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Catalog Volume 58, #1 Effective for Students Entering July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008

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CONTENTS Page

MISSION AND OBJECTIVES………………………………………………………. GENERAL INFORMATION.................................................................................

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Accreditation, Degree Authority, History, Approvals PROGRAMS OF STUDY ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE ………………..……………………………… 7 Business Administration Concentrations in:

• Accounting Administration • Management • Marketing • Retail Management • Safety and Security Administration

Computer Aided Drafting Concentrations in:

• Mechanical Drafting • Architectural Drafting

Computer Programming Electronics Engineering Technology Graphic Design Hospitality Management Administration Concentrations in:

• Hotel Management • Restaurant Management

Information Technology Concentrations in:

• Network Administration • Network Security and Computer Forensics

Medical Assisting

Medical Office Administration Multimedia Technologies Concentrations in:

• Video/3-Dimensional Design • Web/Interactive Design

Surgical Technology Travel and Tourism Administration

CERTIFICATE TRAINING PROGRAMS………………………………………………. Electronics Technology Medical Coding Microsoft Network Professional Microsoft Network Professional Plus Network Security & Computer Forensics Therapeutic Massage Practitioner

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS……………………………………………………… 33 ADMISSION POLICIES………………………………………………………………. 70 Admission Requirements, Admission Procedures, Transfer of Credit, Credit for Prior Learning, Commitment to Student Success FINANCIAL INFORMATION………………………………………………………….. 71 Application Fee, Tuition Reservation Deposit, Tuition, Tuition Charges for Repeating Courses, Tuition Guarantee, Books/ Kits/Uniforms/Related Fees and Supplies, Bookstore Return Policy, Cancellation Policy, Refund Policy, Return of Federal Financial Aid Policy

FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION AND INSTITUTIONAL FUNDING………………… 75

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ACADEMIC INFORMATION……………………………………………………….. 78 Academic Calendar, Program Schedules, Attendance, Class Size, Credit Hour Definition, Academic Year/Academic Advancement, Credit Conversion for Federal Student Aid Purposes, Conduct, Facilities, Grading, Calculating a Grade Point Average, Incomplete Grades, Pass/Fail Grades, Course Repeats, Course Withdrawals, Graduation Requirements, Certificate of Completion, Leave of Absence, Withdrawal Policy, Students Reentering Program, Program Change, PTI Plus(+) Program, Transfer of Credits to PTI, Transfer of Credits from PTI

SATISFACTORY PROGRESS……………………………………………………. 85

GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE AND DISCIPLINARY MATTERS………………. 88 General Administrative and Disciplinary Procedures, Academic Probation and Dismissal Procedure, Student Complaint/Notice to Agencies, Arbitration, Student Property, Termination by the Institute, Veterans Regulations STUDENT SERVICES………………………………………………………………… 90 Advising, CONNECT To Students, Housing, Library Resource Center (LRC), Tutoring, Writers’ Center, Student Activities, Campus Security, Students with Disabilities, Graduate Services

ADMINISTRATION AND FACULTY………………………………………………… 93

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MISSION AND OBJECTIVES

Mission The mission of Pittsburgh Technical Institute, as a degree-granting institution, is to empower its students to succeed in today’s dynamic world by integrating general studies and professional skills into a sound career-focused education that provides the life skills necessary for students to realize their full potential and career goals. Objectives To accomplish its mission, the Institution works to achieve the following objectives: • Offer career-focused associate degree, and certificate programs; • Integrate into degree programs general studies courses that encourage

communication, thinking and reasoning, social responsibility, personal development, and applying information technology;

• Create a learning environment that values individual differences, emphasizes

collaboration, stimulates creativity, and builds individual potential; • Recruit, admit, and graduate students with potential from diverse backgrounds; • Support student growth and development through services, activities, and programs; • Foster lifelong learning by helping students pursue more advanced degrees through

articulation agreements with other institutions of higher education; • Expose students to the realities of industry by providing opportunities for internships,

part-time employment, industry-led projects, and related field experiences; • Provide systematic evaluation of academic programs to ensure that they reflect

industry expectations; • Hold each academic, administrative, and support department individually and

collectively accountable for the achievement of the Mission; • Offer placement services to support students and alumni in meeting their career

goals.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Accreditation Accreditation assures that Pittsburgh Technical Institute (PTI) is recognized nationally as a credible institution of learning, maintains recognized and approved courses of study, employs competent faculty and staff, has adequate facilities and equipment, and has an appropriate and stable organizational structure. Pittsburgh Technical Institute is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104; telephone: (267) 284-5000. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The Medical Assisting Program is accredited by The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to take the CMA exam. Degree Authority In 2003, The Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Education authorized PTI to operate as a college and to award the Associate of Science degree to graduates of approved programs. History Pittsburgh Technical Institute first opened its doors in 1946 when it began the School of Management Engineering. In the 1960s the Drafting Program (now Computer Aided Drafting) was introduced. In the early ‘80s Computer Aided Drafting (Computer Vision and Intergraph) became part of the program. In 1991 the Graphic Design Program was added, and shortly thereafter the departments began to grow with the inclusion of Business Administration, Computer Systems Specialist (now Information Technology) and Computer Programming. In 1999, programs were added in Multimedia Technologies and Marketing and Sales. In July 2001, the Accounting Administration Program and in July 2003, the Medical Office Administration Program were added; and in July 2003 Medical Assisting was offered for the first time. The Accounting Administration Program was added in 2001. In 2003, Medical Office Administration and Medical Assisting Programs were offered and concentrations in Network Administration and Network Security & Computer Forensics were added. Concentrations in Safety & Security, Hotel Management, Restaurant Management, Architectural Drafting, and Mechanical Drafting concentrations were added in 2004. In 2005, the new degree in Surgical Technology was added to the offerings of PTI. Penn Technical Institute, which joined with Pittsburgh Technical Institute in 1996, was founded in 1947 to train commercial radio operators and radio and television technicians. Later, this direction was broadened to include industrial electronics leading to a degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. Pittsburgh Technical Institute acquired The Wilma Boyd Career School in 1998. Boyd School was founded in 1968 to provide entry-level training for the travel industry. In 1975 a correspondence program was developed for the travel industry. In 1992 Boyd School was granted approval to award the Associate in Specialized Business Degree in Travel and Tourism Administration, then, in 1996, for the Hospitality Management Administration program. In 1998, the Hospitality Cooperative Program was approved. In August 2004, Pittsburgh Technical Institute joined the Cranberry Regional Learning Alliance partnership of 11 postsecondary educational providers to accommodate the adult learner.

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Approvals • Approved for the training of state rehabilitation students. • Approved for the training of veterans and war orphans. • Approved by the U.S. Department of Justice, Immigration and Naturalization Service,

for attendance by non-immigrant alien students. • Ohio: Approved by the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools to recruit

students. • West Virginia: Approved by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission to

recruit students. RIGHTS RESERVED This catalog does not constitute a contract between Pittsburgh Technical Institute and the student or any other person. Pittsburgh Technical Institute reserves the right, with the approval of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Education, or other regulatory agencies, to add or withdraw any course or program and to make changes in curricula, tuition, regulations, or program designation. Pittsburgh Technical Institute may make changes in its regulations and published information that are determined by Pittsburgh Technical Institute to be in the best interest of the school, its faculty, and students. Due to attendance factors, any course or program may be cancelled. LEGAL CONTROL Pittsburgh Technical Institute is a private institution of higher learning in the form of a corporation which is incorporated under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Corporate Officers are the President and the Secretary/Treasurer. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The Institute admits students of any race, color, sex, national origin, sexual preference, or with any handicap to all rights, privileges, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the Institute. PTI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, sexual preference, or handicap in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, loan program, placement service, housing, and other Institute-administered programs. FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT OF 1974 All students enrolled shall have the right to inspect and review their education records, to request corrections or deletions, and to limit disclosure of the records in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. The detailed procedures for exercising such rights are available to students at the office of the Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs upon written request.

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PROGRAMS OF STUDY ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAMS BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Accounting Administration The Accounting Administration Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. The student’s classroom experience will be blended with real world expertise in a technological environment. They will be able to summarize financial information by preparing and interpreting financial statements to assist in management decision making. The well-rounded education will allow graduates to choose from multiple career options in public accounting, government, industry, and nonprofit organizations. Course No. Course Name Credits

ACCOUNTING CONCENTRATION

ACC100 Financial Accounting 1 4 ACC105 Federal Taxes 4 ACC109 Payroll Accounting 4 ACC110 Financial Accounting 2 4 ACC120 Intermediate Accounting 1 4 ACC200 Intermediate Accounting 2 4 ACC210 Intermediate Accounting 3 4 ACC230 Accounting Information Systems 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS BUS100 Introduction to Business 4 BUS105 Business Mathematics 4 BUS107 Computer Applications 4 BUS110 Principles of Management 4 BUS120 Business Law 4 BUS200 International Business 4 BUS235 Database Applications for Business 4 BUS240 Small Business Management 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 ITA107 Spreadsheet Applications 4

GENERAL STUDIES GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM125 Personal Finance 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES140 Economics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 TOTAL 114

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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Management The Management Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. It provides an intensive study of the management, marketing, computer, and business system techniques that enable businesses to operate efficiently. Graduates are prepared for entry-level management positions in the areas of general business, customer service, sales, or finance. Course No. Course Name Credits

MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION ACC100 Financial Accounting 1 4 ACC110 Financial Accounting 2 4 ACC230 Accounting Information Systems 4 BUS100 Introduction to Business 4 BUS110 Principles of Management 4 BUS120 Business Law 4 BUS200 International Business 4 BUS220 Human Resource Management 4 BUS230 Strategic Management 4 BUS240 Small Business Management 4 MKT100 Principles of Marketing 4 MKT200 Professional Selling 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS BUS105 Business Mathematics 4 BUS107 Computer Applications 4 BUS235 Database Applications for Business 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 ITA107 Spreadsheet Applications 4 MKT210 E-Commerce and Internet Sales 4

GENERAL STUDIES

GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM125 Personal Finance 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES140 Economics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4

TOTAL 114

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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Marketing The Marketing Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. It provides an intensive study of sales, customer service, behavior management, advertising, promotion, and finance. Graduates are prepared for entry-level jobs as sales representatives, marketing trainees, customer service representatives, advertising sales consultants, human resources clerks, sales assistants, advertising account representatives, and field merchandisers. Course No. Course Name Credits

MARKETING CONCENTRATION BUS200 International Business 4 MKT100 Principles of Marketing 4 MKT120 Consumer Behavior 4 MKT131 Advertising and Promotions 1 4 MKT132 Advertising and Promotions 2 4 MKT200 Professional Selling 4 MKT210 E-Commerce and Internet Sales 4 MKT240 Business and Sales Presentations 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

ACC100 Financial Accounting 1 4 BUS100 Introduction to Business 4 BUS105 Business Mathematics 4 BUS107 Computer Applications 4 BUS110 Principles of Management 4 BUS120 Business Law 4 BUS235 Database Applications for Business 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 ITA107 Spreadsheet Applications 4

GENERAL STUDIES

GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM125 Personal Finance 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES140 Economics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4

TOTAL 110

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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Retail Management The Retail Management Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. Graduates of this program are prepared to respond to the industry’s growing need for entry-level professional positions such as an assistant manager, sales manager, department manager, assistant buyer, display manager, retail loss prevention, special events coordinator and visual merchandiser. Course No. Course Name Credits

RETAIL MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION

MKT100 Principles of Marketing 4 MKT131 Advertising and Promotions 1 4 MKT230 Buying Procedures 4 RMA150 Principles of Retailing 1 4 RMA200 Principles of Retailing 2 4 RMA250 Fashion Merchandising 4 RMA300 Visual Merchandising 4 RMA350 Promotion and Special Events 4 SSA260 Security and Loss Prevention 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ACC100 Financial Accounting 1 4 BUS100 Introduction to Business 4 BUS105 Business Mathematics 4 BUS107 Computer Applications 4 BUS110 Principles of Management 4 BUS120 Business Law 4 BUS220 Human Resource Management 4 BUS240 Small Business Management 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 ITA107 Spreadsheet Applications 4

GENERAL STUDIES

GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM125 Personal Finance 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES140 Economics 4 TOTAL 118

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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Safety and Security Administration This program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. This program is designed to train individuals for entry-level positions in Safety or Security Management. Opportunities may exist in federal, state, or local law enforcement, corrections, private security management, corporate security management, probation, loss prevention (retail or industrial), emergency response management, insurance investigation and federal security agencies such as customs, FDA, homeland security, etc. Graduates are prepared for entry-level leadership-track positions in both the private sector and the public sector. Course No. Course Name Credits

SAFETY AND SECURITY CONCENTRATION

BUS150 Constitutional Law 4 SSA100 Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice 4 SSA110 Introduction to Policing 4 SSA120 Criminal Procedure 4 SSA130 Principles of EOC/Dispatch 4 SSA200 Criminal Investigations 4 SSA210 Modern Corrections Issues 4 SSA230 Juvenile Justice 4 SSA240 Terrorism 4 SSA260 Security and Loss Prevention 4 SSA270 Act 235 Certification (or) BUS150 (4) SSA280 Report Writing For Criminal Justice Professionals 4 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ACC100 Financial Accounting 1 4 BUS100 Introduction to Business 4 BUS105 Business Mathematics 4 BUS107 Computer Applications 4 BUS110 Principles of Management 4 BUS120 Business Law 4 BUS220 Human Resource Management 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 ITA107 Spreadsheet Applications 4 GENERAL STUDIES GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES175 Social Problems 4 GES200 Human Relations in Organizations 4 TOTAL 122

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COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Mechanical Drafting The Computer Aided Drafting Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. After completing three quarters of study, students will have the opportunity to choose a program concentration. Students may elect to concentrate in Architectural Drafting as described on the next page. Alternatively, students may elect to concentrate in a course of study focusing on the Mechanical Drafting field. Each student receives training in the following drafting disciplines: Architectural, Mechanical, Building Systems, Civil & Topographical, and Structural. Students choosing to concentrate in Mechanical Drafting will receive advanced training that tailors the education and the software specifically needed to be successful in the industry. Graduates are prepared for a variety of entry-level positions in the drafting field and will work together with designers, detailers and engineers. Course No. Course Name Credits

MECHANICAL DRAFTING CONCENTRATION CAD100 Introduction to Drafting 4 CAD105 Microstation 4 CAD110 AutoCAD 4 CAD115 Intro to Architectural Drafting 4 CAD120 Intro to Mechanical Drafting 4 CAD136 Mechanical Drafting 1 4 CAD137 Mechanical Drafting 2 4 CAD140 Design and Manufacturing Processes 4 CAD145 3-Dimensional CAD 4 CAD156 Building Systems 8 CAD215 Structural Drafting 4 CAD216 Structural Application Software 4 CAD225 Mechanical Application Software 1 4 CAD250 Mechanical Application Software 2 4 CAD256 Mechanical Capstone 8

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS CAD210 Statics and Strengths of Materials 4 CAD240 Kinematics 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12

GENERAL STUDIES GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM100 Principles of Mathematics 4 GEM150 Algebra 4 GEM175 Physics 4 GEM200 Trigonometry 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 Total 126

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COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Architectural Drafting This program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. After completing three quarters of study, students will have the opportunity to choose a program concentration. Students may elect to concentrate in Mechanical Drafting as described on the previous page. Alternatively, students may elect to concentrate in a course of study focusing on the Architectural drafting field. Each student additionally receives training in the following drafting disciplines: Architectural, Mechanical, Building Systems, Civil & Topographical and Structural. Students choosing to concentrate in Architectural Drafting will receive advanced training that tailors the education and the software specifically needed to be successful in the industry. Students who start in January will be admitted only to the Concentration in Architectural Drafting. Graduates are prepared for a variety of entry-level positions in the drafting field and will work together with designers, detailers and engineers. Course No. Course Name Credits

ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING CONCENTRATION CAD100 Introduction to Drafting 4 CAD105 MicroStation 4 CAD110 AutoCAD 4 CAD115 Intro to Architectural Drafting 4 CAD120 Intro to Mechanical Drafting 4 CAD125 Building Materials 4 CAD131 Residential Drafting 4 CAD145 3-Dimensional CAD 4 CAD156 Building Systems 8 CAD200 Civil/Topographical Drafting 4 CAD205 Civil Application Software 4 CAD215 Structural Drafting 4 CAD216 Structural Application Software 4 CAD220 Architectural Application Software 1 4 CAD235 Architectural Application Software 2 4 CAD236 Architectural Capstone 8

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS CAD210 Statics & Strengths of Materials 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12

GENERAL STUDIES GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM100 Principles of Mathematics 4 GEM150 Algebra 4 GEM175 Elective/Physics 4 GEM200 Trigonometry 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4

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COMPUTER PROGRAMMING Associate in Science Degree The Computer Programming Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters of study utilizing curriculum provided by iCarnegie, a licensee of Carnegie Mellon University. Students are exposed to a variety of intense computer programming languages and application currently used in industry. Students gain a strong background in computer programming, web development, business and eCommerce, processes, and systems analysis. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in the computer data processing field as computer programmers, operators, and support technicians. Course No. Course Name Credits

PROGRAMMING CONCENTRATION

ITP201 Project Management 4 ITP251 GUI Development 4 ITP256 Rapid Applications Development 5 ITP261 Internet Programming 6 ITP300 Introduction to Game Design 6 ITP305 Game Development 1 6 ITP311 Game Development 2 8 SSD151 Introduction to Information Systems 9 SSD250 Introduction to Computer Systems 5 SSD350 Object-Oriented Programming and Testing 10 SSD450 User-Centered Design and Testing 8 SSD551 Data Structures and Algorithms 1 8 SSD555 Data Structures and Algorithms 2 10 SSD750 Database Systems 10

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12

GENERAL STUDIES

GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM150 Algebra 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES175 Social Problems 4 GES250 Leadership Principles 4

TOTAL 145

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ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY Associate in Science Degree The Electronics Engineering Technology Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. It provides students with basic electronic and electricity theory and applications. Students are trained to install, test, inspect, operate, maintain, and repair technical equipment. Graduates are prepared to work as electronics technicians, customer service repre-sentatives, production test technicians, and quality assurance technicians. Course No. Course Name Credits

ELECTRONICS CONCENTRATION

ELT100 Math for Electronics 3 ELT112 Basic Electricity 10 ELT120 Basic Electronics 1 5 ELT124 Electronics 1 Lab 10 ELT130 Basic Electronics 2 5 ELT132 Basic Electronics 2 Lab 10 ELT140 Digital Fundamentals 5 ELT142 Digital Lab 10 ELT250 Microprocessor Fundamentals 8 ELT257 Soldering and Inspection 4 ELT263 Electronic Communications 10 ELT265 Fiber Optics Technology 4 ELT273 Control System Electronics 10 ELT275 Process and Industrial Instrumentation 4 ELT280 Electronic Applications 4 ELT285 Microcontrollers and Robots 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI185 Electronics Internship 6

GENERAL STUDIES

GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEH121 History of Technology 4 GEM150 Algebra 4 GEM175 Physics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES250 Leadership Principles 4 TOTAL 146

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GRAPHIC DESIGN Associate in Science Degree The Graphic Design Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. Students develop critical and creative thinking processes and proficiency with the tools, media, and techniques of the graphics field, from traditional approaches to the use of computer-generated art. The Graphic Design program prepares graduates for a variety of entry-level positions in advertising agencies, commercial art and reproduction firms, publishing companies, manufacturing firms, and governmental agencies. Course No. Course Name Credits

GRAPHIC DESIGN CONCENTRATION

GDA110 Drawing 4 GDA111 Introduction to Computer Graphics 4 GDA112 Design 1 4 GDA121 Typography 1 4 GDA122 Digital Imaging 4 GDA123 Computer Illustration 4 GDA124 Color Theory and Techniques 4 GDA132 Typography 2 4 GDA134 Computerized Page Make-Up 4 GDA135 Web Design 1 4 GDA140 Advertising Processes 1 4 GDA141 Production 1 4 GDA250 Design 2 4 GDA252 Production 2 4 GDA254 Web Design 2 4 GDA260 Project Development 4 GDA262 Advertising Processes 2 4 GDA270 Multi-Page Documents 4 GDA271 Portfolio Development 1 4 GDA273 Corporate Design 4 GDA282 Portfolio Development 2 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12

GENERAL STUDIES GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEH120 Art History 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES200 Human Relations in Organizations 4

TOTAL 130

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HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATION Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Hotel Management The Hospitality Management Administration program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. It provides the student with diversified training in hotel operations as well as a basic foundation in computer applications, accounting, sales, and management. After completing four quarters of study, the students will have the opportunity of choosing the Hotel Management Concentration. Graduates are prepared to work in a variety of positions within the hotel industry such as meeting event planner, sales and marketing representative, front office agent, conference planner, banquet service director, franchise manager, food and beverage manager, and customer service specialist. Course No. Course Name Credits

HOTEL MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION HMA110 Diversity Management 4 HMA121 Hospitality Sales and Marketing 1 4 HMA122 Hospitality Sales and Marketing 2 4 HMA130 Hospitality Supervision 4 HMA140 Hospitality Accounting 4 HMA200 Front Office Procedures 1 4 HMA210 Rooms Division Management 4 HMA220 Resort Management 4 HMA230 Front Office Procedures 2 4 HMA240 Hotel Security Management 4 HMA250 Meeting and Event Planning 4 HMA260 Facilities Management 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ACC100 Financial Accounting 1 4 BUS100 Introduction to Business 4 BUS105 Business Mathematics 4 BUS107 Computer Applications 4 BUS120 Business Law 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 ITA107 Spreadsheet Applications 4 MKT200 Professional Selling 4

GENERAL STUDIES GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM125 Personal Finance 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES140 Economics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 TOTAL 122

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HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATION Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Restaurant Management The Hospitality Management Administration Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. After completing four quarters of study, the students will have the opportunity of choosing the Restaurant Management Concentration. This program enables the student to enter the growing hospitality industry in Restaurant Management with emphasis on food and beverages, sanitation procedures, purchasing, nutrition, and marketing. Graduates are prepared to work in a variety of positions within a restaurant or club such as banquet service director, food and beverage manager, restaurant/club manager, or catering manager. Job opportunities are increasing in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and other business/healthcare institutions. Course No. Course Name Credits

RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION HMA110 Diversity Management 4 HMA121 Hospitality Sales and Marketing 1 4 HMA122 Hospitality Sales and Marketing 2 4 HMA130 Hospitality Supervision 4 HMA140 Hospitality Accounting 4 HMA205 Food and Beverage Management 1 4 HMA215 Club and Restaurant Management 4 HMA225 Nutrition 4 HMA235 Food and Beverage Management 2 4 HMA245 Safety and Sanitation Procedures 4 HMA255 Purchasing for Hospitality Operations 4 HMA265 Wines and Mixology 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ACC100 Financial Accounting 1 4 BUS100 Introduction to Business 4 BUS105 Business Mathematics 4 BUS107 Computer Applications 4 BUS120 Business Law 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 ITA107 Spreadsheet Applications 4 MKT200 Professional Selling 4

GENERAL STUDIES GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM125 Personal Finance 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES140 Economics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 Total 122

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Network Administration The Information Technology Degree Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. After completing five quarters of study, students will have the opportunity to choose a program concentration. Students may elect to concentrate in Network Administration which provides a thorough study of computer hardware, various operating systems, systems architecture and computer networking methodologies, design, and administration. Graduates with the Network Administration concentration are prepared for entry-level positions in a variety of business and technical environments such as systems technicians, computer support personnel, help desk specialists, and network operators/administrators. Course No. Course Name Credits

NETWORK ADMINISTRATION CONCENTRATION

ITA133 Networking and Wireless Technologies 4 ITA152 Technical Support and Customer Service 3 ITA202 Network Infrastructures 6 ITA222 Information Systems Administration 8 ITA226 Hardware Technology 2 7

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 ITA101 Introduction to Information Technology 4 ITA111 Desktop Operating Systems 8 ITA121 Hardware Technology 1 6 ITA125 Networking 1 6 ITA135 Networking 2 6 ITA141 Network Operating Systems 1 6 ITA164 Database Development 6 ITA192 Network Operating Systems 2 6 ITA194 Network Operating Systems 3 6 ITA210 Server Applications 4 ITS272 Information Security 1 6

GENERAL STUDIES

GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM100 Principles of Mathematics 4 GEM150 Algebra 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES250 Leadership Principles 4 TOTAL 138

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Network Security and Computer Forensics This program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. After completing five quarters of study, students will have the opportunity to choose a program concentration. Students may elect to concentrate in Network Administration as described on the previous page. Qualified students who elect to concentrate in Network Security and Computer Forensics receive thorough training in information systems security, firewalls, cryptology, computer viruses, hacker protection, data recovery techniques, constitutional law, and computer investigation techniques. Acceptance into this concentration requires a GPA of 3.2 or above, attendance of 90% or above, a criminal background clearance, and Department Chair approval. Students who are accepted into this program must maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 and 90% overall attendance to remain in the program. Graduates with the Network Security & Computer Forensic concentration are prepared for entry-level positions in a variety of business, governmental, and law enforcement agencies working as computer security specialists, network operators/administrators, and computer forensic technicians. Course No. Course Name Credits

NETWORK SECURITY AND COMPUTER FORENSICS CONCENTRATION

ITS262 Digital Forensics 1 6 ITS268 Digital Forensics 2 5 ITS278 Information Security 2 7 ITS280 Regulatory Compliance 3 ITS292 Intrusion Detection Systems 7

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 ITA101 Introduction to Information Technology 4 ITA111 Desktop Operating Systems 8 ITA121 Hardware Technology 1 6 ITA125 Networking 1 6 ITA135 Networking 2 6 ITA141 Network Operating Systems 1 6 ITA164 Database Development 6 ITA192 Network Operating Systems 2 6 ITA194 Network Operating Systems 3 6 ITA210 Server Applications 4 ITS272 Information Security 1 6

GENERAL STUDIES

GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM100 Principles of Mathematics 4 GEM150 Algebra 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES250 Leadership Principles 4 TOTAL 138

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MEDICAL ASSISTING Associate in Science Degree The Medical Assisting Program, which is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHEP), is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. The objective of the program is to prepare graduates for entry level positions as Medical Assistants in ambulatory healthcare facilities such as physician’s offices, clinics, medical laboratories, and hospitals. The program requirements will culminate with an unpaid internship at a professional healthcare facility. Graduates will be trained to work in a variety of healthcare facilities performing skills such as appointment setting, telephone triage, insurance billing and coding, obtaining vital statistics, administering medication, phlebotomy, assisting the physician in minor surgery, and electrocardiography. Graduates are eligible to take the CMA exam. A physical examination will be required prior to the beginning of the second quarter. A 70% final grade average must be attained in all medical-related courses to meet the program objectives. Course No. Course Name Credits

MEDICAL ASSISTING CONCENTRATION MED100 Keyboarding 5 MED103 Medical Office Administration 1 4 MED105 Medical Terminology 1 4 MED110 Clinical Techniques 1 5 MED112 Medical Office Administration 2 5 MED115 Medical Terminology 2 4 MED120 Clinical Techniques 2 5 MED125 Anatomy and Physiology 1 5 MED130 Clinical Techniques 3 5 MED135 Anatomy and Physiology 2 5 MED140 Clinical Techniques 4 5 MED142 Clinical Techniques 5 5 MED145 Diseases and Diagnostic Methods 5 MED150 Introduction to Health Insurance and Coding 5 MED155 Computerized Patient Billing 4 MED210 Medical Coding 1 5 MED215 Medical Law and Ethics 4 MED225 Pharmacology 5 MED250 Medical Laboratory 1 5 MED260 Medical Laboratory 2 5 MED265 Medical Seminar 5 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 GENERAL STUDIES GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM100 Principles of Mathematics 4 GEM125 Personal Finance 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES200 Human Relations in Organizations 4 TOTAL 146

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MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION Associate in Science Degree The Medical Office Administration Program prepares graduates for responsible entry-level positions as a medical front office assistant, receptionist, medical billing and collections, appointment scheduler, medical records clerk or medical transcriptionist in a variety of healthcare settings including physicians’ offices, medical centers, clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, ambulatory care centers, and medical billing offices. The program is competency-based in medical studies, along with general education courses that add to a well-rounded graduate who will be qualified to work in many fields of medical employment. A 70% final grade average must be attained in all medical-related courses to meet the program objectives.

Course No. Course Name Credits

MEDICAL OFFICE CONCENTRATION MED100 Keyboarding 5 MED103 Medical Office Administration 1 4 MED105 Medical Terminology 1 4 MED110 Clinical Techniques 1 5 MED112 Medical Office Administration 2 5 MED114 Computers in the Medical Office 4 MED115 Medical Terminology 2 4 MED125 Anatomy and Physiology 1 5 MED135 Anatomy and Physiology 2 5 MED145 Diseases and Diagnostic Methods 5 MED150 Introduction to Health Insurance and Coding 5 MED155 Computerized Patient Billing 4 MED210 Medical Coding 1 5 MED215 Medical Law and Ethics 4 MED220 Medical Coding 2 5 MED225 Pharmacology 5 MED230 Medical Machine Transcription 1 8 MED240 Medical Machine Transcription 2 4 MED255 Computerized Medical Office Procedures 4 MED265 Medical Seminar 5

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12

GENERAL STUDIES

GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM125 Personal Finance 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES175 Social Problems 4 GES200 Human Relations in Organizations 4

TOTAL 141

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MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGIES Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Video / 3-Dimensional Design The Multimedia Technologies Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. After completing four quarters of study, students will have the opportunity to choose a program concentration. Students may elect to concentrate in Web / Interactive Design or in a course of study focusing on Video / 3-Dimensional Design. The Video /3-D concentration will teach students to combine graphic design, video, 3-dimensional design, animation, visual effects, sound and digital video editing techniques to create stunning motion graphics that entertain and inform. Students will learn to produce motion graphic communications for video, DVD and web applications. Course No. Course Name Credits

VIDEO / 3-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN CONCENTRATION MMA113 Introduction to Multimedia 4 MMA130 Audio/Video Editing 4 MMA131 3-Dimensional Modeling and Rendering 4 MMA136 Interactive Multimedia 4 MMA142 3-Dimensional Animation 4 MMA144 Multimedia Delivery for the Web 4 MMA252 Web Authoring and Design 4 MMA254 Audio Production 4 MMA256 Motion Graphics 4 MMA264 Advanced Editing 4 MMA265 Videography 4 MMA270 Multimedia Project Development 4 MMA274 Advanced Visual Effects 4 MMA280 Multimedia Portfolio Development 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS GDA110 Drawing 4 GDA111 Introduction to Computer Graphics 4 GDA121 Typography 1 4 GDA122 Digital Imaging 4 GDA123 Computer Illustration 4 GDA124 Color Theory and Techniques 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 MMA112 Multimedia Design 4

GENERAL STUDIES

GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEH120 Art History 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES200 Human Relations in Organizations 4

TOTAL 130

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MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGIES Associate in Science Degree Concentration in Web / Interactive Design The Multimedia Technologies Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. After completing four quarters of study, students will have the opportunity to choose a program concentration. Students may elect to concentrate in Web / Interactive Design or in a course of study focusing on Video / 3-Dimensional Design. The Web / Interactive concentration is designed to prepare students for positions in the design and development of multiple-page electronic projects, to be delivered via web or disc. Topics range from visuals to data management. Students learn to effectively design the “front end” of multiple-page projects, structuring and enhancing their screen designs with an eye toward visual appeal and ease of use. They also explore the “back end” of project development, acquiring a basic knowledge of scripting languages that allow for dynamic storage and retrieval of information, the very heart of the growing field of e-commerce. Course No. Course Name Credits

WEB / INTERACTIVE DESIGN CONCENTRATION MMA113 Introduction to Multimedia 4 MMA130 Audio/Video Editing 4 MMA131 3-Dimensional Modeling and Rendering 4 MMA136 Interactive Multimedia 4 MMA144 Multimedia Delivery For the Web 4 MMA250 Dynamic Content Management 4 MMA252 Web Authoring and Design 4 MMA253 Interactive Design 4 MMA255 Client Side Web Development 4 MMA260 Server Side Scripting 4 MMA263 Interactive Development 4 MMA270 Multimedia Project Development 4 MMA272 Advanced Multimedia Technologies 4 MMA280 Multimedia Portfolio Development 4

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS GDA110 Drawing 4 GDA111 Introduction to Computer Graphics 4 GDA121 Typography 1 4 GDA122 Digital Imaging 4 GDA123 Computer Illustration 4 GDA124 Color Theory and Techniques 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 MMA112 Multimedia Design 4

GENERAL STUDIES GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEH120 Art History 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES200 Human Relations in Organizations 4 TOTAL 130

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SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY Associate in Science Degree The Surgical Technology Program is 24 months in length and consists of 8 quarters. The program provides students with an academic and clinical background in the field of surgical technology, preparing them for entry-level positions in a number of health care facilities including hospitals, medical centers, and public and private surgical centers. The program is competency-based in medical studies, along with general education courses that add to a well-rounded graduate who will be qualified to work in a surgical setting. The program requirements will culminate with an unpaid internship at a professional healthcare facility. A physical examination will be required prior to the beginning of the fourth quarter. A 70% final grade average must be attained in all medical-related courses to meet the program objectives.

Course No. Course Name Credits

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY CONCENTRATION MED105 Medical Terminology 1 4 MED115 Medical Terminology 2 4 MED125 Anatomy and Physiology 1 5 MED135 Anatomy and Physiology 2 5 MED145 Diseases and Diagnostic Methods 5 MED215 Medical Law and Ethics 4 MED225 Pharmacology 5 SGT100 Orientation to Surgical Technology 4 SGT110 Surgical Instrumentation and Microbiology 4 SGT115 Foundations of Surgery 4 SGT120 Surgical Preparation, Equipment, and Supplies 4 SGT125 Principles of Surgery 4 SGT200 Surgical Technology 1 5 SGT220 Surgical Technology 2 5 SGT230 Surgical Technology 3 5 SGT240 Surgical Technology 4 5 SGT250 Surgical Technology 5 5 SGT260 Clinical Rotation 13

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI220 Internship 18

GENERAL STUDIES

GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM100 Principles of Mathematics 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4 GES200 Human Relations in Organizations 4

TOTAL 142

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TRAVEL AND TOURISM ADMINISTRATION Associate in Science Degree The Travel and Tourism Administration Program is 24 months in length and consists of eight quarters. The objective of the program is to develop high quality business skills combined with specialized travel/tourism knowledge to qualify graduates for multiple areas of employment. Graduates are prepared for positions such as customer service agent, flight attendant, travel agent, airline reservation agent, travel office manager, meeting planner, corporate travel representative, and gate/station agent. Course No. Course Name Credits

TRAVEL AND TOURISM CONCENTRATION

HMA110 Diversity Management 4 HMA250 Meeting and Event Planning 4 TTA100 Destinations 4 TTA111 Global Distribution Systems 1 4 TTA115 Global Distribution Systems 2 4 TTA130 Leisure Travel Management 4 TTA140 Marketing and Selling the Travel Product 4 TTA150 Corporate Travel Management 4 TTA211 Global Distribution Systems 3 4 TTA220 Modes of Transportation, Operations, and Procedures 4 TTA230 International Travel 4 TTA250 Travelogue Presentation 2

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

ACC100 Financial Accounting 1 4 BUS100 Introduction to Business 4 BUS105 Business Mathematics 4 BUS107 Computer Applications 4 BUS110 Principles of Management 4 BUS120 Business Law 4 GSD175 Career Development 2 GSI200 Internship 12 ITA107 Spreadsheet Applications 4

GENERAL STUDIES GEE100 English Composition 1 4 GEE150 English Composition 2 4 GEE211 Effective Speech 4 GEM125 Personal Finance 4 GES100 Psychology 4 GES130 Ethics 4 GES140 Economics 4 GES150 Critical Thinking 4

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PROGRAMS OF STUDY CERTIFICATE TRAINING PROGRAMS

The Center for Certification and Adult Learning (CCAL) division of PTI was established as the Center for Business and Industry Training in 1997. This arm of PTI is devoted to the unique needs and life circumstances of the busy adult student. In 1998, CCAL introduced Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) track programs, and in January 2004 updated the MCSE programs immediately following the release of the new certification. CompTIA A+ programs were added in 1999 and CISCO Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) in 2000. Keeping pace with the changing needs of career seekers in the Pittsburgh area led to the development of the following certificate programs:

~ Electronics Technology ~ Medical Coding ~ Microsoft Network Professional ~ Microsoft Network Professional Plus ~ Network Security & Computer Forensics ~ Therapeutic Massage Practitioner

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ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY Pittsburgh Technical Institute’s Center for Certification and Adult Learning offers a 15-month evening certificate program to prepare individuals to become a Certified Electronics Technician (CET). Classes are taught by experienced electronics technology trainers. Graduates are prepared to work as electrical and electronic engineering technicians and electrical and electronic repairers of commercial and industrial equipment. The program is offered at the North Fayette Campus and is fully transferable into the Electronics Engineering Associate Degree program. Course No. Course Name Credits

ELECTRONICS CONCENTRATION

ELT100 Math for Electronics 3 ELT112 Basic Electricity 10 ELT120 Basic Electronics 1 5 ELT124 Electronics 1 Lab 10 ELT130 Basic Electronics 2 5 ELT132 Basic Electronics 2 Lab 10 ELT140 Digital Fundamentals 5 ELT142 Digital Lab 10 ELT250 Microprocessor Fundamentals 8 ELT257 Soldering and Inspection 4 ELT280 Electronic Applications 4 TOTAL 74

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MEDICAL CODING

Pittsburgh Technical Institute offers a twelve-month certificate program in Medical Coding for students seeking to enter the medical billing and coding profession. It is designed for the student with a high school diploma or GED. Coursework provides hands-on experience necessary to gain entry-level employment in the medical billing and coding field. Students gain experience in transforming verbal descriptions of diseases, injuries, and procedures into alphanumeric designations. Graduates are prepared to work as medical coding specialists. Courses in certificate training may transfer to Associate Degree level programs. Please refer to selective options, on page 32 of this catalog. A 70% final grade average must be attained in all medical-related courses to meet the program objectives. Course No. Course Title Credits

PROGRAM CONCENTRATION

MED105 Medical Terminology 1 4 MED115 Medical Terminology 2 4 MED150 Introduction to Health Insurance and Coding 5 MED155 Computerized Patient Billing 4 MED211 Coding Concepts 1 5 MED221 Coding Concepts 2 5 MED270 Anatomy and Physiology/Disease/Procedures 1 5 MED280 Anatomy and Physiology/Disease/Procedures 2 5 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS GSI190 Internship 8 MED114 Computers in the Medical Office 4 TOTAL 49 MICROSOFT NETWORK PROFESSIONAL Pittsburgh Technical Institute offers a 12-month evening certificate program to prepare individuals to become Microsoft Certified Systems Engineers. Classes start every six months, consist of four (4) terms, and are taught by experienced information technology trainers. Graduates are prepared to work as network administrators, systems analysts, and Microsoft certified systems engineers. Courses in certificate training may transfer to Associate Degree level programs. Please refer to elective options, on page 32 of this catalog. Course No. Course Title Credits PROGRAM CONCENTRATION MNP100 Administering Windows XP Professional 6 MNP110 Administering Windows 2003 Server 6 MNP120 Managing Windows 2003 Network Infrastructure 6 MNP130 Maintaining Windows 2003 Network Infrastructure 6 MNP140 Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory 6 MNP150 Designing Security for Microsoft Windows Server 2003 NW 6 MNP160 Implementing Security in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 NW 6 MNP170 CISCO Certified Networking Associate 6 TOTAL 48

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MICROSOFT NETWORK PROFESSIONAL PLUS Pittsburgh Technical Institute offers an evening and weekend certificate program over approximately 15 months for individuals who wish to enter the Information Technology field, but have a very limited background in computers. This program begins with a very intense A+ technician training and is followed by the challenging MCSE and CCNA certification tracts. Labs and other hands-on learning modules constitute a major portion of the learning process. Graduates are prepared to work as network administrators, systems analysts, and Microsoft certified systems engineers. Courses in certificate training may transfer to Associate level programs. Please refer to selective options, on page 32 of this catalog. Course No Course Title Credits PROGRAM CONCENTRATION CST031 & CST033 A+ Service Technician 12 MNP100 Administering Windows XP Professional 6 MNP110 Administering Windows 2003 Server 6 MNP120 Managing Windows 2003 Network Infrastructure 6 MNP130 Maintaining Windows 2003 Network Infrastructure 6 MNP140 Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory 6 MNP150 Designing Security for Microsoft Windows Server 2003 NW 6 MNP160 Implementing Security in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 NW 6 MNP170 CISCO Certified Networking Associate 6 TOTAL 60 NETWORK SECURITY AND COMPUTER FORENSICS Pittsburgh Technical Institute’s Center for Certification and Adult Learning offers a 9-month evening certificate program that introduces the concepts of information security through assurance fundamentals, IP concepts and behavior, password management and cracking, and intrusion detection systems. Students will learn to implement an in-depth defense strategy that includes multiple defensive measures to secure an enterprise network. Graduates are prepared to work as network security administrators, network support analysts, computer security specialists, and IT security specialists. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be prepared to take the Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker, and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certifications. Prior to entering this course, each student is required to have one of the following: • A+, MCP or higher certification • A degree in a related field • Experience working with and using Microsoft Windows NT, 2000, or 2003 • Successful completion of Pittsburgh Technical Institute’s “Network Security Analyst

Evaluation” exam. Courses in certificate training may transfer to Associate Degree level programs. Please refer to elective options, on page 32 of this catalog. Course No Course Title Credits PROGRAM CONCENTRATION CSA100 Network Security Essentials 6 CSA110 Computer and Network Security Concepts and Technology 6 CSA200 Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures 12 CSA300 Certified Information Systems Security Professional 12

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THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE PRACTITIONER Pittsburgh Technical Institute’s Center for Certification and Adult Learning offers a 15-month certificate program to prepare individuals for a career in massage therapy. Coursework provides the necessary skills for applications and treatment goals of muscular and general relaxation, stress reduction, pain management, recovery from injury, health promotion, education, and body awareness. Graduates are prepared to work as entry level therapeutic massage practitioners in day spas, chiropractic offices, fitness centers, hospitals, and long-term nursing facilities. After completing the program, students are eligible to take the National Certification Examination. Because the laws governing massage and massage therapists vary widely from state to state, prospective students are strongly encouraged to research their state’s requirements for licensure or certification at: http://www.ncbtmb.com Students graduating from the Therapeutic Massage program should be aware that they are responsible for meeting the training requirements in the state they wish to practice. Note: The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania currently has no specific regulations for practicing massage therapists. Course No Course Title Credits PROGRAM CONCENTRATION GSI181 Internship 6 TMP101 Chair Massage/Spa Techniques 3 TMP110 Anatomy and Physiology 1 3 TMP121 Introduction to Massage 3 TMP130 Anatomy and Physiology 2 3 TMP140 Kinesiology 3 TMP150 Swedish Massage 3 TMP201 Business Management for Massage Therapists 3 TMP210 Complementary Bodywork Systems 3 TMP221 Sports Massage/Rehabilitative Techniques 3 TMP231 Alternative Modalities 3 TMP235 Reflexology/Aromatherapy 3 TMP245 Integrated Deep Tissue Techniques 3 TMP250 Medical Law and Ethics for Massage Therapy 3

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STUDENT ELECTIVE OPTIONS Courses listed under certificate programs may be taken as electives in the corresponding associate degree programs. Total credits may vary slightly from that listed under the associate degree programs of study on pages 7-26 of this catalog.

COURSEWORK FROM TRANSFERS INTO ASSOCIATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS OF SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM

Medical Coding Specialist Medical Office Administration

MED270 Anatomy and Physiology/Disease/Procedures 1

5 MED125 Anatomy and Physiology 1 5

MED280 Anatomy and Physiology/ Disease/ Procedures 2

5 MED135 Anatomy and Physiology 2 5

Information Technology

MNP100 Administering Windows XP Professional

6 ITA101 Introduction to Information Technology or ITA111 Desktop Operating Systems

4 8

MNP110 Administering Windows Server2003 6 ITA141 Network Operating Systems 1 6

MNP120 Managing Windows 2003 Network

Infrastructure 6 ITA111 Desktop Operating Systems

8 6

MNP130 Maintaining Windows 2003

Network Infrastructure 6 ITA202 Network Infrastructures

ITA125 Networking 1 6 6

MNP140 Microsoft Windows Server 2003

Active Directory 6 ITA194 Network Operating Systems 3

ITA210 Server Applications 6 4

MNP150 Designing Security Microsoft

Windows Server 6 ITS272 Information Security 1 6

MNP160 Implement Security in MS Windows Server 2003 NW

6 ITA192 Network Operating Systems 2

6

MNP170 CISCO Certified Networking

Associate 6 ITA135 Networking 2

6

Network Security and Computer Forensics

CSA100 Network Security Essentials CSA110 Computer and Network Security Concepts and Technology CSA200 Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures CSA300 Certified Information Systems

Security Professional

6

6

12

12

ITS272 Information Security 1 ITS278 Information Security 2 ITA194 Network Operating Systems 3 ITS292 Intrusion Detection Systems ITS272 Information Security 1 ITA192 Network Operating System 2

6 7 6 7 6 6

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ACC100 Financial Accounting 1 4 Credits This course introduces the basic principles and procedures of accounting. Emphasis is placed on analyzing business transactions, cataloging, journal entries, posting to the general ledger, and preparing financial statements (income statement, owner's equity statement, and balance sheet). Students must earn a “C'' or better to proceed to ACC110 Financial Accounting 2. ACC105 Federal Taxes 4 Credits In this course, students will learn basic individual and business tax law. Emphasis will be placed on research, tax law and tax form preparation for individuals, corporations, and partnerships. ACC109 Payroll Accounting 4 Credits In this course, students will learn all aspects of computerized payroll procedures. Students will learn processing, tax withholding, pre-tax benefit plans, W-2 completion, W-4 completion, payroll tax filing, and journal entry recording. ACC110 Financial Accounting 2 4 Credits In this course, students will examine additional accounting concepts as they relate to sales and purchase transactions, merchandise inventory valuation, and various depreciation methods including methods for asset disposition. Topics include accounts receivable, subsidiary ledgers, adjustments for merchandise inventory, depreciation, accruals, deferrals and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Prerequisite: ACC100. ACC120 Intermediate Accounting 1 4 Credits This course begins a comprehensive study of corporate accounting and focuses on the statement of cash flows, financial disclosure, and profitability analysis. Students prepare financial statements, complete balance sheets, formulate income statements, and analyze transactions and journals. Prerequisite: ACC110. ACC200 Intermediate Accounting 2 4 Credits This course is a continuation of ACC120 Intermediate Accounting 1 and provides an in-depth study of a corporation’s economic resources. Students focus on cash and receivables, inventory measurement and issues, and the acquisition, utilization, and disposition of operational assets. Prerequisite: ACC120. ACC210 Intermediate Accounting 3 4 Credits This course is a continuation of ACC200 Intermediate Accounting 2 and focuses on financial instruments utilized by corporations. Students apply accounting principles related to investments, income taxes, and pensions. Prerequisite: ACC200. ACC230 Accounting Information Systems 4 Credits This course provides the students with hands-on experience in applying fundamental accounting principles within a computerized environment. Using computer technology, students gain experience setting up and maintaining accounts, recording transactions in the general and special journals, preparing payroll, completing the accounting cycle, and setting up accounting records for new companies.

