Albany Technical College

The Advanced Medical Imaging Associate of Applied Science Degree program provides educational opportunities to the post-graduate registered Radiologic Technologist, registered Radiation Therapist and registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist. It provides the students with the knowledge needed to perform MRI and CT exams and to sit for the Post-Primary Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certification examination and/or the Post-Primary Computed Tomography Certification Examination. The academic component is designed to meet content specifications of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam in Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Computed Tomography, as well as providing for continuing educational requirements. This Advanced Medical Imaging program consists of online courses as well as clinical education for the student. The clinical component is required to complete competency exams needed to sit for the MRI and CT certification exams.

Applicants must be a registered Radiologic Technologist, registered Radiation Therapist or registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist in good standing.

The Radiologic Technology associate degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for positions in radiology departments in hospitals, physician offices or clinics which utilize radiographic equipment for the purpose of providing imaging services to patients. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of classroom and clinical instruction necessary for successful employment. Program graduates will receive an Associate of Applied Science degree in Radiologic Technology, have the qualifications of a radiographer and will be eligible to sit for a national certification examination for radiographers given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

The Dental Assisting accredited program prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in today’s dental offices.The Dental Assisting program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Graduates of the program receive a Dental Assisting diploma and are eligible to sit for a national certification examination. The program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation status of “approval without reporting requirements”. The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education.The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-4653 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611.

Nature of the Work

Dental assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties.They sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, prepare and lay out the instruments and materials required to treat each patient, and obtain and update patients’ dental records.Assistants make patients comfortable in the dental chair and prepare them for treatment. During dental procedures, assistants work alongside the dentist to provide assistance.They hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients’ mouths dry and clear by using suction hoses or other devices.They also instruct patients on postoperative and general oral healthcare.

Electrocardiographic Technicians take EKGs, which trace electrical impulses transmitted by the heart, attach electrodes to the patient's chest, arms, and legs and then manipulate switches on an EKG machine to obtain a reading. An EKG is printed out for interpretation by the physician. This test is done before most kinds of surgery or as part of a routine physical examination.

The Health Care Assistant Certificate of Credit is a program that provides academic foundations at the diploma level in communications, mathematics, and human relations, as well as technical fundamentals. Program graduates are trained in the underlying fundamentals of health care delivery and are well prepared for employment and subsequent upward mobility.

The Health Care Assistant Certificate of Credit is a program that provides academic foundations at the diploma level in communications, mathematics, and human relations, as well as technical fundamentals. Program graduates are trained in the underlying fundamentals of health care delivery and are well prepared for employment and subsequent upward mobility.

The Surgical Technology degree program prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in the surgical field. The Surgical Technology degree program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and technical knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. In addition, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in surgical technology. Graduates of the program receive a surgical technology associate of applied science degree and are qualified for employment as surgical technologists as well as eligible to sit for the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

Program Admission

Admission to the Surgical Technology program is competitive. Students must complete the prerequisite courses listed below with a grade of “C” or higher and have a minimum of a 2.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale to be eligible for a progression into courses with the SURG prefix. General Core Courses (ENGL 1101, MATH 1111 or MATH 1101, PSYC 1101, ALHS 1090, BIOL 2113/L, BIOL 2114/L, BIOL 2117/L, a Humanities/Fine Arts Elective, and a General Core Requirement from Area I-IV must be completed in order to progress into the Surgical Technology courses. If there are more than 25 applicants that apply and meet the requirements for the program, then applicants with the highest grade point average will be chosen to fill the 25 seats

The Health Information Coding Associate prepares students to be medical coders and billers to classify medical records according to accepted standards.The classification of diagnoses and treatments is required for Medicare and insurance reimbursement in hospitals, outpatient clinics and medical offices.The program offers training in anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, diagnostic coding, and medical procedural coding.

Nature of the Work

Medical records and health information technicians assemble patients’ health information including medical history, symptoms, examination results, diagnostic tests, treatment methods, and all other healthcare provider services.Technicians organize and manage health information data by ensuring its quality, accuracy, accessibility, and security.They regularly communicate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to clarify diagnoses or to obtain additional information.

The Medical Billing Clerk program provides instruction in medical insurance and medical billing for reimbursement purposes.

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging technical certificate program provides educational opportunities to the post-graduate registered Radiologic Technologist, registered Radiation Therapist, registered Sonographer, and registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist in good standing. It provides students with the knowledge needed to perform MRI exams, and to sit for the Post-Primary Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certification Examination. The academic component is designed to meet competency requirements of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, as well as providing for continuing educational requirements.

The Medical Assisting program prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in today’s medical offices. The Medical Assisting program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention,and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of medical assisting. Graduates of the program receive a Medical Assisting diploma.

The Medical Assisting program prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in today’s medical offices. The Medical Assisting program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention,and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of medical assisting. Graduates of the program receive a Medical Assisting diploma.

Nature of the Work

Medical assistants perform administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and other health practitioners running smoothly. The duties of medical assistants vary from office to office, depending on the location and size of the practice and the practitioner’s specialty. In small practices, medical assistants usually do many different kinds of tasks, handling both administrative and clinical duties and reporting directly to an office manager, physician, or other health practitioner. Those in large practices tend to specialize in a particular area, under the supervision of department administrators. Medical assistants should not be confused with physician assistants, who examine, diagnose, and treat patients under the direct supervision of a physician.

The Nurse Aide Technical Certificate of Credit program prepares students with rigorous classroom training and practice as well as the clinical experiences to perform a full range of patient care duties or services under nursing or medical direction. This includes taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, assisting with duties of daily living, observing and charting patient information, and reporting appropriate information to supervisors. It may also include providing various outreach services to clients within the community. Students who successfully complete the Patient Care Assistant Technical Certificate of Credit may be eligible to sit for the National Nurse Aide Assessment program (NNAAP) which determines competency to become enrolled in the State nurse aide registry.

The two year associate level nursing program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for positions in the nursing profession. The curriculum is designed to produce highly trained, technically advanced, competent and caring individuals who are prepared to practice professional nursing in a variety of healthcare settings. The purpose of the program is to provide the learner with the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes to practice competently and safely as a beginning nurse generalist in a variety of healthcare settings. The nurse is viewed as a caring holistic person who possesses critical thinking/problem solving skills, integrity, accountability, a theoretical knowledge base, refined psychomotor skills, and a commitment to life-long learning. Graduates from the program will receive an Associate of Science Nursing degree. Program graduates who meet exit requirements will be eligible to apply to the Georgia Board of Nursing to write the national licensure examination (NCLEX) to become registered nurses (RNs).

The Practical Nursing program is designed to prepare students to write the NCLEX-PN for licensure as practical nurses. The program prepares graduates to give competent nursing care. This is done through a selected number of academic and occupational courses providing a variety of techniques and materials necessary to assist the student in acquiring the needed knowledge and skills to give competent care. A variety of clinical experiences is planned so that theory and practice are integrated under the guidance of the clinical instructor. Program graduates receive a practical nursing diploma and have the qualifications of an entry-level practical nurse.

Nature of the Work

The LPN provides service to help people meet their daily needs of life when they have difficulty satisfying these needs on their own. Defining all the specific roles of the LPN is difficult because healthcare delivery is constantly changing and the duties /role of the LPN changes accordingly. Some of the duties an LPN may expect to perform include the administering of medication (oral and parenteral), before and after surgical care, long term care, and end of life care.

The PharmacyTechnology degree is designed to provide an individual with the entry level skills required for success in a retail pharmacy or a hospital-based pharmacy department.Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention and replacement. Graduates are prepared to function as pharmacy technicians in positions requiring preparations of medications according to prescription under the supervision of a pharmacist.

