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ATLANTA TECHNICAL 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 race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). 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 careers that are personally satisfying, socially useful, and economically beneficial. Atlanta Technical College believes that opportunities in technical education must include general and technical literacy, academic and technical skills and knowledge, and the attitudes needed to enjoy life. To obtain employment, individuals must be competitive in today's job market, and they must possess the education and 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 The College s core values define its enduring character and are the primary reasons that Atlanta Technical College has been a strong community influence for generations. The college is proud of its reputation in the community and its traditions of academic excellence and educational success. Atlanta Technical College honors tradition yet seeks to expand it, moving forward into the future informed by traditional values that transcend time, college size, business and industry trends, management changes, or external factors. The core values are the guiding principles that direct the progress toward fulfilling the college mission. These values are at work across the campus and in all aspects and offices of the campus community. Service Academic Excellence Respect and Integrity Empowerment and Accountability Creativity Diversity Community Atlanta Technical College s core values complement the Technical College System of Georgia belief system. 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 recognizes the importance of global education. The college 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 people, businesses, and the communities we serve. 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. EXPANDED STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is a comprehensive, urban, public, two-year community and technical College located in metropolitan Atlanta. College programs and services provide accessible, high-quality post-secondary education that prepares traditional and non-traditional student to enter the job market. The college awards associate degrees, diplomas, and technical certificates of credit. Atlanta Technical College seeks 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 1
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, national, and international 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. 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. WARRANTY OF DEGREE, DIPLOMA, AND TECHNICAL 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, 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 (for tuition or instructional fees). 2. A claim against the warranty may be filed by either an employer in conjunction with a graduate or a graduate if the graduate is unable to 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 Technical College that offers the program from which the individual graduated. 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. The college contact person is the Equity/Special Needs Coordinator who may be reached at 404.225.4434. ACCREDITATION Atlanta Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033, 404-679-4500, to award associate degrees, diplomas, and technical certificates of credit. 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. NONDISCRIMINATION 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 VI and IX) contact Sylvie Moses, special needs and equity coordinator, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite B164, 404.225.4434. Email: smoses@atlantatech.edu. To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Sylvie Moses, special needs and equity coordinator, Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite B164, 404.225.4434. Email: smoses@atlantatech.edu. Atlanta Technical College, 1560 Metropolitan Parkway, SW, Atlanta, GA 30310. Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodations should contact Marilyn Smith-Robinson, Director, Human Resources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 217, Atlanta Technical College, 1560 Metropolitan Parkway, SW, Atlanta, GA 30310. 404.225.4613. Email: msmithro@atlantatech.edu. 2
CAMPUS DESCRIPTION 1560 Metropolitan Parkway, SW, Atlanta, Georgia 30310. Atlanta Technical College campus is located in the heart of Atlanta. It is approximately four miles south of Turner Field and 15 minutes north of Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. DIRECTIONS TO THE MAIN CAMPUS 1560 Metropolitan Parkway, SW, Atlanta, Georgia 30310 Driving From The North: Take 75-85 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. 3
