The Technical College of the Lowcountry adheres to the policies and procedures of the South Carolina State Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education (SBTCE). In addition, the College has developed and regularly reviews policies and procedures (below) that address matters related to governance, academics, student services, and operational standards in support of its mission to provide accessible, high-quality academic education and workforce training to serve the needs of individuals, businesses, and industries in Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper counties. Students, please be sure to review the Catalog & Student Handbook for important additional information.

Section 1: Executive Administration

Area Commission

1.1.1 Commission Authority

Office of the President

1.2.1 Duties and Responsibilities of the President

1.2.2 Personnel Actions – Designation of Authority

1.2.3 Employee Quality Assurance Activities (Morale)

1.2.4 Local Policy Development

1.2.5 Institutional Committees

1.2.6 Alcohol Use – External Groups

1.2.7 Inclement Weather

Institutional Advancement and Fundraising

1.3.1 Institutional Advancement

1.3.2 College Foundation

Information and Records

1.4.1 Dissemination of Information

1.4.2 Records Management

1.4.3 Intellectual Property Rights

1.4.4 Copyright

Section 2: Administrative Services

Tuition and Finance

2.1.1 Tuition

2.1.2 Tuition Refunds

2.1.3 Tuition Appeal

2.1.4 Student Indebtedness to TCL

2.1.5 Four Percent Fee Waiver

2.1.6 Continuing Education Refunds

2.1.7 College Fees

2.1.8 College Club Treasuries

2.1.9 Outstanding Checks

2.1.10 Uncollectible Receivables

2.1.11 Auxiliary Enterprises

2.1.12 Investments

2.1.13 Contracts

2.1.14 Travel

Facilities and Equipment

2.2.1 Property and Equipment

2.2.2 Facilities Reservations

2.2.3 College Vehicles

Information Technology

2.3.1 Information Technology Resources

2.3.2 Information Technology Security

Health, Safety, and Security

2.4.1 Campus Safety and Security

2.4.2 Prohibition of Firearms and Weapons

2.4.3 Tobacco-Free Campus

Section 3: Academic Affairs

Programs and Curriculum

3.1.1 Academic Programs and Organization

3.1.2 Curriculum Development

3.1.3 Program Review

3.1.4 Instructional Program Evaluation

3.1.5 Advisory Committees

3.1.6 Instructional Projects Generating Revenue

3.1.7 SACSCOC Accreditation

Courses

3.2.1 Class Length

3.2.2 Class Attendance – Withdrawal

3.2.3 Grading System

3.2.4 Grade Review

3.2.5 Cancellation of Courses

3.2.6 Exam Schedule

3.2.7 Directed Independent Study

3.2.8 Auditing a Course

3.2.9 Experiential Credit

3.2.10 Credit by Examination

Faculty

3.3.1 Academic Freedom

3.3.2 Faculty Governance

3.3.3 Academic Advising

3.3.4 Office Hours

Library/Learning Resources

3.4.1 Use of Library Resources

3.4.2 Library Collection Development

Institutional Effectiveness and Research

3.5.1 Protection of Human Subjects in Research

Section 4: Student Affairs

Admissions

4.1.1 Admissions Criteria

4.1.2 Residency Classification for the Purpose of Tuition and Fees

4.1.3 Admissions to Programs with Limited Admission

4.1.4 Dual Enrollment

4.1.5 International Students

4.1.6 Re-Admission of Service Members

4.1.7 SC Illegal Immigration – coming soon

4.1.8 Catalog Rights

4.1.9 Academic Forgiveness

Registration and Student Records

4.2.1 Registration of Curriculum Students

4.2.2 Transfer of Credit

4.2.3 Resident Credit Requirement

4.2.4 Change of Major

4.2.5 Dropping and Adding Courses

4.2.6 Withdrawal

4.2.7 Repeating a Course

4.2.8 Transcripts

Financial Aid

4.3.1 Student Financial Aid

4.3.2 Satisfactory Academic Progress

4.3.3 Lottery Tuition Assistance

4.3.4 Abatement of Out of State Tuition – Workforce Development – coming soon

Student Rights, Conduct, and Activities

4.4.1 Grievances and Student Code

4.4.2 Students’ Right to Know

4.4.3 FERPA

4.4.4 Student’s Role in Decision Making

4.4.5 Student Organizations

4.4.6 Field Trips: Student or Group Travel

4.4.7 Career Development

4.4.8 Commencement Exercises

Section 5: HR

General Information and HR Records

5.1.1 Freedom of Information

5.1.2 Solicitation and Distribution

5.1.3 Affirmative Action – Equal Opportunity

5.1.4 Personnel Files

5.1.5 Sex Offender Discloser

5.1.6 Employment Verification

5.1.7 Contagious Diseases

5.1.8 Children on Campus

Employment

5.2.1 Employee Definitions

5.2.2 Employment Practices

5.2.3 Background Checks

5.2.4 Notification of Employment Status

5.2.5 Classified and Unclassified Employment

5.2.6 Classification and Compensation Plan for Classified Positions/Personnel

5.2.7 Permanent Status – Probationary Period

5.2.8 Temporary Grant and Time-Limited Positions/Employment

5.2.9 Adjunct Faculty Hiring

5.2.10 English Fluency Requirements – Faculty

5.2.11 Secondary Employment Outside State Government

5.2.12 EPMS

  • 5.2.12.2 TEPMS – coming soon

5.2.13 FPMS

5.2.14 Working Hours

5.2.15 Telecommuting

5.2.16 Termination Practices

5.2.17 Exit Interview

5.2.18 Break in Service

5.2.19 Retiree Re-Employment

5.2.20 Reduction in Force

5.2.21 Separation Practices

5.2.22 Voluntary Furlough Program

5.2.23 Mandatory Furlough Program

Salary

5.3.1 Compensation

5.3.2 Adjunct Compensation

5.3.3 Overtime Compensation

5.3.4 Salary Supplements – College Employees

5.3.5 Salary Supplements – President

5.3.6 Salary Supplements – Unclassified Personnel

Leave and Benefits

5.4.1 Annual Leave

5.4.2 Sick Leave

5.4.3 Other Leave Types

5.4.4 Employee Leave Transfer

5.4.5 Holidays

5.4.6 Faculty Non-Work Days

5.4.7 Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

5.4.8 Separation Incentive Program

5.4.9 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

5.4.10 Employee Development

Complaints, Grievance, and Ethics

5.5.1 Institutional Complaints

5.5.2 Grievances and Appeals

5.5.3 Ethics Requirements

5.5.4 Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment

5.5.5 Fraternization

5.5.6 Nepotism

5.5.7 Alcohol and Drug Use

5.5.8 Workplace Violence

5.5.9 Disciplinary Action

5.5.10 Political Activity

5.5.11 Personal Benefits from Projects

5.5.12 Social Media