Internet Services Technology, Associate in Science

The purpose of this program is to prepare students to enter the workforce as Internet/Intranet technicians, web technicians, Internet/Intranet administrators, web administrators, Internet/Intranet developers, website developers, webmasters, Internet support specialists, Internet managers, web managers or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.

The content prepares individuals to work in Internet, Intranet and Extranet environments; installing, configuring, designing and managing intranet and web-based resources. Program completers will receive training that will prepare them to take the Network+ and A+ certification examinations. These exams are not offered on campus.

PHSC offers several certificates that can be earned as students work toward Associate in Science degree goals. The Associate in Science degree in Internet Services Technology includes certifications in Web Development Specialist and Information Technology Administration. Upon completion, students need to contact the Admissions and Student Records office to apply for certificate(s). Students are encouraged to complete courses in the AS degree program.

Program Code: AS-ISTI

The following program core of 15 hours applies to all IT AS degree programs:

CET 1179Microcomputer Repair Essentials

3 cr.

CGS 1000Computer Concepts

3 cr.

CNT 1000Introduction to Networking

3 cr.

CTS 1110Microcomputer Software Essentials

3 cr.

COP 1000Introduction to Software Development

3 cr.

Total Credit Hours:15

The following 27 hours apply specifically to the Internet Services Technology AS degree:

CET 1600Networking Fundamentals—Cisco Academy

3 cr.

CET 1610Routing and Switching Essentials—Cisco Academy

3 cr.

CET 2793Windows Server Administration

3 cr.

CGS 1820Web Page Design

3 cr.

COP 2040Programming for Cybersecurity

3 cr.

CGS 2827Advanced Web Page Design

3 cr.

CNT 1401Principles of Information Security

3 cr.

COP 2801JavaScript Programming

3 cr.

CIS 2941Information Technology Internship

3 cr.

or

OST 2335Business Communications

3 cr.

Total Credit Hours:27

The following 18 hours meet the General Education Requirements:

CGS 1100Microcomputer Applications

3 cr.

ENC 1101English Composition I

3 cr.

Any Area II Mathematics course listed in the Associate in Science Degree Program Requirements

3 cr.

Any Area III Natural Sciences course listed in the Associate in Science Degree Program Requirements

3 cr.

Any Area IV Social and Behavioral Sciences course listed in the Associate in Science Degree Program Requirements

3 cr.

Any Area V Humanities course listed in the Associate in Science Degree Program Requirements

3 cr.

Total Credit Hours:18

Any Area II Mathematics course - Note: Students wishing to transfer to a bachelor program should take MAC 1105.

Note(s): Effective fall 1991, three (3) hours of credit will be granted toward an Associate in Science degree in Internet Services Technology for the successful completion with a "C" average or better in Web Internet Services at the Marchman Technical Center. Credit will be awarded for Computer Concepts (CGS 1000).

Students must receive a high school diploma and successfully complete 15 hours of college-level credit in classroom instruction at PHSC before credit will be given. To be awarded credit, a student must send a copy of a completed Request for Credit for Articulated Programs from Marchman Technical Center (Form SAR-50) to the director of admissions and student records after the student has completed 15 hours. This form is available in the Student Affairs office on each campus.

Total Credit Hours: 60