This is the online version of the 2007-08 ATC college catalog and student handbook. Printed versions of the catalog are available at the Student Services office on campus. Catalogs are not mailed out.
The electronic version of the catalog is identical to the printed document except some graphics have been re- moved to allow for faster downloading.
1 2007-2008 CATALOG Aiken Technical College is accredited by the announced by faculty or the administration. Commission on Colleges of the Southern New regulations may govern both continuing Association of Colleges and Schools [1866 and new students without actual notice to Southern Lane, Decatur, Ga. 30033-4097, individual students. Information on changes telephone number (404) 679-4501] to award will be available from academic advisors or associate’s degrees. appropriate administrative offices and will be published in subsequent issues of the catalog. This catalog, which becomes effective June 2007, is for information only and does not constitute a contract. The College has the CATALOG RIGHTS right to change, modify or alter without notice A student admitted to the College is granted all fees, charges, tuition, expenses and costs of the right to complete programs as stated any kind. in the college catalog at the time of initial matriculation to the program if the student Aiken Technical College is an equal continuously earns credit each semester, not educational opportunity institution. Faculty, including summer terms. The maximum time staff and students are admitted, employed for a student to maintain catalog rights is and treated without regard for sex, color, age, seven years. religion, national origin or disability. Aiken Technical College complies with Title IX of The College reserves the right to make changes the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI in course requirements as long as the total and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the number of credits required for completion Civil Rights Act of 1991, Sections 503/504 of of the program does not change. A student the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans who must reapply for admission enters the with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Vietnam College under the catalog in effect at the time Era Veterans Re-adjustment Assistance Act, of readmission. as well as other applicable federal and state laws. Inquiries concerning this statement of non-discrimination may be addressed Aiken Technical College to: President, Aiken Technical College, P. O. Drawer 696 P.O. Box 400, Graniteville, S.C. 29829; Director Aiken, S.C. 29802 of Human Resources, Aiken Technical College, P.O. Box 400, Graniteville, S.C. 29829; or Toll-Free: 1-800-246-6198 (Aiken County) Director, Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education, Washington, D.C. 20201. Phone: (803) 593-9231
Aiken Technical College makes no claim that Web: www.atc.edu a particular course of study will guarantee a certain position of employment.
Aiken Technical College reserves the right to change admission requirements in any manner it deems necessary. The College also reserves the right to drop, add or change the arrangement of courses, curricula, academic standards or requirements for retention or graduation. Changes in regulations go into effect when
2 Table of Contents Aiken Technical College...... 1-10 Academic Calendar...... 6 Welcome to ATC/History of ATC...... 7-9 Vision, Mission, Values and Purpose...... 10
Admissions and Enrollment...... 11-36 Admission Policies and Procedures...... 12-23 Transfer: State Policies and Procedure...... 16-23 Technical College Courses Transferable to Public Senior Institutions...... 22-23 Tuition and Fees...... 24-26 Financial Aid...... 27-36
Academic Policies...... 37-47
Student Life and Resources...... 48-58 Student Services...... 49-53 Student Activities...... 54 Academic Support Services...... 55-56 General Information...... 57-58
Programs of Study...... 59-106 Program List...... 60-61 Associate in Arts/Associate in Science Transfer Degrees...... 62-65 Business...... 66-71 Computer Technology...... 72-76 Engineering Technology...... 77-79 Health ...... 80-89 Industrial and Occupational Technology...... 90-96 Office Systems Technology...... 97-99 Public Service...... 100-106
Course Descriptions...... 107-154 Course Lists...... 108-109 Accounting...... 109-110 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology...... 110
3 Table of Contents Allied Health...... 110-111 Art...... 111 Automotive Technology...... 111-113 Biology...... 113-114 Business...... 114-115 Surveying...... 116 Chemistry...... 116 College Skills...... 116 Computer Technology...... 116-120 Criminal Justice...... 120-121 Cooperative Work Experience...... 121 Dental Assisting...... 121-122 Early Childhood Development...... 123-125 Economics...... 126 Industrial Electricity/Electronics...... 126 Electronics Engineering Technology...... 127-128 Engineering Technology...... 129 Engineering Graphics Technology...... 129-130 English...... 130-131 Geography...... 132 Health Information...... 132-133 History...... 133 Human Services...... 133-134 Interdisciplinary Studies...... 135 Industrial Maintenance Technology...... 136 Information Sciences Technology...... 136 Journalism...... 136 Legal Assistant...... 137-138 Mathematics...... 138-139 Medical Assisting...... 139-140 Management...... 140-141 Marketing...... 141 Machine Tool Technology...... 141-142 Music...... 142 Nursing...... 143-144
4 5 Table of Contents Office Systems Technology...... 144-145 Philosophy...... 145-146 Physics...... 146 Political Science...... 146-147 Psychology...... 146-147 Radiologic Technology...... 147-149 Reading...... 149 Religion...... 150 Sports Fitness Technology...... 150 Sociology...... 150 Spanish...... 150-151 Public Speaking...... 151 Surgical Technology...... 151-152 Theatre...... 152 Welding Technology...... 152-154
Workforce and Business Development (Continuing Education)..155-184
Faculty and Staff...... 185-192
Catalog Index...... 193-203
Student Handbook (Table of Contents on Pages 206-207)...... 205-256
Detailed Maps of Campus Buildings ...... 241-255
4 5 2007-2008 Academic Calendar
Fall Semester 2007 Term 1 (full semseter)...... August 20-December 3 Term 2 (half semester)...... August 20-October 8 Term 3 (half semester)...... October 9-December 3 Centralized Registration for Terms 1, 2 and 3...... August 14-15 First Day of Classes for Terms 1 and 2...... August 20 Labor Day - College Closed...... September 3 Midterm, Term 2...... September 11 Last Day to Apply for Graduation this Term...... September 14 Midterm for Term 1/Last Day of Class for Term 2...... October 8 First Day of Classes for Term 3...... October 9 Midterm, Term 3...... November 6 Thanksgiving Holiday - No Classes...... November 22-23 Last Day of Weekday Classes for Terms 1 and 3...... December 3 Final Exams...... December 4-10 Semester Break - College Closed...... December 19-31
Spring Semester 2008 Term 1 (full semseter)...... January 7-April 21 Term 2 (half semester)...... January 7-February 25 Term 3 (half semester)...... February 26-April 21 Centralized Registration for Terms 1,2 and 3...... January 3 First Day of Classes for Terms 1 and 2...... January 7 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - College Closed...... January 21 Midterm, Term 2...... January 29 Last Day to Apply for Graduation to participate in ceremony...... February 15 Midterm for Term 1/Last Day of Class for Term 2...... February 25 First Day of Classes for Term 3...... February 26 Midterm, Term 3...... March 18 Spring Break - No Classes...... April 7-11 Last Day of Weekday Classes for Terms 1 and 3...... April 21 Final Exams...... April 22-25 Graduation...... May 1
Summer Semester 2008 Term 1 (full semseter)...... May 5-July 17 Term 2 (half semester)...... May 5-June 5 Term 3 (half semester)...... June 9-July 17 Centralized Registration for Terms 1,2 and 3...... April 30 First Day of Classes for Terms 1 and 2...... May 5 Maymester...... May 12-30 Last Day to Apply for Graduation this Term...... May 16 Midterm for Term 1/Last Day of Class for Term 2...... June 5 First Day of Classes for Term 3...... June 9 Independence Holiday - No Classes...... July 4 Independence Holiday Break - No Classes...... June 30-July 4 Last Day of Classes for Terms I and 3...... July 17 6 7 Welcome to Aiken Technical College
elcome to Aiken Technical College and all the opportunities it will offer Wyou. I am excited that you have selected our college community to assist you in reaching your educational and career goals.
Aiken Technical College truly is a community of faculty and staff working toward one purpose — to bring the best in education and training to you. The College will encourage you to fulfill your career and educational interests through one of our many credit and continuing education offerings. Whether you are interested University Transfer, Technical Scholars or one of the other 80+ programs we offer, ATC has something for you. And with newly constructed facilities now in use, Aiken Technical College continues to grow and develop new programs for emerging employment needs in the greater Aiken County area and beyond.
In addition to excellent educational programs, Aiken Technical College offers a wide range I hope that you will take advantage of the of support services to address special needs opportunity to learn outside the classroom as that may arise while you are enrolled at well as inside the classroom. the College. Counselors, academic advisors, financial advisors, and many others stand The entire College community extends its ready to make your educational experience welcome to you. We are pleased that you have rewarding and successful. chosen Aiken Technical College to be your pathway to success. When you are nearing completion of your studies, the placement office will help you prepare for your job search and direct you toward available jobs.
Extracurricular activities round out your Susan A. Winsor, Ph.D. experience at Aiken Technical College. You President can choose to participate in one or more activities such as the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, the Student Government Association, intramural sports, or a variety of student clubs. Our men’s basketball team and women’s fast- pitch softball team are great fun to watch.
6 7 History of Aiken Technical College Classes for what is now Aiken Technical safety courses and programs to its curriculum. College began in temporary facilities in Aiken The College also developed new partnerships in the fall of 1972. One hundred and seventy- that allowed ATC to provide around-the- seven students enrolled in the first class of clock training and educational services on what was then the Aiken Technical Education plant sites. Dr. Noble was a major force in Center. The current campus opened in the matching College services with areas of the winter of 1973. community that might best take advantage of them. The College also broke ground on The original ATC the $5.375 million, 40,000-square-foot Dale campus consisted Phelon Information Technology Center during of three buildings her tenure. Dr. Noble left ATC in 1999. c o n s t r u c t e d at a cost of Dr. Susan A. Winsor became ATC’s fourth $2.3 million president in September 1999. She oversaw the — $800,000 construction of the Dale Phelon Information provided by Aiken County and the remainder Technology Center that opened for classes from federal education grants. in the fall of 2000. She also oversaw the construction of the $3 million, 30,000-square- Founding President Ashley J. Little led ATC foot CSRA Manufacturing and Technology from its beginning as a vocationally based Training Center that came online in the training center to its accreditation as a two- summer of 2001. When classes began in the year technical college in 1975. The College’s fall of 2003, students and faculty welcomed name was changed to Aiken Technical College the opening of the campus’ latest addition in 1977. President Little also presided over under her leadership, a $7.6 million, 52,671- the campus’ second phase expansion, a $3.5 square-foot Health and Science Building. million addition of buildings, classrooms, laboratories and a greatly expanded library. Aiken Technical College dedicated its student President Little served ATC and the South commons in honor of Senator Tommy L. Carolina Technical College system for 14 Moore in the spring of 2004, in recognition of years before his retirement in 1984. his efforts to ensure that the Health and Science Building remained in the 1999 bond bill and Dr. Paul L. Blowers became the second that the Dale Phelon Information Technology president of ATC in July 1984. During the Center remained in the 1997 bond bill. decade that Dr. Blowers presided over the campus, ATC grew from 1,104 academic and continuing education students to more than 3,300 students. ATC also increased its course offerings, added two college transfer degrees and built a $3 million Student Activities Center financed by student fees. Dr. Blowers retired in 1994.
Dr. Kathleen A. Noble became the third president of ATC in June 1994. During her tenure, ATC added many allied health, business, and industrial management and
8 9 History of Aiken Technical College The 700 Building came back online in January More than three decades after its founding, 2005 after extensive and complete renovation, ATC has grown into a multi-service, and now provides students with an academic two-year comprehensive college offering success center and a testing center, as well as a numerous educational opportunities in revitalized campus amphitheater, which is often college transfer, health, public service, used for community meetings and events. business, industrial technology, engineering technology, office systems technology and Renovations on the Ashley J. Little computer technology programs. Administration Building were begun in 2006 and were to be completed in 2007.
While the ATC campus has grown, so has its enrollment. More than 3,500 students enroll in credit courses annually, and ATC’s non- credit offerings reach nearly 14,000 people each year.
8 9 ATC Vision, Mission, Values and Purpose ATC Vision Our Purpose We envision Aiken Technical College as a Consistent with its mission and values, Aiken catalyst for developing educated, engaged, Technical College is dedicated to achieving and employable individuals whose collective the following institutional purposes in an energy will be the driving force for prosperity exemplary manner: and quality of life in our diverse communities. • Secure the resources needed to support a projected annual enrollment of 3,500- ATC Mission 4,500 credit students and 14,000 non- Aiken Technical College is a public, open- credit students. door, two-year, comprehensive institution • Offer associate degree, diploma of higher education established to provide and certificate programs which provide citizens of greater Aiken County opportunities students with the knowledge and for educational, economic, professional, competencies necessary for initial entry social, and personal development. The College into and advancement in engineering educates and trains students to provide an technology, industrial technology, effective work force to support economic information technology, health, growth and community development through environmental, business and social service its focus on teaching and service. careers. • Prepare students for transfer to ATC Values four-year institutions. ATC’s core values define the College and provide the environment for all decisions and • Collaborate with secondary and four-year actions. These core values are: institutions to facilitate transition among educational entities. Education Education is the key to individual • Construct curricula to address core improvement and community economic competencies of written and oral development in a complex technological communication, math, research, social/ society. interpersonal, problem-solving, computer, Commitment to Students and technical skills. Students deserve the finest instruction, • Develop customized training and technical resources, and services to enhance their assistance for public and private sector growth and development. employers to further economic growth. Excellence • Deliver continuing education courses and The College promotes excellence in special programs to address needs for personnel, programs, and work occupational, vocational, and personal environment while encouraging integrity, advancement. accountability and respect for individuals. • Conduct developmental education
Community to prepare students for the college Partnerships which develop solutions experience. to community challenges are important to economic vitality and quality of life. • Provide student support and counseling Diversity services to further individual student Respect for diversity is an important part of development and success. the educational process. • Assist local communities, agencies, and educational institutions to meet specific challenges.
10 11 Admissions
Getting Started at ATC
10 11 Admission Policies and Procedures The College reserves the right to refuse Admission Policies Aiken Technical College has an "open-door" readmission to any applicant who has an admission policy, which means any adult unacceptable academic or conduct record. citizen who can benefit from available learning Individuals with financial obligations to the opportunities can enroll. Students are placed College must resolve these obligations before into specific courses and programs of study they will be allowed to register for classes. based on their potential for success regarding the expected standards of performance. Admission Procedures All applicants must possess a high school All applicants must: diploma or its equivalent or they must be at least 1. Complete and return the Application for 18 years old to be considered for admission into Admission. There is no application fee. curriculum programs and courses offered by Applications are available from the the College. Eligible high school students who Admissions and Records Office, desire to enroll in one or more college courses Counseling Services Office and online. concurrently with their high school classes 2. Schedule and complete the placement test, may do so with the written authorization of or submit acceptable SAT or ACT scores. their parent(s) or guardian(s) and high school The placement test may be waived for principal. applicants possessing acceptable college work from regionally accredited colleges or Non-graduates and graduates of South Carolina universities. high schools who have received a "certificate," not a diploma, are strongly urged to return to All applicants are asked to submit a copy of their high school district to complete the diploma their high school transcript. These transcripts or GED. However, potential students who meet are used for financial aid, academic advisement minimum scores on the College’s placement and other purposes. The transcript is required exam will be admitted to the College. for admission purposes if the applicant is applying for a LIFE scholarship, entry into All applicants are required to participate in Nursing or a Health Sciences program or placement testing (assessment) prior to wishes to use the high school transcript to acceptance. Applicants may seek exemption provide evidence of SAT or ACT scores to this policy according to the criteria stated (taken within the last four years) to satisfy in college procedures on placement testing. placement requirements. Applicants possessing Specific requirements have been established for a high school equivalency certificate (GED) individual program entrance. or a diploma from an adult basic education program are asked to provide the Admissions Applicants who require additional preparation and Records Office with documentation of for college-level work will be required to successful GED completion. enroll in developmental courses to develop the necessary basic skills in English, reading and Transcripts should be sent to: mathematics or take the classes through the Admissions and Records Office Adult Education Office of the Aiken County Aiken Technical College School System. P.O. Drawer 696 Aiken, S.C. 29802
12 13 Admission Policies and Procedures Students with documented disabilities Placement Tests Applicants are placed into specific courses may request special placement testing based on successful previous college course accommodations to ensure optimum work, SAT scores, ACT scores or Aiken performance by contacting the Counseling Technical College Placement Test. Other Services Office. admission tests and criteria may be required for admission to specific academic programs. Program Admission Requirements These special requirements are outlined in the Individual programs may have additional Programs of Study section of the catalog on admission requirements. Information about pages 59-106. such requirements may be obtained from the Admissions and Records Office or a program Applicants for curriculum programs must be advisor. tested for course placement unless exempted. Exemptions may be granted if an applicant meets one or more of the following criteria: Registration for Classes 1. The applicant has earned a grade of "C" Academic registration is designed to establish or better in appropriate college-level student/advisor rapport in a relaxed environment English and college-level algebra courses and to allow the student to complete the taken at a regionally accredited college or registration process in a non-stressful time university. frame. Open registration usually begins six to 2. The applicant has earned advanced eight weeks before the semester starts. placement credit for English and/or mathematics on CLEP and/or AP exams After acceptance to the College, new/transfer recognized by the College. students are notified by the Admissions and 3. The applicant has taken the Aiken Records Office to meet with their advisor Technical College Placement Test to select courses and register. A continuing (COMPASS). student must make an appointment with his/her 4. The applicant has earned an associate’s academic advisor to discuss academic progress degree or higher from a regionally and to select courses. accredited college or university (must include college-level English and algebra). To confirm registration, the student must pay 5. The applicant is not pursuing an academic fees and tuition during the regular period stated award and desires to be admitted to take a in the class schedule. A student who has not specific course or courses as a Career paid fees by the specified date will have his/her Development student. The applicant must meet schedule deleted. These students must re-register course prerequisites or have acquired an for courses and pay the re-enrollment fee. associate’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university. Centralized registration is held two to three days prior to the beginning of classes. By this time, Students taking the placement test in the Test some classes may no longer be available. Center (page 55) must present their Social Security card for verification.
12 13 Admission Policies and Procedures Therefore, a student is encouraged to register Many of these programs are highly selective. and pay before the end of the open registration Students must meet additional requirements in period. order to qualify for admission.
Late registration is held during the first few days Career Development Students of the term. A student is assessed an additional An applicant who is not pursuing an academic fee for late registration. award and desires to be admitted to take specific courses as a Career Development Enrolled students may change their class student must meet course prerequisites or have schedules during the add/drop period in the first acquired an associate’s degree or higher from a week of the term. Students are responsible for regionally accredited college or university. If a any work covered from the first day of classes. student chooses to change to a regular program of study at a later date, placement tests may be necessary. Undecided students not selecting Resident Status a specific program of study may be placed in A legal resident of South Carolina is one who Career Development status. has his/her legal domicile in the state for a period of 12 months prior to the first day of A Career Development student is not eligible the semester. for Federal financial aid programs (e.g. Pell Grants), S.C. State financial aid programs, It is important that each applicant for admission scholarships or Veterans Benefits. and each enrolled student understand the regulations governing resident status and know International Students his/her resident status for tuition and fee In addition to meeting regular college payment. A person incorrectly classified as and program admission requirements, a resident is subject to reclassification and international applicants must also meet the payment of all non-resident fees. following requirements if an Immigration and Naturalization Form I-20 is required: If an incorrect classification results from false 1. Be 18 years old, and present evidence of or concealed facts, a student may be charged successful completion of a secondary level tuition and fees retroactively at the out-of- program. This evidence must be in the state rate. Inquiries regarding residency status form of a transcript or other traditional should be directed to the Admissions and document from the institution. The Records Office. document(s) must be accompanied by a certified English translation, if not in English. Special Admission Categories 2. Earn a minimum score of 500 (190 on Allied Health Students computerized version) on the Test of Students interested in any of ATC’s Allied English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), Health Sciences Programs resulting in degrees, and submit an official score report. diplomas or certificates must go through a 3. Provide evidence or affidavit verifying separate Allied Health application process. adequate financial support. Allied Health information packets are available 4. Show proof of health insurance with an in the Admissions and Records Office. American insurance carrier.
14 15 Admission Policies and Procedures Additional information about international will be waived and if transfer credit may be admissions can be obtained from the Admissions awarded. Unofficial transcripts are used only and Records Office. An international student for admission purposes and are not evaluated. should begin the admission process at least six Transfer students are urged not to enroll in months prior to the semester for which he/she any course(s) for which transfer credit is being seeks admission. sought until the transfer question is resolved.
Readmission/Readmitted Students If a current catalog from the college where Former Aiken Technical College students previous courses were taken is not on file, who were not enrolled for the preceding two the student is responsible for providing a semesters (excluding the summer semester) catalog with official descriptions of courses to and who wish to re-enroll must complete a accompany the transfer request. new application for admission prior to re-entry. Students who have attended another college Transfer Credit during the interim should ask that college to The Admissions and Records Office send an official transcript to the Admissions and evaluates "official" college transcripts for Records Office. transfer of credit for applicants and students. Official transcripts are sent directly from one Applicants for readmission must meet college to another, presented in a sealed current admissions criteria (including testing envelope from the previous college or sent and placement requirements) and satisfy via electronic data exchange. If the transcript graduation requirements in effect at the time of is opened it will not be considered official readmission. The Admissions and Records Office posts the Senior Citizens approved course(s) to the student’s transcript, Applicants who are at least 60 years of age and sends the student a copy of the evaluation and legal residents of South Carolina may form. enroll in classes on a space-available basis without paying tuition. These applicants must The following criteria are used to determine meet regular admission requirements, submit acceptability of prior college course work for an application and pay all applicable fees other advanced standing: than tuition. 1. The final grade for the course(s) must be "C" or better. Senior citizens who are employed full-time are 2. The course(s) must have been taken at not eligible for a tuition waiver. a regionally accredited institution; if from a nonregionally accredited foreign post- Transfer Students secondary institution, the courses must Applicants who have attended a regionally have been recommended by the NACES- accredited college or university should request member external evaluation service. that all colleges previously attended send official 3. The course(s) must be applicable to the transcripts directly to the ATC Admissions and AA/AS or technical program in which the Records Office. student plans to enroll in order for the course to be considered for graduation. These transcripts will be reviewed to determine 4. The course(s) must be college-level; no whether the placement testing requirement course that is remedial/developmental in nature will be accepted.
14 15 Admission Policies and Procedures 5. A major consideration in the evaluation An applicant for transient student status must of a course for transfer of credit is the submit an ATC application for admission equivalency of that course to an ATC along with a form/letter from the primary course. college specifying courses to be taken at ATC and transferred to the student’s “home” Transfer Credit Limitation college. It is the responsibility of the transient A student must take and earn a minimum of student to request that an ATC transcript be 25 percent of credits required for graduation sent to the primary college after completion from a degree, diploma or certificate program of ATC courses. of study at ATC. The Commission on Higher Education for Regardless of the comparability of courses the State of South Carolina coordinates and the number of courses successfully post-secondary education in public-supported completed at other accredited post-secondary institutions, including policies and procedures for institutions, a student must successfully students and their course credits transfer among complete a minimum of three higher-level these institutions. courses (as determined by the academic advisor) representative of the major program or discipline at ATC. The total of both courses Transfer Policies accepted for transfer and courses exempted The Commission has established transfer policies cannot exceed 75 percent of the credits required and procedures which all public institutions for completion of a program. must follow. These procedures as issued by the Commission are published on pages 16-23 of LIFE GPA: Transfer students are required this catalog. to provide official high school and college transcripts for each institution attended. All Chief Transfer Officer (Counselor) college coursework attempted at another The chief transfer officer at Aiken Technical institution or while in high school will be College is located in Room 107D of the Ashley calculated into the LIFE GPA formula. J. Little Building and may be reached by calling Students who wish to be considered for the 803-593-9231, ext. 1521. This office coordinates LIFE Scholarship must request a LIFE GAP the advising of transfer students. All students may calculation by the Admissions & Records consult the College Transfer Credit Guide in the Office and complete a LIFE Scholarship Counseling Services Office. Assessment Form. Courses Approved for Transfer Transient Students Under the Statewide Articulation Agreement: A student already accepted or enrolled at another technical college courses may be transferable college may enroll as a transient student at ATC to public senior institutions. The courses listed in order to transfer credits back to the primary on pages 22-23 of this catalog are approved for college. transfer. Consult the Course Listings section to determine which courses are offered at ATC. The transient student should be advised by the primary college concerning recommended A student enrolled in a program other than courses to be taken at ATC. Associate in Arts or Associate in Science should consult the department chair of his or her program of study or the chair’s designee
16 17 Admission Policies and Procedures for questions concerning transfer of courses Presidents and the State Board for Technical into that program’s curriculum. For further and Comprehensive Education, operating information regarding transfer, students may through the Commission on Higher Education, access the Commission on Higher Education’s will develop better articulation of associate web site at http://che400.state.sc.us or and baccalaureate degree programs. To Aiken Technical College’s web site at www. comply with this requirement, the Commission atc.edu. upon the advice of the Council of Presidents established a Transfer Articulation Policy Statewide Agreement on Committee composed of four-year institutions' Transfer and Articulation vice presidents for academic affairs and the Preface Associate Director for Instruction of the State On May 2, 1996, the Commission on Higher Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education (CHE) approved unanimously the Education. The principal outcomes derived statewide agreement on transfer and articulation. from the work of that committee and accepted That policy follows this preface in the form of by the Commission on Higher Education on the Regulations and Procedures for Transfer. July 6, 1995, were: Minor changes have occurred in the document w An expanded list of 74 courses which since its approval. These changes are reflected will transfer to four-year public in the document as it appears here. institutions of South Carolina from the two-year public institutions; The policy that was approved on May 2, w A statewide policy document on good 1996, also incorporated decisions made practices in transfer to be followed by all by the Commission in 1995 as part of the public institutions of higher education in Commission's implementation of the South the State of South Carolina, which was Carolina School-to-Work Act. Although the accepted in principle by the Advisory text of the 1996 policy that follows makes Committee on Academic Programs and reference to documents related to these the Commission; decisions, these earlier documents have not w Six task forces on statewide transfer been printed here since in some cases they agreements, each based in a discipline or are redundant and in other cases they were broad area of the baccalaureate superseded by events or by the 1996 policy curriculum. of the Commission. Copies of the documents approved in 1995 that were incorporated into In 1995 the General Assembly passed Act the 1996 policy are, however, still available by 137 which stipulated further that the South contacting the Commission by mail, telephone, Carolina Commission on Higher Education or fax at the addresses listed on the home "notwithstanding any other provision of law to page. the contrary, will have the following additional duties and functions with regard to the various Regulations and Procedures for Transfer public institutions of higher education." in Public Two-Year and Public Four-Year These duties and responsibilities include the Institutions in South Carolina as Mandated Commission's responsibility "to establish by Act 137 of 1995 procedures for the transferability of courses at Background the undergraduate level between two-year and Section 10-C of the South Carolina School- four-year institutions or schools." This same to-Work Transition Act (1994) stipulates provision is repeated in the legislation developed that the Council of College and University from the Report of the Joint Legislative Study
16 17 Admission Policies and Procedures Committee, which was formed by the General elsewhere, for coursework repeated due Assembly and signed by the Governor as Act to failure, for coursework taken at 359 of 1996. another institution while the student is academically suspended at his/her home Act 137 directs the Commission to adopt institution, and so forth. procedures for the transfer of courses from C. Institutional and, if more selective, all two-year public to all four-year public programmatic maximums of course institutions of higher education in South credits allowable in transfer. Carolina. Proposed procedures are listed below. D. Institutional procedures used to Unless otherwise stated, these procedures calculate student applicants’ GPAs became effective immediately upon approval for transfer admission. Such by the Commission and were to be fully procedures will describe how implemented, unless otherwise stated, by nonstandard grades (withdrawal, September 1, 1997. In September, 2002, CHE withdrawal failing, repeated course, expanded the list of 74 transfer course to 86. etc.) are evaluated; and they will also describe whether all coursework Statewide Articulation of 86 Courses taken prior to transfer or just 1. The Statewide Articulation Agreement of coursework deemed appropriate to the 86 courses already approved by the South student’s intended four-year program Carolina Commission on Higher Education of study is calculated for purposes of for transfer from two- to four-year public admission to the institution and/or institutions (see Appendix A) will be programmatic major. applicable to all public institutions, E. Lists of all courses accepted from each including two-year institutions and technical college (including the 86 institutions within the same system. In courses in the Statewide Articulation instances where an institution does not Agreement) and the course have synonymous courses to ones on this equivalencies (including “free elective” list, it will identify comparable courses or category) at the home institution for course categories for acceptance of general the courses accepted. education courses on the statewide list. F. Lists of all articulation agreements with any public South Carolina two- Admissions Criteria, Course Grades, year or other institution of higher GPAs, Validations education, together with information 2. All four-year public institutions will issue about how interested parties can access annually in August a transfer guide these agreements. covering at least the following items: G. Lists of the institution’s Transfer A. The definition of a transfer student Officer(s) personnel together with and requirements for admission both telephone and fax numbers, office to the institution and, if more selective, address and e-mail address. requirements for admission to H. Institutional policies related to particular programs. “academic bankruptcy” (i.e., removing B. Limitations placed by the institution or an entire transcript or part thereof from its programs for acceptance of a failed or underachieving record after standardized examinations (e.g., SAT, a period of years has passed) so that re- ACT) taken more than a given time ago, entry into the four-year institution with for academic coursework taken
18 19 Admission Policies and Procedures course credit earned in the interim further encumbrance such as a “validation elsewhere is done without regard to the examination,” “placement examination/ student’s earlier record. instrument,” “verification instrument,” or I. “Residency requirements” for the any other stricture, not withstanding any minimum number of hours required to institutional or system policy, procedure or be earned at the institution for the regulation to the contrary. degree. Transfer Blocks, Statewide Agreements, 3. Coursework (individual courses, transfer Completion of the AA/AS Degree blocks, statewide agreements) covered 5. The following Transfer Blocks/Statewide within these procedures will be transferable Agreements taken at any two-year public if the student has completed the coursework institution in South Carolina will be with a “C” grade (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) or accepted in their totality toward meeting above, but transfer of grades does not baccalaureate degree requirements at all relieve the student of the obligation to meet four-year public institutions in relevant any GPA requirements or other admissions four-year degree programs, as follows: requirements of the institution or program w Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences: to which application has been made. Established curriculum block of 46-48 A. Any four-year institution which has semester hours. institutional or programmatic w Business Administration: Established admissions requirements for transfer curriculum block of 46-51 semester students with cumulative grade point hours. averages (GPAs) higher than 2.0 on a w Engineering: Established curriculum 4.0 scale will apply such entrance block of 33 semester hours. requirements equally to transfer w Science and Mathematics: Established students from regionally accredited curriculum block of 51-53 semester South Carolina public institutions hours. regardless of whether students are w Teacher Education: Established transferring from a four-year or two- curriculum block of 38-39 semester year institution. hours for Early Childhood, Elementary, B. Any multi-campus institution or and Special Education students only. system will certify by letter to the Secondary education majors and Commission that all coursework at all students seeking certification who are of its campuses applicable to a not majoring in teacher education particular degree program of study is should consult the Arts, Humanities, fully acceptable in transfer to meet and Social Sciences or the Math and degree requirements in the same Science transfer blocks, as relevant, to degree program at any other of its assure transferability of coursework. campuses. w Nursing: By statewide agreement, at least 60 semester hours will be 4. Any coursework (individual courses, accepted by any public four-year transfer blocks, statewide agreements) institution toward the baccalaureate covered within these procedures will be completion program (BSN) from transferable to any public institution graduates of any South Carolina public without any additional fee and without any Associate Degree Program in Nursing
18 19 Admission Policies and Procedures (ADN), provided that the program is Related Reports and Statewide Documents accredited by the National League of 8. All applicable recommendations found Nursing and that the graduate has in the Commission’s report to the successfully passed the National General Assembly on the School-to- Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and Work Act (approved by the Commission is a currently licensed Registered Nurse. and transmitted to the General Assembly (For complete texts and information on July 6, 1995) are hereby incorporated about these statewide transfer blocks/ into the procedures for transfer of agreements, consult the chief transfer coursework among two- and four-year officer as listed on page 16.) institutions.
6. Any “unique” academic program not 9. The policy paper entitled State Policy on specifically or by extension covered by Transfer and Articulation, as amended to one of the statewide transfer blocks/ reflect changes in the numbers of transfer agreements listed in #4 above will either blocks and other Commission action since create its own transfer block of 35 or more July 6, 1995, is hereby adopted as the credit hours with the approval of CHE statewide policy for institutional good staff or will adopt either the Arts/ practice in the sending and receiving of all Social Sciences/Humanities or the course credits to be transferred. (Contact the Science/Mathematics block. The Division of Academic Affairs for copies of institution at which such program is this report.) located will inform the staff of the CHE and every institutional President and Vice Assurance of Quality President for Academic Affairs about this 10. All claims from any public two- or four- decision. year institution challenging the effective preparation of any other public 7. Any student who has completed either an institution’s coursework for transfer Associate of Arts or Associate of Science purposes will be evaluated and degree program at any public two-year appropriate measures will be taken to South Carolina institution which contains reassure that the quality of the within it the total coursework found in coursework has been reviewed and either the Arts/Social Sciences/Humanities approved on a timely basis by sending Transfer Block or the Science/Math and receiving institutions alike. This Transfer Block will automatically be process of formal review will occur entitled to junior-level status or its every four years through the staff of the equivalent at whatever public senior Commission on Higher Education, institution to which the student might have beginning with the approval of these been admitted. (Note: As agreed by the procedures. Committee on Academic Affairs, junior status applies only to campus activities Statewide Publication and Distribution of such as priority order for registration for Information on Transfer courses, residence hall assignments, 11. The staff of the Commission on Higher parking, athletic event tickets, etc., and not Education will print and distribute copies in calculating academic degree credits.) of these Procedures upon their acceptance by the Commission. The staff will also place this document and the Appendices
20 21 Admission Policies and Procedures on the Commission’s Home Page on the w Work closely with feeder institutions Internet under the title “Transfer to assure ease in transfer for their Policies.” students. C. Designate other programmatic Transfer 12. By September 1 of each year, all public Officer(s) as the size of the institution four-year institutions will place the and the variety of its programs might following materials on their Internet web warrant. sites: D. Refer interested parties to the A. A copy of this entire document institutional Transfer Guide. B. A copy of the institution’s transfer E. Refer interested parties to institutional and guide Commission on Higher Education’s web sites for further information regarding 13. By September 1 of each year, the staff transfer. of the State Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education will place the 15. In recognition of its widespread acceptance following materials on its Internet web site: and use throughout the United States, A. A copy of this entire document SPEEDE/EXPRESS should be adopted by B. Provide to the Commission staff in all public institutions and systems as the format suitable for placing on the standard for electronic transmission of all Commission’s web site a list of all student transfer data. articulation agreements that each of the 16 technical colleges has with public and 16. In conjunction with the colleges and other four-year institutions of higher universities, develop and implement a education, together with information statewide Transfer Equivalency Database about how interested parties can access at the earliest opportunity. (As an electronic those agreements counseling guide, this computerized, online instrument will allow students and advisors 14. Each two-year and four-year public to access all degree requirements for every institutional catalog will contain a major at every public four-year institution section entitled “Transfer: State Policies in South Carolina. Also, the Database will and Procedures.” Such section at a allow students to obtain a better minimum will: understanding of institutional programs and A. Publish these procedures in their program requirements and select their transfer entirety (except Appendices). courses accordingly, especially when the B. Designate a Chief Transfer Officer at student knows the institution and the major to the institution who will: which he/she is transferring.) w Provide information and other appropriate support for students Development of Common Course System considering transfer and recent 17. Adopt a common statewide course transfers. numbering system for common freshman w Serve as a clearinghouse for and sophomore courses of the technical information on issues of transfer in colleges, two-year regional campuses of the State of South Carolina. the University of South Carolina, and the w Provide definitive institutional rulings senior institutions. on transfer questions for the institution’s students under these procedures. 18. Adopt common course titles and descriptions for common freshman and sophomore
20 21 Admission Policies and Procedures courses of the technical colleges, two-year NOTE: Students enrolled in the Associate in regional campuses of the University of Arts, Associate in Science and General Studies South Carolina, and the senior institutions. Certificate Programs MUST select courses from The Commission will convene statewide the official college transfer courses listed below disciplinary groups to engage in formal to fulfill degree and certificate requirements. dialogue for these purposes.
(A common course numbering system and common course titles and descriptions for Course Title Credits lower-division coursework at all public institutions in the state can help reduce ACC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 confusion among students about the ACC 102 Accounting Principles II 3 equivalency of their two-year coursework ANT 101 General Anthropology 3 with lower-division coursework at the four- ART 101 History & Appreciation of Art 3 year level. To this end, a common system ART 105 Film as Art 3 leaves no doubt about the comparability ART 108 History of Western Art 3 of content, credit and purpose among the AST 101 Solar System Astronomy 4 lower-division courses at all public colleges AST 102 Stellar Astronomy 4 and universities in South Carolina. It would BIO 101 Biological Science I 4 also help eliminate institutional disagreement BIO 102 Biological Science II 4 over the transferability of much lower- BIO 210 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 division coursework, thus clearing a path for BIO 211 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 easier movement between the technical BIO 225 Microbiology 4 colleges and senior institutions.) CHM 110 College Chemistry I 4 CHM 111 College Chemistry II 4 The 86 college transfer courses approved by the CHM 112 College Chemistry III 4 Commission on Higher Education are listed on CHM 211 Organic Chemistry I 4 pages 22-23. CHM 212 Organic Chemistry II 4 ECO 210 Macroeconomics 3 ECO 211 Microeconomics 3 APPENDIX A: Technical College ENG 101 English Composition I 3 ENG 102 English Composition II 3 Courses Transferable to Senior ENG 201 American Literature I 3 Institutions ENG 202 American Literature II 3 College transfer courses are widely accepted ENG 203 American Literature Survey 3 for academic credit in South Carolina and other ENG 205 English Literature I 3 states; however; the acceptance of transfer credits ENG 206 English Literature II 3 is strictly the responsibility of the receiving ENG 208 World Literature I 3 institution. Therefore, students are encouraged ENG 209 World Literature II 3 to contact the institution they wish to attend for ENG 214 Fiction 3 guidance. Many of these institutions will accept ENG 218 Drama 3 transfer credits for official transfer courses as ENG 222 Poetry 3 well as many other courses taught at Aiken ENG 230 Women in Literature 3 Technical College. ENG 236 African-American Literature 3
22 Admission Policies and Procedures Course Title Credits Course Title Credits
ENG 260 Advanced Technical PHI 106 Logic II/Inductive Reasoning 3 Communication 3 PHI 110 Ethics 3 FRE 101 Elementary French I 4 PHI 115 Contemporary Moral Issues 3 FRE 102 Elementary French II 4 PHY 201 Physics I 4 FRE 201 Intermediate French I 3 PHY 202 Physics II 4 FRE 202 Intermediate French II 3 PHY 221 University Physics I 4 HUS 101 Introduction to Human Services 3 PHY 222 University Physics II 4 GEO 101 Introduction to Geography 3 PHY 223 University Physics III 4 GEO 102 World Geography 3 PSC 201 American Government 3 GER 101 Elementary German I 4 PSC 215 State & Local Government 3 GER 102 Elementary German II 4 PSY 201 Introduction to Psychology 3 HIS 101 Western Civilization to 1689 3 PSY 203 Human Growth & Development 3 HIS 102 Western Civilization Post 1689 3 PSY 208 Human Sexuality 3 HIS 201 American History: Discovery PSY 212 Abnormal Psychology 3 to 1877 3 SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 HIS 202 American History: 1877 to 3 SOC 102 Marriage & the Family 3 Present SOC 205 Social Problems 3 HUS 101 Introduction to SOC 206 Social Psychology 3 Human Services 3 SOC 210 Juvenile Delinquency 3 MAT 110 College Algebra 3 SOC 220 Sociology & the Family 3 MAT 111 College Trigonometry 3 SOC 235 Thanatology 3 MAT 120 Probability & Statistics 3 SPA 101 Beginning Spanish I 4 MAT 122 Finite College Math 3 SPA 102 Beginning Spanish II 4 MAT 130 Elementary Calculus 3 SPA 201 Intermediate Spanish I 3 MAT 140 Analytical Geometry/ SPA 202 Intermediate Spanish II 3 Calculus I 4 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 MAT 141 Analytical Geometry/ SPC 210 Oral Interpretation of Literature 3 Calculus II 4 THE 101 Introduction to the Theatre 3 MAT 242 Differential Equations 4 MUS 105 Music Appreciation 3 PHI 101 Introduction to Philosophy 3 PHI 105 Introduction to Logic 3
23 Tuition & Fees Maintenance ...... $14.00 Tuition and Fees The tuition and fees listed on the facing page Engineering ...... $21.00 are subject to change. These tuition rates were Machine Tool ...... $12.00 in effect as of Fall 2006 and should be accurate. Welding ...... $29.00 However, changes sometimes take place after Biology ...... $22.64 this catalog prints. For the most current rates Chemistry ...... $19.50 check our Web site: www.atc.edu Additional Non-Refundable Fees A student must pay all tuition and fees in full Enrollment Fee (per semester)...... $60 before the beginning of each semester, prior to Re-Processing Fee...... $30 the first day of classes. Payments received on (each time of reinstatement) or after the first day of classes incur a late fee. Late Registration Fee...... $25 (begins first day of class) Deferred tuition payment plans are available. Exemption Exam (per exam)...... $30 A copy of the terms and conditions may be Returned Check Fee...... $30 obtained at the Cashier Office. In order to be re-registered for the term, students The charts on the following page show tuition who register for classes and are dropped from and fees for Aiken County residents, other South their classes due to nonpayment of fees will Carolina residents, and out-of-state students be a charged a “re-processing fee” of $30. The based on the number of credit hours a student is enrollment and re-processing fees are non- carrying. Residents of Richmond and Columbia refundable. They are payable each semester (or Counties pay Aiken County tuition plus a $15 when the student is reinstated for the semester). reciprocity fee. Tuition and fees for auditing a class are the same as for credit classes. Any student presenting a check to ATC that is returned by the bank will be charged a $30 A full-time student is enrolled in 12 or more processing fee. The students must then pay all credit hours per semester. fees and collection charges to the 2nd Circuit Solicitor’s Worthless Check Unit, located at Students approved to register for 19 or more 109 Park Ave., Aiken, S.C. credit hours will be charged for each additional credit hour. The rate per additional credit hour Student Refund Policy is $122.00 for Aiken County residents, $137.00 Only students who submit a completed Add/ for other South Carolina residents, and $351.00 Drop/Withdrawal Form within the specified for out-of-state residents. In addition to tuition, deadline for the academic term for which the enrollment and technology fees, classes that refund is requested may receive a refund. Non- require laboratory or shop work have a lab fee refundable fees are not eligible for refunds. per the following schedule: 1. Should the College cancel a class, the Lab Fees College refunds the full tuition with no Dental Assisting ...... $24.00 action required by the student. Nursing ...... $23.00 Radiological Technology ...... $14.00 2. A student who elects to request an exemption Surgical Technology ...... $16.00 exam for course(s) after the add/drop date Air Conditioning ...... $21.00 is not eligible for a refund since a grade Automotive ...... $20.00 will be issued.
24 Aiken County * Out-Of-State Credit Aiken Technology Non-Refund Credit Student Technology Non-Refund Hours County Fee Enrollment TOTAL Hours Tuition Fee Enrollment TOTAL Tuition Fee Fee 15-18 $1460.00 $60.00 $75.00 $1595.00 15-18 $4212.00 $181.00 $75.00 $4468.00 14 $1460.00 $60.00 $75.00 $1595.00 14 $4212.00 $181.00 $75.00 $4468.00 13 $1460.00 $60.00 $75.00 $1595.00 13 $4212.00 $181.00 $75.00 $4468.00 12 $1460.00 $60.00 $75.00 $1595.00 12 $4212.00 $181.00 $75.00 $4468.00 11 $1342.00 $55.00 $75.00 $1472.00 11 $3861.00 $165.00 $75.00 $4101.00 10 $1220.00 $50.00 $75.00 $1345.00 10 $3510.00 $150.00 $75.00 $3735.00 9 $1098.00 $45.00 $75.00 $1218.00 9 $3159.00 $135.00 $75.00 $3369.00 $976.00 $40.00 $75.00 $1091.00 8 8 $2808.00 $120.00 $75.00 $3003.00 $35.00 $75.00 $964.00 7 $854.00 7 $2457.00 $105.00 $75.00 $2637.00 6 $732.00 $30.00 $75.00 $837.00 6 $2106.00 $90.00 $75.00 $2271.00 5 $610.00 $25.00 $75.00 $710.00 5 $1755.00 $75.00 $75.00 $1905.00 4 $488.00 $20.00 $75.00 $583.00 4 $1404.00 $60.00 $75.00 $1539.00 3 $366.00 $15.00 $75.00 $456.00 3 $1053.00 $45.00 $75.00 $1173.00 2 $244.00 $10.00 $75.00 $329.00 2 $702.00 $30.00 $75.00 $807.00 1 $122.00 $5.00 $75.00 $202.00 1 $351.00 $15.00 $75.00 $441.00 *Residents of Richmond and Columbia Counties pay Aiken County tuition plus a $15.00 reciprocity fee. In-State (Out of Aiken County) Credit Student Technology Non-Refund 3. When a drop results in the student Hours Tuition Fee Enrollment TOTAL Fee taking fewer than 12 credit hours, the 15-18 $1644.00 $60.00 $75.00 $1779.00 College recalculates tuition based upon 14 $1644.00 $60.00 $75.00 $1779.00 the remaining credit hours. The difference 13 $1644.00 $60.00 $75.00 $1779.00 between the tuition after drop and the 12 $1644.00 $60.00 $75.00 $1779.00 original charge is the basis for calculating 11 $1507.00 $55.00 $75.00 $1637.00 any refund. 10 $1370.00 $50.00 $75.00 $1495.00 9 $1233.00 $45.00 $75.00 $1353.00 4. The College refunds full tuition and fees 8 $1096.00 $40.00 $75.00 $1211.00 for the current term to the beneficiary of 7 $959.00 $35.00 $75.00 $1069.00 any student who dies while enrolled as a 6 $822.00 $30.00 $75.00 $927.00 credit student. 5 $685.00 $25.00 $75.00 $785.00 4 $548.00 $20.00 $75.00 $643.00 5. The College will provide a 100% 3 $411.00 $15.00 $75.00 $501.00 tuition refund for any student who 2 $274.00 $10.00 $75.00 $359.00 drops from classes during the Add/ 1 $137.00 $5.00 $75.00 $217.00 Drop/Late Registration period (for each term/semester). There is no refund for only be processed for students dropping students withdrawing classes after this during the Add/Drop/Late Registration period has passed. period, students who withdraw after this period will owe the College or the 6. Title IV Student Aid (Federal and Pell) federal government if he/she withdraws prior to the 9th week of classes. A. A Title IV-sponsored student “earns” his/her aid by successfully attending B. A student who never attends a class class. The aid is not fully earned until the in any/all courses is considered to 9th week of class. Because a refund will
25 Tuition & Fees have dropped before the start of the students at the institution shall be granted to term. However, it is the student’s the student. The refund shall be distributed responsibility to drop any class he or proportionately to the student after she does not plan to attend. considering other resources received by the student for paying applicable tuition and C. A student withdrawing after the Add/ fee charges. The proportionate distribution Drop/Late Registration period receives shall take into account appropriate federal no refund unless the Vice President of and state regulations governing resources Student Services determines extenuating received by the student. Students must circumstances were present over which be offered the maximum price, based on the student had no control and which condition, for the textbooks associated with the student could not reasonably foresee the courses. at the time of registration. 2. When a student is required to cease attendance 7. Continuing Education Fees because of such military activation without See Workforce and Business Development completing and receiving a grade in one or beginning on page 159. more courses, the institution shall provide a reasonable opportunity for completion of 8. Veterans Administration Benefits the courses after deactivation. A student receiving Veterans Administration benefits while enrolled Financial Aid in a non-degree program receives a Mission prorata refund of tuition and refundable The mission of the Aiken Technical College fees calculated on the number of class (ATC) Financial Aid Office (FAO) is to offer days attended. financial aid information to prospective and continuing students and to provide qualified 9. Refunds Due To Academic Suspension applicants with financial resources to assist in A student who has paid tuition and non- their cost of education. refundable fees for an upcoming term and is subsequently placed on academic Statement of Good Practice suspension for that term receives 100 The FAO adheres to the National Association of percent refund of tuition and fees paid. Student Financial Aid Administrators Statement of Good Practice in the administration of all Student Refund Policy programs and in the disclosure of information for Miltary Activation to other parties. The following became law June 24, 2002: Family Education Rights 1. When any person is activated for full- and Privacy Act (FERPA) time military service during a time of A student or parent of a dependent student national crisis and, therefore, is required has the right to inspect and review financial to cease attending a public institution of aid records pertaining to the student. This higher learning without completing and information may not be disclosed except to the receiving a grade in one or more courses, extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without the assistance provided in this section written consent. A form authorizing parent or is required with regard to courses not others to review student financial aid or student completed. A complete refund of tuition services files is available in the Admissions and and academic fees as are assessed against all Records and Financial Aid Offices. 26 Financial Aid Communication and Award Notices programs, the student and his or her family The Financial Aid Office communicates with must complete the Free Application for students through their WebAdvisor and campus Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by May 1 each e-mail accounts. These resources are accessible year for priority consideration. Financial aid through the ATC Web site at www.atc.edu. It is not automatically renewable. The FAFSA is the student’s responsibility to periodically must be submitted each year and should be view their student account. completed on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The ATC FAO recommends applying for a PIN Principles of Financial Aid number with the Department of Education Students who have satisfactory academic at www.pin.ed.gov at least one week prior records and are in need of aid may qualify for to completing the FAFSA on-line. Applying financial assistance. Although the primary for a PIN number in advance will expedite responsibility for financing an education the process. Students also have the option of remains with students and their families, ATC completing a paper version of the FAFSA. participates in several programs designed to These forms are available in the financial aid supplement the family contribution in order to office or at any area high school guidance meet the financial need of the student. Financial office. A student should allow three to five aid may consist of a grant, a scholarship, campus weeks for processing of the on-line application employment, or any combination of these as and six to eight weeks for processing of the determined by the policies of the FAO. paper application.
The primary principles of administering Applications should be submitted by the financial aid programs are as follows: following dates: 1. Financial aid is designed to provide Term Date financial help to students who need Fall...... June 1 additional resources to pursue their Spring...... October 1 education and career objectives. Summer...... February 15
2. It is viewed only as supplementary to the Applications submitted after these dates will efforts of the student and/or family. continue to be processed but will not be guaranteed to be ready for payment purposes 3. It may take the form of a job, grant, at registration. Students applying late should scholarship, or a combination of any of prepare to pay for their cost of tuition, fees, these. books and supplies. If a student is deemed eligible after payment has been made, he or she 4. It is based upon the student’s ability to will be reimbursed based on eligibility after make satisfactory progress according to mid-term of the semester. the College’s Financial Aid Standards of Academic Progress (SAP), and To participate in federal student financial aid programs, ATC is required by federal 5. Financial aid can be reviewed and cancelled regulations to maintain a financial aid office at any time due to changes in the financial that coordinates the delivery to students of all or the academic status of the student as funds from all sources. Students who receive determined by the FAO. aid in addition to federal student financial aid are required to report the amount and source to To determine whether or not a student is the Financial Aid Office. eligible for federal student financial aid 27 Financial Aid Determination of Financial Need Title IV Student Eligibility Requirements ATC’s financial aid programs assist students A student must meet the following eligibility who have financial need determined by the requirements to receive federal assistance: Department of Education’s federal processor. • Have financial need as determined One of the principles behind need-based aid through the completion of the FAFSA. is that students and their families should pay • Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment for educational expenses to the extent they are in an eligible program of study offering able. A financial need exists if the resources a certificate, diploma, or degree of the family (expected family contribution or consisting of at least 16 semester credit EFC) do not meet the total cost of attending hours (continuing education and career the College. development are not eligible programs). • Be a regular student (continuing ed The total costs of attendance (student budget) and transient students are not regular are estimates of the total costs a student incurs students). as a full-time student for the nine-month • Have a high school diploma, GED or academic period. These costs include tuition, qualifying COMPASS scores to meet fees, books, supplies, room, board, personal Title IV ability-to-benefit regulations. and transportation expenses. Listed below is • Be a U. S. citizen or eligible non-citizen, an estimated sample budget for the 2006-2007 • Be registered with Selective Service nine-month academic year. (males only). • Not be in default of a Title IV student loan. Aiken County Resident • Not owe a repayment of Title IV aid Living w/Parent All Others such as Pell, FSEOG, ACG or Smart Tuition & Fees* $3,300 $3,300 Grant. Books/Supplies $900 $900 • Maintain satisfactory academic progress. Room & Board $1,800 $4,050 • Not concurrently enrolled in an Personal $1,500 $1,500 elementary or secondary school. Transportation $1,500 $1,500 • Have a valid social security number. TOTAL: $9,000 $11,250 • Have not earned a baccalaureate degree.
Out-of-County Resident Eligible Programs/Courses Living w/Parent All Others and Enrollment Status Tuition & Fees** $3,600 $3,600 A student must enroll in an eligible program Books/Supplies $900 $900 to receive any type of federal aid. Continuing Room & Board $1,800 $4,050 Education and Career Development are not Personal $1,500 $1,500 eligible programs. Audited courses will not Transportation $3,000 $3,000 be considered in determining a student’s TOTAL: $10,800 $13,050 enrollment status. A student is paid only for those courses required for graduation or * Estimated: Tuition and fees are subject to as a prerequisite for courses required in the change each year. program. Academic advisors may report to the ** Estimated: Richmond/Columbia Counties financial aid office any student who is enrolled include the same components of Aiken in a class that is not required for his or her County Resident and Out-of-State program of study. Resident includes the same components of Aiken County Residents with the The original award letter is based on full-time exception of Tuition and Fees. enrollment for the academic year. A student 28 Financial Aid who is not full-time will have his or her award Students who receive a federal work-study prorated based on the actual hours enrolled award and obtain employment through this and attended. Full-time status consists of program are paid once a month by direct enrollment in a minimum of 12 credit hours. deposit. Three-quarter time status consists of nine- 11 credit hours; half-time status is six-eight Transfer, Transient and credit hours and less than half-time status is Dual Enrollment Status one to five credit hours. An example of this Financial aid awards cannot be transferred from is a student that is awarded the Pell Grant one college to another. Students must have the for $2,000 for full-time enrollment but only results of the FAFSA sent to the new college. attends three-quarter time, that student will Students transferring to ATC must request a receive $1,500 rather than $2,000. If that duplicate Student Aid Report (SAR) if the student enrolls half-time, he/she will receive results of the FAFSA have not been released $1,000 or if enrolled less than half-time $500. to ATC. This can be accomplished by calling the Federal Processor at 1-800-4FEDAID and Withdrawals and Courseload Changes requesting that our institution be added. ATC’s If a student registers for a class and does not Title IV school code is 010056. The student attend at least one time, the student must will be required to provide his/her social officially withdraw by the end of the drop/add security number, last name, date of birth and period to receive a 100% refund. If the student Data Release Number (DRN). The DRN is does not officially withdraw, he/she will owe provided on the Student Aid Report provided the College for the class for which he/she by the Department of Education. cannot receive financial aid. Students classified as transient can only receive The student is required to notify the FAO of financial aid from their home institution. In any courseload adjustments. The FAO will addition, students who attend more than one adjust the financial aid award accordingly. college in the same enrollment period cannot However, if the student does not notify the receive financial aid from both institutions FAO, he/she may owe money to the College The financial aid can only be disbursed by the once the adjustment is made. home institution.
How You Receive Your Assistance Satisfactory Academic Progress A student who applies on time and is eligible Students receiving financial assistance through will have his or her direct educational expenses a federal or state program must be making of tuition and fees deducted from the assistance satisfactory progress toward a degree, diploma that has been awarded (excluding Federal or certificate. The financial aid office monitors Work Study awards.) The Business Office will the progress of all students receiving financial disburse funds available after these expenses aid to ensure that they are making satisfactory have been paid shortly after mid-term of the progress toward completion of their program in semester. a reasonable period of time. This policy is in addition to the academic standards required by A student whose financial aid is not approved the College. The cumulative review determines in time to pay these fees up front and pays for the student’s eligibility for financial assistance these costs out-of-pocket will be reimbursed based on his or her academic history. Whether by the Business Office after mid-term based on the student has received financial assistance their enrollment status and eligibility. previously is not a factor in determining eligibility. 29 Financial Aid Completion Rate Suspension Students must satisfactorily complete at least The completion rate and the GPA standard 67 percent of the total credit hours attempted are assessed at the end of the Spring and at ATC. Grades of F, W, WF, U, and NC are Summer terms. If a student does not meet the not considered satisfactory; however, they minimum grade point average and/or complete are considered as attempted credit hours and the minimum number of credits required, the may endanger a student’s eligibility for future student is placed on financial aid suspension. terms. A student’s completion rate will be Students may have their aid re-established by evaluated after attempting 24 credit hours submitting a letter of appeal with supporting documentation to the director of Financial Aid. Grade Point Average (GPA) Students who have attempted 24 or more credit A student who has attempted the maximum hours must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA. number of developmental course work, maximum number of credit hours allowed for Length of Eligibility, their program of study or has exceeded the i.e. Maximum Time Frame (MTF) allowed number of program changes is placed A student may receive financial aid for 1.5 on financial aid suspension. times the published length of the program of study provided the student meets the academic Each student is notified in writing when standards outlined in this policy. For example, placed on suspension; however, it remains a student enrolled in a 60 credit hour program the responsibility of the student to be aware is eligible until 90 credit hours are attempted. of their academic standing. A student that Transfer hours may be included when assessing is allowed to return on academic probation the MTF. A student may repeat a course but through the Admissions and Records Office is repetitions will count toward the MTF. not automatically eligible for financial aid.
Program Changes Appeals A student is allowed two program of study The director of Financial Aid accepts appeals changes before completing a degree, diploma or for students placed on suspension. A letter of certificate. Additional changes by the student appeal should explain the reason(s) why the may result in suspension. A student changing student is not meeting the minimum standards from one program into a different program of academic progress and include supporting with fewer total required credit hours may lose documentation when applicable. Appeals may federal and state eligibility immediately upon be approved reinstating a student’s financial aid, making this change. A student considering a however, the FAO reserves the right to place change of study should consult with the FAO academic conditions on reinstated students. to discuss the effect of a change on SAP. A student whose appeal is denied by the Developmental Course Work Financial Aid Office may appeal to the Vice Financial aid recipients may take a maximum President of Student Services. The student of 30 credit hours of developmental course must submit an appeal to the Vice President of work which consists of English, Math and Student Services within five working days of Reading courses numbered zero–100. These receipt of the denial letter. courses count toward hours attempted and will be considered in determining SAP. Students whose eligibility is not reinstated after the appeals process must pay tuition and fees during registration to enroll at ATC. 30 Financial Aid Types of Financial Aid Federal Supplemental Educational Grants Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Federal Pell Grant The FSEOG program is a federal student aid The Federal Pell Grant is a federal student program from which a student can obtain up to aid program that provides grants for students $4,000 each year depending on their financial attending college who have not previously need, the availability of these funds and the received a baccalaureate degree. Eligibility is amount of other aid received. To qualify for based on the students and/or families resources this program the student must meet all federal and determined by a formula developed by eligibility requirements as discussed in the the U.S. Department of Education. Federal Student Eligibility Requirements Section of eligibility requirements are discussed in the this catalog and enroll for at least 3 credit Student Eligibility Requirements Section of hours. The average award for an ATC student this catalog. Awards range from $400 to $4,310 is $300 per semester. Completion of the per academic year for full-time enrollment. FAFSA is required to obtain this program. Awards are prorated each semester based on a student’s enrollment status. Completion of the South Carolina Need Based Grant (SCNB) FAFSA is required to obtain this program. The SCNB program is designed to provide financial assistance to South Carolina’s neediest Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) students. The grant assists students who wish ACG is a federal grant program designed to to attend public or independent colleges or encourage high school students to participate universities in the state of South Carolina. in a rigorous high school curriculum to To be eligible, a student must be a (1) S.C. better prepare for college. To be eligible, resident as determined by the Admissions and a student must be a US citizen, a Federal Records Office, (2) enrolled in at least six Pell Grant recipient, enrolled full-time in a credit hours, (3) have a minimum GPA of 2.0 degree program and have completed a rigorous and (4) meet federal eligibility requirements as secondary school program of study. Students listed in the Student Eligibility Requirements enrolled in their first academic year must Section of this catalog. The maximum award have graduated from high school after January is $2,500 each year depending on financial 1, 2007. Students enrolled in their second need, the availability of these funds and the academic year must have graduated from high amount of other aid received. This program school after January 1, 2006. is not available for the summer semester. The average award for an ATC student is $500 The award amount for students in the first per year. Recipients of this program will be academic year of the program of study is $750 required to complete and return to the FAO per year. The award amount for students in the a signed affidavit prior to disbursal of funds. second academic year of the program of study Completion of the FAFSA is required to obtain is $1,300 per year. To receive an ACG for the this program. second academic year of the program of study, the student must earn at least 24 credit hours South Carolina Lottery Tuition Assistance and have a minimum, cumulative GPA of Program (SC-LTAP) 3.0 and continue to meet all other elegibility The SC-LTAP is funded by the State of South criteria. Carolina. To be eligible for this program, the student must be a South Carolina resident as determined by the Admissions and Records Office and remain enrolled in at least six credit hours. To qualify for the program the
31 Financial Aid student must complete the FAFSA and meet State Legislative Incentive for Future federal eligibility requirements as listed in the Excellence (LIFE) Scholarship Student Eligibility Requirements Section of The LIFE Scholarship is an academic this catalog with the exception of a high school scholarship funded by the State of South diploma or GED requirement. The SC-LTAP Carolina and all applicants must meet the program is designed to assist in payment of a following criteria: students cost of tuition. It cannot be used to • Must be a legal resident of South Carolina; pay for books/supplies or other items. It can • Must be U. S. Citizen or a permanent only be used to receive one certificate, diploma resident; or associate degree. A five-year wait will be • Must have graduated from high school required before the student can receive the or completed a home school program SC-LTA Program for an additional certificate, as prescribed by Law that meet one of diploma or associate degree. Please refer to the following requirements for high the SC-LTAP Brochure provided by the ATC school graduation: Financial Aid Office for detailed information A. Graduated from a high school regarding this program or visit the SC State located in the state of South Carolina Technical College System website at: -OR- www.sctechsystem.com/lottery/lotteryinfo.htm. B. Graduated from a home school program in SC in the manner Scholarships required by law Scholarships are offered through a variety of -OR- sources with a variety of eligibility requirements. C. Graduated from a high school located Students can receive scholarships in addition to outside of SC, while a dependent of Federal and State aid. However, the total of all a parent or guardian who is a legal scholarships and financial aid received cannot resident of SC and has custody of the exceed the cost of attendance as determined by dependent; the ATC FAO. • Must attend an eligible SC public or private college or university; Institutional Scholarships • Must have no felony convictions or any The ATC Foundation awards scholarships to alcohol or other drug related students who have demonstrated outstanding misdemeanors; academic achievement in high school or college • Must not be a SC HOPE Scholarship, level course work. Some scholarships are based Palmetto Fellows Scholarship or Lottery on general academic achievement, while others Tuition Assistance recipient; and are based on potential in specific academic • Must not be in default nor owe a refund areas. Students are selected primarily during or repayment on any Federal or State the spring semester (March) for scholarships to financial aid. be awarded for the following academic year. A second selection process for new or unclaimed LIFE GPA: Continuing and transfer students scholarships takes place in early fall (October.) are required to provide official high school A listing of the scholarships offered and their and college transcripts for each institution eligibility requirements are listed online at attended. All college coursework attempted www.atcfoundation.org. Completion of an at another institution or while in high school ATC Foundation Scholarship Application and will be calculated into the LIFE GPA formula. the FAFSA is necessary to be considered for Students who wish to be considered for one of the College’s scholarships. the LIFE Scholarship must complete the appropriate forms with the ATC Admissions & Records Office. 32 Financial Aid To determine if you will need to attend the considered earned course work and therefore summer semester, it is recommended that a does not qualify towards the full-time status LIFE GPA calculation be requested prior to requirement. A student who must take remedial each summer session. classes and cannot receive the LIFE Scholarship will have the LIFE Scholarship available for Additional Criteria for Entering Freshmen the next semester if the student is enrolled in a • 3.0 cumulative grade point average minimum of 12 non-remedial credits. (GPA) at the time of high school graduation The student can receive the LIFE Scholarship • Enroll in 12 or more non-remedial credit for two semesters if enrolled in a one-year hours per semester (15 recommended) program or for four semesters if enrolled in a two-year program. Additional Criteria for Continuing Students • Completed a minimum of 30 non- Funding for the LIFE Scholarship Program remedial credit hours during the is contingent upon state approval each year. previous academic year with a minimum These guidelines may not be inclusive of all cumulative collegiate GPA of 3.0 eligibility requirements and are subject to • Enroll in 12 or more non-remedial credit change. hours per semester For more information regarding the LIFE Scholarship Program and LIFE GPA Additional Criteria for Transferring Students calculations, visit the SC Commission on • Completed a minimum of 30 non- Higher Education’s Web site at: remedial credit hours during the www.che400.state.sc.us previous academic year from all previously attended institutions with a Employment minimum cumulative collegiate GPA of 3.0 Institutional Employment • Enroll in 12 or more non-remedial credit Institutional employment allows students to hours per semester (15 recommended) work on campus without applying for financial • Submit official transcripts from all post- aid. Limited jobs are available year-round and secondary institutions attended are listed through the Human Resources Office located in Room 119 of the Ashley J. Little Renewal Criteria Administration Bldg. In order to retain eligibility for the LIFE Scholarship after the initial year, the student Federal Work Study Program (FWS) must: The FWS program is a federal student aid • Enroll full-time (12 or more credit hours) program that allows the student an opportunity during the period of scholarship to work part-time on campus or at other disbursement designated sites to help meet their educational • Earn and maintain at least a cumulative expenses. A student can earn up to his or 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale her FWS award during the academic year. • Earn 30 non-remedial credit hours by Expected earnings are not used toward the the end of the academic year. student’s institutional charges such as tuition, fees and books. Since positions are limited, The LIFE Scholarship cannot be disbursed students should apply early. Available positions for a summer term and cannot be used for are listed through the Human Resources Office continuing education or remedial (transitional) located in Room 119 of the Ashley J. Little courses. Remedial course work (courses that Administration Building. begin with zero or numbered 100) is not 33 Financial Aid Loans Free Tuition for Children of Certain ATC does not participate in any of the federal War Veterans student or parent loan programs. However, A child of a wartime veteran may be eligible students can apply for an “Education Loan” to receive this benefit. Eligibility and through Wells Fargo at www.wellsfargo.com. application information may be obtained from any County Veterans Affairs Office or Other Assistance by writing the Governor’s Office, Division Technical Scholars of Veteran Affairs, 1205 Pendleton Street, Sponsorships cover all college tuition, fees, Columbia, SC 29201. Calls are accepted at textbooks and provide paid part-time jobs (803) 255-4317 or (803) 255-4256. for selected students. Students applying for these scholarships must be fully accepted into Workforce Investment Act (WIA) an appropriate associate’s degree program, This program provides job seekers a wide meet scholarship application criteria; agree array of career planning, education and to comply with all sponsoring employer’s employment services. Assistance may include interviews and other required screenings. the cost of training for an approved program Sponsoring employers make the final decision as well as financial assistance for childcare on who is offered scholarship(s) based upon and transportation to facilitate the customer’s their needs and the applicant’s qualifications. attainment of meaningful employment Students interested in the Technical Scholars consistent with their interest and abilities. Program should contact Ms. Robin Perrett by South Carolina residents may call (803) 593- calling (803) 593-9231 ext. 1308. 9231 ext. 1283 or visit the ATC One Stop Career Center in room 109 of the Ashley J. Single Parent/Displaced Homemaker Program Little Building for more information. Georgia The Perkins Vocational Educational Act residents may call the Richmond-Burke Job provides funds to single parents and displaced Training Authority at (706) 721-1858. homemakers for limited childcare and transportation expenses. For further details, Veterans Assistance contact Mrs. Evelyn Pride-Patterson in room Aiken Technical College is approved for 107H of the Ashley J. Little Building or by veterans’ benefits by the South Carolina calling (803) 593-9231 ext. 1222. Commission on Higher Education for training veterans and dependents under Title 38 of the Vocational Rehabilitation U.S. Code; Chapter 30, Montgomery G.I. Bill; A student with a documented disability or Chapter 31, Disabled Veterans; Chapter 32, impairment may be eligible for assistance VEAP; Chapter 35, children and widows of through the county vocational rehabilitation totally disabled or deceased veterans resulting office. The vocational rehabilitation office from service-connected conditions; Title 10 of will require completion of a Form 135. In the U.S. Code; and Chapter 1606, members of addition, the student must apply for federal the Selected Reserve. See the Admissions and financial aid by completing the FAFSA before Records Office for further information. being considered for this assistance. Residents of S.C. may call (803) 641-7630 or visit their Application for Benefits website at www.scvrd.net for more information. Before applying for benefits, a veteran must Residents of Georgia may call (706) 650-5638 first be accepted into a program of study by the or visit their website at www.vocrehabga.org. ATC Admissions and Records Office. After completing the admissions process, the veteran must take a certified copy of his/her DD-214 to the Veterans Affairs/Records Office. 34 Financial Aid The Veteran must furnish the Admissions and be determined if reinstated for the student’s Records Office with an official transcript from the present program or if the program will have to high school of graduation and official transcripts be changed. from all colleges attended for evaluation. The veteran must have an evaluation of his/her A student whose benefits have been reinstated military and college transcripts completed by after being terminated, but who fails to obtain the end of the first semester of a new program at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA the next semester of study. of enrollment is suspended from further benefits until he/she completes a semester with Information related to transcript evaluation is a 2.0 cumulative GPA or better. Unsatisfactory obtained from the Admissions and Records grade reports (below 2.0 cumulative GPA) in Office. Veterans Affairs may not pay benefits any subsequent semester will again result in beyond two semesters unless this evaluation the suspension of benefits until he/she attains a process has been completed. It is the satisfactory GPA. responsibility of the veteran to make sure the evaluation has been completed. In order to Grading Procedures for Veterans change programs, a veteran must complete In 1976, Congress amended the “G.I. Bill” a Change of Program Form in both the to encourage veterans to move toward the Admissions and Records Office and in the VA/ attainment of their educational career goals. The Records Office. The Veterans Administration law provides that no payment will be made to an authorizes two program changes. eligible veteran for auditing a course or taking a course in which the grade assigned is not used Conditions for Interruption in computing graduation requirements. of Veterans’ Benefits The following rules apply to those who receive In addition to the college’s academic standards veterans’ benefits: of progress described on page 45, the veteran/ 1. The “I” grade is a non-punitive grade as dependent must also meet the standards of defined by the Veterans Administration. progress set by the VA listed below. The grade is not permanent and carries only a message of a temporary condition Each veteran and eligible dependent must maintain that will change to a letter grade of A, B, a 2.0 cumulative GPA to receive benefits. An C, D or F. evaluation of progress will be done at the end of each semester on each VA recipient. 2. In the event that the veteran receives an “I” at the end of a semester, he/she must If a 2.0 cumulative GPA is not maintained accomplish further work in the course during any semester, the veteran will be placed at his/her own expense without on VA Probation for the following semester. If government reimbursement. a 2.0 cumulative GPA is achieved during the probationary semester, the probation status 3. A veteran cannot be certified for an “AU,” will be removed. “E,” or “NC” grade.
Failure to achieve a 2.0 cumulative GPA during 4. A veteran cannot be certified for any the probationary (two consecutive) semesters course not listed in his/her curriculum. If will result in termination of VA Educational electives are listed as part of the Benefits for unsatisfactory progress. Benefits curriculum, the veteran must not exceed are terminated until the student obtains a the total number of elective hours 2.0 cumulative GPA. If reinstated, it will designated by the program. A veteran 35 Financial Aid must take only electives that are listed as Aid to be returned approved electives or electives that have The percent of earned aid multiplied by the been approved in writing by the amount of federal financial aid disbursed. department head. The amount of aid to be returned is the 5. A veteran cannot be certified for responsibility of the College and the student. developmental or prerequisite courses However, the student will be responsible for that do not count toward graduation repaying the College for the amount that without written verification of test results the College was required to return on his or indicating a need for such courses. her behalf less any refund that the student is eligible for based on the institutional refund Veterans Change of Status policy. Therefore, a student who does not A recipient of veterans’ benefits must notify complete at least 60 percent of a semester may the VA/Records Office immediately of any owe a repayment to the College and/or the changes that may affect his/her pay status. federal government for the amount of unearned Such changes include a change of program, federal financial aid. change of hours, change of dependency, and change of address. A veteran can obtain the A student who owes the College may not be necessary forms and instructions in the VA/ permitted to register for a subsequent term or Records Office. Interested parties may obtain obtain an official academic transcript until the additional information on veterans’ benefits by debt is paid. Payment should be made to the calling the VA/Records Office at (803) 593- ATC Business Office. A student who owes the 9231, ext. 1244. federal government will be turned over to the U.S. Department of Education and be required Return of Financial Aid to provide documentation of a satisfactory A student’s federal financial aid eligibility must payment arrangement before federal or state be recalculated for students who withdraw, financial aid eligibility is restored. drop out, are dismissed or take a leave of absence prior to completing 60 percent of a semester. Federal financial aid includes Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) and Academic Competitiveness Grant.
The recalculation of eligibility is based on the percent of earned aid using the following formula:
Percent of earned aid The number of days attended in the semester divided by the total number of days in the semester.
Federal financial aid must be returned to the federal government based on the percent of unearned aid using the following formula:
36 Academic Policies
College Rules and Procedures
37 Academic Policies Aiken Technical College is accredited to • Major: A general area of study within a award associate degrees. Upon successful specialization completion of program requirements, ATC • Emphasis or Concentration: A more awards the Associate Degree in Science, the specific area of study within a Associate Degree in Arts, associate’s degrees specialization with business or technical majors, diplomas and certificates. Advanced Standing A student who has had similar or equal educational experiences to those required in Academic Affairs The General Education Division and the ATC’s curricula may be granted advanced Technical Education Division offer degrees, standing upon approval of the courses for diplomas and certificates. The mission of transfer and the successful completion of these academic divisions is to serve students required exemption examinations. by offering quality courses, programs and instructional support services. Advanced Placement DANTES (DSST) & CLEP ATC accepts results from the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), DANTES Core Educational Outcomes (DSST), and the Advanced Placement (AP) Aiken Technical College endorses and promotes tests for advanced placement and exemption the following core educational outcomes for all of classes. degree and diploma students: • Graduates should be able to create and The College Board (AP), DANTES, and comprehend written communications. Education Testing Service (CLEP) provide • Graduates should be able to listen for guidelines for awarding credit based on their understanding and express their views respective tests. These guidelines are followed orally. by ATC in awarding credit. • Graduates should be able to use a variety of logic skills to evaluate and solve For each level of credit to be awarded, a problems systematically. specific course prefix and number are listed • Graduates should be able to perform as an exemption on the student’s transcript. computational skills appropriate to their The College updates the list of scores as area of study. new information is received from the testing • Graduates should be able to comprehend agencies. The student must achieve the appropriate technology commensurate following scores to receive college credit: with their area of specialization. • Graduates should have research and Advanced Placement organizational skills necessary to locate, Test Score analyze, and synthesize information. American History...... 3 • Graduates should understand contemporary American Government/Politics...... 3 social values and develop an appreciation Art History...... 3 for cultural diversity. Biology...... 3 Calculus AB...... 3 Degree, Major and Emphasis or Calculus BC...... 3 Concentration Chemistry...... 3 The following definitions are offered for Computer Science...... 3 clarification: Computer Science: A...... 3 • Degree: A broad area of study within a specialization 38 Academic Policies Test Score GER 101 Level I 50 4 Computer Science: AB...... 3 German Language English Language & Comp...... 3 GER 101 & 102 Level II 52 8 English Lit. & Comp...... 3 German Language European History...... 3 HIS 101 Western Civ. I 50 3 Government & Politics (US)...... 3 Macroeconomics...... 3 HIS 102 Western Civ. II 50 3 Microeconomics...... 3 HIS 201 History of U.S. I 50 3 Math: Calculus AB...... 3 HIS 202 History of 50 3 Microeconomics...... 3 the U.S. II Physics B...... 3 MAT 110 Algebra 50 3 Physics C: Elec. & Mag...... 3 Physics C: Mechanics...... 3 MAT 111 Trigonometry 50 3 Psychology...... 3 MAT 140 Calculus w/ 50 4 Spanish Language...... 3 Elem. Functions Spanish Literature...... 3 MGT 101 Principles of 50 3 Statistics...... 3 Management United States History...... 3 World History...... 3 MKT 101 Principles of 50 3 Marketing Standard for Awarding Credit by PSC 201 American Gov’t. 50 3 Examination (CLEP) PSY 201 Intro. Psychology 50 3 ATC Course CLEP Exam Score Credits ACC 101 & 102 Principles of 50 6 PSY 203 Human Growth 50 3 Accounting & Development BIO 101 & 102 Biology 50 8 PSY 210 Educational 50 3 Psychology BUS 121 Introductory 50 3 Business Law SOC 101 Intro. Sociology 50 3 CHM 110 Gen. Chemistry 50 4 SPA 101 Level I 50 4 Spanish Language CPT 101 Info. Systems & 50 3 Computer Appl. SPA 101 & 102 Level II 52 8 Spanish Language ECO 210 Principles of Macroeconomics 50 3 Dantes (DSST) Testing Program ECO 211 Principles of 50 3 ATC Course Exam Score Credits Microeconomics ACC101 Principles of 47 3 Financial Accounting ENG 101 Freshman College 50 3 Composition ART101 Art of the 48 3 Western World ENG 102 Analysis & Inter. 50 3 of Literature BUS140 Business Math 48 3 ENG 205 English Lit. 50 3 CPT101 Introduction to 45 3 Computing FRE 101 Level I 50 4 French Language CRJ101 Criminal Justice 49 3 FRE 101 & 102 Level II 52 8 CRJ130 Introduction to 45 3 French Language Law Enforcement 39 Academic Policies ENG160 Technical 46 3 Military Training Credit Writing ATC is a member of Service Members’ HUS208 Drug and 49 3 Opportunity College Associate Degree Alcohol Abuse (SOCAD) and awards credit for military training and DANTES test scores based on LEG122 Business Law II 44 3 recommendations made by the American MAT110 Fundamentals of 47 3 Council on Education in its Guide to Evaluation College Algebra of Military Training. MAT120 Principles of 48 3 Statistics When actual training is verified through Dantes (DSST) Testing Program the appropriate military documents (DD-214 and DD-295), the training descriptions ATC Course Exam Score Credits and recommendations from the Guide may be MGT150 Principles of 46 3 routed to Academic Affairs so that specific Supervision equivalent courses at ATC can be assigned MGT201 Human 46 3 credit on a pass/fail basis. Resource Management MGT240 Organizational 48 3 Tech Prep Articulation Behavior ATC is part of the Aiken County Tech PHI110 Ethics in 46 3 Prep/School-to-Work Consortium. A high America school graduate of the Tech Prep program is often eligible for advanced placement in PSY203 Lifespan Dev. 46 3 many of the College’s technical and industrial Psychology programs. Articulation agreements are in PSY231 Fundamentals 45 3 place between the Aiken County School of Counseling District and the College. REL103 Introduction to 48 3 World Religions These agreements require certification by the high school teacher that the student has SFT109 Here’s To 48 3 Your Health mastered the competencies agreed upon. Upon receipt of this certification, the student receives SPC205 Principles of 47 3 credit for the course(s) as outlined in the Public Speaking articulation agreements.
Institutional Credit By Exam It is the student’s responsibility to obtain Where approved by the Department Chair, the signed certification from the high students may take exemption exams for school teacher and provide it with his/her courses in subject matter they believe they application to the College Admissions and have already mastered. Generally, students Records Office. must apply to the Department Chair and pay the required fee before registering for the class. If the request is denied or the student does not pass the exam, the student must take the course to obtain credit for it.
40 Academic Policies Career Development students are assisted in Advisement Academic advisement is an essential component this process through Counseling Services and of each ATC student's achievement of his or credit students are assigned a faculty advisor. her educational, career, and personal goals. It is accomplished through the utilization of a Attendance Requirements for full range of college and community resources. Satisfactory Progress To be successful, each student must establish It is the policy of Aiken Technical College a positive rapport with his or her academic to encourage and support student academic advisor. Together, the student and advisor will achievement and progress by adopting an 80 develop a program completion plan which will percent minimum attendance policy for all lead to graduation. credit classes. The calculation of absences begins with the date of the first class meeting. To successfully complete an academic (The only exception to this requirement is in program at ATC, each student should be those courses which permit enrollment on an aware that advisees (students) have a number ongoing basis.) of responsibilities. Advisees must: 1. One absence is defined as failing to 1. State and explain personal goals, values, attend one hour of class, lab, or shop. For abilities, inabilities, and interests. example, if a class meets two hours per day and a student misses one of those hours, 2. Contact the assigned advisor periodically then he or she is charged with one absence. to keep the lines of communication open and to keep the advisor aware of changes, 2. A student should attend all class and lab problems, etc. meetings. Individual faculty members are authorized to set attendance standards 3. Make appointments for advisement and higher than the 80 percent minimum to registration as early as possible to get reflect the needs and objectives of a given the classes desired and keep all scheduled course. It is the student’s responsibility to appointments with the advisor. As a see the instructor about missed work. courtesy, always call to cancel and reschedule if needed. 3. Withdrawals — The student is responsible for completing a Withdrawal 4. Become aware of the College's policies form to withdraw from one or more and procedures as outlined in the ATC courses. Disciplinary and Administrative Student Handbook beginning on page 205 Withdrawal cases are exceptions to this of the catalog. policy.
5. Bring all essential documents and 4. Violations of attendance requirements materials needed for advisement and may change the eligibility of the student scheduling. for financial aid or veterans benefits.
6. Accept responsibility for all decisions Auditing Courses regarding career, educational and A student who desires to attend classes regularly personal goals. but does not wish to take examinations or receive grades or credit may register as an
41 Academic Policies audit student. The decision to be an audit appropriate, he or she will set a time, date, and student must be made at the time of registration location for the exam and report the results and approved by the faculty member. Once the to the Admissions and Records Office. To class has started, the status cannot be changed. exempt, the student must earn at least a “C” on the exam. Once a student has enrolled to audit a course, he or she cannot take the course for credit or The Admissions and Records Office will vice versa within the same semester. An audit enter grades of “A,” “B,” or “C” on the student may choose whether to participate student’s record. A student who earns less in class discussions and take tests. An audit than a “C” on the exam must remain in the student must pay the same fees charged class to earn credit. students taking the class for credit. Early Alert Changing Schedules At the end of the fourth week of classes, A student may change schedules through the instructors report to the director of Admissions add/drop period each semester. and Records the names of students whose work is considered unsatisfactory. A student who To add or drop a course, the student must complete is notified that his/her grades are deficient at a Add/Drop/Withdrawal Form (available in the this time is referred to the Academic Success Admissions and Records Office), and submit it Center or Counseling Services for assistance. to the Admissions and Records Office. It is up to the student to get the help he or she needs in order to be successful in classes. Course Exemptions Exemption exams (Institutional Credit by Grade Point Average Exam) are available for any student who A grade point average (GPA) is maintained for wishes to avoid repeating subject matter which each credit student. The grade point average is has already been mastered. A student seeking determined by dividing the sum of the grade to exempt courses for which he/she has not points earned for each course by the total already registered must complete an Exemption number of credit hours attempted. Exam Request Form available through the Admissions and Records Office. If the exam A program grade point average of 2.0 is required request is approved, a $30 fee will be charged for graduation. To determine GPA, numerical for the exam. Upon the successful completion values are assigned to final grades as follows: of the exam under the appropriate instructor’s supervision, a grade of “E” will be entered on A = 4 points the student’s transcript for the class exempted. B = 3 points If the student does not pass the exemption C = 2 points exam, he or she must enroll through normal D = 1 point procedures in order to receive credit. See F = 0 points “Advanced Standing,” page 38. Grades A student already enrolled in a course is also Aiken Technical College students are awarded eligible for a course exemption. In such cases, one of the following grades for each course in a student may request an exemption exam which they are officially enrolled based on the from the instructor after the fifth class day of stated criteria: the term. If the instructor deems such an exam
42 Academic Policies 1. A* - Represents excellent work as points, and defaults to “F” automatically demonstrated by ability to master course after one semester unless the instructor content. “A” is used in GPA calculations, denotes a different grade. It is the earns credit hours, and carries a value of student’s responsibility to resolve an “I” four grade points for each credit hour. grade prior to the end of the following semester. 2. B* - Represents above average work as demonstrated by mastery of a significant 7. E - Represents “Exempt” and is used portion of course content. “B” is used in when a student passes an AP, CLEP, or GPA calculations, earns credit hours, and exemption exam for a particular course, carries a value of three grade points for or demonstrates proficiency in the skills each credit hour. or content to be mastered in that course through continuing education credits 3. C* - Represents satisfactory work as (CEUs), work experience, experiential or demonstrated by an average mastery of military experience training. “E” is not course content. “C” is used in GPA used in GPA calculations and does not calculations, earns credit hours, and generate grade points but does earn credit carries a value of two grade points for hours. each credit hour. 8. TR - Represents “Transfer Credit” and is 4. D* - Represents work which is below assigned for allowable equivalent credit average and shows a minimum earned at other colleges for which a comprehension of course content. “D” is minimum grade of “C” was earned. “TR” used in GPA calculations, earns credit is not used in GPA calculations and hours, and carries a value of one grade generates no grade points but does earn point for each credit hour. credit hours.
5. F*- Represents a failure to meet 9. AU - Represents “Audit” and is not used minimum course objectives. “F” is used in GPA calculations, earns no credit in GPA calculations, earns no credit hours, and carries no grade points. hours, and carries zero grade points for each credit hour attempted. 10. U - Represents “Unsatisfactory” and denotes unsatisfactory progress in a 6. I - Represents “Incomplete” and is developmental or Continuing Education assigned at the discretion of the faculty course. “U” does not affect GPA member when a student has made calculations, earns no credit hours or satisfactory progress toward meeting Continuing Education Units (CEUs), and the course requirements but (a) has not generates no grade points. satisfactorily completed a final project or assignment, (b) has not taken and/or 11. W - Represents “Withdrawn” and is used passed all required tests and has been in either of the following cases: (a) a given the option of a makeup test, or student withdraws after the end of the (c) has missed the final exam for an add/drop period but on or before the acceptable reason but has not made up midterm date or (b) a student withdraws the exam by the time grades are due. An from classes after midterm because of “I” does not affect GPA calculations, extenuating circumstances and is passing earns no credit hours, generates no grade those classes in which he or she is 43 Academic Policies enrolled. “W” is not used in GPA Graduation Requirements calculations, earns no credit hours, and All students who expect to receive a carries zero grade points for each credit degree, diploma or certificate from Aiken attempted. Technical College must complete a number of requirements. 12. WF - Represents “Withdrawn Failing” Specific course requirements for each major and may be used when a student is failing are defined later in this catalog. Regardless of and formally withdraws from a class the level of award, all students must meet the after midterm. “WF” is used in GPA following requirements: calculations, earns no credit hours, and generates no grade points. 1. Complete all general education requirements specified for the award. * Note: Grades awarded for developmental courses will not be used in GPA calculations. 2. Complete all program credit hours. A guide to calculating GPA is in Section 1 of the Student Handbook (blue pages). 3. Complete all academic course credit with a minimum of a cumulative 2.0 program Grade Change grade point average (GPA). A student who believes that an error has been made in the assignment of a grade should 4. Complete all residency requirements contact the faculty member involved as soon as (courses taken at ATC) as specified for possible. Failure to act within 5 working days each award. A student must take and of the next semester disqualifies the student earn a minimum of 25 percent of credits from further consideration. required for graduation from a degree, diploma or certificate program of study Review of Student Grades (Appeals) at Aiken Technical College. Regardless The assignment of grades should be based on of the comparability of courses and information provided in the course syllabus. the number of courses successfully Therefore grades are given at the discretion of completed at other accredited post- the faculty member and course grades are not secondary institutions, a student must subject to an appeal through the Vice President successfully complete a minimum of of Student Services. Students must seek a three higher-level courses (as determined review of their assigned grade through the by the academic advisor) representative faculty member, department chair, dean, and of the major program or discipline at Vice President of Academic Affairs. Aiken Technical College. The total of both courses accepted for transfer Graduation and courses exempted cannot exceed Commencement exercises to award associate’s 75 percent of the credits required for degrees, diplomas and certificates are held completion of a program. annually on campus. A student is eligible for graduation when he/she completes the 5. Complete all financial obligations to the requirements for a degree, diploma or certificate. College. The student must complete an Application for Graduation and turn in the form to the 6. Complete all proper applications for Admissions and Records Office by the deadline graduation by the established deadline. for the appropriate semester.
44 Academic Policies 7. A student who achieves a cumulative Standards of Progress 4.00 grade point average qualifies to Satisfactory Academic Progress graduate “With Highest Honors.” A To remain in good standing, a student enrolled student who achieves a cumulative in regular curriculum classes must maintain a 3.75-3.99 grade point average qualifies 2.0 grade point average (GPA). Financial aid to graduate “With High Honors.” students must also meet other Standards of A student who achieves a cumulative Academic Progress as outlined in the “Award 3.50-3.74 grade point average qualifies Terms and Conditions” brochure. to graduate “With Honors.” A. Degree, Diploma and Certificate Program Awards Programs: Aiken Technical College recognizes successful A program GPA of 2.0 is required to program completion by awarding associate’s graduate from any degree, diploma or degrees, diplomas or certificates. certificate program.
Associate’s degrees are conferred for B. Career Development: satisfactory completion of course work at both A student enrolled as Career the technical and college-transfer level. The Development (CD) must comply with the time required for completing an associate’s same standards of progress as described degree ranges from four to five semesters for above. full-time students, depending on the program of study and/or the course load. An evening C. Developmental Education Courses: student can expect to attend seven to nine An ATC student enrolled in semesters. developmental education courses must make satisfactory academic progress in Diplomas certifying satisfactory performance of each discipline in which he or she prescribed work are awarded upon completion is enrolled in order to proceed to the of the equivalent of at least three semesters of next course. This requires a student to full-time study. earn a grade of “A,” “B” or “C” in all developmental education courses. Certificates are awarded to students who complete special training programs with a Academic Warning duration of the equivalent of two full-time The first time a student fails to meet academic semesters or more. standards (semester GPA and/or GPA below the required cutoff hours attempted), he/she Developmental courses or other prerequisites faces the following actions: may add to the time required for a student to 1. The student is urged to seek study skills graduate. assistance or counseling. 2. The student is restricted to taking no more Repeating Courses than 12 semester hours in the following When a course is taken more than once, only semester (9 semester hours during the the last grade earned for the course is calculated summer term). in the program and cumulative GPA. If a student raises his/her semester average above the minimal standards but his/her cumulative GPA remains below standard, the
45 Academic Policies student remains on Academic Warning status President of Student Services rules on the with the same limitations noted above. student’s appeal. The decision of the Vice President of Student Services regarding Academic Probation suspension is final. If both the semester and cumulative GPAs are still under a 2.0 GPA after one semester in If the student is readmitted on appeal or Academic Warning status, the student faces has been readmitted after serving a semester the following actions: of non-attendance, he/she will be continued/ 1. The student must take any needed readmitted on PROBATIONARY status with developmental course(s). a limit of 9 semester hours. 2. The student is limited to 9 semester hours in fall or spring semester (6 during Academic Dismissal If a student is readmitted to ATC and fails to summer session). maintain a 2.0 GPA during the readmission 3. The student should note the potential for semester, he/she will be dismissed from the Suspension following the “Probation” College. semester if he/she does not maintain the Actions: required GPA for the term. In addition, 1. A letter will be sent to the student with the if either the semester or cumulative GPA status and instructions for appeal. remains below standard, the student 2. The student is prohibited from further will remain on Probation with all of its academic enrollment at ATC unless limitations. readmitted under the “Fresh Start Policy.”
Academic Suspension If both the cumulative and semester GPAs Suspension/Dismissal Appeals Suspension or dismissal for academic are below a 2.0 GPA after one semester reasons is based on the College’s Standards in academic probation status, the student of Progress. Students in academic difficulty will be suspended for one semester. If the usually benefit from a period of time to student has made some progress during refocus their academic pursuits, earn support the semester and believes that he/she has funds and review career decisions. Therefore unusual mitigating circumstances, he/she may the College will require these students to appeal in writing to the Director of the One Stop withdraw from the College for a selected Career Center. A student is not immediately period of time. Appeals of this suspension or readmitted under normal circumstances. dismissal are made to the Vice President of Actions: Students Services or his/her designee. 1. A letter will be sent to the student with the status and instructions for appeal. Fresh Start Policy 2. The student is prohibited from enrollment Aiken Technical College recognizes that a for ONE SEMESTER unless he/she student’s circumstances may change through successfully appeals. (Summer term does the years. The “Fresh Start Policy” permits a not count as a suspended semester.) student who has been academically suspended or dismissed to be readmitted after at least one The initial decision of the designated college full academic year of non-attendance. official regarding suspension may be further appealed to the Vice President of Student Services. After consultation with the Vice
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To be readmitted, the student must appeal Withdrawal/Termination and its to the Vice President of Student Services Effect on Satisfactory Progress through the director of the One Stop Career Center in writing, asking for an interview for all Students Enrolled in to explain how his/her circumstance has Credit Courses changed. 1. The withdrawal period begins on the first day of class after the add/drop If readmitted under this policy, the student period. is readmitted on probationary status and 2. A student must initiate a withdrawal can take a maximum of 9 credit hours. form on or prior to the midterm date to He/she will be permanently dismissed from receive a grade of “W.” the College if he/she does not earn a 2.0 3. A student who is failing and withdraws GPA for the semester of readmission. The after the midterm date or whose last student’s cumulative GPA is not adjusted date of attendance is after the midterm upon re-entry to the College. date may be assigned a grade of “WF.” 4. A student who is failing and fails to Acceptable mitigating circumstances for initiate a withdrawal before the final appealing Academic Suspension are: exam period receives a grade of “F” 1. Hospitalization for an extended period for the course. of time (doctor’s verification must be attached to appeal). Transfer to Other Colleges 2. Divorce/separation/family crisis Entrance requirements for transfer students causing extreme hardship (Divorce vary widely among colleges and universities. Decree, Separation Agreement, or The South Carolina Commission on Higher other verifiable documents must be Education has determined that certain attached to appeal). courses offered in the Associate in Arts and 3. Death or serious illness in the Associate in Science degree programs will immediate family causing extreme transfer to South Carolina public four-year hardship (a verifiable document must colleges and universities (see pages 22-23). be attached to appeal). 4. Other verifiable circumstances causing The College offers many courses which may hardship and significantly contributing transfer. Transfer of credits is a privilege to poor academic performance (a granted by the institution to which the verifiable document must be attached student plans to transfer. to the appeal). All applications and requests for transfer Non-acceptable circumstances for of credits are evaluated individually by the appealing Academic Suspension are: receiving college or university. 1. A low GPA. 2. Transportation problems. Each student must complete courses with 3. Changes in employment schedule. grades acceptable to the college to which 4. Failure to withdraw officially from the student seeks transfer. classes. 5. Taking too many courses or taking the ATC strongly recommends that a student wrong courses. discuss transferring to a four-year institution 6. Minor illness in immediate family. with a representative of that institution early 7. Childcare problems. in his/her academic career at ATC. 47 48 Student Life
Resources to Help You Succeed
49 Student Services The mission of the Student Services Division is released should contact the Admissions and to help each Aiken Technical College student Records Office and complete a form for non- accept the challenge to reach his/her full release of directory information. Upon proof potential through the team efforts of Admissions of dependency, parents or guardians may and Records, Counseling, Financial Aid, One receive confidential information regarding Stop Career Center (Placement), and Student their dependent student (see Release of Activities staff. Student Information on page 52).
Admissions and Records Enrollment Certification Office Services The Admissions and Records Office certifies a The mission of the Admissions and Records student’s enrollment for previous loans (through Office is to assist the College in fulfilling the National Student Loan Clearinghouse), its mission by recruiting and accepting qualified parental insurance coverage, Department of applicants to the College, monitoring veterans Social Services requirements, employment and affairs and maintaining student records other purposes. according to required policies. Graduation ATC has an “open-door” admissions policy. A student who plans to graduate should obtain This policy allows admission of all high school a graduation application from the Admissions graduates, high school equivalency certificate and Records Office. The form must be (GED) recipients, college transfer students and completed by the student’s academic advisor, others who are eighteen years of age or older. signed by the student and submitted to the For additional information on admissions Admissions and Records Office according to procedures, see page 12. the specified due dates.
Personnel in the Admissions and Records Name/Address Changes Office assist currently and previously enrolled The Admissions and Records Office makes an students in the following ways: official change to the addresses on a student’s records only through a student’s written ATC Transcripts request to the Admissions and Records Office ATC transcripts are issued at no charge. or documentation from the U.S. Postal Service. Transcripts are processed and mailed or Address accuracy is essential for the student to transmitted for locally approved institutions receive information. This office also handles via electronic data exchange (SPEEDE). The requests for residency changes for tuition College does not fax transcripts. In addition, purposes. transcripts will not be sent for any student who has an unpaid financial obligation to the Verification of Grades/GPA College. A student who needs to verify grades/GPA for automobile insurance, company reimbursement Confidentiality of Records of tuition, or other purposes should contact the The Admissions and Records Office is Admissions and Records Office. authorized to release student information. This office adheres to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regarding release of student information. A student who does not want directory information
50 Student Services Specific services include weekly job listings, Career and Placement Services Internet job information, on-campus interviews, Career Services One of the essential services provided to employment referrals and career exploration students through the Counseling Services inventories. The Job Board and the Job Books Office is Career Services. It is designed to are kept up-to-date. Patrons may use the assist both prospective and currently enrolled Internet to search for jobs in a particular region students to understand how an educational or local listings that have not come directly to program fits into their career goals. Utilizing the Center. Additional services offered are: various assessment instruments, career • Resume preparation, critique and exploration and job search activities, the assistance. counselors assist students in deciding on a • Mailing, e-mailing, or faxing of resumes career path. ATC encourages all students to to employers investigate the opportunities available through • Cover letter preparation the Counseling Services Office. Resources to • Referrals to job openings assist in this process include: • Completion of applications • Individual career counseling • Workshops on interviewing, job • Assessment of interests and personality searching and dressing for success • Occupational information through SCOIS • Tips on how to keep a job and DISCOVER (One Stop Career Center) • Kuder Career Development Program Counseling Services The mission of Counseling Services at Aiken Technical College is to increase the potential One Stop Career Center The Lower Savannah Workforce Investment for every student’s success by providing Board in partnership with Aiken Technical services that meet the goals and outcomes College offers students, graduates and the identified by the student. ATC maintains community resources to explore careers, a staff of professional counselors who are search for employment opportunities, receive available both day and evening to counsel assistance with resumes, cover letters, any student confidentially regarding academic, interviewing and dressing for success. The professional, personal or social concerns. A Center is a gateway for applying for assistance student can meet with a counselor on a walk-in through the Workforce Investment Act basis or by making an appointment. Specific (WIA). services include: • Pre-admission, academic, and career Career exploration resources include: Career counseling for potential and current Scope, Discover and SCOIS. The staff of the students Center will assist you in using these inventories • Services for special needs students, i.e., and then interpret the results for you and then the disabled, single parents and displaced assist in exploring Labor Market Information homemakers for areas of interest. • Orientation of new students • Transfer assistance The One Stop Career Center assists • Placement testing information for new individuals and groups in finding full- or part- students and special-needs students time employment. Any person interested in • Student emergencies employment may come to Room 109 in the • Advising for Career Development Ashley J. Little Building to “check” the job students board, the job books and other resources about • Personal counseling the availability of jobs in the community. • Student advocacy 51 Student Services
Orientation The following student rights are covered by Two types of orientation are available to a the Act and afforded to all eligible students of student entering ATC. Entering students meet the College: with a counselor at the point of acceptance to the college. The meeting provides an 1. The right to inspect and review information explanation of placement test scores and in the student’s educational records. information about placement. The meeting also provides students with basic information 2. The right to request amendment of the concerning getting started in college, including contents of the student’s educational policies about transfer, conduct rules, refunds, records if believed to be inaccurate, advanced standing and academic standards and misleading, or otherwise in violation of information about academic advising, financial the student’s privacy or other rights. aid opportunities, tutoring and campus safety and locations of key services. In addition, 3. The right to prevent disclosure without each semester ATC offers a credit course titled consent of personally identifiable College Skills (COL 103). This class provides information from the student’s records a student with the resources needed to improve (with certain exceptions). study habits, enhance test-taking skills and explore career opportunities. 4. The right to secure a copy of the College’s policy. Protected Health Information The Health Insurance Portability and 5. Parents who can establish proof of Accountability Act (HIPPA) requires certain dependency by presenting a copy of their designated components within Aiken Technical tax return to the Director of Admissions College to maintain the privacy of protected health and Records or designee may view the information (PHI) and to provide individuals records of a dependent without the written with notice of the College’s legal duties and consent of said dependent. privacy practices with respect to PHI. 6. The right to file complaints with the HIPPA describes how medical information U.S. Department of Education concerning about you may be used and disclosed and how alleged failures by the College to comply you can get access to this information. with the provisions of the Act.
For further information concerning HIPPA Each of these rights, with any limitations and PHI, contact Aiken Technical College’s or exceptions, is explained in the College’s Human Resources Office. policy statement which may be obtained from the Admissions and Records Office. A Release of Student Information form authorizing parents or others to review The Family Educational Rights and Privacy student financial aid or student services files Act (FERPA) of 1974, as amended, describes is available in the Admission and Records and the conditions under which information about the Financial Aid Offices. a student can be released. It is the policy of Aiken Technical College to follow these Directory Information guidelines to protect the privacy of students. The College may provide directory information in accordance with the provisions of the Act without the written consent of an eligible
52 Student Services student, unless that student requests in writing tudent activities that such information not be disclosed. S The mission of the Student Activities Office is The items listed below are designated as to provide an opportunity for the ATC student directory information and may be released on to become involved in campus life by offering any student for any purpose at the discretion a variety of entertainment and special events. of the College unless a written request for A student participating in student activities non-disclosure is on file: name, address, gains the opportunity to develop and enhance e-mail, telephone number, dates of attendance, his/her social and leadership skills. major field of study, awards, honors, degree(s) conferred and previous institution(s) attended. Gregg-Graniteville A student who wishes to request non- Student Activities Center disclosure of the above items may submit a The ATC Gregg-Graniteville Student Activities written request to the Admissions and Records Center provides the student with a central Office. The College may not provide the location to spend time between classes. The parent of a student over eighteen years of age center houses a cafeteria, the ATC Bookstore, any information about the student’s progress a game room, the ATC Wellness Center and without the explicit written consent of the office space for student organizations. student or a copy of IRS tax forms indicating the student is a dependent of the parent seeking Intramurals such information. ATC’s intramural sports program is designed to offer a variety of challenging and enjoyable Special Student Services activities to all ATC students. ATC provides special services to students with disabilities. Our goal is to improve the Student Government educational development of all students by All credit students at ATC are members of the offering an understanding and supportive Student Government Association (SGA). The campus environment. A counselor is available SGA seeks to promote activities for all students to provide direct assistance to these students. and often plans activities and programs which In order for a student to receive class are open to the College community. The accommodations based on a disability, the SGA’s goals are to maintain high standards student must complete a form requesting of scholarship and honor, to preserve the assistance and submit documentation integrity of the institution and its educational supporting the request. The counselor will environment, to assist in administering review the documentation, determine the regulations, to serve as the liaison between appropriate accommodation, and notify the the administration and the student body and student and faculty. to transact business pertaining to the student body. The offices for SGA are president, vice ATC encourages student independence by president, secretary and treasurer. creating and maintaining an accessible physical environment and by providing a supportive psychological environment.
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Student Organizations Library and Learning The College encourages all ATC students to Resources Center participate in campus organizations. Campus The ATC Library serves students, faculty, organizations are open to all students without staff and residents of the College’s service discrimination on the basis of sex, color, age, area. It contains a collection of more than religion, national origin or disability. Each 55,000 items including books, periodicals, student organization is educationally based audiovisual materials and college catalogs. and has clearly defined goals and objectives. Periodical abstracts and some full-text articles are available on computer. Student organizations include student publications, men’s varsity basketball, women’s The library supports the academic, technical varsity softball, intramural athletic programs, and job training programs of the College. professional clubs, Tau Alpha Pi (Electronic The Library and Learning Resources Center Engineering), academic clubs and Phi Theta include a full-service media department, Kappa (the international scholastic honor areas for study and research and areas for society for two-year colleges). Other campus viewing audiovisual materials. Two fully activities provide students with a variety of equipped computer labs are also available opportunities for out-of-class learning as well for patron use.* as community service opportunities. A coin-operated copier and printers are also Athletics available in the library. The College men’s basketball team, the ATC Knights, competes in Region 10 of the Overdue book charges are computed at NJCAA. 25 cents per day for regular two-week loan items. Students must present a valid The Lady Knights, ATC’s women’s fast-pitch computer-coded identification card to check softball team, began play in the fall of 2004. out materials. The team also competes in Region 10 of the NJCAA. Reference and Research Assistance • Interlibrary loan Policies involving intercollegiate sports • Instruction on library research skills are formulated and monitored through the • Self-service photocopying equipment Athletic Oversight Committee in the College • Full library services to Distance Learning Governance Structure. students
Academic Success Center Computerized Library Technology The Academic Success Center (Room 770) • Computer work stations to assist with offers a variety of services to students in all class research projects * curricula. Its purpose is to assist the student • Student access to the Internet * by providing assistance in areas of need such as academic upgrading, writing skills and Library Hours documentation. Monday-Thursday...... 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday...... 8 a.m.-4 p.m. A computerized area allows students to work Saturday...... 8 a.m.-12 p.m. on skills in English grammar, writing, reading Sunday...... CLOSED comprehension and mathematics. Center hours vary and are posted each semester. 54 Academic Support Services Variations for holidays, break sessions, • Using computing facilities for personal and exam periods are posted in the library gain without contractual agreement with in advance. The library is closed on Saturdays the College; during the Summer Term. • Changing computer settings, such as removing, altering, or installing software, * Computer Use Statement wall paper or screen savers unless Student computer workstations are reserved instructed to do so as a part of a class,etc. for the express purpose of providing access to computer programs and the Internet, and are Student violation of the above may result in the NOT to be used to store a student’s personal or following disciplinary actions initiated by the course work information. Unless an instructor Vice President of Student Services: has given specific instructions, a student’s • Verbal warning (usually first offense); personal or class work files must be stored on • The assignment of ten (10) hours of portable media such as CD-ROM or diskette. Community Service competed within two Unauthorized stored files, including those weeks; saved on a hard drive, may be deleted without • The assignment of a five (5) page paper prior notice. The college assumes no liability on Internet ethics due within 2 weeks; for the loss of unauthorized stored files. • Immediate suspension from ATC classes (administrative withdrawal without According to ATC Computer Ethics Procedure refund) if the disciplinary action is (2-2-111.01), the College reserves the right not completed or the offense warrants to monitor, manage, and control the usage of immediate action by the College. computer resources and to make changes in these procedures without prior notice to users. Media The following is a partial list of the kinds of The Media Department provides media uses that could subject users to penalties by the hardware and software to support the College or an outside authority: College’s academic programs. A student may • Harassment (unwanted communication); view software reserved by his/her instructors • Sexual harassment (including accessing in the library. The Media Department assists pornographic sites offensive to others); area industries and agencies by lending • Violation of another’s privacy; media software and equipment, providing • Destruction of equipment or software; teleconference facilities and coordinating • Violation of computer security system; these services for industries and agencies. • Unauthorized use of accounts or access In addition, the Media Department codes; provides various professional development • Attempts to capture or break passwords; opportunities via C-band, Ku band and • Violation of copyright or software digitized ETV satellite transmissions. agreements (especially downloading multimedia or other documents); The Media Department offers assistance to the • Academic dishonesty (plagiarizing or faculty and staff for production of instructional purchasing online assignments); and/or presentation materials including still • Violation of College policy or local, state photos, videotapes and audiotapes. or federal law; • Criminal, unethical, or dishonest usage .... (“spamming,” “spoofing,” etc.);
55 Academic Support Services Non-Textbook Merchandise: Test Center The Test Center provides a quiet, supervised 15-calendar days from date of purchase environment where students can take make- up tests. The testing coordinator administers No Returns on: make-up tests, placement tests and a variety Reference items, clearance items, total of continuing education and skills certification testing, special orders and perishable items tests. Students must present a valid ID card or other form of picture ID to take a test. An original cash register must be presented to the bookstore as proof of purchase on all items returned Textbooks must be in their Test Center Hours Monday & Thursday...... 8 a.m.-7 p.m. original shrink-wrap for return. Textbooks Tuesday & Wednesday...... 8 a.m.-5 p.m. must be in original condition free from Friday & Sunday...... CLOSED markings or damage in any manner. Store Saturday...... 9 a.m.-12 p.m. personnel decisions are final on the condition of the return. Software, multimedia products and electronics are refundable in their utoring ervices T S original unopened packaging only. The Academic Success Center provides a free tutoring program that offers one-on-one and Refunds small group tutoring assistance for students If you paid by check, a check refund form on any level for any class as long as tutors are must be completed. A refund check will be available. Students should request assistance processed and mailed from the ATC business as soon as they feel they need additional help. office. Request for Tutoring Assistance forms may be obtained from the Academic Success Center in If you paid by credit card, your return will be Room 770. Hours of operation for the Academic credited back to your credit card account. Success Center are posted each semester. If you paid by a sponsor voucher or Pell Bookstore Grant, the return will be credited to the The ATC Bookstore, located in the Gregg- sponsor or Pell. Graniteville Student Activities Center, carries textbooks and materials to support all classes Campus Security and Student offered by the College. Right to Know Information regarding campus crime Bookstore Hours statistics, security information and overall Monday-Thursday...... 7:45 a.m.-6:15 p.m. graduation rate of ATC students is contained Friday...... 7:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. in a separate brochure. Students or potential students desiring this information should In addition to new and used textbooks and ask for the brochure in the Counseling other school supplies, the Bookstore offers a Services Office. large selection of ATC sportswear. Distance Learning Returns A variety of technologies are used to bring Academic Textbooks: courses to the college and deliver them 15-calendar days after start of class, a copy of to other locations. Some distance learning the student’s class schedule is required during courses may be time and place sensitive summer and term III classes. 56 General Information just like traditional courses. Others may allow General Educational students access to instruction at any time of the day or night. Because instructors and Development (GED) Although the College does not provide testing classmates may not be present, students who for the GED or a program for GED students, take distance learning classes must be good a student who wishes to prepare to take the independent learners. More information about General Educational Development (GED) Test distance learning in general is provided in to receive high school equivalency certificate the Student Handbook section of this catalog may take classes in writing, reading and math. and in the Distance Learning section of the Day and evening classes are available. To college’s web site. Specific information about receive a GED, interested parties should contact courses is provided in the Course Schedule the Adult Basic Education Office within their and in the Distance Learning section of the local public school district or ATC Counseling college’s web site. Services Office at (803) 593-9231, ext. 1298, for more information. Enrollment procedures are usually, but not always, the same for distance learning courses as they are for traditional courses. Contact your Health Services and First Aid Because ATC is a commuter campus, the advisor or Counseling Services for information College provides only basic first aid for about distance learning courses offered in your minor injuries. However, the College will program of study. assist a student who becomes ill in securing transportation home or to a doctor or hospital. Drug Free Campus Policy The South Carolina Technical College System prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, Student Conduct The Student Handbook section of this catalog dispensation, possession or use of alcohol, contains the Student Code and Grievance narcotics, drugs or other controlled substances Procedure (see pages 220-229). It is the at the workplace and in the educational setting. responsibility of all students to be aware of their Unlawful use for these purposes is defined as rights and responsibilities while attending ATC. a violation of federal/state/local regulations, policy, procedures, rules and legal statutes. A student may be dismissed for aggravated Educational setting includes both institutional or repeated violations of student regulations. premises and approved educational sites A student dismissed because of his/her off campus. Students may be suspended or conduct may be readmitted only upon the dismissed from the College for violations of recommendation of the Vice President of this policy. For the complete policy, see pages Student Services and the approval of the 237-240 of the Student Handbook in the back College president. of this catalog. tudent nsurance nglish luency equirements S I E F R A group policy paid by ATC from student fees ATC maintains procedures to ensure that all provides accident insurance for all registered permanent and adjunct faculty possess adequate students. Students are insured while on proficiency in both written and spoken English. College premises during scheduled class days The College will respond appropriately to student and on College-sponsored activities and trips. concerns regarding an instructor’s English Coverage does not extend to students attending fluency. Students should address any concerns athletics events as spectators or attending other about the English fluency to a counselor in the social activities. Counseling Services Office. 57 General Information
Student Parking Credit Transfer...... 1247 All vehicles on campus must display a current Financial Aid...... 1248 or 1241 ATC parking permit. Parking permits are for a Job Placement...... 1293 full academic year (August to August). Students Online Courses...... 1275 should obtain permits during registration; at Placement Testing...... 1520 or 1366 other times, parking permits may be obtained Student Activities...... 1604 from the ATC Public Safety Office. Permits Students with Disabilities...... 1520 must be clearly visible. Permits may not be Single Parent Program...... 1222 altered. Temporary decals may be obtained Transfer Assistance...... 1521 in the Cashier’s Office for students driving a Veterans Services...... 1244 different vehicle on a temporary basis. At no Workforce & Business Dev.... 1230 or 1242 time may an enrolled student park in visitor or faculty parking spaces. Unpaid traffic fines See the Student Handbook in the back of this double five working days from issuance. catalog for additional listings. Grades, transcripts and registration privileges will be withheld until all parking fines are paid. Tobacco Products For full information on parking regulations and The use of tobacco products is prohibited fines, see page 215 in the Student Handbook on the ATC campus beginning Oct. 1, section of this catalog. 2007. These products include, but are not limited to: cigarettes, cigars, pipes and Telephone Calls smokeless tobacco. ATC cannot provide for the receipt or delivery of personal messages, flowers, etc. Classes Visitors will not be interrupted for this purpose. Visitors not attending a specific ATC function must check in with Counseling Public telephones available for student use are Services upon their arrival on campus. located in the Ashley J. Little Administration Students may not take visitors to class with Building (100-200), Engineering Building them except with special administrative (400), 700-800 Building and the Gregg- approval. Under no circumstances Graniteville Student Activities Center (900). should children of students be allowed Should a family emergency occur such as death, to enter classrooms or be left unattended serious illness or serious injury, Counseling on campus. No pets except seeing-eye Services will make every effort to notify the dogs are allowed on campus. Owners of student of the situation. seeing-eye dogs must make prior arrangements for their animals to accompany Telephone Directory them to class. The main number of Aiken Technical College is (803) 593-9231. A student should contact one of these offices for answers to specific questions.
Office Extension Admissions and Records...... 1247 ATC Testing Center...... 1366 Continuing Education (WBDD)...... 1230 Counseling/Career Services...... 1298 or 1524
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Career Paths Available @ ATC
59 Programs of Study Associate in Occupational Technology:...... ssociate in rts and ssociate in A A A Major in General Technology-...... Science Transfer Degrees Emphasis in Multimedia and Associate in Arts...... 62 Marketing...... 75 Associate in Science...... 63 Certificate: Basic Multimedia...... 76 General Studies Certificate...... 64 Certificate: Advanced Multimedia...... 76 Interdisciplinary Studies...... 65 Certificate: Computer Applications...... 76
usiness B ngineering echnology Associate in Business Technology: E T Associate in Engineering Technology:...... Major in Accounting...... 66 Major in Electronics Engineering- ...... Certificate: General Accounting...... 66 Emphasis in Computer Electronics...... 77 Certificate: Computer Electronics...... 77 Associate in Business Technology: Major in Management...... 67 Associate in Engineering Technology:...... Certificate: Basic Business...... 68 Major in Electronics Engineering- ...... Certificate: Business Administrative...... Emphasis in Electronics...... 78 Support...... 68 Certificate: Basic Electronics...... 79 Certificate: Management Information...... Certificate: Advanced Electronics...... 79 Systems...... 68 Certificate: Small Business...... Management...... 69 Health Sciences Certificate: Pre-Allied Health...... 80 Associate in Business Technology: Major in Marketing...... 69 Associate in Health Science:...... Certificate: E-Marketing...... 70 Major in Nursing...... 80 Certificate: Marketing Specialist...... 71 Associate in Health Science:...... Major in Radiologic Technology...... 82 Computer Technology Associate in Computer Technology: Diploma in Health Science: Major in Computer Technology- ...... Major in Expanded Duty Emphasis in Networking...... 72 Dental Assisting...... 83 Certificate: Computer Networking...... 72 Certificate: Pre-Dental Hygiene...... 84 Associate in Computer Technology:...... Diploma in Health Science: Major in Computer Technology-...... Major in Surgical Technology...... 85 Emphasis in Programming...... 73 Certificate: Computer Game Design...... 73 Certificate: Medical Assistant...... 86 Certificate: Internet Programming...... 74 Certificate: Medical Coding...... 86 Certificate: Pre-Pharmacy Technician...... 87 Associate in Computer Technology:...... Certificate: Pre-Physical Therapist Major in Computer Technology- ...... Assistant...... 88 Emphasis in Web Development...... 74 Certificate: Web Page Design...... 75
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Industrial/Occupational Technology Office Systems Technology Associate in Industrial Technology:...... Associate in Business Technology:...... Major in Industrial Maintenance Major in Office Systems Technology...... 97 Technology...... 90 Diploma: Automated Office...... 97 Certificate: Electrical/Maintenance...... 90 Certificate: Desktop Publishing...... 98 Certificate: Medical Administrative Associate in Occupational Technology:...... Assistant...... 99 Major in General Technology...... 91 Certificate: Office Support Assistant...... 99
Associate in Occupational Technology:...... Public Service Major in General Technology-...... Associate in Occupational Technology: ...... Emphasis in Automotive Technology...... 91 Major in General Technology-...... Certificate: Automotive Drive Train...... 92 Emphasis in Paralegal Studies...... 100 Certificate: Automotive Engine Performance Certificate: Paralegal...... 100 and Repair...... 92 Certificate: Automotive Heating and ...... Associate in Public Service: Air Conditioning...... 92 Major in Criminal Justice...... 101 Certificate: Automotive Shop ...... Certificate: Criminal Justice...... 102 Management...... 93 Certificate: Brakes, Steering, and ...... Associate in Public Service: Suspension...... 93 Major in Early Care and Education....102 Diploma: Early Childhood Development...... 103 Associate in Occupational Technology:...... Certificate: Childcare Management...... 104 Major in General Technology-...... Certificate: Early Childhood Development....104 Emphasis in Engineering Graphics Certificate: Infant/Toddler...... 105 Technology...... 93 Certificate: Computer Aided Design...... 94 Associate in Public Service: Major in Human Services...... 105 Certificate: Basic Air Conditioning/ Certificate: Alcohol and Drug Abuse...... 106 Refrigeration...... 94 Certificate: Gerontology...... 106 Certificate: Advanced Air Conditioning/ Certificate: Social Services Assistant...... 106 Refrigeration...... 94 Certificate: Computerized Numerical Control (CNC)...... 94 Certificate: Machine Tool...... 95 Certificate: Machine Tool Operator ...... 95 Certificate: Basic Welding Level I...... 95 Certificate: Structural and Pipe Welding...... 96 Certificate: Advanced Pipe Welding...... 96
61 AA/AS Transfer Degrees
Associate in Arts Major Course Requirements.... 15 Credits The Associate in Arts Program prepares Courses must be selected from those listed on pages 22-23. However, you should the student to transfer to a four-year consult with your advisor to select major course college or university to study in the areas of requirements that will meet your fine arts, education, humanities, social sciences particular transfer objectives. or business. With the assistance of an academic advisor, a student may plan a program of study to meet the requirements of the college to Electives...... 8 Credits which the student wishes to transfer using the Courses must be selected from those guidelines below. listed on pages 22-23. However, you should consult with your advisor to select electives that will meet your particular transfer objectives. General Education...... 38 Credits Communications 9 credits Total Semester-Hour Credits: 61 Credits ENG 101 English Composition I 3 ENG 102 English Composition II 3 Note: All courses taken toward this degree SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 MUST be selected from the list of college transfer courses on pages 22-23. Other courses Humanities/Fine Arts 6 credits that are listed on an official articulation Select TWO transfer courses from the list on agreement may be considered on a case-by- pages 22-23. case basis. For clarification on which courses count towards Humanities and Fine Arts, Social/Behavioral Sciences 6 credits Social and Behavioral Sciences, or Physical Select TWO transfer courses from the list on and Natural Science credit requirements, pages 22-23. please consult pages 108-109.
