2019-2020 Northeast maritime Institute College Catalog by Northeast Maritime Institute

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE Table of Contents A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT ............................................................................................................. 1 MISSION ........................................................................................................................................................ 2 HISTORY ........................................................................................................................................................ 2 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS ....................................................................................................................... 3 FINANCIAL INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................... 5 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION.............................................................................................................................. 7 SAMPLE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................... 8 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................. 9 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................................... 10 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 12 GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES .................................................................................................... 12 MARITIME COURSES ...................................................................................................................... 14 APPLIED NAUTICAL SCIENCE LICENSING .................................................................................................... 17 ACADEMIC PROGRAM ................................................................................................................................ 18 GRADING STANDARDS ................................................................................................................... 18 FINAL EXAMS.................................................................................................................................. 19 CUMULATIVE GRADE POINT AVERAGE (CGPA).............................................................................. 19 ACADEMIC STANDING.................................................................................................................... 20 GOOD STANDING ........................................................................................................................... 20 GRADE APPEALS PROCESS ............................................................................................................. 20 ACADEMIC REVIEW ........................................................................................................................ 20 ACADEMIC PROBATION ................................................................................................................. 20 ACADEMIC DISMISSAL & READMISSION ........................................................................................ 21 ACADEMIC APPEALS PROCESS ....................................................................................................... 21 ATTENDANCE POLICIES .............................................................................................................................. 22 ABSENCE DUE TO RELIGIOUS BELIEFS............................................................................................ 22 COURSE WITHDRAWAL .................................................................................................................. 22 MEDICAL WITHDRAWAL ................................................................................................................ 22 MILITARY LEAVE ............................................................................................................................. 22 WITHDRAWAL FROM THE COLLEGE .............................................................................................. 23 ACADEMIC DISTINCTIONS .......................................................................................................................... 24 0

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE STUDENT SERVICES..................................................................................................................................... 25 DIASABILITY RESOURCES................................................................................................................ 27 CAMPUS ...................................................................................................................................................... 28 THE FLEET .................................................................................................................................................... 29 STUDENT LIFE ............................................................................................................................................. 30 STANDARDS AND PRINCIPLES OF CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOR (STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT) ... 30 HONESTY AND INTEGRITY-PERSONAL AND ACADEMIC INTEGRITY ............................................... 30 ACADEMIC DISHONESTY ................................................................................................................ 31 HAZING ........................................................................................................................................... 31 DRESS CODE ................................................................................................................................... 32 HEALTH SERVICES........................................................................................................................... 33 STUDENT CHEMICAL TESTING POLICY ........................................................................................... 33 ALCOHOL POLICY............................................................................................................................ 33 CONFIDENTIALITY AND RIGHT TO PRIVACY ................................................................................... 33 CAMPUS SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 34 PARKING REGULATIONS................................................................................................................. 34 PERSONAL PROPERTY .................................................................................................................... 34 STUDENT CLUBS, ATHLETICS & ORGANIZATION ....................................................................................... 34 TECHNOLOGY AND LIBRARY SERVICES ...................................................................................................... 35 NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE FACULTY ............................................................................................ 36 NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE ADMINISTRATION & STAFF .............................................................. 37 BOARD OF TRUSTEES.................................................................................................................................. 38 ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2019-2020 ............................................................................................................. 39 STUDENT CONSUMER INFORMATION ....................................................................................................... 40 DISCLOSURES ................................................................................................................................. 40

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Welcome to Northeast Maritime Institute! It is the sea that gave me my profession, my happiness, my family and my soul. All of my sea going and maritime-related career choices enabled my success beyond my wildest dreams. My passion to give back to my community; the maritime community, is motivated by the gratitude that I have for the amazing people, both men and women, with whom I have been able to work with. The maritime industry, going to sea specifically, provides for a great career and an unprecedented life experience. The ocean is the last bastion of adventure on earth. The sea, and all who ply it, provides an education, adventure and a way to earn a living that very few industries allow for in a collective experience. To experience this requires a certain type of person who initially must have a passion for working on and around the ocean. Northeast Maritime Institute’s Associate in Applied Science in Nautical Science accepts sixteen students per cohort. You will have to commit yourself to the following tenets for success in this program if you wish to succeed and move to a fruitful career: Honesty, Integrity and Hard Work. You will hear these constantly throughout your experience as they are the three ideals that will guarantee you a successful life as a person and a successful career on the sea. Honesty, Integrity and Hard Work. Remember these three concepts and you will be worthy of an NMI diploma. Upon enrollment you will quickly realize that you are going to be part of a ground breaking program. Northeast Maritime Institute is the only private maritime college in the United States. My goal as President is for this Institute to be recognized as a college that produces mariners-nothing more, nothing less. Mariners! Sea-going people! Northeast Maritime Institute was founded in 1981 and has delivered world-class maritime education and training to tens of thousands of mariners since then. Our main goal is to deliver our degree program with as much passion as we have with our professional continuing education programs. Most importantly, we want to ensure that we always abide by our own creed to… “Honor the Mariner”. I hope that your experience at Northeast Maritime Institute will be the beginning of the best memories of your life. We will and always shall consider it an honor to serve as the platform from which you began your career passionately and enthusiastically.

May the sea become your passion,

Eric R. Dawicki President Northeast Maritime Institute

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE MISSION â&#x20AC;&#x153;To equip graduates with the combination of knowledge, critical thinking, problem solving, ethical decision making, and confidence which will enable them to safely and efficiently operate, maintain, and manage the ships of today and the maritime industry of tomorrow.â&#x20AC;?

HISTORY Northeast Maritime Institute (NMI) was founded in 1981 and prides itself on being one of the forerunners in private maritime education and training in the United States and around the globe. We are an organization that revolves around the needs of our students and are dedicated to ensuring that they receive top-quality maritime education and training as well as the highest dedication from our staff and administration. After thirty-three years of providing the highest quality professional continuing education programs, NMI filed for and was granted approval by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education to offer an Associate in Applied Science in Nautical Science degree. We are here to ensure that our students complete the necessary education and requirements to receive their United States Coast Guard and/or Commonwealth of Dominica license, as well as an Associate in Applied Science in Nautical Science degree as a foundation for their future. We are committed to working within communities worldwide to develop awareness for safe and efficient commercial maritime operations. NMI is also recognized by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as a world leader in delivering top-quality maritime education and training services.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS The principal aim of the Admissions Requirements of Northeast Maritime Institute is to offer admission to students from diverse backgrounds through ethically sound and fair procedures and policies. All policies and procedures have been written to ensure each applicant is individually assessed, without partiality or bias, in accordance with the policy on equal opportunities. To be considered for admission to Northeast Maritime Institute, candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED. Applicants of Northeast Maritime Institute’s Division of Higher Education are required to submit a completed application package which includes:     

Completed application form Copy of applicant’s high school transcripts and/or copy of the applicant’s GED Typed essay as detailed in the application Two (2) letters of recommendation from current, former teachers or employers $50.00 application fee

Applicants do not have to provide Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or ACT results. They are not required for admission into the program. Board of Admissions The Board of Admissions meets once a month to review applications. Admission to NMI is based upon a complete evaluation of an applicant’s academic record, essay, letters of recommendation and personal interview. All information regarding interview, tours, and admissions to NMI including details of all requirements and application forms, may be obtained by contacting the Office of Admissions at (508)992-4025. The application requirements for international students do not differ from other students. Any documents that are not in English must include a translated copy. Applicants must meet all physical criteria required by licensing affiliations in order to be considered for the program. Applicants meeting these requirements will be equally considered, regardless of race, ethnicity, or gender. Applicants questioning their medical eligibility should review the complete list of special medical circumstances and consult a physician. Applicants have the ability to submit medical records prior to submitting the application to the licensing authority to ask for approval. For more information, contact the Office of Admissions. *A complete list of special requirements and explanations for individuals with special medical circumstances can be found at the following web address: www.uscg.mil/nmc/medical/NVIC/NVIC_4_08_with enclosures.pdf Physical Examination Accepted students are required to complete a USCG physical examination by a physician of their choice and at their own expense. They must also submit proof of compliance with the vaccination requirements. Program Specific Restrictions Certain programs offered by NMI restrict students with physical disabilities under certain circumstances due to United States Coast Guard requirements (https://www.uscg.mil/nmc/regulations/NVIC/NVIC_4_08_with_enclosures.pdf ). For these programs, all students are required to have completed a United States Coast Guard physical examination prior to participating in the program. This assures NMI and the student that they are able to successfully complete the program and licensing requirements.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE These programs include: •

Associate Degree of Applied Science in Nautical Science

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Licensing courses for Continuing Education

Northeast Maritime Institute is a drug-free campus. Upon entry, all students must submit a negative chemical test and are subject to random chemical screening while enrolled at NMI. Students with Disabilities Northeast Maritime Institute is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for student with documented disabilities. The Student Disabilities Coordinator works with faculty and staff to provide support for students with disabilities in compliance with the mandates of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, and the ADA Amendments Act 2009. At the post-secondary school level, a student must disclose his or her learning differences in order to receive reasonable academic accommodations. The Voluntary Disclosure of Disability Form is available from the Office of Admissions. Once the disclosure form is completed, a student must submit documentation from a qualified professional stating the nature of the disability and its impact on the student’s learning in a college environment. The evaluation must be completed within three years prior to enrollment at NMI. An individualized education plan (I.E.P.) or 504 plan without underlying documentation is not acceptable. Once documentation is received and reviewed by the Disability Coordinator and the Chief Academic Officer, a support services plan is developed with the student. Reasonable accommodations will be arranged for a student, provided the accommodations do not substantially alter the fundamental nature of the academic class or program. For questions or concerns about documentation and accommodations please contact the Disabilities Coordinator at (508)992-4025 ext. 317. Transfer Admissions Admission applications from students wishing to transfer to NMI will be given full consideration. Transfer credit will be evaluated by the Chief Academic Officer and the Registrar with the advice of the appropriate instructor. The amount of credit awarded will be on a course-by-course basis. The evaluation of any request will include:    

a review based on a course description from an accredited institution where the course was taken; a grade of “B” or better with an official transcript showing the grade; a request for transfer form should be submitted to the Registrar; the student must be in good academic standing at the time of the request

*no more than 15 credits of general education classes shall be transferred from another college ** Nautical science courses taken at another college or university shall be considered for transfer Students must anticipate spending 2 full years at NMI, regardless if the number of transfer credits accepted, in order to fulfill the course and licensure requirements of the degree/license programs. Students must fulfill federal and international regulations, including the Merchant Marine Training and Education Act of 1980; the United States Coast Guard regulations for obtaining a Merchant Marine Officer’s license; and the Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) promulgated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE FINANCIAL INFORMATION The following costs apply to students entering during or after the Fall of 2019. Northeast Maritime Institute reserves the right to adjust the charges at any time before the charges are incurred by the student. Unless otherwise specified, all charges are annual.

