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Table of Contents
Mission / Vision / Accreditation / State Standards ..................................................3
Guarantee / EEOC & Publication Policy ...................................................................4
Admissions Information / Withdrawal Procedures / Refund Procedures................5
Instructions for Logging In/ Web Registration.........................................................6
Campus Safety & Security ................................................................................7—14
Library Services ..............................................................................................15—16
Registrar Services...................................................................................................17
Student Rights & Responsibilities /Behavior Intervention Team .................18—23
CARE & Career Services Center..............................................................................24
Student Assistance Program..................................................................................25
Drug and Alcohol Education Programs & Assistance .................................................................26
Tutorial / Support Labs ..................................................................................27—30
Health Care Competitive Admissions Information.................................................31
Financial Aid .................................................................................................... 32-33
WIOA / Distance Education....................................................................................34
Disability Services...................................................................................................35
Special Populations / Community Resources.........................................................36
Non Traditional Fields / Opportunities...................................................................37
The Campus Store ..................................................................................................38
Personal Program Planner...............................................................................39 - 40
Student Organizations....................................................................................41 – 42
Distance Education ................................................................................................43
Fiscal Responsibility ...............................................................................................44
July 2019 to June 2020 Calendars ...................................................................45-56
Test-Taking Strategies............................................................................................57
Note-Taking Skills ..........................................................................................58 - 59
Tuition and Fees.....................................................................................................60
Frequently Asked Questions ..................................................................................61
Important Numbers................................................................................................62

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Mission
ColumbusTechnicalCollege,aunitof the Technical College Systemof Georgia,isatwo-year
publiccollegewhichoffersprogramsandservicesthatsupportstudentandcommunity
success throughthe attainmentof associate degrees, diplomas, technical certificatesof
credit,customizedtraining,continuing,and adulteducation. The College supportsthe
economicempowermentof itssix countyregionbyfocusingonteachingandlearningand
developingagloballycompetitiveworkforce.We providetraditional,distance learning, and
trainingexperiences forcareerdevelopmentandtransfer.(TCSGSB2-14)
Vision
ColumbusTechnical College will be the regionalcollege of choice, servingasthe catalystfor
buildingvibrantcommunities, improvingeconomicwell-being,andprovidinghope and
opportunity.
Accreditation
ColumbusTechnical College isaccreditedby the Southern
Association ofCollegesand SchoolsCommission on Colleges
to awardthe Associate Degree,Diplomas,andTechnical
Certificatesof Credit.Contactthe CommissiononCollegesat1866 SouthernLane,Decatur,
Georgia30033-4097 or call 404.679.4500 for questionsaboutthe accreditationof Columbus
Technical College.NormalinquiriesaboutColumbusTechnical College,suchasadmission
requirements,financial aid,educationalprograms,etc.,shouldbe addresseddirectlytothe
College andnottothe Commission’soffice.The Commissionistobe contactedonlyif there
isevidencethatappearstosupportasignificantnoncompliance witharequirementor
standardof the SouthernAssociationof CollegesandSchoolsCommissiononColleges.
State Standards
As a unitof the Technical CollegeSystemof Georgia,ColumbusTechnical Collegeadheresto
the policies, procedures, andachievementcriteriaasestablishedandpresentedinthe state
curriculumstandardsdocuments.The standardsserveasabenchmarkforprovidinghigh
qualitytechnicaltrainingthatmeetsthe needsof businessandindustry,notonlytodaybut
inthe future,aschangesinsocietycontinue toalterthe nature of the workplace.Standards
meanthateducational partnersinbusinessandindustrycanrelyonColumbusTechnical
College’sgraduatestohave the knowledge andtechnical expertise toperformtheirjobsto
worldclassstandards.

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Guarantee
Withdirectinvolvementof businessandindustry, the College has
developedcurriculumstandards.Thesestandardsserveasthe industry-
validatedspecificationsforeachoccupationalprogram.These standards
allow the GeorgiaSystemof Technical Collegestoofferitsbusiness
partnersthisguarantee:
“If one of our graduates, educatedunderastandardprogram,orhis/her
employerfindsthatthe graduate isdeficientinone ormore competencies
as definedinthe standards,the technicalcollegewill retrainthe employee
at no instructional costtothe employeeorthe employer.”
This guarantee appliestoany graduate of the College whoisemployedinthe fieldof hisor
her training.The guarantee isineffectfora periodof twoyearsaftergraduation.Toinquire
about or file a claim under this warranty, please contact the Academic Affairs Office.
EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission)Statement
As setforthinitsstudentcatalog,ColumbusTechnicalCollege doesnotdiscriminateonthe
basisof race, color, creed,nationalorethnicorigin,gender, religion,disability,age,political
affiliationorbelief,veteranstatus, orcitizenshipstatus(exceptinthose specialcircumstances
permittedormandatedbylaw).
The followingpersonhasbeendesignatedtohandleinquiriesregardingthe nondiscrimination
policiesthatincludeTitle IXandSection504.Inquiriesconcerningthe administrationof the
nondiscriminationpolicyshouldbe addressedtoTitle IXCoordinator, HenryGross, Directorof
HumanResources, 706.649.1883 or Section504 Coordinator,Olive Vidal-Kendall,Directorof
DisabilityandSpecial Services,706-649-1442, ColumbusTechnical College,928Manchester
Expressway,Columbus, GA 31904- 6572.
Publication Policy
The contentof thispublicationdoesnotconstituteacontractbetweenColumbusTechnical
College anditsstudentsoneitheracollective orindividual basis.Coursecurriculum,fee
changes, oradditional unforeseenchangesinotheraspectsof ColumbusTechnical Collegemay
occur afterpublication.Courseofferingsare contingentuponadequate enrollments.

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Admissions Information:
Welcome to Columbus Technical College!We’re glad that you havemade the decision to pursue
your post-secondary education with us!
Returning Students: If you have not been enrolled atCTC for the lasttwo consecutivesemesters,
pleaseusethe Readmit Application.
Transfer Credit: Official transcripts fromyour previous institutionswill beevaluated in theAdmissions
Officefor transfer credit.
 There are several courses which have an expiration date. Many computer courses have a five-year
expiration date. ALHS 1011, BIOL 1111, 1112, 2113, 2114, & 2117 plus their respective labs have
a seven-year expiration.
 LearningSupport Classes (thosebeginningwith a zero) are not transferable
 The “ReceivingSchool” determines whether or not a coursewill transfer
Course Withdrawal Procedure
Students are responsiblefor withdrawingthemselves from any or all of their classes through
Banner Web. Students who do not withdraw from classes will beassigned the grade(s) earned. No
withdrawals will beprocessed after the ‘W’ period ends. If withdrawal occurspriortothe
completionof 60% of the termthe studentmaygotoBannerWebto withdraw themselves
fromthe course. If withdrawal occursafterthe completionof 60%of the term, a grade of
WP or WFwill be assignedbythe instructordependingonthe course averageatthe time of
withdrawal. NOwithdrawalgrades(W,WPorWF) maybe issued onorafterthe lastday of
the term. Studentsdesiringtowithdraw fromthe only (orlast) course forwhichthey are
registered mustvisit/contactthe CARE Center(Patrick Hall, Room600) forassistance. It is
stronglyrecommendedthatstudentscheck withFinancial Aidbeforewithdrawing,inorder
to determinehow the withdrawal will impacttheirFinancial Aideligibility.
Any student receivingfederal student aid (Pell,SEOG, etc.) who completely withdraws from all
classesduringa given period of enrollment, and completes less than 60% of the term, may be
required to return funds to Columbus Technical Collegeand/or the US Department of Education.
**Important Note: The date in which you withdrawfrom all coursework will bethe date utilized to
calculateyour percentage of coursecompletion*
Refund Procedure
Students must be formally withdrawn from class to receive a refund. It is the student’s
responsibilitytoinsure the withdrawal iscompleted.The lastdayto withdraw witha refund
is noted in the Registrar’s registrationcalendar. Please see the ColumbusTechnical College
Student Hand- book and Catalog for complete refund procedures. Refunds are granted for
only the first 15 hours of tuition.

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Logging In
1. Log ontocampuscomputersbyusingyourfirst,middle,andlastinitialsplusthe lastfour
digitsof yourstudentnumberasyourusername.Yourinitial passwordwillbe yoursix-
digitdate of birth.
2. For Quicklinks,gotowww.columbustech.edu.
3. For StudentEmail:Quicklinks → StudentPortal → Office 365→Outlook(after
Office login.Username isyourinitialsplusthe lastfourdigitsof yourstudent
number. For Example:abc1234@student.columbustech.edu. Yourpasswordis
your six-digitdate-of-birthinthe mmddyyformat.
4. Blackboard:Quicklinks→ Blackboard.Username isyourinitialsplusthe lastfour
digitsof yourstudentnumber.Yourpasswordisyour six-digitdate-of-birthinthe
mmddyyformat.ForExample:abc1234. Your passwordisyour six-digitdate-of-birth
inthe mmddyyformat.
5. BannerWeb:Quicklinks→ StudentPortal /Ellucian word→ User name:Studentnumber.
Your passwordisyour studentnumber.Yourpasswordisyoursix-digitdate-of-birth.
Instructions for Web Registration
1. Fromthe home page inthe StudentPortal, Select“BannerWeb”andlogin.
2. Select“StudentServicesandFinancial Aid”
3. Click: “Registration”
4. Click“SelectTerm”
5. Selectthe correcttermandclick“Submit”
6. Choose one of the followingbelow:
If you know the CRN#for the classes youare registeringfor:
Click“Add/DropClasses”
Scroll downto “AddClassesto Worksheet”sectionEnterthe CRN#of the courses
youwishto take.Click "Register"or"Addto Worksheet"
If you donot know the CRN#forthe classesyouwishtotake:
Click“Look-upClassestoAdd”
UnderSearchby Term,Selectthe correcttermand“Submit”
Choose aSubject(Example:Accounting) andClick“ClassSearch”
Selectthe course youwishtoregisterforbyclickingthe box andClick“Register” or
“Addto Worksheet”

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Campus Safety & Security
Columbus Technical College is committed to providing a safe and protected environment
whichpromotesthe pursuitof our College mission.Since the total preclusionof crime from
thisor any campusis not possible, the College hasputintoeffectpoliciesandproceduresas
precautionary measures to protect everyone on campus.
Campus Law Enforcement
Safetyandsecurityeffortsonthe campusare coordinatedbythe
ColumbusTechnical CollegeChief of Police.The Chief andmembersof his
staff are swornlaw enforcementofficersandassuch,theycarryfirearms
and are authorizedtomake arrests. Muscogee CountySheriff’sdeputies
workingoncampushave the authoritytoapprehendandarrestanyone
involvedinillegal actsbothoncampusandin areasimmediatelyadjacent
to the campus. Routine occurrencessuchastrafficaccidents,thefts,and
damage topropertyinvestigationswill be reportedonbythe Sheriff
Deputiesorthe Chief of Police.
The College alsocontractswithacompanyforadditional servicesprovidedbyuniformed
police personnel.These servicesinclude providingbuildingsecurity, studentinformation,
parkingcontrol andenforcement.The mostseriousoffensesmaybe investigatedbythe
Muscogee CountySheriff’sOffice butthe Chief of Policewillevaluate whetherthe Columbus
Police Departmentwill be calledintoconductthe investigationdependingonthe individual
case. Everyeffortismade tosolve seriousfelonycrimesthroughcooperativeeffortsof local
law enforcementofficersandCampusPolice.
If minoroffensesinvolvingcollegerulesandregulationsare committedbyastudent,
CampusPolice maymake adisciplinaryreferral tothe Vice Presidentof AcademicAffairsor
to one of the School Deansasappropriate.
Dutiesof the policeofficersinclude:
 Patrollingthe campusforhazardousconditionsandunusual activity.
 Enforcingthe rulesregardingmotorvehiclesoncampus(parking,speeding,etc.).
 Assistingwithproblemsencounteredinthe buildings, grounds,and/orparkinglots.
 Completingreportsforaccidents,injuries,andcriminal incidents.
 Assistinginbuildinginspectionsforsafetycompliance.
 Assistingwithresponsetocampusemergencies.

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Campus Safety & Security (Continued)
Access to Security Information
Studentsreceive campussecurityinformationinavarietyof waysincluding:brochures,the
College website, studente-mail,andstudentinformationsheets.The goal istoencourage
studentsandemployeestobe responsible fortheirsecurityandforthe securityof others.
Police Department Contact Info:
Office:706.649.1933
Cell: 706.527.2183
E-mail: police@columbustech.edu
Office Location& Hours:
P203, Monday – Thursday 7AM– 11PM
Criminal Action and Emergency Reporting
The College encouragesfaculty, staff,andstudentstoreportanysuspiciousactivityand/or
incidentstothe campuspolice orthe CollegeInformationCenter.Thisdoesnotinanyway
prohibitthe reportingof anemergencytothe sheriff,police, fire department,oremergency
medical servicesbydialing911 or (9)911 if callingfromacampusphone.
Security and Access to Campus Facilities
The ColumbusTechnical College campusconsistsof anadministrationbuilding,alibrary,
and 13 academicbuildings.Police officerspatrol campusbuildingsandgroundsonaregular
basisandreport—bytelephoneorradio—anyunusual incidentsorhazardousconditions.
Officersemphasizesecurityconsiderationsduringthe generalmaintenance of campus
facilities. Campusbuildingsandparkingareasare well-lightedtoprovideasafe
environment. Campusbuildingsandfacilitiesare accessibleduringnormal business
operatinghoursMondaythroughThursdayandforcertainspecialfunctions.
ID Badges
For safetyreasons,the Collegerequiresall membersof the
campuscommunitytowearCollege I.D.cardswhile on
campus.Studentsmustalsohave CollegeI.D.cardsforuse in
the bookstore, library,etc.

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Campus Safety & Security - continued
Alcohol & drugs
ColumbusTechnical Collegecomplieswith federal,stateand local laws,includingthosethatregulate
the possession,use,and saleof alcoholicbeverages and controlled substances.TheCollege’s drugand
alcohol policy (onand off campus)prohibitstheunlawful possession,use,or distributionof illicitdrugs
and alcohol by studentsand employeeson Collegeproperty or as partof any of theCollege’s activities.
The CleryAct
The JeanneClery Disclosureof Campus Security Policy and CampusCrimeStatisticsActisa federal law
thatrequirescollegesand universitiesto disclosecrimestatisticsthathappen on andaround their
campuses.ColumbusTechnical College—incompliancewith theStudents’Rightto Knowand Campus
Security Act,PublicLaw101-542-provides theinformation contained in thisdisclosuredocumentas
amended by theHigher Education Technical Amendments,PublicLaw102-26,andtheCampusSexual
AssaultVictims’Bill of Rightsas included intheHigherEducation Amendmentsof 1992.To reviewthe
currentreport,pleaserefer to thecollege’s websiteat
http://www.columbustech.edu/directory/student- affairs/student-right-to-know/.Inquiries
concerningtheinformation contained inthisdisclosureshould bedirected to theVicePresidentof
Operations,706.649.7511.
Smoke/Tobacco-Free C ampu s
The ColumbusTechnical Collegecampusis considered a“Smoke/Tobacco-Free”zone.Thecampus
includesall buildings,parkinglots,common areas,sidewalks and thelike.Tobacco useinany form
(cigarettes/pipes/cigars,dip,chewingtobacco,e-cigarettes,“vapes,”etc.) isnotallowedon campus
exceptin thedesignated arealocated in theupperparkinglotof thelibrary building.Anyonefoundto
be in violation of thispolicy will besubjectto disciplinaryaction.
Weapons Policy
Georgia Lawprohibitsthecarryingof weaponson collegecampuses.For exceptions see: O.C.G.A.§16-
11-127.1and O.C.G.A.§16-11-130.If youhaveany questionsregardingthispolicy,contactthe
ColumbusTechnical CollegeChief of Policeat706.649.1933.
Incident Reporting and Statistics
Policeofficerssubmitdaily written incidentreportsto theDepartmentofOperationswhich liststhem
in a publicly viewablelogwithintwo businessdays.Thefaculty advisor charged with monitoringan off-
campus activity will reportunusual incidentsto CampusPoliceand submita written reportto
Academic Affairs andtheDepartmentof Operations.Requeststo viewtheincidentlogshouldbe
directed to theVicePresidentof Operations.TheStudents’Right-to-Know,theCampus Security Actof
1965,and theGeneral EducationProvisionsActrequirecolleges anduniversitiesto reportcertain
campus crimestatisticsand security procedures.TheColumbusTechnical CollegeDepartmentof
Operations hasthisinformationin compliancewith federal,state,and local laws.Campuscrime
statisticsreports can bereviewed on thecollege’swebsite;printed copiescan beobtained through the
Officeof Operations.

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GeorgiaCampusCarryBill—StudentGuidanceandEducation
 Date of Implementation—July1,2017
 Breakdownelementsof the statute16-11-127.1
Must be 21 or over(unlessanactive memberof the military)
Appliestoanyone oncampus—student,faculty,staff,contractororvisitor
Appliesonlytohandguns(revolversandpistols)
 Musthave validGA WeaponsCarry License(WCL) oraweaponscarrylicense orpermit
froma reciprocal state providedthatthe licensecarrierisnotaresidentof Georgia.If
theybecome aGeorgiaresident,theymustobtainaGeorgiacarrylicense(active
militaryexception)
Locationsauthorized
 In anybuildingoronreal property(buildingsorland) ownedorleasedbythe
college, unlessspecificallyprohibitedbelow
Locationsprohibited
 Anybuildingsorpropertyusedforathleticsportingevents(while athleticeventis
occurring)
 Studenthousing(includesfraternityandsororityhouse)
 Preschool orchildcare spaces(definedasseparatedbyelectronicmechanismor
human- staffedpointof controlledaccess)
 College orCareerAcademies
 Classes w/Move OnWhenReady (MOWR) /dual enrollmentstudents(definedas
the space or roombeingcurrentlyusedforMOWR/dual enrollmentinstruction)
 Faculty, staff oradministrative offices
 Roomswhere disciplinaryhearingsare conducted
Must be concealed
 Concealed defined—carried in such a fashion it does not actively solicit the
attention of others … is not openly and intentionally displayed. Substantially
covered by an article of clothing, or carried within a bag of nondescript nature.

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Georgia Campus Carry Bill—Student Guidance and Education (Continued)
Additional Points for Consideration:
 It is incumbent upon the weapons carry license holderto know the law and follow it
at all times.
 It is the responsibility of thelicense holder / gun owner toensure that they have received
gun safety training on proper loading, use and carry(including concealed carry) of a firearm.
Colleges (including their police or security departments) will not provide firearms training to
anyone other thanemployed sworn police officers.
 Active Shooter training is provided toall students and employees. In the event of an active
shooter type occurrence, police will respond with theintent of locating and stopping the
threat. It is the responsibility of the licensed carrier to clearly identify themselves and
immediately obey all instructions given by law enforcement.
Frequently Asked Questions:
 Where can weapons be secured when not being carriedon campus by permit holder? The
gun owner’s vehicle. Schools will not provide weapons storagefacilities.
 How will anyone know whether a class has MOWR or deal enrollment students in it? It is
incumbent upon the licensed carrier to determine when these conditions exist and not
violate the law. Students may ask their fellow classmates if anyone is a dual enrollment,
MOWR, or high school student, however, fellow students are not required to identify
themselves as dual enrollment, MOWR or high school student.
 What is the penalty for violation? See OCGA 16-11-127.1. If the violator has a valid carry
license, on the first offense, the penalty is a misdemeanor and a $25 fine. If the violator
does not have a carry license the charge is a felony.
 Can lawenforcement ask to see weapon carrylicense at any time? Law enforcement may
not detain an individual for the sole purpose of asking if they have a carrylicense or
requesting to view it.
 Must the permit be on your person while carrying? Yes.
 Does it apply to any area where a student conduct hearing may occur or has occurred? It
applies to any area where a student conduct hearing is occurring or will occur in the
immediate future.
 What happens when high school (or younger) students arein common areas?The
prohibition only applies to areasin current use for instruction or students who aredual
enrollment or MOWR. Common areaswhere these students may be present are not
covered.

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Motor-Vehicle Regulations
 Students may park in designated areas ONLY and must park vehicles—includingmotorcycles and
scooters—between the painted lines and headed into the space.Students drivinga registered or
unregistered vehicle should not use visitors’ spaces.
 Parkingfor individualswith disabilitiesis appropriately marked HANDICAPPEDONLY.Students
must display handicapped parkingpermits in thevehiclewhen parked in thesespaces.Students
may not usethe handicapped permitof any other person.Campus policewill makeregular checks
to make surethose in the handicapped spaces arein compliance.Usinga handicapped placard not
issued to you will result in a fine up to $500.00.
 Students may not park on the grass outsidethedesignated areas,on campus roads or drives,or in
striped areas adjacentto handicapped spaces.Bicycles mustbeparked in the racks provided at
various locations.Students may not carry bikes insidebuildings,lean themagainstbuildings or
trees, or chain them to poles,fences,or buildings.
 The campus speed limitis 15 miles per hour.Pedestrians havetherightof way atall times.
Vehicles leftunattended and blockingtrafficor creatingany safety hazard may betowed from the
campus atstudent’s or owner’s expense.
 Motor-vehicle-regulation violations may result in a ticket carrying a fine of$10.A first-offense
fine for parking in a handicapped parking space is $25.
 Second- and third-offense fines are $50 and $100 respectively.The student parkingthe vehicle
on campus is responsiblefor all motor-vehicleviolations attributed to that vehicle.
 Parkingtickets shall bebroughtto the College’s BusinessOfficewithin 48 hours.Tickets shall be
cleared promptly to precludedelays in registration and processingof transcripts,graduation
requests,etc.
Business OfficeCashier Hours:Monday - Thursday from8AM - 6PM in the HartlineBuilding.
Parking violators may appeal to theStudent Leadership Council within ten days of the issuance
of the ticket by obtaining and submitting an appeal formin theBusiness Office.TheSLC will
notify students in writingwhether the appeal has been granted or denied. The decision is final,
with no appeal.

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Sex Offender Information
Inaccordance withthe "CampusSex CrimesPreventionAct"of 2000, the Columbus
Technical CollegeOffice providesalinktothe GeorgiaandAlabamabureausof
Investigation.Thisactrequiresinstitutionsof highereducationtoissue astatementadvising
the campuscommunitywherelaw enforcementinformationprovidedbyastate concerning
registeredsexoffendersmaybe obtained.Italsorequiressexoffendersalreadyrequiredto
registerinaState toprovide notice of eachinstitutionof highereducationinthatState at
whichthe personisemployed,carriesavocation, orisa student.Inthe State of Georgia,
convictedsex offendersmustregisterwiththe Sex OffenderandCrimesAgainstMinor
Registrymaintainedbythe GeorgiaBureauof Investigation.
Registry informationprovidedunderthissectionshall be usedforthe purposesof the
administrationof criminal justice, screeningof currentorprospective employees,
volunteersorotherwiseforthe protectionof the publicingeneral andchildrenin
particular.Unlawful use of the informationforpurpose ofintimidatingorharassing
anotheris prohibitedandwillful violationshall be punishableasa ClassI Misdemeanor.
Beloware linkstoaccessthe Sex OffenderRegistrationinformation:InGeorgia:
http://www.ganet.org/gbi/disclaim.html
InAlabama:http://community.dps.state.al.us
The webaddressesaboveare publishedinthe “CampusSafetySecurity”information
brochure available atvariouslocationsoncampusaswell asonthe CollegeIntranet/Safety
& SecurityInformation/Safety&Securitydocuments.ColumbusTechnical Collegereceives
notificationbymail fromthe GeorgiaBureauof Investigationand/orthe Muscogee County
Sheriff’sOfficewhenaregisteredsex offenderhasreportedthathe orshe will be attending
ColumbusTechnical College.The Chiefof Police alsoaccessesregularlythe online registry.
Campus Emergencies
Fire evacuationroutes,tornadosheltermaps, andemergencyinstructionsare posted
throughoutcampusonwallsinclassroomsandofficesaswell asonhallwaybulletinboards.
All membersof the campuscommunitymustcomplypromptlywiththe instructionsof
police officers, college administrators, andemergencypersonnelinthe eventof an
emergency.

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Children on Campus
 Children are not allowed in classrooms or laboratories.
 Children are not allowed in the Math, Writing, or Science Support Labs.
 Children are not allowed in the Academic Advisement Center.
 Children are not allowed on campus unless accompanied by an adult. Adults who bring a
child to campus must ensure that the child’s activity does not disturb classes or people trying
to study.
 Children must not be left unattendedanywhere on campus.
 Children are not allowed in the Cosmetology area.
 Children under the ageof 16 arenot allowed in theLibrary.
Columbus TechnicalCollegePolice personnelwill escort violatorsofthis policy offthecampus.
Visitors On Campus
All visitors must have permission to be on campus. Visitors should report to the Police
Department in Patrick Hall. Students and visitors may not visit classes during class timeunless
permission has been obtained from an administrator. Incase of an emergency, visitors
needing to see a student should make their request at the police department.
Lost & Found
Lost and found articles may be sought from or turned in to the Police
Department in Patrick Hall, Room 206.
Campus Safety Tips
1. Park your vehicle in a lightedparking area designated for students. Always lock your vehicle.
2. Never leave valuables visible; instead, secure such items in the vehicle’s trunk. If you are
planning to be away from your vehicle for an extended period, never transfer valuables to the
trunk in the presence of others. Always remember to remove the keys from the ignition.
3. Keep your personal possessions with you at all times while on campus.
4. Secure your bicycle to a bike rack, using a strong chain and lock.
5. If taking classes at night, be sure to walk with a fellow student or two.
6. Have your car keys ready in hand so that your car canbe opened immediately.
7. Immediatelyreport any crime, suspected crime, or suspicious circumstances or persons to
the campus police, day or night.
8. If you feel unsafe or uncomfortable, contact campus police for an escort.

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LIBRARY
Located on Second Floor of Library Building
The Columbus Technical College Libraryhas a collection of more than 30,000 books and audio/
video material, 242,800e-books, and 236 hard copy periodicals and newspapers. Students also
can access videos through Films on Demand. The library collection and e-books can be
accessed on any campus computer and online through any internet accessible device.
The Library has online resources available to assist students through GALILEO. GALILEOstands
for GeorgiA LIbrary LEarning Online, an initiative of the Board of Regents of the University
System of Georgia. An Internet-based virtual Library, GALILEOprovides access to multiple
information resources, including secured access to licensed products. Students may access over
300 databases indexing thousands of periodicals and scholarly journals. Over 10000 journal
titles areprovided in full-text. GALILEOcan be accessed on any campus computer and online
through any internet accessible device.
Columbus Technical College Library is part of the national InterlibraryLoan program.
Students can request InterlibraryLoan for items unavailable at the Columbus Technical
College Library. The library has Joint agreementsto allow students library access to Columbus
StateUniversity Library, Chattahoochee Valley Community College Library and all Technical
College System of Georgia collegelibraries.
Off-Campus Library service, exists tomeet the library needs of Columbus Technical College
students. Students have full access to Columbus Technical College Library’s online catalog,
many online databases through GALILEO, theonline Student Handbook for the Library,
ProgramGuides, texting and chat services, and other instructional resources provided by
GALILEO, and library videos. Off campus students areallowed toborrow books from the
Library’s collection, use interlibrary loan services, and access any other Technical College
System of Georgia College Librarythrough a state-wide resource sharing agreement (TCSG
Libraries Statement of Agreement). Off campus students may request hard copy materials
from thelibrary by phone, text, email, or chat. Upon request resources will be delivered to
the off campus site.
The Library staff is committed to fulfilling the mission of supporting the Columbus Technical
College students through ongoing service and education to ensure access and successful use
of all library information resources, encouraging life-long learning, critical thinking skills, and
increase information literacy.

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LIBRARY
Formore information on the Library: Phone: 706.649.1852
Hours of operation subject tochange
Text: 706.225.9170
Printing(L702andL708)
 10 cents for blackandwhite, 50 cents for color (Select 700-01 printer for color)
 Color prints can be obtainedat the Circulation Desk
 Print cards canbe purchasedat the Circulation Desk
Copying and Scanning
 Copies maybe made byscanning material andsending toa cell phone, emailed, or printedona local printer
 Please contact the CirculationDesk ifassistance is needed
Faxing
 Faxing to localnumbers, area code (706), isfree. Longdistance is 10 cents per minute. Free cover sheet included.
Computers
 Over 80 computers are available for use in the library.
 Computer labs are locatedinrooms L702 andL708. Instructional labislocated inrooms L715
 Microsoft Office ProSuite
 InternetAccess
Off-Campus LibraryService exists to meet the libraryneeds of Columbus Technical College students. Student have full
access tothe following:
 Virtual LibraryServicesthroughtheir Blackboard accounts
 The online catalog
 Online databases throughGALILEO
 Libraryvideos
 The online student Handbookfor the Library
 ProgramGuides
 Texting three 1-hour Chat sessions witha Librarian, Monday—Thursdaybeginningat 10:00 am, 20:00 pm, and
7:00 pm.
 Off campus students are allowedtoborrowbooks from the Library’s collection, use interlibraryloanservices,
and access toanyother Technical College System of GeorgiaCollege Librarythrougha state-wide resource
sharing agreement (TCSG LibrariesStatement of Agreement).
 Off campus students mayrequest hardcopymaterialsfromthe librarybyphone, text, email, or chat. Upon
request, resources will be deliveredto the off campus site.
Study Rooms
 Five (5) studyCarrels
 Group studyrooms
 Conferenceroom
 Gamingroom
Wireless Network
 Bring inyour own device for free wireless connection.
 Law Library
 Mini Science Lab

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Registrar’sOffice/RegistrarServices
HartlineAdministrationBuilding,RoomA-151
706.649.1857
 ProcessGraduationApplications
 Grade Processing
 Issue Credentials
 ProcessCourse Withdrawals
(Instructorandstudent-initiated)
 RegistrationAssistance
 TransientAgreementForms
 HOPE ScholarshipEvaluations
 Transcripts
(Submitofficial transcriptrequest=$7.50)
Unofficial transcript is free
 Grade changes
 Addressand Phone Updates
 WebPinRequests
IntranetServices
 Unofficial Transcripts
• ViewGrades,TuitionFees,and
Print Schedules
 Calculate GPA
 VerificationofEnrollment
 WebRegistrationforClasses
 ViewHoldson Account
 ScholarshipLink
 ApplyOnline forFinancial Aid
 TextbookInformation
 Search LibraryCatalog
 ViewStudentOrientation
Power Point Presentation
 Retrieve StudentEmail andPassword
 StudentAnnouncements
Request and Pay for Official Transcripts Online
1) Go to www.columbustech.edu
2) Click “Current Students”
3) Click “Registrar”
4) Click “Transcript Request”
5) Click “Student Records”
6) Click
7) Click “Begin Order”
Credential Solutions Customer Service—847.716.3005 Website:
https://www.credentials-inc.com/tplus/?ALUMTRO005624

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Student Rights & Responsibilities
The Student Right-to-know Act
The Student Right-to-Know Act was enacted in 1990 by federal law. The lawrequires institutions thatreceive
TitleIVHEA student financial aid to collect,reportand/or disclosegraduation rates for full- time,first-time,
degree-seeking undergraduatestudents and students receivingathletically related studentaid.For fall 2016,
Columbus Technical Collegehad a retention rate for first-timestudents of 56%. Pleasenotethat 14% of
entering students were counted as “full-time,first-time”in 2014.Questions related to this information
should bedirected to the Officeof Institutional Effectiveness,706.649.1305,or theOfficeof theRegistrar,
706.649.1857.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act(FERPA) of 1974 helps protectthe privacy of student
education records.The Act provides for the rightto inspectand revieweducation records,the right
to seek to amend thoserecords and to limitdisclosureof information fromtherecords.The intent of
the legislation is to protectthe rights of students and to ensurethe privacy and accuracy of education
records.The Act applies to all institutions thataretherecipients of federal aid administered by the
Secretary of Education.
What rights does FERPA afford students with respect to their education records?
 The rightto inspectand reviewrecords within 45 days of theday the Collegereceives a requestfor
access.
 The rightto request amendments to the record(s) thatthe student believes areinaccurateor
misleading.
 The rightto consentto disclosuresof personally identifiableinformation contained in therecords,
except to the extent thatFERPA authorizes disclosurewithoutconsent.
 The rightto filea complaintwith theU. S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the
collegeto comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Officethat
administers FERPAis:
Family PolicyComplianceOffice
U. S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Ave.,SW
Washington, D.C.20202-5920
Who is protected under FERPA?
(1) Students who arecurrently or formerly enrolled regardless of their ageor status with regard to
parental dependency. Students who haveapplied buthavenotattended an institution and deceased
students do notcome under FERPA guidelines.Parents of students termed as “dependent” for
incometax purposes may haveaccess to thestudent’s education records.(At the educational
institution’s discretion.) Acopy of the parent’s most recent Federal Income Tax return, where the
parents declared the student as a dependent, mustbe submitted to the Officeof Student Records to
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Student Rights & Responsibilities (Continued)
What are education records?
Withcertainexceptions,aneducationrecordisanyrecordfromwhichastudentcanbe
personallyidentifiedandmaintainedbythe College.
A studenthasthe rightof accesstothese records.Educationrecordsincludeanyrecordsin
whatevermedium(handwritten, print,magnetictape, film,diskette, etc.) thatare inthe
possessionof anyschool official.Thisincludestranscriptsorotherrecordsobtainedfroma
school inwhichastudentwaspreviouslyenrolled.
What is directory information?
InstitutionsmaydiscloseinformationonastudentwithoutviolatingFERPA if ithasdesignated
that in-formationas“directoryinformation.”AtCTCthisincludesastudent’s:
 name of student
 address
 telephone number
 date of birth
 programof study
 datesof attendance
 email address
 currentenrollmentstatus(full-time/part-time)
 degree, diploma,technicalcertificateof credit,received
 photograph
 honorsandawards received
How does a student authorize release of their education record in the form of an
academic transcript?
Studentsmustauthorize the release of theirtranscriptbywrittenrequestwithsignatureor
by completingandsigningatranscriptrequestformavailableinStudentServicesoronline
at http://www.columbustech.edu. The receiptof a writtenrequestwithsignature to
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Student Rights & Responsibilities (Continued)
Who may have access to student information?
 The student and any outsideparty who has the student’s written request.
 School officials (asdefined by theCollege) who have “legitimateeducational interests.”
 Parents of a dependent student as defined by the Internal Revenue Code.
 A person in responseto a lawfully issued subpoena or courtorder,as longas theCollegemakes
a reasonableattempt to notify the student first.(Normally,theCollegewill comply with a
subpoena after two weeks have elapsed from the day the subpoena was received.)
When is the student’s consent not required to disclose information?
When the disclosureis:
 to school officials(defined in policy) who havea legitimateeducational interest,
 to federal,state, and local authoritiesinvolvingan auditor evaluation of compliancewith
educational programs,
 in connection with financial aid;this includes Veterans’benefits,
 to organizations conductingstudiesfor or on behalf of educational institutions,
 to accreditingorganizations,
 to parents of a dependent student,
 to comply with a judicial order or subpoena
 in a health or safety emergency,
 releasingdirectory information,
 releasingtheresults of a disciplinary hearingto an alleged victimof a crimeof violence.
Behavior Intervention Team (BIT)
The Behavior Intervention Teamis dedicatedto a proactive, coordinated, andplannedapproach to the
identification, prevention, assessment, management, andreductionof interpersonal andbehavior threats to
the safetyandwell-being of allColumbus Technical College students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Campus Member's Responsibilities
The mission of the College's BITis to educate the communityabout proper
responses to anybehavioral issues, from concerningbehavior to a crisis situation.
It is the responsibilityof faculty, staff, and students to immediatelyreport any
situation that could possiblyresult inharm to anyone at the College.
Reporting Concerns
If you have generalconcerns about anindividual's behavior, please contact the BIT at IT@columbustech.edu
to consult as earlyas possible. No issue is toosmall to be recognized. If youfeeluncomfortable, trust your
instincts andnotifysomeone.
When there is an active or immediate riskof violence or harm to others, you should call911 or CTCPolice
Department.
Individuals maysubmit a report about a personal of concernbyemailing the BIT, speakto the CARE Center or
Office of DisabilityandSpecial Services staff, or submitting the Online Reporting Form via the CTCwebsite.

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Code of Conduct
StudentsenrollingatColumbusTechnical Collegeacceptcertainresponsibilitiesand
obligationsincludingsatisfactoryacademicperformance andsocial behaviorconsistentwith
the College’seducationalmission.Tofulfill itsfunctionsasaneducationalinstitution,the
College retainsthe powertomaintainorderandtoexcludethose whoare disruptivetothe
educational process.
The College willuse appropriate procedurestoimposeinstitutional disciplinarymeasures
for conductthatadverselyaffectsthe College’spursuitof itseducational objectives, that
violatesorshowsadisregardforthe rightsof othermembersof the Collegecommunity, or
that endangerspropertyorpersonsorCollege-controlledproperty.
The completeCodeof Conductmaybe foundonthe collegewebsite inthe Student
Handbook.Anymemberof the collegecommunitymayreportastudentinviolationof the
StudentCode of Conductorfile aformal grievance. Reportformsare availableinvarious
officesincluding:AcademicAdvisementCenter, Care Center, DisabilityandSpecial Services
Office, the College InformationCenter;oronthe website:linktoStudentForms.
Grievances
StudentsenrollingatColumbusTechnical Collegeacceptcertainresponsibilitiesand
obligationsincludingsatisfactoryacademicperformance andsocial behaviorconsistentwith
the College’seducationalmission.Tofulfill itsfunctionsasaneducational institution,the
College retainsthe powertomaintainorderandtoexcludethose whoare disruptivetothe
educational process. StudentGrievanceandComplaintformsare available invariousoffices
including:AcademicAdvisementCenter,CARECenter, DisabilityandSpecial Services
Offices, CollegeInformationCenter;oronthe website.
Complaints of Sexual and Gender Violence
ColumbusTechnical College doesnotdiscriminateonthe basis of sex orgenderinanyof its
educationoremploymentprogramsandactivities.ColumbusTechnical Collegewill not
tolerate sexual misconduct,whichisprohibited,andwhichincludes, butisnotlimitedto,
domesticviolence, datingviolence, sexual assault,sexualexploitation,sexual harassment,
andstalking.ColumbusTechnicalCollege stronglyencouragesmembersof the community
to reportinstancesof sexual misconductpromptly.These policiesandproceduresare
intendedtoensure thatall partiesinvolvedreceiveappropriatesupportandfairtreatment,
and thatallegationsof sexual misconductare handledinaprompt,thoroughandequitable
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Complaints of Sexual and Gender Violence (Continued)
For a complete copyof ColumbusTechnical College’spolicygoverningsexual misconduct,
visitthe ColumbusTechnical CollegeStudentHandbook–StudentCode of Conduct.
ColumbusTechnical College hasestablishedprocedurestoaddressunlawfulharassment
(includingsexualharassmentandsexualviolence),discriminationandretaliation.All
studentsandemployeesare encouragedtoreporteventsof unlawful harassment,
discrimination,sexualviolence and/orretaliation(prohibitedconduct) againstthemselves
or others.Reportswill be treatedinanexpeditiousandconfidentialmanner.Victimshave
the rightto file ornotfile acriminal complaintforsexual violencewiththe locallaw
enforcementauthoritiesbefore,during,orafterfilingacomplaintwiththe college.
Counselingandreferral servicesare available. The collegewillassistwithremediesto
preventcontactbetweenacomplainantandanaccusedparty,suchas academicand
workingaccommodations,if reasonablyavailable.The College willmake such
accommodations, if the victimrequeststhemandif theyare reasonableavailable,
regardlessof whetherthe victimchoosestoreportthe crime tothe CampusPolice orlocal
law enforcement.Studentsandemployeesshouldcontactthe CampusPolice Department
at 706.649.1933 or the Office of the VicePresidentof StudentAffairsat706.649.1820.
Afteranincidentof sexualviolence,the victimshouldconsiderseekingmedicalattention
as soonas possible. If victimsseekcounseling,theymaycontactthe CARECenterat
706.649.1938.
Victimsof sexualharassment,domesticviolence, datingviolence,sexual assault,or
stalkingshouldreportthe incidentpromptlytothe Title IXCoordinator, HenryGross,
706.649.1883, hgross@columbustech.edu andtoCampusPolice (if the victimso
desires). The collegewillprovideresourcesoncampus,off campus, orboth, topersons
whohave been victimsof sexualassault,domesticviolence, datingviolence,orstalking,
and will applyappropriate disciplinaryprocedurestothose whoviolatethispolicy. The
proceduressetforthbeloware intendedtoaffordapromptresponse tochargesof sexual
assault,domesticordatingviolence,and stalking,tomaintainconfidentiality andfairness
consistentwithapplicable legal requirements, andtoimposeappropriate sanctionson
violatorsof thispolicy.
Once an individualmakesacomplaint,orreceivesnotice thatacomplainthasbeenmade
againsthimor her,thatindividual shouldreceive informationaboutsupportservices, such
as counseling, academicsupport,anddisabilityservices, asisavailable atthe institution.

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Unlawful Harassment and Discrimination
Columbus Technical College is committed to ensuring that all students and
employees shall be provided and environment free of unlawful harassment,
discrimination, and retaliation.
All students and employees are expressly prohibited from engaging in any form
of unlawful harassing, discriminating, intimidating or retaliatory behavior or
conduct (“prohibited conduct”) in all interactions with each other, whether or
not the interaction occurs during class or on or off campus. Visitors to campuses
also shall not engage in prohibited conduct and may be barred from campus for
such prohibited conduct. Allegations of discrimination, harassment or retaliation,
occurring at clinical sites to which students are assigned shall be investigated in
accordance with Procedure: 6.1.1p, published in the Student Handbook and
Catalog.
Any student or employee who has engaged inprohibited conduct will be subject
to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion or dismissal. Nothing inthis
procedure shall be interpreted to interfere with any person’s right to free speech
as provided by the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States of
America.
All students are encouraged to report any prohibited conduct. Reports will be
treated inan expeditious and confidential manner. TCSG will not tolerate
retaliation for having fileda good faith harassment and/or discrimination
complaint or for having provided any information inan investigation. Any
individual who retaliates against acomplainant or witness inan investigation will
be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion or dismissal.
Employee complaints of unlawful harassment or discrimination shall be
conducted pursuant to the process outlined inthe procedure governing
Unlawful Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation inEmployment.

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Student Services & Assistance
CARE Center
The CARECenterislocatedinRoomP-600.The staff assistswithscholarshipopportunities,
preparation,adjustment, retentionandgraduation.The CARECenterisavailabletoany
currentlyenrolledstudent,future students,studentsonacademicsuspension,andgraduates.
The Student Navigator / Retention Coordinator is located in The CARE
Center. Any TCSG Early Alert Management System (TEAMS) alerts are
managed here. The CARE Center is dedicated to assisting students in
achieving the successful completionof theirchoseneducational program
of study through a structured, comprehensive academic and personal
support system.
How Do I Get Assistance?
VisitThe CARE CenterinP-600 Monday– Thursday,8:00 AMto6:30 PM
Call 706.649.7512
Email: CARECenter@columbustech.edu
Be referredbyyourinstructor or advisor
CareerServicesCenter
The CareerServicesCenterassistscurrentandformerstudentsandgraduatesin
obtainingemploymentbyenhancingjobreadinessandemployabilityskillsandbyhelping
studentsassessandredesigncareerpaths. The CareerServicesCenterislocatedinside
the CARE Center/inP- 600 of PatrickHall,Monday – Thursday,7:30 am to 6 pm.
Servicesinclude:
 Resumeevaluation
 JobPostings
 Interview preparation
 Careerexploration
 Computersforstudentuse
 Careerfairs
 Internetaccesstojobsites
 Careercounseling
 Instructional videosandreference materials
Contact Info:
Phone:706.649.1055, Email:careerconnections@columbustech.edu

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Columbus Technical College – Student Assistance Program
Columbus Technical College has partneredwith ESPYR to provide students andtheir familymembers witha
comprehensive Student Assistance Program (SAP)that isfree andconfidential. The SAP isavailable 24/7/365.
Work-Life Services
• Legal consultation providedbyattorneys. Simple Wills prepared at nocost. 24-hour emergencyservices,
consultation with a mediator, consultationwitha fraud/IDtheft specialist are alsoincluded. A 25% discount off
the mediator or attorneyfeesfor services renderedbeyondthe SAP.
• Financial consultation regardingstudent debt matters, investment options, moneymanagement, tax
preparationand consultation. Financialpersonnel services are discounted at 25% as are CPA taxpreparationfees.
• Child Care information and referrals for alltypes of childcare, aswell as campsandschools
• Elder care services to assess elder care needs, locate resources and arrange referrals
• Adoption specialists share information, organize and arrange referrals for all stages of this process.
• Academic resources includingcustomizedprofiles of kindergartenthroughgraduate school. College planning
guidebooks are available. Referralsto tutors are available.
• Pet care services that offer referrals to breeders, groomers, walkers, sitters, kennels, vets, andpet publications.
• Special needs services andreferral toassess students’ needs, educate, andmake referrals for various special
needs affectingemployees and their families suchas heart disease, ADHD, disabilities, diabetes and more.
• Daily Living and Concierge resources that provides referralssuchas for home improvement resources, cleaning
services, travel informationand more.
• Relocation services andreferrals informationprovided tostudents whoare moving. Referrals include moving
companies, housingoptions, utilitycompanies, schools andmore.
Counseling Support
Students get upto4 sessions, per problem, of face-to-face counseling andreferral for a full range of personal,
family, andworkconcerns. Counselors are located convenientlytoyour campus or home 24/7/265.
Coaching Services
Up to 6 telephonic coaching sessions, toaddress personal challenges suchas time management, personal
development, healthylifestyle changes, etc.
On-Line Resources
• The website offers educational screenings, assessments, videos, quizzes, courses, articles, financial calculators,
childandeldercare service locators and muchmore. You mayevenconfidentiallyrequest SAP services from the
site. Topics coveredinclude emotional wellbeing, relationships, healthandwellness, financial, legal, personal and
professional growth.
• Monthly Webinars
• Access toEspyr’s mobile appthat canbe downloadedfor free onthe Apple Store or Google Play.

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Drug and Alcohol Education Programs
and Assistance Available
A combination of several campus offices will provide assistance or act as a
referring agency for Columbus Technical College. Included inthe campus
efforts to assist those with substance abuse problems isthe CARE Center.
The CARE Center (counseling services) located in Carl Patrick Hall, Room
600 and can be reached by dialing 706-649-1938,
CARECenter@columbustech.edu. The CARE Center offers a structured,
comprehensive academic and personal support system for all students.
The staff provide a full range of academic, personal, and career
counseling. The counselor serves as administrator / facilitator of the
AlcoholEdu program. Additionally, the CARE Center staff work very closely
with other offices on campus to support students and maintain a listing of
referral agencies for off-campus resources when such assistance ismore
appropriate.
AlcoholEdu is an interactive online program designed to reduce the
negative consequences of alcohol amongst students. All new students are
introduced to the AlcoholEdu program during New Student Orientation.
This program is apart of the First Semester Seminar Course, required for
all students’ curriculum.
Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates is an engaging online,
research-based program that provides a unique learning experience
regarding important prevention skills and strategies for our students. You
will learn about healthy relations, the importance of consent and being a
good communicator, and the many ways you can help create the safe,
positive campus you want to be a part of.

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Academic Support Labs
Hours forall AcademicSupportLabs:
Monday throughThursday
8:30 AMto 6:30 PM(Hourssubjecttochange)
Math Support Lab
The Math SupportLabisavailabletoall currentstudents,adulteducationstudent, and
applicants.Tutorsare onhandtohelpwithcritical thinkingandmathematical skillsin
anyclass.
The Math SupportLabislocatedinP- 603 inPatrickHall.
Call 706.641.4176 forhoursor email:math@columbustech.edutosetupan
appointment.
Online Resources
 Accounting
 LearningSupportCenterResourcesforAccounting
 Drillsandquizzesforawide range of topics
Science Support Lab
The Science SupportLabishere tohelpstudentsgetcomfortable withscience through
individualizedandgrouptutoring, connectingtoonlinecourse supportmaterials,
developingeffective studyskillsforscience lecturesandlabs,andconnectingwithfellow
studentsatColumbusTechnical College.
The Science SupportLabishome tofouradvancedZSPACEInteractive3DComputers.
These are preloadedwithsoftwareforPhysics,A&PI&II, Biology, andMicrobiology.
The Science SupportLabisalsohome to3 Interactive Whiteboardsthatcanbe usedfor
practicingmemorizationof AnatomyandPhysiologyby writingonthe screenin
interactivediagrams, watchingvideolectures,andusingInteractive humanbodymodels.
The Science Support Lab Provides Tutoring For
 ALHS 1011
BIOL 1111 & 1112
BIOL 2113 & 2114
 BIOL 2117
CHEM 1211 & 1212
 Andtheirrespectivelabs
The Science SupportLabislocatedin
room506 of PatrickHall.
Call 706.225.0523 or email:
ssl@columbustech.edu.
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Computer Support Lab
The CLICK Student Computer Lab provides all of thefollowing services:
 Basic Computer Skills Tutoring (Basic Use, Basic File Management, BasicInternet and
Microsoft Office)
 Peer to Peer Tutoring
 COMP 1000 / SEMN 1000 Assistance
 Help students learn how to properly use their electronicdevices for educational
purposes; laptops, tablet, smart phones, etc.
 Assist with Blackboard® (learning management system) Challenges.
 Aid with project in programrelatedcourses that require advanced technology skills
(i.e. digital portfolios, web page development, etc.)
 Embedded Computer Support Aides in all Academic Support Labs (Math, Writing,
Science, etc.)
 New Technology available for Student Use, Ipads, Smartboards, Zspace 3D
computers, Laptops, Thin Client Server Based PCs, etc.)
The CLICK Lab is located in room P-132 in Patrick Hall.
Call 706.641.5020for hours of operation.
Writing Support Lab
The Writing Support Lab is another resource for all current Columbus Tech Students. Experts will
help with writing or reading assignments for any class as well as provide one-on-one tutoring and
instruction.
The Writing Lab is located in P- 602 in Patrick Hall.
Call 706.649.1728for hours or email: writing@columbustech.edu.
What we can do:
 Help plan essays based on the assignment instructions
 Brainstorm ideas to get started on an assignment
 Review your draft for organization, focus, and good researchmethods
 Teach how to avoid plagiarism by using correct research and documentation techniques
 Identify grammaticalerrorscommon to writing
 Assist with MLA, APA, and Turabian/ Chicago style
 Demonstratecriticalreading skills
 Encouragethe enjoyment of writing and discovering personal writing processes
What we don’t do:
 We WILL NOT proofread or “fix” your paper for you.
 We WILL NOT tell you what gradewe think your assignment will earn in your class

