TRI-COUNTY TECHNICAL COLLEGE
AT A GLANCE
About the College • Established in 1962 • Part of statewide system of 16 technical colleges • More than 70 associate degree, diploma, and certificate programs • Four campuses located in Pendleton, Anderson, Easley, and Westminster • Among the fastest-growing two-year colleges in South Carolina and the nation • More than 10,000 people enroll in continuing education programs annually • 350 full-time employees and 450 part-time employees • Home to the Bridge to Clemson program, a distinctive academic transfer program offered by invitation only to a select group of academically-talented freshmen • Work-based learning experiences include the BMW Technical Scholars Program, Michelin Technical Scholars Program, Duke Energy Co-op Program, and more • Patriots’ Place for student veterans to access resources and services • Technical Career Pathways for high school students • I-BEST program for students who can benefit from non-traditional educational pathways in preparation for STEM careers • Learning Beyond Campus opportunities, including programs in Mexico and Boston, MA
• $24 million in financial aid awarded during the 2018-19 academic year • Flexible course scheduling, including fulltime, part-time, daytime, nighttime, and online options FACILITIES
• Pendleton Campus: 91 acres, 11 buildings • Anderson Campus: 41½ acres, Academic Building and QuickJobs Development Center • Easley Campus: 37½ acres, QuickJobs Development Center and Academic Building • Oconee Campus: 37,000 square-foot building located in the Oconee Industry and Technology Park • State-of-the art Industrial Technology Center: 43,000 square feet on five acres in Sandy Springs • Workforce Training Center: 8,900 squarefoot building located next to the Industrial Technology Center • Senator Billy O’Dell Learning Center at the Watkins Community Center in Honea Path FOUNDATION
• Established in 1985 • The largest foundation in the S.C. Technical College System
Financials |
• Assets of $29 million in FY 19 • Provides scholarships, faculty and staff development, equipment, and educational support SERVICES TO EMPLOYERS
• Cooperative education, internship, and apprenticeship programs to help companies build their workforce • Entrepreneurial Training • I-BEST pathways program • Integrated Workforce Solutions • Job placement services to assist employers • QuickJobs Certification • readySC™ training for new and expanding industries • S.C. Manufacturers Certification (SCMC) • WorkKeys® Certification STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS
• Driving organizational success through our people • Reinventing our offerings to adapt to changing realities • Positioning and equipping students for success • Embracing personal accountability for students’ learning
FISCAL YEAR ‘19
BUDGET
OPERATIONS BUDGET $47,392,000
OPERATIONS EXPENDITURES by Function
OPERATIONS REVENUE by Source
6.2%
RESTRICTED (Federal, State, Other) $32,881,000
4.7%
TOTAL $80,273,000
OPERATIONS by Expenditure Category
6.0%
5.1%
7.8%
6.9%
1.0% 3.7%
6.9%
9.1%
8.9% 13.9%
46.8%
54.1%
10.1%
19%
69.4%
20.4%
Credit Tuition and Fees 54.1% State Appropriations 19.0% Auxiliary Enterprises 9.1% County Appropriations 6.9% Corporate and Community Education 6.2% n Miscellaneous 4.7% n n n n n
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Instruction 46.8% Academic and Student Support 20.4% Administrative and General 10.1% Operations and Plant Maintenance 8.9% Auxiliary Enterprises 7.8% Corporate and Community Education 6.0%
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Salaries and Benefits 69.4% Contractual Services 13.9% Purchases for Resale (Bookstore) 6.9% Fixed Charges 5.1% Supplies and Materials 3.7% Faculty/Staff Development & Travel 1.0%
MISSION Tri-County Technical College, a public community college, focuses on teaching, learning, and helping students reach their goals. The College supports economic development for Anderson, Oconee, and Pickens counties in South Carolina by preparing a highly skilled workforce. VISION Passionate people transforming lives and building strong communities one student at a time. ROLE AND SCOPE An open-door institution of higher education, the College offers affordable, accessible, collaborative, and learner-centered instruction. Offerings include university transfer associate degree programs and applied technical associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates in more than 70 majors associated with business, health, public service, and industrial and engineering technologies. The College also offers developmental courses for students who need to improve their basic academic skills. The College promotes economic development in the region through customized education and training for local businesses and industries through credit and continuing education offerings and a variety of workforce training programs. The College has campuses located in Pendleton, Anderson, Easley, and Seneca, as well as learning centers in Honea Path and Sandy Springs. The College also offers online classes and a variety of academic and support services. TOP TEN REASONS TO ATTEND TRI-COUNTY TECHNCIAL COLLEGE 1. Highest Success Rate among State’s 16 Technical Colleges 2. Ranked in Top 1% Nationally for Successful Transfer 3. Lowest Tuition in Upstate 4. More than 70 majors 5. Nearly 80% of Students Receive Financial Assistance and Scholarships 6. 