Associate in Science

Information Technology Program

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Department
Engineering Sciences & Applied Technology
Related Degree
IT: Networking Concentration

Students in the A. S. Information Technology program acquire a wide range of technical skills that prepare them for various positions in the information technology field. Since many technology clusters are available in the IT field, the IT program provides a foundation in software development, database administration, networking, and web development.

Students who are matriculated and place into developmental math and/or English are required to begin the course sequence in the first semester. Please see an advisor with questions.

Learn more about the program and apply at Associate in Science - Information Technology

Requirements

First Semester

Item #
 
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
15

Second Semester

Item #
 
Title
Credits
Behavioral & Social Sciences  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
15-16

Third Semester

Item #
 
Title
Credits
General Education Elective  +
3
Behavioral & Social Sciences  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
15

Fourth Semester

Item #
 
Title
Credits
Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning (or) Natural or Physical Science  +
3 - 4
CIT261 (BIT261) or Advanced Information Technology Elective  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
15-16
Total Credits
60-62
Transfer Information

*students who are planning to transfer should take a 4-credit lab science course 
IT Transfer Options

Career Outlook

Currently, there is a strong demand for well-trained, competent workers in information technology. Students completing the general degree program are prepared for entry-level positions in the IT field. Students who desire to advance in the field are encouraged to select advanced IT courses in a concentration.

This occupational profile is provided by O*NET.

See also: What can I do with this major?

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the Information Technology program, students are able to:

  • Read, write, discuss and think critically about topics and ideas in information and/or office technology.
  • Analyze ethical issues and apply ethical standards in the performance of responsibilities in a variety of information and office technology careers.
  • Synthesize information from communications, information technology, office technology, and business to provide customer service and solve business problems.
  • Assume positions in a variety of information and office technology careers
  • Work well with teams in a information or office technology setting.
  • Transfer to baccalaureate programs.