Information Systems Technology
Award: Associate of Applied Science Degree
Major: Information Systems Technology
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/ist/
Potential Additional Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
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 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.
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 | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 100 | Introduction To Business | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| College Composition I 1 | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| ITE 152 | Introduction to Digital Literacy and Computer Applications | 3 |
| Select one of the following | 3 | |
| Basic Technical Mathematics 2 | ||
| Quantitative Reasoning | ||
| Statistical Reasoning | ||
| Precalculus I | ||
| ITN 107 | Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting | 3 |
| SDV 101 | Orientation to (IT Professions) | 1 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| BUS 270 | Interpersonal Dynamics | 3 |
| ITN 106 | Microcomputer Operating Systems | 3 |
| ITN 208 | Protocols and Communications TCP/IP | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Software Design | ||
| Principles of Computer Science | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| College Composition II 1 | ||
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| ITD 110 | Web Page Design I | 3 |
| ITD 130 | Database Fundamentals | 3 |
| ITE 120 | Principles of Information Systems | 3 |
| ITN 260 | Network Security Basics | 3 |
| ITN 257 | Cloud Computing: Infrastructure and Services | 3 |
| IT Elective 3 | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 18 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| On-site Training in ITP 4 | ||
| Seminar & Project | ||
| IT Elective 3 | 3 | |
| ITE 160 | Introduction to E-Commerce | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Science Elective 5 | 3 | |
| Literature/Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 65 | |
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Students intending to transfer to a four-year university should select ENG 111 and ENG 112.
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Students intending to transfer to a four-year university should select: MTH 154 or MTH 161.
- 3
IT electives include ACC 211, all 100-200 level ITE, ITD, ITP, and ITN courses not already required in the program.
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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.
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Cybersecurity and Networking Foundations
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Potential Additional Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
This curriculum is designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge and skills in computer networking, cyber threats, and how to secure hardware/software from vulnerabilities.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITN 106 | Microcomputer Operating Systems | 3 |
| ITN 107 | Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting | 3 |
| ITN 208 | Protocols and Communications TCP/IP | 4 |
| ITN 260 | Network Security Basics | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Software Design | ||
| Principles of Computer Science | ||
| SDV 101 | Orientation to (IT Professions) | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours | 17 | |
Information Systems Technology
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Potential Additional Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITD 130 | Database Fundamentals | 3 |
| ITD 110 | Web Page Design I | 3 |
| ITE 120 | Principles of Information Systems | 3 |
| ITE 152 | Introduction to Digital Literacy and Computer Applications | 3 |
| ITE 160 | Introduction to E-Commerce | 3 |
| ITN 257 | Cloud Computing: Infrastructure and Services | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 | |
Computer Help Desk
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/ist/
Purpose: To provide students with both the technical skills and the interpersonal skills needed to be successful in a help desk support position. The goal of the course content and the career studies certificate is to include up-to-date information and technology that is currently used by many help desk professionals in today’s workforce. Following the completion of the program, graduates will be prepared for an entry-level position in a help desk support role.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 270 | Interpersonal Dynamics | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| College Composition I | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Spreadsheeting for Business | ||
| Database Fundamentals | ||
| ITE 152 | Introduction to Digital Literacy and Computer Applications | 3 |
| ITE 182 | User Support/Help Desk Principles | 3 |
| ITN 103 | Administration of Networked Services | 3 |
| ITN 106 | Microcomputer Operating Systems | 3 |
| ITN 260 | Network Security Basics | 3 |
| SDV 101 | Orientation to (iT Professions) | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours | 25 | |
Information Technology
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/ist/
Purpose: To provide the student with 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.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Digital Literacy and Computer Applications 1 | ||
| Principles of Information Systems | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Software Design | ||
| Principles of Computer Science | ||
| ITN 208 | Protocols and Communications TCP/IP | 4 |
| ITD 130 | Database Fundamentals | 3 |
| IT Elective 2 | 3 | |
| ITN 257 | Cloud Computing: Infrastructure and Services | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| On-site Training in ITP 3 | ||
| Seminar & Project 3 | ||
IT Elective 2 | ||
| SDV 101 | Orientation to (IT Professions) | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours | 23 | |
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ITE 152 is a co-requisite or prerequisite to most other IT courses and should be taken in the first semester.
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IT electives include ACC 211 and all 100-200 level ITE, ITD, ITP, and ITN courses not already required in the program.
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The internship or capstone project should be completed in the last semester of the program.