sPRING 2017 Orientation Booklet - Final

Welcome to 

Georgia Piedmont 

Technical College! 

Spring 2017 

New Student 

Orientation Guide 

DR. JABARI SIMAMA 

PRESIDENT

TECHNOLOGY CHECKLIST 

New students, make sure you familiarize yourself with 

GPTC technology! 

Make sure you remember 

your: 

❶ 900 Student ID # 

❷ 6 Digit Pin 

❸ GPTC Email Address 

Check your GPTC email 

Upon acceptance to Georgia Piedmont Technical College, you will be entered into our database and your student email 

account will be created. For example: The username for Keith Staple would be kstaple and the email address would be 

kstaple@student.gptc.edu. To access your account through the web, open Internet Explorer and type 

http://outlook.com/student.gptc.edu in the address window then press Enter to access your Office 365 account. 

Access Banner Web 

Go to www.gptc.edu online and click on Banner Web at the top of the screen. 

Login to Blackboard 

Blackboard is a web-based learning environment used at Georgia Piedmont to enable educators to enhance on-campus 

learning and/or deliver distance only learning by bringing their course materials, class discussions, assignments and 

assessments to the Web. Blackboard goes live at GPTC Spring 2016! Go to page 20 for instructions on how to access 

blackboard. 

Contact GPTC’s Help Desk for Technology Support if needed 

Students can contact the Help Desk by dialing 404-297-9522 extension 5299. Students also have access to the GPTC 

Student HUB where technicians help students connect to the wireless network, resolve virus/malware infections, service 

slow or unresponsive systems and install course-related and anti-virus software. 

Student HUB Locations: Newton Campus: Room 102 (extension 3114) | DeKalb Campus Room 021 (extension 1192) 

Download important school documents 

Download the Academic Catalog, Student Handbook or current semester Registration Guide by visiting www.gptc.edu, click 

on search box and type in the word “publications.” Find the document you would like to download. 

Emergency Alert Sign up 

Sign up for the GPTC Emergency Alert System, so that you can be informed of any emergencies via text or emails. To sign 

up, go to www.gptc.edu, click on “Emergency Alerts” at the top of the page. Read and follow set-up directions.

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

Divisions and Programs of Study………………………3 

How to Apply and Register………………………………7 

Advisement……………………………………………………9 

Tuition and Fees…………………………………………..10 

Financial Aid…………………………………………………12 

Payment………………………………………………………13 

Policies and Procedures…………………………..…17 

Course Formats………………………………………..19 

Program Advisor Contact List……………………..21 

Academic Calendar……………………………………26 

Frequently Called Numbers……………………..…27 

Campus Locations…………………………………….27 

Student Services……………………………………….….14 

AT A GLANCE 

ACADEMICS 

◦ Get to know your faculty advisor, chairpersons, and deans 

ADMISSIONS AND RECORDS 

◦ Name change (married, divorce, other reasons) 

◦ Address change – don’t let our refund money go to the wrong address! 

◦ Change program of study 

◦ Apply for graduation 

◦ Pick up credentials after graduation 

ADVISING, CAREER AND RETENTION (ACRS) 

◦ Clarification of career and academic goals 

◦ Assistance with trouble shooting registration 

◦ Help with preparing and looking for work/creating resumes 

◦ Counseling services 

◦ Someone to talk to when you’re having academic troubles 

CAMPUS POLICE 

◦ Get your parking decal 

CASHIER’S WINDOW 

◦ Understand what you owe and make 

payment arrangements 

FINANCIAL AID 

◦ Understand your funding resources 

◦ Check the status of your financial aid 

SPECIAL SERVICES AND VETERANS 

◦ Meet with advisors to discuss your VA 

benefits 

◦ Meet with advisors to discuss any special 

accommodations you may need 

STUDENT ACTIVITIES 

◦ Get involved in clubs & organizations 

◦ Get your Student ID or validate your ID 

As set forth in its student catalog, Georgia Piedmont Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, 

gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special 

circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: 

Title IX Coordinator: Debra Gordon, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, Georgia Piedmont Technical College, 495 North Indian Creek Drive, 

Clarkston, GA 30021, Rm 103A, gordond@gptc.edu, 404 297-9522, Ext.1176. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Compliance Officer: Lolita 

Morrison, Director Human Resources, Georgia Piedmont Technical College, 495 North Indian Creek Drive, Clarkston, GA 30021, Rm 157A, 

morrisonl@gptc.edu, 404 297-9522, Ext. 1210 ADA/504 Coordinator: Lisa Peters, Special Services Director, Georgia Piedmont Technical College, 495 

North Indian Creek Drive, Clarkston, GA 30021, Rm 170A, petersl@gptc.edu, 404 297-9522, Ext. 1154 . Equity Coordinator: Roz Bogle, Equity 

Coordinator, Georgia Piedmont Technical College, 495 North Indian Creek Drive, Clarkston, GA 30021, Rm 170A, bogler@gptc.edu, 404 297-9522, Ext. 

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PAYMENT DEADLINE: JANUARY 11, 6:00pm 

NOTE: 

Spring classes start Saturday, January 7, 2017. If you register after the term starts you may be subject to a late fee. We 

will do our best to let you know if you are in danger of falling into the drop zone. But it is your responsibility to manage 

your finances and pay your tuition and fees on time.

On behalf of the Division of Academic and 

Student Affairs, welcome to Georgia 

Piedmont Technical College (GPTC)! It is my 

pleasure and privilege to serve as your 

Executive Vice President. As you may know, 

GPTC is a special place where students 

explore and develop their passions, faculty 

challenge students to be critical thinkers, and 

where students participate in activities 

outside of the classroom to engage their full 

potential. 

Our goal is to make sure that your transition to GPTC is seamless and easy as 

possible. We hope that your time here is enjoyable and rewarding. At GPTC we 

are constantly thinking of ways to make our processes more efficient and 

accessible, so we would love to hear your feedback, particularly if you have had 

any challenges throughout the process. As a new student, you are bound to 

have questions, so please feel free to contact me or any member of my staff if 

we can be of service. Our number one priority is to serve students and to make 

sure the student experience at GPTC is nothing less than the best. 

Whether we are the first office you come to for assistance or the last place you 

think to call, our staff is here to help make every day a great day to be at 

GPTC! 

Best wishes for an engaging and productive year, 

Ivan L. Harrell II., Ph.D. 

Executive Vice President 

Academic & Student Affairs 

Email me at harrelli@gptc.edu 

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DIVISIONS AND PROGRAMS OF STUDY 

Our faculty are well qualified, both in education and experience, to provide students with the workforce skills 

needed in today’s competitive market. Practical experience is gained through internships. 

