Pittsburgh Technical Institute

Pittsburgh Technical Institute

Overview of Pittsburgh Technical Institute

Pittsburgh Technical Institute (PTI) is a two-year career school in Western Pennsylvania which offers associate degrees and short-term certificate programs in a variety of career-related fields. Founded in 1946, the school has undergone a consistent expansion of course offerings which now include business, medical, design, criminal justice, computer, safety, security, travel, hospitality, and technical fields. PTI operates two campuses: the primary North Fayette Campus in Oakdale and the PTI-Cranberry Center at the Regional Learning Alliance in Cranberry Woods.

Points of Distinction

• Unlimited placement services offered to all graduates
• Graduate Services Department employs full-time individuals to help students find employment
• Over 1,000 computers for student instruction
• Thirteen advisory boards to guide curriculum

Areas of Study

PTI offers Associate degree and certificate programs in a variety of career-related fields, which include the following:

• Business
• Accounting
• Marketing
• Hospitality Management
• Retail Management
• Management-Travel and Tourism
• Criminal Justice
• Safety and Security
• Computer/Electronics
• Computer Programming Information Technology
• Home and Commercial Systems Integration
• Electronics
• Computer Aided Drafting
• Multimedia
• Graphic Design
• Medical Assisting
• Surgical Technology
• Medical Coding
• Therapeutic Massage

Program availability varies by location. Associate degrees can be earned in just 24 months and certificate programs can be completed in as little as 9 months.

Pittsburgh Technical Institute Admissions

Admission to PTI can be achieved by following a few simple steps, beginning with a visit to PTI and a meeting with an admissions coordinator. Submission of an application form and financial aid form are next. The admissions coordinator will guide the applicant through the rest of the admission process.

Pittsburgh Technical Institute Faculty Quality

Most PTI instructors are full-time faculty members. All have a high level of industry experience, and the Institute's Center for Teaching and Learning offers its instructors professional development classes to help them teach and communicate more effectively.

Pittsburgh Technical Institute Student Body

About 80% of the PTI student body comes from in-state. Male-to-female ratio is about 60-40. In 2006, enrollment at the school's main North Fayette Campus in Oakdale slightly exceeded 2,000 students.

Pittsburgh Technical Institute Student Life

PTI considers campus life as important to the total educational experience. The school cultivates a dynamic environment which includes activities, events, student organizations, dances and celebrations. Many housing choices are available for PTI students. School-sponsored housing units are available in apartment-style or residence hall-style units located in surrounding neighborhoods. Private housing is also available in the area for non-traditional students or those who prefer a more independent lifestyle. The school offers Housing Day tours to help students select school-sponsored housing.

Programs of Study

(Note: Not all programs are necessarily available at all locations.)

Accounting

• Accounting
• Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
• Auditing

Communication

• Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

• CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician

Computer Networking

• Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications General
• Computer and Information Systems Security

Criminal Justice

• Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

Family and Consumer

• Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management

Fashion Design

• Design and Visual Communications General

Graphic Design

• Design and Visual Communications General
• Graphic Design

HVAC Electrical Construction

• Electrical Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician

Health and Human Services

• Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage

Hospitality Management

• Hospitality Administration/Management General
• Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
• Tourism and Travel Services Management

Information Technology

• Computer Programming Vendor/Product Certification
• Computer Programming/Programmer General
• Computer and Information Sciences General

Management and Administration

• Business Administration and Management General

Marketing

• Marketing/Marketing Management General

Medical Assisting and Nursing

• Medical/Clinical Assistant

Medical and Dental Administration

• Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
• Medical Office Management/Administration

Medical and Pharmaceutical

• Surgical Technology/Technologist

Multimedia and Web Design

• Web Page Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design

Photography and photo journalism

• Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia

Science Technologies

• Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician

Visual Arts

• Graphic Design

e-Business/ e-Commerce

• Business/Commerce General

Coursework or Degrees

(Note: Not all degrees and coursework are necessarily available for all programs of study.)

Degrees or Coursework

• Associate
• Certificate

Campus Locations

Pennsylvania

• Cranberry Township
• Oakdale

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