About Us
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Philosophy & Mission
Pennsylvania College of Technology is a special mission affiliate of The Pennsylvania State University, focused on applied technology, and is granted the benefits and responsibilities of The Pennsylvania State University as a state-related institution and an instrumentality of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
College Philosophy - We believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. We further believe that learning is a lifelong process and that all individuals should have opportunities for lifelong education. Education should help individuals realize their maximum potential academically, culturally and technically, while also providing for personal enrichment. To prosper in a complex and changing society, individuals must learn to think independently, value logical and tested conclusions, develop problem solving abilities, and function collaboratively. The successful application of learning contributes significantly to health and happiness and benefits the organizations and communities in which individuals live and work; the College is an integral part of society and must respond to identified needs and interests. In the delivery of educational services, there is no substitute for excellence.
College Mission - Pennsylvania College of Technology offers an array of academic programs - in a student centered learning environment - at the baccalaureate, associate, and certificate levels with an emphasis on technology. The College offers nationally recognized programs and maintains its commitment to hands-on, experiential learning.
Pennsylvania College of Technology seeks to implement its philosophy by providing:
- Opportunities to develop intellectually, ethically, socially, culturally and personally.
- Quality academic programs emphasizing preparation for pre-professional, technological, and service careers.
- Accessible full- and part-time educational opportunities and services that address a wide spectrum of individual needs and abilities through varied formats, schedules and geographic locations.
- Educational programming responsive to economic and employment realities.
- Enhanced learning opportunities through cooperation with industry, business, government, other educational institutions and through international experiences.
- Comprehensive majors that integrate communications, math, science, art, technology, humanities, interpersonal skills, problem solving, critical thinking, information literacy and health and safety.
- Opportunities to develop skills needed to enter and succeed in academic majors.
- Opportunities to gain skills and knowledge, and to expand interests through lifelong learning.
- Assistance with career planning, employment preparation and advanced study.
- An environment that fosters lifelong learning, creativity, and respect for difference.
Excellence in instruction and appropriate educational opportunities are the College's highest priorities.