Associate Degree in Applied Science in Nautical Science Tuition- $22, 000.00 Flat fee for full-time enrollment (12-22 credits per semester) for Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 semesters Fees-$650.00* Mandatory full-time enrollment fees including, but not limited to course lab fees, random drug testing program enrollment, activities and technology. External professional licensing fees are not included in this amount. Room-$3000.00 Average cost for a double occupancy room in college housing. Food-$3000.00** Average cost for food and meals which are not provided on campus and are not billed by the college. Books and Supplies-$600.00** Average (non-billed) cost of books and supplies for the academic year. Approximately $300.00 per term; cost varies depending upon course schedule and whether books are purchased new, used, rented or open-source. *external costs associated with requirements for USCG or other licensing applications are not managed by NMI and are the student’s responsibility. **Variable estimated costs based upon financial circumstances and elective expenses NMI Payment Plan NMI offers an optional Northeast Maritime Institute Payment Plan (NMIPP) to all students. An alternative to paying in full at the start of each term, the NMIPP divides the student’s academic year balance into 11 interest-free monthly payments. Refund Policies Students who withdraw from a course after the start of the semester are entitled to a refund of tuition in accordance with the following: Prior to the first week………………………………………………………………………....………….…. During the 1st week…………………….…………………………………..……………………..………….. During the 2nd week…………………………………………………………………………………..………. During the 3rd week……………………………………………………………………………………..…..… After the 3rd week………………………….………………………………………………………………..….

100%, less a deposit fee of $500.00 75% 50% 25% 0%

Certain fees may be refunded on a pro-rated basis, if applicable. Application fees, acceptance deposits, and registration fees are non-refundable. All students wishing to withdraw must file an official withdrawal notice (available in the Registrar’s Office) to the Registrar’s Office. This notice must be signed by the student. Tuition credit will be calculated from the time the notice is received in the Registrar’s Office. Non-attendance of class does not constitute an official withdrawal. Students who are dismissed for non-academic reasons receive no refund of tuition, fees, and room charges. In accordance with NMI refund policy, there will be no refund of room charges after the start of classes.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE It is NMIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s policy to withhold all diplomas, degrees, official transcripts, and other official recognition of work completed at NMI from students with outstanding debts to NMI. Change of Address Students must inform the Registrar of any billing address changes. Financial Aid Information Northeast Maritime Institute makes every effort to provide financial assistance for qualified students. Deferred tuition payments, need-based and merit-based scholarships may be provide to qualified students. NMI may use information from a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FAFSA application and summary report to assist with determining financial aid qualification.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Northeast Maritime Institute is a private two year college. NMI awards an Associate in Applied Science in Nautical Science degree. NMI’s curricula are constantly evolving in response to changes in the maritime industry. NMI provides a high level of academic support to its students. Course requirements are routinely evaluated and revised. NMI’s Associate in Applied Science in Nautical Science education model provides for theory, soft-practical, and applied learning through lecture, hands-on and simulator training, as well as Summers at Sea to ensure the success of the students. Graduates will earn an Associate in Applied Science in Nautical Science degree as a building block for their future as well as several licenses and endorsements from the United States Coast Guard and/or the Commonwealth of Dominica Maritime Administration to enable them to start their career immediately upon graduation. The program is delivered as a cohort style of education. We created this program to foster the philosophy that an intimate, educational experience nurtures not only the individual but also the cohort. Each cohort going through this program will become a family unit; learning, studying and working together, preparing for a future working and living on-board ships. The students will be transformed into a cohesive group, learning form one another, while developing the individual skills necessary to enter the maritime industry. Academic Credit Hour Definition In accordance with federal guidelines, Northeast Maritime Institute defines the credit hour as the following:  

a credit hour for a class is one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and two hours of out-of-class student work per week over a semester; a credit hour for laboratories is two hours of lab time and two hours of out-of-class student work per week over a semester

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE SAMPLE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS YEAR ONE/SEMESTER ONE Course Critical Writing Technical Mathematics Basic Marine Safety* Nautical Science* Introduction to Sail* Principles of Sociology Skills for Success YEAR ONE/SEMESTER TWO Course Maritime Literature Proficiency in Survival Craft* Technical Physics Technical Physics Lab Introduction to Psychology Navigation Rules* Introduction to Shiphandling* YEAR ONE/SUMMER AT SEA Course Sea Journal I STCW Navigational Watch I* YEAR TWO/SEMESTER ONE Course U.S. History to 1877 Terrestrial Navigation and Bridge Resource Management* Introduction to Ocean Science Marine Engineering* Ship Management & Operations* Introduction to Naval Architecture, Trim and Stability* Radar and ARPA* YEAR TWO/SEMESTER TWO Course Advanced Sail Training* Meteorology U.S. Government U.S. History from 1877 Electronic Navigation* Tankerman Barge PIC* Shiphandling and Assistance Towing* Master 200 Gross Tonnage License Preparation* YEAR TWO/SUMMER AT SEA Course Sea Journal II STCW Navigational Watch II*

Credit(s) 3 3 3 3 1 3 0 16 Credits Credit(s) 3 3 3 1 3 3 3 19 Credits Credit(s) 2 2 4 Credits Credit(s) 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 21 Credits Credit(s) 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 0 21 Credits Credit(s) 1 2 3 Credits

*Required course for licensing

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Students are required to complete all courses in the program for a total of 83 credits with a grade point average of at least 2.0 to graduate. Full-time attendance is a requirement of the program.

Course Requirements Required (Core) Courses for the Major (Total Number of Courses Required=33) Course Number ENG 101 OS 201 PSY 101 ENG 102 SOC 101 ENG 111 ENG 212 PSA 101 MTH 107 PHY 101 PHY 102 HST 213 HST 214 GVT 111

General Education Courses Course Title Critical Writing Introduction to Ocean Science Introduction to Psychology Maritime Literature Principles of Sociology Sea Journal I Sea Journal II Skills for Success Technical Mathematics Technical Physics Technical Physics Lab U.S History to 1877 U.S. History from 1877 U.S. Government

Credit Hours 3 3 3 3 3 2 1 0 3 3 3 3 3 3

Subtotal of required General Education Course Credits: 33

Course Number ST 202 NS 101 NS 202 NS 131 ST 101 NS 255 NS 260 ME 201 NS 103 NS 110 NS 106 NS 208 NS 102 NS 204 NS 203 NS 232 NS 201 NS 220

Maritime Courses Course Title Advanced Sail Training Basic Marine Safety Electronic Navigation Introduction to Shiphandling Introduction to Sail Meteorology Master 200 Gross Tonnage Licensing Prep Marine Engineering Nautical Science Navigation Rules Proficiency in Survival Craft RADAR and ARPA STCW Navigational Watch I STCW Navigational Watch II Ship Management and Operations Shiphandling and Assistance towing Terrestrial Navigation and Bridge Resource Management Tankerman Barge PIC

Credit Hours 3 3 3 3 3 3 0 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 3

Subtotal of required Maritime Course Credits: 50

Distribution of General Education Requirements Arts and Humanities, including Literature Mathematics and the Natural and Physical Social Science Social Sciences

Credit Hours 8 10 15

Curriculum Summary Total Number of Courses Required for the Degree Total Number Credit Hours Required for the Degree

Credit Hours 33 83

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Intent to Graduate All students must file the Intent to Graduate Degree Form with the Registrar. For students completing their coursework in December, the Intent to Graduate Form is due the 1st of December, and for students competing coursework in May, the form is due the 1st of April. Completed forms must be submitted to the Registrar’s Office relevant to the semester in which they expect to complete their requirements. It is the student’s responsibility to originate this request, and failure to do so may delay his/her graduation. The Intent to Graduate Form is available through the Registrar’s Office. The responsibility for satisfying requirements rests with the student.

Criteria for Eligibility to Graduate Course Completion Students are required to complete 83 credit hours and a skills class successfully. All Nautical Science courses must be completed according to USCG standards. A Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.0 or higher is required for a student to graduate.

