Course Abstract Details
COL-100, College Success
Credits: 1
Course Description
COL-100, College Success, focuses on student attitudes and behaviors which lead to effective learning and college success. Students clarify values and set academic and personal goals. Students develop critical thinking, time management, communication, organizational skills, and study skills including test-taking. Prerequisite: exemption/completion of ASE Reading. One hour lecture each week. One credit. One billable hour.
Course Objectives and Grading Information
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. List and describe specific methods to manage time more effectively. (GE1; PG 4,6,7)
2. List and describe specific methods to listen effectively and take better notes. (GE1; PG7)
3. List and describe specific methods to prepare for and take tests. (GE1; PG7)
4. List and describe specific methods to improve memory. (GE 1; PG7)
5. List and describe specific methods to plan written reports and projects. (GE 1,4; PG 1, 4, 7)
6. List and describe specific methods to maintain a healthier, more balanced student life style. (GE 7; PG 2, 4,5)
7. List and describe specific methods to improve communication and problem solving skills. (GE 1, 2; PG 1,2,
8. List and describe specific methods to practice creative and critical thinking. (GE 2; PG 1)
9. Identify and explain Myers-Briggs type and learning styles, as well as understand ways to enhance academic performance and career plans based on these instruments. (GE 2,6; PG 2)
10. Identify resources (people and information) on and off campus to assist them in meeting their needs as students at Carroll Community College. (PG 7)
11. Locate and use a variety of library services and resource materials. (GE 4; PG7)
Learning Goals
The abbreviations in parentheses represent Learning Goals which have been identified for this course and program of study:
