Associate Degrees
- Accounting Degree
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The Accounting Associate Degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for a variety of careers in accounting in today€™s technology-driven workplaces. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Program graduates receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester Credit Hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENG 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences XXX xxx Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics - Select 1 MATH 1100 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning 3 MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts XXX xxx Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 Program-Specific Requirements XXX xxx General Core Elective 3 Occupational Courses ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I 4 BUSN 1440 Document Production 4 COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 ACCT 1105 Financial Accounting II 4 Accounting Elective 3 hrs 3 ACCT 1110 Managerial Accounting 3 ACCT 1115 Computerized Accounting 3 ACCT 1120 Spreadsheet Applications 4 Specific Occupational-Guided Elective 3 hrs 3 ACCT 1125 Individual Tax Accounting 3 Elective 3 hrs 3 Specific Occupational-Guided Elective 3 hrs 3 ACCT 1130 Payroll Accounting 3 Accounting Electives 6 hrs. 6 Total Hours for Graduation 64
- Aviation Maintenance Technology Degree
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The Aviation Maintenance Technology degree program is intended to provide students with an introduction to the occupational area of aviation maintenance as currently understood and practiced by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mechanic certificate holders with airframe and/or power plant ratings. In addition, the combined power plant and airframe curriculum is designed to provide students with the technical knowledge and skills required to diagnose problems and repair aircraft power plants, both reciprocating and turbine, their systems and components; and airframes, both metal and wood, their systems and components. Satisfactory completion of all program courses entitles students to participate in FAA power plant and airframe examinations and certification processes.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester Credit Hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences XXX XXX Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics - Select 1 MATH 1100 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts XXX XXX Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 Program-Specific Requirements XXX XXX General Core Elective 3 Occupational Courses AVMT 1000 Aviation Mathematics 2 AVMT 1010 Aircraft Maintenance Regulations 2 AVMT 1020 Aircraft Applied Sciences I 5 AVMT 1025 Aircraft Applied Sciences II 4 AVMT 1030 Aircraft Electricity and Electronics 5 AVMT 1210 Aviation Physics 2 AVMT 2010 Aircraft Airframe Structures 2 AVMT 2020 Airframe Sheet Metal and Non-Metallic Structures 5 AVMT 2030 Airframe Welding 1 AVMT 2040 Airframe Assembly and Rigging 2 AVMT 2060 Aircraft Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems 2 AVMT 2070 Aircraft Landing Gear Systems 3 AVMT 2095 Aircraft Communication and Navigation Systems 2 AVMT 2080 Aircraft Environmental Control Systems 3 AVMT 2085 Aircraft Fuel and Instrument Systems 3 AVMT 2090 Aircraft Electrical Systems 4 AVMT 2210 Reciprocating Engine Powerplants I 3 AVMT 2050 Airframe Inspection 4 AVMT 2220 Reciprocating Engine Powerplants II 5 AVMT 2230 Gas Turbine Powerplants I 3 AVMT 2240 Gas Turbine Powerplants II 3 AVMT 2260 Aircraft Engine Fuel and Fuel Metering Systems 5 AVMT 2270 Powerplant Instruments, Fire Protection and Electrical Systems 3 AVMT 2275 Powerplant Ignition and Starting Systems 4 AVMT 2280 Aircraft Powerplant Accessory Systems 3 AVMT 2285 Aircraft Propeller Systems 3 AVMT 2250 Aircraft Engine Inspection 1 COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 Total Hours required for Graduation 102
- Business Administrative Technology Degree
