Information Technology (AAB)

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED BUSINESS IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Associate of Applied Business degree in Information Technology provides students with a core curriculum of programming, operating systems and networks, website development, hardware, security fundamentals, and workgroup productivity technologies.

If you are interested in a bachelor's degree, visit our Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree webpage.

The Information Technology major comprises the following concentrations:

• The Application Development Technology concentration prepares students for various professional certifications and positions such as computer programmer/application developer using industry-standard languages and technologies.
• The General Technology concentration prepares students for entry-level positions in small- and medium-sized organizations that require computer staff to perform a wide variety of technical duties.
• The Internet/Multimedia Technology concentration prepares students for various professional certifications and positions in Web development, social media, and digital media.
• The Network Technology concentration prepares students for various professional certifications and positions in tech support and networking fields administering Windows-based systems.

THIS PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR YOU IF

• You enjoy learning about new and upcoming technologies.
• You like to help people and have good communication skills.
• You like a balance of working with your hands and in an office setting.

THIS PROGRAM WILL TEACH YOU

• Demonstrate core IT competency in networking and convergence; servers, storage, and virtualization; client computing and user support; digital media and immersive technology; database and information management; and programming and application development.
• Function effectively as a member of a diverse team to accomplish common goals.
• Read and interpret technical information, as well as listen effectively to, communicate orally with, and write clearly for a wide range of audiences.
• Engage in continuous learning as well as research and assess new ideas and information to provide the capabilities for lifelong learning.
• Exhibit professional, legal, and ethical behavior.
• Demonstrate business awareness and workplace effectiveness.