School of Business & Computer Information 

Systems 

Business Technologies 

Accounting 

Apartment Industry Management 

Banking and Finance 

Business Administration 

Business Technology 

Business Management 

Health Information Management 

Hospitality Management 

Transit Systems Manager 

Transit Supervisor 

Marketing Management 

Medical Billing Clerk 

Medical Front Office Assistant 

Information Technology 

Computer Programming 

Computer Support 

Database 

Networking 

Cyber Forensics 

Technical Specailist 

Economic Development 

Commercial Truck Driving 

Electrical Line Worker Apprentice 

School of Arts & Sciences/Learning Support 

History/Political Science 

Humanities/Fine Arts 

Learning Support 

Mathematics/Natural Sciences 

Social/Behavioral Sciences 

School of Public Safety and Legal Studies 

Law Enforcement Academy 

Criminal Justice Technology 

Emergency Medical Technology 

Paramedic Technology 

Forensics 

Paralegal Studies 

School of Health & Professional Services 

Health Technologies 

Certified Nursing Assistant 

Clinical Laboratory Technology 

Nurse Aide 

Opticianry 

Phlebotomy Technician Training 

Practical Nursing 

Medical Assisting 

Professional Services 

Cosmetology 

Barbering 

Division of Industrial & Transportation 

Technologies 

Industrial 

Air Conditioning Technology 

Building Automation Systems 

Commercial Refrigeration 

Computer Graphics & Design (Drafting) 

Electrical / Computer Engineering Technology 

Electrical Power Equipment Technician 

Electronics Technology 

Green Technologies Academy 

Welding and Joining Technology 

Transportation 

Automotive Technology 

Automotive Technology 

Mobility / Light Vehicle Technician 

Motorcycle Service Technology 

Transit Electronics Technician 

Division of New Media, Education & Strategic 

Partnerships 

Media 

Design and Media Production 

Recording Arts Technology 

Education 

Early Childhood Care and Education 

Occupational Technology

NEW STUDENTS 

First Year FOCUS 

Advisors in the Advising, Career and Retention Services 

(ACRS) centers at all campuses are responsible for 

meeting with all new students at Georgia Piedmont 

Technical College. During these sessions, advisors 

discuss students’ career goals, program of study 

requirements, life dynamics and support services 

needed to assist them with completing their goals. The 

advisement process was created with specific steps in 

advising and registration to equip students with the 

skills needed to develop a shared responsibility in the 

academic process. The steps include: assessment 

(placement scores), post-test advising, registration and 

mandatory orientation sessions prior to first day of 

class. Complete the following steps for enrollment at 

GPTC. 

Submit Admissions Application 

New, transfer, and students returning to GPTC after 12 

months off must complete and submit an application 

for admission. Apply online at www.gptc.edu or in 

person at any campus. There is a non-refundable $25 

application fee. An application fee is not required of a 

former credit seeking student. You may pay online by 

credit, debit or Visa / MasterCard gift cards. If you wish 

to pay by cash, check, or money order, you can 

complete the application online then go to Admissions 

& Records on campus. 

Submit transcripts 

You will be asked to submit transcripts if you have 

attended high school or earned a GED, want credits 

earned from another college or university transferred 

to GPTC (official transcripts may be sent or delivered to 

Admissions & Records in a sealed envelope). 

Apply for Financial Aid 

Financial Aid qualifications vary. All students should 

complete the federal government’s Free Application for 

Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at 

www.fafsa.ed.gov. GPTC’s school code is 016582. 

You must complete the FAFSA for all financial aid. 

Access College E-mail and Student ID Number 

Your student e-mail address is the official means of 

communication with GPTC. GPTC personnel will not 

respond to e-mails sent from your personal email 

account / address. Current students must send e-mail 

communications via their assigned GPTC e-mail 

address only. The student e-mail account / address is 

assigned by GPTC and mailed (via US Postal Service) 

when you are admitted to the College. GPTC will send 

all student related correspondence, including 

registration and financial information, to your College 

issued e-mail address. It is the student’s responsibility 

to access the assigned GPTC student e-mail to remain 

informed. 

The Student ID Number is a nine-digit number 

beginning with #900, and used by students to gain 

access to their academic and financial records. For 

security purposes, students must use their Student 

Number for all transactions. Student Numbers are 

assigned at the time of admission to the College. 

Complete Placement Testing 

Schedule a placement test by calling the Assessment 

Center. The purpose of the test is to ensure your 

advisor is able to place you in the appropriate courses 

to be most successful. Please note that students with 

satisfactory scores on the SAT, ACT, ASSET, or 

COMPASS are not required to test so check with 

Admissions & Records to find out if this is necessary for 

you. 

Meet with an ACRS advisor and register for 

Mandatory Orientation 

To start off in the right direction, you must meet with 

an Academic Advisor to discuss your test scores, career 

goals, campus resources and register for a mandatory 

orientation session, and your first semester courses. 

. Instructions for Registration are on Page 7. 

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Print & Pay 

Print your completed course schedule and fee 

statement and take it to the Cashier Office at either the 

DeKalb or Newton campus for payment. You may pay 

by cash, check, money order, Visa, MasterCard, or 

Discover. The cashier will give you a receipt. 

Alternatively, you can pay online. 

Obtain Student ID and Parking Permit 

GPTC students, faculty, and staff are required to wear 

and / or clearly display their identification (ID) badges 

while on campus at all times. IDs are issued by the 

Office of Student Activities on the DeKalb Campus and 

the Information Office on the Newton Campus. A 

current Schedule / Invoice must be presented to 

receive a new Student ID or validation. Student ID 

badges are valid for the current term only and must be 

validated each term. 

A current validated student ID will be required to 

access any on-campus student support areas such as 

computer labs or libraries. 

A student must register their vehicle and receive a 

school-parking permit. DeKalb Campus student parking 

permits are available during the Registration process 

and at the Campus Security Office. Newton Campus 

student parking permits are available during the 

registration process and in the Information Office. To 

register your vehicle take the tag number of the vehicle 

and your current Student ID or student invoice with 

you. The permit must be displayed and clearly visible 

at all times the vehicle is on campus. 

The registration of vehicles, parking regulations, and 

the observance of reserved spaces must be adhered to 

at all times. Parking fines will be issued to students 

who do not comply with the rules and regulations as 

outlined below. No vehicle is to be left on campus after 

school hours without a special permit. GPTC is not 

liable for damage to vehicles parked on campus. 

Purchase Books 

You can purchase your books and necessary supplies 

at the Bookstore on the DeKalb or Newton campus. 

RETURNING STUDENTS 

Complete the following steps for the upcoming 

semester. 

Apply for Financial Aid 

All students planning to receive aid should complete 

the online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. GPTC’s school code is 

016582. Ensure the FAFSA has been submitted for the 

current academic year. Check Banner Web for 

additional requirements. 

Meet with your Advisor & Register for classes 

You must meet with your Academic or Program Advisor 

to plan an appropriate class schedule. Then register for 

your classes on your own. Instructions for Registration 

are on Page 7. 

Print & Pay 

Print your completed course schedule and fee 

statement and take it to the Cashier Office at either the 

DeKalb or Newton campus for payment. You may pay 

by cash, check, money order, Visa, MasterCard, or 

Discover. 

The cashier will give you a receipt. Alternatively, you 

can pay online. 

Validate Student ID 

Student ID badges must be validated each term. A 

current Schedule / Invoice must be presented to 

receive validation. IDs are issued by the Office of 

Student Activities on the DeKalb Campus and the 

Information Office on the Newton Campus. 

Purchase Books 

You can purchase your books and necessary supplies 

at the Bookstore on the DeKalb or Newton campus. 

TRANSFER STUDENTS 

Applicants previously enrolled in one or more 

institutions of higher education who wish to enroll in a 

credit program at GPTC can be admitted when the 

following are submitted to the Admissions Office: 

 

 

 

A completed application form. 

A $25.00 non-refundable application fee. 

An official high school transcript or GED scores. 

If the transcript is in a language other than 

English, 

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an official English translation is also required. If an 

applicant has an associate degree or a baccalaureate 

degree, a high school transcript is not required. 

• Official transcripts from all colleges, universities, and 

technical colleges previously attended. 

• Satisfactory scores on the COMPASS, SAT, ACT, or 

the ASSET Test. 

Transfer students will follow the same steps as a New 

Student. 