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The Business Administrative Technology program is designed to prepare graduates for employment in a variety of positions in today€™s technology-driven workplaces. The Business Administrative Technology program provides learning opportunities, which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes the use of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications software. Students are also introduced to accounting fundamentals, electronic communications, internet research, and electronic file management. The program includes instruction in effective communication skills and terminology that encompasses office management and executive assistant qualification and technology innovations for the office. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of administrative technology. Graduates of the program receive a Business Administrative Technology, Associate of Applied Science degree.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester Credit Hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENG 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences XXX xxx Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics - Select 1 MATH 1100 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning 3 MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts XXX xxx Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 Program-Specific Requirements Occupational Courses COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 BUSN 1400 Word Processing Applications 4 BUSN 1430 Desktop Publishing and Presentation Applications 4 BUSN 1440 Document Production 4 BUSN 1190 Digital Technologies in Business 2 BUSN 1240 Office Procedures 3 BUSN 1410 Spreadsheet Concepts and Applications 4 BUSN 1420 Database Applications 4 BUSN 2160 Electronic Mail Applications 2 BUSN 2210 Applied Office Procedures 3 BUSN 2190 Business Document Proofreading and Editing 3 BUSN 2190 Principles of Management 3 Select ONE of the following ACCT 1100 Financial Accounting I 4 BUSN 2200 Office Accounting 4 Specific Occupational Guided Electives -- 6 hrs BUSN 1100 Introduction to Keyboarding 3 MGMT 1125 Business Ethics 3 MGMT 2215 Team Project 3 BUSN 1200 Machine Transcription 2 BUSN 1300 Introduction to Business 3 BUSN 2240 Business Administrative Assistant Internship I 4 BUSN 2250 Business Administrative Assistant Internship II 6 BUSN 1180 Computer Graphics and Design 3 BUSN 1220 Telephone Training 2 BUSN 1230 Legal Terminology 3 BUSN 1250 Records Management 3 BUSN 1310 Introduction to Business Culture 3 BUSN 1320 Business Interaction Skills 3 BUSN 1330 Personal Effectiveness 3 BUSN 1340 Customer Service Effectiveness 3 BUSN 2170 Web Page Design 2 BUSN 2180 Speed and Accuracy Keying 1 BUSN 2220 Legal Administrative Procedures 3 BUSN 2230 Office Management 3 BUSN 2300 Medical Terminology 2 BUSN 2310 Anatomy and Terminology for the Medical Administrative Assistant 3 BUSN 2320 Medical Document Processing/Transcription 4 BUSN 2350 Computerized Medical Office Skills 2 BUSN 2360 Acute Care Medical Transcription 4 BUSN 2370 Medical Office Billing/Coding/Insurance 3 BUSN 2340 Medical Administrative Procedures 4 BUSN 1210 Electronic Calculators 2 Credits Required for Graduation 64
- Computer Support Specialist
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The Computer Information Systems Computer Support Specialist program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking. Program graduates are qualified for employment as computer support specialist.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester Credit Hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences XXX xxx Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics - Select 1 MATH 1100 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning 3 MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts XXX xxxx Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 Program-Specific Requirements XXX xxxx General Core Elective 3 Occupational Courses COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 CIST 1001 Computer Concepts 4 CIS Operating Systems Course 3 Introductory Networking Class CIST 1401 Computer Networking Fundamentals 4 or CIST 2451 Cisco Network Fundamentals 4 CIS Database Elective Course CIS Guided Office Productivity Application Course CIS Elective 4 CIST 1122 Hardware Installation and Maintenance 4 CIST 1601 Information Security Fundamentals 3 CIS Elective 4 CIST 2921 IT Analysis, Design, and Project Management 4 CIS Elective 4 Credits Required for Graduation 62
- Criminal Justice Technology
