Information Systems Technology, AAS (299)

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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, databases, 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.

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.

Information Systems Technology Degree Curriculum Requirements

Student Development (1 cr)

SDV 101 - Orientation to IT Professions (Fall Spring Summer) 1 cr. or any approved SDV course

Written Communication (3 cr)

ENG 111 - College Composition I (Fall Spring Summer) 3 cr.

Arts & Humanities (3 cr)

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Social & Behavioral Sciences (3 cr)

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Mathematics (3-5 cr)

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

Communications (3 cr)

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Consult with your advisor regarding options for this specific course requirement.

Information Literacy (3 cr)

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Major Requirements (46 cr)

IT Electives

Select 4 IT electives

To meet the IT electives requirement, students are encouraged to complete one or more related Career Studies Certificates (CSC) and should take the IT courses required for the CSC(s) they choose. The following are the available CSCs and their related electives:

Program Total: 65 Credits

¹Credit for certifications can be awarded for these courses: ITD 130 , ITN 100 , ITN 106 , ITN 107 , ITN 260 , and ITN 270 . Course credit will be awarded for certifications issued within 5 years fo the formal written request by a student. The formal request must include a statement that the student understands that credit for prior learning may not transfer to a 2-year college, 4-year college, or university.

It is highly recommended that students consult with their academic advisor to select the most appropriate course for their curriculum and/or transferability to another college.

Suggested Scheduling:

First Five

SDV 101
ENG 111
Math elective
ITN 100
ITP 100

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