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Computer Technology (AS)

Computer Technology is a rapidly growing and dynamic field that will give students opportunities to build robust careers. Students in this program will learn basic computer applications and programming skills that will be valuable in any work place.

We also know that every student is unique, so we give them the opportunity to carve their own paths by choosing from our Cybersecurity and Web Development Tracks. Learn more about our Associate's Degree options below.

Program Requirements

Core Courses

CS101 Computer Concepts and Applications

CS205 Programming I

CS220 Service Desk Essentials

CS233 Networking Fundamentals

CS245 Management Application and Information Systems

CS210 Database Design and Management

CS325 Information Security and Privacy

CS352 Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

Total Credits: 24

General Education Requirements

Web Development Track

Core Courses
General Education Requirements

Core Courses

CS101 Computer Concepts and Applications

CS116/CS130 Introduction to Graphic Design or

Introduction to Mobile Application Development

CS205 Programming I

CS210 Database Design and Management

CS234 Client-Side Web Development

CS301 Server-Side Web Development

CS245 Management Application and Information Systems

Total Credits: 21

General Education Requirements

EN101 English I

EN102 English II

IS105¹ Common Experience

MA107 College Algebra or Higher

MA225 Applied Discrete Mathematics

Free Elective (4)

Humanities Elective (2)

Computer Science Elective

Social Science Elective (2)

Total Credits: 39

¹Required of Boston campus students only

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Program Snapshot

Online

Credits: 60

Term Length: 8 weeks
Typical Time to Completion*:

10 terms; 20 months

On-Campus

Credits: 60

Semester Length: 15 weeks
Typical Time to Completion:

2 years

Additional Information

About the Cybersecurity Track

The mission of the Associate of Science in Computer Technology program with a focus in Cybersecurity is to prepare students for entry-level positions as cybersecurity associates. The Cybersecurity curriculum is designed for the student who is interested in obtaining a foundation in computing concepts and networking management practices.

Learning Outcomes

Make informed judgments and include unique perspectives of others in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
Identify and analyze user needs and consider them during the selection, integration, and administration of computer-based systems
Apply security principles and practices to the environment, hardware, software, and human aspects of a system.

About the Web Development Track

The mission of the Associate of Science in Computer Technology program with a focus in Web Development is to prepare students for entry-level positions as web designers. The Web Development curriculum is designed for the student who is interested in obtaining a foundation in computing concepts and web application design and development using current software development and information management practices.

Learning Outcomes

Make informed judgments and include unique perspectives of others in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
Identify and analyze user needs and consider them during the selection, integration, and administration of computer-based systems
Apply design and development principles in the construction of a software solution.

*Based on continuous enrollment of two courses every term. Time to completion may be shorter based on eligible transfer credit or longer if course enrollment varies.