WELCOME LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Welcome to Atlanta Technical College! 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 their communities and to Georgia s workforce. Our campus is intellectually stimulating and technically challenging, and we serve a diverse student body that represents all ages, cultures, and educational backgrounds. With a faculty and staff who are well-respected professionals in their respective fields, we offer more than 80 high-tech degree, diploma, and technical certificate of credit programs, ranging from studies in supply chain management and aviation maintenance to the latest in health and information technology. 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 thriving partnerships with corporate leaders. I invite you to read this catalog carefully. It will 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, and 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. Atlanta Technical College is the college for your future, and we look forward to your joining our community! With wishes for your academic success, Alvetta Peterman Thomas, Ed.D. President 4
TABLE OF CONTENTS Philosophy, Core Values, Mission Statement, Expanded Statement of Purpose 1 Warranty, Accreditation, Disclaimer, Nondiscrimination Policy 2 Campus description and Directions 3 Welcome Letter from the President 4 Table of Contents 5 College Calendar 13 About Atlanta Technical College 17 History 17 STUDENT AFFAIRS 18 General Policies 18 Admissions Procedures 19 Admission Requirements 19 Education 19 Assessment 19 Documentation of Residency and Citizenship 19 Application Deadline 20 Admissions Requirement Details 21 Regular Status 21 Provisional Admission 21 Learning Support Status 21 Special Admission Status 21 Transient Student Admission 21 Readmission of Former Students 22 Transfer Student Admission 22 Move on When Ready 22 Dual Enrollment Admission 23 Joint Enrollment Admission 23 Home Schooled Applicant Guidelines 23 Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) 23 Transfer Credit 23 Military Training Credit 24 Credit for Courses Offered by Business 24 Credit by Standard Exam 24 Credit by Articulation 24 Challenge Portfolio 24 Institutional Exemption Exam 24 International Student Admission 24 Program/Major Change within the College 25 Residence Requirements for Degree/Diploma 25 Georgia Residency 25 Eligibility for In-state Tuition Waiver 27 New Student Orientation 27 Services for Students with Disabilities 27 Procedures for Requesting Services 27 Blood and Airborne Pathogens 27 STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS 29 Student Organizations and Activities 29 Accounting Club 29 Atlanta Technical College Student Ambassadors Program 29 Atlanta Technical College Institute for Males (AIM) 29 Bioscience Student Association (BSA) 29 Collegiate DECA 29 5
Foundation Settlers for Future Minds 30 Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) 30 Health Information Management Student Association (HIMSA) 30 International Student Club 30 Lambda Epsilon Chi (LEX) 30 National Association of Home Builders Student Chapter (NAHB) 30 National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) 31 Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) 31 P.H.I.T. PHARM Club 31 Skills USA 31 Student Government Association (SGA) 31 Veterans Club 31 FINANCIAL AID AND FEES 32 Federal & State Financial Aid Programs 32 Federal Pell Grant (PELL) 32 Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) 32 Federal Work Study (FWS) 33 Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally (HOPE) 33 Georgia HERO scholarship 33 Law Enforcement Personnel Grant 33 Public Safety Grant 34 Student Eligibility 34 Eligibility Criteria 34 Application Process 34 Deadline Dates 34 Satisfactory Academic Progress 34 Exception 35 Maintaining Financial Assistance 35 Verification Process 35 Special Circumstances 35 Financial Aid Counselors 35 Communicating with Students 35 Missing Document Letters 36 Award Letters 36 Refunds 36 Federal R2T4 Policy 36 State Refund Policy 36 Repayment Requirements 36 Veterans and Eligible Dependents Educational Benefits 36 Apply 37 Certify 37 Enrollment Status Changes and Withdrawals 37 Change of Program or Place of Training 37 Address Changes 37 Time Frame/Payment of Benefits 37 Satisfactory Academic Progress 37 Academic Probation 37 Academic Suspension 37 Educational Costs 37 Payment of Fees 38 Explanation of Fees 38 Tuition Fee 38 Out of State Tuition 38 International Student Tuition 38 6
Application Fee 39 Student Activity Fee 39 Registration Fee 39 Accident Insurance Fee 39 Special Instructional Fee 39 Facilities Fee 39 Campus Safety Fee 39 Student Assistance Fee 39 Program Fee 39 Technology Fee 39 Late Registration Fee 39 Graduation Fee 39 Senior Citizen Fees 39 Employee Fees 39 Transcript Fee 40 Other Mandatory Expenses 40 Replacement of Student Identification 40 Institutional Exemption Exam Fee 40 Replacement Diploma 40 Parking Decal 40 Books, Tools, Uniforms, Equipment 40 Financial Obligations 40 Drop/Add Period 40 Withdrawal Procedures 40 Refund of Tuition and Fees 41 Cancelled Classes 41 Refund of Books and Supplies 41 Financial Aid Refund 41 Fed R2T4 Policy 41 State Refund Policy 41 Repayment Requirements 41 ACADEMIC POLICIES 42 Good Standing 42 Academic Warning 42 Academic Probation 42 Academic Suspension 42 Academic Discharge 42 Attendance and Withdrawal Policy 42 No Show Policy 43 Make-up Work 43 Assignments Missed During Disciplinary Suspension 43 Absence Due to Military Reserve or National Guard Duty 43 Course Load 43 Enrollment Definition 43 Double Majors 44 Grading System 44 Grade Point Average 44 Graduation Grade Point Average 45 Graduation Requirements 45 Latin Honors 45 Letter Grades 45 Grade Appeal Procedures 45 Academic Dismissal Appeal Procedures 45 Grade Change Procedures 46 7
