PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This associate degree major is structured to prepare graduates for immediate and continuing employment opportunities in the broad disciplines of information science and technology. This includes positions such as application programmers, associate systems designers, 网络管理人员, web designers and administrators, or information systems support specialists.
具体地说, the major is designed to ensure a thorough knowledge of information systems and includes extensive practice using contemporary technologies in the creation, 组织, 存储, 分析, 评价, 沟通, and transmission of information. The major fosters 沟通s, 人际关系, and group interaction skills through appropriate collaborative and active learning projects and experiences.
Technical material covers the structure of database systems, web and multimedia systems, and considerations in the design of information systems. Team projects in most courses, a required internship, and a second-year capstone experience provide additional, focused venues for involving students in the cutting-edge issues and technologies in the field.
GENERALIZED BUSINESS OPTION
This option enables students to specialize in the general business areas of accounting, 市场营销, 和管理.
网络选择
This option prepares graduates for positions as entry-level computer network administrators. Students take courses in personal computer hardware, networking essentials, and network administration.
Visit the 信息 Sciences and Technology, A.S. Bulletin for suggested academic plans.