Information Technology, AAS

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PURPOSE: The Information Technology (IT) degree is designed to meet the rapidly changing workforce needs of business and industry. The curriculum has been designed to prepare students for employment in the business information and computer technology fields. The curriculum allows students to gain an overall understanding of the IT field in addition to pursuing a particular track, which represents an area of interest or specialization. The five tracks are: Cisco Network, computer applications, cyber security, network support and program development.

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 using computer software.
Design an operational computer program using a designated programming language.
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.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet JTCC admission requirements. Students may need to complete placement tests in English and mathematics. Visit www.jtcc.edu/placement for all course placement options. If students have deficiencies in English and/or mathematics, JTCC offers developmental and prerequisite courses to prepare students for the curriculum. New students should visit the Advising Center and returning students their faculty advisor for more information.

Text in italics and parentheses indicates approved course substitutions. Pre-requisite and co-requisite requirements can be found in course details.

Required Courses

SDV 101 - Orientation to Discipline 1 credit (SDV 100 )
ENG 115 - Technical Writing 3 credits (ENG 111 )
MTH 154 - Quantitative Reasoning 3 credits
ITE 115 - Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts 3 credits ⁴
ECO 201 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3 credits (ECO 202 )
BUS 100 - Introduction to Business 3 credits
PHI 111 - Logic I 3 credits (PHI 220 )
ITE 130 - Introduction to Internet Services 3 credits
ITE 215 - Advanced Computer Applications and Integration 3 credits
ACC 211 - Principles of Accounting I 3 credits
ACC 212 - Principles of Accounting II 3 credits
ITE 221 - PC Hardware and OS Architecture 3 credits (Offered Spring Only)
ITN 101 - Introduction to Network Concepts 3 credits
ITP 100 - Software Design 3 credits
ITP 251 - Systems Analysis and Design 3 credits
ITN 260 - Network Security Basics 3 credits
IT Track Courses 15/16 credits ⁸ (See tracks below)
PSY 200 - Principles of Psychology 3 credits (SOC 200 )
ITE 290 - Coordinated Internship 1 credit

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 65/66

NOTES:

¹ITE 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.

²All information technology courses must be completed within five years of student’s intended graduation date.

³Prerequisite requirement(s) must be met for all classes.

⁴Students with good computer skills may seek to satisfy this requirement by CLEP or internal exam.

⁵Students should regularly meet with their faculty advisor and check their advisement report in MyTyler – SIS.

⁶Courses noted as Fall only or Spring only are based on historical trends and current planning and may change without notice.

⁷Transfer to Four-Year Colleges and Universities – This program is not intended for transfer. Students desiring to transfer should consult their faculty advisor and their intended transfer institutions for specific direction in program and course selection. Required courses for any major at four-year institutions may vary.

⁸Students must complete all courses within a track in order to meet graduation requirements.

⁹Track courses are related to specific Career Studies Certificates (CSC). Students should consult with their faculty advisors about completing a certificate milestone prior to completing the AAS.

IT Required Track Courses:

Information Technology, AAS

Required Courses

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 65/66

IT Required Track Courses:

Cisco Network Track: 16 Credits

Computer Applications Track: 15 Credits

Cyber Security Track: 15 Credits

Network Support Track: 15 Credits

Program Development Track: 15 Credits