TRANSIENT STUDENTS 

Students who submit a Transient Agreement Letter 

from their home institution are granted Transient 

admission status. The Transient Agreement Letter 

should verify that the student is in good standing and 

should list the courses the student is eligible to take. A 

current Transient Agreement Letter is required for each 

semester of enrollment. A transient student is one who 

has been or is regularly enrolled at another institution, 

who expects to return to that institution, but who 

desires to enroll temporarily at GPTC. Credit earned at 

GPTC is not automatically forwarded to the second 

institution. An official transcript must be requested 

through the Registrar’s Office. Transient students 

desiring to continue enrollment as transfer students 

must reapply for admission and satisfactorily complete 

all transfer requirements. The applicant for transient 

status must: 

 

 

 

 

 

Submit a completed application to the 

Admissions Office. 

Pay $25 non-refundable application fee (check, 

money order or credit card). This is a one-time 

fee. 

Present a statement with the application from 

the proper official of the institution last 

attended giving the student permission to enroll 

at GPTC. If permission is to be granted for two 

semesters it must be indicated in the letter of 

transiency. Otherwise, the transient status must 

be renewed after the first semester. 

Submit with the application written permission 

from the parent institution stating the course(s) 

that fit the student’s educational objectives that 

will be accepted by the parent institution. 

Present a letter from the parent institution 

certifying that the parent institution will retain 

responsibility for the issuance of the I-20 form during 

the transient semester(s) for International, F-1, and M- 

1 Visa students. 

A student desiring to be a Transient student from GPTC 

(home college) to a College within the Technical 

College System of Georgia (TCSG) system (host 

college) must apply for transiency through Georgia 

Virtual Technical Connection (GVTC), www.gvtc.org. 

Once the application is submitted, it is reviewed by 

GVTC and an e-mail is submitted to Admissions & 

Records for reviewing and processing. An e-mail 

notification is sent to the student. Students desiring to 

be a Transient student from GPTC (home college) to a 

College outside the Technical College System of 

Georgia (TCSG) system must complete and submit a 

Transient Request Form. The Form is available at 

www.gptc.edu and Admissions & Records. Once the 

application is submitted, it is reviewed and 

approved/denied by the Registrar. The Transient Letter 

is mailed to the host college with a copy to the 

student. Requirements to be a Transient Student from 

GPTC are: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Must be currently enrolled with Regular 

admission status 

Must be in good standing 

Must have a 2.0 cumulative grade point 

average or better 

Must have no financial holds 

Take only a course(s) applicable to your 

program of study 

Meet all prerequisite/co-requisite course 

requirements 

MOVE ON WHEN READY 

High school students are subject to the same 

assessment and placement policies and procedures as 

other students. Students must adhere to GPTC 

guidelines and complete the appropriate paperwork. 

High school students earn transcripted college credit 

for courses. In most cases, students may earn both 

high school and college credit for a college course that 

meets the curriculum requirements of the approved 

high school course.

REGISTRATION 

Prior to registering for classes, each student must see their Academic or Program Advisor to determine the 

appropriate course to be taken that semester. 

HOW TO REGISTER FOR CLASS: 

Go Online 

Visit www.gptc.edu online and click on BANNER WEB 

at the top of the screen. 

Click on I am a new student; or I am a currently 

enrolled or former student 

New students will complete the Student Enrollment 

Form and New Student Survey. Current or Former 

students, click ENTER SECURE AREA and enter 

required information. 

Enter your Student ID Number and your 

Personal Identification Number (PIN) 

First time users: your PIN is a randomly generated 6 

character password sent to your student e-mail 

account. 

**Outstanding Balances Prompt** 

A prompt may appear requesting AUTHORIZATION TO 

COLLECT CURRENT OUTSTANDING BALANCES. Click 

Accept or Decline. 

Click on STUDENT AND FINANCIAL AID 

Click on REGISTRATION 

NOTE: If you have a “hold” on your record, you will not 

be allowed to register. Click on the hyperlink at the 

bottom of the page to view your “hold”. You must take 

care of your “hold” before you can proceed. 

**VERY IMPORTANT** You must allow a 60 – 

90 second response time. 

NOTE: All registration errors (time conflicts, 

prerequisite / test score errors, closed courses, etc.) 

will be stated at the bottom of the screen clearly 

marked with a STOP sign. The reason the course(s) 

was not added is stated under the status column. 

These must be corrected to register. 

REGISTRATION FEE ASSESSMENT 

Scroll to top of form. Click on MENU then click on 

REGISTRATION FEE ASSESSMENT. This screen displays 

tuition and fees that you must pay to reserve your 

schedule. You should print and present to the Cashier 

Office or the Financial Aid Office, then keep for your 

information/reference. 

STUDENT DETAIL SCHEDULE 

Scroll to top of form. Click on MENU then click on 

STUDENT DETAIL SCHEDULE. This screen includes all 

registered courses with day, time, location, instructor, 

etc. You should print and keep for your information / 

reference. 

**For Security Reasons** Click on EXIT. 

Once you have completed your registration, it is 

necessary for you to close your browser. 

Click on ADD / DROP CLASSES. 

This page is used to register for classes. In the Add 

Class section, enter all Course Reference Numbers then 

Click on SUBMIT CHANGES. Once registered, your 

schedule will appear on the screen. 

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COURSE ADD POLICIES 

During late registration students will no longer be able 

to add a course after it has met one time. For example, 

if a course meets at 9:00 am on Mondays and 

Wednesdays, you will only be able to add the class 

until 8:59 on Monday. You will not be able to add the 

class at 9:00 am on Monday or later. 

Students will no longer be able to register for courses 

outside of their program major, without seeing an 

advisor. The advisor may provide an override and 

should inform the student that courses outside of their 

program major will not be paid by financial aid and the 

student is responsible for paying the tuition and fees 

for that course(s). An example would be a cosmetology 

student registering for a welding course. 

TUITION REFUNDS 

All tuition and fees, excluding the application fees, will 

be refunded if a student formally withdraws from all 

classes before the first day of any semester. Students 

withdrawing by the end of the scheduled Drop- 

Add/Late Registration period of the semester shall 

receive a 100% refund of applicable tuition (hours 

below the 15-hour tuition cap) and applicable 

refundable fees, excluding the application fee. Students 

withdrawing after the scheduled Drop-Add/Late 

Registration period shall receive no refund. The late 

registration fee or drop-add fee is non-refundable. See 

the Academic Calendar for information about when 

each semester begins and the Drop/Add schedule. If a 

student registers and never attends class (no-show) 

but does not formally withdraw from class, 

the student is liable for all class fees and associated 

expenses. For more information regarding refunds and 

withdrawals see the Withdrawal Policy. 

DROPPING / WITHDRAWING FROM A CLASS 

See Calendar on Page 26 for specific dates. 

 

 

Dropping and / or withdrawal from one or more 

courses may affect your financial aid. 

Dropping a course before or during the “Late 

Registration / Add / Drop” period each term is 

considered a “drop.” The course will not show 

up on your official transcript and you will not be 

charged for the course. If you paid for the 

course prior to dropping it you will receive a 

100% tuition refund. 

Withdrawals after the “Late Registration / Add / 

Drop” period and prior to 60% of the term will 

result in a grade of “W” on your transcript. 

Withdrawal after 60% of the term and before 

final exams begin will result in a grade on your 

transcript of “W” if you are passing the course 

at the time of withdrawal or a grade or “WF” if 

you are failing the course on the last date you 

attended class. A “WF” is computed in your GPA 

the same as an “F.” If you withdraw from a 

course you must still pay all tuition and fees for 

the course regardless of when you withdraw. 

 

Students are responsible for their own records 

and should withdraw from a course through the 

Admissions and Records Office to ensure it is 

properly recorded.

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ADVISEMENT 

Advising is a formal conversation between you and a first semester advisor or an instructor related to your 

program of study. This advisor / student partnership requires participation and involvement of both the advisor 

and the student as it is built over the student’s entire educational experience at the college. Meet with your 

advisor before you register each term. 

