| Associate of Technical Studies (A.T.S.)
Degree |
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| The associate of
technical studies (A.T.S.) degree is awarded for the successful
completion of a program in technical education that is individually
planned by the student and advisors to meet a specific need |
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not available in any of the current degree programs. This
interdisciplinary program is intended for the individual who has
been gainfully employed in an occupation for several years and is
interested in obtaining credit for previous training and experience
as well as additional coursework to enhance career opportunities. A
minimum of 18 semester hours must be earned in the major area of
concentration. A committee composed of the major and minor
department chair and the major division dean will work out the
program of study with the student. Final approval will be granted by
the provost of the College. |
All associate degree programs
must contain a minimum of 30 semester credit hours of technical courses,
15 semester credit hours each of basic related and general studies
courses. The program must identify the course in each of these areas
that will meet the educational needs of the individual.
The educational program must
be approved prior to the student's having earned 30 semester hours of
credit at the College.
For additional information
about the associate of technical studies, contact the Office of
Admissions/Student Services. |