- Overview
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Program Basics
- Associate degree
- Day, evening, or online classes available
- Financial aid available
- Classes start in June, August, or January
Degree Completion Requirements
- Possess a Wisconsin Apprenticeship Completion Certificate issued by the Department of Workforce Development-Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards registered program which includes a minimum of 400 hours of prescribed apprentice related technical instruction in the Wisconsin Technical College System.
- Complete all prescribed WTCS apprentice related technical instruction. Possession of the DWD-BAS Wisconsin Apprenticeship Completion Certificate AND successful completion of all prescribed coursework fulfills the 39 credit minimum technical studies requirement of the Technical Studies – Journeyworker Associate of Applied Science degree.
- Meet the WTCS Associate of Applied Science Degree requirement for a minimum of 21 credits. This consists of 15 credits of general education distributed across Communications, Social Science, Behavioral Science, Math and/or Science categories as well as 6 elective Associate Degree Level Technical Studies or additional general education credits.
- Complete at least 25% of the total program credits through coursework undertaken at the technical college granting the AAS degree and meet any institutional graduation requirements. A WTCS apprenticeship program with at least 400 hours of paid related instruction (PRI) meets this threshold.
- Curriculum & Costs
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Curriculum shown is for students entering the program. Current students should see their advisor as curriculum/courses shown here may not represent courses needed for currently enrolled students.
Curriculum listed is tentative for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Current students should view their Degree Audit in the Student Portal.GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES (15 CREDITS)
Communications (6 credits) Course # Course Title Credits 10-801-136 English Composition 1 3 10-801-195 Written Communication 3 10-801-196 Oral/Interpersonal Communication 3 10-801-197 Technical Reporting 3 10-801-198 Speech 3 Social Science (3 credits) Course # Course Title Credits 10-809-122 Intro to American Government 3 10-809-128 Marriage & Family 3 10-809-143 Microeconomics 3 10-809-166 Intro to Ethics: Theory & App 3 10-809-172 Introduction to Diversity Studies 3 10-809-195 Economics 3 10-809-196 Intro to Sociology 3 Behavioral Science (3 credits) Course # Course Title Credits 10-809-159 Abnormal Psychology 3 10-809-188 Development Psychology 3 10-809-198 Intro to Psychology 3 10-809-199 Psychology of Human Relations 3 Math and/or Science (3 credits) Course # Course Title Credits 10-804-107 College Mathematics 3 10-804-113 Technical Math 1A 3 10-804-114 Technical Math 1B 2 10-804-118 Intermediate Algebra w Apps 4 10-804-123 Math w Business Apps 3 10-804-133 Math & Logic 3 10-804-189 Introductory Statistics 3 10-804-195 College Algebra w Apps 3 10-804-196 Trigonometry with Apps 3 10-806-143 College Physics 1 4 10-806-154 General Physics 1 4 10-806-177 Gen Anatomy & Physiology 4 10-806-179 Adv Anatomy & Physiology 4 10-806-186 Intro to Biochemistry 4 10-806-189 Basic Anatomy 3 10-806-197 Microbiology 4 Total Credits: 15 Associate Degree Level Technical Studies or Additional General Education (6 credits)
Students in this program are required to take 6 credits of Associate Degree Level Technical Studies (10-xxx-xxx) or an additional 6 General Education credits. The additional General Education credits may come from the list above. Contact the program Advisor to discuss options or credits for consideration.
OCCUPATIONAL SPECIFIC COURSES (39 credits)
Occupational Specific Courses are met by a Wisconsin Apprenticeship Completion Certificate, issued by the Department of Workforce Development-Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards (DWD-BAS) registered program. The program must include a minimum of 400 hours of prescribed apprentice-related instruction in the Wisconsin Technical College System.
TOTAL = 60 credits
- Requirements
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Admission and Program Requirements
- Submit Wisconsin Apprenticeship Completion Certificate, or currently enrolled in a WTCS apprenticeship program
- Submit Application
- To make sure your classes are the right fit, we consider any previous college credit you've earned, Accuplacer or ACT scores, high school GPA, or an assessment at your registration session. Submit High School Transcripts, College Transcripts, and Test Scores to: Southwest Tech, Attn: Admissions, 1800 Bronson Blvd, Fennimore, WI 53809
- Admissions Preference Policy
Priority for program acceptance will be given in this order:
- Southwest Wisconsin Technical College District Residents (permanent address is in one of Southwest Tech’s 30 school districts the College serves) Southwest Tech District Information
- January 1 for the following fall semester
- May 1 for the following spring semester
- October 1 for the following summer semester
- After the dates specified in (1) for District Residents, Non-District State Residents have priority equal to District Residents.
- Out-of-State Residents will be admitted after District and Non-District State Residents, as spaces remain available.
- Southwest Wisconsin Technical College District Residents (permanent address is in one of Southwest Tech’s 30 school districts the College serves) Southwest Tech District Information
- Admissions Meeting: After applying and submitting transcripts, work with your advisor to begin or continue your student success plan to talk about your career interests and goals, develop a plan for paying for college, learn about various funding options, create an academic map, and discuss supports and services. Schedule an admissions meeting by clicking "Make an appointment" with your program advisor.
Program Fees
- This program is eligible for Financial Aid.
- Estimated cost for each semester can be found under the Curriculum tab. Please note that costs are approximate and are based on the current academic year.
- Please discuss additional fee questions with the program advisor or instructor.
- Outcomes
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This program provides students who have completed a registered apprenticeship program an option to receive an associate degree designed around individual needs.
- Career Opportunities
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This program will be designed for each individual student. Career opportunities will depend on the courses that are selected to meet the student's career goals. It is anticipated that a student will design a program plan that will meet the requirements of a particular career area.
Technical Studies-Journeyworker
Technical Studies - Journeyworker
English Composition 1 (10-801-136)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Test - College Composition
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
This course is designed for learners to develop knowledge and skills in all aspects of the writing process. Planning, organizing, writing, editing and revising are applied through a variety of activities. Students will analyze audience and purpose, use elements of research and format documents using standard guidelines. Individuals will develop critical reading skills through analysis of various written documents.
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Test - College Composition
Written Communication (10-801-195)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: Exam
Notes: College Composition CLEP test would also be accepted for credit. However, the challenge exam is the preferred method.
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students develop writing skills through prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing. Students complete writing assignments designed to help the learner analyze audience and purpose, research and organize ideas, and format and design documents based on subject matter and content. Students develop critical reading and thinking skills through the analysis of a variety of written documents.
Credit for Prior Learning Option: Exam
Notes: College Composition CLEP test would also be accepted for credit. However, the challenge exam is the preferred method.
Oral/Interpersonal Communication (10-801-196)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: Exam
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students demonstrate competency in speaking, verbal and nonverbal communication, and listening skills through individual presentations, group activities and other projects.
Credit for Prior Learning Option: Exam
Technical Reporting (10-801-197)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: Exam
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students prepare and present oral and written technical reports. Students create, but are not limited to the following reports: lab and field reports, proposals, technical letters and memos, technical research reports, case studies, and oral technical presentations. Students enroll in this advanced communication course after having completed at least the prerequisite introductory writing course.
Prerequisite:
Written Communication (10-801-195) or
English Composition (10-801-136)
Credit for Prior Learning Option: Exam
Speech (10-801-198)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students explore the fundamentals of effective oral presentations to small and large groups. Students demonstrate competency through topic selection, audience analysis, methods of organization, research, structuring evidence and support, delivery techniques, and other essential elements of speaking successfully, including the listening process.
Intro to Amer Government (10-809-122)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Introduces American political processes and Institutions. Focuses on rights and responsibilities of citizens and the process of participatory democracy. Learners examine the complexity of the separation of powers and checks and balances. Explores the role of the media, interest groups, political parties and public opinion in the political process. Also explores the role of state and national government in our federal system.
Marriage & Family (10-809-128)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
The learner explores the sociological aspects of marriage and family life in contemporary American society. Emphasis is on the study of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns associated with courtship, love, mate selection, sexuality, and marriage. Moreover, the learner will discuss the life span development in the family life cycle, balancing work and family, and parenting based on the premise that human attitudes, feelings, and behaviors are largely shaped and influenced by philosophy, gender, communication, and personal beliefs. Therefore, success in the institutions of marriage and family require knowledge and skills in the roles of spouse and parent and ways to apply concepts to daily life.
Microeconomics (10-809-143)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students examine the behavior of individual decision makers, primarily consumers and firms. Topics include choices of how much to consume and to produce, the functioning of perfectly and imperfectly competitive markets, the conditions under which markets may fail, and arguments for and against government intervention. The student applies the fundamental tools of economics to real world problems.
Prerequisite:
Economics (10-809-195)
Intro to Ethics: Theory & App (10-809-166)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
The learner will engage in the basics of theoretical foundations of ethical thought. Diverse ethical perspectives will be used to analyze and compare relevant issues. Learners will critically evaluate individual, social and/or professional standards of behavior, and apply a systematic decision-making process to these situations.
Introduction to Diversity Studies (10-809-172)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students draw from several disciplines to reaffirm the basic American values of justice and equality by learning a basic vocabulary, a history of immigration and conquest, principles of transcultural communication, legal liability and the value of aesthetic production to increase the probability of respectful encounters among people. In addition to an analysis of majority/minority relations in a multicultural context, the topics of ageism, sexism, gender differences, sexual orientation, the disabled and the American Disability Act (ADA) are explored. Ethnic relations are studied in global and comparative perspectives.
Economics (10-809-195)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Test - Principles of Macroeconomics
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students will develop analytical skills central to how a market-oriented system operates and the factors that influence national economic policy. Students will apply basic concepts and analyses to a variety of contemporary problems and public policy issues. These concepts include scarcity, resources, alternative economic systems, growth, supply and demand, monetary and fiscal policy, inflation, unemployment, and global economic issues.
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Test - Principles of Macroeconomics
Intro to Sociology (10-809-196)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students explore the basic concepts of sociology: culture, socialization, social stratification, multiculturalism, and the five institutions, including family, government, economics, religion, and education. Other topics include demography, deviance, technology, environment, social issues, social change, social organization, and workplace issues.
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Abnormal Psychology (10-809-159)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students survey the essential features, possible causes, and assessment and treatment of the various types of abnormal behavior from the viewpoint of the major theoretical perspectives in the field of abnormal psychology. Students will be introduced to the diagnosis system of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV). In addition, the history of the psychology of abnormality will be traced. Cultural and social perspectives in understanding and responding to abnormal behavior will be explored as well as current topics and issues within abnormal psychology.
Developmental Psychology (10-809-188)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Test - Human Growth and Development
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Developmental Psychology is the study of human development throughout the lifespan. This course explores developmental theory and research with an emphasis on the interactive nature of the biological, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that affect the individual from conception to death. Application activities and critical thinking skills will enable students to gain an increased knowledge and understanding of themselves and others.
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Test - Human Growth and Development
Intro to Psychology (10-809-198)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Test - Introduction to Psychology
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students survey the multiple aspects of human behavior. This involves a survey of the theoretical foundations of human functioning in such areas as learning, motivation, emotions, personality, deviance and pathology, physiological factors, and social influences. The student forms an insightful understanding of the complexities of human relationships in personal, social, and vocational settings
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Test - Introduction to Psychology
Psychology of Human Relations (10-809-199)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students explore the relationship between the general principles of psychology and our everyday lives. Students are given the opportunity to achieve a deepened sense of awareness of themselves and others. This understanding enables students to improve their relationship with others at work, in the family, and in society.
College Mathematics (10-804-107)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP test - College Mathematics
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
This course is designed to review and develop fundamental concepts of mathematics in the areas of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, measurement and data. Algebra topics emphasize simplifying algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities with one variable, solving proportions and percent applications. Geometry and trigonometry topics include; finding areas and volumes of geometric figures, applying similar and congruent triangles, applying Pythagorean Theorem, and solving right triangles using trigonometric ratios. Measurement topics emphasize the application of measurement concepts and conversion techniques within and between U.S. customary and metric system to solve problems. Data topics emphasize data organization and summarization skills, including: frequency distributions, central tendency, relative position and measures of dispersion. Special emphasis is placed on problem solving, critical thinking and logical reasoning, making connections, and using calculators.
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP test - College Mathematics
College Technical Math 1A (10-804-113)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Tests - Pre-Calculus and College Math Passing both tests will result in credit for College Tech Math 1A and 1B
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Topics include: solving linear equations; graphing; percent; proportions; measurement systems; computational geometry; and right triangle trigonometry. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. Successful completion of College Technical Mathematics 1A and College Technical Mathematics 1B is the equivalent of College Technical Mathematics 1.
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Tests - Pre-Calculus and College Math Passing both tests will result in credit for College Tech Math 1A and 1B
College Technical Math 1B (10-804-114)
Credits: 2 Lecture Hours: 36
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Tests - Pre-Calculus and College Math Passing both tests will result in credit for College Tech Math 1A and 1B
Credits: 2 Lecture Hours: 36
This course is a continuation of College Technical Mathematics 1A. Topics include: performing operations on polynomials; solving quadratic and rational equations; formula rearrangement; solving systems of equations; and oblique triangle trigonometry. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. Successful completion of College Technical Mathematics 1A and College Technical Mathematics 1B is the equivalent of College Technical Mathematics 1.
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Tests - Pre-Calculus and College Math Passing both tests will result in credit for College Tech Math 1A and 1B
Intermediate Algebra with Applications (10-804-118)
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 72
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 72
Students apply algebra with applications. Topics include properties of real numbers, order of operations, algebraic solution for linear equations and inequalities, operations with polynomial and rational expressions, operations with rational exponents and radicals, algebra of inverse, logarithmic and exponential functions.
Math with Business Applications (10-804-123)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: Exam
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students use real numbers, basic operations, linear equations, proportions with one variable, percents, simple interest, compound interest, annuity, and apply math concepts to the purchasing/buying process, the selling process, and apply basic statistics to business/consumer applications.
Credit for Prior Learning Option: Exam
Math & Logic (10-804-133)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students will apply mathematical problem solving techniques. Topics will include symbolic logic, sets, algebra, Boolean algebra, and number bases.
Introductory Statistics (10-804-189)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students display data with graphs, describe distributions with numbers, perform correlation and regression analyses, and design experiments. They use probability and distributions to make predictions, estimate parameters, and test hypotheses. They draw inferences about relationships including ANOVA.
College Algebra with Applications (10-804-195)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Test - College Algebra
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Students perform the topics of real and complex number systems, polynomials, exponents, radicals, solving equations and inequalities (linear and nonlinear), relations and functions, systems of equations and inequalities (linear and nonlinear), matrices, graphing, conic sections, sequences and series, combinatorial, and the binomial theorem. This course covers those skills needed for success in Calculus and many application areas on a baccalaureate level.
Credit for Prior Learning Option: CLEP
Notes: CLEP Test - College Algebra
Trigonometry with Applications (10-804-196)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Topics include circular functions, graphing of trigonometry functions, identities, equations, trigonometric functions of angles, inverse functions, solutions of triangles complex numbers, DeMoivre's Theorem, polar coordinates, and vectors.
Prerequisite:
Intermediate Algebra w/Applications (10-804-118) with a grade of “C” or better
College Physics 1 (10-806-143)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Presents the applications and theory of basic physics principles. This course emphasizes problem solving, laboratory investigation and applications. Topics include laboratory safety, unit conversions and analysis, kinematics, dynamics, work, energy, power, temperature, and heat. Pre-requisites: College Technical Math IA (10-804-113) OR (College Algebra with Applications (10-804-195) AND Trigonometry with Apps (10-804-196)) OR High School Pre-Calculus with a grade of "C" or higher.
General Physics 1 (10-806-154)
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Presents the applications and theory of basic physics principles. This course emphasizes problem-solving, laboratory investigation, and applications. Topics include unit conversion and analysis, vectors, translational and rotational kinematics, translational and rotational dynamics, heat and temperature, and harmonic motion and waves.
Prerequisite:
College Technical Math IA (10-804-113)OR
College Algebra with Applications (10-804-195)AND Trigonometry with Apps (10-804-196) OR
High School Pre-Calculus with a "C" grade or higher
General Anatomy & Physiology (10-806-177)
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Credit for Prior Learning Option: Exam
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Students examine basic concepts of human anatomy and physiology as they relate to health sciences. Students use a body systems approach to analyze the interrelationships between structure and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization of the entire human body. They apply basic concepts of whole body anatomy and physiology to make informed decisions as health care professionals and to communicate professionally with colleagues and patients.
Prerequisites:
HESI Score = 76, and
High school chemistry or college chemistry with a minimum grade of C, or
Fundamentals of Chemistry (10-806-109)
Credit for Prior Learning Option: Exam
Adv Anatomy & Physiology (10-806-179)
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Students study using a body systems approach with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization. Students experiment within a science lab including analysis of cellular metabolism, the individual components of body systems such as the nervous, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, and urinary. Students examine homeostatic mechanisms and their relationship to fluid, electrolyte, acid-base balance, and blood. Integration of genetics to human reproduction and development are also included in this course. Students receive instructional delivery within a classroom and laboratory setting.
Prerequisite:
General Anatomy and Physiology (10-806-177) with a "C" or better.
Intro to Biochemistry (10-806-186)
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Provides students with skills and knowledge of organic and biological chemistry necessary for application within Nursing and other Allied Health careers. Emphasis is placed on recognizing the structure, physical properties and chemical reactions of organic molecules, body fluids, and acids. Additional emphasis is placed on biological functions and their relationships to enzymes, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and DNA.
Prerequisites:
HESI Score = 75 and high school chemistry or college chemistry with a minimum grade of C, or Fundamentals of Chemistry (10-806-109)
Basic Anatomy (10-806-189)
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 54
Examines concepts of anatomy and physiology as they relate to health careers. Learners
correlate anatomical and physiological terminology to all body systems.
Microbiology (10-806-197)
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Credits: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 36
Students examine microbial structure, metabolism, genetics, growth, and the relationship between humans and microorganisms. Students address disease production, epidemiology, host defense mechanisms, and the medical impact of microbes. Students examine the role of microbes in the environment, industry, and biotechnology.
Prerequisite:
General Anatomy and Physiology (10-806-177) with a "C" or better