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The Criminal Justice Technology associate degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for Criminal Justice professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of Criminal Justice theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Criminal Justice Technology associate degree. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. Entry-level persons will be prepared to pursue diverse opportunities in the corrections, security, investigative, and police administration fields. Completion of the Criminal Justice Technology associate degree does not ensure certification of officer status in Georgia. Students must seek such certification from the Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required Minimum: 15 Semester Credit Hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 Semester Credit Hours Choose one Social/Behavioral Sciences course 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics MATH 1100 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning 3 MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Area IV Humanities/Fine Arts 3 Semester Credit Hours XXX xxxx Choose one Humanities/Fine Arts course 3 Choose an additional course from Areas I, II, III or IV Select an additional course from Areas I, II, III, or IV 3 Occupational Courses CRJU 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 CRJU 1030 Corrections 3 CRJU 1040 Principles of Law Enforcement 3 CRJU 1400 Ethics and Cultural Perspectives for Criminal Justice 3 CRJU 2050 Criminal Procedure 3 CRJU 1068 Criminal Law for Criminal Justice 3 CRJU 2020 Constitutional Law for Criminal Justice 3 CRJU 2070 Juvenile Justice 3 Practicum or Internship CRJU 2090 Criminal Justice Practicum 3 CRJU 2100 Criminal Justice Externship 3 Occupational Electives: Select Five Courses, Minimum 15 Hours CRJU 1021 Private Security 3 CRJU 1050 Police Patrol Operations 3 CRJU 1052 Criminal Justice Administration 3 CRJU 1054 Police Officer Survival 3 CRJU 1056 Police Traffic Control and Investigation 3 CRJU 1065 Community-Oriented Policing 3 CRJU 1075 Report Writing 3 CRJU 2060 Criminology 3 CRJU 2201 Criminal Courts 3 CRJU 2110 Health & Life Safety for Basic Law Enforcement 3 LETA 1010 Ethics and Liability for Basic Law Enforcement 2 LETA 1012 Firearms Training for Basic Law Enforcement 2 LETA 1014 Emergency Vehicle Operations for Basic Law Enforcement 4 LETA 1016 Defensive Tactics for Basic Law Enforcement 4 LETA 1018 Probation and Parole 2 CRJU 1043 Introduction to Forensic Science 3 CRJU 1074 Applications in Introductory Forensics 3 CRJU 1063 Crime Scene Processing 3 CRJU 1062 Methods of Criminal Investigation 3 FOSC 1206 Introduction to Forensic Science 3 FOSC 2010 Crime Scene Investigation I 6 FOSC 2011 Crime Scene Investigation II 6 FOSC 2012 Forensic Trace Evidence 3 FOSC 2014 Documentation and Report Preparation 4 FOSC 2033 Death Investigation 3 FOSC 2035 Forensic Photography 4 FOSC 2037 Victimology 3 FOSC 2039 Computer Forensics 5 FOSC 2040 Forensic Firearms and Toolmark Identification 3 FOSC 2041 Latent Print Examination 4 FOSC 2150 Case Preparation and Courtroom Testimony 4 COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 Credits Required for Graduation 60
- Dental Hygiene
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The Dental Hygiene program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for positions in the dental profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Registered dental hygienists work in a variety of professional settings. The public is most familiar with dental hygienists in the private dental office, where they perform numerous critical services designed to detect and prevent diseases of the mouth. These include oral prophylaxis; examining the head, neck, and oral areas for signs of disease; educating patients about oral hygiene; taking or developing radiographs; and applying fluoride or sealants. In this setting, registered dental hygienists play a vital role in protecting the oral health of the American public. Program graduates receive a Dental Hygiene Associate of Applied Science degree.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 SPCH 1101 Public Speaking 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences PSYC 1101 Introductory Psychology 3 SOCI 1101 Introduction to Sociology 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics Mathematics Option MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 MATH 1100 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning 3 CHEM 1211 Chemistry I 3 CHEM 1211L Chemistry Lab I 1 Area IV Humanities/Fine Arts Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 Non General Education Degree Courses BIOL 2113 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 BIOL 2113L Anatomy and Physiology Lab I 1 BIOL 2114 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 BIOL 2114L Anatomy and Physiology Lab II 1 BIOL 2117 Introductory Microbiology 