Information Technology, AAS

Location(s): Cheyenne Campus; Online

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The Information Technology program is specifically designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in fields related to Information Technology. The curriculum offers flexibility in meeting students’ career needs. This program of study leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology. Students can earn various credit diplomas and stackable industry certifications while concurrently earning an AAS.

Contact Information

Contact information is available on the Information Technology program website.

Map your individual academic plan of courses with your Student Success Coach.

If students choose to transition to another program within the Information Technology pathway, they should be particularly aware of the choice points that indicate when a decision to branch off into another program must be made to ensure credits and time are not lost.

Coursework common to all degrees within this pathway is indicated by CAC, Common Academic Coursework, in the program map.

Competencies

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Demonstrate appropriate use of system software in computer technology.
Design system software for a defined user group.
Select hardware and software applications specific to the needs of various user groups.
Identify needed changes in hardware and/or software use necessary for efficiency.

First Semester

Choice Points

Enter the job market or continue working on an AAS in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or Data Analytics.

Course Requirements

CMAP 1615 - Operating Systems Credits: 4
CMAP 1920 - Computer Hardware Maintenance Credits: 4
COMM 1015 - Foundations of Communication Credits: 3
ENGL 1010 - English Composition I Credits: 3 | CAC
STRT 1000 - Strategies for Success Credits: 3 | CAC

Milestones

Eligible to sit for the CompTIA A+ Operating Systems and A+ PC Hardware certifications.

Semester Total: 17 Credits

Second Semester

Choice Points

Enter the job market or continue working on an AAS in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or Data Analytics.

Course Requirements

CMAP 1960 - Server Installation and Administration Credits: 4
CSCO 2000 - Cisco CCNA I: Intro to Networks Credits: 3
HMDV 1510 - Success in the Workplace: Soft Skills Credits: 3
MATH 1000 - Problem Solving Credits: 3 | CAC
Choose an approved U.S./Wyoming Constitution course Credits: 3 | CAC

Milestones

Completion of the Datacenter Specialist, CD.
Eligible to sit for the CompTIA A+ Server+ Certification.

Semester Total: 15 Credits

Third Semester

Choice Points

Enter the job market or continue working on Information Technology, AAS.

Course Requirements

Complete the course sequence for one of the following Credit Diplomas:

Milestones

Completion of the Network Administrator (CCNA), CD; Network Infrastructure Specialist, CD; or Virtualization & Cloud Administrator, CD.
Eligible to sit for the certifications associated with the completed Credit Diploma.

Semester Total: 16-17 Credits

Fourth Semester

Course Requirements

Complete the course sequence for one of the following Credit Diplomas:

Milestones

Completion of the Network Administrator (CCNA), CD; Network Infrastructure Specialist, CD; or Virtualization & Cloud Administrator, CD.
Eligible to sit for the certifications associated with the completed Credit Diploma.

Semester Total: 16-17 Credits

Program Credit Hour Total: 64-66 Credits

Program Comments

The information below is intended to be a guide, and does not guarantee regional job placement, job availability, or a specific wage after completion of the program. The potential jobs listed below may require some work experience after graduation. The Information Technology degree is intended to give students the academic coursework helpful in obtaining potential jobs. Possible careers in or related to Information Technology include Computer Support Specialist, User Support Technician, Information Technology Specialist/Technician, Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, and Infrastructure Administrator.

Additional information on careers in Information Technology is available through Career Coach.

Transfer Information

This degree is well suited for those who may be interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science, Applied Management degree at Laramie County Community College.

LCCC courses may transfer to institutions in addition to those with formal articulation agreements. Students are strongly encouraged to determine the degree requirements and transfer policy of the specific college/university and program to which they plan to transfer.