Summer 2019 Lineworker Registration Guide by Bismarck State College

Welcome to Bismarck State College This registration guide will assist you with your transition to BSC. It is divided into four sections:

Prepare for Registration

Resource Day

To Get Startedâ&#x20AC;Ś Grab the checklist provided in your registration folder. Mark each item off when completed.

Need help? Look for the . It will link to detailed help sheets or video tutorials.

Prepare for Registration Apply for Summer Financial Aid ACTION ITEMS If you have not completed the FAFSA 2018-2019, complete action items 1-4 If you have completed the FAFSA 2018-2019, complete action items 3 and 4. 1. Create a FSA ID.  Go to fsaid.ed.gov  Both student and parent need to create a username and password 2. Complete FAFSA 2018-2019 (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  Go to fafsa.ed.gov 3. Complete the Summer Aid Request. 4. Watch for communications posted to your CampusConnection and BSC campus email. Financial Aid helps students and their families secure the resources necessary to fund a BSC education. Many types of aid are available through federal and state programs and through BSC. Be aware of the individual deadlines for any institutional, state, and/or outside scholarships. Federal Financial Aid is available for summer semester if you plan to be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits) and have remaining aid that was NOT used during the fall 2018 and spring 2019 semesters.

Federal Student Aid website (Create FSA ID)

FAFSA website

FAFSA website – Get Started

Prepare for Registration Apply for Fall Financial Aid ACTION ITEMS 1. Complete FAFSA 2019-2020 (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  Go to fafsa.ed.gov 2. Watch for communications posted to your CampusConnection and BSC campus email.

FAFSA website

FAFSA website – Get Started

Prepare for Registration Claim your NDUS Account ID and Password ACTION ITEMS 1. If you have not already done so, claim your NDUS account. Claim an NDUS Account What is My EMPLID? 2. Already claimed your account but forgot your account ID or password? I Forgot My NDUS Account ID I Forgot My NDUS Account Password

You will need an NDUS account ID and password to log in to CampusConnection in order to register for classes, accept or decline aid, and pay tuition. You must go through a process called “Claim an NDUS Account”.  

This process will require you to: Enter your date of birth Enter your EMPLID

NDUS Account

Prepare for Registration Log in to CampusConnection ACTION ITEM 1. Log in to CampusConnection. Using your NDUS account ID and password, log in to CampusConnection, your one-stop shop for all student transactions. CampusConnection allows you to:  Register (add/drop) for classes  Accept/Decline financial aid  Pay tuition/fees  Search open and closed class sections  View academic advisor  View/Print class schedule  View grades  View unofficial transcripts  Order official transcripts  Manage your bio-demographic information

Bismarck State College homepage

CampusConnection log in screen

Prepare for Registration Apply for Summer Housing ACTION ITEMS 1. Apply for Summer On-Campus Housing.  Be prepared to pay $25 application fee via debit or credit card. 2. Contact Student & Residence Life (701-224-5464) to set up a meal plan. 3. Watch for communications via mail regarding housing regulations. Housing and meal plans are available for students. Those who wish to stay in the Residence Halls and apply for a meal plan must fill out the online Residence Hall application.

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Click “Self Service” Click “On-Campus Housing” Click “Continue” Click “Bismarck State College” Click “Continue” Sign in with your CampusConnection User & Password Click “Applications/Contracts” Choose appropriate Lineworker application. Pay $25 application fee via debit or credit card. Complete the application

CampusConnection On-Campus Housing

Prepare for Registration Apply for Fall Housing ACTION ITEM 1. Apply for Fall Housing. You will need to complete the Fall Housing application if you plan on living in the residence halls during the fall and spring semesters. The term of the contract is August 25, 2019 to May 10, 2020.

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CampusConnection On-Campus Housing

Prepare for Registration View your Holds, To Do List, and Communications ACTION ITEMS View and Resolve: 1. CampusConnection To Do List. 2. CampusConnection Holds. 3. CampusConnection Student Communications. Outstanding Holds and To Do’s listed on your CampusConnection Student Center could prevent you from registering for classes. Some holds are for information only. Communications are time sensitive materials from Financial Aid or Academic Records. These communications may require your immediate attention and others are for information only. Holds, To Do’s, and Communications may be applied by any North Dakota University System institution you have attended.