Internships/Semesters at Sea The Associate in Applied Science in Nautical Science program includes two required summer internships opportunities to provide: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Industry hands-on experience working as part of a vessel’s crew Accumulation of approved sea time to be applied to professional licensing Course credit for ENG 111 Sea Journal, ENG112 Sea Journal II Course credits for NS102 STCW Navigational Watch I and NS102A STCW Navigational Watch II which include required practical demonstration sign-offs recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard as part of the program’s approval.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE Students are required to: 1. Complete to 90-day internships onboard a commercial vessel. Twelve-hour work days are preferred in order to maximize professional license qualifications 2. Complete all required course work for NS102, NS102A 3. Complete Vessel Familiarization Forms 4. Individual STCW Assessment/Tasks with sign-offs 5. Vessel specific questions and problems 6. Daily Log book entries 7. Sea-time documentation Community Service At NMI, our motto is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Honor the Marinerâ&#x20AC;?. We encourage all of our students to give back some of their time by providing service to others with integrity and pride. Our team develops our students into responsible citizens by providing opportunities to develop their teamwork and leadership skills. As a graduation requirement, students must complete thirty (30) hours of community service per semester. At the end of each semester, all community service documentation must submitted to the Community Service Coordinator. Any student not fulfilling these requirements may request an extension to complete his/her community service hours. Extensions are only granted in extreme circumstances and degrees will be withheld until this requirement is fulfilled. All community service hours must be completed prior to graduation.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES PSA 101: Skills for Success This pass/fail course will provide students with access to personal skills needed to be successful, both in school and on the job. Students will learn how to set goals and create a plan to reach them, time management, and study skills. They will learn how to access and use online resources as well as traditional library resources. Elements of teamwork and leadership will also be incorporated into the class as part of the USCG requirements. Prerequisite: None Credits: 0 ENG 101: Critical Writing This course will introduce the student to writing about subjects from his/her own experience and/or critical interpretation of selected readings. The student will learn how to work cooperatively within a small group to design, draft, deliver, conduct research and share their research and written papers with the class. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 ENG 102: Maritime Literature This course is an introduction to the study of maritime literature, including both non-fiction and fiction. Students will be encouraged to respond actively to the literary works through class discussion and a variety of writings by analyzing, describing, and critiquing maritime literature. Prerequisite: ENG 101: Critical Writing Credits: 3 ENG 111: Sea Journal I This course is the first half of a two-part sequence which is a self-directed study and writing course. It is designed to integrate the shipboard life of the student through journaling by having the student describe his/her experience during his/her first summer semester aboard the ship. The student will be required to maintain a journal that will contain factual information of employment activities, personal narratives and student’s onboard experiences, and summarize both accomplishments and obstacles or problems. Each journal is a “log” of general information as well as a forum for self-reflection. The student will be required to devote at least four hours a week to journaling. Prerequisite: ENG 101: Critical Writing Credits: 1 ENG 212: Sea Journal II This course is the second part of a two-part sequence which is a self-directed study and writing course. It is designed to integrate the shipboard life of the student through journaling by having the student describe his/her experiences during his/her second summer semester aboard the ship. The student will be required to maintain a journal that will contain factual information of employment activities, personal narratives and student’s onboard experiences, and summarize both accomplishments and obstacles or problems. Each journal is a “log” of general information as swell as a forum for self-reflection. The student will be required to devote at least two hours per week to journaling. Prerequisite: ENG 111: Sea Journal I Credits: 1 NS 255: Meteorology This course is an introduction to meteorology with special emphasis on weather at sea. It will include the atmospheric composition, general circulation, frontal systems, wind, moisture, atmospheric stability, storm systems, weather observations, satellite images, forecasting and weather information at sea and ship routing. Prerequisite: MTH 107: Technical Mathematics Credits: 3 PHY101: Technical Physics NS103: Nautical Science

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE MTH 107: Technical Mathematics This course will introduce students to the needed technical mathematical skills to solve basic engineering problems. The class is designed to teach the purpose of scientific notation, units of measure, review of algebraic functions, the trigonometric functions, right angel trigonometry and vectors knowledge of oblique triangles. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 OS 201: Introduction to Ocean Science This course will provide students with an introduction to the methods and instruments used by marine scientists. Topics will include: ocean biology, sea water chemistry, and weather. There will also be lecture and discussion of related current events. Students will have hands-on exposure to sampling methods and gathering samples to study living organisms in the ocean. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 PHY 101: Technical Physics Students will be introduced to an integrated view of how the basic concepts of physics are applied to mechanical, fluidal, electrical and thermal systems. The course is designed to teach physics as: the study of how motion occurs, how to identify and measure force-like quantities, describe the concept of resistance, and define electrical transformers and the three basic machines. Prerequisite: MTH 107: Technical Mathematics Credits: 3 PHY 102: Technical Physics Lab In addition to the Technical Physics course the student will be required to complete PHY 102 Laboratory. Concurrent with PHY101 Technical Physics Prerequisite: MTH107: Technical Mathematics Credits: 3 PSY 101: Introduction to Psychology Introduction to Psychology is a journey through all of the major psychological concepts and principles. The knowledge gained from this course will allow students to critically evaluate psychological research and have a more in-depth understanding of human thought and behavior. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 GVT 111: U.S. Government This course will introduce the student to the constitutional, ideological and cultural factors that influence the political and governmental institutions of the United States. It will describe the structure and functions of the United States and Massachusetts Government Constitutions, the mass media and public opinion, voting and elections, the institutions of national government, and the constitutional Liberties and rights of citizens. The course aids students in their efforts to understand the responsibilities and rights of the individual in human society. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 HST 213: U.S. History to 1877 This course is designed to introduce the student to United States history from the Age of Exploration to the end of Reconstruction. It will explore the major forces, personalities, events, and institutions which shaped the American historical experience through 1877. Topics include the development of colonial society, the American Revolution, U.S. Constitution, the westward expansion, 19th century reform movements, the rise of sectionalism and the Civil War. The course aids students in their efforts to understand the principles of group behavior and social organizations. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE HST 214: U.S. History from 1877 This course is designed to introduce the student to United States history from 1877 to the present. It will focus on the forces, personalities, events and institutions that have shaped modern American history sin Reconstruction. It is designed to focus on several topics and themes such as the evolution and implementation of the Federal and State Constitutions, industrialization, immigration, urbanization, westward expansion and Americanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s global role in the twentieth century. Prerequisite: HST 113: U.S. History to 1877 Credits: 3 SOC 101: Principles of Sociology This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic principles of sociology. This course presents the elementary processes of human interaction and the concepts which describe their operation in everyday life. The course is designed to teach the impact of culture and why deviance occurs. It also exposes the student to the principles of group behavior, social organizations that are in American culture, subcultures and changes that are underway in the United States and other societies as a result of globalization. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3

MARITIME COURSES ME 201: Marine Engineering This course will introduce students to the engineering science of elementary thermodynamics, lubrication theory and practice and systems of measurement. The class is designed to teach the purpose of pumps, filters, strainers, valves, piping and fittings as it applies to marine metallurgy, basic main propulsion and auxiliary diesel machinery. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 ME 202 Introduction to Naval Architecture This course introduces students to the basic construction and stability of ships. Topics addressed include: hull forms, ship structures, hull girder strength, and local strength; ship construction and repair; trim and stability calculations and the effects of leading; the principles of intact and damage stability; flooding de-watering, and damage control; and international and United States regulations for the prevention of Pollution and their impact on ship design and construction. Prerequisite: MTH 107: Technical Mathematics Credits: 3 NS 103: Nautical Science NS 101: Basic Marine Safety This course provides students with the basic knowledge and training of personal survival techniques needed to react appropriately during emergency situations, taking suitable measures for their survival and survival of others and how to use survival equipment correctly. Additionally, course material covers the knowledge of personal safety and social responsibilities as it relates to living and working aboard operational merchant ships, basic instruction in elementary first aid and CPR techniques and how to respond and perform those skills in an emergency. The course is also designed to include the basic firefighting that gives the student necessary skills to react appropriately in the event of a fire aboard ship, control the firefighting operations, the knowledge on the theory and science of fire, methods of firefighting and firefighting equipment, along with fire preventions and the ability to inspect and maintain the fire extinguishing systems. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 NS 102: STCW Navigational Watch I This course will take place during the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Summer at Sea onboard a vessel while accumulating sea service. The student will be responsible for completing the Summer at Sea Service Packet (Training Record Book) and return with the requisite completion of ship board tasks. The student will be required to complete this coursework during his/her first summer term at sea. Prerequisite: None Credits: 2

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE NS 204: STCW Navigational Watch II This course will take place during the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Summer at Sea onboard a vessel, while accumulating sea service. The student will be responsible for completing the Summer at Sea Service packet (Training Record Book) and return with the requisite completion of shipboard tasks. The student will be required to complete this coursework during his/her second summer term at sea. Prerequisite: NS 102: STCW Navigational Watch I Credits: 2 NS103: Nautical Science Nautical Science is a study of the laws for the prevention of collisions at sea, the identification of navigational aids and the introduction to maritime pollution prevention laws and practices. Topics will include marlinspike seamanship, the theory and practice of cargo and weight handling, and how the use of lines aboard ship will be enlisted both theoretically and practically. The course will be taught with a combination of classroom lectures and hands on experience. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 NS 106: Proficiency in Survival Craft This course provides the student with a comprehensive study of deck and marlinspike. It will provide the necessary background and knowledge concerning the requirements and duties of a lifeboatman. Prerequisite: NS 103: Nautical Science Credits: 3 NS 110: Navigation Rules This course introduces the student to the international and inland laws and rules for the prevention of collision at sea. The class will study the navigation safety regulations of 33 Code of Federal Regulation 164 which will cover the lights, shapes, and sound signals required at sea. Case studies are used to provide an understanding of the historic consequences of improper application. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 NS131 Introduction to Shiphandling Basic shiphandling and control systems will introduce the student to the science and art of controlling and maneuvering of single and twin screw power vessels, and tug and barge combinations in light and loaded conditions, using the Northeast Maritime Simulators. Prerequisite: NS 103: Nautical Science Credits: 3 NS 201: Terrestrial Navigation and Bridge Resource Management The student will be provided with an introduction into coastal navigation by addressing navigational charting systems, use of magnetic and gyro compasses, compass error, course plotting dead reckoning, visual navigation, aids to navigation, and nautical publications. Additionally, the course will include the computation of tides and tidal currents and their effect on navigation. Prerequisite: MTH 107 Technical Mathematics Credits: 3 NS 107 Navigation Rules NS 202: Electronic Navigation This course will address the theory and practice of navigation with electronics including navigation software, GPS and radio direction finder. Emphasis is placed on assessing the accuracy of electronic navigation. The marine gyro compass theory, operation, maintenance, and sources of error associated with the use of electronic charting systems (ECDIS) are also major emphases of the course. Prerequisite: NS 201: Terrestrial Navigation & Bridge Resource Management Credits: 3 NS 208: Radar and ARPA This course will introduce the student to the theory, operation, and maintenance of shipboard RADAR. Included will be an in-depth study of the application of radar in collision-avoidance and navigation at sea with a special emphasis