Mathematics 6 credits MAT 110 College Algebra 3
Select ONE course from: MAT 111 College Trigonometry 3 MAT 120 Probability and Statistics 3 MAT 122 Finite College Mathematics 3
Physical/Natural Sciences 8 credits Select TWO transfer courses from the list on pages 22-23.
Computer Science 3 credits CPT 101 Intro to Computers 3 CPT 101 may transfer to most South Carolina colleges and universities. See your advisor for more information.
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Associate in Science Major Course Requirements.... 15 Credits The Associate in Science Program Courses must be selected from those listed on pages 22-23. However, you should prepares a student to transfer to a consult with your advisor to select major course four-year college or university to study in requirements that will meet your the areas of natural/physical sciences, particular transfer objectives. mathematics, engineering or business. With the assistance of an academic advisor, a student may plan a program of study Electives...... 4 Credits to meet the requirements of the college to Courses must be selected from those which the student wishes to transfer using the listed on pages 22-23. However, you should guidelines below. consult with your advisor to select electives that will meet your particular transfer objectives.
General Education...... 42 Credits Total Semester-Hour Credits: 61 Credits Communications 9 credits ENG 101 English Composition I 3 Note: All courses taken toward this degree ENG 102 English Composition II 3 MUST be selected from the list of college SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 transfer courses on pages 22-23. Other courses that are listed on an official articulation Humanities/Fine Arts 6 credits agreement may be considered on a case-by- Select TWO transfer courses from the list on case basis. For clarification on which courses pages 22-23. count towards Humanities and Fine Arts, Social and Behavioral Sciences, or Physical Social/Behavioral Sciences 6 credits and Natural Science credit requirements, Select TWO transfer courses from the list on please consult pages 108-109. pages 22-23.
Mathematics 10 credits MAT 110 College Algebra 3 MAT 111 College Trigonometry 3 MAT 140 Geometry & Calculus I 4
Physical/Natural Sciences 8 credits Select TWO transfer courses from the list on pages 22-23.
Computer Science 3 credits CPT 101 Intro to Computers 3 CPT 101 may transfer to most South Carolina colleges and universities. See your advisor for more information.
63 AA/AS Transfer Degrees AA/AS Transfer Degrees
General Studies Certificate The General Studies Certificate provides an integrated option for students who seek an introduction to a variety of academic disciplines but are unable to gain immediate degree-seeking admission into their desired four-year college or university. This certificate is ideal for students who plan to transfer before completing a degree program at ATC.
Courses in this certificate prepare students for the Associate in Arts degree or Associate in Science degree at ATC; however, students who plan to seek a degree from ATC and then transfer are encouraged to enroll first into the General Studies Certificate program.
General Education...... 18 Credits Communications 6 credits ENG 101 English Composition I 3 credits ENG 102 English Composition II 3 credits OR SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 credits
Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits Select ONE transfer course from the list on pages 108-109.
Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits Select ONE transfer course from the list on pages 108-109.
Mathematics 3 credits MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 credits OR MAT 110 College Algebra 3 credits
General Education Elective 3 credits Select ONE transfer course from the list on pages 108-109.
Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits
All courses taken toward this certificate MUST be selected from the list of college transfer courses on pages 108-109.
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Interdisciplinary Studies ATC offers several courses in Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS). A student may take these courses as Humanities/Fine Arts choices in all of ATC’s associate’s degree programs and the General Studies Certificate. A student may use IDS courses as electives in many of the College’s programs. A student should consult his/her program coordinator or advisor about specific program electives. A student who wishes to transfer IDS courses should consult the institution to which he/she plans to transfer.
65 Business Programs Associate in Business Technology: Major Course Requirements... 39 Credits ACC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 Major in Accounting The Associate Degree in Business with a ACC 102 Accounting Principles II 3 Major in Accounting prepares the student ACC 201 Intermediate Accounting I 3 to record and post transactions, prepare ACC 202 Intermediate Accounting II 3 adjusting entries and financial statements, ACC 230 Cost Accounting I 3 perform general accounting operations, ACC 231 Cost Accounting II 3 process accounting information through a ACC 240 Computerized Accounting 3 microcomputer to produce various accounting BAF 230 Computers in Finance 3 records and maintain books for municipalities, BUS 121 Business Law I 3 state and government agencies. A graduate BUS 130 Business Communications 3 will be prepared to work independently or as a BUS 140 Business Mathematics 3 team member with management. BUS 220 Business Ethics 3 MGT 101 Principles of Management 3 This program is accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs Additional Course Requirements.... 6 Credits (ACBSP). Select TWO courses from the following: ACC 120 Federal Income Tax 3 ACC 150 Payroll Accounting 3 ACC 265 Not-for-Profit Accounting 3 General Education...... 18 Credits Communications 3 credits BUS 123 Business Law II 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 BUS 270 SCWE in Business 3 -OR BOTH- CPT 172 Microcomputer Database 3 ENG 101 English Composition 3 CPT 174 Microcomputer Spreadsheets 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 MGT 120 Small Business Management 3 MGT 121 Small Business Operations 3 Computer Science 3 credits Select one from: Total Semester-Hour Credits: 63 Credits CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 Certificate: General Accounting Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits The General Accounting Certificate program Select ONE course from the list on page 108. prepares the student for entry-level positions in the fast-growing field of bookkeeping, general Mathematics 3 credits accounting, recordkeeping and payroll. Select ONE course from the following: MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 General Education...... 6 Credits MAT 110 College Algebra 3 Communications 3 credits Select ONE course from the following: Social/Behavioral Sciences 6 credits BUS 130 Business Communications 3 ECO 210 Macroeconomics 3 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 -AND- Select ONE course from page 108. ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 Computer Science 3 credits Select one from: CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 66 Business Programs Major Course Requirements.... 15 Credits Mathematics 3 credits ACC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 Select ONE course from the following: ACC 150 Payroll Accounting 3 MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 ACC 240 Computerized Accounting 3 MAT 110 College Algebra 3 BAF 230 Computers in Finance 3 BUS 140 Business Mathematics 3 Social/Behavioral Sciences 6 credits ECO 210 Macroeconomics 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 21 Credits -AND- Select ONE course from the list on page 108.
Associate in Business Technology: Major Course Requirements... 36 Credits ACC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 ajor in anagement M M BAF 230 Computers in Finance 3 The Associate in Business Technology with BUS 121 Business Law I 3 a Major in Management Program prepares BUS 130 Business Communications 3 the student to perform the basic functions of BUS 140 Business Mathematics 3 management including planning, organizing, BUS 220 Business Ethics 3 staffing, directing and controlling. Students also MGT 101 Principles of Management 3 develop skills enabling them to communicate MGT 121 Small Business Operations 3 effectively both orally and in writing; develop MGT 150 Fundamentals of Supervision 3 and apply business ethics in managerial decision MGT 201 Human Resource Management 3 making; analyze and perform accounting MGT 240 Management Decision Making 3 operations; recognize and apply legal principles MKT 101 Marketing 3 as they relate to business crimes, torts, and contracts; apply the principles of economics to business; and apply the principles of human resource management to the development of a Additional Course Requirements.... 9 Credits Select THREE courses from the following: competent business staff. ACC 102 Accounting Principles II 3 BUS 123 Business Law II 3 This program is accredited by the Association BUS 135 Wage/Salary Administration 3 of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs BUS 210 Introduction to E-Commerce in 3 (ACBSP). Business BUS 250 Introduction to International 3 General Education...... 18 Credits Business Communications 3 credits BUS 270 SCWE in Business 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 CPT 172 Microcomputer Database 3 -OR BOTH- CPT 174 Microcomputer Spreadsheet 3 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 MGT 120 Small Business Management 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3
Computer Science 3 credits Total Semester-Hour Credits: 63 Credits Select one from: CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3
Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits Select ONE course from the list on page 108.
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Certificate: Basic Business Certificate: Business The Basic Business Certificate program prepares Administrative Support the student to enter the modern business world The Business Administrative Support Certificate with an understanding of the fundamental program prepares the student to provide the principles of accounting, marketing, finance, specialized administrative support needed in first-line supervision and/or small business business organizations. Specialized training operation. includes payroll, purchasing, human resource management and popular computer software.
General Education...... 6 Credits General Education...... 6 Credits Communications 3 credits Communications 3 credits Select ONE course from the following: Select ONE course from the following: BUS 130 Business Communications 3 BUS 130 Business Communications 3 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3
Computer Science 3 credits Computer Science 3 credits Select ONE course from the following: Select one from: BAF 230 Computers in Finance 3 CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3
Major Course Requirements.... 12 Credits Major Course Requirements.... 12 Credits ACC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 ACC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 BUS 135 Wage/Salary Administration 3 BUS 140 Business Mathematics 3 BUS 140 Business Mathematics 3 MGT 101 Principles of Management 3 MGT 201 Human Resource Management 3 MKT 101 Marketing 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits
Certificate: Management Information Systems The Management Information Systems Certificate prepares a student for positions utilizing information systems and business applications which provide management information in accounting, human resources and other functional areas of business and industry.
General Education...... 6 Credits Communications 3 credits Select ONE course from the following: BUS 130 Business Communications 3 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3
68 Business Programs Computer Science 3 credits Major Course Requirements.... 21 Credits Select one from: ACC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 BAF 230 Computers in Finance 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 BUS 135 Wage and Salary Administration 3 BUS 140 Business Mathematics 3 Major Course Requirements.... 12 Credits MGT 120 Small Business Management 3 ACC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 MGT 121 Small Business Operations 3 BAF 230 Computers in Finance 3 BUS 140 Business Mathematics 3 Select ONE course from the following: MGT 101 Principles of Management 3 MKT 101 Marketing 3 MKT 110 Retailing 3 MKT 120 Sales Principles 3 Additional Course Requirements.... 6 Credits Select TWO courses from the following: Total Semester-Hour Credits: 27 Credits ACC 240 Computerized Accounting 3 BUS 210 Introduction to E-Commerce 3 in Business CPT 162 Introduction to Web Page 3 Associate in Business Technology: Publishing Major in Marketing CPT 172 Microcomputer Database 3 The Associate in Business Technology with CPT 174 Microcomputer Spreadsheet 3 a Major in Marketing Program prepares the student to perform the basic functions of Total Semester-Hour Credits 24 Credits marketing including advertising, personal sales, public relations and sales promotion. The student will also develop the skills necessary to communicate effectively both ertificate mall usiness C : S B orally and in writing; recognize patterns Management of consumer behavior; develop and apply The Small Business Management Certificate basic market planning techniques; and have a program is designed for the student who general understanding of fundamental business is currently working for, operating or operations, including accounting, computer considering starting a small business. applications and economic principles. This Entrepreneurial decision making and program is accredited by the Association of opportunity analysis on a practical level Collegiate Business Schools and Programs are emphasized. (ACBSP). General Education...... 6 Credits General Education...... 18 Credits Communications 3 credits Communications 3 credits Select ONE course from the following: ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 BUS 130 Business Communications 3 -OR BOTH- ENG 101 English Composition I 3 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 Computer Science 3 credits Computer Science 3 credits Select one from: Select one from: CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3
69 Business Programs Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits Certificate: E-Marketing Select ONE course from the list on page 108. The E-Marketing Certificate Program offers students an extensive learning opportunity in Mathematics 3 credits the use of Internet technology in marketing Select ONE course from the following: applications. E-Marketing is one of the MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 fastest growing segments in today’s business MAT 110 College Algebra 3 environment, offering numerous employment opportunities for the prepared student. Social/Behavioral Sciences 6 credits ECO 210 Macroeconomics 3 Major Course Requirements.... 15 Credits -AND- BUS 130 Business Communications 3 Select ONE course from the list on page 108. BUS 210 Introduction to E-Commerce 3 in Business Major Course Requirements.... 36 Credits CPT 162 Introduction to Web Page 3 ACC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 Publishing BAF 230 Computers in Finance 3 IST 238 Advanced Tools for 3 BUS 121 Business Law I 3 Web Site Design BUS 130 Business Communications 3 -AND- BUS 140 Business Mathematics 3 Select ONE from the following: BUS 220 Business Ethics 3 CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 MGT 101 Principles of Management 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 MKT 101 Marketing 3 MKT 120 Sales Principles 3 MKT 110 Retailing 3 MKT 270 Internet Research and 3 MKT 120 Sales Principles 3 Marketing MKT 240 Advertising 3 MKT 265 Retailing Strategies and 3 Additional Course Requirements.... 9 Credits Applications Select THREE courses from the following: BUS 250 Introduction to International 3 Additional Course Requirements..... 9 Credits Business Select THREE courses from the following: BUS 270 SCWE in Business 3 ACC 102 Accounting Principles I 3 CPT 168 Programming Logic and Design 3 BUS 123 Business Law II 3 CPT 238 Internet Scripting 3 BUS 210 Introduction to E-Commerce 3 MKT 110 Retailing 3 in Business MKT 240 Advertising 3 BUS 250 Introduction to International 3 Business Total Semester-Hour Credits: 24 Credits BUS 270 SCWE in Business 3 CPT 162 Introduction to Web Page 3 Publishing MGT 120 Small Business Management 3 MGT 121 Small Business Operations 3 MKT 270 Internet Research and 3 Marketing
Total Semester-Hour Credits: 63 Credits
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Certificate: Marketing Specialist The Marketing Certificate program prepares the student for entry-level positions in the ever-expanding fields of marketing, retailing, and sales. The program is designed to give the student an understanding of the various basic skills required for a successful job applicant.
General Education...... 6 Credits Communications 3 credits Select ONE course from the following: BUS 130 Business Communications 3 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3
Computer Science 3 credits Select one from: CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3
Major Course Requirements..... 9 Credits BUS 140 Business Mathematics 3 MKT 101 Marketing 3 MKT 110 Retailing 3 Additional Course Requirements.... 3 Credits Select ONE course from the following: BUS 210 Introduction to E-Commerce 3 in Business MKT 120 Sales Principles 3 MKT 240 Advertising 3 MKT 270 Internet Research and 3 Marketing
Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits
71 Computer Technology Programs CPT 239 Active Server Pages 3 Associate in Computer Technology: CPT 242 Database 3 Major in Computer Technology - CPT 257 Operating Systems 3 Emphasis in Networking CPT 260 Fundamentals of Operating 3 Graduates of the Associate Degree in Computer Systems and Web Servers Technology Program with an Emphasis in CPT 265 Advanced Systems and 3 Networking receive the skills and training Procedures in hardware- and software-specific concepts needed to install, maintain and troubleshoot today’s complex interconnected business Additional Course Requirements... 18 Credits systems. This emphasis also allows the student to study programming languages and database CPT 180 Shell Scripting 3 management. IST 241 Network Architecture I 3 IST 246 Integrated Digital Network 3 General Education...... 15 Credits IST 253 LAN Service and Support 3 Communications 3 credits IST 259 Electronic Messaging 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 IST 291 Fundamentals of Network 3 -OR BOTH- Security I ENG 101 English Composition I 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 66 Credits
Computer Science 3 credits CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 Certificate: Computer Networking Graduates of the Certificate in Computer Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits Networking Program receive the training and Select ONE course from the list on page 108. skills necessary to design, build and install personal computers and network systems. Mathematics 3 credits Personal computer troubleshooting, high-level Select ONE course from the following: TCP/IP design, active directory administration MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 and network security are among the skills MAT 110 College Algebra 3 taught in this certificate.
Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits Select ONE course from the list on page 108. Major Course Requirements.... 18 Credits CPT 209 Computer Systems Management 3 CPT 257 Operating Systems 3 Major Course Requirements.... 33 Credits IST 241 Network Architecture I 3 CPT 162 Introduction to Web Page 3 IST 246 Integrated Digital Network 3 Publishing IST 253 LAN Support and Services 3 CPT 168 Programming Logic and 3 IST 291 Fundamentals of Network 3 Design Security I CPT 172 Microcomputer Database 3 CPT 209 Computer Systems 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits Management CPT 212 Visual Basic Programming 3 CPT 238 Internet Scripting 3
72 Computer Technology Programs CPT 239 Active Server Pages 3 Associate in Computer Technology: CPT 242 Database 3 Major in Computer Technology - CPT 257 Operating Systems 3 Emphasis in Programming CPT 260 Fundamentals of Graduates of the Associate Degree in Computer Operating Systems Technology Program with an Emphasis in and Web Servers 3 Programming receive the skills and training CPT 265 Advanced Systems and 3 in programming languages and software Procedures applications needed to create, maintain and troubleshoot software systems for today’s businesses. Students within this emphasis also Additional Course Requirements... 18 Credits gain experience with database software and CPT 213 Advanced Visual Basic 3 Internet application development. Programming CPT 240 Internet Programming with 3 Databases General Education...... 15 Credits CPT 252 Digital Animation 3 Communications 3 credits CPT 266 Introduction to C# Programming 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 CPT 283 PHP Programming I 3 -OR BOTH- CPT 284 ActionScript Programming I 3 ENG 101 English Composition 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 66 Credits Computer Science 3 credits CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 Certificate: Computer Game Design The Computer Game Design Certificate provides Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits students with the skills to understand and Select ONE course from the list on page 108. apply computer game design and development concepts. Students are prepared for entry-level Mathematics 3 credits employment in game design and related fields. Select ONE course from the following: Topics covered include game programming MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 fundamentals, game math and physics, 2D and MAT 110 College Algebra 3 3D graphics, and animation.
Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits Select ONE course from the list on page 108. Major Course Requirements.... 21 Credits CPT 168 Programming Logic and Design 3 CPT 232 C++ Programming I 3 Major Course Requirements.... 33 Credits CPT 233 C++ Programming II 3 CPT 162 Introduction to Web Page 3 CPT 252 Digital Animation 3 Publishing CPT 269 3D Digital Animation 3 CPT 168 Programming Logic and 3 CPT 284 ActionScript Programming I 3 Design CPT 288 Computer Game Dev. I 3 CPT 172 Microcomputer Database 3 CPT 209 Computer Systems 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 21 Credits Management CPT 212 Visual Basic Programming 3 CPT 238 Internet Scripting 3
73 Computer Technology Programs ENG 101 English Composition I 3 Certificate: Internet Programming The Internet Programming Certificate prepares SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 students with the skills and training in the programming techniques to create, maintain, Computer Science 3 credits and troubleshoot web pages and web sites CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 that contain complex programming for e- commerce, dynamic content delivery from Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits databases, and continual updates of the web Select ONE course from the list on page 108. page layout. Mathematics 3 credits Select ONE course from the following: Major Course Requirements.... 30 Credits CPT 162 Introduction to Web Page 3 MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 Publishing MAT 110 College Algebra 3 CPT 168 Programming Logic and Design 3 CPT 238 Internet Scripting 3 Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits CPT 239 Active Server Pages 3 Select ONE course from the list on page 108. CPT 240 Internet Programming with 3 Databases Major Course Requirements.... 33 Credits CPT 252 Digital Animation 3 CPT 162 Introduction to Web Page 3 CPT 283 PHP Programming I 3 Publishing CPT 284 ActionScript Programming I 3 CPT 168 Programming Logic and 3 IST 238 Advanced Tools for Web Site 3 Design Design -AND- CPT 172 Microcomputer Database 3 Select ONE course from the following: CPT 209 Computer Systems 3 CPT 172 Microcomputer Database 3 Management CPT 242 Database 3 CPT 212 Visual Basic Programming 3 CPT 238 Internet Scripting 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 30 Credits CPT 239 Active Server Pages 3 CPT 242 Database 3 CPT 257 Operating Systems 3 Associate in Computer Technology: CPT 260 Fundamentals of Operating 3 Systems and Web Servers Major in Computer Technology - CPT 265 Advanced Systems and 3 Emphasis in Web Development Procedures Graduates of the Associate Degree in Computer Technology Program with an Emphasis in Web Additional Course Requirements... 18 Credits Development receive the skills and training CPT 161 Introduction to Digital 3 in programming languages and software Raster Graphics I applications needed to create, maintain and CPT 240 Internet Programming with 3 troubleshoot web sites for information and Databases electronic commerce. CPT 252 Digital Animation 3 CPT 283 PHP Programming I 3 General Education...... 15 Credits CPT 284 ActionScript Programming I 3 Communications 3 credits IST 238 Advanced Tools for Website 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 Design -OR BOTH-
74 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 66 Credits Computer Technology Programs are prepared to be employed in the field of Certificate: Web Page Design The Web Page Design Certificate provides computer-based multimedia production in a students with the skills and training in the marketing environment. The degree provides design and programming techniques needed to the student with the skills to work with various create, maintain and troubleshoot web pages media — text, graphics, HTML, animation, and web sites. sound, web and video production — to be used in computer-based multimedia production. Major Course Requirements.... 24 Credits CPT 160 Digital Vector Graphics I 3 General Education...... 15 Credits CPT 161 Introduction to Digital Raster 3 Communications 3 credits Graphics I ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 CPT 162 Introduction to Web Page 3 -OR BOTH- Publishing ENG 101 English Composition I 3 CPT 168 Programming Logic and 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 Design CPT 252 Digital Animation 3 IST 238 Advanced Tools for Web Site 3 Computer Science 3 credits Design CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3
Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits Select ONE course from the following: Select ONE course from the list on page 108.
CPT 238 Internet Scripting 3 Mathematics 3 credits CPT 283 PHP Programming I 3 Select ONE course from the following: CPT 284 ActionScript Programming I 3 MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 MAT 110 College Algebra 3 Select One course from the following: Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits CPT 251 Digital Video Production 3 Select ONE course from the list on page 108. CPT 269 3D Digital Animation 3 CPT 292 Microcomputer Multimedia 3 Major Course Requirements.... 42 Credits Sound CPT 293 Advanced Microcomputer 3 Primary Technical Specialty: 30 credits Multimedia Applications Multimedia CPT 160 Digital Vector Graphics I 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 24 Credits CPT 161 Introduction to Digital Raster 3 Graphics I CPT 162 Introduction to Web Page 3 Associate in Occupational Publishing Technology: Major in General CPT 251 Digital Video Production 3 Technology - Emphasis in CPT 252 Digital Animation 3 CPT 257 Operating Systems 3 ultimedia and arketing M M CPT 292 Microcomputer Multimedia 3 Graduates of the Occupational Technology Sound Program with a Major in General Technology CPT 293 Advanced Microcomputer 3 and an Emphasis in Multimedia and Marketing Multimedia Applications
75 Computer Technology Programs IST 238 Advanced Tools for Website 3 Certificate: Advanced Multimedia Design The Advanced Multimedia Certificate CPT 269 3D Digital Animation 3 provides students with the skills to work with various animation, sound, web, and video Secondary Technical Specialty: 12 credits production used in computer-based multimedia Marketing production. MKT 101 Marketing 3 -AND- Major Course Requirements.... 18 Credits Select THREE courses from the following: CPT 251 Digital Video Production 3 BUS 210 Introduction to E-Commerce 3 CPT 252 Digital Animation 3 in Business CPT 292 Microcomputer Multimedia 3 MKT 110 Retailing 3 Sound MKT 120 Sales Principles 3 CPT 293 Advanced Microcomputer 3 MKT 240 Advertising 3 Multimedia Applications MKT 270 Internet Research and Marketing 3 CPT 269 3D Digital Animation 3 OST 265 Office Desktop Publishing 3 Additional Course Requirements... 6 Credits OST 265 Office Desktop Publishing 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits Select one from the following: ART 105 Film as Art 3 ARV 121 Design 3 Certificate: Computer Applications BUS 130 Business Communications 3 The Computer Applications Certificate gives MGT 120 Small Business students the skills to work with the basic Management 3 software packages used in business today as well as skills in microcomputer operating Total Semester-Hour Credits: 63 Credits systems and Windows environments. This certificate also prepares students for entry into a degree program of their choice in Computer Certificate: Basic Multimedia Technology. The Basic Multimedia Certificate provides students with the skills to work with various Major Course Requirements.... 12 Credits media — text, graphics, and HTML — used in CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 computer-based multimedia production. CPT 162 Intro. to Web Page Publishing 3 CPT 172 Microcomputer Database 3 Major Course Requirements.... 18 Credits CPT 257 Operating Systems 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Applications 3 CPT 160 Digital Vector Graphics I 3 Additional Course Requirements.... 6 Credits CPT 161 Introduction to Digital Raster 3 Select TWO courses from the following: Graphics I CPT 160 Digital Vector Graphics I 3 CPT 162 Introduction to Web Page 3 CPT 161 Intro. to Digital Raster Graphics I 3 Publishing CPT 168 Programming Logic and Design 3 CPT 257 Operating Systems 3 CPT 174 Microcomputer Spreadsheet 3 IST 238 Advanced Tools for Web Site 3 CPT 209 Computer Systems Mgt. 3 Design IST 238 Adv. Tools for Web Site Design 3 IST 241 Network Architecture 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits 76 Engineering Technology Programs Physical/Natural Sciences 4 credits Associate in Engineering PHY 201 Physics I 4 Technology: Major in Electronics Engineering Technology - Emphasis Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits in Computer Electronics Select ONE course from the list on page 108. The Associate Degree in Engineering Technology with a Major in the Electronics Major Course Requirements.... 29 Credits Engineering Technology Program with an EET 111 DC Circuits 4 Emphasis in Computer Electronics prepares EET 112 AC Circuits 4 technicians who install, program, operate, EET 131 Active Devices 4 maintain, service and diagnose computers with EET 145 Digital Circuits 4 operational problems arising from mechanical EET 235 Programmable Controllers 3 or electrical malfunctions in either individual EET 251 Microprocessor Fundamentals 4 units or systems. Also included in the program EET 253 Microprocessors 4 is instruction in the disciplines of science, EGR 255 Engineering Technology 2 mathematics and electronics necessary for Senior Systems Project understanding computer design, installation, construction, programming, operation, Additional Requirements...... 15 Credits maintenance and functional diagnosis, as well EET 210 Digital Integrated Circuits 4 as the detection, isolation and correction of EET 256 Systems Operation and 4 malfunctions. Maintenance EGR 110 Introduction to Computer 3 The Associate in Engineering Technology, Environment Major in Electronics Engineering Technology, TCE 201 Local Area Networks 4 Emphasis in Computer Electronics Program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Total Semester-Hour Credits: 69 Credits Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202- Certificate: Computer Electronics 4012, telephone (410) 347-7700. Admission to the Computer Electronics Certificate Program requires the completion General Education...... 25 Credits of the prerequisites listed below. Graduates Communications 3 credits of the Certificate in Computer Electronics ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 program receive the skills and training in digital electronics, microprocessor interfacing, Computer Science 3 credits computer hardware/software and networking. EGR 112 Engineering Programming 3 Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in electronics technology, Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits computer service, computer networks and Select ONE course from the list on page 108. other areas requiring knowledge of electronics and computer systems. Mathematics 9 credits *This Certificate is ideal for those students who MAT 110 College Algebra 3 have completed the Electronics Engineering MAT 111 College Trigonometry 3 Technology with an Emphasis in Electronics MAT 130 Elementary Calculus 3 Program and want additional skills in this area.
Entry into this program is restricted to those
77 Engineering Technology Programs students having met all prerequisites for the General Education...... 25 Credits following courses. Communications 3 credits ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 Major Course Requirements.....19 Credits EGR 110 Introduction to Computer 3 Computer Science 3 credits Environment EGR 112 Engineering Programming 3 EET 210 Digital Integrated Circuits 4 EET 253 Microprocessors 4 Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits EET 256 Systems Operation and 4 Select ONE course from the list on page 108. Maintenance TCE 201 Local Area Network 4 Mathematics 9 credits MAT 110 College Algebra 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 19 Credits MAT 111 College Trigonometry 3 MAT 130 Elementary Calculus 3
Associate in Engineering Physical/Natural Sciences 4 credits Technology: Major in Electronics PHY 201 Physics I 4 Engineering Technology - Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits Emphasis in Electronics Select ONE course from the list on page 108. The Associate Degree in Engineering Technology with a Major in Electronics Major Course Requirements.... 29 Credits Engineering Technology Program with an EET 111 DC Circuits 4 Emphasis in Electronics prepares technicians EET 112 AC Circuits 4 who support electrical/electronics engineers EET 131 Active Devices 4 and other technical professionals in the design, EET 145 Digital Circuits 4 development, modification and testing of EET 235 Programmable Controllers 3 electronic circuits, devices and systems. This EET 251 Microprocessor Fundamentals 4 major and emphasis also includes instruction EET 253 Microprocessors 4 in science, mathematics and the electronics EGR 255 Engineering Technology 2 necessary to support learning in practical Senior Systems Project circuit feasibility, prototype development and testing, systems analysis (including design, Additional Requirements...... 15 Credits selection, installation, calibration, and testing), EET 210 Digital Integrated Circuits 4 solid-state and microminiature circuits and EET 220 Analog Integrated Circuits 3 the application of technical data to specific EET 231 Industrial Electronics 4 problems in the electronics field. EET 241 Electronic Communications 4 The Associate in Engineering Technology, Total Semester-Hour Credits: 69 Credits Major in Electronics Engineering Technology, Emphasis in Electronics Program is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, telephone (410) 347-7700.
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Certificate: Basic Electronics Major Course Requirements.... 19 Credits The Certificate in Basic Electronics EET 210 Digital Integrated Circuits 4 accords students an opportunity to explore EET 220 Analog Integrated Circuits 3 engineering technology as a career option EET 231 Industrial Electronics 4 without committing to a two-year associate’s EET 241 Electronic Communications 4 degree program. Included in the certificate are EET 253 Microprocessors 4 entry-level courses in direct and alternating current principles and circuits, introduction to Total Semester-Hour Credits: 19 Credits digital circuits, basic computer programming, industrial safety and algebra.
Major Course Requirements.... 19 Credits EET 111 DC Circuits 4 EET 112 AC Circuits 4 EET 145 Digital Circuits 4 EGR 105 Safety in the Workplace 1 EGR 112 Engineering Programming 3 MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 OR MAT 110 College Algebra 3
Total Semester-Hour Credits: 19 Credits
Certificate: Advanced Electronics This certificate provides a wide array of knowledge and skills needed for the electronics and computer industry. Specifically, analog and digital circuits design, microprocessor interfacing, computer networking and the wireless technologies. This graduate is prepared to install and maintain electronic systems. Additionally, the graduate is prepared to sit for the FCC license and the Network + examinations.
*This Certificate is ideal for those students who have completed the Electronics Engineering Technology with an Emphasis in Computer Electronics Program and want additional skills in this area.
Entry into the program is restricted to those having met all prerequisites for the following courses.
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Certificate: Pre-Allied Health Associate in Health Science: The Pre-Allied Health Certificate Program Major in Nursing (ADN) provides students with the general academic The Associate Degree in Health Science: background required to be successful in a variety Major in Nursing Program prepares graduates of health care related fields. It is also designed to provide direct patient care in a safe, to prepare students to meet pre-requisites for effective manner across multiple settings and admission into several health care specialty prepares students for licensure examination for programs at ATC. Students will earn credits registered nurses (NCLEX-RN). The course that help meet specific program prerequisites of study includes both theory presentation and and apply toward program completion credit supervised clinical experience at affiliating should the student be admitted to a selected health care agencies. program. Students should work closely with academic advisors to select courses that will To apply for consideration for admission, help confirm their career choices and strengthen students must complete a nursing application their academic skills. form, have a minimum of a 2.7 cumulative grade point average (based on all courses taken at all Major Course Requirements.... 13 Credits colleges in the last 10 years), and complete the Choose ONE course from the following: following courses with the identified grade: ENG 101 English Composition I 3 (ADN, RAD, HIM) AHS 126 (A or B final grade and must have ENG 160 Technical Communication 3 been completed within the last 10 years) (EDA, SUR, MED) BIO 210 (C or better final grade and must have Choose ONE course from the following: been completed within the last 10 years) CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 (SUR, HIM) ENG 101 (C or better) MAT 110 College Algebra (ADN, RAD) 3 MAT 160 Math for Business and Finance 3 MAT 110 (C or better) (EDA, MED) Applications must be submitted by May 15, Choose ONE course from the following: 2007 to be considered for the Fall 2007 term BIO 112 Basic Anatomy and Physiology 4 or by October 1, 2007 to be considered for (EDA, SUR, HIM, MED) the Spring 2008 term. After the application BIO 210 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 date has passed, all applications meeting the (ADN, RAD) minimum requirements will be reviewed. Spaces will be allocated to those who are Choose ONE course from the following: most qualified as determined by the point PSY 105 Personal/Interpersonal 3 system listed on the nursing application form. Psychology (EDA, SUR) Students completing courses through non-ATC PSY 201 General Psychology 3 exemption exams should note that no points (ADN, RAD) are awarded for the successful completion of a CLEP, AP or DANTES examination. In Additional Course Requirements... 3 Credits addition, candidates earning the same number AHS 102 Medical Terminology 3 of points for consideration for admission will (EDA , HIM, MED, SUR) be given positions based on their cumulative grade point average as determined by the Vice Total Semester-Hour Credits: 16 Credits President of Student Services. 80 Health Programs Health Programs Notes: Major Course Requirements... 38 Credits 1. Admission to Aiken Technical College does First Year – First Semester not indicate admission into the nursing program. NUR 108 Patient Care Skills I 1 2. If not accepted in the term of interest, you NUR 160 Introduction to Nursing 4 must reapply. 3. Any student who has attempted and made First Year - Second Semester a WF, F, or D on a required general education NUR 106 Pharmacologic Basics 2 course, prerequisite course, corequisite course, in Nursing Practice a single nursing course twice, or any two (2) NUR 112 Patient Care Skills II 2 nursing courses - either RN or LPN, is not NUR 165 Nursing Concepts & 6 eligible to apply to this program. Clinical Practice I 4. Applicants whose first language is not English must submit official TOEFL scores. First Year - Third Semester A minimum score of 213 on the computer- NUR 263 Nursing Across 4 based exam or 500 on the paper exam is the Lifespan II required for admission consideration. NUR 265 Clinical Concepts 6 Clinical Practice II Once admitted to the program, students must submit documentation of the following: Second Year - First Semester a physical exam, TB skin test or chest NUR 162 Psychiatric and Mental Health 3 X-ray, current Health Care Provider CPR Nursing certification, current immunization record, NUR 244 Home Health Nursing 3 and proof of liability insurance. A criminal Second Year - Second Semester background check will be required prior to NUR 267 Nursing Concepts 6 clinical rotations. Depending on the result & Clinical Practice IV of the background check, a student may not be able to participate in clinical and will be Other Course Requirements...... 1 Credit withdrawn from the program. AHS 126* Health Calculations 1
General Education...... 27 Credits Electives...... 3 Credits Communications 3 credits Humanities Elective 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 68 Credits Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits ENG 101* English Composition I 3 *Must be successfully completed prior to application for admission to the program. Physical/Natural Sciences 12 credits BIO 210* Anatomy & Physiology I 4 LPN to ADN Articulation Program BIO 211 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) may also BIO 225 Microbiology 4 apply to continue their education by taking a transition course and then taking the final two Mathematics 3 credits semesters of the ADN program. This will lead MAT 110* College Algebra 3 to the awarding of the Associate Degree in Health Science: Major in Nursing and prepare Social/Behavioral Sciences 6 credits for the licensure examination for registered PSY 201 General Psychology 3 nurses (NCLEX-RN). PSY 203 Human Growth & Development 3
81 Health Programs Health Programs To apply for consideration for admission, LPNs a single nursing course twice, or any two (2) must complete an LPN to ADN articulation nursing courses - either RN or LPN, is not program admission form, provide a copy of a eligible to apply to this program. current LPN license, submit documentation of 4. Applicants whose first language is not at least one year full-time work experience as English must submit official TOEFL scores. A an LPN in the last 3 years, meet the admission minimum score of 213 on the computer-based criteria for Aiken Technical College, take exam or 500 on the paper exam is required the LPN General Achievement Profile, have for admission consideration. a minimum of a 2.7 cumulative grade point average on all college level work attempted in Once admitted to the program, students must the last 10 years, and complete the following submit documentation of the following: courses with the identified grade: a physical exam, TB skin test or chest X-ray, current Health Care Provider CPR certification, AHS 126 (A or B final grade and must have current immunization record, and proof of been completed within the last 10 years) liability insurance. A criminal background check will be required prior to clinical rotations. BIO 210 and BIO 211 (C or better final grade Depending on the result of the background and must have been completed within the last check, a student may not be able to participate 10 years) in clinical and will be withdrawn from the program. ENG 101 (C or better) The first semester of the LPN to ADN MAT 110 (C or better) Transition Program is as follows: NUR 201 Transition Nursing 3 PSY 201 General Psychology SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 PSY 203 Human Growth and Development After successful completion of the first semester Applications must be submitted by March 1, of the LPN to ADN Transition Program, the 2007 to be considered for the Summer, 2007 student will join the generic students for the term or by May 15, 2007 to be considered for last two semesters of the nursing program. the Fall 2007 term. All applications meeting the minimum requirements will be reviewed. Spaces will be allocated to those who are most Associate in Health Science: qualified as determined by the point system listed on the LPN to ADN articulation program Major in Radiologic Technology The Associate Degree in Health Science with a admission form. Major in Radiologic Technology Program prepares entry-level individuals to take and successfully pass Notes: the certification examination administered by the 1. Admission to Aiken Technical College does American Registry of Radiologic Technologists not indicate admission into the nursing program. (ARRT) and to develop good communication and 2. If not accepted in the term of interest, you strong interpersonal skills to be able to competently must reapply. perform within the healthcare environment. 3. Any student who has attempted and made a WF, F, or D on a required general education After acceptance into the “college,” the student course, prerequisite course, corequisite course, must complete an additional application and be
82 Health Programs Health Programs accepted into this “program.” Certain prerequisites Physical/Natural Science 8 credits must be completed prior to a student being admitted BIO 210* Anatomy and Physiology I 4 to this program or taking any of the RAD courses BIO 211* Anatomy and Physiology II 4 listed below. See Admissions and Records Office or program coordinator for further information. Major Course Requirements... 66 Credits RAD 102 Radiology Patient Care 2 The program is accredited by the Joint Procedures Review Committee on Education in RAD 103 Computed Tomography 2 Radiologic Technology, 20 N. Wacker Drive, RAD 104 Introduction to Physics 1 Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182; Phone RAD 110 Radiographic Imaging I 3 (312) 704-5300; E-mail to [email protected]. RAD 115 Radiographic Imaging II 3 A program graduate may be eligible to sit RAD 121 Radiographic Physics 4 for the American Registry of Radiologic RAD 130 Radiographic Procedures I 3 Technology national certification exam to RAD 131 Computed Tomograpy 1 become a licensed radiologic technologist. RAD 136 Radiographic Procedures II 3 RAD 155 Applied Radiography I 5 Only criminal background checks conducted RAD 165 Applied Radiography II 5 through the College will be accepted. Students RAD 176 Applied Radiography III 6 will be charged an additional fee at the time RAD 201 Radiation Biology 2 of registration. Conviction of a crime (other RAD 205 Radiographic Pathology 2 than a minor traffic violation) could make the RAD 230 Radiographic Procedures III 3 student ineligible. RAD 235 Radiography Seminar I 1 RAD 236 Radiographic Seminar II 2 Students will be required to participate in RAD 256 Advanced Radiography I 6 off-campus training in working clinical RAD 266 Advanced Radiography II 6 facilities therefore students will need reliable RAD 276 Advanced Radiography III 6 transportation, since assigned clinical sites are off campus. Total Semester-Hour Credits: 92 Credits *Must be successfully completed prior to General Education...... 26 Credits application for admission to the program. Communications 3 credits ENG 101* English Composition I 3 Diploma in Health Science: Major Allied Health 3 credits in Expanded-Duty Dental Assisting AHS 102* Medical Terminology 3 The Diploma in Health Science with a Major in Expanded-Duty Dental Assisting prepares Computer Science 3 credits the student to work closely with the dentist CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 as a chair-side assistant, office manager and laboratory assistant providing preventative and Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits restorative care. SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 After acceptance into the “college,” the student Mathematics 3 credits must complete an additional application and MAT 110 College Algebra 3 be accepted into this “program.” Certain prerequisites must be completed prior to a Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits student being admitted to this program or PSY 201 General Psychology 3 taking any of the DAT courses listed below. 83 Health Programs Health Programs See Admissions and Records Office or program Note: coordinator for further information. The student must obtain certification in CPR and provide documentation of a physical The program is accredited by the Commission exam, TB test, VDRL, Hepatitis B vaccine on Dental Accreditation of the American series and liability insurance prior to clinical Dental Association. A program graduate is participation. eligible to take the Dental Assisting National Board Examination to become a Certified Dental Assistant. Certificate: Pre-Dental Hygiene The Dental Hygiene Program prepares Students will be required to participate in the student to work as a licensed dental off-campus training in working clinical professional, oral health educator and clinician facilities therefore students will need reliable who, in conjunction with the dentist, provides transportation, since assigned clinical sites are preventative, educational and therapeutic oral off campus. care to patients. General Education...... 9 Credits Communications 3 credits Note: The Dental Hygiene Program is a two- ENG 160* Technical Communications 3 phase curriculum. Phase I courses are general education courses provided at ATC and will Mathematics 3 credits result in the award of a Pre-Dental Hygiene MAT 160 Math for Business and 3 Certificate from ATC. The student must Finance complete Phase I courses and maintain a GPA of 2.5 before being considered for Phase II. Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits PSY 105 Personal/lnterpersonal 3 To enter Phase II, the student must provide Psychology acceptable entry test scores (SAT or ACT), apply to Midlands Technical College, and Major Course Requirements... 38 Credits complete a pre-admission interview. AHS 113 Head and Neck Anatomy 1 DAT 105 Dental Charting 3 Students will be required to participate in off- and Documentation campus training in working clinical facilities DAT 113 Dental Materials 4 therefore students will need reliable transportation, DAT 115 Ethics and Professionalism 1 since assigned clinical sites are off campus. DAT 118 Dental Morphology 2 DAT 121 Dental Health Education 2 Phase I DAT 122 Dental Office Management 2 General Education...... 36 Credits DAT 123 Oral Medicine/Oral Biology 3 Communications 6 credits DAT 124 Expanded Functions/Specialties 1 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 DAT 127 Dental Radiography 4 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 DAT 154 Clinical Procedures I 4 DAT 164 Clinical Procedures II 4 Computer Science 3 credits DAT 177 Dental Office Experience 7 CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3
Total Semester-Hour Credits.... 47 Credits Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits Select ONE course from list on page 108, *Must be successfully completed prior to entry into except ENG 101, 102, 160, SPC 205 or 210 this program along with AHS 102 and BIO 112. 84 Health Programs Health Programs Mathematics 3 credits This program is accredited by the Association of MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 Surgical Technologists. Graduates are eligible to take the national accreditation exam. Physical/Natural Sciences 15 credits BIO 115 Basic Microbiology 3 Only criminal background checks conducted BIO 210 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 through the College will be accepted. Students BIO 211 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 will be charged an additional fee at the time CHM 105 General/Organic/Biochemistry 4 of registration. Conviction of a crime (other than a minor traffic violation) could make the Social/Behavioral Sciences 6 credits student ineligible. PSY 201 General Psychology 3 SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 Students will be required to participate in off-campus training in working clinical Phase I facilities therefore students will need reliable Total Semester-Hour Credits: 37 Credits transportation, since assigned clinical sites are off campus. Phase II Five additional semesters of course work will General Education...... 12 Credits be required at Midlands Technical College Communications 3 credits (MTC). A student completing Phases I and ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 II will receive an Associate Degree in Dental -OR BOTH- Hygiene from MTC. ENG 101 English Composition I 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3
Computer Science 3 credits Diploma in Health Science: CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 Major in Surgical Technology The Diploma in Health Science, Major in Physical/Natural Sciences 3 credits Surgical Technology Program will provide BIO 115 Basic Microbiology 3 students with the surgical technologist skills BIO 225 Microbiology 4 needed for employment in medical facilities. Upon successful completion, the student will be Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits eligible to take the national certification exam PSY 105 Personal/Interpersonal 3 administered through Licensing Credentialling Psychology Committee - Surgical Technology. PSY 201 General Psychology 3
After acceptance into the “college,” the student Major Course Requirements... 40 Credits must complete an additional application and SUR 101 Introduction to Surgical 5 be accepted into this “program.” Certain Technology prerequisites must be completed prior to a SUR 102 Applied Surgical Technology 5 student being admitted to this program or SUR 103 Surgical Procedures I 4 taking any of the SUR courses listed below. SUR 104 Surgical Procedures II 4 See Admissions and Records Office or program SUR 106 Advanced Surgical Procedures 2 coordinator for further information. SUR 107 Surgical Specialty Procedures 3 SUR 111 Basic Surgical Practicum 7 SUR 114 Surgical Specialty Practicum 7
85 Health Programs Health Programs SUR 120 Surgical Seminar 2 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 SUR 130 Biomedical Science for the 1 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 Surgical Technologist Physical/Natural Sciences 4 credits Total Semester-Hour Credits.... 52 Credits BIO 112 Basic Anatomy and 4 Physiology AHS 102 and BIO 112 must be successfully completed prior to entry into the program. Major Course Requirements... 32 Credits AHS 102 Medical Terminology 3 Note: The student must obtain certification in AHS 105 Medical Ethics and Law 2 CPR and provide documentation of a physical AHS 116 Patient Care Relations 3 exam, TB test, Hepatitis B vaccine series and MED 103 Medical Assisting Introduction 3 liability insurance prior to clinical participation. MED 105 Medical Assisting Office 5 Skills I MED 107 Medical Office Management 4 Certificate: Medical Assistant MED 112 Medical Assisting 2 The Medical Assistant Certificate Program Pharmacology prepares the student to assist the physician in MED 114 Medical Assisting Clinical 4 performing selected diagnostic tests as well as Procedures business office procedures. MED 156 Clinical Experience I 6
After acceptance into the “college,” the student Total Semester-Hour Credits: 39 Credits must complete an additional application and be accepted into this “program.” Certain Note: The student must undergo a physical prerequisites must be completed prior to a examination, provide documentation of student being admitted to this program or immunization and Hepatitis B vaccine series. taking any of the MED courses listed below. A yearly CPR certification, TB skin test and See Admissions and Records Office or program purchase of liability insurance are required. coordinator for further information. Each student must undergo a criminal background check prior to the beginning of The Aiken Technical College Medical Assisting the clinical experience. A grade of “C” or Program is accredited by the Commission better is required on all courses. on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), on recommendation of the Curriculum Review Board (CRB) of the Certificate: Medical Coding American Association of Medical Assistants’ The medical coder is a health information Endowment (AAMAE). specialist trained to assign diagnostic and procedural codes, applying both ICD-9-CM Students will be required to participate in and CPT-IV classification systems for optimal off-campus training in working clinical reimbursement in a variety of health care facilities therefore students will need reliable settings. The medical coder will establish a transportation, since assigned clinical sites are familiarity with other coding and classification off campus. systems utilized in nontraditional health care settings as well as reimbursement-related General Education...... 7 Credits issues and skills including DRG assignment/ Communications 3 credits validation, federal reimbursement systems and Select ONE course from one of the following: operations of third party payors and billing 86 Health Programs Health Programs departments. Students completing the program HIM 227 Senior Professional 3 are encouraged to sit for the national coding Competencies examination to receive credentials as a Certified HIM 266 Computers in Healthcare 3 Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Apprentice (CCA), or Certified Procedural Total Semester-Hour Credits: 38 Coder (CPC). AHS 102 and ENG 160 must be successfully Students must complete all the course completed prior to entry into the program. requirements with a “C” or better. The student may not repeat more than two courses in the program to obtain a “C.” Certificate: After acceptance into the College, certain Pre-Pharmacy Technician prerequisites must be completed prior to a The Pre-Pharmacy Technician Program student taking any of the HIM courses listed trains the student to work as a health care below. See program coordinator for further specialist under the supervision of a registered information. pharmacist to properly prepare and dispense medications, perform dosage calculations, Students will be required to participate in maintain patient records/profiles and enter off-campus training at coding practicum data into record systems. sites; therefore students will need reliable transportation since assigned practicum sites The student must provide acceptable entry are off campus. test scores (HOBET, SAT, or ACT), apply to Midlands Technical College, and complete a General Education...... 7 Credits pre-admission interview. Computer Science 3 Credits CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 Note: The majority of classroom and clinical experience is provided at Aiken Technical Physical/Natural Science...... 4 Credits College via satellite broadcast as a distance BIO 112 Basic Anatomy and 4 learning cooperative program. Institutional Physiology and community pharmacies will be utilized. Laboratory instruction will be held at the Major Course Requirements.... 31 Credits Midlands Technical College Airport Campus HIM 101 Introduction to Health 1 and require a weekly trip to Columbia for at least Information one full semester. General Education courses HIM 125 Standards and Regulations 2 are taken concurrently with Distance Learning HIM 130 Billing and Reimbursement 3 Pharmacy courses. Upon completion of all course HIM 135 Medical Pathology 3 work, a Pre-Pharmacy Certificate is awarded by HIM 137 Pharmacology for Coders 1 Aiken Technical College and a Diploma in HIM 140 Current Procedural 3 Health Sciences: Major in Pharmacy Technician Technology I is awarded by Midlands Technical College.
HIM 141 Current Procedural 3 General Education...... 20 Credits Technology II Communications 3 credits HIM 150 Coding Practicum I 3 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 HIM 216 Coding and Classification I 3 HIM 225 Coding and Classification II 3 87 Health Programs Health Programs Computer Science 3 credits The student who wishes to earn an Associate in CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 Health Science Degree with a Major in Physical Therapist Assistant must first complete the Mathematics 3 credits Phase I Certificate at Aiken Technical College. MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 All courses in Phase I must be passed with a grade of “C” or better, and the student must Physical/Natural Sciences 8 credits maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 to be considered BIO 112 Basic Anatomy and 4 for Phase II. Physiology CHM 105 General Organic and 4 On completion of Phase I requirements, Biochemistry students are then eligible to apply for Phase Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits II, a Greenville Technical College program PSY 201 General Psychology 3 with all classes offered on the ATC campus. Admission to Phase II is determined by Additional Course Requirements... 3 Credits Greenville Technical College’s weighted AHS 102 Medical Terminology 3 admission policy. Students should complete Phase I requirements by the end of spring Distance Learning...... 25 Credits semester before applying for Phase II. Pharmacy Credits Additional requirements for admission to Phase PHM 101 Introduction to Pharmacy 3 II include attendance at a Career Talk and 20 PHM 109 Applied Pharmacy Practice 2 hours of observation in physical therapy clinics. PHM 111 Applied Pharmacy Practice Lab 1 On acceptance into Phase II, students attend PHM 113 Pharmacy Math 3 all classes on the ATC campus, and clinical PHM 114 Therapeutic Agents I 3 rotations are scheduled within commuting PHM 118 Comm. Pharmacy Seminar 1 distance of Aiken. Upon completion of the PHM 124 Therapeutic Agents II 3 program, graduates are eligible to apply to PHM 152 Pharmacy Technician 2 take the national examination to be licensed to Practicum I practice as a physical therapist assistant. PHM 164 Pharmacy Technician 4 Practicum II Note: The student must obtain CPR certification PHM 173 Pharmacy Technician 3 and provide documentation of a physical exam, Practicum III immunization records, and TB test and undergo a criminal background check and drug screen Total Semester-Hour Credits: 48 Credits prior to assignment in a clinical setting.
Certificate: Pre-Physical Therapist Phase I Assistant (PTA) General Education...... 32 Credits The Physical Therapist Assistant Program Communications 9 credits provides a graduate with the skills to provide ENG 101 English Composition I 3 patient care, under the supervision of a licensed ENG 102 English Composition II 3 physical therapist, to individuals who have SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 experienced temporary or permanent disability due to pain, injury, disease or birth defects. Computer Science 3 credits CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3
88 Health Programs Health Programs Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 credits Fall Semester 13 credits Select ONE course from the list on page 108. PTH 264 Clinical Education II 5 PTH 270 Special Topics in PT 3 Mathematics 3 credits PTH 274 Clinical Education III 5 MAT 110 College Algebra 3 -OR- Phase II MAT 120 Probability and Statistics 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 48 Credits Physical/Natural Sciences 8 credits BIO 210 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 Note: BIO 211 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 After completing Phases I and II, a student will receive an Associate in Health Science with a Major in Physical Therapist Assistant from Social/Behavioral Sciences 6 credits Greenville Technical College. PSY 201 General Psychology 3 PSY 203 Human Growth and 3 Development
Additional Course Requirements... 3 Credits AHS 102 Medical Terminology 3
Phase I Total Semester-Hour Credits: 35 Credits
Phase II Phase II will be taught by Greenville Technical College PTA faculty on Aiken Technical College campus.
Fall Semester 12 credits PTH 102 Introduction to PT Intervention 2 PTH 105 Introduction to Kinesiology 3 PTH 115 Pathology for PTAs 3 PTH 118 Physical Agents and Modalities 4
Spring Semester 14 credits PTH 101 Professional Preparation 2 PTH 220 Patient Assessment Techniques 4 PTH 226 Therapeutic Exercises 3 PTH 228 Manual Therapy Techniques 2 PTH 234 Clinical Education I 3
Summer Semester 9 credits PTH 242 Orthopedic Management 4 PTH 246 Neuromuscular Rehabilitation 5
89 Industrial/Occupational Technology Programs EEM 231 Digital Circuits I 3 Associate in Industrial Technology: EEM 251 Programmable Logic 3 Major in Industrial Maintenance Controllers Technology EEM 275 Technical Troubleshooting 3 The Associate in Industrial Technology with a IMT 120 Mechanical Installations 5 Major in Industrial Maintenance Technology IMT 122 Couplings 2 combines the detailed study of Industrial IMT 131 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 4 Electricity/ Electronics and Industrial IMT 151 Piping Systems 3 Maintenance Mechanics to prepare the student IMT 161 Mechanical Power Applications 4 to be an electromechanical technician capable of the installation, repair and calibration of both basic and contemporary types of industrial Additional Course Requirements.. 12 Credits machinery. The program’s goal is to produce a ACR 101 Fundamentals of 5 graduate with the workmanship, design and Refrigeration problem-solving capabilities to allow him/her EGR 105 Safety in the Workplace 1 to excel as a multi-trade mechanic. EGT 106 Print Reading and Sketching 3 WLD Welding (any course) 3
General Education...... 15 Credits Total Semester-Hour Credits: 73 Credits Communications 3 credits ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 -OR BOTH- Certificate: Electrical/Maintenance ENG 101 English Composition I 3 The Electrical/Maintenance Certificate SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 Program develops competencies in electrical and mechanical areas as related to Maintenance Computer Science 3 credits Mechanics. CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 Major Course Requirements.... 29 Credits Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits EEM 140 National Electrical Code 3 Select ONE course from the list on page 108. EEM 151 Motor Controls I 4 EEM 166 Commercial/Industrial Wiring 4 Mathematics 3 credits EEM 217 AC/DC Machines with 4 MAT 101 Beginning Algebra 3 Electrical Codes IMT 120 Mechanical Installations 5 Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits IMT 122 Couplings 2 Select ONE course from the list on page 108. IMT 151 Piping Systems 3 IMT 161 Mechanical Power 4
Major Course Requirements... 46 Credits Total Semester-Hour Credits: 29 Credits EEM 140 National Electrical Code 3 EEM 151 Motor Controls I 4 EEM 161 Industrial Instruments 4 EEM 166 Commercial/Industrial 4 Wiring EEM 217 AC/DC Machines with 4 Electrical Codes
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Associate in Occupational Associate in Occupational Technology: Major in General Technology: Major in General Technology Technology - Emphasis in The Associate in Occupational Technology Automotive Technology with a Major in General Technology Program This program prepares the student to meet entry enables a student to acquire expertise in a level technical skills needed to be successful in minimum of two technical specialties and the automotive service industry. The student to become multi-skilled. The program core learns theory and practical applications used consists of a primary technical specialty in diagnosing problems and repairing today’s requiring a minimum of 28 semester highly technical automobiles. hours and a secondary technical specialty requiring a minimum of 12 semester hours General Education...... 15 Credits and an additional six semester hours of any Communications 3 credits other course. ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 -OR BOTH- A formal plan of study is agreed upon by the ENG 101 English Composition I 3 student’s advisor (of the primary specialty) and SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 the student prior to beginning the program. Computer Science 3 credits General Education...... 15 Credits CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 Communications 3 credits ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits -OR BOTH- Select ONE course from the list on page 108. ENG 101 English Composition I 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 Mathematics 3 credits MAT 101 Beginning Algebra 3 Computer Science 3 credits CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits Select ONE course from the list on page 108. Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits Select ONE course from the list on page 108. Major Course Requirements.... 51 Credits Primary Technical Specialty 39 credits Mathematics 3 credits AUT 105 Beginning Engine Repair 4 MAT 101 Beginning Algebra 3 AUT 111 Brakes 3 AUT 122 Suspension & Alignment 4 Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits AUT 132 Automotive Electricity 4 Select ONE course from the list on page 108. AUT 145 Engine Performance 3 AUT 149 Ignition and Fuel Systems 4 Major Course Requirements.... 46 Credits AUT 159 Tools, Equipment and 3 Reference Manuals First Technical Specialty (minimum) 28 AUT 160 Introduction to Automotive 1 Second Technical Specialty (minimum) 12 Technology Other Course Requirements 6 AUT 165 Environmental Management 3 AUT 222 4-Wheel Alignment 2 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 61 Credits AUT 241 Automotive Air Conditioning 4 (minimum)
91 Industrial/Occupational Technology Programs AUT 262 Advanced Automotive 4 Certificate: Automotive Engine Diagnosis and Repair Secondary Technical Specialty 12 credits Performance and Repair The Automotive Engine Performance and Select 12 credits from any single prefix (BUS, Repair Certificate Program prepares the EEM, MTT, WLD, etc.) that are approved by student to diagnose and repair engine-related the program coordinator. performance problems. Additional Course Requirements.... 4 Credits
EGR 105 Safety in the Workplace 1 Major Course Requirements... 24 Credits AUT 105 Beginning Engine Repair 4 -AND- AUT 132 Automotive Electricity 4 Select ONE course from the following: AUT 145 Engine Performance 3 AUT 116 Manual Transmission and Axle 4 AUT 149 Ignition and Fuel Systems 4 AUT 152 Automatic Transmission 4 AUT 159 Tools, Equipment and 3 AUT 153 Automatic Transmission 3 Reference Manuals Diagnosis AUT 160 Introduction to Automotive 1 AUT 157 Shop Management and 3 Technology Supervision AUT 262 Advanced Auto Diagnosis 4 AUT 162 Personal Automotive 3 and Repair Maintenance EGR 105 Safety in the Workplace 1 AUT 268 Special Topics in Automotive 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 24 Credits Total Semester-Hour Credits: 70 Credits
Certificate: Certificate: Automotive Heating Automotive Drive Train and Air Conditioning The Automotive Drive Train Certificate The Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Program prepares the student to diagnose Certificate Program prepares the student to and repair transmissions/transaxles or related diagnose and repair heating and air-conditioning problems. related problems.
Major Course Requirements.... 20 Credits Major Course Requirements... 16 Credits AUT 116 Manual Transmission and 4 AUT 132 Automotive Electricity 4 Axle AUT 159 Tools, Equipment and 3 AUT 132 Automotive Electricity 4 Reference Manuals AUT 152 Automatic Transmission 4 AUT 160 Introduction to Automotive 1 AUT 153 Automatic Transmission 3 Technology Diagnosis AUT 165 Environmental Management 3 AUT 159 Tools, Equipment and 3 for Automotive Industry Reference Manuals AUT 241 Automotive Air Conditioning 4 AUT 160 Introduction to Automotive 1 EGR 105 Safety in the Workplace 1 Technology EGR 105 Safety in the Workplace 1 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 16 Credits
Total Semester-Hour Credits: 20 Credits
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Certificate: Automotive Shop Associate in Occupational Management Technology: Major in General The Automotive Shop Management Certificate Technology - Emphasis in Engineering Program provides students with those skills Graphics Technology necessary to aspire to and to eventually assume The Associate in Occupational Technology management responsibility in an automotive with a Major in General Technology with repair facility. The program provides a firm Emphasis in Engineering Graphics Technology foundation in both automotive service and is the combined study of Industrial Drafting, small business management. It also addresses Computer-Aided Drafting and Computer- environmental concerns. Aided Manufacturing.