Repeating a Course 47 Work Ethics Grade 47 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) 47 Student Records 48 Privacy of Student Records 48 Release of Student Records 48 Change of Address 48 Registration 48 Academic Advisement 48 Web Registration 49 Georgia Virtual Technical College 49 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 50 Quick Start 51 Certified Specialist Programs 51 Professional Assessment and Certification Center 51 American College Testing (ACT) Center 51 Georgia Re-Training Tax Credit 53 Customized Contract Training Programs 53 Continuing Education 53 American Heart Association Training Center 53 The Dennard Conference Center at Atlanta Technical College 53 STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES 54 Student Success Center 54 Learning Support 55 The Reading Oasis 55 Career Services 55 Adult Education Department - Adult Literacy/GED Preparation 56 TCSG Requirements for Program Enrollment 56 Accelerating Opportunities 56 GED Testing 57 Atlanta Technical College Institute for Males 58 Atlanta Technical College Childcare Center 59 Atlanta Technical College Foundation 60 Scholarships 60 Merancas Educational Assistance Loan/Grant Program 60 Atlanta Technical College Alumni Association 60 LIBRARY SERVICES 61 Mission, Library Hours of Operation 61 Library Operation Guidelines 61 User s Conduct and Responsibilities 62 Children in the Library 62 Interlibrary Loan 62 Reserves 63 Book Returns and Fines 63 Noise and Cell Phones 63 Printing and Photocopying 63 GALILEO and the Internet 63 ARTS & SCIENCES DIVISION 65 Bilingual Services/ English as a Second Language 65 General Education 65 Learning Support Courses 65 General Core Requirements 66 PROGRAMS OF STUDY 69 ACCOUNTING PROGRAM 70 8
Accounting - Associate Degree 70 Accounting - Diploma 71 Computer Accounting Specialist - Certificate 73 Office Accounting Specialist - Certificate 74 Payroll Accounting Specialist 74 AIR CONDITIONING TECHNOLOGY 76 Air Conditioning Technology - Diploma 76 Air Conditioning Technician Assistant - Certificate 77 Heating and Air Conditioning Installation Tech - Certificate 78 AUTO COLLISION REPAIR 79 Automotive Collision Repair - Diploma 79 Automotive Collision Repair Assistant I - Certificate 80 Automotive Collision Repair Assistant II - Certificate 81 AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 82 Automotive Technology - Diploma 82 Automotive Chassis Technician Specialist - Certificate 83 Automotive Climate Control Technician - Certificate 83 Auto Electrical/Electronic System Technician - Certificate 84 Automotive Engine Performance Technician Certificate 85 Automotive Engine Repair Technician Certificate 85 Automotive Transmission/Transaxle Tech Specialist - Certificate 86 AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY 87 Aviation Maintenance Technology - Diploma 87 Avionics Maintenance Technology - Diploma 88 Aviation Airframe Technician - Certificate 90 Aviation Maintenance Technician - Certificate 91 Aviation Power Plan Technician - Certificate 93 Avionics Bench Technician - Certificate 94 BARBERING 96 Barbering - Diploma 96 Barbering for Cosmetologists - Certificate 97 BIOSCIENCE TECHNOLOGY 99 Bioscience Technology - Associate Degree 99 Bioscience Environmental Laboratory Technologist - Certificate 101 Bioscience Regulatory Assurance Technologist - Certificate 102 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNOLOGY 103 Business Administrative Technology - Associate Degree 103 Business Administrative Technology - Diploma 106 Administrative Support Assistant - Certificate 108 Microsoft Excel Application Professional - Certificate 109 Microsoft Office Applications Professional - Certificate 109 Microsoft Word Application Professional - Certificate 110 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 112 Business Management - Associate Degree 112 Business Management - Diploma 114 Human Resource Management Specialist - Certificate 115 CARPENTRY 117 Carpentry - Diploma 117 Certified Construction Worker - Certificate 118 Commercial Carpenter Certificate 119 Framing Carpenter - Certificate 119 COMMERCIAL TRUCK DRIVING 121 Commercial Truck Driving - Certificate 121 9
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS 122 Computer Information Systems (Computer Programming) - Associate Degree 122 Computer Information Systems (Database Specialist) - Associate Degree 124 Computer Information Systems (Networking Specialist) - Associate Degree 126 Computer Information Systems (Computer Programming) - Diploma 129 Computer Information Systems (Database Specialist) - Diploma 131 Computer Information Systems (Networking Specialist) - Diploma 132 C++ Programmer - Certificate 135 CISCO Network Specialist - Certificate 135 Computer Hardware and Network Technician - Certificate 136 Database Administrator - Certificate 137 JAVA Programmer - Certificate 138 Linux/Unix Administrator - Certificate 138 Microsoft Network Administrator - Certificate 139 PC Repair and Network Technician Certificate 140 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT 141 Construction Manager - Certificate 141 COSMETOLOGY 142 Cosmetology - Diploma 142 Shampoo Technician - Certificate 143 CRIMINAL JUSTICE 145 Criminal Justice Technology - Associate Degree 145 Criminal Justice Technology - Diploma 147 Criminal Justice Technology Specialist - Certificate 148 Criminal Investigation Specialist Certificate 149 CULINARY ARTS 151 Culinary Arts - Associate Degree 151 Culinary Arts - Diploma 153 Culinary Nutrition Assistant - Certificate 154 Culinary Nutrition Manager - Certificate 155 Prep Cook - Certificate 156 DENTAL ASSISTING 157 Dental Assisting - Diploma 157 Basic Dental Assisting - Certificate 158 DENTAL HYGIENE 160 Dental Hygiene - Associates Degree 160 DENTAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY 163 Dental Laboratory Technology - Diploma 163 DESIGN AND MEDIA PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY 165 Design and Media Production Technology - Associate Degree 165 Design and Media Production Technology - Diploma 168 Advertising Layout Specialist - Certificate 171 Design and Media Production Specialist Certificate 172 Digital Illustration Specialist - Certificate 172 Graphic Design and Prepress Technician - Certificate 173 Motion Graphics Assistant 174 Photographer - Certificate 174 DIESEL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY 176 Diesel Equipment Technology - Diploma 176 Diesel Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician - Certificate 177 Diesel Engine Service Tech - Certificate 177 Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician - Certificate 178 DISTRIBUTION-MATERIALS MANAGEMENT 180 10
Procurement - Associate Degree 180 Supply Chain Management Associate of Applied Science Degree 182 Supply Chain Management Associate of Science Degree 184 Supply Chain Management - Diploma 185 Certified Warehousing and Distribution Specialist - Certificate 187 Supply Chain Manager - Certificate 188 DRAFTING 189 Drafting Technology - Diploma 189 CAD Operator - Certificate 190 EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION 191 Early Childhood Care and Education - Associate Degree 191 Early Childhood Care and Education - Diploma 193 Early Childhood Exceptionalities - Certificate 195 Early Childhood Program Administration - Certificate 196 Infant and Toddler Child Care Specialist - Certificate 197 ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE 198 Electrical Systems Technology - Diploma 198 Commercial Wiring - Certificate 199 Industrial Electrical Controls Technician - Certificate 199 Residential Wiring Technician 200 ELECTRONICS AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS 201 Electronics Fundamentals - Diploma 201 Electronics Technology - Diploma 202 FIRE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY 203 Fire Science Technology - Associate Degree 203 Fire Science Technology - Diploma 204 Fire Fighter I - Certificate 205 Fire Fighter II - Certificate 206 HEALTH CARE SCIENCE 208 Healthcare Science Certificate 208 Healthcare Assistant - Certificate 210 HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY 211 Health Information Management Technology - Associate Degree 211 Health Information Coding Technology - Diploma 213 Medical Billing Clerk 215 HOTEL-RESTAURANT-TRAVEL MANAGEMENT 216 Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism Management - Associate Degree 216 Hotel/Restaurant/Tourism Management - Diploma 217 Hotel Management Specialist - Certificate 218 Food and Beverage Director - Certificate 219 Event Coordinator - Certificate 220 Travel Agency Operations Specialist - Certificate 220 Front Office Manager - Certificate 221 Restaurant Manager - Certificate 221 INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY 223 Industrial Engineering Technology - Associate Degree 223 Industrial Systems Technology - Associate Degree 225 Industrial Mechatronics-Certificate 226 MARKETING MANAGEMENT 228 Marketing Management - Associate Degree 228 Marketing Management - Diploma 229 Customer Service Specialist 230 Marketing Specialist Certificate 231 11
Small Business Marketing Manager - Certificate 232 MEDICAL ASSISTING 233 Medical Assisting - Diploma 233 MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY 236 Phlebotomy Technician - Certificate 236 NURSING AND RELATED PROGRAMS 238 Associate of Science in Nursing 238 Hemodialysis Patient Care Specialist - Certificate 240 Patient Care Assistant - Certificate 241 PARALEGAL STUDIES 242 Paralegal Studies - Associate Degree 242 PARAMEDIC TECHNOLOGY 245 Paramedecine Associate Degree 245 Paramedecine - Diploma 248 Advanced Emergency Medical Technician - Certificate 250 Emergency Medical Technician - Certificate 251 PHARMACY TECHNOLOGY 253 Pharmacy Technology - Associate Degree 253 Pharmacy Technology - Diploma 255 Pharmacy Assistant - Certificate 257 PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT 259 Physical Therapist Assistant - Associate Degree 259 PLUMBING & PIPEFITTING TECHNOLOGY 262 Plumbing & Pipefitting Technology - Diploma 262 Plumbing Service and Systems Specialist - Certificate 263 Residential/Commercial Plumbing Technician - Certificate 263 RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 265 Radiologic Technology - Associate Degree 265 SIX SIGMA 268 Six Sigma Quality Assurance Specialist - Coming soon 268 Six Sigma Quality Assurance Professional 268 SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY 270 Surgical Technology - Associate Degree 270 TECHNICAL SPECIALIST 273 Technical Specialist - Certificate 273 WELDING AND JOINING TECHNOLOGY 275 Welding and Joining Technology - Diploma 275 Pipe Shielded Metal ARC Welding Certificate 276 Welding Blueprint Reading - Certificate 277 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 278 ADMINISTRATION AND FACULTY 387 DIRECTORY OF FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS 416 12
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Atlanta Technical College - Campus Calendar Dates are subject to change. Please see our website at www.atlantatech.edu for changes Atlanta Technical College Academic Calendar Year 2015-2016 Fall 2015 (2016-12) Aug. 19 - Dec. 10, 2015 Spring 2016 (2016-14) Jan. 6 - May 4, 2016 Summer 2016 (2016-16) May 18 - Aug. 4, 2016 Current Student Registration July 1-17, 2015 Oct. 12-30, 2015 Feb. 29 - March 18, 2016 Financial Aid Application Deadline June 15, 2015 Nov. 15, 2015 March 15, 2016 New Student Registration (Invitation Only) July 21, 22, 23, 2015 Nov. 3, 4, 5, 2015 March 22, 23, 24, 2016 Last Day for Compass Testing July 9, 2015 Nov. 9, 2015 April 7, 2016 Application & Program Change Deadline July 16, 2015 Nov. 12, 2015 April 14, 2016 1st Fee Payment Deadline - Early Registration July 28, 2015 Dec. 1, 2015 April 25, 2016 1st Financial Purge - Early Registration July 30, 2015 Dec. 3, 2015 April 27, 2016 Learning Support - Current Student- Registration Aug. 3, 2015 Dec. 7, 2015 April 28, 2016 Final Registration (late fee applies after this date) Aug. 7, 2015 Dec. 10, 2015 May 5, 2016 Faculty Workday Aug. 17-18, 2015 Jan. 4-6, 2016 May 16-17, 2016 Classes Begin Term 1 & 2 Aug. 19, 2015 Jan. 6, 2016 May 18, 2016 Drop/Add Term 1 & 2 Aug. 19-21, 2015 Jan. 6-8, 2016 May 18-20, 2016 Last Day to Drop and Receive a Refund Term 1 & 2 Aug. 21, 2015 Jan. 7, 2016 May 20, 2016 Withdrawal without academic penalty Term 2 Aug. 22 - Sept. 14, 2015 Jan. 9 - Feb. 1, 2016 Withdrawal without academic penalty Term 1 Aug. 22 - Oct. 9, 2015 Jan. 9 - Feb. 26, 2016 May 21 - June 22, 2016 2nd Fee Payment Deadline - Regular/Late Registration Aug. 24, 2015 Jan. 11, 2016 May 23, 2016 No Shows Due Term 1 & 2 Aug. 26, 2015 Jan. 13, 2016 May 25, 2016 Holiday Sept. 7, 2015 Jan. 18, 2016 May 30, 2016 2nd Financial Purge - Regular/Late Registration Sept. 1, 2015 Jan. 19, 2016 May 31, 2016 Financial Aid Posted to Student Accounts Sept. 2, 2015 Jan. 20, 2016 June 1, 2016 Midterm Exams Term 2 Sept. 10-11, 2015 Jan. 28-29, 2016 Midterm Term 2 Sept. 14, 2015 Feb. 1, 2016 Federal Refund to Student Accounts Sept. 16, 2015 Feb. 3, 2016 June 15, 2016 Midterm Grades Due Term 2 Sept. 24, 2015 Feb. 11, 2016 Graduation Application Due to Registrar Office Oct. 5, 2015 Feb. 22, 2016 June 20, 2016 Midterm Exams Term 1 Oct. 7-8, 2015 Feb. 24-25, 2016 June 20-21, 2016 Midterm Term 1 & Classes End Term 2 Oct. 9, 2015 Feb. 26, 2016 June 22, 2016 Final Exams Term 2 Oct. 12-13, 2015 Feb. 29 - March 1, 2016 Classes Begin Term 3 & Final Grades Due Term 2 Oct. 14, 2015 March 2, 2016 Drop/Add Term 3 Oct. 14-16, 2015 March 2-4, 2016 Last Day to Drop and Receive a Refund Term 3 Oct. 16, 2015 March 3, 2015 Withdrawal without academic penalty Term 3 Oct. 18 - Nov. 6, 2015 March 5-25, 2016 Midterm Grades Due Term 1 Oct. 20, 2015 March 8, 2016 June 29, 2016 No Shows Due Term 3 Oct. 21, 2015 March 9, 2016 Midterm Exams Term 3 Nov. 4-5, 2015 March 23-24, 2016 Midterm Term 3 Nov. 6, 2015 March 25, 2016 Midterm Grades Due Term 3 Nov. 18, 2015 April 14, 2016 ATC faculty/staff in-service day Nov. 25, 2015 April 1, 2016 Holiday/Break Nov. 25-27, 2015 April 4-8, 2016 July 4, 2016 Classes End Term 1 & 3 Dec. 8, 2015 April 29, 2016 July 29, 2016 Final Exams Term 1 & 3 Dec. 8-10, 2015 May 2-4, 2016 Aug. 1-3, 2016 Term Ends Dec. 10, 2015 May 4, 2016 Aug. 3, 2016 Final Grades Due Term 1 & 3 Dec. 11, 2015 May 5, 2016 Aug. 4, 2016 All Grades (Term 1-3) Posted to Student Accounts Dec. 16, 2015 May 10, 2016 Aug. 9, 2016 Break (No Classes in Session) Dec. 11 - Jan. 6, 2016 May 6-17, 2016 Aug. 5-16, 2016 Campus Closed Dec. 25 - Jan. 1, 2016 Graduation May 13, 2016 May 13, 2016 May 13, 2016 14
