The programs of study (curricula) for the Associate in Science degree at Chipola include many courses that are transferable to Florida colleges and universities. Each AS degree contains a minimum of 15 hours of general education courses, all of which are transferable. All Associate in Science degree students must complete the required English and mathematics courses with a grade of “C” or higher. Courses designated [O] in the “course description” section of this catalog may not transfer. Interested students should check with Student Affairs or a departmental academic advisor for additional information and assistance. To access specific academic pathways check the college website.
Business Administration - Program Code 2185
This curriculum prepares students for employment as managers in a variety of business environments such as an owner/manager for a small business, or for continued education beyond the Associate degree level. Students who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in any area of business at a four-year college or university may instead fulfill the Associate in Arts degree requirements for a major in Business at the chosen transfer school. All courses taken in this Associate in Science degree are transferable to state universities in Florida. Additional hours of specific general education courses, the Gordon Rule and GEE requirements would be needed to earn an Associate in Arts degree.
A minimum of 60 semester credit hours is needed to graduate with an AS degree in Business Administration from Chipola College.
Business Administration Academic Pathway
Civil Engineering Technology - Program Code 2178
The Civil Engineering Technology program provides students with the skills and knowledge required to enter the field of civil engineering as a technologist or a technician. The focus of this program is in the area of building & material systems, site development, and surveying. Significant emphasis is placed on the CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) capability required to interact with today’s GPS and GIS Mapping associated with modern surveying processes to define property boundaries, highway rights of way, parking lots, retention ponds, residential development, and elevations. Further emphasis is placed on site investigation, soil foundation design, soil properties, compaction and stabilization of soils. The content also includes legal considerations, employability skills, hydrology, engineering and math training to prepare the student for further education and careers in the Architecture and Construction career cluster. The Autodesk Certificates can be tested for upon competencies learned within this program.
A minimum of 60 semester credit hours is needed to graduate with an AS degree in Civil Engineering Technology from Chipola College.
Civil Engineering Technology Academic Pathway
Computer Information Technology - Program Code 2172
This program prepares students for entry-level positions as microcomputer support specialists, help desk representatives, and software application technicians. Content includes topics and skills emphasized in various industry certifications including the CompTIA A+, Security+, and Network+, as well as various Microsoft network certifications (MTA, MTICP). Students holding valid current IT industry certifications should contact a departmental advisor about credit that may be awarded for selected courses based on such certifications.
A minimum of 60 semester credit hours is needed to graduate with an AS degree in Computer Engineering Technology from Chipola College.
Computer Information Technology Academic Pathway
Dental Hygiene - Program Code 9096
Articulation Agreement between Chipola and Tallahassee Community College
Chipola College and Tallahassee Community College have an articulation agreement that allows students who attend Chipola and meet the stated prerequisites and criteria to enroll in the Dental Hygiene Program at Tallahassee Community College. Check with Tallahassee Community College for application deadlines.
Students should contact the Technology and Professional Programs Division, Tallahassee Community College, 444 Appleyard Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32304, (850) 201-0695 to obtain an application packet and should indicate they wish to enroll under the articulation agreement with Chipola College when the application is submitted. The application process should begin at least one year in advance of anticipated enrollment at TCC.
Early Childhood Education - Program Code 2197
This curriculum, leading to the Associate in Science degree, is designed for persons seeking employment in the child care field. Students who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in early childhood or elementary education at a four-year college or university should fulfill the Associate in Arts degree requirements for the chosen transfer school.
A minimum of 60 semester credit hours is needed to graduate with an AS degree in Early Childhood Education from Chipola College.
Early Childhood Education Academic Pathway
Emergency Medical Services - Program Code 2190
The EMS degree program is designed as an option for anyone seeking a career in the EMS, fire, and/or public safety. Even though a career in this field can be obtained by certificate programs, future promotion in these fields requires individuals to obtain an AS degree. Chipola’s AS degree in EMS requires successful completion of the Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic certificate programs in addition to the general education requirements. Potential employment for those trained in the EMS career tiers are available in both the public and private industries and include fire departments, non-emergency patient transportation companies, EMS services, hospital emergency departments, industrial health and safety organizations, and various other public safety related companies or agencies. Typically, EMS professionals who have attained an AS degree, promote to work in educational, administrative, or advanced clinical settings.
This is a limited access, limited enrollment program. All selected applicants are required to submit a completed FDLE background check and drug screen. All pre-requisite coursework must be completed and all supporting documents on file by deadline. Students must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA or higher in all program courses.
