# Information Technology and Information Systems (A.S. Degree)

Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Information Technology and Information Systems

Source: https://chaffey.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/19210/20265/18867/20092/20597

### Description

The Information Technology and Information Systems Associate in Science degree provides foundational coursework for students who plan to transfer to a college or university with the goal of earning a bachelor's degree in information technology and information systems or related fields of study. It also prepares students for an entry-level position in computer and information technology. Students completing this degree are highly encouraged to add a specialized certificate which prepares the student for immediate employment in a particular field \[e.g. Networking Specialist (CCNA), Programmer, Development and Operations, Web Development and Social Media, Technology and Innovation, or Cloud Computing\]. For students earning the ITIS A.S. degree, these specialized certificates can be completed by adding approximately one extra course per semester. A closely related degree pathway in Cybersecurity is also available.

### Program Learning Outcomes

Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

1.  Computing Systems Administration: Applies computing system and networking concepts to ensure performance, security, and reliability of IT infrastructure.
2.  Coding and Scripting: Demonstrates skills in writing and testing code in various programming languages to create software applications, automate tasks, and solve computational problems.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Major requirements for the Associate in Science Degree (AS):** | |  |
| **Information Technology and Information Systems Core Certificate Courses:** | | 15-16 |
| ITIS 10 | Introduction to Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| ITIS 14 | Windows Operating System Administration | 3 |
| ITIS 16 | Internet Technologies and Security | 3 |
| ITIS 40 | Computer Hardware and CompTIA A+ Certification Preparation | 3 |
| **Choose one:** | | 3-4 |
| ITIS 50 | Introduction to Computer Networks | 3 |
| or ITIS 51 | Cisco Internetworking I | 4 |
| **Plus these required courses:** | | 6 |
| ITIS 55 | Introduction to the Linux Operating System | 3 |
| **Choose one:** | | 3 |
| ITIS 30 | Introduction to Computer Programming | 3 |
| or COMPSCI 1 | Programming Concepts and Methodology I (C++) | 3 |
| or COMPSCI 5 | Programming Concepts and Methodology I (Python) | 3 |
| **Any two courses:** | | 6-7 |
| ITIS 60 | Introduction to Systems & Network Cybersecurity | 3 |
| ITIS 70 | Virtualization, Cloud Essentials, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) | 4 |
| ITIS 80 | Introduction to Database & Database Management Systems | 3 |
| ITIS 82 | Web Page Development and Publishing | 3 |
| COMPSCI 10 | Introduction to Data Science | 3 |
| **Total** | | **27-29** |

### Other Information

Business, Technology, and Hospitality

Local Program (Major) Code: S101

Program Control Number: 04765

TOP Code: 0702.00\*

CIP Code: 11.0103

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