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For example, a Fall A7 term represents a seven-week term at the beginning of the fall semester.  \nAmericans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)  \nAmericans with Disabilities Act of 1990 prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodation, communications, and governmental activities.  \nAssociate in Arts (A.A.) Degree  \nA 60 credit hour college- level program designed for students who plan to transfer to a college or university to earn a bachelor’s degree. A [Florida A.A. degree](Florida A.A. degree) satisfies general education requirements at all state universities in Florida.  \nAssociate in Applied Sciences (A.A.S.) Degree  \nCareer path degree programs designed to prepare students for immediate employment in a specific field. These programs include greater scope and depth than certificate programs.  \nAssociate in Science (A.S.) Degree  \nCareer path degree programs designed to prepare students for immediate employment in a specific fi[eld. Articulated A.S. to](eld. Articulated A.S. to) B.S., or  \n[B.A.S. degree](B.A.S. degree) programs are designed to transfer to a Florida public university as a junior to complete a bachelor’s degree in that specified field.  \nAccreditation  \nCertification that the College or program has met established standards of excellence and is recognized by appropriate accrediting agencies.  \nAdd/Drop  \nA designated time period during which students can make adjustments to their schedules without penalty or cost.  \nAdvanced Placement (AP)  \nCollege credits awarded based on scores earned on subject–matter tests administered by the College Entrance Examination Board prior to enrollment at LSSC.  \nAdvanced Technical Certificate Program  \nAreas of study with a shorter duration and less scope and depth than degree programs; designed to quickly prepare students with skills needed for the workforce. ATC programs are associated with degree programs atthe baccalaureate degree level.  \nAppeal  \nA formal written request for reconsideration of an application of a college rule or procedure due to serious documented circumstances beyond the student’s control.  \nArticulation Agreement  \nA written agreement between institutions that provides students with anon-duplicated sequence of courses leading to a degree or certificate.  \nArticulation Agreement for the A.A. Degree  \nAgreements between Florida College System institutions and universities assuring junior-level status to students who complete the FCS General  \nEducation core and all graduation requirements in university parallel (A.A. degree) programs.  \nAttempt  \nAny course attempt in which a student registers and receives a grade, including withdrawals.  \nB Term  \nB Terms occur each semester and represent a part of a term shorter than the full semester. For example, a Fall B7 term represents a seven-week term during the second half of the fall semester.  \nBaccalaureate degree  \nA bachelor’s degree  \nBachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.)  \nA four-year degree designed to accommodate the unique demands for entry and advancement within specific workforce sectors.  \nBachelor of Science (B.S.)  \nA four-year degree that prepares a student to enter an advanced position within a specialized career field.  \nBanner  \nLSSC’s computer information system that manages all student, financialaid, financial, and personnel data for the College. 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