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Associate in Applied Science Degree - Information Technology

Overview (Updated 02-22-23)

Degree available DSUlive. Degree available online beginning Fall 2023.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Create effective strategies to prepare for the future of computer technology. Learning outcomes II, III, VI

2. Describe computer hardware and software functions. Learning outcomes II, III, VI

3. Apply analytical problem-solving techniques used to diagnose, recommend, and implement solutions to information technology problems. Learning outcomes II, III, IV

4. Apply computer technology knowledge to the context of professional development, Learning outcomes V, VI

Career Options

Why should you pursue an Associate in Applied Science Degree - Information Technology?

An associate in applied science degree in Information Technology covers the basics of computer science as well as the management of computer and network technology for a business or institution. Information Technology majors learn the management of computer systems in an enterprise setting.  

Possible Career Paths

  • Network Systems Administrator
  • Computer Systems Analyst
  • Web Developer
  • Computer Support Specialist

Requirements

COMM 110Fundamentals Of Public Speaking

3
CSCI 101Introduction To Computers

3
ENGL 110College Composition I

3
ENGL 120College Composition II

3
HPER 100Concepts of Fitness and Wellness

2

Student will select one of the following (Group II-B) general education courses:  
COMM 216Intercultural Communication

3
GEOG 121Physical Geography

3
GEOG 161World Regional Geography

3
MUSC 201World Music

3
SPAN 101First Year Spanish I

4

Student will select one of the following (Group II-C) general education courses:
POLS 115American Government

3
PSYC 111Introduction to Psychology

3
SOC 110Introduction to Sociology

3
SOC 115Social Problems

3

Select two coursesGroup III-A, B, or D

6
Select MATH 103 or higherGroup III-C

3-4
Select one science lecture/labGroup III-E

4
Total Credit Hours:34-35

Major Requirements

BADM 388Management Information Systems

3
BOTE 218Desktop Publishing

3
BOTE 247Spreadsheet Applications

3
CSCI 160Computer Science I

4
CSCI 181Web Management

3
CSCI 185Linux Operating Systems

3
CSCI 200Database Software Applications

3
CSCI 210PC Hardware and Software Management

3
CSCI 221Computer Networks

3
Total Credit Hours:28

Total Credit Hours:62-63

Semester Sequence

Fall Even Years

COMM 110Fundamentals Of Public Speaking

3
CSCI 101Introduction To Computers

3
CSCI 221Computer Networks

3
ENGL 110College Composition I

3
HPER 100Concepts of Fitness and Wellness

2
MATH 103College Algebra

4
Total Credit Hours:18

Spring Odd Years

BOTE 247Spreadsheet Applications

3
CSCI 160Computer Science I

4
ENGL 120College Composition II

3
General Education Global Perspectives Course

3
General Education Human Behavior and Governance Course

3
Total Credit Hours:16

Fall Odd Years

CSCI 185Linux Operating Systems

3
CSCI 200Database Software Applications

3
CSCI 210PC Hardware and Software Management

3
General Education Group III - List A, B, or D

3
Total Credit Hours:12

Spring Even Years

BADM 388Management Information Systems

3
BOTE 218Desktop Publishing

3
CSCI 161Computer Science II

4
General Education Group III - List A, B, or D

3
General Education Natural Science Course/Lab

4
Total Credit Hours:17