Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
Location and Contact Information
3250 Saint Matthews RdOrangeburg, SC 29118-8299
USA
Main Tel: (803) 536-0311
Web Site
The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area.
Overview
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College, also referred to as OCTech, is located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, United States. It was founded in the year 1968 and was originally known as the Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical Education Center. OCTech is one of the campuses under the South Carolina Technical College System. It offers students degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs in the academic areas of arts, communication, business, computer and information technology, health sciences, nursing, public and human services, and industrial technology, among others.
A large number of student clubs and organizations are available in Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College. These include the societies of Phi Theta Kappa, Phi Beta Lambda, Future Practical Nurses’ Club, Campus Crusades for Christ, Society for Future Radiologic Technologists, and Students in Free Enterprise.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in mechanics and repair, computer science and engineering, office and administration, law, and nursing and emergency medicine.
- High female/male ratio.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Racially diverse student body.
School characteristics:
- The school is public.
- Academic calender: Semester.
- Carnegie classification: Associates Colleges.
Features of note:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- There are one or more libraries on-campus.
- Distance learning is available.
- Weekend study is an option.
- Part-time classes are available.
Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coastal Bend College | Beeville, TX | 3,538 |
| 2 | Technical College of the Lowcountry | Beaufort, SC | 2,105 |
| 3 | Savannah Technical College | Savannah, GA | 4,580 |
| 4 | Lamar State College-Port Arthur | Port Arthur, TX | 2,013 |
| 5 | Central Carolina Technical College | Sumter, SC | 3,206 |
| 6 | Robeson Community College | Lumberton, NC | 2,358 |
| 7 | Albany Technical College | Albany, GA | 3,004 |
| 8 | Lawson State Community College-Birmingham Campus | Birmingham, AL | 3,609 |
| 9 | Pulaski Technical College | North Little Rock, AR | 9,090 |
| 10 | Halifax Community College | Weldon, NC | 1,374 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | 214 | 17 |
| < 1 year certificate | 163 | 18 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 58 | 4 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 75 |
Students
Student enrollment was 2,737 in 2009-2010 (2,142 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
Students under 25 years old represent 61% of the student body. About 11% of the school is at least 40 years of age.
Room and Board
On-campus housing is not available.
International Study
About 1% of freshmen are from countries other than the US.
Graduate School Focus
The highest degree offered is the Associate.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Accounting
- Business/Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
- Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Child Care and Support Services Management
LAW
- Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES
- Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
- Physical Therapist Assistant
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