College Policies

Students with Disabilities:
It is the policy of the El Camino Community College District to encourage full inclusion of

people with disabilities in all programs and services.  Students with disabilities who believe they

may need accommodations in this class should contact the campus Special Resource Center

(310) 660-3295, as soon as possible.  This will ensure that students are able to fully participate.

Academic Honesty and Plagiarism:

El Camino College places a high value on the integrity of its student scholars.  When an

instructor determines that there is evidence of dishonesty in any academic work (including, but

not limited to cheating, plagiarism, or theft of exam materials), disciplinary action appropriate to

the misconduct as defined in BP 5500 may be taken.  A failing grade on an assignment in which

academic dishonesty has occurred and suspension from class are among the disciplinary actions

for academic dishonesty (AP 5520).  Students with any questions about the Academic Honesty

or discipline policies are encouraged to speak with their instructor in advance.

Attendance Policy: Students are expected to attend their classes regularly. Students who miss

the first class meeting or who are not in regular attendance during the add period for the class

may be dropped by the instructor. Students whose absences from a class exceed 10% of the

scheduled class meeting times may be dropped by the instructor. However, students are

responsible for dropping a class within the deadlines published in the class schedule. Students

who stop attending but do not drop may receive a failing grade.

Grading: 
Unlike high school, a "D" is not passing.