Information Technology Degree

The information technology degree program at Mayland 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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Mayland Community College

1161 Kehukee Pk Rd, Williamston, NC

For more than four decades, Mayland Community College has been serving the residents of Mitchell, Avery, and Yancey counties with its main campus located at 200 Mayland Drive Spruce Pine, NC 28777. This college has low tuition rate. The cost per credit hour for in-state students is $71.50 which is about $2288 per year and students can also avail of scholarships and financial aid opportunities. 

Committed to providing quality education, this college utilize the latest technology and provides hands-on experience to the students as preparation for higher education or professional career. At present, there are 35 curriculums for technical, vocational and transfer programs. It offers Associate Degree in Nursing, Nursing Assistant and Medical Assisting. 

As part of the North Carolina Community College System, Mayland Community College partner with other institutions to easily facilitate college transfer. It has also established transfer agreements to regional institutions specifically in schools under the UNC system.

Mayland Community College prides itself as the intelligent choice in starting a higher educational pursuit as their students are guided in developing their own success plan. The small class size allows focus on the learning of each student. Besides academic excellence, this college values lifelong learning and leadership. Students are given the opportunity to become leaders as student ambassador or as part of the student government. Moreover, numerous support services accessible to the students are designed to enhance their learning and enrich their campus experience. 

Admissions http://admissions.mayland.edu/

Academics http://www.mayland.edu/academics/index.html

Students Enrolled in the Information Technology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mayland Community College has offered the following program 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).