The Department of Physical Sciences at Greenville Technical College explores key concepts in astronomy, chemistry, geology, physical sciences and physics. This foundation will prepare students for engineering and medical professions and will also provide applications in everyday life including awareness of environmental, consumer, agricultural, industrial, and political issues.
Classroom and lab experiences teach use of the scientific method and problem-solving skills. Instructors have an open door policy and caring attitudes that help students grasp concepts they will need to become better prepared employees and more involved citizens.
Tutoring is available – Beside PC Planet on 2nd Floor of the Nursing Sciences Building (117), Room 219.
The Physical Sciences department offers courses in
Fast track classes are designed in the physical sciences to complete a two-semester sequence of classes in one semester. For a fall or spring class, the 14-week term is in two 7-week classes. For summer, the 10-week term is two 5-week classes. You may sign up for only the second semester class, assuming you have previously passed the first semester. No material is left out in either session. You should be sure you set aside adequate study time for each class.
CHM 211/212, CHM 110/111 and PHY 201/202 are offered fast track in the summer only.
Greenville Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
Questions about the accreditation of Greenville Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Department Head
Wes Adams
(864) 250-8263
Wes.Adams@gvltec.edu
Academic Program Director
Andrea Bryant
(864) 250-8206
Andrea.Bryant@gvltec.edu
Administrative Assistant
Cynthia Willis
(864) 250-8564
Cynthia.Willis@gvltec.edu
Full-Time Faculty
Wes Adams
Dr. Timothy Betts
Andrea Bryant
Kevin Cloud
Amy Daniels
Jason Gilchrist
Dr. Juan Lara
Part-Time Faculty
Jody Caldwell
John Brockman
Dr. Wayne Hayes
Dr. Tania Houjeiry
Tanty Meier
David Sykes
Department Head
Wes Adams
(864) 250-8263
Wes.Adams@gvltec.edu