TECH TALK. Atlanta Technical College: Georgia s Best Technical College

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1 TECH TALK Winter Quarter 2010 Atlanta Technical College: Georgia s Best Technical College Preparing Our Students for the Global Marketplace Members of the Halle Exchange Program during a visit to the Pergamonmuseum in Berlin, Germany Apply by Dec 2, 2010 for Winter Quarter Apply by Feb 24, 2011 for Spring Quarter

2 From the President Turning the page to a new year brings new and exciting opportunities to impact a world that is becoming vastly more accessible as technology brings us into immediate contact with our global neighbors. According to Franklin Roosevelt, A nation, like a person, has a mind a mind that must be kept informed and alert, that must know itself, that understands the hopes and needs of its neighbors all the other nations that live within the narrowing circle of the world. Keeping pace with our changing world requires a commitment that benefits from connections that we make locally, throughout our state and nation, and with our neighbors abroad. As the technology that allows and maintains these connections becomes more accessible, we must ensure that we meet our neighbors educated, aware, and prepared to participate in a global society. To that end, Atlanta Technical College provides opportunities for education and career preparation in more than 100 programs of study in the areas of business and public service technologies, health and public safety technologies, and industrial and transportation technologies. Rigorous academic preparation is complemented by community and global awareness activities including our Halle Exchange Program with Felix Fechenbach Berufskolleg in Detmold, Germany. photo by Ron Witherspoon We are living in a time that encourages multiple forms of collaboration. As globalization blurs the borders between countries, each of us deserves the tools and education to become a world-changing force. With the resources and awareness that can be found at Atlanta Technical College, each of us can become the global citizen that we wish to be. Best wishes for a productive New Year, Dr. Alvetta Peterman Thomas, President of Atlanta Technical College Our Mission Atlanta Technical College, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, located in the city of Atlanta, is an accredited institution of higher education that provides affordable lifelong learning opportunities, associate degrees, diplomas, technical certificates of credit, customized business and industry training, continuing education and other learning services using state-of-the-art technology. The integration of academics and applied career preparation to enhance student learning is essential in meeting the workforce demands and economic development needs of the people, businesses, and communities of Fulton and Clayton counties. TECHNICAL CERTIFICATES OF CREDIT (TCCs) These short-term training programs generally take two quarters or less to complete. Students who enroll in TCCs may qualify for the HOPE Grant and typically take the classes to enhance their existing job skills or to acquire very specific skills that may help them reach short-term goals. For example, many students studying Computer Information Systems elect to take a TCC that will allow them to achieve CISCO Systems specialization. The same goes for healthcare students who enroll in our Patient Care Assisting TCC in hopes of landing a specific type of entry-level job. DIPLOMA PROGRAMS Atlanta Technical College offers a wide variety of diploma programs which typically take four to six quarters to complete. We offer studies in several areas, including Business, Media, & Information Technology; Technical and Skilled Trades; and Health & Human Services. On the following pages you ll find listings for dozens of programs, many of which offer day and evening classes. Eligible students enrolled in diploma programs may qualify for financial aid including the HOPE Grant. ASSOCIATE DEGREES Want to earn an associate degree? Atlanta Technical College is interested in helping you achieve that goal. Our college now offers students the chance to graduate with an Associate of Applied Technology degree in Hotel/ Restaurant/Tourism Management, Health Information Technology, Accounting, Marketing, Computer Information Systems, Early Childhood Care and Education, Fire Science, Pharmacy Technology, and Paralegal Studies. These programs take about two years to complete and, like all of our programs, are designed with the needs and expectations of industry in mind. Eligible students enrolled in associate degree programs may qualify for financial aid and/or the HOPE Scholarship. For more information about what we have to offer, visit or call us today at these laws (Title Vl, lx and Section 504) contact Harriet A. Ferrell, equity officer/career, planner/special needs, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Building, Student Affairs Division, Suite180, hferrell@atlantatech.edu. To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment, contact James Askew, career planner (special needs), Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180, jaskew@atlantatech.edu. Atlanta Technical College, 1550 Metropoli-tan Parkway, SW, Atlanta, GA Atlanta Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA , , to award associate degrees, diplomas, and technical certificates of credit. Atlanta Tech is also accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education, 41 Perimeter Center East, NE, Suite 640, Atlanta, GA 30346, 2