Advisor Responsibilities 

Understand and effectively communicate 

the curriculum, graduation requirements 

and college policies and procedures. 

 

 

Encourage and guide students to develop 

realistic goals. 

Be accessible for meeting with students via 

office hours, telephone, e-mail or web 

access. 

Student Responsibilities 

Clarify personal values, goals and provide 

advisor with accurate information regarding 

your interests and abilities. 

Co-Advisors 

Faculty who teach all levels of general studies courses to 

include English, Reading and Math. These advisors work 

with students in the selection of the appropriate general 

studies course. 

FIND YOUR ADVISOR 

For a current listing of advisors, please go to: 

www.gptc.edu 

 

 

Select QUICKLINKS drop down menu 

Select ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT then Advisor 

Schedules 

You may also call the division secretary at 404-297-9522, 

in your program area at the extensions listed below: 

 

Become knowledgeable about programs, 

policies and procedures. 

 

Business & Computer Information Systems 

Yvonne Trott, Ext. 1131 

 

Schedule regular appointments or make regular 

contacts with advisor during each semester. 

 

Arts & Sciences / Learning Support 

Lakeshia Seals, Ext. 1243 

TYPES OF ADVISORS 

Academic and Career Advisors 

Advisors who work with new students to evaluate test 

scores, transfer credit, discuss career plans, develop 

first term schedule, and assist with registering for 

classes and setting up student e-mail accounts. 

Program Advisors 

Faculty who teach the technical courses. Most of these 

program advisors will meet with you during your 

second term and beyond. However, academic and 

career advisors may refer some students to the 

program advisors immediately following test score 

evaluation. 

 

 

 

 

Industrial Technology 

Glenda Wright, Ext. 1212 

Public Safety and Legal Studies 

Carole Turner, Ext. 3315 

Health & Professional Services 

Julia Lewis, Ext. 1102 

New Media, Education and Strategic 

Partnerships 

Ayrica Williams, Ext. 1196 

See Page 3 for a listing of programs by division.

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TUITION AND FEES 

GA Resident 

$89 / credit hour 

US Resident 


Non-Resident (Not US born or US naturalized 

citizen) 


Non-Refundable Application Fee 

$25 

Registration Fee 

A registration fee of $63 / semester is charged to each 

student regardless of course format 

Late Registration Fee 

Registration fee + $45 

Campus Resources Fee 

$75 / semester, for credit students only 

Student Activity Fee 

$30 / semester, for credit students only. This is not 

charged to students whose entire schedule consists of 

online, web-based courses. 

Technology Support Fee 

$105 / semester, for credit students only 

Special Instructional Fee 

$55/ semester, for credit students only 

General Studies Natural Science Lab Fee 

$20 / semester a student is enrolled in Natural Science 

courses (Biology, Chemistry & Physics). 

Paralegal Fee 

$52 / semester, for paralegal students only to access 

online legal research sites. 

Learning Support Fee 

For students in learning support Math, Reading or 

English. $70 / learning support Math course, $45 / 

learning support Reading course, and $45 / learning 

support English course. 

Health & Wellness Fee 

$25 / semester, for credit students only. 

Graduation Fee 

$35 for students applying for graduation for a Degree, 

Diploma, or Certificate. 

**Special Programs** 

Commercial Truck Driving Certificate Program requires 

a tuition fee of $132.00 / semester credit hour (in-state 

residents), $185.00 fuel surcharge, and a $95.00 drug 

testing fee. 

The Law Enforcement Academy requires a tuition fee 

of $200.00 / semester credit hour (in-state residents). 

Some specialty programs have different fees and 

require specialized tool / instrument sets and uniforms. 

Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver 

GA residents 62 years of age or older are eligible to 

attend classes for credit or non-credit (audit) on a 

space-available basis, without tuition charged. 

Additional fees will apply. 

Courses that involve external agencies or individualized 

instruction are excluded. Individuals using a senior 

citizen tuition waiver are enrolled on a space available 

basis only during the Add / Drop period of each 

semester. Contact the Records Office for details. 

Veterans Educational Benefits 

GPTC is approved to train eligible veterans, 

dependents, and active duty personnel. If you are 

unsure of what type of VA benefits you qualify for, you 

may contact the VA Regional Office toll-free number at 

1-888-442-4551 or visit the VA website at 

www.gibill.va.gov. 

To learn more about GPTC services available to 

veterans and their families, please visit www.gptc.edu/ 

content.cfm?PageCode=finaid_veteran. This website 

includes links for more comprehensive information.

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FEE SUMMARY CHART 

Hours Tuition Registration 

GEORGIA RESIDENT 

Activity 

Fee 

Insurance 

Fee 

Technology 

Fee 

Campus 

Resources 

Fee 

Health 

& 

Wellness 

Special 

Instructional 

Fee 

1 $89 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $446 

2 $178 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $535 

3 $267 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $624 

4 $356 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $713 

5 $445 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $802 

6 $534 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $891 

7 $623 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $980 

8 $712 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,069 

9 $801 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,158 

10 $890 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,247 

11 $979 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,336 

12 $1,068 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,425 

13 $1,157 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,514 

14 $1,246 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,603 

15 $1,335 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,692 

USA RESIDENT 

1 $178 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $535 

2 $356 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $713 

3 $534 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $891 

4 $712 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,069 

5 $890 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,247 

6 $1,068 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,425 

7 $1,246 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,603 

8 $1,424 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,781 

9 $1,602 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,959 

10 $1,780 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $2,137 

11 $1,958 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $2,315 

12 $2,136 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $2,493 

13 $2,314 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $2,671 

14 $2,492 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $2,849 

15 $2,670 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $3,027 

NON-RESIDENT 

1 $356 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $713 

2 $712 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,069 

3 $1,068 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,425 

4 $1,424 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $1,781 

5 $1,780 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $2,137 

6 $2,136 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $2,493 

7 $2,492 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $2,849 

8 $2,848 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $3,205 

9 $3,204 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $3,561 

10 $3,560 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $3,917 

11 $3,916 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $4,273 

12 $4,272 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $4,629 

13 $4,628 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $4,985 

14 $4,984 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $5,341 

15 $5,340 $63 $30 $4 $105 $75 $25 $55 $5,697 

TOTAL

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FINANCIAL AID 

Deadlines 

See Calendar on Page 26 for dates. 

Financial Aid Checklist 

You may not be required to submit all of these 

documents. See Financial Document Verification below 

to identify what you will need to submit. 

Document Confirmation 

To verify all documents have been received by the 

Financial Aid Office, please check your status by 

logging on Banner Web. 

 

 

Go to www.gptc.edu 

Click Banner Web (In blue ribbon on top of 

page) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPRING: Student’s 2015 Federal Tax Return 

Transcript, 2015 IRS Wage Statement or Nonfiling 

Status Letter* 

SUMMER: Student’s 2015 Federal Tax Return 



FALL: Student’s 2015 Federal Tax Return 



Leave and Earning Statements (LES for military 

and military dependents) 

Statement of unemployment benefits 

Information on child support payments paid 

and/ or received 

Social Security benefits information/statement 

for all members of the household 

Proof of SNAP benefits 

Proof of other family members in household 

attending college (for example: registrar’s 

certificate of attendance) 

*may also need spouse’s/parents’ income 

tax return transcripts which may be 

requested at www.irs.gov 

Under ‘Tools’, Select ‘Get Transcript by Mail’ 

‘Get Transcript by Mail’ > Enter Required 

Information > Select ‘Return Transcript’ 

To make an appointment to pick up tax forms 

please call 1-844-55-5640 

To speak with an IRS agent, please call 1-800- 

829-1040 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Click I am a currently enrolled or former 

student (At bottom of page) 

Enter Secure Area (Please read this 

information) 

User ID: 900-XX-XXX PIN: XXXXXX 

Click Student & Financial Aid 

Financial Aid 

My Eligibility 

Student Requirements 

Select Aid Year 

You will see a list of documents required and 

whether or not it has been satisfied. Remember 

all students do not have to submit the same 

documents so check to see what is required of 

you. 

