Distance Learning Tech Colleges

Distance learning has been around for decades, but with the introduction of telecommunications, computers and the Internet, it continues to grow at a pace never seen before. Education is now more accessible to students who do not have time or resources to pursue a degree through the traditional classroom venues. If you are looking for an online technical college you can find numerous options, from two-year community colleges to higher level institutions, which offer distance learning programs in various fields of study (see Reference 2). Also, the "Washington Monthly" has compiled a list of its top 30 U.S. community colleges, including several technology schools with online programs (see Reference 1). Some of these are highlighted below.
  1. Atlanta Technical College

    • Aside from its campus-based education, Atlanta Technical College (ATC) offers many online programs that can be completed in from six months to two years. Its associate degree programs include majors in accounting, computer programming, database specialist, networking specialist, management and supervisory development, and business administrative technology. Online learning guides are available at the school's website to help orient students to online learning and its requirements (see Reference 5). ATC is one of the more than 20 schools under the Technical College System of Georgia and was ranked the top community college in 2007 by the "Washington Monthly."

    Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College

    • Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC) is also among the top 10 community colleges in the "Washington Monthly" 2007 ranking. It offers more than 50 academic programs through its online learning options and seven learning sites across the state of Wisconsin. Through WITC's online learning, students can obtain associate degrees in the fields of accounting or information technology, earn short-term certificates in different marketing programs, or take part in many online classes. Details about online classes and programs can be found at WITC's website, witc.edu.

    Florida Tech University Online

    • Florida Tech University Online is Florida Institute of Technology's distance learning division. Florida Tech Online is a private technical online university that offers the same diploma obtained by its campus-based graduates without the need of campus attendance. Some of the programs offered are associate and bachelor's degrees in business administration, accounting, and computer information systems. Lectures are available through streamed videos, chat rooms or downloadable audio or video files. Check the school's website (see Reference 3) and learn more through the online demo, online chat support or email support.

    Michigan Tech University

    • Michigan Tech University is a public research university based in Houghton, Michigan, which offers more than 100 graduate and undergraduate degree courses. For its online options, it offers mostly graduate studies such as master's and doctorate degrees in mechanical engineering, a master's degree in electrical engineering and a master's degree in applied science education. Online programs are also available that offer physics classes and electric power engineering and advanced electric power courses. Review student online resources and details of the programs offered on Michigan Tech's website (see Reference 4).

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