Student Policies and Procedures

Central Carolina Technical College affirms the values of excellence, integrity, and innovation. Academic integrity is an important element of our values. The Academic Integrity Honor Code holds students to high academic and personal behavior standards. The Academic Integrity Honor Code emphasizes the importance of academic integrity, personal pride, honor and accountability; and these are the standards by which students are expected to adhere to in the academic environment whether or not they are explicitly asked in advance to do so.

• I pledge the work in this course will be my own.
• I pledge not to allow others to copy or present my work as their work.
• I pledge not to commit any acts of plagiarism.
• I pledge to cite and reference any work obtained from resources.
• I pledge not to lie, cheat, or steal to gain academic advantage.
• I pledge to oppose every instance of academic dishonesty.
• I understand that any act of academic dishonesty is a direct violation of the Student Code and will have consequences, up to and including failing the course, as outlined in the College Catalog and Student Handbook.

Acceptable Use – The use of computing resources must be in support of official College business or education and research and must comply with federal, state, local and college laws, regulations and policies.

Privileges – The use of computing resources is a privilege. By participating in the use of these resources, you agree to be subject to and abide by this Acceptable Use Agreement. Willful violation of this agreement will be treated as misconduct and subject to appropriate disciplinary action. Illegal or immoral activities will be reported to proper authorities.

General Use Rules for Computing Resources:
1. Wear your Central Carolina ID when using computers on campus.
2. Follow established procedures when you use computers on campus.
3. Protect your myCCTC username and password by not allowing others to access it.
4. Conserve expensive resources by avoiding excessive printing or wasting computer time.
5. Do not make unauthorized changes to the settings on computer hardware or software.
6. Do not use computing resources for playing games or for sending frivolous, obscene, or harassing messages.
7. Be aware that confidentiality and privacy are not guaranteed. Computer use is subject to monitoring.
8. Do not bring children, food or beverages into rooms with Central Carolina computers.
9. Do not use computing resources for private, recreational, commercial or political activities or to threaten, harass or intimidate others.
10. Vandalism, disruption of services, attempting to circumvent security measures, spreading computer viruses or worms, viewing/transmitting pornography, promoting hate sites, installing software or connecting electronic devices is prohibited.
11. You are personally liable for any copyright violations or unauthorized bills incurred.
12. You are responsible for any damages incurred by inappropriate use of computing resources.

Campus Hazing Prevention Policy [PDF]

Central Carolina Technical College is committed to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all students. Hazing in any form is strictly prohibited. This policy outlines the definitions, prohibitions, procedures, and consequences related to hazing activities. Hazing incidents should be reported to any one of the following:

• Vice President for Student Affairs
• Assistant Director of Student Life Services 
• Executive Director of Student Development 
• Executive Director of Auxiliary Services and Security 

Central Carolina Technical College does not discriminate in employment or admissions on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age.

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Materials posted or distributed must be primarily for educational purposes or the general welfare of the students, faculty, and staff. Solicitation for the purpose of financial profit or personal gain is prohibited. All notices will remain no longer than thirty calendar days or no longer than three days following the event. Notices or informational flyers may only be shared via college display racks following approval by the Office of Student Affairs. They may not be posted on walls or doors at the college. Information posted without proper approval will be removed and discarded.

The privacy and confidentiality of all present and former student records are preserved at Central Carolina Technical College. Student records are maintained and safeguarded by the Student Records Office. Each student has the right to inspect and challenge the accuracy of his or her records.
Separate files are maintained for records in the following categories:

• academic
• disciplinary
• counseling
• financial aid
• placement

When justified by legitimate law enforcement needs, the campus security agency may maintain confidential records relating primarily to its investigative function.

According to the Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, as amended, whenever a student has attained 18 years of age or is enrolled in a postsecondary institution, the consent to issue records and the rights of viewing those records are required of and accorded to the student alone. Therefore, only the student may view his or her record or request in writing an issuance of the record. If parents or other designated individuals wish to review or receive copies of a student record, they must have the student’s written permission to view or receive a copy, or the parents must provide evidence that the student is a dependent of the parents. A copy of this information will be maintained in the student’s record.

Central Carolina Technical College will not release information to any other party without written consent from the student except in the following cases:

• Faculty members or administrators at Central Carolina Technical College may have access to a student’s academic record if they can demonstrate justification.
• Release of student information to local, state, or investigative/law enforcement agencies will be permitted only to those designated by law.
• A duly authorized representative of the College may release student information, which is specifically requested to lawyers for the plaintiff and defendant upon subpoena issued by proper court authorities.
• Names and academic records of those students who graduated the previous spring may be forwarded to their respective high schools for statistical purposes.

In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, certain directory information may be released for currently enrolled students. If students wish not to have this information released, they must make the request in writing each academic year. This request must be filed with the Office of the Registrar.

As part of its mission, Central Carolina Technical College recognizes the importance of preparing students for the workplace and the importance of maintaining an appropriate learning environment that connects the classroom to the workplace. In support of this recognition, Central Carolina Technical College encourages its students to dress in such a manner that is respectful of others, representative of the workplace, and promotes a positive learning environment as supported in the SC Technical College Student Code of Conduct. Students are expected to dress in a manner which is not offensive to others, does not endanger their personal safety, and does not cause an unnecessary disruption of the educational process. Proper attire may vary between departments depending on safety regulations, professional standards, and hygienic requirements.

Title IX/Sexual Harassment of the Education Amendments of 1972 provides that no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. 20 U.S.C. §1681

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It is the policy of Central Carolina to prohibit the use of any tobacco product or e-cigarette on all college-owned, operated, occupied, controlled, or leased property. This includes all buildings, facilities, and grounds whether or not signs are posted. This includes, but is not limited to: buildings, parking lots, sidewalks, and other outdoor passageways, green spaces, and common areas, as well as college vehicles and personal vehicles while on college property. Individuals who violate this policy are subject to fines and disciplinary action.

College phones may not be used for personal calls. Students are cautioned against having family and friends call or text during class time. Use of cell phones should be limited to emergency messages during class times.

Central Carolina Technical College’s faculty, staff, and administration support an effective learning environment by placing a limitation on the use of electronic devices such as cell phones and pagers. Students are not allowed to have their cell phones in an “active” mode that will create a noise or disruption to the class, lab, or clinical environment during the instructional time under any circumstances unless a college emergency exists, and the student needs security or assistance. In addition, if a student chooses to leave the classroom, lab, or clinical environment to receive a call or respond to a pager, the student may be counted absent unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor, and/or it is later determined that a bonafide emergency existed. Emergencies generally involve serious medical situations, accidents, and incidents where a person’s presence or communication is crucial. The use of laptop or notebook computers is at the discretion of the faculty member but may be allowed for instructional purposes. Individuals who violate this policy may be subject to disciplinary action.