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BUS100 Introduction to Business 4 Credits This course provides a thorough survey of major business functions, focusing on modern business procedures. Topics include international business, economics, management, marketing, accounting, social responsibility and ethics, innovation, and entrepreneurship. BUS105 Business Mathematics 4 Credits The purpose of this course is to teach mathematical concepts that are necessary for success in the business world. The course exposes students to applications relative to the following: percentages, banking, and financing with an introduction of algebra. BUS107 Computer Applications 4 Credits This course provides the students with an introduction to multiple office-base applications. The student will use the knowledge gained in this course as a foundation for implementing and developing projects in various applications including spreadsheets, word processing, and presentation software. BUS110 Principles of Management 4 Credits This course provides an overview of the major functions of operational and human resources management. Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to integrate behavioral and systems approaches with traditional analysis and demonstrate Total Quality Management and Continuous Quality Improvement methods in the management process. BUS120 Business Law 4 Credits This course provides students with detailed knowledge of the laws relating to contracts, commerce, property, business crimes, torts, and employment. Students develop an awareness of business situations requiring legal counsel and a familiarization with the overall structure of our legal system. BUS150 Constitutional Law 4 Credits This course is an introduction to the law of the Constitution of the United States and to the legal dynamics of constitutional drafting and interpreting, with a special emphasis on the work of the U.S. Supreme Court. Separation of powers, federalism, economic and social regulation, privileges and immunities of national citizenship, and the civil rights to equal protection and due process are examined, from doctrinal and historical perspectives. BUS200 International Business 4 Credits The study of international business concepts is designed to better prepare students to master the aspects of worldwide business functions. The course covers international trade, the international monetary system, and their relationship to business. Students also evaluate countries as potential sites for business operations. BUS220 Human Resource Management 4 Credits This is an introduction to the principles, policies and procedures of personnel management. The course focuses on the acquisition, training, and maintenance of human resources for organizations. Topics include legal principles for human resource managers, salary and benefits, workplace diversity, equal employment opportunity, recruitment and selection, orientation/training, appraisal of performance, and discipline.

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BUS230 Strategic Management 4 Credits In this course, students apply the concept of strategic planning to business case studies. Topics include analysis of external opportunities/threats, efficient use of internal resources, environmental scanning, strategy formulation and strategy implementation. Business simulations are run online to emulate realistic corporate scenarios. BUS235 Database Applications for Business 4 Credits This course introduces students to the design and use of databases for business applications. Using database computer software, students will plan and develop a variety of databases for business. Topics covered include database planning, creation of records, searching for data using database queries, development of forms for data entry, and report design. BUS240 Small Business Management 4 Credits This course introduces the challenges of entrepreneurship including the start-up and operations of a small business. Topics include types of small business ownership (including franchising and home-based business), financing alternatives, and issues of a small business (including personnel, marketing, site location, and managerial decision-making). Upon completion, students should be able to develop a business plan tailored to a small business. CAD100 Introduction to Drafting 4 Credits This course introduces students to the practices and techniques utilized within the drafting industry. Topics include oblique, 1pt perspective, 2pt perspective, isometric, and orthographic sketching, sectioning, and dimensioning practices as they apply to industry standards. CAD105 MicroStation 4 Credits This course is an introduction to the unique language, command methods and application of the MicroStation software. Topics included: display methods, view manipulation, drawing techniques, construction methods, manipulation methods, editing methods, dimension practices, and plotting techniques specific to this software. CAD110 AutoCAD 4 Credits This course is an introduction to the unique language, command methods and application of the AutoCAD software. Topics included: display methods, view manipulation, drawing techniques, construction methods, manipulation methods, editing methods, dimension practices, and plotting techniques specific to this software. CAD115 Introduction to Architectural Drafting 4 Credits This course is an overview of the architectural drafting industry. Students will learn print reading, architectural styles, design methods, terminology, proper drawing techniques and practices as they apply to the architectural industries. CAD120 Introduction to Mechanical Drafting 4 Credits This course is an overview of the mechanical drafting industry. Students will learn print reading, layout methods, terminology, proper drawing techniques and practices as they apply to the mechanical industries.

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CAD125 Building Materials 4 Credits This course is an introduction to the principles of building materials as applied to residential/commercial structures. Topics include building and construction techniques, material advantages and limitations, cost comparison, codes, and zoning. Prerequisites: CAD105, CAD110 CAD131 Residential Drafting 4 Credits This course is an introduction to principles of architectural drafting as they apply to residential structures. Students will apply proper drafting methods to create the following drawings: foundations, floor plans, elevations, sections, and construction details. Prerequisites: CAD145, CAD115 CAD136 Mechanical Drafting 1 4 Credits This course is an introduction to the principles of drafting as applied to the mechanical industry. Topics include geometric construction methods, orthographic layout procedures, precision measurement, dimensioning techniques, manufacturing and standardized part representation, and utilization of the Machinery’s Handbook. Prerequisites: CAD120, CAD145 CAD137 Mechanical Drafting 2 4 Credits This course is a continuation to the practices of drafting as applied to the mechanical industry. Reinforcement of the topics learned in CAD136 as well as identification and placement of welding symbols and finish marks. Students will learn advanced dimensioning standards that will include conventional tolerancing methods and geometric tolerancing methods. Prerequisites: CAD136 CAD140 Design and Manufacturing Processes 4 Credits This course will introduce students to design and manufacturing processes as they relate the mechanical industry. Students will learn the implications of design from conception to manufacturing. Topics include: the design process, material selection, manufacturing processes, and the effect of materials on design. Prerequisites: CAD137, CAD250 CAD145 3-Dimensional CAD 4 Credits This course will introduce students to drawing practices and techniques needed to create three dimensional drawings in both AutoCAD and MicroStation. Topics include display methods, view manipulation, manipulation of drawing planes, construction methods, manipulation methods, rendering techniques, and output methods. Prerequisites: CAD105, CAD110 CAD156 Building Systems 8 Credits This course is an introduction to principles of mechanical systems within a building. Systems include fire protection, HVAC, wiring and cabling, communication, electrical and plumbing as they apply to residential and commercial industries. Prerequisites: CAD105, CAD110 CAD200 Civil/Topographical Drafting 4 Credits This course is an introduction to principles and practices specific to the civil and topographical drafting industries. Students will learn proper drawing methods as they relate to residential and commercial structures. Topics include: site planning and preparation, surveying methods, legal descriptions, contouring and the basics of landscaping. Prerequisites: CAD145

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CAD205 Civil Application Software 4 Credits This course introduces students to civil industry specific-design software. Students learn how this database driven software manipulates data specific to the creation of civil related drawings and construction documents. Prerequisites: CAD145. Corequisite: CAD200 CAD210 Statics and Strengths of Materials 4 Credits This course is an introduction to the principles of mechanics of structures as they relate to the engineering industries. Topics include the calculation of: stress and strain of material, static equilibrium, support reactions, beam analysis, design properties and the affect of materials on a structure. Prerequisites: GEM200, GEM175 CAD215 Structural Drafting 4 Credits This course is an introduction to principles and practices specific to the structural drafting industries. Students will learn proper drawing methods as they relate to commercial structures. Topics include steel frame construction, beam and column connection detailing. Prerequisite: CAD145 CAD216 Structural Application Software 4 credits This course introduces students to structural design specific software. Students, using advanced modeling techniques, will create commercial construction documents extracted and annotated directly from object-based 3-dimensional structural models. Prerequisites: CAD145. Corequisite: CAD215 CAD220 Architectural Application Software 1 4 Credits This course introduces students to architectural industry design-specific software. Students learn advanced modeling techniques to create 3-dimensional architectural models and construction documents as they apply to the commercial drafting industry. Prerequisites: CAD145. A 70% grade must be attained at this level to continue on to the second level course. CAD225 Mechanical Application Software 1 4 Credits This course introduces students to mechanical-specific computer aided design software. Students use advanced techniques to create 3-dimensional parametric models, assemblies, and construction documents. Prerequisites: CAD145. Corequisite: CAD136. A 70% grade must be attained at this level to continue on to the second level course. CAD235 Architectural Application Software 2 4 Credits This course is a continuation of CAD220 Architectural Application Software 1. Students will continue to refine the standards and practices utilized in CAD220. The focus of the course will be placed on customization features, mechanical system features, and drawing specific features necessary to create complete drawing sets for the commercial industry. Prerequisites: CAD220 CAD 236 Architectural Capstone 8 Credits Participation in this course requires the completion of a capstone project that integrates the student's knowledge and skills acquired during the completion of the architectural concentration curriculum.

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CAD240 Kinematics 4 Credits Students investigate planar kinematics of rigid bodies using graphical and mathematical techniques to critically examine movements of mechanical elements. The objective is to provide a practical hands-on approach to study the movement of mechanisms with a focus on real-world machinery. Topics include use of vectors for 2-dimensional analysis. Mechanisms are analyzed for position, velocity, acceleration, and dynamic forces. Prerequisites: GEM175, GEM200 CAD250 Mechanical Application Software 2 4 Credits This course is a continuation of CAD225 Mechanical Application Software 1. Students will continue to refine the standards and practices utilized in CAD225. The focus of the course will be placed on assembly files and details, along with advance parametric modeling techniques necessary to create complete drawing sets for the mechanical industry. Prerequisites: CAD225 CAD 256 Mechanical Capstone 8 Credits Participation in this course requires the completion of a capstone project that integrates the student's knowledge and skills acquired during the completion of the mechanical concentration curriculum. CSA100 Network Security Essentials 6 Credits This course introduces the concepts behind network authentication, attacks, remote access, e-mail, web directory and files services, wireless and network devices, and medium security. CSA110 Computer and Network Security Concepts and Technology 6 Credits This course provides an introduction into the role and function of computers and networks in business. Topics include network security topologies, intrusion detection, security baselines, cryptography, physical security, disaster recovery, and computer forensics. CSA200 Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures 12 Credits This course will address both the managerial and technical aspects of information security. This course will focus on the need for security, legal, ethical, and professional issues in information security, risk management, best practices for security, logical and physical design of security, implementing security, employee training and awareness, and security maintenance. This course develops techniques to detect and evaluate vulnerable points within a networking environment. CSA300 Certified Information Systems Security Professional 12 Credits This course provides a comprehensive prospectus based upon the core principle concepts of security. The curriculum, the primarily lecture and case studies, discusses the ten core Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) that are essential to the understanding of security in a context. CST031 and CST033 A+ Service Technician 12 Credits A+ Service Technician is a 160-hour course that covers material found on both the Core A+ (hardware) certification test (CST030) and the OS-Technology (software) test (CST032). This course provides students with the hands-on experience and skill development needed to perform the hardware-associated tasks of installation, service, and support of microcomputers. Students also gain the hands-on experience in the software-associated tasks of installation, service, and support on microcomputers. Students are given a solid, practical understanding of PC configuration, troubleshooting, and repair. Students are given instruction and self-study materials that assist them in preparing for the Comptia A+ certification examination.

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ELT100 Math for Electronics 3 Credits This course provides students with the basic math tools necessary to solve problems in electrical and electronic circuit applications. The course consists of a review of arithmetic and the application of basic algebra. Students may also be exposed to right triangle solutions for AC circuits. ELT112 Basic Electricity 10 Credits This course introduces students to the construction and testing of basic DC and AC electrical circuits using basic components such as switches, resistors, inductors, and capacitors. Students learn proper testing and measurement procedures using standard electronic instruments. ELT120 Basic Electronics 1 5 Credits This course introduces students to additional electronic components such as diodes and transistors with applications such as filters, power supplies, and basic amplifiers. Prerequisite: ELT112. ELT124 Electronics 1 Lab 10 Credits In this course, students apply their knowledge of basic electronics to construct, test, and troubleshoot filters, power supplies, and basic amplifier circuits. Prerequisite: ELT112. ELT130 Basic Electronics 2 5 Credits

This course applies knowledge of electronics fundamentals to the advanced study of transistor amplifiers to include biasing techniques and AC signal operation. Students are also introduced to field-effect transistors and operational amplifiers. Prerequisites: ELT120 and ELT124.

ELT132 Basic Electronics 2 Lab 10 Credits In this course, students apply their knowledge of electronics fundamentals to construct, test, and troubleshoot small-signal amplifiers, power amplifiers, and switching circuits. Prerequisites: ELT120 and ELT124. ELT140 Digital Fundamentals 5 Credits This course provides students with an understanding of basic digital devices such as logic gates, flip-flops, counters, registers, decoders, and encoders. Students are also introduced to Boolean algebra and troubleshooting techniques. Prerequisites: ELT120 and ELT124. ELT142 Digital Lab 10 Credits In this course students apply their knowledge of digital fundamentals to construct, test, and troubleshoot basic digital circuits such as logic gates, flip-flops, counters, registers, decoders, and encoders. Prerequisite: ELT120 and ELT124. ELT250 Microprocessor Fundamentals 8 Credits This course provides an introduction to embedded microprocessor hardware, firmware, and software techniques, in both theory and lab experimentation. Hardware concepts of memory and interfacing in dedicated systems are explored as well as an introduction to the Basic Stamp Microcontroller using PBASIC. Prerequisites: ELT140 and ELT142.

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ELT257 Soldering and Inspection 4 Credits Students will learn to solder in accordance to the Joint Industry Standard IPC/EIA J-STD-001C. Modules will cover wires and terminals, through-hold technology, surface mount technology, and inspection. Prerequisite: ET112. ELT263 Electronic Communications 10 Credits Students are introduced to the important aspects of modern electronic communication systems. The course combines theoretical and laboratory environments to examine transmitters, signal propagation, and receivers. Topics include AM, FM, pulse encoding, networks, telephones, antennas, transmission lines, and microwaves. Prerequisites: ELT130 and ELT132. ELT265 Fiber Optics Technology 4 Credits Students will study the advantages, importance, and parts of a fiber optic system. The course combines theoretical and laboratory projects to learn infrared hardware, fibers, sources, detectors, splices, and couplers. It concludes with system evaluation including installation and test equipment. Prerequisites: ELT130 and ELT132. ELT273 Control System Electronics 10 Credits This course combines the theoretical and the practical in a project oriented environment designed to facilitate the understanding of today’s modern automation and control systems. The course focuses on industry standards as found in manufacturing, industrial process and control, and biomedical instrumentation. Prerequisites: ELT130 and ELT132. ELT275 Process and Industrial Instrumentation 4 Credits This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of various operational amplifier circuits, basic sensors, and transducers as they are applied to instrumentation and process control. The course will combine circuit analysis, construction, and testing. Prerequisites: ELT130 and ELT132. ELT280 Electronic Applications 4 Credits This course focuses on building students’ broad-based knowledge of electronics fundamentals to various applications. The course is designed to help prepare students for various employer and certification exams. Prerequisites: ELT130 and ELT132. ELT285 Microcontrollers and Robots 4 Credits In this course, the student will be able to program a microcontroller to produce various electronic functions. Students will construct a robot and modify computer programs to control robotic motion and operation. Prerequisite: ELT250. GDA110 Drawing 4 Credits This course introduces the fundamentals of drawing through the five elements of art (line, space, value, form, and texture). A series of exercises and assignments focuses on various applications involving form, lighting, perspective, figure drawing, and historical studies. GDA111 Introduction to Computer Graphics 4 Credits This course gives students an overview of desktop publishing and other graphic software that enables them to use the computer as a graphic design tool. Additional topics include file management, the Internet, basic keyboarding, and basic troubleshooting.

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GDA112 Design 1 4 Credits This course focuses on the fundamentals of the visual design elements of line, shape, and color, with the emphasis on creative thinking and problem solving using various techniques and methods. GDA121 Typography 1 4 Credits This course focuses on the fundamentals of typography and introduces the students to aspects of type for display and text design. Students become familiar with the categories of type and a variety of font families. They also become proficient at choosing fonts to match a specific message. GDA122 Digital Imaging 4 Credits This course utilizes techniques associated with designing computer graphics and page make-up for desktop publishing. Emphasis is on the exploration of illustration, photo retouching and manipulation, working toward finished results primarily for print and Web. GDA123 Computer Illustration 4 Credits In this course students use the computer as a drawing tool. Students will become aware of the industry markets of cartooning, technical illustration, and typography and how these can work in different designs and page layouts. GDA124 Color Theory and Techniques 4 Credits This course introduces the basic compositional principles of harmony and contrast through the practice of color applications using acrylic paints, and markers. Basic exercises are introduced and practiced to learn how to achieve different product surfaces and create visual effectiveness. The use of color in printing also is explored. GDA132 Typography 2 4 Credits This course is designed to strengthen fundamentals to investigate the creative aspect of type design. The students work with a variety of type features to produce creative solutions. Students also refine skills of efficiency and clarity in text design. Prerequisite: GDA121. GDA134 Computerized Page Make-Up 4 Credits This course focuses on the capabilities of the Macintosh computer as a working tool in producing graphic art. The emphasis will be on using the computer and software as design tools and learning to merge text and graphics to create ads, newsletters, and logos for desktop publishing. GDA135 Web Design 1 4 Credits This course introduces the processes of designing web pages for publishing on the World Wide Web. Students learn to apply their visual design skills within the constraints and limits specific to this medium. Students gain an understanding of the Internet environment and the process of website design and development. Students learn basic HTML programming, image creation, and page layout with graphics and web design applications. GDA140 Advertising Processes 1 4 Credits This course examines the creative side of advertising, through foundation theories and practical applications. Students are challenged to closely observe and understand advertising in today’s market.

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GDA141 Production 1 4 Credits This course introduces the principles and methods needed to prepare traditional and electronic artwork. Specific areas of study include art rescaling, photo cropping, color separation, digital photography, file management, and a basic introduction to electronic separations and printing. GDA250 Design 2 4 Credits This course focuses on advanced layout and design skills. The student becomes familiar with visual communication theories, cross-cultural design and information design. Creative problem solving and presentation skills are also explored. Prerequisite: GDA112. GDA252 Production 2 4 Credits This course focuses on the advanced methods and techniques needed in preparing electronic designs from concept to printing. The emphasis is on file preparation, pre-press processes, pre-flighting files, electronic output, color proofing, and printing processes. Prerequisite: GDA141. GDA254 Web Design 2 4 Credits This advanced course builds on the students' basic Web authoring skills by focusing on the demands, details, and subtleties of creating web pages. The processes of graphic and multimedia creation, adding interactivity, color use, file management and formats, testing, publishing and publicizing are addressed. Students introduce interactivity and multimedia elements to enhance their personal sites, and design and develop an industry-led website. Prerequisite: GDA135. GDA260 Project Development 4 Credits This course prepares the students to produce an industry-relevant project utilizing all resources. The focus is on project management through specifications, budgets, time management, meeting project deadlines, client contact, working with outside vendors, and presentation of final designs. GDA262 Advertising Processes 2 4 Credits This course gives the students hands-on experience in applying the advertising theories and practices emphasized in GDA140 Advertising Processes 1. The students pursue the various methods of advertising in magazine, newspaper, and sales promotions through practical application and presentation. Prerequisite: GDA140. GDA270 Multi-Page Documents 4 Credits This course highlights the study, examination and use of typography when creating page layouts and how to prepare and design multiple-page documents. The students develop skills in a computer page layout program to prepare for the industry’s need for competence in magazine, booklet, brochure and catalog design. GDA271 Portfolio Development 1 4 Credits This course will enable students to further develop their portfolio and presentation skills for potential employers. Students will also develop an electronic portfolio using industry preferred software to demonstrate their familiarity and proficiency with the computer. Prerequisite: GDA250.

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GDA273 Corporate Design 4 Credits This course examines corporate identity programs and the use of trademarks and logos from concept to presentation. Emphasis is on the use of type and design and how it is applied in the corporate environment. GDA282 Portfolio Development 2 4 Credits This course is a continuation of GDA271 Portfolio Development 1 and enables students to finalize both their standard and electronic versions of portfolios for presentation to potential employers. Prerequisite: GDA271. GEE099 Principles of Writing 3 Credits This class focuses on fundamental writing elements needed to succeed in college level courses. Mastery of sentence structure, grammar and usage, punctuation and mechanics will be emphasized with a focus on improvement of basic writing skills at both the sentence and paragraph level. Students placed in GEE099 must successfully complete this course before taking GEE100 English Composition 1 or GEE150 English Composition 2. GEE100 English Composition 1 4 Credits This writing course focuses on the writing of narrative, process, cause and effect and descriptive essays from the initial stage of free writing to final revisions and editing. Topics included are purpose, audience, development, focus and organization, as well as word usage and sentence structure. Elements of grammar, spelling and punctuation are reviewed. Peer editing is used for critiquing students’ essays. Assigned readings are part of class discussion and writing assignments. Prerequisite: Satisfactory performance on the writing proficiency exam or GEE099. GEE150 English Composition 2 4 Credits This writing course is a continuation of the fundamentals introduced in GEE100 English Composition 1. Library and electronic research techniques and guidelines are thoroughly covered. Advanced persuasive writing and research-based persuasion are emphasized using citations and works cited according to MLA guidelines. Analytical and critical thinking skills are developed through evaluation of their own writing and that of others. Assigned readings are part of class discussion and writing assignments. Prerequisite: Satisfactory performance on the writing proficiency exam or GEE099. GEE211 Effective Speech 4 Credits This course focuses on the various dimensions of effective speaking with emphasis on audience analysis, reasoning, organization, evidence, and delivery. Throughout the course, the student is acquainted with the various types of speeches and their effectiveness through critical and analytical reading, individualized and group exercises and projects, and class discussions. Students deliver a variety of speeches including informative and persuasive speeches. GEH120 Art History 4 Credits This general studies course focuses on the history of art and design. Lessons and projects provide students with approaches to creative thinking, understanding visual communication and discovering meaning through discussion and research. Lectures and other activities are designed to enhance the student’s understanding of the relationship between historical developments and artistic production.

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GEH121 History of Technology 4 Credits This general studies course exposes students to the evolution of technology and its impact on society. The course will emphasize the overall impact of major technological innovations and inventions that fundamentally altered the world as well as look at some of the great thinkers that helped technologies throughout history. GEM100 Principles of Mathematics 4 Credits This general studies course involves a review of the principles of mathematics. Topics to be discussed include whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, the metric system and an introduction to algebra using graphing calculators. These principles are essential in the use of formulas and their applications in the fields of electronics, computer drafting, computer systems and in medical technology. GEM125 Personal Finance 4 Credits This general studies course blends financial theory with financial applications while providing an understanding of the U.S. financial structure. Emphasis is placed on budgeting, personal income and expenditures, planning for financial security and retirement, saving and investment alternatives, finance and credit sources, the role of insurance, and federal income tax requirements. GEM150 Algebra 4 Credits This general studies course involves various algebraic operations including signed numbers, evaluating expressions, simplifying and solving algebraic equations, factoring, functions and their graphs, and word problems relative to the respective fields. Prerequisite: Satisfactory performance on the mathematics proficiency examination or GEM100. GEM175 Physics 4 Credits This course provides an introductory study of the principles and laws of physics as applied to mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, heat, sound, and optics. GEM200 Trigonometry 4 Credits This general studies course involves the use of applied trigonometric functions. Topics include concepts of geometry, Pythagorean Theorem, trigonometric identities relative to right triangles, the law of sine and cosine, logarithmic functions, and an introduction to vectors. Prerequisite: GEM150. GES100 Psychology 4 Credits This course introduces the student to basic psychological principles. Topics include cognition, sensory and perceptual behavior, conditioning, memory, intelligence, perception, emotions and drives, motives, reactions to conflict and frustrations, stress, personality, and development phases. GES130 Ethics 4 Credits This general studies course focuses on ethical and legal principles and social responsibilities as they relate to everyday challenges. Students explore modes of applying ethical standards to issues such as personal accountability, environmental problems, interpersonal relations and emerging social systems.