3 BIOL 2117L Introductory Microbiology Lab 1 Occupational Courses DHYG 1010 Oral Embryology and Histology 1 DHYG 1000 Tooth Anatomy and Root Morphology 2 DHYG 1070 Radiology Lecture 2 DHYG 1020 Head and Neck Anatomy 2 DHYG 1030 Dental Materials 2 DHYG 1040 Preclinical Dental Hygiene Lecture 2 DHYG 1050 Preclinical Dental Hygiene Lab 2 DHYG 1090 Radiology Lab 1 DHYG 2200 Periodontology 3 DHYG 2010 Clinical Dental Hygiene II Lecture 2 DHYG 2020 Clinical Dental Hygiene II Lab 2 DHYG 2050 Oral Pathology 3 DHYG 1110 Clinical Dental Hygiene I Lecture 1 DHYG 1111 Clinical Dental Hygiene I Lab 3 DHYG 1206 Pharmacology and Pain Control 3 DHYG 2080 Clinical Dental Hygiene III Lecture 2 DHYG 2090 Clinical Dental Hygiene III Lab 4 DHYG 2110 Biochemistry and Nutrition Fundamentals for the Dental Hygienist 3 DHYG 2130 Clinical Dental Hygiene IV Lecture 1 DHYG 2140 Clinical Dental Hygiene IV Lab 4 COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 DHYG 2070 Community Dental Health 3 Total Hours required for Graduation 85
- Drafting Technology Degree
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The Drafting Technology Associate of Applied Science degree program prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in the drafting field, such as drafter or CAD operator based on the specialization area a student chooses to complete. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and technical knowledge, skills and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or retrain in drafting practices and software.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences PSYC 1101 Introductory Psychology 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Mathematics Elective MATH 1112 College Trigonometry 3 MATH 1113 Precalculus 3 Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts HUMN 1101 Introduction to Humanities 3 Occupational Courses DFTG 1101 CAD Fundamentals 4 DFTG 1103 Technical Drawing I 4 COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 Choose One of the Following Specializations Mechanical Drafting Specialization DFTG 1105 3D Mechanical Modeling 4 DFTG 1107 Technical Drawing II 3 DFTG 1109 Technical Drawing III 4 DFTG 1111 Technical Drawing IV 4 DFTG 1113 Technical Drawing V 4 Choose Minimum of 15 Credits from the Following DFTG 2010 Engineering Graphics 4 DFTG 2110 Blueprint Reading for Technical Drawing I 2 DFTG 2300 Drafting Technology Practicum/Internship 3 3 DFTG 2400 Drafting Technology Practicum/Internship 4 4 DFTG 2500 Drafting Technology Exit Review 3 DFTG 2600 Drafting Technology Practicum/Internship 6 6 DFTG 2020 Visualization and Graphics 3 DFTG 2030 Advanced 3D Modeling Architectural 4 DFTG 2040 Advanced 3D Modeling Mechanical 4 DFTG 2120 Print Reading for Architecture 3 DFTG 2130 Manual Drafting Fundamentals 2 DFTG 2210 Blueprint Reading for Technical Drawing II 2 Architectural Drafting Specialization DFTG 1125 Architectural Fundamentals 4 DFTG 1127 Architectural 3D Modeling 4 DFTG 1129 Residential Drawing I 4 DFTG 1131 Residential Drawing II 4 DFTG 1133 Commercial Drawing I 4 Choose A Minimum of 14 Credits from the Following DFTG 2010 Engineering Graphics 4 DFTG 2110 Blueprint Reading for Technical Drawing I 2 DFTG 2300 Drafting Technology Practicum/Internship 3 3 DFTG 2400 Drafting Technology Practicum/Internship 4 4 DFTG 2500 Drafting Technology Exit Review 3 DFTG 2600 Drafting Technology Practicum/Internship 6 6 DFTG 2020 Visualization and Graphics 3 DFTG 2030 Advanced 3D Modeling Architectural 4 DFTG 2040 Advanced 3D Modeling Mechanical 4 DFTG 2120 Print Reading for Architecture 3 DFTG 2130 Manual Drafting Fundamentals 2 DFTG 2210 Blueprint Reading for Technical Drawing II 2 Total Hours required for Graduation 60
- Early Childhood Care and Education Degree
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The Early Childhood Care and Education associate of applied science degree program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the field of early childhood education. The program emphasizes a combination of early childhood care and education theory and practical application as well as general core competencies necessary for successful employment. Graduates have qualifications to be employed in early care and education settings including child care centers, Head Start, Georgia Pre-K programs, and elementary school paraprofessional positions. Graduates of this program will receive one of five areas of specialization: exceptionalities, infant/toddler, program administration, paraprofessional/school age, or family child care).