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Smarthinking® Online Tutoring Services
Free Smarthinking® OnlineTutoring Services providethequality academic help students need,
when, where, and how you need it!
With onlinetutoring services fromSmarthinking®,students geton-demand,individual instruction
and supportfromexpert onlinetutors across awidevariety of subjects—frombeginner to
advanced,up to 24 hours a day via Smartphone/ Tablet(IOS,Android),Laptop, Desktop PC.
Student success isour main focus.That’s why our tutors consistof a diversegroup of educators
and professionals with nineyears of experience,on average.In fact,90%of Smarthinking® tutors
go through an intensivetrainingand certification program,specificto virtual classrooms and one-
on-oneinstruction.
Tutors areavailableto help with the followingtopics:
Business
 Accounting
 Economics
 Finance
 Statistics
CareerWriting
 Resumes and Cover Letters
 Career WritingLiveCoaching
 Business Writing
 InterviewPractice
Computersand Technology
 Introductions to Computer Science
 MicrosoftOfficeSuite:Access,Excel,
Power- Point,Word
 Adobe Suite: Illustrator,InDesign,
Photoshop
 Popular ProgrammingLanguages:
 C++, C#, Python
 Web Layout & Design:CSS & HTML
 Web Development: JavaScriptSQL&
PHP
 OperatingSystems: Windows 7/10 &
Linux
Science
Biology
Chemistry
 Introduction to Human
Anatomy and Physiology
 Organic Chemistry
 Physics
Spanish
Mathematics and Statistics
 Algebra
 Basic Math
 Bilingual Math (English/Spanish)
 Calculus
 Geometry
 Liberal Arts Math
 Statistics
 Trigonometry
Writing
 Pre-WritingTechniques
 Research Strategies
 Research Strategies
 Documentation
 Grammar and Mechanics
 Paragraph,Standard Essay,or
Long Essay Reviewvia Writing
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Smarthinking® (Continued)
How to Access Smarthinking® Services
1) Log in to Blackboard
2) Scroll down to My Organizations
3) Select/Clickon AcademicSupportServices(STUDENTS)
4) Select / Click on thework“Smarthinking”located in thecolumn /menu on theleft
5) You will beasked to Launch LTILink.Select/ Click thebutton on theright“Launch”
6) Smarthinking® willdo a “SystemCheck”then automatically log you in.Bepatient
fora momenthere.
7) Afteryou’relogged in therewill be a pop-up askingyou to “generatea token ID”.
This is only required if you are using the Smartphone / Tablet Mobile App.
8) Select / Click “AskMe Later”if notusing themobileapp.
9) You can now getfreereviewsof yourpapersand fullservicetutoring in a variety of
subjectswith a MastersLevelTutor!

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Health Care Programs
Competitive Admission Process:
The competitive admission processfor each programisbased on a rankingsystem.Rankings are
awarded in relation to:
1. Required standardized admission testingscores (Accuplacer test).
2. Designated prerequisitecoursegrades (indicated with *on each sequence sheet).
3. Special acceptancetesting(ADN only);or TEAS pre-entrance exam(LPN only)
NOTE: You may be admitted to HCA/HCS with a standardized test score(ieAccuplacer) lower
than what is required by your program.If so,you will need to retake the admission testprior to
the competitive admission process.Reviewthe Required Program Scores to see minimum
Accuplacer scores foradmission into each program.
There are between six and eight information sessions for Healthcare Related students
everysemester.Please checkyouremail,campusmonitors,andflyerspostedoncampus.
You may also call Tiffany McDole at 706.225.0502 for more information.

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Who is eligible forFinancial Aid?
Financial Aid
Financial Aid is available to qualified students from a varietyof
federal and state sources. Students receiving any Federal and/or
Statefinancial aid will be required to maintain a cumulative grade
point averageof 2.0and complete at least 66.66 percent
(cumulative) of the scheduled credits for each term. Students
receiving theHOPE Scholarship arerequired to maintain a
minimum gradepoint averageof 3.0 at certaincheckpoints. Those
earning the HOPE Grant/Zell Miller Grant must maintain a 2.0on
HOPE paid hours.
Students areineligible for any financial aid (federal or state)if they are:
 In default on a previous educational loan or owe a refund on any grant
 Enrolled as an unclassified student or special admit
 Enrolled in a business and industry training center course or any course that does not lead
to a degree, diploma, or certificate
How do I find sources of funding?
Students wishing to apply for assistance should review the Financial Aid Programs availableby
visiting http://www.columbustech.edu and click on:
 Financial Services
 Financial Aid
 Financial Aid Programs
How Do I Apply?
Fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online for all federal and state
financial aid at www.fafsa.gov.
For more information, please call 706.649.1859.
Verification Worksheets
If your federal student aid application has been selected for review, the verification
worksheets are availableto download in pdf format:
Verification Worksheet for Dependent and/orIndependent
Students: http://www.columbustech.eduand click on:
 Financial Services
 Financial Aid
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Financial Aid (Continued)
Private Loans
COMPANY WEBSITE PHONE
Sallie Mae
http://go.salliemae.com/schoolapply/?
InstID=00562400& loan program= SOSL &InstLndrID=900905
800.722.1300
Regions Bank http://www.regions.com/smart 800.858.7822
Student Access Loan
(GeorgiaStudent
FinanceCommission)
Georgia Student Access Loan
800.505.GSFC
or
770.724.9000
Naval Federal Credit
Union
Navyfederal.org
1-888-842-6328
 ColumbusTechnical College doesnotendorseorsupportany specificlenderorstudent
loanprogram/ product.
 Studentsare free toborrowfromanylendertheychoose.
 If studentschoose aloanoptionthatisnotlistedabove,theyshouldcontactthe lender
directlytodetermine the applicationprocess.The lenderwilldisbursethe fundstothe
studentandnotColumbusTechnical College.
Veterans Benefits
Eligibleveteranscanprocessapplicationsthroughtheirlocal orregional Veterans
Administrationoffice.ColumbusTechnical Collegehasapplicationsandacounselor
availabletoassistapplicantsfilingforbenefits. The VeteransAffairsofficeislocatedinthe
W.G. Hartline Building, Room151-A.
Call 706.641.5239 or706.649.1458 formore information.
The MontgomeryGIBill providesbenefitstoveterans,service members, andsome
dependents.Findmore informationbyvisitingthe U.S.Departmentof VeteransAffairsGI
Bill website atwww.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.

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Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act
As a ColumbusTechnical College(CTC) student,youmaybe eligible foradditional financial
assistance throughthe Workforce InnovationandOpportunityAct(WIOA),afederal
program that assistsstudentsinselectprogramswithschool-relatedexpenses.WIOA
providesfinancial assistance fortuition,booksandfees,anddirecttrainingcostssuchas,
requiredmaterials,tools,equipmentanduniformsneededtocomplete anapprovedtraining
program.
WIOA trainingfundsare designedtoserve unemployedandunder-employedadults,
dislocatedadults,andyouthwhoare inneedof jobskillstrainingtoenterorre-enterthe
workforce.The fundsare coordinatedwithPELLand HOPE.WIOA is not an entitlement
program.Servicesare baseduponavailabilityof programfundingandeligibilityand
appropriatenessof services.WIOA fundingthroughColumbusTechnical Collegeisprovided
for eligible residentsof the LowerChattahoocheeWorkforce DevelopmentArea14which
includesChattahoochee,Clay,Harris,Muscogee,Quitman,Randolph,Stewart,andTalbot
Counties.If youhave beendisplaced/laid-off fromaGeorgiacompany,residencywiththe
above listedcountiesdoesnotapply.
The WIOA office islocatedinthe W.G.Hartline Building,Room156-B.Call 706-649-1856 for
more informationorto schedule anappointmentforeligibilityscreening.

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Disability Services
ColumbusTechnical College DisabilityServicesprovidesqualityservice to
each studentwithadiagnoseddisabilitythroughappropriatemodificationof
college policies, practicesandprocedures. It’sthe missionof thisoffice to
ensure thateverystudentwithadisabilityhasanequal opportunityto
benefitfromcollege programs.Personal independenceandresponsibilityon
the part of the studentare emphasizedinthe provisionof theirservices.
Thisoffice islocatedinthe Hartlinebuilding,room163.
Hours are Monday- Thursday7:30 AM– 6:00 PM.
Call 706.649.1442 or706.649.1533 formore informationortoscheduletime witha
counselor.
Studentswhorequestaccommodationstocoursesoractivitiesshouldprovide
appropriate documentationof theirdisabilitytothe DisabilityServicesoffice.If the
accommodationisjustifiedbythe documentationandisreasonable forthe College to
provide, we willworkwiththe studentandcollegepersonneltofacilitate.The
documentationandaccommodationrequestsmustbe submittedasearlyaspossible. All
documentationprovidedwill be keptconfidential.
Accommodations include, but are not limited to:
 Career Advising
 Interpreter services for the deaf or hearing impaired (advance notice is required)
 Visual aids
 AssistiveTechnology
 Assistance with registration
 Voice recorders and batteries for use in classrooms
 Extended testing time
 Textbook in alternative format
 Braille Services

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Special Populations
Special Populations,asdefinedby the Carl D.PerkinsCareerandTechnical Education
ImprovementActof 2006 (PerkinsAct) are:
 Single Parents—Individuals who have primary or joint custody for a dependent child,
divorced,widowed, legallyseparated, ornevermarried.AlsoSingle andpregnant.
o Displaced Homemakers—Individuals who have cared for a home and family
without pay; who have been financially supported by another family member in
the past; whois unemployedor underemployedandhavingdifficultyinobtaining
and upgrading employment or who has custody of a child with less than two
years remaining to receive assistance from Title IV of the Social Security Act
o Economically Disadvantaged—Individuals from economically disadvantaged
families, including foster children. (Eligible from PELL Grant, or receiving federal
assistance such as Food Stamps, TANF and/or Medicaid)
o LimitedEnglishProficiency—
o Individualswhosenative language isotherthanEnglish
o FREE EnglishLanguage Acquisition(ELA) orEnglishasasecondLanguage (ESL)
classes
o CAPACIDADESLIMITADASEN INGLESLas personascuyalenguamaternal noseael
Inglés
 AdquieraclasesGRATISdelIdiomaInglés(ELL) oIngléscomoSegundoIdioma(ESL)
Community Resources
We offera communityresourceguidethatwe are happytoprovidetoanystudent,staff,faculty
memberoranyone whohasaninterest.If youprovideresourcesforourcommunity,andwould
like tobe listedhere,please email orcall ouroffice.Youcanfindresourcesforhealthcare, food
banks,servicesforchildcare,counseling,employmentservices,crisishotlines,substance abuse
services, housing,emergencyshelter,transportationandmuchmore!
For more information, contact
DawnEvans—Special ServicesCoordinator
706.649.7514
devans@columbustech.edu
The mission of Columbus Technical College’s Special Populations Program is to assist all students with
removing and/or overcoming academic, career, andeconomic barriers. The program assures Special
Population Students equal access to recruitment, enrollment, job placement activities and
the full rangeof technicaleducation programsand activities.

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Opportunities Abound in Non-traditional Fields
The term “Non-traditional fields” means occupations or fields of work for which
individuals from one gender comprise less than 25 percent of the individuals
employed in each such occupation or field of work. (Perkins IV definitions)
Promoting high-wage, high demand and high-skilled careeropportunities opens
doors for every individual. Working in a non-traditional field brings diversity to
the workforce, as well as provides you an opportunity to earn a higher wage and
create greater job satisfaction.
Males represent less than 25% of the occupations listed below in the United
States https://www.dol.gov/wb/stats/TraditionalOccupations.pdf
Females represent less than 25% of the occupations listed below in the United
States https://www.dol.gov/wb/stats/Nontraditional%20Occupations.pdf
Columbus Technical College offers a wide variety of programs for students
interested in nontraditional careers found at the link below:
https://www.columbustech.edu/academics/programs-of-study.cms
What Services Are Available
 Personal, Career and Admissions Guidance
 Workshops including Academic and Life Skills Seminars
 Community Resource Referrals
 Guidance in locating the appropriate Columbus Technical College resources
For more information contact Dawn Evans, Special Services Coordinator
706.649.7514 devans@columbustech.edu

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The Campus Store
The Campus Store is your one stop shop for ColumbusTechnical College textbooks and
gear, supplies, food, drinks and gift items. Conveniently located in Room 409 of Patrick
Hall, the Campus Store has been serving our students and faculty since 2010.
Students have the OPTIONto charge purchases against their PELL
award after the Drop/Addperiod.
Store Hours
Monday- Thursday:8AM- 6PM
Telephone: 706.649.1850

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The Academic Advisement Center (AAC)’s Personal Program Planner
The Academic Advisement Center advises all “NewStudents” and “Provisionally Admitted”students
(students takingany Learning SupportCourses).Advisors will assistthesestudents in selectingthe
appropriateProgramof Study,navigating thecollegewebsite,formulating an academic plan with the
appropriatecoursesequence,and answeringquestions/ resolvingissues with onlineregistration.
Regular Admitstudents should meet with their ProgramManagers for advisement.Contact
information for your ProgramManagers can beobtained for theColumbus Technical Collegewebsite,
or you may reach them by callingthenumber for the school from the Directory on page 3.
Student Name: Student #
Programof Study:
Advisor / Program Manager: OfficeRoom#
Advisor email: Advisor Phone#:
1st Semester Term
Credit
Hours Grade QualityPoints GPA
Totals:
2nd Semester
Totals:
3rd Semester
Totals:

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Notes:
4th Semester Term Credit Grade QualityPoints GPA
Totals:
5th Semester
Totals:
6th Semester
Totals:

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StudentOrganizations
The AmericanWeldingSocietyhashadanactive
charterat ColumbusTechnical Collegesince1971.
Activitiesinthisorganizationare coordinatedby
the WeldingandJoiningTechnologyDepartment.
The purpose of thisorganizationistoprovidereliableupdatedinformationonthe
technologyof weldingaswell astopromote communityinvolvement,instillcharacter, and
to developawell-roundedindividual.Membershipinthe AmericanWeldingSocietyisopen
to studentsinthe WeldingandJoiningTechnologyprogram.
International StudentsAssociationThisorganizationisopenedtoall
registeredstudentswhoidentifythemselvesasmulticulturalandare
classifiedasacademic,professional,cultural,international, and/or
religious.Theywillcommittothe visionof the organizationby
establishingclear, relevantgoalsandexpectationsforall members;
establishingclearlinesof communicationbetweengroupmembers,
ColumbusTechnical Collegeandthe community;aswell ascreate a
level of trustanddeveloppositive interdependenceamonggroup
members.
National Technical HonorSociety: The purpose of thisorganizationis
to promote service, leadership,honesty, andcareerdevelopment;to
encourage andassiststudenteducationandcareergoal setting;to
promote astrongerlinkagebetweenlocaltechnical institutionsand
businessandindustry;andtopromote the image of technical
educationinAmerica. Membershipisopentoall studentswhomeet
the followingcriteria:overallgrade pointaverageof 3.5or higher(no
exceptions), successful completionof the equivalentof twoquarters
withat least18 semesterhours, andrecommendationbyaninstructor
The purpose of Phi BetaLambdaistoprovide opportunitiesfor
postsecondarystudentstodevelopbusiness-relatedcareer
competencies. Phi BetaLambdaisanintegral partof the instructional
programand promotesasense of civicandpersonalresponsibility.
One goal of Phi BetaLambda isto strengthenthe confidenceof
studentsinthemselvesandtheirworkaswell asassistingtheminthe
establishmentof occupationalgoals.Phi BetaLambdaisopento
studentsinthe businessstudiesof Management, Accounting,and
BusinessEducation.

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SkillsUSAisa national organizationserving more than300,000
highschool students,collegestudents, andprofessional members.
One purpose of SkillsUSAistodevelopleadershipabilitiesthrough
participationineducational,vocational,civic,recreational,and
social activities. SkillsUSA membersdevelopintowell-rounded
people withtechnical,academic,andemployabilityskillsimportant
to gettingajobandhavinga successful career. SkillsUSA
membershipisopentostudentsinall programareas.
The StudentLeadershipCouncil (SLC) isa unitof the Georgia Student
GovernmentAssociation.SGA isthe bodyof officersandrepresentatives
that oversee the studentactivityfundsof eachtechnical school anddecide
how the fundswill be usedanddistributedforthe studentbody.The SGA
arrangesactivitiesforthe studentstopromote networking,career
preparation,andenjoymentof school life.
Student Veteran Association (SVA) is an organization providing military
veterans with resources, support, and advocacy needed to succeed in higher
education and future employment. Columbus Technical College currently has 69
active students that are currently registered for SVA. All active duty, retired,
reserve and dependents of Soldiers are eligible to join this organization.
LambdaEpsilonChi isthe national honorsocietyfoundedbythe American
AssociationforParalegal Education.ColumbusTechnical College became an
official chapterof thissocietyinlate 2013, makingLEXthe College’snewest
studentorganization.Studentsmustmeethighacademiccriteriaandare
recognizedthroughaformal ceremonythatincludesacertificateof
inductionandaspecial pin.
The Columbus Technical CollegeGamer Club is a very active
student club thatmeets from 3:30pmto 8:30pm on Tuesdays and
Thursdays in theGamer Lab (Library RoomL714). The purposeof
the club is to providea safeand comfortableenvironmentfor
students to game together, to help market the collegeand its
programs,and to encourageinterest in computer skills(afocus of
our QEP “CLICK”). If you’reinterested in Gamingyou definitely
want to come by and check us out, I think you’ll havea greattime
and hopefully makea friend or two.
For additional information,pleasecontacttheOfficeofRecruitment& StudentActivities at
706.649.1893

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Distance Education
The goal of OnlineLearningistoprovide aconvenientalternativetothe traditional oncampus
methodof instruction.Onlinelearningprovidesthe studentwiththe flexibilitytopursuean
educationaroundthe challengesof everydaylife.Whileconvenientforthe student, online learning
maintainsthe same level of rigorasitson-campuscounterpart.
ColumbusTechnical College providesonline learningbothbythe course andbythe program.Each
semester,the College offersaselectionof onlinecoursesspanningall the schools.The offeringsallow
studentstomix traditionalandonline coursestocompleteacademicprograms.The College alsooffers
a selectgroupof academicprogramsthatcanbe takentotallyonline.These programsare atthe
degree, diploma,andtechnical certificatelevels.
SmarterMeasure (An Online Readiness Self-Assessment)
SmarterMeasure isaweb-basedtool whichassessesalearner’slikelihoodforsucceedinginan
online educationprogram.Itindicatesthe degreetowhichanindividual student
possessesattributes, skillsandknowledge thatcontribute tosuccessinonlineeducation.
(Note:Completingthe SmarterMeasure assessmentoftenhelpsstudentsbe more successfulwhen
takingonline classes, bymakingthemmore aware of the skillsandhabitstheywill needtosucceed.)
The linktoSmarterMeasure is:
http://columbustech.smartermeasure.com/assessment.personalinfo.Once you
accessthe assessment, youwillcreate yourpersonal account.

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Income (after tax & health insurance) $1000
Savings interestearned $ 4
Total Income $1004
Fixed Expenses
Housing/Utilities $350
Telephone $ 30
Transportation $200
Credit/Student Loan $100
Savings $ 71
Total Fixed Expenses $751
Variable Expenses
Clothing/PersonalCare $ 50
Food $110
HouseholdSupplies $ 25
Medicine/Health Supplies $ 18
Entertainment $ 50
Total Variable Expenses $253
Total Expenses $1004
Comparison
Total Cash Available $1004
Less Total Expenses $1004
Cash Balance $ 0
Fiscal Responsibility
Learning to manage your personal financial responsibilities is an important component of
your success. It doesn’t happen by accident. Here is a sample budget to give you an idea
of how to plan and execute your financial goals.
Sample Budget
Sonny Cruz,a full-timetour guide, has an annual salary of $15,000.After he pays his taxes and health insurance,
his annual salary is$12,000.This is whatSonny's monthly budgetlooks like:

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JULY 2020
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
Web
Registration
Fall 2020
2 3 4
Student Break / Holiday – No Classes
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13
New Student
Orientation
14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30 31

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AUGUST 2020
1
2 3 4 5
Summer
Semester Ends
6 7 8
9 10 11 12 13
Fall Early
Registration
Ends.
14
New Student
Orientation
15
No Classes for Students – College is Open
16 17 18 19 20
Payment
Deadline for
Pre-Registered
Students
21 22
No Classes for Students – College is Open
23 24
Fall Semester
Begins
25 26 27 28 29
30 31

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SEPTEMBER 2020
1 2 3 4 5
6 7
State
Holiday –
College is
Closed
8 9 10 11
Payment
Deadlinefor
Late
Registered /
Drop & Add
Students
12
13 14 15 16
Scholarship
Event!
17 18 19
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
27 28
Begin Early
Registration
for Spring
Semester
29 30

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OCTOBER 2020
1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15
POT 3 /
B-Term
begins
16 17
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28
Payment
Deadlinefor
POT 3/
B Term
29 30 31

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NOVEMBER 2020
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
Student Holiday
State Holiday –
College is Closed
29 30

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DECEMBER 2020
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10
Fall Semester
ends
GRADUATION!
11 12
13 14
New Student
Orientation
15 16 17 18 19
Student Holiday – NO CLASSES 12/14/2020 through 12/31/2020
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
Student Holiday – NO CLASSES 12/14/2020 through 12/31/2020
College Closed from 12:00 pm 12/23/2020 through 01/01/2021
27 28 29 30 31
Student Holiday – NO CLASSES
College Closed from 12:00 pm 12/23/2020 through 01/01/2021

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JANUARY 2021
1 2
Student Holiday
3 4 5 6 7
Payment
Deadline for
Pre-Registration
8 9
Student Holiday
10 11
Spring
Semester
begins
12 13 14 15 16
17 18
State
Holiday–
College is
CLOSED
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 26 27
Payment
Deadline for
Late Registration
/ Drop & Add
28 29 30
31

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FEBRUARY 2021
1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28

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MARCH 2021
1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8
Part of Term
III/
B-Term
begins
9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19
Professional
Development/
PlanningDay
for Faculty &
Staff
NO CLASSES
20
21 22 23 24
Payment
Deadline for
POT III/
B-Term
25 26 27
28 29 30 31
Spring Break for Students – NO CLASSES
College is OPEN

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APRIL 2021
1 2 3
SpringBreak for Students –
NO CLASSES –
College is OPEN
4 5
Early
Registration
for Summer
Semester
begins
6 7 8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26
Early
Registration
for Fall
Semester begins
27 28 29 30

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MAY 2021
1
2 3 4
Spring
Semester Ends
5
New Student
Orientation &
Registration
6
Early
Registrationfor
Summer
Semester Ends
7 8
9 10 11 12 13
Payment
Deadline for
Early
Registration
14 15
Student Holiday – NO CLASSES - College is OPEN
16 17
Summer
Semester
Begins
18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30 31
State Holliday
College is
CLOSED

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JUNE 2021
1 2 3
PaymentDeadline
for Late
Registration/
Drop & Add
Graduation!
4 5
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
27 28 29 30
Student
Holiday

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Test-Taking Strategies
For True/FalseTests:
 Choose “True”onlyif youare certainthatthe entire statementistrue.
 Anabsolute statementisusuallyfalse.
 A qualifiedstatementisusuallytrue.
 Be verycareful whenastatementcontainsanegative wordsuchasnotor a negative
prefix suchasun as in the wordunfriendly.
 Whena statementcontainstwonegative wordsand/orprefixes,crossoutboth.
MultipleChoiceTests
 Circle importantwords.
 Readall the answerchoicesbefore selectingone.
 Crossout answerchoicesyouare sure are notcorrect.
 Lookfor twoanswerchoicesthatare opposites.One of these islikelycorrect.
 Lookfor hintsaboutthe correctanswerchoice intheotheritemsonthe test.
 Lookfor answerscontaininglanguageusedbyyourteacherorfoundinyourtext.
 Do not change yourinitialanswerunlessyouare sure anotheranswerchoiceisright.
 Choose “all of the above”if youare certainall answerchoicesinthe itemare correct.
 Choose “none of the above”if youare certainall otheranswerchoicesinthe itemare
incorrect.
Studying for Tests with Essay Questions
Lookat all of the chapters/notesthatthe testwill cover. Lookforthemesandprocesses.
Findquestionsthatmighteasilybe splitintoequalparts.Manyteacherswill consider
awardingpartial creditif yougetpartof the processcorrect.
Lookat the concepts, the name ofthe sectionor chapter,or the titleofachart. Be readyto
explainthese conceptsinanorganizedway.
For Example:You’dlookbackatyourchapterandsee the chapteriscalled“Rocks”.Youalso
see thatthe chapterisbrokenupintothree sections.Yourememberone dayyoutooknotes
usingthe ChartingMethod,notingthe qualitiesof eachtype of rock.Youcouldinferthatyour
instructormightaskyouto:
Name the three types of rocks we discussed in class and describe the properties of each
and how theydiffer from each other.

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Note-Taking Skills
First, the Outline format:
I. Typesof Clouds
A. CumulusClouds
1. Puffy, white,looklike cotton
2. Low clouds
B. StratusClouds
1. Sheet-like cloud
2. Thick, gray, low cloud
C. CirrusClouds
1. Thin,wispyclouds
2. Highclouds,made of ice crystals
Now, the Cornell Two-ColumnSystem:
Section1 is for Note Taking.Don’t try to write word
for word.Listenforthe pointsyourinstructorseemsto
emphasize.
Section2 is the Cue column. You mightuse this
space to write questionsyouwanttoreturnto, or your
commentsto yourself thatwill helpyourememberthe
material.
Section3 is the Summarycolumn.You’ll use this
space to wrapup the lecture/readingmaterial.

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w/o without
w/i within
→ lead to
↑ increased
↓ decreased
Note-Taking Skills (Continued)
The Mapping Formatisa goodchoice forthose wholearnbestwithvisuals. Itmaybe adifficult
formatto use duringalecture, butafteralecture,whenyou’re tryingtounderstandthe concept
that waspresented, the Mappingsystemisagoodwaytoorganize andpresentthe information
clearly.
Thismethodisalsoa greattool touse when
youhave to brainstormtowrite andorganizea
paper.
The Charting Format isanother goodwayto organize alotof
material:ThisisaboutU.S.Presidentsinthe 20thcentury:
Don’t use complete sentences. Use shortcuts like:
+ / & and
= equals
# number
x times
w/ with
President Name Party Term / Year
TheodoreRoosevelt Progressive 1901—1909
WilliamH.Taft Republican 1909—1913
WoodrowWilson Democrat 1913—1921
Warren G.Harding Republican 1921—1923
Calvin Coolidge Republican 1923—1929

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Student Fees
Mandatory Fees In-State Out-of-State International
Tuition (per semester hour) $100.00 $200.00 $400.00
Activity Fee $45.00 $45.00 $45.00
RegistrationFee $50.00 $50.00 $50.00
Technology and Instructional
SupportFee
$105.00 $105.00 $105.00
AccidentInsurance $6.00 $6.00 $6.00
Special Instructional Fee $55.00 $55.00 $55.00
Tutorial AssistanceFee $35.00 $35.00 $35.00
Campus Safety Fee $25.00 $25.00 $25.00
Other Fees:
Replacement Parking Decal $20.00 $20.00 $20.00
TranscriptFee $7.50 $7.50 $7.50
Student I.D.Badge $5.00 $5.00 $5.00
Retest Fee (per section) $15.00 $15.00 $15.00
DiplomaReplacement $25.00 $25.00 $25.00
Exemption Test 25%of tuition for the
course
25%of tuition for the
course
25%of tuition for the
course
Refunds:
Students must be formally dropped fromclassto receivea refund.Itis thestudent’s responsibility to insure
the withdrawal is completed.The lastday to withdrawwith a refund is noted in the Registrar’s registration
calendar.PleaseseetheColumbus Technical CollegeStudent Handbook and Catalog for completerefund
procedures.Refunds aregranted for only the first15 hours of tuition.

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Frequently Asked Questions:
 What if I’m not sure about my Careerchoice / Program of study? Drop by the CARE
Centerand take an Interestprofiler.Thisinterestandaptitude inventorywill giveyou
insight into areas in which you may be best suited.
 How do I change my major? To change your major, goto Room 161 in the Hartline
Building.
 Where doI buymy books?OurCampusStore islocatedinPatrick Hall in room409. If
youpurchase yourmaterialsfromourCampusStore, youmaycharge yourbooksand
suppliesagainstyourPELLawardafterthe Drop/Addperiodisover.
 Whois myAdvisor?If youare a new or ProvisionallyAdmittedstudent,youradvisor
isin the AcademicAdvisementCenter(AAC) inPatrickHall, Room200.Once you’re a
RegularAdmitstudent(nolongerinanyprovisionalcourses), yourprogrammanager
will be youradvisor.The AACcantell youyouradvisor’sname andcontactinformation.
 Where doI getmy StudentID / Parkingpermit?StudentID’sare issuedinthe AAC,
PatrickHall,Room200. Parkingdecalsare available fromtheCTCPolice Office,located
inPatrickHall,Room206, across fromthe StudentCenter. The firstpermitisfree.
 Where canI park?You can park in the parking areasmarked StudentParking.Please
do notpark inanyVisitor,Faculty, orReservedparkingspaces.Similarly,Handicapped
parkingspacesare foruse bythe personforwhomthe permitwasissued. Unpaid
parkingticketscanpreventyoufrombeingable toregisterforclasses.
 Whocan helpifI’m havingtrouble loggingin? Visitthe CLICKLabinPatrick Hall,Room
132!
 How oftendoI needtoapplyfor Financial Aid?Your FAFSA is goodfor one fiscal year,
July1st toJune 30th. Youshouldupdate yourFAFSA sometime inthe springafter
you’ve filedyourtaxes.

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Important Phone Numbers
General Information……………………………………………………………………………………..……..……………. 706.649.1800
School of General Studies…………………………………………………………………………………..……………… 706.649.1924
School of Business……………………………………………………………………………………..……….…….………. 706.649.1814
School of Health Sciences……………………………………………………………………………..…..………………. 706.225.0503
School of Professional & Technical Services………………………………………………..………………...….. 706.649.5128
Academic Advisement Center…………………………………………………………………………..…………..…… 706.649.1113
Admissions…………………………………………………………………………………………..…………….…………….… 706.649.1847
BusinessOffice………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………..…. 706.649.1850
Bookstore (Campus Store) ………………………………………………………………………….……..………..……. 706.649.1850
CareerServicesCenter…………………………………………………………………………….….….………..………... 706.649.1055
CARE Center…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..….. 706.649.7512
Cashier, BusinessOffice………………………………………………………………………………………………....…. 706.649.1259
706.649.1310
CLICK Lab…………………………………………………………………….…………….………………………………………. 706.641.5020
Financial Aid…………………………………………………………………………….……………………………………….. 706.649.1859
Library……………………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………… 706.649.1852
Lost & Found……..………………….…………………………………………………………………..……………………… 706.649.1933
Math Support Lab………………………………………………………………………………….………………………….. 706.641.4196
Registrar………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………………………… 706.649.1857
SecurityOffice………………………………………………………………………………………..………………………….. 706.649.1933
Science Support Lab…………………………………………………………………………………………….……………. 706.225.0523
StudentActivities……………………………………………………………………………………..……………………….. 706.649.1893
Veterans’ Affairs……………………………………………………………………………………….……………..…………. 706.649.1458
Workforce Development Services……………………………………………………….……………….……………. 706.649.1931
Workforce Innovation Opportunities Act – WIOA……………………………………….……..……………….706.649.1856
WritingSupport Lab……………………………………………………………………………………….……….…………. 706.649.1728

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