If you need help retrieving your User ID/PIN, 

please contact Student Support at ext. 5399. 

For the current Financial Aid updates and information, 

visit www.gptc.edu/financialaid.

PAYMENT 

Students must either pay all tuition and fees or submit 

a FAFSA before the FAFSA submission deadline, to 

cover the Tuition & Fee Payment Deadline #1 for the 

term. Any balance, regardless of the amount, will result 

in your registration being purged at 6 PM that evening. 

All tuition and fees must be paid or have Financial Aid 

confirmed that will cover all tuition and fees by Tuition 

& Fee Payment Deadline #2 for the term. Any balance, 

regardless of the amount, will result in your 

registration being purged at 6 PM that evening. Course 

registrations during the Late Registration period will 

incur a late registration fee of $45. 

All tuition and fees for courses added during late 

registration must be paid or Financial Aid confirmed 

that will cover all tuition and fees. Any balance, no 

matter the amount, will result in your registration being 

purged at 6 PM. If you are purged on the last day (final 

purge), you will not be allowed to continue classes or 

re-register for a full semester course. If you have no 

full semester courses, you may register for an 

accelerated course. 

If you are purged for non-payment of account balance 

after the final purge you may appeal the purge via an 

e-mail to accountreview@gptc.edu prior to the purge 

appeal deadline. You must include your student 

number, student GPTC e-mail address and reason for 

the appeal. E-mail submissions must be made using 

the student’s GPTC e-mail account. Please note only 

those students purged due to College error will be 

reinstated. You will be notified via your GPTC email 

account of the decision. 

Document Verification 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Go to www.gptc.edu 

Click Banner Web (In blue ribbon on top of 

page) 

Click I am a currently enrolled or former 

student (At bottom of page) 

Enter Secure Area (Please read this 

information) 

User ID: 900-XX-XXX PIN: XXXXXX 

Click Student & Financial Aid 

Click Financial Aid 

Click Award Information 

Click Account Detail for Term 

You will see your “Authorized Financial Aid 

Balance” (amount you have been awarded) and 

your “Account Balance” (amount you owe). 

Subtract the “Account Balance” from the 

“Authorized Financial Aid Balance” and you will 

know if you have a refund or must pay the 

college by the tuition and fee payment 

deadline. 

If you need help retrieving your User ID/PIN, please 

contact Student Support at extension 5399. 

NOTE: The Tuition & Payment Deadlines are in 

the Calendar. 

If you have an outstanding balance for any term a 

Business Office hold will be placed on your record and 

you will not be able to register for any further 

coursework, receive financial aid, receive or have 

forwarded to external third parties any transcripts or 

grades until the financial obligation has been paid. 

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STUDENT SERVICES 

Bookstore 

First 2 Weeks of Term 

DeKalb Campus (Room A-026) 

Normal Hours 

DeKalb Campus (Room A-026) 

 

 

 

Monday – Thursday…………..…8:00am – 8:00pm 

Friday……………………………………………...CLOSED 

Saturday…………………………….9:00am – 2:00pm 

 

Monday – Thursday……………8:00am – 7:00pm 

Newton Campus (Room B-105) 

First Week of Term 

Newton Campus (Room B-105) 

 

 

Tuesday & Wednesday……..10:00am – 5:30pm 

Closed for lunch………………..1:30pm – 2:00pm 

 

Monday – Thursday……………..8:30am – 7:00pm 

Career Services 

Career services are available to students, community 

residents, and employers to match individuals’ 

interests, abilities, skills, training, and experience with 

available employment opportunities as well as in 

effectively equipping students with the job search and 

non-technical skills required to be successful in the 

workplace. 

Assistance is available for: 

Writing Resumes, Cover Letters and Thank You 

Letters 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Identifying Websites for Posting Resumes 

Successful Job Search Techniques 

Purple Briefcase Online Job Search 

Researching Employment Openings 

Networking to Connect with the “Right” 

Employer for You 

Coaching on Interviewing Skills 

Learning Resource Center (Library) 

Students have access to library services at the Learning 

Resource Center on the DeKalb Campus and at the 

John R. Williams Learning Resource Center on the 

Newton Campus. Access is provided to books, nonprint 

items, and periodical titles. Services include study 

areas, photocopy machines, interlibrary loan, and 

point-of-use instruction. Computers are equipped with 

GALILEO (Georgia Library Learning Online), Microsoft 

Office, instructional software, and Internet access. 

Students must present a current validated student I.D. 

in order to borrow materials. 

Special Services Division 

Equity / Special Populations 

This program at GPTC serves single parents, displaced 

homemakers, and students that are enrolled in 

nontraditional programs. The program offers 

customized workshops and seminars such as career 

testing and exploration, academic preparation and 

review, stress management, parenting skills, selfesteem 

improvement, and job readiness training. 

 

On Site Employer Recruiting and Career Fairs. 

These services are available in the Advising, Career, 

and Retention Services Office.

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STUDENT SERVICES CONTINUED 

The Equity / Special Populations Office provides 

tangible support services such as a lending library that 

allows students to borrow text books on term basis. 

While the program specifically focuses on the needs of 

single parents and non-traditional students, all 

workshops and seminars are open to all students. 

For additional information please contact the Equity / 

Special Populations Coordinator at 404-297-9522, ext. 

1280 or bogler@gptc.edu. 

Disability Services 

Students with a disability who need academic 

adjustments are encouraged to contact the Disability 

Services Office for an appointment. Services for the 

deaf / hard of hearing must be requested at least six 

weeks in advance of registration. Students in need of 

these services should contact the Disability Services 

Advisor at (404) 297-9522 ext.1155 or 

greenwop@gptc.edu. 

Please contact Disability Services as soon as possible to 

ensure that adjustments are implemented in a timely 

manner. 

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES 

GPTC serves international students, both resident and 

non-citizen, who are seeking or holding an F-l / M-1 

student visa. The International Student Advisor 

processes applications for admission and keeps 

students informed of the regulations required for 

maintaining status as an F-1 or M-1 visa holder. In 

addition, the International Student Advisor is the 

Designated School Official, and is required to notify INS 

should an international student fail to comply with 

these regulations. 

For additional information please contact the 

International Student Advisor at 404-297-9522, 

ext.1154 or petersl@gptc.edu. 

VETERAN AND MILITARY SUPPORT 

CENTER 

GPTC provides assistance, support and guidance to 

veterans and active service members to help meet 

their unique academic needs. The primary mission of 

the veteran’s program is to serve as a guide to 

veterans and active service members as they explore 

the variety of services, options and benefits provided 

by GPTC. The Center provides assistance with: 

Admissions. Financial Aid, Course Registration, 

Counseling, Tutoring, Community Resources, Clubs and 

Organizations, Disability Services, Class Advisement, 

and Life Skills Workshops. 

For additional information please contact the Veteran 

Coordinator at 404-297-9522, ext.1154 or 

petersl@gptc.edu.

STUDENT COUNSELING SERVICES 

The complexity of life is sometimes simply too much, 

too hard, and too frustrating to handle alone. 

Counseling is a chance to talk confidentially with 

someone who is here to help you. All communications 

between you and your counselor are confidential with 

the exception of the following (in accordance with 

Georgia law): abuse of children or the elderly, 

imminent harm to self or imminent harm to others. 

