For more information on this program, contact the Business and Technology division at 615-230-3301 or at bustechinfo@volstate.edu.
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Information Technology prepares students for positions in the workplace through the use of various systems, applications, languages and products. The program consists of a common core of General Education and Computer Information Technology major core courses, combined with subject-specific courses designed to address skills within the concentration area. These subject-specific courses focus on those skill-sets identified by employers as essential in today’s workplace and, where appropriate, will prepare students for industry-recognized certification examinations. The concentrations are designed to ensure that students have the proper experience, training, and skills to begin work in the chosen field upon successful completion of the chosen program of study.
The Systems Analyst concentration prepares the student to solve computer problems and apply computer technology to meet the needs of their organization. The concentration includes diverse disciplines to enhance the communication, research, business, and technology skills of the student. Required courses are Programming I, Advanced Database Concepts, .Net Programming and Project Management.
Computer Literacy Requirement: Students in this degree program must prove Computer Literacy during the first semester of study. See www.volstate.edu/ComputerLiteracy/.
Students earning a degree in a Computer Information Technology program are required to take the CIT Exit Exam in order to graduate. Please, see your advisor for more details.
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