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South Plainfield Campus 2021-2023 Official School Catalog Volume VII Revised and Effective, May 2021 At the time of publication, every effort was made to assure that this catalog contains accurate information. Please refer to the catalog addendum for any changes or revisions that have occurred since the catalog was published. LINCOLN TECHNICAL INSTITUTE 901 HADLEY ROAD SOUTH PLAINFIELD NJ 07080 1-800-305-3487 (toll-free) www.lincolntech.edu A Branch Campus LINCOLN COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY 7225 WINTON DRIVE, BLDG 128 INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46268 317-632-5553 This catalog certified as true and correct in content and policy. Jim Kuntz CAMPUS PRESIDENT Unless otherwise captioned, the photographs contained in this catalog were purchased from any of several reputable stock photo companies with which we have a license agreement. All photos containing equipment depict the kinds and types found in industry. South Plainfield Campus 2021-2023 Official School Catalog Volume VII Revised and Effective, May 2021 Table of Contents INTRODUCTION. .3 General Objectives 4 Our Mission 4 History of the School 4 Educational Philosophy 4 A Letter from the President & CEO 5 CAREER PROGRAMS . 6 Diesel and Truck Technology 7 Diesel and Truck Technology with Transport Refrigeration 8 Diesel and Truck Mechanics 9 Heavy Equipment and Truck Technology 10 Welding and Metal Fabrication Technology 11 Welding Technology 12 Course Descriptions 13 GENERAL INFORMATION. .16 Accreditation 17 Approvals 17 Memberships 17 Attendance for Blended Programs (where applicable) 28 Statement of Ownership 17 Make-Up 28 Compliance with City, State, and Federal Regulations 17 Consultation and Tutoring 28 Notice to Students 17 Student Advising 28 NonDiscrimination and Harassment Policy 17 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy 28 ADMISSIONS POLICIES . 18 Course and Academic Measurement 29 Admission Requirements 19 Grading 29 Orientation Program 19 Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) 29 Introductory Period of Enrollment 19 Introduction 29 Remedial Education 19 Qualitative Measure of Progress Veterans Training 19 (Grade Point Average) 29 FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION . 20 Quantitative Measures of Progress Financial Aid 21 (Pace of Progression and Maximum Time Frame) 30 Scholarships 21 Evaluation Period 30 Cancellation and Refund Policy 21 Failure to Meet Standards 30 State Refund Policy 22 Appeals and Probation 30 The Refund Process 22 Notification of Status and Appeal Results 31 GENERAL STUDENT INFORMATION . 23 Reinstatement 31 Housing 24 Treatment of Grades and Credits 31 School Facilities 24 Satisfactory Academic Progress for VA Beneficiaries 31 Learning Resource Center 24 Transcripts (Progress Records) 31 Tools 24 Transfer Credits 31 Educational Equipment 24 Withdrawals and Incomplete Grades 32 Class Size 24 Course Repeats 32 Holidays 24 Grade Appeal Policy 32 School Closing 24 Leave of Absence 32 Employment Assistance 24 Re-entrance 33 Student Complaint/Grievance Procedure 24 Graduation Requirements 33 Visitors 25 CAMPUS INFORMATION . 34 Official Student Communication 25 Our Staff and Instructors 35 ACADEMIC INFORMATION . .26 Corporate Administration 35 Class Schedules 27 School Administration and Faculty Addendum Certificate Programs 27 Holiday Schedule Addendum Student Conduct 27 Schedule of Fees Addendum Attendance 28 Class Schedule Addendum 2 Introduction INTRODUCTION. .3 General Objectives 4 Our Mission 4 History of the School 4 Educational Philosophy 4 A Letter from the President & CEO 5 3 Introduction General Objectives History of the School In May 2018, Lincoln Tech was approved to expand their program Lincoln Technical Institute (LTI) is Engine City Technical Institute (ECTI) offerings to include Welding and Metal committed to the advancement of career was established in Newark, New Jersey Fabrication Technology. education, and dedicated to individuals in 1930 by Mr. Edward McGovern Sr. In who desire to improve themselves and 1938 the school was closed to convert the Lincoln Educational Services their opportunity for career success. building to produce war supplies. In May of Corporation is a leading provider of During recent years, “Career” training has 1969 ECTI was re-founded by Mr. Edward diversified career oriented postsecondary finally achieved proper recognition in the McGovern Jr and the first evening class education. Lincoln offers recent high educational spectrum. The importance was launched in October of the same year. school graduates and working adults of acquiring a specific skill in order to be In September, 1970 a full time day shift degree and diploma programs in five employable has been dramatized by the vast was added to support increased enrollment. principal