Information Technology-Support Specialist, AAS-T

Associate in Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T)

Computer Information Systems Specialists work with businesses, governments, and other organizations that use computer hardware and software every day. They provide day-to-day support for users. They make sure all parts of a computer system work to meet the organization’s goals. They use their strong communications skills to help and work with a variety of people within an organization.

Graduates of the AAS-T Information Technology - Support Specialist program are prepared for the BAS-IS program, or for general Information Technology positions such as technical support, help desk, or other business-oriented systems environments. The program offers students the ability to take a cross-section of CIS classes that introduces them to the major domains of information technology rather than specializing in a single domain. This includes programming, web design, networking, and security. The program stresses soft skills such as communication and teamwork.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Effectively use computers to automate business information systems.
2. Effectively analyze, design, and build application solutions to support business needs.
3. Effectively analyze, design, and build Web solutions to support business needs.
4. Effectively analyze, design, and build network solutions to support business needs.
5. Effectively analyze, design, and deploy IT security solutions to support business needs.
6. Effectively fulfill business needs with IT solutions.
7. Effectively communicate orally and in writing in the context of common business practices.
8. Work as a team member in a business information system environment to accomplish the goals of a global organization.
9. Follow simple and complex directions, exhibit a high level of attention to detail, and will be able to demonstrate a strong adherence to good time management practices.