Fulltime Programs

Automotive Technology

Instructor:  Donnie Allen

The purpose of the Automotive Technology program is to graduate a technician with a thorough understanding of the methods of servicing and repairing automotive vehicles. Students are taught to make the proper diagnosis using test equipment, precision measuring tools, service manuals and specifications.

This program is divided into eight instructional units as developed by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. A certificate may be awarded at the successful completion of all units.

Business Systems Technology

Instructor:  Wildred Vidrine, BS, MA, EDS

The Business Systems Technology program is designed to develop the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that office professionals need to secure good jobs and succeed in today’s computerized offices as well as the more traditional office environments.

High-tech equipment and recent curriculum revision provide an opportunity for students to learn the latest in office technology using appropriate computer software packages.

Computer Information Technology

Instructor:  Debra Akers, BS, MA

The goal of the Computer Information Technology Program is to inspire and educate our students by equipping them with the concepts, skills and work ethics required to meet the vocation-related challenges of today and tomorrow.

Culinary and Hospitality

Instructor:  Mike Osborne
Member, Middle Tennessee Chapter of the American Culinary FederationTypical

The culinary and hospitality program focuses on the general study of cooking and related culinary arts that may prepare individuals for a variety of jobs within the food service industry. Includes instruction in food preparation, cooking techniques, equipment operation and maintenance, sanitation and safety, communication skills, applicable regulations, and principles of food service management.

Electronics Technology / Industrial Electricity

Instructor:  Mark Guertin, Licensed Electrician--Certified Journeyman, Certified in Electronics / Lasers and Robotics / Fiber Optics / CCTV / Hydraulics / Pheumatics / PLC / VFD's / Communications / Networking / CNC Controls / Programmable Controllers, with other specialties of Welding, Rigging, Electronic Communication, Schematics, Electronic Security

Students first learn the basics of Electronics: direct and alternating current theory, semiconductor devices, digital techniques and circuitry, electronic components, electronic circuits, and the basics of mi

Industrial Maintenance

Instructor:  Melvin Childers

The Industrial Maintenance program is designed to give students general skills in a variety of areas common to industry. Cross training enables a student to have knowledge in several areas and not be limited to one field of expertise that could become outdated.  Bringing multiple skills to the workplace enhances the employee’s value to the employer.

Machine Tool Technology

Instructor:  Kenny Dunn

The work of machine tool operators, machinists, tool and die makers, industrial maintenance personnel, and related occupations requires skill in machining metal by machine tools such as milling machines, lathes, grinders, and drill presses, and the ability to use precision measuring tools.

The course in Machine Tool Technology is designed to develop basic skills in machine tool operation and provide the student experience on a variety of machine tools similar to those which he/she will operate after graduation including computerized numerical contr

Medical Assistant

Instructor:  Deborah Womack, AAS, RMA, LPN

Medical assistants are multi-skilled health professionals specifically educated to work in ambulatory settings performing administrative and clinical duties.

Practical Nursing

Director of Nursing, Trudy Kettenbach, RN, BSN
Instructor:  Suzanne Parsley, RN BSN
                    Andria Keith, BSN

Technology Foundations

Instructor:  Anita Parker, BS, BBA

The Technology Foundations class is not a program but an academic component of all programs at the Tennessee Technology Center at McMinnville. The Technology Foundations class is designed to provide the opportunity to acquire and master or upgrade basic skills, to improve performance, and to enhance the program the student has chosen to pursue. The class gives the student the opportunity to progress at his/her own speed in an individualized program. The class is designed to deal with all levels of education.

Welding

Instructor:  Raymond Rigsby
Auto-Diesel Welding Diploma--Nashville Auto Diesel College
Weld-Ed Phase II Cutting and Joining Processes--Chattanooga State Community College
Owner/Operator of Welding business for over 30 years