Williston State College

Accounting

The WSC Accounting program is continually growing and jobs in the field are abundant. Accounting is currently one of the top associate's degree in the country. After a two year program with WSC, students will be fully prepared to obtain a local job in the field. The objective of the Accounting program is to provide graduates with the necessary skills to qualify for positions in places like accounting firms, financial institutions, small businesses, manufacturing companies, and schools.

Agriculture

The objective of the Agriculture program is to prepare students for a career in a variety of fields associated with Agriculture. Students will be given the opportunity to pursue and Agriculture degree with one career-oriented focus. Students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to work in an agriculture-specific field.

Business Management

Business management as a career is a transferable skill. Managers often take their expertise from one type of organization to another, from manufacturing to travel and tourism industries. Managers are decision makers. They set goals and policies as a business executive and direct others in sales, purchases, accounting, production, and research.

Cyber Security

The Cybersecurity AAS degree is designed to provide a comprehensive program to develop a skilled workforce in the field of cyber security. The curriculum covers: preserving information confidentiality and protection, risk management, data and system integrity, availability, authenticity and utility.

Cyber Security (Certificate of Completion)

The Cybersecurity AAS degree is designed to provide a comprehensive program to develop a skilled workforce in the field of cyber security. The curriculum covers: preserving information confidentiality and protection, risk management, data and system integrity, availability, authenticity and utility.

Cyber Security (Program Certificate)

The Cybersecurity AAS degree is designed to provide a comprehensive program to develop a skilled workforce in the field of cyber security. The curriculum covers: preserving information confidentiality and protection, risk management, data and system integrity, availability, authenticity and utility.

Dakota Associate Degree Nursing Program

The Dakota Associate Degree Nursing program is designed to be a 1+1 nursing program in which completion of the first year meets the requirements for a practical nursing certificate and completion of the second year of this program meets the requirements for an AAS degree in Nursing. Students must be an LPN with an unencumbered USA license or be in the final process of completion of the Dakota Practical Nursing program.

Dakota Practical Nursing Program

The Dakota Practical Nursing program prepares students to work as licensed practical nurses (LPN) under the supervision of a registered nurse, physician, or dentist. LPNs perform acts utilizing specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities for people in a variety of settings (2003 ND Nurse Practice Act). Employment is found in hospitals, nursing homes, health centers, and clinics, as well as in a variety of other settings. This program of study leads to a Certificate.

Diesel Technology

The employment possibilities in the transportation field have more than doubled over the past 10 years. Employment areas include trucking, heavy equipment, implement repair, railroads, and automotive. Positions include shop technician, shop foreman, service managers, company service representatives, and private shop owners.

Diesel Technology - Basic Heavy Duty Vehicle Maintenance

The employment possibilities in the transportation field have more than doubled over the past 10 years. Employment areas include trucking, heavy equipment, implement repair, railroads, and automotive. Positions include shop technician, shop foreman, service managers, company service representatives, and private shop owners.

Diesel Technology - Heavy Duty Vehicle Systems

The employment possibilities in the transportation field have more than doubled over the past 10 years. Employment areas include trucking, heavy equipment, implement repair, railroads, and automotive. Positions include shop technician, shop foreman, service managers, company service representatives, and private shop owners.

Diesel Technology - Heavy Duty Vehicle Technician

The employment possibilities in the transportation field have more than doubled over the past 10 years. Employment areas include trucking, heavy equipment, implement repair, railroads, and automotive. Positions include shop technician, shop foreman, service managers, company service representatives, and private shop owners.

Electronics & Industrial Controls

Recent industry surveys show a growing need in Instrumentation & Electronics (I&E) and Automation technicians in North Dakota. Local energy and food companies have visited WSC CTE with information sessions to tell students about career opportunities available and benefits offered by employers in this field. Student interest is on the rise, and there is a need for a program with a stronger focus on Electronics, Instrumentation and Automated Controls.

Information Technology

The Information Technology program is designed to prepare students with a solid foundation in computer diagnosis and repair, network administration, server installation and administration, and technology security. In addition, students will have the opportunity to receive training in computer programming, web and graphic design and automation technology.

