Course Syllabus

RADT2360 Clinical Radiography IV

Course Description

Provides students with continued hospital setting work experience. Students demonstrate increased proficiency levels in skills introduced in all of the radiographic procedures courses and practiced in previous clinical radiography courses. Topics include: patient care; behavioral and social competency; advanced radiographic anatomy; equipment utilization; exposure techniques; sterile techniques; integration of procedures and/or observation of angiographic, interventional, minor special procedures; integration of procedures and/or observation of special equipment use; integration of procedures and/or observation of routine and special radiographic procedures; and final completion of all required clinical competencies. Execution of radiographic procedures will be conducted under direct and indirect supervision.

Credit Hours

9

Prerequisites

None

Terms Offered

Every Spring

Outcomes

Advanced Radiographic Anatomy
Identify the anatomical structures revealed in radiographs of minor radiographic procedures such as angiograms, CT of head, thorax, abdomen and pelvis, arthrograms, endoscopic retrograde cholagngio- pancreatograms (ERCPs), myelograms, sialograms, and venograms.
Identify the anatomical structures revealed in radiographs of interventional procedures.
Behavioral and Social Competency
Consider gender, cultural, age and socioeconomic factors that influence patient compliance with procedures, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up patients.
Adapt procedures to meet age-specific, disease-specific and cultural needs of patients.
Demonstrate and support safe, ethical and legal practices
Demonstrate and integrate the use of appropriate and effective written, oral and nonverbal communication with patients, the public and members of the health care team (peers, physicians, nurses, administration, etc.) in the clinical setting.
Observe and/or participate in choosing patient and family education strategies appropriate to the comprehension level of patient/family.
Act consistently to maintain patient confidentiality standards.
Equipment Utilization
Perform safety checks of radiographic equipment and accessories (e.g., lead aprons and gloves, collimator accuracy).
Recognize malfunctions in the radiographic unit (including table, tube, and accessories).
Note difficulties experienced which might assist in locating the cause of the malfunction.
Report malfunctions in the radiographic unit (including table, tube, and accessories).
Inspect and clean screens and cassettes regularly to identify and remove causes of artifacts.
Perform "start up" and/or "shutdown" procedures on the automatic processor (e.g., adjust water, removal and cleaning of "cross-over" bars).
Recognize malfunctions in the automatic processor.
Note difficulties experienced which might assist in locating the cause of the malfunction.
Report malfunctions in the automatic processor.
Monitor the performance of the automatic processor using sensitometry.
CleanPerform , wash, disinfect, and/or sterilize facilities and equipment (e.g., cassettes, tabletops) and dispose of contaminated items in preparation for the next examination.
Warm-up the x-ray tube to achieve proper operating conditions by following the manufacturer's prescribed sequence of steps.
Exposure Techniques
Store film/cassette in a manner which will reduce the possibility of accidentally exposing or re-exposing the film.
Imprint proper identification information onto the film using either the radiographic, photographic, or light imprinter method.
Process exposed film by unloading the cassette and feeding it into the automatic processor.
Reload cassettes by selecting film of proper size and type.
Record required information on the request form following performance of examination (may include technologist identification, patient data, billing codes, number and size of films, technique, or other information as required by department protocol).
Combine radiographic requisition and radiographs for interpretation and filing.
Evaluate radiographs using a view box to make certain that radiographs contain proper identification and are of diagnostic quality.
Determine appropriate exposure factors using calipers, technique charts, and tube rating charts for guidance.
Modify exposure factors for circumstances such as voluntary and involuntary motion, plaster casts, pathological conditions, and/or patient's inability to cooperate.
Restrict beam to limit exposure to area of interest and to improve image quality.
Determine appropriate exposure factors using calipers, technique charts, and tube rating charts for guidance.
Modify exposure factors for circumstances such as voluntary and involuntary motion, plaster casts, pathological conditions, and/or patient's inability to cooperate.
Restrict beam to limit exposure to area of interest and to improve image quality.
Set kVp, mA, and time or automated exposure system to achieve optimum image quality, safe operating conditions, and to minimize radiation exposure.
Evaluate radiographs using a view box to make certain that radiographs contain proper identification and are of diagnostic quality.
Determine corrective measures if the radiograph is not of diagnostic quality.
Final Completion of All Required Clinical Competencies
Evaluate the number, types, and degree to which clinical competencies have been completed and mastered.
Develop a plan in conjunction with on-site clinical supervisors and technical institute faculty to outline future completion and mastery of clinical competencies contained in this course.
Identify the benefits associated with participation in continuing education for radiographers.
Identify an area of concern or interest related to the content of this clinical experience, and research, review a publication, or otherwise explore this topic to personal satisfaction.
Develop a tentative plan for participation in continuing education for student radiographers.
Integration of Procedures andor Observation of Angiographic Interventional Minor Special Procedur
Observe and/or participate in special radiographic procedures such as cerebral, visceral, peripheral, and digital subtraction angiograms.
Observe catheterization techniques.
Observe the Seldinger technique.
Observe and/or participate in interventional techniques such as infusion therapy, extractions, embolizations, PTA/PTLAs, and percutaneous needle studies.
Observe and/or participate in angiographic, interventional, minor special, and special genitourinary system procedures.
Observe and/or participate in special minor radiographic procedures such as CT of head, thorax, abdomen and pelvis, arthrograms, endoscopic retrograde cholagngio- pancreatograms (ERCPs), myelograms, sialograms, and venograms.
Observe and/or participate in the preparation for use, operation, and maintenance of equipment used to perform special minor radiographic procedures such as CT of head, thorax, abdomen and pelvis, arthrograms, endoscopic retrograde cholagngiopancreatograms (ERCPs), myelograms, sialograms, and venograms.
Observe and/or participate in the use and maintenance of special radiographic equipment such as image intensifiers, magnification radiographic equipment, biplane equipment, recording equipment, rapid film changers, injectors, program selectors, and other miscellaneous radiographic equipment.