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE on the performance limitations and environmental effects on radar. The principles of radar navigation will be studied and the student will develop both the mental and manual skills needed to safely use radar in a real time marine environment. Concurrent with NS 201 Terrestrial Navigation and Bridge Resource Management Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 NS 220: Tankerman Barge PIC The student will be introduced to the tanker and tank barge regulations and operations, which include areas such as flammable and combustible liquids, tank vessel safety, cargo piping, and pumping systems, tank cleaning, gas free operations, ballast, loading, off-loading and dangerous/hazardous cargo. Environmental and pollution regulations will also be discussed along with oil pollution clean-up theory and practice. Prerequisite: ME 210 Ship Construction and Basic Stability Credits: 3 NS 232: Shiphandling and Assistance Towing Towing boat safety and operational procedure fundamentals. Topics will include the safe line handling requirements of towing and reviewing and defining the safety considerations and the procedures for facing/unfacing the boat during towing. Additionally, the procedures for working with rigging, daily inspection and maintenance of the tow and the boat, and the safety procedures of equipment for making a lock as well as the judgement involving distance calling will be presented. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 NS 260: Master 200 Gross Tonnage License Preparation This course provides the necessary skills needed to complete the 200 Ton Captain’s License Exam. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 NS 203: Ship Management Operations This course will introduce the student to the fundamentals of ship management and vessel operations. It will include the understanding of the complex intercommunications of office and shipboard management. Students will learn about the logistics, budgets and revenue management and the how the “us and them” mentality has disappeared from the traditional ship management operations of the past. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 ST 101: Introduction to Sail The safe navigation of sailing vessels, the practical application of sailing techniques in collision avoidance, docking, anchoring, and sailing under power will be introduced. The course also includes all of the United States Coast Guard requirements for testing for an Auxiliary Sail Endorsement. Prerequisite: None Credits: 3 ST202: Advanced Sail Training The student will be exposed to the systems that are required for safe operation, monetary requirements, program development and management of a sail training organization. The course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of an organizational and business plan for a mock sail training organization. Prerequisite: ST 101 Introduction to Sail Credits: 3

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE APPLIED NAUTICAL SCIENCE LICENSING The Associate in Applied Science in Nautical Science program has been approved by the United States Coast Guard (NOREMI-737) for the following Merchant Mariner Credentials and Endorsements: Unites States Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) (Domestic Students)   

Master of 100 Gross Ton Near Coastal Vessels (46 CFR 11.480) Master of 200 Gross Ton Near Coastal Vessels (46 CFR 11.427) Able Seaman Special (46 CFR 12.05-9)

Endorsed for: Radar Observer (RADAR) (46 CFR 11.480) Assistance Towing (46 CFR 11.482 (b) Auxiliary Sail (46 CFR 11.205 (f) Bridge Resource Management (46 CFR 11.202(e)) Electronic Chart Display Information Systems (ECDIS) (STCW Code Table A-II/1 & Table A-II-2) Automated Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) (46 CFR 11.202(c)) Elementary First Aid (46 CFR 11.202(b)(3) and STCW Code Section A-VI/1) Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (46 CFR 11.202(b)(4) and STCW Code Section A-VI/1 Personal Survival Techniques (46 CFR 11.202(b)(1) and STCW Code Section A-VI/1) Basic Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting Training (46 CFR 11.202(b)(2), 46 CFR 11.205(d) and 11.401 (g)(1), 46CFR 13.207, 13.307, 13.407 or 13.507 and STCW Code Section A-V-VI/2) Proficiency in Survival Craft (Lifeboatman) (46 CFR 12.10-3(a)(6), 46 CFR 12.10-5 and STCW Code Section A-VI/2) Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch (46 CFR 12.05-3 (c) and STCW Code Section A-II/4) Commonwealth of Dominica Maritime Administration Certification and Endorsements* (International Students) 

Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch on Vessels less than 500 Gross Tonnage

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Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch Certificate of Proficiency

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE ACADEMIC PROGRAM The curriculum of 83 credit hours is predetermined for most students each semester and includes general education and maritime courses. The academic year consists of two academic semesters of approximately 15 weeks each and either a Cooperative Program or a Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping Internship (SCWI) also known as a Sea Term during the summer months. Monday through Friday students are required to be at the muster location by 0750, attend morning meetings, and remain on campus until 1700. The last 30 minutes of each weekday (1630-1700) are dedicated to studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; participation in the Student Responsibility Program. Some class sessions are all day, such as lifeboat training, firefighting, or sessions on the Sailing Vessel Fritha and will be integrated into each cohortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s schedule. Should a student need to leave campus for more than 20 minutes, he or she must inform the Admissions Office.

ACADEMIC STANDARDS Students will be awarded a single, alphabetical grade certified by the instructor before the reporting deadline which is noted on the academic calendar. Those who meet all the parameters will be placed on the Lemley List for academic distinction.

GRADING STANDARDS Note: Although earning a 60% in a general education courses constitutes a passing grade, the following courses and corresponding scores represent the minimum grade required to pass in accordance with the USCG standard. SEMESTER 1 Auxiliary Sail Basic Marine Safety Nautical Science

70% 4 modules each 70% 2 modules each 70%

SEMESTER 2 Navigation Rules Survival Craft Introduction to Shiphandling

90% (70% to pass course) 70% *Not a USCG mandate-70%

SEMESTER 3 Management & Leadership RADAR/ARPA Terrestrial Navigation Naval Architecture/Stability Marine Engineering

2 modules, each 70% 20 modules, 70% RADAR, 80% ARPA 90% (70% to pass course) *Not a USCG mandate-70% *Not a USCG mandate-70%

SEMESTER 4 Electronic Navigation Tankerman Advanced Shiphandling Meteorology Advanced Sail Training

80% 70% 70% *Not a USCG mandate-70% 70%

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE 200 TON LICENSE PREP (courses are testable material in 200 Ton exams) Rules of the Road 90% Chart Navigation 90% Navigation Problems 80% Navigation General 70% Deck Safety 70% Deck General 70%

FINAL EXAMS Every course offered for credit requires a final examination or project as part of the course’s curriculum. No final examination may be given at any time or place other than those published in the examination schedule, except when directed or approved by the CAO. Missing a final examination will result in a zero (0) for the examination unless the student provides proof to his or her instructor that the absence was excusable. After the proof is presented, the instructor and/or the CAO will determine whether the absence is deemed excused.

CUMULATIVE GRADE POINT AVERAGE (CGPA) Student work will be evaluated and graded by the instructor instructing the course. Course work can include, but is not limited to: homework assignments, quizzes, exams, labs and/or independent studies that are eligible for grading according to the individual instructor’s grading system. Instructors will outline their grading system in the course syllabus. The final grade for each course will be given according to a one hundred point system which will then translate to a four point system to evaluate the student’s grade point average per semester. Students will be able to view grades as they are available. The student’s cumulative grade point average is computed at the end of each semester on the basis of grade number values as follows:

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A+ 4.0 95-100 C+ 2.0 A 3.7 92.5-95 C 1.7 A3.3 90-92.4 C1.3 B+ 3.0 87. 5-89.9 D+ 1 .0 B 2.7 82.05- 87.4 D 0.7 B2.3 80- 82.4 D0.3 Any student receiving a numeric grade less than 60 will receive an “F” letter grade and no point value.

Numeric Scale 77.5-79.9 72.5-77.4 70-72.4 67.5- 69.9 62.5 -67.4 60-62.4

These assigned values are multiplied by the number of credit hours of each course to establish the quality points. The total quality points are divided by the total credit hours to determine the CPGA. The following grade are not computed into the CGPA: AU-Audit I-Incomplete P-Pass W-Withdraw WC-Withdraw with credit attempted If a student withdraws from a class, an official withdrawal form must be filed with the Office of the Registrar to ensure accuracy of student records. If the student fails to officially withdraw, a failing grade could result.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE ACADEMIC STANDING A student’s academic standing is determined by the cumulative grade point average (CPGA) required, meeting minimum academic standards based on the student’s credit count of courses successfully completed at Northeast Maritime Institute.

GOOD STANDING Students with a CPGA of 2.0 or above are considered in Good Academic Standing.

GRADE APPEALS PROCESS The grade appeal policy is designed to resolve a student’s specific concerns with regard to a final course grade. If a student feels that a final course grade is inaccurate, the student must make an appointment with the faculty member to discuss the matter informally. The appointment must be requested within the first two weeks of the academic semester following the semester in which the grade was earned. Every effort will be made to resolve the student’s concerns informally. If the student’s concerns are not resolved through the informal appeal, the student may pursue a formal appeals process by meeting with the Chief Academic Officer. The burden of proof is on the student to show that the grade is inaccurate. The formal appeal must be initiated within two weeks after the conclusion of the informal process. The formal process commences when the student submits, in writing, a description of the basis for the grievance, including any corroborating materials, to the CAO. The CAO will promptly notify the instructor of the formal appeal. Within two weeks of said notification, the instructor must address the concerns of the student in writing and submit the response to the CAO. The CAO will then make an assessment as to the validity of the student’s grievance and provide a written copy of any recommendations to both the instructor and student. Regardless of the nature of the recommendation of the CAO, it remains the sole prerogative of the instructor to change the grade. Exceptions to the policy may be permitted if the CAO determines that clear and compelling extenuating circumstances exist.

ACADEMIC REVIEW A student is placed on Academic Review when his/her CGPA falls below a 2.0 but remains above the probationary level. Students placed on Academic Review will be notified by the Chief Academic Officer and be required to meet with an academic advisor prior to enrolling for the next semester.

ACADEMIC PROBATION A student is placed on Academic Probation if his/her CGPA falls below the designated probation threshold associated with the CPGA as listed in the table. Students have two semesters of attendance to raise the CGPA to a level above probation. Students on Academic Probation will be notified in writing by the Chief Academic Officer and are required to meet with an academic advisor every semester before registering for classes in order to create a plan including tutoring, strategic course selection, and other changes in study habits.

