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1 ATLA TA TECH ICAL COLLEGE PHILOSOPHY The strength of Atlanta rests in its citizens whose skills, values, and ethics make them a productive and competitive force. The men and women of Atlanta should be productive workers if the city and its environs are to attract new business and industry and strengthen existing companies that have enabled Atlanta to become the commercial hub of the entire Southeast. Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, marital status, or disability. Individuals should be provided programs and services that will enable them to develop and improve their academic skills, technical competence, and work attitudes. These attributes are necessary for job acquisition, retention, and advancement in a career that is personally satisfying, socially useful, and economically beneficial. Atlanta Technical College believes that opportunities in technical education must include general and technical literacy, academic skills and knowledge, technical skills, and the attitudes needed to enjoy life. To obtain employment, individuals must be competitive in today's job market, and they must possess the skills that will earn them promotions throughout their careers. Atlanta Technical College believes that the positive results of a literate and technical competent citizenry will accelerate Atlanta's continued appeal to existing, expanding, new, and emerging businesses and industries and will in turn contribute to the economic and social growth of individuals living and working in and around Atlanta. CORE VALUES These core values define our enduring character and are the primary reasons that Atlanta Technical College has been a strong community influence for so long. We are proud of our reputation in the community and our traditions of academic excellence and educational success. We honor tradition, yet seek to expand it, moving forward into the future informed by traditional values that transcend time, size, business and industry trends, management changes, or external factors. By maintaining these core values, we preserve what has always been special about Atlanta Technical College. Our core values are the guiding principles that direct our work as we fulfill our mission. Whether you interact with a staff member or an administrator, attend classes taught by one of our faculty members, or meet an Atlanta Tech student in the community, you will see these values at work. o Service o Academic Excellence o Respect and Integrity o Empowerment and Accountability o Creativity o Diversity o Community Atlanta Technical College s core values complement the Technical College System of Georgia belief system. i

2 MISSIO 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 County. The mission of Atlanta Technical College is composed within the philosophical framework of the Technical College System of Georgia. It is reviewed and approved annually by the faculty, staff, administration and the Board of Directors. EXPA DED STATEME T 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 and services 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-theart 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 ensure student success through quality support services and technical programs by providing quality programs and services that promote 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 ensures 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 assurance 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. code: AG ii

3 WARRA TY OF DEGREE, DIPLOMA, A D TECH ICAL CERTIFICATE OF CREDIT GRADUATES To demonstrate confidence in and commitment to quality technical programs which are relevant, current, and responsive to the stated expectations of Georgia's businesses and industries, that the Technical college System of Georgia will warrant every graduate from programs offering a technical certificate of credit, diploma, or associate degree in a state technical college according to the following stipulations. 1. The warranty guarantees that the graduate has demonstrated the knowledge and skills and can perform each competency as identified in the industry-validated Standard or Program Guide, and any program graduate who is determined to lack such competence shall be retrained at no cost to the employer or graduate. 2. A claim against the warranty may be filed by either an employer in conjunction with a graduate or a graduate if the graduate cannot perform one or more of the competencies contained in the industry-validated Standard or Program Guide, including failure to pass a State of Georgia required licensing examination. 3. The warranty is applicable only to graduates of any technical certificate of credit, diploma, or degree program who entered the program subsequent to the mandated standards of implementation date. 4. The warranty will remain in effect for two consecutive years immediately following the date of graduation and will be honored by any state governed technical college which offers the same program. 5. The warranty shall be issued in writing to each graduate who entered a program on or after the mandated standards implementation date for the applicable program standard. Warranty information is available on the Atlanta Technical College website or by contacting ACCREDITATIO 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 Technical College is also accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education, 41 Perimeter Center East, NE, Suite 640, Atlanta, GA 30346, / DISCLAIMER The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between students and the institution. While every effort will be made to ensure the accuracy of the material stated herein, Atlanta Technical College reserves the right to change any provision listed in the catalog, including but not limited to, the academic requirements for graduation, availability of courses, and programs of study, without actual notice to students; however, every effort will be made to keep students advised of such changes. Catalog updates will be posted on the college website. O DISCRIMI ATIO POLICY Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title Vl, lx and Section 504) or to request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment, contact Harriet A. Ferrell, Equity Officer/Career Planner Special needs, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Building, Student Affairs Division, Suite 166 B, hferrell@atlantatech.edu. iii

4 GREETI GS FROM THE PRESIDE T Atlanta Technical College has been a vibrant part of the Atlanta community for more than 40 years. The college has a proud legacy of educating men and women who make valuable contributions to the workforce. On the largest single-site campus in the Technical College System of Georgia, Atlanta Technical College offers an academic community that is intellectually stimulating and technically challenging. Our campus fosters lifelong learning, and we serve a diverse student body that represents all ages, cultures, and educational backgrounds. We offer more than 100 high-tech degree, diploma, and technical certificate of credit programs, ranging from studies in aviation maintenance to the latest in computer science; additionally, there are programs in industrial and transportation technologies, health and public safety technologies, and business and public service technologies. These course offerings mirror the demands of business and industry, and we are proud of our vibrant partnerships with corporate leaders. Atlanta Technical College is a place where you will discover the life-changing power of education. We will work hard to prepare you for a high-wage, high-performance career. Your success is our business, and we take our job seriously. Take time to read this catalog carefully. There is information contained herein that will enrich your experience and provide you with valuable information and insight. You will find everything you need to plan your educational experience. You are a valuable asset to the Atlanta Technical College community. Your life will be transformed by your experiences here. At the same time, this college community will also be enriched because of you. We welcome your leadership, scholarship, service, creativity and involvement. I invite you to witness the power of an education from Atlanta Technical College to become what you are meant to be! Warm Regards, Alvetta Peterman Thomas, Ed.D. President iv

