GPS 3 F-1 International Student Orientation

The F-1 International Student Orientation will help you successfully understand expectations and college life in the United States. This meeting is required each semester for all F-1 visa students. Whether you are a new or returning student, the F-1 Orientation provide useful information and explain the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's visa regulations compliance updates that you must adhere to while studying on a F-1 visa at Delaware Tech. It will also connect you with students, faculty, staff and other campus resources.

Credits

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Prerequisite

Prerequisite: None

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Course Number and Title:

GPS 3 F-1 International Student Orientation

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: None

Course Credits and Hours

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Course Description

The F-1 International Student Orientation will help you successfully understand expectations and college life in the United States. This meeting is required each semester for all F-1 visa students. Whether you are a new or returning student, the F-1 Orientation provide useful information and explain the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's visa regulations compliance updates that you must adhere to while studying on a F-1 visa at Delaware Tech. It will also connect you with students, faculty, staff and other campus resources.

Additional Materials

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Required Text(s)

Obtain current textbook information by viewing the campus bookstore - https://www.dtcc.edu/bookstores online or visit a campus bookstore. Check your course schedule for the course number and section.

Disclaimer

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Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

Minimum Technology Requirements

Minimum technology requirements for all distance education type courses.