3 The path starts here. Follow these easy steps to apply to Atlanta Technical College. ADMISSION CHECKLIST Complete and submit the Application for Admission along with the one-time nonrefundable $20 application fee. Please note that ATC sets quarterly application and testing deadlines. All students applying for admission to Atlanta Technical College (ATC) must be 16 years of age or older; however, certain program standards may require that an applicant be 18 or older. Schedule a date and time to take your placement test. The Admissions Office will help you do this when you complete your application. If you have the required SAT, ACT, COMPASS, ASSET, or program-level English and/or mathematics from another college/university you may not be required to take the placement test. Official copies of any test scores must be obtained. Submit an OFFICIAL transcript directly from your high school or your GED transcript (scores). In addition, if you have attended other colleges/universities, copies of your transcripts* must also be obtained. Please have all transcripts sent to: Office of Admissions Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Parkway, SW Atlanta, Georgia Note: Proof of high school graduation or GED is required for admission to all diploma and degree programs except: Automotive Collision Repair, Automotive Technology, Carpentry, Welding, Culinary Arts, Visual Communications, Diesel Equipment Technology, and Electrical Construction and Maintenance. All students enrolled in these programs must earn a high school diploma or a GED prior to graduation from Atlanta Technical College. The college does not accept special education diplomas or certificates of attendance. For financial aid information call Students must meet quarterly deadlines and are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Eligible students are encouraged to apply for the federal Pell Grant, as well as Georgia s HOPE grant & scholarship. Veterans must complete and submit the VA Application online at Report for Orientation/Advisement/Registration session as notified in your official acceptance letter. * Students who wish to have college/university credit evaluated for anything other than program-level English or mathematics must complete and submit a transfer of credit form. Programs of Study BUSINESS TECHNOLOGIES Degrees Accounting Business Administrative Technology Computer Programming Database Specialist Management and Supervisory Development Marketing Management Networking Specialist Paralegal Studies Visual Communications Diplomas Accounting Business Administrative Technology Computer Programming Database Specialist Management and Supervisory Development Marketing Management Networking Specialist Paralegal Studies Visual Communications Technical Certificates of Credit Computerized Accounting Specialist Computer Hardware and Network Technician C++ Programmer Certified Customer Service Specialist CISCO Network Specialist Database Administrator General Office Assistant Human Resource Management Specialist JAVA Programmer Linux/UNIX System Administrator Microsoft Advanced Networking Microsoft Excel Application User Microsoft Office Applications Professional Microsoft Word Application Professional Office Accounting Specialist Paralegal Fundamentals Payroll Accounting Specialist PC Repair and Network Technician Small Business Marketing Manager GENERAL EDUCATION Technical Certificates of Credit Technical Communications ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Technical Certificates of Credit Certified Warehousing and Distribution Specialist PUBLIC SERVICE TECHNOLOGIES Degrees Early Childhood Care & Education Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism Management Diplomas Barbering Cosmetology Culinary Arts Early Childhood Care & Education Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism Management Technical Certificates of Credit Assistant Food Service Purchasing Agent Barbering for Cosmetologists Culinary Nutrition Assistant Culinary Nutrition Manager Early Childhood Exceptionalities Early Childhood Program Administration Infant and Toddler Child Care Specialist Prep Cook Shampoo Technician HEALTH TECHNOLOGIES AND PUBLIC SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES Degrees Fire Science Technology Health Information Technology Pharmacy Technology Diplomas Dental Assisting Dental Laboratory Technology Fire Science Technology Health Information Technology Medical Assisting Paramedic Technology Pharmacy Technology Practical Nursing Technical Certificates of Credit Basic Dental Assisting Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Emergency Medical Technician -Intermediate Firefighter I Firefighter II Healthcare Assistant Hemodialysis Patient Care Specialist Medical Billing Clerk Medical Coding Medical Language Specialist Patient Care Assisting Patient Care Technician Pharmacy Assistant Phlebotomy Technician Qualified Medication Aide INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES AND TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGIES Degrees Procurement Supply Chain Management Diplomas Air Conditioning Technology Automotive Collision Repair Automotive Technology Aviation Maintenance Technology Avionics Maintenance Technology Carpentry Diesel Equipment Technology Drafting Electrical Construction & Maintenance Electronics Fundamentals Electronics Technology Plumbing Welding and Joining Technology Technical Certificates of Credit Air Conditioning Technician Assistant Advanced Architectural Drafting Specialist Automotive Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Technician Automotive Body Repair Assistant Automotive Brake Technician Automotive Collision Major Repair Assistant Automotive Electrical/ Electronic Systems Technician Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning Technician Automotive Manual Drive Train & Axle Repair Technician Automotive Suspension & Steering Technician Aviation Maintenance Technician Avionics Bench Technician Basic CAD Drafter CAD Operator-Architectural Certified Construction Worker Commercial Truck Driving Construction Superintendent - Residential Diesel Drivability Performance Specialist Diesel Electrical & Electronic Systems Technician Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician Framing Carpenter Heating & Air Conditioning Installation Technician Industrial Electrical Controls Technician Plumbing Service & Systems Specialist Residential Plumbing Supply Chain Management Specialist 3