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ABOUT ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Atlanta Technical College is a postsecondary college under the governance of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). As one of 22 technical colleges in the state, Atlanta Technical College adheres to the policies and requirements set forth by 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 including AGL, AT&T, Coca- Cola, the Southern Company, Delta Air Lines, Porsche, UPS and The Home Depot. Host of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games, Atlanta is home to the Atlanta Braves baseball team, the Atlanta Hawks and Atlanta Dream basketball teams, and the Atlanta Falcons football team. FACILITIES Atlanta Technical College occupies a 46-acre campus on Metropolitan Parkway. Quality technical education requires laboratory facilities comparable to workplaces in business and industry. An annual budget of more than $24 million keeps the educational 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. HISTORY Tracing its origin through six decades, Atlanta Technical 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 1953, the Northside extension campus, Tuxedo Center, was opened at 4191 Northside Drive in northwest Atlanta. 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 1968. 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. She served the college until 2007, and Dr. Alvetta Peterman Thomas was named president in 2008. 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. In 2007, the college acquired use of the property at 1520 Metropolitan Parkway, adjacent to main campus, through the Atlanta Technical College Foundation, Inc. The facility at that location currently houses the Atlanta Technical College Institute for Males. The $14 million Brenda Watts Jones Allied Health and Technology Complex opened in the fall of 2010. In August 2012, the college completed a $4.8 million renovation of a new 36,000 square foot library, which houses the general collection and the Robert Holmes Law Library; testing center; and facility department hub. A state-of-the-art bioscience laboratory and technology wing is scheduled to open in the winter of 2015. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and with an average semester enrollment of 4,800 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 and online courses are also offered. Additionally, Atlanta Technical College, through its Economic Development Division, develops customized courses for business and industry. Atlanta Technical College has produced seven state GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) winners; four state PRIDE (Performance Recognition Indicating Demonstrated Excellence) winners; one Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education (EAGLE); and one Rick Perkins Technical Instructor of the Year. In addition to having an excellent track record in producing winners in state competitions, Atlanta Technical College is proud of the students who also excel in regional and national competitions representing student associations and organizations. In 2007, Washington Monthly magazine named Atlanta Technical College America s Best Community College and the college was recognized by the Technical College System of Georgia with the Perdue Award for Technical College of the Year in 2012. 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, academic requirements, and interests. 17
Student Affairs 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, Career Placement Services, 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. 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 18
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 English as a Second Language (ESL), tutorial labs, and individualized 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 not 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 choose to be processed for special admission status. ADMISSION PROCEDURES Eligible Applicants Any individual 16 years of age or older who seeks access to quality instruction designed to develop or improve occupational competencies is eligible for admissions. The President of the College may waive the 16 years of age requirement for secondary students who are participating in an articulated program of study. 