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STUDENT HANDBOOK2021 - 2022You can get anywhere from here.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEWelcome to Midlands Technical College!Whether you are looking for a great career to be competitive in our global society or totransfer to a four-year college, enrolling at MTC was an excellent decision. As you lookthrough the MTC Student Handbook, you’ll find extensive resources to help you achieveyour personal and professional goals.As you take advantage of the excellent education and individualized attention at MTC, yougain skills and knowledge to support lifelong learning. At MTC, we want to be sure all ourstudents are prepared to reach their full potential. On behalf of the college community,I extend our best wishes for your success.Dr. Ronald L. RhamesPresidentTABLE OF CONTENTSPRESIDENT’S MESSAGE. . 2CAREER PLANNING. . 14FREQUENTLY CALLED COLLEGE NUMBERS. . 4CAREERS PROGRAM. 14ABOUT THE COLLEGE. . . 5CHANGE OF ACADEMIC MAJOR. 15ACADEMIC AND CAREER ADVISING.7CHANGE OF ADDRESS. .16ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT. . .7CHANGE OF NAME. .16ACADEMIC FRESH START. . . 8CHANGE OF RESIDENCY. . .16ACADEMIC HONORS. 8CHILD CARE REFERRAL. 17ACADEMIC LIMITATIONS. 8CHILDREN ON CAMPUS. . . 17ACADEMIC PROGRESS. . . 9CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS. . . 17ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTERS.10CLASSROOM CONDUCT. . 17ACCOMMODATIONS REQUEST. . .10CLOSING OF THE COLLEGE. . 18ADMISSIONS. . . 11CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS. 18ADULT STUDENT SERVICES. 11COLLEGE COLORS. 18ADVANCED STANDING. 12COMPUTER SECURITY. 18ALCOHOL/DRUGS POLICY. 12COOPERATIVE EDUCATION/INTERNSHIPS. 18ATTENDANCE. 13CORPORATE AND CONTINUING EDUCATION. 18BAND/MUSIC. 13COUNSELING AND CAREER SERVICES. 19BOOKSTORES. . . 13COURSE LOAD. .20BRIDGE PROGRAMS AT MTC. 14CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS. . .20BULLETIN BOARDS. . 14DEBTS OWED TO THE COLLEGE.20CAMPUS ENVIRONMENT. . . 14DEGREE/DIPLOMA /CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS. 21CAMPUS LIFE. . . 14DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES. 212
TABLE OF CONTENTSDISABILITY SERVICES. 21RELEASE OF STUDENT INFORMATION . . . 37DISHONORED CHECKS AND ONLINE RETURN ITEMS. . . 21ROTC AT MTC . . . 37DRESS CODE. 22SECURITY. 37DROP/ADD. 22SEXUAL ASSAULT AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT. 38EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY CENTER . . . 22SMOKING AND OTHER TOBACCO USE . . . 40EDUCATIONAL TALENT SEARCH . . . 23SOLICITATION. . 40EMERGENCIES. . . 23STUDENT CODE AND GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE. 41EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, TITLE IX,STUDENT COMMONS. . . 41AND ADA. 23STUDENT COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE ENGLISHFERPA. 24FLUENCY OF A FACULTY MEMBER. . 41FINANCIAL AID. . . 24STUDENT EMPLOYMENT SERVICES. 41FOOD SERVICE. 24STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES. 41GOALS FOR STUDENTS. 24STUDENT LIFE. 49GRADES AND GRADE CHANGES. 24STUDENT PARTICIPATION IN INSTITUTIONALGRADING SYSTEM. . 25DECISION MAKING . . . 52GRADUATION. 26STUDENT RIGHT TO KNOW. 53HARASSMENT. 26STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES. . . 53HARBISON THEATRE AT MIDLANDS TECHNICAL COLLEGE. 26SUSPENSION. 53HEALTH SERVICES. 26TESTING SERVICES. . . 53HONOR CODE. 27THEATRE. 54HONORS. 27TRANSCRIPTS. . . 55HOUSING. 28TRANSFER POLICY FOR PUBLIC TWO-YEAR ANDIDENTIFICATION CARDS. . . 28FOUR-YEAR INSTITUTIONS IN SOUTH CAROLINA. . 55INSURANCE. . 28TUITION AND FEES.56INTERNATIONAL AND F-1 VISA STUDENTS. 29UNDECIDED MAJORS PROGRAM.56LIBRARY. 30UPWARD BOUND.56LIFE SKILLS CENTER. 31VETERANS AFFAIRS. .56LOST AND FOUND. . 31VIDEO SURVEILLANCE. . . 57MYMTC. 31WILLIAM JERRY WOOD LIFE SKILLS CENTER. 58MYMTC EMAIL. 31WITHDRAWALS. . 58NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT. 31ORIENTATION SERVICES. 32APPENDIXESPARKING AND TRAFFIC REGULATIONS. . . 32THE STUDENT CODE FOR MIDLANDS TECHNICAL COLLEGE. 59PET POLICY. 33STUDENT CODE PROCEDURES FOR ADDRESSINGPOSTING GUIDELINES. . 33ALLEGED ACTS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE ANDPROBATION. . . 34SEXUAL HARASSMENT. . . 70PUBLICATIONS. 34STUDENT GRIEVANCE.80READMISSION TO COLLEGE. . . 34GUIDELINES FOR RESPONSIBLE COMPUTER USE. 89REFUND OF STUDENT COURSE FEES/TUITION. 35CAMPUS MAPS. . . 91REGISTRATION. 353
FREQUENTLY CALLED COLLEGE NUMBERSAcademic and Career AdvisingAirport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3388Beltline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7810Academic Schools of StudyAdvanced Manufacturing and Skilled TradesDean’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3045Departmental Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3361BusinessDean’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3045Departmental Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7732Education and Public ServiceDean’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3592Departmental Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3320Criminal Justice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.4996Early Childhood Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3768Education Transfer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3768Human Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7788Paralegal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3620English and HumanitiesDean’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.790.7520English Departmental Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7667Humanities Departmental Office . . . . . . . . 803.738.7684Health CareDean’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3434Health Sciences Departmental Office . . . . . 803.822.3381Nursing Departmental Office . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3334Interdisciplinary StudiesDean’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3344Science, Information Technology, Engineering andMathematics (STEM)Dean’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7709Engineering Technology and EngineeringTransfer Departmental Office. . . . . . . . . 803.691.3924. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.691.3888Information Technology DepartmentalOffice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7825Mathematics Departmental Office . . . . . . . 803.738.7689Science Departmental Office . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3548Social and Behavioral SciencesDean’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3592Departmental Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3292Psychology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7738Sociology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3227Political Science, Anthropology,Geography, Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.6715Academic Success CenterAirport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3545Batesburg-Leesville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.604.1639Beltline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .803.738.7871Harbison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.407.5005Northeast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.691.3900Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7839BookstoreAirport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3577Beltline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.790.7566Back to topCAREERSAirport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.6701Beltline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7863CashierCall Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.732.5200College Work-Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7634Corporate and Continuing Education. . . . . . . . 803.732.0432Counseling (Career Services, Disability Services)Airport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3505Beltline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7636Educational Talent Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3628Educational Opportunity Center. . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3749Harbison Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.407.5011International Admissions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7735LibraryAirport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3530Batesburg-Leesville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.604.1639Beltline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7629Harbison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.407.5005Northeast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.691.3900RegistrarAirport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3656Beltline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7766Residency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3378Security Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7199Non-emergencies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7850Student Development ServicesVice President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7805Student Ombudsman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7768Student Employment Services (Full and Part-time Jobs,Cooperative Education, Internships)Airport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3538Beltline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.790.7558Student Financial Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7792Student Grievances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3528Student Information CentersBatesburg-Leesville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.604.1601Beltline/Airport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.8324Harbison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.732.5201Northeast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.691.3925Student Life (Student IDs, Clubs/Organizations, StudentAdvisory Board, Lost and Found)Airport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3650Beltline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7860Student Support ServicesAirport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3032Beltline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.7652Testing Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.790.7522Veterans AffairsAirport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.822.3519Beltline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803.738.76154
ABOUT THE COLLEGEACCREDITATIONMidlands Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to awardassociate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia30033-4097 or call 404.679.4500 for questions about the accreditation of Midlands Technical College.GOVERNANCEThe college’s governing board is the Midlands Technical College Commission. These 13 leading citizens are appointed by thegovernor, upon the recommendation of their respective legislative delegations, to serve as trustees of the college.STATEMENT OF MISSIONMidlands Technical College is a comprehensive, multi-campus, two-year public college serving the primary region of Richland,Lexington and Fairfield counties of South Carolina. College programs and services provide accessible, affordable, qualityeducation that prepares a diverse student population to succeed in the job market, to transfer to four-year colleges anduniversities, and to achieve their professional and personal goals. The college equitably provides higher education opportunitiesthat stimulate the local economy by generating a world-class workforce and enhancing the social vitality of the community.STATEMENT OF ROLE AND SCOPEThe college implements its mission through a clearly defined set of programs, services and partnerships that include:Academic Programs. MTC serves approximately 14,500 credit students annually through courses leading to associate degrees,diplomas and/or certificates in Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering Technology, Health Sciences, Industrial Technology,Information Systems Technology, Nursing, and Public Service.Corporate and Continuing Education Programs. MTC provides professional and career training and development through openenrollment and customized courses with approximately 13,500 students annually. The college serves individuals, businesses andthe community. The college also offers self-supporting, non-credit activities for personal enrichment.Student Development Programs and Services. MTC offers programs and services to current and prospective students and alumnito increase their success and enhance their potential for personal, educational and professional growth. The college increasesstudent access to higher education and careers through recruitment, developmental education, financial services, counseling andcareer services, evaluation, and support services.College Administrative Support Services. MTC, through an array of comprehensive administrative services, ensures an effectiveand fiscally sustainable institution.Economic Development Programs. MTC proactively promotes business growth and regional prosperity. The college enhancesthe economic vitality and quality of life of the region by providing a world-class workforce and opportunities for business andcommunity engagement.Collaboration and Partnerships. MTC initiates and expands collaborative interaction with the higher education and K-12education sectors, and promotes business relationships through advisory board participation and business outreach activities.Business Solutions works with potential and existing business customers to identify needs and provide specific education andtraining for their potential and current employees.STATEMENT OF VISIONMidlands Technical College, as the premier higher education partner, creates innovative learning environments, promotesindividual and business success, drives economic vitality, and enhances quality of life.STATEMENT OF VALUESMidlands Technical College contributes to the community by helping individuals reach their full potential through affirmation ofthe following values:Back to top5
Commitment to Students. Belief in providing a learner-centered environment offering quality instruction, resources and servicesand presenting challenging opportunities for the continued growth and development of students. Midlands Technical Collegetransforms lives by proactively working with each student so that he or she can achieve career and lifelong learning objectives.The college assists students in clarifying their lifelong goals, navigating career pathways, fostering entrepreneurship, embracingsocial responsibility, developing life skills, and maximizing their potential.Commitment to Excellence in Education. Belief in offering the highest quality programs and services through a variety of deliverymethods that reflect the relevant education required for future success. The college builds a community of life-long learners andprepares students for the work environment, further education, and responsible citizenship.Commitment to Service Excellence. Belief in providing welcoming, professional, respectful, responsive, and flexible service to allconstituents.Commitment to Integrity. Belief in ethical behavior by all members of the college community. The college fosters and promotesintegrity, honesty, fairness and mutual respect among faculty, staff, students and all others associated with the college.Commitment to Economic Vitality and Quality of Life. Belief in preparing students for successful careers by providing a seamlesscurriculum bridging secondary education, higher education and lifelong learning. The college serves as a resource for communityengagement and partners with business, education and government to enhance the growth and prosperity of the region.Commitment to Access, Diversity and Inclusiveness. Belief in providing access to programs and services while embracing the dignityand uniqueness of each individual who collectively represents the cultural, economic and demographic diversity of the community.Commitment to Faculty and Staff. Belief in the importance of attracting and retaining an excellent and diverse faculty and staffwho collectively create a positive learning environment. The college provides professional development opportunities anddemonstrates its commitment to the college community by providing resources to carry out the mission of the college.Commitment to a Quality Campus Environment. Belief in the importance of creating an inviting and secure environment for thecollege community. The college values clear communications, open exchange of ideas, involvement in decision-making, andrespect for all individuals.Commitment to the Management and Diversification of Resources. Belief in the effective and efficient use of college resourcesto provide quality education and services for the students and community and in being accountable to constituents. The collegeseeks to diversify its financial support through pursuing new and innovative resources and developing a culture of philanthropy.Commitment to Innovation and Renewal. Belief in the spirit of creativity and discovery in all college endeavors. The college isopen to innovation, adaptation and positive change for the benefit of all its constituencies.STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATIONMidlands Technical College does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs or employment on the basis of race,sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnic group, color, age, religion, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity,military service, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, or any other categoryprotected by applicable law. In compliance with all federal and state laws, including Section 35.107 of the Department of Justiceregulations, the Age Discrimination Act of 1967, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX of the EducationAmendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992as well as the ADA Amendments of 2008 (ADAA), the South Carolina Pregnancy Accommodations Act of 2018 and the GeneticInformation Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), Midlands Technical College offers access and equal opportunity in itsadmissions policies, academic programs and services, and employment of disabled individuals in that no otherwise qualifiedperson will be denied these provisions on the basis of a disability. Midlands Technical College also prohibits retaliation againstany person for bringing a complaint of discrimination or for participating in an investigation of a complaint of discrimination.Student inquiries or complaints should be directed to Ms. Debbie M. Walker in her position as Chief Compliance Officer/Title IXCoordinator. She can be reached at Midlands Technical College in Suite 165, Saluda Hall, Airport Campus, 1260 Lexington Drive,West Columbia, SC 29170; by telephone at 803.822.3261, or email at walkerd@midlandstech.edu. Faculty and staff inquiries orcomplaints should be directed to Ms. Nicole B. Edwards in her position as Assistant Director of Human Resource Management/EqualEmployment Opportunity (EEO) Officer. She can be reached at Midlands Technical College in Suite 134, Reed Hall, AirportCampus, 1260 Lexington Drive, West Columbia, SC 29170; by telephone at 803.822.3050 or email atedwardsn@midlandstech.edu.Back to top6
COLLEGE INFORMATIONMidlands Technical College faculty and staff intend to provide current, accurate information on programs and services to allstudents, whether they are attending classes on campus or are enrolled in distance education courses. Prospective and enrolledstudents can access current information on Midlands Technical College’s homepage at WWW.MIDLANDSTECH.EDU.ACADEMIC AND CAREER ADVISINGAcademic and Career Advisors help students in academic programs evaluate their long-range career and educational goals toenroll in, p
Welcome to Midlands Technical College! Whether you are looking for a great career to be competitive in our global society or to transfer to a four-year college, enrolling at MTC was an excellent decision. As you look through the MTC Student Handbook, you'll find extensive resources to help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