4 TAKE ADVANTAGE of our affordable enrollment rates Don t wait to experience what Atlanta Tech can offer. Apply by Dec 2, 2010 Orientation/Registration Dec 16 10, 2, and 5:30 pm Late Registration Jan 4, , 2, and 5:30 pm Quarter Begins Jan 5, 2011 Call Financial Aid Today at Instruction for Banner Web Payments 1. Visit and click on Banner Web. 2. Click on Enter Secure Area. 3. Read this page and enter your Student ID (9000XXXXX) and PIN click Login. 4. Click on Student & Financial Aid. 5. Click on Registration. 6. Click on Registration Fee Assessment. 7. Select a Term and Click Submit. 8. Click Pay Online. This is located at the bottom right portion of your screen. 9. Select a Term for payment. 10. Enter the balance that you are paying and Click Pay by Credit. 11. Enter your credit card information and Click Continue Credit Card Payment. 12. The next screen will serve as a receipt for this transaction. Print this page. You will receive an receipt at the address provided with your Credit Card information. Expanded Statement of Purpose Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is a comprehensive, urban, public, two- year community and technical college serving Fulton County, south of the Chattahoochee River. College programs provide accessible, high- quality post-secondary education that prepares the traditional and non-traditional student to enter the job market. The college awards associate degrees, diplomas and technical certificates of credit. Atlanta Technical College will seek to meet Metro Atlanta industry needs and student demands through the provision of state-of-the-art academic and career preparation, customized business and industry training, continuing education, and other learning services as outlined in the following major purposes: To provide access and awareness to Technical Education through its contribution to the economic prosperity, quality of life, and education culture of Atlanta s communities by increasing availability of credit and non-credit educational opportunities, strengthening community involvement, and raising public awareness of the benefits of technical and adult education; To insure student success through quality support services and techni- cal programs by providing quality programs and services that ensure the satisfaction, retention, and graduation of students for viable and consistent employment with local, state, and national companies that are equally satisfied with the quality of our graduates; To provide accountability through effective and efficient management that insures effective, adequately supported, and efficiently managed technical education, adult education, and economic development programs and services are available for all citizens of Atlanta; To develop Atlanta Technical College s internal workforce through the insurance of a sufficient, satisfied, and qualified ATC workforce needed to meet the demands of Atlanta citizens and businesses for quality technical education, adult literacy, and economic development programs and services; and To develop a high quality infrastructure for extended and enhanced services through the provision of sufficient and appropriate facilities, technology and equipment throughout Atlanta Technical College and its service delivery area to extend and enhance programs and services. Grievance Procedures for Discrimination, Harassment, and Other Student Complaints Atlanta Technical College is committed to ensuring an environment for all students that is fair, humane, and respectful. Please see the student handbook for more details. 4 COLLEGE Policies Payment of fees to the college is accepted in cash, personal check, cashier s check, or money order, made payable to Atlanta Technical College. VISA and MasterCard are also accepted. Fees do not include the price of textbooks, supplies, or tools which may be needed. Fees are 100% refundable when a class is canceled by the college. Students withdrawing from a course by the end of the third instructional day of the quarter and no shows shall receive a 100% refund of applicable tuition (hours below the 15-hour tuition cap) and applicable refundable fees, excluding the application fee. Students who withdraw from a course after the third instructional day of the quarter shall receive no refund. For those students receiving federal financial aid, the technical colleges shall make available Consumer Information that may be found at under the appropriate aid year s Handbook. Although there will be no refund of tuition and fees after the third instructional day, withdrawing students receiving Federal Pell Grant will have awards adjusted in compliance with the Return to Title IV process (R2T4) outlined in the Federal Student Aid Handbook. Refunds are processed by the Business Office. Fees are subject to change each quarter. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis at Atlanta Technical College. Mandatory fees include a $27 registration fee and a $16 student activity fee and a $4 insurance fee. Out-of-state students tuition fees are calculated at twice the resident tuition fees. International students tuition fees are calculated at four times the resident tuition fees. In addition to tuition and mandatory fees, other fees include a non-refundable $20 application fee, a $30 late registration fee, and a $35 graduation fee. Please note that the Georgia Student Finance Commission will not cover the $35 Instructional and Technology Support Fee. Please visit Banner Web at to authorize the Technology Fee from your HOPE Book Voucher or visit the Business Office for assistance. If you elect not to have the fee taken from your HOPE Book Voucher and you do not qualify for PELL funds, you will be personally responsible for the payment of this fee. ATC reserves the right to cancel any class. The courses listed in Tech Talk are tentative and subject to change. Any and all information contained in Tech Talk is subject to change. Please call Admissions at or visit for updated information. Fee maximums are set by the Technical College System of Georgia. Refunds of Books and Supplies 1. No refunds shall be made for used supplies and equipment such as cosmetology kits, diskettes, tools, and uniforms. 2. Refunds shall be made for books that are returned in new condition and accompanied by a receipt in accordance with the college s book refund policy. The book refund policy shall be prominently displayed in the bookstore.

