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Applied Technology

Barton’s Applied Technology program equips students with the skills, knowledge, and academic foundation to excel in both military and civilian careers. In the military, the program strengthens leadership, critical thinking, and technical expertise—enhancing your effectiveness in current roles and preparing you for advancement. This degree path builds transferable skills in communication, problem-solving, and management, opening doors to opportunities in fields such as business, public service, and emergency management. Designed for flexibility, the program offers credit-eligible options that recognize your service and experience, helping you seamlessly advance in your career path—whether in uniform or the civilian workforce.

To learn more about Barton's Military programs and training opportunities, visit military.bartonccc.edu!

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Barton Benefits

Barton’s Military Studies program offers flexible, online options designed to honor your experience, support your goals, and prepare you for your next mission—whether in service or beyond. Train for tomorrow, with credit for what you’ve done today.

Why Barton?
  • Flexible Online Options – Complete your coursework from anywhere with our fully online programs, designed to fit your schedule.
  • Military Friendly – We understand the unique needs of military students and provide credit for prior training and experience.
  • Fast-Track Your Future – Choose from a one-year certificate or a two-year associate degree to match your career goals and timeline.
  • Expert Faculty – Learn from instructors with real-world experience in military operations, logistics, and leadership.
  • Dedicated Support – Barton offers personalized advising, academic support, and credit evaluation to help you succeed.
  • Transferability – Start at Barton, then transfer your credits toward a bachelor’s degree if you choose to continue your education.
Career Paths

Graduates of Barton’s Military Studies programs are prepared for positions that demand strategic thinking and leadership, including:

  • Military or civilian leadership roles
  • Logistics and operations planning
  • Dangerous materials management
  • Risk assessment and mission execution
  • Personnel training and supervision

Multiple Pathways to Your Future

Barton offers flexible formats, career-ready training, and support every step of the way.

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Military Studies

This 60-credit degree program equips students with training in fundamental military operations and leadership. Coursework prepares graduates for a wide range of roles, including military leadership, logistics coordination, and hazardous materials handling. At least 15 credit hours must be completed through Barton.

One-Year Certificate Program

For those seeking a faster path to the field, Barton’s Certificate Program offers a 30-credit-hour option focused on Military Leadership, Logistics, and Dangerous Materials Handling. This intensive, streamlined program builds essential technical and operational skills, making it ideal for students seeking direct workforce entry or advancement.

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Turn Experience into College Credit

Students may be eligible to earn credit for prior learning through military training, workplace experience, industry certifications, and previous education. Acceptable documentation includes military training records, professional licenses, industry-recognized certificates, and official transcripts.

Credits are evaluated upon written student request and are awarded in accordance with the American Council on Education (ACE) Guide. To earn the AAS degree, students must complete 60 credit hours, with 15 credit hours required through Barton.

Degree Maps
Degree Maps

Associate in Applied Science 

Applied Technologies 

Military Schools Certificates

Leadership Certificate 
Dangerous Materials Handling Certificate
Logistics Certificate  
Military Logistics Certificate 

View the full list of Curriculum Guides (applicable for students admitted prior to Fall 2024) and Degree Maps (applicable for students admitted Fall 2024 and after).

Course Descriptions
Course Descriptions

Air Load Planner Course

This course provides an overview of responsibilities as an Air Load Planner representative. The course is designed to educate unit movement representatives with the knowledge and skills required to conduct airlift planning as part of a joint airlift operations.

Ammunition Handler Course

Provide performance oriented training on receipt, accountability, transport and safety for live ammunition and related residue. Regulations and practices are used IAW AR 385-64, AR 385-63, FORSCOM REG 700-4, DOD 6055.9 STD, DOD 5100.76M, and QASAS Procedures.

Combat Lifesaver (CLS) Course

Trains non-medical soldiers to provide immediate lifesaving measures beyond the level of self-aid or buddy-aid to wound soldiers in forward battle areas. Certification is valid for 365 days from the date issuance. References include Combat Lifesaver Correspondence Course, AR 350-1, TRADOC PAM 525-50, FR REG 350-1, and Chapter 10-11.

Container Control Officer Course

This course provides an overview of responsibilities as a Container Control Officer (CCO).  It is geared for the Mid-level to Senior-level Officer and Non-Commissioned Officer.  The CCO has a functional responsibility of the container life cycle, and operational management support.

CBRN Defense Course

Qualifies personnel as unit NBC Defense Officers/NCOs as required by AR 350-1 (one officer and one enlisted alternate per company) and to train those individuals in techniques needed for combat operations in a chemical, biological and nuclear environment. The course prepares the students to function as unit NBC Defense Officers/NCOs and includes: chemical, biological and nuclear defense organization and training requirements; chemical agents-physiological effects, protective measures and first aid; biological agents-physiological and physical effects, field behavior and first aid; protective measures and effects of nuclear weapons (blast, heat, initial and residual radiation, and electro-magnetic pulse), protective measure, yield estimation, fallout prediction and operational aspects of radiation; NBC reports, maintenance and use of chemical, biological, nuclear, and radiological defense equipment and material; individual and collective protection; decontamination; and Smoke Pot requirements and effects of weather and terrain on smoke.

Digital Training Management System (DTMS) Course

This course provides training managers at the company, battalion, and brigade level with hands-on instruction on the functional operation of the Digital Management System (DTMS). Instruction covers basic systems access including unit training management, enrollment, Battle roster analysis, ad-hoc and status reporting, seat allocations, soldier and organizational participation tracking, class scheduling, real time event and resource management, tracking new equipment training as well as sustainment training. Additionally, IAW AR 350-1, ATN, students will receive an introduction to Combined Arms Training Strategies (CATS).

Field Sanitation Team Training Course

Provides formal training to unit level Field Sanitation members. This course will cover basic, informative knowledge and practical training necessary to keep people healthy when local infrastructure is not available using Preventive Medical Measures (PMM).

Self Help Course

This course will provide instruction to military service members and Department of Defense employees in the proper procedures and techniques necessary to perform facility maintenance and upkeep.  Course includes administrative requirements and procedures on use of military forms and records, basic tools, masonry repair, painting, minor sheet rock repair, tile replacement, proper use of building materials, carpentry, minor plumbing, and electrical maintenance.

Unit Armorer Course

Provides sustainment training to enlisted personnel in the operation and management of the unit arms room, maintenance of weapons, required forms and reports, and physical security IAW AR 190-11.  This course also includes physical security and proper physical security inspections conducted by your PMO.

Unit Load Team Course

This course is designed to train an individual on procedures to transport equipment by rail and aircraft. Students that complete this course will be qualified to train smaller groups at their military unit(s) on the proper procedures to load equipment on rail and aircraft.

Unit Movement Officer Deployment Planning Course (UMODPC)

This course prepares personnel to assume the duties of a unit movement officer/ NCO, and includes instruction on the following: unit deployment planning; unit movement plans; planning and conduct of movement planning; COMPASS/ OEL; unit movement automation; preparation of unit supplies and equipment for movement by surface mode; planning and conduct of preparation of hazardous cargo for movement by surface mode; planning and conduct of CONUS highway operations; convoy documentation; marshalling area procedures; use of containers in unit deployment; rail movement planning; rail equipment characteristics and use; blocking, bracing, packing, crating, and tie down procedures and equipment for all modes of transport; rail load-out exercise; host nation rail movement operations; inland waterways; strategic airlift; airfield operations; preparation of supplies, equipment and personnel for movement by air; building a 463L pallet; unit deployment through a sea port of embarkation; use of  radio frequency/ automated information technology systems; theater reception, staging, on-ward movement, and integration; and redeployment of personnel, equipment by all modes of transportation. Instruction is mainly hands on-instructor led and independent student practical exercises.

 
 

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