STUDENT HANDBOOK ACADEMIC CATALOG - …

1 STUDENT HANDBOOK andACADEMIC CATALOG2017 - 2018 2017 - 2018 CATALOG | Message from the PresidentMESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENTAs a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, we guarantee that our graduates are prepared to work productively and efficiently. We also strive to help our students achieve their educational goals with little or no debt through cost-effective educational options that allow our students to obtain a quality, comparable education in a practical amount of time. By partnering with the local business and industry community through program advisory committees, we ensure that our students are using the latest technology in the classroom equivalent to what is found in the field and learning the techniques used by skilled professionals.

2 Our College boasts expert instructors who obtained true industry experience and credentials in their fields prior to joining the faculty at is committed to developing a strong workforce and promoting the economic vitality of central Georgia. By supporting local businesses and partnering with community leaders to help recruit new industries to our area, we ensure that our graduates will have the opportunity to put their education to work. Our economic development programs offer customized training and access to Quick Start, Georgia s internationally-acclaimed workforce development program that provides training for new and expanding business and industry across the is focused on providing a well-rounded collegiate experience to help shape the leaders of tomorrow.

3 We encourage our students to participate in one of the many STUDENT organizations and extra-curricular activities Offered: by the College. These opportunities can help foster relationships and build leadership characteristics that can be utilized in any career behalf of the faculty and staff of CGTC, we invite you to explore our College and let us know how we can help you or your business meet the goals you have set. By working together, we can all positively impact the future of our region and state by promoting and bettering the development of our local H.

4 Allen, OF CONTENTSCENTRAL GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE4 ABOUT THIS CATALOGThis CATALOG and STUDENT HANDBOOK is effective for beginning students entering Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) in the 2017 - 2018 ACADEMIC year and for any CGTC STUDENT returning in the 2017 - 2018 ACADEMIC year whose CATALOG has expired. Changes affecting subsequent semesters will be denoted where has prepared this CATALOG for the convenience of prospective students , current students , faculty, and staff. Information pertaining to course offerings, admissions, financial aid, regulations, and other special services available to the general public is contained in this document.

5 The statements in this CATALOG are for informational purposes only and are not the basis of a contract between a STUDENT and the College. The CATALOG is published by the Office of Enrollment Services, Marketing, and Public Relations, and is reviewed annually by the Office of ACADEMIC the provisions of this CATALOG and STUDENT HANDBOOK will ordinarily be applied as stated, CGTC reserves the right to change any provision listed, including but not limited to: entrance requirements and admissions procedures, courses and programs of study, ACADEMIC requirements for graduation, fees and charges, financial aid, rules and regulations, and the school calendar, without actual notice to individual students .

6 Every effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes and to minimize the inconvenience such changes might create for students . It is especially important that each STUDENT accept personal responsibility to be informed of all changes, including ACADEMIC requirements for visit for the most current July 1, 2017 Last revision: July 16, started at CGTC ..7 Getting Started ..8 Eligibility ..8 Program Readiness ..8Re-Admission ..9 Competitive Selection ..10 Acceptance Categories ..10 Types of students ..10 Paying for College.

7 13 Expenses ..14 Policies ..15 Payment Plan ..16 Financial Aid ..16 STUDENT Progress and Resources ..212017-2018 ACADEMIC Calendar ..22 Information Directory ..23 Registration ..24 Graduation ..24 STUDENT Records ..25 STUDENT Rights ..26 STUDENT Grievances ..26 Campus Life ..27 Public Safety ..28 STUDENT Resources ..30 Technology ..32 STUDENT Conduct and Discipline ..35 Drug Free Schools ..36 Acceptable Computer and Internet Use ..36 STUDENT Code of Conduct ..38 Unlawful Harassment and Discrimination ..41 STUDENT Discipline ..42 ACADEMIC Policies and Procedures.

8 47 Grades ..48 ACADEMIC Standing and Progress ..50 ACADEMIC Policies ..51 TABLE OF CONTENTS2017 - 2018 CATALOG | Table of Contents5 TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE OF CONTENTSA cademic Programs ..55 Aerospace, Trade, and Industry ..59 Business and Computer Sciences ..163 Public Safety & Professional Services ..189 General Studies ..203 Course Descriptions ..207 Non-Credit Programs ..291 Adult Education ..292 Economic Development ..292 About CGTC ..293 About CGTC ..295 College Divisions ..296 Disclosures ..297 TABLE OF CONTENTSCENTRAL GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE6 ADMISSIONS2017 - 2018 CATALOG | Admissions7 AdmissionsGETTING STARTED AT CGTCADMISSIONSCENTRAL GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE8 GETTING STARTED Apply for admissionProspective students can apply to CGTC.

9 Online at (click APPLY TO CGTC on the home page) By completing a paper application (available at any CGTC campus or center, or by emailing Via the GAfutures website at Via the Georgia Virtual Technical Connection website at required documents Application for Admission STUDENT Agreement form Verify lawful presenceNext steps Pay application fee Request official high school/GED transcripts Apply for financial aid Take the ACCUPLACER college placement test (or provide ASSET, COMPASS, ACCUPLACER , SAT, or ACT scores if taken within past five years))

10 ELIGIBILITY AgeYou are eligible to attend CGTC if you are 16 years of age or older. High school students applying for the Dual Enrollment program must be 14 years of age or older. Certain ACADEMIC programs may have different Minimum Age: requirements; please reference the ACADEMIC Programs section for requirements for each program of ACADEMIC ExperienceTo be admitted to CGTC, you must satisfy the requirements of one of the following categories:High School GraduateHigh school graduates must submit an official high school transcript that includes the graduation date and reflects the STUDENT has met the attendance, ACADEMIC , and/or assessment requirements for the state s board of education or equivalent agency.