5 DIRECTIO S TO THE MAI CAMPUS 1560 METROPOLITA PARKWAY, SW Driving from the orth: Take South to the University Avenue exit. Make a right onto University Avenue. Travel 3/4 mile to Metropolitan Parkway. Make a left onto Metropolitan Parkway and travel 3/4 mile. The campus will be on the left, and you will enter at a traffic light. Driving from the South: Take 85 North to the Cleveland Avenue exit. Make a right onto Cleveland Avenue. Turn left onto Metropolitan Parkway. Continue on Metropolitan until you reach the Atlanta Tech campus. The campus will be on the right, and you will enter at a traffic light. By MARTA : Take either the special Atlanta Tech bus (to the side door of our main building) from the West End MARTA Rail Station or the 95-Hapeville bus, which stops on Metropolitan Parkway outside the main gate. v

6 TABLE OF CO TE TS Philosophy i Core Values i Mission Statement ii Expanded Statement of Purpose ii Warranty iii Accreditation iii Disclaimer iii Nondiscrimination Policy iii Greetings from the President iv Campus Location v Table of Contents vi-xv Academic Calendar xvi-xix Introduction and History 1 STUDE T AFFAIRS 3 Student Affairs Division 4 General Policies 4 Admissions Procedures 5 Admission Process 5 Admission Requirements 5 Age 5 Education 5 Admissions Testing 5 Documentation of Residency and Citizenship 5 Application Deadline 5 Blood and Airborne Pathogens 5 Regular Admission 6 Provisional Admission 6 Learning Support Admission 7 Special Status Admission 7 Transient Student Admission 7 Non-credit Admission 7 Readmission of Former Students 8 Transfer Student Admission 8 Dual Enrollment Admission 8 Joint Enrollment Admission 8 International Student Admission 8 vi

7 TABLE OF CO TE TS - CONTINUED Home Schooled Applicant Guidelines 9 Advanced Placement/Transfer Credit 9 Tech Prep Admission 9 Military Training Credit 10 Credit for Courses Offered by Business 10 Credit by Standard Exam 10 Institutional Exemption Exam 10 Program/Major Change within the College 10 Residence Requirements for Degree/Diploma 11 State Residency 11 Exceptions 11 Procedures 12 New Student Orientation 12 Services for Students with Disabilities 12 Procedures for Requesting Services 12 Career Placement Services 13 STUDE T ORGA IZATIO S 14 Student Organizations and Activities 15 Accounting Club 15 Club Metro Delta Epsilon Chi (DEX) 15 Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership 15 Germany Student Exchange Program 15 International Club 15 Millennium Club 16 National Technical Honor Society 16 Phi Beta Lambda 16 Skills USA 16 Student Government Association 16 Student Leadership Council 16 Program Clubs 16 General Student Conduct Regulations 17 Student Appeals and Due Process 17 Student Conduct 17 Illegal Drug Statement 17 Disability-Related Complaints 17 vii

8 TABLE OF CO TE TS - CONTINUED Sexual Harassment Complaints 17 Children on Campus 17 Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act 18 Health Services 18 Electronic Devices in Classrooms and Labs 18 Student Representation in Governance 18 Student Rights and Responsibilities 18 FI A CIAL AID A D FEES 20 Federal & State Financial Aid Programs 21 Federal Pell Grant (PELL) 21 Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOC) 21 Federal Work Study (FWS) 21 Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally (HOPE) Scholarship 21 Student Eligibility 22 Eligibility Criteria 22 Application Process 22 Deadline Dates 22 Satisfactory Academic Progress 23 Maintaining Financial Assistance 23 Additional Sources of Financial Assistance 25 Veterans and Eligible Dependents Educational Benefits 25 Certify 25 Enrollment Status Changes and Withdrawals 26 Change of Program or Place of Training 26 Address Changes 26 Time Frame/Payment of Benefits 26 Educational Rates 26 Satisfactory Academic Progress 26 Social Security Benefits 26 Vocational Rehabilitation 27 Educational Costs 27 Explanation of Fees 27 Application Fees 27 Tuition Fee 27 Student Activity Fee 28 Registration Fee 28 Accident Insurance Fee 28 viii

9 TABLE OF CO TE TS CONTINUED Malpractice Insurance Fee 28 Late Registration Fee 28 Books, Tools, Uniforms, Equipment 28 Graduation Fee 28 Senior Citizen Fees 28 Employee Fees 28 Transcript Fee 29 Replacement of Student Identification 29 Academic Credit by Departmental Examination 29 Replacement Diploma 29 Parking / Decal 29 Financial Obligations / Payment of Fees 29 Drop/Add Period 30 Withdrawal Procedures 30 Refund Policy 30 Cancelled Classes 30 ACADEMIC POLICIES 31 Good Standing 32 Academic Warning 32 Academic Probation 32 Academic Suspension 32 Readmission 32 Attendance and Withdrawal Policies 32 Make-up Work 32 Assignments Missed During Disciplinary Suspension 33 Absence Due to Military Reserve or National Guard 33 Course Load 33 Full-time Definition 33 Double Majors 33 Grading System 33 Grade Point Average 34 Graduation Grade Point Average 34 Graduation Requirements 35 Honor Graduates 35 Letter Grades 35 Grade Appeal Procedures 35 Academic Dismissal Appeal Procedures 36 ix

