Would you like to prepare for entry-level career opportunities in the fields of business, computer information systems, heating, ventilating & air conditioning or real estate marketing? The Associate degree programs offered at Terra Community College can help you develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in these fields.
Business, Engineering Technology & Workforce Development Majors
Accounting Degree Programs
Terra Community College offers Associate degree programs with concentrations in:
- Accounting –The Associate of Applied Business in accounting degree prepares students for entry-level career opportunities in the field. Students in this program can learn more about financial and managerial accounting, fraud examination, auditing and more.
- Financial Services- This program offers advanced training for individuals that already work in the financial services field, and is also ideal for those wishing to pursue entry-level opportunities. In this program, students can learn more about risk management, personal selling and installment credit and commercial lending.
The Associate of applied science in architectural construction management degree program offers students an introduction to renewable energy and sustainable architecture in addition to basic traditional architecture and construction management courses. Students can learn about architectural drafting, building systems, site planning and more.
Business Transfer Degree Program
The Associate of Science in Business degree program was designed for students who wish to pursue advanced studies in business at a four-year college. Courses in this degree program include business law, technical writing for business and industry, marketing and more.
Computer Systems Degree Programs
Terra College is proud to offer computer systems associate degree programs with concentrations in:
- Computer Information Systems - Upon completion of this computer information systems degree program, students should be able to code and develop both windows and web based application components, navigate and/or configure multiple operating system platforms and effectively configure and troubleshoot computer and networking hardware and software.
- Desktop Support Management – In this degree program, students will learn technical support tasks for business software applications in both a networked and stand-alone environment. Courses include microcomputers, DSM capstone, server management and more.
- Systems and Networking Support - The Associate of Applied Business in Systems and Networking Support degree is ideal for those who enjoy problem-solving, and troubleshooting hardware, software and connectivity issues. In this program, students will have the chance to learn about visual programming, Windows scripting, server management and more.
Digital Arts & Media Design Degree Programs
Terra’s Digital Arts & Media Design degree programs include:
- 3-D Animation - This 3-D animation associate degree program incorporates design skills, technical training, as well as critical thinking skills in its curriculum. Students in this program can learn more about Web design, visual communication, 3-D computer animation and much more.
- Design for Print- Students in this design and photography focused program can develop the ability to solve communication problems with a technical/creative approach. Traditional and computerized applications to various media are also studied in theory and practice.
- Web Design - This Associate degree program in Web Design will prepare students to enter the world of e-commerce including the areas of web site design, programming support and management. Students will learn more about things like digital photography, flash for web design, 3-D computer animation and digital creation and editing.
Electrical Degree Programs
Our Electrical degree programs include:
- Electrical Engineering Technology Transfer Program- The Science in Electrical Engineering Technology transfer program is a good start for those who want to prepare for entry-level work in the field. It also is the foundation for those wanting to continue their studies in Electric Engineering Technology at a four-year college. Students will learn more about AC and DC circuits, digital circuits and electronics.
- Electricity-Power & Controls- In the industrial electricity degree program, students receive hands-on training on programmable controllers (PLC),AC/DC motors and generators, transformers, test equipment, basic hydraulic systems and industrial wiring practices according to the National Electrical Code. Courses in this degree program include electricity, electrical codes and prints and programmable controllers.
Those who graduate with the Associate of Applied Science in HVAC degree will be well-prepared to install and service residential and light commercial HVAC equipment along with light commercial refrigeration equipment. Students in this degree program will also learn more about electricity for HVAC, electronics for HVAC, troubleshooting and refrigeration.
Management Degree Programs
Terra offers the following Management concentrations:
- Agribusiness Management- This degree program allows students to explore their interests in agriculture. Students will learn how to combine business management skills with their agricultural skills so they can pursue new opportunities in the field of agribusiness. Courses in this degree program include agronomy and soil science, crop and pest management and business ethics.
- Business Management- The Associate of Applied Business in Business Management degree provides a well-rounded background in various business principles with a focus on accounting, management, marketing, computer skills, as well as general math, communication and business social skills. Students in this business management degree program will learn more about financial accounting, human resources management and managerial accounting.
- Hospitality Management- The hospitality field provides a great deal of jobs for Ottawa County. Those looking to break into the field can develop the knowledge and skills needed to pursue entry-level opportunities with the Associate of Applied Business in Hospitality management. Students in this program will learn more about risk management, food and beverage safety, organizational behavior and leadership development.
- Industrial Supervision- This degree program gives students a well-rounded background in team processes, customer service, auditing, process improvement, organizational behavior, lean manufacturing and business ethics. Courses in this program include Risk Management, Business Ethics, Customer Service and Auditing and Effective Teams and Processes.
Manufacturing Engineering Degree Programs
- Manufacturing Technology - An Associate Degree of Applied Science in Manufacturing Technology is ideal for those who are in an apprenticeship program, or those who have completed one and want to earn an Associate degree. Students in this program will learn more about the machining process, hydraulics, safety and materials.
- Mechanical Engineering Technology- Sstudents can learn how to prepare drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) to completely describe a part for manufacture, including views and tolerances in the associate of applied science in mechanical engineering technology degree program. They can also learn how to produce parts using various types of manual machines, how to complete a design from start to finish.
Marketing Degree Programs
Terra offers the following Marketing degree concentrations:
- Marketing–The curriculum of this associate degree program covers retail and industrial sales, sales management, advertising, public relations, buying and marketing research. Students in this program will learn more about marketing, personal selling, small business development, marketing management and public relations.
- Real Estate– The Real Estate Major allows students to apply the marketing skills learned to the real estate field by combining this instruction with specific real estate classes. Courses in this program include principles and practices of real Estate, real estate Law and Real Estate Finance.
The Nuclear Power Technology (NPT) program prepares students for employment in specific areas within a nuclear power plant. The technical curriculum is designed around direct specifications from the nuclear power industry. Students in this program will learn more about nuclear industry fundamental concepts, nuclear plant drawings, radiation protection and detection and thermo-fluid science.
Office Administration Degree Programs
Terra offers two Office Administration concentrations:
- Executive Office Administration– The executive office administration curriculum prepares individuals for positions in administrative support. It also helps to equip office professionals to respond to the demands of a dynamic computerized workplace. Students in this program will learn more about management, document formatting, office procedures and personal and professional development.
- Medical Office Administration – Coursework in this medical office administration degree program includes anatomy and physiology, computer systems, document formatting, medical billing, medical coding, medical terminology and other career-relevant classes.
Terra’s plastics technology program gives students the chance develop broad background starting in resin manufacturing and continuing through to the many processing methods needed to produce finished plastic articles. Courses in this degree program include plastic processes, blueprint reading, introduction to color and plastics material testing.
The Power Technologies program offers entry-level and advanced instruction, with an emphasis on the analysis and diagnosis of modern gasoline and diesel vehicles. Students in this degree program can learn more about fuel and emissions systems, automotive power train, braking systems and drivability.
In this technology program, students will learn about industrial automation in applications (engineering) positions, as well as service (maintenance) type positions. Students in this degree program will also learn about robotics, hydraulics, servo systems and flex cell design.
Through Terra’s applied science in welding degree program, students can learn about a wide range of topics like oxyfuel and plasma arc cutting applications to advanced courses in pipe welding. Courses in this program include advanced materials joining systems, welding codes and procedures, blueprint reading and safety.
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If you have questions about our degree programs, please contact us at (866)–AT-TERRA, or (866)-288-3772. You can also email us at Admissions Enrollment Services
The Business, Engineering Technology & Workforce Development Division offices are located in Building E, Room 107.