Technical Studies
Associate in Applied Science in Technical Studies is designed for students participating in college level education and training programs sponsored by business, industry, government agencies, labor organizations or other professional organizations.
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Component I: General Education Core (21+ credit hours)
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Component II: Technical Core (39 credit hours maximum)
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Component III: Technical/Occupational Specialty (39 credit hours maximum)
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Component IV: On-the-Job-Training (12 credit hours maximum)
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Total Credit Hours in Program: 60 - 72
Technical Studies Approved Partnerships include:
Industrial Maintenance: South Branch Career and Technical Center (Adult Division)
Residential Care Specialist, Special Needs Children: WV Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
Technical Studies: Information Systems
The Technical Studies in Information Systems Program was developed as part of a statewide Information Technology (IT) curriculum program (WV-ExcITE). This program will offer students a solid background in computer technology complemented by a full array of vendor certification training choices. The program will be developed in a web delivery format and delivered throughout the state. Students may take courses locally, where provided, or take the statewide courses via the web. Contact the program advisor to for information.
Program Requirements: All students in the degree must complete a series of courses in four components:
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Component I: General Education;
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Component II: Technical Core;
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Component III: Certifications*;
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Component IV: On-the-Job Training;
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Total Credit Hours in Program: 66 (minimum)
*Component III offers the student a choice from a variety of vendor certifications.
