The Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees are specifically designed to allow for the transfer and application of credits earned at Austin Community College to the bachelor degree requirements of most public colleges and universities. In addition, completion of the Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees at ACC also guarantees completion of the state-mandated core curriculum and the acceptance in transfer of a minimum of 42 semester credit hours toward the general education requirements in a bachelor’s degree program at all state supported higher education institutions in Texas.
Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts degree (A.A.) is available in the following majors:
Anthropology
Art
Creative Writing
Dance
Drama
Economics
English
Foreign Language
General Studies in Liberal Arts
Geography
Geographic Information Systems
Geography
Government
History
Journalism
Music
Philosophy
Psychology
Radio-Television-Film
Social Work
Sociology
Speech
Associate of Arts in Teaching
Education
8-12 Grade Levels
EC-4 and 4-8 Grade Levels
EC-4 Grade Levels-Early Childhood Specialization
Associate of Science
The Associate of Science degree differs from the Associate of Arts degree primarily in the amount or level of mathematics required for degree completion. The Associate of Science Degree is available in the following majors:
Anthropology
Archaeology
Biology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Computer Science
Computer Science
Computer Information Systems
Engineering
Environmental Science and Technology
Environmental Studies
General Studies in Science
Geology
Health and Kinesiology
Health
Kinesiology
Mathematics
Physics
PreMed
Pre-Dental/Pre-Medical/Pre-Pharmacy/Pre-Veterinary
Associate of Applied Science
The Associate of Applied Science degree, offered in technical programs, is designed to prepare students for immediate employment upon graduation. Within many of the technologies, short-term certificate programs, also preparation for employment, are offered which can be completed in less than two years. The Associate of Applied Science degree is available in the following majors:
Accounting
Accounting Specialist
Accounting Technician
Architectural and Engineering Computer Aided Design
Architectural Specialization
Electronic Graphics Specialization
Interdisciplinary Specialization
Mechanical Specialization
Auto Body Collision and Refi nishing
Automotive Technology
Biotechnology
Building Construction Technology
Construction Management
Business and Technical Communications
Business and Government Communications Specialization
Technical Communications
Child Development
Commercial Music Management
Computer Information Technology
Computer Programming
Computer Programming-Web Programming Specialization
Local Area Network Systems-Network Administration
Local Area Network Systems-Security Administration Specialization
Microcomputer Applications-Applications
Microcomputer Applications-User and Desktop Support Specialization
Criminal Justice
Corrections
Law Enforcement
Culinary Arts
Dental Hygiene
Diagnostic Medical Imaging-Radiology
Electronics and Advanced Technologies
Automation, Robotics and Controls Technology Specialization
Bioinstrumentation Technology Specialization
Networking/Computer Electronics
Electronics Technician Specialization
Engineering Technology Specialization
Power Technology Specialization
Renewable Energy Specialization
Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology Specialization
Emergency Medical Services Professions
Environmental Science and Technology
Environmental Technology
Financial Management
Mortgage Banking
Fire Protection
Fire Protection Technology
Game Development
Game and Visualization Programming Specialization
Game Art Specialization
Game Design Specialization
Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology
Hospitality Management
Baccalaureate Prep Specialization
Food and Lodging Specialization
Hotel and Lodging Specialization
Human Services
Addictions Counseling
General Human Services
Interpreter Preparation Program
Therapeutic Recreation
International Business
Jewelry
Land Surveying Technology/Geomatics
Management
Marketing
Fashion Merchandising
Marketing
Medical Laboratory Technology
Meeting and Events Planning Specialization
Nursing (Professional)
Nursing Mobility Track
Nursing Traditional Track
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Offi ce Administration
Administrative Assistant Specialization
Legal Administrative Assistant Specialization
