Area of Study Overview
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The Associate of Science (AS) degree program with an area of study in Technical Studies is a 60-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.
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How Students Earn Credit in the Option: Apart from courses offered online by the University, students can transfer credits from military/industrial training, licenses, and certifications, that have been evaluated for college credits, prior learning assessments (PLA), and courses from other institutionally accredited universities.
Credit Distribution
I. General Education Featured Courses (32 Credits)
A. Intellectual and Practical Skills (12 Credits)
B. Civic and Global Leadership (6 Credits)
| SOC-101 | Our Changing World An Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| ETH-230 | Ethics in the Digital Age | 3 |
C. Knowledge of Human Cultures (6 Credits)
D. Scientific Knowledge (8 Credits)
For additional TESU course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to
Scientific Knowledge.
II. Technical Studies Requirements (21 Credits)
Complete 18 credits in Technical Studies area and the 3 credit Capstone course. For course options, please contact an Advisor.
Associate Capstone
III. Electives (7 Credits)
For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses.
| 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