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2017-2018 Graduate Catalog 2017-2018 Graduate Catalog Tennessee Technological University Box 5012 Cookeville, TN 38505 931-372-3233 [email protected] www.tntech.edu/graduatestudies 1 Information Directory All inquiries and correspondence concerning the following areas should be addressed to: Graduate Studies Financial Aid College of Graduate Studies Office of Financial Aid Tennessee Technological University Tennessee Technological University Box 5012 Box 5076 Cookeville, TN 38505-0001 Cookeville, TN 38505-0001 Ph: (931) 372-3233 Ph: (931) 372-3073 or 1-800-268-0236 Fx: (931) 372-3497 Fx: (931) 372-6309 [email protected] [email protected] Records and Registration Office of Records and Registration Tennessee Technological University Box 5026 Cookeville, TN 38505-0001 Ph: (931) 372-3317 or 1-800-268-0242 Fx: (931) 372-6111 [email protected] Academic Offices College of Graduate Studies, Office of the Dean (931) 372-3233 College of Agriculture & Human Ecology (931) 372-3149 College of Arts & Sciences (931) 372-3118 College of Business (931) 372-3372 College of Education (931) 372-3124 College of Engineering (931) 372-3172 2 College of Interdisciplinary Studies (931) 372-3394 Whitson-Hester School of Nursing (931) 372-3203 International Education (931) 372-3634 Provost and Vice-President for Academic Affairs (931) 372-3224 Directory assistance for other offices is available through the main switchboard at (931) 372-3101. The University's web site address is www.tntech.edu. Tennessee Technological University is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution. The Tennessee Board of Regents is the nation's sixth largest higher education system, governing 45 post-secondary educational institutions. The TBR system includes six universities, 13 two-year colleges and 26 technology centers, providing programs to over 180,000 students in 90 of Tennessee's 95 counties. TTU /An EEO/AA/Title IX/Section 504/ADA Employer Message from the President Dear Student, Congratulations and welcome to Tennessee Technological University. As a graduate student, we offer you a place to focus on relevant work, to fearlessly pursue answers to problems that have global implications, and to diligently dedicate yourself to creating knowledge. Universities ultimately exist to create and transfer knowledge and to identify and develop human talent. During your personal experience here, you can expect that we will offer you the tools and environment you need to succeed. We strive to incorporate the latest technology throughout all disciplines. As our university focuses on the national priorities of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, we strengthen all our programs by infusing technological innovation across campus. TTU is also staying responsive to the needs of industry and to society. You will work with researchers, scholars and mentors here who maintain relationships with key industrial, government and community leaders. You have joined the company of an esteemed group – those who have chosen TTU to prepare them for success in their careers and in their life experiences. Our alumni hold positions as Fortune 500 CEOs, NASA astronauts, government leaders, renowned professors, respected researchers and other prestigious leaders. You will make a positive impact here. Congratulations for choosing to become an important part of Tennessee Tech University. Sincerely, Philip B. Oldham President 3 University Calendar This calendar is subject to change at any time prior to or during an academic term due to errors, emergencies, or causes beyond the reasonable control of the University. Please see the University Calendar web site at http://emsweb.tntech.edu/MasterCalendar/MasterCalendar.aspx for registration, fee payment, drop/add, and other important dates. For detailed listing of dates specific to graduate students go to www.tntech.edu/graduatestudies/gcalendar/ . Fall Semester 2017 August 28 Classes begin September 4 Labor Day Holiday-No classes October 16-17 Fall Break-No classes November 22-24 Thanksgiving Holidays-No classes December 8 Last day of classes December 11-14 Final Examinations December 16 Commencement Spring Semester 2018 January 15 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday-No classes January 16 Classes begin March 5-9 Spring Break April 27 Last day of classes April 30 - May 3 Final Examinations May 5 Commencement Summer Semester 2018 May 28 Memorial Day Holiday June 4 Classes begin for First and Full Term July 6 Final Examinations for First Term July 4 Independence Day Holiday July 9 Classes begin for Second Term 4 August 9-10 Final Examinations for Second and Full Term Notice The course offerings and requirements of the institution are continually under examination and revision. This catalog (bulletin) presents the offerings and requirements in effect at the time of publication, but is no guarantee that they will not be changed or revoked. However, adequate and reasonable notice will be given to students affected by any changes. This catalog (bulletin) is not intended to state contractual terms and does not constitute a contract between the student and the institution. The institution reserves the right to make changes as required in course offerings, curricula, academic policies, and other rules and regulations affecting students to be effective whenever determined by the institution. These changes will govern current and formerly enrolled students. Enrollment of all students is subject to these conditions. Current information may be obtained from the following sources: • Admission Requirements – College of Graduate Studies • Course Offerings – Department or Division Offering Course • Degree Requirements – Departmental Chairperson of Major • Fees and Tuition – Business Office The University provides the opportunity for students to increase their knowledge by providing programs of instruction in the various disciplines and programs through faculty who, in the opinion of the University, are qualified for teaching at the college level. The acquisition and retention of knowledge by any student is, however, contingent upon the student's desire and ability to learn and his or her application of appropriate study techniques to any course or program. Thus, the University must necessarily limit representation of student preparedness in any field of study to that competency demonstrated at that specific point in time at which appropriate academic measurements were taken to certify course or program completion. Any or all students may be required to take one (1) or more tests designed to measure general education achievement and/or achievement in selected major areas as a prerequisite to graduation for the purpose of valuation of academic programs. Unless otherwise provided for any individual program, no minimum score or level of achievement is required for graduation. Participation in testing and other evaluation measures are required for all students and for students in selected programs. In order to comply fully with this provision, the student must authorize the release of his or her scores to the institution. Individual student scores will be treated as confidential. Tennessee Technological University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution and is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1974, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1974, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990. The University is nondiscriminatory on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era. Inquiries or complaints concerning these policies should be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer, Derryberry Hall, Room 314D, (931) 372-3016. Faculty members will endeavor to make necessary accommodations for disabled persons in their courses. The Office of Disability Services is available to assist the faculty to make necessary special arrangements for disabled students. This Office should be contacted as early as possible by a student regarding assistance that may be needed for attendance at the University. Academic Policy Relative to Closing Due to Inclement Weather 5 GENERAL STATEMENT: Tennessee Technological University offices will remain open during periods of inclement weather even though classes may be canceled. In accordance with TBR policy, faculty, administrators, and staff of TTU are expected to make every reasonable effort to be at their work assignment on time, taking into consideration the personal risk involved. Administrators or staff employees who anticipate arriving late, or not arriving at work at all, should notify their immediate supervisor of this fact as soon as possible and request annual leave for the period of absence. If faculty members must be absent from assigned classes due to inclement weather, it is their responsibility to notify the appropriate chairperson and/or dean. The decision to cancel off-campus classes will be made by the Provost in close consultation with the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies and the coordinator of the affected off-campus center. The information will then be disseminated as quickly as possible by whatever means are available in the vicinity of the affected center. At times it may be necessary for the President to declare specific hours as emergency closing as the result of inclement weather or other emergency situations. In such cases, regular full-time and part-time employees on
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