Internet of Things (IoT)

The Internet of Things Associate in Applied Science degree program provides students with skills needed to apply the IoT concepts in the area of computers, networking, robotics, cyber security and automation.

Liberal Arts (A.A.)

Associate in Arts degrees are awarded to students who complete courses consisting of diverse, introductory level material in preparation for transfer to baccalaureate programs. The basis of study is in communications, the humanities and social sciences, mathematics, science, computer science, and wellness. The primary areas of emphasis are the humanities and social sciences.

Liberal Arts (A.S.)

Associate in Science degrees are awarded to students who complete courses consisting of diverse, introductory level material in preparation for transfer to baccalaureate programs. The basis of study is in communications, the humanities and social sciences, mathematics, science, computer science, and wellness. The primary areas of emphasis are mathematics, science, and computer science.

Massage Therapy

The mission of the Massage Therapy program is to prepare students to become practicing entry-level massage therapists. Massage therapists use the art of massage and other complementary modalities for treatment of body dysfunction and general wellness benefits. Graduates will work with a wide variety of neuromusculoskeletal conditions and provide clients massage for general relaxation.

Massage Therapy

The mission of the Massage Therapy program is to prepare students to become practicing entry-level massage therapists. Massage therapists use the art of massage and other complementary modalities for treatment of body dysfunction and general wellness benefits. Graduates will work with a wide variety of neuromusculoskeletal conditions and provide clients massage for general relaxation.

Petroleum Technology & Automation

Degrees and Certificates in Petroleum Technology & Automation are designed to provide students with the necessary curriculum for jobs in the industry. Training and coursework provide a diversity of knowledge that can be applied to many areas of the petroleum industry. The prescribed coursework will be a combination of core academic courses and highly specialized technical classes. Safety practices and training are an important part of the program.

Petroleum Technology & Automation - Automation & Control (Certificate of Completion)

The Automation and Control Technician path is composed of two different certificates: Certificate of Completion (COC) and the Program Certificate (PC). Sixteen additional credit hours of coursework beyond the COC are required. All the courses completed in the COC are part of the PC. Coursework will be completed in SCADA fundamentals, networks and wiring, process control, control system installation, and troubleshooting.

Petroleum Technology & Automation - Automation & Control (Program Certificate)

The Automation and Control Technician path is composed of two different certificates: Certificate of Completion (COC) and the Program Certificate (PC). Sixteen additional credit hours of coursework beyond the COC are required. All the courses completed in the COC are part of the PC. Coursework will be completed in SCADA fundamentals, networks and wiring, process control, control system installation, and troubleshooting.

Petroleum Technology & Automation - Lease Operator (Certificate of Completion)

The Lease Operator COC path can be completed in one semester. All the courses completed in the COC are part of the PC.

Petroleum Technology & Automation - Lease Operator (Program Certificate)

Degrees and Certificates in Petroleum Technology & Automation are designed to provide students with the necessary curriculum for jobs in the industry. Training and coursework provide a diversity of knowledge that can be applied to many areas of the petroleum industry. The prescribed coursework will be a combination of core academic courses and highly specialized technical classes. Safety practices and training are an important part of the program.

Sport & Recreation Management

With increased national demand in the health and wellness field, the need for experts in the sport and recreation field is increasing. Within the Williston region, there has been significant growth in demand for recreation facilities and employees for these facilities. Students in this field will be able to demonstrate an understanding of how to manage sport and recreation facilities, assess and promote community recreational needs.

Welding Technology

Students enrolled in this certificate program will be trained in SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, Oxyfuel cutting and welding, and blueprint reading.

Welding Technology

The need for energy has created a global explosion in manufacturing, energy, and exploration. Skilled welders are needed more than ever to supply the needs of these different areas. Students have the option of either a 1-year certificate or a 2-year degree.

Welding Technology - Metal Inert Gas

The need for energy has created a global explosion in manufacturing, energy, and exploration. Skilled welders are needed more than ever to supply the needs of these different areas. Students have the option of either a 1-year certificate or a 2-year degree.

Welding Technology - Shielded Metal Arc

The need for energy has created a global explosion in manufacturing, energy, and exploration. Skilled welders are needed more than ever to supply the needs of these different areas. Students have the option of either a 1-year certificate or a 2-year degree.