Curriculum
TTC’s general education core curriculum is derived from the belief that quantitative reasoning, information literacy and global citizenship are essential workplace competencies and provide the necessary foundation for lifelong learning. To foster the development of these essential competencies, the general education core curriculum provides students with a broad knowledge base and exposure to various disciplines’ perspectives and methodologies.
General Education Competencies
Quantitative Reasoning: The ability to think critically and apply basic empirical skills to interpret and solve problems that are relevant to real-world experiences.
Information Literacy: The ability to conduct valid research, synthesize findings and communicate effectively in written, spoken or visual modalities.
Global Citizenship: The ability to develop intercultural awareness of regional, national and global communities.
Associate Degree Requirements
Every associate degree at Trident Technical College is designed to promote the success of our graduates, whether in their careers or their next academic program. In support of that goal, associate degree programs include general education courses, courses specific to their degree and courses that provide training in technology appropriate to the student’s career field.
General Education Requirements
To graduate with an associate degree, candidates must meet the core curriculum requirements specified in their program. All programs identify core courses from each of the following categories for a minimum of 15 hours of general education.
Program Exit Examination
Associate degree programs may require graduation applicants to complete a nonpunitive exit examination. Students required to take an examination will be notified by mail.
College Policies
Any exceptions to the academic guidelines contained in this catalog will be at the discretion of the Vice President for Academic Affairs.