10 TABLE OF CO TE TS CONTINUED Grade Change Procedures 36 Repeating a Course 36 Work Ethics Grade 36 Student Records 37 Release of Student Records 37 Change of Address 37 Registration 38 Academic Advisement 38 Web Registration 38 Georgia Virtual Technical College 38 ECO OMIC DEVELOPME T 39 Quick Start 40 Certified Specialist Programs 40 ACT Center 40 Georgia Fatherhood Program 42 Georgia Work Ready Certification 42 Georgia Business Expansion Support Act 42 Customized Contract Training Programs 42 Continuing Education 42 ACADEMIC A D LEAR I G SUPPORT SERVICES 43 Library and Media Services 44 Learning Support Center 46 Bilingual Services/Vocational English as a Second Language 47 ESL Course Objectives 47 Beginning English as a Second Language 47 Intermediate English as a Second Language 47 Advanced Beginning English as a Second Language 47 Advanced English as a Second Language 47 General Education 47 Research 47 Writing 47 Reading 47 Oral Communication 48 Mathematics 48 Social-Psycho Behavior 48 Learning Support/ESL Courses 48 x

11 TABLE OF CO TE TS CONTINUED General Core Requirements 49 PROGRAMS OF STUDY 51 Programs of Study Description 52 ACCOU TI G PROGRAM 53 Accounting - Associate Degree 54 Accounting - Diploma 56 Computer Accounting Specialist - Certificate 58 Office Accounting Specialist - Certificate 59 Payroll Accounting Specialist 60 AIR CO DITIO I G TECH OLOGY 61 Air Conditioning Technology - Diploma 62 Air Conditioning Technician Assistant - Certificate 63 Heating and Air Conditioning Installation Technician - Certificate 64 AUTO COLLISIO REPAIR 65 Automotive Collision Repair - Diploma 66 Automotive Collision Major Repair Assistant - Certificate 68 AUTOMOTIVE TECH OLOGY 69 Automotive Technology - Diploma 70 Automotive Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Technician - Certificate 72 Automotive Body Repair Assistant - Certificate 73 Automotive Brake Technician - Certificate 74 Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems - Certificate 75 Automotive Heating/Air Conditioning Technician - Certificate 76 Automotive Manual Drive Train/Axel Repair Technician - Certificate 77 Automotive Suspension and Steering Technician - Certificate 78 AVIATIO MAI TE A CE TECH OLOGY 79 Aviation Maintenance Technology - Diploma 80 Avionics Maintenance Technology - Diploma 82 Aviation Maintenance Technician - Certificate 84 Avionics Bench Technician - Certificate 85 BARBERI G 86 Barbering - Diploma 87 Barbering for Cosmetologists - Certificate 89 BUSI ESS A D OFFICE TECH OLOGY 90 Business Administrative Technology - Associate Degree 91 Business Administrative Technology - Diploma 93 General Office Assistant - Certificate 95 Microsoft Excel Application User - Certificate 96 xi

12 TABLE OF CO TE TS CONTINUED Microsoft Office Applications Professional - Certificate 97 Microsoft Word Application Professional - Certificate 98 CARPE TRY 99 Carpentry - Diploma 100 Acoustical Drywall Installation - Certificate 102 Certified Construction Worker - Certificate 103 Framing Carpenter - Certificate 104 CERTIFIED ECO OMIC DEVELOPME T 105 Certified Customer Service Specialist - Certificate 106 Certified Warehousing and Distribution Specialist - Certificate 107 COMMERCIAL TRUCK DRIVI G 108 Commercial Truck Driving - Certificate 109 COMPUTER I FORMATIO SYSTEMS 110 Computer Information Systems (Computer Programming) - Associate Degree 111 Computer Information Systems (Database Specialist) - Associate Degree 113 Computer Information Systems (Networking Specialist) - Associate Degree 115 Computer Information Systems (Computer Programming) - Diploma 117 Computer Information Systems (Database Specialist) - Diploma 119 Computer Information Systems (Networking Specialist) - Diploma 120 C++ Programmer - Certificate 122 CISCO Network Specialist - Certificate 123 Computer Hardware and Network Technician - Certificate 124 Database Administrator - Certificate 125 JAVA Programmer - Certificate 126 Linux/Unix Administrator - Certificate 127 Microsoft Advanced Networking - Certificate 128 CO STRUCTIO MA AGEME T 129 Construction Superintendent Residential - Certificate 130 COSMETOLOGY 131 Cosmetology - Diploma 132 Shampoo Technician - Certificate 134 CULI ARY ARTS 135 Culinary Arts - Diploma 136 Assistant Food Service Purchasing Agent - Certificate 138 Culinary Nutrition Assistant - Certificate 139 Culinary Nutrition Manager - Certificate 140 Prep Cook - Certificate 141 xii

