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The Thompson School’s Associate Degree in Applied Science (AAS degree) programs provide men and women a solid foundation of knowledge and practical experience in an exceptional learning environment emphasizing pathways for career entry upon graduation. The following programs are offered in the Thompson School:
Applied Animal Science |
Food Services Management |
Applied Business Management |
Forest Technology |
Civil Technology |
Horticultural Technology |
Community Leadership |
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Program requirements for all Thompson School students include the following: 3 to 4 credits in mathematics; two courses in communications (one must be COM 209 or equivalent); one course in computer literacy; and two courses in social science. To complete the AAS degree requirement of 64 credit hours in four semesters, students follow pre-established class schedules for their respective program areas.
Thompson School General Education courses are built into the programs listed here for first-year students. Students should review the Thompson School section of the current Undergraduate Catalog for more information.
Please Note: The Thompson School will be holding three Orientation sessions: June 5-6, June 13, and June 19-20.
APPLIED ANIMAL SCIENCE( AAS)
Dairy Management
AAS 228 Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals: 4 credits
AAS 231 Introduction to Animal Science: 4 credits
AAS 244 Introduction to Dairy Management: 4 credits
AAS 278 AAS Computer Applications: 1 credit
COM 209 Expository Writing and Reading: 4 credits
Equine Management
AAS 228 Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals: 4 credits
AAS 231 Introduction to Animal Science: 4 credits
AAS 237 Equine Management Techniques: 4 credits
AAS 278 AAS Computer Applications: 1 credit
COM 209 Expository Writing and Reading: 4 credits
Small Animal Care
AAS 228 Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals: 4 credits
AAS 230 Small Animal Breeds and Behavior: 4 credits
AAS 231 Introduction to Animal Science: 4 credits
AAS 278 AAS Computer Applications: 1 credit
COM 209 Expository Writing and Reading: 4 credits
APPLIED BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ( ABM)
ABM 204 Principles of Management: 4 credits
ABM 205 Applied Financial Accounting: 4 credits
COM 209 Expository Writing and Reading: 4 credits
MTH 202 Math II: 3 credits
CIVIL TEHNOLOGY (CT) (all three specializations)
AM 280 Computer Literacy/Internet Applications: 4 credits
CT 220 Professional Practice: 1 credit
CT 222 CAD Level I: 4 credits
CT 223 Introduction to Surveying and Mapping: 4 credits
CT 224 Surveying and Mapping Applications: 2 credits
MTH 203 Algebra and Trigonometry: 3 credits
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP (CSL) (formerly Community Service and Leadership)
COM 209 Expository Writing and Reading: 4 credits
SSCI 201 Human Relations: 4 credits
CSL 200 Technology for Community Service and Leadership: 2 credits
CSL 201 Introduction to Community Service and Leadership: 4 credits
MATH 20X Mathematics course: 3 credits (to be determined by assessment)
FOOD SERVICES MANAGEMENT ( FSM)
Culinary Arts
FSM 201 Food Preparation Fundamentals: 3 credits
FSM 203 Introduction to Restaurant Management: 3 credits
FSM 207 Hospitality ; Sanitation and Safety: 1 credit
FSM 219 Hospitality Purchasing: 1 credit
FSM 242 Culinary Skill Development in Quantity Food Production: 5 credits
MATH 20X Mathematics course: 3 credits (to be determined by assessment)
Dietetic Technician
FSM 201 Food Preparation Fundamentals: 3 credits
FSM 205 Hospitality Computer Applications: 3 credits
FSM 207 Hospitality ; Sanitation and Safety: 1 credit
FSM 219 Hospitality Purchasing: 1 credit
FSM 228/ FSM 229 Applied Nutrition for Dietetic Technicians: 4 credits
MATH 20X Mathematics course: 3 credits (to be determined by assessment)
Restaurant Management
FSM 201 Food Preparation Fundamentals: 3 credits
FSM 203 Introduction to Restaurant Management: 3 credits
FSM 205 Hospitality Computer Applications: 3 credits
FSM 228 Applied Nutrition: 3 credits
Com 210 Public Speaking: 2 credits
FOREST TECHNOLOGY (FT)
Forest Technician
FORT 261 Dendrology: 3 credits
FORT 263 Forest Ecology: 3 credits
FORT 265 Forest Orientation Seminar: 1 credit
FORT 283 Forestry Computer Applications: 1 credit
Com 209 Expository Writing and Reading: 4 credits
MTH 203 Algebra and Trigonometry: 3 credits
HORTICULTURE TECHNOLOGY (HT)
Ornamental Horticulture
HT 201 Freshman Seminar: 1 credit
HT 205 Plants, People and Place: 2 credits
HT 207 Plant Structure and Function: 4 credits
HT 215 Soils and Land Use: (Half-term I): 2 credits
HT 219 Computers in Horticulture: 1 credits
HT 227A Horticultural Facilities Management: 2 credits
COM 209 Expository Writing and Reading: 4 credits
Landscape Operations
HT 201 Freshman Seminar: 1 credit
HT 205 Plants, People and Place: 2 credits
HT 207 Plant Structure and Function: 4 credits
HT 215 Soils and Land Use (Half-term I): 2 credits
HT 219 Computers in Horticulture: 1 credits
COM 209 Expository Writing and Reading: 4 credits
SSCT 203 Environmental Issues and Society: 2 credits
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