Area of Study Overview
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The Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree program is designed to meet the needs of mid-career adults in a wide range of applied fields. Students select the area of study that matches their expertise or profession.
Applied Science Degree Credits
Students usually enter with many of the credits in the career track completed from military or civilian training. If the area of study has not already been completed, students may 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 A.A.S. area of studies. 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 Associate in Applied Science degree in one of the following areas of study:
*This AOS is only available to current military personnel and veterans of the armed forces.
Credit Distribution
I. General Education Featured Courses (21 Credits)
A. Intellectual and Practical Skills (12 credits)
| ENC-1010 | Writing for Success | 3 |
| ENC-1020 | Writing for Success II | 3 |
| MAT-1050 | Applied Liberal Arts Mathematics | 3 |
| SOS-1100 | Fact, Fiction, or Fake? Information Literacy Today | 3 |
B. Civic and Global Leadership (3 credits)
| SOC-1010 | Our Changing World: An Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
C. Knowledge of Human Cultures (3 credits)
For additional TESU course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to
Social Sciences.
D. Scientific Knowledge (3 credits)
For additional TESU course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to
Scientific Knowledge.
II. Option Requirements (21 Credits)
III. Electives (18 Credits)
For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses.
| TRANSFER REQUIREMENT: TESU accepts credits in transfer from accredited institutions as well as non-collegiate providers. View information and resources on where you may find additional learning experiences. |
Total Credit Hours: 60
A.A.S. Areas of Study
The Associate in Applied Science A.A.S. degree Areas of Study 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's degree programs.
| - Administrative Studies |
21 Credits |
| - Applied Computer Studies |
21 Credits |
| - Applied Electronic Studies |
21 Credits |
| - Applied Health Studies |
21 Credits |
| - Aviation Support |
21 Credits |
| - Construction and Facilities Support |
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 |
Electives
Students are required to complete the following number of electives within their selected area of study:
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 |
| 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
|
*Area of study is only available to current military personnel and veterans of the armed forces.