Information Technology Degree

The information technology degree program at St. Johns River State 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 Florida colleges that offer information technology degrees.

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St. Johns River State College (SJRCC)

2900 SW 87th Ave, Miami, FL

History
St. Johns River State College was founded in Palatka, Florida in 1958 to serve the Putnam, Clay and St. Johns counties. SJRSC has currently has campuses in Palatka, St. Augustine and Orange Park and services over 100,000 students. Previously known as St. Johns River Community College, the name was changed in 2011 when the school began offering bachelor's degrees. The school is one of the many colleges that comprise the Florida College System, which includes a number of, two year and hybrid colleges throughout the state.

Academics
St. Johns River State College offers associate's degree and technical certificates for a variety of programs. Additionally SJRSC offers bachelor's degrees in early childhood development and organizational management. SJRSC also runs the Florida School of the Arts which offers programs in the visual and performing arts.

The school provides transfer opportunities by allowing students to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying to four year institutions to transfer credits, complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Transfer to public schools in Florida is made easier through agreements in place between the Florida College System and the State University System of Florida that guarantee admission if certain academic prerequisites are met. Students planning to transfer to private or out of state schools must meet the individual admissions requirements of those schools and as such should meet with counselor to put together the best curriculum.

Career training and technical programs provide students with the skills and abilities necessary to enter the workforce in high demand fields as professionals.Students will be exposed to both classroom and, if necessary, simulated practice environments to perfect the methods and techniques used in their chosen field. Programs take between one and two years to complete, conferring a certificate or degree that demonstrates competency and allows one to seek employment at the entry level. Such programs are typically reflective of community needs and offered as part of the college's dedication to local workforce development.

Courses available include:

• Criminal Justice
• Phlebotomy
• Nursing
• Accounting
• Marketing

Admissions and Financial Aid
Applying to St. Johns River State College requires students to identify their field of study, submit an application along with a thirty dollar fee, meet with a counselor to outline a plan of study, and register for classes online. SJRSC admits a limited number of students into its programs every year, and space is limited per program. SAT or ACT scores will be used for placement, if no score is available then a placement test will be required.

Financial aid and scholarships are available to students, and require that individuals fill out and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Once the FAFSA is submitted, the resulting student aid report (SAR) will be used by the school to determine the applicants need and aid program eligibility. Aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year.

Athletics
St. Johns River State College has athletics programs for baseball, basketball, softball and volleyball and their teams are known as the Vikings.

Students Enrolled in the Information Technology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SJRCC has offered the following degree 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).