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ASU Mid-South Secondary Technical Center Program Descriptions

COMPUTER ENGINEERING MECHATRONICS

The Computer Engineering Program prepares students for the The Mechatronics Program prepares individuals to enter the
A+ Certification examination, as well as entry-level positions as industrial maintenance field with a clear understanding of the
a computer technician in microcomputer repair and networking. principles of electricity/electronics, mechanical systems and
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, stu- fluid power, and the ability to apply them to the maintenance
dents will have earned a Certificate of Proficiency in Microcom- and troubleshooting of industrial equipment. Upon successful
puter Upgrade and Repair and a Certificate of Proficiency in completion of all program requirements, students will have
Networking. In addition, college credit earned in this program earned two Certificates of Proficiency in Mechatronics Level I
will apply toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree in and Mechatronics Level II. In addition, college credit earned in
Information Systems Technology. this program will apply toward the Associate of Applied Science
Degree in General Technology.

DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
WELDING TECHNOLOGY
The Diesel Technology Program prepares students to apply the
technical knowledge and skills needed to execute comprehen- The Welding Technology program is designed to prepare stu-
sive diesel technology principles and maintenance. Upon suc- dents for a variety of careers in the welding industry. Upon suc-
cessful completion of all program requirements, students will cessful completion of all program requirements, students will
have earned a Certificate of Proficiency in Heavy Truck Diesel obtain four separate Certificates of Proficiency in Shielded Met-
Maintenance. In addition, college credit earned in this program al Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux-
will apply toward the Technical Certificate in Heavy Truck Die- Core Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
sel Maintenance and the Associate of Applied Science Degree (GTAW). Students may also qualify for American Welding Soci-
in General Technology. ety certification in each area. In addition, college credit earned
in this program will apply toward an Associate of Applied Sci-
ence Degree in General Technology.

HOSPITALITY
The Hospitality Program addresses core knowledge and skills MEDICAL PROFESSIONS/HEALTH SCIENCE
in hotel, lodging, housekeeping, and food services manage-
ment. Students will successfully apply learned theory and prin- This program is designed to introduce students to multiple func-
tions in health care settings from routine office procedures to
ciples in practical applications relevant to the hospitality indus- administering medications as directed by the physician. Com-
try. Upon successful completion of all program requirements, pleters will be ready for entry level positions in doctors’ offices
students will have earned a Certificate of Proficiency in Food and health clinics.
Service Management. In addition, college credit earned in this
program will apply toward the Associate of Applied Science in
Hospitality Management.

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