2023-2024 College Catalog 
    
    Dec 02, 2024  
2023-2024 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Information Technology, A.S.


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Department Chairperson - Mr. Justin Williams


The Information Technology Department offers an Associate of Science Degree in Information Technology that emphasizes hands-on experience in programming, client/server operating systems, databases, computer hardware and networking.

The following content labels and related descriptions delineate the areas of development expected as a result of completing the program:

  1. Students will demonstrate an advanced understanding of comprehensive information technology concepts and principles related to hardware, software, networking, cybersecurity, and programming.
  2. Students will use advanced critical thinking and analytical reasoning to solve problems related to a wide variety of information technology issues.
  3. Students will use advanced knowledge to evaluate the ethical, legal, and security issues related to all aspects of information technology.
  4. Students will apply best practices and advanced security strategies to protect hardware, operating systems, applications, networks, databases, and other information technology assets. 

 

Associate Degree CORE Requirements: 18 Credits


College Foundation: Complete 1 Credit


Communication/Information Literacy: Complete 3 Credits


Integrated Thinking: Complete 2 Credits


Introduction to Systems: Complete 3 Credits


Quantitative Literacy: Complete 3 Credits


Other Required Coursework: 6 Credits


Total Free Electives: 12 Credits


Total Credits for Information Technology Degree: 60 Credits


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