areas of study: health sciences, number of unfilled job openings for persons In August of 1971, the New Jersey automotive technology, skilled trades, with a specialized skill. Department of Education approved a 1250 hospitality services and business and Teaching skills to the unskilled, refining hour Diesel Engine Drive Train program information technology. the skills of the semi-skilled and helping and the first class in this program began Lincoln has provided the workforce them find gainful employment in the the following month. with skilled technicians since its inception industry is the overall objective of Lincoln In 1980 ECTI sought and received in 1946. Lincoln currently operates over Technical Institute. national accreditation with the National 20 campuses in 14 states under 3 brands: To this end, every effort is made to Association of Trade and Technical Lincoln College of Technology, Lincoln provide the finest training possible... Schools. NATTS as it was known at that Technical Institute, and Euphoria Institute training that is realistically attuned time changed its name in the mid 90’s to of Beauty Arts and Sciences. to the needs of industry and the rapid the Accrediting Commission of Career technological progress of our day. Training Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). Educational Philosophy programs are designed to provide students October of 2002 brought a change of Lincoln Technical Institute prepares each with skills that are marketable today and ownership for ECTI when Mr. Daniel student to meet the day-to-day challenges with knowledge that will allow them to Kasper purchased the school and became of an ever-changing world. At Lincoln, this grow and realize their maximum career the school’s Director. Under Mr. Kasper’s is achieved through a series of lectures/ potential in the future. leadership the school relocated to its current demonstrations, providing the student with An effective employment assistance 48,000 square foot facility located in South the knowledge to perform each task. A program makes it possible for Lincoln to Plainfield, NJ. comprehensive hands-on laboratory exercise fulfill its objective to provide a needed August of 2008 brought another change on technical trainers allows the student to and valuable service to the industry, the of ownership for ECTI when the school practice newly learned skills. Hands-on community, the nation, and most important was purchased by the Baran Institute of practical exercises on real-world equipment of all, to the student. Technology, East Windsor, Connecticut. allows the student to experience tasks Finally, in January, 2009, ECTI performed in the workplace. Although Our Mission underwent one more change of ownership not all classes will have the same amount when Lincoln Educational Services of West Lincoln’s mission is to provide superior of hands-on exercises, each class has the Orange, NJ purchased the Baran Institute education and training to our students appropriate amount for the skills taught. School Group which included ECTI. for in-demand careers in a supportive, Classroom instruction will always lead to In May of 2009, the approval process accessible learning environment, “hands-on” teaching and learning to apply was started to change the name to transforming students’ lives and adding the knowledge learned in the classroom. Lincoln Technical Institute, which value to their communities. Lincoln Technical Institute is proud of became effective August 1, 2009. The its many graduates who have taken their reason for the change is the result of goals place in the industry for which they were established in the long-range strategic plan trained, and will continue to exercise its for our institute and its parent corporation, leadership role in training persons for Lincoln Educational Services (LESC), marketable skills by continually revising and the perception of the institution to and updating programs as technological prospective students and employers. change occurs in the Industry. 4 Introduction A Letter from the President & CEO We believe education and training increase In addition to careful and detailed your self-esteem and enable you to work in a instruction, faculty, staff and administration rewarding and satisfying career. In order to provide ongoing support and encouragement. achieve our high educational standards, we You gain skills and confidence at LTI, so you carefully select qualified instructors that can achieve success here and in other areas offer competency and experience, as well as a of your life. caring commitment to each student’s success. It is our desire to provide you with the In the development of curricula, we ability and awareness to be of value in continuously monitor the current industry a technologically changing world. Your standards and update our courses regularly education and training here