13 TABLE OF CO TE TS CONTINUED DE TAL ASSISTI G 142 Dental Assisting - Diploma 143 Basic Dental Assisting I - Certificate 145 DE TAL LABORATORY TECH OLOGY 146 Dental Laboratory Technology - Diploma 147 DIESEL EQUIPME T TECH OLOGY 149 Diesel Equipment Technology - Diploma 150 Diesel Drivability Performance Specialist 152 Diesel Electrical/Electronics Systems Technician - Certificate 153 Diesel Engine Service Technician - Certificate 154 Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician - Certificate 155 DISTRIBUTIO -MATERIALS MA AGEME T 156 Procurement - Associate Degree 157 Supply Chain Management - Associate Degree 159 Supply Chain Management Specialist - Certificate 161 DRAFTI G 162 Drafting - Diploma 163 Advanced Architectural Drafting Specialist - Certificate 165 Basic CAD Drafter - Certificate 166 CAD Operator Architectural - Certificate 167 EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE A D EDUCATIO 168 Early Childhood Care and Education - Associate Degree 169 Early Childhood Care and Education - Diploma 171 Early Childhood Program Administration - Certificate 173 Early Childhood Exceptionalities - Certificate 174 Infant and Toddler Child Care Specialist - Certificate 175 ELECTRICAL CO STRUCTIO A D MAI TE A CE 176 Electrical Construction & Maintenance - Diploma 177 Commercial Wiring - Certificate 179 Industrial Electrical Controls Technician - Certificate 180 Residential Wiring - Certificate 181 ELECTRO ICS A D TELECOMMU ICATIO S 182 Electronics Fundamentals - Diploma 183 Electronics Technology - Diploma 185 FIRE SCIE CE TECH OLOGY 187 Fire Science Technology - Associate Degree 188 Fire Science Technology - Diploma 190 xiii

14 TABLE OF CO TE TS CONTINUED Fire Fighter I - Certificate 191 Fire Fighter II - Certificate 192 HEALTH CARE ASSISTA T 193 Healthcare Assistant - Certificate 194 HEALTH I FORMATIO TECH OLOGY 195 Health Information Technology - Associate Degree 196 Health Information Technology - Diploma 198 HOTEL-RESTAURA T-TRAVEL MA AGEME T 200 Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism Management - Associate Degree 201 Hotel Restaurant Tourism Management - Diploma 203 MA AGEME T-SUPERVISORY DEVELOPME T 205 Management and Supervisory Development - Associate Degree 206 Management and Supervisory Development - Diploma 208 Human Resource Management Specialist - Certificate 210 MARKETI G MA AGEME T 211 Marketing Management - Associate Degree 212 Marketing Management - Diploma 214 Small Business Marketing Manager - Certificate 216 MEDICAL ASSISTI G 217 Medical Assisting - Diploma 218 Medical Billing Clerk - Certificate 220 Medical Coding - Certificate 221 Medical Language Specialist - Certificate 222 MEDICAL LABORATORY TECH OLOGY 223 Phlebotomy Technician - Certificate 224 PARALEGAL STUDIES 225 Paralegal Studies - Associate Degree 226 Paralegal Studies - Diploma 228 Paralegal Fundamentals - Certificate 230 PARAMEDIC TECH OLOGY 231 Paramedic Technology - Diploma 232 Emergency Medical Technician - Basic - Certificate 234 Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate - Certificate 235 PHARMACY TECH OLOGY 236 Pharmacy Technology - Associate Degree 237 Pharmacy Technology - Diploma 239 Pharmacist's Assistant - Certificate 241 xiv

15 TABLE OF CO TE TS CONTINUED PLUMBI G 242 Plumbing - Diploma 243 Plumbing Service and Systems Specialist - Certificate 245 Residential Plumbing - Certificate 246 PRACTICAL URSI G A D RELATED PROGRAMS 247 Practical Nursing 248 Hemodialysis Patient Care Specialist - Certificate 250 Patient Care Assisting - Certificate 251 Patient Care Technician - Certificate 252 Qualified Medication Aide - Certificate 253 TECH ICAL COMMU ICATIO S 254 Technical Communications - Certificate 255 VISUAL COMMU ICATIO S 256 Visual Communications - Associate Degree 257 Visual Communications - Diploma 259 WELDI G A D JOI I G TECH OLOGY 261 Welding and Joining Technology - Diploma 262 Electric Arc Welding - Certificate 264 Ornamental Iron Fabricator - Certificate 265 Vertical Shielded Metal Arc Welding Fabricator - Certificate 266 COURSE DESCRIPTIO S 267 ADMI ISTRATIO A D FACULTY 382 xv

