The Tennessee Board of Regents establishes the admissions requirements for age, status, counseling, and testing. The Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology via Special Industry ATDT maintain an open-door policy for admission into most occupational programs, however, educational requirements for program admission may vary from program to program. Most programs will admit students with prior education or skill. Students are informed by the instructor that job placement in some fields may not be obtained without a Skill Test. Due to licensing requirements, this program requires the student to be employed by a Dealership.

Service Member Re-admission

Military reserve and National Guard personnel who are mobilized to active military service within six months of attendance at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology and who plan to return to the College, will have their tuition assessed as per TBR policy B-60.

Re-Admission Policy

A student who previously attended Tennessee College of Applied Technology who either withdrew or whose attendance was otherwise terminated must re-apply for admission by completing a new enrollment application. Due to processing of financial aid, students desiring to enroll in a new program of study and use financial aid, or did use financial aid in a prior term, will experience a 60-day waiting period for re-admittance.

Re-admission from Academic Suspension

The president may consider for readmission the applicant who has been suspended. B. Criteria that the president will consider in assessing candidacy for readmission are as follows: 1. Assessment of the candidate’s willingness to address those deficiencies that contributed to the prior suspension, and 2. Assessment of the likelihood that the readmitted student may succeed in pursuing their training objective.

Worker Characteristic Grading (Work Ethics Program)

The U.S. Department of Labor estimates that 80 percent of workers who lose their jobs do so not because of lack of occupational skills, but because of poor work ethics. The mission of technical education is to provide business and industry with trained workers who possess both strong occupational skills and good work habits. Business and industry leaders have identified essential worker characteristics that should be taught and practiced to help develop a viable and effective workforce.

The ten worker characteristic traits identified are:

1. Attendance 6. Productivity 2. Character 7. Organizational Skills 3. Teamwork 8. Communication 4. Appearance 9. Cooperation 5. Attitude 10. Respect

2. The Tennessee College of Applied Technology has incorporated a worker characteristic course focusing on the worker characteristics to be taught each term. These sessions are conducted throughout the term weekly, depending on the class schedule. Each student will receive a worker characteristics course grade, which will be recorded on the student’s transcript.

Re-Admission Policy

A student who previously attended Tennessee College of Applied Technology who either withdrew or whose attendance was otherwise terminated must re-apply for admission by completing a new enrollment application. Due to processing of financial aid, students desiring to enroll in a new program of study and use financial aid, or did use financial aid in a prior term, will experience a 60-day waiting period for re-admittance.

Books/Supplies/Expenses

Students must purchase the following on their own, as may be required by the area of training in which enrolled: I. Texts, workbooks, paper, tools, and pencils II. All parts and materials used on personal projects III. Uniforms, safety glasses, and other personal items are required by specific occupational areas. IV. Students are encouraged to take the accident insurance available. All materials, books, and other supplies purchased from the bookstore by the student become the property of the student and are non-refundable.

Classroom and Shop Maintenance

Good housekeeping practices should always be followed. Trash must be picked up on site; tools, equipment, etc. should be kept in appropriate places-not on benches, machines, and floors when not in use. As an integral part of instruction, each student is expected to participate in housekeeping and cleanup activities at the conclusion of each day to maintain efficient, high-level training programs. Instructors and students are responsible for cleanliness and orderliness of classroom work areas at all times. Each program will establish a daily routine for cleaning and students are expected to carry out duties as assigned.

Student IDs

Students must always wear their Tennessee College of Applied Technology student photo identification badges while on campus. The badges cannot be issued without a student submitting a valid unexpired government-issued ID to verify identity. The badges must be displayed so that they are readily visible. To ensure the security of student data, a student ID badge or other valid unexpired government-issued ID must be presented to college staff in order to discuss student account/financial aid information or receive financial aid residual checks. If a student loses his or her student ID badge, the item must be reported as lost or stolen to the Business Office during normal operating hours. A replacement fee must be paid and a receipt must be presented to school personnel before a new ID badge will be made. Upon termination from the Tennessee College of Applied Technology, students must return their ID badges to the instructor/Student Services office.

Dress Policy

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology is a technical training institution. Most employers will not employ persons with inappropriate appearance. Presenting a work-like and neatly dressed appearance makes the task of finding and securing employment much easier. The College’s aim is to make the educational experience as much like a well-managed industrial establishment as possible. Appropriate attire must be worn that is representative of what the industry requires in the workplace. Safety glasses are required in the shop areas, and loose clothing is prohibited when operating machinery. Appropriate dress is strongly encouraged and will be defined by your instructor. An important training goal for each student at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology is to develop a sense of personal pride in his or her appearance and chosen occupation. Students may be required to purchase certain prescribed clothing such as shop suits, steel-toe boots, pants, shirts, uniforms, etc., for their training area. Students must wear shoes and clothes suitable for the area enrolled and keep them neat. Provocative or offensive clothing is prohibited on campus. The evaluation of student worker characteristics will include student appearance as it relates to occupational/job requirements. Work and dress habits are an important part of any skilled craft person, technician, or office worker.

Attitude

Students are expected and encouraged to develop proper work habits and to maintain a sincere, cooperative attitude at all times.

