If you have an associates in applied science does it matter what the college hours were?

No, for an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree, the *specific* college hours (e.g., lecture vs. lab) don't inherently matter in the same way that, say, the total number of credit hours does. The total number of credit hours required for graduation is what's important, not the precise breakdown of how those hours are categorized.

However, the *proportion* of different types of hours *might* indirectly matter in some situations:

* Job applications: Some employers might prefer candidates with a certain level of hands-on experience, implied by a higher proportion of lab or practical hours. This is more likely in fields directly related to the AAS degree (e.g., a welding AAS requiring significant lab time).

* Transferring credits: While the total credits usually transfer, some institutions might be more or less willing to accept specific types of courses depending on their programs. This is more relevant if you're aiming to get a bachelor's degree later.

In short, the focus should be on the total credit hours and the content of the courses themselves rather than the precise division between lecture, lab, or other types of instructional hours. Your AAS degree is a credential based on successfully completing a required curriculum, not a precise time allocation.