The COTS is a college with-in Montana State University-Northern and offers an array of technical degree programs under a unique umbrella which makes the school one of a kind in North America.

• Certificate, Associate, and Bachelor's degrees in the Business Administration, Engineering and Technology, Mechanics, and the Trades
• Programs in Workforce Development and Apprenticeship Related Training
• Technical programs blended with liberal arts and general education all on the same campus
• Professors and professional staff who are dedicated and understand education as well as industry needs
• Cutting edge research in "Advanced Bio-Fuels"
• Multiple program minors, emphasizes, and options that can respond to industries current needs
• A COTS national advisory council
• Technical programs matched with computer studies, business, electronics, design, and education

Advising Information
You (the student) are encouraged to meet with your advisor at the beginning of each semester to confirm your plan of study and make any necessary adjustments. Meeting with an advisor before registering for classes each semester prepares you to plan a schedule that meets your needs and assists you in completing requirements in an efficient manner.

Agriculture	Degrees	Minor	Other
Agricultural Mechanics Technology	AAS		DC**
Agricultural Operation's Technology	BS
Agricultural Technology	AAS
Applied Agriculture

Automotive	Degrees	Minor	Other
Automotive Technology	BS, AAS		CAS
Automotive Technology Fast Track	AAS
Ford Maintenance & Light Repair			MTP**

Business	Degrees	Minor	Other
Accounting
Business Administration	BS
Program of Study in Business Technology	AS
Marketing: Technical Sales and Service
Small Business Management

Computers	Degrees	Minor	Other
Computer Information Systems	BS, AAS

Drafting	Degrees	Minor	Other
Design Drafting Technology	BS, AAS