5 Halle Exchangea student's perspective I m delighted to have had a chance to experience the Halle Exchange Program as a student delegate representing Atlanta Technical College. My trip from Atlanta, Georgia to Detmold, Germany was a journey that changed my life in many ways. A new-found meaning in my career path: In Germany, I had the opportunity to complete an internship at AFV Production/Media Company, assisting the staff as they produced commercials for various clients. The internship opportunity helped expand my knowledge about the film industry; how to conduct a film shoot and how to edit film in the post production process. The internship also allowed me to build on the skills I obtained through my studies in the Visual Communications program here at Atlanta Technical College. I was asked by the company owner to redesign a new business card and letterhead using the same company logo. Out of four designs I submitted, the owner chose one of my designs and this design has actually become the new business cards and letterhead for the company. I m so excited! My vision of design was enhanced: My Academic Advisor, Mr. Randolph, planned a day trip for the two Visual Communications (VCM) student delegates to visit the Bauhaus School of Design in Dessau, Germany. The tour of the museum, the interior architecture, and fixtures throughout the buildings helped me see how color, line, and shape can come together to produce harmony. I was blown away! I know my graphic design layouts will improve from this experience. Photographic skills improved: As a Photographer, I am always looking for wonderful settings, beautiful landscapes, and great subjects to capture through the lens. Having the wonderful buildings and landscapes around me in Germany, led me to further develop my photographic skills. My lens captured some beautiful surroundings and I learned to use the features on my camera in new ways. I took over 2000 photos while in Germany. Wow! The trip to Germany was incredible! This, indeed, was a life-changing event. Thanks to Atlanta Technical College, I am truly living my dream by seeing the world! Special thanks to the Halle Foundation and Atlanta Technical College for selecting me for such an outstanding opportunity and for showing me that nothing in life is unachievable. Deborah Johnson Visual Communications 5