Short-term counseling services (three visits per 

semester) are available to all currently enrolled GPTC 

degree, certificate or diploma students on a first-come, 

first-serve basis. These services are available in the 

Career, Advising and Retention Services Office. 

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER 

The Center is open to all registered GPTC students and 

offers free academic tutoring services based on 

learning styles and individual student needs. The 

Center is equipped with computerized tutorials which 

are designed to help students improve skills in math, 

reading and English. Tutors are also available for 

individual and group sessions at both the DeKalb and 

Newton campuses 9 am – 7 pm, Monday - Thursday. 

The Limited English Proficiency Lab (LEP) provides 

remediation and language assistance to credit 

students. The lab is equipped with the ELLIS 

interactive software to address the language specific 

challenges of LEP students (grammar, reading, 

vocabulary, and listening). Bilingual tutors are available 

to assist students in setting up an instructional plan to 

work on areas of weakness in English and reading. 

Other services provided by the Center are: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ESL reference materials 

PassKey and SkillsTutor computerized learning systems for math, reading, 

and writing 

FOCUS Career and Educational Planning System 

Study skills handouts 

COMPASS Prep handout for math, reading and writing 

Computer and internet access 

Instructional videos 

STUDENT ACTIVITIES 

Visit www.gptc.edu/lifeatgptc for a full listing of current SGA 

members and Clubs and Organizations with contact information 

Georgia Piedmont Technical College is committed to 

meeting the educational needs of student who 

commute daily to classes. 

Get involved in clubs and organizations like the Student 

Government Association, SkillsUSA, Ladies in Action, 

Distinguished Gentlemen, Phi Beta Lambda, Humanities 

Club, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood, or Accounting. 

While no attempt is made to duplicate or replace that 

portion of the student's life environment filled by the 

home, religious affiliation or community organizations, 

it is recognized that students benefit from involvement 

in campus organizations and activities. The student's 

role in decision-making at Georgia Piedmont Technical 

College focuses upon student life on campus and the 

learning environment of the classrooms and 

laboratories of the College. The College has 

representative student body input through student 

organizations to address matters such as clubs, 

organizations, community service and social activities. 

SANKOFA SCHOLARS PROGRAM 

This mentoring program is specifically designed to help 

students by offering supportive activities and services 

designed to improve the retention rate, success rate, 

and graduation rate of its participants. 

For more information contact: Dr. Terry G. Richardson 

at (404) 297-9522 ext. 1229, richardt@gptc.edu. 

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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 

1974 (FERPA) 

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) 

affords students certain rights with respect to their 

education records. These rights include: 

1. The right to inspect and review his or her 

education records’ within 45 days of the day 

Georgia Piedmont Technical College receives a 

request for access. 

A student should submit to the registrar, dean, 

head of the academic department, or other 

appropriate official, a written request that 

identifies the record(s) the student wishes to 

inspect. Georgia Piedmont Technical College’s 

official will make arrangements for access and 

notify the student of the time and place where 

the records may be inspected. If the records 

are not maintained by Georgia Piedmont 

Technical College’s official to whom the request 

was submitted, that official shall advise the 

student of the correct official to whom the 

request should be addressed. 

2. The right to request the amendment of the 

student’s education records that the student 

believes are inaccurate, misleading, or 

otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy 

rights under FERPA. 

A student who wishes to ask Georgia Piedmont 

Technical College to amend a record should 

write Georgia Piedmont Technical College’s 

official responsible for the record, clearly 

identify the part of the record the student 

wants changed, and specify why it should be 

changed. 

If Georgia Piedmont Technical College decides 

not to amend the record as requested, Georgia 

Piedmont Technical College will notify the 

student in writing of the decision and the 

student’s right to a hearing regarding the 

request for amendment. Additional information 

regarding the hearing procedures will be 

provided to the student when notified of the 

right to a hearing. 

3. 

The right to provide written consent before Georgia 

Piedmont Technical College discloses personally 

identifiable information from the student’s 

education records, except to the extent that FERPA 

authorizes disclosure without consent. 

Georgia Piedmont Technical College discloses 

education records without a student’s prior written 

consent under the FERPA exception for disclosure 

to school officials with legitimate educational 

interests. A school official is a person employed by 

Georgia Piedmont Technical College in an 

administrative, supervisory, academic or research, 

or support staff position (including law enforcement 

unit personnel and health staff); a person or 

company with whom Georgia Piedmont Technical 

College has contracted as its agent to provide a 

service instead of using Georgia Piedmont 

Technical College employees or officials (such as an 

attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person 

serving on the Board; or a student serving on an 

official committee, such as a disciplinary or 

grievance committee, or assisting another school 

official in performing his or her tasks. 

A school official has a legitimate educational 

interest if the official needs to review an education 

record in order to fulfill his or her professional 

responsibilities for Georgia Piedmont Technical 

College. 

The right to file a complaint with the U.S. 

Department of Education concerning alleged 

failures by Georgia Piedmont Technical College to 

comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name 

and address of the Office that administers FERPA 

is: 

Family Policy Compliance Office 

U. S. Department of Education 

400 Maryland Avenue, SW 

Washington, DC 20202-5901 

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Complaint Procedure 

Any member of the Georgia Piedmont Technical 

College Community (includes any person who is a 

student, faculty member, Georgia Piedmont Technical 

College official or any other person employed by 

Georgia Piedmont Technical College) may file a 

complaint with the Dean of Student Affairs / Student 

Disciplinary Officer against any student for a violation 

of the Student Code of Conduct. The individual(s) 

initiating the action must complete a Student Code of 

Conduct Complaint Form. Students can submit 

concerns electronically at 

www.gptc.edu/concern 

Student Grievance Procedure 

Georgia Piedmont Technical College provides due 

process for student appeals in areas pertaining to 

admissions, disciplinary actions, and academic matters. 

Georgia Piedmont Technical College also provides a 

student grievance procedure. A student wishing to 

initiate an appeal or grievance may obtain a copy of 

the specific procedure from the Division Chairpersons, 

Academic Deans, Dean of Student Affairs, or Vice 

President of Student Affairs; or they may obtain 

complete procedures or online at www.gptc.edu (click 

on Student Services then Student Grievance). 

Professionalism Policy 

Students must dress appropriately while on campus or 

at College sponsored activities. Students should refer 

to the Georgia Piedmont Technical College Student 

Handbook for what is considered appropriate dress. 

Accreditation 

Georgia Piedmont Technical College is accredited by 

the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools 

Commission on Colleges to award Associate of Applied 

Science Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates. Contact 

the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, 

Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for 

questions about the accreditation. The Commission 

should be contacted only if there is evidence that 

appears to support Georgia Piedmont Technical 

College’s significant non-compliance with Commission 

requirements or standards. Inquiries related to normal 

and ongoing College operations such as admission 

requirements, financial aid, programs, etc., should be 

addressed directly to Georgia Piedmont Technical 

College and not to the Commission on Colleges. 

For more detailed information regarding The Student 

Conduct Code, please refer to the current Georgia 

Piedmont Technical College Student Handbook. 

Student Right to Know Disclosure 

The Georgia Piedmont Technical College Student Right 

to Know Disclosure identifies where to find institutional 

information and discloses the graduation rate for fulltime 

/ first-time enrolled students as well as campus 

crime statistics. It is a federal mandate designed to 

help enrolled and prospective students make informed 

decisions. More detailed information can be found on 

the GPTC website: www.gptc.edu. Click on the Future 

Students link and then on Campus Security. 

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COURSE FORMATS 

 

Students who are good readers and writers will 

perform better in online courses. Three 

different reading skills are required. First, 

students must be good readers--the amount of 

reading is often doubled in web courses since 

students must read a text and online material. 

Second, students must be self-starting readers. 

