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18 credit hours or a Certificate of Specialization from applicable program areas, including: Computer Science, IT, Web Design & Development, Graphic Design, Business Technology, Manufacturing Technologies, GIS or Welding.
EElective Course Requirements (12 credits)
12 credit hours of course work from applicable program areas, including: Computer Science, IT, Web Design & Development, Graphic Design, Business Technology, Manufacturing Technologies, GIS or Welding.
Total Required Hours: 61 credits
* If planning to utilize as transfer credits to another institution, contact advising or the General
Technology Program coordinator for more specific requirements.
What Is General Technology A.A.S.
This associate degree program provides a broad scope of technical skills applicable to technician employment in appropriate industry or service companies. A core foundation including computer hardware/software applications, math, science, CAD and electronics is combined with specialized study areas relative to student/employer interest.
Occupational Outlook
Employment of general technology graduates is projected to grow 6-25 percent from 2012 to 2022.
Salary Outlook
In the state of Missouri, employees working in the technology field earn on average $74,960 per year, depending on education, experience and employer. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Employees working in the technology field earn an average of $74,960 per year.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, earnings increase significantly as a worker’s degree of education rises.
General Technology Careers
SCC graduates with an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in general technology are employed in a broad range of careers including, but not limited to: mathematical technician, IT administrator, computer customer support specialist, database administrator, manufacturing technician and webmaster.
