Technical Studies Associate in Applied Science

Degrees Offered: AAS Program Begins: Fall, Spring, Summer Delivery Method: Online, On Campus Phone: 701-224-2429 Email: bsc.cet@bismarckstate.edu The Technical Studies program addresses a recognized need for business and industry to attract highly trained workers with a variety of skills and to retain current workers. This custom-designed program is intended for employed individuals to combine elements of two disciplines in a meaningful and logical sequence that meets their career goals. Individuals may pursue this program of study to advance a career or to increase job responsibility. As an example, Technical Studies may be appropriate if a student wants to combine certain elements of a marketing curriculum with parts of a Cybersecurity program. Incoming or potential students should be able to articulate clearly their career goals. Students work with an advisor to identify career goals and to plan a program of study. Students complete an approved individual degree plan with an advisor. The program of study includes a minimum of 60 semester credit hours, of which 40 or more credits derive from at least 2 career and technical programs. Students identify one technical program as the primary focus area and one as a secondary focus area that collectively contribute to the study program. Students who complete the curriculum requirements receive an Associate in Applied Science degree in Technical Studies. Technical Studies provides opportunities for career advancement, increased job responsibility, or preparation for alternative employment.