Area of Study Overview
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The Bachelor of Science BS degree with an area of study in Technical Studies is a 120-credit program designed to prepare students with diversified knowledge within applied science and technology. This degree is designed for students in multiple disciplinary occupations, such as technical supervisors responsible for mechanical and electrical operations; clinical supervisors responsible for radiation protection, radiations therapy, and medical imaging; and technologists responsible for troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, and programmable logic interfaces. A total of 18 Area of Study credits must be from 300/400 level courses.
Degree Requirements
Higher-Level Mathematics above College Algebra
CIS-107 or above
STA-201
MAT-121
PHY-115 or CHE-121
PHY-116 or CHE-122
Notes
- How Students Earn Credit in the Area of Study: Students may earn credits by selected licenses, certifications, related military or industrial training, transfer credits, Thomas Edison State University courses, or prior learning assessment PLA.
- All courses are offered online through Thomas Edison State University.
- A total of 18 area of study credits must be from courses at the 300 level or above.
Credit Distribution
Courses in the Area of Study are listed as a guide. Other courses may satisfy the areas. For TESU course options, please contact an Advisor.
I General Education Requirements (60 Credits)
II. Area of Study (45 Credits)
A. Technical Core (6 Credits)
| MAN-435 | Project Management | 3 |
| APS-401 | Current Trends and Applications in Applied Science and Technology | 3 |
B. Technical Discipline (39 Credits)
Technical Courses: A total of 12 area of study credits must be from 300- or 400-level courses
21 credits from a single discipline
18 credits from other applied science and technology disciplines
III. Electives (15 Credits)
For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses.
Total Credit Hours: 120