Applied Technology

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The Applied Technology Field of Interest programs give you the hands-on skills you need to design, develop, or repair high-tech equipment and processes. Students studying in these areas often find work after completing introductory classes and are able to expand their knowledge, skills, and education while earning a livable wage.

Maricopa Community Colleges offers programs in automotive repair, HVAC, airline operations, CAD, construction, welding, electronics repair, electrical technologies, and much more. Classes are scheduled to accommodate both full-time and working students and align to industry standards.

If you are ready to find the Applied Technology program that is right for you, select the option below that meets your current goals.

Note: If a degree or certificate is listed more than once, refer to the most recent Effective Date for current course requirements. Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.

Associate Degrees and University Transfer

The Associate degrees in this list give you the opportunity for an in-depth study of your chosen field.

Many of our Associate degrees will also transfer to a four-year university upon graduation. With these, you can complete most of your general education coursework at Maricopa Community Colleges and have guaranteed acceptance to one of our over 40 university and college partners to complete your Bachelor's degree.

Be sure to check with your advisor if you plan to move on to a four-year university to ensure your degree program credits will successfully transfer.

Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.

Certificates

A certificate prepares you for entry-level work in your chosen field and requires fewer classes than our bachelor's degrees, Associate degrees, or university transfer options. There are several types of certificates available, including career, trade, and academic certificates.

Credits earned in a certificate program can often be used toward an Associate degree. For more information, speak with an advisor.

Fast Track Certificate, which can be completed in two semesters or less.
Air Conditioning and Electrical Accessories
Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle
Automotive Brake Systems
Automotive Chassis
Automotive Drive Train
Automotive Electrical, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems
Automotive Electronic/Electrical Systems
Automotive Engine and Operations Management
Automotive Engine Management and Repair
Automotive Engine Repair
Automotive Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems
Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair
Automotive Manual Drive Train and Axles
Automotive Service
Automotive Steering and Suspension
Basic Automotive Repair
CNC Machine Operator
CNC Machining I
CNC Machining I (Day)
CNC Machining I (Night)
CNC Machining II
Collision Repair Technician (Day)
Construction Trades: Electrical, Commercial and Residential (Day)
Electrical Technology - Commercial Wiring
Electrical Technology - Industrial Wiring
Electrical Technology - Residential Wiring
Engine Performance and Diagnosis
Environmental Science Technology
HVAC Commercial Installation and Service Technician
HVAC Residential Installation and Service Technician
HVAC Residential Installation and Service Technician (Day)
Industrial Design Technology: Design Specialist
Quality Assurance
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Welding: Fundamentals (20 Hours Per Week)
Welding: Fundamentals (Day)
Welding: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Ferrous and Non-Ferrous (20 Hours Per Week)
Welding: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Ferrous and Non-Ferrous (Day)
Welding: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Pipe (20 Hours Per Week)
Welding: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Pipe (Day)

View all Applied Technology programs offered at Maricopa Community Colleges.