Major Course Requirements... 17 Credits This program is designed to produce a drafter AUT 157 Shop Management and 3 capable of creating detailed engineering Supervision drawings. Emphasis is on computer-generated AUT 159 Tools, Equipment and 3 drawings and programming for Computer- Reference Manuals Aided Manufacturing using AutoCAD and AUT 160 Introduction to Automotive 1 MICROSTATION software for computer- Technology aided drafting and E-Z CAM software for AUT 165 Environmental Management 3 computer-aided manufacturing. for Automotive Industry EGR 105 Safety in the Workplace 1 General Education...... 15 Credits MGT 120 Small Business Management 3 Communications 3 credits MGT 121 Small Business Operations 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 -OR BOTH- Total Semester-Hour Credits: 17 Credits ENG 101 English Composition I 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 Computer Science 3 credits Certificate: Brakes, Steering CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 and Suspension The Brakes, Steering and Suspension Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits Certificate prepares the student to diagnose Select ONE course from the list on page 108. and repair brakes, steering, suspension and alignment problems. Mathematics 3 credits MAT 101 Beginning Algebra 3 Major Course Requirements.... 18 Credits AUT 111 Brakes 3 Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits AUT 122 Suspension & Alignment 4 Select ONE ourse from the list on page 108. AUT 132 Automotive Electricity 4 AUT 159 Tools, Equipment and 3 Major Course Requirements... 49 Credits Reference Manuals Primary Technical Specialty 31 credits AUT 160 Introduction to Automotive 1 EGT 110 Engineering Graphics I 4 Technology EGT 115 Engineering Graphics II 4 AUT 222 4-Wheel Alignment 2 EGT 130 Geometric Dimensioning 3 EGR 105 Safety in the Workplace 1 and Tolerancing Applications EGT 151 Introduction to CAD 3 EGT 152 Fundamentals of CAD 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits 93 Industrial/Occupational Technology Programs EGT 155 Intermediate CAD 2 Certificate: EGT 157 CAD Techniques 2 EGT 210 Engineering Graphics III 4 Basic Air Conditioning/Refrigeration The Basic Air Conditioning/Refrigeration EGT 251 Principles of CAD 3 Certificate Program provides students with the EGT 252 Advanced CAD 3 fundamental skills necessary for entry-level employment in the heating, air conditioning Secondary Technical Specialty 14 credits and refrigeration service industry. MTT 111 Machine Tool Theory and 5 Practice I MTT 250 Principles of CNC 3 Major Course Requirements.... 16 Credits ACR 101 Fundamentals of Refrigeration 5 MTT 254 CNC Programming I 3 ACR 106 Basic Electricity for HVAC/R 4 MTT 258 Machine Tool CAM 3 ACR 130 Domestic Refrigeration 4 ACR 140 Automatic Controls 3 Additional Course Requirements.. 11 Credits EGR 105 Safety in the Workplace 1 EGR 176 Manufacturing Industries 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 16 Credits CET 105 Surveying I 3 EGT 215 Mechanical Drawing 4 Applications Certificate: Advanced Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Total Semester-Hour Credits: 71 Credits The Advanced Air Conditioning/ Refrigeration Certificate Program provides students with those Certificate: additional skills necessary for the installation, repair and calibration of air conditioning, omputer ided esign C A D (CAD) refrigeration and heating systems. The Computer Aided Design Certificate Program provides the person already possessing conventional drafting skills an opportunity to Major Course Requirements.... 18 Credits ACR 107 Wiring Diagrams 2 acquire Computer-Aided Drafting skills. ACR 110 Heating Fundamentals 4 ACR 120 Basic Air Conditioning 4 General Education...... 3 Credits ACR 131 Commercial Refrigeration 4 Mathematics 3 credits ACR 210 Heat Pumps 4 MAT 101 Beginning Algebra 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits Major Course Requirements.... 14 Credits EGR 112 Engineering Programming 3 EGT 130 Geometric Dimensioning 3 and Tolerancing Applications Certificate: Computerized Numerical EGT 152 Fundamentals of CAD 3 Control (CNC) EGT 155 Intermediate CAD 2 The Computerized Numberical Control EGT 252 Advanced CAD 3 Certificate Program is designed for the experienced machinist desiring to upgrade or Total Semester-Hour Credits: 17 Credits start CNC programming. This program includes the principles of CNC and programming, as Note: EGT 151, EGT 157 and EGT 251 may well as Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and be taken in lieu of EGT 152, EGT 155 and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM). EGT 252.
94 Industrial/Occupational Technology Programs Note: Twelve semester-hours in Machine Tool Certificate: Machine Tool Operator I or equavalent related experience approved The Machine Tools Operator I Certificate is by the program coordinator is required for directed toward training students for entry admission. level Machine Tool Operator positions. Emphasis is placed on the technical aspects Major Course Requirements.... 21 Credits of basic machine operations and includes EGT 106 Print Reading and Sketching 3 tools, measuring, safety and an introduction EGT 130 Geometric Dimensioning/ 3 to CNC principles. Students work through a Tolerancing Applications series of projects putting into practice what EGT 152 Fundamentals of CAD 3 is taught in the classroom. MTT 250 Principles of CNC 3 MTT 254 CNC Programming I 3 Major Course Requirements.... 24 Credits MTT 255 CNC Progamming II 3 EGR 105 Safety in the Workplace 1 MTT 258 Machine Tool CAM 3 EGT 106 Blueprint Reading 3 and Sketching MTT 105 Machine Tool 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 21 Credits Math Applications MTTT 111 Machine Tool Theory 5 and Practice I Certificate: Machine Tool MTT 112 Machine Tool Theory 5 The Machine Tool Certificate Program is and Practice II directed primarily toward the technical MTT 215 Tool Room Machining I 4 aspects of machine tool operations and MTT 250 Principles of CNC 3 includes instruction in conventional machine tools, hand tools, basic measuring tools, Total Semester-Hour Credits: 24 Credits layout procedure and inspection. The student is assigned a series of projects beginning with basic machine tool work and progressing to more complext projects. Certificate: Basic Welding Level I This program is designed to provide technical training for persons interested in entry level Major Course Requirements.... 27 Credits positions in the welding field. The Level I EGT 106 Print Reading and Sketching 3 program covers safety, welding terminology, EGT 130 Goemtric Dimensioning/ 3 blueprint reading, layout and measurement. Tolerancing Applications SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and GTAW of milled EGT 152 Fundamentals of CAD 2 steel will be covered. Special emphasis will MTT 111 Machine Tool Theory and 5 be given to machine set-up and adjustments Practice I for varying metal thickness. MTT 112 Machine Tool Theory and 5 Practice II Major Course Requirements.... 16 Credits MTT 143 Precision Measurements 2 WLD 101 Cutting Process 1 MTT 215 Tool Room Machining I 4 WLD 102 Introduction to Welding 2 MTT 250 Principles of CNC 3 WLD 103 Print Reading I 1 WLD 108 Gas Metal Arc Welding 4 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 27 Credits WLD 111 Arc Welding I 4 WLD 132 Gas Tungsten Arc 4 Welding - Ferrous
Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits 95 Industrial/Occupational Technology Programs Office Systems Technology Programs
Certificate: Structural and Pipe Welding The Structural and Pipe Welding Certificate Program provides the student the opportunity to develop skills in the major welding processes. The student must perform qualification testing on plate and pipe according to AWS and ASME standards. The program includes study in weld testing, blueprint reading and applied mathematics.
Major Course Requirements.... 30 Credits EGT 106 Print Reading and Sketching 3 MAT 101 Beginning Algebra 3 WLD 108 Gas Metal ARC Welding I 4 WLD 111 ARC Welding I 4 WLD 113 ARC Welding II 4 WLD 115 ARC Welding III 4 WLD 117 Specialized ARC Welding 4 WLD 152 Gas Tungsten ARC Welding 4
Total Semester-Hour Credits: 30 Credits
Certificate: Advanced Pipe Welding and Inspection The Advanced Pipe Welding and Inspection Certificate Program is designed for the student who has completed the Structural and Pipe Welding Certificate or has the appropriate experience. It incorporates skills already learned with new techniques to provide the student with the skills required for welding alloy piping. The program includes study in welding inspection, destructive testing, non- destructive testing and metallurgy.
Major Course Requirements... 20 Credits WLD 134 Inert Gas Welding Non-Ferrous 3 WLD 136 Advanced Inert Gas Welding 2 WLD 154 Pipe Fitting & Welding 4 WLD 170 Qualification Welding 4 WLD 204 Metallurgy 3 WLD 212 Destructive Testing 2 WLD 214 Non-destructive Testing 2
Total Semester-Hour Credits: 20 Credits
96 Industrial/Occupational Technology Programs Office Systems Technology Programs
Associate in Business Technology: Major Course Requirements... 42 Credits ACC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 ajor in ffice ystems M O S BUS 121 Business Law 3 Technology BUS 220 Business Ethics 3 The Associate Degree in Business with a MGT 101 Principles of Management 3 Major in Office Systems is accredited by OST 105 Keyboarding 3 the Association of Collegiate Business OST 110 Document Formatting 3 Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Students OST 161 Information Management 3 develop communication, customer service and OST 163 Information Processing 3 information management skills. Individuals OST 180 Customer Service 3 are prepared to work in the field of office OST 210 Document Production 3 technology using basic and advanced skills in OST 250 Advanced Information 3 word processing, office procedures, desktop Processing publishing, spreadsheet, database, presentation OST 251 Administrative Systems 3 and integration of office productivity software and Procedures to work in the rapidly changing field of office OST 267 Integrated Information 3 technology. Processing Select one: This program prepares students for the Certified OST 121 Machine Transcription 3 Professional Secretary (CPS) and Certified OST 123 Legal Machine Transcription 3 Administrative Professional (CAP) exams and the Microsoft Office Specialist certification. Additional Course Requirements... 6 Credits Select TWO from: Note: You can receive advanced placement AHS 102 Medical Terminology 3 based on test score qualifications. CPT 160 Digital Vector Graphics 3 CPT 161 Introduction to Digital General Education...... 15 Credits Raster Graphics I 3 Communications 3 credits CPT 172 Microcomputer Database 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 IST 281 Presentation Graphics 3 -OR BOTH- OST 265 Office Desktop Publishing 3 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 OST 270 SCWE in Office Systems 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 63 Credits Computer Science 3 credits CPT 174 Microcomputer Spreadsheet 3 iploma in utomated ffice Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits D A O The Diploma in the Automated Office Select ONE course from the list on page 108. program is designed for the student seeking short-term skills in an ever-changing Mathematics 3 credits technological administrative environment. Select ONE course from the following: Students are trained to transcribe, enter, MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 extract and manage information. Emphasis is MAT 160 Math for Business and 3 on business computer application skills such and Finance as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, desktop publishing and software integration. Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits PSY 105 Personal/Interpersonal Psych. 3 97 Office System Technology Programs
General Education...... 12 Credits Certificate: Desktop Publishing Communications 3 credits The Desktop Publishing Certificate program ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 is designed to prepare students for entry-level -OR BOTH- positions in desktop publishing. Emphasis is ENG 101 English Composition I 3 placed on development of basic administrative SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 office skills combined with training in desktop publishing. Desktop publishing involves Computer Science 3 credits creating and producing high-quality, printed CPT 174 Microcomputer documents (such as forms, newspapers, Spreadsheet 3 brochures, business cards or fliers) that Mathematics 3 credits combine text and graphics. Credits earned in Select ONE course from the following: this certificate may be applied to the Associate MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 in Business Technology: Major in Office MAT 160 Business Mathematics 3 Systems Technology.
Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits Major Course Requirements.... 24 Credits PSY 105 Personal/Interpersonal 3 CPT 160 Digital Vector Graphics I 3 Psychology CPT 161 Introduction to Digital Raster 3 Graphics I Major Course Requirements... 27 Credits CPT 257 Operating Systems 3 CPT 172 Microcomputer Database 3 IST 281 Presentation Graphics 3 IST 281 Presentation Graphics 3 OST 105 Keyboarding 3 OST 105 Keyboarding 3 OST 163 Information Processing 3 OST 110 Document Formatting 3 OST 250 Advanced Information 3 OST 163 Information Processing 3 Processing OST 250 Advanced Information 3 OST 265 Office Desktop Publishing 3 Processing OST 251 Administrative Systems and 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 24 Credits and Procedures OST 265 Office Desktop Publishing 3 Select one from: ertificate medical administrative OST 121 Machine Transcription 3 C : OST 123 Legal Machine Transcription 3 assistant certificate The Medical Administrative Assistant program prepares individuals for employment in the Additional Course Requirements..... 6 Credits Select TWO from the following: rapidly changing field of office technology. OST 161 Information Management 3 Students learn human relations and customer OST 180 Customer Service 3 service skills that enable them to interact OST 210 Document Productions 3 with patient’s in the physician’s office, health OST 267 Integrated Information 3 clinic, insurance companies, hospitals or any Processing health care facility. In addition, individuals OST 270 SCWE in Office Systems 3 are trained to be proficient in keyboarding, various computer software applications and information management. Students are able Total Semester-Hour Credits: 45 Credits to obtain employment as a receptionist, appointment secretary, telephone operator,
98 Office Systems Technology Programs and information management clerk. Credits Certificate: earned in this certificate may be applied to the Associate in Business Technology: Major in Office Support Assistant The Office Support Assistant program develops Office Systems Technology. skills to prepare students for entry-level administrative positions, such as computer General Education...... 10 credits operator, data entry clerk, file clerk, customer Communications 3 Credits service representative, receptionist, or develop Select ONE course from: skills for the beginning or re-entry office ENG 101 English Composition I 3 employee in business and industry. Credits ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 earned in this certificate may be applied to the Associate in Business Technology: Major in Mathematics 3 Credits Office Systems Technology. MAT 160 Math for Business & Finance 3
Physical/Natural Science 4 Credits Major Course Requirements.... 18 Credits BIO 112 Basic Anatomy 4 OST 105 Keyboarding 3 and Physiology OST 110 Document Formatting 3 OST 121 Machine Transcription 3 Major course requirements..... 23 Credits OST 161 Information Management 3 AHS 102 Medical Terminology 3 OST 163 Information Processing 3 AHS 105 Medical Ethics and Law 2 Software *MED 103 Medical Assisting 3 OST 180 Customer Service 3 Introduction MED 105 Medical Assisting 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits Office Skills I OST 105 Keyboarding 3 OST 110 Document Formatting 3 OST 161 Information Management 3 OST 163 Information Processing 3
Total Semester-Hour Credits 33
*Students must have completed ENG 032, RDG 032, and MAT 032 prior to taking MED 103.
99 Public Service Programs LEG 230 Legal Writing 3 Associate in Occupational LEG 231 Criminal Law 3 Technology: Major in General LEG 233 Wills, Trusts and Probate 3 Technology - Emphasis in LEG 234 Title Examination Procedures I 3 Paralegal Studies LEG 250 Internship for Legal Assistant/ 3 The Associate in Occupational Technology Paralegal with a Major in General Technology with Emphasis in Paralegal Studies Program Secondary Technical Specialty 12 credits prepares the student to assist attorneys in their Select FOUR courses from the following: professional responsibilities. As a paralegal, OST 105 Keyboarding 3 the student may have responsibility for OST 110 Document Formatting 3 legal research, claims investigations, client OST 123 Legal Machine Transcription 3 interviews, document preparation and litigation OST 161 Information Management 3 support. Employment opportunities exist in OST 163 Information Processing 3 such diverse areas as insurance, real estate, OST 180 Customer Service 3 banking and the public sector. OST 210 Document Production 3 OST 250 Advanced Information 3 General Education...... 18 Credits Processing Communications 6 credits ENG 101 English Composition I 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 60 Credits SPC 205 Public Speaking 3
Computer Science 3 credits Select one from: Certificate: Paralegal CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 The Paralegal Certificate Program prepares a CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 student to work under the direct supervision of an attorney. As a paralegal, the student will Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits prepare legal documents, interview clients and Select ONE course from the list on page 108. provide litigation support. The terms Paralegal and Legal Assistant are synonymous. Mathematics 3 credits MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 Major Course Requirements.... 18 Credits LEG 121 Business Law I 3 Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits LEG 135 Introduction to Law and Ethics 3 Select ONE course from the list on page 108. LEG 230 Legal Writing 3 -AND- Major Course Requirements... 42 Credits Select THREE courses from the following: Primary Technical Specialty 30 credits OST 105 Keyboarding 3 Select TEN courses from the following: OST 110 Document Formatting 3 LEG 120 Torts 3 OST 123 Legal Machine Transcription 3 LEG 121 Business Law I 3 OST 161 Information Management 3 LEG 122 Business Law II 3 OST 163 Information Processing 3 LEG 135 Introduction to Law and Ethics 3 OST 180 Customer Service 3 LEG 212 Workers’ Compensation 3 OST 210 Document Production 3 LEG 213 Family Law 3 OST 250 Advanced Information 3 LEG 214 Property Law 3 Processing LEG 215 Bankruptcy Law 3
100 Public Service Programs Additional Course Requirements.... 9 Credits Computer Science 3 credits Select THREE courses from the following: Select one from: LEG 120 Torts 3 CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 LEG 122 Business Law II 3 CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 LEG 212 Workers’ Compensation 3 LEG 213 Family Law 3 Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits LEG 214 Property Law 3 Select ONE course from the list on page 108. LEG 215 Bankruptcy Law 3 LEG 231 Criminal Law 3 Mathematics 3 credits LEG 233 Wills, Trusts, and Probate 3 Select ONE course from the following: LEG 234 Title Exam Procedures I 3 MAT 160* Math for Business and 3 Finance Total Semester-Hour Credits: 27 Credits MAT 110 College Algebra 3
Social/Behavioral Sciences 6 credits Associate in Public Service: Major Select TWO courses from the list on page 108 other than PSY 201 or SOC 101. in Criminal Justice Technology The Associate Degree in Public Service with a Major in Criminal Justice is designed Major Course Requirements... 36 Credits CRJ 101 Intro to Criminal Justice 3 for the student currently working in the CRJ 115 Criminal Law I 3 Criminal Justice field who wants to complete CRJ 125 Criminology 3 a degree program that will allow him/her to CRJ 130 Police Administration 3 transfer to a senior institution and for the CRJ 145 Juvenile Delinquency 3 student who does not want to transfer to a CRJ 218 Crisis Intervention 3 senior institution, but seeks to complete a CRJ 220 The Judicial Process 3 formal educational process in his/her chosen CRJ 222 Ethics in Criminal Justice 3 professional field. It is also designed for CRJ 242 Correctional Systems 3 the student who is seeking an introduction CRJ 260 Seminar in Criminal Justice 3 to higher education in the field of Criminal PSY 201 General Psychology 3 Justice. An articulation agreement with the SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy offers opportunities for re-certification credits in a higher education environment. Additional Course Requirements.... 6 Credits Select TWO courses from the following: CRJ 246 Special Problems in Criminal 3 Note: Options are listed for both transfer Justice and non-transfer program tracks. The student -OR- should discuss these options with his/her CRJ 250 Criminal Justice Internship I 3 advisor. -AND- CRJ 251 Criminal Justice Internship II 3 General Education...... 18 Credits Communications 3* or 6 credits ENG 160* Technical Communications 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 60 Credits -OR BOTH- * Indicates courses that are approved for non- ENG 101 English Composition I 3 transfer track only. SPC 205 Public Speaking 3
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Certificate: Criminal Justice Associate in Public Service: The Criminal Justice Certificate is designed Major in Early Care and Education to meet the needs of the working professional The Associate Degree in Pubic Service with a in the field of criminal justice. The program Major in Early Care and Education Program also serves as a short introduction to the field prepares the student to work with children for the entering student who has not made a and families in child development centers, career decision as well as a method of meeting family and group homes and agencies serving some degree requirements for the Human children and families. Services student interested in working in a law enforcement setting. This degree is designed as an occupational degree. It is not intended as a transfer degree All courses offered in the certificate may or articulation into four-year programs. This transfer into the Associate in Arts, Associate degree does not lead to teacher certification. in Science or Associate in Public Service Employment opportunities include lead teacher, Degrees. teaching assistant, paraprofessional, education specialist, family service worker, director and General Education...... 6 Credits assistant director. Communications 3 credits ENG 160* Technical Communications 3 General Education...... 15 Credits -OR- Communications 3 credits ENG 101 English Composition I 3 Select ONE course from the following: -AND- ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 -OR BOTH- ENG 101 English Composition I 3 Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 PSY 201 General Psychology 3 Computer Science 3 credits Major Course Requirements..... 9 Credits Select one from: CRJ 101 Introduction to Criminal 3 CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 Justice CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 CRJ 115 Criminal Law 3 -AND- Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits Select ONE course from the following: HIS 202 American History: 3 CRJ 246 Special Problems in Criminal 3 1877-Present Justice CRJ 250 Criminal Justice Internship I 3 Mathematics 3 credits Select ONE course from the following: Additional Course Requirements.... 9 Credits MAT 101 Beginning Algebra 3 Select THREE courses from additional Criminal MAT 110 College Algebra 3 Justice offerings other than internships. MAT 160 Business Math 3
Total Semester-Hour Credits: 24 Credits Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits PSY 201 General Psychology 3 * Indicates courses that are approved for non- transfer track only.
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Major Course Requirements... 21 Credits Diploma: Major in ECD 101 Introduction to Early 3 arly hildhood evelopment Childhood E C D The Diploma in Public Service with a Major ECD 102 Growth and Development I 3 in Early Childhood Development Program ECD 105 Guidance and Classroom 3 provides the student with the skills to evaluate Management and assume the role and responsibilities of ECD 107 Exceptional Children 3 a person employed in the early childhood ECD 135 Health, Safety, and Nutrition 3 profession, to explain and demonstrate how ECD 203 Growth and Development II 3 the knowledge of early childhood development ECD 243 Supervised Field Placement 3 influences a classroom teacher, to assume the personal qualities necessary for effective Additional Course Requirements... 24 Credits caregiving, to demonstrate an awareness ECD 106 Observation of Young 3 of a curriculum which is developmentally Children appropriate for young children ages 0 to 8 and ECD 108 Family and Community 3 to implement effective parent involvement Relations activities in an early childhood program. ECD 201 Professionalism and Ethics 3 ECD 252 Diversity Issues in Early 3 General Education...... 6 Credits Care and Education Communications 3 credits -AND- Select ONE course from the following: Select FOUR courses from the following: ENG 101 English Composition I 3 ECD 109 Administration and Supervision 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 ECD 131 Language Arts 3 ECD 132 Creative Experiences 3 Mathematics 3 credits ECD 133 Science and Math Concepts 3 Select ONE course from the following: ECD 138 Movement and Music for 3 MAT 101 Beginning Algebra 3 Young Children MAT 160 Math for Business and Finance 3 ECD 200 Curriculum Issues in Infant/ 3 Toddler Development Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits ECD 205 Socialization and Group Care 3 Select ONE course from the following: of Infants and Toddlers PSY 105 Personal/Interpersonal 3 ECD 207 Infants and Toddlers with 3 Psychology Special Needs PSY 201 General Psychology 3 ECD 210 Early Childhood Intervention 3 SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 ECD 237 Methods and Materials 3 SOC 102 Marriage and the Family 3 ECD 251 Supervised Field Experience 3 in Infant/Toddler Environment Major Course Requirements.... 36 Credits ECD 101 Introduction to Early 3 Childhood Total Semester-Hour Credits: 60 Credits ECD 102 Growth and Development I 3 ECD 105 Guidance-Classroom 3 Management ECD 107 Exceptional Children 3 ECD 108 Family and Community 3 Relations ECD 131 Language Arts 3
103 Public Service Programs ECD 132 Creative Experiences 3 MAT 160 Math for Business and Finance 3 ECD 133 Science and Math Concepts 3 -AND- ECD 135 Health, Safety, and Nutrition 3 Select ONE course from the following: ECD 203 Growth and Development II 3 MGT 101 Principles of Management 3 ECD 237 Methods and Materials 3 MGT 120 Small Business Management 3 ECD 243 Supervised Field Experience I 3 MGT 121 Small Business Operations 3
Total Semester-Hour Credits: 45 Credits Total Semester-Hour Credits: 36 Credits
Note: The student must undergo a S.C. State Note: The student must undergo a S.C. Law Enforcement Division records check, State Law Enforcement Division records provide current TB test results and undergo check, provide current TB test results and a health assessment when entering the Early undergo a health assessment on entering the Childhood Development program. The Early Childhood Development Childcare student must obtain certification in CPR and Management Certificate Program. The student First Aid prior to graduation. must obtain certification in CPR and First Aid prior to graduation. Certificate: Childcare Management The Childcare Management Certificate Program Certificate: provides the student with the basic knowledge Early Childhood Development of management, supervisory and administrative The Early Childhood Development Certificate skills for early childhood environments, Program provides the student with the skills introduces concepts related to small business to assume the role and responsibilities of management, assists in developing skills to a person employed in the early childhood manage multi-age groups of diverse children profession, to assume the personal qualities and assists in developing human relations skills necessary for effective care giving and to in working with children, parents, colleagues demonstrate an awareness of a curriculum and the community. which is developmentally appropriate for young children. Major Course Requirements... 36 Credits CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 Major Course Requirements.... 27 Credits ECD 102 Growth and Development I 3 ECD 101 Introduction to Early 3 ECD 105 Guidance-Classroom 3 Childhood Management ECD 102 Growth and Development I 3 ECD 106 Observation of Young Children 3 ECD 105 Guidance-Classroom 3 ECD 107 Exceptional Children 3 Management ECD 108 Family and Community 3 ECD 107 Exceptional Children 3 Relations ECD 131 Language Arts 3 ECD 109 Administration and 3 ECD 132 Creative Experiences 3 Supervision ECD 133 Science and Math Concepts 3 ECD 135 Health, Safety and Nutrition 3 ECD 135 Health, Safety and Nutrition 3 ECD 203 Growth and Development II 3 ECD 203 Growth and Development II 3 ECD 237 Methods and Materials 3 -AND- Total Semester-Hour Credits: 27 Credits Select ONE course from the following: Note: The student must undergo a S.C. MAT 101 Beginning Algebra 3 State Law Enforcement Division records
104 Public Service Programs check, provide current TB test results and program is designed to give the student the undergo a health assessment on entering opportunity to earn specialty certificates in the Early Childhood Development Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Criminal Justice, Childcare Management Certificate Program. Early Childhood Development, Gerontology The student must obtain certification and Social Services Assistant, while obtaining in CPR and First Aid prior to graduation. the Associate Degree in Human Services.
Certificate: Infant/Toddler General Education...... 18 Credits The Infant/Toddler Certificate is an 18-hour Communications 6 credits program designed specifically to provide early ENG 101 English Composition I 3 childhood teachers the skills and knowledge SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 needed for caring for infants and toddlers. This credential helps fulfill the education Computer Science 3 credits requirements for the Palmetto STARS Select one from: program quality rating system offered by CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 3 the SC Department of Social Services. The CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts 3 coursework taken can be applied toward the Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credits associate’s degree program. Select ONE course from the list on page 108.
Major Course Requirements.... 18 Credits Mathematics 3 credits ECD 101 Introduction to Early 3 Select ONE course from the following: Childhood MAT 101 Beginning Algebra 3 ECD 102 Growth and Development 3 MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 3 ECD 200 Curriculum Issues in Infant 3 MAT 110 College Algebra 3 and Toddler Development ECD 205 Socialization and Group Care 3 Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 credits of Infants and Toddlers SOC 205 Social Problems 3 ECD 207 Infants and Toddlers with 3 Special Needs Major Course Requirements.... 21 Credits ECD 251 Supervised Field Experiences 3 HUS 101 Introduction to Human 3 in Infant/Toddler Environment Services PSY 105 Personal/lnterpersonal 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 18 Credits Psychology PSY 201 General Psychology 3 ssociate in ublic ervice A P S : PSY 203 Human Growth and 3 Major in Human Services Development The Associate Degree in Public Service with PSY 212 Abnormal Psychology 3 a Major in Human Services Program prepares PSY 230 Interviewing Techniques 3 the student to work as a paraprofessional in PSY 231 Counseling Techniques 3 agencies that provide services to a variety of populations. The program combines classroom Field Placement Requirements... 9 Credits work with supervised real-world experiences. HUS 150 Supervised Field Placement I 3 Graduates may find employment opportunities HUS 151 Supervised Field Placement II 3 with federal, state and local government, social HUS 152 Supervised Field Placement III 3 services agencies and programs, and with private human services organizations. The
105 Public Service Programs Additional Course Requirements... 17 Credits delivering services to the elderly. The program Select SIX courses from CRJ, ECD, HUS and combines classroom work with supervised, real- PSY courses, which are not used to meet a world experiences in hospital settings, nursing requirement in the degree. Field placement and homes, hospice, assisted living facilities, state internship courses cannot be used to meet this or home care agencies, and private settings. requirement. Major Course Requirements.... 26 Credits HUS 152 Supervised Field Placement III 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 65 Credits HUS 112 Services for the Elderly 2 HUS 134 Activity Therapy 3 Note: The student must obtain certification in HUS 205 Gerontology 3 CPR and First Aid prior to graduation. HUS 206 Death and Dying 3 PSY 105 Personal/lnterpersonal Psy. 3 Certificate: Alcohol and Drug Abuse PSY 230 Interviewing Techniques 3 As part of the Associate in Public Service PSY 231 Counseling Techniques 3 Major in Human Services Degree, the Alcohol PSY 235 Group Dynamics 3 and Drug Abuse Certificate prepares the student to work as a paraprofessional with agencies Total Semester-Hour Credits: 26 Credits involved in the prevention, intervention and treatment of addictions. The program combines Note: The student must obtain certification in classroom work with supervised real-world CPR and First Aid prior to graduation. experiences in rehabilitation centers and state or private agencies which treat alcohol and Certificate: Social Services Assistant drug abuse problems. The Social Services Assistant Certificate prepares the student for entry-level positions Major Course Requirements... 27 Credits in a variety of human services and mental HUS 151 Supervised Field Placement II 3 health agencies. It provides opportunities for HUS 208 Alcohol and Drug Abuse 3 those who are already employed or are seeking PSY 105 Personal/lnterpersonal 3 employment in the field. Students may also Psychology select this certificate as part of the Associate PSY 230 Interviewing Techniques 3 in Public Service, Major in Human Services PSY 231 Counseling Techniques 3 Degree. The program combines classroom work PSY 235 Group Dynamics 3 with supervised field placement experience. PSY 237 Crisis Management 3 PSY 240 Ethnicity and Minority Issues 3 Major Course Requirements.... 24 Credits AND ... choose one from the following: HUS 101 Introduction to Human Services 3 CRJ 145 Juvenile Delinquency 3 HUS 150 Supervised Field Placement I 3 SOC 210 Juvenile Delinquency 3 HUS 209 Case Management 3 PSY 105 Personal/lnterpersonal 3 Total Semester-Hour Credits: 27 Credits Psychology Note: The student must obtain certification in PSY 201 General Psychology 3 CPR and First Aid prior to graduation. PSY 231 Counseling Techniques 3 PSY 237 Crisis Management 3 Certificate: Gerontology SOC 205 Social Problems 3 As part of the Associate in Public Service Major in Human Services Degree, the Gerontology Total Semester-Hour Credits: 24 Credits Certificate prepares the student to work as a paraprofessional with agencies involved in Note: The student must obtain certification in CPR and First Aid prior to graduation. 106 Course Descriptions
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107 Course Listings Students in technical programs may select any HIS 202 American History: 1877 3 of the courses listed below to satisfy program to Present requirements for courses in the Humanities/ JOU 101 Introduction to Journalism 3 Fine Arts category and/or courses in the Social/ MUS 105 Music Appreciation 3 Behavioral Sciences category. PHI 101 Introduction to Philosophy 3 PHI 110 Ethics 3 Note: PHI 115 Contemporary Moral Issues 3 Students enrolled in the Associate in Arts, RDG 101 College Reading 3 Associate in Science and General Studies REL 103 Comparative Religion 3 Certificate Programs MUST select courses SPA 101 Beginning Spanish I 4 from the official list of transfer courses on SPA 102 Beginning Spanish II 4 pages 22-23 to fulfill degree and certificate SPA 201 Intermediate Spanish I 3 requirements. SPA 202 Intermediate Spanish II 3 SPC 205 Public Speaking 3 SPC 210 Oral Interpretation of 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Course List Literature Course Title Credits THE 101 Introduction to Theatre 3 ART 101 History/Appreciation of Art 3 ART 105 Film As Art 3 ARV 121 Design 3 Social/Behavioral Sciences Course ENG 101 English Composition I 3 Course Title Credits ENG 102 English Composition II 3 ANT 101 General Anthropology 3 ENG 160 Technical Communications 3 ECO 210 Macroeconomics 3 ENG 201 American Literature I 3 ECO 211 Microeconomics 3 ENG 202 American Literature II 3 GEO 101 Introduction to Geography 3 ENG 203 American Literature Survey 3 GEO 102 World Geography 3 ENG 205 English Literature I 3 HUS 101 Intro. to Human Services 3 ENG 206 English Literature II 3 PSC 201 American Government 3 ENG 208 World Literature I 3 PSC 215 State and Local Government 3 ENG 209 World Literature II 3 PSY 105 Personal/Interpersonal 3 ENG 214 Fiction 3 Psychology ENG 218 Drama 3 PSY 201 General Psychology 3 ENG 222 Poetry 3 PSY 203 Human Growth and 3 ENG 230 Women in Literature 3 Development ENG 236 African-American Literature 3 PSY 208 Human Sexuality 3 ENG 260 Advanced Technical Comm. 3 PSY 212 Abnormal Psychology 3 FRE 101 Elementary French I 4 SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 FRE 102 Elementary French II 4 SOC 102 Marriage and the Family 3 FRE 201 Intermediate French I 3 SOC 205 Social Problems 3 FRE 202 Intermediate French II 3 SOC 206 Social Psychology 3 GER 101 Elementary German I 4 SOC 210 Juvenile Delinquency 3 GER 102 Elementary German II 4 SOC 220 Sociology and the Family 3 HIS 101 Western Civilization to 1689 3 SOC 235 Thanatology 3 HIS 102 Western Civilization: Post 1689 3 HIS 201 American History: 3 Discovery to 1877
108 Courses: ACC
Physical/Natural Sciences ACC 120 Federal Income Tax Course Title Credits 3.0-0.0-3.0 BIO 101 Biological Science I 4 This course is a study of the income tax BIO 102 Biological Science II 4 structure from the standpoint of the individual, BIO 210 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 partnership, and corporation. BIO 211 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 101 BIO 225 Microbiology 4 CHM 110 College Chemistry I 4 ACC 150 Payroll Accounting CHM 111 College Chemistry II 4 3.0-0.0-3.0 CHM 211 Organic ChemistryI 4 This course introduces the major tasks of PHY 201 Physics I 4 payroll accounting; employment practices; PHY 202 Physics II 4 federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations; internal controls; and various Special Note: forms and records. Computer simulation Courses listed on the previous page in the included. Humanities/Fine Arts and Social/Behavioral Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 101 Sciences categories may be applied only once to satisfy curriculum requirements. They may ACC 201 Intermediate Accounting I NOT be applied to both categories at any time. 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course explores the fundamental processes 3.0-0.0-3.0 Numbering System: of accounting theory, including the preparation First number:...... Class hours per week. of financial statements. Second number:.... Lab hours per week. Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 102 Third number:...... Credits earned for successful completion of class. ACC 202 Intermediate Accounting ll 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course covers the applications of Accounting (ACC) accounting principles and concepts in account evaluation and income determination, including ACC 101 Accounting Principles I special problems peculiar to corporations and 3.0-0.0-3.0 the analysis of financial reports. This course introduces basic accounting Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 201 procedures for analyzing, recording and summarizing financial transactions; adjusting ACC 230 Cost Accounting I and closing the financial records at the end of 3.0-0.0-3.0 the accounting cycle; and preparing financial This course is a study of the accounting statements. principles involved in job order cost systems. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 032 and RDG 031 Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 102 ACC 102 Accounting Principles ll ACC 231 Cost Accounting ll 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course emphasizes managerial accounting This course is a study of the accounting theory and practice in basic accounting and principles involving processing and standard procedures for cost accounting, budgeting, cost systems. cost-volume analysis, and financial statement Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 230 analysis. Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 101
109 Courses: ACC - AHS ACC 240 Computerized Accounting ACR 120 Basic Air Conditioning 3.0-0.0-3.0 2.0-6.0-4.0 This course is a study of using the computer This course is a study of various types of air to design and implement various accounting conditioning equipment including electrical functions, including financial transactions, components, schematics, and service to the records, statements, reports, and documents. refrigerant circuit. Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 101 and CPT 101 Prerequisite(s)...... ACR 101 and ACR 106
ACC 265 Not-For-Profit Accounting ACR 130 Domestic Refrigeration 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-3.0-4.0 This course introduces the special accounting This course is a study of domestic refrigeration needs of municipalities, counties, states, the equipment. federal government and governmental agencies, Prerequisite(s)...... ACR 101 and ACR 106 and other not-for-profit organizations. Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 101 ACR 131 Commercial Refrigeration 2.0-6.0-4.0 Air Conditioning and This course is a study of maintenance and Refrigeration Technology (ACR) repair of commercial refrigeration systems. Prerequisite(s)...... ACR 101 and ACR 106 ACR 101 Fundamentals of Refrigeration 3.0-6.0-5.0 ACR 140 Automatic Controls This course covers the refrigeration cycle, 2.0-3.0-3.0 refrigerants, pressure/temperature relationship, This course is a study of the adjustment, repair, and system components. and maintenance of a variety of pressure- and Prerequisite(s)...... None temperature-sensitive automatic controls. Prerequisite(s)...... ACR 101 and ACR 106 ACR 106 Basic Electricity for HVAC/R 3.0-3.0-4.0 ACR 210 Heat Pumps This course includes a basic study of electricity, 3.0-3.0-4.0 including Ohm’s Law and series and parallel This course is a study of theory and operational circuits as they relate to heating, ventilating, principles of the heat pump. air conditioning, and/or refrigeration systems. Prerequisite(s)...... ACR 101 and ACR 106 Prerequisite(s)...... None
ACR 107 Wiring Diagrams Allied Health (AHS) 2.0-0.0-2.0 AHS 101 Introduction to Health This course covers the basic requirements for 2.0-0.0-2.0 Professions interpretation of wiring diagrams used in air This course provides a study of the health conditioning and refrigeration equipment. professions and the health care industry. Prerequisite(s)...... None Prerequisite(s)...... None ACR 110 Heating Fundamentals AHS 102 Medical Terminology 2.0-6.0-4.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course covers the basic concepts of This course covers medical terms including oil, gas, and electric heat, as well as their roots, prefixes, and suffixes with emphasis on components and operation. spelling, definition, and pronunciation. Prerequisite(s)...... ACR 101 and ACR 106 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032 110 Courses: AHS - AUT AHS 105 Medical Ethics and Law ART 105 Film As Art 2.0-0.0-2.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course provides a study of ethical conduct This course provides an introduction to the and legal responsibilities related to health appreciation of film and covers the elements care. and principles of cinema with historical and Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 contemporary examples. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 and RDG 031 AHS 113 Head and Neck Anatomy 0.0-3.0-1.0 ART 108 History of Western Art This course provides a detailed study of the 3.0-0.0-3.0 structure of the head and neck with emphasis This course is a visual and historical survey of on structure as it pertains to the study of dental western art form from the Renaissance through science. modern times. The techniques, forms, and Prerequisite(s)...... BIO 112 and admission expressive content of painting, sculpture, and into EDA program architecture will be studied within the context AHS 116 Patient Care Relations of the cultural environment which produced 3.0-0.0-3.0 them. This course includes a study of the psychological Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032 and emotional effects of illness, hospitalization, and recuperation upon the patient, the health ARV 121 Design care providers, and others. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 This course covers basic theories, vocabulary, principles, techniques, media, and problem- AHS 126 Health Calculations solving in basic design. 1.0-0.0-1.0 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032 This course is a study of the mathematical concepts needed in health science studies. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 032 Automotive Technology (AUT) AUT 105 Beginning Engine Repair AHS 155 Special Topics In Health Care 2.0-6.0-4.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 A basic study of minor engine repairs, this This course emphasizes specialized job-related course includes in-frame repairs, cylinder head education in health care. reconditioning, and timing belt replacement. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032 Also included in the course is the study of basic engine systems. Prerequisite(s)...... None Art (ART and ARV) ART 101 Art History and Appreciation AUT 111 Brakes 3.0-0.0-3.0 2.0-3.0-3.0 This is an introductory course to the history This course is a study of the fundamentals and appreciation of art, including the elements of hydraulics and brake components in and principles of visual arts. their application to automotive brake Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 031 or systems including cylinder and caliper service acceptable placement test scores and machining of rotors and drums. Prerequisite(s)...... None
111 Courses: AUT AUT 116 Manual Transmission & Axle AUT 152 Automatic Transmission 3.0-3.0-4.0 2.0-6.0-4.0 This course is an advanced study of manual This course is a basic study of power flow transmissions and transaxles, including proper and hydraulics, including torque converter overhaul procedures for axles and manual operation. transmissions and transaxles. Prerequisite(s)...... None Prerequisite(s)...... None Corequisite...... AUT 153
AUT 122 Suspension and Alignment AUT 153 Automatic Transmission 3.0-3.0-4.0 2.0-3.0-3.0 Diagnosis This course is a study of suspension and This course is a basic study of power flow steering systems including non-adjustable charts and their use in diagnosing automatic and adjustable wheel alignment angles and transmissions, including the use of pressure application of balancing and alignment testing in diagnosing automatic transmission equipment. concerns, repair, and overhaul procedures. Prerequisite(s)...... None Prerequisite(s)...... None Corequisite(s)...... AUT 152 or approval of AUT 132 Automotive Electricity program coordinator 2.0-6.0-4.0 This course is a study of electricity as used in AUT 157 Shop Management and automotive applications. This course includes 2.0-3.0-3.0 Supervision DC and AC principles and their various uses This course covers shop management and in the automobile. The relationship between supervision skills, including shop morale, Ohm’s Law and actual automotive circuits quality control, and customer relations. is demonstrated. Component operation and Prerequisite(s)...... None diagnosis is included. Prerequisite(s)...... None AUT 159 Tools, Equipment, and 2.0-3.0-3.0 Reference Manuals AUT 145 Engine Performance This course is a study of the proper selection, 2.0-3.0-3.0 care, and use of tools and equipment, including This course covers the diagnosis of various proper use of service and reference manuals performance problems using the appropriate and guides and diagnostic procedures. diagnostic equipment and manuals. Logical Prerequisite(s)...... None thinking is also included in the course. Heavy emphasis is placed on emission-related AUT 160 Introduction to Automotive problems. 1.0-0.0-1.0 Technology Prerequisite(s)...... AUT 132 and AUT 149 or This course is an introduction to the automotive approval of program coordinator field, including an introduction to the different automotive fields available such as automotive AUT 149 Ignition & Fuel Systems technician, shop foreman, service manager, 3.0-3.0-4.0 shop owner, etc. This course is a study of ignition system Prerequisite(s)...... None operation and how it relates to fuel systems for proper engine operation, including widely used electronic ignition and fuel injection operation, diagnosis, and repair. Prerequisite(s)...... None 112 Courses: AUT - BIO AUT 162 Personal Automotive Biology (BIO) 2.0-3.0-3.0 Maintenance BIO 101 Biological Science I This is a basic course in the study of personal 3.0-3.0-4.0 care and maintenance of a vehicle for the do- This course is the first in a sequence introducing it-yourself individual. biology. Topics include the scientific method, Prerequisite(s)...... None basic biochemistry, cell structure and function, cell physiology, cell reproduction and AUT 165 Environmental Management development, Mendelian genetics, population 3.0-0.0-3.0 genetics, natural selection, evolution, and This course is designed to promote environmental ecology. Laboratory exercises supplement compliance through education as it applies to lectures. the automotive service industry. Prerequisite(s)...... High school biology Prerequisite(s)...... None is recommended
AUT 222 Four Wheel Alignment BIO 102 Biological Science ll 1.0-3.0-2.0 3.0-3.0-4.0 This course is a review of alignment angles This course includes classifications of organisms and adjusting procedures used in four wheel and structural and functional considerations of alignment, including the use of four wheel all kingdoms (particularly major phyla as well alignment equipment. as viruses). Vertebrate animals and vascular Prerequisite(s)...... None plants are emphasized. Laboratory exercises supplement lectures. AUT 241 Automotive Air Conditioning Prerequisite(s)...... BIO 101 2.0-6.0-4.0 This course is a study in the principles of BIO 105 Principles of Biology refrigeration, operation, and testing procedures 3.0-3.0-4.0 to determine the cause of malfunction, and This is a an introductory biology course, servicing or repairing by approved methods. unifying biology concepts and principles at all Emphasis is on special tools, equipment, and levels. Emphasis is on environmental issues safety procedures. and ecological principles. Prerequisite(s)...... None Prerequisite(s)...... High school biology is recommended AUT 262 Advanced Automotive 1.0-9.0-4.0 Diagnosis and Repair BIO 112 Basic Anatomy and Physiology This course is an advanced study of the proper 3.0-3.0-4.0 diagnostic and repair procedures required on This course is a basic integrated study of the newer computerized automobiles, including structure and function of the human body. scan tool and digital multimeter operation. Topics include the molecular theory of life, Prerequisite(s)... Approval of prog. coordinator the cell and its functions, the skeletal structure, and muscles and their physiology. Laboratory AUT 268 Special Topics in Automotive sessions relate closely to lecture material. 2.0-3.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 and RDG 031 or This course covers special subject matter, approval of program coordinator new technology, new testing equipment, and diagnostic routines. Prerequisite(s).... Approval of prog. coordinator
113 Courses: BIO - BUS BIO 115 Basic Microbiology BIO 225 Microbiology 2.0-3.0-3.0 3.0-3.0-4.0 This is a general course in microbiology This is a detailed study of microbiology including epidemiology and presence, control, as it relates to infection and the disease and identification of microorganisms. The processes of the body. Topics include student performs routine microbiologic immunity, epidemiology, medically important laboratory procedures with emphasis on microorganisms, and diagnostic procedures for practical application of classroom studies. identification. Prerequisite(s)...... Successful completion of Prerequisite(s)...... Successful completion of any college-level biology course any college-level biology course with laboratory or approval with laboratory or approval of program coordinator of program coordinator
BIO 150 Anatomy Review for 1.0-0.0-1.0 Kinesiology Business (BAF, BUS) This course is a study of the fundamentals BAF 230 Computers in Finance of human movement to include detailed 3.0-0.0-3.0 musculoskeletal and neuromuscular anatomy, This course is a study of the operations of an introduction to kinesiological terms, joint computers and available software. Spreadsheet planes of movement, and analysis of motion. software for financial applications — including Prerequisite(s)...... BIO 210 and BIO 211 amortization schedules, capital budgeting, and times value problems — is utilized. Quickbooks BIO 210 Anatomy and Physiology I software application for the small business 3.0-3.0-4.0 entrepreneur is utilized. This is the first in a sequence of courses, Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 101 and CPT 101 including an intensive coverage of the body as an integrated whole. All body systems BUS 121 Business Law I are studied. Laboratory sessions emphasize 3.0-0.0-3.0 microscopic studies and dissections. This course is a study of legal procedures; Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101 or ENG 160; law and society; classifications and systems BIO 112 or other college of law; the tribunals administering justice and biology or chemistry course their actions; contracts; sales; transfer of titles; is strongly recommended rights and duties of the parties; and conditions and warranties. BIO 211 Anatomy and Physiology ll Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 and RDG 032 3.0-3.0-4.0 This is a continuation of a sequence of courses, BUS 123 Business Law II including intensive coverage of the body as an 3.0-0.0-3.0 integrated whole. All body systems are studied. This course is a study of negotiable instruments, Laboratory sessions emphasize microscopic law of property, acquisition and transfer studies and discussions. of title, bailments, duties and liabilities of Prerequisite(s)...... BIO 210 common carriers, innkeepers, warehousemen, and agencies. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 and RDG 032
114 Courses: BUS - CET BUS 130 Business Communications BUS 250 Introduction to International 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 Business This course covers the application of This is a survey course in international business communication skills to situations routinely designed to enhance the global perspective of encountered in business environments. business students. Emphasis is placed on the Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 legal, cultural, economic, and political factors faced in operating an international business. BUS 135 Wage and Salary Prerequisite(s)...... MGT 101 3.0-0.0-3.0 Administration This course is a study of the proper recording BUS 268 Special Projects in Business and reporting of payroll with special emphasis 3.0-0.0-3.0 on internal controls. Payroll computations, both This course includes research, reporting, and manual and computer-generated, are included. special activities for successful employment in Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 101 the business world. Prerequisite(s)...... BUS 250 and completion BUS 140 Business Mathematics of 50% of Major Course 3.0-0.0-3.0 Requirements in the This course provides applications of business Associate in Business mathematics in the study of discounting, Technology degree programs marking up, inventory, and insurance. Other topics may include payrolls and commission BUS 270 SCWE in Business computations, introduction to stocks and 0.0-15.0-3.0 bonds, and other accepted business practices. This course includes the integration of business Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 032 skills within an approved work site related to business and industry. BUS 210 Introduction to E-Commerce Prerequisite(s)...... 50% completion of 3.0-0.0-3.0 in Business Accounting, Management or This course is the study of electronic commerce Marketing degree or and the operations and applications from the approval of program business perspective. Emphasis is placed on coordinator business concepts and strategies and how they apply to the process of buying and selling goods and services online. Surveying (CET) Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 and RDG 031 CET 105 Surveying I 2.0-3.0-3.0 BUS 220 Business Ethics This course includes surveying theory and 3.0-0.0-3.0 practice, care and use of instruments, traversing This course includes an exploration of ethical procedures, and computation of closure. issues arising in the context of doing business. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 101 Representative topics include employee rights and responsibilities, corporate regulations and rights, discrimination, truth in advertising, employee privacy, environmental exploitation, and free enterprise. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 and RDG 031
115 Courses: CHM - CPT
Chemistry (CHM) CHM 211 Organic Chemistry I CHM 101 General Chemistry I 3.0-3.0-4.0 3.0-3.0-4.0 This is the first in a sequence of courses This is the first of a sequence of courses in that includes nomenclature, structure, and the fundamental principles of chemistry. Topics properties and reaction mechanisms of basic include atomic and molecular structure, organic chemistry with an introduction to nomenclature, formulas and equations, common biochemistry. Laboratory work reinforces the substances and reactions, stoichiometry, states classroom discussions and gives practice in of matter, solutions, and equilibria. handling organic glassware. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 102 Prerequisite(s)...... CHM 111
CHM 105 General/Organic/Biochemistry 3.0-3.0-4.0 This course is a study of the fundamental College Skills (COL) principles of chemistry, including atomic COL 103 College Skills and molecular structure, common substances 3.0-0.0-3.0 and reactions, and introduction to organic This course may include selected topics chemistry and biochemistry. such as career planning, study skills, stress Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 102 management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success in CHM 110 College Chemistry I college. It is designed to help students gain 3.0-3.0-4.0 confidence in their ability to learn and succeed This is the first course in a sequence which in college. includes the following topics: atomic and Prerequisite(s)...... None molecular structure, nomenclature and equations, properties, reactions, and states of matter, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions, Computer Technology (CPT) and equilibria. Laboratory work reinforces CPT 101 Introduction to Computers principles discussed in class and prepares 3.0-0.0-3.0 students for advanced courses. This course covers basic computer history, Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 102 theory, and applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and the CHM 111 College Chemistry ll operating system. Applications covered include 3.0-3.0-4.0 MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel, e-mail, and This course is a continuation of the study of the Windows operating system. atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 and equations, properties, reactions and state of matter, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions, and CPT 102 Basic Computer Concepts equilibria. Other topics included are kinetics, 3.0-0.0-3.0 thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. An This course covers basic uses of a computer introduction to qualitative analysis is also with an overview of computer terminology included. and provides a basic foundation in software Prerequisite(s)...... CHM 110 applications. Applications covered include MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS VISIO, and e-mail. Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031
116 Courses: CPT CPT 160 Digital Vector Graphics I CPT 174 Microcomputer Spreadsheets 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of the principles, This course introduces the use of spreadsheet terminology, techniques, and tools used in software on the microcomputer. Topics vector computer graphics software to create and include creating, editing, using formulas, using modify electronic art. Topics include selection functions, and producing graphs. Hands-on tools, drawing paths, creating shapes, adding experience will be gained in MS Excel. type, applying transformations, and managing Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 032 and RDG 031 layers. Software used is Adobe Illustrator. Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 CPT 180 Shell Scripting 3.0-0.0-3.0 CPT 161 Introduction to Digital Raster This course is a study of shell scripting 3.0-0.0-3.0 Graphics I and emphasizes the designing, coding, and This course is a study of the fundamental tools testing of scripts. This course will cover shell and techniques used in basic digital image scripting from both the command line and the creation and manipulation of raster computer Graphical User Interface. graphic files. Topics include selection Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 102 or CPT 257 techniques, adding type, managing layers, applying special effects, and using painting CPT 208 Special Topics in Computer tools. Software used is Adobe Photoshop. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Technology Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 This course focuses on changes in computer technology, including topics of special interest CPT 162 Introduction to Web Page not covered by other courses. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Publishing Prerequisite(s)...... Approval of program This c ourse is a study of the fundamentals coordinator of web page design and implementation. This CPT 209 Computer Systems course teaches the foundation concepts of the 3.0-0.0-3.0 Management HTML language. This course examines the methods and procedures Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 used in maintaining microcomputer systems. Topics include hardware and software installation, CPT 168 Programming Logic & Design configuration, operations, and troubleshooting. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 This course examines problem-solving techniques applied to program design. Topics CPT 212 Visual Basic Programming include a variety of documentation techniques 3.0-0.0-3.0 as a means of solution presentation. This course focuses on Windows programming Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 101 and RDG 031 using Visual Basic to create graphical user interfaces. The course examines forms, CPT 172 Microcomputer Database controls, graphical controls, loops, control 3.0-0.0-3.0) arrays, database and traditional file processing, This course introduces microcomputer database and application class scheduling. concepts, including generating reports from Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 168 a database and creating, maintaining, and modifying databases. Practical experience will be given in MS Access. Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031
117 Courses: CPT CPT 213 Advanced Visual Basic CPT 239 Active Server Pages 3.0-0.0-3.0 Programming 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of the object-oriented This course is a study of Active Server Pages features of Visual Basic and their use in (ASP) programming to build, implement, and accessing databases. It includes classes, execute ASP scripts. Examines topics related collection, and web access. to the syntax of server-side ASP scripting as Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 212 and at least well as the use of ASP with databases. one of the following: Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 162 and CPT 168 CPT 172 or CPT 242 CPT 240 Internet Programming with CPT 232 C++ Programming I 3.0-0.0-3.0 Databases 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of the implementation This introductory course in C++ Programming of dynamic web pages focusing on the I emphasizes the designing, coding, testing development of web sites that interact and debugging of C++ programs involving with databases utilizing current server-side input/output operations, data types, storage technologies along with the databases to classes, decision structures, looping, functions, deliver dynamic content to the client browser. arrays, simple pointers and strings. The focus This course continues the study of ASP. of instruction is the use of C++ for beginning Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 239 and CPT 242 game programming. Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 168 CPT 242 Database 3.0-0.0-3.0 CPT 233 C++ Programming II This course introduces database models 3.0-0.0-3.0 and the fundamentals of database design. This course introduces object-oriented design Topics include database structure, database techniques using C++. Topics include classes, processing, and application programs which friends, overloading operators, inheritance, and access a database. virtual functions. The focus of instruction is the Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 172 use of C++ for advanced game programming. Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 232 CPT 251 Digital Video Production 3.0-0.0-3.0 CPT 238 Internet Scripting This course is the study of basic aspects 3.0-0.0-3.0 of digital video production. Topics include This course is a study of Internet programming planning the project, asset creation and including the syntax of scripting languages and acquisition, management of assets, digital Internet programming concepts and examines editing techniques, transition, titles, audio, and topics related to client-side scripting language other effects. Also includes export of product to programming as well as introducing topics various media, including web export. Software related to server-side scripting. This course used is Adobe Premiere. focuses on JavaScript. Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 162 and CPT 168
118 Courses: CPT CPT 252 Digital Animation CPT 269 3D Digital Animation 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is the study of basic aspects of This course is a study of 3D computer graphics computer animation. Topics include frame- and animation. Topics include philosophy of by-frame animation, motion paths, tweening, 3D space, 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, import and export of objects, including web materials, particles, dynamics, animation, cameras integrated export, morphing, layering, and and rendering. Software used is MAYA. creating special effects for web use. Software Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 used is Macromedia Flash. Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 CPT 280 SCWE in Computer 0.0-15.0-3.0 Technology I CPT 257 Operating Systems This course integrates computer technology 3.0-0.0-3.0 skills within an approved work site related to This course examines the theory of operating the computer industry. systems and how operating system theory is Prerequisite(s)...... Approval of program implemented in current operating systems. coordinator Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 CPT 283 PHP Programming I CPT 260 Fundamentals of Operating (3.0-0.0-3.0) 3.0-0.0-3.0 Systems and Web Servers This course is an introduction to the PHP This course is a study of operating techniques programming language and will cover topics needed for setting up and maintaining web related to the syntax of PHP language and servers. how PHP can be used to design and develop Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 257 or IST 241 dynamic, database-driven web pages. Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 162 and CPT 168 CPT 265 Advanced Systems 3.0-0.0-3.0 and Procedures CPT 284 ActionScript Programming I This course uses a complete case study to show (3.0-0.0-3.0) the design, development, and implementation of a Introduction to the ActionScript programming business system. The case study will be developed language. Topics include syntax, event handlers, using a team approach to problem solving and objects, functions, and working with Flash systems development. This is the capstone course animations to design dynamic web pages. for all CPT degree emphasis areas. Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 168 and CPT 252 Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 212 and CPT 239 or IST 241 and IST 246 CPT 288 Computer Game Development 3.0-0.0-3.0 CPT 266 Introduction to C# This course introduces computer game design 3.0-0.0-3.0 Programming and development using the Windows API This course is an introduction to C# model. Topics include creating 3D models programming. It introduces the .NET framework using matrices, transformation, rotation, and the features of C# programming including texture mapping, 3D lighting, meshes, sprites, data types, control statements, preprocessor particles, special effects and the application of directives, boxing and unboxing, and events. game math and physics techniques. Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 168 Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 232
119 Courses: CPT - CRJ CPT 292 Microcomputer Multimedia CRJ 125 Criminology 3.0-0.0-3.0 Sound 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course examines the theory and practical This course is a study of the various theories application of digital sound. It is a study of criminal causation and control, the of the terminology, techniques, and software identification of criminal typologies, and the tools used to create and modify digital audio. reaction of society to crime and criminals. The course will demonstrate how digital Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 sound is implemented in current multimedia applications and computer systems. Software CRJ 130 Police Administration used is Sony Sound Forge and Sony ACID. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 This course is a study of the organization, administration, and management of law CPT 293 Advanced Microcomputer enforcement agencies. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Multimedia Applications Prerequisite(s)...... None This course covers advanced topics for microcomputer multimedia development CRJ 145 Juvenile Delinquency utilizing advanced techniques in the use of text, 3.0-0.0-.3.0 graphics, animation, sound, video, and compact This course includes a survey of the sociological, disk. Script language programming and its use biological, and psychological theories involved in the development of interactive multimedia in juvenile delinquency and modern trends in presentations are included. Software used is prevention and treatment. Macromedia Director. Prerequisite(s)...... CRJ 101 or permission Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 160, CPT 161, of program coordinator CPT 162, CPT 252 Corequisite(s)...... CRJ 101 or HUS 101
CRJ 218 Crisis Intervention Criminal Justice (CRJ) 3.0-0.0-.3.0 CRJ 101 Introduction to Criminal This course is a study of the situational 3.0-0.0-3.0 Justice procedures and techniques necessary in This course includes an overview of the functions defusing situations identified as crises. and responsibilities of agencies involved in Prerequisite(s)...... PSY 201 and CRJ 101 the administration of justice to include police organizations, court systems, correctional CRJ 220 The Judicial Process systems, and juvenile justice agencies. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 This course includes an overview of the law- making function of the courts, the growth of CRJ 115 Criminal Law I common law, the structure and organization 3.0-0.0-3.0 of the courts, court processes and procedures This course covers the development of criminal involved in criminal and civil cases, and the law in America. The basic elements of specific question of reform for the administration of criminal offenses, criminal defenses, and justice. various legal principles upon which criminal Prerequisite(s)...... None law is established are reviewed. Corequisite...... CRJ 115 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032
120 Courses: CRJ - DAT CRJ 222 Ethics in Criminal Justice CRJ 260 Seminar in Criminal Justice 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of the application of ethical A study of new trends in criminal justice. theories to the criminal justice profession. Prerequisite(s)... Approval of prog. coordinator Prerequisite(s)...... CRJ 101 Cooperative Work CRJ 242 Correctional Systems Experience (CWE) 3.0-0.0-3.0 CWE 101-264 This course is an introduction to aspects Cooperative Work Experience of correctional function in criminal justice, Credit hours will vary including organization, process, procedure, and CWE opportunities are available in a variety clients incarcerated and on conditional release. of college programs. The student should have Prerequisite(s)...... CRJ 101 completed approximately half of his/her course work, have a good academic average, and be CRJ 246 Special Problems in Criminal accepted by the applicable business or industry. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Justice See your academic advisor for details. This course examines issues within the criminal justice community/profession which are of special concern to students and practitioners due Expanded Duty Dental to such elements as timeliness, local concern, Assisting (DAT) legalistics, and/or other dynamic factors of DAT 105 Dental Charting and such issues. Students already employed in a (3.0-0.0-3.0) Documentation professional capacity in Criminal Justice may This course is the study of dental charting and substitute this course for CRJ 250. documentation as it relates to direct patient Prerequisite(s)...... Approval of program care in general dentistry. The course will coordinator include a clinical observation with emphasis on documentation and clinical records. CRJ 250 Criminal Justice Internship I Prerequisite(s)... Admission into EDA program. 0.0-9.0-3.0 This course includes practical experience in a DAT 113 Dental Materials criminal justice or private security setting. 3.0-3.0-4.0 Prerequisite(s)...... Certified Peace Officer or This course is a study of the physical CRJ 101, CRJ 115, clear and chemical properties of matter, background check and approval and identification, characteristics, and of program coordinator manipulation of dental materials. Prerequisite(s)... Admission into EDA program. CRJ 251 Criminal Justice Internship II 0.0-9.0-3.0 DAT 115 Ethics and Professionalism This course includes additional practical 1.0-0.0-1.0 experience in a criminal justice or private This course introduces a cursory history of security setting. dental assisting, professional associations, Prerequisite(s)...... CRJ 250 or CRJ 246 scope of service in dentistry, and ethical, legal, and professional considerations. The state Dental Practice Act is reviewed. Prerequisite(s)... Admission into EDA program.