The Pharmacy Technology diploma is designed to enable the student to acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes for employment within a pharmacy. Program graduates will be able to perform a variety of technical duties related to preparing and dispensing drugs in accordance with standard procedures and laws under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.A variety of clinical experiences is designed to integrate theory and practice.Graduates will be employable as an entry level pharmacy technician.

The Phlebotomy Technical Certificate course is an introduction to blood collecting Techniques and processing specimens. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills needed to collect all types of blood samples from hospitalized patients. Phlebotomy technicians typically work in concert with clinical laboratory personnel and other health care providers in hospitals or other health care facilities.

The Electrical Systems Assistant Technical Certificate provides students with the occupational knowledge and skills necessary for entry level employment as an electrician. Topics include mathematical applications, safety procedures, and direct and alternating current fundamentals.

The Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit prepares students for careers in the welding and joining industry. This certificate emphasizes arc welding in the flat position and is pre-requisite to the advanced certificate.

The Flux Cored Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit introduces students to and provides instruction in flux cored arc welding practices. Topics include an introduction to the welding industry, oxyfuel cutting techniques, and flux cored arc welding practices.

The Gas Metal Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit prepares students for welding careers in the MIG process. Topics include an introduction to welding technology, oxyfuel cutting techniques, and MIG welding techniques and processes.

The Gas Tungsten Arc Welder Technical Certificate of Credit provides instruction in TIG welding techniques. Topics include understanding the nature and culture of the welding industry,oxyfuel cutting techniques,and TIG welding processes.

The Pipe Welder Technical Certificate of Credit provides instruction in the specialized field of pipe welding. A good understanding and skill base is essential for the completion of this program. Topics include advanced gas tungsten arc welding practices, fabrication practices, and pipe welding techniques.

The Vertical Shielding Metal Arc Welding Fabricator technical certificate of credit prepares students for careers in shielded metal arc welding fabrication.

The Welding and Joining Technology diploma is designed to prepare students for careers in the welding industry. Program learning opportunities develop academic, technical, professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.The program emphasizes welding theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Welding and Joining Technology diploma, have the qualifications of a welding and joining technician, and are prepared to take qualification tests.

Nature of the Work

Welding is the most common way of permanently joining metal parts. In this process, heat is applied to metal pieces, melting and fusing them to form a permanent bond. Because of its strength, welding is used in shipbuilding, automobile manufacturing and repair, aerospace applications, and thousands of other manufacturing activities. Welding is also used to join beams in the construction of buildings, bridges, and other structures and to join pipes in pipelines, powerplants, and refineries.

All of the courses included in the Drafter's Assistant TCC program are embedded in either the Drafting Technology diploma or Degree programs. The Drafter's Assistant TCC endows students with the prospect to begin on the career pathway toward advancement in the drafting profession. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in drafting practices and software.

The Advanced Plumbing Technician program of study is the culmination of a series of plumbing trades programs.The program emphasizes a combination of plumbing theory and practical application necessary for successful employment in the plumbing trade. Program graduates earn an Advanced Plumbing Technician certificate and have the qualifications of an apprentice plumber.

The Plumbing Technology program of study is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in plumbing and related fields. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasise a combination of plumbing theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Plumbing Technology diploma and have the qualification of an apprentice plumber.

The Automotive Collision Repair Program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive collision repair profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes either major automotive collision repair or automotive painting and refinishing depending on the specialization area a student chooses to complete. Program graduates receive an Automotive Collision Repair diploma which qualifies them as major collision repair technicians or painting and refinishing technicians.

Nature of the Work

Automotive body and related repairers, often called collision repair technicians, straighten bent bodies, remove dents, and replace crumpled parts that cannot be fixed. They repair all types of vehicles, and although some work on large trucks, buses, or tractor-trailers, most work on cars and small trucks. They can work alone, with
only general direction from supervisors, or as specialists on a repair team. In some shops, helpers or apprentices assist experienced repairers.

The Refinishing Assistant II program is an advanced certificate option for students who complete the Automotive Refinishing Assistant I program. This program is designed to produce graduates who are entry level paint and refinishing specialists. Topics will include surface preparation, paint identification, spray gun equipment, spray gun techniques, blending, and tinting and matching of colors.

The Automotive Climate Control Technician certificate program provides students with skills for entering the automotive service industry as an entry level climate control technician. Topics covered include: basic shop safety, electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis, and the theory, operation, diagnosis and servicing of automotive climate control systems.

The Automotive Engine Performance Technician certificate program introduces students to the knowledge and skills they will need as entry level automotive engine performance technicians. Topics covered include: shop safety, electrical/electronics diagnosis, and diagnosis and service of fuel, ignition, emission and electronic engine controls.

The Automotive Engine Repair Technician certificate program provides the student with entry level automotive engine repair skills. Topics include: basic shop safety, basic electrical/electronic diagnosis, principles of engine operation, basic engine diagnosis, and basic engine repair procedures.

The Automotive Transmission/Transaxle Tech Specialist certificate program provides students with the skills to enter the automotive industry as an entry level transmission, transaxle, and drive line technician. Topics covered include: shop safety, basic electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis, manual transmission/transaxle operation and diagnosis, automatic transmission/transaxle operation and diagnosis, axles operation and diagnosis, differentials operation and diagnosis, and 4WD/AWD systems operation and diagnosis.

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Transportation

This program prepares students to become medium and heavy duty truck and bus technicians who can analyze

The Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology program prepares individuals for employment as entry-level transportation service technicians. The program provides an introduction to transportation industry careers and increases student awareness of the diverse technologies associated with this dynamic and challenging field.

The Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician certificate program provides training in the essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for employment as a maintenance technical on semi-trucks, trailer or other diesel equipment. The topics covered include diesel shop safety, tools, and equipment, preventive maintenance procedures, truck brake systems, and truck drive trains.

The purpose of the Diesel Systems Technician 1 program is to prepare students for employment in the diesel mechanics field.

The Basic Mechatronics Specialist TCC is designed to provide students with the necessary skills and understanding to perform installation, diagnostic and repair to mechatronic systems and automated equipment. The program focuses on Motor Controls and Programmable Logic Controllers.

The Industrial Mechatronics Technical Certificate of Credit program prepares graduates to enter technical workforces in the application of mechatronics in a variety of industries such as automotive, automation, sustainable energy, health, agriculture, environmental, computing, and power. Graduates will be versatile in maintenance and services of multipurpose industrial automated equipment. Graduates should have strong understanding and skills of implementing automated equipment, able to run and optimally operate industrial processes on day-to-day activities.

The Mechatronics Specialist TCC is designed to provide students with the necessary skills and understanding to perform installation, diagnostics and repair to mechatronic systems and automated equipment. The program focuses on Mechanics, Fluid Power, and Robotics.

The Mechatronics Technician TCC is designed to provide students with entry level understanding and skills to perform duties on Mechatronic equipment and industrial automation. Topics include safety procedures, mechanics, fluid power, and pumps and piping system maintenance. Students will obtain knowledge which will provide an understanding of the basic technologies used in industry to achieve automated processes.

The Programmable Controller Technician I certificate program offers specialized training in programmable controllers. Topics include motor control fundamentals, and instruction in basic and advanced PLC’s.

The Building and Facilities Maintenance program is a carefully designed sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the maintenance and repair of residential and light commercial structures and attendant fixtures and appliances. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of theory and practical application necessary for successful entry-level employment in a non-manufacturing maintenance environment. Program graduates receive a Building and Facilities Maintenance diploma and have the qualifications of a facilities maintenance mechanic.

Nature of the Work

Heating and air-conditioning systems control the temperature, humidity, and total air quality in residential, commercial, industrial, and other buildings. By providing a climate controlled environment, refrigeration systems make it possible to store and transport food, medicine, and other perishable items. Heating, air- conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers—also called technicians—install, maintain, and repair such systems. Because heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration systems often are referred to as HVACR systems, these workers also may be called HVACR technicians.

The Industrial Systems Technology Diploma program is designed for the student who wishes to prepare for a career as an Industrial Systems technician/electrician. The program provides learning opportunities that introduce, develop and reinforce academic and technical knowledge, skill, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to retrain or upgrade present knowledge and skill. The diploma program teaches skills in Industrial Systems Technology providing background skills in several areas of industrial maintenance including electronics, industrial wiring, motors, controls, PLC’s, instrumentation, fluid power, mechanical, pumps and piping, and computers. Graduates of the program receive an Industrial Systems technology diploma that qualifies them for employment as industrial electricians or industrial systems technicians.

The Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance diploma program is designed to develop versatile skills required for a variety of manufacturing positions. The planned sequence of courses prepares students to install, program, operate, maintain, service, and diagnose electromechanical equipment used in manufacturing applications.

The Building and Facilities Maintenance program is a carefully designed sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the maintenance and repair of residential and light commercial structures and attendant fixtures and appliances. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of theory and practical application necessary for successful entry-level employment in a non-manufacturing maintenance environment. Program graduates receive a Building and Facilities Maintenance diploma and have the qualifications of a facilities maintenance mechanic.

The Industrial Electrical Technology program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in the industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an Industrial Electrical Technology diploma.

The Industrial Operations Technician TCC will provide an entry level pool of applicants for local manufacturing employers that will be designated “ready for hire”. Graduates will have skills that will develop manufacturing capabilities and build the technical fundamentals which will allow for accelerated growth in the work force. Upon successful completion, the candidate will have a higher base to build from than comparable new hires with no experience in a manufacturing environment. The program will provide a pool of entry level, non-exempt employees with the required fundamental qualification (work history, math capability, mechanical capability, ability to follow direction, ability to multi-task, etc.) ready for on the job manufacturing training.

The Computer Programming program consists of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing and writing computer software. Those interested in computer programming should be highly motivated individuals who are interested in becoming an Information Technology professional. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of English/humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences, natural sciences/mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of SQL, XHTML, systems analysis and design, database management, networking concepts, and the programming languages PHP, Visual BASIC, Java, C++, and JavaScript.

The Computer Programming program consists of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing and writing computer software. Those interested in computer programming should be highly motivated individuals who are interested in becoming an Information Technology professional. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of English/humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences, natural sciences/mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of SQL, XHTML, systems analysis and design, database management, networking concepts, and the programming languages PHP, Visual BASIC, Java, C++, and JavaScript.

The Electronics program is designed to prepare students for careers in electronics professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of communications, mathematics, computer literacy, and interpersonal relations. The program emphasizes a combination of electronics technology theory and practical application necessary for successful employment using both manual and computerized electronics systems. Electronics Technology program graduates receive an Electronics Technology Associate of Applied Science degree or diploma which qualifies them as electronics technicians with a specialization in biomedical instrumentation, communications electronics, computer electronics, general electronics, industrial electronics, or telecommunications electronics.

The Electronics program is designed to prepare students for careers in electronics professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of communications, mathematics, computer literacy, and interpersonal relations. The program emphasizes a combination of electronics technology theory and practical application necessary for successful employment using both manual and computerized electronics systems. Electronics Technology program graduates receive an Electronics Technology Associate of Applied Science degree or diploma which qualifies them as electronics technicians with a specialization in biomedical instrumentation, communications electronics, computer electronics, general electronics, industrial electronics, or telecommunications electronics.

The Preparation for A+ Certification technical certificate of credit program has been designed to provide computer users with the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the CompTIA A+ certification exam and obtain A+ certification. Earning A+ certification shows that the individual possesses the knowledge, technical skills essential for working as a successful entry-level computer service technician, as defined by experts from companies across the industry.

Course work in this curriculum will include a division of work in the disciplines of criminal justice and computer information systems. Graduates should qualify to become computer crime investigators for local or state criminal justice agencies. Also, these graduates should be competent to serve as computer security specialists or consultants with private business.

The Computer Information Systems’ Cybersecurity program is a sequence of coursesdesigned to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Program graduates are qualified for employment as information security specialists.

The Computer Information Systems’ Cybersecurity program is a sequence of coursesdesigned to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Program graduates are qualified for employment as information security specialists.

The Computer Information Systems’ Cybersecurity program is a sequence of coursesdesigned to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Program graduates are qualified for employment as information security specialists.

This certificate program provides basic training in computer information systems networking. Students are introduced to the basic concepts of network administration. Upon graduation, students will be able to install, configure, and maintain networks using Windows networking software. The student is prepared to take the MCP (Microsoft Certified Professional) exam.

The Computer Information Systems’ Cybersecurity program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking, Program graduates are qualified for employment as Information Security Specialists.

The Computer Information Systems’ Cybersecurity program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking, Program graduates are qualified for employment as Information Security Specialists.

The Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certificate program prepares students to initiate immediate lifesaving care to critical patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional EMS response and to assist higher level personnel at the scene and during transport. Emergency Medical Responders function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. The Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) technical certificate of credit provides students with the opportunity to prepare for entry-level into the emergency medical services professions for possible employment in a variety of prehospital, industrial and first responder settings. After successful completion of a SOEMST approved EMR program the graduate may take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians EMR certification examination.

The Emergency Medical Technician certificate program prepares students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Emergency Medical Technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians EMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an EMT. This technical certificate of credit replaces the previous EMB1 “Emergency Medical Technician (Basic)” technical certificate of credit.

Students who complete the EMS Professions diploma will be able to fluidly move into the Paramedicine program at the diploma level. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians AEMT certification examination and to apply for Georgia licensure as an AEMT. The primary focus of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic and advanced medical equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system.

The course is designed to prepare students to successfully complete certification as a Driver/Operator. It uses a blend of in-class instruction and skills practice to meet or exceeds the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA®) professional qualifications standard 1002 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications, 2014 and 2017 Editions. Those that successfully complete both the cognitive and skills portions of the course will have completed all the requirements necessary to challenge the NPQ Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator written test & skills test sponsored by the Georgia Firefighters Standards and Training Council.

The Culinary Arts degree and diploma programs are a sequence of courses that prepares students for the culinary profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of culinary theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Culinary Arts degree or diploma. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. Entry-level persons will be prepared to pursue diverse opportunities in the culinary field as cooks, bakers, or caterers/culinary managers.

The Culinary Arts degree and diploma programs are a sequence of courses that prepares students for the culinary profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of culinary theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Culinary Arts degree or diploma. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. Entry-level persons will be prepared to pursue diverse opportunities in the culinary field as cooks, bakers, or caterers/culinary managers.

Design and Media Production Technology prepares students for employment in a variety of media production industries.This program of study emphasizes hands-on production in the following specializations: Graphic Design and Prepress, and Photography.

Design and Media Production Technology prepares students for employment in a variety of media production industries.This program of study emphasizes hands-on production in the following specializations: Graphic Design and Prepress, and Photography.

The Photographer TCC will cover a wide range of photographic skills, including an introduction to photography, photography for commercial use and documentary journalism, as well as beginning and advanced raster imaging. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge or skills. Graduates will receive a technical certificate of credit.

Design and Media Production Technology prepares students for employment in a variety of media production industries.This program of study emphasizes hands-on production in the following specializations: Graphic Design and Prepress, and Photography.

Design and Media Production Technology prepares students for employment in a variety of media production industries.This program of study emphasizes hands-on production in the following specializations: Graphic Design and Prepress, and Photography.

The Graphic Design and Prepress Technician TCC provides students with the fundamental skills required for graphic design, image editing, and prepress production.

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Transportation

This program prepares students to become medium and heavy duty truck and bus technicians who can analyze

The purpose of the Diesel Systems Technician 1 program is to prepare students for employment in the diesel mechanics field.