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Computer Information Technology Associate in Science Degree (and Certificate Programs)
Set Yourself Up for a Great Career
Potential Careers
Information Technology encompasses many different jobs and
• Technical Support Analyst • Internet Technician • Help Desk Support Technician
requires people with diverse skills and interests. Do you like to
Potential Earnings
work with people or do hands-on technical support? Are you
For salary and wage information, visit: http://floridawages.com/
More than 80% of the region’s employers need staff who understand IT (that’s Information Technology). Computer
• • • •
Internet Security Specialist PC Support Technician Web Support Technician Security Administrator
interested in Internet support? High-tech companies have a continuing need for trained customer support specialists to staff the help desk, answering customer problem calls and providing timely assistance in solving technical problems. Valencia’s
Contacts Prospective Students: Contact Enrollment Services at enrollment@valenciacollege.edu or call 407-582-1507.
Computer Information Technology Degree prepares you to become a technical support technician who will provide hands-on technical assistance such as computer repair and software installation, and computer security specialists who provide system support.
For a Jump Start on Your Career… Take the fast track to reaching your career goals with one of our certificate programs below. These certificate programs are designed to equip you with a specialized skill set for immediate employment or to upgrade your skills for job advancement. Most can be completed in one year or less, and all of the courses in the certificate programs can be applied towards the A.S. degree. • Computer Information Technology Analyst - IT Security Specialization (27 credits) - IT Support Specialization (27 credits) • Computer Information Technology Specialist (18 credits)
Credit for Industry Certification/Licensure If you have earned a state approved industry certification, you may be eligible to receive credits toward your A.S. degree. For a listing of eligible industry certifications and A.S. degree programs, visit: valenciacollege.edu/asdegrees/credit_alternative.cfm. Receive updates about the program and connect with other students at: facebook.com/ValenciaInformationTechnology ©2011 Valencia College ASP080211-02
Current Students: Mr. Dave Brunick Program Chair, East
East Campus: 407-582-2360 dbrunick@valenciacollege.edu
Ms. Launa Sickler Career Program Advisor
East Campus:407-582-2504 lsickler@valenciacollege.edu
Ms. Joan Alexander Program Chair, West
West Campus: 407-582-1542 jalexander@valenciacollege.edu
Ms. Amy Love Career Program Advisor
West Campus: 407-582-1973 alove8@valenciacollege.edu
Mr. Ray Enger Program Chair, Osceola
Osceola Campus: 407-582-4118 renger@valenciacollege.edu
Ms. Claudia Zequeira Career Program Advisor
Osceola Campus: 407-582-4172 czequeira@valenciacollege.edu
A.S. to Bachelor’s Degree Career Path… Did you know that all of Valencia’s A.S. degree programs will transfer into the Bachelor’s of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree at UCF’s regional campuses, as well as other universities? For more information about specific locations and requirements, visit: regionalcampuses.ucf.edu/program/applied-science/
Internship & Workforce Services If you need assistance with job resources or in locating an internship, please contact one of the individuals below: Vertrilla Hunt, East Campus: 407-582-2726 Carmen Diaz, West Campus: 407-582-1034 Matthew Abalos, Osceola Campus: 407-582-4196 For more information, visit: valenciacollege.edu/internship
Computer Information Technology INTERMEDIATE COURSES
Computer Information Technology Associate in Science Degree This program is designed for students who wish to develop information technology skills in technical customer service, information technology support, and computer security. There is significant flexibility in this degree. It is designed for students who seek immediate employment, and it provides the option for students to transfer as a junior to complete a four-year bachelor’s degree in Information Systems Technology. Graduates of specific programs at Orange County Tech Centers and TECO may be eligible for the award of credit in specific courses in this program. For information and requirements, visit the Valencia Web site at valenciacollege.edu/asdegrees/tech.cfm to view the articulation agreement. Eligible students should contact the related academic department and/or career program advisor at Valencia for the award of credit. Students are strongly encouraged to consult a career program advisor in the department office for assistance in determining the best education plan for their career goals.