Hours toward Good Standing Academic Probation GPA* CGPA Review CGPA 9-15 credits 2.0 1.50-1.99 below 1.50 16-24 credits 2.0 1.75-1.99 below 1.75 25+ credits 2.0 N/A below 2.00

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE ACADEMIC DISMISSAL & READMISSION A student who does not raise his or her CGPA above probation after two semesters of attendance will be dismissed for one calendar year. Students will be notified in writing by the Office of the Registrar and may consider the Academic Appeals Procedure. After one year of inactive status, a student may return with an incoming cohort and will be placed on probation. Student may be required to complete additional time sensitive program requirements due to the dismissal. After two years of inactive status, the student may choose to take advantage of the New Beginning Option.

ACADEMIC APPEALS PROCESS NMI has established the following system for an appeal of an academic dismissal.       

The Registrar will notify the student of dismissal by mail or email and explain the right to appeal and the procedures to follow; A student who wishes to appeal may write to the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) explaining his/her reason for appeal; The student shall meet with the CAO and one instructor to discuss the reasons for dismissal and reason for appeal The meeting shall conclude with the student being informed with the final decision of the appeal. The Registrar shall serve as resource personnel in this matter; The CAO shall arrange for student support services if student is reinstated; If student is not satisfied with the CAO’s decision, he/she shall appeal to the Office of the President If a student is allowed to return after academic dismissal, they will be enrolled in the next cohort and will be required to repeat the semester they were attending, due to the attendance policy.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE ATTENDANCE POLICIES All students are expected to attend every scheduled class session. Attendance requirements and the impact of attendance on grading which are specified in the syllabus for each course are determined by the USCG and faculty members. Faculty are required to take attendance for all courses. The Student Handbook includes the attendance policy for students enrolled in the College of Maritime Science program. Because of the U.S. Coast Guard approval in lieu of sea time, maritime courses have strict unexcused absence policies. The Handbook addresses course make-ups, course withdrawals, final grades, make-up exams and late assignments. Attendance policies are also reiterated within each course. If a student misses a class with licensing requirements structured into the curriculum, the student must make arrangements with the instructor to make up the content form the missed class.

ABSENCE DUE TO RELIGIOUS BELIEFS Any NMI student who cannot attend class, take an exam, study or fulfill work requirements on a particular day due to his/her religious beliefs shall be excused from such obligations. The student must be provided with an opportunity to make up such exam(s), study or work requirements provided, however, such make-up exam(s) or work does not create an unreasonable burden upon the Institution. The student shall not be charged for such make-up opportunities, nor may he/she be subjected to adverse or prejudicial effects for availing him/herself of the provisions of Massachusetts State Law.

COURSE WITHDRAWAL A student may officially withdraw from a course by obtaining a “Change of Schedule” form from the Office of the Registrar and securing the signatures of his/her advisor and the course instructor. The student is responsible for submitting the completed form to the Office of the Registrar. Refer to the Academic calendar for specific dates to submit forms for withdrawal without a record and withdrawal with a grade of “W”. The date of a withdrawal will also affect refunds and possibly the student’s graduation date, scholarships and class year designation. A student may not withdraw from the same course more than once. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure all deadlines are met. An instructor and the CAO may initiate the withdrawal of a student from a course if the student is not meeting attendance requirements.

MEDICAL WITHDRAWAL A student may apply for a Medical Withdrawal through the Office of the Registrar as needed, but no later than 90 days after the end of the semester in which the medical issue occurred. Medical withdrawals apply only to the student with a documented medical issue. A student who must care for a relative must follow the standard withdrawal procedure through the Registrar. A medical withdrawal requires that the student submit original documentation signed by a medical or clinical professional on letterhead that states the student was unable to complete the semester. The documentation is kept in a confidential file. A memo will be sent to the Registrar, Financial Aid including Veteran’s Affairs (if applicable), and to the Bursar’s Office to notify them of the student’s withdrawal status. The student must satisfy any outstanding obligations with these departments. Medical Withdrawal Forms are available in the Office of the Registrar.

MILITARY LEAVE Massachusetts Public College’s and University’s policy on students who are called to active military duty is as follows (NMI adheres to this same policy) Students who are unable to complete a semester because they are called to active United States military duty shall, upon verification, be granted the option of a refund or credit of tuition and campus fees. With respect to any health insurance fee, the refund policy is subject to the concurrence of the institution’s insurance carrier. Any students

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE who have received any form of financial aid including a full or partial scholarship or student loan or who expect to receive such, should contact the financial aid office at their respective institution to make appropriate arrangements. Students shall receive non-punitive withdrawals in all courses from which they are required to withdraw. Student residing in residence halls shall receive refunds on a pro-rata basis for the remainder of the semester. Verification shall be provided by furnishing the Registrar with a copy of the Order to Active Duty within one week (7 days) of receipt of the Order. If the Order is not in writing, the student may sign an affidavit attesting to such order, which includes and address or telephone number where the institution can verify the Order and furnish the affidavit to the Registrar within one week (7days) of receipt of Order. The institution’s President may waive or suspend any institutional policy or regulation that negatively impacts a student in their withdrawal or subsequent re-admission to the institution due to a call to active duty. The institution, upon request of a student, should assist the student in filling mitigating circumstances forms with external state or federal agencies (for example, Veterans Affairs) in an attempt to prevent overpayment charges being made against the student. Any student required to withdraw due to being called to active duty shall be given priority enrollment in the program of his/her choice upon return to the institution for the two semester immediately following his/her discharge from active duty. Additional information may be found at www.mass.edu

WITHDRAWAL FROM THE COLLEGE A student may withdraw from the college for non-medical reasons. A completed Withdrawal Form, with required signatures, must be submitted to the Registrar’s Office by the last class day of the semester. No application for withdrawal will be accepted or processed after final exams have begun for the academic term. The student must satisfy any outstanding obligations with the Bursar’s Office. If the withdrawal is approved, a letter grade of “W” will be recorded for all courses taken during said semester. Withdrawal Forms are available in the Office of the Registrar.

AUDITING A COURSE A student may register for a course audit with the permission of the CAO and Registrar. No grade and co credit will be given. The Request to Audit Form is available at the Office of the Registrar. Attendance requirements for auditing students shall conform to the instructor’s policy for the class as a whole, unless other arrangements are made between the auditing student and the instructor. Participation in the course is by agreement between the student and the instructor. The student or the instructor has the choice to request the agreement be in writing. Upon satisfactory attendance and fulfillment of the agreement between the student and the instructor, a status of “AU” will be recorded; no credit will be awarded. A course taken for audit does not count towards a student’s full-time status. A prerequisite cannot be satisfied by an audit. An audit may affect a student’s status who is part of a cohort, and his/her graduation date. Students are required to pay full tuition and fees. Financial Aid does not cover the cost of audited classes.

TRANSFER CREDITS Transfer credits will be approved at the discretion of the Chief Academic Officer and Registrar with the advice of the appropriate instructor.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE ACADEMIC DISTINCTIONS Graduation Honors Students who demonstrate superior academic performance in earning their associate degree are recognized with honors at graduation. “High Honors” Awarded to students with a CGPA of 3.75 to 4.0

“Honors” Awarded to students with a CGPA of 3.50 to 3.74 inclusive

Captain Norman W. Lemley List (in lieu of Dean’s List) Students who demonstrate superior academic performance are named to the Captain Norman W. Lemley list at the end of each semester. Students are eligible for the Lemley List in any semester in which they successfully complete 15 or more semester hours of credit, with grades no lower than C and with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.00 or above, or complete 12-14 credit hours with grades no lower than C and with a CGPA of 3.20 or above and have completed the required community service hours. Non-degree course credit, such as developmental education credits, will not be calculated in determining total semester hour credit for Captain Norman W. Lemley list eligibility. A student with a grade below a C and/or who has received an Incomplete in any course in not eligible for the Lemley List in that semester. *credit count for graduation is based on credits taken at Northeast Maritime Institute for courses graded A through D- and P.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE STUDENT SERVICES “Success increases dramatically when students are taught holistically.” This is the guiding principal for the development of all Student Affairs programs and Support Services at NMI. Born from constant and open communication among the faculty, student services officers, and COA regarding student status, systems to support academic success, personal growth, and professional awareness are established and adjusted as needed.

Student Success Mandatory Study Hall (MSH) sessions with incentives  All students are assigned to mandatory study halls, with the required number of which diminish with each successive semester.  Students are assessed immediately following mid-terms and can earn the right to be released from some or all MSH.  Students who have below 80% at the mid-year mark in some or all classes meet with Student Services Officers and will either maintain their mandatory study schedule or be assigned new study hall schedules which will include increased number of study sessions, some with more focused, tutor directed guidance.  Small group or individual tutoring is offered by instructors, academic support officers, or peers. Prioritized Attendance  100% attendance in all classes is expected and closely monitored.  Wednesday Night Sessions (WNS) provide a small group setting for all unexcused class absences to make-up, review, or reinforce classroom assignments.  Excused absences are made-up at the direction of the instructors. Class Size  Classes are capped at sixteen students per class to allow instructors to work closely with each student  Support Services Officers hold small group meetings to promote development of long-term and short-term goals, to offer guidance to meet those goals, and to encourage students to stay in the course or identify when modification of course or goal is necessary. Writing Lab  Writing lab provides students with assistance on writing assignments. Staff members offer guidance with identifying topics, developing structure, and fine tuning mechanics. The Joshua Slocum Library  The Joshua Slocum Library is located in the 32 Washington Street facility. Study areas and computers with internet access are available for students to research, study, and collaborate and are located in each building on the campus.  A librarian is available to assist students and to offer guidance on research projects. SAILS Network access  Students enrolled at NMI have access to the Millicent Library, an historical public library of Fairhaven, at 45 Center Street, a short distance from the main buildings. As NMI students, they are entitled to a membership card, allowing them to use the library’s shared automation Library Network called SAILS, providing access to 65 other libraries within the SAILS Network. Study Center  NMI provides a unique study center which houses the Nautical Science instructors’ offices, the 25

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE tutor’s office, and the writing center. By grouping these essential academic resources under one roof, students have easy access to help during the week.

