Academic Catalog 2020 | 2021 Academic Catalog 2020 | 2021 Mailing Address Midlands Technical College PO Box 2408 Columbia, SC 29202 Street Addresses and Phone Numbers Airport Campus Batesburg-Leesville Campus 1260 Lexington Drive 423 College Street West Columbia, SC 29170 Batesburg-Leesville, SC 29070 803.1601 Beltline Campus Fairfield Campus 316 S. Beltline Boulevard 1674 Highway 321 North Business Columbia, SC 29205 Winnsboro, SC 29180 803.6650 Harbison Campus Northeast Campus 7300 College Street 151 Powell Road Irmo, SC 29063 Columbia, SC 29203 803.8324 Fort Jackson Center Army Continuing Education Center Imboden Street Fort Jackson, SC 29207 803.3213 General Information For general information, you may write, fax, email, or call: Midlands Technical College, Student and Campus Information Services, PO Box 2408, Columbia, SC 29202; Call 803.7784; or Email askmtc@midlandstech. Midlands Technical College Website: MIDLANDSTECH.EDU Statement of Nondiscrimination Midlands Technical College does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs or employment on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or ethnic group, color, age, religion, disability, genetic information, gender, military service, pregnancy or other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with all federal and state laws, including the Age Discrimination Act of 1967, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992 as well as the ADA Amendments of 2008 (ADAA), and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), Midlands Technical College offers access and equal opportunity in its admissions policies, academic programs and services, and employment of disabled individuals in that no otherwise qualified person will be denied these provisions on the basis of a disability.
Midlands Technical College also prohibits retaliation against any person for bringing a complaint of discrimination or for participating in an investigation of a complaint of discrimination. MacLean has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in Section 35.107 of the Department of Justice regulations, Sections 503 II and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI and Title VII and Title IX regulations. Information concerning the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the rights and privileges thereunder are available from Mr. MacLean in his position as Director of Internal Audit and Risk Management and the Chief Compliance Officer for Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Sexual Harassment, Disability Action and the Title IX Coordinator.
He can be reached at Midlands Technical College, PO Box 2408, Columbia, SC 29202, 803. Policy and Procedural Exceptions Exceptions to the policies and requirements in this catalog are rarely granted. Students are cautioned that the policies and procedures of Midlands Technical College clearly identify personnel who have authority to make exceptions to policy. Students seeking any deviation from requirements in this catalog should be certain they have received appropriate approval.
Academic Limitations To ensure the highest quality education, Midlands Technical College sets certain limitations on its academic procedures. Please read the section below for current limitations. > Placement Test Scores A student’s scores on appropriate tests for placement in courses will be acceptable for three years from the date the test is taken. > Transfer Course Work Applied Toward Graduation Applicability and time limitations on transfer course work will be determined by the appropriate program’s department chair or designee.
> Grade Changes Normally, a student’s grade in a course may not be changed later than one term following the award of the grade. The grade may be changed only by the course instructor or the department chair. Exceptions to these policies may be made only by the appropriate vice president. > Catalog Rights Students admitted to the college are granted the right to complete programs as stated in the college’s Academic Catalog at the time of initial matriculation to the program.
As long as the student is eligible to re-enroll, the student maintains these catalog rights. The college reserves the right to change courses as long as the total number of credits required for completion of the program is not increased. A student who must reapply for admission comes into the college under the catalog in effect at the time of readmission. > Course Cancellation Courses without adequate enrollment are subject to cancellation.
> Photographing Employees, Students, and Related Activities Midlands Technical College often photographs its students, faculty, and staff for college publications and public relations. Anyone who doesn’t want his or her photograph used for these purposes should file a written request with the MTC Marketing Communications Office at marketing@midlandstech. III Catalog Changes MTC reserves the right to change, without notice, any statement in this catalog, including, but not limited to, statements concerning tuition, fees, charges, academic regulations and requirements, course cancellations, class size, instructors, curricula, calendars, credits, or any other college activity or program. Changes will become effective whenever the appropriate MTC authorities so determine.
See MTC’s website for current information. IV TABLE OF CONTENTS President’s Message. 2 Program Approval and Accreditations. 2 South Carolina Technical Education System.
3 Statements of Mission, Vision, Role and Scope, and Values. 5 Midlands Technical College Commission. 7 Midlands Technical College Foundation. 9 Academic Policies and Requirements.
10 Admission to the College. 12 Special Admission Procedures.14 Academic Fresh Start. 16 Registration for Classes. 16 Registration for College Employees and Senior Citizens.17 Registration for Course Audits.17 Standards for Academic Progress.
19 Classification of Students. 19 Change of Academic Major. 20 Withdrawal from the College or College Courses. 22 Repeat Grade Policy.23 Semester Credit Hour Requirements.23 Transfer: State Policies and Procedures.
25 Articulation and Transfer. 29 Release of Student Information.35 Campuses and Centers. 37 Programs and Pathways Offered.44 Student Services and Activities. 46 Child-Care Referral.
47 Counseling and Career Services. 47 Services to Students with Disabilities.48 Educational Opportunity Center.49 Educational Talent Search.49 Employment Services for Students. 50 Student Financial Services.51 Financial Aid Programs. 52 Financial Aid - Satisfactory Academic Progress.57 Job Location and Development.57 Academic Success Center.
60 Student Records Office. 60 Student Support Services (Federal TRIO Program). 62 Corporate and Continuing Education. 63 Other Areas of Focus.
65 School of Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades. 66 School of Business. 85 School of Education and Public Service. 110 School of English and Humanities.
126 School of Healthcare. 134 School of Interdisciplinary Studies. 177 School of Science, Information Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). 185 School of Social and Behavioral Sciences.
245 Administration and Faculty. 334 Campus Locations and Maps. 355 VI President’s Message Welcome to Midlands Technical College! Whether you are training for in-demand careers in two years or less, preparing for advanced degrees, or anything in between, you can get anywhere from here! No matter what success looks like – preparing you is at the heart of everything we do. At MTC, we have small classes and knowledgeable, credentialed, and experienced faculty.
We also have the tools and expertise to help you find the career that’s right for your success. Midlands Technical College has more than 150 academic and training programs presented through eight Schools of Study: > School of Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades > School of Business > School of Education and Public Service > School of English and Humanities > School of Health Care > School of Interdisciplinary Studies > School of Science, Information Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) > School of Social and Behavioral Sciences If you aren’t sure what School of Study or program is right for you, MTC’s advisors, faculty, and staff are ready to help you find what fits your needs. As a graduate of Midlands Technical College and now as its President, I am proud to lead my alma mater. Our graduates are nurses, doctors, technicians, welders, business owners, lawyers, and leaders from all walks of life.
I’m happy that you chose to benefit from our targeted educational programs, dedicated faculty and staff, and personalized services. Again, we welcome you to Midlands Technical College. You really can get anywhere from here! Sincerely, Ronald L. Rhames, ’78 President Midlands Technical College 1 COLLEGE ACCREDITATION Midlands Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees, diplomas and certificates.
Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404.4500 for questions about the accreditation of Midlands Technical College. PROGRAM APPROVAL AND ACCREDITATIONS Specific programs are accredited and/or approved by the: > Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) > Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) > American Bar Association (ABA) Standing Committee on Paralegals > American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) > Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) > Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association – Dental Assisting Program and Dental Hygiene Program > Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) > Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) > Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) – Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA) – Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB) > Council for Standards in Human Service Education (CSHSE) > Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET > Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT) > Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) > National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) > National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) > National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) > National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) > South Carolina Board of Nursing (SCBN) > South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) – Nursing Assistant Program SOUTH CAROLINA TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM In addition to these accrediting bodies, Midlands Technical College is part of a system of technical colleges operated under the auspices of the State Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education. The State Board establishes policies that apply to the entire state system and approves all of the college’s associate degree, diploma and certificate programs. All associate degree programs are reviewed and approved by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education.
2 2020-2021 College Calendar (Note: The college calendar is subject to change) FALL SEMESTER, 2020 Fall Late Registration. August 19 Fall, Fall I, & FJ I Classes Begin. August 24 Weekend Classes Begin. August 28 Labor Day Holiday College Closed.
September 7 10 Week Classes Begin.September 22 Fall I, & FJ I Classes End. October 9 Student Holidays. October 12, 13 Fall I, & FJ I Exams.October 14, 15 Fall II, & FJ II Classes Begin.October 19 Election Day College Closed. November 3 Student Holidays.November 25-27 Thanksgiving Holidays College Closed.November 26-27 Weekend Classes End.
December 5 Fall, & 10 Week Classes End. December 7 Fall II & FJ II Classes End. December 8 Fall, 10 Week, Fall II & FJ II Exams. December 9, 10, 14, 15 Weekend Classes Exams.
December 11,12 Holidays College Closed. December 21, 2020 - January 1, 2021 WINTERMESTER, 2020 Online Late Registration.December 12-18 Wintermester Classes Begin.December 18 Wintermester Classes End.January 6 SPRING SEMESTER, 2021 Spring Late Registration. January 6 Spring, Spring I, & FJ I Classes Begin.January 11 Weekend Classes Begin. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Holiday College Closed.January 18 10 Week Classes Begin. February 9 Spring I, & FJ I Classes End.February 26 Spring I, & FJ I Exams. March 1, 2 Spring II, & FJ II Classes Begin.March 4 Student Holidays. March 8-12 Weekend Classes End.
April 24 Spring & 10 Week Classes End.April 26 Spring II & FJ II Classes End. April 27 Spring, 10 Week, Spring II & FJ II Exams. April 28, 29, May 3,4 Weekend Classes Exams. April 30, May 1 Graduation.
May 5 3 SUMMER SEMESTER, 2021 Summer Late Registration. May 12 Summer, Summer I & FJ Classes Begin. May 17 Weekend Summer Classes Begin. May 21 7 Week Classes Begin.
June 14 Summer I Classes End. June 18 Summer I Exams. June 21, 22 Summer II Classes Begin.June 24 FJ Classes End. July 1 Independence Day Holiday College Closed.
July 5 FJ Exams. July 6, 7 Weekend Classes End.