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Tennessee Technology cenTer at elizabeThTon

A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution

Phone (423) 543-0070 • Toll Free 1-888-986-2368 www.ttcelizabethton.edu

CELEBRATING 47 YEARS OF CHANGING LIVES

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TENNESSEE TECHNOLOGY CENTERAT ELIZABETHTON

CATALOGSTUDENT HANDBOOK

This catalog has been prepared to provide information about educationand training opportunities provided by the Tennessee TechnologyCenter at Elizabethton. It is designed to serve as a guide for high schoolstudents, parents, guidance counselors and others who are interestedin and seeking training for employment.

Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton www.ttcelizabethton.edu (423) 543-0070 Toll Free 1-888-986-2368

Main Campus, 426 Highway 91, Elizabethton, TN 37643

Herman Robinson Campus 1500 Arney Street, Elizabethton, TN 37643

Workforce Development Complex 386 Highway 91, Elizabethton, TN 37643

Mountain City Instructional Center 358 Hospital Road, Mountain City, TN 37683

ETSU at Kingsport Campus 1501 University Boulevard, Kingsport, TN 37664

Hunter Instructional Center 559 Highway 91, Elizabethton, TN 37643

EFFECTIVE DATE – JANUARY 1, 2012The Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents system, which includes six universities, 14 two-year colleges, and 27 Tennessee Technology Centers. Over 80 percent of all Tennessee students attending public institutions of higher education are governed by the TBR system. The offices of the Tennessee Board of Regents are located at 1415 Murfreesboro Road, Suite 350, Nashville, Tennessee 37217, telephone (615) 366-4400.

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Catalog and Student HandbookTennessee Technology Center

at Elizabethton

The course offerings and requirements of the school are continually under examination and revision. This catalog

presents the offerings and requirements in effect at the time of publication, but there is no guarantee that they will not be changed or revoked. However, adequate and reasonable notice will be given to students affected by any changes. This catalog is not intended to state contractual terms and does not constitute a contract between the student and the institution.

The school reserves the right to make changes as required in course offerings, curricula, academic policies and other rules and regulations affecting students to be effective whenever determined by the institution. These changes will govern current and former students. Enrollment of all students is subject to these conditions.

The Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton provides the opportunity for students to increase their knowledge by providing programs of instruction in the various disciplines and programs through faculty who, in the opinion of the school, are trained and qualified for teaching at the Technology Center level. However, the acquisition of knowledge by any student is contingent upon the student’s desire to learn and his/her application of appropriate study techniques to any course or program. As a result, the school does not warrant or represent that any student who completes a course or program of study will necessarily acquire any specific knowledge or skills, or will be able to successfully pass or complete any specific examination for any course, degree, or license.

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Table of Contents

Staff/Faculty .......................................................................................... 4History................................................................................................... 7Tennessee Board of Regents Board Members .................................... 10Tennessee Board of Regents Senior Staff ........................................... 10Tennessee Technology Center Foundation...........................................11Tennessee Technology Center General Advisory Committee ..............11Mission and Purpose ........................................................................... 12Accreditation ....................................................................................... 14Advisory Committees ......................................................................... 14Faculty ................................................................................................. 14Calendar of Operations ....................................................................... 14Student Rights Information ................................................................. 15Admission Requirements / Procedures ............................................... 17Program Withdrawals / Readmission .................................................. 18Financial Assistance ............................................................................ 18Expenses ............................................................................................. 22Refunds ............................................................................................... 26Student Services .................................................................................. 29Technology Foundations ..................................................................... 42GED Testing ........................................................................................ 43Grading Policy .................................................................................... 43Non-Discrimination Policy ................................................................. 44

Program ListingsAutomotive Technology ...................................................................... 46Business Systems Technology ............................................................ 48Computer Information Technology ..................................................... 50Tennessee Board of Regents Online Technical Programs................... 52Diesel Powered Equipment Technology ............................................. 54Online Dietary Manager ..................................................................... 56Online Dietary Aide ............................................................................ 59Electricity / Electronics ....................................................................... 60HVAC / Refrigeration ......................................................................... 62Millwright Skills ................................................................................. 64Pipefitting and Plumbing..................................................................... 66Practical Nursing ................................................................................. 68Certified Nurse Aide Program ............................................................. 70Welding ............................................................................................... 72Faculty Credentials ............................................................................. 74

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AdministrationDean Blevins ......................................................................................... DirectorDanny O’Quinn ......................................................................Assistant DirectorMichael Cole ........................................................Student Services Coordinator

SupportRanee Dula .................................................................. Administrative AssistantTeresa Nidiffer ................................................. .Coordinator/Financial ServicesEvelyn Hawk ............................ Technical Support, Herman Robinson CampusPatricia Collins .................................................................. .Financial Aid OfficeJacqueline Woodward ..................................................... ...Financial Aid OfficeBob Robinson......................................................... ...Institutional DevelopmentFreddy Julian ................................................................................. .MaintenanceDana Blackburn ........................................................................... ..MaintenanceNancy Perkins ............................................................................Office ManagerHarold Morrell ................................................................................. ....RecruiterLori Clarke ............................................................ Assistant Student CounselorCharles Snodgrass ......................................... Recruiter/SkillsUSA CoordinatorRicki Glass .............................. IT Assistant/Technology Foundations AssistantBetty Hoss ......................................................... ...Technical Support/Bookstore

FacultyJacky Livingston .........................................Instructor, Automotive TechnologyLori Barnett .............................Adjunct Faculty, Business Systems TechnologyPatricia Henderson ............................ Instructor, Business Systems TechnologyLisa Miller ......................................... Instructor, Business Systems TechnologyNate Hall ................................... Instructor, Computer Information TechnologyJohn Lee ............ Associate Instructor, Diesel Powered Equipment TechnologyLester Julian .............Adjunct Faculty, Diesel Powered Equipment TechnologyPatricia Roark .... Master Instructor, Dietary Manager/Technology FoundationsCathy Ashburn ................................................. Instructor, Certified Nurse AidePhyllis Ensor ................................................Adjunct Faculty, Dietary ManagerSherry Kyker ................................................Adjunct Faculty, Dietary ManagerTerry Peters ........................................ Senior Instructor, Electricity/ElectronicsLarry Bell ............................................ Adjunct Faculty, Electricity/ElectronicsScott Simerly ....................................Associate Instructor, HVAC/RefrigerationRonnie White ............................................. Senior Instructor, Millwright SkillsTerri Blevins ............................................................. Master Instructor, NursingMichele Armstrong .............................................................. Instructor, NursingSandy Barker .............................................................Senior Instructor, NursingApril Beam ........................................................................... Instructor, NursingLisa Blackburn ..........................................................Senior Instructor, NursingPenny Carrico ............................................................Senior Instructor, NursingKim Gouge ................................................................. Adjunct Faculty, NursingEmma Hopson ...................................................................... Instructor, NursingTim Pierce .................................Associate Instructor, Pipefitting and PlumbingDale Hicks ........................................................... Associate Instructor, WeldingSam Potter ..................................................................Adjunct Faculty, Welding

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Welcome to the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton, located in mountainous Northeast Tennessee, along the banks of the Watauga River, within a short driving distance from the North Carolina and Virginia state lines.

On behalf of the faculty and staff, I sincerely thank you for the trust you have shown in letting us be your training provider. Our school is the seventh largest among 27 Technology Centers operated by the Tennessee Board of Regents. We provide on-campus training to students from Carter, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi and Washington counties. We also offer online programs over the Internet.

In 2004, the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton received the Exceptional Training Provider Award from the Tennessee Higher Education Commission for having the highest student placement rate

Looking east near the convergence of Watauga and Doe rivers in Elizabethton, Tennessee.

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among 152 public and private postsecondary Workforce Investment Act t raining facilities in the state.

This school is fully accredited and adheres to the very highest standards of excellence for its programs. We are committed to meeting the needs of business and industry in our community. Our mission is to provide world-class training in technology, and then to assist our students in finding the best possible employment.

What makes us unique is our individualized curriculum. As a student you progress at your own speed. What we desire is competency, not a set number of days of attendance to be completed. When you have obtained the required skills, you graduate. By using this approach we can start students any time an opening exists, not just at the beginning of a term.

We do deliver when it comes to assisting our students. You will receive the individual attention you deserve so that your success is virtually guaranteed. All we ask is that you come each day.

May the time you spend at TTC-Elizabethton be a happy and productive period that will lead to a richer, more fulfilled life.

Sincerely,

Dean Blevins, Director

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TTC-Elizabethton serves Carter, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi and Washington counties. The Main Campus of TTC-Elizabethton is located at 426 Highway 91, across from the Elizabethton Municipal Airport. The Herman Robinson Campus is located at 1500 Arney Street in Elizabethton. Classes are also offered at the Mountain City Instructional Center, 358 Hospital Road, Mountain City; ETSU at Kingsport Campus, 1501 University Boulevard, Kingsport; and the Workforce Development Complex, 386 Highway 91, Elizabethton.

Currently, TTC-Elizabethton employs 42 full-time and part-time faculty and staff. Its annual operating budget of $3.2 million generates $11 million to the local economy. The tuition to attend TTC-Elizabethton is approximately $3,300 for 12 months of training. Financial assistance, totaling $7,550 per year, is available from the Tennessee Lottery Wilder-Naifeh Scholarship and Federal Pell Grant to students who qualify.

For the 12-month period from September 1, 2009 through August 31, 2010, TTC-Elizabethton had a student completion rate of 77 percent, job placement rate of 85.97 percent, and licensure pass rate on the Tennessee Board of Nursing examination of 94.16 percent for graduates to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. On a typical day, approximately 350 students commute to classes daily at TTC-Elizabethton from their residences in Northeast Tennessee. The average age of students attending TTC-Elizabethton is 32.

History

Main Campus – 426 Highway 91, Elizabethton

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ETSU at Kingsport Campus1501 University Boulevard - Kingsport

Herman Robinson Campus 1500 Arney Street- Elizabethton

Mountain City Instructional Center358 Hospital Road-Mountain City

Chronological Sequence of Events

In 1963, the Tennessee General Assembly established a statewide system of State Area Vocational-Technical Schools (Chapter 229, House Bill 633). The purpose of the schools was to better meet the occupational and training needs of citizens, employees and employers in the state. The legislation outlined the State’s commitment to locate and construct enough schools so that no resident was more than 50 miles from a school.

On October 1, 1965, the State Area Vocational-Technical School at Elizabethton began operations at 1500 Arney Street in Elizabethton. The school has operated continuously since then. The first class offered was Automobile Mechanics, followed by Basic Electricity and Electronics and Office Occupations. The first graduates were awarded diplomas in November of 1966.

On July 1, 1970, the first building addition at 1500 Arney Street was occupied.

Workforce Development Complex386 Highway 91- Elizabethton

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In 1971, the Tennessee General Assembly renamed the school the Herman Robinson State Area Vocational-Technical School at Elizabethton in memory of the prime sponsor of legislation to establish State Area Vocational-Technical Schools in Tennessee.

In 1983, Chapter 181, Senate Bill 746-House Bill 697, Public Acts of 1983, transferred the governance of the state technical institutes and area vocational-technical schools from the State Board of Education to the Tennessee Board of Regents. The transfer became effective on July 1, 1983 and includes 46 institutions, making it the sixth largest system of higher education in the nation.

In 1991, the second building addition at 1500 Arney Street was constructed to house Diesel Equipment Technology. Six years later, that building was expanded to provide a bay with a high ceiling to accommodate the installation of vehicle lifts.

In 1994, by action of the Tennessee General Assembly, the school’s name was changed from the State Area Vocational Technical School at Elizabethton to the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton. Subsequently, the school’s Arney Street campus was renamed the Herman Robinson Campus.