16 Atlanta Technical College Academic Calendar WI TER QUARTER 2010 Financial Aid Application Deadline Application & Credential Deadline (Transcript/Test Scores) Learning Support Registration (Current Students) Financial Aid Documents Deadline New Learning Support Registration New Student Orientation/Registration (2 days) Last Day for Admissions Testing Verify Financial Aid Award Online Late Registration (Fee Applies) Schedules will be dropped for Nonpayment Quarter Begins Drop/Add Last Day to Withdraw and Receive a Refund Add Classes Only Holiday - (Martin L. King, Jr. Birthday Observance - College Closed) Statewide Instructor Meeting - No Day Credit Classes/Evening Classes Meet as Scheduled Graduation Applications Due to Registrar Mid-Quarter Advisement for Returning Students (By Appointment) Registration for Returning Students Spring Schedules Dropped for Non-Payment Learning Support Registration (Current Students) Last Day of Class Final Exams Grades Due to Registrar Dates are Subject to Change. Consult for updates December 1 December 3 December 16 December 15 December 10 a.m. December 2 p.m., or 5 p.m. December 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. December 18 December 19 January 5 January 5 January 6 January 6-13 January 8 January 9-13 January 18 February 4 February 1 February 11 February 8-26 February March 11 March 17 March 18 March March 23 xvi

17 SPRI G QUARTER 2010 Financial Aid Application Deadline Learning Support Registration (Current Students) Financial Aid Documents Deadline Application & Credential Deadline (Transcript/Test Scores) New Learning Support Registration New Student Orientation/Registration (2 days) Verify Financial Award Online Late Registration (Fee Applies) Quarter Begins Drop/Add Last Day to Withdraw and Receive a Refund Add Classes Only Graduation Applications Due to Registrar Mid-Quarter Advisement for Returning Students (By Appointment) Registration for Returning Students Holiday (Memorial Day - College Closed) Summer Schedules will be Dropped for Non-payment Learning Support Registration (Current Students) Last Day of Class Final Exams Grades Due to Registrar Commencement Exercises (Graduation) Dates are Subject to Change. Consult for updates March 1 March 17 March 15 March 11 March 10 a.m. March 2 p.m. or 5 p.m. March 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. March 27 April 5 April 6 April 6-8 April 8 April 9-12 April 26 May 10 May 3-28 May May 31 June 4 June 15 June 16 June June 18 June 18 xvii

18 SUMMER QUARTER 2010 Financial Aid Application Deadline June 1 Application & Credential Deadline (Transcript/Test Scores) June 3 Financial Aid Documents Deadline June 15 New Learning Support Registration New Student Orientation/Registration (2 days) June 10 a.m. June 2 p.m., or 5 p.m. Last Day for Admissions Testing June 21 Holiday (Independence Day - College Closed) July 1 Late Registration (Fee Applies) July 5 Schedules will be Dropped for Non-payment July 6 Quarter Begins July 6 Drop/Add July 6-12 Last Day to Withdraw and Receive a Refund July 8 Graduation Applications Due to Registrar August 5 Mid-Quarter August 9 June 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. Registration for Returning Students August 9-31 Holiday (Labor Day - College Closed) September 6 Learning Support Registration (Current Students) September 9 Last Day of Class September 13 Final Exams September Quarter Ends/Grades Due to Registrar September 16 Dates are Subject to Change. Consult for updates xviii

19 FALL QUARTER 2010 Financial Aid Application Deadline September 1 Application & Credential Deadline (Transcript/Test Scores) September 2 Financial Aid Documentation Deadline September 15 New Learning Support Registration New Student Orientation/Registration September 10 a.m. September 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. September 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. or 5 p.m. Last Day for Admissions Testing September 16 Late Registration (Fee Applies) September 28 Schedules will be dropped for non-payment September 28 Quarter Begins September 29 Drop/Add September 29-October 1 Last Day to Withdraw and Receive a Refund September 30 Add Classes only October 2-5 Graduation Applications Due to Registrar October 28 Mid-Quarter November 2 Advisement for Returning Students (By Appointment) October 25-November 30 Registration for Returning Students November 2-30 Planning/Staff Development (No Classes) November 24 Holiday (Thanksgiving _ College Closed) November 25 Learning Support Registration (Current Students) December 8 Last Day of Class December 9 Final Exams December 9-13 Grades Due to Registrar December 14 Winter Holidays (College Closed) December 20-January 4 Dates are Subject to Change. Consult for updates xix

20 I TRODUCTIO Atlanta Technical College is a postsecondary college under the governance of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). As one of 23 technical colleges in the state, Atlanta Technical College adheres to the policies and requirements set forth by the TCSG. Atlanta Technical College prepares students for the world of work. The Community The location of Atlanta Technical College, in the southwestern corner of the city of Atlanta, places the college on an excellent site to provide maximum involvement in the city's exciting and progressive business, industrial, cultural, and educational communities. Atlanta is the corporate headquarters for many well-known companies such as AGL, AT&T Mobility LLC, CNN, Coca-Cola, the Southern Company, Delta Air Lines and Turner Broadcasting Company. Host of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games, Atlanta is home to several professional sports teams including the Atlanta Braves baseball team, the Atlanta Hawks basketball team, the Atlanta Dream women s basketball team, the Atlanta Falcons football team, and the Atlanta Thrashers hockey team. Facilities Atlanta Technical College occupies a 48-acre campus on Metropolitan Parkway. Quality technical education requires laboratory facilities comparable to workplaces in business and industry. An annual budget of more than $27 million keeps the training environment current with state-of-the-art technology. Budget expenditures have been generously supplemented with donations of equipment and technical advice from corporations committed to technical education. These business partnerships foster a new level of cooperation to enhance technical education. 1