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Social, Legal, and Ethical Issues in Information Technology Introduction to Network Security Web Site Development Database Management Systems Computer Information Technology 2 Business Elective
Social Science See Gen. Ed. Requirement Gen. Ed. Elective See Gen. Ed. Requirement SPC 1608 Fundamentals of Speech Total Credits
Course
+* ENC 1101 Science or +* Mathematics Humanities N1 CET 2486C CGS 2100 A1
CET 2178C + CGS 1560 A1
CET 2179C
3 3 3 3 24
Title
Credits
3Computer Information Technology * CIS 2910 * CIS 2943
SLS 1303
Electives 4 IT Capstone Internship in Computer Information Technology or Job Search Total Credits Total Degree Credits
13 4
1 18 63
Computer Information Technology Analyst with Specializations in: IT Support Technical Certificate FOUNDATION COURSES Course A1
CET 2178C + CGS 1560
FOUNDATION COURSES Title
3 3 3 3
IT Security
Analyze technical problems as related to customer requirements. Design a logical plan for the development of technical requirements. Develop resources to meet technical requirements. Implement computer systems solutions including documentation. Evaluate computer systems problems, plans, and solutions for correctness and appropriateness. Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
Course
Credits
ADVANCED COURSES
Program Outcomes: • • • • •
Title
CGS 2091 * S1 CTS 1120 +C1 COP 2822 + CGS 2545
Although scheduling may not always provide for the following progression of courses, students should use the foundation, intermediate and advanced course sequence as a guide in program planning. All degree-seeking students must satisfy entry testing requirements and satisfactorily complete all Mandatory Courses in reading, student success, mathematics, English, and English for Academic Purposes in which the student is placed.
Course
Credits
Freshman Composition I
3
See Gen. Ed. Requirement See Gen. Ed. Requirement Local Area Networks 1Computer Fundamentals
3 3 3
and Applications A+ Concepts (Hardware) Introduction to Operating Systems or A+ Concepts (Software) Total Credits
3 3
A1
CET 2179C CET 2486C *S1 CTS 1120 CTS 2321
N1
Title
Credits
A+ Concepts (Hardware) Introduction to Operating Systems or A+ Concepts (Software) Local Area Networks Introduction to Network Security Linux System Administration 3Computer Information Technology
3
Electives Total Credits
9 24
3 21
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus. + This course must be completed with a grade of C or better. * This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.
3 3 3 3
Computer Information Technology 3 COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYELECTIVES
IT Security Specialization Program Outcomes: • Design a logical plan for the development of technical requirements. • Develop resources to meet technical requirements. • Evaluate computer systems security vulnerabilities using appropriate resources. • Implement computer network security defenses. Course
* CTS 2317
Title
Advanced Network Security Total Credits Total Certificate Credits
Credits
3 3 27
IT Support Specialization Program Outcomes: • Analyze technical problems as related to customer requests. • Evaluate computer systems problems, plans, and solutions for correctness and appropriateness. • Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences. Course
Title
CTS 1155
Introduction to Customer Service and Help Desk Concepts Total Credits Total Certificate Credits
Credits
3 3 27
Computer Information Technology Specialist Technical Certificate Program Outcomes: • Design a logical plan for the development of technical requirements • Evaluate computer systems security vulnerabilities using appropriate resources. Course A1
CET 2178C + CGS 1560
A1
CET 2179C CET 2486C *S1 CTS 1120
N1
Title
Any course with a subject prefix of CET, CGS (except CGS 1060), CTS, CAP, CIS, COP, or COT not already used to satify program requirements 4 CIS 2910 is taken in last semester or with department approval. The following notations indicate the course is part of a sequence which prepares students for a CompTIA or other industry certification examination: A1 A+ C1 CIW Foundations N1 Network + CET 2588 part of the sequence S1 Security + I1 i-Net + Several Florida public universities provide opportunities for A.S. degree graduates to pursue a bachelor’s degree. All of Valencia’s A.S. degrees will transfer into the Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree offered at UCF’s regional campuses, as well as other universities. For more information on UCF’s B.A.S. degree, go to regionalcampuses.ucf.edu/program/applied-science. For other transfer options that may be available, go to valenciacollege.edu/asdegrees/tech.cfm. Students who want to continue their education should contact their university of choice for acceptance of this degree. For students who are interested in pursuing UCF’s B.A.S. degree, 36 credit hours of general education courses will be required. Students will also have to fulfill the state’s foreign language requirement, which is two years of the same high school foreign language or two semesters of the same college-level foreign language.
Credits
A+ Concepts (Hardware) Introduction to Operating Systems or A+ Concepts (Software) Local Area Networks Introduction to Network Security 3 Computer Information Technology
3
Electives Total Certificate Credits
6 18
3 3 3
NOTES: 1 For students with a high level of expertise in current version of Microsoft Office Suite, credit-by-examination is available for this course. 2 COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS ELECTIVES Any of these courses not being used for a degree requirement may be used for the Business Elective credit. Students planning to transfer to a four-year institution are encouraged to consult a career program advisor to determine the best course selection for transfer. Course
Title
ECO 2013 ECO 2023 GEB 1011
Principles of Economics - Macro Principles of Economics - Micro Introduction to Business
Credits
3 3 3
Specialized courses may not be offered every session or on every campus. + This course must be completed with a grade of C or better. * This course has a prerequisite; check description in Valencia catalog.