| Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Advisor Name:_______________________ | Catalog: 2026-2027 Catalog and Student Handbook Major: Information Systems Technology, AAS | ||
Information Systems Technology, AASG3 Eligible Program- Qualifying students may have ZERO costs for tuition, fees, and textbooks.
PURPOSE: The Information Systems Technology (IST) two-year degree prepares students for entry-level jobs in IST. Jobs include computer support specialist, networking and security technician, and programmer. The curriculum allows students to gain an overall understanding of the IST field in addition to pursuing a particular track, which represents an area of interest or specialization. The six tracks are: Cisco Network Administration, Cloud Computing Professional, Computer Programming, Cybersecurity, Network Security and Support, and Web Design. This degree may be transferable to some four-year colleges. All career-technical degrees are guided by advisory committees comprised of local business leaders. CREDENTIALS: An Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is a major in a career-technical area that takes two years for full-time students to complete. Many courses in the Tracks provide preparation for industry certifications. Select the course details to locate certification information. Many courses in the Tracks provide preparation for industry certifications. Select the course details to locate certification information. TRANSFER INFORMATION: This program is not intended for transfer. Students desiring to transfer should consult their academic advisors and their intended transfer institutions for specific direction in program and course selection. More information can also be found at www.brightpoint.edu/academics/transfer/ PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet Brightpoint admission requirements. New students should work with their New Student Navigator to get ready for their first semester. They can also email getstarted@brightpoint.edu for assistance. Continuing students should work with their faculty advisor on academic planning and graduation requirements. PROGRAM OUTCOMES: By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an intermediate level of competency in the following skills:
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Required Courses | |||
| Course Name | Credits: | Semester Taken | Notes |
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| SDV 100 - College Success Skills | 1 credit | ||
| ENG 115 - Technical Writing Additional Course Option: ENG 111. Prerequisite(s): EDE 10. | 3 credits | ||
| MTH 154 - Quantitative Reasoning Additional Course Options: MTH 161, MTH 263. Prerequisite(s): MTE 1-5 or co-requisite MDE 54, | 3 credits | ||
| ITE 152 - Introduction to Digital Literacy and Computer Applications | 3 credits | ||
| ITN 101 - Introduction to Network Concepts | 3 credits | ||
| ITP 150 - Python Programming | 3 credits | ||
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IT Track Courses (See tracks below) Choose 5 (15-19 credits) | |||
| ITN 257 - Cloud Computing: Infrastructure and Services | 3 credits | ||
| ITE 221 - PC Hardware and OS Architecture | 3 credits | ||
| ITN 260 - Network Security Basics Prerequisite(s): pre- or co-requisite: ITN 101 or ITN 154. | 3 credits | ||
| ITE 140 - Spreadsheet Software Prerequisite(s): ITE 152. | 3 credits | ||
| ITD 136 - Database Management Software | 3 credits | ||
| ITN 170 - Linux System Administration | 3 credits | ||
| ECO 201 - Principles of Macroeconomics Additional Course Option: ECO 202. | 3 credits | ||
| PHI 111 - Logic Additional Course Option: PHI 220. | 3 credits | ||
| CST 110 - Introduction to Human Communication Additional Course Option: CST 100. | 3 credits | ||
| ITP 170 - Project Management Additional Course Options: ITE 290. | 3 credits | ||
IT Required Track Courses: | |||
Cisco Network Professional Track: 19 Credits | |||
| Course Name | Credits: | Semester Taken | Notes |
| ITN 154 - Introduction to Networks | 4 credits | ||
| ITN 155 - Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials Prerequisite(s): ITN 154. | 4 credits | ||
| ITN 156 - Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation - Cisco Prerequisite(s): ITN 155. | 4 credits | ||
| ITN 111 - Server Administration Prerequisite(s): pre- or co-requisite: ITN 101 or ITN 154. | 3 credits | ||
| ITN 262 - Network Communication, Security and Authentication Prerequisite(s): co-requisite or pre-requisite ITN 101 or ITN 154 or ITN 260. | 4 credits | ||
Cloud Computing Professional Track: 16 Credits | |||
| Course Name | Credits: | Semester Taken | Notes |
| BUS 100 - Introduction to Business | 3 credits | ||