Emergency Medical Services Academic Pathway
Engineering Technology - Program Code 2187
The purpose of the Engineering Technology AS program is to prepare students for employment or provide additional training for persons previously or currently employed in the manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, or other related industries. This degree is a planned sequence of instruction with one common core and several specializations; we are now offering Advanced Manufacturing specialization with a Hydraulics/Pneumatics/Motors certificate. Engineering Technology AS degree holders can transfer to a number of BAS degrees offered in Florida’s colleges and universities. The ET Core is MSSC (Manufacturing Skills Standards Council) CPT (Certified Production Technican) aligned. This program has a solid Industrial Maintenance component in order to equip mechanical and electrical technicians, but also includes the Advanced Manufacturing elements to prepare plant operations personnel for the current high-tech requirements. Topics include communication skills, technical competency, safe and efficient work practices and a combination of theory and laboratory activities to gain the necessary cognitive and manipulative skills to support engineering design, processes, production, testing, and product quality.
A minimum of 60 semester credit hours is needed to graduate with an AS degree in Engineering Technoloy from Chipola College.
Engineering Technology Academic Pathway
Industrial Management Technology - Program Code 2158
The Industrial Management Technology program is designed to prepare students for initial employment with occupational title as industrial (supervisory) manager. This degree will make individuals more marketable in all facets of industry, retail, commercial, small business and military commands. Students who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in any area of business at a four-year college or university may instead fulfill the Associate in Arts degree requirements for a major in Business at the chosen transfer school. All courses taken in this Associate in Science degree are transferable to state universities in Florida. Additional hours of specific general education courses, the Gordon Rule and GEE requirements would be needed to earn an Associate in Arts degree.
A minimum of 60 semester credit hours is needed to graduate with an AS degree in Industrial Management Technology from Chipola College.
Industrial Management Technology Academic Pathway
Networking Systems Technology - Program Code 2181, 2182, and 2183
This program prepares students for entry-level positions as network support technicians, network administrators, network security personnel, and digital forensic technicians. Content includes topics and skills emphasized in various industry certifications including the CompTIA A+, Security+, and Network+ as well as various Microsoft network certifications. Students holding valid current IT industry certifications should contact a departmental advisor about credit that may be awarded for selected courses based on such certifications.
This academic plan is set up for fall initial enrollment. Students in this program must work closely with a departmental advisor for proper course sequencing. Students who need to complete developmental reading, math, and/or writing courses, or who plan to enter during spring or summer or attend part-time should contact a departmental advisor about recommended sequence.
All coursework in this program can be counted toward the AS degree in Network Systems Technology from Chipola College. Students who plan to pursue an AS or AA degree can complete general education requirements concurrently while completing the courses in this program. Students desiring both AS and AA degrees will need additional credit hours of general education courses beyond the requirements for the AS degree and need to fulfill GEE test requirements for the AA.
A minimum of 60 semester credit hours is needed to graduate with an AS degree in Network Systems Technology from Chipola College.
Network Systems Technology: Network Security Academic Pathway
Network Systems Technology: Digital Forensics Academic Pathway
Network Systems Technology: Network Server Administration Academic Pathway
Nursing (RN) - Admission - Program Code 2194
All coursework in the Associate in Science degree in Nursing must be completed with a grade of “C” or higher.
The Associate Degree Nursing program is a limited enrollment, 72-credit hour program, approved by the Florida Board of Nursing and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Chipola College ADN program admits students twice a year during the fall & spring semesters. Current Nursing applications can be obtained online on the Chipola College Nursing site. Deadlines for fall and spring are listed online and on the college calendar.
Sports, Fitness, and Recreation Management - Program Code 2151
This degree prepares students for employment as recreation leaders, recreation supervisors, group recreation workers or recreation facility attendants. This program would also be beneficial for persons previously or currently employed in the above mentioned occupations. Appropriate courses taken in this Associate in Science degree are transferable to state colleges and universities in Florida. An additional 21 hours of specific general education courses, the Gordon Rule, and GEE requirements would be needed to earn an Associate in Arts degree.
A minimum of 60 semester credit hours is needed to graduate with an AS degree in Sports, Fitness, and Recreation Management from Chipola College.
Sports, Fitness, and Recreation Management Academic Pathway
Theatre and Entertainment Technology - Program Code 2165
This Associate in Science degree program prepares students for employment in the Theatre and Entertainment Technology field with an emphasis in Technical Theatre Production or for continued education beyond the Associate degree level. Students who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Technical Theatre should fulfill the Associate in Arts requirements for the chosen transfer school.
Possible occupations include actor/actress, stage hand, managing director, director, makeup artist, property manager, producer, wardrobe mistress, public relations manager, playwright, writer, stage manager, teacher, light designer/technician, scenery painter, drama critic, scene designer, box office manager, artistic director, sound technician, house manager.
A minimum of 64 semester credit hours is needed to graduate with an AS degree in Theatre and Entertainment Technology from Chipola College.
Theatre and Entertainment Technology Academic Pathway