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GES140 Economics 4 Credits This general studies course provides a survey of core economic concepts. Students are exposed to the ideas needed for a basic understanding of macro and micro economic principles. Topics include the business cycle, the Federal Reserve, monetary and fiscal policy, inflation, the stock market, and the law of supply and demand. GES150 Critical Thinking 4 Credits In today’s information age, critical thinking skills are vital for success. This course utilizes case studies to teach reasoning, analysis and evaluation skills in every day situations. Students learn the importance and benefits of critical and creative thinking, steps to understand, analyze and evaluate specifics of argument and persuasion, and practice solving problems using critical thinking skills. GES175 Social Problems 4 Credits Analysis of major social problems confronting American society with special emphasis on critical thinking abilities in evaluating causes, effects, and various approaches in dealing with social problems. Discussion includes such topics as mental illness, crime, juvenile delinquency, race relations, pollution, population, urbanization and influences detrimental to family stability: divorce, alcoholism, gambling, and drug use. GES200 Human Relations in Organizations 4 Credits This general studies course focuses on effective human relations in organizations. Specific areas of study include work relationships, ethical choices, team building, conflict management strategies, diversity in the workplace, and work-related stress. GES250 Leadership Principles 4 Credits Students will understand the concepts of leadership and the supervisory roles, planning, decision-making, performance management, strategic management, team building, group and organizational dynamics, and functions in an organization. This class teaches how to be an effective leader in a dynamic, diverse, and continuously evolving business environment. Concepts of goal-setting, motivation, time management, and other interpersonal skills are taught. Students will become familiar with successful leadership practices through case studies and research practices. GSD175 Career Development 2 Credits Students examine samples for creating results-oriented resumes. Students explore options through a resume workbook, templates, and research during scheduled labs. They also create a reference page and response letters (cover letter, thank you letter, acceptance and decline letter) customized to a discipline-specific job description which they will be able to utilize the remainder of their career for effective job searches. GSI181 Therapeutic Massage Internship 6 Credits

The student will gain therapeutic massage experience in an actual practice to help implement the knowledge and competencies acquired in previous courses. The internship experience is supervised by an on-site supervisor in conjunction with the Medical Department Chair. Prerequisite: The student is required to successfully complete all courses and requirements in the therapeutic massage program prior to internship placement. GSI185 Electronics Internship 6 Credits The Internship is a cooperative effort between the Institute and the professional community. It is designed to provide the students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in their major in a related working environment.

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GSI190 Internship 8 Credits The student will gain experience in a health care facility to help implement the knowledge and competencies acquired in previous courses. The internship experience is supervised by an on-site supervisor in conjunction with the medical program coordinator. GSI195 Simulated Coding Internship 8 Credits This simulated in house coding internship offers the student realistic medical coding cases that would be encountered in an actual medical workplace. GSI200 Internship 12 Credits The Internship is a cooperative effort between the Institute and the professional community. It is designed to provide the students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in their major in a related working environment. GSI210 Walt Disney World ® College Program Internship 12 Credits The Disney internship is a formal cooperative effort between Pittsburgh Technical Institute and the Walt Disney World College Program. Representatives from the Disney program will visit the campus of PTI to interview eligible students. Students selected will fulfill their internship at a Disney property in Orlando, Florida. Participants may be assigned to a number of different duties, including Merchandising, Food Service, Operations and more. Students will also have the opportunity to enroll in professional-development courses. The program is typically six months in length and is a paid internship. Housing is available at a minimal cost to the student. Students must have a cumulative 2.0 GPA to interview for this internship. GSI220 Surgical Technology Internship 18 Credits The 360-hour Internship experience will be conducted in a facility where there is an opportunity to observe, assist, learn, and perform in an on-the-job setting. It is a cooperative effort between the institute and the professional community. It is designed to provide the students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom and while on their clinical rotation. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all course requirements. HMA110 Diversity Management 4 Credits This course will promote understanding and creative problem solving in personal and business situations. Discussions will include changes in technology, travel, political systems, immigration, and religious beliefs that have helped shape today’s business environment. HMA121 Hospitality Sales and Marketing 1 4 Credits This course is an introduction to the sales and marketing activities of hotels and restaurants. The students will study principles and techniques inherent to the sales office and the essentials elements of the marketing plan. Personal selling, telephone sales, and internal marketing will be explored. Career options will also be discussed. HMA122 Hospitality Sales and Marketing 2 4 Credits This course is a continuation of HMA121 Hospitality Sales and Marketing 1. This course will focus on the hospitality industry’s major market segments (both individual and group) and how to reach them. The students will develop a marketing plan for a hotel or restaurant. Prerequisite: HMA121.

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HMA130 Hospitality Supervision 4 Credits This course focuses on managing people from the hospitality supervisor's viewpoint. It includes techniques for increasing productivity and controlling labor costs, time management, and managing change. It also stresses effective communication and charts key responsibilities of a supervisor in a lodging or food service operation. Students refine strategies designed to motivate employees and resolve conflicts with staff, guests, and suppliers. HMA140 Hospitality Accounting 4 Credits This course is designed to instruct the students in accounting procedures in the hospitality industry. Students learn inventory procedures, cost accounting, menu pricing, food and beverage costing, and budgeting. In addition, students learn how to read and analyze a profit and loss statement, compute occupancy percentages, and complete a hotel's daily report. HMA200 Front Office Procedures 1 4 Credits This course presents a systematic approach to front-office procedures by detailing the flow of business through a hotel, from the reservation process to check-out and settlement. The course also examines the various elements of effective front-office management, paying particular attention to the planning and evaluation of front-office operations and to human resources management. HMA205 Food and Beverage Management 1 4 Credits This course focuses on the application of concepts related to preparation, handling, and serving of food and beverage for restaurant use. Food selection, preparation methods, sanitation, and end usage are highlighted. Labor control and food cost are also addressed. HMA210 Rooms Division Management 4 Credits This course presents a systematic approach to managing housekeeping operations and provides a thorough overview, from the big picture of maintaining a quality staff, planning, and organizing, to the technical details of cleaning each area of a hospitality facility. HMA215 Club and Restaurant Management 4 Credits The students will learn all aspects of managing a restaurant. Discussions will include developing a marketing plan, promoting the operation, pricing the menu, and controlling costs. The human resource factor of managing a restaurant will also be discussed: selecting employees, training and development, and motivating the employee. HMA220 Resort Management 4 Credits This course offers a complete approach to the operation of resort properties. Beginning with historical development, details are presented in planning, development, financial investment management, and marketing that deal with the unique nature of resort business. HMA225 Nutrition 4 Credits The students will learn how to think nutrition. Discussions will be on carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water. Other topics will include nutrition and activity and ethnic cuisine. For a final project, the students will develop a “healthy menu.”

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HMA230 Front Office Procedures 2 4 Credits This is a continuation of HMA200 Front Office Procedures 1. This course provides students with basic hotel accounting procedures used in the night audit process and the various resources used by front office managers to attain organizational objectives. These skills are then used in a simulation where students are able to process reservations and registrations, monitor and chart financial transactions, and perform check-out and settlement. Prerequisite: HMA200. HMA235 Food and Beverage Management 2 4 Credits This course is a continuation of HMA205 Food and Beverage Management 1. It covers various categories of food and beverage operations including casual/theme restaurants, banquets and catered events, room service, and on-site operations. Procedures for getting ready for service and the delivery of service are presented with a clear focus on the unique features of the food service operation under analysis. An understanding of menu planning, types of menus, menu design, and menu trends are also addressed. A field trip to local food service establishments will be scheduled based on availability. Prerequisite: HMA205. HMA240 Hotel Security Management 4 Credits This course will prepare the students to handle vital risk management issues in the hospitality workplace. Safety and security case studies developed with industry professionals will be covered. Information on working with an in-house safety committee, crisis communications, and the importance of safety equipment of loss-prevention management will be discussed. HMA245 Safety and Sanitation Procedures 4 Credits The students will learn how to keep guest satisfaction high through effective quality and cost-control management. Lessons will include sanitation risk management and the HACCP system, food contamination, food spoilage and preservation, storing food, and control points. HMA250 Meeting and Event Planning 4 Credits This course is designed to be a resource and learning tool for today’s beginning meeting and event planning professionals. It will define the scope and segmentation of the convention and group business market, while describing marketing and sales strategies to attract markets with specific needs. Checklists and conference journals will be provided, as well as, explanations on the roles and responsibilities for the meeting managers and the meeting coordinators. HMA255 Purchasing for Hospitality Operations 4 Credits This course shows the student how to design and institute a cost-and-needs effectiveness purchasing program. Techniques for supplier selection, performance evaluation of service, and price negotiation are introduced. Utilizing a variety of resources, students learn all purchasing categories for food, beverage, non-food, and equipment. HMA260 Facilities Management 4 Credits Students study the process from which all efficient food service facilities emerge and the design characteristics of modern lodging establishments. Background is provided for the restaurant owner or manager in charge of refurbishing the hospitality facility.

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HMA265 Wines and Mixology 4 Credits This course is a comprehensive introduction to the history, science and varieties of alcoholic beverages and their cultural influences. The students will learn the proper service approaches used when presenting wines, beers, and spirits. Emphasis will be placed on proper sanitation procedures for beverage service in addition to the fundamentals of responsible alcohol management. ITA101 Introduction to Information Technology 4 Credits This course provides an introduction to the role and function of computers in business. Topics include the impact of computers on society, ethical issues, application/system software, external/internal hardware, and the Internet. ITA107 Spreadsheet Applications 4 Credits This course guides students with little spreadsheet experience and enables them to become knowledgeable, confident spreadsheet designers and users. The course utilizes hands-on examples, tutorials, and reinforcement to develop spreadsheet design in a wide variety of disciplines, including marketing, accounting, finance, and operations. ITA111 Desktop Operating Systems 8 Credits This course introduces students to a variety of computer operating systems. The course focuses on the installation of operating systems, major components of each of these systems, resource and memory management, and basic operations. Students gain an understanding of each operating system’s advantages, differences, and requirements. ITA121 Hardware Technology 1 6 Credits This course is designed to provide the comprehensive knowledge and skills necessary to install, maintain, upgrade, and repair computer hardware and software on PC workstations and networked systems. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to build and configure microcomputer systems, diagnose system hardware or software problems and perform actions necessary to make corrections. Prerequisite: ITA101. ITA125 Networking 1 6 Credits This course provides the student with the fundamentals of networking concepts and techniques. Topics covered include the theoretical models of networking, topologies, protocols, network design, layout, network implementation and troubleshooting. Prerequisites: ITA101. ITA133 Networking and Wireless Technologies 4 Credits This course is designed as a progression from Networking 2. Students will be introduced to advanced CISCO topics such as advanced router configurations, LAN switching theory and VLANs, advanced LAN and LAN switching design, access control lists, WAN technology frame relay, Network troubleshooting, WAN and WLAN theory and design. Wireless technologies will be discussed and implemented in various situations. Prerequisite: ITA135. ITA135 Networking 2 6 Credits This course is designed to have the student focus on servicing and supporting CISCO routers and switches. Upon completion, student will possess the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to configure, maintain and troubleshoot routers, routing and routing protocols on networks. Prerequisite: ITA141.

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ITA141 Network Operating Systems 1 6 Credits This course introduces a variety of network operating systems. The student gains an understanding of the basic functions of network administration, configuration, installation, network devices and cabling. Prerequisites: ITA111 and ITA125. ITA152 Technical Support and Customer Service 3 Credits This course is designed as a study of technical support/help desk concepts and techniques for supporting computers and computer services. This course prepares students to train and support end-users. Topics include end-user support functions, developing training modules, and strategies to provide ongoing technical support. The student will be involved with actions and events related to helpdesk procedures and processes. Emphasis is on solving user related issues, needs analysis, troubleshooting, and interaction with users. Prerequisite: ITA121. ITA164 Database Development 6 Credits This course presents full coverage of planning, creating, and manipulating records using database computer software. Topics include managing, arranging, and searching for data of existing databases using database software to create reports, labels and letters, and linking databases. Prerequisite: ITA101. ITA192 Network Operating Systems 2 6 Credits This course provides the foundation for installing and supporting current versions of Microsoft Windows Operating Systems used in a network environment. The goal of the course is to provide the necessary skills to install, configure, troubleshoot and support desktop and server versions of these operating systems. Prerequisite: ITA141. ITA194 Network Operating Systems 3 6 Credits This course is designed as a hands-on, complete overview of the many aspects of the UNIX/Linux operating systems. Students will gain knowledge in such areas as basic commands, system commands, shells, editors, the Graphical User Interface, user management and administration. Prerequisite: ITA192. ITA202 Network Infrastructures 6 Credits This course provides the student with the knowledge and techniques for setting up directory services and network infrastructures in a corporate environment. Emphasis is on networking services such as DHCP, DNS, WINS, as well as routing and directory services. Prerequisite ITA192. ITA210 Server Applications 4 Credits This course introduces the student to common applications found on most modern networks, ranging from mail servers to database and back-up servers. The course focuses on major functions of these applications and prepares the student to provide the necessary entry-level support. ITA222 Information Systems Administration 8 Credits This hands-on capstone course is a culmination of methods and procedures used in installation, configuration, troubleshooting, support and maintenance of client/server technologies and network deployment. This high-level course integrates knowledge attained in several prior courses and synthesizes it into a complex simulation of real-world situations. Students are provided with typical business scenarios that require them to analyze alternative solutions and recommend strategic processes. Prerequisites: ITA194, ITA133 and ITA202.

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ITA226 Hardware Technology 2 7 Credits This hands-on capstone course examines the methods and procedures used in the configuration and maintenance of microcomputer systems, design and implementation of computer networks, and deployment of hardware and software solutions. Topics include planning and implementing hardware and software installations in a PC ad MAC environment, system configurations, operations and troubleshooting. It also examines the interaction of people, systems and computers. This course includes design, development, testing, and implementation of an instructor-approved project. Strategic management issues unique to the information technology environment, such as fault tolerance and changes in computer technology are discussed and solutions are deployed. Prerequisites: ITA121 and ITA125 . ITP201 Project Management 4 Credits This course focuses on teamwork, projects analysis, and collaborative problem solving as it relates to the information technology field. Students will be exposed to a variety of project management principles, practices, and technical tools. ITP251 GUI Development 4 Credits This course uses visual programming techniques to develop GUI applications. Emphasis is on the development of GUI applications that use advanced programming to combine database, data structure, and robust programming techniques to produce programs that have the look and feel of commercial applications developed in industry. Prerequisite: SSD555. ITP256 Rapid Applications Development 5 Credits This course shows the student how to create visual applications using a graphical user interface (GUI). Topics include the utilization and creation of DLL components, File I/O, data access, and the incorporation of multimedia elements into an application. Prerequisite: SSD450. ITP261 Internet Programming 6 Credits This course focuses on dynamic, interactive web sites from a programming perspective. Emphasis is on HTML tags, cascading style sheets, interactivity through client side scripting, dynamic web content and database access through server side scripting. Prerequisites: ITP251 and SSD450. ITP300 Introduction to Game Design 6 Credits This course introduces issues inherent in the process of game design. Topics of instruction include the skills and tools needed for story and character development, game design, pre-production, prototyping, testing, end-user testing, human interface, content development and communication documents. Prerequisite: SSD350. ITP305 Game Development 1 6 Credits This course introduces students to the rigorous field of interactive simulation and gaming. Students learn about the major components of modern simulations and games from a technical perspective. Topics covered include: Threads, 2D Graphic and Animation, User Interfaces and Interactivity, Sound Effects and Music and 2D gaming Platforms. Prerequisite: ITP300. ITP311 Game Development 2 8 Credits This course deals with the study of the technology, science, and art involved in the creation of computer games. The focus of the course will be hands-on development of 3D computer games. Prerequisite: ITP305.

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ITS262 Digital Forensics 1 6 Credits This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to the computer Forensics field of study. Topics that will be covered include but not limited to, tracking offenders, hiding data, common hacking techniques, hacking tools, motives for defacing/hacking, encryption, and computer investigation Acceptance into the Network Security and Computer Forensics concentration or Department Chair approval. ITS268 Digital Forensics 2 5 Credits This course is designed to provide the student with detailed information concerning computer crime investigation. Topics covered in this course will assist the student with analyzing evidence collected from computer systems, proper collection and storage of that evidence. A series of computer forensic utilities and software applications are discussed and used in this course. Prerequisite: Successfully passing ITS262 with a minimum “C” grade. ITS272 Information Security 1 6 Credits This introductory course is designed to provide students with fundamental concepts of Network Security. Student will be introduced to terms and techniques related to providing confidentiality, integrity and availability of information. Prerequisite: ITA135. ITS278 Information Security 2 7 Credits This course is designed to increase the depth of knowledge and skills of the Network Security and Computer Forensics student charged with administering and securing information systems and networks. The student will learn host system hardening, system availability monitoring, network access control and applied encryption technologies, intrusion detection systems, as well as logging, forensics, and incident analysis and response techniques. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Network Security and Computer Forensics Concentration or Department Chair approval and successfully passing ITS272 with a minimum “C” grade. ITS280 Regulatory Compliance 3 Credits This course is designed to provide the student with the concepts of specific legislation regarding Information Technology. The emphasis will focus on HIPAA, Sarbanes Oxley, Privacy Act of 1974 and the Buckley Amendment. Prerequisite ITS272. ITS292 Intrusion Detection Systems 7 Credits This course is designed to provide the student with a focus on understanding the architecture for network intrusion detection and defense. The student will apply skills to install and configure Windows and UNIX host-based Intrusion Detection Systems. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Network Security and Computer Forensics Concentration or Department Chair Approval and successfully passing ITS272 with a minimum “C” grade. MED100 Keyboarding 5 Credits This course is designed to develop correct touch-typing techniques as a basis for building, maintaining, and improving speed and accuracy. Emphasis is placed on the mastery of the keyboard, including figures and symbols, and the ability to type at least 30 words per minute.

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MED103 Medical Office Administration 1 4 Credits This course provides students with the basic front-office procedures and skills utilized in the medical office or clinic. Students learn medical office protocol, problem solving, team building, and patient/customer service. Topics to be covered include: the healthcare industry, professional behavior in the workplace, interpersonal skills, medicine and ethics, patient reception and processing, written communication and mail processing, medical record management, and medical practice management. MED105 Medical Terminology 1 4 Credits The course introduces students to the language of medicine. Using a systematic approach, the students learn roots, prefixes, suffixes and combining forms to build a medical vocabulary. Basic body system knowledge includes: the body as a whole, digestive, urinary, female reproductive, male reproductive, and nervous systems. MED110 Clinical Techniques 1 5 Credits This course provides students with basic clinical skills. Emphasis is placed on learning the fundamentals of procedures that relate to patient care. Topics to be covered include: medical asepsis and infection control, preparing the medical record, and taking measurements and vital signs. MED112 Medical Office Administration 2 5 Credits This course is a continuation of the procedural steps in performing the administration functions in a medical facility. Topics to be covered include: professional fees, billing, collections, insurance claim forms, banking services, management of practice finances, telephone technique, and appointment scheduling. MED114 Computers in the Medical Office 4 Credits This course provides the students with a hands-on approach to using the Microsoft Office suite of programs in the medical setting. Using various applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software, the student will create a series of projects for 3 medical offices. MED115 Medical Terminology 2 4 Credits This course continues the building of a usable medical vocabulary. These body systems include: cardiovascular, respiratory, blood, lymphatic, musculoskeletal, skin, sense organs, and endocrine. Also included are terms in: oncology, radiology, pharmacology, and psychiatry. Combining forms and abbreviations are emphasized. Prerequisite: MED105. MED120 Clinical Techniques 2 5 Credits This course provides the students with additional knowledge of clinical skills. Emphasis is placed on assisting the physician. Topics to be covered include: assisting with the patient examination, disinfecting and sterilizing equipment, and assisting with surgical procedures. Prerequisite: MED110. MED125 Anatomy and Physiology 1 5 Credits This study of the normal structure and function of the human body designed to introduce the fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology. It includes the cell, tissues and membranes, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, the senses, and the endocrine system.

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MED130 Clinical Techniques 3 5 Credits This course provides the students with additional knowledge of clinical skills, specifically the administration of medication. Topics to be covered include the administration of oral medication, administering intradermal, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, dosages, and calculations. Students will master these skills through hands-on application. Prerequisite: MED110. MED135 Anatomy and Physiology 2 5 Credits This course continues the study of the structure and function of the human body. These body systems are included: blood, heart and blood vessels, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. Prerequisite: MED125. MED140 Clinical Techniques 4 5 Credits This course provides the students with additional knowledge of clinical skills. Topics to be covered include: eye and ear assessment, physical agents to promote healing, assisting with the gynecological examination and pediatric examination, assisting with colon procedures, radiology, and diagnostic imaging. Prerequisite: MED110. MED142 Clinical Techniques 5 5 Credits This course provides students with additional knowledge of procedures and skills used in the medical office. Topics to be covered include phlebotomy, IV therapy, and introduction to the Medical Lab. Prerequisite: MED110. MED145 Diseases and Diagnostic Methods 5 Credits This course examines the etiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic procedures, treatment, prognosis, and prevention of selected diseases and disorders of each body system. The subjects of congenital abnormalities, pediatric illnesses, and pain and its management are included. MED150 Introduction to Health Insurance and Coding 5 Credits This course will introduce the student to current health insurance programs with emphasis on the process associated with a medical claim and 3rd party reimbursement strategies. Topics will include commercial and indemnity plans, managed care plans, as well as government sponsored medical insurance programs. MED155 Computerized Patient Billing 4 Credits This course provides hands-on experience using Medical Manager software. The student will become familiar with all aspects of computerized account management in the medical office. The student will set up and maintain patient accounts, post and edit entries, schedule appointments, generate reports, and manage insurance claims. MED210 Medical Coding 1 5 Credits This course is designed to teach students the basic principles of ICD-9-CM and CPT coding. The student will be provided with hands-on experience through application of coding principles with examples and exercises based on actual case documentation. MED211 Coding Concepts 1 5 Credits This course is designed to teach students the basic principles of ICD-9-CM Volumes 1 & 2 diagnostic coding, ICD-9-CM Volume 3 procedural coding, as well as to introduce the HCPCS Level II coding system. The student will be provided with hands-on experience through application of coding principles with examples and exercises based on actual case documentation.

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MED215 Medical Law and Ethics 4 Credits This course is a study of the laws of the United States as they relate to the health care industry. Topics to be covered include: use of medical records, contracts, liability, patient rights, HIPAA, emergency care, Good Samaritan laws, confidentiality, right to privacy, informed consent laws, and the structure of the legal system. After researching, team panels will debate bioethical issues. MED220 Medical Coding 2 5 Credits This course is a continuation of the purpose, use, and coding applications of ICD-9-CM diagnostic and CPT procedure coding, as well as their role in related reimbursement and quality assurance issues. Prerequisite: MED210. MED221 Coding Concepts 2 5 Credits This course is a continuation of the HCPCS procedural coding system, with focus placed on level l codes or CPT codes. This course is designed to teach students the principles of procedural coding, as well as their relationship to reimbursement. The student will be provided with hands-on experience through application of coding principles with examples and exercises based on actual case documentation. MED225 Pharmacology 5 Credits This course uses a systems approach in learning major classifications of drugs and drugs of choice for selected disease processes and pathological conditions. Prerequisite: MED135. MED230 Medical Machine Transcription 1 8 Credits This course combines transcription techniques, medical terminology, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and keyboarding skills in the transcription of histories and physicals, discharge summaries, consultations and operative reports. Prerequisites: MED100 and MED145. MED240 Medical Machine Transcription 2 4 Credits This course continues to develop the student’s medical transcription skills and increased production speeds. Prerequisite: MED230. MED250 Medical Laboratory 1 5 Credits This course provides the students with knowledge of laboratory procedures. Topics to be covered include: electrocardiography, respiratory testing and urinalysis. Prerequisite: MED110 and MED142. MED255 Computerized Medical Office Procedures 4 Credits This multimedia learning course uses the MediSoft software that covers all aspects of computerized administrative and financial procedures performed in the medical office. Tasks include patient scheduling, service entries, payments and adjustments, and insurance claim management. MED260 Medical Laboratory 2 5 Credits This course provides the students with additional knowledge of laboratory procedures. Topics to be covered include: hematology, blood chemistry, serology, microbiology, and lab result call backs. Prerequisites: MED110 and MED142.