In July 1997, the fourth building addition for the school, a 17,000 square foot facility, opened at 426 Highway 91 in Elizabethton. It now serves as the Main Campus for TTC-Elizabethton. It was later renamed after Ralph Cole, former member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from Elizabethton.

On September 29, 2010, groundbreaking ceremonies were held for a $16 million campus consolidation project on a 12-acre tract at the Main Campus of the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton. The footprint of the consolidated campus, when completed in July of 2013, will cover approximately 95,000 square feet of training space to allow 10 full-time training programs to be located at the Main Campus. It will replace the 30,000 square foot training facility at the Herman Robinson Campus, 1500 Arney Street, in Elizabethton.

In the 47-year history of the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton, there have been six directors – Tommy Neece, Lonnie Hyder, Kelly Yates, Dr. Bruce Blanding, Jerry Patton and Dean Blevins.

The Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton, the sixth largest among 27 technology centers in Tennessee, is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education and governed by the Tennessee Board of Regents.

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Tennessee Board of Regents

Governor Bill HaslamJohn S. “Steve” CopelandGregory DuckettJohn FarrisLee GattsTom GriscomCommissioner Kevin S. HuffmanCommissioner Julius JohnsonJonas Kisber

Fran MarcumPaul W. MontgomeryRichard RhodaHoward RoddyEmily J. ReynoldsRobert P. ThomasDanni B. VarlanLinda Weeks

John Morgan Chancellor

Dale SimsVice Chancellor for Business and Finance

Thomas DanfordChief Information Officer

Lynn GoodmanVice Chancellor for Tennessee

Technology Center OperationsDavid Gregory

Vice Chancellor for Administration and Facilities Development

James KingVice Chancellor for Tennessee

Technology CentersChristine Modisher

General Counsel/Board Secretary

Dr. Paula ShortVice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

Wendy ThomsponVice Chancellor for Access and Diversity

Board Members

Senior Staff

Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton Proposed Consolidated Campus

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Tom Anderson, President/CEO Carter County Tomorrow

Bridget Ryan Baird, Office of U.S. Senator Bob Corker

Deacon Bowers, State Veterans Employment Representative (Ret.)

Dr. Ronald Dykes Director Washington County Schools

Fred Edens, City Manager City of Elizabethton

Dr. Charles Edwards, Retired Dean ETSU College of Education

Dr. Shirley Ellis, Director Carter County Schools

Patricia Holtsclaw, President Mountain States Foundation

Leon Humphrey Carter County Mayor

Dr. Jane Jones Chief of Staff, ETSU

Paul Montgomery Eastman Chemical Company

Lana Moore, Office of U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander

Kathy Pierce, Executive Director Alliance for Business & Training

Robert Reedy Reedy & Sykes Architects

Richard Renfro Carter County Schools

Patricia Roark, Instructor Tennessee Technology Foundations

Bob Robinson, Coordinator TTC-Elizabethton Institutional Development

Dr. Paul Stanton, President East Tennessee State University

Dwayne Taylor, CEO Sycamore Shoals Hospital

John Abe Teague, Office of Congressman Phil Roe

David Tucker, Attorney and Businessman

State Rep. Kent Williams, Tennessee House of Representatives

Keith Young, Director Northeast State at Elizabethton

Tennessee Technology Center General Advisory Committee

Tennessee Technology Center Foundation Community Board Of Directors

Dean Blevins • Director Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton

Gregory H. Bowers Attorney-at-Law

Shirley Hughes President/CEO Elizabethton Federal Savings Bank

Ronald D. Messimer Administrator NHC Health Care

Priscilla Redwine Director of Clinical Education Holston Valley Medical Center

Lynn Smith • Manager North American Industrial Products, Inc.

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Tennessee Technology Center Foundation

The Community Board of Directors for the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton, operating under the auspices of The Foundation for the Tennessee Technology Centers, Inc., held an organizational meeting on October 25, 2006.

A non-profit organization, the foundation has been designated a 501(c)(3) organization by the Internal Revenue Service. The purpose of the foundation is to promote education in the state of Tennessee; solicit, accept, administer and recommend disbursement of donations for the support and advancement of the Tennessee Technology Centers; and, foster, support and aid the educational objectives and mission of the Tennessee Technology Centers.

The Community Board of Directors for the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton set a fundraising goal of $l million and established the following donation categories: physical facilities, equipment, student scholarships and undesignated gifts.

Mission and Purpose

The mission of the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton is to continue to be the premier provider for Workforce Development in Carter, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi and Washington counties.

Recognizing that people may have widely varying backgrounds and abilities, TTC-Elizabethton believes that each student must be treated as an individual. Individualized instruction is utilized to the greatest extent possible. Most programs are structured to accommodate an open-entry, open-exit philosophy starting students at their present level and enabling them to progress to the level desired.

While the acquisition of specific skills and knowledge is important, equal emphasis is placed on the areas of character development, good work habits, reliability, honesty, and respect for authority needed for a productive society.

TTC-Elizabethton carries out its mission by providing competency-based training through various types of instructional delivery systems (online, video, etc.) of the highest quality that will qualify students for employment

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and/or advancement in jobs; providing quality training and retraining of employed workers; and providing high quality training that is economical and accessible to all residents of our region, thereby contributing to the economic and community development of the area we serve.

VisionIn order to achieve its mission and purpose, the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton subscribes to a vision that includes the following:

❖ Being the recognized leader in the Tri-Cities region in providing world-class technical training;

❖ Being the first choice for providing technical training for entry-level skills and upgrading of existing skills;

❖ Working partner with area business and industry in providing training for the 21st century;

❖ Supporting students by providing them with learning opportunities, based upon individualized instruction, when possible, and attending to each student’s unique learning needs, while instilling a strong foundation of knowledge and skills in sophisticated technologies, along with a positive work ethic;

❖ Being the first place employers in the Tri-Cities contact when seeking highly qualified and skilled workers;

❖ Supporting faculty and staff by providing continuing opportunities to improve their professional expertise and excel in their work through training and resources necessary and by providing a work environment that is conducive to the growth and development of each employee;

❖ Being successful in the training of students as demonstrated by their work success;

❖ Providing a positive learning environment where the needs of the students and the community are the umbrella under which all decisions are made; and,

❖ Staying on the cutting edge of technological changes in each program and in the curricular offerings.

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AccreditationTennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton is governed by the Tennessee Board of Regents and accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. TTC-Elizabethton, a Workforce Investment Board training facility, is approved for the training of veterans by the Tennessee Office of Veteran’s Affairs and the Tennessee Higher Education Commission.

The offices of the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education are located at 7840 Roswell Rd., Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350, telephone 1-800-917-2081.

Advisory CommitteesAdvisory committees play an important role in the school by providing information and recommendations which may assist the administrative staff in making decisions favorable to the effective operation of the school. The school also utilizes occupational advisory committees which aid the instructional staff in assessing the needs of the students and local industry. These advisory committees assist the instructional staff in keeping abreast of the latest equipment, methods, and technologies in their respective occupational areas. The General Advisory Committee meets twice a year, once in the spring and again in the fall.

FacultyTennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton faculty have extensive experience in their respective fields. They are employed by the Tennessee Board of Regents on the basis of their technical competence and professional training. A continuing program of supervision and teacher training is provided to keep the instructors current on trends, new developments, ideas, materials, teaching aids, and equipment in their area of specialization in vocational education.

Calendar of OperationsThe Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton operates on a year-round basis, dismissing only for the observance of legal holidays, teacher in-service, term breaks and student vacation days. Students who are enrolled in full-time training programs receive 30 hours of training per week. Part-time class schedules will vary. School calendars are made available to all students, faculty and staff.

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Release of Student Directory Information

The following items of student information are classified as “directory information” and may be released by the Center without the consent of the student:

Name

Address

Date and Place of Birth

Certificate and/or Diploma Awarded (employment purposes only)

Area of Training

Enrollment Status Full- or Part-time

Upon written request to the Student Services Coordinator, a student may deny the issuance of any or all directory information.

TTC-Elizabethton also complies with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. This act assists financial institutions in protecting the security of individuals’ non-public financial information. Details of this act can be found on our web site.

Student Rights Information

PUBLIC LAW 93-380 PRIVACY RIGHTS ACTTennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton adheres to the guidelines developed by the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare regarding the privacy rights of parents and students. Access to official records are provided to students and parents of dependent students as they relate to them and the dissemination of personally identifiable information without the student’s consent is limited.

POLICY ON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION TITLE VI/TITLE IX/ SECTION 104

Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton is an equal opportunity institution and offers equal opportunity for employment and admission to programs to all

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eligible persons without regard to age, gender, color, race, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACTThe Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, protects qualified applicants and employees with disabilities from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, job training, fringe benefits, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment on the basis of disability. The law also requires that covered entities provide qualified applicants and employees with disabilities with reasonable accommodations that do not impose undue hardship.

CAMPUS SECURITYIn support of the “Crime Awareness and Security Act of 1990,” TTC-Elizabethton makes every effort to provide a crime-free campus. An electronic security system provides protection for buildings and equipment during periods of non-occupancy. In the event of criminal action during periods of occupancy, the local police authorities will be called. The school compiles statistics on crimes committed on campus each year. These statistics are available from the administration upon request.

EMERGENCY ALERTSSign up for free TTCeAlerts on the home page of the TTC-Elizabethton Web site. The important campus information to be sent to you via cell phone, text pager, e-mail, web page, etc., includes lock downs, fire drills, inclement weather and school changes and other campus security matters.

DRUG-FREE CAMPUSTTC-Elizabethton reserves the right to enforce its zero tolerance policy on drugs by its occasional unannounced use of the local K-9 drug unit as a means of ensuring a drug-free campus.

SOLICITATIONSolicitation is prohibited on any campus facility.

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General Student InformationAdmission Requirements/Procedures

Anyone who desires to attend the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton must either be 18 years of age or 17 with a high school diploma or GED. Prospective students may apply for admission at any time. High school students may attend through dual enrollment, subject to classroom space availability, provided it is approved by their school counselor, the local school administrator and the technology center director.

Effective January 4, 2010, students enrolling in full-time (30 hours per week) training courses at the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton for the first time (excluding students enrolling in online courses and those taking Certified Nurse Aide training on campus) must provide documentation of immunization for measles, mumps and rubella (MMR).

Steps to apply for admission are as follows:1. Complete an Admissions Application and MMR Form, which are

available online at www.ttcelizabethton.edu and at the Main Campus Mail or deliver the Admissions Application and MMR Form, with requested documentation attached, to the Main Campus.

If classes are full, the applicant’s name is placed on a waiting list. When an opening exists, applicants will be contacted and admitted in the order applications were received. The enrollment period may vary by program due to space availability and the anticipated date to complete the training program.

2. Every student who enrolls in full-time training programs at theTennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton will be evaluated in the Technology Foundations Lab. If deficiencies are found in reading, writing, mathematics or study skills, the student must participate in a personalized remediation program as part of the regular instructional day. This activity is designed to help students make satisfactory progress in their chosen field of study.

3. Applicants who are not currently enrolled in high school are eligible for admission, provided they declare an occupational objective and demonstrate, through testing and counseling, reasonable potential for achieving that objective.

Note: Some classes, such as the Practical Nursing Program, may have

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different application procedures and may require certain additional physical and educational requirements. See the individual program listings for complete and specific requirements.

PROGRAM WITHDRAWALS Students who desire to withdraw from TTC-Elizabethton should do so officially to maintain good standing and to assure readmission.

Withdrawal procedures are as follows: (1) Inform proper personnel of intention to withdraw. (2) Instructor will obtain approval signatures from the Business Office, Financial Aid Office and Admissions Office.