All assignments, due dates, and instructions are 

available on the web, but students must seek 

them out. Third, students must be good detail 

readers and proofreaders. 

ONLINE LEARNING 

Online learning is a convenient alternative to taking 

courses in a traditional classroom setting. It allows the 

student to learn almost anywhere and anytime 

according to his or her individual schedule. To achieve 

the best results in an online learning course, students 

must be able to work independently with little or no 

supervision. The online learning courses are no 

different from the regular courses taught on campus in 

the amount of time it takes to do the lessons and 

assignments. Students have ample opportunities to 

interact with the instructor and other students through 

electronic means. Students must be well organized and 

have a basic understanding of computer functions to 

be successful in a distance learning course. If you 

cannot log on by the 3rd day of class, please contact 

the Online Learning Help Desk. 

Is an Online Course Right For You? 

Students often wonder if an online course is right for 

them. Please consider the following items when 

deciding if this is the right instructional format for you. 

 

Online courses definitely require strong student 

motivation and very strong student discipline. 

 

 

Online courses might require more hours per 

week than regularly scheduled classes. 

Students may save resources by eliminating 

driving, parking, and getting a baby-sitter, but 

the time required to organize, study, complete 

assignments, and to review for exams adds up 

to a significant commitment. 

Online courses are not self-paced. It is not 

possible to enroll at any time, take tests at any 

time, etc. Some courses may require students 

to go to the Assessment Center for exams. 

There is flexibility, but all online courses require 

some scheduled events. It is the student’s 

responsibility to meet these due dates for each 

course. 

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS 

Still want face-to-face time with your instructor? Check 

out our Web-Enhanced, Video Conference, and Hybrid 

courses. A Web-Enhanced course combines a regular 

classroom schedule with material placed on the Web 

and available to you 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. A 

Video Conference course is in a traditional classroom 

setting, but uses technology to conduct classes. 

 

Research shows that active learners are most 

successful. 

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Professors use a two-way video conference system to 

connect with students. A Hybrid course is a blend of 

classroom and online learning. They require regular 

attendance on campus but not as much as a traditional 

or web-enhanced course. The classroom time is 

supplemented with required online assignments. 

WEB-ENHANCED 

Web-enhanced classes are offered on-campus and use 

the Internet in addition to the traditional face-to-face 

classroom activities. The web site can include: 

Information, Electronic-Lecture-Notes (ELN’s), 

Assignments, Quizzes, Tests (multiple choice and free 

response), and other learning and collaboration 

features. Students access these features before and 

after class to further learn and reinforce what is taught 

and discussed in class. 

VIDEO CONFERENCE 

GPTC is committed to utilizing and offering the most 

current in educational technology to its students. Our 

Video Conference courses are conducted between our 

DeKalb and Newton campuses using a live, two-way 

audio and video network. Fax machines are provided in 

each Video Conference Lab to facilitate exchange of 

handouts and student work. 

HYBRID 

Hybrid classes combine the best of online and face-toface 

classroom educational experiences. The classroom 

component enables the student to have personal 

contact with the instructor and the online component 

permits flexibility to best suit the learning style of the 

student. Hybrid classes involve required but reduced 

seat time for the student. Students should check with 

the instructor the first week of classes for specific 

details. 

BLACKBOARD LEARN 

GPTC uses a website called Blackboard Learn. To 

access it go to: http://gptc.blackboard.com. There is 

no “www” in the address. The address MUST be typed 

EXACTLY like it is here. If it does not come up, check 

the spelling. Your username and password changes 

from time to time so the best way to find your current 

username is to go to our website, www.gptc.edu > 

Blackboard > Login Info/ Orientation. Always go to this 

website before you attempt to login on the first day of 

classes. Any changes to online course login information 

will be published here first. 

If you cannot logon by the 3rd day of classes, please 

contact: 

Office of Web-Based Learning: 

404-297-9522, ext. 1284, or e-mail 

gptconline@gptc.edu.

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PROGRAM ADVISORY CONTACT LIST 

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES DIVISION 

DEKALB (D) AND NEWTON (N) ADVISORS • Main Phone Number: (404) 297-9522 

Division Chair Office Phone Ext E-mail Address 

Natalie Kostas C-16C 1216 kostasn@gptc.edu 

Administrative Assistant 

Glenda Wright C-16B 1212 wrightg@gptc.edu 

All Industrial Technology offices are located at the DeKalb campus. 

AIR CONDITIONING TECHNOLOGIES Office Phone Ext E-mail Address 

Sam Mitchell C-8 1227 mitchels@gptc.edu 

O’Neil Fuller C-13 1316 

Demetrius Smith C-8 1242 smithd@gptc.edu 

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRANSIT/MOBILITY/BUS 

MAINTENANCE 

Office Phone Ext E-mail Address 

Stephen Bullock D-6 1221 bullocks@gptc.edu 

Mark Crawford D-6 1272 crawform@gptc.edu 

Terry Moore D-6 1228 mooret@gptc.edu 

Earnest Pauley D-6 1258 pauleye @gptc.edu 

Andrea Strommen D-6 1222 strommea@gptc.edu 

BUILDING AUTOMATION Office Phone Ext E-mail Address 

Robert Croom C-13 1306 croomr@gptc.edu 

COMMERICAL REFRIGERATION Office Phone Ext E‐mail Address 

Jeryll McWhorter C-13 1236 mcwhortj@gptc.edu 

DESIGN AND MEDIA PRODUCTION / RECORDING ARTS Office Phone Ext E‐mail Address 

Scoville Jenkins C-16D 1304 jenkinss@gptc.edu 

Jabbar Thomas C-16 thomasj@gptc.edu 

COMPUTER GRAPHICS & DESIGN Office Phone Ext E-mail Address 

Stephanie Voltolin B-9D 1122 voltolins@gptc.edu 

ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER 

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY 

Office Phone Ext E-mail Address 

Mike Woods B-5B 1213 woodsm@gptc.edu 

ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY TRANSIT 

ELECTRONICS TECH TRANSIT/ELECTRICAL POWER 

Office Phone Ext E‐mail Address 

Bryan Sexton B-8 1572 sextonb@gptc.edu 

MOTORCYCLE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY Office Phone Ext E‐mail Address 

Mike Sachs D-7A 1256 sachsm@gptc.edu 

WELDING JOINING TECHNOLOY Office Phone Ext E‐mail Address 

Willie Harvey C-5 1570 

James Bell C-5 1218 

harveyw@gptc.edu 

bellj@gptc.edu

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HEALTH, EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT 

Main Phone Number: (404) 297-9522 


Theresa Snagg 

D-229 (Newton) 5321 snaggt@gptc.edu 

A-260E (Dekalb) 


Julia Lewis A‐260 1102 lewisju@gptc.edu 

CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 

PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN TRAINING 

Acting Program Director/Advisor Office Phone Ext E‐mail Address 

Stella Nanga‐Ndzana A‐260B 1164 nangas@gptc.edu 

Program Director Allied Health/CNA Advisor Office Phone Ext E-mail Address 

Patricia Wilkins A‐260A 1159 wilkinsp@gptc.edu 

CNA 

MEDICAL ASSISTING 

Program Director Medical Asst. Advisor Office Phone Ext E‐mail Address 

Janice Pressley A‐260D 1104 pressleyj@gptc.edu 

PRACTICAL NURSING 

Phone: (770) 786-9522 or (404) 297-9522 

ADVISOR Office Phone Ext E‐mail Address 

Melanie Kramer (A-F) D‐274 5024 kramberm@gptc.edu 

Kaye Henry (G-L) 

(Program Director) 

