TECHNICAL STUDIESJOURNEYWORKER In response to requests for academic recognition of registered apprenticeship training, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology (TSCT) provides a Technical Studies-Machining Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree. This degree recognizes the goals, general principles and procedures of registered apprenticeship training. The Technical Studies-Machining Technology AAS degree is designed to support lifelong learning and accelerate the achievement of individual career goals. Transferability of the Technical Studies portion of the AAS degree to four-year institutions will be based on the accepting institution's policies. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: * For admission, students must possess a PA Apprenticeship Completion Certificate issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. * Complete all prescribed apprentice related technical instruction. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: * Requirements for Graduation (70 credit hours) * 46 credits Technical Studies (awarded as advanced standing) * 24 credits General Studies required from the following: * English (ENG) * Mathematics (MATH) * Science (includes PHYS, BIO, etc.) * Humanities (includes all SOC, ECON, HIST) 25% of the total program credits must be completed at Thaddeus Stevens College 62 * Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology