Technical Studies, Associate of Applied Science - TS23
The Technical Studies Associate Degree program is designed to prepare students for employment in a variety of positions in today's technical industry fields. This program offers students learning opportunities that develop higher level academic skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. It is specifically open to students who have already completed another approved technical or industrial program of study. The program emphasizes a continuation of technical studies theory and practical applications necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an Associate of Applied Science degree in Technical Studies and will be qualified for employment as technicians.
Degree Requirements
Area I - Language Arts/Communication
| ENGL 1101 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences
Select one course (3 hours).
Area III - Natural Sciences-Mathematics
Select one course (3 hours).
Area IV Humanities-Fine Arts
Select one course (3 hours).
General Education Core Elective
Select additional course from Areas I, II, III or IV (3 hours)
Course Cluster - Occupational Concentration
This AAS program is unusual in that it is an add on credential for those technical or industrial students who have already completed a terminal certificate or diploma program but who are not able to complete an AAS in that same area. This program allows students to transfer technical course credits towards the degree and complete the required general core courses.
Total Credit Hours: 60