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Accounting, AAS

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting provides a comprehensive background in the principles, procedures and theories of organizing and maintaining business and financial transactions.

Department of Accounting, Finance, and Computer Office Technology
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Air Conditioning Technology, AAS

This program prepares students to install, maintain, service, troubleshoot and repair residential heating and cooling systems. Additionally, the program includes commercial refrigeration courses enabling 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. Along with core classes, academic skills emphasizing related math, science and human relations components are stressed to help students prepare to meet challenges commonly found in the workplace.

Department of Applied Technologies
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Air Conditioning Technology: Central Plant, AAS

This program prepares students to install, maintain, service, troubleshoot, and repair central plant industrial heating and cooling systems. The program enables students to learn how to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair boilers, central plant equipment, and other related machinery. Instruction includes classroom, laboratory, and hands-on work in the laboratory or in the field. Along with core classes, academic skills emphasizing related math, science, and human relations components are stressed to help students prepare to meet challenges commonly found in the workplace.

Department of Applied Technologies
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Associate of Business, AB

The Associate of Business (AB) degree provides the equivalent of the first two years of a bachelor's degree in business related subject areas. Students who pursue this degree are primarily interested in transferring to NSC, UNLV, UNR or another baccalaureate level institution. A secondary objective may be employment upon completion of the AB.

Department of Business Administration
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AAS General Education Requirements

The general education requirements listed here cover degrees that provide employment related and career enhancing skills necessary to succeed in a chosen occupational or technical field of study. Although the AAS degree is not designed to transfer to a four-year program at other NSHE institutions, many of the courses will transfer to NSHE or other four-year colleges and universities.

College of Southern Nevada
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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.

Department of Applied Technologies
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Cultural Resource Management, CA

Cultural resource management (CRM) is the practice of preserving cultural resources through the use of archaeological methods of survey, data collection, excavation, laboratory analysis and curation of cultural materials (artifacts), monitoring sensitive sites and public outreach. CRM archaeologists work with state and federal agencies, museums, and with private firms to ensure compliance with federal and state laws that protect cultural resources on federal and public land. The program is designed to prepare students by teaching them the skills required to obtain employment as entry-level archaeological technicians working in the field, in labs, and for museums.

Department of Human Behavior
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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.

Department of Applied Technologies
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Automotive Technology: Collision Repair, AAS

The Collision Repair program is designed to prepare students as entry level collision repair technicians. Students will earn I-CAR (Industry Council for Automotive Repair) certification points in 26 different areas including customer service, estimating, welding, plastics, and paint and refinish. Successful students will become proficient in safe working procedures, structural, and nonstructural repairs, refinishing techniques, and estimating.

Department of Applied Technologies
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Automotive Technology: Master Technician, AAS

Department of Applied Technologies
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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.

Department of Applied Technologies
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Automotive Technology: Service Technician, AAS

Department of Applied Technologies
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Aviation Technology: Flight Operations, AAS

The Aviation Technology Flight Operations program is designed specifically for students who have a desire to work in aviation-related careers. Thorough coverage of the Federal Aviation Regulations will apply to all aspects of study. The program provides the application of concepts pertaining to airport, aircraft and airline operations for domestic and international flights. The program will prepare students to enter the employment market as Flight Crew Members, Flight Operations Specialists, Crew Scheduler, Flight Follower, Customer Service Representative, or Assistant Flight Dispatcher. Students must meet all eligibility requirements determined by the Federal Aviation Administration and the Transportation Security Administration.

Department of Applied Technologies
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Aviation Technology: Professional Pilot, AAS

The Aviation Technology Professional Pilot program is designed specifically for students who have a desire to work as professional pilots. Thorough coverage of the Federal Aviation Regulations will apply to all aspects of study. The program includes ground instruction and in-flight pilot training. The program will prepare students to enter the employment market as professional pilots. Graduates will model eligibility requirements for the Federal Aviation Administration Private Pilot certificate, Instrument Rating, and Commercial Pilot Certificate in Airplane Single Engine Land. Students must meet all eligibility requirements determined by the Federal Aviation Administration and the Transportation Security Administration.

Department of Applied Technologies
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Business Management, AAS

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management provides the individual with the understanding and knowledge necessary for managing people and functions. Managerial and motivational theories, global management, decision making and organizational designs are stressed.

Department of Business Administration
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Business Management, CA

The Certificate of Achievement in Business Management provides students with the understanding and knowledge necessary for managing people and functions. Decision making for both private and public sector agencies is stressed in the program. Students will learn basic principles of management and human relations skills through various interactive course techniques and formats.

Department of Business Administration
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Cardiorespiratory Sciences, 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.

Department of Health Related Professions
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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.

Department of Hospitality Management
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Computing and Information Technology: Cyber Security-Digital…

The Associate of Applied Science in Computing and Information Technology - Cyber Security - Digital Forensics is a program of study that provides students with the skills necessary to investigate digital and computer crime. It includes specialized training in computer forensics, network forensics, and digital crime investigation.

Department of Computing and Information Technology
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Computing and Information Technology: Cyber Security-Network…

This degree provides students with the necessary education and skills required by today's Network Security specialists. Instruction includes courses on server/client centric security issues as well as router/switch centric security issues. It provides students with a wide array of training in various functional areas related to network security. Completion of this course of study prepares students for successful completion of a number of industry certification exams such as CompTia Security+, Cisco CCNA: Security, and others.

Department of Computing and Information Technology
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