General Technology prepares students for unique positions in the workplace for which specific degree programs do not currently exist. The purpose of the degree is to meet customized, industry-specific needs and/or unique academic and career goals. The program consists of a common core of General Education and major courses selected from the Major Technology Core of two existing A.A.S. degree programs.
Area of Interest: School of Social Sciences, Education and Human Services
Program Location: Online
Outcome: Associates of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
This option is designed to equip educators in technical colleges across Tennessee with the necessary training and credentials to teach professional-technical programs at the post-secondary level. Not only does it meet the educational needs of personnel in Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology, but is also designed to provide the foundational degree for individuals interested in pursuing additional degrees in leadership roles. Students will learn how to impart practical skills and professional knowledge across various fields. They will engage with modern teaching methods and techniques while enhancing their own technical competencies. The degree is a unique blend of academic excellence and practical relevance aimed at equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in higher education careers.
General Education Core
COLL 1000 - First Year Seminar Credit(s): 1
ENGL 1010 - English Composition I Credit(s): 3
GE1 - General Education Elective Credit(s): 3-5
HUM/FA1 - Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Credit(s): 3
MATH/NS1 - Mathematics/Natural Sciences Elective Credit(s): 3-5
SBS1 - Social/Behavioral Sciences Credit(s): 3
Major Technology Core
EDLS 1000 - History of Higher Education Credit(s): 3
EDLS 1010 - Introduction to Higher Education Credit(s): 3
EDLS 1020 - Higher Education Accreditation & Compliance Credit(s): 3
EDLS 1030 - Legal Issues & Ethics in Higher Education Credit(s): 3
EDLS 2000 - Classroom Management for CTE Credit(s): 3
EDLS 2010 - Instructional Planning & Strategies Credit(s): 3
Technology Courses
BUSN 2330 - Principles of Management Credit(s): 3
ECON 2100 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit(s): 3
EDLS 2020 - Technology in Higher Education Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2950 - Business & Technical Writing Credit(s): 3
HUM 2100 - Leadership Development Credit(s): 3
INFS 1010 - Computer Applications Credit(s): 3
Technology Elective Courses - Credit(s): 9
| Dean of Social Sciences, Education, and Human Services | Department Head of Education and Human Services |
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Jonathan Fowler, Ph.D. |
Holly Zitka |