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2013 - 2014TSTC HarlingenCollege Catalog1902 N. Loop 499 Harlingen, Texas 78550
2 TTexas State Technical College Harlingen Technical CareersAllied Health CareIndustrial/ManufacturingCulinary Arts Food Service SpecialistDental AssistantDental HygieneDental Laboratory TechnologyHealth Information TechnologyMedical AssistantMedical Information Specialist/TranscriptionistNurse AssistantRegistered NursingSurgical TechnologyVocational NursingAgricultural Technology Agricultural OperationsAir Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology Refrigeration MechanicAuto Collision Technology Auto Body Repair Auto Body Collision and Finish PreparerAutomotive Technology Ford Maintenance & Light Repair Automotive Maintenance MechanicAviation Maintenance Technology Airframe PowerplantBuilding Construction SciencePrecision Manufacturing Technology Machinist Mold, Tool and Die MakingWelding TechnologyComputer Information SystemsBusiness Management Technology Office Management Operations ManagementComputer Networking and Security Technology Computer Networking SpecialistComputer Systems Management TechnologyDigital Media Design TechnologyGame & Simulation ProgrammingEducation and HumanitiesAcademic CoreEducation and TrainingEngineeringAssociate of Science DegreesArchitectural Design & Engineering GraphicsBiomedical Equipment TechnologyChemical-Environmental TechnologyMechatronics TechnologyTelecommunications Technology Telecommunications SpecialistWind Energy & Turbine Technology* Wind Energy & Turbine TechnicianBiologyComputer ScienceEngineeringMathematicsPhysics*program offered at Harlingen and Ingleside CampusesEqual opportunity shall be afforded within the Texas State Technical College System (TSTC) to allemployees and applicants for admission or employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender,national origin, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status. TSTC complies with the TexasEqual Opportunity Plan.TSTC will make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. TSTC’s policy is that, in allaspects of its operations, each person with a disability shall be considered for admission or access toor treatment or employment in its programs and activities in accordance with Part 84 of Title 45, theregulation implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.This publication is available in an alternative format by contacting TSTC Support Services at956-36-4520.www.tstc.edu 800-852-8784Foundation CertificatesDental HygieneGeneral Health ProfessionSurgical TechnologyTexas State Technical Colleges are individually accredited by the Southern Association of Collegesand Schools Commission on Colleges to award Associate of Science Degrees (Harlingen only),Associate of Applied Science degrees and Certificates of Completion. Contact the Commission onColleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097or call 404-679-4500 for questions aboutthe accreditation of any of the Texas State Technical Colleges.TSTC reserves the right to limit the enrollment of any program and to make any changes in theprovisions of this catalog when such action is deemed to be in the best interest of the student or TSTC.TSTC reserves the right to change any of this catalog’s provisions, without notice or obligation, inkeeping with the policies of the Board of Regents and in conformance with the laws of the State ofTexas. This catalog is not a legal document and does not constitute a contract between TSTC and theuser. The catalog may also be found on TSTC’s website at www.tstc.edu. If you require this documentin an alternative format, please contact the TSTC Support Services Office.
Section Title 3College Catalogwww.tstc.edu 800-852-8784
4 Institutional Purpose and GoalsInstitutional Purpose and GoalsStatement of PurposeTSTC’s purpose or mission is described in Texas Education CodeSection 135.01:“The Texas State Technical College System is a coeducational two-yearinstitution of higher education offering courses of study in technicalvocational education for which there is a demand within the state ofTexas.Texas State Technical College System shall contribute to theeducational and economic development of the State of Texas byoffering occupationally oriented programs with supporting academiccoursework, emphasizing highly specialized advanced and emergingtechnical and vocational areas for certificates or associate degrees.The Texas State Technical College System is authorized to serve theState of Texas through excellence in instruction, public service, facultyand manpower research and economic development. The system’seconomic development efforts to improve the competitiveness ofTexas business and industry include exemplary centers of excellencein technical program clusters on the system’s campuses and supportof educational research commercialization initiatives. Throughclose collaboration with business, industry, governmental agenciesand communities, including public and private secondary andpostsecondary educational institutions, and the system shall facilitateand deliver an articulated and responsive technical education system.In developing and offering highly specialized technical programs withrelated supportive coursework, primary consideration shall be placedon industrial and technological manpower needs of the state. Theemphasis of each Texas State Technical College System campus shallbe on advanced or emerging technical programs not commonly offeredby public junior colleges.”TSTC Harlingen's open admissions policy makes higher education andtraining programs and courses available to all and results in diversecurriculum offerings. The college emphasizes study through multipleinstructional delivery systems and actively seeks involvement of highschool and non-traditional students in its programs. Appropriateassessment and placement into educational programs and innovativeapproaches to education are essential in meeting the needs of studentsand industry.TSTC Harlingen is committed to preparing students for the 21stcentury by providing holistic personal and professional developmentof students through a combination of technical and academic delivery,relevant student services, talent development organizations, and othercareer building activities. By utilizing a comprehensive master planapproach, TSTC Harlingen assures the vitality of its programs fortoday's industrial and academic demands and tomorrow's challenges.Vision and ValuesThe Texas State Technical Colleges will be a leader in strengthening thecompetitiveness of Texas business and industry by building the state’scapacity to develop the highest quality workforce.InnovationCreating and implementing new ideas andmethodsExcellenceAchieving the highest quality in all we doLeadershipDeveloping visions and strategies for a desiredfuture, and aligning and energizing people toachieve those visionsCollaborationWorking cooperatively with other organizationsand within our own systemResponsivenessProviding appropriate programs and servicesin a proactive, flexible, and timely mannerAccountabilityMeasuring our performance and using theresults for improvementStewardshipEnsuring our programs and services add valueto our students and communities throughoutthe state, and operate in accordance with thepublic trust for which we are responsibleExpanded Statement of PurposeTSTC Harlingen is a unique college which offers technical and academicprograms and courses in statewide demand for the 21stcentury whileemphasizing, in particular, the needs of South Texas. The collegeprovides opportunities for both immediate employment and seamlesstransfer of credits to other colleges and universities. Awards includeA.S. and A.A.S. degrees, Fields of Study, technical certificates ofcompletion, as well as institutional recognition for completion of theGeneral Education Core and workforce certificates.www.tstc.edu 800-852-8784
Table of Contents 5Table of ContentsDegrees and Certificates. inside coverInstitutional Purpose and Goals .4President’s Welcome .4The TSTC System .7Governance and Accreditation.8Map .9Admissions Information and Procedures .10Tuition and Fees .13Installment Payment Plan .16Meal Plans .16Housing .16Refunds .17Financial Assistance .18Veterans Center & Veteran Benefits .20Scholarships .22Scholastic Information .27Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Requirements & Advisement.29Advising .31Degree and Program Planning .31Graduation and Commencement .32Curriculum .33Developmental Education Courses .33General Education Courses .34General Education Academic Core.37Credit Award for Assessments in Training.38Credit Award for Continuing Education Units (CEUs).41Individualized Instruction .42Dual Credit Courses .42Online Learning.42Enrollment.42Registration .42Schedule Changes .42Drops and Withdrawals .42Student Absence and Religious Holy Days.43High School Articulation Agreements .43Transfer of Credit .43Continuing Education and Corporate Workforce Training .44Student Services .45Student Housing .45Counseling and Testing Services .45Student Life .45Student Identification Cards.46Learning Resource Center.46College Bookstore .46Food Service .46Student Health .46Student Health Insurance .47Support Services Office .47Title IX .47Child Care Services .48Campus Security .48Student Success .49Career Services .49Student Conduct and Discipline .49General Information .50Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) .50Compact with Texans .51Associate of Applied Science Degree Programs .54Office of Student Success .54, 84, 90Associate of Science Degree Programs .84Certificate of Completion Programs.90Course Descriptions.124Course Index .160Personnel Directory .166Index .178Phone Numbers and Contacts.back inside coverwww.tstc.edu 800-852-8784
