Technical Studies, AAS

Upon completion of an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Technical Studies a student will be able to:

Technical Skills

• Students will apply technical skills required of an entry-level technician in a chosen field
• Students will demonstrate skills in science and technology by applying technical competence including knowledge of technology and/or scientific principles as these apply to programs.
• Problem Solving/Critical Thinking
• Students will select and use various approaches to solve a wide variety of problems – scientific, mathematical, social and personal.
• Students will evaluate information from a variety of perspectives, analyze data and make appropriate judgements.
• Students will develop analytical skills
• Students will recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, organize, critically evaluate, and effectively use information from a variety of sources with intellectual integrity

Professionalism

• Students will demonstrate professionalism by developing a strong work ethic, including responsible attendance; skill in teamwork and collaboration, as well as an ability to work with others, respecting diversity; ability to adapt to change; commitment to lifelong learning; adherence to professional standards; and positive self-esteem and integrity.
• Students will develop life skills
• Students will develop required employability skills
• Students will promote and advance essential knowledge, skills and values students need to succeed in an interdependent, diverse and changing word

Communication

• Students will demonstrate knowledge of how to manage, access and process information.
• Students will develop the ability to communicate and interpret effectively in several forms – oral, written, nonverbal and interpersonal.