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Advisement
Get to know your program advisor. Every student has a program advisor at
OCtech. It’s important to get the right answers to your questions the first
time.
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First Meeting With Your Program
Advisor
Discuss your program of study. Some courses require a minimum score on the
ASSET/Compass test. Your performance on the test may indicate the need for
some course preparation before enrolling in specific courses in your program
of study. Your program advisor has access to your scores and will develop a
plan of action with you.
Be Prepared Before You Talk With
Your Program Advisor
OCtech’s catalog is filled with important information. Be sure to read it.
The catalog has a list of classes required
for your program.
- Know which classes you have taken.
- Know which classes have a prerequisite.
- Assess your current situation: Having
difficulty with a course? What courses are you doing well in and enjoy.
- Plan your courses for the next term.
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Ask Questions
Your advisor can give you the answers or refer you to someone on campus who
can.
Transfer Credit
Credits earned (from other colleges) with a grade of C or better may be
transferred to OCtech. All courses must be evaluated to meet requirements
for program of study. The Registrar’s office must have an official
transcript to evaluate your courses for credit. Your program advisor will
carefully review your situation on a one on one basis.
Semester Advisement
It is important to register with your program advisor each semester.
- Pre-Registration is quick and easy!
- Check with the Financial Aid Office to make
sure your finances are adequate to
pay tuition, books & other fees.
- Know the deadline to pay tuition.
- Be sure to pick up a registration brochure.
Brochures are available in the Student Services Center.
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Schedule Changes
If you need to make a change in your schedule, see your program advisor.
Complete the appropriate Drop or Add form and turn it into the Center for
Student Services.
Attendance
To be successful you must attend class! If you
encounter difficulty with the class work or attendance, make an appointment
with your instructor to discuss your situation. Don’t get behind in your
class work.
Just Need to Talk
Make an appointment to see you program advisor. Let your program advisor
know of anything that may be affecting your success at OCtech.
Personal situations such as work hours, family responsibilities, travel
difficulties, etc. are helpful for your program advisor to know in order to
help meet your needs.
The Center for Student Services staff is also
available to assist your needs.
Advising Services Hours:
Monday - Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday
8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
or by appointment.
Located in the Student and Community Life Center. (803) 535-1224
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Advising Tips for Students
You are urged to establish a close relationship with your academic advisor—a faculty or staff member assigned
to help you set and reach your academic career goals.
Why would I meet with an academic advisor?
Your advisor can ...
- Interpret college and career requirements.
- Provide information about opportunities in your major and intended career.
- Acquaint you with campus resources and services.
- Discuss academic problems or concerns.
- Help you understand consequences of your academic decisions (Ex. the effect on financial aid or dropping or failing a course).
- Clarify academic policies and procedures.
- Monitor your progress toward graduation.
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Students’ Responsibilities in the Advising Partnership
- Make appointments by phone, e-mail, or office sign-up sheets.
- Seek help in decision-making rather than expect your advisor to make decisions.
- Show up on time for appointments, and if unable to keep an appointment, reschedule it.
- Be open to your advisor’s suggestions.
- Follow through when your advisor refers you to another resource or office.
- Know about college policies, procedures, and requirements.
- Recognize that you are ultimately responsible for knowing and fulfilling program requirements and for meeting deadlines and financial obligations.
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How to Prepare for Your Advising Appointment:
An advising appointment may be in person, by telephone, or through e-mail. Being prepared will help your session go more smoothly.
- Determine the courses you need to take to complete your program by referring to your program evaluation checklist or the college catalog.
- Review the course offerings through Campus Cruiser or the published schedule.
- Come prepared with a list of preferred and alternate courses for the next semester.
- Be prepared with questions you want to ask about your progress toward completing your program.
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ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT