B.A.S. in Applied Engineering
General Information
Welcome to the BAS Applied Engineering program at Bemidji State University. This web site has a number of sections that will provide information on courses, degree requirements, advising, scheduling, registration and more. Please take some time to become acquainted with these pages, and refer to them periodically as information will change.
The B.A.S. degree in Applied Engineering at Bemidji State University is a “2 + 2” degree program available to individuals who have an interest in engineering related career fields. The degree has been specifically designed to provide an opportunity to build directly upon an individual’s past education if they possess either a certificate, diploma or 2-year technical degree. Individuals who do not have prior college level education will also be able to complete degree requirements, but may need to complete some technical courses on campus.
Course work is relevant and practical to a wide range of workplace settings connected with engineering activities. It builds upon a student’s technical expertise as well as past and current work experience to enhance their competencies in engineering types of activities found in a wide range of business and industry. Completion of the degree will to open doors of opportunity for professional advancement and leadership positions.
If you have you earned an A.S., A.A.S degree, or a diploma in a technical field, and are looking for an opportunity to:
- improve your professional qualifications
- apply for a promotion, but lack the degree requirements
- assume a leadership role with your employer
- prepare yourself for new career opportunities related to engineering
- Complete a 4-year degree
Then this is a program designed specifically for you! With a “2 + 2” track, this means that you are able to apply many of the credits you have earned in a 2-year A.S., A.A.S., or diploma toward a 4-year degree. If you do not possess a technical college degree, you will need to complete at least 26 technical courses either at Bemidji State University or at a technical college.
There are also two delivery options available for you to complete this program, either on-campus as a full time student, or off-campus as a part time student via the web if you are currently employed. Click on either the On Campus B.A.S. or the Off Campus B.A.S. to learn more about completing your degree on campus at Bemidji State University or completing your degree through a distance delivery option.
Contact Information
Dr. James R. McCracken, Coordinator, B.A.S. Technology Management
Bemidji State University
218-755-2998
jmccracken@bemidjistate.edu