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Associate Degrees

Information Systems (AAS-INFM)

In this program, the student will learn business applications and demonstrate fluency in database, spreadsheet, word processing, and digital publishing. Students will learn technical skills in operating systems and networking technologies, as well as microcomputer concepts, while also being exposed to the use of computer virtualization. During the last semester, students will be required to secure an internship within an Information Technology (IT) department of a local company. This internship will provide students with valuable industry experience. Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science degree for Information Systems will be equipped with the necessary skills to enter the IT workforce in places such as local or small businesses, school districts, banks, and hospitals. The credits earned In the Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems transfer to the Bachelor of Applied Technologies in Computer and Information Technologies degree (BAT-CIT).

Network Systems (AAS-NETK)

The Associate of Applied Science in Network Systems enlists a number of Information Technology (IT) skills, starting with business productivity software and then adding a greater emphasis on advanced skills in computer networking through the Cisco Networking Academy. Upon completion of the program, the student will be able to design, quote, set up, maintain, manage, and upgrade a network. In addition to the networking skills, students will also learn technical skills in operating systems, server administration, and information security, while also being exposed to the use of computer virtualization. During the last semester, students will be required to secure an internship within an IT department of a local company. This internship will provide students with valuable industry experience. Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science degree for Network Systems will be greatly qualified with the necessary skills to enter the IT workforce in places such as local or small businesses, school districts, banks, and hospitals. The credits earned In the Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems transfer to the Bachelor of Applied Technologies in Computer and Information Technologies degree (BAT-CIT).

Certificates

Computer and Information Technologies Specialist (CT1-TSS)

The Computer and Information Technologies Specialist program is designed to provide a student with in depth knowledge and skills necessary for today's fast-paced, ever-changing world of Information Technology (IT). Students are exposed to a variety of business productivity software for spreadsheets and database management systems, as well as developmental and graphical design software for tasks such as photo editing, web design, and programming. The program further expands on IT comprehension and abilities in the networking and operating systems areas, while being exposed to computer virtualization. While most credits obtained through this certificate transfer to the Associate of Applied Science degree for Network Systems, all credits will transfer to the Associate of Applied Science for Information Systems and the Bachelor of Applied Technologies in Computer and Information Technologies degree (BAT-CIT).

Information and Network Systems Certificate (CT1-INFO)

The Information and Network Systems program prepares students with the necessary skills to excel in a variety of Information Technology environments. Students gain advanced skills and knowledge in some of today's dominating business applications, as well as proficiency in networking and operating systems skills, while also being exposed to the use of computer virtualization. All credits earned through this certificate transfer to the Associate of Applied Science degree for Network Systems and Information Systems. They also transfer to the Bachelor of Applied Technologies in Computer and Information Technologies degree (BAT-CIT).

Computer Applications Specialist Certificate (CT1-COMP)

The Computer Applications Specialist program prepares students to meet the demand for advanced skills and knowledge in some of today's leading business applications. Students completing this certificate are equipped with comprehensive abilities in business productivity software such as word processing, spreadsheet, and database management systems. They also finish the program with extensive experience in the use of multimedia software for tasks such as digital publishing and photo editing. All credits earned in this program transfer to the Computer and Information Technologies Certificate and the Associate of Applied Science degree for Information Systems.

Multimedia Specialist (CT1-MULT)

The Multimedia Specialist Certificate is intended for students who are interested in the multimedia side of technology. In addition to gaining experience with business productivity software such as word processing and presentation software, students in this program are further exposed to interactive digital media software, where they learn skills in photo editing, digital publishing, and web development. Most credits earned will transfer to the Computer and Information Technologies Certificate and to the Associate of Applied Science degree for Computer Specialist.