Information Technology Degree

The information technology degree program at South Mountain 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 Arizona colleges that offer information technology degrees.

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South Mountain Community College

9000 E Chaparral Rd, Scottsdale, AZ

South Mountain Community College (SMCC) offers quality higher education for a diverse Arizona community. Their mission is to create a learning environment that promotes caring for education as well as a foundation for student development and productive citizenship on a global scale.

In order for them to successfully meet these goals, here’s what they have to offer:

• General education courses.
• Guaranteed transfer programs to 4 year institutions.
• Career development and occupational education.
• Continued education.
• English as a second language and developmental studies.
• Social and cultural events.
• Quality student services and first-hand academic support.

Over 4,700 students are currently enrolled at the college and the entire student population is comprised of undergraduates. SMCC is considered a fairly large school due to its student population.

South Mountain Community College has locations throughout Phoenix (Ahwatukee, Laveen and Guadalupe). You're able to learn more about their campus by scheduling a visit or exploring their Arts center. Also their Student Life center is open for visitation.

SMCC has recently set in place a new student information system to help provide an additional self-service for students. Here’s what it offers:

• The ability to search through all classes offered at Maricopa Community Colleges.
• Instant access to your financial accounts and financial aid at all colleges.
• Adjusting your financial aid rewards online by either accepting or reducing them.
• 24/7 access to all mandatory forms.
• Class registration and online payable tuition.
• Access to your grades.

The information you get is exclusively made available to you.

The tuition fees have to be paid at the time you decide to register or by a specific deadline listed at their website, according to the fee schedule. You'll notice how the tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. The out-of-state tuition is an additional $5,785.

Last year 90% of all SMCC students received some type of financial aid. This percentage indicates that SMCC offers financial aid at a higher proportion in comparison to most 4 year universities.

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).