• Note: For certain locations, program enrollment is onsite with online instruction.

  • Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology

    If you are interested in becoming an information technology professional, but need to enhance your skills and knowledge before you seek employment, the Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology is designed to prepare you to reach your professional goals.

    Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology Program Highlights

     In addition to offering career focus areas, this program will give you the opportunity to gain a broad range of skills:

    • Install and maintain computer and wireless networks
    • Troubleshoot hardware and software problems
    • Create software applications
    • Manage databases
    • Develop Web pages 

    Career Focus Areas for the Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology

    Career focus areas are groupings of courses designed to prepare you with specialized knowledge and skills in a chosen field. Career focus areas allow you to personalize your education by focusing your elective choices on an area of study that best fits your desired career path.* 

    Career focus areas include:

    • Application Development
    • Help Desk Administration
     
    • Network Administration
    • Web Development
     

    What are the Career Opportunities?

    This degree is designed to prepare you for entry-level employment in various areas within the information technology field. Upon completing the program, you may qualify to work as a project manager, program manager, or network administrator.* You can also focus on an area of study that best fits your career and educational goals.

    Who Should Take this Program?

    If you seek entry-level employment in the information technology field or wish to pursue an information technology bachelor's degree in the future, this program is for you. 

    Click here to review career profiles.

  • Kaplan University offers multiple start dates, giving you greater flexibility with your education, life, and work schedules.

    Jun 05

    Online Start Date
    Jun 05, 2013

    Jul 03

    Online and Hagerstown Start Date
    Jul 03, 2013

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  • Curriculum: All Tracks

    Core

    100/200 LEVEL: COMMUNICATION COURSE (5  Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

    100/200 LEVEL: MATHEMATICS COURSE (5 Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

    200 LEVEL: COMMUNICATION COURSE (5 Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

    Major

    IT 117: INTRODUCTION TO WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT (5 Credits)

    Learning the value of self-promotion equips students to demonstrate their skills to an audience. This course investigates the World Wide Web and the Internet. Students learn the basic concepts of Web development and e-commerce along with basic Web page design. By creating an individual online portfolio or biography using HTML, XHTML, and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets), students will develop skills for today and tomorrow.

    Total Major Credits: 40
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Only available onsite.

    IT 190: FOUNDATIONS IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (5 Credits)

    Students will explore the basic concepts of information technology including hardware, software, and networks. The student will gain a practical understanding of how computer hardware and operating systems work. Topics include personal computer configuration and maintenance, along with the fundamentals of system software installation and administration.

    Total Major Credits: 40
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Only available onsite.

    IT 273: NETWORKING CONCEPTS (5 Credits)

    This course introduces the concepts behind today's networks. It outlines current network design, explaining the OSI Model and the methods of carrying data over wired and wireless media. Other topics include fundamental network design components such as topologies and access methods, basic administration of network operating systems, and troubleshooting methods for data transmission and recovery.

    Total Major Credits: 40
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Only available onsite.

    IT 299: ASSOCIATE'S CAPSTONE IN COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (5 Credits)

    This course is designed to build on the concepts of all information technology courses students have taken as a part of their degree plans. The capstone project integrates problem-solving techniques and implementation solutions studied in the information technology courses. Students research particular problems or issues they select, analyze the major concerns, and recommend viable information technology solutions to resolve or improve the problems or issues.

    Prerequisites Required: Last term or permission of the Dean

    Total Major Credits: 40
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Only available onsite.

    IT 296: ASSOCIATE'S-LEVEL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EXTERNSHIP* (5 Credits)

    This course gives associate's-level students practical job experience in the information technology field. The externship provides students an opportunity to learn about the IT career field through practical, real-world experiences and mentoring from an IT professional. This experience will enrich students' technology skills and provide a better understanding of the level of expertise needed to be successful in their career. (Onsite only)

    Prerequisites Required: Completion of all core courses; minimum GPA of 2.0

    AB 140: INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT (5 Credits)

    This course will give students an introductory overview of management theory, management functions, organizational structure, daily management responsibilities, ethics, and current management tools and resources. Theoretical concepts will be illustrated with practical application to real-world management problems and scenarios.

    Total Major Credits: 40
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Only available onsite.

    IT 193: FOUNDATIONS OF PROGRAMMING USING VISUAL BASIC (5 Credits)

    This course introduces the fundamentals of programming using Visual Basic. Basic concepts and syntax used to write programs, including variables, input, output, looping, and program flow, are introduced. Students will design and develop simple, graphical user interface-based applications using the Visual Studio development environment.

    IT 111: PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS FOR BEGINNERS (5 Credits)

    This course exposes students to the fundamentals of programming using a simplified programming language. Students practice modularization using a variety of methods. Students learn the value of creating reusable objects. Students also use the fundamental programming concepts of assignment, iteration, and decision making.

    Total Major Credits: 40
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Only available onsite.

    IT 163: DATABASE CONCEPTS USING MICROSOFT ACCESS (5 Credits)

    This course is an introduction to relational database management systems. Students will use a relational database management system to create and maintain a database. Students will create filters, sorts, queries, forms, and reports. Emphasis will be placed on the skills needed to meet user requirements.

    IT 238: INTRODUCTION TO RELATIONAL DATABASES AND SQL (5 Credits)

    This course covers the basics of relational data structures and provides a preliminary introduction as to how databases are designed. The fundamentals of implementing a database through the SQL programming language are practiced. Students expand their programming skills by gaining substantial experience in how to extract data from the database in order to satisfy common business needs for reporting and for use in applications.

    Total Major Credits: 40
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Only available onsite.

    CS 114: ACADEMIC STRATEGIES FOR THE IT PROFESSIONAL (5 Credits)

    Designed to facilitate personal and professional success, this course introduces students to the purposes and processes of university education. An emphasis is placed on study, communication, and thinking skills that support academic achievement. Students also examine the relationship between learning and motivation.

    CS 121: PATHWAYS TO ACADEMIC SUCCESS (ONSITE ONLY) (5 Credits)

    Designed to facilitate personal and professional success, this course introduces students to the purposes and processes of university education. An emphasis is placed on study, communication, and thinking skills that support academic achievement. Students also examine the relationship between learning and motivation. (Onsite only)

    Total Major Credits: 40
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Only available onsite.

    Electives

    OPEN ELECTIVES (35 Credits)

    Total Electives Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    Students who do not possess prior learning credit comparable to IT 133: Software Applications must either take the course as an elective or pass the IST assessment before their first term or upon completion of foundational coursework.

    Application Development Career Focus Area

    IT 193: FOUNDATIONS OF PROGRAMMING USING VISUAL BASIC (5 Credits)

    This course introduces the fundamentals of programming using Visual Basic. Basic concepts and syntax used to write programs, including variables, input, output, looping, and program flow, are introduced. Students will design and develop simple, graphical user interface-based applications using the Visual Studio development environment.

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 20
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 254: FOUNDATIONS OF PROGRAMMING USING C# (5 Credits)

    This course introduces the fundamentals of C#, an object-oriented programming language. Topics include producing and editing printed output, standard I/O processing, loop processing, user-defined functions, arrays, and accessing databases. Upon completion, students will be able to write programs to solve common business application problems.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 193 or IT 271

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 20
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 258: FOUNDATIONS OF PROGRAMMING USING JAVA (5 Credits)

    This course is an introduction to object-oriented programming in Java, where students learn analysis and design techniques of software engineering. Projects and assignments cover numerous aspects of program development. Students successfully completing the course will have the necessary background to analyze, design, and implement basic software solutions in Java.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 193 or IT 271

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 20
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 293: INTERMEDIATE VISUAL BASIC PROGRAMMING (5 Credits)

    This is an intermediate course in the design and implementation of programs using Visual Basic. Topics include object-oriented programming, database access, and soft ware component development.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 193

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 20
    Total Program Credits: 90

    Help Desk Administration Career Focus Area

    IT 261: DESKTOP ADMINISTRATION (5 Credits)

    This course prepares networking students to install, configure, and administer a desktop operating system. Students learn to automate operating system installation, set up and manage user accounts, and configure local file systems. They learn to configure and troubleshoot both local and network printers, manage and troubleshoot access to shared folders, and recover from system failures.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 190

    Total Help Desk Administration Career Focus Area Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 278: NETWORK ADMINISTRATION (5 Credits)

    This course introduces students to the features and functions of common network operating systems and shared data management concepts. Students examine and compare both local and network operating system features, and practice basic installation and administration of network operating systems including administrator tasks, server organization, user management and permissions, security features, and shared printing.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 273

    Total Help Desk Administration Career Focus Area Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

    AB 221: CUSTOMER SERVICE (5 Credits)

    In this course, students will learn how companies can develop customer loyalty and address personalized customer needs. Students will apply concepts learned to real-world scenarios and learn how to recapture previous customers and acquire new ones through effective relationship-building strategies. Online communication tools and call center strategies will also be examined.

    Total Help Desk Administration Career Focus Area Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

    Network Administration Career Focus Area

    IT 278: NETWORK ADMINISTRATION (5 Credits)

    This course introduces students to the features and functions of common network operating systems and shared data management concepts. Students examine and compare both local and network operating system features, and practice basic installation and administration of network operating systems including administrator tasks, server organization, user management and permissions, security features, and shared printing.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 273

    Total Network Administration Career Focus Area Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 283: NETWORKING WITH TCP/IP (5 Credits)

    This course provides a thorough examination of the protocols and services in the TCP/IP protocol suite. Students gain an understanding of how network traffic is encapsulated and transported by TCP/IP on local area networks and on wide area networks, including the Internet. Students learn about message addressing and forwarding, and how network errors are resolved.

    Prerequisites Required: IT  273

    Total Network Administration Career Focus Area Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 286: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORK SECURITY (5 Credits)

    This course covers current topics in network security, such as threat detection and response methods. Introductory topics, such as proxy servers, firewalls, and other threat detection and protection methods, will be discussed. This course is designed, among other things, to provide the student with the requisite knowledge to sit for the CompTIA Security+ certification examination. While the course may provide the student with the knowledge necessary to sit for the examination, Kaplan University cannot guarantee the student's eligibility either to take this exam or become certified.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  273

    Total Network Administration Career Focus Area Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

    Web Development Career Focus Area

    IT 245: WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT (5 Credits)

    This course introduces activities related to website development. The concepts begin with the planning stages of interface design, site mapping, and storyboards. Elements such as tables, forms, rollover buttons, hyperlinks, text formatting and management, navigation systems, inserting multimedia, and implementing cascading style sheets will be explored.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 117

    Total Web Development Career Focus Area Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 247: FUNDAMENTALS OF WEB GRAPHICS (5 Credits)

    Students will learn how to create appropriate Web graphics using popular image editing tools. Throughout the course, they will create a collection of custom graphics that will be displayed in an ePortfolio layout. Topics will include resizing, resolution, optimization, digital photo enhancement, custom banner and button creation, and more.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 214 or IT 245

    Total Web Development Career Focus Area Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 250: ENHANCING WEBSITES WITH PHP (5 Credits)

    This course covers Web development using PHP. Students will learn how to display content using forms. Students will access databases and learn how to display data on a Web page.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 117 and IT 193, or IT 214

    IT 241: WEB DESIGN METHODS AND TECHNOLOGY (5 Credits)

    This course will teach students how websites are developed as managed projects and how the development process relates to business goals. It covers Web technologies and strategies involving the Web designer's role. Customer expectations, ethical and legal issues in Web development, and Web design elements such as aesthetics, user experience, navigation, usability, and accessibility will also be discussed.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 117

    Total Web Development Career Focus Area Credits: 15
    Total Program Credits: 90

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