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MED265 Medical Seminar 5 Credits This course is designed to explore the role of medical personnel within the framework of the health care profession and to assist the student in the transition from student to health care team member. Library research, guest speakers, review of skills, patient simulation, and job search techniques are utilized. Emergency management, first-aid training and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification are included. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all course requirements. MED270 Anatomy and Physiology/Disease/Procedures 1 5 Credits This course will introduce the structure and function of the human body in sickness and in health. Diseases and disorders along with diagnostic and laboratory procedures will be discussed along with each body system. Topics to be discussed include: body as a whole, digestive, urinary, reproductive and nervous system. MED280 Anatomy and Physiology/Disease/Procedures 2 5 Credits This course continues the study of the structure and function of the human body in sickness and in health. Diseases and disorders along with diagnostic and laboratory procedures will be discussed with each body system. Systems to be discussed include: respiratory, cardiovascular, blood, lymph, musculoskeletal, skin, sense organs and endocrine system. Prerequisite: MED270. MKT100 Principles of Marketing 4 Credits This course features an introduction to the marketing environment, marketing research, and the role of marketing in organizations today. Topics include sales promotions, product placement, and pricing strategies in the movement of products from the business to the consumer. MKT120 Consumer Behavior 4 Credits This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform consumer analyses that can be used for understanding markets and developing effective marketing strategies. Primary emphasis is on the ways in which a consumer might behave as a purchaser and user of goods and services in our society. MKT131 Advertising and Promotions 1 4 Credits This course is designed to give students a broad view of advertising principles and their relationship to product marketing. The students will study the historical roots of advertising, brand research, and the organization of the ad from both the advertisers and agency perspectives. The various advertising media vehicles will be discussed. MKT132 Advertising and Promotions 2 4 Credits This course is a continuation of MKT131 – Advertising and Promotions 1. This course will focus on the creative functions of advertising. Students prepare rough layouts and write copy for various types of ads in specified media. Prerequisite: MKT131. MKT200 Professional Selling 4 Credits This course provides students with an understanding of the principles and techniques necessary to sell a product, service, or idea. Students develop sales presentations and use role playing to present them to the class.

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MKT210 E-Commerce and Internet Sales 4 Credits This course focuses on E-Business service in relation to the Internet. Topics include the influence of E-Commerce, identifying E-Business resources, managing project implementation, developing product Internet/Extranet launches, marketing E-Business services, and disintermediation. MKT230 Buying Procedures 4 Credits This is a comprehensive overview of retail buying and a study of the detailed activities involved in the buying cycle. The course includes identifying what and where to buy, selecting and pricing merchandise, writing purchase orders, and developing vendor relations. Prerequisite: BUS110. MKT240 Business and Sales Presentations 4 Credits During this course, students concentrate on the formal mechanisms necessary to prepare sales presentations including identifying the intended purpose, results, and audience of the presentation. Students plan their own classroom presentations using appropriate visual aids and multimedia. Prerequisites: MKT200 and GEE150. MMA112 Multimedia Design 4 Credits This course focuses on the fundamentals of the visual design elements of line, shape, and color, with the emphasis on creative thinking, time, audio and problem solving using various electronic techniques and methods. MMA113 Introduction to Multimedia 4 Credits This course is designed to provide the student with an overview and exposure to the basic multimedia concepts and software. Students examine introductory theories and concepts of four tracks in multimedia: Web, Interactive, Video, and 3D. Preproduction of all multimedia elements are stressed throughout the class. MMA130 Audio/Video Editing 4 Credits Students learn the theory and processes of audio/video editing using non-linear editing software on the desktop. Exercises in production and post-production techniques are applied for various delivery media. Students produce and edit a series of short videos for video, disk, and Internet applications. MMA131 3-Dimensional Modeling and Rendering 4 Credits This course introduces students to the fundamentals of 3-dimensional computer modeling and how it applies to a multimedia project. Using basic modeling techniques and utilizing texture, lighting, and environmental effects, students model and render 3-dimensional forms to create surreal and realistic images. MMA136 Interactive Multimedia 4 Credits This course introduces students to the aspects of motion graphics, image creation, digital composition, timelines, movement, and motion paths as they pertain to interactive development. Students expand their skills through projects which combine interactivity with animation. MMA144 Multimedia Delivery for the Web 4 Credits This course teaches students to combine visual and audio media into interactive applications for Internet delivery. The emphasis is on designing multimedia projects that integrate text, image, video, and sound content the students have learned to create in other classes. Prerequisite: MMA136.

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MMA250 Dynamic Content Management 4 Credits This course introduces students to the standards for designing relational databases. The course focuses on record creation, modification, and deletion as well as report generation and database design. In addition, Structured Query Language is utilized to obtain dynamic information for multimedia authoring. MMA252 Web Authoring and Design 4 Credits This course focuses on the students’ basic authoring skills by concentrating on the demands, details, and subtleties of creating web pages. HTML and supplemental client side scripting are the primary focus of this course. In addition, processes of graphic and multimedia creation--adding interactivity, color use, file management and formats, testing, publishing, and publicizing are addressed. Students use interactivity and multimedia elements to enhance their site design. MMA253 Interactive Design 4 Credits This course emphasizes screen design and user interactivity in interactive projects. Students use industry-standard software and improve their knowledge of scripting languages to dynamically manipulate data. MMA254 Audio Production 4 Credits This course is designed to introduce the principles and practices of indoor, outdoor and studio audio recording to the student. Topics range from the nature and physics of sound to producing sounds for various media, including broadcast and interactive CD ROM. Throughout the course students will gain hands-on experience in field recording both indoor and outdoor, studio recording, mixing and post processing for industry standards and file formats. Students will learn to creatively record and edit audio utilizing industry equipment and techniques such as: microphones and their placement, cameras, mixing consoles and non-linear editing software. Upon completion, the student will have the skills needed to create quality audio for use in other multimedia applications. MMA255 Client-Side Web Development 4 Credits This course deepens student knowledge of creating professional-level websites, utilizing the latest style formatting and positioning techniques. Current web scripting languages and search optimization theories are introduced. MMA256 Motion Graphics 4 Credits In this class, students create graphics commonly used for news stations, station identifications, commercials, and industrial films, title sequences for film and television, and DVDs. They produce motion graphics through exercises in 3-D animation, compositing, chroma keying, and video special effects. Tools for creating motion graphics and visual effects for film, video, multimedia and web delivery are utilized. MMA260 Server Side Scripting 4 Credits This course focuses on dynamic interactive web sites from a multimedia point of view. Emphasis is on data driven pages, interactivity through client side scripting, dynamic web content and database access through server side scripting. Prerequisite: MMA252 and MMA250. MMA263 Interactive Development 4 Credits Students develop interactive projects, with an emphasis on planning and teamwork. Theories of instructional design and usability are introduced, and consideration for target audience is stressed.

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MMA264 Advanced Editing 4 Credits Students will expand their knowledge of the editing process by creating projects utilizing advanced editing tools and techniques. Students will develop standard and high-definition projects utilizing non-standard frame rates, scan types, and advanced audio mixing with surround sound. The management of large-scale projects will be stressed along with project recovery techniques. Advanced exporting and distribution methods for broadcast, interactive, and web-based video will be covered including the authoring of DVDs with submenus, motion backgrounds, and interactivity. MMA265 Videography 4 Credits This course is designed to teach students how to plan and successfully execute video productions under both field and studio conditions. Proper pre-production will be emphasized along side safety and basic legal issues related to modern videography. Students will receive instruction on advanced lighting techniques for indoor, outdoor, and studio situations. Students will learn and utilize proper framing and image composition. The acquisition of high quality audio will be stressed throughout the course. The vital relationship between videography and post-production will be explored at all times in the course. Students utilize and sharpen their skills through the creation of high quality, in-depth video projects in a variety of genres. MMA270 Multimedia Project Development 4 Credits In this advanced course, students refine their project development skills by working on complex multimedia projects with the design and development of final deliverables. In order to prepare the students for industry, preproduction, design, accuracy of production and deadlines are stressed throughout the course. Prerequisites: MMA136, MMA131, MMA253 and MMA130. MMA272 Advanced Multimedia Technologies 4 Credits In this advanced course, students learn aspects of advanced programming languages that allow for scripting of complex interactive applications for Internet delivery. Students also survey the newest technologies and their impact on multimedia and visual design. Prerequisite: MMA136. MMA274 Advanced Visual Effects 4 Credits This course focuses on the techniques and tools used to combine graphics created in 2-D and 3-D applications with audio, video and/or animated footage. The student will develop 3-D models and special effects to use in a composite within a non-linear video editing and/or compositing application. Advanced 3-D layer techniques will be discussed and applied to create industry quality motion graphics. Scripting and expressions will be utilized in the creation of custom animations. The use of particle affects in both video and 3-D applications will enable the students to simulate and create dynamic fluid and atmospheric effects. Students will also perform simple motion tracking tasks to synchronize visual effects or other images with moving footage. MMA280 Multimedia Portfolio Development 4 Credits In this course, students select a primary and secondary track to create an industry -quality portfolio consisting of enhanced and updated projects from previous classes as well as newly created projects. Students create a final portfolio using a consistent theme related to their personal identity. MNP100 Administering Windows XP Professional 6 Credits This course is designed to learn how to set up and support the Windows XP Professional operating system by installing, configuring, and administering Windows XP Professional.

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MNP110 Administering Windows 2003 Server 6 Credits This course focuses on account and resource management in a Windows Server 2003 environment. This course covers topics such as managing physical and logical devices; users, computers, and groups; access and permissions; the server environment, and disaster recovery services. Prerequisite: MNP100. MNP120 Managing Windows 2003 Network Infrastructure 6 Credits This courses focuses on network infrastructure management for Windows Server 2003, this course covers topics such as implementing, managing, and maintaining IP addressing, name resolution, network security measures, routing and remote access, and monitoring and troubleshooting network infrastructure. Prerequisite: MNP110. MNP130 Maintaining Windows 2003 Network Infrastructure 6 Credits This course is designed on how to plan and implement a windows Server 2003 network infrastructure, covers topics such as server roles and security, infrastructure planning/design, routing and remote access, server availability, network security planning, and security infrastructure management. Prerequisite: MNP120. MNP140 Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory 6 Credits This course focuses on Windows Server 2003 active Directory infrastructure, this course covers topics such as planning, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Active directory infrastructure, planning user, computer, and group strategies; and planning, implementing and managing Group Policy. Prerequisite: MNP130. MNP150 Designing Security for Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network 6 Credits This course is designed to provide the knowledge and skills to design a secure network infrastructure. Topics include assembling the design team, modeling threats, and analyzing security risks in order to meet business requirements for securing computers in a networked environment. Prerequisite: MNP140. MNP160 Implementing Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 NW 6 Credits This course prepares you to implement, manage, maintain, and troubleshoot security in a Windows Server 2003 network infrastructure and also plan and configure a Windows Server 2003 PKI. Prerequisite: MNP150. MNP170 CISCO Certified Networking Associate 6 Credits This course is designed to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to design, build, and maintain a medium-sized network using CISCO routers, switches, and hubs. The course prepares students for the most recent CCNA certification. RMA150 Principles of Retailing 1 4 Credits This course focuses on the excitement of today’s fast-paced retailing environment. Students will study different retail organizations and what makes them successful or unsuccessful with consumer’s buying behavior. Careers in the retail industry are also explored in this course. RMA200 Principles of Retailing 2 4 Credits This course will introduce the students to all aspects of retail management. Topics will include store layout, merchandise mix, merchandising, control systems and planning. E-tailing and non-traditional retailing will also be explored as well as identifying new trends in the retail industry. Prerequisite: RMA150.

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RMA250 Fashion Merchandising 4 Credits This course will introduce students to the multi-billion dollar fashion industry. The students will explore the fundamental concepts of consumer demand and fashion change and trace the development, production, and marketing of merchandise from concept to consumer. Career options will also be addressed. RMA300 Visual Merchandising 4 Credits This course introduces students to the most up-to-date principles and techniques on interior and exterior displays, store layouts, and creative visual merchandising to reach their target markets, build a store image, and generate sales. The students will design in-class projects. RMA350 Promotion and Special Events 4 Credits This course covers promotion strategies and techniques that can be used in any retail environment with any product category. Students will also be able to evaluate the effectiveness of the promotion or event and become aware of the social impact and ethical concerns. SGT100 Orientation to Surgical Technology 4 Credits This course provides the student with basic surgical protocols and procedures. Course components include functions and responsibilities of the Surgical Technologist, historical development of the Surgical Technologist, surgical conscience and ethics in the operating room, structure and design of the operating room, and occupational hazards and safety methods. SGT110 Surgical Instrumentation and Microbiology 4 Credits This course introduces the student to the basic instruments used for surgery. While using aseptic technique the student will prepare supplies and equipment for surgery. Topics to be covered include knowledge of and transmission of micro-organisms, classification, safe usage, and care of surgical instruments. Hands-on practice selecting instruments and accessories will be provided. SGT115 Foundations of Surgery 4 Credits This course introduces the student to the basic concepts and procedures of surgical care. This course will integrate microbiological concepts in the surgical environment. Topics to be covered include infection controls associated with the operating room environment and equipment, decontamination and sterilization procedures, aseptic technique, disposal of biohazardous materials, hand washing, and scrub and gowning techniques, as well as anesthesia concepts and medications used in surgery. OSHA and CDC guidelines will be stressed. The student will gain knowledge of transporting and positioning patients. Lab exercises will be conducted to provide a hands-on practical experience. Prerequisites: SGT100 and SGT110. SGT120 Surgical Preparation, Equipment, and Supplies 4 Credits In this course the student will become familiar with the procedures necessary for patient preparation for surgery. It will include preparation of the surgical site, draping, wound management, and patient psychological and emotional concerns regarding surgery. The student will also become familiar with the various equipment and supplies used in the operating room. Topics to be covered include equipment and precautions used in electro surgery and laser surgery, vacuums, image intensifiers, catheters and drains, anesthesia machines, and homeostatic agents. The students will gain hands-on experience with draping the patient, sponge counts, and the various machines and equipment used in surgery. Prerequisite: SGT115.

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SGT125 Principles of Surgery 4 Credits This course incorporates the daily procedures and protocols of the surgical process. The student will become familiar with various surgical routines in the operating room such as case assignments, gathering supplies. Surgeon’s Preference Cards, operating room records, back table and Mayo stand setup, hand signals, safe handling of specimens, and the required counts. Prerequisite: SGT115. SGT200 Surgical Technology 1 5 Credits This course is the first course that will cover the specific requirements of the main surgical procedures. Surgical procedures to be covered include general surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, biliary tract, pancreas, and spleen surgery, rectal surgery, hernia repair, breast and thyroid surgery, and surgical stapling. Skills that have been previously mastered will be integrated in this course. The student will be provided with hands-on experience in preparing the necessary surgical trays for these procedures and then practice following the steps involved in the surgical procedure from beginning to end. Prerequisites: SGT100, SGT110, SGT115, SGT120, and SGT125. SGT220 Surgical Technology 2 5 Credits This course is the second course that will cover the specific requirements of main surgical procedures. Surgical procedures to be covered include obstetric/gynecology surgery, urology surgery, and minimal access surgery. Skills that have been previously mastered will be integrated in this course. The student will be provided with hands-on experience in preparing the necessary surgical trays for these procedures and then practice following the steps involved in the surgical procedures from beginning to end. Prerequisite: SGT200. SGT230 Surgical Technology 3 5 Credits This course is the third course that will cover the specific requirements of the main surgical procedures. Surgical procedures to be covered include orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, and plastic surgery. Skills that have been previously mastered will be integrated in this course. The student will be provided with hands-on experience in preparing the necessary surgical trays for these procedures and then practice following the steps involved in the surgical procedures from beginning to end. Prerequisite: SGT200. SGT240 Surgical Technology 4 5 Credits This course is the fourth course that will cover the specific requirements of the main surgical procedures. Cardiothoracic and vascular surgical procedures will be covered. Skills that have been previously mastered will be integrated in this course. The student will be provided with hands-on experience in preparing the necessary surgical trays for these procedures and then practice following the steps involved in the surgical procedures from beginning to end. Since the student will be introduced to a variety of emergency procedures in the operating room, First Aid and CPR will be taught. Prerequisite: SGT200. SGT250 Surgical Technology 5 5 Credits This course is the fifth course that will cover the specific requirements of the main surgical procedures. Surgical procedures to be covered include otorhinolaryngologic surgery, ophthalmic, dental, oral and maxillofacial surgery, and pediatric surgery. The student will be provided with hands-on experience in preparing the necessary surgical trays for these procedures and then practice following the steps involved in the surgical procedures from beginning to end. Prerequisite: SGT200.

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SGT260 Clinical Rotation 13 Credits This course is conducted in a surgical facility and provides students a clinical experience with a variety of perioperative assignments. The student will experience a wide variety of operating room situations where he/she will use the skills learned in the classroom. Under the supervision of the clinical instructor, the student will take part in surgical procedures and work as a member of the surgical team. Students will complete their clinical rotation at an affiliate site for three eight-hour days per week. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Surgical Technology core classes through term 6. SSA100 Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice 4 Credits This course describes specific crimes and examines the major theories that attempt to explain the reasons for criminal behavior. The course also examines the organizations that comprise the criminal justice system (including police, courts, and corrections institutions), and defines the roles of these groups within the system. SSA110 Introduction to Policing 4 Credits Through this course, students will gain a knowledge of the history of policing and what is involved with being a police officer today. Topics examined will include the role of police officers in today’s society, approaches to police operations, and critical issues in policing, such as stress, ethics, diversity in hiring, and technology in policing. SSA120 Criminal Procedure 4 Credits This course will show the relationship of law enforcement and individual constitutional rights. Students will define probable cause and study what constitutes a valid arrest, search, seizure, admission, and confession. SSA130 Principles of EOC/Dispatch 4 Credits This course prepares the student for the role of a communication specialist/dispatcher. Focus areas include: roles and responsibilities; FCC rules and regulations; legal issues; basic telecommunications techniques; law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical dispatch; Computer Aided Dispatch; and crisis intervention strategies and professionalism. The student will be introduced to a real-life communication center environment through simulation lab exercises which will be incorporated as a significant component of the course. SSA200 Criminal Investigations 4 Credits This course will provide a practical approach to conducting investigations by instructing students in investigative responsibilities, the methods of conducting investigations for crimes against people and property, and the challenges faced by criminal investigators. SSA210 Modern Corrections Issues 4 Credits Going beyond the description of the corrections system discussed in Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice, this course introduces modern correctional issues, including the role of prisons in prisoner reform, probation and prison alternatives, the prison environment for staff and inmates, parole, and the death penalty debate. SSA230 Juvenile Justice 4 Credits During this course, students will study juvenile delinquency trends, the characteristics of juvenile offenders, the relationship of juvenile offenders and the criminal justice system, and the various methods of prevention and treatment.

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SSA240 Terrorism 4 Credits This course explores the basic security issues that arise because of the ever present threat of terrorism. Subjects covered include the history of terrorism, the components of the modern terrorist threat, and security issues directly related to today’s threat of terrorism. SSA260 Security and Loss Prevention 4 Credits Beginning by introducing students to basic loss prevention concepts, this course then presents methods of implementing a complete security program. Topics covered include screening employees, recognizing and handling internal and external threats, buying physical security systems, understanding the relationship between risk management and insurance, and identifying loss prevention means in retail and industry. SSA270 Act 235 Certification 4 Credits This course enables students to prepare for and complete Act 235 Certification. This certification is a requirement for individuals who are required to carry a lethal weapon as a condition of employment. This is a pass/fail course and the students will be required to take the course off campus. SSA280 Report Writing For Criminal Justice Professionals 4 Credits This course is designed to teach students the basic techniques of note taking in the report writing process. The students will analyze and compile data for use in formal reporting in order to gain confidence in report writing. Communicating facts, information and ideas in an effective, simple, and logical sequence will be practiced. The various types of reports and memoranda used in the criminal justice system will be discussed. SSD151 Introduction to Information Systems 9 Credits This course introduces students to computer-based information systems through an introduction to programming of Web-based software. Students are introduced to the modern model of the computer in the context of a network. Programs are written in JAVA, an object-oriented language designed in part to write Web-based applications. Students create Web pages and JAVA servlets. SSD250 Introduction to Computer Systems 5 Credits This course introduces students to the fundamentals of using and maintaining computer systems in a networking environment. The basic components and functions of the computer and the network are introduced, along with tools and procedures for their operation and maintenance. Prerequisite: SSD151. SSD350 Object-Oriented Programming and Testing 10 Credits This course introduces students to problem solving by means of object-oriented design and implementation. Emphasis is on problem analysis and solution design documentation and implementation. Students use commercial software libraries and create Web-centric projects. Programming assignments are carried out in JAVA. Prerequisite: SSD151. SSD450 User-Centered Design and Testing 8 Credits This course focuses on human-computer interaction, providing training in the basic skills of task analysis, and interface evaluation and design. Students learn to develop designs that are usable and useful for people. Students learn how to empirically evaluate user interfaces (leading to better ones). Visual Basic is used in programming assignments. Prerequisite: SSD350.

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SSD551 Data Structures and Algorithms 1 8 Credits In this course, students design and write a variety of programs covering programming techniques applicable to all business disciplines. Lab sessions promote hands-on experience in flowcharting, elementary programming, decision loops, strings, pointers, functions, and subscripted variables. Programming assignments are carried out in C++. Prerequisite: SSD350. SSD555 Data Structures and Algorithms 2 10 Credits This course focuses on understanding the dependence of execution time, bandwidth and memory requirements on the data structures and algorithms chosen. Students learn to reason informally about algorithm and data structure correctness and complexity. Primary emphasis is given to intelligent selection of algorithms and representations. Programming assignments use C++ and the Standard Template Library. Prerequisite: SSD551. SSD750 Database Systems 10 Credits This course introduces students to database concepts including database design. Relational data models are emphasized. Students develop client-server applications in JAVA and/or Visual Basic, using commercial database management systems. Example applications include E-commerce systems. Prerequisites: SSD555 and ITP261. TMP101 Chair Massage/Spa Techniques 3 Credits This course introduces the student to the unique form of bodywork performed on a massage chair. Students will learn a 15-minute acupressure sequence emphasizing the anatomy and physiology of the neck, shoulders, back, arms, hands, and scalp. In addition, students will also discover how to refine their own body mechanics to allow for multiple treatments per day. The history of spas, spa etiquette, and spa techniques are also included as part of the wellness model. To prepare students for potential medical emergencies, this class will also provide training in CPR and First Aid. TMP110 Anatomy and Physiology 1 3 Credits This course will introduce the structure and function of the human body in sickness and in health. In order to promote a safe and beneficial professional practice, special attention will be paid to indications and contraindications for massage application. Subjects to be covered include medical terminology, body as a whole, nervous system, skeletal system and basic overview of the muscular system. TMP121 Introduction to Massage 3 Credits This course introduces the student to the concept of professional touch. Included are the history of massage and the identification of the professional, legal and ethical boundaries associated with the therapist’s scope of practice. Accurate record keeping, informed consent, intake and assessment procedures precede the hands-on application of basic massage manipulations and techniques. The anatomy and physiology of body systems pertaining to indications and contradictions will be addressed. Students will learn to create a safe and hygienic environment for the practice of massage as well as self care techniques that involve proper body mechanics. TMP130 Anatomy and Physiology 2 3 Credits This course is a continuation of Anatomy and Physiology 1. Systems to be covered include skin, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, urinary and reproductive. Prerequisite: TMP110.

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TMP140 Kinesiology 3 Credits In this core course, students begin an in-depth study of the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system. Through supervised practice, lecture, slides, and hands-on exercises, students will learn the origin, insertion, action, and enervation of over 100 muscles. This course incorporates muscle palpation as a direct approach to understanding the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of movements of the body, muscles and their attachment sites, bones and bony landmarks, and is the precursor of advanced neuromuscular techniques. TMP150 Swedish Massage 3 Credits During this course, the student studies the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the spine. Basic Swedish massage strokes are introduced along with the medical terminology necessary for legal and ethical record keeping. Anatomy and physiology will be emphasized as the student practices the massage strokes and body mechanics necessary to perform a full-body Swedish Massage. TMP201 Business Management for Massage Therapists 3 Credits This course introduces the challenges of entrepreneurship including the start-up and operations of a small therapeutic massage business. Topics include common business practices and structures; formulation of a business plan; legal agreements, contracts, and employment agreements; professional insurance plans; basic principles of accounting and bookkeeping; create and maintain client, financial and tax records; and research of federal state, and local regulations as they apply to massage therapy. TMP210 Complementary Bodywork Systems 3 Credits This course introduces students to the anatomy and physiology of Eastern and Asian therapies including the science of Ayurveda, the Chakra system, the “finger pressure” technique of Shiatsu, acupressure and the meridian system of Chinese medicine. Because these energy-based modalities explore the concepts of centering and grounding, students will begin to gain appreciation of the holistic nature of therapeutic massage and integrate new diagnostic skills in assessing their clients’ needs. TMP221 Sports Massage/Rehabilitative Techniques 3 Credits The objective of this course is to introduce the student to the specific components of massage designed to decrease sports-related injuries. To achieve this objective, students will review neuromuscular anatomy, the physiology of movement (kinesthetics), and the pathology of pain-spasm-pain cycle. Students will gain familiarity and competency with the techniques of event sports massage including pre- and post-event massage, joint mobilization, thermal problems, cryotherapy, hydrotherapy, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF stretching) and one maintenance massage routine. TMP231 Alternative Modalities 3 Credits This course is designed to review the physiology and pathology related to the needs of special populations. Students will be presented with a variety of modalities to meet those specialized needs including maternity, infant and pediatric massage, children with special needs, geriatric massage, hospice and palliative care, massage for survivors of trauma and abuse, and massage for clients with physical disabilities. Students will also learn the complementary nature of massage and chiropractic care by presenting a research project that evidences the healing potential of an integrative approach.

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TMP235 Reflexology/Aromatherapy 3 Credits This course is an overview of reflexology history, theory, contraindications and current use worldwide. In preparation for the National Certification Exam, students will review the anatomy and physiology of body systems to understand how hand and foot reflexology relate to these systems to promote good health and alleviate body tension. Students will learn to map reflex areas on the feet and hands and apply techniques to stimulate coordinating body systems. As an adjunct to the healing process, students will be introduced to aromatherapy, essential oil application and blending techniques. Students will demonstrate learned skills by creating a reflexology project that includes aromatherapy blended for specific healing intentions. TMP245 Integrated Deep Tissue Techniques 3 Credits Integrative massage therapy is a treatment that involves the integration of a variety of techniques including deep tissue massage, neuromuscular and trigger point therapy, shiatsu and polarity, somatic and bodywork techniques. In this advanced course, students will apply anatomy and physiology and pathology concepts while learning specific routines for each modality. Students will practice injury-specific techniques and communication skills that help the client to achieve treatment goals. This course includes an introduction to rehabilitative techniques used to treat the chronic pain caused by Myofascial Pain Syndrome and muscular dysfunction. Tissue listening, myofascial release, energy balancing, and client re-education form the basis of this technique. TMP250 Medical Law and Ethics for Massage Therapy 3 Credits This on-line course is a study of the laws of the United States as they relate to the health care industry and massage therapy. Topics to be covered include: the structure of the legal system, health care laws and regulations, confidentiality, patient rights, malpractice issues and the ethical practice of massage therapy related to scope of practice, business practices, and sexual issues. TTA100 Destinations 4 Credits This course introduces the basic travel concepts required for a student to work in the travel industry. Emphasis is placed on the proper usage of industry reference materials, travel geography, and tourist destinations in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central America, and South America. TTA111 Global Distribution Systems 1 4 Credits This course provides complete instruction, demonstration, and hands-on application using the simulated SABRE computer reservation system. Students learn to create, modify, and maintain passenger name records, price various domestic and international itineraries, and automate tickets and complete accurate boarding passes. TTA115 Global Distribution Systems 2 4 Credits This course is a continuation of TTA111 Computer Reservation Systems 1. Students continue to learn and practice to create, modify, and maintain passenger name records, price various domestic and international itineraries, and automate tickets and boarding passes. In addition, students learn how to book hotel and car rental accommodations. Prerequisite: “C” grade or better in TTA111. TTA130 Leisure Travel Management 4 Credits The primary objectives are to prepare travel and tourism students for a career selling travel and to provide students with a variety of opinions regarding current trends in the tourism industry. Upon completion of this course students should have a basic understanding of the skills needed to be successful in sales and the customer service techniques that can enhance sales ability and help create a loyal customer following.

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TTA140 Marketing and Selling the Travel Product 4 Credits This course explores the importance of marketing the travel product. The lectures are presented from the customer’s point of view and stress the positive effects of exceptional customer service and sales techniques. Basic marketing and sales principles are analyzed and topics include promotion, sales, products, and pricing. TTA150 Corporate Travel Management 4 Credits This course enhances students’ travel reservation skills in the corporate travel industry. Study includes corporate travel departments and corporate travel agency differences, agency philosophies, management styles, and automation. Emphasis is placed on the steps taken by a corporate travel agency to acquire commercial business and the services that must be provided to the commercial client. TTA211 Global Distribution Systems 3 4 Credits This course is a continuation of TTA115 Computer Reservation Systems 2. This course provides complete instruction, demonstration, and hands-on application using the Viasinc Emulator for SABRE. Students learn conversions to other computer reservation systems. Prerequisite: “C” grade or better in TTA115. TTA220 Modes of Transportation, Operations, and Procedures 4 Credits This course explores the different modes of transportation used in the travel industry. Emphasis is placed on the general operation, procedures, and policies which exist with airlines, rail and cruise lines, and motor coach transportation. TTA230 International Travel 4 Credits This course focuses on international travel patterns, economic trends, and the growth of tourism worldwide. Topics include geography, attractions, and current trends in Europe, Africa, and Asia. Students explore customs, currency, and international protocol. TTA250 Travelogue Presentation 2 Credits This 22-hour course covers the materials and skills learned in the core classes of the Travel and Tourism program and the familiarization trip that students planned and attended. The focus is on project management through presentation skills, budgets, time management, and meeting deadlines. As the final project, the students will present a travelogue to a live audience.

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Course Numbering System Courses are sequentially numbered based on offerings in the course layouts.

Discipline Prefix Code Number Series Accounting Administration ACC 100-230 Career Development GSD 150-200 Computer Aided Drafting CAD 100-256 Computer Programming ITP

SSD 201-311 150-750

Electronics ELT 100-290 General Studies- English GEE 099-211 General Studies – History GEH 120-121 General Studies- Math GEM 100-200 General Studies- Social Science GES 100-250 Graduate Services Internship GSI 180-220 Graphic Design GDA 110-282 Hospitality HMA 110-265 Information Technology – Forensics ITS 261-291 Information Technology – Networking ITA 101-226 Management BUS 100-240 Marketing MKT 100-240 Medical MED 100-280 Microsoft Network Professional MNP 100-190 Multimedia MMA 113-280 Network Security & Computer Forensics

CSA 100-300

Retail Management RMA 150-350 Safety & Security SSA 100-270 Software Systems Development SSD 150-750 Surgical Technology SGT 100-260 Therapeutic Massage Practitioner TMP 101-250 Travel Tourism TTA 100-240

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ADMISSION POLICIES

Admission Requirements The basic requirement for admission is graduation from an accredited high school, private school, home school, or equivalent (GED); or for a senior currently attending high school, written approval from an official representative of the applicant's School Board. Some programs have special criteria that will be explained by an Admissions Coordinator. Previous training in drafting, art, computers, electronics, or business subjects is not required. Admission Procedures Applications for admission are accepted throughout the year. Students may begin classes at various times during the year as indicated in the academic calendar. The following conditions must be satisfied for final registration: 1. Certification of high school graduation, GED, or home school equivalency. 2. Timely attendance at all required student orientation programs. 3. Completion of acceptable financial arrangements for payment of fees. Transfer of Credit

Students will be given a tuition credit based on the average current tuition levels at the time of transfer. Refer to the academic information section of this catalog for transfer of criteria Credit for Prior Learning Applicants may receive credit for prior learning by taking the standardized tests through the College Level Examination Program (CLEP). Applicants successfully passing the CLEP exam will be given a tuition credit based on the average current tuition charge in effect. All students are responsible for payment of CLEP testing fees prior to testing Commitment to Student Success To assist students academically, all incoming students are given the COMPASS assessment test to determine their basic skill levels in mathematics (as required by program) and writing. The evaluation is used to help develop and implement a program of study that leads to fulfillment of the student's goals. Students needing assistance in writing or mathematics may be required to enroll in and successfully complete appropriate transitional courses. These transitional classes do not count as credit for degree status, but the credits do count when calculating full-time or part-time status for purposes of financial aid. Classes do not count as part of the GPA calculation, and taking these classes may increase the number of courses a student is scheduled to take. The assessment can also be used to determine placement into various math or English classes. A Placement Exam (PE) grade designation will be used in situations where the student has placed out of the course. No adjustment will be made to a student's tuition for a PE grade.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION

NO APPLICATION FEE REQUIRED To help offset the expense associated with college applications, Pittsburgh Technical Institute allows students to apply to PTI at no cost.

TUITION RESERVATION DEPOSIT…………………………………………………...$200 Due within 30 days of acceptance and completion of Preliminary Financial Plan. Applied in full against tuition charge. Refundable in full if the applicant does not start classes.

PROGRAM TUITION The following schedule of tuition is effective for all students who begin classes

after July 1, 2007 and before June 30, 2008. Quarters Tuition Per Quarter Total Tuition DEGREE TRAINING Business Administration: Accounting Administration 8 $4,075 $32,600 Management 8 4,075 32,600 Marketing 8 4,075 32,600 Retail Management 8 4,075 32,600 Safety and Security Administration 8 4,275 34,200 Computer Aided Drafting 8 4,700 37,600 Computer Programming 8 4,700 37,600 Electronics Engineering Technology 8 4,700 37,600 Graphic Design 8 4,700 37,600 Hospitality Management Administration Programs 8 4,075 32,600 Information Technology Programs 8 4,925 39,400 Medical Assisting 8 4,275 34,200 Medical Office Administration 8 4,075 32,600 Multimedia Technologies 8 4,925 39,400 Surgical Technology 8 4,275 34,200 Travel and Tourism Administration 8 4,075 32,600 CERTIFICATE TRAINING

Electronics Technology 5 3,450 17,250 Medical Coding 4 3,300 13,200 Microsoft Network Professional 4 3,600 14,400 Microsoft Network Professional Plus 5 3,600 18,000 Network Security & Computer Forensics 3 3,600 10,800 Therapeutic Massage Practitioner - Eve 5 2,860 14,300 Therapeutic Massage Practitioner – Day 4 3,575 14,300 TUITION CHARGES FOR REPEATING COURSES It is the school’s policy that a student enrolled in their original program will not incur more in tuition charges than the total listed in the chart above. Tuition is charged quarterly, based on credits taken until such a time as the entire amount has been charged to the student’s account. Any classes needed for graduation after the full enrollment agreement tuition has been charged are delivered at no charge. TUITION GUARANTEE There is no tuition increase for students once they have begun classes. Students are guaranteed that the tuition rate in effect at the time they begin classes will remain in effect provided that there is not an interruption in their program. BOOKS/ KITS/UNIFORMS/RELATED FEES AND SUPPLIES

• Estimated cost of all books, kits, uniforms and supplies is included in the financial plan. The benefit of this system is that the cost will be spread out over each academic year rather than requiring large sums at the start of each quarter.

• Multimedia and Graphic Design supplies can be charged to the student account for

the first six (6) quarters of the program.

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• Students who do not wish to include books and kits (and supplies in the cases of

Graphic Design and Multimedia students) in their financial plan may elect to pay cash for each item as received.

• Students are not required to purchase kits, books, or supplies from the Institute.

Students may elect to secure these items from vendors of their choice, provided that the texts and supplies meet the requirements of the academic program.

BOOK & MATERIAL COSTS

The following is an estimated schedule of books, kits, uniforms and related supplies effective for all students who begin classes after July 1, 2007 and before June 30, 2008.

BOOKSTORE RETURN POLICY

General Merchandise � No refunds will be issued without proof of purchase. Open packages, torn or

damaged items are not returnable. Textbooks � Students withdrawing from their program within the first two weeks of the quarter

may return undamaged books to the bookstore for full credit. No credit will be issued after the first two weeks of classes.

� Books that are written in or otherwise defaced by the student are not returnable. Kits � The bookstore will issue full credit for unused graphic and drafting kits returned

during the first week of class.

Books/Kits and Uniforms

Est. Supplies

DEGREE TRAINING Business Administration: Accounting Administration $1,965 $ 50 Management 2,030 50 Marketing 2,305 50 Retail Management 1,950 50 Safety and Security 2,760 50 Computer Aided Drafting –Mechanical Computer Aided Drafting- Architectural

2,085 2,085

50 50

Computer Programming 1,550 50 Electronics Engineering Technology 2,420 50 Graphic Design 1,350 1,110 Hospitality Management Administration 1,995 50 Information Technology- NS&CF* 1,670 50 Information Technology- Network Administration 1,670 50 Medical Assisting 2,310 50 Medical Office Administration 2,610 50 Multimedia Technologies 2,195 1,110 Surgical Technology 1,465 50 Travel and Tourism Administration 1,570 50 CERTIFICATE TRAINING Electronics Technology 1,325 0 Medical Coding 730 0 Microsoft Network Professional 970 0 Microsoft Network Professional Plus 1,100 0 Network Security & Computer Forensics 1,500 0 Therapeutic Massage Practitioner 1,630 0

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� After the first week of class, kits cannot be returned and become the full property and responsibility of the student.

� Merchandise that is defective due to manufacturer or publisher error will always be replaced.

� Refunds will be made in the same form as payments. A receipt is required with any return.

� Credit will not be issued unless the merchandise is presented at the bookstore and examined by the bookstore manager or assistant.

CANCELLATION POLICY

If no prior visit was made to the Institute, all fees and tuition paid by the applicant will be refunded upon request within three business days after his/her visit to the Institute or within three business days of the student's attendance at the regularly scheduled orientation program. A student who does not begin classes will receive a full refund of all tuition-related payments made. REFUND POLICY

A student may be entitled to a refund if he/she starts class but withdraws or is suspended before the completion of the term. The last date of attendance (withdrawal date) is used to calculate the refund of institutional charges. All refunds will be made within 45 days of the withdrawal determination date. The official withdrawal date will be the date the school receives notification of the withdrawal or the last date of attendance, if later. To officially withdraw, a student must notify the Department Chair, Team Leader or Student Success Coordinator. The school encourages the student to withdraw in person, but accepts written or verbal notification. Tuition and other charges are refunded according to the Refund Schedule below based on calendar days. Refund Schedule: Withdrawal Date Charge Refund First Quarter Students Day 1 through Day 7 0% 100% All Others Day 1 through Day 7 25% 75% All Students Day 8 through Day 19 45% 55% Day 20 through Day 38 70% 30% Day 39 and beyond 100% 0% The above percentages apply to tuition only. All other charges are non-refundable. Room and board charges are adjusted in accordance with the refund policy included on the housing agreement. The school will attempt to make a reasonable settlement whenever a student must withdraw due to mitigating circumstances that make it impossible for him or her to continue. A student may appeal to the Financial Aid Office if he/she believes individual circumstances warrant exception from the published policy. Sample refund calculations are available for review in the Accounting Office. The refund policy outlined above is used to calculate the refund of institutional charges. A separate Return of Federal Financial Aid calculation is performed to determine the amount of federal financial aid that must be returned to the federal government by the school and/or the student. The official withdrawal date will be the date the school receives notification of the withdrawal or the last day of school related attendance. Refund Policy for Student Housing is contained in the Student Housing Agreement.

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RETURN OF FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID POLICY If a student withdraws or is expelled from PTI, the school and/or the student may be required to return a portion of the federal financial aid received. The last day of attendance is used to calculate any federal aid that must be returned. The percentage of federal aid to be returned is equal to the number of calendar days remaining in the quarter divided by the number of days in the quarter. Scheduled breaks of five or more days are excluded. No return of federal financial aid is due if the student completes more than 60% of the quarter. The student is required to return any unearned aid less the amount returned by PTI. If a student needs to return loan funds, the funds are repaid as required by the normal loan repayment terms. If the student is required to return federal grant aid, PTI will notify the student of the repayment amount within thirty days of determining the student withdrew. If the student fails to return the grant aid as instructed, the student is considered to be in overpayment and thus ineligible for additional federal aid at any school until that amount is repaid. Federal aid funds are returned in the following order: 1) Unsubsidized FFEL/Direct Stafford Loans 6) Academic Competitiveness Grant 2) Subsidized FFEL/Direct Stafford Loans 7) SEOG 3) Perkins Loans 8) Other federal aid programs 4) FFEL/Direct PLUS Loans 9) PHEAA Grant (State aid) 5) Federal Pell Grants 10) Miscellaneous aid programs Unearned federal aid is returned within 30 calendar days of the date the school is aware the student is no longer enrolled. A student receives a written notice of any loan funds returned by PTI and/or a notice for any balance owed to the school. Students must be aware that academic transcripts will be held for outstanding balances owed to the institution. If a student has earned more federal aid than has been posted to his/her account, the student may be entitled to a post withdrawal disbursement. The post withdrawal disbursement is first used by the school to pay outstanding charges; any remaining amount is offered to the student or parent borrower. Sample return of federal financial aid calculations are available for review in the Account-ing Office. Funds will be returned to other financial aid programs in accordance with the funding source’s refund policies. First-Quarter Refund for Those Not Making Academic Progress The school recognizes that occasions arise in spite of the best efforts of the student, as well as faculty and staff, that a student may not succeed academically. Therefore, in situations where a student:

1. completes the first quarter 4. has a GPA of 1.5 or less, and 2. misses 20 or fewer hours 5. does not begin the second quarter 3. is a full-time student the student will not be charged for tuition, fees, books, or supplies for the first quarter completed. The student must return books and unused supplies. The student will remain responsible for housing costs, if any. If the student or parent has received Title IV student loans, the refund of tuition, fees, books and supplies may reduce those loan amounts. Loan funds used for housing or any other non-institutional costs will not be refunded by the school.

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FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION AND INSTITUTIONAL FUNDING The Financial Aid Office is available to assist students in working out a plan that will enable them to meet the cost of career training. Full details of all loans, grants, scholarships and student eligibility are contained in the Student Handbook and may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office. Eligibility for any loan or grant will depend upon state and federal regulations and can only be determined by the Financial Aid Office. As is the policy, the Institute reserves the right to withhold academic transcripts from students who default on loans used for attendance at PTI. A summary of the principal sources of financial aid, as of July 1, 2007, is as follows: Stafford Loans--Subsidized � The maximum amount a first-year student may borrow is $3,500. � The maximum amount a second-year student may borrow is $4,500. � The maximum amount a third-year student may borrow is $5,500.

Stafford Loans--Unsubsidized � Financially independent students may borrow up to $4,000 per academic year for the

first two years. � The maximum amount an independent third-year student may borrow is $5,000.

Parent Loans � Parents of dependent students may borrow up to the cost of education, minus other

aid, annually. Loan approval is based on credit worthiness of the parent borrower.

Federal Pell Grants � Grants ranging from $400 to $4,310 per academic year may be obtained by students

enrolled in all eligible programs.

Supplemental Education Opportunity Grants � Grants range from $300 to approximately $1,200 per academic year depending upon

federal regulations and funding authorizations.

PHEAA Grants � Grants up to $4,200 per academic year are available to Pennsylvania residents. Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) • Grants are available to students who meet criteria for completing a rigorous high

school program. Awards range from $750 for Freshmen to $1300 for Sophomores (must have 3.0 GPA or higher). The Financial Aid Office determines eligibility and students are notified via the Financial Plan/Award Notification letter.

• Criteria consists of: A) Applicants must be U.S. citizens, B) be enrolled full time in a two-year degree program, and C) have taken and passed four years of English, three years of Math (Algebra I and higher), three years of Science (two years consisting of Biology, Physics or Chemistry), three years of Social Studies and one year of a foreign language.

NET Scholarships • Scholarships range up to $1000 per award year for selected technical programs. • Work full-time in the state of Pennsylvania within one year required after graduation;

one year for each year the scholarship was awarded. The scholarship converts to a loan if a student fails to satisfy this requirement.

• 3.0 QPA requirement is necessary or it converts to a loan. Work Study Programs Part-time jobs at the Institute are available on a first-come first-served basis, to students with financial need.

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INSTITUTIONAL FUNDING Trade Adjustment Act/Trade Re-adjustment Act (TAA/TRA) Students entering the Institute with funding through TAA or TRA will be expected to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (excluding those with a Bachelor’s Degree) each year to determine eligibility from the state and federal aid programs. PTI Institutional grant will be calculated after the above grants have been determined and applied against the appropriate contract. Students who are currently in default of a Federal Stafford Student Loan/Perkins Loan/Parent Loan must make arrangements with the Guarantor of the loan to set up a satisfactory repayment plan prior to being admitted to the Institution. Institutional Scholarships During the 2007-2008 school year, PTI will award partial tuition ($6,000) scholarships from each of the following organizations:

a) Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) (PA, WV and OH) b) Distributive Education Clubs of Americas (DECA) (PA, WV and OH) c) SkillsUSA (PA, WV and OH) d) Technology Students Association (TSA) (PA, OH and WV) e) Governor’s Youth Art Exhibition (OH) f) Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild (MCG) (for city of Pittsburgh schools only) g) Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) (PA, OH, and WV) h) Family and Career Leaders of America (FCCLA) (PA, OH and WV) i) Business Professionals Association (PA and OH)

The student must be an active member of the organization and submit the following: a complete scholarship application form, transcript, essay, letter of recommendation, and proof of organization membership. The scholarship award is for one year and renewed for a second year if the student maintains a 3.0 G.P.A. The scholarship award will be applied to student tuition on a quarterly basis. Student must begin class in July or October of their high school graduation year. Scholarship deadlines may vary based on the organization. Students may receive information concerning scholarships through organization advisors in their high schools or through PTI’s High School Relations department. JROTC Scholarships Pittsburgh Technical Institute offers Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) scholarships to recognize the leadership and patriotism of active students in JROTC who are preparing for graduation from high school. The scholarship has a value of $6,000 applicable to any associate degree program offered at Pittsburgh Technical Institute. One award will be available for each of the branches: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard. One quarter of the scholarship value will be available for each of the 4 quarters in the 1st year. The following requirements apply:

• Recipients must enroll at PTI for the July 2007, or October 2007 start of class. • Applicants must submit a copy of their high school transcript. • Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor and

an ROTC instructor. • Submit a 150 word essay explaining why the applicant deserves the

scholarship. • The awards are renewable for the second year of the student’s degree program

providing the student remains in good standing and maintains a 3.0 grade average.

For details on the program and specific information on deadlines, applicants should contact their JROTC instructor at their school campus.

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Out-of-State Grants Students attending the Institute from states other than Pennsylvania may be eligible for institutional grants. An out-of-state institutional grant of up to $4,050 per academic year is available to students who demonstrate need as calculated by the Pennsylvania State grant needs analysis. The process for applying for out-of-state grants is as follows:

� Student submits FAFSA. � Financial Aid Office determines the student’s legal state of residence. � The amount of initial eligibility is determined by applying the PHEAA needs analysis. � Student is given a financial award notice that includes the amount of any out-of-state

institutional grants. � The grant is shown as other gift aid when determining overall need and eligibility. � When the student is repackaged for second or third academic year, the eligibility

process is repeated. � Deadline for applying for out-of-state grants is August 1 for freshmen and May 1 for

continuing students. Alumni Tuition Grant PTI prides itself in promoting the continuing education of alumni and offers its associate degreed graduates an alumni tuition grant if they return into a second degree or certificate at PTI. The amount of the alumni grant is equal to 30% of the tuition rate, adjusted for exemptions, in effect at the time of enrollment. The grant values may vary according to program. Grant for Multiple Family Members An institutional grant will be given in the event that two or more persons from the same family are attending PTI simultaneously. The grant is $400 per quarter per family member up to a maximum of $3,200. Eligibility is determined as follows:

• The policy applies to immediate family members, defined as parents, brothers, sisters, children, or spouse.

• First family member does not receive the grant. • Second and subsequent family members will receive a grant of $400 per quarter per

family member for any quarter in which the students are in attendance. • Students meeting the criteria for this grant will be given a financial award notice that

includes the amount of institutional grants awarded for multiple family members. • The grant is shown as other gift aid when determining overall need and eligibility. • When the student is repackaged for second or third academic year, the eligibility

process is repeated.