21 History Tracing its origin through six decades, the college has grown from fairly modest beginnings. Atlanta Technical College was established as Smith-Hughes Vocational School at 232 Pryor Street, and first enrolled adults in vocational education in 1945 following World War II. The school was moved in 1964 to Smith High School at 535 Hill Street and renamed Hoke Smith Technical Institute. At that time, about 24 occupational programs were offered. Federal funding for vocational education in the late 1960s promoted the concept of area vocational technical schools. In 1967, the school was reorganized as Atlanta Area Technical School and was moved to its current southwest campus, enrolling its first students in the new facilities in January In 1953, the Northside extension campus, Tuxedo Center, was opened at 4191 Northside Drive in northwest Atlanta. The Child Care Center and Ferguson Hall Annex were completed the same year. In 1997, the school's name was changed to Atlanta Technical Institute and the institution became part of the Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education. Dr. Brenda Watts Jones was tapped to become president, making her the first African-American woman in Georgia to lead a technical institution. In June 1999, Atlanta Technical Institute completed a $1.3 million renovation of its south entrance facade. The renovation provided covered walks and outdoor seating plazas. On July 1, 2000, the name was changed to Atlanta Technical College. Ground was broken in December 2007 for a $14.2 million Allied Health and Technology Complex that is scheduled to open in the fall of With an average quarterly enrollment of 3,800 students, Atlanta Tech offers associate degrees, diploma programs, technical certificates of credit, and continuing education short-term courses. In addition to day and evening class schedules, hybrid schedules are also offered. Additionally, Atlanta Technical College, through its Economic Development Division, develops customized training courses for business and industry. Students who complete their programs at Atlanta Technical College are prepared for the world of work. Atlanta Technical College has produced six state GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) winners and four state PRIDE (Performance Recognition Indicating Demonstrated Excellence) winners. GOAL is the highest award given to outstanding technical students in Georgia. In addition to having an excellent track record in producing winners in state competitions, students who attend Atlanta Technical College have also excelled in regional and national competitions representing student associations and organizations. Atlanta Technical College provides an exceptional education to a diverse group of students, representing ethnic groups from around the world, younger and older people, high school and College graduates, persons with special needs, and persons with varied backgrounds, training requirements, and interests. Women are enrolled in nontraditional occupational training programs such as Automotive Technology, Carpentry, and Welding and Joining Technology. 2

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23 Student Affairs Division The Student Affairs Division is designed to create an environment that will serve the total development of students. The division is a multifaceted unit, which includes admissions, orientation, recruitment, career guidance, student activities, job placement, and assistance to students with special needs. The purposes of these activities are: to ensure that admissions and other Student Affairs are approached from the perspective of students; and to ensure that the policies, procedures, and programs affecting students provide them with opportunities to reach their technical and career goals, both curricular and co-curricular. The accomplishment of this mission promises to produce citizens who are able to live meaningful and productive lives, and who are prepared to compete in a global market. General Policies Atlanta Technical College is open to all persons who are eligible for admission and is committed to serving the educational needs of all who apply, without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, marital status, disability, political affiliation or belief. Admission to a Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) college is a multi-step process which consists of the evaluation of prior academic experience and an assessment for postsecondary readiness of eligible applicants. Admission to specific programs requires that applicants demonstrate potential for success as measured by satisfactory placement test scores and completion of all Admissions Requirements. Applicants whose test scores indicate that additional educational preparation is needed will be required to satisfactorily complete appropriate learning support courses to prepare for their programs. Learning support services such as Vocational English as a Second Language (ESL), tutorial labs, and face to face tutorials also help prepare students for program success. Applicants who submit misleading information will be subject to denial or dismissal without a refund. All credentials submitted become and remain the property of Atlanta Technical College and will neither be returned to the applicant, duplicated, nor transferred to another institution. Graduates of non-accredited or non-state approved schools are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Applicants with an incomplete file or application received after the deadline may be choose to be processed for special admission status. 4

24 Admission Procedures Admission Requirements It is the mission of the college to assist students in achieving their personal and professional goals. It is the responsibility of the student to complete the requirements for admission. Age: Applicants for admission must be at least sixteen (16) years of age. Applicants for Cosmetology and Allied Health programs must be seventeen (17) years of age or older. Education: Educational requirements are determined by the Technical College System of Georgia and the College. Requirements vary according to the program of study. A high school diploma or the equivalent GED is desirable but is not an entrance requirement for all programs. However, all applicants must have graduated from high school or completed the GED requirements prior to graduation from any program. Applicants who have completed (C or better) a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours at the degree level may submit official college transcripts in lieu of high school diploma or GED. Home-schooled student documents will be accepted according to Technical College System of Georgia policy. Admissions Testing: Applicants must take the required COMPASS or ASSET placement test or submit satisfactory SAT I or ACT test scores. Test scores will be considered valid for a period of five years. Documentation of Residency and Citizenship: Applicants for admission must provide two forms of proof to support a claim for in-state residency, permanent resident citizenship status, and refugee status. If you are under 24 years of age and are a claimed dependent of a parent/guardian, we will need two forms of proof from your parent(s) or legal guardian as outlined in the Petition for Georgia Residency. This information must be received if you are seeking Georgia residency. A listing of acceptable documentation is available in the admissions office. Application Deadline: Applicants for admission to degree, diploma, and technical certificate of credit programs are asked to have all documents (transcripts, test scores, etc.) on file in the Admissions Office according to the deadline dates, published in the school calendar. Applicants with an incomplete file or application received after the deadline may choose to be processed for special admission status. Blood and Airborne Pathogens: Students enrolled in Category I and II programs at Atlanta Technical College will be performing tasks in which there is a normal occurrence for exposure to blood, other potentially infectious body materials, and airborne pathogens. These tasks will be performed in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical activities for each occupational training program/course. Students will be required to present documentation of Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis immunizations as a result of potential occupational exposure. Students should contact their program directors for more information. CATEGORY I STUDENT OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMS/COURSES INVOLVED: The technical college student occupational programs or courses involved in the performance of Category I tasks are: 1. BARBERING 2. COSMETOLOGY 3. DENTAL ASSISTING 4. DENTAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY 5. EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE & EDUCATION 6. EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN / FIREFIGHTER 7. HEMODIALYSIS PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN 8. MEDICAL ASSISTING 9. PARAMEDICS 10. PATIENT CARE ASSISTING 11. PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN 12. PHARMACIST'S ASSISTANT 13. PHARMACY TECHNOLOGY 14. PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN 15. PRACTICAL NURSING 5