Student Advising Student advising includes members of the Student Affairs Office, Registrar’s Office, and faculty; the Director of Nautical Science; and the CAO.  There is a skills class offered once per week for students who are in their first semester at NMI. This class covers topics such as notetaking, telephone etiquette, budgeting, idea presentation; all of which are designed to improve academic, social, and professional performance. Morning meetings are held every weekday throughout the semester.  The purpose is to model and improve communication, maintain student focus, take attendance, improve morale, and interpret the daily weather.  Morning meetings also serve to foster and reinforce a sense of belonging and community. There is dedicated, regular communication among faculty, CAO, and Support Services to discuss and address the needs and successes of students. Student advising focuses on physical and emotional health and is supported by faculty. Student advising offers assistance in finding counselors, doctors, urgent care centers, health clinics, financial assistance. Student advising encourages positive relationships with community leaders and members demonstrated and encouraged.

Career Counseling and Placement Students benefit daily from Nautical Science faculty who are all licensed mariners with extensive and varied sailing experience. Students are assisted with all licensing paperwork, sea documentation, physical examination forms, Merchant Mariner’s Credential from our Registrar and qualified Student Services Officers.  Students can ask our Registrar to communicate with USCG National Maritime Center on their behalf when issues arise.  The Registrar maintains a copy of the student’s license.  NMI offers verification of a student’s enrollment in NMI’s random drug testing program.  Transportation to registration and licensing appointments is provided to students in need. Internships are required and arranged by NMI.  Internships provide an opportunity for experiential learning and the development of required competencies.  Students engage in the practical application of knowledge gained in their NMI classrooms.  The Summer Semester at Sea is designed to provide required sea time to meet regulatory requirements of the United States Coast Guard and/or the Commonwealth of Dominica Maritime Administration.  Internship placement represents a collaborative effort with input from student, faculty, administration, and the COA. Students are encouraged to research the different parts of the industry by reviewing shipping companies, their services, fleets and operating areas to appreciate the range of opportunities prior to their summer internship assignment. Assessing companies is yet another opportunity for growth as it serves as an introduction to the process of applying for a full-time job after graduation.  Students are assigned each summer to vessels that comply with the required tonnage for their prospective licenses and certificates of competence. Company agreements are facilitated by NMI’s Student Services and Support Office, ensuring that each company carries out the 26

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responsibilities of directing each student for his/her watchkeeping duties and job-skill training in accordance with each respective Summer Semester at Sea. Most often, NMI students are hired as deckhands, not as cadets, so they are receiving pay and are treated as members of the crew, facilitating a more realistic introduction to both social and professional expectations as a crew member. NMI facilitates travel to internship when necessary.

Professional résumé writing seminars  Students practice and receive feedback on a variety of cover letter styles.  Students may experience mock interview sessions with standard industry interview questions discussed  Nautical Science Director provides brainstorming prompts to prepare students for Summer at Sea and to heighten understanding of both the process and industry hiring methods. This exercise also models the internal questioning required to prepare for any new event in life.  Professional imaging is discussed and encouraged. Career Placement, a priority at NMI and the culmination of education, mentoring, and practical application  NMI piques students’ interest in possible careers by hosting a variety of presentations by industry leaders and representatives.  NMI fosters industry connections for students by tapping into the professional networks of instructors, administration, continuing education and re-licensure students, staff, and alumni.  Students have the option to become propeller club members during their time as students. Membership dues and expenses are assumed by NMI.  Internships play a key role in job placement. Students frequently are offered immediate employment from companies who hire our students as interns. NMI maintains a current job board in their main building and online.

DIASABILITY RESOURCES Northeast Maritime Institute is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. The Student Disability Coordinator works in collaboration with faculty and other campus departments to provide support for all students with disabilities and to ensure equal access to all of NMI’s programs. This coordination complies with the mandates of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the ADA Amendments. For questions or concerns about documentation guidelines or the accommodations process please contact the Student Disability Coordinator at 508-992-4025 ext. 317

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE CAMPUS Washington Street The Washington Street Annex is Northeast Maritime Institute’s primary building hosting administrative offices that include the Office of the President and Chief Operating Officer, the Chief Academic Officer’s Office, the Dean of Student’s Office, The Admission’s Office and the Registrar’s Office. The Washington Street Annex also host’s the Joshua Slocum Library that includes rare books collected for over fifty years by members of the Joshua Slocum International Society as well as rare manuscripts, legal texts and over 3,000 maritime specific books and reference materials. The Slocum Library also hosts modern reference tools and computers for access to all electronic information. It also hosts the nation’s most advanced ship simulation center using the most modern software to drive a total of eight separate simulators and two large classrooms for large and diverse cohorts.

Integrity Hall Integrity Hall, named after the most important and relevant tenet of NMI’s “Three Tenets of Success” host modern classrooms, a naval architecture drafting classroom, a physics laboratory, an ocean science wet lab and a large lecture hall. Integrity Hall has been instrumental in providing a central location for NMI’s campus in the center of Fairhaven and a solid environment for institutional learning for our students.

Lemley Hall Lemley Hall, named and dedicated to Captain Norman W. Lemley, the pioneer in United States maritime safety, security and environmental protection policy hosts NMI Life Safety labs and classrooms and is also NMI’s main building to host Continuing Education classes for professional mariners. It hosts an extensive marlin spike seamanship laboratory that teaches both old world marlinspike seamanship techniques along with modern techniques.

Brigantine Hall Brigantine Hall, the name attributed to the Institute’s Brigantine S/V Fritha is the host facility to student services and recreation. Brigantine Hall provides lots of quiet space for tutoring and student support services such as one on one professional guidance, career counseling and just a place to talk to someone in a time of need. Brigantine Hall hosts the offices for all Nautical Science faculty and facilitates a comfortable environment for faculty and students to connect in a relaxed environment. The basement of Brigantine Hall hosts a cooking classroom, a game room with ping pong, table top shuffle board (it’s more fun than you realize) and a pool table. We have a movie room and lounge and a dart room as well for dart tournaments in the traditional British sense.

Marina at Slocum Cove The Marina at Slocum Cove was named after the legendary tall ship captain, Joshua Slocum, who was the first individual to circumnavigate the world alone on a solo voyage that left within one hundred meters from the marina, in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. This waterfront facility will host all NMI vessels for training, a boat house, working labs, classrooms and will host NMI’s competitive collegiate sailing team.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE THE FLEET Sailing Vessel Fritha Launched in 1986 in New Zealand and named for the heroine in Paul Gallico’s book, The Snow Goose, the brigantine Fritha was built by traditional methods to unparalleled standards of excellence in materials and craftsmanship. The Fritha is made of New Zealand kauri wood, is 74’ LOA with a 15’ breadth and is traditionally rigged as a brigantine. Students learn how to both sail Fritha and manage her in their Sail and Advanced Sail Classes, respectively. Fritha’s home waters of Southern New England offer some of the most beautiful scenery and best sailing in the world. Interesting ports or anchorages such as Buzzard’s Bay, the Elizabeth Islands, Vineyard Sound, Nantucket Sound and more are only a few hours’ sail from Fritha’s home port of Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Of course, we can arrange for Fritha to meet you in places outside of her home waters as well. Fritha then moves south to her adopted winter home of Beaufort, NC where she has extensive maintenance and repair conducted to ensure that she is ready as Northeast Maritime Institute’s vessel ambassador visiting ports and introducing NMI and the College of Maritime Science to people throughout the east coast.

Motor Vessel Navigator Navigator is a Breaux Bay Craft hull number 1554, a 65x18 aluminum passenger vessel with a 3’11” draft serves as viable training platform for NMI College of Maritime Science students. The vessel was built in 1982 and transformed into a pleasure craft in the early 2000’s. Navigator has twin 400 HP 1015 Deutz Diesels with an operating speed of 10 knots and topping out at 23 knots. It has recently received a complete navigational bridge renovation by NMI students and faculty. Navigator is used as a hands on training platform operating out of NMI’s waterfront marina and educational facilities at the Marina at Slocum Cove on the Fairhaven/New Bedford Harbor. Students learn mooring and anchoring procedures, line handling, ship handling, navigation and bridge team management using Navigator as a true work boat operation. Navigator operates within the harbor and in Buzzards Bay conducting drills and assessments.

Motor Launch Kehoe The Motor Whaleboat Kehoe is a 26 foot fiberglass motor whaleboat launch built for the US Navy in 1987. It served aboard the USS Austin (LPD-4) from 1987 to 2006. Upon decommissioning in 2006 it was sold to a civilian harbor launch operator in Connecticut. NMI acquired the M/L Kehoe in the summer of 2018 and named it in honor of BMCS Jules Kehoe USCG ret. a nautical science instructor at the College of Maritime Science. It is used today to train student mariners in small vessel handling and operations out of NMI’s waterfront marina and educational facilities at the Marina at Slocum Cove on the Fairhaven/New Bedford Harbor.

Gravity Davit Lifeboat Launch Our 30 foot Gravity Davit Launch is a fiber glass open motor lifeboat that operates out of New Bedford harbor. The lifeboat launch is used to certify merchant mariners in both the traditional Lifeboatman certifications requirements for United States Merchant Mariners as well as it is in full compliance with the International Convention on Standards of Training and Certification for Watchkeepers and Seafarers, 1978, as amended. Students discover the practices of safely launching and retrieving the lifeboat through several days of consistent practices.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE STUDENT LIFE The Associate in Applied Science in Nautical Science (AASNS) degree program is delivered as a cohort style of education. Cohorts are developed as a group of students that are treated as a single unit or ship’s crew – all responsible for the success of one another and their operational mission. The AASNS degree program was created to foster the philosophy that an intimate educational experience nurtures not only the individual, but also the cohort. The program is also designed where faculty and students alike shall be both learners and students togetheralways striving to become the very “best of the best” mariners possible. The students will be transformed into a cohesive group, while developing individual skills necessary to enter the maritime industry. They will be able to safely and efficiently manage, maintain adapt and operate within the current and future needs of the maritime industry. Each group of students going through this program will become a family unit. They will study together, grow together, learn from one another, and establish a group identity together that will last a lifetime and will become the basis for professional networking well after graduation. Outside of our cohorts, our students also become a single unit as a school. Students are responsible for the upkeep of facilities, shoveling sidewalks, engaging in community service and truly becoming part of the fabric of the local community. Student life also expands towards creating community dinners, events such as kickball tournaments, volleyball games, basketball and even burger night with the President.

