Information Technology
Degree level:
Associate
Today, it seems that when a computer network is down, the entire world shuts down on a business.
With an associate degree in information technology, you'll be the go-to person to keep things running. You'll have the skills required to design, install, configure and maintain enterprise-wide networks. Plus, the combination of technical and general education courses will help you develop skills in critical thinking, logic, communications and problem solving. In addition to a quality education, Westwood College offers the flexiblity of an online IT degree through its online campus.
Westwood College is a Cisco Networking Academy. Our technology-based programs give you the skills necessary to prepare for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) professional designation, Microsoft Certified Professional designations and various CompTIA certifications. When you graduate, you'll be fully prepared for entry-level positions in the industry, such as a Cisco network engineer,* network/systems administrator, computer systems analyst or information system developer.
Based on the college and individual selections, total credit hours required in each area might exceed the minimums listed here.
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Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.
Did You Know?
- Our accelerated approach can help you earn your bachelor’s degree in as little as 3 years.
*Westwood does not certify graduates in this field. Graduates wishing to attain certification must take and pass any applicable tests/exams.
Westwood's flexible learning options
Earn your degree on your schedule!
This program is just one of the many offered at our online campus. Click here to see a complete list of online degree programs.
New benefit for CCNA-eligible IT students
WESTWOOD TO PAY FOR CCNA EXAM
Westwood will now pay for the CCNA Exam Review Session (a $500 value) and the CCNA exam fee (a $250 value) for eligible Westwood Information Technology majors.
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Information Technology Course Information
An information technology degree opens up a world of possibilities. Course topics include:
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Upon successful completion of the program, you will be able to:
- Install industry-standard operating systems
- Design networks
- Troubleshoot computer networks, personal computer and peripheral problems.
- Administer secure enterprise networks
Locations offering the associate degree in
Information Technology
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Online California Colorado Georgia |
Illinois Texas Virginia |
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Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.
Did You Know?
- Our accelerated approach can help you earn your bachelor’s degree in as little as 3 years.
Where could your Information Technology degree take you?
Take a look at a few of the career paths that might be yours with an associate degree in information technology from Westwood College.
Cisco Network Engineer*
- Provide design, engineering and ongoing maintenance on established local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN) under the general supervision of a data communications manager
- Provide consultation, evaluation, installation and testing of network devices and network management systems in a heterogeneous multi-protocol environment
- Install, create and troubleshoot devices on fiber optic, twisted pair and broadband links
- Consult, analyze, design, install, test and recommend proper materials for a fiber optic backbone network.
Network/Systems Administrator
- Design, install and support an organization’s computer systems
- Ensure the efficient operation of the company’s data centers, maintain network hardware and software, analyze problems and monitor networks to ensure their availability to system users
- Responsible for LANs, WANs, network segments and Internet and intranet systems
- Monitor and diagnose network and server problems, develop policy and protocol and mentor staff to achieve high standards of operations and service.
Computer Systems Analyst
- Coordinate and participate in the design, development and maintenance of communications and network security systems
- Facilitate the installation, configuration and integration of network hardware and software, and communications and connectivity devices in accordance with established security needs
- Research and evaluate network hardware and software, such as routers, bridges, firewalls and communications and security protocols
- Implement, administer and troubleshoot information systems
- Formulate test procedures to ensure functionality and address problems
- Create and maintain maps of network topology
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Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.
Did You Know?
- Our accelerated approach can help you earn your bachelor’s degree in as little as 3 years.
*Westwood does not certify graduates in this field. Graduates wishing to attain certification must take and pass any applicable tests/exams.
Josephine Thomas Brown
Information Technology Graduate
Houston South Campus - December 2008
Donette Gordon
Faculty - School of Justice and School of Technology
Annandale Satellite Campus
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