Observe and/or participate in the preparation of patients undergoing special minor radiographic procedures such as CT of head, thorax, abdomen and pelvis, arthrograms, endoscopic retrograde cholagngiopancreatograms (ERCPs), myelograms, sialograms, and venograms.
Observe and/or participate in the post-procedural care of patients who have undergone special minor radiographic procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of special minor procedure radiographs in terms of anatomy visualized and pathologies revealed.
Observe and/or participate in the selection and administration of contrast media used for special radiographic procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the diagnosis of and treatment for adverse reactions to contrast media.
Participate in and/or observe patient preparation procedures for radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations of the genitourinary system.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures involving the genitourinary system.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures involving the genitourinary system.
Evaluate the quality of radiographs and photospots of the genitourinary system in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures revealed.
Identify the special considerations for genitourinary procedures relating to the avoidance of repeated procedures.
Integration of Procedures andor Observation of Routine and Special Radiographic Procedures
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing routine radiographic procedures involving the thoracic cavity.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic procedures involving the thoracic cavity.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of thoracic cavity radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing routine radiographic procedures involving the abdominal cavity.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic procedures involving the abdominal cavity.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of abdominal cavity radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing routine radiographic procedures involving the upper extremities.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic procedures involving the upper extremities.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of upper extremity radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing routine radiographic procedures involving the shoulder girdle.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic procedures involving the shoulder girdle.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of shoulder girdle radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing routine radiographic procedures involving the lower extremities.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic procedures involving the lower extremities.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of lower extremity radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing routine radiographic procedures involving the pelvic girdle.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic procedures involving the pelvic girdle.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of pelvic girdle radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing routine radiographic procedures involving the spine.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic procedures involving the spine.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of spinal radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing routine radiographic procedures involving the bony thorax.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic procedures involving the bony thorax.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of bony thorax radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Observe and/or participate in patient preparation procedures for radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations of the gastrointestinal system.`
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures involving the gastrointestinal system.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures involving the gastrointestinal system.
Evaluate the quality of radiographs and photospots of the gastrointestinal system in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures revealed.
Identify the special considerations for gastrointestinal procedures relating to the avoidance of repeated procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the identification of and care for acute reactions to contrast media.
Observe and/or participate in patient preparation procedures for radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations of the genitourinary system.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures involving the genitourinary system.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures involving the genitourinary system.
Evaluate the quality of radiographs and photospots of the genitourinary system in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures revealed.
Identify the special considerations for genitourinary procedures relating to the avoidance of repeated procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the identification of and care for acute reactions to contrast media.
Observe and/or participate in patient preparation procedures for radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations of the biliary system.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures involving the biliary system.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures involving the biliary system.
Evaluate the quality of radiographs and photospots of the biliary system in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures revealed.
Identify the special considerations for biliary system procedures relating to the avoidance of repeated procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the identification of and care for acute reactions to contrast media.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing routine radiographic procedures involving the cranium.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic procedures involving cranial procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of cranial radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing routine radiographic procedures involving facial structures.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic procedures involving facial structures.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of facial radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures visualized.
Observe and/or participate in special minor radiographic procedures such as CT of head, thorax, abdomen and pelvis, arthrograms, endoscopic retrograde cholangio- pancreatograms (ERCPs), myelograms, sialograms, and venograms.
Observe and/or participate in the preparation for use, operation, and maintenance of equipment used to perform special minor radiographic procedures such as CT of head, thorax, abdomen and pelvis, arthrograms, endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatograms (ERCPs), myelograms, sialograms, and venograms.
Observe and/or participate in the use and maintenance of special radiographic equipment such as image intensifiers, magnification radiographic equipment, bi-plane equipment, recording equipment, rapid film changers, injectors, program selectors, and other miscellaneous radiographic equipment.
Observe and/or participate in the preparation of patients undergoing special minor radiographic procedures such as CT of head, thorax, abdomen and pelvis, arthrograms, endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatograms (ERCPs), myelograms, sialograms, and venograms.
Observe and/or participate in the post-procedural care of patients who have undergone special minor radiographic procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of special minor procedure radiographs in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, anatomy visualized, and pathologies revealed.
Observe and/or participate in the selection and administration of contrast media used for special radiographic procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the diagnosis of and treatment for adverse reactions to contrast media.
Observe and/or participate in special radiographic procedures such as cerebral, visceral, peripheral, and digital subtraction angiograms.
Observe catherization techniques.
Observe the Seldinger technique.
Observe and/or participate in interventional techniques such as infusion therapy, extractions, embolizations, PTA/PTLAs, and percutaneous needle studies.
Integration of Procedures andor Observation of Special Equipment Use
Observe and/or participate in special minor radiographic procedures such as CT of head, thorax, abdomen and pelvis, arthrograms, endoscopic retrograde cholagngio- pancreatograms (ERCPs), myelograms, sialograms, and venograms.
Observe and/or participate in the preparation for use, operation, and maintenance of equipment used to perform special minor radiographic procedures such as CT of head, thorax, abdomen and pelvis, arthrograms, endoscopic retrograde cholagngiopancreatograms (ERCPs), myelograms, sialograms, and venograms.
Observe and/or participate in the use and maintenance of special radiographic equipment such as image intensifiers, magnification radiographic equipment, bi-plane equipment, recording equipment, rapid film changers, injectors, program selectors, and other miscellaneous radiographic equipment.
Observe and/or participate in the preparation of patients undergoing special minor radiographic procedures such as CT of head, thorax, abdomen and pelvis, arthrograms, endoscopic retrograde cholagngiopancreatograms (ERCPs), myelograms, sialograms, and venograms.
Observe and/or participate in the post-procedural care of patients who have undergone special minor radiographic procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the evaluation of special minor procedure radiographs in terms of anatomy visualized and pathologies revealed.
Observe and/or participate in the selection and administration of contrast media used for special radiographic procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the diagnosis of and treatment for adverse reactions to contrast media.
Observe and/or participate in special radiographic procedures such as cerebral, visceral, peripheral, and digital subtraction angiograms.
Observe catheterization techniques.
Observe the Seldinger technique.
Observe and/or participate in interventional techniques such as infusion therapy, extractions, embolizations, PTA/PTLAs, and percutaneous needle studies.
Participate in and/or observe patient preparation procedures for radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations of the genitourinary system.
Observe and/or participate in the positioning of patients undergoing radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures involving the genitourinary system.
Observe and/or participate in routine radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures involving the genitourinary system.
Evaluate the quality of radiographs and photospots of the genitourinary system in terms of positioning accuracy, image quality, and anatomical structures revealed.
Identify the special considerations for genitourinary procedures relating to the avoidance of repeated procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the identification of and care for acute reactions to contrast media.
Evaluate the number, types, and degree to which clinical competencies have been completed and mastered.
Develop a plan in conjunction with on-site clinical supervisors and technical institute faculty to outline future completion and mastery of clinical competencies contained in this course.
Identify an area of concern or interest related to the content of this clinical experience, and research, review a publication, or otherwise explore this topic to personal satisfaction.
Patient Care
Observe and/orIntegrate procedures to manage interactions with the patient and family in a manner that provides the desired psychosocial support.
Observe and/or integrate procedures to evaluate the patient's status and condition before, during and following the radiologic procedure to demonstrate competence in assessment skills.
Demonstrate skills in assessment and evaluation of psychological and physical changes in the patient's condition and carry out appropriate actions.
Observe and/orIntegrate procedure to assess the patient and record patient histories.
Assess the patient and record patient histories.
Observe and/or participate in documenting care in the patient's record.
Perform principles of transferring, positioning, immobilizing and restraining of patient.
Observe and/orIntegrate procedures in assessing patient using the ABC's of CPR and demonstrate basic life support procedures.
Observe and/or participate in differentiating between emergency and non-emergency procedures and respond appropriately.
Observe and/or participate in differentiating between normal ECG rhythms and abnormal ECG tracings.
Examine procedure orders for accuracy and follow-up to make corrective changes when applicable.
Adapt procedures to meet age-specific, disease-specific and cultural needs of patients.
ObserveIntegrate and/or participate in integration of the radiographer’s scope of practice and practice standards into clinical practice settings.
Observe and/or participate in adhering to national, institutional and/or department standards, policies and procedures regarding care of patients, provision of radiologic procedures and the reduction of medical errors.
Sterile Techniques
Observe and/or participate in methods of sterilizing radiographic equipment and examination rooms.
Observe and/or participate in the sterilization processes preparatory to catheterization.
Observe and/or participate in the use of "open" and "closed" gowning and gloving methods.
Observe and/or participate in applying the standard and transmission-based precautions.
Observe and/or participate in applying the appropriate medical asepsis and sterile technique.
Identify the sterile techniques required for specific minor and interventional radiographic/ fluoroscopic procedures.
Observe and/or participate in the use of techniques to open sterile packages where the person opening the package is either sterile or non-sterile.
Observe and/or participate in "scrubbing in" a patient.
Observe and/or participate in creating a sterile field, gowning and gloving oneself, and assisting a radiologist and/or physician.