APPLICATION FOR READMISSION Students in good academic standing who withdraw from school for personal or health reasons will be readmitted with the approval of the Student Services Coordinator. Students who have unsatisfactory academic progress or attendance violations must set out the remainder of the current term before applying for readmission. The Readmission Screening Committee will advise the student of needed remediation to be completed prior to consideration of readmission, subject to space availability. Recommendations on readmission must be approved by the director. Students who withdraw or drop during a term will have a waiting period of one complete term before being eligible for readmission. Students who have completed a program will have a one-year waiting period before readmission to another program.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The Tennessee Technology Center’s Financial Aid Program provides assistance to students who need and qualify for financial aid. Financial aid is offered based upon financial need as determined by the federal government’s system of need analysis. There are three categories of financial assistance: grants, work study and interagency funds.

GRANTS Federal Pell Grant

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Tennessee Student Assistance Award (TSAA)

Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant (Lottery)

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WORK STUDY

Federal Work Study Program (FWSP)

INTERAGENCY FUNDS

Veterans Administration Programs

Tennessee Opportunity Program for Seasonal Farmworkers (TOPS)

Vocational Rehabilitation Act Programs Workforce Investment Act (WIA)

Trade Readjustment Act (TRA)

Information regarding any of these programs may be obtained in Student Services at the Main Campus.

To be eligible to receive financial assistance, students who are 18 to 25 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service. To apply for any of the Federal Student Aid programs, an individual must complete the “Free Application for Federal Student Aid” (FAFSA) and obtain a valid “Student Aid Report” (SAR). The FAFSA application is on Web site www.fafsa.gov. The school code for the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton is 005281 and must be listed on page six of the application.

FAFSA applications may also be obtained in the Financial Aid Office at the Main Campus. The Financial Aid Coordinator offers assistance in completing the application for those who plan on attending the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton.

Applicants must bring the completed application form and income information to the Financial Aid Office. This will include:

• Your latest income tax return and/or your parent’s income tax return if you are considered a dependent student. (Refer to questions 48-54 on the application).

• All other untaxed income, such as Social Security benefits, AFDC benefits and child support received.

• A copy of your high school diploma or GED.

For more information, contact Patricia Collins, 423-543-0070,Ext. 305

Students who receive financial assistance are subject to being audited to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Federal Pell funds are not available to students who do not have a high school diploma or GED.

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VISITORSVisitors and prospective students are always welcome. Students are encouraged to bring prospective students to visit the school or a particular program. All visitors must check in through an administrative office.

POLICY OF MINORS ON CAMPUSTTC-Elizabethton is an institution of postsecondary education/training and, as such, must preserve conditions which will permit a proper learning and working environment at all times. Students, faculty, and staff may not leave minor children unsupervised on campus.

It is not the intent of this policy to prevent children, accompanied by an adult, from visiting the campus. However, consideration for the learning/training environment of the students, the work routine of staff employees, and the safety of the children requires that children may not accompany adults into classrooms, offices, or other work space as a baby sitting function nor be left unsupervised in the halls or grounds of the school. Childcare facilities should be utilized whenever possible.

In certain circumstances, children may be on campus when accompanied by an adult for a brief period of time. At such times, it is expected that the responsible adult will supervise the activities of the child.

Where a condition exists that does not appear to be covered by this policy, inquiry should be made to the Student Services Coordinator or the director.

TRAFFIC AND PARKINGStudents are required to follow the traffic flow and observe the 10 mile per hour speed limit on school grounds. Unless authorized to do so, students are prohibited from parking in areas designated for the handicapped and staff, as well as in other unauthorized parking areas. The administration may impose a fine for violation of this policy.

SMOKINGSmoking and use of tobacco products in the classrooms, shops and lobby are prohibited at all times. Please observe the “No Smoking” signs posted in school areas. There are designated student break areas at each campus facility.

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TELEPHONE CALLSCell phones should be turned off while in class. Students are not allowed to use business telephones. Students will not be taken out of class to receive telephone calls except in an emergency.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICYThe Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton is committed to continued excellence, leadership, and stewardship in protecting the environment. Environmental protection is a primary management responsibility, as well as the responsibility of every employee. In keeping with this policy, our objective as a school is to reduce waste and achieve minimal adverse impact upon the air, water, and land through excellence in environmental control.

The Environmental Guidelines include the following points:

Environmental protection is an important measure of employee performance. In addition, every employee is responsible for environmental protection in the same manner as he or she is for safety.

Minimizing or eliminating the generation of waste has been and continues to be a prime consideration in school operation, and management considers it as important as safety and education.

Reuse and recycling of materials has been and will be given first consideration prior to classification, treatment, and disposal of waste.

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Expenses

BOOKS AND SUPPLIESSupplies and books for programs offered by the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton are available in the Bookstore, located at the Main Campus, 426 Highway 91, Elizabethton, telephone 423-543-0070, Ext. 323 (1-888-986-2368 Toll Free).

The Bookstore is open from 7:30 a.m. to noon on Mondays, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and at other times when arranged by the instructor. The Bookstore is closed on Wednesday and Friday. All times are Eastern Time.

*The Technology Center has the option of charging $2.50 per hour within this range.

TENNESSEE TECHNOLOGY CENTERSFEE SCHEDULE

EFFECTIVE FALL TRIMESTER 2011

Special Academic Fees, Per Trimester: Welding Technology, $100.00, and Practical Nursing, $100.00. There may be additional costs depending upon the program. Tuition and technology fees are set by the Tennessee Board of Regents.

Hours Tuition Tech Fee Total1-40* $183.00 $41.00 $224.00

41-80* 247.00 41.00 288.00

81-135* 372.00 41.00 413.00

136-217 590.00 67.00 657.00

218-340 827.00 67.00 894.00

341-432 925.00 67.00 992.00

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FEESFees listed in this catalog are subject to change without notice. The school, in conjunction with the Tennessee Board of Regents, reserves the right to add, delete or change fees for admission to the school at any time without prior notice to the public.

FULL-TIME STUDENT FEESAll full-time students enrolling for more than 341 hours, whether resident or nonresident, will pay the current maximum tuition fee. Students enrolling or completing between terms beginning and ending dates will pay a prorated fee for that term based upon the fee schedule. Fees must be paid during registration before a student will be officially admitted to class, except for certain eligible veterans or their dependents who are allowed, by law, deferment of fees. Thereafter, the fee must be paid by the beginning of each term.

PART-TIME STUDENT FEESStudents enrolling in short-term, part-time, supplemental or special programs will be assessed a fee based upon the number of training hours for that particular program. The fee is collectible at the beginning of the program. Students must also pay the Technology Fee.

TECHNOLOGY ACCESS FEETTC-Elizabethton has always advocated and continues to support the position that student costs be kept at the most reasonable levels possible in order to make your postsecondary training experience affordable. At the same time, some fees are necessary to ensure that the training you receive is of the highest quality and competitive with that provided by other institutions while building a strong foundation for your success in the employment market. Such a fee is the student technology access fee. This fee is not refundable. The technology access fee will be applicable to all terms. The funds generated will be dedicated to improving the technology available on campus. TTC-Elizabethton realizes that we must make improvements in technology resources so that we can better prepare our students and help them open the door to expanded job opportunities.

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DEFERMENT OF PAYMENT FOR VETERANS

Members of the Armed Services, veterans, and dependents of veterans who are eligible beneficiaries of U.S.

Department of Veterans Affairs education benefits or other governmentally funded educational assistance, subject to the conditions and guidelines set forth in Tennessee Code Annotated 49-7-104 as amended, may elect, upon formal application, to defer payment of required tuition and fees until the final day of the term for which the deferment has been requested. Application for the deferment must be made no later than 14 days after the beginning of the term, and the amount of the deferment shall not exceed the total monetary benefits to be received for the term. Students who have been granted deferments are expected to make timely payments on their outstanding tuition and fees balance once education benefits are being delivered, and eligibility for such deferment shall terminate if the student fails to abide by any applicable rule or regulation, or to act in good faith in making timely payments.

ABILITY - TO - BENEFITTTC-Elizabethton will admit students based on the Ability-To-Benefit. Since these students lack a high school diploma or GED, entry into some programs that require a high school diploma or GED may be denied. Please see the admission requirements for each individual program to determine minimum entry requirements. For those students who are accepted into a program and lack a GED at the time of entrance, we highly encourage them to prepare to take the GED examination. Many businesses will not hire an individual if he/she does not have a high school diploma or GED regardless of training received at this school or elsewhere.

All students upon entering a program will be required to take an

Andrew Barber, an Air Force veteran from Kalamazoo, Michigan, became an HVAC/Refrigeration technician after completing the 12-month training program at the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton. Andrew also received the gold medal in HVAC/Refrigeration statewide competition, sponsored by SkillsUSA, prior to graduation in 2006.

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assessment test at our Technology Foundation lab to determine reading and math levels. If an assessment indicates reading and math deficiencies, the student will be referred to student services for counseling. It is not the intention of this school to enroll any student without a reasonable expectation of success. A student lacking the ability to comprehend postsecondary textbooks, based on our assessment, will not likely succeed in the program and will be encouraged to find a more appropriate placement. Other programs within the school will be explored. However, it is understood that an open entry admissions policy does guarantee the student the right to attempt whatever program he/she wishes to pursue.

Acceptable reading and math levels vary depending on the program. Reading or math levels below Level 4 will require a referral to a counselor. Students will be required to attend the Foundations Lab four hours each week to reach the 9-10 grade level.

Students who do not have a GED or high school diploma who desire financial assistance should contact the Financial Aid Office for other options.

TENNESSEE LOTTERY EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP(Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant)

Anyone at least 18 years of age, 17 with a high school diploma or GED, who has been a resident of Tennessee for one year on the date of school enrollment, may apply for the Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant. Full-time or part-time students may apply as long as they are working toward a certificate or diploma. Up to $2,000 per year will be awarded to students who qualify.

To apply, complete the “Free Application for Federal Student Aid” (FAFSA) and obtain a valid “Student Aid Report” (SAR). The FAFSA application is on the Web site www.fafsa.ed.gov. The school code for the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton is 005281 and must be listed on page six of the application. Preference will be given to applicants who apply by May 1.

Recipients must maintain satisfactory progress (a grade of “C” or better). Students have the right to appeal the loss of the Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills grant to the Office of Student Services. Complete information on the Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship is available in the offices of Financial Aid and Student Services.

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Any recipient of the Hope Scholarship is not eligible for the Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant. Students currently incarcerated are not eligible for the Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant.

RETURN CHECK POLICYA returned check fee of $30.00 will be assessed for each returned check presented to the business office at the school by anyone for any reason (i.e., maintenance fees, test fees, book sales, live work fees, etc.). Returned checks must be made good within 15 days or the student will be dismissed from the school.

REFUND POLICYThe criteria for student fee refunds is based on several factors and the policies of the Tennessee Board of Regents. A student does not need to make an official request in writing in order to receive a refund. TTC-Elizabethton complies with the requirement of refunding within 30 days of the last day of attendance. There are no refunds for books or supplies.

REFUND OF TUITION FEESA. Eligibility for refunds:

1. Change in a full-time student’s schedule which results in a reclassification to a part-time student.

2. Change in a part-time student’s schedule which results in a class load of fewer hours.

3. Voluntary withdrawal from the school.4. Cancellation of a class by the school.5. Death of a student.6. Students administratively dismissed will not be eligible for

refunds.

B. Calculation of the refund:1. Full Refund: a. 100% of fees will be refunded for classes canceled by the

school. b. 100% of fees will be refunded for drops or withdrawals

prior to the first official day of classes. c. 100% of fees will be refunded in the case of the death of the

student during the term.

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2. Partial Refunds: a. A refund of 75% will be allowed if a course is dropped or a

student withdraws within the first 10% of the class hours. b. A refund of 50% will be allowed if a course is dropped or a

student withdraws within the first 20% of the class hours. c. No refunds will be permitted after 20% of the class hours

have been completed.3. There will be no refund after the first official day of classes

when a minimum fee is collected.4. The following fees are nonrefundable: Technology Access Fee,

LPN Drug Screen Fee, RODP Online Access Fee, LPN Special Academic Fee, Malpractice Insurance Fee and ROCE Course Fee.

RETURN OF TITLE IV FUNDS POLICY 2008-2009The Higher Education Amendments of 1998 changed the formula for calculating the amount of aid a student and school can retain when the student withdraws from class. Students who withdraw from class prior to completing more than 60% of an enrollment term will have their eligibility for aid recalculated based on the percent of the term they completed. For example, a student who withdraws completing only 30% of the term will have “earned” only 30% of any Title IV aid received. The remaining 70% must be returned. If you are thinking about withdrawing from class prior to completing 60% of the term, please contact the Financial Aid Office.

THIS POLICY SHALL APPLY TO ALL STUDENTS AT TTC-ELIZABETHTON WHO RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID FROM TITLE IV FUNDS. “TITLE IV FUNDS” refers to the federal financial aid programs authorized under the Higher Education Act of 1965 (as amended) and for TTC-Elizabethton includes: Federal Pell Grants and Federal SEOG.

Title IV aid earned by the student shall be calculated as follows:

Clock hours completed by student = Percent ofTotal number of hours in period of term completedenrollment

Clock hours completed by student = Percent scheduledTotal hours scheduled to complete and completedas of withdrawal date

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Percent of term completed = Title IV aid earnedTitle IV aid awarded for the term by student

Unearned Title IV aid shall be returned to the appropriate program. When the total amount of unearned aid is greater than the amount returned by the TTC-Elizabethton from the student’s account, the student is responsible for repaying the unearned aid.

The Financial Aid Office will notify the student of the amount of repayment due within 30 days of determining the student’s withdrawal. The student has 30 calendar days after notification to make a repayment in full to TTC-Elizabethton Business Office, or make satisfactory repayment arrangements.

Any repayment owed will be sent to the U.S. Department of Education for collection if the student does not make repayment within the time allotted. STUDENTS OWING REPAYMENTS WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR ANY TITLE IV AID.

Tennessee Technology Center’s responsibilities in regard to the Return of Title IV Funds include:

▲ providing each student with the information given in this policy;

▲ identifying students who are affected by this policy and completing the Return of Title IV Funds calculation for the students;

▲ returning any Title IV funds that are due the Title IV programs.

The student’s responsibility in regard to the Return of Title IV Funds include:

▲ becoming familiar with the Return of Title IV Funds Policy and how withdrawal effects eligibility for Title IV aid;

▲ returning to the Title IV programs any funds that were disbursed to the student and for which the student was determined to be ineligible via the Title IV funds calculation.

The policies and procedures listed above supersede those published previously and are subject to change at any time by the U.S. Department of Education.

Worksheets for these calculations are available upon request in the Financial Aid Office.

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Student ServicesStudent Services include those activities involving recruitment, pre-enrollment counseling, and training period counseling. Although training period counseling is the responsibility of the administration, counseling, and instructional staff, the school has an occupational guidance counselor available to assist students in making their selection of a career objective. The counselor assists the students in matters concerning their education, personal and social problems, and financial aid. Since the students come from varied backgrounds, the counselor is cognizant of the student’s need for guidance and counseling in the vocational school setting.

The TTC program is designed to prepare students for a specific vocational objective; therefore, it is important that an intelligent vocational selection be made based upon the student’s interests, aptitudes, and abilities.

2010-2011 STUDENT OF THE YEAR Mark Roark of Mountain City, vice president of the National Technical Honor Society and graduate of the 12-month Business Systems Technology training program, was named 2010-2011 Student of the Year at the Tennessee Technology Center. A displaced worker, Roark enrolled at TTC-Elizabethton after working nine years in construction.

SkillsUSANATIONAL SILVER MEDALISTKathy Woodby of Carter County, 2011 graduate of the Licensed Practical Nursing training program at the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton, received a Silver Medal in SkillsUSA national competition in Kansas City, Mo., June 19-24, 2011. Woodby, who competed in the Health Occupations Professional Portfolio category, became the first

TTC-Elizabethton student to score a second-place finish in SkillsUSA national competition. Woodby plans to continue her education at Walters State Community College to become a Registered Nurse and then obtain a master’s degree in nursing from East Tennessee State University.

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STATE GOLD MEDALISTAdam Vest of Carter County, 2011 graduate of the Welding training program at the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton, scored first place in welding competition in Chattanooga, Tenn., on April 18-20, 2011. Vest and Kathy Woodby represented the State of Tennessee in the SkillsUSA National Championships June 19-24, 2011, in Kansas City, Mo.

SKILLS USA STATE COMPETITORS

Twenty students represented the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton in SkillsUSA state competition held in Chattanooga April 18-20, 2011. They are, from left, front row, Adam Vest of Carter County; Justin Bailey of Unicoi County; Zachary Jeffords of North Carolina; Mark Roark of Johnson County; Jacob Beasley of Virginia; Evan Shell of Carter County; back row, Heather Mulliken, Sabrina Guinn and Brittany Tyree, all of Washington County; Kathy Woodby of Carter County; Michelle Smith of Johnson County; Heidi Emmert of Sullivan County; Rebecca Hodgson and Dana Gillian, both of Carter County; and Kimberly Dowell, Amy Cardwell, Samantha McKinley, Shanda Henderson and Allena Lipford, all of Johnson County. Patricia Henderson, instructor of Business Systems Technology in Mountain City, not pictured, received the SkillsUSA Gold Medal Community Service Award.

Other medalists, by category, were:GoldWelding – VestMedical Portfolio – Woodby

BronzeBulletin Board – Lipford

SilverCPR – GuinnPin Design – EmmertDiesel – JeffordsOpening & Closing – Owens, Beasley, Gillian, Roark, Dowell, Smith, McKinley

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NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONOR SOCIETYTTC-Elizabethton received its National Technical Honor Society Charter in July 1999. Membership in NTHS is limited to students with a 95 overall grade point average, no attendance policy violations, who are nominated by a faculty member. TTC-Elizabethton received its National Technical Honor Society Charter in July of 1999.

In 2011, the NTHS Chapter at TTC-Elizabethton received the Silver Star of Excellence – Community Service and Outstanding Chapter awards from the NTHS national organization

NTHS SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTAmy Campbell of Carter County, a 2011 graduate of the Business Systems Technology training program, received a $1,000 Academic Scholarship from the National Technical Honor Society. Membership in NTHS is reserved for students with a 95 overall grade point average, no attendance policy violations, and who are nominated by a faculty member.

CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS TRAININGPrevious educational training and/or experience will be evaluated and the student will be enrolled in training at his/her proficiency level. The time normally required for training will be shortened accordingly. Training completed in the high school, technical institutes, colleges, and

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other training situations, such as business and industry, or the military will be evaluated toward completion requirements where applicable. Documentation and/or evidence of training or proficiency must be supplied by the student.

ARTICULATION PROCESSTransfer Credit From High School To Technology Centers

The articulation process at TTC-Elizabethton is designed to strengthen the high school student’s education by implementing a course of study that will encourage and reward exemplary work done at the high school level. Students completing a course of study at the high school level and who have met the competencies for that program will be awarded credit at TTC-Elizabethton when they continue their education.

Several articulation agreements are in place at this time. Additional agreements are in the developmental process. Students in our five-county service area interested in articulation need to contact their high school counselor or TTC-Elizabethton Student Services Coordinator.

Transfer Credit For Technology Center GraduatesA student who has completed a diploma program consisting of at least 900 contact hours at a Tennessee Technology Center will receive credit toward the General Technology Major, Associate of Applied Science Degree, at community colleges governed by the Tennessee Board of Regents. See TBR Policy 2:01:00:03, Principles for Articulation in Vocational/Technical Education, for additional information.

STUDENT CONDUCTInstitutional Student Disciplinary Rules for the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton are specified in Rules of the Tennessee Board of Regents published in Tennessee Code Annotated, Chapter 0240-3-21, January, 2008 (Revised).

Generally, through appropriate due process procedures, institutional disciplinary measures shall be imposed for conduct which adversely affects the institution’s pursuit of its educational objectives, which violates or shows a disregard for the rights of other members of the academic community or endangers property or persons on institution-controlled property.

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Individual or organizational misconduct which is subject to disciplinary sanction shall include but not be limited to the following examples:

1. Conduct dangerous to others. 2. Hazing. 3. Disorderly conduct. 4. Obstruction of or interference with institutional activities or

facilities. 5. Misuse of or damage to property. 6. Theft, misappropriation, or unauthorized sale. 7. Misuse of documents or identification cards. 8. Profanity. 9. Cheating. 10. Harassment. 11. Firearms and other dangerous weapons. 12. Explosives, fireworks, and flammable materials. 13. Alcoholic beverages. 14. Public intoxication. 15. Gambling. 16. Drugs and drug paraphernalia. 17. Sexual misconduct. 18. Pornography. 19. Financial irresponsibility. 20. Failure to cooperate with institutional officials. 21. Violation of general rules and regulations. 22. Violation of state or federal laws. 23. Use of cell phones and pagers during class. 24. Dress inappropriate to safety and academic integrity

regulations. 25. Unacceptable conduct in hearings.

Disciplinary action may be taken against a student for violation of the foregoing regulations which occur on institutionally owned, leased, or otherwise controlled property, or which occur off campus when the conduct impairs, interferes with or obstructs any institutional activity or the missions, processes and functions of the institution. In addition, disciplinary action may be taken on the basis of any conduct, on or off campus, which poses a substantial threat to persons or property within the institutional community.

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The instructor has the primary responsibility for control over classroom behavior and maintenance of academic integrity, and can order the temporary removal or exclusion from the classroom of any student engaged in disruptive conduct or conduct violative of the general rules and regulations of the institution. Extended or permanent exclusion from the classroom or further disciplinary action can be affected only through appropriate procedures of the institution.Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited. Students guilty of academic misconduct, directly through participation or assistance, are immediately responsible to the instructor of the class.In addition to other possible disciplinary sanctions which may be imposed through the regular institutional procedures as a result of academic misconduct, the instructor has the authority to assign an “F” or a Zero for the exercise or examination, or to assign an “F” in the course.If the student believes that he/she has been erroneously accused of academic misconduct, and if his/her final grade has been lowered as a result, the student may appeal the case through the appropriate institutional procedures.

DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONSUpon a determination that a student or organization has violated any of the rules, regulations or disciplinary offenses set forth in the regulations, the following disciplinary sanctions may be imposed, either singly or in combination, by the appropriate institution officials.

1. Restitution2. Warning3. Reprimand4. Restriction5. Probation6. Suspension7. Expulsion8. Interim or summary suspension

The administrator of the institution is authorized, at his/her discretion, to subsequently convert any sanction imposed to a lesser sanction, or to rescind any previous sanction, in appropriate cases.

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STUDENT GRIEVANCE PROCEDURESPURPOSEThe purpose of these procedures is designed to provide expediency through which students attending TTC-Elizabethton may process a legitimate complaint or grievance with the administration or employees of TTC-Elizabethton.

SCOPEThese procedures are applicable to students currently enrolled at TTC-Elizabethton. Students may utilize these procedures when they believe that they have been treated unfairly or inequitably with regard to the employees or policies while attending the school.

GRIEVANCE PROCEDURESStudents shall be entitled to present their complaints or grievances without fear of retaliation, interference, coercion, or discrimination. These procedures, principles and policies offer equal opportunity for admission into grievance procedures without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, or age under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

INFORMAL DISCUSSIONThe student must notify the school’s administration within five (5) business days after the occurrence of the event claimed to have given rise to the grievance. Any grievance or complaint must be in writing and submitted to the administration within five school days after an informal discussion. Any claim not presented within this time frame shall be deemed invalid. If the decision rendered after an informal discussion is unsatisfactory to the student, a formal grievance procedure request can be made at that time. Please contact the Student Services Coordinator for the exact process.

STUDENT DUE PROCESS PROCEDURE:Institutions and technology centers governed by the Tennessee Board of Regents, in the implementation of Board-approved policies and regulations pertaining to discipline and conduct of students, shall ensure the constitutional rights of students by affording a system of constitutionally and legally sound procedures which provide the protection of due process law.

If, in accordance with the institution or school regulations governing discipline in cases of student social misconduct, a hearing is requested, the following minimal procedures will be observed:

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1. The student shall be advised of the time and place of the hearing.

2. The student shall be advised of the breach of regulations of which he or she is charged.

3. The student shall be advised of the following rights: a. The right to present his or her case. b. The right to be accompanied by an advisor. c. The right to call witnesses in his or her behalf. d. The right to confront witnesses against him or her.

4. The student shall be advised of the method of appeal.

NOTICE ON FILING COMPLAINTSStudents or prospective students who wish to file a complaint related to accreditation or regarding violations of state law not resolved at the institution may submit a Student Complaint Form to the Tennessee Board of Regents at 1415 Murfreesboro Road, Suite 340, Nashville Tennessee 37217, or by going on line and filing out the form electronically at http://www.tbr.edu/contact/StudentComplaintForm.aspx. Under Tennessee’s open records law, all or parts of complaints will generally be available for review upon request from a member of the public. Complaints regarding accreditation can also be made by contacting the Council on Occupational Education (COE) at 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300 Suite 325, Atlanta, Georgia 30350 (www.council.org). Complaints of fraud, waste or abuse may be made by email at reportfraud@tbr.edu or by calling the Tennessee Comptroller’s Hotline for Fraud, Waste and Abuse at 1-800-232-5454

PROGRESSProgress reports, attendance records and work evaluations are kept on each student and filed in the school office, along with such information that may be pertinent to successful employment.

An evaluation and discussion of progress is conducted on a term basis. Students must maintain a “C” or better average for each term of instruction or be placed on academic probation if a D overall average (70-76%) is recorded. A grade of less than 70% is failing and the student will be terminated. Students who are terminated for unsatisfactory academic performance must sit out the remaining term before being eligible to apply for readmission. Re-entry into training programs for any student so suspended must be approved by the school director.

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ATTENDANCEThe nature of the programs at Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton is such that it is necessary for every student to attend regularly. Too many interruptions due to absences will have an adverse effect on student progress. Day classes meet Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., except designated holidays or student breaks.

According to Tennessee Board of Regents Policy No. 2:03:01:05, after a full-time student has been absent for a total of 24 hours within a term of instruction (5.5 percent of the term), the student may be counseled by the instructor or referred to Student Services. When a student has missed in excess of 42 hours within a term of instruction (9.2 percent of the term), the student will be suspended. The hours missed due to tardiness or leaving early will be included in the accumulation of hours leading to suspension.

A student is considered tardy if not in the classroom at the designated time for class to start. Five tardies result in Documented warning by the instructor. Six tardies result in Documented probation by designated authority. Seven tardies result in referral to the Director, which may result in suspension from the Tennessee Technology Center.

For students attending the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton on a part-time basis, unexcused absences and tardies will be prorated (i.e. 5.5 percent of the term of instruction – probation and 9.7 percent of the term of instruction – suspension), based upon attendance requirements for part-time students.

NOTE: All students are required to call in absences to their instructor. Unless a student contacts the school within three days, the student is subject to being dropped from the class roll.

Since all of the occupation training offered in the area schools involves technical knowledge and occupational and employability skills, students are encouraged to apply themselves in order to achieve success in their chosen vocational objective.

SAFETYThe Occupational Safety and Health Act, P.L. 91-596 of 1970, requires all persons to understand the safety and health requirements of their specific area of employment. Safety instruction is an integral part of the

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total instructional program and becomes the student’s responsibility to adhere to the safety and health requirements taught.

In some areas of training, safety glasses, protective clothing and protective footwear are required. At all times and in all training areas, proper school attire is a must for all students.

STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCEAt the time of registration, each student will be furnished information regarding the purchase of student accident insurance through a carrier approved by the Tennessee Board of Regents. All students are encouraged to purchase this insurance, especially those who will be working in shop situations where they may be exposed to potentially dangerous materials and equipment.

CLASS TRANSFERSWhenever it is deemed that a student is not enrolled in the desired program, the counseling department will work with the student in order to find a more suitable occupational area. It is expected that generally, this will occur during the first two or three months of the student’s training. Therefore, transfers will be limited. If a student is sponsored, the transfer must be approved by the sponsoring entity.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICYAfter listening to weather reports on the local radio stations giving the road conditions and the forecast, the director consults with the assistant director and a final decision is made as to whether or not classes will be cancelled or the school closed. An announcement will be made on the following radio and television stations: WBEJ, WXBQ, WTFM, WJCW, WCYB, and WJHL and via TTCeAlerts.

This decision will normally be made by 5:30 a.m., or as early as possible. Once a decision has been made, the radio and TV stations will be notified. When classes are in session and weather conditions are questionable, students are advised to use their own judgment in attending.

It is highly recommended that all students make up missed hours due to inclement weather. This is the only time that makeup work can be granted. Any student in danger of going over the maximum number hours they are permitted to miss in a term must make up their time before the end of the

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term. Failure to do so will result in termination due to attendance violations.

ATTENDANCE/ACADEMIC SUSPENSIONAttendance: Should a student fail to abide by the school’s attendance policy and fall into attendance violation, he/she will be suspended for the term he/she is enrolled, plus one year, before being considered for re-enrollment in school.

Example: If a student is suspended during the term, the suspension will be in effect for the remainder of the term, plus one year.

Academic: Should a student fail to make satisfactory progress or maintain a 77 average, the student will be placed on academic probation for one term. Two consecutive poor evaluations will result in suspension. A grade average below 70% is failing and the student will be dropped.

NOTE: Students enrolled in the Practical Nursing program are required to maintain an 81 average in all subjects in order to continue enrollment in the program and comply with guidelines and standards set by the Tennessee Board of Nursing.

Extenuating Circumstances: A student can appeal his/her attendance suspension to the Attendance/Financial Aid Appeals Committee. The committee is composed of two faculty members, two students, one support staff, and one school administrator. The Financial Aid Coordinator is also present as a non-voting member.

APPEAL PROCEDURES:1. Student is to submit complete documentation as to reasons for

absenteeism, i.e., doctor/dentist statement for period of time he/ she was absent.

2. Student is to write a letter to the committee providing rational for absenteeism.

3. Student is to appear before the committee to provide further explanation or answer any questions of committee members.

After reviewing the documentation, the committee will vote to uphold the school suspension, reinstate the student, or reinstate the student with conditions agreeable by the student and committee members. Any future appeals are automatically referred to the School Director for consideration.

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MILITARY DUTYStudents who are members of the Reserve or National Guard and are required to serve two weeks active duty each year will be permitted to do so. In such cases, the student will be granted leave for the period of active duty. VA students will be terminated for the two-week period, then re-enrolled upon their return. These students should advise the school of their military schedule at the beginning of the term their active duty tour is to occur so their tuition can be adjusted. The student must provide the school with a copy of the official orders.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTSGraduates of TTC-Elizabethton should not necessarily be expected to compete with persons who have developed skills and experience on the job. Usually, they are considered for “entry-level” employment in their respective occupation. Satisfactory completion may be achieved by demonstrating proficiency based on the occupational entry requirements.

A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to a student who reaches a designated job proficiency level in the training program. A Diploma will be awarded upon completion of the required units of study in the training program. (See each training program listing for job titles designed as complete courses of study.)

Graduates are required to conduct an exit interview with their instructor.

STUDENT TRANSCRIPTSPrevious students or their employers requesting copies of transcripts must complete and sign a request for release of information. If transcripts need to be mailed to another institution, the former student must make a written request, or may appear in person with a photo ID. Contents of the request must contain the student’s name while enrolled, social security number and the official name of the school and the mailing address. All students must complete an exit interview with their instructor before receiving a certificate, diploma or transcript.

PLACEMENTThe placement of students in satisfactory employment is one of the primary objectives of TTC-Elizabethton. Responsibility for placement of students in employment is vested in administrative, counseling and

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instructional staff who maintain close communication with employers. Students are expected to participate in the job-seeking process.

TTC-Elizabethton provides resume assistance and mock interviews for students upon request. Transcripts are available to students and others authorized upon request.

FOLLOW-UPTo better evaluate the effectiveness of course offerings, the instructional staff maintains close contact with their former students by correspondence, personal contact, and contact through a working relationship with their employers. Surveys and student follow-up studies are made to determine if changes need to be made in meeting the individual student needs as well as the needs of the employers. Employers, school personnel, and others are involved in follow-up efforts in order to assess and/or improve ways of serving the needs of each student.

Students may expect the initial follow-up contact to come approximately three to five months after leaving the training program. There will be additional periodic contact for further follow-up, and students are strongly urged and encouraged to take a few moments to respond to the questionnaires in a frank and candid manner.

PROGRAM OFFERINGSSpecific course offerings at TTC-Elizabethton are based primarily upon the needs and employment opportunities in the region. The total program is designed to provide the type of training that leads directly to employment, or that assists the employed worker to improve skills and increase technical knowledge. TTC-Elizabethton currently offers nine full-time training programs.

CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMSAll continuing education programs are designed to prepare students for employment in specific or closely-related occupations. Full-time continuing education programs are offered on a 30-hour per week basis. Part-time continuing education programs are offered on a less than 30-hour per week basis. Instructional units are designed as a guide to assist the instructor in developing an individualized training program for each student. The instructor will adjust the number of hours students must spend on each instructional unit based on their previous work experience and

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training progress. Persons who have completed with a diploma must wait a full year prior to re-entering a full-time preparatory program. Extenuating circumstances beyond the control of the student may justify granting a waiver of this general policy for earlier re-entry.

SUPPLEMENTAL PROGRAMSAll supplemental programs are designed to assist employed workers to improve or upgrade skills and increase technical knowledge necessary to present employment or to acquire new skills and knowledge for a higher level of employment. The length of the courses is determined by the specific needs of the members of the class. Time and frequency of meetings are arranged according to the conveniences of the groups for which the class is organized.

SPECIAL INDUSTRY TRAINING PROGRAMSSpecial industry training programs are available upon request. These classes are conducted by instructors at the school or at the place of the enrollees employment. When the need arises, specialized and intensified courses may be developed to meet specific requirements of industry.

TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATIONSThe Technology Foundations program is a requirement of the Tennessee Board of Regents to help students gain reading, math and writing skills necessary to be gainfully employed. Each student will have an individual schedule developed to meet his/her learning objectives. No student will be awarded a certificate or diploma without first having passed the Technology Foundations program.

The Technology Foundations program consists of a number of instructional activities in the fundamental skills a person is normally thought to need to function productively in society. Every full-time student enrolling in a program at TTC-Elizabethton will undergo a skill assessment. If deficiencies are found in reading, writing, mathematics, or study skills, the student must attend the school’s Technology Foundations program as part of their instructional day.

All students must complete Technology Foundations within six months of enrollment or be referred to Student Services. Students may also enroll in the Technology Foundations program for personal educational

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development or in preparation for taking the General Education Development (GED) test. This program is highly individualized and uses the latest methods in computerized instruction. Students may remain in this program until the desired basic skill levels are attained.

GED TESTINGGED tests are administered once each month. The cost to take the complete, five-part test is $55.00. The cost of a retest is $11.00 per test. The minimum age requirement for testing is 17. A school waiver is required for anyone 17 or 18 years old. Examinees, age 19, also require a waiver if they are attending or have attended high school in the current school year.

Applications for the GED test are available at local adult education centers. After completing the application form, please bring it, along with the testing fee, to the Main Campus, 426 Highway 91, to obtain an appointment to take the GED Test. The GED Test Fee will be waived for full-time students currently enrolled at TTC-Elizabethton.

GRADING POLICYStudent achievement is measured by the successful attainment of a series of competencies that are designed to measure entry-level workforce requirements. Students progress at their own pace in the majority of

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programs but must meet benchmark requirements before proceeding to the next level of instruction.

Letter grades are awarded, based upon the following scale:

A Excellent 93-100%

B Good 85-92%

C Fair 77-84%

D Poor 70-76%

F Unacceptable Below 70%

I Incomplete

A list of hours of instruction and the percentage of test scores indicating mastery learning by the student is maintained by the instructor and placed in the student’s file. A student is apprised on a monthly basis of his/her academic progress through conferences with the instructor. A student who does not make satisfactory progress for two consecutive academic terms is dropped from the program. An overall grade of below 70% will result in immediate dismissal at the end of a term.

NON-DISCRIMINATIONTTC-Elizabethton is an equal opportunity institution for employment and admission to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, or handicap. Special accommodations for handicapped persons include designated handicapped parking, entrance ramps to buildings, and handicapped equipped rest room facilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities and/or limited English proficiency by contacting the student services coordinator. TDD: (423) 547-7511 or (423) 610-0134.

DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS FOR CURRENT GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS

For information about graduation rates, the median debt of students who complete full-time training programs at TTC-Elizabethton, and other related information, visit our website at www.ttcelizabethton.edu, select on campus programs. For additional information on Federal Student Aid Gainful Employment FAQs (“GE FAQs”) D-Q3, visit www.ifap.ed.gov/GainfulEmploymentInfo/2011GEFAQ.html.

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Program ListingsTraining programs offered by the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton are listed alphabetically in the following pages, accompanied by a brief course description, approximate length of time to complete each proficiency level, and the award for each level. One week equals 30 classroom hours. Daily class hours are subject to change.

Training Programs That May Be Completed in 12 to 20 MonthsAutomotive Technology Business Systems TechnologyComputer Information Technology Diesel Powered Equipment TechnologyElectricity-Electronics HVAC/RefrigerationMillwright Skills NursingPipefitting and Plumbing Welding

Registration Fee to Attend TTC-Elizabethton as a Full-Time Student(Effective Fall Trimester, 2011)

Cost For 12 months Cost Per TrimesterAll Programs Except Nursing & Welding – $2,976 All Programs – $992

Nursing – $3,276 Nursing – $1,092Welding – $3,276 Welding – $1,092

Financial Assistance to Qualifying Students(Effective Fall Trimester, 2011)

Yearly Per Trimester$2,000 Wilder-Naifeh Lottery Scholarship $667

$5,550 Federal Pell Grant $1,850

Short-Term Online Training ProgramsThe Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton also offers short-term online training programs. The time to complete each course is also shown.

Dietary Manager – 8 MonthsDietary Aide – 4 MonthsCareer Skills – 40 hoursCompass Prep – 20 hoursBusiness Etiquette & Business Writing Skills – 24 hoursFood Safety – 24 hoursFoodservice – 24 hoursFoodservice Management – 24 hoursFoodservice Management Skills – 24 hoursBasic Nutrition Principals – 24 hoursCommunication Skills in the Workplace – 18 hoursOSHA General Industry – 16 hoursOSHA Construction Industry – 16 hours

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Automotive TechnologyC.I.P. CODE 47.0604

All eight areas of the Automotive Technology Program been certified by the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation. The goal of

the Automotive Technology Program is to meet the occupational and technical training and retraining needs of the local automotive service industry by (1) offering full-time and supplemental training in response to local employment demands; (2) offering individualized instruction based on individual student needs and abilities; (3) being committed to achieving customer satisfaction through continuous improvement and retraining of the instructor and upgrading the lab and instructional equipment on an ongoing basis; (4) emphasizing the development of work ethics consistent with employee success; and, (5) making training opportunities available to all that possess the desire and potential to excel in the automotive service industry. The program provides instruction in the classroom and gives hands-on experience using modern computerized engine analysis equipment, front-end alignment machines, brake repair equipment, and state-of-the-art equipment for repairing and diagnosing today’s high-tech automobiles.

LENGTH OF PROGRAMThe average length of the competency-based program is 2,160 hours (20 months) for full-time students. Actual time is dependent upon enrollment and the length of time it takes to achieve each competency. This program contains several completion points designed to prepare students for various entry-level jobs within the automotive field. A certificate may be awarded after each unit of instruction is completed. A diploma is awarded when all outlined courses are completed.

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Units of StudyEngine RepairAutomotive ElectricalEngine PerformanceChassis and SteeringManual Transmissions/TransaxlesAutomotive Transmissions/TransaxlesAutomotive BrakesHeating/Air Conditioning

Certificate Awards*Safety and Orientation................................... 2 weeksEngine Repair Technician ............................. 2 monthsAutomatic Transmission/

Transaxle Technician ................................. 2 monthsManual Drive Train and

Axles Technician ....................................... 1.5 monthsSuspension and Steering

Technician .................................................. 1.5 monthsBrake Technician ........................................... 1.5 monthsElectrical/Electronics

System Technician ..................................... 4.0 monthsHeating and A/C ............................................ 1.5 monthsEngine Performance ...................................... 4.0 monthsService Station Mechanic .............................. Varies

Diploma AwardsAutomotive Technician ................................. 20 monthsAutomotive Technician Apprentice ............... 20 months

CLASS HOURSClasses meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Herman Robinson Campus, 1500 Arney Street, Elizabethton.* Safety and Orientation is not included but is mandatory for all Certificate

Awards.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSThis program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year, subject to space availability. Students must be at least 18 years old and not attending public school. However, high school students may attend through dual enrollment provided it is approved by their school counselor, the local school administrator and the technology center director.

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Business Systems TechnologyC.I.P. Code 52.0499

The Professional Secretaries Institute Model Curriculum for office careers provides a framework for this 12-month program making it easier to

train individuals to perform work successfully in the area. Through a series of suggested courses, this curriculum develops the skills and attitudes office professionals need to secure good jobs in the office of the 21st Century. The curriculum reflects the use of state-of-the-art office equipment and promotes the use of computers, as well as other office machines in the office. The current course of study emphasizes the use of technology and the development of interpersonal skills that students use to secure a job and keep it. Individuals are trained to perform work successfully as administrative assistants with emphasis in accounting or customer service and medical administrative assistant with emphasis in transcription or insurance and coding.

Length Of ProgramThe average length of the competency-based program is 1,296 hours (12 months) for full-time students. Actual time is dependent upon enrollment and the length of time it takes to achieve each competency. The individualized concept used in most training programs allows students to progress at their learning rate. This program contains several completion points designed to prepare students for various entry-level jobs within the Office Technology field.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSThis program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year, subject to space availability. Students must be at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma or GED.

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Units of Study

Certificate Awards*General Office Assistant .............................. 4 months*Software Applications Specialist................. 8 months

Diploma Awards* Administrative Assistant............................. 12 months(Accounting Emphasis)*Administrative Assistant ............................. 12 months(Customer Service Technology Emphasis)*Medical Administrative Assistant ............... 12 months(Insurance and Coding Emphasis)*Medical Administrative Assistant ............... 12 months(Transcription Emphasis)

CLASS HOURSClasses meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Main Campus, 426 Highway 91, Elizabethton, and Mountain City Instructional Center, 358 Hospital Road, Mountain City.Part-time classes are available and meet from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, only at the Main Campus, 426 Highway 91, Elizabethton.* Available online at www,rodp.org

Orientation and SafetyTechnology of FoundationsLearning StrategiesProfessional DevelopmentIntroduction to ComputersKeyboarding and Document

ProcessingBusiness Math and Personal

Finance Office ProceduresBusiness CommunicationsIntermediate Document

ProcessingSpreadsheet ApplicationsDatabase ApplicationsPresentation SoftwareEmployability SkillsAccounting

PayrollComputerized AccountingAdvanced Telecommunications Customer Relations

Management and EthicsPublic Communications Collections ManagementCustomer Service Technology

Trends Medical TerminologyMedical Ethics Medical Office ProceduresIntroduction to Medical

InsuranceIntroduction to Medical CodingElectronic Health RecordsMedical Transcription

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Computer Information Technology

C.I.P. Code 52.0407

Computer Information Technology is a 12- to 20-month program that will enable students to become familiar with computer equipment and

peripherals and the proper handling and care of the equipment. Students will also learn how the computer works and how it can benefit employees in the modern workplace.Students will gain knowledge in terminology, installation of software and become proficient in the use of software programs.Upon completion of the fundamentals of computer operations, students will advance to the technical aspects of computers. This will include troubleshooting computer problems. Students will learn computer networking setup, multimedia, how to access the Internet, and the latest in technological advancements in the world of computers.When students complete all levels of this program, they should be able to pass the Microsoft Office User Specialist Certification, the A+ Certification Exam, and several different certifications for networking.

LENGTH OF PROGRAMThe average length of this competency-based program is 2,160 hours (20 months) for full-time students choosing the computer technology field. Actual time is dependent upon the length of time it takes to achieve each competency. This program contains several completion points designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs within the Computer Technology field.

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSThis program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year, subject to space availability. Students must be at least 18 years old and not attending public school. However, high school students may attend through dual enrollment provided it is approved by their school counselor, the local school administrator and the technology center director.

Units of StudyOrientation and SafetyTechnology FoundationsIntroduction to Electricity Computer FundamentalsA+ Certification PreparationNetworking+ Certification PreparationSecurity+ Certification Preparation Linux+ Certification Preparation C-Tech Cabling (Fiber optic and Copper Construction)MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist)

WordExcelPowerpointOutlookAccess

Certificate AwardsComputer Operator ............................................. 4 monthsApplication Specialist......................................... 8 monthsHardware Technician .......................................... 12 monthsNetwork Analyst ................................................. 16 monthsNetwork Security Specialist ............................... 20 months

Diploma AwardsMicrocomputer Specialist................................... 12 monthsNetworking Specialist ........................................ 20 months

Class HoursClasses meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Herman Robinson Campus, 1500 Arney Street, Elizabethton.* Also available online

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Tennessee Board of Regents Online Technical Certificate &

Degree Programs

The Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton serves as a Home Institution for Tennessee Board of Regents online Certificate and Diploma

Programs (Regents Online Diploma Programs (RODP) and Regents Online Continuing Education (ROCE). Technical support for accessing course lessons and assignments is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

How to become an RODP Student: Nine Easy Steps 1. Connect to the Internet. 2. Go to the Regents Online Degree Program web site:

http://www.rodp.org. 3. Go to the Technical Certificates. 4. Complete the Student Profile. 5. Select the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton as your

Home Institution. (TTC-Elizabethton will coordinate your registra-tion and award your certificate or diploma.)

6. Contact either Betty Hoss or Nancy Perkins, RODP and ROCE student advisors at TTC-Elizabethton, telephone (423) 543-0070 or 1-888- 986-2368 (toll-free).

7. Register and pay for your courses. Credit card payments will be ac-cepted by phone by calling (423) 543-0070 or 1-888-986-2368 (toll-free).

8. Buy your textbooks online at the Virtual Bookstore. Go to www.RODP.org, select Bookstore.

9. Begin your online classes.

RODP OnlineHours Tuition Access Fee Total

1-40 $183.00 $ 64.00 $247.00

41-80 247.00 86.00 333.00

81-135 372.00 130.00 502.00

136-217 590.00 207.00 797.00

218-340 827.00 289.00 1,116.00

341-432 925.00 324.00 1,249.00

RODP Certified Nurse Aide lab fee is $75.00 per trimester.