6 Atlanta Tech Students Study in Germany and Gain a Competitive Edge If you visited Atlanta Tech s campus early in the fall, you might have noticed that not everyone was speaking English. In fact, 12 students and nine staff members spent much of their time practicing German. The group was preparing for a two-week educational and cultural experience in Germany as part of the Halle Exchange program. Guten Morgen! (Good morning!) and Wie geht es Ihnen? (How are you?) echoed throughout the college s hallways as the group prepared for its September 17 departure. For the majority of the visit, the group stayed in Detmold, Germany. The students and staff members lived with host families and attended classes at Felix Fechenbach Berufskolleg (FFB), which is Atlanta Tech s sister college in Germany. For much of the first week, the delegation visited civic and cultural institutions, meeting with the Director of the Lippe Chamber of Commerce, the Mayor of Detmold, and the Prince and Princess of Lippe. During a one-day excursion to Berlin, the group toured the Pergamon Museum, Parliament, and the Holocaust memorial, and met with the US Ambassador to Germany. For the rest of the trip, the students primarily remained in Detmold, focusing on gaining valuable work experience with local companies. Each person was paired with a German company in his field of study. After two weeks of cultural exposure and rigorous instruction, the delegation returned to Atlanta with piles of photos, heartwarming stories, incomparable international work experience, and a lifetime of memories. Danke schön, Germany! 6

7 Top: Dr. Alvetta Peterman Thomas, president of ATC greets Horst Klüter, president of FFB Faculty from FFB and ATC partner to teach an English class in Detmold ATC early childhood care and education student Tahirah Mujahid shows young children in Germany that learning can be fun Bottom: ATC carpentry student Christina Gunbay and host Moritz pose outside of their internship site Halle Exchange participants visit with Philip D. Murphy, the US Ambassador to Germany During a visit to the Lippe Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the group is treated to a presentation on the dual system of vocational training in Germany Culinary students Nikita Virella and Anthony Woods tour the state-of-the-art kitchen at FFB 7

