AppliedTechnology
Already have career and technical education credits? Transfer up to 45 CTE credits toward an Associate of Applied Science degree — and finish in as little as two semesters.
About This Program
Your Technical Training, Completed into a Degree
The Applied Technology degree is part of a statewide consortium of community colleges and Area Vocational Technical Schools. A statewide articulation agreement allows ATC (AVS) graduates to transfer up to 45 college Career and Technical Education (CTE) credits toward the completion of an AAS degree at Trinidad State College.
The remaining 15–18 credit hours are general education courses taken here at TSC. The degree reflects your experience — whether your background is in construction, cosmetology, business, graphic arts, or another technical field, your AAS is shaped by your individual college journey.
Classes are available on campus and online, with live instructor interaction delivered via WebEx or Zoom. Students at multiple locations — including correctional facilities across Colorado — participate live with instructors and classmates.
Program at a Glance
- Degree Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
- Credits Required 60 total (up to 45 transferred)
- General Ed Courses 15–18 credit hours at TSC
- Delivery On campus or online (live)
- Campus Trinidad & Valley
- Consortium Statewide ATC articulation
Transfer Your CTE Credits
Bring up to 45 college-level credits from an Area Technical College — they apply directly toward your AAS.
Finish in Two Semesters
With most credits already earned, many students complete their degree in a single academic year.
A Degree That Fits You
Your AAS reflects your specific training — business, construction, cosmetology, design, and more — amplifying what you already know.
Live Online Options
Attend classes live via WebEx or Zoom from any location, with real-time interaction with your instructor and classmates.
Your Path to Graduation
How the Program Works
The Applied Technology AAS is built around recognizing the work you have already done. Here is how you go from your technical training to a TSC degree.
AAS in Applied Technology — Degree Pathway
Complete your technical training at an Area Vocational Technical School or Area Technical College affiliated with the statewide consortium. Then transfer those credits to TSC and finish your general education requirements here — on campus or online.
Complete ATC Training
Finish your program at a partner Area Technical College, earning up to 45 college CTE credits.
Transfer Credits
Apply to TSC. Your ATC credits are evaluated and accepted toward the AAS degree.
Complete Gen Ed (15–18 hrs)
Take 5 general education courses at TSC — on campus or online with live instruction.
Earn Your AAS
Graduate with an Associate of Applied Science degree that showcases your technical specialization.
Program Cost
Where You Can Study
This program is offered at the following TSC campus locations.
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Technology
Semester planning for this degree will vary. Students are encouraged to work closely with a Trinidad State advisor to plan their degree path. Graduation requirements include a minimum of 60 credit hours; a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher; 15 credit hours of general education coursework; 45 credit hours of additional requirements; and a minimum of 15 graded credit hours earned at Trinidad State College.
English
Written Communications (3 credits) Select one English course.
- ENG 1021 – English Composition I: GT-CO1
- ENG 1022 – English Composition II: GT-CO2
- ENG 1020 – Technical Writing I: GT-CO1
- ENG 2021 – Creative Writing I: GT-AHI
Communications
Communications (3 credits) Select one Communications course.
- COM 1150 – Public Speaking
- COM 1250 – Interpersonal Communication: GT-SS3
- COM 2020 – Intercultural Communication: GT-SS3
Mathematics
Mathematics (3 credits) Select from any GT Pathways Mathematics course (GT-MA1) or from the courses listed below in this section:
- MAT 1140 – Career Math
- MAT 1240 – Math for Liberal Arts
Arts & Humanities / Science / Social Behavioral Science
Arts and Humanities/Science/So-Behavioral Science (6 credits) Select from any GT Pathways Arts and Humanities course, GT Science, or GT Social Behavioral Science:
- Arts and Humanities GT Pathways Course
- Science GT Pathways Course
- Social Behavioral GT Pathways Course
Career & Technical / Arts & Sciences
Select from any of the following Career & Technical courses or Arts & Sciences Courses (45 credits)
- CTE or A & S Electives
Where You'll Go
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Contact Us
Have questions about this program? Reach out to a faculty or staff member.
- TitleDean of Instruction
- DepartmentBUS, CIS, ECE
- LocationAlamosa, Colorado • 112 Main
- Emailemily.hammer@trinidadstate.edu
- TitleDean of Instruction
- DepartmentNursing
- LocationTrinidad, Colorado • 118 Davis
- EmailLoriRae.Hamilton@trinidadstate.edu
- TitleRegistrar
- DepartmentAcademic Affairs
- LocationTrinidad, Colorado • 108 Berg
- EmailChristy.Holden@trinidadstate.edu
- TitleDean of Instruction
- DepartmentBUS, CIS, Prison Education
- LocationTrinidad, Colorado • 210 Berg
- EmailLiAnn.Richardson@trinidadstate.edu