The computer science degree prepares you for a career in software and web development, as a systems analyst, software engineer, or computer programmer.
DEGREE TYPE
Bachelor's Degree
PROGRAM TYPE
Undergraduate
LOCATION
Main Campus - Cape
Associate of Applied Science in Applied Technology
AAS
On-Campus
Main Campus
DEGREE TYPE
Associate Degree
PROGRAM TYPE
Undergraduate
LOCATION
DEPARTMENT
Practical science, powerful results. Prepare for a career in information technology or computer technology.
The applied technology program is an Associate of Applied Science (AAS). Traditionally, AAS degrees are technical with some general education requirements. If your interest is in computer networks and telecommunication systems, computer numerical control, automated machine operations, computer animation and graphics, or multimedia, computer technology might be for you. Upon completion, the degree can transition into a bachelor's degree.
Where Bold Ideas Take Shape
Wondering what an applied technology degree is? You’ll become career-ready when you complete your Associate of Applied Science in Applied Technology.
- Learn from incredible faculty with industry experience in the state-of-the-art Otto and Della Seabaugh Polytechnic building.
- Gain practical skills and knowledge through the computer technology curriculum.
- Get real-world experience using our up-to-date software and through lab classes where you’ll use industrial equipment.
What Can You Do with an Associate of Applied Technology Degree?
Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, sell your knowledge and experience—and if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. They’ll provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.
Associate of Applied Science to Bachelor of Science Options
By working with an advisor, you can easily transition your AAS Applied Technology program into one of the following Bachelor of Science degree programs:
- Technology Management: Computer Network Systems Administration
- Technology Management: Construction Management and Design
- Technology Management: Industrial and Safety Management
- Engineering Technology: Electrical and Automation Systems
- Engineering Technology: Mechanical and Manufacturing Systems
- Industrial and Systems Engineering
- Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Career Opportunities for Graduates
Production Specialist Quality Assurance Sales and Estimating Production Technician Line Supervisor Network Technician Draftsman
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Applied Technology (AAS) Degree Map
Explore the courses you'll need to complete your degree.
Outcomes & Careers
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$79k
Network Specialist
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a computer network support specialist is $79,610.
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$101k
Network System Administrator
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a network and computer system administrator is $101,190.
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$51k
Telecommunicator
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a public safety telecommunicator is $51,730.
Turn Ambition Into Action
In the applied technology degree, you’ll gain career-ready practical experience in a technology-based curriculum that can easily transition to a Bachelor of Science after completion of your AAS.
60-63 hour program
- EN100 English Composition I (3)
- IM300 Technical Communications (3)
- IM301 Industrial Safety Supervision (3)
- IM311 Statistical Process Control (3)
- MN220 Engineering Economic Analysis (3)
Choose 3 hours:
- PS103 U.S. Political Systems (3)
- US105 American History I (3)
Choose 3 hours:
- SC105 Fundamentals of Oral Communications (3)
- SC107 Online Oral Presentations (3)
Choose 3-5 hours:
- MA115 Precalculus A with Integrated Review (5)
- MA116 Precalculus A (3)
Choose 3 hours:
- CM260 Computer Methods of Const Managers (3)
- CS101 Computer Science (3)
- MN260 Technical Computer Programming (3)
Physical Science- Choose 8-10 hours of the following: **
- CH180 Chemistry in Our World (3)
- CH181 Basic Principles of Chemistry (3)
- CH184 General Chemistry I Lab (1)
- GO110 Physical Geology (3)
- PH106 Physical Concepts (3)
- PH107 Physical Concepts Lab (1)
- PH120 Introductory Physics I (5)
- PH121 Introductory Physics II (5)
- PH230 General Physics I (5)
- PH231 General Physics II (5)
CHOOSE ONE TRACK – 23-24 Hours
CUSTOMIZED:
- Technical Elective Courses as Approved by the Advisor and Department (24)
AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL:
- AV101 Introduction to Air Traffic Control (3)
- AV102 Terminal and En-Route Procedures (3)
- AV103 Air Traffic Control Regulations (3)
- AV104 Basic Air Traffic Control Procedures (3)
- AV201 Instrument Flight Rules Procedures for Air Traffic Control (3)
- AV305 Tower Lab (3)
- AV307 En-Route Radar (3)
- AV308 Traffic Control (TRACON) Radar (3)
CONSTRUCTION:
- CM126 Computer-Aided Architectural Drafting (3)
- CM143 Construction Methods and Materials I (3)
- CM226 Residential Architectural Drafting and Design (3)
- CM243 Construction Methods and Materials II (3)
- CM260 Computer Methods of Construction Managers (3)
- CM310 Construction Building Codes (3)
- CM320 Construction Cost Estimating (3)
- CM330 Construction Planning and Scheduling (3)
ELECTRICAL CONTROLS:
- ET160 Basic Electrical Circuits (3)
- ET164 AC Principles and Circuits (3)
- ET245 Logic Circuits (3)
- ET304 Programmable Logic Controllers (3)
- MA117 Precalculus B (3)
- MA140 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (5)
- TN255 Microcomputer Maintenance (3)
INDUSTRIAL SUPERVISION:
- IM309 Science, Technology, and Society (3)
- IM313 Facilities Planning (3)
- IM411 Total Quality Assurance (3)
- IM417 Manufacturing Resource Analysis (3)
- IM419 Industrial Supervision (3)
- MN120 Fundamentals of Engineering Design Processes (3)
- MN170 Industrial Materials and Testing (3)
- MN203 Industrial Materials and Process I (3)
MACHINING and MANUFACTURING:
- ET160 Basic Electrical Circuits (3)
- MA117 Precalculus B (3)
- MA140 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (5)
- MN120 Fundamentals of Engineering Design Processes (3)
- MN170 Industrial Materials and Testing (3)
- MN203 Industrial Materials and Processes I (3)
- MN221 Solid Modeling and Rapid Prototyping (3)
NETWORKING:
- ET160 Basic Electrical Circuits (3)
- ET245 Logic Circuits (3)
- TN255 Microcomputer Maintenance and Troubleshooting (3)
- TN275 Introduction to Networks (3)
- TN295 Firewall Management (3)
- TN375 Routing and Switching Essentials (3)
- TN395 Virtual Infrastructure Management (3)
- TN435 Network Security (3)
UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
- ET160 Basic Electrical Circuits (3)
- ET245 Digital Systems (3)
- ET380 Vision and Sensor Systems (3)
- ET381 Fundamentals of Aviation in UAS (3)
- ET382 UAS Fundamentals (3)
- ET385 UAS Mission Planning (3)
- MN120 Fundamentals of Engineering Design Processes (3)
- TN255 Microcomputer Maintenance and Troubleshooting (3)
First Year
Fall Semester (14-16 hours)
- EN100 (3)
- MA115/116 (3-5)
- Physical Science Lab (5)
- Track Course 1 (3)
Spring Semester (15-17 hours)
- CM260/CS101/MN260 (3)
- IM301 (3)
- Physical Science (3-5)
- Track Course 2 (3)
- Track Course 3 (3)
Second Year
Fall Semester (15 hours)
- IM311 (3)
- MN220 (3)
- Track Course 4 (3)
- Track Course 5 (3)
- Track Course 6 (3)
Spring Semester (15 hours)
- IM300 (3)
- PS103 (3)
- SC105/SC107 (3)
- Track Course 7 (3)
- Track Course 8 (3)
Refer to the Undergraduate Bulletin or Degree Works for additional graduation requirements (i.e., minimum GPA and course work) for your program of study.
*Many major courses are on a set rotation and dependent on when prerequisites are completed. The actual semester a course is taken may vary based on the rotation.
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