GENERAL INFORMATION

   The Technical Education Database System (TEDS) is the official repository of student data for all vocational/technical programs taught in Kentucky . Universities, community and technical colleges, state-operated area technology centers, locally owned area technology centers, high schools and middle schools report technical program student data to TEDS.

  The TEDS system uses a central database that is accessed via the Internet from workstations throughout the state. Each workstation requires Microsoft Explorer 5.5 or a later version. The system utilizes a three-tier architecture with an SQL-Server database and a Visual Basic user interface. In this design, system changes are made to the business application that resides on a single, central server. The updates are immediately available to any authorized user regardless of the location of the workstation. The database is designed with the needs of all of the various users in mind.

  Data from TEDS is used for program assessment and improvement, budgeting and accountability at the state and federal levels.

   For more information on TEDS click on the "TEDS Information" Link or contact Brenda Stacy Administrative Assistant to the office of Institutional Research, Planning and Effectiveness.