Information Technology
M State's Information Technology degrees will prepare you for a rewarding career in computer and information technology, which includes some of the fastest-growing jobs nationwide.
Body
As a student in M State's Information Technology degree program, you'll work with networking, web and database technologies while learning to use hardware and software systems to solve problems for people and organizations.
M State offers two Information Technology program options:
- 60-credit AAS degree is offered online
- 60-credit AS degree is offered on the Moorhead campus and is recommended for students who intend to transfer and earn a four-year degree in the field of information technology
Here is what you'll learn
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
- Current technical practices in core information technologies
- Identification of effective solutions for organizations and individuals
- Identification of the requirements for effective solutions
- Evaluation of current and emerging technologies
- Independent problem-solving skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Implementation of basic information security practices across an organization
- Effective IT customer service skills
- Effective use of core networking technologies
Associate of Science (AS)
- Current technical practices in core information technologies
- Identification of the requirements to provide effective solutions for organizations and individuals
- Identification of effective IT-based solutions
- Evaluation of current and emerging technologies
- Understanding of the impact of technology on individuals, organizations and society
- Understanding of best practices and standards
- Independent problem-solving skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication with clients, users and peers
Computer requirements
Many M State programs have specific computer requirements. Check here to see the requirements for this program.