Associate of Science in Information Systems
Nashville, USA
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 19,995 / per semester
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
Trevecca’s Associate of Science in information systems is a two-year degree that prepares you to analyze and solve complex problems in computing for a variety of businesses and industries. Through a project-oriented curriculum, you’ll gain the knowledge and experience to design creative, effective systems and solutions.
Program Benefits
- Graduate with the skills you need to be competitive in a variety of careers.
- Learn from faculty who possess high degrees in their fields, who have relevant and valuable real-world experience, and who make an effort to know you personally.
- Enjoy our small class sizes and supportive campus community.
- Take advantage of incredible internships and jobs available in the exciting Nashville market.
What to Expect
As a student in Trevecca’s Associate of Science in information systems program, you’ll gain knowledge and experience that allows you to meet the needs of your future employer or clients. From business to medicine to education, almost every industry has a growing need for information solutions.
Your degree will give you a foundational understanding of hardware, software, databases, and networking so you can analyze and meet needs. You’ll learn to use existing systems in innovative ways and to design, build and implement new technologies. You’ll also learn how to develop cybersecurity solutions and creatively solve design and technical problems.
If you want to continue your education, this program allows you to transition seamlessly into our Bachelor of Science in information systems program.
Why Choose Trevecca?
Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.
Recognized nationally and locally for academic quality, Trevecca has earned a reputation for providing the world with servant leaders, problem solvers, and difference makers. Trevecca’s holistic approach to education encompasses intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.
As a Christian university, we offer programs that explore the ways faith intersects with your field of study. This means you can gain your information systems degree in a supportive, Christian community with small classroom sizes and engaged faculty members who care about you and your goals.
Curriculum
General Education Courses — 27 hours
- COM 1010 Speech Communication 3
- ENG 1020 English Composition I 3
- ENG 1080 English Composition II: Critical Reading, Writing, and Thinking 3
- HIS 1400 World Civilizations: Ancient and Medieval World 3 or HIS 1450 World Civilizations: Early Modern and Modern World 3
- MAT 1080 Problem Solving: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach 3
- PSY 2010 General Psychology 3 or SOC 2010 General Sociology 3 or COM 2010 Interpersonal Communication 3
- REL 2000 Introduction to Biblical Faith 3
- REL 3000 Christian Tradition 3
- SCI 1500 Life Science 3 or SCI 1600 Physical Science 3
Leadership Requirement - Freshmen Only — 3 hours
- INT 1100 Life, Calling, and Purpose 3
Computing Support — 8 hours
- BUS 2300 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management 3
- ITI 2540 Applied Logic and Mathematics for Computing 2
- ITI 3250 Business Analytics and Intelligence 3
Computing Core — 12 hours
- ITI 2160 Foundations of Software Design and Development 3
- ITI 2170 Foundations of Web Design and Development 3
- ITI 2180 Foundations of Data and Database Management 3
- ITI 2380 Foundations of Cybersecurity and Forensics 3
Computing Domain - IS — 12 hours
- ITI 2140 Foundations of UX Design 3
- ITI 2190 Foundations of Networking Infrastructure 3
- ITI 3010 Foundations of Virtualization and Cloud Computing 3
- ITI 3600 Information Systems in Business 3
Computing Assessment — 1 hour
- ITI 3975 Portfolio Assessment I 1
Total Credit Hours: 63
Career Opportunities
With an associate degree in information systems, you’ll be well prepared to help meet the growing need for computer and information technology professionals in a variety of industries. Aside from incredible earning potential, your degree gives you the flexibility to work in any number of settings or to continue your studies in a four-year bachelor’s program. More specifically, a degree in information systems prepare you for roles such as:
- Information systems manager
- IT auditor
- Social media marketer
- Data scientist
- Web content manager
- Information architect
- Records manager
- Data mining specialist
- Political intelligence consultant
- Health informatics manager
- Security analyst
- Business intelligence specialist
- Database administrator
- User support specialist
- Systems analyst
- UX/UI designer
- Project manager
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