6 President’s WelcomeWelcome to TSTC HarlingenTexas State Technical College is committed to providing students theknowledge and skills that are the basis of a world class education.The technical programs offered at TSTC are known nation-wide asdelivering the science and critical thinking required for successfulcareers.Global connectivity eliminates isolation and influences oureducational programs, our career choices and our economy. TSTC’spartnership with industry, coupled with our faculty’s experience,high academic standards and our staff’s commitment to service formties that bind; strengthening our delivery of world-class education.Together with our students, we possess an amazing potential to buildupon the traditions of TSTC Harlingen to assure continued success.Our technology divisions - Industrial and Manufacturing, ComputerInformation Systems, Engineering, Education and Humanities,and Allied Health - place more than 90 percent of graduates inrewarding careers. As emerging technologies surface, our programswill adapt to not only stay current with applications, but to expandopportunities for our graduates and strengthen relationships withour business partners.We are also strong in our Academic Core program with an everincreasing number of articulation agreements with four-yearuniversities. Our academic programs are an integral part of thecollege success we bring to our students. This provides more choicesfor our students regarding life-long learning. Another importantcomponent of our resources are the talent and programs availableat TSTC Marshall, TSTC Waco and TSTC West Texas. I invite you tofrequently check out their programs and developments online.This is an exciting time for TSTC. I hope you take the time to learnmore about opportunities for your success.Dr. Cesar Maldonado, P.E.,President, TSTC Harlingenwww.tstc.edu 800-852-8784
The TSTC System 7The TSTC SystemTexas State Technical College (TSTC) was established in 1965 as theJames Connally Technical Institute (JCTI) of Texas A & M University tomeet the state’s evolving workforce needs. This college was located inCentral Texas at the former James Connally Air Force Base in Waco. Atthe time, Governor John Connally predicted that it would be “the mostsophisticated technical-vocational institute in the country.”In 1967, JCTI expanded to include a South Texas campus in Harlingen. In1969, the colleges separated from Texas A&M University and became anindependent state system, with the name Texas State Technical Institute(TSTI) and its own Board of Regents. Additional campuses werecreated in 1970 in Amarillo in the Panhandle of Texas and in Sweetwaterin West Texas. As the demand for quality technical education continuedto grow, extension centers were established in McAllen (1983), Abilene(1985), Breckenridge (1989), Brownwood (1991), Marshall (1991),Ingleside (2011), and Red Oak (2013). In 1991, TSTI was renamed TexasState Technical College (TSTC). In 1999, the extension center in Marshallbecame an independent college of the system.Today, serving as the state’s college for workforce and economicdevelopment, TSTC offers new, emerging and customized curriculumat four colleges: TSTC Harlingen, TSTC Marshall, TSTC Waco, andTSTC West Texas, which has campuses in Abilene, Breckenridge,Brownwood, and Sweetwater. In addition, programs and customizedtraining are offered at partnership centers throughout the state.TSTC is the only state-supported technical college system in Texas.TSTC’s statewide role and mission is to efficiently and effectivelyhelp Texas meet the high-tech challenges of today’s global economy,in partnership with business and industry, government agencies,and other educational institutions. TSTC has high graduation rates,exceptional postgraduate success rates, and an outstanding recordin graduating individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomicbackgrounds. Students are served each year through traditional degreeprograms, short-term continuing education and corporate trainingprograms.Among TSTC’s strengths are its emphasis on hands-on learning andits strong relationships with business and industry, state-of-the-artlaboratories, residential campuses, and student-centered philosophy:We believe in people. We believe people desire to be responsible andproductive citizens. We believe technology is a force to be exploredand channeled by people in a productive and responsible manner forthe benefit of all humankind. Therefore, we believe all people shouldbe provided with the educational opportunity to learn the skillsnecessary to perform meaningful work and, thereby, pursue their goalsas responsible citizens contributing to the welfare and success of theirfamilies, communities, state, nation, and world.Notes:www.tstc.edu 800-852-8784
