Technical Studies in Applied Technology Certificate

The Technical Studies in Applied Technology Certificate Program is designed as a non-transfer program for students completing an occupational specialization at the career/vocational centers. It is designed to provide students with the general education knowledge and technical competencies necessary for employment in a variety of trade skills occupations.

Program Requirements: All students in the degree must complete a series of courses in two components: Component I, General Education and Component II, Specialization.

Component I - General Education Core: (Minimum of 11 hours)
 

	EN 101 English Composition I	3 semester hours
	CS 116 Word Processing Concepts	2 semester hours
	CS 118 Spread Sheet Concepts	2 semester hours
	SP 103 Speech Fundamentals	3 semester hours
	OR 105 Orientation to Technical Programs	1 semester hour

Component II -  Technical Core: (Choose a Minimum of 6 hours from the following)

	MG 260 Principles of Management	3 semester hours
	MG 262 Small Business Management	3 semester hours
	MG 261 Human Resource Management	3 semester hours
	MN 136 Mine Management and Labor Relations	3 semester hours
	MN 150 Mine Foreman Certification I	6 semester hours

Component III -  Specialization (Minimum of 14 hours)

Students must complete one occupational specialization. Each area of specialization is offered in cooperation with various third party providers and may not be available on campus.
 

*Occupational Specializations:

*Tech Prep Vocational Specialization (16 hours)

Students may complete the following occupational specialization as offered on a Southern campus:
 

Fiber Optics and Communications - Orbit
 

	TS 160 Basic Telphony/Electricity	3 semester hours
	TS 161 Electronic Telephone Systems Basic Installation	3 semester hours
	TS 162 Electronic Key System Installation, Programming and Troubleshooting	3 semester hours
	TS 163 Security Alarm Systems Basic Installations	3 semester hours
	TS 164 Security Alarm Systems Installation, Programming, and Troubleshooting	3 semester hours
	TS 165 Fiber Optic Overview, Safety and Connectorization	3 semester hours
	TS 166 Fiber Optic Theory and Splicing	3 semester hours
	TS 167 Introduction to Enhanced Data Cabling Installation and Testing	3 semester hours
	TS 168 Fiber Optic Testing and Troubleshooting	3 semester hours
	TS 169 Introduction to Closed Circuit Television	3 semester hours
	TS 170 Digital Key Telephone Systems Installation	3 semester hours
	TS 171 Introduction to Integrated Voice Mail Installation, Programming, and Troubleshooting	3 semester hours

Mining Technology Specialization (14 hours)

	DR 105 Blueprint Reading	3 semester hours
	DR 203 Electrical Schematics	3 semester hours
	DR 204 Computer Aided Design & Drafting I	3 semester hours
	DR 206 CADD II	3 semester hours
	EG 107 Introduction to Circuits	4 semester hours
	EG 171 Circuit Analysis I	4 semester hours
	EG 172 Circuit Analysis II	4 semester hours
	EG 296 Program Logic Control	4 semester hours
	EG 290 Digital Electronics	4 semester hours
	WL 104 Arc Welding	3 semester hours
	SU 100 Elementary Plane Surveying
	Any Mine Course

Truck Driving Specialization
 

TS 140 Truck Driving

14 semester hours

Well Tenders
 

	TS 120 Well Tenders I	6 semester hours
	Restrictive Electives	8 semester hours

All Other Specializations:
Each area of specialization is offered in cooperation with the area career/vocational centers. Not all programs may be available in all areas. Students should consult with their local center for availability. Students must complete a one or two-year program of study and receive the certificate of completion. Students must submit a Tech-Prep Course Competency Transfer Form.

*Students completing a one year program will be eligible to articulate 14 hours of block credit and may use technical electives to fulfill program requirements.

*Students completing a two-year program will be eligible to articulate 28 hours of block credit.

Power Plant Technology ( 14 hours )
This program is offered online through West Virginia State. It has an additional application and fees that must be completed prior to registration. Applications must be submitted to the Division of Technology and Engineering.

Choose a minimum of 14 hours from:

 

	PP 101 Power Plant Fundamentals	3 semester hours
	PP 102 Power Plant Water Systems	3 semester hours
	PP 105 Basic DC Circuits*	3 semester hours
	PP 106 Basic AC Circuits*	3 semester hours
	PP 107 Electric Controls	3 semester hours
	PP 150 Power Plant Internship	3 semester hours
	PP 201 Gas Turbines/Integrated Cycles	3 semester hours

*EG 171 and 172 may be substituted fro PP 105 and PP 106.

Last Update - 05/23/2007