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 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, Advanced Network Security, Cisco CCNA Preparation Certificate, Cloud Technologies Certificate, Computer Programming, Computer Services Technology, Cybersecurity Certificate, Internet of Things Certificate, Network Programming and Automation, Network Security Certificate, Network Systems Administrator, and Web Technology.

Students who plan to complete one or more certificates should discuss their elective selections with an advisor, the department chair, or academic coordinator. 

Program Outcomes

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

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

General Education Courses

The list of general education courses appears in the General Education List . 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

Below are the required courses for your program arranged in a suggested sequence. Please note that the sequence does not include the English co-requisite course (EGL-0100S ) or any co-requisite MAT courses (MAT-0113C , MAT-0114C , MAT-0125C  and MAT-0135C  ). See Academic Preparation  for more information on College Readiness if applicable to you. 

Required Courses (in expected order)

• INT-1010 Introduction to Information Technology Credits: 3 (Computer Literacy Institutional Requirement)
• MAT-1130 Mathematical Ideas Credits: 3 or higher (Mathematics General Education Requirement)
• 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)

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• INT-2080 Fundamentals of Database Management Credits: 3 (Program Elective) or
• INT-2150 Problem Solving with Databases Credits: 3 (Program Elective) or
• INT-2140 Problem Solving with Spreadsheets Credits: 3 (Program Elective)

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• INT-1700 Understanding Operating Systems Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• INT-1550 Introduction to Networks- Network Plus Prep Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• EGL-1340 Composition II: 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) or

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• Select 19 credits of program elective courses not previously taken:

• Any course from the approved Information Technology Course List  not previously taken (Program Elective).

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

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• INT-2840 Systems Analysis and Project Management Credits: 4 (Program Requirement)

Program Total: 60 Credits

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