8 Governance and AccreditationGovernance and AccreditationThe TSTC System is governed by a nine-member Board of Regentsand operated under the direction of a systemwide Chancellor. TheseRegents, who provide a statewide perspective, are appointed by thegovernor to six-year terms. The Board meets quarterly to provideleadership and enact policies for the successful management andoperation of the system. The Colleges operate under the rules andregulations of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.The Texas State Technical College System Chancellor isMike Reeser, MBATSTC is a member of the American Association of Collegiate Registrarsand Admissions Officers and is listed in that association’s Report ofCredit Given.The following programs are accredited by the:American Dental Association (ADA)Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) Dental HygieneCommission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and InformationManagement Education (CAHIIM) Health Information TechnologyThe TSTC System Board of Regents include:Ellis M. Skinner II, Chair of the Board;Joe M. Gurecky, Vice Chair;Linda McKenna, Executive Committee Place 1;Gene Seaman, Executive Committee Place 2;Penny Forrest, Member;John Hatchel, Member;Joe K. Hearne, Member;J.V. Martin, Member.Michael F. Northcutt, Member;Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs(CAAHEP) Medical Assistant Surgical TechnologyTexas State Technical College Harlingen is accredited by the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges toaward Associate Degrees and Certificates of Completion. Contact theCommission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation ofTexas State Technical College Harlingen.The following programs are certified by the:The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission onColleges should be contacted only if there is evidence that appearsto support TSTC Harlingen’s significant non-compliance with arequirement or standard related to accreditation. Normal inquiriesabout TSTC Harlingen, such as admission requirements, financial aid,educational programs, etc., should be addressed directly to Texas StateTechnical College Harlingen and not to the Commission’s office.Equal opportunity shall be afforded within the Texas State TechnicalCollege System to all employees and applicants for admission oremployment regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin,age genetic information, disability or veteran status.www.tstc.edu 800-852-8784Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services Nurse AssistantTexas Board of Nursing Registered Nursing Vocational NursingNational Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) Auto Collision Technology Automotive TechnologyInter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I/CAR) Auto Collision TechnologyAutomotive Service Excellence (ASE) Auto Collision TechnologyFederal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aviation Maintenance Technology
Map ORDRST.PECANST.CANAITREE.STPMF.STPECACHO28TH ST.26TH ST.ECCHSDORMS29TH ST.TENNISCOURTDOGWOOD ST27TH ST.STUDENTAPARTMENTSNMUSEUMTWSC99P4OLOTEPEHUAJE ST.SSC29TH ST.AthleticFieldRIO HONDO RD.NAIRPORT DRIVEFM 507DORMSRIO HONDO RD.College Readiness & Advancement HEP, WIA,CAMP, ABE, Talent Search, Student SuccessCOLLEGE BUILDINGSCOffice Occupations BMT, ETDBiomedical/Dental Lab DLT, BETAEPublic yCollision echnologyComputerScience ProgramsCSMT, ildingTechnologyBCS, ACTMEBOXWBCollegeReadinessStudentServicesCenter & AdvancementFinancialAid,Admissions,Office OccupationsCashiers,BuildingCounseling & Testing,Student Recruitment Office, Student Accounting,CAC SupportCulturalArtsCenter Center, Testing Center,Services,AdvisementEnrollment Management, Student DevelopmentCCPCentral Chiller Plant.STSPublic Safety BuildingEMT, Fire Academy, Police Academy, TSTC PoliceBEKCCAIRPORT DRIVEFM 507EUHESINAEKHOFIGStudent Services CenterStudent Housing OfficeAutobody Collision TechnologyAdministration/Industrial TechnologyComputerScienceProgramsWLT, PMT,President’sOfficeHJBuilding Systems TechnologyChemical/EnvironmentalTechnology CETHOLILRCJMELPMLRCRHousing OfficeHealth Information Technology HIT, MISTAdministration/Industrial TechnologyDr. J. Gilbert Leal Learning Resource CenterChemical/Environmental TechnologyUniversity Center Continuing EducationHealth Information TechnologyEngineering CenterDr. J. Gilbert LealResourceCenter (Library)Early LearningCollege HighSchoolMESPMUniversity CenterGeorge F. Young Engineering Technology CenterDMDT,ADEG, CNSTEngineeringCenterRTEarlyCollege HighSchoolAviationTechnologyAER,AGT, MT, ioScience TechnologyTechnologyCA, DEA, DEH, NA, MEA, RN, ST, VNSCStudent CenterWState Rep. Irma Rangel Science and TechnologyLearning,AcademicCoreSSC entCenterTechnologyCafeteria, StudentGovernment,Career Services, Student ID Center, Game Room,Senator Eddie Lucio Health ScienceBookstore, Health Services, Veterans CenterTechnology BuildingSSC ServiceSupport nceMarketing,ProcurementOffice, Institutionaland TechnologyBuildingEffectiveness & Research,Resource Development, Central Receiving, Print ShopWSCWellness & Sports CenterWSC Wellness & Sports Center Gym,Weight Room,Aerobics Room, Cardio Room, Racquetball Courts,EmployeeParkingWalkingTrail, AthleticFieldStudent ParkingStudent ParkingEmployee Parkingwww.tstc.edu 800-852-8784
