Financial Aid BannerWeb ..................................... Page 19
Testing Center Page 20
Career Development Center ................................. Page 20
Disability Services/Special Needs Page 21
Special Populations ......................................... Page 21
Retention Services Page 22
Student Tracking and Retention Services (STARS) Page 22
Student Life Page 23
Student Disciplinary Procedure Page 24
Campus Map Page 27
ALBANY TECHNICAL COLLEGE
NEW STUDENT CHECK LIST
Meet program advisor and Register for classes
Print Detailed Schedule
Attend New Student Orientation Both General Session and Program Orientations
Obtain Student ID Badge
Obtain a Student Parking Permit from the Business Office
Setup your Bank Mobile Account
Purchase Books needed for classes
Login to Blackboard to Complete Mandatory Course Confirmation Agreement to confirm your participation in your course(s) Needed for both On-Campus and Online Classes
Login to your Student Email Address as this will be your official means of communication for the college
Explore your new college environment Via the campus map or online platform
DID YOU KNOW?
IMPORTANT CALENDAR DATES & DEADLINES
Please refer to the Student Calendar for these and other important dates.
• First & Last Day of class of term; Preregistration for upcoming semester, etc
• Last day to Add Classes
First 3 days of A & B Term only
You can access Important Calendar Dates and Deadlines for each semester online at albanytech.edu. Click on Current Students, then Academic Calendar to view.
• Last day to Drop without ANY penalty First 3 days of A&B Term only
• Last day to Withdraw without Academic Penalty Financial Aid may possibly be affected
IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW
STUDENT ID BADGE
LOCATION: LOGISTICS EDUCATION CENTER (LEC), ROOM#102
Student ID badges are required any time you are on campus. Please remember you will always need your ID Badge when on campus to obtain information from Student Affairs, access classrooms, enter the Anthony O. Parker Library, use any labs, or participate in on- or offcampus activities.
• Location: ID Badges are made in the LEC, Room 102
• What to bring: You will need a copy of your current class schedule and a State issued ID
• Lost ID/Replacement: Pay ID Replacement fee of $10 at the business office and take the receipt, current class schedule and State-issued ID to LEC, Room 102 for a replacement.
PARKING PERMITS
LOCATION: KIRKLAND BUILDING - BUSINESS OFFICE/ CASHIER’S WINDOW | PHONE: 229.430.3057
If you will be driving on campus, a parking permit is required for your vehicle. Parking Permits are included in student fees. Get one from the Business Office Cashier's Window located in the Kirkland Building for FREE!
BANK MOBILE REFUND SELECTION CARD
All students will receive information from Bank Mobile via email and regular mail on how to make a selection to receive refunds. All refunds are handled through the Business Office. Visit www.albanytech.edu and/or the Business Office cashier’s window or call 229.430.3057 for more information.
PURCHASING BOOKS
LOCATION: FREEDOM HALL | PHONE: 229.430.3512
Books and supplies can be purchased in the Campus Bookstore starting on the first day of the term if using your Financial Aid award. You will need a copy of your current class schedule and either your student ID Badge or StateIssued ID.
Don’t want to wait in line for your books. Use the Titan Book Express to order online and have them shipped directly to your door.
Visit www.albanytech.edu > Click on Current Students > Click on Bookstore for more information.
PROGRAM ADVISEMENT/ CLASS REGISTRATION/GRADUATION
• Registration for New Students (12 credit hours or less): Meet with a Program Advisor or visit the Registrar's Office
• Registration for New Students (More than 12 credit hours) & Returning Students: You will meet with your Program Advisor for guidance on completing your program of study and to register for all future classes.
• Graduation Application: You will complete the graduation application during your last semester of classes. Potential candidates for graduation will complete the electronic graduation application form located on the ATC web site (www.albanytech. edu). Click on Current Students > Click on Registrar & Records > Under Forms & Documents, Select Graduation Application Form.
PRINTING YOUR CLASS SCHEDULE
ON CAMPUS: USE A TITAN RED KIOSK
ONLINE:
TITAN RED KIOSK
• Select Enter Secure Area
• User ID: – Enter your Student ID# (or your Social Security #) without any spaces or dashes
• PIN: – By Default, your pin number is your Date of Birth (MMDDYY Format)
• Ex. If you were born on February 14, 1990 – your pin would 021490
• If this is your first time logging into your BannerWeb account, the system will ask you to re-enter your password and CREATE your own security question and answer. Afterwards, you will answer a few other questions – then you are all set to access your student account.
• Select Student Services and Financial Aid
• Select Registration
• Select Student Detail Schedule
• Select Term
• Click on Submit
• Print your Student Detail Schedule
ONLINE SINGLE SIGN-ON PAGE (OKTA)
• Go to albanytech.edu
• Select ATC Single Sign-on
• Log in with the following information:
• User ID: First initial, last name & last 4 numbers of student ID
• Password: Birthdate as mm\dd\yyyy (ex. 03051996 for 03/05/1996) unless you’ve changed the password
• Select Bannerweb
• Select Student Services and Financial Aid
• Select Registration
• Select Student Detail Schedule
• Select a Term
• Click on Submit
• Print Your Student Detail Schedule
For any issues, contact the Helpdesk at 229-430-3497 or helpdesk@albanytech.edu
UNDERSTANDING YOUR CLASS SCHEDULE
A. Total Number of Credit Hours for the semester. (Note: 6 credits is half-time status and 12 or more credits is Full-Time student status. Maximum credit hours in a semester is 18)
B. Official Name of Class (ex. above: “Soldering Technology”)
o “ELCR”= Course Section “1005”= Course Section Number
C. CRN is the Course Reference Number
D. Number of Credit hours for that class
E. Campus where class is located
F. Time of Class: Beginning and Ending time of the class
G. Day(s) of the week the class meets M - Mondays; T - Tuesdays; W - Wednesdays; R - Thursdays; F - Fridays; S - Saturdays; TBA - Online class
H. Where; Location of class-Name of the Building and Room Number
I. Date Range of class. A-Term (Full Semester), B-Term (First 8 weeks of the Semester), and C-Term (Last 8 weeks of the Semester). Date range will indicate in which part of term you are registered.
J. SCHEDULE TYPE: Hybrid: Class meets on Campus, and a percentage of your assignments are online Online: 100% of instruction, assignment submission, etc., is online
K. Instructor: Name of instructor for the class
F G H I J K
ONLINE COURSES
HOW TO ACCESS BLACKBOARD:
1. Go to albanytech.edu
2. Select ATC Single Sign On(BannerWeb, Blackboard, Office 365)
3. Log in with the following information:
• User ID: First initial, last name & last 4 numbers of student ID
• Password: Birthdate as mm\dd\yyyy (ex. 03051996 for 03/05/1996) unless you’ve changed the password
4. Select Blackboard
BLACKBOARD FOR ONLINE COURSES:
Course Confirmation Agreements will begin on the first day of class. You must login to Blackboard on the first day and complete your course confirmation agreement. If you are registered for a class after the first day of the semester, you must login on that day to complete your course confirmation agreement and student blackboard orientation.
1. Select course from list on Blackboard.
2. Click on the Start Here – Welcome and Course Overview Module in your course.
3. Click on the Start Here – First Day Requirements folder.
4. Take Mandatory Course Confirmation Agreement
5. An online student must complete the registration and course confirmation processes by the end of the first day of class.
For any issues, contact the Help Desk at 229.430.3497
LOGIN
http://www.albanytech.edu
ATC Single Sign On (BannerWeb, Blackboard, Office 365)
Login with the following information:
• User ID: first initial, last name & last 4 numbers of student ID
• Password: Birthdate as mm\dd\yyyy (ex. 03051996 for 03/05/1996) unless you’ve changed the password Select Microsoft Office 365 Mail
For help with your student email account, contact the help desk at 229.430.3559, 229.430.3497, 877.261.3113 (toll free) or email helpdesk@albanytech.edu
WHAT IS DEGREE WORKS?
Degree Works is a tool to help you and your Academic Advisor monitor your progress towards graduation.
WITH DEGREEWORKS YOU CAN:
• Establish an academic plan
• Compare your completed courses and in-progress courses with the program requirements.
• Answer the question: “How many more classes do I need before I graduate?”
• Run “What-If” audits to explore how your credits may apply to other ATC programs.
• Work with your Advisor to prepare for graduation. Contact your Program Advisor, Academic Advisement Center or the Registrar’s Office for questions.
TO ACCESS DEGREE WORKS:
1. Go to albanytech.edu
2. Select ATC Single Sign On (BannerWeb, Blackboard, Office 365)
3. Log in with the following information:
• User ID: first initial, last name & last 4 numbers of student ID
• Password: Birthdate as mm\dd\yyyy (ex. 03051996 for 03/05/1996) unless you’ve changed the password
4. Click on Degree Works. This will show you your current program information
5. “What-If”: If you would like to see how of your credits would apply to another program
6. Click on the “What If” tab
7. Academic Term – Pick an Academic Term from the drop-down menu
8. Major – Pick a Major from the drop-down menu
9. Select “Process What-If”
ANTHONY O. PARKER, PH.D.
LIBRARY/ MEDIA CENTER
The Anthony O. Parker, Ph.D. Library/Media Center provides access to high quality resources that support ATC’s curriculum, enhance technical training, spark basic literacy education and serve the needs of the students, faculty and staff. The Library/Media Center provides access to area, regional, national, and international information resources and provides the best possible access to information in print, media, or electronic format.
LOCATION: Logistics Education Center, 2nd Floor
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday - Thursday | 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
CLOSED SUNDAYS AND HOLIDAYS
PHONE: 229.430.1745
LIBRARY & MEDIA SERVICES
• Circulation Services
• Reference Services
• Bibliographic Instruction
• Media
• Collection Development
• Interlibrary Loans
• Newsletter
ONLINE REFERENCE SERVICES
• GALILEO® (Georgia Library Learning Online)
• PrepSTEP®
• Credo Reference
ONLINE CIRCULATION SERVICES
• ATC OPAC (Albany Technical College Library Catalog)
• Gil (Georgia Interconnected Libraries)
OFF CAMPUS LIBRARY REFERENCE RESOURCES (COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT LIBRARIES)
• DCPL (Dougherty County Public Library)
• ASU Library (Albany State University Library)
• Information Literacy and Research Skills (EBSCO – LearningExpress)
DID YOU KNOW?
Using our library services can be helpful, especially if you use online search tools such as Galileo, when you are writing a paper.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
Student responsibility is when students take an active role in their learning by recognizing they are accountable for their academic success. Student responsibility is demonstrated when students make choices and take actions which lead them toward their educational goals. Responsible students take ownership of their actions by exhibiting the following behaviors:
• Students should demonstrate and maintain academic integrity and honesty.
• Students should attend and participate in classes, labs, and workshops, and be prepared and on time for class and/or lab sessions.
• Students should complete the assigned work in a timely manner with attention to quality of work.
• Students should avoid making excuses for their behavior.
• Students should communicate in a careful and respectful manner with all instructors, peers, staff and other members of the college community.
• Students should be engaged learners who dedicate at least 2 hours of study time outside of class for every one-hour of class attendance.
• Students should be active participants in cultivating their personal growth and development through academic, civic and social engagement through appropriate service learning experiences.
• Students should act in a civil manner that respects the college learning/social environment and complies with college policies outlined in the student handbook and college catalog and all local, state and federal laws.
• Students should seek and utilize college resources and accommodations when needed.
• Students should respect and approach diverse views, ideas and opinions of others with an open mind.
• Students should identify, develop, and implement a plan to achieve their educational and career goals.
• Student should leave classroom and lab areas in good order.
• Students should respect property of others, and the property, equipment and facilities of the college.
• Students should refrain from actions that endanger the health, safety, or welfare of any member (including themselves) of the college community or its guest and bring discredit to themselves and/or the college.
GOAL SETTING
USE THE S.M.A.R.T. METHOD
SET GOALS THAT ARE:
» Specific
» Measurable
» Attainable
» Relevant
» Time-Bound
For instance, an attainable goal would be to complete your first course one week early. However, be careful of goals that are too ambitious, like completing a course in three weeks.
MAKE CHECKLISTS
Write down your goals daily. These goals can be anything - as long as it is possible to achieve within the course of that daysuch as "read chapter 5" or "complete research paper outline". As you complete the goals, check them off your list. This process allows you to visualize your accomplishments and provide motivation for the next day.
REWARD YOURSELF
When you complete a big milestone, treat yourself. Whether it's finishing a research paper or wrapping up a course, don't hesitate to take the opportunity to do something you love or simply take some time for yourself. Some good ideas for rewards are going to the movies, getting a pedicure or indulging in a nice meal.
ALBANY TECHNICAL COLLEGE STUDENT RESOURCES
Students should demonstrate and maintain academic integrity and honesty. Earning a certificate, diploma or degree can sound complicated and overwhelming, but Albany Technical College can help make the transition easier. We encourage you to utilize the educational resources offered through our Faculty and Staff as you pursue your credential with us.
Throughout your academic journey, you have the ability to fully utilize many educational support options to help you stay on track and complete your educational credential. In addition to a supportive faculty, we also have many student support service options that are available, including:
• Academic Advisement Center
• Academic Achievement Center (Tutoring)
• Campus Bookstore
• Student Affairs
» Registrar
» Financial Aid
» Testing Center
» Career Services
» Disability Services
» Special Populations
» Retention Services
» STARS (Student Tracking and Retention Services)
» Student Life
ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT CENTER
The mission of the Academic Advisement Center (AAC) is to provide a supportive atmosphere which promotes the educational development of the students to prepare them to be workforce ready.
Academic advising is an important part of the college's commitment to students' growth and academic development. More importantly, effective academic advising can have a powerful influence on student success in the college environment. The goals of advisement focus on the development of students and embrace the following objectives:
• To provide support for increasing numbers of underprepared students.
• To ensure that academic advisement is an integral part of the college's larger mission of preparing students for their careers.
• To provide an advisement process which can significantly influence students' educational and personal growth while they seek to acclimate to the college environment.
• To provide academic advising which carries students through a decision-making process and guides them in acquiring the skills needed to develop their educational plans for accomplishing their goals.
HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?
The Retention Team is here to meet your needs. Because every student is different, we help design a success program to identify and address your individual needs.
The Retention Team will develop a plan and help chart your success. We encourage students to meet with their Program Chair on a regular basis. When needed, students will be referred to academic support services, such as supplemental instruction, tutoring or other services.
OFFICE LOCATION:
Nathaniel Cross Health Technology Building (HCT), Academic Advisement Suite
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday - Thursday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT CENTER
Albany Tech’s Academic Achievement Center (AAC) is equipped with five computer labs as well as individual and group study rooms. The center offers academic support for all students, especially in the areas of reading comprehension, writing skills, mathematical fundamentals, and algebraic concepts. The staff includes qualified instructional aides, and work study students ready to provide assistance.
The AAC offers VirtualTutoring!
To schedule tutoring appointments, call (229) 430-0669 or email aac@albanytech.edu
OFFICE LOCATION:
Freedom Hall, Room 110
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday - Thursday | 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Friday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
CAMPUS BOOKSTORE
The Albany Technical College Campus Bookstore is a local bookstore serving the students, faculty and staff of Albany Technical College with pride since 1961. Our primary goal is to ensure students are able to obtain the course materials they need at reasonable prices. We also provide many other items to support your academic career and school spirit. Please browse our website or stop by our store anytime!
LOCATION:
Freedom Hall
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday - Thursday | 8:30 AM – 4 PM
Friday | 8:30 AM – 3 PM
Closed for lunch daily 12:00 PM – 1 PM
DIVISION OF
STUDENT AFFAIRS
Student Affairs has five components that meet the ATC Mission: Recruitment, Admissions, Enrollment, Graduation, and Employment of students into the workforce. Student Affairs works in collaborative efforts to supplement academic affairs by providing excellent support services, assist to reduce the barriers towards student success and provides excellent customer service. Student Affairs assists students with policies, procedures and processes to be successful.
REGISTRAR’S OFFICE
The Office of the Registrar maintains student records and grades. The Registrar’s office also monitors FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974) compliance. Additional duties include evaluating transfer credits, tracking academic requirements through Degree Works, processing student requests (Ex. withdrawals), and awarding degrees.
OFFICE LOCATION:
George M. Kirkland Jr. Building (ADM)
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday – Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
FINANCIAL AID
The mission of the Office of Financial Aid is to help remove financial barriers to assist students in meeting the cost of attendance at Albany Technical College. Our efforts are to provide resources to obtain your degree in the form of grants, employment, and student loans. We are committed to helping students find appropriate ways to finance their education. The Financial Aid Office provides counseling and assistance in completing the financial aid application, evaluation, and determination of need.
Due to limited funds in some programs, we are not always able to offer enough aid to meet each student's financial need. However, alternative sources of assistance may be available to students. For tips on creating your college spending plan please visit mycollegemoneyplan.org.
ATC staff works to streamline application processing. However, on-time processing is a joint effort. You should start the application process as soon after October 1st as possible each year. This will allow us time to serve you better.
The priority deadline to submit all required documents to financial aid is:
• Fall Semester - July 1
• Spring Semester - December 1
• Summer Semester - April 15
Funds will not be available in the bookstore if you do not complete your financial aid application by these dates. The deadline to apply and submit all required documents is June 30th of each academic year.
OFFICE LOCATION: Kirkland Building
HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday – Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
HOW TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID
1. Complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) https://fafsa.gov –School Code: 005601.
2. Provide additional information if requested. (Check BannerWeb for status)
3. Review your Award Offer.
FINANCIAL AID BANNERWEB
ALWAYS CHECK YOUR BANNERWEB ACCOUNT FIRST!
Follow the below directions to log into your ATC Single Sign-on for BannerWeb
1. Go to www.albanytech.edu
2. Select ATC Single Sign-On
3. Enter your ATC Student Email Address (Student Email= first initial of first name, last name, last four of student ID number@student.albanytech.edu).
4. Email password= 8-Digit date of birth (mmddyyyy) (ex.02141990)
5. Enter the Banner Web icon
6. Once in BannerWeb, follow the below directions to review your financial aid account
How to check for incomplete financial aid requirements
• Select Student Services and Financial Aid
• Select Financial Aid
• Select Financial Aid Eligibility
• Select the appropriate term
• Click on Submit
• Student requirements will be listed – incomplete requirements must be completed before a financial aid award is given.
How to check your award information
• Click Student Services & Financial Aid
• Select - Financial Aid
• Select Financial Aid Award Information
• Select Award by Aid Year and the appropriate term
• Select Award Overview
How to check your account balance/pending aid
• Click Student Services & Financial Aid
• Select - Financial Aid
• Select Financial Aid Award Information
• Select See My Bill
• Select the appropriate term and submit
• This will show your tuition and fees for the semester, and pending aid authorized to disburse onto your account. Payments can be set up via Nelnet or made through the ATC Business Office.
STILL NEED HELP?
We know financial aid can be a little confusing. We are here to help! Please contact the Financial Aid Office for further assistance: Phone: 229-430-3505 Email: finaid@albanytech.edu
TITAN TIP
TESTING CENTER
The Albany Technical College Testing Center provides an on-campus solution to ATC testing needs.
AVAILABLE TESTING:
• Accuplacer (Reading, Sentence Skills, Arithmetic, and Algebra)
• Nursing Exam: TEAS (appointment only)
OFFICE LOCATION:
Kirkland Building, Room 127
WALK-IN ACCUPLACER TESTING HOURS
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
PHONE: EMAIL:
229.430.3580 admissions.testing@albanytech.edu
Please visit albanytech.edu/admissions/testing-center for more information on testing policies, costs, and schedule.
NOTE: Testing schedule is subject to change. For all testing services, a picture ID is required. Electronic devices and personal items are NOT allowed in the testing lab.
Students with documented disabilities who require special testing conditions should contact the Special Needs Coordinator at 229.430.2854.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Start with the end in mind! Career Services, located in the Career Development Center, can assist with all stages of your career path, such as employment preparation, resume writing and review, mock interviews, employment opportunities, career portfolio development, apprenticeship opportunities, graduate tracking for job placement, and much more.
The Career Services Office provides training support for workforce development that prepares students for employment, improves their life skills and advances their personal growth.
The following services are provided by the Career Development Center
• Career skills assessments
• Career portfolio development
• Resume writing assistance and critiquing for careerrelated activities
• Internship and co-op opportunities
• Job listings for full-time and part-time jobs
• Career fairs
• Employability skills workshops and seminars
• Research on graduate and employer satisfaction
• Employment referrals
• On-site recruitment opportunities to employer
OFFICE LOCATION:
Career Development Center Building
HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday - Thursday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Walk-ins are welcome and appointments are available, as needed. To schedule an appointment, please call 229.430.3939.
TIPS TO REDUCE TESTING ANXIETY
1. Study practice materials available online or stop by the AAC for extra help before the test.
2. Plan. Get a good’s night rest, eat a good breakfast, and arrive early.
3. Relax. Use all the time you have. You do not get extra points for finishing early. Be confident and relax. You know more than you think you know.
DISABILITY SERVICES/SPECIAL NEEDS
Albany Technical College ensures that its facilities, programs and activities are accessible to individuals with disabilities. We are committed to providing equal access and reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities as defined under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and strive to make programs and facilities accessible.
The Director of Special Needs/L.E.A.P. provides assistance and services to ensure accessibility and to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities who are interested in and can benefit from the many programs offered at Albany Technical College. Moreover, all College activities, programs, services and organizations are open to all students, including those who have disabilities.
OFFICE LOCATION:
Kirkland Building, Office # 159
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday - Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
ADA STATEMENT:
In accordance with Section 504, no qualified individuals with a disability in the United States shall be excluded from, denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity that either receives Federal financial assistance or is conducted by an Executive agency or the United States Postal Service. For more information on Section 504, contact Regina Watts, Director of Special Needs/L.E.A.P., at (229) 430.2854 or rwatts@albanytech.edu.
DO I QUALIFY FOR STUDENT DISABILITY SERVICES?
Any student with a disability (physical or psychological) who has a documented need for classroom accommodations is eligible to receive services through the Special Needs office. Each student must provide documentation that indicates clearly what accommodations are appropriate in his or her individual circumstance.
SPECIAL POPULATIONS
The Special Population office is designed to assist students with support services, resource referrals, customized workshops and life skills. The program provides effective guidance to assist students in overcoming barriers to stay in school and achieve their career goals.
Special Populations serves students enrolled in Career and Technical Occupation programs and are members of one of the following Special Populations:
• Single Parents
• Non-traditional students
• Economically disadvantaged students
• EMBARK Program
• Out-of-Workforce Individuals
• English learners
• Homeless Individuals
• Youth who are, or have aged out of, foster care
• Youth with a parent in the armed forces and on active duty
SERVICES AVAILABLE:
• Workshops
• Connections Groups
• Counseling Referrals
• Lending Library
• Lunch & Learns
OFFICE LOCATION:
Kirkland Building, Office # 158
• Childcare
• Bus Passes
• Clothing Closet
• Pantry
RETENTION SERVICES
Retention services are provided to meet the individual and collective needs of students while persisting toward credential completion and developing into lifelong learners. The Retention Office provides services to improve student retention and completion among academic programs, student engagement, and student success.
Complementing the efforts of the faculty, students are served through a personalized and structured approach that includes the use of an early alert management system, academic tutoring and assessment, skill development, and student centered workshops.
The Retention Office serves as a liaison that promotes student retention and student success to the campus community.
PLANNING FOR YOUR SUCCESS
Whether it is help with understanding your My Academic Plan (MAP) or knowing your resources, we can help you decide what it takes to be a successful student at Albany Technical College.
ACADEMIC DIFFICULTY
We understand that life does not always go as planned. Therefore, you should meet with the Retention Coordinator before making major academic decisions such as withdrawing from a class, changing programs, or when needing academic guidance.
The STARS Program supports students in building long-lasting skills needed in order to succeed and get the most out of a college education.
The STARS Team works with all College departments in developing initiatives to support the program's overarching goals by assisting first-year students. Although the STARS programs aims to assist first-year students, its benefits extend far beyond a student's first year. By approaching students from different angles, we are able to meet a greater number of individual needs. The STARS Team is committed to assisting first-year students develop self-advocacy, selfefficiency, and accountability skills needed to be successful.
The program targets first-semester students and consists of three key objectives:
• Encouraging the development of academic competence.
• Providing ongoing orientation to campus resources and services.
• Helping to identify early on students who require additional support.
STARS Team Members:
Retention Coordinator, Disability Services Coordinator and Special Populations Coordinator
STUDENT LIFE
The office of Student Life supports the mission of the College by providing student engagement opportunities that promote a positive learning environment. Student Life provides a forum for students to create and express themselves through involvement in clubs and organizations, campus programs, and leadership programs. Students are encouraged to engage in activities that will enhance their social and academic goals and promote civic responsibility.
A student must be in good standing with Albany Tech and have a validated student ID card for the current semester to participate in any of these activities.
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS:
• Ambassadors
• Criminal Justice Club
• Foundation Setters for Future Minds
• National Technical Honor Society
• Phi Beta Lambda
• President’s Leadership Institute (PLI)
• SkillsUSA
• Student Fellowship for Christians (SFC)
• Student Government Association (SGA)
• Titan Alliance
• Veterans Advocacy Group
• President’s Leadership Institute
• Titan Athletics : Men and Women’s Basketball Teams
• Cheerleading Squad
DID YOU KNOW?
You can eat at our Titan Café for $3.50 or less. The Titan Café is located in the Logisitics Education Center, and you can check out the menu online as well.
Need to Change Your Major?
HELP SECTION QUICK REFERENCE
Need to Update Address/ Phone Number?
Contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@albanytech.edu or 229.430.5281
Visit albanytech.edu (Click on Current Students > Click on Registrar & Records > Under Forms & Documents, Select Request Change of Major Form) to complete the electronic Change of Major Form.
To check change of program deadline dates, please refer to the Academic Calendar located on the ATC website.
Banner Web Access or Degree Works Locked? Contact the Registrar’s Office at registrar@albanytech.edu or 229.430.5281
Blackboard or Email Access Locked?
Contact the Titan HelpDesk located in Prosperity Hall, Room #109 at helpdesk@albanytech.edu or 229.430.3497
Need help in your classes?
Contact our Academic Achievement Center at 229.430.0669 to schedule an appointment for tutoring or access tutors or login to your Blackboard account to access a Virtual Tutor with Tutor.com.
STUDENT DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE
I. POLICY:
The administration reserves the right to maintain a safe and orderly educational environment for students and staff. Therefore, when, in the judgment of technical college officials, a student’s conduct disrupts or threatens to disrupt the technical college community, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken to restore and protect the atmosphere of collegiality and mutual respect on campus. This procedure is intended to provide an orderly protocol for handling student disciplinary cases in accordance with the principles of due process and justice.
II. APPLICABILITY:
This procedure is applicable to all technical colleges associated with the Technical College System of Georgia.
III. RELATED AUTHORITY:
Procedure: Model Student Conduct Codes
IV. DEFINITIONS:
1. Academic Misconduct: includes, but is not limited to, the definition found in the Student Code of Conduct, Article II, Paragraphs 1-4.
2. Business days: weekdays that the technical college administrative offices are open.
3. Hearing Body: any person or persons authorized by the president of a technical college to provide a hearing as provided in this procedure.
4. Member of the technical college community: any person who is a student, faculty member, technical college official or any other person/s involved with the technical college community or employed by the technical college.
5. Policy: the written regulations of the technical college as found in, but not limited to, the Student Code of Conduct, Students Handbook(s), Residence Hall Handbook(s), Technical College Catalog(s), the Technical College Policy Manual, and the Policy Manual approved by the State Board for the Technical College System of Georgia.
6. Student: all persons taking courses at the technical college full-time, part-time, dual enrollment, joint enrollment, non-credit and credit. Persons who are not officially enrolled for a particular term but who have a continuing relationship with the technical college are considered “students.”
7. Student Organization: any number of persons who have complied with the formal requirements for technical college recognition.
8. Technical college: any college within the Technical College System of Georgia.
9. Technical college official: any person employed by the technical college, performing assigned administrative responsibilities on a part-time, fulltime, or adjunct basis.
10. Premises: all land, buildings, facilities, and other property in the possession of or owned, used, or controlled by the technical college (including adjacent streets and sidewalks).
V. ATTACHMENTS: (FORMS AVAILABLE
VI. PROCEDURE:
A. Filing a Complaint
1. Any person may file a complaint with the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee against any student for an alleged violation of the Student Code of Conduct. The individual(s) initiating the action should complete a Student Code of Conduct Complaint Form, and provide it to the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee.
2. Academic Misconduct may be handled using this procedure or a separate Academic Misconduct Procedure at the discretion of the technical college president.
3. Investigation and Decision
a. Within five business days after the Student Code of Conduct Complaint Form (the “Complaint”) is filed, the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee shall complete a preliminary investigation of the incident, and schedule a meeting with the student against whom the complaint was filed in order to discuss the incident and the allegations. In the event that additional time is necessary, the Student will be notified. After discussing the complaint with the student, the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee shall determine whether the student committed the alleged conduct, and whether the alleged conduct constitutes a violation of the Student Code of Conduct.
b. The student shall have 5 business days from the date contacted by the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee to schedule the meeting. This initial meeting may only be rescheduled one time. If the student fails to respond to the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee within 5 business days to schedule the meeting, reschedules the meeting more than once, or fails to appear at the meeting, the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee will consider the available evidence without student input and make a determination
c. In the event that a Complaint alleges violations of the Student Code of Conduct by more than one student, each student’s disciplinary proceeding, as well as any appeals relating to that proceeding, shall be conducted individually.
d. If the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee determines that the student has violated the Student Code of Conduct, he/she shall impose one or more disciplinary sanctions consistent with those described below. If the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee determines that the alleged conduct did not occur, or that the conduct was not a violation of the Student Code of Conduct, he/she shall not impose any disciplinary sanctions on the student and the investigation shall be closed.
B. Disciplinary Sanctions
Based on the severity of the incident, the Vice President for Student Affairs may take one of two actions:
1. After a determination that a student has violated the Student Code of Conduct, the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president's designee may impose, without referral to the Hearing Body, one or more of the following sanctions. Notification shall be sent to the student and the person(s) who initially filed the complaint.
a. Restitution – A student who has committed an offense against property may be required to reimburse the technical college or other owner for damage to or misappropriation of such property.
Any such payment in restitution shall be limited to the actual cost of repair or replacement.
b. Reprimand – A written reprimand may be given to any student. Such a reprimand does not restrict the student in any way, but it signifies to the student that he/she is in effect being given another chance to conduct himself/herself as a proper member of the technical college community, and that any further violation may result in more serious sanctions.
c. Restriction – A restriction upon a student’s privileges for a period of time may be imposed. This restriction may include but is not limited to denial of the right to represent the technical college in any way, denial of use of facilities, alteration or revocation of parking privileges, or restrictions from participating in extracurricular activities.
d. Disciplinary Probation – Continued enrollment of a student on probation may be conditioned upon adherence to specified terms. Any student placed on probation will be notified of the terms and length of probation in writing. Any conduct determined after due process to be in violation of these terms while on probation may result in the imposition of more serious disciplinary sanctions, as specified by the terms of probation.
e. Failing or lowered grade – In cases of Academic Misconduct, the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee will make a recommendation to the Vice President for Academic Affairs or his/her designee who may authorize the instructor to award a failing or lowered grade in the course, or a loss of credit on the assignment or examination.
2. After a determination that a student has violated the Student Code of conduct, the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee may recommend the imposition of one of the following sanctions if appropriate. The Vice President for Student Affairs’ recommendation will be forwarded to the Hearing Body, which may impose one or more of the following sanctions, as well as those described in section VI.B.1 above, following a hearing. A copy of the written recommendation shall be provided to the student and the person filing the complaint
Disciplinary Suspension – If a student is suspended, he/she is separated from the technical college for a stated period of time. Conditions of reinstatement, if any, must be stated in the notice of suspension.
a. Disciplinary Expulsion –Removal and exclusion from the technical college, Technical College controlled facilities, programs, events, and activities. A record of the reason for the student’s dismissal is maintained by Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee. Students who have been dismissed from the technical college for any reason may apply in writing to the Vice President for Student Affairs for reinstatement twelve (12) months following the expulsion. If approval for reinstatement is granted, the student will be placed on disciplinary probation for a specified term. The probationary status may be removed at the end of the specified term at the discretion of the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee.
b. System-Wide Expulsion – Where a student has been expelled or suspended three times from the same or different colleges in the Technical College System of Georgia in the past seven years, the student will not be permitted to register at any college in the Technical College System of Georgia for a period of ten years after the most recent expulsion/suspension.
3. Violation of Federal, State, or Local Law
If a student is convicted or pleads
violation of federal, state, or local law, but not with any other violation of the Student Code of Conduct, disciplinary action may be taken and sanctions imposed for misconduct that is detrimental to the technical college’s vital interests and stated mission and purpose.
a. Disciplinary proceedings may be instituted against a student charged with violation of a law that is also a violation of the Student Code of Conduct if both violations result from the same factual situation, without regard to criminal arrest and/or prosecution. Proceedings under this Student Code of Conduct may be carried out prior to, simultaneously with, or following criminal proceedings.
b. When a student is charged by federal, state, or local authorities with a violation of law, the technical college will not request or agree to special consideration for that individual because of his/her status as a student. The technical college will cooperate fully with law enforcement and other agencies in the enforcement of criminal law on campus and in the conditions imposed by criminal courts for the rehabilitation of student violators. Individual students, acting in their personal capacities, remain free to interact with governmental representatives as they deem appropriate.
c. Interim Disciplinary Suspension – As a general rule, the status of a student accused of violations of the Student Code of Conduct should not be altered until a final determination is made regarding the allegations against him/her. However, interim suspension may be imposed upon a finding by the Vice President for Student Affairs or his/her designee that the continued presence of the accused student on campus constitutes a potential or immediate threat to the safety and well-being of the accused student or any other member of the technical college community or its guests, or that the continued presence of the student on campus creates a risk of substantial disruption of classroom or other technical college-related activities. If an interim disciplinary suspension is imposed, the matter must be referred as soon as possible to the Hearing Body. The student need not request an appeal.
4. Conditions of Disciplinary Suspension and Expulsion
A student who has been suspended or expelled from the technical college shall be denied all privileges afforded a student and shall be required to vacate technical college Premises at a time determined by the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee.
a. In addition, after vacating the technical college Premises, a suspended or expelled Student may not enter upon the technical college Premises at any time, for any purpose, in the absence of written permission from the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee. A suspended or expelled student must contact the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee for permission to enter the technical college Premises for a limited, specified purpose.
b. If the student seeks to submit a signed Disciplinary Sanction Appeal Form, the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee must accept the form by mail or fax if he/she refuses the Student’s request to enter the Technical College Premises for that specified purpose.
c. A scheduled appeal hearing before the Hearing Body shall be understood as expressed permission from the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee for a student to enter the technical college Premises for the duration of that hearing.
C. Mediation
1. At the discretion of the technical college president the technical college may adopt a mediation procedure to be utilized prior to the appeals set forth herein. Mediation may never be used in cases of alleged sexual misconduct.
D. Hearing/Appeals Procedure
1. A student who wishes to appeal a disciplinary decision by the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee regarding an assigned sanction of restitution, reprimand, restriction, disciplinary probation, or failing or lowered grade must file a written notice of appeal through the technical college president’s office for review by the Hearing Body within five business days of notification of the decision. The person filing the initial complaint against the student must be notified of the hearing date.
2. If the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee recommended a sanction of disciplinary suspension, disciplinary expulsion, interim disciplinary suspension, or system-wide expulsion, the matter will be referred to the Hearing Body by the Vice President for Student Affairs. The student need not file a written notice of his or her desire to appear before the Hearing Body. The person filing the initial complaint shall also be given notification of the hearing.
3. The student will then have the right to appear in a hearing before a Hearing Body assigned by the technical college president or his/her designee within 10 business days to present evidence and/or testimony. If the student has been placed on an interim disciplinary suspension, the hearing must be held as soon as possible, preferably within five days. The student has the right to be assisted by any single advisor he/ she chooses, at his/her own expense. The student is responsible for presenting his/her own case and, therefore, advisors are not permitted to speak or to participate directly in any hearing before a Hearing Body. The Hearing Body may consist of a single person or a group of people drawn from the technical college community. There shall be a single official record, such as a tape recording, of all hearings before the Hearing Body. The official record shall be the property of the technical college. The standard of proof in all hearings shall be a preponderance of the evidence. The chairperson of the Hearing Body shall notify the technical college president and the Vice President for Student Affairs in writing of the Hearing Body’s decision. The technical college president or his/her designee will notify the student in writing of the Hearing Body’s decision.
4. If the student appeared before the Hearing Body to appeal the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee’s sanction of restitution, reprimand, restriction, disciplinary probation, or failing or lowered grade, the Hearing Body’s decision regarding the appeal is final. A copy of the Hearing Body’s written decision will be provided to both the student and the person who filed the original complaint.
5. If the student appeared before the Hearing Body after the Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee recommended disciplinary suspension, disciplinary expulsion, interim disciplinary suspension, or system-wide expulsion, the student shall have the opportunity to appeal directly to the technical college president.
6. If entitled to an appeal to the technical college president, the student shall have 5 business days after receiving written notification of the Hearing Body’s decision to request in writing an appeal. The student shall ensure that all relevant information is included with this request. The person who filed the original complaint shall be notified of the student’s appeal.
7. The president of the technical college or his/her designee’s review shall be in writing and shall only consider evidence currently in the record, new facts not brought up in earlier stages of the appeal shall not be considered. The technical college president or his/her designee shall
deliver the decision to the student and the person who filed the original complaint within 10 business days. The decision of the technical college president or his/her designee shall be final and binding.
VII. DOCUMENT RETENTION
The Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee shall retain a copy of all documents concerning complaints, investigations, administrative actions, and communications in relation to any incident that resulted in a disciplinary investigation of any kind against a student. The Vice President for Student Affairs or the technical college president’s designee will also retain records of any disciplinary appeals filed by the affected student, as well as the resulting record of appeal and decision submitted by the Hearing Body and the technical college president or his/ her designee. A record of the final decision must also be retained. All records specified in this section shall be retained for a period of five years.
Effective Date: July 13, 2012
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