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Computing and Information Technology: Software–Programming,…

This degree prepares students for employment in fields related primarily to computer programming.  In addition to technical content, the degree includes skills in communication (oral, written, and listening), project management, databases, web site development, teamwork, and problem solving.

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Diesel Heavy Equipment Master Technician, AAS

The Diesel/Heavy Equipment program prepares students to enter the workforce as technicians to maintain, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment.  The program focuses both on over the road trucks as well as diesel powered heavy equipment typically used in the construction industry.  Students will learn diesel engine and propulsion systems, fuel management systems, related accessory components, hydraulics, and HVAC.  All students will be prepared to take ASE certification exams at the completion of the appropriate course.

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Air Conditioning Technology: Food Service Refrigeration, AAS

This program prepares students to install, maintain, service, troubleshoot, and repair commercial refrigeration systems. The program enables students to learn how to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair walk-in freezers, ice machines, and other related machinery. Instruction includes classroom, laboratory, and hands-on work in the laboratory or in the field.

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Diagnostic Medical Sonography: General/Vascular Ultrasound…

This is a limited-entry program. Some of these courses are program prerequisites and MUST be completed before a student is considered eligible for entry into the Program. Students MUST attend a Health Programs orientation and meet with a Health Programs advisor for additional advisement.

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Engineering Technology: Electronics–Bench Technician, AAS

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Engineering Technology with Electronics – Bench Technician prepares students to assist in providing support for engineering functions or to function as an Electronics Technician. Instruction includes analog and digital circuit design, implementation and testing, fabrication techniques, telecommunications, microprocessor programming and interface, and in-depth analysis of analog and digital circuits.

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Veterinary Nursing, AAS

Students must complete VETN 101B with a grade of C or better in order to be eligible to apply for this limited entry program.

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Criminal Justice, AAS

The AAS degree in Criminal Justice is intended to provide students with the skills, abilities, and knowledge needed in order to become criminal justice practitioners or to transfer to other institutions to continue their education. The degree addresses both the legal and professional aspects of the criminal justice system while integrating crime control and identifying factors that contribute to deviant behavior. The program prepares students seeking entry level employment within the field of criminal justice.

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Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Cardiac/Vascular Ultrasound…

This is a limited-entry program. Some of these courses are program prerequisites and MUST be completed before a student is considered eligible for entry into the Program. Students MUST attend a Health Programs orientation and meet with a Health Programs advisor for additional advisement.

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Early Childhood Education: Infant/Toddler Education, CA

The Infant/Toddler Certificate in Early Childhood Education provides students with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills training necessary for the care of infants and toddlers in family day care homes or childcare centers. This certificate enables students to meet Nevada State licensing requirements for Infant Toddler Director.

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Stationary Engineers, AAS

This degree prepares students for employment as a Journeyman Stationary and Maintenance Engineer. Along with special program courses, academic skills emphasizing math, science, and human relations skills are stressed to prepare students to meet the challenges common in the work place.

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Automotive Technology: Service Technician, AAS

This degree program, one of the largest of its kind in the west, prepares students for lucrative careers as automotive technicians as well as related automotive occupations. Instruction is provided on state-of-the-art equipment in both classrooms and labs. ASE Master Certified technicians provide all instruction, with the focus on understanding automotive systems operation and how to effectively and efficiently diagnose and service these systems. Additionally, emphasis is placed on preparing students to personally pass ASE certification exams. This degree places an emphasis on preparing general service technicians.

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Engineering Technology: Electronics–Biomedical Equipment…

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Engineering Technology with Electronics – Biomedical Equipment Technician prepares students to assist in providing support for engineering functions or to function as an Electronics Technician. Instruction includes analog and digital circuit design, implementation and testing, fabrication techniques, microprocessor programming and interface, medical terminology, healthcare organizational dynamics, and fluid dynamics.

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Engineering Technology: Network Electronics, AAS

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Engineering Technology - Network Electronics prepares students with the necessary skills required by today's high-tech, high-wage networking/electronics industry. Instruction includes networking and electronic topics such as IP network configuration and maintenance, electronics and digital circuits, and interfacing sensors and control devices to networks and electronic systems.  This two-year program provides the students with the methods and procedures used by technicians in the networked electronics industry. Instruction depends on significant hands-on exercises in a state-of-the-art environment.

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Automotive Technology: Master Technician, AAS

This degree program, one of the largest of its kind in the west, prepares students for lucrative careers as automotive technicians as well as related automotive occupations. Instruction is provided on state-of-the-art equipment in both classrooms and labs. ASE Master Certified technicians provide all instruction, with the focus on understanding automotive systems operation and how to effectively and efficiently diagnose and service these systems. Additionally, emphasis is placed on preparing students to personally pass ASE certification exams.

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Hotel Management, AAS

This degree provides students the opportunity to seek employment in an entry-level supervisory position, or for those already in the hotel industry, an opportunity for professional growth and career advancement.

