Curriculum Web References

Following is a list of web addresses for frequently used and helpful resources in developing curriculum, degrees and certificates at PCC. If you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact the Curriculum Office and we will be happy to help you find resources as you create and revise programs and courses.

PCC Internal References
  • Curriculum Office Home Page
    Links to CCOGs, SAC contact information, Curriculum Office Information, Forms to request new and revised degrees, certificates and courses.
  • Curriculum Committee Home Page
    Information about the Curriculum Committee Agendas, Minutes, Sub-committee links, Resources and guides for presenting requests and navigating the process through the Curriculum Committee.
  • Degrees and Certificates Committe Home Page
    Information about the Degrees and Certificates Committee Agendas, Minutes, other information related to degrees and certificate changes at PCC.
  • Process Overview for Degree, Certificate, and Course requests
    These guides provide an overview of the entire curriculum process from an idea to approval by the state.
  • Academic Services Home Page
    This site includes links to the Educational Advisory Council, Academic Policies, and other institutional academic resources. There are also occasional updates from the Vice-President of Academic and Student Affairs. This is the home page for the Vice-President of ASA’s office.
  • Instructional Improvement Project Funding/Resources
    Information on instructional tools, course redesign, and funding sources are available at this location.
External References
  • Community College Handbook
    From the State of Oregon, this document set the parameters we must follow when developing and revising degrees, certificates and curriculum. This includes Credit, non-credit, course, and program development information. Information regarding differences between Professional Technical, Occupational Supplementary, Stand-Alone, and Community Education courses can be found in this document.
  • State Course Numbering Guide
    This catalog provides guidance in assigning new course numbers as well as providing a master list of institutions which currently offer particular Lower Division Collegiate courses.
  • Department of Community Colleges and Workforce Development
    This is the primary agency with the State of Oregon charged with oversight of community colleges and workforce training agencies. Also links to partnerships, eligible training providers, administrative rules, and other resources.
  • Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
    This is PCC accreditation body. This site contains accreditation polices and guidelines. PCC has been accredited with NWCCU since 1970. For specific information regarding our last accreditation review, go to the Vice-President’s home page.

For more information, please email us. We will be happy to assist you in answering questions or connecting you with appropriate resources.