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 18 Semester hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communications (6 hrs) ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 Language Arts/Communication Elective (3 hrs) Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 hrs) PSYC 1101 Introductory Psychology 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (3 hrs) MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 MATH 1100 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (3 hrs) Humanities/Fine Arts Elective (3 hrs) Program-Specific General Education Course Requirements (3 hrs) General Core Elective (3 hrs) 3 Occupational Courses ECCE 1101 Introduction to Early Childhood Care and Education 3 ECCE 1103 Child Growth and Development 3 ECCE 1105 Health, Safety and Nutrition 3 ECCE 2115 Language and Literacy 3 ECCE 1112 Curriculum and Assessment 3 ECCE 1113 Creative Activities for Children 3 COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 ECCE 2201 Exceptionalities 3 ECCE 2202 Social Issues and Family Involvement 3 ECCE 2203 Guidance and Classroom Management 3 ECCE 1121 Early Childhood Care and Education Practicum 3 ECCE 2116 Math and Science 3 ECCE 2240 Early Childhood Care and Education Internship 12 Specializations - Select ONE Pair (Two Courses) Paraprofessional Specialization ECCE 2310 Paraprofessional Methods and Materials 3 ECCE 2312 Paraprofessional Roles and Practices 3 Program Administration ECCE 2320 Program Administration and Facility Management 3 ECCE 2322 Personnel Management 3 Infant/Toddler Development ECCE 2330 Infant/Toddler Development 3 ECCE 2332 Infant/Toddler Group Care and Curriculum 3 Family Child Care ECCE 2340 Family Child Care Program Management 3 ECCE 2342 Family Child Care Business Management School Age and Youth Care 3 ECCE 2350 Early Adolescent Development 3 ECCE 2352 Designing Programs and Environments for School Age Children and Youth 3 Exceptionalities ECCE 2360 Classroom Strategies for Exceptional Children 3 ECCE 2362 Exploring Your Role in the Exceptional Environment 3 Total Hours required for Graduation 72
- Electronics Technology
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The Electronics Technology Degree program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in electronics professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of electronics technology theory and practical application necessary for successful employment using both manual and computerized electronics systems. Program graduates receive an Electronics Technology Associate of Science Degree which qualifies them as electronics technicians with a specialization in biomedical instrumentation, communication electronics, computer electronics, industrial electronics, general electronics, or telecommunication electronics.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Social Sciences/Behavioral Sciences Elective 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Mathematics Elective MATH 1112 College Trigonometry 3 MATH 1113 Precalculus 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Occupational Courses COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 ELCR 1005 Soldering Technology 1 ELCR 1010 Direct Current Circuits 5 ELCR 1020 Alternating Current Circuits 7 ELCR 1030 Solid State Devices 5 ELCR 1040 Digital and Microprocessor Fundamentals 5 ELCR 1060 Linear Integrated Circuits 3 And completion of one of the following specializations: Biomedical Instrumentation Technology Specialization 17 hours ALHS 1010 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology 4 ALHS 1090 Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences 2 BMET 1231 Medical Equipment Function and Operation I 4 BMET 2242 Medical Equipment Function and Operation II 4 BMET 2343 Internship Medical Systems 3 Communications Electronics Technology Specialization 17 hours ELCR 2210 Advanced Circuit Analysis 5 ELCR 2220 Advanced Modulation Techniques 3 ELCR 2230 Antenna and Transmission Lines 3 ELCR 2240 Microwave Communications and Radar 3 ELCR 2250 Optical Communications Techniques 3 Telecommunications Electronics Technology Specialization 18 hours ELCR 2170 Computer Hardware 5 ELCR 2190 Networking I 3 ELCR 2590 Fiber Optic Systems 3 ELCR 2600 Telecommunication and Data Cabling 3 ELCR 2620 Telecommunications Systems Installation, Programming, and Data Transmission 4 Industrial Electronics Technology Specialization 16 hours ELCR 2110 Process Control 3 ELCR 2120 Motor Controls 3 ELCR 2130 Programmable Controllers 3 ELCR 2140 Mechanical Devices 2 ELCR 2150 Fluid Power 2 ELCR 2160 Advanced Microprocessors and Robotics 3 Home Technology Integration Specialization 16 hours ELCR 2650 Home Automation Systems 5 ELCR 2660 Security System Installation and Testing 4 ELCR 2680 Access Control and CCTV Installation 3 ELCR 2690 Prep for Low Voltage Licensure 2 Electronics Technology Elective 2 hours Field Occupation Specialization 16 hours Occupationally Related Electives 16 hours 16 Total Hours required for Graduation 60
