Information Systems and Technology, A.A.S.
Visit the Information Systems and Technology Department page for more information on the program and access to advising.
Program Description
The two-year AAS in Information Systems and Technology is designed to help students develop job-ready computer skills to meet today's industry needs. Students complete a foundational core in programming, database, web application design, data communication, and networking. After that, students select a specialization in either Information Systems or Information Technology to complete a focused set of courses to obtain more in-depth knowledge and skills for a variety of computer-related jobs. If planned carefully with an advisor, this program provides a smooth, stackable pathway to the B.S. in Information Systems degree or the B.S. in Information Technology degree at UVU.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Total Credit Hours | 63 | |
| General Education Requirements | 16 Credits | |
| English: | ||
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Academic Writing | 3 |
| or ENGH 1005 | Literacies and Composition Across Contexts | |
| Mathematics: | ||
| Complete one of the following: | 4 | |
| College Algebra (4) | ||
| College Algebra with Preliminaries (5) | ||
Any higher Mathematics Course | ||
| HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS/FOREIGN LANGUAGE: | ||
| Any approved Humanities, Fine Arts, or Foreign Language Distribution course. 1 | 3 | |
| SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE: | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science 2 | ||
| BIOLOGY OR PHYSICAL SCIENCE: | ||
| Any approved Biology or Physical Science Distribution Course for BS Information Systems degree future students. 3 | 3 | |
| Discipline Core Requirements | 24 Credits | |
| Written Communication Requirement: | ||
| ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Academic Writing | 3 |
| Math Requirement: | ||
| STAT 2050 | Introduction to Statistical Methods | 3 |
| or MGMT 2340 | Business Statistics I | |
| Core Requirements: | ||
| INFO 1120 | Information Systems and Technology Fundamentals | 3 |
| INFO 1200 | Computer Programming I for IS IT | 3 |
| or CS 1400 | Fundamentals of Programming | |
| INFO 2200 | Computer Programming II for IS IT | 3 |
| INFO 2410 | Database Fundamentals | 3 |
| IT 2600 | Data Communication Fundamentals | 3 |
| or CS 2600 | Computer Networks I | |
| CYBR 2700 | Information Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| Elective Requirements | 23 Credits | |
| Choose 18 credits from either the Information Systems group or the Information Technology group. See department advisor to select classes if plan to obtain BS in IT degree in the future. | 18 | |
INFORMATION SYSTEMS: | ||
| Spreadsheet Applications (3) | ||
| Web Application Design (3) | ||
| Scripting for Administrators (3) | ||
| Written Business Communication (3) | ||
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: | ||
| Web Application Design (3) | ||
| Scripting for Administrators (3) | ||
| Introduction to System Administration--Linux/UNIX (3) | ||
| Computer Architecture and Systems Software (3) | ||
| Voice and Data Cabling Fundamentals (3) | ||
| Introduction to System Administration--WIndows Client (3) | ||
| Computer Forensic Fundamentals (3) | ||
| Current Topics in Information Technology (1-3) | ||
| Complete any 1000-level, or higher, courses | 5 | |
- 1
ENGL 2100 Technical Communication recommended for BS in Information Technology degree future students.
- 2
CJ 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice recommended for BS Information Technology degree future students with the Computer Forensics and Security emphasis. ECON 2010 Principles of Economics I recommended for BS Information Systems degree future students.
- 3
PHYS 2010 College Physics I and PHYS 2015 College Physics I Lab recommended for BS Information Technology degree future students.
- 4
If plan to obtain BS in Information Technology with Computer Forensics & Security emphasis, take CJ 1330 Criminal Law and CJ 2350 Laws of Evidence as domain classes.
Graduation Requirements
- Completion of a minimum of 63 semester credits.
- Overall grade point average of 2.0 (C) or above with a minimum 2.5 GPA in all discipline core and elective courses with no grade lower than a "C-."
- Residency hours: minimum of 20 credit hours through attendance at UVU.
- Completion of GE and specified departmental requirements. Students are responsible for completing all prerequisite courses.
Graduation Plan
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Academic Writing | 3 |
| MATH 1050 or MATH 1055 | College Algebra or College Algebra with Preliminaries | 4 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Distribution | 3 | |
| INFO 1120 | Information Systems and Technology Fundamentals | 3 |
| INFO 2410 | Database Fundamentals | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Academic Writing | 3 |
| INFO 1200 or CS 1400 | Computer Programming I for IS IT or Fundamentals of Programming | 3 |
| IT 2600 or CS 2600 | Data Communication Fundamentals or Computer Networks I | 3 |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| Biology or Physical Science | 3 | |
| CYBR 2700 | Information Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| INFO 2200 | Computer Programming II for IS IT | 3 |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| Humanities/Fine Arts/Foreign Language | 3 | |
| MGMT 2340 or STAT 2050 | Business Statistics I or Introduction to Statistical Methods | 3 |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 5 | |
| Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 63 | |
An online graduation plan offers students a flexible yet structured approach to their academic journey. While this sample serves as a general guideline, individual plans may differ based on Math and English placement scores. Meeting with an academic advisor is strongly recommended to customize plans and ensure all graduation requirements are met.
Courses marked with an asterisk (*) are Certified Online Courses, meeting UVU’s high standards for quality and accessibility.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
| ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005 |
Introduction to Academic Writing * or Literacies and Composition Across Contexts |
3 |
| MATH 1050 or MATH 1055 |
College Algebra * or College Algebra with Preliminaries |
4 |
| Social/Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| INFO 1120 | Information Systems and Technology Fundamentals * | 3 |
| INFO 2410 | Database Fundamentals * | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Academic Writing * | 3 |
| INFO 1200 or CS 1400 |
Computer Programming I for IS IT * or Fundamentals of Programming |
3 |
| INFO 1200 or CS 1400 |
Computer Programming I for IS IT * or Fundamentals of Programming |
3 |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| Biology or Physical Science | 3 | |
| CYBR 2700 | Information Security Fundamentals * | 3 |
| INFO 2200 | Computer Programming II for IS IT * | 3 |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| Humanities/Fine Arts/Foreign Language | 3 | |
| MGMT 2340 | Business Statistics I | 3 |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 5 | |
| Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 63 | |
Program Learning Outcomes
- Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program's discipline.
- Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.
- Apply tools, concepts, and computing techniques to solve business problems.
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- Field Growth17.4%
- Median Salary$169,510
- Average Openings54.7
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- Median Salary$103,800
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