Program Overview
The Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies (B.T.A.S.) is a completion degree designed for individuals with an associate degree or 60 college credits. It focuses on practical knowledge and skills for career advancement, requiring 60 semester hours, including 33 in the major. Graduates develop critical thinking, leadership, collaboration, and diversity awareness skills, enhancing their career prospects and potential for graduate studies.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies (B.T.A.S.) is a completion degree primarily designed for individuals who have already earned an associate degree or completed 60 semester hours of college credit from an accredited institution. The program's main objective is to equip students with the practical application of knowledge and skills necessary for career advancement. To complete the B.T.A.S. degree, students must fulfill 60 semester hours of college credit, including 33 credit hours of major coursework. They must also maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 overall and within the major. Additionally, students must complete 30 credit hours at the 3000/4000 level as part of the upper division requirement, which is satisfied through the major coursework.
Program Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the Technical and Applied Studies degree, students will be expected to:
- Develop and integrate critical thinking, presentation, and analysis skills for the current and future workforce
- Value diversity and understand its implications in the workplace
Careers:
The professional skills developed in the B.T.A.S. program are intended to enhance students' career advancement prospects in their chosen fields. The degree can also serve as a foundation for graduate studies in a relevant field.
