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Associate of Applied Science Degree  

Program Overview

The Associate of Technical Studies (ATS) degree is an individualized associate degree program designed to meet specialized workforce and educational needs not addressed through existing degree offerings. Students develop a customized program of study, in consultation with faculty and academic administrators, that combines technical coursework from one or more disciplines into a coherent curriculum aligned with a specific career objective. The program integrates technical competencies with general education outcomes to prepare graduates for employment advancement and lifelong learning.


Program Outcomes

  • Effective communication skills.
  • Quantitative and scientific reasoning appropriate to the discipline.
  • Information literacy and technology proficiency.
  • Critical and creative thinking.
  • Civic, cultural, and ethical awareness.
  • The ability to apply knowledge and skills in real-world settings.

FYE1110
Student Learning and Success is required for all students to take in year 1, fall semester. Students must receive a passing grade.


Class Sequence

Code Course Title Credits
ATS Oral/Written Communications
COM1110 Interpersonal Communications 3
ENG1110 Composition I 3
Mathematics
MAT1115 College Business Math 3
Arts & Humanities
PHL2130 Ethics 3
Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY1120 General Psychology 3
PSY1130 Human Development 3
SOC1110 Sociology 3
SOC1120 Sociology 3
Natural & Physical Sciences
BIO1120 Life Science 3
Technical Course
Required Required Technical Courses 33
60