25 CATEGORY II STUDENT OCCUPATIONAL AREAS INVOLVED: The technical college student occupational programs or courses involved in the performance of Category II tasks are: 1. BARBERING 2. COSMETOLOGY 3. CULINARY ARTS 4. DENTAL ASSISTING 5. DENTAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY 6. EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE & EDUCATION 7. EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN/FIREFIGHTER 8. HEMODIALYSIS PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN 9. MEDICAL ASSISTING 10. PARAMEDICS 11. PATIENT CARE ASSISTING 12. PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN 13. PHARMACIST'S ASSISTANT 14. PHARMACY TECHNOLOGY 15. PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN 16. PRACTICAL NURSING Regular Admission Applicants are asked to submit the following information to the Admissions Office. 1. A completed application for admission with a $20 (nonrefundable) application fee 2. Applicants who have completed (C or better) a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours at the degree level may submit official college transcripts in lieu of high school diploma or GED. 3. Satisfactory scores on the SAT I, ACT, ASSET, or COMPASS placement test or a grade of C or better from an accredited postsecondary institution in English and math level 100 or higher. Algebra placement test scores are required for certain diploma programs and all degree programs. Test scores are considered valid for placement for a period of 5 years. Applicants will be admitted with regular status to an associate degree program with the following SAT I and ACT scores: SAT ACT Verbal: 450 Math: 430 Composite: 20 Applicants will be admitted with regular status to a diploma or technical certificate of credit program with the following SAT I and ACT scores: SAT ACT Verbal: 410 Math: 410 Composite: 18 ASSET or COMPASS scores for all degree, diploma, and certificate programs are available upon request in the admissions office. Provisional Admission Applicants whose test scores do not meet regular admission standards may be admitted on a provisional basis. Provisional students may take learning support classes and certain occupational courses simultaneously. Students must satisfactorily complete prescribed learning support classes in order to progress through the curriculum. Provisional admission requires the applicant to (1) satisfactorily complete prescribed learning support classes, and (2) meet all other regular admission requirements. 6

26 Learning Support Admission Learning Support admission is granted to students who score below the provisional cut scores in English, math and reading. These students are granted Learning Support status and receive institution credit. The students may not take occupational courses until achieving provisional status. Learning Support admission requires the applicant to (1) enroll in learning support classes, (2) meet all other regular admissions requirements, and (3) meet admissions test standards prior to being converted to regular admission status. Learning Support students are not eligible for federal financial aid (i.e. Pell, SEOG, Federal Work Study). Learning Support students are eligible to enroll in learning support classes only. Students who fail the same learning support course for three quarters will not be able to enroll in the course again without receiving special written permission from the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Students who have received satisfactory grades in equivalent learning support courses at other Technical College System of Georgia colleges may request equivalent institution credit for exemption from such courses. Special Status Admission The special status admission category is designed for students who are not seeking a certificate/diploma/degree but who desire credit for coursework in a specific program. Students must submit an application, and the following admission parameters apply under this classification. Special status students are not permitted to enroll in clinical courses. 1. Students may receive credit for an unlimited number of courses, but may transfer only 25 credit hours into a specific program for award seeking purposes. 2. Students may obtain regular program admission status before or upon reaching the 25 credit hours and must meet regular program admission criteria, if the hours are to be credited toward a degree, diploma, or certificate program. 3. Special status students are not eligible for financial aid. 4. Courses selected by special status students are subject to specific prerequisite requirement. 5. The number of hours taken as a special admit student in no way waives the requirements of the regular admission process. 6. Students may enroll in classes on space-available basis. Transient Student Admission Applicants who are in good standing at another accredited institution may be permitted to enroll as transient students on a space-available basis. All transient applicants should be advised by their home institution concerning recommended courses in order to comply with requirements of their home institution. Transient students must submit the following: 1. A completed application for admission with a $20 (nonrefundable) application fee. 2. Transient Agreement Letter must verify that the student is in good standing and should list the courses the student is eligible to take. 3. Payment of fees to attend Atlanta Technical College. on-credit Admission Students who desire to take continuing education courses, seminars, and/or specialty courses, but do not wish to earn a degree, diploma, or certificate will be admitted as non-credit students. These students are not required to follow the same admission procedures as credit program students; however, completion of an application form is required for the purpose of registration. Continuing education students are not eligible for financial aid. 7

27 Readmission of Former Students Students who are absent from Atlanta Technical College for one to four quarters will be required to: 1. Submit a re-entry application to the Admissions Office 2. Meet the Atlanta Technical College general catalog admission requirements in effect at the time of readmission 3. Submit to the Admissions Office official transcripts from all high schools, colleges or universities attended. Transfer Student Admission Applicants who have previously enrolled in one or more institutions of higher education must submit documentation of regular admission to, and of good standing at an accredited diploma or degree granting institution. In addition, the applicant must meet regular admission requirements of Atlanta Technical College. Dual Enrollment Admission Dual enrollment provides high school students the opportunity to begin college coursework at Atlanta Technical College while still enrolled in high school. Students will receive credits for successful y completed coursework at their high school and at Atlanta Technical College. Courses to be taken are approved by the high school principal and/or school counselor and must be on the Department of Education's approved course list. Joint Enrollment Admission Joint enrollment provides high school students the opportunity to take College coursework in addition to their high school courses. Jointly enrolled students ONLY receive credits at Atlanta Technical College. International Student Admissions Atlanta Technical College is approved by Immigration and Naturalization Services for the issuance of I-20s. International students must meet INS requirements and those admissions requirements applicable to noninternational student applicants. The following guidelines shall apply to the admission of all international students (I-20) M1 Visa Only: 1. International students must submit the application form and $20 non-refundable application fee. 2. Students must submit an Official High School transcript translated in English, evaluated and determined to be equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma. 3. INS Form I-134 (Affidavit of Financial Support) must document, by bank statements and tax returns, a minimum of $17,000 per academic school to cover tuition and living expenses. 4. Students must prove fluency in English. 5. Students who are lawful residents in another country and are studying at Atlanta Technical College on a student visa shall pay tuition and fees at a rate four times that charged to Georgia residents. 6. Students who are lawful y documented residents of the United States, but do not otherwise qualify as Georgia residents shall pay tuition which is twice the rate charged to Georgia residents. 7. Non-resident tuition may be waived, on a quarter-by-quarter basis, for an international student selected by the President. However, the number of such waivers shall not exceed two percent of the full -time equivalent student enrollment in the quarter immediately preceding that in which the waiver is to be granted. Students receiving the waiver shall pay resident tuition rates but will not qualify for HOPE program scholarships. 8. Students at Atlanta Technical College are required to identify their country of lawful residence on the admissions application and are asked to submit documentation of state residency, permanent resident citizenship status, and refugee status. Prospective international students applying from within the United States must also submit: 9. Change of Status form (I-539) and $ money order made out to the INS. 10. Students must hold a valid passport and visa. 8

28 Home Schooled Applicant Guidelines Applicants who have been home schooled must submit the following documentation: 1. A letter of intent to home school 2. Verified attendance reports 3. Annual progress reports or final transcript from junior and senior years written by the student _s primary instructor at his/her home school. 4. The final progress report should include the student s graduation date. ADVA CED PLACEME T/TRA SFER CREDIT To ensure that coursework presented for transfer credit is at the collegiate level and comparable to Atlanta Tech's courses and learning outcomes, the College reserves the right to validate transfer credit, including course-by-course, tech prep, military credit, courses offered by businesses, standard examination, and institutional examination. Transfer of Credit Atlanta Technical College encourages applicants who qualify to apply for advanced placement in their programs of study to submit previous postsecondary coursework from regional y accredited institutions. Students may receive credit for courses taken at another postsecondary institution if the following admissions standards are met: The courses transferred must meet the College's accreditation standards, course content, and student learning outcomes as the Atlanta Tech course that it replaces; An official transcript from the previous institution attended is on file with the Registrar; A grade of "C" or better has been earned for each course to be transferred; Medical (and other health related) courses must have been taken within five years of the date of the transfer request. There is no time limit on the transfer of general core courses (English, mathematics, and psychology), all other courses have a transfer limit of ten years. All other courses have a transfer limit of ten years. No more than 50% of the total required hours in a certificate, diploma, or degree program will be approved for transfer credit. The course number for a transfer course must be equal to or greater than the course number of the Atlanta Tech credited course. The Registrar will make the final decision regarding awarding transfer of credit, based on state standards and/or course learning outcomes. Grade points will not be assigned. Atlanta Tech reserves the right to test the proficiency of students for coursework to be transferred. In instances, where course equivalency is questionable, the Registrar makes the final decision in consultation with the instructional department chair. Transfer of credit will be indicated on students' transcripts with a "TR". Request for transfer credit should be done prior to registration. The Registrar will respond in writing to the request prior to enrollment if possible, but prior to the end of the first quarter of enrollment. Tech Prep Admission Tech Prep is a nationwide career development program which provides students with individualized career programs of study showing non-duplicated coursework that has been articulated between the high school and Atlanta Technical College. Tech Prep leads to high skill, high wage employment and/or further education. To receive credit, a student must 1. Submit an official copy of a high school transcript. A transcript is considered official only when it bears the seal 9