Associate in Applied Science

Area of Study 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 from military or civilian training. If the option 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 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 Associate in Applied Science degree in one of the following areas of study:

*Option is only available to current military personnel and veterans of the armed forces.

**Students pursuing the AAS degree in Criminal Justice have differing program requirements. See their sections for specific requirements.

Credit Distribution

I. General Education Featured Courses (21 Credits)

TESU Featured Courses are listed as a guide. Other courses may satisfy the areas and can be viewed on our website under General Education Courses. For more information see About Our General Education Program. To plan your program please contact an academic advisor.

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

For all TESU course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to Intellectual and Practical Skills.

B. Civic and Global Leadership (3 credits)

SOC-1010

Our Changing World: An Introduction to Sociology

For additional TESU course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to Diversity Intercultural Literacy.

C. Knowledge of Human Cultures (3 credits)

SOC-2100

Marriage and the Family

For additional TESU course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to Social Sciences.

D. Scientific Knowledge (3 credits)

EAS-1010	General Earth Science	3
-	OR
CIS-1070	Computer Concepts and Applications	3

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

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's 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

**Students pursuing the AAS degree in Criminal Justice or AAS degree in Polysomnography have differing program requirements. See their sections for specific requirements.

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
Applied Health Studies Pathway to BSN	21 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