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Associate of Applied Science, Information Technology: 2008-2009 Catalog
Programs of Study


Information Technology

Associate of Applied Science

When computer and communications technologies are combined, the result is Information Technology! The Information Technology degree is designed to prepare students to perform a variety of duties ranging from installing applications to designing complex computer networks and maintaining information systems. Systems administrators can work in a variety of environments including manufacturing, health care, education, or state and local government agencies. Every business has some kind of IT needs, and a graduate of this program will have a broad base of theory in and hands-on practice with many aspects of technology, especially the use of electronic devices and computer software to convert, store, protect, process, transmit, and retrieve information.

Salary: $27,363–$83,890 / year (U.S.)

Career Outlook: Much faster than average growth through 2014

Good To Know: Offers broad career opportunities and room for advancement

WNC Academic Division: For more information about this program of study, please contact the Business and Computer Technology Division.


Additional Information

Total Requirements: 64 credits

 
Core Requirements 40 Credits
CIT 129 Introduction to Programming 3
CIT 165B Introduction to Convergence 3
CIT 211 Microsoft Networking I 4
CIT 212 Microsoft Networking II 4
CSCO 120B CISCO Internetworking Academies I 4
CSCO 121B CISCO Internetworking Academies II 4
ET 131B Electronics I 4
ET 155B Home Technology Convergence 4
ET 265B Fundamentals of Telecommunications 3

Choose at least 7 credits from the following information electives:
ET 132B
ET 198B
ET 200B
CIT 161B
CIT 213
CIT 214
CIT 215
CIT 263B
CIT 269B
CSCO 220B
CSCO 221B
CSCO 130B
Electronics II
Special Topics in Electronics
Electronics Projects
Essentials of Information Security
Microsoft Networking III
Microsoft Networking IV
Microsoft Networking V
Introduction To IT Project Management
Advanced Convergence
CISCO Internetworking Academies III
CISCO Internetworking Academies IV
Fundamentals of Wireless LANs
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3
3
4
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General Education Requirements 24 Credits
English/Communications Requirement (Recommended: BUS 107 & BUS 108: Must include a writing course) 6
Human Relations Requirement 3
Humanities/Social Science Requirements 3
Mathematics Requirement 3
Science Requirement 6
U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirements 3
A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Associate of Applied Science can be found on the Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements page.
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