The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is a state approved associate degree that is intended to prepare graduates for direct entry into the workforce. The AAS degree may also help to prepare students for career advancements, occupational licensures, or further study at a four-year college or university.
Related Instruction Requirements
Listed below are the Related Instruction learning outcomes and requirements for the AAS degree. Where options exist, see a department advisor for assistance. All courses must be passed with a grade of "C" or better. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better.
Computation (3 Credits)
As a result of successfully completing the Related Instruction requirement in Computation a student will be able to:
- Perform basic mathematical calculations to obtain exact answers and determine whether the solution is reasonable.
- Use mathematical principles and concepts to model and solve problems applicable to the discipline.
- Interpret and analyze information relevant to the discipline such as graphs, charts, tables, and mathematical symbols.
- Communicate mathematical concepts, processes, and results within context or in writing.
A minimum of 3 credits of computation is required. Some programs may have a specific computation requirement. Refer to program curriculum for the specific required class. If none is listed, take one mathematics course, MTH 060 or higher.
Communication (3 Credits)
As a result of successfully completing the Related Instruction requirement in Communication a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate ability to keep accurate records, prepare reports, and/or complete documentation forms.
- Organize and deliver discipline related presentations.
Some programs may have a specific communication requirement not listed below. Refer to program curriculum for details or
Select one course from the following:
Human Relations (3 Credits)
As a result of successfully completing the Related Instruction requirement in Human Relations a student will be able to:
- Identify and analyze complex practices, values, and beliefs and the culturally and historically defined meanings of difference.
When choosing a course in Human Relations, students should check specific requirements of the program. If a program does not offer a specific requirement, refer to the list of courses below.
| ANTH 103 | Intro to Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| ANTH 210 | Comparative Cultures | 3 |
| ANTH 230 | Time Travelers | 3 |
| ANTH 232 | Native North Americans | 3 |
| ART 102 | Understanding Art | 3 |
| ART 204 | History of Western Art | 3 |
| ART 205 | History Of Western Art | 3 |
| ART 206 | History of Western Art | 3 |
| ART 207 | Indigenous Art of The Americas | 3 |
| EC 220 | Contemporary U.S. Economic Issues: Discrimination | 3 |
| ENG 207 | Non-Western World Lit: Asia | 3 |
| ENG 208 | Non-Western World Lit: Africa | 3 |
| ENG 209 | Non-Western World Lit:Americas | 3 |
| ENG 215 | Latino/A Literature | 3 |
| ENG 220 | Literature of American Minorities | 3 |
| ENG 257 | African American Literature | 3 |
| GEOG 202 | Wrld Reg Geo: Latin Amer/Carib | 3 |
| GEOG 203 | World Reg Geography: Asia | 3 |
| GEOG 204 | Wrld Reg Geo: Africa/Mid East | 3 |
| HDFS 201 | Contemporary Families in The U.S. | 3 |
| HST 101 | History of Western Civ | 3 |
| HST 157 | Hist of Middle East & Africa | 3 |
| HST 158 | History of Latin America | 3 |
| HST 159 | History of Asia | 3 |
| HST 201 | U.S. History: Colonial & Rev | 3 |
| HST 202 | U.S. History: Civil War & Recon | 3 |
| HST 203 | U.S. History: Rise To World Power | 3 |
| HUM 101 | Humanities:Prehistory-Mid Ages | 3 |
| HUM 102 | Humanities:Renaissance-Enlight | 3 |
| HUM 103 | Hum:Romantic Era-Cont Society | 3 |
| MUS 105 | Introduction to Rock Music | 3 |
| MUS 108 | Music Cultures of the World | 3 |
| MUS 161 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| PHL 201 | Intro To Philosophy | 3 |
| PHL 202 | Elementary Ethics | 3 |
| PS 205 | Intro International Relations | 3 |
| PSY 215 | Intro Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| R 102 | Religions of Western World | 3 |
| R 103 | Religions of Eastern World | 3 |
| R 202 | Intro to Religious Studies | 3 |
| SOC 204 | Introduction To Sociology | 3 |
| SOC 205 | Institutions And Social Change | 3 |
| SOC 206 | Social Problems And Issues | 3 |
| SOC 222 | Marriage Relationships | 3 |
| SPN 201 | Second Year Spanish I | 4 |
| SPN 202 | Second Year Spanish II | 4 |
| SPN 203 | Second Year Spanish III | 4 |
| SPN 214 | Spanish for Heritage Speakers I | 4 |
| SPN 215 | Spanish for Heritage Speakers II | 4 |
| SPN 216 | Spanish For Heritage Speakers III | 4 |
| TA 121 | Oral Interpretation of Literature | 3 |
| WS 280 | Global Women | 3 |