As used in this subchapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
(1) “Articulation agreement” means a commitment to a program designed to provide students with a nonduplicative sequence of progressive achievement leading to competencies in a tech-prep education program or in college transfer programs;
(2) “Tech-prep education program” means a combined secondary and postsecondary program which: Leads to an associate of applied science or other occupational degree or two-year certificate;
(3) Provides technical preparation in at least one (1) field of engineering technology, applied science, mechanical, industrial, or practical art or trade, or agriculture, health, or business;
(4) Builds student competence in mathematics, science, and communications, including through applied academics, through a sequential course of study; and
(5) Leads to placement in employment.