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Grand Prairie Campus 2020-2022 Official School Catalog Volume XXXVI Revised and Effective, November 2020 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. Grand Prairie, TX Campus LINCOLN COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY 2915 ALOUETTE DRIVE GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75052 972-660-5701 800-777-0366 Additional Facility: 2501 EAST ARKANSAS LANE GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75052 A Branch Campus of: LINCOLN COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY 7225 WINTON DRIVE, BLDG 128 INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46268 317-632-5553 www.LincolnTech.edu This catalog certified as true and correct in content and policy. Michael J. Couling CAMPUS PRESIDENT This institution is approved and regulated by Texas Workforce Commission Career Schools and Colleges 101 E. 15th Street Austin, Texas 78778-0001 (512) 936-3100 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. Grand Prairie Campus 2020-2022 OfficialVolume XXSchoolXVI Catalog Revised and Effective, November 2020 Table of Contents INTRODUCTION. .3 Training Methods and School Facilities 4 Dallas – Fort Worth Metroplex 4 Purpose, Objectives, and Career Services 5 Our Mission 5 History of the School 5 Educational Philosophy 6 A Letter from the President & CEO 6 CAREER PROGRAMS . 7 Accredited Master Automobile Service Technology 8 DEGREE PROGRAM Automotive Service Management 9 DIPLOMA PROGRAMS Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Technology 10 Automotive Technology 11 Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology 12 CNC Machining and Manufacturing Technology 13 Diesel and Truck Technology 14 Diesel and Truck with Automotive Technology 15 Welding Technology with Introduction to Pipefitting 16 Course Descriptions 17 GENERAL INFORMATION. .24 Accreditation 25 Memberships 25 Statement of Ownership 25 Compliance with City, State, and Federal Regulations 25 Student Advising 43 Notice to Students 25 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy 43 Harassment Policy 25 Course and Academic Measurement 43 ADMISSIONS . 27 Grading 43 Admission Requirements 28 Satisfactory Academic Progress 44 New Student Orientation 28 Introduction 44 Introductory Period of Enrollment 28 Qualitative Measure of Progress Veterans Training 28 (Grade Point Average) 44 FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION . 29 Quantitative Measures of Progress Financial Aid 30 (Pace of Progression and Maximum Time Frame) 44 Refund Policy 30 Evaluation Period 44 Tools 32 Failure to Meet Standards 44 Scholarships 32 Appeals and Probation 45 The Refund Process 35 Notification of Status and Appeal Results 45 GENERAL STUDENT INFORMATION . 36 Reinstatement 45 Housing 37 Treatment of Grades and Credits 45 Holidays 37 Satisfactory Academic Progress for VA Beneficiaries 46 School Closing 37 Transcripts (Progress Records and Degree Audits) 46 Student Complaint/Grievance Procedure 37 Transfer Credits 46 Employment Assistance 38 Withdrawals and Incomplete Grades 47 Official Student Communication 38 Course Repeats 47 Visitors 38 Grade Appeal Policy 47 Educational Equipment 38 Leave of Absence 47 ACADEMIC INFORMATION . .39 Re-entrance 47 Class Schedules 40 Graduation Requirements 47 Certificate, Diploma and Degree Programs 41 CAMPUS INFORMATION . 48 Student Conduct 41 Meet Our Staff and Instructors 49 Attendance Policy 42 Corporate Administration 49 Attendance Policy for Internship 42 Student Holidays/Days Off 50 Blended Delivery 42 Schedule of Fees Addendum Attendance Policy for Blended Programs 42 Definitive School Calendar Addendum Make-Up 43 School Administration and Faculty Addendum Consultation and Tutoring 43 BMW Service Technician Education Program (STEP) Addendum 2 Introduction Training Methods and School Facilities 4 Dallas – Fort Worth Metroplex 4 Purpose, Objectives, and Career Services 5 Our Mission 5 History of the School 5 Educational Philosophy 6 A Letter from the President & CEO 6 3 Introduction Training Methods and wheel balancer/road force machine and the under revision to keep us current with School Facilities computerized 4 wheel alignment systems industry. in Automotive and Diesel labs as well Since 1946, when J. Warren Davies Lincoln College of Technology (LCT) is as the Detroit Diesels, Caterpillar, and founded the Lincoln Technical Institute dedicated to providing the specific training Cummings electronic engines that combine school system, emphasis has been on that puts you next to the professionals. for almost 10,000 running horsepower in practical training for the practical student. You’ll really appreciate the instructors at the Diesel and Truck Department are just We’re proud of that philosophy; and LCT, they not only can tell you the whys, a few examples of the training equipment you’ll be proud to have made the choice but they can and will show you the hows. available to enhance our student’s learning of LCT training. You will get hands-on training that prepares experiences in our classroom and labs. Dallas – Fort Worth you to cope with today’s technology and lays In touring our Skilled Trades Campus a solid foundation to enable you to quickly you will experience dynamic training. Metroplex master future developments. That kind of While in the Welding Department you Alive, Dynamic, Exciting, Growing: practical training sets LCT students apart will observe bright and modern classrooms That’s Dallas, Explore it! from the crowd. where the theory and safety behind the From the half mile square trading post Upon graduation, you enter the field welding processes is taught by dedicated on the east bank of the Trinity River in prepared to quickly become a skilled and experienced instructors. Moreover, 1841 to 859 square miles of Metroplex, technician. How far your skills take while in our welding lab you will witness, Dallas has achieved a stable diversified you depends entirely on you. LCT’s up-to-date equipment by major welding economy, a population of over 3 million, unique programs allow specialization or manufactures such as Miller, Lincoln a harmonious blend of cultures and comprehensive training depending upon Electric and Victor. The CNC lab area communities, and unending recreational, your desires, needs, and prior experience houses HAAS equipment such as multiple entertainment, and sporting events... or training. axis machines, lathes and mills. much more than the founding pioneers Lincoln College of Technology occupies As an added benefit, the curriculum ever envisioned. a modern 152,000 square foot facility with in use prepares our welding students for Discover spectacular entertainment air conditioned classrooms, labs, shops, the opportunity to take AWS (American year-round at Six Flags, State Fair Park, offices, and a resource center. Student Welding Society) welding examinations, Palace of Wax/Ripley’s Believe It or Not, parking facilities are located conveniently which are available in the following Mesquite Championship Rodeo, Fort near the school. processes; SMAW, GTAW, FCAW, and Worth Zoo, Epic Waters, and museums Tour our training center, and you’ll GMAW. We also offer training and too numerous to mention. find all the appropriate materials for the certification in the OSHA 10-hour course, If it’s professional sports you’re interested instruction of Automotive and Diesel which gives the graduate one more of the in, Dallas boasts some of the nation’s top and Truck Technology, Air Conditioning, necessary tools that they will need to better teams. The Cowboys, Mavericks, Stars, Refrigeration and Heating Technology, market themselves in the workplace. and Rangers all have the Dallas “home Collision, Computer Numerical Control While in HVAC we have same-style field” advantage. And don’t miss the (CNC), and Welding Technology. classrooms; however many of the actual classic collegiate rivalry between Texas and Although most hands on training is rooms are the lab for the various courses Oklahoma each fall. Also the popular New conducted on actual equipment, custom we teach. In our lab we also have industry- Year’s Day Cotton Bowl. educational trainers are utilized in Enjoy outdoor activities? Dallas has some instances when they provide the approved “Green” trainers manufactured by Hampden Engineering. They are made a special effort to provide you with best practical learning environment. A the ample space in which to play. Over 295 an industry leader in the manufacture comprehensive resource center is kept parks with over 15,000 acres of open space of HVAC training equipment. Our up-to-date for the benefit of those students are available for weekend football games or HVAC curriculum covers both domestic who wish to put forth that extra effort frisbee contests. Bachman, Mountain Creek, and commercial Air Conditioning and to learn more about their field of study. White Rock, and Joe Pool Lake offer over The resource center is convenient, and Refrigeration, along with design and layout 27,000 acres of water – if boating, swimming, the educational resources provide handy of these same systems. The training does and fishing are more to your liking. references for questions or problems. not end there: we also cover Warm Air Special events? The Dallas activity Our Engine Performance departments Heating and all the various systems that go calendar is full of them. Annual events features an abundance of pertinent along