Information Technology

Associate in Applied Science Degree & Certificate

Our cutting-edge curriculum, taught by experienced professionals, keeps you ahead of the game. Gain hands-on experience through real-world projects and internships, and graduate ready to make your mark in the ever-evolving tech industry.

At SIC, you will gain experience with various operating systems, including Windows (desktop and server) and Linux, and hands-on training with various types of computer hardware. You will expand your knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, computer security, programming, and networking. The successful student will be prepared to pass industry-standard certification tests from Microsoft, Cisco, and CompTIA.

Computer Training at the college level, like the Information Technology programs at Southeastern Illinois College, provides students with one of the best financial investments they can make in education. The national median pay for computer support specialists is $60,810 The projected national job outlook growth rate in this sector is 5%.
*National median salary and job outlook statistics as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics ( www.bls.gov)

From gaming to healthcare, nearly all of today’s industries have a demand for IT professionals to assist with networks, computer systems, websites, security, applications, analysis, and the list goes on. Just a handful of those industries include: Finance, Education, Healthcare, Government, Travel and Hospitality, Utilities, Entertainment, Marketing Agencies, and Nonprofit Organizations.

You may advance your career in different areas, such as: Network Administrator, System Administrator, PC Technician, Help Desk Technician, and Service Technician.

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Program Learning Outcomes

The goal of the Information Technology Program at Southeastern Illinois College is to prepare students to:

Goal 1: Demonstrate proficiency in industry-standard business productivity software such as Microsoft Office. (IT 119)
Goal 2: Analyze a computing problem and demonstrate proper troubleshooting methods related to computer hardware, computer software, and networking. (IT 153 and IT 215)
Goal 3: Install, configure, and maintain modern operating systems such as Windows and Linux. (IT 151 and IT 155)
Goal 4: Identify threats to computer systems and explain how to limit or eliminate exposure.  (IT 195)
Goal 5: Install and configure networking hardware such as a switch or router. (IT 215)
Goal 6: Design and build a computing system to provide network services such as authentication, host configuration, web, et.al. (IT 217)
Goal 7: Complete industry-standard certification tests such as the CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, et.al., to demonstrate job readiness.

* Additionally, Students pursuing an AAS degree in Information Technology should be able to:
Goal 8: Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. (Required ENG, COM, and Social Sciences courses)
Goal 9: Work with mathematical equations related to their chosen profession. (Required MATH courses)

* Additionally, students pursuing an AAS degree in Information Technology Programming should be able to:
Goal 10: Understand, compose, and debug computer programs. (IT 173)