Study Caterpillar ThinkBIGGER
Major in Technology with an Emphasis in Caterpillar ThinkBIGGERThis is the perfect companion program for those who’ve successfully completed Caterpillar’s accredited Dealer Service Technician program better known as ThinkBIG. As the name states, Pittsburg State’s ThinkBIGGER program builds upon the Caterpillar program with additional education and training, allowing you to take your career to the next level.
In fact, ThinkBIG graduates (with a minimum 3.0 GPA) can automatically transfer up to 64 college credits to Pittsburg State University. In as little as two years, students in this program can earn a Bachelor of Applied Science (Diesel and Heavy Equipment emphasis) by completing the required 60 credit hours.
About degree
The ThinkBIGGER program provides you with complete instruction in technology management, theory, logic, leadership and business skills to broaden your knowledge, better prepare you for managerial positions and make you a more valuable employee. Your coursework will an emphasis in service management, manufacturing management and diesel and heavy equipment.
You’ll also be able to access on-campus housing, as well as additional scholarship and internship opportunities.
Career Options
This program is a specialized and comprehensive program for Caterpillar Service Technicians. Examples careers for ThinkBIGGER graduates include:
- Service instructor
- Technical communicator
- Shop foreman
- Service manager
- Service writer
- Equipment rental manager
- Equipment maintenance engineer
- Field service representative
- Technician