Other Scholarships A limited number of scholarships are available to students who qualify in a variety of areas. Students should visit the Financial Aid area of the student portal at: www.students.pti.edu Student Loan Information/Default Management Any student receiving any type of Federal Student Loan is required to complete an entrance interview within the first 30 days of entering school. No loan disbursements may be made until this requirement is met. During the student’s final quarter prior to graduation, the Financial Aid Office will enter the classrooms and conduct an exit counseling session. Information on loan repayment, providing a breakdown of loan balances and answering questions relative to loan repayment, will be responded to in these sessions. Students unable to attend these sessions will have the information sent to them with instructions on how to complete this requirement on-line. If a student decides to discontinue their education or take a Leave of Absence from school, the student must meet with the Financial Aid Office to complete the required exit counseling. For a student leaving PTI who is unable to come to the Financial Aid Office to complete this requirement, this information will be mailed to the student’s home address for completion. More information can be found at: www.students.pti.edu/finaid

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ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Academic Calendar The school begins new classes in July, October, January and April of each year. Quarters begin and end on the following dates:

Term Starting Date Ending Date Summer Quarter July 25, 2007 October 10, 2007 Fall Quarter October 18, 2007 January 15, 2008

Winter Quarter January 23, 2008 April 9, 2008 Spring Quarter April 17, 2008 July 3, 2008 NOTE: Class start and ending dates may vary by program. Students should refer to the Academic Calendar for details. * Ending Dates for MCSE training will fall within the calendar quarter. Students observe the following holidays/commemorations: New Year’s Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Martin Luther King Day Independence Day Day after Thanksgiving Good Friday Labor Day Christmas Day Program Schedules

North Fayette Campus: Cranberry Center

Morning classes: Evening classes: 7:20 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. Mon./Tue./Wed./Thurs. 8:20 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. 5:45 to 10:15 p.m.

Note: Schedule varies by program Afternoon classes: 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Evening classes:

Mon./Wed./Thurs. 5:45 to 10:15 p.m. (certificate) 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. (degree) Saturday classes: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Attendance PTI emphasizes the importance of good attendance in the student’s program of study. In order for PTI graduates to compete in a highly competitive market and gain the required skills and competencies, good attendance is critical to the student’s success. Attendance expectations are found in the Student Handbook and reviewed by Department Chairs at the orientation prior to the student’s start of the program. Because of the intensive nature of these programs, absences jeopardize a student’s education and probability for future employment. If, for some critical reason, a student finds it necessary to be absent, late, or to leave class early, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the appropriate department. Students are expected to read and abide by the policy as stated in the Student Handbook. Class Size Class size will range from 10 to 36 students and may vary throughout the program.

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Credit Hour Definition The Institute defines a quarter credit hour using the following: � For all courses (concentrations, program requirements and general studies):

11 lecture/lab hours = one credit hour. � For all internships, one credit is equal to 20 hours of internship or practical

experience. Academic Year/Academic Advancement PTI defines an academic year as 36 quarter credit hours over a period of at least 30 weeks. The following standards are used to determine student academic advancement in program.

00-36 credits……. First Year Student 37-72……………. Second Year Student 73+credits………. Third Year Student

Credit Conversion for Federal Student Aid Purposes For any certificate program that is not fully transferable to an Associate Degree program, the institution is required to use a conversion of 20 clock hours to 1 credit hour in deter-mining eligibility for Federal Student Aid. Conduct Students are expected to conduct themselves as responsible individuals and show respect and consideration for instructors, staff, property, and fellow students. The Institute expects students to conduct themselves as if they were already at their place of employment. Certain behavior which could interfere with education or would not be acceptable on the job will not be tolerated in the Institute and will be the cause for probation or dismissal at the discretion of the Department Chairs: � Disruptive behavior or student fighting. � Use of obscene or abusive language to instructors, staff, or other students. � Theft of property of the Institute or other students. � Gambling. � Possession, use, or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs while on school

premises or at institutional functions. � Academic dishonesty. For additional information, please refer to the Conduct section in the Student Handbook. Facilities Pittsburgh Technical Institute’s facilities are located in two separate buildings, one in North Fayette Township, and at the Regional Learning Alliance in Cranberry Woods. � The 180-acre North Fayette Campus is conveniently situated between the downtown

Pittsburgh area and the Pittsburgh International Airport. The Robinson Town Centre business and entertainment center, and several suburbs that offer housing and employment opportunities are in close proximity. The six-level, open-environment building houses instructional, application, and demonstration labs – all for educational instruction – plus student service areas. These include a student cafeteria, a student lounge area, a library resource and tutoring center, a print center, financial aid offices, a housing office, a graduate services office, two employer interview rooms, and a gallery to display student work. The 165,000-square foot, brick-and-glass block facility has room to grow and can accommodate more than 2,000 full-time students. Adjacent to the building is adequate parking space for students, faculty, and staff.

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� The Regional Learning Alliance is located at 850 Cranberry Woods Drive in

Cranberry Township. The facility is an “educational mall”: a highly adaptive multi-functional full-service training facility providing auxiliary services such as career center, conference center, child-care, manufacturing development center, and other needed support services. The center operates on an extended schedule—days, evenings and weekends. Pittsburgh Technical Institute offers select evening Associate Degree and Certificate programs at this site.

Grading A complete grade report is maintained for each student. The grades are based on an average of tests, assignments, attendance, and final examinations. Students may access their grade history through the academic section of the student portal. NUMBER GRADES LETTER GRADES GRADE POINTS 90- 100 A 4.0 80- 89 B 3.0 70- 79 C 2.0 60- 69 D 1.0 LESS THAN 60 F 0 INCOMPLETE WORK I --- PASS/FAIL P or F 0 WITHDRAWAL W 0 WITHDRAWAL (CHANGE) WC 0 LEAVE OF ABSENCE L 0 REPEAT COURSE R 0 EXEMPT EX 0 SCHEDULED/NOT ATTENDED N 0 PLACEMENT EXAM PE 0 The lowest passing grade for any course is “D.” A student who fails a course must repeat that course (R). Calculating a Grade Point Average Grade points, the numerical equivalent to the letter grade, are used to determine academic standing. The grade point average is computed by dividing the total number of grade points earned by the total number of credits attempted. All courses attempted will be shown on the official transcript. Only courses earning letter grades: A, B, C, D and F are computed in the grade point average. An overall 2.00 grade point average is required for graduation. The following is an example of how a grade point average may be calculated. Course

Grades

Credits Attempted

Grade Points

Total

#1 C 4 X 2 = 8 #2 B 4 X 3 = 12 #3 D 4 X 1 = 4 12 24 Divide 12 credits attempted into 24 grade points earned. The resulting grade point average is 2.00. Incomplete Grades An incomplete grade (“I”) issued by a faculty member, which is not made up within 10 days from the beginning of the next quarter will automatically become an “F” grade. Students who receive an “I” will be re-evaluated for Rate of Progress/CGPA.

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Pass/Fail Grades Students who are participating in pass/fail courses are responsible to submit all required documentation to the appropriate instructor or department by the date specified. Failure to turn in all required documentation will result in a failing grade. The “P” or “F” grades are not calculated as part of the CGPA although they are part of the rate of progress calculation as referenced in the Satisfactory Progress section of the catalog. Course Repeats Students are required to repeat any course in which they receive a grade of “F” or from a course from which they withdraw. Students are required to get at least a “C” in certain classes. These are noted in the course description section of the catalog. The highest grade will be used in the CGPA. A student does not earn credits for repeating a course in which credit was already earned; however, the credits will count as attempted in calculating the Course Completion Rate. Course Withdrawals Students who withdraw from a course at the end of the ninth week of the quarter will receive a “W” grade. “W” grades are not included in the calculation of the CGPA but are counted as credits attempted and will negatively affect the Course Completion Rate calculation. Students who withdraw after the end of the ninth week of a quarter will receive an “F” grade for the course. Graduation Requirements To graduate from the Institute and receive the Associate in Science degree, a student must meet the following requirements: 1. Completion of all course work in the student's specified program of instruction. 2. Satisfaction of all financial requirements. 3. A GPA of 2.0 or higher. (This includes the requirements for a passing grade [D or

higher] in each course in the student's program of instruction.) Certificate of Completion Students who meet all academic program requirements but do not achieve a Grade Point Average of 2.0, or take longer than the 150% length of program established in the Satisfactory Academic Progress standards, will earn a Certificate of Completion and not an Associate Degree. Leave of Absence A student may ask for a Leave of Absence (LOA) from the Institute by submitting a written request to the Department Chair. The written request must include the mitigating circumstances which led up to the request for the leave, the beginning and ending dates of the leave, the student’s signature, and the date requested. The following procedures must be followed: • The Department Chair must approve the LOA prior to the student going on the leave. • A student who goes on leave without Department Chair approval may be withdrawn. • A student’s LOAs cannot exceed 180 calendar days in a 12-month period. The

Department Chair will determine the length of the leave based on academic scheduling and the student’s circumstances.

• Before requesting an LOA, a student must meet with the Financial Aid Office to

determine the impact on his or her financial aid. • A student interrupting their training under an LOA status will be treated for purposes

of Financial Aid as a withdrawn student. The Institution understands that the student has temporarily interrupted their training.

• No Financial Aid funds will be disbursed while a student is on a leave of absence.

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• A leave of absence is not considered in the calculation of satisfactory progress,

maximum time frame for program completion, or refund amounts. • Students must vacate school-sponsored housing within 24 hours from the beginning

date of the leave of absence. Withdrawal Policy To officially withdraw, a student must notify the appropriate Department Chair, Team Leader, or Student Success Coordinator. The school encourages the student to withdraw in person, but accepts written or verbal notification. The official withdrawal date will be the date the school receives notification of the withdrawal or the last date of attendance, if later. For official withdrawals, the determination date is the date the student notifies the school of his/her withdrawal. For a student who fails to return from a leave of absence, the determination date will be the day he/she was to resume attendance, unless the student has notified the school of the intent not to return. In these cases, the date of determination is the date the school was notified. A student enrolled under any program from which financial aid is derived is responsible for informing the appropriate office, government agency, or benefactor. Students Reentering Program Students who have withdrawn from a program may reapply to return to complete their degree. All students must complete a reentry application that responds to the following:

1. States the reason for the previous withdrawal. 2. States what conditions/situations have changed which would allow the applicant

to continue successfully in the program. 3. States that the applicant agrees to comply with the established educational plan

and progress requirements established in the application for reentry.

When students reenter, the tuition cost will be the current tuition for the program reentering minus the tuition the student has already been charged. Tuition charges will be applied at the full rate until the current tuition is met. Tuition credit will not be granted for students who were in a degree program reentering into a certificate program. Classes that have been taken in degree program that are also in the certificate program will be exempted and credit will be applied. (i.e. Medical Terminology in Medical Assisting to Medical Coding). Necessary books and supplies will be included in the financial plan. Students returning under probation or previous suspension may be required to write a letter to the Vice President of Academic Affairs to be accepted back to school. The student must comply on a quarter-by-quarter basis until they have returned to Satisfactory Academic Progress levels determined by the school (see catalog page 87.) Those students who have had more than two probation quarters will need to seek alternative financing. Once the student has reestablished his SAP to allowable levels reinstatement of student financial aid is possible. Program Change A student may apply for a transfer from one program of study to another. The student must meet with the Financial Aid Office to determine if such a change will alter financial aid awards. The student must request the program change in writing to the Department Chair and receive the appropriate approval before moving to the new program. Students receiving failing grades in a prior program will be given consideration to change those grades from a failure to a “W” after one complete term in the new program and achieving above average grades in the new program.

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PTI Plus (+) Program PTI provides students with the opportunity to take cross-curricular courses in addition to their current load. The following guidelines apply to the PTI Plus (+) Program:

1. Be currently enrolled as a full-time student. 2. Student must have a 3.00 CGPA and attendance of 90% or above. These

levels must be maintained throughout the period of enrollment in both the primary degree and PTI plus courses.

3. Participation in the program must be approved by the Department Chair. 4. Participation is based on seating availability. 5. Students’ grades will be maintained on a separate transcript. 6. Grades attained will not be calculated in the student’s CGPA and will not affect

the SAP of the student’s existing program. 7. No tuition fee will be assessed for PTI Plus (+) courses during the period of time

in which the student is pursuing their original degree. For periods beyond this, the student will be assessed the tuition rate in effect at that time and be eligible for the alumni scholarship.

8. Student is financially responsible for text books and lab costs related to PTI Plus (+) courses, etc.

9. A student participating in PTI (+) and completing all additional course credit hours of the concentration and program requirements will be eligible for a Certificate of Completion for the second concentration.

10. A student participating in PTI (+) pursuing two separate program degrees and completing all course requirements as well as an additional (related) internship will be eligible for separate recognition of both degrees.

11. Department Chairs from each area are responsible for tracking completion of the PTI (+) courses and additional requirements.

Transfer of Credits To PTI The school will accept credits from other postsecondary institutions subject to the following conditions:

• Courses will be comparable to those taught at PTI • Course descriptions may be requested by the school’s Registrar if necessary • College-level courses (100 level or equivalent) taken at an accredited institution

of higher education will be considered for transfer. • Grades of “C” or better will be considered for transfer. • A maximum of 50% of credits may be transferred in the total program from other

institutions. • Students will be given a tuition credit for classes exempted.

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Transfer of Credits From PTI Students wishing to transfer to colleges and universities after graduation should meet with the Articulation-Transfer Coordinator to obtain information concerning current transfer agreements. Pittsburgh Technical Institute maintains transfer agreements and arrange-ments with many four-year colleges and universities including:

Art Institute of Pittsburgh California University of Pennsylvania

Salem International University Savannah College of Art and Design

Carlow University Central Pennsylvania College

Seton Hill University Slippery Rock University

Duquesne University Strayer University Jones International University Touro University LaRoche College University of Advancing Technology Mountain State University University of Phoenix Point Park University University of Pittsburgh, School of General Studies Robert Morris University West Virginia University, Parkersburg St. Francis University As always, the institution accepting credits controls the transfer of credit policy and decides whether to accept credits for transfer. Other educational institutions may consider transfer of credit from PTI’s programs based on a course-to-course or program-to-program basis.

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SATISFACTORY PROGRESS

All students are expected to make Satisfactory Academic Progress toward graduation. Students must meet minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) and Course Completion Rate standards. Satisfactory academic progress is cumulative for all periods of enrollment. Maximum Time Frame A student must complete the entire program within one and a half times the normal program length as measured in credit hours attempted. The maximum time frame for a student who transfers in, changes programs, or earns non-traditional credit is adjusted based on the number of credits needed to complete the program. Cumulative Grade Point Average/Course Completion Rate A student is considered in good standing if he/she meets the standards noted on page 86. The student’s Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) and Course Completion Rate (CCR) are reviewed at the end of each quarter. The course completion rate is determined by the percentage of credits attempted and completed at the end of each quarter. Academic Probation A student who does not maintain satisfactory progress will be placed on academic probation for a period not to exceed two quarters. A student not meeting the satisfactory academic progress standards will be notified in writing. A student who does not regain satisfactory academic progress at the end of the probationary period will be suspended from the Institute. A student may appeal his/her probation or suspension in accordance with the appeal process. Mitigating Circumstances The Vice President of Education may waive the academic progress standards for circumstances of poor health, family crisis, or other extenuating circumstances beyond students' control. Students must submit documentation of these circumstances to demonstrate they had an adverse impact on their academic performance. Waivers are only extended for one quarter. No waivers will be provided for graduation requirements. Academic Appeals/Re-enrollment A student may appeal his/her academic probation or dismissal from the Institute by submitting a written request to the Vice President of Education according to the schedule and conditions stated in the notification letter. A student who is dismissed from the Institute can apply to be readmitted after a waiting period of one quarter. The student may be readmitted under a probationary status. Changing Programs Students desiring to change programs should seek guidance from the Department Chair, Team Leader, or their Student Success Coordinator. The maximum time frame for completion of the program will be adjusted for students changing programs using the following methodology: • The CGPA is cumulative as are credits earned and attempted. • Determine credits previously earned but not accepted in the new program. • Credits not accepted are added to the total credits received for the new program. • Multiply that total by 1.5 to yield the maximum time frame for the completion of the

program.

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Transfer of Credit The Institute accepts transfer credits for comparable courses from accredited schools if students earned at least a “C” grade. The maximum time frame for transfer students is calculated based on the number of credits needed to complete the program after transfer credits are accepted. Transfer grades are not used to calculate the CGPA. EXAMPLE: A student transfers in 20 credits of a program 100-credits in length. The student needs 80 credits to complete the program; therefore, the maximum time frame is 120 credits (80 x 1.5 = 120). NOTE: Exempts are not considered in completed credits for course completion rate of progress calculations. Financial Aid A student is eligible for financial aid while on probation, not to exceed two consecutive quarters. A student permitted to continue or resume attendance beyond two consecutive probationary quarters is not eligible for financial aid until he/she regains academic progress in accordance with this policy. A student may appeal his/her loss of financial aid by submitting a written request to the Director of Financial Aid according to the schedule and conditions stated in the notification letter.

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SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS CHARTS

MAXIMUM TIME FRAME CHART

ACADEMIC PROGRESS CHARTS 115 OR MORE CREDIT HOUR PROGRAMS

COURSE COMPLETION RATE

CUMULATIVE GRADE POINT AVERAGE

TOTAL CREDITS

ATTEMPTED

PROBATION IF

BELOW

PROBATION IF

BELOW

1-15 16-30 31-45 46-60 61-75 76-90

91-105 106-120 121-135 136-150 151-165 166-180 181-Max Allowed

50% 55% 55% 60% 65% 65% 65% 65% 65% 70% 70% 70% N/A

1.00 1.25 1.40 1.50 1.60 1.75 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 N/A

24 - 62 CREDIT HOUR PROGRAMS

COURSE COMPLETION RATE

CUMULATIVE GRADE POINT AVERAGE

TOTAL CREDITS

ATTEMPTED

PROBATION IF

BELOW

PROBATION IF

BELOW

1-12 13-24 25-36 37-48 49-60 61-72

73 –Max Allowed

50% 65% 65% 65% 70% 70% N/A

1.25 1.60 1.75 2.00 2.00 2.00 N/A

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GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE AND DISCIPLINARY MATTERS GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE AND DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Pittsburgh Technical Institute’s General Disciplinary Procedures provide for administrative hearing, appeals, and arbitration in matters of discipline and other student complaints. These procedures are detailed in the Student Handbook and available online at www.students.pti.edu ACADEMIC PROBATION AND DISMISSAL PROCEDURE Students who disagree with the application of Rate of Progress/CGPA minimums, resulting in probation or dismissal actions must utilize the following process: • First discuss the situation with the student’s Department Chair. • If still dissatisfied, the student may appeal to the Vice President of Education.

Appeals must be in writing and received within three days of the notification of probation or dismissal.

• The student will continue to attend classes during the appeals process. • The Vice President of Education, in consultation with the Department Chair, will rule

in writing on appeals within two weeks of receipt. • Appeals from academic probation or dismissal may be taken to an Appeals Board as

set forth in this document. • The Appeals Board may attach conditions to the granting of relief. • Students who are granted relief must meet all conditions attached to the granting of

the relief, or the action appealed will be reinstated by the Vice President of Education.

STUDENT COMPLAINT/NOTICE TO AGENCIES

The school, dedicated to quality training, desires to address the concerns of every individual who has chosen to enroll. All questions and concerns should be directed to the Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs for appropriate resolution. Questions or concerns which are not satisfactorily resolved by the school may be brought to the attention of the State Board at:

Pennsylvania Department of Education Division of Program Services

333 Market Street Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333

ARBITRATION In the event that a student grievance, a student claim against the Institute, or an appeal from disciplinary action is not resolved satisfactorily through the applicable administrative and Appeals Board processes, the matter shall be finally determined by arbitration as provided below. Arbitration shall be held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, by one arbitrator, in accordance with the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association, which allows for full hearing (not the consumer rules) and judgment upon an award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and conclusive, and not reviewable by any court, unless the decision of the arbitrator is found by the court to be fraudulent, arbitrary, or grossly erroneous. IT IS UNDERSTOOD THAT ARBITRATION OF DISPUTES IS MANDATORY, AND THAT THE PARTIES CANNOT GO TO COURT TO RESOLVE DISPUTES.

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Student Property The Institute has no responsibility for loss or damage to student work, supplies, or any other personal property. Termination by the Institute Termination by the Institute may occur for any of the following reasons:

1. Failure to make satisfactory progress as previously defined. 2. Non-payment of tuition. 3. Failure to comply with the institution's rules and regulations.

Veterans Regulations 1. Leave - Leaves of Absence can be granted to students who wish to interrupt their

training temporarily. A written request must be made and approved by the appropriate Department Chair. The Veterans Administration will be notified immediately when a veteran student is granted a leave of absence.

2. Absence - Refer to Attendance Expectations published in the Student Handbook. 3. Class Cuts - Class cuts are not permitted and will be recorded as absences. 4. Make-up Work - Make-up work is not permitted for the purpose of receiving veterans'

training allowances. 5. Tardiness - Minutes missed for late arrivals and early departures are recorded and

counted in calculating total absence time and will appear on the transcript of the grades.

6. Unsatisfactory Progress - Refer to Satisfactory Progress Policy. 7. Credit for Previous Education and Training - Refer to Transfer of Credit Policy under

Admission Policies.

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STUDENT SERVICES

Advising The Department Chairs, Team Leaders and faculty are available for student advising regarding attendance and academic issues. The school may also refer students to social service agencies or a counseling service. CONNECT To Students PTI staff and faculty believe that students who feel personally connected to the school have improved academic performance resulting in higher rates of persistence. To this end PTI has developed a series of services which are referred to as CONNECT. These services span the classroom, mentoring, tutoring and student activities. For more details regarding the various services provided through the CONNECT program see the Student Handbook. Housing The school will assist any student interested in obtaining housing while attending the Institute. There are several options. Students who want additional information on housing should contact their Admissions Coordinator. Library Resource Center (LRC) The Library serves as the information center of the institute. The Library is open from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and evenings by appointment. Book, magazine, and audiovisual resources are available to support the school’s curriculum and career development. The Library website provides access to database resources which enable students 24/7 access to full articles in thousands of magazines via home or school computers. In addition, the Library provides access to millions of books available to PTI students through a statewide library network. The Library also has a computer lab with 20 PCs that are used for information literacy instruction and General Education courses as well. Tutoring Tutoring is available to students by faculty members and/or peers for all subjects taught at the Institute. Appointments for tutoring or assistance in developing or sharpening basic skills in mathematics or reading can be made through the faculty, Team Leader, Department Chair, Student Success Coordinator or at the Tutoring Center. A tutoring schedule is posted on a quarterly basis. Diagnostic testing in math and reading are given to determine students' strengths and weaknesses. Writers’ Center Writing support is available to all students through the PTI Writers’ Center. The Center is staffed by General Education faculty and is available to assist students with any type of writing assignment, regardless of program or course. Both appointments and walk-ins are accepted on a daily basis. Student Activities Professional and Interest Organizations. There are a variety of professional and interest organizations at Pittsburgh Technical Institute. These organizations provide opportunities for social and intellectual growth. These groups are organized and conducted by students in cooperation with faculty and staff advisors and involve a wide range of interests. Participation gives students opportunities to develop personal and leadership skills. Current PTI student organizations include:

• Alpha Beta Gamma (ABG) • American Criminal Justice Association (ACJA) • American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) • American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) • American Marketing Association (AMA)

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• American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) • Animated Film Group (AFG) • Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) • Electronics Technicians Association (ETA) • Digital Video Professionals (DVPRO) • Medical Club

If a student is interested in membership or starting an organization, he/she should consult with the Director of Student Activities located in the Student Services Department. Honor Societies. Pittsburgh Technical Institute is accredited by Alpha Beta Gamma International Business Honor Society to initiate members into the honor society for business and related professional disciplines. For additional information about the society, refer to http://www.abg.org. Campus Activities. PTI believes that student activities and events encourage social interaction, and a sense of pride in oneself and school. PTI students participate in a variety of activities throughout the year including karaoke nights, welcome back parties and brain freezes, Pirates’ and Panther games as well as annual events such as the Holiday Party and the Gateway Clipper Cruise. FYI – A Student Newsletter. PTI provides a bi-weekly newsletter that informs students of upcoming events and activities, special interest stories, department news and student achievements. Students are encouraged to participate in the production of the newsletter. Intramural Sports. Organized sports are an important part of college life. Intramural sports are scheduled competitive activities. Teams are organized for men, women, and co-ed play that range from pick-up games to tournaments for students and faculty/staff groups. Community Service. Students assist with community service by volunteering their time to organize events, raise funds, and share their talents. PTI students have received state and national awards for their contributions of time and talent to local and national causes. PTI is proud to partner with local agencies to provide tutors for public school children and with local libraries to provide educational programs to the community. Other community service projects have included hosting blood drives, fund raising for charities, cleaning highways, and helping at nursing homes, youth homes, hospitals, and food pantries. Campus Security The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law, originally known as the Campus Security Act, that requires colleges and universities across the United States to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses.

