Instructors must possess an academic degree relevant to what they are teaching and at least onelevel above the level at which they teach, except in programs for terminal degrees or whenequivalent experience is established.If a faculty member holds a masters degree or higher in a discipline or subfield other than that inwhich he or she is teaching, that faculty member must have completed a minimum of 18 graduatecredit hours in the discipline or subfield in which they teach. Instructors teaching in graduate programsshould hold the terminal degree determined by the discipline and have a record of research,scholarship, or achievement appropriate for the graduate program.

Description and Outcomes The Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology program is designed to prepare you with the general education, applied knowledge, technical skills, and communication skills to pursue a wide range of entry-level positions in the information technology field including the areas of general IT, programming and software development, and networking. Courses help you develop the foundational skills to install and maintain computer networks, troubleshoot hardware and software problems, manage databases, and develop web pages. Concentrations The Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology offers several concentration options that allow you to focus your electives. While selection of a concentration is optional, you are encouraged to consider a concentration in order to personalize your degree and align your studies with your individual career interests. Program Length The Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology program consists of a minimum of 90 quarter credit hours. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded an associate of applied science degree. Program Outcomes Discipline-Specific Outcomes Technical Skills: Use technical skills and methods to solve problems. Client Specifications: Explore users technical needs. Application:Construct information technology solutions. Knowledge: Understand technology trends, practices, and products.

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11.1006 Computer Support Specialist A program that prepares individuals to provide technical assistance, support, and advice to computer users to help troubleshoot software and hardware problems. Includes instruction in computer concepts, information systems, networking, operating systems, computer hardware, the Internet, software applications, help desk concepts and problem solving, and principles of customer service.

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Purdue Globals Admissions Requirements may be viewed at the following link: www.purdueglobal.edu.

The deadlines are dependent upon which Track (A, B, or C) and term the student chooses to start. Academic Calendars are posted online at www.purdueglobal.edu.

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