On your Student Center in CampusConnection:   

Select “details” to view who applied the hold. Select “more” to view what to do items should be completed. Select “details” to view your Student Communications.

Note: Some holds and to do’s prevent you from enrolling in classes. Click on the hold item and read the instructions to ensure that the hold will not prevent you from enrolling in classes.

CampusConnection Student Center

Prepare for Registration Accept Financial Obligation Agreement ACTION ITEMS 1. Review the Summer Financial Obligation Agreement. 2. Accept the terms of the agreement. This agreement is listed as a hold on your CampusConnection. It is an understanding of the legal obligation to pay charges assessed to your Student Account. You will not be able to register for summer classes until this hold is accepted. To remove the hold, you will need to read and agree to the terms.

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CampusConnection Student Center

Under Finances > click “Financial Obligation Agreement” Select institution: Bismarck State College. Select effective term: 2019 Summer Click “Submit” After reading the terms, click “Accept” Click “OK” to return to Student Center.

2017 2019 SUMMER Financial Obligation Agreement

Registration Review Degree Requirements Summer Requirements The Lineworker program degree requirements for summer are the following: LNWK 100 – Introduction to Climbing Techniques – 3 credits – 06/10/19 – 06/30/19 This course is designed for students to learn basic climbing techniques required to be a lineworker. LNWK 110 – Equipment Operations – 3 credits – 06/10/19 – 06/30/19 A mix of classroom training and outdoor lab work studying and applying the safe and efficient operation of digger derricks, skid steer loaders, backhoes, and trenchers. LNWK 104 – Introduction to Truck Driving Techniques – 1 credit – 06/10/19 – 07/21/19 This online course is designed to give Lineworker students instruction on specific truck driving information. This information will help prepare students to gain the North Dakota Department of Transportation Commercial Driver’s License Permit, as well as preparation for simulator training, behind the wheel training, pre-trip, and practical examination. **Due to the nature of this course (online) we encourage you to bring your laptop. CDL Requirement A portion of your degree requirement is successfully completing the CDL training. Students who have a CDL will meet this requirement using the prior learning process. The Alternative Learning Coordinator will be at the Lineworker facility in Mandan, the first week of classes in August, assisting these students with the appropriate paperwork. The recording fee for industry training is ½ the traditional classroom resident rate. All other students are required to complete LNWK 104 (summer), LNWK 108 and LNWK 113 (fall and spring). If you have questions regarding the prior learning process, please contact Marla Hagemeister. (701) 224-2573 or marla.hagemeister@bismarckstate.edu

Fall & Spring Requirements Review degree plans online  

Associate in Applied Science Program Certificate

Tuition, Books, & Tools  

Estimated costs for summer tuition/fees, room and meals are provided in your registration folder. Tool list and book costs required for the fall semester can be found here. 11

Registration Register for Classes ACTION ITEM 1. Register for summer classes by June 1, 2019.

What summer classes do I register for? I have my CDL License or Permit Class

Class Number

LNWK 100

8229

LNWK 110

8232

LNWK 104

Prior Learning*

*Contact Marla Hagemeister 701-224-2573 I do not have my CDL License or Permit Class

Class Number

LNWK 100

8229

LNWK 110

8232

LNWK 104

8230

On your Student Center in CampusConnection:      

Click “Enroll” Enter the class number and click “Enter” Verify class information and click “Next” Once all classes have been added to your shopping cart, click “Proceed to Step 2 of 3” Confirm the classes and click “Finish Enrolling” Make sure to review the registration status to ensure successful registration. o Registration Status Green  = successful registration Red X = Error – unable to add Review the message and proceed accordingly

Fall Registration will take place on a day within the three week summer session. Only those students who successfully pass the summer classes will receive a fall registration folder and attend fall registration. 12

Registration Review Class Schedule ACTION ITEM 1. Check that all classes appear on your class schedule. You are not officially enrolled in a class unless it appears on your class schedule. Your class schedule provides you with class location, instructor, start/end dates, and times. You will need your class schedule to purchase your textbooks.

“Room” indicates the class is offered online or the location on campus.

