Engineering Technology Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree
Program Goals
- Apply basic engineering theories and concepts creatively to analyze and solve technical problems.
- Utilize with a high degree of knowledge and skill equipment, instruments, software, and technical reference materials currently used in industry.
- Communicate effectively using developed writing, speaking and graphics skills.
- Assimilate and practice the concepts and principles of working in a team environment.
- Obtain employment within the discipline or matriculate to a four-year program in engineering or industrial technology.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
| PLO 1. |
Apply the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of the concentration of study to specifically defined engineering technology activities. |
| PLO 2. |
Demonstrate the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering and technology by applying it to engineering technology problems using developed practical knowledge. |
| PLO 3. |
Conduct and report the results of standard tests and measurements, and conduct, analyze, and interpret experiment or project results. |
| PLO 4. |
Function effectively as a member of a technical team. |
| PLO 5. |
Identify, analyze and solve specifically defined engineering technology-based problems |
| PLO 6. |
Employ written, oral and visual communication in a technical environment. |
Transfer Options
- Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology
- Bachelor of Technology Applied Technical Leadership
- Reach University
- BA Liberal Studies (Concentration in Education Science)
Program Description
This degree plan is highly applied in nature. Students who complete this degree will have options to transfer to Southern Arkansas University’s BS in Engineering Technology and serve as pre-engineering with potential of transferring to engineering programs at four-year colleges. Graduates of this program can also go directly to work for industry as an engineering assistant or in quality control.
General Information
- Developmental coursework may be required in addition to the courses required for this degree and/or certificate(s).
- A [P] indicates that a prerequisite is required before the course can be taken. Refer to the prerequisites table listed below the degree plan or the course description in the College Catalog to determine the prerequisite.
General Requirements
- This degree requires successful completion of 60 credit hours.
- All degree-seeking students are required to take Student Success.
- A minimum 2.00 cumulative grade point average is required for graduation.
Residency Requirement
The student is required to complete a minimum of 15 semester hours in residence at SAU Tech for associate degrees and technical certificates and half of the credit hours required for certificates of proficiency as well as complete all other graduation requirements. Students who wish to pursue additional degrees must complete a minimum of 15 credit hours of difference between the degrees.
ACTS Course Numbers
The Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS) contains information about the transferability of courses within Arkansas public colleges and universities. Students are guaranteed the transfer of applicable credits and equitable treatment in the application of credits for admissions and degree requirements.
Degree Plan
Semester I (17 hours)
Semester II (12 hours)
Semester III (15 hours)
Select three (3) hourrs from these courses:
Semester IV (16 hours)
Total Credit Hours: 60