121 Courses: DAT DAT 118 Dental Morphology DAT 127 Dental Radiography 1.0-3.0-2.0 3.0-3.0-4.0 This course emphasizes the development, This course provides the fundamental eruption, and individual characteristics of background and theory for the safe and effective each tooth and the surrounding structures. An use of x-radiation in dentistry. It encompasses overview of basic oral embryology and oral the history of x-rays, production and use of histology is also given. radiation, radiographic film, exposure factors, Prerequisite(s)... Admission into EDA program. interpretation of radiographs, and radiation hygiene. DAT 121 Dental Health Education Prerequisite(s)...... Successful completion of 1.0-3.0-2.0 all fall semester DAT courses This course defines the responsibilities of the dental assistant in individual and community DAT 154 Clinical Procedures I dental health education with emphasis on the 2.0-6.0-4.0 etiology of dental disease, methods for prevention, This course includes preparation to assist a and principles of nutrition in relationship to oral dentist efficiently in four-handed dentistry. health and preventive dentistry. Emphasis is on the names and functions of Prerequisite(s)... Admission into EDA program. all dental instruments, the principles involved in their use, and the assistant’s role in DAT 122 Dental Office Management dental instrumentation. Also included: aseptic 2.0-0.0-2.0 technique; infection control protocol; use and care This course provides a study of the business of all dental equipment within the scope of the aspect of a dental office. dental assistant’s responsibilities. Prerequisite(s)...... Successful completion of Prerequisite(s)...... Admission into the all fall semester EDA EDA program. courses and MAT 160 DAT 164 Clinical Procedures ll DAT 123 Oral Medicine/Oral Biology 2.0-6.0-4.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course introduces the instruments and This course presents a basic study of oral chair-side procedures of the dental specialities. pathology, pharmacology, nutrition, and Students also participate in off campus common emergencies as related to the role of clinicals. the dental assistant. Prerequisite(s)...... Successful completion of Prerequisite(s)...... Successful completion of all fall semester DAT courses all fall semester DAT courses DAT 177 Dental Office Experience DAT 124 Expanded Functions/ 0.0-21.0-7.0 0.0-3.0-1.0 Specialties This course consists of practice in the dental This course offers practice in performing the office or clinic with rotation of assignments expanded clinical procedures designated by to encompass experiences in clinical dentistry the South Carolina State Board of Dentistry for and office management. Dental Assistants. Prerequisite(s)...... DAT 164 Prerequisite(s)...... Successful completion of all fall semester DAT courses
122 Courses: ECD Early Childhood ECD 107 Exceptional Children Development (ECD) 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course includes an overview of special ECD 101 Introduction to Early needs children and their families. Emphasis is on 3.0-0.0-3.0 Childhood prevalence of disorders, treatment modalities, This course includes an overview of the community resources serving exceptional history, theories, and curriculum models children, the teacher’s role in mainstreaming of early education. Emphasis is on current and early identification, and federal legislation trends/issues with a review of state/ national affecting exceptional children. regulations. Characteristics of quality programs Prerequisite(s)...... None and professional teachers are explored in the course. Prerequisite(s)...... None ECD 108 Family and Community 3.0-0.0-3.0 Relations This course is an overview of techniques ECD 102 Growth and Development I and materials for promoting effective 2.0-3.0-3.0 family/program partnerships to foster This course is an extensive study of philosophies positive child development. Emphasis is on and theories of growth and development of availability and accessibility of community infants/toddlers. Focus is on “total” development resources and on developing appropriate of the child, with emphasis on physical, social, communication skills. emotional, cognitive, and nutritional areas. Prerequisite(s)...... None Developmental tasks and appropriate activities are explored in the course. Prerequisite(s)...... None ECD 109 Administration and 3.0-0.0-3.0 Supervision This course is a study of the roles and ECD 105 Guidance-Classroom responsibilities of an early childhood 3.0-0.0-3.0 Management administrator. Special focus is on program This course is an overview of developmentally monetary matters, space management, appropriate, effective guidance and classroom curriculum, health and food services, licensing management techniques for the teacher of requirements, and relations among the public, young children. A positive, proactive approach staff, and parents. is stressed in the course. Prerequisite(s)...... None Prerequisite(s)...... None ECD 131 Language Arts ECD 106 Observation of Young 3.0-0.0-3.0 2.0-3.0-3.0 Children This course is a study of methods and materials This course includes a variety of observation in age-appropriate language experiences. skills and techniques for the purposes of Opportunities are provided to develop listening, achieving program goals and objectives, speaking, pre-reading, and pre-writing skills providing for individual needs, guiding through planning, implementation, and children, and designing environments. Focus evaluation of media, methods, techniques, and is on the practical and appropriate use of these equipment. Methods of selection, evaluation, skills and techniques. and presentation of children’s literature are Prerequisite(s)...... None included. Prerequisite(s)...... None
123 Courses: ECD ECD 132 Creative Experiences ECD 200 Curriculum Issues in Infant 2.0-3.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 and Toddler Development This course stresses the importance of This course is a study of infant and toddler creativity and independence in creative care. Emphasis is on brain development and expression. A variety of age-appropriate its implications for caring for infants and media, methods, techniques, and equipment toddlers. Planning and teaching strategies as are utilized. Students plan, implement, and they relate to child development, curriculum evaluate instructional activities. and environment are included in the course. Prerequisite(s)...... None Prerequisite(s)...... None
ECD 133 Science and Math Concepts ECD 201 Principles of Ethics and 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 Leadership in Early Care and This course includes an overview of pre- Education number and science concepts developmentally This course includes an overview of historical appropriate for young children. Emphasis is on views on leadership and issues and challenges the planning, implementation, and evaluation of leadership in early care and education. of developmentally appropriate activities using Emphasis is on current trends and issues. This a variety of methods and materials. course also reviews ethical principles as they Prerequisite(s)...... None relate to children, families, colleagues, and the community and society. ECD 135 Health, Safety, and Nutrition Prerequisite(s)...... None 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course covers a review of health/safety ECD 203 Growth and Development ll practices recommended for childcare and 2.0-3.0-3.0 includes information on common diseases and This course is in an in-depth study of health problems. Certification preparation is preschool children growing and developing provided in pediatric safety, CPR, and first aid. in today’s world. Focus is on “total” Guidelines and information on nutrition and development of the child, with emphasis developmentally appropriate activities are also on physical, social, emotional, cognitive, studied in the course. and nutritional areas of development. Prerequisite(s)...... None Developmental tasks and appropriate activities are explored in the course. ECD 138 Movement and Music for Prerequisite(s)...... None 3.0-0.0-3.0 Young Children This course is a study of criteria for selecting ECD 205 Socialization and Group Care and implementing appropriate experiences to 3.0-0.0-3.0 of Infants and Toddlers support the physical and musical development This course is the study of the socialization of young children. The emphasis is on the and group care of infants and toddlers. selection of materials, equipment, and related Emphasis is on guidance and management, design of indoor/outdoor environment. understanding behavior, temperament, the Prerequisite(s)...... None importance of routines, primary care and continuity of care and examining the elements of quality environments. Prerequisite(s)...... None
124 Courses: ECD - ECO ECD 207 Infants and Toddlers with ECD 251 Supervised Field Experiences 3.0-0.0-3.0 Special Needs 3.0-0.0-3.0 in Infant/Toddler Environment This course provides an overview of the field of This course is a study of planning, implementing infants and toddlers with special needs. Emphasis and evaluating scheduled programs, age- is on instructional strategies, adaptations, appropriate methods, materials, activities and environment, inclusion, etiology, federal environments of infants and toddlers. legislation, family partnership, multicultural Prerequisite(s)...... 12 Semester-hours of considerations and optimal development. ECD and approval of Prerequisite(s)...... None program coordinator
ECD 210 Early Childhood Intervention ECD 252 Diversity Issues in Early Care 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 and Education This course provides a study of a variety This course meets the growing need for students of intervention procedures reflecting various in early care and education to learn how to models, including child centered, child directed, interact with people who are different from behavioral, cognitive, and social approaches to them. It also allows students to examine and interaction. appreciate the differences that exist because of Prerequisite(s)...... ECD 101, ECD 102, diversity from race, language, ethnicity, age, ECD 107 and ECD 203 and socio-economic levels. Prerequisite(s)...... None ECD 237 Methods and Materials 2.0-3.0-3.0 SAC 200 Introduction to School Age This course includes an overview of (3.0-0.0-3.0) Child Care developmentally appropriate methods This course is designed to give an overview and materials for planning, implementing, of aspects of providing for school age and evaluating environments. Emphasis is children in a child care setting. Emphasis is on integrating divergent activities in each placed on the need for proper supervision of curriculum area. children ages 5-8, aspects of group care, and Prerequisite(s)...... 18 semester-hours of implications for children and families. ECD or approval of Prerequisite(s)...... ECD 101 program coordinator
ECD 243 Supervised Field Experience I Economics (ECO) 1.0-6.0-3.0 ECO 210 Macroeconomics This course includes emphasis on planning, 3.0-0.0-3.0 implementing, and evaluating scheduled This course includes the study of fundamental programs, age-appropriate methods, materials, principles and policies of a modern economy activities, and environments of early childhood to include markets and prices, national income principles and practices. accounting, cycles, employment theory and Prerequisite(s)...... 27 semester-hours of fiscal policy, banking and monetary controls, ECD, ECD 237 and approval of and the government’s role in economic program coordinator decisions and growth. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 032 and RDG 032
125 Courses: ECO - EEM ECO 211 Microeconomics EEM 166 Commercial/lndustrial Wiring 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-3.0-4.0 This course includes the study of the behavior This course is a study of wiring methods of households and firms, including supply and and practice in commercial and industrial demand, elasticity, price/input in different market applications. The installation of miscellaneous structures, pricing of resources, regulations, and raceway, conductor, and cable systems with comparative advantage and trade. relative mechanical fittings and electrical Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 032 and RDG 032 devices are examined. Prerequisite(s)...... None
EEM 217 AC/DC Machines with Industrial Electricity/ 3.0-3.0-4.0 Electrical Codes Electronics (EEM) This course is a study of AC and DC machines EEM 140 National Electrical Code to include operational theory, applications, and 2.0-3.0-3.0 construction. Relevant sections of the National This course is a study of the National Electrical Electrical Code will be covered. Code and is based on the latest code as published Prerequisite(s)...... None by the National Fire Protection Association. The student is exposed to the practical and EEM 231 Digital Circuits I technical demands of hazardless wiring. The 2.0-3.0-3.0 course prepares students to take state electrical This course is a study of the logic elements, exams and impresses upon the student the mathematics, components, and circuits utilized necessity of excellent workmanship. in digital equipment. Emphasis is placed on Prerequisite(s)...... None the function and operation of digital integrated circuit devices. Students will predict and verify EEM 151 Motor Controls I output logic based on input conditions. 3.0-3.0-4.0 Prerequisite(s)...... EEM 151 or approval of This course is an introduction to motor controls, program coordinator including a study of the various control devices and wiring used in industrial processes. EEM 251 Programmable Controllers Prerequisite(s)...... None 2.0-3.0-3.0 This course is an introduction to programmable control systems with emphasis on basic EEM 161 Industrial Instruments programming techniques. A variety of input/ 3.0-3.0-4.0 output devices and their applications are This course is a study of basic industrial covered. Programs are designed and tested in instruments with particular emphasis response to problem solving. on the devices utilized to control modern Prerequisite(s)...... None manufacturing processes. Corequisite(s)...... EEM 151 Prerequisite(s)...... None EEM 275 Technical Troubleshooting 2.0-3.0-3.0 This course consists of a systematic approach to troubleshooting. Techniques used to analyze proper circuit operation and malfunctions are studied. Prerequisite(s)...... None 126 Courses: EET Electronics Engineering EET 210 Digital Integrated Circuits 3.0-3.0-4.0 Technology (EET) This course is a study of digital integrated EET 111 DC Circuits l circuits, including multiplexers, demultiplexers, 3.0-3.0-4.0 buffers, decoders, encoders, converters, This course is a study of resistance, voltage, memory devices, and programmable logic current, power and energy in series, parallel devices. Circuits are modeled, constructed, and and series-parallel circuits using Ohm’s Law, tested. Counters, registers, multivibrators, 555 Kirchoff’s Laws, and Circuit Theorems. timer, arithmetic operations are also covered. Circuits are analyzed using mathematics and Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 102 and EET 145 verified using electrical instruments. Prerequisite...... MAT 101 EET 220 Analog Integrated Circuits (2.0-3.0-3.0) EET 112 AC Circuits This course includes analysis, application, 3.0-3.0-4.0 and experiments involving such integrated This course is a study of capacitive and inductive circuits as op-amps, timers, and IC regulators. reactance and impedance in series, parallel and Circuits are modeled, constructed, and tested. series-parallel circuits. It also includes power, Prerequisite(s):...... EET 131 power-factors, resonance and transformers. Circuits are analyzed using mathematics and EET 231 Industrial Electronics verified using electrical instruments. 3.0-3.0-4.0 Prerequisite(s)...... EET 111 and MAT 102 This course is a survey of topics related to industrial application of electronic devices and EET 131 Active Devices circuits. The course covers switches, DC and 3.0-3.0-4.0 AC motor controls, sensors and transducers, This course is a study of semiconductor theory open and closed loop control circuits, and and principles, diodes and diode circuits, voltage converting interfaces. Circuits are transistors and transistor circuits, and other constructed and tested. components. These circuits are modeled, Prerequisite...... EET 220 constructed, and tested. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 110 and EET 112 EET 235 Programmable Controllers 2.0-3.0-3.0 EET 145 Digital Circuits This course is a study of relay logic, ladder 3.0-3.0-4.0 diagrams, theory of operation, and applications. This course is a study of number systems, Loading ladder diagrams, debugging, and basic logic gates, Boolean algebra, logic troubleshooting techniques are applied to optimization, flip-flops, counters, and registers. programmable controllers. Circuits are modeled, constructed, and tested. Prerequisite(s): EET 112, EET 145, EGR 112 Prerequisite...... MAT 101
127 Courses: EET - EGR EET 241 Electronic Communications EET 273 Electronics Senior Project 3.0-3.0-4.0 0.0-3.0-1.0 This course is a study of the theory of This course includes the construction and testing transmitters and receivers with an emphasis of an instructor-approved project. Students are on the receivers, mixers, IF amplifiers, and required to present the results of their projects detectors. Also covered are modulation to their peers and/or invited guests. techniques, wave theory, antennas, and Prerequisite(s)...... EET 131, EET 251 transmission lines. The mathematical analysis and MAT 111 of these topics is emphasized. The course also prepares students for FCC and Certified Electronics Technician tests. Engineering Technology (EGR) Prerequisite(s)...... EET 145 and EET 131 EGR 105 Safety in Workplace 1.0-0.0-1.0 EET 251 Microprocessor Fundamentals This course is a survey of safety regulations 3.0-3.0-4.0 and personal safety. Emphasis is placed on This course is a study of binary numbers; industrial settings but will includes general microprocessor operation; architecture, safety considerations such as eye protection, instruction sets, and interfacing with operating ergonomics, falls, general electrical hazards, systems; and applications in control, data bloodborne pathogens, MSDS, and OSHA acquisition, and data reduction and analysis. requirements. Programs are written and tested. Prerequisite(s)...... None Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 102 and EET 145 EGR 110 Introduction to Computer EET 253 Microprocessors 2.0-3.0-3.0 Environment 3.0-3.0-4.0 This course provides an overview of computer This course is a study of software and hardware hardware, available software, operating systems, interfacing techniques. Circuits are modeled, and applications. Emphasis will be on preparing constructed, and tested. Emphasis is on such students for the A+ Certification OS exam. interfacing techniques as the peripheral Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 101 interface adapter, UART, and sensing and control circuits. EGR 112 Engineering Programming Prerequisite(s)...... EET 251 2.0-3.0-3.0 This course covers interactive computing EET 256 Systems Operation and and the basic concepts of programming. 3.0-3.0-4.0 Maintenance Emphasis is placed on writing programs This course introduces students to the technical to assist with computations in the Engineering aspects of maintaining and troubleshooting Technology curricula. microcomputer hardware and software. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 101 Emphasis will be on preparing students for the A+ Certification Core exam. EGR 150 Troubleshooting Prerequisite(s)...... EGR 110 2.0-3.0-3.0 This course is designed to develop effective approaches to systematic troubleshooting and to plan how to apply them in a range of engineering technologies. Prerequisite(s)...... Approval of program coordinator 128 Courses: EGT
EGR 164 Analytical Problem Solving EGT 115 Engineering Graphics ll (3.0-3.0-4.0) 2.0-6.0-4.0 This course covers analytical problem solving This course in engineering graphics science using calculators and computers. Emphasis includes additional drawing techniques for is placed on fundamental technical and industrial applications. Topics covered include engineering mathematical equations. detail and assembly drawing, fasteners and Prerequisite(s):...... MAT 031 threads, and conventional and geometric tolerancing. Also included are drawings for EGR 176 Manufacturing Industries sheet metal, piping, and welding industries. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... EGT 110 This course introduces the concepts and Corequisite(s)...... EGT 155 principles of manufacturing industries and technologies. Plant visits supplement study EGT 130 Geometric Dimensioning and of industrial organizations, economics, 3.0-0.0-3.0 Tolerancing Applications management, production, and products. This course covers interpreting, calculating Prerequisite(s)...... None tolerances, inspecting, computing geometrics of rejected parts, and analyzing the concepts of EGR 255 Engineering Technology geometric control. (0.0-6.0-2.0) Senior Systems Project Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 101 and EGT 106 or EGT 110 This course includes an instructor-approved project which is designed, specified, constructed, and tested. EGT 151 Introduction to CAD 2.0-3.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s): EET 131, EET 253, EET 210, This course covers the operation of a computer- EET 235 , and MAT 111 aided drafting system. The course includes interaction with a CAD station to produce technical drawings. This is an introductory Engineering Graphics course in Intergraph (Microstation). Technology (EGT) Prerequisite(s)...... None EGT 106 Print Reading & Sketching 3.0-0.0-3.0 EGT 152 Fundamentals of CAD This course covers the interpretation of basic 2.0-3.0-3.0 engineering drawings and sketching techniques This course includes a related series of problems for making multi-view pictorial presentations. and exercises utilizing the computer graphics Prerequisite(s)...... None station as a drafting tool. The student will interact with the computer terminal, digitizer, EGT 110 Engineering Graphics I and plotter to produce engineering drawings. 2.0-6.0-4.0 This is an introductory course in AutoCAD. This is an introductory course in engineering Prerequisite(s)...... None graphics science which includes beginning drawing techniques and development of skills to produce basic technical drawings. Topics covered include the use of drafting equipment, lettering, sketching, geometric construction, orthographic drawing, sections, shop processes, and dimensioning. Prerequisite(s)...... None Corequisite(s)...... EGT 152
129 Courses: EGT - ENG EGT 155 Intermediate CAD EGT 251 Principles of CAD 1.0-3.0-2.0 2.0-3.0-3.0 This course covers advanced Computer-Aided This course includes the additional use of CAD Drafting skills, including topics such as creating software for production of technical drawings isometrics and script files and customizing and related documentation. Topics include menus, text fonts, and hatch fonts to produce basic modeling concepts, advanced drawings. (AutoCAD) 3-D wire frame construction, solid models, and Prerequisite(s)...... EGT 152 and rendering. (Microstation) EGT 110 or EGT 106 or Prerequisite(s)...... EGT 115 and EGT 155 work-related experience and or work-related experience and approval of approval of program coordinator program coordinator
EGT 157 CAD Techniques EGT 252 Advanced CAD 1.0-3.0-2.0 2.0-3.0-3.0 This course is a study of advanced CAD/CAM This course covers advanced concepts of techniques on the IBM-RT. Topics include CAD software and applications. Covered topics work with auxiliary views, detail pages, and include user coordinate systems, wire frame symbol libraries in addition to attributes and models, solid models, and shading. (AutoCAD) the powerful overlay function. (Microstation) Prerequisite(s)...... EGT 115 and EGT 155 Prerequisite(s)...... EGT 151 and EGT 110 or or work-related experience and approval of work-related experience and program coordinator approval of program coordinator
EGT 210 Engineering Graphics lll English (ENG) 2.0-6.0-4.0 ENG 031 Developmental English Basics This advanced course in engineering graphics 3.0-0.0-3.0 science covers the production of technical Developmental English Basics is intended for working drawings. This course is designed to students who need assistance with basic writing have the student apply the basic skills acquired skills. Based on assessment of students’ needs, in EGT 110 and EGT 115 to an architectural instruction includes basic grammar and usage, project. All types of construction drawings will mechanics, sentence structure, and basic writing. be covered including site plans, floor plans, Prerequisite(s)...... Acceptable placement elevations and sections, structural, building test scores mechanics, and perspectives. Note: This course does not accrue credit Prerequisite(s)...... EGT 115 and EGT 155 toward a degree. Corequisite(s)...... EGT 252 ENG 032 Developmental English EGT 215 Mechanical Drawing 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-3.0-4.0 Applications Developmental English is an intensive This advanced drawing course covers industrial review of grammar and usage; mechanics applications including basic design using the of punctuation, spelling, and capitalization; AutoCAD Inventor software. sentence structure; and the writing process. Prerequisite(s)...... EGT 252 Evidence of planning, organizing, drafting, and revising are emphasized. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 or acceptable placement test scores Note: This course does not accrue credit towards a degree. 130 Courses: ENG ENG 101 English Composition I ENG 202 American Literature II 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This is a college transfer course in which This course is a study of American literature the following topics are presented: study of from the Civil War to the present. composition in conjunction with appropriate Prerequisite...... ENG 101 literary selections and frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A ENG 205 English Literature I review of standard usage and the basic 3.0-0.0-3.0 techniques of research are also presented. This is a college transfer course which covers Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 or writing the study of English literature from the Old sample placement in ENG 101 English period to the Romantic period with and RDG 032 or acceptable emphasis on major writers and periods. placement test scores Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101
ENG 102 English Composition ll ENG 206 English Literature ll 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This is a college transfer course in which the This is a college transfer course which covers following topics are presented: development the study of English literature from the of writing skills through logical organization, Romantic period to the present with emphasis effective style, literary analysis, and research. on major writers and periods. An introduction to literary genre is also Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101 included. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101 with a ENG 208 World Literature I grade of “C” or better 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of masterpieces of ENG 160 Technical Communications world literature in translation from the Ancient 3.0-0.0-3.0 World to the sixteenth century. It includes This course is a study of various technical literary analysis and research. communications such as definitions, processes, Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101 instructions, descriptions, and technical reports. It emphasizes communication essential to job ENG 209 World Literature II effectiveness and professionalism. Both oral 3.0-0.0-3.0 and written communications are emphasized. This course is a study of masterpieces of world Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 or writing literature in translation from the seventeenth sample placement in ENG 101 century to the present. and RDG 032 or acceptable Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101 placement test scores ENG 236 African-American Literature ENG 201 American Literature I 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a critical study of African- This course is a study of American literature American literature examined from historical, from the colonial period to the Civil War. social, and psychological perspectives. Prerequisite...... ENG 101 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101
131 Courses: GEO - HIM Geography (GEO) HIM 135 Medical Pathology GEO 101 Introduction to Geography 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of disease processes, This course is an introduction to the principles general classification of disease including and methods of geographic inquiry. signs and symptoms, systems affected by Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 disease, diagnostic measures, types of treatment including surgical and/or chemical GEO 102 World Geography interventions, and terminology. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Prerequisite...... BIO 112 This course includes a geographic analysis of Corequisite...... HIM 137 the regions of the world, i.e., North and South America, Europe, Australia, Asia, and Africa. HIM 137 Pharmacology for Coders Diversity of each region is emphasized by examining 1.0-0.0-1.0 its physical environment, natural resources, social, This course is a study of therapeutic agents cultural, economic, and political systems. in relation to medical record coding and Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 reimbursement issues. Prerequisite(s)...... None Corequisite(s)...... HIM 135 Health Information (HIM) HIM 101 Introduction to Health HIM 150 Coding Practicum I 1.0-0.0-1.0 Information 0.0-9.0-3.0 This course provides an introduction to the This course provides clinical practice in the health information science profession. application of basic coding and classification Prerequisite(s)...... Entry into the system guidance in selected health care Medical Coding Program facilities. Prerequisite(s)...... HIM 140 and HIM 225 HIM 125 Standards and Regulations Corequisite(s)...... HIM 141, HIM 227 2.0-0.0-2.0 This course provides the student with a study HIM 216 Coding and Classification I of regulations and standards for health facilities 2.0-3.0-3.0 with emphasis in health information systems. This course includes a study of disease, Prerequisite(s)...... Entry into the procedural coding, and classification systems. Medical Coding Program Prerequisite: Entry in the Medical Coding Program HIM 130 Billing and Reimbursement (3.0-0.0-3.0) HIM 225 Coding and Classification II This course provides an introduction to 2.0-3.0-3.0 medical insurance billing and reimbursement This course provides a study of advanced practices with emphasis on the primary payers coding and classification systems. such as Medicare and Medicaid. Prerequisite...... HIM 216 Prerequisite(s)...... HIM 141, HIM 225
132 Courses: HIM - HIS HIM 140 Current Procedural History (HIS) Terminology I HIS 101 Western Civilization to 1689 (2.0-3.0-3.0) 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course provides a basic study of the This course is a survey of Western civilization CPT and HCPCS coding and classification from ancient times to 1689, including the major systems particular to the physician’s office political, social, economic, and intellectual setting. Students will learn how to assign factors shaping Western cultural tradition. codes to capture the professional component Course content includes the contribution and of services provided. heritage of Western civilization. Prerequisite...... HIM 216 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032
HIM 141 Current Procedural HIS 102 Western Civilization: Post Terminology II 3.0-0.0-3.0 1689 (2.0-3.0-3.0) This course is a survey of Western This course provides an intermediate study of civilization from 1689 to the present, including the CPT and HCPCS coding and classification major political, social, economic, and systems with respect to surgical outpatient intellectual factors which shape the modern facilities and hospitals. Western world. Course content includes the Prerequisite...... HIM 140 contribution and heritage of modern European civilization. HIM 227 Senior Professional Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032 Competencies (3.0-0.0-3.0) HIS 201 American History: Discovery This capstone course is designed to promote 3.0-0.0-3.0 to 1877 interactive discussion related to the HIM This course is a survey of U.S. History from profession to include career issues and discovery to 1877. This course includes opportunities. The course includes specific political, social, economic, and intellectual projects and capstone competencies in a mock developments during this period. Course content testing environment. emphasizes the contribution of the Declaration Prerequisite...... Approval of Program of Independence and the Constitution to Coordinator America’s democratic traditions. Corequisite(s)...... HIM 141, HIM 150 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032
HIM 266 Computers in Healthcare HIS 202 American History: 1877 to (3.0-0.0-3.0) 3.0-0.0-3.0 Present This course covers hardware and software This course is a survey of U.S. History from components of computers for medical record 1877 to the present. This course includes applications, methods of controlling accuracy political, social, economic, and intellectual and security of data in computer systems, developments during this period. Course record linkage, and data sharing concepts. content emphasizes America’s development as Prerequisite...... CPT 101 an industrial and technological power and its emergence as an international leader. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032
133 Courses: HUS Human Services (HUS) HUS 152 Supervised Field Placement lll HUS 101 Introduction to Human Services 1.0-8.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course includes work assignments in selected This course covers an overview of the field human services agencies. This applicable to the of human services. Role responsibilities, Human Services degree program. problems, boundaries, and strategies of human Prerequisite(s)...... HUS 150, PSY 105 service workers are included. or approval of Prerequisite(s)...... None program coordinator
HUS 112 Services for the Elderly HUS 205 Gerontology 2.0-0.0-2.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of services available for This course is a survey of the physical, social, older adults (55 and over), including health, and mental changes that occur as a person ages. social, recreational, financial, and educational The related problems and current programs services. designed for people aged 55 and over are Prerequisite(s)...... None studied in the course. Prerequisite(s)...... None HUS 134 Activity Therapy 3.0-0.0-3.0 HUS 206 Death and Dying This course is a study of activity programs 3.0-0.0-3.0 for human services settings. Actual activity This course is a study of the issues of death projects for various settings are developed by and dying. Stages of dying, dealing with the students. dying, dealing with sudden death, and grief are Prerequisite(s)...... None covered in the course. Prerequisite(s)...... None HUS 150 Supervised Field Placement I 1.0-8.0-3.0 HUS 208 Alcohol and Drug Abuse This course includes work experience 3.0-0.0-3.0 assignments by students in selected human This course is a study of the etiology of alcohol services agencies. This is applicable to the and drug abuse; various types of addictive Human Services degree program or the Social substances; physical, mental, and social Services Assistant certificate program. implications; and programs in rehabilitation Prerequisite(s)...... HUS 101, PSY 105 and preventive education. Also included is the or approval of disease concept of addiction. program coordinator Prerequisite(s)...... None
HUS 151 Supervised Field Placement ll HUS 209 Case Management 1.0-8.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course includes work assignments in selected This course covers accepted methods and human services agencies. This applicable to the strategies for effectively assessing client needs, Human Services degree program. accessing necessary provider agencies, and Prerequisite(s)...... HUS 150, PSY 105 monitoring and properly documenting service or approval of delivery and client welfare. program coordinator Prerequisite(s)...... None
134 Courses: HUS - IMT HUS 260 Human Services Special Topics Industrial Maintenance 3.0-0.0-3.0 Technology (IMT) This course is a study of special topics of interest IMT 120 Mechanical Installations to particular populations and locations. 3.0-6.0-5.0 Prerequisite(s)...... Approval of This course covers techniques of assembling, program coordinator rigging, and installation and/or maintenance of mechanical equipment. This will include mechanical fasteners, packing, seals, and Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) screw threads. Included in this course will be IDS 101 Human Thought and Learning the operation and maintenance of pumps and 3.0-0.0-3.0 air compressors. This course explores the principles, methods, Prerequisite(s)...... None and applications of human thought and learning including such topics as attention, IMT 122 Couplings information processing, problem-solving, 1-0-3.0-2.0 hypothesis testing, memory, argumentation, This course covers methods used to install learning theory, and cognitive awareness. various types of couplings, both flexible and Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101 or ENG 160 rigid, used to transmit energy. Prerequisite(s)...... None IDS 201 Leadership Development 3.0-0.0-3.0 IMT 131 Hydraulics and Pneumatics This course focuses on the development of 3.0-3.0-4.0 leadership including philosophy, morality/ This course covers the basic technology and ethics, and individual ability/style. It is principles of hydraulics and pneumatics. Upon designed to increase students’ understanding completion of this course, the student should of themselves and the theories and techniques understand basic terminology, symbols, and of leadership and group processes by principles and be able to maintain a basic fluid integrating theoretical concepts with the reality power system. of application within a group setting. Prerequisite(s)...... None Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101 or ENG 160 IMT 151 Piping Systems 2.0-3.0-3.0 IDS 210 Special Topics for Honors This course covers plumbing and piping systems 3.0-0.0-3.0 used in industrial, commercial, and/or residential This course is a study of current issues related construction. Emphasis is placed on the reading to history, sociology, science and technology, and sketching of piping schematics as well as the arts, political science, and economics. the fabrication and design of piping systems. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101 The student learns to thread pipe, solder/flare copper tubing, and make up plastic pipe joints. Prerequisite(s)...... None
135 Courses: IMT - JOU IMT 161 Mechanical Power IST 253 LAN Service and Support 2.0-6.0-4.0 Applications 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course covers mechanical transmission This course focuses on installing, maintaining, devices including procedures for installation, and troubleshooting Local Area Networks removal, and maintenance. The student studies (LAN) in a lab environment. lubricants, bearings, belts, chains, gears, Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 257 or IST 241 gearboxes, brakes, clutches, and the proper use of industrial tools. IST 259 Electronic Messaging Prerequisite(s)...... None 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of electronic mail system software including the system architecture. Information Sciences The course covers the concepts and methods Technology (IST) employed in the generation, storage, and transmission of electronic mail messages IST 238 Advanced Tools for Web Site and the implementation, configuration, and 3.0-0.0-3.0 Design administration of messaging software. This course is a study of an advanced (4th Prerequisite(s)...... IST 246 generation) web authoring tool (such as Dreamweaver) to develop increased efficiency and sophistication in web site design and web IST 281 Presentation Graphics 3.0-0.0-3.0 project management. This course covers the state-of-the art Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 162 presentation graphics software packages. Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 and ENG 032 IST 241 Network Architecture I 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of how computer IST 291 Fundamentals of Network 3.0-0.0-3.0 architecture relates to the interconnecting of Security I This course is the study of intro levels of various network components, the environment security processes based on a security policy, in which applications processes execute, emphasizing hands-on skills in the areas of and the overall plan defining services to be secure perimeter, security connectivity, security provided in a distributed environment. management, identity services, and intrusion Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 031 detection. The course prepares students to manage network security. IST 246 Integrated Digital Network Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 257 or IST 241 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course discusses the characteristics and operation of packet and networking Journalism (JOU) technologies such as ISDN, Frame Relay, and ATM. This course covers the theoretical and JOU 101 Introduction to Journalism 3.0-0.0-3.0 practical aspects of creating an Active Directory This course covers the basics of writing for network, including various Active Directory publication in newspapers or magazines. The components such as IntelliMirror, DNS, disk course will focus on news writing, but includes imaging, replication, and troubleshooting. material that will serve the student well in any Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 257 or IST 241 written communication. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101
136 Courses: LEG Legal Assistant (LEG) LEG 213 Family Law LEG 120 Torts 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course includes an examination of the laws This course is a study of the various of marriage, divorce, annulment, separation, classifications and functions of tort law, adoption custody, and the juvenile. including intentional and negligent torts, Prerequisite(s)...... LEG 135 causation, proximate cause, and defenses. Prerequisite(s)...... LEG 135 or approval LEG 214 Property Law of program coordinator 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course includes an overview of South LEG 121 Business Law I Carolina property law, including the mechanics 3.0-0.0-3.0 of various commercial and private property This course is a study of the basics of transactions and mortgage foreclosures. commercial law, with emphasis on the Prerequisite(s)...... LEG 135 formation and enforcement of contracts and the rules particular to the Uniform Commercial LEG 215 Bankruptcy Law Code (UCC) and sales of goods. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... None Topics included in this course are an overview of the Bankruptcy Code, voluntary and LEG 122 Business Law ll involuntary petitions, bankruptcy “estate,” 3.0-0.0-3.0 stays, distribution and discharge, tax This course is an in-depth study of the Uniform implications, local rules, and discovery. Commercial Code, with special emphasis Prerequisite(s)...... LEG 135 on the essentials of Article 3, Commercial Paper, and Article 9, Secured Transactions. LEG 230 Legal Writing Business partnerships and corporations and 3.0-0.0-3.0 their formation are studied. Methods, techniques, and procedures for the Prerequisite(s)...... None research and preparation of legal memoranda, trial and appellate briefs, and trial notebooks. LEG 135 Introduction to Law and Students are required to conduct legal research 3.0-0.0-3.0 Ethics at off-campus governmental sites. This course provides a general introduction Prerequisite(s)...... LEG 135 to law, including courts, legal terminology, procedures, systems, and laws of society. LEG 231 Criminal Law Emphasis is on ethics and the role of the 3.0-0.0-3.0 paralegal in the legal system. This course includes a study of the definition Prerequisite(s)...... None and classification of criminal offenses, criminal responsibility, and legal procedures LEG 212 Workers’ Compensation in a criminal prosecution. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... LEG 135 This course is a study of the history of workers’ compensation case laws, statutes, and regulations, and procedures in handling claims. Prerequisite(s)...... LEG 135
137 Courses: LEG - MAT LEG 233 Wills, Trust, and Probate MAT 032 Developmental Mathematics 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course provides a detailed study of testacy Developmental Mathematics includes a review and intestacy, preparation of wills and codicils, of arithmetic skills, and focuses on the study and the fundamentals of execution of trust and of measurement and geometry, basic algebra probate administration. concepts, and data analysis. Application skills Prerequisite(s)...... LEG 135 are emphasized. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 031 or acceptable LEG 234 Title Examination Procedures I placement scores 3.0-0.0-3.0 Note: This course does not accrue degree credit. This course is a study of the common law and statutory requirements related to the MAT 101 Beginning Algebra transfer of real property with utilization of 3.0.-0.0-3.0 the appropriate indexes and documents in the This course includes the following topics: appropriate city and county offices. Students operations with signed numbers; addition, are required to conduct legal research at off- subtraction, multiplication, and division with campus governmental sites. algebraic expressions; factoring; techniques Prerequisite(s)...... LEG 135 and LEG 214 for solving linear and fractional equations; and an introduction to graphing. LEG 250 Internship for Legal Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 032 or acceptable 0.0-9.0-3.0 Assistant/Paralegal placement scores This course is designed to provide the paralegal student with an opportunity to gain hands-on MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra experience and apply the skills and knowledge 3.0-0.0-3.0 used in a law office or other suitable location This course includes the following topics: where paralegals are employed. properties of numbers, fundamental operations Prerequisite(s)...... Approval of with algebraic expressions, polynomials, program coordinator systems of equations, ratio and proportion, factoring, functions, graphs, solutions of linear inequalities, and linear and quadratic equations. Mathematics (MAT) Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 101 or acceptable MAT 031 Developmental Mathematics placement scores 3.0-0.0-3.0 Basics Developmental Mathematics Basics is intended for MAT 110 College Algebra students who need assistance in basic arithmetic 3.0-0.0-3.0 skills. Based on assessment of student needs, This course includes the following topics: instruction includes performing the four arithmetic polynomials; rational, logarithmic and operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, exponential functions; inequalities; systems and percents. Application skills are emphasized. of equations and inequalities; matrices; Prerequisite(s).... Acceptable placement scores determinants; simple linear programming; Note: This course does not accrue degree credit. solutions of higher degree polynomials; combinatorial algebra, including the binomial theorem; and introduction to probability. Graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 102 or acceptable placement scores
138 Courses: MAT - MED MAT 111 College Trigonometry MAT 140 Analytical Geometry 3.0-0.0-3.0 and Calculus I This course includes the following topics: 4.0-0.0-4.0 circular functions, trigonometric identities, This course includes the following topics: solution of right and oblique triangles, solution derivatives and integrals of polynomials; of trigonometric equations, polar coordinates, rational, logarithmic, exponential, complex numbers including DeMoivre’s trigonometric, and inverse trigonometric theorem, vectors, conic sections, sequences, functions; curve sketching; maxima and minima and series. Graphing calculator is required. of functions; related rates; work; and analytic Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 110 geometry. Graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 110 and MAT 120 Probability & Statistics MAT 111 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course includes the following topics: MAT 141 Analytical Geometry and introductory probability and statistics including 4.0-0.0-4.0 Calculus ll organization of data; sample space concepts; This course includes the following topics: random variables; counting problems; binomial continuation of calculus of one variable, and normal distributions; central limit theorem; including analytic geometry, techniques of confidence intervals and test hypotheses for integration, volumes by integration, and other large and small samples; types I and II errors; applications; infinite series, including Taylor linear regression; and correlation. Graphing series; and improper integrals. Graphing calculator is required. calculator is required. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 102 with a Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 140 grade of “C” or higher MAT 160 Math for Business and MAT 122 Finite College Mathematics 3.0-0.0-3.0 Finance 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course includes the following topics: This course includes the following topics: commissions, mark-on, depreciation, interest logic, sets, Venn diagrams, counting problems, on unpaid balances, compound interest, payroll, probability, matrices, systems of equations, taxes, and graphs. linear programming including the simplex Prerequisite(s)...... Acceptable placement method, and applications, graphs, and networks. test scores Graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 110 Medical Assisting (MED) MED 103 Medical Assisting Introduction MAT 130 Elementary Calculus 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course provides an introduction to the This course includes the following topics: profession of medical assisting, including differentiation and integration of polynomials; qualifications, duties, and the role of the rational, logarithmic, and exponential medical assistant. functions; and interpretation and application Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and approval of of these processes. the program coordinator Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 110
139 Courses: MED - MGT MED 105 Medical Assisting Office Skills I Management (MGT) 4.0-3.0-5.0 MGT 101 Principles of Management This course provides a study of receptionist 3.0-0.0-3.0 duties, records maintenance, insurance form This course is a study of management processing, and office machine use. theories, emphasizing the management Prerequisite(s)...... MED 103 and CPT 101 functions of planning, decision making, or OST 105 or approval organizing, leading, and controlling. of program coordinator Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 and RDG 031
MED 107 Medical Assisting Office MGT 120 Small Business Management 4.0-0.0-4.0 Management 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course provides a study of the principles This course is a study of small business and practices of banking and accounting management and organization, forms of procedures, billing methods, and office ownership, and the process of starting a new management. business. Prerequisite(s)...... MED 103 and MAT 160 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 and RDG 031
MED 112 Medical Assisting MGT 121 Small Business Operations 1.0-3.0-2.0 Pharmacology 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course provides a study of principles This course is a study of the daily operations of pharmacology, drug therapy, and the of an established small business, emphasizing administration of medicines. staffing, record keeping, inventory control, and Prerequisite(s)...... AHS 126, BIO 112, marketing. and MED 114 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031, MAT 032, and RDG 031 MED 114 Medical Assisting Clinical 3.0-3.0-4.0 Procedures MGT 150 Fundamentals of Supervision This course covers examination room 3.0-0.0-3.0 techniques, including vital signs, specialty This course is a study of supervising principles examination, minor surgical techniques, and and techniques required to effectively manage emergency procedures. human resources in an organization. First line Prerequisite(s)...... AHS 102, AHS 116, management is emphasized. BIO 112, and MED 103 Prerequisite(s)...... MGT 101
MED 156 Clinical Experience I MGT 201 Human Resource 1.0-15.0-6.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 Management This course provides direct experience in a This course is a study of personnel administration physician’s office or other selected medical functions within a business organization. Major facilities. areas of study include job analysis; recruitment, Prerequisite(s)...... MED 105, MED 107, selection, and assessment of personnel; and and MED 114 wage, salary, and benefit administration. Corequisite(s)...... AHS 105 and MED 112 Prerequisite(s)...... MGT 101
140 Courses: MGT - MTT MGT 240 Management Decision Making MKT 265 Retailing Strategies and 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 Applications This course is a study of various structured This course is a study of the applications approaches to managerial decision making. and management of business strategies in the Prerequisite(s)...... ACC 101, MGT 101, retailing industry including business planning, MKT 101, and completion of site selection, merchandise management, 50% of Major Course pricing strategies, promotions strategies, and Requirements for the store organization and layout. Associate Degree in Business: Prerequisite(s)...... MGT 101, MKT 101, Major in Management Program CPT 101 and completion of 50% of the Major Course Requirements for the Associate Marketing (MKT) Degree in Business: Major in MKT 101 Marketing Marketing Program 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course covers an introduction to the MKT 270 Internet Research and field of marketing with a detailed study of 3.0-0.0-3.0 Marketing the marketing concept and the processes of This course is a study of utilizing the Internet product development, pricing, promotion, and for research and marketing. The course includes marketing distribution. the use of analytical skills, database, searches, Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 and RDG 031 and organization/presentations. Prerequisite(s)...... MKT 101 or BUS 210, MKT 110 Retailing CPT 101 and CPT 102 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of the importance of retailing in American business covering the Machine Tool Technology (MTT) concepts of store location, layout, merchandising, MTT 105 Machine Tool Math display, pricing, inventory control, promotional 3.0-0.0-3.0 Applications programs, and profit management. This course will provide the non-machine Prerequisite(s)...... MKT 101 or BUS 210 tool major with an overview of the capabilities of precision machining in conventional and MKT 120 Sales Principles computer numerical controlled machine tools. 3.0-0.0-3.0 The student will become familiar with the This course is a study of the personal selling machine tool portion of the manufacturing process with special emphasis on determining primarily through demonstrations. customer needs and developing effective Prerequisite(s)...... None communications and presentation skills. Prerequisite(s)...... MKT 101 or BUS 210 MTT 111 Machine Tool Theory and 3.0-6.0-5.0 Practice I MKT 240 Advertising This course is an introduction to the basic 3.0-0.0-3.0 operation of machine shop equipment. This course is a study of the role of advertising Prerequisite(s)...... None in the marketing of goods and services, including types of advertising, media, the way advertising is created, agency functions, and regulatory aspects of advertising. Prerequisite(s)...... MKT 101 141 Courses: MTT - MUS MTT 112 Machine Tool Theory and MTT 250 Principles of CNC 3.0-6.0-5.0 Practice ll 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a combination of the basic theory This course is an introduction to the coding and operation of machine shop equipment. used in CNC programming. The Cartesian Prerequisite(s)...... MTT 111 or approval Coordinate System, along with machine of program coordinator coordinate, will also be taught. The program Master CAM will be used. MTT 143 Precision Measurements Prerequisite(s)...... MTT 111 or approval 1.0-3.0-2.0 of program coordinator This course is a study of precision measuring instruments. Instruments related to the machine MTT 254 CNC Programming I tool industry will be demonstrated along with 3.0-0.0-3.0 hands-on use by the student to obtain accurate This course is a study of CNC programming, readings. including machine language and computer- Prerequisite(s)...... None aided programming. Prerequisite(s)...... MTT 250 MTT 215 Tool Room Machining I 1.0-9.0-4.0 MTT 255 CNC Programming II This course covers advanced machine tool 3.0-0.0-3.0 operations, including an introduction to basic This course includes CNC programming with die making. Extreme accuracy will be stressed simulated production conditions. The course at all times. will be taught using the latest version of Prerequisite(s)...... MTT 111 Master CAM software. Prerequisite(s)...... MTT 258 MTT 216 Tool Room Machining ll 1.0-9.0-4.0 MTT 258 Machine Tool CAM This course covers advanced machine tool 3.0-0.0-3.0 operations, including complex die operations. This course is a study of computer-aided An overview of injection molding will also be manufacturing graphics systems needed to presented. create CNC programs. The program Master Prerequisite(s)...... MTT 111 CAM will be used. Prerequisite(s)...... MTT 254 MTT 231 Tool & Die Making I 3.0-6.0-5.0 This course covers the manufacture and use of Music (MUS) a simple blanking of piercing die or tools. MUS 105 Music Appreciation Prerequisite(s)...... MTT 111 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is an introduction to the study of MTT 241 Jigs & Fixtures I music with focus on the elements of music and 1.0-3.0-2.0 their relationships, the musical characteristics of This course includes the theory necessary representative works and composers, common to design working prints of simple jigs and musical forms and genres of various western fixtures. and non-western historical style periods, and Prerequisite(s)...... MTT 111 appropriate listening experiences. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032
142 Courses: NUR Nursing (NUR) NUR 162 Psychiatric and Mental NUR 106 Pharmacologic Basic for 2.0-3.0-3.0 Health Nursing 2.0-0.0-2.0 Nursing Practice This course covers application of critical This introductory course outlines the basic thinking skills and nursing concepts in the care concepts of pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, of adult clients with selected mental health pharmacodynamics, and pharmacotherapeutics. problems in a variety of settings. The course The process of clinical calculations is introduced, includes the study of dynamics of human as well as the major drug classifications. behavior ranging from normal to extreme. Prerequisite(s)...... BIO 211, PSY 201, Prerequisite(s)...... SPC 205,NUR 263 and NUR 108 and NUR 160 NUR 265 Corequisite(s)...... NUR 112, NUR 165 Corequisite(s)...... BIO 225, NUR 244 and and PSY 203 a Humanities/Fine Arts Elective NUR 108 Patient Care Skills I 0.0-3.0-1.0 NUR 165 Nursing Concepts and Clinical This course focuses on the development of 3.5-7.5-6.0 Practice I beginning technical competency in basic This course covers applications of critical patient care skills to assist in meeting the needs thinking skills and nursing concepts in the care of selected patients of varying ages. of adult clients with selected health problems Corequisite(s)...... BIO 211, PSY 201 in a variety of settings. and NUR 160 Prerequisite(s)...... BIO 211, PSY 201, NUR 108 and NUR 160 NUR 112 Patient Care Skills II Corequisite(s)...... NUR 106, NUR 112 and 0.0-6.0-2.0 PSY 203 This course focuses on the development of technical competency related to advanced NUR 201 Transition Nursing patient care skills to assist in meeting the needs 2.0-3.0-3.0 of selected patients of varying ages. This course facilitates the transition of the Prerequisite(s)...... BIO 211, PSY 201, practical nurse graduate to the role of the NUR 108 and NUR 160 associate degree nursing student. Corequisite(s)...... NUR 106, NUR 165 Prerequisite(s)...... AHS 126, BIO 210, and PSY 203 BIO 211, ENG 101, MAT 110 and PSY 201, PSY 203 NUR 160 Introduction to Nursing Corequisite(s)...... SPC 205 and a 2.0-6.0-4.0 Humanities/Fine This course is an overview of nursing concepts Arts Elective and theories focusing on meeting the basic needs of clients along the wellness-illness NUR 244 Home Health Nursing continuum. Development of critical thinking 2.0-3.0-3.0 skills, the nursing process and the role of the This course facilitates the development of nurse in a variety of settings are included in competence necessary to meet the nursing the course. needs of patients in the community. Corequisite(s)...... BIO 211, PSY 201 Prerequisite(s)...... NUR 263, NUR 265 and and NUR 108 SPC 205 Corequisite(s)...... BIO 225, NUR 162 and a Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 143 Courses: NUR - OST NUR 263 Nursing Across Lifespan II Office Systems Technology (OST) 2.0-6.0-4.0 OST 105 Keyboarding This course is a study of basic concepts 3.0-0.0-3.0 utilizing the nursing process and critical This course focuses on the mastery of thinking skills in the care of women, child- keyboarding and the formatting principles bearing families, children and adolescents with of business documents and MLA and APA acute and chronic health problems. Normal research papers. aspects of care and growth and development Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 are covered in the course. Prerequisite(s)...... NUR 106, OST 110 Document Formatting NUR 112, NUR 165 3.0-0.0-3.0 and PSY 203 This course emphasizes speed, accuracy and Corequisite(s)...... SPC 205 and developing document formatting skills using NUR 265 keyboarding competencies. Prerequisite(s)...... OST 105 NUR 265 Nursing Concepts and Clinical 4.0-6.0-6.0 Practice II OST 121 Machine Transcription Continuation of the application of critical 3.0-0.0-3.0 thinking skills and nursing concepts in the This course provides experience in transcribing care of the adult clients with selected health documents from dictation equipment. Emphasis problems in a variety of settings. is place on development of accuracy, effective Prerequisite(s)...... NUR 106, NUR 112 listening techniques, and proper punctuation of NUR 165 and business documents. PSY 203 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and OST 105 Corequisite(s)...... SPC 205 and NUR 263 OST 123 Legal Machine Transcription 3.0-0.0-3.0 NUR 267 Nursing Concepts and Clinical This course focuses on the development 2.0-12.0-6.0 Practice IV of speed and accuracy in transcribing legal This course is a continuation of the application of documents from dictation equipment. critical thinking skills and nursing concepts in the Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032, LEG 135 care of clients with complex, multi-system health and OST 105 problems in a variety of settings. This course covers concepts of leadership, management, OST 161 Information Management and professional role development. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... BIO 225, This course emphasizes information NUR 162, NUR 244 and a management functions and various types Humanities/Fine of information systems, technology Arts Elective and procedures. The course includes the development, organization and maintenance of records. Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032
144 Courses: OST - PHI OST 163 Information Processing OST 265 Office Desktop Publishing 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course introduces the basic concepts of This course covers the integration of text and information processing. Proficiency in Core graphics using computer software to design, certification skills in Microsoft Word is emphasized. edit, and produce a variety of documents. Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 102 or CPT 257 or OST 163 OST 180 Customer Service OST 267 Integrated Information (3.0-0.0-3.0) 3.0-0.0-3.0 Processing This course is a study of issues in the workplace This course covers the applications of integrated relating to effective customer service. The computer software. course includes topics such as oral, written, Prerequisite(s)...... CPT 174 and OST 163 verbal and nonverbal communication skills, effective telephone techniques and cultural OST 270 SCWE in Office Systems diversity in the workplace. 0.0-12.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 This course integrates office skills within an approved work site related to Office Systems OST 210 Document Production Technology. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 160, OST 110, This course emphasizes the production of OST 161, OST 163, OST 180 documents found in typical business offices. and approval of program The major focus is on productivity and coordinator excellence in document production. Prerequisite(s)...... OST 110 Philosophy (PHI) OST 250 Advanced Information PHI 101 Introduction to Philosophy 3.0-0.0-3.0 Processing 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course emphasizes complex applications This course includes a topical survey of information processing software using of the three main branches of philosophy advanced features and concepts. Emphasis is — Epistemology, Metaphysics, and Ethics on production. — and the contemporary questions related to Prerequisite(s)...... OST 163 these fields. Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 OST 251 Administrative Systems and 3.0-0.0-3.0 Procedures PHI 110 Ethics This course covers processing information 3.0-0.0-3.0 in the electronic office. Emphasis is on This course is a study of the moral principles increasing proficiency in performing a variety of conduct emphasizing ethical problems and of office tasks. modes of ethical reasoning Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 160, OST 110, Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 OST 121 OST 161 and OST 163 PHI 115 Contemporary Moral Issues 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course examines moral issues in contemporary society, including basic principles and applications of ethics. Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 145 Courses: PHY - PSY Physics (PHY) Political Science (PSC) PHY 201 Physics I PSC 201 American Government 3.0-3.0-4.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is the first in a sequence of physics This course is a study of national governmental courses. Topics include mechanics, wave institutions with emphasis on the Constitution; motion, sound, heat, electromagnetism, optics, the functions of the executive, legislative, and and modern physics. Laboratory exercises are judicial branches; civil liberties; and the role of used to emphasize these topics. the electorate. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 110 and MAT 111 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032
PHY 202 Physics ll PSC 215 State and Local Government 3.0-3.0-4.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course covers physics topics including This course is a study of state, county, and mechanics, wave motion, sound, heat, municipal government systems including electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. interrelationships between these systems and Laboratory exercises are used to emphasize within the federal government. these topics. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 or ENG 160 Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 110 and MAT 111 or PHY 201 Psychology (PSY) PHY 221 University Physics I PSY 105 Personal/lnterpersonal 3.0-3.0-4.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 Psychology This is the first of a sequence of courses. The This course emphasizes the principles of course includes a calculus-based treatment of psychology in the study of self-awareness, the following topics: vectors, laws of motion, interpersonal adjustment, and behavior in rotation, vibratory, and wave motion. contemporary society. Prerequisite(s)...... MAT 140 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 031 and RDG 031
PHY 222 University Physics II PSY 201 General Psychology 3.0-3.0-4.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a continuation of calculus- This course includes the following topics and based treatment of the following topics: concepts in the science of behavior: scientific thermodynamics, kinetic theory of gases, method, biological bases for behavior, electricity and magnetism, including perception, motivation, learning, memory, electrostatics, dielectrics, electric circuits, development, personality, abnormal behavior, magnetic fields, and induction phenomena. therapeutic techniques, and social psychology. Prerequisite(s):...... MAT 140 and PHY 221 Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032
PSY 203 Human Growth and 3.0-0.0-3.0 Development This course is a study of the physical, cognitive, and social factors affecting human growth, development, and potential. Prerequisite(s)...... PSY 201: or PSY 105 and ENG 032
146 Courses: PSY - RAD PSY 208 Human Sexuality PSY 235 Group Dynamics 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of biological, This course is an examination of the theory and psychological, and sociological perspectives of practice of group dynamics. Emphasis is on the human sexuality. Historical, cross-cultural, and application of the value and use of the group ethical issues are considered in the course. process in specialized settings. Prerequisite...... PSY 201 Prerequisite(s)...... PSY 231 or PSY105 and ENG 032 PSY 212 Abnormal Psychology 3.0-0.0-3.0 PSY 237 Crisis Management This course is a study of the nature and development 3.0-0.0-3.0 of behavioral disorders, including the investigation Studying the effects of crisis on people, the of contemporary treatment procedures. methods of intervention, and the use of multiple Prerequisite(s)...... PSY 201 resources to re-establish individual functioning. Prerequisite...... PSY 201 PSY 218 Behavior Modification 3.0-0.0-3.0 PSY 240 Ethnicity & Minority Issues This course is an introduction to the terminology, 3.0-0.0-3.0 methods, and procedures used in behavior Studying cultural and minority characteristics modification, including the application of these influencing individual and interpersonal procedures and techniques in specific areas of behaviors, with emphasis on social, educational, human services. economic, and environmental factors. Prerequisite(s)...... PSY 201 Prerequisite(s)...... PSY 201
PSY 220 Psychology of Personality 3.0-0.0-3.0 Radiologic Technology (RAD) This course is the study of classical and modern RAD 102 Radiology Patient Care theories of personality. Research implications 2.0-0.0-2.0 Procedures are evaluated. This course provides a study of the procedures Prerequisite(s)...... PSY 201 and techniques used in the care of the diagnostic imaging patient. PSY 230 Interviewing Techniques Prerequisite(s).....Acceptance into the program 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course develops skills necessary for RAD 103 Introduction to Computed interviewers in various organization settings. 2.0-0.0-2.0 Tomography Prerequisite(s)...... PSY 201: This course is a study of the technological or PSY 105 and ENG 032 developments behind computed tomorgraphy, an overview of canner components, PSY 231 Counseling Techniques terminology, data acquisition, digital 3.0-0.0-3.0 imaging, image reconstruction, display and This course is a study of a variety of counseling manipulation. Current applications will be techniques necessary to assist qualified explored, including patient screening, contract therapists in a variety of therapeutic settings. utilization and admnistration, contrast reactions Prerequisite(s)...... PSY 201: and treatment, pediatrics, conscious sedation or PSY 105 and ENG 032 and monitoring, and radiation protection. Prerequisite(s).....Acceptance into the program
147 Courses: RAD RAD 104 Introduction to Physics RAD 131 Computed Tomography of the 1.0-0.0-1.0 1.0-0.0-1.0 Head and Spine This course provides an overview of This course covers anatomy and pathology mathematical applications, unit conversions, review, imaging protocols, case studies and and a basic overview of theory and principles film critique. as they relate to physics. Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 103 Prerequisite(s).....Acceptance into the program RAD 136 Radiographic Procedures II RAD 110 Radiographic Imaging I 2.0-3.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of radiographic This course provides detailed study of the procedures for visualization of the structures parameters controlling radiation quality and of the body. quantity for radiographic tube operation and Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 130 image production. Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 102, RAD 104, RAD 155 Applied Radiography I RAD 130 and RAD 155 0.0-15.0-5.0 This course introduces the clinical RAD 115 Radiographic Imaging II environment of the hospital by providing basic 3.0-0.0-3.0 use of radiographic equipment and routine This course continues a detailed study of radiographic procedures. primary and secondary influencing factors and Prerequisite(s).....Acceptance into the program accessory equipment related to imaging. Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 110 RAD 165 Applied Radiography II 0.0-15.0-5.0 RAD 121 Radiographic Physics This course includes the use of radiographic 3.0-3.0-4.0 equipment and performance of radiographic This course introduces the principles of procedures within the clinical environment of Radiographic Physics, incorporating theory the hospital. and application of basic principles underlying Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 155 the operation and maintenance of x-ray equipment. RAD 176 Applied Radiography III Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 115 0.0-18.0-6.0 This course includes routine and advanced RAD 130 Radiographic Procedures I radiographic procedures in the clinical 2.0-3.0-3.0 environment. This course provides an introduction to Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 165 radiographic procedures. Positioning of the chest, abdomen, and extremities will be RAD 201 Radiation Biology included. 2.0-0.0-2.0 Prerequisite(s).....Acceptance into the program This course is a study of the principles of radiobiology and protection. It emphasizes procedures that keep radiation exposure to patients, personnel, and the population at large to a minimum. Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 121
148 Courses: RAD - RDG RAD 205 Radiographic Pathology RAD 276 Advanced Radiography III 2.0-0.0-2.0 0.0-18.0-6.0 This course provides a survey of disease This course includes routine and advanced processes significant to the radiographer, radiographic procedures in the clinical including etiology, diagnosis, prognosis, and environment. treatment. Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 266 Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 102, RAD 104 and RAD 130 Reading (RDG) RAD 230 Radiographic Procedures III RDG 031 Developmental Reading Basics 2.0-3.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is a study of special radiographic This course is a basic course designed to procedures. strengthen academic reading skills. Students Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 136 will learn fundamental strategies to improve reading comprehension. Instruction will RAD 235 Radiography Seminar I include an overview of basic concepts such 1.0-0.0-1.0 as determining word meaning and introducing This course includes selected areas of reading as a a process. radiography that require additional study or Prerequisite(s)...... Acceptable placement application. test scores Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 121 Note: This course does not earn credit toward a degree. RAD 236 Radiography Seminar II 2.0-0.0-2.0 RDG 032 Developmental Reading This course includes selected areas of 3.0-0.0-3.0 radiography that require additional study or This course is an intensive overview of the application. academic reading skills needed for success in Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 235 college-level courses.Students will demonstrate their understanding of reading as a process and RAD 256 Advanced Radiography I will apply strategies learned to expand their 0.0-18.0-6.0 reading comprehension skills. Students will This course includes independently performing demonstrate the ability to integrate knowledge, routine procedures in a radiology department, use context clues, and identify supporting details. including involvement in advanced radiographic Prerequisite(s)..... Acceptable test scores procedures. Note: This course does not earn degree credit. Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 176 RDG 101 College Reading RAD 266 Advanced Radiography II 3.0-0.0-3.0 0.0-18.0-6.0 This course is designed to enhance reading This course includes routine radiographic efficiency by effectively processing and examinations, as well as advanced procedures, analyzing information. Practice and application while continuing to build self-confidence in of techniques are provided through college the clinical atmosphere. text selections. This is an upper level reading Prerequisite(s)...... RAD 256 course which focuses on how to process and analyze reading information. Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 or acceptable placement test scores 149 Courses: REL - SPA Religion (REL) SOC 205 Social Problems REL 103 Comparative Religion 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course is an analysis of contemporary This course is an analysis of the religious social problems, both in the United States and experience of various persons and groups, around the world. The focus includes specific Eastern and Western, in their traditional social problems such as crime, violence, and contemporary settings. It includes tribal inequalities, economic changes, health services, religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, population growth, environmental pollution, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. eco-terrorism, substance abuse, socializing Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 institutions, and policy decisions. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032
Sports Fitness Technology (SFT) SOC 210 Juvenile Delinquency SFT 109 Lifetime Fitness and Wellness 3.0-0.0-3.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course presents the nature, extent, and This course is the foundation of the fitness/ causes of juvenile delinquency behavior, wellness series and introduces students to the including strategies used in the prevention, theory and principles upon which the concepts intervention, and control of deviant behavior. of lifetime fitness and wellness are based. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032 Students will examine the relationship that exists between wellness and lifestyle behaviors. Prerequisite(s)...... None Spanish (SPA) SPA 101 Elementary Spanish I 4.0-0.0-4.0 Sociology (SOC) This course is a study of the four basic SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology language skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading, 3.0-0.0-3.0 and Writing, including an introduction to the This course emphasizes the fundamental Spanish culture. Students are required to spend concepts and principles of sociology including several hours each week performing learning culture, socialization, interaction, social groups lab activities out of the classroom. and stratification, and effects of population Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101 with a growth and technology on society and social grade of “C” or better or institutions. permission of the instructor Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 SPA 102 Elementary Spanish ll SOC 102 Marriage and the Family 4.0-0.0-4.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course continues development of the This course introduces the institutions of basic language skills and the study of the marriage and the family from a sociological Spanish culture. Students are required to spend perspective. Significant forms and structures several hours each week performing learning of family groups are studied in relation to lab activities out of the classroom. current trends and social change. Prerequisite...... SPA 101 with a Prerequisite(s)...... RDG 032 grade of “C” or better
150 Courses: SPA - SUR SPA 201 Intermediate Spanish l Surgical Technology (SUR) 3.0-0.0-3.0 SUR 101 Introduction to Surgical This course is a review of Spanish grammar 4.0-3.0-5.0 Technology with attention given to more complex This course includes a study of the surgical grammatical structures and reading difficult environment, team concepts, aseptic technique, prose. Students are required to spend several hospital organization, basic instrumentation and hours each week performing learning lab supplies, sterilization, principles of infection activities out of the classroom. control, and wound healing. Prerequisite...... SPA 102 with a Prerequisite(s)...... AHS 102 and BIO 112 grade of “C” or better SUR 102 Applied Surgical Technology SPA 202 Intermediate Spanish lI 2.0-9.0-5.0 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course covers the principles and application This course continues a review of Spanish of aseptic technique, the perioperative role, grammar with attention given to more complex and medical/legal aspects. grammatical structures and reading difficult Prerequisite(s)...... None prose. Students are required to spend several hours each week performing learning lab SUR 103 Surgical Procedures I activities out of the classroom. 2.0-6.0-4.0 Prerequisite(s)...... SPA 201 with a This course is a study of a system to system grade of “C” or better approach to surgical procedures and relates regional anatomy, pathology, specialty equipment, and team responsibility. Patient Public Speaking (SPC) safety, medical/legal aspects, and drugs used in SPC 205 Public Speaking surgery are emphasized. 3.0-0.0-3.0 Prerequisite(s)...... None This course is an introduction to principles of public speaking with application of speaking SUR 104 Surgical Procedures II skills. It provides a comprehensive approach 2.0-6.0-4.0 to the preparation and delivery of effective This course is a study of various specialties of oral messages. surgical procedures. Patient safety, medical/ Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101 or ENG 160 legal aspects, and drugs used in surgery are emphasized. The course includes the study of SPC 209 Interpersonal Communication the structures of the human body and normal 3.0-0.0-3.0 function of its generalized systems. Special This course is an introduction to the emphasis is placed on surgical anatomy. principles of interpersonal communication Prerequisite(s)...... BIO 115 and SUR 103 with emphasis on interpersonal theory as applied to personal and professional SUR 106 Advanced Surgical Procedures relationships. Students will learn to observe 2.0-0.0-2.0 and analyze how these principles operate in This course is a study of advanced surgical daily interaction with others. procedures. Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 101 or ENG 160 Prerequisite(s)...... SUR 104
151 Courses: SUR - WLD SUR 107 Surgical Specialty Procedures Theatre (THE) 3.0-0.0-3.0 THE 101 Introduction to Theatre This course is a study of various surgical 3.0-0.0-3.0 specialties. This course includes the appreciation and Prerequisite(s)...... SUR 104 analysis of theatrical literature, history, and production. SUR 111 Basic Surgical Practicum Prerequisite(s)...... ENG 032 and RDG 032 0.0-21.0-7.0 This course includes the application of theory under supervision in the perioperative role in Welding Technology (WLD) various clinical affiliations. WLD 101 Cutting Processes Prerequisite(s)...... SUR 101, SUR 102 1.0-0.0-1.0 and SUR 103 This course covers the fundamentals of cutting processes commonly used in the welding SUR 114 Surgical Specialty Practicum industry. 0.0-21.0-7.0 Prerequisite(s)...... None This course includes the correlation of the principles of theories of specialized surgical WLD 102 Introduction to Welding procedures with clinical performance in 1.0-0.0-2.0 affiliated hospitals. This course covers the principles of welding, Prerequisite(s)...... SUR 111 cutting and basic procedures for safety in using welding equipment. SUR 120 Surgical Seminar Prerequisite(s)...... None 2.0-0.0-2.0 This course includes the comprehensive WLD 103 Print Reading I correlation of theory and practice in the 1.0-0.0-1.0 perioperative role. This is a basic course which iincludes the Prerequisite(s)...... SUR 111 fundamentals of print reading, the meaning of lines, views, dimensions, notes, specifications SUR 130 Biomedical Science for the and structural shapes. Welding symbols and 1.0-0.0-1.0 Surgical Technologist assembly drawings as used in fabrication work This course includes basic principles of are also covered. electricity, physics, and robotics as they relate Prerequisite(s)...... None to safe patient care practices in the operating room. WLD 105 Print Reading II Prerequisite(s)...... None 1.0-0.0-1.0 This course includes print reading, including welding symbols and their applications to pipe Telecommunications fabrication. Basic sketching of piping symbols, Engineering (TCE) single line and double line pipe drawings, TCE 201 Local Area Networks material estimating, template layout and how (3.0-3.0-4.0) templates are used, in pipe layouts. This course covers local area networks, Prerequisite(s)...... None including definitions, LAN topologies, transmission media, and network software. Prerequisite...... EGR 110
152 Courses: WLD WLD 108 Gas Metal ARC Welding I WLD 134 Inert Gas Welding 2.0-6.0-4.0 1.0-6.0-3.0 Non-Ferrous This course covers equipment setup and the This course covers fundamental techniques for fundamental techniques for welding ferrous and welding nonferrous metals. Skills required for nonferrous metals with GMAW on fillet weld. welding thin materials will be perfected. Prerequisite(s)...... None Prerequisite(s)...... None
WLD 111 ARC Welding I WLD 136 Advanced Inert Gas Welding 2.0-6.0-4.0 1.0-3.0-2.0 This course covers the safety, equipment, and This course covers the techniques for all skills used in the shielded metal arc welding positions of welding ferrous and nonferrous process. Fillet welds are made to visual criteria metals. It will include practice on small in several positions. diameter pipe. Prerequisite(s)...... None Prerequisite(s)...... WLD 152
WLD 113 ARC Welding ll WLD 140 Weld Testing 2.0-6.0-4.0 1.0-0.0-1.0 This course is a study of shielded metal arc This is an introductory course in destructive and welding of ferrous and/or nonferrous metals. nondestructive testing of welded joints. Welding of V-groove plate and pipe will be Prerequisite(s)...... None required. Prerequisite(s)...... WLD 111 WLD 152 Tungsten ARC Welding 2.0-6.0-4.0 WLD 115 ARC Welding lll This course covers gas tungsten arc welding of 2.0-6.0-4.0 carbon steel filler metal and carbon steel metals This course covers the techniques used in with stainless steel filler metals. Techniques preparation for structural plate testing according for welding fillet welds and V-groove plate to appropriate standards. will be covered. Prerequisite(s)...... WLD 113 Prerequisite(s)...... None
WLD 117 Specialized ARC Welding WLD 154 Pipe Fitting and Welding 3.0-3.0-4.0 3.0-3.0-4.0 This course covers ARC welding processes for This is a basic course in fitting and welding industrial purposes. It will include testing on pipe joints, either ferrous or nonferrous, using welding in unusual positions. standard processes. Prerequisite(s)...... WLD 115 Prerequisite(s)...... WLD 113
WLD 132 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding WLD 160 Fabrication Welding 2.0-6.0-4.0 Ferrous 2.0-3.0-3.0 This course covers set up and adjustment of This course covers the layout and fabrication equipment and fundamental techniques for procedures as they pertain to sheet metal and welding ferrous metals. structural steel shapes. The course will also Prerequisite(s)...... None include shop safety and hand and power tools. Prerequisite(s)...... None
153 Courses: WLD WLD 170 Qualification Welding 3.0-3.0-4.0 This course covers the procedures and practices used in taking welder qualification tests. Prerequisite(s)...... None
WLD 204 Metallurgy 3.0-0.0-3.0 This course covers the characteristics of ferrous and nonferrous metals. Mechanical and physical properties are covered. Students will study the properties of weld metal deposited with common welding processes. Prerequisite(s)...... None
WLD 212 Destructive Testing 2.0-0.0-2.0 This course covers the destructive testing methods used in the evaluation of welds. Methods to be covered include guided bend, tensile, nick break, and macro etching. Prerequisite(s)...... None
WLD 214 Non-Destructive Testing 2.0-0.0-2.0 This course covers non-destructive testing processes used in the evaluation of welds. Students receive theory and hands-on experience in the lab using dye penetrant, magnetic particle, radiography, and ultrasonic testing processes. Prerequisite(s)...... None
154 Workforce & Business Development
Continuing Education and Professional Development
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Mission Tuition and Fees The mission of the Workforce and Business Student fees for each course or seminar vary Development (WBD) Division of Aiken according to the cost of instruction; therefore, Technical College is to enhance human and the fees are included in the schedules published economic development by providing specific each semester. The College accepts payment of services, educational programs, and training WBD tuition and fees by cash, check, Visa or solutions that improve the quality of life for Mastercard. our customers. Parking WBD strives to: Students must purchase a $2.00 parking permit • Develop solid, long-term relationships with per class from the WBD office. our customers; • Provide access to diverse human resource solutions; Refund Policies • Offer the highest quality training, education, WBD refund policy is subject to change. The and services; refund policy outlined below is effective as of • Deliver exceptional customer service; and Spring 2004. • Meet the specific needs of and improve the quality of life for our customers. 1. Should WBD cancel a course, WBD refunds the full fee with no action required by the WBD offers a variety of training programs and student. courses as part of a lifelong learning process. The programs are available to the general 2. A student who withdraws from a WBD public, business, and industry through short course before the course start date receives and long courses, seminars, workshops, and an 85% refund of the course fee. conferences on the ATC campus or at company sites. 3. A student who withdraws from a WBD course on or after the course start date receives no refund. Under special circumstances, Registration and Enrollment WBD courses are available to the public on a however, the student may appeal to the Vice first-come, first-served basis. Students must President of WBD. If the Vice President be sixteen years of age or older or have the determines that extenuating circumstances written permission of a parent or guardian. exist over which the student had no control and which the student could not reasonably Registration, which is available Monday foresee, then a full or partial refund may be through Friday (excluding holidays), begins granted after the class starts. with a visit or call to the Office of Workforce and Business Development (803-593-9954, Attendance Policy ext. 1230). Trained staff provide information WBD students are expected to follow Aiken on individual courses and assist students with Technical College’s Attendance Policy (see registration. To secure a place in a class, page 209) in all classes with the exception of applicants must pay fees at the time of courses where government or other agencies registration. dictate specific attendance criteria. These exceptions will be listed in the syllabus given to students at the beginning of each course.
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Programs and Courses Reading for Information (RI) WBD offers courses in health care occupations, Applied Mathematics (AM) professional skills, transportation, leadership Applied Technology (AT) and management, industrial and technical Locating Information (LI) skills, computer skills, and mine safety Listening (L) and health. Experienced professionals who Writing (W) understand both the needs of the individual and Business Writing (BW) the demands of business and industry conduct Teamwork (T) all WBD courses. Observation (O)
Year-round scheduling provides the student with ACT certified WorkKeys profilers facilitate the opportunity to enhance or upgrade job skills a process in which experienced employees as well as to develop new ones. Courses are identify the skills and skill levels required to taught in varied modalities, including traditional perform their job. As a result of this process, classroom settings, online, and blended learning. a job “profile” is established for that specific In addition to a wide range of offerings, WBD position. This profile identifies which of the customizes many courses and programs for nine skill areas are needed to perform the job presentation at company sites. and at what skill level employees must perform to be successful at an entry and superior Continuing Education Units performance level. Assessments are given to Students who successfully complete courses incumbent workers or job applicants to see if through WBD receive Continuing Education they meet the profile standard. This profile can Units (CEUs). A CEU, which is recognized be used for pre-employment hiring, skills gap nationally, is defined as 10 contact hours training, and curriculum development. of class participation in an organized adult continuing education or extension program. Example: Upon successful completion of a course or Maintenance Mechanic - Entry Level program, students receive a CEU certificate. AM AT L LI O RI T W Note: Students do not receive academic credits for completion of a WBD course. 4 5 4 4-5 4 4-5 4 3
WorkKeys To meet the goal of preparing students and Since 1997, ATC/WBD has adopted the use clients for the workplace, WBD is currently of WorkKeys, an EEOC compliant process aligning the entire curriculum to meet the developed by ACT, Inc. The WorkKeys process related WorkKeys profiles. Upon successful is being used throughout the United States in completion of a WBD program, students will business and industry and in public schools. be prepared to take related certification exams WorkKeys provides a common language for and to meet the profile standards established educators, businesses, and industries. through the WorkKeys process.
ATC utilizes WorkKeys in our hiring process to ensure qualified employees to serve our students and our community. According to ACT, employees must have skills and knowledge in nine areas to successfully perform their jobs:
157 Health Care Occupations These programs provide area medical facilities Pediatric First Aid and CPR with trained technicians. Our graduates work in (8 hours) hospitals, healthcare centers, clinics, medical Learn child and infant CPR and first aid. laboratories, blood banks, nursing homes, and This Pediatric Basic Life Support course is private homes. designed for personnel in childcare and other educational or volunteer settings. Note: Prior to clinical training, Allied Health Prerequisite(s)...... None students will be required to submit to a background check. Students must also provide Course Goals - same as above. current immunization records to include: MMR, Varicella, PPD, Tetanus, and Hepatitis- B (fees for immunizations are not included Emergency Medical Technician - Basic with tuition). Seasonal flu shots may also be (EMT-B) required. See the current schedule of classes (143 hours) for clinical hours. Train to care for victims in emergency situations. Course includes practical skill simulations and clinical experience. S.C. DHEC approved CPR Certification course. for Business and Industry Prerequisite(s)... High school diploma or GED (4 hours) Learn one-person adult CPR. This Heartsaver Course Goals Adult CPR (American Heart Association - This course is designed to provide students: AHA) course is designed for personnel in non- • The knowledge and skills to understand health related industry and business. the role and responsibilities of the EMT- Prerequisite(s)...... None Basic including safety procedures and state statutes and regulations. Course Goals • The knowledge and skills to deal with This course is designed to provide students: medical, legal, and ethical issues as related • The knowledge and skills to assess the to emergency situations. patient and provide a clear airway and CPR • The knowledge and skills to handle situations in emergency situations prior to the arrival involving infection control, hazardous of medical professionals. materials, pneumatic anti-shock garments, and IV maintenance as related to the duties and responsibilities of the EMT-Basic. CPR Certification • The knowledge and skills in identifying human for Healthcare Professionals anatomy and topographical terminology, and (8 hours) measuring and recording patient vital signs as Learn adult, child, and infant one- and two- related to patient assessment. person CPR. This course is required for all • The knowledge, skills, and techniques to healthcare workers, Allied Health/nursing provide the patient with a clear airway students, and others who work in professional and CPR as related to the duties and healthcare settings. responsibilities of the EMT-Basic. Prerequisite(s)...... None • The knowledge and skills to perform patient and scene assessment in various emergency Course Goals - same as above. situations.
158 Health Care Occupations • The knowledge and skills in general IV Therapy pharmacology, respiratory emergencies, (6 hours) cardiovascular emergencies, diabetes and Learn the basic information related to IV set- altered mental status, allergies, poisoning/ ups and equipment. Lab skills include hands- overdose, environmental emergencies, on practice with manikin arms. The clinical behavioral emergencies, and obstetrics/ requirement is four successful patient IV gynecology, as related to the duties and starts documented by the employer. responsibilities of the EMT-Basic. Prerequisite(s)...... Licensed nurse, medical • The knowledge and skills in treating traumas assistant, or other allied health personnel and/ as related to the duties and responsibilities or students of the EMT-Basic. • The knowledge and skills in treating infants This continuing education nursing activity and children as related to the duties and was approved by the South Carolina Nurses responsibilities of the EMT-Basic. Association, an accredited approver by the • The knowledge and skills in ambulance American Nurses Credentialing Center’s operation as related to the duties and Commission on Accreditation. responsibilities of the EMT-Basic. Course Goals WorkKeys Occupational Profile This course is designed to provide students: AM AT L LI O RI T W • The knowledge and skills to identify IV equipment. 3 4 4 4 5 5 4 4 • The knowledge and skills for the proper set- up of IV’s. Certification • The knowledge and skills to perform basic Successful graduates may be eligible to insertions. sit for the National Registry EMT-Basic examination. Certification A certificate will be awarded upon successful EMT-B refresher and reciprocity training are completion of the course to include all lab also available. skills and receipt of clinical documentation.
Infection Control and Bloodborne Spanish for Healthcare Providers Pathogens for Body Piercing and (8 hours) Tattooing (Online) Care for Spanish-speaking patients in medical (12 hours online plus 4 hours of lab and up to offices and hospitals. Textbook included in 8 hours FA/CPR) tuition. Gain knowledge of legal issues surrounding tattooing and piercing, common diseases and This continuing education nursing activity disease transmission, techniques to protect was approved by the South Carolina Nurses workers from disease transmission, and how Association, an accredited approver by the to handle employee and customer exposure. American Nurses Credentialing Center’s This online course is DHEC approved for the Commission on Accreditation. requirement of bloodborne pathogens, CPR, and First Aid, and includes lab time at ATC. Prerequisite(s)...... None
159 Health Care Occupations Ophthalmic Assistant hours of community service events are also (160 hours) required for this course. Gain basic knowledge of ophthalmology and Prerequisite(s)... High school diploma or GED, prepare to work in an ophthalmic practice. application, and interview The course covers medical terminology, basic ophthalmic pharmacology, general Course Goals ocular anatomy, diseases of the eye, aseptic This course is designed to provide students: technique, minor office surgery, principles of • The knowledge and skills in human anatomy tonometry, and visual fields. Clinical rotation and physiology as related to massage and basic computer skills are included. Course therapy and bodywork. includes 40 hours of required off-campus • The knowledge and skills in clinical clinical training. pathology and recognition of various health Prerequisite(s)... High school diploma or GED conditions as related to massage therapy and bodywork. Course Goals • The knowledge and skills in massage This course is designed to provide students: therapy and bodywork, assessment, and • The knowledge and skills in the basics of practice as related to assessment of client ophthalmology. needs. • The knowledge and skills in taking patient • The knowledge and skills in additional history, checking color and stereo vision, and techniques and methods such as relaxation, intraocular pressure. yoga, and meditation as related to massage • The knowledge and skills in basic computer therapy and bodywork. skills as related to the ophthalmology field. • The knowledge and skills in business • Opportunities to gain clinical experience in practices and professionalism as related to an ophthalmology practice. massage therapy and bodywork. • Opportunities to gain clinical experience WorkKeys Occupational Profile commensurate with certifying requirements. Not Available WorkKeys Occupational Profile Certification Massage Therapist Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for AM AT L LI O RI T W the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant examination offered by the Joint Commission on Allied 3 - 3 4 4 5 - - Health Personnel in Ophthalmology.
Certification Massage Therapy Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for the certification exam offered by the National and Bodywork Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage (606 hours) and Bodywork (NCBTMB). Prepare to become a professional massage therapist with the course required for licensure Professional Continuing Education for Massage in South Carolina. Cover massage therapy Therapists is available. See the current schedule modalities such as Swedish, sports, and for topics, dates and times. geriatrics. Course includes 50 hours of required on-campus clinical hours. An additional 25
160 Health Care Occupations Medical Billing and Coding Certification This program prepares students for entry-level Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for positions in medical billing and/or medical certification exams offered by the American coding. The program includes the following Association of Procedural Coders (AAPC) or courses: American Health Information Management • Medical Terminology Association (AHIMA) (apprentice level). • Medical Coding I: ICD-9-CM • Medical Coding II: CPT Medical Terminology • Medical Billing I (45 hours) • Medical Billing II Develop a basic knowledge of the language • Medical Billing III of medicine and understand how complex medical terms are formed. A Professional Skills Certificate will be awarded Prerequisite(s)... High school diploma or GED upon successful completion of all six courses. Medical Coding I: ICD-9-CM Program Goals (54 hours) This program is designed to provide students: Learn the latest regulations of the CMS and the • The knowledge of the basic language of diagnostic codes used to obtain reimbursement medicine and understanding how complex for a medical office. medical terms are formed. Prerequisite(s)...... Medical Terminology • The knowledge of the latest regulations of the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Medical Coding II: CPT Services (CMS) and phrases to obtain (42 hours) reimbursement for a medical office. Learn the basic concepts of CPT and HCPCS. • The knowledge of basic medical billing Prerequisite(s)...... Medical Coding I practices used in doctor’s offices and health care facilities, and the essential components Medical Billing I of medical billing and claims submission (42 hours) to obtain reimbursement for facility and Learn basic medical billing practices used professional services. in doctors’ offices and healthcare facilities. • The knowledge and techniques of Students learn the essential components of medical billing using the computer, medical billing and claims submission to obtain and the requirements and practices of reimbursement for facility and professional electronic billing. services. Prerequisite(s)...... Medical Coding I and II WorkKeys Occupational Profile Medical Record Clerk Medical Billing II (24 hours) AM AT L LI O RI T W Students learn the requirements and practices 3 3 4 5 4 6 4 4 of electronic billing as well as gaining knowledge of coding reimbursement issues WorkKeys Occupational Profile and professional development in the coding Medical Billing Clerk and billing fields. Not Available Prerequisite(s)...... Medical Billing I and previous computer experience
161 Health Care Occupations Medical Billing III Fundamentals of Anatomy (24 hours) and Physiology Learn CompuSystems Medical Practice (45 hours) Management software, used in the majority of Learn basic anatomy, physiology, and an local physicians’ offices. introduction to human body systems and their Prerequisite(s)...... Medical Billing I functions. and previous computer experience
Pharmacology Medical Coding Specialist (36 hours) Online Program Learn an overview of the diagnosis and treatment of disease using the numerous (in partnership with Trident types of medical drugs on the market today. Technical College) Prerequisite(s): Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology This online program prepares students for entry-level positions in medical coding. This Human Diseases curriculum is approved by the American (40 hours) Health Information Management Association. Learn important concepts about the Courses should be taken in the order listed most common diseases and disorders of below. the human body through case-specific Prerequisite(s).... High school diploma or GED studies. Prerequisite(s)...... Medical Terminology Introduction to Continuing and Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology Education Online Learning (10 hours) TERM II This course is an introduction to the software Understanding Health Insurance applications necessary to participate in (80 hours) Continuing Education online healthcare Learn the organization, financing, and programs. Other applications reviewed are delivery of health care services, including Microsoft Outlook and searching the net. This medical records management and course is a prerequisite to all Trident Technical medical reimbursement. College online courses. Health Care Data Content TERM I and Structure Medical Terminology (32 hours) (24 hours) Learn the generic components of medical Master the medical vocabulary and record content, the structure of healthcare data, terms used in allied health, nursing, and and how it relates to record systems. medical careers. This course covers word parts, root words, general application, abbreviations, medical terminology and body systems.
162 Health Care Occupations TERM II Medical Coding Internship ICD-9-CM Coding Part I (80 hours) (32 hours) This internship is for students who have Learn the history, uses, and format of completed all courses in the Coding Specialist the diagnostic coding system used by curriculum. physician’s offices to track diseases. This course includes practice to assign basic coding Certified Coding Associate (CCA) scenarios. Review CAMP Online Prerequisites...... Term I courses (in partnership with Trident Technical College) (6 hours) ICD-9-CM Coding Part II If you have just completed a coding (32 hours) program or have at least 6 months of coding experience, the CCA Review CAMP is for you. This course is a follow-up to the ICD-9- Prepare for the national exam offered by AHIMA. CM Coding Part I course and covers more complex coding situations and scenarios. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Prerequisites: Term I courses and ICD-9-CM Review CAMP Online Coding Part I (in partnership with Trident Technical College) (21 hours) TERM III Explore the use of coding to prepare for CPT-4 Coding Part I the AHIMA mastery level facility coding (32 hours) certification exam, the CCS. Learn the history, application, and format of the uniform language to accurately describe medical, surgical, and diagnostic services as set forth by the American Medical Association. Dental Office Receptionist Prerequisite: Term I and II courses Online Program (in partnership with Trident CPT-4 Coding Part II Technical College) (32 hours) This online program prepares students for positions as dental receptionists. All online Learn higher level, more complex dental receptionist courses require textbooks. examples, case studies, records, and All courses must be completed to receive a scenarios of CPT-4 coding. Emphasis certificate. is placed on practice to assign valid procedural codes. Prerequisites...... Term I and II courses Introduction to Continuing Education and CPT-4 Part I Online Learning (10 hours) Computer Essentials for Healthcare Workers This course is an introduction to the software (30 hours) applications necessary to participate in Continuing Education online healthcare Learn basic computer knowledge and programs. Other applications reviewed are how technology influences health care. Microsoft Outlook and searching the net. This Note: Students may substitute a basic course is a prerequisite to all Trident Technical computer course. College online courses.
163 Health Care Occupations Dental Terminology Additional Online (21 hours) Medical Transcription Online Program Master the dental vocabulary and terms used in (Gatlin Education) (240 hours) dental office careers. According to the 2002-2003 Occupational Outlook Handbook, Medical Transcription Dental Billing is among the ten fastest growing (21 hours) occupations in the U.S. Learn a working Learn reimbursement for dental services knowledge of medical terminology as including ADA codes, dental terminology, well as proficiency in the transcription of the claims process, dental coding and medical reports. Transcriber and all materials dental documentation. included. Prerequisite(s...... High school diploma or GED, proficiency in keyboarding, Dental Office Management and basic word processing knowledge (21 hours) Learn the business of dentistry, clinical records management, communication, and Certified National Pharmaceutical administrative duties. Representative (Gatlin Education) Blood Borne Pathogens (120 hours) (2 hours) This online training program was developed Learn about transmission, exposure in response to the rising need for entry-level incidents, preventing exposure, signs and pharmaceutical sales representatives who want symptoms of HBV, HCV, HIV, OSHA and to gain entry into the pharmaceutical industry potentially infectious material. but are lacking the required pharmacology and medical education. HIPAA for Physician Offices Prerequisite(s)...... Grammar and (2 hours) basic word processing knowledge Learn the key concepts and terms included in the new HIPAA Privacy Rule and discuss best practices for Multi-Skilled Healthcare maintaining patient confidentiality. Technician This program produces a multi-skilled healthcare technician who is cross-trained to perform basic skills in several different medical disciplines. The program includes the following courses: • CPR for Healthcare Providers • Certified Nursing Assistant • Hospital Unit Clerk • Phlebotomy Technician • ECG Technician • Respiratory Skills for the MSHT • Advanced Nursing Skills and Hospital Clinical
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A Professional Skills Certificate will be CPR for Health Care Providers (AHA) awarded upon successful completion of all (8 hours) seven courses. Learn adult, child, and infant one- and two- person CPR. This course is required for all Recommended Electives: healthcare workers, Allied Health/nursing • Medical Terminology students, and others who work in professional • Physical/Occupational Therapy Basic healthcare settings. Prerequisite(s)...... None Program Goals This program is designed to provide students: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) • The knowledge and skills to apply generic (120 hours) healthcare knowledge to perform basic and Learn basic patient care skills to function advanced patient care skills. as a nurse’s aide in a healthcare setting. • The knowledge and communication, South Carolina DHHS approved curriculum. interpersonal, and team building skills to Includes 40 hours of clinical training in a local effectively communicate resident/patient long-term care facility. information. • The knowledge and skills to define and use Course Goals pertinent medical terminology. This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills to function in a • The knowledge and skills in communication and multi-tasking healthcare environment. interpersonal skills to effectively communicate • The knowledge and skills to perform basic resident/ patient information to residents/patients, patient care tasks. family, and other team members. • The knowledge and skills in blood drawing, • The knowledge and skills in infection control. skin puncture, and specimen collection. • The knowledge and skills in safety and • The knowledge, clerical skills, computer emergency procedures as they are related to skills, interpersonal skills, customer service, prevention of accidents, obstructed airways, and professional considerations as they are facility policies, and emergency response as related to health care environment. related to long-term care facilities. • The knowledge and skills in the basics • The knowledge and skills in promoting of respiratory care in order to assist with residents’ independence and respecting common diagnostic tests and treatment. residents’ rights as related to long-term care • Opportunities to gain clinical experience in facilities. a hospital. • The knowledge and skills to perform in a long-term care setting, ethical and WorkKeys Occupational Profile legal behaviors, good health and hygiene Not Available practices, and reporting changes in the residents’ condition as related to long-term Certification care facilities. Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for • The knowledge and skills in basic nursing a certification exam offered by the American skills and proper technique for measuring Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT). and recording vital signs, collection of specimens, and medical terminology. • The knowledge and skills in the care of cognitively impaired residents, recognizing the symptoms and behaviors of dementia
165 Health Care Occupations and Alzheimer’s disease, providing personal WorkKeys Occupational Profile care and basic restorative services. AM AT L LI O RI T W
WorkKeys Occupational Profile - - 5 5 5 5 4 - AM AT L LI O RI T W Certification 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 3 Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for the certification exam offered by the National Certification Association of Health Unit Coordinators Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for the (NAHUC). certification exam offered by the South Carolina Department of Health & Human Services Phlebotomy Technician (DHHS) and administered by the Nurse Aide (146 hours) Competency Evaluation System (NACES). Learn to collect blood for laboratory analysis. Course includes 80 hours of required off- campus clinical training. Professional Continuing Education for Prerequisite(s): High school diploma or GED CNAs is available. See the current schedule Course Goals for topics, dates and times. This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills in blood drawing, Hospital Unit Clerk skin puncture, and specimen collection. (100 hours) Learn medical terminology, charting and • The knowledge and skills in clerical skills, transcriptions, family relations, and the interpersonal skills, customer service, knowledge needed to function in a hospital. computer systems, and professional Course includes 30 hours of required off- considerations as they are related to a campus clinical training at area hospitals. medical laboratory. Prerequisite(s)...... High school diploma or GED • Opportunities to gain clinical experience Course Goals commensurate with certifying requirements This course is designed to provide students: in a medical laboratory. • The knowledge and skills in communication and interpersonal skills to use various Work Keys Occupational Profile communication devices effectively and AM AT L LI O RI T W professionally. 3 3 3 4 5 4 4 3 • The knowledge and skills to assemble patient charts with appropriate paperwork and materials. • The knowledge and skills to use the computer Certification as related to the hospital unit clerk. Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for • The knowledge and skills to function in a the certification exam offered by the American multitasking environment as related to the Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT), hospital unit clerk. National HealthCareer Association (NHA) or • Opportunities to gain clinical experience in others. a hospital.
166 Health Care Occupations Electrocardiograph Technician (ECG) Course Goals (100 hours) This course is designed to provide students: Learn to become an ECG technician in a • The knowledge and skills in the basics hospital or doctor’s office. Topics include of respiratory care in order to assist with anatomy of the heart, medical terminology, common diagnostic tests and treatment. ECG procedures, normal and abnormal heart • The knowledge and skills in acquiring rhythms, and electrodes. Course includes 40 patient vital signs and appropriate use of hours of required off-campus clinical training. respiratory equipment in the clinical setting. Prerequisite(s)...... High school diploma or GED and CPR and CNA. WorkKeys Occupational Profile Not Available Course Goals This course is designed to provide students: Certification • The knowledge and skills in human None Available anatomy and physiology as related to the ECG technician. Advanced Nursing Skills and Hospital • The knowledge and skills to develop a basic Clinical understanding of non-invasive cardiology. (95 hours) • The knowledge, skills, and techniques for Learn the advanced nursing skills required performing an electrocardiogram. to function as a Multi-Skilled Healthcare • The knowledge and skills to identify lethal Technician in a hospital setting. This course arrhythmias, artifact, and interference and includes 60 hours of required clinical practice. demonstrate proper lead placement. Prerequisite(s)...... CNA, CPR, ECG, • Clinical experience commensurate with Phlebotomy, and Respiratory Skills certifying requirements in a hospital. Course Goals WorkKeys Occupational Profile This course is designed to provide students: AM AT L LI O RI T W • The knowledge and skills to administer urinary catheter care, non-medicated 3 4 3 5 4 5 4 3 enemas, and ostomy care. • The knowledge and skills to assist with Certification surgical preparations. Successful graduates may be eligible to sit • The knowledge and skills to assist with for the ECG certification exam offered by wound care and dressing changes. American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians • The knowledge and skills to assist with (ASPT), National HealthCareer Association post-mortem care to maintain a sterile field. (NHA) or others. WorkKeys Occupational Profile Respiratory Skills for the MSHT Program Not Available (30 hours) Certification Learn the basics of respiratory care to assist None Available with common diagnostic tests and treatment. Prerequisite(s)...... CNA training and high school diploma or GED
167 Health Care Occupations Perioperative Nursing RN Refresher Course Program (268 hours) You’re already part of one of the most rewarding This course is designed for RNs who want to careers you know. Now you want to specialize activate their license to practice in the state in the surgical environment, increasing your of South Carolina. This course offers theory, skills in operating room procedures ATC is a laboratory, and clinical experience designed licensed provider of the AORN Perioperative to assist RNs in applying the nursing process Nursing course. AORN is accredited as a and other essential skills to the care of clients provider of nursing continuing education by experiencing common health alterations. Lab the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s emphasis is placed on practicing and updating Commission on Accreditation. (81 hours) new and familiar skills. Clinical emphasis is placed on the management of clients in an acute care setting such as a hospital. Students Topics include: are required to complete all course components • Surgical Environment to reinstate their license with the state board of • Perioperative Assessment • Aseptic Technique nursing. Includes 8 hands-on lab days and 84 • Sterilization and Disinfection clinical hours. • Scrubbing and Circulating • Anesthesia LPN Refresher Course • Medications and Solutions • Wound Healing/Hemostasis (240 hours) • Positioning the Surgical Patient This course is designed for LPNs who • Needles and Sutures wants to activate their license to practice • Surgical Instruments in the state of South Carolina. This course • Specimens offers theory, laboratory, and clinical experience designed to assist LPNs in applying the nursing process and other RN/LPN Refresher Program essential skills to the care of clients (in partnership with Greenville Technical experiencing common health alterations. Lab College) emphasis is placed on practicing and updating Refresher training is designed to update new and familiar skills. Clinical emphasis is nursing knowledge and skills. These courses placed on the management of clients in an consist of 120 online hours each, with labs at acute care setting such as a hospital. Students Aiken Technical College and clinical hours are required to complete all course components arranged with a local healthcare facility. to reinstate their license with the state board of nursing. Includes 7 hands-on lab days and 84 clinical hours. Program Goals
This course is designed to provide students: RN Update Course • The knowledge and skills in patient (184 hours) assessment, documentation, use and This course is designed for nurses with active monitoring of medical equipment, and licenses who want to update their skills and medication administration. nursing knowledge. Includes 8 hands-on lab • The knowledge and skills to manage clients days and 120 hours of interactive video and in an acute care setting as related to the CD ROMs to enhance learning. duties of the RN or LPN. Prerequisite(s)...... Active RN license
168 Health Care Occupations LPN Update Course • The knowledge and skills in clerical and (156 hours) interpersonal skills, customer service, and This course is designed for nurses with active professional considerations as they are licenses who want to update their skills and related to a veterinary clinic. nursing knowledge. Includes 7 hands-on lab • Opportunities to gain clinical experience in days and 100 hours of interactive video and a veterinary clinic. CD ROMs to enhance learning) Prerequisite(s)...... Active LPN license WorkKeys Occupational Profile AM AT L LI O RI T W Skills Training for Nurses 4 3 2 4 4 4 3 2 (64 hours) This course focuses on nurses wishing to update Certification clinical knowledge and skills. Lab experience None Available is designed to assist the nurse in applying the nursing process and other essential skills to the care of clients experiencing common health Childcare alterations. Emphasis is placed on practicing and S.C. Childcare Training System updating new and familiar skills in a This program is designed for individuals and non-threatening environment. Includes 8 groups interested in starting a licensed child hands-on lab days. care center or in reviewing standards and improving an existing center. Sessions meet WorkKeys Occupational Profile the specific requirements of DSS licensure Not Available programs administered by the Center for Childcare Career Development in Greenville, Certification S.C. Training topics are registered with First Successful graduates will be able to apply to Steps and/or delivered by certified trainers. the SC Board of Nursing Licensure. Courses are designed for childcare professionals providing care for infants and toddlers, Veterinary pre-schoolers, school-age children, and Veterinary Assistant children with special needs. Courses provide (102 hours) current topics for caregivers working in large Learn animal healthcare procedures with or small centers as well as those in family/ both lecture and clinical applications in this group home settings. award winning course. Designed for students Prerequisite(s)...... None considering a career in animal health care. Course includes 30 hours of required off- Course Goals campus clinical training. These courses are designed to provide students Prerequisite(s)... High school diploma or GED training in the following required topic areas: • Curriculum Course Goals • Child Growth and Development This course is designed to provide students: • Guidance • The knowledge and skills in animal healthcare • Health, Safety, and Nutrition procedures used in a veterinary clinic. • Professional Development • Special Needs • Bloodborne Pathogens
169 Professional Skills Credentials In addition, courses are offered in Program S.C. Residential Homebuilder Administration for Center Directors, Owners, (16 hours) and Administrators. Learn the knowledge required to become a licensed residential builder in South Carolina. No Place Like Home General Contractor training also available. See (30 hours) the current schedule of classes for availability. This course is designed specifically for family Prerequisite(s)...... One year of and group home providers and is offered work experience under a licensed builder in partnership with Childcare Resource and Referral, Aiken County First Steps. Course Goals This program is designed to provide students: • A review for the South Carolina Residential Construction Homebuilders Exam. Home Inspection • A review of general math, estimations, (40 hours) surveying, and volume calculation. This home inspection pre-licensing • A review of international residential code, course is approved by the South Carolina carpentry and building construction, and Residential Builders Commission. modern masonry. Successful completion of this course • The South Carolina Construction qualifies students to take the Home Management Guide. Inspection exam. This course meets the standards of practice and code of ethics of WorkKeys Occupational Profile the American Society of Home Inspectors, Not Available Inc. (ASHI), and covers structural systems, Certification exterior, roof systems, plumbing systems, Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for electrical systems, heating and air the certification exam offered by the South conditioning systems, interior, insulation, and Carolina Residential Builders Commission. ventilation. A hands-on lab is available for some systems. Officer Training Basic Constable Training Course Goals (80.5 hours) This course is designed to provide students: This course provides the information and • The knowledge and skills to perform training required by the South Carolina Law inspections of residential mechanical, Enforcement Division (SLED) and the South structural, electrical, and plumbing systems. Carolina Criminal Justice Academy to become • The opportunity to visually assess a variety a state constable. Firearms training and topics of residential systems. such as handling prisoners, evidence, and legal issues are covered. WorkKeys Occupational Profile Prerequisite(s)...... Students must be approved Not Available by SLED as constable candidates prior to enrolling in the course Certification Course Goals Successful graduates may be eligible to sit This course is designed to provide students: for the exam offered by the South Carolina • The knowledge and skills to perform the Residential Builders Commission. duties of a constable in South Carolina.
170 Professional Skills Credentials • An understanding of legal issues that govern Real Estate Pre- and the actions of a South Carolina constable. Post-Licensing • The knowledge and skills to safely operate (in partnership with Fortune Academy of firearms within the duties of a South Real Estate) Carolina constable. Real Estate Pre-Licensing Private Security Officer (60 hours) (24 hours) Prepare for the first year S.C. Real Estate The South Carolina Technical College License Examination. Course is approved by System is offering the Security Officer the South Carolina Real Estate Commission. Certificate Program to prepare individuals for an entry-level security career. Areas of Course Goals training include effective communications; This course is designed to provide students: report writing and documentation; public • The knowledge and skills to recognize and relations; bomb threats, searches, and device understand general and specific real estate recognition; arrest procedures and handcuffing terms and property rights. techniques; and workplace safety and • The knowledge and skills to differentiate violence prevention and counterterrorism. between types of ownership and estates. Prerequisite(s): Students must pass a • The knowledge and skills to understand background check liens, titles, and deeds. • The knowledge and skills to understand Course Goals governmental controls and laws affecting This course is designed to provide students: real estate. • The knowledge and skills to perform the • The knowledge and skills to understand the duties of a private security officer in South pricing and financing of real estate. Carolina. • The knowledge and skills to understand and • The knowledge of SLED regulations and create contracts. legal issues that govern the actions of a private security officer. WorkKeys Occupational Profile • The knowledge and skills of patrol Not Available techniques, arrest procedures, retail security, fire protection, and crime scene Certification preservation. Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for the examination offered by the South Carolina WorkKeys Occupational Profile Real Estate Commission. Not Available Real Estate Post-Licensing Certification (30 hours) Successful graduates of this program will be Designed to give real estate agents state awarded a certificate as a Certified Officer and federal law updates, as well as training (CO). The certificate entitles the graduate, in property management, finance, trust who meets statutory registration requirements, accounting, and ethics. The ethics portion of to registration by SLED immediately upon this course meets the National Association of hiring by a licensed private security company. Realtors requirements for ethics in real estate.
171 Professional Skills Credentials Course Goals Defensive Driving This course is designed to provide students: (8 hours) • The knowledge and skills to minimize a real Successful completion of this course will estate agent’s risk of liability. remove four points from your South Carolina • The knowledge and skills to manage driver’s license due to driving violations residential properties. (except DUI). This National Safety Council • The knowledge and skills to use principal course may only be taken once every three financial instruments. years for point reduction, and may reduce • The knowledge and skills to set up trust insurance costs. funds and accounts. Prerequisite...... Licensed driver • A blueprint for ethical decision making. Driver Education and Road Experience WorkKeys Occupational Profile (14 hours) Not Available Improve driving skills and prepare to take the South Carolina licensed driver test. The course Certification includes eight classroom hours and six hours This course maintains the South Carolina of driving with an instructor. licensure if completed within one year of Prerequisite(s)...... A learner’s permit becoming licensed. Motorcycle Courses (varied hours) Real Estate Appraisal (96 hours) Learn the essential skills for riding a motorcycle. All instructors are certified by the • Principles of Residential Appraisal Motorcycle Safety Foundation. Graduates of • L-2 Market Data Analysis the program may qualify for lower insurance • L-3 Uniform Standards of Appraisal premiums. For more information call 1-888- 457-4337 or visit the S.C. Rider web page at • L-4 Residential Analysis for Small Income www.scridered.org. Property Appraisals Prerequisite(s)...... A motorcycle learner’s permit is required. WorkKeys Profile Note: Students must wear motorcycle Not Available protective gear (helmet, gloves, long sleeves, eye protection, long pants, and shoes that cover Certification the ankles) in class. Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for the examination offered by the South Carolina • Beginning Motorcycle Real Estate Commission. • Intermediate Motorcycle • Experienced Motorcycle Mandatory Continuing Education Keep updated in real estate careers with the core and elective courses needed to maintain the S.C. Real Estate License. These courses are offered concurrently with the Post-Licensing course. See the current schedule of classes for topics.
172 Professional Skills Credentials Online Professional Construction Technology Home Inspection (200 Hours) Skills Training HVAC Technician Certificate (320 Hours) Anywhere, anytime learning designed to provide the workforce skills necessary to Networking and CompTIA acquire professional caliber positions for many Certification Training in-demand occupations. Gatlin Education Cisco™ CCNA® Certification Training Services in partnership with Aiken Technical (80 Hours) College offers the following online certificate programs: Microsoft Certification Training Microsoft Certified Database Administrator Healthcare (MCDBA) (460 Hours) Administrative Dental Assistant (240 hours) Microsoft Certified System Administrator Advanced Coding for the Physician’s Office 2003 (MCSA) (440 Hours) (80 hours) Microsoft Certified System Engineer 2003 Advanced hospital Coding and CCS Prep (MCSE) (700 Hours) (80 hours) Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative Internet, Design, & Technical (120 Hours) AutoCAD 2005 (120 Hours) Coding, Reimbursement and Documentation Digital Arts Certificate (225 Hours) for Physicians (12 Hours) Graphic Design (80 Hours) HIPPA Compliance (12 Hours) Multimedia Design Certificate (225 Hours) Human Resources for Healthcare Professionals Webmaster (150 Hours) (80 Hours) Video Game Design and Development ICD-10 Medical Coding: Preparation and 3ds max (650 Hours) Instruction for the Implementation (200 hours) Video Game Design and Development Medical Transcription (240 Hours) (500 Hours) Revenue Cycle Management for Healthcare Detailed outline and demos are available Providers (12 Hours) at www.gatlineducation.com/aikentech Veterinary Assistant (240 Hours)
Business Bookkeeping the Easy Way (140 Hours) Certified Bookkeeper (80 Hours) Certified Financial Planner (600 Hours) Lean Mastery (60 Hours) Payroll Practice and Management (80 Hours) Project Management (40 Hours) Records Management (80 Hours) Six Sigma Black Belt (200 Hours) Six Sigma Green Belt (100 Hours) Travel Agent Training (120 Hours)
173 Computer Training Computer Training Microsoft Office XP WBD computer courses are taught in an These courses are designed to teach students instructor-led, hands-on setting. Unless Microsoft Office XP. Learn how to get the most specified, these courses do not have a out of Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. prerequisite. Microsoft Word XP Level 1 WBD constantly strives to stay on the cutting This beginner level course is designed to teach edge of today’s changing technologies. If you students the fundamentals of Microsoft Word XP. do not see the course you are looking for, please call us. Many courses are scheduled on Course Goals a demand basis. This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills to create and Computer training can be readily customized open documents. for businesses in the CSRA. Call 803-593- • The knowledge and skills to explore various 9954, ext. 1230 for a customized syllabus and file management options. quote or more information. • The knowledge and skills to work with formatting techniques - changing font size, Conquer Your Fears: PCs 101 style, and color. Designed for first-time computer • The knowledge and skills to manipulate users, this introductory class teaches paragraphs by adding indents, tabs, tables, basic mouse and keyboarding skills, headers, and footers. along with computer terminology. • The knowledge and skills to enhance page appearance by adding borders, shading, and Course Goals columns. This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills to add desktop • Familiarization with hardware and software publishing features such as graphics, clip fundamentals. art, and pictures. • Practice using the Windows‑interface. • An introduction to basic operations in word Microsoft Word XP Level 2 processing and electronic spreadsheets. This intermediate level course is designed to • The knowledge and skills to navigate the teach students the more advanced features of Internet. Microsoft Word XP.
First Steps in Photo Digital Editing Course Goals Learn to edit digital photographs and create This course is designed to provide students: images for print or screen using a user- • The knowledge and skills to illustrate friendly software package. documents by adding, resizing, and positioning graphics. Course Goals • The knowledge and skills to create text This course is designed to provide students: boxes, AutoShapes, WordArt, and charts. • The knowledge and skills to open and • The knowledge and skills to create, format, import images. illustrate, preview, and save Web pages. • The knowledge and skills to correct red eye. • The knowledge and skills to merge Word • The knowledge and skills to print photos. documents. • The knowledge and skills to work with styles and templates.
174 Computer Training Microsoft Excel XP Level 1 • The knowledge and skills to learn database This beginner level course is designed to environments and terminology. teach students the fundamentals of Microsoft • The knowledge and skills to create tables Excel XP. and set up relationships between tables. • The knowledge and skills to manipulate Course Goals table data using filters, sorts, and queries. This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills to create forms • The knowledge and skills to create new and reports. worksheets. • The knowledge and skills to use formulas Microsoft Access XP Level 2 and functions to create dynamic This intermediate level course is designed to spreadsheets. teach students the more advanced features of • The knowledge and skills to format Microsoft Access XP. worksheets and cells in worksheets. • The knowledge and skills to create various Course Goals chart types. This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills to create and sort • The knowledge and skills to create multiple data in a list. table, parameter, make-table, append, and delete queries. Microsoft Excel XP Level 2 • The knowledge and skills to add combo This intermediate level course is designed to boxes, option groups, command buttons, teach students the more advanced features of and ActiveX controls. Microsoft Excel XP. • The knowledge and skills to use export and web page features to share information Course Goals electronically. This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills to import and • The knowledge and skills to manage export XML data, publish and merge data workbooks and prepare for the web. with Word, and analyze data with Excel. • The knowledge and skills to plan, record, run, and edit macros. Microsoft PowerPoint XP Level 1 • The knowledge and skills to plan, create This beginner level course is designed to sort, and print lists. teach students the fundamentals of Microsoft • The knowledge and skills to enhance charts PowerPoint XP. and worksheets by customizing data series, formatting chart axis, rotating charts/texts, Course Goals and adding pictures to charts. This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills to create Microsoft Access XP Level 1 presentations with slide layouts and design This beginner level course is designed to templates. teach students the fundamentals of Microsoft • The knowledge and skills to insert slides Access XP. into existing presentations. • The knowledge and skills to enhance Course Goals presentations by adding graphics, charts, This course is designed to provide students: clip art, transitions, and animations. • The knowledge and skills to plan and create • The knowledge and skills to create a variety a database. of handouts.
175 Computer Training Microsoft PowerPoint XP Level 2 Master Certification: This intermediate level course is designed to Candidates must successfully complete: teach students the more advanced features of • Word XP Expert and Excel XP Expert Microsoft PowerPoint XP. • PowerPoint XP Core and one elective exam: Course Goals • Access XP Core or Outlook XP Core This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills to enhance charts to effectively communicate presentations. Education To Go • The knowledge and skills to embed and link Online Courses objects created in other programs. WBD has partnered with Education To Go™, a • The knowledge and skills to insert animated developer and provider of interactive online courses, GIFs, sounds, and hyperlinks. to provide online non-credit certificate courses. • The knowledge and skills to review presentations, rehearse slide timings, and Students receive lessons and complete publish/broadcast presentations. assignments through an online classroom; participate in discussions with other students; Level 3/Advanced courses available upon and ask questions of online instructors. Course request. Call (803) 593-9231, ext. 1589 for prices generally range from $60 - $200, begin more information. monthly, and run for six weeks.
Two lessons are released each week and Microsoft Office Specialist students can take up to ten days to complete Microsoft Office Specialist is a globally each lesson. Students do not have to be online recognized standard for demonstrating desktop at the time the lessons are released. skill. Exams are available for identified core skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, The topics listed below are arranged by subject PowerPoint, and Outlook. Entry and advanced area. Each bulleted topic has numerous courses courses in Microsoft applications prepare available. Be sure to visit: students for Specialist, Expert, and Master www.ed2go.com/aikentec for a complete certification tests. listing of courses.
Specialist Certification: Computer Technology Candidates must successfully complete any • The Internet one Specialist exam. • Web Page Design • Word XP Core • Web Graphics and Multimedia • Excel XP Core • Web Programming • PowerPoint XP Core • Basic Computer Literacy • Access XP Core • Computer Applications • Outlook XP Core • Computer Troubleshooting and Networking • Computer Programming and Database Expert Certification: Management Expert exams are offered for Word XP and • Certification Prep Excel XP. • Palm Pilot and Pocket PC • Desktop Publishing and Imaging • Design and New Media Certificate Programs 176 Computer Training Business Administration • Accounting • Business Administration and Management • Business Planning and Entrepreneurial • Sales and Marketing • Grant Writing and Nonprofit Management
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177 Test Center ACT Test Center Aiken Technical College is now a provider of American College Testing (ACT), Inc. testing and training in our new state-of-the-art facility in the 700/800 building.
The Test Center services include: • Skill-specific training and development • Workplace skills assessments • Continuing education for a broad array of disciplines • Certification and licensure tests for trades and professions • Distance learning Currently Available • Academic Testing • Automotive Service Excellence Exam (ASE) • College Level Examination Program (CLEP) • COMPASS • Cosmetology • Dante (DSST) • Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) • Federal Communications Commission (FCC) • Microsoft Office Specialist • National Center for Competency Training (NCCT) • Nurses Entrance Test (NET) • Refrigerant Recovery • Transportation Security Act • WorkKeys™
ATC is currently researching to find the most pertinent testing and training needed in the CSRA. To register for a test or request more information, please call: 803-593-9954, ext. 1772 or e-mail us at: [email protected].
178 Leadership & Management hese programs are designed to meet the • Healing a Customer Relationship Teducation, training, and retraining needs of • Serving a World of Customers frontline workers, supervisors, and managers. • Meeting Unspoken Customer Needs WBD offers training courses for business and • Resolving Issues that Impact the Customer industry to upgrade job skills and enhance professional development. American Management Association How To Sharpen Business Writing Skills These programs and services are directed (18 hours) toward the skill requirements of business, industry, government, and community Taking Control with Time Management organizations, but may be open to the general (18 hours) public as well. For further information call 803-593-9954, ext. 1230. AMA Certificate in Supervision Course: (18 hours each) WBD is an authorized provider of Achieve • First Line Supervision Global (formerly Zenger-Miller), American • Making Teams Work Management Association (AMA), Development • Taking Control with Time Management Dimensions International (DDI), the WorkKeys • Coaching for Top Performance system, and is a Licensed Official Registered • Planning and Leading Productive Meetings Provider of Command Spanish programs. • Communication Skills for Managers
Basic Skills First Line Supervision ABC’s of Grant Writing (18 hours) (8 hours) Command Spanish Business Etiquette Survival Spanish for Automobile Sales and Service (8 hours) Spanish for Bank Tellers Spanish for Child Care Facilities Achieve Global Spanish for Construction Sites Learning to Lead Spanish for Industry, Manufacturing, and (4 hours per module) Warehousing • Basic Principles for a Collaborative Spanish for Library Staff Workplace Spanish for Nurseries, Landscaping, and • Managing Your Priorities Groundskeeping • Proactive Listening Spanish for Office Personnel • Expressing Yourself: Presenting Your Spanish for Requesting Personal Thoughts and Ideas Information and Data • Giving and Receiving Constructive Spanish for Retail Sales Feedback Spanish for Dental Staff • Giving Recognition Spanish for Nursing • Handling Emotions Under Pressure Spanish for the Physician’s Office Spanish for Respiratory Therapy The Service Difference Doing Business in Latin America (4 hours per module) Supervising Spanish-Speaking Employees • Reaching for Stellar Service Survival Spanish for Law Enforcement • Connecting with Customers Officers • Guiding Customer Conversations Survival Spanish for School Administrators, Teachers and Support Staff 179 Leadership and Management Development Dimensions WorkKeys International For further information on the WorkKeys Leadership Development system, see General Information, page 157, or • Interaction Management: Tactics call 803-593-9954, ext. 1326. • Interaction Management: Strategies Key Train Key Train web-based training can be taken Leadership Development For Long Term from anywhere with an internet connection Care Nurses and at the ACT Test Center. The fee covers (32 hours. 4 hours per module) access to all nine skill areas for one year:
Workforce Development: Techniques for a • Reading for Information High-Performance Workforce • Locating Information • Personal Effectiveness • Applied Mathematics • Group Effectiveness • Applied Technology • Getting Business Results • Teamwork • Observation Service Plus • Listening (4-6 hours) • Writing • Business Writing Service Plus Healthcare: Customized training and tutoring are Building Patient Loyalty available. (4-6 hours)
Society of Human Resource Blended Learning Online Management Maintenance and SHRM Learning System Operators Training (30 hours) WBD offers web-delivered industrial skills Prepare for the Professional in Human training through Primedia Workplace Learning. Resources (PHR) or the Senior Professional This program is designed to teach maintenance in Human Resources (SPHR) certification technicians and operations personnel practical exams. skills through web-based courses and hands- on performance evaluations. For more SHRM Essentials of Human Resource information call 803-593-9954, ext. 1326. Management Certificate Program Courses available include: (15 hours) This course provides a broad overview of Maintenance Technical Training the human resource function for entry level • Bearings human resource professionals and those who • Circuit Breakers interview and train employees. • Compressors • Diagrams • Electrical Maintenance • Electric Motors • Electrical Theory • Electrical Wiring • Forklifts • Gears
180 Industrial & Technical • Hydraulics • Installing and Maintaining • Lubrication • Numerics • Math • Ladder Logic and Symbology • Pipes & Valves • Introduction to Programming • Pumps • Programming Common Functions • Rigging • Program Entry, Testing and Modification • Safety • HMIs and Troubleshooting • Seals • Troubleshooting Hardware • Shaft Alignment • Troubleshooting Software and Networks • Tools • Vibration Analysis PRIMEed • Water Treatment • Welding Instrumentation Control Systems
Chemical Operator Training Process Control • Air and Water Poluution Control • Principles of Calibration • Automatic Process Control • Principles of Control • Chemistry • Field Devices: Analytical • Compressors • Field Devices: Analog Configuration • Distillation • Electrical Systems • Field Devices: Digital Configuration with • Furnaces a DCS • Heat Exchangers • Field Devices: Configuring with a • Instrumentation and Control - Measurement Laptop PC • Minor Maintenance • Principles • Piping and Auxiliaries • Field Devices: Using Field • Plant Boilers • Plant Science (Parts 1 and 2) Communicators • Power Plant Basics • Introduction to Distributed Control • Power Plant Boilers Systems • Power Plant Protection Systems • Field Devices: Level and Flow • Process Sampling • Multiple Loop Control • Pumps • Pneumatic Controls • Reading Diagrams • Refrigeration • Field Devices: Pressure, Temperature & • Statistical Process Control Weight • Steam Cycle and Turbines • Smart Controllers • Trainers • Single Loop Control • Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting DCS I/Os: Procedures • Valves • Tuning Loops • Water Treatment • Wastewater Treatment • Troubleshooting DCS I/Os: Procedures • Troubleshooting DCS I/Os: Practices PLC Training • Troubleshooting Loops • Architecture, Types and Networks • I/O Communication
181 Industrial and Technical Networks Courses Available • Networks: Introduction On Demand • Setting Up and Troubleshooting WBD offers several mechanical, electrical, and • Fiber Optic Systems chemical courses. For more information call 803-593-9954, ext. 1326. • Applied Technology PLC • Basic Electronics • Architecture, Types and Networks • Basic Wiring • Programming Common Functions • Building Inspection • Installing and Maintaining • Carpentry • I/O Communication • Chemical Laboratory Technician • Introduction to Programming • Contractors Certification • Ladder Logic and Symbology • Fire Alarm Systems • Hydraulics • Human-Machine Interface and • Incipient Fire Fighting Troubleshooting • Industrial Electricity • HMIs and Troubleshooting • Industrial Maintenance • Numerics • Instrumentation/Controls • Program Entry, Testing, and Modification • National Electrical Code • Troubleshooting Software and Networks • Pneumatics • Precision Measurement • Troubleshooting Hardware • Programmable Logic Controllers • Schematics/Blueprints Variable Speed Drives • Vibration Analysis • Controllers and troubleshooting • Welding Certifications • Applications • Programming Controllers Regulatory Training • Introduction to VSDs WBD applies a total approach to an • Systems and Integration organization’s environmental and safety needs • System Troubleshooting through identification, evaluation, reduction, prevention, and control of hazards. Participants Includes: must adhere to a myriad of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations, many of which have • Pre & Post Tests initial employee and continuing training • Coursework requirements. Call 803-593-9954, ext. 1326 • No labs for more information.
Bloodborne Pathogens 1910.1030 BBP Standard (2 hours)
Confined Space Entry 1910.146 Confined Space Entry (6 hours)
182 Industrial and Technical Confined Space Rescue Hazmat Packaging and Shipping Refresher (8 hours) Part 173 (as needed) Construction Standards 1926 Standards Hazmat CDL (10 or 30 hours) (16 hours)
Hazardous Waste Parts 261-270 Emergency Response and Incident Command Hazardous Waste Awareness Emergency Response Technician Level (8 hours) (24 hours) Hazardous Waste Awareness Refresher Emergency Response Technician Level (8 hours) Refresher (8 hours) Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Emergency Response Operations Level (8 hours) HAZWOPER (40 hours) Environmental Awareness (8 hours) HAZWOPER Supervisor (8 hours) General Industry Standard 1910 Standards HAZWOPER Refresher (10 hours) (8 hours)
Emergency Response Awareness Level and 1910 Standards Refresher (30 hours) (8 hours each)
Hazardous Communication 1910.1200 Incident Command Hazcom Standard (8 hours) (2 hours) LEPC TTT MSDS Training (24 hours) (2 hours) Lock Out Tag Out (2 hours) Hazardous Materials General Awareness Parts 100-185 and Portable Fire Extinguishers 1910.157 Refresher Incipient Fire Fighting and Annual (8 hours each) Refresher (2 hours each) Hazmat Packaging and Shipping Part 173 (as needed) Powered Industrial Trucks 1910.178 Forklift Safety (16 hours)
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185 Faculty & Staff
Aiken County Commission Faculty for Technical Education Jay Abolghassem, MCSE Joe W. DeVore, Chairman Instructor, Electronics Engineering Technology Joseph J. Buggy A.S., Middle Georgia College Linda B. Eldridge B.S., Georgia Southern University Carlos F. Garcia M.T., Georgia Southern University Pat W. Guglieri Ann Adcock Kathryn D. Justyn Public Services Librarian Joe E. Lewis Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence Michael R. Rose B.A., University of South Carolina Timothy W. Simmons M.L.I.S., University of South Carolina Augustus T. Stephens, Jr. Henry Arnold III, J.D. Program Coordinator, Paralegal Executive Staff B.S., Cornell University J.D., Tulane University Dr. Susan A. Winsor, President B.S., Western Michigan University Carolyn Barnett, RN, BSN M.P.H., University of North Carolina Program Coordinator, Medical Assisting Ph.D., University of South Carolina A.D.S., University of South Carolina-Aiken B.S.N., University of South Carolina Dr. Melissa D. Denardo Vice President of Academic Affairs P.D. Baxter B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania Instructor, Business M. Ed., Indiana University of Pennsylvania B.A., University of South Carolina Ed. D., University of Pittsburgh M.B.A., Augusta State University
Dr. Gemma K. Frock Dr. Edmund Boothe Vice President Program Coordinator, Chemistry for Workforce and Business Development B.S. Chem., University of Alabama B.S., University of Pittsburgh M.S. Chem., University of Alabama M.Ed., University of Pittsburgh Ph.D., Louisiana State University A.G.S., Boston University Ph.D., University of South Carolina Sheilena Bryant-Dingle, RN, MSN Instructor, Nursing Dennis C. Rogers B.S., Paine College B.S.N., Medical College of Georgia Vice President of Administrative Services M.S.N., University of Phoenix B.A., University of Michigan M.B.A., Western Michigan University Paul W. Callahan Instructor, Computer Technology Dr. James A. Schmidt B.S., Western Michigan University Vice President of Student Services M.A., Eastern New Mexico University B.S., Florida State University M.S., Naval Postgraduate School M.S., Florida State University Ph.D., University of Florida Rebecca Campbell Instructor, English B.A., Northeast Louisiana University M.A., Northeast Louisiana University
Darrin Campen, LPCI Department Chair, History and Social Science B.S., Old Dominion University M.S., New Mexico Highlands University Ed.S., University of South Carolina
186 Faculty & Staff Amelia Capers, CDA, RDH Raymond Duffie Department Chair, Allied Health; Program Coordinator, Program Coordinator, Industrial Maintenance Technology Extended-Duty Dental Assisting A.A., Aiken Technical College A.S., Midlands Technical College B.S., Southern Illinois University Jean Fishel, R.T. (R) Instructor, Radiology Technology Julie Carleton B.S., University of Arkansas Program Coordinator Management/Marketing C. Neel Flannagan B.S., University of South Carolina-Aiken Department Chair, Engineering & Industrial M.B.A., Augusta State University Technology; Program Coordinator, Automotive A.O.T., Aiken Technical College Cathi V. Chambley B.S., Clemson University Instructor, Computer Technology M.Ed., University of South Carolina B.S.H.E., University of Georgia ASE Master Certification M.S., University of Georgia Dr. Alice Frye David Clark Dean, Health Sciences Program Coordinator, Welding Technology A.D.N., Memphis State University A.O.T., Aiken Technical College B.S.N., East Tennessee State University M.S.N., Medical College of Georgia Joy Colley Ed. D., University of Georgia Instructor, Biology B.S., Auburn University Donna Goins, RN, MSN M.S., Clemson University Program Coordinator, Nursing A.D.N., Augusta State University Kent Cubbage B.S.N., Medical College of Georgia Program Coordinator, Biology M.S.N., Medical College of Georgia B.S., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign M.S., Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Patrick Green Program Coordinator, English Diallo Cummings B.A., College of Charleston Program Coordinator, M.Ed., Troy State University Developmental Mathematics B.S., South Carolina State University Wayne Gunter M.A.T., South Carolina State University Program Coordinator, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Allyson Davis A.O.T., Aiken Technical College Library Director Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence Winona T. Hatcher B.A., University of West Georgia Program Coordinator, M.L.I.S., University of North Carolina Office Systems Technology B.A., University of North Carolina-Charlotte Leroy J. Delionbach M.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison Program Coordinator, Criminal Justice A.A., Georgia Southwestern College Thomasina Hughey A.B., Georgia Southern College Program Coordinator M.A., Georgia Southern College Reading SC State Constable B.A, University of South Carolina M.A., Michigan State University Thomas DesRocher, PE M.E., University of South Carolina Instructor, Engineering Technology A.S., Alpena Community College B.S.E.–E.E., University of Michigan M.S.E–E.E., University of Michigan M.B.A., University of Toledo
187 Faculty & Staff Carlton Jenkins Bruce McCord Program Coordinator, Engineering Graphics Program Coordinator, History and A.O.T., Aiken Technical College Social Sciences B.A., University of South Carolina Anne Jones, RN, MSN M.A., University of South Carolina Instructor, Nursing A.D.N., Pierce College School of Nursing John Menger B.S., University of California-Los Angeles Instructor, English M.S.N., University of Phoenix B.A., University of South Carolina-Aiken M.Ed., Augusta State University Roy Jones, CETSR Instructor, Electronics Engineering Technology Robert Moldenhauer A.A.S., Georgia Military College Program Coordinator B.S.E.T., Savannah State University Human Services B.A., Alma College Mark T. King, MCSE M.A., Central Michigan University Program Coordinator, Computer Technology B.S., University of South Carolina Lynn Moore M.E., University of South Carolina Department Chair, Business and Public Service Program Coordinator, Accounting Susan Kronberg, RN, MSN B.B.A., Augusta State University Instructor, Nursing M.B.A., Augusta State University M.S.N., University of South Carolina Michael Ostrowski Patricia Lifsey, RN, MSN Director, Instructional Technology Instructor, Nursing and Distance Learning B.S.N., Medical College of Georgia A.A., Butte College M.S.N., Medical College of Georgia B.A., California State University-Long Beach M.A., California State University-Chico Helen (Jody) Madden, RN, MSN M.A., California State University-Dominguez Hills Instructor, Nursing A.D.N., College of Saint Mary Dr. Daniel Peterson B.S.N., Medical College of Georgia Instructor, Mathematics M.S.N., Medical College of Georgia B.S., California Polytechnic State University M.A., California Polytechnic State University Heather Marin, RN, MSN Ed.D., University of North Texas Instructor, Nursing B.S.N., Medical College of Georgia Dr. Tracy P. Pierner M.S.N., Medical College of Georgia Dean, Technical Education B.S., University of Wisconsin Raynette Mayer M.S., Case Western Reserve Instructor, English Ph.D., Indiana State University B.A., University of Nevada-Las Vegas B.S., University of Tennessee-Knoxville James Pitzer, R.T. (R) M.A., Arizona State University Program Coordinator Radiologic Technology Tracy McAfee A.S., Medical College of Georgia Instructor, Speech B.S., Medical College of Georgia B.A., Baldwin-Wallace College M.S., Central Michigan University M.A., Ohio State University Lynn Rickabaugh Corine McCarthy Instructor, Mathematics Instructor, Biology B.S., University of South Carolina B.S., University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point M.S., University of South Carolina M.S., Clemson University B. Diane Roberson, RN, MSN Department Chair, Nursing B.S.N., University of Alabama-Birmingham M.S.N., Marymount College 188 Faculty & Staff F. Gregory Rogers Clint Wiggins, MCSE Dean, General Education and University Transfer Program Coordinator, Computer Technology A.B., Lincoln Christian College B.S., University of Georgia Southwestern A.M., Valparaiso University A.M., University of Chicago Divinity School Staff Pamela B. Rogers Mildred Aiken Program Coordinator Program Assistant, ACT Test Center Early Childhood Development A.S., Midlands Technical College B.A., University of South Carolina-Aiken B.S., Limestone College M.Ed., University of South Carolina Marion Alli-Rose Javed Shah Payroll Administrator Department Chair, A.S., Aiken Technical College Mathematics and Sciences; Instructor, Physics B.SC., University of Punjab Janet Amos M.SC., University of Punjab Dean, Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence Michelle Sims, RHIA, CCS B.S., University of North Dakota Program Coordinator, Medical Coding B.S. (2), University of North Dakota B.B.A., Augusta State University M.A., Marshall University Ed.S., Appalachian State University Craig Stangohr Instructor, Spanish John Baker A.A., Harper College Director of Programming, B.A., Illinois State University Workforce and Business Development M.A., Illinois State University A.A.S., Georgia Military College M.B.A., University of Illinois-Chicago B.A., Augusta State University M.S.M., Thomas Edison State College William L. Van Alstine Program Coordinator, Mathematics Alan Braden A.S., Casper Junior College Career Services Coordinator, B.S., University of Wyoming One Stop Career Center M.S., University of Missouri-Rolla B.A., Augusta State University Robin Vicke Helen Bratton Instructor, Nursing Director, One-Stop Career Center B.S.N, Indiana State University B.S., Brenau University MPA, Augusta State University Charles Welch Instructor, Developmental Mathematics Kathy Brinke and Wellness Operations Manager, Administrative Services/ B.S., Georgia Southern University Information Systems Management M.Ed., Georgia Southern University A.S., Aiken Technical College Lynne Weldon Brandi Busbee Department Chair, Computer Technology Administrative Specialist B.S., College of Charleston Student Services M.A., Webster University B.S., University of South Carolina-Aiken Thurmond Whatley Walter Busbee Department Chair of Communication and Applications Analyst I, ISM Fine Arts; Instructor, Developmental English, A.S. Aiken Technical College Journalism and Theatre, A.A., University of South Carolina-Aiken Dawn W. Butts B.A., University of South Carolina Registrar, Admissions & Records M.A., University of South Carolina A.S., Aiken Technical College B.B.A., Brenau University
189 Faculty & Staff Sylvia M. Byrd Patsy Fields Director, Human Resources Operations and Program Support Manager, B.S., Clemson University Workforce and Business Development M.H.R.D., Clemson University A.A., Aiken Technical College B.B.A., Brenau University Charlotte Canty Cashier, Financial Support Services D. Kathryn Fowler A.S., Aiken Technical College Student Services Manager B.A., Harding College Bruce Capers M.Ed., University of Nebraska Director of Student Life/ Men’s Basketball Coach Rometta Fowler B.S., Berry College Accounts Receivable, M.Ed., Valdosta State University Financial Support Services A.S., Greenville Technical College Amanda B. Chittum Director of Financial Aid Athena Freeman B.B.A., Georgia Southern University Curriculum Coordinator M.Ed., Troy University Workforce and Business Development B.S., South Carolina State University Teresa Cobos M. Ed., American InterContinental University Assistant Director, Human Resources B.S., St. John’s University T’Rone Gibson A.A.S., Nassau Community College Information Resource Coordinator, Administrative Services Mary K. Commons A.S., Aiken Technical College Director, Resource Development Office Harriet Glover Katrina Cooks Administrative Specialist, Library Technical Assistant Admissions and Records Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence B.A., Paine College Michelle Hall-Moore M.S.M., Southern Wesleyan University Office Manager, Administrative Services A.S., Aiken Technical College Standly Dicks B.S., Voorhees College Supply Specialist, Shipping and Receiving A.S., Aiken Technical College Katie Hallman Administrative Specialist, Janet Dinkins Resource Development Office Lead Program Support Specialist, Workforce and Business Development Phillip Hare Account Manager, Mike Duncan Workforce and Business Development Campus Engineer B.M., Furman University Administrative Services/Maintenance M.C.M., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Department A.S., Aiken Technical College Janis Hoffman Grant Accounting/Operations Accounting Beth Etheridge B.S., USC-Aiken Account Manager, M.B.A., Auburn University Workforce and Business Development B.S.H.E., University of North Carolina-Greensboro Kimberly Holdren Health Sciences Advisor Lauren Faulk B.A., Southern Wesleyan University Operations Manager, Administrative Services/ M.Ed., Troy University Information Systems Management B.S., Virginia Tech B.S., Augusta State University
190 Faculty & Staff Debbie Hubbard Susanne Mead Director, Aiken County Education Program Manager, and Business Alliance (ACEBA) Workforce and Business Development B.A., University of South Carolina B.A., Danbury State College M.Ed., University of South Carolina Shirley T. Milhouse Melanie Johnson Administrative Specialist, Program Support Specialist, General Education Division Workforce and Business Development A.A., Aiken Technical College Rachel Miller Administrative Specialist, Nickolas Kelch Office of the Dean, Recruiter, Admissions and Records Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence B.A., University of South Carolina-Aiken B.S., Southern Wesleyan University M.A., University of Phoenix Deborah Key Veterans Affairs Coordinator Charles Mundy A.S., Aiken Technical College Groundskeeper, Administrative Services/ A.A., Aiken Technical College Maintenance Department
Erica D. Key Nina J. Nidiffer Student Services Program Coordinator I, Public Information Specialist Financial Aid B.A., University of South Carolina-Aiken B.S., Voorhees College M.Ed., Lesley University Veronica O’Berry Applications Analyst I, Paula Layfield Information Systems Management Administrative Specialist, B.S., Limestone College One Stop Career Center A.S., Aiken Technical College Kate O’Hara-Goergen Media Resource Consultant, Christine Lindale Workforce and Business Development Applications Analyst I, B.A., University of South Carolina-Aiken Information Systems Management A.S., Aiken Technical College Tiffany Palmer Career Services Coordinator, Lisa Mangione One-Stop Career Center Director, Financial Support Services B.A., Winthrop University A.A., Brookdale Community College B.S., Georgian Court College Robin Perrett-Ashby M.B.A., Augusta State University Administrative Specialist Certified Government Finance Officer Office of the Academic Affairs A.S., San Jose City College Toni Marshall B.S., Southern Wesleyan University Procurement Manager K. Michelle Price Edward Matthews Director, Academic Success Center Custodian Supervisor, Administrative Services/ B.A., Clemson University Maintenance Department M.A., Clemson University
Kevin McCarthy Evelyn Pride-Patterson Trades Specialist, Director of Student Development Services Administrative Services/Maintenance B.A., University of South Carolina-Aiken A.S., Aiken Technical College M.A., University of South Carolina
Norma McCarthy Harry Rachels Administrative Assistant, Office of the President Trades Specialist, B.S., Limestone College Administrative Services/Maintenance Diploma, Industrial Mechanics, Aiken Technical College 191 Faculty & Staff Camille Roberge-Myers Nelle Tyler Statistical and Research Analyst, Media Specialist, Planning and Research Library and Learning Resources Center A.A./A.S., Aiken Technical College A.B., Aiken Technical College B.S., Brenau University Shirley Von Beck Sherry Royal Program Manager, Associate Director of Financial Aid Workforce and Business Development B.S., Columbia College B.S. Ed., Shippensburg State College M.Ed., University of South Carolina Steve Simmons Director of Sales, Selisa Walker Workforce and Business Development Health Sciences Advisor B.A., University of South Carolina A.S., Augusta Technical College M.B.A., Brenau University B.S., Medical University of South Carolina
A. Tom Slizewski Andrew Walton Director of Marketing and Public Relations Account Manager B.A., Colorado State University Workforce and Business Development B.S., University of South Carolina-Aiken Joel Smith Program Support Specialist, Richard M. Weldon Workforce and Business Development Counseling Services, Coordinator A.S., Gaston College B.A., The Citadel B.S., Bellevue University M.S.W., Washington University M. Divinity, Covenant Theological Seminary Barbara Stafford Assistant Director of Financial Aid Richard Wells B.A., Antioch University Director of Planning and Research M.A., Antioch University B.S., Baptist College of Charleston M.A., Webster College Dennis Steedley Application Analyst, Administrative Services/ Steve White Information Systems Management Operations Manager for Procurement and A.S., Aiken Technical College Auxiliary Services A.S., Aiken Technical College Aaron Thomason, B.S., Limestone College Administrative Specialist, Textbook Buyer M.B.A., Brenau University
Helen Thomas-Pope Lynda Woodward Bookstore Manager Information Resource Coordinator, B.S., University of Southern Mississippi Administrative Services/Information Systems Management Ray Timmons A.S., Aiken Technical College Director of Information Systems Management B.S., University of South Carolina Parri Wright M.S., University of North Carolina-Greensboro Library Specialist Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence Don True A.S., Aiken Technical College Director, Financial Accounting and Analysis B.S., Limestone University B.A., University of Alabama-Birmingham Certified Public Accountant Gary Yates Account Manager Dan Turner Workforce and Business Development Administrative Assistant, Nursing B.S., Western Carolina University Certificate, Aiken Technical College
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193 Index: AA-Associate A Air Conditioning/Refrigeration (Programs of Study)...... 94 AA/AS Transfer Degrees...... 62-65 Alcohol and Drug Abuse (Programs Academic Affairs...... 38 of Study)...... 134 Academic Calendar...... 6 Allied Health (Course Descriptions)...110-111 Academic Dismissal...... 46 Allied Health Admissions...... 14 Academic Grievance Procedure (Student American Management Association Handbook)...... 209 Courses...... 179 Academic Policies ...... 37-47 Appeals Process (Financial Aid)...... 30 Academic Probation ...... 45 APPENDIX A...... 22-23 Academic Success Center...... 54 Application for Benefits (Veterans Academic Success Center (Student Assistance)...... 34 Handbook)...... 209 Art (Course Descriptions)...... 111 Academic Support Services...... 55-56 Associate in Arts...... 62 Academic Suspension ...... 46 Associate in Business: Major in Office Academic Warning...... 45 Systems Technology, Concentration in Acceptable Mitigating Circumstances for Administration...... 97 Appealing Academic Suspension ...... 47 Associate in Business: Major in Office Access for Students with Disabilities Systems Technology, Concentration in (Student Handbook) ...... 216 Medical...... 97 Accounting (Course Descriptions)...... 109-110 Associate in Business Technology: Major in Accounting...... 66 Accounting (Programs of Study)...... 66 Associate in Business Technology: Major in Accreditation...... 2 Management...... 67 Achieve Global Courses...... 179 Associate in Business Technology: Major in Admission Policies...... 12 Marketing...... 69 Admission Policies and Procedures...... 12-23 Associate in Computer Technology: Major in Admission Procedures...... 12 Computer Technology - Emphasis in Networking...... 72 Admissions and Enrollment...... 11-36 Associate in Computer Technology: Major in Admissions and Records Office Computer Technology - Emphasis in Services...... 50 Programming...... 73 Advanced Placement and CLEP...... 38 Associate in Computer Technology: Major in Advanced Standing...... 38 Computer Technology - Emphasis in Advisement ...... 41 Web Development...... 74 Advisors (Student Handbook)...... 209 Associate in Engineering Technology: Major Aiken Technical College...... 1-10 in Electronics Engineering Technology - Emphasis in Computer Electronics...... 77 Air Conditioning/Refrigeration (Course Descriptions)...... 110 Associate in Engineering Technology: Major in Electronics Engineering Technology - Emphasis in Electronics...... 78
194 Index: Associate-Certificate Associate in Health Science: Major in Awards (Student Handbook)...... 213 Nursing...... 80 Associate in Health Science: Major in Radiologic Technology...... 82 B Associate in Industrial Technology: Major Basketball...... 54 in Industrial Maintenance Technology..... 90 Biology (Course Descriptions)...... 113-114 Associate in Occupational Technology: Blended Learning/Oper. Train...... 180-181 Major in General Technology...... 91 Bookstore...... 56 Associate in Occupational Technology: Bookstore (Student Handbook)...... 209 Major in General Technology - Emphasis in Automotive Technology...... 91 Bulletin Boards/Monitors (Student Handbook)...... 209 Associate in Occupational Technology: Major in General Technology - Emphasis Business (Course Descriptions)...... 114-115 in Engineering Graphics Technology...... 93 Business (Programs of Study)...... 66 Associate in Occupational Technology: Business and Industry Courses (Workforce Major in General Technology - Emphasis and Business Development)...... 155-184 in Multimedia and Marketing...... 75 Associate in Occupational Technology: Major in General Technology - Emphasis C in Paralegal Studies...... 100 Calculation of the Grade Point Average Associate in Public Service: Major in (Student Handbook)...... 209 Criminal Justice Technology...... 101 Calendar, Academic...... 6 Associate in Public Service: Major in Early Campus Maps...... 241-255 Care and Education...... 102 Campus Security and Student Right Associate in Public Service: Major in to Know...... 56 Human Services...... 105 Canvassing/Fund Raising on Campus Associate in Science...... 63 (Student Handbook)...... 217 ATC Knights...... 54 Career and Placement Services...... 51 ATC Transcripts...... 50 Career Development Students...... 14 Attendance Policy (Student Handbook).... 209 Career Information (Student Handbook)... 210 Attendance Policy (Workforce and Business Career Services...... 51 Development)...... 156 Catalog Rights...... 2 Attendance Requirements for Satisfactory Certificate: Advanced Air Conditioning Progress...... 41 Refrigeration...... 94 Auditing Courses...... 41 Certificate: Advanced Automated Office (Programs of Study)...... 97 Electronics...... 79 Automotive Technology (Course Certificate: Advanced Multimedia...... 76 Descriptions) ...... 111-113 Certificate: Advanced Pipe Welding and Automotive Technology (Programs of Inspection...... 96 Study)...... 91
195 Index: Certificate-Clubs Certificate: Alcohol and Drug Abuse...... 106 Certificate: Management Information Certificate: Automotive Drive Train...... 92 Systems...... 68 Certificate: Automotive Engine Performance Certificate: Marketing Specialist...... 71 and Repair...... 92 Certificate: Medical Assistant...... 86 Certificate: Automotive Heating and Air Certificate: Medical Coding...... 86 Conditioning...... 92 Certificate: Paralegal...... 100 Certificate: Automotive Shop Certificate: Pre-Allied Health...... 80 Management...... 93 Certificate: Pre-Dental Hygiene...... 84 Certificate: Basic Air Conditioning/ Refrigeration...... 94 Certificate: Pre-Pharmacy Technician...... 87 Certificate: Basic Business...... 68 Certificate: Pre-Physical Therapist Assistant...... 88 Certificate: Basic Electronics...... 79 Certificate: Small Business Certificate: Basic Multimedia...... 76 Management...... 69 Certificate: Basic Welding Level I...... 95 Certificate: Social Services Assistant...... 106 Certificate: Brakes, Steering, and Certificate: Structural and Pipe Welding.... 96 Suspension...... 93 Certificate: Web Page Design...... 75 Certificate: Business Administrative Support...... 68 Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)...... 165 Certificate: Childcare Management...... 104 Change of Majors/Program Changes (Financial Aid)...... 30 Certificate: Computer Applications...... 76 Change of Program (Student Certificate: Computer Aided Design Handbook)...... 210 (CAD)...... 94 Changing Schedules...... 42 Certificate: Computer Electronics...... 77 Chemical and Manufacturing Certifications Certificate: Computer Game Design...... 73 (Workforce and Business Certificate: Computer Networking...... 72 Development)...... 180 Certificate: Computerized Numerical Chemistry (Course Descriptions)...... 116 Control...... 94 Chief Transfer Officer...... 16 Certificate: Criminal Justice...... 102 Childcare Training System, S.C. (Workforce Certificate: Desktop Publishing...... 98 and Business Development)...... 169 Certificate: Early Childhood Children on Campus (Student Development...... 104 Handbook)...... 210 Certificate: Electrical/Maintenance...... 90 Class Interruptions (Student Handbook)... 210 Certificate: E-Marketing...... 70 Class Rings (Student Handbook)...... 210 Certificate: General Accounting...... 66 CLEP...... 38 Certificate: Gerontology...... 106 Closing of the College (Student Handbook)...... 210 Certificate: Infant/Toddler...... 105 Clubs and Organizations (Student Certificate: Internet Programming...... 74 Handbook)...... 210 Certificate: Machine Tool...... 95
196 Index: College-Dress College Skills (Course Descriptions)...... 116 Course Substitutions (Student Command Spanish...... 179 Handbook)...... 212 Completion Rate (Financial Aid)...... 30 Courses Approved for Transfer...... 16 Computer Applications (Programs of CPR Certification for Business and Study)...... 76 Industry...... 158 Computer Electronics (Programs of CPR for Health Care Providers...... 158 Study)...... 77 Criminal Justice (Course Computer Introductory Courses (Workforce Descriptions)...... 120-121 and Business Development)...... 174 Criminal Justice (Programs Computer Technology (Course of Study)...... 101 Descriptions)...... 116-120 Computer Technology (Programs of Study)...... 72 D Dean’s List/Honors (Student Handbook).. 213 Computer Training Courses (Workforce and Business Development)...... 174 Defensive Driving...... 172 Computer Use...... 55 Degree, Major, and Emphasis or Concentration...... 38 Computer Use (Student Handbook)...... 211 Dental Assisting (Course Confidentiality of Records...... 50 Descriptions)...... 121-122 Constable Training, Basic...... 170 Dental Assisting/Pre-Dental Hygiene Construction Courses...... 170 (Programs of Study)...... 83-84 Consumer Information (Student Dental Office Receptionist Online...... 163 Handbook)...... 212 Desktop Publishing (Programs of Study)....98 Continuing Education Fees (Tuition and Development Dimensions International Fees)...... 26 (Workforce and Business Continuing Education Programs...... 155-184 Development)...... 180 Continuing Education Units...... 157 Developmental Course Work (Financial Cooperative Education Programs (Student Aid)...... 30 Handbook)...... 212 Diploma in Automated Office...... 97 Cooperative Work Experience (Course Diploma in Health Science: Major in Descriptions)...... 121 Expanded Duty Dental Assisting...... 83 Copy Machines (Student Handbook)...... 212 Diploma in Health Science: Major in Core Educational Outcomes...... 38 Surgical Technology...... 85 Counseling Services...... 51 Diploma in Public Service, Major in Early Childhood Development...... 103 Course Descriptions...... 107-154 Directory Information...... 52 Course Exemptions...... 42 Distance Learning...... 56-57 Course Exemptions (Student Handbook).. 212 Distance Learning Services (Student Course Lists...... 108-109 Handbook)...... 230-233 Dress Code (Student Handbook)...... 212
197 Index: Driver-Grade Driver Education...... 172 F Drug and Alcohol Policy (Student Faculty...... 186-189 Handbook)...... 212 Faculty and Staff...... 186-192 Drug Free Campus Policy...... 57 Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)...... 26 E Federal Pell Grant...... 31 Federal Supplemental Educational Early Alert...... 42 Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)...... 31 Early Care and Education (Programs Federal Work Study Program (FWSP)...... 33 of Study)...... 102 Fees and Tuition...... 24-26 Early Childhood Development (Course Descriptions)...... 123-125 Fees (Student Handbook)...... 213 Early Childhood Development (Programs Financial Aid...... 27-36 of Study)...... 103-104 Financial Aid Application Priority Dates.... 27 Economics (Course Descriptions)...... 125-126 Financial Aid Standards of Progress...... 29 Education to Go Online Courses Fire Drills (Student Handbook)...... 213 (Workforce and Business Food Services (Student Handbook)...... 213 Development)...... 176-177 Fresh Start Policy...... 46 Electrical/Maintenance (Programs of Study)...... 90 Fund Raising on Campus (Student Handbook)...... 217 Electrocardiograph Technician...... 167 Electronics Engineering Technology (Course Descriptions)...... 127-128 G Electronics (Programs of Study)...... 78-79 General Educational Development Test Eligibility for Aid (Financial Aid)...... 28 (GED)...... 57 Emergency Medical Technician – Basic... 158 General Information (Student Handbook)...... 209-219 Employment (Financial Aid)...... 33 General Information (Student Life and Engineering Graphics Technology Resources)...... 58 (Course Descriptions)...... 129-130 General Information (Workforce and Engineering Technology (Course Business Development)...... 156-157 Descriptions)...... 128-129 General Studies Certificate...... 64 Engineering Technology (Programs of Study)...... 77-79 General Technology (Programs of Study).. 91 English (Course Descriptions)...... 130-131 Geography (Course Descriptions)...... 132 English Fluency Requirements...... 57 Gerontology Certificate...... 106 English Fluency Requirements (Student Grade Change...... 44 Handbook)...... 213 Grade Change/Correction (Student Enrollment Certification...... 50 Handbook)...... 213 Executive Staff...... 186 Grade Point Average (GPA)...... 42
198 Index: Grade-Leadership Grade Point Average, Calculation (Student Industrial and Technical Courses (Workforce Handbook)...... 209 and Business Development)...... 181-183 Grade Point Average, Financial Aid...... 30 Industrial Electricity/Electronics (Course Grades...... 42 Descriptions)...... 126 Grading Procedures for Veterans (Financial Industrial Maintenance Technology (Course Aid)...... 35 Descriptions)...... 135-136 Graduation (Academic Policies)...... 44 Industrial Maintenance (Programs of Study)...... 90 Graduation (Student Services)...... 50 Industrial/Occupational Technology Graduation Requirements...... 44 (Programs of Study)...... 90-96 Grants (Financial Aid)...... 31 Infant/Toddler (Programs of Study)...... 105 Gregg-Graniteville Student Activities Information Sciences Technology Center...... 53 (Course Descriptions)...... 136 In-State Tuition...... 25 H Interdisciplinary Studies (Course Health (Programs of Study)...... 80-89 Descriptions)...... 135 Health Care Occupations (Workforce and Interdisciplinary Studies (Programs Business Development)...... 158-169 of Study)...... 65 Health Information (Course Institutional Credit by Exam...... 39 Descriptions)...... 132-133 Institutional Employment Health Science (Programs of Study)...... 82 (Financial Aid)...... 33 Health Services and First Aid...... 57 Institutional Scholarships...... 32 Health Services and First Aid (Student International Students...... 14 Handbook)...... 213 Intramurals...... 53 History (Course Descriptions)...... 133 History of Aiken Technical College...... 8-9 J Honors/Dean’s List (Student Handbook).. 213 Job Placement...... 51 Hospital Unit Clerk...... 166 Journalism (Course Descriptions)...... 136 How to Apply for Student Aid...... 26-36 Human Services (Course Descriptions)...... 134-135 K Human Services (Programs of Study)...... 105 Knights...... 54 Humanities/Fine Arts Course List...... 108 L I Lady Knights...... 54 Identification Cards/ID’s (Student Leadership and Management Courses Handbook)...... 214 (Workforce and Business Development)...... 179-180
199 Index: Legal-Paralegal Legal Assistant (Course Mission (Aiken Technical College)...... 10 Descriptions)...... 137-138 Mission (Financial Aid Office)...... 26 Library Hours...... 54 Mission (Workforce and Business Library and Learning Resources Center..... 54 Development)...... 156 Library and Learning Resources Center Motorcycle Courses...... 172 (Student Handbook)...... 214 Multimedia (Programs of Study)...... 75 LIFE Scholarships...... 32 Multi-Skilled Healthcare Loans (Financial Aid)...... 34 Technician...... 164 Lost and Found (Student Handbook)...... 214 Music (Course Descriptions)...... 142 LPN Refresher...... 168 N M Name/Address Changes...... 50 Machine Tool Technology (Course Networking (Programs of Study)...... 72 Descriptions)...... 141-142 Non-acceptable Circumstances for Management (Course Descriptions)....140-141 Appealing Academic Suspension...... 47 Management (Programs of Study)...... 67 Non-refundable Fees...... 24 Manufacturing and Chemical Certification Nursing (Course Description)...... 143-144 Courses (Workforce and Business Nursing (Programs of Study)...... 80 Development)...... 181 Maps, Campus...... 241-255 Marketing (Course Descriptions)...... 140 O Marketing (Programs of Study)...... 69 Office Systems Technology (Course Descriptions)...... 144-145 Massage Therapy and Bodywork...... 160 Office Systems Technology (Programs of Mathematics (Course Descriptions)... 138-139 Study)...... 97-99 Maximum Time Frame (Financial Aid)...... 29 Officer Training...... 170 Media...... 55 One Stop Career Center (Student Medical Assistant (Programs of Study)...... 86 Handbook)...... 214 Medical Assisting (Course One Stop Career Center...... 51 Descriptions)...... 139-140 Online Courses (Student Handbook)...... 231 Medical Billing and Coding (Workforce Ophthalmic Assistant...... 160 and Business Development...... 161 Orientation...... 52 Medical Coding (Programs of Study)...... 86 Out-of-State Tuition...... 25 Medical Office (Programs of Study)...... 98 Microsoft Office Specialist...... 176 Microsoft Office XP Courses (Workforce P and Business Development)...... 174 Paralegal (Course Descriptions)...... 137 Military Training Credit...... 40 Paralegal (Programs of Study)...... 100
200 Index: Parking-Scholarships Parking (Workforce and Business R Development)...... 156 Radiologic Technology (Course Parking Regulations (Student Descriptions)...... 147-149 Handbook)...... 215 Radiologic Technology (Programs Personal Check Policy (Student of Study)...... 82 Handbook)...... 215 Reading (Course Descriptions)...... 149 Pets (Student Handbook)...... 216 Readmission/Readmitted Students...... 15 Philosophy (Course Descriptions)...... 145 Real Estate...... 171 Phlebotomy Technician...... 166 Record Change (Student Handbook)...... 216 Physical Access to Buildings for Students with Disabilities (Student Handbook)... 216 Refund Policies (Workforce and Business Development)...... 156 Physical/Occupational Therapy Basic (Workforce and Business Refund Policy...... 24 Development)...... 165 Refunds Due to Academic Suspension...... 26 Physical Therapist (Programs of Study)..... 88 Registration and Advisement (Student Physics (Course Descriptions)...... 146 Handbook)...... 216 Pipe Welding and Inspection (Programs Registration and Enrollment (Workforce of Study)...... 96 and Business Development)...... 156 Placement Services...... 52 Registration for Classes...... 13 Placement Tests...... 13 Registration Receipt Form (Student Handbook)...... 216 Political Science (Course Descriptions).... 146 Regulatory Training...... 182-183 Pre-Pharmacy Technician (Programs of Study)...... 87 Release of Student Information...... 50 Pre-Physical Therapist Assistant Religion (Course Descriptions)...... 150 (Programs of Study)...... 88 Repeating Courses...... 45 Principles of Financial Aid...... 27 Repeating Courses (Student Handbook)... 216 Professional Skills Credentials...... 170-173 Resident Status...... 14 Program Admission Requirements...... 13 Return of Financial Aid...... 36 Program Awards...... 45 RN Refresher...... 168-169 Program Listings...... 60-61 Programming (Programs of Study)...... 73 S Programs and Courses (Workforce and Safety and Security (Student Handbook).. 216 Business Development)...... 157 Satisfactory Academic Progress Programs of Study...... 59-106 (Academic Policies)...... 45 Psychology (Course Descriptions)..... 146-147 Satisfactory Academic Progress Public Service (Programs of Study)...... 100 (Financial Aid)...... 29 Public Speaking (Course Descriptions).... 151 Scholarships (Financial Aid)...... 32 Scholarships (Student Handbook)...... 216
201 Index: S.C. Tuition-Title IV S.C. Tuition...... 25 Student Handbook...... 205-256 Senior Citizens...... 15 Student Insurance...... 57 Services for Distance Learning Students Student Life and Resources...... 48-58 (Student Handbook)...... 230-233 Student Organizations...... 54 Single Parent/Displaced Homemaker Student Parking...... 58 Funds...... 34 Student Records (Student Handbook)...... 217 Smoking Policy (Student Handbook)...... 217 Student Refund Policy...... 24 Social/Behavioral Sciences Course List... 108 Student Refund Policy for Military Social Services (Programs of Study)...... 106 Activation...... 26 Society of Human Resource Management Student Services...... 48-58 Courses...... 180 Student Services (Student Handbook)...... 217 Sociology (Course Descriptions)...... 150 Surgical Technology (Course Softball...... 54 Descriptions)...... 151-152 Solicitation/Canvassing and Fund Raising Surgical Technology (Programs of Study).. 85 on Campus (Student Handbook)...... 217 Surveying (Course Descriptions)...... 115 South Carolina Lottery Tuition Assistance Program (SC-LTAP)...... 31 Survival Tips (Student Handbook).... 234-236 South Carolina Need-Based Grant...... 31 Suspension/Expulsion for Disciplinary Reasons (Student Handbook)...... 218 Spanish (Course Descriptions)...... 150-151 Suspension (Financial Aid)...... 30 Special Admission Categories...... 14 Special Student Services...... 53 Sports Fitness Technology (Course T Descriptions)...... 150 Table of Contents (Catalog)...... 3-5 Staff...... 189-192 Table of Contents (Student Standard for Awarding Credit by Handbook)...... 206-207 Examination (CLEP)...... 39 Tech Prep Articulation...... 40 Standards of Progress...... 45 Technical College Courses Transferable to State Legislative Incentive for Future Public Senior Institutions...... 22-23 Excellence (LIFE) Scholarship...... 32 Technical Scholars...... 34 Statement of Good Practice Telephone Calls (Student Life and (Financial Aid)...... 26 Resources)...... 58 Statewide Agreement on Transfer and Telephone Directory...... 58 Articulation...... 17 Telephones/Telephone Calls/Class Structural and Pipe Welding (Programs Interruptions (Student Handbook)...... 218 of Study)...... 96 Test Center (Academic Support Services).. 55 Student Activities...... 53 Test Center (Workforce and Business Student Code (Student Handbook).... 220-230 Development)...... 178 Student Conduct...... 57 Theatre (Course Descriptions)...... 152 Student Government...... 53 Title IV Student Aid...... 25
202 Index: Tobacco-Workforce Tobacco Products...... 58 W Transcripts, ATC...... 50 WebAdvisor...... 219 Transcripts (Student Handbook)...... 218 Web Development (Programs Transfer Credit...... 15 of Study)...... 74 Transfer Credit Limitation...... 16 Welcome to Aiken Technical College...... 7 Transfer Policies...... 16 Welding (Programs of Study)...... 95-96 Transfer Students...... 15 Welding (Course Descriptions)...... 152-153 Transfer to Other Colleges...... 47 Where to Ask for Information (Student Transient Students...... 16 Handbook)...... 208 Transportation (Student Handbook)...... 218 Withdrawal and Add/Drop (Student Handbook)...... 219 Transportation Courses (Workforce and Business Development)...... 172 Withdrawal/Termination and its Effect on Satisfactory Progress...... 47 Tuition, Aiken County...... 25 Withdrawals and Return of Title IV Tuition, In-State...... 25 Funds (Financial Aid)...... 36 Tuition, Out-of-State...... 25 Withdrawals (Financial Aid)...... 29 Tuition and Fees...... 24-26 WorkKeys...... 157 Tuition and Fees (Workforce and Business WorkKeys Key Train...... 180 Development)...... 156 Workforce and Business Tutoring Services...... 56 Development...... 155-184 Tutoring Services (Student Handbook).... 218 Workforce Investment Act (WIA)...... 34 Types of Financial Aid...... 30-34
V Varsity Athletics...... 54 Verification of Grades/GPA...... 50 Veterans Administration Benefits (Tuition and Fees)...... 26 Veterans Affairs (Student Handbook)...... 218 Veterans Assistance (Financial Aid)...... 34 Veterinary Assistant...... 169 Vision, Mission, Values and Purpose...... 10 Visitors...... 58 Vocational Rehabilitation (Financial Aid)... 34
203 204 Student Handbook
Everything You Need to Know to Thrive @ ATC
205 Table of Contents Where Can I Ask About? ...... 208
Part I: General Information...... 209-219 Academic Grievance Procedure...... 209 Academic Behavioral Misconduct...... 209 Academic Success Center...... 209 Advisors...... 209 Attendance Policy...... 209 Awards...... 209 Bookstore...... 209 Bulletin Boards...... 209 Calculation of the Grade Point Average (GPA)...... 209 Career Information...... 210 Change of Program...... 210 Children on Campus...... 210 Class Interruptions...... 210 Class Rings...... 210 Closing of the College...... 210 Clubs and Organizations...... 210 Complaints...... 211 Computer Use on Campus...... 211 Conduct...... 211 Consumer Information...... 212 Cooperative Education Programs...... 212 Copy Machines...... 212 Counseling...... 212 Course Exemptions...... 212 Course Substitutions...... 212 Dress Code...... 212 Drug and Alcohol Policy...... 212 Electronic Devices in Classrooms...... 212 English Fluency Requirements...... 213 Fees...... 213 Fire Drills...... 213 Food Services...... 213 Grade Change/Correction...... 213 Health Services and First Aid...... 213 Honors/Dean’s List...... 213 Identification Cards (ID’s)...... 214
206 Table of Contents Library/Learning Resources Center...... 214 Lost and Found...... 214 One Stop Career Center...... 214 Parking Regulations...... 215 Personal Check Policy...... 215 Pets...... 216 Physical Access to Buildings for Students with Disabilities...... 216 Record Change...... 216 Registration and Advisement...... 216 Registration Receipt Form...... 216 Repeating Courses...... 216 Safety and Security...... 216 Scholarships...... 216 Smoking Policy...... 217 Solicitation/Canvassing and Fund Raising on Campus...... 217 Student Records...... 217 Student Responsibilities...... 217 Student Services...... 217 Suspension/Expulsion for Disciplinary Reasons...... 218 Student Suggestion Boxes...... 218 Telephones/Telephone Calls/Class Interruptions...... 218 Transcripts...... 218 Transportation...... 218 Tutoring Services...... 218 Veterans Affairs...... 218 Web Resources for Students...... 218 WebAdvisor...... 219 Withdrawal and Add/Drop...... 219
Part II: Student Code for the South Carolina Technical College System.. 220-229
Part III: Distance Learning Services...... 230-233
Part IV: Survival Tips...... 234-236
Part V: Drug and Alcohol Policy...... 237-240
Part VI: Campus Maps...... 241-255
207 Where Can I Ask About?
Questions About: Contact Room/Extension Admissions...... Admissions & Records...... Room 112/Ext. 1247 Advisement...... Counseling Services...... Room 107/Ext. 1298 Choosing Major Program or Career..... Counseling Services...... Room 107/Ext. 1298 College Transfer...... Counseling Services...... Room 107/Ext. 1298 Complaints (against faculty/students).. Vice President Student Services... Room 107E/Ext. 1249 Computer Job and Career Education... One Stop Career Center...... Room 109/Ext. 1283 Continuing Education...... Workforce & Business Development.. Room 714/Ext. 1230 Discrimination...... Vice President Student Services... Room 107E/Ext. 1249 Dropping Courses...... Admissions & Records...... Room 112/Ext. 1247 Emergencies...... Security...... Room 650/Ext. 1111 Financial Aid/Work Study/Scholarships... Financial Aid...... Room 107/Ext. 1248 Graduation...... Admissions & Records...... Room 112/Ext. 1247 ID Cards...... Public Safety...... Bldg. 650/Ext. 1568 International Students...... Admissions & Records...... Room 112/Ext. 1247 Job Placement...... One Stop Career Center...... Room 109/Ext. 1283 Orientation...... Counseling Services...... Room 107/Ext. 1298 Personal/Other Problems...... Counseling Services...... Room 107/Ext. 1298 Recruitment...... Admissions & Records...... Room 112/Ext. 1408 Single Parent Program...... Counseling Services...... Room 107/Ext. 1298 Special Student Services...... Counseling Services...... Room 107/Ext. 1298 Student Organizations and SGA...... Student Activities...... Room 920/Ext. 1604 Transcript of Grades...... Admissions & Records...... Room 112/Ext. 1247 Transfer Credits...... Admissions & Records...... Room 112/Ext. 1766 Veterans Affairs...... Admissions & Records...... Room 112/Ext. 1247 Withdrawal from College...... Admissions & Records...... Room 112/Ext. 1247 Workforce Investment Act...... One Stop Career Center...... Room 109/Ext. 1283
208 Part I: General Information Academic General Grievance Procedure Bookstore See Part II: Student Code on pages 228-229. The college bookstore is located in the Gregg- Flyers available in Counseling Services. Graniteville Student Activities Center. The bookstore carries all texts and materials required for the courses offered at ATC in Academic Behavioral Misconduct addition to study materials, office items, and See Part II: Student Code on pages 221-228. ATC logo items. Flyers available in Counseling Services. Bookstore Hours: Monday-Thursday...... 7:45 a.m.-6:15 p.m. Academic Success Center Friday...... 7:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. The Academic Success Center assists students by providing research and study materials in such areas as academic upgrading, research, Bulletin Boards and writing skills. For more information, see Bulletin boards, located throughout the campus, page 54 of the catalog. post college-related information daily. Students must have the written permission of the Director of Student Life to post fliers, handbills, posters, Advisors or similar materials on walls, doors, windows, Degree-seeking new and continuing students bulletin boards, or cars. Official College are assigned academic advisors who assist with announcements will be on the bulletin board course selections and other academic issues in the Ashley J. Little Administration Building throughout the students’ time at ATC. A student atrium. It is the responsibility of each student may request a change of advisor through the to stay informed of College issues. appropriate Academic Vice President. Non- degree-seeking students (Career Development) must see a counselor for registration assistance. Calculating Your Grade Point Average A list of advisors is available in the Admissions (GPA) and Records Office. Calculating the GPA. The GPA (Grade Point Average) is used in determining a student’s academic standing. Each course a student Attendance Policy completes earns a credit and a quality point value. It is the policy of ATC to encourage and support To determine the GPA based on the four-point student academic achievement and progress by system used by ATC, use the following steps. adopting an 80 percent minimum attendance 1. Write down the courses taken and the policy for all classes. grade achieved in each course. 2. Multiply the number of credit hours by the points for each grade earned to Awards determine the quality points for each class. An annual Awards Night Ceremony is held (A = 4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0) in the spring to recognize students who have 3. Total the quality points. distinguished themselves academically or by 4. Total the credit hours. their contributions to the College. Deserving 5. Divide the quality points by the number of students receive certificates and/or plaques to credit hours. commemorate their accomplishments. See also Honors/Dean's List on page 214.
209 Part I: General Information Example: Class Rings Course Credit Hours Grade = Quality Points A ring company representative visits the campus PSY 201 3 C(2) = 6 each year to accept ring orders. Flyers will be ENG 101 3 B(3) = 9 posted with the dates of the representative’s BIO 101 4 A(4) = 16 visit. Students must pay a deposit on ring HIS 202 3 D(1) = 3 ECO 210 3 F(0) = 0 orders with the balance due on delivery. Total 16 34 In this example, the student’s GPA for the semester is 2.12 (34 divided by 16). Closing of the College If weather conditions or other emergencies Cumulative GPA. The cumulative GPA repre- require the closing of ATC, the College will sents the Grade Point Average for all the credit issue appropriate announcements for both day hours the student has pursued. and evening classes over local radio and television stations, as well as on the College’s A student can calculate his or her cumulative switchboard or answering machine. GPA simply by totaling the number of courses and quality points earned in all semesters at Clubs and Organizations ATC, then dividing the total quality points w Procedures for instituting an by the total number of credits pursued. (See organization. The Director of Student Life calculation above.) For more information on will provide each prospective organization grades, see pages 42-43 of the catalog. with the procedures for organization. Upon compliance, the organization must then receive a recommendation from the Career Information Director of Student Life and approval Although counselors (Room 107) are available from the College administration. (See Part to assist students in career selection, the One- II: Student Code on pages 222-223.) Stop Career Center (Room 109) provides computerized career and job searches. Visit w Constitution. Each organization must either office for more information. have a constitution on file with the Director of Student Life which states its purpose, its rules of operation, and other Change of Program pertinent principles. An organization must A student who wishes to change programs submit any revisions of its constitution to must complete the appropriate Change of the Director of Student Life. Program form available in the Admissions and Records Office. w Policies. The policies and objectives of campus organizations must be consistent with those of the College. Children on Campus Children may not accompany their w Membership. Each organization must parents/guardians to class or be left in any area maintain a membership of registered of the campus unattended or in the care of an students on file in the office of the on-campus baby-sitter. Director of Student Life. No student may be excluded from membership in Class Interruptions any organization because of age, gender, See Telephones/Telephone Calls/Class sexual preference, color, race, religion, or Interruptions on page 218. national origin. 210 Part I: General Information w Advisor. The organization must select Use of ATC computers for unauthorized from the faculty or staff of the College an activities will result in disciplinary action. individual who agrees to assume the Students must use only ATC software in the capacity of an advisor. College’s computer labs. Copies of personal software are not permitted. See the Department w Meetings and activities. The organization Chair of Computer Technology (located in the must schedule all social/service functions Dale Phelon Information Technology Center) and meetings through the Director of for more information. Student Life, who maintains a college- wide calendar of events. In accordance with ATC Policy 2-2-111, student computer work stations are reserved w Social standards. The organization must for the express purpose of providing access adhere to all College policies and social to computer programs or the Internet and standards. are NOT to be used to store personal or course work information. Unless specific w Activity. The organization must maintain directions have been given by the instructor, an active program and fulfill its stated a student’s personal or class work files must purposes. be stored on portable media such as CD- ROM or diskettes. Unauthorized stored files, w Officers. A candidate for an office in a including those stored on a hard drive, may student organization must maintain a be deleted without prior notice. The College minimum cumulative grade point average assumes no liability for loss of unauthorized of 2.0. The advisor to the organization is stored files. For more information, see page responsible for reviewing and approving 54 of the catalog. the eligibility of each candidate. If an officer's grade point average falls below Conduct 2.0 and/or the officer is placed on Administrative withdrawal and dismissals academic probation, he or she becomes from an academic program based on Student ineligible to hold office. The advisor Code of Conduct violations are subject to the then specifies the procedures for selecting appeal process as outlined in the Student Code a replacement. These guidelines also apply of Conduct (College Catalog). to publication editors. Grades and clinical evaluations leading to an Complaints administrative withdrawal and/or dismissal Students who have a complaint regarding the from an academic program are not subject actions of a student or staff member are en- to an appeal. Students may request a review couraged to meet with a counselor and follow of their unsuccessful progress in a class by the procedure to address the issue. contacting the instructor and asking for such a review within five working days after the Computer Use on Campus grade or evaluation was received. In addition, The College operates computer labs for the student may ask the Department Chair and academic use by its students. The hours of the Associate Vice President for Academic operation vary. Affairs to review the assigned grade and/or clinical evaluation. However, the decision of the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs regarding the appropriateness of the assigned grade and/or clinical evaluation is final.
211 Part I: General Information Consumer Information a course, the student should consider taking Federal mandates require the release of certain a credit examination to exempt the course. A consumer information to our students and student may exempt a course by paying a $30 fee the public including graduation (10%) and and successfully passing a test administered by placement rates (90%), campus drug policies, the appropriate department within the College. and the frequency of crime on campus. This Any student who wishes to take an exemption information is distributed in student literature test should obtain an Exemption Exam Request and informational packets and by request. Any form from the Admissions and Records Office student who does not receive such information and contact the department head responsible or who desires further information should direct for the class he or she is seeking to exempt. a request for information to the Vice President Students may also receive credit for courses of Student Services. Access to individual student at ATC by obtaining an acceptable score on records is limited by the Privacy Act of 1974. College Level Examination Program (CLEP) (See also Student Records on page 217.) and Dantest tests. Further information on the CLEP and Dantest tests are available from Cooperative Education Programs Counseling Services or page 39 of the catalog. Aiken Technical College has a variety of different programs that allow students to Course Substitutions gain work experience while continuing their A student who wishes to fulfill program education. One example is the Technical requirements by receiving credit for course(s) Scholars Initiative, which is open to students other than those listed in the student’s program in certain technical programs. Students attend curriculum must receive the written approval ATC full-time and work part-time, and the of the appropriate Academic Vice President participating companies pay tuition and book using the Course Substitution form available in costs. Program-specific work experience and the Admissions and Records Office. internship opportunities are also available. Additionally, School-to-Work opportunities Dress Code are available on a periodic basis. Interested Appropriate attire is left to the discretion of students should contact the Director of Career the individual. All students must wear shirts Services at ext. 1293. and have on shoes that cover the length of the bottom of the foot. Any student who wears Copy Machines any attire which causes a disruption of normal Copy machines are available for student use in college functions may be asked to leave campus the Library/Learning Resources Center, One until he or she obtains appropriate attire. Stop Career Center and the campus bookstore. There is a fee for using the copy machines. Drug and Alcohol Policy ATC has zero tolerance for illegal drugs and Counseling alcohol on campus. As a state property, the Counseling Services are provided to students College is under the jurisdiction of the Aiken to assist them with their career, academics and County Sheriff’s Office. The College will not personal questions. See Student Services on hesitate to prosecute. See also Part V: Drug page 217 and/or Distance Learning Services and Alcohol Policy on pages 237-240. on page 232. Electronic Devices in Classrooms Course Exemptions Aiken Technical College recognizes the If a student feels he or she has sufficient importance of providing the best learning knowledge in a subject area and wishes to bypass environment for its students. To eliminate
212 Part I: General Information classroom disruptions and protect the 1. Calmly leave the building single file by integrity of classroom testing, electronic the nearest exit. devices (such as cellular phones and pagers) 2. Move to the right in the hallways. are not permitted in classrooms at Aiken 3. Walk. Do not run or shove when exiting. Technical College. If a student must carry 4. Do not return to the building until directed these devices (due to work requirement or for to do so by a College official. personal/family considerations) they must be maintained in “silent” mode. Food Services Vending machines are available in the cafeteria, On-call emergency personnel who must located in the Gregg-Graniteville Student maintain these devices in “active” mode in Activities Center. Vending machines are also the interest of public safety must notify the available in the 500, 700-800, 900 and 1800 instructor of their need for an exception to Buildings. this procedure at the beginning of classes for the term. Faculty may request documentation Grade Change/Correction from these students verifying employment. Any student who believes that an error has been made in the assignment of a grade should Students may not leave a test, communicate contact the faculty member involved as soon with these devices and return to complete as he or she has checked his or her grades via the test. Students who, by necessity, must WebAdvisor. Failure to act within 5 working take such messages will be required to make days of the next semester disqualifies the student arrangements for re-testing. from further consideration of a grade change.
