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Early Interest in Electronics Leads to Teaching Career for Ninety Six Native

JC Crowder looks like a student, but don’t be fooled by his appearance. The Piedmont Technical College mechatronics instructor knows his field.

$5 Million Federal Grant Awarded to SC Technical College System to Expand Apprenticeship in South Carolina

The apprenticeship programs at Piedmont Technical College will continue to grow as the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA) recently awarded the SC Technical College System a $5 million grant to expand apprenticeship in the state.

Greenwood County Business and Industry Showcase Coming to PTC

Piedmont Technical College is working with the Greenwood Partnership Alliance to host the Greenwood County Business & Industry Showcase on Tuesday, Sept. 22 and Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Mechatronics Grad Finds Passion Again

Jason White tried to avoid the family business. But, he found out it was in his blood.

Piedmont Tech to Offer More Veterans Services through Grant

Piedmont Technical College has been awarded more than $500,000 for the first time to begin a Student Support Services (SSS) Program for qualifying veteran students.

Area College Students Head Back to Class

Students at Piedmont Technical College recently headed back to class.

First Citizens Bank Makes Donation to Foundation

First Citizens Bank recently made a generous contribution to the Piedmont Technical College Foundation.

Coleman Recognized for Work with Project Genesis

Steve Coleman, director of Project Genesis at Piedmont Technical College, has been recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow by the Emerald City Rotary Club.

Mechatronics Program Preparing Students for the Future

The latest buzzword in manufacturing is mechatronics. A widely accepted career in Europe since the 1990s, mechatronics has only recently been recognized as a new training opportunity in Upstate South Carolina. But the nature of the field is still confusing to many people.

Commencement Ceremonies at Piedmont Technical College Honor Graduates

The James Medford Family Event Center at Piedmont Technical College welcomed nearly 300 Piedmont Technical College graduates for two commencement ceremonies to celebrate their accomplishments.