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TechSAS Tracks (Technical Skills Assessment Series)
TechSAS Tracks
Strengthen career readiness in high school students
Foster college-going, college success, and college persistence
Offer opportunities for traditionally underserved students to succeed in college and career
Increase student application of science and mathematics
TSTC System
• State-funded, two-year institution
• Associate of applied science degrees
• Certificates of completion
• Four main campuses and three extension centers
TSTC Marshall
•2011FA 818 Students
Workforce Development
Assessment Center
•Assess existing skills
•Award College Course Credit
•Award Marketable Skills Awards
•Award Certificates of Completion/Degrees
TechSAS Tracks
Strengthen career readiness in high school students
Foster college-going, college success, and college persistence
Offer opportunities for traditionally underserved students to succeed in college and career
Increase student application of science and mathematics
The Tracks
Industrial Maintenance Combination Welding
Medical Office Technology
Office Technology
Computer Systems Network Administration
Computer Systems Desktop Support
Computer Aided Manufacturing
Computer Aided Drafting
Diesel I
Benefits
Students ISDCareer Ready Job Skills No Special Instructor
Credentials
Relevant Education No External Oversight
Advanced College Credit No Articulation Agreements
Higher Grade Points Dropout Prevention
Employability Skills Perkins Accountability
High school to career or High school to college transition
TEC 28.009 (12 hour college Credit offerings)
1. 80% fastest growing jobs require some post-secondary education
2. Technical jobs are growing 5 times as fast as other occupations
3. The economy will grow in a community that produces a skilled, competitive workforce
