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OFTC - FY13 Handbook
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Repeated Courses
If a student desires to repeat the course(s) in which he or she
received the unsatisfactory grade(s), then previous grades in the
repeated classes will not be calculated into the credit hours and
grade point ratios for graduation. The latest grade received will
be used in the recalculation of grade point ratios for graduation
purposes. However, the permanent records will show all work
attempted and all grades earned. The cumulative grade point
average is that grade point average calculated on all attempts
at all credit courses taken at that college. The Graduation Grade
Point Average is calculated only on those courses required for
graduation. When a course is taken more than once, the final
grade will be used in calculating the grade point average for
graduation. A 2.0 grade point average is needed for graduation.
Independent Study
By arrangement between individual students and faculty
members, the College offers independent study opportunities.
Independent study is conducted under the guidance and at the
discretion of a faculty member qualified in the subject area.
Independent study is considered part of a regular course load and
regular academic calendar deadlines and requirements will apply.
Interested students may obtain information from their advisor.
Independent study is a program that allows a student to learn
outside the confines of scheduled classes. As the name implies,
much of the learning takes place without the direct involvement
of an instructor. The delivery of course content may vary, but a
student must achieve the same course competencies that exist in
conventional classes.
General Education Core
Competencies
Oconee Fall Line Technical College has identified a set of core
general education competencies designed to prepare graduates
for successful careers. OFTC has identified the following general
education competencies:
• Basic Computer Skills
• Mathematical Reasoning Skills
• Reading and Analytical Skills
• Standard Written English Usage Skills
courses required for graduation. Students must make a “C” or
higher in all required course work. When a course is taken more
than once, the final grade will be used in calculating the grade
point average for graduation. Students will not receive an award
until all financial accounts are clear.
NOTE: Former HGTC Students will be required to have a
grade of “C” or higher after July 1, 2011 for all courses taken
at OFTC. However, HGTC courses with a grade of “D’ will be
considered for successful completion of a course as long as
the former HGTC student is continuously enrolled at OFTC.
If a student stops out voluntarily or involuntarily during a Fall
or Spring Semester then the student will be readmitted under
the current OFTC policy.
OFTC identifies expected program outcomes and college level
general education competencies and assesses the extent to
which graduates achieve these outcomes.
Should a student receive advanced standing through transfer
credit or exemption examination, the student must still complete
at least twenty-five percent of the credit hours of the required
curriculum for graduation in residence at Oconee Fall Line
Technical College. Students in certain allied health programs
which require licensure or certification examinations must
complete at least fifty percent of the credit hours of the required
curriculum for graduation in residence at Oconee Fall Line
Technical College.
In order to participate in the commencement exercises or to
receive an award, a student should complete an application
for graduation during their advisement session for their last
semester of attendance. Students who do not complete an
application for graduation by the deadline cannot participate in
the commencement exercises. There is a non-refundable fee for
students participating in commencement.
Honor Graduates
To qualify as an honor graduate, a student must complete all
course requirements in a degree or diploma program with a GPA
of 3.5 or above in program required courses with no grade below
a “C”.
Students in degree or diploma programs will take general
education competency exams. All general education competency
testing will be scheduled as a part of the general education
course work.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate, students must meet all course and credit
hour requirements as prescribed in the state standards for the
program in which they are enrolled. To receive a degree, diploma
or certificate from a program of instruction, the student must have
a Graduation Grade Point Average of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
The Graduation Grade Point Average is calculated only on those