Dec 22, 2024  
2019-2020 College Catalog 
    
2019-2020 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Programs At-A-Glance


   
Arts  & Sciences Division    Eligible for Federal or State Financial Aid

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Associate in Arts, A.A.     
Designed for students planning to obtain the first two years of work at TCTC before transferring to pursue careers in liberal arts-related fields. Yes
Day
Evening
Online
Hybrid
Anderson
Easley
Pendleton
University Transfer
Associate in Science, A.S. 
Designed for students planning to obtain the first two years of work at TCTC before transferring to pursue careers in science-related areas. Yes
Day
Evening
Online
Hybrid
Anderson
Easley
Pendleton
University Transfer
University Studies Certificate 
Designed with the flexibility of majors in mind, for students who wish to transfer with a minimum of thirty (30) credit hours to a senior institution. No Day
Evening
Anderson
Easley
Oconee
Pendleton
University Transfer
Business & Public Services Division Eligible for Federal or State Financial Aid

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Accounting, A.A.S.   
Designed for students wishing to prepare for employment at the junior accountancy level in business, public or nonprofit accounting. Yes Day
Evening
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Accounting - Office Specialist Emphasis, A. A. S.  
Prepares students with the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level accounting positions that require specialized office skills. Yes
Day
Evening
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Administrative Office Technology, A.A.S.   
Provides students with basic office skills, as well as the skills to operate computers and other high-tech equipment used in the modern office. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Administrative Office Technology - Medical Emphasis, A.A.S.  
Provides comprehensive training in the specialized skills and knowledge of office procedures needed for employment as general office professionals in the medical field. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton

Business Administration,  Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing

Administrative Support Diploma   
Prepares students for employment as administrative specialists, receptionists or similar office positions. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration,  Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Audio Production Certificate  
Prepares students to work with audio across media platforms; includes instruction in Adobe Audition and ProTools. Yes Day Pendleton Arts, AV Technology & Communications
Bookkeeping Certificate  
Prepares students with basic skills for an entry level position in bookkeeping. No
Day
Evening
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Business Administration, A.A.S.  
Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and abilities required for skilled administrator positions in domestic and global enterprises.  This program develops business acumen, teamwork, leadership, problem-solving and decision-making skills required for business administrators, specialists, and associates. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Business Administration - Banking and Finance Emphasis, A.A.S.  
Expands students’ understanding of the financial and securities markets as well as how financial institutions operate in a global economy. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Business Administration - Entrepreneur Emphasis, A.A.S.  
Expands the students’ understanding of how to develop and manage entrepreneurial enterprises. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Business Administration - Management Emphasis, A.A.S.  
Expands students’ skills and knowledge in the areas of management principles and functions and people management.  Program prepares students for entry-level managerial positions. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Business Administration - Marketing Emphasis, A.A.S.  
Develops skills specifically related to the marketing and sales functions of institutions. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration , Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Business Administration - Operations Management Emphasis, A.A.S.  
Expands students’ skills and knowledge in the areas of management principles and functions and people management. Program prepares students for entry-level managerial positions. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Business Foundations Certificate  
This certificate provides a foundation in business “basics” and offers a credential to those seeking employment in business. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton   Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Child Care Management Certificate  
Prepares students to operate a child care center with focus on budgeting, state regulations, curriculum, and center organization. Yes Day Pendelton Education & Training
Computer Technology - Cybersecurity and Forensics Emphasis, A.A.S.  
Prepares graduates for employment by providing skills in technical support, forensic investigation, computer and network security, and network administration. 
Yes Day
Online
Anderson
Easley
Oconee
Pendleton
Information Technology
Computer Technology - Network Systems Management Emphasis, A.A.S.  
Provides graduates with skills in technical support, router configuration and security, network systems administration, and network security. Yes Day
Online
Anderson
Easley
Oconee
Pendleton
Information Technology
Computer Technology - Software and Web Development Emphasis, A.A.S.  
Provides applications software development skills in a variety of languages for delivery on a variety of platforms such as computers, web, and mobile. Yes Day
Online
Anderson
Easley
Oconee
Pendleton
Information Technology
Criminal Justice Technology, A.A.S.  
Provides students with critical insight to understanding the complexities of each component within the Criminal Justice System.  Students will acquire foundational knowledge and skills necessary to pursue entry-level opportunities within the Criminal Justice System. Yes Day
Online
Anderson
Pendleton
 Law, Public Safety, Government
Criminal Justice Technology - Paralegal Studies Emphasis, A.A.S.  
Designed for students to acquire foundational knowledge and skills necessary to pursue entry-level opportunities within the legal system. Yes Day
Online
Pendleton  Law, Public Safety, Government
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Operations Emphasis, A.A.S  
In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities developed in the Criminal Justice Degree students will take specialty courses in force simulation lab, police patrol operations, and defensive tactics training. Yes Day
Online
Anderson
Pendleton
 Law, Public Safety, Government
Criminal Justice Leadership and Management Certificate  
Provides a foundation for individuals to be effective supervisors, skilled communicators, and strategic problem solvers. Yes Day
Online
Pendleton  Law, Public Safety, Government
Criminal Justice - Loss Prevention and Security Emphasis, A.A.S  
In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities developed in the Criminal Justice Degree students will take specialty courses in industrial and retail security as well as loss prevention operations. Yes Day
Online
Anderson
Pendleton
 Law, Public Safety, Government
Data Entry Clerk Certificate  
Prepares students for employment in an entry-level data entry position. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Digital Production Techniques Certificate  
Prepares students for a career in multimedia, including video and emerging technologies such as web and computer graphics. Yes Day Pendleton Arts, AV Technology & Communications
Early Care and Education, A.A.S.  
Provides students with learning opportunities to pursue their education in the field of early childhood, as well as to formalize their prior experiences with young children (birth through 8 years of age). Yes Day Pendleton Education & Training
Early Childhood Development Certificate   
Provides students with learning opportunities to pursue their education in the field of early childhood, as well as to formalize their prior experiences with young children (birth through 8 years of age). Yes Day Pendleton Education & Training
Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management Certificate  
This certificate is designed to provide a foundation in entrepreneurship/small business basics. It provides a credential for those seeking employment in a small business and to those desiring to start a small business. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Graphic Communications Certificate  
Teaches an understanding of design principles for the graphic design workplace. Yes Day Pendleton Arts, AV Technology & Communications
Infant/Toddler Certificate  
Combines educational theory and practical application necessary for nurturing infants and toddlers. Yes Day Pendleton Education & Training
Media Arts Business Certificate  
Prepares students to work in the business, sales and marketing of multi-media platforms and content. No Day Pendleton Arts, AV Technology & Communications
Media Arts Production, A.A.S.  
Teaches students to write, light, shoot, record and edit content for electronic media, while developing personal talents and styles as communicators. Yes Day Pendleton Arts, AV Technology & Communications
Medical Office Specialist Certificate  
Prepares students for employment as general office professionals in the medical field. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Office Support Specialist Certificate  
Designed for the student who desires to develop entry-level skills as an office support person in a computer-oriented environment. Yes Day
Evening
Online
Pendleton Business Administration, Accounting, Administrative Office, Marketing
Photography Certificate  
Prepares students with the skills needed to produce photography for electronic media, portraiture, and print. Yes Day Pendleton Arts, AV Technology & Communications
Engineering & Industrial Technology Division Eligible for Federal or State Financial Aid

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Automotive Braking Systems Certificate   
Prepares students to work with various braking systems utilized in today’s passenger vehicles. No Day
 
Pendleton Manufacturing
Automotive Engine Electrical Systems Certificate   
Prepares students to work with various engine electrical systems utilized in today’s passenger vehicles. No Day
 
Pendleton Manufacturing
Automotive Engine Performance Systems Certificate   
Prepares students to work with various engine performance systems utilized in today’s vehicles. No Day
 
Pendleton Manufacturing
Automotive Technology, A.A.S.  
Designed to prepare students to become proficient, entry-level automotive technicians. Yes Day Pendleton Manufacturing
Automotive Transmission Systems Certificate   
Prepares students to work with various transmission systems utilized in today’s passenger vehicles. No Day
 
Pendleton Manufacturing
CNC Programming and Operations, A.A.S.  

Prepares students to work as CNC programmers and operators with manufactures requiring high production volumes or short run batches of discrete parts.