• Schools must publish an annual report disclosing campus security policies and three years of selected crime statistics, and must make timely warnings to the campus community about crimes that pose an ongoing threat to students and employees. Students should refer to the Student Handbook for information related to campus security policies.

• Campus sexual assault victims are assured of certain basic rights. • The provisions of the Act are enforced by the U.S. Department of Education. • PTI complies with the requirements of the Clery Act. See PTI web site:

www.pti.edu/info Students with Disabilities. Students should contact the Vice President of Student Ser-vices to request accommodations. Appropriate documentation and an assessment inter-view are required. Additional information is available in the U.S. Department of Education publication “Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education: Know Your Rights and Responsibilities” at www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/transition.html.

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Graduate Services The Graduate Services Department offers a variety of professional services to students, graduates and alumni. These services include: • Assisting students enrolled at PTI who are looking for a part-time job. • Securing field-related internship sites for students. • Assisting graduates and alumni in securing full-time employment. • Coordinating brush-up courses for alumni. The department also holds a recognition dinner once every two years for those students who have received the following recognitions at graduation: 1. Richard S. Caliguiri Award 4. American Airlines Award 2. J.R. McCartan Award 5. PTI Leadership Award 3. Rosenbluth Award 6. PTI Community Service Award The department also awards a PTI graduate the Distinguished Alumnus Award at graduation. This award is granted to alumni who have achieved 10 years of success in their chosen field. In addition to these services, the department also conducts graduate, alumni, and employer surveys. All of the surveys are conducted on a timely basis. This provides pertinent information so that PTI can keep pace with current technology. The school will assist graduates in seeking employment as outlined above, but does not guarantee employment.

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ADMINISTRATION AND FACULTY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Thomas B. Sapienza Chairman Past President of Sawyer School Wayne R. Zanardelli Vice Chairman Former General Manager of Sarcom Past President of ICM School of Business Patricia Grey Former Senior Program Officer of the Pittsburgh Foundation Velma Jackson, Esq. Attorney, Jackson & Jackson Dr. Dina LiVolsi Doctor of Chiropractic J. R. McCartan President of J.R. McCartan Company

Retired President of Pittsburgh Technical Institute John J. Petrolias Owner of Smithfield Café Eli Shorak Associate Vice Chancellor of the University of Pittsburgh Stephen Taylor Network Administrator for Atlantic Engineering Services Dr. Margaret Williams-Betlyn CEO of Boyce and North Campuses of Community College of Allegheny County Sr. Vice President of Workforce Development Michael Yurisic President/Owner of Advanced Bulk & Conveying, Inc. ADMINISTRATION Gregory J. DeFeo President B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville C.P.A. Virginia A. Cacella Office Assistant Ruth A. Delach Vice President for Institutional Advancement

B.S., Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Terry W. Farrell Sr. Vice President of Financial Affairs & IT

M.B.A., University of Missouri B.S., University of Missouri C.P.A.

John F. McGinty General Counsel J.D., Duquesne University

B.S., Duquesne University Michelle D. Olton Office Assistant Lynda L. Pankas Office Assistant Susan E. Polick Director, PTI-Cranberry

M.A., George Washington University B.A., University of Pittsburgh

Cheryl R. Powell Director of Institutional Planning M.A., University of Wisconsin-Madison B.S., Iowa State University

ACADEMIC SERVICES AND FINANCIAL AID Mark A. Scott Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs

M.Ed., University of Pittsburgh B.A., University of Akron

Elaine S. Becker Coordinator, Articulation and Transfer M.Ed., Ohio University B.S., Cornell University

Linda L. March Reentry Coordinator B.S., Point Park University

A.S.T. (Graphic Design), Pittsburgh Technical Institute A.S.T. (Drafting & Design Technology), Pittsburgh Technical Institute

Christie B. Potochnik Office Assistant B.A., Thomas Edison State College Patricia A. Tarvin Registrar

A.S., Brevard Community College A.A., St. Leo College

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Financial Aid

Alison S. Wojcik Director of Financial Aid Terri A. Barger Associate Director of Financial Aid B.S., Waynesburg College Candace M. Kirkwood Financial Aid Officer Amy L. Kottler Financial Aid Officer B.S., Robert Morris University A.A., Delta College Cheryl A. Lumsden Sr. Financial Aid Officer Leslie A. Schoffstall Financial Aid Officer Frederick C. Taggert Student Loan Advisor B.S., West Liberty State College EDUCATION Eileen M. Riley Vice President of Education

M.S., Robert Morris University B.S.Ed., Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Jeffrey Belsky Department Chair M.B.A., Robert Morris University

B.S., Robert Morris University Michael A. Discello Department Chair

M.S., Robert Morris University B.S., Point Park College A.S.B., Duff’s Business Institute

Brian R. Maitland Department Chair M.S., Robert Morris University B.F.A., Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

John A. Monaco Department Chair M.B.A., Youngstown State University

B.A., Youngstown State University Mary Alice O'Toole Director of Scheduling and Curriculum

M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania B.A., University of Pittsburgh

Michael J. Santaspirt Department Chair M.Ed., University of Phoenix

B.S., Art Institute On-Line A.A., Art Institute of Philadelphia

Deborah M. Sulkowski Department Chair B.S., Edinboro University

Student Success Coordinators

Dawn E. Baranowski Student Success Coordinator Patricia A. Johnson Student Success Coordinator Kathy S. Otruba Student Success Coordinator R.N., Pennsylvania Licensure Kelly A. Wadding Student Success Coordinator B.A., Washington & Jefferson College Robert S. Walker Student Success Coordinator B.S., Waynesburg College Faculty Discipline Timothy D. Ankeny Graphic Design B.S., Point Park College Teresa J. Barbour Medical David Becker Electronics B.S., Pennsylvania State University Virginia Beer Business J.D., Duquesne University M.S., Robert Morris University B.S., Indiana University of PA Mark A. Bellemare Travel A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Jason M. Britton Computer Aided Drafting M.S., Robert Morris University

B.S., ITT Technical Institute A.S.T., ITT Technical Institute

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Darrell S. Bruno Graphic Design M.S., Robert Morris University B.F.A., Carnegie Mellon University

Zachary Bruno General Education M.S., Duquesne University B.S., Duquesne University Margaret E. Buck Computer and Network Systems Technology B.A., University of Pittsburgh Brian Chiodo Business Administration M.Ed., Duquesne University M.S., Duquesne University B.S., LaRoche College A.S., Community College of Allegheny County Mitch Coles Graphic Design A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Amanda Dark Business Administration M.B.A., Regis University B.S., University of Alabama - Birmingham Sarah E. Davis Graphic Design

M.S., Robert Morris University B.F.A., Columbus College of Art & Design A.S.T., Art Institute of Pittsburgh

Benjamin DeSure General Education M.A., University of Akron

B.A., Tel-Aviv University John A. Dings Information Technology A.S., Excelsior University of New York Jeffrey R. Dinkle Electronics Technology B.S., Point Park College Mark Dobrowolski Multimedia A.S.T., Art Institute of Pittsburgh Richard Doorley General Education M.S., Duquesne University M.S., University of Pittsburgh B.A., Indiana University of PA Michael Dorich Medical B.A., Hamilton University Charles D. Eltringham Information Technology

M.S., Robert Morris University B.A., West Liberty State College

Thomas Estlack Multimedia M.F.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania M.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania B.F.A., Columbus College of Art and Design Nancy J. Feather General Education J.D., Duquesne University M.S.Ed., Duquesne University

B.S.J., West Virginia University B.A., West Virginia University

Charles Feller Information Technology M.S., Carlow University B.A. Slippery Rock University Linda George General Education M.Ed., University of Louisville B.S., Edinboro University Mike Gremba Safety and Security M.P.A., University of Pittsburgh Richard A. Haas Graphic Design B.S., Point Park College

A.S.T., Art Institute of Pittsburgh Russell Harding Medical A.S., Community College of Allegheny County Carrie Harrison General Education M.A., University of Pittsburgh B.A., University of Pittsburgh

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William Huddleston Business Administration M.B.A., Indiana University of PA B.S., Indiana University of PA A.A., Community College of Beaver County Edward L. Jaquay Information Technology A.S., Community College Allegheny County Brandon R. Jennings Graphic Design

B.S., Point Park College A.S.T., Art Institute of Pittsburgh

Eric F. Joseph Graphic Design and Multimedia A.S.T., Art Institute of Pittsburgh David A. Kingston Information Technology

B.S., Point Park College A.S.T., Computer Tech Daniel Kirk General Education M.A., Marquette University B.A., Thiel College Cora D. Koller General Education J.D., Duquesne University B.A., University of Virginia Stephanie Kramer Graphic Design & Multimedia Lab Assistant A.S., Pittsburgh Technical Institute James J. Lauria Safety and Security Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University M.A., California University of PA

B.S., Thomas Edison State College James T. Madine Information Technology

M.S., Duquesne University B.S., Point Park College A.A., Electronic Institutes

Mark J. Malecki Computer Aided Drafting B.S., Point Park College A.S.T., Triangle Tech

Bryan E. Martin Electronics Technology A.A., World Harvest Bible College Stephen G. Matheny Computer Aided Drafting

A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Thomas F. McDermott General Education M.S., Geneva College

B.S.Ed., Duquesne University Wendy E. McDivitt General Education M.S., University of Pittsburgh

B.A., Waynesburg College Dennis G. McNeill Electronics M.Ed., Penn State University B.S., Point Park College A.A.S., Community College of Beaver County Mary Beth Meyer Computer Aided Drafting

B.S., Duquesne University A.S.T. (CAD), Pittsburgh Technical Institute A.S.T. (CCSM), Pittsburgh Technical Institute A.S., Community College of Allegheny County

Aaron Miller General Education M.Ed., Seton Hill University B.A., University of Pittsburgh James M. Mueller Electronics Lab Assistant A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute John G. Nagy Hospitality

B.S., Point Park College A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute James W. Northrop Computer Aided Drafting

M.S., Robert Morris University B.S., State University of New York at Buffalo

Steven T. Poindexter General Education B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania Kelley Retter Medical M.Ed., Slippery Rock University of PA B.S., Slippery Rock University of PA Anita Rossell Medical

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Michael W. Russell Information Technology M.Ed., American Intercontinental University

B.I.T., American Intercontinental University A.S., Pennsylvania State University

Betsy Sabin General Education M.Ed., University of Nevada, Las Vegas B.A., George Mason University Timothy E. Samolis Business Administration M.S., Robert Morris University B.S., Robert Morris University Frank A. Schurter Multimedia B.F.A., Carnegie Mellon University David Semich Information Technology M.Ed., California University of Pennsylvania B.S., California University of Pennsylvania Scott Shuagis Medical B.S., Carlow College George J. Silvaney Graphic Design B.A.A., Point Park College A.S.T., Art Institute of Pittsburgh Tyrone Smith Information Technology Michael H. Snyder Computer Aided Drafting B.S., Point Park College

A.S.T. (CAD), Pittsburgh Technical Institute A.S.T. (CCSM), Pittsburgh Technical Institute A.S.T., (CSM), Pittsburgh Technical Institute

Mevalee J. Spain Travel B.S., Point Park College A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Domenico A. Tavella Business Administration/Travel M.B.A., Duquesne University B.S., Robert Morris University Sheila E. TenEyck General Education M.Ed., University of Pittsburgh B.A., University of Pittsburgh Aris Tsouris Electronics Technology

B.S., Point Park College A.S.T., Penn Technical Institute

Laurie L. Tudor Graphic Design B.A., Point Park University A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Vincent J. Vasco Electronics Technology Peter Viola Medical M.S., Robert Morris University B.S., University of Pittsburgh Deborah K. Wicks General Education J.D., University of Pittsburgh B.A., Pennsylvania State University John T. Wyland Computer Aided Drafting

A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Adjunct Faculty Brenda Blasinsky Medical M.A., California University of PA B.S., Indiana University of PA Amy L. Cesario Business Administration B.S., Point Park College Anna Cehelsky Travel and Tourism B.S., Waynesburg College A.A., Community College of Allegheny County Lisa M. Cyprowski Medical B.S. Nursing, Carlow University Anne R. Dorn General Education M.A.T., University of Pittsburgh B.A., University of Pittsburgh Annamarie Duchess Medical M.Ed., Slippery Rock University David Faraone Information Technology A.S., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Patricia J. Hamilton Medical B.S., Edinboro University

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Richard Jordan Hospitality Management B.A., Pennsylvania State University Valerie J. Keeley Business Administration M.Ed., Westminster College B.S., Robert Morris University A.S., Community College of Allegheny County Corrin Lowry Safety & Security M.S., Point Park University B.S., Point Park University Deanna Markesteyn Medical B.A., University of Pittsburgh A.S., Dean Junior college Stephen M. McDonell Information Technology

M.B.A., Robert Morris University B.A., University of Pittsburgh William McGraw Information Technology M.S., University of Pittsburgh B.S., Carnegie Mellon University Bryan R. Mock Medical D.C., Palmer University B.S., Indiana University of PA Peter R. Nicka Electronics Technology M.S., Robert Morris University B.S., Tri-State A.S., Lakeland Community College Douglas O’Donnell Information Technology B.S., Indiana University of PA Joshua Peterson Electronics Technology M.S., University of Pittsburgh B.S., Grove City College Bonnie Praksti Medical B.S., University of Pittsburgh Linda Raab Medical M.A., Indiana University of PA B.S., Clarion University of PA John Ranalli Hospitality B.S., Florida International University A.S., Community College of Allegheny County Beth A. Rich Medical B.S., Slippery Rock University Brian D. Richards Information Technology M.S., Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania Jessica S. Roberts Safety & Security J.D., Duquesne University B.A., Simpson College Todd Rooney General Education M.A., University of Pittsburgh B.A., John Hopkins University Francis Sehn Business Administration M.S., Indiana University of PA B.S., Point Park College Nancy Sims Medical B.S., Florida Atlantic University Joanne Smutko Medical B.S., University of Pittsburgh A.A., Community College of Allegheny County Joseph Sora General Education D.A., St. John’s University M.A., Iona College B.A., Catholic University of America Margaret A. Stackhouse Medical B.S., University of Phoenix Shannon Stahl Business Administration M.B.A., Duquesne University B.S. Duquesne University Carl Stepien Safety & Security B.S., St. Edward’s University A.A., Cisco Junior College Ryan Stroup Business Administration M.B.A., Point Park College

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Thomas Yanosick Information Technology M.S., Robert Morris University B.S., Indiana University of PA Henry J. Yoder Information Technology B.S., Evangelical Theological Seminary

Center for Teaching and Learning

Michael L. Bonacci Faculty Development Assessor

Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh M.Ed., University of Pittsburgh

B.S., Indiana University of PA Theresa L. McCauley Program Development Coordinator B.S., Indiana University of PA Roxianne D. Snodgrass Assessment Coordinator M.S., Medical University of South Carolina B.S., Marshall University Nora L. Stroop Office Assistant B.S.Ed., University of Pittsburgh Melissa A. Wertz Faculty Development Coordinator

M.S., Robert Morris University B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Library Resource Center

Ruth A. Walter Director

M.L.S., University of Pittsburgh B.A., Clarion University of PA A.S., Community College of Allegheny County Claudia R. Segeleon LRC Research Assistant M.Ed., Edinboro University B.S., Edinboro University Mary S. Fistler Office Assistant

S.T.L., Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas M.A., Franciscan University of Steubenville, OH

ADMISSIONS Marylu Zuk Vice President of Enrollment Management

B.S., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University A.A.S., Yavapai College

Linda G. Allan Director of Public Relations B.A., University of Pittsburgh

Julie K. Crawford Office Assistant B.F.A., Edinboro University Scott M. Daugherty Web Marketing Coordinator B.S., Purdue University Franklin Gold, Jr., Senior Receptionist Nancy E. Goodlin Office Assistant Jeffrey A. Leedstrom Associate Director of Admissions-

B.A., Thiel College Post High School Toni A. Matejka Senior Receptionist Lisa M. Michaux Senior Receptionist Susan A. Rosa Director of Visual Communications

A.S.T., Art Institute of Pittsburgh Cynthia A. Smith Receptionist Nicolas B. Talotta Director of High School Enrollment Management A.A., University of Pittsburgh Rhonda M. Todd Office Assistant

Call Center

Angela Bartlett Admissions Assistant Carrie Bottorf Data Entry/Office Assistant Karen Butler Admissions Assistant Mary Cerezo Admissions Assistant April L. Cole Data Entry/Office Assistant Joseph G. Cooper Director of Admissions Assistants A.A., Surry Community College, NC Kristy Deangelis Admissions Assistant Laurene Durrett Admissions Assistant

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Fern Gedman Admissions Assistant Heather Guidi Data Entry/Office Assistant Robert L. Johnson Admissions Assistant A.A., Waynesburg College Danny Jones Admissions Assistant William Krobot Admissions Assistant B.S., Pennsylvania State University James Lacey Admissions Assistant Suzanne M. Meder Admissions Information- Systems Coordinator Kit L. Paladino Admissions Assistant Robert W. Pirro Admissions Assistant A.S., Community College of Allegheny County Julia M. Ridgely Admissions Assistant Diane Robb Admissions Assistant B.S., California University of PA Ronald Schnelzer Admissions Assistant Kimberly Smith Admissions Assistant Luann Watts Admissions Assistant Reed K. Yarosh Admissions Assistant Richard J. Zanie Admissions Assistant

A.S., Robert Morris College

Admissions Coordinators

Douglas C. Cerminara Director of National Recruitment B.A., Baldwin Wallace College

Kathleen Brieck Admissions Coordinator A.S.T., Art Institute of Pittsburgh Adele I. Geier Admissions Coordinator

A.A., Community College of Allegheny County Richard L. Kirkwood Senior Admissions Assistant B.A., Geneva College Christopher Lewis Admissions Coordinator M.S., University of Pittsburgh B.S., California University Owen F. Slagle, Jr. Senior Admissions Coordinator Mark Stotts Admissions Coordinator A.S., Butler Community College Renee M. Thomas Admissions Coordinator

High School Relations

Jennifer L. Cekus Career Development Specialist B.A., Susquehanna University Lisa A. Chir Office Assistant B.S., Robert Morris University A.S., Community College of Allegheny County Michelle L. Clifford Career Development Specialist Chester Conklin Career Development Specialist- Ohio Nicole L. DeMark Senior Career Development Specialist A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Lisa Doutt-Mason Associate Director- High School Relations M.A., Asbury Theological Seminary B.A., Allegheny College Ronald Gonzalez Career Development Specialist B.S., Indiana University of PA Vincent A. Gratteri Associate Director- High School Relations

B.S., Robert Morris University Troy R. Grunseth Career Development Specialist B.S., Duquesne University Patricia J. Hanley Career Development Specialist Steven A. Macri Career Development Specialist B.A., Slippery Rock University David Martin Career Development Specialist Carmen P. Sporio Career Development Specialist

B.A., University of Pittsburgh Michael T. Zurga Senior Career Development Specialist

A.S.T., Art Institute of Pittsburgh

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Student Financial Planners

Valene M. Goodlin Financial Planner A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Mark P. Halligan Financial Planner Mary Lou Heinrich Financial Planner

B.S., Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Christina L. Kubala Associate Director of Financial Planning

B.S., Robert Morris University Lynette J. Marchionda Office Assistant Paula J. Peduzzi Financial Planner Stephanie Waxler Financial Planner BUSINESS AFFAIRS Charles R. Cubelic Vice President of Business & Facilities Services

M.S., Robert Morris University B.S.Ed., Duquesne University A.S.T., Triangle Tech

Diana M. Graves Coordinator of Business and Purchasing Services Lori C. Milavec Office Assistant

Book Store Cynthia D. Klein Bookstore Manager B.A., Dickinson College Liqin Baurle Bookstore Assistant

Building Services

David C.Alducka Hosezella Kelley Michael A. Beresh, A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Colin J. Kelley Paul T. Black W. Derrick Moore Sharon L. Brown Darryl A. Peterson Michael Harper Matthew P. Riether Robert J. Harris Charles E. Teyssier Raymond F. Herron Lynn H. Wargo CENTER FOR CERTIFICATION AND ADULT LEARNING (CCAL) Nancy A. Nestor Director M.B.A., Chatham College

B.S., Pennsylvania State University Beth A. Apel Placement Coordinator B.S., University of Pittsburgh Michael S. Armburger M.Ed., Clarion University of PA B.S., Clarion University of PA Ron A. Burkett Adjunct Faculty Theodore P. Cole Adjunct Faculty B.S., University of Pittsburgh Timothy S. Friez Adjunct Faculty Larry R. Graft, Jr. Faculty Shawn E. Gray Adjunct Faculty M.S., California University of PA B.A., University of Pittsburgh Sharon J. Hosaflook Job Developer

B.A., University of Pittsburgh Todd A. Lesesne Test Site Administrator Jeffrey R. Stackhouse Faculty Donald Tedrow Faculty A.S.T., (CAD) Pittsburgh Technical Institute A.S.T., (CSM) Pittsburgh Technical Institute FINANCIAL SERVICES Constance E. Friedberg Vice President of Financial Services

B.S., Robert Morris University Rebecca L. Johnson Office Assistant

A.S.B., Duff's Business Institute Kim M. Kovac Office Assistant Margaret A. Martin Accounts Payable Office Assistant

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GRADUATE SERVICES Theresa L. Allen Office Assistant Ted Butler Placement Coordinator M.A., University of Phoenix B.S., Southern Illinois University- Carbondale Andrea L. Chilleo Alumni Support Assistant B.S., Kent State University Vincent C. Criscito Placement Coordinator John Davis Student Employment Coordinator Lindsay A. Hornburg Placement Coordinator A.S.T., Boyd School Christine C. Ioli Alumni Coordinator

B.A., Kent State University Colleen Maxwell Office Assistant Sandy Morrow Job Developer Linda Redlich Placement Representative B.S., Colorado State University Denise H. Robinson Associate Director of Graduate Services A.S.B., Wheeler School Josephine A. Smith Associate Director of Graduate Services B.S., Point Park University

A.S., Community College of Allegheny County Phyllis Soracco Job Developer Janice M. Welch Employment Development Recruiter HUMAN RESOURCES Nancy S. Sheppard Director of Human Resources

M.A., Saint Francis College B.S., California University of Pennsylvania

Diana L. Balk Payroll/Office Assistant A.S., Community College of Allegheny County

Patricia A. Nusz Office Assistant INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY John M. Kovac Director of Information Technology

B.A. (Spec. CIS), St. Leo College Daniel L. Ball Network Technician Specialist A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Jonathan A. Buhagiar Systems Analyst Christine A. Colson Database Administrator A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute

A.A., Sawyer School Benjamin Daland Prog.MM/Dev. A.S., Pittsburgh Technical Institute William A. Evans, System Administrator

B.A., Baldwin Wallace College A.S.T., Pennsylvania State University

David M. Giran Help Desk & Print Center Coordinator Terry W. Petroff HardwareTechnician A.S.T., Laurel Business Institute William D. Showers Network Technician A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute STUDENT SERVICES Keith A. Merlino Vice President of Student Services

M.S., Robert Morris University B.S., Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Heather L. Black Community Advisor A.S.T. (CAD), Pittsburgh Technical Institute Melissa J. Gnoth Director of Student Activities M.Ed., University of Nebraska B.S., Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Barbara J. Kaleugher Director of Housing

M.S., Robert Morris University B.S., Duquesne University A.S., Community College of Allegheny County

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Corey J. Kranak Area Coordinator for Student Housing B.A., LaRoche College Donna Lisowski Office Assistant Shane R. McGarvey, Resident Life Advisor

B.S., University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown Maureen O. McKeever Learning Coordinator B.S.Ed., Duquesne University Cathrene Mupfumira Community Advisor Michael Peterson Community Advisor Gloria M. Ritchie Director of Residence Life A.S.T., Pittsburgh Technical Institute Justin Schiefelbein Area Coordinator for Student Housing B.A., Bethany College Christopher Spradley Area Coordinator for Student Housing