Associate of Applied Science

American

[uh-soh-shee-it uhv uh-plahyd sahy-uhns] / əˈsoʊ ʃi ɪt əv əˈplaɪd ˈsaɪ əns /

noun

a two-year associate's degree granted by junior and community colleges as a qualification for certain careers, such as a laboratory technician, bookkeeper, or computer system administrator. A.A.S.

Etymology

Origin of Associate of Applied Science

First recorded in 1935–40

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Associate of Applied Science

Now 20, he will graduate this month from Richland with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in collision repair.

From Washington Times ● Jun. 1, 2017

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