- IT Professional
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The IT Professional Associate degree will emphasize specialized training in home and corporate networking; computer maintenance; operating system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting; information security; computer programming; and web site design. These skills represent the subset of knowledge expected from graduates in the MGTC service area. The program graduate receives an Associate of Applied Science Degree and is employable as an information technology specialist, help desk support specialist, network installation specialist, PC repair technician, or network administrator.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester Credit Hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences XXX xxxx Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics - Select 1 MATH 1100 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning 3 MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts XXX xxxx Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 Program-Specific Requirements XXX xxxx General Core Elective 3 Occupational Courses CIST 1001 Computer Concepts 4 COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 CIST 1305 Program Design and Development 3 CIST 1130 Operating Systems Concepts 3 CIST 1401 Computer Networking Fundamentals 4 CIST 2341 C# Programming I 4 CIST 1122 Hardware Installation and Maintenance 4 CIST 2411 Microsoft Client 4 CIST 1601 Information Security Fundamentals 3 CIST 2414 Microsoft Server Administrator 4 CIST 1510 Web Development I 3 XXX xxx Elective 3 CIST 2451 Cisco Network Fundamentals 4 CIST 2452 Cisco Routing Protocols and Concepts 4 Credits Required for Graduation 65
- Networking Specialist
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The Computer Information Systems Networking Specialist program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking. Program graduates are qualified for employment as networking specialists.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester Credit Hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENGL 1010 Fundamentals of English I 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics - Select 1 MATH 1100 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning 3 MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Program-Specific Requirements General Core Elective Occupational Courses COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 CIST 1001 Computer Concepts 4 CIS Elective 3 CIS Operating Systems Course 3 CIST 1122 Hardware Installation and Maintenance 4 Introductory-Level Networking Class CIST 1401 Computer Networking Fundamentals 4 or CIST 2451 Cisco Networking Fundamentals 4 CIS Security Course 3 CIS Elective 3 CIS Elective 4 CIS Elective 4 Networking Specializations(Select One) Microsoft Specialization CIST 2411 Microsoft Client 4 CIST 2412 Microsoft Server Directory Services 4 CIST 2413 Microsoft Server Infrastructure 4 MS Elective 4 Cisco Exploration Specialization CIST 2451 Cisco Networking Fundamentals 4 CIST 2452 Cisco Routing Protocols and Concepts 4 CIST 2453 Cisco LAN Switching and Wireless 4 CIST 2454 Cisco Accessing the WAN 4 Credits Required for Graduation 66
- Paralegal Studies
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The Paralegal Studies program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for positions in the paralegal profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The knowledge and skills emphasized in this program include ethical obligations; research in state and federal law; legal correspondence preparation; family law matters; basic concepts of real property law, criminal law and procedure, civil litigation, tort law, and substantive contract law; and wills, trusts, and probate. The program of study emphasizes opportunities that provide students with specialized legal knowledge and skills required to aid lawyers in the delivery of legal services. Program graduates receive a Paralegal Studies Associate of Applied Technology degree.