Information Systems Technology

Students who wish to pursue an education in the area of Information Systems Technology have several options from which to choose.
The A.A.S. degree program with a major in Information Systems Technology is designed for people who seek employment or professional development as a generalist in the area of information systems technology, with specific knowledge in various areas such as microcomputer applications, programming, and networking support.
In addition, this degree may allow the student to continue on to Old Dominion University, Mary Baldwin College, or Radford University for completion of courses needed for various baccalaureate degrees.
The College also offers certificates in Information Systems Technology areas. The options include:
 

Full-time students may complete the following associate of applied science degrees in two years; part-time students determine their own pace. Students may be eligible to receive credit for some courses in these curricula through the College’s advanced standing process. Examples include credit by examination, credit by portfolio (experience), or by articulation agreement.

Associate Degree Option

Information Systems Technology

Award: Associate in Applied Science Degree
Major: Information Systems Technology

Possible occupations for graduates are: computer operator, help desk support, computer programmer, programmer analyst, PC support technician, and network support technician.

The A.A.S. degree program with a major in Information Systems Technology is designed for people who wish to be an Information Systems generalist with knowledge in various areas such as microcomputer applications, programming, and networking support.

The Information Systems Technology program provides students with knowledge and skills needed to prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification, CompTia A+ Certification, CompTia Network+ Certification, and CIW Foundations.

Curriculum

First Semester

Second Semester

Third Semester

Fourth Semester

^a Students should take the highest math that they are prepared for. Any student wishing to transfer should chose: MTH 151, MTH 157, MTH 163, MTH 173, or MTH 270

^b Cross-listed as ETR 164.

^c Students intending to complete a four year degree in the future should select either ENG 111/112 and SPD 110 or ENG 111/115. Students who select ENG 111 must complete the English sequence with ENG 112 OR ENG 115.

^d ITE 115 is a co-requisite or prerequisite to all other IT courses and should be taken in the first semester.

^e ITP 100 is a prerequisite to all other IT programming courses.

^f Students should select a programming course. Suitable courses include ITD 132, ITP 120, ITP 112, ITP 132, ITP 244 or a second level programming course. Some programming courses will be offered every other year. Prerequisite: Completion of ITE 115 and ITP 100 or permission of instructor.

^g IT electives include BUS 226, ETR 225, ITN 151, all 100-200 level ITE, ITD, ITP, and ITN courses not already required in the program, except for ITE 130, ITE 193, and ITE 298.

^h The internship or capstone project should be completed in the last semester of the program. Credit for these courses may not be obtained through the College’s advanced standing process.

ⁱ Please refer to the list of Social Science electives that are approved to fulfill this requirement.

^j Please refer to the approved list of Humanities/Fine Arts electives to fulfill this requirement.

Career Studies Certificate Options

Computer Applications for Professionals

Award: Career Studies Certificate

Purpose: to provide faculty in local elementary, middle, and secondary schools with instructional technology applications skills. Standards of Learning (SOLs) established for schools are the basis for course content. The course content and career studies certificate are valuable for other professionals who need to use presentation, Internet and other software applications.
 

Computer Network Technologies

Award: Career Studies Certificate

Purpose: to provide faculty in local elementary, middle, and secondary schools with instructional technology applications skills. Standards of Learning (SOLs) established for schools are the basis for course content. The course content and career studies certificate are valuable for other professionals who need to use presentation, Internet and other software applications.

^a Cross-listed as ETR 164.

^b Cross-listed as ETR 225.

Computer Science

Award: Career Studies Certificate

Purpose: to provide the student the opportunity to undertake a foundational curriculum in Computer Science. These courses form the requisite lower division requirements at most institutions in Computer Science. This certificate follows the guidelines outlined in Association for Computing Machinery Associate Degree in Computer Science (2003).

E-Commerce for Small Business

Award: Career Studies Certificate

Purpose: The E-Commerce for Small Business Career Studies Certificate provides students with an opportunity to acquire the skills to implement and use computer application packages for business and managerial functions. Students may begin with the certificate and continue their studies to complete the A.A.S. degree in Information Systems Technology. Full-time students may complete the certificate in two semesters; part-time students determine their own pace.

^a ITE 115 is a prerequisite to all other IST courses and should be taken in the first semester.

Information Technology

Award: Career Studies Certificate

Purpose: to provide the student an opportunity to explore various technical areas within Information Technology. These courses will provide an overview of the discipline for those interested in expanding their knowledge but will also provide an appropriate background for continuing academic studies. This certificate follows the guidelines for transfer options in Information Systems prepared by the Association for Computing Machinery Two-Year College education committee.
 

^a Students should select from one of the following: ITP 112, ITP 132, ITP 220

Multimedia Development and Integration

Award: Career Studies Certificate

Purpose: to provide faculty in local elementary, middle, and secondary schools, as well as Technology Resource Teachers (TRTs) with advanced instructional technology applications skills. The career studies certificate will fulfill their technology requirements for recertification. The course content and career studies certificate provide valuable knowledge and skills for other professionals who also need to use multimedia, and web development applications.
 

Web Design and Development

Award: Career Studies Certificate

Purpose: To train students to use standards-based web design fundamentals including code, graphic design, usability and accessibility. Students also have the opportunity to learn programming skills and apply them to database-driven web applications.

Following completion of the program, graduates will be prepared for entry-level positions in: Web design, web development, web page maintenance.
 

^a Choose from ITD 130, ITE 160, or ITP 220

Related information: Information Systems Technology Department Site