The “status” determines if you are “enrolled” or “dropped”.

Class Schedule

Registration Review Dates & Deadlines ACTION ITEMS 1. Print the Dates & Deadlines Schedule. 2. Print the Academic Calendar. 3. Mark add, drop, and refund deadlines on your calendar. BSC provides all important dates and deadlines in two documents.  

Academic Calendar – lists school dates, such as textbook purchasing, tuition deadlines, and school breaks. Dates and Deadlines Schedule – lists classes by length as well as the add, drop, and withdraw deadlines. It also includes the last day to drop/withdraw for 100% tuition refund.

You are responsible for knowing the “Dates & Deadlines”, not abiding by these dates could not only impact your GPA, but your wallet as well!

Lineworker

Dates & Deadlines Schedule Academic Calendar

Registration Complete FERPA ACTION ITEMS 1. Complete the FERPA Release Form. a. If your name is not pre-populated, enter it as lastname,firstname. 2. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) prohibits BSC from releasing Educational records to any Third Party without written consent. Academic and financial records will not be released without written consent from you. This can include parents or guardians, employers and third party funding agencies.

On-line FERPA Form

For further information, visit our Family Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) webpage.

After Registration Accept or Decline Summer Financial Aid ACTION ITEMS 1. Accept/Decline Summer Financial Aid. Look for your Financial Aid award communications, posted to your CampusConnection and BSC campus email. Your financial aid file needs to be completed before you can charge textbooks against your financial aid. We recommend that you do not borrow more than you need for your educational expenses. If you are unsure of how much to borrow, review the Summer Estimated Costs sheet located in your registration folder or contact Financial Aid at 701-224-5494 or bsc.financialaid@bismarckstate.edu for assistance.

CampusConnection Student Center CampusConnection â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Student Center

After Registration Complete Entrance Loan Counseling and Loan Agreement (MPN) This only applies to students accepting loans for the first time. If you complete this for the summer semester, you will not have to complete this again for the fall semester.

ACTION ITEMS 1. Go to studentloans.gov and log in using your FSA ID and password. 2. Complete entrance counseling. 3. Complete loan agreement (MPN). Entrance Loan Counseling: Before receiving a student loan, borrowers must complete an entrance counseling session. This quick and easy interactive counseling session provides useful tips and tools to help you develop a budget for managing your educational expenses and helps you to understand your loan responsibilities. Loan Agreement (MPN): The Loan Agreement is a legal document in which you promise to repay your loan(s) and any accrued interest and fees to the U.S. Department of Education. It also explains the terms and conditions of your loan(s). Please note that your accepted Federal Student Loans will not disburse to your student account until these items are completed.

Federal Student Aid website

After Registration Pay Tuition ACTION ITEMS 1. View your tuition and fee balance in Account Summary. 2. Pay tuition. Student Finance starts accepting summer payments on May 6, 2019.  Online through CampusConnection  In person: Student Finance Office, Schafer Hall, 1st floor  By Mail: BSC Student Finance; PO Box 5587; Bismarck ND 58506  By Phone: o Last Name A – K: 701-224-5533 o Last Name L – Z : 701-224-5706  As an authorized user: o Setup an authorized user o Make a payment as an authorized user Tuition and fees on the student account are due the first day of class. All other charges such as late fees, fines, room, board, etc. are due the date they are incurred.

CampusConnection Student Center

Can’t pay your bill by the designated due date, don’t PANIC! You can pay as the funds become available to you, as long as the payment is made in full within the term you are enrolled. Should you choose this route, you will subject to late fees of 1.75% on balances 30 or more days past due, holds and restrictions, and will receive communication that accompanies late payments. 18

For further information, visit the tuition and fees webpage.

After Registration Set up your Refund Preference ACTION ITEMS 1. Look for your Refund Selection Kit in a bright green envelope mailed to you after class registration. 2. Visit RefundSelection.com 3. Enter your unique Personal Code (found inside the envelope) 4. Select how youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to receive your money Bismarck State College has partnered with BankMobile Vibe to deliver refunds and offers you smarter ways to manage your money.