Required Textbooks/Materials

Kendrick, L. & Lampignano, J. (2020).  Bontrager's Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy. ISBN: 9780323653671 10th ed
Kendrick, L. & Lampignano, J. (2020).  Bontrager's Handbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy.ISBN: 9780323694223  10th ed                                                                             
McQuillen Martensen, K. (2020),  Workbook for Radiographic Image Analysis., ISBN: 9780323544634  5th ed 

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Course Withdrawal

WITHDRAWAL POLICY

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Students have the privilege of dropping a course during the first three instructional days of each semester, through their BANNERWEB account, without the drop becoming a part of your permanent academic record and without it affecting your financial aid.

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The hardship withdrawal submission period opens after the W (or 60%) posted date. A hardship withdrawal, if approved, is defined as a withdrawal after the 60% deadline. A student may petition for a hardship withdrawal by submitting the “Hardship Withdraw Request Form” from the Office of the Registrar. Hardship withdrawals MUST be requested no later than the end of the following semester for which the withdrawal is requested.
• (e.g.- to submit a request for a Spring Semester course, the Office of the Registrar must receive the request no later than the last day of the Summer Semester).
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Grades are issued at the end of each semester. A grade of "C" or better is required for most programs in all classes for graduation. However, there are some programs that may require a “B” or better; therefore, it is recommended that students consult with their specific program advisor.

 

Grades

Numerical Equivalent

Grade Points

A

90-100

4

B

80-89

3

C

70-79

2

D

60-69

1

F

0-59

0

Other grades allowed by Atlanta Technical College include:

 

EX

Exempted by Examination

Not Computed

W

Withdrew

Not Computed (Only Given Before 60% Deadline)

TR

Transfer Credit

Not Computed (Displayed as TRA, TRB, or TRC – See Below)

AU

Audited

Not Computed

S

Satisfactory

Not Computed

U

Unsatisfactory

Not Computed

I

Incomplete*

Not Computed

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I Indicates that student has an "incomplete" but has satisfactorily completed a substantial portion of the course work. For NON-ACADEMIC reasons beyond their control, the student has not been able to complete some specific part or amount of the work required. An "I" must be satisfactorily changed to a letter grade by the midpoint of the next semester, or it will be changed to the grade of "F" by the Office of Enrollment Services. Students must get approval from the instructor prior to the end of the semester to be eligible for an "I" grade. No credit is given and no grade points are calculated.

