Associate of Applied Science
in Information Technology (ITAAS)

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 which utilize computer and network systems, including manufacturing, education, government, the Internet, research facilities, utility companies and financial institutions.

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.

Class Schedule
Mon-Thu 8:00 a.m. to 1:50 p.m.
or
Mon-Thu 5:00 p.m. to 10:50 p.m.

Lab Hours
Mon-Thu 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Semester Start Dates
Classes begin every 8 weeks.
See academic calendar for next start date

Length of Course
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. Lab time for the complete program is approximately 420 hours; theory time, 810 hours.

Required Courses

CSE103	Introduction to Computer Science	3.0
CSE123	Business Practices and Automation	3.5
EEM115	A+	5.0
CSI204	Elementary Database	4.5
CSP224	Elementary Visual Basic	4.5
CSP324	Intermediate Visual Basic	4.5
CSP234	Elementary Visual C++	4.5
CSP334	Intermediate Visual C++	4.5
MTH113	Solving Electronics Problems I	3.0
MTH123	Solving Electronics Problems II	3.0
PHY213	Basic Physics	3.0
ENG103	Technical Communications	3.0
ENG123	English Composition	3.0
PGS112	Success Planning	2.0
PGS121	Conflict Management and Resolution	1.0
PGS212	Personnel Customs and Cultures	2.0
PGS222	Team Building	2.0
SPC103	Business and Professional Speaking	3.0
Students must choose one of the following sets:
CSN204	Network Administration Organization	4.5
CSN224	Network Administration Performance	4.5
CSP244	Elementary Java	4.5
CSP344	Intermediate Java	4.5
CSP423	Advanced Visual Basic	3.0
CSP433	Advanced Visual C++	3.0
CSE223	Linux Operating System	3.0
Total Hours in Required Courses:		68.0
Total Program Hours:		68.0