BankMobile website

Questionsâ&#x20AC;Ś Contact the Student Finance Office: (701) 224-5533 (last name A-K) (701) 224-5706 (last name L-Z) bsc.studentfinance@bismarckstate.edu

After Registration Access your BSC Email ACTION ITEMS 1. 2. 3. 4.

Log in to your BSC Email. Check for new communications. Setup your email on your mobile phone. Read the BSC Student Email policy.

BSC student email is the collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s official means of communication with students. You are expected to check your BSC email on a frequent and consistent basis in order to stay current with academic and financial communications as well as College events. What is my BSC email address? NDUS ID@bismarckstate.edu Example: jane.doe@bismarckstate.edu How do I login to my email? NDUS ID@ndus.edu Example: Username: jane.doe@ndus.edu Password: NDUS account password (same as CampusConnection)

Bismarck State College homepage

Email log in screen

After Registration Complete Medical Exam Form ACTION ITEMS 1. Student complete pages 1 and 2 of the Medical Exam Form. 2. Make an appointment with a licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician of your choice. ď&#x201A;ˇ NP or Physician must complete and sign bottom of page 3. 3. Return the completed form to: ď&#x201A;ˇ Academic Records PO Box 5587 Bismarck, ND 58506-5587 Fax: 701-224-5643 Since the physical form is designed for the Lineworker program, a high school sports physical is not acceptable.

Medical Form

After Registration Review Student Handbook ACTION ITEMS 1. View the Student Handbook to learn more about BSC. The BSC Student Handbook is more than just a policy manual, it includes information about campus resources, safety information, extracurricular activities, and more. The handbook lists offices you may need to go to for particular information and how to contact them.

Student Handbook

Resource Day Review Agenda LINEWORKER RESOURCE DAY AGENDA Mandatory Attendance for all Students Parents and family members are welcomed! June 9, 2019 RESIDENCE HALL CHECK-IN: TIME: LOCATION:

10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Mystic Hall

Students may check into the residence hall on June 9th between 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Please contact Leah Diehl, Student & Residence Life Assistant, to schedule a time to check in. Office: 701-224-5464 Student Union, Room 225 Leah.diehl@bismarckstate.edu

LUNCH: TIME: LOCATION:

11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Mystic Marketplace (Free for student and family members) Student Union Students are on their own for the evening meal.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE OPPORTUNITIES! Located in the Student Union Anytime between 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and after the presentation 

Get your picture taken for your Mystic Card

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Grab a coffee or cold soda from the Mystic Java

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Student Finance Office will be available to take your summer tuition payment

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Financial Aid will be available to answer any questions regarding your financial aid

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Prior Learning will be available to answer questions regarding your current CDL license or permit

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BSC Book store will open at noon – purchase the latest Mystic gear 23

Resource Day LINEWORKER RESOURCE DAY AGENDA Mandatory Attendance for all Students Parents and family members are welcomed! Continued

LINEWORKER PRESENTATION: CHECK IN: (Turn in Medical Form) TIME: LOCATION:

12:45 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Mystic Marketplace Student Union

PROGRAM: TIME: LOCATION:           

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Mystic Marketplace Student Union

Welcome – Kyren Miller Message from Dr. Skogen – President BSC Lineworker Information – Brad Anderson Financial Aid Office – Linda Greenstein Student Finance Office – Mary Eisenbraun Registration Items – Melinda Landis CDL Requirements – Brad Anderson Alternative Learning – Kyren Miller Support Services – Jay Meier Student ID and Tool purchase – Deb Sandness Student Life – Leah Diehl

FIRST DAY OF SUMMER SESSION 24 BSC Students

First Day of Class JUNE 10, 2019

START TIME: 

9:00 A.M.

LOCATION: 

Mandan Lineworker Facility 3201 Nygren Drive Mandan, ND

PLEASE BRING/WEAR:     

Short and long sleeved shirts Long pants – jeans or work khakis Steel toe work boot with a minimum 3/4 “ heel that reach bottom of calf Light leather gloves – work gloves Laptop Computer – not required, only encouraged if you are enrolled in LNWK 104 (this is an online class)

BSC WILL PROVIDE:    

Hardhat Safety glasses Climbing belt/gaffs Tools

25 BSC Students and Faculty