Information Technology, A.A.S.

Program Description

The Information Technology, A.A.S degree enables students to study systematic approaches to problem solving within the environment of computer hardware and software systems. In the course of this study, students learn to analyze, design, and program utilizing information processing tools, application packages, and software languages, which develops their thinking and skills and logical reasoning. The available courses cover a wide array of the computing discipline, including programming languages, systems analysis and design, operating systems, networking, Web technology, technical support, and applications software.

In addition to the Information Technology, A.A.S degree, students may earn one or more of the following embedded certificates through the selection of their elective courses: A+ Preparation Certificate; Cisco CCNA Preparation Certificate; Cloud Technologies Certificate; Computer Services Technology; Cybersecurity Certificate; Internet of Things Certificate; Network Systems Administrator; Advanced Network Security; Computer Programming; Network Programming and Automation; and Web Technology.

Students should review suggested course groupings and discuss their selections with an advisor, the department chair, or department coordinator before scheduling courses for the semester. 

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the Information Technology A.A.S. will be able to:

• Apply fundamental information technology concepts in order to manage files and effectively use a variety of information technology tools
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of essential computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and presentations
• Conceptualize, design, and diagram possible solutions to logical problems, focusing on those problems which are amenable to a computer-based solution
• Analyze, design, and develop a computer information system in a real-world scenario
• Communicate effectively and professionally in the information technology environment

General Education Courses

The list of general education courses appears in the . Some programs recommend or require specific courses to fulfill general education requirements. Please check your program’s sequence of study for this information.

Sequence of Study - Information Technology A.A.S.

Below are the required courses for your program arranged in a suggested sequence. Please note that the sequence does not include developmental coursework. See  for the developmental course sequence if applicable to you.

Required Courses (in expected order)

• INT-1010 Introduction to Information Technology Credits: 3 (Institutional Requirement,  General Education Requirement)

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• MAT-1130 Mathematical Ideas Credits: 3 (Mathematics General Education Elective) or
• MAT-1350 Precalculus Part I Credits: 3 (Mathematics General Education Elective) or
• MAT-2410 Calculus I Credits: 4 (Mathematics General Education Elective) or
• MAT-2420 Calculus II Credits: 4 (Mathematics General Education Elective)

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• EGL-1010 Composition I: Expository Writing Credits: 3 (English General Education Requirement)
• PHL-1330 Ethics Credits: 3 (Arts/Humanities General Education Requirement)
• PAS-1000 First Year Experience Credits: 1 (Institutional Requirement)
• SOC-1010 Introduction to Sociology Credits: 3 (Social Science General Education Requirement)
• INT-1111 Programming Logic and Design Credits: 3 (Program Requirement; Critical Course)
• INT-2140 Problem Solving with Spreadsheets Credits: 3 (Program Requirement; Critical Course)
• INT-1700 Understanding Operating Systems Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• INT-1550 Introduction to Networks- Network Plus Prep Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• EGL-1340 Writing About Technical Topics Credits: 3 (English General Education Requirement)
• NTR-1010 Introductory Nutrition Credits: 3 (Science No Lab General Education Requirement)
• INT-1620 Security+ Preparation Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• INT-2840 Systems Analysis and Project Management Credits: 4 (Program Requirement)

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• Select 20 credits from any ART, BMT, ENT or INT course(s) not previously taken and listed below. 
  Students who want to transfer are strongly advised to consult with an advisor and/or academic coordinator, or department chair.

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  Technology in Art

• ART-1570 Introduction to Computer Graphics Credits: 3 (Program Elective)
• ART-1620 Digital Publication Design Credits: 3 (Program Elective)
• ART-2620 Digital Illustration Credits: 3 (Program Elective)
• ART-2670 3-D Digital Modeling and Animation Credits: 3 (Program Elective)
• ART-2650 Animation and Multimedia I Credits: 3
• ART-2750 Animation and Multimedia II Credits: 3 (Program Elective)

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• Business

• BMT-1650 Customer Service Credits: 3 (Program Elective)
• BMT-2880 Emergency Management Credits: 3 (Program Elective)

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• Computer Engineering Technology

• ENT-1730 DC and AC Circuit Analysis Credits: 3 (Program Elective)
• ENT-1810 Internet of Things Fundamentals Credits: 3 (Program Elective)
• ENT-2740 Digital Circuits Credits: 4 (Program Elective)
• ENT-2820 Internet of Things Devices and Technologies Credits: 3 (Program Elective)

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• Computer Applications

• INT-1290 Beginning Microsoft Word Credits: 1 (Program Elective)
• INT-1390 Intermediate Microsoft Word Credits: 1 (Program Elective)

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• Database

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Program Total: 60 Credits

NOTE: The total of all program courses (the required courses listed above and the program electives) must be a minimum of 26 credits. Of those credits, at least 15 must be at the 2000 level and include at least two 2000-level INT courses.
If a number of four-credit program requirements are chosen, the three-credit elective course may not be needed. The total for the degree must be a minimum of 60 credits.

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