System Administration - Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology (Three Year)
Degree
Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS)
Overview
Students with a Systems Administration emphasis are prepared to work in any corporate IT department. While specializing in the broader area of systems administration and cloud infrastructure, students will build strong IT foundational skills and knowledge. Today, the cloud hosts a large portion of corporate infrastructure. This degree program will teach students how to develop and implement corporate resources such as Active Directory Domain Services, Linux Services, Web Services, and Database Services utilizing on-premises and cloud environment infrastructures. Students will learn about several cloud technologies, including Amazon AWS and Microsoft Azure. Students will also acquire a taste of network architecture and best cybersecurity practices. Upon completion, students will have had the opportunity to earn several IT industry certifications that can be added to their resumes and will be able to demonstrate the practical hands-on configuration and virtual infrastructure experiences.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities for a student with a degree in Systems Administration exist in most IT departments. Typical entry-level positions include System administrator, Server Administrator, Network Administrator, Database Administrator, IT Administrator, Cloud Administrator, Linux Administrator, and Windows System Administrator. Advancement opportunities increase with experience.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the certificate, a successful graduate will be able to:
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Demonstrate job skills associated with the introductory, intermediate, and advanced certificates (Technical Support Engineer, IT Professional, System Administration)
- Achieve the outcomes associated with general education which include the ability to demonstrate proficiency in written and verbal communication, problem solving, and college and career readiness, from a global perspective.
- Integrate knowledge and skills, including the College-Wide Capabilities, from a global perspective and across disciplines of study including cultural literacy and knowledge of the physical and natural world.
- Demonstrate career readiness through the successful completion of an experiential learning experience and reflection on professional preparation.
Course Requirements
Students are responsible to examine the course description of each course listed below for details of prerequisites, which must be satisfied before registering for the course.
Total Credit Hours: 120
Graduation Requirements
1. Complete a minimum of 120 credit hours
2. Complete a minimum of 40 credit hours of upper-division classes (>300 level)
3. Grade of C- or higher in all IT core courses
4. Program grade point average of 2.0 or higher
Recommended Course Sequence
Individual student circumstances, such as the need for a smaller course load or the number of preparatory English or Math courses a student must take, may require additional semesters to complete the program. Please see your Student Success Advisor for assistance.
First Semester - Block 1
ENS 101 College Success, 1 credit
CS 104 Python Scripting, 3 credits
IT 125, Introduction to Information Technology, 3 Credits
REL, Cornerstone Religion course, 1 credit
Total Minimum Block Credits: 8
First Semester - Block 2
IT 102, PC Hardware Technician, 3 credits
IT 235, Cloud Server Fundamentals, 3 Credits
REL, Cornerstone Religion course, 1 credit
Total Minimum Block Credits: 7
Total Minimum Semester Credits: 15
Second Semester - Block 1
IT 143, Database Design and Analysis 3 Credits
IT 255, Networking Fundamentals, 3 Credits
REL, Cornerstone Religion course, 1 credit
REL, Cornerstone Religion course, 1 credit
Total Minimum Block Credits: 8
Second Semester - Block 2
IT 210, Linux Fundamentals, 3 Credits
ENG 101, Introduction to College Writing, 3 credits
BAP 115, Excel and Introduction to Technology, 1 Credit
REL, Cornerstone Religion course, 1 credit
Total Minimum Block Credits: 8
Total Minimum Semester Credits: 16
Third Semester - Block 1
IT 330, Azure Technologies, 3 credits
MAT 252, Statistics, 3 Credits
CAR 201, Career Success, 1 Credit
REL, Cornerstone Religion course, 1 credit
Total Minimum Block Credits: 8
Third Semester - Block 2
IT 312, Cybersecurity Foundations, 3 credits
IT 335, AWS Cloud Practitioner, 3 credits
REL, Cornerstone Religion course, 1 credit
Total Minimum Block Credits: 7
Total Minimum Semester Credits: 15
Fourth Semester - Block 1
IT 160, Cloud Computing Essentials 3 Credits
HIS 175, History of Technology in the US, 3 Credits
REL, Cornerstone Religion course, 1 credit
Total Minimum Block Credits: 7
Fourth Semester - Block 2
IT 340 (CSAI 381), Business Intelligence Systems, 3 credits
IT 350, Network Configuration and Design, 3 Credits
IT 360, Cloud Integration, 3 credits
Total Minimum Block Credits: 9
Total Minimum Semester Credits: 16
Fifth Semester - Block 1
IT 316, Scripting for Security Operations, 3 credits
CAR 499R, Internship, .5 credits
ENG 301, Technical Writing, 3 Credit
REL, Elective Religion course, 1 credit
Total Minimum Block Credits: 7.5
Fifth Semester - Block 2
IT 370, Advanced Linux, 3 credits
IT 440/CSAI 382, Data Warehousing for Business Intelligence, 3 credits
CAR 499R, Internship, .5 credits
REL, Elective Religion course, 1 credit
REL, Elective Religion course, 1 credit
Total Minimum Block Credits: 8.5
Total Minimum Semester Credits: 16
Sixth Semester - Block 1
ENS 497, Disciple Leadership Capstone, 1.5 Credits
GE, Technical Inquiry Distribution Area, 3 Credits
REL, Elective Religion course, 1 credit
Total Minimum Block Credits: 5.5
Sixth Semester - Block 2
IT 497, IT Capstone, 1.5 credits
GE, Ethics & Expression Distribution Area, 3 credits
REL, Elective Religion course, 1 credit
REL, Elective Religion course, 1 credit
Total Minimum Block Credits: 6.5
Total Minimum Block Credits: 12
Total System Administration - Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology Minimum Credit Hours 90