The Bachelor of Applied Science degree with a major in Technology Administration is available for students who have completed an occupational oriented associate degree and are interested in pursuing further studies to advance in a technology-management related career. The degree accommodates students from diverse disciplines whose associate degree academic major does not easily lead to a bachelor’s degree.

The nature of the program affords the flexibility to meet the needs of students from many technical backgrounds who desire to develop or expand skills to enhance their career opportunities. The curriculum is designed to complement the students’ technical and professional skills by providing foundation studies in technological, leadership and management topics. A minor is required that provides additional knowledge and experience. All courses in the major are offered completely on-line using a variety of instructional approaches addressing different learning styles. Interested students should contact the School of Applied Studies for specific requirements or visit: https://www.washburn.edu/academics/college-schools/applied-studies/departments/allied-health/bas/index.html

Mission

The Technology Administration Program develops managers, team leaders, supervisors and other professionals who understand technology; its impact on humanity; and use tools, techniques, and systems to enhance their effectiveness in a global, competitive environment.

Washburn University Assessment – Program Student Learning Outcomes

Technology Administration students at Washburn University, upon graduation, are expected to be able to:

• PSLO 1: Demonstrate the impact that technology has on the individual, society, and civilization.
• PSLO 2: Apply the current legal decisions and organization policies to the development and management of technology.
• PSLO 3: Apply life cycle system development methods to reduce risks associated with management decisions.
• PSLO 4: Demonstrate the application of process and behavior data to improve efficiency in a production environment.
• PSLO 5: Identify the core competencies of effective project management and demonstrate how skilled project managers are crucial to an organization.
• PSLO 6: Select quality indicators that can be used to modify inputs and impact measured system outputs in a management operation.
• PSLO 7: Demonstrate competence in the use of the skills required for analyzing, communicating and problem solving complex and unpredictable situations where the management of technology is a central issue.
• PSLO 8: Demonstrate oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work in teams.

Major

The major for this degree consists of an integrative core of technological and management courses. This sequence of courses focuses on personnel management, organizational systems, personal leadership, the evolution and impact of technology, systems design and evaluation, safety issues and quality assurance, and a capstone technology project.  Elective classes focus on the role of technology in relation to the natural world, tools to look forward to the role technology will take, the design and application of technology policy, individual and in-depth research, the process of planning for technology including project management, and individualized internships.

Minor Options

Recommend minor options include Business Administration, Communication Studies, Health Services Administration or Public Administration. Specific course requirements for the minors appear in the information below. For assistance, in declaring a minor, please contact the:

Brenneman School of Business office ​(785) 670-1308;

Communication Studies office (785) 670-2230;

Health Services Administration office (785) 670-2170 or, 

Public Administration office (785) 670-1737.

Applied Science/Technology Area

This section of the degree program relates to the major courses from the student’s associate degree. Because of the diverse nature of associate degree programs, credit hour completion of technical related courses could range up to 48 credit hours.

Admission Requirements

Candidates for admission to the Bachelor of Applied Science degree program with a major in Technology Administration must meet the following requirements:

• Completion of a certificate or an associate degree from an accredited institution.
• A cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4-point scale on the associate degree and with a grade of “C” or higher in all major and related courses.
• Contact the Technology Administration Program coordinator for advising.

Technology Administration Degree Requirements

In addition to the requirements stated below, students must complete a certificate or associate degree in a technical area, an additional 31-32 hours of General Education, and any additional hours needed to reach the minimum 120 credit hours required for graduation. Some of the courses below may also fulfill general education requirements. Please see your advisor for more information. 

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