This program is designed to prepare students to work in many different information technology systems and networks that drive society and the economy. Students may study a variety of topics including networking, system administration and cybersecurity that are vital to today’s collaborative and connected business environments.
Please see the Associate of Applied Science page for a list of all courses filling general education requirements.
NOTE: Please see Cybersecurity, Network Technician, or System Administration pathway pages for specific program information.
The mission of the Associate of Applied Science in Technology is to provide employment-related knowledge and skills necessary to succeed as a professional in a chosen field of study
Students who complete an Associate of Applied Science in Technology are expected to:
- Know the subject matter appropriate to the emphasis of the degree. (WNC SLO 1,3,6,7)
- Communicate effectively and appropriately, in oral and written form. WNC SLO 2)
- Locate, evaluate and properly utilize the tools and resources appropriate to a technology degree professional. (WNC SLO 1,6,7)
- Acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment or career enhancement. (WNC SLO 1,7)
- Developed an appreciation of the importance of social, ethical, legal and diversity issues. (WNC SLO 5,7)
- Developed an appreciation of the need and importance of lifelong learning. (WNC SLO 1)
Required Courses
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Total Requirements | 60 Units | |
| Program Requirements | 36 Units | |
| CIT 114 | IT Essentials | 4 |
| CIT 128 | Introduction to Software Development | 4 |
| CIT 217 | Security + | 3 |
| CIT 263 | Introduction to IT Project Management | 3 |
| INF 100 | Introduction to Informatics I - Basic Concepts | 3 |
| Program Electives | ||
| Choose at least 19 units from the following: | ||
| CIT 129 | Introduction to Programming | 3 |
| CIT 130 | Beginning Java | 3 |
| CIT 133 | Beginning C++ | 3 |
| CIT 173 | Linux Installation & Configuration | 3 |
| CIT 174 | Linux System Administration | 3 |
| CIT 180 | Database Concepts and Sql | 3 |
| CIT 211 | Microsoft Networking I | 4 |
| CIT 212 | Microsoft Networking II | 4 |
| CIT 213 | Microsoft Networking III | 4 |
| CIT 214 | Microsoft Networking IV | 4 |
| CIT 273 | Network Defense | 3 |
| CIT 274 | Ethical Hacking | 3 |
| CIT 275 | Hacking Forensics Investigation | 3 |
| CIT 230 | Advanced JAVA | 3 |
| CIT 233 | Advanced C++ | 3 |
| CIT 238 | Introduction to Smartphone Application Development | 3 |
| CSCO 120 | Ccna Internetworking Fundamentals | 4 |
| CSCO 121 | Ccna Routing Protocols | 4 |
| CSCO 130 | Fundamentals of Wireless Lans | 4 |
| CSCO 220 | Ccna Lan Switch Wireless | 4 |
| CSCO 221 | Ccna Wan Fundamentals | 4 |
| CSCO 230 | Fundamentals of Network Security | 4 |
| IS 101 | Introduction to Information Systems | 3 |
| IS 201 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| General Education Requirements | 24 Units | |
| English/Communications Requirement: Recommend ENG 101 and ENG 107 Must include a writing course | 6 | |
| Human Relations Requirement | 3 | |
| Humanities/Social Science Requirements | 3 | |
| Mathematics Requirement: Recommend: MATH 126 or higher | 3 | |
| Science Requirement | 3 | |
| U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirement | 3 | |
| General Elective | 3 | |