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Information Technology Programs

Associate in Science Degree (60 Credits)

Program Description
The Information Technology program is career-laddered and competency-based. It provides training in the use and support of business-related computer systems, data communication networks (including local area networks), World Wide Web and its importance to businesses, and the development of business information technology systems programs using procedural and object-oriented programming techniques. Upon satisfactory completion of 60 credits the student earns an Associate in Science degree and is prepared to function in computer support, local area network hardware set up and configuration, or systems development.

The program includes a combination of business, computer, and information technology courses. Campus-based computer and networking projects, faculty-supervised laboratories, and workplace internships provide hands-on experience designed to prepare students for positions in computer support, programming, network hardware set up and configuration, or systems development in a business information technology system. The program focuses on computers, the Internet and the World Wide Web, and information technology as tools to solve business problems.

The program trains students in the management of storage and the use of client-server environments in the accessing, processing, storing, and networking of information on computer-based business systems. Today's modern computing environment is a network of interrelated computer systems with connections via a local area network, wide area network, and the Internet. These computer-systems provide access to a variety of information to facilitate the operation of a business. Kapi'olani Community College's Information Technology program ensures student currency in these areas through courses in information technology.

Curriculum

Certificate of Achievement (30 Credits)

Program Description
The Information Technology Certificate of Achievement program is a competency-based program that is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions under direct supervision in computer support including: deskhelp, networking, and training.

Curriculum

Certificate of Completion (12 Credits)

Program Description
The Information Technology Certificate of Completion is a career-laddered, competency-based program that is designed to provide students with short-term training in database management and programming skills. Students are prepared for entry-level positions under direct supervision or enhancement of their respective chosen professional fields with database skills.

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