Information Technology Degree

The information technology degree program at Coastal Carolina Community College teaches students the design of technological systems such as computing systems for the solution of business and research data and communications support needs. Students who graduate from the information technology degree program may pursue careers in IT technology, including IT network administrator, engineer, program manager, and more. Courses include principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, and more. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer information technology degrees.

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Coastal Carolina Community College

137 S Post Rd, Shelby, NC

Started as Onslow Technical Institute, Coastal Carolina Community College was granted the community college status in 1970. It is established to support the educational and training needs of the residents of the Onslow County primarily aimed at improving the quality of life and promoting community development. In this area, Coastal serves both civilian and military communities. 

This college is one of the 58 public community colleges of North Carolina and it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Over the years, Coastal has built a stellar reputation for its premier quality academic offerings making it distinct from other community colleges. In fact, this college has met and even exceeded all of the Annual Performance Measures by the North Carolina Community College System. 

Coastal has consistently produced brilliant students and professionals in the different fields. It takes pride in providing multitude of programs and services designed to meet the students' academic and career goals. These programs include quality post-secondary education, college transfer, workforce training and lifelong learning programs. Its curriculum courses conclude with an Associate degree, Diploma and Certificate. Coastal students from the transfer programs who opt to continue a four-year course can transfer to the University of North Carolina campuses and other institutions. 

In an aim to become the leading post-secondary educational institution in the region, Coastal maintains quality academic services utilizing the appropriate technology and learning resources. In addition to that, this college constantly improves its curriculum and methods to keep abreast with the current business and industry trends.

Academics http://www.coastalcarolina.edu/academics/

Admission http://www.coastalcarolina.edu/admissions/

Students Enrolled in the Information Technology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Coastal Carolina Community College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Computer and Information Research Scientists

Description

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

Computer Systems Analysts

Description

Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to implement and improve computer systems. Analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.

Information Security Analysts

Description

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

Software Developers, Applications

Description

Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. May analyze and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. May supervise computer programmers.

Software Developers, Systems Software

Description

Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

Computer Network Architects

Description

Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).