English Fluency Requirements Review of Student Grades (Appeals) ATC maintains procedures to ensure that all The assignment of grades should be based on permanent/adjunct faculty possess adequate information provided in the course syllabus. proficiency in both written and spoken English. Therefore grades are given at the discretion The College will respond appropriately to of the faculty member and course grades are student concerns regarding an instructor’s not subject to an appeal through the Vice English fluency. The student should address any President of Student Services. Students must concerns about English fluency requirements seek a review of their assigned grade through to a counselor in Counseling Services. the faculty member, department chair, dean, and Vice President of Academic Affairs. Fees Tuition and fee schedules are posted on the Health Services and First Aid ATC website, flyers, bulletin boards throughout Because all ATC students commute, the the campus and in ATC publications available College does not provide health services other in the Admissions and Records Office. The than basic first aid. The College will, however, Cashier’s Office handles the payment of fees. assist a student who becomes ill while attending ATC by securing transportation to his or her Fire Drills home, to a doctor, or to a hospital depending The College periodically conducts fire drills on the nature of the illness. (See also Safety without advance notice. Fire alarm boxes are and Security on page 216.) strategically located throughout campus. A fire alarm is a continuous long buzzer sound. When Honors/Dean’s List students hear the fire alarm, they should: A student who achieves a cumulative 4.00 grade point average qualifies to graduate “With Highest
213 Part I: General Information Honors.” A student who achieves a cumulative are several databases and Internet-connected 3.75-3.99 grade point average qualifies to computers available throughout the facility. graduate “With High Honors.” A student who The Library also maintains a copy machine achieves a cumulative 3.50-3.74 grade point which students may use for a small fee. average qualifies to graduate “With Honors.” The Media Department maintains tapes Both full- and part-time students who are in and other materials to supplement in-class college credit degree, diploma or certificate instruction. Students may use videotapes programs and who meet specified criteria are placed on reserve by instructors or other eligible for the Dean’s List. available tapes with the instructor’s written consent. Videos are for in-library use only. A student must meet the following criteria; A viewing room is available to students on 1. Complete a minimum of 9 semester hours a reserve basis. The viewing room may also for credit courses; be reserved for small gatherings such as 2. Achieve a minimum 3.50 grade point committee meetings. average. Library Hours: A student who receives a final grade of “I,” Monday-Thursday...... 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. “F,” or “W” in the semester is not eligible for Friday...... 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. the Dean’s List. Saturday...... 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. The Library is closed Sundays and holidays, Identification Cards (IDs) as well as Saturdays during the summer. The College issues or validates Student Identification Cards (IDs) each semester during Lost and Found registration at the Security Office (Building Students who have lost or found items should 650). Students must present proof of payment contact the Admissions and Records Office in of fees to receive an ID. Students use their IDs the Ashley J. Little Administration Building. to check out library materials and recreational All items in the Lost and Found are held for equipment, to vote in student elections, to one semester. After one semester, unclaimed attend college activities cost-free or at reduced items are disposed of in the most useful and prices, to obtain parking decals and to obtain efficient manner. discounts at certain local businesses. Students must present their IDs at the request of faculty, One Stop Career Center staff, or security. There is a $10 fee to replace The One Stop Career Center is located in the a lost or stolen ID. The College does not sell Ashley J. Little Administration Building and or release ID pictures to any outside business provides several types of services. It provides or agency. core services such as job vacancy listings, job placement assistance and career counseling. Library and Learning Resources Center The Center also provides intensive services The Learning Resources Center (LRC) in the such as workshops on job readiness, resume Dale Phelon Information Technology Center preparations, job leads, job applications, includes the Library and the Media Department. interviewing skills, and many more topics. To use library materials and to use the library at USC Aiken, a student’s ID must indicate that he or she is currently enrolled and have a library bar code. The student’s ID must be updated by the Library every semester. There
214 Part I: General Information Parking Regulations w The initial appeal of any violation should w Any vehicle parked on campus must be made at the ATC Security Office. have a current parking decal. Decals (Building 650). should be placed on the inside of the glass in the lower corner on the driver’s side. w Any student with outstanding parking fines will not be allowed to register or to receive w Students may obtain parking permits grades or transcripts. from ATC Security (Building 650). A current student ID card and valid vehicle w Parking citations will be issued for the registration must be presented to receive a following: parking decal. n Parking on the grass $10 n Parking in red/yellow zones $10 w Students are responsible for the parking n Blocking sidewalk or driveway $10 permits issued to them. n Student parking in faculty/staff space $5 n Student parking in visitor/reserved $5 w Any student using a handicapped space parking space for any reason must have a n No parking decal displayed $10 valid handicapped permit issued by the n Unlawful parking in handicapped $30 state in which they reside in addition to an space ATC decal. n Other (as indicated) $5 Parking fines double after five working days. w Speed limits are posted throughout the campus and must be observed. w A vehicle may be towed and stored at the owner’s risk and expense if: w A student using a borrowed or rented n The vehicle is parked in a fire lane. vehicle must obtain a temporary student n The vehicle is left unattended for 72 parking permit from the ATC Security hours without approval from the Public Office (Building 650). This temporary Safety Office. permit is valid only for a specified period n The vehicle is left illegally parked after of time. the owner has received three or more tickets from a Public Safety officer. w Any vehicle bearing a student parking permit must be parked in a student parking Personal Check Policy area while on campus. Any student Any student who presents a personal check attending both ATC and USC Aiken with a to ATC which is refused by the bank must valid decal from either college should park pay a $30 penalty. The student must then pay in a student parking space at both schools, all fees by cash, money order, or cashier’s not in a visitor parking space. check. ATC submits all returned checks to the 2nd Circuit Solicitor’s Worthless Check Unit. w Currently enrolled students cannot park in An automated teller machine is available for a visitor parking space at any time, student use in the Gregg-Graniteville Student regardless of the purpose or length of time Activities Center. for which they will be parked. w ATC’s Security officers have full authority to enforce ATC’s parking regulations.
215 Part I: General Information Pets fee of $25. Registration is not complete until No pets are allowed on campus. This does not all fees are paid. include working dogs for the visually impaired. Registration Receipt Form Physical Access to Buildings for Students A student must present an ATC receipt to show with Disabilities proof of registration to instructors, to obtain Each building on the ATC campus provides an ID card, etc. A print out from “My Account physical access for students with disabilities Summary” via WebAdvisor is acceptable. as follows: Administration Building...... North Entrance Repeating Courses Science...... East/West Entrances A student may repeat any course for credit Engineering...... East Entrance at ATC. The latest grade received is used to Industrial Technology.... East/North Entrances calculate the grade point average. A student 700-800...... North Entrance taking courses for transfer should contact the Student Center...... East/West Entrances college to which he or she plans to transfer to Information Technology Center.... All Entrances learn its policy regarding transcripts with more Health and Science Building.... All Entrances than one grade for the same course. MTTC...... East Entrance Safety and Security/Sexual Assault Policy Record Change Campus security officers are responsible for the To assure proper record-keeping and mailing safety and security of students and personnel on procedures, each student must report any campus. In case of an on-campus emergency, change in name or address to the Admissions a student may call or have a staff member call and Records Office. See also Student Records 1111 for an immediate response from a security on page 217. officer. Students may obtain a brochure covering emergency procedures and crime statistics as Registration and Advisement well as overall graduation rates at ATC from The College informs students of the date, time, Counseling Services. For your added safety, and place to make appointments for registration 24-hour surveillance is recorded on videotape and advisement through the Admissions and closed circuit television. A brochure is available Records newsletter, the course schedule, the to students highlighting safety/security and ATC website, faculty appointment sheets (on sexual assault issues on the ATC campus. Please their office doors), hallway monitors, and the contact Counseling Services. media. All students are encouraged to register for classes with their advisors during the proper Scholarships registration period. Registration is on a space- Many scholarships are available annually for available basis, so early registration is best. qualifying ATC students through the ATC Foundation, individuals, and organizations. Students dropped from their classes due to Scholarships are awarded based on academic their failure to pay by the drop date will be achievement, significant contributions to the charged a re-enrollment fee when they ask community, or need. A student may obtain to be re-instated in their classes (on a space- scholarship applications from the Financial Aid available basis). Office. Students must reapply for scholarship consideration each year. Students registering or paying for classes after the end of regular registration must pay a late
216 Part I: General Information Smoking Policy Student Responsiblities The use of tobacco products is prohibited Students are responsible for actively engaging on the ATC campus beginning Oct. 1, 2007. in the learning process. It is critical that These products include, but are not limited students read and understand the procedures and to: cigarettes, cigars, pipes and smokeless information provided in this document (catalog tobacco. Anyone violating this policy will be and student handbook), the semester course disciplined accordingly. Visitors will be issued schedules and other notices sent to students. All a violation warning, while student violators students are provided with a free e-mail account will be fined $10 for the first infraction and and are expected to check this account daily. The referred to the College’s judicial officer for College will use this e-mail system for official subsequent violations. college news and announcements. Orientations assist students with this information, but it is the Solicitation/Canvassing and Fund Raising responsibility of the student to ask for additional on Campus information as needed. The Vice President of Student Services must provide prior written permission for anyone to Student Services distribute or present political, social, religious, The Student Services division at ATC offers a or other promotional material on campus. In number of services and activities to supplement general, solicitation or canvassing on campus the College's academic programs. The division is forbidden with the exception of Student is staffed with full-time professional counselors Government Association (SGA)-sponsored who are available to work with students in their events and activities such as blood drives, areas of interest. The Vice President of Student relief efforts, and SGA elections. Services and five directors (housed primarily in the Ashley J. Little Administration Building) Student Records administer the activities of the division and The Admissions and Records Office at ATC coordinate the following services for students: maintains the official permanent academic record for every ATC student. Any student w Admissions who wishes to examine his or her file may do w Advisement/Transfer Information so in the Admissions and Records Office. The w Assessment Admissions and Records Office must have w Career Day & Awards Night the student's written permission to release w Career Planning w Commencement Exercises or discuss the student’s record with anyone w Financial Aid other than the student (Privacy Act of 1974). w Intercollegiate Athletics However, directory information on a student w One Stop Career Center/Placement Services may be released unless the student notifies w Orientation this office in writing that such information is w Records not to be released. The student is responsible w Recruitment Services for making sure the Admissions and Records w Registration Office has his or her current address. If the w Single Parent/Displaced Homemaker change involves a change in state residency, Services the student must submit proof of residency w Special Student Services to the Director of Admissions and Records. w Student Activities w Testing If a student's name changes, the student must w Veterans Affairs complete a name change form and provide w Workforce Investment Act Assistance proof (i.e., driver’s license) in the Admissions For more information, see page 34 of the catalog. and Records Office.
217 Part I: General Information Student Suggestion Boxes Transportation Throughout campus there are several Student Students attending ATC must make their own Suggestion Boxes for anonymous student arrangements for transportation to and from input. The notes in the boxes are retrieved the campus. The College is on the route of by the ATC Student Activities Office and Aiken County’s public bus system, the Best appropriately forwarded to the corresponding Friend Express. campus office for review. Contact the Best Friend Express at (803) 648- Suspension/Expulsion for Disciplinary 6493 for a schedule. Bus passes are available Reasons for purchase at the Cashier Office. ATC operates under the Student Code of Conduct adopted by the State Board for Tutoring Services Technical and Comprehensive Education (see The tutoring program is free and offers one- Part II: Student Code on pages 220-229). If it on-one and small group tutoring assistance is recommended that a student be suspended for students on any level for any class as or expelled for violation of the code and the long as tutors are available. Students should recommendation is upheld by the College request assistance as soon as they feel they administration, the student is dismissed from need additional help. Request for Tutoring the College. Assistance forms may be obtained from the Tutoring Coordinator in Room 780. Hours of Telephones/Telephone Calls/ the Tutoring Center are posted each semester. Class Interruptions Public phones are available for student use in Veterans Affairs the Ashley J. Little Administration Building, the ATC is approved for training veterans and Engineering Building, the 700-800 Building, dependents, children, and widows of deceased the Gregg-Graniteville Student Activities veterans or those totally disabled as a result of Center, and the Dale Phelon Information service-related conditions, as well as members Technology Center. of the Selected Reserve. For more information, see page 34 of the catalog. The Veterans ATC cannot provide delivery of personal Affairs Office is located in Room 112 in the messages, flowers, etc., nor interrupt classes Admissions and Records Office. for such purposes. Should a family emergency such as a death, serious illness, or serious Web Resources For Students injury occur, the College will make every effort As an Aiken Technical College student you to notify the student of the situation through have access to a variety of technology resources Counseling Services (803-593-9954, ext.1298). to support you in your learning process. All Aiken Technical College students can access the Transcripts following rersources from the Aiken Technical A student must request transcripts in writing. College Web site: www.atc.edu. The Aiken Transcripts are free of charge. The College Technical College Web site can be accessed will not release a transcript for any student or both on and off campus from any Internet alumnus who carries an outstanding account connected computer. balance with the College. Students must provide written permission for the College to My ATC offers: release transcripts to a third party. Every student a free E-mail account News about emergency closings
218 Part I: General Information Campus announcements administrative withdrawals and those Events Calendar involving disciplinary cases. Veteran’s information Registration information Add/Drop College announcements To add or drop a course during the Add/Drop Student event information period, a student must complete an Add/ Official College correspondence Drop form and submit it to the Admissions and Records Office. * Students are expected to check their ATC E-mail account at least daily for important College information. It is the responsibility of the student to keep abreast of important annoucements and events.
WebAdvisor Allows you to: 1. Register, drop or add online 2. Search for sections 3. View and print class schedule 4. View and print grades 5. View and print unofficial transcript 6. View and print profile 7. View and print placement test summary 8. Check to see who is your assigned advisor 9. Check financial aid status 10. View and print an unofficial copy of your financial award letter
Withdrawal and Add/Drop Withdrawal If a student must withdraw from a class after the Add/Drop period, the student must complete a Withdrawal Form, obtain the instructor’s signature, last day of attendance and grade assignment on the form, sign the form, and submit the signed form to the Admissions and Records Office. The student will receive a grade of “W” if withdrawing before midterm. The student will receive a grade of either “W” or “WF," depending on the student’s grades, if withdrawing after midterm. Add/ Drop/Withdrawal Forms are available in the Admissions and Records Office. In most cases, a student must initiate his or her own withdrawal. The Vice President of Student Services approves
219 Part II: Student Code The Student Code is designed to establish violates both college regulations and the acceptable (and unacceptable) behavior as a law, the College may take disciplinary student at Aiken Technical College and iden- action independent of that taken by legal tify the process used when a conflict occurs. authorities. The Student Code for the Since the Code is the general guideline for South Carolina Technical College System all colleges in the South Carolina State Board sets forth the rights and responsibilities of for Technical and Comprehensive Education individual students. system, it is not specific regarding the process to follow for Academic Misconduct, nor is it II. Internal Problem Solutions easy to follow. Therefore, forms to support the The College will seek to solve problems by process and descriptive handouts are available internal procedure of due process. When in the Counseling Center for the following: necessary, off-campus law enforcement • ATC Student Complaints and judicial authorities may be involved. • ATC Student Behavioral Misconduct In situations where South Carolina • ATC Academic Misconduct Technical Colleges have shared programs, • ATC Hearing Panel Procedure the Chief Student Services Officer where the alleged violation of the Student Code General Provision for the South Carolina Technical College I. Principles System occurred will handle the charges. Technical college students are members A change of venue to the other college of both the community at large and the may be granted, based on the nature of academic community. As members of the the offense, provided it is agreed to by the academic community, students are subject Chief Student Services Officers of both to the obligations that accrue to them by colleges. Any sanctions imposed will apply virtue of this membership. As members across both colleges. In situations where a of the larger community of which the student is dually enrolled in two or more College is a part, students are entitled to South Carolina Technical Colleges and is all rights and protection accorded them charged with a violation of the Student by the laws of that community. By the Code for the South Carolina Technical same token, students are also subject College System, the Chief Student to all laws, the enforcement of which Services Officer of the College where the is the responsibility of duly constituted alleged infraction occurred will handle authorities. When students violate laws, the charges and the sanctions will apply they may incur penalties prescribed by only at the college where the infraction legal authorities. In such instances, college occurred. discipline will be initiated only when the presence of the student on campus III. Definitions will disrupt the educational process of When used in this document, unless the the College. However, when a student’s content requires other meaning: violation of the law also adversely affects Administrative Officer: Anyone designated the College’s pursuit of its recognized at the College as administrative staff, educational objectives, the College may such as President, Vice President, Dean, enforce its own regulations. When students Director, etc. violate college regulations, they are subject Campus: Any place where the College to disciplinary action by the College conducts or sponsors educational, public whether or not their conduct violates the service, or research activities law. If a student’s behavior simultaneously Chief Student Services Officer: The
220 Part II: Student Code person in charge of Student Services (Vice official, requesting a specific date, time, President of Student Services) location, and manner no later than 15 College: Aiken Technical College working days prior to the date of the Expulsion: Permanent separation of the desired event. college and student insofar as pursuance of C. Freedom of the Press degree, diploma, or certificate programs is In official student publications, students concerned are entitled to the constitutional right Instructor: Any person employed by the of freedom of the press, including College to conduct classes. constitutional limitations on prior President: The chief executive officer of restraint and censorship. To ensure the College this protection, the College shall have SGA: Student Government Association of an editorial board with membership the College representing SGA, faculty, and Student: A person taking any courses administration. The College has the offered by the college, either full-time or responsibility of defining the selection part-time process for its editorial board. The Suspension: A temporary separation of primary responsibility of the board shall the College and student under specified be to establish and safeguard editorial conditions policies. VP of SS: The Vice President of Student D. Protection Against Unreasonable Services, or chief student services officer, Searches and Seizures or designee Students are entitled to the Violation of Law: A violation of a law of constitutional right to be secure in the United States or any law or ordinance their persons, dwellings, papers, and of a state or political subdivision which effects against unreasonable searches has jurisdiction over the place in which the and seizures. College security officers violation occurs or administrative officers may conduct searches and seizures only as authorized Student Code by law. (Situations Involving Student Conduct) E. Student Representation in College I. General Rights of Students Governance A. Nondiscrimination Students should be represented There will be no discrimination in any on campus committees that have the respect by the College against a student, following duties: or applicant for admission as a student, 1. To propose policy that affects based on race, color, age, religion, student activities and conduct. national origin, sex, or disability. 2. To make policy decisions on B. Freedom of Speech and Assembly such matters. Students shall have the right to 3. To implement policy. freedom of speech and assembly F. Classroom Behavior without prior restraints or censorship Discussion and expression of all subject to clearly stated, reasonable, views relevant to the subject matter and nondiscriminatory rules and are recognized as necessary to the regulations regarding time, place, and educational process, but students have manner. Students desiring to conduct an no right to interfere with the freedom of assembly must submit a request to the instructors to teach or the rights of other President, or other designated college students to learn. The instructor sets
221 Part II: Student Code the standards of behavior acceptable and confidential and will be in the classroom by announcing preserved by the College. Separate these standards early in the term. If a record files may be maintained for student behaves disruptively in class the following categories: after the instructor has explained the (1) academic, (2) medical, unacceptability of such conduct, the psychiatric, and counseling, instructor may dismiss the student for (3) placement, (4) financial aid, the remainder of that class period. The (5) disciplinary, (6) financial, and instructor should initiate a discussion (7) veterans affairs. with the student to resolve the issue 2. Disciplinary Records prior to the next class meeting. A Records of disciplinary action shall further disruption by the student may be maintained in the office of the result in a second dismissal and referral VP of SS. No record of disciplinary in writing by the faculty member to action shall be entered or made on the VP of SS. These procedures for the student’s academic records. classroom behavior do not limit the 3. Confidentiality of Records action that may be taken for proscribed Before information in any student conduct under Section III herein and file may be released to anyone, the instructors may dismiss students from student must give prior written class for the remainder of the class consent except those instances period for such conduct. Students stated below: remain subject to other sanctions a. To instructors and hereunder for such conduct. administrators for legitimate G. Evaluation and Grading educational purposes. 1. Instructors will follow the b. To accrediting organizations to announced College standards in carry out their functions. evaluating and grading students. c. To appropriate parties involved 2. Grades are awarded for student in College hearings or to protect academic achievement. No grade the health and safety of students or will be reduced as a disciplinary other individuals in emergencies action for student action or behavior with the understanding that unrelated to academic achievement. only information essential to H. Privacy the emergency situation will be Information about individual student released. views, beliefs, or political associations d. The VP of SS may authorize acquired by instructors, counselors, or release of directory information administrators in the course of their as defined by the College under work is confidential. It can be disclosed privacy legislation. to others only with the prior written e. If the inquirer has a court consent of the student involved or under order, the VP of SS or someone legal compulsion. designated by that official will I. Records release information from the 1. General student’s file. The student records office will 4. Treatment of Records After Student maintain and safeguard student Graduation or Withdrawal records. All official student and When students withdraw or graduate former student records are private
222 Part II: Student Code from a technical college, their service, research, or other activity records shall continue to be subject authorized or conducted on the campus to the provisions of this code. of the College or any other location where such activity is conducted II. Student Government and Student or sponsored by the College. This Organizations disruption does not necessarily have to A. Student Government Association involve violence or force for the student The college Student Government to face disciplinary actions. In addition Association’s constitution, as approved to administrative action, any person by the area commission, establishes who violates the law will be turned over the governance structure for students to the appropriate authorities. at the College. Amendments to the In the event of illegal or disruptive constitution require approval as activity on a college campus, the VP stipulated in each SGA constitution. of SS or other administrative officer B. Student Organizations will request those involved either An essential prerequisite for a student to leave the campus or to abide by organization to be approved is that it the regulations governing uses of, has educational importance and that or presence on, the campus. The VP its objectives be clearly explained in of SS or other official will further a proposed charter. The formation announce that failure to disperse will of organizations strictly as social result in enforcement of Section 16- clubs should be discouraged. Prior 17-420 of the South Carolina Code of to consideration for approval as Laws pertaining to illegal or disruptive an organization, an organization activity on a college campus. constitution or bylaws must be According to South Carolina law, prepared, a person must be identified “It shall be unlawful for any person who is willing to serve as advisor, and willfully or unnecessarily (a) to the names of charter members must be interfere with or disturb in any way or submitted. in any place the students or teachers of any school or college in this state, III. Proscribed Conduct (b) to enter upon any such school or A. General school premises, (c) to loiter around the Certain conduct is proscribed and premises, except on business, without upon violation of such proscriptions, a the permission of the principal or student shall be subject to one or more president in charge; or, (d) to act in an of the sanctions specified in Section IV, obnoxious manner thereon.” (Section C, 2, c. However, it is expected that the 16-17-420 part 2 of South Carolina more severe sanctions of suspension Code of Laws) and expulsion will be imposed C. Academic Dishonesty sparingly and only for more extreme or All forms of academic dishonesty aggravated violations or for repeated including, but not limited to, cheating violations. on tests, plagiarism, collusion, and B. Abuse of Privilege of Freedom of falsification of information will call for Speech or Assembly discipline. No student, acting alone or with others, 1. Cheating on tests is defined to shall obstruct or disrupt any teaching, include the following: administrative, disciplinary, public a. Copying from another student’s test. 223 Part II: Student Code b. Using materials during a test not as sexual discrimination where the authorized by the person giving harassing conduct created a hostile the test. environment. Therefore, unwelcome c. Collaborating with any other sexual advances, request for sexual person during a test without favors, and other verbal or physical permission. conduct of a sexual nature d. Knowingly obtaining, using, constitutes sexual harassment when buying, selling, transporting, or the conduct is sufficiently severe, soliciting in whole or in part the persistent, or pervasive to limit an contents of an unadministered test. individual’s ability to participate in e. Bribing any other person to obtain or benefit from the education tests or information about tests. program, or to create a hostile or f. Substituting for another student, abusive educational environment. or permitting any other personto 5. Stalking, defined as engaging in a substitute for oneself. course of conduct that would place a 2. Plagiarism is defined as the reasonable person in fear for his or appropriation of any other person’s her safety, and that has, in fact, work and the unacknowledged placed an individual in such fear. incorporation of that work in one’s F. Other unlawful acts which call for own work offered for credit. discipline include, but are not limited to: D. Falsification of information and other 1. Destruction, theft, damage, or unlawful acts with intent to deceive is misuse of College property defined as: occurring on or off campus. 1. Forgery, alteration, or misuse 2. Unauthorized entry upon the of College documents, records, or property of the College after closing identification cards. hours. 2. Destruction of evidence with the 3. Unauthorized presence in any intent to deny its presentation to College facility after hours. the Student Appeals Committee 4. Unauthorized possession or use of when properly notified to appear. a key to any college facility or other E. Infringement of rights of others is property. defined to include, but is not limited 5. Possession or use on campus of to, the following: any firearm or other dangerous 1. Physical or verbal abuse inflicted on weapon (sheathed or unsheathed) another person. or incendiary device or explosive 2. Severe emotional distress inflicted unless such possession or use has upon another person. been authorized by the College. 3. Theft, destruction, damage, or 6. Possession, use or distribution on misuse of the private property of campus of any narcotics, dangerous, members of the college community or unlawful drugs as defined by the or non-members of the college laws of the United States or the community occurring on campus or State of South Carolina. off campus during any college 7. Possession, use, or distribution on approved activity. campus of any beverage containing 4. Sexual harassment inflicted on alcohol. another person. This is defined 8. Violation of S.C. and/or federal laws while on campus or off campus
224 Part II: Student Code when participating in a college- identification of the student or sponsored activity. students is impossible, such notices 9. Violation of institutional policies shall be given within two working while on campus or off campus days after identification. when participating in a college- B. Complaints sponsored activity. 1. A charge involving a student 10. Engaging in any activity which infraction must be filed in writing disrupts the educational process of at the office of the VP of SS within the College, or adversely interferes five working days after the alleged with other normal functions and infraction or after such infraction services. becomes known to an administrative officer of the College. IV. Rules of Student Disciplinary 2. Within 5 working days after the Procedure and Sanctions charge is filed, the VP of SS shall The sanctions that follow are designed complete a preliminary investigation to properly channel faculty, staff, or of the charge and immediately student complaints against students. Due schedule a meeting with the student. process of law is essential in dealing After discussing the alleged with infractions of college regulations infraction with the student, the VP and state and federal statutes. of SS may act as follows: Consequently, any disciplinary sanction a. Drop the charges imposed on a student organization will b. Impose a sanction consistent with follow the provisions of this code. those shown in Section IV, C, 2, A. Administrative Suspension c, Student Appeals Committee 1. If an act of misconduct threatens c. Refer the student to a college the health or well-being of any office or community agency for member of the academic community services or seriously disrupts the function The decision of the VP of SS shall and good order of the College, an be presented to the student in administrative officer may direct writing within five working days students involved to cease and desist following the meeting with the such conduct and advise them that student. In instances where the failing to cease and desist will result student cannot be reached to in immediate suspension. If the schedule an appointment with the student fails to cease and desist, the VP of SS, or where the student administrative officer may then refuses to cooperate, the VP of SS suspend him or her from the College shall send to the student’s last until a resolution of the matter can known address a certified letter be made. providing the student with a list of 2. The administrative officer invoking the charges, the VP of SS decision, such administrative suspension and instructions governing the shall notify the VP of SS in writing appeal process. of the individual or individuals 3. A student who disagrees with the involved and the nature of the decision of the VP of SS may infraction before 4 p.m. of the request a hearing before the Student first class day following its Appeals Committee. This request imposition. If immediate must be submitted within two
225 Part II: Student Code working days after receipt of the VP c. To provide the student defendant of SS decision unless a request is with a statement of the made and approved for an extension Committee’s decision including of time. The VP of SS shall refer the findings of fact and if applicable, matter to the Committee together to impose one or more of the with a report of the nature of the following sanctions: alleged misconduct, the name of the 1) A written reprimand complainant, the name of the 2) An obligation to make student against whom the charge has restitution or reimbursement been filed, and the relevant facts 3) A suspension or termination of revealed by the preliminary particular student privileges investigation. 4) Disciplinary probation C. The Student Appeals Committee 5) Suspension from the College Each year the College will establish a 6) Expulsion from the College Student Appeals Committee (hereinafter 7) Any combination of the above referred to as the Committee) to consider the case of a student who V. Procedures for Hearings before the declines to accept the findings of the Student Appeals Committee VP of SS. The hearing shall be held A. Procedural Duties of the VP of SS within 15 working days after the At least 7 working days prior to the date student has officially appealed the set for a hearing before the committee, decision of the VP of SS. the VP of SS shall send written notice 1. Membership of the committee shall to all involved and a certified letter to be composed of the following: the student’s last known address a. Two faculty members appointed providing the student with the following by the chief instructional officer information: and approved by the President 1. A restatement of the charge or b. Three student members appointed charges by the governing body of the SGA 2. The time and place of the hearing and approved by the President 3. A statement of the student’s basic c. One member of the Student procedural rights Services staff appointed by the VP 4. A list of witnesses of SS and approved by the 5. The names of Committee members President On written request of the student, the d. The VP of SS serves as an ex- hearing may be held prior to the officio non-voting member of the expiration of the 7-day advance Committee notification period, if the VP of SS e. The chair shall be appointed concurs with this change. by the President from among the B. Basic procedural rights of students membership of the Committee include the following: 2. Functions of the committee are 1. The right to counsel. The role of the described as follows: person acting as counsel is solely to a. To hear an appeal from a student advise the student. The counsel may charged with an infraction that not address the Committee. Payment may result in disciplinary action of legal fees is the responsibility of b. To hand down a decision based the student. only on evidence introduced at the 2. The right to produce witnesses on hearing one's behalf. 226 Part II: Student Code 3. The right to request, in writing, the 2) Leave the committee meeting President to disqualify any member room immediately upon of the Committee for prejudice or completion of the testimony. bias. (At the discretion of the 2. The Committee shall have the President, reasons for authority to adopt supplementary disqualification may be required.) A rules of procedure consistent with request for disqualification, if made, this code. must be submitted at least two 3. The Committee shall have the working days prior to the hearing. If authority to render written advisory such disqualification occurs, the opinions concerning the meaning appropriate nominating body shall and application of this code. appoint a replacement to be 4. The conduct of hearings before this approved by the President. Committee is unaffected by charges 4. The right to present evidence. of local, state, or federal authorities 5. The right to know the identity of the against the student for acts that person(s) bringing the charge(s). are the same, or similar to, charges 6. The right to hear witnesses on of misconduct to be heard by the behalf of the person bringing the Committee. Two separate charges. jurisdictions are involved in such 7. The right to testify or to refuse cases. Therefore, hearings may being detrimental to the student. be held and decisions rendered 8. The right to appeal the decision of independent of any resolution by the the Committee to the President, who court system. will review the official record of the 5. Upon completion of a hearing, the hearing. The appeal must be in Committee shall meet in executive writing and must be made within session to determine concurrence seven working days after receipt of or nonconcurrence with the original the decision. finding and to recommend C. The Conduct of the Committee sanctions, if applicable. Hearings 6. Decisions of the Committee shall be 1. Hearings before the Committee shall made by majority vote. Within two be confidential and shall be closed working days after the decision of to all persons except the following: the Committee, the VP of SS shall a. Student. The hearing may be send a certified letter to the student's conducted without the student last known address providing the present if the student ignores student with the Committee's the notice of the hearing and is decision. absent without cause. D. Appeal to the President b. Counsels of the accused, the When the student appeals to the grievant, and the College. President, the President, whose decision c. A person, mutually agreed upon is final, shall have the authority to: by the student and the Committee, 1. Receive from the student an appeal to serve in the capacity of of the Committee’s decision. recorder. 2. Review the findings of the d. Witnesses who shall: proceedings of the Committee. 1) Give testimony singularly and 3. Hear from the student, the VP of SS, in the absence of other and the members of the Committee witnesses. 227 Part II: Student Code before ruling on an appeal. Chief Student Services Officer: 4. Approve, modify, or overturn the The person in charge of Student Services decision of the Committee. (VP of SS) 5. Inform the student in writing of the College: final decision within 10 working Aiken Technical College days of the receipt of the appeal. Expulsion: Permanent separation of the College and The Student Grievance Procedure for the student insofar as pursuance of degree, South Carolina Technical College System diploma, or certificate programs is (Complaints Against Faculty/Staff) concerned I. Purpose Instructor: The purpose of the student grievance Any person employed by the college to procedure is to provide a system to conduct classes channel student complaints against faculty President: or staff, concerning the following: The chief executive officer of the College A. Alleged discrimination on the basis of SGA: age, sex, race, disability, or other Student Government Association of the conditions, preferences or behavior, College excluding sexual harassment Staff: complaints. Any employee of the College who was B. Sexual harassment complaints should employed by the College for reasons other be directed to the VP of SS. Because of than conducting classes the sensitive nature of this kind of Student: complaint, a conference with the VP of A person taking any courses offered by the SS will replace the first step of the College, either full time or part time grievance procedure. The VP of SS VP of SS: will counsel with the student to The Vice President of Student Services, or determine the appropriate action that chief student services officer, or designee is required. If the grievance is not resolved after this meeting, then the III. Procedures remainder of the grievance procedure A. First Step will be followed. The student must go to the instructor C. Academic matters, excluding individual or staff member where the alleged grades, except where the conditions in problem originated. An attempt will item A above apply. be made to resolve the matter equitably and informally at this level. The II. Definitions conference must take place within 10 When used in this document, unless the working days of the incident that content requires other meaning generated the complaint. Administrative Officer: B. Second Step Anyone designated at the College as If the grievance is not resolved at the administrative staff, such as President, informal conference, the student may Vice President, Dean, Director, etc. file a written grievance. A grievance Campus: form shall be made available to the Any place where the College conducts or student from the VP of SS. The VP of sponsors educational, public service, or SS will explain the grievance process research activities
228 Part II: Student Code to the student. The completed grievance of the Committee. Meeting(s) shall be form must be presented to the VP of SS conducted between five and 15 working within 5 working days after satisfying days following the date of the request. the first step in the grievance process. A postponement, if requested no later The VP of SS shall give written than five working days prior to the acknowledgment of receipt of the scheduled meeting, may be granted by grievance form. This acknowledgment the chairperson upon written request shall be given immediately or no of either party. The Committee shall later than two working days after hold interviews with the grievant, the receipt of the grievance form from employee, and the supervisor, singularly, the student. The VP of SS will then and in the absence of other witnesses. refer the grievance to the immediate The Committee may interview any supervisor involved. The supervisor additional witnesses that it considers shall respond in writing to the student necessary to render a fair decision. The within 10 working days of receipt of Committee shall decide by a majority the grievance form from the VP of SS. vote the solution of the grievance. In As a part of the effort to resolve the case of a tie, the chairperson shall vote issue, the supervisor will consult with and thus break the tie. The chairperson the chief administrative officer of the shall forward a copy of the Committee’s division or component concerned. decision to all parties involved and C. Third Step to the office of the President of the If the written statement of the College within 2 working days of the supervisor does not satisfy the grievant, Committee’s decision. a request to appear before the Student D. Fourth Step Grievance Committee may be made. The Committee’s decision may be The student must submit the request appealed by either party involved to within five working days after receiving the President of the College within the written response of the supervisor. 10 working days of the Committee’s The request shall include a copy of decision. The President shall review the original grievance form and the the Committee’s findings, conduct reason the supervisor’s response is whatever additional inquiries that are unsatisfactory. The student must attach deemed necessary and will render a a copy of the supervisor’s response decision within 10 working days of to the request. The VP of SS shall receipt of the grievant’s appeal. The notify immediately the President of decision of the President is final. the College who shall insure that a Committee is organized in a manner IV. The Student Grievance Committee consistent with Section IV of this (Student Appeals Committee) procedure (The Student Grievance A. The Student Grievance Committee Committee). The VP of SS will send shall be composed of the following: copies of the appeal to the members of 1. Three students recommended by the the Committee, the employee, and the governing body of the student body employee’s supervisor. The employee against whom the grievance was 2. Two faculty members recommended filed shall be given an opportunity to by the chief instructional officer respond in writing to the chairperson 3. One Student Services staff member recommended by the VP of SS
229 Part III: Distance Learning Services 4. One administrator, appointed by the shall be forwarded to all parties President of the College, who shall at least five working days prior serve as chairperson of the to the meeting unless they waive Committee this requirement. 5. All recommended members must be 3. Review all available evidence, approved by the President documents, or exhibits that each B. Purpose and Function of Grievance party may present at the hearing Committee 4. Have access to the names of the 1. All student grievance committees witnesses who may testify are ad hoc and shall be formed to 5. Appear in person and present hear specific complaints. A new information on his or her behalf committee may be formed every 6. Call witnesses who are dismissed time that a grievance covered under following their questioning by all this procedure is filed. present and to ask questions of any 2. Whenever a committee is formed, it person present at the meeting may adopt additional rules and 7. The right to counsel - The role of guidelines not in contradiction with the person acting as counsel is these procedures. solely to advise the client. The C. Rights of the Parties Involved counsel may not address the in a Grievance committee. When a grievance committee meeting is scheduled, the parties involved are entitled to: 1. A written notice of the complaint 2. A written notice of the time and place of the meeting - This notice Part III: Distance Learning Services
Distance Learning Distance Learning may involve courses that Distance Learning may involve courses that are time and place sensitive just like traditional are generally not time and place sensitive. courses, but use technology to join groups Telecourses allow students to view lessons of students at different locations with their and demonstrations at times convenient to instructor. These may be courses delivered by them either from home on a television set or satellite, requiring students to be in specially in viewing rooms in the college library. When equipped classrooms at specific times for students purchase their textbooks, they rent a instruction, viewing lectures and demonstrations video series for the semester and view tapes on television and telephoning the instructor to or DVDs, then complete assignments based ask questions during broadcasts. Similarly, on that material and mail or e-mail them to courses delivered by two-way video require the instructor. Students may be required to students’ presence in specially equipped arrange for a proctor or come to the college classrooms during instruction, but both testing center for proctored exams periodically students and instructor can see one another on throughout a semester. Students and instructors video monitors and talk to one another without maintain contact with one another by telephone, using telephones. e-mail or fax throughout the semester.
230 Part III: Distance Learning Services Online courses are delivered by the internet Academic Advising and Scheduling and are available to students using computers Each college provides qualified, properly in one of the college’s computing facilities. trained academic advisors to assist Distance Students may generally access their online Learning students with class scheduling and to courses at any time convenient to them address their special needs. within guidelines set forth in the course syllabus for the semester. Students enrolling Aiken Technical College will inform students in online courses are expected to initiate the where and from whom they may receive instruction process, and may find instructions academic advising and assistance with for accessing ATC online courses on the scheduling, including instances of shared ATC web site. programs. ATC will provide advising services and assistance with scheduling by appointment All students enrolling in distance learning or by telephone. courses must be highly motivated independent learners who will contact their instructor in Admission advance of class about any required meetings Students may apply for Distance Learning courses at specific times and requirements for proctored through Aiken Technical College. Application testing where regular on-campus meetings are forms are available by mail or fax upon request not scheduled. and by computer at various locations. Students enrolled in an academic program shared by Online Attendance Procedure two or more colleges (dual enrollment) must An e-mail is required from each student to the meet the admission standards of each program instructor by the end of the Add/Drop period. At in which they enroll. ATC may establish this time the instructor will drop the student from application deadlines for specialized programs. the course if the e-mail is not received. Except In the case of dually enrolled international in extenuating circumstances with the approval students in an academic program shared by two of the appropriate Vice President, instructors or more colleges, the award-granting college is withdraw students from class when 80 percent responsible for all processing and tracking and attendance is not maintained. Attendance in for ensuring adherence to INS and Department an online course is defined by correspondence of Justice regulations. as required by the instructor. After the Add/ Drop period, each student will be expected to Assessment communicate with the instructor via e-mail, When placement in a Distance Learning course online discussion forum, phone, or appointment requires assessment, the college which awards at least once each week and access the web credit for the course establishes the mandatory class at least once each week. After any three placement score. Aiken Technical College will weeks of no communication or no access, the schedule assessment tests to meet the needs student will be withdrawn from the course. The of non-traditional, distance learning, and/or instructor will assign a grade of “W” or “WF” working students. If the student has already taken based upon the student’s academic standing as the COMPASS assessment test at another South of the last date of attendance, which is the date Carolina technical college, Aiken Technical of the last log-in. College will use those assessment test scores, provided those scores are generated within one Services for Distance Learning Students year of enrollment. A student must request in The following services are offered to Distance writing or by fax that scores be sent from one Learning students: college to another. When colleges use different
231 Part III: Distance Learning Services assessment instruments, Aiken Technical College Personal and Career Counseling may arrange to have its assessment instrument Personal and career counseling services are administered and proctored at another college. available to Distance Learning students. Students may access personal and career Health Services counseling services by visiting Counseling See Health Services and First Aid on page 214. Services or the One Stop Career Center in the Ashley J. Little Administration Building, Intercollegiate Athletics by phone at (803) 593-9954, ext. 1298, A student who is simultaneously enrolled by fax at (803) 593-9161, or by e-mail to at two or more colleges may participate in [email protected]. intercollegiate athletics only at the college where he or she is registered for the greater number of Registration credit hours. If the student is registered for At the present time, Aiken Technical College the same number of credit hours at two or will provide Distance Learning students with: more colleges, he or she may participate in w Mail-in registration; intercollegiate athletics only at the institution w Advisor registration, wherein the where he or she first enrolled during that term. student's advisor performs the necessary data entry to secure the Job Placement Assistance student’s seat in class; or See page 50 of the Student Life and Resources w In-class registration. section of the catalog. Students must make payments directly to the Aiken Technical College Cashier's Office. Orientation to Distance Learning Courses While technologies used in satellite and two- Student Activities way video courses make them somewhat Students enrolled in Distance Learning courses different from traditional courses, students do are encouraged to participate in student have immediate contact with their instructors activities, including Student Government for orientation to the course. For telecourses, Association (SGA) and College publications. however, students are strongly encouraged to For a copy of the student newspaper, which is attend a brief orientation with the instructor on created through the College’s journalism class, campus during the first week of the semester contact the Director of Student Life at 803- in which they have enrolled in a telecourse. 593-9954, ext. 1604. This gives students an opportunity to meet the instructor and classmates, and to ask any Student Behavior questions about the course in person. The College makes no distinction between Distance Learning students and other students Students enrolling in their first online course regarding their right to appeal disciplinary are strongly encouraged to access an orientation sanctions or their right to file written complaints. to online learning from the college’s web site. (See Part II: Student Code on pages 220-229.) The orientation provides students with an Students enrolled in Distance Learning courses understanding of the structure and pace of an must adhere to the same standards of conduct online course. The Distance Learning section applicable to all students of the College. The of the ATC web site provides instructions Student Code and Grievance Procedure for for starting online courses. This section also South Carolina Technical Colleges, institutional provides information that helps students assess policies and regulations, and local, state, and whether their learning styles are conducive to federal laws regulate student conduct. success in such a course.
232 Part III: Distance Learning Services Note: The instructor of a Distance Learning course is empowered to correct or terminate classroom disruptions. Only the Chief Student Services Officer (Vice President of Student Services) of the College, or his/her designee, at the institution where the student is enrolled may impose sanctions upon the student for instances of misconduct, excluding temporary dismissal from class, which the course instructor or the course site staff may request.
Student Complaints The Student Grievance Procedure is available to all Distance Learning students. A student may submit written complaint to the Vice President of Student Services, who then requests that the appropriate College official respond to the student's complaint. (See Part II: Student Code, pages 220-229.)
Student Financial Aid Students who receive financial aid for one or more courses in which they enroll must meet the standards of progress established by Aiken Technical College. The student who is simultaneously enrolled at two or more colleges is responsible for notifying the financial aid office at each college. In instances of dual enrollment, the college which awards the degree, diploma, or certificate is responsible for awarding aid to eligible students. Students should note that they may only receive financial aid from one institution. For information, call 803-593-9954, ext. 1248.
Student Records When Aiken Technical College awards credit for a Distance Learning course, the College is responsible for recording and storing students’ grades for these courses, notifying students of their grades, and generating transcripts. The College makes no distinction on transcripts between Distance Learning courses and other courses. (See Transcripts on page 218.)
233 Part IV: Survival Tips At ATC we want to help students accomplish Financial Aid their educational goals! Whether you are Located in Room 107 of the Ashley J. unemployed, underemployed, fearful of Little Administration Building, the layoffs, or just interested in what college is all Financial Aid Office provides information about, ATC is the place to be. packets and helpful staff to assist in the relief of the financial costs of A college student must be assertive to succeed. attending college. The Free Application If a student has a problem or a question, he or for Federal Student Aid is available she must take the initiative to get help. Now here, as well as information on available is the time to start thinking and acting like a scholarships and work-study positions. successful student! Below are useful tips for There are no dumb questions regarding becoming a successful student at ATC. financial aid. Remember to apply early!
w Where Can I Go for Help? Admissions and Records Office Counseling Services Located in Room 112 on the first Located in Room 107 of the Ashley J. floor of the Ashley J. Little Little Administration Building, Administration Building, the Admissions Counseling Services is one of the best and Records Office has everything from places to go for help. Professional transcripts to Lost and Found. Veterans counseling is available in a confidential Affairs information, withdrawal forms, setting at no cost to students. Counseling enrollment verification for insurance Services provides everything from helpful companies, and applications for hints — such as taking a keyboarding graduation are just a few of the items that class early in a student's career — to are available from this office. assistance with graduation ceremonies. Single parents or students with disabilities will find many helpful resources here. w How Do I Schedule my Classes? First Semester at ATC One Stop Career Center All students will register with their Located in Room 109 of the Ashley J. academic program advisors. A list of Little Administration Building, this advisors with room numbers and phone state-of-the-art center offers an array extensions is available in the Admissions of job search resources to assist students and Records Office. Every student needs in finding part-time or full-time to determine if he or she wants to be a employment now or at graduation. full-time student to complete a program Information about other colleges— of study quickly (not advisable for full- including catalogs from different colleges time working students), or to begin more — is available. If a student needs help slowly as a part-time student. Because selecting a career or putting together a most ATC programs are offered day or good resume, the One Stop Career Center night, the student also needs to decide offers free job search and resume building what time of day to attend classes. services worth hundreds of dollars Having answers to these questions and anywhere else. (See also One Stop Career the results of placement tests makes it Center on page 215.) easy for a student and advisor to put together a schedule that will start the student off on the right foot!
234 Part IV: Survival Tips Reading the Semester Schedule sign it. Return the form to the Admission Every semester the College publishes a and Records Office to complete the schedule of classes that will be offered process to avoid an “F” in the class. the next semester. The classes are listed Withdrawing from a class by department names (ACC = can be important to a student whose Accounting, BIO = Biology, etc.) in plans include transferring to a four-year alphabetical order and by day or evening. college because a “C” or better is To know which courses to take, a student required for transfer courses. The should consult the ATC Catalog under number one reason students withdraw is the program heading in which he or she is conflict with their work schedules. enrolled. “Credit” has several meanings Students planning to work and attend for the student. First, it is used to figure ATC must plan their schedules very the cost of tuition. ATC presently charges carefully in order to accomplish their a per-credit hour fee for part-time educational goals. students, which means a three credit hour course will cost three times the credit hour rate plus fees and the cost of w Can I Change Programs After I Start books. To be a full time student, the ATC? student must take 12-18 credit hours (4-6 The national average indicates that most classes). The cost is a set figure plus fees college students change their minds about and the cost of books. For more details on their program of study two-and-a-half course credit hours, the semester times over their college careers! It is calendar, the fee due dates and other normal for a student not to know exactly critical information, see the Schedule of which career path to take at the beginning Classes for the term in which you plan to of a college career. Experimenting by take classes. The second meaning of taking a course or two in a program is “credit” is the approximate number of often the best way to see if that program hours per week a student will be in class meets a student's goals. By completing a (three hours for a three credit hour class). form in the Admissions and Records Unlike high school students, a college Office, a student may move from one student only attends when he or she program to another. Many times credits has classes and the student (with his or transfer from one program to another. her advisor) determines when that will be. A student should look over the published schedule and see his or her w Is it True that You Have More advisor early for the best selection of Freedom in College? classes for the next semester. It is the In college there are no bells or student's responsibility to take charge of announcements to tell the student class is his or her education and to ask questions. over, but there are still rules students must obey. ATC parking regulations, restrictions on smoking in buildings, w Is it OK to "Withdraw" from a Class? class attendance policies, bans on Withdrawing from a class, as long as it is cheating, and confidentiality of records done correctly, is an accepted practice in are not to be ignored. At ATC there is college. The student should go to the zero tolerance for anyone breaking the Admissions and Records Office to obtain law by having weapons or any kind of a form and get the class instructor to illegal drugs on campus. The College
235 Part IV: Survival Tips will not hesitate to call in the Aiken unless he or she has prepared for college County Sheriff’s Office if there is a with a strong high school career. Students violation with which ATC security should get used to the time required for officers require assistance. If, on the other college studying and writing assignments hand, a student needs a battery jump- by doing well their first semester and started, a locked car opened, or an escort adding more classes after that initial to his or her car after evening classes, success. ATC's security officers stand ready to assist. ATC expects students to be Ask for help and be assertive! Students independent and serious in their efforts should read this ATC Catalog and Student to receive a college education, but the Handbook to be familiar with their new staff is ready and willing to lend a environment and, when questions come helping hand. up, act quickly to seek help. Other students have come before and are now gainfully employed in jobs that they w Are Sports Available at ATC? enjoy. We want you to accomplish your There is a full array of student activities educational goal here at ATC and we for students enrolled at ATC. The College stand ready to help you SUCCEED! offers National Junior College Athletic Association competition in men's basketball and women’s fast-pitch softball. Additionally, co-ed intramural sports are scheduled each semester and there is a complete wellness center featuring state-of-the-art Nautilus and Stair-Master equipment free to students. To develop leadership skills, ATC offers Student Government Association (SGA) involvement, student newspaper activities, and a variety of academically related and service-oriented clubs. ATC knows these extracurricular activities are meaningful to employers looking at students' resumes and encourages all students to be involved in these activities.
w Is There Anything Else that Would be Helpful for a New Student to Know? Just as the race between the tortoise and the hare shows, slow and steady wins the race! It pays students to start their college careers slowly.
A student should not sign up for a full- time load of classes the first semester
236 Part V: Drug and Alcohol Policy Alcohol and Other Drug Use All locations will also implement drug-free (Policy and Information for Employees awareness programs for employees and and Students of the South Carolina students. Such programs will annually ensure Technical College System) that employees and students are aware that:
It is the policy of the South Carolina 1. Alcohol and other drug abuse at Technical College System to provide a drug the workplace and in the educational free, healthful, safe, and secure work and setting is dangerous because it leads educational environment. Employees and to physical impairment, loss of students are required and expected to report judgment, safety violations, and the to their work, class, or student activities in risk of injury, poor health, or even appropriate mental and physical condition to death. Health risks and effects of meet the requirements and expectations of controlled substances and alcohol will their respective roles. be provided to students and employees.
The South Carolina Technical College 2. Alcohol and other drug abuse can also System prohibits the unlawful manufacture, significantly lower performance on the distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of job and in the classroom, thus narcotics, drugs, other controlled substances, or impacting on the agency and the alcohol at the workplace and in the educational college mission as well as seriously setting. Unlawful for these purposes means affecting the student's educational and in violation of federal/state/local regulations, career goals. policy, procedures, and rules, as well as legal statutes. Workplace means either on agency 3. Employees must report any personal premises or while conducting agency business conviction under a criminal drug away from the agency premises. Educational statute, for conduct at the workplace, setting includes both institutional premises or to their human resource officer within 5 approved educational sites off campus. days. Management must report to granting agencies any employee In order to prevent the consequences of alcohol conviction for conduct in the work and other drug abuse at the workplace and in place within 10 days of receiving the educational setting, the South Carolina notice. Technical College System has implemented this policy to ensure a drug-free work and 4. It is a condition of employment and educational environment. admission that all employees and students must abide by the policy The South Carolina Technical College System on alcohol and other drug use as well recognizes that chemical dependency through as related procedures/statements/laws/ use of controlled or uncontrolled substances, guidelines. Violation of any provisions including alcohol, is a treatable illness. The may result in disciplinary action up agency supports and recommends employee to and including termination or and student rehabilitation and assistance expulsion respectively, and may have programs and encourages employees and further legal consequences consistent students to use such programs. with federal and state laws and regulations. Additionally, management may require an employee or student to enter an employee/student assistance or
237 Part V: Drug and Alcohol Policy drug rehabilitation program as a the age of 21. This includes serving condition of employment or enrollment. anyone in your home except your In addition, management is specifically child or spouse. required by law to take appropriate Penalty — Fine up to $200 or action within 30 days of receiving confinement up to 30 days. notice of any employee’s conviction for (Code 61-13-287) conduct in the workplace. 4. CONTRIBUTING TO THE 5. Use of employee assistance programs DELINQUENCY OF A MINOR (EAP), student assistance programs It is against the law for any person (SAP), or drug/alcohol rehabilitation over 18 to knowingly and willfully services is encouraged. influence a minor to violate any law or municipal ordinance. Penalty — Fine up to $3,000 and/or South Carolina Laws confinement up to three years. A. ALCOHOL (Code 16-17-490) 1. PURCHASE ON BEHALF OF ONE WHO CANNOT LAWFULLY BUY 5. POSSESSION OF BEER, WINE, It is against the law to buy or give OR LIQUOR beer, wine, and/or alcohol to anyone It is against the law to possess beer, who cannot buy it for themselves. wine, or liquor if you are under Penalty — Fine up to $200 or the age of 21. This includes opened confinement up to 30 days and or unopened containers of alcoholic mandatory driver’s license beverage in actual possession or in suspension of 90 days-six months. your immediate surroundings. (Code 6-1-9-60) Penalty — Fine up to $100 or confinement up to 30 days and 2. PURCHASE/POSSESSION BY A mandatory driver’s license MINOR/MISREPRESENTING AGE suspension of 90 days-six months. It is against the law to drink or (Code 61-9-87, 20-7-370/380) possess any form of alcoholic beverage if you are under the age 6. SALE TO PERSON UNDER AGE of 21. It is also against the law to It is against the law to sell beer, ale, lie or furnish false information or wine to anyone under 21 years concerning age in order to obtain any old. form of alcoholic beverage. Penalty — Fine up to $200 or Penalty — Fine up $200 for first confinement up to 60 days. offense and mandatory driver’s (Code 61-9-40) license suspension of 90 days - six months. 7. DISORDERLY CONDUCT (Code 20-7-370/380, 61-9-50) Students found on any public highway or in any public place 3. TRANSFERENCE OF BEER OR who are intoxicated or disorderly WINE may be charged with disorderly It is against the law to give or conduct. transfer beer or wine to anyone under Penalty — Fine up to $100 or
238 Part V: Drug and Alcohol Policy confinement up to 30 days. test if arrested. If you refuse to (Code 16-17-530) submit to a urine and/or blood test, your driver's license will be 8. ALTERING AND FRAUDULENT suspended. There is no law that USE OF LICENSE states that you have to be given a It is against the law to lend, issue, driver’s license, provisional or sell, or use your license or anyone’s temporary. license or a fictitious license (fake (Code 56-1-1330, 56-5- ID) for an unlawful purpose. 2930/2940/2950/2990) Penalty — First offense fine up to $200 and/or confinement up to B. OTHER DRUGS 30 days, and mandatory driver’s 1. POSSESSION AND license suspension for 90 days-six DISTRIBUTION OF DRUGS months. It is illegal to have, to make, (Code 56-1-510/515, 61-9-50) or to intend to distribute any controlled substance, i.e., cocaine, 9. DRIVING UNDER THE crack, marijuana, etc. INFLUENCE (DUI) Penalty — Varies depending It is unlawful for persons under the upon the circumstances under influence of alcohol or other drugs to which the arrest was made and the drive. amount of drugs. Fines up to Penalty — Not less than $759 fine; $200,000, confinement up to 30 imprisonment up to 5 years; driver’s years, and mandatory driver’s license suspension six months- license suspension for six months- permanent. one year. (Code 56-1-1330,56-5- (Code 44-53-370) 2930/2940/2990) 2. DISTRIBUTION OF 10. FELONY DRIVING UNDER THE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE INFLUENCE CLOSE TO A SCHOOL If you cause bodily harm or death It is against the law and a separate to someone while under the influence offense to distribute, sell, make, of alcohol, drugs, or any or have a controlled substance within combination, you are guilty of a a "specified" distance of schools, felony DUI. technical colleges, and/or colleges/ Penalty — For bodily harm, universities. a fine up to $10,000 and/or Penalty — Fine up to $10,000, and/ confinement up to 10 years. For or confinement up to 10 years. death, mandatory fine up to $25,000 (Code 44-53-445) and mandatory confinement up to 25 years. 3. POSSESSION OR SALE OF (Code 56-5-2945) DRUG PARAPHERNALIA It is illegal to possess drug 11. CONSENT FOR TESTING paraphernalia; paraphernalia Anyone who drives on South includes, but is not limited to, such Carolina highways automatically things as: has given consent to a breathalyzer “Roach clips” — Clips used by
239 Part V: Drug and Alcohol Policy dentists to clip bibs around the In addition, research indicates that children of necks of patients. alcoholic parents are at greater risk than other “Bong” — Pipe that may or may youngsters of becoming alcoholics. not use water. “Carburetor” — Circulating tube with holes at each end. Tube may Federal Illegal Possession be made out of glass or metal. Penalties Controlled Substances Penalty — Fine up to $500 First conviction: Up to one year imprisonment (Code 44-53-391) and fined at least $1,000 but not more than $100,000, or both. After one prior drug conviction: At least 15 days in prison, not to Alcohol - Effects & Health Risks exceed 2 years and fined at least $2,500 but Alcohol consumption causes a number of not more than $250,000, or both. After two or marked changes in behavior. Even low more prior drug convictions: At least 90 days doses significantly impair the judgment and in prison, not to exceed 3 years and fined at coordination required to drive a car safely, least $5,000 but not more than $250,000, or increasing the likelihood that the driver will both. be involved in an accident. Low to moderate doses of alcohol also increase the incidence of There are special sentencing provisions for a variety of aggressive acts including spouse possession of crack cocaine: mandatory at least and child abuse. five years in prison, not to exceed 20 years and fined up to $250,000, or both, depending Moderate to high doses of alcohol cause marked on amount of crack possessed and number of impairments in higher mental functions, convictions. severely altering a person's ability to learn and remember information. Very high doses cause In addition, there is forfeiture of personal respiratory depression and death. If combined and real property used to possess, facilitate, with other depressants of the central nervous transport, or conceal possession of controlled system, much lower doses of alcohol will substances. There are also civil fines of up produce the effects just described. to $10,000 and denial of Federal benefits, such as student loans, grants, contracts, and Repeated use of alcohol can lead to dependence. professional and commercial licenses, up to Sudden cessation of alcohol intake is likely oneyear for first offense, up to five years for to produce withdrawal symptoms, including second and subsequent offenses. severe anxiety, tremors, hallucinations, and (21 U.S.C. 844 (a); 21 U.S.C. 853(a) (2); 881 convulsions. Alcohol withdrawal can be (a) (7); 21 U.S.C. 881 (a) (4); 21 U.S.C. 844a: life-threatening. Long-term consumption of 21 U.S.C. 853 a) large quantities of alcohol, particularly when combined with poor nutrition, can also lead to permanent damage to vital organs such as the brain and the liver.
Mothers who drink alcohol during pregnancy may give birth to infants with fetal alcohol syndrome. These infants have irreversible physical abnormalities and mental retardation.
240 Part VI: Campus Maps ATC Main Campus Map
Campus Buildings* Numbers Ashley J. Little Administration Building...... 100-200 300 Building...... 300 400 Building...... 400 500-600 Building...... 500-600 Campus Security...... 650 700-800 Building...... 700-800 Gregg-Graniteville Student Activities Center...... 900 Dale Phelon Information Technology Center...... 1000-1100 Health and Science Building...... 1200-1400 Maintenance Building...... 1500 CSRA Manufacturing and Technology Training Center.. 1800
241 Part VI: Campus Maps Ashley J. Little Administration Building - First Floor (100s) STAFF LOUNGE STAFF
VENDING WIA/ ATC FOUNDATION ATC COLLEGE VORHEES FINANCIAL AID OFFICE PER SONNEL
242 Part VI: Campus Maps Ashley J. Little Administration Building - Second Floor (200s)
243 Part VI: Campus Maps 300 Building (300s) OFFICE RESEARCH 303 LAB CLASSROOM
244 Part VI: Campus Maps 400 Building (400s)
245 Part VI: Campus Maps 500-600 Building - (500s and 600s)
246 Part VI: Campus Maps 700-800 Building - First Floor (700s) 701 Amphitheater
247 Part VI: Campus Maps 700-800 Building - Second Floor (800s)
248 Part VI: Campus Maps Gregg-Graniteville Student Activities Center (900s)
249 Part VI: Campus Maps Dale Phelon Information Technology Center - First Floor (1000s)
250 Part VI: Campus Maps Dale Phelon Information Technology Center - Second Floor (1100s)
251 Part VI: Campus Maps Health and Science Building - Ground Floor (1200s)
252 Part VI: Campus Maps Health and Science Building - First Floor (1300s)
253 Part VI: Campus Maps Health and Science Building - Second Floor (1400s)
254 Part VI: Campus Maps CSRA Manufacturing and Technology Training Center (1800s)
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