Information Technology Degree

The information technology degree program at Edison State 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 Ohio colleges that offer information technology degrees.

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Edison State Community College

Also known as Edison Community College

100 West College Street, Granville, OH

Edison State Community College is located on 131 acres in Piqua, Ohio. Offering more than 30 degree options, they also one-year and certifications in Nursing, Manufacturing, Physical Therapist Assistant, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Business, Science, and Math. Edison offers five different types of degrees, two of which are designed for transferring to a four-year college or university, and three prepare graduates for immediate employment.

Available Degrees:

• Associate of Arts Degree (AA) – Guarantee of Transfer Credit
• Associate of Science Degree (AS) – Guarantee of Transfer Credit
• Associate of Applied Business Degree (AAB)
• Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)
• Associate of Technical Study Degree

Edison Students have transferred to many four-year colleges and universities from coast to coast, including most public colleges in Ohio. To see a list of universities that recent Edison graduates have transferred to visit the Academics: Everything You Need to Know page (http://catalog.edisonohio.edu/content.php?catoid=15&navoid=955)

Edison Community College’s Career Advisors will help you identify a career and education that’s right for you—they will also provide help with resumes, cover letters, and interviewing skills. Other student services include providing a faculty advisor and access to the Advising Resource Center (ARC), learning assistance services and eTutoring, health services, and childcare.

Detailed tuition information is available on Edison Community College’s Website (http://www.edisonohio.edu/index.php?page=cost)

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).