Information Systems and Technology, A.A.S.
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 | 21 Credits | |
| English: | ||
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Academic Writing CC | 3 |
| or ENGH 1005 | Literacies and Composition Across Contexts CC | |
| Mathematics: | ||
| Complete one of the following: | 4 | |
| College Algebra QL (4) | ||
| College Algebra with Preliminaries QL (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 | ||
| PHIL 2050 | Ethics and Values IH | 3 |
| BIOLOGY OR PHYSICAL SCIENCE: | ||
| Any approved Biology or Physical Science Distribution Course for BS Information Systems degree future students. 3 | 3 | |
| PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH/SAFETY OR ENVIRONMENT: | ||
| HLTH 1100 | Personal Health and Wellness TE | 2 |
| or EXSC 1097 | Fitness for Life TE | |
| Discipline Core Requirements | 24 Credits | |
| Written Communication Requirement: | ||
| ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Academic Writing CC | 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 | 18 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 GI WE (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) | ||
- 1
ENGL 2100 Technical Communication HH WE recommended for BS in Information Technology degree future students.
- 2
CJ 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice SS recommended for BS Information Technology degree future students with the Computer Forensics and Security emphasis. ECON 2010 Principles of Economics I SS recommended for BS Information Systems degree future students.
- 3
PHYS 2010 College Physics I PP 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 CC | 3 |
| MATH 1050 or MATH 1055 | College Algebra QL or College Algebra with Preliminaries QL | 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 CC | 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 | ||
| PHIL 2050 | Ethics and Values IH | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts/Foreign Language | 3 | |
| HLTH 1100 or EXSC 1097 | Personal Health and Wellness TE or Fitness for Life TE | 2 |
| MGMT 2340 or STAT 2050 | Business Statistics I or Introduction to Statistical Methods | 3 |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| Group Elective | 3 | |
| 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.