Computer Information Technology A.A.S.

Overview

Make Technology an Asset

The Computer Information Technology A.A.S. degree prepares you for employment in the information technology field. Choose from six different degree concentrations: Cyber Defense, Data Analytics, Networking, Programming, System Administration and Management, and Systems Analyst.

What the Students are Saying

I came to Nashville State to receive hands-on experience in my field for a price that wouldn't put me in debt. My degree has already helped me achieve the goals that I thought would take time. I'm currently working as a networking contractor.

— Brandon Colwell, A.A.S. CIT Networking '20

Concentrations

Cyber Defense

The Cyber Defense concentration focuses on topics in cyber security and digital forensics. Students learn how to fortify computer networks in order to prevent security breaches from cyber terrorists or other intruders. In addition, students learn how to recover data using digital forensic techniques. Students also develop critical thinking skills and learn by doing within a hands-on lab environment along with real-world internship experiences. Using these skill standards ensures that graduates have the basic skills that employees need, within a framework that emphasizes the development of teamwork, communication, and critical thinking.

Data Analytics

The Data Analytics concentration prepares students for entry-level data analytics positions requiring knowledge, setup, and usage of business intelligence, and data analysis techniques. Students will have the ability to extract, manipulate, and visualize data in support of organizational decision-making. The Data Analytics concentration combines skills from computer information technology, statistics, and analytics. Course work will include instructional information regarding databases, SQL, analysis of big data, data visualization, programming, mathematical and statistical techniques, and project management. Emphasis is placed on the strong communication skills necessary to interact with key stakeholders to achieve their desired ojectives.

Networking

The Networking concentration prepares students for employment in the area of network infrastructure. Students complete coursework and hands-on experiences in planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of networks of different sizes. Graduates of the program will be able to design and implement an infrastructure consisting of various networking devices and components such as clients, servers, routers, switches, and cabling systems. They will also be capable of working in entry-level positions of user support, server monitoring, directory services basic administration, basic router and switch configurations, subnetting, and network communications protocols, along with network media installation and testing. Certifications applicable to the concentration may include CompTIA Network+, A+, Security+, CISCO CCNA, Microsoft Desktop OS and Server, among others.

Programming

The Programming concentration prepares students for a career as a programmer or software engineer. Emphasis is placed on issues related to knowing how to use the features of object-oriented programming languages like Java, the design and implementation of classes and objects, and the process of developing and maintaining software. Graduates have designed, written, tested, and debugged programs in several major programming languages in both individual and team-oriented settings. The Programming concentration prepares students for entry-level employment in the areas of business software application development and web development in creating dynamic web content and transaction-based web systems. This concentration may include preparation for the Oracle Certified Associate (Java Programmer Certification).

Systems Administration and Management

The Systems Administration and Management concentration focuses on the design, implementation, management, and troubleshooting of computer systems. Required courses prepare students to acquire, install, configure, upgrade, and secure standalone, networked, and mobile systems. Students will also develop their teamwork, communication, and critical thinking skills.

Systems Analyst

The Systems Analyst concentration prepares students to solve computer problems and apply computer technology to meet the needs of their organization. The concentration includes diverse courses to enhance the communication, research, business, technology, teamwork, and critical thinking skills of the student.

Advising Sheets

Contact

Yvonne Anderson, Division Office
Kisber Building, K-240A
Yvonne.Anderson@nscc.edu615-353-3369

Johannah Williams, Division Dean
Johannah.Williams@nscc.edu
615-353-3117

Valencia Darnell, Program Coordinator
Valencia.Darnell@nscc.edu
615-353-3412

Michelle Lenox, Program Faculty
Michelle.Lenox@nscc.edu
615-353-3226

Omari Smith, Program Faculty
Omari.Smith@nscc.edu
615-353-3579

David Welch, Program Faculty
David.Welch@nscc.edu
615-353-3410

Computer Information Technology A.A.S.

Overview

Make Technology an Asset

What the Students are Saying

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