Associate Degree

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College of Technology - Applied Science Division

Associate Degrees

Note 1: The name of the major is also a link to a current requirement sheet for that program. The requirement sheets require Adobe Acrobat Reader to view. This program is available as a free download from the Adobe website.

Note 2: All, or most, of the credits earned in the following associate degrees can be applied toward the requirements of the Bachelor of Science in Technology 2+2 or Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology 2+2 degree programs.

Note 3: Associate degrees are offered through Kent State University's Regional Campuses. For specific availability of programs, check for a Campus near you. Also, the Computer Design & Animation and Manufacturing Engineering Technology associate degrees are offered at the Kent Campus via the Regional Campuses. For additional information, contact the Student Services office in Van Deusen Hall, Kent Campus.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS):

Computer Design & Animation Engineering Technology provides students with coursework in design, animation, and virtual reality. Computer-aided design (CAD) is used heavily throughout the program for computer modeling and multimedia development. This program is administered through the Tuscarawas campus, with courses offered at that campus and the Kent campus. Additional information is available on the Tuscarawas campus web site.

Electrical / Electronic Engineering Technology provides students with a core of engineering-related courses and a focus on digital and electronic systems, robotics, microsystems, and the design / development of electrical and electronic circuits. There are two options: Computer and General.

Engineering of Information Technology provides students with a core of engineering-related courses and a focus on digital / electronic systems, robotics, microsystems, fiber optics, network engineering, and electronic communications.

Environmental Technology provides students with a working knowledge of the source, nature, and scope of conditions that are or could be hazardous to the environment. Included are such problems as toxic waste, occupational safety, pollution, and industrial hygiene.

High Technology Manufacturing provides students with a range of technical knowledge and skills associated with photonic, semiconductor, and microchip fabrication processes. There are three options available: Semiconductor, Photonics, and General.

Laboratory Technology provides students with a range of technical knowledge and skills in the areas of laboratory safety, quality control / assurance, testing, instrumentation, and hazardous waste operations. There are two options: Environmental Laboratory and Industrial Laboratory.

Manufacturing Engineering Technology provides students with knowledge and skills in the areas of computer-aided design (CAD), numerical controlled machining, and electrical controls. There are two options: Automated Machining and Industrial Automation.

Mechanical Engineering (Integrated Manufacturing) Technology provides students with knowledge and skills in the manufacturing areas related to computer-controlled equipment. There are four concentrations available: General, Polymer, Radiation Polymer, and Systems.

Plastics Manufacturing Engineering Technology provides students with knowledge and skills in the areas of computer-controlled equipment and manufacturing processes specific to the plastics industry.

Systems / Industrial Engineering Technology provides students with knowledge and skills in the areas of analysis and measurement in a variety of industries.

Associate of Technical Study (ATS):
Category A - Individualized provides students with the flexibility to develop an individualized technology-based program based upon specific needs and interests. Program content must be approved by a technology faculty advisor prior to completing 32 hours of credits toward the degree. Please see an academic advisor for details.
Industrial Trades Technology provides students who have already completed four years of approved apprenticeship / journeyman training in industry with the ability to apply that experience as 30 credit hours toward an associate degree. Approved training will be considered from those organizations working in cooperation with the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training in the U.S. Department of Labor.

For the requirement sheets, please go:
Regional Campuses Associate Degree