8 NEWS White House Hosts the First Summit on Community Colleges Community colleges are at the center of Americans effort to educate our way to a better economy. -Dr. Jill Biden US DOE Awards Atlanta Technical College More than $400,000 Atlanta Technical College will receive $419,198 in grant funding from the US Department of Education s Predominately Black Institutions (PBI) program. The award will support Atlanta Technical College s Institute for Males (AIM), an on-campus auxiliary program designed to increase the enrollment and retention of males who wish to develop themselves by pursuing a college education. (Offi cial White House Photo by Samantha Appleton) On October 5, 2010 Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, convened the White House Summit on Community Colleges. The event was organized at President Barack Obama s urging to emphasize the important role that community and technical colleges have played and will continue to play in equipping Americans with the skills and education they need to sustain our competitive edge in the global economy. As a precursor to the summit, President Obama launched Skills for America s Future, a program encouraging business and industrial leaders to collaborate with community colleges to create curricula and training modules that prepare graduates to succeed in the workforce. The president urged Americans to enroll in community and technical colleges, stating that they offer viable options for high school graduates, the unemployed, and the underemployed. He set the aggressive goal of having an additional fi ve million community college degrees and certifi - cates awarded by Jill Biden Getting Americans back to work is America s great challenge. And community colleges are critically important to preparing graduates for those jobs. We are here today because community colleges are entering a new day in America, and here s why: For more and more people, community colleges are the way to the future. They re giving real opportunity to students who otherwise wouldn t have it. They re giving hope to families who thought the American Dream was slipping away. They are equipping Americans with the skills and expertise that are relevant to the emerging jobs of the future. They re opening doors for the middle class at a time when the middle class has seen so many doors close to them. President Obama These (community colleges) are places where young people can continue their education without taking on a lot of debt. These are places where workers can gain new skills to move up in their careers. These are places where anyone with a desire to learn and to grow can take a chance on a brighter future for themselves and their families -- whether that s a single mom, or a returning soldier, or an aspiring entrepreneur. And community colleges aren t just the key to the future of their students. They re also one of the keys to the future of our country. We are in a global competition to lead in the growth industries of the 21st century. And that leadership depends on a well-educated, highly skilled workforce. The PBI program supports colleges whose undergraduate enrollment is at least 40% African-American and at least 50% low-income or first-generation college students. The funds can be used for a wide range of projects, including programs that are structured to encourage elementary and secondary school students to pursue a college education and to develop tutoring, counseling, and service programs that improve academic success. In a prepared statement, US Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said, This program provides valuable resources to ensure that African-American students are successful in college. Schools funded by this program will play a vital role in meeting President Obama s goal for America to once again have the highest college completion rate by the end of the decade. A total of 23 colleges throughout the US received $10.8 million in grants from the PBI program. Along with Atlanta Technical College, five additional schools from within the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) received grants. The amount given to the six TCSG colleges accounted for 22% of the total grants and was the largest awarded in any state. Our colleges put forth a great amount of hard work to receive these funds, but the result was well-worth the effort, said TCSG Commissioner Ron Jackson. We want as many students as possible to realize the value of a college education. These grants will help us to bring more African- American students into our technical colleges classrooms and labs and, ultimately, help to create a better-educated and more versatile 21st Century workforce for Georgia and our nation. 8

9 PROGRAM PROFILE Pharmacy Tech What is a Pharmacy Tech? A pharmacy technician is a medical professional who works alongside a registered pharmacist. He prepares medications for dispensation, manages insurance billing and claims, labels prescriptions, manages sterile IV preparation, and counts pills. This profession is a great option for people who desire to enter the medical field in a short time. The primary distinction between a pharmacy tech and a pharmacist is that a technician does not counsel patients and must work under a registered pharmacist s supervision. Career Outlook According to the US Department of Labor, the pharmaceutical field is on pace to be one of the nation s fastest-growing industries. Robbie Howard, Pharmacy Technology Program Coordinator at Atlanta Technical College, explains why this field is expanding when so many others are shrinking. The primary reason this field is flourishing is the baby boomers, who are reaching the age when a lot of chronic diseases arise and there is a high demand for people who can properly dispense the prescriptions they need to treat their ailments. Tiffany Stoney, Pharmacy Technology Instructor and Infection Control Coordinator at the college, says that the field is even broader than most people realize. The average person is familiar with the retail options available in this industry. He sees pharmacy techs working in his local Walgreens, CVS stores, and Publix pharmacies. However, many people don t realize that pharmacy techs also work within inpatient facilities such as nursing homes, prisons, long-term care facilities, and hospice care centers. The career options for pharmacy techs are nearly limitless. With the emergence of mail-order pharmacies, our graduates are working with companies throughout the US. Atlanta Technical College s Program Atlanta Technical College offers three programs in Pharmacy Technology. Pharmacist Assistant Technical Certificate - prepares graduates for entry-level opportunities in retail and ambulatory care pharmacies Pharmacy Technology Diploma Program - track for students who desire to work in retail and ambulatory pharmacies or specialty care or inpatient facilities Pharmacy Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree - this program s graduates are proficient in all areas of pharmacy technology. In addition to the medical and operational courses offered in the TCC and diploma programs, students on this track also must pass general education and customer service courses, which prepare them for supervisory positions or advanced studies in the field. This program is ideal for anyone hoping to enroll in pharmacy school or continue his education at a traditional university. Areas covered in the associate degree programs include principles of dispensing medications, anatomy and physiology, pharmaceutical calculations, introductions to microcomputers, medical terminology for allied health sciences, principles of preparing sterile medications, and more. For information on any of the Pharmacy Tech programs visit or contact Robbie Howard, CPhT, MPH Pharmacy Technology Program Coordinator rhoward@atlantatech.edu Tiffany Stoney, CPhT B.S. Pharmacy Technology Instructor/ Infection Control Coordinator tstoney@atlantatech.edu Minimum Admissions Requirements (Please see the Atlanta Technical College catalog for specific program requirements at all levels) Must be 18 years of age Can not be convicted of a felony that occurred within the last five (5) years, and/or any conviction that was drug or pharmacy related. Completion of high school diploma or GED and submission of official transcript required to apply Achievement of minimum program admission scores in Reading, English, and Math Transfer of previous post secondary credits will be determined by the registrar. Student Performance/Graduation Requirements Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average and complete all required courses to graduate. Must complete PHR 1000 with a minimum letter grade of B or higher within two attempts Must pass MAT 1111 or MAT 1012 with a letter grade of B or higher within two attempts. 9

10 STUDENT LIFE Student Organizations Collegiate DECA Grant Harris An organization to promote an interest in marketing and the distribution of goods and services. Business and students work together to learn collectively, engage in state and international competition, and plan for further careers. International Student Club Nayera Salam An organization that represents enrolled international students and provides a forum to voice their needs and concerns to the International Student Advisors. ISC plans and sponsors events that unite international students, promote cultural diversity, and provide leadership training for international students. Phi Beta Lambda Bobby Sutton A non-profit educational association for students preparing for career in business, entrepreneurial, or business-related fields. Its purpose is to promote interest in the field of business and develop leadership qualities in students preparing for business careers. SkillsUSA Patricia Miller An organization for trade, industrial, technical and health occupation students. It offers leadership, citizenship, and character development programs to complete skill training. SkillsUSA members work together to improve the College, the work place, and the community; they also have an opportunity to compete in local, state and national skill Olympics for recognition and achievement awards in their chosen occupational skills. National Technical Honor Society Patricia Miller Open to all students in degree and diploma programs. Students must have completed 25 hours with a 3.5 Grade Point Average. This national honor society is service oriented with a focus on helping other students through activities such as tutoring or mentoring and assisting families in the local community who have special needs. 10 Accounting Club Shunda Ware The Accounting Club, known as NUMB RS, is a pre-professional and social club for accounting students and other interested individuals. Established in 2006, the mission of the Accounting Club is to broaden the student s appreciation of the profession of accounting. The Club promotes and expands students exposure to the accounting and business communities by instituting a strong network of professional contacts; facilitating communication between the community, administration, and students; assisting students in preparing for a career in the accounting profession; and sponsoring various programs to enrich the educational and social experiences at Atlanta Technical College. Culinary Arts Keith Carey The Culinary Arts Club is to unite its members in the bonds of friendship. To inform members of all activities and opportunities related to the culinary world. To help cultivate skills and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards. To help alleviate problems in the area of hardships to its members. To stimulate one another in the pursuit of knowledge and to be of service to the community and abroad. Visual Graphix Group Anthony Randolph The Visual Graphix Group mission is to enlighten Atlanta Technical College students to the fundamentals of Art and Design. The club plans to expose every member to the great opportunities that are available in the industry. The Visual Graphix Group intends to equip students with knowledge of the creative and technical process of visual art. We will network with professionals in the field of study, and also build a rapport with the community. The Visual Graphix Group will promote student/teacher relationships and establish a foundation that will propel our students towards the future with purpose and fulfillment. Foundation Setters For Future Minds Katie Day The purpose of FSFFM is to recognize the needs and desires of Atlanta Technical College (ATC) Early Childhood Education (ECE) students by providing a forum, support system and/or network where by ideas and communications related to school or business can be discussed. Student Government Association Jessean Banks The purpose of SGA shall be to serve and represent the student body, provide a channel through which students may exhibit leadership, recommend activities that enhance student life outside the classroom, and provide for constructive discussion(s) leading to improvement of the College. An additional purpose is to improve communication among students, faculty, staff and the community to promote a college spirit and loyalty to Atlanta Technical College. Student Leadership Council (SLC) is a committee of SGA, comprised of students interested in assisting the SGA with the hosting of campus events. Club Metro 1560 Norman Johnson Metro 1560 club is the arts and entertainment organization on campus. Students learn about the music entertainment industry and have opportunities to produce and perform creative works.

