Information Technology, Associate of Science Degree
Banner Code: 3_AS_INFOT
Control Number: 20378
Financial Aid Eligible
This Associate of Science in Information Technology (IT) provides students a comprehensive foundation in the field of information technology, focusing on operating systems, networking, and cloud architecture. This program prepares students for entry-level IT roles, including Network Administrator, IT Support Specialist, Cloud Administration Specialist, and Computer Systems Analyst. Key topics include computer networking fundamentals, network and system security, introductory programming, server administration, cloud architecture, and security policies and procedures. Through hands-on exercises and technical writing assignments, students develop practical, in-demand skills essential for success in the IT workforce.
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking, systems, and cloud solutions.
- Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking, system, and cloud problems
- Demonstrate the ability to design and implement solutions for networking, system, and cloud operations.
Review the Associate in Science and Associate in Arts Graduation Requirements and General Education requirements.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | ||
| Complete the following: | ||
| IT C104 | IT Fundamentals (Tech+) | 4 |
| or IT C110 | Computer Hardware and Software (A+ Essentials) | |
| CYBR C101 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| IT C128 | Computer Networking Principles (Network+) | 3 |
| or IT C201 | Introduction to Networking (Cisco CCNA 1) | |
| IT C158 | Contemporary Operating Systems (Server+) | 3 |
| CIS C157 | Introduction to Python Programming | 3 |
| IT C198 | Cloud Foundations | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Select three courses from the following: | 9 | |
| Linux Operating System Principles (Linux+) | ||
| Introduction to Networking (Cisco CCNA 1) 1 | ||
| Essentials of Routing, Switching, and Wireless (Cisco CCNA 2) | ||
| Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation (Cisco CCNA 3) | ||
| Wireless Networking | ||
| AI Integration: Local and Cloud Solutions | ||
| Cloud Architecture and Networking | ||
| Units Required for Major | 28 | |
| Local General Education or CalGETC pattern | varies | |
| Electives to Satisfy Unit Requirement | varies | |
| Total Units | 60-62 | |
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This course can only be applied once, as either a required course or as an elective.