19:1 Student-Faculty Ratio 7. Four Campuses to Serve You 8. Home to Nationally-Known Bridge to Clemson Program 9. RN, LPN Grads’ NCLEX Scores Exceed State National Averages 10. Co-ops and Internships Allow You to Learn While You Earn
Student Population
2018 FALL SEMESTER ENROLLMENT
ENROLLMENT
6,082
55.3%
AVERAGE STUDENT AGE
44.7%
FULL-TIME
21.9
PART-TIME
GENDER
FISCAL YEAR ‘18 SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID
8,858 STUDENTS AWARDED MORE THAN $24 Million
51.5% FEMALE 47.4%
52.6% FEMALE
MALE
48.5% MALE
INCLUDING:
2,074 Lottery scholarships totaling $2.7 Million 2,458 Pell Grants totaling $9.5 Million 1,876 LIFE scholarships totaling $8.5 Million 388 Foundation scholarships totaling 438,364
ETHNICITY
78.4% WHITE
8.9% BLACK
12.7% OTHER
Tri-County Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Tri-County Technical College. Tri-County Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender, veteran’s status, pregnancy, childbirth or other categories protected by applicable law.
Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates
MAILING ADDRESS
Arts & AV Technology
Law, Public Safety
P.O. Box 587 Pendleton, SC 29670
Media Arts Production Audio Production Digital Production Techniques Graphic Communications Media Arts Business Photography
Criminal Justice Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement Operations Emphasis Criminal Justice, Paralegal Emphasis Criminal Justice Leadership and Management
Business
CNC Programming and Operations Introduction to CNC Introduction to Machining Manual and CNC Fundamentals Manual Machining Engineering Design General Engineering Engineering Science - Transfer Industrial Electronics Manufacturing Management and Leadership, Manufactering Production and Operations Emphasis Introduction to Manufacturing Management Technology Introduction to Quality Assurance Manufacturing and Continuous Process Improvement Manufacturing Operators I Manufacturing Production I Manufacturing Production II Mechatronics Technical Operators I, Mechatronics Technical Operators II, Mechatronics
PENDLETON CAMPUS
7900 Highway 76 Pendleton, SC 29670
INFORMATION
Accounting Accounting, Office Specialist Emphasis Bookkeeping Administrative Office Technology Administrative Office Technology, Medical Emphasis Administrative Support Data Entry Clerk Medical Office Specialist Office Support Specialist Business Administration Business Administration, Entrepreneur Emphasis Business Administration, Management Emphasis Business Administration, Marketing Emphasis Business Administration, Operations Management Emphasis Business Foundations Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management
864-646-TCTC (8282)
Education and Training
TOLL-FREE
Early Care and Education Child Care Management Early Childcare and Development Infant/Toddler
ANDERSON CAMPUS
511 Michelin Blvd. Anderson, SC 29625 EASLEY CAMPUS
1774 Powdersville Rd. Easley, SC 29642 OCONEE CAMPUS
552 Education Way Westminster, SC 29693
1-866-269-5677 TDD/VOICE
1-800-735-2905 WEBSITE
www.tctc.edu
Key: n Orange: Associate Degree n Green: Certificate n Blue: Diploma
Health Science: Animal Care Veterinary Technology
Health Science: Healthcare Professions Emergency Medical Technology EMT Advanced Paramedic Expanded Duty Dental Assisting Medical Assisting Medical Laboratory Personal Care Aide Pre-Dental Hygiene Pre-Pharmacy Surgical Technology
Health Science: Nursing Nursing (RN) Nursing Preparation Practical Nursing (LPN)
Information Technology
(PR Office-10/19)
Computer Technology, Cybersecurity/Forensics Emphasis Computer Technology, Network Systems Management Emphasis Computer Technology, Software and Web Development Emphasis
Manufacturing
Skilled Trades Automotive Technology Braking Systems Engine Electrical Systems Engine Performance Systems Transmission Systems Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) HVAC Apprentice HVAC Installer Welding Industrial Welding Multi-Process Welding SMAW Pipe Welding SMAW Structural Welding
University Transfer Associate in Arts (Designed for students who plan careers in business, education, journalism, psychology or other liberal arts fields.) Associate in Science (Designed for students who plan careers in computer science, engineering, medicine, agriculture or other science-related fields.) University Studies