Administrative Support Technology Degree
Award
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Length
Four-Semester (Two-Year) Program
Purpose
With the emergence of the electronic office and the demand for administrative support services such as word processors and microcomputer operators, correspondence secretaries and administrative secretaries, the career opportunities for well-trained individuals in office operations are increasing. The Administrative Support Technology curriculum offers not only basic skills training, but also advanced training complementary to the information systems demands of the electronic office. This program includes training in management, word processing, microcomputer usage and human relations.
Occupational Objectives
Administrative Services Manager
Executive Secretary and Administrative Assistant
First-Line Supervisor, Administrative Support
First-Line Supervisor, Customer Service
Office and Administrative Support Worker
Office Clerk
Receptionist and Information Clerk
Secretary/Administrative Professional
Word Processor and Typist
Admission Requirements
In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into the Associate in Applied Science degree program in Administrative Support Technology requires English prerequisites as described in the college catalog. Additionally, students should have command of the fundamental processes of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.
Program Requirements
The two-year Administrative Support Technology program combines instruction in the many subject areas required for competence as a multifunction secretary in business, government, industry, law offices, medical offices, and other organizations. Approximately one-half of the curriculum will include courses in Administrative Support Technology with the remaining courses in related subjects, general education, and elective credits. Students are advised to consult with their faculty advisor to plan their program and to select electives. Upon satisfactory completion of the four-semester curriculum, students will be awarded an Associate in Applied Science degree in Administrative Support Technology.
Students who plan to transfer to a four-year college after completing A.A.S. degree requirements should inform their academic advisors at the beginning of studies to determine the appropriate courses to meet transfer requirements.
FIRST SEMESTER (Fall)
AST |
101 |
Keyboarding I |
3 |
AST |
107 |
Editing/Proofreading Skills |
3 |
ENG |
111 |
College Composition I |
3 |
MTH |
120 |
Introduction to Mathematics |
3 |
SDV |
106 |
Preparation for Employment |
1 |
_____ |
_____ |
Health or Physical Education |
1 |
_____ |
_____ |
Social Science Elective 1 |
3 |
17 |
SECOND SEMESTER (Spring)
ACC |
211 |
Principles of Accounting I |
4 |
AST |
102 |
Keyboarding II |
3 |
AST |
141 |
Word Processing I (Word) |
3 |
ENG |
116 |
Writing for Business |
3 |
_____ |
_____ |
Social Science Elective 1 |
3 |
_____ |
_____ |
Health or Physical Education |
1 |
17 |
THIRD SEMESTER (Fall)
AST |
142 |
Word Processing II (Word) |
3 |
AST |
201 |
Keyboarding III |
3 |
AST |
243 |
Office Administration I |
3 |
BUS |
226 |
Computer Business Applications |
3 |
SPD |
137 |
Oral Interpretation |
3 |
_____ |
_____ |
AST/BUS/LGL Elective |
3 |
18 |
FOURTH SEMESTER (Spring)
AST |
232 |
Microcomputer Office Applications |
3 |
AST |
240 |
Machine Transcription |
3 |
AST |
244 |
Office Administration II (or AST 297) |
3 |
AST |
257 |
WP Desktop Publishing |
3 |
BUS |
200 |
Principles of Management |
3 |
15 |
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Total Minimum Credits |
67 |
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Footnote:
1 Students may choose from college approved Social Science electives.
Note:
The following courses are offered every other year for evening students:
| AST | 243 | Office Administration I | Fall 2007 |
| AST | 244 | Office Administration II | Spring 2008 |
| AST | 201 | Keyboarding III | Fall 2007 |