Associate in Applied Science
The Associate in Applied Science degree is designed to prepare you to enter the workforce with specific occupational skills. In addition to Associate degrees, SMC offers certificate programs. Numerous certificate programs are offered in career areas and are designed to develop or enhance employment skills.
Students receiving the AAS degree must complete the curriculum as specified by the responsible school or division. Follow the link on this page to Occupational Programs Curriculum Guides for complete details on each program’s requirements. All students obtaining a degree at Southwestern Michigan College must meet the core requirements listed below.
Associate in Applied Science
| Core Degree Requirements (14-18 credits) | |
|---|---|
| A minimum grade of C is required in the following courses. | |
| ENGL 103 | 3 credits |
| ENGL 104 or ENGL 105 | 3 credits |
| MATH (101 or above) | 3-4 credits |
| SPEE 102 or 104 | 3 credits |
| WELLNESS (PHED 102, INTE 149 or HEED 163) | 2 credits |
| Demonstration of Computer Competency, ISYS 110 or program specified course. | |
In most cases the AAS curricula will have courses specified primarily for workforce preparation rather than for transfer. Some AAS curricula will still be designed to meet transfer requirements. This is especially the case where we have specified articulation agreements.
Note: At most, 32 credits of directed work experience and/or skills transfer may apply to this degree.
Total Required Credits = 62 - 68*
*Selected curricula may have additional credits as mandated by approving or accrediting agency.