Computer Information Technology (A.S.)

Technology systems normally are designed for use by middle managers to assist in structured problem solving. Information technology integrates information flow by function, such as for production, marketing or personnel departments. Inquiry and report generation and use of databases is a byproduct of many computer information systems.
 
Southern New Hampshire University's A.S. in information technology program combines the management and computer systems disciplines and is designed to highlight the use of computers in all areas of organizations. Students in this program are educated as generalists in areas of business and information technology. Graduates will be prepared to develop applications programs, be involved in defining and planning information systems, implement information systems applications, and manage and develop information systems. You also will be qualified to hold positions in functional areas of organizations and in general management.
 
Students majoring in information technology will gain an understanding of organizations and their processes and functions. Students will also learn human relations and communication skills. In addition to support courses in English and human relations, the IT program incorporates writing, speaking and communication components.

Information Technology Major Courses      
ACC 201 Financial Accounting (course description)
ACC 202 Managerial Accounting (course description)
ENG 101  Fundamentals of Writing (course description)
ENG 120 College Composition I (course description)
ENG 121 College Composition II (course description)
COM 212 Public Speaking (course description)
IT 100 Intro to Information Technology (course description)
IT 145 Intro to Software Development with Java (course description)
IT 201 Computer Platform Technologies (course description)
IT 210 Business Systems Analysis and Design (course description)
MAT 050  Fundamentals of Algebra  (course description)
MAT 120 Finite Mathematics (course description)
MAT 230 Discrete Mathematics (course description)
OL 125 Human Relations in Administration (course description)
SNHU 101  First Year Seminar: Fundamentals of Critical Thinking (course description)
IT ___  4 IT Electives *

Free Electives

*As recommended by the students advisor.

Southern New Hampshire University programs are accredited by:

  • Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration
  • American Culinary Federation Educational Institute
  • Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs
  • European Council for Business Education
  • New England Association of Schools and Colleges
  • New Hampshire Postsecondary Education Commission
  • New Hampshire State Department of Education for Teacher Certification
  • North American Society for Sport Management