Program Overview
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The Associate in Applied Science AAS degree program is designed to meet the needs of mid-career adults in a wide range of applied fields. Students select the option, or major, that matches their expertise or profession.
Applied Science Degree Credits
Students usually enter with many of the credits in the career track completed, but not always, from military or civilian training. If the option has not already been completed, students may often use Prior Learning Assessment PLA to gain college credit for their knowledge. While there are some examinations in auto mechanics and electronics, there are few distance learning opportunities in most of the AAS career tracks. Credits in general education and free electives may be earned by a wide variety of methods.
While the Associate in Applied Science is considered to be a terminal degree, many but not all of the credits may be applied to one of the University’s baccalaureate degrees. Students may earn an Applied Science Associate degree in one of the following areas of study:
Students may earn this degree in one of the following options:
- Administrative Studies
- Applied Computer Studies
- Applied Electronic Studies
- Applied Health Studies
- Aviation Support
- Construction and Facilities Support
- Criminal Justice**
- Electrical-Mechanical Systems and Maintenance
- Environmental, Safety and Security Technologies
- Mechanics and Maintenance
- Military Technology Leadership*
- Multidisciplinary Technology
- Polysomnography CAAHEP Accredited**
*Option is only available to current military personnel and veterans of the armed forces.
**Students pursuing the AAS in Criminal Justice or AAS in Polysomnography have differing program requirements. See their sections for specific requirements.
Credit Distribution
Courses in the General Education Requirements are listed as a guide. Other courses may satisfy the areas and can be viewed on our website under General Education Courses.
I. General Education Requirements (21 Credits)
A. Intellectual and Practical Skills (12 credits)
B. Civic and Global Leadership (3 credits)
C. Knowledge of Human Cultures (3 credits)
D. Understanding the Physical and Natural World (3 credits)
II. Option Requirements (21 Credits)
III. Electives (18 Credits)
For all TESU course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to Undergraduate Courses
Total Credit Hours: 60
AAS Options
The Associate in Applied Science AAS degree Options help mid-career adults in a wide range of applied fields meet their educational and professional needs. While the Associate in Applied Science is considered to be a terminal degree, many but not all of the credits may be applied to one of the University’s bachelor degree programs.
| - Administrative Studies |
21 Credits |
| - Applied Computer Studies |
21 Credits |
| - Applied Electronic Studies |
21 Credits |
| - Applied Health Studies |
21 Credits |
| - Applied Health Studies Pathway to BSN |
18 Credits |
| - Aviation Support |
21 Credits |
| - Construction and Facilities Support |
21 Credits |
| - Criminal Justice |
21 Credits |
| - Electrical-Mechanical Systems and Maintenance |
21 Credits |
| - Environmental, Safety and Security Technologies |
21 Credits |
| - Mechanics and Maintenance |
21 Credits |
| - Military Technology Leadership |
21 Credits |
| - Multidisciplinary Technology |
21 Credits |
| - Polysomnography |
34 Credits |
Electives
Students are required to complete the following number of Electives within their selected Option:
For all TESU course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to Undergraduate Courses
| - Administrative Studies |
18 Credits |
| - Applied Computer Studies |
18 Credits |
| - Applied Electronic Studies |
18 Credits |
| - Applied Health Studies |
18 Credits |
| - Aviation Support |
18 Credits |
| - Construction and Facilities Support |
18 Credits |
| - Criminal Justice |
9 Credits |
| - Electrical-Mechanical Systems and Maintenance |
18 Credits |
| - Environmental, Safety and Security Technologies |
18 Credits
|
| - Mechanics and Maintenance |
18 Credits
|
| - Military Technology Leadership* |
18 Credits
|
| - Multidisciplinary Technology |
18 Credits
|
| - Polysomnography CAAHEP Accredited |
6 Credits
|
*Option is only available to current military personnel and veterans of the armed forces.