Nov 21, 2024  
2023-2025 Catalog Volume XXXI Ver 1 
    
2023-2025 Catalog Volume XXXI Ver 1

Information Technology, AS


Overview

The Associate of Science in Information Technology degree program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to critically plan, develop, implement, and manage information technology solutions in organizations to meet the needs of users, while understanding the importance of critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving. Students are required to earn a minimum grade of “C” in all major courses.

Learning Outcomes

Through completion of the Associate of Science in Information Technology program, students will:

  1. Apply knowledge of computing requirements and mathematics for technology solutions in business applications.
    1. Apply knowledge of applications development.
    2. Develop scripts for information technology applications.
  2. Analyze a problem and identify the computing requirements for the appropriate solution. Plan, install, manage, and troubleshoot a computer network.
  3. Design and use spreadsheets and database applications for business processes and project tracking.
    1. Use spreadsheets for business applications and project tracking.
    2. Design a relational database using Microsoft Access.

The Associate of Science in Information Technology degree program is currently offered at the Knoxville and Nashville campuses and Online.

AS Information Technology Curriculum: 92.5 Credits


Area I - Core Curriculum: 44 Credits


Communications


Computer Literacy


Humanities


  • Approved Humanities Elective Credits: 4.5

Mathematics


Personal Development


Science


  • Approved Science Elective Credits: 4

Social Science


  • Approved Social Science Elective Credits: 4.5

Written Communication


Area II - Major Curriculum: 48.5 Credits


(A minimum grade of C is required in all major courses)