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Founded in 1961, DeKalb Technical College, is also known as DTU. It was earlier known as DeKalb Technical Institute. After several name and status changes, it was given its present name in 2000. DTU records an enrollment of over 17,000 students per year and operates several campuses and centers located in Clarkston, Covington, Lithonia, Doraville and Conyers. The college offers a wide variety of study options through certificates, diplomas, and associate’s degree.
DTU has a strong student administration that works toward comprehensive student development. The student government promotes several activities. DTU is home to a number of clubs, organizations, and honor societies such as the American Criminal Justice Association, the DeKalb Technical College Chess Club, and the National Technical Honor Society.
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Campus Location495 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021-2397
USA
Main Tel: (404) 297-9522
Web Site The campus is in a large suburb. |
Dekalb Technical College HighlightsWhere Dekalb Technical College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in transportation, business and management, office and administration, computer science and engineering, mechanics and repair, and law.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
- Racially diverse student body.
- Large number of students.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| < 1 year certificate | 1,105 | 41 | | Associate | 237 | 19 | | 1-2 year certificate | 232 | 18 | | 2-4 year degree | 34 | 8 |
Dekalb StudentsThe student enrollment at Dekalb was 3,819 in 2007 (2,233 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 1,632 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,928 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid: Dekalb participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| With tenure | | 17 | | Without tenure; tenure not available | | 84 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY (39 awarded) - Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (290 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Banking and Financial Support Services
- Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
- Operations Management and Supervision
- Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations
- Small Business Administration/Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (81 awarded) - Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Systems Security
- Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (6 awarded) - Wood Science and Wood Products/Pulp and Paper Technology
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (24 awarded) - Carpentry/Carpenter
- Lineworker
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (43 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (52 awarded) - Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
- Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
- Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (4 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Child Care and Support Services Management
LAW (90 awarded) - Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
- Legal Assistant/Paralegal
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (313 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology
- Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
- Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician
- Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDIA (26 awarded) - Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
- Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (108 awarded) - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician
- Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (114 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (86 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
PRODUCTION TRADES (53 awarded) - Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (105 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Police Science
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
TRANSPORTATION (174 awarded) - Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
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