Network Systems and Business Support

The Associate in Applied Science in Information Technology (Information Systems Pathway) provides a broad, hands-on foundation in computer hardware, software, networking, virtualization, and business essentials. You’ll gain experience with multiple operating systems, Python programming, database management, and cloud storage, while learning to implement secure and efficient technology solutions. This integrated curriculum will prepare you to effectively manage and protect modern IT infrastructures across diverse organizational contexts.

The Associate in Applied Science in Information Technology (IT Business Support) merges core IT fundamentals, networking, and virtualization concepts with practical business considerations. You will gain hands-on experience in hardware and software support, database management, and key productivity tools, including word processing and spreadsheets. This integrated approach emphasizes project management and tech support functions, equipping you to deliver efficient technology solutions within various organizational settings.

The Cloud & Virtualization certificate program begins by building essential IT foundations and introducing Python programming to establish a technical baseline. You’ll then delve into virtualization concepts and progress through hands-on administration of virtual environments, while exploring core cloud and storage technologies.

The IT Technical Support certificate program lays the groundwork for many technology careers, which often start with a support or help desk role. In as little as one semester, you will develop a strong foundation by studying hardware and software troubleshooting, networking and security basics, and core operating system skills for Windows Single User environments. Coursework also covers internet technologies, ensuring you can handle diverse technical issues in a fast-paced work environment. By blending these fundamentals with hands-on experience in tech support functions, this program will prepare you to confidently launch your IT career.

The Network Infrastructure Management certificate program provides a thorough foundation in networking and security essentials (Network+), introducing you to core concepts like switching, routing, and enterprise networking. Coursework includes hands-on practice in Windows administration and secure communications, giving you the skills to configure and maintain complex network environments. By mastering these critical areas, you will be prepared to design, implement, and safeguard robust infrastructure solutions in diverse IT settings.

The Information Systems certificate program provides a solid foundation in modern computing fundamentals, including how computers operate, how to manage cloud and storage systems, and how to utilize internet technologies. You will gain hands-on experience in database concepts, Windows Single User environments, and Python programming to build practical, in-demand skills.

The General Office Assistant certificate program provides a solid foundation in essential computer usage, covering fundamental applications like word processing and spreadsheet software. You will also gain hands-on experience in a Windows Single User environment, explore key database concepts, and learn how to effectively use social media in a professional setting.

The Information Systems CTE program provides a solid grounding in core computing principles, ranging from IT fundamentals to foundational network and security. You will gain hands-on exposure to database concepts and learn how information systems align with business objectives.

The Information Technology CTE program offers a hands-on introduction to essential infrastructure technologies, including virtualization, Linux/Unix single-user environments, cloud storage concepts, and foundational Windows administration. You will gain practical skills in configuring virtual machines, managing open-source operating systems, and implementing scalable storage solutions.