STANDARDS AND PRINCIPLES OF CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOR (STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT) The NMI community expects all its members to promote the values of honesty, integrity, hard work, compassion, responsibility, and respect for learning. Behaviors or actions which damage morale, disrupt the learning process, or challenge the school’s motto, “Honor the Mariner,” are not acceptable. Any behavior that negatively impacts any other student’s experience in the classroom, the facilities, or on the water is unacceptable. At no time shall a student’s behavior, language, or actions harm, diminish, or infringe on another student’s experience. The purpose of consequences for violations of NMI’s Code of Conduct is to educate the individual who violates these standards and to reinforce expectations for the entire NMI community. Membership in NMI’s community is voluntary and predicated upon the agreement to abide by our shared standards and values. NMI is located in the heart of the town of Fairhaven, and its students are expected to represent the school in a way that honors the traditions of the town and community. All students are required to abide by the standards of ethical behavior and principles of conduct as set forth by NMI. Personal conduct on and off campus is governed by these policies and principles. Our Code of Conduct states that students will not lie, cheat, or steal. Academic honesty is expected at all times. Cheating includes plagiarism, unauthorized use of notes, submitting another’s work as one’s own, or copying work from another student without permission of the instructor.

HONESTY AND INTEGRITY-PERSONAL AND ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Integrity is valued in all aspects of NMI school life. The following behaviors represent serious violations of personal and/or academic integrity: lying, forging a signature, inaccurately reporting one’s location, or claiming to have submitted an assignment without doing so. When a student places his or her name on an assignment (e.g., homework, lab report, essay, project, test, quiz, or examination), it is assurance that the work is the result of the student’s own thoughts and labors, unless the student specifically acknowledges the use of outside sources or assistance. When a teacher requires or permits collaboration on an assignment, the fact and nature of the collaboration must be clearly indicated by the student.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE ACADEMIC DISHONESTY Academic dishonesty normally falls into one of two categories, cheating or plagiarism. Cheating is giving or receiving help in any form on a test, exam, or assignment for which the teacher has not specifically permitted collaboration. Plagiarism is presenting the work, words, or ideas of another as one’s own. Cheating is not limited to copying homework or test answers. If students in more than one section of a course are given the same quiz or test, passing information about test questions or items is also cheating. Collaboration on homework to be handed in for credit without the explicit consent of the instructor will be considered cheating. Plagiarism is not limited to copying whole entries from an encyclopedia or other published sources, including the internet. Quoting another person’s words, paraphrasing their ideas, or using their ideas without footnoting and/or using quotation marks or without specific written acknowledgment are all forms of plagiarism. In the absence of proper citation, a student declares that everything in a piece is his or her own. While intentional plagiarism is the more serious of the two, unintentional plagiarism is also unacceptable. It is the student’s responsibility to avoid any unattributed use of another writer’s language or ideas. When using computers, students may not assist others with academic assignments for credit unless such collaboration is permitted. Dishonest assistance includes typing another student’s work and creating graphics. Providing technical assistance, such as showing how to operate the scanner, is permissible as long as the content and expression of information is not abridged. Information, including images, downloaded from databases or websites, etc., must be correctly and completely documented with footnote and bibliographic citations. Failure to do so is plagiarism. The use of online or electronic translation services similarly will be considered plagiarism.

HAZING Hazing is strictly prohibited. Hazing is any conduct or method of initiation into any student organization, whether on or off campus, which willfully or recklessly endangers the physical or mental health of any student or other person or behavior that is intended, or should reasonably be expected, to have the effect of humiliating, intimidating, or demeaning the student. Hazing also includes soliciting, directing, aiding, or otherwise participating actively or passively in such acts.

MAINTENANCE We at NMI take pride in our school, our surroundings, and our community. As a result, we require students to maintain their school as they would maintain a ship, for this is an integral aspect to an early maritime career. Students are required to take part in NMI’s Student Responsibilities Program and will be placed in small teams with their colleagues at the beginning of each semester. Each team of students will monitor, clean, and maintain their assigned facilities at NMI, and completing these tasks will improve individual and group success as well as foster leadership, communication, and responsibility. Each student will report to his or her assigned building at 1630 each weekday and check in with the Person in Charge (PIC) at the building. If a student is unable to complete his or her work in any given week, he or she must meet with the PIC and the Director of the Nautical Science Department to discuss the circumstances. Any student not completing the requirements of the Student Responsibilities Policy may request an extension to complete the necessary work by submitting a letter to the Director of Nautical Science Department explaining the circumstances and reasons for requesting an extension. The Director of Nautical Science Department is authorized to approve reasonable requests for extension, and in rare, extreme circumstances, may waive a student from the requirements of the Student Responsibilities Policy.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE In the event a student fails to fulfill his or her duties under the Student Responsibilities Policy, he or she will be notified in writing by the Registrar’s office with a copy sent to the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) and the Dean of Students (DOS). The student will have 5 days to make up his or her duties. If he or she fails to make up his or her duties in the allotted time, the Registrar’s office will again notify the student and the DOS will reach out to the student in writing to set up a meeting, and the violation of this policy will be treated as a violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Sanctions for a violation of the Student Responsibilities Policy may include an increase of up to two times the necessary community service hours to meet the graduation requirement.

DRESS CODE Our students represent the College in the community; therefore, clean, neat clothing and tidy appearance are the general expectations of all students at NMI. Clothing: Students shall wear school polos or school button down oxford shirts which must be tucked in and paired with khakis and a black or brown belt. In cooler weather, students may wear a navy, gray, brown, or black sweatshirt or sweater with their school shirts. On occasion, students shall be required to wear more formal attire which would include a combination of the following: jacket/blazer, tie, shirt, skirt, pants, or dress. Garments must not have designs that promote alcohol, drugs, or gangs, nor should any clothing designs denigrate others. Shoes: A student must wear closed toe shoes, and if they have laces, they must be tied. Hair: All students at NMI must always keep their hair clean and professional in appearance. To achieve this goal, each student’s hair must be a natural color and cannot fall over the ear or below the collar. Ponytails are not permitted. Facial hair: Students must be clean shaven until the completion of the Fire Academy course. After successfully completing the Fire Academy course, the standard for facial hair is finely groomed to be no longer than an inch at the base. NOTE: Some companies may require students to remain clean shave for the duration of an internship, and some companies will require all tattoos to be fully covered by required garments. Weight: All students must maintain the USCG standards regarding weight. Piercings: Ear piercings must be studs and any other piercings must not be visible. Headgear: Hats or covers cannot be worn indoors. Headphones cannot be worn as a fashion accessory. NOTE: Clothing, jewelry, piercings, and hairstyles which are distracting to college staff, faculty, or administration create an unprofessional image and shall not be tolerated on campus or at school related activities. Students may be dismissed from any classroom or experiential activity for violation of the dress code. Any student who violates any part of the student dress code will be penalized with an unexcused absence from any class in which they have breached the dress code. The student is expected to correct the dress code violation immediately in between classes to avoid being penalized with additional unexcused absences for other classes. If a student arrives at Morning Meeting inappropriately dressed for the day, he or she will be instructed to correct the issue. If a student arrives at Morning Meeting in violation of the dress code a second time, then the student will be required to attend a Wednesday Night Session.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE HEALTH SERVICES Northeast Maritime Institute is located 2.5 miles from the Southcoast Urgent Care Center and 3.1 miles from St. Luke’s Hospital. Information is available at the Office of the Registrar for local health care providers including insurance providers for students seeking coverage.

STUDENT CHEMICAL TESTING POLICY It is the policy of NMI to establish and maintain an environment free from the adverse effects of alcohol and substance abuse. The College will annually notify and inform all students of its drug and alcohol program. NMI’s Code of Conduct requires all students to refrain from using illegal drugs and abusing alcohol and/or prescription drugs. To combat the misuse and abuse of alcohol and other chemical substances, all students must abide by this policy. The College will conduct drug and alcohol testing in compliance with applicable State and Federal laws. The College will conduct mandatory drug testing as required under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Transportation for cadets and crewmembers: “Students with a confirmed positive tests results shall be subject to automatic dismissal from their academic program and may also be required to participate in a chemical user evaluation or rehabilitation program at his or her expense. If a student contests the positive test result and has requested a split sample testing referred to in paragraph (h) above, the student may remain in his or her academic program, subject to removal of safety sensitive duties, until the results of the split sample testing has been received.” The names of five students will be drawn at random at least once per month, and NMI is required to submit the positive results to the USCG. More information pertaining to this policy can be located in the NMI Student Handbook.

PRESCRIPTION DRUGS The misuse of prescription drugs is a serious problem on college campuses. For this reason, it is a violation of conduct rules for a student to be in possession of another person’s prescription medication or for a student to give or share his prescription medications with others. Sanctions will be assessed based on the behavior in question and can include a fine, disciplinary probation, drug education, and/or referral for evaluation, counseling, or mentoring.

ALCOHOL POLICY Consumption of alcoholic beverages on the grounds of the campus or campus-related facilities is prohibited. Individuals who appear intoxicated, i.e., needing assistance to walk, speaking incoherently, emitting a strong odor of alcohol, or vomiting, will not be admitted to campus events. Moreover, individuals demonstrating such behavior while attending any registered social function will be promptly removed.

