Savannah Technical College
(GA, AL)
The Regional Center For Criminal Science, Cyber and Port Security
Regional Center For Criminal Science, Cyber and Port Security is to be a leader in Criminal Science, Cyber and Port Security training, by providing resources, training, experience and knowledge to meet the needs of agencies, businesses and communities in Georgia. The Center will provide reality-based learning opportunities, using latest technology and pedagogy, with highly trained instructors, in the areas of criminal science, cyber and port-security. The Center will "seamlessly" connect the K-12, Technical College, and University systems, in partnership with the local agencies and businesses to ensure a full range of educational and career opportunities.

Contact: Vic Burke
vburke@savannahtech
912 443-3017

Mission:
The mission of the Savannah Technical College Regional Center is to be a leader in Criminal Science, Cyber and Port Security training, by providing resources, training, experience and knowledge to meet the needs of agencies, businesses and communities in Georgia. Vision:
The Center will provide reality-based learning opportunities, using latest technology and pedagogy, with highly trained instructors, in the areas of criminal science, cyber and port-security. The Center will "seamlessly" connect the K-12, Technical College, and University systems, in partnership with the local agencies and businesses to ensure a full range of educational and career opportunities.
Location:
The Center is located on the White Bluff campus of Savannah Technical College, at 5717 White Bluff Road; Savannah, Georgia 31405-5521. See www.savannahtech.edu for directions. Programs of Study
Current partnership program offered to high school students through the Savannah Chatham County Public Schools:
  • Criminal Science Institute (CSI).
  • Current related degrees offered at Savannah Technical College:
  • Technical Certificate in Security (proposed to be implemented Jan 2007)
  • Diploma in Criminal Justice
  • Associate Degree in Criminal Justice
  • Associate Degree in Para Legal Studies
Current programs at local 4-year Universities for articulation opportunities:
Armstrong University:
  • Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice
  • Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
  • Bachelor of Science in Cyber and Homeland Security (pending approval)
Georgia Southern University:
  • Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies
South University:
  • Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Savannah State University:
  • Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
  • Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security and emergency management
Primary Occupations/Options:
Certificate level: Diploma level/ Associate Degree level:
  • County-level probations
  • Juvenile probations
  • Police officer
  • State correctional officer
  • State corrections counselor
  • County corrections officer
  • Sheriff's deputy
  • State trooper
  • State DOT enforcement officer
  • Federal corrections officer
  • Private investigator
  • Private security

 

Partners:
  • Armstrong State University
  • Cyber & Homeland Security Institute
  • Coastal Workforce
  • Daly, Bowen & Calhoun - Attorneys
  • Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education
  • Georgia Ports Authority
  • Local Chiefs of Police
  • Maritime Logistics
  • Savannah Chamber of Commerce
  • Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools Safety & Security Department
  • Savannah Medical Examiner
  • Savannah State University
  • Savannah Technical College
  • South University
  • U.S. Deputy Marshal

Articulation Agreements:
  • Savannah/Chatham County Public Schools - Savannah Technical College
  • Savannah Technical College - Armstrong Atlantic University
  • Savannah Technical College - Georgia Southern University
  • Savannah Technical College - Savannah State University
  • Savannah Technical College - South University
 Workshops:
  • Digital Firearms Training System (FATS)
  • Judgmental Shooting using FATS
Proposed:
  • Simulation and Modeling (JCATS)
  • Spanish for Public Safety
  • Constitutional Implications of Homeland Security
  • Intelligence Sharing from Local to Federal
  • National Incident Management System
TBD:
Port Security workshops in partnership with Georgia Ports Authority
Cyber Security workshops via
Cyber & Homeland Security Institute Resources:
Available:
  • Articulation agreements
  • Outlines/course descriptions for degree program courses
  • Workshop descriptions
  • Library and online resources
  • High School program (CSI) plan of study
Proposed:
  • Workshop videos/disks
  • "Train the trainer" materials
Contact Information:
Dr. Lucy Phillip, Executive Director, College/High School Projects
Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education
lphillip@savannahchamber.com
912-644-6445