Information Technology, AAS

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PURPOSE: This two-year degree prepares students for entry-level jobs in IT. Jobs include computer support specialist, networking technician, and app developer and programmer. 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.

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.jtcc.edu/academics/transfer/

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.

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 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.

Required Courses

SDV 101 - Orientation to Discipline 1 credit Additional Course Option: SDV 100 .
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 115 - Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts 3 credits
ITN 101 - Introduction to Network Concepts 3 credits
ITP 100 - Software Design 3 credits
IT Track Courses 6 credits (See tracks below)
ITE 130 - Introduction to Internet Services 3 credits
ITE 215 - Advanced Computer Applications and Integration 3 credits
ITE 221 - PC Hardware and OS Architecture 3 credits (Offered Spring Only)
ITN 260 - Network Security Basics 3 credits
ACC 211 - Principles of Accounting I 3 credits
BUS 100 - Introduction to Business 3 credits
IT Track Courses 6-7 credits (See tracks below)
ITP 251 - Systems Analysis and Design 3 credits
IT Track Course 3 credits (See tracks below)
ACC 212 - Principles of Accounting II 3 credits
ECO 201 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3 credits Additional Course Option: ECO 202 .
PHI 111 - Logic I 3 credits Additional Course Option: PHI 220 .
PSY 200 - Principles of Psychology 3 credits Additional Course Option: SOC 200 .
ITE 290 - Coordinated Internship 1 credit Offered Spring Only

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 65/66

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 advisement report by accessing the Student Information System (SIS) through the myTyler portal.

Students with good computer skills may seek to satisfy the ITE 115 requirement by taking the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) or the John Tyler Community College ITE 115 Test Challenge Exam.

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.

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