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester Credit Hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENGL 1101 Composition & Rhetoric 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics - Select 1 MATH 1100 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning 3 MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 Program-Specific Requirements SPCH 1101 Public Speaking 3 Occupational Courses COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 PARA 1100 Introduction to Law and Ethics 3 PARA 1115 Family Law 3 PARA 1105 Legal Research and Legal Writing I 3 PARA 1110 Legal Research and Legal Writing II 3 PARA 1125 Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure 3 PARA 1140 Tort Law 3 PARA 1150 Contracts, Commercial Law and Business Organizations 3 PARA 1120 Real Estate Law 3 PARA 1130 Civil Litigation 3 PARA 1135 Wills, Trusts, Probate, and Administration 3 PARA 1145 Law Office Management 3 PARA 2210 Paralegal Internship I 6 Complete 9 credits from the following courses Occupational Guided Electives - 9 credits 9 PARA 2215 Law Office Paralegal Internship II 6 PARA 1205 Constitutional Law 3 PARA 1210 Legal and Policy Issues in Healthcare 3 PARA 2205 Advanced Legal Research and Writing 3 PARA 1215 Administrative Law 3 ENGL 1105 Technical Communications 3 Credits Required for Graduation 66
- Radiologic Technology Degree
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The Radiologic Technology associate degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for positions in radiology departments and related businesses and industries. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of didactic and clinical instruction necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an associate of applied science degree, have the qualifications of a radiographer, and are eligible to sit for a national certification examination for radiographers.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester hours) Area I - Language Arts/Communication ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Social Sciences/Behavioral Sciences Elective 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics Mathematics MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Area IV Humanities/Fine Arts Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 Additional General Education Elective 3 Non General Education Degree Courses BIOL 2113 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 BIOL 2113 L Anatomy and Physiology Lab I 1 BIOL 2114 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 BIOL 2114 L Anatomy and Physiology Lab II 1 Occupational Courses RADT 1010 Introduction to Radiology 4 RADT 1030 Radiographic Procedures I 3 RADT 1070 Principles of Imaging I 6 RADT 1320 Clinical Radiography I 4 RADT 1060 Radiographic Procedures II 3 RADT 1160 Principles of Imaging II 6 RADT 1330 Clinical Radiography II 7 RADT 2090 Radiographic Procedures III 2 RADT 2340 Clinical Radiography III 6 COMP 1000 Introduction to Computers 3 RADT 1200 Principles of Radiation Biology and Protection 3 RADT 2190 Radiographic Pathology 2 RADT 2350 Clinical Radiography IV 7 RADT 2260 Radiologic Technology Review 3 RADT 2360 Clinical Radiography V 9 ALHS 1090 Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences 2 Total Hours required for Graduation 93
- Technical Studies
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The Technical Studies Associate Degree program is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of positions in today’s business industry field. This program offers a sequence of courses that train students for careers in the business industry field with learning opportunities that develop higher level academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a continuation of technical studies, theory, and practical applications necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an Associate of Applied Science degree in Technical Studies and will be qualified for employment as technicians.
Course # Course Title Credit Hours General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Semester hours) Area I - Language Arts ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences Social Sciences/Behavioral Sciences Elective 3 Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics Select 1 MATH 1100 Quantitative Skills and Reasoning 3 MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 General Education Core Elective 3 Block Transfer of Occupational Preparation Courses 45 Total Hours required for Graduation 60
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Degree Types
At MGTC we offer three different levels of credit programs:
- Associate Degree
- Middle Georgia Technical College offers associate level degrees. They usually take 2 years to complete. AAS programs include general education (core) courses that may transfer to University System of Georgia institutions and other 4-year colleges in our state.
- Diploma
- Middle Georgia Technical College's Diploma Level programs usually take between 1 and 1.5 years to complete and include basic courses, as well as specific technical or occupational courses to prepare students for the workforce.
- Certificate
- Technical Certificates of Credit (TCCs) usually take about 1-2 semesters to complete and generally focus on very specialized knowledge. These programs teach students specific skills that they can apply in the workforce.