Health and Accident Policy

All students enrolling in Tennessee College of Applied Technology are encouraged to complete a Medical Record form. This information will be treated as a confidential educational record and will only be utilized if a student requires immediate assistance due to an illness or injury on the College campus or training work site. Adherence to sound safety practices should prevent accidents. However, in the event of an injury or illness, the following procedures will be observed: Tennessee College of Applied Technology staff may attempt to administer first aid. Instructors/staff members will inform campus administration of the injury or illness. If needed, Emergency services will be contacted, and the student may be transported to a medical facility as determined by responding emergency medical personnel. The Tennessee College of Applied Technology will notify designated family members or contact persons as provided on the student’s Medical Record form if a student is transported to a medical facility or requires assistance to leave campus. Tennessee College of Applied Technology personnel will complete an incident report as soon as possible after the event. It is important that the medical information provided by students file be complete and that medical and contact information is up to date. Students with special health conditions should include that information when completing the medical information form and may inform the faculty about those special conditions if they believe it to be necessary.

Student Accountability/Conduct

Students are responsible for their own conduct, and violations of established rules and regulations may subject them to disciplinary measures or dismissal. Tennessee College of Applied Technology complies with the Tennessee Board of Regents Policy 3:02:00:01 Subject: General Regulations on Student Conduct and Disciplinary Sanctions and the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Student Discipline Policy policies.tbr.edu/policies/general-policy-student-conduct-disciplinary-sanctions.

Academic Integrity Policy

Tennessee College of Applied Technology operates under the premise of academic integrity. The policy prohibits plagiarism and other forms of academic cheating. It is the instructors’ responsibility to create an environment in which academic integrity is expected. It is the students’ obligation to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with expectations for academic integrity. The full policy statement on Academic Integrity is set out in the TBR Student Conduct and Disciplinary Sanctions Policy and TCAT Student Discipline Policy.

Computer Operation and Internet Access Policy and Guidelines

All students acknowledge the Acceptable Use Policy for Information Technology each time they log on to a school computer. Compliance with this policy is necessary to ensure the security and performance of Tennessee College of Applied Technology computer resources and a proper learning environment. Strict adherence to this policy will prevent costly damage, need for equipment/system repairs, system downtime, and/or loss of computer privileges. The Tennessee College of Applied Technology’s Acceptable Use Policy. IMPORTANT NOTE: Any person who violates this policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.

Traffic and Parking Rules

Faculty, students, and visitors are expected to comply with all campus parking and speed regulations as well as all state laws, county and municipal ordinances governing traffic/parking in their locality. State and local law enforcement authorities will enforce those provisions on the Tennessee College of Applied Technology campuses. Violators may also be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Student Disciplinary Policy governing student conduct and disciplinary sanctions. This policy is promulgated pursuant to, and in compliance with, TBR Policy 3:02:00:01(V) Traffic and Parking.

Theft, Loss, or Damage to Motor Vehicles

The College is not responsible for the security of, loss, or damage to, any vehicle or its contents while on campus. Students are requested to report any incidents, unusual occurrences, or concerns regarding their vehicles on Tennessee College of Applied Technology property to the Tennessee College of Applied Technology administration.

Drug-Free Campus and Workplace

In accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (Public Law 100-960) and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989, the Tennessee College of Applied Technology prohibits the unlawful use, manufacture, possession, distribution, or dispensing of “controlled substances”, as defined in the Controlled Substance Act, 21 U.S.C. 812, and alcohol on school property. All employees and students are subject to this Act. Any violation of this policy will result in appropriate disciplinary action.

Smoking Policy

Pursuant to, and in supplement of, the laws of the State of Tennessee (Public Chapter 410, “Non-Smoking Act) and TBR Policy No. 1:07:00:10, the following smoking policy applies to all persons at Tennessee College of Applied Technology Dickson: Smoking will not be permitted in any administrative or faculty office, shop, classroom, school vehicle, or laboratory at any time. All smoking must be done in designated outside areas that are located at least 25 feet away from any entranceway or window(s). All buildings and the main breezeway between the shop areas are smoke-free environments. The use of electronic or e-cigarettes and smokeless tobacco will be treated the same as traditional tobacco products for purposes of this policy. Smoking and the use of smokeless tobacco is also prohibited in the following designated locations: Benches and other picnic tables placed in certain areas of the campus; Compliance with this policy is mandatory. Please place trash in the proper waste containers, not on the ground or in the graveled or paved areas Persons violating this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including the termination of employment or enrollment at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Dickson. Visitors violating the policy will be asked to stop their violation. If a visitor refuses to comply with the policy after being instructed to stop will be escorted off the premises. The instructor of each program may permit smoke breaks as deemed appropriate, but shall not interfere with the daily schedule, College policy and/or shall not be permitted in an area that is prohibited by this policy or that will present a safety hazard. Receptacles will be provided for this purpose and all persons are expected to properly dispose of their cigarette butts.

Inclement Weather

Inclement weather, especially winter ice and snow, occasionally make it difficult for students to attend school. The faculty and staff of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Dickson are concerned with the safety of each student during inclement weather.

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Dickson will take one of three steps during inclement conditions: I. Remain open as normal. II. Close completely with the day(s) being made up within the same term at the direction of administration and approved by TBR. III. Operate on a modified school schedule since so often many roads are usually clear by mid-morning. IV. Classes will be dismissed at any time during the training day or evening if weather conditions deem it necessary.

In the event of snow, ice, or other severe weather conditions, students should use their own judgment in deciding whether to travel to school. It will be the responsibility of the student to provide documentation for unusual and extenuating circumstances. When weather conditions are severe, information regarding College closing will be provided for announcement to the following at the earliest possible: Student Notification System www.tcatdickson.edu (615)441-6220 Local TV Stations Do not confuse announcements regarding the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Dickson with Community Colleges, Universities, or Public Schools.

A cancellation of day classes does not mean that night classes will also be canceled, or vice versa. Any instructional time, which is lost due to College closures, may be made-up at the end of the term in which the closure occurs. Generally, the break period between Fall term and Spring term will be used to make up any missed days.

View the TCAT Dickson handbook