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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.
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Campus Location3250 Saint Matthews Rd
Orangeburg, SC 29118-8299
USA
Main Tel: (803) 536-0311
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College HighlightsWhere Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in family and social work, computer science and engineering, mechanics and repair, and office and administration.
- High female/male ratio.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Racially diverse student body.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- 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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| Associate | 258 | 22 | | < 1 year certificate | 227 | 21 | | 1-2 year certificate | 61 | 4 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College was 2,399 in 2007 (1,600 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 | $ 3,528 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,464 | | Books and supplies | $ 800 |
Financial Aid: Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College 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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| 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) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (24 awarded) - Accounting
- Business/Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (36 awarded) - Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (0 awarded) - Forest Technology/Technician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (0 awarded) - Technical Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (34 awarded) - Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Instrumentation Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (74 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Child Care and Support Services Management
LAW (14 awarded) - Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS (16 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (80 awarded) - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (1 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (85 awarded) - 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
MEDICINE (2 awarded) - Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (107 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (37 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES (16 awarded) - Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (17 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (3 awarded) - Physical Therapist Assistant
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