10 Admissions InformationAdmissions Information Campus ToursProspective students and their families are strongly encouraged tovisit TSTC before registering for classes. During a campus visit, eachprospective student is assigned to an recruitment specialist whoserves as a personal contact to help in the transition to college andthe admissions process. Contact the Student Recruitment Office toschedule an appointment with an recruitment specialist and a campustour. Admission Requirements General Admission RequirementsStudents who apply for admission into college credit programs maybe admitted to any college within the Texas State Technical CollegeSystem under any of the following categories. These apply to studentsin college credit programs. Graduate from a high school accredited by a state department ofeducation and/or a recognized regional accrediting association.Transfer from another college, university, or other higher educationinstitution that is regionally accredited.Complete a GED Certificate (General Education Development), ascertified by a state education agency.Meet international student criteria. Potential students who arenot United States citizens must present proper documentation foran appropriate visa category. Additional information relating toacademic background and financial support, as well as a personalinterview, may be required for admission. See “Internationalwww.tstc.edu 800-852-8784Students” under the Admission Procedures section for furtherinformation.Meet individual approval criteria. Potential students who do notmeet any of the above requirements and are age 17 or older and nolonger attending high school may be admitted through individualapproval.Meet exceptional admission criteria. Potential students who areunder age 17 may be admitted through the exceptional admissionprogram under one of the following categories, provided theypresent sufficient evidence that they can do college-level work asdetermined by the institution. Age 16 or older and currently enrolled in high school without adiploma or GED, or age 16 and a graduate of an unaccreditedor home high school. Age 16 and no longer attending high school, or age 15 oryounger.Submit Proof of Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination: (For studentsunder the age of 22). All new students, transfer students andstudents who have taken a leave of absence from school in either afall or spring semester must have received the Bacterial MeningitisVaccination during the five-year period immediately precedingand at least 10 days prior to the first day of the semester enrolledor re-enrolled.Additional Program Admission RequirementsSome college credit programs have additional requirements that mustbe met before students may be admitted into those particular programs.These may include minimum scores on the admission placement testor other departmental tests, a physical standards statement assessingtheir physical capabilities for the program, letters of recommendation,or other program-specific requirements. Departments can provideadditional requirements applicable to selected programs.
Admissions Information 11Admission ProceduresGeneral Admission ProceduresThese procedures apply to students enrolling in college creditprograms.1.2.3.4.5.6.Complete an online admission application at www.tstc.edu orwww.applytexas.orgNote that proof of Texas residency may be required to obtainresident tuition rates.Depending on the category under which the applicant qualifiesfor admission, submit the following additional documents to theOffice of Admissions and Records.a. High school graduate: an official copy of high school transcriptb. College or university transfer: official transcripts from allinstitutions of higher education attended previouslyc. GED: a copy of GED certificate or official score reportd. Individual approval students: individual approval forme. Exceptional admission students: Age 16 or older and currently enrolled in high schoolwithout a diploma or GED, exceptional admissionform signed by parent or guardian and high schoolrepresentative; qualifying scores in writing and/or readingand/or mathematics on approved assessment instruments. Age 16 or older and a graduate of a home high school orunaccredited high school: exceptional admission form(signed by parent or guardian if age 16). Age 16 and no longer attending high school, or age 15 oryounger: exceptional admission form signed by parentof guardian and high school representative; qualifyingscores in writing, reading, and mathematics (Note: Aninformation session with a TSTC official is also required.Contact the Office of Admissions and Records for moreinformation.)f. International students: see “International Students” in thissection for detailsSubmit Proof of Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination: (For studentsunder the age of 22). All new students, transfer students andstudents who have taken a leave of absence from school in either afall or spring semester must have received the Bacterial MeningitisVaccination during the five-year period immediately precedingand at least 10 days prior to the first day of the semester enrolledor re-enrolled.Submit scores from an approved TSI test o
at four colleges: TSTC Harlingen, TSTC Marshall, TSTC Waco, and TSTC West Texas, which has campuses in Abilene, Breckenridge, Brownwood, and Sweetwater. In addition, programs and customized training are offered at partnership centers throughout the state. TSTC is the only state-supported technical college system in Texas.