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. All applicants must have graduated from high school or completed the GED requirements prior to graduation from any program. Applicants who have completed (courses with grade C or better) a minimum of 30 earned semester or 45 earned quarter hours at the degree level, may submit official college transcripts in lieu of high school transcript or GED transcript. Home-schooled student documents will be accepted according to Technical College System of Georgia policy. Assessment The ability of a student to succeed in a program at a Atlanta Technical College is greatly determined by the math and language skills possessed by that student. The Technical College System of Georgia is committed to assisting each student to achieve at their maximum potential. All students applying for diploma, degree, and certificate programs must be assessed prior to acceptance to a program of study at a Technical College. Students will then be admitted in accordance with the academic standards applicable to that program. All Technical Colleges must utilize COMPASS or ASSET, the TCSG-approved assessment instruments, when evaluating students for program readiness. However, in the place of COMPASS or ASSET, Technical Colleges may accept a student s official entrance score on a validated assessment instrument (such as SAT, ACT), or Georgia High School Graduation Test in English/Language Arts if the scores meet the college program s required minimums. If a student s SAT, ACT, or Georgia High School Graduation Test in English/Language Arts scores do not meet the college s program minimums for regular admission, a student must be assessed using one of the TCSG-approved instruments. Assessment results will be valid for placement purposes for a period of 60 months and are transferable to any TCSG college. The cost to retest is $15. Official transcripts from a regionally or nationally accredited postsecondary institution recognized by the United States Department of Education documenting equivalent program-level English and math coursework successfully completed (C or better) may be used in lieu of completing the corresponding portion of the TCSG-approved assessment instrument. Documentation of Residency and Citizenship Applicants for admission must provide one form as 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. Below is a list of acceptable documentation, but this is not an exhaustive list: Location of employment. Location of voter registration. Location of property, including home purchase, and taxes paid thereon. State for which the individual filed and paid state income taxes. Address and other information on federal and state income tax returns. 19
State where the person s automobile title is registered and the payment of property taxes thereon. Address on driver s license and state of issuance. Address on the Georgia Driver s License Bureau ID. Reason for initially coming to Georgia. State of issuance of business, professional, or other licenses. Location of checking, savings, or other banking accounts. Citizenship Requirements: A student meets the Citizenship Requirements, for purposes of this procedure and the related policies, if he or she is a United States Citizen, born or naturalized. A student meets the Citizenship requirements, for purposes of this procedure and the related policies, if he or she is an Eligible Non-Citizen, according to the Federal Title IV definition. Ineligible Non-Citizens: A Non-Citizen cannot qualify for in-state tuition. However, in the discretion of the President of the college the international tuition may be waived in favor of an out of state tuition rate for a Non-Citizen who has been verified as lawfully present in the United States in accordance with state and federal immigration laws. Application Deadline Applicants for admission to degree, diploma, and technical certificate of credit programs must 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 or another term. 20
Admission Requirements It is the mission of the college to assist students in achieving their personal goals. It is the responsibility of the student to complete the requirements for admission. Admission to Atlanta Technical College is a multi-step process which consists of evaluation of prior academic experience and assessment for postsecondary readiness of eligible applicants. The ability of a student to succeed in a program at a Technical College is greatly determined by the math and language skills possessed by that student. The Technical College System of Georgia is committed to assisting each student to achieve at their maximum potential. All students applying for diploma, degree, and certificate programs must be assessed prior to acceptance to a program of study at a Technical College. Students will then be admitted in accordance with the academic standards applicable to that program. Applicants are asked to submit the following information to the Admissions Office. Here are the minimum criteria required for admission: 1. A completed application for admission with a $20 (nonrefundable) application fee. 2. A completed high school transcript or High School Equivalent (HSE). Applicants who have completed a minimum associate s or bachelor s degree from a regionally accredited college or university may submit official college transcripts in lieu of high school transcript or HSE. 