Information Technology
The Information Technology program at »Æ¹Ï¶ÌÊÓƵ prepares students for careers in a rapidly changing technology field. Students develop skills in computing, networking, software applications, and problem-solving used across industries including business, healthcare, education, and government.
Students gain hands-on experience with modern technology, preparing them for information-focused workplaces and industry certification opportunities. Coursework combines technical knowledge with practical skills needed to support today’s digital environments. View the IT Fact Sheet.
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
AAS Curriculum | ||
| CIS 104 | Microcomputer Database | 3 |
| CIS 128 | Microcomputer Hardware I | 3 |
| CIS 129 | Microcomputer Hardware II | 3 |
| CIS 141 | Introduction to Cyber Security | 3 |
| CIS 164 | Networking Fundamentals I | 3 |
| CIS 202 | Advanced Software Applications | 3 |
| CIS 220 | Operating Systems- Unix | 3 |
| COMM 110 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
| CSCI 101 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| CSCI 122 | Beginning Basic / Visual Basic C++ OR | 3 |
| CSCI 124 | Beginning C++ / Visual C++ | 3 |
| ENGL 110 | College Composition I | 3 |
| ENGL 120 | College Composition II OR | 3 |
| ENGL 125 | Introduction to Professional Writing | 3 |
| General Education | Health, Physical Education, Recreation | 2 |
| General Education | Humanities/Social Sciences | 6 |
| General Education | Math/Science/Computer Science | 3 |
| *Certificate | Computer Networking, Cyber Security, Web Design | 12 |
| Elective | 1 | |
| Total AAS Credits | 60 | |
*Students must choose 12 credits from one certificate. The instructor may approve electives from CIS, COOP, or CSCI.
Certificate 1: Computer Networking | ||
| CIS 165 | Networking Fundamentals II | 3 |
| CIS 224 | Networking I | 3 |
| CIS 243 | Networking II | 3 |
| CIS 267 | Intermediate Networking I | 3 |
| CIS 268 | Intermediate Networking II | 3 |
Certificate 2: Cyber Security | ||
| CIS 142 | Ethical Hacking & Network Defense | 3 |
| CIS 147 | Principles of Information Security | 3 |
| CIS 241 | Introduction to Digital Forensics | 3 |
| CIS 255 | Computer and Network Security | 3 |
| CIS 284 | Incident Response and Disaster Recovery | 3 |
CERTIFICATE
CERTIFICATE
Certificate Curriculum | ||
| CIS 128 | Microcomputer Hardware I | 3 |
| CIS 129 | Microcomputer Hardware II | 3 |
| CIS 141 | Introduction to Cyber Security | 3 |
| CIS 164 | Networking Fundamentals I | 3 |
| CIS 165 | Networking Fundamentals II | 3 |
| CIS 202 | Advanced Software Applications | 3 |
| CIS 220 | Operating Systems-Unix | 3 |
| CSCI 122 | Beginning Basic/Visual Basic OR | 3 |
| CSCI 124 | Beginning C++/Visual C++ | |
| ENGL 110 | College Composition I | 3 |
| ENGL 120 | College Composition II OR | 3 |
| ENGL 125 | Introduction to Professional Writing | |
| Total Certificate Credits | 30 | |
Questions About Information Technology?
Connect with a faculty member to learn more about the Information Technology program, courses, and career opportunities.
Heidi Schneider, Associate Professor
Heidim.Schneider@lrsc.edu