Academic Advisor: Matthew Lee (for students whose last name starts with A-N)
Email: matlee@frederick.edu
Phone: 240.629.7802
Academic Advisor: Sarah Wagner (for students whose last name starts with O-Z)
Email: swagner@frederick.edu
Phone: 240.629.7945
Program Description
Prepares students for a career field in STEM Technology.
Students can choose to major in the STEM Technology A.A.S. to explore various disciplines including biological sciences, biotechnology, building trades, business management, computer aided design, construction management, chemistry, computer & information sciences, engineering, film & video production, graphic design, mathematics, music, physical science, and physics.
Students also have the option to focus on a specific discipline within the STEM Technology A.A.S. by selecting an Area of Concentration in Audio Production Technology, Computer Aided Design Technology, Computer Aided Design (Engineering) Technology, Construction Management Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Technology Specialist, Network Engineering, or Software Engineering.
Students should meet with an advisor to develop a plan appropriate for their transfer and career interests. To investigate potential careers related to this degree program, visit the Career Communities page.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Apply technology tools responsibly, appropriately, and effectively.
- Evaluate physical, mathematical, and scientific concepts in career fields.
- Employ contemporary and emerging technology resources in diverse and dynamic environments.
- Analyze technical requirements to determine and recommend resource requirements for organizations.
- Identify and resolve real-world problems/issues utilizing engineered techniques and approaches.
- Apply engineering design processes in developing solutions for business needs.
Program Requirements
- Students must complete their credit English and Mathematics within the first 24 credits.
- One course must meet the cultural competence graduation requirement.
- CORE: The General Education CORE is that foundation of the higher education curriculum providing a coherent intellectual experience for all students. Students should check with an advisor or the transfer institution (ARTSYS) before selecting General Education CORE requirements. http://artsys.usmd.edu/
- In some General Education categories (Mathematics, Biological & Physical Sciences), a 4-credit course selected from the GenEd course list will satisfy the requirement in place of a 3-credit course. Students should check with an advisor before selecting these courses.
- For the Physical Education, Health, or Nutrition requirement, a 3-credit PHED, HLTH, or NUTR course may satisfy the requirement in place of a 1-credit course. Students should check with an advisor before selecting this course.
- Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in ENGL 101 English Composition.
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Students must complete a minimum of nine credits at the 200-level.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| English | ||
| ENGL 101 | English Composition | 3 |
| Mathematics | ||
| Mathematics Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | ||
| Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Arts & Humanities | ||
| Arts Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Humanities Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Communication Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Biological & Physical Sciences | ||
| Biological & Physical Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Physical Education, Health, or Nutrition Requirement | ||
| Select one PHED, HLTH, or NUTR course | 1 | |
| Electives | ||
| Select 38 credits in consultation with an advisor to maximize transfer of coursework 1 | 38 | |
| Object Design and Programming (recommended) | ||
| Total Credits | 60 | |
- 1
Take a minimum of 24 credits of STEM Technology electives from any of the disciplines listed below. A minimum of 12 credits must be in the same discipline.
- Biological Sciences (BSCI)
- Biotechnology (BIOT)
- Building Trades Technology (BLDT)
- Business Management (BMGT)
- Computer Aided Design Technology (CADT)
- Construction Management Technology (CMTE)
- Chemistry (CHEM)
- Computer & Information Sciences (CMIS)
- Engineering (ENGR)
- Film & Video Production (FILM)
- Graphic Design (GRPH)
- Mathematics (MATH)
- Music (MUSC)
- Phsyical Science (PHSC)
- Physics (PHYS)
Students majoring in the Associate of Applied Science in STEM without an Area of Concentration should follow the curriculum outlined above and will have 14 unrestricted elective credits. It is recommended that they take CMIS 106 Object Design and Programming.
Students majoring in an Area of Concentration will follow the curriculum for their major:
- Audio Production Technology
- Computer Aided Design Technology
- Computer Aided Design (Engineering) Technology
- Construction Management Technology
- Cybersecurity
- Information Technology Specialist
- Network Engineering
- Software Engineering
Transfer Note
For more information on careers and transfer, contact the Career and Academic Planning Services office at 301.846.2471 or visit Transfer Services.
Guided Pathway to Success (GPS)
Suggested schedules map your path to degree completion.
Students should meet with an advisor each semester to carefully select and sequence courses based on their specific academic goals and interests. Visit Jefferson Hall or call 301.846.2471 for advising.
| Recommended First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 101 | English Composition 1 | 3 |
| Mathematics Elective (Gen Ed course list) 1 | 3 | |
| Choose STEM electives in consultation with an advisor 2 | 9 | |
| Object Design and Programming (recommended) | ||
| Credits | 15 | |
| Recommended Second Semester | ||
| Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Biological & Physical Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Choose STEM electives in consultation with an advisor 2 | 9 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Recommended Third Semester | ||
| Arts Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Humanities Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Choose STEM electives in consultation with an advisor 2 | 6 | |
| Choose an elective in consultation with an advisor | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Recommended Fourth Semester | ||
| Communication Elective (Gen Ed course list) | 3 | |
| Physical Education, Health, or Nutrition Requirement | 1 | |
| Choose electives in consultation with an advisor | 11 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
- 1
Take this course within the first 24 credits.
- 2
Take a minimum of 24 credits of STEM Technology electives from any of the disciplines listed below. A minimum of 12 credits must be in the same discipline. It is imperative that students consult an advisor before registering to maximize transfer of coursework. BSCI, BIOT, BLDT, BMGT, CADT, CMTE, CHEM, CMIS, ENGR, FILM, GRPH, MATH, MUSC, PHSC, PHYS
Part-time Students
Part-time students should complete courses in the order listed on the pathway. Please contact program manager for questions about part-time status.
Students who take fewer than 15 credits each semester or who require developmental English or Math coursework will need additional semesters to complete their degrees. Summer term and January session classes may help students to make faster progress.
Pathway Legend
Milestone - courses with the Milestone notation should be taken within the recommend credit range to stay on track for program completion.
Fall, Spring, Summer - courses with a Fall, Spring, or Summer notation indicate the course is offered in the specified semester only.