11 Manage your Future The Management and Supervisory Development associate degree program prepares experienced workers for the next step in their careers: entry into management and supervision. Program graduates who are experienced workers are prepared to perform management and supervisory functions such as employee training, labor relations, employee evaluation, and employee counseling and disciplinary action. Graduates of the program receive a Management and Supervisory Development Associate of Applied Technology degree. For more information contact Grant Harris at or gharris@atlantatech.edu. GED Testing at Atlanta Technical College TESTING REGISTRATION DATES (Report to the Admissions Offi 9 a.m.) November 3-4 December 1-2 For more information,contact Marilyn J. Arrington, GED Chief Examiner, at marrington@atlantatech.edu or

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13 Become a Certified Warehousing & Distribution Specialist Get on the FAST career track in just THREE MONTHS with Atlanta Tech s Certified Warehousing and Distribution Specialist Program. The metro area is a magnet for distribution centers of major retailers, manufacturers, importers, and distributors. The following companies have announced new distribution centers in the area: Dick s Sporting Goods, Newell-Rubbermaid, Unipart Logistics, and Petco. Earn a technical certificate of credit in just three months and get to work! Contact Warren Pincombe at or wpincombe@atlantatech.edu. Learn from the Best: Get started on a career in Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism Management Atlanta Technical College s Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism Program rises to the industry s demand for knowledgeable and efficient hospitality leaders, providing students with a practical as well as hands-on approach to learning. Students will receive an associate s degree upon completion that will launch them into the exciting world of hospitality management. Are you considering a career in hospitality? Do you enjoy working with people? Do you enjoy an upbeat work environment? Do you like to travel? Do you value the idea of working in an industry where opportunities for advancement are plentiful? If so, Atlanta Technical College has the right program for you. This associate degree program will prepare you for jobs such as: Front office manager Concierge Sales manager Assistant restaurant manager Travel agency manager Convention & meeting/event service manager Purchasing manager For more information, contact Tamoura Jones at or tjones@atlantatech.edu. 13

14 AROUND TOWN President Alvetta Peterman Thomas appeared on the October 6 edition of A Woman s Place to talk about how the college is preparing Georgians for new careers. Shontica Wallace, a student in the auto collision repair program, appeared on a later edition of the show to share her views on the challenges and responsibilities of working in a male-dominated career. On Tuesday, August third, members of the Atlanta Technical College staff and representatives from nearly a dozen community organizations gathered in John F. Kenney Park in Southwest Atlanta to participate in the 27th Annual National Night Out (NNO) crime and drug prevention event. ATC s recruiters distributed materials on program offerings while representatives from The Atlanta Technical College Institute for Males (AIM) shared information on the support services AIM offers to high school aged and adult males. More than 500 ATC book bags were given to youth attending the event. 14 Atlanta Technical College hosted a Fall Open House on Saturday, October 9. The college application fee was waived for all attendees and staff was on hand to answer admissions and financial aid questions.

15 Atlanta Technical College Open House BEST FEST Saturday, April 16, 2011 ON CAMPUS OR ONLINE, GET AN EDUCATION ON YOUR TIME Coming Soon! Full Online Programs Visit Atlantatech.edu for updates on online programs 15

16 AVIONICS Earn $100,000 per year! Atlanta Technical College seeks motivated students for its Avionics Maintenance Technology program. With experience, avionics technicians earn more than $100,000 annually, and those new to the field make about $42,000. Atlanta Tech also offers an Aviation Maintenance Technology program for those who wish to diagnose problems and repair aircrafts. Contact Mike Nwokocha at or