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Air Conditioning Technology: Building Automation, AAS

This program prepares students to install, service, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot building automation systems in commercial buildings, controlling Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems, energy management systems, as well as lighting and security systems. Students who complete this program can significantly impact building energy consumption. Graduates can seek employment as building automation technicians and control systems technicians with manufacturers, vendors, service companies, and large facilities, such as government and educational facilities, hospitals, and office buildings.

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Automotive Technology: Performance Technician, AAS

This degree program, one of the largest of its kind in the west, prepares students for lucrative careers as automotive technicians, as well as related automotive occupations. Instruction is provided on state-of-the-art equipment in both classrooms and labs. ASE Master Certified technicians provide all instruction, with the focus on understanding automotive systems operation and how to effectively and efficiently diagnose and service these systems. Additionally, emphasis is placed on preparing students to personally pass ASE certification exams. This degree places an emphasis on drivability diagnosis and repair.

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Casino Management, AAS

Successful completion of this Associate of Applied Science degree will provide students with an opportunity to seek employment in casino supervisory and management positions. For those currently employed in the industry, this credential enhances the opportunity for job advancement, professional growth and career mobility. Students will obtain knowledge in table games, slot operations, casino surveillance, casino marketing, gaming laws and regulations, casino cage operations, casino mathematics, statistical analysis, financial accounting, and human relations in the casino industry. 

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Construction Management, AAS

This degree prepares students to supervise and manage the construction of commercial and residential buildings.  Students learn proper procedures and materials that comply with plans, specifications, and building codes.  Students will be prepared for employment as construction estimators, schedulers, project managers, and other supervisory positions in the construction industry.

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Piping Trades, AAS

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Automotive Technology: Alternative Fuels and Hybrid…

This degree program, one of the largest of its kind in the west, prepares students for lucrative careers as automotive technicians as well as related automotive occupations. Instruction is provided on state-of-the-art equipment in both classrooms and labs. ASE Master Certified technicians provide all instruction, with the focus on understanding automotive systems operation and how to effectively and efficiently diagnose and service these systems. Additionally, emphasis is placed on preparing students to personally pass ASE certification exams. This degree places an emphasis on the current and emerging technology used in hybrid and alternative fueled vehicles.

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Engineering Technology: Electronics–Defense Contractor…

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Engineering Technology with Electronics – Defense Contractor Technician prepares students to assist in providing support for engineering functions or to function as an Electronics Technician. Instruction includes analog and digital circuit design, implementation and testing, fabrication techniques, telecommunications, microprocessor programming-interfacing, in-depth analysis of analog and digital circuits, computer fundamentals, and network fundamentals. Specialized electives for topics such as test equipment, in-depth analysis of electrical and power supply troubleshooting, radar systems, and microwave systems are offered.

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Environmental Laboratory Sciences, BAS

Admittance into this Bachelor of Applied Science requires completion of the CSN AAS Environmental Management degree or program director approval.

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Environmental Conservation, BAS

Admittance into this Bachelor of Applied Science requires completion of the CSN AAS Environmental Management degree or program director approval.

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Medical Laboratory Scientist, BAS

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) is an important member of the health care team in hospitals, clinics, medical research and teaching centers, and is an indispensable participant with physicians in providing critical diagnostic information. The MLS functions as a dependable, ambitious, and highly motivated professional capable of handling high stress situations with ease and confidence.

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Environmental Management, BAS

Admittance into the Bachelor of Applied Science requires completion of the CSN AAS Environmental Management degree or program director approval.

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Fire Technology Management, AAS

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Fire Technology Management is designed to provide students and career fire service personnel with the necessary education and skills required to enter a career or achieve promotion in a municipal, county or state fire department. The courses follow the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) curriculum. The course content is designed to meet the National Fire Protection Association's 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. The elective material is designed to prepare firefighters for advancement in the fire service.

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Paramedic Medicine, AAS

This is a selective admission program. Applicants must submit a program application, EMS/Healthcare experience form, EMT and/or AEMT certifications, current CPR card, letters of recommendation, and transcripts documenting completion of prerequisite courses. Students accepted into the program will be responsible for additional program expenses including all necessary pre-clinical requirements.

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Honors Program

The mission of the Honors Program at the College of Southern Nevada is to provide high-achieving students with an enriched academic environment that promotes intellectual curiosity, social awareness, and scholarly excellence.

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Sheet Metal, AAS

This degree prepares the student for employment as a Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker with the Sheet Metal Union. Along with special program courses, academic skills emphasizing related math, science, and human relations are stressed to prepare students to meet the challenges common in the work place.

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Nursing: LPN to RN, AAS

This is a limited-entry program. Some of these courses are program prerequisites and MUST be completed before a student is considered eligible for entry into the Program. Students MUST attend a Health Programs orientation and meet with a Health Programs advisor for additional advisement.

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Engineering Technology: Management, CA

The Certificate of Achievement in Engineering Technology - Management is designed for students who hold an associate degree in Engineering Technology with Emphasis in either Electronics, Telecommunications, or Slot and Self-Service Device Technology. This certificate is intended for students who wish to develop their managerial, technical, and employability skills beyond a two-year degree in Engineering Technology and fulfill the growing demand for entry-level engineering technologists. This certificate is a 12- to 18-month program. It is also used for the third year of a 3 + 1 path to a bachelor's degree (see a counselor for which associate degrees fulfill the requirements for the 3 + 1 the programs with other schools).

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Nursing, AAS

Some of these courses are program prerequisites and MUST be completed before a student is considered eligible for entry into the Program. Students MUST attend a Health Programs orientation and meet with a Health Programs advisor for additional advisement.

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Physical Therapist Assistant, AAS

This is a limited-entry program. Some of these courses are program prerequisites and MUST be completed before a student is considered eligible for entry into the Program. Students MUST attend a Health Programs orientation and meet with a Health Programs advisor for additional advisement.

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CSN AAS Engineering Technology: Unmanned Systems-Unmanned…

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Early Childhood Education: Director, AAS

The program is aimed at providing individuals with both the business knowledge needed for managing and/or owning a child care facility and the knowledge of children necessary to provide quality care.

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Global Studies, AA

The Global Studies program is predicated on the notion that solutions to local, national, and international issues are found not within the confines of a particular field, but at the boundaries and within the union of disciplines. This implies that the program is interdisciplinary. Gaining an understanding of global social, economic, political, historical systems which are anchored in the differing philosophical and religious traditions will help the student appreciate the commonality of all human aspirations irrespective of location. The meaning of "globalization" and related issues will be addressed from a variety of perspectives.  Students will explore approaches to international development and related contemporary issues, inquire into the meaning of sustainable development, and critically examine environmental concerns (with emphasis on global warming and climate change).  The appreciation of diversity of human cultures and traditions is the core value which enables program graduates to work and succeed in our global society.

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Psychology, AA

The Associate of Arts in Psychology is primarily designed for students who plan to transfer to a baccalaureate degree level college in psychology or a related field. This degree program offers students an essential foundation in the theoretical perspectives and social science research methods of psychology, as well as options to explore more specialized topics in psychology or closely-related fields.

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Culinary Arts, BAS

Admittance into the Bachelor of Applied Science Culinary Arts requires a minimum of an associate degree in Culinary Arts or a related field from an accredited institution.

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Early Childhood Education: Early Care and Education, AAS

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Early Childhood Education – Early Care and Education is designed for students seeking careers and/or personal growth in the field of early childhood education. The program provides students with both theoretical and practical skills needed to work in an infant/toddler, preschool setting, family day care, child care center, or in other child centered jobs. Upon completion of this degree, students may go directly into employment.

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Food Service Operations, BAS

Admittance into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Food Service Operations requires a minimum of an associate degree in Food and Beverage Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.

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Tourism, Convention and Event Planning, BAS

Admittance into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Tourism, Convention and Event Planning requires a minimum of an associate degree in Tourism, Convention and Event Planning or related field from a regionally accredited institution.

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Pastry Arts, AAS

This degree is a quality professional program for students wishing to enter and/or advance in the field of culinary arts. Students are taught to master the fundamentals of cooking with emphasis on hands-on preparation of various cuisines including basic cookery. aromatics, international and French cooking. Students who successfully complete this degree are eligible to apply and receive Certified Culinarian status from the American Culinary Federation.

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Food and Beverage Management, AAS

This program is designed to provide quality education to those seeking to begin a career or further their career in the food service industry. The program consists of course work in food and beverage management, culinary arts, and general education which enable students to obtain the necessary knowledge and skills to be successful in the work environment.

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CSN AAS Welding Technology: Advanced Level Welder Map

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Culinary Arts, AAS

This degree is a quality, professional program for students wishing to enter and/or advance in the field of culinary arts. Students are taught to master the fundamentals of cooking with emphasis on hands-on preparation of various cuisines including basic cookery. aromatics, international and French cooking. Students who successfully complete this degree are eligible to apply and receive Certified Culinarian status from the American Culinary Federation.

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CSN AAS Diesel Heavy Equipment Master Technician Map

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AA/AB/AS General Education Requirements

The general education requirements listed here cover transfer degrees to NSHE four-year institutions. The completion of the associate of arts, associate of science, and associate of business degree automatically fulfills the lower-division general education requirements at any other NSHE institution¹. Completion of the associate of arts, associate of science, or the associate of business degree does not guarantee satisfaction of all State College or university lower-division requirements except for the lower-division general education requirements².

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CSN AAS Engineering Technology: Self Service Device…

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CSN AAS Ophthalmic Technology: Ophthalmic Dispensing…

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