**Note: A student is only able to take the first two semesters at Oconee Campus.

Yes Day
 
Industrial Technology Center
**Oconee Campus
Manufacturing
Engineering Design Technology, A.A.S.  
Prepares students to translate product ideas into engineering drawings using computer software and gives them the skills to draw mechanical parts in 3D and to use CAD/CAM software and equipment to produce parts. Yes Day Pendleton Architecture & Construction;
Manufacturing
Engineering Science - Transfer Certificate  
Covers courses ordinarily required of freshmen students who wish to major in a four-year engineering program. No Day
Evening
Pendleton Manufacturing
General Engineering Technology, A.A.S.  
Teaches students how computers communicate with machines, as well as how to program and troubleshoot computers, robots and automated equipment. Yes Day
Evening
Pendleton Manufacturing
Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning Technology, A.A.S.  
Teaches the fundamentals of heating and air systems from building and installing systems to repairing, maintaining and operating systems. Yes Day
Evening
Pendleton Architecture & Construction;
Manufacturing
HVAC Apprentice Certificate  
Prepares students to do entry-level work in the HVAC Industry. Yes Day
Evening
Pendleton Architecture & Construction;
Manufacturing
HVAC Installer Certificate  
Prepares student for residential equipment sizing and installation. Yes Day
Evening
Pendleton Architecture & Construction;
Manufacturing
Industrial Electronics Technology, A.A.S.  

Trains future multiskilled  technicians.

**Note: A student is only able to take the first two semesters at the Anderson and Oconee Campuses.

Yes Day
Evening
** Anderson
Pendleton
**Oconee
Williamston Career & Technology Center
Architecture & Construction;
Manufacturing
Industrial Welding Certificate  
Offers hands-on, practical training in basic and advanced techniques for welding steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, in structural and pipe applications and other welding skills. Yes Day
Evening
Industrial Technology Center Architecture & Construction;
Manufacturing
Introduction to CNC Certificate  
Provides students with an overview of basic CNC mill and lathe operations, set-up and programming. No Day
 
Industrial Technology Center Manufacturing
Introduction to Machining Certificate  
Prepares students to safely operate machines: to utilize appropriate speeds, feeds and tooling; and to use precision measuring instruments. No Day Industrial Technology Center Manufacturing
Introduction to Manufacturing Management Technology Certificate  
Designed for students interested in acquiring the skills needed to be a manager in a manufacturing environment. No Day
Evening
Pendleton Manufacturing
Introduction to Quality Assurance Certificate  
Provides students with basic skills needed by a quality assurance technician in a manufacturing environment. No Day
Evening
Pendleton Manufacturing
Manual and CNC Fundamentals Certificate  
Provides students with the basic knowledge and skills to operate CNC Machinery, Manual Machinery, and design/produce parts using CAD/CAM software. No Day
Industrial Technology Center
Oconee Campus
Manufacturing
Manual Machining Certificate  
Prepares students to interpret blueprints; use correct mathematical formulas to manufacture correct parts; and produce high quality parts using manual machines in tight tolerance applications. No Day
Industrial Technology Center
Oconee Campus
Manufacturing
Manufacturing and Continuous Process Improvement Certificate  
Designed for the student interested in continuous improvement systems for quality, productivity, waste, and cost in a manufacturing environment. No Day
 
Pendleton Manufacturing
Manufacturing Management and Leadership, A.A.S.   
Equips students for careers as supervisors/team leaders in manufacturing by teaching leadership and communication skills, Lean Manufacturing practices, production scheduling, quality principles, managerial accounting and industrial safety. Yes Day
Evening
Pendleton Manufacturing
MML - Production and Operations Emphasis, A.A.S.  
Covers the basics of the manufacturing environment, culture, processes and values, and includes leadership, safety, quality, production scheduling, and lean manufacturing principles. Yes Day Pendleton Manufacturing
Manufacturing Operators I Certificate  
This program prepares students with the skills and knowledge to function effectively as an operator in the manufacturing environment. No Day Pendleton Manufacturing
Manufacturing Production I Certificate  
This certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in manufacturing and to successfully continue technical and postsecondary study needed for career growth and advancement. No Day Pendleton Manufacturing
Manufacturing Production II Certificate  
This certificate prepares students for job advancement in manufacturing through greater understanding of and skills applicable to core manufacturing processes. No Day Pendleton Manufacturing
Mechatronics Technology, A.A.S.   

Students will learn to safely install, disassemble and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, robotic and control components in an automated system.