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W Students who withdraw before the 60% point of the semester receive a grade of “W” Withdrew. No credit is given and no grade points are calculated.

EXE Indicates that a student has exempted a course through examination or through the articulated Tech Prep programs. Credit is given but grade points are not calculated. Instructors must submit an Exemption Form to the Office of Enrollment Services to report an exemption.

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TRM Indicates that a student has been awarded transfer credit from their military experience.

AC Indicates articulated credit earned by students as a part of formal articulation agreements.

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Z indicates students whose academic performance was affected by the COVID-19 global pandemic. A grade of Z is the functional equivalent of a grade of W; the course in which a student received a Z grade does factor into total credit hours attempted for financial aid calculations but does not affect overall GPA.

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A Workplace Essential Skills grade will be given each semester for specified courses. The Workplace Essential Skills grade will not affect the academic grade point average (GPA) of a student; that is, Workplace Essential Skills grades remain separate from academic grades. Workplace Essential Skills grades will be reported each semester.

The Workplace Essential Skills program is designed to evaluate and encourage good work habits that ensure job retention and career advancement.

Employability skills refer to the basic academic, interpersonal, reasoning, problem solving skills, and Workplace Essential Skills that, when transferred to the occupational settings, facilitate job acquisition, retention, and advancement.

The Essential Workplace Skills:

1. Leadership
2. Communication
3. Organization
4. Productivity
5. Teamwork
6. Professionalism
7. Resourcefulness

Students of core and program courses will receive a Workplace Essential Skills grade. Instructors will give Workplace Essential Skills assignments throughout the semester. Workplace Essential Skills grades are optional for developmental courses and for grades of W, WF, or WP. Workplace Essential Skills grades will not be used for grades of AC, AU, EX, I, IP, or TR.

Approved Workplace Essential Skills Grades

3 = Exceeds Expectations

2 = Meets Expectations

1 = Needs Improvement

0 = Unacceptable

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Non-Discrimination Policy

As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact the College's Title IX, Section 504 Coordinator in the Student Support Services office in the Academic Building, Suite C1109.

For more information about Title VI and Title IX, contact the College’s Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator in the Student Support Services Office, Academic Building, Suite C1109.

American with Disabilities Act

Atlanta Technical College strives to provide equal access to education for all students. Students with a documented disability are eligible to receive reasonable academic adjustments and auxiliary aids in the classroom and/or for testing at Atlanta Technical College once the appropriate documentation of the disability has been submitted to the Director of Student Services.

To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), please contact the Resource Accommodation Specialist located in the Student Support Services office at Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Academic Building, Suite C1109.

Special Populations

Special Populations services are available to meet the needs of qualifying students. Services include but are not limited to workshops and training on educational, employability, and life skills; institutional and community resources and referrals; and resource fairs. Special populations include:

  1. Single Parents - Individual with custody of a minor child or children.
  2. Single Pregnant Women.
  3. Displaced Homemakers - Adults who have been dependent on the income of a family member and no longer supported by that income, have been performing unpaid labor in the home and as a result have diminished marketable skills, and have difficulty securing employment.
  4. Economically Disadvantaged - Any student who is a Pell Grant recipient, or is receiving federal assistance such as Food Stamps and/or Medicaid.
  5. Individuals with other barriers to educational achievement, including individuals with limited English proficiency.

Please complete the Special Populations form State Enrollment System Information Form if you would like more information on the types of services available and if you qualify.

The Atlanta Technical College Resource Accommodation Specialist is located in the Student Support Services office in the Academic and Student Affairs Division, Academic Building, Suite C1109. 

Warranty

Curriculum standards have been developed with direct involvement of business and industry. These standards serve as the industry-validated specifications for each occupational program. The TCSG guarantee to every one of our students is this: If one of our graduates educated under a standard program or his/her employer finds that the graduate is deficient in one or more competencies as defined in the standards, the technical college will retrain the employee at no instructional cost to the employee or the employer. This guarantee is in effect for a period of two years after graduation.

Accreditation

Atlanta Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Atlanta Technical College may also offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Atlanta Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Continuation of Instruction Plan

All classes at Atlanta Technical College use the Blackboard Learning Management System which allows for the continuation of classes even if the school is closed due to inclement weather or any other reason.  In the event of school closure, continue to work on your class through Blackboard and be sure to check your Blackboard course and student email for class information from your instructor.