Information Systems Technology, AAS

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Program Description/Purpose: The AAS degree program with a major in Information Systems Technology is designed for those who wish to be an Information Systems generalist with knowledge in various areas, such as computer applications, programming, database, web applications, cybersecurity, and networking/cloud support. Students in the IST degree program are encouraged to also enroll in one or more of the technology-related Career Studies Certificates (CSC). CSC programs are available in specific areas of concentration such as applied cloud computing, cybersecurity/networking foundations, networking, and software development. The courses in the CSC programs can be applied as approved IT electives which are a part of the IST degree.

Occupational Outcomes: Possible occupations for IST degree graduates include computer operations, help desk support, computer programmer, programmer analyst, PC support technician, and network support technician. The IST program will prepare you for entry-level positions, or if you’re currently in the technology field and wish to increase or update your knowledge and skills.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

Students will effectively communicate both orally and in writing, with subject matter experts and key stakeholders, to understand their processes and to help formulate technology-based business solutions.
Students will use critical thinking in problem-solving programming logic by utilizing contemporary software development applications for a variety of programming languages and website design.
Students will analyze and understand database fundamentals.
Students will use operating systems to include networking protocols, enterprise systems management, web server technologies, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.

Below is the recommended course sequence for full-time students.
Courses are listed by the semester they are usually offered.
Course availability in a given semester may vary.
You can change the order or number of classes each semester, but taking fewer classes in a semester will mean more semesters to finish the program.
Please discuss your plan including elective selection with your advisor to ensure it meets your academic goals.
Students in the IST degree program should also enroll in the Technology Essentials, CSC, which are required core courses in the IST degree.

Program Curriculum

Spring Semester

ITP 251 - Systems Analysis and Design 4 cr.
Arts or Humanities elective selected from the lists below 3 cr.
Social and Behavioral Science elective selected from the list below 3 cr.
IT Elective selected from the list below¹ 3-4 cr.
IT Elective selected from the list below¹ 3-4 cr.

Program Total: 65 Credits

¹Students are encouraged to satisfy the Approved IT Electives by completing one or more Career Studies Certificates (CSC). The following CSCs are available: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, CSC , Cloud Computing, CSC , Cybersecurity and Networking Foundations, CSC , Immersive Technology, CSC , Networking Specialist, CSC and Software Development, CSC . See the list of specific courses with the CSCs in consultation with your advisor. Upon graduation, students must also formally complete an “Application for Graduation” for both the degree and applicable Career Studies Certificates.

*Credit for Certifications can be awarded for these courses: ITD 130 - Database Fundamentals , ITN 100 - Introduction to Telecommunications , ITN 106 - Microcomputer Operating Systems , ITN 107 - Personal Computer Hardware & Troubleshooting , ITN 260 - Network Security Basics , ITN 270 - Advanced Linux Network Administration .

Course credit will be awarded for certifications issued within 5 years of the formal written request by a student. The formal request must include a statement that the student understands that credit for prior learning credit may not transfer to a 2-year college, 4-year college, or university.

Arts Electives

ART 100 - Art Appreciation 3 cr.
ART 101 - History of Art: Prehistoric to Gothic 3 cr.
ART 102 - History of Art: Renaissance to Modern 3 cr.
CST 151 - Film Appreciation I 3 cr.
MUS 121 - Music in Society 3 cr.

Humanities Electives

HUM 201 - Early Humanities 3 cr.
HUM 202 - Modern Humanities 3 cr.
HUM 216 - Introduction to Non-Western Cultures 3 cr.
HUM 256 - Comparative Mythology 3 cr.
HUM 259 - The Greek and Roman Tradition 3 cr.
PHI 100 - Introduction to Philosophy 3 cr.
PHI 111 - Logic 3 cr.
PHI 220 - Ethics and Society 3 cr.
REL 100 - Introduction to the Study of Religion 3 cr.
REL 230 - Religions of the World 3 cr.

IT Electives

Students are encouraged to satisfy the Approved IT Electives by completing one or more Career Studies Certificates (CSC). The following CSCs are avilable:

Math Electives

Qualitative/Statistics Pathway:
MTH 154 - Quantitative Reasoning 3 cr.
MTH 155 - Statistical Reasoning 3 cr.
MTH 245 - Statistics I 3 cr.
Calculus Pathway:
MTH 161 - Precalculus I 3 cr.
MTH 162 - Precalculus II 3 cr.
MTH 167 - Precalculus with Trigonometry 5 cr.
MTH 261 - Applied Calculus I 3 cr.
MTH 263 - Calculus I 4 cr.
MTH 264 - Calculus II 4 cr.

Information Systems Technology, AAS

Program Curriculum

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Program Total: 65 Credits

Arts Electives

Humanities Electives

IT Electives

Math Electives

Social and Behavioral Science Electives