Montana State University-Northern: College of Technical Sciences

College of Technical Sciences Mission & Uniqueness

Technicians with a formal education, excellent work ethic, life-long learning skills, and the ability to adapt to change are in short supply. Industry leaders continue to report that these are the necessary skills for the 21st century. The College of Technical Sciences (COTS) mission is to develop a source of professionally educated, highly skilled, and motivated employees for industry. These are the qualities that we strive to instill in our graduates. Administration and faculty look forward to working with industry leaders, discussing ideas, and implementing initiatives to create programs that ensures Northern graduates and North American industries will be in demand well into the future.

The COTS is a college with-in Montana State University-Northern and offers an array of technical degree programs under a unique umbrella which makes the school one of a kind in North America.

Certificate, Associate, and Bachelor's degrees in the Business Administration, Engineering and Technology, Mechanics, and the Trades
Programs in Workforce Development and Apprenticeship Related Training
Technical programs blended with liberal arts and general education all on the same campus
Professors and professional staff who are dedicated and understand education as well as industry needs
Cutting edge research in "Advanced Bio-Fuels"
Multiple program minors, emphasizes, and options that can respond to industries current needs
A COTS national advisory council
Technical programs matched with computer studies, business, electronics, design, and education

Advising Information
You (the student) are encouraged to meet with your advisor at the beginning of each semester to confirm your plan of study and make any necessary adjustments. Meeting with an advisor before registering for classes each semester prepares you to plan a schedule that meets your needs and assists you in completing requirements in an efficient manner.

Agriculture	Degrees	Minor	Other
Agricultural Mechanics Technology	AAS		DC**
Agricultural Operation's Technology	BS
Agricultural Technology	AAS
Applied Agriculture

Automotive	Degrees	Minor	Other
Automotive Technology	BS, AAS		CAS
Automotive Technology: Automotive Body	AAS		DC**
Automotive Technology Fast Track	AAS
Ford Maintenance & Light Repair			MTP**
Toyota T-Ten			MTP**

Business	Degrees	Minor	Other
Accounting
Business Administration	BS
Program of Study in Business Technology	AS
Marketing: Technical Sales and Service
Small Business Management

Computers	Degrees	Minor	Other
Computer Information Systems	BS, AAS

Drafting	Degrees	Minor	Other
Design Drafting Technology	BS, AAS

Diesel	Degrees	Minor	Other
Diesel Technology	BS, AAS
Diesel Technology: Field Maintenance Option	BS

Engineering Technology	Degrees	Minor	Other
Civil Engineering Technology	BS, AAS
Industrial Technology (for teachers)	BSEd
Industrial Technology (non-teaching)	BS

Trades	Degrees	Minor	Other
Carpentry Technology	AAS		CAS
Electrical Technology	AAS		DC**
Land Survey Technology (GIS)			DC**
Plumbing Technology	AAS
Sustainable Energy Technology	AAS		CAS
Welding Technology			CAS

** Departmental Certificates and Manufacturer Training Programs are not University degrees.