A.A.S., Information Technology Specialist
Concentrations: Computing Technology, Network and Cybersecurity, and Network and System Administration
Minimum Requirements for A.A.S. Degree: 60 credits
Students must earn a C- grade or better in each course.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General University Requirements | ||
| Complete the general university requirements. | ||
| A.A.S. Degree Requirements | ||
| Complete the A.A.S. degree requirements. 1 | ||
| Program Requirements | ||
| CITS F204 | Introduction to Computer Networks | 3 |
| Complete one from the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Microcomputer Programming | ||
| Introduction to Computer Programming | ||
| Computer Science I | ||
| CITS F212 | Server Operating Systems | 3 |
| CITS F261 | Computer and Network Security | 3 |
| CITS F281 | Professional Practices in IT | 3 |
| CITS F284 | Independent Project | 3 |
| or CITS F285 | Cooperative Work Experience | |
| Additional 6 credits from CIOS, CITS or CS electives | 6 | |
| Concentrations | ||
| Complete one of the following concentrations: | 21-22 | |
Computing Technology | ||
Network and Cybersecurity | ||
Network and System Administration | ||
| Pass a certification review requiring students to demonstrate proficiency in the following skill areas: network support and troubleshooting; system administration; cybersecurity; independent thinking; human relations and support; and professional practices. 2 | ||
| 1 | As part of the A.A.S. degree requirements, complete DEVM F105 or any course at the F100 level or above in mathematical sciences (computer science, math or statistics) for the computation requirement, and ABUS F154, ANTH F100X, SOC F101X for the human relations requirement. |
| 2 | Prior to graduation, all students are required to pass a certification review that includes a hands-on scenario task and the development and presentation of a portfolio of work. |
Concentrations
Computing Technology
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Complete 21-22 credits from the following or from program coordinator-approved courses: | 21-22 | |
| Microcomputer Operating Systems Support | ||
| Information Technology Support Fundamentals | ||
| Microcomputer Operating Systems: Topics | ||
| Implementing Internet Tools and Technologies | ||
| Graphics and Multimedia for the Web | ||
| Website Design | ||
| System and Network Services Administration | ||
| Networking and LAN Infrastructure Basics | ||
| Routing and Switching Essentials | ||
| Intermediate Networking and LAN Infrastructure | ||
| Advanced Network Infrastructure Services | ||
| Cybersecurity Defense and Countermeasures | ||
| Network Security Penetration Testing | ||
| Directory Services Administration | ||
| IT Troubleshooting Skills | ||
| Information Technology: Topics | ||
Network and Cybersecurity
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Complete the following: | ||
| CITS F241 | Networking and LAN Infrastructure Basics | 4 |
| CITS F242 | Routing and Switching Essentials | 4 |
| CITS F243 | Intermediate Networking and LAN Infrastructure | 4 |
| CITS F244 | Advanced Network Infrastructure Services | 4 |
| CITS F262 | Cybersecurity Defense and Countermeasures | 3 |
| CITS F263 | Network Security Penetration Testing | 3 |
Network and System Administration
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Complete the following: | ||
| CITS F240 | System and Network Services Administration | 3 |
| CITS F241 | Networking and LAN Infrastructure Basics | 4 |
| CITS F242 | Routing and Switching Essentials | 4 |
| CITS F243 | Intermediate Networking and LAN Infrastructure | 4 |
| CITS F244 | Advanced Network Infrastructure Services | 4 |
| CITS F265 | Directory Services Administration | 3 |
Note: Upon admission to the certificate or degree program, each student will be assigned a mentor/committee chair who will be responsible for determining the student’s current level of competency in the various skill areas; assisting the student in determining the courses/experiences necessary for gaining competency in the deficient skill areas; setting up the student’s committee to consist of the mentor and at least one other individual who may be a UA faculty member, an adjunct faculty member, or an expert in the student’s community; arranging for practical experiences in the student’s community; and organizing the committee’s final assessment of the student’s work and recommending award of the certificate or degree.
