Development Summary
Release date: 03-27-2015
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New Data Fields
Bug Fixes
Residency & Validation Logic
Education Page
Steering Change Requests
Steering Committee Change Requests
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New Data Fields
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Two new optional data fields have been added to the Apply (standard), BOG, and International applications for download. Both of these new fields were the result of change requests that were submitted to the CCCApply Steering Committee and approved for development. Colleges can choose to include these fields in their download files; the addition of these fields will not affect your existing download file by following the links to the technical release notes and instructions. The download client transfer jar file will also need to be updated.
IP Address Capture FieldAnchor capture-ip capture-ip
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Enrollment Campaign Tracking Field Anchor campaign-fields campaign-fields
The OpenCCCApply Standard, BOG Fee Waiver, and International applications have been updated to capture up to three different campaign URL key/value pairs via: campaign1=x, campaign2=y, and campaign3=z (where x, y, and z are set to the name of your specific campaign).
For example, when you provide an application URL link that includes the campaign value such as this one:https://www.opencccapply.net/cccapply-welcome?cccMisCode=231&campaign1=x
The "x" value is stored in the CCC Tech Center database and is available for download. The data dictionaries (application (Standard and International) and bogfw_application tables) and Download client have been updated to include the new campaign1, campaign2, and campaign3 (hidden) fields. (Steering approved change request 2014-52)
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Re-Direct URLAnchor URL-redirect URL-redirect
A new configurable redirect URL feature is now available that, upon student submission of Standard or International application, opens a new browser tab to the specified URL. The new redirect URL feature allows colleges to:
- Provide a seamless student applicant experience within the college context
- Capture the student applicant's encrypted CCCID, which can then be decrypted for download into the SIS
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The redirect URL feature is configured by implementing a supplemental question (in the Administrator) using a new EncryptedText XML attribute. The supplemental question is not displayed, but captures and encrypts the student's CCCID, which can then be decrypted after you run an OpenCCCApply Download to your SIS (where the format definitions XML file is configured to capture the new supplemental question field). The OpenCCCApply Standard Application Data Dictionary has been updated to include the new redirect_url field in the School table. Please contact the CCC Tech Center for assistance in implementing the redirect feature. |
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Bugs & Fixes
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Session Timeout & Screen Readers
Session Timeout Pop-Up: The session timeout message that displays after a certain period of inactivity for the Account Creation, OpenCCCApply Standard, and BOG Fee Waiver questions has been refactored to work correctly with the following screen reader/OS:web browser combinations:
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Fix Validation for Visa Type "Other" in Visa Types Table - Logic Bug Fix
The eligibility status for Visa type "Other" was changed from No to Yes in the Visa Types (Table F), which will set Class A2 and flag 51in Step 6 of the Area A residency logic. Flag 51 will alert Admissions that the applicant's Visa Type may or may not establish residency and that futher proof, beyond self-reported data, is required.
From Visa Types Table (Table F)
| Db Value | Visa Type | Residency? | Description |
OTHR | Other | No
| May or may not be allowed to establish residency. Requires documentation |
From Area A Residency Logic: Step 6
6 | Does the student have a visa that | visa_type has YES in 'Residency?’ | Class A2 | Class A0 |
Bugs Fixed in Residency Area B Logic - Out of State & Foster Youth Anchor foster foster
Fixed bug in Step 1 of the logic. New logic: If answer is "If No", then set B0 and continue to Step 2.
Fixed bug in Step 4 of the logic. New logic: If answer is "If No", then set B0 and end logic. The status for that area would be B0. If answer is "If Yes",
then set Class B2 and go to step 5.
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When the sessioni timeout warning pop-up box displays, clicking the "Yes, Keep Me Signed In" button functions correctly to keep your session alive.Me Signed In" button functions correctly to keep your session alive.
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OpenCCC Account Creation: Fix Error Message for the Under Age 13 RestrictionAnchor Under-13 Under-13
Per federal privacy laws (COPPA) it is unlawful for persons under the age of 13 to create an online account and submit/provide personal information online. Though CCCApply prevents applicants under age 13 to create an account, the existing error message that is present is ambiguous, and according to one college "opens the door for dishonesty by the applicant to get past the question and continue on". The language of the error message should be revised for clarity and should cite federal privacy legislation.
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Spanish Hover Help Added to "Edit My OpenCCC Account" Button (BOG-269)
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International Application Development Resumes Development work on the International Application has resumed and colleges are invited to participate in defining the remaining business requirements necessary to complete the application necessary to complete a first iteration in the late-April / May timeframe. The remaining development and testing will follow the Agile development process, which means that progress happens through an ongoing series of 3 week development "sprints". During each sprint the development team works on specific tasks and requirements and at the end of the sprint, the team presents their results for feedback to the pilot colleges. This means that ongoing smaller changes and resets can be made to refine the application so that it meets the requirements and accessibility standards by the end of the process. The testing process will follow the Agile methodology as well: sprint, test, undo or revise, and move forward. Testing will require assistance from the pilot colleges. For more information about the pilot, please contact Patty Donohue, Project Manager, donohuepa@cccnext.net. |
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Over the past six months, the number of colleges Live on OpenCCCApply has doubled, meaning twice as many users are now accessing the servers and submitting applications. To manage this increase efficiently and prepare for the remaining colleges to come on board, we've made some upgrades to our system infrastructure to balance the higher traffic and ensure that our system is always stable and accessible throughout the year.