CONFIDENTIALITY AND RIGHT TO PRIVACY Professional standards of confidentiality are maintained by all staff members. By Federal and Massachusetts law, information cannot be disclosed, even to parents of students over the age of 18, without written permission from the student. A student’s Right to Privacy is of the utmost importance at Northeast Maritime Institute. The College follows the requirements set forth by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Details can be found in the NMI Student Handbook.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE CAMPUS SAFETY In accordance with the Student Right to Know Act (Title 1 of Public Law 101-542), a Town Safety Report is available upon request from the Town of Fairhaven Police Department, and a Campus Security Report will be available at the Office of the Registrar.

PARKING REGULATIONS Northeast Maritime Students who wish to utilize off street parking lots must register their vehicle with the Admissions Office. Registered vehicles must display the required NMI Parking Sticker on the back window of the vehicle in order to prevent being towed at the ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expense.

PERSONAL PROPERTY Northeast Maritime Institute cannot assume responsibility for loss or damage to personal property through fire, theft, or other causes. Students desiring such protection should purchase the appropriate insurance policy from a private vendor of choice.

STUDENT CLUBS, ATHLETICS & ORGANIZATION Student Government Association All NMI students belong to the student government which aims to foster self-government among its members and promote activities for NMI students. The NMI Student Government Officers include President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Each cohort also elects two student representatives who organizes activities and serves jointly as general assembly for the Student Government Association.

Propeller Club-Student Chapter The NMI Propeller Club is chartered by the Narragansett Propeller Club and is intended to introduce students to the nature of the industry.

Sailing The NMI sailing team is a student-led organization that promotes racing at all levels with the goal of preparing athletes to compete at the college level and beyond. The team is currently a club team that practices on the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s E420s. Next Fall, the team will become a sanctioned member of the Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association (ICSA) and begin competing in collegiate level regattas throughout the Northeast.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE TECHNOLOGY AND LIBRARY SERVICES The Joshua Slocum Library The Joshua Slocum Library in located in the Washington Street building. Study areas and computers with internet access are available. The Library provides and area for discussions, research, reference assistance, and communal activity. Peripheral resources to the required texts are available for all coursework to promote a well-rounded understanding of all subject matter.

Hours The Joshua Slocum library is open to students Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Simulation Technology Northeast Maritime Institute – College of Maritime Science hosts one of the most technologically advanced simulators in the United States. We are proud to house two Full-Bridge Simulators, a Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator, and six RADAR/ARPA/ECDIS Part-Task Simulators at our Fairhaven, MA campus. With our state-of-the-art simulation centers, NMI provides hands-on practical experiences to students which are unlike that of any training center in the United States, combining our simulation experience and then transferring their knowledge to real world applications using our training vessels.

Ship Handling The two Full Bridge Simulators provide state-of-the-art navigation and full-mission simulation with a 240° and 320° degree horizontal field of view, with our Full Mission Tug Simulator providing 110° of vertical views to oversee deck operations as well as ensuring that navigational situation awareness id realized. Our simulators enable our students to be fully immersed in a virtual environment increasing training realism and redundancy of problems to ensure that they are field ready upon graduation. Our simulators can be fully integrated with the tugboat simulator and large ship simulator interfacing between each other as well as with our six additional Part Task.

Liquid Cargo Handling Our Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator is designed to train and certify crew members of liquid cargo tankers, gas carriers, barges and terminals and it is used to train other staff responsible for safe cargo handling and the operation of auxiliary equipment. The Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator provides capacity to both train and certify our students to realize Tankerman Familiarization certification and Tankerman Person in Charge certification.

Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems and Electronic Navigation Our ECDIS, RADAR, ARPA and navigation lab is a computer-based navigation system compliant with International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations and teaches students modern techniques using electronic charts that can be used as an alternative to paper nautical charts. The lab consists of six student stations, with each station being itself a stand-alone full mission simulator.

Tugboat Operations The Tug and Barge Operations Simulator provides students with the best of tools for both ship assist training tasks and professional training in tug and barge operations. Our scenarios include simulation training in mooring operations (ship-to-ship and ship-to-pier), anchoring operations, and tug operations in automatic and manual mode. Our tug simulator provides training for Apprentice Mate, Mate and Master training for Towing Operators as well.

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE FACULTY Northeast Maritime Institute has a faculty of highly qualified instructors with extensive maritime industry experience and knowledge who can teach to all types of leaners and learning styles. They include retired U.S. Coast Guard Captains, United States Naval Officers, United States Merchant Marine Officers, industry experts, and other retired military. With the addition of our general education faculty, NMI ensures the skills learned in the courses are integrated to create a whole student. The NMI Faculty are hand chosen to ensure the ethical and educational mission of our institution continues to provide students the knowledge and understanding they will need to be productive mariners in the industry.

NAUTICAL SCIENCE FACULTY Thomas Sullivan Director of Nautical Science tsullivan@northeastmaritime.com

Rachel Perron Nautical Science Instructor rperron@northeastmartime.com

Denise Meagher Nautical Science Instructor demeagher@northeastmaritime.com

Justin Runey Nautical Science Adjunct Instructor jruney@northeastmaritime.com

George Barlow Adjunct Instructor gbarlow@northeastmariitme.com

GENERAL EDUCATION FACULTY Dave Medeiros Summer at Sea-Instructor dmedeiros@northeastmaritime.com

Nichole Charbonneau English Adjunct Faculty ncharbonneau@northeastmaritime.com

Eileen Diggle Math-Adjunct Faculty ediggle@northeastmaritime.com

Michael Roy History & Psychology Adjunct Faculty mroy@northeastmaritime.com

Dr. Trine Erichsen Ph.D. Sociology Adjunct Faculty terichsen@northeastmaritime.com

Dr. Steven Baden Ph.D. History & Government Adjunct Faculty sbaden@northeastmaitime.com

Dr. Christian Petitpas Ph.D. Oceanography Adjunct Faculty cpetitpas@northeastmaritime.com

George Crook Physics Adjunct Faculty gcrook@northeastmaritime.com

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE ADMINISTRATION & STAFF LIBRARY & STUDENT SERVICES Joann McQuilkin Librarian jmcquilkin@northeastmaritime.com

Pamela Mello Student Support Coordinator pmello@northeastmaritime.com

Dave Medeiros Student Support Specialists dmedeiros@northeastmaritime.com

OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS Valerie Stewart Registrar vstewart@northeastmaritime.com

Pamela Tchorz Admissions Officer ptchorz@northeastmaritime.com

Beverly Rasmussen Assistant to the Registrar beverly@northeastmariitme.com

ACCOUNTING Marybeth Starrett mstarrett@northeastmaritime.com

OFFICE OF MULTIMEDIA DEVELOPMENT Larry Soares Director of Multimedia Development lsoares@northeastmaritime.com

Akhill Shetty Software Engineer ashetty@northeastmaritime.com

Maki Shimoyama Multimedia Developer mshimoyama@northeastmaritime.com

Molly Staples Multimedia Developer mstaples@northeastmaritime.com

ADMINISTRATION Eric R. Dawicki President presidentsoffice@northeastmaritime.com

Heather Correia Chief Operating Officer hcorreia@northeastmaritime.com

Angela Dawicki Chief Academic Officer angela@northeastmaritime.com

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Dr. Vincent W. Patton, USCG (RE)-Chairperson Wende Weinstein-Vice Chairperson Gwendolyn Sykes-Treasurer Eric R. Dawicki Angela M. Dawicki Heather Correia Dr. Carolee Matsumoto Dr. D. Stephen White Captain David Wood, USCG (RET) James Mathieu Morgan Dawicki Jane Rasmussen

BOARD OF ADMISSIONS Angela Dawicki

Wende Weinstein

Valerie Stewart

Molly Staples

Kyle Racine

Pamela Mello

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2019-2020 Fall Semester July 29 August 29 & August 30 September 2 September 3 September 3 September 10 September 14 September 17 September 24 October 14 October 21-25 November 11 November 27-29 December 2 December 6 December 9-11 December 12, 13, 16-18 December 20

Registered Students Tuition & Fees due New Student Orientation Labor Day-College Closed Classes Begin Last day to drop for 100% refund less $500.00 deposit Last day to drop for 75% refund Graduation Last day to drop for 50% refund Last day to drop for 25% refund Columbus Day-College Closed Mid-term Exam Period Veteran’s Day-College Closed Thanksgiving Recess Registered Students Tuition and Fees Due for Spring 2020 Classes End Study Period Final Exam Period Grades due to Registrar by 5p.m.

SPRING SEMESTER December 2 January 9-10 January 13 January 13 January 20 January 20 January 27 February 3 February 17 March 2-6 March 9-13 May 1 May 4-6 May 7, 8, 11-13 May 15

Registered Students Tuition and Fees due New Student Orientation Classes Begin Last day to drop for 100% refund less $500 deposit Last day to drop for 75% refund Martin Luther King Jr. Day-College Closed Last day to drop for 50% refund Last day to drop for 25% refund President’s Day-College Closed Mid-term Exam Period Spring Recess Classes End Study Period Final Exam Period Grades due to Registrar by 5p.m.

Note: The College reserves the right to make changes in the published academic calendars. Students and staff will be notified if changes must occur. The above dates represent a traditional semester. It is the responsibility of the student, should it apply, to be aware of any special “due” dates associated with those courses which do not fit into the traditional semester (i.e. late starting courses)

NORTHEAST MARITIME INSTITUTE STUDENT CONSUMER INFORMATION DISCLOSURES Northeast Maritime Institute is a for-profit educational institution approved by the Department of Higher Education of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and authorized to grant the degree of Associate in Applied Science in Nautical Science. Northeast Maritime Institute has no existing agreement with employers to provide jobs to students and does not guarantee employment. Many of the job listings provided by Northeast Maritime Institute are compiled from public sources. The school may also receive direct requests from employers or referrals for job listings from graduates working in the field, instructors, staff members, extern providers, etc. Northeast Maritime Institute is an open admissions school and admits all students who meet the admission criteria as set forth in the catalog. The certificate or degree that you obtain from Northeast Maritime Institute upon graduation is not the same as a licensure or certification for employment. Which may be required for some occupations, employers, or states. The cost of any examination for licensure or certification is not included in the tuition cost of the program and is only included in the total program cost if it is specifically itemized on your enrollment agreement.