TENNESSEE TECHNOLOGY CENTERSRODP FEE SCHEDULE

EFFECTIVE FALL TRIMESTER 2011

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Regents Online Technical Certificate Awards generally may be earned in one or two trimesters requiring 432 to 864 clock hours. Courses may be taken for the purpose of acquiring a certificate or as standalone training opportunities.

Allied Health CoursesDementia Care – 40 clock hoursDosage Calculations for Nurses – 36 clock hoursElectronic Health Records – 60 clock hoursMath Assessment Test Prep – 30 clock hoursMedical Terminology – 80 clock hours Licensed Practical Nurse Refresher – 100 clock hours

Business Systems Technology Certificate General Office AssistantSoftware Applications Specialist

Computer Information Systems Certificate PC OperatorInformation Processing Technician

Drafting and CAD Technology Certificate Detail DrafterCAD Technician

The following Regents Online Technical Diploma Awards may be earned in three trimesters requiring 1,296 clock hours:

Business Systems Technology Diploma Administrative Assistant with Accounting EmphasisAdministrative Assistant with Customer Service Technology EmphasisMedical Administrative Assistant with Transcription EmphasisMedical Administrative Assistant with Insurance and Coding Emphasis

Computer Information Systems Diploma Computer Support Specialist Web DeveloperComputer Information Systems

Drafting and CAD Technology DiplomaDrafting and CAD Technician

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Diesel Powered Equipment Technology

C.I.P. Code 47.0605

The Diesel Powered Equipment Technology Program provides students with practical experience in the repair and maintenance of diesel engines, fuel

systems, electrical systems, clutch and transmissions, hydraulics, drive-lines, axles, frame suspension, and diesel truck and tractor steering. Students receive instruction in diagnosing trouble and engine analysis. The fuel injection lab allows students to work on actual diesel vehicles.

LENGTH OF PROGRAMThe average length of this competency-based program is 2,160 hours (20 months) for full-time students choosing the Diesel technology field. Actual time is dependent upon the length of time it takes to achieve each competency. This program contains several completion points designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs within the Diesel Powered Equipment Technology field.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSThis program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year, subject to space availability. Students must be at least 18 years old and not attending public school. However, high school students may attend through dual enrollment provided it is approved by their school counselor, the local school administrator and the technology center director.

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Units of StudySafety and OrientationWelding and CuttingDiesel EnginesDrive TrainsBrakesSuspension and SteeringElectricity/ElectronicsHeating/Air ConditioningPreventative MaintenanceHydraulicsASE Test Prep

Certificate AwardsPreventive Maintenance Service

Technician .................................................. 4 monthsDiesel Engine Assembler .............................. 8 monthsDiesel Technician Apprentice ........................ 12 monthsDiesel Technician Assistant ........................... 16 months

Diploma AwardsDiesel Technician .......................................... 20 months

CLASS HOURSClasses meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Herman Robinson Campus, 1500 Arney Street.

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ONLINE DIETARY MANAGER TRAINING PROGRAM

(8 months)

The online Dietary Manager Training program can be completed in eight months. The program is designed to prepare graduates for the

National Credentialing Exam to become a Certified Dietary Manager. Registration will be ongoing and students are directed to the school’s web site, www.ttcelizabethton.edu, for complete instructions.

DESCRIPTIONThe program, approved by the Dietary Manager Association (DMA), consists of 714 computer-generated classroom hours and 150 hours of field experience in your local area. The Program Director and Certified Dietary Manager/Registered Dietitian Preceptors coordinate field training.Students are eligible for student membership in the Dietary Manager Association. Upon receiving the Certificate of Completion from the Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton, students are eligible to take the National Dietary Manager Credentialing Exam administered by the American College Testing Program. Students are also eligible for active DMA membership.A Dietary Manager is an asset to hospitals, nursing homes, extended care facilities, large childcare centers, correctional and rehabilitative centers, food service distributors and school systems, among other settings.

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Dietary Managers are trained in understanding the basic nutritional needs of their clientele. They work with Registered Dietitians to provide quality nutritional care for patients and/or residents, including food procurement services, sanitation, and food and safety and administrative/personnel management. With the growing elderly population, Dietary Managers are highly marketable to employers. The average annual salary of Dietary Managers, nationally, is $45,423.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma or GED is required for this program. Prior to field training, students must have recent TB skin test or chest X-ray. Application for admission must be submitted and fees paid prior to being admitted to the program.

APPLICATION PROCEDURESComplete an application for admission. The application may be obtained at the Main Campus, 426 Highway 91, Elizabethton, between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, Eastern Time, or online at www.ttcelizabethton.edu.

TUITION AND FEESThe Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton does not charge out-of-state fees. Money orders should be mailed to Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton, P.O. Box 789, Elizabethton, TN 37644 or credit cards will be accepted for payment by calling the Business Office at (423) 543-0070, Toll Free 1-888-986-2368. Payment for books and shipping will be accepted in the same form.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCEThe online Dietary Manager Training Program is approved for the Federal Pell Grant and Tennessee Lottery Education Scholarship, the latter for residents of Tennessee.

COST OF PROGRAM (APPROXIMATE)Tuition and Fees 1st Term .............$992.00Tuition and Fees 2nd Term ..............992.00Books and Materials ......................242.00Liability Insurance ...........................15.00Total Program Cost ...................$2,241.00(Program costs subject to change.)

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Units of StudyManagement of Food ServiceNutrition and Medical Nutrition TherapySanitation and Food SafetyHuman Resource ManagementCareer SkillsField Training Experience

1st Term – 432 Web-based online hours2nd Term – 282 Web-based online hoursand 150 Field Training hours.

Certificate AwardsDietary ManagerFood Safety and Sanitation

Certified Dietary Manager(Upon Passing Exam)

CONTACT PERSONMs. Patricia Roark, Program Director(423) 547-2590, Ext. 401Toll Free 1-888-986-2368

TECHNICAL SUPPORTNate Hall(423) 547-2590, Ext. 404Toll Free 1-888-986-2368

Sherry Kyker, left, and Phyllis Ensor, online instructors, are pictured with a state award presented to TTC-Elizabethton in 2008 for innovative credit programming in the online Dietary Manager and Dietary Aide training programs.

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Online Dietary Aide Training Program

(4 Months)Online Dietary Aide is a four-month, part-time, training program designed to meet the education needs of those desiring to work in the food service industry. Dietary Aides work with Dietary Managers and Registered Dietitians to provide quality nutritional care for patients, residents, clients and customers. The program consists of 432 web-based training hours, which allows easy transfer into the Online Dietary Manager Training Program.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSNo high school diploma or GED is required. Students must be at least 18 years of age.

APPROXIMATE COST OF PROGRAMTuition and Fees ...................... $992.00Books and Materials s/h ........... 110.00Total Program Cost .............. $1,102.00(Program costs subject to change.)

Units of StudyManagement of Food ServiceSanitation and Food SafetyIntroduction to Nutrition/Diet Therapy

Certificate AwardsDietary Aide Training ProgramSafety and Sanitation

CONTACT PERSONMs. Patricia Roark, Program Director(423) 547-2590, Ext. 401Toll Free 1-888-986-2368

TECHNICAL SUPPORTNate Hall(423) 547-2590, Ext. 404Toll Free 1-888-986-2368

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ELECTRICITY / ELECTRONICSC.I.P. Code 47.0101

The Electricity/Electronics Program provides students with basic theory, practice, experiments and real work experiences in this field. After

completion of basic electrical and electronic curricula, students have the option of specializing in one or more of the following areas: Advanced Digital Electronics, Solid State Motor Controls, Robotics, and Programmable Logic Controllers. Upon completion of the course, students can apply this knowledge to today’s ever-changing technological advancement in residential, commercial, industrial electricity and electronics.

LENGTH OF PROGRAMThe average length of this competency-based program is 1,296 hours (12 months) for full-time students choosing the Electricity field and 1,728 hours (16 months) for the full-time student choosing the Electronics field. Actual time is dependent upon the length of time it takes to achieve each competency. This program contains several completion points designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs within the Electricity/Electronics field.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSThis program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year. However, entrance is dependent upon space availability. Students must be at least 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.

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Units of StudyOrientation and SafetyAC/DC FundamentalsResidential Wiring and NECTransformer TheoryTest Equipment & Soldering TechniquesBlueprint Reading/Symbols/Applied MathAC/DC Motors and ControlsIndustrial WiringSemiconductors/Electronic Circuits/Circuit Analysis

Programmable Logic ControllersDigital ElectronicsBasic RoboticsBasic Fiber OpticsRenewable Energy

Certificate AwardsElectrician Helper.......................................... 3 monthsElectronics Assembler ................................... 3 months

Diploma AwardsElectrician ..................................................... 12 monthsIndustrial Electronics Technician .................. 16 months

CLASS HOURSClasses meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Main Campus, 426 Highway 91, Elizabethton. A part-time training program is also offered in the evening.

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HVAC / RefrigerationC.I.P. Code 47-0201

The HVAC/Refrigeration program consists of classroom and shop learning experiences, as well as computer simulators that are concerned with

commercial and residential heat pumps, gas furnaces, geo-thermal units, oil furnaces, chillers and walk-in coolers. Instruction will be given in charging and evacuating refrigerants, testing compressors, relays and overload devices. Other learning experiences include installation, repair, trouble shooting and maintenance of commercial and residential units. Included in the curriculum is the theory and application of basic principles of air conditioning, cooling, heating, cleaning, filtering and humidifying, blueprint reading, load calculations, air balancing, schematic wiring, diagram reading and low-voltage controls.

LENGTH OF PROGRAMThe average length of this competency-based program is 2,160 hours (12 to 20 months). Actual time is dependent upon enrollment and length of time it takes students to achieve each competency. This program contains several completion points designed to prepare students for various entry-level jobs within the HVAC field.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSThis program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year, subject to space availability. Students must be at least 18 years old and not attending public school. However, high school students may attend through dual enrollment provided it is approved by their school counselor, the local school administrator and the technology center director.

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Units of StudyOrientation and SafetyAir Conditioning SystemsPrinciples of Heat TransferHeat Pump SystemsTools and EquipmentHeating SystemsPiping and Piping PrinciplesCommercial Refrigeration

ElectricityAir HandlingControlsSystem Installation/Start UpLoad CalculationsSystem ServicingRefrigeration System ComponentsSheet Metal

Certified Testing Center

CertificationSection 608 EPA CertificationAir Conditioning CertificationCommercial A/C CertificationHeat Pump CertificationCommercial Refrigeration CertificationGEO-Thermal CertificationGas Heat CertificationOil Heat CertificationHydronics – 1 (Steam) CertificationHydronics – 1 (Hot Water) Certification

Certificate AwardsHVAC Installer and Service Helper .............. 4 monthsDomestic Unit Repairer................................. 8 monthsEPA Certification ........................................... 8 monthsSheet Metal.................................................... 8 months

Diploma AwardsHVAC Technician.......................................... 12 monthsRefrigeration Technician ............................... 12 monthsHVAC/Refrigeration Technician ................... 16 monthsCommercial Refrigeration/

Air Conditioning Technician ..................... 20 months

CLASS HOURSClasses meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Herman Robinson Campus, 1500 Arney Street, Elizabethton.

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Millwright SkillsC.I.P. Coded 47.0303

The Millwright Skills Program consists of classroom and shop learning experiences in the installation, alignment and maintenance of all types

of industrial equipment and machinery using the latest technologies in troubleshooting, alignment and repairing.Graduates will have basic knowledge of the tools, materials, equipment, processes and career opportunities available in the industrial maintenance field and will have the knowledge necessary to acquire employment and develop a career.

LENGTH OF PROGRAMThe average length of this competency-based program is 1,296 hours (12 months). Actual time is dependent upon enrollment and length of time it takes students to achieve each competency. This program contains several completion points designed to prepare students for various entry-level jobs within the Millwright field.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSThis program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year, subject to space availability. Students must be at least 18 years old and not attending public school. However, high school students may attend through dual enrollment provided it is approved by their school counselor, the local school administrator and the technology center director.