| ITN 111 - Server Administration Prerequisite(s): pre- or co-requisite: ITN 101 or ITN 154. | 3 credits | ||
| ITN 254 - Virtual Infrastructure: Installation and Configuration | 4 credits | ||
| ITD 132 - Structured Query Language | 3 credits | ||
| ITN 295 - Cloud Security Prerequisite(s): Pre- or Co-requisite: ITN 257. | 3 credits | ||
Computer Programming Track: 15 Credits | |||
| Course Name | Credits: | Semester Taken | Notes |
| ART 116 - Design for the Web I | 3 credits | ||
| ITP 120 - Java Programming I Prerequisite(s): pre- or co-requisite: ITP 100 or ITP 150. | 3 credits | ||
| ITP 140 - Client-Side Scripting | 3 credits | ||
| ITP 220 - Java Programming II Prerequisite(s): ITP 120. | 3 credits | ||
| ITD 132 - Structured Query Language | 3 credits | ||
Cybersecurity Track: 16 Credits | |||
| Course Name | Credits: | Semester Taken | Notes |
| ITN 261 - Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking | 3 credits | ||
| ITN 262 - Network Communication, Security and Authentication Prerequisite(s): co-requisite or pre-requisite ITN 101 or ITN 154 or ITN 260. | 4 credits | ||
| ITN 263 - Internet/Intranet Firewalls and E-Commerce Security | 3 credits | ||
| ITN 266 - Network Security Layers | 3 credits | ||
| ITN 275 - Incident Response and Computer Forensics | 3 credits | ||
Network Security and Support Track: 18 Credits | |||
| Course Name | Credits: | Semester Taken | Notes |
| ITN 111 - Server Administration Prerequisite(s): pre- or co-requisite: ITN 101 or ITN 154. | 3 credits | ||
| ITN 262 - Network Communication, Security and Authentication Prerequisite(s): co-requisite or pre-requisite ITN 101 or ITN 154 or ITN 260. | 4 credits | ||
| ITN 154 - Introduction to Networks | 4 credits | ||
| ITN 254 - Virtual Infrastructure: Installation and Configuration | 4 credits | ||
| ITN 263 - Internet/Intranet Firewalls and E-Commerce Security | 3 credits | ||
Web Design Track: 15 Credits | |||
| Course Name | Credits: | Semester Taken | Notes |
| ART 180 - Introduction to Computer Graphics | 3 credits | ||
| ART 116 - Design for the Web I | 3 credits | ||
| ART 263 - Interactive Design I Prerequisite(s): ART 180 and grade of “C” or higher. | 3 credits | ||
| ITP 140 - Client-Side Scripting | 3 credits | ||
| ART 117 - Design for the Web ll Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in ART 116. | 3 credits | ||
Additional Track Courses: | |||
| ITE 135 - Artificial Intelligence Awareness | 3 Credits | ||
Artificial Intelligence Track: 15 credits | |||
| Course Name | Credits: | Semester Taken | Notes |
| ITE 135 - Artificial Intelligence Awareness | 3 Credits | ||
| ITE 142 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Tools for Business | 3 Credits | ||
| ITE 153 - Artificial Intelligence, Ethics and Governance | 3 Credits | ||
| ITE 228 - Applied Artificial Intelligence for Business | 3 Credits | ||
Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 61-65ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Pre-requisite and co-requisite requirements can be found in course details. Students are strongly encouraged to complete their ENG, MTH, and SDV requirements first. Students should regularly meet with their faculty advisor and check their degree progress by accessing advisement reports in the Student Information System (SIS) in the myBrightpoint portal or the Academic Planner in Navigate. ITE 290 represents a one-credit internship that will focus on student’s particular track. Students must have completed all coursework or be concurrently completing coursework in present semester for graduation with advisor’s approval. All information technology courses must be completed within five years of student’s intended graduation date. Courses noted as Fall only or Spring only are based on historical trends and current planning and may change without notice. Students must complete all courses within a track in order to meet graduation requirements. Track courses are related to specific Career Studies Certificates (CSC). Students should consult with their faculty advisor about completing a certificate milestone prior to completing the AAS. Students who have completed the following industry certifications may receive credits toward completion of this program. Meet with faculty advisor for details.
For more information on program-related industry certifications, meet with your faculty advisor and go to the Community College Workforce Alliance (CCWA) website at ccwatraining.org. Note that in order to receive a degree or certificate at Brightpoint at least 25% of the credits must be completed at the college. | |||
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