**Note: A student is only able to take the first two semesters at the Anderson and Oconee Campuses.

Yes Day
Evening
** Anderson
**Oconee
Pendleton
Williamston Career & Technology Center
Manufacturing
Multi-Process Welding Certificate  
Focuses on SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding for application in the industry Yes Day
Evening
Industrial Technology Center Architecture & Construction; Manufacturing
SMAW Pipe Welding Certificate  
Focuses on SMAW welding of steel for application in the structural steel and pipeline industry. Yes Day
Evening
Industrial Technology Center Architecture & Construction; Manufacturing
SMAW Structural Welding Certificate  
Focuses on SMAW welding of steel for application in the structural steel industry. No Day
Evening
Industrial Technology Center Architecture & Construction; Manufacturing
Technical Operators I Certificate  
Designed to give students the knowledge needed to understand basic DC Electrical/Electronic fundamentals and operate electrical/electronic manufacturing equipment. No Day
Evening
Anderson
Oconee
Pendleton
Manufacturing
Technical Operators II Certificate  
Prepares students to read electrical schematic diagrams, and perform entry level wiring on various process control circuits.  Introduction to employable skills and basic quality control is emphasized. No Day
Evening
Anderson
Oconee
Pendleton
Manufacturing
Welding Technology Concentration, General Technology, A.A.S. 
Offers hands-on, practical training in basic and advanced techniques for welding steel, stainless steel, aluminum and pipe, and other welding skills. Yes Day
Evening
Industrial Technology Center Architecture & Construction; Manufacturing
 Health Education Division Eligible for Federal or State Financial Aid

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Emergency Medical Technology, A.A.S.    
This degree prepares students to provide emergency medical support and transport to injured or critically ill people. Yes Day
Evening
Easley  Health Science
The EMT Advanced Certificate will prepare students for the Advanced EMT (AEMTT) national certificate.
Yes Day
Evening
Easley Health Science
Expanded Duty Dental Assisting Diploma   
Provides the skills necessary to provide patient education, apply pit & fissure sealants, produce intra-oral & extra-oral radiographs, polish teeth and fillings, assist a dentist and manage dental offices. Yes Day  Pendleton  Health Science
L.P.N. TO A.D.N.  
Offers a pathway for students who have a current, active, and unencumbered SC LPN license to enter the Nursing (A.D.N.) program (dependent upon meeting other admissions requirements and space availability). Yes Day Pendleton Health Science
Medical Assisting Diploma   
Prepares students with the education and practical experience to work in ambulatory care settings, performing administrative and clinical duties. Yes Day  Pendleton  Health Science
Medical Laboratory Technology, A.A.S.   
Teaches students methods and procedures used to perform tests analyzing human blood, body fluid and urine samples for the detection, diagnosis and treatment of illness and disease. Yes Day Pendleton  Health Science
Nursing (A.D.N.), A.A.S.  
Prepares students to function effectively as registered nurses on a health care team. Yes Day Pendleton Health Science
Nursing Preparation Certificate  
Prepares students to work in a variety of health care settings. No Day Pendleton Health Science
Paramedic Certificate  
This certificate will prepare students for national certification as an EMT Paramedic. Yes  Day
Evening
Easley Health Science
Personal Care Aide   
This certificate prepares students for personal care aide positions in home or health care environments. No Day Pendleton Health Science
Practical Nursing Diploma   
Prepares students to be beginning-level nurses under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.  Yes  Day
Evening
Easley
 
 Health Science
Pre-Dental Hygiene Certificate   
Offers Phase I of an Associate Degree in Health Science - Dental Hygiene (awarded following successful completion of the second phase, to be taken at Greenville Tech). No Day Anderson
Easley 
Pendleton
 Health Science
Pre-Pharmacy Concentration, General Technology, A.A.S.   
Fulfills prerequisite course requirement for application to University of SC College of Pharmacy, Medical University of SC College of Pharmacy, Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy, South University College of Pharmacy and Wingate University School of Pharmacy (Hendersonville, NC), and most colleges of pharmacy in the Southeastern U.S. with individualized advisement. Yes Day
Evening
Pendleton  Health Science
Surgical Technology Diploma   
Prepares students to perform various duties during surgery by assisting in the maintenance of an aseptic environment through a system of specific techniques and practices. Yes  Day  Pendleton  Health Science
Veterinary Technology, A.A.S.   
Prepares students to provide professional and technical support to veterinarians; biomedical researchers; other scientists; and industries including patient care, surgical support and laboratory procedures. Yes  Day
Evening
Pendleton  Health Science