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Units of StudyOrientation, Safety and First AidBasic and Core InformationBasic HVACWelding and CuttingPipefitting and PlumbingElectricityBlueprint ReadingRigging, LubricationInstallation and Maintenance of Bearings and Shafts, Pumps and

EquipmentAlignment and LevelingMiscellaneous Construction and Maintenance Trades

Certificate AwardsMillwright Apprentice ................................... 1 monthMillwright Helper I ....................................... 2 monthsMaintenance Apprentice................................ 4 monthsMillwright Helper II ...................................... 9 months

Diploma AwardsMaintenance Mechanic ................................. 12 monthsMillwright ..................................................... 12 months

CLASS HOURSClasses meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Main Campus, 426 Highway 91, Elizabethton.

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Pipefitting and PlumbingC.I.P. Code 46.502

Pipefitting and Plumbing Technology is a competency-based training program that takes 1,296 hours (12 months) to complete. Actual time

is dependent upon the length of time it takes to achieve each competency.The individualized concept allows each student to progress at their own learning rate. The training program prepares students for an entry-level position as a pipefitter.Students will learn various pipe and welding fabrication techniques in including interpreting blueprints and specifications; making detailed sketches for pipe and equipment fabrication and installation; cutting pipe using various hand or power tools; measuring, cutting with blades and torches; threading, grooving, bending, soldering, brazing, welding, assembling, joining; and installing pipes, valves and fittings.

LENGTH OF PROGRAMThe average length of this competency-based program is 1,296 hours (12 months). Actual time is dependent upon enrollment and length of time it takes students to achieve each competency. This program contains several completion points designed to prepare students for various entry-level jobs within the Pipefitting and Plumbing fields.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSMust have a High School Diploma or GED and be at least 17 years of age.

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Units of StudyOrientation and SafetyOSHA CertificationTrade ToolsApplied Math – PipefittingBlueprint Reading, Drawings and SymbolsOxy-fuel Cutting, Welding and Torch SafetyRigging and Pipe HangersPipe Valves, Flanges and FastenersTypes and Schedules of PipeFabrication, Make-Up and Take-OffButt Weld FabricationSocket Weld FabricationThreaded Pipe FabricationCopper Pipe FabricationCareer SkillsPlumbing Codes and StandardsRough In SpecificationsTesting and InspectionFinal Installation

Certificate AwardPipefitter Entry-Level Helper upon completion of 48 hours of

instruction.Pipefitter Middle Class Helper upon completion of 432 hours of

instruction.Pipefitter Top Helper upon completion of 630 hours of instruction.

Diploma AwardsPipefitting/Plumbing Diploma upon completion of 1,296 hours of

instruction.

CLASS HOURSClasses meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Hunter Instructional Center, 559 Highway 91, Elizabethton.

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Practical NursingC.I.P. Code 51.16113

The 12-month Practical Nursing Program is designed to meet the educational needs for members of the nursing team employed in hospitals, nursing

homes and health care agencies, among others, to give assistance in the care of patients. The program gives students technical knowledge and skills needed for employment as a practical nurse.Each student will receive classroom instruction and clinical experience. All instructors are Registered Nurses and each has at least three years experience as a practicing RN. This program is designed to prepare graduates to take the State Board of Nursing examination to become a Licensed Practical Nurse.

LENGTH OF PROGRAMThe length of this competency-based program is 1,296 hours (12 months) for the full-time student choosing the practical nursing field.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSStudents desiring to enroll in the Licensed Practical Nursing Program must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 17 years of age. Applicants must take the entrance test, called Compass, and score a minimum of 80 in Reading and 50 in Math (pre-Algebra). Equivalent ACT scores will be accepted, provided the student is 20 years of age or younger. ACT scores must be a minimum of 19 in Math, Reading and English subject areas.The non-refundable Compass Test fee is $15.00. For a single section retest, the test fee is $8.00. An appointment to take the test is made at the time of application. Once enrolled, the nursing student must maintain an 81 average

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in all classes. In addition, personal and work experiences are required for the application. Practice questions for the Compass Test may be found at http://www.act.org/compass/sample. As part of Admission Requirements, students must also provide documentation to TTC-Elizabethton of immunization and/or immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Chicken Pox, and Hepatitis B.

Clinical RequirementsStudents must provide TTC-Elizabethton with timely submission of proof of complete immunization. Otherwise, grades for the trimester will not be released. Physical examination and certification in CPR by the American Heart Association for Health Care Providers, including Automatic Electronic Defibrillator, are also required.

LICENSURE REQUIREMENTSGraduate of an approved school of Practical Nursing and Criminal Background Check.

Units of StudyBasic Nursing SkillsBasic SciencesNutritionBasic MathCommon EmergenciesMedical-Surgical Nursing I and IIPharmacology/Administration of MedicinesObstetricsPediatricsGeriatricsPsychiatric NursingClinicalNursing Trends and Issues I and II

Diploma AwardPractical Nurse .............................................. 12 months

CLASS HOURSClasses meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday with clinical hours scheduled at various times. Classes meet at the Herman Robinson Campus, 1500 Arney Street, Elizabethton, and Workforce Development Extension Campus, 386 Highway 91, Elizabethton.

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Certified Nurse Aide Training Program (120 Hours)

Certified Nurse Aide is a 120-hour training program designed to provide the basic training for nursing assistants to function in a nursing home or

facility, improve the quality of care, encourage personal career development and provide students with necessary skills for job opportunities.The conceptual framework of the Certified Nurse Aide Training Program is centered around state regulations mandated by the Tennessee Department of Health and Environment. Grades of the program are prepared to take the state exam to become a Certified Nurse Aide.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSNo high school diploma or GED is required. Must be at least 17 years of age. Prior to admission, results of TB Skin Test and Proof of Hepatitis B Immunity are required. No high school diploma or GED is required. Students must be at least 17 years of age.

APPROXIMATE COST OF PROGRAMTuition and Fees ...................... $341.00Books and Materials ................... 49.00Liability Insurance .................. 15.00Total ........................................ $405.00

State Certification Test .............. $88.00(Program costs subject to change.)

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Units of StudyRole of Nursing AssistantCommunication and Interpersonal SkillsInfection/Safety/Emergency CareResident Rights/Resident IndependenceBasic Nursing SkillsPersonal Care SkillsMental Health and Social NeedsCare of the Cognitively ImpairedRestorative Services

AwardsCertificate-qualified for the State exam to become a Certified

Nursing Assistant

CLASS HOURSTotal Classroom and Lab Hours - 80 (8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) Classes meet at the Herman Robinson Campus, 1500 Arney Street, Elizabethton.

Total Clinical Hours - 40 (6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.)

Total Training Hours - 120

*Hours subject to change

CONTACT PERSONMs. Cathy Ashburn, RN, BSN, Program Director423-547-2590, Ext. 409Toll Free 1-888-986-2368

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WeldingC.I.P. Code 48.0508

The Welding Program provides students with the techniques of welding processes commonly used in industry, such as Shielded Metal Arc (STICK),

Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG) and Gas Metal Arc (MIG). Instruction in operations of flame cutting, plasma cutting, grinding, metal preparation and use of tools and equipment, related math, physical properties of metal, effects of heat thickness allowances, shrinkage, basic joint design, layout and fabrication are provided.

LENGTH OF PROGRAMThe average length of this competency-based program is 1,296 hours (12 months). Actual time is dependent upon enrollment and length of time it takes students to achieve each competency. This program contains several completion points designed to prepare students for various entry-level jobs within the Welding field.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSThis program operates on an open-entry, open-exit basis. Students may enter the program anytime during the school year, subject to space availability. Students must be at least 18 years of age and not attending public school. However, high school students may attend through dual enrollment provided it is approved by their school counselor, the local school administrator and the technology center director.

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Units of StudyShop Orientation and SafetyBasic Welding Procedures, Setting Up Equipment, Machines and

AccessoriesTechnical Information, Shop Management and Related EquipmentFlat, Vertical, Horizontal and Overhead PositionsSelecting ElectrodesPipe Welding to include STICK and TIG WeldingSelecting Wires, Rods, Gases and ElectrodesFlame and Plasma CuttingMetal Prep and Welding Basic JointsPad Welding, Fillet Welds and Grove WeldsBasic Math, Blueprint Reading, Layout and Structural Projects (live

work)Ferrous Casting, Hard Surfacing, Non-Ferrous Casting and Metal-

lurgyWelding Stainless and AluminumBrazing and SolderingCode Testing to include ASME and AWS

Certificate AwardsWelder Helper ............................................... 1 monthTack Welder ................................................... 3 monthsShielded Metal Arc Welder ........................... 6 monthsGas, Metal Arc Welder .................................. 9 months

Diploma AwardsCombination Welder ..................................... 12 monthsAWS & ASME Certification Available

The Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton is a designated American Welding Society Educational Institution member.

CLASS HOURSClasses meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Herman Robinson Campus, 1500 Arney Street, Elizabethton. A part-time training program is also offered in the evening.

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FACULTY CREDENTIALS

Michele Armstrong ......B.S.N. – ETSUCathy Ashburn .............B.S.N. – ETSU Sandy Barker ................B.S.N., M.S. – ETSU Lori Barnett ..................A.S. – Northeast State Community CollegeApril Beam ...................B.S.N. -- ETSULarry Bell .....................B.S. – ETSU Lisa Blackburn .............B.S.N. -- ETSUDean Blevins ................B.S. – ETSU M.S. Adult Technology Education – ETSU Ph.D. Adult Technology Education (ABD) –

University of TennesseeTerri Blevins .................B.S.N. – ETSU M.Ed. – University of TennesseePenny Carrico ..............B.S.N. – ETSUMike Cole .....................B.S.B.A. – Tusculum CollegePhyllis Ensor ................CDM, CFPPKim Gouge ...................LPN – TTC-Elizabethton A.D.N. – ETSUNate Hall ......................B.S. – University of WisePatricia Henderson .......Bachelor of General Studies – ETSUDale Hicks ....................AWS & ASME CertificationEmma Hopson ..............B.S.N. – Regis University A.D.N. – ETSUSherry Kyker ................B.S. – David Lipscomb College RD, LDN – Vanderbilt University HospitalJohn Lee .......................ASE Certification – Master Diesel TechnicianJacky Livingston ..........ASE Certification – Master TechnicianLisa Miller ...................A.S. – Northeast State Community College B.S. – Milligan CollegeDanny O’Quinn ............B.A. – ETSU M.Ed. – Lincoln Memorial UniversityTerry Peters ..................B.S. – Steed CollegeTim Pierce .................... Industry TrainingSam Potter .................... Industry TrainingPatricia Roark ...............B.S.N. – ETSUScott Simerly ................ Industry TrainingRonnie White ............... Industry Training

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JobTraining Partners

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Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton

The Tennessee Technology Center at Elizabethton is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution and is fully in accord with the belief that educational and employment opportunities should be available to all eligible persons without regard to age, gender, color, race, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation.Printed by Sabre Printers, 325 West Walnut Street, Johnson City, TN 37604. TBR 110, 210 POE12069 2M.

Main Campus 426 Highway 91 Elizabethton, TN 37643 (423) 543-0070 Toll free 1-888-986-2368

Herman Robinson Campus 1500 Arney Street Elizabethton, TN 37643 (423) 547-2590

Workforce Development Complex 386 Highway 91 Elizabethton, TN 37643 (423) 542-9511

ETSU at Kingsport Campus 1501 University Boulevard, Kingsport, TN 37664 (423) 392-8049

Mountain City Instructional Center 358 Hospital Road Mountain City, TN 37683 (423) 727-8747

Tennessee Technology cenTer at elizabeThTon

A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution