Information Technology Degree

The information technology degree program at Fort Peck 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 Montana colleges that offer information technology degrees.

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Fort Peck Community College

269 Blackfeet Avenue Agency, Harlem, MT

Known as the first chartered tribal college in Montana, Fort Peck Community College serves as an integral educational resource for the residents of the Fort Peck Reservation and northeastern Montana. FPCC has campuses in Poplar and Wolfpoint.

This college takes pride in providing quality educational opportunities anchored on the cultural values of the Indians. It cooperates with agencies, organizations, tribal units, businesses and institutions to create academic programs aimed at cultivating lifelong learning among adults and the youth.

FPCC receives an accreditation from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and World Indigenous Nations Higher Education Consortium (WINHEC). It has an open enrollment system and it offers wide array of degree and vocational programs which include Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, and numerous Certificate programs. Some of these programs are even distinct to the state.

Transfer programs prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions while occupational training programs are designed to develop the students' vocational and technical skills responsive to the current needs of the community and the industry. In all its academic services, FPCC prioritizes the preference and needs of the community members in an effort to support their academic and career endeavors.

FPCC has achieved unprecedented growth in past years and it was recognized for its exceptional academic and vocational offerings, student services and community service programs. Moreover, the campus is now equipped with state-of-the-art technology that supports distance learning, as well as new classrooms and facilities conducive to learning.

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).