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Information Technology

The Information Technology Program provides training in network administration, web page design, PC Maintenance, intranet and Internet operations, diagnosing and troubleshooting computer problems and software applications. Students will build and maintain a computer network system. Courses prepare the student for various certifications including the A+, Network+ and Microsoft Certified Application Specialist.  Students have the option of an Information Technology Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science Degree after successfully completing the program of instruction.


Program Outcomes

  • Develop entry-level computer technology skills used in employment.
  • Model Computer Construction, Maintenance and Troubleshooting.
  • Facilitate Network Technologies.
  • Generate Software and Application Programs.
  • Model Desktop Publishing Software.
  • Design Web Media and Web Programming.

 

Summer Tech Boot Camp

Students and Instructors will be immersed into the world of Information Technology during the week.  The camp is designed to introduce and then develop basic to advanced skills in many of the technology fields students love to work in.

 

Industry-Recognized Certifications

Required Courses

First Semester

Course Code Course Name Credits
ACIT-101 Operating Systems 3
ACIT-104 Web Development 2
ACIT-111 The Internet of Things 2
TNT-130 Telecommunications Cabling 2
TNT-140 Computer Networks I 3
SS-102 Tech Connect 0
TOTAL

Second Semester

Course Code Course Name Credits
ACIT-106 PC Servicing & Upgrade 4
ACIT-109 Advanced Web Development 3
ACIT-203 Programming I 3
TNT-230 Computer Networks II 3
TOTAL

Third Semester

Course Code Course Name Credits
ACIT-200 Digital Media Design & Development 2
ACIT-211Z Network Servers 4
ACIT-206 Programming II 4
ACIT-210 Video Applications 3
TOTAL

Fourth Semester

Course Code Course Name Credits
ACIT-201 Mobile Application Design & Development 4
ACIT-204 Database Design & Management 3
ACIT-207 Advanced Digital Media Design & Development 2
ACIT-208 Network Security 2
ACIT-214 IT Project Management 4
ACIT-212 IT Practicum 1
TOTAL

General Education Course Requirements

Course Code Course Name Credits
COM-103 English Composition I T▸ 3
COM-105 Fundamentals of Oral Communication T▸ 3
CIS-100 Computer Applications T▸ 3
MA-102 Essential Math T▸OR 3
MA-110 Intermediate AlgebraOR 3
MA-111 College Algebra T▸ 3
SS-100 General Psychology T▸ 3
TOTAL
Total Required Hours

T▸ - Course eligible for transfer to a state university.

Post Graduate Jobs

Job Title Annual Salary
Network Administrator $50,000
Technical Service Administrator $40,000
Technical Support Specialist $30,000
PC Technician $28,000
C++ Programmer $28,000

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This Program is available in Beloit

Department Chair

Beloit: Zachary Warner

Program Instructors

Matt Hoffer