School of Information Technology
Information Technology Certificate - AAT Degree
Information Technology Certificate - AAT Degree
Contact: datcinfo@datc.net
Faculty Credentials
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Program Length: |
Core: 690 hrs
Electives: 480 - 870 hrs
AAT Degree: 630 hrs
Associates Degree: 1500 hrs +13 Credits |
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College Credit Available: |
Yes |
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Apprenticeship Available: |
No |
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Wage Summary: |
Average mid-range wage: $14.00 per hour |
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Federal Financial Aid: |
Yes |
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VA Qualified: |
Yes |
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Special Requirements: |
Must pass a verbal and numeric reasoning screening test.
Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
Open to qualified high school and adult students. |
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Hours Available: |
Mon. - Fri. 7:40am - 2:30pm;
Mon. - Thurs. 4:30pm-9pm |
The Computer Tech course provides individuals with the skills required to find employment in the rapidly changing field of Information Technology, one of the fastest growing industries in the world. Students will learn hardware, operating
systems, application software, local and wide area networking, programming, and internet development. Fundamental computer practices are integrated as well as advanced specialization and preparation for professional certification exams.
Advanced Networking studies involve network analysis, planning and implementation, including maintenance of information technology infrastructure.
Advanced programming studies involve the design, development, implementation and maintenance of computer systems and software and required knowledge of operating systems, programming languages, and software development for the business environment.
Advanced Internet Development emphasizes maintenance, troubleshooting and security in an Internet, Intranet, and Extranet infrastructure. Students will also develop Web-related applications. Many courses in Information Technology prepare students for industry professional certifications.
Enrollment for this program is year round.
Computer Tech Certificate Requirements, Core Courses (690 hours required)
Computer Literacy (90 hrs)
Introduction to Information Technology (90 hrs)
Introduction to Programming (90 hrs)
Networking Technology (120 hrs)
Computer Hardware (90 hrs)
Operating Systems Technology (90 hrs)
Math I (60 hrs)
Workplace Relations (Behavioral Science)(2 Credits) (60 hrs)
Electives: 480 hrs required
Utah College of Applied Technology (UCAT) Certificate of Completion
Core Courses: 690 hrs
Electives: 480 hrs
Total: 1170 hrs
Electives Available - Computer Electronics Technology Specialization
A/C D/C Circuits (120 hrs)
Communication Circuits (120 hrs)
Digital Fundamentals (120 hrs)
Electronics Assembly & Soldering (60 hrs)
Electronic CAD (90 hrs)
Electronics/OJT Training/Instructor Aid (30-120 hrs)
Electronics Final Project (30-120 hrs)
Electronics Fundamentals (120 hrs)
Instrumental Devices (120 hrs)
Microcontroller/Microprocessor Programming (120 hrs)
Practical Electronics Troubleshooting (120 hrs)
Programmable Logic Controllers I (90 hrs)
Programmable Logic Controllers II (90 hrs)
Semiconductor Devices (120 hrs)
Electives Available - Networking Specialization
Internet Technology (90 hrs)
Administering Windows Professional (90 hrs)
Administering Windows Server (90 hrs)
Administering Windows Network Infrastructure (90 hrs)
Administering Windows Directory Service (90 hrs)
Designing Windows Network Infrastructure (90 hrs)
Designing Security for a Windows Network (90 hrs)
Administering SQL Server I (120 hrs)
Administering SQL Server II (120 hrs)
Novell Networking Foundations (90 hrs)
Novell Network Management I (90 hrs)
Novell Network Management II (90 hrs)
Novell e-Directory Design & Implementation (90 hrs)
Managing Workstations in a Novell Environment (90 hrs)
Linux Fundamentals (90 hrs)
Linux Server Administration (90 hrs)
Linux Advanced Server Administration (90 hrs)
Networking, Routing & Switching I (150 hrs)
Networking, Routing & Switching II (150 hrs)
Electives Available - Programming Specialization
Visual Basic Programming I (120 hrs)
Visual Basic Programming II (90 hrs)
Visual Basic.NET Programming I (120 hrs)
Visual C#.NET Programming I (120 hrs)
C++ Programming I (120 hrs)
C++ Programming II (90 hrs)
Java Programming I (120 hrs)
Administering SQL Server I (120 hrs)
Administering SQL Server Ii (120 hrs)
Scripting Languages I (120 hrs)
Scripting Languages II (120 hrs)
Scripting Languages III (90 hrs)
Electives Available - Internet Development Specialization
Internet Technology (90 hrs)
Internet Site Designer I (120 hrs)
Internet Site Designer II (120 hrs)
Scripting Languages I (120 hrs)
Scripting Languages II (120 hrs)
Scripting Languages III (90 hrs)
Design Principles (120 hrs)
eCommerece Developer (90 hrs)
Additional Electives
Information Technology Internship/Extern (30-120 hrs)
Job Seeking Skills (30 hrs)
Information Technology Special Applications (30-150 hrs)
Associate of Applied Technology (AAT) Degree Requirements
Technical Core Courses (630 hrs)
Technical Electives (870 hrs)
AAT General Education Courses (13 Credits)
AAT Degree General Education Courses
English 1010 (3 credits)
Math 1010 (4 credits)
Physical or Life Science(3 credits)
Any Gen Ed Elective (3 credits)
Total: 13 Credits
Advisory Team
Bruce Johnson - Cisco Corp
Neil Wyler - NOX Consulting
Heather Allen - Aculis Inc.
David Manville - Universal Computer Systems
Justin Rhodehouse - University of Utah Medical Center
Josh Prince - Prime Systems
Shalyce George -Tu - Davis School District
Scot Penrod - TopVue Defense