Information Systems Technology, AAS

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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:

Show knowledge and skills associated with the Open Systems Interconnection Model, layers, and functions.
Communicate effectively in IT environments using research, writing, and presentation skills.
Apply networking protocols, standards, media, implementation, and support.
Demonstrate an understanding of program logic by creating flowcharts and structure charts.
Model and design an information system.

Required Courses

SDV 100 - College Success Skills 1 credit
ENG 115 - Technical Writing 3 credits Additional Course Option: ENG 111 .
MTH 154 - Quantitative Reasoning 3 credits Additional Course Options: MTH 161 , MTH 263 .
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
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 3 credits
ITE 140 - Spreadsheet Software 3 credits
ITD 136 - Database Management Software 3 credits
ITN 170 - Linux System Administration 3 credits
ECO 201 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3 credits Additional Course Option: ECO 202 .
PHI 111 - Logic 3 credits Additional Course Option: PHI 220 .
CST 110 - Introduction to Human Communication 3 credits Additional Course Option: CST 100 .
ITP 170 - Project Management 3 credits Additional Course Options: ITE 290 .

IT Required Track Courses:

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 61-65

ADDITIONAL 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.

CompTIA Linux+ is equivalent to 3 credits for ITN 170
CompTIA Network+ is equivalent to 3 credits for ITN 101
CompTIA A+ or CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ is equivalent to 3 credits for ITE 221
CompTIA Security+ is equivalent to 3 credits for ITN 260
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner is equivalent to 3 credits for ITN 257

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.

Information Systems Technology, AAS

Required Courses

IT Required Track Courses:

Cisco Network Professional Track: 19 Credits

Cloud Computing Professional Track: 16 Credits

Computer Programming Track: 15 Credits

Cybersecurity Track: 16 Credits

Network Security and Support Track: 18 Credits

Web Design Track: 15 Credits

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 61-65