Mechatronics

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Orangeburg, SC

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Mechatronics

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Mechatronics is a Certificate program offered by Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College in Orangeburg, SC.

Program Overview

Automatic success

Mechatronics uses computer, control, electronic and mechanical systems to design products and automate the manufacturing process. It’s the ultimate mashup between high-tech and hands-on.

Train on state-of-the-art equipment in our lab and gain real-world experience through internships. The skills you learn will set you up for success in a field where technology and innovation are constantly evolving. You’ll be the one industries rely on to ensure operations run smoothly.

Admission Requirements and Process

Open Admissions

Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College operates as an open admissions college as required by the 1976 Code of Laws of South Carolina, as amended. Consistent with statutory requirements and existing policies, OCtech makes every effort to minimize geographic, financial and scholastic barriers to post-secondary curricula and services offered by the College. A high school diploma (or GED certificate), though desirable, is not a prerequisite for admission to the College, but may be required for specific curriculum admission and federal financial aid.

Admissions Requirements

Entrance Requirements
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College has an “open door” admissions policy which allows students who meet the following requirements to enroll:

Admissions Procedures

General Admissions Procedures
To be accepted as a student at OCtech, an applicant must complete the following requirements or meet other multiple measures as published:

Complete a free application, which can be obtained from the Office of Admissions, or apply online.
Take the college placement test designed to aid counselors and advisors in determining the best course of study for each student. Qualifying ACT or SAT scores, or other designated criteria, may also be presented in lieu of the college placement test. Please contact the Office of Admissions for details on the required scores/criteria.
Submit official high school or GED transcript. Submit official college transcripts from all colleges attended.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with this link.
Meet with the Advising Center Staff to register for classes during the scheduled registration period.

Students will receive notification of acceptance by the Office of Admissions after all admissions requirements are met.

General Requirements

Graduates holding diplomas from secondary schools upon presentation of certified credentials.
Students 18 years of age or older, not possessing a high school diploma, but who can present evidence of being able to successfully pursue, and to profit from, the proposed course…
Under certain circumstances approved by the College President, an applicant under the age of 18, who has not graduated from high school, may be considered for enrollment through a…
Applicants must meet an established minimum reading requirements to be admitted to Associate Degree and Diploma programs, as well as to Certificate programs that require general…
Complete a free application, which can be obtained from the Office of Admissions, or apply online.
Take the college placement test designed to aid counselors and advisors in determining the best course of study for each student. Qualifying ACT or SAT scores, or other designated…
Submit official high school or GED transcript. Submit official college transcripts from all colleges attended.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with this link.
Meet with the Advising Center Staff to register for classes during the scheduled registration period.

Application Process

1
Submit Application
Complete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
2
Submit Transcripts
Provide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
3
Financial Aid
Complete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.
Complete FAFSA Application
4
Enrollment
Once accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.

School Information

Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College

octech.edu

Campus Location

Main Campus

3250 St. Matthews Road

Orangeburg, SC

Why Accreditation Is Important

A reliable indicator of quality
Approved program of study
Qualified instructors
Recognition by employers nationwide

Accreditations

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Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information

In-state Tuition Rate

$265 / credit hr

Charged per credit hour — not a program total. Out-of-County Residents

Out-of-state Tuition Rate

$358 / credit hr

Charged per credit hour — not a program total. Out-of-State Residents

We're here to ease the cost of your education.

College is an important investment in your future. Our Financial Aid staff is here to guide you through the process of paying for your education. In fact, most of our students pay little or even no tuition at all.

Aside from Federal Pell Grants, we work hard to make sure you have options when it comes to your financial aid package. We have a wide variety of programs and scholarships that help eliminate your out-of-pocket costs.