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School of Information Technology
The School of Information Technology gathers the diverse areas that make up the computer technology of today. From basic programming languages to systems development through networking, these programs provide the core of information technology. Develop skills in computer security or learn how to run a successful e-business, the growing field of applied information technology is waiting for you.
Washtenaw Community College offers programs at several levels for students who want to begin new careers, or advance in their existing careers. The first level is the certificate, which can vary from nine to thirty-six credits, depending on the field. Certificates generally prepare students for entry-level jobs.
After completing a certificate, students can progress to the next level, the advanced certificate. The credit hours required for these programs also vary. This type of certificate provides a more specialized level of skill development, and often allows students to upgrade their positions at their places of employment.
The next level, an Associate in Applied Science, is available for some programs. For some career fields, it is possible to earn a certificate, advanced certificate, and an Associate in Applied Science degree in the same field. In these cases, the credit hours from the certificate and advanced certificate can be applied to the credit hours needed for the Associate in Applied Science degree.
Alternatively, students can earn an AAS in Occupational Studies by completing a certificate, advanced certificate and General Education requirements.
Computer Security and Data Analysis
Become part of the growing field of computer system security or data recovery and analysis.
- Computer Systems Security Associate in Applied Science Degree (APCSS)
- Data Recovery and Analysis Advanced Certificate (CVDRAA)
- Data Recovery and Analysis Associate in Applied Science Degree (APDRAD)
- Foundations of Computer Security Certificate (CTFCS)
- Foundations of Data Recovery and Analysis Certificate (CTDRAC)
- Network Security Advanced Certificate (CVNS)
For detailed degree or certificate information, click a title in the chart.
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Internet Professional
Join the Web development industry through the completion of these certificates and degree.
- Web Application Developer Advanced Certificate (CVWBAP)
- Web Graphic Design Advanced Certificate (CVWBGR)
- Web Technology Certificate (CTWBTC)
- Web User Experience Advanced Certificate (CVWUE)
For detailed degree or certificate information, click a title in the chart.
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Networking
Develop and manage computer networks as a network administrator/engineer.
- Computer Networking Associate in Applied Science Degree (APCNTM)
- Computer Networking Academy I Advanced Certificate (CVCNA1)
- Computer Networking Academy II Post-Associate Certificate (CPCNA2)
- Computer Networking Operating Systems I Advanced Certificate (CVCNO)
- Computer Systems Technology Certificate (CTCSTC)
For detailed degree or certificate information, click a title in the chart.
Post-Associate Certificate
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Programming
Learn the foundation of computer programming or specialize in a programming language through these programs.
- C++ Programming Advanced Certificate (CVCPGM)
- Foundations of Information Systems Certificate (CTFIS)
- Programming in Java Advanced Certificate (CVJAV)
For detailed degree or certificate information, click a title in the chart.
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Systems Development and Administration
Develop and manage computer systems using universal operating systems.
- Linux/UNIX Systems I Certificate (CTLUX1)
For detailed degree or certificate information, click a title in the chart.
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