Information Technology, Associate of Science Degree
Banner Code: 3_AS_INFOT
Control Number: 20378
Financial Aid Eligible
This program provides students with a solid background in the field of information technology and computer networking. The program courses help students prepare for entry-level information technology positions, such as Network Administrator, Information Technology Support Specialist, and Computer Systems Analyst. Topics include computer networking fundamentals, computer and network security, introductory programming, server administration, and security policies and procedures. The program courses emphasize hands-on and technical writing assignments to help students develop in-demand skills for the information technology workforce.
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to locate technical resources to solve problems with networking hardware and software.
- Demonstrate proficiency with various software packages to solve common networking problems to design and implement a workable solution.
- Build and maintain secure networks.
Associate Degree Requirements
Unit Requirement
Complete at least 60 units of acceptable college work with a minimum of 12 units completed in residence at Coastline. Earn an overall grade point average of 2.0 or higher from all colleges attended and a 2.0 or higher grade point average at Coastline.
*Students must be in good academic standing (not on probation and/or disqualification) during the semester graduation is petitioned.
Program of Study
Complete the required courses in one of the programs as detailed In the Requirements for the Major section of this catalog. All coursework must be completed with a grade of C or higher.
General Education
Complete one of the three General Education options below (visit the General Education page for details):
Option 1 — AA/AS Local Degree GE: designed for students pursuing an Associate degree and who may or may not be planning to transfer to a four-year university. The degree is transferable to many colleges and universities.
Option 2—CSU GE Breadth: designed for students who are planning to transfer to a university in the CSU system. It may also be appropriate for transfer to some independent colleges and universities.
Option 3—IGETC: designed for students who are planning to transfer to a university in the CSU or UC system. It also may be appropriate for transfer to some independent colleges and universities.
Global and Multicultural Studies Requirement
Complete at least 2.5 units from any Global and Multicultural Studies courses. See what courses fulfill the Global and Multicultural Studies Requirement.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | ||
| Complete the following: | ||
| CST C104 | IT Fundamentals | 3 |
| CST C110 | Computer Hardware and Software (A+ Essentials) | 4 |
| CST C128 | Computer Networking Principles (Network+) | 3 |
| CST C158 | Contemporary Operating Systems (Server+) | 3 |
| CYBR C101 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| CIS C157 | Introduction to Python Programming | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| SQL Server Design and Implementation | ||
| MD-100: Windows 10 | ||
| Configuring Windows Devices | ||
| Linux Operating System Principles (Linux+) | ||
| Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Foundations | ||
| CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks (ITN) | ||
| CCNA 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials | ||
| CCNA 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation | ||
| Wireless Networking | ||
| Introduction to Red Hat Linux Administration | ||
| Red Hat System Administration 2 | ||
| Red Hat System Administrator 3 | ||
| Amazon Web Services Architect Associate | ||
| Amazon Web Services Cloud Operations Associate | ||
| Amazon Web Services Cloud Developer | ||
| Systems Analysis and Design | ||
| Units Required for Major | 25 | |
| Requirement | Units |
|---|---|
| Local General Education, CSU General Education, or IGETC pattern | Varies |
| Electives to satisfy unit requirement | Varies |
| Total Degree Units | 60 |
Information Technology Degree Program Maps
These program maps are recommended examples of all major (program) requirements as well as general education requirements for two-year completion or transfer. These paths may be altered to fit your individual academic needs. These two-year program maps were created by program faculty and counselors and demonstrate recommended paths to completion. Students are advised to meet with a Coastline Counselor for individualized program planning.
Your Path to Success
Follow one of the paths to earn your degree in Information Technology in 2 years.
Don’t forget to consult a counselor for an education plan!
Path 1 (Information Technology Technician/Computer User Support Specialist)
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Semester | ||
| ENGL C100 | Freshman Composition | 4 |
| MATH C160 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| CMST C101 | Fundamentals of Human Communication | 3 |
| CST C104 | IT Fundamentals | 3 |
| CST C158 | Contemporary Operating Systems (Server+) * | 3 |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| HIST C175 | United States History since 1876 | 3 |
| PSYC C100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| ART C101 | Survey of Art: Renaissance to Contemporary | 3 |
| CST C110 | Computer Hardware and Software (A+ Essentials) * | 4 |
| CST C128 | Computer Networking Principles (Network+) * | 3 |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| BIOL C100 | Introduction to Biology | 3 |
| ENGL C102 | Critical Reasoning, Reading, and Writing | 3 |
| PHIL C120 | Ethics | 3 |
| CIS C157 | Introduction to Python Programming * | 3 |
| CYBR C101 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| 4th Semester | ||
| ASTR C100 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
| ASTR C100L | Astronomy Laboratory | 1 |
| PSCI C180 | American Government | 3 |
| SOC C233 | Racial and Ethnic Relations in America | 3 |
| HLTH C100 | Personal Health | 3 |
| CST C177A | MD-100: Windows 10 | 3 |
| CST C177B | Configuring Windows Devices | 3 |
| * | Also offered in the summer term |
Path 2 (Computer Network Support Specialist/Network Administrator)
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Semester | ||
| ENGL C100 | Freshman Composition | 4 |
| MATH C160 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| CMST C101 | Fundamentals of Human Communication | 3 |
| CST C104 | IT Fundamentals | 3 |
| CST C158 | Contemporary Operating Systems (Server+) * | 3 |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| HIST C175 | United States History since 1876 | 3 |
| PSYC C100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| ART C101 | Survey of Art: Renaissance to Contemporary | 3 |
| CST C110 | Computer Hardware and Software (A+ Essentials) * | 4 |
| CST C128 | Computer Networking Principles (Network+) * | 3 |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| BIOL C100 | Introduction to Biology | 3 |
| ENGL C102 | Critical Reasoning, Reading, and Writing | 3 |
| PHIL C120 | Ethics | 3 |
| CIS C157 | Introduction to Python Programming * | 3 |
| CYBR C101 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| 4th Semester | ||
| ASTR C100 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
| ASTR C100L | Astronomy Laboratory | 1 |
| PSCI C180 | American Government | 3 |
| SOC C233 | Racial and Ethnic Relations in America | 3 |
| HLTH C100 | Personal Health | 3 |
| CST C191A | Linux Operating System Principles (Linux+) | 3 |
| CST C248B | Wireless Networking | 3 |
| * | Also offered in the summer term |
Path 3 (Computer Systems Analyst)
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Semester | ||
| ENGL C100 | Freshman Composition | 4 |
| MATH C160 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| CMST C101 | Fundamentals of Human Communication | 3 |
| CST C104 | IT Fundamentals | 3 |
| CST C158 | Contemporary Operating Systems (Server+) * | 3 |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| HIST C175 | United States History since 1876 | 3 |
| PSYC C100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| ART C101 | Survey of Art: Renaissance to Contemporary | 3 |
| CST C110 | Computer Hardware and Software (A+ Essentials) * | 4 |
| CST C128 | Computer Networking Principles (Network+) | 3 |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| BIOL C100 | Introduction to Biology | 3 |
| ENGL C102 | Critical Reasoning, Reading, and Writing | 3 |
| PHIL C120 | Ethics | 3 |
| CIS C157 | Introduction to Python Programming * | 3 |
| CYBR C101 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| 4th Semester | ||
| ASTR C100 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
| ASTR C100L | Astronomy Laboratory | 1 |
| PSCI C180 | American Government | 3 |
| SOC C233 | Racial and Ethnic Relations in America | 3 |
| HLTH C100 | Personal Health | 3 |
| CST C172 | SQL Server Design and Implementation | 3 |
| CIS C260 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| * | Also offered in the summer term |
Path 4 (Cloud Technician)
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Semester | ||
| ENGL C100 | Freshman Composition | 4 |
| MATH C160 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| CMST C101 | Fundamentals of Human Communication | 3 |
| CST C104 | IT Fundamentals | 3 |
| CST C158 | Contemporary Operating Systems (Server+) * | 3 |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| HIST C175 | United States History since 1876 | 3 |
| PSYC C100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| ART C101 | Survey of Art: Renaissance to Contemporary | 3 |
| CST C110 | Computer Hardware and Software (A+ Essentials) * | 4 |
| CST C128 | Computer Networking Principles (Network+) * | 3 |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| BIOL C100 | Introduction to Biology | 3 |
| ENGL C102 | Critical Reasoning, Reading, and Writing | 3 |
| PHIL C120 | Ethics | 3 |
| CIS C157 | Introduction to Python Programming * | 3 |
| CYBR C101 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| 4th Semester | ||
| ASTR C100 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
| ASTR C100L | Astronomy Laboratory | 1 |
| PSCI C180 | American Government | 3 |
| SOC C233 | Racial and Ethnic Relations in America | 3 |
| HLTH C100 | Personal Health | 3 |
| CST C198 | Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Foundations | 3 |
| CST C295 | Amazon Web Services Architect Associate | 3 |
| * | Also offered in the summer term |
Path 5 (Network Security Administrator)
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Semester | ||
| ENGL C100 | Freshman Composition | 4 |
| CST C104 | IT Fundamentals | 3 |
| MATH C100 | Liberal Arts Mathematics | 3 |
| CMST C101 | Fundamentals of Human Communication | 3 |
| CST C158 | Contemporary Operating Systems (Server+) * | 3 |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| HIST C175 | United States History since 1876 | 3 |
| PSYC C100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| ART C101 | Survey of Art: Renaissance to Contemporary | 3 |
| CST C110 | Computer Hardware and Software (A+ Essentials) * | 4 |
| CST C128 | Computer Networking Principles (Network+) * | 3 |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| BIOL C100 | Introduction to Biology | 3 |
| ENGL C102 | Critical Reasoning, Reading, and Writing | 3 |
| PHIL C120 | Ethics | 3 |
| CIS C157 | Introduction to Python Programming * | 3 |
| CYBR C101 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| 4th Semester | ||
| ASTR C100 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
| ASTR C100L | Astronomy Laboratory | 1 |
| PSCI C180 | American Government | 3 |
| SOC C233 | Racial and Ethnic Relations in America | 3 |
| HLTH C100 | Personal Health | 3 |
| CST C264 | Introduction to Red Hat Linux Administration | 3 |
| CST C274 | Red Hat System Administration 2 | 3 |
| * | Also offered in the summer term |