Medical Administrative Assistant Specialization
Paralegal
Personal Fitness Trainer
Photographic Technology
Advertising-Fashion Focus
People-Portrait Focus
Physical Therapist Assistant
Real Estate
Real Estate Broker’s Licensing
Sonography
Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography (Echocardiography)
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Surgical Technology
Travel and Tourism
Visual Communication
2D Animation Specialization
3D Animation Specialization
3D Modeling Specialization
Graphic Arts Technology Specialization
Graphic Design Specialization
Interactive Design Specialization
Welding Technology
Art Metals
Code Welding
Advanced Technical Certificate
Biotechnology
Environmental Technology
Paralegal
Professional Accountant
Enhanced Skills Certificate
Automotive Technology
Child Development
Diagnostic Medical Imaging-Sonography
Vascular Technology
Marketing
Visual Communication
Illustration
Certificate
Accounting Clerk
Architectural and Engineering Computer Aided Design
Architectural and Engineering CAD
Civil CAD Specialization
Integrated Circuit Layout and Design Specialization
Auto Body Collision and Refi nishing
Auto Body Collision Repair
Auto Body Refi nishing
Automotive Technology
Automotive Brake & Suspension
Automotive Drive Train Specialist
Automotive Engine Performance Specialist
Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning
Automotive Technician
Marine Engine Repair
Motorcycle Repair
Small Engine Repair
Biotechnology
Building Construction Technology
Carpentry Specialization
Construction Manager
Woodworking
Business and Technical Communications
Business and Government Communications Specialization
Technical Communications
Child Development
Computer Information Technology
Computer Information Technology Database
Computer Programming–C++ Track
Computer Programming–Java Track
Local Area Network Systems Network Administration
Microcomputer Applications-User and Desktop Support
Web Developer Specialist
Criminal Justice
Texas Peace Offi cer Sequence
Culinary Arts
Culinarian
Culinary Arts
Diagnostic Medical Imaging-Radiology
Medical Resonance Imaging
Electronics and Advanced Technologies
Automation, Robotics and Controls Technology
Specialization
Bioinstrumentation Technology Specialization
Networking/Computer Electronics
Electronics Technician Specialization
Engineering Technology Specialization
Power Technology Specialization
Renewable Energy Specialization
Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology Specialization
Emergency Medical Services Professions
EMT Intermediate certificate
EMT Paramedic certificate
Financial Management
Mortgage Banking
Fire Protection
Firefi ghter
Game Development
Game Art
Game Design
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology
Hospitality Management
Human Services
Addictions Counseling
Addictions Counseling in the Criminal Justice System
American Sign Language Studies
Interpreter Preparation Program
Therapeutic Recreation
International Business
Jewelry
Land Surveying Technology/Geomatics
Management
Administrative Management
Management Specialties Leaderhip
Small Business Management
Marketing
Fashion Merchandising
Marketing
Medical Coding Specialist
Meeting and Events Planning
Meeting Planning
Nursing (Vocational)
Offi ce Administration
Administrative Assistant
Legal Administrative Assistant Specialization
Medical Administrative Assistant Specialization
Medical Offi ce Assistant Specialization
Offi ce Assistant
Software Applications Specialist
Personal Fitness Trainer
Fitness Specialist
Personal Fitness Trainer
Pharmacy Technician
Photographic Technology
Digital Assistant
Photographic Artist
Radio-Television-Film
Film/Video Production Management
Film/Video Production Technology
Real Estate
Surgical Technology
Travel and Tourism
Visual Communication
2D Animation
3D Animation
3D Modeling
Graphic Arts Technology
Graphic Design
Interactive Design
Online Web
Welding Technology
Art Metals
Inspection
Metal Sculpture
Pipe Welding
Plate Welding
Ultrahigh Purity Piping
Marketable Skills Award
Accounting
Accounting Specialist
Accounting Technician
Professional Accountant
Building Construction Technology
Child Development
Comprehensive CDA Training Program
Welding Technology
Inert Gas Welding
Institutional Certificate
Child Development
Academic CDA Training Program
Professional Recognition for Caregivers
Bioinstrumentation Technology Specialization
Electronics and Applied Technology
Renewable Energy Specialization
Medical Laboratory Technology
Molecular Diagnostics
Phlebotomy Technician
