Information Technology Online Associate Degree
The Information Technology online Associate Degree from NAU Canada Online prepares you for today’s technology-based careers and industries.
Online Information Technology Associate Program Overview
Information technology is central to successful businesses. The online Information Technology Associate Degree program provides you with relevant instruction in key aspects of IT, including networking, database principles, and introduction to programming, web development, and computer security. The skills you acquire will help you become a valued member of a company’s IT team. Courses in the program will also help prepare you for industry certifications including CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+ and Linux+.
As a graduate, you’ll be ready to:
- Support the data management needs of business through the design, implementation, and maintenance of relational databases.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the fundamental information technology skills required to provide user support in business.
- Administer a network infrastructure designed to support management and production functions in business or industry.
- Implement and maintain computer-based information systems to support the decision-making function of management.
Information Technology Associate Degree Classes and Curriculum
The online Information Technology associate degree program consists of four class requirements: major core, support core, open electives, and general education core. These classes total 93 credits.
Major and Support Core
36 credits
Open Electives
18 credits
General Education Core
39 credits
Course availability is subject to minimum class size requirements.
Information Technology Associate Degree Tuition and Fees
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Online Information Technology Associate Degree Career Outcomes
The online Information Technology Associate Degree gives you the background you need to enter a new career or advance your current career. With an AAS IT Degree, you can seek jobs such as:
- Computer Support Specialist
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Network Systems Administrator
- Information Analyst
Who Is a Good Candidate for the Online Information Technology Associate Degree?
- Entry-level Job Seekers – The online Information Technology Associate Degree program is a great option if you want to start or advance your Information Technology career.
- IT Support Specialist – If you are interested in jobs like IT support specialist, field service technician, desktop support analyst, you can work towards a CompTIA A+ certification as the preferred credential for technical support and IT operational roles.
- Network Engineer – If you are interested in the design and implementation of new network solutions or improvement of current networks, you can work towards a Network+ certification. This certification is the preferred credential to establish a career in IT infrastructure including troubleshooting, configuring, and managing networks.
Course Listing (93 Credits)
CI1320 Computer Concepts
CI1420 Principles of Programming
CI2011 Introduction to Database
CI2211 Internetworking Fundamentals
CI2440 Introduction to Computer Security
CI3010 Linux
CI3310 Website and Web Application Design
MT1050 Introduction to Business
Choose your courses.
Communications
EN1150 Composition I
EN1300 Composition II
EN2100 Speech OR
EN2150 Interpersonal Professional Communication
Science
SC Science Elective
Mathematics
MA1500 Intermediate Algebra OR
MA2000 Quantitative Reasoning OR
MA2050 College Algebra
Humanities/Behavioral/Social Sciences
HU2000 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
General Education
CS1201 Juggling College, Life, and Career: Set Up for Success! OR
CS1203 Bridge to Success: Creating Your Future at NAU
CS1301 Do the Numbers! Achieving College and Career Success
CS2086 Career Path Planning
Course availability is subject to minimum class size requirements.
