Information Technology - Curriculum
The Information Technology (IT) curriculum prepares graduates for employment in the technology sector as designers, testers, support technicians, networkers, system administrators, developers, or programmers who use computer software and/or hardware to design, process, implement, and manage information systems in specialties such as networking, desktop support, security, web and application development, and other specialties depending on the technical path selected within the curriculum.
Course work includes development of a student’s ability to create, store, communicate, exchange, and use information to solve technical issues related to information support and services, interactive media, network systems, programming and software development, information security, and other emerging technologies based on the selected area of study. Students also build soft skills vital to employability and personal and professional success such as interpersonal and teamwork skills, communication skills, and problem solving skills. Instructors endeavor to develop a spirit of lifelong learning among students. Where possible, the program also incorporates competencies from industry-recognized certification exams.
Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies that rely on computer systems to design and manage information. Graduates of certain degree programs may also qualify for 2+2 transfer agreements with area universities.
Curriculum Plans
Degree
Diploma
Certificate
- Support Services - System Admin
- Support Services - Support Functions
- Support Services - Certification Prep
- Networking & Security
- Network Management - CCNA Prep
- Web, Mobile, and Software Development
- Support Foundations (For High School Students)
- Support Services Exploration (For High School Students)
- Network Management - CCENT Prep (For High School Students)
- Software Development Foundations (For High School Students)