D‐165A 5047 henryk@gptc.edu 

Barbra Balbin (M‐S) D‐273 5045 balbinb@gptc.edu 

Adetola Olobatuyi (T‐Z) D‐165B 5007 olobatuyia@gptc.edu 

OPTICIANRY Office Phone Ext E‐mail Address 

Lanard Atkins B-‐‐17 1255 atkinsl@gptc.edu

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COSMETOLOGY Office Phone Ext E‐mail Address 

Frances Owens B‐11A 1260 owensf@gptc.edu 

Arnold Taylor (Newton) C‐138 3325 taylorar@gptc.edu 

Antwania Massey (Newton) C-148 3321 masseya@gptc.edu 

EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION Office Phone Ext E‐mail Address 

Dr. Linda Grant 

(Program Director) 

A-230J 1167 grantl@gptc.edu 

Dr. Jean Jones A-230L 1261 jonesj@gptc.edu 

David Taylor A-230K 1177 taylord@gptc.edu 

Sherry Lowery (Newton) D‐272 5048 lowerys@gptc.edu 

PUBLIC SAFETY & SECURITY DIVISION 



Beverly Thomas ND 229 5302 thomasb@gptc.edu 

Program Assistant 

Brenda Fincher NC 128 3315 fincerb@gptc.edu 

CRIMINAL JUSTICE 

Phone ext Office E‐mail Address 

TECHNOLOGY 

(D) Valerie Brown 1148 A201 brownv@gptc.edu 

(N) Kelli Owen 5319 ND 224 owenk@gptc.edu 

PARALEGAL STUDIES Phone ext Office E‐mail Address 

(D) Kye Haymore 5300 (D) A260C haymorek@gptc.edu 

(N) Celia Murray 5319 

(N) D 225 

ND 227 murrayc@gptc.edu 

(N) Virgil Costley 5309 ND 226 costleyv@gptc.edu

(EMS) EMT & PARAMEDIC Phone ext Office E-mail Address 

(N) Sam Cooke 3306 NC 128 cookes@gptc.edu 

(N) Brenda Fincher NC 128 3315 fincerb@gptc.edu 

FIRE Phone ext Office E‐mail Address 

(N) Beverly Thomas 5302 NC 229 thomasb@gptc.edu 

FORENSICS Phone ext Office E-mail Address 

(D) Valerie Brown 1148 D A201 brownv@gptc.edu 

(N) Kelli Owen 5302 ND 224 owenk@gptc.edu 

LAW ENFORCEMENT 

ACADEMY 


(N) Harry McCann 5031 ND 156 mccannh@gptc.edu 

(N) Karen Carter 5046 ND 156 carterk@gptc.edu 

Business & Computer Information Systems 


Division Chair 



(D) Susan Wright 1191 201D wrights@gptc.edu 

(D) Yvonne Trott 1131 201 trotty@gptc.edu 

ACCOUNTING Phone ext Office E‐mail Address 

(D) Cathy McCrary 1149 230E mccraryc@gptc.edu 

(D) Tomeika Williams 1157 230A williamt@gptc.edu 

(N) William Lyle 3210 B217 lylew@gptc.edu 

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Offices located at the DeKalb Campus only 

BANKING AND FINANCE / 

Phone ext Office E-mail Address 

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 

TRANSIT (D, N) Ramona TRAINING Pollard 1290 230D pollardr@gptc.edu 

(N) Telicia Palmer 3215 B114 palmert@gptc.edu 

BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY Phone ext Office E‐mail Address 

(D) Shatrela Washington‐Hubbard )A-L) 1178 A230C washingtons@gptc.edu 

(D) April Halliday (M,Z) 5043 A279 clappers@gptc.edu 

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS Phone ext Office E‐mail Address 

(D) Linda West Computer Support 1225 201A westl@gptc.edu 

(D) Mike Jones Database and 

Computer Support 

1151 201B jonesm@gptc.edu 

(D, N) Kwadwo Bonsu Networking 1278 201H bonsuk@gptc.edu 

(D, N) Todd Meadors Networking 1173 201E meadorst@gptc.edu 

(D,N) Maylon Walker 

Programming 

1163 201J walkerm@gptc.edu 

HEALTH INFORMATION 


MANAGEMENT 

(D) Keechia Boyd 1114 A230B boydk@gptc.edu 

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT Phone ext Office E‐mail Address 

(D, N) Ramona Pollard 1290 230D pollardr@gptc.edu 


MARKETING 


MANAGEMENT 

(D, N) Adrianne Caldwell 1194 230I caldwella@gptc.edu 

MEDICAL FRONT OFFICE Phone ext Office E‐mail Address 

(D) Shatrela Washington‐Hubbard )A-L) 1178 A230C washingtons@gptc.edu 


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FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS 

GPTC CAMPUS LOCATIONS 

All GPTC departments are ..................... 404-297-9522 

The extensions are: 

Academic Deans (DeKalb / Newton).…………….......1132 

Academic Deans (South DeKalb).......................... 1161 

Admissions & Records (DeKalb) ........................... 1602 

Admissions & Records (Newton) .............. 3100 or 3127 

Assessment Center (Testing)…………………………. ….1571 

BANNER Help Desk ............................................ 5911 

Bookstore…………………………………………………………1288 

Toll Free ............................................... 866-266-5748 

Bookstore (Newton)............................................ 3224 

Campus Security……………………………………………….1199 

Career, Advising & Retention 

Services (DeKalb)………………………………………………….1109 

Career, Advising & Retention 

Services (Newton) .............................................. 3231 

Cashier (DeKalb)…………………………………………………..1249 

Cashier (Newton ................................................ 3124 

Counseling Services (DeKalb)……………………………..1183 

Counseling Services (Newton).............................. 3203 

Disability Services……………………………………………..1155 

Financial Aid (DeKalb) ........................................ 1107 

Financial Aid (Newton) ....................................... 1107 

International Student Services……………………………1154 

GPTC Foundation………………………………………………1113 

Learning Resource Center/Library 

(DeKalb).......................................................... . . . . . 1850 

Learning Resource Center/Library 

(Newton) .......................................................... 3212 

Online Learning Help Desk ..................................5399 

Special Populations…………………………………………..1280 

Student Activities………………………………………………1291 

Student Affairs ....................................................1829 

Student Help Desk: Angel, 

Banner & Student Email ........................................5911 

Student ID Cards (DeKalb)…………………………………1291 

Student ID Cards (Newton) .................................3100 

Student Success & Learning 

Support Center…………………………………………………1287 

Veterans Services (DeKalb)…………………………………….1154 

Veterans Services (Newton) ......................................3100 

DeKalb Campus 

495 North Indian Creek Drive Clarkston, Georgia 

30021 

(404) 297-9522 Ext. 0 

Newton Campus 

16200 Alcovy Road 

Covington, Georgia 30014 

(404) 297-9522 Ext. 3100 

Newton Campus Building D 

& Conference Center 8100 Bob 

Williams Parkway Covington, Georgia 

30014 

(404) 297-9522 Ext. 5000 

Paul M. Starnes Center 

1085 Montreal Road 

Clarkston, Georgia 30021 

(404) 297-9522 Ext. 2525 

Regional Transportation Training Center 

6720 Marbut Road 

Lithonia, Georgia 30058 

(678) 526-7384 

Community Education Center 

5745 Buford Highway, Suite 200 

Doraville, Georgia 30340 

(404) 297-9522 Ext. 4000 

Rockdale Center 

1400 Parker Road 

Conyers, GA 30094 

(770) 761-3092 

Morgan County Center 

150 E. Washington Street Madison, 

GA 30650 

(404) 297-9522 Ext. 5000 

South DeKalb Campus 

2460 Wesley Chapel Road 

Decatur, GA 30035 

(404) 297-9522 Ext. 6000

www.gptc.edu

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