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. Regular Status Students who meet all requirements for admission into a selected program and are eligible to take all courses in the program curriculum are granted regular admission status. Applicants will be admitted with regular status to an associate degree program with the following SAT I and ACT scores: SATI Verbal: 450 Math 440 ACT 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: SATI Verbal: 430 Math 410 ACT 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 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. Learning Support Status Applicants who score below the provisional cut scores in English, math and reading are granted learning support status or referred to Adult Education. Students with Learning Support status may not take occupational courses until achieving Provisional status. Students with this status are not eligible for federal financial aid (i.e. Pell, SEOG, or Federal Work Study). Special Admission Status (Non-credential seeking) Applicants who wish to take credit coursework, but are not seeking a certificate, diploma, or associate degree are granted Special Admit status. The following specifics define the parameters of this status: 1. Applicants must submit an application along with a $20 (nonrefundable) application fee. 2. May apply up to a maximum of 25 quarter or 17 semester credit hours into a specific program for credential seeking purposes after achieving regular admit status. 3. May enroll in classes only on a space-available basis. 4. Should adhere to the specific institutional prerequisite requirements when selecting courses. 5. Will not be eligible for any financial aid. 21
The number of hours taken as a special admit student in no way waives the requirements of the regular admission process. Special Status students are not eligible for financial aid. Courses selected by Special Status students are subject to specific prerequisite requirements. Transient Student Admission Applicants who are in good standing at another accredited institution may be permitted to enroll as transient students on a spaceavailable 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 admissions application along with a $20 (nonrefundable) application fee. 2. Transient Agreement Form (TAF) that verifies that the student is in good standing. 3. The TAF should also list the courses the student is eligible to take. 4. A new TAF is required for each term a student wishes to enroll as a transient student. A representative from the office of the Registrar will contact the student as it relates to enrolling and registering for courses. Readmission of Former Students Students who are absent from Atlanta Technical College for two or more consecutive regular semesters will be required to: 1. Submit a re-admission application to the Admissions Office by the advertised application deadline. 2. Meet the Atlanta Technical College general catalog admission requirements in effect at the time of re-admission. 3. Submit to the Admissions Office official transcripts from all high schools, colleges or universities attended. Transfer Student Admission Applicants for transfer admission must submit the following to the Admissions Office: 1. Application for admission along with a $20 (nonrefundable) application fee. 2. Official transcript(s) from each post-secondary institution attended. Applicants who have completed a minimum associate s or bachelor s degree from a regionally accredited college or university may submit official college transcripts in lieu of high school transcript or high school equivalent. 3. Satisfactory scores on the SAT1, ACT, ASSET, COMPASS placement test or a grade of C or better in English and math from a TCSG-approved accredited postsecondary institution Move on When Ready Move On When Ready provides opportunities for high school juniors and seniors to enroll part-time (less than 12 semester hours) or full-time (12-15 semester hours) to earn both high school and college credits. Participation is only permitted during the normal fall and spring semesters of the high school and college school year. To be eligible for Move On When Ready, a student must meet the following criteria: 1. Be enrolled in 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grades at a public or private high schools in Georgia or a home study program operated in accordance with O.C.G.A. 20-2-690(c) 2. Must be approved and classified as eligible by the high school 3. Meet admissions requirements for ATC program 4. Must not have already received a high school diploma 5. Must be on track to graduate 6. Be a legal resident of Georgia and meet U.S. Citizenship requirements 7. Obtain approval of the high school guidance counselor and parent(s)/legal guardian(s) 8. Achieve a grade of C or higher in their ATC courses to remain eligible for the program Eligibility Participant must sign an advisement form with high school or home study program Participant attend more than one postsecondary institution at a time and receive awards at both Must meet Atlanta Technical College s satisfactory academic progress criteria Awards are for 3 semester per academic year There is no limit to how many terms a student may participate Participation will not count against the student s HOPE cap Participant can be denied participation at any time for violation of secondary or postsecondary rules. 22