Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Systems Technology
Area: Information Systems Technology
Degree: Associate of Applied Science Degree
Length: Four semesters (two-year) program
Purpose: The associate of applied science degree program in information systems technology (IST) is designed for students who seek employment or professional development as a generalist in the area of information technology (IT), with specific knowledge in various areas such as Web design/development, computer network design and administration and database administration.
Occupational Objectives: The associate of applied science degree curriculum in information systems technology prepares students for employment with business, industry and government organizations as entry level Web applications developers, network engineers or database administrators, depending on degree specialization.
Transfer Guidelines: Transfer opportunities for associate of applied science degrees, if existing, are very specific in nature. Students enrolling in an applied science degree with plans to transfer to a four-year college or university should explore opportunities with their faculty advisor.
Program Requirements: A student who studies topics in IT must possess general knowledge in systems analysis and design, software design and development, Web markup languages, Internet and network foundations and database fundamentals. Additionally, students must possess sound analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communications skills and must have good interpersonal skills. These skills are an integral part of the information system technology (IST) curriculum. The curriculum includes technical courses in information technology, business-related areas, general education and electives. Instruction is centered on theoretical concepts and practical, hands-on applications key to success in the information technology field. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with their faculty advisor in planning their programs and selecting electives. Upon satisfactory completion of the program the graduate will be awarded the associate of applied science degree with a major in information system technology.
Special Note (Bridge Courses): This program is designed for those students who have completed a variety of keyboarding and introductory computer applications courses at the high school level. A student who has not completed the recommended high school courses may enroll in the IST program by taking courses designed to bridge the gap. These courses are to be selected by consulting with an IST advisor and may include one or more of the following:
| Course# | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AST 101 | Keyboarding | 3 Credits |
| ITE 115 | Intro to Computer Applications and Concepts | 3 Credits |
| CSC 155 | Computer Concepts and Applications | 3 Credits |
| (Note: ITE 115 or CSC 155, not both.) | ||
| First Semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| Course# | Title | Credits |
| ENG 111 | College Composition I | 3 |
| ITD 110 | Web Page Design I | 3 |
| ITD 130 | Database Fundamentals | 3 |
| ITN 109 | Internet and Network Foundations | 3 |
| MTH 151/152 (or MTH 163 or 271) |
Math for Liberal Arts1 | 3 |
| SDV 101 | Orientation to the IT Professions | 1 |
| Total | 16 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| Course# | Title | Credits |
| ENG 112 | College Composition II | 3 |
| Approved IT elective2 | 3 | |
| ITN 106 | Microcomputer Operating Systems | 3 |
| ITP 100 | Software Design | 3 |
| MTH 151/152 (or MTH 271 or 272) |
Math for Liberals Arts1 | 3 |
| Approved Social Science elective3 | 3 | |
| Total | 18 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| Course# | Title | Credits |
| ECO 201/202 | Principles of Macro/Microeconomics | 3 |
| ENG 115 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| Approved IT elective4 | 3 | |
| Approved IT elective5 | 3 | |
| PED/HLT | Physical Education (or Health) | 2 |
| Approved ITP/CSC course6 | 4 | |
| Total | 18 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| Course# | Title | Credits |
| Approved IT elective8 | 3 | |
| Approved IT elective9 | 3 | |
| Approved IT elective10 | 3 | |
| ITP 251 | Systems Analysis and Design | 4 |
| Approved humanities elective7 | 3 | |
| Total | 16 | |
| Program Total | 68 | |
- Students planning to transfer to a four-year college are encouraged to take MTH 163 or MTH 271/272.
- Students may select ITD 210 (Web), ITD 132 (Database) or ITN 107 (Networking).
- Students may select Social Science elective from the approved list located in this catalog.
- Students may select ITD 112 (Web), ITD 134 (Database) or ITN 200 (Networking).
- Students may select ITD 220 (Web), ITD 250 (Database) or ITN 260 (Networking).
- Students must complete a one-semester programming language course (CSC 201, ITP 112, ITP 120, or ITP 132). Students planning to transfer to a four-year college are encouraged to take CSC 201 or ITP 120.
- Students may select humanities elective from the approved list located in this catalog.
- Students may select ITD 132 (Web), ITD 252 (Database) or ITN 120 (Networking).
- Students may select ITN 224 (Web), ITD 254 (Database) or ITN 170 (Networking).
- Students may select ITP 225 (Web), ITD 258 (Database) or ITN 201 (Networking).