Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology

Objective

The objective of this program is to train individuals in the field of Information Technology. Graduates will be able to write and maintain software applications, troubleshoot computer and network systems, create and maintain databases, and work with a variety of applications. Upon graduation, students will receive the degree Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology.

Graduates of this program will qualify for entry-level technical and managerial positions in many industries that use computer and network systems, including manufacturing, education, government, the Internet, research facilities, utility companies, and financial institutions.

Length of Program

The program takes two academic years consisting of four semesters, each including two 8-week terms. The minimum time to complete the program is 16 months (68 weeks, including breaks). Students must complete a minimum of 68 credit hours. The complete program consists of approximately 1215 hours, which is comprised of 825 hours of theory and 390 hours of laboratory.

Requirements

The requirements to enter into this program are, at a minimum, a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate and a passing grade of 70% on the entrance examination.

Semester Start Dates

Classes begin every 8 weeks. See the academic calendar for next start date.

Class Schedule

Monday through Thursday,
8:00 a.m. to 1:50 p.m.,
or
Monday through Thursday,
5:00 p.m. to 10:50 p.m.

 

Learning Resource System Hours

Monday through Thursday,
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.,
Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and
Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Required Courses

Code Title Hours
CSE103 Introduction to Computer Science 3.0
CSE113 Business Practices 3.5
CSI204 Elementary Database 4.5
CSN154 Network Administration 4.5
CSN214 Network Infrastructure and Management 4.5
EEM115 A+ 5.0
ENG103 Technical Communications 3.0
ENG123 English Composition 3.0
MTH133 Technical Mathematics I 3.0
MTH143 Technical Mathematics II 3.0
PGS112 Success Planning 2.0
PGS213 Competing for Employment and Promotions 3.0
PGS222 Team Building 2.0
SPC213 Oral Communications 3.0
Required Options: select three of the following sets
CSP224 Elementary Visual Basic 4.5
CSP324 Intermediate Visual Basic 4.5

CSP234 Elementary Visual C++ 4.5
CSP334 Intermediate Visual C++ 4.5

CSP244 Elementary Java 4.5
CSP344 Intermediate Java 4.5

CSP274 Elementary C# 4.5
CSP374 Intermediate C# 4.5
Total Hours in Required Courses 65.0
Free Elective Credit Hours1 3.0
Total Program Credit Hours 68.0
1 Free Electives are required credit hours that students are free to choose from the entire curriculum.
Gainful Employment Information

 

Occupational Profiles

The following are the names and U.S. Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes of the occupations that Missouri Tech’s Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology (ITAAS) program prepares students to enter, along with links to occupational profiles on the U.S. Department of Labor’s O*NET Web site.

11.0103 Information Technology
11-3021.00 Computer and Information Systems Managers
15-1011.00 Computer and Information Scientists, Research Bright Outlook Bright Outlook
15-1031.00 Computer Software Engineers, Applications Bright Outlook
15-1032.00 Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software Bright Outlook Green Occupation Green
15-1051.00 Computer Systems Analysts Bright Outlook
15-1051.01 Informatics Nurse Specialists Bright Outlook
15-1071.01 Computer Security Specialists Bright Outlook
15-1081.00 Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts Bright Outlook
15-1099.03 Network Designers Bright Outlook

 

Placement Rate

ITAAS Full-time 2011-12 cohort: N/A*
ITAAS Part-time 2011-12 cohort: 100%

*There were no graduating students eligible for employment in this cohort for the 2011-12 reporting period.

Missouri Tech’s completion and placement rates are calculated in accordance with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) Standards of Accreditation.

 

On-time Graduation Rate

The on-time graduation rate is defined as the total number of students who completed the Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology program in the published minimum time frame of 16 months. Most Missouri Tech students are non-traditional and work while attending college. As such, many of our students are part-time and thus unable to complete within 16 months.

The on-time graduation rate for the ITAAS program: 100%

 

Total Cost

The total cost of the Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology program is $45,150. This cost is comprised of the following:

Tuition
$40,460 (68 semester credit hours @ $595 / credit hour)
Resource Fee / Term
$1,140 ($95 / enrolled term)
Registration &
Testing Fee
$150
Est. Books & Supplies*
$3,400

 

*This estimate is based on the cost of books obtained from the college book store. Missouri Tech does not require students to puchase books from the college. Many students are able to find much cheaper alternatives than what the school is able to offer.

Missouri Tech does not offer room and board for our students. For an approximation of the cost of living please visit our Net Price Calculator.

 

Median Loan Debt

Title IV: $5,941
Private educational loans: $0
Institutional financing plans: $0

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