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DESCRIPTION

PROGRAM LENGTH

AAS - Information Technology CIP Code: 11.0101 (NCES.ed.gov)

Award Level – Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree

Program Duration: 30 months Semester Credits: 60 hours Contact Hours: 900 Est. outside Study Hours: 1,800

The AAS in Information Technology program introduces students to IT concepts including hardware, business and productivity software, operating systems, networking, programming, and information security, and reinforces concepts and techniques through practical application. Students can tailor the program to fit their educational and career needs by selecting either the Networking or Programming concentrations.

PROGRAM LENGTH PROGRAM COST

Program Tuition: $14,940.00 Program Materials: $ 2,500.00 Total Cost: $17,440.00

DESCRIPTION

Upon successfully completing this program the graduate should qualify to fill entry-level positions in the IT department of small to large organizations, or an entry level position within a firm in the IT sector.

Quick Facts: Networks & Computer Systems Administrators

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Number of Jobs, 2014 383,000

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Projected job openings, 2014-2024 79,400

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POTENTIAL EMPLOYMENT & CAREER OUTLOK

To better prepare our graduates for entering the work force in their chosen field, ABTU aligns select courses within each program, to industry certification exams. Upon completion of Associates of Applied Science in Information Technology, students are prepared to attempt the following certification exams offered by CompTIA® and Microsoft®:

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION

A+ (220-901 & 220-902) Network+ (N10-006) Security+ (SY0-401)

Word 2016 Core (77-725) Excel 2016 Core (77-727)

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AAS – Information Technology Program Layout

Information Technology Core

The core of the program introduces various aspects of IT including hardware, software, security,

networking and programming. After completing the IT Core, students are prepared to attempt both sections

(220-901 & 220-902) of the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam.

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General Ed Requirements Only 5 general education courses are

needed in the areas of communications, math, and

natural/social sciences. These courses form essential knowledge and skills in

communications, math, and natural/social sciences.

Code Title Credit Hours

CIN-305 A+ Computer Essentials 3

CIN-310 A+ Computer Applications 3

CIS-120 Microsoft Excel 3

CIS-130 Microsoft Access 3

CIS-140 Programming Logic 3

CIN-150 Networking Essentials* 3

CIS-300 Principles of Info Systems* 3

CST-200 Principles of Info Security 3

PMM-190 IT Project Management 3

PMM-200 Microsoft Project 3

Total: 30

CIN-255 Server+ 3

CST-250 Intro Computer Forensics 3

CIN-400 Network+* 3

CIS-420 Linux + 3

CIN-430 Network Defense* 3

Total: 15

Networking Concentration

This concentration dives deeper into the world of networking, and prepares students for the CompTIA Network+

Certification Exam

CIS-150 Microsoft Visual Basic I 3

CIS-160 Microsoft Visual Basic II* 3

CIS-200 Java Programming I 3

CIS-210 Java Programming II* 3

CIS-440 JavaScript 3

Total: 15

CIS-100 IT Fundamentals 3

CIS-110 Microsoft Office 3

Mathematics – 1 course 3

Communications – 1 course 3

Soc Sci/GenEd Elective – 1 course 3

Total: 15

Gen Ed course listings available on page 116.

Programming Concentration

This concentration dives deeper into the world of programming, and introduces students to multiple

programming languages

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*Indicates this course requires a proctored final exam.

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Program Outcomes

OUTCOMES

Upon completion of the program, students should be able to meet the following objectives, based on successful completion of the corresponding course.

Learning Outcome Courses

Demonstrate a foundation of computer and information systems knowledge, technical skills, and basic ability to use computer software.

CIS-100

Compose professional documents using Microsoft Office applications (word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software) and integrate the applications.

CIS-110 CIS-120 CIS-130

Demonstrate core IT competency in client computing and user support. CIN-305 CIN-310 CIS-410 CIN-440

Describe the data management activities associated with the data life cycle.

CPS-250 CPS-260 CIS-310 CIS-300 CPS-400

Demonstrate core IT competency in digital media and immersive technology

CIS-300 CIS-230

Demonstrate core IT competency in networking and convergence. CIN-150 CIN-450 CIN-400 CIN-430 CST-200 CST-240 CIN-420

Demonstrate core IT competency in programming and application development.

CIS-140 CIS-150 CIS-160 CIS-200 CIS-210 CIS-220

Demonstrate core IT competency in servers, storage, and virtualization. CIN-160 CIN-170 CIN-180 CIN-

405 CIN-410 CIS-420 CST-250

Bachelor’s

Degree

+60 Credits 120 Credits Total

Associate’s

Degree

+30 Credits 60 Credits Total

IT Specialist Certificate

18 credits

GO! ~9 Months ~18 Months ~2.5 Years ~4 -5 Years

STACKABLE CREDENTIALS

All credits earned at each level are applied to the next level as you advance.

Technical Certificate

+12 Credits 30 Credits Total