres to the policies and procedures established in the Texas Education Code, Texas State University System Rules and Regulations, LSCO Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual, LSCO Faculty Handbook, and LSCO Catalog.

Prohibited Items in the Classroom

No food or tobacco (including smokeless) products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. It is inappropriate for minor children to be on campus due to the potential liability to the College, the risk of harm to the children, and decreased employee productivity due to distractions and disruptions.

Student Complaints (excluding Safety, Harassment, or Title IX)

Student-Staff and Student-Instructor Complaint Process excluding Safety, Harassment, or Title IX

LSCO believes that all matters involving a staff member (non-instructor) OR an instructor are best resolved directly with the employee. Should it not be resolved at that level, access and complete the Student Complaint Intake form within five (5) business days from the date of the offense. The Student Complaint Intake Form can be found in any of these locations:

LSCO Website (Current Students)
LSCO Catalog (Student Services, Complaints)
MyGator Card
Blackboard (Student Resources, Student Services, Student Resources)

After a student completes the Student Complaint Intake Form, they will be contacted by an LSCO employee unrelated to the offense and provided guidance on how to proceed with the Complaint process.

Refer to the LSCO Catalog (Student Services, Complaints) for details on the complaint process.

Student Complaints (involving Safety, Harassment, or Title IX)

Student-Staff and Student-Instructor Complaint Process involving Safety, Harassment, or Title IX:

Students who have experienced a safety, harassment, or title IX event should access and complete the Title IX/Clery: Anonymous Reporting Form found in any of these locations:

LSCO Website (Sexual Misconduct & Title IX)
LSCO Catalog (Student Services, Complaints)
MyGator Card
Blackboard (Student Resources, Student Services, Student Resources)

After a student completes the intake form, they will be contacted by an LSCO employee and provided guidance on how to proceed.

Refer to the LSCO Catalog (Student Services, Complaints) for details on the complaint process.

Student Privacy

The privacy of all students, including Distance Education students, is protected through strict adherence to the rules of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. LSCO's statement regarding the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act can be found in LSCO's Catalog. Additional information regarding privacy for Distance Education students can be found in the Distance Education Handbook.

LAMAR STATE COLLEGE ORANGE SYLLABUS

Construction Management

CNBT, 1411, Construction Material Method I, 80S