Ways we've improved our Infrastructure and addressed accessibility standards:
- Additional servers have been added to our Rackspace infrastructure to manage increased usage and maintain high level of performance and stability during peak periods;
- Regular performance testing scans are being conducted across all applications to identify areas that can be improved;
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New services are available to support colleges live on the OpenCCCApply applications. For issues with application bugs, access to staff tools, and other implementation issues, we have added a full-time support technician and have expanded our Xerox Support Help Desk to serve colleges calling in to support their students.
NEW College Support Email
To provide a second level of technical support we have created a designated email to respond to issues and incidents, such as bugs, access issues, and other technical problems. Response to incoming requests for support will be answered within one business day, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm PST.
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New Get Satisfaction Site - 24/7 Online Support Community for California Community Colleges Similar to the student support community, CCCHelp.info, a second online self-help community is being implmented for colleges and staff. The site will be pre-populated with official support and technical FAQs designed to answer commonly asked questions, as well as allow college staff to submit a bug, search for answers to commonly asked application questions, and even support other colleges with information they've learned using a forum style comments and posts. Stay tuned for an update on CCCTechnology.info - coming soon! |
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Change Requests
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| Approved | 2014-06: Restrict Concurrent Enrollment Status for Applicants Over Age 22 | MARCH 2015 | Error Validation | ||
| Approved | 2014-06: Remove HS Completion Date Fields for Concurrent HS/College Enrollment & HS Ed Levels | MARCH 2015 | Error Validation | ||
| Approved | 2014-40: OpenCCC Message to Student About UnSubmitted In-progress Application | Under-development | System-generated | ||
| Deferred* | 2014-48 Residency Issue with DACA Worker Status - Xap | Work-around | Supplemental Question | ||
| Approved | 2014-52: Enrollment Campaign Tracking | MARCH | New Data Field | ||
| Deferred - uPortal | 2014-53: Auto-population for Standard App / uPortal | Under-development | |||
| Approved | 2014-56: Capture IP Address on Submitted Applications | MARCH | New Data Field? | ||
| Approved | 2014-60: Revise Error Message Language: Under 13 Age Restriction | MARCH | Data Field Text / Language | ||
| Approved | 2014-62: Add CapTel Field for Hearing Impaired - Disability Compliance | Under-development | New Data Field | ||
| Approved | 2014-64: Create New App-LookUp Report for DOB | 12/5/2014 | |||
| Approved | 2014-65: Revise Error Checking in Date Stay Begin in CA | MARCH | Error Validation | ||
| Deferred - uPortal | 2014-67: Add Social Media Connections to OpenCCC Account Creation | ||||
| Approved | 2014-71: Foster Youth Error in Area B Logic Not Ending | MARCH | Logic | ||
| Deferred - uPortal | 2014-74: Add Link Between OpenCCC and My Applications | ||||
| Approved | 2014-75: CCCID On The My Applications Page (Header Upper Right Next to Student Name) | Under-development | |||
| Approved | 2014-77: Spanish Hover Help Missing from OpenCCC Account Creation | MARCHData Docs | Text / Language | ||
| Approved | 2014-78: Add Currency Formatter to BOG App Download Format | MARCHUnder-development | ImplementationDownloads | ||
| Approved | 2014-79: Add validation for High School Completion Date field | MARCH | Error Validation | ||
| Approved | 2015-01: OpenCCC Account Creation Confirmation Email | Under-development | System-generated | ||
| Deferred | 2015-02: Create a Compliant Paper Application | May 2015 | Text / Language | ||
| Approved | 2015-03: Submitted Application Confirmation Email | Under-development | System-generated | ||
| Approved | 2015-04: Add System Requirements & Support Browswers Browsers Info to Terms of User & Web Footers | Accessibility Page | Under-development | Text / Language | |
| NEW | 2015-05: Add AS-T and AA-T to the Award Types Field | ||||
| NEW | 2015-06: Revise Foster Youth Language in Apply per MIS/Legislature | ||||
| NEW | 2014-76: Add Alternate (Preferred) Name Field to OpenCCC Account for Transgender | ||||
| NEW | 2014-80: Add Transgender to Gender Field | ||||
| NEW | 2014-81: Develop Generic Financial Aid Online Application | ||||
| Approved | Custom Re-direct URL After Submission | ||||
| NEW | Add "No First Name" to DD, FS, | ||||
| NEW | Add language to the Alien Reg field to include USCIS as interchangeable | ||||
| NEW | Ask Steering - How are single-name students (Cher, Madonna) handled relative to MIS reporting? |
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