STEM Initiatives

Georgia Piedmont Technical College is committed to producing proficient and efficient employees in STEM and STEM- related careers. GPTC STEM Definition: STEM education is an interdisciplinary approach, coupled with real world and problem/project based learning.

The goals of the STEM Initiatives Department include the following:

Increase enrollment of STEM and STEM-related programs at the college

Develop effective marketing strategies to increase program visibility

Increase the productivity of STEM program advisory boards

Develop and strengthen community and industry relationships

Increase opportunities for middle and high school students to be exposed to STEM education via dual and joint enrollment and articulation agreements.

Identify and write grants to assist in supporting the college’s STEM initiatives and programs

Based on the definition given above, the following programs (including all degrees, diplomas, and technical certificates) have been identified as STEM or STEM-related programs:

Computer Information Systems

Electronics Technology

Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

Computer Graphics and Design/Drafting Technology

Building Automation Systems

Criminal Justice Technology

Paramedicine Technology

Design and Media Production Technology

Accounting

Sustainable Technology Certificate

Motorcycle Service Technology

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technology

Automotive Technology

Clinical Laboratory Technology

Ophthalmology Technology

Practical Nursing

Cybersecurity

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Welding and Joining Technology